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Sat, 10 December 2016

Episode 103: From Dirt Bikes to Knitting in 2.5 Seconds

Thank you for tuning in to Episode 103 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

In my Travels

KAL News

Events

Life in Focus

Ask Me Anything

On a Happy Note

Pigskin Party KAL

Quote of the Week

Thank you to this episode's show sponsors, The Yarn Sellar & Knit Life Designs

Off the Needles

Ashley's Christmas Stocking

Pattern: Christmas Stockings to Knit and Crochet by Family Circle (originally in November 1977 magazine) Was reprinted in 90's.
Hook: F (3.75 mm)
Yarn: Paton's Classic Wool- Bright Red.

Booties for Emma

Hook: F (3.75 mm)
Yarn: Berroco Vintage from Riley's 2015 Christmas mittens

Regia Blue Jean Socks

Pattern: Spacious OMG
Yarn: Regia Jean Style Color
Needles: US 1.5 (2.5 mm)

Crochet Basket

Basket #4 this season
Black and red with sparkles
Yarn: Lion Brand Wool Ease Thick and Quick
No handles on this one

Wintertide Headband

Hook: I (5.5mm)
Pattern: Wintertide Headband by Elena Hunt (free)
Yarn: Lion Brand Wool Ease Thick and Quick- charcoal gray heather
Whipped up in less than an hour
Found a cool black button in my stash. Super fun! Quick gift

Red Ninja, Blue Ninja & Green Ninja

Yarn: Cascade 220 superwash + Loops & Thread Impeccable
Hook: C (2.75 mm)
No pattern

Christmas Dress and Headband for Giraffe Mommy

Hook: J
Yarn: cream and gold acrylic from Target
No pattern (similar to the purple one she's wearing below)

Yoki the Dragon

Pattern: Yoki the Dragon Amigurumi by Mariska Vos-Bolman ($5)- buy 4 get one free deal no code needed
Hook: C (2.75 mm)
Yarn: Knit Picks Wool of the Andes
More advanced pattern- all pieces crocheted separately and added on

On the Needles

Legwarmers for Riley

Yarn: Legacy Fiber Arts in the Steel Toes base. Colorway: Sue Says So
Needles: US 1.5 for ribbing and US 2 for body
Pattern: None. Cast on 56 with US 1.5 needles. Switch to US 2 after ribbing. Knit one inch then increased to 60 stitches. 16 inches long for Riley who is 8 years old.

Grammy's shawl

Yarn: Ross Farm Shetland 3 ply sport
Needles: US 8
Pattern: New design, half hexagon shape like My Own Backyard

Brainstorming

Christmas Knitting/Crochet plans:

DONE- headband for co-worker using the Wintertide Headband pattern
DONE- Dragon for Will using Yoki the Dragon pattern
Unicorns for Ella and Carina using Shy Little Unicorn Pattern -- got great deals on Black Friday so will save this for their birthdays,
Washcloths I found 11 I made during Stash Dash
Oisin needed a toy, but I found an alien I crocheted last year!
Left to do:
- Shawl for Gram- in progress
- Outfits for Riley's doll (made last year)
- Mittens for Riley- barely started- will chat more about them next time...
- Aila- kitty using kitty ballerina pattern from Etsy
- Bella- penguin using a pattern gifted to me by Joy- Happyfox24
- Nana, Kris and Megg crochet basket- may only make 1, we'll see
- Garret- ninjas- white one
- Ice cream coozie for Matt
- New: Triple Luxe Cowl for Gail (if don't get completely finished its ok)- recording 12/8 -- 14 days... still going to be interesting
Maybe:
- poncho (Azel pullover by Heidi May)
- Anna dolla (from Kit) for Millie

KAL News

12 Months to Christmas KAL

12 Months to Christmas FO Thread
12 Months to Christmas Chat Thread
over 300 entries so far! Don't forget to get in your November and December entries. Even if you haven't participated all year- doesn't matter. still have a shot to win.

12 Months to Christmas KAL Prizes!

Amplitude Shawl pattern by Greg Cohoon
Skein of Worsted weight yarn from Tink Yarn in Lady Luck colorway
Project bag from Freckled Whimsey- navy with hearts. Good sock size. Removeable wristlet strap.
Ripple Ribbed Socks pattern by Susie White

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 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 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.

Thank you to our Pro Shop Sponsors!

Key Details Mentioned in this Episode

Interceptions:
- #BigBadBergAlong has come to a close. Winners announced!
- Berry Colorful Yarnings Self-Striping Interception closed. Winners announced!
- Still running:
  - WIPs Interception- runs through 12/31
    - Finish some WIPs that you started before 9/8
    - Rules are posted in the Chat Thread and the FO Thread.
  - Fibernymph Dye Works Mini Skein Interception: December 1- January 15
    - Check out the Chat Thread & FO Thread

Announced November Interception Prizes

Events

Vogue Knitting Live- NYC January 13-15, 2017
Mini Skein Swap in the Ravelry group. Will be open until December 10th

Life in Focus

In this episode I talked about managing eating well and how I find balance during the holiday season. I mentioned the most recent episode of the Happier Podcast which I found really timely (re: "Not Treating Yourself" and Planned Exceptions)

Ask Me Anything

This week I answered a question from Donna (ZoSew) regarding changing yarns and colors in crochet.

Here is a helpful link I used when learning which I also discussed on Episode 74.

On a Happy Note

The first part of this audio was recorded with my 8 year old niece Riley who asked if we could record together!
I managed to lose 1.4 pounds during Thanksgiving week which feels like a huge win. Part of that was exercise for sure including this beautiful walk on Thanksgiving morning.
SO much fun on the dirt bikes. After Riley and I recorded I took a try! Video on Instagram.
Megg, Tom, Em and Oisin stayed for dinner/Pats game. Megg kitchenered the two toes on her very first pair of socks! They came out great.
Gilmore Girls reboot on Netflix!
Got most of my shopping done Black Friday (with Mom!!) and Cyber Monday!
Lavash pizza with roasted tomatoes & basil and Trader Joe's cinnamon almonds. Obsessed!!
Will and AIla's annual Christmas! Sleepover

Quote of the Week

"Before you call someone lazy or judge them, try to imagine their perspective, beliefs, and abilities and forget yours. That is, respond with curiosity and empathy. When you do, I predict you’ll find yourself understanding their choices. You may not like their beliefs and choices, but you’ll understand them."

-Joshua Spodek

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