I Thought I Knew How: A Podcast about Knitting and Life
Anne Frost
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I Thought I Knew How is a podcast about learning what you thought you already knew in both knitting and life, featuring interviews with members of the fiber arts community around the world, product reviews, and musing about knitting and life. Visit our website at IThoughtIKnewHow.com
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Aug 21, 2023
Episode 110: Solveigh Lass-Evans
In this episode, Anne sits down with Solveigh Lass-Evans of Iolair Yarn and designer of the Sea Pink Top. Solveigh shares her fiber craft journey, including how a major loss sparked a new career as a hand dyer and designer.
Please note that those who are newly experiencing grief may want to delay listening to this episode.
Links to Things Mentioned in This Episode
There are only a very limited number of Shetland Hogmanay Boxes left! Order yours here.
The Journal of Scottish Yarns
The last two Instagram Live events of the #yarnmal2023 had some hints about the upcoming issue 4 of The Journal of Scottish Yarns. Watch them here and here.
Iolair Yarn
Sea Pink Top
Find Solveigh on Instagram
Find Iolair Yarn in person this year at the Scottish Yarn Festival, Yarndale, Glasgow School of Yarn, and the Knitting and Stitching Show in Harrowgate.
Learn more about the listener dinner at No.88 here.
The show will now be on a hiatus for the next few months. Please follow or subscribe to the show through your favorite podcast app, and when the show returns, the new episode will automatically for you!
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Aug 14, 2023
Episode 109: Fay Dashper-Hughes
In this episode, meet Fay Dashper-Hughes, designer of both knit and crochet patterns, host of The Crochet Circle Podcast, and owner of Provenance Craft Co. Fay designed the Dunnet Bay Hap from Issue 3 of The Journal of Scottish Yarns and shares her plans for Fay DH Designs.
Links to Things Mentioned in the Podcast
Shetland Hogmany Boxes
Join Anne for the listener dinner at No.88 during Shetland Wool Week. Find the details here.
Provenance Craft Co.
Wool Work (Formerly Knit British) Podcast
The Journal of Scottish Yarns
Dunnet Head Hap
Moorit Magazine
The Crochet Circle
Fay DH Designs on the web and on Instagram
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Aug 7, 2023
Episode 108: Jess of Ginger Twist Studio
In this episode, meet Jess of Ginger Twist Studio, a lovely local yarn store that doubles as a popular fiber destination for visitors to Edinburgh, Scotland. Jess's handdyed yarn has appeared several times in the pages of The Journal of Scottish Yarns, and she took the time to speak about that and the joys and challenges of owning a yarn shop. Have you been dreaming of your own store? Have a listen!
Links to Things Mentioned in the Episode
Shetland Hogmanay Boxes
Join Anne for dinner during Shetland Wool Week
Ginger Twist Studio is Jess's home on the web. Find her online store and hours for the brick and mortar!
You can also find Ginger Twist Studio on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook.
Ginger's Splendor and Masham Mayhem were featured in the Forvie Shawl pattern and Sweet Flax was featured in the pattern for the Carstramon Top in The Journal of Scottish Yarns.
Jess's recommended spots for fiber-travelers to Edinburgh: Dovecot Studios, Chambers Street Museum, Leith, Pascal & Co., 24 Royal Terrace, Art & Vintage.
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Jul 31, 2023
Episode 107: Ange Sewell
In this episode, Anne learns more about weaving with Ange Sewell, owner of Weft Blown and designer of the Magnolia Cowl in issue three of The Journal of Scottish Yarns.
Links to Things Mentioned in the Episode
West Kilbride, Craft Town Scotland
Zoom Loom
Hazel Rose Looms
Botanical Blanket Pin Loom Weaving Kit
Turtle Loom
Ange Sewell's website is weftblown.com and you can find her on Instagram.
The Journal of Scottish Yarns
Shetland Hogmanay Boxes
Join Anne and other listeners for dinner at No.88 during Shetland Wool Week. RSVP here.
Grae Cove
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Jul 24, 2023
Episode 106: Fiber Travels in Normandy
In this episode, Anne shares the fibery goodness of her recent road trip in Normandy, including a visit to a fiber festival, the birthplace of Rambouillet sheep, and more!
Links to Things Mentioned in This Episode
Le Fil de la Manche
Ovis Et Cetera
Pôle Laines
Robach Shawl
The Journal of Scottish Yarns
Natissea (Maker of the linen/cotton blend yarn. Please note, the yarn's name is Linae and is actually a fingering weight yarn.)
The Verona Tee-Shirt is the sweater I (rather poorly) described that I plan to knit with the Linea.
Bayeux Tapestry Museum
Pré Salé Sheep
La Bergerie Nationale
Rambouillet Sheep
Shetland Hogmanay Boxes
Shetland Wool Week
Songs
There were many songs in this episode! In order:
"Invisible Love," by Wild Heart and Kaii Dreams
"Summer in Paris," by Humans Win
"Casa de Frio," by Jon Presstone
"Dark Space," by we20fifty
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Jul 17, 2023
Episode 105: Alison Mayne and Roni the Woolchemist
In this episode, Anne sits down with Alison Mayne and Roni the Woolchemist to hear about their fiber crafting journeys, including their recent collaboration in the creation of the Robach Shawl for issue three of The Journal of Scottish Yarns.
Links to Things Mentioned in the Episode
Shetland Hogmanay Boxes
Order your copy of issue three of The Journal of Scottish Yarns using code ITIKH for 3 off a print version of ITIKH3DIG for 3 off a digital download!
Find Anne on Instagram, Facebook, or her website.
Find Alison Mayne on Instagram or her website.
Find Roni the Woolchemist on Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, or Etsy. You can also sign up for her newsletter.
Stitching Together Network
Alison's wrist warmer pattern at The Draper's Shop
Natalie in Stitches
Margaret Fay Shaw
The Peigi Anndra Shawl
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Jul 10, 2023
Episode 104: Samira Hill
In this episode, Anne speaks with Samira Hill, designer and teacher of knitting and crochet, as well as a professional pattern writer and tech editor. Samira is also one of the organizers of Tangled Galashiels, a new fiber festival in the Scottish Borders.
Links to Things Mentioned in This Episode
Shetland Hogmanay Box
Listener Dinner at Shetland Wool Week
The Journal of Scottish Yarns
Episode 101
I Thought I Knew How on Facebook, Instagram, and Ravelry
Eildon Hills Designs
Samira Hill on Instagram and Ravelry
Knitting for All
Bowfiddle Yarns
Tangled Galashiels
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Jul 4, 2023
Episode 103: Merrian Holland
In this episode, Anne sits down with crochet designer, Merrian Holland, who is a regular contributor to The Journal of Scottish Yarns. Merrian relates her experiences with fiber crafts, which began as a child in Germany and progressed along a path through graphic design and replica jewelry.
Links to Things Mentioned in the Episode
Order Issue 3 of The Journal of Scottish Yarns using code ITIKH3 or ITIKH3DIG for £3 off the print or digital issue, respectively. The Yarn MAL 2023 continues until August 9, 2023, so there is still time to take part!
Order the 2023 Shetland Hogmanay Yarn Box
Find Merrian Holland at her website or on Instagram
Green Elmbridge
The Riverhouse Hookers
Machair Tank Top
Zakami Yarns
Twine Bag
Crochet stitch conversions UK/US
Whichcraft Wools
Unraveled/Farnham Maltings
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Jun 26, 2023
Episode 102: It's All Good
In this episode, Anne fills in listeners on some upcoming changes before sharing her experience knitting with wire in a class with Helen Robertson. Also, there is a review of Latta, a new American-grown and -milled nonsuperwash wool from Queen City Yarn.
Links to Things Mentioned in the Episode
Join in on the make along with The Journal of Scottish Yarns! Visit their storeto pick up issue three and use code ITIKH3 or ITIKH3DIG for £3 off the print or digital versions respectively, and join us on June 28 for an Instagram live kick-off event at 2 pm EST/7 pm British time!
Email info@islandvista.co.uk to get on the waitlist for the Makkin Our Way Through Shetland tours for 2024!
Helen Robertson's Slew Unst Knit Shetland Lace Deckchair Challenge
Online classes with Helen Robertson
Queen City Yarn's Latta yarn -- Do not panic if you go have a look right away. The yarn will go live on August 1. Mark your calendar!
Learn more about the Shetland Hogmanay Box, a 31 day mystery yarn box leading up to New Year's Eve.
Music
The songs in this episode were "I Built It Myself," by Nicholas Rowe; "The Drifter," by Zoze; and "Outlaw," by Brad Howard.
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Jun 19, 2023
Episode 101: Susan Anderson and the Journal of Scottish Yarns
In this episode, Anne has a chat with Susan Anderson, the editor of the Journal of Scottish Yarns, about her fiber background and the birth of the Journal. They cover some of the topics in past issues as well as issue three, which will provide the patterns for a make along starting on June 28! Listen to the episode for details!
Links to Things Mentioned in the Episode
The information about the Icelandic Goats is in episode 81, an interview with Johanna Thorvaldsdottir of Haafell Goat Farm
Tangled Galashiels
Seed.ed on Instagram
Di Gilpin
Scottish Yarn Festival
Scottish Wool Producers Showcase
The Journal of Scottish Yarn Make Along will require a copy of Issue 3. Use code ITIKH3 to save £3 on a print copy, or ITIKH3DIG to save £3 on a digital copy. Order here.
Participate on Instagram using #yarnmal2023, Facebook, or Ravelry
Order the Zoom Loom from designer and teacher, Ange Sewell, based in the UK
Order a Zoom Loom on Amazon US
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Jun 5, 2023
Shetland Hogmanay Box and Summer Make Along
I just had a few things to share with folks and wanted to make sure the people who aren't on social media heard about them before it was too late!
Find the Shetland Hogmanay Box here:
https://store.ithoughtiknewhow.com/
To join the Make Along with The Journal of Scottish Yarns, visit their store to pick up Issue 3:
https://yarnjournal.com/shop
Use code ITIKH3 for £3 off a print copy.
Use code ITIKH3DIG for £3 off a digital copy.
All the other info is in the audio! I'll be back June 19 with the next real episode!
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May 8, 2023
Episode 100: Episode 100
In the 100th episode of the podcast, Anne shares the history of I Thought I Knew How, along with listener contributions and plans for the future of the show. Grab your knitting and celebratory mood and have a listen!
Links to Things Mentioned in the Podcast
Knit New Haven
Morehouse Farm Events
Morehouse Merino Flock
Anne on Instagram and Facebook, as well as the website where you can scroll down to join the mailing list
Music
The first song was "Hold Up," by Nick Battle, followed by Humans Win with "Wherever This Life Goes."
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Apr 24, 2023
Episode 099: Acrylic
In this episode, Anne adds to the fiber series by taking on acrylic and shares some strong opinions along the way.
Links to Things Mentioned in the Episode
Acrylic Fiber and Acrylonitrile on Wikipedia
Red Heart's wool yarn
Red Heart Super Saver
A side-by-side burn test comparison of a toy made from acrylic vs. a toy made from wool.
The flammability of various clothing fibers
Why Are We All So Terrified of Pajama Fires?
Children's Sleepwear Regulations
What is Acrylic Fabric: Properties, How it's Made and Where
What is the history and origin of acrylic?
Types of Synthetic Fibers
Knit New Haven
Morehouse Merino Flock
Dropps Detergent
Follow Anne on Instagram and join the Facebook Group. To join the mailing list, visit the websiteand scroll down to enter your email address in the mailing list field.
Music
The first song was "Feeling Mean" by Ben Bostick, followed by Humans Win, featuring Janell Belcher, with "Tiny Brilliance."
