Knitmore Girls Podcast

Vool and Vine - Episode 229 - The Knitmore Girls

This episode is sponsored by: Do you know about Lo-Lo EO's? EO's (essential oils) are natural compounds derived from plants, that have powerful biochemical compositions which often stimulate our brain, affecting mood and well being. Like you and me, Lo-Lo EO’s are a wondrous mixture of individual qualities, some very bold and assertive, others showing a softer, gentler face. By applying specific EO’s or blends, you choose the way want your mood affected. When EO’s are combined with Bar-Maids...

Lederhosen - Episode 227 - The Knitmore Girls

This week's episode is sponsored by: Mother’s Day is right around the corner. And in celebration, Bar-Maids is doing something really special this year: - Beginning April 23 – May 6, receive a 15% discount on all items. -If purchasing a Body-Bar for Mother’s Day, choose the special Mother’s Day quote. -All Mother’s Day gifts will be gift wrapped and will include a personalized gift card. - Travel Pack’s, Almost Everything and Everything Please will also include a silver scissor charm and a...

Knit Cred - Episode 225 - The Knitmore Girls

This week's episode is sponsored by: She travels….extensively. At times by wheels, sometimes by wing, other times by wave. She travels while she sits and knits, creativity driving. Creativity inspired by mountain travel, memories, textures and color, small towns, 5th Avenues and spring flowers. She travels…..light. Light as the wind. With her backpack she is prepared to hike mountain passes, climb the north face, and forge those rivers. Next week, she will grab her Zucca on wheels and brave...

Art In Progress - Episode 223 - The Knitmore Girls

This week's episode is sponsored by: She travels….extensively. At times by wheels, sometimes by wing, other times by wave. She travels while she sits and knits, creativity driving. Creativity inspired by mountain travel, memories, textures and color, small towns, 5th Avenues and spring flowers. She travels…..light. Light as the wind. With her backpack she is prepared to hike mountain passes, climb the north face, and forge those rivers. Next week, she will grab her Zucca on wheels and brave...

Hulk Sew! - Episode 221 - The Knitmore Girls

This episode has been sponsored by: Today, I'm going to talk about O'for Feet Sake by Bar-Maids. Whether sandals season is in your world 10 days a year or 365, are your feet in sandal season condition - soft and supple or do they snag the sheets? I know a pair that is so rough they would make a good back scratcher if I let them near me. We all know there are hundreds of thousands of "in need of some serious help" feet walking around out there. O'for Feet Sake! Silence those dogs, tame those...

Take back your purls - Episode 219 - The Knitmore Girls

This week's episode is sponsored by: OMG! Have you seen the Twisted Lights from Bar-Maids? Let me shed some light on this ( pun intended). Twisted Lights are the most incredible beeswax candle with a very long burn time. For example, the smaller of the Twisted Lights available, burns for approximately 20 hours! But here is what sets these apart from other candles, Twisted Lights look exactly like balls of yarn. I actually thought it was a ball of yarn only to then think that they actually...

Surgical - Episode 217 - The Knitmore Girls

This week's episode is sponsored by: OMG! Have you seen the Twisted Lights from Bar-Maids? Let me shed some light on this ( pun intended). Twisted Lights are the most incredible beeswax candle with a very long burn time. For example, the smaller of the Twisted Lights available, burns for approximately 20 hours! But here is what sets these apart from other candles, Twisted Lights look exactly like balls of yarn. I actually thought it was a ball of yarn only to then think that they actually...

Furry Starry Night - Episode 215 - The Knitmore Girls

This week's episode is sponsored by: Headed to Stitches West? Then stop by the Bar Maids booth (1037) to find out what the buzz is all about. Buzz words...Salty or Sweet, Light my Fire, Have it your Way, and Lo-Lo EO. Oh yea..we are busy preparing for the Stitch Marker swap. Not going to Stitches West? Get your goodies online at bar-maids.com Purlescence Yarns is the Bay Area's destination yarn shop. From the best in spinning and weaving equipment to luxurious yarns and fibers, we have what...

Wavelengths - Episode 213 - The Knitmore GIrls

This week's episode is sponsored by: While winter brings feeling of nesting or hunkering down, it also means a picking up a piece or two of handcrafts. The oven works overtime for those holiday family favorites, quilters stitch just a tad faster to complete works of art before gift giving officially opens, and knitters dash to their local yarn store to squeeze in one more scarf or pair of socks for that last minute gift. As you are crafting wonders, Bar-Maids continues to handcraft yummy...

Romulan shoulder pads - Episode 211 - The Knitmore Girls

On The Needles:(0:29) Jasmin is making progress on the Playful Stipes cardigan for Genevieve. Gigi has finished one preemie hat and has started an other. She also announces her theme for 2013, "Explore Area 51". She unearthed the Monkey socks she had started in Oregon, and finished the first one and started the second one. Jasmin is knitting another Kaanteinen hat for Genevieve's friend Logan, out of the San Jose Sharks colorway, and planning matching hats for Logan's parents. Jasmin...

Sticks Like Spaghetti - Episode 209 - The Knitmore Girls

This week's episode is sponsored by: While winter brings feeling of nesting or hunkering down, it also means a picking up a piece or two of handcrafts. The oven works overtime for those holiday family favorites, quilters stitch just a tad faster to complete works of art before gift giving officially opens, and knitters dash to their local yarn store to squeeze in one more scarf or pair of socks for that last minute gift. As you are crafting wonders, Bar-Maids continues to handcraft yummy...

Button, Button - The Knitmore Girls - Episode 207

This week's episode is sponsored by: Abstract Fiber would like to invite you to join our yarn club! We are excited to offer a 6 issue yarn club we’re calling One Skein/Two Skein. Every other month we’ll send you a new exclusive yarn color and pattern. We’ll do some solid colors, some colorways and will introduce some new luxurious yarns too. Each pattern will have flexibility for expansion, for example companion pieces, or multiple size and style options. You’ll have the option to buy extra...

Skawlf - Episode 205 - The Knitmore Girls

This week's episode has been sponsored by: Do you know people who wake up at 3:00 AM the day after Thanksgiving for those killer Black Friday deals? How do they do it! I'm recovering from all the cleaning and cooking and cleaning (again) from the day before. Heck, my stomach is still digesting pumpkin pie at 3:00 in the morning! Hats off to those Black Friday die hards. Like last year, I'm stayin in my pj's and grabbing those killer Cyber Monday deals. This year, I got my gift giving...

