August Classes & Private Lessons

I haven't posted in a while, so this is a great opportunity to catch up since we have some updates. This month, we have a handful of Louet Euroflax 100% linen garments for you to see and try on. We've paired it with a generous discount and free pattern with purchase of the yarn required for the Euroflax project. Come see us!

Our intention for August and early September is to fill it up with private lessons and custom classes designed to fit your needs. A few of us are going through our hibernating projects to "Finish, Fix, or Frog" and we thought some of you might want to set up one-hour appointments so we can help you do the same with your languishing projects. 

Please call us at 281-528-8664 to set up your appointments! Here's a link to our current class list with details regarding each one. 

Twisted Yarns - All Classes

We hope you're having a great summer! See you soon,

Janet

May 2018 Class Calendar

We've posted the class calendar for May 2018. The Crochet-Along and Knit-Along on Tuesdays and Thursdays are open for all -- we'd love to see you!

April 2018 Class Calendar

We've posted the April 2018 Class & Event Calendar

Here it is on Facebook as well:

December 2017 Calendar

Our December calendar is here! If you'd like more information about specific classes or private lessons, please call us or check our Class Information sheet.

You can also find us on Facebook and Instagram. Follow us in both places to see new items as they come in! Also, we are occasionally open on Sundays and it's typically noted on the calendar and/or Instagram.

Happy Holidays to you and your loved ones!

KAL Updates and Anniversary Sale

Sagitta Shawl KAL - begins Sunday, July 16, 2017 at 1:00 p.m.

Our second round of mini kits for the KAL won't arrive until Monday the 17th, but you are welcome to join us before your yarn gets here! A handful of people have already received their kits and the rest of the yarn kits should arrive in a week or so. We'll continue the Sagitta KAL through the first half of August to give everybody a chance to knit together. If your yarn is not in the first or second round of shipments, I'm offering a 10% discount for the inconvenience.

Building with Lace KAL - begins Friday, August 4, 2017 at 1:00 p.m.

If you'd like to use the yarn featured in the Building with Lace book and video series, here are the colorways:

Hikoo Rylie

If you prepay for the Rylie (requires 5 skeins at $27.95 each) along with the book, you will receive a 10% discount on your purchase! There's still time to get your yarn before the KAL begins on the 4th. Please call us before Wednesday, July 19th and ask for Ann or Janet. We'll continue meeting for the Friday afternoon lace KAL through mid-September.

Another alternative for a suitable yarn for the KAL is Batiste and we have the yardage the shawl requires in several colorways.

Our 3rd Anniversay Sale has begun! Details can be found here: Anniversary Sale

July 2017 Class Calendar & Anniversary Sale

This month is Twisted Yarns (version 2.0) THREE year anniversary! If you are subscribed to our email list, you will be getting an email with details shortly -- otherwise, check in here and our Facebook page for more information. Meanwhile, here's our current class calendar and class descriptions:

July 2017 Class Calendar

Class Descriptions

If you haven't visited the shop lately, you might have missed seeing some of our recent samples:

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June 2017 Class Calendar

The June class calendar has been finalized and we are taking sign ups for classes and private lessons. We are also extending an invitation to join us for one of the afternoon Crochet-Alongs or Knit-Alongs (KAL) in June. We have air conditioning and chocolate! Check the class description link to see the private lessons we offer, then call us to schedule a private lesson for the class of your choice.

June 2017 Class Calendar

Class Descriptions

We have several exciting KALs and events planned, so please follow us on Instagram and Facebook, and subscribe to our email list (link in sidebar).

New yarns in the shop include restock of Vail, Villa, and Firefly.

Maia

Sylvia

Hiawatha

In addition, we also have all the colors of Marble Chunky in stock again!

JB129 Asymmetrical Jacket

JB186 Jacket

JB022 Cardigan

May 2017 Class Calendar

The May 2017 Class Calendar has just been published. Please watch your email and Facebook for information regarding upcoming trunk shows and yarn tastings as they aren't on the schedule yet.

