Adventures in knitting and sewing. Oncology nurse by day with a passion to play in my yarn room and to share stories. Proprietor of the cutest little yarn shop, Knit Picky Yarns, from 2006-2012. (I may be a little biased) Six great years of yarn play. It was great fun meeting new friends & fellow knitters.
Saturday, December 27, 2008
Maya & Tallulah model their Christmas scarves
Thursday, December 25, 2008
Got Sheep for Christmas!
Hope each of you got something fun!! Can't wait to hear about your holidays when we see each other next!
Shop will re-open at noon on Friday, December 26th.
Monday, December 22, 2008
New Classes are up for Jan & Feb!
http://knitpickyyarns.com/Classes/JanFeb09classes.htm
Thursday, December 11, 2008
Rudolpha is our Holiday Sock Yarn for 2008!
The Unique Sheep has done it again! They hand dyed this festive colorway just for us and it is going fast! Rudolpha is the colorway and Verve is the yarn: a superwash merino, 400 yards, and cost $22 per skein. Verve is a best selling sock yarn for The Unique Sheep and we've heard many great compliments from knitters about this yarn.
If you'd like to purchase a skein give us a call. We will take your order by phone (336-768-5599). Or email us with your order and address and we can call you for your cc number.
Our winner hails from New Jersey this year! Elaine, your yarn will be in the mail tomorrow! Congrats to you, happy holidays, and a big thanks to all of you who made the guess the name game so much fun!!
We wish you a peaceful season with a few special hours of treasured knitting time!
Jo and the gang at Knit Picky!
Monday, December 1, 2008
We have a winner!!
I love the yarn so much I've plucked out another skein as a door prize for Sunday night. So there's hope yet for another FREE skein. Of course it will be available in the shop on Tuesday, Dec 9th if we don't sell out at the party! ;)
Thanks to all who emailed/blogged and submitted guesses on Ravelry. That was fun. And what a batch of terrific names for next year's yarn!!
Sunday, November 30, 2008
The Big Hint for our Guess the Holiday Sock Yarn Contest
As promised, with no correct answer by Thanksgiving, I'm giving you a big hint. The name is a holiday character.
Best way to guess is by email to knitpicky@bellsouth.net but a post here works, too!
Jo
Wednesday, November 19, 2008
Boxes and Boxes delivered today!
If you want one in your size & color but can't get here this week, give us a call. We'll hook you up! These Bella design tees are the same ones from last year and are very comfortable!
Also arriving:
- New "Handmade" tags to attach to your holiday knitted gift. Soooooo cute! Why didn't we come up with this idea?
- Knitterella's precious knitting themed note cards.
- Books, books and more books.
- HPSY (code for Harry Potter Sock Yarn!!) Finally.....wheee....we love this yarn. You know the company had a flood in the summer and several shops were told "sorry" you won't be getting any HPSY. We got some, not 10 per colorway but 4 in each color...hey, we'll take it!
Last but not least:
BERROCO!!! New yarns for fall/winter 2008! We are planning to do a Yarn Tasting for this batch as they have several new yarns. We won't have these three boxes open for KN but all the others will be available. (we may be able to sneak a peek)
Happy Wednesday!
Jo
Sunday, November 16, 2008
Holiday Sock Yarn '08....win a Free skein!
Each year as the weather cools, I think about a colorway, an Indie dyer, an idea and get input from others. And now….we have a terrific Holiday Sock Yarn 08 coming soon!
And again, we are having a guessing game! Do you feel lucky? Are you clever? Can you be impulsive?? If you’re the first to get it right, you win a free skein!!
Send your guesses to me at knitpicky@bellsouth.net. If we don’t have a winner by Thanksgiving, I’ll throw you a bone and send out a hint!
Gook Luck!
Monday, November 10, 2008
Twinkle, Twinkle Little Lights
The lights might be done by Tuesday night but I know they'll be ready for Wednesday's Knit Night!! Aaahhh....the thrill of the holidays....thinking with my kid mind (not my adult/recession mind). I close my eyes and I'm having visions of a magical gingerbread house filled with yarn shop sugarplum fairies! Then again....it may end up looking like The Griswold Family Yarn Shop.....we'll see! Maybe they'll see us from Stratford Road. Maybe from Hanes Mall. Wow....I can really relate to Clark!!
