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Kris' Corner - Road Trip Projects

Summer is here and school is out and lots of us are thinking about taking a road trip. So what to knit or crochet on the adventure ahead? We don’t want something too big because of space and we don’t want something hot on our laps. We also don’t want something so involved and complicated that we can’t quickly set it aside for an activity or pitstop. Here are a few project ideas using two of my favorite yarns at A Little Knitty: Ricorumi and Ciao . First is Ricorumi cotton yarn that come in a variety of colors, some are even sparkled . They are ideal for the road since they are small and very packable. This yarn would be perfect to make “Amigurumi Tik Tok Bee” by Crafting Happiness . These smiling bees are so so cute and you can crochet them in different sizes and make a bee family! The pattern is available for about $3.42 on Ravelry. Another one that caught my eye is “Fast Food Set” by Joyce Overhaul . How perfect is this to make on a road trip with the hot dog, hamburger, pizza and ta...

Disrupt Magazine Story

In all the excitement of the move, I forgot to share that we got some very cool press in Disrupt Magazine! LIFESTYLE Jen Reeves, Owner of A Little Knitty, Creates a Cozy Spot With a long and fascinating history that dates back centuries ago,  knitting  is practiced and enjoyed today by many individuals of all ages and cultural backgrounds. This soothing activity is often thought to create warmth and comfort through uniquely knitted items like shawls and blankets. Knitters find their passion in as many pathways as there is yarn selection! With the art form passed down through generations, picked up to occupy time, provide comfort during pregnancy, and more, knitting has been experiencing a major glow-up in recent years. Jen Reeves, owner of A Little Knitty, a store that brings to life the passion of yarn, hopes to foster a cozy atmosphere where people can come to find community and inspiration over their shared interest and love for knitting. Back in 2008, alongside the birth o...

Ready to Learn to Knit?

Our newly revamped learn to knit kit is here!!!!!  You can purchase yours in-store or online HERE   The first 12 people get it at the introductory rate of $49!!!!

The Blox -Season 12

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A Little Knitty Adventures - Oregon Flock & Fiber

Oregon Flock and Fiber is a weekend filled with  classes, demonstrations, livestock shows, and an expansive marketplace  with a wide array of fiber goods and accessories. Admi ssio n is FREE! Worksh ops  will be Friday, Saturday, and Sunday! The marketplace is open Saturday 9am - 5pm and Sunday 9am - 4pm. Please join us for a weekend of fiber fun and community. Home | Oregon Flock & Fiber Festival (oregonflockandfiberfestival.com) Here are the details of the trip: -You are responsible for getting yourself to Albany (and back). Pack your car full of friends, take a train, walk...whatever suits you!! - Each room is a King Suite with a pull-out sofa. Two people to each room.  - Breakfast is provided each morning - Explore the festival on your own, take classes, whatever you like! There will be informal social stitching allllll over the fairgrounds!  - Dinner is on your own Friday Night, but we will provide dinner Saturday night! - Of course there will be a litt...

Hen-a-long

We have so many friends who have been talking about making one of these huggy hens...that we thought it would be fun to put together a group of people knitting them together!!!     We will have 3 meetings to create this adorable fowl friend!! Tue, Jul 16, 2024 at 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm Tue, Jul 30, 2024 at 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm Tue, Aug 13, 2024 at 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm Included: Huggy Hen Kit (you can pick from a variety of colors) including stuffing Printed and digital pattern You provide: US7 knitting needles  Your knitting talent This isn't necessarily a class....but we are happy to help you along in making your fine feathered (or should we say featherless???) friend!  To register for this knit-a-long you can sign-up in-store or online HERE You must be registered for the class to attend, if you already own the supplies for the hen, that is fine, but the fee will be the same...so you might as well get the kit and knit multiple poultry pals!!!!  

Closed 4th of July

CLOSED 4th of July When: Jul 4, 2024 From 12:00 pm to 8:00 pm Where: A Little Knitty 1007 Milton Way Milton, WA 98354 Contact: (206) 659-5987 Details: A Little Knitty will be closed Thursday, July 4th! Enjoy your 4th of July!!!

