January 2016
Suzanne Sorom, Guild Member, will be presenting "Textiles & Travels." Suzanne's program will talk about the characteristics of common fibers as well as information about newer fibers; she will share various cloth items from her travel collections. This program will be a wonderful trip around the world. Hope you can join us.
Suzanne Sorom, Guild Member, will be presenting "Textiles & Travels." Suzanne's program will talk about the characteristics of common fibers as well as information about newer fibers; she will share various cloth items from her travel collections. This program will be a wonderful trip around the world. Hope you can join us.
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August 4, 2015 We will be discussing amending the guild by-laws. Please bring your knitting projects, show and tell and great ideas. July 7, 2015 Location Applesox Stadium Paul Thomas Field 1300 5th Street Wenatchee, WA 98801 The July meeting will once again be our annual Stitch and Pitch event at the Applesox baseball game. Join fellow knitters for a fun night of peanuts, cracker jacks, baseball and of course....knitting. Please pre-purchase $6.00 tickets. Contact Victoria Bosche for tickets 206-390-0033. |
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June 2, 2015
We will be making cat nip balls and blankets to donate to the Humane Society. Patterns and information will be emails to members. |
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May 5, 2015
Knitted good swap. Yarns, notions, magazines and books were brought by members to pass along and numbers were drawn to take turns to choose new goodies to take home. April 7, 2015
Craftsy video lesson on grafting knitted pieces together and practical applications of the process. This is a FREE lesson on the Craftsy Website. |
March 3, 2015
Continue ‘meet and greet’ of more guild members, and then a demonstration of 2 to 3 different seaming techniques.
We will break into smaller groups for this exercise. Please bring four small swatches with unfinished edges to practice on.
Continue ‘meet and greet’ of more guild members, and then a demonstration of 2 to 3 different seaming techniques.
We will break into smaller groups for this exercise. Please bring four small swatches with unfinished edges to practice on.
February 3, 2015
Using our new projector, Victoria presented Craftsy video lesson on Japanese short rows.
Members used their prepared swatches to follow the video instruction.
This method uses a stitch marker instead of wrapping a stitch, and is especially good for light weight yarns.
Using our new projector, Victoria presented Craftsy video lesson on Japanese short rows.
Members used their prepared swatches to follow the video instruction.
This method uses a stitch marker instead of wrapping a stitch, and is especially good for light weight yarns.
January 6, 2015
Program: Beginning with newest members, attendees were asked to reveal some information about themselves. Everyone enjoyed getting to know a bit about our membership.
Topic list used: 1. How long have you lived in Wenatchee, and what brought you here? Other interests?
2. How long have you been knitting, what inspired you to start, who taught you?
3. What are some of your knitting goals?
4. Describe some of your best and worst projects.
5. Do you have some favorite tips/patterns/knitting resources to share?
Members worked on felted name tags during the meeting.
Program: Beginning with newest members, attendees were asked to reveal some information about themselves. Everyone enjoyed getting to know a bit about our membership.
Topic list used: 1. How long have you lived in Wenatchee, and what brought you here? Other interests?
2. How long have you been knitting, what inspired you to start, who taught you?
3. What are some of your knitting goals?
4. Describe some of your best and worst projects.
5. Do you have some favorite tips/patterns/knitting resources to share?
Members worked on felted name tags during the meeting.
December 2, 2014
Our Annual “pot luck” affair will commence at 6:00 followed by a fashion show of members’ favorite “sportswear garb and accessories.
Alicia and a future knitter "her daughter"!
Our Annual “pot luck” affair will commence at 6:00 followed by a fashion show of members’ favorite “sportswear garb and accessories.
Alicia and a future knitter "her daughter"!
November 4, 2014
The monthly program will be “Finishing Techniques” presented by Mary Ann Corning.
Bring you unfinished products that are waiting to seamed up. Our expert Mary Ann will be glad to get you on your way to having a beautiful completed project.
October 7, 2014
Hydee Shrader presented our Facebook Group website, which is a closed group open only to paid members of the NCW Knitters Guild.
