Fri, 9 September 2016
Thank you for tuning in to Episode 97 of the Down Cellar Studio Podcast. This week's segments included: - Off the Needles
- On the Needles
- Brainstorming
- From the Armchair
- Crafty Adventures
- KAL News
- Events
- On a Happy Note
- Quote of the Week
Off the Needles - Pattern: Skipping Stones by Sally Cameron part of the Friendship across the Oceans collection with Clare Devine
- Needles: US 4 (3.5 mm)
- Yarn: Gale's Art Super Star DK
- Pattern: OMG Heel Socks by Megan Williams
- Needles: US 1 (2.0 mm) & US 1.5 (2.25 mm)
- Yarn: Mint Rain Hand Dyed Yarn- Self Striping Twist Sock in the "We're all Misfits" colorway
On the Needles - Pattern: Smooth Operator Socks by Susan B Anderson
- Needles: US 1.5 (2.5 mm)
- Yarn: Regia, Arnie & Carlos Color #02459
- 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
- Pattern: Sir Dandy Cephalopod by Susan Claudino
- Needles: US 6
- Yarn: Spunky Eclectic Targhee Classic in colorway: Emerald Isle Lot 1015 (195 yards)- worsted weight- greens and blues….. so oceanic.
- Pattern: OMG Heel Socks by Megan Williams
- Needles: US 1 (2.25 mm) (Need to do this when more than 450 yards in 100 gram skein)
- Yarn: Andre Sue Knits (Etsy)
- Notes. Plan for 4 shortie socks with different heels and toes.
2016 Patriots Socks - Pattern: OMG Heel Socks by Megan Williams
- Needles: US 1 (2.25 mm)
- Yarn: Knitters Brewing Company Sockaholic II in NE Patriots Tailgate Party Colorway
Brainstorming - I mentioned last time I'm looking for yarn for more Christmas socks. I purchased a skein from Lilliput Yarn in the Bumpus Hounds colorway and I love it!
- I'm totally jonesing to cast on the Fidra Hat by Gudrun Johnston
From the Armchair - This is a set of 16 inch (40 cm) needles that retails for $64.39.
- It comes with needle sizes 4-10.
- Definitely worth checking out, but tune in to hear my review!
Some new (to me) podcasts I'd recommend: Crafty Adventures I've been doing some sewing. I used the following two tutorials: KAL News 12 Months to Christmas KAL The Big, Bad, Berg-a-long - We are so lucky to have the designer Melanie Berg offering our listeners a 10% discount on her patterns (self-published) starting September 15th, 2016 and ending November 2, 2016.
Use the code BigBadBergAlong at checkout on Ravelry. - We are also going to be working with 3 Indie Dyers for this KAL.
- Sun Valley Fibers: There will be Free Shipping in the US for kits and special pricing on the kits that they are making up just for this KAL. You can get the same kit as I am getting or as one of the other podcasters. More information is coming, but look for a special link “Big Bad Berg-Along” on their website. Use the code BigBadBergAlong at checkout.
- Lollipop Yarns: On September 11 at 7pm Eastern there will be an update featuring Duet and Trio kits especially for Ashbury or Quicksilver patterns. She will be offering Free Shipping if you use the codeBigBadBergAlong at checkout. She will have these kits up for preview starting Monday September 5th, 2016 in the Lollipop Yarn Ravelry Group as well as on her website, linked above.
- One Twisted Tree: Danie will be offering a couple of different fall themed kits for the KAL. Check out the website for more information.
- I am planning to do the Sunwalker Shawl. with MCS from Sun Valley Fibers in Kensington Colorway.
- Participating in the Pigskin Party? You can double dip and this will earn you Interception points!
Pigskin Party '16 - Wondering what this crazy KAL is? Check out this page which gives you the best overview with all necessary links.
- 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
- Continue to update this with all of the points you earn during the KAL
- Check out our amazing sponsors.
- Find the coupons here.
- 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!
- Don't forget to use #DCSPigskinParty2016 on Instagram so we check out what you're doing and you can be eligible for participation prizes.
- Want to make sure you know the latest news about the Interceptions, swaps and other fun challenges throughout the Pigskin Party? Stay tuned to the Sidelines Games thread in the Ravelry Group.
