Episode 139: Bigger Than Your Head

Show Notes 

KAL/CAL:  We are hosting a Selfish Knitting KAL for the months of November and December! Anything you knit for yourself during this time period can be entered to win.

On The Dance Card:

Wendy is working on:

Kieran Knits Thrummed Mittens by Helene Driesen in Malabrigo worsted and Frabjous Fibers merino in the Patina colorway.

Brickless by Martina Behm with Malabrigo sock in the Solis colorway.  This is an impromptu knit-along with a couple of friends who also missed the Brickless boat a few months ago, so join in if you did, too!

Sheila is working on:

Urban Necessity Gloves in Patons wool, modified slightly.

Felted Clogs by Bev Galeskas in Patons wool

Rate Your Date:

Wendy's PhD:

One thrummed mitten!

Sheila's PhD:

One (pre-felted) Felted Clog!

Whirlwind Romance:

Nothing this week.

Future Dates:

We just need to finish some projects!

Baubles & Bling:

Bags from Knittingsmybag!

Lip balm and lotion bars from StitchPrayLove

Gnome Markers from KaratStix

Gossip & Innuendo:

Don't forget to use our Coupon Code HEAR25 to get 25% off the Stetson Court Capelet pattern by Carolyn Noyes!!  Good until 1/1/14

Don't forget to get your Christmas themed Stitched by Jessalu Bags before they are all gone!  Also. check out the Mad Color Fiber Arts club Mad Geek Tour !  The upcoming theme is Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy and the club will feature an SBJL bag!!  I've previewed the fabric and it is AWESOME!

Current Contest:

Want to win a pattern e-book from designer Amy King, also known as Spunky Eclectic?  Check out her two latest releases:  Diamonds for Jess and Terraced and tell us which of her amazing yarns you would knit them in!  The contest thread is here.  We will keep this open until our next episode.

We will not be recording during the holiday week, so we will see you after the New Year!

Episode 138: The Finger

This week's WIPs include Sheila's gloves and Wendy's thrummed mittens. Finished objects include two kinds of dish cloths, Knotty Gloves, baby mittens and Norwegian baby hats. We draw winners for three contests this week: Stetson Capelet, Swants Dance and Swants donation. 

Show Notes 

KAL/CAL:  We are hosting a Selfish Knitting KAL for the months of November and December! Anything you knit for yourself during this time period can be entered to win.

On The Dance Card:

Wendy is working on:

Kieran Knits Thrummed Mittens by Helene Driesen in Malabrigo worsted and Frabjous Fibers merino in the Patina colorway

Sheila is working on:

Urban Necessity Gloves in Patons wool, modified slightly.

Knitted Kitty by Lillian in scrap wool.

Clapotis by Kate Gilbert in Seacoast Handpainted Silk and Ivory in the Antique color way

Rate Your Date:

Wendy finished:

Knotty Gloves by Julie Mueller in Dream in Color Smooshy, Dusky Aurora color way.

Elfin Cap by Bernat Design Studio in Zitron Unisono (3mo and 6mo sizes) (328 yds)

Baby Mittens by Malin Nilsson in Zitron Unisono

Sheila finished:

Grandmother's Favorite Dishcloth in Sugar and Cream cotton

DW Darrell Waltrip Dishcloth by Rhonda White in Sugar and Cream cotton

Whirlwind Romance:

Nothing this week.

Future Dates:

Wendy plans on knitting Brickless by Martina Behm with Malabrigo sock in an impromptu knit-along with a couple of friends who also missed the Brickless boat a few months ago.

Sheila plans on making Felted Clogs by Bev Galeskas and Striped Cotton Cowl by Purl Soho in kitchen cotton with embroidery floss.

Baubles & Bling:

Nothing this week.

Gossip & Innuendo:

We drew prizes for the Swants and Swants donations, as well as for the Stetson Court Capelet pattern by Carolyn Noyes.

Don't forget to get your Christmas themed Stitched by Jessalu Bags before they are all gone!  Also. check out the Mad Color Fiber Arts club Mad Geek Tour !  The upcoming theme is Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy and the club will feature an SBJL bag!!  I've previewed the fabric and it is AWESOME!

New Contest:

Want to win a pattern e-book from designer Amy King, also known as Spunky Eclectic?  Check out her two latest releases:  Diamonds for Jess and Terraced and tell us which of her amazing yarns you would knit them in!  The contest thread is here.

Swants Dance!

You asked for it, you donated to charity for it, and I was happy to oblige!

Episode 137: Hang On To Your Shoes

It's an epic WIP week for Sheila, who is working on a pair of gloves, a pair of socks and a Clapotis! Wendy is dedicated to finishing up a pair of Knotty gloves. The FO this week is Wendy's Modified Rockefeller. Baubles and Bling include Gypsy Girl Creations, I Knit and Dye, and Leading Men Fiber Arts. We draw a prize for the Head To Toe Kids' Accessories and Wendy reveals a peek at her Swants of Shame! 

  Show Notes 

KAL/CAL:  We are hosting a Selfish Knitting KAL for the months of November and December! Anything you knit for yourself during this time period can be entered to win.

On The Dance Card:

Wendy is working on:

Knotty Gloves by Julie Mueller in Dream in Color Smooshy, Dusky Aurora color way.

Semele by Asa Tricosa in Leading Men Fiber Arts Ghostlight Lace, Envy color way.

Rate Your Date:

Wendy finished:

Rockefeller by Stephen West ($6 on Rav) in MadTosh Sock in the Dr. Zhivago's Sky and Denim color ways.

Whirlwind Romance:

Nothing this week.

Future Dates:

Wendy plans on knitting Brickless by Martina Behm with Malabrigo sock in an impromptu knit-along with a couple of friends who also missed the Brickless boat a few months ago.

Sheila plans on making Felted Clogs by Bev Galeskas and Striped Cotton Cowl by Purl Soho in kitchen cotton with embroidery floss.

Baubles & Bling:

Wendy received

I Knit or Dye Rubber Sole yarn in purple from GigiLondon

Sheila received

I Knit or Dye Rubber Sole yarn in green from GigLondon

Gypsy Girl Creations Transitions yarn in a green gradient

Wendy purchased

Fitbit band in hot pink.

Sheila purchased

Leading Men Fiber Arts Ghostlight Lace in the Envy color way

Gossip & Innuendo:

Wendy has made Swants for charity!  Stay tuned for the epic Swants Dance video.  Also, next week, Wendy will draw two prizes:  one from the people who made Swants and posted a picture in the thread, and one from the people who donated to charity.

We drew a winner of the new Cooperative Press book Head to Toe: Kids' Knit Accessories by Katya Frankel.  Thanks for playing!

New Contest:

Want to win a copy of the Stetson Court Capelet and a $10 gift card to Webs?  Tell me which yarn you would use to knit this pattern in our contest thread.  We will draw a winner at the end of our next podcast!  Also, in case you aren't the winner, stay tuned next week for an awesome coupon code!

