Greetings from space! Here’s what’s been happening around the shop.
New Arrivals
So many great new things have landed this week!
The Fibre Co.’s Cumbria arrived at the end of the week. This is brand new yarn is sheepy goodness is worsted weight and a great sub for Brooklyn Tweed, if you are a worsted spun sorta person. Read more here.
We also received a brand new yarn from Manos del Uruguay – Gloria. This yarn has the softness of Maxima, but it’s a plied, washable worsted weight. Read more here.
Baa Ram Ewe Dovestone DK is here along with the brand new book – Carol Fellers Dovestone Hills Collection!
It is time to start plotting sweaters! $29, 252 yards, 100% British!
Big Foot Knits from Andi Smith is here! Stop by and get your copy!
Ella Rae Chunky Merino Superwash is back and even better. This new version of the ER chunky that we had over a year ago is softer than ever. 136 yards each and happy on a US#10-10.5 needle.
We also received a full restock of Sweet Georgia Merino Worsted.
The Fiberists Audubon Sport is also back in stock, in a wide range of multis and semisolds. Perfect for sock, accessory, and sweater knitting.
Events
Get excited for the great events we’ve got coming up! Check out our calendar for a full listing of events. We’re looking forward to the Cooperative Press Trunk Show with Shannon Okey this Wednesday, September 2 from 6-9 pm.
The annual Miss Babs Trunk Show will be here on September 12-13! If you haven’t done so, take a moment to share your wish list on the Ravelry thread.
We’re thrilled to be rounding out September with Sequence Knitting workshops with Cecelia Campochiaro on the 17th and 18th. This different take on knitting and pattern building is so thoughtful and downright cool it’s bound to push your creativity. Learn more about the workshops here.
Classes
Fall is a great time to learn something new. Head back to school with our knitting, crochet, and spinning classes. Check out the full listing here!
It’s always a good time to learn a new skill entirely. The next sessions of our introductory classes have seats available! Grab your spot in Introduction to Knitting, Introduction to Crochet, or Spinning 101!
Looking for a great second class? Learn to work in the round with our First Hat – Beanie or Slouch. This class meets twice and teaches you what you need to know to work in the round and work basic shaping.
Try your hand at short rows and a provisional cast on with Short Row Cowl starting Tuesday, September 8 at 7 pm. ($80)
Want to learn to read crochet charts? Take our Lace Wrap in Crochet, beginning Wednesday, September 9. ($65)
Or, maybe you’re thinking ahead to sweater season. Our sweater classes are here for a range of sweater knitters – from newbie to experienced garment maker. See our full listing of sweater classes here.
