Monday, April 30, 2012

May Yarn Of The Month - Sprout & Seedling

May's Yarn of the Month.. or should I say Yarns of the Month... are Classic Elite Yarn's Sprout & Seedling!  Sprout & Seedling are 100% Organic Cotton. Sprout is a chunky weight knit on size US-10 needles which makes it a quick knit yarn.  Seedling is spout's little sister and is worsted weight.  We currently have 18 colors of Sprout, 13 colors of Seedling, and 4 colors of Seedling Hand Paint.

Sprout & Seedling are 15% off through May 31st!


Pattern: Beacon made in Seedling from the book CEY  Lighthouse #9177.

Wednesday, April 25, 2012

More Discontinued Colors Added!

We've sorted through our bulky yarns and completed our shop reorganization!  That means we've found a few more colors that have been discontinued.  We've added some really nice bulky yarns this week.

They are 25% off and if you mention that you saw it online you'll get an additional 10% off!

Come get'em before they're gone!!

Friday, April 20, 2012

Even More Discontinued Colors!

We've added even more yarns to our discontinued colors shelf! They are 25% off but if you mention that you saw this on the blog and we'll give you another 10% off.  There are some really great yarns that are leaving us!  Beautiful felting wools, Sublime Aran, DK & Baby 4 Ply, Silk, Cashmere, Mohair, Alpaca and more!  They're all beautiful but the colors are discontinued so this is your last chance to get these!

Wednesday, April 18, 2012

One Month Until May Yarn Camp!!

We're counting down the weeks until our next Yarn Camp!!  We hope you'll join us for some yarn filled fun!  We have some spots left but you'll need to get your name on the list quick.  Come for the full weekend or come just for an afternoon.  We have pricing options for day campers as well.  Read our blog post about how to register - here.


Yarn Camp will be held on May 18-20 at the Southwest Virginia 4-H Center.  This is a knitting/crocheting/spinning (or whatever you want to do with yarn) retreat for folks looking to meet like-minded people and to work on projects without the stress and worry of day to day life. Forget about all that until you have to return to reality on Monday.  If you're so inclined, please bring snacks to share and your own coffee mug (or wine glass).  You may want to bring a travel chair and your own pillow.  Towels and linens are provided for the overnight guests.

Please feel free to give us a call if you have any questions about camp: 276-628-2143

Friday, April 13, 2012

It's Not Too Late to Join In the KAL Fun!!

It isn't too late to join us for the Classic Elite Yarns Spring Knit Along!  We had quite a crowd here last night for the KAL kickoff and we'll be meeting again in two weeks on April 26th.

Check out this quick knit project from the book Locomotive called Double Decker made in two balls of Soft Linen.


All you need to join in the fun is one pattern from any of the new Spring 2012 collection that uses at least 2 balls of CEY yarn.  One lucky knitter will be eligible for a FANTASTIC prize basket from Classic Elite Yarns!!

Thursday, April 12, 2012

Kenzie Tee from Knitscene Summer 2012

Check out the Kenzie Tee in Knitscene Summer 2012. It is made using O-Wool Balance (50% organic cotton/50% organic wool) which is our yarn of the month!! You could make this fantastic summer tee for 15% off the yarn!


Stop in today to pick up a copy of Knitscene and some beautiful O-Wool Balance!

The KAL Starts Today! - Starboard in Seedling from Classic Elite Yarns

Here's another beautiful pattern that is an option for the Spring Classic Elite Yarns Knit Along that begins TODAY!!  This is Starboard from the book Harbor and is made in Seedling Hand-paint (100% Organic Cotton). This project only takes 2 hanks of yarn.  We have this made up here at the shop; stop by and see it!



Drop by today to see more options for patterns and yarns available for the Knit Along.  All you need to join in the fun is one pattern from any of the new Spring 2012 collection that uses at least 2 balls of CEY yarn.  One lucky knitter will be eligible for a FANTASTIC prize basket from Classic Elite Yarns!!

Wednesday, April 11, 2012

More Discontinued Colors on Sale

We're Spring Cleaning & moving some yarn around which means we're finding discontinued colors.  We're offering these up to you at a discount as we find them.

This week, we have various DK weight yarns in discontinued colors at 25% off.

Mention to us that you saw it advertised online and we'll give you an additional 10% off!!  That's one heck of a deal! 

There's some really good stuff in the discontinued color stash so come by and check it out!

