Wed, 27 February 2019
Thank you for tuning in to Episode 156 of the Down Cellar Studio Podcast. Check out full show notes at www.downcellarstudio.com/156 This week's segments included: - Off the Needles
- On the Needles
- Brainstorming
- From the Armchair
- KAL News
- Events
- Contest, News & Notes
- On a Happy Note
- Quote of the Week
Off the Needles Finished Ice Time Hat and Cowl since I last spoke to you. I shared a peek on Instagram to solicit test knitters. Thank you for the overwhelming response! Thank you to Legacy Fiber Artz for the gorgeous yarn! On the Needles - I am working on a new DK weight triangular shawl design. Nearly done!
- Yarn: Suburban Stitcher DK in the Predictability colorway!
Brainstorming -
Planning to knit another of the DK shawls I am knitting now for my BFF -
Need to check gift bin to see if I have socks to gift. -
Need to listen back to see if Garret put in a request for his birthday. I think he wants a sweater... that will have to wait for Christmas! From the Armchair Things I'm enjoying online: KAL News Slay the Stash 2019 -
Each month you can declare a skein of yarn to knit/crochet/weave to its very end. Let’s use up those older special skeins (purchased before 2019) - and maybe win a new beautiful skein of yarn from one of our sponsors along the way! -
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Use and follow #slaythestash2019 on Social Media Slay the Stash Sponsor List- 2019 Events Contest, News & Notes On a Happy Note -
My brother texted me a photo of him wearing his Ice Time Hat when he opened it! -
Valentine’s Day- not usually a holiday we celebrate. But this year we did and it was so much fun! -
Hattie’s 1 year photos! -
Dinner and Movie with my cousin Jenny- The Upside. -
Daytona 500 Party! -
Monday off for President’s Day- the perfect SNOW! -
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Millie's birthday sleepover! Quote of the Week Between stimulus and response, there is a space. In that space is our power to choose our response. – Viktor Frankl Bonus Audio from Millie ------ Thank you for tuning in!
Direct download: Episode_156_-_22519_8.20_PM.mp3
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Wed, 13 February 2019
Thank you for tuning in to Episode 155 of the Down Cellar Studio Podcast. For full show notes including photos, please check out my website: www.downcellarstudio.com/155 This week's segments included: - Off the Needles
- On the Needles
- Brainstorming
- From the Armchair
- Crafty Adventures
- KAL News
- Events
- Contest, News & Notes
- Life in Focus
- Ask Me Anything
- On a Happy Note
- Quote of the Week
Off the Needles -
Pattern: Kaiya Mei by Jamie Hoffman (free knitting pattern) -
Needles: US 4 (3.5 mm) and US 6 (4.0 mm) -
Yarn: Worsted weight leftovers. -
Hat #1- baby girl hat using solid purple and speckled red/blue from Sunsoaked yarn -
Hat #2- baby boy hat using worsted weight scraps- navy and white. Colorwork patterns from Tin Can Knits Strange Brew ebook. -
Pattern: Confection Baby Shrug by Tonya Wagner (free knit pattern) -
Needles: US 8 (5 mm) for the body and US 7 (4.5 mm) for the ribbing -
Yarn: Knit Picks Felici Worsted in the Surfs Up Colorway On the Needles -
Pattern: OMG Heel by Megan Williams -
Needles: US 1.5 (2.5mm) -
Yarn: Yoshi & Lucy, Isabel Base in the Commissioner color way (gray with blue flecks) -
Pattern: Worsted Boxy by Joji Locatelli -
Needles: US 7 (4.5mm) and US 8 (5.0 mm) -
Yarn: Holly Press Fibers - Sheepish (fingering weight) base in colorways: Flower Petal, Rambler in the Wilderness & Seeking You & 3 skeins from stash - Holding fingering weight double.
Brainstorming From the Armchair -
I reviewed the book Finish by Jon Acuff Crafty Adventures I made a birthday hat for my niece Hattie. A quick and satisfying project! KAL News Slay the Stash 2019 -
Each month you can declare a skein of yarn to knit/crochet/weave to its very end. Let’s use up those older special skeins (purchased before 2019) - and maybe win a new beautiful skein of yarn from one of our sponsors along the way! -
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Use and follow #slaythestash2019 on Social Media -
Slay the Stash Sponsor List- 2019 - We wrapped up the Pigskin Party on February 4th. Grand Prizes will be announced on Episode 156.
