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Knit Picks

Find camaraderie and understanding as Knit Picks employees confess to their own knitting triumphs and complete blunders. Does any of this sound familiar? If so, tune in weekly for the further adventures of the gang at Knit Picks and any other knitters we can round up.

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Apr 17, 2024 · 42 min
Episode 382: A Chat with Julie Ann Lebouthillier
Our sock obsession continues, and we naturally had to have sock expert Julie Ann Lebouthillier of Twin Stitches Designs join hosts Lee and Stacey to talk about her own new sock book, Knit a Box of Socks! Julie is a talented sock knitter with an amazing YouTube channel, and we love every chance we get to work with her. Tune in to this episode to find out more about her background as a designer! Plus, Lee and Stacey chat about their current projects, new colors of Aloft, and the new Knit Picks subscription newsletter, Knit Peeks, hosted on Substack. 00:02 Welcome to the Knit Picks Podcast! 00:20 Stacey and Lee share what they've been up to. 08:44 New Aloft colors recently arrived! 11:20 We've got a brand new Substack called Knit Picks, with bonus episodes of the podcast! 13:46 Sock Month continues, and the print version of Stepping Out has arrived. 16:25 Julie Ann Lebouthillier joins Lee and Stacey to discuss her own new sock book! 17:05 Julie shares how she began designing patterns and her background. 26:50 The discussion switches to Julie's book, Knit a Box of Socks 33:08 Julie talks about how she developed her online community through YouTube and beyond. 38:45 To round things up, Julie shares some upcoming projects and where to find her online. 40:32 Credits. Disco Fibers https://www.discofibers.com/ H+H event https://www.instagram.com/hhamericas/?hl=en Lee's improvised cabled cardigan (ravelry link) https://www.ravelry.com/projects/leethal/orange-bulky-cabled-cardigan Lee's in-progress socks (ravelry link) https://www.ravelry.com/projects/leethal/worsted-socks Worsted Socks pattern https://www.knitpicks.com/worsted-socks/p/51226D?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode382 Wool of the Andes yarns https://www.knitpicks.com/yarn/wool-of-the-andes/c/30015001?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode382 Aloft yarn https://www.knitpicks.com/yarn/aloft-super-kid-mohair/c/5420210?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode382 Hawthorne yarns https://www.knitpicks.com/yarn/hawthorne/c/30015024?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode382 Lee's Aloft+Hawthorne sweater https://www.instagram.com/p/CARgntXphUv/?hl=en&img_index=1 Lee's Aloft+Provincial Tweed Hat (ravelry link) https://www.ravelry.com/projects/leethal/custom-tritops-8 Provincial Tweed yarn https://www.knitpicks.com/yarn/provincial-tweed/c/5420322?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode382 Knit Peeks! https://knitpeeks.substack.com/ Knit Picks Blog https://blog.knitpicks.com/?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode382 Stepping Out books and patterns https://www.knitpicks.com/sale/stepping-out/c/30218504?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode382 Stepping Out print book https://www.knitpicks.com/stepping-out-sock-patterns/p/N3983?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode382 Dream All Day Socks pattern https://www.knitpicks.com/dream-all-day-socks/p/N2112?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode382 Hawthorne DK yarn https://www.knitpicks.com/yarn/hawthorne-dk/c/5420481?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode382 Lee's Hawthorne DK sweater (ravelry link) https://www.ravelry.com/projects/leethal/tensho-pullover-artist Julie Ann Lebouthillier on Knit Picks https://www.knitpicks.com/search?q=Julie%20Ann%20Lebouthillier?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode382 Julie Ann's patterns on ravelry https://www.ravelry.com/designers/twin-stitches-designs Twin Stitches Designs website https://twinstitchesdesigns.com/ Knitty.com https://knitty.com/ Autumn Tweed Pullover pattern https://www.knitpicks.com/autumn-tweed-pullover/p/14963D?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode382 Mini Autumn Tweed Pullover (ravelry link) https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/mini-autumn-tweed-pullover City Tweed DK yarn https://www.knitpicks.com/yarn/city-tweed-dk/c/5420184?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode382 Marled Family Mittens pattern https://www.knitpicks.com/marled-family-mittens/p/19113D?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode382 Knit a Box of Socks book https://www.knitpicks.com/knit-a-box-of-socks/p/N4489?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode382 Pineapple Crush pattern from book (ravelry link) https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/pineapple-crush-2 Birthday Sprinkles pattern from book (ravelry link) https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/birthday-sprinkles Feeling Sheepish pattern from book (ravelry link) https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/feeling-sheepish-5 Warm Woolly Hugs pattern from book (ravelry link) https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/warm-woolly-hugs Wool of the Andes Superwash Bulky yarn https://www.knitpicks.com/yarn/wool-of-the-andes-superwash-bulky/c/5420256?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode382 Julie Ann's Youtube channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCt8whC8uomGefcAVOfjrczA Twin Stitches Community on Mighty Networks https://twin-stitches.mn.co/ Marie Green's Annual 4-Day Knitalong https://www.oliveknits.com/4-day-kal/ Julieannknitter on Ravelry https://www.ravelry.com/people/JulieAnnKnitter Julieannknitter on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/julieannknitter/ Julie Ann's Newsletter Sign Up https://twinstitchesdesigns.myflodesk.com/x130ufm3sd
Apr 3, 2024 · 47 min
Episode 381: All of Your Sock Questions
We're declaring April sock month! Our new sock collection came out recently, and all we want to chat about is socks. We asked for your sock questions on Instagram, and hosts Lee and Stacey along with Producer Andi and some answers from Jen work to tell you everything you need to know. Plus, Lee and Stacey share the concepts behind Stepping Out and how the book came together. 00:02 Welcome to the Knit Picks Podcast! 00:19 Stacey and Lee share what they've been up to. 02:55 Our new sock book just came out, and we're declaring April sock month! 11:00 The team answers your sock questions! 11:48 What's a good first sock pattern? 15:29 What are some good cast ons and bind offs for the cuffs? 19:22 How do I start two-at-a-time socks on two short circulars? Magic loop is killing me! 24:11 What's the best way to reinforce the heel ball of a sock? 26:31 Anatomical socks are specifically shaped for left and right feet. Are there patterns for that or ways to modify patterns? 28:57 Heels. What's the easiest way? How do I get a heel to fit? Is there a more comprehensive heel type reference? Is there a benefit to different types of heels? 34:06 Is there an alternative to kitchener stitch aka grafting for toes? 36:25 What are the lengths of the leg and cuff you like? 40:56 Why is sock yarn getting so scarce? 45:40 Credits Lee's two new sewn pants https://www.instagram.com/p/C4zcJAvLwX2/?img_index=1 Lee's March movie challenge https://letterboxd.com/leedoesstuff/list/2024-march-around-the-world/ Lee's Hawthorne DK sweater project (ravelry link) https://www.ravelry.com/projects/leethal/tensho-pullover-artist Stepping Out sock collection https://www.knitpicks.com/sale/stepping-out/c/30218504?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode381 Stepping Out 1991 Liza Minnelli film https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stepping_Out_(1991_film) Knit Picks on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/knit_picks/ Dream All Day DK weight sock pattern https://www.knitpicks.com/dream-all-day-socks/p/N2112?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode381 All Stacey's patterns https://www.knitpicks.com/search?q=Stacey%20Winklepleck?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode381 Winter Weekend Socks pattern https://shannonsquire.com/winter-weekend-socks/ Nifty Gifty Stocking pattern https://www.knitpicks.com/nifty-gifty-stocking/p/18927D?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode381 Knits for Everybody Slippers and Socks pattern https://www.knitpicks.com/knits-for-everybody-slippers-and-socks/p/52114D?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode381 Socks for Everybody! eBook https://www.knitpicks.com/socks-for-everybody-ebook-patterns-for-the-beginner-sock-knitter/p/75311D?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode381 Long Tail Cast On https://www.knitpicks.com/learning-center/learn-to-knit?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode381 Long Tail Tubular Cast On https://www.knitpicks.com/learning-center/long-tail-tubular-cast-on?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode381 Jeny's Surprisingly Stretchy Bind-Off https://knitty.com/ISSUEfall09/FEATjssbo.php Tubular Bind Off https://www.knitpicks.com/learning-center/tubular-bind-off?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode381 Hiking Socks pattern https://www.knitpicks.com/hiking-socks/p/55959?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode381 Mending podcast episode 360 https://blog.knitpicks.com/episode-360-march-is-for-mending/?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode381
Mar 20, 2024 · 43 min
Episode 380: Get to Know Designer Joy Friedman
Spring is almost here, and we invited designer Joy Friedman on the podcast to talk about her design work and pattern in our new collection of cotton tops, Afternoon Tees! Lee and Stacey ask Joy about her background, and they discuss a handful of our favorite patterns she designed for us. Plus, as always, Lee and Stacey share what they've been working on in their free time and dive a little bit into the story of how Afternoon Tees was created. 00:03 Welcome to the Knit Picks Podcast! 00:18 Lee and Stacey share what they've been up to 07:38 Our latest pattern collection is out, Afternoon Tees! 12:56 Joy Friedman joins Lee and Stacey to talk about her designs and technical editing work. 22:27 Some of Joy's earliest patterns were collabs with Knit Picks 28:34 Joy shares how she began knitting. 30:38 Lee asks about Joy's pattern the Vibrations Pullover 34:40 Stacey brings up Joy's pattern in Afternoon Tees. 40:38 Where to find Joy online 42:02 Credits Hummingbird Cardi crochet pattern https://www.crochet.com/hummingbird-cardi/p/55118D?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode380 Lee's crochet project (ravelry link) https://www.ravelry.com/projects/leethal/hummingbird-cardi Tuff Granny Throw pattern https://www.knitpicks.com/tuff-granny-throw/p/55785?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode380 Sockhead Hat pattern http://bohoknits.blogspot.com/2009/05/sockhead-hat.html Lee's improvised cabled cardigan project (ravelry link) https://www.ravelry.com/projects/leethal/orange-bulky-cabled-cardigan Lee's March Around the World movie list https://letterboxd.com/leedoesstuff/list/2024-march-around-the-world/ Afternoon Tees ebook https://www.knitpicks.com/afternoon-tees-ebook/p/N1799?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode380 Shine Sport yarn https://www.knitpicks.com/yarn/shine-sport/c/5420122?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode380 Comfy yarns https://www.knitpicks.com/yarn/comfy/c/30015015?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode380 CotLin yarn https://www.knitpicks.com/yarn/cotlin/c/5420162?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode380 Samia yarn https://www.knitpicks.com/yarn/samia/c/5420462?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode380 Lee's Samia project (ravelry link) https://www.ravelry.com/projects/leethal/movie-theater-stripey-summer-tee Kismet Tee pattern https://www.knitpicks.com/kismet-tee/p/N1794?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode380 Joy Friedman on Knit Picks https://www.knitpicks.com/search?q=Joy%20Friedman?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode380 Tian Connaughton https://www.tianconnaughton.com/ Heart on My Sleeve Pullover pattern https://www.knitpicks.com/heart-on-my-sleeve/p/15003D?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode380 Wonderfluff yarn https://www.knitpicks.com/yarn/wonderfluff/c/5420285?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode380 Wool of the Andes yarns https://www.knitpicks.com/yarn/wool-of-the-andes/c/30015001?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode380 Pass the Honey Cardigan pattern https://www.knitpicks.com/pass-the-honey-cardigan/p/56294?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode380 Brava Tweed yarn https://www.knitpicks.com/yarn/brava-tweed/c/5420445?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode380 Pass the Honey Cowl https://www.knitpicks.com/pass-the-honey-cowl/p/56386?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode380 Joy's Top of the World Knits website https://www.topoftheworldknits.com/ Podcast episode with Tian Connaughton https://blog.knitpicks.com/kpp-episode-341-get-published-with-tian/?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode380 Vibrations Pullover https://www.knitpicks.com/vibrations-pullover/p/54189D?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode380 Coloring Outside the Lines ebook https://www.knitpicks.com/coloring-outside-the-lines-ebook/p/75448D?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode380 Palette yarn https://www.knitpicks.com/yarn/palette/c/5420132?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode380 Lindy Chain yarn https://www.knitpicks.com/yarn/lindy-chain/c/5420254?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode380 Joy's instagram https://www.instagram.com/top_of_the_world_knits/ Band names insta post https://www.instagram.com/p/C36DwuchIlB/
