Episode 208 - A tradition continues

Welcome to our dear friend and moderator Robbie! Robbie joins us in our regular segments and to finish off the year we have a discussion about our "love your stash" concept and support discussion in our Ravelry group.

Wishing everyone a holiday season filled with joy and light!

What are we wearing?
Boxy by Joji Locatelli
Robbie's well loved Boxy
Ease by Alicia Plummer
Archer by Elizabeth Doherty
Gayle's Archer

What are we stalking?
Amburgo by Claudia Eisenkolb
Sheer V Sweater by Jessie Mae Martinson
Ceilidh by Julia Falwell-Clay
Mewesic from Green Mountain Spinnery
The Shift by Andrea Mowry
2ply Jumper Weight yarn from Jamieson & Smith
Dilaila's Hoodie by Susanna Winter
Hoodie Shawl Cardigan by Susanne Sommer
Olive Leaf Cardigan by Eri
Hipster Shawl by Joji Locatelli


Thank-you to our sponsor Infinite Twist!

What are we knitting?
Puntilla by Joji Locatelli
Boxy by Joji Locatelli
Reed from Shibui
Fish Lips Kiss Heel by Sox Therapist
Clio by Elizabeth Doherty
The Easy One by Joji Locatelli
The Easy Bulky One by Joji Locatelli
Wee Melia by Ysolda Teague
Elephant Park by Gabrielle Danskknit
My Cup of Tea Mitts by Fluffy Fibers

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Episode 207 - Knitting and Life Lessons from 2019

 

What are we wearing?

Walpole by Hannah Fettig
Clio by Elizabeth Doherty
Gayle's Clio le Deux

What are we stalking?
Asé by Valentina Cosciani
Neverín by Valentina Cosciani
Lichen by Valentina Cosciani
Chinese New Year Sheep/Lamb by Stephanie Jessica Lau
Spring Bunnies by Stephanie Jessica Lau
Dotty Cardigan by Stephanie Jessica Lau
Rosewood Cardigan by Stephanie Jessica Lau
Elephant Park by Gabrielle Danskknit



Thank-you to our sponsor this month!

What are we knitting?
Jessica Jones by Sminé
Puntilla by Joji Locatelli
Blue Sand Cardigan by La Maison Rililie
Wee Melia by Ysolda Teague
My Cup of Tea Mitts by Fluffy Fibers

What have we finished?
Ripple Bralette by Jessie Mae Martinson
Sharlene's Ripple
Tiny Boats by Elizabeth Doherty
Gayle's Tiny Boats
Skyping Beanie by Halldora J
Gayle's Skyping Beanie

Episode 206 - Listener's budget knitting tips

What are we wearing?
Evening Dew Cardigan by Ririko
Sharlene's Evening Dew Cardigan
Super Simple Summer Sweater by Joji Locatelli
Gayle's Super Simple Summer Sweater
Silky Wool from Elsebeth Lavold

What are we stalking?
The Hubby Hat by Anna Joanna
À pois Cardigan by eri
Cat Stack by Claire Slade
The Citrus Hat by Laura Treadway
Skyping Beanie by Halldora J
My Cup of Tea Mitts by Fluffy Fibers


Thank-you Plum Deluxe for sponsoring this episode!

What are we knitting?
Jessica Jones by Sminé
Ripple Bralette by Jessie Mae Martinson
Goldfish Memory by Casapinka
Skyping Beanie by Halldora J
Blue Sands Cardigan by La Maison Rililie

What have we finished?
Farallon by Elizabeth Doherty
June Hat by Meghan Kelly
Dragon Pox Beanie by ALJayKnits
Cloudburst Hat by Cory Ellen Boberg
Nadia's hat by Nadia Crétin Léchenne
Slow Curves by Joji Locatelli

Gayle and I discuss some of the listener's budget tips that were mentioned in the Ravelry thread for the last episode's topic Knitting on a budget. 

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Episode 205 - Knitting on a budget

 

What are we wearing?

