Jordana Paige Trunk Show

Hello all my fellow knitters and crocheters... and Happy Spring :) It might not feel like it quite yet, but spring and then summer are right around the corner.... Do you have the right Purse or Bag???

The Knitting Nest will be hosting a Jordana Paige Trunk Show April 18th - 29th with all of the stylish knitting bags on display. Be sure to come in!!

~~And an added bonus for stopping in check out these designer bags....

Raffle Prizes!!

Stop in and drop your name in the "Raffle Nest". We'll be picking 5 winners on April 29th. And...one winner will receive 50% off a JP bag of your choice!

A Jordana Paige Knitting Bag is truly unique and customizable to your liking~ with 4 different fabric options to choose from for each style~ you can be the designer of your bag!

~~And who says they're just for knitting!!

Check out all styles and options available at www.jordanapaige.com and hope to see you soon!

**please note, all bags are for display only and will need to be ordered from The Knitting Nest**

Happy Summer!

There's a lot new at The Knitting Nest! New yarns, new hours, and now - Weekly Specials!!

Come check out the "Weekly Special" each week to see what's on sale. Anywhere from 25%-50% off selected items - yarn, needles, bags/purses/baskets, patterns.. and more! So stop in, you don't want to miss out on some gorgeous products at amazing prices! ... Starting July 6th.

New Yarns!!! I'm so excited to carry two new yarn companies! Red Barn Yarn and

Alchemy Yarns of Transformation. Both companies are hand painted yarns from California! And no skein is identical. They are one-of-a-kind and truly pieces of art. I have great free patterns for Red Barn Yarn too!

Ever tried Knitting with Beads?? The Knitting Nest now carries beads to knit with, along with many fun patterns to try. New to beading? Just ask about a Beaded Cuffs class (kit by Laura Nelkin -brilliant designer!)

Lessons/Classes!!! If anyone is interested in signing up for a Beaded Cuffs Class, a Felting Class (we'll make a bowl!), or any other project you'd like to do, just let me know and I'd be happy to teach you! I'm always happy to teach knitting to anyone wanting to learn. Just call or email and we can set up a private lesson.

Free Patterns! I've recently discovered some great patterns that are available for free with yarn purchase. Just ask to see the binder when you're in.

One Skein Projects - or two - Come check out the new One & Two Skein Project wall. Fun new ideas/patterns to inspire!

New Summer Hours:

Tuesday - Friday 10-5

Saturday 1-5

Closed Sundays/Mondays

And Happy, Peaceful Knitting to you all!

Team USA!!! - Fair Isle Hat

Did I say I would NOT start a new project before I finished a WIP??!

But this is a "Team USA" hat for the Olympics! :)

A super fun and (pretty quick) Fair Isle pattern from Blue Sky Alpacas. And what is better than using their Melange (Baby Alpaca) - so soft....

Go USA!

What's Knittin'?!

So I'm jazzed about one of my new year's resolutions. I'm going to write down all my "works in progress" - I know you must think me crazy!! Regardless of the ever-increasing pile of projects I haven't touched in years, or decided to start today, I am going to document all of these and give myself deadlines to finish. I figure this way I will hopefully complete more than I start, and have proof of what I've knitted this year! .... a good way to free up all those needles too :)

So first on my "finished" list is this fun and super lush "Burberry Inspired Cowl Scarf". A fellow knitter and friend came into my shop looking for the yarn used to make this project. Of course I had to start making one right away! Literally after she left, I had the yarn on the needles within the hour, thinking "I'm starting another project!!" But it was a quick and easy knit, good excuse to use Rowan's Cocoon yarn, and perfect for these blistery days :)

I recommend checking it out on Ravlery.. oh and by the way - Ravelry rocks! If you haven't discovered it - do it now. It's full of great info, resources, and free patterns!

The Knitting Nest on Vacation

Just wanted everyone to know that The Knitting Nest will be closed the week of September 12th - September 20th. Sorry for any inconvenience!

Starting My First Blog

This is my first attempt at a blog.. here goes! www.tahoeknittingnest.com

Hello! And welcome to The Knitting Nest's blog... I'm Lauren and this is a little peak at my yarn shop. I opened last October (almost a year anniversary!!) in beautiful Lake Tahoe, Nevada. Over the past year, I've been a part of some really wonderful experiences that I'd like to share.

I had an open house/art show to introduce The Knitting Nest . I had a good friend display some of her amazing art: www.heatherpatterson.30art.com. And it was a great turnout! If it wasn't for the extremely large support of my Mother, Father, Sister and Ryan... Love you guys!

I started a "Thursday Night Knitting in The Nest" group - and found it to be just what I had hoped for. Good friends, wine, food, and lots of laughter! If only we could get some knitting accomplished :)

When a good friend, and husband of one of the TNKITK group, severely hurt himself, the ladies of the knitting group got together and made him an incredible "healing blanket". (See pic. below).

In April I had a booth at the Earth Day Festival, to show my support for all things "Earthy". I proudly sell many organic, and earth-friendly yarns, and try my best to help preserve Gaia.

I'm excited to be joining the Camellia City Stockinettes and to expand my knowledge and experiences as the owner of The Knitting Nest.

I hope you enjoy my blog... and Happy Knitting!!!

(The pic above shows me wearing a dress my Grandmother knit..40 years ago!!)