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Episode 291 from 2021-12-19T14:06:29
In this episode, I provide a quick update on December knitting projects. Then, I share a conversation I had with Kelly Vaughn (knitswag), who is working to update Virginia Woods Bellamy's Number Kn...
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Episode 290 from 2021-12-12T14:54:06
Holiday gift making is complete and I celebrated by casting on a bunch of new projects. In this episode I talk about knitting gnomes, making carrot bacon, my dismissive attitude toward swatching, a...
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Episode 289 from 2021-11-21T19:15:35
It's the launch of a new pattern -- this time for a colorwork cowl with a clever grafting technique called "stranded donut grafting." You'll hear all about it from expert knitter and tech editor El...
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Episode 288 from 2021-11-07T15:52:35
My new cowl design is coming on November 22 -- listen for details and enter to win a copy! I announce the winner of Pompom Quarterly Issue no. 39, and talk about holiday gift knitting, plus some pr...
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Episode 287 from 2021-10-24T14:47:52
It's the Rhinebeck Review episode, in which I tell you all about my weekend at the New York Sheep & Wool Festival. There's also a prize, so listen to find out how to enter and post a comment on IG...
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Episode 286 from 2021-10-12T12:53:54
Fall is here! Sweater knitting is picking up and the NY Sheep & Wool Festival is just around the corner. In this episode, I'll catch you up on the saga of my RB sweater and share chats with MJ Pac...
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Episode 285 from 2021-09-19T14:26:24
You know how it is: complete one pair of self-striping socks . . . cast on another! In this episode, I provide an update on Rhinebeck sweater progress and share some very special things that happen...
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Episode 284 from 2021-08-29T21:02:05
It's a catch-up on two recently completed projects, plus the announcement of winners for EZ'S BSJ KAL, and share some thoughts about mending.
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Episode 283 from 2021-08-04T17:19:27
It's been a month (almost), and I have lots of making news, including another Amy jumpsuit hack, an upcycled Anthopologie belt, Tour de Fleece yardage, summer recipes I've been loving, and a poem b...
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Episode 282 from 2021-07-11T17:55:35
This episode begins with a list of recent and upcoming fiber events that you can attend in-person and virtually! Then, I continue with updates on my projects and my complete list of summer reading.
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Episode 281 from 2021-06-19T18:22:26
In Part 8 of our eight-part series, we discuss the situations that arise as knitters seek clarity about what constitutes an original design and how to negotiate issues of crediting design and techn...
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Episode 280 from 2021-06-13T16:03:29
In this episode, I talk about my completed KnitLoops socks, a shawl in progress, working on woodturning, and give a recommendation for a BBQ sauce made with rhubarb. Of course there are new socks ...
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Episode 279 from 2021-06-06T12:24:25
This episode is focused on institutional responses to Elizabeth Zimmermann’s impact on knitters, knitting, and the industry. Dr. Lilly Marsh discusses evidence of the durability of EZ's influence.
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Episode 278 from 2021-05-22T16:08
In this episode, I talk about my completed Derecho sweater, and share the details of several new projects, including Knitloops socks in self-striping yarn from Knit Spin Farm, the Craghill shawl in...
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Episode 277 from 2021-05-02T15:56:13
So far we’ve been talking about what Elizabeth was doing . . . what avenues she was pursuing and how she was developing the channels she had for communicating to her readers, listeners, and viewers...
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Episode 276 from 2021-04-23T15:40:08
Amy Jumpsuit by Closet Core patterns (hack to dress), Glynn sweater, "ted talk" by Jenny Zhang, link to Distelfink hat pattern on Meghan's website, about Mulberry Hill Farm, link to Maryland Sheep ...
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Episode 275 from 2021-04-14T15:19:28
This episode centers on discussion of Elizabeth Zimmermann's newsletters -- how they evolved over time from a sales list to the biennial publication Wool Gathering; how they became a means for EZ t...
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Episode 274 from 2021-04-11T17:52:26
A stripe-y cowl for spring in Birch Hollow Fibers' yarn, McCall's M7969, seriously awesome sock yarn from KnitSpinFarm, and "Windchime" by Tony Hoagland.
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Episode 273 from 2021-04-02T12:32:58
This episode is focused primarily on Zimmermann’s early work with industry and how she managed a parallel track between developing her own mail order yarn and design publication business with her i...
