Stitches Contest Winnners

Congratulations go out to our Stitches Contest Winners…..


First Place ~Audrey Johnsen for her Vogue Sweater made from Blue Sky Alpacas Suri Merino.

Second Place ~ Christine Sontag for her February Lady Sweater made from Blue Sky Alpacas Suri Merino.



Third Place ~ Kamila Storr for her Cookie A. socks made from Art Yarns.
Honorable Mention ~ Elise for her woven table runner made from Cotton Fleece.

Thank you to everyone who entered they were all amazing!

Class Schedule

Entralac Pillow
Thursdays, January 21^st and 28^th 6:00 to 8:00
The term entrelac means interlaced. It is one of those techniques that looks like it's going to be complicated until you actually do it. Instead of working one row of stitches after another, you work one row of blocks after another that is diagonally connected and looks like it is woven. Pattern included
Skill level: Intermediate Beginner
Materials: 3 skeins of Noro Kureon or Noro Silk Garden

$50.00

Adult Beginning Knitting
Tuesdays March 9th, 16th & 23rd 5:30 to 7:30
Learn how to cast on, knit, purl, yarn-over and bind off while creating a
washcloth in this three session class. The class will also cover the
importance of gauge, needle size, reading a label and the difference
in weights of yarn
Skill Level: Excited and eager to learn
Materials: Size 8 needles and one skein worsted weight yarn.

$60.00

Simple Summer Sweater
Tuesdays, February 2^nd, 9^th 23^rd and March 2^nd 6:00 to 8:00
The Simple Summer Tweed is a “staple” basic top down raglan pullover with a V or crew neck that can be knit for a casual loose fit or more fitted. It has a wide range of unisex sizes from XS to XXX-Large. Learn knitting in the round, increases & decreases and minimal seaming.
Pattern: www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/simple-summer-tweed-top-down-v-neck
Skills Level: Intermediate Beginner
Materials: Worsted weight yarn
Homework: knit a 4” x 4” gauge swatch-4 stitches per inch

$80.00

Gaia Shoulder Hug
Wednesdays, February 3^rd and 17^h 5:30 to 7:00
Using the unique and beautiful color transitions in the Noro sock
yarn, this seemingly simple stockinet shawl keeps you on your toes
with fun eyelet rows at the color changes. Learn the basics of a triangle shawl with this fun design!
Pattern: http://www.wildwestwoolies.com/files/Gaia_1_.pdf
Skill Level: Pattern reading is important
Materials: Noro Silk Garden Sock and size 6 needle

$45.00

Magic Loop Toe up with a “Pattern”
Mondays, February 8^th , 22^nd and March 1^st ` 6:00 to 8:00
The second sock syndrome is solved; make them at the same time with a 40” circular needle and now Chauntel is adding a extra twist to this class, she will bring a book of patterns and you will choose one for your sock. This class is limited to 5 knitters.
Skill level: Know all the techniques for knitting socks.
Materials: One 40” circular needle size 2 or 3 depending on your tension, one skein of Alpaca Sox or Misti Alpaca Sock. Pattern Included

$50.00

First Hat
Thursdays, February 18^th and 25^th 5:30 to 7:30
Winter is here and it’s time for hats. Using our pattern you’ll learn the formula to make a hat from any yarn! You will learn to knit in the round and decreasing using double point needles, or forget the double points and learn the magic loop.
Skill Level: Knit and purl
Materials: Favorite yarn with needle size the yarn is calling for in 16” circular and double point needles, or for the Magic Loop 40" circular needle.
Homework: knit a 4” x 4” gauge swatch

$45.00

“Leaf Scarf” from Spud and Chloe
Saturdays, February 27^th and March 6^th 11:00 to 1:00
This is a quick fun scarf for beginner knitters that want to experiment with lace knitting. You’ll be using Kfb, SKP, SK2P & SSK to make this leaf pattern scarf. The yarn from Spud & Chloe will make it a favorite to wear. Pattern: www.spudandchloe.com/blog/wpcontent/uploads/2010/01/leaf-1.pdf
Skill Level: Knit and purl
Materials: Spud and Chloe Outer, 2 skeins or Blue Sky Alpaca Bulky, 2 to 3 skeins, size 15 needles

$45.00

Trunk Show

Blue Sky Alpaca has sent us wonderful things; the Skinny Cardigan, Alpaca Pleated Skirt, Tie Sweater, the Sleaveless Wrap Top and a chicken.




