Dear Friends,
This past week was incredibly special: I was truly fêted by friends and family for my 60th birthday, and I’m feeling so grateful. Over the weekend, I was surrounded by my daughters, husband, mom, grandson, and son-in-law. We enjoyed some cocktails with friends, a lovely dinner at a local favorite spot, and plenty of time just relaxing at home together.
On Tuesday, my actual birthday, I enjoyed a long walk with my best buddy, Bash, had lunch and a game of Mahjong with friends, and ended the day with a fun family dinner. I’ve officially stepped into the next decade, and I feel so lucky to have done it surrounded by love.
On Wednesday, the shop was closed while we rearranged things a bit...Think of it as yarn Tetris, ha! We’re making room and prepping for fall! A few final deliveries are still on the way, so thank you for your patience as we get everything just right.
With the shuffle comes a great sale:
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Woolfolk Tage and Modern Linen are 20% off Thursday, 30% Friday, 40% Saturday, and 50% Sunday
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Select Pascuali yarns are now 60% off
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Books at 50% off
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Plus, we have some in-shop-only bins with deals not listed online!
I’ve also cast on my Coomo Cardigan (featured in this week’s newsletter) and I’m loving every stitch in Lamana Como. The fisherman’s rib is so soft and satisfying, I can’t wait to sit down with it each evening. I’ve even included a progress pic and a snap of the gorgeous flowers from Fionna Floral. Thank you to the Monarch team for making me feel so celebrated! They are gorgeous!
We will have more classes and some guest instructors to announce in next week’s newsletter, so keep your eyes peeled. And yes, we will be adding another Embroidery on Knits class!
Knit, and be Happy,
Ann
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Join us Saturday, August 23rd from 2–4pm for a fun and approachable Fair Isle class with Koryn, featuring Amie Opie’s cheerful Sheffield Hat pattern.
We’ve put together kits to complement the class, perfectly paired and ready to cast on! Don’t miss out on the chance to learn colorwork and knit in style.
✨ Sign-up for the class: Learn to Faire Isle: The Sheffield Hat
✨ Order a kit: Sheffield Hat Kits
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We’re making room for fall and giving you the chance to scoop up some beautiful yarns at a great discount! This week’s sale includes some of our favorite warm-weather picks, like the airy softness of Woolfolk Tage, the breezy drape of Berroco Modern Linen, and the luxe textures of Pascuali.
We will be scaling up the savings each day:
- Thursday - 20% off
- Friday - 30% off
- Saturday - 40% off
- Sunday - 50% off
I will change the amount at about 8:00 a.m. (PST) each day, but please be patient if I am not right on it!
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Soft, subtle, and elegantly cozy…This week’s featured kit has it all! Blending delicate cables with everyday wearability, flowing seamlessly in and out of ribbed edges for a timeless, textured look. We’ve paired Blue Sky Fibers Prairie with Ito Sensai for a fabric that’s light, warm, and irresistibly soft. A modern classic you’ll love to knit and wear.
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We couldn’t resist casting on Classic Romance by Kacey Herlihy the moment we saw it! This delicate lace cowl is the perfect mix of timeless charm and modern wearability—easy to style, whether dressed up or down. We dove right into our stash of Julie Asselin’s Journey Sport, a next-to-skin soft yarn with exceptional stitch definition and a gorgeous palette of colors. The result? A beautifully textured accessory that’s as fun to knit as it is to wear.
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A perfect blend of beauty and function, this pretty bag is worked top-down in a simple lace and twisted stitch pattern, with a round base and double-knit handles. It’s lightweight yet sturdy—just right for market strolls or beach days. We’re using Quince & Co. Sparrow—a crisp, cool linen that makes this an ideal warm-weather project. A fun and useful knit to take you through summer and beyond!