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Episode 272 from 2021-03-29T14:21:38
In this episode, I catch you up on my recent projects. There's lots of sewing, including this darling clothespin bag, a dress with voluminous sleeves, and more mending for Mom. I've begun knittin...
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Episode 271 from 2021-03-13T18:17:04
In the third part of an eight-part series with Dr. Lilly Marsh, we learn how Elizabeth Zimmermann's desire for quality materials evolved into a business opportunity. We also hear about her partici...
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Episode 270 from 2021-03-08T17:46:01
This episode is chock full of finished and new projects, plus I've added a new post-apocalyptic life skill and some quilting to my list!
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Episode 269 from 2021-02-27T19:37:17
In the second part of an eight-part series, Dr. Lilly Marsh helps us get to know Elizabeth Zimmermann. We get to hear EZ's knitting origin story, learn about three aspects of her knitting identit...
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Episode 268 from 2021-02-15T16:11:16
Winter Storm Uri is only hours away, so here's the latest in knitting, kal, birding, and spinning news! Look for spinning progress on my supported and suspended spindles as I add photos to my IG st...
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Episode 267 from 2021-02-09T14:23:40
In this, the first of an eight-part series, I talk with Dr. Lilly Marsh, who examined the influence of EZ in her doctoral thesis at Purdue University. In this episode, Dr. Marsh explains the genes...
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Episode 266 from 2021-01-26T16:01:13
It's a quick episode, with some announcements and updates on knitting projects! I will work on coming back with some photos later this week!
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Episode 265 from 2021-01-18T16:02:31
New projects on the needles, a finished garment that has been months in the making, more experimentation with espresso powder, and our inaugural poet!
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Episode 264 from 2021-01-05T00:08:56
In this episode, I provide a review of some recently completed knitting and stitching projects, and share some ideas for using espresso powder. Known as “chocolate’s best friend,” this product dee...
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Episode 263 from 2020-12-18T17:56:37
I recorded in the early hours of December 16th, with Winter Storm Gail approaching. In this episode, I share the details of my forthcoming hat design, recent knitting project, and an interview wit...
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Episode 262 from 2020-11-23T15:38:11
I’ve been thinking a lot about gratitude this week. These meditations have been fueled by webinars, conversations with friends, and reading. In this episode, I share some of those thoughts, as we...
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Episode 261 from 2020-11-11T15:29:43
In this episode, I there is sock talk, progress on my Bressay, lots of ideas for fall cooking, and some stories from our getaway to Beacon, NY. I close the episode with a new-to-me poem by a very ...
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Episode 260 from 2020-10-28T16:19:45
Project updates, poetry, making sense of meal planning, and the enigmatic influence of goddesses. THE BACK PORCH Toe-up socks (RAVELRY LINK) knit from a sock blank dyed by Maria of Ninjachickens. ...
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Episode 259 from 2020-10-12T11:40:59
Since receiving my stenciled fabric from FiberTrek Sarah, I’ve been in a stitch trance. In this episode, I talk about starting my first Alabama Chanin-inspired garment. There’s a bit of knitting, ...
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Episode 258 from 2020-10-05T15:03:42
We went apple picking near Kerhonkson, NY. Determined to remember what we picked, I asked Samuel to photograph apples with their markers. The Cox Orange Pippin was new to me and a tremendous find...
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Episode 257 from 2020-09-21T14:06:58
It was an adventurous weekend, with crafting ups and downs, and a new pattern release. Thank you so much for joining me. Pictured here is my first piece of shisha embroidery, thanks to the teachin...
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Episode 256 from 2020-09-14T14:49:21
NEW DESIGN — COMING SEPTEMBER 20th! Deep in the Forest, a cowl in fingering OR worsted weight yarn, will be released with tiered pricing. This is your final chance to purchase the first design in ...
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Episode 255 from 2020-08-31T12:17:36
In anticipation of the hungry ghost moon, here is Episode 255 for your listening enjoyment. I talk about knitting projects, and some stitching. I also share a poem and provide an overview of the ...
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Episode 254 from 2020-08-16T14:50:20
PODIVERSARY! Seven years ago, I recorded Episode 1 of the Yarns at Yin Hoo podcast. Since then, I’ve been fortunate to make friends, learn new crafts, and up my knitting game as a result. Thank y...