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- Tune in to hear if you won a January participation prize.
Special Thank You to this season's Pro Shop Sponsors Events Contest, News & Notes Life in Focus I reviewed my January goals, progress, and what's working well for me in achieving my goals for the year! Ask Me Anything Suzanne emailed to ask "I would be interested in hearing you discuss why you prefer to use Evernote over the Notes app in the iPhone and how you shifted from one to the other. I use the Notes app by default but have been hearing more about Evernote. What are the pros and cons? Do you have any tips if I want to transition? Thank you for being a great knitting friend. " On a Happy Note -
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I did a massive clean out of the studio. -
We bought a new fridge and finally have an ice maker for first time in 10 years. -
I met up with my friend Robb hadn’t seen in awhile. We went to a jazz class together! -
I got over the nasty cold/cough that’s going around in about a week. Seems like a record -
We had our friends' daughters- Carina and Ella- for a sleepover. We had fun painting, building forts with the rubber puzzle piece floor mats. We watched a movie, ate Dan's snowflake pancakes and had a blast! -
Mom’s birthday & Hattie’s first birthday- celebrated last weekend! Quote of the Week “Reviewing your past is one of the best ways to understand who you really are and how you’ll work best on a goal. Keep in mind that perfectionism can’t stand self-awareness. If you’re self-aware, you’re more likely to know and accept your limitations, which means you won’t fall for the promise of a perfect performance.” ------ Thank you for tuning in!
Direct download: Episode_155_-_2_14_19_8.50_AM.mp3
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Mon, 28 January 2019
Thank you for tuning in to Episode 154 of the Down Cellar Studio Podcast. This week's segments included: - Off the Needles
- On the Needles
- Brainstorming
- From the Armchair
- In My Travels
- Knitting in Passing
- KAL News
- Events
- Contest, News & Notes
- On a Happy Note
- Quote of the Week
Tune in at the end to hear some audio from my nieces and nephew- Riley, Garret + Millie. Off the Needles -
Yarn: Knit Picks Wool of the Andes Worsted Superwash in Solstice Heather Colorway -
Needles: US 7 & US 8 -
Pattern: Worsted Boxy by Joji Locatelli -
Cast on for XS small size- 19 inches below arms. Used approximately 1100 yards -
I did a split hem modification. Details can be found in my project page. On the Needles -
Pattern: Confection Baby Shrug by Tonya Wagner (free knit pattern) -
Needles: US 8 (5 mm) for the body and US 7 (4.5 mm) for the ribbing) -
Yarn: Knit Picks Felici Worsted in the Surfs Up Colorway (stripes in all blues and purples) Brainstorming I was initially brainstorming this toy: But after talking with Millie it seems she'd rather an Elsa or Olaf doll instead. From the Armchair Race in the knitting community has been a huge topic of conversation on social media lately. In this segment I shared some thoughts about how I'm trying to expand my horizons to be a better informed, more sensitive person. I hope you know that you are ALL welcome here in the Down Cellar Studio Podcast Community. An interesting conversation to listen to is on Oprah's Super Soul Conversations Podcast. In December they did a 2 part episode with Gabrielle Union and Dwyane Wade. Check it out here: Part 1 & Part 2 Knitting In Passing In My Travels I shared some details from my recent trip to New York City. Some links to things I mentioned: KAL News Slay the Stash 2019 -
Each month you can declare a skein of yarn to knit/crochet/weave to its very end. Let’s use up those older special skeins (purchased before 2019) - and maybe win a new beautiful skein of yarn from one of our sponsors along the way! -
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Use and follow #slaythestash2019 on Social Media Slay the Stash Sponsor List- 2019 -
Wondering what this crazy KAL is? Check out this page which gives you the best overview with all necessary links. There’s also a helpful “ Start Here” Thread in the Ravelry Group -
Check out the Rules but if you still have questions, come over to the Questions thread and ask. We’re happy to help. -
Put your Name on the Roster then claim your spot in the End Zone Dance Thread where you’ll track your points. Continue to update your post with all of the points you earn during the KAL -
For every 100 points, you’ll earn an entry into the drawing for the Grand Prizes -
Check out our amazing Sponsors ;if you use their products, you’ll earn more points per FO -
Some of our Pro Shop Level Sponsors will be creating exclusive items for Pigskin Party participants. They may come out at different times and will likely be limited in quantities, so keep your eyes on this Exclusive Items thread in the group for all the latest news -
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Don’t forget to use #DCSPigskinParty18 on Instagram so we check out what you’re doing and you can be eligible for participation prizes. Events Contest, News & Notes - The Box o Balls Mini Skein Swap is going around after some postal delays. If you want to participate (even if you already signed up) come back to the thread to re-confirm.