Also, please be patient with us as we're rearranging our store so things will be a little out of sorts for a bit.

Riptide in Sprout from Classic Elite Yarns

Here's another beautiful pattern that is an option for the Spring Classic Elite Yarns Knit Along that begins tomorrow April 12th.  This is Riptide from the book Surf and is made in Sprout (100% Organic Cotton). Sprout is a chunky yarn and would make this little shrug a super fast knit!






Drop by today to see more options for patterns and yarns available for the Knit Along.  All you need to join in the fun is one pattern from any of the new Spring 2012 collection that uses at least 2 balls of CEY yarn.  One lucky knitter will be eligible for a FANTASTIC prize basket from Classic Elite Yarns!!

Tuesday, April 10, 2012

Redbud in Firefly from Classic Elite Yarns

Here's another beautiful pattern that is an option for the Spring Classic Elite Yarns Knit Along that begins on April 12th.  This is Redbud from the book Peabody Path and is made in Firefly (25% Linen/75% Viscose).  We have 17 colors of Firefly in stock.





Drop by today to see more options for patterns and yarns available for the Knit Along.  All you need to join in the fun is one pattern from any of the new Spring 2012 collection that uses at least 2 balls of CEY yarn.  One lucky knitter will be eligible for a FANTASTIC prize basket from Classic Elite Yarns!!

Drop Spin 101

We're all about yarn here, even making it!  We are offering a class in Drop Spinning Basics on April 28th from 1:00-3:00 pm.  You'll need a drop spindle for this class. We have a variety here made in Northeast Tennessee.  You'll receive a sample bit of wool to get you started.  The class is $15.00 plus materials.


Turmeric Dyed BFL wool/Soy Silk

Monday, April 9, 2012

Mosquito in Classic Silk from Classic Elite Yarns

Here's another beautiful pattern that is an option for the Spring Classic Elite Yarns Knit Along that begins on April 12th.  This is Mosquito from the book Riverside and is made in Classic Silk (50% Cotton/30% Silk/20% Nylon).  This bag can be made in three sizes.




Drop by today to see more options for patterns and yarns available for the Knit Along.  All you need to join in the fun is one pattern from any of the new Spring 2012 collection that uses at least 2 balls of CEY yarn.  One lucky knitter will be eligible for a FANTASTIC prize basket from Classic Elite Yarns!!

Sunday, April 8, 2012

Multi-directional Knitting

Join us on April 28th from 10:00am-12:00pm for a class on Multi-directional Knitting.  Multi-directional Knitting is a technique that lends itself well to multi-color yarns especially yarns dyed with a long print.  Stop by the shop to see the samples we have made up in this style.  The class is $15.00 plus materials.


Saturday, April 7, 2012

Joggle in Allegoro from Classic Elite Yarns (Crochet)

The Classic Elite Knit Along is not limited to just Knitters.  Here's a beautiful crochet pattern that is an option for the Spring Classic Elite Yarns Knit Along that begins on April 12th.  This is Joggle from the book Abbey and is made in Allegoro (70% Organic Cotton/30% Linen).  This is made using 2 balls of Allegoro.



Drop by today to see more options for patterns and yarns available for the Knit Along.  All you need to join in the fun is one pattern from any of the new Spring 2012 collection that uses at least 2 balls of CEY yarn.  One lucky knitter will be eligible for a FANTASTIC prize basket from Classic Elite Yarns!!

Friday, April 6, 2012

Parfait in Katydid from Classic Elite Yarns

Here's another beautiful pattern that is an option for the Spring Classic Elite Yarns Knit Along that begins on April 12th.  This is Parfait from the book Double Scoop and is made in Katydid (100% Organic Cotton Ribbon).  This is Delita's choice for the knit along.  We have eleven colors of Katydid in stock. 


Drop by today to see more options for patterns and yarns available for the Knit Along.  All you need to join in the fun is one pattern from any of the new Spring 2012 collection that uses at least 2 balls of CEY yarn.  One lucky knitter will be eligible for a FANTASTIC prize basket from Classic Elite Yarns!!

Blankiemania Knit Along

Last year, we had several class sessions on how to get started making your own Mitered Square Sock Yarn Blanket.  We're continuing our Blankiemania this spring by having a once monthly meet-up of our blanket makers.  Come join us even if you're just getting started!  Our next meeting is April 18th from 3:00-5:00.