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Apr 10, 2023
Episode 098: Catching Up
In this episode, Anne shares the start of her spinning journey, reviews Knitted Word yarn, and has a few thoughts about embracing how you get your projects done. That, plus a few songs from Tom Goldstein.
Links to Things Mentioned in the Episode
Knitten Word
Harriet Cowl
Knit New Haven
Morehouse Merino Flock
Wool&
WoolandPrince
WoolX
Dropps
Sable Flow
Visit the website to join the mailing list
Follow Anne on Instagram
Join the Facebook Group
Music
"Dawn" and "Time and Time Again" by Tom Goldstein.
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Mar 27, 2023
Episode 097: Heritage Crafts with Elizabeth Williamson
In this episode, Anne invited Elizabeth Williamson, Shetland Lace knitter and designer, back on the show to talk about preserving heritage crafts. How can it be done? Why should it be done? Elizabeth is a talented Shetland Lace knitter, so the discussion takes place in the context of Shetland Lace, but there is a lot to be considered about heritage craft preservation in general!
Links to Things Mentioned in the Podcast
Support the Show on Patreon
Listen to Elizabeth's first appearance on the podcast.
Elizabeth Williamson's website (Click on Classes to sign up for her lace talks and lessons)
Victorian Lace Today is the book that inspired Anne to knit lace back in the day. (Affiliate link)
The Shetland Lace Project
ShetlandPeerieMakkers are one of the ways Shetland knitters are preserving their heritage methods.
The UK Heritage Craft Association
Anne is inviting listeners to call in and leave a message to celebrate the 100th episode of the show. Please call 860 281 2437 and leav…
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Mar 13, 2023
Episode 096: Rosamund Black
In this episode, Anne visits the Museum of Welsh Textiles with its curator, Rosamund Black. Learn more about the Welsh National Costume, mill and hand weaving, and much, much more.
Links to Things Mentioned in the Podcast
Support the Show at the new Be a Booster page
Watch Anne's Welsh yarn Show and Tell on the Purl Together podcast
The Museum of Welsh Textiles
The Welsh National Costume
Rosamund Black on Instagram
Lady Llanover
Sponsors
Knit New Haven
Morehouse Merino Flock Group
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Feb 27, 2023
Episode 095: Elizabeth Johnston
In this episode, Anne sits down with Elizabeth Johnston of Shetland Handspun. Elizabeth was Shetland Wool Week patron in 2018 and is well known for her handspun yarns, as well as her designs featuring Fair Isle and Shetland lace.
Links to Things Mentioned in the Episode
Knit New Haven
Morehouse Merino Flock
Elizabeth Johnston on Instagram and Facebook
Shetland Handspun Website
ShetlandPeerieMakkers
Makkin Our Way Through Shetland Tours
Purl Together YouTube Channel
Support the Show
Patreon allows listeners to support the show directly with benefits in return.
Visit our affiliates and sponsors. Your purchases support the show at no additional cost to you.
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Feb 13, 2023
Episode 094: A Fiber Walk Through Lerwick
In this episode, Anne takes a fiber-themed walk through Commercial Street in Lerwick and out to the far end of town. Have you been thinking of a visit to Shetland, or do you have a visit coming up? Get a sense of just how fiber-packed the main street of the town is with this walk from Jimmy Perez's house to Jamieson and Smith.
Links to Things Mentioned in the Episode
Support the show by becoming a patron.
Knit New Haven
Morehouse Merino Flock Group
The Shetland Times Bookshop
Jamison's of Shetland
Anderson Co.
Ninians
R.A.M. Knitwear
Loose Ends
J G Rae
Odie's Antiques and Collectables
Jamieson and Smith
Music
The first song was "Electra to the Baltic Sea," by Giuseppe Rizzo. The second song was "Where Do We Run?" by Humans Win (Featuring MMKAY).
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Jan 30, 2023
Episode 093: ChatGPT Tries Knitting
In this episode, Anne introduces ChatGPT to knitting. How does artificial intelligence handle handicrafts? Can you rely on it for accurate information? Have a listen!
Links to Things Mentioned in the Episode
If you'd like to have your own interaction with ChatGPT, find it here.
Support the podcast at Patreon!
Sponsors
Knit New Haven
Morehouse Merino Flock Group
Makkin Our Way Through Shetland Tours
Songs
"Rainy Day Cafe," by Zoze and "Wherever This Life Goes," by Humans Win.
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Jan 16, 2023
Episode 092: Bind Off, Body Acceptance and Bohus
In this episode, Anne talks about her first finished object of 2023, the Sanderling Cardigan, has a talk about talking to herself, and offers a brief introduction to Bohus Stickning.
Links to Things Mentioned in the Episode and Reference Materials Used
Sanderling cardigan
Mountain Mohair yarn from Green Mountain Spinnery
Ripples, by Hilly van Der Sluis
Books with information about Bohus Stickning: A History of Hand Knitting, Knitting Around the World, Knitting in the Old Way, Poems of Color: Knitting in the Bohus Tradition. The last book is devoted entirely to Bohus Knitting and has the most information on the Bohus Stickning Cooperative and patterns.
Sponsors
Patrons sponsor the show directly!
Knit New Haven
Morehouse Merino Flock Group
Makkin Our Way Through Shetland Tours
Music
The first song was "Love Spell," by Zemer. The second was Zoze with "It Goes On."
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Jan 2, 2023
Episode 091: Alpaca
In this episode, Anne takes a deep dive into alpaca, and all the other South American camelid fibers!
Links to Source Material and Things Mentioned in the Podcast
Much of the episode was based on personal experience working with alpaca fiber yarns and discussions I've had with camelid raisers and spinners I've met through the years, but the information was confirmed for me in the wonderful book, The Fleece and Fiber Sourcebook.
Wikipedia also has excellent articles about vicuña, guanaco, alpaca, and llama.
North American Paco-Vicuna Association
Music
Both of the songs in this episode were by Raighes Factory. The first song was "Smiling You" and the second was "Path."
Support the Show
Patrons of the show directly supporting the podcast on Patreon.
If you'd like to support the show in other ways, please share the episode with a fiber-craft loving friend or consider shopping with my sponsors:
Knit New Haven
Morehouse Farm
Makkin Our Way Through Shetland
Wool&
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Dec 5, 2022
Episode 090: The Three Projects You Should Be Knitting
In this episode, Anne talks about the three projects you should be knitting right now, wraps up Wovember, and more!
Links to Things Mentioned in this Episode
Support the show at Patreon!
Sanderling
Mountain Mohair
Mitten Garland Advent Calendar
Adventskalendar
Turvie
LoveWovember
Find the Woolly Countdown Videos on the Purl Together YouTube channel
Sponsors
Knit New Haven
Morehouse Farm
There are still 2-3 spaces available on the Contemporary Crafts tour this summer! Learn more at the Island Vista website!
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Nov 21, 2022
Episode 089: Behind the Curtain
Anne sits down with Jana of the Purl Together YouTube podcast to chat about some of the benefits and challenges associated with having a knitting podcast. Plus, info about the 2023 Makkin Our Way Through Shetland Tours, Wovember, and more!
Links to Things Mentioned in the Podcast
Support the show on Patreon.
Purl Together on YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, and the web.
Anne's Instagram (for Wovember!)
Makkin Our Way Through Shetland Tours
LoveWovember.com
Sponsors
Knit New Haven
Morehouse Farm
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Nov 7, 2022
Episode 088: The Fiber Festival of New England
Anne takes you along to the Fiber Festival of New England. Meet some of the vendors who where there and hear about their ingenious and interesting products. Plus, more on Wovember and an update on the state of wool in Austria from an Austrian listener!
Links to Things Mentioned in the Podcast
Support the show on Patreon
Fiber Festival of New England
JaggerSpun
The Wool Room at Longmeadow Farm
The Dancing Pony Sheep Farm -- email Paula Aarons at pmaarons@gmail.com
Windridge Farm
Junction Fiber Mill
The Fuzzy Bunny
Connecticut Sheep Breeders Association
The Fiber Seed
Sponsors
Knit New Haven
Morehouse Farm
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Oct 24, 2022
Episode 087: Elizabeth Williamson
Episode 087: Elizabeth Williamson
In this episode, Anne sits down with Shetland lace knitter, teacher, and designer, Elizabeth Williamson.
PLEASE NOTE: There is some minor interference in this episode. It's mostly at the start of the interview. Apologies in advance.
Links to Things Mentioned in the Episode
Elizabeth Williamson Knitting, for Elizabeth's information and classes
Elizabeth on Instagram
Elizabeth's patterns can be found on Ravelry
Wovember has an additional home on the internet at LoveWovember.com
Find the prompts for Wovember on October 27, 2022 on Anne's Instagram
Sponsors
Many thanks to Knit New Haven, Morehouse Farm, and my patrons for sponsoring the podcast!
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Oct 17, 2022
Episode 086: Wovember is Coming
In this episode, Anne checks in after her time away in Shetland and Austria, and looks ahead to Wovember, coming on November 1!
Links to Things Mentioned in the Episode
Factor Meals -- Sign up using this link and get a discount on your first 6 boxes!
Makkin Our Way Through Shetland Tours
Shetland Wool Week Annual
Shetland Textile Museum
Die Spindel/Ulrike Müller-Kaspar
Helen Robertson
Allison Rendall
Red Houss
Elizabeth Williamson Knitting
Wovember.com
Purl Together on YouTube
That Knitting Show on YouTube
Thank you to Knit New Haven, Morehouse Farm, and my patrons for sponsoring the podcast!
Songs
Both songs this week are from Humans Win. First was "It Don't Get Old Loving You," followed by "Keep It Simple."
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Aug 1, 2022
Episode 085: Wool Decanted
In this episode, Anne speaks with Linda and Lisa of Wool Decanted, a yarn producer in England with the goal of producing a soft, locally sourced and processed British yarn for fiber crafters.
Links to Things Mentioned in the Episode
Support the podcast at Patreon!
I-91 Shop Hop
Knit New Haven
Morehouse Merino Flock Group
Hitofude cardigan
Wool Decanted
Registration for Makkin Our Way Through Shetland 2023
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Jul 18, 2022
Episode 084: Donna Smith
Episode 084: Donna Smith
In this episode, Anne sits down with former Shetland Wool Week Patron, Donna Smith, to talk about how she got her start with wool crafts, her time as Patron, starting her own yarn company, and her current work with yarn dyeing. Enjoy!
Links to Things Mentioned in the Episode
Support the show at Patreon
Knit New Haven
I-91 Shop Hop
Norwegian Handknits
Morehouse Merino Flock Group
Hitofude Cardigan
Donna Smith's Blog, Website, Instagram, and Ravelry
Donna's blog entry about the art piece discussed in the episode
Baa-ble Hat
Linda Shearer's Bonnie Isle Hat for Shetland Wool Week 2022
Langsoond Yarn
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Jul 4, 2022
Episode 083: Devrie Metcalf
In this episode, Anne visits with Devrie Metcalf, knitted toy designer and author, to talk about her love of knitted toys and why they are such a great project, even for new knitters! Devrie is author of Joanie's Magical Day at the Beach and Knitting for Playtime: Treasures of the Ocean, a children's picture book and pattern book that allows you to knit the characters from the book.
_Links to Things Mentioned in the Episode_
Support the show through Patreon
Knit New Haven on Instagram
Morehouse Merino Flock Group
Hitofude Cardigan
Morehouse Merino Lace
Joanie's Magical Day at the Beach and Knitting for Playtime: Treasures of the Ocean
Devrie Metcalf on Etsy, Fiberocity, Ravelry, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube.
Be sure to visit I Thought I Knew How on Instagram to find the post mentioned in the episode! It will go live Monday evening after the episode goes up for everyone else!