Episode 136: Swants of Shame and Other Stuff

Wendy is all alone this week with her nearly completed Rockefeller WIP. Baubles and bling this week include a Knittingsmybag Bag and More Kit and the October installment of the Hello Yarn fiber club. Wendy discusses her recent health scare and promises to dance in the Swants of Shame for charity. Book reviewed this week is Head to Toe by Katya Frankel from Cooperative Press. There will be a contest this week to win a pdf copy of the book! 

  Show Notes 

KAL/CAL:  We are hosting a Selfish Knitting KAL for the months of November and December! Anything you knit for yourself during this time period can be entered to win.

On The Dance Card:

Wendy is working on:

Rockefeller by Stephen West ($6 on Rav) in MadTosh Sock in the Dr. Zhivago's Sky and Denim color ways.

Rate Your Date:

Nothing this week

Whirlwind Romance:

Nothing this week.

Future Dates:

Wendy plans on knitting Brickless with Malabrigo sock in an impromptu knit-along with a couple of friends who also missed the Brickless boat a few months ago.

Baubles & Bling:

Wendy purchased

Knittingsmybag Bag and More kit, Christmas 2013.

Hello Yarn October 2013 Club on Corriedale

Gossip & Innuendo:

Wendy is going to make and wear Swants for charity!  See more details in the Ravelry thread!  If people want to see Wendy dance in her Swants like Stephen West does here, throw a couple of bucks to the charity of your choice.  If you Swants-along with me, we will draw one name of the proud Swantser to win a prize!

Book Review:

I reviewed the new Cooperative Press book Head to Toe: Kids' Knit Accessories by Katya Frankel.  Check our Ravelry group thread for a contest to win a copy of this awesome kids' knits book!

Episode 135: Wonky is the Word of the Week

This week's FOs include a Hiro with non-wonky neckline, Yarnissima's Spice Man socks in BMFA STR, and two different dishcloth patterns. WIPs include Semele, Rockefeller and Sheila's glove adaptation. Baubles and Bling featured are MadTosh sock from Stitches East and the ever-present Tervis Cup! Stick around until the end to learn more about Swants, the new fashion sweeping the nation. 

  Show Notes 

KAL/CAL:  We are hosting a Selfish Knitting KAL for the months of November and December!  Anything you knit for yourself during this time period can be entered to win.

On The Dance Card:

Wendy is working on:

Rockefeller by Stephen West ($6 on Rav) in MadTosh Sock in the Dr. Zhivago's Sky and Denim color ways.

Semele by Asa Tricosa ($6 on Rav) in Leading Men Fiber Arts Ghostlight lace in the Envy colorway.

Sheila is working on:

Gloves for her son (improvised) in Patons Wool

Rate Your Date:

Wendy finished:

Hiro Sweater by Julia Farwell-Clay ($7 on Rav) in Valley Yarns Berkshire

Sheila finished:

Spice Man by Yarnissima in Socks That Rock light weight in the Cables of Wrath colorway.

Grandmother's Favorite Washcloth in Peaches n' Cream Christmas colored cotton

Another dishcloth with this design in the same yarn.

Whirlwind Romance:

Nothing this week.

Future Dates:

Wendy plans on finishing her current WIPs

Sheila plans on making a pair of felted clogs by Bev Galeskas ($7.95 on Rav) for herself and reknitting Rye Socks by Tincanknits for her son, since the first sock was too small.

Baubles & Bling:

Sheila received:

Tervis 24oz cup in the Owls pattern

Wendy purchased:

Knittingsmybag medium bag in a flowered pattern.

MadTosh Sock in Dr. Zhivago's Sky and Denim colorways

Wendy received:

Awesome Jean Luc Picard action figs and a carry case from the Awesome Netta!

Gossip & Innuendo:

You can check out the Swants tutorial on Stephen West's website!  You can also watch a video of him dancing in Swants here.

Episode 134: Wonky Neckline

We're back! This week's WIPs include the Spice Man socks and Semele. FOs include Wendy's improvised cowl and the Hiro Sweater. Featured baubles and bling include Wendy's purchases from Spunky Eclectic and Stitched by Jessalu at New England Fiber Fest, and a new bag from Knittingsmybag. 

  Show Notes 

KAL/CAL:  We are hosting a Selfish Knitting KAL for the months of November and December!  Anything you knit for yourself during this time period can be entered to win.

On The Dance Card:

Wendy is working on:

Semele by Asa Tricosa ($6 on Rav) in Leading Men Fiber Arts Ghostlight lace in the Envy colorway.

Sheila is working on:

Spice Man by Yarnissima in Socks That Rock light weight in the Cables of Wrath colorway.

Rate Your Date:

Wendy finished:

Hiro Sweater by Julia Farwell-Clay ($7 on Rav) in Valley Yarns Berkshire

Improvised cowl from in Tess Yarns Kitten.

Whirlwind Romance:

Nothing this week.

Future Dates:

Wendy plans on finishing her current WIPs

Sheila plans on making a pair of felted clogs by Bev Galeskas ($7.95 on Rav) for herself and reknitting Rye Socks by Tincanknits for her son, since the first sock was too small.

Baubles & Bling:

Wendy bought:

Spunky Eclectic fiber in a semi-solid blue colorway

Stitched by Jessalu wedge bags in the Zombie Apocalypse and Bunnies on Scooters fabric

Enchanted Knoll Farm sock yarn in the Common Grackle colorway (for a prize giveaway)

Cherry Tree Hill Yarn striping sock yarn (for a prize giveaway)

Tervis 24oz cup in the Gerbera Daisy pattern with matching handle

Gossip & Innuendo:

We announced the winners of the Hats for Charity and Sweater KALs.  Please PM Sheila with your info to get your prize!

Episode 133: She Did It!

Sheila gets her phlebotomy certificate! This week's WIPs include Sheila's Spice Man socks, and Wendy's improvised cashmere cowl, Knotty gloves, Hiro sweater and Semele shawl. Wendy brought back an old FO with its button finally sewed on, the Spiral Cowl. Baubles and bling include Tess Yarn and Into the Whirled Yarn, bought at Rhinebeck on Sunday. We draw two winners for the Train to Maine contests. 

  Show Notes 

KAL/CAL:  TWO KAL/CALs this time!  Join us in knitting a Sweater and/or Hats for Charity.

On The Dance Card:

Wendy is working on:

Improvised Cowl in Tess Yarns Kitten in the turquoise and black colorway.

Semele by Asa Tricosa ($6 on Rav) in Leading Men Fiber Arts Ghostlight lace in the Envy colorway.

Hiro Sweater by Julia Farwell-Clay ($7 on Rav) in Valley Yarns Berkshire

Knotty Gloves by Julia Mueller in Dream in Color Smooshy, Dusky Aurora colorway.

Sheila is working on:

Spice Man by Yarnissima in Socks That Rock light weight in the Cables of Wrath colorway.

