Friday, October 19, 2012

ANGORA WORKSHOP POSTPONED

The Angora Workshop scheduled for Saturday, October 20th has been postponed.  We hope to try again for another date ~ please let us know if you are interested and we're sorry for any inconvenience.

Monday, October 1, 2012

OCTOBER AT THE YARN SHOP


OCTOBER

Seventh Year Anniversary Celebration!
It's our seven year anniversary!  Come in and help us celebrate and save 20% on all purchases over $30 in the yarn shop and 10% off our signature Cold Campfire beverage.
 
October Classes and Workshops
Monday Evening Knit Along project for October will be Bedford Springs Shawl with Cobweb Frill or Bedford Springs Shawl with Dinner Bell Ruffles.  Come into the shop and see a sample made with Kraemer Yarns Fountain Hill Brushed Mohair.  This is a new company for us and the yarn is produced here in America.  Cost to participate is $5.00 for the month of October, plus supplies.  The pattern is free with the purchase of the recommended yarn.
 
Fiber Group Meeting
Saturday,  October 20 from 10-2
Have you ever wanted to have your own source of fiber for spinning, but don’t have acres of land to do it on?  Angora rabbits may be just the fiber animal you are looking for.  Small, easy to handle and very sweet temperaments make these animals the perfect choice for your small (or large) farm.  Look at those little fuzzy faces below (photo compliments of Tail Spin Farm)

 
In this class Instructor Renee McCausey of Tail Spin Farms will show you how to care for, groom and use Angora fiber in your favorite craft projects.  From spinning to felting, Angora rabbits are a great fiber choice! Renee will be bring an angora rabbit for us to see.  You must register and pay for class by October 15.  Charge for this class is $20.00 and all welcome, whether you are a spinner or not!  
Beginning Knitting
October 8, 15, & 22 from 6-8
Beginning Knitting is for anyone who wants to learn how to knit, purl, cast on and bind off.  In class you will make a simple scarf.  The cost of the class is $20.00 plus supplies. 
Beginning Crochet
October 8, 15, & 22 from 6-8
For those who want to learn the basics of crochet.  Cost is $20.00 plus supplies.
Please call the yarn shop to sign up for classes or if you have any questions at 989-449-4444.