Kelley talks with Miriam about being in the Guinness Book of World Records as the World’s Fastest Knitter. We also have video of Kelley’s lesson and excerpts from the podcast!

– Miriam’s website
– Miriam gives Kelley a lesson on how to knit faster
– So you wanna compete to be the World’s Fastest Knitter?
Kelley and Miriam (the World’s Fastest Knitter) talk about how to start training to beat Miriam’s record.

– The Speed Knitter – Origins Kelley asks Miriam (the World’s Fastest Knitter!) about how she first figured out she’s super-speedy.

– What to look for in knitting needles?
Kelley and Miriam (the World’s Fastest Knitter!) talk about the benefits of knitting needles with sharp points.
– Miriam’s Rapid Eye Movement
Kelley asks Miriam about how quickly her eyes move while she’s speed knitting.

– PDX Event highlights
We hosted an event on July 30, 2008 so that Miriam could meet some local Portland, OR knitters.

What’s On My Needles
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There have been a number of little knitting mysteries that I worked my way through, but it would have been so nice if someone had warned me ahead of time! I’ll explain a few of my favorites, such as k2tog vs ssk and how to go about knitting up stitches.

Books in Book Review

Knit So Fine by Lisa R. Myers, Laura Grutzeck & Carol J. Sulcoski
Shawls Two, Vogue Knitting on the Go by Staff of Vogue Knitting
What’s On My Needles
Right after getting back from my trip to Ireland, Tina and I went to Stitches Midwest and had a great time. I had lots of time to work on my Stonington Shawl and I’m so close to finishing my Aran cardigan!
To keep up with my knitting progress during the week, be sure to check out my personal blog.

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Kelley chats with Kay Gardiner and Ann Shayne about their new book “Mason Dixon: Knitting Outside the Lines.”
Books Discussed
Mason Dixon Knitting
Mason Dixon: Knitting Outside the Lines

What’s On My Needles
To keep up with my knitting progress during the week, be sure to check out my personal blog.

3 easy ways to listen…

Music used in this Podcast
Introduction: A Sunken Ship Irony – Reflection at Sundown [http://spotlessrecords.com/asunkenshipirony/]
Book Review: Jim Ronayne – The Three Brethren [http://www.jimronayne.co.uk/]
What’s On My Needles: Beyond The Pale – The Music Plays Me [http://www.beyond-the-pale.com/]
Ending: Jim Ronayne – Thoughts Of You [http://www.jimronayne.co.uk/] <

Kelley chats with Cheryl Brunette, author of “Sweater 101,” about planning sweaters that fit well and look good. They also discuss how making a swatch is like dating before getting into a committed relationship.
Books Discussed
Sweater 101
Cheryl Visits KP Headquarters in Vancouver, WA

What’s On My Needles
To keep up with my knitting progress during the week, be sure to check out my personal blog.

3 easy ways to listen…

Music used in this Podcast
Introduction: A Sunken Ship Irony – Reflection at Sundown [http://spotlessrecords.com/asunkenshipirony/]
Book Review: Jim Ronayne – The Three Brethren [http://www.jimronayne.co.uk/]
What’s On My Needles: Beyond The Pale – The Music Plays Me [http://www.beyond-the-pale.com/]
Ending: Jim Ronayne – Thoughts Of You [http://www.jimronayne.co.uk/] <

Kelley discusses winter wardrobe staples – hat and scarves – which are also terrific stash busters.
Books in Book Review

Hats Gloves Scarves by Louisa Harding

The Knitter’s Handy Book of Patterns by Ann Budd

Scarf Style by Pam Allen
Ocean Breezes by Cheryl Thies

Second Book of Modern Lace Knitting by Marianne Kinzel

The Knitter’s Handy Guide to Yarn Requirements by Interweave Press
Tina’s two-at-a-time, toe-up, magic loop sock pattern
Easy Peasy hat pattern
What’s On My Needles
Tina helped me rearrange the furniture in my living room so that I could have a cozy and inviting fiber corner to spin and knit in. And I’m taking my big green Socks for Soldiers socks with me to Boston this weekend – I hope to make a lot of progress on them!
To keep up with my knitting progress during the week, be sure to check out my personal blog.

