Here are two outfits for the American Girl doll. The dress was made with Tofutsies Sock Weight Yarn (currently onsale for 40% off). The Sweater was made with Limbo by Schoeller + Stahl. Both patterns are from the book Sock Yarn One Skein Wonders which is available in the shop.

This is the Patches sweater designed by Christiane from Lismi Knits. Renie made this adorable sweater out of sock yarn from our great selection. This pattern is another one that is available in the Sock Yarn One Skein Wonder book. This is one book you might want to consider adding to your collection.

JOSU sweater (above) knitted with Linsey yarn by Sheila. Linsey is a worsted weight yarn with a fiber content of Cotton, Acrylic and Linen. This pattern is from Berroco Book #307 Linsey.

Sheila also knitted the ESPENSON sweater (below). Sheila will be teaching the Espenson class on Saturday, June 4th at 9:30am and space is still available. If you would like to join her, please call the shop to reserve your spot and stop in before the class to select your yarn.

Aside from LINSEY yarn, Berroco REMIX yarn has quickly become a shop favorite yarn.  Sandee knitted a beautiful dress for her granddaughter and is now knitting a sweater using Remix. Barbara is also using Remix to knit the Big Easy Gansey sweater pattern designed by Beth Brown-Reinsel. Barbara recently attended a workshop in Leesburg, VA led by Beth Brown-Reinsel. Beth has designed many beautiful Gansey sweater patterns and the workshop focused on learning Traditional Gansey Techniques. It was a fun weekend and Barbara is eager to show off what she learned. Photos of these works-in-progress will be posted soon.

NEW YARN

DREAM IN COLOR SMOOSHY with CASHMERE

Give your feet a treat with a pair of socks knitted with Dream in Color Smooshy with Cashmere. One skein of this superwash blend of merino, cashmere and nylon will make a pair of soft and beautiful socks. Other suggestions are shawls or even a sweater. This yarn is so nice to work with, even at the cost, you will want more than one pair of socks in your drawer for next winter.

Fiber: 70% Superwash Merino Wool/20% Cashmere/10% Nylon
Weight/Yardage:  4oz/400yd  
Knitting Weight: Sock

Beginning in late July and continuing throughout fall and winter we will be featuring classes for Hats, Scarves and Mittens

This Brioche Hat and Mitten set (there is a scarf pattern also available) will be one of the first. This set was knitted with Ella Rae Latte. The pattern, Brioche Twist with Latte by Victoria Myers is available for sale on Ravelry. Brioche knitting is fun and easier than it looks. The set knits up quickly. Once you make one, we know you will be back to knit more.
What is Brioche Knitting?
From Wikipedia: Brioche knitting is a family of knitting patterns involving tucked stitches, i.e., yarn overs that are knitted together with a slipped stitch from the previous row. Such stitches may also be made by knitting into the row below (equivalent to the slipped stitch) and dropping the stitch above (equivalent to the yarn over).
The tucked stitches may form a second layer of knitting in front of the first layer, resembling an array of arches or (seen upside-down) of fish scales.
Brioche knitting may have originated in the Middle East. However, the term "brioche" seems to have derived from French slang for "mistake". The name might be a reference to the brioche dinner roll, which is formed of two pieces, one stacked atop the other.

News & Classes - June & July 2011

We are so excited about many new fun yarns and wonderful needles that have arrived. Watch for new garments being made up.....so much to see. Let's get creative!

We also have two exciting new events in store for you, one being a sock contest and the second is a yarn dying workshop. Keep watching our blog or follow us on Facebook, as it will keep you up to date on what's happening here.

Sock Contest

IT'S ALL ABOUT SOCKS

From May 19th to June 30th "IT'S ALL ABOUT SOCKS". Come into the shop, get some gorgeous yarn to make a pair of socks. Take it home and knit, or crochet, those gorgeous socks. Bring them in to be entered into our drawing. The winner will get to choose enough yarn to make another pair of socks from our abundant selection of sock yarn.
The drawing will take place on Thursday, June 30th at 8pm at the shop.

Dying Workshop

DYE YOUR OWN

Always wanted to dye your own yarn? Try this fun workshop and learn how to dye sock yarn with Kool-Aid.

    

When: Saturday, June 18th, 9:30 am - 12:00 pm
     Teacher: Christiane
     Fees: Please get your sock yarn prior to the class at the shop.
     There will be $15 additional fee for material needs to be paid prior to class.

