Knit In Public Day Celebrated in San Rafael

Marin Fiber Arts in San Rafael is hosting an event to celebrate World Wide Knit In Public Day in downtown San Rafael at the San Rafael City Plaza. The event takes place at 12:00 noon on Saturday June 9th, which just so happens to coincide nicely with San Rafael's Italian Street Painting Festival! Lots to see and do. Come out and show everyone how cool knitting and crocheting can be! The city plaza has many wooden & concrete benches along the walls, and there are plenty of food options.

The official link to the event is here: WWKIP in San Rafael

Marin Fiber Arts is located at 1026 Court Street in downtown San Rafael. Call 415.459.4600 for questions.

Lily Chin Coming to Nine Rubies Knitting in June

Nine Rubies Knitting will be welcoming Lily Chin, one of the nation’s most renowned knitters, for a series of workshops on Monday, June 18th and Tuesday, June 19th. We’ve planned a jam-packed series of events with Lily. The schedule and pricing information is below. You can get additional class descriptions and the homework assignments (!!) when you register.

Monday, June 18th,
3-5 pm: Book signing, trunk show, reception - Lily will be talking about her line of yarn - the Lily Chin Signature Line and her patterns that support these yarns.
6-9 pm: Short Row Shaping - (intermediate skill level): this technique allows you to create smooth curves and lines in knitting. Techniques that will be taught include horizontal bust darts, seamless hat on 2 needles instead of 4, a sock heel…


Tuesday, June 19th
9 am – 12 pm: Tips and Tricks - this great class will make your knitting life easier and better. Learn to cast on in a 2-tail method without ever running out of the 2nd tail! Learn from a master knitter, her invaluable tips and techniques.

1:30 pm – 4:30 pm: Reversible Cables - Learn how cables work, which stitches, yarns and needles are ideal for reversible cables. You’ll also learn how to chart them so you’ll know what you’ll be getting beforehand. (some cable experience required)

All sessions are priced at $65 each. Be sure to let us know if you are a store member - your membership discount applies. We anticipate high demand for these classes and have limited space. Please call the store (650-685-6205) or stop by to register. That is the only way to guarantee your spot. Our store address is 28 E. 3rd Avenue, San Mateo. We are open 10 am - 7 pm, 7 days a week.

Upcoming Events at Full Thread Ahead

Purls Forever Book Signing and Trunk Show- Sunday March 18 2pm

Jonelle Raffino, founder and chief designer, for SWTC has published her first book, Purls Forever and is coming by to share her secrets for creating natural fibers.

She'll be bringing new spring designs for soy, corn, and bamboo fibers ideal for the Bay area climate.

Join us for a fun romp through the fiber garden. Please RSVP by emailing info@fullthreadahead.com or calling the store to make sure we have enough seats for everyone. See you there. And since this is Full Thread Ahead, you know there'll be prizes and surprises!

International Knit For Peace Day - Wednesday, March 21 11am-6pm
No matter what your political affiliation, your economic status, or position on world events, the one common theme we all share is a wish for peace. This year we'll be spending the day, from 11am to 6pm working on our warm woolies projects and projecting peace. Please join us.

WWKIP Day 2007

Once again, Danielle has taken it upon herself to organize World-Wide Knit In Public Day.

Last year, I organized San Francisco's meetup, and had a really good time. There was a good turnout, and since it took place in Union Square, gave the public an eyeful. I hope even more will come to the event this year, and for those of you who don't live in San Francisco, you may want to organize a meetup in your town.

It may seem as though February is a bit early to start talking about this, but now is the time to scout out a great location. Cafes and parks are ideal (and abundant), and you want to take weather into consideration.

This year, it's on June 9th, which is the second Saturday in June (same as last year).

For more info on becoming an organizer, and to check out all the cool places the event was held last year, you'll want to go to the WWKIP Day website.

Nancy Bush Workshop at Nine Rubies Knitting

We are honored and delighted that renowned author Nancy Bush will be coming to Nine Rubies Knitting. She will be teaching her popular 6-hour workshop based on her book Knitting Vintage Socks . This class sold out in hours at Stitches West.

