LYS in No. VA?
Ericka Kammerer
I seem to recall that there's supposed to be a nice
LYS somewhere in Northern Virginia, maybe in McLean? Maybe
not--I have a brain like a sieve. At any rate, I'd appreciate
any recommendations, with Fairfax County recommendations
being most appreciated. My mother's goddaughter (who is
also my daughter's godmother) is having a baby boy and
I'd like to crochet a nice little baby blanket, but I
want to find some utterly luscious yarn to work with.
(I'll be thinking of you, Dianne--I'll likely be doing
something in afghan crochet with something or other
"cross stitched" on top, because I think it's so
snuggly for babies that way.)
Best wishes,
Ericka
Ellice
>
> I seem to recall that there's supposed to be a nice
> LYS somewhere in Northern Virginia, maybe in McLean? Maybe
> not--I have a brain like a sieve. At any rate, I'd appreciate
There's a nice LYS on Rt 50 - above Loehman's . It's Arlington, but not far
from Falls Church, or McLean. (To the best of my knowledge there isn't
anything in McLean itself - just Needlewoman East in Falls Church) LYS is
called Aylin's Woolgatherer, been around for a good amount of time.
http://www.aylins-wool.com/Merchant/index.htm
There is another LYS out near Dulles, called Capital Yarns,
http://www.capitalyarns.com/
It's a new shop (few months) and she has some nice stuff, as well.
In Middleburg there is Hunt Country Yarns,
http://www.skeins.com/
In Manassas there is Old Town Needlecrafts - and you can visit Caryn,
http://www.oldtownneedle.com/
If you cross the river, I think the knitting shop in Bethesda is supposed to
be quite nice,
http://www.needleworkloft.com/
Links to the area LYS & LNS can be found at:
http://www.yarnandthread.com/manralinks.html
Hope this helped.
Ellice
Caryn
>be quite nice,
>http://www.needleworkloft.com/
I recently stopped in at this shop, found it to be mostly needlepoint oriented.
HTH
Caryn
Blue Wizard Designs
http://hometown.aol.com/crzy4xst/index.html
Updated: 7/7/03 -- now available Dragon of the Stars
View WIPs at: http://community.webshots.com/user/carynlws (Caryn's UFO's)
Ericka Kammerer
Thanks much! Maybe the shop I'm hazily remembering
in McLean just no longer exists. I think I remember going
to it, but it would have been, oh, twelve years ago or so.
Now to think which would be easiest to get to...Capital
Yarns is probably closest, but we'll see what I can work
in over the next week or two.
I appreciate the suggestions!
Ericka
Ericka Kammerer
> Thanks much! Maybe the shop I'm hazily remembering
> in McLean just no longer exists. I think I remember going
> to it, but it would have been, oh, twelve years ago or so.
Hey, I just found out that I'm *not* falling into
my dotage! There really was a very cool LYS in McLean
across from the fire station by the Gourmet Giant, but
it got bulldozed to make way for $1M+ condos :-(
Best wishes,
Ericka
Julie T in VA
cool sounding yarn shop in the new strip of shops they build next to the Expo
Center in Chantilly Va. I'm not sure of the name, but it's by the North Hall,
there are about 5 shops there in a row. It should not be hard to find!
Julie
Anne Tuchscherer
This is the website for MANA (Mid-Atlantic Needlework Retailers
Association). There are links to all the member stores (both LNS and
LYS) webpages.
Anne (in Ellicott City, MD)
Ellice
That's Capital Yarns, the one I said is near Dulles.
http://www.capitalyarns.com/
It's nice - she has interesting stuff, and a monthly selection of yarns for
25% off, as well as a bargain bin of $1.50, $2.00 skeins. One of the members
of my ANG chapter took a beginner knitting class there, and liked it. When I
was in, she had a nice assortmen of interesting yarns, some books, and very
cool needles with decorated ends. Quarters are a little tight as you browse
- and the owner may have her little baby in there (hopefully not crying
loudly). Anyhow, I think she has a map on her web site - basically it's just
in the new strip - the Willard road side of the expo center.
