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enhttp://2knitlitchicks.blogspot.com/https://static.libsyn.com/p/assets/b/b/b/2/bbb2e2b1f51b08b4/bigblogphoto.jpg2 Knit Lit ChicksTracie & BarbfalseTracie & Barb2knitlitchicks@gmail.comepisodicnoEpisode 316: Live from the Cabin Down the Stairs from the BunkhouseEpisode 316: Live from the Cabin Down the Stairs from the BunkhouseSun, 30 Aug 2026 18:32:54 +0000Recorded Sunday, August 9, 2026
Book talk starts at 16:45
Our Charity KAL is ongoing. Knit or crochet anything for any charity Post pictures in the FO thread for a chance to win a prize through September 1, 2026.
We will be at the 2nd Annual 2 Knit Lit Chicks Get-Together - September 24-27 2026 in Zephyr Cove, Nevada.
KNITTING
Barb is working on a basketweave/not basketweave charity scarf using a Caron Cake
Our Charity KAL is ongoing. Knit or crochet anything for any charity Post pictures in the FO thread for a chance to win a prize through September 1, 2026.
We will be at the 2nd Annual 2 Knit Lit Chicks Get-Together - September 24-27 2026 in Zephyr Cove, Nevada.
KNITTING
Barb is working on a basketweave/not basketweave charity scarf using a Caron Cake
]]>41:49falsefull426106002026-08-30T18:38:58ZEpisode 315: Consider This Your July EpisodeEpisode 315: Consider This Your July EpisodeSat, 08 Aug 2026 15:52:29 +0000Recorded Sunday, August 2, 2026
Book talk starts at 13:45
Please excuse all Tracie's sniffling around 3 1/2 minutes in!
Our Charity KAL is ongoing. Knit or crochet anything for any charity Post pictures in the FO thread for a chance to win a prize through September 1, 2026.
We will be at the 2nd Annual 2 Knit Lit Chicks Get-Together - September 24-27 2026 in Zephyr Cove, Nevada.
KNITTING
Barb finished
One Row Scarf #3 by Stephanie Pearl-McFee using a Caron Cake
Mother Bear 301
Tracie finished:
Bears 348 and 349
Tolsta Tee by Rebecca Clow in mystery rayon worsted from destash
Hello from My Colors by Jessie Maed Designs in 5 different fingering weight yarns from stash - MC is Lisa Souza Deluxe Sock! in Cornflower
Please excuse all Tracie's sniffling around 3 1/2 minutes in!
Our Charity KAL is ongoing. Knit or crochet anything for any charity Post pictures in the FO thread for a chance to win a prize through September 1, 2026.
We will be at the 2nd Annual 2 Knit Lit Chicks Get-Together - September 24-27 2026 in Zephyr Cove, Nevada.
KNITTING
Barb finished
One Row Scarf #3 by Stephanie Pearl-McFee using a Caron Cake
Mother Bear 301
Tracie finished:
Bears 348 and 349
Tolsta Tee by Rebecca Clow in mystery rayon worsted from destash
Hello from My Colors by Jessie Maed Designs in 5 different fingering weight yarns from stash - MC is Lisa Souza Deluxe Sock! in Cornflower
]]>39:48falsefull423645402026-08-08T15:59:00ZEpisode 314: A Mid-Project Block is Never a Bad IdeaEpisode 314: A Mid-Project Block is Never a Bad IdeaWed, 24 Jun 2026 04:07:06 +0000Recorded on Tuesday, June 16, 2026
Book Talk starts at 20:05
Our Charity KAL has begun! Knit or crochet anything for any charity Post pictures in the FO thread for a chance to win a prize.
June 1, 2026 - September 1, 2026
EVENTS
The 2nd Annual 2 Knit Lit Chicks Get-Together - September 24-27 2026 in Zephyr Cove, Nevada. There is one more spot open for someone willing to have a roommate.
Our Charity KAL has begun! Knit or crochet anything for any charity Post pictures in the FO thread for a chance to win a prize. June 1, 2026 - September 1, 2026
EVENTS
The 2nd Annual 2 Knit Lit Chicks Get-Together - September 24-27 2026 in Zephyr Cove, Nevada. There is one more spot open for someone willing to have a roommate.
1. Stephanie's One-Row Scarf using Caron Upside Down Cake in the Peanut Butter colorway 2. Cinched Up Hat by Debi Stone using Knit Picks Felici Worsted in the Rainbow colorway Tracie has finished: 1. 4 bears- 2 knit for baby gifts, 1 knit in Sirdar Snuggly Baby Fair Isle Effect, and 1 in Plymouth Toybox Confetti in plus charity bears 346 & 347 2. Haltermelon by Alana Dakos, using Universal Yarns Uptown Worsted and Paintbox DK 3. Early Bloomer by Heidi Kirrmaier in Knit One Crochet Too Babyboo in Poppy and Wool and the Gang The One Cotton in White Chalk Barb is still working on: 1. Effortless Cardigan by Zabeth, using Knit Picks Wool of the Andes Worsted, in the Dove Heather colorway. This one may be destined for the bin! Tracie cast on: 1. Tolsta Tee by Rebecca Clow in "mystery" rayon worsted from destash And is still working on: 1. Hello From My Colors by Jessie Made Designs in 5 different fingering weight yarns from stash- MC is Lisa Souza Deluxe Sock in Cornflower 2. lillgardens Lisa The Baby Blanket by Perilla Eriksson in Scheepjes Stonewash in Coral
]]>01:05:01falsefull417895052026-07-01T00:01:41ZEpisode 313: I Didn't Want to - I Felt Compelled toEpisode 313: I Didn't Want to - I Felt Compelled toMon, 25 May 2026 21:15:04 +0000Recorded Thursday, May 20 2026
Book talk starts at 19:20
Our One-Skein KAL is over -
Please listen to the end to find out if you won a prize!
Next KAL - our Charity KAL! Knit or crochet anything for any charity! Post pictures in the FO thread for a chance to win a prize.
June 1, 2026 - September 1, 2026
EVENTS
Fiber Frolic - Saturday May 30th, 2026 10am - 2pm at Shadelands Ranch - 2662 Ygnacio Valley Rd. in Walnut Creek, CA
KNITTING
Barb has finished:
Bankhead #40 by Susie Gourlay, using Malabrigo Rios in the Indicita colorway
Tracie has finished:
1. First socks from a cranked tube (made with a sock machine) - Desert Vista Dyeworks Viso in the It's Me, Margaret colorway
]]>Recorded Thursday, May 20 2026 Book talk starts at 19:20 Our One-Skein KAL is over - Please listen to the end to find out if you won a prize! Next KAL - our Charity KAL! Knit or crochet anything for any charity! Post pictures in the FO thread for a chance to win a prize. June 1, 2026 - September 1, 2026
EVENTS
Fiber Frolic - Saturday May 30th, 2026 10am - 2pm at Shadelands Ranch - 2662 Ygnacio Valley Rd. in Walnut Creek, CA
3. lillgardens Lisa The Baby Blanket by Perilla Eriksson in Scheepjes Stonewash in Coral
BOOKS
Barb read: 1. For Your Own Good by Samantha Downing 4 stars 2. Rock, Paper, Scissors by Alice Feeney - 3.5 stars Tracie read: 1. See Them Run (DI Clair McKay), by Marion Todd - 3.5 stars 2. Atmosphere by Taylor Jenkins Reid - 4 stars 3. Snow Flower and the Secret Fan by Lisa See - 5 stars 4. In the Pleasure Groove by John Taylor - 5 stars]]>58:02falsefull414184902026-06-01T00:00:28ZEpisode 312: I Should Be Knocking Out Some KnockersEpisode 312: I Should Be Knocking Out Some KnockersWed, 22 Apr 2026 18:49:16 +0000
Recorded Thursday, April 16, 2026
Book talk starts at 28:00
Our spring KAL is the One-Skein KAL! Find that beautiful skein of yarn you've been saving for someday and knit it up into whatever you want - a hat, a cowl, mitts or socks. The only rules are that your project must use at least 100 yards of yarn and be all from a single skein of yarn. We cast on for this KAL starting February 1 and go through May 15.
EVENTS
Tracie and Barb will be attending NoCKRs - April 23-26, 2026 in San Juan Bautista
KNITTING
Barb has finished:
2 Knitted Knockers
Tracie has finished:
1. Sudwind Teeby Mary (Sandstrick) in Sea Change Fibers Bayshore Fingering in Pink Frock
2. 4 more Melt the ICE badge 3D Version by Hasani in Malabrigo Rios and Washted (please see picture below of Tracie and her friends all wearing their red hat badges while attending the No Kings Rally in Santa Cruz, CA!)
3. Tiny Dancer Top by Laura Dean using Juniper MoonFarms Zooey in the Rigging colorway
Barb is still working on:
1. Effortless Cardigan by Zabeth, using Knit Picks Wool of the Andes worsted, in the Dove Heather colorway
]]> Recorded Thursday, April 16, 2026 Book talk starts at 28:00
Our spring KAL is the One-Skein KAL! Find that beautiful skein of yarn you've been saving for someday and knit it up into whatever you want - a hat, a cowl, mitts or socks. The only rules are that your project must use at least 100 yards of yarn and be all from a single skein of yarn. We cast on for this KAL starting February 1 and go through May 15.
EVENTS
Tracie and Barb will be attending NoCKRs - April 23-26, 2026 in San Juan Bautista
KNITTING
Barb has finished:
2 Knitted Knockers
Tracie has finished:
1. Sudwind Tee by Mary (Sandstrick) in Sea Change Fibers Bayshore Fingering in Pink Frock
2. 4 more Melt the ICE badge 3D Version by Hasani in Malabrigo Rios and Washted (please see picture below of Tracie and her friends all wearing their red hat badges while attending the No Kings Rally in Santa Cruz, CA!)
3. Tiny Dancer Top by Laura Dean using Juniper MoonFarms Zooey in the Rigging colorway
Barb is still working on: 1. Effortless Cardigan by Zabeth, using Knit Picks Wool of the Andes worsted, in the Dove Heather colorway 2. Stephanie's One-Row Scarf using Caron Upside Down Cake in the Peanut Butter colorway
Barb has cast on:
1. Bankhead #39 by Susie Gourlay, using Knit Picks Felici Worsted in the Rainbow colorway
2. Bankhead #40 by Susie Gourlay, using Malabrigo Rios in the Indicita colorway
Our spring KAL is the One-Skein KAL! Find that beautiful skein of yarn you've been saving for someday and knit it up into whatever you want - a hat, a cowl, mitts or socks. The only rules are that your project must use at least 100 yards of yarn and be all from a single skein of yarn. We cast on for this KAL starting February 1 and go through May 15.
EVENTS
Tracie and Barb will be attending NoCKRs - April 23-26, 2026 in San Juan Bautista
KNITTING
Barb has finished:
2 Knitted Knockers
Tracie has finished:
1. Sudwind Teeby Mary (Sandstrick) in Sea Change Fibers Bayshore Fingering in Pink Frock
2. 4 more Melt the ICE badge 3D Version by Hasani in Malabrigo Rios and Washted (please see picture below of Tracie and her friends all wearing their red hat badges while attending the No Kings Rally in Santa Cruz, CA!)
3. Tiny Dancer Top by Laura Dean using Juniper MoonFarms Zooey in the Rigging colorway
Barb is still working on:
1. Effortless Cardigan by Zabeth, using Knit Picks Wool of the Andes worsted, in the Dove Heather colorway
]]> Recorded Thursday, April 16, 2026 Book talk starts at 28:00
Our spring KAL is the One-Skein KAL! Find that beautiful skein of yarn you've been saving for someday and knit it up into whatever you want - a hat, a cowl, mitts or socks. The only rules are that your project must use at least 100 yards of yarn and be all from a single skein of yarn. We cast on for this KAL starting February 1 and go through May 15.
EVENTS
Tracie and Barb will be attending NoCKRs - April 23-26, 2026 in San Juan Bautista
KNITTING
Barb has finished:
2 Knitted Knockers
Tracie has finished:
1. Sudwind Tee by Mary (Sandstrick) in Sea Change Fibers Bayshore Fingering in Pink Frock
2. 4 more Melt the ICE badge 3D Version by Hasani in Malabrigo Rios and Washted (please see picture below of Tracie and her friends all wearing their red hat badges while attending the No Kings Rally in Santa Cruz, CA!)
3. Tiny Dancer Top by Laura Dean using Juniper MoonFarms Zooey in the Rigging colorway
Barb is still working on: 1. Effortless Cardigan by Zabeth, using Knit Picks Wool of the Andes worsted, in the Dove Heather colorway 2. Stephanie's One-Row Scarf using Caron Upside Down Cake in the Peanut Butter colorway
Barb has cast on:
1. Bankhead #39 by Susie Gourlay, using Knit Picks Felici Worsted in the Rainbow colorway
2. Bankhead #40 by Susie Gourlay, using Malabrigo Rios in the Indicita colorway
Tracie and Barb will be attending NoCKRs - April 23-26, 2026 in San Juan Bautista
Our spring KAL is the One-Skein KAL! Find that beautiful skein of yarn you've been saving for someday and knit it up into whatever you want - a hat, a cowl, mitts or socks. The only rules are that your project must use at least 100 yards of yarn and be all from a single skein of yarn. We will cast on for this KAL starting February 1 and go through May 15.
Tracie and Barb will be attending NoCKRs - April 23-26, 2026 in San Juan Bautista
Our spring KAL is the One-Skein KAL! Find that beautiful skein of yarn you've been saving for someday and knit it up into whatever you want - a hat, a cowl, mitts or socks. The only rules are that your project must use at least 100 yards of yarn and be all from a single skein of yarn. We will cast on for this KAL starting February 1 and go through May 15.
1. Effortless Cardigan by Zabeth, using Knit Picks Wool of the Andes worsted, in the Dove Heather colorway 2. Stephanie's One-Row Scarf using Caron Upside Down Cake in the Peanut Butter colorway
Barb has cast on:
1. Bankhead #39 by Susie Gourlay, using Knit Picks Felici Worsted in the Rainbow colorway
2. Bankhead #40 by Susie Gourlay, using Malabrigo Rios in the Indicita colorway
Tracie has finished:
1. Zephyr Mark II for niece Jayla, by Celia Cahill in Invictus Tenacity in Wicked Guitar riffs
Tracie and Barb will be attending NoCKRs - April 23-26, 2026 in San Juan Bautista.
Our Sweater KAL has ended and prize winners will be announced at the end of this podcast. Thank you to everyone who participated!
Our spring KAL will be the One-Skein KAL! Find that beauitful skein of yarn you've been saving for someday and knit it up into whatever you want - a hat, a cowl, mitts or socks. The only rules are that your project must use at least 100 yards of yarn and be all from a single skein of yarn. We will cast on for this KAL starting February 1 and go through May 15.
Tracie and Barb will be attending NoCKRs - April 23-26, 2026 in San Juan Bautista.
Our Sweater KAL has ended and prize winners will be announced at the end of this podcast. Thank you to everyone who participated!
Our spring KAL will be the One-Skein KAL! Find that beauitful skein of yarn you've been saving for someday and knit it up into whatever you want - a hat, a cowl, mitts or socks. The only rules are that your project must use at least 100 yards of yarn and be all from a single skein of yarn. We will cast on for this KAL starting February 1 and go through May 15.
Chicory Pullover by Susan Moskwa using Malabrigo Washted in the Pascal colorway
BOOKS Barb has Finished: 1. Motherland by Julia Ioffe - 2 stars 2. The Correspondent - 5 stars 3. The Writing Retreat - 3 stars Tracie has finished: 1. James by Percival Everett- 3.5 stars 2. Poisoned Love Carlton Smith - 4 stars 3. What Lies in the Woods by Kate Alice Marshall - 2.5 stars 4. North and South by Elizabeth Gaskell - 4 stars 5. Broken Ground (Karen Pirie #5) by Val McDermid - 4 stars]]>01:03:10falsefull402651252026-03-01T00:00:44ZEpisode 309: Most of the RanunculiEpisode 309: Most of the RanunculiTue, 20 Jan 2026 01:50:52 +0000Recorded on January 15, 2026
Book talk starts at 21:26
EVENTS
1. Tracie and Barb will be attending NoCKRs - April 23-26, 2026 in San Juan Bautista.
Our Sweater KAL has ended and prize winners will be announced during the February podcast. Thank you to everyone who participated!
Our spring KAL will be the One-Skein KAL! Find that beauitful skein of yarn you've been saving for someday and knit it up into whatever you want - a hat, a cowl, mitts or socks. The only rules are that your project must use at least 100 yards of yarn and be all from a single skein of yarn. We will cast on for this KAL starting February 1 and go through May 15.
KNITTING
Barb has finished:
Nothing! Barb has a hand injury that prevents her from knitting right now
1. Tracie and Barb will be attending NoCKRs - April 23-26, 2026 in San Juan Bautista.
Our Sweater KAL has ended and prize winners will be announced during the February podcast. Thank you to everyone who participated!
Our spring KAL will be the One-Skein KAL! Find that beauitful skein of yarn you've been saving for someday and knit it up into whatever you want - a hat, a cowl, mitts or socks. The only rules are that your project must use at least 100 yards of yarn and be all from a single skein of yarn. We will cast on for this KAL starting February 1 and go through May 15.
KNITTING
Barb has finished:
Nothing! Barb has a hand injury that prevents her from knitting right now
Barb has put into Hibernation: 1. Colorwork Dip pullover by Suvi Knits, using 2 colors of Berroco Remix Light in Peony and Mist 2. Flax Sock by Tin Can Knits. using Wonderland Dyeworks Smitten in the Deep Lilac colorway 3. Pivot Cowl by Purl Soho using Duren Dyeworks Contentment DK Tracie continues to work on: 1. Chicory Pullover by Susan Moskwa using Malabrigo Washted in the Pascal colorway 2. Vanilla socks with FLK heel in Dreaming of Hue 75% SW Merino/25% Nylon in Unicorn Tails BOOKS Tracie has Finished:
1. Chicory Pullover by Susan Moskwa using Malabrigo Washted in the Pascal colorway
Barb is still working on: 1. Colorwork Dip pullover by Suvi Knits, using 2 colors of Berroco Remix Light in Peony and Mist 2. 75-Yard Malabrigo Fingerless Mitts by Jeanne Stevinson using Plymouth Encore Tweed using the Brick Red colorway 3. Pivot Cowl by Purl Soho using Duren Dyeworks Contentment DK Tracie continues to work on: 1. Brooklyn Raglan Lite by Tori Yu, using Mod Yarns Fingering 101 in Angelyne 2. Vanilla socks with FLK heel in Dreaming of Hue 75% SW Merino/25% Nylon in Unicorn Tails 3. Ruby's Ruby Sweater using the Darling Darby pattern using Plymouth Encore Starz BOOKS Tracie has Finished:
]]>03:29falsefull392147852026-01-01T00:00:49ZEpisode 306: A Major AnnouncementEpisode 306: A Major AnnouncementSun, 19 Oct 2025 22:29:05 +0000Recorded on October 15, 2025
Book talk begins at 31:56
After 14 years and over 300 episodes, we have made the decision to wind down the podcast over the next year and finish in September 2026, our fifteenth anniversary. We have loved making the podcast and all of the people it has brought into our lives! We want to assure you that this decision wasn't made because of any kind of health reasons - we are simply both feeling that it's time to bring the project to a close. What we don't want to see end is our wonderful community - we will continue to see you on our Ravelry boards, at fiber events throughout the year, and on our weekly Zoom call on Saturdays at noon PST!
Our Charity KAL is over. Prizes announced at the end of Episode 307.
Barb and Tracie talked about the 2 Knit Lit Chicks Meet-up at the Zephyr Cove Presbyterian Conference Center. A good time was had by all. You can see pictures here!
Our 2025-2026 Fall Sweater KAL has begun and will go until January 15, 2026.
You must be a member of this group to enter
You must make an adult size sweater.
