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Nov 19 / Karen

Small Business Weekend

Dear Friends,SS_Logo_Clean_Blue

Please join us as we celebrate our Small Business! We are thankful for YOU, our customers, for supporting us and helping us to create the sense of community that is at the heart of everything we do at Knitting Temptations.We have some special things in store for what we are calling Small Business Weekend. Shop with us on Friday, November 28 and Saturday, November 29, and upon checkout you’ll have the opportunity to win one of several fantastic door prizes!

DOOR PRIZES
When you shop with us on Small Business Weekend (November 28 & 29), upon checkout you’ll have the opportunity to WIN one of several fabulous door prizes! KITS, NEEDLES, PATTERNS — a SMALL way to express BIG thanks for all your support to our SMALL BUSINESS!

CLEARANCE SALE
As we receive new yarns, our clearance area is constantly “restocked” with luxury fibers available at deeply-discounted prices. During Small Business Weekend, find great clearance discounts AND this special deal: BUY 2 AT CURRENT DISCOUNT, GET A 3RD OF THE SAME AT DOUBLE THE DISCOUNT!For example: Purchase 2 balls/skeins of sale yarn that are 25% off, and we will take 50% off the 3rd!

KAMIBASHI STRING DOLL SALE
We introduced The String Doll Gang® at our Madelinetosh Event in September. Looking for a unique way to dress up a package or a gift for the kids’ teachers? Clip one on your project bag, one on your keys, and one on your rear view mirror! Great gift idea for one and all!If you haven’t had a chance to see these adorable creations in person, particularly Purl and Seamus, you need to check them out!

Each 2-3″ doll comes with a double-sided fabric tag with that character’s special saying and hangs on a lobster claw clip.

Kamibashi, a Fair Trade Federation member, says this about their product: “Meet The String Doll Gang®, handmade in Thailand. Each String Doll has his or her own special power that is always positive and helpful. They are fun for the whole family and make a perfect gift – we like to call them $10 pieces of art!”

During Small Business Weekend, we are running a special on ALL in-stock styles of String Dolls: BUY 2 DOLLS AT REGULAR PRICE, GET 1 AT 50% OFF!

KNITTING TEMPTATIONS SHOP HOURS, November 26-29

Wednesday, November 26 – CLOSED at 3:00pm
Thursday, November 27 – CLOSED for Thanksgiving
Friday, November 28 – OPEN 10AM to 5PM
Saturday, November 29 – OPEN 10AM to 5PM

Oct 24 / Karen

New Building Blocks Series

We are excited to announce that Michelle Hunter has scheduled a new Building Blocks series beginning Tuesday, March 1, 2016, and continuing the first Tuesday of every month for 12 additional months. We have two sessions available: afternoon from 2:00pm-4:00pm OR evening from 6:00pm-8:00pm. Space is limited for this series and will be filled on a first-come first-served basis. Dates for the entire series are listed below.

Building Blocks is a skill-building series; the only prerequisite is that students MUST BE proficient in the knit, purl, and cast on stitches. Over the 13 month class, students build skills and confidence as they become experienced  knitters. Participants learn new stitches, tips, and techniques, and leave the Building Blocks series with a treasure chest of knitting knowledge. The series progresses through major knitting concepts while creating one knitted square at a time, and in the final class, students learn how to arrange and sew together the 12 beautiful blocks to create a wonderful afghan.

The course registration fee is $250.00 and includes the book, Building Blocks (a $20 value), which is distributed at the first class in March. The course is an incredible value as it equates to less than $18 per class. The course fee is due IN FULL at the time of registration. Payments may be made with check, cash, or credit card by calling (614) 734-0618 or stopping by the shop during business hours. If paying for the course in full creates difficulties for you, please contact the shop owner, Karen Wilkins; she is happy to work with potential students to make this wonderful course possible for all.