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Jun 20, 2022
Episode 082: Hulda Brynjólfsdóttir
In this episode, Anne sits down with Hulda Brynjólfsdóttir at Uppspuni Mini Mill to talk about Icelandic wool, sheep farming in Iceland, Hulda's decision to start a mill, and the truly amazing Icelandic yarn she's been able to produce.
Links to Things Mentioned in the Episode
I-91 Shop Hop
Knit New Haven
Morehouse Farm Shawl Patterns and Kits
Morehouse Shawl Kit
Amy Snell's Ravelry page for her Super Summer Shawlalong
Uppspuni Mini Mill
Belfast Mini Mills
Istex
The Hidden People
South Iceland Wool Week
Uppspuni Mini Mill at Facebook and Instagram
Contact Hulda at the Uppspuni Contact Page or by emailing hulda@uppspuni.is
Sponsors
Many thanks to Knit New Haven, Morehouse Farm, and my lovely Patrons for their support of the podcast!
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Jun 6, 2022
Episode 081: Jóhanna Þorvaldsdóttir
In this first episode of season 7, Anne sits down with Jóhanna Þorvaldsdóttir of Haafell Goat Farm to learn about her work preserving a rare species of Icelandic goat.
Links to Things Mentioned in This Episode
Morehouse Farm Shawls
Knit New Haven
I-91 Shop Hop
Frank Pepe's Pizza
Haafell Goat Farm Website, Instagram, Facebook Page. If you'd like to try the cashmere from Jóhanna's goats, contact her through one of the online sources above!
If you'd like to get on the waiting list for the 2023 Makkin our Way Through Shetland tours, email Jolene Garriock at info@islandvista.co.uk. If you plan to travel with a companion and want to share a room, be sure to include that in your email.
Join Anne's mailing list at her website (scroll down a bit).
Patrons will get the first chance to book a space on the Makkin Our Way Through Shetland Tours. Visit the I Thought I Knew How Patreon page to join.
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Apr 11, 2022
Episode 080: Cotton
In this episode, Anne takes a deep dive into cotton: the history, quirks, and care! Plus, news of a NY/PA yarn crawl, a New Years themed yarn box, and more.
Links to Things Mentioned in the Episode
FairTrade.net maintains a list of cotton growers and processors that adhere to their fair trade standards.
Katia Fair Cotton has been certified as fair trade by the ICEA.
Fair Trade cottons not mentioned in the episode:
Quince&Co's organic cotton comes from a collection of organic cotton farms in California and all the processing from plant to yarn happens in the United States, so while not certified, it is processed under worker protection laws.
Also, Bare Naked Wool's Pakucho cotton is certified organic and fair trade.
A store is coming to the I Thought I Knew How website, and the first item to go up for sale will be the Shetland Hogmanay yarn box! Watch the website for details on the presale coming in May!
Connecticut Sheep, Wool, and Fiber Festival is coming to North Haven, C…
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Mar 28, 2022
Episode 079: Pay It Forward
In this episode, Anne shares some thoughts on charity knitting, or "Pay It Forward" knitting, including some tips for success and how and where to find groups to create for. She wraps things up with a reflection on her Month of Lace and ends with a couple of special announcements. Enjoy!
Links to Things Mentioned in the Show
Afghans for Afghans
Hat Not Hate
The innocent Big Knit
Warm Up America
Charity Knitting with Nicole Facebook Group
Charity Knitting and Crafts Facebook Group
JustServe.org
Hap Cowl, by Ella Gordon
Uradale Yarns
Brough Shawl, by Donna Smith
Langsoond Yarn
Elizabeth Williamson, online Shetland Lace knitting teacher
Sponsors
Knit New Haven is known as one of the retail homes of Clinton Hill Cashmere. This truly luxuriant yarn can also be found in their online store. Check it out!
Morehouse Farm is holding a contest to name the color ways of their new Glenleigh Worsted yarn line. Click through to enter your suggestions, and if your name is chose, Erin…
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Mar 14, 2022
Episode 078: Donna Estin
Anne sits down with Donna Estin to talk about her work as a designer, her experience with becoming a Master Hand Knitter, and the Next Level Knitting Conference coming April 22-24, 2022.
Donna has very kindly offered a 25% off coupon code to her website and Ravelry patterns through March 31, 2022, for listeners of I Thought I Knew How. Use code THOUGHTIKNEWHOW in either location to take advantage of this kind offer. Many thanks, Donna!
Links to Things Mentioned in the Episode
Donna Estin’s website
Join Donna Estin Designs to be the first to know of new designs and discounts
Donna Estin on Ravelry, Instagram, and Facebook.
Donna's Knitwear Designer Certification course and Marketing Course.
The Knitting Guild Association's Master Hand Knitting Program and their Master Hand Knitting Facebook Group
Donna's patterns that were mentioned in the show: Northern Girl's Fair Isle Tam, Nor'easter Pullover, the Druid's Guernsey, and Blackwater Mosaic Pullover.
Next Level Knitting Confe…
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Feb 28, 2022
Episode 077: Linen
In this episode, Anne goes on a deep dive into her favorite plant fiber: linen. Get the history of this fiber, care instructions, and some tips to make using it easier! Links to Things Mentioned in This Episode
There are more Patreon levels available now for businesses who would like to sponsor the podcast. Please visit the Patreon page for more information.
Lyric Hill Farm
Worn: A People's History of Clothing, by Sofi Thanhauser
Linen from Flax Seed to Woven Cloth, by Linda Heinrich
Hap Cowl, designed by Ella Gordon Designs on Ravelry and LoveCrafts
Uradale Yarns
PurlTogether YouTube Channel
PurlTogether discussion group on Ravelry
Sponsors
There is still time to join Knit New Haven's Yoke Along online sweater knit along! Learn more at their website.
The Morehouse Merino Flock Group will be home to workshops about making your own felted soaps during the month of March! Find the kits at Morehouse Farm, and join the Morehouse Merino Flock for the classes scheduled for March…
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Feb 14, 2022
Episode 076: Crochet
In this episode, Anne talks about what she's been working on for The Great Yarn Challenge, makes a case for crochet, and muses about what keeps a lot of folks (but mostly herself) from designing. Have a listen!
Links to Things Mentioned in the Podcast
The Great Yarn Challenge
Craft Yarn Council
Holiday Trees, by YellowCosmo
Loopy Love Blanket, by Tamara Kelly
Flower Power Scrubby, by Kara Gunza
Scrubby Cotton from Red Heart
Cinca, by Amy Christoffers
Sophie's Universe, by Dedri Uys
Alma Sweater, by Tatsiana Kupryianchyk
The Hap Cowl, designed by Ella Gordon
PurlTogether YouTube Channel
That Knitting Show YouTube Channel
Sponsors
Knit New Haven is a wonderful yarn store in New Haven, Connecticut, with beautiful yarn, roving, and tools for fiber artists. They also offer online knit alongs and lessons. Find out more at their website.
The Morehouse Merino Flock Group is your home for online knit-alongs and knitting help for any project you are working on. Knit alongs are…
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Jan 31, 2022
Episode 075: Katie Sullivan of Bobolink Yarns
In this episode, Anne sits down with Katie Sullivan of Bobolink Yarns, a Vermont-based yarn company creating breed- and farm-specific yarns. Katie is a deep well of knowledge about wool production and shares much of her knowledge with us in this discussion. Enjoy!
Links to Things Mentioned in the Episode
Support the show at Patreon!
Cloverworks Farm
Bobolink Yarns
BLU
Michael Pollan's books on Amazon
Spider silk fabric woven in Madagascar
The Practical Spinner's Guide: Silk
The Great Yarn Challenge
Sponsors
Many thanks to Knit New Haven and Morehouse Farm for sponsoring the podcast.
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Jan 17, 2022
Episode 074: Silk
In this episode, census records, a visit to NYC, and a new pillowcase get Anne thinking about silk. She shares what she learned about what it is, where it comes from, and how it affects our fiber crafting, and invites you to share more!
Links to Things Mentioned in This Episode
First, I misspoke in the episode: alpha-keratin is the keratin found in mammals, not vertebrates. I do know that lizards and birds are vertebrates, too. I apologize for misspeaking!
The Rise of the US Silk Industry
Silk, the Queen of Fibers
Knitting with Silk Yarn
Top Tips for Knitting with Silk
How to Remove Sweat Stains from Silk Blouses
Sericulture
Raw Silk
Know Your Fiber: Tussah Silk
Muga Silk
Leizu
That Knitting Show on YouTube
Sponsors
Knit New Haven is running a Knit a Yoke Sweater KAL that will run until March 31. Get the details about how to join in, including your 15% off yarn discount, by visiting their Instagram post about the event!
Morehouse Farm has the guidance (and yarn) you n…
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Jan 3, 2022
Episode 073: Back and Forward
In this episode, Anne looks back into 2021 and forward to 2022, setting crafting intentions for the new year, rather than goals.
Links to Things Mentioned in The Episode
Unicorn Parallelograms, by Stephen West
The Fiber Seed
Hand Dyed December videos can be found on the Purl Together YouTube channel
Not my hap stretcher, but a hap stretcher.
Not my Tudor Peg Loom, but a Tudor peg loom.
Laight Night Knits
Find the Yarn Stash Destash prompts on my Instagram account.
Cabled Trellis Shawl, by Stephen West
Music
The songs in this episode were "Low Down Ways," by Jontavious Willis and "Human Race," by Zac Nelson.
Sponsors
Visit Knit New Haven for your online knitting, crochet, and spinning shopping needs.
Join the Morehouse Merino Flock Group for online learning.
Try Adagio Teas using this link and your purchase will help support the show at no additional cost to you.
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Dec 20, 2021
Episode 072: Wool Circle
In this episode, Anne speaks with Nic Corrigan and Ed Sutcliff of Project Lonk. You originally met Nic and Ed in episode 66 when their Kickstarter to produce yarn from Ed's flock of rare breed Lonk sheep was still in full swing. A lot has happened since then! Listen to learn how their work to create highly local wool has had more of an impact than they expected!
Links to Things Mentioned in This Episode
Knit New Haven's Instagram
Morehouse Merino Flock Group
Episode 66: Project Lonk -- Please listen to this episode first to get the Project Lonk origin story!
Project Lonk's Kickstarter page (They are no longer accepting pledges, but the page is full of information!)
Nic Corrigan's Instagram
Ed and Laura Sutcliff's Farm Instagram
Dr. Zoe Fletcher's Instagram
Wool Circle on Instagram and the web
Follow I Thought I Knew How on Instagram for the Yarn Stash Destash prompts starting December 26!
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Dec 6, 2021
Episode 071: Many Happy Returns
Welcome to season 6! In this episode, Anne fills you in on everything that went on during the hiatus as well as the things that are coming up, and she shares her thoughts on The Shetland Trader, Book 3: Heritage. You've seen the images of the projects, but is the book worth a buy? Have a listen!
Links to Things Mentioned in the Episode
Hand Dyed December over on the Purl Together YouTube Channel
Indie Untangled -- The National Parks New Years box is sold out, but watch their shop for full sized versions of the yarn in the box.
A Girl and Her Wool
The Fiber Sead
Laight Night Knits
Unicorn Parallellograms, designed by Stephen West
Wovember Website
Visit my Instagram page for the story highlights from Wovember 2021
Search for #ILoveWovember on Instagram to read through the posts from this year.