Pin Point - Episode 203 - The Knitmore Girls

This week's episode is sponsored by: Abstract Fiber would like to invite you to join our yarn club! We are excited to offer a 6 issue yarn club we’re calling One Skein/Two Skein. Every other month we’ll send you a new exclusive yarn color and pattern. We’ll do some solid colors, some colorways and will introduce some new luxurious yarns too. Each pattern will have flexibility for expansion, for example companion pieces, or multiple size and style options. You’ll have the option to buy...

Vroom! - Episode 201 - The Knitmore Girls

This week's episode has been sponsored by: While winter brings feeling of nesting or hunkering down, it also means a picking up a piece or two of handcrafts. The oven works overtime for those holiday family favorites, quilters stitch just a tad faster to complete works of art before gift giving officially opens, and knitters dash to their local yarn store to squeeze in one more scarf or pair of socks for that last minute gift. As you are crafting wonders, Bar-Maids continues to handcraft...

Expired - Episode 199 - The Knitmore Girls

This episode is sponsored by: i.C/E Serum is the perfect daily/nightly eye treatment. With nourishing and protective antioxidants, this lightweight formula absorbs easily into the skin to deliver stunning results. i.C/E Serum is a powerful combination of natural ingredients which encourages skin regeneration, leads to tightened and toned skin due to its astringent qualities, and contains potent antioxidants which help to slow down the visible signs of aging. Purlescence Yarns is the Bay...

Slimmer and Taller - Episode 197 - The Knitmore Girls

This episode has been sponsored by: So we’ve addressed the issue of dry, cracked, angry hands. The unparalleled Lo-Lo Bar by Bar Maids does a great job healing and protecting skin and making sure we feel pampered. But even the most amazing moisturizers need a helper sometimes. Cuticle Intensive by Bar Maids is like the jelly to Lo-Lo Bar’s peanut butter! The applicator is so easy to use that you can literally put it on while sitting at a traffic light. The tube last longer than it takes to...

Third Sleeve - Episode 195 - The Knitmore Girls

This episode has been sponsored by: Nobody has perfect feet. Nobody. We put so much pressure on them with all our walking, shopping, working out, etc., not to mention expecting them to wear horrible footwear that looks great but could be more, um, ergonomic? Sandals in the summer, wool socks in the winter – those dogs of ours are under assault all year, and we have to care for them. They are family, after all! Oh For Feet Sake by Bar Maids can turn your little piggies from a source of shame...

Deep Sea Fish - Episode 193 - The Knitmore Girls

This episode has been sponsored by: I can never decide what I want. Maybe it’s because I deserve it all. And I think we ALL deserve a little taste of everything. Bar Maids, the makers of the fantastically moisturizing, all-natural Lo-Lo Bar, understand this. They have an AMAZING offer, and the answer to your dilemma. The Everything Please! Allows you to try all of their most popular products, in any of the scrumptious scents of your choice, all at once! It comes with a Lo-Lo Bar, Lo-Lo To Go...

Abducted - Episode 191 - The Knitmore Girls

This episode is sponsored by: i.C/E Serum is the perfect daily/nightly eye treatment. With nourishing and protective antioxidants, this lightweight formula absorbs easily into the skin to deliver stunning results. i.C/E Serum is a powerful combination of natural ingredients which encourages skin regeneration, leads to tightened and toned skin due to its astringent qualities, and contains potent antioxidants which help to slow down the visible signs of aging. Purlescence Yarns is thrilled to...

High Tech-Low Tech - Episode 189 - The Knitmore Girls

On The Needles:( 0:30) Jasmin has finished knitting on the Mini Mondo Cable Cardi. For the Ravellenic games she started the Debbie Bliss Ribbed Baby Jacket out of Malabrigo Rios. Gigi is knitting Hannah Fettig's Featherweight cardigan in Vail, by Classic Elite. Gigi is working on the Sister Joan Shawl. Also, Jasmin has an "If You Give a Mouse a Cookie" brain and wants to knit a matching sweaters in the Arwen pattern out of Madeline Tosh DK that she had purchased at A Verb For Keeping Warm,...

Full in, full out - Episode 187 - The Knitmore Girls

This episode has been sponsored by: Nobody has perfect feet. Nobody. We put so much pressure on them with all our walking, shopping, working out, etc., not to mention expecting them to wear horrible footwear that looks great but could be more, um, ergonomic? Sandals in the summer, wool socks in the winter – those dogs of ours are under assault all year, and we have to care for them. They are family, after all! Oh For Feet Sake by Bar Maids can turn your little piggies from a source of shame...

What's in a name? - Episode 185 - The Knitmore Girls

This episode has been sponsored by: Abstract Fiber would like to invite you to join our first yarn club! We are excited to offer a 6 issue yarn club we’re calling One Skein/Two Skein. Every other month we’ll send you a new exclusive yarn color and pattern. We’ll do some solid colors, some colorways and will introduce some new luxurious yarns too. Each pattern will have flexibility for expansion, for example companion pieces, or multiple size and style options. You’ll have the option to buy...

Tastes like pink - Episode 183 - The Knitmore Girls

This episode has been sponsored by: Abstract Fiber would like to invite you to join our first yarn club! We are excited to offer a 6 issue yarn club we’re calling One Skein/Two Skein. Every other month we’ll send you a new exclusive yarn color and pattern. We’ll do some solid colors, some colorways and will introduce some new luxurious yarns too. Each pattern will have flexibility for expansion, for example companion pieces, or multiple size and style options. You’ll have the option to buy...

Sisyphus - Episode 181 - The Knitmore Girls

This week's episode is sponsored by: Abstract Fiber would like to invite you to join our first yarn club! We are excited to offer a 6 issue yarn club we’re calling One Skein/Two Skein. Every other month we’ll send you a new exclusive yarn color and pattern. We’ll do some solid colors, some colorways and will introduce some new luxurious yarns too. Each pattern will have flexibility for expansion, for example companion pieces, or multiple size and style options. You’ll have the option to buy...

