Wednesday, October 27, 2010

patterns and such!

Just a couple of quick Wild & Wooly announcements and a gift for you!
 
Final Weekend of our Clearance Sale - 50% off everything under the tent!
 
There are still a few spots left in the following classes:
    Needle Felt Santa/Gnome - November 6th 12-4pm
    Wet Felt Table Runner/Placemats November 11th 10a-2pm   
   Cobweb Felt Scarf - November 13th 10a-4pm
    Wet Felt Christmas Stocking - December 4th 12-4pm
See website for details www.sheep2shawl.net
 
I have also included below a free pattern for a quick & easy knit vest.  This pattern has been tested by Melissa in my Bend Meet-up knitting group and revised to the best of my ability.  Thanks Melissa!  The yarn for this project is available at the shop or through the website.  Special orders for colors not in stock gladly accepted.
 
 
 
 
Burly Spun Vest – short & (long)
Short - 2 skeins Brown Sheep Burly Spun 132yds/skein
(Long) - 3 skeins Brown Sheep Burly Spun 132yds/skein
Needle size 13 Gauge: 2 sts/3 rows =1in

Cast on 72
Slipping the first stitch of each row, work K 1 P 1 ribbing for 5 rows
Continuing to slip the first stitch of each row, work in Stockinette Stitch until piece
measures 9” (20” ) from cast on, ending with P row.
Slip 1st stitch and K across 18 - place 34 back stitches on one holder and 19 left front
stitches on another holder.
Shape Armhole:
Right side
Turn, bind off 2 stitches and p to end.
Slip 1st stitch and K remaining 16 stitches
Bind off 1 stitch and p to end
Slip 1st stitch and K remaining 15 stitches
Slip 1st stitch and p to end
Repeat last 2 rows until piece measures 15” (26” ) from cast on
Shape Neck:
Bind off 6 stitches and k to end
P 1 row
Bind off 1 stitch and k to end
Repeat last 2 rows once – 8 stitches remaining
Work even in stockinette stitch, slipping the first stitch of each row, until piece measures
20” (31” ) from cast on, ending with a p row, and place on holder for 3 needle bind off for
shoulder seam – break yarn and attach to stitch just below beginning of right side
armhole to work back.
Back
Continuing to work in stockinette stitch-
Take back 34 stitches off holder and bind off 2 stitches at the beginning of next 2 rows.
Then bind off 1 stitch at the beginning of next 2 rows.
Work even in Stockinette Stitch, slipping the first stitch of each row, until back measures
19” (30” ) from cast on ending with p row
K 8 stitches and break yarn about 18” out, place next 12 stitches on holder, attach yarn
and k last 8 stitches.
Turn and p across both sets of 8 stitches and place on holders for 3 needle bind off. Break
yarn about 12” out and attach to stitch just below beginning of left back armhole to work
left side.
Left side
Bind off 2 stitches and k to end
Slip 1st stitch and P remaining 16 stitches
Bind off 1 stitch and k to end
Slip 1st stitch and p remaining 15 stitches
Slip 1st stitch and k to end
Repeat last 2 rows until piece measures 15” (26” ) from cast on
Shape Neck:
Bind off 6 stitches and p to end

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22390 McArdle Rd
Bend OR 97702
www.sheep2shawl.net

K 1 row
Bind off 1 stitch and p to end
Repeat last 2 rows once – 8 stitches remaining
Work even in stockinette stitch, slipping the first stitch of each row, until piece measures
20” (31” ) from cast on, ending with a k row, and place on holder for 3 needle bind off for
shoulder seam
3 needle bind off
Holding right sides of front and back shoulder together, remove from holder and put on
needles with ends pointing the same direction. Cast off by putting extra needle through
front then back stitch and k together onto right needle. K the next front and back stitches
together the same way, then lift first stitch over 2nd stitch and off right needle. Continue
to end, run yarn through last stitch and pull to fasten-off
With right side facing and starting at right front edge, pick up and k 15 stitches across
right front, 12stitches from holder on back, and 15 stitches across left front. Work k 1, p
1 ribbing, slipping the 1st stitch of each row, for 8 rows.
Bind off loosely.
Pick up stitches evenly down right front edge and work k 1, p 1 ribbing, slipping the 1st
stitch of each row, for 3 rows. Button holes: Continue in ribbing and cast off a knit
stitch wherever a button hole is desired. Next row, cast on a stitch where each cast off
stitch was. Continue in ribbing for 3 rows. Bind off loosely.
Pick up stitches evenly down left front edge and work k 1, p 1 ribbing, slipping the 1st
stitch of each row, for 8 rows. Bind off loosely in ribbing.
Weave in ends and block to fit.