2021 Wovember Prize sponsors:
Morehouse Farm
Knit New Haven
Uradale Yarns
Letissier Designs
The Woolly Thistle
Twin Oaks Farm
Janette Budge
Laight Night Knits
Jo Spencer
Kier…
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Oct 18, 2021
Episode 070: Paparwark Yarn, Open Farm, and Rhinebeck
In this final episode for season five, Anne speaks to Cecil Tait of Paparwark Furniture about the new yarn line he and his wife Jennifer are producing from their flock of Shetland breed sheep. She also takes you through Morehouse Open Farm Day and talks about her time at Rhinebeck on Saturday.
Links to Things Mentioned in the Podcast
Makkin Our Way Through Shetland Tours (Get on the mailing list for the possible 2nd Fair Isle week in September!
Makkin Our Way Through Shetland Participants Group on Facebook (You must be a tour participant to enter.)
Paparwark Furniture
Paparwark's tools for knitters
Paparwark Furniture on Instagram -- Follow them here for updates for when their yarn goes live on the website!
New York Sheep and Wool (Rhinebeck)
Autumn House Farm
Follow @IThoughtIKnewHow on Instagram to take part in the Wovember event starting November 1!
Follow the Purl Together channel on YouTube for the daily vlog event coming up in December!
Fiber Festival o…
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Oct 4, 2021
Episode 069: Mandy Moore and Shetland Wool Week
In this episode, Anne breaks down like an overtired 9-year old coming home from summer camp, because that’s basically what she is. But aside from that, you’ll also meet Mandy Moore, a new designer based in Shetland who is also a sample knitter for many familiar designers. Have a listen!
Links to Things Mentioned in This Episode
Knit+Escape
Shetland Wool Week
Elizabeth Williamson on Instagram
Shetland Textile Museum
Garths Croft Bressay
Sheila Fowlie’s website for bespoke lace items, Shetland Lace Shawls
Classes offered online from Uradale Yarn (Watch this space for additional collaborations between Anne and Viveka Vellupilai!)
Dr. Carol Christiansen of the Shetland Museum and Archives
Harriet’s Hat
Mandy Moore on Instagram
Mandy’s patterns are available as Olach Designs on Ravelry and LoveCrafts
Jamieson’s of Shetland
Stephen West’s MKAL for October 2021
Sponsors
Knit New Haven is still offering 10% off 5 skeins of fingering weight yarn for the Stephen…
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Sep 22, 2021
Episode 068: Barbara Cheyne
In this episode, Anne talks about the upcoming Shetland Day of Knit+Escape, tried to clarify a bit about Virtual Shetland Wool Week, and has an interview with Barbara Cheyne, a knitter and knitting teacher and trustee of the Shetland Textile Museum!
Links to Things Mentioned in the Episode
Knit+Escape
Garths Croft Bressay
Janette Budge
Shetland Peerie Makkers
Oliver Henry
Wendy Inkster
Jamieson's of Shetland
Cecil Tait
Barbara Cheyne
Wilma Malcolmson
Hazel Tindall
Alison Rendall
Mandy Moore's patterns on Ravelry
Shetland Wool Week
Makkin Our Way Through Shetland Facebook Group for those coming on the 2022 tours.
Sponsors
Knit New Haven is offering 10% off 5 skeins of fingering weight yarn for the Stephen West MKAL starting on October 8! Please visit their website to order or call the store to place your order.
The Morehouse Farm Open Farm Day on October 15 requires free registration. Learn more at their link!
I'm even more in love with my Wool& clothes after wearin…
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Sep 7, 2021
Episode 067: That Knitting Show
In this episode, Anne explains herself before sharing the audio from the latest episode of That Knitting Show, a monthly YouTube podcast she's started with Erin of Morehouse Farm. Links to Things Mentioned in the Podcast
Knit and Escape
Uradale Farm
I Hear Dee Instagram
That Knitting Show
Morehouse Farm
Knit New Haven
I Thought I Knew How Patreon
Other ways to support the show
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Aug 23, 2021
Episode 066: Project Lonk
In this episode, Anne sits down with Nic Corrigan and Edward Sutcliffe to learn about their goal to bring locally processed, locally grown, rare-breed Lonk wool to knitters.
Links to Things Mentioned in the Episode
Support the show on Patreon
Project Lonk Kickstarter, Instagram, and Twitter
Whitehall Studio website and Instagram
Wild Wooly Farm on Instagram
The Woolist website and Instagram
Knit and Escape
Makkin in Shetland Dialect Shetland Wool Week Class Registration
Sponsors
Visit Knit New Haven for classes, knit alongs, and more!
The Morehouse Merino Flock Group has an exciting line up in the coming months: brioche, thrummed mittens, and more. Want to try out the Flock Group to see if its for you? Buy the Atlantis Tunic Kit to knit for Open Farm Day on October 15 and you'll have access to all the lessons for this project for free, so you can experience the flock for yourself!
You can find all my affiliate links, plus other ways you can help the show, at…
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Aug 9, 2021
Episode 065: Shetland Wool Week, with Tracey Hawkins
In this episode, Anne sits down with Tracey Hawkins, one of the members of the Shetland Wool Week committee at the Shetland Amenity Trust to learn about the history of Shetland Wool Week and what this year's virtual experience will be like.
Links to Things Mentioned in the Episode
Support the Show through Patreon or by visiting the Be a Booster Page.
Makkin Our Way Through Shetland Tours
Makkin in Shetland Dialect Class during Virtual Shetland Wool Week
I-91 Shop Hop
Knit New Haven
Morehouse Farm
Atlantis Tunic Kit
Morehouse Merino Flock Group
Shetland Amenity Trust
Shetland Wool Week
Anne's Shetland Wool Week interviews from 2020
Jamieson and Smith's Wool Week videos from 2020
Shetland Amenity Trust's Wool Week videos from 2020
Shetland Wool Week on Instagram and Facebook.
Song
This episode's song was "Beautiful," by Zac Nelson.
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Aug 2, 2021
Episode 064: I-91 Shop Hop, Part 3
In this episode, Anne finishes up her I-91 Shop Hop yarn crawl with visits to Webs, Hand Knits, and Green Mountain Spinnery. Come along, and mark your calendar for the Hop, August 10 -21, 2021!
Listen through to the end for a couple of surprises!
Links to Things Mentioned in the Episode
I-91 Shop Hop
Webs
Hand Knits
Green Mountain Spinnery
Uradale Yarn -- For tickets to Makkin In Shetland Dialect classes during Virtual Shetland Wool Week, as well as a natural dyeing class and a class for thrummed mittens.
That Knitting Show on YouTube
I didn't mention, but should have, that the Makkin Our Way Through Shetland Tours continue to fill up. There is only one room left for the August Lace Week and four left for May Lace Week. If you are sad you missed out on the Fair Isle Weeks, contact Jolene through tour website and let her know! If there is enough interest, we will add another week of Fair Isle in August!
Sponsors
Be sure to visit Knit New Haven for their o…
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Jul 26, 2021
Episode 063: I-91 Shop Hop, Part 2
In this episode, Anne visits four shops in her early foray along the I-91 Shop Hop. There's a lot of crochet talk this time, as well as some interesting discussion about how the various shops are dealing with coming out of lockdowns.
If you'd like to follow in her footsteps, the actual I-91 Shop Hop takes place August 10 - 21, 2021!
Links to Things Mentioned on the Show
I-91 Shop Hop Group on Facebook
Marji's Yarncrafts
Village Wool
Ewe and You Fiber Arts
Northampton Wools
Support the Show
Please visit the website for links to ways you can support the show!
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Jul 19, 2021
Episode 062: I-91 Shop Hop, Part 1
Come along with Anne on the I-91 Shop Hop a little early, and then join in yourself, August 10 - 21, 2021!
Links to Things Mentioned on the Show
I-91 Shop Hop Facebook Page
Knit New Haven
Yarn Barn
Makkin Our Way Through Shetland Tours
Morehouse Farm
Songs
"I Can't Stand It," by Robert John and the Wreck and "Es Tu," by Nuno Jorge.
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Jul 5, 2021
Episode 061: Kel Bachus of Fiberworld
Episode 061: Kel Bachus of Fiberworld
In this episode, Anne sits down with Kel Bachus, founder of Fiberworld and A Hundred Ravens yarn company. They talk through how each got started, what to expect from the upcoming Fiberworld, and a whole lot more. Enjoy!
Links to Things Mentioned in the Show
A Hundred Ravens
Fiberworld Show
Makkin Our Way Through Shetland Tours
That Knitting Show
Sponsors
Knit New Haven is the perfect start or finish to your I91-Shop Hop in August!
Morehouse Merino Flock group is waiting for you to join their supportive, focused knitting community!
Find other ways to support the show at the Be a Booster page!
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Jun 28, 2021
Episode 060: Shetland Lace
In this episode, Anne does as deep a dive into Shetland lace as is possible in about 35 minutes of air time. Please pick up one or more of the books below to learn more, and visit the organizations listed to support the preservation of Shetland lace knitting in Shetland.
Links to Things Mentioned in the Show
Visit Island Vista's Website to learn more about the Makkin Our Way Through Shetland Trips, including the new dates in May and August of 2022. Registration will begin July 6, so please check back.
The UK's Heritage Crafts Association
Margaret Stuart's patterns on Ravelry
The Shetland Trader
Anne Eunson on Instagram and Ravelry
Kathleen Anderson on Ravelry
Helen Robertson
Sheila Fowlie
Lauren Anderson
Fiberworld
I91 Shop Hop
_Organizations that Study and Teach Shetland Lace_
Shetland Museum and Archives, including the Lace Project
Unst Heritage Centre
Shetland Textile Museum
Shetland Peerie Makkers
Shetland Wool Week
_Books and Materials Used as Reference in this…
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Jun 7, 2021
Episode 059: Regrouping
In this episode, Anne recaps the results of the Hat Not Hate KAL, does a little regrouping with her one-big-project-a-month goal, and invites us all to engage in a little regrouping of our own. Links to Things Mentioned in the Episode
Hat Not Hate (See the FAQ for the mailing address for your hats!)
The Gravel Knits podcast has just started their own KAL for HNH.
Da Crofter’s Kep — 2021 Shetland Wool Week Hat designed by Wilma Malcolmson
The TJ Frog Podcast
The Sweater Bag by Cindy Pilon
Mauch Chunky Yarn
Favorite Blue/White Blanket by Bernat Design Studio
Aria Sweater
Spin Me Around Blanket
Wanderly Socks by Amy Snell
Targhiwin Cowl by Irene Waggener
Loren, by Gudrun Johnston
Makkin Our Way Through Shetland Tours
Island Vista
i91 Shop Hop
Makkin in Shetland Dialect with Uradale Yarns Music
“Do It In Style,” by Frost and “Orange Orange” by Jamie West. Sponsors
Please visit Knit New Haven to learn more about their Spring Shawl Knit Along, complete with a 10…
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May 24, 2021
Episode 058: Dana Blair of Pichinku Fibers
In this episode, Anne sits down with Dana Blair of Pichinku Fibers in the Sacred Valley of Peru. Listen as Dana shares why she started the company, introduces you to her team of dyers, dreams of an impactful future for Pichinku!
Links to Things Mentioned in the Episode
Pichinku Fibers website and Instagram
Threads of Peru
Makkin Our Way Through Shetland: Fair Isle and Lace, two tours to Shetland coming up in August!
Loren, a shawl designed by Gudrun Johnston
Hat Not Hate FAQ for the mailing address to send in your hats when you are done with the KAL.
Post your hats to the I Thought I Knew How Facebook Group or on Instagram using #hatnothate and #ithoughtiknewhow
Top 24 Morehouse Tops to Cover Young and Old
Sponsors
Knit New Haven has started a new shawl knit along. Find out more and get the discount code in their blog.
