First Post of June...

It's the first post of June.  That should be something special, don't you think?  Well read on and see some really cool stuff.

This week's featured special is the Kreinik Tree Jewel needlepoint project.  Easy to finish, easy to assemble and a great Christmas gift idea.  There are only six and they are all different.

25% Off This Week.

Did you know we have LOTS of sock yarn?  Did you also know that you can use sock yarn for more than just socks? 

Time for some finished objects.

Georgie knit up this little piggy blanket from Oh-So-Sweet Baby Knits 

(which is currently sold out but soon to be in stock).

 

Suzanne knit this really awesome shawl.  It's LaLa's Simple Shawl by Laura Linneman.  You can see more pictures of it here.

Look at Stacy's fairy.  She knit it to give away.  Soo cute.

Now for a sampling of some of the things that just came back from the finishers.  Let them inspire you.

Special News and Special Offers

25% Off This Week

This week's special offer... Alphabet canvases (pictured below).  You can see these on the website.  They are a quick, easy project and can be finished as ornaments, napkin rings, gift tags, or you could buy enough to make a banner.  What a great Christmas gift idea.

A Yarn Tasting

Mark your calendar for Thursday, June 21st from 6-8 pm.

What is a yarn tasting?  I'm glad you asked.  It is a party (which is reason enough to come) where you get to sample some yarn.  Space is limited to 30, so call the shop to reserve your spot. 

The books have moved!

They have moved into the back room (kitchen). The shelves are double sided and there's a nice table where you can sit while you check out the books.

 

Speaking of books.... We've got lots of new ones.  Here are a few to whet your appetite.

Still speaking of books...

All Nashua knitting books are now 50% off. 

Finished Objects and some still not finished (eh, Jane?).

 

 

Leona finished the Knitwhits Ophelia Shrug.

She also dressed some stuffed animals in needlepoint.

 

 

Julie knit this beautiful Serendipity Shawl from Bijou Basin Ranch.  Her daughter, Sarah, models it for us. 

Deanne finished this August Pansy Shawl.  It was knit with Punta Del Este Kid Mohair Nylon.  She also finished some more socks.  The yarn is Indulgence, the pattern is Yarn Harlot's Basic Sock Recipe.

Is that Jane's blow fish?  I thought for sure it would be done by now.  Maybe next week.  Keep it up, Jane, Fred is calling to you.

 

When is this tote going to be finished, Georgie?

A Weekly Special and Some Finished Objects

Some Special Features

Everyone likes a sale.  This week's special are these oh so cute angel ornaments.  You can see all the selections here, and there are several.  On the left is the canvas, which comes with instructions for finishing it yourself.  On the right is the finished angel.

25% Off For One Week

Also featured this week (but, sorry, not on sale)... knitting kits by Laura Nelkin. Those are beads you see in there.  A little pizazz. 

Ribband

Butin Collar

 Rippled

 Some Finished Objects...

On the left is Georgie's Ginger.  On the right and below are Pagodas stitched by Leona.  Those two are pretty good at this, don't you think?

A baby cardigan (for no one in particular yet) knit by Leona.  We have the pattern in the shop and it includes a hat and scarf.

 Some fun! 

So Tuesday nights are getting a reputation.  This week we celebrated two birthdays.  Of course we don't need a reason to celebrate.  We just enjoy each others company and try not to pester Leona too much.  There is usually a "kids" table and an "adult" table.  Join us if you dare...

The birthday girls on the right, the "adult" table on the left.






Lavish praise goes to Mary for her finished preemie caps.

 Deidre enthusiastically models a quick knit wristlet.  Here is the pattern.

Natalie helps Mary decide if it's time to start decreasing.

Check This Out.

This week we are featuring our interchangeable needle sets.




Up first we have Knit Picks Options.  These sets come with four cables, needle tips from size 4-11US and a handy case to keep everything in.  You can choose from metal ($69.98), wood ($84.98) or clear plastic ($39.98). 

You can buy additional tips in sizes 13, 15 & 17.

From there, we go to Knitter's Pride.  The set in the back is dreamz Symfonie Wood with size 4-11 US tips ($82.50).  The other is Cubics Symfonie Rose ($84).  These come with four cords and needle tips from US6-US11.  Not pictured is the metal Nova set which costs $69 and also comes with tips from size 4-11US.

You can buy additional tips for dreamz in 13, 15, 17 & 19 and for nova in 13, 15, 17.

Next up, we have Addi Click basic ($169.90) with metal needle tips and bamboo tips ($179.90) as well as Addi Click lace for ($169.90).











Now we continue on to Plymouth Yarn Company's interchangeable set which comes in a fabulous faux leather carrying case.  Those are Rosewood needle tips and there are 9 pairs of them ranging in size from 4-11US.  The set also has five cables ranging from 20-40 inches.  All this for only $120.

Also featured today are two different size Knit Picks multi wood straights.  The set includes size 4US-11US needles.  The 14" set is $99.98.  The 10" set costs $74.98.











Now for some finished objects.
 (or nearly finished...)

This is Georgie's tooth fairy pillow.  Remember it from a few weeks back?  This is what it looks like all finished.  Isn't it great?















A sweet little baby hat finished by one of our knitters.

Jane continues to work away diligently on her fish.  And she never complains.  Good job, Jane.  Keep up the good work.











Jamie is very nearly finished with her Conch House Tote.  Georgie shows off her finished version.  Yea, Jamie!  It looks great.