Saturday Afternoon at the Yarn Garage

It is a lazy and cold Saturday afternoon.  Well we had fun at the shop.  A Junior High guy named Andrew learned to knit.  Lots of customers caught up on the latest yarns that come in weekly to the Yarn Garage.  Monika and Steven worked with each and every customer giving them tips, helping them with project problems, found them just the right color palettes for their new project, set them up with the free skein for the latest charity knitting projects the shop is famous for.  In the back room, Don Sparish and Bob White began the setup of the new Point of Sale system that will be phased in over the near term.  The place was toasty warm which helped folks stay a bit extra to warm up from the cold.  The Yarn from floor to ceiling made a kind of fiber cocoon for creativity and relaxation.  Where were you?  We missed you.

Knitting Green with the Urban Knitters

One of the recent innovations in the business of yarn fiber is the use of natural materials you would not expect, milk, bamboo, etc. Steven showed the knitters lots of great ideas to create with those new fibers. Some of them have fantastic feel and weight, others are durable and all are fantastic to work with. Steven got lots of thanks for the things he showed and the new technique he demonstrated. Urban Knitters is a unique group and Wilde Roast is a unique place to meet and learn. Christa, the Senior Glitter Knitter was also there lending her unique views and methods to the group.

Come on down next time, March 8th!!

The Glitter Knitter and the Yarn Garage at the 2009 Knitout at the Mall of America

Man we had a party at the MOA. Steven had a booth that spilled out into the walk and thousands of knitters and crocheters turned out and met Steven and the top quality Yarn Garage team.

Something new this year, Bob White, who is generally the Webmaster and the fiddler for the Yarn Garage served as a chauffer and shuttled folks out to the Yarn Garage in his 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton. There they were able to shop for the fine fibers that Steven has in abundance at the shop.

One woman commented, "We wanted to thank you for the great time we had at the Yarn Garage. We would not have been able to make it without your driver service. We really appreciated Bob's willingness for the early pick up on Sunday. He even didn't complain when I made the call at 6:00AM on Sunday morning. ( I really didn't expect him to answer. I thought I would be leaving a message). We were able to get our shopping done and still make it back to the Mall for the afternoon of madness with thousands of other knitters.
We had a great time at the Yarn Garage. The staff, Lori and Tori ( I may be screwing up the names) were terrific. They climbed ladders, searched for colors and fibers just so we would get the perfect combinations. I will definitely be keeping your name and number when searching for fiber and stuff.
Thanks again

Fabulous Urban Knitters at Wilde Roast

We had another wonderful Urban Knitters at the Wilde Roast Cafe in NE Minneapolis today.  There were 25 people there and they all got the latest in insider information and tips from The Glitter Knitter, Steven Berg.  Christa Berg, the senior Glitter Knitter as also there lending her tips and wisdom. 

 One of the items Steven had was Bison Yarn, yes that's right, Bison.  Made from the underbelly hair of the Bison it is super soft, very workable, and very warm. 

These folks also heard about the Upcoming Knit Out at the Mall of America, Saturday, February 17 - Sunday, February 18. The Craft Yarn Council of America is traveling to Mall of America. Beginner to expert, Knit-Out & Crochet has something for everyone. Join us at Mall of America for a fun and exciting knit and crochet extravaganza. 

The Glitter Knitter and the Senior Glitter Knitter Meet Ravelry and others at TNNA

Steven holds court with creators of the hot new trend knitting site "Ravelry", Jessica, Casey, Mary-Heather, if you haven't joined. Join now....Click here.

Nora Gaughan, Berroco's creative genius celebrate her 4th book celebrating Spring 09. 12 Copies in stock in addition to all of Berroco's other new spring '09 books. Steven, Christa, and the infamous Nora Gaughan, in the Second Photo.

Last Photo, Steven on the Beach in San Diego.

The trip was fantastic.

Steven has returned from The National Needlework Arts Show (TNNA) in San Diego.
He has brought back, not just one bag of tricks, but eight.(Mom had to help carry)

Ask Steven about all the new trends for this season.
1. New spring summer yarn trends
2. The new hot knot "cowl"
3. Hear of Steven's "meet and greet" with knitting celebrities.
4. Reveiw all autographed copies of the newest books on the market.
5. Two new gadgets to reveal....
6. Cashmere and silk that you can only touch and feel right now.
7. New colors in Malabrigo sock and worsted.

Steven is at the heart of the latest and greatest trends in Fiber Arts.

The Urban Knitters at Wilde Roast

It was a Wild Holiday Sunday at Wilde Roast today. Steven was there with last minute assistance for knitters with Holiday Stallout. He showed some super yarn with super prices for the attendees, Ozark Handspun for a super quick and fun, 2 skein, winter hat with flaps and a tie. It was particularly apt for this icy day. We can't even tell you of the super prices he gave to the attendees. Urban Knitters is going to be on again January 11th and then every other week following, every two weeks. You need to get reservations to Steven to be a part of this. Get on his mailing list so you know everything that is happening with the Glitter Knitter and the Yarn Garage. Click here to get on the email list.

We support Ravelry

One of the benefits of the electronic web age is that there are resources available that make it easier for us to find ideas and keep track of our own projects.  We are advocates of Ravelry because it will help you with lots of resources and give you all kinds of ideas.  You have to apply for membership but they will accept you very fast.  They are a free community but you need to be a member.

Go there by clicking here.

Enjoy!!