Unraveling ...a knitting podcast

In Episode 73, Greg and Pam discuss Elizabeth Zimmermann at the Old North State Knitting Guild meeting on September 9, 2019.

Special thanks to GageHillCrafts Sarah for the intro! Be sure to check out her website for the YouTube podcast she mentioned.

We are Knitcrate Ambassadors! Are you the kind of knitter who would enjoy receiving a surprise package of yarn in the mail every month? Then you need to sign up for a Knitcrate subscription. Every month, you will receive a selection of curated yarn, a pattern specifically paired to use with the yarn, and a treat. Use code KD20 at checkout for 20% off your first package when you sign up for a subscription.

FiberCrafty's independently owned shops are stocked with yarn, fiber, project bags, stitch markers and more. With filter terms specific to yarn and fiber, the ability to save favorites, and a secure checkout process, it's better than a 24 hour fiber festival! For shop owners, our easy to use interface makes selling online easy. FiberCrafty is owned by one woman that has a crazy love of yarn and knitting. Greg's favorite feature? Pants are optional. Shop for your next project at FiberCrafty.

• We talked about a lot of patterns throughout The Opinionated Knitter as we gave our presentation to the guild.

• Don't forget our Elizabeth Zimmermann KAL! Have you made one of her patterns? Used a technique? Tell us about it!
• The Fairs and Festivals KAL is ongoing. We intend to draw for winners next episode.
• The Carolina Fiber Fest is March 13-14, 2020.

This post contains affiliate links. That means that if you click on a link to Craftsy, Cooperative Press, Amazon, or Knitcrate and subsequently make a purchase, we'll receive a small commission from the sale. You pay the same, and the commissions will help cover our podcasting expenses. Our opinions are always our own, and we're never compensated to endorse any particular product or service.

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In Episode 72, Greg and Pam discuss magic, birthdays, and taco parties. They also review Leaflet #21 from The Opinionated Knitter by Elizabeth Zimmermann.

Special thanks to MartaSchmarta for the intro and congrats on a cool publication!

We are Knitcrate Ambassadors! Are you the kind of knitter who would enjoy receiving a surprise package of yarn in the mail every month? Then you need to sign up for a Knitcrate subscription. Every month, you will receive a selection of curated yarn, a pattern specifically paired to use with the yarn, and a treat. Use code KD20 at checkout for 20% off your first package when you sign up for a subscription.

FiberCrafty's independently owned shops are stocked with yarn, fiber, project bags, stitch markers and more. With filter terms specific to yarn and fiber, the ability to save favorites, and a secure checkout process, it's better than a 24 hour fiber festival! For shop owners, our easy to use interface makes selling online easy. FiberCrafty is owned by one woman that has a crazy love of yarn and knitting. Greg's favorite feature? Pants are optional. Shop for your next project at FiberCrafty.

We would love to have YOU record and introduction to the show! You can find details in the Ravelry Group Pages.

• Greg finished the gramps cardigan, pattern by tincanknits. He used Berroco Vintage. The Button Whisper (aka his wife) came through and found the perfect buttons for it.
• Greg started the Alouette cardigan, pattern by Lisa Chemery. He is using Kraemer Yarns Perfection Sport (provided by Kraemer Yarns for review).
• Greg started a Knits4Comfort tumbler with a kit he bought at the Carolina Fiber Fest last year.

• Pam finished the Julgran Sweater by Andi Satterlund. Kind of. She is using 100% superwash merino worsted from PassionKNITS Yarn.
• Pam also worked a little bit on the Interplay Shaw for the Back to School Colorwork CAL. She is using yarn from Dirty Water DyeWorks.
• Pam finished unknitting a sweater she made her husband years ago.
• Pam made two tea towel aprons using a free pattern from the Missouri Star Quilt Co.
• Pam also made 12 dryer balls.
• Pam worked a little bit on Avery's college blanket.
• Pam assembled and warped her new Kromski Harp Forte rigid heddle loom. She received a book called The Weaver's Idea Book: Creative Cloth on a Rigid Heddle Loom (affiliate link) by Jane Patrick.

• Serenity Artisans is a woodworking and gift shop that has some beautiful and unique gifts!
• The weekly FiberCrafty newsletter always has a list of current coupon codes! And other fun stuff. Pam writes it, it's good. You should subscribe.

• We discussed Leaflet #21, pages 102-107 featuring the Baby Surprise Jacket! Next up, Leaflet #22, pages ZYZ.
• We mentioned the BSJ group on Ravelry.
• We are almost done with The Opinionated Knitter! The next book we will tackle is Knitting Rules! (affiliate link) by Stephanie Pearl-McPhee.

• Don't forget our Elizabeth Zimmermann KAL! Have you made one of her patterns? Used a technique? Tell us about it!
• Did you have fun with the Back to School Colorwork CAL? It started September 1 and the Ravelry thread was hopping! We drew names for the final prizes in this one! Thanks to Camel City Dyeworks and Knitcrate for providing prizes.
• The Fairs and Festivals KAL is ongoing. We intend to draw for winners next episode.
• Greg collected over 100 preemie hats via the Itty Bitty Knits Revelry group.

• Check out the upcoming book release from that Marta talked about: Harry Potter: Knitting Magic: The Official Harry Potter Knitting Book (affiliate link)
• Kanki is a great place in Raleigh to go for birthdays.
• Greg and Pam chatted a bit about The Traveling Wilburys.

This post contains affiliate links. That means that if you click on a link to Craftsy, Cooperative Press, Amazon, or Knitcrate and subsequently make a purchase, we'll receive a small commission from the sale. You pay the same, and the commissions will help cover our podcasting expenses. Our opinions are always our own, and we're never compensated to endorse any particular product or service.

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In Episode 71, Greg and Pam discuss not fishing, not knitting, and not getting drafted.

Special thanks to Kim for the intro!

We are Knitcrate Ambassadors! Are you the kind of knitter who would enjoy receiving a surprise package of yarn in the mail every month? Then you need to sign up for a Knitcrate subscription. Every month, you will receive a selection of curated yarn, a pattern specifically paired to use with the yarn, and a treat. Use code KD20 at checkout for 20% off your first package when you sign up for a subscription.

FiberCrafty's independently owned shops are stocked with yarn, fiber, project bags, stitch markers and more. With filter terms specific to yarn and fiber, the ability to save favorites, and a secure checkout process, it's better than a 24 hour fiber festival! For shop owners, our easy to use interface makes selling online easy. FiberCrafty is owned by one woman that has a crazy love of yarn and knitting. Greg's favorite feature? Pants are optional. Shop for your next project at FiberCrafty.

We would love to have YOU record and introduction to the show! You can find details in the Ravelry Group Pages.

• Greg is still working on a gramps cardigan, pattern by tincanknits. He is using Berroco Vintage. He just needs to finish the finishing work and get some buttons.
• Greg also finished a small cross-stitch kit. It's a chocolate soft serve ice cream emoji.

• Pam worked on the Julgran Sweater by Andi Satterlund. She is using 100% superwash merino worsted from PassionKNITS Yarn.
• Pam also worked a little bit on the Interplay Shaw for the Back to School Colorwork CAL. She is using yarn from Dirty Water DyeWorks.
• Pam has been unknitting a sweater she made her husband years ago.

• Ten Mile Fiber is a farm with a small mill and they process not only their own farm fiber, but also that from neighboring farms. Check out their beautiful fiber!
• The weekly FiberCrafty newsletter always has a list of current coupon codes! And other fun stuff. Pam writes it, it's good. You should subscribe.

• We discussed Leaflet #20, pages 98-101 featuring the Kangaroo Pouch Sweater! Next up, Leaflet #21, pages 102-107.

• Don't forget our Elizabeth Zimmermann KAL! Have you made one of her patterns? Used a technique? Tell us about it!
• Are you ready for the Back to School Colorwork CAL? It started September 1 and the Ravelry thread is already hopping! Our first and second winners were announced.
• The Fairs and Festivals KAL is ongoing.
• Greg is collecting preemie hats via the Itty Bitty Knits Revelry group.

• Pam met up with Jan of the Twinset Designs podcast and had a delightful time.
• There is a wonderful article about the woman who knit the sweaters for the new movie Mr. Rogers movie, A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood.
• And, here you can find a pattern to make your own.
• And, Tom Hanks is related to Fred Rogers.
• Pam also mentioned the Enneagram workshop she attended. Her friend who is an Enneagram instructor, recommends this online test if you are interested. (There are lots of free ones but if you don't get a clear type a paid one might be worth it.)

This post contains affiliate links. That means that if you click on a link to Craftsy, Cooperative Press, Amazon, or Knitcrate and subsequently make a purchase, we'll receive a small commission from the sale. You pay the same, and the commissions will help cover our podcasting expenses. Our opinions are always our own, and we're never compensated to endorse any particular product or service.

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• Pam is pammaher on Ravelry, @FiberCrafty and @pammaher on Instagram, and owner of the FiberCrafty marketplace.

In Episode 70, Greg and Pam discuss hard drives, afterthought sheep, and sanity.

We are Knitcrate Ambassadors! Are you the kind of knitter who would enjoy receiving a surprise package of yarn in the mail every month? Then you need to sign up for a Knitcrate subscription. Every month, you will receive a selection of curated yarn, a pattern specifically paired to use with the yarn, and a treat. Use code KD20 at checkout for 20% off your first package when you sign up for a subscription.

FiberCrafty's independently owned shops are stocked with yarn, fiber, project bags, stitch markers and more. With filter terms specific to yarn and fiber, the ability to save favorites, and a secure checkout process, it's better than a 24 hour fiber festival! For shop owners, our easy to use interface makes selling online easy. FiberCrafty is owned by one woman that has a crazy love of yarn and knitting. Greg's favorite feature? Pants are optional. Shop for your next project at FiberCrafty.

We would love to have YOU record and introduction to the show! You can find details in the Ravelry Group Pages.

• Greg is still working on a gramps cardigan, pattern by tincanknits. He is using Berroco Vintage.
• Greg previously finished a couple of Tiger Owl cowls. It's his newest design, and is the official knit pattern for the Carolina FiberFest craft-along! He's excited.

• Pam worked a tiny bit on the Julgran Sweater by Andi Satterlund. She is using 100% superwash merino worsted from PassionKNITS Yarn.
• Pam also worked on the Interplay Shaw for the Back to School Colorwork CAL. She is using yarn from Dirty Water DyeWorks.
• Pam finished her CPCTC Socks by Sarah Jordan.
• Pam finished spinning some singles from Heelside Farms. Next up is plying.

• Karen is an amazing fiber artist and she creates 2D and 3D works of art with felting. You should check out her shop, Inspiration by Karen!
• The weekly FiberCrafty newsletter always has a list of current coupon codes! And other fun stuff. Pam writes it, it's good. You should subscribe.

• We discussed Leaflet #19, pages 94-97 featuring the Snail Hat and the Three-Spiral Hat! Next up, Leaflet #20, pages 98-101.

• Don't forget our Elizabeth Zimmermann KAL! Have you made one of her patterns? Used a technique? Tell us about it!
• Are you ready for the Back to School Colorwork CAL? It started September 1 and the Ravelry thread is already hopping! Our first and second winners were announced.
• The Fairs and Festivals KAL is ongoing.
• Greg enjoyed his weekend at SAFF, where he picked up an electric eel nano.
• Greg is collecting preemie hats via the Itty Bitty Knits Revelry group.

• Pam and Avery visited Old Sturbridge Village while in Boston) it's about an hour west)
• Pam mentioned an interview on the Very Pink Knits Podcast about entering the Texas State Fair.
• Greg's neighborhood used the NextDoor application to coordinate a change in trick-or-treating plans.

This post contains affiliate links. That means that if you click on a link to Craftsy, Cooperative Press, Amazon, or Knitcrate and subsequently make a purchase, we'll receive a small commission from the sale. You pay the same, and the commissions will help cover our podcasting expenses. Our opinions are always our own, and we're never compensated to endorse any particular product or service.

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In Episode 69, Greg and Pam discuss new patterns, stockings, and fancy fashion words.

Special thanks to Tracy (gojiragirl) for the intro!

We are Knitcrate Ambassadors! Are you the kind of knitter who would enjoy receiving a surprise package of yarn in the mail every month? Then you need to sign up for a Knitcrate subscription. Every month, you will receive a selection of curated yarn, a pattern specifically paired to use with the yarn, and a treat. Use code KD20 at checkout for 20% off your first package when you sign up for a subscription.

FiberCrafty's independently owned shops are stocked with yarn, fiber, project bags, stitch markers and more. With filter terms specific to yarn and fiber, the ability to save favorites, and a secure checkout process, it's better than a 24 hour fiber festival! For shop owners, our easy to use interface makes selling online easy. FiberCrafty is owned by one woman that has a crazy love of yarn and knitting. Greg's favorite feature? Pants are optional. Shop for your next project at FiberCrafty.

We would love to have YOU record and introduction to the show! You can find details in the Ravelry Group Pages.

• Greg is still working on a gramps cardigan, pattern by tincanknits. He is using Berroco Vintage.
• Greg previously finished a couple of Tiger Owl cowls. It's his newest design, and is the official knit pattern for the Carolina FiberFest craft-along! He's excited.

