Spinning Demo (on July 13)

Schacht Ladybug Spinning Wheel

Teresa Porri will demonstrate how to spin gorgeous yarns on a drop spindle,  a Schacht Ladybug Spinning Wheel, and the new Schacht Sidekick Spinning Wheel on Saturday, July 13, 1 to 4 pm.  Ladybug wheels are the prettiest wheels with a double pedal so your one leg doesn’t get tired while the new Sidekick wheels are foldable for easy travel.  Teresa will be showing you some of her own handspun yarns as well.  Come see how much fun it is to spin your own yarn!

Knitting Etc. has roving in both natural and dyed colors in stock and carries Schacht spinning wheels for your spinning fun! Check out the upcoming spinning classes! This demo is free.  Just stop by and check it out.

Weaving Demo (June 29)

Weaving produces fabric with a very different feel from knitted pieces.  Using the Schacht rigid heddle looms that we carry in the shop, you can make beautiful designs like these after some basic instructions. Interested in giving weaving a try?  Susan Mehringer will be hosting a weaving demo on Saturday, June 29 from 10 am to 1 pm where you can give these looms a try.  The event is free, but please call 277-1164 or e-mail sales@KnittingEtcIthaca.com to RSVP so we know how many to expect.  We will have samples for her upcoming weaving classes on display.

On Susan's Loom

On display in the shop right now is Susan’s work-in-progress.  Once finished, Susan will be selling raffle tickets for the scarf to raise money for Hospicare’s Women Swimmin’ event.

 

Yarno and Feed Bag Totes

Come play our yarn bingo this summer!  YARNO cards are available at our counter in the store.  If your purchase applies to one of the squares, we’ll mark it off for you.  You work towards winning a $20 gift card to Knitting Etc.

Feed Bag Tote

Check out Melanie’s Feed Bag Totes while you are here.  They are made from re-used materials, light weight, water proof, and in a perfect size for sweater or blanket knitting project.  Or you can use them for farmer’s market veggies, or beach picnics!

June Happy Stitching Hour and Sale This Friday (6/7)

Jane Bennet Socks from Jane Austen Knits Summer 2012

Jane Bennet Socks from Jane Austen Knits Summer 2012

Come to the next Happy Stitching Hour on Friday, June 7, from 5 to 7 pm.  Join us for this social knitting time, meet some new people, re-connect with others, and just hang out. We’ll chat, knit, stitch, wind down after the long work week, and shop this month’s Happy Hour Sale!  We will not be offering any knitting instructions or help, just a knitting visit…. The event is free. First come first serve. We have seats for approximately 15 people. Feel free to bring a snack or drinks to share!

Happy Hour Sale: Take 20% Off All In-Stock Sock Yarns all day Friday, June 7*

Socks are perfect projects for the summer.  They are small and transportable so take them to the park or wherever you go.  Enjoy knitting and sunshine.  Not into socks?  Sock yarns are also great for summer lacy scarves and shawls.  Come browse our shawl samples and patterns for inspirations!

We have a great sock yarn selection: from traditional wool/nylon blends to cotton/nylon blends more suitable in warmer weather, monochromatic or variegated.  Find something you love!

* Sale prices cannot be combined with other discounts.

Secondary Color Fans: Art Yarn Sale

Art Yarns sale

There are few skeins of gorgeous Art Yarns luxury yarns in wonderful secondary colors of green, purple, and orange!  These skeins are silk, cashmere, beaded, a variety of treats for your hands.  They are now 25% off!  Come get ‘em!