- Thank you for all of your support for my first pattern release of the year- the Go with the Flo shawl! The Cast On Party was so much fun! check out #gowiththefloshawl on Instagram to see some fun versions that have been cast on.
- Thanks to everyone who responded to the call for Test knitters for my upcoming Tan House Brook hat! Testing is going well. If you're interested in test knitting for me in the future, feel free to PM me and I'll keep you posted.
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I went to see Mary Poppins Returns in theaters. It was delightful. -
We had my nieces and nephews for a sleepover. My 10 year old niece Riley cast on and began knitting on cowl and became quickly obsessed! -
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Free week at gym! I ended up joining with a 10 class per month option! -
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January purge feels good!! Quote of the Week Thinking and doing, doing and thinking--these are the sum of all wisdom. Both must move ever onward in life, to and fro, like breathing in and breathing out. Whoever makes it a rule to test action by thought, thought by action, cannot falter, and if he does, will soon find his way back to the right road. —Johann Wolfgang Von Goethe -------------- Thank you for tuning in!
Direct download: Episode_154_-_12819_6.40_PM.mp3
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Tue, 15 January 2019
This week's segments included: - Off the Needles
- On the Needles
- From the Armchair
- KAL News
- Events
- Contest, News & Notes
- Life in Focus
- On a Happy Note
- Quote of the Week
Off the Needles I've been working on some design knitting- a worsted weight Tan House Brook hat! Can't wait to share more details soon. On the Needles -
Yarn: Cloudborn Wool Worsted Twist Colorway 27-003 (charcoal gray) -
Needles: US 5 (3.75mm) & 7 (4.5mm) -
Pattern: Raw Honey by Alicia Plummer $4.00 US (knit pattern) -
Pattern: Lalylala 4seasons Halloween by Lydia Tresselt- 3 pattern combo, Diego-sugar skull, Frank- Frankenstein monster (already made), Brian is a Zombie with brain exposed (haven't made) -
Yarn: leftover worsted weight yarn -
Hook: B (2.25 mm) -
Cast on for Oisin before Christmas and completely forgot about it! From the Armchair 84 FOs 23 pairs of socks 17 stuffed animals 10 shawls 6 hats ( 6 dishcloths 5 sweaters 4 blankets 3 Christmas Stockings 3 baby toys 2 pairs baby sandals 5 other 40 knit versus 44 crochet 19 things for me (same as 2017) 2018 Podcast/Knit Life in Review- Tune in to hear more - 24 episodes
- Attended Vogue Knitting Live NYC & Rhinebeck
- Designed + published 2 new patterns:
- Hosted 3 awesome KALs: Slay the Stash, Splash Pad & Pigskin Party
- Had a lot of fun with some other craft projects (detailed on the show)
KAL News Slay the Stash 2019 -
Each month you can declare a skein of yarn to knit/crochet/weave to its very end. Let’s use up those older special skeins (purchased before 2019) - and maybe win a new beautiful skein of yarn from one of our sponsors along the way! - Official Rules for 2019
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Use and follow #slaythestash2019 on Social Media Slay the Stash Sponsor List- 2019 -
Wondering what this crazy KAL is? Check out this page which gives you the best overview with all necessary links. There’s also a helpful “ Start Here” Thread in the Ravelry Group -
Check out the Rules but if you still have questions, come over to the Questions thread and ask. We’re happy to help. -
Put your Name on the Roster then claim your spot in the End Zone Dance Thread where you’ll track your points. Continue to update your post with all of the points you earn during the KAL -
For every 100 points, you’ll earn an entry into the drawing for the Grand Prizes -
Check out our amazing Sponsors ; if you use their products, you’ll earn more points per FO -
Some of our Pro Shop Level Sponsors will be creating exclusive items for Pigskin Party participants. They may come out at different times and will likely be limited in quantities, so keep your eyes on this Exclusive Items thread in the group for all the latest news -
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Don’t forget to use #DCSPigskinParty18 on Instagram so we check out what you’re doing and you can be eligible for participation prizes. In this Episode: - Check out Exclusive item thread!- something you like? get it now. After Super bowl wont' be available for 6 months.
