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America's Oldest Yarn Shop

 

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  Vol. XLI  No V AMERICA'S OLDEST YARN SHOP Aug 2023

MONTH LONG ANNUAL COTTON SALE


 

WHY COTTON?

Utahns should be all about knitting/crocheting/weaving with cotton at least half of the time. Why? Because Utah weather is the PERFECT cotton weather at least half of the time! A great go-to layer as we dress for our wide daily Utah temperature swings, and in the hot weather months cotton is our BFFF (Best Fiber Friend Forever!). Cotton wicks moisture away from the body and it evaporates – and cools you - quicker than from bare skin. Add to that it is: machine washable and dryable, 100% hypo-allergenic, and dreamy soft. There are just so many benefits to cotton, and we are about to add another one…

ALL COTTON IS ON SALE IN FEBUARY!

                                                                A cotton plant with a green stem

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 If it’s cotton, or has cotton in it, it’s AT LEAST 20% OFF in February! From Lizbeth tatting and crochet threads to warp cotton on cones for weavers and everything in between! And to make it even better we have some great new cotton yarns to introduce:

WINDFALL: We named this yarn “Windfall” because that is what it is. We bought, sight unseen, a pallet of cotton yarn from a surplus dealer. We have dyed, knit, crocheted and woven it, machine washed and dryed it and it is fabulous stuff! It is a bulky weight (approx. 350 yds/lb), single ply yarn perfect for so many things! See the samples in the store. The best part? The big, 1 lb. skeins are regularly just $15.00 and they are 20 % off in February making them just $12.00/lb. If you want the entire, undyed cone (approx. 12 lbs) it is only $7.50/lb or during the February cotton sale - $6.00/lb. And when it’s gone it’s gone so take advantage now!


APLAMAYO: Locally made in Pleasant Grove, Utah, these stunning one of a kind pieces are a perfect gift for any yarn aficionado. We have various  sizes and styles, $49.99-$54.99.Another great Jody Long yarn. Worsted weight with 191 yds. in 100 gms, and a blend of 50% organic cotton and 50% baby alpaca, it is dreamy to feel, fun to use and comes in gorgeous colors. We used it to make knitted and crocheted shoes with the great Botties soles, which are also an upcoming class! Regularly just $12.50, get it in February for $9.99!

SEASPUN: 50% cotton, 50% polyester, BUT the polyester is created from plastics cleaned out of the ocean! Really! Knit or crochet something beautiful AND help clean the oceans at the same time! DK weight, machine washable. 50 gm ball and 20% savings in February!

BOZZOLO: Worsted weight, 100% cotton, made in Italy. Great solids and self striping variegated colors. Cable plied with a touch of sheen, and 20% off in February!

BITTERSWEET FARWELL
We are bidding farewell to our beloved Hava as she and her family are leaving for (literally) greener pastures. They have purchased a farm in Illinois and Wednesday, January 31 is her last day at the store. OF COURSE we will have all the best treats and celebrate all things Hava that day. Please come in and wish her well!


2024 KAL/CAL
This year we are doing 12 fun projects, each a stand alone accomplishment on their own. February’s KAL is an adorable cowl with heart shaped cables, and the CAL is a fun Conversation Heart Pillow. You always get the pattern free and 10% off the yarn you purchase for the project. And even though each month is an individual project, if you buy the first 11, then you get December’s project for free!  


120 YEAR SPECIAL
To celebrate our 120th anniversary year, each month we are offering a special to our newsletter readers. In February, mention the newsletter and take 10% off any single purchase that totals $120.00 in merchandise. This is a one time offer and includes all regularly priced merchandise in the store. If you have been thinking about a Cricket loom, or a spinning wheel, or a big afghan yarn purchase, F
February is your month! And thank you for reading the newsletter!

TREASURES FROM ECUADOR
Join us Saturday, February 10 from 10 AM – 4 PM for a fabulous one-day trunk show type sale featuring beautiful ready-to-wear pieces from Ecuador. Meet the delightful Luz Pineda, who is here studying English in preparation for attending BYU. Her family owns a business in Ecuador manufacturing hats, cowls, hooded ponchos and other great products. Luz will be here with great items for purchase. And OK, twist our arm… special snacks too!

URTH TRUNK SHOW

We are smitten with everything we have seen made out of the gorgeous Uneek yarns from Urth, and we’re about to see a lot more! Urth yarns is sending us a full trunk show with lots of beautiful models, and of course we will have the yarns and patterns so you can have your own version of these stunning pieces. Stop in March 1st to 9th to enjoy the collection and spark your creativity!

 


 

 

 

 

CLASSES

 

KNITTING

 


KAL HELP CLASS: Get help with your KAL project the 3rd Thursday or Saturday of the month. February: Heart Cabled Cowl. 6-8 PM on the 15th OR 10 AM-noon on the 17th. Free with purchase of the KAL project.