Rate Your Date:

Wendy finally finished her Spiral Cowl by Keri McKiernan in custom dyed Spinning Fates worsted yarn from the Knittingsmybag Christmas 2012 BAM kit.

Whirlwind Romance:

Nothing this week.

Future Dates:

Wendy plans on finishing her current WIPs

Sheila plans on making a pair of felted clogs by Bev Galeskas ($7.95 on Rav) for herself and reknitting Rye Socks by Tincanknits for her son, since the first sock was too small.

Baubles & Bling:

Wendy bought:

Tess Yarn Kitten in the turquoise and black colorway

Into The Whirled Delhi yarn in the Qualinesti and Squeak colorways

Sheila bought:

Tess Yarn Superwash Merino in the black and white colorway.

Gossip & Innuendo:

We announced the winners of the Train to Maine contest and the Where's Carolyn? Contest hosted by designer Carolyn Noyes.

Wendy will be attending the following upcoming events.  Come up and say hello and I'll give you a button!

Fiber Festival of New England in West Springfield, MA on November 2-3.  Wendy will attend.  Post in the group if you are attending and want to meet up.

Stitches East in Hartford, CT on November 7-10.  Wendy will attend.  Post in the group if you are attending and want to meet up.

Episode 132: Rhinebeck 2013

It's the annual Rhinebeck episode! This year featuring Knittingsmybag as our wonderful cohost. Projects include the TGV, Hiro Sweater and Rye Socks. Baubles and Bling include Good Karma Farm, Gale's Art, Into The Whirled, Fiber Optic Yarn and Enchanted Knoll Farm. Featuring the Travel Kate by Thayer Syme! Stay tuned at the end to see the amazing Captain Picard photo montage! Thanks to everyone who played along. 

  Show Notes 

KAL/CAL:  TWO KAL/CALs this time!  Join us in knitting a Sweater and/or Hats for Charity.

Guest Host:  Lois, aka Knittingsmybag.  You can visit her shop HERE !

On The Dance Card:

Wendy is working on:

Hiro Sweater by Julia Farwell-Clay ($7 on Rav) in Valley Yarns Berkshire

Sheila is working on:

Rye by Tincanknits (free on Rav) in Dream in Color Classy, Go-Go Grassy colorway

Lois is working on:

TGV (High Speed Knitting) by Susan Ashcroft (~$4.25 on Rav) in Ethereal Fibers Nebula Sock in the Cornucopia colorway.

Rate Your Date:

Sheila finished:

Urbana by Stephen West ($6 on Rav) in Cascade Eco.

Lois finished:

Cream and Sugar Cowl by Alana Dakos ($6 on Rav) in Dream in Color Smooshy, Butter Peeps colorway

Whirlwind Romance:

Nothing this week.

Future Dates:

Wendy plans on finishing her current WIPs

Sheila plans on making a pair of felted clogs by Bev Galeskas ($7.95 on Rav) for herself

Lois is planning on knitting Train to Maine Pullover by Carolyn Noyes ($6.50 on Rav)

Baubles & Bling:

Wendy bought:

The Travel Kate handcrafted from quarter sawn oak by Thayer Syme.  It will hold 4 bobbins and includes knobs for tensioning.

Enchanted Knoll Farm batt in the Johnny Jump-Up colorway

Gale's Art Swirl BFL in the Tatooed Lady colorway

Fiber Optic Yarn Merino Silk top in the Blackbird colorway

Good Karma Farm Carrabassett Soap in the Citrus Clove scent (with french clay!)  Lois also bought this soap.  It smells amazing.

Sheila bought:

Good Karma Yarn in 20,000 Leagues Under The Sea

Lois bought:

Enchanted Knoll Farm batt in the Heavenly Day colorway

Gale's Art fiber in Gothic Heart,  and the Moldy Pumpkin and Indian Corn colorways on mixed BFL

Fiber Optic Yarn Merino Silk top in the Turquoise to Tangerine and Raspberry Cream colorways

Into The Whirled Rambouillet in the Queen of France colorway and Martini & Rossy colorway

Good Karma Yarn in Seafoam

Gossip & Innuendo:

Fiber Festival of New England in West Springfield, MA on November 2-3.  Wendy will attend.  Post in the group if you are attending and want to meet up.

Stitches East in Hartford, CT on November 7-10.  Wendy will attend.  Post in the group if you are attending and want to meet up.

TWO CONTESTS CONTINUE!  We will draw winners next week.

Check out the Train to Maine sweater and hat patterns by Carolyn Noyes!  You can read all about her inspiration at the link.

Contest 1:  Tell us which yarn and colorways you would use to knit these beautiful garments.  Post in the contest thread on our group, and we will pick a winner to receive the patterns and a $10 Webs gift certificate during our next show!

Contest 2:  WHERE'S CAROLYN?  If you are attending Rhinebeck, watch for Carolyn wearing the hat and/or sweater and get a picture of her!  Post it in the contest thread in our group and you could win the patterns and a $20 Webs gift certificate.  We will pick a winner the week AFTER Rhinebeck to give you time to get home and post your photos.  Good luck!

Stay tuned at the end of the podcast for an awesome video montage of the Captain Picard Rhinebeck Experience!

Episode 131: The Train to Maine

This week we announce the winner of the Hitch PDF giveaway and TWO new contests to win Carolyn Noyes' Train to Maine hat and sweater patterns. WIPs include the Urbana by Stephen West, Knotty gloves, Hiro sweater and Semele shawl. Baubles and bling featured this week include the Hello Yarn October 2013 club offering. 

  Show Notes 

KAL/CAL:  TWO KAL/CALs this time!  Join us in knitting a Sweater and/or Hats for Charity.

Podcasts no longer on Blip:  Sassypants Knitter, 3 Stitches, We Are Yarn, Positively Knitting, Snappy Stitches/Manic Purl, Holding the Sticks, Sticks and Stones, Knit Nerd, Heartland Knits, A Spinner's Whirled, Lindses Podcast, Knittynatter, Traveling Sock Knitter, Apple Blossom & Ewe, Lemknitcrochet.  Check out the Ravelry groups linked to get more information and consider donating either to the planned website below or to the individual podcasts that you watch in order to help them transition to a different host.

Podfiber - Watchfiber is the website planned for development by Rav member dwonderly, the husband of Hippie Penguin of the Hippie Penguin podcast.  If you are interested in supporting what could become a podcasting community and hosting site, check out this Indiegogo site.

On The Dance Card:

Wendy is working on:

Semele by Asa Tricosa ($6 on Rav) in Leading Men Fiber Arts Ghostlight lace in the Envy colorway.

Zoom Loom Blanket in various scrap yarns and Knit Picks Wool of the Andes sport weight in Ash colorway.

Hiro Sweater by Julia Farwell-Clay ($7 on Rav) in Valley Yarns Berkshire

Knotty Gloves by Julia Mueller in Dream in Color Smooshy, Dusky Aurora colorway.
Sheila is working on:

Urbana by Stephen West ($6 on Rav) in Cascade Eco.

