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Classes are resuming at Have a Yarn!
- All students must be fully vaccinated (2 shots & at least 2 weeks past the 2nd shot)
- All students must be prepared to wear a mask when necessary. We will be in the store while it is open. When you are seated at the table, you can be unmasked, as long as there are no customers in the store. When customers are present or when we are up & moving around, then a mask must be worn.
- Minimum class size is 2 students. If a class does not have at least 2 students, it will be rescheduled.
- Maximum class is 4 students. That is smaller than pre pandemic, but it allows us to maintain social distancing. A wait list well be used and additional classes can be added as needed.
- All classes are $70.00 payable on the day of the class. To reserve your spot a credit card number is required and half the class fee charged to it if 24 hours notice is not given of your cancelation.
- Register by calling 902-624-0569 or emailing the store hello@haveayarn.ca
Brioche Basics
Saturday, November 27th - $70
Brioche Basics: An introduction to one-colour brioche. We’ll explore how it works, learn the basic stitches, and practice them by working some swatches (flat and in the round). We’ll also explore shaping (increases & decreases).
Skills: Knitters interested in this class must be able to cast on & bind off, knit & purl, work in the round, work k2tog & ssk decreases, and work kfb increases.
Materials: Yarn provided. You will need 4.5mm circular needles (40cm & 60cm/80cm) as well as your regular knitting kit. [You can do the entire class with 40cm needles, but I prefer something longer for working back & forth.]
10am – 4pm We will take approx. 30 minute break for lunch.
Brioche Basics: An introduction to one-colour brioche. We’ll explore how it works, learn the basic stitches, and practice them by working some swatches (flat and in the round). We’ll also explore shaping (increases & decreases).
Skills: Knitters interested in this class must be able to cast on & bind off, knit & purl, work in the round, work k2tog & ssk decreases, and work kfb increases.
Materials: Yarn provided. You will need 4.5mm circular needles (40cm & 60cm/80cm) as well as your regular knitting kit. [You can do the entire class with 40cm needles, but I prefer something longer for working back & forth.]
10am – 4pm We will take approx. 30 minute break for lunch.
Bead Basics (with a Christmas Twist)
Saturday, December 4th $40.00
from 10am - 2pm
Bead Basics: Take your knitting to the next level by adding a little bling. We will explore working with pre-strung beads and placing individual beads as we knit a small Christmas ornament.
Skills: Knitters interested in this class need to be able to cast on & bind off. knit & purl, and work k2tog decreases.
Materials: Yarn & beads provided. You will need 3.25mm needles as well as your regular knitting kit.
from 10am - 2pm
Bead Basics: Take your knitting to the next level by adding a little bling. We will explore working with pre-strung beads and placing individual beads as we knit a small Christmas ornament.
Skills: Knitters interested in this class need to be able to cast on & bind off. knit & purl, and work k2tog decreases.
Materials: Yarn & beads provided. You will need 3.25mm needles as well as your regular knitting kit.
Have a Yarn is going to Ireland!
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We are excited to announce that Have a Yarn in conjunction with Rowan Tree Travel are sponsoring a fibre related tour of Ireland! Please read below for all the details of the trip but take note that the prices listed are in US Dollars.
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Ireland Through the Maker's Lens with HAVE A YARN
Join Have a Yarn and Rowan Tree Travel next summer for a very special journey to The Emerald Isle - one bookended by festivals! On arrival, we’ll head to Ireland’s west coast to immerse ourselves in the music sessions of much-beloved Doolin Folk Festival. Our trip ends with the country’s biggest yarn, fiber and textiles event, Woollinn. In between, we’ll adventure through lively towns and scenic countryside. We’ll meet Ireland’s makers and fiber artists, visit historic sites, enjoy farm-to-table venues, try a bit of Irish whiskey and enjoy good Irish craic in the local pubs. Ready to have an adventure in Ireland, rich with traditional Irish music and fantastic fiber offerings? We can’t wait to take you!
Included in Tour Price
Accommodations in Ireland
An average of two meals per day (Breakfast is provided each morning; prepare to purchase either dinner or lunch based on the day’s scheduled activities.)
