Knit Picks Podcast
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Episode 215: Interview with Jen Lucas
In a quest to find new ways of using up that stash of sock yarns, Kelley chats with Jen Lucas, author of the book Sock Yarn Shawls. Being a self-taught knitter, Jen shares how an obsession with socks eventually led to her to the world of shawls and shawlettes. Kelley and Jen chat about the different chapters of the book in addition to the different styles of shawls included. Get a behind the scene's peak into Jen's first book of shawl designs in addition to a few handy tips and tricks for...
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Episode 214: Windswept Pattern Collection Interview with...
On this week's episode, Jenny gets a chance to talk with Kerin about her latest pattern collection, Windswept. Inspired by the scenic mid-Atlantic beaches, this collection shows off a versatile set of patterns that are easy-to-wear and take you from warm sunny days to cool evening walks along the boardwalk. Learn more about Kerin's inspiration and design process, in addition to getting a behind-the-scenes look into this stunning 6-pattern collection.
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Episode 213: Inspiration for Fingering Weight Yarns
This week, Kelley dives into her stash in search of inspiration for her collection of fingering weight yarns. And with a mission to make more than another pair of socks, Kelley peruses Ravelry in search of unique and versatile patterns that are perfect for lighter fingering weight yarns. Continuing on this theme, Kelley reviews the books Sock-Yarn Shawls by Jen Lucas and The Knitter's Palette by Kate Haxell. Finally, Kelley shares her enthusiasm of searching out new projects to cast on after...
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Episode 213: New Yarn and Collections for April
This week, Jenny and Stacey get a chance to sit down and talk about all of the new and exciting things that are out for April! First and foremost is Felici, our limited-edition self-striping fingering weight yarn - hear about all of the wonderful new colors that are now available. Next, Jenny and Stacey talk about the two new pattern collections out for April - hear all about the collections as Jenny and Stacey talk through the patterns. You'll also hear more about the new kits that are...
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Episode 211: Interview with Spilly Jane
This week, Kelley gets a chance with Canadian knitter and knitwear designer, Spilly Jane! Obsessed with color and texture, Jane habitually translates songs, food and architecture into elegantly quirky handknit socks and mittens. Learn more about how Jane first started knitting and what started her mitten obsession, in addition to getting the inside scoop on her design process for her well-loved patterns.
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Episode 210: Cotton Fiber Lesson
As winter transitions to spring and warmer weather slowly creeps in, many of us find our fibers also transition - moving away from wools to cooler blends like cotton yarns. This week, Kelley gives an overview of cottons as well as different cotton blends to help you understand the nuances of this natural fiber. Knowing the particulars of cotton fibers will help you make the most of this natural fiber in your next project. Next, Kelley chats more about one of ther favorite companion pastimes...
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Episode 209: Interview with the TECHknitter
This week, Kelley chats with the TECHknitter about her "chart chart" technique and all things lace. Kelley first begins by giving a brief overview of lace knitting and its components, along with the different ways that lace patterns can be presented. Kelley goes over both written and charted directions, before introducing the TECHknitter's "chart chart" method. Learn more about this compelling way to knit lace as the TECHknitter chats about the history of lace and charting methods, as well...
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Episode 208: New Spring Pattern Collections & Yarn
Longer days and the anticipation of spring can only mean one time - new yarn and new pattern collections! It's been a bundle of excitement here at Knit Picks, and Stacey chats with Jenny about all of the wonderful new things that are lined up for this month. First up is Billow, the newest member of the Knit Picks yarn family. Jenny and Stacey chat about this new bulky cotton yarn, and share staff projects as well as inspiration ideas for this delightfully soft yarn. Next up is First Light -...
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Episode 207: Interview with Edie Eckman
Love to crochet small motifs, but never sure what to do with all of your small crocheted creations? Get a dose of fresh, creative inspiration on this week's episode with Edie Eckman! A designer and author for both knit and crochet, Edie chats with Jenny about her new book Connect the Shapes Crochet Motifs, which brings you a whole new collection of interesting crochet shapes and a myriad of ways to connect them. Learn how Edie got her start crafting and how she translated her passion for...
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Episode 206: Interview with Frances Fisher
For this week's episode, Kelley talks with Frances Fisher - a knitter from North Carolina who is 87 years young and has over 200 pairs of socks to her name! Back in early 2011, Frances sent one of her "stashbuster socks" to Kelley as a gift. Having kept in touch over paper mail and email, Kelley and Frances have become friends with a shared obsession over all things yarn. Kelley chats with Frances about her unique take on socks and what her process is for creating her "stashbuster socks."
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Episode 205: Illuminated Lines Pattern Collection...
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Episode 204: Interview with Amy Clarke Moore
This week, Kelley gets a chance to talk with Amy Clarke Moore, editor of Spin-Off and Jane Austen Knits magazines from Interweave. Amy shares her story of how Jane Austen Knits started and talks about her collaberation with members of the Jane Austen Society who provide the depth and details in the wonderful articles throughout the magazine. If you are a fan of Jane Austen, you'll love this behind the scenes look at this wonderful publication.
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Episode 203: Fiber Lesson
This week, Kelley talks about different fibers and blends to explore their qualities. Learn about what makes wool so wonderful, why alpaca is so warm, how silk gets it's shine, and what mercerized means for cotton. This handy guide to fiber basics is sure to help you as you plan out your next project. Next, Kelley reviews some of her favorite audiobooks that she has been listening to lately. Finally, Kelley catches you up with what is on her needles.
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Episode 202: Interview with Margaret Radcliffe
This week, Kelley chats with author and designer Margaret Radcliffe about her book Circular Knitting Workshop! If you've ever been interested by the circular knitting method, you'll love hearing Margaret insight and expert advice on everything from swatching to converting flat patterns to being worked in the round.
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Episode 201: Crafting for the Holidays
This week, Jenny and Stacey chat about what is on every knitter and crocheter's mind this time of the year - holiday crafting! Both Jenny and Stacey share a list of their favorite knit and crochet designs for the holiday season. Find out what makes or breaks a project when it comes to crafting for the holidays and what go-to books are a must have for any knitter or crocheter this holiday season.