Rate Your Date:

Wendy finished one Knotty Glove.

Whirlwind Romance:

Wendy won First Place in the Intermediate division at the Topsfield Fair spinning bee, and Fifth Place in the Spindle contest.

Future Dates:

Wendy plans on finishing her current WIPs

Sheila plans on making a pair of felted clogs by Bev Galeskas ($7.95 on Rav) for herself and a pair of Rye Socks by Tincanknits for her son.

Baubles & Bling:

Wendy got the October 2013 offering from the Hello Yarn Fiber Club.  The colorway is Dormant on Portuguese Merino.

Gossip & Innuendo:

We announced the winner of the Hitch: Patterns Inspired by the movies of Alfred Hitchcock contest.

Upcoming Fiber Events on our radar:

Rhinebeck in Rhinebeck, NY on October 19-20.  We will be at the podcaster meet up, and if you see us there or run into us as we check out the festival, be sure to introduce yourself and get a button!  Also, if you are looking for Stitched by Jessalu bags at Rhinebeck this year, they will be sold in the Holiday Yarns booth in Building 26 (she had a different location last year).

Fiber Festival of New England in West Springfield, MA on November 2-3.  Wendy will attend.  Post in the group if you are attending and want to meet up.

Stitches East in Hartford, CT on November 7-10.  Wendy will attend.  Post in the group if you are attending and want to meet up.

TWO NEW CONTESTS!

Check out the Train to Maine sweater and hat patterns by Carolyn Noyes!  You can read all about her inspiration at the link.

Contest 1:  Tell us which yarn and colorways you would use to knit these beautiful garments.  Post in the contest thread on our group, and we will pick a winner to receive the patterns and a $10 Webs gift certificate during our next show!

Contest 2:  WHERE'S CAROLYN?  If you are attending Rhinebeck, watch for Carolyn wearing the hat and/or sweater and get a picture of her!  Post it in the contest thread in our group and you could win the patterns and a $20 Webs gift certificate.  We will pick a winner the week AFTER Rhinebeck to give you time to get home and post your photos.  Good luck!

Episode 130: It's NOT Reversible!

This week we take part in the blog tour for Hitch, a collection of patterns edited by Stephannie Tallent and we also review a new phone app called "Skein." Featured WIPs include Stephen West's Urbana and Semele by Asa Tricosa, as well as the ongoing Zoom Loom project and Hiro. FOs include the amigurumi Dalek. We also show our Stitched By Jessalu Halloween bags and the buttons we ordered for the upcoming Rhinebeck festival. 

  Show Notes 

KAL/CAL:  TWO KAL/CALs this time!  Join us in knitting a Sweater and/or Hats for Charity.

On The Dance Card:

Wendy is working on:

Semele by Asa Tricosa ($6 on Rav) in Leading Men Fiber Arts Ghostlight lace in the Envy colorway.

Zoom Loom Blanket in various scrap yarns and Knit Picks Wool of the Andes sport weight in Ash colorway.

Hiro Sweater by Julia Farwell-Clay ($7 on Rav) in Valley Yarns Berkshire

Sheila is working on:

Urbana by Stephen West ($6 on Rav) in Cascade Eco.

Rate Your Date:

Dalek Amigurumi by Lucy Ravenscar (free on Rav) in Vanna's Choice worsted and Deborah Norville Everyday Worsted.

Whirlwind Romance:

Nothing this week.

Future Dates:

Wendy plans on knitting:
Gloves of some kind in Dream in Color Smooshy from stash.

Sheila plans on making a pair of felted clogs by Bev Galeskas ($7.95 on Rav) for herself.

Baubles & Bling:

Wendy & Sheila bought:

Halloween Wedge Bags from Stitched by Jessalu

Knit 1, Heart Too Buttons to give away at the upcoming fiber events we attend.

Wendy bought a Tervis goldfish cup.

Gossip & Innuendo:

We review the new book Hitch: Patterns Inspired by the movies of Alfred Hitchcock edited by one of Wendy's fave designers, Stephannie Tallent as a part of her Hitch Blog Tour.  Be sure to check out the Blog Tour for lots more info about the book, including contests, knit-alongs and other fun stuff.  We are also holding a contest for a free PDF copy of the book in our Ravelry group, so be sure to play along.

Upcoming Fiber Events on our radar:

Topsfield Fair in Topsfield, MA on October 4-14.  Wendy will be participating in a spinning bee on Wednesday, Oct 9 in the evening.

Rhinebeck in Rhinebeck, NY on October 19-20.  We will be at the podcaster meet up, and if you see us there or run into us as we check out the festival, be sure to introduce yourself and get a button!

Fiber Festival of New England in West Springfield, MA on November 2-3.  Wendy will attend.  Post in the group if you are attending and want to meet up.

Stitches East in Hartford, CT on November 7-10.  Wendy will attend.  Post in the group if you are attending and want to meet up.

Episode 129: Haaarrrppy Baaarrrthday!

Show Notes 

KAL/CAL:  TWO KAL/CALs this time!  Join us in knitting a Sweater and/or Hats for Charity.

On The Dance Card:

Wendy is working on:

Seashell Shawl by Ivy Brambles Yarn in Blue Moon Fiber Arts Silk Thread II.  

Zoom Loom Blanket in various scrap yarns and Knit Picks Wool of the Andes sport weight in Ash colorway.

Hiro Sweater by Julia Farwell-Clay ($7 on Rav) in Valley Yarns Berkshire

Dalek Amigurumi by Lucy Ravenscar (free on Rav) in Vanna's Choice worsted and Deborah Norville Everyday Worsted.

Sheila is working on:

Urbana by Stephen West ($6 on Rav) in Cascade Eco.

Rate Your Date:

Wendy wore:

Basic sweater in hand spun Dyeabolical Yarns Portuguese Merino in "Flower Shop Inferno."

Sheila finished:

Folha Luz Shawl by Carolina Carvalho-Cross ($5.50 on Rav) in Leading Men Fiber Arts Show Stopper Sock Yarn in the Lightning Bug colorway.

Whirlwind Romance:

Nothing this week.

Future Dates:

Wendy plans on knitting:

Couronne Sweater by Helene Rush ($7 on Twist Collective), possibly from handspun.

Semele by Asa Tricosa Designs ($6 on Rav) in Leading Men Fiber Arts Ghostlight lace in the Envy colorway.

Sheila plans on making a pair of felted clogs for herself.

Baubles & Bling:

Wendy bought:

3 notions pouches from Stitched by Jessalu in various patterns.

Sheila received for her birthday:

Blue Moon Fiber Arts Socks That Rock Medium weight mill end

Stitched by Jesslu notion pouch with birds on it.

Gossip & Innuendo:

We will be taking part in a Blog Tour for the new book Hitch: Patterns Inspired by the movies of Alfred Hitchcock edited by one of Wendy's fave designers, Stephannie Talent.  You can preorder your copy now, or wait for our review during the first week of October, when we will announce a contest for a free ebook.

