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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Saturday, August 18, 2018
Monday, May 28, 2018
JAMMIN' JUNE
Summertime is sweating its way onto the horizon, ... one drip at a time. The days are getting longer and that means more sunshine and quality knitting time spent outdoors. We are packing a lot of fun events and workshops into Jammin' June, so hold onto your knitting needles and come along for the ride......
JUNE 2nd- WEAVING WORKSHOP @ 11:30 to 3:30
This introductory workshop will have you digging through your yarn stash for interesting textures and colours to add to your first woven masterpiece. Learn the basics of tapestry weaving and create a ONE OF A KIND wall hanging on your very own Made in Muskoka wooden frame.
All supplies are included.
Call or drop in to register in advance.
JUNE 9th- COTTAGE COUNTRY YARN CRAWL KICK OFF
This is the inaugural year featuring a 'group of eight' unique yarn shops scattered throughout Muskoka, Haliburton, Kawartha Lakes and Peterborough. The kick off event takes place at the Kawartha Yarn & Fibre Festival on June 9th featuring over seventy vendors and a variety of hands on workshops. Pick up your passport at the main door and enter to win the SPECIAL festival prize draw! See all the crawl details and/or print off your passport here and plan out your summer road trip route with friends and family. Get your passport stamped at each store along the way and pick up your FREE limited edition crawl button and CLUE to knit our mystery cowl. A fully stamped passport gets you entry into the GRAND PRIZE draw and a partially stamped passport gets you entry into one of three RUNNER UP PRIZE draws!
JUNE 13th- KNITTING WITH HAND PAINT YARNS @ 1 to 5 pm
Learn the science of knitting with hand dyed yarns in this workshop format class with Kitty Bryan, a true knitting engineer. Students will analyze a broad range of hand painted skeins, successful projects and failed ones in order to identify stitches and patterns most suited towards the unique characteristics of the yarn. Please bring one or two favorite hand painted yarns for dissecting.
Call or drop in to register in advance.
Fee: 45.00
JUNE 23rd- DYE YOUR FADE WORKSHOP @ 10 to 3 pm
Deborah from Yarn Indulgences will be teaching the popular 'fade' dye technique in this fun-filled hands on workshop. Create your own ONE OF A KIND palette using an assortment of mini skeins in a luxurious merino/cashmere/nylon fingering weight base. All supplies included. Bring a packed lunch or step outside into the sunshine and enjoy the menu at Sully's Gourmet Food Truck.
Call or drop in to register in advance.
JUNE 23rd- YARN INDULGENCES TRUNK SHOW @ 10 to 3 pm
For the first time, Yarn Indulgences Trunk Show is coming to MUSKOKA. Drop in to see the beautiful hand dyed artistry created by Deborah in fingering, dk, and worsted weight bases.
KNIT CLINIC THURSDAYS @ 1 to 3 pm
In this weekly class, knitters work on their chosen projects with one on one instruction provided by an instructor. Learn how to correct mistakes, read patterns, adjust sizing, pick up stitches, and much more...
Fee: 15.00
Call or drop in to book a seat in advance.
FINISHING FRIDAYS- every Friday @ 1 to 3 pm
Join our drop in social knitting/crocheting group where we provide inspiration and encouragement *plus tea & coffee. become apart of our community. At the end of every month we include a draw for those with proof of finished WIPS.
*Please note this is a non-instructional time.
JUNE 2nd- WEAVING WORKSHOP @ 11:30 to 3:30
This introductory workshop will have you digging through your yarn stash for interesting textures and colours to add to your first woven masterpiece. Learn the basics of tapestry weaving and create a ONE OF A KIND wall hanging on your very own Made in Muskoka wooden frame.
All supplies are included.
Call or drop in to register in advance.
JUNE 9th- COTTAGE COUNTRY YARN CRAWL KICK OFF
This is the inaugural year featuring a 'group of eight' unique yarn shops scattered throughout Muskoka, Haliburton, Kawartha Lakes and Peterborough. The kick off event takes place at the Kawartha Yarn & Fibre Festival on June 9th featuring over seventy vendors and a variety of hands on workshops. Pick up your passport at the main door and enter to win the SPECIAL festival prize draw! See all the crawl details and/or print off your passport here and plan out your summer road trip route with friends and family. Get your passport stamped at each store along the way and pick up your FREE limited edition crawl button and CLUE to knit our mystery cowl. A fully stamped passport gets you entry into the GRAND PRIZE draw and a partially stamped passport gets you entry into one of three RUNNER UP PRIZE draws!
