Don't Be A Square, Learn to Knit, Afghan Knit-Along, Block Nine, Best Buds - Tuesday

This time, Amy introduces knitting in the round!  Today’s counterpane block “Best Buds” goes from the center out, using the lace techniques and M1 increases we’ve already learned from previous blocks.

Amy shares this helpful video on starting your square on DPNs (double-pointed needles) and increasing as you work out.  It’s not something we’ve done before in this afghan, but it’s a very useful trick!

If you know how to knit and purl but are ready for the next step this KAL (Knit-Along) is for you. We will be joining Universal Yarn and Amy Gunderson for this KAL and you will have the added benefit of hands on help from Heidi. If you missed the earlier blocks - no worries, we will help you catch up.

Tuesday, 5 Aug, 5:30 - 7

Instructor - Heidi Narum

Fee - Free

Supplies-

At least 4 colors of Uptown worsted or other worsted weight yarn. Color combination ideas. 2 balls of each color. Each block uses about 20 oz.

Needles: US Size 8 (5 mm) set of 5 dpns, 16” circular or size needed to obtain gauge 

Tapestry needle

Copy of the pattern available here.

Skill level

You need to know how to knit and purl.

No registration necessary.

Children's Class - Yarn Art

Instructor: Britton Donharl

Dates: August 5, 6, 7: 1-3pm

Fee: $35 includes all supplies

Did you know yarn can make great works of art? Create a variety of artworks using yarn including painting, stamping, weaving, and embossing. Ages 5 and up are welcome.

Please contact Katie at classes@warmheartsyarn.com or at (505) 672-2008 with any questions and/or to register your child. We need 24 hour notice so please register early. We are also open to hearing ideas of what you would like to see offered in the future. Thank you for your interest!

Yarn of the Week - Elfin Tweed

Enjoy a 10% discount all week.

ELFIN TWEED: This yarn is a super soft to the touch tweed, with specks of natural, beige and black. Ideal for fine gauge garments and drapey shawls but sturdy enough for socks too. The 15 colors match Brae Tweed for coordinating knitwear possibilities.

Fiber Content: 60% merino wool/20% baby llama/10% bamboo/10% donegal
Put-Up: 50-gr hanks
Yardage: 208 yards
Texture: smooth
Sts per 4": 28 sts
Needles: US size 3 (3.25mm)

Get pattern ideas for this yarn on our Elfin Tweed Pinterest Board.

Stitching Group Today

Join us for Stitching Group from 2 to 5 today.

Check out the Children's Items

We have a great selection of children's items.

Fixation Sock Yarn Knitalong - Saturday

We will be knitting ankle socks with my favorite sock yarn, Fixation, following either the plain ankle sock or
the lacy sock pattern from Creative Knitting Magazine issue Summer 2013.
This sock yarn is thicker than most sock yarns and uses size 3 needles. You can use double points, magic loop, or
2 circulars to knit these socks.
These socks knit up more quickly and the stretchiness of the yarn makes the finished sock
fit better. It takes one to two balls of yarn depending on your size. It takes two balls for my socks.
We will meet at Warm Hearts Yarn on July 26 and Aug. 2 from 10-12.
It is going to be fun! See you there!

Yarn of the Week - Kettle Tweed

Enjoy a 10% discount all week.

KETTLE TWEED: This yarn is kettle-dyed by hand so each lot is unique. Soft to the touch with a subtle sheen, Kettle Tweed is perfect for all your fine gauge or lace projects.

Fiber Content: 60% merino wool/20% baby llama/10% bamboo/10% donegal
Put-Up: 100-gr hanks
Yardage: 436 yards
Texture: smooth
Sts per 4": 28 sts
Needles: US size 3 (3.25mm)

Check out patterns on our Pinterest Board.

Fixation Sock Yarn Knitalong - Saturday

We will be knitting ankle socks with my favorite sock yarn, Fixation, following either the plain ankle sock or
the lacy sock pattern from Creative Knitting Magazine issue Summer 2013.
This sock yarn is thicker than most sock yarns and uses size 3 needles. You can use double points, magic loop, or
2 circulars to knit these socks.
These socks knit up more quickly and the stretchiness of the yarn makes the finished sock
fit better. It takes one to two balls of yarn depending on your size. It takes two balls for my socks.
We will meet at Warm Hearts Yarn on July 26 and Aug. 2 from 10-12.
It is going to be fun! See you there!

Babette CAL - Wednesday

Join Katie for the popular Babette Afghan Crochet-along. 

Date: Tue, 23 July, 5:30pm – 7pm

Instructor: Katie Brousseau

Fee: Free

There is no fee for this CAL, but participants will need to bring the following:

Babette pattern (may be downloaded at www.interweave.com or may be found in the book, Best of Interweave Crochet)

Sock-weight yarn (if you prefer a larger weight yarn, feel free to use it. Just make sure the hook size is appropriate and know that your squares will be much larger than the pattern specifies)

Hook to match yarn

Don't Be A Square, Learn to Knit, Afghan Knit-Along, Block Eight - Links and Posts - Tuesday

If you know how to knit and purl but are ready for the next step this KAL (Knit-Along) is for you. We will be joining Universal Yarn and Amy Gunderson for this KAL and you will have the added benefit of hands on help from Heidi. It is never too late to jump in - we will help you catch up.

