Hello Dear Stitchers,

Some new yarns have come in for spring/summer knitting.  Lots of cotton,
bamboo, linen, and rayon.  *Mission Falls 1824 Cotton* arrived today, we
haven't even opened the box yet, but we'll have it out tomorrow!  We have
new yarns from *Tahki*, *Stacy Charles* and *Plymouth* as well.  So far my
favorite this spring is *O-Wool Balance*, a 50% organic cotton 50% organci
wool blend that's a little tweedy and very soft, we have a sample ball for
you to try at the shop.  We have a good selection of yarns on sale as well
that are worth a second look!

*Schaefer Yarn Tour: Saturday, June 27*

You have seen in the shop the beautifully hand-painted skeins of Schaefer
Yarn <http://www.schaeferyarn.com/>; you might have even made a project or
two with them. Do you know these stunning beauties are made locally in
Interlaken, NY, a mere 30-minute drive from Ithaca? Cheryl Schaefer, the
wonder woman behind Schaefer Yarn, has graciously opened her production
facilities to local knitters for this tour. You will see how undyed yarn
turns into skeins of hand-painted Schaefer Yarn. Then, you will receive one
skein of undyed Anne sock yarn (included in the price of the tour) and *dye
your very own unique skein*! Afterwards, you can purchase from the great
selection of Schaefer Yarn from their stock, including those that are not
regularly stocked items at Knitting Etc.
We are running two sessions for the June tour, one in the morning and one in
the afternoon. For those in the morning tour, we will meet at the shop at 9
am on *Saturday, June 27* and carpool for the 30-minute drive. The afternoon
tour will meet at Schaefer Yarn at 1 pm. The cost is *$40*. *Advanced
registration is required* as Schaefer can only accommodate up to 20 people
per session. Stop by the shop with your *non-refundable* payment for the
tour or call 277-1164 with your credit card.

*Spring Classes*

We have some fun and interesting spring classes lined up for you.  As
always, click the links for more details, or call us at the shop for details
or to sign up!  607-277-1164.

*Crochet Classes, both appropriate for beginners:*
Summer Top with Ashlee <http://knittingetcithaca.com/?p=444>  starts April
29th A perfectly cute top in cotton/tencel in one piece

Broomstick Lace with Becca <http://knittingetcithaca.com/?p=443>  May 2nd A
new technique somewhere between knit and crochet, really easy and quick
progress!  Make a scarf or wrap size.  Come see this in person, it's my
favorite of the moment!

*Knitting Classes for beginners, advanced beginners, and "returning"
knitters:*
Basics <http://knittingetcithaca.com/?p=132> starts April 19 Our beginners
felted bag, knit, purl, increase, decrease, good stuff to know...

Easy Triangle Shawl <http://knittingetcithaca.com/?p=277> May 24th Cathy's
pattern for a simple shawl that stays on your shoulders

Socks on DPN <http://knittingetcithaca.com/?p=138>Starts May 6th - Melanie
will teach you techniques for a basic cuff down sock

Toe Up Socks <http://knittingetcithaca.com/?p=234> - easy, try on as you go,
and use up all your sock yarn!

Stitch Master Afghan Squares <http://knittingetcithaca.com/?p=434> starts
May 26  Here is the place to learn some new techniques!  Cathy will help you
test drive cables, lace, knit-purl combinations, slip-stitch color knitting,
and more!  Each class will take on one square from each technique chapter in
the book, and get you started on a collection of squares for your afghan.

*Knitting Classes for intermediate and "ready for a challenge" knitters:*

Moebius <http://knittingetcithaca.com/?p=161> on April 30  Make a really
cute little basket with a twist.

Undulating Waves <http://knittingetcithaca.com/?p=267> on May 16th  This is
still a favorite class, a little lace, some beads, a beautiful scarf!

Beaded Circulate <http://knittingetcithaca.com/?p=369>  On April 25th  This
clever design is a moebius in garter stitch lace with a few beads and an
I-cord trim

Stained Glass Scarf <http://knittingetcithaca.com/?p=413>  April 21st  Use
double knitting for this reversible scarf, ours in the shop is with one
hand-dye and one solid yarn, and it's gorgeous!

Porom Lacy Beret <http://knittingetcithaca.com/?p=437>  May 3rd - Learn lace
and make this lovely lacy beret in wool/cotton or wool/bamboo for a perfect
spring or fall hat.

Hope to see you soon!
Thanks,
Hickory

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Hickory Lee
Knitting Etc
2255 N Triphammer Rd
Triphammer Mall
Ithaca NY 14850
607-277-1164
www.knittingetcithaca.com