- Tune in to see if you won a December participation or Interception prize
- WIPs Interception- details can be found here. If you have any questions, please post in the Questions Thread.
Events Events in/around New England (or within driving distance) that you may want to check out. Contest, News & Notes News: Please check out my first knitting pattern of 2019! Go with the Flo Life in Focus -
I talk more about my 2019 plans, 2 major goals, and the habits I'll be employing to help me get there. -
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Your past is your teacher not your fortune teller (what can you learn from previous attempts, failures etc) -
What can/what do I need to cut out? We often need to prioritize our goal over other less important things. Get clear about that up front. - Think ahead to what challenges you'll face and think about how to get around that.
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Make a list of my fears. Writing them down helps! - Be ok with failure. Learn from it and move on. If I miss one day or one workout or one healthy meal, get right back on track at the next possible opportunity. "Growth is not in perfection, but in quickening your recovery time when you inevitably act contrary to your highest interests." – Neil Strauss
- How I Track Progress
On a Happy Note -
Had a lovely visit with my dear friend Laura over the New Year's Holiday weekend -
Watching: The Affair, Season 4. Escape at Dannemore. The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, Leah Remini; Scientology the Aftermath, Ray Donovan. The Mule (in theater) - Purging and clean out after the holidays!
- New workout area I set up in the cellar!
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Tree still up! Quote of the Week Nothing in this world can take the place of persistence. Talent will not; nothing is more common than unsuccessful men with talent. Genius will not; unrewarded genius is almost a proverb. Education will not; the world is full of educated derelicts. Persistence and determination alone are omnipotent. The slogan Press On! has solved and always will solve the problems of the human race. – Calvin Coolidge ------ Thank you for tuning in. If you have a moment to leave a review on Apple Podcasts, I'd greatly appreciate it. I can be found on Ravelry as BostonJen and I'd love it if you came over to join our lively and engaged Down Cellar Studio Ravelry Group. Check me out on Instagram at BostonJen1 if you want to see what I'm up to between episodes. For website: Thank you for tuning in!
Direct download: Episode_153_-_11019_6.41_PM.mp3
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Fri, 28 December 2018
This week's segments included: - Off the Needles
- On the Needles
- Brainstorming
- Crafty Adventures
- KAL News
- Life in Focus
- On a Happy Note
- Quote of the Week
Off the Needles -
Yarn: Berrocco Vintage in the Dungaree Colorway -
Needles: US 5 (3.75 mm) and US 7 (4.5 mm) -
Pattern: Turn a Square Hat by Jared Flood On the Needles Brainstorming Crafty Adventures Mom and I (mostly Mom) made a fascinator for a wedding I was attending. KAL News Slay the Stash 2018 Slay the Stash Sponsor List- 2019 -
Wondering what this crazy KAL is? Check out this page which gives you the best overview with all necessary links. There’s also a helpful “ Start Here” Thread in the Ravelry Group -
Check out the Rulesbut if you still have questions, come over to the Questions threadand ask. We’re happy to help. -
Put your Name on the Roster then claim your spot in the End Zone Dance Threadwhere you’ll track your points. Continue to update your post with all of the points you earn during the KAL -
For every 100 points, you’ll earn an entry into the drawing for the Grand Prizes -
Check out our amazing Sponsors ;if you use their products, you’ll earn more points per FO -
Some of our Pro Shop Level Sponsors will be creating exclusive items for Pigskin Party participants. They may come out at different times and will likely be limited in quantities, so keep your eyes on this Exclusive Items thread in the group for all the latest news -
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Don’t forget to use #DCSPigskinParty18 on Instagram so we check out what you’re doing and you can be eligible for participation prizes. - Don't forget about the December Interception: Craft a Team- sponsored byImagined Landscapes for Sponsoring.
Life in Focus - Tune in to hear my review of my 18 in 2018 project
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Habits + improvements I've incorporated I will talk more about 2019 Planning in the next episode. On a Happy Note - Met my friends for knitting, chatting and dinner!
Quote of the Week Whence all this hurry to arrive at a state? Are you not already face-to-face with the eternal mystery? Take it easy for a while; just watch the snow falling or the kettle boiling, and not so much hurry. – Alan Watts ------ Thank you for tuning in!
