Friday, February 28, 2014
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Episode 129: I am Pollyanna
This week I share a finished object, and progress on a few of my projects. We have a couple of drawings an I talk a little about Bar Maids, the upcoming tutorials, and the Knit Your Stash Challenge for 2014.
FO's
Watch Cap - My project pageWIPS
Basic Socks - Featherweight Socks - My Project Page
Knit Swirl - Tangerine Rose - My Project Page
Little Big Shrug - My Project Page
Grania - Beaded Shawl for Mom - My Project Page
Basic Socks - Cuff Down - My Project Page
Transitioning to Winter - My Project Page #2
Marley's Garden - My Project Page
Modern Log Cabin Blanket - My Project Page
Sock Yarn Blanket Pattern - My Project Page
Spinning
Fibernymph - Knit-topia Custom Colorway - Semi Solid Purple
Into the Whirled - Website - Polwarth/Silk - Green - Variegated - Blue
WoolGatherings - Merino/Silk - My Stash Page
Product / Book Reviews:
Geo-Mitt-Rix - by Maria YarleyCurrent Knit-A-Longs
Knit Your Stash:
Upload and post all your stash, or maybe just what you plan to complete this year. This must be done by March 31, 2014. Starting April 1, 2014 you can start posting your finished objects from stash. You must only use stash that was acquired prior to March 31, 2014 for any project you submit to this KAL. If you have questions please ask.
Charity
Halo of HopeTutorial
Stash Enhancement
EventsKnit-topia - March 13-23, 2014
Zombie Knitpocalypse
Apps and Games
YouTube - Beta Testing - 2x Speed
Skein
Earndit.com
Sims 3
Knit Trick
Downcast
eBay Needles - 47" Cable - 16" Cable - 32" Cable - 31" Cable
Connect to Knitting Blooms feed on Downcast: http://knittingblooms.com/feed/
My Fitness Pal - available on iTunes
Truly Committed to Weight Loss on My Fitness Pal
FitBit - available on iTunes - My Profile Page
Nike + Running
Biggest Loser Club - Forums are no longer free
Don't Starve - Tutorials - Play the game HERE - Join the fun.
Scan to PDF Mobile - also available on iTunes
Cam Scanner
Miscellaneous Stuff
QuiltMoxie The Podcast - Ariana - Ravelry Group
Knitting For Hire Resources:
Designers Group on Ravelry
Indy Pattern Design Resources
Storage Bobbins - Bobbins Up - Art U Wear
My Points - If you are interested in joining just send me a message with your email and I will send you an invitation.
Ravelry Group for the Podcast: Knitting Blooms
Knit-topia 2014: March 13 - 23, 2014
Prices:Entire retreat: $320
Two Legs: $240
One Leg: $140
We currently have a few open spots for the 2014 retreat, contact me if you are interested. Please contact me for additional information, or check out the Knit-topia Website.
Podcast Sponsor
EP128: Sims with Mods
In this episode I share what I have been doing the last few weeks. I quickly share all of my WIPS. There is talk of a new KAL, as well as some drawings and lots of other stuff.
FO's
WIPSBasic Socks - Featherweight Socks - My Project Page
Knit Swirl - Tangerine Rose - My Project Page
Little Big Shrug - My Project Page
Grania - Beaded Shawl for Mom - My Project Page
Basic Socks - Cuff Down - My Project Page
Transitioning to Winter - My Project Page #2
Marley's Garden - My Project Page
Modern Log Cabin Blanket - My Project Page
Sock Yarn Blanket Pattern - My Project Page
Spinning
Fibernymph - Knit-topia Custom Colorway - Semi Solid Purple
Into the Whirled - Website - Polwarth/Silk - Green - Variegated - Blue
WoolGatherings - Merino/Silk - My Stash Page
Product / Book Reviews:
Geo-Mitt-Rix - by Maria YarleyCurrent Knit-A-Longs
Still going - Colorwork Mittens - knit any color work mitten pattern using fingering weight yarn and post your finished object in the thread before the end of January.
Still going - Spinuary - Spin up 4 oz or more and ply it in January to enter to win some fantastic prizes.
Knit Your Stash:
Upload and post all your stash, or maybe just what you plan to complete this year. This must be done by March 31, 2014. Starting April 1, 2014 you can start posting your finished objects from stash. You must only use stash that was acquired prior to March 31, 2014 for any project you submit to this KAL. If you have questions please ask.
