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HABU TEXTILES will be at Yarn Barn Saturday NOVEMBER 17th!

Posted in Events by yarnbarn on the November 16th, 2007

Meet Takako Ueki, owner of Habu Textiles and get a first look at all the newest fibers and patterns from this unique yarn artisan! She’ll be bringing finished garments for you to try on and you’ll be able to order kits in any size or color you like!

Attendance is FREE! Don’t miss out on this chance!

THIS SUNDAY: 12-3pm KNIT OUTSIDE THE BOX with Laurie Kimmelstiel!!!

Posted in Classes by yarnbarn on the November 2nd, 2007

There’s still time to sign up for this Sunday’s special workshop with Laurie Kimmelstiel, co-author of Exquisite Little Knits!

This workshop encourages knitters of all skill levels to explore and develop their innate creative abilities, how to be imaginative and ultimately learn how to become more comfortable with developing their own designs.

Workshop participants will be encouraged to expand their own repertoires by knitting the unexpected and/or adding unique enhancements in color, fiber or stitch techniques to their knitted garments and accessories. Using prepared knitted swatches, workshop participants will experiment with assorted fibers and stitch techniques to add innovative and unusual trims and styling to their knitwear. Knitters of all skill levels are encouraged to enhance their craft through fiber and color.

Laurie will also talk about her background, the process of writing a knitting book and well as present a trunk show of garments from Exquisite Little Knits.

Participants should bring the following: 4-6 knitted swatches using various types of fibers. Swatches should be approximately 4” square.

Assorted knitting needles (including 16” circulars) and a crochet hook.

Small amounts of various yarns including ribbons, novelty, silks, etc.

Cost is $60 - Call today to sign up - 203-397-5117!