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Grab your calendar, coffee and read on!
Do you want to knit stunning projects in two colors? Have you seen beautiful sweaters, hats, and socks with intricate colorwork, and now you want to knit one too? Well, then you came to the right place! Master the art of knitting with two colors simultaneously on circular needles. Fair Isle knitting allows you to create stunning designs that will leave you inspired to knit more. This class will teach you how to read color charts and handle multiple yarns, setting you up for endless creative possibilities.
Do you want to knit stunning projects in two colors? Have you seen beautiful sweaters, hats, and socks with intricate colorwork, and now you want to knit one too? Well, then you came to the right place! Master the art of knitting with two colors simultaneously on circular needles. Fair Isle knitting allows you to create stunning designs that will leave you inspired to knit more. This class will teach you how to read color charts and handle multiple yarns, setting you up for endless creative possibilities.
If you have already been knitting in the round on large projects like scarves or sweaters, you know how easy the magic loop method can be. But when you want to make something smaller, with a small diameter like sweater sleeves, mittens, or closing the top of hats, or socks, you may have to use this method.
The trend in embroidery: Punch needle. This craft is easy to learn. It gives quick results and makes stunning textile art. This beginner-friendly workshop will introduce you to various punch stitch techniques using one of our vibrant project kits. It's a fun and relaxing way to create beautiful textured designs.
Autumn pumpkin making - open to crocheters and knitters. A fun class to get you into the fall spirit while creating beautiful home decor for the "season." (prerequisite -know basic knit or crochet stitches) - class is open to and will accomodate both knitters and crocheters.
Needle Tips!
Have you heard? We now carry Chiaogoo Red Lace Interchangeable Tips!
We have size 4" & 5".
Prairie by Blue Sky Fibers!
A brushed suri yarn that’s 100% alpaca! Prairie is all natural and an excellent alternative for lace weight mohair. Prairie’s unique blend consists of 53% Suri Alpaca/47% Baby Huacaya Alpaca. Each hank is 50g/273yd and the recommended needle and hook sizes range from 3.5-5.5mm. Prairie is available in 14 colors.
Patterns to use Prairie:
Cargill Cowl by Rebecca Clow
Modern Wrapper by Churchmouse Yarns & Teas
Love Note by Tin Can Knits
Smooshy Cashmere in Fingering Weight
How many times have you wanted to make that one garment, just for you, that is cozy & comfy and beautfiul but doesn't break the bank! Well, now you can!
We just recieved a large stock of Dream in Color Smooshy Cashmere!
From socks to cardigans, this is the yarn you will want to reach for.
Here are a couple of free projects we found in Smooshy Cashmere.
Le Pouf by Beata Jezek
Campfire Cardigan by Jess Coppom
Winters Frost by This Handmade Life
Did someone say Knit A-long?? Join us this October as we dive in with Stephen West on this years Westknits MKAL!
We will have a KICK OFF PARTY here at the shop at 5 PM, after the store closes! Join us for some snack and drinks and lots of fun!
This year's GO GO DYNAMO MKAL is a 2 color mystery knit along! The Knit Along starts October 3rd. The pattern is only €7.00 EUR or in US 7.75.
Click on the link, Go Go Dynamo MKAL to get your introduction to the MKAL. It will tell you all about high contrast, low constrast yarns, adding suri or mohair to your pattern, and answer any other question you may have.
Clues will come out once a week for four weeks. After you purchase the pattern, the updates will arrive in your email in box and Ravelry as an update.
Recommended Yarns: Life in the Long Grass.
Heart2Heart carries a beautiful pallet of Life in the Long Grass colors.
This year’s shawl works well with all kinds of fingering weight yarn types and fiber contents.
Yardage: Approximately 1572yds / 1440m total
MC (Main Color) - 786yds / 720m
CC (Contrast Color) - 786yds / 720m
If your fingering weight yarn comes in 100g skeins, then you will need 2 skeins of each color. If yarn comes in 50g skeins/balls, you will need 4 skeins/balls of each color. You may have some
leftovers, but it’s best to have the recommended amount of yarn listed above.
October 25-27: Fall Retreat at Frog Creek Lodge (more info coming soon, watch your email)
November 9: Jamie Lomax, Pacific Knit Co book signing & Trunk Show
National Park Hat Kits
Many have asked if we are still making kits. YES, we are. So far we have put together 43 different kit out of the the 63 published in Nancy Bates Knitting the National Parks. We try to make a new kit each week, as time allows. You can always call or check the website if there is a specific hat you are looking for.
Hold on, have you seen Nancy's recent patterns?
"All American Road Trip"
Follow along as Nancy adds a new state about every 4-6 weeks.
Yes, we will be putting together kits for her first All American Road Trip Beanie, Washington State.
As wth the National Parks kits, these will also include everything you need to make the beanie, faux leather tag included. Prices may vary depending on how many colors used for each hat.
Spend a few hours with other crafters and work on your knit, crochet, or needle craft projects. Please bring your own supplies and projects with you. Pleasant company is provided to share ideas and inspiration!
Tuesday's 4-7 pm
Thursday's 11 am -2 pm
Heart2Heart Knitting & Fiber Arts
19735 10th Ave. NE S102
Poulsbo, WA 98370
(360) 930-8578
www.heart2heartknittingfiberarts.com
email: heart2heartknitting@gmail.com
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