If you have a sweater that is 50% finished or less, you can finish that sweater during our KAL
After 14 years and over 300 episodes, we have made the decision to wind down the podcast over the next year and finish in September 2026, our fifteenth anniversary. We have loved making the podcast and all of the people it has brought into our lives! We want to assure you that this decision wasn't made because of any kind of health reasons - we are simply both feeling that it's time to bring the project to a close. What we don't want to see end is our wonderful community - we will continue to see you on our Ravelry boards, at fiber events throughout the year, and on our weekly Zoom call on Saturdays at noon PST!
Our Charity KAL is over. Prizes announced at the end of Episode 307.
Barb and Tracie talked about the 2 Knit Lit Chicks Meet-up at the Zephyr Cove Presbyterian Conference Center. A good time was had by all. You can see pictures here!
Our 2025-2026 Fall Sweater KAL has begun and will go until January 15, 2026.
You must be a member of this group to enter
You must make an adult size sweater.
If you have a sweater that is 50% finished or less, you can finish that sweater during our KAL
Barb has cast on: Bankhead Hat #35 Barb is still working on:
1. Colorwork Dip pullover by Suvi Knits, using 2 colors of Berocco Light in the Mist and the Peony colorway
2. One Row scarf (adopted from Stephanie Pearl McFee) using a Caron Cake
3. Flax Sock pullover by Tin Can Knits, using Wonderland Dyeworks Smitten in the Deep Lilac colorway
Tracie has finished:
1. Her Astro Pop pullover by Marie Greene in 2 colors of Juniper Moon Farm Zooey and Berocco Remix Light in Ocean Tracie has cast on: 1. Vanilla socks with FLK heel in Dreaming of Hue 75%SW Merino/25% Nylon in Unicorn Tales 2. #991 Neck Down Pullover for Men by Diane Soucy in Berroco Remix Chunky in the Fern colorway 3. Ruby's Ruby Sweater, using the Darling Darby pattern by Jean Clement in Plymouth Encore Starz Tracie continues to work on: 1. Carnegie Vest by James Magee (Stitching in the Stacks) in Neighborhood Fiber Company Studio Sport in Sheridan Circle 2. Brooklyn Raglan Light* by Tori You in Mod Yarn Fingering 101 in Angeline
]]>01:04:48falsefull386380902025-11-01T00:00:33ZEpisode 305: It Sounds Like a Great SystemEpisode 305: It Sounds Like a Great SystemWed, 01 Oct 2025 02:56:30 +0000Recorded on Wednesday, September 17, 2025, right before Tracie and Barb leave for the 2 Knit Lit Chicks Meet-up!
Book talk begins at 29:20
Our Charity KAL is over. Prizes will be announced during the October Episode 306
Our 2025-2026 Fall Sweater KAL has started and will go until January 15, 2026.
You must be a member of this group to enter
You must make an adult size sweater.
If you have a sweater that is 50% finished or less, you can finish that sweater during our KAL
Barb and Tracie recommend the The Glider Swift by Alpenglow Industries and their excellent customer service!
]]>01:11:53falsefull384192352025-11-01T00:00:33ZEpisode 304: Cancelled Due to DecorumEpisode 304: Cancelled Due to DecorumThu, 28 Aug 2025 01:11:27 +0000Recorded Friday, August 1, 2025 at the Bearly There Bunkhouse in Canyon Creek Montana
KNTTING
Barb isworking on charity hats, A Hat Called Hudson x4 by Alison Shuman, and Bankhead Hat #34 (by Susie Gorlay)
Eileen has been working on Maize by Tin Can Knits, fingerless mitts in Black Wolf fiber and Simple Summer Tweed Top Down V-Neck by Heidi Kirrmaier in Urth Monokrom Worsted
Susan has made 4 The Knitted Rib Watch Caps by the American Red Cross for charity and is making the Sixteen Hearts Baby Hat by Natasha Childers
]]>Recorded Friday, August 1, 2025 at the Bearly There Bunkhouse in Canyon Creek Montana
KNTTING
Barb is working on charity hats, A Hat Called Hudson x4 by Alison Shuman, and Bankhead Hat #34 (by Susie Gorlay)
Eileen has been working on Maize by Tin Can Knits, fingerless mitts in Black Wolf fiber and Simple Summer Tweed Top Down V-Neck by Heidi Kirrmaier in Urth Monokrom Worsted
Susan has made 4 The Knitted Rib Watch Caps by the American Red Cross for charity and is making the Sixteen Hearts Baby Hat by Natasha Childers
]]>52:35falsefull379913002025-09-01T00:00:08ZEpisode 303: I Should Be BritishEpisode 303: I Should Be BritishFri, 01 Aug 2025 22:17:49 +0000
Recorded Sunday July 27, 2025
Book talk begins at 21:21
Our ongoing knit-along is a CHARITY KAL!
Do you regularly knit or crochet for a charity? Have you been making plans to knit or crochet for a charity? Well, this knit-along is for you!
DATES - May 15, 2025 until September 1, 2025
Rules:
Post pictures of your completed projects in the FO thread. Along with the picture(s), please tell us what charity you are knitting for and a link to their website if possible.
Post a separate post for each item.
You must be a member of our Ravelry group to enter a project for a prize.
Need some inspiration or looking for a charity? Check out our Charity KAL Chatter thread!
Come join our Virtual Knitting Group - all the info is HERE
Do you regularly knit or crochet for a charity? Have you been making plans to knit or crochet for a charity? Well, this knit-along is for you!
DATES - May 15, 2025 until September 1, 2025
Rules:
Post pictures of your completed projects in the FO thread. Along with the picture(s), please tell us what charity you are knitting for and a link to their website if possible.
Post a separate post for each item.
You must be a member of our Ravelry group to enter a project for a prize.
Need some inspiration or looking for a charity? Check out our Charity KAL Chatter thread!
Come join our Virtual Knitting Group - all the info is HERE
]]>58:46falsefull376433702025-09-01T00:00:08ZEpisode 302: Why Do We Still Call them Albums?Episode 302: Why Do We Still Call them Albums?Fri, 20 Jun 2025 18:52:00 +0000Recorded on June 18, 2025
Book talk starts at 21:50
Our ongoing knit-along is a CHARITY KAL!
Do you regularly knit or crochet for a charity? Have you been making plans to knit or crochet for a charity? Well, this knit-along is for you!
DATES - May 15, 2025 until September 1, 2025
Rules:
Post pictures of your completed projects in the FO thread. Along with the picture(s), please tell us what charity you are knitting for and a link to their website if possible.
Post a separate post for each item.
You must be a member of our Ravelry group to enter a project for a prize.
Need some inspiration or looking for a charity? Check out our Charity KAL Chatter thread!
Come join our Virtual Knitting Group - all the info is HERE
4th Rachel by Josée Paquin in Carpool Artisan Fibers 100% Cotton
Neon Dresses for Pig and Dog adapted from Clothing Bundle II by Barbara Prime in vivid pink acrylics
Barb has finished:
2 Knitted Knockers
Navelli pullover by Caitlin Hunter, using Cloudborn Fibers Highland Fingering in the Caribbean colorway, and 2 skeins of Geenwood Fiberworks Indulgence, one in the Black colorway and 1 in the Natural colorway
Barb highly recommends The Pitt (TV series) on MAX — 5 stars
]]>Recorded on June 18, 2025
Book talk starts at 21:50
Our ongoing knit-along is a CHARITY KAL!
Do you regularly knit or crochet for a charity? Have you been making plans to knit or crochet for a charity? Well, this knit-along is for you!
DATES - May 15, 2025 until September 1, 2025
Rules:
Post pictures of your completed projects in the FO thread. Along with the picture(s), please tell us what charity you are knitting for and a link to their website if possible.
Post a separate post for each item.
You must be a member of our Ravelry group to enter a project for a prize.
Need some inspiration or looking for a charity? Check out our Charity KAL Chatter thread!
Come join our Virtual Knitting Group - all the info is HERE
4th Rachel by Josée Paquin in Carpool Artisan Fibers 100% Cotton
Neon Dresses for Pig and Dog adapted from Clothing Bundle II by Barbara Prime in vivid pink acrylics
Barb has finished:
2 Knitted Knockers
Navelli pullover by Caitlin Hunter, using Cloudborn Fibers Highland Fingering in the Caribbean colorway, and 2 skeins of Geenwood Fiberworks Indulgence, one in the Black colorway and 1 in the Natural colorway
Barb highly recommends The Pitt (TV series) on MAX — 5 stars
]]>01:00:00false15302full370934052025-07-01T00:01:56ZEpisode 301: I Did Not Notice That But OkayEpisode 301: I Did Not Notice That But OkayFri, 23 May 2025 23:37:09 +0000Recorded on May 20, 2025
Book talk starts at 22:15
Our Colorwork KAL is over! There were 111 FOs...YAY!! Stay tuned to the end of this episode to find out if you've won a prize...
Our new knit along is a CHARITY KAL!
Do you regularly knit or crochet for a charity? Have you been making plans to knit or crochet for a charity? Well, this knit-along is for you!
DATES - May 15, 2025 until September 1, 2025
Rules:
1. Post pictures of your completed projects in the FO thread. Along with the picture(s), please tell us what charity you are knitting for and a link to their website if possible.
2. Post a separate post for each item.
3. You must be a member of our Ravelry group to enter a project for a prize.
4. Need some inspiration or looking for a charity? Check out our Charity KAL Chatter thread!
Come join our Virtual Knitting Group - all the info is HERE
Chemo cap #1- Rialto Baby Beanie by Haley Waxberg in Sirdar Snuggly Crofter Baby Fair Isle Effect DK
Barb is still working on:
Navelli pullover by Caitlin Hunter, using Cloudborn Fibers Highland Fingering in the Caribbean colorway, and 2 skeins of Greenwood Fiberworks Indulgence, one in the Black colorway and 1 in the Natural colorway
Our Colorwork KAL is over! There were 111 FOs...YAY!! Stay tuned to the end of this episode to find out if you've won a prize...
Our new knit along is a CHARITY KAL!
Do you regularly knit or crochet for a charity? Have you been making plans to knit or crochet for a charity? Well, this knit-along is for you!
DATES - May 15, 2025 until September 1, 2025
Rules:
1. Post pictures of your completed projects in the FO thread. Along with the picture(s), please tell us what charity you are knitting for and a link to their website if possible.
2. Post a separate post for each item.
3. You must be a member of our Ravelry group to enter a project for a prize.
4. Need some inspiration or looking for a charity? Check out our Charity KAL Chatter thread!
Come join our Virtual Knitting Group - all the info is HERE
Fiber Frolic - Saturday, June 7, 2025 at Soul Food Farms in Vacaville, CA. Treadles to Threads Spinning Guild.
From the flier: By popular demand, we have new food vendors this year!
Boots Bakes Sweets will dazzle us with cookies and other yummy desert items. Check out her Instagram @bootsbakessweets
Edward from Italian Brothers Pizza will be baking us fresh wood fired pizza on site! His creations can be seen @italianbrotherspizza
And our new coffee vendor, High Flier Coffee will be providing fresh roasted craft coffee all day. View their Instagram at @highfliercoffee
And a great vendor market with: Harvey Farms Pan's Garden Yarn & Fibers Wonderland Dyeworks Back Porch Fiber Co Red Creek Farm Invictus Yarns Art Fiber Frenzy Blue Thistle Fiberarts Duren Dyeworks Meridian Jacobs Integrity Alpacas & Fiber Valley Oak Wool Mill Ewe and Me 2 Ranch Siren Song Fleece Works Spin Glitz Treadles to Threads - Used Equipment sale
Chemo cap #1- Rialto Baby Beanie by Haley Waxberg in Sirdar Snuggly Crofter Baby Fair Isle Effect DK
Barb is still working on:
Navelli pullover by Caitlin Hunter, using Cloudborn Fibers Highland Fingering in the Caribbean colorway, and 2 skeins of Greenwood Fiberworks Indulgence, one in the Black colorway and 1 in the Natural colorway
Fiber Frolic - Saturday, June 7, 2025 at Soul Food Farms in Vacaville, CA. Treadles to Threads Spinning Guild. From the flier: By popular demand, we have new food vendors this year!
Boots Bakes Sweets will dazzle us with cookies and other yummy desert items. Check out her Instagram @bootsbakessweets
Edward from Italian Brothers Pizza will be baking us fresh wood fired pizza on site! His creations can be seen @italianbrotherspizza
And our new coffee vendor, High Flier Coffee will be providing fresh roasted craft coffee all day. View their Instagram at @highfliercoffee
KNITTING
Barb has finished:
6 Knitted Knockers
Garter Stitch Scarf, using Sirdar Colourwheel
Tracie finished:
2 Knitted Knockers
Raglan Turtleneck for Lexi's Scraps Chaps rabbit - didn't use a pattern. In Sea Change Fibers Ecola Worsted in Flower Fairy
Loose Ends Project Textured Sweater in off-white wool
Mother Bear 333
2nd Rialto Baby Beanie by Haley Waxberg in Sirdar Snuggly Crofter Baby Fair Isle Effect DK in 174 Skye
Barb is still working on:
Navelli pullover by Caitlin Hunter, using Cloudborn Fibers Highland Fingering in the Caribbean colorway, and 2 skeins of Greenwood Fiberworks Indulgence, one in the Black colorway and 1 in the Natural colorway
Bankhead Hat #34
Tracie cast on:
4th Rachel by Josée Paquin in Carpool Artisan Fibers 100% Cotton
Vanilla Socks in Knitting Fever Cashmere Indulgence
Fiber Frolic - Saturday, June 7, 2025 at Soul Food Farms in Vacaville, CA. Treadles to Threads Spinning Guild. From the flier: By popular demand, we have new food vendors this year!
Boots Bakes Sweets will dazzle us with cookies and other yummy desert items. Check out her Instagram @bootsbakessweets
Edward from Italian Brothers Pizza will be baking us fresh wood fired pizza on site! His creations can be seen @italianbrotherspizza
And our new coffee vendor, High Flier Coffee will be providing fresh roasted craft coffee all day. View their Instagram at @highfliercoffee
KNITTING
Barb has finished:
6 Knitted Knockers
Garter Stitch Scarf, using Sirdar Colourwheel
Tracie finished:
2 Knitted Knockers
Raglan Turtleneck for Lexi's Scraps Chaps rabbit - didn't use a pattern. In Sea Change Fibers Ecola Worsted in Flower Fairy
Loose Ends Project Textured Sweater in off-white wool
Mother Bear 333
2nd Rialto Baby Beanie by Haley Waxberg in Sirdar Snuggly Crofter Baby Fair Isle Effect DK in 174 Skye
Barb is still working on:
Navelli pullover by Caitlin Hunter, using Cloudborn Fibers Highland Fingering in the Caribbean colorway, and 2 skeins of Greenwood Fiberworks Indulgence, one in the Black colorway and 1 in the Natural colorway
Bankhead Hat #34
Tracie cast on:
4th Rachel by Josée Paquin in Carpool Artisan Fibers 100% Cotton
Vanilla Socks in Knitting Fever Cashmere Indulgence
Navelli pullover by Caitlin Hunter, using Cloudborn Fibers Highland Fingering in the Caribbean colorway, and 2 skeins of Greenwood Fiberworks Indulgence, one in the Black colorway and one in the Natural colorway
Tracie has cast on:
Colorwork Dip by SuviKnits in The Farmer's Daughter Fibers Juicy in Sunday Mimosa and The Sapphire Empress
Loose Ends project Textured Sweater in off-white wool
Tracie has frogged :
Socks in LMFA SHOW Stopper in the Shantay You Stay colorway held double on size 2
Navelli pullover by Caitlin Hunter, using Cloudborn Fibers Highland Fingering in the Caribbean colorway, and 2 skeins of Greenwood Fiberworks Indulgence, one in the Black colorway and one in the Natural colorway
Tracie has cast on:
Colorwork Dip by SuviKnits in The Farmer's Daughter Fibers Juicy in Sunday Mimosa and The Sapphire Empress
Loose Ends project Textured Sweater in off-white wool
Tracie has frogged : Socks in LMFA SHOW Stopper in the Shantay You Stay colorway held double on size 2
Barb talked about the Big Bear Live Eagle Nest Cam]]>01:06:42falsefull359202902025-04-01T00:01:16ZEpisode 298: Tracie Wears a Nerf FootballEpisode 298: Tracie Wears a Nerf FootballTue, 25 Feb 2025 15:33:00 +0000Recorded Saturday, February 22, 2025
Barb and Tracie are both appalled at what has been happening since the Trump inauguration. What can we do?
February 28 - Economic Blackout - no purchases in person or online.thepeoplesunionusa.com is planning a series of boycott days - I will post the link and all of the dates in the show notes
Please join our Colorwork KAL! Here are the details:
Starts 2/1/25, ends on 5/1/25
Any project with colorwork - could be stranded, fair-isle, stripes, mosaic, intarsia, etc.
Your project can be a hat, mitts, mittens, gloves, anything around the neck, a toy - but it must be larger than a washcloth! You might want to go big, like a sweater, vest or poncho
WIPs less than 50% done are eligible for the KAL
Have fun with it. Challenge yourself to try something new. Chat it up in the Colorwork KAL thread here!
NoCKRs 2025 - April 10-13, 2025 at the St Francis Retreat Center in San Juan Bautista, CA. If you are interested in getting on the waitlist, please contact Tracie at 2knitlitchicks@gmail.com
Fiber Frolic - Saturday, June 7, 2025 at Soul Food Farms in Vacaville, CA. Bring a chair and lunch! Presented by Treadles to Threads Spinning Guild
2 Knit Lit Chicks Get Together! Are you interested in meeting other knitters and crocheters who listen to the podcast? Please join us at the 2 Knit Lit Chicks Get Together next September 18-21
February 28 - Economic Blackout - no purchases in person or online. thepeoplesunionusa.com is planning a series of boycott days - I will post the link and all of the dates in the show notes
Please join our Colorwork KAL! Here are the details:
Starts 2/1/25, ends on 5/1/25
Any project with colorwork - could be stranded, fair-isle, stripes, mosaic, intarsia, etc.
Your project can be a hat, mitts, mittens, gloves, anything around the neck, a toy - but it must be larger than a washcloth! You might want to go big, like a sweater, vest or poncho
WIPs less than 50% done are eligible for the KAL
Have fun with it. Challenge yourself to try something new. Chat it up in the Colorwork KAL thread here!
NoCKRs 2025 - April 10-13, 2025 at the St Francis Retreat Center in San Juan Bautista, CA. If you are interested in getting on the waitlist, please contact Tracie at 2knitlitchicks@gmail.com
Fiber Frolic - Saturday, June 7, 2025 at Soul Food Farms in Vacaville, CA. Bring a chair and lunch! Presented by Treadles to Threads Spinning Guild
2 Knit Lit Chicks Get Together! Are you interested in meeting other knitters and crocheters who listen to the podcast? Please join us at the 2 Knit Lit Chicks Get Together next September 18-21
]]>59:15false298full354231602025-03-01T00:01:18ZEpisode 297: We Might Look Askance at YouEpisode 297: We Might Look Askance at YouMon, 27 Jan 2025 00:28:32 +0000Recorded Wednesday, January 22, 2025
Book talk starts at 33:50
Our Sweater KAL has ended! Did you win a prize? Please listen until the end of the episode to find out.
Please join us for our next knit-along - our second Colorwork KAL! Here are the details:
1. Starts 2/1/25, ends 5/1/25
2. Any project with colorwork - could be stranded, fairisle, stripes, mosaic, intarsia, etc.
3. Your project can be a hat, mitts, mittens, gloves, anything around the neck, a toy - but it must be larger than a dishcloth! You might want to go big, like a sweater, vest, poncho, etc.
4. If you have a colorwork project that is less than 50% done as of 2/1/2025, you may use it for this KAL.
Have fun with it. Challenge yourself to try something new. Chat it up in the Colorwork KAL thread here!