Ellice
Ellice
Now I'm really thinking. There aren't any condos across from the fire
station. The Giant "someplace special" is still there, in the strip with a
dry cleaners (very, very good cleaners), Books a Million, a bank, and Total
Beverage. The regular big Giant is across Chain Bridge (currently being
expanded) - in the strip with the CVS, Kazan, and around the corner they
redid the 2 story strip - there's a very nice fancy fabric shop upstairs,
and a used book store still there. The fire station got expanded - but there
aren't any condos just there. However, on the back road - Ingleside -
cutting Chain Bridge to Old Dominion, and parallel on Park - there are some
pricey condo/townhomes. The Fire Station is the one I ride out of (though
not this year) - so I'm really trying to think of where the LYS was. There
are still a bunch of little shops in some strips across Chain Bridge from
the Fire Station - they kind of are off the parking lot of the big SC with
the regular Giant.
Anyhow, sorry there isn't anything there. Still, there's always Mesmerelda's
to browse for cute stuff, and the Color Wheel which has nice artsy supplies.
But those are on the other side of Old Dominion.
Anyhow - you're probably closest to Capital Yarns. And I didn't think you
were crazy - you'd think there would be some nice LYS in McLean - but
there's not.
ellice
Ericka Kammerer
> Now I'm really thinking. There aren't any condos across from the fire
> station. The Giant "someplace special" is still there, in the strip with a
> dry cleaners (very, very good cleaners), Books a Million, a bank, and Total
> Beverage. The regular big Giant is across Chain Bridge (currently being
> expanded) - in the strip with the CVS, Kazan, and around the corner they
> redid the 2 story strip - there's a very nice fancy fabric shop upstairs,
> and a used book store still there. The fire station got expanded - but there
> aren't any condos just there. However, on the back road - Ingleside -
> cutting Chain Bridge to Old Dominion, and parallel on Park - there are some
> pricey condo/townhomes. The Fire Station is the one I ride out of (though
> not this year) - so I'm really trying to think of where the LYS was. There
> are still a bunch of little shops in some strips across Chain Bridge from
> the Fire Station - they kind of are off the parking lot of the big SC with
> the regular Giant.
It was in a very old house, on the same side of
Chain Bridge as the Giant, but maybe a block and a half
off of Chain Bridge. I haven't driven through there in
a while, so I can't describe where it was relative to
what's there now (I just was told it was across from
the fire station by a woman who used to shop there who
lives right near there). It was nice. As the haze
started lifting, I realized that that's where I got
the yarn to do two sweet baby blankets that I'm using
right now! I made them originally because a co-worker
(at MITRE, just down the road ;-) was going to adopt
boy/girl twins and I figured they could use all the
help they could get. The adoption fell through, so I
ended up putting the blankets away. Years later, I've
ended up using them for my babes ;-)
Oh, and it was the same woman who said there
was a luxury condo development in or going in where
the yarn store used to be. Apparently, the yarn
store was somewhere else in McLean even before it
was there.
> Anyhow, sorry there isn't anything there. Still, there's always Mesmerelda's
> to browse for cute stuff, and the Color Wheel which has nice artsy supplies.
> But those are on the other side of Old Dominion.
I loooooooove Color Wheel! Their framing is
exquisite and I love all the art supplies. It's a
daaaaaangerous place.
> Anyhow - you're probably closest to Capital Yarns. And I didn't think you
> were crazy - you'd think there would be some nice LYS in McLean - but
> there's not.
Wouldn't *that* be nice? Sigh. Of course, I
shouldn't complain--we're pretty blessed around here.
Best wishes,
Ericka
Bleedsbleu
at 808 N. Fairfax St. (I think it's north!)
Lots of great stuff and nice people!
Jacki
GRLSMOMOF6
It was called Wooly Knits and the owner's name was Donna. I used to go there
many years ago--usually things were too expensive, but the stuff she had was
lovely. It was the first time I had seen Noro yarns......
Barbara
Ericka Kammerer
> There is another LYS out near Dulles, called Capital Yarns,
> http://www.capitalyarns.com/
> It's a new shop (few months) and she has some nice stuff, as well.
I ended up going to Capital Yarns, which was
quite nice. There were some things they could have had
more of, but I suppose that's true just about anywhere ;-)
The staff were friendly and helpful. I found an interesting
pattern for a blanket done in afghan stitch in a plaid!
It's a bit of a pain, and definitely not a take along
project (which I was hoping for) because to achieve
the effect, you have sixteen skeins going at the same
time (you have a separate skein for each vertical strip,
plus the current horizontal color). It's a very clever
technique, I think. The instructions were lousy, so it
took a couple of false starts before I got it, but it's
humming along smartly now. I think it will be very
pretty when it's done. I'm doing it in white, yellow,
and two shades of blue, and will probably cross-stitch
just a little something babyish on the top when it's
done.