You’ll make a sampler in this class, using techniques adapted from Nancy’s new book including a very interesting heel and toe shaping not commonly used today. Students should have intermediate knitting skills and be familiar with using double point needles. Prior sock knitting experience preferred.



Here are the details:

Date: Monday, February 26th
Time: 9 am – 3 pm (with ½ hour break for lunch, which will be provided)
Cost: $115 (10% discount to store members)

We anticipate high demand for this class and have limited space. Please call the store (650-685-6205) or stop by to register. That is the only way to guarantee your spot. Our store address is 28 E. 3rd Avenue, San Mateo. We are open 10 am - 7 pm, 7 days a week.

If you are unable to attend the workshop, stop by our booth at Stitches (# 804, 806). Nancy will be signing books from 12:30-1 pm on Saturday, February 24th. Knitting Vintage Socks will be available for purchase at the booth or at the store.

Reporter looking for Jewish Crafters

Hi there,

I got an email from Stacey Palevsky a staff writer with the Jewish News Weekly of Northern California. She is looking to talk to Jewish crafters (crochet,knit, sew, etc.) for a piece.

To get in touch with her call her at 415-263-7200 ext. 28 or email: Stacey@jweekly.com.

Cheers,

Suzie
www.thepurlygates.net

Marin Fiber Arts Holiday Events!

There is a lot going on at Marin Fiber Arts as we are getting well into the Holiday Season. Many of you knitters out there are still searching for "that perfect gift" for friends and family, so why not give them something hand-made? To help manage the holidays, there are several specials happening at Marin Fiber Arts that are available through the end of the year:

Clearance Shelf!! Right now the entire Bollicine line as well as some Cascade yarns are on sale at 50%.

Last-minute holiday gift classes FREE of charge. On December 2 and 9 (both Saturdays) there will be a short series of free classes on getting together holiday gifts. Topics include: Modular Felted Coaster, Multi-directional Scarf, Star Ornament, Modular Circular Stuffed Ball Ornament, and Keyhole Scarf. Classes are taking place throughout the day and last approximately 1-1.5 hours. All you have to do to participate is buy the materials that you will be using.

A Jo Sharp trunk Show will be taking place Thursday November 30- Tuesday December 12. Many beautiful garments featured in Jo Sharp's new book "Knit" Vol.1 will be on display, from cardigans to pullovers, featuring two new yarns for fall: Alpaca Silk Georgette and Alpaca Kid Lustre. During the trunk show, all Jo Sharp yarns will be on SALE for 15% off!

Cash for Stash is still happening! Clean out your stash, bring it in and Marin Fiber Arts will donate it to charity. In exchange for every pound of yarn you bring in, you get a $5 store credit. It doesn't matter what kind fo yarn it is, as long as it is clean and wound into balls/hanks/skeins.

All of these events (unless otherwise noted) are running until the end of the year! And as always, Thursday nights the store is open late for the knit night. Come in, bring a project, and knit with us!

Marin Fiber Arts is located at:
1026 Court Street
San Rafael, CA 94901
(415) 459-4600
http://www.marinfiberarts.com/

Full Thread Ahead Anniversary Sale

From Friday, November 17th and to Sunday, November 19th, everything in the store is 20% off. More details on the store blog

Please remember our seasonal hours through Christmas:

• Monday 11am - 9pm
• Tuesday 11am - 6pm
• Wednesday 11am - 6pm
• Thursday 11am - 8pm
• Friday 11am - 9pm (Open until 10pm on LACY Dance nights)
• Saturday/Sunday 11am - 5pm

We're adding Fridays to open knit nights, but as always you're welcome any time the store is open to come and knit with us.

Full Thread Ahead
169 Main Street
Los Altos, CA 94022

(650) 948-9036
(888) Go-Knit1

Marin Fiber Arts: Stash for Cash!