Pro Shop Sponsors Key Details Mentioned in this Episode On a Happy Note - Meeting group member, Mislissa (Melissa) who has been able to come to my local knitting group!
- Settling into fall and doing more crafting!
- Kiddos going back to school!
- Getting back to the gym and getting closer to my weight loss goal (and yes, I still eat delicious things like Chipotle!)
- My dear friend and college roommate, Amber learning to knit so we've been connecting over that which I've thoroughly enjoyed! I shared some funny audio from her at the end of the episode. I also talked about how I recommend this book by Susan B Anderson to help her learn to knit and she's loved it!
Quote of the Week “By all these lovely tokens September days are here, With summer's best of weather And autumn's best of cheer.” —Helen Hunt Jackson ---------------------
Direct download: Episode_97__Ready_to_Party.mp3
Category: general
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Sat, 27 August 2016
Thank you for tuning in to Episode 96 of the Down Cellar Studio Podcast. This week's segments included: - Off the Needles
- Brainstorming
- Knitting in Passing
- In my Travels
- Events
- Contest, News & Notes
- On a Happy Note
Off the Needles - Yarn: Knits4Comfort Merino/Silk in the Beach Shade Colorway (438 yards of fingering)- used 80 grams
- Yarn: Valley Yarns Huntington- used 42 grams in a medium gray
- Needles: US 6 (4.0 mm)
- Pattern: a new, original design that will be called the Emelyn Mae shawl after my niece who goes to knitting festivals with me and helped me pick out this skein of yarn from Knits4Comfort
- Yarn: Knitting Fever KFI Luxury Collection Indulgence Cashmere Colorway- 602
- Needles: US 2 (2.75mm)
- OMG Heel by Megan Williams
- Yarn: Koigu KPPPM in Color 6156 & Louet Gems Gingering Weight (burnt orange)
- Needles: US 1.5 (2.5 mm)
- OMG Heel by Megan Williams
- Yarn: leftover fingering weight yarn from sock
- Hook Size: D 3.0 mm & H 5.0 mm
- Pattern: Double Crochet Granny Square
- Some Notes:
- Each square has 3 rounds with sock yarn (2 grams each) & a border of Plymouth Select DK in white (1 round= 2 grams)
- I purchased 16 skeins of the Plymouth DK. 3 full skeins plus almost another full skein in scraps remain.
- Final size- 10 squares by 16. Single crocheted together. 3 rounds of DC edging. Specific notes about how I did the corners are in my project page linked above.
- Fingering for squares: 1280 yards | White for squares: 832 yards | White for seaming: 327.6 yards | TOTAL: 2439 yards (2230 meters)
- Yarn: Mirasol Tuhu- DK weight yarn
- Needles: US 5
- Provisionally cast on 60 stitches, knitting in the round. long tube that kitchener together to make a long infinity cowl.
- Random striping- gray, aquamarine, chartreuse, cream, hot pink and tangerine
- Kitchener in the Round Tutorial: I used this video to help me kitchener this cowl together.
- Final result: 54 inches long and 5.5 inches wide
- Yarn: Knit Picks Felici in Kaleidescope colorway
- Needles: US 1.5 (2.5 mm)
- Pattern: OMG Heel by Megan Williams (knit cuff down)
- First Knit Picks experience- this yarn had 3 knots between the two 50 g skeins. Not the ideal first time around, especially for self striping. I did my own color management and made this best of it. I'm still totally happy with these, the yarn is super soft. I think it is great for gifts.
- Yarn: Cascade Eco Alpaca (worsted) in Nature & Burgundy
- Needles: US 6: 4.0 mm
- Pattern: Santa's Ho-Ho Hat by Jacquelynn Vance-Kuss (free)
- Saw this at knit night, friend Jenn Sheelen knit one and I wanted one! So happy to have this finished
Stash Dash 2016 Total: 11,351 meters in 40 FOs (16 started before Stash Dash) Brainstorming - I want to knit a week's worth of Christmas socks. Do you have ideas of yarn I could buy? Tell me about it in the Ravelry Group.
- My next scrap yarn blanket will be with Crochet Hexagons. Maybe with a gradiating gray border. What do you think of that idea? Here's a tutorial I found on the crocheted hexagons in case you're interested: Tutorial that might help.
