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           Early November 2011             

                  

Store Hours:

Tuesday, Wednesday, & Thursday  10:30 - 7:00 pm 

Friday & Saturday  10:30 - 5:30 pm 

Sunday  12:00  - 5:00 pm 

Closed Monday

 

Holiday Hours:

Thanksgiving Eve (Nov 24) close at 5 p.m.
Thanksgiving Day - CLOSED
Friday (Nov 26) open regular hours

Christmas Eve - close 3 p.m.
Christmas Day - CLOSED 
      

 


NEW PROJECTS

                  CHILD'S    SWEATER



 

 

 

 

  

                       

The sweater pictured above is a size 8 knitted in 7 skeins Rowan All Seasons Cotton. (6 main color/1 trim color).  The pattern is KPS #296. The cost of this project is $64.20 + tax.    Your could also knit this sweater in Berroco Vintage in one color for $26.15 + tax.  This is a great pattern and gives the knitter opportunities to select fun colors and create a wearable child's sweater. 

 

   

        YARN

    BOMBING!



 

   
 
                                    Come view our tree outside Yarns on First!
The crocheted decoration on the tree was created by two Oxbow students as a school project.  Feel free to add your knitted or crocheted "statement" to our tree.




  
CHURCHMOUSE PATTERNS - We have new Churchmouse Patterns in stock.
This new group includes patterns for the home which will make wonderful holiday gifts. 

 

      SUGGESTIONS FOR YOUR CHRISTMAS WISH LIST
Addi Click Basic Needle Sets   (Purchase early as they are difficult to keep in stock)
Addi Click Lace Needle Sets    (Purchase early as they are difficult to keep in stock)
"The Ultimate Knitting Bible"
"The Vogue Knitting Stitchionary" (Vol 1 thru 4)
"The Knitter's Book of Finishing Techniques"

GIFT CERTIFICATES AVAILABLE  

                         NANCY ENGLAND CLASSES 

ON-GOING DESIGN CLASS

 

Nancy England is an inspirational knit designer, problem solver, and an excellent teacher with a great sense of humor. Her classes are open to all levels of knitters from the first cast-on through theory and design.

Limit 6 participants.

 

Dates:  Wednesdays from 10 -12             Fee: $60 for 3 classes

November 2, 9, & 16

January 11, 18, 25  

    

TOP DOWN SWEATER    (One day class) 

 

Dates:    Saturday November 12 from 10-4           Fee:  $60

              Saturday January 14 from 10-4

              (Class time includes 1 hour break for lunch)  

           

          These children's sweaters were done by Nancy using the top down            sweater  technique! 

 

SOCKS    (One day class) 

 

Dates:   Sunday November 27 from 11-5              Fee:  $60

             Saturday January 28 from 10-4  

             (Class time includes 1 hour break for lunch) 

 

Pre-registration is required for all classes.  Please sign up early as these classes will fill up quickly.  


                                 NEW CLASS !!!!!A

 CROCHET WITH SANDY  

 

Come join the fun with Sandy learning basic crochet stitches.  Learn a variety of stitches, how to change colors, turn corners and all the skills needed to make fun holiday gifts.  Bring your own yarn scraps and Sandy will provide crochet hooks for you to use during class.  Class fee does not include materials and there are no make-ups for missed classes.

 

   

Dates:  Thursdays from 5:00-6:30 p.m.

 

             November 3, 10, & 17                    Fee:  $45.00 for 3 classes

 

             December 1, 8, & 15

Pre-registration including payment is required for all classes.

Drop-in is available but please call first .  Drop-in fee is $20.00 

 

JENNIFER BELL CLASSES

 

EVENING CLASSES  

Join us for Jennifer's popular evening knitting classes.  Jennifer welcomes knitters of all levels for her three week, on-going classes.  Please call early to reserve your spot - space is limited!  The class fee does not include materials and there are no make-ups for missed classes. 

 

Dates:                                                      Fee:  $60 for 3 classes  

 

Tuesdays:       November 1, 8, & 15               5:30-7:30 p.m.

                      December 6, 13, & 20           

        

Wednesdays: November 2, 9, & 16

                      December 7, 14, & 21  

 

Drop in is available but please call first.  Drop-in fee is $25.00   

 

                      UPCOMING ONE DAY WORKSHOPS 

                 GET A HEAD START ON THE HOLIDAYS!!

