October - November 2015 NL

October—November 2015
A Place to Learn, Share & Be Creative
Scoreboard Scarf KAL/CAL...
Our Scoreboard Scarves have become quite the talk around
town. It’s not too late to get started making one. Just come
purchase Cascade 220 superwash yarn in Orange, White and
Grey. For every point that UT scores, knit or crochet a row in
orange. For every point that our opponent scores, knit or
crochet a row in white. You can even add a row of grey to separate out the quarters and
two rows of grey to mark the end of a game if you choose. What a fun way to make a
scarf that you can wear with pride. When the season is over, everyone who makes a
Scoreboard Scarf will be entered into a drawing for a prize!! Just email us a picture
or come by and let us take a picture of your scarf when you finish. Everyone is doing
something a little different, so it will be interesting to see how they all look.
Fall Weekend Crawl...
For those who went on our East TN Yarn Crawl back in June, we’ve
added an extra bonus for you this year. Go to any or all of the
participating shops on Friday, October 16 and Saturday, October 17,
bring your yarn crawl bag or your informational booklet from the yarn
crawl and you will get 10% off select items. Each shop will have
different specials for you and you’ll get to see all of the new fall yarns
that the shops have brought in. The Yarn Haven will be having a
Malabrigo Trunk Show as well as giving 10% off all regularly priced
items (with just a few exception. We’ll also have a drawing for a door
prize from Berroco Yarns. Fall in East TN is gorgeous and this should make for a nice road
trip.
The Yarn Haven’s Annual Retreat...
It won’t be long until our annual retreat will be here. We are working
hard on all the details, but be saving up your money. Our retreat will
include 2 nights lodging, a fabulous workshop, 5 home-cooked meals,
door prizes, pillow gifts, time for knitting, crocheting, weaving or
spinning and lots of fun and laughter. Space will be limited so once
we give out the details, sign up ASAP!!
Stitch Together Times...Come and work together on your projects with other crafters.
Our Stitch Together times are on Monday afternoons (1-3 pm) and Thursday evenings (6-8
pm). We no longer meet on Wednesday afternoons.
Fiber Friends...
October is Breast Cancer Awareness month. So our Charity project for this month will be
making breast prosthesis for breast cancer patients. There is a great pattern on the charity
project page of our website. Please use the softest, non-wool, machine-washable DK yarn
that you can afford. We need ALL sizes (A, B, C, D & DD). Make one or a pair and help us
give back to the women in our community who have dealt with breast cancer.
November—December charity project involves making Hats for Kids in
memory of David Ray, Melissa’s sweet little angel. We give them to local schools that
have a high rate of kids living below the poverty level. We will need several hundred
hats...especially this yea as we are predicted to have a cold winter. Hats will be 19-20”
around and 7-8” high in order to properly fit. With worsted weight yarn, cast on 96 sts
if knitting. With DK yarn, cast on 104 sts. Hats must be turned in by Saturday,
December 12. Won’t you help us by making a couple of hats to bless a child or two this Christmas.
Need a Bag Lining?
We all love to knit or crochet bags. But many times the bags would be nicer with a lining. Kelora is an
excellent tailor and would love to put a lining in your bags. Just bring by your bag for her and she will
contact you with the cost of adding a lining to your creation.
Blocking and Felting?
Many times we have heard folks say that they can’t felt their project because they have a front-loading
washer. Or they know their garment should be blocked, but they are scared to do it. Blocking will smooth
out any wrinkles, stretch garment out to the correct size, relax the stitches so they are all more uniform
and make the garment look and fit better. We can provide these services for you. Just bring your
projects to us for felting or blocking. Cost is $10 per item. (If there are several items for the same
project that need blocking, cost will be a total of $15.)
Weekly Classes...
We have Weekly Classes mornings, afternoons, and the evenings we are open. Mimi’s classes are for
knitters & Kelora’s classes are for knitters OR crocheters. If you need help with a project or just want to
start a new project with someone giving you help each step along the way, then come join one of our
Weekly Classes. Classes are $12.50/class, but if you sign up before the month begins, you get a
discount of $10.00/class. Be sure to call the shop to make sure we have room in the class for you to
join us.
Our weekly classes meet:
· Monday afternoons (1-3 pm) - Knit OR Crochet
· Monday evenings (6-8 pm) - Knit only
· Tuesday mornings (10 am—Noon) Knit OR Crochet
If you want to drop in for a
· Tuesday afternoons (1-3 pm) - Knit OR Crochet
class that you have not
· Tuesday evenings (6-8 pm) - Knit OR Crochet
paid for, then please call
· Wednesday mornings (10 am—Noon) - Knit only
the shop first to see if there
· Wednesday afternoons (1-3 pm) - Knit only
is room. Teachers have
· Thursday mornings (10 am—Noon) - Knit only
requested only 7 students
at a time. We would
· Thursday afternoons (1-3 pm) - Knit OR Crochet
appreciate
this courtesy.