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Episode 253 from 2020-07-26T15:14:09
In this episode, I talk about past, present and future makes, including the Seabright Swimmer from Friday Pattern Co. I also share the cake recipe I’ve been baking nonstop, and a poem from Corneli...
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Episode 252 from 2020-06-21T13:30:57
In this episode I share the inspiration and creation of my most recent knitting design — the first in a collection inspired by Clarissa Pinkola Estés’ Women Who Run with the Wolves — that will be r...
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Episode 251 from 2020-06-19T12:13:36
ANAPHORA & MUHAMMARA The Back Porch Rift by Jaqueline Cieslak in Green Mountain Spinnery Cotton Comfort sock darning (woven patch technique) by Bristol Ivy from Making Magazine No. 5 COLOR #powerp...
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Episode 250 from 2020-05-23T11:59:58
The Back Porch short socks knit in It’s a Chard Sock Life from KnitSpinFarm The Front Porch Taking Back the River, a pattern for toe-up socks, is currently being test knit and will be published on ...
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Episode 249 from 2020-05-01T16:15:25
Test Knitters Wanted! I have completed a draft for a toe-up sock pattern, the first in a four-pattern collection that takes its inspiration from Clarissa Pinkola Estés’ Women Who Run with the Wolve...
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Episode 248 from 2020-04-17T12:47:43
It’s all about the small pleasures this episode. A knitting project went bust, but I’m so enjoying my Moonrise pendant and some new spinning fiber. Also in this episode: crackers, potted herbs an...
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Episode 247 from 2020-04-06T11:33:32
A finished spinning project, plus knitting, felting and a poem in anticipation of April’s Pink Moon. I’ve been thinking about cooking and baking with spice blends like za’atar and lining up interes...
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Episode 246 from 2020-04-03T21:09:29
April is National Poetry Month. US Poet Laureate, Joy Harjo claims, “Without poetry, we lose our way.” William Carlos Williams wrote, “It is difficult / to get the news from poems / yet men die mi...
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Episode 245 from 2020-03-27T15:03:34
It’s another episode delivered blog style, but this time I do have some photographs and show notes. (mask)MAKER I’ve been very busy with sewing masks for health care workers. I’m using the pattern...
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Episode 244 from 2020-03-20T14:20:54
Episode 244 was recorded blog style over the course of three days. Please excuse my lack of show notes, as my screentime these days is intense! I wanted to get some content out to listeners who ha...
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Episode 243 from 2020-03-08T15:07:14
This week, I added the Scalloway Tam to my collection of knits from Marie Wallin’s SHETLAND. I’ve also been busy with a new sewing project for Spring. This month we’re discussing sheet pan cookin...
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Episode 242 from 2020-02-23T14:32:07
Thanks to recipe ideas contributed by listeners, I have continued to experiment with fruit in savory dishes this week, and have discovered a dish that will go into regular rotation. It’s the perfe...
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Episode 241 from 2020-02-09T14:03:36
This episode’s cover art features the fiber art of Becky Stevens. Her sashiko-inspired wall hanging, More Stories to be Told, was among my favorite pieces from the Explorations in Felt exhibit at...
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Episode 240 from 2020-02-01T15:44:40
In this episode I share the details of two finished projects and my recent visit to Vogue Knitting Live in NYC. Katy of Katrinkles demonstrates a new tool from her shop: a small, finger-held distaf...
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Episode 239 from 2020-01-12T16:07:06
There were so many lovely posts about listener interest in Little Women in the thread for Ep 238. Thank you for sharing. I learned that the style of shawl worn by all five characters at one point...
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Episode 238 from 2019-12-28T16:43:41
Beth’s shawl in Greta Gerwig’s adaptation of Little Women took my breath away. The whole film is a whirl of beautiful textiles, but this piece in particular caught my interest. The colors are rich;...
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Episode 237 from 2019-12-15T16:36:07
#homedecmal prizes Use any of the fiber arts to craft something for the home. This MAL will run through the month of December and prizes will be awarded in January. Ravelry pattern prize from Meli...
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Episode 236 from 2019-11-24T16:42:38
What considerations guide your clothing purchases? In this episode, I share some of my thoughts on this subject and talk about a few places I shop when the “BUY” pinnacle of the purchasing pyramid...
