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SHOP HOURS
Monday: CLOSED
Tuesday: 11 - 5
Wednesday: 11 - 5
Thursday: 11 - 5
Friday: 11 - 5
Saturday: 10 - 4
Sunday: 12 - 4
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Here at ReBelle, April is a month bursting with creativity and the promise of new beginnings. As the days grow longer and the weather becomes more inviting, Spring is the perfect time to dive into your passion for knitting, crochet, and all things fiber arts. Whether you're crafting under the gentle glow of spring sunshine or still snug indoors, April offers endless inspiration for your projects.
We are kicking off the season this Saturday as we celebrate Local Yarn Store day with a special Pop-Up with Stephanie of Deep Dyed Yarns. Here's to a month filled with creativity, community, and, of course, lots of yarn! Happy crafting!
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For those of you who like to knit or crochet on the go, the Lemonwood Mini Minder stylishly holds your yarn either from your wrist or from your bag, right where you need it while you work. We just got a restock of Lemonwood with a few new items and lots of new original minder designs.
Introducing the Color Block Basic B Mini Minders. These clear acrylic Mini Minders feature colorful bases and spindles that you can mix-and-match to create custom pieces with your favorite colors. As with the originals, each Minder comes with a leather strap and a cotton dust bag.
For those looking to use their minders at home instead of on-the-go, we have the Lemonwood Whirl! The Whirl adds even more versatility to your Mini Minder allowing it to become one of the smoothest yarn spinners on the market. Simply stick your Mini Minder in, twist for extra stability, unclip the strap, and start stitching!
We also have 13 new styles of the original Mini Minders in the shop and the minder hooks that can be used to hang the minders (or other things such as project bags) from tables or ledges.
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The April Crazy Beautiful Color of the month from Emma's Yarns is a gorgeous swirl of pinks and peaches, perfect for spring.
As usual, the color plays well with a huge variety of coordinating colors! Pictured here (top to bottom) with Later Gator, Julep, Aloha, and Sweet Magnolia.
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One of the most exciting events this month is Local Yarn Store Day, a celebration of the vibrant community and the unique shops that support our beloved crafts. Mark your calendars for April 25th, when yarn stores across the nation will open their doors wide, offering special yarns, exclusive patterns, and a chance to connect with fellow yarn lovers.
This year we are celebrating with an in-shop pop-up with Stephanie of Deep Dyed Yarns! For those of you not familiar with her yarns, Stephanie is known for her beautiful saturated colorways, dyed right up the street in Nicholasville, Ky. Her colors are the perfect companion for your cozy fall projects. You have probably seen her Good Juju and Figment yarns in the shop, but this is your chance to see even more- more colors, more yarn types, more of everything!!
We have a few special kits out in the shop for LYS day as well as giveaways and pattern codes from Blue Sky Fibers, Berroco, Cascade, Skacel, Malabrigo, and a new LYS Day Design from Casapinka. Thank you for 20 wonderful years, we are privileged to be your local yarn shop!
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For the month of April, we will be participating in Malabrigo's Orienta Shawl KAL. The Orienta Shawl from Malabrigo is a beautiful design by Cory Boberg that explores the interplay of color and contrast in a way that’s both engaging to knit and stunning to wear.
As usual, we have color packs available in the shop with the new Aura Collection color selections and some of our selections or if you prefer to pick your own, we are always here to help. You can register with Malabrigo to receive the pattern, updates, and chances to win prizes here- https://mailchi.mp/malabrigoyarn/kal-orienta
All ReBelle knit alongs are free and open to the public. You are welcome to attend as many or as few of the KAL sessions as you like.
Join Zoom Meeting
Meeting ID: 854 4020 0833
Passcode: AURA
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For those needing a project for the warmer months, we are doing a Sweet Summer Top Knit/Crochet along for the month of May. As in past years, each person will pick their own pattern to make and we will all work on them together learning about different yarns and construction styles as we go. Robyn created a Ravelry bundle with several pattern ideas for both knit and crochet if you need some help finding the perfect pattern. We are also available in the shop if you need help finding a pattern for a particular yarn.
All ReBelle knit/crochet alongs are free and open to the public and you can attend as many or as few sessions as you like.
Join Zoom Meeting
Meeting ID: 838 8682 8105
Passcode: soleil
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Join Us for a Lazy Sunday Stitch-In
Come join other Lexington area knitters, crocheters, and stitchers while we craft away a lazy Sunday afternoon. This gathering is the perfect opportunity to unwind, share your latest projects, and learn from fellow crafters in a supportive and friendly environment. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned pro, everyone is welcome!
While you're here, don't forget to stop by and visit our friends next door at Olive's Apron. They have prepared a delightful selection of warm teas and tasty treats to nibble on while you stitch away the afternoon. There's nothing quite like the combination of good company, delicious snacks, and the soothing rhythm of crafting to make your Sunday feel truly special.
