Wed, 29 November 2017
Thank you for tuning in to Episode 126 of the Down Cellar Studio Podcast. This week's segments included: - Off the Needles
- On the Needles
- Brainstorming
- From the Armchair
- In my Travels
- KAL News
- Events
- Life in Focus
- Ask Me Anything
- On a Happy Note
- Quote of the Week
Off the Needles Christmas Stockings - Yarn: Paton's Kroy Spring Leaf Stripes Colorway
- Needles: US 1.5 (2.5 mm)
- Pattern: OMG Heel by Megan Williams
- Yarn: Mint Rain Hand Dyed Yarn in the Depths of Space Colorway
- Needles: US 1.5
- Pattern: OMG Heel
- Yarn: Sunsoaked Yarns Sock 80/20 Superwash Merino/Nylon in the Christmas Ribbon Colorway
- Needles: US 1.5 (2.5 mm)
- Pattern: Fish Lips Kiss Heel by Sox Therapist
- Kylo Ren pattern by Lucy Collins' Star Wars Even More Crochet
- Yarn: Cascade 220 Superwash
- Hook: C
- For Will
- Admiral Ackbar pattern by Lucy Collins' Star Wars Even More Crochet
- Yarn: Cascade 220 Superwash
- Hook: C
- For Will
- Poe Dameron pattern by Lucy Collins' Star Wars Even More Crochet
- Yarn: Cascade 220 Superwash
- Hook: C
- For Garret
- Pattern: BB8 pattern by Lucy Collins' Star Wars Even More Crochet
- Yarn: Cascade 220 Superwash + unknown white acrylic
- Hook: C
- For: Garret
- Pattern: Lando Calrissian by Lucy Collins' Star Wars Even More Crochet
- Yarn: Worsted/DK scraps
- Hook: C
- For Oisin
- Pattern: improvised
- Yarn: Worsted/DK scraps in turquoise and gray
- Hook: C
On the Needles - Yarn: Switzer's Fiber Mill (unknown base/length skeins)
- Needles: US 7 & US 9
- Pattern: Worsted Boxy by Joji Locatelli
Poppy Troll Hats - Carina's Hat + Ella's Hat
- Pattern: Poppy Troll Hat by Tawnya Myers (free crochet pattern)
- Hook: H
- Yarn: Red Heart Super Saver in 2 colors of pink:
- Carina: 5-10 year old child size Ella: 1-4 year old child size.
- Pattern: Turn a Square Hat by Jared Flood
- Yarn: Malibrigo Rios in the VAA Colorway
- Needles: US 5 for brim, US 7 for body
- Cast on 92 stitches (less than called for). I always do stockinette longer than called for. I think 7 inches.
- For my boss for Christmas. He mentioned in passing he needed a hat. Not in a beggy way... can't believe I've never knit for him. Good on the go project.
- Yarn: Patons Kroy Stripes in the Amethyst Stripes Colorway
- Pattern: OMG Heel by Megan Williams
- Needles: US 1.5 (2.5 mm)
- Realized I had socks for all my usual suspects at Christmas except my BFF. Already had the first of these done from our trip to FL so I cast on the second. Past the heel. Knit on these at Nutcracker which is special and she'll appreciate. Millie also knit on these at Thanksgiving which is fun.
Brainstorming - To finish up Christmas knitting I need to finish the VAA hat and Patons Kroy socks
- Crochet Greedo
- Emelyn asked for a bunny instead of a sheep this year. This is the pattern I'm using from the 4 Seasons Easter Pattern by Lydia Tresselt.
- Riley asked for more clothes for her Chelsea doll I crocheted for her 2 years ago. I made her some clothes last year too.
- Won't likely be done by 12/1 for Knitmore Girls' Grinch along but I'll be doing it in spirit this year.
- My Indie GAL purchases
In My Travels Some highlights! - Meeting Ann and soaking up a bit of her incredible knowledge!
- Nicki, Beverly and I all wore our Lush Cardigans and Electric Slide socks. So fun! Made the day seem even more special!
- I learned how to steek a sweater!
- I got to spend time with 2 of my listeners in the class. MDQuilter (Beth) and Kaikaknits2 (Kaarina). Photo of Kaarina and me in our half finished sweaters here:
- Lunch: Mount Vernon Marketplace
- Breakfast at 9a at R House with Mary (Kino Knits Designs + Podcast) and Ashley and Tara from Misadventures in Knitting Podcast
- Seeing Nicki's MEGAROW Shawl in person.
- Learning a no-sew zipper installation technique
KAL News - Click here to find about more about this KAL.
- Check out: Chat Thread & FO Thread
- The 12 Months to Christmas KAL is a craft-a-long that helps you prepare for the busy winter holiday season. Complete gift projects each month (or just in the months that you choose) so you don’t have to scramble in December. Find some cool new gift ideas, cheer each other on, and we’ll provide some motivation in the form of the potential to win prizes!
Prizes: - Declare a WIP from the 1st Quarter of 2017 or earlier within the first 5 days of the month, posting a photo of it in the thread. Finish the project by the end of the month, update your post with your FO photo and you'll be eligible to win a Ravelry downloadable pattern of your choosing up to $8.
Pigskin Party KAL - 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.
- For every 100 points, you'll earn an entry into the drawing for the Grand Prizes
- Continue to update this with all of the points you earn during the KAL
- 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 #DCSPigskinParty17 on Instagram so we check out what you’re doing and you can be eligible for participation prizes.
Thank you to our Pro Shop Sponsors! Key Details Mentioned in this Episode: Events - The Down Cellar Studio Podcast will be kicking off a new year-long KAL for 2018.
- If you're a yarn dyer interested in sponsoring- click here for details!
Life in Focus Happiness Project November: Gratefulness - I've left positive reviews from podcasters I enjoy.
- I'm working on a photo/journaling book through Picaboo
Ask Me Anything This time I answered a question from cynalune about how I got started podcasting and whether I'll make another crochet garment. On a Happy Note - Yarn in the mail from Anotherhornfrog!
- Reordered tea from Plum Deluxe!
- $1 cards at Trader Joe's . Did you know?!
- Thanksgiving + my friend Laura visiting
- Aila made her debut in Boston Ballet's The Nutcracker. Tune in at the end of the show for audio of she and I talking about it a few weeks ago. (Aila is the black sheep in the center of the photo)
- Black Friday shopping with Mom and Laura. I'm nearly done shopping!
