Spring is on the way!
By the end of the week Spring will officially be here! If you’ve been following any of my emails you know how much I love the warmer weather. Softball season has started (my favorite) and I can’t wait to watch my sister play for her high school. With warmer weather around the corner it is time to start thinking cotton and lightweight yarns like linen, bamboo and some blends. I am just finishing up on the sweater that was on the cover of Interweave last month and think I might soon start a simple vest from “Simple Style” by Ann Budd. If you have the book or come in to the shop check out page 65. I might try it in the CotSoy (cotton soy mix).
Back by popular demand we have added a Crochet Class in April and another round of Butler Bag classes. Sign up here. In April we are scheduling our 2nd Weekend Warrior Workshop for Saturday and Sunday April 18 & 19. For this workshop you will make a “Trip Around the World” lap sized quilt. You can bring your own fabric or purchase Amy Butler fabric at a 20% discount when you register for the class. The workshop costs $150 and includes a quilting book, light refreshments and a boxed lunch for Saturday. Details will follow. Maximum class size is 8 so register early!
This past weekend I went to a yarn shop owners conference in Chicago - I learned a bunch of new things and collected some wonderful give aways for our next storewide event. Last year we had a half-anniversary show-n-tell day. I would love your feedback on whether you thought that was fun - and offer any suggestions on something else. You know I like having events here at the shop - so tell me what and I will plan it!
On April 10th we’re hosting a family portrait day with Marie. Book your family shot now! I will send all the gritty details next week but mark your calendar now.
I hope to see you soon.
Annissa