Because of the high demand for seats in this course, we ask that you register by February 1, 2016. We understand that at times unforeseen events occur in life that may make it necessary for you to drop the course after registering. If you withdraw from the course after February 15, you will receive a 50% course refund. Unfortunately, no refunds will be given after February 26.

To ensure delivery by the first class, your yarn must be selected and ordered NO LATER THAN February 8, 2016. As usual, we ask for a 50% deposit on all special orders. A complete list of course supplies is included below. As with ALL our classes, it is our policy that you MUST purchase your yarn and other class supplies at Knitting Temptations.

Knitting Temptations is thrilled to offer Building Blocks with instruction from the designer and expert herself, Michelle. As many of you know, she is reaching new audiences far and wide with the Knit Purl Hunter Progressive Needles Knit-Along series sponsored by Skacel, her books and magazine publications, as well as workshops and appearances around the country. We are honored by her commitment to Knitting Temptations.

Please let us know if you have any questions. We look forward to hearing from you!

 

COURSE SCHEDULE (1st Tuesday of each month):
March 1, 2016
April 5, 2016
May 3, 2016
June 7, 2016
July 5, 2016
August 2, 2016
September 6, 2016
October 4, 2016
November 1, 2016
December 6, 2016
January 3, 2017
February 7, 2017
March 7, 2017

 

COURSE SUPPLY LIST

  • 10 skeins of SimpliWorsted by HiKoo – $12.80 per skein; 55% Superwash Merino, 28% Acrylic, 17% Nylon; 140 yds/100g. To ensure successful results, we strongly recommend that you use SimpliWorsted in a single color for your Building Blocks project. The patterns in the book are gauged for this yarn.
  • US#10 needles or size required to obtain gauge
  • Scissors
  • Ruler/tape measurer
  • Stitch markers
  • Cable needle
  • Tapestry needle
  • Pen/pencil

 

GALLERY OF BUILDING BLOCKS AFGHANS

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Sep 13 / Karen

Classes Inspired by Madelinetosh Yarn

Be among the FIRST students as we debut our NEW CLASSROOM! Join us for one of our Madelinetosh-inspired classes during the weekend of September 19-21. Learn the latest techniques for some of the season’s hottest looks in knit wear! Get all the class details below.

Call (614) 734-0618 or visit us at the shop to register!

NOTE: Registration for the Fall Fashion Showcase event and registration for classes are separate and independent from one another. Registration for a class DOES NOT register you for the event on the 18th. Please call us if you have questions.

ARROW COWL
$50 – pattern included; other supplies extra
One 3-hour class
Instructor: Megan Bohlander
Skill level: Intermediate Knit

arrowcowlThis project is perfect for the knitter looking for a first-time colorwork experience. With an easy-to-remember pattern repeat as well as charted instructions, knitters can’t go wrong with this beautiful cowl! Can be knit in two different sizes.

Supplies needed:

  • Yarn: Tosh DK – 1(2) skein(s) of Color A and 1 skein of color B
  • Needles: 24″ or 32″ circular US 8, for short or long version
  • Stitch marker

Homework to complete PRIOR TO CLASS:
Cast on 120 stitches; join for knitting in the round. Purl all stitches for 10 rounds.

Friday, September 19, 10:00am – 1:00pm

SAMBUKA COWL
$50 – pattern included; other supplies extra
One 3-hour class
Instructor: Megan Bohlander
Skill level: Easy Knit

DSC_4085This completely reversible cowl is not only stunning to wear but also fun to knit! Students will learn how to use slip stitches, cables, and wraps as they knit the smaller version of the cowl in class to learn and get comfortable with the techniques.

Supplies needed:

  • Yarn: Tosh DK – 1 skein of Color A and 1 skein of color B
  • Needles: 24″ circular US 8
  • Cable needle
  • Waste yarn

Sample is knit in colorways Composition Book Grey (color A) and Tart (color B).