Charity
Halo of HopeTutorial
Stash Enhancement
EventsKnit-topia - March 13-23, 2014 - Spots available
Zombie Knitpocalypse
Apps and Games
YouTube - Beta Testing - 2x Speed
Skein
Earndit.com
Sims 3
Knit Trick
Downcast
eBay Needles - 47" Cable - 16" Cable - 32" Cable - 31" Cable
Connect to Knitting Blooms feed on Downcast: http://knittingblooms.com/feed/
My Fitness Pal - available on iTunes
Truly Committed to Weight Loss on My Fitness Pal
FitBit - available on iTunes - My Profile Page
Nike + Running
Biggest Loser Club - Forums are no longer free
Don't Starve - Tutorials - Play the game HERE - Join the fun.
Scan to PDF Mobile - also available on iTunes
Cam Scanner
Miscellaneous Stuff
QuiltMoxie The Podcast - Ariana - Ravelry Group
Knitting For Hire Resources:
Designers Group on Ravelry
Indy Pattern Design Resources
Storage Bobbins - Bobbins Up - Art U Wear
My Points - If you are interested in joining just send me a message with your email and I will send you an invitation.
Ravelry Group for the Podcast: Knitting Blooms
Knit-topia 2014: March 13 - 23, 2014
Prices:Entire retreat: $320
Two Legs: $240
One Leg: $140
We currently have a few open spots for the 2014 retreat, contact me if you are interested. Please contact me for additional information, or check out the Knit-topia Website.
Podcast Sponsor
Saturday, February 1, 2014
Saturday, January 25, 2014
Episode 127 - Cold AGAIN!
In this episode I show progress on just one of my knitting projects. We talk a bit about Knit-topia and the available spots. I share my step goals for 2014. I talk about my unofficial challenge for Ravellenics. There is a book review and a drawing, and I also share the answer to how I take care of my hand knit socks.
FO's
WIPSBasic Socks - Featherweight Socks - My Project Page
Knit Swirl - Tangerine Rose - My Project Page
Transitioning to Winter - My Project Page #2
Little Big Shrug - My Project Page
Marley's Garden - My Project Page
Modern Log Cabin Blanket - My Project Page
Sock Yarn Blanket Pattern - My Project Page
Spinning
Into the Whirled - Website - Polwarth/Silk - Green - Variegated - Blue
Fibernymph - Knit-topia Custom Colorway - Semi Solid Purple
WoolGatherings - Merino/Silk - My Stash Page
Product / Book Reviews:
Geo-Mitt-Rix - by Maria YarleyCurrent Knit-A-Longs
Colorwork Mittens - knit any color work mitten pattern using fingering weight yarn and post your finished object in the thread before the end of January.
Spinuary - Spin up 4 oz or more and ply it in January to enter to win some fantastic prizes.
Charity
Halo of HopeTutorial
Stash Enhancement
EventsKnit-topia - March 13-23, 2014 - Spots available
Zombie Knitpocalypse
Apps and Games
YouTube - Beta Testing - 2x Speed
Skein
Earndit.com
Sims 3
Knit Trick
Downcast
eBay Needles - 47" Cable - 16" Cable - 32" Cable - 31" Cable
Connect to Knitting Blooms feed on Downcast: http://knittingblooms.com/feed/
My Fitness Pal - available on iTunes
Truly Committed to Weight Loss on My Fitness Pal
FitBit - available on iTunes - My Profile Page
Nike + Running
Biggest Loser Club - Forums are no longer free
Don't Starve - Tutorials - Play the game HERE - Join the fun.
Scan to PDF Mobile - also available on iTunes
Cam Scanner
Miscellaneous Stuff
Knitting For Hire Resources:
Designers Group on Ravelry
Indy Pattern Design Resources
Storage Bobbins - Bobbins Up - Art U Wear
My Points - If you are interested in joining just send me a message with your email and I will send you an invitation.
Ravelry Group for the Podcast: Knitting Blooms
Knit-topia 2014: March 13 - 23, 2014
Prices:Entire retreat: $320
Two Legs: $240
One Leg: $140
We currently have a few open spots for the 2014 retreat, contact me if you are interested. Please contact me for additional information, or check out the Knit-topia Website.