· Thursday evenings (6-8 pm) - Knit only
· Friday mornings (10 am—Noon) - Knit only CLASS IS FULL
· Friday afternoons (1-3 pm) - Knit only
· Friday afternoons (1-3 pm) - Crochet only
· Saturday mornings (10 am—Noon) - 2nd & 4th Saturdays—Knit OR Crochet
October
SUNDAY
MONDAY
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
1
Mimi—Green
Kelora—Blue
4
Closed <><
THURSDAY
Weekly Class 1
Weekly Class 1
Stitch Together
5
Weekly Class 1
Stitch Together
Weekly Class 1
6
Weekly Class 1
7
Weekly Class 1
9 I LOVE
YARN DAY
Learn to Crochet I
Weekly Class 2
Weekly Class 2 Beginning Lace I
Stitch Together Crochet Class 2
12
Weekly Class 2
Stitch Together
Weekly Class 2
13
Weekly Class 2
14
15
Weekly Class 2
Weekly Class 3
18
Closed <><
19
Learn to Knit I
Weekly Class 3
Stitch Together
Weekly Class 3
20
Weekly Class 3
21
22
Weekly Class 4
26
Learn to Knit II
Weekly Class 4
Stitch Together
Weekly Class 4
27
Weekly Class 4
25
Closed <><
Weekly Class 4
Stitch Together
Weekly Class 4
SATURDAY
3
Learn to Knit I
10
Saturday Class 1
Next Crochet
Project
Learn to Knit II
16
17
Weekly Class 3
Top Down Socks I Crochet Class 3
Weekly Class 3
Fall Weekend Crawl
Stitch Together
Learn to Crochet II
28
2
Weekly Class 1
Crochet Class 1
8
Weekly Class 2
11
Closed <><
Weekly Class 3
FRIDAY
29
Weekly Class 5
Top Down Socks
II
23
Weekly Class 4
24
Saturday Class 2
Beginning Lace II Learn to Cable
Crochet Class 4
30
Weekly Class 5
Crochet Class 5
31
Weekly Class 5
Stitch Together
November
SUNDAY
MONDAY
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
FRIDAY
SATURDAY
Mimi—Green
Kelora—Blue
2
Weekly Class 1
Stitch Together
Weekly Class 1
3
Weekly Class 1
4
Weekly Class 1
5
Weekly Class 1
Snobuddies I
Boho Bag I
Weekly Class 1
Stitch Together
6
Weekly Class 1
Felted Clog I
Crochet Class 1
7
Learn to Knit I
Beaded Cuff
Bracelet
8
Closed <><
9
Weekly Class 2
Stitch Together
Weekly Class 2
10
Weekly Class 2
11
Weekly Class 2
12
Weekly Class 2
Snobuddies II
Boho Bag II
Weekly Class 2
Stitch Together
13
Weekly Class 2
Felted Clogs II
Crochet Class 2
14
Learn to Knit II
Saturday Class 1
Fingerless Gloves
Learn to Crochet I
15
Closed <><
16
Weekly Class 3
Learn to Knit I
Stitch Together
Weekly Class 3
17
Weekly Class 3
18
Weekly Class 3
19
Weekly Class 3
Crochet for Knitters
Weekly Class 3
Stitch Together
20
21
Weekly Class 3 Saturday Class 2
Crocheted But- Learn to Crochet II
tons
Crochet Class 3
22
Closed <><
23
Weekly Class 4
Learn to Knit II
Stitch Together
Weekly Class 4
24
Weekly Class 4
25
26
27
29
30
Weekly Class 5
Stitch Together
Weekly Class 5
Closing at 2
pm
Closed for
Thanksgiving
28
Christmas Open House
10 am—6 pm both days
CLASSES…
(All supplies must be purchased at The Yarn Haven)
Learn to Knit - 4 hours (Cost: $40)
Instructor: Mimi Kezer
Saturdays, October 3 & 10 (10 am—Noon)
Saturdays, November 7 & 14 (10 am—Noon)
Mondays, October 19 & 26 (10 am—Noon)
Mondays, November 16 & 23 (10 am—Noon)
For beginners or those needing a refresher course. We will cover how to cast on, knit, purl, increase, decrease, &
bind off. Supplies: 1 skein of BeBe Cotsoy yarn & size 7-24” circular needles.
