hi, I just got my booth number for Stitches Midwest and it is #239. Way in the corner but worth the walk. We are featuring Heartland’s Fanning the Flame Mittens, made from sock yarn and just awesome. Also we have a new shawl collared vest pattern and yarn for sizes small to 3X. Easy and fun to wear. Our cabbage rose purse, felted tote and nubbles purses will be available also in many colors. Hope to see any and all of you at Stitches.
Also, Still a few spots for Chris Bylsma’s Workshops July 24 and 25th in Okoboji. Call either store for more information or to register. Thursday she will be doing the Crayon Box Jacket and Friday, teaching us all what to do with our stash so the quilt is gone. : ) In stashology, she will show you patterns for a jacket, sweater, shawl or use a pattern you have always wanted to make. Carroll #712-792-2890 and Okoboji #712-332-2131. Would love to see you in one or both classes. (The goodie bag is worth the fee besides the wonderful instructions from Chris).
Happy Knitting and Crocheting, Beth
Hi, Our Kauni yarns are here and moving out fast. I had such a fun time knitting with it as it feels like you are using wool right from the animal (complete with a little straw like material) : ). If you have had the chance, you know what I mean. I made a felted purse pattern using 3 skeins of EQ, carrying 2 strands with a #8US and it worked great. I added one round of cabbage roses and then put a ruffle on the top. Need to line it now and decide on handles. We are also making shawls, mittens, hats and sweaters at the shop.
Happy knitting to all of you.
Chris Bylsma’s Workshops in July at Okoboji Registration form
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| Thurs July 24th 9am – 4pm |
Crayon Box Jacket: Learn how to create a one-of-a-kind designer jacket in an endless combination of colors, fibers and textures. The entire body is knit one square at a time without any seams. Class includes sizing, choosing colors, the dos and don’ts of combining textures and fibers, style options, finishing tricks, care and more. Class size is limited. |
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| Friday July 25th 9am – 4pm |
Stashology: Stashers unite! An “adequate supply of yarn” is nothing to be ashamed of- it’s a true art and science. Explore “retrieving”, “feeding” and “creating” from your wonderful treasure trove. Learn to combine fibers, weights, colors, and textures to create many different types of “stash fabric”. Then turn it into something extraordinary – choosing from a number of Chris Bylsma patterns. Recommended for stashers of all quantity levels. Class size is limited. |
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Terms & Conditions:· Full payment is due at time of registration. In the event you must cancel, a refund may be requested until July 10th but a $10 fee will apply. No refunds will be given after this date. If, for any reason, The Yarn Basket has to cancel the event, a full refund will be given.· Class size is limited. Waiting lists will be established as necessary in case of cancellations.· A confirmation letter with key information will be sent upon receipt of a completed registration form and full payment of the registration fee. What to Bring and expect:· Bring your stash as we will incorporate it into your garment.· We will be at the AmericInn classroom, located within one mile of THE YARN BASKET. · Time will be allowed for shopping at THE YARN BASKET so don’t worry if you forget any of your knitting needs· Bring your needles or get some new ones. We have addis, denise, and clover options.· Lunch is included, catered by The Prairie Chick. Coffee, tea and soft drinks will be available free during the day.· If you need a room, please call the AmericInn at Okoboji- 712-332-9000 and reserve your room. You may need to do this soon as summer at the lakes is BUSY.· If you have any questions, please call THE YARN BASKET at 712-332-2131 for information.
· Please send this form to one of the address below. Thanks and happy knitting.
The Yarn Basket 1302 Hwy 71 North Okoboji, IA 51355 712-332-2131The Yarn Basket 512 N. Adams Carroll, IA 51401 712-792-2890www.bethsyarnbasket.com
That silly groundhog was right. Winter is certainly still here. We in western Iowa have not had the snows like you in Eastern Iowa have had but we still have the cold. Ugh, unless you like to snuggle in a warm home with yarn beside you. I sure do and am currently making (amoung other things) Elizabeth Zimmerman’s surprise sweater. Mine is in Amaizing, SWTC’s corn fiber, which is truely amaizing and fun to knit with. Our Gracie needs something pink and white and purple. We are having a class on Valentine’s day (my job besides teaching the class is to bring chocolate) and will have one in March as well. Such a fun sweater. Some of the people signed up are doing the adult one as well. Can’t wait.
So happy knitting and happy valentines day to all of you. Hope to see you soon in either of our shops. 512 N. Adams in Carroll or 1302 Hwy 71 North in Okoboji. Carrolls hours are Mon - Sat 10-5 and Thurs till 8. Okoboji is Wed through Sat 10-5.
Hi, Hopefully everyone is warm and inside (if in the midwest). The bad thing is it is cold outside, the good thing is we know how to knit or crochet!
New Namaste bags: awesome!!! We got in yesterday one of each color of the Malibu and Laguna and Cali clutches and I can see that I have to reorder right away.
Chris Bylsma: Here’s some more information: She is coming to Okoboji to give a workshop on her wonderful Crayon Box Jacket (one day class on Thursday, July 24th) and her 24/7 Jacket (one day class on Friday, July 25th). Call the store to sign up for one or both days. She is amazing and brings such life and fun to knitting. I have both patterns in the store so stop in and see or call (712-792-2890 Carroll or 712-332-2131 Okoboji). Classes are limited and will fill up fast.
Then, I found Kauni yarns, from Denmark and they should arrive in the shops in 2 weeks. If you haven’t seen their yarns, they have the most wonderful rainbow wool yarn for just about anything, as well as their other colorways. I had fun looking up the EURO conversion chart to see just what I was ordering. : ) Can’t wait to start my rainbow sweater!!!!!
So, till next time. Happy knitting and crocheting, Beth
ps, sorry about the font from the first blog. I had to get out my magnifying glass to read it so hopefully, this is better!!!
Hi everyone. I just acquired the knowledge I needed to begin a blog (Believe me, knitting is so much easier.) so here goes.
My plan is to write at least once a week and possible more as new things happen at The Yarn Basket, both in Carroll (712-792-2890) and Okoboji (712-332-2131). Just got back from market in sunny LA and what’s new? Namaste bags, flat feet sock yarn, signing Chris Bylsma to give a retreat at the lake, and all the new yarns that we love to knit and crochet so please stop in.
Chris Bylsma is coming to Okoboji on July 23rd and 24th for Crayon Box Jacket on Thursday and another class on Friday tba. We can take 25 students each day, so if you are interested, please contact us soon so we can get you registered. Sign up for one or both days.
Our preferred member program is available now. For $20, you receive a tote bag, tape measure, 5% off all purchases in 2008, 20% storewide the 5th Saturdays of the month and 1/2 off all classes (sorry, retreats not included).
Winter Games at the Lake, this next weekend, we will be open both Sat 10-5 and Sunday 12-4. Hope to see you and your friends. Til then, happy knitting, Beth