Divvy by Jumper Cables
Flamingo Mittens by SpillyJane

What are we stalking?
Pusheen Hat by Sheila Toy Stromberg
Sode by Hiroko Payne
Ambient by Eri
Olive Leaf Cardigan by Eri
Dotted Rays - Speckled Fade by Stephen West
Boardwalk by Stephen West

Thank-you to Plum Deluxe for sponsoring this episode!

What are we knitting?
Jessica Jones by Sminé
Storm Shawl by Joji Locatelli
Dragon Pox Beanie by AlJayKnits
June Hat by Meghan Kelly
Blue Sand Cardigan by La Maison Rililie

What have we finished?
Cedar Pullover by Joji Locatelli
Sharlene's Cedar Pullover
Angel Hat by Kay Jones
Slow Curves by Joji Locatelli
Gayle's Slow Curves

We discuss knitting on a budget, how we each manage our yarn budget, and suggest some ideas for knitting on a budget.
***We mention wool yarns that won't felt during this discussion, but neglected to specify that yarns must say "super wash" on the label in order to be non-felting wool.

Episode 204 - Perfectionism Frustration

What are we wearing?
Latitude by Elizabeth Doherty
Sharlene's Latitude
Ranunculus by Midori Hirose
Gayle's Ranunculus

What are we stalking?
Pioneer Gloves by Kelly McClure
Align Mitts by Courtney Spainhower
Elorie by Elizabeth Doherty
Year of Hats by Kelbourne Woolens
October Hat by Sloane Rosenthal
June Hat by Meghan Kelly
February Hat by Kate Gagnon Osborn
Antler Hat by tincanknits
Angel Hat by Kay Jones
Nadia's hat by Nadia Crétin-Léchenne



Thank-you to Fix-A-Stitch for sponsoring this episode!

What are we knitting?
Jessica Jones by Sminé
Cedar Pullover by Joji Locatelli
BlueSand Cardigan by La Maison Ririlie
Slow Curves by Joji Locatelli
Ashes by Joji Locatelli

What have we finished?
Perfect Reversible Watch Cap by Nancy Elizabeth Munroe
Sharlene's 4th cap
Evening Dew Cardigan by Ririoko
Sharlene's Evening Dew

Perfectionism!
What is "perfect" when it comes to our knitting and crafting projects varies from maker to maker. For example, some sock knitters must knit perfectly matching socks! Others don't mind if the striping varies or if the toes are knit in different colors. Does your need for perfection hold you back from trying new things? Does it ever keep you from finishing projects? Gayle shares the story of her Ashes shawl.

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Episode 203 - Wrapping up the Colors of Fall 2019 KAL

 

What are we wearing?

Granito by Joji Locatelli
Sharlene's Granito
Love Note by Tincanknits
Sharlene's Love Note
Flaum by Justyna Lorkowska
Sharlene's Flaum
Boxy by Joji Locatelli
Gayle's Boxy

What are we stalking?
Nurtured by Andrea Mowry
Dune and Foresta by eri
Heartstrings Crop by Andrea Mowry
Ariel Pullover by EweKnit Toronto
Visser by Anna Maltz
Halvis by Anna Maltz


Thank-you to Fix-A-Stitch for sponsoring this episode!

What are we knitting?
Storm Shawl by Joji Locatelli
Evening Dew Cardigan by Ririko
Super Simple Summer Sweater by Joji Locatelli
Silky Wool from Elsebeth Lavold
Ashes by Joji Locatelli

What have we finished?
Perfect Reversible Watch Cap by Nancy Elizabeth Munroe
Sharlene's Watch Cap
Stashbusting Helix Hats by Jessica Rose
Like a Cloud by Joji Locatelli
Channa by Liisa Nieminen

Thanks so everyone who participated in the 2019 Colors of Fall KAL/CAL! We chat finished objects, fall outfits, and prizes!