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Episode 235 from 2019-11-17T19:48:16
A farm visit, a friends’ getaway, shopping at Finch, finished projects and jeans making! This episode is packed with fiber-y goodness. #homedecmal Join in the fun of the Home Dec Make-along, runni...
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Episode 234 from 2019-10-27T14:10:03
It was a beautiful Saturday at the New York Sheep & Wool Festival last weekend. In this episode, I reminisce about my weekend of fiber, friends, and fun, talk about my shopping, and plan new proje...
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Episode 233 from 2019-10-06T15:33:58
It’s knitting season! Feeling invigorated by the chill in the air and the changing colors of leaves, I have been finishing projects and have lots of ideas about what to cast on next. In anticipati...
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Episode 232 from 2019-09-30T17:29:43
The Forest Floor sock pattern will be available for purchase on Friday, October 4th. Check out the beautiful versions of this design knit by my test knitters. Receive a $2 discount on any of my so...
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Episode 231 from 2019-09-18T13:48:03
Upcoming Classes at Hope’s Favorite Things Learn to Spin on a Suspended Spindle — October 6th Tubular Cast on and Bind Off — November 14th On the Porch Forest Floor socks — pattern coming in Octobe...
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Episode 230 from 2019-08-30T14:58:46
This podcast is supported by your purchase of my knitting patterns on Ravelry. Thank you so much for shopping! News and Events test knitters wanted for my most recent sock design NJ Sheep Breeders...
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Episode 229 from 2019-08-04T13:11:35
After a break during some blazing hot weather, I’ve returned to knitting on my Yell cardigan. Thank goodness. I’ve also started a new project with some handspun from stash, and I talk about my TdF ...
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Episode 228 from 2019-07-21T13:12:33
A finished sweater, progress on a sock spin, and a new source for fabric to make a wearable muslin! The Back Porch Niamh by Isabell Kraemer Tour de Fleece I’m spinning for sock yarn on my Louët S1...
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Episode 227 from 2019-07-07T13:32:36
It’s hot, humid, and I’m working on house projects at Yin Hoo. My limbs are tired and I can only muster the energy for easy fiber projects at the moment! #yogisockskal Thank you to everyone who ha...
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Episode 226 from 2019-06-20T11:39:38
The #yogisockskal will continue during July and August. Use my free pattern for yoga socks on Ravelry and post your progress to Instagram and on the Ravelry thread. I will be making a donation to...
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Episode 225 from 2019-06-02T19:47:42
In this episode I provide the details of the #yogisockskal taking place during the month of June. Want to join in and knit a pair of yoga socks for yourself or a friend? The directions will unfol...
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Episode 224 from 2019-05-28T15:45:35
So many crafty adventures have happened in the month of May. It’s taken me awhile to get a new episode together, but I have been posting quite faithfully on IG using #memademay and providing the d...
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Episode 223 from 2019-05-05T14:22:55
THE FRONT PORCH Summer by Ankestrick Yoga Socks by Jennifer Wang Yell by Marie Wallin MARIE WALLIN KNITALONG Use #mariewallinkall on IG and post photos, questions, progress notes to the Ravelry thr...
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Episode 222 from 2019-04-22T14:19:59
Don’t obsess over your weight; eat like a heroine; exercise intuitively and renew through nature — sound advice and ‘elegant strategies’ that can be extracted from Jane Austen’s novels and applied ...
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Episode 221 from 2019-04-14T20:21:42
DISTELFINK, my new design for a colorwork beanie in fingering weight yarn, will be available on Ravelry April 15th. I adore Meghan of Distelfink Fiber, and was so proud to deliver a booth sample an...
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Episode 220 from 2019-03-31T13:14:53
This episode is a primer for getaway participants, and includes an overview of the retreat, information about lodging, dining and activities, plus tips for packing. The details will be sent to all...
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Episode 219 from 2019-03-24T17:55
News & Announcements I’m in need of a few test knitters for my new design — a colorwork beanie. Please get in touch via Ravelry if you’re interested. The Knit Local Getaway is fully booked! I’ll ...
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Episode 218 from 2019-03-10T23:51:54
This week I talk about knitting and sewing projects, recipes, and a recent purchase of leggings and a sports bra from Girlfriend Collective. If you’d like to sign up for the Knit Local Getaway lott...
