Do you have the motivation and self-discipline of an Olympic athlete? Most of us don't, but a little healthy competition goes a long way. In February, we will be holding the Winter Knitting Olympics here at the shop. The idea was originated by The Yarn Harlot during the 2006 winter Olympics.
Winter Knitting Olympic Rules at the Yarn Garden:
Option 1: If You are Beginning a New Project-
1. The project must be considered a challenge for you to complete in 17 days. You know your level of knitting and you are the only one that can determine what is a challenge for you.
2. No casting on before the flame is lit.
3. Finish before the flame goes out.
4. You may have your swatch before the games begin.
Option 2: If You are Finishing a UFO (Unfinished Object)-
1. You may not start on your designated UFO until the flame is lit.
2. Finish before the flame goes out.
3. You may choose 1 or more UFOs depending on the difficulty level and how much is left to finish.
4. All UFOs must be declared prior to the beginning of the games.
Declaration of Events - Thursday, February 11th
Join us for drinks and light appetizers as we declare our events (project to be completed) and cheer each other on as we prepare for the games to begin.
Meet us at the shop any time over the course of the Olympics to work on your project.
Yarn Garden Closing Ceremony Celebration - TBD
Bring your project and share your Olympic stories. Medals will be awarded.
Wednesday, January 20, 2010
Tuesday, January 19, 2010
3rd Annual 'Soup'er Bowl Party
With the Superbowl quickly approaching, we here at the Yarn Garden are preparing for our 3rd Annual 'Soup'er Bowl Party benefiting Project S.H.A.R.E. All non-sale items will be marked 10% off from 12:00-5:00PM with a chance to earn more savings based on a donation to Project Share. By donating, you can earn multiple chances to pick out of our Super Savings Bowl. You may make either a food or monetary donation. Possible savings will range anywhere from 20% - 100% off. One person may be lucky enough to walk away with a bag of free yarn! Here is how it works:
Donate: Earn:
5 items/dollars 1 pick
6-10 items/dollars 2 picks
11-15 items/dollars 3 picks
And so forth...
*If you earn more than one pick, we will apply the highest discount to your purchase.
Project Share has posted items that are "most needed" at this time.
Beef Stew or other Hearty Soups
100% Juice
Crackers
Stage 1 baby food
Good Start baby formula
Enfamil baby formula
Baked Beans
Join us February 7th for typical football munchies and lots of fun. What better way to help out a great cause!
With the Superbowl quickly approaching, we here at the Yarn Garden are preparing for our 3rd Annual 'Soup'er Bowl Party benefiting Project S.H.A.R.E. All non-sale items will be marked 10% off from 12:00-5:00PM with a chance to earn more savings based on a donation to Project Share. By donating, you can earn multiple chances to pick out of our Super Savings Bowl. You may make either a food or monetary donation. Possible savings will range anywhere from 20% - 100% off. One person may be lucky enough to walk away with a bag of free yarn! Here is how it works:
Donate: Earn:
5 items/dollars 1 pick
6-10 items/dollars 2 picks
11-15 items/dollars 3 picks
And so forth...
*If you earn more than one pick, we will apply the highest discount to your purchase.
Project Share has posted items that are "most needed" at this time.
Beef Stew or other Hearty Soups
100% Juice
Crackers
Stage 1 baby food
Good Start baby formula
Enfamil baby formula
Baked Beans
Join us February 7th for typical football munchies and lots of fun. What better way to help out a great cause!
Tuesday, December 08, 2009
Ideas for Holiday Shopping
With the holidays quickly approaching, we would like to give you some suggestions for gifts ranging from a crocheted wine topper for the host of your holiday work party or a pair of cashmere socks for your favorite sister-n-law. Your daughter might appreciate a pair of fingerless gloves while your son is hoping you'll knit him a new pair of felted slippers since the pair from two years ago has seen better days. Stop in and we will show you several patterns that provide quick, yet beautiful results.
Be sure to check out our holiday hours on our website so that you don't find yourself standing outside a locked door on Christmas Eve wishing you bought that gift certificate the week before.
Be sure to check out our holiday hours on our website so that you don't find yourself standing outside a locked door on Christmas Eve wishing you bought that gift certificate the week before.
Friday, November 06, 2009
Customer Appreciation Night!
On Tuesday, December 15th we will be hosting a Customer Appreciation Holiday Party. You will not want to miss this event. There will be live holiday music provided by the talented Central Pennsylvania Woodwind Quintet, delicious snacks baked by Carlisle's Beth Thompson and a wonderfully relaxing experience brought to you by the women at Face Forward. The festivities will take place from 5:30-8:00, so whether you plan on stopping by or spending the entire evening with us, it will be worth your trip. Mark your calendars now, Tuesday, December 15th!
Thursday, October 08, 2009
Grand Re-Opening
Join us for our Grand RE-Opening!
October 15th from 5:00 - 7:00
Come early to watch the ribbon cutting!
There will be dessert, drinks, and storewide sales.
20% off Everything
October 15th from 5:00 - 7:00
Come early to watch the ribbon cutting!
There will be dessert, drinks, and storewide sales.
20% off Everything
Thursday, June 18, 2009
New Arrivals
Noro Summer Yarns
Chirimen: 60% cotton, 24% silk, 16% wool
Yardage: 137 Stitches: 5.5 Needle size: 6 Ball weight: 50g
Furisode:45% silk, 40% cotton, 15% wool
Yardage: 165 Stitches: 3-4 Needle size: 9-10 Ball weight: 100g
Della Q Bags:
Isadora Bag: cute, woven bag equipped with a drawstring to allow the bag to expand along with your project
Rosemary Bag: great bag for sock and other small projects
Lena Bag: Adorable bag equipped with pockets for both straight and circular needles
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