Episode 202 - School of Knit, again

What are we wearing?
Boxy by Joji Locatelli

What are we stalking?
Sunrise by Dani Gherardi
Entomologist by Dani Gherardi
Spica Embossed Bag by Natalia Kononova
Stay-Put Baby Mitts by Jilliam Neary
Cowgirl by Emilie Luis

What are we knitting?
Evening Dew Cardigan by Ririko
Perfect Reversible Watch Cap by Nancy Elizabeth Munroe
Like a Cloud by Joji Locatelli

What have we finished?
Second Perfect Reversible Watch Cap by Nancy Elizabeth Munroe
Love Note by Tincanknits
Maypop Hoodie by Susanna Winter

We revisit School of Knit, our occasional segment where we share tips and tricks, and other ways to further your knitting skills.

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Episode 201 - Knitting for our changing bodies

 

What are we wearing?

Love Note by tincanknits
Sharlene's Love Note
Little Bird by Veera Välimäki
Gayle's Little Bird

What are we stalking?
Missoni Accomplished by Melissa Clulow
Graceful Leaves Pullover by Noma Ndlovu
French Press CAL by Toni Lipsey
Geneva Sweater by Cowgirl Blues
Ivyle by Quenna Lee
Ashes by Joji Locatelli


Thank-you to our sponsor Dragonfly Fibers!

What are we knitting?
Love Note by tincanknits
Merino 17 light from Western Sky Knits
Perfect Reversible Watch Cap by Nancy Elizabeth Munroe
Stashbusting Helix Hats by Jessica Rose
Maypop Hoodie by Susanna Winter
Like A Cloud by Joji Locatelli

What have we finished?
Maypop Hoodie by Susanna Winter
009 Hat by Annika Andrea Woke
Sharlene's 009 Hat
Derecho by Allison Green
Sharlene's Derecho
Tides from Holst Garn
Hydrangea Stripe Blanket by Lucy of Attic24
Gayle's Hydrangea Stripe Blanket

We also have a discussion about knitting for changing bodies, and knitting for the body you own right now.

Episode 200 - Honoring and celebrating our podcast colleagues

We think 200 episodes is a fairly impressive number to have in our catalog! In honor of reaching this milestone, we want to honor and celebrate our podcast colleagues who have inspired us, taught us, and befriended us on this journey. Enjoy!

The History Chicks
KnitCast from Marie Irshad
Stash and Burn from Jennie and Nicole

Fluffy Fibers
What is boba tea?

Never Not Knitting from Alana Dakos
Gayle's story on Never Not Knitting: Episode 27
The Sweater "not meant for me"
Sharlene's stonechat hat, sweater, and shawl

Thank-you to our sponsor infinite twist!

The Knitmore Girls from Jasmin and Gigi
The Knit Girllls from Leslie and Laura

DoubleKnit Podcast from Erin and Jessica
GLOW from Netflix
The Office, currently available on Netflix

Stockinette Zombies from Megan and Amy

Curious Handmade from Helen Stewart
Stitches Salt Lake City: Western Sky Knits booth 720

Joji's Journal from Joji Locatelli
Las Knitting Amigas from Joji Locatelli

2 Knit Lit Chicks from Barb and Tracie

The cookbook Gayle has been using:

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Episode 199 - Fantasy knitting while in the shower

What are we wearing?

Magical Thinking by Casapinka
Sharlene's Magical Thinking
Boxy by Joji Locatelli
Gayle's Boxy
Gayle's Featherweight Cardigan

What are we stalking?
Aco by Eri
Olive Leaf Cardigan by Eri
Khanyisa by Noma Ndlovu
Ruched Shawl - Light by Noma Ndlovu
Storm Shawl by Joji Locatelli
No Frills Sweater by PetiteKnits
No Frills Cardigan by PetiteKnits
September Sweater by PetiteKnits
Rainbow Wings by Knitting Expat Designs

Thank-you to our sponsor infinite twist!

What are we knitting?
Maypop Hoodie by Susanna Winter
Derecho by Alison Green
Like a Cloud by Joji Locatelli
Hydrangea Stripe Blanket by Lucy of Attic24

What have we finished?
Cocoon by La Maison Rililie
Sea Anemone Bath Puff/Kitchen Scrubbie
5200K by Suvi Simola
Confetti by Veera Välimäki

Fairy Dust by Dani Sunshine

We discuss the StashFit Workbook from Infinite Twist that helps you enhance your stash in a useful, meaningful way!