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Episode 217 from 2019-02-24T16:08:16
In this episode, I work on cultivating a contemporary warrior princess vibe with a completed Nimue sweater, plus, new cast-ons and and my discovery of a new collection by a poet whose work I have l...
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Episode 216 from 2019-02-09T19:42:57
In this episode I share the details of my newest sock design, Venus & Cupid, as well as completed and just-begun knitting projects. As I often do on this podcast, I investigate how poetry helps me...
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Episode 215 from 2019-01-19T14:03:16
News & Announcements contact me via PM on Ravelry if you’d like to enter the lottery for the Knit Local Getaway the winter session of Fleece to Finished Object is fully-subscribed, but you can cont...
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Episode 214 from 2019-01-13T14:45:58
Happy New Year! In this episode, I share an update on recent projects, and respond to prairiepoet’s question about the tubular cast on and bind off that I have referenced so frequently over the pa...
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Episode 213 from 2018-12-28T01:26:39
How many knitting projects is the perfect number of knitting projects? For me, three is ideas. Any more, and projects languish. Fewer, and I don’t do as much knitting. Since the last episode, I’...
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Episode 212 from 2018-12-16T23:58:24
I’m smitten with this little ceramic village by Allison Borthwick of Buchlyvie Pottery. It’s such a charming addition to our holiday decorations and sits in tranquility on my kitchen window sill. A...
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Episode 211 from 2018-12-02T15:23:57
What’s November 31st? It’s a holiday for knitters. How do you celebrate? Stay up late to complete the project you had all month to knit. Around 11:45 pm, pour yourself a Scotch to celebrate while ...
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Episode 210 from 2018-11-18T21:05:20
I’ve been infatuated with hand embroidery and dimensional appliqué on knitted fabric over the past week. Now it’s time to get back to my knitting if I want to complete the Doocot during the month ...
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Episode 209 from 2018-11-04T15:22:57
The gift of a pattern and inspiration from a new book are just what I needed to revitalize my making this week. The Back Porch For the second time, I’ve completed the Lotta dress. I’m much happier...
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Episode 208 from 2018-10-27T19:16:55
Success mending one garment gives me the courage to snip into another on this week’s episode. I talk about new patterns in my queue, yarns I’m itching to knit with, and my adventures at NYS&W with...
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Episode 207 from 2018-10-14T16:40:22
Lovage is complete and I absolutely adore it. I’m so pleased with the fit and the clarity of the colorwork. Hopefully Rhinebeck Weekend will be suitably chilly so I can wear this sweater all day ...
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Episode 206 from 2018-09-16T16:00:45
How yellow is too yellow when it comes to the colorwork in Marie Wallin’s Lovage sweater? That’s what I’m trying to decide this week as I work my way up the yoke after attaching the sleeves to the...
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Episode 205 from 2018-09-03T15:25:58
Thank you for your generous donations to Elysa’s Knit Happens to Help project. They have been coming in all summer until I took a trunk full to school. Elysa will accept donations until Hallowee...
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Episode 204 from 2018-08-22T13:51:24
In this very special episode, I join my friend Hope at her shop and we talk over our visit to Quiet Valley Farm, where we spent the day in period costume and learned about the harvest and preparati...
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Episode 203 from 2018-08-08T14:54:33
The Back Porch Iris by ririko in Elsbeth Lavold LinSilk I-cord + tassel necklace in Samite yarn with copper hardware a variation on the Humblebee sock pattern TOUR DE FLEECE! 97 grams of spindle-sp...
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Episode 202 from 2018-07-20T12:41:40
I pre-recorded this episode for you to enjoy while I’m vacationing in Provincetown, Massachusetts. I’ve packed waaay too many projects, but it’s good to have options, right? I also share a poem b...
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Episode 201 from 2018-07-15T15:18:03
It was so hot that I didn’t do much knitting. I was busy with a number of other projects, however, and managed to find some air conditioned crafting situations over the course of the past two week...
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Episode 200 from 2018-07-01T15:44:35
Thank you for your part in the Yarns at Yin Hoo community. It has been nearly five years and I’m so grateful for the friendships, knowledge, skill, and inspiration I’ve acquired as a result of deci...