Spud & Chloe came too! We have the Uptown Downtown Coat, Trifecta Scarf and Boy meets Girl hat, but just until the 24th of October so hurry in and get ideas for your holiday knitting.

Fall Class Schedule

Magic Loop Toe up with a “Pattern”
Tuesdays, September 15^th 6:00 to 8:00 September 29^th 5:30 to 8:00
The second sock syndrome is solved; make them at the same time with a 40” circular needle and now Chauntel is adding a extra twist to this class, she will bring a book of patterns and you will choose one for your sock. This class is limited to 4 knitters.
Skill level: Know all the techniques for knitting socks.
Materials: One 40” circular needle size 2 or 3 depending on your tension, one skein of Alpaca Sox or Misti Alpaca Sock.
$50.00

First Sock
Saturdays, September 19^th and 26^th 11:00 to 1:00
Learn what all the excitement is about knitting your own socks! Using Knitting Pure and Simple’s pattern and double point needles, Joanna will teach you the basic sock.
Skill: Know the long tail cast on, knit and purl.
Materials: Pattern, worsted weight yarn and size 6 double point needles.
Homework: Cast on and follow pattern for a total of 5 inches.
$45.00

February Lady Sweater
Tuesday, September 22^nd, October 6^th and 20^th 6:00 to 8:00
"A swingy lace cardigan” This sweater combines three of Elizabeth Zimmermann's favorite things; garter stitch, simple and easy to memorize lace and no seaming! This pattern can be very easily modified. Download pattern from http://www.flintknits.com/blog/?p=151
Skill Level: Intermediate Beginner
Material: O Wool Classic, Lorna’s Laces or Araucania Aysen, Size 8 needles or size to get gauge.
$65.00

Beginning Crochet
Wednesdays, September 23^rd and 30th 5:30 to 7:30
The combination of single, double and the shell stitch makes this adorable beanie an easy first project and great gift.
Materials: Crochet Basics by Vogue Knitting On the Go, one skein of Malabrigo Silky Merino
and size G hook
Skill Level: Excited and eager to learn
$45.00

Felted Clogs
Saturdays, September 26^th and October 3^rd 2:00 to 4:00
Using the Fiber Trends clog pattern Joanna will teach you “short rows”, “picking up stitches” and “ three needle bind off” while making these warm slippers that are great fun on hardwood floors.
Skill: Know how to knit, purl and cast on
Materials: Pattern, 100% wool, size 13 needles in 16 and 24 inches
$45.00

Adult Beginning Knitting
Thursdays, October 1^st, 8^th and 15^th 6:00 to 8:00
Learn how to cast on, knit, purl, yarn-over and bind off while creating a washcloth in this three session class. The class will also cover the importance of gauge, needle size, reading a label and the difference in weights of yarn.
Skill Level: Excited and eager to learn
Materials: Size 8 needles and one skein worsted weight yarn.
$55.00

Beaumont Tam
Tuesdays, October 13^th and 27^th 6:00 to 8:00
This beautiful Fair Isle Tam by Jared Flood of BROOKLYN TWEED fame,is the perfect addition to any winter wardrobe. Personalize this hat for yourself or as a gift for a loved one this holiday season.
Skill: Intermediate/Beginner
Materials: “Made in Brooklyn” book , two skein each of MC & one skein of CC of Blue Sky Alpacas Alpaca, dozen markers, darning needle, size 4 & 7 in 16 inch circular and size 7 DPN’s
Homework: Gauge swatch 7 sts. in colorwork on size 7 needle or size to get gauge. Gauge is very important.
$45.00