The Morehouse Merino Flock Group gives you 30 days of support as you knit any of the beautiful projects available on the site at a fee lower than most 3-ho…
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May 10, 2021
Episode 057: Tripping
In this episode, Anne kicks off season 5 with a quick recounting of the Online International Fiber Festival and the Virtual Masters Day before announcing the debut of Makkin Our Way Through Shetland. Listen ASAP to get all the details!
Links to Things Mentioned in the Podcast
Review the podcast on Apple Podcasts, or wherever you download the show.
The Online International Fiber Festival
Would Knit Be Fun? podcast with Amy Snell, the Devious Knitter
Keepers of the Sheep: Knitting in Morocco's High Atlas and Beyond by Irene Waggener, Muah Ahansali, Hussein Mardi, Muah n'Ait Tabatoot, and Noura Eddelymy
Hat Not Hate
Post photos of the hats you will be donating to charity using #hatnothate AND #Ithoughtiknewhow on Instagram, or post photos to the Facebook or MeWe groups.
Entries for the knit along are due by May 31, 2021. Listen for more details about qualifying for a prize.
Visit Knit New Haven online or in the store for free blue yarn to knit into a hat for Hat Not Hate while su…
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Mar 29, 2021
Episode 56: Shira Blumenthal of #HatNotHate
In this episode, Anne has an interview with Shira Blumenthal of #HatNotHate and Lion Brand Yarn, as well as information on the upcoming festival, our next knit along, and a few other loose ends as we reach the end of season 4! Links to Things Mentioned in the Episode
Helen Robertson’s website for Mindful Maakin classes and more.
Shetland Arts occasionally sponsors Mindful Maakin Classes as well. Follow them on Instagram or Facebook to stay up-to-date on what they are offering.
Westfjords Wanderer, by Stephen West. (Ravelry link)
Old Shale vs. Feather and Fan
The Online International Fiber Festival is coming up again on May 1 – 8, 2021.
Keepers of the Sheep: Knitting in Morocco’s High Atlas and Beyond, by Irene Waggener.
Join my mailing list to learn about the special live event with Irene coming up on May 8!
Visit LionBrand.com and have a look at their natural fiber yarns!
Learn more about #HatNotHate, including where to send your finished hats!
Find the Shi Show on Fac…
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Mar 15, 2021
Episode 55: Knife Wounds
In this episode, Anne talks about her self-inflicted finger injury, fangirls a bit about Stephen West patterns, and more. Links to Things Mentioned in the Episode
Please leave a review and kind comments at Apple Podcasts to help people find the show!
Support the show directly on Patreon
Fantastitch by Stephen West
Webs
The window-mounted bird feeder I mentioned
The group on WorldWalking.org (or download the app and search for “I Thought I Knew How.”
Westfjords Wanderer by Stephen West
Silos by The Fiber Seed
Join us on our WoolWideAdventures!
Lyon Brand’s Quick Knit Loom Kit
Shetland Wool Week
#HatNotHate
Online International Fiber Festival (May 1 – 8!) Music
“Reasons” and “Can U Hear Me Now,” by Kyle Rhodius. Sponsors
The audio for patrons is ad free, but please remember to pop over to Knit New Haven for your online yarn shopping needs! And don’t forget to check out the Morehouse Merino Flock Group!
Also, if you order from Agagio Teas using this lin…
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Mar 1, 2021
Episode 054: Frankenshawl
Learn about the WoolWide Adventures coming on March 5, the Online International Fiber Festival coming on May 1, and Anne's adventure with the Fantastitch.
Links to Things Mentioned in the Episode
Join us on a WoolWide Adventure! I’m cohosting the event with Erin Pirro, Amy Snell, and Irene Waggener! We are all providing prizes, as well as Brown Sheep Co, who has provided 4 hanks of their Synchrony Yarn, and Kollage Square, who has provided two kits of their square DPNs! Visit the website every Friday morning for the latest Adventure and Mini Treks, or get signed up for the mailing list while you’re there to have them mailed to your inbox, or look for the posts on @woolwideadventures on Instagram. When you’re ready, post your progress to your instagram account using the #woolwideadventures hashtag. If you post by the following Thursday at midnight Pacific Time, you’ll be entered for a weekly prize. There are two grand prizes, too! Listen to the episode for more details!
Th…
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Feb 15, 2021
Episode 053: Amy Snell
Episode 053: Amy Snell, The Devious Knitter
Anne sits down with Amy Snell, the Devious Knitter, about how she became a knitting teacher, as well as what the transition to online teaching has been like. They also talk about the growth of the knitting community online and a new experience coming up in March called WoolWide Adventures.
Links to Things Mentioned in the Episode
Leave a 5-star review and kind comment on Apple Podcasts or wherever you subscribe to the podcast to help others find the show.
Register for the upcoming live stream to launch the WoolWide Adventures event that will take us through March and April, just in time to start the Online International Fiber Festival coming on May 1.
Find 30-second Interviews with members of the knitting community in Anne’s Instagram Reels!
Learn about Amy Snell’s classes, designs, and podcast on her website!
Subscribe to her YouTube channel to see her monthly podcast, Would Knit Be Fun? Also, find her tutorials there, including h…
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Feb 1, 2021
Episode 052: A Walk
In a search for something a little different in this ever-lasting lockdown world, Anne takes you for a bit of a walk to chat about knitting things and more. Links to Things Mentioned in the Episode
Support the podcast by becoming a patron.
The new home of the Morehouse Merino Flock.
Find the 30-Second Interviews in my Instagram Reels. Sponsors
Many thanks to my patrons, Knit New Haven, and Morehouse Farm for their on-going support of the podcast. Please visit their websites to learn more and support their endeavors! Music
The songs in this episode are “Absolutely Emily,” by Benjamin Bostick, and “Something New,” by Tom Goldstein.
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Jan 18, 2021
Episode 051: I Felt. Bookish.
Anne talks about her experiences makkin mindfully and felting a Cindy Pilon pattern knit with Mauch Chunky before offering a slew of book reviews for those looking for a way to spend their holiday gift cards. Links to Things Mentioned in the Podcast
Please rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts, or wherever you download episodes of the show.
Want to help produce the show? Visit the Patreon page to learn more!
Mindful Makkin
Mauch Chunky from Kraemer Yarns
A washboard may help you achieve more even felting.
Cindy Pilon’s patterns on Ravelry
Get on the Morehouse Farm mailing list to learn about the new home for the flock!
Alice Starmore’s Aran Knitting
Alice Starmore’s Book of Fair Isle Knitting
Alice Starmore’s Charts for Color Knitting
Mittens from Around Norway
Knit Like a Latvian
Traditional Knitting Patterns
The I Thought I Knew How Facebook Group and the group on MeWe. Post your finished Tansies in one of those groups by January 31, 2021 to be entered t…
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Jan 4, 2021
Episode 050: New Year, new goals (or not)
Anne starts the year with a book review of Keepers of the Sheep, some suggested crafting goals for 2021, as well as a list of her own. Grab your knitting! Links to Things Mentioned in the Episode
Please leave a review and kind comments at Apple Podcasts to help people find the show!
Support the show directly on Patreon
Master Hand Knitting Program
Anne’s super-basic To-Do list template. Upload it into Canva and add your own list of daily to-dos before printing and using it yourself!
Shawls, Wraps, and Scarves, by Louisa Harding
Keepers of the Sheep: Knitting in Morocco’s High Atlas and Beyond, by Irene Waggener et al.
Contact Chris Dyer through Instagram to arrange for virtual tours of the croft or island of Bressay.
The Tansie KAL is happening in the Morehouse Merino Flock Group. A giveaway is being offered for those who complete the shawl by January 31, 2021 in the I Thought I Knew How group, where you will also find the dates for listener knit alongs. Sponsors
Knit New…
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Dec 16, 2020
Bonus Episode: Barbara Gray of the Shetland Textile Museum
Did you miss the video interview with Barbara Gray of the Shetland Textile Museum? Watch it on the Jamieson and Smith YouTube channel, or listen to the audio in this special bonus episode. Links to Things Mentioned in the Episode
Shawls, Wraps, and Scarves by Louisa Harding
Morehouse Farm Yarn
Learn more about what you’ll need for the Tansie KAL starting January 1 by watching the Facebook Live with Anne and Erin
Follow I Thought I Knew How on Instagram for the upcoming Yarn Stash Destash starting December 26.
The Shetland Textile Museum is available on Facebook and Instagram. Also, check out their current competition that has been carried forward to 2021!
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Dec 14, 2020
Episode 049: The Holiday Episode
Take a break and listen to some holiday memories from Anne and your fellow listeners. Links to Things Mentioned in the Episode
Support the show by becoming a patron on Patreon.
Leave a 5-star review and kind comment on Apple Podcasts to help others find the show
Jana’s interview with Shana about Hanukkah on the Purl Together YouTube Channel
Find Shana on Facebook and Ravelry
Mary Maxim’s Christmas Tree Pullover
Spring Harvest Farm
Find Shelly on Instagram and Ravelry
Kelly Vaughn’s Document Geek Blog
Christmas and the Love of Documentation
KnitSwag on Etsy and on Instagram
Find Monika on Instagram
The Light the World calendar with ideas for daily service. Support the Show
Please visit the Be a Booster page for ways to support the show! Music from the Episode
“Candle,” by Roberto Diana
“Silent Night,” by Robbie Cavanaugh
“It’s Christmastime Again,” by Nicholas Rowe
“Lucky Day,” by Zach Nelson
“Thankful,” by Bitmusic Pro
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Dec 7, 2020
Episode 048: Terri Laura
Anne reviews some yarn from Faithmead Yarns, catches you up on lots of things, has another giveaway, ushers in the return of songs to the podcasts, and wraps it all up with the audio from her interview with Terri Laura. If you’d like to send in a holiday story for the next episode, please email those to anne@familypodcasts.com by December 11, 2020! Links to Things Mentioned in this Episode
Many thanks to the show Patrons!
Please review the show on Apple Podcasts, or through whatever app you use to download it. It helps others find the show!
Shawls, Wraps, and Scarves is the book you’ll need for our first listener KAL of 2021. We’ll be kicking the year off with Tansie! More details to come in the next episode!
I am knitting mine in Morehouse Merino 2-ply sport in Blackberry with Brown Iris size 6/0 beads.
Faithmead Yarns
1.0 crochet hook (easier than a .6 when trying to bead using size 6/0 beads)
Shetland Wool Adventures Journal
TJ Frog Podcast
TJ Frog’s Notecards and C…
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Nov 30, 2020
Episode 047: Chris Dyer of Garths Croft Bressay
Anne sits down with Chris Dyer of Garths Croft Bressay to talk about the archeology and history of Shetland, as well as his experience moving into sustainable crofting. Links to Things Mentioned in the Episode
Chris Dyer at Garths Croft Bressay on Instagram. Visit his Instagram account to purchase gift cards and tote bags that spotlight Chris’s flock of Shetland Sheep.
Thank you to Jamieson and Smith for providing recording space for the interview. If you would prefer to watch the interview with Chris Dyer, find it on their YouTube channel.
A quick introduction to some of the archaeological sites on Shetland from Shetland.org.
And more information about the aims of the Shetland Amenity Trust in preserving the archaeological sites of Shetland.
Information about the Shetland breed.
The poster of the different markings in Shetland Sheep. Sponsors
Thank you to my patrons, Knit New Haven, and Morehouse Farm for sponsoring the podcast. You can also become a sponsor, or learn more ab…
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Nov 23, 2020
Episode 046: Janette Budge
In this episode, Anne has another giveaway, a report on the latest Online International Fiber Festival, and an interview with knitwear designer and teacher Janette Budge. Links to Things Mentioned in the Podcast
Visit Patreon to support the show.
Leave a review on iTunes.
