Listen here:
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
Knitcircus Magazine offers free articles, videos, recipes and patterns inspiration for every season and every family member! Check out our affordable Pattern Collection downloads for three rings of knitting and crochet fun. Please join us for the first Knitcircus Spring Knitting Retreat Saturday, April 16th!
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 to KnittingUniverse.com/Zinio for your FREE digital copy of K100
AND for details on how you can receive future issues of Knitter’s in print or digital formats.
Spin! Spin! Spin! The Purlescence Purl Girls are pleased to announce presales on Schacht's newest wheel, the Sidekick, the first folding travel spinning wheel from Schacht. We're expecting our first shipment of Sidekicks in early May. Call us today to reserve one for your very own with a modest deposit. We're also thrilled to announce that beautiful wheels are on their way from Kromski. We expect our first shipment from them in the next couple of weeks. As always, we have loads of wheels and looms in stock!
On the needles: (00:39)
Gigi has cast on a whole slew of vanilla socks. Jasmin mentions Socks Soar on Two Circular Needles by Cat Bordhi. Jasmin has cast on a pair of vanilla socks out of the Fancy Image Sock yarn, from their yarn of the month club from June 2006. Gigi is working on the Ophidian shawl by Sivia Harding. Jasmin cast on a Flagstone scarf by Stephen West out of Reynold's Dover. Jasmin has started the second sleeve on her Mariah, and makes a reference to the Pod People. (The correct reference would be "The Invaders".) You can find the highlighters here. Jasmin's Elemental Pullover is SAVED! Miss Kalendar (from the Brass Needles podcast) gets Jasmin to start weaving. Jasmin is using Kauni to weave with.
Events: (17:28)
- February 17-20: Stitches West in Santa Clara, CA.
- Meet and greets:
- Friday, 12-1 pm: Purlescence Yarns booth (Booths 740, 742, 839, 841)
- Saturday, 12-1 pm: Abstract Fiber booth (Booth 939)
Bring a preemie cap to donate, get something special. (Thanks for the logo, Rosemary!)
- April 6-9: Camp KIP! (Check the site for the updates.)
Mother Knows Best: (19:00)
Gigi answers a question from the "What do you want to hear about" thread about lining knit skirts.
When Knitting Attacks: (27:58)
Gigi's Ophidian is attacked by the cardinal rule of knitting.
Review: (33:56)
and Freddie's Blanket
by Joanna Johnson, illustrated by Eric Johnson. They are fantastic kids' books that include great knitting patterns. We LOVE these books!
Straw into Gold: (41:55)
Jasmin is really enjoying spinning the Romney/Rambouillet for Andrew's sweater, and has managed to spin 10 out of the 21 ounces for the body of the sweater. Jasmin talks about bobbin winders, the eBay one from Hollyhockhillfarm, the Swedish bobbin winders, and the Schacht electric winder.
Just wanted to drop you a line & let you know how much I enjoy your podcast. I just started listening a couple months ago. I've been knitting for about 5 years and only recently discovered all the internet has to offer for my addiction. Thanks for expanding my horizons! :)
ReplyDeleteThanks for a great episode, have fun at Stitches. I know you can finish your sweater in time! :)
ReplyDeleteGreat show. Thanks for getting me out on my walk! Have you seen this vid?
ReplyDeletehttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fUZd6WcWy2k&feature=player_embedded
Thanks for getting me through another workout at the gym with your podcast! Sometimes you two are the only reason I make it to the gym!! Thanks also for the link to the highlighters!
ReplyDeleteHave fun at Stitches!
xo