More importantly we raised $250.00 for the Ronald McDonald House of Phoenix.
A special thanks goes to Meg Cromley. Meg donated all the money she raised from her de-stashing to the Ronald McDonald House. Yarn people are really special.
Saturday, April 25, 2009
"Evolving Stash (Parking Lot Customer Exchange/Sale)" Was a Success
We want to thank everyone involved in this mornings Parking Lot Customer Exhange Sale. Lots of stash got exchanged and people seemed to have fun.
More importantly we raised $250.00 for the Ronald McDonald House of Phoenix.
A special thanks goes to Meg Cromley. Meg donated all the money she raised from her de-stashing to the Ronald McDonald House. Yarn people are really special.
More importantly we raised $250.00 for the Ronald McDonald House of Phoenix.
A special thanks goes to Meg Cromley. Meg donated all the money she raised from her de-stashing to the Ronald McDonald House. Yarn people are really special.
Wednesday, April 22, 2009
Evolving Stash (Parking Lot Customer Exchange/Sale) UPDATE
Parking Lot Customer Exchange/Sale is Officially a GO for Saturday, April 25th from 8am till 10am.
What is this event?
Tempe Yarn have come up with what we think could be a fun event - something to help your stash evolve and at the same time help out our friends at Ronald McDonald House.
For a $10 fee (all of which will go to the Ronald McDonald House) those who wish to reduce their stash can sell your pre-owned yarn and yarn related products in an area outside the shop. To participate you must pre-register (it is critical that you pre-register as there are a limited amount of space available) to by calling 480 557 9166 by 6pm on Friday April 24th.
If you wish to grown your stash come on down on Saturday morning between 8am and 10am and look for that special treasure you need to make your stash whole. This event will end at 10 am sharp.
Note:
Tempe Yarn & Fiber is only providing a venue for this event. All sales are between the buyer and the seller. Tempe Yarn & Fiber shall not be held liable for any items sold and/or any sales made at this event. Tempe Yarn & Fiber is not responsible for pricing, quality, or availability of products. Tempe Yarn & Fiber, the University Plaza, and/or the Ronald McDonald House shall not be held liable for any events, actions, sales, accidents, or losses resulting from participating in the activity.
What is this event?
Tempe Yarn have come up with what we think could be a fun event - something to help your stash evolve and at the same time help out our friends at Ronald McDonald House.
For a $10 fee (all of which will go to the Ronald McDonald House) those who wish to reduce their stash can sell your pre-owned yarn and yarn related products in an area outside the shop. To participate you must pre-register (it is critical that you pre-register as there are a limited amount of space available) to by calling 480 557 9166 by 6pm on Friday April 24th.
If you wish to grown your stash come on down on Saturday morning between 8am and 10am and look for that special treasure you need to make your stash whole. This event will end at 10 am sharp.
Why Are We Doing This?
We are doing this for you, our customers, because we think it could be a fun way for you to "swap" stashes around and a great excuse to organize and review all the wonderful yarns in your lives. The bonus here is that all the "table" donations will be given to Ronald McDonald House. In addition, we will have a table set aside that day to collect small items attendees may wish to donate to RMH. For a list of items they need click here.
Note:
Tempe Yarn & Fiber is only providing a venue for this event. All sales are between the buyer and the seller. Tempe Yarn & Fiber shall not be held liable for any items sold and/or any sales made at this event. Tempe Yarn & Fiber is not responsible for pricing, quality, or availability of products. Tempe Yarn & Fiber, the University Plaza, and/or the Ronald McDonald House shall not be held liable for any events, actions, sales, accidents, or losses resulting from participating in the activity.
Tuesday, April 21, 2009
May Class and Event Schedule Is Now Posted
Monday, April 20, 2009
Misti Alpaca Hand Paint Sock Yarn Is Here
Misti Hand Paint Sock Yarn blends superfine alpaca 50%, fine Merino wool 30%, silk 10% ,and nylon10% to create a superbly soft, resilient, and durable sock yarn in a 4 ply fingering weight.
Come in and check out these wonderful colors!