Podcast Sponsor
Saturday, January 18, 2014
Saturday, January 11, 2014
Episode 126 - Happy New Year!
In this episode I share a new crafty addiction. I also show two sudo finished objects and one other WIP. There are also some drawings. Enjoy!
FO's
Basic Socks - Cuff Down Heel Flap - My Project Page #22Basic Socks - My Project Page #27 - In to the Whirled Socks
Basic Socks - My Project Page #28 - North Cabin Fiber Crafts
WIPS
Knit Swirl - Tangerine Rose - My Project Page
Transitioning to Winter - My Project Page #2
Little Big Shrug - My Project Page
Marley's Garden - My Project Page
Modern Log Cabin Blanket - My Project Page
Sock Yarn Blanket Pattern - My Project Page
Spinning
Into the Whirled - Website - Polwarth/Silk - Green - Variegated - Blue
Fibernymph - Knit-topia Custom Colorway - Semi Solid Purple
WoolGatherings - Merino/Silk - My Stash Page
Product / Book Reviews:
Head to Toe - Cooperative Press - Ravelry LinkCurrent Knit-A-Longs
Colorwork Mittens - knit any color work mitten pattern using fingering weight yarn and post your finished object in the thread before the end of January.
Spinuary - Spin up 4 oz or more and ply it in January to enter to win some fantastic prizes.
Charity
Halo of HopeTutorial
Stash Enhancement
EventsKnit-topia - March 13-23, 2014
Zombie Knitpocalypse
Apps and Games
YouTube - Beta Testing - 2x Speed
Skein
Earndit.com
Sims 3
Knit Trick
Downcast
eBay Needles - 47" Cable - 16" Cable - 32" Cable - 31" Cable
Connect to Knitting Blooms feed on Downcast: http://knittingblooms.com/feed/
My Fitness Pal - available on iTunes
Truly Committed to Weight Loss on My Fitness Pal
FitBit - available on iTunes - My Profile Page
Nike + Running
Biggest Loser Club - Forums are no longer free
Don't Starve - Tutorials - Play the game HERE - Join the fun.
Scan to PDF Mobile - also available on iTunes
Cam Scanner
Miscellaneous Stuff
Knitting For Hire Resources:
Designers Group on Ravelry
Indy Pattern Design Resources
Angelea McGarrah Designs
$1.00 off a pattern of your choice until October 31, 2013
Coupon Code: bloom
Storage Bobbins - Bobbins Up - Art U Wear
My Points - If you are interested in joining just send me a message with your email and I will send you an invitation.
Ravelry Group for the Podcast: Knitting Blooms
Knit-topia 2014: March 13 - 23, 2014
Prices:Entire retreat: $320
Two Legs: $240
One Leg: $140
We currently have a few open spots for the 2014 retreat, contact me if you are interested. Please contact me for additional information, or check out the Knit-topia Website.
Podcast Sponsor
Saturday, January 4, 2014
Saturday, December 28, 2013
Saturday, December 21, 2013
Episode 125 - Prizes, Prizes, and More Prizes
FO's
Transitioning to Winter - My Project Page #2
Little Big Shrug - My Project Page
Knit Swirl - Tangerine Rose - My Project Page
Marley's Garden - My Project Page
Modern Log Cabin Blanket - My Project Page
Basic Socks - Cuff Down Heel Flap - My Project Page #22
Basic Socks - My Project Page #27 - In to the Whirled Socks
Sock Yarn Blanket Pattern - My Project Page
Basic Socks - My Project Page #28 - North Cabin Fiber Crafts
Spinning
Into the Whirled - Website - Polwarth/Silk - Green - Variegated - Blue
Fibernymph - Knit-topia Custom Colorway - Semi Solid Purple
WoolGatherings - Merino/Silk - My Stash Page
Product / Book Reviews:
Head to Toe - Cooperative Press - Ravelry Link
Current Knit-A-Longs
North Cabin Fiber Crafts: KAL/CAL/SAL - November and December, use any fiber or yarn from this Indy Dyer and enter your finished object in the thread for a chance to wins some great prizes.
Colorwork Mittens - knit any color work mitten pattern using fingering weight yarn and post your finished object in the thread before the end of January.
