We're Back!!!

Okay so we have been away from the blog for quite some time, but we are back now!
There are so many new things in the store it is hard to know where to start. We have been really burning through the "Nastasha Bag" projects and it is so incredible to see how beautiful and different everyone's bag comes out.
We were at the TNNA market in San Diego and did we come home full of great ideas and information and especially new fibers that we have ordered. Yes it is finally coming...KOIGU!!! We have ordered and will look forward to our first shipment of these superb yarns coming in to the store. You will be the first to know if you are a part of our e-mail list.
We also have Shi Bui yarns coming, new Lorna's Laces "Pearl" yarns coming, but you absolutely have to get down to the shop and see the new "Great Adirondacks" yarns that arrived. They are just breathtaking and have to be seen in person to be fully appreciated! We also got a large shipment of the Malabrigo "Aquarella" yarns as well as their other lines. These have been flying off the shelves and we can't wait to see the beautiful projects that you all come up with for these yarns.
Another great new item are the "Square Knitting Needles" made by Kollage. These came in and we are already out of some sizes and will be re-ordering shortly. These needles are especcially great for any of you who may have hand issues from arthritis and carpal tunnel, to just plain overuse. They are really much easier on the hands because of the square shape. We have a set out on the front counter so please do come by and take them for a "test drive".
Make sure that you check out the class schedule on the website for the great upcoming classes.
Also for all of you going to "Stitches West" stop by with your class list and recieve a discount on your class supplies!

This Week....

We received a huge shipment of Blue Sky Organic Cotton on Friday. Deborah has already started the Mac & Me "Summer Shawl" with their pristine white yarn.
This pattern is a great summer accessory for our cool evenings.
Deborah has been knitting like a fiend and
also brought in her Handbag from Pretty Knits.
This is an awesome bag made with
Lantern Moon Gelato Silk Ribbon and Muench Touch Me.
Robin and I are right behind her"almost done".



I cast on the sleeves of my Noro Sweater and
can see the light at the end of the tunnel. Yay!



I have to brag about one of my beginning knit students.
Lauren came in 3 weeks ago and wanted to learn to knit.
The first week of class she started her class project which was a scarf.
Lauren came back on the second week with the scarf completed.
She had done an awesome job. She was ready for a new project,
so she choose a striped sweater (no less) for her 1 year old son (3 color changes).
You probably already know what I'm going to say!
Yes, she came to class last night with a finished project.
The sweater was truly magnificent. She is off and running again.....

Update on Sock Wars...
Ellen has sent her socks to Texas and is still alive. Glenna is
waiting for hers to arrive.
WaHoo!!

Sock Wars!!!

We have two customers, Glenna Eastwood and Ellen Hartzler who are participating this year in "Sock Wars". Below is a pic of Glenna's socks she knitted. She has been working on these for 3 days (give or take a day ), finished and sent them to her target. (You rock Glenna!)

Her partner in crime, Ellen came in on Saturday for a couple more weapons. She was out the door in a flash......I haven't heard from Ellen since.

I know she's right behind Glenna in the chase.

Go get'em, girls!!
Speaking of socks we have only 6 spaces left in the Knit This, Purl That! Sock Club. If you're thinking about it sign-up online.

Busy Day!!!

Jan did a great job on designing the socks for the Bobbles for Boobies kits. All the profits from the kits will go to the 3 Day Walk that Team "Unraveled" is participating in. We also received great pink bobble knitting needles. The supplies are limited on both.

Larissa from Offhand Design sent a new shipment of her awesome bags today. We have a great supply in the store now. The "green" buttons from New York arrived today and I am working on a great display for them. We have wonderful recycled glass buttons that look like beach glass (my favorite) and seed pods. The seed pods are beautifully dyed and what a statement they make.



I am making good progress on the Noro Taiyo Sweater that I'm knitting. I'm almost done with the front and the back is finished. That leaves just two short sleeves to knit. Dang, a girl can only do so much garter stitch.