Links and Posts builds on last week’s cables lesson and neatly folds in the lace we worked on in April.  There are both left and right twists, as well as the centered double decrease of Block Four.  I love this block!

Did you find it fiddly to work the last block’s cables?  Amy has put together a video showing us how to work cables without a cable needle – a very handy technique!

Tuesday, 22 July, 5:30 - 7
Instructor - Heidi Narum
Fee - Free

Supplies-
At least 4 colors of Uptown worsted or other worsted weight yarn. Color combination ideas.
Size 8 knitting needles (or size needed to get gauge)
Tapestry needle
Copy of the pattern available here.

Skill level

You need to know how to knit and purl.

No registration necessary. 

Children's Class - Fun with Felting - Starts Tomorrow

We still have room in this class so sign up today...

Instructor: Katie Brousseau

Dates: July 22, 23 24; 1-3pm

Fee: $35 includes all supplies

Wool can be used to create beautiful 2 and 3-dimensional pieces of art for beauty and play. Participants will learn both wet and needle felting techniques.

 Please contact Katie at classes@warmheartsyarn.com or at (505) 672-2008 with any questions and/or to register your child. We need 24 hour notice so please register early. We are also open to hearing ideas of what you would like to see offered in the future. Thank you for your interest!

Stitching Group - Today

Come show off you handwork and visit with others who enjoy the fiber arts. Today from 2-5 pm.

Moondance Designs

Looking for something different? Check out Laura's section for one of a kind jewelry and fashionable clothing. She is currently running a summer special - 15% discount through the end of the month.

Babette CAL - Wednesday

Join Katie for the popular Babette Afghan Crochet-along. 

Date: Tue, 23 July, 5:30pm – 7pm

Instructor: Katie Brousseau

Fee: Free

There is no fee for this CAL, but participants will need to bring the following:

Babette pattern (may be downloaded at www.interweave.com or may be found in the book, Best of Interweave Crochet)

Sock-weight yarn (if you prefer a larger weight yarn, feel free to use it. Just make sure the hook size is appropriate and know that your squares will be much larger than the pattern specifies)

Hook to match yarn

Don't Be A Square, Learn to Knit, Afghan Knit-Along, Block Eight - Links and Posts - Tuesday

If you know how to knit and purl but are ready for the next step this KAL (Knit-Along) is for you. We will be joining Universal Yarn and Amy Gunderson for this KAL and you will have the added benefit of hands on help from Heidi. It is never too late to jump in - we will help you catch up.

Links and Posts builds on last week’s cables lesson and neatly folds in the lace we worked on in April.  There are both left and right twists, as well as the centered double decrease of Block Four.  I love this block!

Did you find it fiddly to work the last block’s cables?  Amy has put together a video showing us how to work cables without a cable needle – a very handy technique!

Tuesday, 22 July, 5:30 - 7
Instructor - Heidi Narum
Fee - Free

Supplies-
At least 4 colors of Uptown worsted or other worsted weight yarn. Color combination ideas.
Size 8 knitting needles (or size needed to get gauge)
Tapestry needle
Copy of the pattern available here.

Skill level

You need to know how to knit and purl.

No registration necessary. 

Children's Class - Fun with Felting - Next Week

Instructor: Katie Brousseau

Dates: July 22, 23 24; 1-3pm

Fee: $35 includes all supplies

Wool can be used to create beautiful 2 and 3-dimensional pieces of art for beauty and play. Participants will learn both wet and needle felting techniques.

Please contact Katie at classes@warmheartsyarn.com or at (505) 672-2008 with any questions and/or to register your child. We need 24 hour notice so please register early. 

Yarn of the Week - Kid Seta

Enjoy a 10% discount all week.

Fiber:	61% Super Kid Mohair 35 % Silk 4% Merino Wool
Yardage:	25 g (.88 oz) / 300 yds (275 m)
Gauge:	18-25 sts = 4" (10 cm) US 3 - 8 (3.25 - 5 mm)
Wash:	Hand Wash Cold Lay Flat to Dry

Watch our Pinterest Board for more pattern ideas.

Closed Friday

We will be closed Friday, 11 July. We will be open on Saturday, 12 July from 10 - 3 (Stitching Group is canceled this week). We are sorry for any inconvenience.
Thank you,
Katie & Heidi

Bead It! Wrap It! - Children's Class - Next Week

Instructor: Britton Donharl

Dates: July 15, 16, 17; 1-3pm

Fee: $35 includes all supplies

Use beads, yarn, and wire to create a variety of fun and useful projects, including a note-holder, wind chime, and dream catcher. Ages 5 and up are welcome.

Please contact Katie at classes@warmheartsyarn.com or at (505) 672-2008 with any questions and/or to register your child. We need 24 hour notice so please register early.