Friday, September 19, 2:00pm – 5:00pm

MAD ABOUT PLAID
$55 – yarn and pattern included; other supplies extra
One 3-hour class
Instructor: Michelle Hunter
Skill level: Easy Knit

Turn simple knitting into a plaid masterpiece with this exciting technique. A few well-placed stitches and a quick turn of the crochet hook is all that is needed to generate gorgeous plaid fabric. This method can be incorporated into any stockinette project from sweaters to scarves and everything in between.

In class, we will knit a swatch that covers all the basics of the technique – set up, horizontal and vertical striping, finishing and expert tips. The fabric created in class serves as a gauge swatch for your own beautiful pillow – pattern included!

A portion of the lesson is devoted to designing the plaid which allows you to duplicate tartan, checks, windowpanes and more. Recreate a family “clan” plaid or invent your own!

Class is suitable for advanced beginner. No previous crochet experience is needed.

Supplies needed:

  • Yarn for swatching (provided in class)
  • Needles: 24″ circular US 6 AND US 7; bring several needle sizes to adjust if needed
  • Size G (4 mm) crochet hook
  • Blunt tip tapestry needle
  • Pencil and eraser

Saturday, September 20, 9:30am – 12:30pm (s0ld 0ut), OR
Sunday, September 21, 10:00am – 1:00pm

PENCIL ME IN
$55 – yarn and pattern included; other supplies extra
One 3-hour class
Instructor: Michelle Hunter
Skill level: Intermediate Knit

pencilskirt1A simple, straight skirt is always in fashion and so easy to knit. This shape flatters the figure and paves the way for great stitch patterns and yarns to provide interest. Learn to create a skirt template that will allow you to utilize the design with many gauges and stitches. This formula will give you an expert fit and can easily be adapted for everyone from toddlers to teens to adults. In class, you will select a stitch design, knit a swatch, and create your own pattern reflecting your gauge and measurements. It’s so simple that you will want to fill your closet with these skirts!

Students must be comfortable knitting in the round and familiar with simple increases and decreases.

pencilskirt3Supplies needed:

  • Yarn for swatching (provided in class)
  • Needles: 16″ and 24″ circular US 6, bring several needle sizes to adjust if needed
  • Tape measure
  • calculator
  • stitch markers

Saturday, September 20, 2:00pm – 5:00pm

TINY TEA LEAVES CARDI
$60 – pattern included; other supplies extra
Two 2-hour classes
Instructor: Kristen Bucci
Skill level: Easy Knit

tinyteaIf you can knit and purl, you can make this darling cardigan, incorporating classic top-down seamless sweater construction. This project is perfect for first-time sweater knitters! Once you master the smaller version, you are ready to make it in ANY size, baby to adult!

Supplies needed:

  • Yarn: Tosh Vintage – 2 skeins to make size 2
  • Needles: 24” circular US 6 and 32” circular US 7
  • Waste yarn

Sample is knit in colorway Amber Trinket.

Class 1: Sunday, September 21, 12:00pm – 2:00pm

Class 2: Sunday, October 5, 12:00pm – 2:00pm

NAVAJO KNITTING
$50 – pattern included; other supplies extra
One 3-hour class
Instructor: Michelle Hunter
Skill level: Easy Knit

Learn the technique used to make Michelle’s latest exciting design, Ply List Sweater, published in Knit.Purl, Fall/Winter 2014 magazine.

Magically turn lace-weight yarn into worsted with Navajo knitting – also known as chain plying. Navajo knitting triple plies yarn from a single skein without cutting or dividing the skein. This is a perfect use for that large skein of lace yarn hiding in your stash or that cone of hand spun that is begging to the knit!

The class covers the basics of the technique plus learning to alternate triple and single plies within a project to create sheer stripes – a big trend in todays’ fashion.

Discover ways to incorporate this technique in many knitting projects. In class, we will begin a beautiful scarf pattern using all techniques learned in class. WARNING: this is addicting!

