Knit N’ Listen (to a good book) Returns Friday, October 7th

Beginning Friday, October 7th and continuing each Friday through the month of October, YWAT will once again offer an informal evening of listening to a book on DVD while enjoying each others company.  Bring your current project OR join us in the Shawlette Knit-A-Long. Each week, as the new portion of the Shawlette pattern is made available online, we will work on it together, help each other over any rough patches. Information about the Knit-A-Long is located in the Sunday Sept 25 Blog Post or http://knitpurlhunter.com/kal/kal-info/

Call the shop to reserve your spot for what will be a fun evening. Time - 7pm to 9pm.

Progressive Needles Knit-Along, with Michelle Hunter 

sponsored by Skacel yarns.

The project for October is a Shawlette. The yarn being used is Simplicity by HiKoo (pictured above). You will need 3 skeins of one color and size 10-32" circular needles (or size necessary to achieve desired gauge). The color pack pictured above conveniently came with three of each color. If you are planning to participate, please come in soon to select your yarn.  Pattern for the Shawlette will be available beginning October 6th. This is an online knit-a-long and information is available at:  http://knitpurlhunter.com/kal/kal-info/

From a Shawlette to Socks each month between October 2011 and February 2012 a different pattern worked as a knit-a-long. More information on how you participate can be found at http://www.skacelknitting.com/s.nl/sc.2/category.55525/.f


 
Beginning Friday, October 7th and continuing each Friday through the month of October, YWAT will once again offer an informal evening of listening to a book on DVD while enjoying each others company.  Bring your current project OR join us in the Shawlette Knit-A-Long. Each week, as the new portion of the Shawlette pattern is made available online, we will work on it together, help each other over any rough patches. Call the shop to reserve your spot for what will be a fun evening. Time - 7pm to 9pm.

Simplicity is a 55% Merino Superwash, 28% Acrylic, 17% Nylon

117 yards per 50 gram hank\

New Yarn in the Shop

Green Dragon Yarn by David Simpson. Beautifully hand dyed in colors that just can't wait to jump on your needles to create your next masterpiece. More information about Green Dragon Yarn is available at

http://www.cyberfyber.com/

Roxbury Pond Class Begins October 5th

ROXBURY POND

Simple elegance, intriguing texture, detail and shape make this piece a must have. This semi-circular shawl uses a short row technique that is easy for less experienced knitters too. The decorative picot edging is worked as you go.

When: Wednesday, October 5th, 7pm - 9pm or

Saturday, October 8th, 9:30am - 11:30am

Instructor: Christiane

Level: advanced beginner

Please pick your yarn prior to class.

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Margaret Welch knitted this beautiful shawl.
Pattern:  Earth & Sky by Stephen West
Yarn: Elsebeth Lavold Silky Wool

September/October Classes and New Workshop

ROXBURY POND

Simple elegance, intriguing texture, detail and shape make this piece a must have. This semi-circular shawl uses a short row technique that is easy for less experienced knitters too. The decorative picot edging is worked as you go.

When: Wednesday, October 5th, 7pm - 9pm or

Saturday, October 8th, 9:30am - 11:30am

Instructor: Christiane

Level: advanced beginner

Please pick your yarn prior to class.

BOOGA BAG

A fun and easy felted bag which makes a great gift. Learn about about felting , knitting in the round and how to make a simple i-cord.

When: Wednesday, October 12th and/or
Wednesday, October 19th, 7pm - 9pm
Instructor: Christiane
Level: Beginner, you need to know how to cast on, knit and purl.

LACE WATERFALL CARDIGAN

If you’re new to lace knitting, this is the project for you! Learn the relationship between yarn overs and knit togethers that is the basis for all lace knitting. Make this lovely cardigan in either linen, cotton or lightweight wool. It’s a truly feminine design and will look lovely over a short sleeve or long sleeve shirt.