Direct download: Episode_152_-_122818_11.22_AM.mp3
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Sat, 15 December 2018
This week's segments included: - Off the Needles
- On the Needles
- Crafty Adventures
- Brainstorming
- From the Armchair
- Knitting in Passing
- KAL News
- Contest, News & Notes
- Life in Focus
- On a Happy Note
- Quote of the Week
Off the Needles - Hook: J
- Yarn: worsted held with fingering
- Pattern: in Ravelry notes
Goes with the TittensI made in 2015 -
Pattern:Turn a Square Hat -
Yarn: Leading Men Fiber Arts -
Needles: US 5 & 7 -
Cast on 96. 6.5 inches before decrease for the crown On the Needles Crafty Adventures I talked about mending Mom's fingerless mitts. Click here for the link to original project page. Clearly these have been well loved since 2012! Brainstorming - Fingerless Mitts for mom (clearly she needs another pair)
- Another toy for Will
- Knit Picks Felici for socks for Dan
From the Armchair Jen: KAL News Slay the Stash 2018 Slay the Stash 2018: Sponsor List Slay the Stash Sponsor List- 2019 -
Wondering what this crazy KAL is? Check out this page which gives you the best overview with all necessary links. There’s also a helpful “ Start Here” Thread in the Ravelry Group -
Check out the Rulesbut if you still have questions, come over to the Questions threadand ask. We’re happy to help. -
Put your Name on the Roster then claim your spot in the End Zone Dance Threadwhere you’ll track your points. Continue to update your post with all of the points you earn during the KAL -
For every 100 points, you’ll earn an entry into the drawing for the Grand Prizes -
Check out our amazing Sponsors ;if you use their products, you’ll earn more points per FO -
Some of our Pro Shop Level Sponsors will be creating exclusive items for Pigskin Party participants. They may come out at different times and will likely be limited in quantities, so keep your eyes on this Exclusive Items thread in the group for all the latest news -
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Don’t forget to use #DCSPigskinParty18 on Instagram so we check out what you’re doing and you can be eligible for participation prizes. In This Episode: Contest, News & Notes Tune in to see if you won the Riley Rose Cowl Contest. Life in Focus Mom and I talked about reviewing 2018 and some ideas for focusing and shaping 2019 by getting better systems in place. On a Happy Note -
Celebrating Dan’s Birthday -
Funky nutcracker - featuring my niece Emelyn -
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My friend Laura coming to visit after Christmas!! Quote of the Week When we ask for advice, we are usually looking for an accomplice. -Marquis de la Grange (1639 - 1692) ------ Thank you for tuning in!
Direct download: Episode_151_-_121518_5.12_PM.mp3
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Thu, 29 November 2018
Thank you for tuning in to Episode 150 of the Down Cellar Studio Podcast. This week's segments included: - Off the Needles
- On the Needles
- Brainstorming
- From the Armchair
- Crafty Adventures
- Knitting in Passing
- KAL News
- Events
- Contest, News & Notes
- Life in Focus
- Ask Me Anything
- On a Happy Note
- Quote of the Week
Off the Needles -
Patterns: My First Babies Little Boy Blue Amigurumi Dress Up Doll Football Player Accessories + My First Babies Amigurumi Dolls pattern by Michelle Kovach (patterns each $1) -
Hook: US C (2.75mm) -
Yarn: DK/worsted from stash On the Needles Brainstorming - Diego for my nephew Oisin
- Flora the Fawn for my niece Aila
- A hat for my Dad
- A stuffy for my niece Millie (maybe an elephant?)
- Something for my 10 month old niece Hattie
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Bear Brook podcast from New Hampshire Public Radio (true crime) -
Gladiator podcast from Wondery (Aaron Hernandez, football and concussion syndrome) -
Crafty Adventures Emelyn wanted to make gifts for her friends. Channel called Crafty on Snapchat. Series of episodes of instructional videos Aila painted ornaments and paintings for family! There are so many cool how to draw videos on YouTube Knitting in Passing - Meeting up with Ramona, Lisa, Jillian, Anne and Sarah in Somerville for dinner after work.
- Dinner with Lauren and Ryan at Lolita in Boston. Delicious wine and tacos tapas! Cold night. First snow. Warm friends and lots of laughs.
