Episodes
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Get your free audiobook download and free 30 day trial of audible by visiting this link! Knitting Segments Show-Ready Knits
Camp Wilkerson by Caitlyn Hunter
Elefante by Susan B. Anderson
Empire Waist Cardigan by Susan B. Anderson
Ellie the Elephant Baby Booties by Olivia Kent
Featuring the Roll-Top Booties for the bootie
Auditioning KnitsI'm looking for a sweater for some Berroco worsted weight yarn that I just ripped from my Ice Shanty project that has been languishing for a while.
Wings by Amanda Woeger
Worsted Boxy by Joji Locatelli
Madison by Martha Storey
All the Love by Joji Locatelli
Rhapsody in Cables by Joji Locatelli
Seam on Seam by Veera Valimaki
Knitting News, Notes and Events PalKal 2018
Official cast on/bind off dates: June 15-August 15 One part of your project must be from a podcaster. The podcaster has to have produced an episode within the last year, so no retired podcasts, sorry. No yardage requirement. Your finished object can be entered more than once if more than one element is from a podcaster. You cannot reuse a project bag for multiple entries. The same applies for patterns, stitch markers, etc. Entries must be put into the finished object threads. Each element of the project that qualifies gets it's own entry. When you post an FO, please tell us what element qualifies for the PALKAL and which podcast you are supporting. Feel free to ask me questions on the Ravelry group forum for PALKAL Chatter.
Basic RulesCheck out all of the information and links to our sponsors in the Ravelry group!
For all PalKal related discounts, the code is the same: Palkal2018
Top Billing Sponsors:
Janis Ficker, Carolina Fiber Girls
CC and Dami Almon/JavaPurl Designs, Geeky Girls
Suzanne, Two Tangled Skeins
Knitting Daddy Greg, Unraveling Podcast
Sarah Schira, Imagined Landscapes
Jennifer Lassonde, Down Cellar Studio
Monique Leonard/Windswept Designs, Knitting on the Run
Vivian and Alysin/Pearl and Plum, Keep Calm and Carry Yarn
Kristi, In a Sknit Podcast
Cameo Sponsors
Susie White/Prairie Girls Designs/Prairie Girls Knit and Spin
Melinda, Yarnderwoman Podcast
Producing Sponsors:
Bijou Basin Ranch
Queen City Yarn
Never Not Knitting
Daizie Knits
Love Knitting
Knitting Podcast SpotlightEwe University hosted by Kristine Kelly
Check out her Etsy shop, Halcyarn.
Non-Knitting Segments Instant SuccessInstant Pot Spicy Pineapple Chicken Tacos
Love it or Leave itLove: Anne with an E on Netflix
Leave: Summer Break is almost over
Other News and NotesHealthy Choices: I've been doing Weight Watchers and attending the meetings regularly and I've been very successful.
Books:
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Mezzo Cardigan by Alexis Winslow
Paulina Dress by Taiga Hilliard
Knits in Rehearsal
Endpaper Mitts by Eunny JangStill working on Camp Wilkerson by Caitlyn Hunter.
Granny Stripes Crochet Blanket by Lucy of Attic24Here's my version in progress.
This episode is brought to you by Daizie Knits
At Daizie Knits, our goal is to provide a rainbow of colors in a range of fibers and weights. We dye all our products in small batches using a kettle dying method; so each one is unique. We strive to find yarns and fibers that makes your heart sing and your toes curl with delight. At daizieknits.com, you can contact us, view a gallery of projects, check out the show schedule and of course, link to our shop. We also offer 3d printed spindles, buttons and shawl pins.Use the PalKal2018 coupon code for 20% off of your order through September 1, 2018.
Knitting News, Notes and Events PalKal 2018
Official cast on/bind off dates: June 15-August 15 One part of your project must be from a podcaster. The podcaster has to have produced an episode within the last year, so no retired podcasts, sorry. No yardage requirement. Your finished object can be entered more than once if more than one element is from a podcaster. You cannot reuse a project bag for multiple entries. The same applies for patterns, stitch markers, etc. Entries must be put into the finished object threads. Each element of the project that qualifies gets it's own entry. When you post an FO, please tell us what element qualifies for the PALKAL and which podcast you are supporting. Feel free to ask me questions on the Ravelry group forum for PALKAL Chatter.
Basic RulesCheck out all of the information and links to our sponsors in the Ravelry group!
This episode I am pleased to have Fix-a-Stitch as an Intermission Prize Sponsor. Make sure you listen to this episode to see if you are the winner of a both a Multi-Tool and Laceweight set of Fix-a-Stitch.For all PalKal related discounts, the code is the same: Palkal2018
Top Billing Sponsors:
Janis Ficker, Carolina Fiber Girls
CC and Dami Almon/JavaPurl Designs, Geeky Girls
Suzanne, Two Tangled Skeins
Knitting Daddy Greg, Unraveling Podcast
Sarah Schira, Imagined Landscapes
Jennifer Lassonde, Down Cellar Studio
Monique Leonard/Windswept Designs, Knitting on the Run
Vivian and Alysin/Pearl and Plum, Keep Calm and Carry Yarn
Kristi, In a Sknit Podcast
Cameo Sponsors
Susie White/Prairie Girls Designs/Prairie Girls Knit and Spin
Melinda, Yarnderwoman Podcast
Producing Sponsors:
Bijou Basin Ranch
Queen City Yarn
Never Not Knitting
Daizie Knits
Love Knitting
Knitting Podcast SpotlightCheck out the Quirky Monday Craftcast and Quirky Monday Crafts Etsy Shop.
