Five more days
This is our final week together at the shop. Before I go over the schedule for the week, here are a few things to share.
Hearts for Haiti- Thanks, everyone.
We reached the goal of 120-130 heart cushions, thanks to many hands. We especially want to thank Cathie R, who is personally responsible for knitting over 50 of them.
Last Sunday, we cut them all down from the rafters and used them to surround Caroline, QiQi and Stephen with some hand-knit love.
In February, they will be delivered to the orphanage in Haiti, where Caroline will meet her new daughter Lourdes. Congrats and best wishes to the entire family.
Classes
Click on the classes page at right to see a list of classes for 2010. “Become a Better Knitter” filled quickly, so another date has been added.
Tuesdays in 2010
Click on the events page to see a schedule for Tuesday get-togethers.
There’s an echo.
A lot of yarn has left the building, leaving an echo-y space behind. What we have left is 40% off through Friday, with a new discount level to be announced for Saturday. Knitters, there are still some beautiful future projects on the shelves, including yarn and books for future knitting plans. Crocheters, grab some great books and a comfy crochet hook. Spinners, there is a nice adjustable niddy noddy from Nancy’s Knit Knacks, and a portable lazy kate, at 40% off. Dyers, we have pots of dye and some good color books. Fans, we have Know Your Cuts of Lamb Gear.
For gifting, we just got more Knitting Answer Books. Since we just got them, they are not discounted, but they are great stocking stuffers even at full price.
Stuff that stocking with knitting help.
Many of you have asked where to go for help once we close. The idea of a knitting help punch card was well received as we talked with you about it this week, so they are now available. Here’s the deal: Lorilee will offer help by appointment in her home, which is just a half-mile south of the shop. You can now buy a card at the shop for $25, good for an hour of help in 15 minute increments. Details are on the card. I am sorry I can no longer help you for free at the shop, but at least this is an option for those who want it. (Put it on your wish list, and make sure sure Santa sends an elf to the shop before the 19th. After January 5, you can buy them from me directly.)
Schedule for the week:
Monday- closed.
Tuesday 12 noon - 9 pm. 40% OFF. Knitting night IMPORTANT: The sofas and about 6 chairs are there, but most of the folding chairs are gone, so, BRING A CHAIR. It’s too difficult to knit with another knitter on your lap.
Wednesday 10 - 5. 40% OFF
Thursday 10 - 9. 40% OFF
Friday 10 - 5. 40% OFF
Saturday 10 - 4. T.B.A.% OFF.
I was asked the following about the last day. Can we bring food? Can we bring some wine? Can we stay after the doors close at 4:00? I answered “yes” to all. So, while CK is not planning a party, it sounds like some of you are, which will be great, thanks. (AGAIN, BRING SOMETHING TO SIT UPON.)
This website.
The City Knitting website will continue on, so we can continue to keep in touch. I am planning to continue teaching, both in my home and on the road. (If you are not in the Grand Rapids area and want to take classes, ask your LYS to contact me.) The website will also keep you informed about retreats. I plan to organize one or two per year. (See events page at right.) My schedule, whether on the road teaching, or on the road selling Cuts of Lamb gear at festivals, will also be posted here. So, stay in touch. Many thanks. -Lorilee