KAL News Slay the Stash 2018 Slay the Stash 2018: Sponsor List Slay the Stash Sponsor List- 2019 Rules and the 2019 will be posted in December -
Wondering what this crazy KAL is? Check out this page which gives you the best overview with all necessary links. There’s also a helpful “Start Here” Thread in the Ravelry Group -
Check out the Rulesbut if you still have questions, come over to the Questions threadand ask. We’re happy to help. -
Put your Name on the Roster then claim your spot in the End Zone Dance Threadwhere you’ll track your points. Continue to update your post with all of the points you earn during the KAL -
For every 100 points, you’ll earn an entry into the drawing for the Grand Prizes -
Check out our amazing Sponsors;if you use their products, you’ll earn more points per FO -
Some of our Pro Shop Level Sponsors will be creating exclusive items for Pigskin Party participants. They may come out at different times and will likely be limited in quantities, so keep your eyes on this Exclusive Items thread in the group for all the latest news -
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Don’t forget to use #DCSPigskinParty18 on Instagram so we check out what you’re doing and you can be eligible for participation prizes. Events If you haven't already- check out the Indie Designer Gift-Along on Ravelry! I am participating this year as a designer. Join the KAL using one of my patterns (or any of those of the other 300+ designers) and enter to win prizes. Contest, News & Notes Life in Focus I've been doing a daily yoga and meditation challenge this month and loving it! On a Happy Note Quote of the Week “Ask yourself throughout the day, “what do I need to do in this moment to take care of myself?” If you can be aware of what legitimate needs and wants you’re not attending to, and then take actions to meet them on your own – or ask your partner for help if you can’t – that is the road to happiness.” – Neil Strauss ------ Thank you for tuning in!
Direct download: Episode_150_-_112918_6.55_PM.mp3
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Mon, 12 November 2018
Bonus audio from the nieces and nephews at the end! This week's segments included: - Off the Needles
- On the Needles
- Brainstorming
- From the Armchair
- KAL News
- Contest, News & Notes
- Life in Focus
- On a Happy Note
- Quote of the Week
Off the Needles On the Needles Brainstorming Patterns saw at Rhinebeck that I’ve favorited: From the Armchair -
Tune in to hear my review of Tin Can Knits' latest ebook Strange Brew: $22 on Ravelry. -
KAL News Slay the Stash 2018 Slay the Stash 2018: Sponsor List -
Wondering what this crazy KAL is? Check out this page which gives you the best overview with all necessary links. There’s also a helpful “ Start Here” Thread in the Ravelry Group -
Check out the Rules but if you still have questions, come over to the Questions thread and ask. We’re happy to help. -
Put your Name on the Roster then claim your spot in the End Zone Dance Thread where you’ll track your points. Continue to update your post with all of the points you earn during the KAL -
For every 100 points, you’ll earn an entry into the drawing for the Grand Prizes -
Check out our amazing Sponsors ; if you use their products, you’ll earn more points per FO -
Some of our Pro Shop Level Sponsors will be creating exclusive items for Pigskin Party participants. They may come out at different times and will likely be limited in quantities, so keep your eyes on this Exclusive Items thread in the group for all the latest news -
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Don’t forget to use #DCSPigskinParty18 on Instagram so we check out what you’re doing and you can be eligible for participation prizes. In this episode: Tune in to hear - If you won an October Participation Prize or an Interception Prize
- Details about the 10 Grand Prize Packs!
Contest, News & Notes Life in Focus - I've challenged myself to doing Yoga & Meditation every day in November and am thoroughly enjoying it!
- I moved the social media apps on my phone to the third page. I think it's helping my productivity.
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Halloween- Trick or Treating with Oisin and Hattie -
Going to see my niece Aila perform in Annie -
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Going to see Assassins, the musical! Quote of the Week If your plan is for one year, plant rice. If your plan is for ten years, plant trees. If your plan is for one hundred years, educate children.” – Confucius ------ Thank you for tuning in!