This episode is brought to you by Bijou Basin Ranch
Bijou Basin Ranch is a family-owned ranch in western Colorado. In addition to fiber from our own herd of full blooded Tibetan yak, we work with other yak ranchers in the US as well as Asia to source top quality yak fiber for our luxury yarns. We also work with various indie dyers who create beautiful can't-get-anywhere-else colorways for yarn lovers!
Use the PalKal2018 Coupon Code for 15% off all yarns from their online store (exception: Qiviut or Paco-Vicuna) from now through September 6, 2018.
Non-Knitting Segments Instant SuccessInstant Pot Lemon Garlic Chicken
Love it or Leave itLove: Color Street Nail Polish Strips
Leave: July can be a hard month for me.
Other News and NotesBooks:
The Lola Quartet by Emily St. John Mandel
Vida y Muerte en la Mara Salvatrucha
The Secret of the Old Clock (Nancy Drew #1) by Carolyn Keene
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This episode is sponsored by Queen City Yarn and Never Not Knitting Knitting Segments Show Ready Knits
Moderne Log Cabin Baby Blanket Special thanks to Love Knitting for sending me the Paintbox Yarns to try out!
French Macaroon
Baby Washcloths
Moon Cactus
Knits in RehearsalCamp Wilkerson
Paulina Dress
This episode is brought to you by Queen City Yarn.
Queen City Yarn is the result of a collaboration between friends Christen and Janis, brought together in the Queen City of Charlotte by their love for knitting and yarn. They've nurtured their passion for putting color to skein and now they want to share that passion with you!
Their products start with one of six great yarn bases, each named for a neighborhood in the Queen City that reflects their personality. The colors they apply are inspired by the beautiful things they see around them as well as breathtaking places they have visited. While each color they produce can stand on its own, they pay special attention to creating a series of complementary colors. They strive to make it easy to pick one or more great colors for your next project.Queen City Yarn is providing a 35$ gift certificate to one lucky PalKal participant and use the PalKal2018 coupon code for 10% off your order in their Etsy Shop.
Knitting News, Notes and EventsI attended Zombie Knitpocalypse last month.
PalKal 2018
Official cast on/bind off dates: June 15-August 15 One part of your project must be from a podcaster. The podcaster has to have produced an episode within the last year, so no retired podcasts, sorry. No yardage requirement. Your finished object can be entered more than once if more than one element is from a podcaster. You cannot reuse a project bag for multiple entries. The same applies for patterns, stitch markers, etc. Entries must be put into the finished object threads. Each element of the project that qualifies gets it's own entry. When you post an FO, please tell us what element qualifies for the PALKAL and which podcast you are supporting. Feel free to ask me questions on the Ravelry group forum for PALKAL Chatter.
Basic RulesCheck out all of the information and links to our sponsors in the Ravelry group!
Be sure to listen to see if you are the lucky winner of a 5 pack of Eucalan! This was an intermission giveaway, which means all you have to do to be eligible is chat in chatter thread on Ravelry!
For all PalKal related discounts, the code is the same: Palkal2018
Top Billing Sponsors:
Janis Ficker, Carolina Fiber Girls
CC and Dami Almon/JavaPurl Designs, Geeky Girls
Suzanne, Two Tangled Skeins
Knitting Daddy Greg, Unraveling Podcast
Sarah Schira, Imagined Landscapes
Jennifer Lassonde, Down Cellar Studio
Monique Leonard/Windswept Designs, Knitting on the Run
Vivian and Alysin/Pearl and Plum, Keep Calm and Carry Yarn
Kristi, In a Sknit Podcast
Cameo Sponsors
Susie White/Prairie Girls Designs/Prairie Girls Knit and Spin
Melinda, Yarnderwoman Podcast
Producing Sponsors:
Bijou Basin Ranch
Queen City Yarn
Never Not Knitting
Daizie Knits
Love Knitting
This episode of Actually Knitting is also brought to you by Never Not Knitting.
Never Not Knitting is a small knitting boutique owned by designer Alana Dakos featuring a curated collection of specialty yarns, patterns, notions and gifts. This little shop supports the work of independent artisans and makers from all over the world. You may find handmade treasures in the store that you will never see anywhere else! Keep track of the newest product releases on instagram by following Nevernotknitting! Use coupon code "PALKAL2018" to save 20% off your next order in the online shop at nevernotknitting.com
Never Not Knitting is also giving away a Sheep Knit Kit at the end of the Pal Kal.
The Reviews are InThis episode I got to review the Little Bee Lotion Bar from Love and Leche.