Thanks again for the help!
Ericka
Ellice
> Ellice wrote:
>
>
>> There is another LYS out near Dulles, called Capital Yarns,
>> http://www.capitalyarns.com/
>> It's a new shop (few months) and she has some nice stuff, as well.
>
>
> I ended up going to Capital Yarns, which was
> quite nice. There were some things they could have had
> more of, but I suppose that's true just about anywhere ;-)
> The staff were friendly and helpful. I found an interesting
> pattern for a blanket done in afghan stitch in a plaid!
Great. When I spoke with the owner, and some of the other MANRA folks, I got
the impression she was trying to have a lot of variety. Sometimes that's the
trade-off, lots of variety, but it's hard to afford depth of quantity. She
told me a few months ago she had a huge amount of cash still in the
inventory, that she was trying to pay off.
> It's a bit of a pain, and definitely not a take along
> project (which I was hoping for) because to achieve
> the effect, you have sixteen skeins going at the same
> time (you have a separate skein for each vertical strip,
> plus the current horizontal color). It's a very clever
> technique, I think. The instructions were lousy, so it
> took a couple of false starts before I got it, but it's
> humming along smartly now. I think it will be very
> pretty when it's done. I'm doing it in white, yellow,
> and two shades of blue, and will probably cross-stitch
> just a little something babyish on the top when it's
> done.
Sounds really nice. All I can say about the 16 skeins - OUCH. I don't know
that I'll ever get my knitting skills up there - but.... The worst for me, I
have some projects on canvas that require multi-needle stitching - kind of
simulatanesously. Or have several threads all up - with huge tails around
while working on something (hence my use of pink hair tape to keep the
spaghetti neat). Glad you got something that you like, and hope you'll put
up a picture when it's done.
Ellice - glad to have enabled you a bit
Ericka Kammerer
> Great. When I spoke with the owner, and some of the other MANRA folks, I got
> the impression she was trying to have a lot of variety. Sometimes that's the
> trade-off, lots of variety, but it's hard to afford depth of quantity. She
> told me a few months ago she had a huge amount of cash still in the
> inventory, that she was trying to pay off.
I'd believe it--starting up a business isn't easy!
It looks like the shop should be viable, though, as long
as location isn't a problem. She does have quite a lot
of stuff in there, and what she's got probably would
satisfy the great majority of folks. I took a knitting
friend along, and she was very pleased.
> Sounds really nice. All I can say about the 16 skeins - OUCH.
Yeah, it's a pain. I have to stop about every ten
rows to undo the tangles (because of how the changing colors
works, it tangles the yarns). Still, I think it's worth it ;-)
> I don't know
> that I'll ever get my knitting skills up there
I can't knit at all. I have to remedy that one day.
Crocheting is nice for some things, but I don't really like
it for things besides afghans and doilies and the like. I
want to learn to knit to do spiffy sweaters and things.
Someday...
> - but.... The worst for me, I
> have some projects on canvas that require multi-needle stitching - kind of
> simulatanesously. Or have several threads all up - with huge tails around
> while working on something (hence my use of pink hair tape to keep the
> spaghetti neat).
Hmm...never thought of hair tape ;-) It wouldn't
work in this case because of the way that the yarns have
to go, but I'll file that away for future reference with
other stitching...
> Glad you got something that you like, and hope you'll put
> up a picture when it's done.
I'll try to do that! I've been so lazy I haven't
set up our website. Maybe this will get me started...
> Ellice - glad to have enabled you a bit
Much appreciated ;-)
Best wishes,
Ericka
lula
avid knitters........I was there in Dec and bought a few small knitting
"tools" including an interesting book with stylish aran patterns, one of
my favorite types of knitting as I love the sculptural quality of
raised stitches, twining cables and such.
As a long time knitter, I'd say her shop has an excellent selection of
high quality yarns and patterns, the kind of materials that attract
style conscious knitters and knitters looking for better than chain
store materials.
The owner plans to visit The National Needlework Association trade show
in June for more ideas.
Knitting is the hottest needlwork trend right now and the knitting
companies have come up lots of new yarns and ideas to meet this
renaissance in knitting.