• Pam worked on the Julgran Sweater by Andi Satterlund. She is using 100% superwash merino worsted from PassionKNITS Yarn.
• Pam also worked on the Interplay Shaw for the Back to School Colorwork CAL. She is using yarn from Dirty Water DyeWorks.
• Pam also worked on her CPCTC Socks by Sarah Jordan.
• Pam previously finished the Unexpectedly Angular crochet cowl by Connie Lee Lynch.
• Pam previously finished the Tiger Owl Cowl by Greg Cohoon.

• Did you know you can search shop by location and type of shop? Give it a try!
• The weekly FiberCrafty newsletter always has a list of current coupon codes! And other fun stuff. Pam writes it, it's good. You should subscribe.

• Greg reviewed the software KnitCompanion.

• We discussed Leaflet #18, pages 90-93, 118-119 featuring stockings! Next up, Leaflet #19, pages 94-97.

• Don't forget our Elizabeth Zimmermann KAL! Have you made one of her patterns? Used a technique? Tell us about it!
• Are you ready for the Back to School Colorwork CAL? It started September 1 and the Ravelry thread is already hopping! Our first winner was announced.
• The Fairs and Festivals KAL is ongoing.

• Greg is planning on going to SAFF, which runs from October 25-27. Greg intends to be there Friday and Saturday (25-26).

• 42nd Street Oyster Bar in Raleigh, NC is a favorite for special occasions.
• Go Ape is where Pam celebrated family birthdays.
• Greg is sad that the Braves imploded in the postseason.
• Greg enjoys a few fishing-related apps: Fishing Calendar, Solunar and Fishing Times Calendar.

This post contains affiliate links. That means that if you click on a link to Craftsy, Cooperative Press, Amazon, or Knitcrate and subsequently make a purchase, we'll receive a small commission from the sale. You pay the same, and the commissions will help cover our podcasting expenses. Our opinions are always our own, and we're never compensated to endorse any particular product or service.

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• Pam is pammaher on Ravelry, @FiberCrafty and @pammaher on Instagram, and owner of the FiberCrafty marketplace.

In Episode 68, Greg and Pam discuss audio issues, baby gifts and talking about Elizabeth Zimmermann.

Special thanks to Chelly (BlueChinaDoll) for the intro!

We are Knitcrate Ambassadors! Are you the kind of knitter who would enjoy receiving a surprise package of yarn in the mail every month? Then you need to sign up for a Knitcrate subscription. Every month, you will receive a selection of curated yarn, a pattern specifically paired to use with the yarn, and a treat. Use code KD20 at checkout for 20% off your first package when you sign up for a subscription.

FiberCrafty's independently owned shops are stocked with yarn, fiber, project bags, stitch markers and more. With filter terms specific to yarn and fiber, the ability to save favorites, and a secure checkout process, it's better than a 24 hour fiber festival! For shop owners, our easy to use interface makes selling online easy. FiberCrafty is owned by one woman that has a crazy love of yarn and knitting. Greg's favorite feature? Pants are optional. Shop for your next project at FiberCrafty.

We would love to have YOU record and introduction to the show! You can find details in the Ravelry Group Pages.

• Greg finished (sans blocking) an Eklutna Lakeside Shawl by Mary Dickerson (pattern page). He is using Knitologie Worsted Merino yarn in the Kestral colorway.
• Greg knitted 2 Milo baby vests. Pattern by Georgie Nicolson. He used Berroco Vintage DK.
• Greg knitted 2 Barley hats. Pattern by tincanknits. He used Berroco Vintage DK.
• Greg started a Gramps cardigan, Pattern by tincanknits. He is using Berroco Vintage. He used a great tutorial from tincanknits for creating balanced increases with M1L and M1R.

• Pam worked on the Julgran Sweater by Andi Satterlund. She is using 100% superwash merino worsted from PassionKNITS Yarn.
• Pam also worked on the Interplay Shaw for the Back to School Colorwork CAL. She is using yarn from Dirty Water DyeWorks.
• Pam also worked on her CPCTC Socks by Sarah Jordan.
• Pam finished plying the singles from her merino spinning project.
• Pam spun 1 ounce of merino as a test spin for one of the FiberCrafty shop owners.
• Pam prepped 1 ounce of Cheviot from Sadie Spins! to start her sock spinning project.

• OOPS! We completely forgot a FiberCrafty segment! It will be back next time!
• The weekly FiberCrafty newsletter always has a list of current coupon codes! And other fun stuff. Pam writes it, it's good. You should subscribe.

• We skipped EZ again! Next time we will cover Leaflet #18, pages 90-93.

• Don't forget our Elizabeth Zimmermann KAL! Have you made one of her patterns? Used a technique? Tell us about it!
• Are you ready for the Back to School Colorwork CAL? It started September 1 and the Ravelry thread is already hopping! Our first winner was announced.
• The Fairs and Festivals KAL is ongoing.

• Greg is planning on going to SAFF, which runs from October 25-27. Greg intends to be there Friday and Saturday (25-26).

This post contains affiliate links. That means that if you click on a link to Craftsy, Cooperative Press, Amazon, or Knitcrate and subsequently make a purchase, we'll receive a small commission from the sale. You pay the same, and the commissions will help cover our podcasting expenses. Our opinions are always our own, and we're never compensated to endorse any particular product or service.

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• Greg is KnittingDaddy on Ravelry, @KnittingDaddy on Instagram, and also writes the KnittingDaddy blog.
• Pam is pammaher on Ravelry, @FiberCrafty and @pammaher on Instagram, and owner of the FiberCrafty marketplace.

In Episode 67, Greg and Pam discuss counting, cautionary tales, and colorwork.

We are Knitcrate Ambassadors! Are you the kind of knitter who would enjoy receiving a surprise package of yarn in the mail every month? Then you need to sign up for a Knitcrate subscription. Every month, you will receive a selection of curated yarn, a pattern specifically paired to use with the yarn, and a treat. Use code KD20at checkout for 20% off your first package when you sign up for a subscription.

FiberCrafty's independently owned shops are stocked with yarn, fiber, project bags, stitch markers and more. With filter terms specific to yarn and fiber, the ability to save favorites, and a secure checkout process, it's better than a 24 hour fiber festival! For shop owners, our easy to use interface makes selling online easy. FiberCrafty is owned by one woman that has a crazy love of yarn and knitting. Greg's favorite feature? Pants are optional. Shop for your next project at FiberCrafty.

We would love to have YOU record and introduction to the show! You can find details in the Ravelry Group Pages.

• Greg started an Eklutna Lakeside Shawl by Mary Dickerson(pattern page). He is using Knitologie Worsted Merinoyarn in the Kestral colorway.
• Greg is getting ready to start a baby sweater that his wife's aunt probably started in the mid-70s.

• Pam needed to re-block her RickRolland attempted to remove some dye that bled the first time she blocked it. It's a new color now! She mentions Synthrapol.
• Pam finished all the crochet on the Malia Bagby Rebecca Langford.
• Pam started and finished a KnittedKnockerfor a local woman who is having a mastectomy. She used the magic loop method and used Modern Cotton DK from Berroco.
• Pam also cast on the Interplay Shawfor the Back to School Colorwork CAL. She is using yarn from Dirty Water DyeWorks.
• Pam also worked on her CPCTCSocks by Sarah Jordan.
• Pam worked on the JulgranSweater by Andi Satterlund. She is using 100% superwash merino worsted from PassionKNITS Yarn.
• Pam finished spinning the 3rd singles from her merino spinning project.

• LizaDee Originalsis a FiberCrafty shop that has beautifully hand dyed yarns
• The weekly FiberCrafty newsletteralways has a list of current coupon codes! And other fun stuff. Pam writes it, it's good. You should subscribe.

• Episode 65 Thread: Adding books to your Ravelry Libraryand Yarn Crawl Etiquette
• Greg enlightened us on how to mark a thread unread (look in right corner in the green ribbon across the very bottom of the page)

• Pam reviewed the Sirka Counter.

• We skipped EZ this episode! Next time we will cover Leaflet #18, pages 90-93.

• Pam and Greg talked about a couple of ways to join in yarn including the Clasp Weft Join, the Russian Joinand using Fray Check(affiliate link).
• Hurricane Doriandidn't cause much trouble for Greg and Pam -- they are both far enough inland to be out of its path.
• Greg went to Atlanta and enjoyed a couple of Bravesgames and visiting the Georgia Aquarium.
• Greg is planning on going to the North Carolina Folk Festivalthis weekend. He's especially looking forward to seeing Booker T. Jones.
• Cheerwineis the South's unique cherry soft drink.

• Don't forget our Elizabeth Zimmermann KAL! Have you made one of her patterns? Used a technique? Tell us about it!
• Are you ready for the Back to School Colorwork CAL? It started September 1 and the Ravelry thread is already hopping!
• The Fairs and Festivals KALis ongoing.

• Pam & Greg will be giving a talk about Elizabeth Zimmermann at the Ol' North State Knitting Guildon September 9 in Raleigh, NC.
• Greg is planning on going to SAFF, which runs from October 25-27. Greg intends to be there Friday and Saturday (25026).

This post contains affiliate links. That means that if you click on a link to Craftsy, Cooperative Press, Amazon, or Knitcrate and subsequently make a purchase, we'll receive a small commission from the sale. You pay the same, and the commissions will help cover our podcasting expenses. Our opinions are always our own, and we're never compensated to endorse any particular product or service.

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• Greg is KnittingDaddy on Ravelry, @KnittingDaddy on Instagram, and also writes the KnittingDaddy blog.
• Pam is pammaher on Ravelry, @FiberCrafty and @pammaher on Instagram, and owner of the FiberCrafty marketplace.

In Episode 66, Greg and Pam discuss being old and in the way. They also review Leaflet #17 from Elizabeth Zimmermann's "The Opinionated Knitter."

Special thanks to Dave (KnitCentral Maryann's husband) for the wonderful intro!

We are Knitcrate Ambassadors! Are you the kind of knitter who would enjoy receiving a surprise package of yarn in the mail every month? Then you need to sign up for a Knitcrate subscription. Every month, you will receive a selection of curated yarn, a pattern specifically paired to use with the yarn, and a treat. Use code KD20at checkout for 20% off your first package when you sign up for a subscription.

FiberCrafty's independently owned shops are stocked with yarn, fiber, project bags, stitch markers and more. With filter terms specific to yarn and fiber, the ability to save favorites, and a secure checkout process, it's better than a 24 hour fiber festival! For shop owners, our easy to use interface makes selling online easy. FiberCrafty is owned by one woman that has a crazy love of yarn and knitting. Greg's favorite feature? Pants are optional. Shop for your next project at FiberCrafty.

We would love to have YOU record and introduction to the show! You can find details in the Ravelry Group Pages.

• Greg finished socks (project page) for his mom. He is using a combination of techniques from several patterns: Hermione's Everyday Socksby Erica Lueder, Fish Lips Kiss Heelby Sox Therapist, and Strie Socks, Toe Upby Lara Neel.
• Greg is working on socks (project page) for himself. He is using a combination of techniques from several patterns: Hermione's Everyday Socksby Erica Lueder, Fish Lips Kiss Heelby Sox Therapist, and Strie Socks, Toe Upby Lara Neel.
• Greg is working on his Scrappy Sock Yarn blanket (project page). Pattern is Knitted Patchwork Recipe by Martine Ellis.

• Pam finished her Mohair Magic Kit Poncho. She got it from Kathy at Got My Goat. She recorded a reviewbefore she cast on!
• Pam has made a lot of progress on her crochet project, the Malia Bagby Rebecca Langford.
• Pam also worked on her CPCTCSocks by Sarah Jordan.
• Pam cast on the JulgranSweater by Andi Satterlund. She is using 100% superwash merino worsted from PassionKNITS Yarn.
• Pam took a weaving class and made a dishtowel! Now she needs a loom.

• needleslicksetcis a FiberCrafty shop that has unique, hand drawn stitch markers that are very whimsical, ring stitch marker sets and travel niddy noddys.
• The weekly FiberCrafty newsletteralways has a list of current coupon codes! And other fun stuff. Pam writes it, it's good. You should subscribe.

• We discussed Leaflet #17, pages 88-89 featuring hand knit tights! Next up, Leaflet #18, pages 90-93.

• The Weaver's Idea Bookby Jane Patrick
• Signature Needle Arts 9" Circular Needles: Greg tested the prototypes for these needles last year and is excited to see that they are now available. He received a set as a "thank you" for testing and is looking forward to trying the production model.

• Don't forget our Elizabeth Zimmermann KAL! Have you made one of her patterns? Used a technique? Tell us about it!
• Are you ready for the Back to School Colorwork CAL? It is starting September 1. Line up your "school" supplies now!

• Pam & Greg will be giving a talk about Elizabeth Zimmermann at the Ol' North State Knitting Guildon September 9 in Raleigh, NC.

This post contains affiliate links. That means that if you click on a link to Craftsy, Cooperative Press, Amazon, or Knitcrate and subsequently make a purchase, we'll receive a small commission from the sale. You pay the same, and the commissions will help cover our podcasting expenses. Our opinions are always our own, and we're never compensated to endorse any particular product or service.

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• Greg is KnittingDaddy on Ravelry, @KnittingDaddy on Instagram, and also writes the KnittingDaddy blog.
• Pam is pammaher on Ravelry, @FiberCrafty and @pammaher on Instagram, and owner of the FiberCrafty marketplace.