The Online International Fiber Festival is still there if you missed it!
Since I recorded, Audible has started hosting podcasts. Find it in the Audible app by searching for I Thought I Knew How.
You have to listen to the episode to learn how to enter for the giveaway of one more copy of the Shetland Wool Adventures Journal. (Only open to US listeners this time!)
Shawls, Wraps, and Scarves by Louisa Harding. The source of the KAL patterns for Evanthe and Tansie.
Janette Budge’s website, Facebook, Instagram, and Ravelry pages. (Sign up for her mailing list on her website to find out when her classes go live!)
Watch this interview on YouTube
My first interview with Janette Budge in 2019.
Janette was hosted in…
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Nov 2, 2020
Episode 045: Ella Gordon
Anne sits down with knitwear designer and former Shetland Wool Week patron, Ella Gordon. Ella works at Jamieson and Smith and has an impressive and important collection of vintage Fair Isle knitwear. Listen for more! Links to Things Mentioned in the Episode
Become a patron of the podcast at Patreon.com
Leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts.
Join the I Thought I Knew How Facebook group
Shetland Wool Adventures Journal
Manos Del Uruguay Allegria Grande
Drops of Spring Mitts
Enter the Manos Del Uruguay Giveaway by November 4, 2020.
Visit the I Thought I Knew How Instagram feed to enter the Julz Makes Stitchmarker Advent giveaway by November 7, 2020.
Prepare for the Online International Fiber Festival!
Follow the OIFF on Instagram, Facebook, and Ravelry.
Jamieson and Smith
Watch the interview on the Jamieson and Smith YouTube Channel.
Ella Gordon Designs on Facebook, Instagram, and Ravelry. Also visit her website for her blog! Sponsors
The show is kindly sponsored by Knit…
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Oct 26, 2020
Episode 044: Viveka Velupillai of Uradale Yarns
Anne sits down with Viveka Velupillai of Uradale Yarns to talk about her study of the Shetland dialect as well as the organically grown and processed Uradale Yarns. Links to Things Mentioned in the Episode
Support the show by becoming a sponsor at Patreon
Manos del Uruguay yarns from Fairmount Fibers
Alegria Grande from Manos del Uruguay
Drops of Spring Mitts pattern
Enter to win three mini skeins of Manos Del Uruguay at the I Thought I Knew How Instagram account. Enter by November 4, 2020!
Find the Halloween/October Knit Along in the I Thought I Knew How Facebook Group
Langanloumous hand-spun yarn
Poppy’s Pompom
Black Spider Shawl from Morehouse Farm
Enter to win one of 5 copies of the Shetland Wool Adventures Journal
Tell your friends about the upcoming Online International Fiber Festival, and find the shopping lists for the festival here, too! The festival is coming up, November 9 – 16, 2020!
WIKITONGUES: Christine Speaking Shetlandic
Dialect: Shetland Life
Thelma…
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Oct 20, 2020
Episode 043: Misa Hay of Shetland Wool Adventures
Welcome to season 4! To kick things off, Anne sat down with Misa Hay of Shetland Wool Adventures to talk to her about her tour company and her new journal that aims to give everyone a taste of what makes Shetland such a special place. Have a listen to learn how to win one of 5 copies of the Journal, kindly supplies by Misa to listeners of the podcast! Links to Things Mentioned in the Show
Information about the Halloween/October Knit-Along
Leave a review on Apple Podcasts to help others find the show
Support the show directly on Patreon
The I Thought I Knew How Facebook Group
Watch my interviews from Virtual Shetland Wool Week on the Jamieson and Smith YouTube Channel
Subscribe to the Shetland Amenity Trust YouTube account to find the “official” videos for Virtual Shetland Wool Week
MRI Maakers website for patterns and finished objects
The Online International Fiber Festival is coming November 9 – 16, 2020
Craftsy.com
Misa Hay of Shetland Wool Adventures
Order your copy…
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Sep 7, 2020
Episode 042: Support
In this last episode of the season, Anne focuses on supportive things: sponsors, patrons, stitch markers, and reviews. Links to Things Mentioned in This Episode
Support the show directly on Patreon. Patrons will receive daily videos while Anne is on her trip to Scotland!
Rate the show on iTunes or wherever you listen.
Dates for online knit times for the rest of the year.
Join the I Thought I Knew How Facebook Group to be part of the Halloween Knit Along.
Morehouse Farm’s Knit Kits
Black Spider Shawl Knit Kit
Julie Grimmett’s pumpkin pattern in knit and crochet.
Across the Pond Designs is offering 40% off her spider and owl themed patterns with coupon code ITIKH40.
The Velvet Acorn is offering 20% off all her patterns with the code Fall20.
Langanlumous and Poppy’s Pompom are both offering prizes so far, and a post with all the prizes will be available in the Facebook group before October 1.
Stephen West’s Painting Bricks Shawl
Jamieson and Smith 2-Ply Jumper Weight…
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Aug 24, 2020
Episode o41: Jana Knits of Purl Together
Anne interviews Jana Knits from the Purl Together podcast, offers an update on the next knit along, and shares a few more odds and ends. Links to Things Mentioned on the Show
Support the show on Patreon
Help the show to grow by reviewing it on iTunes or where ever you listen to the show!
Great Northern Yarn Haul
Scratch Supply Co.
The Elegant Ewe
Lark’s Alvina KAL
Shawls, Wraps, and Scarves, by Louisa Harding
Morehouse Farm
The Morehouse Merino Flock
I Thought I Knew How Facebook Group
Online International Fiber Festival — The last one is still available! Be sure to check it out, because it may come down soon to make way for the new one!
Purl Together group on Facebook
Purl Together Instagram
Purl Together YouTube Channel
Purl Together Ravelry Group
Purl Together Patreon
TerriSpins
FiberTrends Felted Clogs
Ambah O’Brien’s Lovella Shawl
The Halloween Knit Along is in the planning stages. Listen to the next episode for more details! Support the Show
Wool& has…
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Aug 10, 2020
Episode 040: Yarn Haulin'
Anne shares her experience on the Great Northern Yarn Haul, talks a bit about what’s on her needles, shares what it’s been like to wear the same wool dress every day for a month, and comments on a few more tidbits. Links to Things Mentioned in This Episode
Thank you to my patrons!
Please consider leaving a positive review on iTunes to help others find it!
Lark’s Alvina Shawl
Shawls, Wraps, and Scarves, by Louisa Harding
Morehouse Farm Lace in Monet’s Garden.
Shetland Wool Week
MRI Maakers
Jamieson and Smith 2-ply jumper weight
The Art of Fair Isle Knitting, by Ann Feitelson
Great Northern Yarn Haul
Spinning Yarns in Dover, NH
The Yarn Sellar in York, ME
Olive Oyl Sweater, by Fable Knitwear
KnitWit in Portland, ME
Cloverworks Farm in Irasburg, VT
Vermont Fiber Mill and Studio in Brandon, VT
Scratch Supply Co. in Lebanon, NH
Yarn & Yoga in Bristol, VT
The Beekeeper’s Quilt by tiny owl knits
Two Sisters Mill and Mercantile in Jeffersonville, VT
The Northeast…
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Jul 27, 2020
Episode 039: Erin Pirro of Morehouse Farm
Anne sits down with Erin Pirro of Morehouse Farm to talk about sheep farming, Morehouse Farm Merino, the upcoming Lark’s Alvina knit along, and more! Links to Things Mentioned in the Show
Support the show on Patreon, or visit the Be a Booster page for other options.
Morehouse Merino Flock Facebook Group
I Thought I Knew How Facebook Group
Shawls, Wraps, and Scarves by Louisa Harding is the book with the pattern for the Lark’s Alvina knit along. You will need 2 ounces of Morehouse Merino Lace to knit the shawl as written, three ounces if you’d like to expand it.
Master Hand Knitter Program
Morehouse Farm
Sepe Farm
Rhinebeck Sheep and Wool
Romney and Texel breed sheep
4-H
FFA (Future Farmers of America)
CraftNewYork, where Erin helped sell Morehouse Yarn and did sheering demonstrations in the heart of NYC.
Dutchess County Sheep and Wool Growers Association
Patty Lyons’ classes
The Lark’s Alvina project page on Ravelry.
The Evanthe project page on Ravelry.
The…
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Jul 20, 2020
Episode 038: Karen Riehl of Poppy's Pompom
Anne interviews Karen Riehl about the upcycled fur pompoms, samoyed yarn, and possum yarn available from Poppy’s Pompom.
Links to Things Mentioned in This Episode
Find all the ways to help the show on the Be a Booster page.
Follow I Thought I Knew How on Pinterest, and feel free to tell Anne how she can make the podcast Pinterest account more helpful for you.
The Online International Fiber Festival account on Instagram.
Follow the Morehouse Merino Flock and I Thought I Knew How Facebook Groups for the KAL starting July 31, 2020!
Shawls, Wraps, and Scarves by Louisa Harding.
The Lark’s Alvina Shawl.
Morehouse Farm Merino Lace. (You’ll need 2 oz to knit the Lark’s Alvina as written). Also, check the Variegated Lace and Larger Lace Skeins links.
Monet’s Garden colorway
Willow colorway
Poppy’s Pompom (Have Samoyed yarn to contribute? Contact Karen through her website!)
Poppy’s Pompom on Instagram and Facebook and YouTube.
The video of Poppy and Stubbs on YouTube.…
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Jul 13, 2020
Episode 037: Awesome Possum!
In this episode, Anne hints at things to come, shares a bit of news about the upcoming knit along with Morehouse Farm and the next Online International Fiber Festival, and takes you on a deep dive into the world of possum fiber! Links to Things Mentioned in the Show
Support the show by becoming a patron on Patreon.
Leave a 5-star review and kind comments on iTunes to help others find the show.
The interview with Karen Riehl of Poppy’s PomPom is coming in the next episode.
Follow the show on Pinterest and help Anne figure it out!
The next Online International Fiber Festival is in the works. It will run November 9 – 16, 2020. Follow the festival on Facebook and Instagram for more information.
NZGK Possum Fibre
New Zealand’s Department of Conservation website about possums. (Possum fiber and yarn available in their store.)
About Possum Fiber. (A source for possum fiber clothing.)
What is 1080, and why do people oppose it?
Zealana produces several different types of possum-…
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Jun 29, 2020
Episode 036: Wonderful Wool
In this episode, Anne gets into the knitty-gritty of why wool is such a wonderful fiber. Yes, even in summer!
Links to Things Mentioned in the Episode
Visit the Be a Booster page for links to the Patreon, Ko-Fi, and sponsor links!
Or, please rate the show on iTunes, or use the rating system within the podcasting app you use.
Katie’s Kep, by Wilma Malcolmson.
Morehouse Yarn kits for the Katie’s Kep.
Crofthoose Hat, by Ella Gordon.
Shwook Hat, by Hazel Tindall.
Museum of Ceramics in East Liverpool, Ohio.
Wool 101 lecture on YouTube, presented by Roy Kettlewell.
Terri Laura, Julie Dennison, and their wonderful art collaboration on the amazing benefits of wool.
Brown Sheep Nature Spun Worsted. (Use coupon code ITIKH2020 for free shipping!)
Basic Norwegian Star Hat.
The Ravelry page for my Ma’s recreated shawl, along with basic instructions.
Susan Bates Finishing Needles. (I thought they were $3, but it’s about $7.)
Visit YarnPond.com to find opportunities to test kni…
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Jun 15, 2020
Episode 035: Recommendy
In this episode, Anne recommends some BluPrint classes for those who are trying to cram in as many as they can before the service disappears, as well as some knitting books she has found helpful for the Master Hand Knitter Program. More progress on the program, the Morehouse Virtual Farm Day, and more! Links to Things Mentioned on the Episode
BluPrint is no longer accepting memberships, but all the classes mentioned in the show can still (at the moment this episode launches) be found by searching for the title of the class if you already have a membership.
