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These are ongoing shop happenings. An "*" by the event indicates that there is a fee.
These are social knitting times - no charge, but no help is provided.
Tues. evening 7 to 9
Wed. morning 10 to 12
Sun. afternoons 2 to 4
Master Knitter Support Group
2nd and 4th Sunday from 2 to 4.
*Open Weaving
Every Monday from 6 to 9. Call to confirm class will be held as we have some dates blocked out.
*Drop In Knitting
Tuesday from 11 to 1
Wednesday from 7:00 to 8:30 pm (except between June 10 and Labor Day)
Thursday from 1 to 3
Friday from 10 to Noon
*Knit with Suzanne
Thursday evening, 7 to 9
Girl's Night
First Friday from 7 to 10 (except July and February)
Spinning Group
First Saturday from 10 to 12 (except July and February)
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| Greetings!
Summer is upon us (finally!). Vacations are here. The pace for most of us is a little slower, more relaxed. Flowers are in, most of the yard work is "caught up." It's a good time of year in Michigan. It's also a good time of year to think about holiday knitting. Now? Absolutely. Most of what we make for gift giving is small -- hats, mittens, slippers, scarves -- which are perfect for knitting during the dog days of summer. Stop in and be inspired by some of our samples from the One Skein books and check out this week's coupon.
Charity Knitting
If you are feeling a hankering to knit, have a tight budget but don't mind knitting for someone else, stop in and ask us for a FREE yarn pack to make a chemo cap for Knit Michigan. We have a supply of very nice yarn that was donated for this purpose. We have packaged it with a Knit Michigan tag so you can return it ready for us to send on to a Michigan cancer unit. Knitting is relaxing. Giving makes you feel good. |
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One of our new fall yarns came in this week. No samples yet, but mom is knitting a baby sweater set as I write. Mochi Plus is a machine washable equivalent to Noro Kureyon or Silk Garden - but is is soft enough for baby.
 Mochi Plus: 80% Superwash Merino Wool/20% Nylon 95 yds/50 gr ball. 16 long-striping colors, 4 - 4.5 sts/inch on size 9 - 10 needles - 95 yds/50 gr. A new sample from one of our Michigan knitwear designers is finished and on display. Knitting at Knoon's Ted: The cutest baby bear on the block (with or without ears)! A raglan hoody and leggings knit in Comfort. In three sizes: S (6-9 mos.), M (9-12 mos.), and L (12-18 mos.) 
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We've got a plethora of pretty projects this week. What's cool is that they aren't just knit. Here to inspire you:
Cherie is modeling her Seascape shawl (Fibertrends) knit in Bloomfield (50/50 Merino/Silk) in the Up North colorway.
Debbie Models her Peacock Shawl (Some Knitting Required) knit in Bloomfield.
Debbie was prolific. This is our Aspen shawl pattern, also knit in Bloomfield (do you see a pattern here?). She did this as a result of a class I taught over Christmas and will be teaching at Michigan Fiber Fest next month.
And Sonya proudly shows off her tablet weaving. Tablet weaving is done using a set of punched cards. She uses her inkle loom to tension it. This is a leash for her dog. Sonya says this is the year of "small" weaving. I've enjoyed seeing her learn -- she's taught herself from books.
Nancie went on vacation and took one of our new sock dyeing kits with her. The kit only comes with one skein of yarn, but it has enough dye to dye this much yarn in all these colors! Nancie said to tell you, "The kit is a very simple fun way to introduce one's self to dyeing and might even be a good bonding experience for the entire family on a rainy day when you are all Monopolied out .... "
This Hennie modeling her sweater by another Michigan knitwear designer, Kim Smith of Knitting Matters. The yarn is Ella Rae Silkience and the pattern is called Kiyo.
Donna models her Luminaria shawl from knitty.com. If you guessed that it was made from our Bloomfield . . . you are right!
As always, click on the images for a closer view. The lace needs to be seen larger to be appreciated. |
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Click on the class calendar on the class page on our website and see what is starting and what is already underway or ongoing.
Spotlight on: Triangular Trilogy with Galina
Dates: Saturday and Sunday, 9/19 and 9/20, 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
Are things that come in three's truly better? When it comes to Orenburg knitted lace, the answer is a resounding YES! The triangle shape is perhaps the oldest and most aesthetically versatile of all shawl motifs. In this class, Galina will present three distinct design techniques to construct a triangular-shaped shawl . . . you select the approach that best fits your knitting style. Leave it to those crafty Russian babushkas to "build the better mousetrap"! Come triangulate with Galina!
Upcoming classes
Here's a list of all the classes starting in the next few weeks (the date listed is the first day of the class):
7/22 Knit Mini Latvian Mittens
7/28 First Time Top Down Socks on Double Point Needles
7/29 Teeny Tiny Knit Sweaters
Our Next Learn to . . . classes:
Learn to Knit: starts 9/14
Learn to Tat: starts 9/24
Learn to Spin: starts 9/19
Learn to Weave on the Rigid Heddle: 10/17
Learn to Weave: Open Weaving on Monday evenings OR Learn to Weave in a week: January
I have dates for these classes, but they aren't posted to the website or "in the system" yet, but you can mark your calendars. I am please to say that Molly Fletcher, the weaving instructor at CCS will be teaching them:
Learn to Tapestry Weave, October 4, 11, 25 and November 8.
Learn to Tablet Weave, starts February 14, 2010.
Details on all of these classes on our website. | |
Bhutan Weavers
Rinzin and Leki Wangmo, master weavers from Bhutan, travel to Front Porch Textiles later this month. Shuttle, Spindle and Dyepot featured them in the Spring, 2007 issue. Please come for any or all of the events planned and take advantage of this rare opportunity to see some of the finest handweaving in the world done on a backstrap loom. Friday, July 24, 6 - 9. Reception, gallery show and sale. Saturday, July 25, 10 - 5. Gallery show and sale. Sunday, July 26, 1 - 4. Lecture and demonstration. $15 and RSVP for this last event. Contact Mary Underwood1219 Traver Rd.
Ann Arbor, MI 48105
(734) 662-7134
Wednesday, July 22 at 7 p.m.
Concerts in the Park in Lake Orion
This week: Tom Allport Big Band
Come swing to the sounds of big band music ranging in style from Glenn Miller Band to today's smooth jazz. For those that like to kick it up a notch, listen for a nice selection of Bossa Nova and Sambas. Bring your knitting or spinning and join us in the park for a pleasant evening of community and music.
Farmer's Market
Every Wednesday afternoon from 3 to 8 through August. It is one block south of the shop by the Orion Art Center (and adjacent to the music!).
Summer Fiber Retreat
There are still spaces available in the fiber retreat. Check the details here. Summer Hours
Reminder: There is no Wednesday evening Drop In Knitting and we close at 5:00 on Wednesday's through August.
Happy Fibering!
Joan Sheridan
Heritage Spinning & Weaving
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