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AMU Hat
Say hello to your new favorite hat! A ribbed hat with a twist, this playful hat by Olga Buraya-Kefelian takes classic stitching to another level with its clever construction and interplay of two yarns and colors. Our kits include one skein of Julie Asselin Journey Worsted and one skein of Spincycle Dream State—just the right combo to knit the regular-length version. It’s cozy, eye-catching, and endlessly fun to wear. A must have for fall!
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COOMO cardigan
I couldn’t resist casting on the COOMO Cardigan by ANKESTRiCK with our newest yarn, Lamana Como. It’s seriously so soft! This timeless cardigan in fisherman’s rib is a wardrobe staple, and I’m loving my version in a soft, light blue for just the right pop of color. It'll be a slower knit, but absolutely worth every stitch. Cozy, elegant, and endlessly wearable...This one’s a keeper.
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Kits to keep you stitching…
In case you missed out on these featured favorites,
here is a recap of last week's projects!
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Featured in the shop!
We’re thrilled to have Maika Bags back on our shelves—including their vibrant new striped prints! These fresh classics are perfect for toting your projects, lunch, or everyday essentials in style.
Here’s what’s in stock:
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In case you missed it...
Small Project Pouch - Keep your WIPs cozy and contained with this perfectly sized project pouch—ideal for socks, hats, or any small on-the-go makes. Crafted from sturdy cotton canvas with playful printed details, it’s as functional as it is stylish.
Chaing Knitting Row Counters - We're excited to offer Number Chain Row Counters in a new large size—perfect for needles up to US 10.5 (or K hooks)! Once you try one, you’ll wonder how you ever knit without it. Simple, clever, and endlessly useful, this will quickly become one of the most-reached-for tools in your project bag.
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Classes & Events
We offer a variety of classes and knitting help, both virtual and in-store. Visit our site to learn more details about each class, to see the list of requirements, and to sign up! When signing up for a class, please note the list of supplies and, if required, the homework.
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Private Lessons
$20.00 for 30 minutes
$40.00 for 1 hour
Do you have a new skill you would like to learn, or are you confused by a particular part of a pattern? Come into the shop and work one-on-one with us! Call us at 831.647.9276 to set up an appointment.
We can only offer private lessons on Wednesdays, Thursdays, or Fridays. There are no private lessons during the hours of Knitting Circle.
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Help Table
Thursday mornings
from 11:00 am to noon
Need help with a project or technique? In this hour-long session, we’ll assist you with whatever you’re stuck on—whether it's finding your place in a pattern, fixing a mistake, or brushing up on a skill. After some guidance, you’ll have time to relax and knit with confidence.
Sign up online or in-store—space is limited to 4 per session.
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Knitting Groups
Tuesdays, from 10:30 am to 12:30 pm
First and Third Tuesday of Each Month, 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm
Wednesdays, from 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Thursdays, from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm
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August
Fair Isle Workshop: The Sheffield Hat
Saturday, August 23rd, from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Continental Knitting Workshop
Saturday, August 30th, from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm
September
Fall Fair Isle Along
September 6th to October 11th
In-store Meet Up: Saturdays, 10:30 am to noon
Top Down Sweater Workshop: Novice Jr. Pullover
Saturdays, September 20th, 27th and October 4th from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Building Block Series
Thursdays from noon to 1:00 pm
Fall Series: Sept. 25, Oct. 9 & 23, Nov. 6 & 20, & Dec 4
Winter Series: Jan 15 & 29, Feb 12 and 26, & March 12 & 26
Block Party Knit Groups: off-weeks from noon to 1:30 pm
October
Knitting 101
Saturdays, October 4th and 11th, from noon to 1:30 pm
Knitting 101
Tuesdays, October 7th and 14th, from 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm
Embroidery on Knits Workshop
Saturday, October 11th from 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Knitting 102
Saturdays, October 18th and 25th from noon to 1:30 pm
Fixing Mistakes 101
Saturday, October 18th, from 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Embroidery on Knits Workshop
Saturday, October 21st from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm
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