Fall 2008 Newsletter
Notes From Ava
It’s fall again! This year has flown. The trees are beginning to turn here. Several people have been in looking for ways to preserve leaves. Look for one way in the tip section.
Tightened budgets are making us all anxious and fearful. Experts tell us to exercise more, eat right, and involve ourselves in an activity that we enjoy. What a perfect time to dig out the crochet hooks, knitting needles, or paint brushes. As people’s thoughts begin to turn to the holidays, why not make at least part of the decorations and gifts this year? Involve the kids in activities with paint, clay, and foam. Start a new tradition (or revive an old one). Above all, be thankful for family, friends, and life this holiday season.
Summer Class Schedule
And, as always, for all knitters, the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of each month at 7 pm at the shop is Knitting Guild. Come join us!
To preserve those beautiful fall leaves, pat them dry with a paper towel. Lay another paper towel on an ironing board. Lay wax paper with the wax side up, the leaves, another piece of waxed paper with the wax side down, and another paper towel on the first towel. Press with a warm iron until the wax has coated the leaves. Pick up the paper towels. Let the leaves cool. Cut out around the leaves and pull the wax paper off the leaves. Store your leaves flat between layers of waxed paper. They should last for several years if you keep them dry and cool.
Learn To Knit Or Crochet DVDs
from Leisure Arts
The kit contains yarn, a hook of pair of knitting needles, and a DVD to show you how to knit or crochet. They are geared to teens or young adults but anyone can use them. If you don’t have the time for a class, or learn better by watching someone, these are a great way to go.
$25.00 each
Paint By Number Value Packs
from Royal Langnickel
Royal has packaged either 3 or 4 printed canvas boards together with the paints and brushes for doing them all. It makes a great gift for the person who likes paint by number or as a project for the entire family.
$14.99 per set
Aqualon Brushes
by Royal Langnickel
I got an assortment of the Aqualon brushes for you painters. We now have a good assortment of larger brushes, filberts, rounds, and flats.
