Introducing 2 New Patterns ~ Homespun Magic and Tamarack

I published two amazing new patterns this past week. The first one I am so excited about!

Homespun Magic was designed specifically to work with handspun yarn of nearly any weight. I've created a quick tutorial on finding the right needle size for your handspun and then given you the instructions to make a beautiful shawl or if you only have a little bit of yarn you can still make a cute scarf sized piece.

Next up is a super quick cowl. The Tamarack Cowl can be knit up in an evening or two. Perfect for those last minute gifts or you can get a head start on your Christmas knitting.

Summer 2014 Class Schedule

Camelot Dyeworks Class List for Summer 2014.

Please stop in or call 934-2626 to register.

Class fees and policies: Payment of class fee is required at the time of class registration. Please note that class fees are Non-Refundable. To ensure that you receive the most value out of each class session, required homework must be completed as assigned. All class materials required can be purchased at 10% off.

Beginning Knitting Basics I

A 1-night class in beginning basics. Learn to cast on, knit, purl & cast off. We will also learn to do ribbing. It is suggested that if you are a BRAND NEW knitter, that you take Beginner Basics I and II. Cost $30 includes all materials

Tuesday June 24  6-8pm     or      Tuesday August 5  6-8pm

Beginning Knitting Basics II

A 1-night class in building on the Basics I class. We will learn to do two or three types of increases and decreases and learn how to do yarn overs. Cost $30 includes all materials

Tuesday July 8  6-8pm       or      Tuesday August 19  6-8pm

Ravelry 101

Ravelry is an online community of knitters and crocheters - second in size only to Facebook! We use Ravelry on a daily basis, and want to introduce you to the unlimited world of information that is available to members. Membership is free, but we would like to help you learn to navigate this amazing site. Come take a guided tour through Ravelry and learn how you can use it to enhance your knitting/crocheting experience.

Please bring your laptop, IPad, or tablet, and paper/pencil if you want to take any notes.  If possible, go to www.Ravelry.com and sign up for a free account before you come to class.  If not, we'll be glad to help you with that. Cost $10

Thursday July 17  6-8pm

Sock on Circs

 Learn to knit socks without the difficulty of DPNs! Sock construction on 2 circular needles is a wonderful thing. It is my favorite and I know you’ll love knitting your socks this way too. If you have been afraid to knit socks, we would love to put you at ease. Cost $35 + materials

Thursdays July 24, 31 & August 7  6-8pm

Learn to Spin with a Drop Spindle

Using a spindle to create yarn from fiber preceded the use of the spinning wheel by centuries but this ancient art is still popular based on its portability, availability of fine fibers, and a beautiful array of handmade spindles. This class will take the mystery out of how to create beautiful yarn using a drop spindle. Cost $45

Materials:  Class fee includes fiber and a spindle.  You can also bring your own spindle if you have one. 10% off additional fiber purchased in connection with class.

Thursdays July 16 & 23  6-8pm

Nuno Felting: Make a beautiful silk and wool scarf

Scarves: many of us don't leave home without them. They are imperative in the winter but they can also simply be fashionable. In this class you will learn the modern wet felting technique called Nuno which creates a durable, elegant and warm material by combing wool with silk or other light weight fabric. Nuno felting is especially exciting because it is a bit like painting with wool on a silk canvas with an unpredictable and exciting outcome. Come with a sense of adventure and patience! Cost $50 includes all materials

This class will be held outdoors and there is a good chance you will get wet. Please dress appropriately.

Sunday July 13      or       Monday August 11  1-5pm

Private Lessons

Wanting to knit a pattern but not sure how to decipher the pattern? Schedule a private class to get things rolling. One on one help will give you the confidence to master your project. $25 per hour + supplies

Introducing 2 New Hat Patterns ~ Bohemia and Ripley

We've had quite the winter this year. Being that this was my first winter way up north I wasn't sure what to expect, but it sure wasn't more than 330 inches of snow! That's more than 27 feet of snow!! Can you imagine it? I haven't seen my clothesline since Christmas.

Even with all that snow though, I loved it. I loved every crazy, snowy moment of it. It also made for lots and lots of knitting time. I finished so many projects and also started several new patterns that will hopefully be released in the near future.

The first of these patterns are 2 different hats that were inspired by the local ski slopes. The slopes were so much fun to watch, but I wasn't getting on the skis myself. I have a little thing about speeding uncontrollably down a hill.


First up is Ripley. This hat is a quick knit with chunky cables.

The second hat is Bohemia. While this hat is a little more complicated, it's still a super fun knit and looks great when finished.

Once Upon a Time SAL Sneak Peak

Here is a sneak peak at the batts that will be arriving on your doorstep soon for those that joined the OUaT SAL.

We are moving!

Sorry this poor blog has been neglected lately. We've got some exciting news though!

We are moving!!

I am so excited! We are moving in exactly one month to the awesome upper peninsula of Michigan. I can hardly believe it.

In addition to moving, we will be opening up a retail brick and mortar store where you can come by and see us whenever you like. :)

In the meantime, I am trying to still ship products as efficiently as possible, but it may get a little more difficult as I end up with more boxes to work around. I will keep you all in the loop and will always let you know if there is any delay of any kind.

We will be taking a week off to complete the move and get internet hooked up at the new house. I will put an announcement up on the site as soon as I know the exact dates.

February Club Shipments

Here's a sneak peak of the club shipments headed your way.

Guinevere

Stefan

January Club Shipments Are On Their Way!

Our new fiber and yarn clubs are a hit!

Here's your peak at January's club shipments. If you like what you see be sure to check out our February club's available now.

The Vampire Diaries

Merlin