New Classes at Knitique!

The weather has turned cool and rainy again. These classes would be great projects with a cup of tea, while listening to the rain drum down.

 

First up we have a beautiful crochet Easter basket that will make your favorite little one light up as they dig through their goodies. This FREE Class is Tuesday, April 1st and 8th from 6-8pm.

 

Saturday, April 5th from 11-1pm is the luscious, lightweight Spring Cowl! Knit with a bouncy yarn like Milla Mia, you'll be wearing this Spring weather knit every day!

Also on Saturday is the Kelly Scarf, a delicate knit out of the wonderful new yarn Meadowlark from Classic Elite Yarns. Class is from 1-3pm. This is a two part class that will continue on April 19th.

Adorable Layered Sun Dress Class

Everyone who sees this adorable little girl's dress has been in love with it. Knit in layers, this project includes a few new techniques to advance your knitting skills. There is a beautiful lace edging, as well as a gorgeous crochet flower, that would look fabulous in any color you can imagine. Join us for the Layered Sun Dress Class next month on Tuesday, April 8th, 22nd, and 29th. There are two times available, 12-2pm or 6-8pm. Don't delay, stop by or give us a call at (916) 714-7719 to sign up. This class will fill up fast!

Spring in Paris at Knitique

Spring in Paris arrived at Knitique today with these gorgeous project bags.  Made in the USA, these adorable bags come in both a large and small size and are made with sturdy fabrics so they are sure to last. These darling bags are also reversible. Choose between the Parisian sketches, or a more subtle woven green. Pick up yours today, or give us a call at (916) 714-7719. We would love to ship you one. Small bags are available for $35.99 and large are available for $57.99. Don't delay. We will sell out quick!

Lightening up your knitting and crochet!

We are so excited about these amazing new lamps from Stella! These sleek and stylish lamps are the perfect knitting tool. Our favorite is Stella Sky. This amazing floor lamp will last 11 years without changing the bulb, has 3 spectrums of light, 5 levels of dimming, and it adjusts so you can point the light right where you need it. These lamps are also available in table and clip-on lamps to meet your exact needs. Stop by the boutique to see how these wonderful lamps can take your fiber crafting to the next level!

Luxury Fiber Yarn Sale!

Often times we feel luxury fibers like silk, cashmere, and yak fiber are unattainable.  The world luxury makes us feel it is too expensive, or should only be used for special occasions, but that couldn't be farther from the truth.  So here at Knitique, we have decided to make these yarns more affordable!  Starting now through Sunday, February 23rd, all luxury yarns priced at $30 or more will be on sale for 25% off!  So stop in a pick up a skein or two and let's knit or crochet beautiful things together.

Classic Elite Trunk Shows!

 

We have two fabulous trunk shows on hand from Classic Elite Yarns! Each trunk show features beautiful yarns and projects from their pattern books.

Fresco is an angora, alpaca, wool blend in dk weight that is luxuriously soft. This trunk show features two beautiful sweaters, which are lightweight and cozy, along with some great accessories, like hats and a reversible cowl!

Oceanside is a pattern book that features several of CEY's beautiful Spring and Summer yarns. In this book you'll find fabulous tops and accessories knit with scrumptious yarns like Firefly and Soft Linen!

Please stop in this weekend to see all the beautiful projects before we have to send them back next week!

New Meow Collection Yarns

When Danielle first found this yarn by Ancient Arts Fibre Crafts, we couldn't wait for it to arrive. This yarn is 100% Blue Faced Leicester superwash wool, and comes in a beautiful variety of colors known as the Meow Collection. Each color is modeled after different cats; calicos, tabbies, Himalayans, and more. What we love most about this yarn is their purpose. For each skein of this wonderful yarn sold, a portion of the sales is donated to the Meow Foundation and the Best Friends Animal Society. So lets all knit with our favorite color of kitty cat, and help an animal in need! As always, if you're not local, just give us a call. We ship daily. (916) 714-7719

2014 Winter Games Stitch Markers

This morning, we all cast on for our 2014 Winter Games Sweaters. We all knit at different paces, so some of you may be ready to pick up you stitches around the neckline. This mean's you'll need to add stitch markers to your project to mark where to increase. Stop by the boutique today and pick up your set of the Figgy15 2014 Winter Games Stitch Markers, specially made for this event! There are a limited number of sets available, so don't delay! (916) 714-7719

February Knit N Nosh!