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Episode 194: New Fall Yarns 2012
Kelley and Alison sit down to chat about all of the exciting new things that have been happening around the office - in particular, all of the wonderful new yarns available for fall! First up is Palette, our fingering weight colorwork yarn that is now up to 150 colors! A staple yarn of the Knit Picks family, Kelley reminisces about the debut of Palette and how it first debuted with 30 colors. Next, Kelley and Alison introduce a yarn line new to Knit Picks this fall - Galileo! Hear all about...
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Episode 192: For the Love of Cowls
In this week's episode, Kelley chats about her love of cowls! In addition to covering a brief history of the cowl, Kelley talks about several different varieties of designs that are based in the basic cowl shape - including neckwarmers, infinite scarves, and other styles that experiment with unique ways of closing the loop. This allows designers even more creative freedom 800x600 Normal 0 false false false EN-US X-NONE X-NONE MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 /* Style Definitions */...
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Podcast 191: Favorite Bags and Books for Summer Knitting
This week, Kelley shares her excitement for finding the perfect summer bag! Finding the ideal summer bag or tote for your knitting can be a hard task and not only depends on how you will be using the bag, but also what kinds of projects you are looking to carry with you. Kelley reviews a variety of her favorite Namaste bags to help make your search a bit easier. Next, Kelley shares her favorite books that are not just wonderful reference books for experienced knittres, but are also perfect...
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Episode 190: New Summer Yarn Extravaganza!
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Episode 189: Interview with Nora Bellows
This week, Jenny chats with designer Nora Bellows, author of the new book Noni Flowers! Hear all about how Nora's family, gardening, and flowers have influenced her process and designs, in addition to how Nora made the transition from teaching college classes to designing knitting patterns. Nora also reveals a behind-the-scenes look into the process of writing her book, how she began designing the collection of knitted flowers, and what sparked the idea for creating the unique photography of...
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Episode 188: The Afterthought Method
Afterthought pockets and heels are exactly what you might expect them to be - pockets and heels that are worked after the fact. This week, Kelley delves into the afterthought technique, explores its many different uses for this trick, and covers the basics of how to work an afterthought heel. Next, Kelley shares her favorite form of entertainment while knitting - audiobooks, of course! Kelley chats about her love of all things audiobooks, including Audible and her favorite narrators and...
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Episode 187: Interview with Kathleen Taylor
Kelley catches up with designer Kathleen Taylor to talk about all things fair isle! As author of the book Fearless Fair Isle Knitting, Kathleen Taylor chats with Kelley in depth about the different techniques for successful fair isle knitting in addition to common mistakes and issues that newcomers to fair isle might encounter. Kathleen truly has a fearless approach to fair isle knitting and has honed in her techniques specifically for knitters new to fair isle through years of teaching....
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Podcast 186: Interview with Allyson Dykhuizen from Holla...
This week we bring you another bonus mini-episode of the Knit Picks podcast! Stacey gets a chance to catch up with designer Allyson Dykuizen, who began designing under the name "Sweatshop of Love." After spending some time teaching and designing, Allyson decided to broaden her design skills by creating Holla Knits - a collaborative collection between designers that focuses on a young, fresh, and modern aesthetic. Hear more about the designers and ideas behind Holla Knits as well as how...
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Episode 185: Cotton Yarns for Warm Weather Projects
As the days get both longer and warmer, more and more cotton yarns have been coming to mind for warm weather projects. This week, Kelley catches up with Alison to review the variety of cotton yarns that are available through Knit Picks! Get inspired for your next summer project as Kelley and Alison discuss the different properties, characteristics and uses for Knit Picks cotton yarns. Not only will this mini crash-course in cotton yarns help you pick out the right yarn for your next project,...
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Episode 184: Interview with Hunter Hammersen
In this week's episode, Kelley reunites with author and designer, Hunter Hammersen, to chat about her latest book - The Knitter's Curiosity Cabinet. Similar to her first book Silk Road Socks which features sock patterns based on oriental rugs, Hunter shares her inspiration for creating a collection of designs inspired by curiosity cabinets. Hunter not only chats with Kelley about just what exactly a curiosity cabinet is - but also how they inspired her new book and how she was able to...
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Episode 183: Interview with Joan of Dark (aka Toni Carr)
This week, we bring you an extra special, bonus mini-episode of the Knit Picks Podcast! Alison catches up with designer Joan of Dark (aka Toni Carr), author of the new book Knits for Nerds! Hear all about the process and inspiration behind this collection of knitting patterns that your inner nerd will adore. Joan also reveals a few fun facts behind the book, Knits for Nerds and shares details behind a few of her favorite designs.
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Episode 182: Rocky Shores eBook Interview with Kerin
This week, Jenny gets a chance to catch up with Knit Picks designer Kerin to talk about the newest eBook Rocky Shores! Filled with traditional designs with a modern twist, the eBook includes patterns for the women's garments, a men's vest, a wrap and a purse. Hear all about the design process, inspiration, and challenges that Kerin was faced with as she goes through and talks about each of the featured designs - a must listen for fans of knitting history and traditional techniques!
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Episode 181: Color Development & New Spring Yarns
With spring just around the corner, there are lots of new yarns popping up here at Knit Picks! First, Alison chats with Jenny about all of the fun that was had while developing the fifteen new colors of Chroma. Hear all about the colors that almost didn't make the cut, how they were saved and which shades are quickly becoming staff favorites. Next up on the list of new yarns is Aloft! Jenny and Stacey chat about why they just can't make up their minds and choose a favorite of Aloft's five...
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Episode 180: Springtime Stashbusters
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Podcast 179: Learning the Quirks of Lace
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....
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Episode 178: Live from TNNA!
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...
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Podcast 177: Socks - The Perfect Travel Companion
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 Parks, Sock Knitting Master Class by Ann Budd, and Socks a la Carte Colorwork by Jonelle Raffino and Katherine Cade. Finally, Kelley...
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Episode 176: The Process of Product Development
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...
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Podcast 175: Interview with Alasdair Post Quinn
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...
