Nana's Knitting Shop

Knitting tales of a lifelong knitter
and yarn shop owner.

Friday, June 26, 2009

Finito

The Summer Vest is finished:


And so is the Wrapped in Tradition Lace:


I'm working diligently on the Botanica Medallion. I'm about 3/4 done!

And last, but not least I'm working on the Origata Pillow for a really fun class in August.

I've finally chosen my colors for my Great North American Afghan and will be starting very soon. I've really missed making a square every month, I'm shocked to say.

Wednesday, June 10, 2009

Great Fun with Ysolda

Here's a recap in pictures of our evening with Ysolda!


















Thursday, June 04, 2009

Meet Ysolda Teague!


Scottish Designer Ysolda Teague will be at the Shop on Tuesday, June 9 at 6:30 p.m.

She will display a trunk show of her fabulous designs and will be signing copies of her new book, Whimsical Little Knits which will be on sale at the event.

It will be a fun evening and of course, refreshments will be served! See you on Tuesday!

Tuesday, June 02, 2009

And the Winners are...

In the Garment category, Kristen K. won the most votes for her lovely empire waist tunic!

The pattern is from the Filatura di Crosa Spring/Summer 2008 book and is made from Cascade's fabulous Heritage sock yarn. Congratulations Kristen, your tunic is beautiful!

The winner in the Accessory category is Eileen R. Eileen made this beautiful Fair Isle Christmas stocking and it is an absolute stunner.

The pattern is Kate Gilbert's Fireside Stocking pattern from Interweave Knits Holiday Gifts 2007 issue. Eileen used 6 colors of Cascade 220. Bravo, Eileen!

And the winner of the Voter's raffle was Joanne H.

Many thanks to all of the Competition participants and to all of our very supportive voters. It was lots of fun and as always I am awed by the talented people I know.

We'll do it again next year!