Monday, October 20, 2014

Fiber Factory November Classes

Hello All!  Here is the November class list.  Sign up for November classes now!

Red Scarf Project 2014!
red scarf

Once again, The Fiber Factory and One Planet Yarn and Fiber will join together this holiday season in supporting the Orphan Foundation of America’s Red Scarf Project: Foster Care for Success Program. Children that go through the foster care system often face challenges getting the education they need to lead happy and productive lives.

The Foster Care for Success program gives scholarships to further the education of kids who would not have the money to continue their education. In 2005 the Foster Care for Success program began sending the kids that were attending college or vocational schools a Valentine’s Day care package. These kids often don’t have family or parents who would send care packages to them. So, to show that someone cares – packages are sent with treats including a red hand knitted or crocheted scarf.
Last year our combined efforts netted 36 beautiful and varied crocheted and knitted scarves, one more than the year before.  Let’s see if we can top that this year! Come in and purchase your yarn and ask for the Red Scarf discount for this project. Drop off your scarves by December 6th! We'll plan a little party for the evening.

RED SCARF PROJECT GUIDELINES: Size: approximately 60” long and 5” to 8” wide. Scarves should be long enough to be wrapped around the neck, with tails long enough to be tied in the front. Style: Think unisex collegiate. Fringes are optional. Your scarf should drape, tie easily and be soft. Color: Red! However, this could mean burgundy, cherry, russet, red stripes with other colors, or multicolored hues including red. Finished & tagged: Yarn ends should be securely sewn in. For a personal touch, attach a tag saying “Handmade for You” with your first name, city, and group affiliation, if any. Donors have also included washing instructions, messages of encouragement, gift cards, and more.

Marianated Yarns trunk show n November!
There are also plans for a Fiesta Yarns Trunk Show, a book signing and a "Let's Do Lunch KAL" where we pair up a KAL with a Lunch Special at one our favorite downtown restaurants. We are working out the details for dates.

 We are thinking about starting up a few Friday Night out activities. Looking for feedback on what if any activities you would participate in.
And in spite of any and all rumors to the contrary, we are still here to help and encourage you to the completion of a successful project, and to serve your yarny needs. Come in and visit with us for a bit.


Don't forget our Rewards Card
Yarn-a-Holics Anonymous 12 Stamp Rewards Program
Come in and pick up your card. Get a stamp when you purchase $25 or more in a visit. Turn in your filled card (12 stamps), and get $25 off on you next purchase. WOW!

Knitting-
Beginning Knitting
Intermediate Knitting
Finishing Handknits
Finish Your Projects
Continental Knitting
Knit One Below Hat
Knit, Knit, Knit
Grandma's Checkerboard Slippers
Building Blocks
Knitting 911
Sweet Tomato Heel Sock
Toe Up Two Needle Socks
Cuff Down Magic Loop Socks
Inside Outside Scarf

Crochet-
Beginning Crochet
Intermediate Crochet
Tunisian Crochet
Fingertip Shawl
Spiderweb Scarf
Hairpin Lace Crochet
A Better Basic Beanie
Kaleidoscope Trivet
Hello Kitty Bag
Jo's Shawlette
Intermediate Irish Crochet
Fancy Flowers Hotpad

Tatting and Lace-
Beginning Tatting

Dye-
Open Dye Studio

Spinning-
Drop Spindle Spinning

Baskets-
Cornucopia
Pine Needle Basket

Weaving-
Lace Weaves
Rigid Heddle

Navajo Weaving-
Beginning Navajo Loom Weaving

Creative Fiber-
Kumihimo
Fish On Friday
Learn to Use Ravelry

Kids!-
Parent and Child Knitting

Free Stuff!- Call for info or to sign up for these events so we know how many are coming.
Every Friday Afternoon Happy Hour
Every Friday Afternoon Crochet Study group
First and Third Saturday Morning Spin Ins

Best Regards,
Susan, Terri and the Fiber Factory Gang
480-969-4346

Friday, October 3, 2014

Fiber Factory October Classes

A whole slew of classes are available for October.  Karen has been out of town, so we are posting the blog a little late.  


HOORAY! We have a road again!
 Construction on Main Street is winding down. We have pavement, parking
and left turns again. There is a little more work, but the contractors will be out of the downtown area October first. No more big vehicles and pounding jackhammers!

