Dream Big

It's our biggest sale ever! And it starts today (well, it does if you are reading this on Friday, August 26th). Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, Jessica Knits and Crochets presents its BIG DEAL sale. Everything that's big is marked down 25%. Need some bulky yarns? Any yarn that is gauged for a US 10.5 needle or bigger gets a discount. Need a needle? All of our needles size US 10.5 and larger are marked down (including Lantern Moon, Brittany, Pony and Skacel). Could there be a better time to stock up on your big knitting needs? Not with these huge savings and big, big deals.

And while you are in the shop, check out what just came in: Addi Click interchangeable needle sets, Hiya Hiya interchangeables, new yarns from Schoppel Wolle (including Zauberball), the newest Vogue Knitting magazines, plus so much more exquisite yarns and products. We want to be your go-to shop for the best in fiber and needles. And we want you to think of the shop as your knitting home away from home. So come hang out, see what we have to offer, and get great deals (especially this weekend! 25 percent!) while you're at it.

See you soon.

p.s. Check out our September class schedule too! There's something for everyone.

The Bigger, the Better...

Get ready for a BIG Sale at Jessica Knits and Crochets. We're taking everything that's big - BIG yarn, BIG Needles, BIG Project patterns and books - and giving you a BIG discount. 25%! Yes - a GIGANTIC 25% off of some of the biggest products in the store (even already reduced merchandise is an additional 25% off!). And nothing makes a quicker, bolder gift than big yarn projects. You could have all of your holiday shopping done in one quick stop. The BIG DEAL SALE is happening Friday, Saturday and Sunday (August 26, 27, and 28) at Jessica Knits and Crochets. And when it comes to savings in your pocket (and more yarn in your stash), bigger is definitely better.

Bargain Needles

Our expansive needle selection just got easier. We've incorporated needles into our not-to-be-missed sale section. You won't believe the prices, with a large selection of needles as low as $1.00! And you won't have any trouble finding the pair you need. All of the needles have been sorted by size (we have 0 to 35, and even some larger sizes), and wood and metal are displayed separately. So check your needle stash and fill out your collection at unbeatable prices.

The Latest Rowan

The 50th Rowan Pattern Book is in. As usual, it is filled with exquisite garments. These pattern books sell out quickly, so keep your collection current and get yours today. Plus, you'll get to check out some of our new fibers and colorways that arrived this week. There are beautiful new shades of Blue Sky Alpaca Silk (a staff favorite, this yarn is a dream to work with), plus we've added Blue Sky Alpaca Sport Weight to our already expansive collection of Blue Sky yarns.

We have some exciting events planned for the near (and far) future, so keep us bookmarked. And speaking of books, thank you to everyone who took advantage of our book sale. The book drive was a huge success. We donated about two hundred books to the Scottsdale Public Library. They were thrilled (you really donated some amazing books) and we were proud to help out our McDowell Mountain community.

Night School

Would you like to learn how to knit, but can't make it to a weekend or daytime class? Jessica Knits and Crochets is offering a night class, and spots are still available. You'll learn how to cast on, knit and purl, and bind off while making this original washcloth pattern. Class begins this Tuesday, August 9, at 7:00 p.m. and will meet a second time on August 23 at 7:00 p.m. Call or email us if you'd like to sign up for Night School.

Rowan with the Current

You want Rowan? We got Rowan! Our shipment is in, and we've been working non-stop to get all of the latest Rowan lines out onto the floor for your knitting and crocheting pleasure. Kid Classic, Colourspun (so new, it's not even on the Rowan website yet! simply beautiful), Fine Lace, Big Wool, Shimmer, Colourscape Chunky, British Sheep Breeds Boucle, Drift, Silk Twist, Renew, Cocoon...we've got it all (and in quantity!). In fact, the photo above doesn't even do it justice. And you don't have to worry about patterns, either. We got a new shipment of Rowan books in as well, to fill our our already plentiful stock (don't forget our big sale event - Jessica Knits First Book and Pattern Sale next weekend, July 29, 30 and 31). If looking at all of the new Rowan and the amazing new display of Madeline Tosh doesn't fulfill your yarn craving, some of our other lines have come in, also (I said we were busy!). Check out Silly Stripes for some of the cutest children's garment designs and yarns (it's right next to our new selection of Ty-Dy by Knit One, Crochet Two). Or the all-purpose, washable, versatile Zara, Zara Plus, and Zarina lines. Plus we have some gorgeous glitzy yarns on display for your holiday knitting.

