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1 North Light Fibers & Block Island Block Island, Rhode Island September 30- October 3, 2016

The Nature Conservancy has designated Block Island One of the 12 last great places in the Western Hemisphere.

experience in unique locations across the country for knitters to come together, learn from knitting experts and enjoy the

For the 3rd time, Vogue Knitting LIVE Destination Experience has partnered with North Light Fibers and premier hotels on the island

2 The Nature Conservancy has designated Block Island One of the 12 last great places in the Western Hemisphere. Vogue Knitting LIVE Destination Experiences The Vogue Knitting LIVE Destination Experience is an exclusive destination weekend experience in unique locations across the country for knitters to come together, learn from knitting experts and enjoy the camaraderie of their fellow knitters. For the 3rd time, Vogue Knitting LIVE Destination Experience has partnered with North Light Fibers and premier hotels on the island including The 1661 Inn and the Manisses Hotel for a one-of-a kind knitting getaway experience, September 30- October 3, For pricing information please contact Doreen Connors, Director of Advertising Sales at or vkdestination@sohopublishing.com.

North Light Fibers North Light Fibers is one of America s leading Micro Yarn Mills, producing handcrafted minimally processed yarns and hand made, handwoven and handknit garments and home décor.

your knitting pleasure. Colors- The Micro Yarn Mill dyes on the natural fleece and blends colors to create beautiful and rich colorways.

3 North Light Fibers North Light Fibers is one of America s leading Micro Yarn Mills, producing handcrafted minimally processed yarns and hand made, handwoven and handknit garments and home décor. The yarns are designed for knitters: Quality Fibers The yarns are blended with baby alpaca, cashmere, camel, silk, merino, bamboo, yak and other exotics to deliver the optimal characteristics for your knitting pleasure. Colors- The Micro Yarn Mill dyes on the natural fleece and blends colors to create beautiful and rich colorways. The Ocean Block Island is known for the ocean, sky and light, in addition to the beaches and nature trails (44% of the island is protected from development). The ocean air enhances the fulling and character of the yarn. 100% Made in America Everything is made in America and we work closely with American farmers, artisans and organizations philosophically aligned with our core beliefs.

BLOCK ISLAND Block Island is nestled in the Atlantic 12 miles from coastal Rhode Island and offers what does not seem possible anymore -

The Island is famous for its miles of beaches, sparkling clear waters, dramatic bluffs, preserved open spaces, and fun filled activities for

No wonder that the Nature Conservancy has designated Block Island One of the 12 last great places in the Western Hemisphere.

fantastic colors, warmth and enjoyment. To get to Block Island, one can fly from Westerly RI in a small plane or take a ferry from from Pt.

4 BLOCK ISLAND Block Island is nestled in the Atlantic 12 miles from coastal Rhode Island and offers what does not seem possible anymore - simple relaxation in a startling beautiful place. The Island is famous for its miles of beaches, sparkling clear waters, dramatic bluffs, preserved open spaces, and fun filled activities for visitors of all ages. Block Island has long been a haven for those desiring a simpler, slower, and more carefree life. No wonder that the Nature Conservancy has designated Block Island One of the 12 last great places in the Western Hemisphere. Recently knitting, spinning and weaving events have been led by North Light Fibers to establish Block Island as a knitting destination with fantastic colors, warmth and enjoyment. To get to Block Island, one can fly from Westerly RI in a small plane or take a ferry from from Pt. Judith, RI. Trains connect to the ferries and cabs are available to get you to the ferry. We will help coordinate travel arrangements. For pricing information please contact Doreen Connors, Director of Advertising Sales at or vkdestination@sohopublishing.com.

Vogue Knitting Live Destination Trip 2015 Friday, Sept 30 3:00 p.m. Depart on Ferry from Pt. Judith, Rhode Island to Block Island (or earlier boat) 4:00 p.m. Check-in to hotels 6:00 p.m. Welcome reception 6:30 p.

5 Vogue Knitting Live Destination Trip 2015 Friday, Sept 30 3:00 p.m. Depart on Ferry from Pt. Judith, Rhode Island to Block Island (or earlier boat) 4:00 p.m. Check-in to hotels 6:00 p.m. Welcome reception 6:30 p.m. Dinner and presentation from Vogue Knitting editor Carla Scott Saturday, Oct 1 8:00 9:00 a.m. Breakfast 9:00 12:00 a.m. Knitting Workshop I 12:00 1:00 p.m. Lunch 2:00 3:30 p.m. Tour the North Light Fibers Micro Yarn Mill & Abrams Animal Farm. See how yarn is made and learn about fibers. Pet a yak, feed alpacas, and jump with kangaroos 4:00 5:30 p.m. Bus Tour of Block Island 6:00 6:30 p.m. Wine and Cheese 6:30 p.m. Dinner Sunday, Oct 2 8:00 9:00 a.m. Breakfast 9:00 12:00 a.m. Knitting Workshop II 12:00 1:00 p.m. Lunch 2:30 4:30- Special Presentation from Deborah Newton- Unraveling Sweater Shapes 6:00 6:30 p.m. Wine and Cheese 7 p.m. Dinner Monday, Oct 3 8:00 9:00 a.m. Breakfast Depart Block Island on the Ferry- Ferry Schedule to Pt. Judith 11am, 3pm, 5pm Please note that the schedule is tentative and subject to change. Nearest airport is Providence, RI (PVD) Destination price includes, lodging, all meals, workshops, tours, gift bags, taxes and gratuities. Rates start at $1895 per person for double occupancy. Spouses, partners, and non knitting friends welcome at a discounted rate! If interested in sharing a room with a fellow knitter, please let us know and we can assist with that.