President Bosche presented Craftsy’s free video mini lesson: Know Your Wool —Swatching (Getting to Know Your Wool)
Hydee Shrader presented our Facebook Group website, which is a closed group open only to paid members of the NCW Knitters Guild.
President Bosche presented Craftsy’s free video mini lesson: Know Your Wool —Swatching (Getting to Know Your Wool)
September 2, 2014
Tonight we will gathering the "cream of the crop" in knitted items from our guild members. They will be taken to the Chelan County Fair this weekend.
Their should be some great "show and tell" and an evening full of inspiration. Come, join us!
Tonight we will gathering the "cream of the crop" in knitted items from our guild members. They will be taken to the Chelan County Fair this weekend.
Their should be some great "show and tell" and an evening full of inspiration. Come, join us!
August 5, 2014
Shh......It's a Surprise Baby Shower!
Come help us celebrate the birth of our two time board member Alicia's newborn baby girl.
Gifts are welcome but not mandatory.
Shh......It's a Surprise Baby Shower!
Come help us celebrate the birth of our two time board member Alicia's newborn baby girl.
Gifts are welcome but not mandatory.
July 8, 2014
Game starts at 7:05
Applesox vs Everett Merchants
Join fellow knitters for a fun night of peanuts, cracker jacks, baseball and of course....knitting.
Please pre-purchase $6.00 tickets at Fiber Trends (click Local Shops tab for more information)
Game starts at 7:05
Applesox vs Everett Merchants
Join fellow knitters for a fun night of peanuts, cracker jacks, baseball and of course....knitting.
Please pre-purchase $6.00 tickets at Fiber Trends (click Local Shops tab for more information)
June 3, 2014
Domino Technique
Sue Enright is back to show how the knitting mitered squares can result in beautiful blankets, sweaters, vests and more.
Domino Technique
Sue Enright is back to show how the knitting mitered squares can result in beautiful blankets, sweaters, vests and more.
May 6, 2014
Spring Style Show - With the trees and flowers in full bloom, it's time to see some delightful wears of our fellow knitters! Please join together on Tuesday, May 6th at 6 pm at the
Eagles Lodge, 1208 North Wenatchee Avenue, to watch the "SPRING STYLE SHOW" of the NCW Knitters Guild.
Sign-ups are still accepted. Please let Kathy Jo Evans know if you would like to model (on self or hanger!!!) your creation! Walk-ins will also be accepted!
See you Tuesday night.
Update: Slideshow below of some the evening's highlights.
Spring Style Show - With the trees and flowers in full bloom, it's time to see some delightful wears of our fellow knitters! Please join together on Tuesday, May 6th at 6 pm at the
Eagles Lodge, 1208 North Wenatchee Avenue, to watch the "SPRING STYLE SHOW" of the NCW Knitters Guild.
Sign-ups are still accepted. Please let Kathy Jo Evans know if you would like to model (on self or hanger!!!) your creation! Walk-ins will also be accepted!
See you Tuesday night.
Update: Slideshow below of some the evening's highlights.
April 1, 2014
Program: Tonight’s program was about different fibers, from animals and plants. Sue Enright shared her knowledge and love of fibers, bringing many samples for us to touch and learn about. We knitters are a tactile bunch! There are over 200 breeds of sheep, and their textures range from fine—think merino, soft, comfortable next to your skin, then medium—a bit beefier and will wear longer, good for cardigans and overshirts with a layer underneath, and lastly the warmest, most substantial group that includes Icelandic and Lopi for those long lasting cold weather staples, usually worn as an outer layer. She recommended Clara Parkes’ book “The Knitter’s Guide to Wool” for more in-depth information. Sue is also a member of the Alpine Meadows Weavers & Spinners, and invited interested knitters to check out that group.
Our thanks to Sue for always being a delightful and knowledgeable speaker!
Our thanks to Sue for always being a delightful and knowledgeable speaker!
March 4, 2014
Tonight’s program, knitting purple newborn hats for CASA, was introduced at the beginning of the meeting by Kathy Jo, and encouraged members to work on these hats during the meeting.