NoCKRs 2025 - April 10-13, 2025 at the St Francis Retreat Center in San Juan Bautista, CA. We still have a few spots open! If you are interested, please contact Tracie at 2knitlitchicks@gmail.com
Fiber Frolic - Saturday, June 7, 2025 at Soul Food Farms in Vacaville, CA.Bring a chair and lunch!Presented by Treadles to Threads Spinning Guild
2 Knit Lit Chicks Get Together! Are you interested in meeting other knitters and crocheters who listen to the podcast? Please join us at the 2 Knit Lit Chicks Get Together next September 18-21at the Zephyr Point Presbyterian Retreat Center on the shores of Lake Tahoe in Nevada. For more information, take a look at the Get Together Thread thread on Ravelry. Please get your registration in as soon as possible.
Davis #5 by Pam Allen in Western Sky Knits Merino 17 Worsted- Nightfall colorway, Three Irish Girls SpringvaleDK in Skipjack , and a mystery off-white sport off-white from a destash
Darling Darby #9 by Jean Clement for Ruby in Plymouth Encore Colorspun Worsted in the Spectrum Spray colorway
Tracie recommended iilluminaughtii on YouTube and podcast. iilluminaughtii was accused of bullying many other content creators on YouTube and is no longer producing content.
Tracie also recommended the Man Enough podcast - co-host Justin Baldoni is Blake Lively's accused perpetrator and co-host Jamey Heath is one of his accused conspirators. Their female co-host Liz Plank quit the podcast as soon as these accusations came to light, and the Man Enough podcast appears to be defunct.
Since we recorded this episode, Tracie has also read about problematic behavior on Blake Lively's part. She has no idea who is telling the truth in this situation, but in any case, she no longer recommends either of these podcasts.
]]>Please join us for our next knit-along - our second Colorwork KAL! Here are the details:
1. Starts 2/1/25, ends 5/1/25
2. Any project with colorwork - could be stranded, fairisle, stripes, mosaic, intarsia, etc.
3. Your project can be a hat, mitts, mittens, gloves, anything around the neck, a toy - but it must be larger than a dishcloth! You might want to go big, like a sweater, vest, poncho, etc.
4. If you have a colorwork project that is less than 50% done as of 2/1/2025, you may use it for this KAL.
Have fun with it. Challenge yourself to try something new. Chat it up in the Colorwork KAL thread here!
NoCKRs 2025 - April 10-13, 2025 at the St Francis Retreat Center in San Juan Bautista, CA. We still have a few spots open! If you are interested, please contact Tracie at 2knitlitchicks@gmail.com
Fiber Frolic - Saturday, June 7, 2025 at Soul Food Farms in Vacaville, CA. Bring a chair and lunch! Presented by Treadles to Threads Spinning Guild
2 Knit Lit Chicks Get Together! Are you interested in meeting other knitters and crocheters who listen to the podcast? Please join us at the 2 Knit Lit Chicks Get Together next September 18-21 at the Zephyr Point Presbyterian Retreat Center on the shores of Lake Tahoe in Nevada. For more information, take a look at the Get Together Thread thread on Ravelry. Please get your registration in as soon as possible.
Davis #5 by Pam Allen in Western Sky Knits Merino 17 Worsted- Nightfall colorway, Three Irish Girls SpringvaleDK in Skipjack , and a mystery off-white sport off-white from a destash
Darling Darby #9 by Jean Clement for Ruby in Plymouth Encore Colorspun Worsted in the Spectrum Spray colorway
Tracie recommended iilluminaughtii on YouTube and podcast. iilluminaughtii was accused of bullying many other content creators on YouTube and is no longer producing content.
Tracie also recommended the Man Enough podcast - co-host Justin Baldoni is Blake Lively's accused perpetrator and co-host Jamey Heath is one of his accused conspirators. Their female co-host Liz Plank quit the podcast as soon as these accusations came to light, and the Man Enough podcast appears to be defunct.
Since we recorded this episode, Tracie has also read about problematic behavior on Blake Lively's part. She has no idea who is telling the truth in this situation, but in any case, she no longer recommends either of these podcasts.
]]>01:17:00falsefull350208752025-02-01T00:01:49ZEpisode 296: A Dead Little Black ThingEpisode 296: A Dead Little Black ThingTue, 24 Dec 2024 19:29:00 +0000Recorded on December 21, 2024
Book talk starts at 30:30
Our 2024 Fall Sweater KAL is continuing. You have until January 15, 2025 to complete an adult sweater and post a photo in our FOs thread. It must be adult size and have some type of sleeves - short sleeves are fine! Check out our bundles of patterns for inspiration and join the discussion on our Sweater KAL Chatter thread!
We will be at the New Years Fiber Retreat at the St Francis Retreat Center in San Juan Bautista, CA in January
NoCKRs 2025 - April 10-13, 2025 at the St Francis Retreat Center in San Juan Bautista, CA. We still have a few spots open! If you are interested, please contact Tracie at 2knitlitchicks@gmail.com
KNITTING
Barb has finished:
Yume by Isabel Kraemer, using Indigo Dragonfly Sport ROU in the Is She all Green and Fuzzy and Mossy colorway
Two by Two beanie by Anne Gagnon using a mystery worsted yarn in a heather gray color
Our 2024 Fall Sweater KAL is continuing. You have until January 15, 2025 to complete an adult sweater and post a photo in our FOs thread. It must be adult size and have some type of sleeves - short sleeves are fine! Check out our bundles of patterns for inspiration and join the discussion on our Sweater KAL Chatter thread!
We will be at the New Years Fiber Retreat at the St Francis Retreat Center in San Juan Bautista, CA in January
NoCKRs 2025 - April 10-13, 2025 at the St Francis Retreat Center in San Juan Bautista, CA. We still have a few spots open! If you are interested, please contact Tracie at 2knitlitchicks@gmail.com
KNITTING
Barb has finished:
Yume by Isabel Kraemer, using Indigo Dragonfly Sport ROU in the Is She all Green and Fuzzy and Mossy colorway
Two by Two beanie by Anne Gagnon using a mystery worsted yarn in a heather gray color
]]>53:46false296full346020152025-01-01T00:00:27ZEpisode 295: I'm In a Bubble of YarnEpisode 295: I'm In a Bubble of YarnWed, 04 Dec 2024 21:58:05 +0000Recorded on November 28, 2024
Book talk starts at 29:40
Our 2024 Fall Sweater KAL is continuing. You have until January 15, 2025 to complete an adult sweater and post a photo in our FOs thread. It must have some type of sleeves - short sleeves are fine! Check out our bundles of patterns for inspiration and join the discussion on our Sweater KAL Chatter thread!
We will be at the New Years Fiber Retreat at the St Francis Retreat Center in San Juan Bautista, CA in January.
Dates for NoCKRs will be April 10-13, 2025, and registration info letters have been sent out. If you haven't received one and are interested in going to the retreat, please contact Tracie.
This episode ends with our usual Thanksgiving Thumbs Up/ Thumbs Down from our whole family!
]]>Recorded on November 28, 2024
Book talk starts at 29:40
Our 2024 Fall Sweater KAL is continuing. You have until January 15, 2025 to complete an adult sweater and post a photo in our FOs thread. It must have some type of sleeves - short sleeves are fine! Check out our bundles of patterns for inspiration and join the discussion on our Sweater KAL Chatter thread!
We will be at the New Years Fiber Retreat at the St Francis Retreat Center in San Juan Bautista, CA in January.
Dates for NoCKRs will be April 10-13, 2025, and registration info letters have been sent out. If you haven't received one and are interested in going to the retreat, please contact Tracie.
This episode ends with our usual Thanksgiving Thumbs Up/ Thumbs Down from our whole family!
]]>01:02:44falsefull342920752025-01-01T00:00:27ZEpisode 294: If It's Not Real Estate, It's NothingEpisode 294: If it's not real estate, it's nothingMon, 04 Nov 2024 15:56:00 +0000Recorded Friday, November 1, 2024
Book talk begins at 19:20
Our 2024 Fall Sweater KAL is continuing. You have until January 15, 2025 to complete an adult sweater and post a photo in our FOs thread. It must have some type of sleeves - short sleeves are fine! Check out our bundles of patterns for inspiration and join the discussion on our Sweater KAL Chatter thread!
We will be at the New Years Fiber Retreat at the St Francis Retreat Center in San Juan Bautista, CA in January.
Dates for NoCKRs will be April 10-13, 2025, and invitations will go out by Thanksgiving!
KNITTING
Tracie finished:
Rialto Baby Hat by Haley Waxberg in Universal Uptown DK in Aqua and Lavender
Just Float by Stephanie Lotven (TellyBean Knits) in Apple Fiber Studio Sparkling Cider in Malachite and Life in the Long Grass Silk/Merino Sock in Autumn
Tracie continues to work on:
Davis #5 by Pam Allen in Western Sky Knits Merino 17 Worsted- Nightfall colony
Scraps Chaps by Barbara Prime #6 -"Chihuahua" in Encore Worsted
…a hint of summer by Isabel Kraemer in Fyberspates Scrumptious Lace in Jen S. Green and JuniperMon Fibers Findley in Curacao
Barb recommends Anatomy of Lies, a true crime limited series on Peacock
]]>Recorded Friday, November 1, 2024
Book talk begins at 19:20
Our 2024 Fall Sweater KAL is continuing. You have until January 15, 2025 to complete an adult sweater and post a photo in our FOs thread. It must have some type of sleeves - short sleeves are fine! Check out our bundles of patterns for inspiration and join the discussion on our Sweater KAL Chatter thread!
We will be at the New Years Fiber Retreat at the St Francis Retreat Center in San Juan Bautista, CA in January.
Dates for NoCKRs will be April 10-13, 2025, and invitations will go out by Thanksgiving!
KNITTING
Tracie finished:
Rialto Baby Hat by Haley Waxberg in Universal Uptown DK in Aqua and Lavender
Just Float by Stephanie Lotven (TellyBean Knits) in Apple Fiber Studio Sparkling Cider in Malachite and Life in the Long Grass Silk/Merino Sock in Autumn
Tracie continues to work on:
Davis #5 by Pam Allen in Western Sky Knits Merino 17 Worsted- Nightfall colony
Scraps Chaps by Barbara Prime #6 -"Chihuahua" in Encore Worsted
…a hint of summer by Isabel Kraemer in Fyberspates Scrumptious Lace in Jen S. Green and JuniperMon Fibers Findley in Curacao
Barb recommends Anatomy of Lies, a true crime limited series on Peacock
]]>56:31false14294full337759622024-12-01T00:00:48ZEpisode 293: Red Hot LambtownEpisode 293: Red Hot LambtownMon, 07 Oct 2024 21:26:59 +0000Recorded Sunday, October 6, 2024
Book talk begins at 32:20
Our 2024 Fall Sweater KAL is continuing. You have until January 15, 2025 to complete an adult sweater. It must have some type of sleeves - short sleeves are fine!
Our Zoom group is continuing. Please join us on Saturdays, 12 noon Pacific time. All the info you need is the Info in our Ravelry group!
Peony Top by Minimi Knit Design using Berroco Remix Light in the Peony colorway
Tracie has cast on:
Davis #5 by Pam Allen in Western Sky Knits Merino 17 Worsted- Nightfall colony
Scraps Chaps by Barbara Prime #6 -"Chihuahua" in Encore Worsted
…a hint of summer by Isabel Kraemer in Fyberspates Scrumptious Lace in Jen S. Green and JuniperMon Fibers Findley in Curacao
Socks for Ryan in Marinated Yarns - Melted Box of Crayons colorway
Rialto Baby Hat by Haley Waxberg in Universal Upton DK in Aqua and Lavender
Tracie is working on:
Just Float by Stephanie Lotven (TellyBean Knits) in A;;le Fibeer Studio Sparkling Cider in Malachite and Life in the Long Grass Silk/Merino Sock in the Autumn colorway
Barb has cast on:
Thundertwist #2 by Knitting Daddy using mystery yarn
Barb is still working on:
Yume by Isabel Kraemer using Indigo Dragonfly Sport ROU in the Is She All Green and Fuzzy and Mossy color-way
Our 2024 Fall Sweater KAL is continuing. You have until January 15, 2025 to complete an adult sweater. It must have some type of sleeves - short sleeves are fine!
Our Zoom group is continuing. Please join us on Saturdays, 12 noon Pacific time. All the info you need is the Info in our Ravelry group!
Peony Top by Minimi Knit Design using Berroco Remix Light in the Peony colorway
Tracie has cast on:
Davis #5 by Pam Allen in Western Sky Knits Merino 17 Worsted- Nightfall colony
Scraps Chaps by Barbara Prime #6 -"Chihuahua" in Encore Worsted
…a hint of summer by Isabel Kraemer in Fyberspates Scrumptious Lace in Jen S. Green and JuniperMon Fibers Findley in Curacao
Socks for Ryan in Marinated Yarns - Melted Box of Crayons colorway
Rialto Baby Hat by Haley Waxberg in Universal Upton DK in Aqua and Lavender
Tracie is working on:
Just Float by Stephanie Lotven (TellyBean Knits) in A;;le Fibeer Studio Sparkling Cider in Malachite and Life in the Long Grass Silk/Merino Sock in the Autumn colorway
Barb has cast on:
Thundertwist #2 by Knitting Daddy using mystery yarn
Barb is still working on:
Yume by Isabel Kraemer using Indigo Dragonfly Sport ROU in the Is She All Green and Fuzzy and Mossy color-way
]]>01:17:38falsefull333666272024-11-01T00:00:18ZEpisode 292: Is She all Green and Fuzzy and Mossy?Episode 292: Is She all Green and Fuzzy and Mossy?Sat, 14 Sep 2024 18:22:00 +0000Recorded Thursday, September 12, 2024
Book talk begins at 30:30
Our annual Mother Bear KAL has ended, and we will announce the prize winners at the end of this episode.
Our Fall Sweater KAL is starting! You have until January 15 to finish an adult-sized sweater with some kind of sleeves. WIPs less than 50% complete are fine. Come join our sweater discussion thread, and check out our pattern bundles.
Tracie is teaching a class on making knitted toys at Rumpelstiltskin in Sacramento, and it has been rescheduled to September 28 and November 2. See the class listing here for details!
Events - We will be at Lambtown at the Dixon May Fairgrounds in Dixon, California on Saturday, October 5.
KNITTING
Barb finished:
Mother Bears #299 - 301
Water is Life hat by Lavanya Patricella, using Mary Maxim worsted
Our annual Mother Bear KAL has ended, and we will announce the prize winners at the end of this episode.
Our Fall Sweater KAL is starting! You have until January 15 to finish an adult-sized sweater with some kind of sleeves. WIPs less than 50% complete are fine. Come join our sweater discussion thread, and check out our pattern bundles.
Tracie is teaching a class on making knitted toys at Rumpelstiltskin in Sacramento, and it has been rescheduled to September 28 and November 2. See the class listing here for details!
Events - We will be at Lambtown at the Dixon May Fairgrounds in Dixon, California on Saturday, October 5.
KNITTING
Barb finished:
Mother Bears #299 - 301
Water is Life hat by Lavanya Patricella, using Mary Maxim worsted
]]>01:12:10false12292full330539522024-10-01T00:01:40ZEpisode 291: Live from the Bunkhouse, It's the Chicks and Friends!Episode 291: Live from the Bunkhouse, It's the Chicks and Friends!Fri, 23 Aug 2024 20:36:39 +0000Friday, August 16, 2024
Book talk starts at 10:10
Studio 49 Retreat - October 18-20, 2024 at Tuolomne Trails outside Groveland, CA.Enrollment is still open!
This episode is NOT brought to you by Alaska Airlines, but we are all big fans.
]]>39:41falsefull327183072024-09-01T00:02:02ZEpisode 290: It's Just Gonna be PuckeryEpisode 290: It's Just Gonna be Pucker-yFri, 26 Jul 2024 17:16:00 +0000Recorded July 22, 2024
Book talk begins at 30:19
Our annual Mother Bear KAL has begun and will run until August 31. To find out all about this wonderful charity, please go to the Mother Bear Project website. Talk bears with us in the Mother Bear Chatter thread and post your finished bears in the FOs thread. Any bears you have knit in 2024 are eligible!
Tracie is teaching a class on making knitted toys at Rumpelstiltskin in Sacramento, and it has been rescheduled to September 28 and November 2 . See the class listing here for details!
KNITTING
Barb finished:
Mother Bear #296 - 298
Tracie finished:
Mother Bears 328, 329 and one that I sent to my uncle
Davis #4 by Pam Allen in Knit Picks Snuggle Puff in Hatchling (pale mint green)
Scraps Chaps by Barbara Prime:
Rabbit in Sea Change Fibers by The Dye Project Ecola Worsted in Mushroom Hunter
Cat in Plymouth Yarn Worsted Merino Superwash Solids in Caraway Heather
Our annual Mother Bear KAL has begun and will run until August 31. To find out all about this wonderful charity, please go to the Mother Bear Project website. Talk bears with us in the Mother Bear Chatter thread and post your finished bears in the FOs thread. Any bears you have knit in 2024 are eligible!
Tracie is teaching a class on making knitted toys at Rumpelstiltskin in Sacramento, and it has been rescheduled to September 28 and November 2 . See the class listing here for details!
KNITTING
Barb finished:
Mother Bear #296 - 298
Tracie finished:
Mother Bears 328, 329 and one that I sent to my uncle
Davis #4 by Pam Allen in Knit Picks Snuggle Puff in Hatchling (pale mint green)
Scraps Chaps by Barbara Prime:
Rabbit in Sea Change Fibers by The Dye Project Ecola Worsted in Mushroom Hunter
Cat in Plymouth Yarn Worsted Merino Superwash Solids in Caraway Heather
]]>01:09:53false14290full323072472024-08-01T00:00:33ZEpisode 289: What... Why?Episode 289: What... Why?Sun, 30 Jun 2024 16:48:25 +0000Recorded Wednesday, June 26, 2024
Book talk begins at 18:28
Our annual Mother Bear KAL has begun and will run until August 31. To find out all about this wonderful charity, please go to Mother Bear Project website. Talk bears with us in the Mother Bear Chatter thread and post your finished bears in the FOs thread. Any bears you have knit in 2024 are eligible - post photos on the FO Thread
Our annual Mother Bear KAL has begun and will run until August 31. To find out all about this wonderful charity, please go to Mother Bear Project website. Talk bears with us in the Mother Bear Chatter thread and post your finished bears in the FOs thread. Any bears you have knit in 2024 are eligible - post photos on the FO Thread
]]>57:21falsefull319492422024-07-01T00:00:23ZEpisode 288: I Will Get It Started Post HasteEpisode 288: I will get it started post hasteFri, 14 Jun 2024 17:28:00 +0000Recorded Wednesday, June 12, 2024
Book talk begins at 16:04
Our Summer Top KAL is has ended. Thank you so much to everyone who participated, and please listen to the end of the episode to hear our list of prize-winners.
Our annual Mother Bear KAL has begun and will run until August 31.
Our Summer Top KAL is has ended. Thank you so much to everyone who participated, and please listen to the end of the episode to hear our list of prize-winners.
Our annual Mother Bear KAL has begun and will run until August 31.
]]>01:06:47false13288full317496572024-07-01T00:00:23ZEpisode 287: That's My Tale of WoeEpisode 287: That's My Tale of WoeFri, 31 May 2024 00:28:28 +0000Listen
Recorded on May 28, 2024
Book talk begins at 22:55
ANNOUNCEMENTS and NEWS:
Our Summer Tops KAL is almost over, going until to June 1, 2024. Prizes winners will be announced in Episode 288!
]]>01:02:29falsefull315425422024-06-01T00:00:56ZEpisode 286: It Got a Little More into the WeedsEpisode 286: It Got a Little More into the WeedsSat, 11 May 2024 23:19:00 +0000Recorded May 9, 2024
Our Summer Tops KAL has begun and goes until to June 1, 2024. To enter your top in our prize thread, it must be an adult-sized top that you consider to be appropriate for use in the summer, and we will leave the parameters of that to you! Come chat with us about summer tops on our KAL thread, and check out our Summer Tops bundle for pattern ideas!
Our Summer Tops KAL has begun and goes until to June 1, 2024. To enter your top in our prize thread, it must be an adult-sized top that you consider to be appropriate for use in the summer, and we will leave the parameters of that to you! Come chat with us about summer tops on our KAL thread, and check out our Summer Tops bundle for pattern ideas!