Anything brle - Episode 179 - The Knitmore Girls

This week's episode has been sponsored by: We’re excited to be introducing to you, our discerning listeners, the newest Bar-Maids collection, the Almost Everything. This uber-moisturizing whole body kit includes a luxurious Lo-Lo Body Bar, a deliciously tingly O’For Feet Sake foot moisturizer, a handy Cuticle Intensive stick, and a silky smooth Lo- Lo Lips Lip Balm. It’s the perfect way to ensure that your whole body is soft, sensual, and ready for spring. It’s almost everything Bar-Maids...

Small bites - Episode 177 - The Knitmore Girls

This week's episode has been brought to you by: We’re excited to be introducing to you, our discerning listeners, the newest Bar-Maids collection, the Almost Everything. This uber-moisturizing whole body kit includes a luxurious Lo-Lo Body Bar, a deliciously tingly O’For Feet Sake foot moisturizer, a handy Cuticle Intensive stick, and a silky smooth Lo- Lo Lips Lip Balm. It’s the perfect way to ensure that your whole body is soft, sensual, and ready for spring. It’s almost everything...

Director's Cut - Fiona Ellis

This Director's Cut episode has been sponsored by: You can find Fiona's website here, her teaching schedule here, and she is on Ravelry as fionaellis. Things we mention in this episode: Inspired Cable Knits Inspired Fair Isle Knits Twist Collective Fiona's patterns in Twist collective Bonnie Coronation Street Vogue Knitting cardigan with short-rows and lace Jellied eel (yes, it's a thing) Tree pose Sting

Knit or cut bait - Episode 174 - The Knitmore Girls

This week's episode has been sponsored by: Abstract Fiber would like to invite you to join our first yarn club! We are excited to offer a 6 issue yarn club we’re calling One Skein/Two Skein. Every other month we’ll send you a new exclusive yarn color and pattern. We’ll do some solid colors, some colorways and will introduce some new luxurious yarns too. Each pattern will have flexibility for expansion, for example companion pieces, or multiple size and style options. You’ll have the option...

Lady Hulk - Episode 172- The Knitmore Girls

This week's episode has been sponsored by: Here at Abstract Fiber we've got some fabulous new colors including Summit, Lagoon, SOAR, The Gorge. The next best thing to being at SOAR is our SOAR colorway, the color of Autumn leaves. Available now at abstractfiber.com . Meet Lo-Lo by Bar-Maids, "The Hottest Natural Moisturizers in the Fiber World". Bar-Maids handcrafts head-to-toe moisturizers for people who wish to proactively protect, defend, and restore their skin to baby bottom soft....

Cold for California- Episode 170 - The Knitmore Girls

This week's episode has been sponsored by: Here at Abstract Fiber we've got some fabulous new colors including Summit, Lagoon, SOAR, The Gorge. The next best thing to being at SOAR is our SOAR colorway, the color of Autumn leaves. Available now at abstractfiber.com . Meet Lo-Lo by Bar-Maids, "The Hottest Natural Moisturizers in the Fiber World". Bar-Maids handcrafts head-to-toe moisturizers for people who wish to proactively protect, defend, and restore their skin to baby bottom soft....

Brain trust - Episode 168 - The Knitmore Girls

This week's episode has been sponsored by: Here at Abstract Fiber we've got some fabulous new colors including Summit, Lagoon, SOAR, The Gorge. The next best thing to being at SOAR is our SOAR colorway, the color of Autumn leaves. Available now at abstractfiber.com . Meet Lo-Lo by Bar-Maids, "The Hottest Natural Moisturizers in the Fiber World". Bar-Maids handcrafts head-to-toe moisturizers for people who wish to proactively protect, defend, and restore their skin to baby bottom soft....

A beautiful day in the neighborhood - Episode 166 - The...

This week's episode has been sponsored by: Here at Abstract Fiber we've got some fabulous new colors including Summit, Lagoon, SOAR, The Gorge. The next best thing to being at SOAR is our SOAR colorway, the color of Autumn leaves. Available now at abstractfiber.com . Meet Lo-Lo by Bar-Maids, "The Hottest Natural Moisturizers in the Fiber World". Bar-Maids handcrafts head-to-toe moisturizers for people who wish to proactively protect, defend, and restore their skin to baby bottom soft....

Without a paddle - Episode 164 - The Knitmore Girls

This week's episode has been sponsored by: Here at Abstract Fiber we‚re busy getting ready for SOAR. We‚ve got some fabulous new colors including Summit, Lagoon, SOAR, The Gorge. The next best thing to being at SOAR is our SOAR colorway, the color of Autumn leaves. Available now at abstractfiber.com . Meet Lo-Lo by Bar-Maids, "The Hottest Natural Moisturizers in the Fiber World‚. Bar-Maids handcrafts head-to-toe moisturizers for people who wish to proactively protect, defend, and restore...

UFO diving - Episode 162 - The Knitmore Girls

Hypotenuse - Episode 160 - The Knitmore Girls

This episode has been sponsored by: Here at Abstract Fiber we’re busy getting ready for OFFF and SOAR. We’ve got some fabulous new colors including Summit, Lagoon, SOAR, The Gorge. The next best thing to being at SOAR is our SOAR colorway, the color of Autumn leaves. Available now at abstractfiber.com . Purlescence Yarns is the Bay Area's destination yarn shop. From the best in spinning and weaving equipment to luxurious yarns and fibers, we have what you need to make your fibery dreams a...

Black Sheep 2011 Recap - Episode 158 - The Knitmore Girls

This week's episode has been sponsored by: We're seeing the occasional ray of sun at the Abstract Fiber studio in Portland The weather is finally warming and lace knitting season has arrived! We love using MightySock for lace. 50% Tencel makes it drape beautifully, and gives it sheen. MightySock comes in any of our solids or colorways to suit your project. Give MightySock a try in your next lace project. You're gonna love it! Check AbstractFiber.com for a list of retailers or shop online...

Rumors - Episode 156 - The Knitmore Girls

This week's episode has been sponsored by: We're seeing the occasional ray of sun at the Abstract Fiber studio in Portland The weather is finally warming and lace knitting season has arrived! We love using MightySock for lace. 50% Tencel makes it drape beautifully, and gives it sheen. MightySock comes in any of our solids or colorways to suit your project. Give MightySock a try in your next lace project. You're gonna love it! Check AbstractFiber.com for a list of retailers or shop online...

Shefood on the half shell - Episode 154- The Knitmore...