In Episode 65, Greg and Pam discuss being committed, being involved, and hummingbirds. They also review Leaflet #16 from Elizabeth Zimmermann's "The Opinionated Knitter."

Special thanks to Gate City Amanda for this episode's introduction! Yuu can find her in Greensboro, NC at Gate City Yarns!

We are Knitcrate Ambassadors! Are you the kind of knitter who would enjoy receiving a surprise package of yarn in the mail every month? Then you need to sign up for a Knitcrate subscription. Every month, you will receive a selection of curated yarn, a pattern specifically paired to use with the yarn, and a treat. Use code KD20 at checkout for 20% off your first package when you sign up for a subscription.

FiberCrafty's independently owned shops are stocked with yarn, fiber, project bags, stitch markers and more. With filter terms specific to yarn and fiber, the ability to save favorites, and a secure checkout process, it's better than a 24 hour fiber festival! For shop owners, our easy to use interface makes selling online easy. FiberCrafty is owned by one woman that has a crazy love of yarn and knitting. Greg's favorite feature? Pants are optional. Shop for your next project at FiberCrafty.

We would love to have YOU record and introduction to the show! You can find details in the Ravelry Group Pages.

• Greg is working on socks (project page) for his mom. He is using a combination of techniques from several patterns: Hermione's Everyday Socks by Erica Lueder, Fish Lips Kiss Heel by Sox Therapist, and Strie Socks, Toe Up by Lara Neel.

• Pam worked on her Mohair Magic Kit Poncho. She got it from Kathy at Got My Goat. She recorded a review before she cast on!
• Pam started a new crochet project, the Malia Bag by Rebecca Langford.
• Pam didn't make a project page but she started and finished a crochet necklace (picture below!)
• Pam finished That Nice Stitch Cowl by Susan Ashcroft. She used Tandem by Tahki Yarns.
• Pam finished a secret test crochet (sorry!)
• Pam finished the 2nd hat for her dad. She used 2 colors of the millspun Romeldale/CVM from Zephyr Creek Farm. She "designed" it and used a colorwork pattern (Skyline) from the AlterKnit Stitch Dictionary (affiliate link) by Andrea Rangel.

• Angel Locks Fiberworks is a FiberCrafty shop that is a small farm with a mill. They have beautiful gradient roving, natural roving and hand dyed yarn.
• The weekly FiberCrafty newsletter always has a list of current coupon codes! And other fun stuff. Pam writes it, it's good. You should subscribe.

• We discussed Leaflet #16, pages 84-87 featuring 8 knitting techniques! Next up, Leaflet #17, pages 88-89.

• Special thanks for BostonJen for sending us her new GoodReader tutorial!

• Don't forget our Elizabeth Zimmermann KAL! Have you made one of her patterns? Used a technique? Tell us about it!
• We announced a new Craft-Along! Check out the threads for more information but join us for the Back to School Colorwork CAL starting September 1.

• Pam & Greg will be giving a talk about Elizabeth Zimmermann at the Ol' North State Knitting Guild on September 9 in Raleigh, NC.

• Orange Is The New Black
• Stranger Things

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In Episode 64, Greg and Pam discuss heavy metal, TV time, and afterthought thumbs. They also review Leaflet #15 from Elizabeth Zimmermann's "The Opinionated Knitter."

Special thanks to CraftsUntold Efor this episode's introduction! Check out her video podcast!

We are Knitcrate Ambassadors! Are you the kind of knitter who would enjoy receiving a surprise package of yarn in the mail every month? Then you need to sign up for a Knitcrate subscription. Every month, you will receive a selection of curated yarn, a pattern specifically paired to use with the yarn, and a treat. Use code KD20at checkout for 20% off your first package when you sign up for a subscription.

FiberCrafty's independently owned shops are stocked with yarn, fiber, project bags, stitch markers and more. With filter terms specific to yarn and fiber, the ability to save favorites, and a secure checkout process, it's better than a 24 hour fiber festival! For shop owners, our easy to use interface makes selling online easy. FiberCrafty is owned by one woman that has a crazy love of yarn and knitting. Greg's favorite feature? Pants are optional. Shop for your next project at FiberCrafty.

We would love to have YOU record and introduction to the show! You can find details in the Ravelry Group Pages.

• Greg is working on socks (project page) for himself. He is using a combination of techniques from several patterns: Hermione's Everyday Socksby Erica Lueder, Fish Lips Kiss Heelby Sox Therapist, and Strie Socks, Toe Upby Lara Neel.
• Greg is also working on similar socks for his mom, but hasn't bothered to create a project page for them yet.
• Greg is experimenting a friend's pattern for a baby sweater, knit in pieces and seamed.

• Pam completed the layout for her daughter's blanket. Now she can start joining! The pattern is Swirly Popby Marken of the Hat and I. She used KnitPicks Chroma Worstedfor the swirls and will use KnitPicks Mighty Stitchfor the background.
• Pam worked on her Mohair Magic Kit Poncho. She got it from Kathy at Got My Goat. She recorded a reviewbefore she cast on!
• Pam worked on That Nice Stitch Cowlby Susan Ashcroft. She is using Tandem by Tahki Yarns.
• Pam worked on her CPCTCsocks by Sarah Jordanand started the first gusset.
• Pam started a secret test crochet (sorry!) But, here is a tutorial to the Foundation Single ChainI mentioned.
• Pam finished the 2nd hat for her dad. She used 2 colors of the millspun Romeldale/CVM from Zephyr Creek Farm. She "designed" it and used a colorwork pattern (Skyline) from the AlterKnit Stitch Dictionary(affiliate link) by Andrea Rangel.

• Yank Your Yarnis a FiberCrafty shop that specializes in pop culture themed stitch markers! Save 10% through the end of July.
• The weekly FiberCrafty newsletteralways has a list of current coupon codes! And other fun stuff. Pam writes it, it's good. You should subscribe.

• We discussed Leaflet #15, pages 80-83 featuring the Mittens (with woven designand Curled-Tip Jogger's Mittens. Next up, Leaflet #16, pages 84-87.
• This is the unspun Icelandic woolwe keep bringing up.

• Heavy Metal Knitting Competition
• Using private noteson Ravelry
• Accessing the "customers" section for designers on Ravelry.
• Designers can set up special access for test knitters before a pattern is published on Ravelry, but I can't find ocumentation about it. If you're a designer, it's on the "Testing" section of your pattern.
• Knitcrate has a new feature: the ability to select your color preferences to help influence the color of yarn you will get.

• Don't forget our Elizabeth Zimmermann KAL! Have you made one of her patterns? Used a technique? Tell us about it!
• Greg is going to the Central Carolina Yarn Crawl, trying to hit all seven shops this weekend.

• Pam & Greg will be giving a talk about Elizabeth Zimmermann at the Ol' North State Knitting Guildon September 9 in Raleigh, NC.

• Vogue Knitting KnitterviewsPodcast
• Ozark
• Breaking Bad
• Stranger Things
• Big Little Lies

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In Episode 63, Greg and Pam discuss abandonment, yarn weight discrepancies and international commerce. They also review Leaflet #14 from Elizabeth Zimmermann's "The Opinionated Knitter."

Special thanks to Knits4Comfort Jen for this episode's introduction!

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FiberCrafty's independently owned shops are stocked with yarn, fiber, project bags, stitch markers and more. With filter terms specific to yarn and fiber, the ability to save favorites, and a secure checkout process, it's better than a 24 hour fiber festival! For shop owners, our easy to use interface makes selling online easy. FiberCrafty is owned by one woman that has a crazy love of yarn and knitting. Greg's favorite feature? Pants are optional. Shop for your next project at FiberCrafty.

We would love to have YOU record and introduction to the show! You can find details in the Ravelry Group Pages.

• Greg has been knitting prototypes for future designs.
• Greg cast on socks (project page)! He is using a combination of techniques from several patterns: Hermione's Everyday Socks by Erica Lueder, Fish Lips Kiss Heel by Sox Therapist, and Strie Socks, Toe Up by Lara Neel.
• Greg picked up an Origami Project Bag from Stitch Therapy when he was at the Blue Ridge Fiber Fest.
• Greg picked up a set of Suavest Sheep bobbins from Crafty Flutterby Creations.

• Pam started figuring out how to make the background and join the parts on her crocheted blanket. The pattern is Swirly Pop by Marken of the Hat and I. She used KnitPicks Chroma Worsted for the swirls and is using KnitPicks Mighty Stitch for the background.
• Pam cast on her Mohair Magic Kit Poncho. She got it from Kathy at Got My Goat. She recorded a review before she cast on!
• Pam cast on That Nice Stitch Cowl by Susan Ashcroft. She is using Tandem by Tahki Yarns.
• Pam worked on her CPCTC socks by Sarah Jordan and is ready to start the heels.
• Pam finished a secret test knit for KnittingDaddy Designs.
• Pam finished a hat for her dad. She is using 2 colors of the millspun Romeldale/CVM from Zephyr Creek Farm. She "designed" it and used a colorwork pattern (Skyline) from the AlterKnit Stitch Dictionary (affiliate link) by Andrea Rangel.

• Instead of highlighting a shop, Pam talked a little about why FiberCrafty can only support US based shops for now.
• The weekly FiberCrafty newsletter always has a list of current coupon codes! And other fun stuff. Pam writes it, it's good. You should subscribe.

• We discussed Leaflet #14, pages 76-79 featuring the Icelandic Yoke Sweater. Next up, Leaflet #15, pages 80-83.

• Don't forget our Elizabeth Zimmermann KAL! Have you made one of her patterns? Used a technique? Tell us about it!

• Carolina FiberFest is accepting workshop proposals. The deadline is July 15. We are very interested in workshops that are appropriate for youth and adults!
• Pam & Greg will be giving a talk about Elizabeth Zimmermann at the Ol' North State Knitting Guild on September 9 in Raleigh, NC.

• Vogue Knitting Knitterviews Podcast
• Good Omens on Amazon Prime
• American Gods by Neil Gaiman – Pam listened to the 10th edition audio version from the library.
• Blog Post about Phyllis Latour Doyle

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In Episode 62, Greg and Pam discuss secret knitting, secret history and secret increases. They also review Leaflet #13 from Elizabeth Zimmermann's "The Opinionated Knitter."

Special thanks to squeakyloom Martha for this episode's introduction! Check out her knitting designs!

We are Knitcrate Ambassadors! Are you the kind of knitter who would enjoy receiving a surprise package of yarn in the mail every month? Then you need to sign up for a Knitcrate subscription. Every month, you will receive a selection of curated yarn, a pattern specifically paired to use with the yarn, and a treat. Use code KD20 at checkout for 20% off your first package when you sign up for a subscription.

FiberCrafty's independently owned shops are stocked with yarn, fiber, project bags, stitch markers and more. With filter terms specific to yarn and fiber, the ability to save favorites, and a secure checkout process, it's better than a 24 hour fiber festival! For shop owners, our easy to use interface makes selling online easy. FiberCrafty is owned by one woman that has a crazy love of yarn and knitting. Greg's favorite feature? Pants are optional. Shop for your next project at FiberCrafty.

We would love to have YOU record and introduction to the show! You can find details in the Ravelry Group Pages.

• Greg has been knitting prototypes for future designs.
• Greg is going to cast on a new pair of socks soon.

• Pam finished the swirls for her daughter's college blanket. Next she has to figure out how to make the background and join the parts. The pattern is Swirly Pop by Marken of the Hat and I. She used KnitPicks Chroma Worsted.
• Pam finished the Mash It Up Hat by Babs Ausherman. She used leftovers from her Rickroll.
• Pam sewed 6 rope baskets for her kids' teachers end of year gifts.
• Pam cast on a secret test knit for KnittngDaddy Designs.
• Pam worked on her CPCTC socks by Sarah Jordan.
• Pam also swatched for a hat she's going to make for her dad. She is using 2 colors of the millspun Romeldale from Zephyr Creek Farm.

• Karen is based in California and owns CottonTimes. She creates multi-zippered bags that are perfect for all of your tools. Check out this reviewPam added to her YouTube channel.
• The weekly FiberCrafty newsletter always has a list of current coupon codes! And other fun stuff. Pam writes it, it's good. You should subscribe.

• We discussed Leaflet #13, pages 72-75 featuring the Three and One Sweater. Next up, Leaflet #14, pages 76-79.

• Don't forget our Elizabeth Zimmermann KAL! Have you made one of her patterns? Used a technique? Tell us about it!

• Blue Ridge Fiber Festival (June 7 & 8) in beautiful Sparta, NC. Some classes will be offered on June 6.
• Pam & Greg will be giving a talk about Elizabeth Zimmermann at the Ol' North State Knitting Guild on September 9 in Raleigh, NC.

• Very Pink Knits
• Knitting Pipeline
• Down Cellar Studio – check out the Splash Pad Party where Greg is a Snack Shack Sponsor

• Pam talked about two new books she got. One is the Principles of Knitting(affiliate link) by June Hemmons Hiatt and the other is AlterKnit Stitch Dictionary (affiliate link) by Andrea Rangel.
• Greg mentioned a video about The Secret History of Knitting. He heard about it from the #PursuitofHappyKnits Facebook Group.

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In Episode 61, Greg and Pam discuss baseball, birthdays and being the boss. They also review Leaflet #12 from Elizabeth Zimmermann's "The Opinionated Knitter."