Direct download: Episode_149_-_111218_5.45_PM.mp3
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Sun, 28 October 2018
This week's segments included: - Off the Needles
- On the Needles
- In my Travels
- KAL News
- Events
- On a Happy Note
- Quote of the Week
Off the Needles - Pattern: The Weekender by Andrea Mowry (Knitting $7 pattern)
- Yarn: Yarn Geek Fibers Whiz Bang (60% Merino, 40% Rayon from Bamboo- worsted)
- Needles: US 5 (3.75 mm) for cast on, US 6 (4.0 mm) for ribbing, US 7 (4.5 mm) for the body
- Pattern: Belle the Butterfly $4 pattern from Theresascrochetshop on Etsy
- Hook: C
- Yarn: leftover worsted weight yarn scraps from stash
- Yarn: leftover worsted weight yarns
- Hook: C
- Pattern: Cuddle Bunny Mini by Emmy Faranda ($2.99 downloadable crochet pattern)
- Learned new invisible decrease technique. Check it out here. Working through front loop only. Works well.
On the Needles - Patterns by Megan Kreiner: Winnie the Pooh Crochet Book/Kit
- Hook: C
- Yarn: worsted weight yarn from kit
- Piglet- made all pieces. Didn’t have eyes. Need to stuff and sew up
- Pattern: none
- Yarn: Knitters Brewing Company Sock-a-holic II
- Needles: US 1.5 (2.5 mm)
- Great conference knitting. Basically 2 15 inch leg warmers. One is ready for bind off. Second one is in the ribbing on second leg. Need to make 48 stitch shortie socks with 8 inch feet to go with.
- Two legs done. Pink sick cast on.
- Pattern: TBD
- Yarn: Fibernymph Dye Works Traveler (sport weight) in the Summertime Blues Colorway + Patons Kroy Solids (Red)
- Needles: US 2 (2.75mm)
- Yarn: Lavender Lune- full skein + a mini set
- Needles: US 8 (5.0 mm)
- Pattern: TBD- basic garter stitch asymmetrical triangular shawl.
In My Travels Tune in to hear my Rhinebeck Recap with Mom! KAL News Slay the Stash 2018 - Each month you can declare a skein of yarn to knit/crochet/weave to its very end. Let’s use up those older special skeins that are soooo pretty we don’t want to touch them. In 2018, we are turning those sacred skeins into beautiful projects you can enjoy-- and maybe win a new beautiful skein of yarn from one of our sponsors along the way! Full details and rules can be found here.
- October 2018 Post
- Use and follow #slaythestash2018 on Social Media
Slay the Stash 2018: Sponsor List - Wondering what this crazy KAL is? Check out this page which gives you the best overview with all necessary links. There’s also a helpful “Start Here” Thread in the Ravelry Group
- Check out the Rules but if you still have questions, come over to the Questions thread and ask. We’re happy to help.
- Put your Name on the Roster then claim your spot in the End Zone Dance Thread where you’ll track your points. Continue to update your post with all of the points you earn during the KAL
- For every 100 points, you’ll earn an entry into the drawing for the Grand Prizes
- Check out our amazing Sponsors; if you use their products, you’ll earn more points per FO
- Some of our Pro Shop Level Sponsors will be creating exclusive items for Pigskin Party participants. They may come out at different times and will likely be limited in quantities, so keep your eyes on this Exclusive Items thread in the group for all the latest news
- Scope out the prizes! Some will be given out during the KAL; some will be part of the Grand Prizes.
- Don’t forget to use #DCSPigskinParty18 on Instagram so we check out what you’re doing and you can be eligible for participation prizes.