]]>01:04:48false13286full312468422024-06-01T00:00:56ZEpisode 285: We're Just Wearing Our Most Luscious Sweaters TodayEpisode 285: We're Just Wearing Our Most Luscious Sweaters TodayThu, 18 Apr 2024 17:52:32 +0000Recorded on April 15, 2024
Book talk starts at 25:36
Our Summer Tops KAL has begun and goes until to June 1, 2024. It needs to be an adult-sized top that you consider to be appropriate for use in the summer, and we will leave the parameters of that to you! Come chat with us about summer tops on our KAL thread, and check out our Summer Tops bundle for pattern ideas!
NoCKRs - April 25-28, 2024 at the St Francis Retreat Center in San Juan Bautista, CAThe 2024 retreat is full, but please contact Tracie at 2knitlitchicks@gmail.com to be informed about registration for the 2025 event when registration begins in the fall
Fiber Frolic - June 1 at the Soul Food Farm outside Vacaville, CA
Tracie and Barb talked about the new swifts availabile from Alpenglow Yarn! Barb has one and Tracie has ordered one also.
KNITTING
Tracie finished:
2 Knitted Knockers
PSL Mitts by Susanna Curtis by Canon Hand Dyes William Merino Fingering in the Waterworld colorway
The Man Enough Podcast explores what it means to be a man today and how rigid gender roles have affected all people. The show creates a safe environment for a range of perspectives to meet and stay at the table, exploring how the messages of masculinity show up in relationships, body image, privilege, fatherhood, sex, success, mental health and so much more. Instead of polarizing and demonizing men and masculinity, it invites all humans to participate and thrive in the world.
This Webby-nominated podcast is hosted by filmmaker, actor & author Justin Baldoni, author & journalist Liz Plank, and President of Wayfarer Studios & award winning music producer Jamey Heath. It's currently in Season 2 and is in the top 1% of most followed and shared podcasts on Spotify, beloved by men, women and people of all genders.
]]>Recorded on April 15, 2024
Book talk starts at 25:36
Our Summer Tops KAL has begun and goes until to June 1, 2024. It needs to be an adult-sized top that you consider to be appropriate for use in the summer, and we will leave the parameters of that to you! Come chat with us about summer tops on our KAL thread, and check out our Summer Tops bundle for pattern ideas!
NoCKRs - April 25-28, 2024 at the St Francis Retreat Center in San Juan Bautista, CA The 2024 retreat is full, but please contact Tracie at 2knitlitchicks@gmail.com to be informed about registration for the 2025 event when registration begins in the fall
Fiber Frolic - June 1 at the Soul Food Farm outside Vacaville, CA
Tracie and Barb talked about the new swifts availabile from Alpenglow Yarn! Barb has one and Tracie has ordered one also.
KNITTING
Tracie finished:
2 Knitted Knockers
PSL Mitts by Susanna Curtis by Canon Hand Dyes William Merino Fingering in the Waterworld colorway
The Man Enough Podcast explores what it means to be a man today and how rigid gender roles have affected all people. The show creates a safe environment for a range of perspectives to meet and stay at the table, exploring how the messages of masculinity show up in relationships, body image, privilege, fatherhood, sex, success, mental health and so much more. Instead of polarizing and demonizing men and masculinity, it invites all humans to participate and thrive in the world.
This Webby-nominated podcast is hosted by filmmaker, actor & author Justin Baldoni, author & journalist Liz Plank, and President of Wayfarer Studios & award winning music producer Jamey Heath. It's currently in Season 2 and is in the top 1% of most followed and shared podcasts on Spotify, beloved by men, women and people of all genders.
]]>01:11:31falsefull308892032024-05-01T00:00:17ZEpisode 284: They Go to the Dumpster Behind the McDonaldsEpisode 284: They Go to the Dumpster Behind the McDonaldsSun, 31 Mar 2024 17:49:00 +0000 Listen
Recorded on Saturday, March 30, 2024
Book talk starts at 20:45
Our Summer Tops KAL has begun and goes until to June 1, 2024. It needs to be an adult-sized top that you consider to be appropriate for use in the summer, and we will leave the parameters of that to you! Come chat with us about summer tops on our KAL thread, and check out our Summer Tops bundle for pattern ideas!
NoCKRs - April 25-28, 2024 at the St Francis Retreat Center in San Juan Bautista, CA.The retreat is full, but please contact Tracie at2knitlitchicks@gmail.comto be informed about registration for the 2025 event when registration begins in the fall
Fiber Frolic - June 1 at the Soul Food Farm outside Vacaville, CA
KNITTING
Tracie finished:
3 Knitted Knockers
Bee Beautiful tee by Pia Trans in Carpool Cotton Bamboo in Copper
Scraps Chaps puppy by Barbara Prime in Plymouth Encore - this is the pattern I will be teaching in a making knitted toys class this summer at Rumpelstiltskin
Tracie and Barb both recommend the documentary Quiet on Set: The Dark Side of Kids TV with the warning to be aware that it discusses sexual abuse and is just generally pretty grim.
Our Summer Tops KAL has begun and goes until to June 1, 2024. It needs to be an adult-sized top that you consider to be appropriate for use in the summer, and we will leave the parameters of that to you! Come chat with us about summer tops on our KAL thread, and check out our Summer Tops bundle for pattern ideas!
NoCKRs - April 25-28, 2024 at the St Francis Retreat Center in San Juan Bautista, CA. The retreat is full, but please contact Tracie at 2knitlitchicks@gmail.com to be informed about registration for the 2025 event when registration begins in the fall
Fiber Frolic - June 1 at the Soul Food Farm outside Vacaville, CA
KNITTING
Tracie finished:
3 Knitted Knockers
Bee Beautiful tee by Pia Trans in Carpool Cotton Bamboo in Copper
Scraps Chaps puppy by Barbara Prime in Plymouth Encore - this is the pattern I will be teaching in a making knitted toys class this summer at Rumpelstiltskin
Tracie and Barb both recommend the documentary Quiet on Set: The Dark Side of Kids TV with the warning to be aware that it discusses sexual abuse and is just generally pretty grim.
]]>01:00:49false13284full306127132024-04-01T00:01:13ZEpisode 283: The Acid Green Is Not Functioning as a Neutral?Episode 283: The Acid Green Is Not Functioning as a Neutral?Sun, 17 Mar 2024 22:30:06 +0000Recorded on March 14, 2024
Book talk begins at 21:00
Our Summer Tops KAL has begun and goes until to June 1, 2024. It needs to be an adult-sized top that you consider to be appropriate for use in the summer, and we will leave the parameters of that to you! Come chat with us about summer tops on ourKAL thread, and check out ourSummer Tops bundlefor pattern ideas!
"Knitted Knockers are special handmade breast prostheses for women who have had breast cancer and undergone mastectomy or lumpectomy. Traditional breast prosthetics can be hot, heavy and sticky. They typically require special bras or camisoles with pockets and can't be worn for weeks after surgery. Knitted Knockers are soft, comfortable, beautiful and when placed in a regular bra they take the shape and feel of a real breast. They are adjustable, washable and can even be worn while swimming. Our special volunteer knitters provide these FREE to those requesting them"
Please visit the Knitted Knockers website, Knitted Knockers Homepage for all the information that you need.
This webpage is especially helpful for information on approved yarns and color information: Yarns and colors
Very Important: Please note that neutral colors are preferred. If you want, you can use bright colors on the bottom of your knocker, but the top of it needs to be in a neutral color.
Patterns: So many choices! Please go to this section to pick and download your (free) pattern: Knitted Knockers Patterns.
Hint: The Bottoms Up Knocker for Double Point Needles pattern works great with magic loop too…and has the easiest "start" to your knocker!
The excellent sweater shaver can be purchased here
]]>Recorded on March 14, 2024
Book talk begins at 21:00
Our Summer Tops KAL has begun and goes until to June 1, 2024. It needs to be an adult-sized top that you consider to be appropriate for use in the summer, and we will leave the parameters of that to you! Come chat with us about summer tops on our KAL thread, and check out our Summer Tops bundle for pattern ideas!
"Knitted Knockers are special handmade breast prostheses for women who have had breast cancer and undergone mastectomy or lumpectomy. Traditional breast prosthetics can be hot, heavy and sticky. They typically require special bras or camisoles with pockets and can't be worn for weeks after surgery. Knitted Knockers are soft, comfortable, beautiful and when placed in a regular bra they take the shape and feel of a real breast. They are adjustable, washable and can even be worn while swimming. Our special volunteer knitters provide these FREE to those requesting them"
Please visit the Knitted Knockers website, Knitted Knockers Homepage for all the information that you need.
This webpage is especially helpful for information on approved yarns and color information: Yarns and colors
Very Important: Please note that neutral colors are preferred. If you want, you can use bright colors on the bottom of your knocker, but the top of it needs to be in a neutral color.
Patterns: So many choices! Please go to this section to pick and download your (free) pattern: Knitted Knockers Patterns.
Hint: The Bottoms Up Knocker for Double Point Needles pattern works great with magic loop too…and has the easiest "start" to your knocker!
Info from Tracie's "Thumbs Up" about the sweater shaver: The Substack article about pilling is here The excellent sweater shaver can be purchased here]]>54:17falsefull304110032024-04-01T00:01:13ZEpisode 282: I Used the Kit That Was the Least ExpiredEpisode 282: I Used the Kit that was the Least ExpiredFri, 23 Feb 2024 21:03:00 +0000Recorded Wednesday, February 21, 2024
Book talk begins at 31:30
Our Summer Tops KAL has begun and goes until to June 1, 2024. It needs to be an adult-sized top that you consider to be appropriate for use in the summer, and we will leave the parameters of that to you! Come chat with us about summer tops on our KAL thread, and check out our Summer Tops bundle for pattern ideas!
Velvet Pullover by Claudia Quintinella, using Serendipidye Kings Mountain Fingering in the Piccadilly colorway, Invictus Yarn Adventure in the Don't Look Under the Lilacs, Invictus Yarns Master of My Feet in the Adagio colorway, AND Knit Picks Palette in the Aster and Bluebells colorway.
2 Knitted Knockers
Tracie finished:
2 Soap Sacks by Haley Waxberg in Knockers yarn (And the bar shampoo and conditioner Tracie can be purchased at https://viori.com/)
Beginner's Rainbow Rabbit by Claire Garland in sparkly periwinkle Tahki Linguine for Lauren's 12th birthday
Jen by Josée Paquin in Marianated Yarns Scrumptious HT in Sea of Glass and Indigo Bunting, Laneras Barefoot in Coral and Invictus Yarns Unconquerable Sole BFL in the Powerful colorway
1 Knitted Knocker
If you would like to make Knitted Knockers, here is some useful info -
"Knitted Knockers are special handmade breast prostheses for women who have had breast cancer and undergone mastectomy or lumpectomy. Traditional breast prosthetics can be hot, heavy and sticky. They typically require special bras or camisoles with pockets and can't be worn for weeks after surgery. Knitted Knockers are soft, comfortable, beautiful and when placed in a regular bra they take the shape and feel of a real breast. They are adjustable, washable and can even be worn while swimming. Our special volunteer knitters provide these FREE to those requesting them"
Please visit the Knitted Knockers website,Knitted Knockers Homepagefor all the information that you need.
This webpage is especially helpful for information on approved yarns and color information:Yarns and colors
Very Important: Please note that neutral colors are preferred. If you want, you can use bright colors on the bottom of your knocker, but the top of it needs to be in a neutral color.
Patterns: So many choices! Please go to this section to pick and download your (free) pattern:Knitted Knockers Patterns.
Hint: The Bottoms Up Knocker for Double Point Needles pattern works great with magic loop too…and has the easiest "start" to your knocker!
Our Summer Tops KAL has begun and goes until to June 1, 2024. It needs to be an adult-sized top that you consider to be appropriate for use in the summer, and we will leave the parameters of that to you! Come chat with us about summer tops on our KAL thread, and check out our Summer Tops bundle for pattern ideas!
Velvet Pullover by Claudia Quintinella, using Serendipidye Kings Mountain Fingering in the Piccadilly colorway, Invictus Yarn Adventure in the Don't Look Under the Lilacs, Invictus Yarns Master of My Feet in the Adagio colorway, AND Knit Picks Palette in the Aster and Bluebells colorway.
2 Knitted Knockers
Tracie finished:
2 Soap Sacks by Haley Waxberg in Knockers yarn (And the bar shampoo and conditioner Tracie can be purchased at https://viori.com/)
Beginner's Rainbow Rabbit by Claire Garland in sparkly periwinkle Tahki Linguine for Lauren's 12th birthday
Jen by Josée Paquin in Marianated Yarns Scrumptious HT in Sea of Glass and Indigo Bunting, Laneras Barefoot in Coral and Invictus Yarns Unconquerable Sole BFL in the Powerful colorway
1 Knitted Knocker
If you would like to make Knitted Knockers, here is some useful info -
"Knitted Knockers are special handmade breast prostheses for women who have had breast cancer and undergone mastectomy or lumpectomy. Traditional breast prosthetics can be hot, heavy and sticky. They typically require special bras or camisoles with pockets and can't be worn for weeks after surgery. Knitted Knockers are soft, comfortable, beautiful and when placed in a regular bra they take the shape and feel of a real breast. They are adjustable, washable and can even be worn while swimming. Our special volunteer knitters provide these FREE to those requesting them"
Please visit the Knitted Knockers website,Knitted Knockers Homepagefor all the information that you need.
This webpage is especially helpful for information on approved yarns and color information:Yarns and colors
Very Important: Please note that neutral colors are preferred. If you want, you can use bright colors on the bottom of your knocker, but the top of it needs to be in a neutral color.
Patterns: So many choices! Please go to this section to pick and download your (free) pattern:Knitted Knockers Patterns.
Hint: The Bottoms Up Knocker for Double Point Needles pattern works great with magic loop too…and has the easiest "start" to your knocker!
]]>01:13:35false12282full300857132024-03-01T00:00:12ZEpisode 281: A Talk with Kim McBrien Evans of IndigodragonflyEpisode 281: A Talk with Kim McBrien Evans of IndigodragonflySun, 11 Feb 2024 23:53:47 +0000 Recorded Thursday, February 8, 2024
We are so excited to have Kim McBrien Evans, dyer of Indigodragonfly Yarns, designer, teacher, innovator of knitting pattern modification and all-around Textile Maven as our guest this episode!
We had a fantastic talk with her about her background, starting her yarn business, learning to modify knit patterns out of necessity and wanting to share what she's learned about anything-but-standard sizing and as a teacher, designer and advocate for size inclusivity and a change in the way we size women's clothing.
We are so excited to have Kim McBrien Evans, dyer of Indigodragonfly Yarns, designer, teacher, innovator of knitting pattern modification and all-around Textile Maven as our guest this episode!
We had a fantastic talk with her about her background, starting her yarn business, learning to modify knit patterns out of necessity and wanting to share what she's learned about anything-but-standard sizing and as a teacher, designer and advocate for size inclusivity and a change in the way we size women's clothing.
]]>01:25:22falsefull298978532024-03-01T00:00:12ZEpisode 280: Ain't Nobody Got Time for ThatEpisode 280: Ain't Nobody Got Time for ThatSun, 28 Jan 2024 17:12:00 +0000Recorded on January 24, 2024
Book Talk starts at 19:28
Our Fall Sweater KAL has ended! Please stayed tuned to the end of the episode to find out if you won a prize. We had 107 completed sweaters - way to go!
Our Summer Tops KAL will run February 1 to June 1, 2024. It needs to be an adult-sized top that you consider to be appropriate for use in the summer, and we will the parameters of that to you. Come chat with us about summer tops on our KAL thread, and check out our Summer Tops bundle for pattern ideas!
Events
Tracie and Barb will
NoCKRs - April 25-28, 2024 at the St Francis Retreat Center in San Juan Bautista, CA. The retreat is full but you can still get on the waiting list!
Tracie recommends the TV show Jury Duty on Prime Video/FreeVee
]]>Recorded on January 24, 2024
Book Talk starts at 19:28
Our Fall Sweater KAL has ended! Please stayed tuned to the end of the episode to find out if you won a prize. We had 107 completed sweaters - way to go!
Our Summer Tops KAL will run February 1 to June 1, 2024. It needs to be an adult-sized top that you consider to be appropriate for use in the summer, and we will the parameters of that to you. Come chat with us about summer tops on our KAL thread, and check out our Summer Tops bundle for pattern ideas!
Events
Tracie and Barb will
NoCKRs - April 25-28, 2024 at the St Francis Retreat Center in San Juan Bautista, CA. The retreat is full but you can still get on the waiting list!
Tracie recommends the TV show Jury Duty on Prime Video/FreeVee
]]>01:15:36false280full296809432024-02-01T00:01:50ZEpisode 279: It's Definitely a CakeEpisode 279: It's Definitely a CakeFri, 12 Jan 2024 00:41:43 +0000Recorded on January 7, 2024
Book talk starts at 13:26
Our annual Fall Sweater KAL is almost over! Stay tuned for our next KAL which will be announced in Episode 280.
]]>53:13falsefull294532932024-02-01T00:01:50ZEpisode 278: No Entrails on the Patio...Episode 278: No Entrails on the Patio...Thu, 28 Dec 2023 00:45:00 +0000Recorded on Saturday, December 23, 2023
Book Talk starts at 28:11
Our annual Fall Sweater KAL has started! Knit or crochet a sweater for yourself or another adult.
Here are the rules:
Dates - 9/1/2023 - 1/15/24. That's 4 months…plenty of time to knit or crochet an adult-size sweater…or two!
We have bundles for inspiration! Beginner sweaters are here.
Adventurous Beginners to Advanced sweaters are here
There will be prizes - just post a picture of your lovely finished sweater in our FOs thread.
Do you have some sweaters in progress? WIPs count as long as the sweater is less than 50% done on September 1st. Less than 50% done is your call. We don't have to "approve" your project.
It must be an adult-sized sweater, and it must have sleeves. Short sleeves are fine.
You must be a member of our Ravelry group to win a prize.
There will be prizes - just post a picture of your lovely finished sweater in our FOs thread.
Do you have some sweaters in progress? WIPs count as long as the sweater is less than 50% done on September 1st. Less than 50% done is your call. We don't have to "approve" your project.
It must be an adult-sized sweater, and it must have sleeves. Short sleeves are fine.
You must be a member of our Ravelry group to win a prize.
]]>59:26false12278fullBarb and Tracie292503182024-01-01T00:01:15ZEpisode 277: These Are Anne Tyler SituationsEpisode 277: These Are Anne Tyler SituationsTue, 28 Nov 2023 21:42:04 +0000 Recorded on November 25, 2023
Book talk begins at 25:40
Our annual Fall Sweater KAL has started! Knit or crochet a sweater for yourself or another adult.
Here are the rules:
Dates - 9/1/2023 - 1/15/24. That's 4 months…plenty of time to knit or crochet an adult-size sweater…or two!
We have bundles for inspiration! Beginner sweaters are here.
Adventurous Beginners to Advanced sweaters are here
There will be prizes - just post a picture of your lovely finished sweater in our FOs thread.
Do you have some sweaters in progress? WIPs count as long as the sweater is less than 50% done on September 1st. Less than 50% done is your call. We don't have to "approve" your project.
It must be an adult-sized sweater, and it must have sleeves. Short sleeves are fine.
You must be a member of our Ravelry group to win a prize.
There will be prizes - just post a picture of your lovely finished sweater in our FOs thread.
Do you have some sweaters in progress? WIPs count as long as the sweater is less than 50% done on September 1st. Less than 50% done is your call. We don't have to "approve" your project.
It must be an adult-sized sweater, and it must have sleeves. Short sleeves are fine.
You must be a member of our Ravelry group to win a prize.
There will be prizes - just post a picture of your lovely finished sweater in our FOs thread.
Do you have some sweaters in progress? WIPs count as long as the sweater is less than 50% done on September 1st. Less than 50% done is your call. We don't have to "approve" your project.
It must be an adult-sized sweater, and it must have sleeves. Short sleeves are fine.
You must be a member of our Ravelry group to win a prize.