Learn to Crochet - 4 hours (Cost: $40)
Instructor: Kelora Goethe
Thursdays, October 8 & 22 (10 am—Noon)
Saturdays, November 14 & 21 (1-3 pm)
For beginners or those needing a refresher course. You will make a dishcloth by learning how to begin with a chain
stitch, do single, half double, double & triple crochet stitches, and then fasten off. You’ll also do a 2nd dishcloth and
learn how to crochet in the round. Supplies: 1 skein of Bebe Cotsoy yarn, size G or H crochet hook & locking stitch
marker.
Learn to Spin - 3 hours (Cost: $40)
Instructor: Kelora Goethe
Call and arrange a time with Kelora for your class.
Come learn how to spin on a wheel. If you don’t have a wheel, we’ll let you borrow one of ours. If you want to use
your own wheel, it must be complete and in good working order (no antique wheels please). We will cover all the
parts of the wheel, how to treadle, how to draft, and how to ply. By the end of the class you should have a small
ball of yarn you have spun up yourself and plied. (All materials included)
Learn to Weave - 5 hours (Cost: $50)
Instructor: Roz Yenzer
Call and arrange a time with Roz for your class. We will resume Saturday classes in January.
Come learn how to weave on a rigid heddle loom. If you have your own table top loom, you are welcome to bring it.
Otherwise, we will let you use one of our looms. You will learn about yarns to use, weaving terms, how to warp and
weft the loom, how to end your project, and how to set up your loom with different patterns. You will make a scarf
in this class. Supplies: 2 different colors of Cascade 220 superwash.
Beginning Lace Shawl - 4 hours (Cost: $50)
Instructor: Kelora Goethe
Fridays, October 9 & 23 (10 am—Noon)
Are you scared to death of knitting lace? This class will include a top down triangle shawl as
well as a center start round dishcloth as practice for a larger Pi shawl. Supplies: Kiri pattern
(free on Ravelry), size 6-32” needles, 2 skeins of Nuble yarn, 1 skein of Tahki cotton classic &
size 6 double-pointed needles (6”).
Next Crochet Project - 2 hours (Cost: $25)
Instructor: Kelora Goethe
Saturday, October 10 (1-3 pm)
Crocheters, are you ready to branch out from blankets and scarves to something with a bit of shape?
You get to choose a slouch hat, boot toppers or socks. These 3 items all use a similar technique to
get them started. The projects are small and therefore not intimidating. Patterns will be provided.
Hooks and yarn will be determined by which project you choose. Supplies: Slouch hat– 250 yards
worsted weight yarn; Socks=440 yards sock yarn; Boot toppers=1 skein Casablanca yarn.
Top Down Socks - 4 hours (Cost: $50 )
Instructor: Kelora Goethe
Thursdays, October 15 & 22 (10 am—Noon)
Learn the basics of sock knitting from the top down. This will include a choice of double-pointed
needles or the Magic Loop method using a circular needle. Heels will be knit using the heel-flap
method and you’ll finish learning the kitchener style toe. Start your sock knitting in time for Christmas!
Supplies: 440 yards sock yarn, size 1 needles in your choice of style
Learn to Cable - 2 hours (Cost: $25)
Instructor: Kelora Goethe
Saturday, October 24 (1-3 pm)
Knitting cables looks so complicated and intimidating. In this workshop the mystic of cables
will be unraveled! Students will begin a scarf with a pattern that includes reading a cable
chart as well as written instructions. Supples: 600 yards of DK weight yarn, a size 6 needle,
a cable needle, & stitch markers.
CLASSES…
(All supplies must be purchased at The Yarn Haven)
Snobuddies Family - 4 hours (Cost: $40)
Instructor: Kelora Goethe
Thursdays, November 5 & 12 (10 am—Noon)
This delightful family will be a festive addition to any winter décor! Knitted in the round
without seams, the whole family can be made in time for next Christmas. Consider making
one to reflect the personality of each of your family members. Supplies: pattern (paid pattern
on Ravelry), size 2 or 3 dpns, Cascade 220 yarn, assorted fingering weight yarn for
accessories, fiberfill stuffing, & marbles for weight.
Boho Bag - 2 hours (Cost: $40)
Instructor: Mimi Kezer
Thursdays, November 5 & 12 (1-3 pm)
Make a wonderful go-anywhere bag and learn the joys of entrelac in the round. You’ll learn all the
basics plus plenty of tips along the way, including how to knit backwards, and how to make a monk’s
cord and tassels. Supplies: 2-3 skeins of Noro Silk Garden (depending on the size) & size 5-16”
circular needle. Pattern included in class fee.
Felted Clogs - 4 hours (Cost: $40)
Instructor: Kelora Goethe
Fridays, November 6 & 13 (10 am—Noon)
These are great house shoes for chilly days. The two layers of felted wool make for a comfy
warm sole. Although this pattern is intimidating at first glance, it is not hard to put together.
Start making these up for Christmas next year! Supplies: pattern by Fiber Trends, 2 skeins of
Galway or Cascade 220 for the soles and 1 skein for the top of the shoe, and size 13-24”
circular needles.