This week's episode has been sponsored by: We're seeing the occasional ray of sun at the Abstract Fiber studio in Portland The weather is finally warming and lace knitting season has arrived! We love using MightySock for lace. 50% Tencel makes it drape beautifully, and gives it sheen. MightySock comes in any of our solids or colorways to suit your project. Give MightySock a try in your next lace project. You're gonna love it! Check AbstractFiber.com for a list of retailers or shop online...

Knitting Genealogy - Episode 152 - The Knitmore Girls

This week's episode has been sponsored by: We're seeing the occasional ray of sun at the Abstract Fiber studio in Portland The weather is finally warming and lace knitting season has arrived! We love using MightySock for lace. 50% Tencel makes it drape beautifully, and gives it sheen. MightySock comes in any of our solids or colorways to suit your project. Give MightySock a try in your next lace project. You're gonna love it! Check AbstractFiber.com for a list of retailers or shop online...

Pbbbbbbbt- Episode 150 - The Knitmore Girls

This week's episode has been sponsored by: Stash for a cause- Japan Earthquake Relief! Purchase any of the Abstract Fiber yarn or fiber in solid red at shows or at AbstractFiber.com through the month of April and we will donate 50% of the purchase price to the Red Cross for Japanese earthquake relief.At Purlescence Yarns we're head over heels for weaving. From rigid heddle looms like Jasmin's favorite Schacht Cricket to table and floor looms for weaving beautiful textures, Purlescence Yarns...

Recovered treasures- Episode 148 - The Knitmore Girls

Stash for a cause- Japan Earthquake Relief! Purchase any of the Abstract Fiber yarn or fiber in solid red at shows or at AbstractFiber.com through the month of April and we will donate 50% of the purchase price to the Red Cross for Japanese earthquake relief.At Purlescence Yarns we're head over heels for weaving. From rigid heddle looms like Jasmin's favorite Schacht Cricket to table and floor looms for weaving beautiful textures, Purlescence Yarns is your resource for the best in weaving...

Hope chest - Episode 146 - The Knitmore Girls

This week's episode has been sponsored by: Abstract Fiber's crew just got a chance to try Schacht’s new travel wheel, the Sidekick. What a fabulous wheel!! We were impressed enough to become dealers. The Sidekick will start shipping in May and you'll get four bumps of our FABULOUS fiber free when you order your Sidekick from us. Reserve yours now at AbstractFiber.com .Spin! Spin! Spin! The Purlescence Purl Girls are pleased to announce presales on Schacht's newest wheel, the Sidekick, the...

Hailing - Episode 144 - The Knitmore Girls

This week's episode has been sponsored by: Abstract Fiber's crew just got a chance to try Schacht’s new travel wheel, the Sidekick. What a fabulous wheel!! We were impressed enough to become dealers. The Sidekick will start shipping in May and you'll get four bumps of our FABULOUS fiber free when you order your Sidekick from us. Reserve yours now at AbstractFiber.com . Spin! Spin! Spin! The Purlescence Purl Girls are pleased to announce presales on Schacht's newest wheel, the Sidekick, the...

Ausgeleiert - Episode 142 - The Knitmore Girls

This week's episode has been sponsored by: Abstract Fiber's crew just got a chance to try Schacht’s new travel wheel, the Sidekick. What a fabulous wheel!! We were impressed enough to become dealers. The Sidekick will start shipping in May and you'll get four bumps of our FABULOUS fiber free when you order your Sidekick from us. Reserve yours now at AbstractFiber.com .Come celebrate the 6th Annual DFW Fiber Fest April 8-10, 2011. We are moving to a new, larger venue at the Convention Center...

The Kindness of Knitters - Episode 140 - The Knitmore...

This week's episode has been sponsored by: Abstract Fiber's crew just got a chance to try Schacht’s new travel wheel, the Sidekick. What a fabulous wheel!! We were impressed enough to become dealers. The Sidekick will start shipping in May and you'll get four bumps of our FABULOUS fiber free when you order your Sidekick from us. Reserve yours now at AbstractFiber.com . Come and join us in a magnificent fiber and yarn club experience. Registration is open for the following clubs: The Sock Hop...

Director's Cut - Ysolda Teague

This Director's Cut episode has been brought to you exclusively by: Unwind, Southern California's destination LYS, is excited to announce its "pop-up store" at Stitches West! Unwind features a beautifully curated selection of yarn and projects, certain to make every knitter gleeful. For an exclusive selection of Sweet Georgia Yarns, True Love Fibers and Frog Tree Sport Alpaca, along with patterns from your favorite indie designers, visit Unwind in booths 1245 and 1247. You can find Ysolda's...

Director's Cut - Miriam Felton

This Director's Cut has been sponsored by: Unwind, Southern California's destination LYS, is excited to announce its "pop-up store" at Stitches West! Unwind features a beautifully curated selection of yarn and projects, certain to make every knitter gleeful. For an exclusive selection of Sweet Georgia Yarns, True Love Fibers and Frog Tree Sport Alpaca, along with patterns from your favorite indie designers, visit Unwind in booths 1245 and 1247. You can find Miriam's blog here, her teaching...

Director's Cut- Janel Laidman

This Director's Cut has been sponsored by: Unwind, Southern California's destination LYS, is excited to announce its "pop-up store" at Stitches West! Unwind features a beautifully curated selection of yarn and projects, certain to make every knitter gleeful. For an exclusive selection of Sweet Georgia Yarns, True Love Fibers and Frog Tree Sport Alpaca, along with patterns from your favorite indie designers, visit Unwind in booths 1245 and 1247. You can find Janel's blog here, and you can...

Snake eyes - Episode 135 - The Knitmore Girls

This week's episode has been sponsored by: Give the gift of Abstract Fiber this season! Let your favorite fiber enthusiast choose their own colors by giving an Abstract Fiber gift certificate. You can find gift certificates in our tools and accessories section. They can even be emailed for quick delivery. Happy New Year from Abstract Fiber!Knitter’s Magazine is celebrating a milestone of 100 issues by going digital! Download a FREE copy of K100 -- with more than 50 beautiful patterns -- Go...

Gremlin - Episode 133 - The Knitmore Girls

This week's episode has been sponsored by: Give the gift of Abstract Fiber this season! Let your favorite fiber enthusiast choose their own colors by giving an Abstract Fiber gift certificate. You can find gift certificates in our tools and accessories section. They can even be emailed for quick delivery. Happy New Year from Abstract Fiber!Knitter’s Magazine is celebrating a milestone of 100 issues by going digital! Download a FREE copy of K100 -- with more than 50 beautiful patterns -- Go...

