Let us introduce you to the world of stranded colorwork, often called Fair Isle knitting. In this class we will learn the basics of knitting in color, covering several methods of holding your yarns, reading charts, how to introduce new colors, the concept of yarn dominance, how to avoid tangled yarns, weaving in ends, and finishing techniques. This class is for absolute stranded knitting beginners and those looking to brush

Wine and Wool 2015 was a huge success and a great deal of fun. The wine at Vines and Rushes is so wonderful. There was just enough of the sweet and the dry. We had wonderful food made by Ripon College, and the yarn was a delight as well. Make sure to reserve your spot when it comes around again next year.

It’s official. We will be grandparents this summer. Jackie is due in May, and Katie in July. Jackie is having a boy, and Katie is having a girl. So, I am knitting and sewing like a mad woman. The shop has been kind of quiet, like it usually is this time of year. So, I have been able to sew my little heart out. I would much prefer to have

The sun is getting higher. It’s a sure thing. Even though we are far from being out of the woods in terms of bad weather, there is the promise of spring. The days are longer. There are a few more birds flying around outside. But one of the best things that I notice when the sun gets higher is this; the sun shines through my stained glass window. Yup, I

Here’s a quilt by our mystery quilter. She never lets me take her picture even though I beg her! I made a quilt like this and she saw the sample in our back room. So, I told her how to do it in about 3 simple steps and she took off with it. I so love her fabric choices. She combined Michael Miller, Kaffe Fasset, Moda and Alison Glass for

We are having a huge sale, Saturday, January 31st. I got a terrific deal on a bunch of fabric from Michael Miller. And, instead of just putting them on the shelf at regular price, I am passing the savings on to the customers! There are fabulous, current prints for only $5.99/yard. Yup, that’s right. And I bought out the inventory of someone closing her Etsy shop, so there will be

Ever seen a Hudson Bay Blanket? You know, the kind that they use in Canada that are made of luxurious wool? Well, this outdoor look was captured by my daughter. She is making curtains for her baby’s room. The room is going to be a camping, outdoor theme. I think she saw a picture of a lodge that was decorated with these curtains on Pinterest. They were really easy. The

The baby surprise jacket class was such a hit that we are going to offer it on a Saturdays in March. Have you ever wondered how this classic little jacket is made? It is such fun to knit, and the color combinations are endless. So Eileen Waldo will offer it in March on the following Saturdays: March 7th, 14th, 21st, 28th from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Cost of the