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How I love these crisp mornings and warm afternoons of autumn. The pumpkins are starting to appear on doorsteps and the leaves are slowly turning red and golden. And our thoughts are turning to wool and alpaca, sweaters and shawls. The holidays are coming and it's time to get busy making gifts! We've got some great workshops coming up and beautiful new yarns in the shop, so come on in!
*Starting this Sunday, our winter hours go into effect.*
Tues, Wed, Fri 11:00-6:00pm
Thursday & Sunday 11:00-4:00pm
Saturday 11:00-5:00pm
closed Mondays
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Telluride
We love this new sport weight yarn from Classic Elite. Telluride is a beautiful blend of Superfine Alpaca, Linen, and Donegal, which results in an incredibly soft and drapey fabric. It is subtly tweedy, with a lovely color palette that lends itself perfectly to color work. I immediately cast on Lone Star, an adorable cabled vest. We also love this cowl, with it's diamond weave pattern and subtle blending of the color ways.
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Folio Luxe 
Another new yarn we are excited about is Berroco's Folio Luxe, a luscious, superfine alpaca that feels as soft and luxurious as cashmere. It has been infused with glittering metallic strands, perfect for glamorous accessories or a very special garment. We knit this elegant little cowl out of just one skein that would make lovely gift for anyone on your list, and we have a customer that just cast on for this sweet short sleeved cardigan. We can't wait to see how it turns out!
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instructor: Judy du Monde
Learn all your basic knitting skills with Judy, who will lead you through knitting, purling, and pattern reading skills. This is a perfect class for absolute beginners, as well as those looking to refine existing skills or those needing specific project support!
Tuesdays 5:30-7:30pm $60
October 13, 20, 27th
November 10, 17, 24
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Crochet 101
instructor: Dara Weyna
Beginning crochet class. Dara will teach you slip knot cast on, chain, single crochet, half double crochet, double crochet and slip stitch, as well as some basic pattern and diagram reading. No previous experience needed! Please bring scrap yarn and corresponding hook.
Tuesdays 5:30-7:30pm $60
October 13, 20, 27th
November 10, 17, 24
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 Fingerless Gloves
instructor: Judy du Monde
Useful, fashionable, quick, and just enough of a challenge to be interesting! Fingerless mitts are the perfect gift! Students will choose from two Churchmouse patterns to work on, either the Welted Fingerless Gloves or the Ferryboat Mitts. Students will learn to work on double points, and right and left increases. Two circular needles can be used by those who prefer that mode. Get started on your holiday gifts! Pattern included.
Two class series, $35 November 5 and 12th 11:30-1:00pm Thursdays |
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1st Sweater
instructor: Judy du Monde
This class is for knitters with beginner skills who are ready to knit their first garment. Choose between a number of sweater patterns, cardigan or pullover, for either a child or adult. All patterns are knit neck down, have raglan sleeves, and work
up quickly with DK or worsted weight yarn. Pattern included. 
Three class series, Saturdays $55
October 10th 11:30-1:30pm
October 17 and 24th 11:30-1:00pm
*please note 1st session is 2 hours, following 2 classes are 1.5 hours*
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 Crochet Chevron Blanket instructor: Dara Weyna
Join Dara to learn how crochet this adorable and trendy chevron blanket. Super fun to make, and looks much more complicated than it actually is! This project is perfect for beginning crocheters! Makes a perfect gift for a new baby, but would also be a lovely couch throw! Free Pattern Two class series, Sundays $35
October 11 and 18th 11:30-1:00pm |
Crochet Baby Bootie Workshop
instructor: Dara Weyna
Increase your crochet skills while making these sweet booties. Learn pattern reading, double and half double crochet, increasing, and decreasing. Some previous crochet experience necessary. Free pattern.
Two class series, Sundays $35
November 1 and 8th, 11:30-1:00pm
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 Socks instructor: Judy du Monde
Traditional sock style for the beginning sock knitter. Skills learned include basic sock construction, including turning the heel, gusset shaping, making the toe and much more! Basic knitting skills and experience with double points required. Pattern included.
Three class series, Saturdays $50
November 7, 14, 21st 11:30-1:00pm
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Quick Cowl Class
instructor: Judy du Monde
Choose between 3 fun and fast cowl patterns that all feature 1 -2 skeins of bulky weight yarns. These cowls can be knit up in no time, are great for beginners, and make terrific last minute gifts! Free pattern!
1 class session, Saturday $20
December 5th 11:30-1:00pm
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Crochet Snowflake Workshop
instructor: Dara Weyna
Just in time for the winter holidays! Learn to crochet hanging snowflakes to use as ornaments or window decorations. They also make a lovely gift! All levels welcome! Pattern provided.
One class session, Sunday $25 December 6th, 11:30-1:30 |
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It's October and the time for all things pumpkin! This recipe is originally from the Fannie Farmer cookbook, and one that Marcie has been baking for years. It is simple to make, not too sweet, and easily customizable. Add nuts, or raisins, or orange zest! Especially delicious with a cup of chai tea!
Pumpkin Bread
Ingredients:
1 1/2 cup flour
1/2 tsp salt
1 cup sugar
1 tsp baking soda
1 cup pumpkin purée
1/2 cup vegetable oil
2 eggs, beaten
1/4 cup water
1/4 tsp nutmeg
1/4 tsp cinnamon
1/4 tsp allspice
1/2 cup chopped nuts (optional)
Preparation:
Preheat oven to 350.
Sift together flour, salt, sugar, baking soda.
Mix the pumpkin, oil, eggs, water and spices in a separate bowl.
Combine wet ingredients with dry, don't over mix.
Stir in the nuts or other additions
Pour into well-buttered loaf pan.
Bake 50-60 minutes until a knife inserted in the middle comes out clean
Turn out of the pan and cool on a rack.
Enjoy!
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Yarns on First
1305 First St
Napa, CA, 94559
707-257-1363
contact@yarnsonfirst.com
Tues, Wed, Fri, & Sat 10:30-5:30pm
Thursday 10:30-4:00pm
closed Sundays & Mondays
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