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Episode 174: Spinning with a Wheel
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 can create 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...
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Episode 172: Interview with Hannah Fettig & Alana Dakos
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.
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Episode 171: Rigid Heddle Weaving
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 rigid heddle looms. Kelley also shares great advice for new weavers and why is it great for using up both larger and smaller amounts of yarns that you might have hiding in your stash. Kelley also reviews two of her most loved weaving books along with her favorite tool for planning out projects, the Ultimate 3-in-1 Color Tool. Finally, Kelley catches you up on...
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Episode 170: Oregon Flock & Fiber Festival
During the last weekend in September, the Oregon Flock & Fiber Festival took place here in Canby, Oregon! OFFF is one of Alison's favorite fiber festivals and this year, she was able to get Kelley, who has never attended OFFF before, to join along! Hear all about the different fibers, yarns, animals, and other treats Alison and Kelley discovered at OFFF. Next, Kelley talks about about reworking a pair of socks currently on her needles and shares her own stitch pattern that she created for...
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Episode 169: Everything Old Is New Again
It seems that this year, there has been a resurgence of popular and much-loved knitting books that are finally back in print! Kelley shares how learning to spin led her down the path of knitting and the books that passed on endless amounts of techniques and knowledge. Kelley then reviews four of her favorite books that are finally back in print and ready to be enjoyed by a new generation of knitters: Aran Knitting, The Book of Fair Isle Knitting, and Charts for Color Knitting, all of which...
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Podcast 168: New Fall Yarns 2011
Kelley and Alison chat about all of the new and exciting things that have been happening at Knit Picks! Not only did lots of new yarns get new colors (Swish, Wool of the Andes, and Stroll), but there are also a few brand new things as well. First, Kelley and Alison catch up with the new releases for the September catalog, Wool of the Andes Tweed and Wool of the Andes Roving. Next up, Biggo is introduced! Alison shares just how durable this new bulky weight, superwash and nylon yarn really...
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Episode 167: Interview with Anna Hrachovec
This week, Alison interviews Anna Hrachovec, author of the books Knitting Mochimochi and Teeny-Tiny Mochimochi. Both of these books are filled with fun, brilliantly imaginative and innovative toys to knit, with the second book focusing on super-small scale toys that can be knit in only an hour or two! These teeny-tiny toys are often only an inch tall and use only a few yards of yarn. Anna chats about how she began knitting, what her creative process is for coming up with ideas, how she...
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Episode 166: eBook Author Interviews
This week is all about eBooks! First, Kelley gets a chance to talk with Erika Jackofsky, author of the eBooks Sweet Treats and Musical Minds. Next up, Alison chats with Lee Meredith, who designed the Swerve Mitts available through IDP and created the eBook, Game Knitting. Kelley then catches up with Liat Gat who created a unique format where eBooks combine with videos. Finally, Alison talks with designer, Beth Hahn who combines stories, watercolor illustrations and knitting patterns.
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Episode 165: Transitions
Kelley makes a big annoucement about the transitions that have been happening at Knit Picks!
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Episode 164: Gearing Up for Sock Summit
Kelley gets ready for the upcoming Sock Summit with weaving! By planning out projects for her rigid heddle loom, Kelley is able to go through her sock stash and use up yarn from the first Sock Summit. Who knew weaving could work as a stash management tool? Kelley also shares two books that would be perfect for those interested in weaving - Hands On Rigid Heddle Weaving by Betty Linn Davenport and Weaving Made Easy by Liz Gipson. Next up, Kelley chats about projects on her needles and her...
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Episode 163: A Summer of Lace
With the weather finally warming up here in the Pacific Northwest, knitting lace have been on everyone's mind here at the office. On a recent trip, Kelley was fortunate enough to be sitting next to a fellow knitter on the plane back to Portland. She got the opportunity to share her love of knitting with her new knitting pal and Kelley recaps her reasons to knit lace as well as why new knitters shouldn't be afraid to tackle lace projects. Next up, Kelley presents three different books on lace...
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Episode 162: Interview with Michelle Edwards
Kelley interviews Michelle Edwards, author of the book A Knitter's Home Companion. With a background in printmaking, illustration and children's books, Michelle has always had knitting be a constant part of her life. In A Knitter's Home Companion, Michelle shares stories and essays that explore the lives of other knitters, the lessons that are learned, and the way people are brought together through the craft. Hear all about Michelle's journery from starting the book through meeting late...
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Episode 161: Stitch Dictionary Secrets Revealed
Jenny chats with Kerin about the wonders of stitch dictionaries! If you are new to stitch dictionaries, you will learn all about what they are, how to use them and the history of stitches throughout different cultures. Kerin also shares her own tips and tricks to successfully designing with different lace, cables, textures and colorwork stitches.
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Episode 160: Behind the Scenes with New Tonals & Dishie
Alison got a chance to chat with our art director, Christina about the development of all the new tonal colorways for Shadow, Stroll, Swish and Wool of the Andes. Kelley dishes about her love for Dishie and talks about knitting with cotton yarns. Hear all about Kelley's fiber fun and what she is currently working on in the "What's On My Needles" segment. Kelley also reviews the book Knitted Socks East and West by Judy Sumner.
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Episode 159: Interview with Lisa Shroyer
Kelley interviews Lisa Shroyer, editor of Knitscene magazine and author of the new book Knitting Plus - an amazing reference guide that walks you through several sweater styles and how to modify each to make it flatter your figure, along with 15 beautiful patterns.
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Episode 158: All You Need is Gauge
Kerin and Jenny chat about gauge - what is how, what effects your gauge, what fibers to watch out for and how you can use the basic understanding of gauge to make your own designs take form. Both The Knitter's Handy Book of Patterns and The Knitter's Handy Book of Sweater Patterns were referenced in this episode.
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Episode 157: Interview with Linda Permann
Alison chats with crochet designer Linda Permann, author of Crochet Adorned and Little Crochet - which just was released last week! Hear all about Linda's design process from beginning to end in creating this beautiful book as well as tips and tricks that crocheters of all level will find helpful.