Knitting In Passing My 4 year old niece, Millie, loves the bunny I knit for her she was little. She calls it Hoppy. Pattern from Susan B Anderson: Mini-Sock Yarn Bunny pattern. She wants a friend for Hoppy in Purple! Aila at Williamsburg - where she encountered and participating in knitting. In My Travels Red Sox Stitch and Pitch: super hot but we had a lot of fun! Fiber Revival in Newbury MA on Saturday 8/13. I drove up with Lisa and Emilia. We met up with Mara & Erika. Cool stuff I bought: Mara learned some spinning from the lovely, talented and very funny Kathy and her husband David from The Merlin Tree. Events 12 Months to Christmas KAL-- Winners Announced this Episode Pigskin Party '16 KAL - Tune in to hear a review of the Rules and Details of the Pigskin Party '16 KAL. The KAL runs from September 8, 2016- February 6, 2017.
- Check out the Prize Thread in the Ravelry Group.
- Our list of Sponsors is almost finalized. Click here for a link but check back soon for the FINAL list.
- Some of our amazing sponsors have offered up Coupon Codes. Check them out before you start shopping!
- The Pre-Season chat thread has already started. Want to strategize, meet some new friends and catch up with the ones you made last year-- click here!
On a Happy Note - Custom orthotics might be the answer to my heel problems! Fingers crossed
- Lisa & I went to a Jazz concert by a Berklee Student at the Boston Public Library for knit night a few weeks ago! SO fun!
- Family time! Sleepovers & my grandmother's birthday. Always makes me happy!
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Wed, 10 August 2016
Thank you for tuning in to Episode 95 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
- Events
- Contest, News & Notes
- Ask Me Anything
- On a Happy Note
Off the Needles - Yarn: KnitCircus Yarn- Greatest of Ease Base- Gradient Stripes Set in the Pool Party Colorway- exclusive for Splash Pad Party 16
- Needles: US 1 & 1.5 (2.25 & 2.5 mm)
- OMG Heel by Megan Williams- top down
- Needle: US 3/ 3.25mm
- Yarn: Holiday Yarn Flocksock in Peachy Keen Colorway
- Pattern: Boxy by Joji Locatelli
- Size: X-Small
- Click on link above to my project page for detailed notes
- Yarn: Patons Kroy Stripes in Blue Brown Marl colorway
- Needles: US 1.5 (2.5 mm)
- OMG Heel by Megan Williams- top down
- Yarn: Quaere Fibre Sock Blank
- Needles: US 1.5 (2.5 mm)
- OMG Heel by Megan Williams- top down
On the Needles - Yarn: leftover fingering weight yarn from sock
- Hook Size: D 3.0 mm & H 5.0 mm
- Pattern: Double Crochet Granny Square
- 3 rounds with sock yarn, 1 round with Plymouth Select DK in white
- Going to finish seaming this summer. That's my new goal!
Brainstorming Stash Dash runs until Sunday August 21 From the Armchair - iOS App for podcasts
- I highly recommend this app. It's free and contains a lot of cool features over the iOS native app.
Events 12 Months to Christmas KAL New Prizes- will giveaway in Episode 96 Looking for gift knit/crochet ideas- check out the Splash Pad Party Golf Tournament Team Threads & Mini Golf Threads for small project ideas. Splash Pad Party '16 The big bash wrapped up 7/31! What a great time it was! Tune in to hear if you won a prize! If you did, be sure to contact me via email or Ravelry PM. Click here for reminder of the amazing prizes we have for this KAL! Thank you again to our Splash Pad Party Pro Shop Sponsors: Still waiting to hear from winners announced on last episode for the participation prizes so if you haven't tuned in yet, please check out Episode 94. The Pigskin Party KAL will be kicking off with the NFL Football season in September. I still have just a few spots left. Click here for details, and fill out the form today if you're interested in signing on as a sponsor. Fiber Events - Fiber Revival Saturday, August 13, 2016 9am to 4pm Spencer Peirce Little Farm on 5 Little’s Lane Newbury, Massachusetts
- Southern Adirondack Fiber Festival: September 24 & 25 at the Washington County Fairgrounds in Greenwich, NY
- Indie Untangled Trunk Show October 14, 2016 from 5p-8p at the The Best Western Plus, 503 Washington Ave., Kingston, N.Y.
