Class
Kiri
Description
Kiri is a triangular shawl, with fern motif, garter stitch border and scalloped edging. Great beginner shawl with an easy to follow pattern.
Skill Level
Intermediate
Materials Required
Pattern calls for 3 balls of Rowan Kid Silk Haze, any lace or sock yarn will work. 700 yards. Free pattern online, please print from link below and bring to class. http://www.alltangledup.com/ (pattern is a link on the top left of the page).
Dates
Saturdays July 11, and July 25th, 2:00-4:00 PM
Cost
$30


Class
Continental Knitting
Description
Knitting with the yarn in one's left hand is commonly referred to as Continental knitting or left-hand knitting. Unlike English knitting, the yarn is held in the left hand; the motion of bringing the yarn forward with a needle held in the other hand is thus sometimes known as picking. Continental knitting is preferred by professional hand-knitters, as it is the more efficient method, requiring the shortest number of specific hand-motions per stitch.
Skill Level
Any
Materials Required
Waste yarn to practice with
Session 1
Saturday, June 27, 2:00 to 4:00 PM
Session 2
Wednesday July 8th, 6 to 8 pm
Session 3
Saturday, August 22, 2:00 to 4:00
Cost
$15


Class
Beginning Knitting 1
Description
Learn the basics of knitting and purling.
Skill Level
Beginner
Materials Required
1 skein of Lamb's Pride Bulky, US 10 to 10.5 straight needle.
Session 1
June 15th and 22nd
Cost
$30


Class
Beginning Knitting 2
Description
Learn the basics of knitting in the round, increasing, decreasing, and picking up stitches…all while making a cute felted purse. This is a great class if you are wanting to try something new and get past just knitting scarves!
Skill Level
Beginner
Materials Required
3 skeins of Lamb's Pride Bulky, US 15 24" circular needle, 2 stitch markers in different colors, and a tapestry needle.
Session 1
June 29th, July 6th, and 13th
Cost
$45.


Class
Watermelon Sweater
Description
A whimsical little cardigan that is simple and fun to work up. It is designed by the talented Alana Dakos, who's blog is a must read. You can find it at www.nevernotknitting.blogspot.com This sweater is worked in one piece from the bottom up with no seaming!This pattern includes two different options for closures. A ribbon-tie closure that is woven through the eyelet row on the yoke and a button and loop closure.
Skill Level
Intermediate, you need to be comfortable knitting and purling.
Materials Required
FINISHED MEASUREMENTSChest: 18 19, 20, 22, 23, 25, 26, 27, 28 inchesLength: approx 10.5 11.5, 12, 12.5, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17 inches after blockingMATERIALSMC Manos Cotton Stria 100% Peruvian Cotton; 116 yd/106m per 50g skein; color: #204; 2 2, 3, 3, 3, 4, 4, 5, 5 skeinsCC color: #205; 1 skein, Needles: US 6, 32" circular, and a US 5 and 4, 24" circular
Session 1
June 28th, July 5th, and 12th
Cost
$45.


Class
Felted Clogs
Description
These cozy slippers are a fun project that everyone loves. Once you make one, you won't be able to help yourself…you'll have to make more! This pattern comes in adult or children's sizes.
Skill Level
Intermediate, must be comfortable knitting and purling
Materials Required
3 skeins of a bulky wool (I prefer lambs pride bulky). You'll need 2 skeins of the color that you choose to put on the sole. US 13, 32" circular needle, tapestry needle, and 2 stitchmarkers.
Session 1
July 15, 22, 29
Cost
$45.


Class
Dream in Color Shrug
Description
This is a great beginner lace project that is perfect for summer. Knit in a long rectangle, from cuff to cuff and then seamed up, this shrug is a fun addition to any knitters wardrobe.
Skill Required
Intermediate
Materials Required
2 skeins of Dream in Color "Classy", or 500 yards of another worsted weight yarn, US 8 24" circular needle or a straight needle if you prefer.
Session 1
June 17th, 24th and July 1st
Cost
$45.