JUNE 13th- KNITTING WITH HAND PAINT YARNS @ 1 to 5 pm
Learn the science of knitting with hand dyed yarns in this workshop format class with Kitty Bryan, a true knitting engineer. Students will analyze a broad range of hand painted skeins, successful projects and failed ones in order to identify stitches and patterns most suited towards the unique characteristics of the yarn. Please bring one or two favorite hand painted yarns for dissecting.
Call or drop in to register in advance.
Fee: 45.00
JUNE 23rd- DYE YOUR FADE WORKSHOP @ 10 to 3 pm
Deborah from Yarn Indulgences will be teaching the popular 'fade' dye technique in this fun-filled hands on workshop. Create your own ONE OF A KIND palette using an assortment of mini skeins in a luxurious merino/cashmere/nylon fingering weight base. All supplies included. Bring a packed lunch or step outside into the sunshine and enjoy the menu at Sully's Gourmet Food Truck.
Call or drop in to register in advance.
JUNE 23rd- YARN INDULGENCES TRUNK SHOW @ 10 to 3 pm
For the first time, Yarn Indulgences Trunk Show is coming to MUSKOKA. Drop in to see the beautiful hand dyed artistry created by Deborah in fingering, dk, and worsted weight bases.
KNIT CLINIC THURSDAYS @ 1 to 3 pm
In this weekly class, knitters work on their chosen projects with one on one instruction provided by an instructor. Learn how to correct mistakes, read patterns, adjust sizing, pick up stitches, and much more...
Fee: 15.00
Call or drop in to book a seat in advance.
FINISHING FRIDAYS- every Friday @ 1 to 3 pm
Join our drop in social knitting/crocheting group where we provide inspiration and encouragement *plus tea & coffee. become apart of our community. At the end of every month we include a draw for those with proof of finished WIPS.
*Please note this is a non-instructional time.
Wednesday, April 4, 2018
AWESOME APRIL
Yay! Its April... the month that transitions us from a wintry white landscape to a somewhat greener terrain. We have a lot packed into these thirty days and hopefully the fun activities will get you through to the sunny days of May.
Lets start with the first item on the agenda-
Each month at Muskoka Yarn Connection, we try to feature a 'Muskoka Maker'... someone who creates an outstanding product or service, and is passionate about working with their hands. Its our way of supporting local business and sharing what we love most about our community.
This month we are featuring Muskoka Soap Box, a home-based business owned and operated by Colleen Nisbet, " I make soap with quality, natural ingredients that uses colour, design, fragrance and botanical elements to create functional art that not only looks beautiful in your soap dish but makes a silky, soft lather that you won’t be able to resist."
Colleen will be here on Friday April 6th from 1 to 3 pm with a SPRING sampling of her scent-sational soap collection. Her soaps are lovingly-crafted from botanical ingredients and truly look good enough to eat! Drop by and meet Colleen and learn a bit more about the soapmaking process!
If you are looking to branch out from knitting and get hooked on crochet ... we have a really FUN Crochet Basket Workshop happening on Saturday April 14th from 1 to 3 pm. Ideal for beginners and those who want to refresh their crochet skill set, this project is worked in the round (no seams!) in a squishy-soft cotton rope yarn that feels as soft and stretchy as your favorite T shirt. Its machine washable and comes in two sizes, LITTLE BERTHA and BIG BERTHA. We have more than SIX fashionable shades to choose from including Aqua and Woodberry (shown below). This exclusive pattern is included FREE with your workshop fee.
Please contact the shop to sign up.
On Saturday April 21st, we will be celebrating LYS Day. Its an inaugural event designed to support your Local Yarn Store and offer knitters, crocheters, and fibre enthusiasts an opportunity to come together and share in a close-knit community.
We have a fun-filled day planned with a MAKE n TAKE WORKSHOP, plus a 20% discount on yarns, and a preview of OUR newest samples, yarns and accessories for SPRING. Bring a friend or bring a WIP and join in our knitting social.
Lets start with the first item on the agenda-
Each month at Muskoka Yarn Connection, we try to feature a 'Muskoka Maker'... someone who creates an outstanding product or service, and is passionate about working with their hands. Its our way of supporting local business and sharing what we love most about our community.
This month we are featuring Muskoka Soap Box, a home-based business owned and operated by Colleen Nisbet, " I make soap with quality, natural ingredients that uses colour, design, fragrance and botanical elements to create functional art that not only looks beautiful in your soap dish but makes a silky, soft lather that you won’t be able to resist."
Colleen will be here on Friday April 6th from 1 to 3 pm with a SPRING sampling of her scent-sational soap collection. Her soaps are lovingly-crafted from botanical ingredients and truly look good enough to eat! Drop by and meet Colleen and learn a bit more about the soapmaking process!
