Tuesday, September 07, 2010

Once A Sheep shop update September

New in the shop

Rico Poems Aran 100% new wool.
Rico Poems Aran
100m/50g ball.
Tension: 18 sts to 10 cm on 5mm needles.
Hand wash.
For free patterns using this yarn please click here

Also now in stock:

Inside Crochet, October 2010




Workshops

I now have dates and schedules for workshops until the end of November

Improve Your  Spinning (for wheel spinners) 25th Sept 2010

A course for anyone who can spin, even if not very well, but also suitable for those who are competent at basic techniques and want to improve their repertoire
We will look at how to spin different thicknesses of yarn, how to produce different types of yarns and how to use different fibres to best effect (and have the chance to try some of them out and learn how best to use them)
We will have some fun with plying techniques and learn to make 3 ply yarns and use plying to get different effects
Bring your own wheel or borrow one from Once A Sheep
Cost: £45.00
1 place remaining

Spinning for Beginners (for wheel spinners) 9th Oct 2010

Suitable for beginners who want to learn the techniques required to spin their own yarn
Wheels and all materials are provided
By the end of the session you will understand the mechanics of wheel spinning, be able to card and draft fibre, spin, ply and skein your own yarn
Cost: £45.00
4 places available

Beginners crochet 30th Oct 2010

A course for those who have never crocheted before
We will learn the basic stitches and principles, how to use different yarns to get pleasing effects, and look at how you can crochet without the need for a pattern, which is often easier!
Cost: £45.00
6 places available

Intermediate Crochet 20th Nov 2010

We will learn how to create amazing effects using different stitches to get texture in the surface of a crocheted fabric
We will work with colour and different textures of yarns together to produce visually pleasing effects and to add to the texture and look at how to use these different elements in designing crocheted items
Cost: £45.00
6 places available

All workshops run from 10:30 to 3:30
Coffee, tea and biscuits are provided, lunch can be obtained from one of the many coffee shops, bakeries, bars or restaurants close by
A £10 deposit will secure your place, just email karen@onceasheep.com or call on 01475 648089

I look forward to seeing you in the shop soon.

No comments:

Post a Comment

Thanks for commenting