Thursday, July 30, 2009

CHLOE-THE PATTERN

The Chloe is a cute, striped sweater from Alana Dakos of Never Not Knitting. Knitted with Blue Sky Alpacas new Spud & Chloe, this adorable sweater is machine wash. How easy for those little ones!
Alana sized this pattern for multiple ages,
0-3 months all the way to size 10-12 years.

She used Spud & Chloe Sweater (55% Wool, 45% Organic Cotton) #7501 Popsicle; #7502 Grass; and #7512 Watermelon.
What a fun sweater for those cool summer evenings.
The pattern and yarn, as well as several other patterns by Alana, are available at Dancing Ewe Yarns & Teas and at our online store!

Thursday, July 23, 2009

WE NEVER QUIT LEARNING

One of the great things about knitting is there is always something new to learn. And, we're never too old to learn a new technique! Terry's class on Entralac was well attended and the women learned a beautiful new knitting skill.
And, they all had a good time while learning. Terry is an excellent teacher, very patient and knowledgeable.
Very intense work going on here!
Terry will be teaching a Celtic Cable Class Tuesday, July 28, from 1-4pm. There is still room if you would like to learn about cables and make a small purse in the process. Just call Dancing Ewe Yarns & Teas and get signed up for the class. The fee is $25 and is payable in advance. All you need is one skein of light color worsted yarn, size US7 needles and a cable needle or smaller double pointed needle.
Come join in the fun and learn something new!

Tuesday, July 21, 2009

FREE WATERMELONS

Here's another cute pattern designed by Susan B. Anderson for Spud & Chloe! And, it's free! This yarn is gonna be so much fun!And, check out Alana's new creation called "Chloe" on NEVER NOT KNITTING. What a wonderful use of colors and Alana's multiple sizes make it a very versatile pattern. We carry several of Alana's patterns at Dancing Ewe Yarns & Teas. Just come in or call and we will be glad to help you.






Friday, July 17, 2009

Knitting-The Next Generation

Kid's Knitting Camp has ended but the girls will have a lifelong skill to practice and perfect. With teachers, Susie, Terry and Ann, they learned the basics of knitting and even finished a purse project!
They worked on their new knitting bags, decorating them to their own tastes.
What a group of great artists!
Last day and everyone showing off their creations! They had a wonderful time getting to know one another and learning a new skill. And, learning that part of knitting is coming together to talk and have fun.
Here are all their purses! And, just like them, each one is different and unique.

Saturday, July 11, 2009

SPUD & CHLOE FREE PATTERNS



Susan B. Anderson of "Itty Bitty" books has developed two free patterns with the new Blue Sky Alpacas SPUD & CHLOE yarns! Have fun with these.

This is Ribbit and the pattern is found here.
And, here's a cute little cupcake pincushion! Take the pins out and have a wonderful pretend tea party for a special little girl! The pattern is available by going here.

SPUD & CHLOE
yarn and patterns
are available in our store and on our web site.

Tuesday, July 7, 2009

Spud and Chloe Yarn

Spud & Chloe

has arrived at

Dancing Ewe Yarns

We are so exicted we can hardly keep our knitting needles still.
Spud & Chloe is available in 3 weights:
Spud & Chloe Fine ~ Sock Weight
Spud & Chloe Sweater ~Worsted Weight
Spud & Chloe Outer ~ Bulky Weight
Spud & Chloe have been anxiously waiting to show you how luscious these yarns are, and Dancing Ewe Yarns has stocked the shelves with all the colors available.
And we have the Spud & Chloe patterns, too.
We know once you see Spud & Chloe you will agree. This new yarn IS special. Here is a link to the Spud & Chloe Blog for free patterns to get you started!