Summer's memories are fading fast. The leaves are turning, and our thoughts are turning to knitting. We welcome the cooler stitching days of Autumn.
Both stores are again open on Mondays. Saturday hours for the Fisher Building are extended. The Fisher Theatre season opens with Legally Blonde (see website for details), and we are open to curtain every night there is theater, including Sunday for both performances. We, at the Fisher Building, were wondering...."What would Elle knit?" You guessed it....it doesn't matter, so long as its pink! Come see our display in the lobby for pink-spiration.
In this issue we have our holiday gift guide - projects to fit your pocket book, schedule and attention span. Nothing comes from the heart quite like a gift from the hands.
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Can you believe it? City Knits in the Fisher Building will celebrate its seventh Birthday on December 5, 2009 with a gala "hats off" event and Holiday Open House. City Knits of Mt. Clemens will join the festivities to mark its 2nd anniversary. Time flies when you're playing with yarn. Stay tuned for details. If your stitching took a summer vacation, it's time to dive back in. New class offerings, special events, and workshops. |
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Rita Weaver is Published!
CONGRATULATIONS ! ! !
City Knits newest designer to be published is Rita Weaver. Rita has worked for City Knits for over 4 years now as teacher and has a tremendous following of devoted friends and students. Rita is back in the Fisher Building shop on Wednesdays from 1-4 PM.
Her stunning lace cardigan is called Isabel on page 33 of the Misti Alpaca Heritage Collection. Copies of the Book and yarn are available at City Knits. The cardigan features picot edging around all of the edges, graduated lace work and a set in saddle-shoulder lace panel for an elegant shoulder treatment. Misti Alapaca DK Suri Silk (80% Suri Alpaca and 20% Silk) is recommended.
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Gift Knitting Inspirations for the Holidays
Holiday Gift Giving is the perfect opportunity for us to share our love in fiber form with friends, family, coworkers and all.
Don't get caught with your needles or hooks down. These ideas will get you started for the gift giving seasons.
Linen Washcloths are fun and easy to knit ,allowing you to experiment with different stitch patterns while creating a practical gift for your holiday party hostess or that girlfriend that loves to bathe with the finer fibers of life. Linen is the perfect fiber for water uses: it dries quickly, doesn't hold stains, and gets softer with use and each trip through the washer and drier.
The Ruffled Scrunchy Scarf: a delightful gift for young and old alike. This tape yarn does all the work of ruffles for you. Two quick skeins and you have created a fun look for the free spirit in your life.
The Leaf Neckerchief: a thoughtful and practical gift. This scarflette knits up easy and works well to hold out the winter winds. The pattern is from One Skein Wonders - a book just bursting with gifting inspiration.
 The Catchall Wrap: Feeling like letting your imagination run wild? Try the catchall wrap! Grab 5 or more fibers that you love, cast on and let your design evolve. Each is different and unique just like the people to whom you give them. Great way to use up that stash. We'd love to help you put one (or even two) together.
The Beaded Scarf: One of our favorites sure to delight all who see it, this piece looks like a million bucks and its just simple garter stitch with beads. If you can knit the beginner scarf you can make this piece. Karen says: the biggest wow factor for the least technical know how.
 Handwarmers: Holly has designed a special pair, ribbed with a centered braid, just for City Knits. Karen is cooking up a stocking cap to match. Your choice of Royal Llama silk, Karabella's classic Aurora 8, or the decadent Buffalo Gold for the deserving man (or woman) on your list. (Matching hat coming very soon!)
Mixed Fiber scarves, Felted bags, Hats and Mittens!!!!!
Our list is getting longer by the minute. Hurry in so we can help you get started on yours; there are fewer than 80 days left before Christmas Nothing comes from the heart quite like a gift from the hands.
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Spinning in the M.C.
 City Knits of Mount Clemens hosts a talented group of about a dozen spinners (the fiber kind, not the biking kind) on the first Friday of every month, from 6-9 pm. The yarns all look so beautiful while in progress. Spinning your own
yarn gives you the ultimate control over the type of yarn you knit
with.
Anyone with basic skills and a wheel is welcome to come spin and chat for the evening while catching up on everyone's latest projects. If you can't bring your own wheel, you can can "take one of ours for a spin" for a small fee. Both Jan and Shelly spin and can answer questions you may have about the process when you visit the Mt. Clemens store.
If you have always wanted to learn about creating your own yarn, either with a wheel or a spindle, private lessons are at available by appointment at both locations. Call to schedule your private lessons today with:
Shelly at Mt. Clemens: 586.469.9665.
Holly at the Fisher Building 313.872.9665.
Both stores stock roving, books, spindles, and a small selection of Louet wheels.
