sharon's shawl

sharon's shawl
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Sharon is the first one finished in the Flower and LeafLace Shawl Knit a Long. Congratulations Sharon!!

June is for Brides

I think that the dream wedding dress for a knitter is one that they have knit for themselves. For the most part the dresses that I have come across are one of a kind and oh so beautiful! Vogue spring 2008 had some nice patterns for wedding shrugs and a wedding dress.

This beautiful open lace work would float so beautifully and be so cool for the summer outdoor wedding. You could definitely change it to be a full length dress! It would probably take about as long to knit as a fine yarn sweater! I can see it in Svale or Debbie Bliss Prima or even Stork cotton.

On the more extravagant side these following dresses would take a fair bit of labour but they are striking! If I were hand knitting the dress on the right I would probably allow myself 6 months or so unless a knitting machine were used for the large plain areas! But, Oh, what a dream!!

Much more realistic and actually something a fair number of knitter brides are making for themselves is the bridal shawl or veil. Just make your preferred lace pattern out of some really fine lace weight yarn like the Misti Alpaca Lace or something slightly heavier like Debbie Bliss Baby Cashmerino to get this lovely diaphanous look.

Michelle of The Sweet Sheep is knitting a very simple shawl out of her own hand dyed. The gentle variations in a hand dyed yarn will make for a beautiful subtle statement. Like Michelle you do not have to go with white! Choose your favorite colour to make your wedding shawl out of!

I can't help it! I think that Vickie's newest shawl pattern would be beautiful knit in white or pastel HandMaiden Sea Silk would be a stunning addition to any bridal ensemble.



I also think that a nice simple triangular shawl would look great wrapped around a big brimmed hat for the wedding and afterwards! Even as a guest to a garden wedding this would be stunning!

Want something easier that takes less time? How about the Garter. This elopement Garter from Knitty is a very simple lace design adorned with ribbon.

How about some flowers that will never wilt??? There are many felted flower patterns that could be used to create your own unique bouquet.

Again Knitty has these Calla Lilies that would be perfect.

What ever you choose to make for your wedding it will be a piece that could be passed on to children!!

Already married?.....

Well you could always renew your vows just so you can have your own hand knit wedding!!

June is for Weddings

I have been working on the new window display these last few days and thinking about June and weddings.
I guess partly because June 1st is Jim's and my 24th Anniversary.
But it all starts with the wedding doesn't it? Some are simple, some are ornate but all are special to the couple. A public declaration of love for one another.

Since I have been thinking about weddings my window is becoming a knitted wedding theme. White knitted lace and flowers and froth. How and what does one do for a knitted wedding?
Well, I happened across an article in spring/summer Vogue 2008 that featured a knit wedding. All things knit including the cake!

What can you do to include knitted items in a friends wedding?

Lets start with the Bridal Shower. Mason Dixon Knitting has several great ideas including the Ballband Dishcloth Or the Moss Grid Hand Towel





The suggested yarn for this project is Louet's Euroflax Sport and although I do not have it on the shelves I can order it for you! I have the colour charts in the shop ready for your perusal!


Can you imagine drying dishes with hand knit Linen??? MMMM....


For a

little bit of fun you could knit the Felted Boxes to store gift items in!

Stay tuned to the next post for Wedding Gift suggestions!!

Hand Maiden Seasilk is in!!

Six colours available Now!!

I am still here!!

Ok ....

I started a post and it got eaten! I will attempt to remember all that I was so eloquent about.

Creativity has been pouring out of me lately. I completed 2 more canvases that combine my fiber art and paint. Both are hanging in the shop so pop in to see!

Right now I am working on a Bra for Mardi Bra. Mardi Bra is a fund raiser for Priness Margaret and breast cancer research. Artists create bras to be modeled and to be bid on. The money made goes to help fight Breast Cancer. I have chosen to do Marigolds because Whitby was once the "Home of the Marigold" In the photo above the left one is just the base that I am building on. On the right one I have started to build the petals of the flower. I'll keep you updated on the progress!

Just in are 5 colours of Misti Alpaca Sock Yarn. They need to be petted! so come on in!!

There are 2 free patterns available for this gorgeous yarn. One is a sock pattern with sizes from child to large man. The other is a lovely lace scarf pattern. You will get to chose one of the free patterns with the purchase of one skein. Buy 2 skeins - get both!

In the previous post I let you all know about the rug hooking class that will be on Saturday, May 23rd from 1 PM to 4PM. There are only 6 spots left so if you are interested in learning rug hooking basics make sure to sign up soon!
I have finished my sample and really enjoyed my first project!

It really is a fun way to use up left over yarns for quick little projects such as coasters and placemats. I hope you'll join the class!

The Knit A Long for Vickie's newest Shawl pattern begins at the end of this month. The SeaSilk is on its way as I write.

If you would like to join the class to get the shawl started on May 30th at 10 AM let me know. The KAL kit costs $45 and the class is $10.

Pictured here is her shawl knit up in the Ocean colour.

Make sure to stop in as well to see the sale yarns! They have been caught lying down on the job and they need to go!

Rug Hooking Class

East Coast Rug Hooking Workshop

Looking for a way to use up your bits and bobs of yarns, fabric leftovers, ribbons and other "scraps"? Join Jennifer Archer for her East Coast Rug Hooking workshop.

Rug Hooking Basics:

The Tree of Life Saturday, May 23; 1:00-4:00pm

Cost: $35 plus kit ($45)

We will be creating a gorgeous Tree of Life rug hooking piece! Choose the season of your tree design and get a good handle on the wonders of rug hooking techniques!

Turn these works of art into wall hangings, pillows, bags ...whatever suits your fancy!!!

This will be a fun afternoon!

Please bring:· Fabric Scissors · cash for purchasing extra kits and equipment (if desired) directly from teacher Kit ($45)

Includes:· Choice of Season · Pattern on burlap backing · 14" sturdy quilt/hook Frame (if you bring a frame reduce $10 from kit price) · All wool required to complete rug · Rug Hook

You will learn:·

How to Hook! ·

How to Strip using a stripper and scissors ·

How to mix fabrics and colours
Instructor: Jennifer Archer

Shawl KAL

Vickie has created a new shawl pattern!!!

The Flower and Leaves Lace Shawl is a beautiful triangle shawl knit in Handmaiden Sea Silk. (The Picture above is not in the Seasilk but you can come into the shop to see it until I get an updated pic)
To celebrate this event I have decided that we need a KAL!
It will start on May 30th with a morning class for those in need of help and are in the area.
Help right from the designer! What else could be better!
The cost of the pattern and the sea silk kit is $45 plus tax. If you already have seasilk you may purchase the pattern for $7.95.

The class will be an extra fee. I will let you know what it is ASAP.
The colours that the shawl is available in are Ocean, Berry, Amethyst and Smoke.
Pictures and more info will be made public as soon as I get it all together.
Contact the shop at (905)668-8368, 1-877-778-8368 or reachus@kniterary.com.
Payment for the kit or pattern is due upon sign up.

The new Vogue Magazine is in the shop! There are some Great patterns in it. I have picked out a basket weave drop stitch shawl to knit!

Come and have a look.