Shadow 12
Seattle 09
Vegan 15
Miriam 07
Taos 04
Blues in the Night 01
Marino 08
Mustang 06
Sunday, April 19, 2009
Hyperbolic Crochet Coral Reefs Display - Amazing
If you weren't able to attend the Hyperbolic Crochet Coral Reefs display this weekend, we would encourage you to make time to see the fruits of your work (and the many others who contributed to this cause) before it ends on July 11th. Here are a few pictures that we made today during the TYF field trip.
Names of everyone involved are posted on the wall in the main display room.
Names of everyone involved are posted on the wall in the main display room.
Lora Riordan's (a TYF reefer) piece was showcased at the entrance of the main display room.
Saturday, April 18, 2009
Michelle Johnson of Laughing Cloud Studio Trunk Show & Sale, PLUS, Classes
Michelle Johnson of Laughing Cloud Studio. is an Arizona Fiber Artist whose work includes one-of-a-kind wearables, home decor, hand dyed & painted yarns and fabrics.Michelle will be bringing her lovely hand dyed yarns to Tempe Yarn & Fiber for a Trunk Show & Sale on May 2, 2009 from 11 am till 4 pm. This event will be your opportunity to purchase Michelle's unique hand dyed yarns and see some of her current felting work.
Michelle will also be teaching several exciting classes in May. 
On May 23rd (Saturday) from 10 am till 1 pm, Michelle will be teaching a Felted Embellished Earring workshop. In this workshop you will learn to create your own felted beads using wool roving, plus learn to wet felt around a core object to create a fun pair of spiral earrings.
On Saturday afternoon, from 2 pm till 5 pm, she will be holding another workshop (Treasure Brooch) where you will learn to wet felt around a small object, then cut part of the felt away, creating a bezel that reveals your "treasure" beneath.
Then, on Sunday May 24th, Michelle will continue her workshop fest with Beginning Nuno Felting. This workshop will be from 10 am till 5 pm and you will learn the basics of nuno felting (a wet felting process). You will be amazed at how nuno felting enables you to create felt with flexiblity and drape, and once you've mastered the techniques the design possiblilites are endless.
Class space is limited for all of her classes, so please register early to insure you get a seat. For more details about any of these classes stop by or call Tempe Yarn & Fiber.
On Sunday April 19th,
It's a TYF Field Trip to see the
Coral Reef Project
On Sunday (TOMORROW), April 19th, at 1 pm a group from Tempe Yarn & Fiber plans on meeting at Scottsdale Civic Center Library (3839 N Drinkwater Blvd Scottsdale) to see the completed HYPERBOLIC CROCHET CORAL REEF. If you are interested in joining us please meet us at the main entrance at 1pm.
The Library is located on the Northeast side of 2nd St. and N. Drinkwater Blvd., 2 blocks South of Indian School Rd. and 3 blocks East of Scottsdale Road.
Friday, April 17, 2009
Yumiko Alexander Has Done It Again!
Rolling Hills & Breeze Patterns
These are exciting new knitting patterns designed by Yumiko Alexander.
Breeze
Rolling Hills
Thursday, April 16, 2009
"The Knit Kit" Is Here!
The Knit Kit includes seven essential knitting tools. Including a stitch counter, crochet hook, tape measure, thread cutter, collapsible scissors, stitch markers and point protector all in one compact device. Come check out this cleaver device.
Tuesday, April 14, 2009
Malabrigo Yarn - We received our largest ever shipment today
Stop by and check out the colors and selection.
Monday, April 13, 2009
"Knit Kit" Will Be In Stock Later This Week
Tired of searching in your knitting bag or purse for all the items you need for your project? Then "The Knit Kit" is your perfect solution!
You've seen this advertised in all the magazines, now TYF will have them in stock later this week. This kit includes a tape measure, stitch counter, thread cutter, scissors, crochet hook, stitch holders and tip protectors all on one compact device. No need to continually buy various accessories when you can have it all in one. Great for traveling by car or plane...."never lose your knit knacks again".