Pro Shop Sponsors -Score 8 points for using a Pro Shop Sponsor Product in your FO- Field Sponsors -Score 4 points for using a Field Sponsor Product in your FO- Details Discussed on This Episode: Events On a Happy Note - My big work project going well
- Taking my nephew Oisin to Treat or Treat at my Nana’s Assisted Living Facility
Quote of the Week The cost of your good habits are in the present. The costs of your bad habits are in the future." James Clear from Atomic Habits ------
Direct download: Episode_148_-_102818_4.01_PM.mp3
Category: general
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Sun, 14 October 2018
Thank you for tuning in to Episode 147 of the Down Cellar Studio Podcast. Full show notes including photos can be found on my website. This week's segments included: - Off the Needles
- On the Needles
- Brainstorming
- From the Armchair
- Crafty Adventures
- Knitting in Passing
- In my Travels
- KAL News
- Events
- Life in Focus
- On a Happy Note
- Quote of the Week
Off the Needles - Pattern: Belle the Butterfly $4 pattern from Theresascrochetshopon Etsy
- Hook: C
- Yarn: leftover Worsted Weight yarn scraps from stash
On the Needles - Pattern: The Weekender by Andrea Mowry (Knitting $7 pattern)
- Yarn: Yarn Geek Fibers Whiz Bang (60% Merino, 40% Rayon from Bamboo- worsted)
- Needles: US 5 (3.75 mm) for cast on, US 6 (4.0 mm) for ribbing, US 7 (4.5 mm) for the body
- Pattern: Belle the Butterfly $4 pattern from Theresascrochetshopon Etsy
- Hook: C
- Yarn: leftover Worsted Weight yarn scraps from stash
- Yarn: Sock blank by AndreSue Knits
- US 1 (2.25mm)
- Pattern: Non-Euclidian heel by Sarah Jordan
- Pattern: none
- Yarn: Knitters Brewing Company Sock-a-holic II
- Needles: US 1.5 (2.5 mm)
- Pattern: TBD
- Yarn: Fibernymph Dye Works Traveler (sport weight) in the Summertime Blues Colorway + Patons Kroy Solids (Red)
- Needles: US 2 (2.75mm)
- Yarn: Patons Kroy
- Needles: US 1.5 (2.5 mm)
- Pattern: OMG
- Well past heel of first sock. Christmas gift in the works
Brainstorming From the Armchair The Dream: podcast about MLM- multi-level marketing Crafty Adventures - Finished Week in the Life 2017 album. Unexpected free day. No apple picking.
- Photos of Hattie 8 months.
Knitting in Passing - Construction worker commenting that sweater knitting seemed a great way to pass the commute
- Helping Oisín get his knitting groove back on Thursday.
- Wearing my shawls and using #ravelry to get photo into Ravelry project page easily.
In My Travels Sarasota, Venice and Largo Florida KAL News Slay the Stash 2018 - Each month you can declare a skein of yarn to knit/crochet/weave to its very end. Let’s use up those older special skeins that are soooo pretty we don’t want to touch them. In 2018, we are turning those sacred skeins into beautiful projects you can enjoy-- and maybe win a new beautiful skein of yarn from one of our sponsors along the way! Full details and rules can be found here.
- October 2018 Post
- September winner announced
- Use and follow #slaythestash2018 on Social Media
Slay the Stash 2018: Sponsor List - Wondering what this crazy KAL is? Check out this page which gives you the best overview with all necessary links. There’s also a helpful “Start Here” Thread in the Ravelry Group
- Check out the Rulesbut if you still have questions, come over to the Questions threadand ask. We’re happy to help.
- Put your Name on the Roster then claim your spot in the End Zone Dance Threadwhere you’ll track your points. Continue to update your post with all of the points you earn during the KAL
- For every 100 points, you’ll earn an entry into the drawing for the Grand Prizes
- Check out our amazing Sponsors;if you use their products, you’ll earn more points per FO
- Some of our Pro Shop Level Sponsors will be creating exclusive items for Pigskin Party participants. They may come out at different times and will likely be limited in quantities, so keep your eyes on this Exclusive Items thread in the group for all the latest news
- Scope out the prizes!Some will be given out during the KAL; some will be part of the Grand Prizes.
- Don’t forget to use #DCSPigskinParty18 on Instagram so we check out what you’re doing and you can be eligible for participation prizes.
Details Discussed on This Episode: Pro Shop Sponsors -Score 8 points for using a Pro Shop Sponsor Product in your FO- Field Sponsors -Score 4 points for using a Field Sponsor Product in your FO- Events Life in Focus I joined the PnP tribe in September. In this episode I shared about how that coaching helped enable a healthy, fun trip to Florida! On a Happy Note - Local production of Urinetown (the musical)
- Celebrating my niece Hattie's Baptism
- TSA PreCheck interview before our flight to FL. It was ready before we flew back.
- Cool fall weather. Walking. Taking baths. Leaves starting to turn. Honey crisp apple candle Trader Joe’s.
- Dad's retirement!
Quote of the Week “I lied and said I was busy. I was busy but not in a way most people understand. I was busy taking deeper breaths. I was busy silencing irrational thoughts. I was busy calming a racing heart. I was busy telling myself I am okay. Sometimes this is my busy and I will not apologize for it.” -B. Oakman ------ Thank you for tuning in!
Direct download: Episode_147_-_101418_8.06_PM.mp3
Category: general
-- posted at: 8:14pm EDT
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