Copyright PM Moss, LLC 10/2008 www.sheep2shawl.net/541-280-6609
 
Hope to see ewe's soon!
 
Pam Moss
Baabaara's Wild & Wooly, Inc
22390 McArdle Rd
Bend OR  97702
541-280-6609

Wednesday, October 13, 2010

SALE EXTENDED!


Sale Extended! - I still can't  fit it all indoors for the winter! 
          50% offeverything under the tent until October 30th or it's gone!


Did you know our website now has a shopping cart? 

Workshop schedule updated!

Needle Felt Cat – Saturday October 16th – 12-4pm
          $65 all materials included
Fiber artist Kelly Riley will share with us her techniques for creating 3 dimensional sculptures.  No experience needed and all materials provided, invite a friend to share a day of learning and create memories as well as art.  For more information on Kelly and her creations see her website at coyoterim.com.

Nuno Felt and Dye Scarf – Saturday October 23rd (felting) 12-4pm
-         Saturday October 30th(dying) 12-2pm
$60 + Materials ($15 or less depending on fiber chosen)         
Once again, Liz McDannold will entertain us with her own special techniques for felting.  Nuno felting is done by integrating fiber into a silk background or core.  This 2-part class will be finished with a dye day where different techniques for “painting” your finished scarf will be explored.  You will now be equipped to create treasures for the special people on your gift list.

Reversible Felt Beret - Thursday November 4th 12-4pm
          $35 + Materials ($10 or less)
This no knit beret will keep your head warm, cozy, & stylish.  Create one side for your sensibilities and the other for a walk on the wild side.

Needle Felt Gnome/Santa – Saturday November 6th – 12-4pm
          $65 all materials included
Learn to sculpt with Kelly Riley as she guides us into yet another set of skills and techniques to design these fabulous keepsakes.  Needle felting, although forgiving and limitless, can be tricky when specific shapes and effects are desired.  Take advantage of Kelly’s experience to learn the tricks for achieving the results your want.  See her website for pictures of needle felt gnomes and information about Kelly at coyoterim.com.

Wet Felt Table Runner/Placemats – Thursday November 11th – 10am-2pm
          $45 all materials included
This is a basic wet felt class to learn the nitty-gritty of wet felting.  Using batts to create durable felt table runners or placemats, prepare to get a little wet and have some good clean fun.

Felt Scarf – Saturday November 13th – 10am-4pm
          $45 + materials ($10 or less depending on fiber chosen)
Connie Rawson will share the secrets of creating these light weight strips of warmth and beauty.  As a master of surface design, Connie has tips on what works and what doesn’t.  Learn from experience to incorporate different forms of fiber from locks to top into finished works of art.  Perfect for last minute gifts that will warm and amaze your friends and family.

Christmas Stocking – Saturday December 4th – 12-4pm
          $35 + materials ($10 or less)
Mark your calendars!  Liz McDannold will be teaching this wet felt class.

Spinning Lessons free with purchase of fiber

Hope to see ewe’s soon!

Pam Moss
Baabaara’s Wild & Wooly, Inc
22390 McArdle Rd
Bend OR  97702  
541-280-6609

Thursday, September 30, 2010

Just A Reminder!

Progressive Clearance Sale October 2nd – I need to fit it all indoors for the winter!  This sale includes everything under the tent and overrides all other sales.  Yarn, books, needles, roving, etc. 
          10am-12noon – 25% off
          12noon-2pm – 50% off
          2pm-4pm – 75% off everything that’s left

Also Announcing the retirement of Marshmellow and Pequita.  These 2 lovely ladies are looking for green pastures (without rams) to live out their retirement.  Marshmellow is about 7years old and Pequita 5 years old.  Both are Romeldale X Targhee and very people friendly.  Just drop me a line if interested.

Pam Moss
Baabaara's Wild & Wooly, Inc
22390 McArdle Rd
Bend OR  97702

Monday, September 20, 2010

Event Schedule!

Progressive Clearance Sale October 2nd – I need to fit it all indoors for the winter!  This sale includes everything under the tent and overrides all other sales.
          10am-12noon – 25% off
          12noon-2pm – 50% off
          2pm-4pm – 75% off everything that’s left

Fall 2010 Class and Workshop Schedule- Call or e-mail to register

“Hand crafted gifts contain the special ingredient of love.”

Dye Along – Thursday September 23rd – 10am-2pm
          Free with purchase or $5 per pound of fiber dyed
Bring your own dyes and equipment, or use mine for a day of inspiration and friendship while we play together creating new colorways or just learning the basics. Yarn or roving should be presoaked for best results.