PARK OF THE MONTH CLASS: 
Our one shot class/mini National Park Hat KAL each month continues on the 2nd Saturday from 10-noon. Buy a kit for the class and take 10% off the regular retail price and of course as always, you get all the help you need any time. February 10: Mount Rainier, March 9, Yosemite. $10.00 plus supplies. Pre-registration is HIGHLY ENCOURAGED so we have enough hat kits available!

 


HOODED SCARF: Beginner level class with results that are anything but beginner-like. Join Aly and create this lovely piece like a pro. See the model done in the decadent Airspun yarn. Pre-requisite: must know how to knit and purl. Fridays, Feb. 16, 23, 5-7 PM. $25.00 plus supplies.

KNITTED SHOES: It was quite the engineering feat (feat…feet… see what we just did there?) but Hava wrote a pattern to knit a pair of shoes with the New Botties shoe soles that we 
carry. Spoiler alert – it’s not hard, you just need LOTS of double point needles! Join Bobbi and create a pair of shoes knit out of the same yarn you used to knit your sweater! Must be able to knit, purl, and crochet one pass around the sole. Mondays, February 26, March 4, 11. 6-8 PM. $35.00 plus supplies.

MAIN SQUEEZE: This wonderful, squishy sweater is flattering, comfortable, and quick to make in bulky yarn. Try on the store model and fall in love! Kathy takes you through the process, including a tutorial using the pocket as a swatch and blocking to be sure of gauge. Saturdays, Feb. 10, 17, 24, Mar. 2. Noon-2PM. $35.00 plus supplies.

CUSTOM DYED SWARF: The swarf is a genius, easy to knit piece that “fakes” a sweater layer under a jacket or pullover. Kathy leads this great beginner project class. Choose the marls option or use undyed superwash merino yarn and Bobbi will help you in our dye studio to dye it however you like! See the models in the store. Saturdays, March 9, 16. Noon-2. $25.00 plus MDK Guide and supplies. $10.00 to custom dye finished piece.

 





CROCHET

 

CAL HELP CLASS: Get help with your CAL project the 3rd Thursday or Saturday of each month. February: Conversation Heart Pillow, 6-8 PM on the 15th or 10AM-noon on the 17th. Free with purchase of the CAL project.

CROCHETED SWEATS: Never, EVER get lost in a crowd again! Aly uses Tunisian crochet to create crocheted sweatpants. No pre-requisite so this is a great way to learn Tunisian crochet and there isn’t a funner project on the planet. Join Aly and be part of a really, really elite club in your crocheted sweatpants. Wednesdays, Feb. 14, 21, and 28. 5-7 PM. $35.00 plus supplies. 

 

 

 
 

TATTING / LACE

                                                       


TAT ALONG: Join Dale the 3rd Wednesday of the month and spend 2024 creating the motifs to complete this beautiful design designed to be appliqued onto a shirt, pillow, curtain, etc. Each month a different part of the design with new, fun skills learned. February 21, 6-8 PM. Join in the fun for just $5.00/class plus supplies!

TATTING II: Continue the journey with Level 2, where you learn additional patterning, beginning/ending techniques, how to corect mistakes, basic beading and so much more! Prerequisite: Tatting I or demonstrate knowledge and skill to join the class at this level. Tuesdays, Mar. 12, 19, 26, Apr. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30. 7-9 PM. $120.00 plus supplies.

TATTING V: Tat your own refrigerator in this advanced level class. OK, not really, but you will learn advanced thread additions, directional tatting, multi-thread rings, multi-thread chains, knot centered medallions and much more. Prerequisite: Tatting IV or demonstrate knowledge and skill to join the class at this level. Tuesdays, Mar. 12, 19, 26, Apr. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30. 5-7 PM. $120.00 plus supplies. 

 

 

SPINNING

 

BEGINNING SPINNING: Turn fiber into yarn and discover your newest obsession! Learn to use both a drop spindle and a spinning wheel, try various wheels and fibers and you’re a spinner! Tuesdays, Feb. 6, 20, 27, Mar. 6, 6-8 PM OR Saturdays, Feb. 24, Mar. 2, 9, 16. 10 AM-noon. $85.00 includes use of spindle, wheels, and all supplies.

RIGID HEDDLE WEAVING: Dip your toe in the weaving water. Rigid heddle looms are user friendly, offer infinite creative possibilities and inexpensive to purchase when you decide you NEEEED one. Complete 2 projects and be on your way with Bobbi’s class! Thursdays 6-8 PM AND Saturdays Noon-2 PM. Feb. 22, 24, 29, Mar. 2, 7, 9. $90.00 includes all supplies and use of loom.