Our "Tribute to Sweaters" is going, going, . . .

With June nearing its end, so will our sweater promotion of a free pattern for each $50 worth of yarn for a single sweater project!

We invite you to read on as we highlight new yarns, Tatonka's project of the week, provide an update on this week's classes, fill you in on a few changes to Knit Chat and holiday hours, and share the latest regarding Anne's quest to knit 20 pairs of toe-up socks.

"Splash", by Wendy Bernard for Knit and Tonic

Summer has arrived! A splash of razzle-dazzle color is just what's needed to put Oregon's gloomy 2010 spring behind us once and for all. "Splash" by Wendy Bernard is the perfect knit to punch up your summer. This toney vest is knit from the top down in one piece, and works up in any of our numerous worsted weight beauties. Like the new Lorna's Laces Shepherd Worsted - be the hit of the party in your Zombie BBQ vest. Add a striking button or pin from Lantern Moon to jazz it up. The options are endless !!! Needles 32" long or longer circular needle size US 7 (4.5mm) Double-pointed needles size US 7 (4.5mm) (optional) Gauge: 18 sts and 24 rows = 4" in St st Difficulty: Intermediate, includes optional Provisional Cast On and short rows This is a great summertime quick knit (requiring minimal yardage). Enjoy!

This Week's Thursday Night Fun Hours Class - "Anatomy of a Stitch".

"One of the most informative classes I've ever taken."
"When Leah talks, I'm blown away by her depth of knowledge and creativity."
"What fun!"

These are some of the comments made by participants from our March "Anatomy of a Stitch" class. Don't miss out on this unique and uber-valuable 2-hour session. Learn the characteristics of a stitch - why knitting curls the way it does, why it needs to be blocked, which increase and decrease stitch to use in different situations, how to intentionally twist stitches, various cast-ons and bind-offs and when to use them, and how different fibers react to different approaches. Leah takes you through all these amazing yet essential details of the art of knitting. This Thursday, July 1st from 5 to 7pm.

Our Classes page has plenty of information on upcoming classes including
Learn the Basics of Knitting, "Bag Lady", and For the Love of Lace!

. . . and in other News

New Knit Chat Hours. So that the Annes can enjoy the infrequent yet precious warm Oregon summer evenings mother nature chooses to send our way, our evening Knit Chat has moved up an hour. Join us Tuesdays from 5 to 7pm to knit, chat, get an occasional question answered and commiserate with great knitters and crocheters.

Happy Birthday USA. In celebration of our great country's independence, For Yarn's Sake will be closed this Sunday, July 4th. We'll be open as usual on Monday, July 5 - we know many of our faithful crochet and knitting friends have the day off so please come see us and we'll help you pick out some beautiful yarn for your next creation!

In Stitches. Blogging - For Yarn's Sake Style. Well, if you ever wondered whether the owner of a store filled with wonderful yarn makes mistakes whilst knitting, check out the latest post on Anne's blog, In Stitches. You'll get a real look into what it's like to unravel a troubled project.

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