Supplies needed:

  • Yarn 1: smooth DK-weight yarn, at least 50 yards
  • Yarn 2: Tosh Lace or Prairie, 1 skein, minimum 400 yards
  • Needle 1: US 11, straight or 24″ circular
  • Needle 2: US 8, straight or 24″ circular, bring several needle sizes to adjust if needed
  • Optional, but very helpful, yarn pet or yarn bowl

Sunday, September 21, 2:00pm – 5:00pm

TUNISIAN SAMPLER SHAWL
$50 – pattern included; other supplies extra
One 3-hour class
Instructor: Megan Bohlander
Skill level: Easy Crochet

DSC_3983This beautiful shawl is created using the tunisian crochet method and is great for either knitters or crocheters! This is a great beginner project for any crocheter who would like to take the next step after beginner or any knitter wanting to learn a new technique. Students will learn the Tunisian simple stitch, knit stitch, purl stitch, full stitch and the honeycomb stitch.

Supplies needed:

  • Yarn: Tosh Vintage, 2 skeins
  • Hook: Size 9mm or M/N – MUST BE A TUNISIAN HOOK

Sample is made in colorway Curiosity.

Sunday, September 21, 4:00pm – 7:00pm

Aug 15 / Karen

Madelinetosh Fall Fashion Showcase

Knitting Temptations
Presents a Special Event!
FALL FASHION SHOWCASE
with yarns from
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Thursday, September 18, 2014
11:00am – 7:30pm

Get ready to walk the red carpet into our Madelinetosh Fall Fashion Showcase. Get your VIP pass and reserve your seat alongside the catwalk to see our unparalleled display of OVER 100 Madelinetosh models and samples to inspire you.

Your reservation to the Fall Fashion Showcase provides you access to HUNDREDS of skeins of Madelinetosh Yarns, including many NEW colors and bases not before available at Knitting Temptations.

However, there is much more to enjoy beyond the yarn and samples! Your reservation gives you VIP access to:

  • our event exclusive GOODY BAG
  • the EVENT BOOKLET detailing all the key information about the 14 different types of Madelinetosh yarns available for purchase, as well as the models and samples on display
  • chance to win one of many fabulous DOOR PRIZES
  • FOOD by the Food Smiths
  • our knit wear SILENT AUCTION
  • FUN and much more!

REGISTRATION

Reserve your VIP pass for $25:

  • ONLINE anytime
  • CALL (614) 734-0618
  • VISIT our shop during regular business hours

You MUST register by September 11 to be guaranteed an exclusive Event Goody Bag!

CLASSES

Be among the FIRST students as we debut our NEW CLASSROOM! Join us for one of our Madelinetosh-inspired classes during the weekend of September 19-21.

Learn the latest techniques for some of the season’s hottest looks in knit wear! Get all the class details below.

Call or visit the shop to register!

NOTE: Registration for the Fall Fashion Showcase event and registration for classes are separate and independent from one another. Registration for a class DOES NOT register you for the event on the 18th. Please call us if you have questions.

ARROW COWL
$50 – pattern included; other supplies extra
One 3-hour class
Instructor: Megan Bohlander
Skill level: Intermediate Knit

arrowcowlThis project is perfect for the knitter looking for a first-time colorwork experience. With an easy-to-remember pattern repeat as well as charted instructions, knitters can’t go wrong with this beautiful cowl! Can be knit in two different sizes.

Supplies needed:

  • Yarn: Tosh DK – 1(2) skein(s) of Color A and 1 skein of color B
  • Needles: 24″ or 32″ circular US 8, for short or long version
  • Stitch marker

Homework to complete PRIOR TO CLASS:
Cast on 120 stitches; join for knitting in the round. Purl all stitches for 10 rounds.