The purple hats will be donated to CASA for use during Child Abuse Prevention Day. Mary Ann donated the purple yarn.
The purple hats will be donated to CASA for use during Child Abuse Prevention Day. Mary Ann donated the purple yarn.
February 4, 2014
February 4, 2014
Sue Baker, director of CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates), will speak about the role and mission of the organization, and let us know how, as knitters, we can be involved.
Update: The guild knitted oodles of purple newborn hats for CASA.
Sue Baker, director of CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates), will speak about the role and mission of the organization, and let us know how, as knitters, we can be involved.
Update: The guild knitted oodles of purple newborn hats for CASA.
January 7, 2014
Maureen Johnson and Tamara Wells, occupational/physical therapists from Confluence Health, will share information on how to avoid strain in hands and shoulders while knitting.
Maureen Johnson and Tamara Wells, occupational/physical therapists from Confluence Health, will share information on how to avoid strain in hands and shoulders while knitting.
December 3, 2013
Potluck - what should I bring? Bring a dish that begins with the same letter that your last name begins with. So - if you are Jane Smith you might bring spaghetti, Sarah Brown might bring brownies, and Barb Martin might bring meatballs! As knitters, we are creative and know that we'll have a wonderful potluck! Guild will provide the beverages - please come for the fun.
This year we're adding spice to our annual Christmas Potluck meeting. Bring your favorite dish and wear that dated or let's face it, ugly Christmas Sweater!
A prize will be awarded for "best" ugliest sweater, so start searching through your closet and dapper up for an evening of food and fun.
November 5, 2013
Yarn Swap and Christmas Projects
You know, that yarn you just had to have....one skein, maybe two or more than likely ten. Now years later you wonder what the heck you were thinking and now it's just taking up valuable space for more (lets face it) yarn.
Or maybe that project you started with such gusto that now has been sent to land of far far away in the corner of your closet, never to be touched again.
Fear not, bring those skeins and UFO's to this meeting. We will have a free for all and trade with each other. Be rest assured that little orphaned item will likely go home to a fellow knitter who will love it and most likely finish it!
Caution: be prepared to fall in love and adopt a new wonderful already started project to go home with.
You know, that yarn you just had to have....one skein, maybe two or more than likely ten. Now years later you wonder what the heck you were thinking and now it's just taking up valuable space for more (lets face it) yarn.
Or maybe that project you started with such gusto that now has been sent to land of far far away in the corner of your closet, never to be touched again.
Fear not, bring those skeins and UFO's to this meeting. We will have a free for all and trade with each other. Be rest assured that little orphaned item will likely go home to a fellow knitter who will love it and most likely finish it!
Caution: be prepared to fall in love and adopt a new wonderful already started project to go home with.
October 1, 2013
Gifting your Labor Of Love
You've taken the time to hand make a gift for someone special in your life. Learn to take it to the next step with some great presentation ideas.
Jackie Gabaldo will share creative ways to present your labor of love by showing different ways to add the special final touches on your treasure. Bring your knitting for an enjoyable evening of fun and inspiration.
You've taken the time to hand make a gift for someone special in your life. Learn to take it to the next step with some great presentation ideas.
Jackie Gabaldo will share creative ways to present your labor of love by showing different ways to add the special final touches on your treasure. Bring your knitting for an enjoyable evening of fun and inspiration.
September 3, 2013
Knitting + Technology
Sue Enright will share the latest apps and technology for knitters. Bring your IPADS, SMARTPHONES and NOTEBOOKS for a wealth of new tips.
If techno isn't your thing please still come!
The Chelan County Fair is the weekend of September 5-8th, our guild will have a designated area in the Home Economics building. There we will be teaching knitting and promoting our guild. We will be assembling bookmarks at the this meeting to hand out at the fair. Bring some left over yarn for bookmark tasseles. There will also be a sign up sheet to sit and knit at the fair, partner up with someone and come sign up for a couple of hours.