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Episode 156: Sensational Sock Yarns
Sock yarn isn't just for socks anymore - Kelley chats with Knit Picks designer Kerin about clever uses for your sock yarn stash. Also hear great tips and tricks on effectively organizing your sock yarns as well as how to go about buying sock yarns at fiber festivals without being overwhelmed. Kelley reviews the book Knit. Sock. Love. by Cookie A.
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Episode 155: Interview with Hunter Hammersen
Kelley interviews Hunter Hammersen, author of Silk Road Socks - a beautiful book that takes a look at the history of Oriental rugs, design elements unique to each style of rug and translates them into 14 stunning sock patterns.
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Episode 154: Overcoming Mistakes
Kelley talks about different techniques that new knitters can use to overcome knitting mistakes. Alison and Kerin chat about common mistakes that can happen to new knitters, share personal stories of projects gone awry and how they were fixed.
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Episode 153: Entrelac-tastic!
Alison interviews Rosemary Drysdale, author of Entrelac: The Essential Guide to Interlace Knitting. Hear Alison and Kerin chat about designing with entrelac, how to use this technique as well as handy tips and tricks. Stacey interviews IDP designer Michele Bernstein about how she got her start designing and the inspiration behind her Lacy Entrelac Infinity Scarf. Books Reviewed Alison reviews the book Entre to Entrelac by Gwen Bortner.
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Episode 152: Exploring Handspinning
Kelley tells her story about how she first learned how to spin in college. Kelley also discusses drop spindles and covers the importance of having a wide range of sizes and styles. Alison interviews Jen from Hanks in the Hood about her exclusive batts made just for Knit Picks.
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Episode 151: New Yarn, Chroma!
Alison and Christina discuss the development procees for Chroma colorways; Kerin and Stacey suggest patterns and designs that go well with Chroma; Jenny reviews the book Knitting Noro.
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Episode 150: Holiday Knitting
Kelley chats with Kate, Angela and Kerin about their favorite books and patterns for holiday gift knitting.
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Episode 149: Fiber Festivals
Alison and Kerin chat about the Oregon Flock and Fiber Festival along with other yarn-related gatherings.
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Episode 148: Sweater Weather
Kelley chats with designer Nina about a free online design-your-own-sweater class. Kelley also reviews some books with excellent sweater projects.
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Episode 147: Designer Inspiration
Kelley chats with designers Nina and Kerin about their inspiration and development process for new fall kit patterns.
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Episode 146: New Fall Yarns 2010
Kelley and Alison talk about new colors of wool and alpaca yarn, the new cashmere blend yarn Capra, and spinning supplies.
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Episode 145: Color Confidence
Kelley gives a lesson on selecting colors for knitting projects, then talks with Knit Picks designer Kerin about color.
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Episode 144: Interview with Anna Hrachovec
Kelley chats with designer Anna Hrachovec, author of Knitting Mochimochi.
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Episode 143: Interview with Kristin Omdahl
Kelley chats with Kristin Omdahl, author of Crochet So Fine, Wrapped in Crochet, and The Art of Knitted Lace.
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Episode 142: Collaborative Design
Kelley chats with designers Kerin and Nina about working jointly on knitting patterns.
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Episode 141: Changing Direction
Kelley talks about when you're just not feeling right about a project and switching to a new pattern.
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Episode 140: Interview with Nicole Dickson
Kelley chats with Nicole Dickson, author of the novel "Casting Off."
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Episode 139: New Tools for Spring
Kelley and Tina go over the new tools that have arrived for Spring 2010.
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Episode 138: New Knitter Pep Talk
Kelley gives a little pep talk for new knitters, then chats with Kerin about the new Backyard Garden kit.
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Episode 137: Tips for Reading Patterns
Kelley chats with designer Kerin about tips and tricks for reading knitting patterns.
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Episode 136: Planning Colors for Hand Painted Yarn
Melissa tells Alison about her design process for developing the new colors for hand painted yarn (including new colors for Stroll, Shadow, and Felici).
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Episode 135: Interview with Chrissy Gardiner
Kelley chats with knitwear designer Chrissy Gardiner, author of "Toe-Up! Patterns and Worksheets to Whip Your Sock Knitting Into Shape."
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Episode 134: Hooray for Short Rows!
Kelley gives a lesson on using short rows for shaping, along with tips and tricks for keeping your knitting neat and tidy.
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Episode 133: New Spring Yarn Preview
Kelley and Tina chat about new yarn lines, such as Stroll Tonal, Shadow Tonal, and Simply Cotton in new heathered colors.
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Episode 132: Developing a Yarn Line
Tina and Alison talk through the process of developing a yarn line, from fiber choice to final skein.
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Episode 131: Meet Customer Service!
Kelley chats with Millie and Jared about working in Knit Picks Customer Service. She also talks with Knitting Superhero Jeanne about knitting through hard economic times.
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Episode 130: Remember When
Kelley chats with Stacey, Angela, and Alison about how they learned to knit and the tricks they learned along the way.
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Episode 129: Color in Design
Kelley chats with Christina, the new Catalog Manager for Knit Picks, about selecting colors and projects for the print and online catalogs.
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Episode 128: Stretching Your Knitting Budget
Kelley chats with Kate about clever ways to stretch your knitting dollar.
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Episode 127: Refresh Your Stash
Ready for a new year of knitting? Kelley and Tina chat about different ways to reorganize the yarn and projects in their stashes.
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Episode 126: Independent Designer Partnership Program!
Kelley chats with Stacey about the new Independent Designer Partnership program at Knit Picks, then talks with a few participating designers.
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Episode 125: Knitted Gifts - Ideas and Care
Kelley shares some alternative ideas for knitted gifts, then chats with Nina and Kerin about how to help gift recipients take care of their new knitted treasures.
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Knit Picks Podcast Extra: Miss Eiderdown's Stocking,...
A holiday treat for those finishing up gift knitting: the folks at Boxer Press Audio have created a radio play. This is the second half of "Miss Eiderdown's Stocking" - part one was available last week.
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Episode 124: Essential Knitting Toools
Kelley talks with Tina about the best tools to have in your knitting bag (or bags, if you're Tina!).