Special thanks to way2knitgrace for this episode's introduction!

We are Knitcrate Ambassadors! Are you the kind of knitter who would enjoy receiving a surprise package of yarn in the mail every month? Then you need to sign up for a Knitcrate subscription. Every month, you will receive a selection of curated yarn, a pattern specifically paired to use with the yarn, and a treat. Use code KD20 at checkout for 20% off your first package when you sign up for a subscription.

FiberCrafty's independently owned shops are stocked with yarn, fiber, project bags, stitch markers and more. With filter terms specific to yarn and fiber, the ability to save favorites, and a secure checkout process, it's better than a 24 hour fiber festival! For shop owners, our easy to use interface makes selling online easy. FiberCrafty is owned by one woman that has a crazy love of yarn and knitting. Greg's favorite feature? Pants are optional. Shop for your next project at FiberCrafty.

We would love to have YOU record and introduction to the show! You can find details in the Ravelry Group Pages.

• Greg started and finished his Wizarding Legacy scarf in Nerd Girl Yarn. It's a birthday present for Blueberry. (project page)
• Greg has also been knitting prototypes for future designs.

• Pam finished Gina's Brioche Cowl from Purl Soho. She used yarn from One Twisted Tree and Unplanned Peacock.
• Pam finished her Rickroll by Mary Annarella. She used yarn from The Fibre Studio at Yarns to Dye For.
• Pam made more swirls for her daughter's college blanket. She is up to 85 made. The pattern is Swirly Pop by Marken of the Hat and I. She is using KnitPicks Chroma Worsted.
• Pam also got some spinning done on her merino project.
• Pam started the Mash It Up Hat by Babs Ausherman so she would have something to work on in the movies. She is using leftovers from her Rickroll.

• Sarah is based in Georgia and owns The Artful Princess. She project bags for all your favorite fandoms and lots of stitch markers, too!
• The weekly FiberCrafty newsletter always has a list of current coupon codes! And other fun stuff. Pam writes it, it's good. You should subscribe.

• We discussed Leaflet #12, pages 66-71 featuring the V-Necked Aran Cardigan. Next up, Leaflet #13, pages 72-75.
• Here is the hat with all 3 patterns on it.

• Don't forget our Elizabeth Zimmermann KAL! Have you made one of her patterns? Used a technique? Tell us about it!

• Blue Ridge Fiber Festival (June 7 & 8) in beautiful Sparta, NC. Some classes will be offered on June 6.
• Pam & Greg will be giving a talk about Elizabeth Zimmermann at the Ol' North State Knitting Guild on September 9 in Raleigh, NC.

• Greg attended his local Stitch N' Pitch. Stitch N' Pitch looks like it used to be sponsored by TNNA, but google results now take it to a "page not found". If you search for Stitch N' Pitch you may be able to find an event near you.
• Pam talked about a new book she got called Bead Crochet Jewelry.
• Greg used the Clasp Weft Join in his Wizarding Legacy Scarf. Pam forgot to mention it but she is using it also in the Mash It Up hat.
• Neil deGrasse Tyson's Podcast is called StarTalk. The episode with George Takei was about the Star Trek Legacy.

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In Episode 60, Greg and Pam discuss Questionable Authority, Confidence and Obsessing. They also review Leaflet #11 from Elizabeth Zimmermann's "The Opinionated Knitter."

Special thanks to LeagleEagle for this episode's introduction!

We are Knitcrate Ambassadors! Are you the kind of knitter who would enjoy receiving a surprise package of yarn in the mail every month? Then you need to sign up for a Knitcrate subscription. Every month, you will receive a selection of curated yarn, a pattern specifically paired to use with the yarn, and a treat. Use code KD20 at checkout for 20% off your first package when you sign up for a subscription.

FiberCrafty's independently owned shops are stocked with yarn, fiber, project bags, stitch markers and more. With filter terms specific to yarn and fiber, the ability to save favorites, and a secure checkout process, it's better than a 24 hour fiber festival! For shop owners, our easy to use interface makes selling online easy. FiberCrafty is owned by one woman that has a crazy love of yarn and knitting. Greg's favorite feature? Pants are optional. Shop for your next project at FiberCrafty.

We would love to have YOU record and introduction to the show! You can find details in the Ravelry Group Pages.

• Greg finished his Lana Grosa Socks in Lana Grossa Meilenweit Ashbury yarn.
• Greg has also been knitting prototypes for future designs.

• Pam got about 1/2 a foot done on her CPCTC socks from Sarah Jordan. She is using yarn from ShariArts.
• Pam worked on Gina's Brioche Cowl from Purl Soho and is back to fresh yarn!
• Pam made a bunch more swirls for her daughter's college blanket. She is up to 75 made. The pattern is Swirly Pop by Marken of the Hat and I. She is using KnitPicks Chroma Worsted. She is trying to decide how to handle the edge swirls.
• Pam also got some spinning done on her merino project.

• Jessica is based in Lebanon, CT and owns Blue Anchor Boutique. She has wonderful stitch markers, progress keeps and also makes needle pouches.
• The weekly FiberCrafty newsletter always has a list of current coupon codes! And other fun stuff. Pam writes it, it's good. You should subscribe.

• We discussed Leaflet #11, pages 58-65 . Several hat patterns are included: Pillbox, Ski-Bonnet, Headband, Very Warm Hat, and Fast Cap. Next up, Leaflet #12, pages 66-71.
• We mentioned Mary Thomas's (sic) Knitting Book (affiliate link) because Elizabeth referenced it.

• We are wrapping up the Stripe Domination Hat by Ellen Silva. Stay tuned for a new Colorwork Along
• Don't forget our Elizabeth Zimmermann KAL! Have you made one of her patterns? Used a technique? Tell us about it!

• Blue Ridge Fiber Festival (June 7 & 8) in beautiful Sparta, NC. Some classes will be offered on June 6.

• Greg mentioned The Monkey's Paw by W. W. Jacobs.
• Greg mentioned Jackie Onassis.
• Greg mentioned Leopard Skin Pillbox Hat by Bob Dylan.

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In Episode 59, Greg and Pam discuss what happens when you knit your projects, what happens when you use your projects, and when you have to fix your projects. They also review Leaflet #10 from Elizabeth Zimmermann's "The Opinionated Knitter."

Special thanks to TheVetsWife for this episode's introduction!

We are Knitcrate Ambassadors! Are you the kind of knitter who would enjoy receiving a surprise package of yarn in the mail every month? Then you need to sign up for a Knitcrate subscription. Every month, you will receive a selection of curated yarn, a pattern specifically paired to use with the yarn, and a treat. Use code KD20 at checkout for 20% off your first package when you sign up for a subscription.

FiberCrafty's independently owned shops are stocked with yarn, fiber, project bags, stitch markers and more. With filter terms specific to yarn and fiber, the ability to save favorites, and a secure checkout process, it's better than a 24 hour fiber festival! For shop owners, our easy to use interface makes selling online easy. FiberCrafty is owned by one woman that has a crazy love of yarn and knitting. Greg's favorite feature? Pants are optional. Shop for your next project at FiberCrafty.

We would love to have YOU record and introduction to the show! You can find details in the Ravelry Group Pages.

• Greg is working on a couple of new designs. More to come.
• Greg continues to work on his Lana Grosa Socks in Lana Grossa Meilenweit Ashbury yarn.

• Pam has been working on her Rickroll by Mary Annarella. She is using yarn from The Fibre Studio.
• Pam also added a few rounds on her CPCTC socks from Sarah Jordan. She is using yarn from ShariArts.
• Pam worked on Gina's Brioche Cowl from Purl Soho and is back to fresh yarn!
• Pam made 8 more swirls for her daughter's college blanket. The pattern is Swirly Pop by Marken of the Hat and I. She is using KnitPicks Chroma Worsted.
• Pam mentioned an old pattern that she had worked on called Filemot.

• Sheryl owns Homespun Heirloom Yarns and she spins gorgeous breed specific yarns in a huge variety of weights and colors. If you want to try handspun and aren't sure where to start, get in touch with Pam!
• PassionKNITS Yarn has offered a coupon code for our listeners! Use code PKY2019 for 20% off your purchase until April 30.
• The weekly FiberCrafty newsletter always has a list of current coupon codes! And other fun stuff. Pam writes it, it's good. You should subscribe.

• We discussed Leaflet #10, pages 56-57 . The pattern included is Woodsman's Socks. Next up, Leaflet #11, pages 57-65.

• Knitting Pipeline with Paula

• Join in on our KAL! Let's explore color dominance with the Stripe Domination Hat by Ellen Silva. See the KAL thread in the Ravelry Group for a pattern discount code. And there is a prize up for grabs!
• Don't forget our Elizabeth Zimmermann KAL! Have you made one of her patterns? Used a technique? Tell us about it!

• Blue Ridge Fiber Festival (June 7 & 8) in beautiful Sparta, NC. Some classes will be offered on June 6.

• The Carolina FiberFest is looking for knit and crochet design submissions for the 2020 Craft-Along. Details are on the website.
• Greg attended Easter Sunrise Service at the Moravian church in Winston-Salem. His wife plays in the band, this was her 35th year playing.
• Patty Lyons' book and DVD about fixing knitting mistakes is a great resource.

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In Episode 58, Greg and Pam discuss Pollen, Divisive Foods and Knitting Spies. They also review Leaflet #9 from Elizabeth Zimmermann's "The Opinionated Knitter."

Special thanks to Diane (scitchr) for this episode's introduction!

We are Knitcrate Ambassadors! Are you the kind of knitter who would enjoy receiving a surprise package of yarn in the mail every month? Then you need to sign up for a Knitcrate subscription. Every month, you will receive a selection of curated yarn, a pattern specifically paired to use with the yarn, and a treat. Use code KD20at checkout for 20% off your first package when you sign up for a subscription.

FiberCrafty's independently owned shops are stocked with yarn, fiber, project bags, stitch markers and more. With filter terms specific to yarn and fiber, the ability to save favorites, and a secure checkout process, it's better than a 24 hour fiber festival! For shop owners, our easy to use interface makes selling online easy. FiberCrafty is owned by one woman that has a crazy love of yarn and knitting. Greg's favorite feature? Pants are optional. Shop for your next project at FiberCrafty.

Notes

We would love to have YOU record and introduction to the show! You can find details in the Ravelry Group Pages.

• Greg is working on a new design. More to come.

• Pam is all the way done with the Stripe Domination Hatfor the KAL. Her niece has approved it as desirable.
• Pam has been working on her Rickrollby Mary Annarella. She is using yarn from The Fibre Studio.
• Pam also (finally) started a new pair of socks. They are the CPCTCsocks from Sarah Jordan. She is using yarn from ShariArts.
• Pam was going to work on Gina's Brioche Cowlfrom Purl SohoBUT she hasn't touched it in a long time and found a lot of mistakes. She decided to rip out about 1.5" and made a tutorial.
• Pam had a sweaterthat needed some repair work so she got that done.

• Sharon is the dyer behind CabinWool Fiber Artsand she has mostly yarn and some fiber. She has some yarns that pair beautifully together if you are looking for some coordinating sets!
• PassionKNITS Yarnhas offered a coupon code for our listeners! Use code PKY2019 for 20% off your purchase until April 30.
• The weekly FiberCrafty newsletteralways has a list of current coupon codes! And other fun stuff. Pam writes it, it's good. You should subscribe.

• We discussed Leaflet #9, pages 52-55 . The pattern included is Garter Stitch Blanket in Sheepsdown. Next up, Leaflet #10, pages 56-57.

• Join in on our KAL! Let's explore color dominance with the Stripe Domination Hatby Ellen Silva. See the KAL thread in the Ravelry Groupfor a pattern discount code. And there is a prize up for grabs!

• Blue Ridge Fiber Festival (June 7 & 8) in beautiful Sparta, NC. Some classes will be offered on June 6.

• The Carolina FiberFest is looking for knit and crochet design submissions for the 2020 Craft-Along. Details are on the website.
• Greg made boiled peanuts in his InstantPot. You can try them, too, using the recipe he found.
• The Heavy Metal Knitting World Championshipsare set for July 11, 2019 in Joensuu, Finland. If any of our listeners participate, let us know!
• Pollen! Greg found some clip that demonstrates the pollenpocalypse. Durham is about 20 minutes west of Pam and an hour east of Greg.
• Slow TV: National Knitting Night, Bergen to Oslo, and National Firewood Night

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In Episode 57, Greg and Pam discuss Winning Things, Finishing Things and Designing Things.

Special thanks to TwinSetEllen for this episode's introduction!

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NOTES

We would love to have YOU record and introduction to the show! You can find details in the Ravelry Group Pages.

• Greg finished a pair of socks! Christmas Is Coming Socks in Dyeabolical Sturdy (version 1) yarn.
• Greg continues to work on his Lana Grosa Socks in Lana Grossa Meilenweit Ashbury yarn.
• Greg continues to work on The Peacock's Tale by Nim Teasdale. He is using Wolle's Yarn Creations Color Changing Cotton in the Growth 2 color way (project page).

