Thursday, September 27, 2007

Free Knitalongs at Nine Rubies Knitting

Nine Rubies Knitting in San Mateo is hosting two free knitalongs this fall. Check out the blog or call the store (650-685-6205) for details. The knitalongs are free but pre-registration is required.

A brief summary of both knitalongs is below.


Yarn requirements: 1200 yards laceweight yarn ( fingering weight can be used; the stole will be larger). Solid or semi-solid colors are recommended. We have yarns from The Alpaca Yarn Company, Baywood Yarns, Schaefer, Prism and Misti Alpaca that would all be suitable. We have the divine Malabrigo laceweight coming in mid to late September as another option. The colors will be gorgeous.

Bead Requirements: Approximately 300 size 6 or 8 beads.
Sign Ups: You need to join the Yahoo Groups (groups.yahoo.com/group/secretofthestole) to get the clues. Membership closes on October 5th. We also ask that you register at the store so we know how many people to expect.

Dates: Mondays, 5:30 - 7:00 pm, beginning October 8th and continuing for eight weeks. The last session will be Monday, November 26th.



Deconstructing New Pathways for Sock Knitters - FreeNew Pathways for Sock Knitters: Book One, by Cat Bordhi, is creating a revolution in sock knitting. The book introduces 8 new architectures, each of which has new and unique features and benefits. The KAL will explore these architectures over a space of 10 weeks, meeting every other week.
Each meeting will focus on another new architecture and KALers can choose whichever sock they want to make with that architecture.
Requirements:
New Pathways for Sock Knitters: Book One, by Cat Bordhi. (Book available from Nine Rubies)
Skills: Participants should have sufficient experience in sock knitting to have completed at least one pair of traditional socks (using any method)
Schedule: Saturdays, 1 - 3 pm
Session 1: 10/13 - Sky Architecture
Session 2: 10/27 - Coriolis
Session 3: 11/10 - Upstream or Cedar
Session 4: 11/24* - Riverbed or Foxglove
Session 5: 12/8 - Ridgeline or Sidestream
*11/24 meeting may be rescheduled if majority of group will be absent
A detailed list of recommended yarns for each architecture is available at the shop.

Saturday, September 22, 2007

Anniversary Sale at Marin Fiber Arts

Marin Fiber Arts in San Rafael is celebrating its 2-year anniversary with a store-wide sale! All in-stock yarn is at least 25% off, with a long list of selected yarns up to 50% off. In addition, all books are discounted 20% off. The sale runs now through Sunday, September 30th.

Additionally, to thank everyone for their support, we are raffling off four scarf kits - one on each Saturday and Sunday during the sale - featuring 2 balls of Karabella Boise, an amazing cashmere/merino blend (need not be present to win).

Thanks!
Warren
Marin Fiber Arts

Tuesday, September 18, 2007

Help Wanted at Full Thread Ahead

Full Thread Ahead is looking for part-time staff. We provide competitive pay and an attractive employee discount. Some weekends, school vacations, and evening hours.

Job Duties include: Working with customers in selecting yarns, patterns, and products; Providing technical guidance in both crochet and knitting; Merchandising including: inventory and tagging arriving items,stocking shelves, keeping store neat and organized; Assisting with programs, during and after-hours onsite and offsite events

Job Skills Required: Medium to expert skills in Knitting and/or crocheting Retail & Customer Service Experience Willingness to work as a team with both adults and children Creative, customer-service oriented, upbeat outlook

Please contact us at info@fullthreadahead.com if interested

Friday, September 14, 2007

Customer Appreciation Sale at Nine Rubies Knitting




2nd Annual Customer Appreciation Day 2007 is Saturday, September 22nd from 10 am - 5 pm.


In honor of the event, everything in the store will be 15% off all day (20% for members). Store Members also have the added advantage of beginning to buy on the 17th of September. There will be refreshments served in the late afternoon on Sept. 22nd. This is a great time to get your holiday lists started and stock up on all the yarn that will be needed for those great gifts that you are going to be handing out.


And just like last year, we will be having the annual customer trunk show. Bring anything you’ve made since Nine Rubies opened and we will display it in the front window. Or just come and admire what other people have made and be inspired by your fellow knitters. Stay tuned for additional events and games that we will add between now and then.
Nine Rubies Knitting is located at 28 E. 3rd Avenue in downtown San Mateo. There is street parking and a parking structure around the corner at 2nd Avenue and El Camino. Call the store with questions (650-685-6205).


PS: As usual we will not be winding yarn on Sale Day, but we will be happy to wind them if you bring them back to the store another day.