There will be prizes - just post a picture of your lovely finished sweater in our FOs thread.
Do you have some sweaters in progress? WIPs count as long as the sweater is less than 50% done on September 1st. Less than 50% done is your call. We don't have to "approve" your project.
It must be an adult-sized sweater, and it must have sleeves. Short sleeves are fine.
You must be a member of our Ravelry group to win a prize.
]]>01:02:14false12276fullBarb and Tracie284504062023-11-01T00:01:12ZEpisode 275: Of Course I Think He's a Big Jerk NowEpisode 275: Of Course I Think He's a Big Jerk NowSun, 15 Oct 2023 22:17:08 +0000Recorded Friday, October 13, 2023
Book talk begins at 27:00
Our annual Fall Sweater KAL has started! Knit or crochet a sweater for yourself or another adult.
Here are the rules:
Dates - 9/1/2023 - 1/15/24. That's 4 months…plenty of time to knit or crochet an adult-size sweater…or two!
We have bundles for inspiration! Beginner sweaters are here.
Adventurous Beginners to Advanced sweaters are here
There will be prizes - just post a picture of your lovely finished sweater in our FOs thread.
Do you have some sweaters in progress? WIPs count as long as the sweater is less than 50% done on September 1st. Less than 50% done is your call. We don't have to "approve" your project.
It must be an adult-sized sweater, and it must have sleeves. Short sleeves are fine.
You must be a member of our Ravelry group to win a prize.
There will be prizes - just post a picture of your lovely finished sweater in our FOs thread.
Do you have some sweaters in progress? WIPs count as long as the sweater is less than 50% done on September 1st. Less than 50% done is your call. We don't have to "approve" your project.
It must be an adult-sized sweater, and it must have sleeves. Short sleeves are fine.
You must be a member of our Ravelry group to win a prize.
There will be prizes - just post a picture of your lovely finished sweater in our FOs thread.
Do you have some sweaters in progress? WIPs count as long as the sweater is less than 50% done on September 1st. Less than 50% done is your call. We don't have to "approve" your project.
It must be an adult-sized sweater, and it must have sleeves. Short sleeves are fine.
You must be a member of our Ravelry group to win a prize.
Tracie has launched her side hustle - The Knitting Coach - in person, one-on-one knitting instruction for beginners and anyone who wants to push their knitting skills forward
]]>Recorded Friday, September 22, 2023
Book talk begins at 27:50
Our annual Fall Sweater KAL has started! Knit or crochet a sweater for yourself or another adult.
Here are the rules:
Dates - 9/1/2023 - 1/15/24. That's 4 months…plenty of time to knit or crochet an adult-size sweater…or two!
We have bundles for inspiration! Beginner sweaters are here.
Adventurous Beginners to Advanced sweaters are here
There will be prizes - just post a picture of your lovely finished sweater in our FOs thread.
Do you have some sweaters in progress? WIPs count as long as the sweater is less than 50% done on September 1st. Less than 50% done is your call. We don't have to "approve" your project.
It must be an adult-sized sweater, and it must have sleeves. Short sleeves are fine.
You must be a member of our Ravelry group to win a prize.
Tracie has launched her side hustle - The Knitting Coach - in person, one-on-one knitting instruction for beginners and anyone who wants to push their knitting skills forward
]]>01:06:41falsefull281256922023-10-01T00:01:28ZEpisode 273: I'm Calling ItEpisode 273: I'm Calling ItSun, 10 Sep 2023 00:46:16 +0000Recorded on September 6, 2023
Book Talk starts at: 26:50
Our Mother Bear KAL has ended! Prizes will be announced during our next podcast, Episode 224. Counting the bears that Tracie and Barb completed, there will be about 135 bears heading to Africa to make some children really happy. THANK YOU to all that participated by knitting or crocheting bears and making donations to the Mother Bear organization.
Our annual Fall Sweater KAL has started! Knit or crochet a sweater for yourself or another adult.
Here are the rules:
Dates - 9/1/2023 - 1/15/24. That's 4 months…plenty of time to knit or crochet an adult-size sweater…or two!
We have bundles for inspiration! Beginner sweaters are here.
Adventurous Beginners to Advanced sweaters are here
There will be prizes - just post a picture of your lovely finished sweater in our FOs thread.
Do you have some sweaters in progress? WIPs count as long as the sweater is less than 50% done on September 1st. Less than 50% done is your call. We don't have to "approve" your project.
It must be an adult-sized sweater, and it must have sleeves. Short sleeves are fine.
You must be a member of our Ravelry group to win a prize.
Our Mother Bear KAL has ended! Prizes will be announced during our next podcast, Episode 224. Counting the bears that Tracie and Barb completed, there will be about 135 bears heading to Africa to make some children really happy. THANK YOU to all that participated by knitting or crocheting bears and making donations to the Mother Bear organization.
Our annual Fall Sweater KAL has started! Knit or crochet a sweater for yourself or another adult.
Here are the rules:
Dates - 9/1/2023 - 1/15/24. That's 4 months…plenty of time to knit or crochet an adult-size sweater…or two!
We have bundles for inspiration! Beginner sweaters are here.
Adventurous Beginners to Advanced sweaters are here
There will be prizes - just post a picture of your lovely finished sweater in our FOs thread.
Do you have some sweaters in progress? WIPs count as long as the sweater is less than 50% done on September 1st. Less than 50% done is your call. We don't have to "approve" your project.
It must be an adult-sized sweater, and it must have sleeves. Short sleeves are fine.
You must be a member of our Ravelry group to win a prize.
]]>01:11:57falsefull279878792023-10-01T00:01:28ZEpisode 272: Tracie is Having Sweater IssuesEpisode 272: Tracie is Having Sweater IssuesSat, 19 Aug 2023 15:39:00 +0000Recorded Wednesday, August 16, 2023
We have a listener who has come up with 3 incentive prizes for increasing your bear count! For more info, please check out the Mother Bear Incentive Prizes thread.
We have a listener who has come up with 3 incentive prizes for increasing your bear count! For more info, please check out the Mother Bear Incentive Prizes thread.
]]>01:06:42false12272full277963442023-09-01T00:03:36ZEpisode 271: The Queen of MoldEpisode 271: The Queen of MoldFri, 21 Jul 2023 14:35:00 +0000Book Talk starts at 23:51
Recorded Friday, July 14, 2023
Our annual Mother Bear KAL began June 1, 2023, but any bears you have knit or crocheted in 2023 are eligible as entries for prizes. To find out all about this wonderful charity, please go to Mother Bear Project website. Talk bears with us in the Mother Bear Chatter thread and post your finished bears in the FOs thread.
We have a listener who has come up with 3 incentive prizes for increasing your bear count! For more info, please check out the Mother Bear Incentive Prizes thread.
6600K (Striped Hoodie) by Barry Klein, using 4 colors of Lana Grossa Ecopuna Degradé6600K (Striped Hoodie) by Barry Klein, using 4 colors of Lana Grossa Ecopuno Degrade
Our annual Mother Bear KAL began June 1, 2023, but any bears you have knit or crocheted in 2023 are eligible as entries for prizes. To find out all about this wonderful charity, please go to Mother Bear Project website. Talk bears with us in the Mother Bear Chatter thread and post your finished bears in the FOs thread.
We have a listener who has come up with 3 incentive prizes for increasing your bear count! For more info, please check out the Mother Bear Incentive Prizes thread.
6600K (Striped Hoodie) by Barry Klein, using 4 colors of Lana Grossa Ecopuna Degradé6600K (Striped Hoodie) by Barry Klein, using 4 colors of Lana Grossa Ecopuno Degrade
]]>01:09:43false12271fullBarb and Tracie275297942023-08-01T00:00:37ZEpisode 270: A Colorful Cast of Characters at the BunkhouseEpisode 270: A Colorful Cast of Characters at the BunkhouseSun, 09 Jul 2023 20:20:27 +0000Recorded on June 28 & July 5, 2023
Our annual Mother Bear KAL began June 1, 2023, but any bears you have knit or crocheted in 2023 are eligible as entries for prizes. To find out all about this wonderful charity, please go to Mother Bear Project website. Talk bears with us in the Mother Bear Chatter thread and post your finished bears in the FOs thread.
We have a listener who has come up with 3 incentive prizes for increasing your bear count! For more info, please check out the Mother Bear Incentive Prizes thread.
2. Knitting - She talked about knitting the Beneath a Summer Sky shawl by Debra Gerhard in Ritual Dyes Fae (mohair silk) and Maiden (merino fingering) in the Taurus colorway.
Our annual Mother Bear KAL began June 1, 2023, but any bears you have knit or crocheted in 2023 are eligible as entries for prizes. To find out all about this wonderful charity, please go to Mother Bear Project website. Talk bears with us in the Mother Bear Chatter thread and post your finished bears in the FOs thread.
We have a listener who has come up with 3 incentive prizes for increasing your bear count! For more info, please check out the Mother Bear Incentive Prizes thread.
2. Knitting - she is currently working on a mitred square blanket, not following a pattern
Barb talked about: Hungry Horse Hat by Aimee Alexander in Polka Dot Sheep Stumptown DK minis from a kit given to her by Susan Tracie talked about: Rock It tee by Tanis Lavallee in Alchemy: Yarns of Transformation Silken Straw in 7 different colorways]]>01:10:38falsefull274125812023-08-01T00:00:37ZEpisode 269: Some Doggie Ativan?Episode 269: Some Doggie Ativan?Mon, 12 Jun 2023 15:02:00 +0000Recorded June 9, 2023
Book Talk Starts at 26.03
Our annual Mother Bear KAL began June 1, 2023, but any bears you have knit or crocheted in 2023 are eligible as entries for prizes. To find out all about this wonderful charity, please go to Mother Bear Project website. Talk bears with us in the Mother Bear Chatter thread and post your finished bears in the FOs thread.
We have a listener who has come up with 3 incentive prizes for increasing your bear count! For more info, please check out the Mother Bear Incentive Prizes thread.
Lambtown - October 7-8, 2023 at the Dixon May Fairgrounds in Dixon, CA
The TKGA Retreat 2023 - November 2-5, 2023 at the Hilton Charlotte University Place Hotel in Charlotte, North Carolina
Tracie will be in New Zealand and Sydney, Australia this summer! If you are near Auckland, National Park, Wellington, or the Marlborough region in NZ, or Sydney, and you'd like to try to meet up, please message Tracie at 2knitlitchicks@gmail.com or alittleposy on Ravelry.
Summer Sorrel by Wood & Pine in Despondent Dyes OMG Glitter! in the Even My Attorney Says "Let It Go" colorway
4 Mother Bears - 307-310
Gnome 26 - Never Not Gnoming by Sarah Schira in Neighborhood Fiber Co Rustic Fingering in Rock Creek Park and Psych Ward Yarns Hecka Fingering in Cable Car Red
Our annual Mother Bear KAL began June 1, 2023, but any bears you have knit or crocheted in 2023 are eligible as entries for prizes. To find out all about this wonderful charity, please go to Mother Bear Project website. Talk bears with us in the Mother Bear Chatter thread and post your finished bears in the FOs thread.
We have a listener who has come up with 3 incentive prizes for increasing your bear count! For more info, please check out the Mother Bear Incentive Prizes thread.
Lambtown - October 7-8, 2023 at the Dixon May Fairgrounds in Dixon, CA
The TKGA Retreat 2023 - November 2-5, 2023 at the Hilton Charlotte University Place Hotel in Charlotte, North Carolina
Tracie will be in New Zealand and Sydney, Australia this summer! If you are near Auckland, National Park, Wellington, or the Marlborough region in NZ, or Sydney, and you'd like to try to meet up, please message Tracie at 2knitlitchicks@gmail.com or alittleposy on Ravelry.
Summer Sorrel by Wood & Pine in Despondent Dyes OMG Glitter! in the Even My Attorney Says "Let It Go" colorway
4 Mother Bears - 307-310
Gnome 26 - Never Not Gnoming by Sarah Schira in Neighborhood Fiber Co Rustic Fingering in Rock Creek Park and Psych Ward Yarns Hecka Fingering in Cable Car Red
]]>56:11false12269full271203812023-07-01T00:00:19ZEpisode 268: That Hat is Very BadEpisode 268: That Hat is Very BadFri, 26 May 2023 18:17:00 +0000Listen
Recorded Wednesday, May 24, 2023
Book talk begins at 25:55
Our Cables KAL has ended. Please listen until the end of the podcast to hear whether you've won a prize, and thanks to everyone for participating!
Our next KAL will be our annual Mother Bear KAL! It will officially start on June 1, 2023, but any bears you have knit or crocheted in 2023 are eligible as entries for prizes. To find out all about this wonderful charity, please go to Mother Bear Project website. More info to come...
Fiber Frolic - Saturday, May 27, 2023, 10 am – 4 pm at Soul Food Farm in Vacaville, CA. There will be no food vendors, so bring your own lunch and a chair. The entry fee is $10 per person, and parking will be in a field and not limited.
Lambtown - October 7-8, 2023 at the Dixon May Fairgrounds in Dixon, CA
The TKGA Retreat 2023 - November 2-5, 2023 at the Hilton Charlotte University Place Hotel in Charlotte, North Carolina
KNITTING
Barb finished
1 Knocker
Twisty Taper Cap by Shelby NichKnit Designs, using Plymouth Encore Tweed in the Red Brick colorway
Our Cables KAL has ended. Please listen until the end of the podcast to hear whether you've won a prize, and thanks to everyone for participating!
Our next KAL will be our annual Mother Bear KAL! It will officially start on June 1, 2023, but any bears you have knit or crocheted in 2023 are eligible as entries for prizes. To find out all about this wonderful charity, please go to Mother Bear Project website. More info to come...
Fiber Frolic - Saturday, May 27, 2023, 10 am – 4 pm at Soul Food Farm in Vacaville, CA. There will be no food vendors, so bring your own lunch and a chair. The entry fee is $10 per person, and parking will be in a field and not limited.
Lambtown - October 7-8, 2023 at the Dixon May Fairgrounds in Dixon, CA
The TKGA Retreat 2023 - November 2-5, 2023 at the Hilton Charlotte University Place Hotel in Charlotte, North Carolina
KNITTING
Barb finished
1 Knocker
Twisty Taper Cap by Shelby NichKnit Designs, using Plymouth Encore Tweed in the Red Brick colorway
]]>01:08:44false12268fullBarb and Tracie269627852023-06-01T00:01:01ZEpisode 267: Somewhere in WashingtonEpisode 267: Somewhere in WashingtonThu, 11 May 2023 23:07:07 +0000Recorded on May 8, 2023
Book Talk starts at: 25:30
Our Cables KAL is almost over... May 15th is the last day you can post pictures of your finished cable-y goodness projects. Prizes will be announced during Episode 268.
Our next KAL will be our annual Mother Bear KAL! It will officially start on June 1, 2023, but any bears you have knit or crocheted in 2023 are eligible as entries for prizes. To find out all about this wonderful charity, please go to Mother Bear Project website. More info to come...
Fiber Frolic - Saturday, May 27, 2023, 10 am – 4 pm at Soul Food Farm in Vacaville, CA. There will be no food vendors, so bring your own lunch and a chair. The entry fee is $10 per person, and parking will be in a field and not limited.
The TKGA Retreat 2023 - November 2-5, 2023 at the Hilton Charlotte University Place Hotel in Charlotte, North Carolina
KNITTING
Barb finished 4 Knitted Knockers (12 total for 2023)
Our Cables KAL is almost over... May 15th is the last day you can post pictures of your finished cable-y goodness projects. Prizes will be announced during Episode 268.
Our next KAL will be our annual Mother Bear KAL! It will officially start on June 1, 2023, but any bears you have knit or crocheted in 2023 are eligible as entries for prizes. To find out all about this wonderful charity, please go to Mother Bear Project website. More info to come...
Fiber Frolic - Saturday, May 27, 2023, 10 am – 4 pm at Soul Food Farm in Vacaville, CA. There will be no food vendors, so bring your own lunch and a chair. The entry fee is $10 per person, and parking will be in a field and not limited.
The TKGA Retreat 2023 - November 2-5, 2023 at the Hilton Charlotte University Place Hotel in Charlotte, North Carolina
KNITTING Barb finished 4 Knitted Knockers (12 total for 2023) Tracie has finished:
Tracie talked about Universal Standard Clothing Co.]]>01:02:25falsefull268171052023-06-01T00:01:01ZEpisode 266: The Acidity of our Bitter TearsEpisode 266: The Acidity of our Bitter TearsThu, 20 Apr 2023 14:50:00 +0000Recorded on April 5, 2023
Book Talk starts at 19:25
Come join us knitting or crocheting your projects with CABLES! That's right, cables. Come on over to the Cables KAL Chatter Thread to check out the rules and chat about your plans. Dates are now until 5/15/23.
The Northern California Knitting Retreat (NoCKRs) - April 27-30, 2023 at the St Francis Retreat Center in San Juan Bautista, California. The retreat is now full, but we generally have spots that will open as we get close to the dates. If you would like to be on the waiting list, message Tracie at 2knitlitchicks@gmail.com for info and the registration form.
Fiber Frolic - Saturday, May 27, 2023, 10 am – 4 pm at Soul Food Farm in Vacaville, CA. There will be no food vendors, so bring your own lunch and a chair. The entry fee is $10 per person, and parking will be in a field and not limited.
The TKGA Retreat 2023 - November 2-5, 2023 at the Hilton Charlotte University Place Hotel in Charlotte, North Carolina
KNITTING
Tracie finished:
Tiny Dancer top by Laura Dean in Shaggy Bear Farms SW Merino & Tussah Silk Fingering for Lexi
2 Knitted Knockers
Barb finished
Low-key Cowl by Elizabeth Smith, using Cascade 220 in the green colorway (very old stash)
Ilha pullover by Orlane Sucche, using Greenwood Fiber Indulgence (merino, cashmere and silk).
Come join us knitting or crocheting your projects with CABLES! That's right, cables. Come on over to the Cables KAL Chatter Thread to check out the rules and chat about your plans. Dates are now until 5/15/23.
The Northern California Knitting Retreat (NoCKRs) - April 27-30, 2023 at the St Francis Retreat Center in San Juan Bautista, California. The retreat is now full, but we generally have spots that will open as we get close to the dates. If you would like to be on the waiting list, message Tracie at 2knitlitchicks@gmail.com for info and the registration form.
Fiber Frolic - Saturday, May 27, 2023, 10 am – 4 pm at Soul Food Farm in Vacaville, CA. There will be no food vendors, so bring your own lunch and a chair. The entry fee is $10 per person, and parking will be in a field and not limited.
The TKGA Retreat 2023 - November 2-5, 2023 at the Hilton Charlotte University Place Hotel in Charlotte, North Carolina
KNITTING
Tracie finished:
Tiny Dancer top by Laura Dean in Shaggy Bear Farms SW Merino & Tussah Silk Fingering for Lexi
2 Knitted Knockers
Barb finished
Low-key Cowl by Elizabeth Smith, using Cascade 220 in the green colorway (very old stash)
Ilha pullover by Orlane Sucche, using Greenwood Fiber Indulgence (merino, cashmere and silk).
]]>57:29false11266fullBarb and Tracie266012582023-05-01T00:01:01ZEpisode 264: So This Situation Is Dumb in Every SpeciesEpisode 264: So This Situation Is Dumb in Every SpeciesSat, 08 Apr 2023 22:01:11 +0000Recorded on April 5, 2023
Book Talk starts at 33:00
Come join us knitting or crocheting your projects with CABLES! That's right, cables. Come on over to the Cables KAL Chatter Thread to check out the rules and chat about your plans. Dates are now until 5/15/23.
The Northern California Knitting Retreat (NoCKRs) - April 27-30, 2023 at the St Francis Retreat Center in San Juan Bautista, California. The retreat is now full, but we generally have spots that will open as we get close to the dates. If you would like to be on the waiting list, message Tracie at 2knitlitchicks@gmail.com for info and the registration form.