Quote of the Week Stillness is our most intense mode of action. It is in our moments of deep quiet that is born every idea, emotion, and drive which we eventually honor with the name of action. We reach highest in mediation, and farthest in prayer. In stillness every human being is great. -Leonard Bernstein ------ For website: Thank you for tuning in! Contact Information:
Direct download: Episode_126-_12_FOs_of_Christmas.mp3
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Wed, 15 November 2017
Thank you for tuning in to Episode 125 of the Down Cellar Studio Podcast. Full show notes can be found here. This week's segments included: - Off the Needles
- On the Needles
- Brainstorming
- From the Armchair
- Crafty Adventures
- KAL News
- Contest, News & Notes
- Life in Focus
- On a Happy Note
- Quote of the Week
Thank you to this episode's sponsors: Plum Deluxe Tea, Yarn Love, and Sunsoaked Yarns Off the Needles - Pattern: Pippa Pig by Bubbles and Bongo on Etsy
- Yarn: Cascade 220 Superwash
- Hook: C
- I'm modifying it to make it look like Piggie from Mo Willems books
- Pattern: Zipzip Bunny by Elif T (free crochet pattern)
- Yarn: Cascade 220 Superwash (gray)
- Hook: C
- Yarn: White Birch Fiber Arts Merino/Nylon in the Nothing Says Screw You Like a Rainbow
- Needles: US 1.5 (2.5 mm)
- Pattern: OMG Heel by Megan Williams
- Garret asked for knee socks that are in two pieces. Worked top down two at a time on two different needles, magic loop. US 1.5. Cast on 52. A couple inches down I decreased by 4 to get to 48. Allow enough room for his calf.
- Shortie socks also cast on 48, did OMG heel and 7 inch foot.
- Decreased down to 10 sts per needle for toe
On the Needles Poppy Troll Hats - Carina's Hat + Ella's Hat
- Pattern: Poppy Troll Hat by Tawnya Myers (free crochet pattern)
- Hook: H
- Yarn: Red Heart Super Saver in 2 colors of pink:
- Carina: 5-10 year old child size Ella:1-4 year old child size.
Christmas Stockings - 3 more under way: 5 of 6 pieces done. Really thought all 6 were done until I went to block.
- Pattern: Granny Square Christmas Stockings from Family Circle Magazine 1977
- Yarn: Knit Picks Wool of the Andes in Red, Everglade Heather and White
- Hook: F (3.75 mm)
- For: Manny, Juliana and Margaux
- New snowman appliqué pattern
- Yarn: Paton's Kroy Spring Leaf Stripes Colorway
- Needles: US 1.5 (2.5 mm)
- Pattern: OMG Heel by Megan Williams
Brainstorming Inspiration from Rhinebeck: From The Armchair Crafty Adventures - I am working on my annual family photo calendars that I create and order through Picaboo. Last year they ran amazing deals on Cyber Monday so check them out.
- This year's process was easier because my photos are in Google Photos and are searchable. New to Google Photos? Check out the Heart of Photo Fabulous Class to learn about it (it's free!)
KAL News - Click here to find about more about this KAL.
- Check out: Chat Thread & FO Thread
- The 12 Months to Christmas KAL is a craft-a-long that helps you prepare for the busy winter holiday season. Complete gift projects each month (or just in the months that you choose) so you don’t have to scramble in December. Find some cool new gift ideas, cheer each other on, and we’ll provide some motivation in the form of the potential to win prizes!
- Declare a WIP from the 1st Quarter of 2017 or earlier within the first 5 days of the month, posting a photo of it in the thread. Finish the project by the end of the month, update your post with your FO photo and you'll be eligible to win a Ravelry downloadable pattern of your choosing up to $8.
Pigskin Party KAL - 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.
- For every 100 points, you'll earn an entry into the drawing for the Grand Prizes
- Continue to update this with all of the points you earn during the KAL
- 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 #DCSPigskinParty17 on Instagram so we check out what you’re doing and you can be eligible for participation prizes.
Thank you to our Pro Shop Sponsors! Key Details Mentioned in this Episode: Contest News and Notes I'm excited to introduce my latest shawl design the MEGAROW Shawl now available on Ravelry for $6.00 US. (on sale for $3 until 11/25) The MEGAROW Shawl is a top down crescent shawl that is designed for a main color, a gradient and a contrast color for the border. The body and border are done all in garter stitch. The gradient is worked in a very simple lace stitch. Short rows are worked in the garter sections so you don't even need to worry about picking up wraps. Finished Size: 120 inches/305 cm wide and 18 in/46 cm deep at center Yarn: - Color A: 350 yards/320 meters (main color)
- Color B, C, D, E & F: 500 yards/ 457 meters (gradient)
- Color G: 260 yards (238 meters) (border)
- Total: 1110 yards/1015 meter
Life in Focus Happiness Project- November: Gratefulness - I am working on a photo book with journaling in Picaboo focused on gratefulness
- Leaving podcast reviews to show others I'm grateful.
On a Happy Note - We had a blast at our family Halloween Party and Trick or Treating with the kids. There is some audio Millie wanted to record while we were trick or treating.
- I had a great time at a surprise party for my friend Melissa's birthday
- Dan and I enjoy dinner with my cousin from NH and my parents
- My good friend Laura is coming for Thanksgiving this year!
- The temps have really dropped and its properly cold enough to snuggle up in hand knits.
Quote of the Week “Do not look back. And do not dream about the future, either. It will neither give you back the past, nor satisfy your other daydreams. Your duty, your reward—your destiny—are here and now.” -- Dag Hammarskjold ------ Thank you for tuning in!
Direct download: Episode_125__MEGAROW.mp3
Category: general
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Sun, 29 October 2017
Thank you for tuning in to Episode 124 of the Down Cellar Studio Podcast. This week's segments included: - Off the Needles
- On the Needles
- Brainstorming
- Crafty Adventures
- Knitting in Passing
- In my Travels
- KAL News
- Events
- On a Happy Note
Off the Needles - I helped my friend Nicki with bind off her MEGAROW shawl (my new shawl design that will be published soon). She taught me how to use a crochet hook as your right needle when doing a bind off it! It was so much fun, I did most of the bind off for her.
- Here's a link for a tutorial that looks similar to what she taught me.
On the Needles - Yarn: Socks that Rock Lightweight in the Sugar Plum Fairy Dust Colorway
- Needles: US 1.5 (2.5 mm)
- Pattern: FLK Heel
- 3 more under way: 5 of 6 pieces done. Really thought all 6 were done until I went to block.