Class
Sock Clinic
Description
Want to learn to knit socks? Are you currently knitting them, but stuck? Do you have Second Sock Syndrome? Sock Clinic is for you! It doesn't matter if you're using double points, 2 circulars, or the Magic Loop. We can get you started or move you to the next step. It's fun and addicting!
Skill Level
Advanced Beginner
Materials Required
100 gr. Sock Yarn, size 2 needles (or whatever you're currently working on)
Dates
Saturday, June 13, 2009, 9:00 - 11:00 AM
Saturday, June 27, 2009, 9:00 - 11:00 AM
Saturday, July 11, 2009, 9:00 - 11:00 AM
Saturday, July 25, 2009, 9:00 - 11:00 AM
Saturday, August 8, 2009, 9:00 - 11:00 AM
Saturday, August 22, 2009, 9:00 - 11:00 AM
Cost
$15


Class
Block A Month
Description
Expand your knowledge of knitting stitches. We will knit one 8" x 8" block each month. You will learn how to read patterns and charts, how to cable, how to knit lace and more!
Skill Level
Beginning Knitter
Materials Required
Worsted weight yarn and needles to match. If you wish to purchase enough yarn for the entire year, you will need approximately 2000 to 2200 yards of smooth worsted weight yarn in at least four colors. Pattern provided?
Dates
Thursday, June 4, 2009, 6:00 - 8:00 PM
Thursday, July 2, 2009, 6:00 - 8:00 PM
Thursday, August 6, 2009, 6:00 - 8:00 PM
Cost
$15


Class
Double Knitting
Description
Double Knitting is two-color knitting that is completely reversible. It is very easy once you learn the technique. We will start with a potholder and then make a headband in the round.
Skill Level
Experienced Knitter
Materials Required
1 skein of 2 different colors of Sport Weight Wool, US 4 - 18" circular needles
Dates
Thursdays, July 23 & 30, 6:00 - 8:00 PM
Dates
Thursdays, August 20 & 27, 6:00 - 8:00 PM
Cost
$30

Classes listed below are through May 2009.  Please call the shop at 303-798-2299 to sign up if you interested. Thanks!