- New York Sheep and Wool Oct 15-16, 2015 at the Dutchess County Fairgrounds, Rhinebeck, NY
Contest News & Notes Ask Me Anything - I answered a question from cynalune on Ravelry about my dream knitting bag.
- My favorite purse currently I purchase from this shop on Etsy.
- Hear more about my 2 bag system for commuting to work via train on Episode 93.
On a Happy Note - My cousin's bachelorette party in Provincetown (Cape Cod). Favorite places: Patio (went to lunch with Mom), Boat Slip Beach Club Tea Dance (4-7p)
- MGH Diversity Statement- came through on my work email and I was so touched by it.
- Because of diversity we will excel. We think broadly about diversity and everything that makes us unique. It is core to our mission. Our differences make the MGH a more interesting and distinctive environment in which to work and are an important means of providing the very best care to every one of our patients, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, religion, age, sexual orientation, disabilities, life experiences, geographic backgrounds, skills and talents among others. We will not excel without recognizing and appreciating everyone’s perspectives.
- Through inclusion we will respect. Together we work hard to make this hospital a diverse and inclusive place of healing. Encouraging a broad range of opinions, ideas and perspectives drives creativity, innovation and excellence. Our continued engagement in our nationally recognized initiatives and programs highlights our commitment to diversity and inclusion. But this ongoing work will not be complete until every employee, every patient, every family member, every visitor feels safe, respected, welcome, comfortable, supported and accepted within our walls.
- Focused on equity we will serve, heal, educate and innovate. Our job is to improve health and save lives, regardless of what our patients or colleagues look like, where they come from, what they believe, or who they love. Issues of equity and justice are not separate but rather intertwined with patient care, education, research, and community health. Targeting inequality enhances the quality of care for all. We believe in treating our patients and each other with the dignity that every human being deserves.
- Meeting up with new friends at Gather Here in Cambridge, MA for knit night.
- Bathing suits that fit from Athleta. Rash guard love. Pacifica (long sleeved version)
- Not so happy- water in our well is low because of the summer drought. Good news is that we're finding ways to conserve water and hopefully are building in some better long-term routines.
Direct download: Episode_95-_Adding_up_the_Meters.mp3
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Wed, 27 July 2016
Thank you for tuning in to Episode 94 of the Down Cellar Studio Podcast. This week's segments included: - Off the Needles
- On the Needles
- From the Armchair
- Crafty Adventures
- In my Travels
- Events
- Contest, News & Notes
- On a Happy Note
Off the Needles - Hook: US H/ 5.0mm
- Yarn: Lily Sugar and Cream in Black Currant Colorway and a little white for trim
- No pattern.
- Hook: US H/ 5.0mm
- Yarn: Lily Sugar and Cream in Black Currant and scraps from a blue/green/purple/white striping
- Pattern: Hexagon from this tutorial
- Hook: I/ 5.5 mm
- Yarn:
- Pattern: Used this tutorial to learn how to make a hexagon.
- Hook: unsure
- Yarn: Infinite Twist Helix and Cascade 220 Superwash leftovers
- Pattern: double crochet granny squares
- Idea from Susan B Anderson in this blog post.
- Needles: US 1.5/ 2.5 mm
- Yarn: Berry Colorful Yarning in the Pats Colorway
- Pattern: OMG Heel by Megan Williams
- Yarn: One Twisted Tree Prime Fingering Base. Color A (light coral is called Seashell). Color B (dark coral is called Reef Coral) and Color C (aqua blue is called Gulf)
- Needles: US 6 (4.0 mm)
- Pattern: Riley Rose Shawl
Stash Dash Total (so far): 4,537 meters On the Needles - Yarn: KnitCircus Yarn- Greatest of Ease Base- Gradient Stripes Set in the Pool Party Colorway- exclusive for Splash Pad Party 16
- Needles: US 1 & 1.5 (2.25 & 2.5 mm)
- OMG Heel by Megan Williams- top down
- Needle: US 3/ 3.25mm
- Yarn: Holiday Yarn Flocksock
- Pattern: Boxy by Joji Locatelli
From the Armchair $10.99 online or in store at The Yarn Sellar in York, ME Really cute book. I encourage you to go check it out! Crafty Adventures Tie dye project with kids! In My Travels Events 12 Months to Christmas KAL Splash Pad Party - See official rules for all of the details
- Tune in to Episode 91 to hear about all of the amazing prizes from our Sponsors.