Last night at Sit n Knit I cast on and am knitting the Chalice Hand Warmers by Alison Green Will. They have a great cable running up the front of each hand warmer. I chose to use Aslan "Invernal" and it is knitting up beautiful. Making these for mom and hoping to get at least one done to wrap up for Mother's Day. Ugh! That may not happen!



Remember we are closed on Sunday.

Have a wonderful Mother's Day.

What happened to Spring ????

Where did the warm weather go? We've been talking about summer knitting and we need our winter woollies!!! Burrrr....

We are expecting any day a new shipment from Artyarn. We have 16 new colors of Beaded Silk and Beaded Cashmere/Silk blend. This yarn is so luxurious and we ordered many new patterns that go along. Nina will be flipping out because her job is checking in new patterns. Oh, did I mention that she hates that job. :)

Also, arriving any day are Denise Needle Kits, (great Mother's Day gift) Addi Turbos, Linie Solo, Misti Alpaca Super Chunky (4 new colors) and Lantern Moon Gelato Silk.

I taught a Beginning Knit Class last night and every one of the ladies did awesome. They were all knitting and purling by 9. That does my heart good... More knitters...YAY!

Over the weekend Team Unraveled went to the Makers Fair and met The Yarn Harlot. The report was what a hoot she is!
Jan is feverishly working on the "Bobbles for Boobies" socks and we will have the kits ready in about a week. Remember that all the profits benefit The 3 Day Walk.

We also have a new employee at Knit This, Purl That!. Stop by and say hello to Deborah. She will be working on Monday mornings and is looking forward to meeting all of you. Welcome to the team Deborah!

Summer Knits...

What I love most about summer knitting is it takes no time at all to whip up tank tops, and tees, camis, and cardigans. Come by and be inspired by our pattern binders and whip yourself up a new wardrobe in no time!

Linda O’Connor stopped by yesterday to show us her latest project. Linda knit up the cute little top from Pretty Knits called “Avril” Shrug. Linda chose to use Blue Sky Alpaca/Silk in Color #33 Ice. This is Linda’s 1st lace project. You go girl! I am so proud of you......

Paul, our UPS guy arrived with boxes yesterday. We received 6 new colors of Noro Matsuri and more Namaste Bags. YAY!!! Jan is sporting a new Olive Green Laguna bag herself and loving it. Jan said, "Everyone wants to know where I got it and I replied at Knit This, Purl That! of course." Our wonderful customer Martha stopped by and pickup a beautiful gray Namaste "Laguna". She was all smiles as she walked out the door.


Jan is busy designing a new sock kit for our 3 Day Walk team to sell and all the profits will benefit our Team “Unraveled”. Watch for Bobbles for Boobies updates!

The Sit n Knit group met last night at the beautiful downtown Pleasanton Rose Hotel for an evening of knitting and sharing. I really enjoyed joining the group outside of the store. I am always amazed at what a talented group of women there are.
Christina, Kristin, Betts, Charlotte and Shelly are heading this weekend for their Sea Socks Cruise to Alaska. Have fun girls and bring back a lot of pictures and ideas to share.

Yay!! We are here...

It is so fun to be up and running online. I know that you have gotten email from us but this is a great place to check out what's going on at the store and what we are working on. We hope to put pictures and links here for you to enjoy.

Right now our team "Unraveled" is training hard for the 3 Day Walk in September. They have been meeting twice every week and walking a variety of routes together. In addition, I know that each one has been training on their own. This is as simple as parking further away, taking the stairs, anything to add more steps to their day. I am proud to be a sponsor to this great group of knitters.

I know that I plan to go out one day to cheer them on, and I am already working on a great Noro Sweater that I will be wearing. (I am already done with the front!) This is the Regetta Sweater in the new Noro Joy book. I am using Taiyo color #1 a yummy cotton, silk, wool and nylon blend. It is a wonderful mix of pink, brown, grey, charcoal and oatmeal. It's a soft nubby yarn that would be perfect for a day at the beach or a concert in the park.