Time for Giving

With just a few days before Christmas you have some choices: 

1. Knit or crochet something lovely - There is still time for make a hat or scarf for someone you love.  Pick a simple pattern, choose some beautiful yarn and cast on.  I selected Cascade's Cash Vero, a merino, cashmere and acrylic blend yarn in a worsted weight that is destined to be a scarf for my sweetheart.  But if the recipient was my niece, I might make a scarf of Tokyo - there are some excellent new colors that just came in.

2. Buy something already made - With the many fiber artists who make the knitwear, quilts and accessories in our shop, you can always find something that is just right.  A man in your life?  We've got some fine hats with a masculine look, in natural colors or dyed yarns.  Something for a young lady?  We can make up a hat and scarf ensemble in colors that will coordinate with a favorite dress coat or ski jacket.  A baby's first Christmas?  A handmade quilt for the wall or the crib is an instant heirloom.

3. Give yarn - Now this can work a number of different ways.  Knitters and crocheters always like yarn, particularly a unique handspun yarn or a luxury skein that they want, but hesitate to buy for themselves.  If you have a friend or relative who admires your work, maybe its time to give the gift of a lesson.  Yarn, needles and your time may be the best gift you can give.  You could be the favorite auntie by dinner time!

4. Give yarn and a promise - If you are a knitter who is out of time, why not give a heart-felt promise?  A pair of socks will be every bit as welcome in February as they are on December 25th - maybe even more so.  After all, it will still be cold long after the holiday hubbub dies down.  Choose a bright color!  In the gray days of winter, it will be just what the knitter - and the recipient - will need.


5. What about a Gift Certificate?  I know that some people think that gift certificates are impersonal, but I choose to differ.  A gift certificate at my favorite store - a yarn shop - means that I get to pick my own present.  I can get a head start on the sweater I want to knit, pick out a hat that is perfect for me, or even knit something for someone else.

What ever you choose, it's hard to go wrong.  We are well-stocked with yarns and beautiful hand made things.  Drop by and finish up your shopping by supporting local artists and crafts people.

We Wish Ewe a Merry Christmas

If you are doing your holiday shopping for the knitters or non-knitters on your list, you can find a little something at the shop these days.  Of course you can knit scarves or hats or socks for your family and friends, and knitters never mind getting yarn or a great book, but you can also purchase a fun gift from our collection.

Sending Christmas cards?  This is what my friends and family will see when they open their envelopes.  Irish illustrator Thomas Joseph gives us whimsical sheep on cards as well as on mugs for drinking that steaming cuppa.   There are also some fun kitchen sets - towels, oven mitts & potholders also with whimsical sheep motifs from Wacky Woolies.

If wearables are more to your taste, our local fiber artists are knitting, crocheting and weaving hats, scarves, shawls, accessories and more.  Our selection is excellent right now ranging from sophisticated to funky, classic to modern.  And you'll know that there won't be another hat just like yours.  Support your local artists - they put love and care and fine craftsmanship into every thing they make.

We're open late Friday and Saturday evenings so drop by.  On Friday night bring your yarn and needles and join us for sit and knit.