Raffle mojo - Episode 131 - The Knitmore Girls

This week's episode has been sponsored by: Give the gift of Abstract Fiber this holiday season! Let your favorite fiber enthusiast choose their own colors by giving an Abstract Fiber gift certificate. You can find gift certificates in our tools and accessories section. They can even be emailed for quick delivery. Happy Holidays from Abstract Fiber!Knitter’s Magazine is celebrating a milestone of 100 issues by going digital! Download a FREE copy of K100 -- with more than 50 beautiful patterns...

Weaponized Knitting - Episode 130 - The Knitmore Girls

This week's episode has been sponsored by: Abstract fiber has new Limited Luxury fibers. Our website will soon have merino cashmere silk and merino yak silk blends that we will dye to order in any of our colors until we run out. The cashmere blend sold out at SOAR in 3 hours! Visit your lys or Abstractfiber.com to see what the commotion's about!Knitter’s Magazine is celebrating a milestone of 100 issues by going digital! Download a FREE copy of K100 -- with more than 50 beautiful patterns --...

Chiengora - Episode 129 - The Knitmore Girls

This week's episode has been sponsored by: Abstract fiber has new Limited Luxury fibers. Our website will soon have merino cashmere silk and merino yak silk blends that we will dye to order in any of our colors until we run out. The cashmere blend sold out at SOAR in 3 hours! Visit your lys or Abstractfiber.com to see what the commotion's about!The holidays are fast approaching, and the Purlescence Purl Girls are preparing holiday goodies for you all to enjoy. We are pleased to announce the...

Just Say "No" - Episode 128 - The Knitmore Girls

This week's episode has been sponsored by: Abstract fiber has new Limited Luxury fibers. Our website will soon have merino cashmere silk and merino yak silk blends that we will dye to order in any of our colors until we run out. The cashmere blend sold out at SOAR in 3 hours! Visit your lys or Abstractfiber.com to see what the commotion's about! The holidays are fast approaching, and the Purlescence Purl Girls are preparing holiday goodies for you all to enjoy. We are pleased to announce the...

Lofty goals - Episode 126 - The Knitmore Girls

This week's episode has been sponsored by: Abstract fiber has new Limited Luxury fibers. Our website will soon have merino cashmere silk and merino yak silk blends that we will dye to order in any of our colors until we run out. The cashmere blend sold out at SOAR in 3 hours! Visit your lys or Abstractfiber.com to see what the commotion's about!The holidays are fast approaching, and the Purlescence Purl Girls are preparing holiday goodies for you all to enjoy. We are pleased to announce the...

Therbligs- Episode 124 - The Knitmore Girls

This week's episode has been sponsored by: Abstract fiber has new Limited Luxury fibers. Our website will soon have merino cashmere silk and merino yak silk blends that we will dye to order in any of our colors until we run out. The cashmere blend sold out at SOAR in 3 hours! Visit your lys or Abstractfiber.com to see what the commotion's about!Everything's coming up Cassidy at Purlescence Yarns! Join us for our fabulous fall Cassidy Knit-Along, featuring Chic Knit's wonderful cabled...

Tangled twists - Episode 122 - The Knitmore Girls

This week's episode has been sponsored by: Abstract Fiber is headed to SOAR! Spin-Off’s Autumn Retreat is the last week of October in southern Wisconsin, just outside of Chicago. We’re bringing crimpy, easy to spin cashmere, Polwarth, and BFL/Silk as our featured fibers, plus Hedonism, our luxury yarn available only direct from us. We’ll have our regular yarns and fibers too. If you can’t make it to SOAR check out AbstractFiber.com to find a local retailer or shop online. The market will be...

Food, Fiber, Friends - Episode 120 - The Knitmore Girls

This week's episode has been sponsored by: Abstract Fiber has a back to school special! Our Jasmine makes the very clever and pretty Flatbox Knitting bags to help pay for her college expenses. It’s time to buy books, so she’s offering a limited time special 10% discount on her bags when you buy them from AbstractFiber.com Check out AbstractFiber.com for a store near you or shop online and receive free shipping on orders over $100.Everything's coming up Cassidy at Purlescence Yarns! Join us...

Chaotic - Episode 118 - The Knitmore Girls

This week's episode has been sponsored by: Abstract Fiber has a back to school special! Our Jasmine makes the very clever and pretty Flatbox Knitting bags to help pay for her college expenses. It’s time to buy books, so she’s offering a limited time special 10% discount on her bags when you buy them from AbstractFiber.com Check out AbstractFiber.com for a store near you or shop online and receive free shipping on orders over $100.Everything's coming up Cassidy at Purlescence Yarns! Join us...

High butter content- Episode 116- The Knitmore Girls

This week's episode has been sponsored by: Abstract Fiber has a back to school special! Our Jasmine makes the very clever and pretty Flatbox Knitting bags to help pay for her college expenses. It’s time to buy books, so she’s offering a limited time special 10% discount on her bags when you buy them from AbstractFiber.com Check out AbstractFiber.com for a store near you or shop online and receive free shipping on orders over $100.Everything's coming up Cassidy at Purlescence Yarns! Join us...

Watch your swatch! - Episode 114- The Knitmore Girls

This week's episode has been sponsored by: Check it out: Abstract Fiber’s new website is up and running! All our colors are listed in every yarn and fiber. We have a new logo, new photos, and a fresh look. Take a look at our list of stores, or our gallery of a few favorite projects. To celebrate our fabulous new site, we also have a Grand Opening special. Find the coupon code hidden on one of our new pages and get 10% off your entire order. Visit us at AbstractFiber.com!Amy Singer of...

Stretch your knitting - Episode 112 - The Knitmore Girls

This week's episode has been sponsored by: Abstract Fiber is counting down to our new website. We’re expecting to be live at the beginning of August. A bright, new look, a new logo, a newsletter, and monthly specials. These specials will be very limited, so keep an eye out at the beginning of each month for knotty skeins, limited production fibers and yarns, and whatever other goodies we can find. We’ll have some new products too. Stay tuned to AbstractFiber.comAmy Singer of Knitty.com is...