Dyeing sometimes can get messy. Please wear clothes which can get stained or bring an apron or old shirt. We will provide gloves. (bring your own in case you are alergic against Latex. There is limited space available, so please sign up early.

Classes

Espenson Caftan Tee

Imagine a soft, loose-fitting caftan drifting around you this summer. Knit in Linsey, a blend of cotton and linen, the drape of this caftan tee flatters every figure. Don’t be fooled by the sizes! Make one size smaller than you would normally wear. Each garment will have a unique color stripe based on the size and your selection of yarn. Pattern is available with the purchase of yarn.
Date: Saturday, June 4th,
9:30 am - 11:30 am
Level: Easy
Instructor: Sheila

Elisabeth Zimmerman"s Baby Surprise Jacket

This is one of our all time favorite patterns. The baby sweater is worked in one piece and uses garter stitch.
When: Wednesday June 8th & 15th
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Level: easy
Teacher: Christiane

Attention Crochet Lovers

Come play with us. Come join our ongoing monthly crochet class and work on keeping our edges straight. We're here to help you learn different aspects of crochet.
When: Saturday, June 18th and July 16th.
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm.
Teacher: Sue

Sally’s Favorite Summer Sweater

from the book "The Knitting Experience: Book 1: The Knit Stitch"  This fun piece is designed by Sally Mellville. It is oversized to make it the perfect, comfortable garment for warm weather wearing.

DK weight yarn – Yarn suggestions include: Tahki Cotton Classic and Elsebeth Lavold Silky Wool.
Needles: Size 5 and 10 ½ (either straight or circular)

(Needle Suggestion – the opaque section of the sweater calls for using both size 5 and size 10 ½ needle. Instead of purchasing two sets of needles, purchase the 5 and 10 ½ tips and one cable from our Knit Pick collection. You can afix one needle of each size at the ends of the cable. Makes knitting these sections very simple.)
When: Saturday, June 11th, 9:30 am - 11:30 am
Instructor: Barbara
Level: Beginner/Intermediate.
You should know how to cast on and the knit stitch.
The Knitting Experience: Book 1 – The Knit Stitch available at Yarns With A Twist and all class participants will receive a 10% discount on it.

Viveca Cardigan

Make this lovely cardigan in a bulky weight, either cotton or wool and you have a sophisticated European-style garment. But, of course! This is another Elsebeth Lavold design from her Book Twelve, The Walk in the Park Collection!
When: Saturday, July 9th
9:30 - 11:30 am
Level: Intermediate
Teacher: Sheila

Reminder

The make up class for the Ran Sweater will be Saturday, May 21st with Sheila. Time 9:30 am - 11:30 am

REMINDER OF OUR WEEKLY SCHEDULE

Tuesdays, 9:30 - 11:30 open class with Christiane
Wednesday, during opening hours socks and 3:00 - 5:00 pm with Carol
Wednesday, 7:00 - 9:00 pm class night.
Thursday, 7:00 pm - ????? open sit'n knit.
Please sign up for the classes and get your yarn prior to the actual class date.

575 Buttons

Did you know that Yarns with a Twist carries 575 different kinds of buttons?
Here have a look at some of them:

 Pewter buttons and closures handcrafted in New England

Create an eye catching accent to your project with our stackable buttons.

Kids love fun buttons!!

Winner(s) of the Scribble Lace Shawl Contest and MORE New Yarns

ANNOUNCING THE WINNER(S)
OF THE SCRIBBLE LACE SHAWL CONTEST

It was so difficult to choose between the three entries that the decision was made to award all of participants with a $25.00 gift certificate to Yarns With A Twist. Photos of the prize winning shawls below -


Maralen LeBaron




Carol Riordan

 

Kim MacWay

MORE NEW YARNS

TRIANA

If you loved knitting scarves with Flounce yarn last fall, you will love the new TRIANA yarn. The colors and texture of Katia Triana combine to create a unique accessory. Free pattern available with yarn purchase. More colors will be arriving soon.

Content: 100% Acrylic

Care: Machine Wash Gentle Cold, Dry Flat.

Weight/Yardage: 100g/33yd

Gauge: US 7-8 needes

Knitting Weight: Novelty

BAZINGA!

Yarn Content: 53% Wool, 47% Acrylic

Yarn Gauge: 2.5 sts = 1"/US11 needle
Yarn Weight: Bulky
Yarn Length: 55 yds/50g ball

KUDO

Kudo is a cotton blend yarn perfect for slightly warmer garments. The yarn knits up into stripes with a tweedy look. This photo does not do the colors of this yarn justice. Stop by the shop to see this beautiful yarn up close and personal.

