August at Stitch House
Hi All! Can you believe August is Saturday? I know you hate me for reminding you. But August 1 means a few things at Stitch House. Cascade will be on sale! Yes! 25% off Cascade Yarns for the month of August but I’ll start today if you happen in. August 1st also means an increase in the Massachusetts Sales Tax. Yarn is not taxable but books, patterns and accessories are. If you were thinking of buying the Addi Click system - get it now and save a few bucks!
August also means new classes and workshops. I’ve attached a class list but a few to give special consideration to are:
Introduction to Sewing: Butler Bags - Amy Butler is the designer of beautiful fabrics and patterns. Using her patterns and fabrics in just two sessions you’ll have a great new tote or bag to show off to all your friends! This class will give you experience in the basics of sewing so that you will have the knowledge and confidence to undertake projects on your own. You will learn how to understand and follow pattern instructions. All materials for this class are available at Stitch House. This class will be held 3 Tuesdays, August 18, 25 and September 1 from 6-8pm for three weeks for $60. Katy is our Butler Bag specialist - you’ll have fun learning to sew with her!
LIMITED SPACE! Sewing for Beginners and New Sewers - So you want to learn to sew or continue developing your skills? Pick your own project and get started. You will learn how to read and follow pattern instructions, cut out patterns and make minor pattern alterations for a better fit. We start sewing the first week so come with a pattern and fabric ready to go. This class will be taught by Moo in August for 3 weeks, August 13, 20 and 27 from 6-9pm. ($75, non-inclusive of materials)
LIMITED SPACE! Saturday Sew Intensive for Beginners and New Sewers - So you want to learn to sew or continue developing your skills? Pick your own project and get started. You will learn how to read and follow pattern instructions, cut out patterns and make minor pattern alterations for a better fit. We start sewing the first week so come with a pattern and fabric ready to go. This class costs $75 (does not include materials) and will be taught by Casey 2 Saturdays August 8 & 15 from 10:30-2:30 (light lunch provided).
Get To Know Your SEWING MACHINE better! - Do you own a sewing machine and have a great fear of getting starting or trying more than a straight stitch - join Jen for a One-Day Workshop on Saturday, August 22nd from 10-11:30am for $15. Jen Alvarez can’t wait to share what she knows!
I would also like to congratulate Danielle on the birth of her son, Robert Duncan Jingwei MacIsaac. Danielle is a teacher at Boston Latin Academy and worked part-time here this past year. Robert was born June 28 and weighed 6 lbs. 1 oz., 19 1/4 inches.
Noro Fairisle Flower Hat: these hats were designed by Katie Rose as part of a introductory colorwork class at Stitch House Dorchester, in Dorchester MA, where they are still displayed.
Using just two balls of yarn, you can get a great variation of color!
This is a great first project for someone tackling stranding, and walks you through holding yarns in two hands (picking/throwing). Enjoy!
Here’s the link to the pattern - the first is on Ravelry, and the second where it directs, on Katie’s blog:
http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/noro-fair-isle-flower-hat
http://spinspinspin.wordpress.com/2009/07/17/noro-hat/
Annissa