Hansel Shawl by Gudrun Johnston.
Morehouse Farm. Get on their mailing list, if you haven’t already, to be part of the next Virtual Farm Tour!
Master Hand Knitter program.
Arenda Holladay’s THREE videos about lifted increases: first, second, and third.
The Principles of Knitting, by June Hemmons Hiatt
Reader’s Digest Knitter’s Handbook, by Montse Stanley
Knitting in Plain English, by Maggie Righetti
The Jamieson and S…
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Jun 1, 2020
Episode 034: Swatches Were Knit
In this episode, Anne finishes her review of Manos del Uruguay Alpaca Heather, theorizes about the closing of BluPrint, and shares some actual progress made on the Master Hand Knitter Program. Links to Things Mentioned in the Episode
Manos del Uruguay Alpaca Heather
Fairmount Fibers
Racha Shawlette Pattern
German Short Rows
Online International Fiber Festival is returning November 9-16, 2020!
BluPrint was mentioned, but is no longer taking memberships or orders.
XRX announcement about the trade show in 2021.
Vogue Knitting’s new editor, Norah Gaughan.
Master Hand Knitter Program
Morehouse Open Farm Day is June 6
VanessaKnit’s Calvin Sweater pattern and kit.
I Thought I Knew How Facebook group for information about the online knit togethers on the first Tuesday of the month.
Patrons at the Ribbing and higher levels are invited to two additional knit togethers per month. Sponsor
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May 18, 2020
Episode 033: Aftermath
Anne recaps the Online International Fiber Festival, shakes up the online knit togethers, reviews some patterns, and more! Links to Things Mentioned in this Episode
Support the show directly on Patreon or Ko-fi!
The I Thought I Knew How Facebook Group, where you can find the link to the online knit togethers. Or, email Anne directly for the link at anne @ family podcasts . com (remove all spaces)
Terri Spin’s class information
Terri Laura’s class information
Cold Pale Moon pattern
Jamieson’s of Shetland Soft Shetland is now their Heather Aran.
Pingouin’s Shetland et Lin.
US10.75 needles by Chiagoo
US10.875 needles by Chiagoo
Purl Together tutorials for Cold Pale Moon.
The Online International Fiber Festival is still up and available for late comers! Find the classes, vendors, recipes and events mentioned in the podcast in the Daily Itineraries.
The OIFF Ravelry Group
Fairmount Fibers
Manos Del Uruguay’s Alpaca Heather
Racha Shawlette pattern
Morehouse Farm Mus…
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Apr 27, 2020
Episode 032: Online International Fiber Festival
Anne gives one last push for the Wind it Up! knit along before announcing the Online International Fiber Festival, running May 1-8, 2020! Links to Things Mentioned in the Show
The Wind it Up! knit along is in it’s final days. Have you posted a photo of your finished or unraveled knitting layaway yet?
Katie’s Kep, by Wilma Malcomson
Sea Pinks Handwarmers, by Merrily by Design
Cold Pale Moon Shawl, by Helen Kennedy
Purl Together/Jana Knits on YouTube
Ewe and You Fiber Arts for Life, my local yarn store! The Online International Fiber Festival
The Online International Fiber Festival will run May 1-8, 2020. Join in as we visit the USA, Canada, Iceland, Ireland, Wales, Shetland, Finland, Australia and New Zealand. Each day will begin at the Daily Itinerary page where you will learn about the day’s activities. First, you will have the choice of one of three recommended classes offered by MyBluPrint.com that somehow relates to the region we are visiting. (Or, choose your own cl…
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Apr 13, 2020
Episode 031: We've Got Roads to Pave
In this episode, Anne reviews a few online learning options and gives a progress report on her Master Hand Knitter program and the Wind it Up! knit along. Links to Things Mentioned in this Episode
Master Hand Knitting Program
KnitStars
BluPrint
Terri Spins online spinning lessons (Scroll to the post)
Anne’s finished objects on Ravelry
Wind it Up! knit along post in Facebook
Why you can be brave about color with Katie’s Kep
Katie’s Kep
Shetland Handspun’s yarn kit for Katie’s Kep
Morehouse Open Farm Day information
Knit New Haven
Ewe and You, my local yarn store!
Save the Local Yarn Shop Facebook Group Sponsors
Dropps is your source for environmentally friendly, inexpensive, effective detergent delivered to your door. Use my link and you’ll get a discount on your first order and help support the show at no cost to you! Music
Both songs in this episode are by Mae E. Klingler. First was “Minefield,” followed by “Dragons.”
Remember that all the songs fr…
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Mar 30, 2020
Episode 030: Wind it up!
Time to wind up some of our knitting layaway! In this episode, Anne announces a new knit along designed to help us finish off some of our languishing projects, with prizes on offer from Merrily by Design, Ashcroft Makers, Prairie Bag Works, Knitter’s Pride, and Kraemer Yarns as extra motivation! Links to Things Mentioned in the Episode
This link will take you to the Tuesday evening knit together. It runs from 3pm to 8pm eastern time while self isolation orders continue. Come join in!
The Manly Art of Knitting, by Dave Fougner
The I Thought I Knew How Facebook Group — visit for the Yarn Stash Destash posts, as well as information about the Wind it Up! knit along starting April 1, 2020.
Prizes for Wind it Up! are from Merrily by Design, Ashcroft Makers, Prairie Bag Works, Knitter’s Pride, and Kraemer Yarns!
Fetlar Scarf
Iron Maiden Shawl
Burberry Inspired Cowl
KnitSonik Stranded Colourwork Sourcebook
Chatham
Mason Dixon Knitting on Knit Stars (Available as part of season…
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Mar 16, 2020
Episode 029: We Will
Anne is back early from her season break to talk about what’s on her needles, what’s coming, and what’s up. Welcome to season three! Links to Things Mentioned on the Podcast
All the ways to support the show can be found here.
Dip Dyeing Yarn in Wilton’s Violet Food Coloring.
Dyeing Yarn with Food Coloring on the Stove.
Frozen Skies Shawl Pattern
Manos Del Uruguay Fino
Manos Del Uruguay Cabrito
Akerworks Spindle Systems.
Grown-Together Mittens.
Morehouse Merino Flock Facebook Group.
Webs.
Stitch Sampler Shawl Pattern.
Morehouse Open Farm Day–watch their blog!
Knit New Haven.
Wonderwool Wales.
Day one of the Yarn Stash Destash can be found on Instagram, Facebook, and Ravelry! Sponsors
Many thanks to Ashcroft Makers for sponsoring the show. Their new sock knitting machine is amazing. Have a look for yourself!
Also be sure to check out her growing number of yarn colors! Patrons, be sure to hop over to the Patreon feed for your 10% off coupon code before you make…
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Mar 2, 2020
Episode 028: The And
An encounter with Tunisian crochet and the memory of a stranger in a restaurant in Barcelona put Anne in a reflective mood. Things Mentioned in the Episode
Tunisian Crochet Basics from the Purl Soho website.
Ewe and You Fiber Arts for Life
Harriet’s Cowl
Stitches United, where Anne will be running three rounds of knitting trivial on March 28, 2020, to benefit the Shetland MRI Scanner Appeal. Swing by the Morehouse Farm booth at 10, 1, and 3 to play for a $5 or higher donation to the cause and you could win a gift certificate to morehousefarm.com!
MRI Maakers
Wonderwool Wales — Are you going? Let’s meet up!
The nurse in search of knitted coverings for baby IVs is NO LONGER IN NEED OF THEM. I am linking to the original post so you can see her directions for making them, though. Please look for a hospital that is local to you to accept them! Music
“You and I Can Do Anything,” by Yoo Soo Kim.
“All in Our Hands,” by Justin Busch.
Remember, members of Amazon Unlimi…
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Feb 17, 2020
Episode 027: Theresa Drouin-Guerette
Anne sits down with Theresa Drouin-Guerette, a.k.a Terri Spins. Terri uses her spinning skills as a living history interpreter, teaches spinning across the United States, and writes for Ply, Spin-off, and The Wheel. Listen in as they talk about Terri's journey, breed-specific fiber, and more!
Please visit the show notes for links and photos related to the episode, and check out our Be a Booster page to learn how you can support the show!
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Feb 3, 2020
Episode 026: Shave 'em to Save 'em
Anne reviews Vogue Knitting Live and Sandnes Garn yarn before sharing her newest obsession, the Shave 'em to Save 'em initiative by the Livestock Conservancy. Then, the time has come to wrap up the Maakin for the MRI knit along. A few songs, a few announcements. Have a listen!
Ways to support the show:
1. Please consider leaving a 5-star review and kind comments where you listen to the podcast.
2. Patronize one of our sponsors:
Ashcroft Makers
Dropps Detergent
3. Consider becoming a direct patron.
4. Tell your friends about the show!
Thank you for listening!
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Jan 20, 2020
Episode 025: Vogue Knitting Live
Anne takes you along to Vogue Knitting Live, 2020! Come along to hear some of the voices of vendors and attendees and get a sense of the show. Is it in the cards for next year? Maybe this episode will help you decide!
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Jan 6, 2020
Episode 024: Maakin for the MRI
Anne shares the results of her Yarn Stash Destash 2019 and some things on her needles along with a review of Ashcroft Makers yarn, gives an update on her podcast listening project, goes through the prizes available to people involved in the Maakin for the MRI KAL, music and more!
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Dec 23, 2019
Episode 023: All Sorts
In this episode, Anne shares some additional details about the upcoming Maakin for the MRI knit along, upcoming appearances, a yarn review of Brown Sheep's Stratosphere, and mail angst.
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Dec 9, 2019
Episode 022: Resolve
Anne lays out her plan forward with her Master Hand Knitter Program. She reviews the Knitter's Pride SmartStix Interchangeable Needles, announces the winner of the Dorset Button kit from TJFrog, thanks her very first four patrons, gives details on the Maakin for the MRI knit along and a whole lot more. Listen for details, as well as a coupon code for 10% off your entire order from Needlepoint Joint when you add a kit for a Harriet's Hat to your order.
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Nov 25, 2019
Episode 021: Christel Seyfarth and Loch Ness Knit Fest
Anne finishes her trip to Loch Ness Knit Fest and shares an interview with Christel Seyfarth, Danish designer and host of Fanø International Knit Festival. She also shares information on a knit-along starting January 1, 2020, that she will be co-hosting with Jana of the Purl Together video podcast.
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Nov 18, 2019
Episode 020: Tania Ashton Jones and Loch Ness Knit Fest
In this episode, Anne got to talk to Tania Ashton Jones, also known as TJ Frog, about Dorset Buttons, a beautiful way to embellish your knits and more. Anne talks about traveling the Highlands, the classes she took at Loch Ness Knit Fest, a new certificate program from the Knitting Guild Association, and more. There is also a giveaway in this episode, so be sure to listen to the entire episode to hear how to enter!
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Nov 11, 2019
Episode 019: Hazel Tindall
In this episode, Anne sits down to talk to Hazel Tindall ahead of Loch Ness Knit Fest. Hazel shares her experiences knitting as a teenager on Shetland when home production of knitwear was still a major industry. They also talk about the festival, Hazel offers advice to new knitters, and they hit on much more.
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Nov 4, 2019
Episode 018: Shetland Wool Week, Part 2
In this episode, Anne shares her experience with the classes at Shetland Wool Week 2019. Also, in honor of Wovember, she shares a few sheep-themed songs. And, finally, she gives a heads up for a UFO-finishing knit-along coming in January, 2020.