I've noticed beautifully presented knitting articles in glossy home mags
and other national publications for a couple of years now.
---
Lula
http://www.woolydream.com
Needlework Adventures
Caryn
>rows to undo the tangles (because of how the changing colors
>works, it tangles the yarns). Still, I think it's worth it ;-)
There are some large yarn bobbins available, you can load then with a ton of
yarn, and then have these dangling as you work, rather than be rooted back to
the skeins.
It tangles a lot less, but does result in a few more knots to weave in later.
I found these extrememly useful while knitting an argyle vest.
Ellice
> Capitol Yarns in Chantilly, VA is a worthwhile yarn shop to visit for
> avid knitters........I was there in Dec and bought a few small knitting
> "tools" including an interesting book with stylish aran patterns, one of
> my favorite types of knitting as I love the sculptural quality of
> raised stitches, twining cables and such.
I bought some gorgeous yarn from the 25% off rack. Really nice, an eyelash,
and some silky almost ribbon like yarn.
>
> As a long time knitter, I'd say her shop has an excellent selection of
> high quality yarns and patterns, the kind of materials that attract
> style conscious knitters and knitters looking for better than chain
> store materials.
Good to hear from someone who knows. My grandmother, mother and aunts were
all avid knitters. People would be on a wait-list to get something that my
grandmother knitted! She did a coat for my mom, and finally, when I was in
college - I got a lovely openwork sweater, and a big tunic. Put away now in
hopes I'll ever fit into them. As a child, I remember going with my mother
and her best friend to the knitting store in Surfside (Bal Harbour on Miami
Beach). There was a European woman who owned the shop, and I remember them
going in for what seemed forever - to work on complicated pieces they were
making, or get help finishing, etc. I used to love playing, looking thru the
yarns. I still have some gorgeous mohair & silk ribbon sweaters made by
them. If only I could find the gorgeous dress - all openwork crochet - that
my DM made for me - when I was 13. A mini-dress, with umpire waist - had to
find a nude-colored body slip to wear under it. We went out for this great
dinner for my grandparents anniversary at some fancy restaurant/hotel - and
some people were staring at me - evidently the 50 something husband thought
I looked "hot" and the wives were stage whispering that I looked like a
hooker (en route back to my folks from the ladies room). My DM got so mad,
she went over and yelled at them about how ridiculous they were, as I was a
young girl, out with my family, etc. The people gasping I guess were a
little stodgy and not up with fashion trends. Anyhow, I have fond memories
of much time spent in the knitting store. I just never managed to get
competent at it - but I can crochet.
>
> The owner plans to visit The National Needlework Association trade show
> in June for more ideas.
> Knitting is the hottest needlwork trend right now and the knitting
> companies have come up lots of new yarns and ideas to meet this
> renaissance in knitting.
I loved some of the gadgets in her store. And the gorgeous knitting needles
with the beads for the top. IIRC, she's coming to the MANRA sponsored
stitch-away in April. I think both she, and Aylin from Aylin's Woolgatherer.
I know that someone is teaching a beginning knitting class as one of the
offereings.
http://www.yarnandthread.com/getway04.htm
ttp://www.aylins-wool.com/Merchant/index.htm - the link to Aylin's.
I think there will be stitchers, and reprs from almost all the stores in the
area - it should be fun.
> I've noticed beautifully presented knitting articles in glossy home mags
> and other national publications for a couple of years now.
It's definitely having the rebirth. Lots of younger people picking it up.
Ellice
Ericka Kammerer
> There are some large yarn bobbins available, you can load then with a ton of
> yarn, and then have these dangling as you work, rather than be rooted back to
> the skeins.
>
> It tangles a lot less, but does result in a few more knots to weave in later.
>
> I found these extrememly useful while knitting an argyle vest.
Hmm...that sounds interesting. Now that I've got things
going, I think it's too late for this project, but that's
definitely something to keep in mind in case I do this again!
I may well do it again. It's really coming out very nicely.
One of the things that is sometimes an issue with crocheted
baby blankets is that they have lots of little holes that
tiny fingers get caught in (though sometimes that's a
benefit if you're worried the baby will cover his or her
face). This is nice and solid and thick and warm and cozy ;-)
It does take a lot more yarn than your average afghan, though.
At first I thought of doing it up in the lucious washable
baby wool, but then I started toting up the cost and
had a heart attack ;-) That's too bad, since the baby wool
came in *just* the colors I would have loved to use.