Knitted Bead Cuff Bracelet—3 hours (Cost: $25)
Instructor: Mimi Kezer
Saturday, November 7 (10 am—1 pm)
Learn to make these fabulous knitted cuff bracelets. The simple knit-stitch is used to produce
this high-impact reversible piece. You’ll learn stringing and finishing techniques to ensure
enjoyment while you craft, as well as a professional-looking finished product. Supplies: size 1
needles (double points or 24” circular), tapestry needle, bead mat, beading needle, DMC floss,
clasp closure, 1 tube of SB4 beads, and 1 tube of size 6 seed beads of your choice.
Prerequisite: You must know how to knit.
Fingerless Gloves - 3 hours (Cost: $30)
Instructor: Mimi Kezer
Saturday, November 14 (1-4 pm)
Learn to make simple fingerless gloves and trout out a bunch for Christmas presents! Great for
guys or girls. They don’t take much yarn and are super fun to make. You will learn gusset shaping
and two options for elegant bind-offs. Homework: using magic loop or double points, cast on 36
sts using Mimi’s Chinese Waitress Cast-On tutorial (on youtube). Join in round (being careful not to
twist stitches) and knit 20 rounds. Supplies: size 6-32” circular needles or size 6 double points; 1-2
skeins of Noro Silk Garden or 1 skein of Malabrigo Rios, stitch markers & tapestry needle.
Easy Crochet for Knitters - 2 hours (Cost: $25)
Instructor: Kelora Goethe
Thursday, November 19 (10 am—Noon)
Did you know that crochet is a wonderful tool for knitters as well? Using basic crochet techniques
you can put beautiful crocheted edgings on your knitted garments as well as do finishing details
that will make your garments even better. This is a class recommended for all knitters. Homework: Work a 6” x 6” swatch in stockinette stitch. Supplies: bring some worsted weight yarn and
a G or H crochet hook.
Crocheted Buttons - 2 hours (Cost: $25)
Instructor: Kelora Goethe
Friday, November 20 (10 am—Noon)
These creative buttons will make a lovely addition to many garments and accessories. They can be
made to coordinate or contrast with your project. Supplies: fingering weight yarn to compliment
small 4 hole buttons, crochet hook size 1.5 mm. For the solid yarn buttons any worsted weight yarn
in various colors and a 3.5 mm hook. Patten included in class. Prerequisite: A basic knowledge
of crochet is mandatory.
464 N. Cedar Bluff Rd.
Knoxville, TN 37923
(865) 694-9900
Shop Hours
Monday, Tuesday & Thursday 10 am—8 pm
Wednesday & Friday 10 am—6 pm
Saturday 10 am—4 pm
Sandy Gray, Owner
Jasmine, Shop Dog
Website: www.theyarnhaven.com
Email: theyarnhaven@bellsouth.net
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Class Policies:
Classes must be paid for at time of registration. Your payment holds your spot in the class.
Class fees are non-refundable, but can be used for a future class if notified the day before the class.
Classes start promptly, so please be on time. Please put your cell phone on silent during the class so you
don’t disturb your classmates or other customers in the shop.
All yarns used in the classes must have been purchased at The Yarn Haven unless the class is set up to use
yarn from your stash. This helps everyone in class to be on the same page.
Class size is limited and will not usually be canceled as long as one person has signed up.
Space in classes is limited to registered students. This means no guests (adult or child).
Classes may need to be rescheduled in case of bad weather or illness.
Weekly Class make-ups must be done within the month of the class.
Birthday Policy...
Birthdays are times to celebrate. So at The Yarn Haven, you get a birthday discount!! Come to the shop
during the week of your birthday and receive a one-time 10% discount on your purchases as my birthday gift
to you. Discount does not include special orders or classes.
Returns...
No return on needles, hooks, patterns or books. No cash or credit card refunds will be given. Store credit will
be given on items returned with receipt, in original condition, within 60 days and if we still stock that item.
Sale Bin items and Special Orders are not returnable.
Our “Go Green” Program…
If you bring your own bag to put your purchases in...or don’t take a paper bag...then you get a ticket for our
monthly drawing for a $10 gift certificate. The winning ticket numbers will be posted on our website on the
first day of each month. If you have one of the tickets, simply come to the shop by the end of the month and
claim your prize. Hopefully, this will get us all in the habit of bringing our own bags everywhere.
We love to socialize…
It’s always great to get together with other crafters while you work on a project. Come bring your spinning
wheels, your knitting needles or your crochet hook and your current project during our social times for an afternoon or evening of pure fiber enjoyment.
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Stitch Together—each Monday afternoon (1-3 pm)
Stitch Together—each Thursday evenings (6-8 pm)