- Golf Tournament is underway! Our first team has finished but there are still lots of prizes up for grabs so keep on knitting. Prizes will be announced in future episodes.
- I announced prizes for our first team to finish the tournament; more prizes will be announced in Episode 95.
- We also have a round of Mini Golf going on. Check it out here and enter your FOs in this thread.
- Tune in to hear if you won a prize in the Splash Pad Party for Instagram or chatting in one of our various chatter threads. I'll announce the rest of the winners in Episode 95.
- Even though the KAL ends on 7/31 there is still plenty of time for summer knitting. Feel free to continue to use the #splashpadparty16 so others can see your projects. Chat threads will still be open.
Be sure to check out our Splash Pad Party Pro Shop Sponsors: Fiber Events - Stitch and Pitch Boston 2016 Thursday August 11 at 7:10p $45 per ticket. Purchase online, gets you voucher then you meet up outside Gate K with the group to get your actual ticket for entry. Lisa and I are going. If you’re local you should join us.
- Fiber Revival Saturday, August 13, 2016 9am to 4pm Spencer Peirce Little Farm on 5 Little’s Lane Newbury, Massachusetts
- $6 entrance fee ($4 children) to the property
- Lisa and I will be there and are planning to claim a spot and sit and knit for the day, weather permitting. Hope you’ll join us- let us know in this thread on Ravelry.
- Indie Untangled Trunk Show October 14, 2016 from 5p-8p at the The Best Western Plus, 503 Washington Ave., Kingston, N.Y.
- New York Sheep and Wool Oct 15-16, 2015 at the Dutchess County Fairgrounds, Rhinebeck, NY
Contest News & Notes - My new design, the Riley Rose pattern is now available.
- There is a coupon code available for podcast listeners. Tune in for details.
- If knit and finish by August 6th. Post project page and PM me. Pick one of my patterns free for yourself and a friend of your choice.
On a Happy Note - I went to see Vertical Horizon’s free concert in the Boston Common with Lisa, and her son and daughter. Really fun night. It was hot but the show was great, forgot how much I loved their music. And we knit!
- Aila and Will slept over the weekend of the 16-17th so parents can finish some renovation work at their house. Pool day Sat and Sunday!
- Sunday afternoon went to a cookout at my Nana’s assisted living facility. Knit and listened to the music. Fun! Knitting definitely helped what could have been an otherwise boring function.
- Aila left Giraffe Mommy- her prized possession- at our house. I came home and found her. Told Kris I’d send lots of photos of GM and me having fun so A would know she was ok. Dinner, showers, reading, made her a tent to sleep in, snuggles, riding the train, going to work. set up her own little office. Went to the craft store and then taught her to crochet so she could make a dress. Aila called Monday night when she got back from a trip with her grandmother, sad about it. Told me all of Giraffe Mommy's favorite things so I’d know. Very sweet. Brought her back on Tuesday.
- Wednesday night I went to Will and Aila’s track meet where we did a mini birthday celebration for Will before they left for vacation. I gave him the Rhino I had intended for Christmas!
- Finally scored a sock blank from Andre Sue Knits on Etsy
- Mom found a photo of a dress she made when she was in her early 20's that she wore to her Bridal Shower. She handed it down to me and its my favorite item of clothing! Was fun to have a photo of her wearing it.
Direct download: Episode_94-_Of_Crochet__Giraffes.mp3
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Fri, 8 July 2016
Thank you for tuning in to Episode 93 of the Down Cellar Studio Podcast. This week's segments included: - On the Needles
- Off the Needles
- From the Armchair
- Knitting in Passing
- In my Travels
- Events
- Contest, News & Notes
- Ask Me Anything
- On a Happy Note
On the Needles - Yarn: Patons Kroy Stripes in Blue Brown colorway
- Needles: US 1.5 (2.5 mm)
- OMG Heel by Megan Williams- top down
- Yarn: KnitCircus Yarn- Greatest of Ease Base- Gradient Stripes Set in the Pool Party Colorway- exclusive for Splash Pad Party 16
- Needles: US 1.5 (22.5 mm)
- OMG Heel by Megan Williams- top down
- Yarn: Berry Colorful Yarnings Saturated Sock self striping in the Pats colorway
- Needles: US 1.5 (2.5 mm)
- OMG Heel by Megan Williams- top down
- Worked on these on 4th of July- Pub Crawl along the Freedom Trail with friends. Seemed fitting.