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NEW CROCHET CLASSES
Fisher Building with Nozibele
Stash Buster Afghan, Hats, Gloves and Mittens:
Crocheting in the Round
3-Week Workshop
Saturday, November 7, 14 and 21, 2009
10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
$50.00 for 3 classes, including the Fall '09 issue of Interweave Crochet magazine and a 10% discount on yarn purchases (the use of City Knits yarns required).
Participants will learn how to work in the round to make hats or mittens. Experienced crocheters might want to give gloves or socks a try.
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Blankets and Beyond: Tunisian Crochet Revisited
3-Week Workshop
Sunday, October 18, 25 and November 1, 2009
2:30 p.m. to 5 p.m.
$75.00 for 3 classes, including pattern and hooks. A 15% discount on yarn purchases (the use of City Knits and/or boutique quality yarns required).
Participants will learn 3 different Tunisian stitches, design their blanket, and learn color change and finishing techniques. Returning participants may choose to make more challenging items like a shawl or sweater.
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'Granny Squares Galore':
Granny Square and Motif Workshop
3-Week Workshop
Wednesday, October 28, November 4 and 11, 2009
6 to 8 p.m.
$75.00 for 3 classes and a copy of the book, 201 Crochet Blocks, Motifs and Project Ideas. A 15% discount on yarn purchases (the use of City Knits or boutique quality yarns required).
Participants will learn to make a variety of granny squares that can be made into bags, blankets, sweaters and much more. They will also learn to read patterns with charts and symbols, as well as joining and finishing techniques.
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Blanket Sunday (the Sunday after Black Friday)
Sunday, November 29, 2009, 3 to 7 p.m.
Come, relax and work on finishing a knitted or crocheted blanket
(you can shop if you'd like too). $5.00 drop in fee. Snacks are optional!
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INTERMEDIATE KNITTING
Fisher Building with Sheila
Saturday 11:00 to 1:00 pm
You asked for it, so we are offering it. Sheila is committed to advancing student skills past the advanced-beginner level. Her calm, competent teaching style will help you to acquire the skills essential to progress. Six 2 hour classes for $60 or $15 per class. Call ahead to reserve your spot: 313.872.9665
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If you haven't started your holiday stitching, don't delay. Come visit us today. Mark your calendars to December 5 for our 7th birthday and 7th annual Holiday open house. 7 days of big fun! Stay tuned for details . . . . . |
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Sincerely,
Karen Kendrick-Hands
City Knits
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SOCK - Toberfest
Yarn of the Month is
Sock Yarn 20% OFF
 Celebrate Sock-toberSunday, October 18, 2009 2-5PM, Fisher Building BYOB, Knitting & Crochet October is.....Sock-TOBER! All dedicated sock yarn on sale 20% off.
Special Event: Fisher Building ONLY. Sunday, October 18th 1-6pm
Sock-TOBER FEST. Mt. Clemens staff and patrons heartily invited!!!
Guaranteed party atmosphere. No charge, additional discounts for
attendees.....it's a suprise. |
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DWS Knit-a-thon
Knit-a-Thon Cast Off Celebration
Saturday, Oct 24 9:30am - 3:30pm
at Detroit Waldorf School.
The DWS Knit-a-Thon is a fundraiser in which participants invite pledges or sponsorship of their participation in the event. We are collecting pledges per knitted 6-inch square or a flat pledge amount for the event. All funds raised will directly benefit the Detroit Waldorf School, a real asset to the Greater Detroit Community.
The knitted or crocheted squares will be assembled into blankets that will be donated to Children's Hospital of Michigan.
The Cast-off Celebration offers refreshments, music, fiber arts classes, a silent auction, kids' crafts, and more.
City Knits is excited to host a booth and support a booth. Should be a fun day, so come by the DWS in Indian Village.
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FURLOUGH DAYS
 We feel your pain! City of Detroit and State of Michigan Employees Spend your furlough day with us. Teacher on hand for basic knitting instruction 12-4pm, no charge. Take an additional 15% off when you show your qualifying id badge. Designated days for City of Detroit are: Monday, October 26th, Thursday, November 12th, Wednesday, November 25th, Monday, December 7th, and Wednesday, December 23, 2009. |
Broadway in Detroit
Fisher Theatre
October 15- November 1, 2009
December 17 - January 23, 2010
January 29 - February 14, 2010
 April 20 - May 09, 2010
May 18-23, 2010
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Celebrate Transit Advocacy in Detroit:
Ten Years of TRU
For everyone who thinks Greater Detroit would be greater with better transit, this event is for you.
TRU's 10th Anniversary Gala Fundraising Dinner. Nov. 16th, 6 pm
Majestic Theater, Detroit
For more info about TRU go to
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