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It is always a fun time when Ariana and Andy stop into the shop. Ariana searches the shop for the thickest wool we have, and Andy entertains us with stories and comments about the store and knitters in general. We also love seeing what Ariana has done with the wool she has. Not one to use a pattern, Ariana’s creations are always amazing and an inspiration to get out the knitting needles and see what you can come up with on your own! Here she is modeling two of her hats. One is knit with River Road wool from the sheep here on the farm, and the other is Fleece Artist Africa. Be sure to check out some of Andy and Ariana’s musical creations here. |
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Archive for December, 2010
Monthly Archive
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Nickle has definitely made Santa’s Nice list this year with all of her beautiful hand knit presents:
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First up is a beautiful Kitchen Sink Hat that she made for herself. Nickle altered the pattern by knitting the body of the hat a little longer so that is had a more slouchy fit. |
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Next is an array of hats she made using Fleece Artist Africa and the new Chunky Mochi. Nice and slouchy, these hats are going to make some people very happy!
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She also was working on thrummed mittens. Packed full with fibre, these mitts are sure to keep their owners hands warm all through the winter. |
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And last but not least are these great gator mittens. Knit with a bulky wool, and then sewing the teeth on separate, these mittens are a lot of fun! All the knitters have put in their orders for next year. Great job Nickle! You are a knitting machine.
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Everyone in the shop has been busy this last month getting their holiday knitting finished. Here are some of the wonferdul projects that have passed through the shop this season:
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Phyllis and her beautiful scarf. Knit with a pattern that creates a gentle diagonal feel, this piece is both gorgeous and functional. |
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Crystal completed this cardigan for a present for her mother. Using Remix and buttons from Blue Moon Buttons, this project is a stunning completed item. Great job Crystal!
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Linda has been on a cowl kick these last few months. There was even one Thursday she had the whole knitting group discussing a better name for them, since Linda does not like the word “cowl”. Here she is in just one of many neck warmers she has made for presents this holiday.
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Mary Beth is one of our regular Tuesday night knitters. Here is her completed Gigi’s Garter scarf. Knit with two contrasting colours of Big Merino, this is a quick project for a last minute present. Love the colour choices Mary Beth!
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Jan N. is one of the knitters who frequents both Thursday afternoons and Tuesday nights. Here is a beautiful cowl she made for her daughter. Using her own handspun, Jan knit this up with a matching hat to put under the Christmas tree.
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Shirley is another who attends both knitting groups. Here is a pair of socks she knit using the Fortissima Cotton Stretch sock wool. Love them Shirley!
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Celeste finished this gorgeous shawl in plenty of time for Christmas, but we had explicit instructions not to put it on the website until after the holidays, as it was a present for her sister, who checks the website often. Celeste knit this project with Frog Tree 100% alpaca, giving the shawl a beautiful drape. We know your sister loved it Celeste! Great job.
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Jan D. has been busy and brought in this beautiful scarf knit with Fleece Artist’s Silk Twist. The colours and pattern compliment each other perfectly. Wonderful Jan!
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Year End Sale Starting on Saturday, December 18th, all yarn, fibre, needles and books will be a minimum of 20% off! Stop in and grab that last minute present or get a jump on your knitting for the new year. |
| Holiday Hours Gaspereau Valley Fibres’ holiday hours are as follows: December 23 10-3, December 24-27 closed, December 31 10-2. All the staff at GVF would like to thank everyone who stopped into the shop this year. Whether you had a question, needed help, were here for a workshop or just popping in to say hello, the shop would not be what it is without all of you. |
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Fleece on earth and good wool to ewe – Happy holidays and a very, merry new year.
GVF is excited to announce that they will be hosting the 11th annual Maritime Handspinner’s Retreat at the Old Orchard Inn in Greenwich, NS. “Spin Local” is the theme – focusing on fibres that are local to you, and just how many different kinds of fibre there are in the Maritimes – and it will take place on October 14, 15 and 16th 2011. Be sure to watch the website for updates and information. We hope to see you there!
Matchless double treadle spinning wheel, gently used. Retail price of $999, we are asking $700 tax free. Call or email the shop if interested.
Looking for some ideas of what to get your fibre loving friends this year? Check out some of our top sellers:
The Fibersphere or Wristlet bag. The Fibersphere allows you to have your ball of wool anywhere without the worry of it becoming tangled or snarled. The silk Wristlet fits the 5″ balls perfectly and is also a beautiful accessory all on its own. Like the pink? 5% of all sales of the pink spheres go towards Breast Cancer research.
Needle Gauge Pendants. Combine function with fashion with these pendants! Wear them around
your neck, on your wrist or hang them from your keychain, these gauges will always be near by to size your needles for you.
Magazines make a great stocking stuffer. Wild Fibers, Spin Off and Interweave Knits are just a few you can choose from.
Or why not make up a kit to give to someone? Grab a favorite sock pattern, a pair or 9″ Hiya Hiya circular sock needles and a skein of “Gaspereau Sock” (GVF’s newest sock yarn, 80% superwash merino, 10% cashmere, 10% nylon) and fill their stocking with all the things needed to make some stockings of their own!
The Knit Kit – seven essential knitting tools all in one compact kit! Great for traveling, knitting groups, and for keeping all your tools in one spot.
These are just a few suggestions. Be sure to check out our Accessories page to see what else we have!
Mark your calendars! Gaspereau Valley Fibres will be having our year end sale with at least 20% off store wide (with the exception of spinning wheels, looms and carding equipment). December 22 & 23, 28, 29 and 30 will be the days to grab any last minute gifts and to get a jump on your New Year knitting.
As many of you know, Gaspereau Valley Fibres is neighbors with the wonderful L’Acadie Vineyards. There has been talk of having the sheep help them with their pruning for some time now, but this last month we were finally able to make this a reality! Here are the sheep in the vineyard munching on some grass and exploring their new surroundings. Be on the lookout in the new year for the Nova Scotia Ice Wine Festival as GVF will be hosting some events featuring the amazing ice wine of L’Acadie Vineyards.
We at GVF feel this yarn deserves its own special spotlight. Our latest order of Big Merino has arrived from Fleece Artist and we cannot get enough of it. This merino wool is a lofty, bulky weight yarn that knits up beautifully. It is perfect for the beginner, looking to make a quick first scarf, but is also perfect for the more experienced knitter who might like a nice, squishy cowl or pair of adult sheepskin slippers (seen below). The Fleece Artist team has outdone themselves with a wide assortment of colours to choose from. Do not miss out on this great yarn, priced at $8 a skein, it won’t be here for long!
We are also happy to announce that we completed the pattern for these adult sheepskin bottom slippers. The pattern has been adapted from the baby bootie pattern, and is a quick knit using Big Merino. Stop in to grab a copy and give them a whirl!