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Knit Picks Podcast Extra: Miss Eiderdown's Stocking,...
A holiday treat for those finishing up gift knitting: the folks at Boxer Press Audio have created a radio play. This is the first half of "Miss Eiderdown's Stocking" - part two will be available next week.
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Episode 123: Learning to Love Blocking
Kelley gives a lesson on blocking, then chats with Nina and Kerin about the ways that knitwear designers use blocking to suit their needs.
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Episode 122: Comfort While Knitting
Kelley goes over some personal tips for keeping relaxed and avoiding discomfort while knitting up a storm. Regarding a different kind of comfort, Kelley also chats with Knitting Community friends Cheryl, Peggy, and Susan about how online communities have changed their own knitting lives.
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Episode 121: Felting Frenzy
Kelley chats with Knit Picks designer Kerin about felting your knits and reviews the book "Shibori Knitted Felt" by Alison Crowther-Smith.
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Episode 120: Interview with Mary Scott Huff
Melissa, Art Director for Knit Picks, interviews designer Mary Scott Huff about her new book, "The New Stranded Colorwork".
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Episode 119: Hats, Hats, Hats!
Kelley chats with Nina about different types of hats, then Angela interviews new knitter Brett about his adventures in making his own hat.
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Episode 118: Knitting 2.0
Kelley chats with Tina and Alison about websites, blogs, and tech gadgets available to knitters.
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Episode 117: Impractical Knits
Kelley chats with Stacey, Angela, and Marci about the delight they find in knitting impractical, whimsical projects.
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Episode 116: Double Knitting
Kelley and Kate discuss the double knitting technique, which creates a thick, reversible fabric that's great for a number of different projects.
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Episode 115: Hems for Sweaters
Ready to start a new fall sweater? Kelley chats with Nina about different hems that you can use.
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Episode 114: Lining Knitted Bags
Tina and Kerin talk about how to line your finished knitted bag to make it durable and shapely.
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Episode 113: Knitting Gifts
Kelley chats with Tina and Alison about gift knitting - who to knit for, how to plan out your knitted gifts, and other tips to keep your gift knitting on track.
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Episode 112: Charity Knitting
Kelley talks about her experiences with the Susan G. Komen Walk for the Cure, shares a new free pattern she designed, and chats with Tina about Frankie Brown's fantastic knitting patterns that put a new spin on charity knitting.
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Episode 111: Knitted Toys
Kelley talks with Knit Picks designer Kerin about tricks and techniques for knitting toys, then brings in Judy from Connecting Threads for tips on stuffing.
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Episode 110: Interview with Kristi Porter
Kate talks with her friend Kristi Porter, author of "Knitting in the Sun," about knitting for warmer climates.
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Episode 109: New Knitters
Kelley gives new knitters tips for choosing (and using) patterns, then chats with Nina about the new Learn to Knit kits.
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Episode 108: Report from Sock Summit
Kelley talks with Stacey and Kate about the adventures they had at Sock Summit 2009 in Portland, Oregon.
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Episode 107: Pool Party
Kelley gives tips on working with multicolor yarn and talks with KP employees about the phenomenon known as "pooling."
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Episode 106: Lace for Everyone!
All skill levels welcome! Kelley talks through lace basics, reviews a delicious new lace book, and chats with Nina about designing lace shawls.
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Episode 105: New Zephyr Needles
Kelley and Tina chat about the new Zephyr interchangeable needles coming out in August 2009. Also, Kelley talks with Jen Wheeler about her "Cry on Kelley's Shoulder" knitting problem.
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Episode 104: Interview with Lorna Miser
Kelley chats with designer Lorna Miser about her new book, "Faith, Hope, Love, Knitting."
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Episode 103: Fall Yarn 2009
Kelley talks with Tina about the new yarn lines coming in Fall 2009. She also interviews Melissa about the process of designing hand painted yarns, talks with Nina about her Mr. Foster pattern modifications, and discussions the development of the Palette yarn colors with Kerin.
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Episode 102: Summer Knitting
Kelley gives tips and tricks for taking your knitting with you to summertime events, then talks with Star Athena about the Tour de Fleece spinning event that runs during the month of July.To enter this week's Knit Picks Podcast Contest, submit your answer by email to podcast@knitpicks.com.
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Episode 101: Knitting Repair
Take a deep breath and gather your courage! Kelley talks you through fixing mistakes and missteps in your knitting. You can do it!
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Episode 100: Hooray!
Kelley chats with Alison about favorite podcast episodes, tried-and-true favorite books, and upcoming surprises for the podcast. To enter the 100th Podcast Contest for a chance to win a set of interchangeable needles, go to http://community.knitpicks.com/profile/KnitPicksPodcast and leave a comment in the show notes for Episode 100.
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Episode 99: Which Yarn Should I Use?
Don't want stretch? Need drape? Thinking of substituting wool for cotton, or alpaca for linen? Kelley gives advice on how to match fiber type to project.
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Episode 98: Interview with Sally Melville
Kelley chats with designer Sally Melville, author of "The Knitting Experience Book 1: The Knit Stitch," "The Knitting Experience Book 2: The Purl Stitch," and "Mother-Daughter Knits."
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Episode 97: Converting Flat Knitting to Circular Knitting
Kelley gives tips on the how & when of converting a pattern that has pieces knitted flat and seamed to a seamless, circular work of art.
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Episode 96: Knitting for Little Ones
Kelley chats with three new moms who work at Knit Picks - Christy, Katie, and Melissa - about knitting for babies and small children.
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Episode 95: Steeking V-Necks and Scoop Necks
Kelley helps demystify steeking and talks through how to apply the technique to V-neck and scoop neck openings on sweaters.
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Episode 94: Interview with Cookie A
Kelley chats with sock designer Cookie A about her new book "Sock Innovation."
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Episode 93: Intarsia and Nona's Garden
Kelley chats with Kerin, a designer for Knit Picks, about intarsia and the new Nona's Garden Shawl kit in City Tweed.
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Episode 92: How We Weave
Every knitter has a different trick for weaving in their ends, so Kelley talks with Tina, Nina, and Kerin about their personal techniques and tricks for beautifully finished garments.