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Episode 199 from 2018-06-24T17:24
On Thursday, July 19th, I’ll be facilitating an introduction to spinning on a Turkish spindle at Hope’s Favorite Things near Bangor, PA. If you’re interested in the class, contact Hope’s shop! The...
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Episode 198 from 2018-06-03T13:43:25
In this special edition of the podcast, I include a few of my regular segments, as well as interviews with two fiber arts students in the Gifted & Talented Program at the school where I work. The B...
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Episode 197 from 2018-05-28T14:27:55
The Back Porch Handmade Endless Summer Tunics in knit and woven fabrics radiant despite a light drizzle. My mother has made several of these and Laura is modeling her first knit version, which is ...
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Episode 196 from 2018-05-02T14:40:42
Post your photos of the Humblebee socks on this thread! Yarn Lover at Large Foster Sheep Farm Yarn Shop Battenkill Fibers Carding and Spinning Mill Hudson Valley Textile Project St. Mary’s on the H...
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Episode 195 from 2018-04-17T22:07:19
Thank you to everyone who has purchased a copy of Humblebee, my first pattern for knitted socks. Your purchase funds Heifer International‘s effort to provide gifts of honeybees to agrarian communi...
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Episode 194 from 2018-04-10T20:17:40
The Humblebee pattern will be available on Ravelry on Saturday, April 14th. Knit from cuff to toe, these socks feature a beautiful textured pattern on the front, a column of bees down the back, an...
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Episode 193 from 2018-03-27T22:01:24
I’ve decided to seize the opportunity to record a short episode on a Tuesday afternoon so that I can fill you in on some of my recent projects. The Back Porch I love these mitts, improvised with Sp...
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Episode 192 from 2018-03-11T14:06:49
Winter Storms Reilly and Quinn sent us packing for a few nights, and we were grateful for the warmth, coziness, and good food of my mother’s house. While there, I was drawn to the many textures an...
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Episode 191 from 2018-02-25T17:57:15
This episode features updates of my stitching on several projects, a new design ready for test knitters, adventures in fermentation with paneer and water kefir, as well as a book recommendation. A...
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Episode 190 from 2018-02-04T15:16:39
This episode includes three completed knitting projects, a lettlopi sweater in progress, a review of Addi’s Flexi Flip needles, and the details of how I’ve been making water kefir. February is Nati...
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Episode 189 from 2018-01-15T14:58:55
This episode includes introductions, projects in progress, the very short history of my first fermentation experiment, and an update on the Knit Local Getaway. I also announce the winner of the Fib...
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Episode 188 from 2017-12-31T15:36:15
This episode features contest news, The Back Porch, The Front Porch, Ever-expanding Skill Set, and Sew Forth. Enter to win this beautiful handspun laceweight yarn, project bag and lip balm — all in...
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Episode 187 from 2017-12-17T19:51:05
In this episode, I talk about my recently completed Deschain sweater, pictured above. I love it! In January, I plan a series of knits designed by Caitlin Hunter. Finally, I announce a giveaway s...
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Episode 186 from 2017-12-10T15:13:17
This week, I announce the prize winners for the #embroidermore stitch along. There’s a new project on the needles, plans for a reversible dress, an overload of holiday coziness, plus–filled and st...
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Episode 185 from 2017-11-26T18:41:03
In honor of the Thanksgiving holiday, I’m sharing a series of food-related poems and provide an update on my latest projects. On the Porch Improvised sock on Foster Sheep Farm hand-dyed sock yarn B...
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Episode 184 from 2017-11-19T22:51:11
“Gratitude is a quality similar to electricity: it must be produced and discharged and used up in order to exist at all.”
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Episode 183 from 2017-11-05T15:07:47
This week’s episode includes finished socks, more knitting on an old project, gift knitting, braising and baking, and some chatter about instant gratification and the locally-produced market. The B...
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Episode 182 from 2017-10-29T14:15:56
It’s all about my visit to the New York Sheep & Wool Festival in this episode.
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Episode 181 from 2017-10-15T14:17:33
Process vs. product knitting is a focus of this episode, as I have completed a year-long project just in time for the upcoming New York Sheep and Wool Festival. The Back Porch Bressay Dress by Gudr...
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Episode 180 from 2017-09-23T13:00:23
Two days: two dresses. I talk about using the skills I’ve acquired over three years of working on my handmade wardrobe and how I employed them to take on some new challenges in dressmaking. AVAIL...