Friday, September 19, 10:00am – 1:00pm

SAMBUKA COWL
$50 – pattern included; other supplies extra
One 3-hour class
Instructor: Megan Bohlander
Skill level: Easy Knit

DSC_4085This completely reversible cowl is not only stunning to wear but also fun to knit! Students will learn how to use slip stitches, cables, and wraps as they knit the smaller version of the cowl in class to learn and get comfortable with the techniques.

Supplies needed:

  • Yarn: Tosh DK – 1 skein of Color A and 1 skein of color B
  • Needles: 24″ circular US 8
  • Cable needle
  • Waste yarn

Sample is knit in colorways Composition Book Grey (color A) and Tart (color B).

Friday, September 19, 2:00pm – 5:00pm

MAD ABOUT PLAID
$55 – yarn and pattern included; other supplies extra
One 3-hour class
Instructor: Michelle Hunter
Skill level: Easy Knit

Turn simple knitting into a plaid masterpiece with this exciting technique. A few well-placed stitches and a quick turn of the crochet hook is all that is needed to generate gorgeous plaid fabric. This method can be incorporated into any stockinette project from sweaters to scarves and everything in between.

In class, we will knit a swatch that covers all the basics of the technique – set up, horizontal and vertical striping, finishing and expert tips. The fabric created in class serves as a gauge swatch for your own beautiful pillow – pattern included!

A portion of the lesson is devoted to designing the plaid which allows you to duplicate tartan, checks, windowpanes and more. Recreate a family “clan” plaid or invent your own!

Class is suitable for advanced beginner. No previous crochet experience is needed.

Supplies needed:

  • Yarn for swatching (provided in class)
  • Needles: 24″ circular US 6 AND US 7; bring several needle sizes to adjust if needed
  • Size G (4 mm) crochet hook
  • Blunt tip tapestry needle
  • Pencil and eraser

Saturday, September 20, 9:30am – 12:30pm (s0ld 0ut), OR
Sunday, September 21, 10:00am – 1:00pm

PENCIL ME IN
$55 – yarn and pattern included; other supplies extra
One 3-hour class
Instructor: Michelle Hunter
Skill level: Intermediate Knit

pencilskirt1A simple, straight skirt is always in fashion and so easy to knit. This shape flatters the figure and paves the way for great stitch patterns and yarns to provide interest. Learn to create a skirt template that will allow you to utilize the design with many gauges and stitches. This formula will give you an expert fit and can easily be adapted for everyone from toddlers to teens to adults. In class, you will select a stitch design, knit a swatch, and create your own pattern reflecting your gauge and measurements. It’s so simple that you will want to fill your closet with these skirts!

Students must be comfortable knitting in the round and familiar with simple increases and decreases.

pencilskirt3Supplies needed:

  • Yarn for swatching (provided in class)
  • Needles: 16″ and 24″ circular US 6, bring several needle sizes to adjust if needed
  • Tape measure
  • calculator
  • stitch markers

Saturday, September 20, 2:00pm – 5:00pm

TINY TEA LEAVES CARDI
$60 – pattern included; other supplies extra
Two 2-hour classes
Instructor: Kristen Bucci
Skill level: Easy Knit

tinyteaIf you can knit and purl, you can make this darling cardigan, incorporating classic top-down seamless sweater construction. This project is perfect for first-time sweater knitters! Once you master the smaller version, you are ready to make it in ANY size, baby to adult!

Supplies needed:

  • Yarn: Tosh Vintage – 2 skeins to make size 2
  • Needles: 24” circular US 6 and 32” circular US 7
  • Waste yarn

Sample is knit in colorway Amber Trinket.

Class 1: Sunday, September 21, 12:00pm – 2:00pm

Class 2: Sunday, October 5, 12:00pm – 2:00pm

NAVAJO KNITTING
$50 – pattern included; other supplies extra
One 3-hour class
Instructor: Michelle Hunter
Skill level: Easy Knit

Learn the technique used to make Michelle’s latest exciting design, Ply List Sweater, published in Knit.Purl, Fall/Winter 2014 magazine.