If you are looking to branch out from knitting and get hooked on crochet ... we have a really FUN Crochet Basket Workshop happening on Saturday April 14th from 1 to 3 pm. Ideal for beginners and those who want to refresh their crochet skill set, this project is worked in the round (no seams!) in a squishy-soft cotton rope yarn that feels as soft and stretchy as your favorite T shirt. Its machine washable and comes in two sizes, LITTLE BERTHA and BIG BERTHA. We have more than SIX fashionable shades to choose from including Aqua and Woodberry (shown below). This exclusive pattern is included FREE with your workshop fee.
Please contact the shop to sign up.
On Saturday April 21st, we will be celebrating LYS Day. Its an inaugural event designed to support your Local Yarn Store and offer knitters, crocheters, and fibre enthusiasts an opportunity to come together and share in a close-knit community.
We have a fun-filled day planned with a MAKE n TAKE WORKSHOP, plus a 20% discount on yarns, and a preview of OUR newest samples, yarns and accessories for SPRING. Bring a friend or bring a WIP and join in our knitting social.
BE inspired ....
BE creative ....
BE social ....
Friday, August 25, 2017
SEPTEMBER EVENTS
As the lazy days of summer sift through our fingers, we are looking ahead to the crisp cool days of September and are busy planning a few fun events.
Yes, it happens every year just before the kids go back to school! Huge savings 50% or more on our discontinued store samples, cowls, scarves, sweaters ........ a great opportunity to stash away a few of these goodies for Christmas gifts!
BACK TO SWEATERS SALE
Saturday September 2nd from 10 am to 3 pm
Saturday September 2nd from 10 am to 3 pm
Yes, it happens every year just before the kids go back to school! Huge savings 50% or more on our discontinued store samples, cowls, scarves, sweaters ........ a great opportunity to stash away a few of these goodies for Christmas gifts!
YARN INDULGENCES POP UP TRUNK SHOW
Saturday September 23rd from 10 am to 3 pm
Saturday September 23rd from 10 am to 3 pm
Meet the maker of our summer stunner, 'MUSKOKA MAGIC' and many other fabulous indie-dyed colourways! Deborah from Yarn Indulgences is coming to Muskoka for the first time with her trunk load of gorgeous yarns! 'Always Unique, and Often One of a Kind Yarns'
LADY MUSKOKA KNITTING CRUISE
Friday September 29th from 12 noon to 2:45 pm
Join us for a fun-filled sightseeing/knitting cruise along the Muskoka River and through Millionaire's Row on Lake Muskoka. Pack your WIP and hop onboard to enjoy the stunning scenery and narrated tour with our **special guest** Get ready for the first live viewing of our shawlarama with a parade of colour from the recently completed Summer Road Trip MKAL.
Pls msg or call the shop for further details or to book your ticket.
Tuesday, May 2, 2017
MAY FLOWERS AND KNITTING
We are into a brand new month of knitting and that means NEW yarns are arriving weekly! Pop in to the store and ask Barb, Sandy or Michele to show you the latest arrivals for SPRING.
Here are our MAY events-
This week we are teaming up with our neighbors, MANNA FOOD BANK to help bring good food to our community-
We have added a few new designs to RAVELRY here including the very popular
K R I ST A ~ T U N I C which knits up quickly in a soft cotton ribbon yarn. Kits are available in store or mail order.
Here are our MAY events-
This week we are teaming up with our neighbors, MANNA FOOD BANK to help bring good food to our community-
Are you a basic sock knitter looking to improve your skills? Why not take your socks to the next level and learn to knit from the toe up on circular needles with an afterthought heel. The best part of all ..... its TWO AT A TIME! Join us for this two session workshop on May 13th and 27th. Sign up early as space is limited.
K R I ST A ~ T U N I C which knits up quickly in a soft cotton ribbon yarn. Kits are available in store or mail order.
Monday, November 21, 2016
WINTER EVENTS
Well, well...its the first blast of winter this week and for knitters that is just an invitation to get cosy indoors with lots of wonderful knitting projects on the go. If you haven't had a chance to drop in for awhile this is as good a time as any to get you all caught up on our upcoming events.
SATURDAY NOVEMBER 26th
10 to 3 pm
Annika from Dragon Strings, an indie dyer located in Victoria Harbour will be here with a pop up trunk show! Come see her wonderful hand dyed gradient yarn cakes as well as her latest projects on display.
SATURDAY DECEMBER 3rd
10 to 3 pm
Stop in for a bit of festive cheer during our annual CHRISTMAS OPEN HOUSE. We will have knitting demos during the day, sweet treats, candy cane discounts and much more....
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