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Episode 91: I-cord Revisited
Built-in and applied I-cord are great techniques for giving a polished look to your projects. Kelley gives tips on making it perfect — don’t be intimated!
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Episode 90: Stranded?
Kelley doesn't leave you stranded, giving you notes on how to double- and triple-strand yarn for a project. Also, Kelley has just launched her Classic Lines Cardigan KAL - anyone can join!
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Episode 89: From Mittens to Gloves
Kelley talks about moving into different kinds of mittens and gloves and adds yet another project to the infamous Excel spreadsheet.
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Episode 88: Magic Loop is like...Magic!
Kelley talks about the Magic Loop technique and the ways that it simplifies knitting socks and other projects.
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Episode 87: Interview with Wendy Bernard
Kelley chats with designer Wendy Bernard about her book "Custom Knits."
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Episode 86: New Knit Picks Tools
Kelley chats with Tina, VP of Knit Picks, about her UFO knitalong and the new tools that Knit Picks has just added to their online catalog.
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Episode 85: Slipping Stitches
Kelley talks about the different ways to slip stitches in your knitting, then discusses techniques that use picked up stitches for various effects.
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Episode 84: Interview with Hannah Fettig
Kelley interviews designer Hannah Fettig, author of "Closely Knit."
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Episode 83: Cast On for Any Occasion
Kelley goes over common cast on techniques and describes the best uses for each.
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Episode 82: Color Selection
Kelley chats with Melissa, the Art Director for Knit Picks, about choosing colors for Fair Isle knitting and other multi-colored projects.
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Episode 81: Entrelac Made Easy
Learn technique tips for entrelac. Kelley and guest entrelac-er Karen talk though the best yarn and projects for experimenting with entrelac.
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Episode 80: The Concept of Ease
No more ill-fitting garments! The correct mix of positive and negative ease is the key to getting sweaters to fit. Kelley and Kerin unwrap the mystery of creating, determining, and working with ease.
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Episode 79: New Year's Resolutions
Kelley shares some of her 2009 knitting resolutions and talks about her favorite organizational books and techniques.
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Episode 78: Chat with Cheryl Oberle
Kelley chats with designer and author Cheryl Oberle. Cheryl is the author of "Folk Shawls," "Folk Vests," and "Knitted Jackets: 20 Designs from Classic to Contemporary."
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Episode 77: Chat with Lucy Neatby
Kelley talks with knitter extraordinaire Lucy Neatby. Along with designing patterns and operating Tradewind Knitwear Designs, Lucy has a series of highly instructional knitting DVDs.
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Episode 76: Knitting in Literature
Kelley discusses her favorite knitterly books and reads a few knitting poems. Her recommendations are perfect as last-minute gift ideas for knitters.
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Episode 75: Interview with Nancy Bush
Kelley chats with acclaimed author and designer Nancy Bush. Nancy is the author of classic knitting books like "Knitting on the Road," "Folk Socks," and the new "Knitted Lace of Estonia."
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Episode 74: Interview with Kay Meadors
Kelley chats with knitter & author Kay Meadors. Kay is the author of "I Can't Believe I'm Lace Knitting" and many, many more knitting and crochet books.
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Episode 73: Post-Holiday Project Tackle
Kelley talks about ways to plan and organize big, challenging projects, which are perfect for the post-holiday slump.
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Episode 72: Interview with Leigh Radford
Kelley talks with Leigh Radford, author of "AlterKnits," "One Skein," and "AlterKnits Felt."
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Episode 71: Interview with Franklin Habit
Kelley chats with Franklin Habit, author of the popular "The Panopticon" blog and author of "It Itches," a compilation of knitting cartoons and essays.
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Episode 70: Interview with Stefanie Japel
Kelley talks with the talented knitwear designer & blogger Stefanie Japel about her books "Fitted Knits" and the brand new "Glam Knits."
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Episode 69: Kelley and Tina Talk Tools
Kelley and Tina talk about their favorite knitting tools and offer extra tips and tricks for using them.
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Episode 68: Interview with Donna Druchunas
Kelley chats with designer Donna Druchunas about her books "Ethnic Knitting Discovery" and "Ethnic Knitting Exploration."
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Episode 67: Ethnic Knitting Interview
Kelley and our in-house designer Kerin Dimeler talk about ethnic colorwork and knitting styles, from Fair Isle to Lithuania.
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Episode 66: Winter Stash Busters
Kelley discusses winter wardrobe staples - hats and scarves - which are also terrific stash busters.
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Episode 65: Interview with Cheryl Brunette
Kelley chats with Cheryl Brunette, author of "Sweater 101," about how to make sweaters that fit well and look good.
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Episode 64: Interview with Kay Gardiner and Ann Shayne
Kelley talks with the Mason Dixon knitters, Kay Gardiner and Ann Shayne, about their new book "Mason Dixon: Knitting Outside the Lines."
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Episode 63: Little Knitting Mysteries
Kelley demystifies common knitting questions, such as the difference between k2tog and ssk.
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Episode 62: Interview with Miriam Tegels, Speed Knitter!
Kelley talks with Miriam about being in the Guiness Book of World Records as the World's Fastest Knitter.
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Episode 61: Interview with Maggie Pace
Kelley chats with Maggie Pace, author of "Felt It" and "Felt Forward."
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Episode 60: Interview with Toni Carr
Kelley talks with Toni Carr, author of "KnockDown Knits: 30 Projects from the Roller Derby Track."
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Episode 59: Lace Tips and Tricks
Don't be intimidated by lace knitting - pull out your pointiest needles and take things one stitch at a time.
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Episode 58: Interview with the Yarn Harlot
Kelley, armed with questions that knitters posted to her blog, chats with Stephanie Pearl-McPhee.
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Episode 57: New Fall Yarn!
Kelley and Tina talk about the new fall yarn lines, detailing the color selection process and discussing different commercial dyeing techniques.
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Episode 56: What’s the weight about?
Why is a 50 gram ball of laceweight yarn 440 yards long when a 50 gram ball of worsted is 110 yards long?
