January 2015
Happy New Year!
A New Year and A New Newsletter...
All of us at Monarch Knitting wish to thank you for your support and patronage over this last year. We hope you enjoy reading our newsletter and take note of all of the exciting happenings at Monarch. We are now scheduling our classes three months in advance, so you can plan ahead! Just check out the listings under classes at the bottom of the newsletter and on our website at http://monarchknitting.com. Over the next few months we are looking forward to a few exciting events. Alana Dakos and Marge Oakley (Ann Norling) will be visiting us again, Anzula will be here for a trunk show in March and the YarnOver Truck from LA will be visiting in late April. Lastly, watch our Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/MonarchKnitting) over the next month to get some great tips and hints to help you organize your stash, knitting supplies and projects. Make 2015 the year you knit some special things for yourself, try some new techniques, and organize your knitting world! Knit... and be happy!Project of the Month... Tubularity
What is your favorite color? Don’t just pick one, but seven, and cast on Tubularity! One of Ann’s favorite designers, Martina Bhem, brings us this versatile wrap knit with the colors of your choice: vibrant, tonal or sophisticated. This piece, knit as a long tube, can be worn many ways: as a comfy neckwarmer, a shawl secured with a button, or as a cowl, with the ends tucked into the tube. Ann’s cowl is knit with Shibui Staccato and Madelinetosh’s sock yarn in seawash but the options are endless. Use our new colors of Koigu, Sweet Georgia, Anzula, or Misti Alpaca. The most difficult part of this project is selecting the colors! If you are not convinced to knit one yet, check out Martina’s video on how to wear Tubularity at vimeo.com/90629425.
Classes...
Alana Dakos... Designing Stitch Motifs with Traveling Cables
Saturday, January 17th from 2:00pm to 4:00pm
Alana Dakos, of "Never Not Knitting", is coming back to Monarch Knitting! Saturday, January 17th from 2:00pm to 4:00pm
In this class you will learn how to use different types of cables with combinations of knit and purl stitches to create embossed-looking, free-flowing stitch motifs in your knitting. Alana will show examples of how she has used these various techniques in her personal design work and explain their application. You will experiment with different cabling techniques as a class and then you will have free time to play and create your own design on a baby hat worked in the round. Basic pattern for the hat will be provided. We will discuss the following stitches:
-The difference between a cable and a twist
-Using increases and decreases to manipulate stitches
-Textures
This event is certain to be popular and space is limited, so sign up early to secure your spot. The cost is $40.00 for what is sure to be an educational class.
Take the Mystery out of Fair Isle Knitting
Saturday, January 24th from 2:00pm to 4:00pm
Saturday, January 24th from 2:00pm to 4:00pm
Have you ever admired a beautiful color-work garment and believed it to be too difficult to attempt? Fear no more... we have the perfect class for you. Pick one of two projects, Color Work Fingerless Mitts or the Vogue Knitting Koigu Cowl (if you are feeling a bit more ambitious), and we will have you fair isle knitting in no time. In the class we will show you how to work with two colors simultaneously, strand and weave yarn, read a color work chart and how to correct a mistake with the duplicate stitch. Before taking the class, we ask that you come into the store to select your project and cast on and knit to the first row of fair isle. The cost of the class is $30.00 and does not include supplies.
Quick Tips...
Come in any time between 3:00pm and 4:00pm on Wednesdays or 10:30am to 11:00am (this time has changed!) on Saturdays to get a free 10-15-minute demonstration on a knitting technique. This month's tips are:
Week 1 - Right and Left Leaning Increases, as used in Tubularity
Week 2 - Cable Cast On
Week 3 - I-Cord Bind Off
Week 4 - Crochet a Border on Your Knitting Project
Week 2 - Cable Cast On
Week 3 - I-Cord Bind Off
Week 4 - Crochet a Border on Your Knitting Project
New Store Policies...
Credit Card Charges – Beginning January 2, 2015 credit cards will be accepted for charges of $10 or more only. We appreciate your understanding regarding this change.
Pacific Grove Bag Ordinance – On March 1, 2105 the city of Pacific Grove will implement a “Carry Out Bag Ordinance” that requires all retailers to charge 10 cents for carry out bags. Please start 2015 by remembering to bring your own bag when you shop throughout the city so you will be ready on March 1.
Pacific Grove Bag Ordinance – On March 1, 2105 the city of Pacific Grove will implement a “Carry Out Bag Ordinance” that requires all retailers to charge 10 cents for carry out bags. Please start 2015 by remembering to bring your own bag when you shop throughout the city so you will be ready on March 1.
Classes and Events...
Beginning Knitting Classes
Saturday, January 17, January 31, February 7, March 14, March 28
11:00am to 12:00pm
or just call the shop to schedule a time!
$20.00
11:00am to 12:00pm
or just call the shop to schedule a time!
$20.00
Have you always wanted to learn to knit? If so, this is just what you need! In this 1-hour lesson you will learn to cast-on, knit and cast-off.
Beginning Crochet Classes
Saturday, February 21, March 7
11:00am to 12:00pm
or just call the shop to schedule a time!
$20.00
For a change of pace, learn how to crochet. In this 1-hour lesson you will learn to chain stitch, single crochet and double crochet.