• Pam finished the test knit for her friend Martha. She used Anzula Nebulaand APL Crafts Handmade in Blue Galaxy. Martha published the pattern for the Swish Shawl! (Martha's pattern page has good pictures of Pam's finished shawl!)
• Pam finished the 150 Fade. It took a little tweaking but it looks great.
• Pam also finished her Elizabeth Zimmermann Coat! It just needed buttons and button loops.
• Pam is just about done with the Stripe Domination Hat for the KAL. By the time you read this, it will be done.

• Join in on our KAL! Let's explore color dominance with the Stripe Domination Hat by Ellen Silva. See the KAL thread in the Ravelry Group for a pattern discount code. And there is a prize up for grabs!

• Blue Ridge Fiber Festival (June 7 & 8) in beautiful Sparta, NC. Some classes will be offered on June 6.
• Just in case you want to mark your calendar for Carolina FiberFest in 2020, it will be March 13-14.

• PassionKNITS Yarn is a FiberCrafty shop that specializes in handdyed yarn. Ain has offered a coupon code for our listeners! Use code PKY2019 for 20% off your purchase until April 30. You can follow Ain on Instagram, too!
• The weekly FiberCrafty newsletter always has a list of current coupon codes! And other fun stuff. Pam writes it, it's good. You should subscribe.

• We enjoyed a discussion with TwinSetEllen, designer, podcaster and listener!
• We discussed TwinSetJan's Fair Winds Farm online shop (still not stocked but you can book mark it!)
• We also discussed Philosopher's Wool Company and the way they teach color management. There is a video clip on their website.

• One of Greg's treasured purchases from the Carolina Fiber Fest is always the travel mug kit from Knits4Comfort.
• Pam picked up some Bee's Wrap and is looking forward to seeing how it works.

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In Episode 56, Greg and Pam discuss Stash Wrangling, Pickle Jars and DST. They also discuss Leaflet #8 from "The Opinionated Knitter" by Elizabeth Zimmermann.

Special thanks to Christinefor this episode's introduction!

We are Knitcrate Ambassadors! Are you the kind of knitter who would enjoy receiving a surprise package of yarn in the mail every month? Then you need to sign up for a Knitcrate subscription. Every month, you will receive a selection of curated yarn, a pattern specifically paired to use with the yarn, and a treat. Use code KD20at checkout for 20% off your first package when you sign up for a subscription.

FiberCrafty's independently owned shops are stocked with yarn, fiber, project bags, stitch markers and more. With filter terms specific to yarn and fiber, the ability to save favorites, and a secure checkout process, it's better than a 24 hour fiber festival! For shop owners, our easy to use interface makes selling online easy. FiberCrafty is owned by one woman that has a crazy love of yarn and knitting. Greg's favorite feature? Pants are optional. Shop for your next project at FiberCrafty.

We would love to have YOU record and introduction to the show! You can find details in the Ravelry Group Pages.

• Greg continues to work on socks:
  • Lana Grosa Socks in Lana Grossa Meilenweit Ashbury yarn
  • Christmas Is Coming Socks in Dyeabolical Sturdy (version 1) yarn.
• Greg is finished on the Fiber Friends Shawl by Cori Eichelberger. He used Berroco Indio yarn in the Scarlet colorway (project page).
• Greg picked up a languishing WIP: The Peacock's Taleby Nim Teasdale. He is using Wolle's Yarn Creations Color Changing Cottonin the Growth 2 color way (project page).

• Pam is still working on a test knit for her friend Martha. She is using Anzula Nebulaand APL Crafts Handmadein Blue Galaxy.
• Pam put a few more rows on her Stripe Domination Hatfor the KAL.
• Pam is also working on a washcloth using the Gramma's Dishclothpattern.

• Mastering the Knits - Podcast
• TwinSet Designs- Podcast - we specifically mentioned episode 103.

• Join in on our KAL! Let's explore color dominance with the Stripe Domination Hatby Ellen Silva. See the KAL thread in the Ravelry Groupfor a pattern discount code. And there is a prize up for grabs!

• Carolina FiberFest(March 22-23, 2019) in Raleigh, NC. In addition to the main event, CFF will be hosting a casual community even on Saturday March 16 in the Expo building at the NC State Fairgrounds. We will have more details soon, but if you might be able to join us, put it on your calendar! If you are interested in helping out with a volunteer shift, check out the details here.
• Blue Ridge Fiber Festival (June 7 & 8) in beautiful Sparta, NC. Some classes will be offered on June 6.

Stitches United- Atlanta, GA May 30-June 2, 2019

• Sadie Spins Yarnis a FiberCrafty shop that specializes in handdyed fiber and handspun yarn. Sadie has lots of different types of fiber, too!
• The weekly FiberCrafty newsletteralways has a list of current coupon codes! And other fun stuff. Pam writes it, it's good. You should subscribe.

• We discussed Leaflet #8, pages 48-51 . Next up, Leaflet #9, pages 52-55.

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In Episode 55, Greg and Pam discuss Sylva, Sparta and Toronto. They also discuss Leaflet #7 from "The Opinionated Knitter" by Elizabeth Zimmermann.

Special thanks to Ellen of Zephyr Creek Farmfor this episode's introduction!

We are Knitcrate Ambassadors! Are you the kind of knitter who would enjoy receiving a surprise package of yarn in the mail every month? Then you need to sign up for a Knitcrate subscription. Every month, you will receive a selection of curated yarn, a pattern specifically paired to use with the yarn, and a treat. Use code KD20at checkout for 20% off your first package when you sign up for a subscription.

FiberCrafty's independently owned shops are stocked with yarn, fiber, project bags, stitch markers and more. With filter terms specific to yarn and fiber, the ability to save favorites, and a secure checkout process, it's better than a 24 hour fiber festival! For shop owners, our easy to use interface makes selling online easy. FiberCrafty is owned by one woman that has a crazy love of yarn and knitting. Greg's favorite feature? Pants are optional. Shop for your next project at FiberCrafty.

We would love to have YOU record and introduction to the show! You can find details in the Ravelry Group Pages.

• Greg continues to work on socks:
  • Lana Grosa Socks in Lana Grossa Meilenweit Ashbury yarn
  • Christmas Is Coming Socks in Dyeabolical Sturdy (version 1) yarn.
• Greg is about 2/3 finished on the Fiber Friends Shawl by Cori Eichelberger. He is using Berroco Indio yarn in the Scarlet colorway (project page).
• Greg started and finished the Stripe Domination Hatfor the KAL. He hasn't set up a project page for it yet.

• Pam is still working on a test knit for her friend Martha. She is using Anzula Nebulaand APL Crafts Handmadein Blue Galaxy.
• Pam also worked a little on her 150 Fadeby Fiber Me This. She's using some Plymouth Happy Feetshe had dyed.
• Pam worked a little on her merino spinning.
• Pam started prepping the cheviot to spin for socks. She recorded a reviewand a mini fiber prep tutorial. She has a longer version of the tutorialalso.
• Pam started her Stripe Domination Hatfor the KAL.

• The Princeton Reviewweb site has info on collegesand majors/careers.
• Clasped Weft Join

• Down Cellar Studio - Podcast
• Imagined Landscapes- Podcast
• Fruity Knitting- Video Podcast
• The Yarn Harlot- Blog
• Wild Fibers Magazine- It's obvious.

• Join in on our KAL! Let's explore color dominance with the Stripe Domination Hatby Ellen Silva. See the KAL thread in the Ravelry Groupfor a pattern discount code. And there is a prize up for grabs!

• Rising Meadows Farm Shearing Day- Saturday, February 23 - Greg and Blueberry will be attending
• Carolina FiberFest(March 22-23, 2019) in Raleigh, NC. In addition to the main event, CFF will be hosting a casual community even on Saturday March 16 in the Expo building at the NC State Fairgrounds. We will have more details soon, but if you might be able to join us, put it on your calendar! If you are interested in helping out with a volunteer shift, check out the details here.
• Blue Ridge Fiber Festival (June 7 & 8) in beautiful Sparta, NC. Some classes will be offered on June 6.

• Got My Goatof Wynham Farms is a FiberCrafty shop that specializes mohair products and is the exclusive US distributor for Adele's Mohair. She wrote a great blog postabout her trip to South Africa.
• Adele's Mohair in South Africa has an amazing story. You can read it in detail on her website.
• The weekly FiberCrafty newsletteralways has a list of current coupon codes! And other fun stuff. Pam writes it, it's good. You should subscribe.

• We discussed Leaflet #7, pages 42-47 . Next up, Leaflet #8, pages 48-51.
• Pam mentioned the Fruity Knitting Podcast Episode 57features an interview with Meg Swanson.

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In Episode 54, Greg and Pam discuss bait bags, camping with a cat and designers with a D. They also discuss Leaflet #6 from "The Opinionated Knitter" by Elizabeth Zimmermann.

We are Knitcrate Ambassadors! Are you the kind of knitter who would enjoy receiving a surprise package of yarn in the mail every month? Then you need to sign up for a Knitcrate subscription. Every month, you will receive a selection of curated yarn, a pattern specifically paired to use with the yarn, and a treat. Use code KD20at checkout for 20% off your first package when you sign up for a subscription.

FiberCrafty's independently owned shops are stocked with yarn, fiber, project bags, stitch markers and more. With filter terms specific to yarn and fiber, the ability to save favorites, and a secure checkout process, it's better than a 24 hour fiber festival! For shop owners, our easy to use interface makes selling online easy. FiberCrafty is owned by one woman that has a crazy love of yarn and knitting. Greg's favorite feature? Pants are optional. Shop for your next project at FiberCrafty.

We would love to have YOU record and introduction to the show! You can find details in the Ravelry Group Pages.

• Greg continues to work on socks:
  • Lana Grosa Socks in Lana Grossa Meilenweit Ashbury yarn
  • Christmas Is Coming Socks in Dyeabolical Sturdy (version 1) yarn.
• Greg started the Fiber Friends Shawl by Cori Eichelberger. He is using Berroco Indio yarn in the Scarlet colorway (project page).

• Pam started a test knit for her friend Martha. She is using Anzula Nebulaand APL Crafts Handmadein Blue Galaxy.
• Pam finished her Elizabeth Zimmermann's Sideways Gloveswith merino/angora yarn from BaaBerry Farms. She had a major epiphany, you can read about it in her project notes.
• Pam also worked a little on her 150 Fadeby Fiber Me This. She's using some Plymouth Happy Feetshe had dyed.
• Pam still needs to put buttons on her Elizabeth Zimmermann Coat.

• Greg's Bait Binderfor needle storage.
• The 3 ring binder pages (affiliate link) that Pam uses.
• Hillsborough Yarn Shop
  • Sirka Counter
• Physics World Articleon Knit and Stretch
• We reviewed Knitting Modular Shawls (affiliate link) by Melissa Leapman

Podcasts and Designers We Love

• Knitting Pipeline- our thoughts are with you Paula! ♥
• Twinset Designs
• Mastering The Knits
• Prairie Girls Knit & Spin
• Cori Eichelberger

• Join in on our KAL! Let's explore color dominance with the Stripe Domination Hatby Ellen Silva. See the KAL thread in the Ravelry Groupfor a pattern discount code. And there is a prize up for grabs!

• Carolina FiberFest(March 22-23, 2019) in Raleigh, NC. In addition to the main event, CFF will be hosting a casual community even on Saturday March 16 in the Expo building at the NC State Fairgrounds. We will have more details soon, but if you might be able to join us, put it on your calendar!
• Blue Ridge Fiber Festival (June 7 & 8) in beautiful Sparta, NC. Some classes will be offered on June 6.

• LunaStitchis a FiberCrafty shop that specializes in handmade bags and magnetic shawl brooches.
• The weekly FiberCrafty newsletteralways has a list of current coupon codes! And other fun stuff. Pam writes it, it's good. You should subscribe. The Opinionated Knitter(affiliate link)
• We discussed Leaflet #6, pages 36-41. We fell a little bit more in love with EZ. Next up, Leaflet #7, pages 42-47.

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In Episode 53, Greg and Pam discuss Peruvian Highland Wool, Romeldale CVM and Hat Trials.

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FiberCrafty's independently owned shops are stocked with yarn, fiber, project bags, stitch markers and more. With filter terms specific to yarn and fiber, the ability to save favorites, and a secure checkout process, it's better than a 24 hour fiber festival! For shop owners, our easy to use interface makes selling online easy. FiberCrafty is owned by one woman that has a crazy love of yarn and knitting. Greg's favorite feature? Pants are optional. Shop for your next project at FiberCrafty.

• Greg finished Joey's scarf. It was well received.
• Greg finished his Emmen hat (project page) Yarn is The Fiber Seed Sprout Sock.
• Greg finished the Coffee Shop Hat out of mystery yarn (project page).
• Greg continues to work on socks:
  • Lana Grosa Socks in Lana Grossa Meilenweit Ashbury yarn
  • Christmas Is Coming Socks in Dyeabolical Sturdy (version 1) yarn.

• Last time Pam forgot to share a hat she finished called C'mon, Cat Happy by Pattymac Knits for her niece. She used Malabrigo Chunky (not Bulky as was said in the podcast).
• Pam finished her Fish Lips Kiss Heel socks. She's using Lang Jawoll Cotton Stretch Color.
• Pam is on color 3 (of 3) on her 150 Fade by Fiber Me This. She's using some Plymouth Happy Feet she had dyed.
• Pam started a test knit for her friend Martha. She is using Anzula Nebulaand APL Crafts Handmade in Blue Galaxy.
• Pam is casting on Elizabeth Zimmermann's Sideways Gloves with merino/angora yarn from BaaBerry Farms.
• Pam mentioned 2 sock patterns she wants to try by Sarah Jordan.
  • Non-Euclidian is the cuff down version
  • CPCTC is the toe up version
• Pam swatched for the Stripe Domination KAL.