So come on down, check out the new stock, peruse the August class offerings, hang with us for a while, and take some time for yourself at Jessica Knits and Crochets. It's the coolest place to be this summer.

Be Classy

Our August class schedule is here! We had such a great time teaching everyone in July (thanks to all of you who participated in the classes), and we've learned so much too. You showed us how eager you are to learn new techniques, to perfect your craft, and to get started in new fiber frontiers. You are yarn pioneers! We've created a schedule of classes that we know you'll love.

You'll find beginning knitting classes (in fact, we're offering a night class for those of you who have busy daytime schedules), an intermediate knitting class where you learn more stitches, and the ever-popular sock class (if you've never worn a handknit sock, you are in for a treat). The Everyday Market Bag class will have make you the envy of all your shopping friends (look! isn't it cute? And look at our new Rowan pattern book section in the background).

The crochet class in August is the Striped Tote. This fun, quick and easy project is sure to be one of your favorite accessories. For your more formal events, the Larch Shawl class will help you create an elegant and useful addition to your favorite outfits.



And in August, we're introducing a new concept in classes. Our Project Workshop lets you decide what you are going to work on. We provide the guidance and help and support to get you through the project you've always wanted to make.

Look for our new class brochure. We'll send you a copy online. Or better yet, stop by the store, take a look around, talk to us about the right class for you, and sign up! These classes fill up quickly and space is limited. So be classy at Jessica Knits and Crochets.

Web Spin

Jessica Knits and Crochets is all about putting a new spin on things. In our quest to make your fiber experience easy, friendly, and useful, we are updating our website with a new, clean look (check it out). We are also getting in some of the leading yarn designers in the industry, revamping the store, and offering some amazing deals on yarn, needles, books, and patterns. Never been in? Come on in and see what we have to offer. We have extended hours to fit your busy schedule. Were you in last week? Come in again - we promise there will always be something new to catch your eye. It's a new look, a new owner, a new attitude at Jessica Knits and Crochets. Discover what we have to offer, and you'll find a new you.

Oh My Tosh!

We're always striving for something new and better at Jessica Knits and Crochets. We're changing the store to better suit your needs, we've extended the hours, and we're offering a great selection of new classes to enhance your skills. So what else could be new? Well, let's start with the Madelinetosh yarns that just arrived yesterday. The first thing you'll notice is the exquisite colors. Check out these blues:

Then you'll just have to touch one. Maybe the Madelinetosh Silk, or the Madelinetosh Pashmina. Good luck resisting these sought-after yarns. Probably, you should just resign yourself to surrendering and get on with the task of deciding what to make first:

We've dedicated an entire area to Madelinetosh. And you know what would go perfectly with one of these luxury yarn projects? A new project bag from the designers at Atenti. They combine old world elegance with modern styling, and come in a wide assortment of styles and patterns. Get one for yourself or buy someone special one of these unique and fashion-forward bags. Here's just a sampling of what came in (we were still unpacking them when we snapped this photo):

We'll spare you the wordy descriptions of everything else that is arriving (new shipments are coming in all the time - Filatura di Crosa, Zora, Lantern Moon, to name a few), and we'll probably babble about them soon enough (we're like children opening gifts - our excitement is endless), but here are a few more photos to tempt you:

Dealing You In

While the rest of the shop is being spruced up to show off the beautiful new yarns, books, and products that we have available, one spot at Jessica Knits has been added as a convenient, one-stop, shop-'til-you-drop area: our new sale section. No more hunting for bargains. We've put them all (for the most part) in one place. Louisa Harding, Gedifra, Torino Bulky, Noro, Alchemy, along with other exquisite yarns, needles, notions and purses (wow! Namaste is on sale!), at prices you won't believe. And unlike most yarn store sales, we have some of these sale items in quantities that could easily handle a large project. All of this, combined with the fact that we are open on Sunday from noon until 5:00 p.m. means that there is no excuse for not starting that long-anticipated project you've been putting off. So *buy, save* and repeat from * at Jessica Knits and Crochets!