A Little Help From My Friends sock pattern by Alison Ziegler ($5 on Rav) will donate 50% of the proceeds to the Bladder Cancer Advocacy Network in honor of her friend Betty, who is struggling to battle the disease and is relying on help from her friends to get through her prognosis and treatment.  This pattern would make a great gift for one of your friends!

Stitched by Jessalu is still holding her Summer Fun Photo Contest!  You can enter one photo of your bag with a landmark of historical significane or pop culture significance per month.  You get a 10% off code just for entering and you could win a $25 off prize at the end of the month!!!  You can get more info on the rules HERE.  You can post your contest photos HERE.  Everyone is vacationing around now, why not travel with your bags and win a prize???

Upcoming Fiber Events on our radar:

Vermont Sheep and Wool in Tunbridge, VT on September 28-29.  We do not plan on attending.

Topsfield Fair in Topsfield, MA on October 4-14.  Wendy might attend to participate in a spinning bee.

Southern Adirondack Fiber Festival in Greenwich, NY on October 5-6, 2013.  We do not plan on attending.

Rhinebeck in Rhinebeck, NY on October 19-20.  We will be at the podcaster meet up.

Fiber Festival of New England in West Springfield, MA on November 2-3.  Wendy will attend.  Post in the group if you are attending and want to meet up.

Stitches East in Hartford, CT on November 7-10.  Wendy will attend.  Post in the group if you are attending and want to meet up.

Episode 128: Stay Gold, Pony Boy!

This week features Sheila's new project, a Folha Luz shawl in Leading Men Fiber Arts yarn. Wendy shows her Hiro Sweater, Zoom Loom blanket, Seashell Shawlk and sock in progress, and her finished handspun sweater. We review Leading Men Fiber Arts sock and lace weight yarn, and draw a prize for the Halloween Sock Yarn contest.

Show Notes 

KAL/CAL:  TWO KAL/CALs this time!  Join us in knitting a Sweater and/or Hats for Charity.

Shout Outs:

Check out Leading Men Fiber Arts, the new fiber store owned and operated by DramaticKnits.  We review two of the yarn bases in this episode.

On The Dance Card:

Wendy is working on:

Seashell Shawl by Ivy Brambles Yarn in Blue Moon Fiber Arts Silk Thread II.  

Zoom Loom Blanket in various scrap yarns.  I have ordered the yarn to crochet the squares together, and am about 1/2 way done with the squares.

Aquaphobia Socks by Crystal Flanagan (Free on Rav) in Into The Whirled Pakkoku Sock in the Muse Pooling colorway.

Hiro Sweater by Julia Farwell-Clay ($7 on Rav) in Valley Yarns Berkshire

Sheila is working on:

Folha Luz Shawl by Carolina Carvalho-Cross ($5.50 on Rav) in Leading Men Fiber Arts Show Stopper Sock Yarn in the Lightning Bug colorway.

Rate Your Date:

Wendy finished:

Basic sweater in hand spun Dyeabolical Yarns Portuguese Merino in "Flower Shop Inferno."  She will wear it on the next episode (it was still wet from blocking this week)

Sheila finished:

Felted Clogs by Bev Galeskas for Fiber Trends ($7.95 on Rav) for Wendy's mom.

Whirlwind Romance:

Nothing this week.

Future Dates:

Wendy plans on knitting:

Couronne Sweater by Helene Rush ($7 on Twist Collective), possibly from handspun.

Semele by Asa Tricosa Designs ($6 on Rav).

Sheila plans on making a pair of felted clogs for herself.

Baubles & Bling:

Wendy received for review:

Leading Men Fiber Arts Ghostlight Lace weight in the Envy colorway

Sheila received for review:

Leading Men Fiber Arts Show Stopper Sock weight in the Lightning Bug colorway

We love the bases and the colors, and Sheila is enjoying knitting with hers.  Check out the shop at the link above.

Gossip & Innuendo:

We will be taking part in a Blog Tour for the new book Hitch: Patterns Inspired by the movies of Alfred Hitchcock edited by one of Wendy's fave designers, Stephannie Talent.  You can preorder your copy now, or wait for our review during the first week of October, when we will announce a contest for a free ebook.

Halloween Yarn Contest:  We chose a winner!  If it's you, please PM Wendy with your mailing info.

The Jimmy Fund Walk.  Fellow podcaster Meliabella from His and Hers podcast walked for charity on September 25th.  Sheila will be mailing her donated prize of Wollmeise to a lucky winner.  If you donated, thank you.

A Little Help From My Friends sock pattern by Alison Ziegler ($5 on Rav) will donate 50% of the proceeds to the Bladder Cancer Advocacy Network in honor of her friend Betty, who is struggling to battle the disease and is relying on help from her friends to get through her prognosis and treatment.  This pattern would make a great gift for one of your friends!

Stitched by Jessalu is still holding her Summer Fun Photo Contest!  You can enter one photo of your bag with a landmark of historical significane or pop culture significance per month.  You get a 10% off code just for entering and you could win a $25 off prize at the end of the month!!!  You can get more info on the rules HERE.  You can post your contest photos HERE.  Everyone is vacationing around now, why not travel with your bags and win a prize???

Upcoming Fiber Events on our radar:

Vermont Sheep and Wool in Tunbridge, VT on September 28-29.  We do not plan on attending.

Topsfield Fair in Topsfield, MA on October 4-14.  Wendy might attend to participate in a spinning bee.

Southern Adirondack Fiber Festival in Greenwich, NY on October 5-6, 2013.  We do not plan on attending.

Rhinebeck in Rhinebeck, NY on October 19-20.  We will be at the podcaster meet up.

Fiber Festival of New England in West Springfield, MA on November 2-3.  Wendy will attend.  Post in the group if you are attending and want to meet up.

Stitches East in Hartford, CT on November 7-10.  Wendy will attend.  Post in the group if you are attending and want to meet up.

Episode 127: 8 Year Survivor

This week, Sheila shows her finished cotton baby blanket. Wendy shows progress on her handspun sweater, Zoom Loom blanket squares and lace shawl. We discuss the new handspinning features on Ravelry and announce three new contests! 

Show Notes 

KAL/CAL:  TWO KAL/CALs this time!  Join us in knitting a Sweater and/or Hats for Charity.

Shout Outs:

Check out Leading Men Fiber Arts, the new fiber store owned and operated by DramaticKnits (also known as Steve), one of the cohosts of the Dramatic Knits podcast (see link to his show in side bar).

On The Dance Card:

Wendy is working on:

Seashell Shawl by Ivy Brambles Yarn in Blue Moon Fiber Arts Silk Thread II.  

Basic sweater in hand spun Dyeabolical Yarns Portuguese Merino in "Flower Shop Inferno".  At the yoke!

Zoom Loom Blanket in various scrap yarns.  I have ordered the yarn to crochet the squares together, and am about 1/2 way done with the squares.