Mar 6, 2024 · 1 hr 1 min
Episode 379: A Sweater-care Discussion
Spring is coming soon, which is the perfect time of year to think about getting your sweaters ready for the end of sweater weather. To dive into sweater care and maintenance, Lee and Stacey are joined by producer Andi and coworkers Jen and Regan to discuss how we care for garments. Plus, Lee and Stacey chat about their current knitting projects and the movies they watched while working on them. 00:03 Welcome to the Knit Picks Podcast! 00:18 Lee and Stacey share what they're been up to. 15:10 Andi, Jen, and Regan join Lee and Stacey for a discussion on sweater care! 18:55 The group discusses their normal sweater wash routine and pet hair management (or lack of it). 31:00 How does everyone block their older knits after washing? 35:50 The next topic is end-of-season sweater storage! 39:27 Maintenance routines get discussed 48:46 What does everyone do with their handknits that are at the ends of their life, despite good maintenance? 54:45 Our final question is what are the essential tools for sweater care for new sweater knitters? 60:11 Credits Hawthorne DK yarn https://www.knitpicks.com/yarn/hawthorne-dk/c/5420481?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode379 Deep Winter Hat pattern https://www.woolandpine.com/product-page/deep-winter-hat Lee's movie theater sweater project (ravelry link) https://www.ravelry.com/projects/leethal/tensho-pullover-artist Lee's Letterboxd https://letterboxd.com/LeeDoesStuff/ Lee's movie theater tee project (ravelry project) https://www.ravelry.com/projects/leethal/movie-theater-stripey-summer-tee Samia yarn https://www.knitpicks.com/yarn/samia/c/5420462?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode379 Lee's improvised orange cabled cardigan project (ravelry link) https://www.ravelry.com/projects/leethal/orange-bulky-cabled-cardigan Waterville Cardigan pattern https://www.knitpicks.com/waterville-cardigan/p/54229D?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode379 Homestead Cables collection https://www.knitpicks.com/sale/homestead-cables/c/30218501?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode379 Swish Bulky yarn https://www.knitpicks.com/yarn/swish-bulky/c/5420176?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode379 Lee's Soup Swap with recipe https://leedoesstuff.com/2024/03/03/sooooup-swap-pumpkin-black-bean-beer-cheese-soup-recipe-four-more-soup-recipes/ Stacey's oldest sweater (ravelry link) https://ravel.me/BabblingStacey/cph Lee's UK/Ireland trip sweater https://blog.knitpicks.com/travel-knitting-my-uk-ireland-trip-sweater/?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode379 Jen's Foxtrot Cardigan (ravelry link) https://www.ravelry.com/projects/jenjenn/foxtrot-cardigan Wool washes https://www.knitpicks.com/accessories/wool-wash/c/300532?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode379 Wash basins https://www.knitpicks.com/search?q=wash+basin?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode379 Struckets https://www.knitpicks.com/search?q=strucket?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode379 Gleener Fabric Shaver & Lint Brush https://www.knitpicks.com/gleener-fabric-shaver-lint-brush/p/85076?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode379 Lint Shaver https://www.knitpicks.com/lint-shaver/p/80635?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode379 March is for Mending 2023 podcast episode https://blog.knitpicks.com/episode-360-march-is-for-mending/?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode379 Eucalan wool wash https://www.knitpicks.com/eucalan-woolwash-16-9-oz/g/Eucalan?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode379 Soak wool wash https://www.knitpicks.com/soak-wash/g/SoakWash?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode379 Minisoak packets https://www.knitpicks.com/soak-wash-minisoak-travel-pack-assorted/p/82279?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode379 Kookaburra wool wash https://www.knitpicks.com/kookaburra-delicate-wool-wash/g/KookaburraDelicate?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode379 Regan's knits on instagram https://www.instagram.com/fiberregan/
Feb 21, 2024 · 48 min
Episode 378: A Chat with Bridget Pupillo
Bridget Pupillo's name is likely familiar if you've knit from Knit Picks pattern collections! She joins hosts Lee and Stacey to chat about her new patterns in our most recent patterns collections, Simply Home and Homestead Cables. And we couldn't have Bridget on the podcast without talking about one of our favorite patterns, the Eldfell Pullover! Plus, Lee and Stacey chat about their personal projects, and Producer Andi joins in to talk about new patterns designed and modeled by her and Lee. 00:02 Welcome to the Knit Picks Podcast! 00:20 Lee and Stacey share what they've been up to. 08:50 Both Lee and Producer Andi have new super bulky sweater patterns out. 12:44 Stacey introduces our latest pattern collection, Simply Home! 18:16 Bridget Pupillo joins Stacey and Lee to discuss her design background and new patterns. 20:04 We can't chat with Bridget without also talking about her Eldfell Pullover pattern! 22:21 Bridget recently had a cabled pattern in our Homestead Cables collection. 25:05 In Simply Home, Bridget has a beautiful new blanket pattern. 28:20 The conversation shifts to how we plan photoshoots for pattern collections. 30:17 Bridget shares her earlier history as a designer and her past Knit Picks experiences. 35:07 Lee asks Bridget about her biggest inspiration sources, and the conversation turns to naming things. 39:35 Simply Home was focused on sustainability, and Bridget chats about her own way of incorporating sustainability into knitting. 43:29 Bridget hints at some upcoming projects and shares where to find her online. 47:27 Credits. Lee's movie theater knitting sweater (ravelry link) https://www.ravelry.com/projects/leethal/tensho-pullover-artist Hawthorne DK yarn https://www.knitpicks.com/yarn/hawthorne-dk/c/5420481?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode378 Lee's new movie theater tee (ravelry link) https://www.ravelry.com/projects/leethal/movie-theater-stripey-summer-tee Samia yarn https://www.knitpicks.com/yarn/samia/c/5420462?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode378 Lee's new improvised cable cardigan (ravelry link) https://www.ravelry.com/projects/leethal/orange-bulky-cabled-cardigan Lee's improvised cable-yoke pullover https://leedoesstuff.com/2024/01/26/my-improvised-cable-yoke-sweater/ Stacey's Deep Winter Coat (ravelry link) https://www.ravelry.com/projects/BabblingStacey/deep-winter-coat Deep Winter Hat pattern https://www.woolandpine.com/pattern/deep-winter-hat Anastasia's Cardigan pattern https://www.knitpicks.com/anastasia-s-cardigan/p/N3694?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode378 Fluff of the Andes yarn https://www.knitpicks.com/yarn/fluff-of-the-andes/c/5420483?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode378 Squoosh Hat pattern https://www.knitpicks.com/squoosh-hat/p/N3872?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode378 Simply Home ebook https://www.knitpicks.com/simply-home-knits-in-simply-wool-cotton-ebook/p/N3114?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode378 Simply Wool yarns https://www.knitpicks.com/search?q=simply+wool?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode378 Simply Cotton Worsted yarn https://www.knitpicks.com/yarn/simply-cotton-organic-worsted/c/5420186?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode378 Wool of the Andes yarn https://www.knitpicks.com/yarn/wool-of-the-andes-worsted/c/5420103?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode378 Bridget Pupillo on Knit Picks https://www.knitpicks.com/search?q=Bridget%20Pupillo?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode378 Eldfell Pullover pattern https://www.knitpicks.com/eldfell-pullover/p/52277D?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode378 Cottar's Walk Pullover pattern https://www.knitpicks.com/cottar-s-walk-pullover/p/54227D?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode378 Homestead Cables collection https://www.knitpicks.com/sale/homestead-cables/c/30218501?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode378 High Desert yarns https://www.knitpicks.com/high-desert?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode378 Fort Rock Pullover pattern https://www.knitpicks.com/fort-rock-pullover/p/53000D?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode378 Grayrigg Pullover pattern https://www.knitpicks.com/grayrigg-pullover/p/53056D?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode378 Aberdare Throw pattern https://www.knitpicks.com/aberdare-throw/p/N1787?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode378 Beak Street Tee pattern https://www.knitpicks.com/beak-street-tee/p/52944D?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode378 Static yarn https://www.knitpicks.com/yarn/static/c/5420382?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode378 Felicini yarn https://www.knitpicks.com/yarn/felicini/c/5420484?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode378 Lee's bulky Simply Wool sweater (ravelry link) https://www.ravelry.com/projects/leethal/spiral-pullover Upcycle yarns https://www.knitpicks.com/search?q=upcycle?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode378 Bubbly Bouclé yarn https://www.knitpicks.com/yarn/bubbly-boucle/c/5420488?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode378 Bridget's ravelry designer page https://www.ravelry.com/designers/bridget-pupillo Bridget's ravelry group https://www.ravelry.com/groups/bridgets-knits Bridget's website https://bridgetpupillodesigns.com/ Bridget on facebook page https://www.facebook.com/brigiknits Bridget on instagram https://www.instagram.com/bridgetpupilloknitwear/
Feb 7, 2024 · 50 min
Episode 377: A Cable Knitting Q&A