Episode 198 - "Knitting soothes the troubled spirit" part 2

Fourteen months ago, in episode 166, we talked about crafting and the effects of depression, anxiety, sadness and grief. All of these feelings can be overwhelming and hinder the joy that we usually derive from our crafting and everyday life. Sometimes our crafting can be a lifeboat in a sea of these  feelings. In this episode, we revisit this topic, and reiterate how important it is to find a way to cope with these completely normal and natural feelings.

If you need professional guidance, please don't hesitate to reach out.

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
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What are we wearing?
Heartfelt by Veera Välimäki

Interpretations 3 Collection

Ease by Alicia Plummer

What are we stalking?

Milky Oolong by Susanna Winter

Breakaway Dogwood Shawl by Lisa Hounshell

Ripple Bralette by Jessie Mae Matinson

Quiet City by Melanie Berg

Moon Drip Swoncho by Dragon Hoard Designs


Thank-you to our sponsor infinite twist!

What are we knitting?

Maypop Hoodie by Susanna Winter

Cocoon by La Maison Rililie

Like a Cloud by Joji Locatelli

What have we finished?

Love Note by tincanknits

Sharlene's wee Love Note

Fairy Dust by Dani Sunshine

Magical Thinking by Casapinka

"Properly practiced, knitting soothes the troubled spirit, and it doesn't hurt the untroubled spirit either." 
- Elizabeth Zimmermann, Knitting Without Tears

Episode 198 audio

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Episode 197 - Knitting fangs in Sunnydale

 

What are we wearing?

5200K by Suvi Simola
Sharlene's 5200K redux
Little Bird by Vera Valimaki
Gayle's Little Bird

What are we stalking?
Cat in a Box by Anna Hrachovec aka Mochimochi Land
Cat in a Bag by Anna Hrachovec aka Mochimochi Land
Mochimochi Snowmen by Anna Hrachovec aka Mochimochi Land
If Jessica Jones Had A Hat by Sminé
U-KNIT-Y (hat) by Sminé
U-KNIT-Y (cowl) by Sminé
U-KNIT-Y (scarf) by Sminé
Sleepy Snake and Mischievous Mouse by Anna Hrachovec aka Mochimochi Land
Hipster Shawl by Joji Locatelli
Hipster Cowl by Joji Locatelli
Hoodie Shawl Cardigan by Susanne Sommer
Fairy Dust by Dani Sunshine

What are we knitting?
Maypop Hoodie by Susanna Winter
Sunnydale Cowl by Katy Carroll
Magical Thinking by Casapinka
Like a Cloud by Joji Locatelli

What have we finished?
Sunnydale Cowl by Katy Carroll
How Quiet Hat by Helen Stewart
Panda by Susan B. Anderson

Where are they now?
Buttercup by Heidi Kirrmaier
Calmer from Rowan
Sharlene's Buttercup 1
Sharlene's Buttercup 2
Sharlene's Buttercup 3
Coast Old Bomuld from Holst Garn
Apres Surf Hoodie by Connie Chang Chinchio
Solstice Cardigan by Cecily Glowik MacDonald

Episode 196 - Return to the School of Knit

What are we wearing?
Ginga Top by Yoko Johnston
Sharlene's Ginga Top
Love Note by tincanknits

What are we stalking?
Once and Floral by Maxim Cyr
Leaves Cascade Sweater by Ana D
Shaker Dishcloths and Coasters by Staci Perry
Gwyn by Maria Leigh
Deep Breath Sweater by Kirsten Hipsky
Gayle's Deep Breath
Sunnyside by Tanis Lavallee
Caddington Wrap by Kate Heppell

What are we knitting?
Farallon by Elizabeth Doherty
Sunnydale Cowl by Katie Carroll
Maypop Hoodie by Susanna Winter
How Quiet Hat by Helen Stewart
Panda by Susan B. Anderson

What have we finished?
Derecho by Allison Green
Remix Light from Berocco
Love Note by tincanknits
Slice of Pie Beret by Margit A

School of Knit
-  the new "Private notes" section on project pages in Ravelry
- weaving in ends
- remember what project your needles are in!