Want to get started on your own blanket?  Click here to see the recommended pattern.


Sock Blanket

Thursday, April 5, 2012

Harbor Beach Shaw in Silky Alpaca Lace from Classic Elite Yarns

Here's another beautiful pattern that is an option for the Spring Classic Elite Yarns Knit Along that begins on April 12th.  This is Harbor Beach from the book Summer Breeze and is made in Silky Alpaca Lace (70% alpaca/30% silk).  This stunning elegant shawl only takes two balls to make.



Drop by today to see more options for patterns and yarns available for the Knit Along.  All you need to join in the fun is one pattern from any of the new Spring 2012 collection that uses at least 2 balls of CEY yarn.  One lucky knitter will be eligible for a FANTASTIC prize basket from Classic Elite Yarns!!

April Yarn Of The Month

April's Yarn of the Month is O-Wool Balance & Balance Bulky.  These yarns are a 50/50 USDA certified organic wool and organic cotton blend that is dyed using natural dyes.  Click here to read more about how O-Wool is made and more about the organic wool and cotton they use.  We currently have eleven colors of O-Wool Balance and ten colors of O-Wool Balance Bulky.

O-Wool Balance & Balance Bulky is 15% off through April 30th!

The patterns available for O-Wool are just beautiful!

This shawl, Aethercopter, has been a very popular pattern since its arrival last year.


This crochet jacket, Herringbone Crochet Jacket, has also been a very popular pattern.  Stop by the shop to see the shop sample of this sweater in person.


This fingerless mitts pattern, Zeppelin, is a one skein project made in the Balance Bulky.

These patterns, and more, are available through our Ravelry In-Store Purchase Program.  (Please see our previous blog post to read more about the Ravelry In-Store Purchase Progam.)

Wednesday, April 4, 2012

Ravelry Patterns Available at A Likely Yarn

We've recently started selling Ravelry patterns through their in-store purchase program.  Not all patterns are available for in-store purchase but at the moment there are over 19,000 patterns available and that number is growing every day.

What are the benefits of purchasing your Ravelry patterns here at A Likely Yarn as opposed to buying them online?

  • We will mark your Frequent Shopper Card for your purchase which gets you closer to your FREE $20 store credit when your card is full.
  • We will print your pattern here for you.
  • You will get a digital copy of the pattern that is stored in your Ravelry library just like when you purchase them at home.
  • You will be supporting local small business and independent designers at the same time!

Don't have a Ravelry account? Don't worry!  We're still able to provide you with patterns available on Ravelry through the in-store purchase program.

Guru in Cricket from Classic Elite Yarns

Here's another beautiful pattern that is an option for the Spring Classic Elite Yarns Knit Along that begins on April 12th.  This is Guru from the book Woodstock and is made in Cricket (60% cotton/40% linen).  We have eleven colors of cricket in stock.  The pattern can be made in two colors or just one.  Isn't this just the perfect little cool summer evening wrap!

Drop by today to see more options for patterns and yarns available for the Knit Along.  All you need to join in the fun is one pattern from any of the new Spring 2012 collection that uses at least 2 balls of CEY yarn.  One lucky knitter will be eligible for a FANTASTIC prize basket from Classic Elite Yarns!!

Tuesday, April 3, 2012

Spring Cleaning and Discounted Discontinued Colors

We're Spring Cleaning & moving some yarn around which means we're finding discontinued colors.  We're offering these up to you at a discount as we find them.

This week, we have various Lace, Sock & Sport weight yarns in discontinued colors at 25% off.

Mention to us that you saw it advertised online and we'll give you an additional 10% off!!  That's one heck of a deal! 

There's some really good stuff in the discontinued color stash so come by and check it out!

Also, please be patient with us as we're rearranging our store so things will be a little out of sorts for a bit.

Classic Elite Spring Knit Along

The Spring Classic Elite Yarns Knit-Along begins on April 12th. We have a treasure trove of patterns to choose from.  Check out this one from the book Lighthouse: Jetty which is made in Seedling (100% organic cotton).  We have 16 colors of Seedling including 4 colors of Seedling Hand Paint.




Drop by today to see the options for patterns and yarns available for the Knit Along.  All you need to join in the fun is one pattern from any of the new Spring 2012 collection that uses at least 2 balls of CEY yarn.  One lucky knitter will be eligible for a FANTASTIC prize basket from Classic Elite Yarns!!