Sheila is working on:

Felted Clogs by Fiber Trends ($7.95 on Rav) for Wendy's mom.

Rate Your Date:

Sheila finished:

One of the two felted clogs she is working on.  Not quite a finished project, but definitely a finished object!

Whirlwind Romance:

Nothing this week.

Future Dates:

Wendy plans on knitting:

Hiro Sweater by Julia Farwell-Clay ($7 on Rav) in Valley Yarns Berkshire, but not before Rhinebeck.

Couronne Sweater by Helene Rush ($7 on Twist Collective), possibly from handspun.

Sheila plans on knitting a shawl in sock weight yarn and making a pair of felted clogs for herself.

Baubles & Bling:

Wendy purchased:

Hello Yarn August 2013 Fiber Club, in the colorway Spirograph on Falkland.

Sheila received:

Handknit socks from Wendy's mom.

Gossip & Innuendo:

Halloween Yarn Contest:  Win a skein of Vesper Sock in the Trick or Treat colorway.  You can entere the contest on our group.

The Jimmy Fund Walk.  Fellow podcaster Meliabella from His and Hers podcast is walking for charity on September 25th.  Donations will benefit The Jimmy Fund and Dana Farber.  This is a charity close to Sheila's heart because the Jimmy Fund did so much for her son when he had liver cancer.  Sheila is also donating a skein of her Wollmeise to add to the many prizes you will be eligible to win upon making a donation.

A Little Help From My Friends sock pattern by Alison Ziegler ($5 on Rav) will donate 50% of the proceeds to the Bladder Cancer Advocacy Network in honor of her friend Betty, who is struggling to battle the disease and is relying on help from her friends to get through her prognosis and treatment.  This pattern would make a great gift for one of your friends!

If you are feeling charitable this month, please check out these links.

Upcoming Fiber Events on our radar:

Vermont Sheep and Wool in Tunbridge, VT on September 28-29.  We do not plan on attending.

Topsfield Fair in Topsfield, MA on October 4-14.  Wendy might attend to participate in a spinning bee.

Southern Adirondack Fiber Festival in Greenwich, NY on October 5-6, 2013.  We do not plan on attending.

Rhinebeck in Rhinebeck, NY on October 19-20.  We will be at the podcaster meet up.

Fiber Festival of New England in West Springfield, MA on November 2-3.  Wendy will attend.  Post in the group if you are attending and want to meet up.

Stitches East in Hartford, CT on November 7-10.  Wendy will attend.  Post in the group if you are attending and want to meet up.

Episode 126: Sheila Finishes!

This week, Sheila shows her finished cotton baby blanket. Wendy shows progress on her handspun sweater, Zoom Loom blanket squares and lace shawl. We discuss the new handspinning features on Ravelry and announce three new contests! 

  Show Notes 

KAL/CAL:  TWO KAL/CALs this time!  Join us in knitting a Sweater and/or Hats for Charity.

On The Dance Card:

Wendy is working on:

Seashell Shawl by Ivy Brambles Yarn in Blue Moon Fiber Arts Silk Thread II.  

Basic sweater in hand spun Dyeabolical Yarns Portuguese Merino in "Flower Shop Inferno".  At the yoke!

Zoom Loom Blanket in various scrap yarns.  I have ordered the yarn to crochet the squares together, and am about 1/2 way done with the squares.

Sheila is working on:

Felted Clogs by Fiber Trends ($7.95 on Rav) for Wendy's mom.

Rate Your Date:

Sheila finished:

Diagonal Comfort Blanket by Lion Brand (free on Rav) in Peaches 'n' Cream and Sugarn 'n' Cream kitchen cotton.

Whirlwind Romance:

Nothing this week.

Future Dates:

Wendy plans on knitting:

Hiro Sweater by Julia Farwell-Clay ($7 on Rav) in Valley Yarns Berkshire, but not before Rhinebeck.

Couronne Sweater by Helene Rush ($7 on Twist Collective), possibly from handspun.

Sheila plans on knitting a shawl in sock weight yarn.

Baubles & Bling:

Nothing this week, but we discuss the new spinning features on Ravelry!

Gossip & Innuendo:

Halloween Yarn Contest:  Win a skein of Vesper Sock in the Trick or Treat colorway.  You can entere the contest on our group.

The Jimmy Fund Walk.  Fellow podcaster Meliabella from His and Hers podcast is walking for charity on September 25th.  Donations will benefit The Jimmy Fund and Dana Farber.  This is a charity close to Sheila's heart because the Jimmy Fund did so much for her son when he had liver cancer.  Sheila is also donating a skein of her Wollmeise to add to the many prizes you will be eligible to win upon making a donation.

A Little Help From My Friends sock pattern by Alison Ziegler ($5 on Rav) will donate 50% of the proceeds to the Bladder Cancer Advocacy Network in honor of her friend Betty, who is struggling to battle the disease and is relying on help from her friends to get through her prognosis and treatment.  This pattern would make a great gift for one of your friends!

If you are feeling charitable this month, please check out these links.

Upcoming Fiber Events on our radar:

Vermont Sheep and Wool in Tunbridge, VT on September 28-29.  We do not plan on attending.

Topsfield Fair in Topsfield, MA on October 4-14.  Wendy might attend to participate in a spinning bee.

Southern Adirondack Fiber Festival in Greenwich, NY on October 5-6, 2013.  We do not plan on attending.

Rhinebeck in Rhinebeck, NY on October 19-20.  We will be at the podcaster meet up.

Fiber Festival of New England in West Springfield, MA on November 2-3.  Wendy will attend.  Post in the group if you are attending and want to meet up.

Stitches East in Hartford, CT on November 7-10.  Wendy will attend.  Post in the group if you are attending and want to meet up.

Episode 125: So Much To Say, So Little Time

Lots going on this episode! Along with the usual WIPs and FOs, Wendy and Sheila show and tell fabulous yarn and fiber from Enchanted Knoll Farm, purchases from Fiber Revival and review the latest Nicky Epstein book on knitting for dolls. We discuss two charities and show the finished Zoom Loom scarf. 

  Show Notes 

KAL/CAL:  We haven't settled on a theme for the next KAL/CAL, which will start in September.

Shout Outs:  BIG thanks to Kathy (aka Katzdaisy) for the awesome prize donation!


On The Dance Card:

Wendy is working on:

Seashell Shawl by Ivy Brambles Yarn in Blue Moon Fiber Arts Silk Thread II.  I am on the 8th of 9 body chart repeats!  I have also posted my corrections to the chart on Rav for those who may want to knit the shawl.

Fantastic by Suzy Vitale ($5 on Rav) in hand spun Dyeabolical Yarns Portuguese Merino in "Flower Shop Inferno".  This sweater has basically become a sweater of my own design, since I have so far changed 1) the overall stitch count; 2) the hem design and 3) all of the waist shaping.

Sheila is working on:  A baby blanket in kitchen cotton (I will have to ask her for the pattern name, if there is one).