Magically turn lace-weight yarn into worsted with Navajo knitting – also known as chain plying. Navajo knitting triple plies yarn from a single skein without cutting or dividing the skein. This is a perfect use for that large skein of lace yarn hiding in your stash or that cone of hand spun that is begging to the knit!

The class covers the basics of the technique plus learning to alternate triple and single plies within a project to create sheer stripes – a big trend in todays’ fashion.

Discover ways to incorporate this technique in many knitting projects. In class, we will begin a beautiful scarf pattern using all techniques learned in class. WARNING: this is addicting!

Supplies needed:

  • Yarn 1: smooth DK-weight yarn, at least 50 yards
  • Yarn 2: Tosh Lace or Prairie, 1 skein, minimum 400 yards
  • Needle 1: US 11, straight or 24″ circular
  • Needle 2: US 8, straight or 24″ circular, bring several needle sizes to adjust if needed
  • Optional, but very helpful, yarn pet or yarn bowl

Sunday, September 21, 2:00pm – 5:00pm

TUNISIAN SAMPLER SHAWL
$50 – pattern included; other supplies extra
One 3-hour class
Instructor: Megan Bohlander
Skill level: Easy Crochet

DSC_3983This beautiful shawl is created using the tunisian crochet method and is great for either knitters or crocheters! This is a great beginner project for any crocheter who would like to take the next step after beginner or any knitter wanting to learn a new technique. Students will learn the Tunisian simple stitch, knit stitch, purl stitch, full stitch and the honeycomb stitch.

Supplies needed:

  • Yarn: Tosh Vintage, 2 skeins
  • Hook: Size 9mm or M/N – MUST BE A TUNISIAN HOOK

Sample is made in colorway Curiosity.

Sunday, September 21, 4:00pm – 7:00pm

FIBER FASHION

Our Fashion Showcase couldn’t be complete without YOU being a part of the show. Become a supermodel yourself and wear your favorite Madelinetosh Yarn creation(s) – knit, crochet, woven, felted – to the Fashion Showcase! Download and print the Pattern Sharing Cards and bring them to the event to share with others!

SHOP HOURS  September 15 – 20

  • Knitting Temptations will be closed September 15-17. We will re-open on Thursday, September 18 at the START of the event at 11:00am.
  • We will keep our regular business hours, 10am – 5pm, September 19 and 20.
  • Friday Friends Knit (10am-12pm) is cancelled for September 19.

DIRECTIONS

Use this map and information to get to Dublin, OH. We recommended using Google Maps to create customized, turn-by-turn, driving directions from your specific location.

PARKING

Please refer to the Historic Dublin Parking Map for information regarding where to park for our event. Our building is located at the corner of South High Street and Spring Hill. We are located within 2-3 blocks of several public parking lots, highlighted in blue on the map. On-street parking is available the entire length of High Street, but NO parking on Bridge Street. Most public parking spaces are limited to 3 hours.

ARRIVAL & CHECK-IN

The event is an open house format, so you may arrive any time between 11am & 7:30pm. Please enter and check in at the back patio area on the west side of our building to enjoy all the event activities.

GOODY BAGS & DOOR PRIZES

You will receive the event-exclusive Goody Bag when you arrive and check in to the event.

All registrants’ names are AUTOMATICALLY entered to win one of many fabulous door prizes. The random drawing will take place prior to the event and the winners will be given their door prizes at check-in on September 18.

Door prizes include (but are not limited to!):

  • Tosh DK in colorway Tart
  • Atenti Long Bowl bag in Snowflakes
  • addi Clicks
  • addi Clicks starter sets
  • oh Snap! bags by Nameste

THANK YOU FOR UNDERSTANDING

As you know, we are always happy to wind your Knitting Temptations purchases. However, at the event our staff will be out in full force to answer questions and help you in any way possible. As a result, we are NOT able to offer our usual winding service during the event, but would be happy to wind for you during your next visit.

