Events
Since I'jm no longer teaching classes here (after 28 years of it!) I'm going to try to offer a range of events here for those interested in either learning more about a topic, trying out something new, or simply socializing with other fiber fanatics!
To read more about the Free Events, just scroll down below the calendar!
Heels n' Toes
Sat Oct 4th 12-1 FREE
Most people knit a standard sock pattern. But there are a lot of different ways to knit a heel and to shape toes. And some shapings are better suited to tall arches while others are best suited to pointy toes, round toes or wide feet, etc.
I have samples of each type of shaping of heel and toe knit up so you can see the difference. Even try them on to see how different they can be.
So come join other sock enthusiasts and examine the various options and get instructions for the combination that fits you best!
Discover Silk
Sat Nov 15th 12 - 2 FREE, but registration required
This event is free, but involves cost to me in the way of silk cocoons and mawattas that I would need to prep in advance. And more importantly, several hours of my time to set up the display and hands on stations for participants to enjoy. So I need to know that people are coming in order to go thru that trouble.
So you must register, even tho' there is no cost.
I hope some of you can come join me to explore the amazing life cycle of silk worms, experience how silk is harvested from cocoons, and the many forms it comes in along with the many ways we use it to add sheen to our felt, create silk paper for book binding or notecards, and even knit with it directly from the cocoon!
Call the shop at 288-8081 to register.
Needle Felted XMAS Ornament
Sat Ded 13th 12 - 2 FREE
If you haven't tried needle felting before, this is a great way to get the gist of it while making 1 holiday ornament.
We'll use cookie cutters for your shaping of santas, holly, stockings etc and I'll have out a range of XMAS colors of wool, ribbons and bells for you to use to design your own unique ornament for the tree or to hang on a present!
Coming after the New Year
dates TBD
Short Row Shaping - several ways to do it andhow to use it!
Steeks - Don't let them intimidate you!
Yarns 101 -explore how the means of construction (singles, 2 ply, blown in, etc) as well as the fiber content affect the way a yarn knits up and the characteristics of the resulting fabric.