All entrance fees and activities
Airport transfers, ferries and private mini-coach
Tour Price
US $3600 shared (double accommodation)⎪US $4300 private (single accommodation)
A Registration Form and US $720 [ US $860] deposit (20% of total price) are required to join the trip. Once you submit your online registration (which arrives in our system with a time stamp) we will tentatively hold a spot for you. Next, we will email an invoice to you for the deposit, payable online with a credit or debit card, which you will need to pay within 24 hrs. Once payment is received your spot is secure.
Not Included in Tour Price
Soda and alcoholic drinks · Personal items · Gratuities · Workshops at Woollinn (We will give you plenty of notice about how, when and where to sign up for them on your own.)
Itinerary:
June 10 - 19, 2022
Friday, June 10 Welcome to Ireland! You’ll be met at the airport by staff from Rowan Tree Travel. Once our group is together, we’ll enjoy a stroll around downtown Dublin and a few relaxed, first day activities. Ireland’s wild Atlantic coast awaits us. By mid afternoon, we’ll be in Doolin. Relax, take a walk to the Cliffs of Moher, head to bed early (jetlag recovery!) or head out for some rousing traditional music sessions in town.
Saturday, June 11 Our first full day in Ireland is relaxed, fun and yours to organize as you like. The Doolin Folk Festival is going on all day, all over town. Doolin is village-sized and all events are within walking distance. Your ticket gives you access to numerous music sessions and events. In between, why not take a hike along the headlands, explore the village shops, grab a book or your knitting and just relax and enjoy the festive atmosphere of town?
Sunday, June 12 A deep dive into Aran traditions. We’ll travel by ferry over to Inisheer, one of the three Aran Islands. Amongst the stone walls and villages, we’ll learn about island life and have a workshop in Aran knitting history & techniques. As we head back to the mainland, our ferry will take us to the iconic Cliffs of Moher for a sea-level view. We’ll be back in time for the Saturday night sessions offered up at the music festival.
Monday, June 13 South into the Irish countryside. Today we head south, stopping to visit with natural dye artisans Apple Oak Fibreworks. We’ll also visit the lovely town of Adair before arriving at our splendid country house hotel just outside Cork. Get ready for farm-to-table meals and a few wee nips of their superb house-made apple brandy.
Tuesday, June 14 The south of Ireland is varied and beautiful. We’ll explore County Kerry, where the sea meets the mountains. We’ll visit Kerry Woollen Mills and have a demonstration by the community of makers at Kenmare Museum of Lace. The day will likely include a visit with some working sheep dogs, a wander on the beach and some time exploring a town or two. Weather and our whimsy will dictate!
Wednesday, June 15 Today we travel across more of Ireland’s interior, stopping at one of our favorite historic sites: The Rock of Cashel. There’s so much to learn about Irish history. Our time here, and in the nearby town of Kilkenny, is brought to life by the wonderful storytelling of our local hosts.
Thursday, June 16 A final step back in time before we head to hip, urban Dublin. We’ll spend a bit more time exploring the history of the country and its handcrafting traditions with visits to the Mountmellick Embroidery Museum and (a Rowan Tree Travel favorite) Clonmacnoise Monastery. Then, it’s time to have a bit of fun by learning about Irish whiskey with a tasting and tour of Kilbeggan Distillery. Be sure to order a good, strong Irish coffee because our day isn’t done yet! We’re off to vibrant Dublin in time to check in and zip over to Woollinn’s pre-festival evening event, Yarn Dating.
Friday, June 17 Woollinn, Day 1. It’s Ireland’s premier yarn festival, taking place at the nearby harbor town of Dun Laoghaire (pronounced dun leery). Enjoy yarn heaven all day at the market, demonstrations and workshops OR spend the day in Dublin. Not sure where to go or what to do in the capital city? We’ve got lots of ideas for you!
Saturday, June 18 Woollinn, Day 2. More fiber frenzy awaits. We’ve organized a special lunch and coastal tour that will pick you up right at the festival doors! The afternoon is your last chance for purchases. By the evening, we’ll be enjoying a final night of folk tales, music and dinner together.
Sunday, June 19 Our final morning. Enjoy a hearty breakfast before heading over to Dublin International Airport for your flight home.
Please note: Some changes to this itinerary may occur as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. If that is the case, every effort will be made to provide replacement accommodations or activities of a similar character, quality and cost. You will be advised of those changes well before departure. Be assured,our primary aim is to provide a rich and wonderful experience while traveling with us.