Best wishes,
Ericka
lula
popular at the time.......my mother made me several empire waisted
dresses too.
Spending time in wool and fabric shops was a way of life for me too
while I was growing up.
My mother and her friends spent every weekend shopping for fabrics and
such as Mom was an expert seamstress and knitter, able to draft her own
sewing patterns and knit only with a set of measurements.
Too bad I never inherited the "sewing & tailoring genes" but I did end
up surpassing my mother in knitting skills which made my mother very
happy........in her eyes, I was finally doing something useful with my
hands than just whiling away time stitching or painting pictures.
The sweater I remember best that my late mother knit for me was one I
hated wearing as a six year old.........
This sweater was knitted in two shades of blue violet wool.....the upper
section was in the lighter blue violet shade.......the body of the
sweater gathered at the waist and gradually swirled out to form a small
bell shape with a scalloped lacy bottom edge around my hips........the
yarn color also gradually changed towards the deeper blue violet towards
the bottom.
The sleeves were knitted with a small puff on top with a cuff at the end
of the gathered sleeve.......the finishing touch on this cardigan was a
row of handpainted china buttons in gold filigree frames to button up to
a lacy knitted collar with little yarn tassels I could tie into a bow.
Unfortunately I hated this sweater because all I wanted was to be like
all the other little girls in plain jane shetland sweaters!
I didn't quite appreciate the beautiful creation Mom knit for me then
but looking back now, realize how original and stylish a creation that
sweater really was, the care and love she put into it.........it was
just a little too early for me to appreciate such a fine unique piece
as I wasn't into dressing artsy yet.......
---
Lula
http://www.woolydream.com
Needlework Adventures
Ericka Kammerer
> The sweater I remember best that my late mother knit for me was one I
> hated wearing as a six year old.........
My favorite knitted possession is the darling little
dress my grandmother made for my mother. It's *incredibly*
finely worked in a very fine red wool. The stitches are
so very tiny and lacy. There's a little trim made from a
fuzzy white yarn as well. My mother wore the dress as
a baby/toddler, and so did I, and so will my daughter.
There's a tiny little hole I need to fix, but otherwise
it's in great shape. I'm always amazed to look at it
and see how fine the work is. Alas, Grandma never could
teach me to knit, though she taught me many other forms
of needlework. I swear, one day I *AM* going to conquer
knitting.
Best wishes,
Ericka
lula
it in the past and can imagine how much fun a stitching retreat like
this can be for needlework business owners.
Unfortunately, I can't go to this one due to work conflicts......but
I'll make up somewhat being at the Columbus TNNA trade show in June.
Knitting isn't that hard to learn......needs a bit of patience........it
was in HS when I asked my mother to teach me to knit using the
continental way, which is the faster way to knit I think, but I was
unable to maintain a good tension so she then showed me how to knit and
purl using the slower English method? Don't quite recall the name but
with this method I was able to knit everything with "perfect" tension.
---
Lula
http://www.woolydream.com
Needlework Adventures
<Ell...@cox.net> Ellice wrote:
>
> I loved some of the gadgets in her store. And the gorgeous knitting needles
> with the beads for the top. IIRC, she's coming to the MANRA sponsored
> stitch-away in April. I think both she, and Aylin from Aylin's Woolgatherer.
> I know that someone is teaching a beginning knitting class as one of the
> offereings.
>
> http://www.yarnandthread.com/getway04.htm
> ttp://www.aylins-wool.com/Merchant/index.htm - the link to Aylin's.
>
> I think there will be stitchers, and reprs from almost all the stores in the
> area - it should be fun.
> Ellice
Ellice
> Ellice, are you going to the MANRA sponsored retreat? I've heard about
> it in the past and can imagine how much fun a stitching retreat like
> this can be for needlework business owners.
Yup - I was hoping to tempt you! I think the shops are looking forward to
it, and also hoping not to have any conflict. They all had to agree not to
sell anything during the retreat, so we all get goody bags with stitching
stuff from everyone. I think someone is supplying some bamboo knitting
needles.
> Unfortunately, I can't go to this one due to work conflicts......but
> I'll make up somewhat being at the Columbus TNNA trade show in June.
