What's Happening This Week at the Knit Affair?

Hey All,

In an effort to be more diligent with the blog, I thought I would post a little update on the going's on at the knit shop.

We are posting our newsletter this week so look for that in your e-mail boxes. Or, if you still prefer a hard copy, stop into the shop for the good old fashioned paper kind that you can post to your fridge.

We are going to be working on a few new projects during February and March. A few of us actually casted on and finished the 5 hour baby sweater. This is Rosemary's sweater below.

Rosemary used a superwash wool from Lorna's Lace's for her version. I finished a pretty little one in a red quattro from Cascade for Charlotte to sport on Valentine's day. The pattern for this little beauty was actually written in the 1950's. The story goes that the author of the pattern intended for the knitter to be able to knit this sweater so quickly, that they could knit one to keep, and one to give away to charity. It's a great pattern. This is actually the forth time I have made Charlotte this particular sweater. She's had one in every size so far. It's knit from the top down, and in one piece. You only have to seam up the arms at the end! It does state that it could be finished in 5 hours. I personally have never managed it, but then......I get distracted easily:)

So, for those of you who would like to be able to check the blog, and see what's coming up at the shop - I thought I would post the class schedule for the next 2 months. Call or stop by to register.

February and March 2009 Class Schedule

2/21 Late Nite Sit N' Knit

6PM - 12 AM

PAJAMA PARTY!!

Come enjoy a night of fun, friends, food, and maybe even a little knitting :)

Cutest pajama's wins a prize!

Dinner included with paid registration

2/28 5-Hour Baby Sweater

11AM-4PM

3/14 Hippity Hop

Felted easter baskets, or a knitted bunny.

What better way to welcome in Spring?

12PM-4PM

3/28 Felted Flower Tote

The perfect little spring accessory!

12PM-4PM

BLOCK PARTY!

Beginning in March, we will be starting a weekly block party every Wednesday.

Each week we will offer 2 new block patterns. One knitted block , and one crocheted.

Weather you are looking to increase your skill level, or create a cherished heirloom afghan - come join the party!

*Call the shop for more details.

Well, that's all from me, for now. I am working on the Felted Flower Tote so I can post a picture for you. I am also working on my first lace project. It's a little shrug pattern I found online. Of course, I have completely modified it! My hope is that I will finish it by Saturday night. I want to wear it on my Valentine's date with my hubby. Wish me luck!

Meet you by the wool,

Rob