YarnCon is mentioned as a "Thing to do and apply for" over at Handmade Nation. We, of course, could not agree more. Although the application deadline has passed, we do have a waiting list, so if you were thinking about, you can still get an application in for a vendor spot. We are also looking for people who would like to share their fibery knowledge, so if you would like to teach a class, please contact us.
We're really excited about how this year's YarnCon is shaping up. Not only will there be the fabulous vendors, but we also have some exhibitions in the works, a Stitching Lounge where you can hang out with like minded yarn-lovers, and even more good stuff to come!
Tuesday, July 8, 2008
Tuesday, June 17, 2008
WWKIP Day
We had a fantastic turnout at WWKIP Day in Millennium Park on Saturday. At least 93 people were in attendance throughout the day! The weather was picture perfect, and security was baffled. We actually did overwhelm security a bit, but the end result is that we will work with the park to have an even better spot in Millennium Park next year, in the lawn, with actual shade! We want to thank Kate, Lis, Katie and Captain for helping us put this year's event together. They came to us with new ideas which really made this year better than ever, and were there to help throughout the day. Also, thanks to Kate's boyfriend for making the sign:
Photo taken by Sara.
And thanks to everyone who came out to knit, crochet and spin in public. We had a wonderful time, and we are already looking forward to next year.
It was a day of great successes, including the yarn swap run by Katie, and a collection of yarn, books and tools for Interim House run by Lis. So successful that we need your help to ship this generous donation over to them. If you could please give a few dollars to help us ship everything over, we would be eternally grateful. Any money collected that goes over the shipping total will be sent to Interim House as well.
You can contribute to shipping by clicking on the paypal donation button below:
And more was added after the picture was taken! As you can see, we really can use your help to pay for shipping, that is a whole lot of yarn! Thanks to everyone who contributed.
You can see the rest of the pictures at the Flickr WWKIP Day Chicago 2008 Pool.
Photo taken by Sara.
And thanks to everyone who came out to knit, crochet and spin in public. We had a wonderful time, and we are already looking forward to next year.
It was a day of great successes, including the yarn swap run by Katie, and a collection of yarn, books and tools for Interim House run by Lis. So successful that we need your help to ship this generous donation over to them. If you could please give a few dollars to help us ship everything over, we would be eternally grateful. Any money collected that goes over the shipping total will be sent to Interim House as well.
You can contribute to shipping by clicking on the paypal donation button below:
And more was added after the picture was taken! As you can see, we really can use your help to pay for shipping, that is a whole lot of yarn! Thanks to everyone who contributed.
You can see the rest of the pictures at the Flickr WWKIP Day Chicago 2008 Pool.
Monday, June 9, 2008
YarnCon can't stop planning events
How much do we love playing with yarn? So much that we are back again, this time bringing you World Wide Knit in Public Day in Chicago. WWKIP Day has been celebrated in Chicago's Millennium Park for 4 years now, and we took over organizing the event last year. This year we have additional help from some fine ladies we met on Ravelry.
Join us for a fun filled day of knitting and crocheting and spinning in public on June 14th (this Saturday) from Noon to at least 4pm in the pavilion behind the "faces" fountains in Millennium Park. We suggest you bring something to sit on, sunscreen, and plenty to drink. Of course, given our location, there are lots of great places to get something to eat and drink, so the choice is yours.
The first 100 people to stop by our welcome table will receive a Yarn Crawl in a bag! There will also be a yarn swap, and collection for Interim House, so bring that yarn you know you're not going to use, and trade it or give it to folks who can really use it. There will also be a group sewing up Afghans for Afghans rectangles (7" x 9"), so if you have those, or are looking for easy knitting while you chat with your friends, bring those rectangles along.
We'll also be accepting applications for YarnCon, so if you have been thinking of applying, but haven't gotten around to it, stop by and see us at the welcome table! We'll even have the forms printed and waiting for you, so no more excuses!
Join us for a fun filled day of knitting and crocheting and spinning in public on June 14th (this Saturday) from Noon to at least 4pm in the pavilion behind the "faces" fountains in Millennium Park. We suggest you bring something to sit on, sunscreen, and plenty to drink. Of course, given our location, there are lots of great places to get something to eat and drink, so the choice is yours.
The first 100 people to stop by our welcome table will receive a Yarn Crawl in a bag! There will also be a yarn swap, and collection for Interim House, so bring that yarn you know you're not going to use, and trade it or give it to folks who can really use it. There will also be a group sewing up Afghans for Afghans rectangles (7" x 9"), so if you have those, or are looking for easy knitting while you chat with your friends, bring those rectangles along.
We'll also be accepting applications for YarnCon, so if you have been thinking of applying, but haven't gotten around to it, stop by and see us at the welcome table! We'll even have the forms printed and waiting for you, so no more excuses!
YarnCon Chicago Wants You!
We know you are out there, you make yarn, yarny tools and accessories, create new patterns, embellish lovely items with yarny themes, write yarny books. You just need somewhere to sell those goods. Well, what are you waiting for? Apply to be a vendor at YarnCon 2008!
Perhaps teaching or demonstrating your craft is more your style. You are in luck, we need you as well. Drop us a line at info@yarnygoodness.com.
We want YarnCon to be the event you turn to for all things yarny. To hang out and play with yarn, to learn about yarn, to buy and sell yarn and yarny tools. But we need your help to make it happen. Last year was fantastic, but we can't stop there! We know there is more yarny love to share!