If you would like to enter your wears or one of kind creations in the fair exhibit, drop off date is Wednesday September 4th 9:00am - 8:00pm.
For more info follow this link: http://www.co.chelan.wa.us/fa/index.htm
Sue Enright will share the latest apps and technology for knitters. Bring your IPADS, SMARTPHONES and NOTEBOOKS for a wealth of new tips.
If techno isn't your thing please still come!
The Chelan County Fair is the weekend of September 5-8th, our guild will have a designated area in the Home Economics building. There we will be teaching knitting and promoting our guild. We will be assembling bookmarks at the this meeting to hand out at the fair. Bring some left over yarn for bookmark tasseles. There will also be a sign up sheet to sit and knit at the fair, partner up with someone and come sign up for a couple of hours.
If you would like to enter your wears or one of kind creations in the fair exhibit, drop off date is Wednesday September 4th 9:00am - 8:00pm.
For more info follow this link: http://www.co.chelan.wa.us/fa/index.htm
August 6, 2013
We’ve all heard of her … The Hat Lady! And now we have an opportunity to meet this wonderful woman. Aida Bound will be our guest speaker and program for the August Guild meeting where she will share her story regarding the “Hat Project.” She has tirelessly led this project in Wenatchee for several years and gained national attention when an interview with CBS's Katie Couric aired in January 2011 regarding the project. Please join us to hear Aida share her enthusiasm for this project that has generated more than 13,100 + hats (in one year) made by young and old knitters alike from all areas of the greater Wenatchee community.
If you know of fellow knitters in the community that would enjoy hearing Aida's story, please invite them to attend the NCW Knitters' Guild meeting on August 6th at 6 pm - The Eagles, 1208 North Wenatchee Avenue.
If you know of fellow knitters in the community that would enjoy hearing Aida's story, please invite them to attend the NCW Knitters' Guild meeting on August 6th at 6 pm - The Eagles, 1208 North Wenatchee Avenue.
July 2, 2013
Game starts at 7:05
Applesox vs Victoria Harbourcats
Join fellow knitters for a fun night of peanuts, cracker jacks, baseball and of course....knitting.
Please pre-purchase tickets at Elite Needlework (click Local Shops tab for more information)
Applesox vs Victoria Harbourcats
Join fellow knitters for a fun night of peanuts, cracker jacks, baseball and of course....knitting.
Please pre-purchase tickets at Elite Needlework (click Local Shops tab for more information)
June 4, 2013
What is a Gadget? A small tool that has a particular function, but is often thought of as a novelty.
Gadgets are sometimes referred to as gizmos! What’s your favorite tool or gadget (s)? Knitting bowl, yarn / tapestry needle, decorative stitch markers, 40” # 3 needle, row counter, stitch holders. We all have them. And part of the fun of our hobby is to learn about old and new favorites of our fellow knitters.
Our June program will provide us an opportunity to show and share our favorite knitting gadgets. Please bring your favorite knitting gadget to share with the group. Of course, we will have prizes! Based on live audience voting, prizes will be given for the most unique and the most useful gadgets. See you June 4th … with your favorite knitting gadget!
Gadgets are sometimes referred to as gizmos! What’s your favorite tool or gadget (s)? Knitting bowl, yarn / tapestry needle, decorative stitch markers, 40” # 3 needle, row counter, stitch holders. We all have them. And part of the fun of our hobby is to learn about old and new favorites of our fellow knitters.
Our June program will provide us an opportunity to show and share our favorite knitting gadgets. Please bring your favorite knitting gadget to share with the group. Of course, we will have prizes! Based on live audience voting, prizes will be given for the most unique and the most useful gadgets. See you June 4th … with your favorite knitting gadget!