- Yarn: One Twisted Tree Prime Fingering Base. Color A (light coral - Seashell). Color B (dark coral- Reef Coral) and Color C (aqua blue- Gulf)
- Needles: US 6 (4.0 mm)
- Pattern: Riley Rose Shawl-- soon to be released
- Yarn Availability: Tuesday July 12th at One Twisted Tree 5 colors to choose from. Shadow (gray), Sandbar (tan), Gulf (aqua blue), Seashell (light coral), Reef Coral (dark coral). If you haven't signed up for Danie's newsletter I recommend it (enter your email address on right side of her webpage).
Off the Needles - Yarn: Regia Fluormania in Neon Beach
- Needles: US 1 & 1.5 (2.25 & 2.5 mm)
- OMG Heel by Megan Williams- top down
- How I knit-- US 1 needles 2x2 rib for 10 rounds, stockinette for 10 rounds. May just do all ribbing to heel next time.
- How do they wear? GREAT!
Stash Dash Update: 3,422 meters to date! From the Armchair Knitting in Passing Tune in to hear a chat with my newly 8 year old nephew Oisin about how he learned to knit. What he likes to work on. Why he likes knitting etc. He talks about having Dysgraphia and how working with his hands in knitting helps him. Events 12 Months to Christmas KAL - Prizes- will giveaway in August
Splash Pad Party This fun filled, summer KAL runs from June 1- July 31 Pigskin Party will be starting up in early September. Click here for details from last year's Pigskin PartyInterested in sponsoring? Be sure to sign up for my email newsletter. Fiber Events - Fiber Revival Saturday, August 13, 2016 9am to 4pm Spencer Peirce Little Farm on 5 Little's Lane Newbury, Massachusetts
- $6 entrance fee ($4 children) to the property
- Lisa and I will be there and are planning to claim a spot and sit and knit for the day, weather permitting. Hope you'll join us- let us know in this thread on Ravelry.
- Indie Untangled Trunk Show October 14, 2016 from 5p-8p at the The Best Western Plus, 503 Washington Ave., Kingston, N.Y.
- New York Sheep and Wool Oct 15-16, 2015 at the Dutchess County Fairgrounds, Rhinebeck, NY
Contests, News & Notes Ask Me Anything In this episode I answer a question from CrochetbyChineka about train/commute knitting tips. I mention a bag I bought on Amazon that sits on the floor of the train (that I don't mind if it gets dirty). It was a great deal and has served me well. Here is a photo of my 2 bag system. On a Happy Note We also had a sleepover for his birthday and he got the much anticipated birthday pancakes! Pool days! and pool knitting of course I bought my first Felici Self Striping Yarn! Lisa and I went in on an order (it's not all mine I swear).
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Sat, 25 June 2016
Thank you for tuning in to Episode 92 of the Down Cellar Studio Podcast. This week's segments included: - Off the Needles
- On the Needles
- Brainstorming
- From the Armchair
- Crafty Adventures
- Events
- Contest, News & Notes
- Ask Me Anything
- On a Happy Note
Off the Needles - Yarn: Bergere de France Goomy 50 in the Imprim Beige colorway & cream
- Needles: US 1.5 (2.5 mm)
- Pattern: OMG Heel by Megan Williams
- Yarn: Patons Kroy- Purple Haze Colorway
- Needles US 2 & 3 (2.75 and 3.25 mm)
- Pattern: None. Cast on 56, 2x2 ribbing for about 2 inches. Switched to stockinette then moved up to US 3 needles.