This episode was created with help from you! We asked for any and all questions about knitting cables over on Instagram, and our hosts Lee and Stacey along with producer Andi worked together to answer them! Some questions had the trio in agreement, and others showed how many different ways you can approach knitting. Can you guess how many times they recommend swatching? Plus, Lee and Stacey share what they did to stay busy during the ice storm that hit Portland in January, and discuss more new yarns and products that came out recently, including Static! 00:03 Welcome to the Knit Picks Podcast! 00:25 Lee and Stacey share what they've been up to. 09:16 The new Static's inspiration is revealed: 80s TV! 14:11 Find out the origins of our new sweater-sized project bags. 18:01 Lee, Stacey, and Andi are answering cable knitting questions starting with, "Which cable pullover pattern would be a good beginner one?" 21:50 "When you use cables in a sweater does that make the sweater tighter when finished?" 24:37 "I have a pattern that has multiple different charts. How do you keep track of what row you are on?" 29:06 "Any tips for vertical gauge in patterns?" 31:26 "Cabled sweaters with superwash, yes or no?" 34:12 "How to get the right fit/size and not worrying the whole time it still fit when you are done?" 36:46 "Besides gauge swatches, what is the best way to get your sizing correct for a sweater?" 41:00 "Do you need special cable needles?" 45:06 "What notions and accessories should we have before starting our first cable knitting project?" 48:47 Credits Lee's cable-yoke sweater details blog post https://leedoesstuff.com/2024/01/26/my-improvised-cable-yoke-sweater/ Hawthorne Fingering yarn https://www.knitpicks.com/yarn/hawthorne-fingering/c/5420251?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode377 Lee's Hawthorne DK sweater project (ravelry link) https://www.ravelry.com/projects/leethal/tensho-pullover-artist Ventisca Slipover pattern https://www.knitpicks.com/ventisca-slipover/p/54139D?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode377 Posole Verde recipe Lee used https://www.bonappetit.com/recipe/posole-verde-with-chicken Stacey's favorite pozole recipe https://www.foodandwine.com/recipes/mexican-chicken-pozole-verde Static yarn https://www.knitpicks.com/yarn/static/c/5420382?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode377 Lee's Spumoni Hat pattern for Static https://www.knitpicks.com/spumoni-hat/p/56375?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode377 Go Your Own Way Socks pattern https://www.knitpicks.com/go-your-own-way-socks/p/55730?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode377 Joyce Cardigan pattern https://www.knitpicks.com/joyce-cardigan/p/N1908?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode377 Sweater Magic Project Bag https://www.knitpicks.com/sweater-magic-project-bag/p/N1280?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode377 Liz's illustrations on instagram https://www.instagram.com/sleepypup_/ Sweater Project Bag https://www.knitpicks.com/sweater-project-bag/p/N1306?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode377 Anastasia's illustrations https://anastasiapargett.com/illustrations/ Squirrel Stash Project Bag https://www.knitpicks.com/squirrel-stash-project-bag/p/N1639?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode377 Julia Green Illustration http://www.juliagreenillustration.com/ Alpaca Pals Recycled Cotton Tote Bag https://www.knitpicks.com/alpaca-pals-recycled-cotton-tote-bag/p/N1641?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode377 Knit Picks "New" section https://www.knitpicks.com/new?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode377 Homestead Cables print book https://www.knitpicks.com/homestead-cables/p/N1963?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode377 Homestead Cables ebook https://www.knitpicks.com/homestead-cables-ebook/p/N2078?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode377 Axiom Sweater https://www.knitpicks.com/axiom-sweater/p/52918D?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode377 Axiom blog posts https://blog.knitpicks.com/?s=axiom&x=0&y=0?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode377 Harley Pullover https://www.knitpicks.com/harley-pullover/p/51917D?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode377 Primrose Pullover https://www.knitpicks.com/primrose-pullover/p/54138D?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode377 Knit Picks Chart Keepers https://www.knitpicks.com/search?q=chart+keeper?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode377 Row counters https://www.knitpicks.com/search?q=row+counter?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode377 Knit Companion app https://www.knitcompanion.com/ Cable needles https://www.knitpicks.com/search?q=cable+needle?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode377 Double pointed needles https://www.knitpicks.com/needles/double-pointed-needles/c/300303?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode377 Stitch markers https://www.knitpicks.com/accessories/stitch-markers/c/300509?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode377 Point protectors https://www.knitpicks.com/search?q=point+protectors?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode377 Knit Picks cable patterns https://www.knitpicks.com/patterns/cabled-patterns?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode377 Cables in the Knit Picks Learning Center https://www.knitpicks.com/learning-center/learn-to-knit-cables?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode377
Jan 17, 2024 · 1 hr
Episode 376: Getting Cozy in the New Year
We're back from break! In this episode, Lee and Stacey catch listeners up on their personal projects as well as all the amazing new yarn, product, and pattern releases that have come out since we last recorded. Andi joins them to discuss 2023 New Year's Goals and how well they succeeded (or didn't), and they also chat about their 2024 goals. Plus, Stacey and Lee share a bit behind the scenes of our latest cables collection, Homestead Cables! It was an incredibly fun photoshoot with animal friends who stole the spotlight. 00:03 Welcome to the Knit Picks Podcast! 00:18 Lee and Stacey chat about their crafts over the winter break. 15:54 Andi joins Lee and Stacey to talk about 2023 and 2024 craft goals. 32:10 Stacey and Lee talk about the inspiration behind Homestead Cables and a bit about the photoshoot 39:14 Lee gave the book section of our website a big face lift by updating the images of ebooks to show them on tablets. 41:30 There are oodles of new yarns, and Lee used some of them to design new patterns. 50:29 Swivel cables are here! Lee helped test the prototypes on her own projects. Individual Prisms and extra longer measuring tapes are here, too. 59:19 Credits Subversive Cross Stitch https://subversivecrossstitch.com/ Lee's favorite movies of 2023 https://letterboxd.com/leedoesstuff/list/my-2023-favorites/ Lee's Andean Treasure Cardigan (ravelry link) https://www.ravelry.com/projects/leethal/atrium-cardigan Lee's Andean Treasure Cardigan (instagram) https://www.instagram.com/p/C1Yqd_kLzBX/ Andean Treasure yarn https://www.knitpicks.com/yarn/andean-treasure-dk/c/5420107?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode376 Lee's Ice Fire Pullover (ravelry link) https://www.ravelry.com/projects/leethal/ice-fire-wrap Lee's Ice Fire Pullover (instagram) https://www.instagram.com/p/C1pfJ9zvDLe/ Ice Fire Wrap pattern https://www.knitpicks.com/ice-fire-wrap/p/54182D?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode376 Stacey's Deep Winter Coat (ravelry link) https://www.ravelry.com/projects/BabblingStacey/deep-winter-coat Stacey's Axiom Sweater (ravelry link) https://www.ravelry.com/projects/BabblingStacey/axiom-sweater Everyone's Axiom KAL finished sweaters https://blog.knitpicks.com/our-axiom-sweaters/?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode376 Axiom Sweater pattern https://www.knitpicks.com/axiom-sweater/p/52918D?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode376 Lee's improvised cable yoke sweater (ravelry link) https://www.ravelry.com/projects/leethal/improvised-cable-pullover Lee's in-progress N for November Sweater (ravelry link) https://www.ravelry.com/projects/leethal/n-for-november-sweater N for November Sweater pattern https://www.knitpicks.com/n-for-november-sweater/p/15821D?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode376 Lee's in-progress Swish Pops cardigan (ravelry link) https://www.ravelry.com/projects/leethal/cropped-cardi Swish Pops yarn https://www.knitpicks.com/yarn/swish-pops/c/5420478?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode376 Lee's in-progress crocheted sweater (ravelry link) https://www.ravelry.com/projects/leethal/hummingbird-cardi Hummingbird Cardi pattern https://www.crochet.com/hummingbird-cardi/p/55118D?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode376 Lee's movie blanket project (ravelry link) https://www.ravelry.com/projects/leethal/joinery-blanket Ventisca Slipover pattern https://www.knitpicks.com/ventisca-slipover/p/54139D?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode376 Bubbly Bouclé yarn https://www.knitpicks.com/yarn/bubbly-boucle/c/5420488?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode376 Darla Cardigan pattern by Andi in Bubbly Bouclé https://www.knitpicks.com/darla-cardigan/p/N1907?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode376 Interchangeable Needle Sets https://www.knitpicks.com/needles/needle-sets/c/300301?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode376 Introduction to Intarsia https://www.knitpicks.com/learning-center/intarsia-knitting?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode376 Homestead Cables collection https://www.knitpicks.com/sale/homestead-cables/c/30218501?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode376 Waterville Cardigan pattern https://www.knitpicks.com/waterville-cardigan/p/54229D?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode376 Sville Hat pattern https://www.knitpicks.com/sville-hat/p/54228D?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode376 Cottar's Walk Pullover pattern https://www.knitpicks.com/cottar-s-walk-pullover/p/54227D?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode376 Knit Picks eBooks https://www.knitpicks.com/patterns/ebooks?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode376 Homestead Cables Project Bundle https://www.knitpicks.com/homestead-cables-project-bundle/p/N2775?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode376 Altiplano yarn https://www.knitpicks.com/yarn/altiplano/c/5420490?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode376 Katarina Hat pattern https://www.knitpicks.com/katarina-hat/p/N3062?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode376 Bianca Hat pattern https://www.knitpicks.com/bianca-hat/p/N3063?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode376 Woodland Tweed yarn https://www.knitpicks.com/yarn/woodland-tweed/c/5420479?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode376 Twill Fingering yarn https://www.knitpicks.com/yarn/twill-fingering/c/5420384?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode376 Options Interchangeable Swivel Cables https://www.knitpicks.com/options-interchangeable-swivel-cables/g/OptionSwivelCables?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode376 Prism Aluminum Options Interchangeable Needle Tips https://www.knitpicks.com/prism-aluminum-options-interchangeable-needle-tips/g/PrismICTips?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode376 Prism Aluminum Options Interchangeable Needle Set https://www.knitpicks.com/prism-aluminum-options-interchangeable-needle-set/p/91461?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode376 Knit Picks Tape Measure - 72in https://www.knitpicks.com/knit-picks-tape-measure-72in/p/86412?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode376
Dec 6, 2023 · 54 min
Episode 375: A Gift-knitting Roundtable