When in doubt, overdo - Episode 110- The Knitmore Girls

This week's episode has been sponsored by: Abstract Fiber is building a pretty new website! In preparation, we’ve been taking tons of new photographs of yarn and fiber. You can see the pictures by searching Flickr for Abstract Fiber, or by following the link from AbstractFiber.com. We’ll be adding more photos, and keeping them on Flickr so you can browse anytime. Most of our yarn colors are available on all yarn bases, so if you see a color you like, you can have it in the yarn you want. As...

Beading heads against walls - Episode 108 - The Knitmore...

This week's episode has been sponsored by: Introducing Abstract Fiber Alto: 100% SuperWash Blue Faced Leicester in a 3-ply DK weight yarn. Shiny, very soft, just the right amount of twist. You should see how this yarn takes color! There is something magical about the way the colors smudge together and create new shades in between. Add the sheen, and it’s almost too pretty to sell. Perfect for sweaters, scarves, wrist warmers, just about anything. 4.5 ounces of Alto is nearly 400 yards and...

The boys are back! - Episode 106 - The Knitmore Girls

This week's episode has been sponsored by: Abstract FiberFact #1: Who wants their knitting happiness interrupted by a knot in their yarn? We at Abstract Fiber believe our skeins should not have knots! We maintain a zero knot policy when winding our yarns. If the yarn breaks, we set it aside and start another skein. Our Macho Socks and triple skeins give you larger skeins, and still, no knots. At Abstract Fiber we provide you with the highest quality product, and that means no knots!...

Wine and wool - Episode 104- The Knitmore Girls

This week's episode has been sponsored by:Introducing Abstract Fiber Alto: 100% SuperWash Blue Faced Leicester in a 3-ply DK weight yarn. Shiny, very soft, just the right amount of twist. You should see how this yarn takes color! There is something magical about the way the colors smudge together and create new shades in between. Add the sheen, and it’s almost too pretty to sell. Perfect for sweaters, scarves, wrist warmers, just about anything. 4.5 ounces of Alto is nearly 400 yards and...

It's like a tango - Episode 102 - The Knitmore Girls

This week's episode has been sponsored by: What could be better than Knitmore yarn? If you’re a spinner, it might be Knitmore fiber! Choose from any of our white fiber bases and order up this rockin’ color for pure spinning pleasure. We are updating our website so more yarns and fibers are available in a whole lot more colors. Keep checking AbstractFiber.com as we are making frequent updates. As always, shipping is free for orders over $100 at AbstractFiber.comThe Purlescence Purl Girls are...

For the hundredth time! - Episode 100 - The Knitmore...

This week's episode has been sponsored by:The Knitmore color has arrived! We are delighted to introduce an exclusive yarn celebrating our friends Jasmin and Gigi, the Knitmore Girls. This great color also supports a great cause. For every skein ordered, Abstract Fiber will donate $2 to the American Heart Association. Knitmore yarn is available exclusively at AbstractFiber.com.Purlescence Yarns wishes the Knitmore Girls a very happy 100th episode! To celebrate, we're offering Knitmore Girls...

When in doubt, redo - Episode 98 - The Knitmore Girls

This week's episode has been sponsored by:Have you tried Tencel? Abstract Fiber has merino/ Tencel blend yarn and fibers. With warm weather coming, Tencel blends are just right. They're cooler than pure wool and have a smooth sleek surface. MightySock makes a great warp yarn for lightweight woven scarves perfect for spring days and cool summer evenings. The drape of Tencel shows lace off beautifully. Check AbstractFiber.com to puchase merino/tencel blends online or for a list of stores near...

Intermittant knittin' - Episode 96 - The Knitmore Girls

This week's episode has been sponsored by:Have you ever spun Blue Faced Leicester blended with silk? Soft, sparkly, airy, very easy to spin. Abstract Fiber has a blend of 75% BFL and 25% tussah silk that spins like a dream. Our eye-catching colors just glow with some silk in the mix. Available in nearly all our brilliant Abstract Fiber colorways. Check it online or at our next show. Free shipping for orders over $100 at AbstractFiber.comLuscious Lo-Lo bars have landed at Purlescence Yarns....

Unsubstantiated rumors - Episode 94 - The Knitmore Girls

This week's episode has been sponsored by:Abstract Fiber now has Polwarth! This super-soft fiber has a devoted following and we think you’ll see why when you spin some up. Soft like merino, but a little easier to spin, with a distinct sheen. Heavenly! Polwarth. Polwarth in Abstract Fiber colors. Need we say more? Get yours online at AbstractFiber.com where shipping is free for orders over $100.The Purlescence Purl Girls know that the Knitmore Girls have listeners all over the world. We wish...

Mad skills - Episode 92 - The Knitmore Girls

This week's episode has been sponsored by: CNCH is coming to Santa Clara April 9-11 and Abstract Fiber will be there. Not a weaver? CNCH has something for all fiber enthusiasts! We'll have yarns for knitting and weaving, plus lots of fiber. We'll have some new fibers too, including Polwarth!!! You can also shop online anytime by clicking above. Spring is just around the corner and we here at Purlescence Yarns have turned our thoughts to lighter weight yarns. We just got a new shipment of the...

Let resting swatches lie - Episode 91 - The Knitmore...

This week's episode has been sponsored by:CNCH is coming to Santa Clara April 9-11 and Abstract Fiber will be there. Not a weaver? CNCH has something for all fiber enthusiasts! We'll have yarns for knitting and weaving, plus lots of fiber. We'll have some new fibers too, including Polwarth!!! You can also shop online anytime by clicking above.We love listen to the Knitmore Girls while putting the magazine together; our free Spring Issue, the magazine's digital debut, is live! Please check...

Olympic FEVER - Episode 89 - The Knitmore Girls

This episode has been sponsored by: Abstract Fiber will be at Stitches West in booth 642! We've got Hedonism in a very limited supply of gorgeous jewel tones. Plus new colors in every fiber, our new lace yarn Hepburn, and chocolate candy for when you need a little pick-me-up. There's seating nearby, so come hang out with us and see what goodies we've brought you. See you at Booth 642! From now until midnight March 5, 2010, use the code "MCcardi" or "MCpulli" in the Chic Knits shopping cart...

