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by Knit Picks Podcast on March 1, 2012
This week, Kelley gets inspired by stashbusting! As Kelley organizes and sorts through her stash, she imagines the possibilities that go beyond one-skein projects and instead, combine several leftover yarns together for a bit of springtime stashbusting. Next, Kelley reviews several patterns that she found while browing around Ravelry by search for “stash” and “stashbusting”. She reviews some of her favorite patterns that she stumbled across, all of which make the most of using up many yarns together in one project for the ultimate stashbusting satisfaction. Finally, Kelley catches you up with her recently finished projects and what she is planning to put on her needles next. Reviewed Patterns: Student Bank Account by Brenda BurrellCity Blocks Shawl by Laura AylorColor Affection Shawl by Veera VälimäkiLeftovers Vest by Alison Hansel HanselAdult Surprise Jacket by Elizabeth ZimmermanBaby Surprise Jacket DVD with Meg SwansonJustify by Lynne VogelEasy Square Scrap Blanket by BugzNBean 3 easy ways ... |
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by Knit Picks Podcast on February 22, 2012
Love the look of lace but intimidated by the techniques? Let Kelley guide you through the process of knitting lace as she goes over the quirks of lace knitting, in addition to tips and tricks for successful lace projects. Next, Kelley chats about one of her favorite things to do while knitting or spinning – listening to audiobooks! Kelley gives an overview of audible (an audiobook service) as well as several reviews of recently completed audiobooks she has enjoyed listening to while crafting. Finally, Kelley catches you up with projects that are on (and ones that have recently come off) the needles. In keeping with the topic of lace knitting, Kelley talks about her Elizabeth Zimmerman Anniversary Pi Shawl that was recently completed. Kelley also chats about all of the lace projects she was dreaming of while blocking her newly finished Pi Shawl, as well as a few socks that are still in progress. And for even more ... |
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by Knit Picks Podcast on February 2, 2012
Last weekend Alisha, Stacey, and Jenny attended The National Needlearts Association winter show held in Phoenix, Arizona. This industry trade show is put on several times a year and lets venders, yarn shop owners, and designers connect with each other as well as find new and exciting yarns and accessories. As much as we enjoyed the warm weather and sunshine, we also loved chatting with all of the friends that stopped by our booth! While being around so many wonderful designers, Jenny was able to set aside some time to chat with a few designers that are part of the Knit Picks IDP program including Audrey Knight, Stephannie Tallent, and Sarah Wilson. Hear all about how they started knitting and transitioned into designing in this behind the scenes sneak peek at TNNA! Featured designers: Audrey Knight – IDP Patterns, www.audknits.comStephannie Tallent – IDP Patterns & Mittens! eBook, www.sunsetcat.comSarah Wilson – IDP Patterns, ... |
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by Knit Picks Podcast on January 19, 2012
Kelley talks about one of her favorite things – sock knitting! Listen along as Kelley shares all of the reasons why socks make the perfect travel companion. Kelley also offers words of advice and encouragement for those new to sock knitting. Next, Kelley follows up her chat on socks with three wonderful book reviews – The Knitter’s Book of Socks by Clara Parkes, Sock Knitting Master Class by Ann Budd, and Socks a la Carte Colorwork by Jonelle Raffino and Katherine Cade. Finally, Kelley catches you up on how her works in progress are coming along. Books Reviewed: The Knitter’s Book of Socks by Clara ParkesSock Knitting Master Class by Ann BuddSocks a la Carte Colorwork by Jonelle Raffino & Katherine Cade 3 easy ways to listen… |
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by Knit Picks Podcast on January 5, 2012
Kelley shares the story of Knit Picks and how the company first began through the evolution of product development from selecting the first yarn lines to developing new needles and tools to enhance your fiber craft. Continuing with the theme of product development, Alison chats with Teri about the newest Knit Picks yarn, Brava! Teri has wool allergies that make it impossible for her to enjoy all of the lovely natural fibers available at Knit Picks, which is exactly why she was so excited throughout the entire development for Brava. And finally, Kelley shares her enthusiasm for the new year along with her plans and goals for getting her work and fiber life organized. 3 easy ways to listen… |