Evolving Stash
(Parking Lot Customer Exchange/Sale)
Evolving Stash (Parking Lot Customer Exchange/Sale)Why do we have stash (a personal accumulation of yarn & fiber for future projects, for collection, or just because)? Most of us do and we love them. We also know that our stashes constantly evolve. We share with those we bring into the fold, we trade, we acquire new when we spot something we can't live without, friends and family gift us stash, we donate to schools & other organizations, and so on. Yarns come and go and we love every minute of the journey.
In honor of the stashes all over the world, we at Tempe Yarn have come up with what we think could be a fun event - something to help your stash evolve and at the same time help out our friends at Ronald McDonald House.
On Saturday, April 25th from 8 am to 10 am we will be hosting a Parking Lot Customer Exchange/Sale of pre-owned Fiber related items.
Here's How It Will Work:
If you want to lighten up your stash, pre-register (by calling Tempe Yarn at 480 557 9166) to get a space to set up a table for your stash reduction. You will be responsible for pricing, selling, etc. You will need to bring your own table, set up at 7:45 am and take down at 10 am sharp. We will be asking for a $10 donation, to be collected when you pre-register, to give to Ronald McDonald House in exchange for your having a space to sell your stuff. Again, you must pre-register with TYF.
If you want to acquire additional stash, then show up on Saturday at 8 am to be one of the first to check out opportunities to add to your collection.
Why Are We Doing This?
We are doing this for you, our customers, because we think it could be a fun way for you to "swap" stashes around and a great excuse to organize and review all the wonderful yarns in your lives. The bonus here is that all the "table" donations will be given to Ronald McDonald House. In addition, we will have a table set aside that day to collect small items attendees may wish to donate to RMH. For a list of items they need click here.
Note: Tempe Yarn & Fiber is only providing a venue for this event. All sales are between the buyer and the seller. Tempe Yarn & Fiber shall not be held liable for any items sold and/or any sales made at this event. Tempe Yarn & Fiber is not responsible for pricing, quality, or availability of products. Tempe Yarn & Fiber, the University Plaza, and/or the Ronald McDonald House shall not be held liable for any events, actions, sales, accidents, or losses resulting from participating in the activity.
In honor of the stashes all over the world, we at Tempe Yarn have come up with what we think could be a fun event - something to help your stash evolve and at the same time help out our friends at Ronald McDonald House.
On Saturday, April 25th from 8 am to 10 am we will be hosting a Parking Lot Customer Exchange/Sale of pre-owned Fiber related items.
Here's How It Will Work:
If you want to lighten up your stash, pre-register (by calling Tempe Yarn at 480 557 9166) to get a space to set up a table for your stash reduction. You will be responsible for pricing, selling, etc. You will need to bring your own table, set up at 7:45 am and take down at 10 am sharp. We will be asking for a $10 donation, to be collected when you pre-register, to give to Ronald McDonald House in exchange for your having a space to sell your stuff. Again, you must pre-register with TYF.
If you want to acquire additional stash, then show up on Saturday at 8 am to be one of the first to check out opportunities to add to your collection.
Why Are We Doing This?
We are doing this for you, our customers, because we think it could be a fun way for you to "swap" stashes around and a great excuse to organize and review all the wonderful yarns in your lives. The bonus here is that all the "table" donations will be given to Ronald McDonald House. In addition, we will have a table set aside that day to collect small items attendees may wish to donate to RMH. For a list of items they need click here.
Note: Tempe Yarn & Fiber is only providing a venue for this event. All sales are between the buyer and the seller. Tempe Yarn & Fiber shall not be held liable for any items sold and/or any sales made at this event. Tempe Yarn & Fiber is not responsible for pricing, quality, or availability of products. Tempe Yarn & Fiber, the University Plaza, and/or the Ronald McDonald House shall not be held liable for any events, actions, sales, accidents, or losses resulting from participating in the activity.
Saturday, April 11, 2009
Addi Clicks
Those of you have already placed your special order for the Addi Clicks - you should be getting a call next week telling you they have arrived.
Those of you who want to get your hands on these wonderful needles, we are getting in a very limited supply next week. Call to reserve your set today before they are gone (last time we sold out in two days).
The addi Click system provides 10 different sizes of addi Turbo™ tips! The Click tips require no tools to change; simply insert the cord deep into the tip, twist and release.