- Pattern: Granny Square Christmas Stockings from Family Circle Magazine 1977
- Yarn: Knit Picks Wool of the Andes in Red, Everglade Heather and White
- Hook: F (3.75 mm)
- Yarn: Leftovers of black, white, gray, orange, yellow, tan
- Needles: US 1.5 (2.5 mm)
- Pattern: OMG Heel by Megan Williams
- Yarn: Andre Sue Sock Blank
- Needles: US 1 (2 mm)
- Pattern: TBD
- Started before 2016 rhinebeck. Didn't fit so I ripped back and brought it with me this year. I am using 64 stitches on US 1 seems to work best for me for sock blanks.
- Yarn: Switzer's Fiber Mill (unknown base/length skeins)
- Needles: US 7 & US 9
- Pattern: Worsted Boxy by Joji Locatelli
Brainstorming - Aila Giraffe= done
- Millie: Elephant and Pig for Millie (she also wants a person)
- Emelyn: sheep
- Riley- not sure what she wants- I made her legwarmers already
- Will, Oisin, Garret- Star Wars guys (Garret also wants more Ninjas so I may do one or two of those if time allows.) Patterns from: Star Wars Even More Crochet
- Poppy Hats for Ella and Carina
Crafty Adventures Mom, Megg and I finished up Emelyn's Marie Antoinette Costume so we shared more about the process. We were all so thrilled with the results- especially Eme! Knitting in Passing Tune in to hear about some funny reactions I've gotten when knitting in public. In My Travels 2017 Recap KAL News - Declare a WIP from the 1st Quarter of 2017 or earlier within the first 5 days of the month, posting a photo of it in the thread. Finish the project by the end of the month, update your post with your FO photo and you'll be eligible to win a Ravelry downloadable pattern of your choosing up to $8.
Pigskin Party KAL - 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.
- For every 100 points, you'll earn an entry into the drawing for the Grand Prizes
- Continue to update this with all of the points you earn during the KAL
- 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 #DCSPigskinParty17 on Instagram so we check out what you’re doing and you can be eligible for participation prizes.
Thank you to our Pro Shop Sponsors! Key Details Mentioned in this Episode: Events November 4 + 5; 9a-5; 9a-3p I won't be able to attend. - I'll be taking three classes
- Off the Charts: Master Using and Creating Charts with Tin Can Knits-Friday 1/12 at 9a
- Grab Bag of Easy and Impressive Lace Stitch Patterns-Sat 1/13 at 2p
- Shawl Shapes on Sunday 1/14 at 9a
On a Happy Note - Photo shoot with Emily. Tune in to the end for audio that Riley and Millie asked to record
- Halloween! Mom is surprising Millie who said she should be Luna girl (to Millie's Owelette)
- Mom's eBay store is so busy she's looking for help with listing. If you're looking to earn money on commission, email her at shopcreationsunlimited at gmail dot com
- Audio at the end of Emelyn and I discussing her Marie Antoinette costume back in September
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Direct download: Episode_124__Rhinebeck_Recap_with_Mom.mp3
Category: general
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Wed, 18 October 2017
Thank you for tuning in to Episode 123 of the Down Cellar Studio Podcast. This week's segments included: - Off the Needles
- On the Needles
- Brainstorming
- From the Armchair
- Crafty Adventures
- In my Travels
- KAL News
- Events
- Life in Focus
- On a Happy Note
- Quote of the Week
Want to chat about this episode? Come chat in the Ravelry group. Link here Off the Needles - Yarn: The Periwinkle Sheep in Witch’s Cauldron Colorway and Woolbearer’s Gradient Set in Magenta (leftovers from my new crescent shawl).
- Needles: US 2 (2.75mm) and US 3 (3.25mm)
- Pattern: Sockhead Slouch Hat by Kelly McClure
On the Needles - Yarn: Paton’s Kroy Stripes in Amethyst Stripes Colorway
- Needles: US 1.5 (2.5 mm)
- Pattern: OMG Heel Pattern
- Yarn: Socks that Rock Lightweight in the Sugar Plum Fairy Dust Colorway
- Needles: US 1.5 (2.5 mm)
- Pattern: FLK Heel
Christmas Stockings: 3 more under way. - Pattern: Granny Square Christmas Stockings from Family Circle Magazine 1977
- Yarn: Knit Picks Wool of the Andes in Red, Everglade Heather and White
- Hook: F (3.75 mm)
- Yarn: Leftovers of black, white, gray, orange, yellow, tan
- Needles: US 1.5 (2.5 mm)
- Pattern: OMG Heel by Megan Williams
Knitting on a new 3 color shawl design and swatched another idea! Brainstorming - Aila is going to be a lamb in Nutcracker. Ornament keepsake. Suggestions?
- Millie wants pig and elephant from Piggy and Gerald- crochet pattern suggestions?
From the Armchair Last episode I asked about ideas on doing a contrast color for a Fish Lips Kiss heel. Thanks Teena for telling me about this post in which the designer answers the question. Seems really simple. Crafty Adventures Mom, Megg, Emelyn and I made progress on Emelyn's epic Marie Antoinette costume for Halloween. In My Travels Dan and I visited with family in Largo, FL. I also visited these yarn shops: KAL News - Click here to find about more about this KAL.
- Check out: Chat Thread & FO Thread
- The 12 Months to Christmas KAL is a craft-a-long that helps you prepare for the busy winter holiday season. Complete gift projects each month (or just in the months that you choose) so you don’t have to scramble in December. Find some cool new gift ideas, cheer each other on, and we’ll provide some motivation in the form of the potential to win prizes!
- Declare a WIP from the 1st Quarter of 2017 or earlier within the first 5 days of the month, posting a photo of it in the thread. Finish the project by the end of the month, update your post with your FO photo and you'll be eligible to win a Ravelry downloadable pattern of your choosing up to $8.
Pigskin Party KAL - 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.
- For every 100 points, you'll earn an entry into the drawing for the Grand Prizes
- Continue to update this with all of the points you earn during the KAL
- Check out our amazing Sponsors; if you use their products, you'll earn more points per FO
- 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 #DCSPigskinParty17 on Instagram so we check out what you’re doing and you can be eligible for participation prizes.
Thank you to our Pro Shop Sponsors! Key Details Mentioned in this Episode: - Announced this year's 10 Grand Prize Packs
- Announced Kick it Off with Color- Sept Interception Winners (thank you to sponsor Yarn Love) and September Huddle/Instagram Winners
- Don't forget about our Ornament Interception which runs through 10/31. Thank you to Sponsor: Knitters Brewing Company
Events - Needles Up : Friday October 20 from 3-6p conference center of the Delamater Inn, Rhinebeck NY
- Indie Untangled: Friday, Oct. 20, 2017, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. The Best Western Plus Kingston, N.Y.