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Episode 195 - The emotional lives of sweaters, part 2

 

What are we wearing?

Magical Thinking by Casapinka
Sharlene's Magical Thinking
Pixie from Dragonfly Fibers
Little Bird by Veera Välimäki
Gayle's Little Bird

What are we stalking?
Rosewater by Janina Kallio
Grey Heart by Anna Lifanova
Cat Cocoon by Yellow thread knits
All Points South by Casapinka
As If Tee by Shay Johnson

What are we knitting?
Derecho by Alison Green
Remix Light from Berroco
Farallon by Elizabeth Doherty
Reed from Shibui Knits
Twig from Shibui Knits
5200K by Suvi Simola
Love Note by tincanknits
Hydrangea Striped Blanket by Lucy of Attic24



Thank-you Dragonfly Fibers for sponsoring this episode!

What have we finished?
Gather by tincanknits
Love Note by tincanknits
Magical Thinking by Casapinka
Fiddly Bits by Jana Pihota

Slice of Pie Beret by Margit A

Two Flocks DK by The Knitting Goddess UK

We discuss the second part of "The emotional lives of sweaters" and what to do when a sweater or accessory isn't working for you for some reason or another. 

Episode 194 - The emotional lives of sweaters

In this episode we talk a little bit about what we call "the emotional lives of sweaters." Funny, I know, and it really isn't about the sweaters. It's about us and how we react and feel about them. Some sweaters or knitted accessories and items are loved immediately upon finishing. Some, it might take us a little while, maybe a couple of wearings to come around. Some items never make it onto the "most worn" list. Other items, like baby gifts, might be immediately loved and well-received by the recipients. We try our hardest, but really we never know. What makes some items successful and others not so successful? We start the discussion in this episode, but by no means finish it. There is always more to be said on this topic. Feel free to join in on the discussion in our Ravelry group! And by the way, welcome, we are glad you are here! :)


What are we wearing?
O'Keeffe by Bristol Ivy
Like a Cloud by Joji Locatelli

What are we stalking?
Lush by Tincanknits
Happy Scrappy Blanket by Schibot Garn
Blaise by Ambah O'Brien
Hearts of Pride Cowl by Aelfie Lincoln

What are we knitting?
Magical Thinking by Casapinka
Derecho by Allison Green
Gather by tincanknits
Fiddly Bits by Jana Pihota
Love Note by tincanknits


Thank-you Dragonfly Fibers for sponsoring this episode!

What have we finished?
Gather by tincanknits
Love Note by tincanknits
Clio by Elizabeth Doherty
Gayle's Clio
Soldotna Crop by Caitlin Hunter
Gayle's Soldotna

The blog post we mention in the episode about blending a mohair with another yarn is from Tin Can Knits and can be found here.

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Episode 193 - Introducing the Colors of Fall 2019!

 

It is almost KAL time! We discuss and introduce The Yarniacs Colors of Fall 2019 Knit-a-long! A thread has already started in our Ravelry group for planning and everyone is talking about the colors and what they want to knit. Gayle and I had originally planned to introduce the KAL in June, but everyone has been so excited to start planning that the thread was started, chatted had commenced, and we felt we'd better catch up with all you enthusiastic knitters! Thanks so much for supporting the KAL, our podcast, and being such enthusiastic yarniacs!

What are we wearing?
Worsted Boxy by Joji Locatelli
Sharlene's Boxy
Starshower by Hilary Smith Callis
Sharlene's Starshower
The Throwback by Andrea Mowry
Gayle's Throwback

What are we stalking?
Dotty Lace Top by Elena Fedotova
Dandelion Wish by Jennifer Wood
Colibrí amigurumi by Canal Crochet
Lufthul by Elsabeth Judith
Balada by Filipa Carneiro
Falling Stars Fingerless Mitts by Owl Croft Designs

Thank-you Candy Skein for sponsoring this episode!