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Kelley and our in-house designer Kerin Dimeler talk about ethnic colorwork and knitting styles, from Fair Isle to Lithuania.

Patterns Discussed
“Sipalu” Palette Sampler Bag – warm, cool, and tranquil colorways
Aguona Laptop Bag Kit – red and blue colorways
Andean Chullo Hat Kit

How to steek using sewn reinforcement (featuring the Aguona Laptop Bag discussed in the podcast)

What’s On My Needles
To keep up with my knitting progress during the week, be sure to check out my personal blog.

3 easy ways to listen…

Music used in this Podcast
Introduction: A Sunken Ship Irony – Reflection at Sundown [http://spotlessrecords.com/asunkenshipirony/]
Book Review: Jim Ronayne – The Three Brethren [http://www.jimronayne.co.uk/]
What’s On My Needles: Beyond The Pale – The Music Plays Me [http://www.beyond-the-pale.com/]
Ending: Jim Ronayne – Thoughts Of You [http://www.jimronayne.co.uk/] …

Kelley chats with designer Donna Druchunas about her books “Ethnic Knitting Discovery” and “Ethnic Knitting Exploration.”

Books Discussed
Ethnic Knitting Discovery
Ethnic Knitting Exploration
Arctic Lace
Kitty Knits

What’s On My Needles
To keep up with my knitting progress during the week, be sure to check out my personal blog.

3 easy ways to listen…

Music used in this Podcast
Introduction: A Sunken Ship Irony – Reflection at Sundown [http://spotlessrecords.com/asunkenshipirony/]
Book Review: Jim Ronayne – The Three Brethren [http://www.jimronayne.co.uk/]
What’s On My Needles: Beyond The Pale – The Music Plays Me [http://www.beyond-the-pale.com/]
Ending: Jim Ronayne – Thoughts Of You [http://www.jimronayne.co.uk/] <

Kelley and Tina talk about their favorite knitting tools and offer extra tips and tricks for using them.

Tools Discussed

Knitting Chart Keeper
Kookaburra Wool Wash
Lace Blocking Wires
Soft Ring Stitch Markers

Locking Stitch Markers
Ball Winder and Yarn Swift

Yarn Meter
Row Counter Plus

Digital Scale

What’s On My Needles
To keep up with my knitting progress during the week, be sure to check out my personal blog.

3 easy ways to listen…

Music used in this Podcast
Introduction: A Sunken Ship Irony – Reflection at Sundown [http://spotlessrecords.com/asunkenshipirony/]
Book Review: Jim Ronayne – The Three Brethren [http://www.jimronayne.co.uk/]
What’s On My Needles: Beyond The Pale – The Music Plays Me [http://www.beyond-the-pale.com/]
Ending: Jim Ronayne – Thoughts Of You [http://www.jimronayne.co.uk/] <

Kelley talks with the talented knitwear designer & blogger about her books “Fitted Knits” and the brand new “Glam Knits.”

What’s On My Needles
To keep up with my knitting progress during the week, be sure to check out my personal blog.

3 easy ways to listen…

Music used in this Podcast
Introduction: A Sunken Ship Irony – Reflection at Sundown [http://spotlessrecords.com/asunkenshipirony/]
Book Review: Jim Ronayne – The Three Brethren [http://www.jimronayne.co.uk/]
What’s On My Needles: Beyond The Pale – The Music Plays Me [http://www.beyond-the-pale.com/]
Ending: Jim Ronayne – Thoughts Of You [http://www.jimronayne.co.uk/] <

Kelley chats with Franklin Habit, author of the popular “The Panopticon” blog and author of “It Itches,” a compilation of knitting cartoons and essays.

What’s On My Needles
To keep up with my knitting progress during the week, be sure to check out my personal blog.

3 easy ways to listen…

Music used in this Podcast
Introduction: A Sunken Ship Irony – Reflection at Sundown [http://spotlessrecords.com/asunkenshipirony/]
Book Review: Jim Ronayne – The Three Brethren [http://www.jimronayne.co.uk/]
What’s On My Needles: Beyond The Pale – The Music Plays Me [http://www.beyond-the-pale.com/]
Ending: Jim Ronayne – Thoughts Of You [http://www.jimronayne.co.uk/] <