'Tis the season to knit gifts! Lee and Stacey were joined by our coworkers Jen, Regan, and Alena to discuss gift knitting in a roundtable moderated by Andi. The group discusses their go-to gifts to knit, their best and worst gifts, and more! They provide tons of inspiration for last minute gifts in addition to discussing more elaborate projects. Plus, Lee and Stacey discuss their current WIPs and future plans for what they'll knit during the podcast's holiday break that's starting now. We'll be back mid-January with new episodes! 00:03 Welcome to the Knit Picks Podcast! 00:17 Stacey and Lee share what they've been up to 11:12 We're taking a podcasting break for the holidays, and Stacey shares what she hopes to get done before we record again. 16:40 Andi and Stacey discuss their Axiom projects. 19:16 Jen, Regan, and Alena join Lee, Stacey, and Andi to discuss gift knitting. 25:34 The group discusses the best fibers to use for gifts. 27:58 Everyone shares their favorite gifts they've made and a few failures. 40:57 Do we follow any gift knitting traditions? 44:16 The group shares their favorite patterns for last minute gifts. 53:23 Credits Shine yarn https://www.knitpicks.com/yarn/shine/c/30015034?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode375 Andean Treasure yarn https://www.knitpicks.com/yarn/andean-treasure-dk/c/5420107?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode375 Lee's Andean Treasure cardigan project (ravelry link) https://www.ravelry.com/projects/leethal/atrium-cardigan Swish Pops yarn https://www.knitpicks.com/yarn/swish-pops/c/5420478?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode375 Lee's Swish Pops cardigan project (ravelry link) https://www.ravelry.com/projects/leethal/cropped-cardi Hawthorne yarns https://www.knitpicks.com/yarn/hawthorne/c/30015024?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode375 Lee's Hawthorne pullover project (ravelry link) https://www.ravelry.com/projects/leethal/improvised-cable-pullover Lee's Hawthorne DK movie sweater (ravelry link) https://www.ravelry.com/projects/leethal/tensho-pullover-artist Tensho Pullover pattern (ravelry link) https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/tensho-pullover-artist Lee's Muse cardigan with blendy stripes (ravelry link) https://www.ravelry.com/projects/leethal/gaugeless-cardigan-2 Deep Winter Coat pattern (ravelry link) https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/deep-winter-coat Wool of the Andes yarns https://www.knitpicks.com/yarn/wool-of-the-andes/c/30015001?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode375 Podcast episode 356 with Abbye from Wool & Pine https://blog.knitpicks.com/episode-356-adding-sizes-to-our-anniversary-patterns/?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode375 Ventisca Slipover pattern https://www.knitpicks.com/ventisca-slipover/p/54139D?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode375 Twill yarn https://www.knitpicks.com/yarn/twill/c/5420368?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode375 Mini Kitty Pouf pattern https://www.knitpicks.com/mini-kitty-pouf/p/52012D?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode375 Fluff of the Andes yarn https://www.knitpicks.com/yarn/fluff-of-the-andes/c/5420483?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode375 Emotional Support Chicken pattern (ravelry link) https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/emotional-support-chicken Camilla, the Knit Picks Office Emotional Support Chicken https://www.instagram.com/p/C0mdapPJRmN/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igshid=NTYzOWQzNmJjMA== Knit Picks on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/knit_picks/ Christmas Pickle Ornament pattern https://www.knitpicks.com/christmas-pickle-ornament/p/50801?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode375 Axiom Sweater pattern https://www.knitpicks.com/axiom-sweater/p/52918D?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode375 Axiom Knit-along on the blog https://blog.knitpicks.com/tag/axiom-kal/?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode375 Previous crochet-along with mannequin-Stacey https://www.instagram.com/p/Cs9L5H4OYrV/?img_index=5 Previous knit-along with mannequin-Lee https://www.instagram.com/p/CvYvAnduI-b/?img_index=1 Regan's mom's cardigan https://www.instagram.com/p/Ck1s0oDvFCx/?img_index=1 Alena's Dad's Dolphins scarf (ravelry link) https://www.ravelry.com/projects/Rumanzo/dads-dolphins-scarf Jen's TIE Fighter Hat and Mittens project (ravelry link) https://www.ravelry.com/projects/jenjenn/tie-fighter-hat-and-mittens Stacey's Grandma's blanket (ravelry link) https://www.ravelry.com/projects/BabblingStacey/how-to-log-cabin Lee's partner's tweed hat (ravelry link) https://www.ravelry.com/projects/leethal/colorado-cadet---newsboy-cap Lee's brother's mismatched mitts (ravelry link) https://www.ravelry.com/projects/leethal/either-or-8 Socks Rule! ruler https://www.knitpicks.com/socks-rule-tool-for-measuring-socks/p/84876?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode375 Bowl Cozy sewing pattern https://helensclosetpatterns.com/2019/04/11/sustainable-scrap-busters-soup-bowl-cozy/ Dish Towel Set pattern https://www.knitpicks.com/dish-towel-set/p/41182D?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode375 Dishie yarns https://www.knitpicks.com/yarn/dishie/c/5420207?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode375 The Big Cozy Hat pattern https://www.knitpicks.com/big-cozy-hat/p/55683?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode375 Alla Prima yarn https://www.knitpicks.com/yarn/alla-prima/c/5420456?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode375 Déjà Yarn print book https://www.knitpicks.com/deja-yarn-single-color-stashbusters/p/33966?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode375 Déjà Yarn ebook https://www.knitpicks.com/deja-yarn-single-color-stashbusters-ebook/p/75455D?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode375 Leading Lines Mitts pattern https://www.knitpicks.com/leading-lines-mitts/p/54219D?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode375 12 Weeks of Gifting pattern https://www.knitpicks.com/patterns/12-weeks-of-gifting-2023/c/300202?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode375 Ridged Mitered Striped Kitchen Set pattern https://www.knitpicks.com/ridged-mitered-striped-kitchen-set/p/56400?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode375 Payne Hat pattern https://www.knitpicks.com/payne-hat/p/52700D?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode375 High Desert yarns https://www.knitpicks.com/high-desert?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode375 All Lee's patterns on Knit Picks https://www.knitpicks.com/search?q=lee+meredith?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode375 Swish Bulky yarn https://www.knitpicks.com/yarn/swish-bulky/c/5420176?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode375 Fable Fur yarn https://www.knitpicks.com/yarn/fable-fur/c/5420367?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode375 Stay In & Knit ebook https://www.knitpicks.com/stay-in-knit-tweed-patterns-for-home-ebook/p/75453D?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode375 Brava Tweed yarn https://www.knitpicks.com/yarn/brava-tweed/c/5420445?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode375 Laniferous Cap pattern https://www.knitpicks.com/laniferous-cap/p/55600?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode375 Extra Bold Coffee Bean Beanie pattern https://www.knitpicks.com/extra-bold-coffee-bean-beanie/p/19135D?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode375
Nov 22, 2023 · 46 min
Episode 374: Get to know designer Yu Ra Kim!
In this episode, Lee and Stacey are joined by designer Yu Ra Kim, also known as Knitboop, to discuss her work, including her recent pattern in our collection Déjà Yarn: Single Color Stashbusters. They also chat about her patterns in previous collections, like the Trellis Tee, and her next upcoming design. The conversation then turns to Yu Ra's online project that consumes much of what could be her knitting time: Craftivity Club. Craftivity Club will be an online community for multicrafters–including knitters and more–that's being built with accessibility and inclusivity in mind. Plus, Lee and Stacey share what they've been working on, and Andi joins in to chat with Stacey about the Axiom KAL. 00:02 Welcome to the Knit Picks Podcast! 00:19 Lee and Stacey share what they've been up to. 13:56 Stacey and Andi talk about their Axiom progress. 20:48 Designer Yu Ra Kim joins Lee and Stacey to discuss her work. 27:51 Yu Ra shares her thought process behind her Bodeul hat from Déjà Yarn. 31:56 Listeners get a description of Yu Ra's next pattern that she's working on. 35:09 Yu Ra tells Lee and Stacey about the online community she's developing for multicrafters. 43:11 Learn where to find Yu Ra around the internet. 44:40 Credits Hawthorne DK yarn https://www.knitpicks.com/yarn/hawthorne-dk/c/5420481?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode374 Stripes on Stripes Hat pattern (ravelry link) https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/stripes-on-stripes-5 Felicini yarn https://www.knitpicks.com/yarn/felicini/c/5420484?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode374 Brava Stripe yarn https://www.knitpicks.com/yarn/brava-stripe/c/5420458?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode374 Lee's Hawthorne DK sweater (ravelry link) https://www.ravelry.com/projects/leethal/tensho-pullover-artist Hawthorne Fingering yarn https://www.knitpicks.com/yarn/hawthorne-fingering/c/5420251?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode374 Sweater worn in Only Murders in the Building https://wornontv.net/391649/ Lee's cabled yoke movie sweater (ravelry link) https://www.ravelry.com/projects/leethal/improvised-cable-pullover Lee's Andean Treasure cardigan (ravelry link) https://www.ravelry.com/projects/leethal/atrium-cardigan Andean Treasure yarn https://www.knitpicks.com/yarn/andean-treasure-dk/c/5420107?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode374 Lee's Swish Pops cardigan (ravelry link) https://www.ravelry.com/projects/leethal/cropped-cardi Swish Pops yarn https://www.knitpicks.com/yarn/swish-pops/c/5420478?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode374 Axiom Sweater pattern https://www.knitpicks.com/axiom-sweater/p/52918D?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode374 Axiom Knit-along https://blog.knitpicks.com/tag/axiom-kal/?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode374 Regan's colorwork sweater https://www.instagram.com/p/CzEq67eP9ZE/?img_index=1 Namu Cowl pattern https://www.knitboop.com/patterns/namu-cowl Francoise Danoy's website https://www.francoisedanoy.com/ Japanese Knitting Stitch Bible book https://www.knitpicks.com/japanese-knitting-stitch-bible/p/33453?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode374 Trellis Tee pattern https://www.knitpicks.com/japanese-knitting-stitch-bible/p/33453?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode374 Lounge Act ebook https://www.knitpicks.com/lounge-act-knits-for-kicking-back-ebook/p/75426D?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode374 Déjà Yarn print book https://www.knitpicks.com/deja-yarn-single-color-stashbusters/p/33966?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode374 Déjà Yarn ebook https://www.knitpicks.com/deja-yarn-single-color-stashbusters-ebook/p/75455D?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode374 Bodeul Hat pattern https://www.knitpicks.com/bodeul-hat/p/54223D?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode374 Provincial Tweed yarn https://www.knitpicks.com/yarn/provincial-tweed/c/5420322?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode374 Orange Jinkies Jumper sample https://www.instagram.com/p/CvpkKdfr9iG/?img_index=1 Woodland Tweed https://www.knitpicks.com/yarn/woodland-tweed/c/5420479?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode374 Green Jinkies Jumper sample https://www.instagram.com/p/CzT32FvLfK7/?img_index=1 All of Yu Ra's patterns https://www.knitboop.com/ Yu Ra's main instagram https://www.instagram.com/knitboop/ Craftivity Club instagram https://www.instagram.com/craftivity.club/ Craftivity Club Patreon https://www.patreon.com/craftivityclub Studio Knitboop shop https://www.knitboop.com/studio-knitboop Gribbles Miniatures https://www.instagram.com/gribbles.miniatures/
Nov 8, 2023 · 40 min
Episode 373: The Big Sale with Alexis
Our biggest sale of the year is here! To kick things off, Alexis, the Knit Picks Brand Director, joins Lee and Stacey to talk about the history of The Big Sale, daily deals, and shopping tips. We regularly have new yarns come out at the same time of the sale, and Alexis shares some of the development stories behind them, including our new self-striping sock yarn, Felicini. Plus, Lee and Stacey chat about their personal projects, and Andi joins in to discuss the Axiom KAL. Andi also reveals that she has new patterns out using some of our new yarns, and she discusses knitting with the new yarn with Lee and Stacey. 00:01 Welcome to the Knit Picks podcast! 00:18 Lee and Stacey share what they've been up to. 06:49 Andi joins Lee and Stacey to chat about the Axiom KAL 08:04 Big Sale is here, and with it comes new yarns! First discussed is Andi's dream yarn, Bubbly Bouclé 14:13 Another new yarn is Felicini, a new take on our popular self-striping sock yarn. 18:35 Last but not least, we have new colors of Swish Pops! 19:48 Our Brand Director Alexis joins Lee and Stacey to discuss the Big Sale. 24:45 Alexis gives a behind the scenes peek at the development of Felicini, Bubbly Bouclé, and the new Swish Pops colors. 30:53 Every year, Big Sale includes fun daily deals, and Alexis shares some of what's coming up and where daily deals like $2/4/6 came from. 35:04 Stacey asks the tough question: how do we decide what goes on sale? 38:40 Credits Lee's current in-progress knitting projects https://www.instagram.com/p/CzULcBtPn1V/?img_index=1 Lee's Swish Pops cardigan (ravelry link) https://www.ravelry.com/projects/leethal/cropped-cardi Lee's Andean Treasure cardigan (ravelry link) https://www.ravelry.com/projects/leethal/atrium-cardigan Lee's Chroma pullover (ravelry link) https://www.ravelry.com/projects/leethal/ice-fire-wrap Ice Fire Wrap pattern https://www.knitpicks.com/ice-fire-wrap/p/54182D?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode373 Axiom Sweater pattern https://www.knitpicks.com/axiom-sweater/p/52918D?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode373 Axiom Knit-along blog posts https://blog.knitpicks.com/category/kal/?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode373 Home Page for Big Sale https://www.knitpicks.com/?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode373 Bubbly Boucle yarn https://www.knitpicks.com/yarn/bubbly-boucl/c/5420488?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode373 Bare Boucle yarn https://www.knitpicks.com/yarn/bare-alpaca-merino-boucle/c/5420335?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode373 Darla Cardigan pattern https://www.knitpicks.com/darla-cardigan/p/N1907?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode373 Felicini yarn https://www.knitpicks.com/yarn/felicini/c/5420484?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode373 Joyce Cardigan pattern https://www.knitpicks.com/joyce-cardigan/p/N1908?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode373 Spumoni Hat pattern https://www.knitpicks.com/spumoni-hat/p/56375?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode373 Swish Pops yarn https://www.knitpicks.com/yarn/swish-pops/c/5420478?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode373 Knit Picks Spotify playlists https://open.spotify.com/user/31247gwkzyg3zoickxpg6uwormza Knit Picks Lovers ravelry group https://www.ravelry.com/groups/knitpicks-lovers