Content: 55% Cotton/40% Rayon/5% Silk

Care: Hand Wash, Dry Flat

Weight/Yardage: 100g/198yd

Gauge: 4.5 sts = 1" on US 7

Knitting Weight: - Worsted

TAHKI COTTON CLASSICS

Look at all these beautiful colors, many of them new! Tahki Cotton Classic is one of the classics. A mercerized cotton yarn that is perfect for all kinds of projects; from baby to adult - accessories to sweaters to blankets.

Content: 100% Mercerized Cotton

Care: Machine Wash Gentle Cold, Dry Flat.

Weight/Yardage: 50g/108yd

Gauge: 5 sts = 1" on US 6 or G-6 hook

Knitting Weight: DK

More New Yarns --

Sublime Baby Cashmere Merino Silk DK

Baby Hat (right) made with less than one skein of yarn. This soft, smooth yarn is a pleasure to work it. A good choice not only for baby garments, but for children and adults too.
Content: 75% Extra Fine Merino/20% Silk/5% Cashmere

Care: Hand Wash

Weight/Yardage: 50g/127yd

Gauge: 5.5 sts = 1" on US 6

Knitting Weight: DK.

Sublime Tussah Silk DK

Great texture!
Content: 50% Silk/50% Viscose

Care: Machine Wash Gentle Cold, Dry Flat.

Weight/Yardage: 50g/109yd

Gauge: 5.5 sts = 1" on US 6; US F-5 Hook

Knitting Weight: DK.

NEW COLORS - BERROCO REMIX

GREY, GOLD, BEIGE & BLUE

Berroco Remix is a wonderfully soft, non-wool tweed made from 5 recycled fibers! Great tweed option for those who can’t use, or prefer not to use wool.

Content: 30% Nylon/27% Cotton/24% Acrylic/10% Silk/9% Linen
Care: Machine Wash Gentle Cold, Dry Flat.

Weight/Yardage: 100g/216yd

Gauge: 4.25 sts = 1" on US 8

Knitting Weight: Worsted.

New Yarns

Berroco LINSEY

Perfect for warm weather projects.

Content - 64% Cotton/36% Linen

Care - Hand Wash, Dry Flat

Weight/Yardage - 50g/114yd

Gauge - 5 sts = 1" on US 7; 4 sc = 1" on US H-8 hook

Knitting Weight - Worsted

Elsebeth Lavold HEMPATHY

A blend of fibers gives you great results at a reasonable price.
The hemp gives terrific drape and linen-like feel,

the cotton adds softness, and the Modal nylon provides

elasticity & snap-back to shape.

Content - 40% Hemp/40% Cotton/20% Modal

Care - Machine Wash Warm, Dry Flat

Weight/Yardage - 50g/153yd

Gauge - 5.5-5.75 sts = 1” on US 4

Knitting Weight: - DK

Knit One, Crochet Too SOXX APPEAL

Never have to deal with saggy, baggy, socks!
The hint of elastic built right in keeps all your garments snuggly in place.
Great for baby items, hats, and mittens, too. Plus it's machine washable.

Fiber Content: 96% superwash Merino wool/3% nylon/1% elastic

Weight/Yardage: 50-gr ball, 208 yards

Sts per 4": 32 sts

Needles: US size 2 (2.75mm)

Berroco Remix
(Not new to the shop, but a yarn that deserves a second look)

Weight  - Worsted / 10 ply (9 wpi)

216 yards (198 meters)

100 grams (3.53 ounces)

Gauge  - 17.0 sts = 4 inches
Needle size  - US 8 - 5.0 mm

Fibers  - 30% Nylon, 27% Cotton, 24% Acrylic, 10% Silk, 9% Linen
Texture - tweedy, smooth, cottony, soft

Machine Washable
Made from 100% recycled fibers

Knit Picks Needles and More

Yarns With A Twist is now carrying Knit Pick Needles:
 -- Harmony Wood Straight and Double Pointed.
 -- Interchangeable tips -- Nickel Plated, Harmony Wood and Zephyr Acrylic -- and cables.
 -- Harmony Wood, Zephyr Acrylic and Nickel Plate sets which include tips from size 4 to 11, plus 24 and 32 inch cables.
 -- Harmony Wood and Nickel Plate double point sets
 -- Accessories which include stitch markers (flexible and locking), cable needles and view sizers.