The addi Click system provides 10 different sizes of addi Turbo™ tips (3.5mm, 4.0mm, 4.5mm, 5.0mm, 5.5mm, 6.0mm, 7.0mm, 8.0mm, 9.0mm, and 10.0 mm), three different lengths of our new, extremely pliable blue cord (24”, 32” and 40”), and one connector piece which helps to either store stitches or combine your cords.
Those of you who want to get your hands on these wonderful needles, we are getting in a very limited supply next week. Call to reserve your set today before they are gone (last time we sold out in two days).
The addi Click system provides 10 different sizes of addi Turbo™ tips! The Click tips require no tools to change; simply insert the cord deep into the tip, twist and release.
The addi Click system provides 10 different sizes of addi Turbo™ tips (3.5mm, 4.0mm, 4.5mm, 5.0mm, 5.5mm, 6.0mm, 7.0mm, 8.0mm, 9.0mm, and 10.0 mm), three different lengths of our new, extremely pliable blue cord (24”, 32” and 40”), and one connector piece which helps to either store stitches or combine your cords.
Happy 34th Anniversary
Friday, April 10, 2009
Hyperbolic Crochet Coral Reef Open Reception
Many of you worked and contributed to the creation of this project. Now it's time to go see the fruits of your work.
Tomorrow Saturday, April 11, @ 2PM, the Hyperbolic Crochet Coral Reef Project Opening Reception will be held at The Gallery @ the Scottsdale Civic Center Library. For more information click here.
Guests are encouraged to create and wear hyperbolic fashions, and prizes will be awarded for the most creative wearables.
Refreshments served.
This exhibit will be on view until July 11, 2009.
Tomorrow Saturday, April 11, @ 2PM, the Hyperbolic Crochet Coral Reef Project Opening Reception will be held at The Gallery @ the Scottsdale Civic Center Library. For more information click here.
Guests are encouraged to create and wear hyperbolic fashions, and prizes will be awarded for the most creative wearables.
Refreshments served.
This exhibit will be on view until July 11, 2009.
Wednesday, April 08, 2009
Italy Earthquake: Elderly Woman Knitted As She Waited For Rescue
Maria D'Antuono told rescuers that during the 30 hours she was trapped, she occupied herself by knitting.
The stone house where the 98-year-old was buried under her bed in the village of Tempera, was a scene of devastation having completely collapsed on one side.
"She lived with her daughter, a retired teacher. Because of the strength of the quake, they thought the old woman was dead. They couldn’t look for her the first evening as it was too dark.
"The firemen came back at first light with a ladder and found Signora D’Antuono alive and in good health. It’s a miracle. She couldn’t do anything as she was stuck under the bed. They took her away, gave her a check-up and found her to be in perfect health. It’s incredible.”
By Nick Squires and Nick Allen in L'Aquila Last Updated: 6:42AM BST 08 Apr 2009
The stone house where the 98-year-old was buried under her bed in the village of Tempera, was a scene of devastation having completely collapsed on one side.
"She lived with her daughter, a retired teacher. Because of the strength of the quake, they thought the old woman was dead. They couldn’t look for her the first evening as it was too dark.
"The firemen came back at first light with a ladder and found Signora D’Antuono alive and in good health. It’s a miracle. She couldn’t do anything as she was stuck under the bed. They took her away, gave her a check-up and found her to be in perfect health. It’s incredible.”
By Nick Squires and Nick Allen in L'Aquila Last Updated: 6:42AM BST 08 Apr 2009
Frog Tree Meriboo Yarn
Meriboo Yarn - An eco-friendly blend of Merino Wool (70%) with a balanced blend of Bamboo (30%) provides a yarn with luster, softness and durability – a delight to knit. Each skein is approximately 50 grams/1.75 oz in weight and 105 yards in length.
Come in and check out this great new yarn!
Tuesday, April 07, 2009
Mystery "Magic Hobo Bag" Knitalong
Has Started
There are only TEN days remaining to sign up for the latest Tempe Yarn & Fiber Mystery Knitalong. The last day to sign up is April 18th.