There will still be construction on Main Street east and west of the downtown mile, but that can be avoided by traveling on University, 1st Street or 1st Avenue.

Red Scarf Project 2014!
red scarf

Once again, The Fiber Factory and One Planet Yarn and Fiber will join together this holiday season in supporting the Orphan Foundation of America’s Red Scarf Project: Foster Care for Success Program. Children that go through the foster care system often face challenges getting the education they need to lead happy and productive lives.
The Foster Care for Success program gives scholarships to further the education of kids who would not have the money to continue their education. In 2005 the Foster Care for Success program began sending the kids that were attending college or vocational schools a Valentine’s Day care package. These kids often don’t have family or parents who would send care packages to them. So, to show that someone cares – packages are sent with treats including a red hand knitted or crocheted scarf.
Last year our combined efforts netted 36 beautiful and varied crocheted and knitted scarves, one more than the year before.  Let’s see if we can top that this year! Come in and purchase your yarn and ask for the Red Scarf discount for this project. Drop off your scarves by December 6th! We'll plan a little party for the evening.
RED SCARF PROJECT GUIDELINES: Size: approximately 60” long and 5” to 8” wide. Scarves should be long enough to be wrapped around the neck, with tails long enough to be tied in the front. Style: Think unisex collegiate. Fringes are optional. Your scarf should drape, tie easily and be soft. Color: Red! However, this could mean burgundy, cherry, russet, red stripes with other colors, or multicolored hues including red. Finished & tagged: Yarn ends should be securely sewn in. For a personal touch, attach a tag saying “Handmade for You” with your first name, city, and group affiliation, if any. Donors have also included washing instructions, messages of encouragement, gift cards, and more.

The Yarn of the Month for October is Zen Yarn Garden Serenity Silk. There will be a picture on the web page as soon as Terri allows someone to open the box.

Marianated Yarns trunk show n November!
There are also plans for a Fiesta Yarns Trunk Show, a book signing and a "Let's Do Lunch KAL" where we pair up a KAL with a Lunch Special at one our favorite downtown restaurants. We are working out the details for dates.

 We are thinking about starting up a few Friday Night out activities. Looking for feedback on what if any activities you would participate in.
And in spite of any and all rumors to the contrary, we are still here to help and encourage you to the completion of a successful project, and to serve your yarny needs. Come in and visit with us for a bit.

Don't forget our Rewards Card
Yarn-a-Holics Anonymous 12 Stamp Rewards Program
Come in and pick up your card. Get a stamp when you purchase $25 or more in a visit. Turn in your filled card (12 stamps), and get $25 off on you next purchase. WOW!

Sign up for October classes now!

Knitting-
Beginning Knitting
Intermediate Knitting
Knit Your Wish
Entrelac Bag
Learn to Knit Socks
Zuzu's Petals
Log Cabin Baby Blanket
Finish Your Projects
Continental Knitting
Knit, Knit, Knit
Girasole Circle Blanket or Shawl
Fair Isle Bag
Sweet Tomato Heel Sock
Seven Super Skills Cowl
Hill and Dale Scarf
Column of Leaves Scarf
Traditional Faroese Shawl

Crochet-
Beginning Crochet
Intermediate Crochet
Tunisian Purse
Broomstick Lace
A Better Basic Beanie
Miser's Amulet Bag
Beginning Wire Bead Crochet
Intro to Irish Crochet

Tatting and Lace-
Intermediate Tatting
Advanced Tatting
Needle Tatting
Intermediate Needle Tatting
Oya Needle Lace
Beaded Oya

Spinning-
Beginning Spinning
Intermediate Spinning

Baskets-
Round Twined Basket

Weaving-
Beginning Weaving on a 4 Harness Loom
Rigid Heddle

Navajo Weaving-
Beginning Navajo Weaving
Intermediate Navajo Weaving

Creative Fiber-
Kumihimo
Felted Jewelry
Learn to Use Ravelry

Kids!-
Fun With Fibers Weaving
Parent and Child Knitting
Fun With Fibers -Felted Pouch

Free Stuff!- Call for info or to sign up for these events so we know how many are coming.
Every Friday Afternoon Happy Hour
Every Friday Afternoon Crochet Study group
First and Third Saturday Morning Spin Ins

Best Regards,
Susan, Terri and the Fiber Factory Gang
480-969-4346