Alana Dakos: Stitch Motifs and Traveling Cables
Saturday, January 17, 2:00pm to 4:00pm
$40.00
In this class you will learn how to use different types of cables with combinations of knit and purl stitches to create embossed-looking, free-flowing stitch motifs in your knitting. Alana will show examples of how she has used these various techniques in her personal design work and explain their application. You will experiment with different cabling techniques as a class and then will have free time to play and create your own design on a baby hat worked in the round. Basic pattern for the hat will be provided. We will discuss the following stitches:
-The difference between a cable and a twist
-Using increases and decreases to manipulate stitches
-Textures
Take the Mystery out of Fair Isle Knitting
Saturday, January 24, 2:00pm to 4:00pm
$30.00 (does not include class materials)
$30.00 (does not include class materials)
Have you every admired a beautiful color-work garment and believed it to be too difficult to attempt? Fear no more... we have the perfect class for you! Pick one of two projects, Color Work Fingerless Mitts or the Vogue Knitting Koigu Cowl (if you are feeling a bit more ambitious), and we will have you fair isle knitting in no time. In the class we will show you how to work with two colors simultaneously, strand and weave yarn, read a color work chart and how to correct a mistake with the duplicate stitch. Before taking the class, we ask that you come into the store to select your project and cast on and knit to the first row of fair isle.
3 Ways to Knit in the Round
Tea with Ann Norling
3 Ways to Knit in the Round
Saturday, February 7, 2:00pm to 4:00pm
$30.00
$30.00
Knitting in the round got you down? Join Koryn as she will discusses the three ways to knit in the round: using double pointed needles, two circular needles and magic loop. She will have examples of each technique ready to go so you can get your hands on some knitting and try it for yourself. This is a perfect way to see what is most comfortable to you without committing to an entire project. This class will also include general tips for knitting in the round.
Tea with Ann Norling
Saturday, February 28, 10:00am to 12:00pm
$10.00
$10.00
Everyone so enjoyed meeting Marge Oakley (aka Ann Norling) at the Shibui Mix Party, we decided to bring her back for a casual knitting circle. There will be plenty of knitting but also chatting, socializing, coffee and treats. Marge has a new hat pattern to introduce and will also bring many fabulous things to try on. Marge is a wealth of knitting knowledge and we are lucky to count her among our friends at Monarch Knitting. Make plans to join us for this fun, inspiring morning!
Color Affection Class... Featuring Short Rows
Anzula Trunk Show
In March, date TBA
Color Affection Class... Featuring Short Rows
Saturday, March 7, 2:00pm to 4:00pm
$30.00 (does not include class materials)
There is a reason over 10,000 people have knit this shawl: it is addicting! This class is a great for beginners who can cast on and knit. You will be able to perfect your knit stitches as this beautiful shawl is worked in garter stitch. Join us to cast on the project, learn to use short rows and create stripes with color work. We will talk about carrying colors in your knitting, take the mystery out of "wrap and turns" and give you a couple of pattern modifications to make the shawl a perfect piece for you to wear. Before the class please come into the store to purchase the pattern and three skeins of fingering weight yarn in lovely, complimentary colors.$30.00 (does not include class materials)
Brioche, Anyone?
Saturday, March 21, 2:00pm to 4:00pm
$30.00 (does not include class materials)
Learn to knit the beautiful, bouncy, warm brioche stitch. Some are intimidated by this versatile stitch, but once you learn the technique you will see how simple it really is. In this Brioche class, you will learn how to knit a 2 color brioche stitch, how to correct your mistakes (tinking back takes a little practice) and how to decrease and increase. You can knit either a hat or a cowl, so please come into Monarch prior to the class to pick your project and the appropriate yarn. Brioche? Mais oui!$30.00 (does not include class materials)
Anzula Trunk Show
In March, date TBA
Anzula is packing up their vintage suitcases brimming with yarn for a visit to Monarch Knitting. Come join us to see what surprises are in store. They will feature new yarns and colors, some bases and colors we do not currently carry at Monarch, as well as some of our favorites! For those of you who love to spin, Anzula will be bringing an array of spinning fiber! If you see a yarn or fiber you love, you can purchase it right there on the spot! They will also have their knit samples there for inspiration and patterns available for purchase. Make your wish list and join us!
A Visit from the Yarnover Truck
Thursday, April 30th
Thursday, April 30th
The Yarnover Truck will be visiting us from LA in this "two knitting stores in you neighborhood" event. This local yarn store on wheels is going on a road trip up the coast of California and Monarch is one of its many stops. Put a visit to Monarch Knitting and the Yarnover Truck on your calendar!
CustomFit Workshop: Gauge Swatches and Measurements
Call the store for an appointment!
$10.00
In this hour-long workshop we will cover how to knit and measure a gauge swatch for the CustomFit program. While you will knit your swatch just as you do for a conventional pattern, there are a few differences in its size and in how the swatch is measured. The great thing is that this swatch is about the fabric you want to knit your sweater in, not how a standardized pattern is tells you how it should be knit. We will also take your CustomFit measurements and enter them into the computer to be stored for you.
Finishing
$30/Session
Bring your project and together we will make sure it is beautifully seamed!
Private Lessons
Call to set up an appointment
$15.00 for 30 minutes, $30.00 for 1 hour
Do you prefer to learn on your own, or do you have a new skill you would like to tackle? Come in and work one-on-one with us.
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