Check this out:
Love and Leche is offering a coupon code just for Actually Knitting listeners. Use the code ActuallyKnitting for 1 free Little Bee Lotion Bar with a 25$ purchase. Yay!
They have also set up a giveaway for my listeners. Go to this link and enter your email address for a chance to win a Little Bee Lotion Bar Giftbag!
Work + Shelter website.
Knitting Podcast SpotlightLolodidit Video Podcast on Youtube
Non-Knitting Segments Instant SuccessMexican Inspired Healthy Crack Chicken from Tidbits
Love it or Leave itLove: Bright Star the Musical
Leave: No comment! Life is good!
Other News and NotesI decided to start Weight Watchers again and I'm finding a lot easier to follow now that they have a protein focus.
I'm still running but I am on the struggle bus!
Still doing boot camp workouts.
BooksYou Think it, I'll Say it by Curtis Sittenfeld
The French Girl by Lexie Elliot
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Knitting Segments Knits in Rehearsal
Mezzo Cardigan by Alexis Winslow
Knitting News, Notes and EventsPalKal 2018
Official cast on/bind off dates: June 15-August 15 One part of your project must be from a podcaster. The podcaster has to have produced an episode within the last year, so no retired podcasts, sorry. No yardage requirement. Your finished object can be entered more than once if more than one element is from a podcaster. You cannot reuse a project bag for multiple entries. The same applies for patterns, stitch markers, etc. Entries must be put into the finished object threads. Each element of the project that qualifies gets it's own entry. When you post an FO, please tell us what element qualifies for the PALKAL and which podcast you are supporting. Feel free to ask me questions on the Ravelry group forum for PALKAL Chatter.
Basic RulesCheck out all of the information and links to our sponsors in the Ravelry group!
For all PalKal related discounts, the code is the same: Palkal2018
Top Billing Sponsors:
Janis Ficker, Carolina Fiber Girls
CC and Dami Almon/JavaPurl Designs, Geeky Girls
Suzanne, Two Tangled Skeins
Knitting Daddy Greg, Unraveling Podcast
Sarah Schira, Imagined Landscapes
Jennifer Lassonde, Down Cellar Studio
Monique Leonard/Windswept Designs, Knitting on the Run
Vivian and Alysin/Pearl and Plum, Keep Calm and Carry Yarn
Kristi, In a Sknit Podcast
Cameo Sponsors
Susie White/Prairie Girls Designs/Prairie Girls Knit and Spin
Melinda, Yarnderwoman Podcast
Producing Sponsors:
Bijou Basin Ranch
Queen City Yarn
Never Not Knitting
Daizie Knits
Love Knitting
This episode of Actually Knitting is brought to you by Bijou Basin Ranch.
Bijou Basin Ranch is a family-owned ranch in western Colorado. In addition to fiber from our own herd of full blooded Tibetan yak, we work with other yak ranchers in the US as well as Asia to source top quality yak fiber for our luxury yarns. We also work with various indie dyers who create beautiful can't-get-anywhere-else colorways for yarn lovers! Use the coupon code on their website for 15% off in their online store (excluding qiviut or paco-vicuna) and free shipping! This generous offer will be good through September 6, 2018.
Knitting Podcast SpotlightThis episode I put the spotlight on Knitting Myself Together, hosted by TheVioletPie.
Non-Knitting Segments Instant SuccessInstant Pot Egg Roll Bowls
Love it or Leave itLove: I'm on Summer Vacation, Baby!
Leave: Body/food issues
Other News and NotesMy reading has hit a little slump lately, but I did finish and enjoy
The Radium Girls: The Dark Story of America's Shining Women by Kate Moore.
I'm still working out a running a bit.
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Knitting Segments Show Ready Knits
Baby BeretDidn't use a pattern, just referenced a free pattern on Ravelry to see how often to do the increases. Finished this while camping and I forgot to take pics!
Barley Light by Tin Can Knits
I love that the ladies at Tin Can Knits released a fingering version of this hat.
Knits in RehearsalTo be honest, I haven't been doing very much knitting at all.
I started another Barley Light Hat, but haven't made a lot of progress.
Mezzo Cardigan by Alexis Winslow
I've linked to the pattern page since I haven't made much progress.
I haven't worked on...
Rainbow Party Cardi by Tellybean Knits
Moderne Baby Blanket by Mason Dixon Knitting
Knitting News, Notes and EventsPalKal 2018
Basic RulesOfficial cast on/bind off dates: June 15-August 15
One part of your project must be from a podcaster. The podcaster has to have produced an episode within the last year, so no retired podcasts, sorry.
No yardage requirement.
Your finished object can be entered more than once if more than one element is from a podcaster.
You cannot reuse a project bag for multiple entries. The same applies for patterns, stitch markers, etc.
Entries must be put into the finished object threads. Each element of the project that qualifies gets it's own entry.
When you post an FO, please tell us what element qualifies for the PALKAL and which podcast you are supporting.
Feel free to ask me questions on the Ravelry group forum for PALKAL Chatter.