Sunday, May 10. 1-4pm
Sunday, June 14. 1-4pm
Sunday, July 12. 1-4pm
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Monthly Project Help Sessions
Whether you are stuck in the middle of a pattern and want some guidance, need some finishing help, or just need a bit of motivation, join Susan for her Project Help Sessions and get those outstanding projects done. No matter which fiber art you enjoy- knitting, crochet, weaving, felting, Susan can get you and your project back on track. Sessions will take place on the first Wednesday of most months, each group session is $20 for two hours and space is limited so register early.
Teacher: Susan Winkler
Wednesday, May 6, 6:30-8:30pm
Wednesday, June 3. 6:30-8:30pm
Wednesday, July 1. 6:30-8:30
1 Session. $20
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Repairing Mistakes as You Knit
In this class you will learn to fix common mistakes in your knitting as you go, without having to rip out several rows or start over. We will cover reading your knitting, counting rows, identifying common mistakes, techniques for frogging, and making repairs in finished pieces.
Teacher: Robyn Wade
Saturday, May 2. 1-4pm
1 class, $30
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Round Nesting Boxes
The Round Nesting Boxes by Frankie Brown are the perfect project for using up some stash yarn while creating a functional container to hold all those crafty bits and bobs cluttering up your area. Make one for fun, or a rainbow series for even more fun! In this class you will learn to use a combination of slipped stitches and plastic canvas to make a structural box. In the first class you will use stash yarn to knit these fun circular boxes in a slip stitch rib pattern. Then, in the second class Susan will lead you in putting your boxes together.
You will need 50g of DK weight yarn, a US size 2.5 and 3 needles, including a long US3 circular (at least 32”) to accommodate the increases in the bases. Susan will provide the plastic canvas in the second class.
Teacher: Susan Winkler
Thursdays, May 7 and 21, 6:30-8:30pm.
2 classes, $30
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Waffle Washcloth
These beautiful and functional cloths make perfect gifts for friends and family. This straightforward pattern creates a wonderful texture and absorbent cloth you’ll reach for again and again.
Basic crochet skills are required for this class, and this project is geared for the advanced beginner to intermediate crocheter. We will be working in flat crochet and learning how to make front post double crochet stitches. This washcloth uses less than 100 yards of worsted weight cotton yarn and a US G6/4.0 mm hook.
Teacher: Raellyn Hatter
Saturday, May 9. 10am - 12pm
1 class, $20
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Amigurumi Ice Cream
Join Raellyn to learn how to make your own sweet treat with this amigurumi class. We’ll be making our favorite flavors in either the mini or big scoop sizes with this free pattern from StringyDingDing.
Basic crochet skills are required for this class. We will be learning how to make a magic ring, working in the round, using increases to shape pour work, and how to finish and assemble our figures neatly.
This pattern uses small amounts of worsted weight yarn and a US G6/4.0mm hook. We will provide the safety eyes, some black embroidery floss to create the smile, and the stuffing.
Teacher: Raellyn Hatter
Saturday, May 9. 1-3pm
1 class, $20
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Lime and Coconut Bag
Dreaming of sunny days ahead and planning for fun in the sun this summer? Join Raellyn to make a perfect summer accessory, the Lime N’ Coconut Beach Bag. It features a floral design on the bottom and beautifully arched arcade motifs make up the sides of this elegant little bag.
Basic crochet skills are needed for this class, and you’ll learn how to crochet in the round and join rows to build this bag from the bottom up. You will need about 275 yards of worsted weight cotton and a US H-8/5mm crochet hook.
Teacher: Raellyn Hatter
Mondays, May 11 & 18. 6-8 pm
2 classes, $30
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Non-Cooperative Brick
Sometimes, you just need to throw something. But safety first! Hannah Roderick’s Non-Cooperation brick is just the ticket and a great way to use up stash. Knit from any weight yarn, you’ll learn how to knit to specific dimensions, rather than following a standard pattern and how to reinforce your knitting to make firmer, more structured shapes.
Bring yarn and needles that are 1 or 2 sizes smaller than your yarn suggests to knit a firm fabric. This is a beginner-friendly project- if you can knit and purl, you can make a brick!
Teacher: Susan Winkler
Tuesdays, May 12 and 26, 6:30-8:30pm.
2 classes, $30
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Doodle Knits
This class will show you how to use the Doodle Knit Patterns by Jamie Lomax of Pacific Knit Co. Everything about this class will be customizable. You will start by choosing a base pattern from the Doodle Knits book, deck, or the patterns available individually on Ravelry. You will then select from the individual motifs or motif collections (also available in the book, in the decks, or on Ravelry) and mix and match them to create your perfect garment. There are lots of options including cowls, scarves, hats, stockings, mittens, a headband, or a coffee cup cozy. In this class, we’ll learn how to plug in her fun little motifs, a little color theory, and how to use her designs with other patterns. This class is an excellent introduction to stranded colorwork, but will also be a fun adventure for more advanced knitters.
Teacher: Susan Winkler
Wednesdays, May 13, 20, & 27. 6:30-8:30pm
3 classes, $40
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HOURS
Monday: CLOSED
Tuesday: 11 - 5
Wednesday: 11 - 5
Thursday: 11 - 5
Friday: 11 - 5
Saturday: 10 - 4
Sunday: 12 - 4
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