• Welcome to ehdknits.Here is a glimpse of debonnaire’s distinctive hand-dyed yarns,fine knitting accessories and Erica's original patterns (as well as my random comments!) . All yarns are specially chosen for quality and relative value and are extensively road tested. I also have a large stock of hand-painted needlepoint. with something to interest all. To stitch , I carry a large stock of traditional and specialty threads, including Rainbow Gallery. My mission is simply to inspire you to stitch while providing the best personal service possible. Please feel free to contact me at ehdknitsATgmailDotcom or call (0788-799-4351) to discuss any knitting or needlepoint needs. My patterns are also available through Ravelry and selected knitting yarns at debonnaire.artfire.com (click through buttons on right). Have fun with your project! Erica Downs
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ON THE ROAD

Debonnaire can be found at the following shows in 2013. Check back for updates!

Jan 17-19         Creative Crafts, Sandown Park, Esher. Surrey

Feb 14-17         L’aiguilles du Fetes- Paris, France

Feb 22-24        Unravel, Farnham Surrey

Mar 1-3             Make it  Stitch it- Farnborough

Mar 7-10          Creative Stitches- Glasgow SECC

Mar 14-17        Knitting and Stitching Show, Olympia, London

Apr 26-28        Wonderwool Wales

May 2-4             Creative Crafts, Manchester

June 2-23          Woolfest, Cockermouth  Cumbria

July 27-28        Fibre East

Sept                     Creative Crafts, Sandown Park, Esher                 

Oct 10-14.         Knitting and Stitching Show, Alexandra Palace

Nov 11-12         Boutique de Noel, Kensington Town Hall, London

Nov 21-24         Knitting and Stitching Show, Harrogate



AT HOME

The new studio in Dunsden, Berkshire is open. 

KNITTING CLASSES

Knitting classes ,either private or group, are available. Learn to knit or needlepoint or improve your stitching skills. I can provide bespoke projects depending on your interests.Current class topics include:

1.Knitting with 2 circular needles- anything you can knit with double pointed needles can be knit with circulars.Project: hat, handwarmers or socks.

2.Cables Demystified-learn how to read charts, knitting tips, cable without a cable needle.

3.Working with novelty yarns- characteristics of various novelties, knitting techniques, uses as embellishment, plan a project.

4.2 socks on 2 circulars- avoid second sock syndrome and learn about basic sock construction.

5.Adult refresher course- hone your knitting skills- learn about new yarns and knitting materials.

6.Adult/Teen Beginner course (2 sessions)-learn to knit, Purl, cast on and bind off. Understanding pattern lingo and the importance of gauge.

7.Felt a bag- knit a bag using circular needles and shrink it! Learn about different felting techniques and knitted bag construction.

Note: 1/2 Hour private lesson free with £50 puchase of yarn!

Call 0788-799-4351 or e-mail ehdknits@gmail.com

5 Responses

  1. Hey I know the date of the Colet Court school fair now before Carl does. tee hee.

  2. Dear Erica, I wonder if you can help me.

    When I was at Aintree 2010/2011. I bought a skein of beautiful blue silk yarn from you, and because I read somewhere that I could make a shawl from one skein of yarn, I proceeded with my skein of blue silk. I am now three quarters of the way through the pattern and am looking at the yarn getting smaller and smaller and fear I am going to run out before the end! What would be the chances of you still stocking the same yarn? I still have the ball band which says :

    Lustre-100% mulberry silk
    100g +/- 300m
    hand dyed
    col: 4.blue
    4-4.5mm needle

  3. Dear Erica, I wonder if you can help me!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
    When i was London Olympia last year, I bought 3 skein of yarn from you.And I would like one more ,please.
    The ball band says:
    100% Wool-DK
    100g = 200m
    col:green/purple
    4-5 mm needle
    Hand Wash 168881
    debonnaire

  4. Dear Erica,
    my friend has been today in Blue Water and she got it for me.Luckily.
    Thank you very much for you fast respons.
    happy knitting
    Dagmar

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