The PalKal is coming up this summer! Are you interested in sponsoring the biggest and best Kal for the Actually Knitting Podcast? Here is where you can find information about levels of Sponsorship.
Fill out this Google Form and I'll get in touch with you about sponsoring the KAL. The PalKal runs from June 15 through August 15, 2018 and it is all about supporting podcasters who are designers, indie dyers, bag makers, etc.
Here are some patterns I am considering for this year's PalKal:
Mix and Match Henleys by KrisLuvsWool from the In a Sknit Podcast
Mr. Fitzwilliam Fox by Kay F. Jones of the Bakery Bears Podcast
Stitch Sampler Afghan by Marly Bird of the Yarn Thing Podcast
Chasing Rainbows Blanket by Marly Bird of the Yarn Thing PodcastComing and Going Baby Sweater by Ellen M. Silva of the Twinset Designs Podcast
Color Confidence Class with Andrea Mowry at Black Mountain Yarn Shop.
ZK 2018
Non-Knitting Segments Instant SuccessIntroducing a new segment all about cooking in my Instant Pot.
This episode's recipe is Instant Pot Chicken Tikka Masala with Cauliflower and Peas from Skinny Taste.
Love it or Leave itLove: Sublime Stitching Website
Leave: Exam Grading
StagecraftIn this long on hiatus segment, I talk about other crafts I'm working on. I recently finished an embroidery project of my sister in law's ultrasound picture.
I got the idea from this article on Scary Mommy.
The crafter who inspired me has a lot of wonderful embroidery projects on Instagram. Check out
Veselka Bulkan on Instagram.I got some help from this article on the Sublime Stitching website: White Patterns on Dark Fabrics.
Other News and NotesWe recently got back from camping near Black Mountain, NC. It rained pretty much the entire time but we made the best of it.
Books:
If you'd like to support the podcast, use the Amazon Links for any purchases!
Running:
Nothing new to report, I'm just running for exercise.
Thanks so much for joining me for this episode.
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Special thanks to all of my listeners for waiting so long between episodes. As I posted on Instagram, I have been having a lot of vocal problems and I have been trying to rest my voice as much as possible outside of my job, where it's impossible to rest my voice at all. I'm going to do my best to keep up a regular schedule.
Program Mentions:
Thanks to Knitting Daddy for sending me his Smoke in the City hat pattern.
Special thanks to Vivian and Alyson from Keep Calm and Carry Yarn and the Pearl and Plum Etsy shop.
Also thanks to the ladies from Tin Can Knits for sending me their Beloved hat pattern.
Show Ready KnitsChevron Baby Blanket by Rachel C Creations
Wee Lima by Taiga Hillard
Sockhead Slouch Hat by Kelly McClure
Mae by Andrea Mowry
Knits in RehearsalRainbow Party Cardi by Telly Bean Knits
If you'd like to see my yarn choices, check out my project page.
I have swatched for the Mezzo Cardigan by Alexis Winslow
I have started a project page for this, but there's not much to see as of yet. Think I can finish it in a month?
Moderne Baby Blanket by Mason Dixon Knitting
Thanks to the kind folks at Loveknitting.com for sending me this kit from Paintbox Yarns
Knitting News, Notes and Events#MadAboutMinis
Sorry guys, I really dropped the ball on this KAL. Should we keep it going for a while? Call it?
PalKal 2018
Basic RulesOfficial cast on/bind off dates: June 15-August 15
One part of your project must be from a podcaster. The podcaster has to have produced an episode within the last year, so no retired podcasts, sorry.
No yardage requirement.
Your finished object can be entered more than once if more than one element is from a podcaster.
You cannot reuse a project bag for multiple entries. The same applies for patterns, stitch markers, etc.
Entries must be put into the finished object threads. Each element of the project that qualifies gets it's own entry.
When you post an FO, please tell us what element qualifies for the PALKAL and which podcast you are supporting.
Feel free to ask me questions on the Ravelry group forum for PALKAL Chatter.
The PalKal is coming up this summer! Are you interested in sponsoring the biggest and best Kal for the Actually Knitting Podcast? Here is where you can find information about levels of Sponsorship.
Fill out this Google Form and I'll get in touch with you about sponsoring the KAL. The PalKal runs from June 1-September 1, 2017 and it is all about supporting podcasters who are designers, indie dyers, bag makers, etc.
Color Confidence Class with Andrea Mowry at Black Mountain Yarn Shop.
ZK 2018
The Reviews Are In!This episode I will be reviewing Vogue Knitting, The Ultimate Knitting Book.
Non-Knitting Segments Meal Prep MadnessVeggie and Beef Ramen
Other News and NotesI finished several books since the last time I recorded.
Running updates:
I finished a 1/2 Marathon in March. I did not enjoy myself.
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Knitting SegmentsShow Ready Knits
Newborn Vertebrae by Kelly Van Neikerk
In Dragonfly Fibers Damsel in the Starry Night color way
Practice Baby Blanket
Chevron Baby Blanket by Rachel C. Creations
The yarn was from stash
Knits in Rehearsal
“Real” Baby Blanket is also the Chevron Baby Blanket by Rachel C. Creations
Yarn is Knit Picks Shine Worsted in 3 awesome colors: Robot, Dandelion and Reef
Blog where I found lots of fun color combos.