 Kim completed this cute baby blanket using Cotton Classic

New Shop Sample - Garter Yoke Baby Cardi
using OnLine Supersocke 6-fach yarn.

Pattern available on Ravelry.com

YWAT has a nice selection of OnLine yarns in both 6 ply and sock.

New Yarn, New Sale Yarns, New Needles, Class Update

CRYSTAL PALACE SAUSALITO

Crystal Palace released their newest sock yarn, Sausalito, which could be best described as a two-ply version of Mini Mochi. It is very soft, and the stripes are almost tweedy-looking because of the two plies. Sausalito is 80% machine-washable Merino/20% nylon. 198 yards per skein. 6-8 stitches per inch.

PLYMOUTH ENCORE BOUCLE

Plymouth Encore Boucle – 75% Acrylic, 25% Wool. Super Bulky 2.5 sts=1 inch on US 11 needle. 101 yards per skein. Encore Boucle is not new to YWAT but we would like to call attention to this often overlooked yarn. Many beautiful colors and a perfect yarn for Prayer Shawls.

NEW SALE YARNS

TOFUtsies - 40% off

TOFUtsies is a beautiful and soft sock yarn that incorporates Chitin, a fiber made from shrimp and crab shells that has naturally antibacterial properties. Ideal for summer socks.

Content: 50% Superwash Wool/25% Soysilk Fibers/22.5% Cotton/2.5% Chitin
Care: Machine Wash Regular
Weight/Yardage: 100g/465yd

Gauge: 8 sts = 1" on US 1-2

Ella Rae Classic Print - 40% off

"Ella Rae Classic Print" from Ella Rae is a 100% wool yarn available in a multi range of color. With 200 yards in every ball as well as 100 grams, "Ella Rae Classic Print" is a good value for felting projects whether they are knitted or crocheted.

ALL MISSION FALLS YARNS - 35% OFF!

A selection of colors is still available in the 1824 Wool, 1824 Cotton and 135 Merino Superwash.
While supplies last and, since this company has gone out of business, no special orders made be placed.
ALL MISSION FALLS YARNS - 35% OFF!

KNIT PICKS NEEDLES

Yarns With A Twist is now carrying Knit Picks needles. For our first order we have Harmony Wood and Options Nickel Plated interchangeable needles (tips and cables), Harmony Wood straight and sets of double pointed needles in both Harmony Wood and Options Nickel Planted (6 inch needles and sizes 0 to 3).

Reminder that the Create your own Scribble Lace Shawl Contest Continues through April 30th. Click on the Class/Events tab at the top of this page for more details

CLASS UPDATE

BEACH TOTE

This delightful tote bag can be used for shopping, the beach, or if you have young children and are always carrying items for them, this is the perfect "Mom" bag.

Saturday, April 30th, 9:30 am - 11:30 am
Teacher: Sheila
Level: Beginner
Needles: US 6 and 8 and a size G crochet hook
Recommended yarn: Plymouth Fantasy Naturale (2 solid color skeins and 1 variegated skein) OR 220 yds. solid and 130 yds. variegated of worsted weight yarn
Eternalism Vest
Saturday, April 2nd, 9:30 am - 11:30 am
Level: Beginner ready to take the next step.

STRICK-LY SOCKS
Wednesday, April 6th and Wednesday, April 13th, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm or
Saturday April 9th and April 16th, 9:30 am to 11:30am
Teacher: Christiane
Level: Intermediate

LEARN TO CROCHET
Saturday, April 16th, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Teacher: Sue
Level: Beginner

ROADMAP SCARF
Wednesday, April 20th, 7:00 am - 9:00 pm
Saturday, April 30th, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Teacher: Barbara

Level: Intermediate

More information for all classes at Yarns With A Twist is available by checking the Class/Event tab at the top of this page.



Birthday Sale Continues

BIRTHDAY SALE
MARCH 15TH - APRIL 2ND

All yarn will be at  20% off.
Also, watch for selected yarns on sale for as much as 40%  off.  

All sales are final, already reduced yarn is excluded.

UFO Party will be held on Friday, March 25th from 7pm to 9pm. Bring one or two of your UFOs and a snack if you like. We will provide beverages and help to get you started with your finishing
battle.

Miss Marple will continue on Friday, April 1st, 7pm to 9pm.

