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2020 Getaway Retreat Update

We are opening our retreat to day passes and drop in classes!  Day passes ~ $350 includes:2 classes, lunch and a modified swag bag. You’re welcome to stay for dinner at an additional cost. Drop in Class: $200 per class:Pick one of the morning or afternoon classes. Arrive early or stay after class and join us at lunch for an extra $15. if you want lunch, please let […]


Last-Minute Gift: Nuno-Felted Scarf with Lauralee Deluca

 Tuesday, December 10 ~  6 – 8:30 pm ~ $65Come discover the wonder that is Nuno felting: the art of “painting” with wool. You’ll leave with a scarf for that special someone on your list (even if it’s you!) and the knowledge to continue this craft at home. Nuno felting is a simple technique that yields miraculous results.  Min. 2/max. 4. Includes materials for 1 scarf. Additional materials available […]


Getaway Retreat Schedule & New Class Sign-up Options!

In our back yard. Photo by Chris Gilbert

Friday, March 15 ~ 9:30 a.m.

Knitting Happily Ever After with Carson Demers in the Explorer Room

Friday – 1:30 p.m.

Pure Magic with Lorilee Beltman in The Discovery Room

Swatch Buckling with Carson Demers in the Explorer Room

Saturday March 16 ~ 9:30 a.m.

Colors that Climb with Lorilee Beltman in the Discovery Room

Knitting Happily Ever After with Carson Demers in the Explorer Room

Saturday 1:30 p.m.

Cabling without a cable needle with Lorilee Beltman in The Discovery Room

Day passes $350 include:
2 classes, lunch and a modified swag bag.


Drop in Class: $200 per class:
Pick one of the morning or afternoon classes. Arrive early of stay after class and join us at lunch for an extra $15. if you want lunch, please let us know when you register.

To Register for full retreat, or for more detailed class descriptions go here!

To Register for a class or day pass, call the shop! 360-379-9273


Getaway Retreat Class Schedule & More Sign-up Options! 2

Getaway Retreat update! Registration for our retreat April 5-8 has been opened up to include drop in class or day pass options.     Bristol Ivy                             Ann Budd                            Beth Brown-Reinsel Class Schedule Friday April 6, 2018 9:30 A.M.- 4:30 P.M. _____A  Skirt for All Seasons- Ann Budd _____Brioche Beyond the Basics- Bristol Ivy _____Gansey Fingerless Mitts- Beth Brown-Reinsel Saturday April […]


Sea Glass & Stone Knit-a-long

Sea Glass & Stone KAL  with Extra, from Blue Sky Fibers! Saturday and Sunday mornings are the perfect time to knit-a-long. We are still working on our Telja sweaters. However, if you want to KAL, but would prefer a smaller project, Sea Glass & Stone with the luscious ‘Extra’ from Blue Sky Fibers is the perfect combination. Sea Glass & Stone pattern on Ravelry.


Telja KAL Update

With her sleeves done and color work done at the bottom of the sweater, Misty is in the lead (not that it’s a race) of our #telja #kal #woolstock One more #telja #ontheneedles that didn’t make it to the #Nip‘n’Knit party last night. It’s not too late to #KAL #kal Look at all the #telja sweaters #ontheneedles #kal #woolstock


Telja Knit-a-long

Telja Knit-a-long with Woolstock, from Blue Sky Fibers! Due to storms in Peru and Tennessee, our Woolstock order has yet to arrive. They are hoping to ship next week, which means we can still add to the order, and you still have time to join our growing knit along! I can’t wait to knit my very own Telja pullover. We have so many different color pallets […]


Our hat count is up to 79!


Outlander Cowl

             America’s Alpaca makes a beautiful cowl inspired by Outlander!   Knit this cozy cowl for the Outlander obsessed on your Christmas list, or buy them the yarn and pattern, either way they’ll be thrilled! Three skeins of our 70%  alpaca 30% merino blend knits up soft as a cloud while maintaining it’s shape. The pattern is available on Ravelry, and […]


Holiday Handcraft Countdown ~ 2015!

The Final Week of our Holiday Handcraft Countdown! Numahka says… This is one of my favorite times of year, and not for the reasons you’d probably expect. The Winter Solstice, regardless of what our traditions are – or how we choose to celebrate this holiday season, is something we can all look forward to. The return of the sun! I’m excited for the days to start getting […]