Table topper – Saturday October 9th – 10am-2pm
          $30 + Materials ($10 or less depending on fiber chosen)
Protect and decorate with wool table toppers.  Join fiber artist Connie Rawson while she shares her technique for laying out these works of art.  Connie’s technique will be used to incorporate roving, batts, and/or locks into finished felt fabric and translates to many different shapes and sizes from scarves to draperies.  Examples may be viewed at the shop.

Needle Felt Cat – Saturday October 16th – 12-4pm
          $65 all materials included
Fiber artist Kelly Riley will share with us her techniques for creating 3 dimensional sculptures.  No experience needed and all materials provided, invite a friend to share a day of learning and create memories as well as art.  For more information on Kelly and her creations see her website at coyoterim.com.

Nuno Felt and Dye Scarf – Saturday October 23rd (felting) 12-4pm
-         Saturday October 30th(dying) 12-2pm
$60 + Materials ($15 or less depending on fiber chosen)         
Once again, Liz McDannold will entertain us with her own special techniques for felting.  Nuno felting is done by integrating fiber into a silk background or core.  This 2-part class will be finished with a dye day where different techniques for “painting” your finished scarf will be explored.  You will now be equipped to create treasures for the special people on your gift list.

Needle Felt Gnome/Santa – Saturday November 6th – 12-4pm
          $65 all materials included
Learn to sculpt with Kelly Riley as she guides us into yet another set of skills and techniques to design these fabulous keepsakes.  Needle felting, although forgiving and limitless, can be tricky when specific shapes and effects are desired.  Take advantage of Kelly’s experience to learn the tricks for achieving the results your want.  See her website for pictures of needle felt gnomes and information about Kelly at coyoterim.com.

Wet Felt Table Runner/Placemats – Thursday November 11th – 10am-2pm
          $45 all materials included
This is a basic wet felt class to learn the nitty-gritty of wet felting.  Using batts to create durable felt table runners or placemats, prepare to get a little wet and have some good clean fun.

Felt Scarf – Saturday November 13th – 10am-4pm
          $45 + materials ($10 or less depending on fiber chosen)
Connie Rawson will share the secrets of creating these light weight strips of warmth and beauty.  As a master of surface design, Connie has tips on what works and what doesn’t.  Learn from experience to incorporate different forms of fiber from locks to top into finished works of art.  Perfect for last minute gifts that will warm and amaze your friends and family.

Christmas Stocking – Saturday December 4th – Details TBA
Mark your calendars!  Liz McDannold will be teaching this wet felt class.

Spinning Lessons free with purchase of fiber

Hope to see ewe’s soon!

Pam Moss
Baabaara’s Wild & Wooly, Inc
22390 McArdle Rd
Bend OR  97702  
541-280-6609

Thursday, September 9, 2010

We're Back...!

Just a quick note to let you all know we're back and open for business.
 
Drop in shop hours                        Friday-Saturday    10am-4pm
Call ahead shopping                        Anytime 541-280-6609
Fiber Art Hang-out (with snacks)    Saturdays 12-2pm    no charge
 
Classes - at a glance - details to follow
September 23rd - Dye along - 10am-2pm
October 14th - Felt pumpkin decorating - 12-2pm
November 6th - Needle Felt Gnome/Santa w/Kelly Riley
November 11th - Wet Felt Table Runner/placemats
    Watch for additions
Beginning Spinning - By appointment - Free with purchase of fiber
 
Hope you can make it out for a visit soon and hear about our grand adventure.
 
See ewe's soon!
 
Pam Moss
Baabaara's Wild & Wooly, Inc
22390 McArdle Rd
Bend OR  97702
541-280-6609
 
PS. Please let me know if you would like to be removed from my list. 

Friday, July 30, 2010

We have new fiber & the website is open for business!

Thanks to lots of hard work by Echo, it is now possible to shop online through our website. Not all products are listed, so feel free to contact us if you don't see something.
Announcing new luxury fibers:
Merino60/Cashmere20/Silk20 $6.25/oz
Merino60/Yak20/silk20 $3.75/oz
Cashgora50/tussah50 $5.50/oz
Mongolian Oatmeal Cashmere $7.75/oz
No classes will be scheduled until I get back from my cross country trip, but I plan to schedule lots this fall. Let me know what you would like to learn.
I will be here with goodies for the next 2 Saturday spin-ins. August 12th-September 7th call ahead and Friday hours will be suspended, but Monte will be here at the shop on Saturdays from 10am-4pm.
Thank ewe's for your business!
Pam Moss
Baabaara's Wild & Wooly, Inc
22390 McArdle Rd
Bend OR 97702
541-280-6609

Sunday, July 18, 2010

Dye Date Moved Back!

Due to scheduling issues, the fiber dyeing weekend has been moved back 1 weekend, and will take place on the weekend of the 24th of July.

Thanks!