Swatched for the Rainbow Party Cardi by Stephanie Lotven/Tellybean Knits
The yarn for the body is Deep Dyed Yarns in the Lost Girl Speckle Colorway
The accent yarns will be Miss Babs Yummy Two-Ply Toes. Check out my project page for all of the colorways.
Knitting News, Notes and Events
I’ll be taking a class with Andrea Mowry at Black Mountain Yarn Shop in May.
I’ll be attending Zombie Knitpocalypse in June of 2018
New Knit-a-Long: Mad about Minis
I was inspired by both the Rainbow Party Cardi pattern and the book Mini-Skein Knits (catch my review later in the episode).
Official start date is March 15, but Wips are welcome
Official end date is May 15, 2018
The project must contain at least 1 mini-skein or leftover yarn (200 yards or less). Generally speaking, Mini-Skeins are around 100 yards.
Possible Projects
Here is the bundle where you can find all of the patterns mentioned below.
Sweaters/Garments
Rainbow Party Cardi Stephanie Lotven
Santa Clara Mary Catherine Bryner
Mini-Marvel Swing Vest Rachel Henry
Camaro Tanis Lavallee
Accessories
Sock Stashbuster Slouchy Hat Amanda Schwabe
Ripken by Melanie Berg
Lydia Evening Bag by Barb Brown
Knitting at the Library Cowl Cori Eichelberger
Plus 1 Pop Collection Sarah Schira
Other Patterns
Waffle Coasters by Claire Cromwell
Welcome Spring Oven Towel by Claire Cromwell
Chevron Coffee Cozy by Claire Cromwell
There is a bundle in the Ravelry group, as well as a chatter thread. Feel free to post about a pattern that works for this KAL and, don’t forget to add to the bundle.
Heads Up: The PalKal will start in June!
The Reviews are In
I hope you enjoy my review of a book I picked up called Mini-Skein Knits, 25 Knitting Patterns Using Small Skeins and Leftovers
My Favorite Patterns from the book can all be found here:
Head in the Clouds Hat Jess Kallberg
Infinite Rainbow Cowl by Carrie Santisteban
Matrix Mitts by Jess Kallberg
Chevron Boot Toppers by Yelena M. Dasher
French Ticking Fingerless Mitts by Meg Rake
Rainbow Cardi by Yelena M. Dasher
Mermaid Darkly by Yelena M. Dasher
Welcome Spring Oven Towel by Claire Cromwell
Waffle Coasters by Claire Cromwell
Lydia Evening Bag by Barbara J. Brown
Non-Knitting Segments
One Pot Wonder
Moroccan Chicken and Butternut Squash Soup from myrecipes.com
Love it or Leave it
Love: Perfectly Posh
Leave: Stomach Virus last week
Other News and Notes
Books:
I finished The Stolen Marriage by Diane Chamberlain
The Love Song of Miss Queenie Hennessy by Rachel Joyce
The Last Ballad by Wiley Cash
The Sun is Also a Star by Nicola Yoon
Running:
Felt really good about my last race which was the Charlotte 10 Miler on February 17th.
Next race: BB&T Corporate Cup on March 10, 2018
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Check out this link if you are interested in a free one month trial of Audible. Knitting Segments Show-Ready Knits
Ripken Light by Melanie Berg
Echo Mega by Spout Knits
Knits in Rehearsal: Nope, Big Ol' Fat Lie Knitting News, Notes and EventsI am sorta kinda participating in the #ravellenics.
I will be attending the Zombie Knitpocalypse 2018
Non-Knitting Segments Meal-Prep MadnessMeal Prep Chicken Recipes from Fit Men Cook
Love it or Leave itLove: Ulta Eye Primer
Leave: This ridiculous weather!
Other News and NotesI'm doing a no-spend month for February.
Running:
Hot Chocolate 15k on February 10, 2018.
Books:
I just finished reading
This book was amazing!
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Happy Podiversary to me! Knitting Segments Show Ready Knits
Little Hat Big Hearts Project
Pattern was the Apple Crisp Hat by Salty Pearl Knits
Knits in RehearsalRipken by Melanie Berg
Granny Squares for Project Amigo
Check out the brand new knitting podcast, Tightly Spun, hosted by Emily Straw!
The Reviews are InThis episode I reviewed the Rittenhouse Tote bag by Fairmont Bag Company
Check out their kickstarter for more information.
Non-Knitting Segments Meal PrepI'm introducing a new segment this episode! Check out the Healthy Chicken Pad-Thai from Fit Men Cook.
Love it or Leave itLove: Slow Burn Podcast by Slate Plus
Leave: Midterm Stress
Other News and NotesRunning:
I'm a new Woman!
Books:
I've really been enjoying the deals from the Modern Mrs. Darcy newsletter.
Thanks for listening!
