The before ~
By Sarah | January 23, 2009
Very much not a fan of over-head fluorescent lighting. That is being addressed. Fortunately there is a very nice South facing window = very good light in the afternoon.
Scared, exceedingly excited and a smidge overwhelmed (but totally in a good way, of course). That’s me, in a nutshell, this week. I signed a lease on a DYE STUDIO (sadly, the studio at my Dad’s workshop just wasn’t working out and was more than 20 miles from my house – this new studio is only four miles from home).
Do you know what this means? It means, of course, more yarn. But, also, slightly larger dye runs, several more bases, capability to do more yarn shows (which means I get to see all of you, face-to-face. How cool is that?!??!) and, well, the creative juices are about to over-flow I’m so excited!
This space will be 99.9% dedicated to being a dye studio. However, it’s in the works to have a “Sit N Knit” twice a month (I’m thinking Friday afternoon/ evenings – but that’s flexible. Maybe one Friday and/or one Monday or Saturday. But, twice a month for sure). And, most definitely, there will be an open-house. For those of you not in the area I’ll have a “virtual open-house” and for those that want to make the trek…. fantastic!!! I’ll get to see you in person and there will be sweet and savory treats, comfy chairs, coffee and drinks and yarn, always the yarn.
Definitely more news to come. But, If you’ll excuse me, I have a lot of yarn to move, a stove to have installed, walls to paint, and, well just get organized. I promise, I’ll document the entire process to share with all of you. After all, it’s because of you that I am able to do this – I can’t thank you enough…. just can’t.
In the meantime, here’s a few pics to keep you updated:
Sam and Elmer T checking out the new digs. They approve.
Bob, checking out the new plumbing.
Dad brought me a sink. Heaps of yarn that thing will hold!
Keep me away from the hex wrenches and tools. Not a good combo. Brother-In-Law #3 dropped by to fix my mistake(s). Thanks Dan.
Elmer T and a new obsession. I feel another restoration coming on.
23 Comments
Renee on January 23, 2009 at 10:27 pm.
Congratulations, Sarah!! This is so exciting. Looking forward to seeing the After pictures! Love the idea of a knitting social ~ wish I lived closer. Happy renovating!
Lara on January 23, 2009 at 11:45 pm.
This is soooo exciting! What a wonderful opportunity for you – and for all of us who want more of your yarn! Can’t wait to see more on this project.
Mick on January 24, 2009 at 12:00 am.
So awesome, Sarah. Congrats! Count me in for the open house, and let me know if you need any help. I’d be happy to pitch in!
Dee on January 24, 2009 at 4:47 am.
Congrats, honey!
EtSu on January 24, 2009 at 5:55 am.
Congrats on the new digs!
Amanda on January 24, 2009 at 6:55 am.
So cool! Wish I lived close enough to be able to go to your sit ‘n knit…
I’m so happy for you and your success. I have enjoyed watching your business grow!
christine on January 24, 2009 at 7:23 am.
whoooo!! How far do you think it could be to go from Massachusetts to Michigan
yarnsnob on January 24, 2009 at 7:44 am.
oooh this IS exciting! Great new start to the new year
You go girl! xx
stacey on January 24, 2009 at 8:11 am.
How wonderful for you – I am so excited for the stuido! Yay – I am so counting the days til you come to Madison for the Harlot gig:)
Jodi on January 24, 2009 at 9:42 am.
Woo hoo! Congrats, Sarah. I’d love to make the trek out for your studio-warming.
Wannabe on January 24, 2009 at 10:36 am.
*Feverishly checks under the couch cushions for extra change….must save to come to Sit and Knit.*
I’m over the moon for you….I hope you know that.
Emily on January 24, 2009 at 11:17 am.
That is so exciting!!! Congratulations…it probably hasn’t fully sunk in yet. Sam is soooo adorable in that little coat!
Naomi on January 24, 2009 at 12:50 pm.
What great news this is, indeed!
Maybe I’ll have to fly out for one of your sit n’ knit’s!
Congratulations. You so deserve it!
stinkerbell on January 24, 2009 at 2:55 pm.
Yay!! Congratulations…
Also I can say that if you offered dying classes… I *MIGHT* just be taking a trip 
Just an idea you know- hehehe!
All the better to maybe get my hands on some of that yarn again
Emily on January 24, 2009 at 4:16 pm.
So, so exciting!
The Baron on January 24, 2009 at 8:07 pm.
Hey SD, way to go! Plucky is growing up. Congrats on your expansion. Maybe one day I will have to knit myself something very fabulous and extravagant.
Toodles,
The Baron
Kirsten on January 25, 2009 at 4:11 pm.
Congratulations Sarah!!! That’s exciting news. I wish I lived closer so that I could come to your open-house and knitting nights.
mai on January 25, 2009 at 5:01 pm.
sarah, this is so exciting! i can’t wait to see how it turns out.
Veronique on January 26, 2009 at 1:45 pm.
Eeee! How exciting!! Oh, how I wish I could come to your Sit n Knit… And I love both the colors that you tried out on the wall. Have fun making this space yours!
Diana-NYC on January 26, 2009 at 2:30 pm.
Good luck with our new venture! Looking forward to all the new yarns you’ll be showing us.
Monica on January 26, 2009 at 4:52 pm.
Congrats on the new studio!! That is really awesome. Can’t wait to see all the new and exciting things to come!
Kathy on January 28, 2009 at 9:14 pm.
How exciting for you. Aren’t we glad that Mary taught you to knit?
Rachel on January 30, 2009 at 6:44 pm.
Hooray, more yarn! Eventually I’ll be able to snag some of your wonderful yarns!