 

FELTED CLUTCH

 

Date:  Sunday November 13     1:00-4:00 p.m.           Fee:  $30.00

 

Materials Needed:  Pattern will be provided.  You will need to have approximately 150 yards of a yarn suitable for felting (100% wool/not superwash). When you come in to register for this workshop we offer a 10% discount on appropriate yarn for this project such as Rowan Purelife.  You will need size 13 knitting needles and a marker.

 

Skills Needed:  Come knowing how to cast on, knit, purl, and bind off.

 

Skills Covered:  Pattern reading, knitting in the round, and a discussion about felting and lining.  You will be finishing this project at home since the felting process will not be done in class,

 

SIMPLE LACE HAND WARMERS (Knitted flat in a balanced lace pattern, no thumb gusset)

 

Date:  Sunday December 4    1:00-4:00 p.m.                Fee:  $30.00  

 

Materials Needed:  Pattern will be provided.  You will need to have approximately 150-200 yards of a DK weight yarn.  Examples are Malabrigo Silky Merino, Manos Silk Blend or Madelyntosh DK.  All are available at Yarns on First.  Size 4 needles.

 

Skills Needed:  Come knowing how to cast on, knit, purl, and bind off.

 

Skills Covered:  Pattern reading, scalloped edging, easy lace pattern with yarn-overs and two decreases, seaming.

 

FELTED SLIPPERS

 

Date:  Sunday December 11   1:00-4:00 p.m.               Fee:  $30.00

 

Materials Needed:  Pattern will be provided.  You will need to have approximately 500-720 yards of a worsted weight yarn (depending on foot size) suitable for felting.  (100% wool, NO SUPERWASH)

 

Skills Needed:  Come knowing how to cast on, knit, purl, and bind off.

 

Skills Covered:  Pattern reading, basic felting techniques, join for work in the round, learn to decrease, and short rows.  Discussion of basic felting techniques since the felting process will not be done in class. 

   

Pre-registration is required for all classes and space is limited.

 

      


                 SALE YARN OF THE MONTH(

Our sale yarn this month is Rowan Silky Tweed.  The yarn is 80% lambswool and 20% silk.  Each skein contains 137 yards.  The regular cost per skein is $12.25 + tax.  On sale each skein is $9.80 + tax.  Come in and take advantage of this special on this luxurious yarn.

                       KITS FOR GIFTS   

 BEGINNER KITS- $75 + tax (Offered through Christmas)
 
This kit contains either the "How to Knit Booklet" or "How to Crochet Booklet", 1 skein Berroco Vintage yarn (your choice of in-store colors), 1 pair Bryspun knitting needles (size 7 or 8) or appropriate size crochet hook, and 1 class series which includes 3 classes ( Knitting with Jennifer or Crochet with Sandy - see class schedule for regularly scheduled class dates)

 LET US KNOW!

 

Please drop by or call and let us know your favorite yarns that we do not stock!  We are always adding to our inventory.  If you would like us to place a special order for you, please come in to discuss your needs. 

 

COME KNIT WITH US AT THE FRONT TABLE - BE INSPIRED - SOLVE PROBLEMS - HAVE FUN!

 

                                                    HAPPY KNITTING!!! 


From the Heart of Napa Valley/Care to Knit Organization 

At this time we are no longer collecting yarn for From the Heart of Napa Valley.  

Thanks to all of you who have donated.  We are knitting from the huge "stash" that you all provided! 

 


Susan Blake
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From the Heart of Napa Valley
chapter of
Care to Knit, Inc.  

                 KNIT A SCARF FOR  ST. ANTHONY'S
St. Anthony's  provides free meals to the needy.  They are soliciting knitted scarves to give away to their guests during the holiday season.  Come in and pick up the information.  Share your talent with those less fortunate.

         THANKSGIVING THANK-YOU TO OUR CUSTOMERS
 
As the holiday season approaches, Yarns on First is offering a special thank you to our  loyal customers.  On Friday November 25 all books in the store will be 30% off.  (No special orders please).  We hope you will take advantage of this opportunity to increase your library. 

Chris Ligouri, Christina Downes, and Marcie Schwartz 
Yarns on First
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