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Knitting Segments Show Ready Knits
Baby Hats for Little Hats, Big Hearts Project
Pattern is the Apple Crisp Baby Hat by Salty Pearl Crochet
Knits in Rehearsal#werkthewips
Shusui Shrug by Suzanne Somers
Knitting TalkbackThis episode I discuss my 2017 knitting (The Year of the Hat!) and some plans for 2018 (#stashdownthrowdown).
Non-Knitting Segments One Pot WondersRoasted Chicken, Butternut Squash and Guacamole Rice Bowls
Love it or Leave itLove: New to me Podcast: The Hilarious World of Depression
Leave: I'm through with the dentist!
Theatrical UpdatesI did not get the role I wanted in Bonnie and Clyde, but something else will come up!
Other News and NotesBooks
Running
I'm currently not training for any race and I'm actually enjoying running again!
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Shownotes will be up asap on www.actuallyknitting.blogspot.com
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Knitting Segments Knits in Rehearsal
Panther's Socks
I'm using the Hermione's Everyday Sock pattern, but doing it toe up.
Shusui Shrug by Suzanne Somers
What the Fade!! Mystery Fade-a-long (this link has photos/spoilers)
by Andrea Mowry
Knitting News, Notes and EventsPalKal 2017 officially wrapped up on September 1, 2017
We had over 400 entries this year and lots of podcasts were represented. Thanks so much for participating. Take a listen to see if you are one of the lucky winners!
Thanks so much to all of the sponsors!
I also announced the winner of the Intermission Prize for August. Please email me at [email protected] if you are one of the winners!
The Charlotte Area Yarn Crawl is coming up September 22-30, 2017. Not sure if I'll be crawling, but if you do, let me know!
I will be attending SAFF October 27-29, 2017. I will definitely be there on the Saturday and possibly on Friday and Sunday as well. Let me know if you would like to meet up!
Non-Knitting Segments One Pot Wonders7 Ingredient Skinny Egg Roll Bowl
Love it or Leave itLove: Rocketbook Everlast Notebook
Leave: I have teacher voice!
Other News and NotesRunning: I continue to be plagued by my hip injury. Less than one month to my marathon and a break!
Books:
I finished reading two books in a series that I am really enjoying!
I finished listening to:
and I started watching the series on Hulu.
Want to try a free audiobook and a free 1 month trial membership on Audible? Check out this link
Thanks for listening!
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Thanks to Brenda Castiel for sending me a copy of her new pattern, The Plum Sorbet Shawl. Knitting Segments Show-Ready Knits
Country Garden Top
Knits in RehearsalPanther's Socks
Hermione's Everyday Socks by Erica Lueder
Shusui Shrug by Susanne Sommer
Check out this Craftsy Class if you want to learn Brioche.
Loving the Yarn for this project:
Yarn Geek Fibers Rocketeer in Grace Hopper Computer Scientist
Stitch Markers from Such Gwenderful Stuff
Leading Men Fiber Arts Diva in Dirty Truce
Auditioning KnitsI started out being inspired at my favorite LYS, Black Mountain Yarn Shop.
The main color inspiration was from Woolen Boon in the Greenleaf Hut color way.
I picked out some Madeline Tosh to compliment that skein. Tosh Merino Light in Grasshopper and Turquoise color ways.
Looking for a 3 color shawl and I'm considering:
Versus by Hillary Smith Callis
Stay Soft Shawl by Veera Valimaki
I'm currently obsessed with looking through my stash for yarn for:
What the Fade?! Mystery KAL by Andrea Mowry
Here is what I am considering for my What the Fade?!
Knitting Podcast SpotlightThis episode I tell you about the Fruity Knitting Podcast on Youtube.
Knitting News, Notes and EventsSpecial thanks to the Intermission Prize Sponsor for the month of July, Zombody Knits. Listen up to see if you were the lucky listener!
For the last month of the PalKal the Intermission Prize Sponsor is The Worsted Purl. Thanks to Tricia for sponsoring. Check out these adorable stitch marker prizes.
Get your Finished Objects posted by September 1st (or as long as the thread is open). Check out the Ravelry group for details about all of the great sponsors for the PalKal2017.
I am excited that I have finalized my plans for SAFF , the Southeastern Animal Fiber Fair in Flectcher, NC. It is happening October 27-29, 2017 and I'll be there on Saturday and Sunday. I'll be staying in Black Mountain, NC and visiting my favorite LYS, Black Mountain Yarn Shop, where there will be a Magpie Fibers pop-up shop and a Signature Needles trunk show.
Non-Knitting Segments
One-Pot WondersGround Turkey with Potatoes and Spring Peas from Skinny Taste.
Love it or Leave itLove: I forgot to mention that I got my iPad back after losing it on a flight!
Leave: I have to go back to work tomorrow!
Other News and Notes
Running Updates
I had a rough run on Saturday and injured my hip a little bit, hoping that it will right itself after some days off, rest and ice.
Next race is the Greek Festival 5k on August 26. Unfortunately, I have to do 22 miles that day.