• Safari Nation is a fun place in Greensboro for kids.
• Greg's Coffee Shop: A Special Blend
• Peruvian Highland Wool: As Greg shared, it's a cross between Merino (for softness) and Corriedale (for strength). After consulting The Fleece & Fiber Sourcebook (affiliate link), this breed is not mentioned but the authors state there are so many Merino crosses that their information on merinos is incomplete.
• The Livestock Conservancy
  • Shave 'Em to Save 'Em Challenge
  • List of Conservation Sheep Breeds
• Carolina FiberFest:
  • 2019 Knit Along Fiber Friends Shawl by Cori Eichelberger. Cori's book is Minnesota 52
  • 2019 Crochet Along Carolina Chevron Cowl by Jennifer Rosenfeld
  • 2018 Knit Along – Spring Drops Cowl by Martha Emily

Podcasts and Designers We Love

• Twinset Designs
• KinoKnits
• Behind The Wool
• Sarah Jordan Designs
• knit.fm

• Join in on our KAL! Let's explore color dominance with the Stripe Domination Hat by Ellen Silva. See the KAL thread in the Ravelry Group for a pattern discount code.

• Carolina FiberFest (March 22-23, 2019) – In addition to the main event, CFF will be hosting a casual community even on Saturday March 16 in the Expo building at the NC State Fairgrounds. We will have more details soon, but if you might be able to join us, put it on your calendar!

• Sarah Jordan's shop is Fluvial Fibers – she has beautiful handspun in a wide variety of fiber breeds
• Ellen's shop is Zephyr Creek Farm and she has Romeldale/CVM sheep. Romeldale/CVM is considered a threatened breed. Pam purchased some of the mill spun yarn and it is SO soft.
• The weekly FiberCrafty newsletter always has a list of current coupon codes! And other fun stuff. Pam writes it, it's good. You should subscribe. The Opinionated Knitter (affiliate link)
  • We had a lot to talk about this week! We will discuss Leaflet #6 next time, pages 36-41.

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In Episode 52, Greg and Pam discuss Goals, Sock Length, and Dogs. We also discuss Leaflet #5 from The Opinionated Knitterby Elizabeth Zimmermann.

We are Knitcrate Ambassadors! Are you the kind of knitter who would enjoy receiving a surprise package of yarn in the mail every month? Then you need to sign up for a Knitcrate subscription. Every month, you will receive a selection of curated yarn, a pattern specifically paired to use with the yarn, and a treat. Use code KD20at checkout for 20% off your first package when you sign up for a subscription.

FiberCrafty'sindependently owned shops are stocked with yarn, fiber, project bags, stitch markers and more. With filter terms specific to yarn and fiber, the ability to save favorites, and a secure checkout process, it's better than a 24 hour fiber festival! For shop owners, our easy to use interface makes selling online easy. FiberCrafty is owned by one woman that has a crazy love of yarn and knitting. Greg's favorite feature? Pants are optional. Shop for your next project at FiberCrafty.

• Greg finished socks in sport weight yarn for his mom. He didn't make a project page for it, though. He's currently working on finishing up the socks that are already on his needles: Lana Grosa Socks in Lana Grossa Meilenweit Ashbury yarn and Christmas Is Coming Socks in Dyeabolical Sturdy (version 1) yarn.

• Pam is basically finished with her The Elizabeth Zimmerman Coatusing Cascade Ecological Wool. She just needs to add buttons and button loops.
• Pam knit 5 little Acorn Ornamentsby Carmen Rigby-Willsonwith some yarn she had dyed. She originally was going to make some starsbut decided to save the pattern for the future.
• Pam worked on her Fish Lips Kiss Heel socks. She's using Lang Jawoll Cotton Stretch Color.
• Pam worked on her Rickrollby Mary Annarella/Lyrical Knits. She's using yarn from The Fibre Studio at Yarns to Dye For.
• Pam started her 150 Fadeby Fiber Me This. She's using some Plymouth Happy Feetshe had dyed.
• Pam made a super chunky blanket without needles. She used this tutorialas a starting point.
• Pam started spinning some merino fiber.
• Avery (Pam's daughter) made Daphne (our dog) a reversible bandana. We didn't really have a pattern, just used a folded bandana as a template and added some length for her neck size.

Podcasts and Designers We Love

• Twinset Designs
• Knitting Pipeline
• Thanks to Jenn Sheelan for her Rustic Elegance Shawlpattern!

• We are starting a new KAL! Let's explore color dominance with the Stripe Domination Hatby Ellen Silva. See the KAL thread in the Ravelry Groupfor a pattern discount code.

• Carolina FiberFest(March 22-23, 2019) - In addition to the main event, CFF will be hosting a casual community even on Saturday March 16 in the Expo building at the NC State Fairgrounds. We will have more details soon, but if you might be able to join us, put it on your calendar!

• FiberCrafty got an update! Check out how much easier it is to add favorites, browse the shops, see shop ratings and more.
• Pam is going to be hiring a virtual assistant! She is looking for someone who loves yarn and has social media experience.

• Leaflet #5 discussed, pages 30-35.

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In Episode 51, Greg and Pam wrap up the County Fair KAL and talk with Christian of DadSews.

We are Knitcrate Ambassadors! Are you the kind of knitter who would enjoy receiving a surprise package of yarn in the mail every month? Then you need to sign up for a Knitcrate subscription. Every month, you will receive a selection of curated yarn, a pattern specifically paired to use with the yarn, and a treat. Use code KD20at checkout for 20% off your first package when you sign up for a subscription.

FiberCrafty'sindependently owned shops are stocked with yarn, fiber, project bags, stitch markers and more. With filter terms specific to yarn and fiber, the ability to save favorites, and a secure checkout process, it's better than a 24 hour fiber festival! For shop owners, our easy to use interface makes selling online easy. FiberCrafty is owned by one woman that has a crazy love of yarn and knitting. Greg's favorite feature? Pants are optional. Shop for your next project at FiberCrafty.

Thank you to Christian of DadSews for hanging out with us! He can be found on Facebook, YouTubeand his website. Pam recommended the video 5 of the Dumbest Things You Can Ask a Person Who Sews. Check out his Office Space parody video here. Leave a comment on any video letting him know you heard about it on Unraveling and he will pick some swag winners.

Special thanks to the following small businesses and designers who donated prizes for the County Fair KAL! Please consider supporting them and letting them know you heard about them on The Unraveling Podcast

1 House Elf bag from SewFlo, provided by ShopSewFloSabrina

1 skein of yarn from APL Crafts, provided by chrispaul97Alicia

2 travel mug kits from knits4comfort, provided by Knits4ComfortJennifer

3 copies of the Gateway Shawl pattern, provided by lehcarstlRachel

3 copies of theMitten Hands pattern, provided by lehcarstlRachel

1 copy of the Tripod Hat pattern, provided by ImaginedLandscapeSarah

1 copy of the Pinstripe Mitts pattern, provided by ImaginedLandscapeSarah

1 copy of the Queen of the Castle pattern, provided by jennsheelenJenn

1 copy of the The Only Way Is Up! Cowl pattern, provided by CosyCuteKnitsNaomi

1 copy of the winner's choice from Sara Bauer's Ravelry Store, provided by SarapomegranateSara

1 crochet hook/dpn/pencil keeper, in the winner's choice of Blue Leavesor Autumn Leaves, provided by shilantraAbby

2 Knitcrate Membership crates, provided by KnitCrateand KnittingDaddyGreg

Podcasts We Love

• Ewe University
• Yarns at Yin Hoo
• Imagined Landscapes

• NEW! Join Greg, Pam and Paula of Knitting Pipelineon December 27 from 10:30am-12pm. We will be at Warm 'n Fuzzy, 200 S. Academy St, Suite 140, Cary, NC 27511
• Carolina FiberFest(March 22-23, 2019)

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• Greg is KnittingDaddy on Ravelry, @KnittingDaddy on Instagram, and also writes the KnittingDaddy blog.
• Pam is pammaher on Ravelry, @FiberCrafty and @pammaher on Instagram, and owner of the FiberCrafty marketplace.

In Episode 50, Greg and Pam discuss hands, birds, and armholes. They also discuss Leaflet #4 from The Opinionated Knitterby Elizabeth Zimmermann.

We are Knitcrate Ambassadors! Are you the kind of knitter who would enjoy receiving a surprise package of yarn in the mail every month? Then you need to sign up for a Knitcrate subscription. Every month, you will receive a selection of curated yarn, a pattern specifically paired to use with the yarn, and a treat. Use code KD20at checkout for 20% off your first package when you sign up for a subscription.

FiberCrafty'sindependently owned shops are stocked with yarn, fiber, project bags, stitch markers and more. With filter terms specific to yarn and fiber, the ability to save favorites, and a secure checkout process, it's better than a 24 hour fiber festival! For shop owners, our easy to use interface makes selling online easy. FiberCrafty is owned by one woman that has a crazy love of yarn and knitting. Greg's favorite feature? Pants are optional. Shop for your next project at FiberCrafty.

• Greg knitted a kippah using the Basic Knit Kippah (Yarmulka) In Reverse Stocking Stitch pattern by Jennifer Tocker, yarn is KnitPicks Swish DK (project page).

• Pam primarily worked on The Elizabeth Zimmerman Coatusing Cascade Ecological Wool. She's on sleeve island (1st sleeve island)!
• Pam finished the fingerless gloves for her brother's birthday. Twice. They are Tony's Cashmere Scarf & Gloves. She is using Lion Brand Wool Ease.
• Pam worked on her Fish Lips Kiss Heel socks. She's using Lang Jawoll Cotton Stretch Color.
• Pam finished spinning and playing the Rambouillet fiber.

By Hand Serial- By Hand is a series of lookbooks that focus on different fiber and fabric "making communities" around the country. We gave away a copy -- tune in to see if you won.

Podcasts We Love

• Twinset Designs

• County Fair KAL

• Carolina FiberFest (March 22-23, 2019)

• Pam has started a blog series for shop owners about running a Curated Online shop. The first one can be found on her blog.

• Leaflet #4 discussed, pages 22-25.

• Bird scooters.

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In Episode 49, Greg and Pam discuss preemie hats, teacher gifts, and British Columbia. They also discuss Leaflet #3 from The Opinionated Knitter by Elizabeth Zimmermann.

We are Knitcrate Ambassadors! Are you the kind of knitter who would enjoy receiving a surprise package of yarn in the mail every month? Then you need to sign up for a Knitcrate subscription. Every month, you will receive a selection of curated yarn, a pattern specifically paired to use with the yarn, and a treat. Use code KD20 at checkout for 20% off your first package when you sign up for a subscription.

FiberCrafty's independently owned shops are stocked with yarn, fiber, project bags, stitch markers and more. With filter terms specific to yarn and fiber, the ability to save favorites, and a secure checkout process, it's better than a 24 hour fiber festival! For shop owners, our easy to use interface makes selling online easy. FiberCrafty is owned by one woman that has a crazy love of yarn and knitting. Greg's favorite feature? Pants are optional. Shop for your next project at FiberCrafty.

• Greg is working on Lana Grossa Socks (making up basic pattern), yarn is Lana Grossa Meilenweit Ashbury.
• Greg is finished (sans blocking and buttons) Flower Cardigan by Ewelina Murach, yarn is KnitPicks Swish DK (project page).
• Greg is working on his mitered square blanket (project page).
• Greg started Emmen by Susan B. Anderson, but used the wrong weight yarn (project page).

• Pam crocheted a little baby blanket for her niece's African Market basket baby bed. Mostly double crochet and slightly crooked.
• Pam primarily worked on The Elizabeth Zimmerman Coat using Cascade Ecological Wool. She's making progress!
• Pam started some fingerless gloves for her brother's birthday. They are Tony's Cashmere Scarf & Gloves. She is using Lion Brand Wool Ease.
• Pam worked on her Fish Lips Kiss Heel socks. She's using Lang Jawoll Cotton Stretch Color.
• Pam worked on spinning her final singles of the Rambouillet fiber.
• Pam made a couple of clothesline bowls. There are lots of tutorials on Pinterest but she mostly used this one.

By Hand Serial – By Hand is a series of lookbooks that focus on different fiber and fabric "making communities" around the country. Enter to win your own copy of Lookbook #7 in the Ravelry Group.

• 2 Knit Lit Chicks
• Knitting Pipeline
• Back Stage Knitting
• Prairie Girls Knit And Spin
• Twinset Designs
• Yarns At Yin Hoo

• Preemie Hat Drive
• County Fair KAL

• Carolina FiberFest (March 22-23, 2019)

• Pam has started a blog series for shop owners about running a Curated Online shop. The first one can be found on her blog.

• Leaflet #3 discussed, pages 22-25
• Greg talked about the Stripe Domination hat pattern if you want to experiment with color dominance.

• Pam's neighborhood Halloween Parade can be seen here.
• We talked about Penzey's Spices which is mostly mailorder and amazing.

