Ivelise’s Yarn Shop

August 25th, 2010 by admin

 Thank you for visiting the online home of Ivelise’s Yarn Shop, offering yarn, classes and community to knitters and crocheters at our shop in wonderful Southwest Michigan.

Beautiful yarns in all price ranges, from Mission Falls, Rowan and Debbie Bliss to Cascade, Encore and Malabrigo,fill our shelves.  Our friendly knowledgeable staff is ready to help knitters and crocheters of all levels, from beginner to expert.  From choosing the right yarn and needles for your project to completing it successfully, we offer support at every step.

We encourage you to check out our class offerings often as we add new classes frequently.  Private lessons are also provided if needed.

You are always welcome to just come in and sit and knit at our famous round table.”

 Hours:  Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday: 10:30am to 5:30pm. Saturdays from 10:30am to 5:00pm.  Sundays we are closed.

 

            

 

 

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August 2010 Shop Update

August 12th, 2010 by admin

 

IVELISE’S YARN SHOP

AUGUST 2010 SHOP UPDATE

We will be hosting an open house on Thursday, August 19 from 4pm to 8pm for our HANNE FALKENBERG TRUNK SHOW.

In the words of Hanne Falkenberg: “My Own Collection expresses my emancipation from the expectations of the ever impatient fashion world craving for novelties.  Simplicity and quality are keywords to the continuous development of my collection.  Every year I only add a few new models to My Own Collection which gives me the chance to work out each design to minutest detail….Over years some eight hundred of my designs have been published by international yarn suppliers and fashion magazines. To make sure that the qualities I have put into my designs also come true in the hands of knitters and users, I have decided that My Own Collection will be available in ready kits holding pattern, photo and yarn”  11 of Hanne’s designs will be available for you to inspect and try on.  Come join us for a fun evening!

FALL CLASSES AT IVELISE’S

The following classes will be offered beginning in September. Class descriptions are listed below with dates and times to be added mid-August. 

Baby Basic Socks:  This is a great beginning sock class; it’s quick, and a lot of fun.  You won’t want to miss this class.  These baby socks make a great baby gift.

Drops Headband:  Sometimes you just want to knit an easy project when you are short on time.  This is great for the knitters who already know how to knit and purl, and just want to go to the next level.

Seaman’s Cap:  Want to knit something for the men in your life, that fits them just right.  This is a quick and easy project and lots of fun to make!!

Beginning Knitting:  Never held a needle but really want to learn to knit….this is the class for you.  Learn to cast on, knit, purl, read a simple pattern and bind off.  You will learn to decode labels and abbreviations and get you started on a simple project.

HELP Class…or oops I made a mistake and don’t know how to fix it class:  Are you tired of working around your local yarn shops’ hours when you get in a bind and you’re not sure how to fix a mistake.  This class will get you back on track while you continue to gain confidence in your knitting skills.

Felted Slippers/Clogs:  These slippers/clogs are a staff favorite!  It’s a great project for an advanced beginner.  You will love watching the huge knit shoe felt down to a thick cozy slipper with a double sole.  Choose to make either the adult or child version.  Knit a pair in school colors, favorite sport team colors, or any funky color combination that inspires you!!

Socks:  Fast, portable, fun and ADDICTING!!  In this three-part class you will learn to knit socks using the magic loop. You will be knitting in the round, learning how to turn the heel, foot shaping, closing the toe and having a fun time doing it!

Cabled Scarf:  Learn to cable while making a beautiful reversible scarf.  Cable knitting is lots of fun and actually not difficult.  Overcome your fears and sign up for this interesting class.  Introduction to chart reading will also be presented.

Pedicure Sock:  Need a quick gift for a special person?  A pedicure sock is the answer!  Adding a pair of pedicure socks to foot scrub, foot lotion, and nail polish in a cute basket and you have the perfect gift.  You will be learning to use  the Magic Loop Method to knit in the round.

 Additional classes and sessions, dates and times will be coming in mid August.  Watch for follow up newsletter or check out or web-site.  www.ivelisesyarnshop.com

Happy Knitting,  Ive, Kathy and staff

 

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Please Remain Calm(er)

March 18th, 2009 by admin

The staff at Ivelise is so excited about the newest arrival in the store: Calmer from Rowan.  Calmer is a 75% cotton/25% acylic microfibre blend that sets the standard for all cotton yarns.  This yarn gives you the breathability and durability of cotton, while the microfibre adds the flexibility that is often missing.  And if that’s not enough, the colors are absolutely gorgeous.  Shown below are calm, coral, slosh, kiwi, freesia and cloud.

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Calmer knits up at 21st/4″ on a US 8 needle.  Each skein has 175 yards. 

And of course, we have also stocked up on pattern support.  Check out Rowan’s Calmer Collection:

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This book includes 15 patterns from well-renowned designer Kim Hargreaves:

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For those of you familiar with Knitty.com, you’ll also find this Tempting II  that calls for Calmer.  You can also check out one of the 2959 projects currently featured on Ravelry.

 

 

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