New Yarn

Come check out the new yarns we got in yesterday.

Group Canceled on Saturday

Unfortunately, both Katie and Heidi are busy this Saturday. Therefore, we are forced to cancel group. Be sure to come again next week, 19 July from 2-5.

Yarn of the Week - Alpaca Lace

Enjoy a 10% discount all week.

Fiber:	100% Baby Alpaca
Yardage:	50 g (1.75 oz) / 437 yds (400 m)
Gauge:	28 sts = 4" (10 cm) US 2 (2.75mm)
Wash:	Hand Wash Cold Lay Flat to Dry

Follow pattern suggestions on our Pinterest Board.

Babette CAL - Wednesday

Join Katie for the popular Babette Afghan Crochet-along. 

Date: Tue, 9 July, 5:30pm – 7pm

Instructor: Katie Brousseau

Fee: Free

There is no fee for this CAL, but participants will need to bring the following:

Babette pattern (may be downloaded at www.interweave.com or may be found in the book, Best of Interweave Crochet)

Sock-weight yarn (if you prefer a larger weight yarn, feel free to use it. Just make sure the hook size is appropriate and know that your squares will be much larger than the pattern specifies)

Hook to match yarn

Don't Be A Square, Learn to Knit, Afghan Knit-Along, Block Seven- Echolate - Tuesday

Don't Be  A Square, Learn to Knit, Afghan Knit-Along, Block Seven- Echolate

If you know how to knit and purl but are ready for the next step this KAL (Knit-Along) is for you. We will be joining Universal Yarn and Amy Gunderson for this KAL and you will have the added benefit of hands on help from Heidi. If you missed the previous blocks - no worries, we will help you catch up. This block would also make a great dishcloth, so grab some Cotton Supreme and join us. 

Cables!  I love ‘em.  They can give flow and movement to a piece  that is hard to achieve any other way.  But they’re also one of those things that some knitters never try, just because they seem intimidating.  Nothing could be further from the truth!

For Block Seven “Echolate” we’ve got a video to walk you through the process of knitting both right and left-leaning cables using a cable needle.  If you don’t have a cable needle, grab a spare double-point and use that instead!

Tuesday, 8 July, 5:30 - 7
Instructor - Heidi Narum
Fee - Free

Supplies-
At least 4 colors of Uptown worsted or other worsted weight yarn. Color combination ideas. 2 balls of each color.
Size 8 knitting needles (or size needed to get gauge)
Tapestry needle
Copy of the pattern available here.

Skill level 

You need to know how to knit and purl.

No registration necessary. 

Stitching Group

Join us for Stitching Group from 2 - 5 today.

We are Open Today

Coming down to White Rock for the celebration at Overlook Park? Stop by and say hi as we will be open today from 10-4,

Preserve Summer Memories

Start getting your summer scrapbooking done. We have great summer themed supplies.

Don't Be A Square, Learn to Knit, Afghan Knit-Along, Block Seven- Echolate - Tuesday

If you know how to knit and purl but are ready for the next step this KAL (Knit-Along) is for you. We will be joining Universal Yarn and Amy Gunderson for this KAL and you will have the added benefit of hands on help from Heidi. If you missed the previous blocks - no worries, we will help you catch up. This block would also make a great dishcloth, so grab some Cotton Supreme and join us.

Cables!  I love ‘em.  They can give flow and movement to a piece  that is hard to achieve any other way.  But they’re also one of those things that some knitters never try, just because they seem intimidating.  Nothing could be further from the truth!

For Block Seven “Echolate” we’ve got a video to walk you through the process of knitting both right and left-leaning cables using a cable needle.  If you don’t have a cable needle, grab a spare double-point and use that instead!

Tuesday, 8 July, 5:30 - 7
Instructor - Heidi Narum
Fee - Free

Supplies-
At least 4 colors of Uptown worsted or other worsted weight yarn. Color combination ideas. 2 balls of each color.
Size 8 knitting needles (or size needed to get gauge)
Tapestry needle
Copy of the pattern available here.

Skill level 

You need to know how to knit and purl.

No registration necessary. 

Babette CAL - Wednesday

Join Katie for the popular Babette Afghan Crochet-along. Session 2 of Babette Afghan CAL: we will get started on Sections 2 and 3

Date: Tue, June 18, 5:30pm – 7pm

Instructor: Katie Brousseau

Fee: Free

There is no fee for this CAL, but participants will need to bring the following:

Babette pattern (may be downloaded at www.interweave.com or may be found in the book, Best of Interweave Crochet)

Sock-weight yarn (if you prefer a larger weight yarn, feel free to use it. Just make sure the hook size is appropriate and know that your squares will be much larger than the pattern specifies)

Hook to match yarn

Come on by on the 4th

We will be open on Friday, 4 July from 10 - 4. See you there.


Pattern available here.

Yarn of the Week - Red, White, and Blue

Enjoy a 10% discount on red,  white, and blue yarn - some exceptions, just ask.





Pattern from 50 Knitted Gifts for Year-Round Giving available on the book wall.