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Episode 55: Interview with Gale Zucker
Kelley talks with Gale Zucker, photographer for "Shear Spirit."
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Episode 54: It's summer, time to knit in public!
Summer provides lots of opportunities for knitting in public. If you have hesitated before, take my word for it, now is the time to give it a try.
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Episode 53: Interview with Margaret Hubert
Kelleychats with Margaret, author of "Knits for Men," about her adventures in designing patterns and writing books.
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Episode 52: To block or not to block?
The jury is in on this one. Blocking is a necessity for any knitting project. Kelley explains why, and gives you tips.
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Episode 51: We love our sock blanks!
We love our sock blanks!! And, after several months of secretive planning and knitting, Tina and I are thrilled to be able to share a few of our experiences as we worked out the details and then enjoyed our own dyeing and knitting pleasures.
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Episode 50: Handing Down Knitting Traditions
While Bob in I were visiting his mother in Philadelphia, my sister-in-laws and I explored Muriel’s recipe cards that she inherited from her mother. It got me thinking about handing down my favorite knitting patterns to future knitters in our family. I’m sure there will be knitters in the family. Otherwise I will come back and haunt everyone until someone gives in and takes up needles and yarn.
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Episode 49: Chat with Kathleen Gormley
Kathleen is an avid knitter whose day job is a director/script supervisor for Recorded Books Productions. I couldn’t resist asking her to join me on this podcast so I could indulge my curiosity regarding the making of audio books.
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Episode 48: All Thumbs!
Mittens are perfect projects for summer or travel knitting. Just as easy to knit as socks, mittens offer many opportunities for creative expression and historic study. Just like there are several different ways to handle the heels of socks, there are different ways to accommodate your thumb.
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Episode 47: Interview with Joan McGowan-Michael
Joan combines her extensive training as a designer and her love of vintage garments into a delightful collection of projects based on “nethergarments?.
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Episode 46: Knitting and Golf
Golf has begun and my mind is filled with projects I want to knit to make me more comfortable while I’m out playing golf with Bob.
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Episode 45: Charts vs. Written Instructions
Charts vs. written instructions – relax, one is not better than the other. The key is to understand the pros and cons of each method and then adapt instructions to your personal preference.
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Episode 44: Interview with Jillian Moreno
Interview with Jillian Moreno, author of "Big Girl Knits" and "More Big Girl Knits."
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Episode 43: Chat with Kathleen Taylor
Chat with Kathleen Taylor. Author of Yarns to Dye For, Knit One, Felt Too, and I Heart Felt.
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Episode 42: Chat with Janet Szabo
Yippee! What could be better than being able to talk with the lady who inspired my cable selections that I’m using on my Aran cardigan?
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Episode 41: The Many Shapes of Shawls
Lace shawls come in several shapes. These shapes aren’t just a question of fashion. Some are easier to knit while traveling and some are easier to knit because they are long strips of repeated lace patterns. Before you choose your lace project be sure to think about your knitting surroundings (traveling or staying home) and how you would like to use your finished shawl.
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Episode 40: Interview with Charlene Schurch
Charlene Schurch is the author of Sensational Knitted Socks and More Sensational Knitted Socks. Two of my favorite sock knitting books! What a treat to be able to talk with her about our shared love for sock knitting. Note: This interview was recorded over the phone, so it was hard to control the audio quality for this week's podcast.
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Episode 39: Knit up or pick up?
Part of the “charm? of knitting is learning the secret language and secret handshake. Just a little joke. Well, it does feel like that sometimes. “Pick? up and “knit? up are a perfect example.
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Episode 38: The Joys of Hand-dyeing Yarns
Kelley talks with Melissa, our Art Director, about her talent for dyeing yarn.
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Episode 37: Needle sizing
What is the deal with needle sizing? Depending on where you live, there will be a particular way that the sizes of knitting needles are categorized. It all seems a bit confusing, but it is actually quite simple.
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Episode 36: Warm weather yarns are on the way!
Our new warm weather yarns will be arriving in just a couple of weeks! Tina and I couldn’t wait any longer to give you a bit of a preview.
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Episode 35: Casting on for new adventure
Casting on is the beginning of every knitting adventure. But, just like a travel adventure, how you get started depends on where you are going. Plane, train or automobile? Cabled, long tail or invisible cast on?
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Episode 34: Summer Dreaming!
In cold weather, I’m quite comfortable knitting warm garments. But, before I know it, spring arrives and I have absolutely nothing hand knit to wear in the warm weather. What a disappointment! There are many reasons to knit summer tops and sweaters but you need to get started during the dreary days of winter. To help you make your yarn decisions, I thought it would be a good idea to review the qualities of summer fibers like cotton and linen.
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Episode 33
Designers are individuals. We love their unique projects but sometimes their unique way of communicating can make us crazy! The thing is, patterns are just like novels. An artist throwing their view of the world out there counting on the kindness of strangers. You, the reader, or knitter, have the responsibility to participate in process. You interpret the writing in order to enjoy the story. As you work through a pattern it may be easy to understand, confusing or frustrating. It all depends...
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Episode 32: What's in your toolkit?
Every artist has a set of favorite tools that are a magical blend of usefulness and empowerment. As long as you have your bag with you, you can fix any knitting problem. Over the years I have defined my own collection of tools that I consider to be absolutely essential. I always keep them within reach when I am knitting. Since every knitter has their own style, her own requirements will be little different from mine. But, I will share my must-have list with you in case my collection inspires...
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Episode 31: Cables
January’s project from Elizabeth Zimmermann’s book the Knitter’s Almanac is an Aran sweater. So, that is how I am beginning my year! As I worked out the design for my cardigan, I realized cabling would be a nice topic for the beginning of our knitting year together. It does feel nice to shake away the lethargy of Christmas vacation with a challenge.
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Episode 30: Charity Knitting
Knitting socks for Jonathon has reminded me of all the opportunities knitters have to knit for others. Why not extend the spirit of giving beyond the holidays? Find a cause that tugs at your heart and get knitting!
