tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-26804787362128826612011-11-06T20:44:58.033-06:00an informal way for us to communicate with youTraciehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09028329365348667797noreply@blogger.comBlogger2521100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2680478736212882661.post-6833633559248622772011-06-08T08:19:00.000-05:002011-06-08T08:19:27.639-05:00

Tracie is hosting a gathering at her house anytime after 6:30 this Thursday (June 9) evening.  We will be hanging out and working on our project together - join us! email her at    tracie @ amsden . net    if you need directions to her house

Traciehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09028329365348667797noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2680478736212882661.post-1089122003759044412011-05-06T07:24:00.002-05:002011-05-06T07:27:16.256-05:00

Don't miss the final two days at The Tangled Skein!!!75% off all yarn, needles, books, and patterns.Friday and Saturday only.Special deals on back issues of Interweave, Vogue, Knitscene, KnitSimple Magazines.

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Anyone willing and able to join me at River Rock tonight around 7 to knit a few rows?

Traciehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09028329365348667797noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2680478736212882661.post-28948330514080815432011-04-26T17:49:00.000-05:002011-04-26T17:49:10.640-05:00

Anyone that is able - a couple of us are knitting at River Rock tonight at 7:00 pm

Traciehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09028329365348667797noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2680478736212882661.post-62457118247313908722011-04-26T06:54:00.000-05:002011-04-26T08:54:29.217-05:00

Gorgeous!Here's the article on how to make it yourself

Traciehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09028329365348667797noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2680478736212882661.post-14857971641584613862011-04-25T06:43:00.001-05:002011-04-25T15:44:44.790-05:00

HOTTEA leads a local trend toward "nondestructive" street art.read article here So do you think they will put a limit on yarn now like there is on spray paint?

Traciehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09028329365348667797noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2680478736212882661.post-2231934629386859842011-04-09T08:09:00.002-05:002011-04-09T08:17:19.886-05:00

The Tangled Skein will be closing on May 7. It was a very difficult decision, but we decided that although we still love knitting with everyone, we can do that without the crazy schedules. Don't fret. We will get together and we can keep up through the blog, facebook, Ravelry, etc. Come in and celebrate with us over the next few weeks. Lori, Sally, and Sarah

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Lorihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07639380585071397594noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2680478736212882661.post-8822667420453380842011-04-07T06:39:00.000-05:002011-04-07T08:39:50.068-05:00

I am on several email lists so there have been some really odd things that have passed through my inbox....   this one I just had to share. From Time:    "To help it survive — and thrive — in Britain's shrinking textile industry, Hainsworth, a 225-year-old, family-run wool mill in West Yorkshire, England, has developed niche uses for wool. Its product range includes the uniforms worn by the

Traciehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09028329365348667797noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2680478736212882661.post-36513712718648063582011-04-01T11:33:00.001-05:002011-04-01T11:33:41.437-05:00

The Spring Twist Collective has just been released. If you hurry, you can get yarn for these beauties at 30% off at the shop - all animal fibers are on sale until this Sunday, April 3rd!

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My email today contained a great blanket made by Carrie Fritsche!   She made this for her sister's birthday and created the chart herself.  What a very lucky sister! - more photos on flikr here   - ravelry details with a free pattern here

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Hi ladies! I bought the yarn and pattern for this outfit at the Tangled Skein while I was home in St. Peter for the summer.  Back in NJ, I ran out of yarn for the hat, so I added the extra stripes. (It's just supposed to be green.) I'm hoping to use the pants for "longies" when I start cloth diapering. Thanks for selling great yarn! This is the first project I've done from a pattern. Lucia is

Traciehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09028329365348667797noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2680478736212882661.post-67217874025578714812011-02-16T16:41:00.002-06:002011-02-16T16:47:04.670-06:00

We had great fun on Friday wishing Nadine well, but many of us were teary eyed as well. She left on the 15th for Washington state with good memories and a full stash, thanks to friends and co-workers.Good Luck Nadine!!!

Lorihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07639380585071397594noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2680478736212882661.post-27937898076301787842011-02-02T06:30:00.000-06:002011-02-02T08:32:57.715-06:00

This website gives new meaning to knitting and technology!

Traciehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09028329365348667797noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2680478736212882661.post-18938691853550344692011-01-19T06:27:00.000-06:002011-01-19T08:27:56.120-06:00

I'm not sure I could cut into this gorgeous birthday cake!   See more pictures here

Traciehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09028329365348667797noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2680478736212882661.post-23186706469419031522011-01-09T16:15:00.001-06:002011-01-09T16:16:18.559-06:00

My attempt to create Gustie mittens is officially a success... and she likes them! Of course now I'm officially nervous that needle felting could be just as addicting as knitting!Cascade 220 rocks - details here:  http://ravel.me/tamsden/ffm

Traciehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09028329365348667797noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2680478736212882661.post-24142756606088539322011-01-06T06:00:00.000-06:002011-01-06T10:02:06.468-06:00

OLEK AND THE CHARGING BULL ON WALL STREET from olek on Vimeo. Holy "cow" ;-)

Traciehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09028329365348667797noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2680478736212882661.post-11186604090012560312011-01-05T06:41:00.000-06:002011-01-05T08:41:42.060-06:00

These fiber related jokes showed up in my inbox today and I couldn't resist sharing (I hate to groan alone!) Why did the hog farmer give up knitting? Answer: He didn't want to cast his purls before his swine! What did the knitter use to make a suit of armor?Answer:  She used steel wool!   What did Puff Daddy say when 50 Cent gave him a hand knit scarf for Christmas?Answer: " Gee, you knit?!

Traciehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09028329365348667797noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2680478736212882661.post-47781562630094054172011-01-03T06:37:00.001-06:002011-01-03T08:42:37.835-06:00

Bev Galeskas, founder and owner of Fiber Trends passed away on December 29th after a valiant fight against cancer.  She is survived by her husband and son. She not only created patterns for Fiber Trends but also had designs published in other books and some books of her own.  The fiber community has truly lost a talented member! I have knit so many of her designs that I feel like she was a

Traciehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09028329365348667797noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2680478736212882661.post-35416472909357803512010-12-29T10:09:00.000-06:002010-12-29T10:09:13.931-06:00

Our new class list is on our website NOW!!!!! www.thetangledskein.com mittens, shawls, slippers, sweaters, hats, socks, and felted bags We have something for everyone!!!! Call or stop in soon to register. The Tangled Skein 217 W Park Row St. Peter, Mn 56082 507.934.2433  

Traciehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09028329365348667797noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2680478736212882661.post-22500386960294465042010-12-21T09:37:00.002-06:002010-12-21T09:39:18.410-06:00

I'm hoping that the fact that I was making a snowman hat had NOTHING to do with our getting all those inches of snow again!   This was a quick and easy hat that turned out adorable.  I can't wait to see it on the little 1 year old girls head  :-) Berroco Vintage yarn with some scraps of Cascade 220 for the carrot nose Details here

Traciehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09028329365348667797noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2680478736212882661.post-39827755240832295002010-12-13T06:41:00.000-06:002010-12-13T11:41:41.002-06:00

There will be no Ravelers Knit Night tonight - please stop in and hang out with us on January 10th from 7-9pm.Happy Holidays!

Traciehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09028329365348667797noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2680478736212882661.post-72192203356427860802010-12-06T10:02:00.000-06:002010-12-06T10:02:09.904-06:00

                  

Traciehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09028329365348667797noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2680478736212882661.post-16607489477238243832010-11-27T17:56:00.004-06:002010-12-06T09:59:04.679-06:00

Mini-Mochi and Mochi Plus have arrived at the shop. Hurry it is going fast. Check out Crystal Palace's website for free patterns.

Lorihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07639380585071397594noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2680478736212882661.post-88314894063183849032010-11-25T15:02:00.000-06:002010-11-28T15:04:02.638-06:00

A Jive Turkey hat for my favorite grand-nephew!

Traciehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09028329365348667797noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2680478736212882661.post-70464970359160192942010-11-13T18:29:00.001-06:002010-11-13T18:30:50.090-06:00

I made this Hoot hat for my grand-nephew Logan's first birthday.  The best part was he opened it in one of his first gifts and then wore it the rest of the afternoon!  LOVE his reaction to my hand knits - definitely worthy of more hand knit objects!    This is a fantastic (and quick) pattern and yarn from Spud and Chloe... and it's all easy care washable for my niece!  Glad to see there's a

Traciehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09028329365348667797noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2680478736212882661.post-30334504406048273942010-11-12T11:48:00.000-06:002010-11-12T11:48:50.598-06:00

This wreath really intrigues me - click here for the tutorial on creating one for yourself... or your favorite yarn shop!

Traciehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09028329365348667797noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2680478736212882661.post-87488201441583962362010-11-10T06:45:00.000-06:002010-11-10T08:45:52.523-06:00

This came in my email today and I love it - They made their very own Ball Winder very creative!

Traciehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09028329365348667797noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2680478736212882661.post-57416169969230262322010-11-06T13:26:00.000-05:002010-11-06T13:26:01.414-05:00

E. Coli and Sons (Meat Market) The Rusty Junker (Body Shop) Rancid Butter (Dairy Store) The Dead Goldfish (Pet Store) The Cracked Windsheild (Auto Glass) The Fake Collectables (Antiques) The Infected Paw (Veterinary Clinic) The Drunken Bum (Fine Liquors) Tornado Alley (Mobile Home Court) The Crashed Hard Drive (Computer Solutions) The Shaky Scaffold (Construction Supplies) The Swollen Ankle (

Traciehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09028329365348667797noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2680478736212882661.post-9715504493536351002010-11-04T07:45:00.000-05:002010-11-04T09:48:26.662-05:00

We will be gathering to knit together on Monday, November 8th from 7 to 9 pm at the Locust Street B & B (NW corner of Locust Street and Minnesota Avenue) I will be there working on try number FOUR of my desire to knit mittens for a college freshman in my life. Attempt one I had the colors reversed and didn't like it so ripped and started over, attempt two I had the gauge all wrong and it was

Traciehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09028329365348667797noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2680478736212882661.post-36323990717249958802010-11-01T10:25:00.002-05:002010-11-01T10:29:01.272-05:00

In our beginning knitting class you will not just learn the basics of knitting! This class meets 4 times and covers the basics; Casting On, the Knit Stitch, the Purl Stitch, Increasing, Decreasing, and Casting Off. You will also learn to read a pattern and will complete a hat during this class. This means you will be learning to knit in the round on circular needles, and finishing on

Traciehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09028329365348667797noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2680478736212882661.post-15566041092342722522010-10-26T07:37:00.000-05:002010-10-26T08:39:03.546-05:00

I started this mitten last night from the great Cascade 220 60 Quick Knits book I got down at Tangled Skein.... I am absolutely loving it!  The colors were selected by a young woman in my life and I'm really pleased with how they are coming together.  They are so vibrant and will really help bring some warmth to her winter.  (please forgive the fuzzy cell phone photo) 60 Quick Knits : 

Traciehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09028329365348667797noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2680478736212882661.post-37474395181621188512010-10-18T18:01:00.003-05:002010-10-18T18:04:27.233-05:00

I am checking out the possibility of bringing Jared Flood's new yarn into the shop. Wish me luck!!!

Lorihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07639380585071397594noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2680478736212882661.post-10473839135961387892010-10-18T07:40:00.000-05:002010-10-18T09:44:32.868-05:00

Youngest son's hockey has been severely cutting into my "Tangled Skein" time lately and I am really feeling it!  I just received an email today that the Interweave Knits Holiday Gifts magazine is coming soon so I have a great excuse to stop in soon!  Look at the preview of some of the patterns... you'll probably add quite a few to your gift giving list like I did.

Traciehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09028329365348667797noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2680478736212882661.post-24146832422882071672010-10-04T15:18:00.003-05:002010-10-04T15:21:25.995-05:00

Bonnie's owl has vanished (kidnapped) from the shop. Where is he?? Is he safe?See for yourself and follow his adventures on facebook, just become a fan of The Tangled Skein.

Lorihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07639380585071397594noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2680478736212882661.post-83591327887402107022010-09-29T10:35:00.000-05:002010-09-29T10:35:17.791-05:00

Hello, fair Knitty readers! We're excited to present to you our 8th anniversary issue: Deep Fall 2010. Deep Fall is about true fall knitting, when the chill is in the air and there's no escaping the cold weather to come. You'll find it at http://knitty.com  (and if that's bringing up the old issue, try http://knitty.com/ISSUEdf10) One important note: we're very aware that our servers buckle

Traciehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09028329365348667797noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2680478736212882661.post-6331111261930583062010-09-23T21:02:00.002-05:002010-09-23T21:05:58.633-05:00

Check out Bonnie's owl. I have got to make a couple of those.Sara wants him to migrate to Copenhagen.I think he need to stay at the shop.I guess Bonnie gets to make the call on that one.

Lorihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07639380585071397594noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2680478736212882661.post-53598439389780967782010-09-19T10:45:00.002-05:002010-09-19T10:52:04.634-05:00

Sara just sent this pic of her new Camp Hoodie in Spud and Chloe Sweater. How cute is that???We miss having her here, but we love getting word that in all of her travels she still loves The Tangled Skein. (of course her mom works here)

Lorihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07639380585071397594noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2680478736212882661.post-27131289082930363652010-09-08T15:38:00.001-05:002010-09-08T15:41:27.927-05:00

Did you see this cartoon on Knitting Daily??? So funny. Time to start those projects ladies!!!

Lorihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07639380585071397594noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2680478736212882661.post-39785289583115854882010-09-07T12:02:00.000-05:002010-09-07T12:02:28.725-05:00

Traciehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09028329365348667797noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2680478736212882661.post-78141098211438519052010-09-07T12:01:00.000-05:002010-09-07T12:01:14.880-05:00

Traciehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09028329365348667797noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2680478736212882661.post-51601779478150109242010-08-28T18:17:00.003-05:002010-08-28T18:23:09.633-05:00

We now have patterns for KuKu Dolls. We have just brought these in and haven't even knit them up yet, but we have plenty of Cascade 220 just waiting to be transformed into these adorable friends. We have patterns for Zoe, Jacky, Dorothy, Maria, and Sam. Check out all of the KuKu doll patterns at http://www.thedolly-mamas.com

Lorihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07639380585071397594noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2680478736212882661.post-8919234430285062582010-08-27T08:19:00.002-05:002010-08-27T08:22:27.845-05:00

Check out this video showing one of our new Berroco yarns. We think it's going to be a top seller.http://www.berroco.com/slideshows/303/index.html

Lorihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07639380585071397594noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2680478736212882661.post-42589422966165296132010-08-14T19:47:00.004-05:002010-08-14T19:51:03.230-05:00

More Noni patterns and bag handles are on the way. Nora Bellows was happy that our customers are loving the Cinch bag. I also ordered zippers for the Nomad bag as well. The two patterns shown are new and the frames for the Confection bags will be coming too.

Lorihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07639380585071397594noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2680478736212882661.post-59809355075225699052010-08-14T10:48:00.000-05:002010-08-14T10:48:28.308-05:00

Tired of making zuccini bread? Try this instead:

Traciehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09028329365348667797noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2680478736212882661.post-18990877357719855192010-08-13T10:18:00.001-05:002010-08-13T10:19:06.846-05:00

Sally dropped some stitches while 'frogging in the boat', of course, she had no extra needles or knitting tools, so she just had to use what was on hand! I think that's a great use of a bobber! Sally's working on the Chic Knits Ribbi Pulli in a gorgeous color.  It looks great in that setting!

Traciehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09028329365348667797noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2680478736212882661.post-45509383266585913012010-08-11T10:40:00.009-05:002010-08-11T10:45:08.310-05:00

Thursday - Sunday, August 12-15 Summer hours are still in effect, check our website for details. Cotton, linen, and other summer yarns 20% OFF Discontinued Yarns 25% OFF Select Pattern Books 25% OFF Sign up for door prizes. You can sign up once each day of the sale. Join us on Facebook and Ravelry too!!!

Traciehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09028329365348667797noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2680478736212882661.post-83435452551700674452010-08-10T11:48:00.003-05:002010-08-11T11:53:35.333-05:00

Here's some shots I took last week the shop.  So much creativity and inspiration!

Traciehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09028329365348667797noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2680478736212882661.post-21697240399673495442010-08-09T18:48:00.000-05:002010-08-09T18:48:54.251-05:00

Elizabeth Zimmerman was born 100 years ago on this day. She influenced so many people, not only in her day but still today.  Here are some of her designs on Ravelry I'm going to spend the evening (in the air conditioning) playing with some wool in her honor!

Traciehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09028329365348667797noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2680478736212882661.post-7903294510725347822010-08-05T14:58:00.004-05:002010-08-05T15:04:53.869-05:00

Hey everyone. We just got a shipment from Knitting Fever. This includes new colors in Noro Kureyon and Silk Garden, as well as new colors of Debbie Bliss Cashmerino.We are experimenting with a new yarn from Araucania.PanguapulliI'm not sure I can pronounce it, but it has beautiful twisted colorways, you must see it to appreciate it.

Lorihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07639380585071397594noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2680478736212882661.post-80544426362724650292010-08-05T07:01:00.000-05:002010-08-05T10:02:21.487-05:00

The Fall 2010 Twist Collective is now up - yum!

Traciehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09028329365348667797noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2680478736212882661.post-88204181813299277622010-07-31T19:58:00.003-05:002010-07-31T20:03:09.290-05:00

Check out the butterfly rings from Spud and Chloe Sweater and Fine.How fun!!! I might have to knit one up tonite.Pattern is on their blog.http://www.spudandchloe.com/

Lorihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07639380585071397594noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2680478736212882661.post-13744549659433554452010-07-29T10:28:00.003-05:002010-08-02T10:05:47.688-05:00

Our last Knit Nights in July is tonight.  I'll be on a plane somewhere between Idaho and MN while everyone is partaking of the treats so someone please take an extra bite for me! Here is what I am working on during the plane ride so I can feel like I am knitting with you... it is the Gwnedd Hat from the new KnitScene magazine we just received in at the shop.  This may be one of those patterns I

Traciehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09028329365348667797noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2680478736212882661.post-38731746193291128132010-07-26T16:02:00.003-05:002010-07-27T22:12:12.997-05:00

Check out our new display of "must haves" for blocking and care of your handknit items.

Lorihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07639380585071397594noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2680478736212882661.post-42055071459974644152010-07-16T08:28:00.003-05:002010-07-16T08:34:33.023-05:00

Check out the previewhttp://www.interweaveknits.com/preview/fall-knits-2010.aspI love the Hawthorn pullover by Kathy Zimmerman

Lorihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07639380585071397594noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2680478736212882661.post-45047557324008906622010-07-16T07:56:00.000-05:002010-07-16T10:02:08.759-05:00

As usual there was a feast for the taste buds at our Thursday Knit night... but Sarah (the Tam Ma'am) also made sure our eyes had a feast!

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We got together again last night and have decided to post some of the recipes. See you next week. Rhubarb custard cake Mix 1 package of yellow cake mix as directed by the package. Grease a 13 x 9 with cooking spray. Pour cake mix into the pan. Add 4 cups of chopped rhubarb. Sprinke 1 cup of sugar on top of the rhubarb and pour 1 pint of whipping cream over the top. Bake at 350 F until

Lorihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07639380585071397594noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2680478736212882661.post-14504503424244852732010-07-09T07:32:00.000-05:002010-07-09T09:32:14.996-05:00

The new issue of Knitty is up - see anything you like?

Traciehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09028329365348667797noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2680478736212882661.post-27454756557046720262010-07-08T12:57:00.000-05:002010-07-08T14:53:10.670-05:00

This video was posted on the Mason Dixon blog and I couldn't resist sharing it with you!

Traciehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09028329365348667797noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2680478736212882661.post-79120470798455412702010-07-08T07:51:00.002-05:002010-07-08T14:57:11.812-05:00

I was just sent this link to a great tutorial for a circular cast on with step-by-step pictures.  This cast on is great for projects where you would usually wind up with a little hole in the center of your project (like a stocking cap knit from the top down).  This cast on technique will allow you to pull on the tail end and close up the hole after you have knit for a while. Many thanks to the

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Thanks to all who joined us for our first July Knit night - it was great to sit and knit with you.  As usual the conversation and food were top notch! I love seeing the projects you are working on and the finished objects you shared.  You are directly responsible for all of the items I added to my Ravelry queue last night! See you next week?

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Do you ever have a bottle of wine and no opener? A friend sent me a video on facebook yesterday and I thought we may need to save the information here... just in case our cabins at the retreat in November don't come with a corkscrew!  ;-) Follow this link to a wiki page with the full details and complete video. Cheers!

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Don't let summer slip away without visiting us for a night of knitting and fun! Thursday Nites in July - ChicKnits Ribbed Pulli Knitalong Feel free to bring other projects and your favorite beverage.  We will provide treats. Other classes starting in July Market Bag - July 13 & 20 Beginning Colorwork Hat - July 8 & 15 Socks on Circulars - July 6, 13 & 20 Call the shop to register or visit our

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I think everyone would agree that the most purchased pattern and yarn in the shop is Theresa Gaffey's roll edge baby hat made with Cascade Fixation. Well, if you are ready to try something new, here it is. It still takes only one skein of fixation, but is knit from the top down. What a great summer gift. The patten is available on Ravelry.

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The shop is looking quite sunny after Ceceli's spruce up. We so appreciate her great talents at transforming the shop each season.Thanks again Ceceli!!!

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Traciehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09028329365348667797noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2680478736212882661.post-22423388919968560102010-06-16T18:48:00.002-05:002010-06-16T18:50:08.583-05:00

Check out Shelly's Helena sweater done in Katia Bombay.So cute!!! I love the striping. Lucky little girl!

Lorihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07639380585071397594noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2680478736212882661.post-5035856534089974662010-06-14T17:06:00.002-05:002010-06-14T17:42:16.433-05:00

On our journey home we stopped many times to coffee up and use the facilities. Top on our list was the stop at Kickapoo, IL where we found the bathrooms to be "OUT OF ORDER". OUCH!!! Even our teacher bladders were screaming. Sally was determined to find a bathroom at 12:30 am on a Sunday night, so we took the next exit into lovely Brimfield and found Burnzee's Bar and Grill lit up like a

Lorihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07639380585071397594noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2680478736212882661.post-69794936447546851332010-06-14T16:48:00.003-05:002010-06-14T17:01:29.963-05:00

That's Bonnie Burns, one of our favorite designers (ChicKnits). She told us to email her when we do our knit-a-long in July. "Chicago is not that far from Minnesota" were her words.Sally and I salivate over the many new fibers on "The Great Wall of Yarn" This is the "teaser" table. We get to look through all the companys' newest gadgets, yarns, bags, etc before the floor even opens.

Lorihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07639380585071397594noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2680478736212882661.post-81472972377168312062010-06-12T21:22:00.003-05:002010-06-12T21:29:03.670-05:00

Hi everyone, We are in Columbus checking out all of the beautiful yarns, but we still had time to stop and smell the roses. (petunias) Check out Ravelry to see pics of the fashion show and other highlights of market.www.ravelry.comSee you soon. Hopefully we will give you another update tomorrow.

Lorihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07639380585071397594noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2680478736212882661.post-9543685369673800732010-06-11T01:47:00.002-05:002010-06-11T01:54:45.622-05:00

Or maybe not.A little bump in the road or should we say the back bumper.Blondie in stilettos, hot pants and a tube top claimed she was not paying attention after a gruelling shift at HOOTERS.Both officers agreed SHE HAD NOT BEEN DRINKING. The three Minnesota women said "Yah , you betcha officers"We will keep you posted. The crash report should be ready in the morning.

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Traciehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09028329365348667797noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2680478736212882661.post-46994742389630445372010-04-28T08:54:00.007-05:002010-04-30T17:48:08.060-05:00

Pair number 3 and 4 are drying and my mind is playing with my stash for the next pair - help! Join me in my "addiction" and take the class we are offering next weekend

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Tracie is making this for a class that's coming up.... any guesses?

