Kaffee Fassett
Wednesday, August 29th, 2007All you sock knitters and those of you who would like to be sock knitters, the beautiful new Kaffee Fassett sock yarn came in this morning. Check out the colors…they’re gorgeous!!!!
See you soon
Archive for August, 2007
A Challenge
Monday, August 27th, 2007Knitters Mercantile has been challenged by a yarn store in Ann Arbor, MI to knit chemo hats for the OSU James Cancer Center. They will knit chemo hats for the U 0f M Cancer Center. Whoever knits the most “wins”. So lets get going and get those chemo hats in to the Merc. Yarn needs to be soft and washable. Patterns can be found on the internet. If you have any questions or can’t find a patterns call us…888-8551.
Go Bucks…
Arriving Soon: Fall 2007 Interweave Knits
Thursday, August 23rd, 2007We’re holding our breath for the Interweave Knits Fall 2007 magazine to arrive. We saw online the project that were listed. We’ve got some of the yarn for the projects her in the shop. As with any pattern, we are very glad to offer you yarn substitution ideas! We like to offer this help.
The Hedgerow Coat by Deborah Newton calls for the O-Wool Classic yarn which is on the way! We also have a few other yarn suggestions to offer.
Eunny Jang’s Tangled Yoke Cardigan calls for Rowan Felted Tweed which is currently in stock.
The cover sweater, Tilted Duster by Norah Gaughan uses Berroco Peruvia, currently in stock!
Socks! Snowflake Socks is a beautiful design. We’ve got a wide variety of sock yarns from which to choose.
Knitters Mercantile has Louet Gems in stock. It’s used in the Mirepoix Bodice.
More yarn arriving daily. Stop by to see the wonderful selection of fall yarns.
Cat Bordhi’s Book
Saturday, August 11th, 2007IT HAS FINALLY ARRIVED!!! “New Pathways for Sock Knitters” by Cat Bordhi is at The Merc! I already started the practice sock and it is awesome. Come get yours before the first shipment is gone!
Cat Bordhi’s New Book
Thursday, August 9th, 2007
“New Pathways for Sock Knitters: Book One” has arrived! I started the practice sock and it is awesome. This book outlines a whole new concept in sock knitting. Come get yours at the shop (or order on-line) today!
Sock’s the word!
Friday, August 3rd, 2007August is here and new yarns are approaching! The other day I had the pleasure of helping Jan pick out some new sock yarn! (yes all you crazy sock knitters heard right, SOCK YARN!) And, it was Claudia!!! (scream of excitement.) There was a gorgious coral color that will look fabulous on anyone’s tootsies. Speaking of tootsies, is anyone working on any exciting new socks? I recently just finished the sidewinders from Nonaknits and they are awesome. So please post some comments and let us know what your working on!
Knit on, Barb G, and Megan B
New Vivian Hoxbro Kits Have Arrived!
Friday, August 3rd, 2007That’s right knitters!
Vivian Hoxbro has three new designs that have been kitted up for us knitters.
Dancing Stripes which can be a Stole or Vest or Scarf now is available in some yummy colors.
Lene Shawl is a beautiful design made with Harrisville Silk & Wool yarn. Vivian describes it this way: “This shawl looks like a flying bird. You can wear it as a usual shawl or cross it on your chest.” The shawl is knit in one piece and had a lace design and fringe. Come in and see the design. It is quite loverly. 
Navajo is a Jacket or Sweater that is wing shaped. The design is inspired by Vivian’s trip theo the Denver Art Museum. The kits come in a be-a-u-tiful array of colors.
Barb created a display unit right as you come in the shop so you can see these easily!
SOCK YARN
Wednesday, August 1st, 2007Wow…we just received a huge box of new sock yarn from On-Line and the colors are wonderful. I suspect that it will not last long so come by the store and have a look-see.