One day only.

10am - 5pm

Almost everything in the store will be discounted 20-70%.

Don’t miss out!

Another great class, taught by Jaime, finished up this past weekend. These lovely ladies are all working on Mr. Greenjeans, and wasn’t it fun seeing so many beautiful versions of my design!

We’re busy working on a great schedule of classes for fall. Are you interested in another session of Mr. Greenjeans? Let us know by sending an email to info@make1yarns.com.

Look for Jaime’s next class, the popular Panel Jacket by Carol Lapin.

We are all so proud of the Make One Yarnies who entered the Calgary Stampede’s Western Showcase contest. Marilynn won best in show for her Phoenix Rising shawl! Leanne won second in lace for her Heartland Shawl. Michelle won FIRST in textured accessories for her cabled socks, inspired I believe by Mr. Greenjeans. Leslie won for both of her cute felted bags. And I was pretty happy to get two 2nd place ribbons for my cabled sweater and 2 colour brioche beret.

If you haven’t been down to the grounds yet, please stop by and check out the beautiful work. Also, start thinking about what you’ll enter for next year. Let’s try for a great showing in 2009!

It’s a gorgeous sunny day, so we’ll be meeting up at the park on Center street in Bridgeland. For those of you who have been to the shop, go behind our building and the condos behind, and we’ll be where the big Community Festival is setting up.

11am - 2pm, or until they kick us out!

We’re running a referral promotion in support of WWKIP day. You can read all the details in this PDF:

http://www.make1yarns.com/WWKIP2008.pdf

The deal is that I’ve made up some printable coupons that you can give out to anyone. Make sure to put your name on them first, though. When the new customer brings in the coupon, she’ll get 15% off any class or purchase before June 30. We’ll collect the coupon and on July 1, tally up how many referrals you got.

1 Referral gets you 15% Off
2 = 20% Off
and 3 or more = 30% Off
any purchase from July 1 - 18th. The person with the most referrals will also win a grand prize worth $200!

This is a great opportunity to spread the word and get a great deal in return.

With summer on the way and things quieting down around the shop, it’s time again to get back to the dyepot. This time around, Sandra and I are working on developing repeatable (and purty) colourways so we can launch a handpainted yarn and fiber division.

The colours above are “Cherry Coke” and “Urban Jungle” and I’m in love with both of them. I’ve uploaded them onto our online shop so you can check them out. I hope you like! Look for more updates throughout the summer.

Superwash Sock >> (only available in Urban Jungle)

Merino Top >> (in both Urban Jungle and Cherry Coke)

Go get it - click here to download

If you’re already signed up for the Sockaholics Anonymous Club for 2008, your sock club package is either in the mail or waiting for you to drop by and pick it up.

If you haven’t yet signed up, why not do so today? We’ve got just 5 spots left in the club for the next year - sign up online, or phone 403-802-4770 or just stop by.

The weather this week has been less than stellar. We know you won’t be working in your garden, and probably not off in the mountains hiking or biking. Why not treat yourself to a few hours knitting on our comfy cozy couches?

Sandra is on her own in the shop today, so come in and keep her company!

We’ve also had a bunch of new shipments since the last time I posted. I’m especially excited about Hand Jive’s yarns, including their fully organic and naturally dyed blend of columbia wool and mohair. We also have a few skeins remaining of beautiful sock yarn from Avery Allison, and about 300 lbs of new fiber, from alpaca to yak.

See you soon?

Just added - Stefanie Japel, author of Fitted Knits and all around cool person. She’ll be teaching three great classes focused on knitting garments that fit and flatter. 

You can check out the details here. Already registered and want to change your preferences for Friday classes? Just let us know.

 If you’ve been waiting to sign up, don’t wait too long - we’re down to just a dozen spots left!  You can sign up online or by phoning us at 403-802-4770.