Sunday, November 2, 2008
New! Undyed Baby Alpaca
Thursday, October 30, 2008
Halloween Knit Night!
So the few who dressed up..we thank you! You added spice to the night. The official vote for best costume was cast for one of three: the witch, the stitch and the bi*&h.
Sarah the witch won. Whoo Hooo! She was wearing black and white stripped stockings, dark smokey eye shadow, all black clothing and pointed witches shoes (which were actually covers for her black pumps.....clever). Her prize? A box of Dove Chocolate that she didn't have to share with others. Yeah Sarah.
The stitch was our very own Kim. She had multiple UFO's on her body....part of a sweater, a scarf, even a bit of a sock around her ankle. Also very clever. It was a close vote, Tiffany said. Maybe we should have voted for most creative, too!!
And the bi*&h....well Laurie is too funny. I guess as Halloween ghost and goblins and brides of Frankenstein go, the bi*&h would translate to the "Miss Congeniality" of the spooky night bunch! So Laurie...congrats to you....Miss Spooky Congeniality!
Of course we had more food than our usual knit nights. Mom made her yummy Taco Stew and Jalapeno Cornbread. Belva brought a pot of delicious Chicken Chili. Several ladies added more treats: cornbread muffins, wine, nuts, wine, Dewey's rolls, more wine, apple cider, chips & snacks & chocolate cupcakes, and wine.
Thank you all for being there!!
Thursday, October 9, 2008
Mirasol is here and worth the wait...
Tuesday, October 7, 2008
Addi Click Sets on Order (Regular & Lace Addi's are in)
Sunday, October 5, 2008
We're getting a Make-Over!
The blog was getting a little dusty. I've been posting less and less and I apologize for that. I plan to post more stories about the shop, projects I'm starting and the few I'm finishing, as well as new items and events at KPYS.
So...THANK YOU Juli! And if you are the first one to post a comment about the new look, you'll receive a free gift from us! Even if you're not the first, we'd appreciate your input. Tell us what you'd like to see here. We have so many cute stories about happenings at the business, that I thought it would be fun to share them with you!
Have a wonderful Sunday! By the way....our first ever "Knit Your Fashion" Show was a huge hit yesterday at the Pink Ribbon Talks. I'm waiting on some pictures and I'll post more about it!
Jo
Sunday, August 31, 2008
Trunk Show: Fitted Knits!
Monday, August 4, 2008
Sunday, August 3, 2008
Classes starting this week....
Monday, July 21, 2008
Gardiner Yarn Works Designs
Oooohh...and we're the only NC shop listed as retailers for Chrissy's patterns. Whee!! Check out the whole pattern line here.
Come by the shop and check them out....
Friday, July 11, 2008
Christmas in July
Monday, July 7, 2008
Not exactly on topic...
What do you get when you mix together rhinestone, blinking tiaras, a couple bottles (or more) of champagne and some of the sexiest knitters around?
Way too much fun, thats what. More photos on Laura's blog.
Sunday, July 6, 2008
Mission: Clean the Clutter
Anyhoo....with the help of lots of people (Steve, Susan, Belva, Pat, Zana, Tiffany and Mom) the shop is looking smashing! The sale bin is full, the yarn room has some spaces ready for new arrivals, and the wall of hand-dyed yarn still makes me stop and stare. Really pretty.
I'm trying to create an inviting ambiance in the kitchen so we can spill over on Knit Nights and not feel like we're banished to the kids table. We found a pair of cute white wrought iron chairs, covered in popping pink, that remind me of 50's ice cream parlor chairs. I like them.
So...I can't wait to see all of you. To hear what you've been up to and to show off our new found space. Thanks for understanding and being patient about the closing. Bring in your projects to show off. Remember, Ice Cream Social this Wednesday-bring your favorite topping.
Happy Knitting!!