Perhaps teaching or demonstrating your craft is more your style. You are in luck, we need you as well. Drop us a line at info@yarnygoodness.com.
We want YarnCon to be the event you turn to for all things yarny. To hang out and play with yarn, to learn about yarn, to buy and sell yarn and yarny tools. But we need your help to make it happen. Last year was fantastic, but we can't stop there! We know there is more yarny love to share!
Thursday, May 8, 2008
YarnCon loves YarnSchool
I can't believe it took me so long to post about Yarn School. It could have something to do with the fact I have had a hard time tearing myself away from my spinning wheel and all of the wonderful fiber I brought back with me.
We had such an amazing time at Yarn School, we didn't want to leave. As if learning all about making yarn by hand from really talented people (we were a bit star-struck at getting to meet Adrian from Hello Yarn, Sarah from Maisy Day Handspun and Jennifer of Whirled Yarn) wasn't enough to make us giddy, being surrounded by like-minded people, the freedom to experiment with an almost limitless supply of fiber, and being fed fabulous food was enough to make us want to move in. Thanks to Nikol and her fabulous helpers for putting together a great event.
We came home with bags full of fiber, cameras full of pictures, new yarny skills, and even more enthusiasm for this year's YarnCon*!
*I didn't know I could get even more excited about YarnCon!
We had such an amazing time at Yarn School, we didn't want to leave. As if learning all about making yarn by hand from really talented people (we were a bit star-struck at getting to meet Adrian from Hello Yarn, Sarah from Maisy Day Handspun and Jennifer of Whirled Yarn) wasn't enough to make us giddy, being surrounded by like-minded people, the freedom to experiment with an almost limitless supply of fiber, and being fed fabulous food was enough to make us want to move in. Thanks to Nikol and her fabulous helpers for putting together a great event.
We came home with bags full of fiber, cameras full of pictures, new yarny skills, and even more enthusiasm for this year's YarnCon*!
*I didn't know I could get even more excited about YarnCon!
Thursday, April 17, 2008
Yeay for Bobmas!
So, how did everyone enjoy Bobmas Eve, and Bobmas day? Sara and I had grand plans of visiting a number of Yarn Stores on Thursday, but Chicago is large, the weather was bad, and traffic was worse. But, we did manage to attend two parties that night, and I was able to attend one Bobmas day party on Friday.
On Bobmas Eve we visited Knitting Workshop at its fabulous new location.
We were welcomed to join the knitters at the table, once we had a chance to check out the new store, and grab some snacks.
The other reason we could not visit more stores is that once you are surrounded by knitters, and have your own knitting out, the time flies, and you are in no hurry to leave. But, after Sara finished weaving the ends in to her lovely new scarf, we decided it was time to visit at least one more shop.
From Knitting Workshop, it was off to Loopy Yarns. The night was winding down at Loopy (they stayed open late for us, how cool is that?), but there was still much fun to be had, and cupcakes and Bobtinis to consume (I stuck to the yummy cupcakes), not to mention yarn to fondle.
On Friday I took a trip down to Beverly to check out the Bobmas fun at My Sister's Knits. Right away I was greeted with Grandma's super comfy love seat, cupcakes and tea. What I had planned as a short visit became a longer one, but not long enough in my opinion. I had a great time meeting Carol, and her lovely Golden Retrievers, Goldie and Cody, plus a great bunch of knitters. I can't wait to go back.
We obviously need more yarn holidays!
On Bobmas Eve we visited Knitting Workshop at its fabulous new location.
We were welcomed to join the knitters at the table, once we had a chance to check out the new store, and grab some snacks.
The other reason we could not visit more stores is that once you are surrounded by knitters, and have your own knitting out, the time flies, and you are in no hurry to leave. But, after Sara finished weaving the ends in to her lovely new scarf, we decided it was time to visit at least one more shop.
From Knitting Workshop, it was off to Loopy Yarns. The night was winding down at Loopy (they stayed open late for us, how cool is that?), but there was still much fun to be had, and cupcakes and Bobtinis to consume (I stuck to the yummy cupcakes), not to mention yarn to fondle.
On Friday I took a trip down to Beverly to check out the Bobmas fun at My Sister's Knits. Right away I was greeted with Grandma's super comfy love seat, cupcakes and tea. What I had planned as a short visit became a longer one, but not long enough in my opinion. I had a great time meeting Carol, and her lovely Golden Retrievers, Goldie and Cody, plus a great bunch of knitters. I can't wait to go back.
We obviously need more yarn holidays!
Tuesday, April 8, 2008
Maybe you wanted still another place to celebrate?
Then here it is:
Mosaic Yarn Studio in Des Plaines will have their Knit & Crochet Night on Thursday from 6-8pm, with added Bobmas goodness. Added goodness includes free pizza and 20% off sock yarn, including Koigu!
(I must remember to not eat before leaving for all of these parties!)
I've already created a flickr group for pictures of the festivities, so please take your cameras, and add them to the group.
Mosaic Yarn Studio in Des Plaines will have their Knit & Crochet Night on Thursday from 6-8pm, with added Bobmas goodness. Added goodness includes free pizza and 20% off sock yarn, including Koigu!
(I must remember to not eat before leaving for all of these parties!)
I've already created a flickr group for pictures of the festivities, so please take your cameras, and add them to the group.
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