What's New: 7.9.08

Wow, It has been a crazy day at the yarn shop. Boxes arrived, the pattern of the month disappeared from the computer, customers stopped in to search for rare yarn skeins, others needed help figuring out their pattern or picking up a stitch or two, and others came to our Tuesday afternoon and evening stitch groups just to socialize and knit with others who share their passion.

So, I decided that I needed to plan out some knitting time this summer to relieve stress and get back to what I LOVE to do-KNIT. I have been watching the Olympic Trials in swimming and decided we need to plan an Olympic Knit Challenge! It will run similar to the Knit Along that the Yarn Harlot started in 2006.

The rules are simple.
1. Pick a project that will challenge you but that can be completed between 8/08/08 (OPENING CEREMONIES) and 8/24/08 (CLOSING CEREMONIES). You don't have to be an expert knitter to participate. New knitters could choose a garter stitch baby sweater or a blanket for charity. If you are experienced, pick something that you really want to get done in 16 days. Don't pick something that will DRIVE you crazy! This is for fun!
2. You can swatch but cannot cast on before the flame is lit & must finish before the flame goes out. It's like Olympic training camp.
3. Work on that project every day/night as you are glued to the television coverage of the Beijing Olympics.
4. Register your name and project with Amazing Threads at info@Amazing-Threads.com by 8/07/08.
5. All registrants may submit a photo of their completed work by 8/28/08 to be eligible for the drawing for a $100.00 gift certificate.
6. HAVE FUN!

Amazing Threads Ravelry Group
Yvonne Eyer, one of our seasoned experts and teachers has volunteered to moderate our group.

Simply go to Ravelry, sign in and go to "groups." Add your name to the list to join.

YARN OF THE WEEK: Aracaunia Chacabuco
100% PIMA COTTON CHUNKY-Great pattern support by Jean Moss. Check out the sample garment at the shop. 20% Off your purchase of 5 or more skeins (in-stock).

CLASS OPENINGS: 3 for Cables (Learn cables while making a great dishcloth) Starts Wednesday, July 9 @ 6:00 PM

Denali Sock Yarn arrived from Pagewood Farms!

YUMMY!

The latest pattern from Marie Mayhew arrived, too! Woolly Gnome & Mushrooms to Felt!

What's NEW?

There are two trunk shows on display at the shop this week. A series of trunk shows will be arriving every 2 weeks or so will feature the Noni Handbags & Flowers. The first show arrived today (better late than never). The bags are great to see first hand. It makes the pattern come alive and is inspiring if you are looking for a new, fun and quick project. I really like the cute baguette in pink & orange.

TRUNK SHOW 2: ALL of the garments from the NEW Summer Knitters Magazine arrived today and will be here through July 17, 2008. There are some very nice projects hidden in this issue. Stop in this week to check it out!

NEW TO THE SHOP THIS WEEK: Our resident designer Cid has published several new hat box patterns in her "My L'il Knit Box" series this week. We have them all in stock as well. The kits include the everything but the yarn (boxes included @ $13.00 per kit).

	Boxes 1/2
Boxes 3/4
	Flower Boxes

ANNUAL CHRISTMAS IN JULY SALE
July 18: 10 am - 7 pm
July 19: 10am to 5pm
KCM Pre-shop Thursday July 17, 2008
We will be clearing the shelves to prepare room for new yarn, notions & books!
Don't Miss THIS SALE EVENT! Mark your calendars NOW.
2 days ONLY.