It's that time again; Knit 'N Nosh is tomorrow! If you haven't RSVP'd yet, please give us a call. We would love to have you join us in knitting and crocheting, chit chat and laughter, and of course noshing on delicious treats. Everyone brings something to share and we all have a great time, but don't forget to call; sometimes we run out of chairs! (916) 714-7719

New Class: All Skills Crochet!

All Skills Knitting is a class that has been a success, and now we want to bring that same All Skills environment to our crochet customers. Maybe you have been stuck on a project because the pattern doesn't make sense, or you've never done a crochet cable but want to learn how. Whatever the reason, you may need a little help advancing your crochet skills. So now we bring you All Skills Crochet! In February, this class is Thursday, February 6th and 27th from 11-1pm. You can sign up for one or both sessions, and the class will be offered every month, so give us a call or stop by to sign up. Then bring your projects and we'll set you on your way to becoming a master crocheter! (916) 714-7719

February Classes

We have an exciting line up of classes this month. Whether you knit or crochet, we have a class to bring your skills to the next level! Check out our calendar for all the beautiful projects, then give us a call at (916) 714-7719 or stop by to sign up for any of these great classes. Here are a few of our favorites! https://www.dropbox.com/s/ny6xehmrn3d1tlb/Feb%202014.pdf

Free Valentine's Classes!

We have two exciting and FREE Valentine's themed classes this month.  Join us for one or both.  Just make sure to give us a call ASAP and sign up.  Our FREE classes fill up fast!

  

This quick to knit project is perfect to keep you hot drink warm, or a great gift for your Valentine. Small projects like this are great to knit and stash away for birthday gifts, and Christmas presents. Just think, if you knit a few things throughout the year that make great gifts, you'll save yourself a lot of last minute stress when the holiday comes around. Give us a call or sign up for this fun and FREE class. Love Mug Cozy Class is this Saturday, February 1st from 12-2pm.

 

Cowls are still one of the most stylish and versatile accessories around, and this quick knit is a great accessory to wear on Valentine's Day or to give as a gift. Our sample is knit in the color of the season and only took a few hours to knit, so you'll have plenty of time to knit one up before the 14th! Join us for the FREE Hearts Cowl class on Tuesday, February 4th from 12-2pm or 6-8pm.

It's not too late!

The 2014 Winter Olympics start Friday, February 7th. If you haven’t joined us yet in knitting the 2014 Winter Games Sweater, it’s not too late. We have a lot of beautiful yarns in stock that would work perfectly for this gorgeous sweater. Imagine how beautiful this sweater would be out of Tara Tweed, self striping Tangier, or Liberty Wool. Stop by the boutique to pick out your yarn and get a copy of the pattern so you can start swatching, and preparing to cast on during opening ceremonies.Photo Credit: Tin Can Knits on Ravelry

Winter Olympics 2014!

The Winter Olympics begin February 7th.

 

 Please join us for a fun filled 16 days with free classes and amazing prizes from all the generous companies who've donated.

We've picked a sweater to knit while watching the games and cheering on our USA athletes and teams. We chose a beautiful v-necked cardigan knit in stockinette and garter stitch for a fun and fast knit....

The scrumptious yarn for this year's sweater will be hand dyed especially for you by one of our favorite yarn USA companies, Dream in Color. Choose from Classy, a beautiful 100% super wash wool yarn, or Classy with Cashmere, a super wash wool/cashmere blend. Stop by to see the available color choices in person and order yours.

 Yarn orders must be placed by January 23rd to receive in time for Opening Ceremonies, but don't delay, order your yarn now so you have plenty of time to swatch, wash and prepare!

Photo Credit: Tin Can Knits on Ravelry

New Year's Day Sale!

New Year's day is almost upon us, and you know what that means! It's time for our annual big sale! The boutique will be open special hours of 6:00AM - 10:00AM on Wednesday, January 1st.

Store-wide New Year’s Day Sale

From 6-659 am All Yarn is 31% off ...
From 7-859 am All Yarn is 26% off
From 9-10 am All Yarn is 20% off

In addition we have Clearanced a ton of yarn, it will ALL be 50% off the retail price.

All Clearanced books will be $5.00 each

All Clearanced Magazines will be $3.00

All Clearanced Patterns will be $1.00

But wait there’s more

All Accessories, Books, Kits & Regular Patterns will be 25% off from 6-10am

And All Needles including the sets will be 10% off.