I understand that. We decided not to take our booth at Columbus - too much
going on with my health, not sure when I'm going to be in Hopkins, etc. So,
we didn't want to commit the $$, and either be unable to make it, or not be
prepared for the show. But, I still have my hotel room (haven't cancelled it
yet). If I were going to Columbus, I figured to use the retreat to do a lot
of sample stitching on the small pieces - and take some of the mini-classes.
Funnily enough, the Potomac ANG chapter is also doing their spring retreat
the same weekend - so I'd have done that if the MANRA thing weren't
happening. Since my chapter is having a retreat at the same time, I'm
actually in a dearth of stitchin' pals to room with. DH just said - take a
single- maybe he'll come up for a night. I've been trying to convince my
non-stitching friends to do this, but.....
> Knitting isn't that hard to learn......needs a bit of patience........it
> was in HS when I asked my mother to teach me to knit using the
> continental way, which is the faster way to knit I think, but I was
> unable to maintain a good tension so she then showed me how to knit and
> purl using the slower English method? Don't quite recall the name but
> with this method I was able to knit everything with "perfect" tension.
I wonder sometimes if my problem wasn't more the teenage girl-mom conflict.
Thanks for the encouragement. I think I learned both ways, and could only
master casting on - which I think is great fun ;^) Perhaps this time - I've
been reading my Stitch 'n Bitch book, and am making a little progress. And
Caryn has promised to teach me, help me.
Thanks for the description of the sweater your mom made. It sounded so
lovely. I completely understand how it is when you want to have something
like all the other kids, and can't appreciate how nice that "special" item
is.
Ellice
Caryn
>Caryn has promised to teach me, help me.
Just a matter of you choosing day!!!
LOL
Ellice
>> And
>> Caryn has promised to teach me, help me.
>
> Just a matter of you choosing day!!!
>
> LOL
Coming soon to a list near you - the oft confusing adventures of 2 stitchers
- one trying to teach the other what to do with yarn and really big needles
- What do you mean - the yarn goes around the needle? Where's the hole?
Ah, well, I can't wait! Talk to you soon directly ;^)
ellice
LdyTegan
>- one trying to teach the other what to do with yarn and really big needles
>- What do you mean - the yarn goes around the needle? Where's the hole?
ROFLMAO.. I can relate here, Ellice! Caryn has promised to teach me, too, if
and when I ever get to her side of the country again. I can cast on just fine,
but beyond that, my fingers get all tangled up in the yard and everything just
slips into a puddle in my lap!
Tegan
Who we are never changes. Who we think we are... does.
- Unknown
Caryn
more the merrier!
I've taught many people, usually children but some adults, to knit, I'm sure I
can manage to at least give you both the basics!
Ellice
>> Caryn has promised to teach me, too,
>
> more the merrier!
>
> I've taught many people, usually children but some adults, to knit, I'm sure I
> can manage to at least give you both the basics!
>
LOL. Methinks you take this as a personal challenge, girlfriend!
ellice
Caryn
>
>ellice
I take life as a personal challenge some days! ROFL
Cheryl Isaak
"Caryn" <crzy...@aol.combwd> wrote:
>> LOL. Methinks you take this as a personal challenge, girlfriend!
>>
>> ellice
>
> I take life as a personal challenge some days! ROFL
>
And some days it is!
(soft snicker!)
Cheryl
Jenn Liace
> can cast on just fine,
>but beyond that, my fingers get all tangled up in the yard and everything just
>slips into a puddle in my lap!
And for me, casting on is the most confusing part LOL..... well so
far, I've barely scraped the tip of the iceberg.
Jenn L.
--
http://community.webshots.com/user/jaliace
http://sewu9corn.blogspot.com
Current projects:
Lady Scarlet's Journey (Just Nan)
Just Nan Round Robin - currently Silver Needle
Lady of the Flag (Mirabilia)
lula
for MANRA but the thought of not being ready for two upcoming trade
shows having paid thousands in show fees is keeping me seriously chained
to the drafting table.
I understand your reluctance in committing to the TNNA show when there
are situations in your life being in "limbo", especially medical.
As you still have your hotel reservations, maybe you might visit the
Columbus show if you feel okay and your schedule permits?
This show should be very interesting as it's a joint show with INRG the
major show for XS and counted thread designers.......both shows in one
place at the same time makes it convenient for the shops "one-stop
ordering".
That Stitch 'n' Bitch book is a pretty cool knitting book! Gives
knitting a stylish contemporary look.