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Episode 179 from 2017-09-17T15:31:57
New Pattern: Concordia My most recent pattern design is knit with Concordea yarn, created by Carole of Foster Sheep Farm and spun at Battenkill Fiber Mill. Concordea is a gorgeous, sport weight ...
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Episode 178 from 2017-09-03T13:31:08
One of my little notions pouches features this cute pig and the the mantra “Change is Good” — a nice sentiment for the start of the new school year and the return of structure to my days. This epis...
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Episode 177 from 2017-08-28T15:05:48
One complete knitted dress and another on the needles, it has been a busy week of knitting. I also talk about embroidery, the drudgery of planning sack lunches, the winner of the Brushwork giveaway...
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Episode 176 from 2017-08-20T15:06:03
It’s been a beautiful week here on the porch of Yin Hoo. In this episode, I talk about making progress on knitting, fleece processing, and sewing projects. I also review some of the gorgeous Brushw...
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Episode 175 from 2017-08-13T14:18:09
Casting off, casting on, incorporating magic ingredients, and new sewing challenges. It’s all here in this episode. The Back Porch This heirloom piece will be a favorite and a wardrobe staple. It’...
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Episode 174 from 2017-08-01T14:31:03
So much color in the Natural Dye Intensive course I took with Jane Woodhouse. The class, hosted by Hope’s Favorite Things, was an excellent primer on achieving the natural color you want by making...
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Episode 173 from 2017-07-16T14:55:54
“Perennials” is the term assigned to the new ageless generation. of 40+ women. Find out more in this article by Leah Hardy in the UK Telegraph. The Front Porch Yarn Lover at Large And Sew Forth
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Episode 172 from 2017-07-04T12:39:22
This episode includes: The Back Porch, The Front Porch, Ever-expanding Skill Set, And Sew Forth. I announce the winners of #summertopmal prizes at the top of this episode. Thank you for contributi...
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Episode 171 from 2017-06-18T16:04:06
This episode includes the following segments: Yarn Lover at Large, The Front Porch, The Back Porch, and Off the Shelf. Yarn Lover at Large Georgia O’Keeffe Living Modern exhibit at the Brooklyn Mus...
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Episode 170 from 2017-06-04T16:04:56
This episode includes the following segments: The Front Porch, The Back Porch, Ever-expanding Skill Set, and Gratitude Journal. #summertopsmal prize update Knit, sew, crochet, upcycle, embellish — ...
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Episode 169 from 2017-05-21T16:21:31
This episode includes the following segments: On the Porch, Ever-expanding Skill Set, and Yarn Lover at Large. There is lots of news from MDSW and NHS&W. Plus, I announce the winners of the “Regio...
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Episode 168 from 2017-05-07T14:21:44
This episode features the following segments: The Back Porch, The Front Porch, and Gratitude Journal. This episode includes a giveaway. Listen and post here for a chance to win! The Back Porch Sock...
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Episode 167 from 2017-04-23T13:55:14
This episode includes the following segments: The Back Porch, The Front Porch, Off the Shelf, and Gratitude Journal. The Back Porch The Front Porch Jasmine Tea by Amanda Bell Off the Shelf More tip...
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Episode 166 from 2017-04-21T12:10:03
This episode features an interview with local shop owner Hope Horn. She opened Hope’s Favorite Things in October 2015. This charming shop in the Village of Richmond has gifts, aromatherapy products...
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Episode 165 from 2017-04-18T14:41:12
This episode includes the following segments: Yarn Lover at Large, Off the Shelf, Ever-expanding Skill Set, and Sew Forth. Yarn Lover at Large Off the Shelf Are you memorizing a poem in celebration...
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Episode 164 from 2017-04-08T14:51:37
This episode is intended for participants in the upcoming Knit Local Getaway. I provide an overview of the weekend, some packing tips, and other details. If you’re registered for the retreat, you s...
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Episode 163 from 2017-04-08T14:47:36
This episode features the following segments: The Front Porch, The Back Porch, Ever-expanding Skill Set, and Off the Shelf. Cover Art by Samuel St. Thomas The Front Porch Join in the Summer Tops Ma...