Classes the week of March 28th include Double Knit Mittens and the Eternalism Vest. Check the Class/Event Tab at the top of this page for more information abut these and out upcoming classes.

Sandy's daughter Lisa was the recipient of this beautiful scarf. The yarn, Marina from Rozetti, was a gift from Deb Kolar. Deb purchased this yarn on her recent trip to California and the Stitchers West Convention. YWAT does not carry this brand but has ordered something similar - Triana from Katia. Triana is available in many beautiful colors and it will only take one skein to complete the scarf.

Sandy's cousin, Lynda Boose, is an avid knitter.

She is recently completed this interesting and cute scarf called by Diamond Links designed by Christie Furbe.

Margaret Hebert knitted this adorable baby sweater using Dale Baby Ull.

Simple Scarf made with Chunky Mochi yarn.

Kris Cap knitted with Skacel Urban Silk.

 

Spring Newsletter, Sale, Contest, Classes & Events

After a long, hard winter, the thought of Spring upon us is exhilarating to say the least.  With this in mind, lets broaden our horizons and let us take you on a journey to expand your knitting , and crocheting skills. We have lined up some exciting classes for all  that will introduce you to new techniques - aran knitting, cables, lace knitting, steaking, two handed stranding, intarsia to name a few. It’s March and YUP!!!!  It’s my birthday again.  Of course therefore will have our yearly BIRTHDAY - SALE MARCH 15TH - APRIL 2ND All yarn will be at 20% off. Also, watch for selected yarns on sale for as much as 40% off.    All sales are final, already reduced yarn is excluded.

SPECIAL EVENTS     Create your own Scribble Lace Shawl Scribble Lace Shawl Contest     Perfect for spring and cool summer nights, a Scribble Lace Shawl is knitted alternating a lace weight and bulky yarns. The shop sample was knitted using one skein of Knit One Crochet Too Doucer et Soie (70% Baby Mohair/30% Silk - 225 yards) and Rowan Summer Tweed (118 yards) and size 13 circular needles. The pattern is easy and designed for any level of knitter. The basic pattern is available for free at Yarns With A Twist                The Rules are simple: All yarn for your shawl must be selected from current yarn stock and purchased at Yarns With A Twist between Tuesday, March 15th and Saturday, April 30th (In other words - No special orders). You are welcome to follow the pattern for a Scribble Lace Shawl available at the shop, or you can choose your own. Bring your completed shawl to the shop by Saturday, April 30th. A photo will be taken and added to the bulletin board (no names will be shown). At the close of the contest, one shawl will be chosen the winner and a prize - a $25.00 Yarns With A Twist Gift Certificate will be awarded. The rest is up to you. Be creative. YWAT has a large stock of beautiful lace weight yarns ranging from simple to super fancy. Same for the bulky yarns. If you need help choosing your yarns, we will be there to offer suggestions.   -----------------------------------------   UFO PARTY   UFOs = unfinished Objects are very invasive, have the tendency to multiply and take over drawers, closets, knitting bags and not to mention whole rooms. Do you find yourself buying more and more knitting bags to just give your UFOs a new hiding place? Then it's time to fight the finishing battle! Friday, March 25 th, 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm we will have a Finishing Party Bring one or two of your UFOs and a snack if you like. We will provide beverages and help to get you started with your finishing battle.   ----------------------------------------     Miss Marple continues Friday, March 18th from 7:00 pm to 9:00pm