This trip needs at least 14 participants in order to proceed. Deposits will be refunded in the event that the tour does not operate due to lack of participants.
Travel Insurance
Rowan Tree Travel has purchased a Group Protection Plan on behalf of tour participants, providing medical insurance and limited "Trip Interruption" coverage once you have departed and are on the trip. Additional trip insurance to cover "Trip Cancellation" is available from our provider at a group rate. We will provide you with a website link at which you can review your additional trip insurance options. Note: The Group Protection Plan only applies to US citizens traveling from the US. If this stipulation does not apply to you, we can assist you in finding alternative options. Please enquire for details.
Arranging Your Flights
Once our tour is guaranteed with the minimum number of travelers we will notify all registrants so you can begin making travel arrrangements. You may purchase your flight reservations on your own or work with our booking agent, Vivienne at Crystal Travel. She can assist in identifying the best itinerary for your needs, coordinating with other participants, and with ticket purchase, seat selection and upgrades. Contact her at (617) 327‐2700 or vivienne@crystal‐travel.com.
Our tours include transportation to and from the airport for group arrivals/departures. In order to meet us for those airport transfers, we will give everyone an arrival and departure window to facilitate all of our travelers arriving and departing in close proximity. Flight itineraries outside the provided arrival and departure windows will likely result in extra transportation costs and possibly missing scheduled tour activities. For this reason we greatly appreciate your cooperation in booking reservations that accommodate our arrival and departure specifications. These time windows will be provide to travellers once the trip is guaranteed.
Please note the following:
Rowan Tree Travel reserves the right to alter any part of this itinerary in order to address weather conditions, unforeseen circumstance or to improve the participant experience.
Our trips are categorized as active, moderately active, or relaxed. We would describe this trip as moderately active. Participants should be capable of walking distances as great as 2 miles, though this amount of walking will rarely be required.
Have questions? Please contact us at info@rowantreetravel.com
Included in Tour Price
Accommodations in Ireland
An average of two meals per day (Breakfast is provided each morning; prepare to purchase either dinner or lunch based on the day’s scheduled activities.)
All entrance fees and activities
Airport transfers, ferries and private mini-coach
Tour Price
US $3600 shared (double accommodation)⎪US $4300 private (single accommodation)
A Registration Form and US $720 [ US $860] deposit (20% of total price) are required to join the trip. Once you submit your online registration (which arrives in our system with a time stamp) we will tentatively hold a spot for you. Next, we will email an invoice to you for the deposit, payable online with a credit or debit card, which you will need to pay within 24 hrs. Once payment is received your spot is secure.
Not Included in Tour Price
Soda and alcoholic drinks · Personal items · Gratuities · Workshops at Woollinn (We will give you plenty of notice about how, when and where to sign up for them on your own.)
Itinerary:
June 10 - 19, 2022
Friday, June 10 Welcome to Ireland! You’ll be met at the airport by staff from Rowan Tree Travel. Once our group is together, we’ll enjoy a stroll around downtown Dublin and a few relaxed, first day activities. Ireland’s wild Atlantic coast awaits us. By mid afternoon, we’ll be in Doolin. Relax, take a walk to the Cliffs of Moher, head to bed early (jetlag recovery!) or head out for some rousing traditional music sessions in town.
Saturday, June 11 Our first full day in Ireland is relaxed, fun and yours to organize as you like. The Doolin Folk Festival is going on all day, all over town. Doolin is village-sized and all events are within walking distance. Your ticket gives you access to numerous music sessions and events. In between, why not take a hike along the headlands, explore the village shops, grab a book or your knitting and just relax and enjoy the festive atmosphere of town?
Sunday, June 12 A deep dive into Aran traditions. We’ll travel by ferry over to Inisheer, one of the three Aran Islands. Amongst the stone walls and villages, we’ll learn about island life and have a workshop in Aran knitting history & techniques. As we head back to the mainland, our ferry will take us to the iconic Cliffs of Moher for a sea-level view. We’ll be back in time for the Saturday night sessions offered up at the music festival.
Monday, June 13 South into the Irish countryside. Today we head south, stopping to visit with natural dye artisans Apple Oak Fibreworks. We’ll also visit the lovely town of Adair before arriving at our splendid country house hotel just outside Cork. Get ready for farm-to-table meals and a few wee nips of their superb house-made apple brandy.