Upcoming KALS:
Charity
A Little Help from my Friends - atexasyarn - 50% of the proceeds from the sale of this pattern go to Bladder Cancer Advocacy Network
Tutorial
Stash Enhancement
Events
Knit-topia - March 13-23, 2014
Apps and Games
YouTube - Beta Testing - 2x Speed
Skein
Earndit.com
Sims 3
Knit Trick
Downcast
Connect to Knitting Blooms feed on Downcast: http://knittingblooms.com/feed/
My Fitness Pal - available on iTunes
Truly Committed to Weight Loss on My Fitness Pal
FitBit - available on iTunes - My Profile Page
Nike + Running
Biggest Loser Club - Forums are no longer free
Don't Starve - Tutorials - Play the game HERE - Join the fun.
Scan to PDF Mobile - also available on iTunes
Cam Scanner
Miscellaneous Stuff
QuiltMoxie The Podcast - Ariana - Ravelry Group
Knitting For Hire Resources:
Designers Group on Ravelry
Indy Pattern Design Resources
Angelea McGarrah Designs
$1.00 off a pattern of your choice until October 31, 2013
Coupon Code: bloom
Storage Bobbins - Bobbins Up - Art U Wear
My Points - If you are interested in joining just send me a message with your email and I will send you an invitation.
Ravelry Group for the Podcast: Knitting Blooms
Knit-topia 2014: March 13 - 23, 2014
Prices:
Entire retreat: $320
Two Legs: $240
One Leg: $140
We currently have a few open spots for the 2014 retreat, contact me if you are interested. Please contact me for additional information, or check out the Knit-topia Website.
Podcast Sponsor
If you would be interested in sponsoring a future episode of the podcast please contact me for detail.
Friday, December 13, 2013
Episode 124 - All about the Knitting
This week is all about the knitting
FO's
Featherweight Cardigan - My Project PageSimply Cute Cat Toy - My Project Page
Transitioning to Winter - Socks - My Project Page
Under the wire Cowl - My Project Page
Scrubby
WIPS
Modern Log Cabin Blanket - My Project Page
Basic Socks - Cuff Down Heel Flap - My Project Page #22
Basic Socks - My Project Page #27 - In to the Whirled Socks
Transitioning to Winter - My Project Page #2
Sock Yarn Blanket Pattern - My Project Page
Basic Socks - My Project Page #28 - North Cabin Fiber Crafts
Preemie Hat - My Project Page #2
Mama's Boys Hats - My Project Page
Spinning
Into the Whirled - Website - Polwarth/Silk - Green - Variegated - Blue
Fibernymph - Knit-topia Custom Colorway - Semi Solid Purple
WoolGatherings - Merino/Silk - My Stash Page
Product / Book Reviews:
Cascadia - Cooperative Press WebsiteCurrent Knit-A-Longs
Transitioning to Winter Mystery KAL - First Clue to be released on October 29. The pattern is on sale for 50% off until the second clue is released on or about November 1st
North Cabin Fiber Crafts: KAL/CAL/SAL - November and December, use any fiber or yarn from this Indy Dyer and enter your finished object in the thread for a chance to wins some great prizes.
Charity
A Little Help from my Friends - atexasyarn - 50% of the proceeds from the sale of this pattern go to Bladder Cancer Advocacy NetworkHalo of Hope
Tutorial
Stash Enhancement
Leading Man Fiber ArtsErin Lane Bags
eBay Needles - 47" Cable - 16" Cable - 32" Cable - 31" Cable
Dancing Dog Dyeworks
Never Enough Thyme
Into The Whirled Fiber Club
Sweaters by Hand
Knitted Fairies
Knitted Dolls
Events
Knittin' in the Mitten - November 7-10, 2013Apps and Games
YouTube - Beta Testing - 2x SpeedSkein
Earndit.com
Sims 3
Knit Trick
Downcast
Connect to Knitting Blooms feed on Downcast: http://knittingblooms.com/feed/
My Fitness Pal - available on iTunes
Truly Committed to Weight Loss on My Fitness Pal
FitBit - available on iTunes - My Profile Page
Nike + Running
Biggest Loser Club - Forums are no longer free
Don't Starve - Tutorials - Play the game HERE - Join the fun.