Jo
Monday, June 30, 2008
My Favorite Summer Shirt
I know the shop is closed this week, but I just had to show all of you this shirt. I've made a lot of shirts this summer, as you all have seen. But this one is, by far, my favorite. The pattern is Picovoli by Grumperina and the yarn in Waikiki by Crystal Palace Yarns. I had been in love with the colorway for a long time and was searching for what it wanted to be. I'm very happy with the finished project.
Friday, June 13, 2008
Sasha is DONE!
Saturday, June 7, 2008
Celebrities at Market
Louisa Harding taught a fun and creative class on knitting a summer bag.
Belva, Cat Bordhi and me returning from our luncheon with guest speaker....Stephanie Pearl McPhee!! What a fun girl she is!!
Jo and Melissa Leapman, aka queen of cables, talking together after a clever reversible scarf class.
Last AND least is Maria....visiting shop dog for Knitter's Mercantile here in Columbus. Had to check out the LYS you know!
Wednesday, June 4, 2008
It's Show Time!!
Here's to all you fun girls!! Wish you were here!
Monday, May 19, 2008
A Beautiful Bride to be (and yummy-good food)!
See our yummies?! And fresh cut flowers from Susan's garden.
Our gift to Laura & Chris....a hand made blanket...perfect for snuggling which is required for a good marriage I think. Do we look proud or what??!!
Monday, May 5, 2008
Beading Class
This past Saturday, I rolled out of bed, had my two cups of coffee and went to the shop on my day off (I love that little shop!) I wanted to take the Knitting with Beads class and knew we had 2 openings. So I did and had a ball! Zana is one of the most creative ladies I know and she's an excellent instructor. Three other fun girls and I learned the beading technique and laughed at how long it took us to string our beads. Instead of choosing random beads, like Zana suggested, we each were thinking too long and hard about choosing just the right, minuscule bead. Enough!! Just pick the beads and go!! I like my golden bracelet but you should see the others: vivid deep blues and water color greens. Maybe we can get a picture of them, too. Anyway, this was a great way to spend a Saturday morning.
Now I gotta try Knitting with Beads and Wire. Kim and Laura have already done it. Overachievers.
Jo
Tuesday, April 22, 2008
Ribby Shell Pattern Now IN STOCK
Friday, April 11, 2008
A New Shirt - The Ribby Shell
Yes, I know I'm obsessed with summer shirts. Here's my next one (actually, this is my 2nd of this design). This is the Chic Knits Ribby Shell. Knit Picky is going to offer a class on this wonderful summer shirt. The options are unlimited. Whether you like solids or a little more color (mine is done in Tye-Dye, this one is a gift). The classes will be on Saturdays - possibly starting the last day of May, so keep your calender open!
Thursday, April 10, 2008
Better late than never...
Google Maps
Laura
Fun Girls who Knit (and Crochet)
I am also lucky to have a terrific, yet smaller, group of ladies fill the yarn lounge on Thursday mornings. This quieter, coffee sipping group discusses new grandchildren, travels to far away places, children and jobs, and what's the best way to handle shoulder seams. And we laugh, too. That's a common denominator for both groups and it serves as our release. Release of worries, concerns, frustrations....things we all face in our busy lives.
I am blessed, that's for sure. And I always feel better after attending these two groups. Cheaper than therapy, right?! Thanks to each and every one of you who hop in your car and drive to your favorite knitting group. Knit Picky's success is a reflection of your passion!
Bear hugs to you!
Jo
Sunday, March 30, 2008
Welcome Jojoland!
Melody by Jojoland arrived as expected! Along with two beautiful shop samples: the Swirl Shawl (amazing!) and the Dragon Melody Shawl (exquisite!). I've enjoyed wearing these around the shop this week. Stop by and try them on yourself!!
The good news....the Dragon Melody Shawl may be made for less than $100 (yarn, pattern and needles)!
The Swirl Shawl is constructed in one piece (whew) so there's no sewing small swirls together.
Melody is a 100% superwash wool, variegated in a fingering weight. Perfect for shawls, scarves, wraps and yup...SOCKS! Balls are put up in 50gms, 220 yds and recommended needle size is US 1-3 giving you 7-8 sts per inch. Cost: $6.75 per ball.
Hope you love this yarn as much as I do!