The Baby lock embellishers have arrived, and what a great time I am having, needlefelting with it! It's great for applying ribbons, and novelty yarns of all type to just about any fabric, or clothing. I have a machine set up fpr anyone to try out. Feel free to stop on by! ... Read More »
Inklette weaving
Warped inklette loom & finished band Close up of weaving in progressMy newest obsession, is inkle weaving. The above images are of weaving on the inklette loom, a small portable version of an inkle loom. I can't wait to give my regular size inkle loom a try. If I knew how easy it was to warp an inkle loom, I would have done this years ago. I love to weave handbags of all types, so I see inkle band straps in my future. ... Read More »
Modern Quilt Wrap by Mags Kandis
Lot's of yummy colours will be arriving for this easy to knit wrap. I will be adding a class for mitered knitting, so lot's of us can have fun knitting it. I'm thinking that a pastel version might be a fun choice as well. ... Read More »
Knitting Daily
Do you Knit Daily? If so check out Interweave Presses new internet offering. Wonderful articles, patterns and advice. http://www.knittingdaily.com/ I am waiting for yarn to come in for the Modern quilt wrap. Watch for updates on it. But really you have to KNIT DAILY, it's wonderful. There is a link to a how-to on knitting in your ends.Very useful. ... Read More »
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Goshen Fair
Last weekend was the perfect weekend for the fair! I went on Monday, and of course checked out the sheep (loved up a couple). I also love to see the goats. I think I have to love them the most. They can be like puppies, following you around. I always enjoy the Historical building which houses antique tools of all sorts upstairs as well as demonstrators in costume downstairs. There was a lovely woman , Joan who was spinning, as well as a gentleman who was carving wooden figures and his wife who was knitting. There also was a quilter and basket makers. ... Read More »
September ClassesYou may call or stop by to pre-register for classes. It's appreciated that any supplies needed are purchased through the shop before classes.Please note that private classes are always available by appoinment860-482-3979KnittingQuilted Squares for knitters- Create a knitters version of three quilt squares, in three one hour sessions. $ 30 includes pattern. Students may bring in scrap worsted to sport weight yarn and appropriate needles. Sept. 12, 19, 26, 4-5 pmEasy knitted animal toys-This can be a fun “get back to knitting class”, or maybe a great Mom & Child class. Yarn may ... Read More »
Knittting for the Troops in the Hartford Currant
There was a very nice article written in the Hartford Currant about knitting for the troops. I'm really looking forward to our first meeting to knit for the troops. I hope that you can join me at the Shop Thursday, June 21, 6:30 -8:30. There will be refreshments, as well as the good company.http://www.courant.com/features/lifestyle/hc-knitforsoldiers.artjun19,0,153455.story?coll=hc-headlines-life ... Read More »
Weaving and spinning at Gallery on the Green in Litchfield
I can't believe that its already been almost 2 weeks since the Gallery on the Green Crafts show!I thought we would get rained out, but instead we lucked out. My fearless Aunt Jan came along for support and help. She wove a scarf on the rigid heddle loom, while I spun on my wheel and talked with onlookers and customers. The kids had a great time trying out the loom while Aunt Jan showed them what to do. KIDS LOVE WEAVING. They are facinated by the process and the results. Put any child at a loom and just watch them go at it. By the end of the show a man stopped by with his giant white furball ... Read More »
Shawl pins at In Sheep’s Clothing
I found these shawl pins at a show recently. They are one of a kind, and look very nice as a closure for a shawl or sweater. ... Read More »
