Nine Rubies Knitting

Annie “The Knitting Heretic” Modesitt is Preaching at Nine Rubies Knitting!

August 2nd, 2007

We are delighted to announce that noted author and designer Annie Modesitt will be coming to Nine Rubies Knitting for two days of workshops and a book signing. Annie is well known in knitting circles for her original designs. Her Twisted Float Cocoon Shrug just was featured in Top 10 hits in Vogue Knitting in their Fall 2007 25-year Anniversary Issue. And her corset is a popular Artyarns pattern.

Annie may be even better known as “the knitting heretic” because she approaches knitting and purling in an unconventional way. The result is that the stitches are much more even and smooth looking. If you have faced the challenge of uneven gauge (commonly called “rowing out”), then Annie’s Combination Knitting workshop may be just the thing for you. Techniques learned will include casting on, knitting, purling, and binding off. Stitch patterns learned will include stockinette stitch, garter stitch and ribbing stitch. One of our customers has said that Annie’s way of knitting has changed her life. We’ll sure that you will agree!

The other workshop that Annie is teaching addresses the wonderful world of lace knitting. Annie will demystify the basic techniques, and you’ll learn the very valuable skill of learning to read lace charts. You will knit a few simple lace panels, and move onto a more challening lace pattern for those who feel ready for a challenge. This class could change you entire knitting outlook!

Several of Annie’s books, including the soon-to-be-released Romantic Hand Knits, will be available for purchase in the coming weeks. We hope that you will join us for the book signing even if you can’t attend the workshops.

Wednesday, September 26th
5:00 - 6:00 pm: Book Signing, FREE with purchase of book
6:00 - 9:00 pm: Love Your Lace! $60 plus materials

Thursdays, September 27th
9:00 -12:00 pm: Combination Knitting $60 plus materials
Call the store at 650-685-6205 to reserve your space in these workshops.

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