Classes--New stuff-- Our deepest apology

Beginning knitting is about to begin. Joy will be teaching two classes of beginning knitting. The three week class will begin Monday, Oct. 12, at 6 pm. If nights don't work for you, there will be another class starting Tuesday, Oct. 13, at 10:30. The class is $35. This is your chance to learn to knit. Remember if you get stuck before your next class date, bring it in. We will be glad to help you.

Needle tatting classes are coming up too. Nov. 11 and Dec. 9. The class is $30. 10:30-12:30. We'll post a reminder a little closer to the date.

New yarns are coming in, lots of them--everything from milk, to mohair, to cotton--coming from Alaska, Texas, and parts unknown. We have picked up some new lines, and are really excited to share them with you.

You have read about those square needles, and wondered about them? They should be here soon. They really are comfortable to use. Come on in and give them a try. There will be a pair cast on and ready for you to try in the shop.

We are going to have a knit along. There are only 5 kits for socks coming from Alaska. Each kit consists of yarn for three pairs of socks--one comes in October, one in January, and one in March. The yarn will reflect Alaska's seasons. One of the kits is already taken. If you're interested in the knit along for socks, let us know and we'll put you on the list. The cost for the three pairs and patterns (other surprises too) plus any help you might need is only $95.

Now on a more serious note. Recently we were mentioned in the rants of the PDN. This is something we never wanted to have happen and we sincerely apologize. All of our cutomers are very important to us, and we strive to give you the attention you deserve, whether you're in the shop, on the phone, or on the internet. There are times when we can't get to you right away, but certainly don't mean to ignore you. To the person who complained, we're sorry you felt you weren't getting the service you deserved. We're glad that you found a friendly shop. It is important that local yarn shops are supported by their community. Without that support, they go out of business. Hope you will give us a second chance.

Jean, Nora and Joy

Well, as usual I goofed. I need to do this more often so I don't make these mistakes. Crochet class will start Oct.7 at 10:30 AM. We need a minimum of 2 students.

Beginning crochet will be starting Sept. 30. The class will be for three weeks for $35. You can't go wrong with this class.

We will be posting more classes as they come up. Hope you will check the blog often.

Gentlemen, we want to plan a time for just you. Would you like to meet evenings or Sunday afternoon. Please get back with us and we will let Armand know. He will be here to have the shop open for you to meet. Hope this works. Also let us know how often you would like to meet. sorry it has taken so long to get this together.

Spinning Classes With Amelia at A Dropped Stitch, September-October 2009 Tuesdays, 10:30-12:30, September 22, 29, October 6, 13: Learn to Spin on a Wheel, $40 includes materials teacher: Amelia Garripoli Please note if you have a wheel already or not.Wednesdays, 10:30-12:30, Spinning Two, $15 each or $50 all four teacher: Amelia Garripoli minimum 2 studentsWednesday, October 7 Spinny-Gritty: Wheel details: controlling yarn thickness and moreWednesday, October 14, Color Whorl: colors for striping, spirals, neutrals and moreWednesday, October 21, Plying Around: Navajo ply, Cable, boucle, coil and moreWednesday, October 28, Spinning Fine YarnsStudents need to have a wheel in working order and be able to spin a consistent single.Saturday, October 10th, 1:30-4:30 Learn to Spin on a Spindle, $30 includes materials and a spindle to take hometeacher: Amelia GarripoliSpinning With Amelia, one-on-one instruction at A Dropped Stitch, 2 hours, $30. Spindle or Wheel, beginner or experienced. Great if you'd like a refresher or want to get started right away! Scheduled at your request -- call me at 582-0697. Bio:Amelia Garripoli, author of Productive Spindling (July, 2009), has a love of fiber and all things spinning. She enjoys teaching at wool shows and conferences, and always strives to bring humor and interest to all of her classes. She spins, weaves, knits, and dyes in Port Angeles. You can find her online at http://askthebellwether.blogspot.com/ or as "askthebellwether" on ravelry.----