Oct 18, 2023 · 56 min
Episode 372 - Knits in 10 Hours or Less
It's the perfect time of year for quick knits, and we were so delighted to feature several patterns from George of 10 Hours or Less in our latest stash-buster pattern collection, Déjà Yarn. You can probably guess what kind of patterns George specializes in (ones that take less than 10 hours to make), but you'll be amazed to hear about his long career in the knitting industry that predates digital patterns. George also shares a glimpse inside his design process as he explains how he created his Art Deco Artisan Headband and Rolling Ribbing Hat for Déjà Yarn. Plus, Lee, Stacey, and Andi chat about their current projects, the Axiom KAL, and knitting while watching movies or reading. 00:02 Welcome to the Knit Picks Podcast. 00:46 Lee and Stacey share what they've been up to. 06:50 Andi joins Stacey to chat about Axiom. 13:20 Stacey and Lee talk more in depth about Déjà Yarn. 20:05 Lee and Stacey and joined by George from 10 Hours or Less who shares his background. 30:47 George shares his process for his two patterns in Déjà Yarn. 42:27 Stacey and George give some hints about a future 12 Weeks of Gifting pattern! 43:17 George is a big part of the Indie Design Gift Along and provides more information about how to participate. 53:55 George shares where else to find him and his 10 Hours of Less patterns. 55:13 Credits Swish Pops yarn https://www.knitpicks.com/yarn/swish-pops/c/5420478?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode372 Lee's Swish Pops cardigan project (ravelry link) https://www.ravelry.com/projects/leethal/cropped-cardi Hawthorne DK https://www.knitpicks.com/yarn/hawthorne-dk/c/5420481?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode372 Lee's Movie Theatre Sweater (ravelry link) https://www.ravelry.com/projects/leethal/theya-pullover Axiom Sweater pattern https://www.knitpicks.com/axiom-sweater/p/52918D?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode372 Axiom knit-along https://blog.knitpicks.com/tag/axiom-kal/?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode372 Axiom progress so far https://www.instagram.com/p/CyOYAWsMCW8/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== How to Convert a Seamed Sweater to Seamless https://blog.knitpicks.com/how-to-convert-a-seamed-sweater-to-seamless/?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode372 Knitting & Reading At The Same Time blogpost https://blog.knitpicks.com/knitting-reading-at-the-same-time/?utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode372 Deja Yarn: Single Color Stashbusters https://www.knitpicks.com/sale/deja-yarn-single-color-stashbusters/c/302139?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode372 Prerogative Cowl https://www.knitpicks.com/prerogative-cowl/p/54214D?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode372 Holil Yeoh patterns: https://www.knitpicks.com/patterns/holli-yeoh/c/30026807?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode372 Wonderfluff Ombre https://www.knitpicks.com/yarn/wonderfluff-ombr/c/5420427?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode372 Urwen Cowl https://www.knitpicks.com/urwen-cowl/p/54210D?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode372 Claire Slade patterns https://www.knitpicks.com/patterns/claire-slade/c/30026803?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode372 Heatherly Worsted https://www.knitpicks.com/yarn/heatherly-worsted/c/5420451?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode372 High Desert Worsted https://www.knitpicks.com/yarn/high-desert-worsted/c/5420425?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode372 Weekend Lounging Socks https://www.knitpicks.com/weekend-lounging-socks/p/54215D?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode372 Art Deco Artisan Headband https://www.knitpicks.com/art-deco-artisan-headband/p/54213D?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode372 Rolling Ribbing Hat https://www.knitpicks.com/rolling-ribbing-hat/p/54212D?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode372 Swish Worsted https://www.knitpicks.com/yarn/swish-worsted/c/5420153?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode372 Swish DK https://www.knitpicks.com/yarn/swish-dk/c/5420168?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode372 12 Weeks of Gifting 2023 patterns https://www.knitpicks.com/patterns/12-weeks-of-gifting-2023/c/300202?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode372 Indie Design Gift-A-Long (Ravelry link) https://www.ravelry.com/groups/indie-design-gift-a-long 10 Hours or Less user profile (Ravelry link) https://www.ravelry.com/people/10HoursorLess 10 hours or Less patterns on Ravelry (ravelry link) https://www.ravelry.com/designers/10-hours-or-less 10 Hours or Less patterns on Lovecrafts https://www.lovecrafts.com/en-us/user/maker/459f818e-d58a-442b-8e15-8dead451fdab 10 Hours or Less on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/10hoursorless/
Oct 4, 2023 · 53 min
Episode 371 - The 12 Weeks of Gifting
Can you believe there are less than 12 weeks until the start of the holiday season? In this episode, Lee and Stacey chat about our annual 12 Weeks of Gifting, a series of free patterns released once a week leading up to the winter holidays. They share the concept behind it and how it began as well as how patterns are selected for it. Both of our hosts also created new designs for this year's set of 12 patterns and describe their creative process for them. In addition to 12 Weeks of Gifting, there's so much more going on! The Axiom KAL just started, so producer Andi hopped on to join Stacey in discussing starting the sweater. Lee and Stacey also talk about two new pattern collections and oodles of new yarns and new yarn colors. 00:03 Welcome to the Knit Picks Podcast! 00:36 Lee and Stacey share what they've been crafting in their free time. 02:29 Andi joins Lee and Stacey to discuss the Axiom KAL. 07:50 Lee isn't participating in the KAL but has a Swish Pops sweater on her needles. 09:03 The 12 Weeks of Gifting are here! Stacey and Lee give the backstory behind our annual series of free patterns. 17:20 Lee designed two patterns for 12 Weeks of Gifting and describes that process along with Stacey. 25:44 We've got a new book called Déjà Yarn: Solid Color Stashbusters! 29:02 We've also got a new mini eBook called Heirloom: Cable Knits in Tweed. 33:22 Stacey's dream has finally come true! Woodland Tweed is now available in gorgeous colors! 38:10 Hawthorne DK has arrived, perfect for heavy socks. 40:00 Lee's excited about our new super bulky Fluff of the Andes and new colors of Alla Prima. 48:42 Lee, Stacey, and Andi tease two new yarns that will be coming soon in November. 51:55 Credits Axiom Sweater pattern https://www.knitpicks.com/axiom-sweater/p/52918D?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode371 Axiom knit-along https://blog.knitpicks.com/tag/axiom-kal/?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode371 Axiom KAL introduction https://blog.knitpicks.com/68474-2/?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode371 How to Convert a Seamed Sweater to Seamless https://blog.knitpicks.com/how-to-convert-a-seamed-sweater-to-seamless/?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode371 Axiom KAL tag on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/axiomkal/ Swish Pops yarn https://www.knitpicks.com/yarn/swish-pops/c/5420478?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode371 Lee's Swish Pops cardigan project (ravelry link) https://www.ravelry.com/projects/leethal/cropped-cardi 12 Weeks of Gifting 2023 https://www.knitpicks.com/patterns/12-weeks-of-gifting-2023/c/300202?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode371 12 Weeks of Gifting on crochet.com https://www.crochet.com/patterns/twelve-weeks-of-gifting/c/500204?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode371 Brava Recycle yarn https://www.knitpicks.com/yarn/brava-recycle/c/5420475?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode371 Sugar Twist Cowl pattern https://www.knitpicks.com/sugar-twist-cowl/p/55977?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode371 15th Street Wrap pattern https://www.knitpicks.com/15th-street-wrap/p/55967?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode371 4th Street Wrap pattern https://www.knitpicks.com/4th-street-wrap/p/56396?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode371 Wool of the Andes Bulky yarn https://www.knitpicks.com/yarn/wool-of-the-andes-bulky/c/5420155?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode371 Wool of the Andes Superwash Bulky https://www.knitpicks.com/yarn/wool-of-the-andes-superwash-bulky/c/5420256?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode371 Déjà Yarn book https://www.knitpicks.com/deja-yarn-single-color-stashbusters/p/33966?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode371 Déjà Yarn eBook https://www.knitpicks.com/deja-yarn-single-color-stashbuster-ebook/p/75455D?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode371 Heirloom: Cable Knits in Tweed eBook https://www.knitpicks.com/heirloom-cable-knits-in-tweed-ebook/p/75454D?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode371 #cooltweedfall on instagram https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/cooltweedfall/ Galloway Pullover pattern https://www.knitpicks.com/galloway-pullover/p/51073D?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode371 Fiddlehead Cardigan pattern https://www.knitpicks.com/fiddlehead-cardigan/p/51352D?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode371 Forge Scarf pattern https://www.knitpicks.com/forge-scarf/p/52934D?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode371 Woodland Tweed yarn https://www.knitpicks.com/yarn/woodland-tweed/c/5420479?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode371 Woodland Tweed Bare yarn https://www.knitpicks.com/yarn/bare-woodland-tweed/c/5420329?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode371 Morrison Beret pattern https://www.knitpicks.com/morrison-beret/p/51034D?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode371 Hawthorne DK yarn https://www.knitpicks.com/yarn/hawthorne-dk/c/5420481?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode371 Hawthorne Fingering yarn https://www.knitpicks.com/yarn/hawthorne-fingering/c/5420251?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode371 Fluff of the Andes yarn https://www.knitpicks.com/yarn/fluff-of-the-andes/c/5420483?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode371 Wool of the Andes yarn family https://www.knitpicks.com/yarn/wool-of-the-andes/c/30015001?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode371 Alla Prima yarn https://www.knitpicks.com/yarn/alla-prima/c/5420456?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode371 Alla Prima multicolored yarn https://www.knitpicks.com/yarn/alla-prima/c/5420456?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode371 Simply Wool yarn https://www.knitpicks.com/yarn/simply-wool-aran/c/5420318?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode371 Simply Alpaca yarn https://www.knitpicks.com/yarn/simply-alpaca-aran/c/5420319?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode371 Alpaca Cloud yarns https://www.knitpicks.com/search?q=alpaca+cloud?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode371 Spumoni Hat pattern https://www.knitpicks.com/spumoni-hat/p/56375?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode371 All Bare Yarns https://www.knitpicks.com/yarn/bare-dye-your-own/c/300110?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode371