Just Enough Ruffles Scarf - "starter" class  Description A fun, quick-knitting scarf with just enough ruffle, perfect for showing off super soft yarns and handspun yarns! This scarf is shaped with short rows and gently curves towards the ends - perfect for wrapping around your neck with not too much bulk. Keep warm with a nice merino wool, or make it lighter in silk or cotton. Any way you work it, this scarf is just enough! This class will be meeting just one time to get you started on knitting your scarf.    Skill Level Beginner/Intermediate, needs to feel comfortable knitting and purling.    Materials Required 2 skeins Malabrigo Merino Worsted (215 yd/100g), US 9 32-inch or longer circular needle, and a tapestry needle   Session 4 Monday, May 4 from 6-8  PM   Cost $15         Einstein Coat  Description An interestingly constructed, garter stitch coat with minimal finishing. This is a very easy sweater, but there is a lot of knitting involved, so I've spaced out the classes to have 3 weeks of knitting time in between each class. This is to give you plenty of time to finish your sweater in the length of the class.   Skill Level Beginner/Intermediate. You must be comfortable knitting.   Materials Required Bulky weight wool or wool blend. Adult sizes 1100 (1200) 1300 (1400) 1500 yds for Chest: 46 (50) 54 (58) 62", 6 1" buttons for adult's, US H-G (5 - 6 mm) crochet hook, The Knitting Experience: Book 1: The Knit Stitch   Dates Monday, February 23, March 16, and April 6 from 6-8  PM   Cost $45         Baby Surprise  Description The Baby Surprise Jacket was designed by Elizabeth Zimmermann in 1968 and remains a popular baby garment to this day. It is an excellent pattern for making use of oddments of yarn or self striping yarns with long color repeats, but looks equally nice knit in a single color with a contrasting button band. The jacket is knit in a single piece with just two seams that run across the shoulders and down the length of the sleeves. Commonly referred to as the "BSJ", the baby surprise jacket is a very entertaining piece of knitted engineering.   Skill Level Beginner, intermediate   Materials Required The Opinionated Knitter by Elizabeth Zimmerman, at least 300-400 yards of whatever weight yarn that you want to use. I would recommend a washable worsted weight, this makes it ready to fit a 12 month old baby. We can discuss yarn choices in more detail in the first class. Needles should be an appropriate size for the yarn that you choose.   Dates Sundays, April 19, 26, and May 3 , 2:00 to 4:00  PM   Cost $45         Beginning Knitting  Description Learn the basics of knitting and purling.   Skill Level Beginner   Materials Required 1 skein of Lamb's Pride Bulky, US 10 to 10.5 straight needle.   Session 3 Sunday, April 19, 26, 12-2 PM   Cost $30         Beginning Knitting 2  Description Learn the basics of knitting in the round, increasing, decreasing, and picking up stitches...all while making a cute felted purse. This is a great class if you are wanting to try something new and get past just knitting scarves!   Skill Level Beginner   Materials Required 3 skeins of Lamb's Pride Bulky, US 15 24" circular needle, 2 stitch markers in different colors, and a tapestry needle.   Session 2 Sunday, May 17, 24, 31, 2-4 PM   Cost $45         Sock Clinic  Description Want to learn to knit socks? Are you currently knitting them, but stuck? Do you have Second Sock Syndrome? Sock Clinic is for you! It doesn't matter if you're using double points, 2 circulars, or the Magic Loop. We can get you started or move you to the next step. It's fun and addicting!   Skill Level Advanced Beginner   Materials Required 100 gr. Sock Yarn, size 2 needles (or whatever you're currently working on)   Session 6 Saturday, April 18, 2009, 9:00 - 11:00 AM   Session 7 Saturday, May 2, 2009, 9:00 - 11:00 AM   Session 8 Saturday, May 16, 2009, 9:00 - 11:00 AM   Cost $15 per session         Block A Month  Description Expand your knowledge of knitting stitches. We will knit one 8" x 8" block each month. You will learn how to read patterns and charts, how to cable, how to knit lace and more!   Skill Level Beginning Knitter   Materials Required Worsted weight yarn and needles to match. If you wish to purchase enough yarn for the entire year, you will need approximately 2000 to 2200 yards of smooth worsted weight yarn in at least four colors.   Dates: Thursday, May 7, 2009, 6:00 - 8:00  PM   Cost $15         Exploring Techniques  Description Deepen your knowledge of knitting. We will be exploring different ways to cast on, cast off, increase, decrease, "unknit", pick up stitches, retrieve dropped stitches, how to make a sweater fit and more.    Skill Level Any   Materials Required Will be different for each class. If you have a specific question or interest, sign up in advance and be sure to mention it so we can cover it at the class.   Dates: Saturday, April 25, 2009, 9:30 - 11:30 AM   Saturday, May 30, 2009, 9:30 - 11:30 AM   Cost $15

Opal's Harry Potter sock yarn: Its here and we have A LOT. If you need this shipped, please call us at 303-798-2299. Thanks!

November Sale Items:

Muench Touch Me $12 Reg $15
Berroco Comfort Worsted $4.50 Reg $5.75
Koigu KPPPM $11 Reg $13.50
Crystal Palace Fizz $2.00 Off
Jojoland Rhythm 25% Off
All Sheep Shop yarns 25% Off
Crystal Palace Taos 25% Off
Pakucho cotton 40% Off

*Sale prices valid on in stock items only

Whats new?