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Episode 162 from 2017-03-26T14:33:13
This episode includes the following segments: The Front Porch, Ever-expanding Skill Set, and Sew Forth. The Front Porch Pattern Ideas for the Summer Top Make-along Silken Straw Summer Sweater from ...
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Episode 161 from 2017-03-19T15:35:04
This episode features the following segments: The Back Porch, The Front Porch, Ever-expanding Skill Set, and Off the Shelf. NEW PATTERN RELEASE Distelfink Fiber Company DK-weight yarn The Back Porc...
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Episode 160 from 2017-03-11T15:04:45
This episode includes the following segments: The Back Porch, The Front Porch, Ever-expanding Skill Set, And Sew Forth. The Back Porch The Front Porch Summer Tops Make-along: Sew, Knit, Crochet —...
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Episode 159 from 2017-03-05T18:22:55
This episode is devoted to a review of the Ann Carolyn Smock, a design by Ellen Mason. This pattern is independently printed and distributed and is available on Ellen’s Etsy shop.
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Episode 158 from 2017-03-05T18:17:39
This episode includes the following segments: The Front Porch, Ever-expanding Skill Set, and Gratitude Journal. At the end of the episode, I announce the prize winner for our Taproot Make-along. T...
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Episode 157 from 2017-02-20T14:46:43
This episode includes the following segments: The Back Porch, Off the Shelf, and The Front Porch. The Back Porch I’ve been using improved versions of left and right-leaning decreases. This is the ...
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Episode 156 from 2017-02-16T00:14:45
This episode contains the following segments: The Back Porch, The Front Porch, Ever-expanding Skill Set, and Off the Shelf. Resources for Healthy Relationships February is National Dating Violence ...
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Episode 155 from 2017-02-05T15:49:27
This episode includes the following segments: The Back Porch, Ever-expanding Skill Set, and Off the Shelf. The Back Porch Ever-expanding Skill Set Curried Purple Cabbage & Sweet Potato Soup recipe ...
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Episode 154 from 2017-01-29T18:11:57
This episode contains a personal narrative about my participation in the DC Women’s March on January 21st. Thank you to everyone who marched or supported the march through their words and actions. ...
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Episode 153 from 2017-01-29T17:50:28
This episode includes the following segments: Ever-expanding Skill Set, Yarn Lover at Large, and Off the Shelf. If you entered the lottery for the Knit Local Getaway, you should have received a mes...
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Episode 152 from 2017-01-15T17:18:34
I’ve been thinking about how many small steps build to a momentous journey. The Back Porch Ever-expanding Skill Set Off the Shelf Lucille Clifton (1936-2010) Clifton is noted for saying much with...
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Episode 151 from 2017-01-08T17:18:18
The Front Porch I’m working on a recipe for my socks. I think I have the details worked out, and I’ve knit the cuff for each sock. Knitting socks in tandem on dpns is really my thing. Ever-expandi...
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Episode 150 from 2017-01-02T19:07:06
Knit Local Getaway Listen to Episode 149 for more information. For links and pricing, visit the getaway page. The lottery opened on January 1 and will remain open through January 15. Taproot Make-a...
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Episode 149 from 2016-12-30T15:36:55
In this brief episode, I provide details about upcoming Knit Local Getaway in Washington County, New York. You can find additional information on the Getaway page. The lottery opens on January 1 an...
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Episode 148 from 2016-12-27T00:36:34
The Back Porch The Front Porch Journal Cowl by Beatrice Perron Dahlen
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Episode 147 from 2016-12-19T23:56:29
What is on your holiday wish list? Please drop a line in the Ravelry group to let me know what you’re wishing for . . . or what turns up in your stocking or under your tree. The Back Porch for li...
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Episode 146 from 2016-12-11T18:54:50
A winter storm is on the way, so I got to the studio early to record this episode. Contents include a bit of chinwaggin’ about the past few weeks, finished projects and new on the needles, plus som...
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Episode 145 from 2016-11-27T20:47:59
I’m back with Episode 145 after a #digital detox this week. This episode includes the following segments: The Back Porch, The Front Porch, Ever-expanding Skill Set, and details about the Taproot ma...
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Episode 144 from 2016-11-20T17:01:50
This episode features the following segments: The Back Porch, Fleece-wise Update, Gratitude Journal, and Sew Forth. I will be taking a digital detox during this week of Thanksgiving. Bovine Social ...
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