Fiber Frolic - Saturday, May 27, 2023, 10 am – 4 pm at Soul Food Farm in Vacaville, CA
The TKGA Retreat 2023 - November 2-5, 2023 at the Hilton Charlotte University Place Hotel in Charlotte, North Carolina
Come join us knitting or crocheting your projects with CABLES! That's right, cables. Come on over to the Cables KAL Chatter Thread to check out the rules and chat about your plans. Dates are now until 5/15/23.
The Northern California Knitting Retreat (NoCKRs) - April 27-30, 2023 at the St Francis Retreat Center in San Juan Bautista, California. The retreat is now full, but we generally have spots that will open as we get close to the dates. If you would like to be on the waiting list, message Tracie at 2knitlitchicks@gmail.com for info and the registration form.
Fiber Frolic - Saturday, May 27, 2023, 10 am – 4 pm at Soul Food Farm in Vacaville, CA
The TKGA Retreat 2023 - November 2-5, 2023 at the Hilton Charlotte University Place Hotel in Charlotte, North Carolina
]]>01:10:41falsefull264845012023-05-01T00:01:01ZEpisode 264: Things Went Awry...Episode 264: Things Went Awry...Fri, 24 Mar 2023 21:18:00 +0000Recorded on March 22, 2023
Book talk starts at 29:20
Come join us knitting or crocheting your projects with CABLES! That's right, cables. Come on over to the Cables KAL Chatter Thread to check out the rules and chat about your plans. Dates are now until 5/15/23.
The Northern California Knitting Retreat (NoCKRs) - April 27-30, 2023 at the St Francis Retreat Center in San Juan Bautista, California. We have 1 open spot - message Tracie at 2knitlitchicks@gmail.com for info and the registration form.
Fiber Frolic - Saturday, May 27, 2023, 10 am – 4 pm at Soul Food Farm in Vacaville, CA
The TKGA Retreat 2023 - November 2-5, 2023 at the Hilton Charlotte University Place Hotel in Charlotte, North Carolina
Tracie recommends AMC+ app/channel - subscribe through Amazon Prime or go to amcplus.com
]]>Recorded on March 22, 2023
Book talk starts at 29:20
Come join us knitting or crocheting your projects with CABLES! That's right, cables. Come on over to the Cables KAL Chatter Thread to check out the rules and chat about your plans. Dates are now until 5/15/23.
The Northern California Knitting Retreat (NoCKRs) - April 27-30, 2023 at the St Francis Retreat Center in San Juan Bautista, California. We have 1 open spot - message Tracie at 2knitlitchicks@gmail.com for info and the registration form.
Fiber Frolic - Saturday, May 27, 2023, 10 am – 4 pm at Soul Food Farm in Vacaville, CA
The TKGA Retreat 2023 - November 2-5, 2023 at the Hilton Charlotte University Place Hotel in Charlotte, North Carolina
Tracie recommends AMC+ app/channel - subscribe through Amazon Prime or go to amcplus.com
]]>01:16:15false12264fullBarb and Tracie263352392023-04-01T00:01:01ZEpisode 263: Stitches West 2023 RecapEpisode 263: Stitches West 2023 RecapThu, 09 Mar 2023 00:27:51 +0000Stitches West episode!
Tracie attended Sandy Peters' class, Intro to Stacked Stitches.
Barb attended Lorilee Beltman's class, Transform you Knitting with the Magic Cast On.
]]>45:41falsefull261721532023-04-01T00:01:01ZEpisode 262: They Must Have More of Each OtherEpisode 262: They Must Have More of Each OtherThu, 23 Feb 2023 21:20:00 +0000Recorded Wednesday, February 22, 2023
Book talk begins at 32:25
Come join us knitting or crocheting your projects with CABLES! That's right, cables. Come on over to the Cables KAL Chatter Thread to check out the rules and chat about your plans. Dates are now until 5/15/23.
Stitches West 2023 - March 2-5 at the Sacramento Convention Center in Sacramento, California. Stay tuned for Episode 263, which will be our Stitches recap!
The Northern California Knitting Retreat (NoCKRs) - April 27-30, 2023 at the St Francis Retreat Center in San Juan Bautista, California. The retreat is now full, but you can still be put on the waiting list - message Tracie at 2knitlitchicks@gmail.com for info and the registration form.
The TKGA Retreat 2023 - November 2-5, 2023 at the Hilton Charlotte University Place Hotel in Charlotte, North Carolina
KNITTING
Finished
Tracie has finished:
Velvet Pullover by EweKnit Toronto (discontinued online) in Western Sky Knits Merino 17 Light dyed by Kim and me
Penelope Romper by Linnea Nyman with a different cable pattern substituted in Berroco Pure Pima
Barb recommends the film She Said on Peacock Premium or available to buy or rent on other streaming services
]]>Recorded Wednesday, February 22, 2023
Book talk begins at 32:25
Come join us knitting or crocheting your projects with CABLES! That's right, cables. Come on over to the Cables KAL Chatter Thread to check out the rules and chat about your plans. Dates are now until 5/15/23.
Stitches West 2023 - March 2-5 at the Sacramento Convention Center in Sacramento, California. Stay tuned for Episode 263, which will be our Stitches recap!
The Northern California Knitting Retreat (NoCKRs) - April 27-30, 2023 at the St Francis Retreat Center in San Juan Bautista, California. The retreat is now full, but you can still be put on the waiting list - message Tracie at 2knitlitchicks@gmail.com for info and the registration form.
The TKGA Retreat 2023 - November 2-5, 2023 at the Hilton Charlotte University Place Hotel in Charlotte, North Carolina
KNITTING
Finished
Tracie has finished:
Velvet Pullover by EweKnit Toronto (discontinued online) in Western Sky Knits Merino 17 Light dyed by Kim and me
Penelope Romper by Linnea Nyman with a different cable pattern substituted in Berroco Pure Pima
Barb recommends the film She Said on Peacock Premium or available to buy or rent on other streaming services
]]>01:11:11false11262full260268722023-03-01T00:00:10ZEpisode 261: So You Said No Thank YouEpisode 261: So You Said No Thank YouMon, 30 Jan 2023 22:28:15 +0000
Recorded on January 12, 2023
Book talk starts at 24:45
Sweater KAL - 9/1/22 - 1/15/23 - be sure to listen until the end of the podcast when the prize winners of the Sweater KAL are announced!
NEW KAL! Come join us knitting or crocheting your projects with CABLES! That's right, cables. Come on over to the Cables KAL Chatter Thread to check out the rules and chat about your plans. Dates are now until 5/15/23.
If you would like to attend NoCKRs at the St Francis Retreat Center in San Juan Bautista, California April 27-30, 2023, please email Tracie at 2knitlitchicks@gmail.com for details.
The Gleener for excellent, battery-free sweater shaving
]]> Recorded on January 12, 2023
Book talk starts at 24:45
Sweater KAL - 9/1/22 - 1/15/23 - be sure to listen until the end of the podcast when the prize winners of the Sweater KAL are announced!
NEW KAL! Come join us knitting or crocheting your projects with CABLES! That's right, cables. Come on over to the Cables KAL Chatter Thread to check out the rules and chat about your plans. Dates are now until 5/15/23.
If you would like to attend NoCKRs at the St Francis Retreat Center in San Juan Bautista, California April 27-30, 2023, please email Tracie at 2knitlitchicks@gmail.com for details.
1. Vanilla Socks in Canon Hand Dyes William Merino in Waterworld Sock Set 2. Davis pullover by Pam Allen, using Berroco Remix Chunky in the Pepper colorway Barb is working on: 1. Colourwheel DK 1 Ball Scarf, using a Sirdar Colourwheel in the Perfectly Pretty colorway 2. Hermione's Everyday Socks by Erica Leuder using Canon Hand Dyes sock set 3. Burgos vest by Rosa Pomar, using Diamond Galway Worsted Knitting Wool Highland Heather Barb cast-on: 1. Koko Bean hat #3 by JudithMarieKnits, using leftover Plymouth Encore and Red Heart yarns 2. Citadel cardigan by Joji Locatelli, using Rowan RYC Wool Tweed (discontinued yarn) in the Truffle colorway
The Gleener for excellent, battery-free sweater shaving
]]>01:11:15falsefull257769092023-02-01T00:00:24ZEpisode 260: Here's the Thing....Episode 260: Here's the Thing....Sun, 15 Jan 2023 15:43:00 +0000Recorded on January 12, 2023
If you would like to attend NoCKRs at the St Francis Retreat Center in San Juan Bautista, California April 27-30, 2023, please email Tracie at 2knitlitchicks@gmail.com for details.
If you would like to attend NoCKRs at the St Francis Retreat Center in San Juan Bautista, California April 27-30, 2023, please email Tracie at 2knitlitchicks@gmail.com for details.
The Gleener for excellent, battery-free sweater shaving
]]>53:02false11260full256119452023-02-01T00:00:24ZEpisode 259: Yellow Sneakers and a Voluminous SkirtEpisode 259: Yellow Sneakers and a Voluminous SkirtFri, 30 Dec 2022 21:53:42 +0000Recorded on December 28, 2022
NoCKRs (Northern California Knitting Retreat) news:
If you would like to attend NoCKRs at the St Francis Retreat Center in San Juan Bautista, California April 27-30, 2023, please email Tracie at 2knitlitchicks@gmail.com for details.
NoCKRs (Northern California Knitting Retreat) news:
If you would like to attend NoCKRs at the St Francis Retreat Center in San Juan Bautista, California April 27-30, 2023, please email Tracie at 2knitlitchicks@gmail.com for details.
]]>01:13:05falsefull254674772023-01-01T00:00:15ZEpisode 258: A Moebius SituationEpisode 258: A Moebius SituationTue, 13 Dec 2022 17:09:00 +0000Recorded Friday, December 9, 2022
Zephyr Mark ll by Celia McAdam Cahill, using Blue Sky Fibers Woolstok Light in the Red Rock colorway
Tracie finished:
Moon of My Life by Nadia Crétin-Léchenne adapted by Celia McAdam Cahill for a man in worsted weight yarn - in Universal Yarns Uptown Worsted Granite and Berroco Vintage Cotton Candy
Darling Darby by Jean Clement in Berroco Vintage in Cotton Candy and Uptown Worsted
Zephyr Mark ll by Celia McAdam Cahill, using Blue Sky Fibers Woolstok Light in the Red Rock colorway
Tracie finished:
Moon of My Life by Nadia Crétin-Léchenne adapted by Celia McAdam Cahill for a man in worsted weight yarn - in Universal Yarns Uptown Worsted Granite and Berroco Vintage Cotton Candy
Darling Darby by Jean Clement in Berroco Vintage in Cotton Candy and Uptown Worsted
]]>01:03:30false11258fullBarb and Tracie253147052023-01-01T00:00:15ZEpisode 257: Happy Thanksgiving from the Chicks and Family!Episode 257: Happy Thanksgiving from the Chicks and Family!Sat, 26 Nov 2022 20:00:10 +0000Recorded on November 24, 2022
]]>01:13:54falsefull251364482022-12-01T00:00:10ZEpisode 256: Interview with Sarah Fain!Episode 256: Interview with Sarah Fain!Fri, 18 Nov 2022 15:18:00 +0000Recorded on November 16, 2022
Barb and Tracie spend some time with Sarah Fain, one of the co-hosts of the Happier in Hollywood Podcast. She is also a TV writer, currently writing for the Fantasy Island reboot, available on Fox TV. Oh - and she is a knitter and a spinner!
We get a peek into Sarah's very busy life, and learn lots about what it takes to be a writer in Hollywood today. And there an abundance of laughter! We hope you enjoy our time with Sarah as much as we did.
]]>Recorded on November 16, 2022
Barb and Tracie spend some time with Sarah Fain, one of the co-hosts of the Happier in Hollywood Podcast. She is also a TV writer, currently writing for the Fantasy Island reboot, available on Fox TV. Oh - and she is a knitter and a spinner!
We get a peek into Sarah's very busy life, and learn lots about what it takes to be a writer in Hollywood today. And there an abundance of laughter! We hope you enjoy our time with Sarah as much as we did.
]]>50:44true11256full250616282022-12-01T00:00:10ZEpisode 255: They Sang Like CanariesEpisode 255: They Sang Like CanariesSun, 30 Oct 2022 21:50:51 +0000Book Talk starts at 22:00
1. The Little Pine Tree's Wish by Diane M. Howard (dinaripper on Ravelry) - a lovely children's book about a little pine tree who's wish is to become a Christmas tree! If you have a special child in your life that would enjoy this book, enter our giveaway to win an autographed copy.
If you don't want to wait for the giveaway, you can order the Little Pine Tree's Wish through Amazon, Barnes and Noble or BookBaby!
The winner will be announced when we record on U.S. Thanksgiving!
2. Tracie's Handspun!
I have 3 skeins of my handspun to give away:
Quillen Fiber Arts Romney Top in the Queen of Tarts colorway, approximately 110 yds
Greenwood Fiberworks Merino/Silk? in the Calypso colorway, approximately 192 yds
Three Waters Farm 100% Rambouillet in the Racing Green colorway, approximately 161 yards
Please leave a comment in the appropriate thread on our Ravelry page to enter either of these drawings!
KNITTING
Barb finished:
1. Mother Bears 268, 269, and 270
2. Helix Hat #11 by Jessica Rose, using leftover Plymouth Encore yarns
1. The Little Pine Tree's Wish by Diane M. Howard (dinaripper on Ravelry) - a lovely children's book about a little pine tree who's wish is to become a Christmas tree! If you have a special child in your life that would enjoy this book, enter our giveaway to win an autographed copy.
If you don't want to wait for the giveaway, you can order the Little Pine Tree's Wish through Amazon, Barnes and Noble or BookBaby!
The winner will be announced when we record on U.S. Thanksgiving!
2. Tracie's Handspun!
I have 3 skeins of my handspun to give away:
Quillen Fiber Arts Romney Top in the Queen of Tarts colorway, approximately 110 yds
Greenwood Fiberworks Merino/Silk? in the Calypso colorway, approximately 192 yds
Three Waters Farm 100% Rambouillet in the Racing Green colorway, approximately 161 yards
Please leave a comment in the appropriate thread on our Ravelry page to enter either of these drawings!
KNITTING
Barb finished:
1. Mother Bears 268, 269, and 270
2. Helix Hat #11 by Jessica Rose, using leftover Plymouth Encore yarns
]]>51:52falsefull248467562022-11-01T00:01:01ZEpisode 254: Barb Will Not be Skydiving or Bungee JumpingEpisode 254: Barb Will Not be Skydiving or Bungee JumpingThu, 13 Oct 2022 18:57:00 +0000Recorded Wednesday, 12, 2022
]]>01:01:27false12254fullBarb and Tracie246798332022-11-01T00:01:01ZEpisode 253: It'll Be in the Show NotesEpisode 253: It'll Be in the Show NotesSun, 25 Sep 2022 22:36:46 +0000Recorded Thursday, September 22, 2022
Barb has been enjoying a re-watch of Survivor, Season 1 on Prime Video
]]>52:01false11252full242273132022-09-01T00:01:02ZEpisode 251: Because We CanEpisode 251: Because We CanFri, 19 Aug 2022 02:29:39 +0000Recorded Monday, August 15, 2022
]]>58:23falsefull241027652022-09-01T00:01:02ZEpisode 250: But It's a Dry HeatEpisode 250: But It's a Dry HeatThu, 28 Jul 2022 20:01:10 +0000Recorded Wednesday, July 27, 2022
]]>59:55falsefull238914092022-08-01T00:01:44ZEpisode 249: Live from the Bunkhouse!Episode 249: Live from the Bunkhouse!Sun, 10 Jul 2022 15:39:17 +0000Recorded on July 5, 2022
While Americans overwhelmingly support the right of an individual to make their own decisions about abortion, unfortunately, that right is no longer protected everywhere in the U.S. We encourage you to SPEAK UP, TAKE CARE, and SPREAD THE WORD!
While Americans overwhelmingly support the right of an individual to make their own decisions about abortion, unfortunately, that right is no longer protected everywhere in the U.S. We encourage you to SPEAK UP, TAKE CARE, and SPREAD THE WORD!
Everybody's Best Friend: The True Story of a Marriage that Ended in Murder - 4 stars
How to Raise and Elephant - 4 stars
Never Saw Me Coming - 4.5 stars
]]>01:08:41falsefull234025342022-07-01T00:01:53ZEpisode 247: Acid Green is a NEUTRAL!Episode 247: Acid Green is a NEUTRAL!Thu, 26 May 2022 16:24:47 +0000Recorded on may 23, 2022
Book Talk starts at 24:00
Virtual get-together via Zoom on Saturdays, 12 noon PST - Details here
Our annual Mother Bear KAL begins June 1! Any Mother Bear that you have knit or crocheted in 2021 is eligible to post in our FO Thread. One post per bear please. Please see all the rules and participate in the Chatter Thread! #2022MBKAL2KLC
12 in 22 - Unofficial KAL/challenge to knit 12 (or however many you want) sweaters in 2022. Details here!
KNITTING
Barb finished:
Hipster shawl by Joji Locatelli, using Malabrigo Rios in the 880 Hojas colorway.
Tracie recommends watching Jinxx Monsoon as Judy Garland on RuPaul's Drag Race All-Stars 7. NSFW or for those with delicate sensibilities!
]]>Recorded on may 23, 2022
Book Talk starts at 24:00
Virtual get-together via Zoom on Saturdays, 12 noon PST - Details here
Our annual Mother Bear KAL begins June 1! Any Mother Bear that you have knit or crocheted in 2021 is eligible to post in our FO Thread. One post per bear please. Please see all the rules and participate in the Chatter Thread! #2022MBKAL2KLC
12 in 22 - Unofficial KAL/challenge to knit 12 (or however many you want) sweaters in 2022. Details here!
KNITTING
Barb finished:
Hipster shawl by Joji Locatelli, using Malabrigo Rios in the 880 Hojas colorway.
Tracie recommends watching Jinxx Monsoon as Judy Garland on RuPaul's Drag Race All-Stars 7. NSFW or for those with delicate sensibilities!
]]>01:11:23false11247full232376872022-06-01T00:00:10ZEpisode 246: It's Happening in SoledadEpisode 246: It's Happening in SoledadFri, 06 May 2022 17:47:54 +0000Recorded Monday, May 2, 2022
Book talk starts at 31:25
Virtual get-together via Zoom on Saturdays, 12 noon PST - Details here
Our 2 Knit Lit Chicks Mini Skein KAL has ended. Be sure to listen until the end to find out the prize winners! Our three very generous prize donors for the KAL are:
And now, it's almost time for our annual Mother Bear KAL! Come join us by knitting or crocheting Mother Bears. Our KAL runs from June 1 to September 1, 2022. But...if you have knit or crocheted any bears in 2022, please plan on posting pictures of them in our FO thread. The FO and chatter threads will be up after June 1st.
Here is the Mother Bear Project website, where you can find out all about the charity, buy a pattern and overload on the picture gallery cuteness!
12 in 22 - Unofficial KAL/challenge to knit 12 (or however many you want) sweaters in 2022. Details here!
The 2KLC 2022 Swap is almost over!
Important dates: May 1: final check in. May 15th: Mail By Date
KNITTING
Barb has finished:
1. That's My Jam by Steven Fegert, using a kit bought from Learning Men Fiber Arts, using their MCN blend Show Stealer
Virtual get-together via Zoom on Saturdays, 12 noon PST - Details here
Our 2 Knit Lit Chicks Mini Skein KAL has ended. Be sure to listen until the end to find out the prize winners! Our three very generous prize donors for the KAL are:
And now, it's almost time for our annual Mother Bear KAL! Come join us by knitting or crocheting Mother Bears. Our KAL runs from June 1 to September 1, 2022. But...if you have knit or crocheted any bears in 2022, please plan on posting pictures of them in our FO thread. The FO and chatter threads will be up after June 1st.
Here is the Mother Bear Project website, where you can find out all about the charity, buy a pattern and overload on the picture gallery cuteness!
12 in 22 - Unofficial KAL/challenge to knit 12 (or however many you want) sweaters in 2022. Details here!
The 2KLC 2022 Swap is almost over!