What are we knitting?
Magical Thinking by Casapinka
Derecho by Allison Green
Love Note by tincanknits
Dandelion from madelinetosh
Fiddly Bits by Jana Pihota
Clio by Elizabeth Doherty
Gayle's 5200K remake

What have we finished?
O'Keeffe by Bristol Ivy
Perfect Reversible Watch Cap by Nancy Elizabeth Munroe
Sharlene's Watch cap
Like a Cloud by Joji Locatelli
tosh lace by madelinetosh

Episode 192 - Yarn management

What are we wearing?
Hood on the Moon by Katrin Schneider
Sharlene's Hood on the Moon
Gayle's Con-Fade-Ment


Thank-you Candy Skein for sponsoring this episode!

What are we stalking?
February Beanie by Veera Valimaki
Sunnydale Cowl by Katy Carroll
Soldotna Crop by Caitlin Hunter
Dianne's Soldotna
Let it fall by Matilda Kruse
Maypop Hoodie by Susanna Winter
Meadow from The Fiber Co.
Coast from Holst Garn

What are we knitting?
O'Keeffe by Bristol Ivy
Perfect Reversible Watch Cap by Nancy Elizabeth Munroe
Magical Thinking by Casapinka
Clio by Elizabeth Doherty
Like A Cloud by Joji Locatelli

What have we finished?
Beckett by Marie Green
Noble from Holst Garn
Estrella by Audrey Drysdale
Sharlene's Estrella

Gayle and I have a brief discussion about alternating skeins, yarn management, and the challenges associates with knitting with hand-dyed yarns when the skeins don't match exactly, as if often the case with beautiful hand-dyed skeins.

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Episode 191 - Obsessive sweater storage

 

What are we wearing?

5200K by Suvi Simola
Sharlene's 5200K
Dragonflies Jumper by Joji Locatelli
Gayle's Dragonflies Jumper

What are we stalking?
Derecho by Alison Green
Martha's Derecho that I tried on at the retreat
Remix Light from Berroco
Ama Sweater by Maddie Harvey
Dracarys Sweater by Sonia Masegosa
Ginga Top - winter sky by Yoko Johnston
Quiet Stars by Joji Locatelli
Boho Bibe Shawl by Jamie Swiatek



Thank-you Plum Deluxe for sponsoring this episode!

What are we knitting?
O'Keeffe by Bristol Ivy
Beckett by Marie Green
Perfect Reversible Watch Cap by Nancy Elizabeth Nunroe
Clio by Elizabeth Doherty
Merino DK from Rohrspatz & Wollmeise
Like a Cloud by Joji Locatelli

What have we finished?

Cooperish Cowl by Katy Carroll
Little Bird by Veera Välimäki

4 Mil Zip Lock Recloseable Bags from ULINE

What is a mil? From the website here: A "MIL" equals one thousandth of an inch and measures the thickness of the bag.

Episode 190 - To swatch or not to swatch?

To swatch or not to swatch? That is often the question I am asked as a professional yarn enabler at the local yarn store where I work. Trust me, you will always learn something from swatching. If your swatch tells you the wrong thing, maybe you've asked the wrong question. Maybe you weren't listening to an answer you didn't want to hear. There are so many factors and so many possibilities. As knitters, we do the best we can. We read labels, we swatch, we pick pretty colors and stylish patterns. And yet, sometimes we still fail. Even master painters have been known to throw out a canvas or two, so really, as fiber artists, an occasional fail is bound to happen. We swatch to increase the odds, to give us more information to be successful.

Personally, I've never understood the swatch hate. I enjoy knitting swatches. I don't have to look at a pattern, I don't have to think too hard. I just sit and knit! (Okay, swatching for special stitch patterns or cables or lace is different and does require thought and attention.) Though I love my finished objects, I do enjoy the simple process of needles in hand and yarn slipping through fingers. It is the closest to zen knitting I've experienced. So there's another thought for you. Enjoy the swatching process!