- NY Sheep and Wool: October 19-22 at the Dutchess County Fairgrounds in Rhinebeck, NY
Life in Focus Happiness Project: October: Time & Energy - Ironically too busy to focus on this. Have been really focused on using my Evernote for GTD system. Reviewing it regularly and making sure I know what I need to do; it has definitely helped me keep my sanity.
On a Happy Note - Woodchopping Weekend- tractor rides. delicious fall foods.
- Dinner for Dad’s birthday at a great new local restaurant.
- Florida Trip highlights
- Millie sleepover!
Quote of the Week Most misunderstandings in the world could be avoided if people would simply take the time to ask, ‘What else could this mean?’” ― Shannon L. Alder Thank you for tuning in! Contact Information:
Direct download: Episode_123__Travel_Knits.mp3
Category: general
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Fri, 29 September 2017
Thank you for tuning in to Episode 122 of the Down Cellar Studio Podcast. This week's segments included: - Off the Needles
- On the Needles
- From the Armchair
- Crafty Adventures
- KAL News
- Events
- Contest, News & Notes
- Life in Focus
- On a Happy Note
- Quote of the Week
Off the Needles - Needles: US 7 (4.5 mm)
- Yarn: Main Color: Baah Ja Lolla, Gradient set from Woolbearers, Border in Periwinkle Sheep
- Pattern: a new design I have out to testers now. I hope to release it in October.
On The Needles - Yarn: Leftovers of black, white, gray, orange, yellow, tan
- Needles: US 1.5 (2.5 mm)
- Pattern: TBD
- Yarn: Paton's Kroy Spring Leaf Stripes
- Needles: US 1.5 (2.5 mm)
- Pattern: OMG Heel by Megan Williams
- Yarn: Sunsoaked Yarns Sock 80/20 Superwash Merino/Nylon in the Christmas Ribbon Colorway
- Needles: US 1.5 (2.5 mm)
- Pattern: Fish Lips Kiss Heel by Sox Therapist
- Yarn: Dancing Dog Dyeworks Twist Sock in the Holly Jolly colorway
- Needles: US 1.5 (2.5 mm)
- Pattern: Fish Lips Kiss Heel by Sox Therapist
Poppy Troll Hat x2 - Carina's Hat + Ella's Hat
- Pattern: Poppy Troll Hat by Tawnya Myers (free crochet pattern)
- Hook: H
- Yarn: Red Heart Super Saver in 2 colors of pink:
- Carina: 5-10 year old child zie
- Ella:1-4 year old child size.
- Both hats done. Earflaps on. Ears made. Need to sew on. Wash them. then will add eyes and hair
From the Armchair - I talked about this article: What The Health Review
- Bottom line: the What the Health Documentary cites sources that aren't reliable research studies and is, if nothing else, at least cause for a second look.
- Check out this great new audio podcast: (mis)adventures in knitting- Audio Podcast hosted by Ashley + Tara, based out of Baltimore, MD
- In the next episode, I am going to talk about the Four Tendencies Book by Gretchen Rubin and nd knowing our own tendency can help us accomplish our crafty goals... Invite you to take the quiz on Gretchen Rubin's website before the next episode so you know your tendency.
Crafty Adventures - I bought a dress and petticoat from Goodwill for $20 to make Emelyn a Marie Antoinette halloween costume for her last year of Trick or Treating.
KAL News - Click here to find about more about this KAL.
- Check out: Chat Thread & FO Thread
- The 12 Months to Christmas KAL is a craft-a-long that helps you prepare for the busy winter holiday season. Complete gift projects each month (or just in the months that you choose) so you don’t have to scramble in December. Find some cool new gift ideas, cheer each other on, and we’ll provide some motivation in the form of the potential to win prizes!
- Declare a WIP that you started June 30th or earlier but haven't yet finished within the first 5 days of the month, posting a photo of it in the thread. Finish the project by the end of the month, update your post with your FO photo and you'll be eligible to win a Ravelry downloadable pattern of your choosing up to $8.
- 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.
- For every 100 points, you'll earn an entry into the drawing for the Grand Prizes
- Continue to update this with all of the points you earn during the KAL
- 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 #DCSPigskinParty17 on Instagram so we check out what you’re doing and you can be eligible for participation prizes.
Thank you to our Pro Shop Sponsors! Key Details Mentioned in this Episode: Life in Focus Happiness Project: September--- Learn new things - I learned a lot from making my first crochet shawl.
- Trying the FLK heel was a great learning moment for me. I want to try another heel in the near future. What do you recommend? Vanilla is the New Black?
October: Time & Energy - Goal: Look at ways I'm wasting time and energy & reset.
- Think hard about what I do. Ask "why" more often. When I have an automatic thought- don't just act on instinct. See what really makes sense. Get off auto pilot.
On a Happy Note - Took a Friday off to go Outlet shopping with my best friend, Kris!
- I brought my niece Emelyn to Stitch House during the Greater Boston Yarn Crawl. She knit on her cowl for a little bit before we headed north to go apple picking.
- Met Kris, Matt, Aila and Will for an unseasonably warm day of Apple picking at Applecrest in Hampton Falls NH. Every year they add something- this year it was a sunflower maze. So beautiful. Only regret was not taking photos earlier in the day. They started turning away from the sun as the day went on.
- Congrats to Mom and Dad on their 40th anniversary!
- Finished my first session of Hiit Classes at the gym near work. It was brutal but I definitely feel stronger. I was able to sign up for the 3 out of the next 8 I'm able to go to.
- Ordered 12x12 lay flat photo book Picaboo and love it!
- My grandmother is on Facebook and sent me this cute message the other day! Made my day!
- I got a haircut. Loving this shorter look.
- My niece Aila is going to be performing in the Boston Ballet's The Nutcracker this winter as a lamb.