Sep 20, 2023 · 56 min
Episode 370 - Yarn Thrift Stores with Zeb from Disco Fibers
Every knitter ends up with yarn they don't plan to use and don't know what to do with, and that's the problem Zeb from Disco Fibers is looking to solve! He joins our hosts Lee and Stacey to talk about starting a yarn thrift store in the Portland, OR area that helps get unused yarn out of the back of the closet and into the hands of knitters that will love it. Plus, Andi joins Stacey to discuss our upcoming KAL, where we'll all be knitting the Axiom Sweater by Claire Slade! Andi and Stacey chat about their yarn choices and some modifications to the pattern. 00:03 Welcome to the Knit Picks podcast! 00:18 Lee and Stacey share what they've been up to lately. 09:59 We're announcing our new knit-along: The Axiom Sweater! 14:14 Stacey and Andi share their Axiom yarn choices and modification plans 23:01 Our hosts are joined by Zeb from Disco Fibers to talk about yarn thrift stores! 24:21 Zeb shares why he was inspired to start Disco Fibers 31:54 Stacey asks Zeb about using WhatNot 36:50 Zeb shares his plans for the future of Disco Fibers 41:11 Lee asks about the Disco Fibers intake process 50:39 Lee and Zeb discuss additional craft thrift stores outside of the Portland, OR area 54:55 Credits Lee's cardigan project in Swish Pops (ravelry link) https://www.ravelry.com/projects/leethal/cropped-cardi Swish Pops yarn https://www.knitpicks.com/yarn/swish-pops/c/5420478?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode370 Twisted Stitch Sourcebook (book with cardigan pattern) https://www.abramsbooks.com/product/norah-gaughans-twisted-stitch-sourcebook_9781419747564/ Worsted Socks pattern https://www.knitpicks.com/worsted-socks/p/51226D?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode370 Lee's marled socks project (ravelry link) https://www.ravelry.com/projects/leethal/worsted-socks WotA Classics ebook https://www.knitpicks.com/wota-classics-simple-knits-in-wool-of-the-andes-worsted-ebook/p/75447D?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode370 Bare Stroll Glimmer yarn https://www.knitpicks.com/yarn/bare-stroll-glimmer/c/5420261?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode370 Ventisca Slipover pattern https://www.knitpicks.com/ventisca-slipover/p/54139D?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode370 Rey Bucket Hat sewing pattern https://www.seamwork.com/catalog/rey Axiom Sweater pattern https://www.knitpicks.com/axiom-sweater/p/52918D?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode370 Axiom Knit-a-long https://blog.knitpicks.com/68474-2/?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode370 Wool of the Andes Worsted yarn https://www.knitpicks.com/yarn/wool-of-the-andes-worsted/c/5420103?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode370 High Desert Tweed yarn https://www.knitpicks.com/yarn/high-desert-tweed/c/5420482?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode370 Swish Worsted yarn https://www.knitpicks.com/yarn/swish-worsted/c/5420153?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode370 Wool of the Andes Tweed yarn https://www.knitpicks.com/yarn/wool-of-the-andes-tweed-worsted/c/5420211?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode370 Knit Picks blog https://blog.knitpicks.com/?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode370 Disco Fibers https://www.discofibers.com/ Whatnot app https://www.whatnot.com/ Zeb's dogs https://www.discofibers.com/about Disco Fibers on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/DiscoFibers/ ReCreative Denver https://www.recreativedenver.org/ Really Really Free Market https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Really_Really_Free_Market Rebuilding Center in Portland https://www.rebuildingcenter.org/ Scrap in Portland https://portland.scrapcreativereuse.org/ Swansons Fabrics https://www.swansonsfabrics.com/ Secondhand Fabric Stores US & Canada Map https://www.sewingthroughfog.com/thriftyourfabric Creative Reuse Store list https://swoodsonsays.com/a-creative-reuse-center-near-me-map-resource/
Sep 6, 2023 · 41 min
Episode 369 - Cool Tweed Fall
We're back from summer break and ready to start planning our autumn knits! Dozens of new colors of old favorites and a handful of brand-new yarns have come out since we last recorded, and Lee and Stacey are excited to share with you the development process of a few of their favorites. There isn't just new yarn! There also are new patterns, and Stacey and Lee chat about our new tweed home collection that comes out the same day as this episode, Stay In & Knit: Tweed Patterns for Home as well as the transitional, lacey collection from earlier this summer, Nature Walk: Lace Patterns. Plus, the end of the Ice Fire KAL is discussed, and our next KAL gets teased. Can you guess what we'll be knitting together next? 00:04 Welcome to the Knit Picks Podcast! 00:50 Lee and Stacey share what they've been up to during our summer break. 08:44 The Ice Fire KAL came to an end, with not everyone finishing on time. 11:50 We can't recap summer 2023 without mentioning Barbie! 13:10 So many new things came out on our break and today, and we're starting with the background behind Swish Pops! 18:58 We've got so many new tweeds for fall, including High Desert Tweed! 22:18 Lee and Stacey discuss new colors and patterns in Brava Tweed. 26:45 That's not all the tweed! Wool of the Andes Tweed also has new colors and revisited patterns. 28:16 Andean Treasure is back on the site with more colors and a new weight classification. 30:40 Lee and Stacey quickly go over even more new yarn colors for various lines. 32:24 Over the summer, we released a transitional lace collection called Nature Walk. 39:24 Credits Swish Pops yarn https://www.knitpicks.com/yarn/swish-pops/c/5420478?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode369 Ventisca Slipover https://www.knitpicks.com/ventisca-slipover/p/54139D?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode369 Unparalleled book https://www.knitpicks.com/unparalleled-modern-cables-collection/p/33926?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode369 Alexis and Stacey from Knit Picks and Katelyn from crochet.com together at Our Maker Life https://www.instagram.com/p/CvAuxtYu_4e/ Fancy Tiger Crafts store https://fancytigercrafts.com/ Reynolds Top and Dress sewing pattern https://helensclosetpatterns.com/product/reynolds-top-and-dress/ Rey Belt Bag and Bucket Hat sewing pattern https://www.seamwork.com/catalog/rey Ice Fire Wrap knit-a-long finished pieces https://www.instagram.com/p/CvYvAnduI-b/?img_index=1 Swish Pops Volume I spotify playlist https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2Xd7MGZvBzgLCo2Bc2XiID Pop Hat pattern on the blog https://blog.knitpicks.com/pop-hats/?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode369 Pop Hat pattern on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/p/CvlD2LqLNGv/?img_index=1 Podcast Episode with Michele Bernstein https://blog.knitpicks.com/episode-366---knitting-in-public-with-michele/?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode369 High Desert Tweed yarn https://www.knitpicks.com/yarn/high-desert-tweed/c/5420482?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode369 High Desert yarns https://www.knitpicks.com/high-desert?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode369 Brava Tweed yarn https://www.knitpicks.com/yarn/brava-tweed/c/5420445?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode369 Lee's Tweedy Trio pattern set https://www.knitpicks.com/tweedy-trio/p/54236D?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode369 Docent Afghan pattern https://www.knitpicks.com/docent-afghan/p/54207D?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode369 Wooded Cabin Pillow pattern https://www.knitpicks.com/wooded-cabin-pillow/p/54208D?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode369 Wool of the Andes Tweed yarn https://www.knitpicks.com/yarn/wool-of-the-andes-tweed-worsted/c/5420211?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode369 Love Tangle Blanket pattern https://www.knitpicks.com/love-tangle-blanket/p/51364D?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode369 Diamondbacked Pillow pattern https://www.knitpicks.com/diamondbacked-pillow/p/52397D?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode369 #CoolTweedFall on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/CoolTweedFall/ Andean Treasure yarn https://www.knitpicks.com/yarn/andean-treasure/c/5420107?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode369 Mighty Stitch yarn https://www.knitpicks.com/yarn/mighty-stitch/c/5420287?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode369 Wool of the Andes Superwash Worsted yarn https://www.knitpicks.com/yarn/wool-of-the-andes-superwash-worsted/c/5420246?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode369 Alpaca Cloud yarns https://www.knitpicks.com/yarn/alpaca-cloud/c/30015004?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode369 Gloss yarns https://www.knitpicks.com/yarn/gloss/c/30015023?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode369 Transitions ebook https://www.knitpicks.com/transitions-lacy-patterns-ebook/p/75408D?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode369 Nature Walk ebook https://www.knitpicks.com/nature-walk-lace-patterns-ebook/p/75452D?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode369 Botanic ebook https://www.knitpicks.com/botanic-nature-inspired-lace-ebook/p/75451D?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode369 Honey Bee Mine Cowl pattern https://www.knitpicks.com/honey-bee-mine/p/54198D?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode369 Broadleaf Wrap pattern https://www.knitpicks.com/broadleaf-wrap/p/54192D?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode369
Jul 25, 2023 · 33 min
Episode 368 - Christmas in July
It's Christmas in July! To celebrate, we're pulling out an old interview we recorded last fall with Katelyn from Crochet.com about our matching stocking pattern collections, Filled With Joy and All is Bright. The interview got put aside when we all became too busy with our November Big Sale last year, but it's full of fun tidbits about creating coordinating knit and crochet pattern collections, so we're delighted to finally share it! Plus, when we recorded, we were in the middle of our Eldfell KAL. Katelyn joined in with us, and it was her first knit colorwork project. Lee and Andi share a few tips for stranded colorwork with her that would be useful for knitting stockings as well! Please note that this is an older interview from the vault. Although the eBooks and individual patterns are still available, the pattern kits mentioned in this episode have sold out. 00:03 Welcome to the Knit Picks Podcast! 00:15 We're still on break but are popping in to share an interview from last year that never got shared. 03:26 Katelyn from Crochet.com joins hosts Lee and Stacey to chat about our 2022 stocking collections for both sites. 05:09 The stocking collection came from Katelyn brainstorming Christmas in July knits while planning last year's pattern collections, and she worked with Stacey to plan colors and concepts. 11:32 Lee created coloring pages for Knit Picks and Liz created her own version for Crochet.com to go in the eBooks to help plan color variations. 15:15 Katelyn and our hosts dive into a few specific stockings with coordinating knit and crochet options in the respective collections. 18:47 Naming the patterns and collections was a fun but complex process to maintain the connection between the two collections and not use existing patterns' and books' names. 23:02 Remember our Eldfell KAL? Katelyn was a participant and shares a bit about her first time knitting stranded colorwork. Lee and Andi provide some colorwork tips! 31:40 Credits crochet.com https://www.crochet.com/?