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Episode 29: New Year's Resolution #1
I love the New Year! I get all wrapped up in making new plans and setting new goals. The majority of my plans fall by the wayside but enough of them actually work out to keep me going through the same routine every year. Well, almost the same routine. This year, after some inspiration from the fantastic designs in Kristin Nicholas’ book, I am going to re-work my knitting stash. That’s right! Every ball and skein is going to get dragged out and re-assigned to something productive! I know it...
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Episode 28: Give the Gift of Knitting
You know that I absolutely love to teach people how to knit. I put in my order for my vacation knitting supplies which included 2 balls of Wool of the Andes and 2 pair of #7, 24? circular needles. This is my usual routine before I leave on an extended trip because it seems I always run into at least one person who tells me they would love to learn to knit. Voila! I have the yarn and needles ready for a spontaneous lesson. I’ve gotten people started by swimming pools, in ski lodges and even...
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Episode 26: I-Cord Magic
The funny thing about knitting is how little things can make a huge difference in the ease of knitting and in the look of a finished project. One of the most under-utilized and misunderstood techniques is the simple i-cord, or idiot cord -a tube of 3 stitches that can be used on its own or applied to a garment in a variety of ways. I’ve given you a couple of examples, but if you would like to see i-cord used to its full potential you can refer to some of the projects in Elizabeth...
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Episode 27: Surviving life's challenges with the help of...
Kelley chats with Laurie Perry, author of Drunk, Divorced & Covered in Cat Hair.
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Episode 25: Knitting in Circles
Double-pointed needles, two-circular needles or one long circular needle? In the old days, you didn’t have the luxury of matching a knitting style to your project or your individual idiosyncracies. Now you can choose classic DPN instructions from books like Sensational Knitted Socks. Try using two circular needles using Cat Bordhi’s Socks Soar on Two Circular Needles or even just one long circular, or Magic Loop, with the help of Bev Galeskas. What are the pros and cons of each method? How...
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Episode 24: How do we develop a yarn line?
How do we develop a yarn line? Well, if you asked Bob, it would involve a large dartboard and about 200 darts. The truth is that I’ve never been very good at playing darts. The reality is a fine balance of economics and knitting enthusiasm. Much like what every knitter faces every time they choose yarn for a new project.
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Episode 24: How do we develop a yarn line?
How do we develop a yarn line? Well, if you asked Bob, it would involve a large dartboard and about 200 darts. The truth is that I’ve never been very good at playing darts. The reality is a fine balance of economics and knitting enthusiasm. Much like what every knitter faces every time they choose yarn for a new project.
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Episode 23: Interview with Vicki Square
Vicki Square is quite a world traveler when it comes to appreciating our knitting heritage. Two of her books, Folk Bags and Folk Hats, make up an armchair tour of countries that many of us only dream of visiting. In her most recent book, Knit Kimono, Vicki shares her discovery of how beautifully the shape of kimonos provides a blank canvas for the talents of every knitter from rank beginner to long-time fiber addict.
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Episode 22: Dropped Stitches
Dropped stitches cause much more anxiety than they deserve. First, they are actually very easy to fix. Second, they can help you fix other mistakes that have absolutely nothing to do with dropped stitches in their “error? persona.
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Episode 21: Decreasing
Decreasing is an essential part of knitting a garment that fits well.
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Episode 20: A short talk about Short Rows
Short rows add extra rows of knitting to help you shape your garment just the way you want.
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Episode 19:Knitting on a Budget
You don’t have to spend a lot of money to get started knitting. And, if you are on a tight budget, there are several ways you can continue knitting a variety of projects.
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Episode 18: It's easy to share the joy of knitting
The more people we teach to knit, the more friends we have and the better the world will be for everyone! I have my own little tricks for gathering new knitters around me and teaching them the joys of making one stitch after another.
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Episode 17: What is the deal with skeins, hanks and...
What is the deal with skeins, hanks and balls of yarn? Believe it or not, there is logic behind each of these different types of “put ups? as they are called by the spinning mills.
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Episode 16: Chatting with sock knitting evangelist Ann...
This week we will have our second installment of author interviews. With us for Episode 16 is the delightful Ann Budd. A master knitter, author of numerous books and former editor of Interweave Knits... Ann has done it all! Ann's latest book is a comprehensive look at sock construction, gauge, design and execution.
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Episode 15: To Knit or Not to Knit? That is the Question.
Several of my friends were freeing themselves of neglected and guilt-inspiring projects this week. It got me thinking about how to handle those knit garments we enthusiastically cast on and then lose interest in for some reason. So often we keep them aroundwith the vain hope that we will fall in love with them again. But, I don’t think that ever really happens. Rather than let your energy be drained by these dead-end projects, get rid of them!! It is so liberating and then you can go on to...
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Episode 14: Keeping Track of Stitches
I use several tricks to make my knitting projects as simple as possible. The key is to break down the stitch count into small manageable pieces so that I can spot a mistake quickly. And, it makes it much easier to carry even complicated knitting along with me without worrying about losing my place in the pattern.
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Episode 13: Spend some time with Shannon Okey
Now that I’ve gotten comfortable with podcasting, I want to jazz up the format a bit by occasionally featuring interviews with fellow fiber enthusiasts. To get us started, Shannon Okey agreed to be my very first guest. Shannon has an inventive and confident attitude towards all things fiber. Her articlesat Knitty.com on hand spinning, dyeing fibers in your dishwasher, and fiber festivals are entertaining and stimulating.
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Episode 12: Let's talk about steeks!
This week I want to talk about one of my all time favorite techniques – steeking. I know there are a lot of knitters who have absolutely no idea what steeking means and others who do know but are terrified of it. Let me give you an outline of how handy steeks can be for knitting in hopes of convincing you to give them a try. Knitting Around by Elizabeth Zimmermann will give you instructions for several ways to use this handy technique.
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Episode 11: Meet and greet Carissa Barrett
This week I would like to introduce you to Carissa Barrett, our Educational Content Developer. I like to think of her as our In-House Reference Librarian. Not a far leap for Carissa because she has a degree in library science. She is responsible for all ofthe informational material you find in The Knitting Room and in our catalogs.
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