Quote of the Week “Children think not of what is past, nor what is to come, but enjoy the present time, which few of us do.” -- Jean de La Bruyère ________________ Thank you for tuning in! Contact Information:
Direct download: Episode_122__Kisses_Kids_and_Costumes.mp3
Category: general
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Fri, 15 September 2017
Thank you for tuning in to Episode 121 of the Down Cellar Studio Podcast. This week's segments included: - Off the Needles
- On the Needles
- Brainstorming
- From the Armchair
- Knitting in Passing
- KAL News
- Events
- Life in Focus
- On a Happy Note
- Quote of the Week
Off the Needles - Pattern: Granny Square Christmas Stockings from Family Circle Magazine 1977
- Yarn: Knit Picks Wool of the Andes in Red, Everglade Heather and White
- Hook: F (3.75 mm)
- Yarn: sock yarn scraps
- Needles: US 1.5 (2.5 mm)
- Pattern: OMG Heel by Megan Williams
- Yarn: Leftovers of black, white, gray, orange, yellow, tan
- Needles: US 1.5 (2.5 mm)
- Pattern: OMG Heel by Megan Williams
- Cast on first sock
- Yarn: Sunsoaked Yarns Sock 80/20 Superwash Merino/Nylon in the Christmas Ribbon Colorway
- Needles: US 1.5 (2.5 mm)
- Pattern: Fish Lips Kiss Heel by Sox Therapist
- This was my #DCSpigskinparty17 Cast on!
- Yarn: White Birch Fiber Arts Merino/Nylon in the Nothing Says Screw You Like a Rainbow
- Needles: US 1.5 (2.5 mm)
- Pattern: OMG Heel by Megan Williams
Poppy Troll Hat x2 - Carina's Hat + Ella's Hat
- Pattern: Poppy Troll Hat by Tawnya Myers (free crochet pattern)
- Hook: H
- Yarn: Red Heart Super Saver in 2 colors of pink
- Needles: US 7 (4.5 mm)
- Crescent shawl that calls for 1 main color, a gradient set and a contrast color for the border. Over 800 yards (further details TBD)
- If you are interested in Test knitting, please email me (downcellarstudio at gmail dot com
Brainstorming Like you, I've been prepping for Pigskin Party '17, by finding all of the things I've purchased from our amazing sponsors (and ordering some more) Crochet shawls I'm debating GoodReader class: I am going to begin working on a course I can offer to those who want to learn how to use GoodReader for knitting without having to come to an in-person class with me. Please come share your feedback and tell me how you learn best. From the Armchair I learned a lot about pleasure versus happiness from these podcasts/articles about/by Dr. Robert Lustig Knitting in Passing My cousin Patrick loved the stocking I made for his new daughter. When he opened it, my cousin Grant commented how he has one but his younger sisters don't which made him sad. I signed up to make some for them too! KAL News - Click here to find about more about this KAL.
- Check out: Chat Thread & FO Thread
- The 12 Months to Christmas KAL is a craft-a-long that helps you prepare for the busy winter holiday season. Complete gift projects each month (or just in the months that you choose) so you don’t have to scramble in December. Find some cool new gift ideas, cheer each other on, and we’ll provide some motivation in the form of the potential to win prizes!
- Declare a WIP from the first quarter of 2017 or earlier within the first 5 days of the month, posting a photo of it in the thread. Finish the project by the end of the month, update your post with your FO photo and you'll be eligible to win a Ravelry downloadable pattern of your choosing up to $8.
- At the top of the thread you can click on "Projects" to see what everyone has been working on. 532 projects that have been worked on, many finished since January! That's amazing.
Pigskin Party KAL - 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.
- For every 100 points, you'll earn an entry into the drawing for the Grand Prizes
- Continue to update this with all of the points you earn during the KAL
- 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 #DCSPigskinParty17 on Instagram so we check out what you’re doing and you can be eligible for participation prizes.
Thank you to our Pro Shop Sponsors! Key Details Mentioned in this Episode: - Over 240 people on Roster as of 9/12
- A few things: you do not have to watch Football to participate. You can craft anytime not just during football games. You can post your points for your FOs in the End Zone dance thread anytime you want. Don't have to do it immediately after you finish.
- Favorite Post in End Zone Dance Thread: Instructions (click gray heart- find it in your Favorites in your Notebook)
- Florence of Designs of Acadia has created a Pigskin Party Logo Tote Get yours today. They're only $12.
- Monday Night Scavenger Hunt
- Every Monday night Lisa will post a clue to an item by one of our sponsors. You have until the following Monday night to look up that clue and find the item.
- Kick It Off With Color : Our First Interception. Thank you to Sponsor: Yarn Love Yarn
- Most football teams have 2-3 colors in their uniforms! Let's get inspired by all that color and get some colorful projects off the needles/hooks.
- Requirements:
- Finish a project of at least 50 yards before 9/30 that contains at least 2 different colors
- The 2 colors can be found within 1 yarn. You can use multiple yarns. Totally up to you.
- If you have to ask if its two separate colors it's probably not. Blue and light blue are not two different colors. Blue and orange are two separate colors.
- These colors do not have to be your team colors, NFL colors or even any sports teams colors. It's just the kicking off point for color combinations but don't limit yourself.
- Project can be knit, crocheted, woven, spun or machine knit.
- Max of 2 entries per person.
Prizes: - 2 lucky winners (pulled by Random Number Generator from this thread) will get to choose a skein of yarn of his/her choice from Yarn Love Yarn
Events Life in Focus September Happiness Project: Learning - Labor Day free streaming on Craftsy
- Thanks to knittykitties for gifting me a Creative Bug 3 month subscription. I can't wait to try out a few classes.
- Thanks to DCAlaneknits for posting in the Episode 120 chat thread with this link to Mother Bear Face Tutorials: 2 Knit Lit Chicks Podcast.
- I'm looking forward to watching and learning about the Philosopher Wool Technique for 2 handed colorwork knitting. Planning ahead for colorwork baby sweater I want to cast on soon
- I watched a Podcasting 101 on Creative Live (9/11).
- Crochet Shawl (will be a first for me)
- Fish Lip Kiss Heel (will be a new heel for me)
- Thank you to Lisa for letting me borrow her spindle and some fiber and teaching me basics so I could play with spinning at home.
- Won't get all of these done in next 15 days or so, but having found resources and prepped things out will set me on the right path and I'm really enjoying this focus.
On a Happy Note - My cousin Kara's wedding. So much fun! Wore my new black lace dress. Thanks for all of the compliments!
- HIIT training at gym. Really hard, but the 30 minutes goes by really fast. twice a week for 4 weeks. In the third week now.
- Fall coming. Very cool in the mornings here. My parents pool is closed (sniff) and I've had two weekends at home to get things done. Feels good. Mostly why I've gotten so much shawl design work done.
- Family dinner and campfire time!
- Gretchen Rubin's new book The Four Tendencies was released on 9/12. I was lucky to get tickets to the first stop on her book tour that night in Cambridge. Went with my friend Kim. We've read all of Gretchen's books, listen to her Happier Podcast religiously and use her framework all the time at work. As project managers we don't have staff who report to us. Have to use influence and persuasion to get others to do things for us.