Oh, and if you want to see a photo of last year's NoCKRs retreat swatch experiment, take a look at episode 164 here.
- Sharlene

What are we wearing?
5200K by Suvi Simola
Sharlene's 5200
Peasy by Heidi Kirrmeier
Gayle's Peasy
Arroyo from Malabrigo Yarn

What are we stalking?
Pescadero Waves by Heather Linebarger
Coast Old Bomuld from Holst Garn
Rusty Tuku by Susanne Sommer
Perfect Reversible Watch Cap by Nancy Elizabeth Nunroe
Candy Dot by Yelena Dasher
Bunny girl in a dotty dress by Julie Williams
Bear in a Bunny Suit by Susan Anderson
Olive Leaf Cardigan by Eri
Olive Leaf Pullover by Ririko


Thank-you Plum Deluxe for sponsoring this episode!

What are we knitting?
Cooperish Cowl by Katy Carroll
Beckett by Marie Green
Noble yarn fr Holst Garn
Like a Cloud by Joji Locatelli
tosh lace from madelinetosh
Mohair Lace from Fidalgo Yarn
Little Bird by Veera Välimäki

Clio by Elizabeth Doherty

What have we finished?

Zweig by Caitlin Hunter

Fletcher by Elizabeth Doherty

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Episode 189 - The one where Nani speaks

 

There is a lot of knitting going on! Gayle and I were both energized and inspired by the many beautiful sweaters we saw last month at Stitches West. Unfortunately, that doesn't translate into faster knitting, just longer queues!

This episode, at about 33:00 minutes in, when Boo the cat enters the room, you might hear the bird say "Eek a cat!" Gayle starts laughing and of course, hilarity ensues. This is real life. We hope the guest appearance will enhance your enjoyment of the episode. :)
- Sharlene

What are we wearing?
Fading Point by Joji Locatelli
Ranunculus by Midori Hirose

What are we stalking?
Interpretations Volume 6 by Joji Locatelli and Veera Välimäki

Understated by Joji Locatelli

Ravishing Vest by Joji Locatelli

Resolute Wrap by Joji Locatelli

Community Tunic by Joji Locatelli

Frozen Fields by Veera Välimäki

Moonquake by Veera Välimäki

Moonlight Socks by Joji Locatelli

Hidden by Veera Välimäki

Evolve Shawl by Joji Locatelli

Smoke and Amber by Veera Välimäki

Candy Dot by Yelena Dasher

What are we knitting?

Cooperish Cowl by Katy Carroll

O'Keeffe by Bristol Ivy

Beckett by Marie Green

Noble from Holst Garn

Little Bird by Veera Välimäki

Clio by Elizabeth Doherty

Like a Cloud by Joji Locatelli

Mohair Lace from Fidalgo Fibers

What have we finished?

Zweig by Caitlin Hunter
Ranunculus by Hidori Hirose
Gayle's Ranunculus
Sockhead Slouch Hat by Kelly McClure
Gayle's Sockhead Slouch
Bits and Bobs by Kay F. Jones
Gayle's Bits and Bobs

Episode 188 - Stalking skirts at Stitches!

Our podcast was mentioned in a couple of places in the past month. First, CBS Sunday Morning "The Golden Age of Podcasts"
and second,
The Knitter Magazine posted this article here (Instagram link)

What are we wearing?
Weekender by Andrea Mowry
Sharlene's Weekender
Kline Shawl byJennifer Dassau
Sharlene's Kline
Papa by Junko Okamoto

What are we stalking?
Honey Hat by Kelly McClure
Jaunty by Ririko
A Little Flare Skirt by Violet
Canon Hand Dyes Amy's skirt
Party Top by AbbyeKnits
Fallen Leaf Shell by Rosemary Hill
Manzanita Tee by Rosemary Hill



Thank-you Fix-A-Stitch for sponsoring this episode!