Rate Your Date:

Wendy finished a Zoom Loom scarf by joining it with Dale of Norway Heilo.  Experimenting with the Zoom Loom showed that doubled fingering weight looks nicest, and the Dale of Norway yarn is too scratchy for a blanket.

Whirlwind Romance:

We feature fiber (and some yarn) from Enchanted Knoll Farm, on of Wendy's favorite fiber sources.  Check her out on etsy!

Future Dates:

Wendy plans on knitting:

Hiro Sweater by Julia Farwell-Clay in Valley Yarns Berkshire, but not before Rhinebeck.

Sheila plans on knitting:

Felted Clogs by Fiber Trends ($7.95 on Rav) for Wendy's mom.

Baubles & Bling:

Wendy purchased at Fiber Revival:

Spunky Eclectic fiber in the Malala colorway (which is allegedly discontinued, but there may be a few more lingering in the shop).

Stitched by Jessalu bag with tiny Enterprises on it.  I am a sucker!

Wendy also purchased:

Knittingsmybag Mustache themed bag and a flowered Alterknitting Skein bag (a new design!)

Knit to Flatter by Amy Herzog

Sheila reviewed:

Knits for Dolls by Nicky Epstein.  This is a great book if you have someone in your life who has American Girl or similar 15" dolls.   Lots of patterns ranging from simple to complex, in yarns ranging from inexpensive acrylics to luxury fibers and novelty yarns.  Includes patterns for clothing, socks, hats and several small accessories, with a nice stitch guide and technique glossary with explanations in the back.  Two thumbs up!

Gossip & Innuendo:

The Jimmy Fund Walk.  Fellow podcaster Meliabella from His and Hers podcast is walking for charity on September 25th.  Donations will benefit The Jimmy Fund and Dana Farber.  This is a charity close to Sheila's heart because the Jimmy Fund did so much for her son when he had liver cancer.  Sheila is also donating a skein of her Wollmeise to add to the many prizes you will be eligible to win upon making a donation.

A Little Help From My Friends sock pattern by Alison Ziegler ($5 on Rav) will donate 50% of the proceeds to the Bladder Cancer Advocacy Network in honor of her friend Betty, who is struggling to battle the disease and is relying on help from her friends to get through her prognosis and treatment.  This pattern would make a great gift for one of your friends!

If you are feeling charitable this month, please check out these links.

Upcoming Fiber Events on our radar:

Rhinebeck in Rhinebeck, NY on October 19-20.  We will be at the podcaster meet up.

Fiber Festival of New England in West Springfield, MA on November 2-3.  Post in the group if you are attending and want to meet up.

Stitches East in Hartford, CT on November 7-10.  Post in the group if you are attending and want to meet up.

Contests:
Stitched by Jessalu is holding a Summer Fun Photo Contest!  You can enter one photo of your bag with a landmark of historical significane or pop culture significance per month.  You get a 10% off code just for entering and you could win a $25 off prize at the end of the month!!!  You can get more info on the rules HERE.  You can post your contest photos HERE.  Everyone is vacationing around now, why not travel with your bags and win a prize???

Episode 124: Sweet & Lo

Wendy with special guest Lois of Knittingsmybag! Wendy shows her progress on her handspun sweater and the Seashell Shawl and Lois gives you a sneak preview of the yarn for her October Bag and More! Wendy discusses her new love, the Zoom Loom and a winner of the Skeleton Mitts is drawn. 

  Show Notes 

KAL/CAL:  Lace Theme.  We drew two winners this week!!  Watch at the end to see if you won.  We will be taking a month off from KAL/CAL and will start the new one in September, so stay tuned.

On The Dance Card:

Wendy is working on:

Seashell Shawl by Ivy Brambles Yarn in Blue Moon Fiber Arts Silk Thread II.  I am on the 8th of 9 body chart repeats!  I have also posted my corrections to the chart on Rav for those who may want to knit the shawl.

Fantastic by Suzy Vitale ($5 on Rav) in hand spun Dyeabolical Yarns Portuguese Merino in "Flower Shop Inferno".  This will become my Rhinebeck sweater with a few mods for gauge and sizing adjustments.

Special Guest Lois is working on Missoni Inspired Chevron Blanket by Kelly Kingston (about $4 on Rav) in Knit Picks Wool of the Andes.

Rate Your Date:

Lois finished a Ruby Slippers Shawlette by Wendy Weber Deeds ($5 on Rav) in Dream in Color Smooshy, Petal Showers color way.

Whirlwind Romance:

Nothing this week.

Future Dates:

Wendy plans on knitting:

Hiro Sweater by Julia Farwell-Clay in Valley Yarns Berkshire 

Baubles & Bling:

Wendy received a Maine blueberry themed bag from Lois and a pillow with the motto "If I'm Sitting, I'm Knitting"

Wendy purchased:

Schacht Zoom Loom from Spunky Eclectic and wove a bunch of squares for a scarf and a blanket!  After experimentation, the fingering weight doubled is the nicest feel for squares.

Gossip & Innuendo:

Upcoming Fiber Events on our radar:

Rhinebeck in Rhinebeck, NY on October 19-20.  We will be at the podcaster meet up.

Fiber Festival of New England in West Springfield, MA on November 2-3.  Post in the group if you are attending and want to meet up.

Stitches East in Hartford, CT on November 7-10.  Post in the group if you are attending and want to meet up.

Contests:

Skeleton Mittens Contest:  I drew a winner!

Stitched by Jessalu is holding a Summer Fun Photo Contest!  You can enter one photo of your bag with a landmark of historical significane or pop culture significance per month.  You get a 10% off code just for entering and you could win a $25 off prize at the end of the month!!!  You can get more info on the rules HERE.  You can post your contest photos HERE.  Everyone is vacationing around now, why not travel with your bags and win a prize???

Episode 123: Long Time Gone

Sheila is finally back! The ladies bring you the usua; project chat including lots of finished baby booties, Sheila's baby blanket in progress and Wendy's seashell shawl. We draw two prizes for the KAL and one prize for the Orange You Toasty giveaway. Wendy shows the swatch for her Rhinebeck sweater from handspun and both of us discuss our tooth problems. 

Show Notes 

KAL/CAL:  Lace Theme.  We drew two winners this week!!  Watch at the end to see if you won.  We will be taking a month off from KAL/CAL and will start the new one in September, so stay tuned.

On The Dance Card:

Wendy is working on:

Seashell Shawl by Ivy Brambles Yarn in Blue Moon Fiber Arts Silk Thread II.  I am on the 8th of 9 body chart repeats!  I have also posted my corrections to the chart on Rav for those who may want to knit the shawl.

Fantastic by Suzy Vitale ($5 on Rav) in hand spun Dyeabolical Yarns Portuguese Merino in "Flower Shop Inferno".  This will become my Rhinebeck sweater with a few mods for gauge and sizing adjustments.

Sheila is working on:  A baby blanket in kitchen cotton (I will have to ask her for the pattern name, if there is one).