Aug 11 / Karen

Madelinetosh Fashion Pre-Show – Aug. 12

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FREE and NO RESERVATION NEEDED!
Fashion Pre-Show
at Knitting Temptations

Tuesday, August 12, 10:30am – 7:30pm

YARN!
  More yarns, in more colors, for our guests to enjoy! We will happily take a 50% deposit for your special order for ANY Madelinetosh Yarn, in ANY weight, in ANY color with an anticipated delivery in 8-10 weeks.

The August MadTosh Fashion Pre-Show will showcase these Featured Yarns:

TOSH CHUNKY

Chunky, 3.5-4 sts per inch, 100% superwash Merino, 165 yards

TOSH MERINO

Worsted, 4.5-5 sts per inch, single-ply 100% superwash Merino, 210 yards

PASHMINA WORSTED
Worsted, 4.5-5.5 sts per inch, 75% Merino, 15% silk, & 10% cashmere, 210 yards
Additionally, all available stock of the July Featured Yarns will be available for purchase: Tosh Merino Light, A.S.A.P., Tosh DK, and Vintage.

SUPERMODELS!  Come see all the fabulous “supermodels” (samples) on display for each yarn. Each sample will be detailed in our Style Spec Sheet. We are very excited to show off these supermodels, knitted by talented fiber artists and friends.
SILENT AUCTION!  At our July Pre-Show we showed off the Practice Yoga Wrap, beautifully knitted in Tosh Merino Light by Carly Thomas, which is available for purchase through Silent Auction. The opening minimum bid for the August Pre-Show is $210. Silent Auction proceeds to benefit the Dublin Food Pantry.
Can’t attend the August Fashion Pre-Show? Don’t worry! All the featured yarns and supermodels, the Silent Auction, as well as the opportunity to enter the door prize drawing (and MUCH MORE) are available for the FALL FASHION SHOWCASE – Thursday, September 18!

PLEASE NOTE:
Knitting Temptations will be
CLOSED on Monday, August 11 in preparation
for the MadTosh Fashion Pre-Show on August 12.
Jun 27 / Karen

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May 28 / Karen

JULY KAL NEWS

KPH_logoSMLKnitting Temptations is proud to be the home shop of Knit Purl Hunter, our own Michelle Hunter, who has been leading popular online Knit-Alongs (KAL) for the last few years. Her July KAL is a pattern sure to please knitters of all skill levels. This mystery design is a two-color hat available in sizes to fit baby, child, and adult. While Michelle won’t reveal any early clues, we can let you know that we have seen the gorgeous hat and it is one you WON’T want to miss!

FRIENDS KNIT-ALONG 

Join us to knit this perfect on-the-go summer project as we host an in-store KAL to coincide with Michelle’s online program! PLUS we have an exclusive Knitting Temptations bonus. The four-part mystery pattern will be revealed one section at a time at knitpurlhunter.com beginning on the first Thursday of July.

 

Come into the shop on July 3, 10, 17, and 24 from 2:00-4:00pm OR 5:30-7:30pm — NO RESERVATIONS; NO FEE; NO INSTRUCTOR. Knit with other KALers and watch the pattern emerge on your needles as you share tips and encourage each other.

SPECIAL KAL CLASS

Now – the bonus! We are pleased to offer a hands-on class with Michelle for expert guidance to work Clue #2.

 

While we can’t give away any of the mystery design, Michelle has shared with us that this portion of the pattern features two-handed/two-color knitting, picking up stitches, increases, and more. Learn (or refresh) these skills with the designer in a two-hour class.

 

“CLUE TWO” CLASS
Fee: $25
One 2-hour class
Instructor: Michelle Hunter
Skill level: Easy Knit
Work with Michelle to receive personal instruction and extra guidance for the more challenging second clue of the July KAL. The only prerequisite is that you must have Clue #1 completed prior to class. (Don’t worry — it’s simple and short.)