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Just to let you know, the new Knitty is up at http://www.knitty.com/There are many lovely shawls, sweaters, and socks, along with this pattern.I will not be knitting these anytime soon.

Lorihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07639380585071397594noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2680478736212882661.post-90322980258808023932010-04-09T18:04:00.003-05:002010-04-09T18:12:53.370-05:00

Check out Nancy's granddaughter (Lucia) in this great hoodie. The yarn is Sisik from Dale of Norway and the pattern is from Gardiner Yarn Works.Lucky Girl and a healthy eater too!!

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What's that Sally???

Lorihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07639380585071397594noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2680478736212882661.post-4815665387321942272010-03-26T15:44:00.002-05:002010-03-26T15:53:41.111-05:00

Kerrie showed up Thursday nite with this lovely bag. After we stopped laughing we decided it really is a testament to the loyalty of our customers. We were not sure it was great advertising, however. We sent her on her way after giving her loads of advice on her project and a new bag.Kerrie, thanks for your patronage and for the laugh. We hope your new bag gets as much use as the last

Lorihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07639380585071397594noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2680478736212882661.post-56627394585009413862010-03-22T22:33:00.001-05:002010-03-22T22:34:59.483-05:00

The film was produced in “stop motion”: all elements were completely covered in wool and then deconstructed (de-knitted ?) to be filmed image by image.Check it out here...

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Sarah had this gorgeous shawl in at the shop last Tuesday night and put it away before I could hide it in my bag!I can see wearing this dressed up over a pretty dress, and also dressed down over jeans and a solid color long sleeve tee.Nice work Sarah - I can't wait to see the kits for this shawl in the shop! Coming soon....

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Another great Winter Olympic HatThis one is also done in Cascade 220.Lynne has the pattern in her head and if we ask really nice, she might share it, but it is the Olympics maybe we should give her a medal instead.

Lorihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07639380585071397594noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2680478736212882661.post-33302822717869356242010-02-21T07:32:00.002-06:002010-02-21T07:40:25.663-06:00

For all of those who helped Sally unwind this especially challenging skein.THANK YOU!!!Jodi finished it off on Thursday nite (Feb 18)

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Marguerite steamed these up out of Cascade 220.You can find the pattern in Amigurumi KnitsThey look good enough to eat!

Lorihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07639380585071397594noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2680478736212882661.post-90165356188034188872010-02-19T08:57:00.006-06:002010-02-19T09:02:35.710-06:00

The boys had hockey games at 5:30 and 7:30 last night way over west of us so I wasn't able to attend. (Jim was there to cheer them on). The good part about that is that I could sit on the couch and FINISH my Olympic hat.Overall I am very pleased with it. I have definitely come a very long way in my color work. There is hardly any puckering and with the exceptionally long floats, that's very good

Traciehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09028329365348667797noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2680478736212882661.post-30341429113408447802010-02-13T22:18:00.004-06:002010-02-16T22:46:24.866-06:00

I really loved the hats our US athletes were wearing and thought someone else might too - enough to have created a pattern? I was successful at finding it and can't wait to dive into my cascade 220 stash!2/15 update - here's where I'm at after working on it on Sunday - loving it!

Traciehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09028329365348667797noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2680478736212882661.post-13908422593101449922010-02-11T12:25:00.003-06:002010-02-11T12:29:34.163-06:00

Knitty just posted 2 new winter designs for our fun - a great long vest pattern and a sock using a cool construction method.Check them out!Photos courtesy of knitty.com

Traciehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09028329365348667797noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2680478736212882661.post-7798729383387179422010-01-26T21:47:00.005-06:002010-01-26T21:54:22.398-06:00

Maybe you would like to buy your cowl instead.Check out the price.

Lorihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07639380585071397594noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2680478736212882661.post-79051971469160728472010-01-26T21:35:00.002-06:002010-01-26T21:37:40.198-06:00

New ChicKnits Patterns are in.Cowls seem to be the thing to knit and wear.

Lorihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07639380585071397594noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2680478736212882661.post-48225187258763923932010-01-26T21:26:00.004-06:002010-01-31T17:12:39.362-06:00

Have you checked out this pattern on ravelry???It is all the rage at the shop and we have a new yarn to try. Cascade Venezia!!Perfect for this cozy neckwarmer.

Lorihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07639380585071397594noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2680478736212882661.post-85855198887224902872010-01-20T19:18:00.004-06:002010-01-20T19:23:22.598-06:00

This is the beginning of the Side-Button poncho- the picture on the pattern doesn’t do it justice!The ribbing is a ‘seeded-rib’ stitch which I have never done before- but I love how it looks! The body of the poncho is a twisted rib…there is so much texture-the poncho is going to be BEAUTIFUL! I’ve ripped out all 185 stitches- twice- and am going to start over- AGAIN! But now I have

Traciehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09028329365348667797noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2680478736212882661.post-53074450089766675912010-01-18T10:41:00.003-06:002010-01-18T10:44:16.276-06:00

Classes in January include:Magic Loop SocksFelted HeartsBeginning KnittingIvy's Cabled HatErik's GloveletsCheck out our full class list on our website

Traciehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09028329365348667797noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2680478736212882661.post-54985551503937914942010-01-13T11:56:00.002-06:002010-01-13T11:59:02.979-06:00

I’ve found ONE really good use for Red Heart yarn! Knowing how silly everyone would look helped me get past the squeakiness of the yarn on the needles and the prickly-poke of the ‘fiber’ as I knitted! Why am I not wearing an elf hat? Because I made them- so I could choose not to…that’s why!!Ceceli

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Check out my new obsession.Felted Hearts!!!!This wonderful pattern was created by Teresa Fox and can be found on Ravelry.I will be using it to teach a two night class in January. The second nite we will embellish them, I can't wait!

Lorihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07639380585071397594noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2680478736212882661.post-3052329645235855172009-12-29T12:29:00.006-06:002009-12-29T13:01:29.785-06:00

I made this scarf for my husband's new dress coat. Try it out with your own yarn combination and send us pictures!Finished Size is 43 inches long and 5 1/2 inches wide.Yarn: 2 skeins main color and 1 skein accent color chunky weight yarnI used 1.25 skeins of grey Nashua Creative Focus Chunky and 1/2 a skein of red Nashua Creative Focus Chunky.Needle: Size 9 or size to get you the fabric that

Traciehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09028329365348667797noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2680478736212882661.post-7303208197931661852009-12-27T10:39:00.002-06:002009-12-27T10:40:48.510-06:00

Have you noticed that the winter Knitty is up? What pattern is your favorite?

Traciehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09028329365348667797noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2680478736212882661.post-13784915665477953472009-12-12T21:38:00.000-06:002009-12-21T21:44:36.290-06:00

I'm not sure what was more exciting that day... the fire trucks at a false alarm down the street with all those firemen milling about- OR -The new shipment of pottery!

Traciehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09028329365348667797noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2680478736212882661.post-21249244078572407142009-12-11T16:11:00.003-06:002009-12-11T16:14:50.066-06:00

Thank you to Amy for not only playing for us during our open house - but then providing us with these great shots as well. What a treat to hear her play each year!

Traciehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09028329365348667797noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2680478736212882661.post-17454658080002857052009-12-06T22:19:00.001-06:002009-12-06T22:21:02.634-06:00

Traciehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09028329365348667797noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2680478736212882661.post-56696349636717707792009-12-06T18:10:00.006-06:002009-12-22T11:07:21.915-06:00

Is it possible to be more adorable?!?I made this Fiber Trends Ear Cozy hat for my brand new grand-nephew out of the new Cascade 220 superwash yarn we just got in at the shop. I washed and dried it with no special care with another load of laundry and it came out almost as soft and snuggly as he is!

Traciehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09028329365348667797noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2680478736212882661.post-7181792256066774182009-11-22T21:07:00.003-06:002009-11-22T21:19:43.581-06:00

You know the saying about what happens in Vegas, stays in Vegas? Don't tell Sally!PS - please be patient with me until I can figure out how to flip the video

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