It has been an amazing summer hasn't it??... with temperatures languishing in the 30s on most given days. All that heat just makes it much easier to sit quietly in a cool spot and knit away the hours.
Our FALL EVENTS schedule is now printed with lots of fun things going on in the month of September.
Please have a look at the list and feel free to call or message the shop for further info-
Aug. 31st- FALL KAL starts in store @ 1 to 3 pm. We are taking a dip into the exciting world of fairisle knitting with SIPILA, a top down pullover knit with just two colours in fingering weight yarn. This very popular design has been knit by thousands around the world and offers short or full length sleeve options. Join in the fun every Friday @ 1 to 3 pm or follow along on our EVENTS page on Facebook through the month of September and October as we knit our way through this gorgeous pattern.
Sept. 1st- BACK TO SWEATERS TENT SALE @ 10 to 3 pm. Our once a year 50% off knitwear sample SALE is getting even BIGGER with deals on added store merchandise. Stock up on knitwear for Christmas gifts.
Sept. 3rd- FINAL DAY OF COTTAGE COUNTRY YARN CRAWL. All good things must come to an end and this road trip has been a summer blast! Check in at http://www.cottagecountryyarncrawl.blogspot.ca after Sept.3rd to see if you are one of the lucky winners! All EIGHT CLUES for the MYSTERY COWL will be posted on Ravelry later this month.
Sept. 8th- BLING YOUR BAG WORKSHOP @ 11 to 1 pm. We are going BAG FREE as of Sept. 1st and this creative workshop will give you the opportunity to personalize your own cotton tote bag through applique techniques. All materials are supplies. Fee: $20.00. Call the shop to register.
Sept 14th to 16th- BRACEBRIDGE FALL FAIR is on at the fairgrounds and its a great time to round up your favorite knitted pieces to enter into the juried exhibits. You may just win a shiny ribbon or gift certificate! Or take a stroll through the buildings to admire the handiwork of others in your community. For further info- https://www.bracebridgefair.com
Sept. 22nd- LIZZIE-ANNE YARNS TRUNK SHOW @ 10 to 3 pm. This mother/daughter dye team hail from rural Ontario and are the creators behind the Gilmore Girls Yarn Club. Drop in to see their luxurious collection of OOAK speckles and semi solids in merino, silk, cashmere and kid mohair blends. ONE day only.
Sept 29th- 3DOGKNITS TRUNK SHOW @ 10 to 3 pm. If you are a knitter or spinner you won't want to miss this trunk show. Stop in and squish all the pretty hand dyed yarns and rovings created by Jane, a local dyer and spinner. Tell all your spinner friends too!.... Jane's rovings are to dye for. ONE day only.
OCTOBER 12 to13th- WOODSTOCK FLEECE FESTIVAL BUS TOUR. Join us on this exciting two-day excursion to Woodstock, Ontario for the 10th anniversary of this fun-filled fibre festival. Wander through the grounds and enjoy the hands on demos and more than 70 vendors. Pre-register early to reserve your spot in one of the morning or afternoon workshops @ https://www.fleecefestival.com/. Book your excursion at 705-645-2583 or https://www.muskokatravelservice.ca/
THURSDAY KNIT CLINIC @ 1 to 3 pm. Pre-book your seat for this weekly clinic which provides full one-on-one instruction for all your knitting projects. Fee: $18.00.
FRIDAY FINISHERS @ 1 to 3 pm. take a timeout from your daily routine and join our drop in sit n knit group. We provide encouragement, inspiration, tea, coffee and a few laughs. This is non-instructional and no fee is required.
Until next time... Happy Knitting!
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