The holiday season is fast approaching and that means coming up with cash for gifts for friends and family. If you plan on knitting gifts, or just want to endulge in buying yourself a gift of knitting goodies, but have that much too common oversized stash of yarn you may never use, have no fear. Marin Fiber Arts in San Rafael is having a Stash for Cash event than runs through December 31, 2006.
Clean out your stash by bringing in all your unwanted yarn... doesn't matter what kind; it can be dime-store acrylic from 25 years ago to novelty yarn you bought last year on sale but just don't like. The yarn will be donated to local schools and charities, so while you are narrowing your unwanted yarn stash and getting great deals on new yarns, children and those in need are also benefiting from your generosity!
For every pound of yarn you bring in, you will receive a $5 credit towards your purchase. Bring in 5 pounds, and you get a $25 credit! Your credit must be redeemed on the day you bring in your yarn, and the credit can be applied towards the purchase of anything in the store with the exception of class fees.
Thank you for your holiday support, and happy knitting!

Marin Fiber Arts is located at:
1026 Court Street
San Rafael, CA 94901
(415) 459-4600
http://www.marinfiberarts.com/

Another Great Event at Nine Rubies Knitting

Just one week after our book signing with The Dominitrix, Jennifer Stafford (http://ninerubies.com/knitting/blog/whip-your-knitting-into-shape), we will be joined by the co-author of one of the most talked about knitting books of the fall. Yarn store owner Mel Clark has co-written a wonderfully witty book called Knit 2 Together with the gifted actress Tracey Ullman. The book is filled with fun and wearable projects such as a shrug, a cardigan and a darling baby cape. Mel will be here for a book signing, trunk show and Q&A session on Sunday, December 3rd, from 2-5 pm. Mel will talk about her experiences as a yarn store owner and author, and how she and Tracey came upon the idea of working on a book together.

In order to get a sense of the quantities we need to order, we’re asking that you pre-order the book if you will be coming to the signing (or if you just want a copy). Please stop by the store or call us if you are interested. We’ll have extra copies of the book at the event if you don’t want to pre-order. Of course, you are more than welcome to come to the event even if you don’t order the book J.

Nine Rubies Knitting is located in downtown San Mateo at 28 E. 3rd Avenue, just east of El Camino. There is street parking as well as a parking structure located around the corner at 2nd Avenue and El Camino. The store phone number is 650-685-6205. Hope to see you there.

Yarn! last day is November 18th

Yarn! on Santa Clara Ave. in Alameda, is going out of business. Stock is depleted but everything left is 40% off.

Last day open is November 18th.

Whip Your Knitting into Shape at Nine Rubies

Nine Rubies is delighted to announce that The Domiknitrix AKA Jennifer Stafford, will be coming to Nine Rubies on Saturday, November 25th from 3-7 pm. Nine Rubies is honored to be her first book signing event.

Jennifer has a unique, fun and funky approach to knitting. The book teaches the basics of knitting, purling and finishing, but Jennifer’s real talent is apparent in the more than 20 great patterns. She is the most adventurous knitter - hates those seams and will do anything to avoid them altogether. Her designs are very San Francisco hip - parents and teenagers are going to argue over who’s wearing this look. And you’re going to love making them…

In order to get a sense of the quantities we need to order, we’re asking that you pre-order the book if you will be coming to the signing (or if you just want a copy). Please stop by the store or call us if you are interested. We’ll have extra copies of the book at the event if you don’t want to pre-order. Of course, you are more than welcome to come to the event even if you don’t order the book - Jennifer would be happy to help you boss your yarn around.

The store is located in downtown San Mateo at 28 E. 3rd Avenue, just east of El Camino. There is street parking as well as a parking structure located around the corner at 2nd Avenue and El Camino. The store phone number is 650-685-6205. Hope to see you there.

Ann Norling at Nine Rubies Knitting this Wednesday

We are delighted that the popular knitwear designer Ann Norling will be appearing at Nine Rubies Knitting this Wednesday, October 25th from 6-8 pm. Ann will talking about one of her latest patterns “The Perfect Tee” - which is all about knitting up the perfect Tee sweater for anyone, in any yarn, with or without sleeves. She'll also be showing some of her beautiful patterns knitted up.