Come in your jammies and “kick off” the New Year right with our early morning Knit ‘N Nosh (bring a dish to share).

And now to the small or not so small, small print.

We will not be winding yarn Wednesday, but we would love to wind it for you another day. All Sales are FINAL and unfortunately no signatures will be given since everything is on sale. No additional discounts given.

We can't think of a better way to start off the New Year than with knitting and fun! See you bright and early Wednesday morning!

Knit Pink Is Finally Here!

We have been anxiously awaiting the arrival of Lorna Miser's new book Knit Pink and it has finally arrived!  This book is full of beautiful shawls and scarves, blankets, pillows, socks, and more!  Each pattern is designed with comfort, gratitude, and charity in mind.  This Friday is Knit 'N Nosh and Lorna will be here having a book signing for this great new book, so RSVP and come on in to meet the designer and pick up your copy!  Not local?  Give us a call at (916) 714-7719 and we will gladly have her sign a copy for you and ship your copy.

You're a good man Charlie Brown!

Inspired by the chevron pattern in Charlie Brown's sweater, and updated to fit modern style, Charlie B. is a great first fair isle project. The hat features a square corner decrease as well, giving it a unique fit. You'll have enough yarn left over to knit a hat in reverse colors, or add a giant pompom to the top! This hat fits children to adults and can easily be knit up over the weekend. Stop by the boutique to pick up your copy, or give us a call at (916) 714-7719 and we will gladly assemble a kit and ship to you.
The pattern can also be found on ravelry!
http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/charlie-b

Holiday Gift Certificate Special

It's that time of year again, you're trying to find a gift for a friend or family member, and you just don't know what to get them. If they are a knitter or crocheter, we have lots of great gift items, stocking stuffers, and of course, gift certificates! From now through Christmas, if you buy a $50 gift certificate you can choose a FREE small Della Q project bag, or buy a $75 gift certicate and get a FREE large Della Q project bag! If you're not local, give us a call; we ship gift certificates too! (916) 714-7719

Happy Thanksgiving!

Happy Thanksgiving! We hope you have a wonderful day with your friends and family. We here at Knitique are thankful for all of you; we wouldn't be here without you. Also, yarn, we're thankful for lots and lots of beautiful yarn!

Holiday Hours for 2013
Thanksgiving - Closed
Christmas Eve - 10:30am to 4pm...
Christmas Day - Closed
New Year's Eve - 10:30am to 4pm
New Year's Day - Stay tuned for information about our special event.

Turkey Day Classes

We are so excited that we can now tell you what all of our FREE Turkey Day Classes are!  We have three quick to knit projects that make perfect gifts for your friends and family.  Don't forget to knit some of these great accessories for yourself too!  Give us a call or come in to sign up for any of these fabulous projects, and don't worry, if the class you want fills up, you can still knit these easy gifts, just to

First up is Turkey Day Class #1, the One Day Slippers! These slippers would make perfect gifts for just about anyone on your list. You can knit a pair easily in a day with just two skeins of bulky yarn! The pattern is written for both women and men's sizes, and we are getting non-slip soles in that will cost only $10/set. Everyone on your list will want a pair, so make sure to buy several skeins in their favorite colors.

Free Turkey Day Class #1 - One Day Slippers
Tuesday November 26th from 12-2pm
Friday November 29th from 10-12pm
Saturday November 30th from 10-12pm
or Sunday December 1st from 10-12pm

Turkey Day Class #2 is a beautiful fair isle hat knit in baby alpaca chunky. This stylish hat fits preteens to adults, so you can make one for everyone in your family. It's only one skein each of two colors of this luscious yarn, and you will have enough for two hats.

Turkey Day Class #2 - Fair Isle Hat
Tuesday November 26th from 4-6pm
Friday November 29th from 2-4pm
Saturday November 30th from 1-3pm
Sunday December 1st from 2-4

 

Turkey Day Class #3 is a beautiful, easy, and light weight lace scarf out of luscious cashmere and merino wool. We used the most well priced cashmere lace that we could find so that this scarf would be both luxurious and affordable.

Turkey Day Class #3- Light As A Feather Lace Scarf
Tuesday November 26th from 6-8pm
Friday November 29th from 4-6pm
Saturday November 30th from 4-6pm
or Sunday December 1st from 4-6pm