Scan to PDF Mobile - also available on iTunes
Cam Scanner
Miscellaneous Stuff
Knitting For Hire Resources:
Designers Group on Ravelry
Indy Pattern Design Resources
Angelea McGarrah Designs
$1.00 off a pattern of your choice until October 31, 2013
Coupon Code: bloom
Book Review: Hitch - Cooperative Press
Storage Bobbins - Bobbins Up - Art U Wear
Zombie Knitpocalypse
My Points - If you are interested in joining just send me a message with your email and I will send you an invitation.
Ravelry Group for the Podcast: Knitting Blooms
Knit-topia 2014: March 13 - 23, 2014
Prices:Entire retreat: $320
Two Legs: $240
One Leg: $140
You can still be put on the waiting list for this retreat. You just never know if someone will have to back out at the last minute.
Please contact me for additional information, or check out the Knit-topia Website.
Podcast Sponsor
Friday, December 6, 2013
Saturday, November 30, 2013
Saturday, November 23, 2013
Saturday, November 16, 2013
Episode 123: KitM Fun and QulitMoxie
I talk a little about my knitting progress and about the current KALs, but most of the show is about KitM and an interview with SewQuiltMoxie. There is also a book review.
FO's
Featherweight Cardigan - My Project PageWIPS
Simply Cute Cat Toy - My Project Page
Modern Log Cabin Blanket - My Project Page
Basic Socks - Cuff Down Heel Flap - My Project Page #22
Basic Socks - My Project Page #27 - In to the Whirled Socks
Transitioning to Winter - My Project Page #2
Transitioning to Winter - Socks - My Project Page - this pattern will be available in early December
Sock Yarn Blanket Pattern - My Project Page
Preemie Hat - My Project Page #2
Mama's Boys Hats - My Project Page
Spinning
Into the Whirled - Website - Polwarth/Silk - Green - Variegated - Blue
Fibernymph - Knit-topia Custom Colorway - Semi Solid Purple
WoolGatherings - Merino/Silk - My Stash Page
Product / Book Reviews:
Cascadia - Cooperative Press WebsiteCurrent Knit-A-Longs
Transitioning to Winter Mystery KAL - First Clue to be released on October 29. The pattern is on sale for 50% off until the second clue is released on or about November 1st
North Cabin Fiber Crafts: KAL/CAL/SAL - November and December, use any fiber or yarn from this Indy Dyer and enter your finished object in the thread for a chance to wins some great prizes.
Charity
A Little Help from my Friends - atexasyarn - 50% of the proceeds from the sale of this pattern go to Bladder Cancer Advocacy NetworkHalo of Hope
Tutorial
Stash Enhancement
Leading Man Fiber ArtsErin Lane Bags
eBay Needles - 47" Cable - 16" Cable - 32" Cable - 31" Cable
Dancing Dog Dyeworks
Never Enough Thyme
Into The Whirled Fiber Club
Sweaters by Hand
Knitted Fairies
Knitted Dolls
Events
Knittin' in the Mitten - November 7-10, 2013Apps and Games
YouTube - Beta Testing - 2x SpeedSkein
Earndit.com
Sims 3
Knit Trick
Downcast
Connect to Knitting Blooms feed on Downcast: http://knittingblooms.com/feed/
My Fitness Pal - available on iTunes
Truly Committed to Weight Loss on My Fitness Pal
FitBit - available on iTunes - My Profile Page
Nike + Running
Biggest Loser Club - Forums are no longer free
Don't Starve - Tutorials - Play the game HERE - Join the fun.
Scan to PDF Mobile - also available on iTunes
Cam Scanner
Miscellaneous Stuff
Knitting For Hire Resources:
Designers Group on Ravelry
Indy Pattern Design Resources
Angelea McGarrah Designs
$1.00 off a pattern of your choice until October 31, 2013
Coupon Code: bloom
Book Review: Hitch - Cooperative Press
Storage Bobbins - Bobbins Up - Art U Wear
Zombie Knitpocalypse
My Points - If you are interested in joining just send me a message with your email and I will send you an invitation.
Ravelry Group for the Podcast: Knitting Blooms
Knit-topia 2014: March 13 - 23, 2014
Prices:Entire retreat: $320
Two Legs: $240
One Leg: $140
You can still be put on the waiting list for this retreat. You just never know if someone will have to back out at the last minute.
Please contact me for additional information, or check out the Knit-topia Website.