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Oct 27, 2019
Episode 017: Shetland Wool Week, Part I
In this episode, Anne shares the experience of being part of Shetland Wool Week, including the sense of community and the evening events.
Next week, she will share her experience in the classes she attended, so stay tuned for that.
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Oct 22, 2019
Episode 016: Janette Budge
In this episode, Janette Budge sat down with Anne to talk about Fair Isle knitting on Shetland in the past and present, with special attention paid to the Shetland Peerie Makkers, a group dedicated to teaching knitting to school children using the old methods.
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Oct 14, 2019
Episode 015: Harriet Middleton
Harriet Middleton, designer of the Harriet's Hat (and headband, fingerless gloves, gloves, mittens, and cowl!), sits down to talk to Anne about her knitting life before her fundraising for the Shetland MRI Scanner Appeal began, how the MRI Maakers started, the momentum behind her patterns, and the unintended good that has resulted from them.
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Sep 9, 2019
Episode 014: The One During the Break
Anne checks in for a bit mid-hiatus to review Heat Wave, Alize EZ Wool, and the Sea Pinks hat pattern, as well as sharing what she's learned about Fair Isle knitting over the last month. Plus, she talks about her upcoming trip to Knitter's College (aka, Shetland Wool Week) and her invitation to speak at Loch Ness Knit Fest. If you see her at either, say hi!
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Jul 29, 2019
Episode 013: The One Before the Break
Anne wraps up her time in New York, reviews Brown Sheep Cotton Fleece, and ties up a few loose ends before heading on hiatus. Listen for details about that and a giveaway!
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Jul 16, 2019
Episode 012: Knit Out New York
In this episode, Anne shares the mixed bag that is the Master Hand Knitter questions, talks about knitting in New York, reviews Knitter's Pride Karbonz circular needles, announces a giveaway for all listeners no matter where they live, and more!
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Jul 2, 2019
Episode 011: Hoppin' for Yarn
Anne has made some progress with the Master Hand Knitter Program, took part in the I-91 Shop Hop, reviews Tatamy DK by Kraemer Yarns and the Spring Treasure Bag pattern from their Festival Wear collection, shares more about Harriet's Hat and Headband, and provides you some music to knit by.
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Jun 17, 2019
Episode 010: A Hodgepodge of Yarn
In this episode, Anne still needs to catch up on her Master Hand Knitting work. She shares a few podcasts that also relate to the MHK Program and talks about the effect of a stash-gone-awry. Plus, there's more about Harriet's Hat, a giveaway of some summery yarn, and music from The Suitcase Junket!
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Jun 4, 2019
Episode 009: Catching Up and Keeping Up
009: Catching Up and Keeping Up
Released June 4, 2019
In this episode, Anne needs to catch up on her Master Hand Knitting work and uses podcasts to help her catch up with the online knitting community.
Winner-winner!
Congratulations to Sparky136 from Ravelry for winning the Episode 8 giveaway! She won by sharing some advice for new knitters.
A Good Project to Test the MHK Waters
Alex's Blanket is a simple baby blanket pattern that incorporates several of the stitch patterns and skills you need to demonstrate mastery of for the Master Hand Knitter Program. If you have been thinking about going through the program yourself, cast on for this project and give it your all! Pay close attention to your tension, research ways to improve, and get a sense for whether you'd enjoy the program.
If being hyper-aware of your knitting makes you feel anxious, maybe it's not the time. But if you enjoy the challenge and insight that comes from this "test," you should think about joining up!…
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May 21, 2019
008: Seed Stitch Success
008: Seed Stitch Success
Released May 21, 2019
In this episode, Anne shares her experience signing up for Shetland Wool Week 2019, how she finally nailed her seed stitch, the winner of the episode 7 giveaway and more!
Winner-winner!
Congratulations to KnittyMoomin from Instagram for winning the Episode 7 giveaway. Please check your Instagram messages!
Shetland Wool Week Sign-ups!
Anne was up at 4:30 am on May 18th, and was able to get a class in every time slot she was hoping for when the Shetland Wool Week class registration went live at 5 am. Most of her classes relate to Fair Isle techniques, but she will also be taking classes in lace and Bohus knitting, as well as whittling her own shawl pin. She will be reporting back on her experiences there, so stay tuned for the episodes coming in October!
Because it's the 10th anniversary of Shetland Wool Week, there are many, many programs going on. Plus, often times, people overbook themselves for classes and sell their tickets o…
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May 7, 2019
007: I'm Just a Teenage Knitter, Baby
007: I'm Just a Teenage Knitter, Baby.
Released May 7, 2019
In this episode, Anne realizes she knits like a teenager lives, and that's ok.
Winner-winner!
Congratulations to BohneJl on Ravelry who won the giveaway from episode 6! The prize was a bag from LittleComfortsAtoZ, a hank of hand-spun alpaca, and a set of stitch markers. Enjoy them!
To celebrate the winner coming from the Ravelry group, there was a bonus giveaway added for those who are members. Check the thread for details. This additional giveaway will likely be repeated in the future, so be sure to join the group
Progress on the Master Hand Knitter Program
Anne began work on her seed stitch scarf to practice for the swatch, and found that by pushing the stitches so the next few stitches were on the tapered area of the needle, she could create a more uniform fabric. Progress!
Ooh, la la! Not perfect, but getting better!
It also helped to only work on it when she can give it her complete attention. Multi-taskin…
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Apr 23, 2019
Episode 006: I Went to London and All I Got Was This Yarn
006: I Went to London and All I Got Was This Yarn
Released April 23, 2019
In this episode, Anne announces the winner of the last giveaway, talks about her trip to London, and announces another giveaway!
Winner!
Congratulations to Euphistic81 on Instagram, who won the giveaway announced in episode 5 from Dragonfly Fibers and Knitter's Pride!
London!
Anne and her daughter visited two fashion-related sites in London, the Victoria and Albert Museum and the Fashion and Textile Museum, as well as the Fashion Museum in Bath. The V&A was hosting special exhibits about Dior and Mary Quant, but also has a permanent exhibit that includes knitwear. The Fashion and Textile Museum rotates it's exhibits frequently. Even if they aren't showing knitwear at the time, this small museum is very informative! The Fashion Museum in Bath walks you through centuries of fashion through 100 representative outfits, as well as hosting an additional exhibit that changes from time to time.
The Mary Quant…
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Mar 25, 2019
Episode 005: Tension
005: Tension
Released March 26, 2019
In this episode, Anne talks about her tension issues with the third swatch of the Master Hand Knitter Program, plus a correction, music to knit by, projects she's been working on, a charity knitting opportunity, and the first giveaway of the podcast!
A Correction
In the last episode, Anne planned to knit the ribbing for swatch 2 of the Master Hand Knitting Program in smaller needles, but a listener pointed out that the instructions spell out that you should use the same needles. So, thank you to Julie for saving Anne from having to reknit the swatch!
Progress on Swatch 3
Swatch three is a seed-stitch swatch, but without proper, consistent tension, gaps appear at the transition from purl to knit. After many attempts resulting in slow improvement, Anne has decided to stop knitting the swatch and, instead, will be knitting a seed stitch scarf, which should give her plenty of practice without ruining the yarn she needs for her MHK swatches!…
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Mar 12, 2019
Episode 004: Slow Down, Buckaroo
004: Slow Down, Buckaroo
Released: March 12, 2019
In this episode, Anne shares what she learned while knitting the first and second swatches of the Master Hand Knitting Program.
Thank You for your Pattern Help
Anne asked, and listeners responded. A couple of great recommendations came in for Anne's request for a good beginner's sock pattern. Michelle recommended Anne try the Hermione's Everyday Socks pattern, available for free on Ravelry. Nancye from Dragonfly Fibers suggested she pick up a copy of Knitting Rules by Stephanie Pearl-McPhee. It hadn't arrived by the time this episode was recorded, but Anne has it now. It has both a "recipe" for socks and an actual pattern, so Anne will be drawing from that as well! Thank you!
Knitting Techniques
The first two swatches involve knitting K2, P2 and K1, P1 ribbing. In the podcast, Anne discusses three techniques that helped her neaten up ribbing. Listen to the episode to learn more about why ribbing can be tricky and how these tec…
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Mar 1, 2019
Bonus Episode: Tips for Visiting Shetland
003B: Tips for Visiting Shetland
Released: March 1, 2019
You should visit Shetland.
I just want to make that point clear, right off the bat. I love to travel and I've been blessed to be able to travel far more than my original life circumstances led me to believe I'd be able to. On my travels, I have learned that it is a gift to be able to slip on some different cultural lenses for a time. (The greatest blessing might be that I continue to find that the bedrock we share is the same.) While I've enjoyed the all of my trips, there have been only three places where I felt like I'd like to linger in those lenses for a few years and see if I could incorporate aspects of the culture into my own character. One place I ended up lingering long enough to mostly raise my children. The other I'll maybe talk about another time. The third is Shetland.
If it's not already on your bucket list of places to go, add it. And place it higher on the list than you think you should. And I'm not just spea…
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Feb 26, 2019
Episode 003: Shetland
003: Shetland
Released: February 26, 2019
In this episode, Anne shares her trip to Shetland in July 2018.
History
The early days of knitting on Shetland have hazy beginnings. "Gunnister Man" died around 1700. He and his clothing were preserved by the peat he was buried in, including the earliest examples of knitted clothing found on the islands. A recreation of his knitted clothing and purse can be seen at the Tangwick Haa Museum.
Shetlanders were trading stockings to Dutch fisherman hundreds of years ago. Over time, the industrial revolution decreased demand for stockings and the knitting industry shifted to fine, open-work shawls in the mid-1800s. A photo of Edward, Prince of Wales, in a Fair-Isle sweater in 1921 popularized the style beyond the shores of Shetland, and it has continued to be a part of popular fashion to one degree or other since then. Excellent examples of both styles of knitting are available for view at the Shetland Museum and Archives and the Shetland Texti…
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Feb 12, 2019
Episode 002: Hand Knitting is Not Machine Knitting
002: Hand Knitting is Not Machine Knitting
Released: February 12, 2019
In this episode, Anne talks in greater detail about the preliminary swatch she talked about in the last episode. Specifically, she talks about how the imperfections nearly halted her progress for good, until some wise words silenced the negative voice in her head.
It may seem like a minor thing, but we often get caught up on the imperfections in the "minor things" and keep ourselves from doing bigger things as a result. We are not machines, and shouldn't hold ourselves to a standard of constant perfection. It's ok to make mistakes, as long as we learn along the way and we fix the things we can.
Anne moves on to discuss a series of items she finished in the last two weeks. Visit her Ravelry account for photos and information about the Loving Embrace shawl, cacti, Grosgrain Hat, and Girlfriends cowls.
Anne has been knitting for over 20 years and has never knit socks. She needs to start learning the ins and out…
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Jan 28, 2019
Episode 001: Introduction
001: Introduction
Released: January 28, 2019
In this episode, Anne takes some time to introduce herself. She learned to crochet as a child and to knit several years later. On January 1, she took the plunge and signed up for the Master Hand Knitter Program offered by the Knitting Guild Association.
The first song in the show is "Dead From the Beginning, Alive Till the End," by Doctor Turtle and available at the Free Music Archive.
After the music break, Anne shares her first memories of yarn shopping with her mother, as well as some thoughts on her current local yarn store, Marji's Yarncrafts in Granby, Connecticut. Marji's is a delightful yarn shop full of the tried and true as well as items to add extra style to your projects, all in a cozy setting that will have you wishing you had the time to sit and knit for a while. The last time Anne was in Marji's, she picked up a Mybaggee mini zippered mesh pouch set that has done a perfect job at keeping her notions contained and orderl…
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