Designers / Instructors Carla Scott A knitter since age 7, Carla Scott is currently Editor in Chief of Knit Simple and Executive Editor of Vogue Knitting International, both published by Soho

She created and edited the Vogue Knitting Stitchionary series and is closely involved in the various knitting books published by Soho.

6 Designers / Instructors Carla Scott A knitter since age 7, Carla Scott is currently Editor in Chief of Knit Simple and Executive Editor of Vogue Knitting International, both published by Soho Publishing Co. She has been working with Vogue Knitting magazine since 1982 and has enjoyed hosting the VK Tours for the past 15 years. She created and edited the Vogue Knitting Stitchionary series and is closely involved in the various knitting books published by Soho. Her career in the hand-knitting industry spans over 35 years, working for various yarn companies, knitting magazine and book publishers in New York City. Carla lives in Manhattan with her husband and daughter (who is also a knitter). Knitting Workshops with Carla Scott Charting your Course- Take the fear out of following charted patterns. Whether you have never knit from a chart before, or love following charts, there is plenty to discover in this workshop. Learn the basics of chart reading, how to decode them, and how to follow them for repeats and sizing. We will knit swatches following a variety of stitch charts (no words), from easy to complicated patterns. We will also look at the aspects of charts that can be confusing, such as the no stitch, and learn how to draw charts on graph paper from a written stitch pattern.

Rosemary studied textile science in college, earning a distinction in needlework studies.

7 Rosemary Drysdale Rosemary Drysdale is a designer and teacher of knitting and embroidery. While growing up in Northern England, she learned to knit socks at age 7 and was introduced to embroidery by her grandmother. Rosemary studied textile science in college, earning a distinction in needlework studies. After relocating to the US in her early twenties, she enjoyed a decade-spanning career as an embroidery and knitting teacher and designer at Pratt Institute and FIT in New York. She s traveled the world lecturing and promoting her publications. More recently, she was a yarn store owner and is currently Knitting Editor at Vogue Knitting and Knit Simple magazines; she is also a consultant and designer in the yarn industry. Rosemary s book Entrelac (Sixth&Spring Books), was published in November 2010, and her latest, Entrelac 2 (Sixth&Spring Books), published October Knitting Workshops with Rosemary Drysdale Intro to Entrelac: It s easier than you think. Learn how to work entrelac using stockinette stitch, then go on to work a sampler incorporating pattern stitches into the technique, taking entrelac to a new dimension. or for more advanced entrelac skills: Entrelac in the Round: Take entrelac to the next level by working it into circles! Create a stunning piece that can be transformed into a pincushion, pillow, and more. Rosemary Drysdale, the expert in all things entrelac,

Deborah is a world-renowned designer, knitter and knitting instructor who has been selling her designs to magazines, the yarn industry and 7th Ave for over 30 years.

8 Deborah Newton Deborah Newton worked in theater costuming before becoming a knitwear designer. One writer once wrote that Deborah Newton is to the world of knitting what Julia Child was to the world of fine home cooking. Deborah is a world-renowned designer, knitter and knitting instructor who has been selling her designs to magazines, the yarn industry and 7th Ave for over 30 years. Deborah has published numerous books, including Designing Knitwear (Taunton Press, 1998) that is a staple for every knitters library, Heirloom Baby Knits, Finishing School, and the newest, Good Measure. Special Presentation with Deb Newton UNRAVELING SWEATER SHAPES! Join designer Deborah Newton for an afternoon presentation about understanding unique sweater shapes for better fit! Have you ever wondered about how a raglan style is different than a saddle shoulder? Or what makes a cap sleeve sweater fit a certain way? Would you like to learn some ways to adapt simple dropped shoulder knitted garments for better fit? What s the best way to knit a dolman-style sweater for your size and shape? Come and learn from a professional designer how to unravel the intricacies of the various kinds of sweaters that we encounter in patterns. Deborah will shine a light on alterations we might like to make in patterns for better fit! Also-- Deborah will bring many of her favorite sweaters that have appeared in Vogue Knitting as well as her books FINISHING SCHOOL and GOOD MEASURE. Come and see them up close, hands-on!

9 Cancellation Policy All cancellations must be received by May 1, 2016 for a full refund except for the non refundable $500 deposit. All cancellations must be received in writing via fax, post, or . No refunds for cancellations will be issued after May 1, Please direct all correspondence to Vogue Knitting LIVE Destination Experience ATTN: Doreen Connors, 161 Avenue of the Americas, Suite 1301, New York, NY 10013, T: F: or vkdestination@sohopublishing.com

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