Quote of the Week “Listen with curiosity. Speak with honesty. Act with integrity. The greatest problem with communication is we don’t listen to understand. We listen to reply. When we listen with curiosity, we don’t listen with the intent to reply. We listen for what’s behind the words.” - Roy T. Bennett ------------ Thank you for tuning in!
Direct download: Episode_121__Learning_All_The_Things.mp3
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Thu, 31 August 2017
Thank you for tuning in to Episode 120 of the Down Cellar Studio Podcast. This week's segments included: - Off the Needles
- On the Needles
- Crafty Adventures
- KAL News
- Events
- Contest, News & Notes
- Life in Focus
- On a Happy Note
- Quote of the Week
Off the Needles - Yarn: Skeindalous Yarn in the Sophia Base (MCN) in the Wesley’s Sweater color way (
- Needles: US 1.5 (2.5 mm)
- Pattern: OMG Heel by Megan Williams
- 64 grams- 256.3 meters
- Yarn: Bergere de France Goomy 50 in the Imprim Gris colorway
- Needles: US 1 (2.25 mm)
- Pattern: OMG Heel by Megan Williams
- 69 grams- 296.5 meters
- Yarn: Patons Kroy Stripes in the Eclipse Stripes Colorway
- Needles: US 1.5 (2.5 mm)
- Pattern: OMG Heel by Megan Williams
- 75 grams- 227.7 meters
My Stash Dash Total (as compared to last year) - Yarn: sock yarn scraps
- Needles: US 1.5 (2.5 mm)
- Pattern: OMG Heel by Megan Williams
- Pattern: Granny Square Christmas Stockings from Family Circle Magazine 1977
- Yarn: Knit Picks Wool of the Andes in Red, Everglade Heather and White
- Hook: F (3.75 mm)
On the Needles - Pattern: Granny Square Christmas Stockings from Family Circle Magazine 1977
- Yarn: Knit Picks Wool of the Andes in Red, Everglade Heather and White
- Hook: F (3.75 mm)
- Yarn: sock yarn scraps
- Needles: US 1.5 (2.5 mm)
- Pattern: OMG Heel by Megan Williams
- Yarn: White Birch Fiber Arts Merino/Nylon in the Nothing Says Screw You Like a Rainbow
- Needles: US 1.5 (2.5 mm)
- Pattern: OMG Heel by Megan Williams
- Garret asked for knee socks that are in two pieces. Worked top down two at a time on two different needles, magic loop. US 1.5. Navy Cuff (Cascade Heritage Sock), then rainbow. Cast on 52. A couple inches down I decreased by 4 to get to 48. Allow enough room for his calf.
Crafty Adventures - Aila made a memory/memento box out of scrapbooking supplies and a photo calendar
- Riley, Aila and Millie all made tulle tied flip flops: Here's a link to a tutorial that is similar to what we did.
- Aila painted some pottery at the South Shore Pottery Shop
- I am nearly finished with my January-June Project Life Pages!
KAL News - Click here to find about more about this KAL.
- Check out: Chat Thread & FO Thread
- The 12 Months to Christmas KAL is a craft-a-long that helps you prepare for the busy winter holiday season. Complete gift projects each month (or just in the months that you choose) so you don’t have to scramble in December. Find some cool new gift ideas, cheer each other on, and we’ll provide some motivation in the form of the potential to win prizes!
- Declare a WIP from the first quarter of 2017 or earlier within the first 5 days of the month, posting a photo of it in the thread. Finish the project by the end of the month, update your post with your FO photo and you'll be eligible to win a Ravelry downloadable pattern of your choosing up to $8.
4th Annual Pigskin Party KAL Details Discussed on This Episode: Events Contest, News and Notes Life in Focus My September Plan: Learning - I'm thinking about taking a Craftsy class, trying new knitting or crochet techniques, taking out some library books. Do you have any suggestions from me?
On a Happy Note - We saw America and 3 Dog Night at South Shore Music Circus.
- My friends came to visit for the weekend and we celebrated my grandmother's birthday.
- I enjoyed the Solar Eclipse, but even funnier is this video Total Eclipse of the Heart Literal Video.
- I met up with some knitting friends at Slum Brew in Assembly Row Somerville.
- We've had lots of summer fun with the nieces and nephews. Sleepovers, crafts, dance camps etc!
- Dan and I kayaked the North River. The first half was amazing. The rest was a struggle but we survived! Ha!
- The kids contracted lice and so kindly shared it with me. Sigh. If you ever have the misfortune, my recommendation is to go to a professional place like this instead of using the drugstore shampoos!
- Signed up for hiit training for 4 weeks with my work friends. We survived!
Quote of the Week "Happiness and misery consist in a progression towards better or worse; it does not matter how high up or low down you are, it depends not on this, but on the direction in which you are tending." -- Samuel Butler Bonus audio from the nieces at the end! ------ Thank you for tuning in! Contact Information:
Direct download: Episode_120__Crafting_Camp_and_Kayaking.mp3
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Thu, 17 August 2017
Thank you for tuning in to Episode 119 of the Down Cellar Studio Podcast. This week's segments included: - Off the Needles
- On the Needles
- Brainstorming
- From the Armchair
- KAL News
- Events
- Contests, News and Notes
- Life in Focus
- On a Happy Note
Off the Needles - Pattern: Jujuy by Joji Locatelli
- Needles:US 5 (3.75 mm)
- Yarn: O Wool O-Wash Fingering- 3 colorways
- Stash Dash= motivation to finish it! 798.4 meters
- Yarn: Cozy Knitter Bliss Sock in the Joyful colorway
- Needles: US 1.5 (2.5 mm)
- Pattern: OMG Heel by Megan Williams
- Used 291.9 meters of yarn
Stash Dash Total 5,520.2meters On the Needles - Yarn: Skeindalous Yarn in the Sophia Base (MCN) in the Wesley’s Sweater color way
- Needles: US 1.5 (2.5 mm)
- Pattern: OMG Heel by Megan Williams
- Cast on for our Saco River trip. First sock finished. Second sock past heel. Will finish before Stash Dash ends on August 20th.
Brainstorming - Finish Reese Stocking
- Crochet Erik's Stocking
- Lengthen Construction Zone sweater
- Finish at least 1 pair of socks before Stash Dash ends
- Red Monster for Will
From the Armchair KAL News - Click here to find about more about this KAL.
- Check out: Chat Thread & FO Thread
- The 12 Months to Christmas KAL is a craft-a-long that helps you prepare for the busy winter holiday season. Complete gift projects each month (or just in the months that you choose) so you don’t have to scramble in December. Find some cool new gift ideas, cheer each other on, and we’ll provide some motivation in the form of the potential to win prizes!