When: Saturday, October 29th, 9:30am - 11:30am
Instructor: Sheila
Level: Intermediate
Please select yarn prior to class

EINSTEIN COAT

The pattern is described as
* Very easy
* Lots of Knitting
* Minimal Finishing
My kind of pattern! The Einstein coat is the perfect project for the beginner knitter who is ready to make something besides scarves, hats and mittens. As with all patterns in this book all you have to know is how to cast on and the knit stitch. The pattern is also constructed in such a way that if you would prefer making a shorter version it can be easily accomplished.
Pattern is available for children and adults. Yarn requirements will depend on the pattern size you chose.

When: Saturday, October 29th 2pm - 4pm
Instructor: Barbara
Material: Bulky yarn, size US 8 and 10 needles
Please select yarn prior to class
This will be a Knit-A-Long and additional class dates will be chosen.
Pattern by Sally Melville: The Knitting Experience: Book 1: The Knit Stitch. Available at Yarns With A Twist

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MAKING MITTENS AND HATS AND SCARVES WORKSHOPS

Now that the cool weather is finally here and the cold will quickly follow there has been an increased interest in making mittens, scarves and hats. These items are not only essential for winter, they also make wonderful holiday gifts for just about anyone on your list.

There are so many patterns available it is difficult to choose for classes what the majority would like to learn. We thought, instead of trying to please only a few with specific classes, we would have a regular Mitten, Hat and Scarf Workshop in an attempt to accommodate everyone’s requests.

First workshop will be held on Tuesday evening October 11th  from 5pm to 8 pm. Workshops will continue every other Tuesday. You are welcome to bring your current project or we can assist you in selecting what will be next on your needles. Assistance will be available to help you work through problems you might be experiencing with your current project. Fair Isle, cables, knitting with beads, double knitting, using double pointed or circular needles are only a few of the topics that will be discussed. New yarns, patterns and techniques will be introduced to encourage you to take on a new challenge.

Attend whatever Tuesdays you want and stay the full three hours or less. The shop is normally closed Tuesday evenings for regular business. It will remain open only to accommodate this workshop.

If you would like to join us, please call the shop and have your name added to the list. This applies to each Tuesday workshop. Likewise, if you are unable to attend a workshop you had previously signed up for let us know that too. The workshops are free, but we do ask that you purchase your yarn and supplies from Yarns With A Twist.

When – First Workshop--Tuesday, October 11^th. Additional workshops will be held every other Tuesday. Future dates will be posted on the YWAT Blog.

Time – 5pm to 8 pm

Instructor - Barbara

Yarns With A Twist will be participating in the Progressive Needles Knit-Along, with Michelle Hunter sponsored by Skacel yarns.

From a Shawlette to Socks each month between October 2011 and February 2012 a different pattern worked as a knit-a-long. Patterns will be supplied online at http://knitpurlhunter.com/kal/kal-info/ and YWAT will be have in stock the required yarn from Skacel for each project. There are prizes too….

More information on how you participate can be found at http://www.skacelknitting.com/s.nl/sc.2/category.55525/.f

YWAT is the first yarn store in Connecticut participating in this KAL. If you want to join in the fun, don’t wait to long to stop at the shop and purchase your yarn for the current months KAL.

The yarn for the October project will be available soon at YWAT. So get Ready, Set and Let's Knit.

RUCKLE HAT CLASS

An impromptu class to learn how to knit the Ruckle Hat  has been scheduled for Wednesday, September 21st from 5pm to 7pm. 

The Ruckle Hat is described as "a soft,scrunchy hat with folds or puckers knit into the body".  The pattern is available in the current issue of KnitCircus. Knit Circus is an online publication. http://www.knitcircus.com/. You can view the magazine, but must purchase a subscription for the patterns. Patterns for a specific issued can also be purchased for a nominal price at: http://www.knitcircus.com/patternshop/index.php.

The hat in the photo was knittied with two skeins of Berroco Pure Merino and Size 8 - 16" circular and double pointed needles. Choose from the many colors of Berroco Pure Merino available at YWAT or choose another yarn that is will give you 4 1/2 stitches to the inch.

This class is excellent for any one with basic knitting skills. This hat will be knitted in the round on circular and double pointed needles, using a provisional cast on, stockinette stitch, increase and decreases and picking up stitches on the wrong side for the tucks.