Classes, Classes, Classes...

Classes, Classes, Classes... do you hang up your hooks and needles in the summer time? Why not take advantage of the summer to learn something new? Coming in June, we will be exploring a knitted tote bag on the 22nd and 29th. Socks (toe-up/2 at a time) is offered every Saturday from 12-2pm. Coming in July - get started on your Christmas Stockings and other holiday gifts and decorations! What do you want to learn?

Found on the Internet... 2 of Mitzy's patterns  that are available on Ravelry were highlighted on the Skacel Knitting blog.  

These patterns were also featured during our Baby College  classes that ran from January to April. This Fall Baby College will feature crocheted items. Mitzy is busy working on plans and projects. Check back to find out what we will be working on.

What's on the hooks and needles at Moore Yarn?

Mitzy created 3 new animals - SipSip Bunny, SipSip Bear and SipSip Pig (Flo calls them the Pudgie Bunch)! They are perfect for small children and babies. Kits for the SipSips are available at the store. You will be able to make one large SipSip or 2 small ones.

She is also working a adaptation of the Seven Dwarfs pattern by Alan Dart. The original pattern is knitted flat and each dwarf is made of numerous small pieces. Mitzy took her mouse pattern, which is done in the round, and has created her own version. Each dwarf is made from scraps of other projects!

Flo has been fascinated by vintage knitted and crocheted bags, especially beaded ones. This week, she finished a vintage beaded crochet Reticule (purse) with almost 1,700 beads. The pattern is from 1900, so it required some 'translation' as she worked. Flo is planning to update the pattern, including a chart for the bead placement.

Sweater University with the Yoked, Fair Isle sweater continues. Flo has started on the sleeves and is being adventurous using Magic Loop to work both sleeves at the same time. Several members of the class have also started on their sleeves. The sweater will be completed in September.

The official start of Summer is here, 

so what's on your needles or hooks? 

Most people prefer small projects that can be taken on trips, to the beach or while watching the kids or grand kids at the pool. Looking for a summer project? How about one of these...

1. Socks are great for the summer.  Whether you work them from the cuff to the toes or from the toes to the cuff, they do not become dead weight in your lap like afghans can. You can work one sock at a time or do both at the same time and when you're done, you're done! Always work cuff down? why not sign up for our Sock Hop and try going the other way... 2 at a time.

2. Fingerless gloves, small contained and great for holiday gifts! Fingerless gloves can be done 2 at a time as well. Pick a simple style with colorwork, cables or lace for those patio or beach lazy days.

3. Amigurumi and softie toys are also great summer projects. Small parts can be knit or crocheted and placed in a Ziptop bag until assembly time. if you have parts that looks alike but have different uses, store them separately in labelled bags.

Or you could begin planning for your holiday gift projects. Make a list of recipients and list possible projects for that person. Add colors likes and dislikes, and any other pertinent information such as sensitivities to materials, etc. If you need some ideas or inspiration, check out Ravelry.com (knitting & crochet) or Moogly.com (crochet)

Or revisit a project in your "Timeout" pile. Stop by Moore Yarn at Airport Plaza for help if you have lost your way.

Or start something to be finished later, like that afghan or blanket that you promised your son or daughter. Depending on the material you are working with, you may get a fair about done before the weather gets too hot. Maybe try one that is done in pieces and sewn or crocheted together.

Knit & Purl's Tip for the Week:

If you are working with a complex pattern, use a "Lifeline" to give you a safe row to back up to in case you get into trouble. On your pattern, write "L" next to the row on which you will be placing the lifeline. Each time you complete that row, thread a blunt tipped needle with a contrasting, smooth yarn that is a bit thinner than what you are working with. If you are using circular needles, move your work onto the cable before threading through the stitches. It will be easier to get the needle through. Work the needle through the stitches on your needle and out the other end. Remove the needle. Remember to go around any ring markers that you are using, or they will get caught in your lifeline. 

IS SATURDAY JUNE 10th. 

We will be closing Moore Yarn at 3pm and heading over to Kazia Rae's Restaurant at 49 Carr Avenue, Keansburg, NJ for our official hangout for Knit in Public Day from 4-7pm!

We will be outside the restaurant, just look for our banner. Should the weather not cooperate, we will meet inside the restaurant.

Kazia's will also be hosting a fundraiser for the Keansburg Centennial Committee, in the form of a Pop-up Fiber Arts & Crafts show. Spaces are available for people who want to sell items, demonstrate skills and techniques (weaving, spinning & the like) or show off their talents. The cost for the space is $10 (which will be donated to the Centennial Committee).  Please bring your own table and chairs.

If you would like to participate as a vendor/demonstration, please give Flo or Mitzy a call that the store (732-847-3665) ASAP, as space is limited. 

Kidz Kamp is coming to...

Dates: Tuesday thru Friday (4 day week)

        Week #1: 6/27-6/30

Week #2:   7/25-7/28

Week #3:   8/22-25

               

Age Groups:

Group 1 – 6-8 yrs               1 hour sessions                   10:00a-11:00p

          Group 2 – 8-10 yrs             1.5 hr sessions                    11:30a-1:00p

          Group 3 – 10-12 yrs           2 hr sessions                       1:30-3:30p

Group 1 Projects – each day something different

                Finger Knitting

                PomPom Animals

                Fork Lucet Braiding

                Crochet (chain necklace with beads, Bracelet (chain length, slip stitch back/button closure)

Group 2 Projects – each day something different

                Comb Knitting

                PomPom Necklace

                Fork Lucet Brading

                Crochet (Button Flower, Bracelet Ch length/sc back, button closure)

Group 3 Projects – Project within same discipline

                Knitting

                                Day 1: Basics of Knitting

                                Day 2-4: Phone Case or cup cozy or Pompom scarf   

                Crochet

                                Day 1: Basics of Crochet

                                Day 2-4: Cup cozy or Belt, Bowl or Chick

Cost: $75* for 4 sessions or $20 per day.

* Fee must be paid in advance, but may split up & used at any time the during 3 weeks (ex. 1 session in Week #1, 2 sessions in Week #2, and 1 session in Week #3).