WHAT'S ON AT THE LOOP
Gift ideas for yourself and all the knitters you know
Each week we are receiving of new merchandise that will make great gifts for those you love ... or treats for yourself.
Wray of Unique Wood Gifts just sent us a fresh batch of his creations. From thimbles to nostepinnes, these little works of art make great gifts for sewers, knitters and spinners. Prices range from $10 to $40.
We also have gift certificates, and we're keeping 'wish lists' if you'd like to send an elf in shopping for you.
Holiday Hop means great deals and an exciting contest
From November 17th to 22nd, The Loop has something new on sale each day. Check back here every day to see what's on sale.
Then come on downtown and pick up a ballot for the Holiday Hop 'Gift List'. You can win everything you wish for!
Looking for a unique gift to make? Try a hand-felted silk and wool scarf.
Janine Stewart is offering a workshop here at The Loop just in time for the holidays. Space is limited, so check out our workshops page today for more details.
Nocturnal knitting and art too
On the evening of Saturday October 18th 2008, the streets of downtown Halifax were abuzz with curious art-seekers. Art was being performed, created, displayed and projected in all sorts of unexpected locations around the city.
At The Loop, we invited knitters in to participate in a knit-a-thon for charity (see our blog for more details about the project), while spinners Mimi, Karla and Morgan attracted crowds to the front of the shop.
Click here to see our photos from the evening.
Join Us for The Loop's Nocturne Knit-A-Thon
Make The Loop your home base for Nocturne while you knit for a good cause!
Saturday, October 18th will be an action-packed date. Art exhibitions, performances and special events will be taking place all over downtown as part of the first Nocturne: Art at Night festival.
Among the exciting happenings is our second charity Knit-a-Thon!
(above, some knitters from our last knit-a-thon model their projects)
Drop in anytime from noon to midnight on Saturday (or stay for the duration!), and help us knit blanket squares for Afghans for Afghans and helmet liners and warm socks for Canadian troops stationed at home and abroad. Visit our blog for suggested patterns and more information about this exciting event.
Fall Knitting Workshops
We have made some long-awaited updates to our workshop schedule. Spaces are available in beginner knitting, hat, sock and mitten workshops. Click on the "Workshops" tab for details.
We're working on more classes, like crochet, needle felting and more, so check back. You can sign up for our newsletter (see link to the right) to make sure to receive updates in your inbox.
Thursday nights, The Loop is the place to be
After an August hiatus, Loop Group is back on. Every Thursday night The Loop is open until 9 p.m., and from 6:00 until closing everyone is welcome to drop by and hang out with your latest knitting, crochet or other project. We're looking forward to seeing lots of new faces and old friends.
Just arrived: Pure Shetland Laceweight from Malagash
A lovely yarn just arrived from The Last Resort Farm in Malagash, on the Northumberland Strait. This pure Nova Scotia raised Shetland 2-ply laceweight is put up in 2oz/400yd skeins and comes in three natural colours. Shetland sheep yield a distinctively airy and lively fibre with great "cling". If you love nordic lace traditions, you are sure to want to try it. Make sure to drop by before it is all gone!
Eucalan wool wash
We now have Eucalan wool wash in stock.
Eucalan rinse-free wool wash is non-toxic and biodegradable, and comes in four varieties : eucalyptus, lavender, grapefruit, and unscented. eucalyptus and lavender possess natural moth inhibiting properties, besides smelling so good. Grapefruit has natural antiseptic and disinfecting properties. The unscented variety is perfect for those sensitive to scents.
The fact that this lovely product comes from a Canadian family-owned and -operated company is a bonus.
Ruckus bags are back!
Before the holidays, we couldn't keep these Ruckus clutch bags in the store. These bags are hand-made in Canada with original silk-screened fabric. Whether made from silk or cotton, these bags are perfect for lovingly protecting your knitting project. No two are alike, and yours is here ... but it might not be for long!
Hand-made tools are here
We just received a new shipment of the most gorgeous handcrafted wooden tools for sewers and knitters with exquisite taste, made by Wray Parsons of Unique Wooden Gifts.
We have a selection of wooden thimbles, needle cases, magnetic needle-minders and more. We have a small number of cases - specially designed for The Loop - to protect the sock fanatic's delicate double-pointed needles. Each one is hand-turned and finished to an irresistible lustre.
A brand-new design is the acorn-shaped tape measure, with a hand-silkscreened 24" tape. Their beauty speaks for itself, doesn't it!
The Loop Hours of Operation:
Monday - Wednesday 10am - 6pm
Thursday 10am - 9pm
Friday 10am - 7pm
Saturday 10am - 6pm
Sunday 12pm - 5pm
Where the heck is The Loop, anyway?