ADDI 'CLICKS' INTERCHANGEABLE NEEDLES

Addi Skacel recently launched their new 'Clicks' Interchangeable Needle kits. They have proved to be extremely popular and are flying out the door. We understand that Addi has a huge backorder for the kits and dont know when they will be available again. Dont miss out! While we still have some in stock, come in and pick up a set, or call us and we will happily put one aside with your name on it! The kit comes in a handsome box with 10 pairs of addit Turo needle tips (US size 4 to 15), 3 addi cords (24, 32 and 40" lengths), 1 connector and 1 addi gold pin. Pick up yours today!


Construction Update

Construction has begun on Indian School Road. So far customers have been able to negotiate the narrowing of the road and have not had any trouble coming in to the store. Please allow enough time for traffic backups if you are headed our way. If you are experiencing any issues with traffic - please call us and we will be happy to direct you to the most expedient route.

Thanks for your patience.

Twisted Sister on Sale

Come in and check out Twisted Sister, 'MoJo', 'Daktari' and 'Jazz' - all at 15% off.  Great colors still available.  Look for them in the "living room" area of the store.

NEW FELTED BAG CLASS FOR THE SUMMER

We are happy to announce that two classes have been added to the summer class schedule.

Ruffles to Riches Felted Bag 4 hrs $50

Prerequisite - Intermediate Knitting Skills

Material - list available at store

Join Viki and learn to knit this beautiful felted bag found in "Pursonalities" (available for purchase at the store).  After knitting the bag you will be able to use our washing machine to felt it.  Model on display at the store.

Thursday, June 11, 18       10:30 - 12:30

Saturday, August 22, 29   10:30 - 12:30

Night on the Town Felted Bag 2 hrs $40

Prerequisite - Intermediate Knitting Skills

Material - list available at store

Using Fiber Trends pattern AC-45 (available for purchase at store), Viki will help you create this adorable small felted bag using wool and novelty yarn of your choice.  Viki created a few models that are on display at the store now.

Saturday, May 16   1:00 - 3:00 

Tuesday, July 7      10:30 - 12:30

Sign up for these fun classes now!

NEW YARN

If you've been in to the store lately, you would have noticed the massive amount of boxes in the back room.  We have finally gone through all of it and it is now on the shelf.  All the Universal Classic (acrylic and wool blend) Worsted and  Chunky, Tapestry, Tweed, solids  and LP, plus Deluxe (100% wool) Worsted and  Chunky, Tapestry, Tweed, LP and solids, are now stocked.  If you have been looking for a particular color it should be here.

New to the store is Nature Cotton by Araucania - a smooth, bulky, thick and thin 100% hand dyed cotton.  Available in 17 beautiful colorways.  Also, Catania, a sport weight cotton and, from Mondial - Cotton Soft Special Baby, a fingering weight 100% cotton.  

A big surprise for Filorosa fans.  After we were told that Filorosa was discontinued, Gedefira located a number of bags for us and they are here.  We only have three colors and a very limited amount of this hugely popular yarn.   When they are gone- they are gone!  So hurry in.

Coming Soon

Malibrigo fans rejoice!  CJ ordered this amazing yarn in worsted and lace weight.  As soon as it is in we will let you know.  

STORE MODEL KNITTERS NEEDED

Keeping up with having new models in the store is a time consuming job.  Unfortunately, our staff has more than they can handle right now.  If you are an excellent knitter; have the time and would like to earn some money - come in and see CJ or Mary.  You will want to bring in several samples of your work to demonstrate your ability.  We will supply the pattern and the yarn, you will complete the project in a timely manner.  We will compensate knitters on a per project basis.  For more information email or call us at the store. 

  

Allright...... Knit Happens!

As we all know, life gets in the way and even the best laid plans get side-tracked! That's unfortunately what has happened with our blog the last few weeks. Our name tells you everything..... Knit Happens! Thanks for your continued patience and understanding.


IN THIS BLOG.....


Articles on: Construction plans for Indian School Road, New Store Hours for the summer and upcoming Summer Classes.


NEW SUMMER HOURS


The summer is typically a slow time for yarn stores. Our winter visitors have gone and permanent residents escape the city every chance they get! Even so, yarn addicts need their fix of yarn and we will be here to fill your knitting and crochet needs. Having said that, we are going to be adjusting our hours for the slower summer months. Make a note:

STARTING MAY 4, 2009

CLOSED SUNDAY AND MONDAY

TUESDAY THROUGH SATURDAY

OPEN

10:00 A.M. - 6:00 P.M.

SUMMER CLASS SCHEDULE

Our summer class schedule has been printed and available at the store. You can download the PDF file - look at the sidebar and click on Summer Class Schedule.

We will be offering the usual Beginning Knitting and a new Knitting Refresher for those who have knit in the past and would like to pick it up again. Mary will not be offering her popular Intermediate Class in its usual 4 week format. This summer she has broken the class into several 1 and 2 hour workshops such as Finishing Workshop, Kitchner Stitch, Learn to Knit Cables, Finishing and Fixing Mistakes.

Lace knitting has become very popular again and Mary and CJ are offering two lace classes. Mary attended a workshop with Amy Singer, author of "No Sheep For You", and learned how to do the Tuscany Shawl that is featured in the book. This is a terrific shawl for both the new lace knitter and anyone allergic to wool as it is made with silk, cotton or a blend. The shawl is on display at the store.

CJ will be teaching the Undulating Waves Scarf. Again, this lace class will be aimed at the new lace knitter and features a very simple lace repeat. You will learn how to read a basic chart and use yarn overs and knit two togethers to create this lovely pattern. The scarf is on display at the store.

Sock knitters will be able to learn how to knit socks on two circular needles or take a class on how to knit a baby sock in 4 hours using double pointed needles - or, do both!

Chris will offer two classes this summer. The first one is making knitted or crocheted jewlery chains and the other is crocheting a shopping bag out of left over recycled bags. Both classes will be fun and informative.

Claudette will over her popular Beginning Crochet class again and this summer will be teaching you how to crochet a cute poncho.

Finally, every Friday afternoon, Mary, CJ and Kathy will be available during Friday Afternoon Drop In. New this summer we are offering a drop in session where you will be able to sit and knit, meet new friends and get problems resolved. Be sure to join us.

Indian School Road Construction

Beginning roughly April 20, Indian School Road, West of Hayden to Drinkwater Blvd. will be under construction. The City will be beginning with the North side of the street closing two lanes and diverting all traffic to the two lanes on our side of the street. Later that process will reverse. You will still have access to the store from Indian School Road or 78th street (the street immediately to the East of the store). If you turn south on 78th street take the first left into the laneway behind the store. The covered parking lot to the west of the store can be accessed from the laneway. Parking will still be available in our lot, along 78th street and the access road in front of the store (as long as construction allows).

We apologize for the inconvenience this construction will cause our customers and hope that it will not result in a decision not to visit the store. We will do our best to keep you updated via the blog and will have business access and store signs posted in as many locations as possible to make your access as painless as possible. Thank you for understanding and for your continued support.

CHANNEL 3 TV NEWS HERE TUESDAY!

Tune in to Channel 3 Tuesday, February 19 to watch Knit Happens being featured on Brad Perry's live report from 6:30 - 8:30 a.m. Brad will be joining us to learn how to knit and find out more about the store. If anyone wants to drop in for a few minutes to join in on the festivities you are more than welcome.

Debbie Bliss Spring/Summer 2009 Magazine Here!

The first Debbie Bliss magazine sold out faster than you could say "Debbie Bliss"! Dont miss out on the second issue! Now available at Knit Happens.