Mothers Day

Spent a wonderful mother’s day with my mom and have some pictures to share.  I made her a pair of socks from yarn she picked out, Staccato by Shibui, and in all honesty I’m embarrassed to say that it has been more than just a while ago that she picked it out.  On the other hand I am really happy they fit and she’s wearing them! 

She now needs more care and has just recently been moved to the next level at Elk Meadows.  Unfortunately she has lost her eyesight; her physical health seems to be fine although she has lost weight.  But something’s never change, like her love of cold milk and warm cinnamon rolls.  My niece Allison brought her one on our visit and she was in heaven!  It really was a good cinnamon roll.  She also believes in a manicure very two weeks. 

The one thing I can say about Utah, it always has surprises for me. On the drive to my moms I had been seeing bald eagle nests but had never stopped to look at them. This time I pulled over to take a few pictures, to my surprise and excitement a juvenile bald eagle flew overhead and was circling! I must not have look to tasty because he head back over to the lake.  

Take care everyone and enjoy your summer.

Julie

National Needle Arts Association (TNNA)

I spent some time in Long Beach a few weekends ago at the National Needle Arts Association (TNNA) Trade Show & got to check out some of the new yarns and color combinations for spring.  My favorite was Jade Sapphires cashmere linen blend they named Sylph; a skein made it into my suitcase…oh joy!

On Sunday I ran into Alana Dakos from Never Not Knitting with her daughter signing their book Annie and the Swiss Cheese Scarf; it’s about a little girl who wants to knit and her mother who teaches her.  It’s a cute story with beginning knitting instruction in the back. And if you haven’t heard yet Alana has another book Botanical Knits coming out in May with pre-orders being accepted; I have mine pre-ordered with Twigs & Willow in my Ravelry favorites already. 

For those of you that will be enjoying Stitches West in Santa Clara on the 21st through the 24th Chic ~ a will be there.  She doubled the booth size to accommodate more products so look for her at #932,934 and grab one of those wonderful yarn keepers I was telling you about, you won’t be sorry.

Julie

Utah

On my most recent trip to Utah it was freezing!  Our first day there it was 0 degrees at 8:30 in the morning; this explains the picture of people ice fishing on our way to visit my mom.  I was able to sport around in some hand knits though.  

Ice Fishing

  

My mom wasn’t really up to pictures this trip; she’s been having good days and not so good days so adjustments in her care were made.

 

On the flight my son did take this picture of me knitting one of my frequent flyer hats; it’s the MOOSE hat from Bea Ellis Knitwear.  I hooked the Chic-a yarn keeper on the latch of the tray table to knit, it’s a great way to avoid the yarn rolling off your lap onto the floor (yuck) where you’d have to say excuse me to the person next to you as you politely try to retrieve it or worse it rolls three rows back!  I was also able to zip up the hat and pattern in the yarn keeper when I heard the familiar words “Please put your tray and seat in the upright lock position as we prepare for landing”.

I hope everyone’s year has started off well and that projects are flying off your needles and hooks!!

Julie

Peace...Love...Hope...

“Blessed is the season which engages the whole world in a conspiracy of love.”  ~ Hamilton Wright Mabie

18th Annual La Arcada Christmas Walk is tomorrow November 28th from 5:00 to 8:00; it’s a wonderful way to begin the holiday season. As always this festive event is filled with music, holiday lights and a visit from Santa.

Thankful

Today is a day about giving thanks and family so I would like to introduce you to my mom Peggy.  Since closing the store I have been able to travel three times to see her and on the most recent trip my son Kyle joined me.

 In September my mom gave us a BIG scare which led us to relocating her to a beautiful Assisted Living Community for Alzheimer/Dementia, we feel so grateful to have found such a wonderful place.  She has stabilized and gained some much needed weight; we don’t mention that part to her though. :-)

My knitting lately has been what I refer to as Frequent Flyer Hats, since that’s what I’ve been taking on the plane. One of them is being modeled by the latest addition to the family; my great nephew Nathan.  It is a stylish ear flap hat made with Spud & Chloe Sweater in Root beer with Lorna’s Laces Shepherds worsted in camouflage for the band, braided ties and pom-pom (it’s a free pattern I found on Ravelry called Cozy). The others are gifts so I can’t post pictures just yet.

 With the holiday season upon us I wish you all a wonderful Thanksgiving and joyous holiday season.

Love, Julie

 “Gratitude makes sense of our past, brings peace for today, and creates a vision for tomorrow.”
—Melody Beattie

Final Week

                                                     

Hi Everyone,

We are heading into our final week!  As the yarns are disappearing off the shelves, the displays and the mannequins (children's) are being tagged for sale.  If you had your eye on something or thought something was cute, come by and see if it's been tagged.