-Harry Potter sock yarn:
http://opalsockyarn.com/HarryPotter.html

-New colors of Malabrigo and the Malabrigo book
http://www.malabrigoyarn.com/

-Fall Rowan yarns

-Mission Falls 136 Merino Superwash http://www.missionfalls.com/136merino.php

-New colors of Offhand bags
http://offhanddesigns.com/601k.html

*Class schedule will be emailed out soon.

What's new at Colorful Yarns!

Corn Yarn:
Plied 100% corn yarn is an eco-friendly alternative to traditional cotton and wool yarns. Smooth and round, it shows stitch detail beautifully and has a light, soft hand. Machine wash and dry for easy-care, Corntastic makes great sweaters, skirts and even socks for both children and adults. Vibrant colors make Corntastic a staple yarn that you can depend on for superior results.


http://www.kollageyarns.com/yarns.php?cid=26

O-Wool Balance:
http://www.vtorganicfiber.com/hkybalance.html


Blue Sky Alpaca:
Hand Spun Organic:
http://blueskyalpacas.com/yarn_detail.php?yarns_ID=14
Skinny Organic:
http://blueskyalpacas.com/yarn_detail.php?yarns_ID=17

Lana Grossa Cambio:
http://www.lanagrossa.com/produkte/single.php?nr=7&l=e&p=1hj_2008
Lana Grossa Gala Print:
http://www.lanagrossa.com/produkte/single.php?nr=21&l=e&p=1hj_2008

1/30/08 Lacey Lamb by Jade Sapphire is now available.

Mirasol Yarns ~ Now in stock:


http://www.mirasolperu.com/ - Miski is one of the new yarns:





Amy Butler Bags - now in stock!

Available Now! "Find A Cure", Breast Cancer Awareness 9" Single Points, Capped with a beautiful, pink "Miracle Bead"! Available in sizes 6 - 13. (Size 11 currently not in stock.)
Westing Bridge will donate a percentage of "Find A Cure" sales to Living Beyond Breast Cancer (LBBC), a non-profit organization focusing on assisting women at all stages of diagnosis, treatment and recovery. Visit www.LBBC.org to find out more about this organization.

Kaps for Kendall Chemo Caps Project: We will be happy to help you with supplies, suggestions, patterns, and will collect completed hats. Information on Making Chemo Caps: -Hats can be all sizes from infant to adult. (A 10 year old child has approximately the same size head as an adult). -They should be fun, special hats, and of soft materials, so as not to irritate the skin. -Children like colorful and creative hats. -Don't forget about the boys. -Though we specialize in knitted and crocheted kaps, we gratefully accept all handmade hats! *Caps can be dropped off at any time. For more information on Kaps for Kendall and cap patterns, go to: http://www.kapsforkendall.com/chemo-cap.htm

Sheep Pottery by Chaucy now available at Colorful Yarns:

What's New:

Fall Maruca Bags:

Lantern Moon Birthday Cake and Lady Bug Tape Measures:

OPAL COTTON arrived this week, its nice! It is a wool/cotton blend.

New Maruca bags are on their way.

Check out the cotton Tatamy Tweed from Kraemer yarns, great for kids knits!

New Opal patterns/colors are now at the store:

*Photos are used with permission of PT Yarn

Like making socks? We just received Lonesome Stone’s new sock yarn, its very soft! We now carry these sock yarns:

Opal, Jawoll by Lang, Lonesome Stone, JCA’s Soft Sea Wool, Claudia’s Handpaints, Brown Sheep Wildfoote, Mountain Colors Bearfoot, Step ~ with Aloe and Jojoba,
Cherry Tree Hill Supersock, Tofutsies ~ with Chitin (Crab and shrimp shells) and Soysilk
Panda Wool and Panda Cotton from Crystal Palace ~ Contains Bamboo

New Opal Rainforest is in!!

*Pictures used with permission of PT Yarn

Karen Gress Trunk Show

Lorna's Laces

NEW!! 100% Wool, Taos, very soft! Felts or will make great sweaters!

Waikiki from Crystal Palace:

Tilli Tomas' Rock Star

Completed "One Skein" projects