Tiramisu Blanket
Wednesday, October 14^th, 21^st November 4^th 6:00 to 7:30
This adorable crochet blanket is a great first project that and can easily be modified for any size Mom would need. The Shell border and ribbon adds a sweet touch.
http://rosylittlethings.typepad.com/TiramisuBlanket.pdf
Skill: Beginner Crochet
Materials: 7 skeins Blue Sky Alpacas’ Cotton or 5 skeins of Cotton Fleece for a lighter weight version. A hook I or J
$ 45.00

Fingerless Gloves
Saturdays, October 17 and 24^th 11:00 to 1:00
These fingerless gloves, made out of super soft alpaca, are perfect for Santa Barbara’s mild fall and winters. They are a fun quick knit with just a hint of lace.
Skill: Intermediate Beginner, familiar with DPN’S
Materials: Pattern, Blue Sky Alpacas Alpaca Sport 1 hank, size 5 DPNs or size to get 6 sts = 1” and stitch markers.
Homework: Work the first 1 ¾” of pattern.
$45.00

Little Girl’s Shrug
Thursdays, October 29^th and November 5^th 6:00 to 8:00
A sweet shrug that has sizing for 18 months up to girls size 10! Perfect for over a top or dress. Simple raglan construction makes this a quick fun knit.
Skill: Intermediate Beginner
Materials: Spud and Chloe Sweater, Size 7 & 5 24” circular and size 5 DPNs or size to obtain gauge (20 sts = 4”) and pattern
$45.00

Rambling Scarf
Tuesdays, November 3^rd and 17^th 6:00 to 8:00
Rambling is the perfect first cable project. There is no rhyme or reason because you are in charge of placing the cable twists whenever you want. No two versions of Rambling will ever be the same. You will also learn how to do cables without a cable needle if you want. Download pattern at:
www.spudandchloe.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2009/08/rambling.pdf
Skill: Know the long tail cast on, knit and purl.
Materials: Spud and Chloe Sweater, size 9 needles or size to get gauge.
Homework: Gauge swatch
$45.00

Blue Sky Alpacas Two Button Hat and Mittens
Saturdays, November 7^th, 14^th and 21^st 11:00 to 1:00
Get ready for the cooler weather and those walks on the beach with this adorable hat & mitten set. The buttons add just the right amount of whimsy!
Skill: Advance Beginner
Materials: Pattern, two skeins of Blue Sky Alpaca’s Hand Dyes, size 9 24” circular needles, size 9 DPN’s and six 1” buttons
$55.00

“Bird in the Hand” Fair Isle Mittens
Tuesdays, November 10^th and 24^th 6:00 to 8:00
These adorable Fair Isles mittens will keep your hands toasty warm during the winter months. See if you can find the sweet little bird!
Skill: Intermediate Beginner, familiar with DPN’S and Fair Isle is helpful.
Materials: Kate Gilbert pattern, O-wool Legacy 1 skein each MC and CC, and size 2 DPN’s
Homework: Gauge swatch
$45.00

Summer Hours

Our store hours for the summer will be changing slightly because unfortunately my doctor hasn't released me for full time work in the store yet. So starting July 1st through August 26th we will be open:
Monday and Tuesday--11:00 to 5:30
Wednesday--Closed
Thursday and Friday--11:00 to 5:30
Saturday--11:00 to 4:00

Our Summer Class Schedule is out now (scroll down) with a lot of one day workshops to get your skills and techniques ready for those favorite projects that are in your queue.

And our most exciting news, we are now a stockist for the new line "Spud & Chloe" from Blue Sky Alpaca's! It's a beautiful super wash yarn in fine, worsted and bulky with it's own pattern support. You can visit Spud & Chloe's at http://www.spudandchloe.com/ and ttp://www.spudandchloe.com/blog/

Have a wonderful summer and remember our comfy couch is here for quality knitting and crocheting.

~ Julie~