Arrived, on the wall and ready to 
be cuddled! New colors of Brown Sheep Lanaloft Worsted solid as well as the handpaint. Lanaloft is a gorgeous rustic yarn that continues to get softer as you work with it! UV (left) and Lumen (right) from Shibui look gorgeous together. They’re perfect to brighten a warm winter project. We have them in multiple yarns to mix textures!
Monthly Archives: December 2012
Sock Reinforcement Thread arrived!
We’re restocked on sock reinforcement thread with lots of color choices! Also we will be open today until 3:00 pm today, Happy Holidays all!
Yuletide Market and Nelkin Trunk Show This Saturday (Dec 15)
Earrings by Laurel O'Brien
This Saturday, December 15, the Triphammer Marketplace will be hosting a Yuletide Market from 10 am until 4 pm. There will be live music and 35 artists, crafters and farmers’ market vendors, in addition to the established Triphammer Marketplace merchants, all catering to your holiday shopping needs. Hickory’s sister Laurel O’Brien (her etsy shop) will be there with her latest beautiful creations!
Mudra Cuff by Laura Nelkin
From 1 to 5 pm, come to Knitting Etc to meet Laura Nelkin, the creative genius behind Nelkin Designs. Laura will host a trunk show of her lovely beaded jewelry kits. These projects are quick to knit and make wonderful gifts for non-knitters; the kits make great stocking stuffers for knitters. Make one for your mother, sister, daughter, friends…. Not sure about knitting with beads? Join our Beaded Jewelry by Nelkin Designs class led by Deborah Dawson from 1 to 4 pm. Deborah will help you make any of Laura’s beaded jewelry kits we carry. There are still a couple of places left in the class, and we’d love to have you join us! Space for the class is limited. Please call ahead 277-1164 to reserve your spot.
Introduction to Rigid Heddle Weaving
Three 2.5-hour class; $45 + tax & supplies
This class is for people new to rigid heddle weaving. (You will need to bring your own rigid heddle loom.) In the first class, we will choose individual projects (mug rugs, a scarf, place mat or table runner), select yarn and put on the warp. In the second class, we will begin weaving and secure the starting edge. in the final class, we will complete weaving, secure the ending edge, and discuss finishing the cloth.
| Session | Instructor | Dates | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Session 2 | Susan Mehringer | 10 am to 12:30 pm Saturday, 4/6, 4/13, & 4/20 | Full |
Call (607) 277-1164 to reserve your spot!
Inkle Loom Weaving (starts May 11)
Two 2-hour class; $30 + tax & supplies
Schacht Inkle Loom
Inkle Pattern Directory
This class is for people new to inkle weaving. In the first class, we will choose patterns, select yarn, and put on the warp. In the second class we will learn and practice beginning, weaving, and ending a 1″ to 2″ wide piece that can be used as a bookmarks, handles, a belt or a hat band.
| Session | Instructor | Dates | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Session 2 | Susan Mehringer | 10 am – Noon, Saturday, 5/11 & 5/18 |
or call 277-1164. Please read cancellation policy. |
Call (607) 277-1164 to reserve your spot!