Blocking and Finishing Services
Susan HowettFor questions and more information regarding blocking and finishing services, email susansknittinghelp@gmail.com
Items will be blocked or finished in a smoke-free environment closed off to pets. When dropping off your items, please include the finished measurements/diagram page of your pattern with the size you knit clearly indicated. Items can be dropped off and picked up at the yarn shop during normal business hours. Turnaround time is typically one week. Susan will contact you when your item is ready for pick up. All payments for blocking and finishing will go directly to Susan. Cash or checks ONLY will be accepted for special services and payments will be placed in an envelope for Susan to pick up.
Blocking Prices
- Hats, mittens and simple cowls: $10.00
- Scarves, Shawls and larger or more complex cowls: $15.00
- Lacey Scarves and Shawls requiring blocking wires and extra attention: $20.00
- Adult Sweaters: $20.00
Blocking prices DO NOT include seaming and weaving in ends. Susan is happy to finish garments and other items, but estimates will vary depending of complexity.
Repairs and Washing Services
Desi VergaraFor questions and more information regarding repair and washing services, email desi.v.vergara@gmail.com
Items will be repaired or washed in a smoke-free environment closed off to pets, though cats are in the house. When dropping off your items, please attach a note with your Name, Phone Number and Email to best reach you. Items can be dropped off and picked up at the yarn shop during normal business hours. Repairs will be inspected and picked up by Desi on Mondays and Wednesday. Desi will contact you with a cost estimate after inspecting items on these days. Turnaround time is typically one-two weeks for repairs and one week for washes. Desi will contact you once items are ready to be picked up. All payments for repairs and washings will go directly to Desi. Cash or checks ONLY will be accepted for special services and payments will be placed in an envelope for Desi to pick up.
Repair and Washing Prices
- Snags: $5.00
- Small holes (approximately less than 20 mm in diameter): $15.00
- Large holes (approximately 20 mm or larger in diameter): $20.00
- Extra large holes (approximately 50 mm or larger in diameter): $30.00+
(All mends are assumed to be invisible by default; visible mending techniques like sashiko or darning patches are an option as well)
- Washing (sweaters, garments, and accessories): $15.00
- Washing (Blankets and throws): $20.00
(scentless and scented detergents used as requested)