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode368 Filled with Joy ebook on Knit Picks https://www.knitpicks.com/filled-with-joy-holiday-stockings-ebook/p/75409D?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode368 All is Bright ebook on crochet.com https://www.crochet.com/all-is-bright-ebook/p/75417D?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode368 Mosaic Gingham Stocking (knit) https://www.knitpicks.com/mosaic-gingham-stocking/p/53092D?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode368 Tunisian Gingham Stocking (crochet) https://www.crochet.com/tunisian-gingham-stocking/p/54085D?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode368 Happy Gnome Stocking (knit) https://www.knitpicks.com/happy-gnome-stocking/p/53094D?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode368 Bobbles and Baubles Stocking (crochet) https://www.crochet.com/bobbles-and-baubles-stocking/p/54089D?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode368 Tannenbaum Stocking (knit) https://www.knitpicks.com/tannenbaum-stocking/p/53096D?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode368 Poinsettia Stocking (knit) https://www.knitpicks.com/poinsettia-stocking/p/54103D?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode368 Candy Cane Stocking (crochet) https://www.crochet.com/candy-cane-stocking/p/54096D?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode368 Peppermint Patty Stocking (knit) https://www.knitpicks.com/peppermint-patty-stocking/p/54102D?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode368 Eldfell Pullover pattern https://www.knitpicks.com/eldfell-pullover/p/52277D?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode368 Wonderfluff yarn https://www.knitpicks.com/yarn/wonderfluff/c/5420285?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode368 Yarn Stranding Guide tool https://www.knitpicks.com/yarn-stranding-guide/p/80621?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode368 Wire Yarn Stranding Guide tool https://www.knitpicks.com/wire-yarn-stranding-guide/p/80622?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode368 Learn to Knit Colorwork https://www.knitpicks.com/learning-center/learn-to-knit-colorwork?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode368 KAL instagram story highlight https://www.instagram.com/stories/highlights/17929077290380280/
Jun 21, 2023 · 52 min
Episode 367 - Botanic and the Ice Fire KAL
We've got a beautiful new lace book out, Botanic: Nature-inspired Lace, and Lee and Stacey share the inspiration and some behind-the-scenes details. Stacey also gets excited about our new Foursquare Sunstruck needles. Plus, Lee and Stacey announce our summer break. We're taking July and August off from podcasting, but we'll be back with fresh episodes on the first Wednesday of September and plenty of new FO and WIPs to chat about! Also in this episode, Lee and Stacey are joined by Andi, Jen, Regan, and Carlene to discuss how our Ice Fire KAL WIPs are turning out. Despite starting at the same time, everyone is at very different points, and we bet you can guess who is already done. 00:07 Welcome to the Knit Picks Podcast 00:30 Lee and Stacey discuss what they're been up to, and Lee and Producer Andi get a little too excited talking about plants. 10:57 The show is taking a summer break! We'll be back in September with new projects to talk about. 16:05 We've got a new lace collection, Botanic: Nature-inspired Lace. 23:50 Stacey's secret favorite needles, Foursquare Sunstrucks, are finally available for everyone! 27:13 Knit Picks Team members Carelene, Regan, and Jen join Lee, Stacey, and Andi to talk about their Ice Fire KAL projects. 37:22 The team discusses mistakes and modifications they've made on their projects 43:10 Everyone discusses the challenging two-color rib and more mistakes. 50:32 Credits Lee's garden instagram highlight https://www.instagram.com/stories/highlights/17855885840899174/ Knit One Knit All book by Elizabeth Zimmermann https://www.schoolhousepress.com/knit-one-knit-all-elizabeth-zimmermann-s-garter-stitch-designs.html 2-Piece Baby Jacket pattern (ravelry link) https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/2-piece-baby-jacket Lee's baby jacket project (ravelry link) https://www.ravelry.com/projects/leethal/2-piece-baby-jacket Stroll yarns https://www.knitpicks.com/yarn/stroll/c/30015038?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode367 Knit Picks on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@knitpicksOfficial Botanic print book https://www.knitpicks.com/botanic-nature-inspired-lace/p/33945?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode367 Botanic ebook https://www.knitpicks.com/botanic-nature-inspired-lace-ebook/p/75451D?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode367 Foursquare Sunstruck needles https://www.knitpicks.com/sunstruck?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode367 Foursquare Sunstruck 6" Double Pointed Needles https://www.knitpicks.com/foursquare-sunstruck-double-pointed-needles/g/FSSunstruckDPN?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode367 Ice Fire Knit Along https://blog.knitpicks.com/the-ice-fire-kal-starts-today/?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode367 Ice Fire Wrap pattern https://www.knitpicks.com/ice-fire-wrap/p/54182D?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode367 Wool of the Andes yarns https://www.knitpicks.com/yarn/wool-of-the-andes/c/30015001?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode367 Knit Picks Blog https://blog.knitpicks.com?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode367 Capra DK yarn https://www.knitpicks.com/yarn/capra-dk/c/5420109?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode367 Regan's finished wrap dramatic photoshoot https://www.instagram.com/p/CtNSKQQvFRw/ Knit Picks instagram KAL story highlight https://www.instagram.com/stories/highlights/17951189888616823/
Jun 7, 2023 · 52 min
Episode 366 - Knitting in Public with Michele
Knit in Public Day is this weekend, and we thought it was fitting to invite Michele Bernstein to join us for this episode of the podcast because she will once again be joining the Knit Picks team for our own Knit in Public Day event! We talk with her about her current design passions, past small knitting events like Knit in Public Day, and bigger events with classes like Vogue Knitting Live. If you're local to the Portland, Oregon area, we hope you'll join us this weekend in Vancouver, Washington for our event. You can find more details on Blog.KnitPicks.com Plus, Lee, Stacey, and Andi share their progress on the Ice Fire KAL and introduce our latest pattern collection, Soft Stripes & Intersecting Lines. 0:03 Welcome to the Knit Picks Podcast! 00:28 Lee and Stacey are joined by Andi to discuss their Ice Fire KAL projects! 10:41 Lee and Stacey share about our latest pattern collection called Soft Stripes & Intersecting Lines. 20:35 Designer Michele Bernstein joins Lee and Stacey to chat. The conversation starts with Michele's passion for brioche! 26:40 Michele shares a bit about her current interest: assigned pooling. 29:25 Michele is joining us for Knit in Public Day again this year, and our hosts reminisce about past Knit in Public Day events. 33:22 Knit in Public Day isn't the only event for knitters! Stacey and Michele discuss a previous knitting event at a Portland, Oregon cat cafe that Michele hosted. 36:43 The conversation turns to larger events with classes like Vogue Knitting Live and Red Alder. 40:21 Michele has done both virtual and in-person teaching and talks about the differences. 43:44 Michele shares what she has coming up for classes and patterns, and the conversation returns to assigned pooling. 50:20 Credits Ice Fire Wrap Knit Along https://blog.knitpicks.com/ice-fire-wrap-knit-along/?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode366 Ice Fire Wrap pattern https://www.knitpicks.com/ice-fire-wrap/p/54182D?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode366 Wrap and Turn tutorial https://www.knitpicks.com/learning-center/wrap-and-turn-short-rows?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode366 Soft Stripes & Intersecting Lines ebook https://www.knitpicks.com/soft-stripes-intersecting-lines-ebook/p/75450D?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode366 Glennis Bandana Cowl pattern https://www.knitpicks.com/glennis-bandana-cowl/p/54176D?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode366 Chroma yarns https://www.knitpicks.com/yarn/chroma/c/30015012?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode366 Follow the Lines Cardigan pattern https://www.knitpicks.com/follow-the-lines-cardigan/p/54180D?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode366 Gloire Sweater pattern https://www.knitpicks.com/gloire-sweater/p/54178D?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode366 Woven Socks pattern https://www.knitpicks.com/woven-socks/p/54177D?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode366 Coloring Outside the Lines ebook https://www.knitpicks.com/coloring-outside-the-lines-ebook/p/75448D?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode366 Good Vibes & Groovy Lines ebook https://www.knitpicks.com/good-vibes-groovy-lines-ebook/p/75449D?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode366 Animation yarn https://www.knitpicks.com/yarn/animation-amigurumi-sets/c/5420468?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode366 Michele's website/blog https://pdxknitterati.com/ Michele's patterns on Knit Picks https://www.knitpicks.com/search?q=Michele%20Lee%20Bernstein?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode366 Yarn Over: Brioche Knits ebook https://www.knitpicks.com/yarn-over-brioche-knits-ebook/p/75345D?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode366 Both Sides Now Shawl pattern https://www.knitpicks.com/both-sides-now-shawl/p/52753D?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode366 Brioche Knit Love book patterns https://pdxknitterati.com/brioche-knit-love-book/brioche-knit-love-the-21-designs/ Brioche Knit Love book/ebook on Amazon https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C5KNG6HG/ Michele's Assigned Pooling patterns (Ravelry link) https://www.ravelry.com/bundles/assigned-and-planned-pooling Lee's assigned pooling dishcloth pattern https://www.knitpicks.com/scrubbing-bobbles-dishcloth/p/56389?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode366 Shine Multi yarn https://www.knitpicks.com/yarn/shine-multi-worsted/c/5420476?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode366 Knit Picks Knit in Public Day event https://blog.knitpicks.com/join-us-for-knit-in-public-day/?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode366 World Wide Knit in Public Day https://www.wwkipday.com/ Purrington's Cat Lounge https://www.purringtonscatlounge.com/ Cat Adoption Team https://catadoptionteam.org/ 9 Lives ebook https://www.knitpicks.com/9-lives-ebook-cat-inspired-knits/p/75290D?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode366 M K Nance's patterns https://www.knitpicks.com/search?q=M%20K%20Nance?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode366 Nautical Knitting Cruise on the Schooner Zodiac (Bellingham, WA) July 31 http://schoonerzodiac.com/cruises/nautical-knitting/ Vogue Knitting Cruise to Alaska in September http://www.toursbyvogueknitting.com/ Virtual Vogue Knitting Live (2 brioche classes) in June https://www.vogueknittinglive.com/portal Petite Brioche and Starfall planned pooling cowl Zoom classes via For Yarn's Sake https://www.foryarnssake.com/classes/ Starfall pattern https://pdxknitterati.com/patterns/patterns-cowls-and-scarves/starfall-cowl/ Sitka Center (Oregon Coast) brioche workshop in July https://www.sitkacenter.org/workshops/3418-introduction-to-brioche-knitting Sign up for the PDXKnitterati newsletter http://eepurl.com/cniNPX
May 17, 2023 · 1 hr 2 min
Episode 365 - Creating Pattern Collections from Start to Finish