 

Class participation is limited to 16 students in each session and you MUST pre-register! Call us at (614) 734-0618 to register.

 

Thursday, July 10, 2:00pm – 4:00pm OR 5:30pm – 7:30pm

KAL SUPPLY DETAILS

Sizes: Baby (Child, Adult) – 16 (19, 21)” circumference

Supplies:
  • Yarn: Simplicity – 1 (2, 2) skeins Main Color, 1 (1, 1) skein Contrasting Color
  • Needles:
    • US 4 (3.5mm) needle – straight or circular
    • US 8 (5mm) 16″ circular
    • US 8 (5mm) DPNs or 32″ circular for Magic Loop method (for crown decreases)
  • Cable needle
  • One 3/4″ button

Gauge: with US 4 needles, approx. 10 sts = 1″ in k1, p1 rib, unstretched.

May 16 / Karen

New Shop Hours

Please note that our SUMMER SHOP HOURS go into effect on  Tuesday, May 27, as follows:
Monday – Thursday 10:00am – 5:30pm
Friday – Saturday  10:00am – 4:00pm
Closed Sundays

As you can see, we will NO LONGER be open late on Wednesday evenings, and we will close at 4:00pm on Fridays and Saturdays.

 

May 16 / Karen

Tuesday/Wednesday Friends Knit Cancelled Until Further Notice

ATTENTION FRIENDS KNIT PARTICIPANTS – due to construction, we are suspending Friends Knit on Tuesday afternoons AND Wednesday evenings until further notice. We must prepare for the integration of our new construction into the flow of the existing shop space and will no longer have a space available for Tuesday or Wednesday Friends Knit gatherings.

Stay tuned for further updates as construction continues (and ultimately COMPLETES).

Thank you for your understanding and patronage throughout this process.

Mar 20 / Karen

Learn How to Make Your Own Sami Bracelet!

SAMI BRACELET WORKSHOPS


The Sami bracelet underground trend has hit central Ohio! Artist/painter Anita Miller has traveled to Northern Minnesota to learn this traditional Scandinavian craft which uses reindeer hide, antler, and pewter thread to make the beautiful bracelets that are seen on Hollywood celebrities, and now on the very fashionable wrists of many Knitting Temptations’ staffers and customers!

Also, Knitting Temptations is the only brick-and-mortar retailer in the USA to sell the traditional supplies needed to make Sami creations!

 

BEGINNING SAMI BRACELET
$135 – ALL supplies provided for one bracelet
One all-day class

Instructor: Anita Miller

In this one-day class, you will make your own Sami bracelet with the traditional materials from Sweden. Anita will teach the basic braid (pictured above) and the bracelet construction techniques. You will have several leather color choices and you make it all by hand! Once you have completed  the basic class, you will be ready to take the intermediate class to learn more complex braiding techniques.

Basic experience with needle and thread (hand sewing) is necessary. It is recommended that you bring a thimble and a pair of small needle-nose or jewelry pliers.

There will be a break for lunch for participants to go out or bring a sack lunch.

Friday, May 9, 10:00am – 3:00pm OR
Saturday, May 24, 10:00am – 3:00pm OR
Friday, June 6, 10:00am – 3:00pm

 

INTERMEDIATE SAMI
TWISTS, STACKED BRAIDS, & INSERTS
$85 – supplies extra
One 4-hour class

Instructor: Anita Miller

You learned the basics – now it’s time to really get creative! Once again, you will have options on colors of reindeer hide and this time, you will build on your knowledge from the beginning class to learn new techniques such as twists, stacked 4-part braids, and leather inserts. You can use these techniques to design a more complex bracelet that you will construct and sew on your own.

It is recommended that you bring a thimble and a pair of small needle-nose or jewelry pliers.

There will be a break for lunch for participants to go out or bring a sack lunch.

Friday, May 23, 10:00am – 2:00pm OR
Saturday, June 14, 10:00am – 2:00pm