---
Lula
http://www.woolydream.com
Needlework Adventures
> Ellice
Ellice
> What fun.....goodie bags!!! That's certainly good motivation to sign up
> for MANRA but the thought of not being ready for two upcoming trade
> shows having paid thousands in show fees is keeping me seriously chained
> to the drafting table.
I totally understand that. Having eaten some show fees when I had to pull
out of Long Beach after the deposit was in, well. I know that I don't want
to show up with a mediocre showing, so can imagine how you feel since you
didnšt show at the last one. And your canvases are so gorgeous!
>
> I understand your reluctance in committing to the TNNA show when there
> are situations in your life being in "limbo", especially medical.
> As you still have your hotel reservations, maybe you might visit the
> Columbus show if you feel okay and your schedule permits?
Might do. That's one reason that I haven't cancelled the room. I'd been
trying to bribe some friends into helping with the booth - so if one of them
wants to do the trip, or meet that would be worthwhile. Else my erstwhile
business supporter, toter of displays, canvases, etc will make the drive up
with me, so we can visit and check it out.
> This show should be very interesting as it's a joint show with INRG the
> major show for XS and counted thread designers.......both shows in one
> place at the same time makes it convenient for the shops "one-stop
> ordering".
It does. Althoough I've heard from some of the INRG members that they're not
happy with the "INRG" pavillion, being a distinct area of the show floor,
and that they think some of the newer ones are getting put into the last
row. But, that's how it happens. I think it'll be interesting. Certainly
avoids things like big suppliers not showing at the INRG show last year.
I really want to go to see some of the suppliers, do some networking, etc.
> That Stitch 'n' Bitch book is a pretty cool knitting book! Gives
> knitting a stylish contemporary look.
I really like it. I'm actually seriously reading it and taking some notes,
as I promised to do a book review of it for a local e-zine - whose
editor/founder we all know. And I actually was working on writing it up last
night. Hoping to get it done in the next couple of days.
Ellice
lula
today?
In section C-9.......an article featuring the Stitch 'n' Bitch
book....says the book is now in its fifth printing, with over a 100,000
copies sold.
Between the influence of this particular book and the internet, knitting
has really grown to become the latest "hip" activity. Having celebrity
knitters such as Sarah Jessica Parker & Cameron Diaz adds even more
allure and style to an "old" practical craft.
Many "Stitch 'n' Bitch groups have formed nationally including groups
in Arlington VA, Logan Circle D.C., Annapolis Gaithersburg and
Rockville, all in MD........like the needlework and quilting groups many
of us are familiar with, knitters are bonding together, sharing not only
their latest patterns and yarns but also their daily lives.
These handwork groups serve an important function getting people
together with a common interest and discovering friendships that they
might otherwise miss.
About the TNNA-INRG show.......I thought about which "side" of the show
I might want to have my exhibit booths as I have years of INRG points
and similar or slightly more points on the TNNA side.......but in the
end, decided to ask for booths among the other needlepoint exhibitors.
One year I had the bad experience being assigned booths at a (Anaheim,
CA) TNNA show among the yarn companies.......turned out, many buyers
missed finding me as I heard afterwards. My sales at that particular
show reflected my bad location. Fortunately, being an established
business, I was able to salvage many of the missed sales post-show. But
to a new exhibitor, the results might not be so recoverable.
If you get the opportunity to visit the Columbus TNNA show, come by and
say Hi! Good idea to visit the show, see what's new and most of all
network.
That's exactly why I flew out to the recent Long Beach TNNA show....it
wasn't easy for me to hobble through the huge, spread out Long Beach
convention show floor as I'm unable to walk without a cane but I did it!
---
Lula
http://www.woolydream.com
Needlework Adventures
<Ell...@cox.net> Ellice wrote:
>
> On 3/8/04 9:06 PM,"lula" <wooly...@earthlink.net> posted:
>
> > What fun.....goodie bags!!! That's certainly good motivation to sign up
> > for MANRA but the thought of not being ready for two upcoming trade
> > shows having paid thousands in show fees is keeping me seriously chained
> > to the drafting table.
> I totally understand that. Having eaten some show fees when I had to pull
> out of Long Beach after the deposit was in, well. I know that I don't want
> to show up with a mediocre showing, so can imagine how you feel since you
> didn1t show at the last one. And your canvases are so gorgeous!