CLASSES   Double Knit Mittens   The double knitting technique allows you to knit two layers at once – outside and inside. When completed you will have a pair of mittens that will keep you warm and snuggle even on the coldest days.The pattern is written for either worsted weight or DK weight yarns. Sample pair in shop was knitted with Ella Rae Classic Print. Mission Falls 136 was used for the DK weight. Needles required for a woman’s size - Size 4 straight needles for the worsted and Size 6 needles for the DK - Two skeins of either yarn or at least 250 yards for either. For man’s size you will need to go up at least two sizes for proper fit. Prior to attending, please complete the ribbed cuff to the desired length. (Samples have a 3” cuff. If you would like yours to be longer, please make sure you have enough yarn). The class will begin learning how to double knit and mittens will be for a man or woman’s size. When:  Saturday, March 19th – 9:30 am to 11:30 am AND              Wednesday, March 23rd, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm Instructor: Barbara Level: Advanced Beginner   Patches Baby Sweater   This adorable cardigan is knitted in strips which are in turn knitted together. The self patterning sock yarn works up in a unique patchwork design. In this class you will learn how to create a nice edge which makes it much easier to pick up stitches or sew together. Further you will get introduced to a technique how to join strips of knitted pieces as you go.   Please bring to class:   Scrap yarn in two different colors but same   weight yarn (enough to knit a little swatch) + needles in the necessary size to work with your scrap yarn   Please purchase yarn for the sweater prior to class.     When: Wednesday, March 23, 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm Teacher: Christiane Level: Advanced beginner   Ran Sweater Part II   This is a continuation for the students that  attended the original class. When: Saturday, March 26, 9:30 am to 11:30 am Teacher: Sheila   Eternalism Vest   Are you a new knitter ready to take the next step? This vest is for you. Not only will you do the basic knit and purl, you will also learn to increase, decrease, a very simple short row that helps create the curve in the neckline, three needle bind-off and pockets will be added. This pattern is available in the Winter/Spring issue of Knitscene magazine which is available for sale at YWAT. The show sample vest was knitted using Schoppel Wolle Pur (100% Merino/164 yards) Another yarn option is Plymouth Tweed. Please purchase your yarn and needles prior to class. Prior to attending, please do a swatch to ensure and, if necessary, make changes in your needle size accordingly. This will ensure that on the first day of class everyone is ready to begin. When: Wednesday, March 30th, 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm or             Saturday, April 2nd, 9:30 am to 11:30 am Instructor: Barbara Level: Beginner ready to take the next step.   Strick-ly Socks   "Why another sock book? Because Candace Eisner Strick has something new to say! Not just a pattern collection, Strick-ly Socks presents an innovative method of constructing toes and heels that eliminates the need for short rows, wraps and yarn-overs. No counting, no grafting, no fuss - with Candace's fresh approach, your socks will no longer have those "tricky bits" that you put off for a quiet moment. Comprehensive step-by-step instructions and clear close-up photographs make these techniques accessible to every knitter with basic skills. Like Candace herself, Strick-ly Socks has a friendly, casual style that new sock knitters and sock veterans alike will appreciate and enjoy"-- says Sandi Rosner a well known teacher and designer.     Please buy your book and class material prior to class. When: Wednesday, April 6th & Wednesday, April 13th, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm or             Saturday, April 9th & Saturday 16th, 9:30 am - 11:30 am Teacher: Christiane Level: Intermediate   Learn to Crochet Here it is, the class many of you have requested. This class will start with the basics and will proceed into your first project, for example a scarf. It is also recommended that you purchase the book “Rowan Presents Crochet Workshop”. The cost is $27.95, but it is an excellent reference guide for the new crocheter. If you would like a book, please let Sandee know in advance so a copy can be ordered for you. When: Saturday, April 16th, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Instructor: Sue Please purchase your yarn and needles prior to class (Materials required: G & H crochet hook, one skein of any worsted weight yarn)     Roadmap Scarf Take a trip through your life and knit the Road Map Scarf.  Designed by Susan Barstein, this scarf pattern tells a story. “Where are you going? Where have you been? Use your own colors and remember where you were during your own journey through life.” This pattern is ideal for the knitter who is ready for a challenge. Each square is unique and each incorporates a different pattern and technique. Yarn requirements: 6 skeins (one of each color), Size 4 – 9: straight or size to obtain gauge. Size 4 – 32” circular needle or longer or size to obtain gauge for ruffle and i-cord. Gauge: 6 sts = 1 inch. The pattern calls for a sport yarn, but the Road Map Scarf which will be in the shop was knitted using Mission Falls 136 – a DK weight. Pattern is available for $8.00 as a Ravelry download Patterns must be purchased on-line and will not be available for sale in the shop. Please come to the class prepared with your yarn and needles. Prior to class, please do a swatch and if desired, adjust your needle size accordingly.   When: Wednesday, April 20th, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm or              Saturday, April 30th, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Instructor: Barbara Level: Intermediate   Beach Tote   This delightful tote bag can be used for shopping, the beach, or if you have young children and are always carrying items for them, this is the perfect "Mom" bag. Recommended yarn:  Plymouth Fantasy Naturale (2 solid color skeins and 1 variegated skein) or 220 yds. solid and 130 yds. variegated of worsted weight yarn. Needles: US 6 and 8 and a size G crochet hookWhen: Saturday, April 30th, 9:30 am -11:30 am Instructor: Sheila Level:  Beginner