Nightstand Knitting - Episode 88 - The Knitmore Girls

This week's episode has been sponsored by: Stitches West is right around the corner! We're crazy busy getting ready,
dyeing up tons of yarn and fiber. Stop by booth 642 and see the new solids
including gold, silver, bronze, and copper! Oooh, and then there's
turquoise, orchid, blue, teal... And Hedonism... Stitches is coming! Stitches is coming! The Purlescence Purl Girls are furiously knitting away on new designs to debut at Stitches West in the Friday night fashion show. Look for five new...

Block, blocking, blocked! - Episode 86 - The Knitmore...

This week's episode has been sponsored by: This week: It show time! The Abstract Fiber team is very pleased to be a vendor at the Madrona Fiber Arts Winter Retreat in Tacoma. You’ll see new yarns, patterns, knitting bags, and spinning wheels. Then, we’re off to Stitches West. We’ll be in booth 642. It looks like we’ll have tables and chairs right next to our booth, so come rest your feet and knit and spin with us! If you can’t make it to those shows, come see us online where shipping is...

Two scarves for Grandpa - Episode 84 - The Knitmore Girls

This week's episode has been sponsored by: This week: Are you ready for Stitches West? Here at Purlescence Yarns we're busily knitting new designs and planning our booth. Come in or call today for 10% off supplies for your Stitches classes. Proof of registration is required. We'll be announcing special Stitches events on the Knitmore Girls podcast in the coming weeks On the Needles: (00:31) We go to knitting almost every night this week! Gigi continues work on her dishcloth baby blanket....

Go 2010! - Episode 82 - The Knitmore Girls

This week's episode has been sponsored by:This week: Happy New Year from Purlescence Yarns! We're ringing in the new year with gorgeous lace shawl patterns from Goddess Knits and a brand new shipment of Dream in Color Starry in glorious shades. Amy Butler knitting bags at 50% off! Call or come in today for best selection. As always, we happily ship anywhere in the world, bringing a little bit of local yarn store straight to your front door!On the Needles: (00:28)If you haven't heard it yet,...

Virtual Gifts - Episode 81 - The Knitmore Girls

This week's episode has been sponsored by: This week: It's that time of year again, and inventory is just around the corner for us. If you buy it, we don't have to count it! All yarns and knitting bags will be 30% off through December 31 (excluding yarns by Blue Moon Fiber Arts and Abstract Fiber). Selected yarns, bags, and books will be featured at 50% off. And don't forget that our dye kits continue at 60% off through the end of this month! On the Needles: (00:31) Jasmin has finished the...

The Emperor's New Silk - Episode 79 - The Knitmore Girls

This week's episode has been sponsored by: Normal 0 0 1 106 608 5 1 746 11.1282 0 0 0 Want to be part of a great adventure in 2010? Become a member of Crown Mountain Farms fiber or yarn clubs. The clubs have free shipping worldwide. The "Fiber Of The Month" club and the "Knitting For Fun" club both offer different colorways you can play with and you may choose different yarns or fibers. Discounts of 5% or 10% are available on purchases during 2010 on our website depending on the duration of...

Stash Saturation - Episode 77 - The Knitmore Girls

This week's episode has been sponsored by: Want to be part of a great adventure in 2010? Become a member of Crown Mountain Farms fiber or yarn clubs. Registration is now in it's second week. The clubs have free shipping worldwide. The "Fiber Of The Month" club and the "Knitting For Fun" club both offer different colorways you can play with and you may choose different yarns or fibers. Discounts of 5% or 10% are available on purchases during 2010 on our website depending on the duration of...

Cables and Cowls - Episode 75 - The Knitmore Girls...

This week's episode has been sponsored by: Knit Purl Sew What? introduces the Knit'n Walk. This little bag allows the knitter to, hmmmm.... well, knit AND walk! Just insert the yarn, attach the bag to your wrist and knit. They are perfect for sock, scarf, and other small projects.Crown Mountain farms is opening registration on 11/18 for THREE different 2010 clubs!In the knitting for fun club we will do a Tam, fingerless gloves, summer lace scarf, socks, hat and boot toppers - all patterns...

Driving Miss Gigi - Episode 73 - The Knitmore Girls

This week's episode has been sponsored by: This week: Did you know Abstract Fiber has a Ravelry group? Aaabsolutely Abstract is the place to go to meet our staff and see what other Ravelers are doing with their Abstract Fiber. We’d love to meet you online and see pictures of your projects. Aaabsolutely Abstract is also a great place to ask questions, find out where we’ll be next, and keep up with what’s new. If you’re looking for Abstract Fiber at a yarn shop near you, AbstractFiber.com also...

Back in the saddle - Episode 71 - The Knitmore Girls

This week's episode has been sponsored by: This week: Did you know Abstract Fiber has a Ravelry group? Aaabsolutely Abstract is the place to go to meet our staff and see what other Ravelers are doing with their Abstract Fiber. We’d love to meet you online and see pictures of your projects. Aaabsolutely Abstract is also a great place to ask questions, find out where we’ll be next, and keep up with what’s new. If you’re looking for Abstract Fiber at a yarn shop near you, AbstractFiber.com also...

Oh what a Tangled Yoke we knit - Episode 69 - The...

This week's episode has been sponsored by: This week: Abstract FiberFact #1: Who wants their knitting happiness interrupted by a knot in their yarn? We at Abstract Fiber believe our skeins should not have knots! We maintain a zero knot policy when winding our yarns. If the yarn breaks, we set it aside and start another skein. Our Macho Socks and triple skeins give you larger skeins, and still, no knots. At Abstract Fiber we provide you with the highest quality product, and that means no...

A solid foundation - Episode 67 - The Knitmore Girls

This week's episode has been sponsored by: This week: New colors! Joseph’s Coat is named for a rose that has a whole bouquet of colors on one plant, Bonfire fiber glows so brightly, we sold right out of the first batch (don’t worry, we have more!). Pheasant’s warm brown sprinkled with colors is proving rather irresistible. If you’re looking for Abstract Fiber at a yarn shop near you, AbstractFiber.com also lists all the stores carrying our products. Online shoppers at AbstractFiber.com...

Bring on the Men - Episode 65 - The Knitmore Girls

This week's episode has been sponsored by: This week: Drop by Abstract Fiber, booth #909, to see all of our luscious colors in person. We have tons of samples so you can feel the spring in SuperSock and see the wide range of garments you can make with MightySock. Once you’re back home, check out AbstractFiber.com. Our website lists all the shops that carry our yarns, or you can purchase from our online store. Thank you to everyone who visited the Abstract Fiber booth at Sock Summit! This...

