Year One is in the Books!

Hello, My Beautiful Friends!

Today marks the one year anniversary of Vanrey Knits! Can you even believe it’s been a whole year? Someone pinch me, please!

None of it would have been magical without all of you! YOU make my knitting/crochet world sparkle and shine and fill it with. laughter and love!

The support I’ve received this year is immeasurable. Some of you truly went out of your way to support me and my dreams, and for that I will be forever grateful! The kind messages, the yarn support, the “keep going” when I thought maybe I should turn down another path has been instrumental in bringing Vanrey Knits to where it is today… a fledgling design company I am super crazy proud of!

I’m even more excited to see where we are this time next year. I have so many ideas and designs swimming around in my head and wish I had the capability to get them out to you faster! From inception to test knitting, to editing, to the art/layout of the pattern design, social media and then release… a lot goes into bringing each design to you, the supporters, and I love every moment because YOU are worth all of it!

Let’s take a stroll through this past year at VRK and revisit some designs I am so proud to have put out into this beautiful world of fiber!

It's the VanRey (Kn)IT LIST, A Whole Year of VRK Edition!!

But First…

When VRK began and I started working with Dani, it was only matter of time before a shawl came out of us fit for the Golden Goddess herself, Stevie Nicks! The White Winged Dove Shawl, an homage to her rock ballad Edge of Seventeen, is an ethereal knit, evocative of the Rock & Roll era of Haight Ashbury in the 1960s/70s.

Made of lofty 100% recycled sari silk, lace and sequin novelty yarn, this knit is quick and dirty like the rockstars of its time! An airy feel, an intuitive airy lace repeat and huge needles make this shawl the weekend project that dreams are made of!

The Experience is over now but was offered in many forms, you can peep the options below that were offered:

The Backstage Box is a very limited edition curated box of goodies to go along with the Stevie Knits Experience! You not only receive the digital pattern pdf., but two skeins of sari silk yarn in “Dove”, a special collaboration between Vanrey Knits and the Fiber Genie yarn. Two mini skeins of lace and sequin novelty yarn for fringe, two handmade chakra crystal stitch markers, Tuft Woolens for Vanrey Knits Knitting Balm, a Stevie Knits notions pouch filled with more magical treats, two community Zoom sessions, access to a private Instagram group, along with a few video tutorials to aid in demystifying the shawl pattern!
Front Row Tickets (an Experience & Community option) includes the digital shawl pattern pdf., two Community Zoom sessions, access to a private insta group, and knitting tutorials!
The Solo Artist - You just want the pattern and to find your own yarn to make it with? Fine by us! Light a candle, flip on the record player and create your own peaceful knitting experience!

Experiences went on sale Sunday, September 8th at 12 pm ET

** There were very limited amounts of The Backstage Box and they sold out within 4 hours, so if you are considering joining our next experience, we would suggest being signed up for the newsletter.

White Winged Dove Shawl Pattern available on Ravelry and Etsy.

Let’s Take a Trip…

Down VRK Memory Lane!

**Scrappy Snuggles Blankie**

September 2023

**Dream Weaver Eye Mask**

February 2024

Let Me Convince You To…

Try Something New!

Life’s short. It’s never too late to follow your dreams!

**Beginner Embroidery Kit**
**by Clever Poppy**

Love knitting but feel like sometimes you need a palette cleanser? Try embroidery! It’s never too late to learn a new craft!

**Pottery Wheel Classes** **at the Montclair Art Museum**

You’ve always wanted to try your hand at throwing a pot? Look for a museum or studio near you and give it a go!

**Learn to Sew Garments**
**at Urban Sewciety**

Drooling over all the clothes some makers can create for themselves? Find a fabric store and take a class!

**Pick-up an Instrument**
**School of Rock**

Sick of just watching others shred on guitar? Let School of Rock teach you how to release your inner Rocker!

Let’s Lift That Curtain…

BTS Here at VRK!

Behind the Scenes so so much is going on! I’m excited to let you in on a few tidbits!

☀️ It feels so good to finally let Stevie Knits out into the world! Dani and I have been talking about this experience box since late last year and the fact that it’s almost time for release is giving me all the feels!!

☀️ Speaking of Dani. . . This journey wouldn’t have been the same without my incredible bestie and fiber partner in crime. Her unwavering support and endless creativity have been a constant source of inspiration. She has not only stood by my side through every plot twist and turn, but has also reminded me to believe in myself and keep going during some of the darkest days, all while playing an essential role in Vanrey Knits' success this year. Her friendship has not only lifted me up but has been an integral part of the heart and soul behind Vanrey Knits’ growth this year. Thank you, Dani, for always being my anchor and muse. My fav pic of us from back in 2018 below:

And that's the VRK News For Now. . .Until next time…

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See you soon!

Xx Vanessa

A Whole Year of VRK Edition!

But First…

Down VRK Memory Lane!

Try Something New!

BTS Here at VRK!

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