Here are the details:
"Magic Hobo Bag" Knitalong
The inspiration for this project came from the traveling that most of us do throughout the year, but especially during the summer. Once it is completed, the Magic Hobo Bag can be transformed into a travel pillow, a shrug, a shoulder shawl, a lap blanket, and, last but not least, a small hobo bag. We hope it will become your favorite travel companion as you venture out on future journeys! Registration for the Mystery Hobo Bag Knitalong is open from April 4th -18th, so be sure to stop by TYF soon to sign up and pre-order your yarn and/or needles. A $10 participation fee and a 50% deposit on yarn, needles, and shipping (if applicable) is due at registration.
The recommended yarn is Sierra by Cascade, and it will take eight skeins total for this project. The skill/experience level for the Mystery Magic Hobo Bag is Advanced Beginner to Intermediate. Participants should have some knitting and pattern reading experience. Clues will be spaced out so that participants can expect about 1" of knitting per day (over approx. 150 sts.). The yarn order will be placed with Cascade after registration closes, with delivery expected at TYF sometime during the week of April 27th. Participants will be notified once their yarn arrives, and arrangements can be made ahead of time for yarn to be shipped to anyone who won't be able to come in to TYF to pick theirs up. On May 4th we will begin emailing Yahoo! Group invitations to everyone who has picked up their yarn. Weekly Mystery Knitalong support/social groups will be held on Tuesdays from Noon-2:00 pm and from 6:00-8:00 pm, and a Show and Tell celebration will be held at TYF once the knitalong has been completed.
Saturday, April 04, 2009
Skacel Needle Cases Just Arrived
The Addi double pointed needle pouch keeps your DP's in order! It is made of sturdy vinyl and covered with blue velvet. Space for sizes 2, 2.5, 3, 3.5, 4, 4.5, 5, 6, 7 & 8
Addi circular needle pouch holds 10-20 Addi circular needles! It is manufactured out of strong vinyl with a blue velvet covering.
Good Info from Tempe Yarn
"Culture Pass"
Starting April 1st 2009 – April 1st 2010, using what is called a “Culture Pass”, you can get a group of 4 into the following places for FREE:
AZ Museum for Youth
AZ Museum of Natural History
AZ Science Center
The Bead Museum
Cave Creek Museum
Children’s Museum of Phoenix
Desert Botanical Garden
Heard Museum
Mesa Contemporary Arts
Phoenix Art Museum
Phoenix Zoo
Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art
Taliesin West
All you need is a library card in Scottsdale, Phoenix, Chandler, Mesa, Tempe OR Glendale.
AZ Museum for Youth
AZ Museum of Natural History
AZ Science Center
The Bead Museum
Cave Creek Museum
Children’s Museum of Phoenix
Desert Botanical Garden
Heard Museum
Mesa Contemporary Arts
Phoenix Art Museum
Phoenix Zoo
Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art
Taliesin West
All you need is a library card in Scottsdale, Phoenix, Chandler, Mesa, Tempe OR Glendale.
Go to any one of these libraries and ask to check out a pass for the particular place you would like to go.
You will be given a pass for 4 that basically just expires after 7 days so you don’t have to return it or anything!!
Go anytime from April 1st 2009 – April 1st 2010 and enjoy cold museum A/C with the family for FREE!!!
Friday, April 03, 2009
What's Happening in Tempe?
Tempe Music Festival (4/3 to 4/5)
& Pat Tillman Run (4/18)
Need Yarn Remember Tempe Yarn & Fiber
Tempe Music Festival
When: 4/3/2009 4:30 PM to 4/4/2009 12:00 AM
Location: Tempe Beach Park @ 80 W. Rio Salado Prkwy, Tempe
Let there be music…the Circle K Tempe Music Festival, Arizona’s most unique musical event returns to Tempe Beach Park. The Circle K Tempe Music Festival will feature more than 40 national, regional, and local acts on multiple stages.
Pat's Run "Pat Tillman Foundation"
When: 4/18/2009 7:00 AM to 4/18/2009 12:00 PM
Location: Arizona State University
The fourth annual Pat's Run set record attendance on Saturday morning when approximately 19,000 people came out to celebrate the life of Pat Tillman. Race organizers will make final numbers available this week, but they estimate 15,000 runners/walkers, 1,200 kids, 800 volunteers and nearly 2,000 supporters and spectators came out to pay tribute to the late ASU and Cardinals football star.