Rate Your Date:

Pippi Baby Booties by Frankie Brown (Free on Rav) in unknown fingering weight scrap yarn.

Cozy Little Toes by Judy Kaethler (free on Rav) in Blue Moon Fiber Arts STR medium, My Wild IrishGirlie color way.

Blue Steps by Regina Willer (free on Rav) in unknown fingering weight scrap yarn.  This is one of my go-to bootie patterns.

Whirlwind Romance:

Nothing this week.

Future Dates:

Wendy plans on knitting:

Hiro Sweater by Julia Farwell-Clay in Valley Yarns Berkshire 

Sheila would like to finish her baby blanket and work on these Fiber Trends Felted Clogs for Wendy's mother, who "gifted" Sheila the yarn and partially completed project.

Baubles & Bling:

Wendy bought:

Zitron Unisono in Colors 1210 and 1235

Sheila got a ceramic Lucky Cat from Chinatown in San Francisco from Wendy to give her good luck in finding her dream job.

Gossip & Innuendo:

Orange You Toasty Contest!  We drew a winner!

Skeleton Mittens Contest:  Rachel Kluesner from Dyeabolical Yarns has brought out another new pattern!  This time it is the ghoulishly awesome skeleton mittens.  Post in our group to win a free copy of this pattern next week.

Stitched by Jessalu is holding a Summer Fun Photo Contest!  You can enter one photo of your bag with a landmark of historical significane or pop culture significance per month.  You get a 10% off code just for entering and you could win a $25 off prize at the end of the month!!!  You can get more info on the rules HERE.  You can post your contest photos HERE.  Everyone is vacationing around now, why not travel with your bags and win a prize???

Episode 122: Oh Captain, My Captain!

Wendy and cohost Jean Luc Picard bring you the usual project chat, including Wendy's Seashell Shawl and Aquaphobia Socks (a project of shame!). Wendy draws a prize for the "It's Not Really a Team" TdF contest and shows her total TdF progress. Wendy also introduces a week-long contest for a hat pattern by Rachel of Dyeabolical Yarns! 

Show Notes 

KAL/CAL:  Lace Theme.  Post a picture of your finished items with a lace pattern or motif in the thread in our group between now and July 31.  Rules and additional information are HERE.

On The Dance Card:

Wendy is working on:

Seashell Shawl by Ivy Brambles Yarn in Blue Moon Fiber Arts Silk Thread II.  I am on the 8th of 9 body chart repeats!  I have also posted my corrections to the chart on Rav for those who may want to knit the shawl.

Aquaphobia Socks by Crystal Flanagan in Into the Whirled Pakkoku sock in the Muse pooling color way.

Rate Your Date:

Nothing this week.

Whirlwind Romance:

Wendy spun 1lb and 12oz of wool during TdF - 4oz short of last year's total.  Fiber spun included:

Highland Handmades Superwash Merino in "This Is Just to Say" (4oz).  I used this to knit my Maile Sweater for my new niece.

Into The Whirled Masham top in the "The Wood" color way (8oz).  The first skein was fractal plied, and the second was divided in two and plied so that the colors ran together.

Dyeabolical Yarns Portuguese Merino in "Flower Shop Inferno"  (16oz).  This will become a sweater for Rhinebeck.

Wendy drew a prize winner for the "It's Not a Team" thread - announcement at the end of the show!

Future Dates:

Wendy plans on knitting:

Hiro Sweater by Julia Farwell-Clay in Valley Yarns Berkshire or a sweater from her Dyeabolical handspun.

Lots of different baby socks too numerous to list!

Baubles & Bling:

Nothing this week.

Gossip & Innuendo:

Orange You Toasty Contest!:  Rachel of Dyebolical Yarns has offered a free copy of her latest pattern.  Enter the contest on our group thread and tell us which Dyebolical color way you would use to knit this gorgeous cabled hat.  The winner will receive a free copy of the pattern.  You can check out Rachel's fabulous color ways on Ravelry or on her shop color card.  Have fun!  I can't wait to be inspired by your color choices.

Fiber Revival in Newburyport, MA is coming up on August 10!

Stitched by Jessalu is holding a Summer Fun Photo Contest!  You can enter one photo of your bag with a landmark of historical significane or pop culture significance per month.  You get a 10% off code just for entering and you could win a $25 off prize at the end of the month!!!  You can get more info on the rules HERE.  You can post your contest photos HERE.  Everyone is vacationing around now, why not travel with your bags and win a prize???

Episode 121: Sheila's Back and I'm Gonna Be in Trouble

Sheila is finally back! We show WIPs including Sheila's baby blanket and Wendy's restarted Seashore Shawl. Wendy shows the finished Maile baby sweater. Baubles and Bling include a Nicky Epstein book of doll clothing patterns that we will review next week, and a Minimochi gnome kit. Lots of chatter since Sheila's been gone for two weeks!

Show Notes 

KAL/CAL:  Lace Theme.  Post a picture of your finished items with a lace pattern or motif in the thread in our group between now and July 31.  Rules and additional information are HERE.

On The Dance Card:

Sheila is working on:

A baby blanket of her own design in kitchen cotton.

Wendy is working on:

Seashell Shawl by Ivy Brambles Yarn in Blue Moon Fiber Arts Silk Thread II.  Progress is going well now that I am keeping track of the pattern errors on my iPad chart.

Rate Your Date:

Maile Sweater by Nikki Van de Car in Highland Handmades Superwash Merino in the This is Just to Say color way.

Whirlwind Romance:

Wendy finished spinning:

Into The Whirled Masham top in the "The Wood" color way.  The first skein was fractal plied, and the second was divided in two and plied so that the colors ran together.

Wendy plans on spinning the third bump of ITW by dividing it into two and plying with opposite ends together.

Remember to post your finished yarn in our "It's Not Really a Team" before the TdF ends on July 21!  The prize will be a Polwarth/Silk 4oz braid from Gale's Arts.

Future Dates:

Wendy plans on knitting:

Hiro Sweater by Julia Farwell-Clay in Valley Yarns Berkshire or a sweater from her Dyeabolical handspun.

Sheila plans on knitting Maile Sweater by Nikki Van de Car in BMFA Socks That Rock.

Baubles & Bling:

Handknit socks from Wendy's mom

a Minimochi Gnome kit from Malia of the Yarnraising Podcast.  Viewer Kansanatheart won the kit and said she would send it to Wendy, so Malia sent it to me!!!

Soho Publishing sent Nicky Epstein's Knits for Dolls for us to review.  We will do a full review next week!

Gossip & Innuendo:

Fiber Revival in Newburyport, MA is coming up on August 10!

Stitched by Jessalu is holding a Summer Fun Photo Contest!  You can enter one photo of your bag with a landmark of historical significane or pop culture significance per month.  You get a 10% off code just for entering and you could win a $25 off prize at the end of the month!!!  You can get more info on the rules HERE.  You can post your contest photos HERE.  Everyone is vacationing around now, why not travel with your bags and win a prize???