- Declare a WIP from the first quarter of 2017 or earlier within the first 5 days of the month, posting a photo of it in the thread. Finish the project by the end of the month, update your post with your FO photo and you'll be eligible to win a Ravelry downloadable pattern of your choosing up to $8.
- Check out the prize thread for photos and details about prizes
The Pigskin Party KAL kicks off September 7th. More details in the next episode but for now check out these threads. Events - Stash Dash KAL hosted by the Knit Girllls Podcast runs May 26-August 20, 2017
- Adirondack Wool and Arts Festival: September 23 & 24
- VT Sheep and Wool: September 30 & October 1, 2017
- Needles Up : Friday October 20 from 3-6p conference center of the Delamater Inn, Rhinebeck NY
- Indie Untangled: Friday, Oct. 20, 2017, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. The Best Western Plus Kingston, N.Y.
- NY Sheep and Wool: October 19-22 at the Dutchess County Fairgrounds in Rhinebeck, NY
- A Weekend with Ann Weaver: Steeking and Finishing at Neighborhood Fiber Company November 18 + 19
- I am going to see Gretchen Rubin on her book tour on September 12th at the Brattle Theater. To see if the tour is coming to a location near you check out this website. There you can find more details about Gretchen’s new Four Tendencies Book, her other books and her podcast (all of which I enjoy and find incredibly useful).
Contest, News and Notes Life in Focus August-Happiness Project focus: home and love - Getting back on track with minimizing our/our home's impact on the environment because that is important to me
- Began using my reusable iced coffee cup again
- Set of 8 metal straws from Amazon
- Made a kit for my purse with fork, knife, spoon, cloth napkin and metal straw. haven’t used it yet, but I’m excited for the opportunity.
- Talking with Dan about reducing our plastics- buying items with less/no packaging or glass/tin containers.
- Decorating our home and making it feel more homey--- put this on the back burner until fall
On a Happy Note - I bought gorgeous black lace dress for my cousin's wedding.
- I went to see the Red Sox with my brother. They didn't play because of rain but we had a great night.
- Mom and Dad asked us about going to dinner and we ended up spending 2+ hours with an old childhood friend and her husband who saw us check in on Facebook!
- Dan and I went camping at the State Park behind our house as a test run for our Saco River Trip.
- Saco River Trip. 3 days/2 nights, starting in North Conway NH and ending at the Brownfield Bridge in Brownfield, ME. About 26 miles. Much of that we didn’t even paddle. Gear all worked great. It was so peaceful, gorgeous scenery.
- Need a laugh? Check out this video by Jim Gaffigan- Seafood
Thank you for tuning in! Contact Information:
Direct download: Episode_119-_Saco_River_Knitting.mp3
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Thu, 27 July 2017
Thank you for tuning in to Episode 118 of the Down Cellar Studio Podcast. This week's segments included: - Off the Needles
- On the Needles
- Brainstorming
- From the Armchair
- KAL News
- Events
- Contest, News & Notes
- Life in Focus
- On a Happy Note
Off the Needles - Pattern: Amma Granny Square Top by Maria Valles
- Hook: C 2.75 mm
- Yarn: Aunt Lydia’s Crochet Thread Classic 10 in a creamy vanilla color
- Finished last year and brought it to Key West. The bottom trim got stuck on something in my suitcase and unraveled so I ripped back and finished it again.
- Pattern in Spirit Animals Book by by Jessica Boyer put out by Leisure Arts. $10 ebook copy from their website.
- Yarn: Knit Picks Brava and Cascade 220 Superwash
- Hook: C
- This is made in many pieces. Finishing instructions aren't great but the FO is cute!
New Stash Dash Total: 4,429.9 meters On the Needles - Pattern: Christmas Stockings to Knit and Crochet from Family Circle Magazine
- Yarn: Knit Picks Wool of the Andes in Red, Everglade Heather and White
- Hook: F (3.75 mm)
- Yarn: Patons Kroy Stripes in the Eclipse Stripes Colorway
- Needles: US 1.5 (2.5 mm)
- Pattern: OMG Heel by Megan Williams
- First sock is done.
- Yarn: Cozy Knitter Bliss Sock in the Joyful colorway
- Needles: US 1.5 (2.5 mm)
- Pattern: OMG Heel by Megan Williams
- Yarn: Dancing Dog Dyeworks Twist Sock in the Holly Jolly colorway
- Needles: US 1.5 (2.5 mm)
- Pattern: OMG Heel by Megan Williams
- Yarn: White Birch Fiber Arts Merino/Nylon in the Nothing Says Screw You Like a Rainbow
- Needles: US 1.5 (2.5 mm)
- Pattern: OMG Heel by Megan Williams
- Pattern: Jujuy by Joji Locatelli
- Needles:US 5 (3.75)
- Yarn: O Wool O-Wash Fingering
Brainstorming From the Armchair KAL News - Click here to find about more about this KAL.
- Check out: Chat Thread & FO Thread
- The 12 Months to Christmas KAL is a craft-a-long that helps you prepare for the busy winter holiday season. Complete gift projects each month (or just in the months that you choose) so you don’t have to scramble in December. Find some cool new gift ideas, cheer each other on, and we’ll provide some motivation in the form of the potential to win prizes!
- Declare a WIP from the first quarter of 2017 or earlier within the first 5 days of the month, posting a photo of it in the thread. Finish the project by the end of the month, update your post with your FO photo and you'll be eligible to win a Ravelry downloadable pattern of your choosing up to $8.
Key Details Mentioned in this Episode - Use coupon code AUGUST at periwinklesheep.com From Aug 1-15 to get 15% off your order.
- Finish your projects by 7/31- but don't forget you have until 8/5 to post the details in the Summer Celebration Thread.
Be sure to check out our Pro Shop Sponsors The Pigskin Party will start up at the end of August! Interested in sponsoring, get the details and first chance at Pro Shop spots by signing up for my email newsletter and clicking the box to say you're interested in Sponsorship Opportunities. Events - Fiber Revival: Saturday August 12 from 9a-4p at the Spencer Peirce Little Farm Newbury, MA
- Adirondack Wool and Arts Festival: September 23 & 24, 2017
- VT Sheep and Wool: September 30 & October 1, 2017
- Needles Up : Friday October 20 from 3-6p conference center of the Delamater Inn, 25 Garden St Rhinebeck NY 12572- Legacy Fiber Artz, Andre Sue Knits, Sucre Sucre Minatures (Chelsea), Knit Cahoots (Cori and Megan), Fat Squirrel Speaks (AmyBeth)
- Indie Untangled: Friday, Oct. 20, 2017, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. The Best Western Plus, 503 Washington Ave., Kingston, N.Y.