We've got a stunning new collection out today called Good Vibes & Groovy Lines, and with such a clear concept carried from moodboards to final layout, we thought this would be the perfect collection to use to share more information about how our collections are created! Our Creative Director Hillary joins hosts Lee and Stacey to discuss how the creative vision of a pattern collection is maintained from start to finish with so many contributors and collaborators as part of the process. They even share some tips for designers who'd like to contribute to future collections! And we've got good news if you're in search of a summer KAL! We're hosting a KAL to all make the Ice Fire Wrap by Donielle Showvay from Good Vibes & Groovy Lines, and Lee and Stacey are joined by Producer Andi to discuss color choices and modifications that make it an easier knit for adventurous beginners. Visit the Knit Picks blog for more information and KAL updates. 0:02 Welcome to the Knit Picks Podcast 3:03 Lee and Stacey share what they've been up to since our last episode. 10:07 We're hosting a KAL for the Ice Fire Wrap from Good Vibes & Groovy Lines! 13:56 The Ice Fire Wrap is an approachable knit, but there are some ways to make it even more beginner-friendly. 27:57 Our Creative Director Hillary joins Lee and Stacey to share a bit about her background and discuss our pattern collection process. 34:03 The secrets to what happens in the earliest phases of pattern conceptualization is revealed, using Good Vibes & Groovy Lines as an example. 37:36 After pattern idea submissions are sent in, the team picks patterns to accept, and Lee and Stacey share tips for designers on how to improve their chances of being accepted. 41:04 Designers do their magic, and Stacey chooses colors for the sample knits. 42:41 While the samples are being knit, Hillary begins planning the photoshoot styling, hiring models, and finding a photoshoot location. 48:04 Photoshoot day features a big team to get both inspirational and helpful photos and videos of the knits. 51:09 Lee begins working on editing and laying out patterns as soon as the patterns arrive, and after the photo shoot, she can complete the layout. 58:13 Team proofing is the final step! 60:58 Credits Knit Picks on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@knitpicksOfficial Felici yarn https://www.knitpicks.com/yarn/felici-sock-yarn/c/5420165 Static yarn https://www.knitpicks.com/yarn/static/c/5420382 Stroll Mini-Packs https://www.knitpicks.com/yarn/stroll-mini-packs/c/5420346 Free Play Hat pattern https://www.knitpicks.com/free-play-hat/p/56378 Striation Headband https://www.knitpicks.com/striation-headband/p/56380 Lee's Pizza Recipe https://www.instagram.com/p/Cq9BUXdP4f1/ Me Made May on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/memademay/ Lee's Me Made May story highlight https://www.instagram.com/stories/highlights/17969379410356119/ Fen Dress sewing pattern https://fancytigercrafts.com/products/fen-pdf-pattern Good Vibes & Groovy Lines ebook https://www.knitpicks.com/good-vibes-groovy-lines-ebook/p/75449D Ice Fire Wrap pattern https://www.knitpicks.com/ice-fire-wrap/p/54182D Chroma Worsted yarn https://www.knitpicks.com/yarn/chroma-worsted/c/5420204 Chroma Twist yarn https://www.knitpicks.com/yarn/chroma-twist-worsted/c/5420383 Capra DK yarn https://www.knitpicks.com/yarn/capra-dk/c/5420109 Short Rows (wrap & turn) tutorial https://tutorials.knitpicks.com/short-rows-wrap-and-turn-or-wt/ Ice Fire Knit Along https://blog.knitpicks.com/ice-fire-wrap-knit-along/ Wonderfluff yarn https://www.knitpicks.com/yarn/wonderfluff/c/5420285 Swish yarns https://www.knitpicks.com/yarn/swish/c/30015039 Wool of the Andes yarns https://www.knitpicks.com/yarn/wool-of-the-andes/c/30015001 Brava Recycle yarn https://www.knitpicks.com/yarn/brava-recycle/c/5420475 Hillary's Instagram https://www.instagram.com/agatemountainstudio/ Hillary's graphic design website https://agatemountainstudio.com/ Regan's Photography Tutorial https://blog.knitpicks.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/IDP-Photo-Guide.pdf Transitions ebook https://www.knitpicks.com/transitions-lacy-patterns-ebook/p/75408D All Knit Picks books https://www.knitpicks.com/books/knit-picks-exclusives/c/300431?sort=NEW All Knit Picks ebooks https://www.knitpicks.com/patterns/ebooks
May 3, 2023 · 56 min
Episode 364 - DEI & Donations with Remi
This is an extra special episode! Today we're launching a new eBook called Coloring Outside the Lines with 50% of the sales for the first two years donated to Outside In, a nonprofit providing healthcare and social services, including LGBTQIA+ services, in Portland, Oregon. One of the founding members of our company's DEI Committee, Remi, joins hosts Lee and Stacey to talk about his background, the work our DEI committee does, including planning our donation to Outside In, and the patterns in the new eBook. Remi also shares the work he does behind the scenes on our emails and to help make them more accessible by adding detailed alt text to every image. Plus, our podcasters give a not-so-subtle hint about a KAL coming soon and share the backstory behind the colorway names of a new yarn, Brava Recycle, a DK-weight yarn made of recycled acrylic. 00:03 Welcome to the Knit Picks Podcast! 00:35 Lee and Stacey share what they've been up to and give a hint on what's coming in our next episode. 09:38 Stacey and Lee introduce our latest collection, Coloring Outside the Lines. 19:21 Our coworker and DEI committee founding member Remi joins Stacey and Lee to talk about his background and work on the DEI committee. 31:22 The DEI committee started celebration day, which is a floating holiday used for meaningful holidays that aren't in the regular schedule. 38:27 Remi talks about how the DEI committee helped choose a nonprofit, Outside In, to donate to in connection with Coloring Outside the Lines. 46:00 Remi attempts to choose a favorite pattern from Coloring Outside the Lines. 48:58 Despite not being a crafter when he joined the team, Remi has been learning to crochet. 55:05 Credits Berroco yarn company https://www.berroco.com/ Lee's garden https://www.instagram.com/stories/highlights/17855885840899174/ Bridge Pedal bike event https://www.providence.org/lp/bridge-pedal Ventisca Slipover pattern https://www.knitpicks.com/ventisca-slipover/p/54139D Brava Recycle yarn https://www.knitpicks.com/yarn/brava-recycle/c/5420475 Coloring Outside the Lines ebook https://www.knitpicks.com/coloring-outside-the-lines-ebook/p/75448D Outside In https://outsidein.org/ Human Rights Campaign Report on Youth Homeless https://www.hrc.org/news/new-report-on-youth-homeless-affirms-that-lgbtq-youth-disproportionately-ex The Trevor Project Homelessness and Housing Instability Among LGBTQ Youth https://www.thetrevorproject.org/research-briefs/homelessness-and-housing-instability-among-lgbtq-youth-feb-2022/ Alberta Arts District https://www.travelportland.com/neighborhoods/alberta-arts-district/ Paint Box Hoodie pattern https://www.knitpicks.com/paint-box-hoodie/p/54186D Stroll Mini Packs https://www.knitpicks.com/yarn/stroll-mini-packs/c/5420346 Vibrations Pullover pattern https://www.knitpicks.com/vibrations-pullover/p/54189D Shine Multi yarn https://www.knitpicks.com/yarn/shine-multi-worsted/c/5420476 International Transgender Day of Visibility https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/International_Transgender_Day_of_Visibility May Day https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/International_Workers%27_Day Connecting Threads https://www.connectingthreads.com/ WeCrochet Bright Crochet Hook Set https://www.crochet.com/wecrochet-bright-crochet-hook-set/p/83037
Apr 19, 2023 · 51 min
Episode 363 - A Sock Knitting Round Table
We're talking about all things socks this week! To kick off the Sock Yarn Sale happening now, Knit Picks staff members Alena and Jen join hosts Lee and Stacey for a sock knitting round table discussion. Producer Andi plays the moderator and asks the hard-hitting questions, like toe up or cuff down and how to care for socks. Everyone also shares their favorite sock yarn, on sale now, and their favorite pattern(s) from our latest sock collection, Pop Socks. 00:04 Welcome to the Knit Picks Podcast! 00:50 Lee and Stacey chat about current WIPs and future knits. 05:40 The Sock Yarn Sale is happening now! 09:15 An exclusive promo code for listeners 09:50 Producer Andi kicks off our Sock Knitting Round Table with Lee, Stacey, Jen, and Alena 14:10 The obvious first topic is heel types, and the conversation turns to two-at-a-time. 20:07 Toe up vs. cuff down brings out some strong feelings 27:10 Controversial sock habits and sock care 34:25 Recommendations for aspiring sock knitters 40:12 Everyone shares their favorite sock yarns 43:05 Our sock knitters try to choose a favorite from Pop Socks 46:20 Final words on sock knitting 49:28 Credits Free patterns sorted by newest https://www.knitpicks.com/patterns/free-knitting-patterns/c/300218?sort=NEW&utm_source=libsyn&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode363 Twill yarn https://www.knitpicks.com/yarn/twill/c/5420368?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode363 Ventisca Slipover pattern https://www.knitpicks.com/ventisca-slipover/p/54139D?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode363 Lee's book Color Squared https://www.leemeredith.com/#colorsquared Crossed-stitched pixel image https://www.instagram.com/p/BV7crACD_um/ Sock yarns https://www.knitpicks.com/yarn/sock/c/300106?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode363 Felici yarns https://www.knitpicks.com/search?q=felici&utm_source=libsyn&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode363 Electric Slide socks book https://www.knitpicks.com/electric-slide-colorful-socks/p/33911?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode363 Two at Once, Toe Up, Magic Loop Socks pattern https://www.knitpicks.com/two-at-once-toe-up-magic-loop-socks/p/50631?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode363 Judy's Magic Cast On https://tutorials.knitpicks.com/judys-magic-cast-on/?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode363 Jeny's Surprisingly Stretchy Bind Off https://knitty.com/ISSUEfall09/FEATjssbo.php Tubular Bind Off https://www.knitpicks.com/learning-center/tubular-bind-off?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode363 Grafting (aka Kitchener Stitch) https://www.knitpicks.com/learning-center/learn-to-knit/kitchener?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode363 Wrap & Turn short rows https://tutorials.knitpicks.com/short-rows-wrap-and-turn-or-wt/?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode363 Winter Weekend Socks pattern https://shannonsquire.com/winter-weekend-socks/ Accogliente Socks pattern https://www.knitpicks.com/accogliente-socks/p/55987?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode363 Learn to Knit Socks book https://www.knitpicks.com/knit-bits-learn-to-knit-socks/p/33872?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode363 Learn to Knit Socks ebook https://www.knitpicks.com/knit-bits-learn-to-knit-socks-ebook/p/75381D?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode363 Worsted Socks pattern https://www.knitpicks.com/worsted-socks/p/51226D?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode363 Hawthorne yarns https://www.knitpicks.com/yarn/hawthorne/c/30015024?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode363 Static yarn https://www.knitpicks.com/yarn/static/c/5420382?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode363 Stroll yarns https://www.knitpicks.com/yarn/stroll/c/30015038?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode363 Pop Socks book https://www.knitpicks.com/pop-socks-colorful-patterns-collection/p/33935?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode363 Pop Socks ebook https://www.knitpicks.com/pop-socks-colorful-patterns-ebook/p/75427D?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode363 Socks for Everybody! eBook https://www.knitpicks.com/socks-for-everybody-ebook-patterns-for-the-beginner-sock-knitter/p/75311D?&utm_source=libsyn&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode363 Eutaw Street pattern (baseball socks by Kristen Jancuk) https://www.mediaperuana.com/eutawstreet

Knit Picks' Podcast

Episode 382: A Chat with Julie Ann Lebouthillier

Episode 381: All of Your Sock Questions

Episode 380: Get to Know Designer Joy Friedman

Episode 379: A Sweater-care Discussion

Episode 378: A Chat with Bridget Pupillo

Episode 377: A Cable Knitting Q&A

Episode 376: Getting Cozy in the New Year

Episode 375: A Gift-knitting Roundtable

Episode 374: Get to know designer Yu Ra Kim!

Episode 373: The Big Sale with Alexis

Episode 372 - Knits in 10 Hours or Less

Episode 371 - The 12 Weeks of Gifting

Episode 370 - Yarn Thrift Stores with Zeb from Disco Fibers

Episode 369 - Cool Tweed Fall

Episode 368 - Christmas in July

Episode 367 - Botanic and the Ice Fire KAL

Episode 366 - Knitting in Public with Michele

Episode 365 - Creating Pattern Collections from Start to Finish

Episode 364 - DEI & Donations with Remi

Episode 363 - A Sock Knitting Round Table