What are we knitting?
O'Keeffe by Bristol Ivy
Zweig by Caitlin Hunter
Sockhead Slouch Hat by Kelly McClure
Bits and Bobs by Kay F. Jones
Viajante by Martina Behm
Ranunculus by Midori Hirose
Maisonette from Neighborhood Fiber Company
Western Sky Knits mohair

What have we finished?
Donner by Elizabeth Doherty
Sharlene's Donner 3
Cormo Fingering from Sincere Sheep
Cooperish Cowl by Katy Carroll
Sharlene's Cooperish Cowl
Papa by Junko Okamoto
Gayle's Papa
Clementine by Kate Burge and Rachel Price 🐸

Some prizes for the Self-Indulgent KAL include:
Build Your Own Barnyard Jumper by Owl Croft Designs
Go with the Flo by Jennifer Lassonde
Your Favorite Brew Shawl by Jenn Sheelen

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Episode 187 - I spy colorwork!

We're back from Stitches West 2019 and ready to share what we saw! We hope you will enjoy our little recap. :)

What are we wearing?
Dragonflies Jumper by Joji Locatelli
Sharlene's Dragonflies
Merino Stretch from Schoeller+Stahl (discontinued)
Outing Shawl by Irene Lin
Gayle's Outing Shawl
MM Sport from Madelinetosh
Tracie Too from Imperial Yarn

What are we knitting?
O'Keeffe by Bristol Ivy
Cooperish Cowl by Katy Carroll
Donner by Elizabeth Doherty
Cormo Fingering from Sincere Sheep
Papa by Junko Okamoto
Sockhead Slouch Hat by Kelly McClure

What have we finished?
Graham by Jennifer Adams
Ponytail Hat by Knikki Knits



Thank-you Fix-A-Stitch for sponsoring this episode!

What did we stalk at Stitches West 2019?

Day 1
Ondawah by Michele Wang
Evening in Edinburgh by Casapinka
Traveller from Dragonfly Fibers
Front Row Center by Mary Annarella
Dance Rustic Silk from Dragonfly Fibers

Day 2
Edisto Top by Kate Oates
Clio by Elizabeth Doherty
Little Bird by Veera Välimäki
Kim's Little Bird

Day 3
Leaving by Anne Hanson
Graphica by Casapinka
All Points South by Casapinka

Overall
Zweig by Caitlin Hunter
Gayle's Zweig
Weekender by Andrea Mowry
Sharlene's Weekender

Episode 186 - Stalking Stitches Past

There's a lot going on in this episode as Gayle and I mentally prepare for Stitches West, the large west coast yarn and fiber event, and explore sweaters that we have stalked at Stitches West past and find out if we knit, stalked, or lost interest. Enjoy the episode!
-Sharlene

What are we wearing?
Gather Together by Joji Locatelli
Sharlene's Gather Together
Dinner in the Eiffel Tower Shawl by Jessie Dodington
Citadel by Joji Locatelli
Gayle's Citadel

What are we stalking?
Big in Japan sweater by Katrin Schneider
Focal Point by Suvi Simola
Camden Cap by Wooly Wormhead
Acoma by Casapinka
Vaughan by Dario Tubiana
Times Square by Veera Valimaki

What are we knitting?
Cooperish Cowl by Katy Carroll
O'Keeffe by Bristol Ivy
Graham by Jennifer Adams
Papa by Junko Okamoto
Bits and Bobs by Kay Jones

What have we finished?
Fading Point by Joji Locatelli
Zweig by Caitlin Hunter


Thank-you Western Sky Knits for sponsoring this episode!

Where are they now? Stalking from previous years at Stitches West!
Minthe by Anne Ginger
Gayle's Minthe
Sans Serif by Elizabeth Doherty
Gayle's San Serif
Woodfords by Elizabeth Doherty
Sharlene's Woodfords
Divvy by JumperCables
Gayle's Divvy
Svalbard by Bristol Ivy
Sharlene's Svalbard
Marklee by Elizabeth Doherty
Gayle's Marklee
Portage by Melissa Schaschwary
Trilinear by Cindy Garland
Bare Branches by Alana Dakos
Calyx by Elizabeth Doherty
Polyhedra by Emma Welford
All Points South by Casapinka
Gale by Alicia Plummer