New Inventory -Twice Sheared Sheep

Yay! Our Twice Sheared Sheep order just arrived! We had these cable locks in stock before and they were super popular!       We received them in two colors and you can find them in-store or online HERE   Cat stitch markers are so fun, but I really liked these because they can be used for knit OR crochet!! You can find these in-store or online HERE     It's probably the 80s child in me...but I got insanely excited when I discovered that there are sock rulers that are also slap bracelets!!!!     How much fun is that? The ruler stores easily in your sock knitting bag but isn't all flimsy when you need to measure your sock! You can find these sock rulers in-store or online HERE

Kid's Klub returns in August!!!!

Kids Klub is for kids age 10 to 16 who are interested in learning to knit or crochet or need a little help with a project. Each kid will work on the project they want to (if they need help picking we are happy to help!!) Or the kids can decide as a group to work on the same thing. A teacher will be on staff to help answer questions in a group setting.   Skill Level: Beginner Instructor Name: Jen Reeves Must register to attend! You can register in-store or online HERE

Yarnie Olympics

Yarnie Olympics 2024 Cost: $ 30.00 Fri, Jul 26, 2024 at 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm Sun, Aug 11, 2024 at 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm We might not be flying to Paris for the games, but we sure can have some fun here at home!! Join us on Friday, July 26th at 6pm as we kick off our project(s) for the olympics...here is what to expect... Pick ANY project(s) that you like. Bring the yarn and the naked needles to our first meeting and cast on (please note this can be knit or crochet). We will log in your project(s)! During the games (at home) knit and crochet your little heart out. Come on back on Sunday, August 11th at 6pm to show off all your amazing work, log how many grams of yarn you used during the games and share any highlights that you enjoyed from the games. Every attendee will receive a special stitch marker set (cute wooden piece not included) and at the end they will receive a participation award! You can register in-person or online HERE

It takes a village

I have no photographic proof of this....but packing up the yarn with so many volunteers was the coolest thing ever!!! In 90 minutes we had ALL the yarn packed and in MANY cars who then made the pilgrimage to Milton.  This was allllll the yarn...it was quite a mountain! Thank you SO much to Jason, Jessica, Paige, Amber, Christina, Sherri, Candee, Kris, Teresa, Hilde, Elena, Nolan, Piper and Brian who kicked some serious booty packing up all that yarn!!!! I would STILL be there if I did this myself! And then a huge shout out to Kris, Hilde and Elena for putting the yarn back on the shelf at the new shop.....even if we didn't have power that first day ;)   My village is amazing and I can NEVER say thank you enough to those who showed up!!

Firwood Farms

We are SOOOOO thrilled to announce that we now carry SUPER local alpaca yarn and roving!!! We are only 2.6 miles from the most amazing alpaca rescue and we are so lucky they have allowed us to be a stockist for their yarn! Please check out all the signage about these adorable animals and give the yarn a little squish! We are also hoping to join in on some of their alpaca yoga classes this summer (I have done it a few times and it is SO fun!!!)

New Shop!!

What an amazing first day at our new location!!!! It feels like home already and we hope you agree!!  There are a few things that I want to make sure I communicate and some questions that have been asked a lot so I'm sure others would love to know the answers! First, our parking lot is quirky (like myself) and may take a little getting used to. If you are coming up the hill and turning right into our parking lot, it may be easier to take the road just past the shop and use the driveway behind the building to access our parking lot. Do NOT park in the driveway behind the building and do not use any of the parking spaces behind the building!  Yes, lines will be painted on our parking lot, unfortunately it couldn't happen last week! If you cannot find parking immediately in front of our shop, you can park at Kanon Electric but we ask that you try to NOT park there Monday to Friday from 10 to 4....we love our neighbors and don't want to hog their parking! You can park along sid...

We Have Moved!!!!

We have closed our Auburn, Washington location and we are moving to Milton, Washington. We are closed Tuesday, June 11th through Sunday, June 16th for the move! We will see you at our new location on Tuesday, June 18th!!! 1007 Milton Way Milton, WA 98354

1st Sunday Sip n Stitch

Did you know Elena (who works here on Saturdays) hosts a Sip n Stitch the first Sunday of the month at Crft Beers?? And tomorrow just happens to be the first Sunday of the month!!!! Even after the move, Elena will still host this in Auburn!

May 2024 Facebook Winners!

Congratulations to Susan, Pixie, Jeannie & Leslie for winning $10 gift cards this month!!! Curious how you can win a gift card? Join our online community  A Little Knitty Friends | Facebook Along the Edge cowl in a Plucky silk/wool blend from my stash. - Susan Pixie's Seattle Doodle A peach top to go with a swim diaper and shades - Leslie Jeannie's Shawl