Grey Heron bits

Just in time for gift giving (that includes you)... We are celebrating the new publication of Cabin Fever's Need a Sock book... co-authored by Brenda Harris by hosting a KAL sockathon... as well as a class offering for newbies.... Class start on Wed Nov 17th @ 1:00pm... again on the 24th, Dec 1st and lastly on Dec 8th... Using the percentage method for knitting a good fitting sock- we will be following the Need a Sock book as our tutorial... Our class fee has been kept manageable @ $40.00 for the 8 hours of class in exchange for purchasing your materials from Grey Heron. It's a good symbiotic relationship that works for both parties. So, come on along for the learning experience and have loads of laughs too... 705-444-0370 Grey Heron Wool Shop Collingwood

Well it's Jim's annual meeting in Germany.. this year Air Canada has the direct flight to Copenhagen back on again- yeah!! Jim is spending a couple of days there with my shopping list after the convention.. my list has wine gums, Jule trimmings, and Stenia undies--- that's right from Fotex... it's a shop like our Loblaw food, household and clothing... I can't wait... He will visit with our friends and have a wonderful time... while I'm at home holding down the fort... oh well I say... the undies are on the way.. crazy I know.... but when you find a good fit why mess with a good thing...

Do you have your new copy of the Cabin Fever- "Need A Sock" book yet? We have sold our first lot of books and our second dozen copies will be in the shop on Wednesday Oct 6th @10am. Our very own Brenda Harris has co-authored this book with Deb Gemmell. Stop by and receive your very own signed copy as Brenda will be here at the Grey Heron wool shop all day Wednesday the 6th.... Planning a gift for a knitter? Here's your chance to have a personalized copy to give....

I'm knitting like crazy to finish a few baby gifts for a shower this weekend. My new-born booties are now my oversized footwear about to become my new- newborn felted booties:) The real new born booties are almost finished. The baby hat looks a tad large so it will be gently felted to reduce the size.It would really be nice if I started these projects before the week I need them... oh well, such is life. Take it as it comes and don't fuss too much.... So, like I was saying- Elvis is coming to Collingwood this weekend- so dust off the ol-blue suede shoes and head on over the town will be hopping!! Find all the details @ www.collingwoodelvisfestival.com It should be a blast-

I am so excited. Gifted- by Mags Kandis has just arrived. I see so many lovely things to make. Min danske venner vil elsker de " fulled jule bling" - translation- My danish friends will love their felted" Jule Bling" gifts for this years gift exchange. I will be enjoying a little "glog" with mine as I embroider little details of love on each one ... Here's my gift list so far: Frilly neck wrap- gorgeous mohair - 2 balls - great BFF gift Ruby red foo baby hat- just in time for the holiday gift giving- any new babies to knit for? oh ya! Petaled slouch cap- beautiful leaf details accompanied by a lovely leaf flower brooch- complete!! Funky earmuffs- great teen gift or for the young at heart- one for me- one for Brenda This book is a winner for sure!!! Every picture showcases a very well thought out detail, fun recipes to prepare to accompany your gifts... I can't wait to get started. I'm already rummaging through my stash- making plans to get star...

We have been very busy around here. We celebrated Canada Day in Collingwood by participating in the downtown fashion show. My daughter modeled a fun summer tank and short. My son wore the Tilley hat & vest with hemp pants, a bamboo polo and a side pouch... they both looked fab.. my grandson stole the show... he was a little shy but came around when asked a few questions... The main street is now open right down to the waterfront. What a lovely stroll along the water area.

It's been a very busy week here in the wool shop. New yarns are arriving- new classes are in the works for Fall- A few KALs (knit a long) have been organized- like the February Lady Sweater & the FibreTrends Clog... We are even planning for a Super Seven Scarf class - every Wednesday- each month two or more FREE patterns with kits will be offered up. ie: October- Breast Cancer Scarf in pink of course... I'll keep the rest a secret until its ready to announce.... In my searching for Roving patterns I bumped into a wonderful find: follow this link to the look alike Olympic shawl collar sweater... http://www.briggsandlittle.com/wool/ This is offered FREE on their website- upper right hand corner- better hurry in case it's only available for a short time:) Don't forget we have the "Red Carpet" day Saturday June 26th in downtown Collingwood... Browse around the shops- we have our dresses & skirts on SALE!! http://www.downtowncollingwood.com/index.htm - ...