Tuesday, February 22, 2011

New Yarns for Spring

New lightweight yarns for spring knitting have been arriving at the shop. Pictured here is Plymouth Yarns Vizions, a rayon/linen/nylon blend that would be great for a colorful tank or cardi. This yarn has 98 yards per 50 gram ball and knits to 5 1/2 sts/inch on a US 6 needle.






Here is Queensland's Dream yarn, a polyamide/cotton blend that has a lovely drape. There is a selection of both earthy and bright colors, and it would make a beautiful shawl or shrug to wear on cool spring mornings. There are 101 yards per 50 gram ball, and it knits to 5 sts/inch on a US 7 needle.














Need to make a sweater for a baby this spring? Classic Elite's Cotton Bam Boo now comes in self striping colors! The cotton/bamboo blend will keep little ones protected from cool spring days and air conditioning drafts this summer. Each ball has 130 yards per 50 grams and knits to 6 sts/inch on a US 5 needle.

We have lots of yarn for your spring and summer knitting. Stop by the shop and see what's new!

Thursday, February 17, 2011

Tul Scarf!


This scarf was made with 1 skein of the Katia Tul. I used a size 13 needle (an 11 would probably do just fine as well), and cast on 7, and the scarf is about 41" long. You could always use 2 skeins for a much longer, fluffier scarf, but this one is plenty long and ruffly! The pattern for this yarn suggests a size 7 needle, but it's much too closely knit, and the ruffles don't have room to do their thing. We still have a good array of colors in the shop, so stop in and check it out!

Saturday, February 12, 2011

Local Alpaca Fiber at TY


Come by the shop and check out the yarn, roving and rugs we have in stock from Rancho Inca Alpacas, an award-winning alpaca ranch located just up the road in Navasota, Texas. Each skein of yarn is labeled with a picture of the alpaca whose fleece was used to make the yarn. Or spin your own yarn with roving from Yukon Charlie or Fresia. It's so soft! We also have a couple of lovely rugs in stock woven from alpaca fiber; other sizes and colors can be special ordered. We are proud to support our local fiber producers and we wish Bill and Mario luck at the upcoming Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo!

Thursday, February 10, 2011

Open at 10 today!

Good morning! Looks like the roads are clear, so we will be opening at 10 a.m. Join us for our Anniversary Sale today 'til 8 pm, Friday and Saturday 10 to 5. Yarn will be 20% or 30% off!
We have door prizes, a free gift with purchase while supplies last, and some yummy treats!
We also just received a big shipment of Tul, another one of those fun ruffle yarns that are quick and easy. See you soon.

Tuesday, February 8, 2011

7th Anniversary Sale & Celebration!

Join us this Thursday, Feb. 10 to Saturday, Feb. 12 as we celebrate our 7th anniversary! We will be open 10 to 5, with extended hours to 8 pm on Thursday. All regular priced yarns will be 20% off and some select items will be 30% off. There will be yummy treats, door prizes, a chance for an extra discount on your purchase, and each customer will receive a gift with their purchase (one per person, of course, and while supplies last). Come celebrate 7 wonderful years with us!

Saturday, February 5, 2011

Open at 10 today!

We will be opening at 10 a.m. today, as the roads look like they are in pretty good shape. If you need a break from the family after having a snow day, stop by and see us!

Friday, February 4, 2011

Closed Today

On this icy Houston morning, we have decided to stay closed. It looks like dangerous driving out there, and we can all use a day to knit and crochet, can't we? Enjoy the day!

Thursday, February 3, 2011

Weather!

We will be closing at 3:00 p.m. today due to the approaching ice and snow! We will most likely be closed tomorrow, but will post an update here to confirm that. We may open tomorrow afternoon if the streets are clear. You may want to call before coming out!
Stay warm and safe and enjoy the knitting weather!