Reading Updates
I finished reading:
I finished listening to:
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Lately I've been listening to:
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Knitting Segments Show-Ready Knits
Vasa by Dianna Walla
Giant Crochet Blanket
Blocking vs Killing Acrylic
Five Common Crochet Mistakes and Tips for Beginners
Knits in RehearsalFind your Fade by Andrea Mowry
Crochet News
I talked a little about some of the techniques I've been learning from the book above.
Let 'er Rip
I ripped out 2 sweaters and it was very therapeutic!
Auditioning KnitsCountry Garden Top
Knitting News, Notes and EventsSpecial thanks to the Intermission Prize Sponsor for the month of July, Zombody Knits.
Check out the Ravelry group for details about all of the great sponsors for the PalKal2017.
Knitting Podcast SpotlightThis episode I tell you about Keep Calm and Carry Yarn.
Non-Knitting Segments Love it or Leave itLove: I've been working with my brother on his business, managing his social media.
Leave: My lack of structure combined with this heat and humidity are making me exceptionally tired!
Other News and NotesRunning
I had to get new shoes which I was not happy about.
Reading
I finished reading:
I finished listening to:
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Knitting Segments Knits in Rehearsal
Vasa by Dianna Walla
Find your Fade by Andrea Mowry
Knitting News, Notes and EventsThe Pal Kal is entering the second month. Listen to see if you are the lucky winner of the Intermission/Chatter prize for June. I also announce the Intermission Prize Sponsor for the month of July, Zombody Knits.
Check out the Ravelry group for details about all of the great sponsors for the PalKal2017.
Check out the episode for more information about this episode's producing sponsor, Alana Dakos from Never Not Knitting.
Other Events
I hope you'll indulge me in a brief recap of my time at ZK 2017.
My favorite vendors were Yarn Geek Fibers, Leading Men Fiber Arts and The Yarn Truck/Knit Buffalo.
Knitting Podcast SpotlightThis episode I tell you about Dairyland Knits.
Non-Knitting Segments Meatless MondayBlack Bean and Butternut Squash Quesadillas from the Live-in Kitchen.
Love it or Leave itLove: I have been doing a Bootcamp workout at Camp Gladiator and really enjoying it.
Leave: I did something really stupid. Listen up for details....
Other News and NotesTheatrical Updates
I saw the tour of Fun Home and it was amazing!
Running
No real news on this front. I did run my longest solo distance of 10 miles, which felt really good.
Reading
I finished reading 2 books, both of which I really enjoyed.
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Knitting Segments Show-Ready Knits
VNeck Boxy by Joji Locatelli
Knits in RehearsalFind your Fade by Andrea Mowry
Vasa by Dianna Walla
Knitting News, Notes and EventsThe Pal Kal has officially started!
Check out the Ravelry group for details about all of the great sponsors for the PalKal2017.
Check out the episode for more information about this episode's producing sponsor, Imagined Landscape Designs.
Other Events
WWKIP Day
Thanks to everyone who came out for WWKIP day! We were a small buy mighty crowd! Thanks to these sponsors for donating door prizes!
Charlotte Yarn , Cottage Yarn and Queen City Yarn.
Stash Dash 2017
Check out the Knit Girlls Podcast for more information.
Splash Pad Party with the Down Cellar Studio Podcast
Summer Stripe Along Kal
Knitting Podcast SpotlightThis week I checked out the Bede Sisters podcast, hosted by Kay. Check it out!
The Reviews are In!This episode I reviewed a new purchase, the Knitter's Keep by Coco Knits.
Non-Knitting Segments Love it or Leave itLove: Essential Oils
What are your favorites?
Leave: People asking me about my plans to have children. What????
Other News and NotesRunning
No news is good news! Week 7 of Marathon training is in the books.
Reading
I finished reading The Girl with the Lower Back Tattoo by Amy Schumer.
I finished listening to Lilac Girls by Martha Hall Kelly.
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You have to be a Janet Jackson fan to get that reference....
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Knitting Segments Knits in RehearsalV Neck Boxy by Joji Locatelli
Auditioning KnitsPalKal Auditions
I'm trying to figure out what I'll do for the PalKal this year.
Was thinking of knitting the Lil' Miss Chelsea Bean by Jenn Sheelen.
Also considering Breathing Space and True Friend by Veera Valimaki, using my ChileKnitz Pal Kal Yarn.
I am also searching for something to make with my PalKal kit from Suburban Stitcher.
Summer Tops
I am searching pretty hard for something to make with my Claudia Hand-Painted Contemplation yarn that's been in my stash for a while. I originally bought it to make the Linum Tee by Bristol Ivy.
Here are some of the things I'm considering:
Nesoi Tee by Miriam Felton
Notched Hem Tank Top by Purl Soho
Breeze by Joanna Rankin
Knitting News, Notes and EventsWorld Wide Knit in Public Day
Check the link above to RSVP.
June 10, 2017
I'll be at Foxcroft Wine in Dilworth, Charlotte, from 2pm until at least 5.