Be Kind, Rewind - Episode 63 - The Knitmore Girls Podcast

This week's episode has been sponsored by: This week: New colors! Look for Bonfire, Portland, Cordelia, and more. Our yarn will also be featured at Knit Purl’s booth in a limited edition color, Rose City, available only for Sock Summit. You can pre-order Rose City now at Knit-Purl.com. Come visit us at the Summit, we’ll be in booth 909. We’re also available online every day at AbstractFiber.com. This week: The Purlescence Purl Girls are Dyeing for Glory. Nathania and Kaye have dyed up three...

A Verb for Having Fun - Episode 62 - The Knitmore Girls...

This episode has been sponsored by:This week: Merino fiber dyed by Pagewood Farms. Available by weight. Local folks, come learn to spin with us in our Drop Spinning Basics class, starting July 25.On the Needles: (00:27)ROAD TRIP! We go up to Berkeley with Miss Kalendar (from Brass Needles) to A Verb for Keeping Warm and Lacis. Jasmin's favorite thing at Verb- the 70% Superwash Merino/ 30% Silk sock yarn. Gigi's is the Merino/Cashmere/Nylon blend, dyed with Indigo. (Not on the Verb website...

Ready. Set. Spin MORE! - Episode 60 - The Knitmore Girls

This week's episode has been sponsored by: This week: The Purlescence Purl Girls are taking a bit of vacation time, and will be closed Tuesday 6/30 through Tuesday 7/7. Look for a great big summertime sale July 10-13 when they’ve reopened.Worldwide shipping is available. Mention that you’re a listener and they’ll include Knitmore Girls swag with your order. Events: (00:27) - Sock Summit, August 6-9. Meet and greet still TBD. - Monterey Wool Auction [Click on "Sunday"] August 16th. 12:30PM On...

Reviving your mojo - Episode 58 - The Knitmore Girls

This week's episode has been sponsored by: This week: A wide selection of wheels from Louet, Schacht and Ashford for in-store pickup or shipment.. Worldwide shipping is available. Mention that you’re a listener and they’ll include Knitmore Girls swag with your order. All new subscribers receive a free gift from Eucalan as our way of saying thanks for supporting Verena Knitting! Use subscription code: KNITMG Events: (00:30)We will be at the Sock Summit! August 6-9th, Oregon Convention Center....

Mesmerized! - Episode 56 - The Knitmore Girls

This week's episode has been sponsored by: This week: Purlescence Yarns carries many of the yarns used in Cookie A’s “Sock Innovation” including Louet Gems, Mountain Colors Barefoot, Lorna’s Laces Shepherd Sock, Colinette Jitterbug, and Dream in Color Smooshy. Worldwide shipping is available. All new subscribers receive a free gift from Eucalan as our way of saying thanks for supporting Verena Knitting! Use subscription code: KNITMG Events: (00:27) Saturday, June 13th- World Wide Knit in...

Shawls, Sweaters, and Socks! - Episode 54 - The Knitmore...

This week's episode has been sponsored by: New this week: rosy pinks, deep, dark reds, hot tropicals, deep green, a brown, and a foggy grey. For spinners: a blend of yak and merino, and soon will have pure silk for summer spinning. As always, Abstract Fiber offers free domestic shipping on orders over $100. This week: A beautiful selection of hand-dyed silk lace yarn from Blue Moon Fiber Arts and Claudia Hand Painted Yarns, as well as wool, alpaca, and cashmere lace blends for summer lace...

The Wrath of Yaaaarn! - Episode 52 - The Knitmore Girls

This week's episode has been sponsored by:Orders over $100 receive free shipping!New this week: Knitting bags by Lexie Barnes, Della Q, Lantern Moon, Amy Butler, and the new Zuca bag- a knitting bag on wheels. Will ship anywhere in the world!All new subscribers receive a free gift from Eucalan as our way of saying thanks for supporting Verena Knitting!Use subscription code: KNITMGThe Knitmore Girls remind you to call your mother!On the Needles: (1:50)Jasmin and Andrew took Gigi to see the...

From UFO to FO- Episode 50 - The Knitmore Girls

This episode has been sponsored by:New this week: Lantern Moon bags and baskets to our array of knitting accessories. $2 of the purchase for the Tote for the Cure basket goes to Living Beyond Breast Cancer. Visit our blog to see that and other wonderful styles from Lantern Moon.All new subscribers receive a free gift from Eucalan as our way of saying thanks for supporting Verena Knitting!Use subscription code: KNITMGThis week, we're joined by Tika (host of Gives Good Knit) and Andrew.The...

Galina knits behind the Iron Curtain - Episode 48 - The...

This week's episode has been sponsored by: Inspired to knit lace? Purlescence Yarns offers a variety of gorgeous laceweight yarns including variegated silks from Blue Moon Fiber Arts and Claudia Handpainted Yarns to alpaca from Cascade and Alpaca with a Twist. You're sure to find the perfect thing to knit any lace your heart desires. We happily ship anywhere in the world. All new subscribers receive a free gift from Eucalan as our way of saying thanks for supporting Verena Knitting! Use...

Luuuuucy! We're knitting! - Episode 46 - The Knitmore...

This week's episode has been sponsored by:Simply Socks Yarn Company caters to the sock knitter with thousands of colors and styles of sock yarn. Whether you’re looking for Lorna’s Laces, Dream in Color, or that special small dyer, we have what you’re looking for- in stock and ready to ship. Don’t forget to visit our sale section for up to 50% off yarn and accessories. Just in this week: Cookie A's new book, Sock Innovations, full of beautiful sock patterns and lots of inspiring information...

When good knits go bad - Episode 44 - The Knitmore Girls

This week's podcast is sponsored by: New this week: Takhi Cotton Classic, Rowan Cotton Glace, Rowan Handknit Cotton, Classic Elite Provence, RYC Siena, Blue Sky Organic Cotton. Admin: (00:35)Here are the links for some of the podcasts that have changed feeds. (Thanks to the Knitting Podcast blog for collecting a comprehensive list.)Belle of the Ball PodcastStitch-It PodcastKnit Naturally PodcastKnaked KnitsCogKNITive PodcastBarknKnit PodcastHigh Fiber Diet PodcastShe-Knits PodcastBrown Eyed...