May 7, 2013
It’s Just String
Presenters: Marilee Smith-Lorenson & April Pittsinger
Presenters: Marilee Smith-Lorenson & April Pittsinger
April 2, 2013
Making Felted soaps and Nametags
Presenters: All guild members hands on group project
Presenters: All guild members hands on group project
March 5, 2013
Reading Charted Knitting
Presenter: MaryAnn Corning, Elite Needlework
Presenter: MaryAnn Corning, Elite Needlework
February 5, 2013
Understanding Ravelry
Presenters: Hydee Schrader & Kara Hewitt
Presenters: Hydee Schrader & Kara Hewitt
January 8, 2013
Norwegian Fiber Tour
Presenter: Suzanne Sorum
Presenter: Suzanne Sorum
December 4, 2012
Holiday potluck gathering
Make felted name tags
Make felted name tags
November 6, 2012
What do you do with a 40” circular needle
Presenter: Melody Baker
Come to the November 6th NCW Knitting Guild meeting where Melody Baker will be demonstrating using a 40" circular needle and the the Magic Loop method of knitting. You'll have the opportunity to try the Magic Loop method and see some of the items it's used for such as socks, sleeves and fingerless mitts. Melody has taken this method first developed by Sarah Hauschka and Bev Galeskas to another level by knitting anything possible two at at time on one long circular needle. If you're not interested in knitting on circular needles, it will be fun to see what other knitters are doing. If you'd like to try it, bring a 40" circular needle and scrap yarn.
Presenter: Melody Baker
Come to the November 6th NCW Knitting Guild meeting where Melody Baker will be demonstrating using a 40" circular needle and the the Magic Loop method of knitting. You'll have the opportunity to try the Magic Loop method and see some of the items it's used for such as socks, sleeves and fingerless mitts. Melody has taken this method first developed by Sarah Hauschka and Bev Galeskas to another level by knitting anything possible two at at time on one long circular needle. If you're not interested in knitting on circular needles, it will be fun to see what other knitters are doing. If you'd like to try it, bring a 40" circular needle and scrap yarn.
October 2, 2012
Blocking – Facts verses Fiction
Presenter: Sue Enright
Fact or Fiction about blocking:
· Changes the finished size of a garment
· Necessary to block all knitted items
· Difficult process
Do you know which of the above statements are fact and which are fiction? To help you in answering, come to the October 2nd, 2012, Knitting Guild meeting to learn the answers! NCW Knitting Guild member and expert knitter Sue Enright will present a very informative program on blocking.
Presenter: Sue Enright
Fact or Fiction about blocking:
· Changes the finished size of a garment
· Necessary to block all knitted items
· Difficult process
Do you know which of the above statements are fact and which are fiction? To help you in answering, come to the October 2nd, 2012, Knitting Guild meeting to learn the answers! NCW Knitting Guild member and expert knitter Sue Enright will present a very informative program on blocking.
September 4, 2012
How do I Organize?
Presenter: Nicole Schmauder
Nicole is passionate about sharing the joy of organizing with others. Her enthusiasm, honesty, and common sense have encouraged people of all backgrounds to get organized and stay organized. Her audiences always learn usable ideas that they can incorporate into their lives right away.
Presenter: Nicole Schmauder
Nicole is passionate about sharing the joy of organizing with others. Her enthusiasm, honesty, and common sense have encouraged people of all backgrounds to get organized and stay organized. Her audiences always learn usable ideas that they can incorporate into their lives right away.
August 7, 2012
Olympic Knitting
What are you doing for the Olympics?
We challenged members to finish there UFO's or to knit something RED, WHITE and BlUE. Participants entered a drawing for great prizes.
What are you doing for the Olympics?
We challenged members to finish there UFO's or to knit something RED, WHITE and BlUE. Participants entered a drawing for great prizes.
September 6, 2011
Knitting for the Holidays!
Six members will share their favorite hand knit item to the group, just in time for the holidays.
Six members will share their favorite hand knit item to the group, just in time for the holidays.
August 2, 2011
Here come the Girl Scouts!
Guild members will teach the art of knitting to local girl scouts and their parents.
Guild members will teach the art of knitting to local girl scouts and their parents.
July 5, 2011
Teach the Teachers........
MaryAnn Corning will offer teaching tips in preparation for teaching the Girl Scouts how to knit in August.