2 improvised crochet dishcloths On the Needles - Yarn: Regia Fluormania in Neon Beach- neon orange and turquoise blue
- Needles: US 1 & 1.5 (2.25 & 2.5 mm)
- OMG Heel by Megan Williams
- Yarn: Berry Colorful Yarnings Saturated Sock self striping in the Pats colorway
- Needles: US 1.5 (2.5 mm)
- OMG Heel by Megan Williams
- Yarn: Knitting Fever KFI Luxury Collection Indulgence Cashmere Colorway- 602
- Needles: US 2 (2.75mm)
- OMG Heel by Megan Williams
- Yarn: Knits4Comfort Merino/Silk in the Beach Shade Colorway (438 yards of fingering)
- Pattern: new design in progress
Brainstorming The yarn for my Boxy Sweater arrived! Holiday Yarn Flocksock Fingering. Peachy Keen Colorway. 75% SW Merino. 25% Nylon. I have some yarn from One Twisted Tree coming to knit the final sample of this shawl which should be published soon. Crochet kit for Anna doll (from Frozen) with Jasmin at Stitches West in February. Really want to cast that on. Itching for some crochet. Hopefully soon. From the Armchair Crafty Adventures I went to a local paint night with my friends Lisa and Suzanne and we painted wine glasses. Ask Me Stuff Mislissa asked about how I factor in sizing for gift knits. Tune in to hear my response. Events 12 Months to Christmas KAL (feel free to double dip with Splash Pad Party if you're gifting the finished object) Splash Pad Party This fun filled, summer KAL runs from June 1- July 31 Be sure to check out our Splash Pad Party Pro Shop Sponsors: In this episode I announced 5 winners for Instagram post and Ravelry Chatter as part of the Splash Pad Party KAL. - This event will be held on Saturday, August 13, 2016 from 9am to 4pm at the Spencer Peirce Little Farm on 5 Little's Lane Newbury, Massachusetts
- I am hoping to attend. More details on that soon.
Contests, News & Notes Check out the Sock Yarn Swappers group on Ravelry, as well as on Facebook. They are running a KAL to use up all these mini skeins. The Summer of Squares KAL will run from May 27 to August 27 . On a Happy Note Birthday fun! Which started early! On Wednesday I received a Knitter's Brewing Company Splash Pad Party gradient set from Lisa! Thursday night- I helped out my BFF and received some more early birthday gifts. A giraffe nightgown + necklace that has first initial from each of 7 nieces and nephews. SO special.Friday- Dan and I went to see mt grandmother in the morning then to get massages. Had a wonderful time at his friend's wedding. Saturday- spent the day photographing my nieces and nephew's dance recital dress rehearsalSunday we went out to breakfast at my favorite breakfast place then Riley made her stage debut as an Oompa Loompa in Charlie and Chocolate factory. With birthday money and gift cards, I bought a set of Fiestaware dishes to replace some cheaper dishes we bought 8 years ago when we first moved into our house. Riley and Millie's gymnastics recital, Aila, Emelyn, Will & Oisin's dance recital then our twin friends' 40th birthday party. Sunday--- Fun day for Father's Day by the pool. Did some pool knitting but my sock was co-opted by Riley who wanted to knit on them. Thank you for tuning in!
Direct download: Episode_92__Its_a_Marathon_Not_a_Sprint.mp3
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Thu, 9 June 2016
Mom joins me for Episode 91 to celebrate the opening of the pool (both real and virtual). I announce the prizes available for the Splash Pad Party 2016 and share lots of finished objects! Check out our Ravelry Group to chat and find show notes on my website. Thanks for tuning in! Jen & Diane
Direct download: Episode_91-_The_Pool_is_Open.mp3
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Fri, 27 May 2016
Thank you for tuning in!
For full show notes, please check out my website: www.downcellarstudio.com/90
Happy Knitting!
Direct download: Episode_90.mp3
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Fri, 13 May 2016
Thank you for tuning in to Episode 89! Show notes can be found at: www.downcellarstudio.com/89 In this episode, I talk about 1 new shawl, a bunch of WIPs, lots of details about the Splash Pad Party KAL and other contests and events in our group & the knitting community as a whole.
Direct download: Episode_89-_All_the_Summer_KALs.mp3
Category: general
-- posted at: 6:44pm EDT
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Sat, 23 April 2016
Hope you enjoy Episode 88 of the Down Cellar Studio Podcast. This episode features lots of knitting and crochet, stories of my recent trip to Newport, RI and lots of other Happy Notes including some audio of Riley and me during a girls day out and some bonus audio at the end of the episode of some quality time with my 6 year old niece Aila and 8 year old nephew Will.
I also share the list of Splash Pad Party 2016 Sponsors and announce the details of a Mini Skein Swap going on in the group now. Signs up for the swap open until Wednesday 4/27!
Direct download: Episode_88-Sweet_Bunny.mp3
Category: general
-- posted at: 10:44am EDT
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