Tuesday, June 14 The south of Ireland is varied and beautiful. We’ll explore County Kerry, where the sea meets the mountains. We’ll visit Kerry Woollen Mills and have a demonstration by the community of makers at Kenmare Museum of Lace. The day will likely include a visit with some working sheep dogs, a wander on the beach and some time exploring a town or two. Weather and our whimsy will dictate!
Wednesday, June 15 Today we travel across more of Ireland’s interior, stopping at one of our favorite historic sites: The Rock of Cashel. There’s so much to learn about Irish history. Our time here, and in the nearby town of Kilkenny, is brought to life by the wonderful storytelling of our local hosts.
Thursday, June 16 A final step back in time before we head to hip, urban Dublin. We’ll spend a bit more time exploring the history of the country and its handcrafting traditions with visits to the Mountmellick Embroidery Museum and (a Rowan Tree Travel favorite) Clonmacnoise Monastery. Then, it’s time to have a bit of fun by learning about Irish whiskey with a tasting and tour of Kilbeggan Distillery. Be sure to order a good, strong Irish coffee because our day isn’t done yet! We’re off to vibrant Dublin in time to check in and zip over to Woollinn’s pre-festival evening event, Yarn Dating.
Friday, June 17 Woollinn, Day 1. It’s Ireland’s premier yarn festival, taking place at the nearby harbor town of Dun Laoghaire (pronounced dun leery). Enjoy yarn heaven all day at the market, demonstrations and workshops OR spend the day in Dublin. Not sure where to go or what to do in the capital city? We’ve got lots of ideas for you!
Saturday, June 18 Woollinn, Day 2. More fiber frenzy awaits. We’ve organized a special lunch and coastal tour that will pick you up right at the festival doors! The afternoon is your last chance for purchases. By the evening, we’ll be enjoying a final night of folk tales, music and dinner together.
Sunday, June 19 Our final morning. Enjoy a hearty breakfast before heading over to Dublin International Airport for your flight home.
Please note: Some changes to this itinerary may occur as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. If that is the case, every effort will be made to provide replacement accommodations or activities of a similar character, quality and cost. You will be advised of those changes well before departure. Be assured,our primary aim is to provide a rich and wonderful experience while traveling with us.
This trip needs at least 14 participants in order to proceed. Deposits will be refunded in the event that the tour does not operate due to lack of participants.
Travel Insurance
Rowan Tree Travel has purchased a Group Protection Plan on behalf of tour participants, providing medical insurance and limited "Trip Interruption" coverage once you have departed and are on the trip. Additional trip insurance to cover "Trip Cancellation" is available from our provider at a group rate. We will provide you with a website link at which you can review your additional trip insurance options. Note: The Group Protection Plan only applies to US citizens traveling from the US. If this stipulation does not apply to you, we can assist you in finding alternative options. Please enquire for details.
Arranging Your Flights
Once our tour is guaranteed with the minimum number of travelers we will notify all registrants so you can begin making travel arrrangements. You may purchase your flight reservations on your own or work with our booking agent, Vivienne at Crystal Travel. She can assist in identifying the best itinerary for your needs, coordinating with other participants, and with ticket purchase, seat selection and upgrades. Contact her at (617) 327‐2700 or vivienne@crystal‐travel.com.
Our tours include transportation to and from the airport for group arrivals/departures. In order to meet us for those airport transfers, we will give everyone an arrival and departure window to facilitate all of our travelers arriving and departing in close proximity. Flight itineraries outside the provided arrival and departure windows will likely result in extra transportation costs and possibly missing scheduled tour activities. For this reason we greatly appreciate your cooperation in booking reservations that accommodate our arrival and departure specifications. These time windows will be provide to travellers once the trip is guaranteed.
Please note the following:
Rowan Tree Travel reserves the right to alter any part of this itinerary in order to address weather conditions, unforeseen circumstance or to improve the participant experience.
Our trips are categorized as active, moderately active, or relaxed. We would describe this trip as moderately active. Participants should be capable of walking distances as great as 2 miles, though this amount of walking will rarely be required.
Have questions? Please contact us at info@rowantreetravel.com