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by Knit Picks Podcast on December 21, 2011
This week, Alison gets a chance to chat with Alasdair Post Quinn, author of the new book, Extreme Double Knitting! Know for his innovative spin on double knitting, Alasdair’s patterns show off color and double knitting in unique and creative ways. Hear all about how Alasdair first got into knitting, what drew him to double knitting, and the chain of events brought about the idea for a book on double knitting. After working on his book for the last few years, Alasdair is currently focusing his creative energies on designing single patterns and experimenting with even more extreme forms of double knitting. You an find out more about Alasdair over on his blog and website. Books Mentioned: Extreme Double Knitting by Alasdair Post Quinn (hardcover & eBook available) 3 easy ways to listen… |
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by Knit Picks Podcast on December 8, 2011
This week, Kelley talks about the other half of her fiber life – creating handspun yarn with a spinning wheel! Hear all about Kelley’s advice for those new to spinning with a spindle or a wheel in addition to all of the possibilities you have by making your own yarn. Kelley also reviews the books Learn to Spin by Anne Field, and Color in Spinning, by Deb Menz. Next, Kelley talks about all of the wonderful fiber options you have for spinning and reviews several Knit Picks roving blends. Finally, Kelley catches you up on what kinds of projects are on her needles and spinning wheel. Books & Rovings Reviewed: Learn to Spin by Anne FieldColor in Spinning by Deb MenzWool of the Andes RovingFull Circle Roving 3 easy ways to listen… |
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by Knit Picks Podcast on November 23, 2011
This week, Kelley chats with Kim about her newfound love of colorwork knitting and all fo the fun projects she has been creating using this technique. Next up, Kelley reviews the books, Exploring Color in Knitting by Sarah Hazell and Emma King as well as Mastering Color Knitting by Melissa Leapman, both of which are helpful resources for any colorwork knitting project. Kelley also shares a helpful tool for colorwork knitting that you can take with you no matter where you go – Color Snap! This is an app available for iphones, blackberry, and android phones that allows you to take pictures and translate them into a color palette. Finally, Kelley catches you up on her roadtrip down to Mexico as well as the progress on her strash re-organization project. Books & Tools Reviewed: Exploring Color in Knitting by Sarah Hazell and Emma KingMastering Color Knitting by Melissa Leapman Color Snap – iphone/blackberry/android app 3 easy ways to listen… |
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by Knit Picks Podcast on November 10, 2011
This week, Kelley catches up with Hannah Fettig of Knitbot and Alana Dakos of Never Not Knitting, authors of the new book Coastal Knits! A collaboration between two good friends who just happen to live on opposite sides of the country, Hannah and Alana created a collection of patterns that are inspired by the coasts that they reside on. Hear all about the long-distance teamwork of these two designers and how they made Coastal Knits a reality in just under one years time. Books mentioned: Coastal Knits by Hannah Fettig & Alana Dakos 3 easy ways to listen… |
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by Knit Picks Podcast on October 27, 2011
This week is all about weaving with a rigid heddle loom! Hear all about Kelley’s adventures in weaving as she chats with Jenny about weaving and why rigid heddle looms are perfect for anyone interesting in learning to weave. Kelley also shares great advice for new weavers and why rigid heddle weaving is wonderful for using up both larger and smaller amounts of yarn you might have hiding in your stash. Kelley also reviews two of her favorite weaving books along with her favorite tool for planning out projects, the Ultimate 3-in-1 Color Tool. Finally, Kelley catches you up on the projects she is planning out for her road trip. Books & Tools Reviewed: Hands On Rigid Heddle Weaving by Betty Linn DavenportWeaving Made Easy by Liz Gipson Ultimate 3-in-1 Color Tool You can find Kelley’s Rigid Heddle Weaving Class that was mentioned in the podcast here. You’ll find a series of ten ... |