We've recently received a shipment of Shibui Lunar, along with the Shibui Reed that arrived last month. Shibui is hosting a knitalong on their Ravelry group for the Crete Scarf:

Consider joining other Twisted Yarns customers on the Shibui Crete Knitalong on Ravelry. You'll find information there regarding a chance to win prizes. The Crete Pattern is free at the shop with the purchase of any Shibui yarn combination that YOU choose for the project -- it calls for Twig and Lunar, but you aren't limited to that. You can also use a Reed/Silk Cloud combination. I'll be revealing my yarn/color choice on Instagram soon!

April 2017 Calendar and Knit- and Crochet-Alongs

The April 2017 Calendar is now available and we've added a new Knit-Along KAL) for the Cassis Shawl, which calls for 1 skein of fingering weight yarn and a size 4 needle. The pattern and KAL are free, and we're taking sign ups so we can have an idea of how many will show up for the KAL. Please see the April 2017 Calendar for the dates and times the KAL will meet. Also -- remember to download your pattern from Ravelry in advance as we will not have printed copies in the shop. We are happy to help you choose yarn and needles for this project.

The Crochet-Along that meets on Tuesday afternoons will continue through April. Currently, the participants are working on the Spice of Life blanket but feel free to bring your own crochet project and join us on Tuesdays! See the calendar for meeting times. No sign ups are required.

If you're not on Facebook and if you've opted out of our newsletters, you might not be aware that we're making some changes to the in-store rewards program at Twisted Yarns. Please click the link below as some of you might have rewards that are about to expire! We'll also be open tomorrow (Sunday, April 2, 2017) from 1:00 - 4:00 if you cannot make it today. The program changes will become official on Monday, April 3, 2017 (We are NOT open that day). You have the remainder of the day today and tomorrow to use your rewards. You are only affected if you've not used a reward that you earned prior to April 2, 2016, so please check if you are in doubt.

Twisted Yarns Rewards

I post frequently on Facebook and Instagram, so please find us there and follow us. 

March 2017 Class Calendar

Here are some important links for March, including the class calendar, class descriptions, updates about our rewards program and more:

March 2017 Class/Event Calendar

Class Descriptions 

(all the classes we can teach, whether on the schedule or not)

Twisted Yarns Rewards Program

We have a new Crochet-Along you're invited to join! March is National Crochet Month and we're featuring this excellent skill all month!

You are welcome to join us from 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. to work on the Spice of Life CAL (Crochet-Along). The Spice of Life Blanket is a free download on Ravelry -- be sure to choose the one with US crochet terms. (Before you print, please be aware it's 26 pages)! Customers have used Plymouth Dreambaby DK, Ewe So Sporty, stash yarn, and more. Each Tuesday, we'll have at least one -- often two -- staff members who are crochet experts to help you along. Search the hashtag #spiceoflifeCAL on Instagram to see how other crocheters around the world are progressing on their blankets.

Thanks for reading! See you soon!

Brush Calligraphy Class February 11, 2017

A good friend and customer of Twisted Yarns will be teaching a Beginner Brush Calligraphy class on Saturday, February 11, 2017 from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.  If you would like to attend, please register at HeyBernadette.com. (Twisted Yarns will not be taking sign ups at the shop, we are just offering the use of the shop for the class). Here's the link that will take you directly to the sign up page: Register Now.

 We hope you can join us!

Here's a message from Bernadette:

If you're like me you love picking up new skills. So let me share what I've learned in my brush lettering journey with you and a dozen or so of your friends (old or new!) in a fun and thoroughly educational Brush Lettering for Beginners class.

With the knowledge you'll gain - and practice, of course! - you'll be able to letter personal projects for your home, create meaningful gifts for friends and family, address envelopes for an upcoming wedding or event, or even begin a new business of your own! My classes are for beginners, so if you've never tried calligraphy or brush lettering you're perfectly welcome to start here!