1235 East Blvd.
Charlotte, NC 28203
I will have door prizes from Charlotte Yarn (which is in the same shopping center as the wine bar), Cottage Yarn and Queen City Yarn.
Charlotte Yarn, Baskets of Yarn and Cottage Yarn will all be having specials that day for Actually Knitting listeners and those Knitting in Public.
The Pal Kal has officially started!
Exciting News! Check out my social media feeds for information about some exclusive products coming from Suburban Stitcher and ChileKnitz!
Check out the Ravelry group for details about all of the great sponsors for the PalKal2017.
Other Events
Stash Dash 2017
Check out the Knit Girlls Podcast for more information.
Summer Stripe Along Kal
KnitscapadeLet me take you on a Knitscapade! Last weekend I visited my favorite not-so-local to me LYS, Black Mountain Yarn Shop. I fell off the wagon pretty hard but, no regrets!
Non-Knitting Segments One Pot WondersOne Pot Chicken Fajita Pasta from Skinny Taste
Love it or Leave itLove: Camping Trip
Leave: Humidity
Other News and Notes
Running News:I am in week 5 of training for the Chicago Marathon. Trying to stay injury free and also keep using my bullet journal to track my workouts.
Reading Updates:
I finished reading Eligible, A Modern Retelling of Pride and Prejudice by Curtis Sittenfield.Use this link to get your free 30 day trial and free audiobook from Audible.com.
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Knitting Segments Knits in Rehearsal
V Neck Boxy by Joji Locatelli
Here is a circular tracker I used for inspiration for my bullet journal. Mine is very basic at the moment.
Mae Pullover by Andrea Mowry
Hermione's Everyday Socks by Erica Lueder
Knitting News, Notes and EventsMarch Mowry Madness
#MarchMowryMadness officially wrapped up on April 30, 2017. Listen to see if you are the lucky winner of a pack of mini-skeins by Happy Little Yarn!
Stash Dash 2017
Check out the Knit Girlls Podcast for more information.
World Wide Knit in Public Day
June 10, 2017
The PalKal is coming up this summer! Are you interested in sponsoring the biggest and best Kal for the Actually Knitting Podcast? Here is where you can find information about levels of Sponsorship.
Fill out this Google Form and I'll get in touch with you about sponsoring the KAL. The PalKal runs from June 1-September 1, 2017 and it is all about supporting podcasters who are designers, indie dyers, bag makers, etc.
Exciting News! Watch my social media feeds for information about some exclusive products coming from Suburban Stitcher and ChileKnitz!
Below is the painting that Connie is using for the color way inspiration.
Non-Knitting Segments Meatless MondayLow-Carb Zucchini Lasagna Roll-Ups
Love it or Leave itI got nothing but love this week! Josh and I got engaged a couple of weeks ago!
Other News and NotesFinished Reading:
Currently Reading:
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Knitting Segments Show-Ready Knits
Ripken by Melanie Berg
Here's a tutorial for the Crochet Hook Provisional Cast-On
Knits in RehearsalVanilla Socks
Knitting News, Notes and EventsWorld Wide Knit in Public Day
June 10, 2017
March Mowry Madness
#MarchMowryMadness will run through April 30, 2017.
The PalKal is coming up this summer! Are you interested in sponsoring the biggest and best Kal for the Actually Knitting Podcast? Here is where you can find information about levels of Sponsorship.
Fill out this Google Form and I'll get in touch with you about sponsoring the KAL. The PalKal runs from June 1-September 1, 2017 and it is all about supporting podcasters who are designers, indie dyers, bag makers, etc.
Exciting News! Watch my social media feeds for information about some exclusive products coming from Suburban Stitcher and ChileKnitz!
Below is the painting that Connie is using for the color way inspiration.
Next planned Knitting Event: Zombie Knitpocalypse in June 2017
Knitting Talkback: AthleisureParody Video: Active Wear
Knitting Industry Blog
I was inspired by a recent issue of Knit Wear Magazine to delve into the topic of Athleisure in hand knits.
Interweave Blog: What's the Deal with Athleisure
The patterns I featured in this episode:
Marblehead Poncho by Lana Jois
Rockport Vest by Allison Jane
Sturbridge Pullovery by Pam Allen
Dartmouth Pullover by Brandy Velten
Boxy by Joji Locatelli
Mae by Andrea Mowry
Kingston Tunic by Andrea Mowry
Sidewalk Sweater by Kate Oates
Ouisa by Christina Ghirlanda
Chloe Cardigan by Jo Storie
Still Light Tunic by Veera Valimaki
Listener Contribution: Cooldown by Alicia Plummer
I would love to hear your ideas for altheisure patterns in knitting! Go on over to the Ravelry group to tell us all about it.
Non-Knitting Segments Love it or Leave itLove: Handwriting Tutorials
Leave: I hate 4th quarter!
Other News and NotesRunning News
I officially started training for marathon #2, The Chicago Marathon is October 8th, 2017.
I have been inspired to start doing a bullet journal for my running. Check out this post from Runner's World about using a bullet journal for running and other health tracking.
Some pics of my bullet journal are on my Instagram feed.
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