Inside the Studio, Outside the Box

Try a new yarn, get a new pattern

Have you really looked at Sweet Pea by Queensland? It is a uniquely textured worsted yarn that is 100% cotton and comes in kettle-dyed or hand painted colors.

The hand on it is soft and because of the texture it has is doesn’t seem to have the tendency to grow like many cottons do. After playing with it last week, I was able to come
up with a cowl pattern that only requires a single skein.

It’s a perfect quick knit project for Holiday gift-giving! Since its cotton, you don’t have to worry if the recipient is allergic to anything. At $17-18 a skein, it’s the perfect
price point for a gift.

Stop in and pick up a skein or two between now and November 15th and get the Half-Wit Cowl pattern for free!

So Proud

Vera's class, New Year New Ewe is in full swing! Here are two proud ladies that have not only finished their sweaters, but their FIRST sweaters ever!!

 

We share in you pride! You Go Girl(s)!!

~A

New Hours

After much consideration and in light of recent issues that have risen, we have decided to change our hours slightly. Our new hours will be in effect immediately.

Our New Hours:

Wed & Fri 11am-7pm

Thursday 11am-5pm

Saturday 10am-5pm

Sunday 1-5pm

We will be closed Monday and Tuesday.

When there is a class schduled outside our normal hours we will be available 15 minutes before class starts in case you have to purchase any materials for class. This is also why we have to strictly enforce our class policies.

Please make sure that you register for a class that you want to attend at least 48 hours in advance, or the class may be cancelled - you may be the reason we run a class or not!

We understand that change can be frustrating, but we hope that you can understand that this was necessary.

~A

 

I just love this new yarn!

Last week we received Tumble from Rowan and I just cannot wait to make something quick and cute with it! Have you seen it yet? It's soft and big which means is fast project that anyone will love. I really like the fact that Rowan brought the yarn out in bright and saturated colors, not dull and neutral. It will make for a great statement piece to punch up your wardrobe during those gray and dreary days (I can hope for weather, can't I?).

The pattern booklet is hard to resist too!

We're gathering our nuts

What does that have to do with yarn and knitting, you ask. Well, my husband and I were discussing inventory levels and how they were dramtically rising right now and I explained to him that I need to have it now, so there was plenty for you to make all that you wanted to make this fall and winter. His respose: "so you're gathering your nuts for the winter."

Yes, dear we're gathering out nuts:

So, tell us which of these are your favorite. Leave us a comment, we'd love to hear from you.

~A

 

Have you been in to see the new Studio yet?

We've heard from so many of you that have come to check us out that:

#1 "It's really not any further"

#2 "It's SO much better!"

#3 "There's so much more room!"

and my favorite: "WOW, this is awesome!!"

Yes, the move was a bit unexpected; but sometimes life throws a curve ball and you manage to hit a double with it. That's truly how I look at this situation. We all feel that the move has been a very positive one. We will be able to hold more classes, expand our sewing class offering and even be able to expand into other yarn and fabric related activities. You, our faithful friends don't have to worry if there is going to be a class when you want to come in and knit and hangout (classes take place in the classrooms); there is always room for you during our regular hours! And with two separate areas to sit and knit, each accommodating at least 10-11 people you're sure to always find a seat!!

We really love the new Studio and hope that if you haven't, you come in and check it out soon!

~A

We're moving and you are going to love the new Studios!

 

As so many of you know, we have been struggling with making the space of our small Studio work for quite some time. Finally, we have found a place to really spread our wings and be able to cater to even more of your needs and desires!

Our new location will have not one, but TWO dedicated classrooms/studios! We will have a Sewing Studio with machines and cutting tables ready for use all the time and lots of space to spread out! We will also have a Fiber Studio where we will be able to hold our knitting/crochet classes, handwork classes and other future fiber art classes. In addition to the 2 classrooms/studios, we have plenty of space for you to come and relax or meet a group of friends to sit and stitch together! And yes, we will be bringing in couches again!

There are so many exciting things that are going to happen now that we have the space, my head is spinning!! There is so much work that we have to get done in the next couple weeks that I have to keep this brief....I can't wait for you to see the new space! Stay tuned for more information. Meanwhile....HAPPY MOTHER"S DAY to all the Moms out there!

 

 

Thank you Cascade Yarns!

Look at the great prizes that Cascade sent to support our raffle for Yarn Crawl L.A! And check out who won. Maybe it was you!

 

Tracey Lichter        Beverly Pitts

Diana Williams        Yvonne Jongeling

Kai Ellis        LaJuan Smith

Kami Sunde         Karen May

Jared Baker        Michelle Maxfield 

Ruth Seid        Wendy Soldano

We have emailed/called the winners, but if you know any of the lucky ones be a friend and let them know that they won (just in case they don't read their email).

~A 

We have been hard at work

Well, Leslie has. Look at the cute project bags she made!

"What?", you ask are they for...Let me tell you:

These will be used for kits specially designed just for Yarn Crawl L.A.! Check back this weekend to see what will be inside...you won't want to miss these; there are a very limited amount!

Before I forget, we've updated our Yarn Crawl Page to include our special hours you can check it out here.

See you soon,

~A

Remember me?...

...I haven't forgotten you, although it probably seems like it! I wish I could give some fabulous story as to why I haven't faithfully updated you on all the news here, but I just can't. So all I can do is hope you forgive me and we can all pretend that I haven't ignored the blog for oh, six months. I won't do it again. I promise. (Now I sound like my kids!)

Whew! Now that that's out of the way. I have LOTS to share! (so as not to make this post too long I will do it pieces)

First off, we're not moving. Many of you are keenly aware that we are growing and were in need of more space. After an earnest search I wasn't able to find another location that would work for us at this time. Consequently,  we've made some big changes in the Studio to make the space better suited for our growing business. We hope that you like the new space as much as we do!

Second, the Yarn Crawl is only a week away! Haven't heard of the first ever L.A. County Yarn Crawl?? Well, let me get you caught up on the newest local coolness!

 

Thursday, April 12 - Sunday, April 15, 2012

Imagine the perfect Southern California weekend.... Beautiful spring weather, great friends, your needles, hooks & yarns. Add to that a special invitation from dozens of LA County LYSs to visit & browse, enter to win great prizes, learn a skill, and pick up some great yarns, patterns and supplies.  Hang out with yarn-lovers, meet-up with your internet friends and discover local yarn shops you've always wanted to visit.

Pile your friends in the car, and visit as many participating shops as you can. At each store, have your passport stamped to win great prizes from your favorite yarn companies.  Check store pages for individual shop hours.

From Santa Monica to Santa Clarita, from Claremont to Long Beachand every square mile in between, your LA County LYS's are putting on a yarn party just for you.

You can find more information and a full list of participating stores as well as a link to download your Passport for the crawl here.

We are putting the finishing touches on all the fun things we are planning for the Crawl. Make sure you check back here or here to get up to the date info on all the cool happenings!

Meet you back here soon!

~A