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• Pam is pammaher on Ravelry, @FiberCrafty and @pammaher on Instagram, and owner of the FiberCrafty marketplace.

In Episode 48, Greg and Pam discuss hurricanes, geometry, and Leaflet #2.

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• FiberCrafty'sindependently owned shops are stocked with yarn, fiber, project bags, stitch markers and more. With filter terms specific to yarn and fiber, the ability to save favorites, and a secure checkout process, it's better than a 24 hour fiber festival! For shop owners, our easy to use interface makes selling online easy. FiberCrafty is owned by one woman that has a crazy love of yarn and knitting. Greg's favorite feature? Pants are optional. Shop for your next project at FiberCrafty.

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Notes

• Projects
  • Greg is working on Lana Grossa Socks (making up basic pattern), yarn is Lana Grossa Meilenweit Ashbury.
  • Pam sewed a little bed and pillow for her 3 year old niece's "baby". She put it in a short, oval African Market basket. Nothing to link to, it was all in her head.
  • Pam primarily worked on The Elizabeth Zimmerman Coatusing Cascade Ecological Wool. It's getting cold!
  • Pam worked on her Swirly PoPblanket. She is using KnitPicks Chroma Worstedand KnitPicks Mighty Stitch. Up to 43 motifs!
  • Pam worked on her Fish Lips Kiss Heel socks. She's using Lang Jawoll Cotton Stretch Color.
  • Pam worked on her Rickroll Wrapby Mary Annarella. She's using The Fibre Studioone Color Play Kit (minis) and one coordinating skein of their superwash merino.
  • Pam finished 4 blanket squaresfor a group effort blanket. The pattern is Patchwork Trio Afghanby Diane Zangl.
• Podcasts We Love
  • The Knitmore Girls
  • The Crafty Hive
  • The Best Day Ever! Crafting Podcast
  • Prairie Girls Knit And Spin
• Current/Upcoming Unraveling Events
  • County Fair KAL
• Upcoming Events Where You Might Find Us
  • SAFF (October 26-28, 2018) Greg will be in attendance on Friday, October 26. Pam won't make it this year.
  • Carolina FiberFest(March 22-23, 2019)
• FiberCrafty
  • The Spun Bunny- Marissa is based in New Salem, PA and has really cute bunnies on her Instagramfeed. She has a beautiful, huge selection of yarn and spinning fiber and has fabulous color sense.
• The Opinionated Knitter(affiliate link)
  • Leaflet #2 discussed, pages 16-21
  • We also mentioned a few groups and resources on Ravelry that are focused on Elizabeth Zimmermann and her patterns.
    • Group: Zimmermaiacs!
    • Group: Baby Surprise Jacket
    • Group: ;) A Knitter's Choice(not mentioned on the podcast but another resource!)
    • Resource: List of Elizabeth and Meg Patterns
    • Resource: BSJ Wiki
  • Misc
    • Knitting Addiction– shop Greg visited in the Outer Banks
    • Arkansas Yarn Co– Greg met Lori (the owner) when he was in the Outer Banks
    • Banker Horse

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• Greg is KnittingDaddy on Ravelry, @KnittingDaddy on Instagram, and also writes the KnittingDaddy blog.
• Pam is pammaheron Ravelry, @FiberCraftyand @pammaheron Instagram, and owner of the FiberCraftymarketplace.

In Episode 47, Greg, Pam and guest Avery talk about cows, travel knitting, and dictionaries.

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• We are Knitcrate Ambassadors! Are you the kind of knitter who would enjoy receiving a surprise package of yarn in the mail every month? Then you need to sign up for a Knitcrate subscription. Every month, you will receive a selection of curated yarn, a pattern specifically paired to use with the yarn, and a treat. Use code KD20at checkout for 20% off your first package when you sign up for a subscription.
• FiberCrafty'sindependently owned shops are stocked with yarn, fiber, project bags, stitch markers and more. With filter terms specific to yarn and fiber, the ability to save favorites, and a secure checkout process, it's better than a 24 hour fiber festival! For shop owners, our easy to use interface makes selling online easy. FiberCrafty is owned by one woman that has a crazy love of yarn and knitting. Greg's favorite feature? Pants are optional. Shop for your next project at FiberCrafty.

Notes

• Projects
  • Greg is working on Lana Grossa Socks (making up basic pattern), yarn is Lana Grossa Meilenweit Ashbury.
  • Greg finished Baby Surprise Jacket(and still needs to create a project page).
  • Pam worked on The Elizabeth Zimmerman Coatusing Cascade Ecological Wool.
  • Pam is also working on 3 blanket squares for a group effort blanket. The pattern is Patchwork Trio Afghanby Diane Zangl.
  • Pam finished the Pioneer Braid Scarffor Foster Care to Success Red Scarf program. She's using Sirdar Escape Chunky, which bled a lot.
  • Pam mentioned her languishing project Gina's brioche cowlfrom Purl Soho.
  • Avery is working on Trillianby Martina Behm. She is using some mystery yarn that we know has yak in it!
• Current/Upcoming Unraveling Events
  • County Fair KAL
• Upcoming Events Where You Might Find Us
  • Rising Meadows Farm Days(September 30, 2018)
  • SAFF (October 26-28, 2018)
  • Carolina FiberFest(March 22-23, 2019)
• FiberCrafty
  • Lots of fall yarns and fiber, plus Holiday items are starting to show up!
• The Opinionated Knitter
  • We will cover Leaflet #2 next episode.
• Pam mentioned KnitChatswhich is a new knitting (and crochet) community. They offer a free interactive knitting (and crochet) hotline! Plus we have some fun discussions in their forums.
• We also saw Susan (LeagleEagle) who hosts the Criminally Creativevideo podcast.
• We reviewed The Knitter's Dictionary: Knitting Know-How from A to Zby Kate Atherley (affiliate link)

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• Greg is KnittingDaddy on Ravelry, @KnittingDaddy on Instagram, and also writes the KnittingDaddy blog.
• Pam is pammaheron Ravelry, @FiberCraftyand @pammaheron Instagram, and owner of the FiberCraftymarketplace.

In Episode 46, Greg and Pam talk about storms, sweaters, and state fairs.

Sponsors

• We are Knitcrate Ambassadors! Are you the kind of knitter who would enjoy receiving a surprise package of yarn in the mail every month? Then you need to sign up for a Knitcrate subscription. Every month, you will receive a selection of curated yarn, a pattern specifically paired to use with the yarn, and a treat. Use code KD20at checkout for 20% off your first package when you sign up for a subscription.
• FiberCrafty's independently owned shops are stocked with yarn, fiber, project bags, stitch markers and more. With filter terms specific to yarn and fiber, the ability to save favorites, and a secure checkout process, it's better than a 24 hour fiber festival! For shop owners, our easy to use interface makes selling online easy. FiberCrafty is owned by one woman that has a crazy love of yarn and knitting. Greg's favorite feature? Pants are optional. Shop for your next project at FiberCrafty.

Notes

• Projects
  • Greg is working on Lana Grossa Socks (making up basic pattern), yarn is Lana Grossa Meilenweit Ashbury.
  • Greg Finished on Little Giraffe(project page).
  • Greg started a Baby Surprise Jacket(and needs to create a project page).
  • Pam finished her Stormy Sky Shawlby Life Is Cozy.
  • Pam started The Elizabeth Zimmerman Coatusing Cascade Ecological Wool.
  • Pam also started the Pioneer Braid Scarffor Foster Care to Success Red Scarf program. She's using Sirdar Escape Chunky.
  • Pam played with some yarn dyeing for a future project, the 150 Fade.
• Current/Upcoming Unraveling Events
  • County Fair KAL
• Upcoming Events Where You Might Find Us
  • Rising Meadows Farm Days(September 30, 2018)
  • SAFF (October 26-28, 2018)
  • Carolina FiberFest(March 22-23, 2019)
• FiberCrafty
  • My Grandma's Gardenis a FiberCrafty shop with fantastic handmade ceramic buttons, spinners' diz and handspun yarn. Handmade buttons can add the perfect finishing touch!
• The Opinionated Knitter
  • We discussed Leaflet #1 in The Opinionated Knitter(affiliate link). It includes a pattern for a Fair Isle Yoke Pullover, and the beginnings of Elizabeth's Percentage System.

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This post contains affiliate links. That means that if you click on a link to Craftsy, Cooperative Press, Amazon, or Knitcrate and subsequently make a purchase, we'll receive a small commission from the sale. You pay the same, and the commissions will help cover our podcasting expenses. Our opinions are always our own, and we're never compensated to endorse any particular product or service.

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• Greg is KnittingDaddy on Ravelry, @KnittingDaddy on Instagram, and also writes the KnittingDaddy blog.
• Pam is pammaheron Ravelry, @FiberCraftyand @pammaheron Instagram, and owner of the FiberCraftymarketplace.

In Episode 45, Greg and Pam talk about learning, lightening bugs, and levies.

Sponsors

• We are Knitcrate Ambassadors! Are you the kind of knitter who would enjoy receiving a surprise package of yarn in the mail every month? Then you need to sign up for a Knitcrate subscription. Every month, you will receive a selection of curated yarn, a pattern specifically paired to use with the yarn, and a treat. Use code KD20at checkout for 20% off your first package when you sign up for a subscription.
• FiberCrafty'sindependently owned shops are stocked with yarn, fiber, project bags, stitch markers and more. With filter terms specific to yarn and fiber, the ability to save favorites, and a secure checkout process, it's better than a 24 hour fiber festival! For shop owners, our easy to use interface makes selling online easy. FiberCrafty is owned by one woman that has a crazy love of yarn and knitting. Greg's favorite feature? Pants are optional. Shop for your next project at FiberCrafty.

Notes

• Projects
  • Fox Paws is a wrap that both Pam and Greg are interested in. There is a kit available from Craftsy (affiliate link).
  • Greg is finished with his Firefly Riot Socks(making up basic pattern), yarn is Lavender Lune Yarn Co. Glitter.
  • Greg is working on Lana Grossa Socks (making up basic pattern), yarn is Lana Grossa Meilenweit Ashbury.
  • Greg is working on Little Giraffe(project page).
  • Pam finished a super secret (not really) handspun project. It's a potholder! Hopefully she can get a "recipe" written up.
  • Pam changed her mind and won't be knitting the Einstein Coatby Sally Melville. (Which is still fantastic). She will be knitting The Elizabeth Zimmerman Coatinstead. Here's a fun videoof people modeling theirs.
  • Pam started the Citrus Hatby Laura Treadwaywith some Polwarth handspun.
  • Pam had a spa day for her Lendrumspinning wheel after she finished spinning some fiber. Then she started spinning some Rambouillet and loves it. Several shops on FiberCrafty have some in stock.
• Current/Upcoming Unraveling Events
  • County Fair KAL
• Upcoming Events Where You Might Find Us
  • Rising Meadows Farm Days(September 30, 2018)
  • SAFF (October 26-28, 2018)
  • Carolina FiberFest(March 22-23, 2019)
• FiberCrafty
  • Thank you to those who participated in the FiberCrafty survey! Pam got some great feedback and suggestions.
  • Pam published an interviewwith shop owner Brenda Vance of Split Rock Ranch.
• The Opinionated Knitter
  • New Feature! We will be exploring the book The Opinionated Knitter(affiliate link). This is a collection of Elizabeth Zimmermann's iconic newsletters. In this episode we introduce Elizabeth and the book. You can read even more on her Wikipedia page. We also mentioned Cat Bordhi's Mobius Cast on.
• Misc
  • Ann Tudor Stitch Markers
    • Greg's Interview
    • Pam's Interview
  • Fiona the Hippo
  • Cook Outis the best fast food restaurant around
  • Regional Breakdown of "Firefly" Vs. "Lightening Bug"
  • Synchronous fireflies
  • Crafts Industry Alliance Tariffs Article

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• Greg is KnittingDaddy on Ravelry, @KnittingDaddy on Instagram, and also writes the KnittingDaddy blog.
• Pam is pammaheron Ravelry, @FiberCraftyand @pammaheron Instagram, and owner of the FiberCraftymarketplace.

In Episode 44, Greg and Pam talk about pickles, opinions, and pocket-sized festivals.

Sponsors

• We are Knitcrate Ambassadors! Are you the kind of knitter who would enjoy receiving a surprise package of yarn in the mail every month? Then you need to sign up for a Knitcrate subscription. Every month, you will receive a selection of curated yarn, a pattern specifically paired to use with the yarn, and a treat. Use code KD20at checkout for 20% off your first package when you sign up for a subscription.
• FiberCrafty'sindependently owned shops are stocked with yarn, fiber, project bags, stitch markers and more. With filter terms specific to yarn and fiber, the ability to save favorites, and a secure checkout process, it's better than a 24 hour fiber festival! For shop owners, our easy to use interface makes selling online easy. FiberCrafty is owned by one woman that has a crazy love of yarn and knitting. Greg's favorite feature? Pants are optional. Shop for your next project at FiberCrafty.