Important dates: May 1: final check in. May 15th: Mail By Date
KNITTING
Barb has finished:
1. That's My Jam by Steven Fegert, using a kit bought from Learning Men Fiber Arts, using their MCN blend Show Stealer
]]>01:18:04falsefull230306332022-06-01T00:00:10ZEpisode 245: I Thought I Would Be Further Along By NowEpisode 245: I Thought I Would Be Further Along By NowThu, 21 Apr 2022 19:27:22 +0000
Virtual get-together via Zoom on Saturdays, 12 noon PST - Details here
Our 2 Knit Lit Chicks Mini Skein KAL goes until 5/1. You can get all the details here!Mini Skein Finished Object thread here.
12 in 22 - Unofficial KAL/challenge to knit 12 (or however many you want) sweaters in 2022. Details here!
The 2KLC 2022 Swap is almost over!
Important dates: May 1: final check in. May 15th: Mail By Date
Tracie talked about Naloxone, a medication that can treat a narcotic overdose in an emergency situation. She also discussed Fentanyl Test Strips - to detect Fentanyl in street drugs.
acie talked about Naloxone, a medication that can treat a narcotic overdose in an emergency situation. She also discussed Fentanyl Test Strips - to detect Fentanyl in street drugs.
]]>01:06:40falsefull228701512022-05-01T00:00:32ZEpisode 244: Mediocrity is a Constant ThemeEpisode 244: Mediocrity is a Constant ThemeTue, 29 Mar 2022 18:48:25 +0000Recorded on March 28, 2022
Book Talk starts at 33:48
Virtual get-together via Zoom on Saturdays, 12 noon PST - Details here
Our 2 Knit Lit Chicks Mini Skein KAL goes until . You can get all the details here!
]]>01:09:13false12244full226121542022-04-01T00:00:25ZEpisode 243: Stitches West 2022Episode 243: Stitches West 2022Wed, 09 Mar 2022 17:29:00 +0000Recorded March 4-6, 2022
]]>01:04:13falsefull223931992022-04-01T00:00:25ZEpisode 242: They Have One About Trader Joes!Episode 242: They Have One About Trader Joes!Sat, 26 Feb 2022 17:44:18 +0000Recorded on February 23, 2022
Book Talk starts at 32:10
Virtual get-together via Zoom on Saturdays, 12 pm PST
Our 2 Knit Lit Chicks Mini Skein KAL goes until . You can get all the details here!
]]>01:12:24falsefull222651052022-03-01T00:00:36ZEpisode 241: She's One of Those PeopleEpisode 241: She's One of Those PeopleSat, 05 Feb 2022 00:31:17 +0000Recorded on Thursday, February 3, 2022
Book Talk starts at 24:50
Mini Skein KAL! Yes, we have started our 2 Knit Lit Chicks Mini Skein KAL. You can get all the details here!
Virtual get-together via Zoom on Saturdays, 12 noon PST - Detailshere.
12 in 22 - Unofficial KAL/challenge to knit 12 (or however many you want) sweaters in 2022. Details here!
The 2022 2KLC Swap is on! Go to swap threadfor all the info and to join (follow link to the sign up form AND post your answers to the questionnaire in the thread). Sign ups close on February 10th.
Upcoming events:
March 3-6, 2022 - We will both be attending Stitches West in Sacramento, CA.
April 7-10, 2022 - Tracie will be attending the Northern California Knitting Retreat in San Juan Bautista, CA
Virtual get-together via Zoom on Saturdays, 12 noon PST - Details here.
12 in 22 - Unofficial KAL/challenge to knit 12 (or however many you want) sweaters in 2022. Details here!
The 2022 2KLC Swap is on! Go to swap thread for all the info and to join (follow link to the sign up form AND post your answers to the questionnaire in the thread). Sign ups close on February 10th.
Upcoming events:
March 3-6, 2022 - We will both be attending Stitches West in Sacramento, CA.
April 7-10, 2022 - Tracie will be attending the Northern California Knitting Retreat in San Juan Bautista, CA
]]>01:12:09falsefull220301692022-03-01T00:00:36ZEpisode 240: We are Not a Quiet FamilyWe are Not a Quiet FamilyTue, 18 Jan 2022 20:53:49 +0000Recorded on January 16, 2022
Book Talk starts at 35:55
Virtual get-together via Zoom on Saturdays, 12 noon PST - Details here.
Our Fall Sweater KAL has ended. Stay tuned till the end of the podcast to find out if you've won a prize, and thanks to everyone who participated!
Do you have all kinds of mini-skeins but don't know what to do with them? Join our Spring Mini-Skeins KAL! We already have a bundle full of pattern ideas, and if I know this group, many more will be added. The KAL will run February 1-May 1, 2022 - check out the thread in our Ravelry group for more info.
12 in 22 - Unofficial KAL/challenge to knit 12 (or however many you want) sweaters in 2022.
The 2022 2KLC Swap is on! Go to swap thread for all the info and to join (follow link to the sign up form AND post your answers to the questionnaire in the thread).
Upcoming events:
March 3-6, 2022 - We will both be attending Stitches West in Sacramento, CA.
April 7-10, 2022 - Tracie will be attending the Northern California Knitting Retreat in San Juan Bautista, CA
KNITTING
Barb has finished:
Multnomah Falls hat by Kay Hopkins, using Plymouth Encore Tweed in the Brick Red colorway
Frohlocke Hat by Katrine Schubert, using Malabrigo Rastita in the Archangel colorway
Nagare by Natsuko Iida, using Valley Yarns Superwash Sport in the Ice colorway
Murphy Bay Hat by Jenny Weibe, using Malabrigo Rios in the Pines colorway
Tracie has finished:
Swallowtail by Jamie Hoffman in 3 colors of Psych Ward Yarns Joy Sock (Mrs. Peacock, Orange Sherbet and Painted Waters) and Cloudborn Fibers Merino Superwash Sock Twist in Ecru
My first combo spin! I used 5 braids of fiber and then I double-plied them. Very excited to see how much I have and plan a project (hopefully a sweater)!
Barb is working on:
That's My Jam by Steven Fegert, using a kit bought from Learning Men Fiber Arts, using their MCN blend Show Stealer
Virtual get-together via Zoom on Saturdays, 12 noon PST - Details here.
Our Fall Sweater KAL has ended. Stay tuned till the end of the podcast to find out if you've won a prize, and thanks to everyone who participated!
Do you have all kinds of mini-skeins but don't know what to do with them? Join our Spring Mini-Skeins KAL! We already have a bundle full of pattern ideas, and if I know this group, many more will be added. The KAL will run February 1-May 1, 2022 - check out the thread in our Ravelry group for more info.
12 in 22 - Unofficial KAL/challenge to knit 12 (or however many you want) sweaters in 2022.
The 2022 2KLC Swap is on! Go to swap thread for all the info and to join (follow link to the sign up form AND post your answers to the questionnaire in the thread).
Upcoming events:
March 3-6, 2022 - We will both be attending Stitches West in Sacramento, CA.
April 7-10, 2022 - Tracie will be attending the Northern California Knitting Retreat in San Juan Bautista, CA
KNITTING
Barb has finished:
Multnomah Falls hat by Kay Hopkins, using Plymouth Encore Tweed in the Brick Red colorway
Frohlocke Hat by Katrine Schubert, using Malabrigo Rastita in the Archangel colorway
Nagare by Natsuko Iida, using Valley Yarns Superwash Sport in the Ice colorway
Murphy Bay Hat by Jenny Weibe, using Malabrigo Rios in the Pines colorway
Tracie has finished:
Swallowtail by Jamie Hoffman in 3 colors of Psych Ward Yarns Joy Sock (Mrs. Peacock, Orange Sherbet and Painted Waters) and Cloudborn Fibers Merino Superwash Sock Twist in Ecru
My first combo spin! I used 5 braids of fiber and then I double-plied them. Very excited to see how much I have and plan a project (hopefully a sweater)!
Barb is working on:
That's My Jam by Steven Fegert, using a kit bought from Learning Men Fiber Arts, using their MCN blend Show Stealer
]]>01:18:19false11240full218154712022-02-01T00:00:04ZEpisode 239: The Chicks vs Drunk Uncles Egg NogEpisode 239: The Chicks vs Drunk Uncles Egg NogWed, 29 Dec 2021 18:50:55 +0000Recorded on December 26, 2021
Book Talk begins at 26:04
Our Fall Sweater KAL is ongoing until January 15, 2022! View the details here.
Our next KAL will be announced on the next episode! Stay tuned...
Virtual get-together via Zoom on Saturdays, 12 noon PST - Details here.
Upcoming events:
January 7-9, 2022 - We will both be attending the New Year Fiber Retreat in San Juan Bautista, California
March 3-6, 2022 - We will both be attending Stitches West in Sacramento, CA.
]]>59:13falsefull216262642022-01-01T00:00:09ZEpisode 238: We Don't CareEpisode 238: We Don't CareFri, 17 Dec 2021 21:44:51 +0000Recorded on December 14, 2021
Book talk starts at 22:55
Our Fall Sweater KAL is ongoing until January 15, 2022! You still have time to knit a great sweater! View the details here
Virtual get-together via Zoom on Saturdays, 12 noon PST - Details here
Tracie's handspun giveaway! Winners are announced at the end of this podcast.
Upcoming events:
January 7-9, 2022 - We will both be attending the New Year Fiber Retreat in San Juan Bautista, California.
March 3-6, 2022 - We will both be attending Stitches West in Sacramento, CA.
]]>01:08:05falsefull215256142022-01-01T00:00:09ZEpisode 237: I Think I Liked it More Than I Thought I DidEpisode 237: I Think I Liked it More Than I Thought I DidTue, 30 Nov 2021 18:17:01 +0000Recorded Saturday November 27, 2021
Book Talk starts at 26:25
The 2021 2 Knit Lit Chicks Fall Sweater KAL is ongoing. All the info you need to know is here on the Sweater KAL Chatter Thread. Check out our Bundles for more inspiration!
Virtual get-together via Zoom on Saturdays, 12 noon PST - Details here
The 2021 2 Knit Lit Chicks Fall Sweater KAL is ongoing. All the info you need to know is here on the Sweater KAL Chatter Thread. Check out our Bundles for more inspiration!
Virtual get-together via Zoom on Saturdays, 12 noon PST - Details here
]]>50:12false11237full213270712021-12-01T00:00:04ZEpisode 236: Did I Like It?Episode 236: Did I Like It?Wed, 10 Nov 2021 17:50:39 +0000Recorded on Tuesday, November 7, 2021
Virtual get-together via Zoom on Saturdays, 12 noon PST - Details here
The 2021 2 Knit Lit Chicks Fall Sweater KAL has begun! All the info you need to know is here on the Sweater KAL Chatter Thread. Check out our Bundles for more inspiration.
New giveaway - Tracie's handspun! She has 3 skeins of 4 oz each to give away:
Shaggy Bear Farms Merino/Tussah Silk - Okay, this one is too ugly to give away. My mother has given it a good home. I will choose a different skein of handspun to replace this one.
Virtual get-together via Zoom on Saturdays, 12 noon PST - Details here
The 2021 2 Knit Lit Chicks Fall Sweater KAL has begun! All the info you need to know is here on the Sweater KAL Chatter Thread. Check out our Bundles for more inspiration. New giveaway - Tracie's handspun! She has 3 skeins of 4 oz each to give away:
Shaggy Bear Farms Merino/Tussah Silk - Okay, this one is too ugly to give away. My mother has given it a good home. I will choose a different skein of handspun to replace this one.
]]>58:02falsefull211214842021-12-01T00:00:04ZEpisode 235: Tracie Will Find a Way to Carry OnEpisode 235: Tracie Will Find a Way to Carry OnSun, 31 Oct 2021 18:53:58 +0000Recorded Wednesday October 27, 2021
Book talk starts at 27:12
Virtual get-together via Zoom on Saturdays, 12 noon PST - Details here
The 2021 2 Knit Lit Chicks Fall Sweater KAL has begun! All the info you need to know is here on the Sweater KAL Chatter Thread. Check out our Bundles for more inspiration.
New giveaway - Tracie's handspun! I have 3 skeins of 4 oz each to give away:
Virtual get-together via Zoom on Saturdays, 12 noon PST - Details here
The 2021 2 Knit Lit Chicks Fall Sweater KAL has begun! All the info you need to know is here on the Sweater KAL Chatter Thread. Check out our Bundles for more inspiration.
New giveaway - Tracie's handspun! I have 3 skeins of 4 oz each to give away:
]]>01:01:14falsefull209990452021-11-01T00:00:19ZEpisode 234: My Usual Half-A*&ed ButtonholeEpisode 234: My Usual Half-A*&ed ButtonholeMon, 11 Oct 2021 19:14:58 +0000Recorded on October 8, 2021
Book Talk starts at: 29:00
The 2021 2 Knit Lit Chicks Fall Sweater KAL has begun! All the info you need to know is here on the Sweater KAL Chatter Thread. Check out our Bundles for more inspiration.
Virtual get-together via Zoom on Saturdays, 12 noon PST - Details here
Tracie talked about the Netflix series Britney Vs. Spears. Here is the Trailer for it!
]]>Recorded on October 8, 2021
Book Talk starts at: 29:00
The 2021 2 Knit Lit Chicks Fall Sweater KAL has begun! All the info you need to know is here on the Sweater KAL Chatter Thread. Check out our Bundles for more inspiration.
Virtual get-together via Zoom on Saturdays, 12 noon PST - Details here
Tracie talked about the Netflix series Britney Vs. Spears. Here is the Trailer for it!
]]>01:08:37falsefull207810112021-11-01T00:00:19ZEpisode 233: We Love Our Weater SKAL!Episode 233: We Love Our Weater SKAL!Sat, 25 Sep 2021 21:53:54 +0000Recorded on September 22, 2021
Book Talk starts at 28:01
The 2021 2 Knit Lit Chicks Fall Sweater KAL has begun! All the info you need to know is here on the Sweater KAL Chatter Thread.
Virtual get-together via Zoom on Saturdays, 12 noon PST - Details here
KNITTING
Tracie finished:
Ice River Hat by Helen Stewart in Skeino Venice (Don Carlo cw)
]]>01:00:00false11233full205988842021-10-01T00:00:21ZEpisode 232: It Boggles the MindEpisode 232: It Boggles the MindSat, 11 Sep 2021 03:39:33 +0000Recorded on Tuesday, September 7, 2021
Announcing the start of the 2021 2 Knit Lit Chicks Fall Sweater KAL! All the info you need to know is here on the Sweater KAL Chatter Thread.
Virtual get-together via Zoom on Saturdays, 12 noon PST - Details here
We will draw for Mother Bear prizes at the end of this episode!
]]>01:01:57falsefull204386542021-10-01T00:00:21ZEpisode 231: Let's Never Speak of It AgainEpisode 231: Let's Never Speak of It AgainMon, 23 Aug 2021 20:03:23 +0000Recorded on August 22, 2021
Book Talk starts at 24:52
Our annual Mother Bear KAL is on! Any Mother Bear that you have knit or crocheted in 2021 is eligible to post in our FO Thread. One post per bear please. Please see all the rules and participate in the Chatter Thread. #2021MBKAL2KL
Virtual get-together via Zoom on Saturdays, 12 noon PST - Details here
Our annual Mother Bear KAL is on! Any Mother Bear that you have knit or crocheted in 2021 is eligible to post in our FO Thread. One post per bear please. Please see all the rules and participate in the Chatter Thread. #2021MBKAL2KL
Virtual get-together via Zoom on Saturdays, 12 noon PST - Details here
]]>53:45false231full202357102021-09-01T00:00:51ZEpisode 230: Live from Montana!Episode 230: Live from Montana!Thu, 12 Aug 2021 22:22:16 +0000Listen
Recorded on August 8, 2021
Book talk starts at 26:30
Our annual Mother Bear KAL is on! Any Mother Bear that you have knit or crocheted in 2021 is eligible to post in our FO Thread. One post per bear please. Please see all the rules and participate in the Chatter Thread. #2021MBKAL2KL
Virtual get-together via Zoom on Saturdays, 12 noon PST - Details here
We are giving away 3 copies of Fredi Baker's Let's Shawl-a-Brate! pattern. Leave a comment on the prize thread telling us how you feel about putting colors together - love it, get intimidated, or always buy the kit? Thread will close August 15.
Joining us on this podcast is our friend, Eileen, better known on Ravelry as Redsknits! Eileen is a very accomplished knitter, spinner, quilter and wood Turner.
Fiddly Bits Cowl by Jana Pihota, using Tracie's handspun from fiber by Woolgatherings Polwarth/silk
We discussed the our friend Shelley's cardigan, her Desert Sunset using the Stripes Forever pattern by Heidimarie Kaiser. Such a beautiful sweater, with an interesting shoulder detail, and Shelley added afterthought pockets. The sweater and pictures are below:
BOOKS:
Tracie and Barb both read:
PEEPS by Erin Gordon. 4 stars from Tracie, 5 stars from Barb!
Our annual Mother Bear KAL is on! Any Mother Bear that you have knit or crocheted in 2021 is eligible to post in our FO Thread. One post per bear please. Please see all the rules and participate in the Chatter Thread. #2021MBKAL2KL
Virtual get-together via Zoom on Saturdays, 12 noon PST - Details here
We are giving away 3 copies of Fredi Baker's Let's Shawl-a-Brate! pattern. Leave a comment on the prize thread telling us how you feel about putting colors together - love it, get intimidated, or always buy the kit? Thread will close August 15.
Joining us on this podcast is our friend, Eileen, better known on Ravelry as Redsknits! Eileen is a very accomplished knitter, spinner, quilter and wood Turner.
Fiddly Bits Cowl by Jana Pihota, using Tracie's handspun from fiber by Woolgatherings Polwarth/silk
We discussed the our friend Shelley's cardigan, her Desert Sunset using the Stripes Forever pattern by Heidimarie Kaiser. Such a beautiful sweater, with an interesting shoulder detail, and Shelley added afterthought pockets. The sweater and pictures are below:
BOOKS:
Tracie and Barb both read:
PEEPS by Erin Gordon. 4 stars from Tracie, 5 stars from Barb!
]]>01:04:52falsefull201264202021-09-01T00:00:51ZEpisode 229: It Looks Like a Seven-Year-Old-Girl's DreamEpisode 229: It Looks Like a Seven-Year-Old-Girl's DreamSun, 25 Jul 2021 17:04:41 +0000Recorded Thursday, July 22, 2021
Book talk begins at 25:06
Our annual Mother Bear KAL is on! Any Mother Bear that you have knit or crocheted in 2021 is eligible to post in our FO Thread. One post per bear please. Please see all the rules and participate in the Chatter Thread. #2021MBKAL2KL
Virtual get-together via Zoom on Saturdays, 12 noon PST - Details here
We are giving away 3 copies of Fredi Baker's Let's Shawl-a-Brate! pattern. Leave a comment on the prize threadtelling us how you feel about putting colors together - love it, get intimidated, or always buy the kit? Thread will close August 15.
Our annual Mother Bear KAL is on! Any Mother Bear that you have knit or crocheted in 2021 is eligible to post in our FO Thread. One post per bear please. Please see all the rules and participate in the Chatter Thread. #2021MBKAL2KL
Virtual get-together via Zoom on Saturdays, 12 noon PST - Details here
We are giving away 3 copies of Fredi Baker's Let's Shawl-a-Brate! pattern. Leave a comment on the prize thread telling us how you feel about putting colors together - love it, get intimidated, or always buy the kit? Thread will close August 15.
]]>57:13falsefull199220482021-08-01T00:00:52ZEpisode 228: The Best Ice Cream in the Whole WorldEpisode 228: The Best Ice Cream in the Whole WorldFri, 09 Jul 2021 18:28:20 +0000Recorded on July 7, 2021
Book Talk starts at 29:55
Our annual Mother Bear KAL is on! Any Mother Bear that you have knit or crocheted in 2021 is eligible to post in our FO Thread. One post per bear please. Please see all the rules and participate in the Chatter Thread. #2021MBKAL2KL
Virtual get-together via Zoom on Saturdays, 12 noon PST - Details here
We are giving away 3 copies of Fredi Baker's Let's Shawl-a-Brate! pattern. Leave a comment on the prize thread telling us how you feel about putting colors together - love it, get intimidated, or always buy the kit? Thread will close August 15.