On the occasion of the Ann’s visit to the store, we will be providing 15% off on all Crystal Palace Yarns. We will also be taking special orders on any Crystal Palace yarns ordered by you, even if we do not carry that specific yarn.

Nine Rubies Knitting is located at 28 E. 3rd Avenue in downtown San Mateo. Parking is available on the street, or around the corner at 2nd Avenue and El Camino. The phone number is 650-685-6205.

looking for new Bay Area Knitter Moderators

Hi All,

I am so happy this Bay Area Knitters ring has taken off! We have 146 members now.

Some of you who follow the ring may know that I recently moved up to Seattle, WA for graduate school. I've found I'm not having enough time to manage the ring. I'm looking for a couple people to help take over the moderation of the ring and community blog.

Shoot me an email at crafteratheart AT gmail DOTcom if you are interested.

thanks,
Lori

Knit Out At Full Thread Ahead and Save

Do you have a knit group; are always looking for knit friendly places to meet and like to save money? Then this is for you!Book a time for your knit group in our well lighted living room and receive a discount based on the number of people that come - for 5 and over in your group save 10%, for 10 and over save 15%, for 15 and over save 20%. The more who come, the more you save!
You can meet during the week or weekend; day or evening. Just contact us for full details and to book your time out!

Red Scarf Project

Full Thread Ahead is proud to announce their sponsorship of the Red Scarf Project.

Now through January 7th, we'll be a drop off point for those completed red scarves.
Drop off a completed red scarf with us, and you'll save 10% on any purchases during your visit.

Join us for Knit For The Red Scarf Sundays - the first Sunday of every month from 1-3pm we'll be knitting our red scarves, join us in the living room for this great cause. Our first Knit for the Red Scarf Sunday is October 1.

Nine Rubies Knitting Customer Appreciation Day

Nine Rubies Knitting (www.ninerubies.com) is having a Customer Appreciation Day on Saturday, September 30th, beginning at 10 am. Everything in the store will be discounted 15% (more for store members). In addition, there will be a party from 4-7 pm to celebrate the store's first nine months in business. New and existing customers are invited to join in the fun and stock up on some great yarns, needles, accessories and more. We carry an extensive selection of Rowan, Debbie Bliss, Artyarns, Schaefer, Mountain Colors, Misti Alpaca and many, many more.

The store is located in downtown San Mateo at 28 E. 3rd Avenue, just east of El Camino. There is street parking as well as a parking structure located around the corner at 2nd Avenue and El Camino. The store phone number is 650-685-6205. Hope to see you there.

Knit Flicks

Thursday, August 31 is Knit Flicks night at Noe Knit. Movie start at 7:00. Chairs are first come first serve but feel free to bring your own or a pillow for the floor. Looks like this month's movie is Sense and Sensability but there is still time to cast your vote. All Knit Flicks movies are free!

Noe Knit is on 24th St between Sanchez & Castro.

noni bag trunk show

noni bags
Originally uploaded by katbaro.

The Noni Bag Trunk Show is commin' to town! The celebration of its arrival will be August 24th. 6:30 - 8:00 pm at Noe Knit (24th street between Sanchez & Noe) We will discuss and delight in the designs. Eight of the bags from the collection will be live in the store. If you can't come to the party Thursday night, they will all be on display through Aug 28th. Stop by and have a look at these beauties!

Clear Out the Clearance Sale @ Full Thread Ahead

We have some exciting new fall yarns coming in and its time to make room! So we've filled the clearance wall to overflowing with many new yarns in their first appearance at the sale wall, and are offering all skeins for only $3 each.

Every skein is at least 50% and many are 70% off or more. There's Bamboo, Silk, even a little Alpaca, and lots of summer/fall transition yarns. Hurry selection is limited. All sales are final. Sorry this is an in-store sale only.

Full Thread Ahead
169 Main Street

Los Altos CA 94022

650 948 9036

Open 7 days a week:

Mon 10am-9pm
Tues 10am-6pm
Wed 10am-6pm
Thurs 10am-6pm
Fri 10am-6pm
Sat 10am-5pm
Sun 11am-5pm