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by Knit Picks Podcast on May 29, 2014
Podcast 239: Practical/Impractical Craft is now available! We hear from fine artist Jo Hamilton. She tells about her crocheted portraits and landscapes and lets me peak at her incredible palette of yarn. We also hear from... |
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by Knit Picks Podcast on April 24, 2014
Alison and Jenny announce Kelley's retirement and discuss how some new staff members are bringing fresh energy to the company. Alison interviews Matt about the history of Knit Picks, as well as how the company is currently run, and his ideas for the future. Jenny introduces Holly, the new Multimedia Manager. So whether you've been a fan of KP for a while, or have found Knit Picks recently and are interested in where we've been and where we're going, this podcast is an interesting look behind the scenes of our business. 3 easy ways to listen... |
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by Knit Picks Podcast on March 28, 2014
Spring is the ideal time for new yarns and patterns that inspire! Having kept the exciting news under wraps for months, Jenny and Stacey finally get to gush about Hawthorne, a yarn line inspired by the neighborhoods in Portland! And for a bright twist, there is also Stroll Brights, a neon-inspired special reserve yarn line. Finally, Jenny and Stacey introduce In Bloom, the new Spring collection featuring 15 patterns from independent designers. |
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by Knit Picks Podcast on March 14, 2014
The podcast is on a mini-vacation this week but fear not, we've collected a few of our favorite past episodes for your listening pleasure. Enjoy! Episode 1: The very beginning of the Knit Picks Podcast Episode 50: Kelley talks about her favorite knitting patterns to be handed down to future knitters in her family. Episode 126: The start of the Knit Picks Independent Designer Partnership program, which today is home to over 2,500 patterns from independent designers! Episode 152: Kelley shares her story about how she first learned how to spin in college. Episode 200: In honor of the 200th episode, Kelley revisits her ideal deserted island knitting. 3 easy ways to listen... |
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by Knit Picks Podcast on February 28, 2014
In honor of the Sock Yarn Sale that is currently going on, Kelley focuses on the humble sock for this week's episode - a project that most knitter's are hardly ever seen without in their current work-in-progress line up. Although it may seem simple, the beauty of a knitted sock lies within it's practicality (both to make and to wear) as well as in it's ability to be a blank canvas. Kelley walks you through all of the steps of working a top-down sock, along with a plethora of handy tips and tricks along the way. As Kelley pauses to reflect on the clever construction of socks, both new and experienced knitters are sure to be inspired to cast on a pair of socks right away. Finally, Kelley catches you up with what she has on her needles at the moment. This week, the goal is all about simplicity and portability as Kelley reports from a Spanish language immersion retreat in La Paz, Mexico! 3 easy ways to listen... |
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by Knit Picks Podcast on February 14, 2014
This week, Jenny and Stacey talk about all of the new collections coming out for the March catalog! Hear more about the designs included in two brand new collection: Worsted Basics and the Chroma collection. And new collections aren't the only exciting news for March, there is also a sock yarn sale and a DVD sale. Whether you get inspired to try a new technique or just stock up on your favorite sock yarns, Jenny and Stacey go over their favorite yarns and DVDs for a bit of inspiration. Finally, learn more about our 52 Weeks of Dishcloths campaign! The Chroma Collection New Collections: Chroma Collection ebook Chroma Collection printed book Worsted Basics ebook Worsted Basics printed book 3 easy ways to listen... |
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by Knit Picks Podcast on January 30, 2014
This week, Kelley explores different opportunities for knitters to connect and create community via the internet. Whether through Ravelry, Knit-alongs, blogs, Instagram or Twitter, knitters nowadays have more options than ever to take part in creative communities as a way of connecting with each other, without being limited by location. Kelley explores the different facets of these online communities as she looks to strengthen her connection to other knitters. Next, Kelley shares a few of her most recent audiobook discoveries and catches you up on what projects and KALs are keeping her needles busy. (Photo from Ravelry pattern page of the Beekeeper's Quilt) Patterns: Swarm of Bees Sweater Beekeeper's Quilt - Hexipuffs Funchal Moebius Reading and Audiobooks: Shadow of the Wind by Carlos Luis Zafon The Angel's Game by Carlos Luis Zafon The Prisoner of Heaven by Carlos Luis Zafon A Game of Thrones by George Martin Fussy Librarian The President's Henchman by Joseph Flynn Enchantment by Orson Scott Card Daughter of the Blood by Anne Bishop 3 easy ways to listen... |
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by Knit Picks Podcast on January 16, 2014
It has been officially three years since the launch of the first Knit Picks pattern collection, a program that has grown into over 30 collections to date and has expanded to include printed books in addition addition to digital ebook downloads. This week, Kelley chats with Alison to talk about our book program, which includes collections that feature both our in-house design team as well as independent designers. Alison shares a behind-the-scenes look into our pattern collection process including the long planning stages, collection design, photography, styling and the development of larger, curated collections as well as printed books as an option. Be sure to check out our three newest collections, in addition to our past collections! Under 100 Knit Collection Under 100 Crochet Collection Gloss 2014 Collection You can also find more KP collections here: eBook pattern collections printed pattern collection books 3 easy ways to listen... |
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by Knit Picks Podcast on January 2, 2014
To ring in the new year, Jenny and Stacey get together to chat about new collections and yarn out for our Winter 2014 catalog! The first of three collections highlights the Gloss yarn line with 6 versatile designs, while the other two collections make the most of your yarn stash with patterns designed to use under 100 grams of yarn. The Under 100 Knit collection brings together 30 designs and the Under 100 Crochet collection features 10 designs - all of which are ideal for those odds and ends of yarn from the post-holiday crafting season. Finally, Jenny and Stacey talk about Brava's expanded range of colors and our ever-growing selection of free patterns (psst...be sure to check out our 52 weeks of dishcloths)! You can find our three new collections for Winter here: Gloss 2014 collection printed book Gloss 2014 collection ebook Under 100 Knit collection printed book Under 100 Knit collection ebook Under 100 Crochet collection printed book Under 100 Crochet collection ebook And be sure to check out all of our new Brava colors! 3 easy ways to listen... |
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by Knit Picks Podcast on December 17, 2013
A cable crossing in the wrong direction, a dropped stitch, knit stitches that should have been purled. As knitters, we are all familiar with this heart wrenching moment, when we know that something has to be done before moving forward. This week, Kelley talks about both the physical and emotional impact of moving backwards and the difference between ripping a project back versus unraveling, where stitches are dropped and then reworked. Next, Kelley reviews a few of her recent favorite non-knitting books and chats about what projects are currently on her needles. Reviewed Books: The Signature of All Things by Elizabeth Gilbert Six Years by Harlan Coben Alice Waters and Chez Panisse by Thomas McNamee The United States of Arugula by David An Everlasting Meal by Tamar Adler The Shadow of the Wind by Carlos Ruiz Zafon Lye in Wait by Cricket McRae The Unexpected Mrs. Pollifax by Dorothy Gilman , narrated by Barbara Rosenblat Kelley's Pattern Picks: Swarm of Bees by Lisa Kereliuk Business Casual pattern by Tannis Fiber Arts Diverged by Ariel Altaras Funchal Mobius by Kate Davies Canopus Magic Scarf by Alexis Winslow (from the Winsome Knits collection) 3 easy ways to listen... |