I will be keeping the store's Blog and the Face Book page, so if you haven't Liked us yet, please do so.  I will be posting and am hoping to arrange a KAL and a group knitting from time to time.

 Once again, thank you for being a part of Knit and Pearl!

Julie

Summer Solstice Parade

The Summer Solstice parade is this Saturday, June 23rd, up State Street, with all the street closures & traffic we will be closed too. I hope everyone enjoys the celebration and we'll see you on Monday when we reopen at 11:00

Knit in Public Week Celebration & Sale

Knit & Pearl Boutique is having a storewide sale to kick off "Knit in Public Week" and your summer of knitting and crochet! 

All regular in-store merchandise is 25% off starting Saturday, June 9th through June 16th.

Then,on Saturday, June 16th, Alana Dakos of Never Not Knitting blog and podcast and co-author of the wonderful book Coastal Knits will be coming for a Meet and Greet from 12 to 2. She will be bringing samples of her patterns and will be on hand to answer your questions. Don't miss the opportunity to visit with this designer, whose patterns include the ever popular Cedar Leaf Shawlette, among others. 
  

During this week, we will also be running a raffle. For every $10 you spend at Knit & Pearl  you will receive a ticket and will be entered into a drawing for a gift basket featuring  a signed copy of Coastal Knits, two skeins of Misti Alpaca yarn to make the Cambria Cowl and the popular Yarn Keeper from Chic-a to hold your yarn while working on your project. Alana will draw the winning ticket on June 16th at 2 o'clock. Raffle tickets will also be available to purchase for $1 each between June 9th and June 16th.  You don't need to be present to win. 
 

Coastal Kids

Coastal Knits designers Alana Dakos & Hannah Fettig have released four pint-sized versions of patterns from their original book. Little Oak, Mini Water's Edge, Wee Wildflower & Tiny Rocky Coast. Each pattern is available in children's sizes ranging from 6 months thru size 14 with detailed schematics, charts & pattern instructions. We have the patterns in stock along with their book Coastal Knits.

Memorial Day

We will be closed Monday 28th in honor of our 

service men & women.

Amy Butlers Ginger Tote

The Ginger Tote from Amy Butler, gives a relaxed, casual, modern flair to your daily outings.  A natural linen exterior with a fresh pattern is accented with aged brass hardware, strong & comfy linen handles, and a gorgeous pocketed interior lined with Amy's cotton prints.  We have them in three colors; Russet (pictured), Garnet and Turquoises. 

VOGUEknitting Crochet

VOGUEknitting Crochet just came in, it's filled with beaded jewelry, intricate lace and floral embellishments from Nicky Epstein.

Shibui Gradient

Shibui has a new free infinity scarf pattern, Gradient, featuring Silk Cloud.  It is a quiet blend of three strands held together alternating in a simple seed-stitch cowl with one strand periodically changing to a new color to create a soft transition from one color to the next, and back again.  We have eight colors available in the store; so what color will yours be?

Shibui Trunk Show

We  have the Shibui trunk show in the store starting today February 28th through March 14th featuring Heichi and Silk Cloud.  There are seven garments; Dusk, Echo, Element, Reflection,Ripple, Shadow and Trace for you to see and try on, a long with the small bag Umbra.

Box of Chocolates

Wishing everyone a sweet Valentines Day

Meyer Lemons

If you happen to be in the area today stop by and enjoy some Meyer Lemons from my tree, they are the best! If you miss today I'll let you know when I bring in more.

Misti Alpaca

Misti Alpaca has sent us some display samples for everyone to try on and pick out colors for.  We will have them until February 20th, then they will be sent on there way to the next store.

Never Not Knitting Trunk Show

We are hosting the Never Not Knitting Trunk Show from now until December 26th. Alana has sent samples of all her patterns so come on in and get inspire.

Holiday Hours

"We're open 7 days a week"

Starting November 25^th through December 24^th

Monday through Friday                  10:30 to 5:30
Saturday                                              10:30 to 5:00
Sunday                                                 12:00 to 4:00

Thanksgiving:

November 24^th                                  10:30 to 3:00

November 25^th                                  Closed

November 26th                                  Holiday hours begin

Christmas:

December 24^th                                  10:30 to 3:00 

December 25^th & 26^th                      Closed

December 27^th through 30^th          10:30 to 5:30

New Years:
December 31^st & January 1st & 2nd               Closed

Normal Store hours will resume January 3rd