Notes

• Projects
  • Greg is working on Firefly Riot Socks(making up basic pattern), yarn is Lavender Lune Yarn Co. Glitter.
  • Greg is going to pick up the Flower Cardigan (kids)out of hibernation soon. (Project page)
  • Pam finished her Mini Bubblesby Kieran Foley. Yarn is Wolle's Yarn Creations Color Changing Cotton. (Project page)
  • Pam finished a super secret (not really) handspun project. Stay tuned.
  • Pam swatched for the Einstein Coatby Sally Melville. Yarn is Cascade Ecological Wool. The Einstein Coat is found in the book The Knit Stitch (affiliate link).
  • Pam worked on a Swirly Pop Blanketby Marken The Hat & I. Yarn is KnitPicks Chroma Worstedin Lakefront.
  • Pam is casting on the Citrus Hatby Laura Treadwaywith some Polwarth handspun.
  • Pam sewed a book cover and very loosely used this tutorial.
• Current/Upcoming Unraveling Events
  • County Fair KAL
• Upcoming Events Where You Might Find Us
  • Rising Meadows Farm Days(September 30, 2018)
  • SAFF (October 26-28, 2018)
  • Carolina FiberFest(March 22-23, 2019)
    • Call for Crochet and Knit Along Designers
    • Call for Workshops
• FiberCrafty
  • Pam is having a drawing for a FiberCrafty Gift Certificate for people who provide feedback about the website using this survey. Drawing closes Thursday, 8/23.
• The Opinionated Knitter
  • New Feature! We will be exploring the book The Opinionated Knitter(affiliate link). This is a collection of Elizabeth Zimmerman's iconic newsletters. Next episode will begin with an overview. Each subsequent episode we will cover her newsletters one by one. Get your own copy and follow along!
• Misc
  • These pickle pops are for ultimate pickle fans only.
  • North Carolina Mountains-To-Sea Trail
  • Perseids Meteor Shower
  • Gibson Les Paul Guitarand Fender Telecaster Guitar

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• Greg is KnittingDaddy on Ravelry, @KnittingDaddy on Instagram, and also writes the KnittingDaddy blog.
• Pam is pammaheron Ravelry, @FiberCraftyand @pammaheron Instagram, and owner of the FiberCraftymarketplace.

In Episode 43, Greg and Pam talk about Stitch Markers, Yarn Crawls, and Becoming a "Capital-K" knitter.

Sponsors

• We are Knitcrate Ambassadors! Are you the kind of knitter who would enjoy receiving a surprise package of yarn in the mail every month? Then you need to sign up for a Knitcrate subscription. Every month, you will receive a selection of curated yarn, a pattern specifically paired to use with the yarn, and a treat. Use code KD20 at checkout for 20% off your first package when you sign up for a subscription.
• FiberCrafty's independently owned shops are stocked with yarn, fiber, project bags, stitch markers and more. With filter terms specific to yarn and fiber, the ability to save favorites, and a secure checkout process, it's better than a 24 hour fiber festival! For shop owners, our easy to use interface makes selling online easy. FiberCrafty is owned by one woman that has a crazy love of yarn and knitting. Greg's favorite feature? Pants are optional. Shop for your next project at FiberCrafty.

Notes

• Thank you to
  • Sara Bauer for sending Pam a copy of the Humblebeesock pattern.
• Projects
  • Greg is working on Lana Grossa Socks (making up basic pattern), yarn is Lana Grossa Meilenweit Ashbury.
  • Greg finished Here We Gnome Againby Sarah Schira. Yarn is Knitted Wit Victory Sockand Lavender Lune Yarn Co. Glitter. (Project page)
  • Pam is working on Mini Bubblesby Kieran Foley. Yarn is Wolle's Yarn Creations Color Changing Cotton. (Project page)
  • There is a groupto destash Wolle's Yarn bits, which are highly sought.
• Podcasts We Love
  • Yarns At Yin Hoo
  • Actually Knitting (PAL KAL)
  • Imagined Landscapes (Here We Gnome Again KAL)
  • Behind The Wool
  • knit.fm
• Upcoming Events
  • County Fair KAL
• Past Events
  • Central Carolina Yarn Crawl
• FiberCrafty
  • Using handspun yarn is like magic. If you want to get your hands on some, FiberCrafty has a filter, making it easy to find.
  • Fluvial Fibers Handspunis a new shop specializing in handspun. It's owned by Sarah, co-host of the Behind the Wool podcast (see above). Sarah is also a designer and has a plethora of patterns on Ravelry!
• Misc
  • Cook-Out -- *AND* their menuis online!
  • Knitting Daddy Greg's Knitting Origin Story
  • Pam's Youtube Channel
  • Knitting Math Tutorial

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• Greg is KnittingDaddy on Ravelry, @KnittingDaddy on Instagram, and also writes the KnittingDaddy blog.
• Pam is pammaheron Ravelry, @FiberCraftyand @pammaheron Instagram, and owner of the FiberCraftymarketplace.

In Episode 42, Greg and Pam talk about life, the universe, and everything.

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Notes

• Thank you to
  • Tiffany for meeting with Pam and giving her a notions pouch. Visit her etsy shop: TheProjectBag.
  • Sara Bauer for sending Greg a copy of the Humblebeesock pattern.
• Projects
  • Greg is working on Lana Grossa Socks (making up basic pattern), yarn is Lana Grossa Meilenweit Ashbury.
  • Greg snagged his Blue Box Exploding Socks.
  • Pam is working on Stormy Sky Shawl by lifeiscozy. Yarn is Indigo Dragonfly Chameleon Sock. (Project page)
  • Pam is working on Mini Bubblesby Kieran Foley. Yarn is Wolle's Yarn Creations Color Changing Cotton. (Project page)
  • Pam is working FLK socks. Yarn is Lang Yarns Jawoll Cotton Stretch Color. (Project page)
  • Pam is looking for an asymmetrical triangular shawl. Here is the bundle of ideas she started. She also mentioned the Vamping Shawl. If you have any suggestions, leave them in the episode thread on Ravelry for her.
• Greg and Pam reviewed the book Wool and Wine(affiliate link).
• Podcasts We Love
  • Down Cellar Studio
  • Yarns At Yin Hoo
  • Actually Knitting (PAL KAL)
• Upcoming Events
  • Rare Find Farms
  • Central Carolina Yarn Crawl
• FiberCrafty
  • Pam talked about the Uptown Bag from Baa Berry Farms.
  • Debi is offering 20% off until July 31. Use code TDF2018
• Pam's Youtube Channel

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In Episode 41, Greg and Pam talk about broken ribs, reference books, and needles.

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Notes

• Thank you to
  • Reanna Lynne for sending me a copy of the Which Way to Cuzco? pattern.
• Projects
  • Greg is working on Lana Grossa Socks (making up basic pattern), yarn is Lana Grossa Meilenweit Ashbury.
  • Pam is working on Stormy Sky Shawl by lifeiscozy.
• Knitcrate Blog
• Vogue Knitting: The Ultimate Knitting Book(affiliate link)
• Actually Knitting (PAL KAL)
• Needles
  • ChiaoGoo
  • Karbonz
  • FlexiFlips
  • Dreamz
• Carolina Fiber Fest
• FiberCrafty

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In Episode 40, Greg talks about fender benders, perfect socks, and travel knitting.

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Notes

• Thank you to Sarah Schira for sending me a copy of the Tripod Hatpattern.
• Projects
  • Working on 3 pair of socks: Ent Socks (finished), Christmas Is Coming Socks (in progress), and Pairfect Socks(finished). Yarns used: Dyeabolical Sturdy (version 1), Skirted Fleece Mill Yakity-Yak, One Twisted Tree Prime, Schachenmayr Regia Pairfect Design Line By Arne & Carlos
  • Finished Alaska(project page) with KnitCircus Greatest of Ease.
• 60 Quick Knits For Beginners(affiliate link)
• Carolina Fiber Fest
• Rohn Strong
• Stitch And Pitch
• KnittingDaddy's Origin Story
• SewFlow
• TSA
• Patterns
  • Smoke In The City Hat
  • Knits 4 Comfort Tumbler
  • Rickroll Wrap
• Ravelry Road Trip Planner
• FiberCrafty

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In Episode 39, Greg talks about falling asleep, quick hats, and lip balm.

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Notes

• Thank you to Sarah Schira for sending me a copy of the Tripod Hatpattern.
• Podcasts mentioned
  • Imagined Landscapes
  • Prairie Girls Knit And Spin
  • Tightly Spun
• Greensboro Tornado
• Easter Themed Gifts
• Projects
  • Working on 3 pair of socks: Ent Socks (finished), Christmas Is Coming Socks (in progress), and Pairfect Socks(in progress). Yarns used: Dyeabolical Sturdy (version 1), Skirted Fleece Mill Yakity-Yak, One Twisted Tree Prime, Schachenmayr Regia Pairfect Design Line By Arne & Carlos
  • Working on The Peacock's Tale(project page) with Wolle's Yarn Creations Color Changing Cotton 100 gr.
  • Finished Alaska(project page) with KnitCircus Greatest of Ease.
• Local Yarn Store Day
• Stitch Pointyarn shop
• Gate City Yarnsyarn shop
• 60 Quick Knits For Beginners(affiliate link)
• Fiber Fests
  • Carolina Fiber Fest
  • Rhinebeck
  • SAFF
• Apple CozyPattern
• Twist Fiber StudioYarn
• Twin Birch
• Spring Drops Cowl
• FiberCrafty (previously discussed on Episode 36)
• Vogue Knitting

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In Episode 38, Greg talks about going blind, bent needles, and spinning.

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Notes

• Smoke In The City hat pattern
• Seed Stitch: Beyond Knit 1, Purl 1 (affiliate link)
• Carolina Fiber Fest
• Projects
  • Greg finished a Smoke In The City hat with Twist Fiber Studio Haywood Worsted yarn.
  • Greg is working on 2 pair of socks: Ent Socks and Christmas Is Coming Socks. Yarns used: Dyeabolical Sturdy (version 1), Skirted Fleece Mill Yakity-Yak, One Twisted Tree Prime
  • Greg is working on The Peacock's Tale (project page) with Wolle's Yarn Creations Color Changing Cotton 100 gr.
• Podcasts mentioned
  • Prairie Girls Knit And Spin
  • in a sKnit
• SAFF (previously discussed on Episode 36)
• Neko curved double pointed needles for socks (affiliate link)
• Karbonz needles by Knitter's Pride
• Abby Franquemont
  • Respect The Spindle book (affiliate link)
  • Abby's Patreon page

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In Episode 37, Greg talks about possession, patterns, and plans.

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Notes

• Vermont Craft Tours
• Vermont Craft Tours YouTube
• Scrappy Sock Yarn Preemie Hat Pattern
• Projects
  • Greg is working on 2 pair of socks: Ent Socks and Christmas Is Coming Socks
  • Greg finished the Spring Drops Cowl pattern by Martha Emily (project page). He used Dragonfly Fibers Djinni Sock in the Monster Mash colorway. and loved working with that yarn, even it it might not have been the best color for the project.
  • Greg finished the En Pointe Shawlette pattern by Joyce Fassbender (project page). He used Audine Wools Worsted in the Turtledove colorway.
  • Greg finished a new design: Smoke In The City (pattern to be published soon!). Project pages: small and large versions. He drew inspiration from Seed Stitch: Beyond Knit 1, Purl 1 (affiliate link) by Rosemary Drysdale.
• Carolina Fiber Fest

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Episode 36: FiberCrafty

In Episode 36, Greg chats with Pam Maher of FiberCrafty.

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Notes

• SAFF
• FiberCrafty
• ShariArts
• Carolina Fiber Fest
• Rhinebeck
• Questionable Origin
• Debbie Duck Yarns
• Ol' North State Knitting Guild

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In Episode 35, Greg and Joey talk about degrees of separation, designing a hat, and hiking.

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Notes

• Thank-Yous
  • Joey thanks everyone for their kind words and support as he steps back from the show. We're all going to miss Joey.
• Projects
  • Joey provides an update on the scarf for his son.
  • Greg finished socks for his mom (project page).
  • Greg finished the Checkbox Cowl, pattern by Ellen M. Silva (project page).
  • Greg finished the Tempest Hat, pattern by Emily Johannes (project page).
  • Greg Finished the Safe Harbor cowl, pattern by Heather Zoppetti (project page).
  • Greg finished a new hat design that he plans to release soon.
  • Greg is working on the En Pointe Shawlette, pattern by Joyce Fassbender(project page).
  • Greg is working on a couple of pair of socks for himself.
• Giveaway
  • Greg and Joey gave away a copy of Seed Stitch: Beyond Knit 1, Purl 1 (affiliate link) by Rosemary Drysdale. Thanks to Sixth & Spring Books from Sterling Publishing Co., Inc., we have a copy to give away to one of our listeners. Tune and see if you won!
• Events
  • Almost all prizes from the County Fair KAL have been delivered. The remaining prizes will be going out soon.
  • Ravellenic Games: The Unraveling Podcast is throwing in with Team Sasquatch for the Ravellenic Games.
• Misc
  • Sinead O'Connor Tears Up A Photo Of The Pope On Live TV
  • What's In Your Knitting Tool Kit? — a blog post written by Greg for KnitCrate
  • Rugby World Cup
  • AT Approach Trail
  • Amicalola Falls State Park — check out Joey's pictures in his Flickr album: Hiking to the Len Foote Hike Inn and Joey's photos from the Amicalola Falls West Ridge Trail
  • Arabia Mountain National Heritage Area — check out Joey's pictures in his Flickr album: Arabia Mountain Nature Preserve
  • Georgia Aquarium