School is in session and the first class (Take The Technique Plunge) gets an A+! Students learned the first chapter and tried out the Knit and Purl Combination Technique. This class can be joined at anytime, so if you want to take part, it is not too late. Immediately following, was our first Thursday Night Knit Night! We had a great turn-out and hope that everyone continues to come. We have room for more, so please stop in, bring your projects, take a seat and join in the fun! Thank you to everyone who participated.

(Upper Left) Teacher Karla helping demonstrate the technique. (Upper Right) Bonnie and Jodi working hard and doing a great job. (Lower Left) Even our own Kim Oslund joining in on the fun! (Lower Right) Students taking “The Plunge” and getting extra credit by staying for Knit Nite.

Tomorrow (August 21) is Kim’s Birthday.

We all wish her a VERY HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!

Don’t you just LOVE her beautiful Birthday Hat?!

Have you tried on a Namaste Knitting Bag?

These bags come in an array of colors and are made of extremely durable, animal friendly, easy to clean materials. Magpie’s Cottage carries a variety of colors, styles, sizes and accessories. Namaste believes fashion and function can exist together, and here they prove it.

Come see for yourself at The Cottage!

www.namasteinc.com

Are you ready to SOAK your latest project?

All the knitters are doing it, give it a try!

SOAK is an absolute hit with knitters (and weavers of knitted things), but also crafters (like quilters, cross-stitchers, and weavers), and people who hand wash their clothes.

This gentle, fiber-friendly, cleanser formulated for todays sophisticated sensibilities, is now being sold here at The Cottage! Available in 14 oz. and 4 oz. bottles.

Mention this blog and make a purchase – receive a FREE sample of SOAK (while supplies last)

We would love for you to join! Magpie Mavens is an assorment of knitters, crocheters, spinners, weavers and other fiber enthusiasts who are fans of Magpie’s Cottage and want to keep in touch and up to date on-line all over the country and the world. You can join us in knit alongs and share thoughts and ideas for new projects, ask question and make new friends!

Ravelry is a place for knitters, crocheters, designers, spinners, and dyers to keep track of their yarn, tools, and pattern information, and look to others for ideas and inspiration. The content  is all user- driven; Ravelry owners as a community make the site what it is. If you are not already a member of Ravelry, you can visit the site and ask to join. They will send you an invitation to join in usually a couple of days. After you are invited join Magpie Mavens and enjoy all that Ravelry offers!

Check it out today at: www.ravelry.com