The Capitol hat by Hinterm Stein, using Baah Platinum in the Misty colorway
Vanilla socks using Western Sky Knits Aspen Sock in the Concrete Sunset colorway
That's My Jam by Steven Fegert, using a kit bought from Learning Men Fiber Arts
She has cast on:
Koko Bean Hat by JudithMarieKnits in some rando blue yarn that I found in my bear yarn. I think it's Red Heart Super Saver that I probably picked up from a destash table.
Our annual Mother Bear KAL is on! Any Mother Bear that you have knit or crocheted in 2021 is eligible to post in our FO Thread. One post per bear please. Please see all the rules and participate in the Chatter Thread. #2021MBKAL2KL
Virtual get-together via Zoom on Saturdays, 12 noon PST - Details here
We are giving away 3 copies of Fredi Baker's Let's Shawl-a-Brate! pattern. Leave a comment on the prize thread telling us how you feel about putting colors together - love it, get intimidated, or always buy the kit? Thread will close August 15.
The Capitol hat by Hinterm Stein, using Baah Platinum in the Misty colorway
Vanilla socks using Western Sky Knits Aspen Sock in the Concrete Sunset colorway
That's My Jam by Steven Fegert, using a kit bought from Learning Men Fiber Arts
She has cast on:
Koko Bean Hat by JudithMarieKnits in some rando blue yarn that I found in my bear yarn. I think it's Red Heart Super Saver that I probably picked up from a destash table.
]]>59:15falsefull197608432021-08-01T00:00:52ZEpisode 227: Tracie's Bookapalooza!Episode 227: Tracie's Bookapalooza!Sat, 26 Jun 2021 16:50:44 +0000Recorded on June 23, 2021
Book Talk starts at: 23:40
Virtual get-together via Zoom on Saturdays, 12 noon PST - Details here
Our annual Mother Bear KAL has started!
Any Mother Bear that you have knit or crocheted in 2021 is eligible to post in our FO Thread. One post per bear please. Please see all the rules and participate in the Chatter Thread. #2021MBKAL2KL Let's turn out a record number of bears!
Tracie talked about some of her "Yarn Room" art that came from Knit Baah Purl
Barb recommended the podcast The Opportunist - she really liked Season 1, and also Season 2 which is going on now.
She also recommended the Peacock series Mr. Mercedes.
]]>Recorded on June 23, 2021
Book Talk starts at: 23:40
Virtual get-together via Zoom on Saturdays, 12 noon PST - Details here
Our annual Mother Bear KAL has started!
Any Mother Bear that you have knit or crocheted in 2021 is eligible to post in our FO Thread. One post per bear please. Please see all the rules and participate in the Chatter Thread. #2021MBKAL2KL Let's turn out a record number of bears!
Thumbs Up /Down Tracie talked about some of her "Yarn Room" art that came from Knit Baah Purl Barb recommended the podcast The Opportunist - she really liked Season 1, and also Season 2 which is going on now. She also recommended the Peacock series Mr. Mercedes.
]]>01:13:13falsefull196144522021-07-01T00:00:20ZEpisode 226: With Our Very Special Guest, Joyce VanceEpisode 226: With Our Very Special Guest, Joyce VanceWed, 09 Jun 2021 17:35:24 +0000Recorded on June 6, 2021
Book Talk starts at:
Virtual get-together via Zoom on Saturdays, 12 noon PST - Details here
Our Anything But Wool KAL has ended - 142 FOs! Good job, everyone! We will announce the prize winners in at the end of this podcast!
Our annual Mother Bear KAL has started!
Any Mother Bear that you have knit or crocheted in 2021 is eligible to post in our FO Thread. One post per bear please. Please see all the rules and participate in the Chatter Thread. #2021MBKAL2KL Let's turn out a record number of bears!
Joyce was a Federal Prosecutor for the Northern District of Alabama, nominated by President Barack Obama. She is currently a Professor of Law at the University of Alabama and an MSNBC Correspondent on legal issues. She is also an avid knitter! Barb and Tracie talk to her about a myriad of subjects including the law, her work on MSNBC, her chickens, podcasting, but most of all, her knitting. She also participates in our Thumbs Up/Thumbs Down segment.
She is one of the hosts of the podcast #SistersInLaw, in
Joyce talked about her current knitting project, her Livia Cardigan.
It was so fun to interview Joyce - please enjoy!
Tracie talked about the Blue's Clues Pride Parade video
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]]> Recorded on June 6, 2021
Book Talk starts at:
Virtual get-together via Zoom on Saturdays, 12 noon PST - Details here
Our Anything But Wool KAL has ended - 142 FOs! Good job, everyone! We will announce the prize winners in at the end of this podcast!
Our annual Mother Bear KAL has started!
Any Mother Bear that you have knit or crocheted in 2021 is eligible to post in our FO Thread. One post per bear please. Please see all the rules and participate in the Chatter Thread. #2021MBKAL2KL Let's turn out a record number of bears!
Joyce was a Federal Prosecutor for the Northern District of Alabama, nominated by President Barack Obama. She is currently a Professor of Law at the University of Alabama and an MSNBC Correspondent on legal issues. She is also an avid knitter! Barb and Tracie talk to her about a myriad of subjects including the law, her work on MSNBC, her chickens, podcasting, but most of all, her knitting. She also participates in our Thumbs Up/Thumbs Down segment. She is one of the hosts of the podcast #SistersInLaw, in addition to being a co-host of the Cafe Insider Podcast with Preet Bahara. Joyce talked about her current knitting project, her Livia Cardigan. It was so fun to interview Joyce - please enjoy! Tracie talked about the Blue's Clues Pride Parade video " />]]>01:28:36falsefull194166772021-07-01T00:00:20ZEpisode 225: Don't Look to Me for Exact FactsEpisode 225: Don't Look to Me for Exact FactsSun, 16 May 2021 17:02:44 +0000Recorded on May 12, 2021
Book Talk starts at 30:15
Virtual get-together via Zoom on Saturdays, 12 noon PST - Details here
Our Anything But Wool KAL has ended - 142 FOs! Good job, everyone! We will announce the prize winners in Episode 226.
Up next, Mother Bear KAL! The FO thread will be open June 1 -September 1, but any bear made in 2021 is eligible. Join the chatter here.
The winner of The Office project bag by Tracie is announced at the end of this episode.
Knitting
Barb finished:
Chunky Cabled Hat by by Christy Kay Morse, using Noro Furisode in 23 colorway.
Snow Day hat by Jerry Burch, using Noro Furisode in 23 colorway
Zephyr cardigan by Celia McAdam Cahill, using Malabrigo Rios in the Solis colorway.
Confetti by Veera Välimäki in Kellbourne Woolens Mojave - Sky Blue
Barb had a request from a listener to talk in detail about how she applies the grosgrain ribbon to the inside of her button bands to provide more stability. She learned the technique from this very detailed video made by the Knitmore Girls, and the photos below show Barb's own examples.
Confetti by Veera Välimäki in Kellbourne Woolens Mojave - Sky Blue
Barb had a request from a listener to talk in detail about how she applies the grosgrain ribbon to the inside of her button bands to provide more stability. She learned the technique from this very detailed video made by the Knitmore Girls, and the photos below show Barb's own examples.
]]>01:03:39false10225full191227222021-06-01T00:01:39ZEpisode 224: Tracie's Meager but Dedicated Sewing SkillsEpisode 224: Tracie's Meager but Dedicated Sewing SkillsThu, 29 Apr 2021 20:27:37 +0000Recorded on April 27, 2021
Book Talk starts at 29:49
Virtual get-together via Zoom on Saturdays, 12 noon PST - Details here
There are a few weeks left in our Anything-But-Wool KAL! From You have until May 15 to complete a project of at least 200 yards of any yarn that does not contain wool - that means cotton, linen, cashmere, silk, soy, steel, milk, corn - even acrylic! Join our very active chatter thread here, and post your FOs here.
Stay tuned to the end to find out if you won the Abington Mitts pattern by Jennifer Lassonde!
Giveaway for fans of The Office! Tracie has made an The Office-themed project bag to give away. Post in the giveaway thread telling us what your favorite episode is and why. The thread will close May 15.
Andrew of the Fruity Knits podcast has passed away due a brain tumor. The podcast was the family's only source of income, so please help if you can.
Tulip Tank Top by Purl Soho in Newton's Yarn Country Linen Tweed - Brown Barberpole. This one is a miss for a variety of reasons and has gone into the donate bag!
2 Mother Bears (230 and 231), both in Louisa Harding Mariposa
Barb finished
Alaska Hat by Camille Descoteaux, using a kit from Knit Circus
Abington Mitts by Jennifer Lassonde in Lil Weasel DK in the Porcelain colorway
Virtual get-together via Zoom on Saturdays, 12 noon PST - Details here
There are a few weeks left in our Anything-But-Wool KAL! From You have until May 15 to complete a project of at least 200 yards of any yarn that does not contain wool - that means cotton, linen, cashmere, silk, soy, steel, milk, corn - even acrylic! Join our very active chatter thread here, and post your FOs here.
Stay tuned to the end to find out if you won the Abington Mitts pattern by Jennifer Lassonde!
Giveaway for fans of The Office! Tracie has made an The Office-themed project bag to give away. Post in the giveaway thread telling us what your favorite episode is and why. The thread will close May 15.
Andrew of the Fruity Knits podcast has passed away due a brain tumor. The podcast was the family's only source of income, so please help if you can.
Tulip Tank Top by Purl Soho in Newton's Yarn Country Linen Tweed - Brown Barberpole. This one is a miss for a variety of reasons and has gone into the donate bag!
2 Mother Bears (230 and 231), both in Louisa Harding Mariposa
Barb finished
Alaska Hat by Camille Descoteaux, using a kit from Knit Circus
Abington Mitts by Jennifer Lassonde in Lil Weasel DK in the Porcelain colorway
]]>01:13:04false10224full189151762021-05-01T00:01:12ZEpisode 223: The Ending Didn't SuckEpisode 223: The Ending Didn't SuckSun, 11 Apr 2021 16:40:58 +0000Recorded on April 7, 2021
Book Talk starts at: 35:50
Virtual get-together via Zoom on Saturdays, 12 noon PST - Details here
Our Anything-But-Wool KAL is ongoing! From February 15 to May 15, knit or crochet a project of at least 200 yards of any yarn that does not contain wool - that means cotton, linen, cashmere, silk, soy, steel, milk, corn - even acrylic! Join our very active chatter thread here, and post your FOs here.
Would you like to win a copy of the Abington Mitts by BostonJen? This lovely pattern is designed for DK weight yarn and would be a beautiful addition to anyone's winter wardrobe. Post on the giveaway thread to be entered to win!
New Giveaway for fans of The Office! Tracie has made an The Office-themed project bag to give away. Post in the giveaway thread telling us what your favorite episode is and why. The thread will close May 15.
Virtual get-together via Zoom on Saturdays, 12 noon PST - Details here
Our Anything-But-Wool KAL is ongoing! From February 15 to May 15, knit or crochet a project of at least 200 yards of any yarn that does not contain wool - that means cotton, linen, cashmere, silk, soy, steel, milk, corn - even acrylic! Join our very active chatter thread here, and post your FOs here.
Would you like to win a copy of the Abington Mitts by BostonJen? This lovely pattern is designed for DK weight yarn and would be a beautiful addition to anyone's winter wardrobe. Post on the giveaway thread to be entered to win!
New Giveaway for fans of The Office! Tracie has made an The Office-themed project bag to give away. Post in the giveaway thread telling us what your favorite episode is and why. The thread will close May 15.
]]>01:05:59falsefull186801082021-05-01T00:01:12ZEpisode 222: It has TasselsEpisode 222: It has TasselsThu, 25 Mar 2021 17:49:05 +0000Book Talk starts at 41:25
Recorded March 22, 2021
Virtual get-together via Zoom on Saturdays, 12 noon PST - Details here
Our Anything-But-Wool KAL is ongoing! From February 15 to May 15, knit or crochet a project of at least 200 yards of any yarn that does not contain wool - that means cotton, linen, cashmere, silk, soy, steel, milk, corn - even acrylic! Join our very active chatter thread here, and post your FOs here.
Would you like to win a copy of the Abington Mitts by BostonJen? This lovely pattern is designed for DK weight yarn and would be a beautiful addition to anyone's winter wardrobe. Post on the giveaway thread to be entered to win!
KNITTING
Barb has finished:
Sunset Highway pullover by Caitlin Hunter, using using Brown Sheep Wildfoote Luxury Sock in the Vanilla colorway, and Cloudborn Fibers Highland Superwash Twist Sock, in the Ocean and the Magenta colorways
Vindaloo Shawl by Melissa Schoschwary, using Cloudborn Fibers Highland Worsted in the Winter Sky colorway
Mother Bear #234
Tracie has finished
Noble Hill by b. Woolens in Plucky Knitter Sophisticate in Sugar Ribbon
Virtual get-together via Zoom on Saturdays, 12 noon PST - Details here
Our Anything-But-Wool KAL is ongoing! From February 15 to May 15, knit or crochet a project of at least 200 yards of any yarn that does not contain wool - that means cotton, linen, cashmere, silk, soy, steel, milk, corn - even acrylic! Join our very active chatter thread here, and post your FOs here.
Would you like to win a copy of the Abington Mitts by BostonJen? This lovely pattern is designed for DK weight yarn and would be a beautiful addition to anyone's winter wardrobe. Post on the giveaway thread to be entered to win!
KNITTING
Barb has finished:
Sunset Highway pullover by Caitlin Hunter, using using Brown Sheep Wildfoote Luxury Sock in the Vanilla colorway, and Cloudborn Fibers Highland Superwash Twist Sock, in the Ocean and the Magenta colorways
Vindaloo Shawl by Melissa Schoschwary, using Cloudborn Fibers Highland Worsted in the Winter Sky colorway
Mother Bear #234
Tracie has finished
Noble Hill by b. Woolens in Plucky Knitter Sophisticate in Sugar Ribbon
]]>01:11:36false222full184688242021-04-01T00:00:32ZEpisode 221: My Thighs Absorb the ColdEpisode 221: My Thighs Absorb the ColdSat, 06 Mar 2021 19:57:45 +0000Recorded on March 3, 2021
Book Talk starts at 36:43
Virtual get-together via Zoom on Saturdays, 12 noon PST - Details here
Announcing our Anything-But-Wool KAL! From February 15 to May 15, knit or crochet a project of at least 200 yards of any yarn that does not contain wool - that means cotton, linen, cashmere, silk, soy, steel, milk, corn - even acrylic! Join our very active chatter thread here, and post your FOs here.
Our friend Fredi Baker has released the latest pattern in her one-skein shawl series! The One Splendid Shawl is now available on Ravelry, and we have 3 copies to giveaway. Post here to be entered to win.
Would you like to win a copy of the Abington Mitts by BostonJen? This lovely pattern is designed for DK weight yarn and would be a beautiful addition to anyone's winter wardrobe. Post on the giveaway thread to be entered to win!
KNITTING
Barb has finished
Hearten Cowl by Helen Stewart, using random mini skeins and Knit Picks Palette from my stash
Heart Scarf by Jacques Cartier Clothiers, using 100% Quiviut (217 yds. Lace weight) in a deep purple/blue color
Tracie has finished
Table runner in my handspun (Chameleon Fiber Co Merino/Silk)
Cannon Bandana by Adventure du Jour Designs in Louisa Harding Mulberry Hand Beaded in the Rocket colorway
Virtual get-together via Zoom on Saturdays, 12 noon PST - Details here
Announcing our Anything-But-Wool KAL! From February 15 to May 15, knit or crochet a project of at least 200 yards of any yarn that does not contain wool - that means cotton, linen, cashmere, silk, soy, steel, milk, corn - even acrylic! Join our very active chatter thread here, and post your FOs here.
Our friend Fredi Baker has released the latest pattern in her one-skein shawl series! The One Splendid Shawl is now available on Ravelry, and we have 3 copies to giveaway. Post here to be entered to win.
Would you like to win a copy of the Abington Mitts by BostonJen? This lovely pattern is designed for DK weight yarn and would be a beautiful addition to anyone's winter wardrobe. Post on the giveaway thread to be entered to win!
KNITTING
Barb has finished
Hearten Cowl by Helen Stewart, using random mini skeins and Knit Picks Palette from my stash
Heart Scarf by Jacques Cartier Clothiers, using 100% Quiviut (217 yds. Lace weight) in a deep purple/blue color
Tracie has finished
Table runner in my handspun (Chameleon Fiber Co Merino/Silk)
Cannon Bandana by Adventure du Jour Designs in Louisa Harding Mulberry Hand Beaded in the Rocket colorway
]]>01:10:28false10221full182149972021-04-01T00:00:32ZEpisode 220: That Is Not A RecommendationEpisode 220: That Is Not A RecommendationWed, 17 Feb 2021 17:46:41 +0000Recorded on February 15, 2021
Book talk starts at 25:00
Virtual get-together via Zoom on Saturdays, 12 noon PST - Details here
Announcing our Anything-But-Wool KAL! From February 15 to May 15, knit or crochet a project of at least 200 yards of any yarn that does not contain wool - that means cotton, linen, cashmere, silk, soy, steel, milk, corn - even acrylic! The chatter thread has opened here.
Katy H. Carroll aka Katinka Designs will be hosting a KAL for her cowl designs! Use the promo code COWLABUNGA to receive 50% off any of her cowl designs for the next few weeks, and then plan to knit along in March. Check out Katy's cowl designs here, and look for details in her Ravelry group here.
Our friend Fredi Baker has released the latest pattern in her one-skein shawl series! The One Splendid Shawl is now available on Ravelry, and we have 3 copies to giveaway. Post here to be entered to win.
Tracie recommends the Easy View Anti-fog Cloth - it really works to keep your glasses from fogging up when you wear a mask!
]]>Recorded on February 15, 2021
Book talk starts at 25:00
Virtual get-together via Zoom on Saturdays, 12 noon PST - Details here
Announcing our Anything-But-Wool KAL! From February 15 to May 15, knit or crochet a project of at least 200 yards of any yarn that does not contain wool - that means cotton, linen, cashmere, silk, soy, steel, milk, corn - even acrylic! The chatter thread has opened here. Katy H. Carroll aka Katinka Designs will be hosting a KAL for her cowl designs! Use the promo code COWLABUNGA to receive 50% off any of her cowl designs for the next few weeks, and then plan to knit along in March. Check out Katy's cowl designs here, and look for details in her Ravelry group here. Our friend Fredi Baker has released the latest pattern in her one-skein shawl series! The One Splendid Shawl is now available on Ravelry, and we have 3 copies to giveaway. Post here to be entered to win.
Tracie recommends the Easy View Anti-fog Cloth - it really works to keep your glasses from fogging up when you wear a mask!]]>01:10:20falsefull179857702021-03-01T00:01:44ZEpisode 219: Who are We to Say No Cashmere?Episode 219: Who are We to Say No Cashmere?Sun, 31 Jan 2021 20:17:02 +0000Recorded on January 28, 2021
Book Talk starts at 23:29
Virtual get-together via Zoom on Saturdays, 12 noon PST - Details here
Our Fall Sweater KAL has ended - listen to the end of the episode to find out if you are a prize winner!
Announcing our Anything-But-Wool KAL! From February 15 to May 15, knit or crochet a project of at least 200 yards of any yarn that does not contain wool - that means cotton, linen, cashmere, silk, soy, steel, milk, corn - even acrylic! The chatter thread has opened here.
Virtual get-together via Zoom on Saturdays, 12 noon PST - Details here
Our Fall Sweater KAL has ended - listen to the end of the episode to find out if you are a prize winner!
Announcing our Anything-But-Wool KAL! From February 15 to May 15, knit or crochet a project of at least 200 yards of any yarn that does not contain wool - that means cotton, linen, cashmere, silk, soy, steel, milk, corn - even acrylic! The chatter thread has opened here.
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