Solstice Fundraising Pop-Up 2018

~ Welcome and Happy Solstice Season! ~

This year I am raising funds for Project Graduation at Montclair High School.  It is a loving year-long effort by the local community to level the playing field by raising funds so that a class of about 500 kids can celebrate graduation alcohol- and drug-free with one less thing (paying for the night's activities/transportation) to worry about.

100% of the proceeds from this sale will go to Project Graduation at Montclair High School, now in its 30th year, for the Class of 2019.

Update: Thank you for helping me raise $480 for Project Graduation at Montclair High School!  It has been a grueling year for students and staff with cascading physical plant issues this year and my wish is that the seniors have a wonderful graduation to remember.

My hand knits come from a pet-free and smoke-free home that is also, essentially, fragrance-free.  A select few of these pieces are very gently used, having been worn by me a handful of times (and subsequently washed).

Knitted wool fabric is quite forgiving and most of these hats should fit most adult heads, just fine.  (The model's noggin measures 23".)

The knits were photographed both indoors and outdoors this year due to weather constraints.  (A few of the photos were taken at the time a project was completed.  The length of my hair will give those away.)  The colors can look quite different photo to photo and some colors behaved better than others.  Please bear in mind also, that colors can vary somewhat monitor to monitor.

I will be covering the cost of domestic (USA) shipping, when applicable, this year.  Local friends, please feel free to shop in-house, in-person, if your time and energy allows.  I would love to see you!

Please e-mail me (shirleypond4@gmail.com) with your interest in an item/items, or with any questions.  Inquiries regarding bulk discounts welcome.  Also new this year, any item priced at $30 may be combined with another priced at $30 for a two for $50 deal.

~ Hats ~

#3: Handspun / Shackleton

For the explorer.  The nubby handspun wool used for this hat was made by a ceramicist in northern California and was a gift.  The lanolin-rich wool feels almost like a pelt and will keep you warm on your expeditions.  It should soften with wear.  This hat is comfortably large.

(not sure if it's) 100% wool (but I think it is)

$30

#13: Rowan Purelife British Sheep Breeds / Brassica

For those who want to serve up Old Man Winter...a bit of Old Man Winter.  I love the undyed natural color of this hat.  The lanolin left in the minimally processed yarn gives it an unmistakable sheepiness perfect for outerwear.  You'll want to keep this function-over-form hat close during blizzard conditions.

$30

#14: Twirl Natural Colors / Barley

For those who dig plants, especially succulents.  This beanie is knit in Twirl Yarn, supported by the folks at Fibershed.  I am really into names and "Euphorbia" sounded otherworldly and had me googling as soon as I could get to some internet.  The colorway has tonal warmth and is a blend of brown and gray with the faintest aura of yellow-green.  It is a color that both makes sense and is unusual.  This hat has an undeniably scratchy hand and will soften with wear.  It is light and will easily scrunch into a coat pocket.

wool/alpaca/mohair

$30

~ Cowls ~

#3: Harrisville Designs Highland / Sugar Plum

For those who love a good leaf peepin'.  Harrisville Designs Highland yarn, from New Hampshire, is engineered to last and will soften with wear.  This stunning colorway is called Foliage.

100% wool

$30

~ Shawls/Scarves ~

#2: Malabrigo Worsted; Noro Silk Garden / Striped Scarf

For those about to rock (the pink), we salute you.  This scarf practically glows.  The pink stripes are the buttery soft Malabrigo Worsted that I used to make a number of Pussy Hats.  The other stripes are Noro Silk Garden and range from red to purple to orange to brown to gray to periwinkle.  The scarf is 78" long and 4.5" wide and soft, warm and comfortable.

$30

~ Next Level ~

#1: Blacker Yarns Cornish Tin II / Gloria

Poldark alert!  This yarn was a limited special edition and all the colors were named after Cornish Tin mines.  (These are: Gorland Grey and Wheal Kitty Orange.)  All the fibre was sourced in the UK.  I feel a nerdy rhapsody about fibers and colors coming on so will just say that this yarn and resulting fabric were a delight.  This is a double loop cowl that can be more snugly secured with a pin if desired.

  

40% wool/20% alpaca/10% merino/10% Shetland/10% Jacob/10% mohair

$50

~ The Super Special One ~

Madelinetosh Tosh Merino Light / Inchworm

$100/SOLD (!!!)

Last year's fundraiser raised $600 for the Crohn's and Colitis Foundation (with philanthropic matching funds doubled the amount received by the foundation).  It was a profound honor and privilege to be able to give.  Thank you for taking the time to come take a look ~ I could not be of service without you.

Wishing you light and peace as we head into the darkest time of year here in the northern hemisphere.

Much love,

Shirley