Tempe Yarn & Fiber
Located at 1415 East University Drive (Between Rural & McClintock)
Open Monday thru Saturday 10am till 8pm
When: 4/3/2009 4:30 PM to 4/4/2009 12:00 AM
Location: Tempe Beach Park @ 80 W. Rio Salado Prkwy, Tempe
Let there be music…the Circle K Tempe Music Festival, Arizona’s most unique musical event returns to Tempe Beach Park. The Circle K Tempe Music Festival will feature more than 40 national, regional, and local acts on multiple stages.
Pat's Run "Pat Tillman Foundation"
When: 4/18/2009 7:00 AM to 4/18/2009 12:00 PM
Location: Arizona State University
The fourth annual Pat's Run set record attendance on Saturday morning when approximately 19,000 people came out to celebrate the life of Pat Tillman. Race organizers will make final numbers available this week, but they estimate 15,000 runners/walkers, 1,200 kids, 800 volunteers and nearly 2,000 supporters and spectators came out to pay tribute to the late ASU and Cardinals football star.
Tempe Yarn & Fiber
Located at 1415 East University Drive (Between Rural & McClintock)
Open Monday thru Saturday 10am till 8pm
Thursday, April 02, 2009
Summer Hours/Days
Learn to Knit/Learn to Crochet & More
Many yarn stores in the Valley of the Sun reduce hours in the summer.
At TYF we try to keep it simple for you to remember our hours/days.
Summer Hours: 10am till 8pm Monday thru Saturday
Winter Hours: 10am till 8pm Monday thru Saturday
Wednesday, April 01, 2009
"Choose Your Own Adventure Retreat" Registration is open!
Retreating from the real world; immersing yourself in something you feel passionate about; being with others who "get it" about that skein of yarn, project, fluff of fiber or pattern; uninterrupted time to "be" with your projects; and sharing in the energy of having that many fiber people in one space, those are just a few reasons why you will want to attend the Tempe Yarn & Fiber 2009 "Choose Your Own Adventure Retreat." Another reason is that it's fun!
Where is it going to be you ask? Well this year it's going to be at the Clarion Hotel Scottsdale at 5101 North Scottsdale Road. Hotel Scottsdale offers fresh, contemporary accommodations and outstanding hotel amenities in a trendy, "Spanish Villa" setting. Participants are NOT required to stay at the hotel to participate in the Retreat, but it sure adds to the fun.
When is the great adventure?
We’ll kick off the weekend on Friday, July 17th with a Reception from 8-10 pm so you can begin to decompress before the serious fun begins on Saturday.
Then on Saturday, July 18th the doors will open at 9:00am for your journey into the 2009 “Choose Your Own Adventure Retreat.” A very unstructured agenda is still in the planning stages but activities will continue till 10:00pm. We'll start again on Sunday morning at 9:00am and continue till 3:00pm when we'll close out the adventure.
For more details, call, stop by or email us and we'll get you signed up while there are spaces still left.
2008 Retreat photos
Where is it going to be you ask? Well this year it's going to be at the Clarion Hotel Scottsdale at 5101 North Scottsdale Road. Hotel Scottsdale offers fresh, contemporary accommodations and outstanding hotel amenities in a trendy, "Spanish Villa" setting. Participants are NOT required to stay at the hotel to participate in the Retreat, but it sure adds to the fun.
When is the great adventure?
We’ll kick off the weekend on Friday, July 17th with a Reception from 8-10 pm so you can begin to decompress before the serious fun begins on Saturday.
Then on Saturday, July 18th the doors will open at 9:00am for your journey into the 2009 “Choose Your Own Adventure Retreat.” A very unstructured agenda is still in the planning stages but activities will continue till 10:00pm. We'll start again on Sunday morning at 9:00am and continue till 3:00pm when we'll close out the adventure.
For more details, call, stop by or email us and we'll get you signed up while there are spaces still left.
2008 Retreat photos
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