- NY Sheep and Wool: October 19-22 at the Dutchess County Fairgrounds in Rhinebeck, NY
Contest, News & Notes Forgot to tell you my other favorite Knitters Pride Product: Nova Platina (I prefer fixed circulars) Life in Focus Happiness Project 2017- July= Focus on Family - Played a board game called Spontuneous with my cousins, aunt and uncle. I'm not usually huge into board games but this was fun and I'm glad I chose to say yes!
- We went to a movie night at local shopping center. I love the new Beauty and the Beast. Kids had a blast (Garret spent half the night talking about hand knit socks and coming up with his 2-part sock idea)
- I made it a point to go up to Camp to see my cousin for my great uncle's memorial service. So great to spend quality time with my cousin who lives in Florida.
On a Happy Note - Kayaking
- Christi78 reached out to say: " Really enjoyed this episode. Just thought I'd toss out that LL Bean offers great trips, including my favorite - a full moon paddle around Casco Bay. When we went we saw seals and it was a magical date night."
- Dan and I did about 8 miles of kayaking in NH last week. I love it so much!
- I've been experimenting with getting at least 70g of protein per day to see if it will help me build muscle and potentially lose a pound or two. Some resources I mentioned
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Direct download: Episode_118__Sock_Obsessed.mp3
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Sun, 16 July 2017
Thank you for tuning in to Episode 117 of the Down Cellar Studio Podcast. This week's segments included: - Off the Needles
- On the Needles
- From the Armchair
- Knitting in Passing
- KAL News
- Events
- Life in Focus
- On a Happy Note
- Quote of the Week
Off the Needles - Pattern: Construction Zone by Heidi Kirrmaier
- Yarn: Tempting Ewe Yarns Luxe Aran (90% Merino/10% Silk) in the Grey Goose Colorway. 2 skeins 340 yards each
- Needles: US 9 | 5.5 mm
- Yarn: Patons Kroy Singin the blues stripes
- Pattern: OMG Heel by Megan Williams
- Needles: US 1.5 (2.5 mm)
- Yarn: Knit Picks Felici in the Beyond the Wall Colorway
- Needles: US 1.5 (2.5 mm)
- Pattern: OMG Heel by Megan Williams
- Yarn: Blueberry Chick Yarn in the Put the Lime in the Coconut Colorway
- Pattern: OMG Heel by Megan Williams
- Needles: US 1.5 (2.5 mm)
- Pattern: Teal Swirl Dishcloth
- Hook: Various H + J (I think)
- Yarn: Lily Sugar and Cream
- Pattern: none
- Yarn: Knit Picks Felici colorway: 27304 Lemonade (greens, yellows, blues: self striping)
- Needles: US 1.5 (2.5 mm) & US 2. (2.75 mm)
- Cast on 56 stitches with US 1.5 ribbing for a couple inches. Switch to US 2 and knit stockinette for 1 stripe. Increase by 4 stitches to get to 60 sts. Knit the leg and reverse the shaping on the other side.
New Stash Dash total: 3571.9 meters On the Needles - Pattern: Christmas Stockings to Knit and Crochet from Family Circle Magazine
- Yarn: Knit Picks Wool of the Andes in Red, Everglade Heather and White
- Hook: F (3.75 mm)
- Front and back are done and blocked.
- Pattern in Spirit Animals Book by by Jessica Boyer put out by Leisure Arts. $10 ebook copy from their website. Paperback $12.99
- Yarn: Knit Picks Brava and Cascade 220 Superwash
- Hook: C
From the Armchair Knitting in Passing - I met a lovely lady named Beryl at the hair salon last Saturday. She said she was just learning socks. I encouraged her to stick with it. I love the opportunity to chat with kind people, as Michelle of The Actually Knitting Podcast says, #becauseofknitting
KAL News - Click here to find about more about this KAL.
- Check out: Chat Thread & FO Thread
- The 12 Months to Christmas KAL is a craft-a-long that helps you prepare for the busy winter holiday season. Complete gift projects each month (or just in the months that you choose) so you don’t have to scramble in December. Find some cool new gift ideas, cheer each other on, and we’ll provide some motivation in the form of the potential to win prizes!
- Declare a WIP from first quarter of 2017 or earlier within the first 5 days of the month, posting a photo of it in the thread. Finish the project by the end of the month, update your post with your FO photo and you'll be eligible to win a Ravelry downloadable pattern of your choosing up to $8.
Splash Pad Party Key Details Mentioned in this Episode- - Use coupon code AUGUST at periwinklesheep.com From Aug 1-15 to get 15% off your order.
- Congrats to Team Pushing the Purls- winner of the Shuffleboard Tournament
- Tune in for some July chat/Instagram winners
Events Life in Focus July: Focus on Family - We spent the first 5 days of the month in NH with my parents, my best friend, Dan's brother and my niece and nephew. Quality family time that you can hear more about from Aila (8) and Will (10) at the end of the episode.
- I spent quality time with my great Aunt Florence after knee replacement. When she's done w/ rehab for her knee, going to make a date to have her help me with a sewing project.
On a Happy Note - Dan and I are planning a kayak camping trip in August.
- My friend Devon was back in the US for a visit. She lives in Vienna now with her husband and they are expecting first baby in November. While she was home, she, Kris and I made this corn chowder recipe from Food + Wine. It was a little bland so we added a little cayan pepper and about a cup and half of Fiesta blend shredded cheese from Whole Foods (just what I had in my fridge). Then on Sunday we went to her Shower.
- Enjoying getting back to walking on a more consistent basis.
- Trying out new "recipes" (I don't follow recipes strictly)
- Spaghetti Squash, Roasted Red Pepper, Zucchini, Eggplant, Tomatoes Basil, Ricotta (lazy man's veggie lasagne)
- Overnight Oats: 1/2 c rolled oats, 3/4 c unsweetened almond/coconut blend milk, 1scoop of vanilla protein, cinnamon and blueberries- put in fridge overnight. 6 Weight Watchers Smart Points
Quote of the Week “Do not hunt for subjects, let them choose you, not you them. Only do that which insists on being done and runs right up against you, hitting you in the eye until you do it.” -- Samuel Butler ------ Thank you for tuning in! Contact Information:
Direct download: Episode_117-_Under_Construction.mp3
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