-Brush Calligraphy for Beginners Includes-
1 Watercolor Brush Perfect for Lettering
Watercolor Paper
Watercolor Paint & Palette
My Guide Sheet to Modern Brush Lettering in Lowercase
2 to 2.5 hours of hand lettering guided practice
Complimentary light refreshments including wine or mimosas and sweet treats OR craft beer and savory snacks.

Classes are $125 per person.
Payment is due up front and is non-refundable.
Classes are for adults only.

2016 Holiday Hours - Christmas

Happy Holidays to our customers and friends! 

We are open this week to help you with your gift and knitting needs and our hours are listed above.

Sweater Weather Promotion and Small Business Saturday

Happy Thanksgiving! We're so excited to have cooler weather just in time for the Twisted Yarns Black Friday and Small Business Saturday promotions. The good news is we are offering the sale throughout the week so you can take advantage of these deals early! Read on for the details. 

The Sweater Weather Promotion begins on Tuesday and lasts through Black Friday. On Black Friday, we'll have additional discounts throughout the shop!

We also hope you'll join us for Small Business Saturday on November 26, 2016 -- watch this space for more information about that too.

Please make note of our holiday hours:

Simple Knitted Tee class

We have a new class beginning next Wednesday afternoon from 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.  The Churchmouse Yarn Simple Tee project is taught by Alisa, who's an experienced and prolific garment knitter. You'll learn how to knit a simple and flattering shape with sport weight yarn. You'll learn a little bit of shaping as well as how to seam your tee. If you've never knit a sweater before, this is a great one to start with. Class sessions are scheduled for:

1 - Wednesday, October 12, 2016 -- 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
2 - Wednesday, October 26, 2016 -- 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
3 - Wednesday, November 16, 2016 -- 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.

Please call if you'd like to sign up or if you have any questions.

Team Twisted Yarns - Summer Ravellenic Games 2016

Are you ready to be a Ravelete and to challenge yourself by starting and finishing a project during the Summer Olympic Games? Looking for a team of other crazy TY groupies to support you and cheer you on? Join Team Twisted Yarns with your event and have some fun!

Ann created the Twisted Yarns team banner!

The Ravellenic Summer Games 2016

Dates: Friday, August 5 - Sunday, August 21

The One Rule To Rule Them All: Challenge yourself by starting and finishing one or more projects during the 2016 Summer Olympics.

What will be a stretch for you? It could be a new technique, that first sweater or pair of socks, something massive, something delicate, or maybe finishing that monster in the closet. The goal of the Ravellenic Games is to support you in expanding your knitting/crocheting horizons.

When do we start?

The Mass Cast-On will take place during the Opening Ceremonies. When the Olympic Games kick off in Rio, 19:15 local time, that’ll be your start time, whatever time that is in your timezone.

Ann (knittiwan) and Gayle (sspurl) are your team captains and are here to answer questions and help you navigate your way through the Ravellenics.

Here’s how to get started:

1.  Join the Ravellenic Games 2016 group on Ravelry
2.  Read A Good Place to Start 
3.  Choose your Medal Event and a project to compete in the event - make note of the event tag(s).
4. Create a project page for your Ravellenic project

When you are setting up your project, make sure you have the following tags entered in the tag box for your project:

Tagging Tutorial - for best results, use copy and paste.
ravellenics2016
teamtwistedyarns2016

Also put your Event Tag in the tag box. You can find your event tag on the Medal Event page (see link above).

If you are using a technique in your project that qualifies for a Laurel, then put your Laurel tag in the tag box.

Introduce yourself in the thread for the Ravellenics on our Ravelry group page.

If you have questions or aren’t sure how to do something, please ask us.

Go Team Twisted Yarns!

Deadline to join Team Twisted Yarns is by the Opening Ceremonies on Friday, August 5th at 5:15 pm!