Episode 104: Gifts Galore!

Thank you for tuning in to Episode 104 of the Down Cellar Studio Podcast. This week's segments included:

 

• Off the Needles
• On the Needles
• Brainstorming
• KAL News
• Events
• On a Happy Note
• Quote of the Week

 

Thank you to this episode's sponsor: Knits4Comfort

 

Off the Needles

 

White Ninja

• Yarn: Bernat worsted weight
• Hook: C (2.75 mm)
• No pattern- details written up in project page linked above

 

Sylvie the Ballerina Kitty

• Yarn: Cascade 220 Superwash
• Hook: C (2.75 mm)
• Pattern: Sylvie the Ballerina from Bubbles and Bongos on Easy (not available on Ravelry)

 

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.

Outfits for Riley's doll

 

 

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Triple Luxe Cowl

• Yarn: madelinetosh vintage in Neon Peach Colorway (2 skeins)
• Hook: I (5.5 mm)
• Pattern: Triple Luxe Cowl free crochet pattern by Stephanie Jessica Lau
• Chained about 175 sts. Followed pattern aside from cast on number.

 

 

Matt's Ice Cream Quart Cozy 

• Yarn: Loops and Threads Impeccable Solids (worsted/aran acrylic yarn)
• Hook: H
• Pattern- improvised.

 

Grammy's shawl

• Yarn: Ross Farm Shetland 3 ply sport
• Needles: US 8
• Pattern: New design, half hex shape

 

On the Needles

Riley's Mittens

• Yarn: Knit Picks Brava Worsted in White and Black
• Needles: US 6 (4.0 mm)
• Pattern: Little Waiting for Winter Mittens by Susan B Anderson
• 8-12 year old size for Riley who is 8.

 

Penguin Amigurumi

• Yarn: Knit Picks Brava Worsted in White and Black
• Hook: C (2.75mm)
• Pattern: Penguin Amigurumi by  Mariska Vos-Bolman

 

Dan’s Extra Crazy Socks

• Yarn: KFI Luxury Collection (MCN)
• Needles: US 2 (2.75mm)
• Pattern: OMG heel

Cascade Heritage Prints Christmas Socks

• Yarn: Cascade Heritage Prints Color 26 Holidays
• Needles: US 1.5 (2.5 mm)
• Pattern: OMG Heel

Brainstorming

I talked a bit about potential plans for 2017!

 

 

KAL News

 

12 Months to Christmas KAL

• 12 Months to Christmas FO Thread
• 12 Months to Christmas Chat Thread

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 Whimsy
• Ripple Ribbed Socks pattern by Susie White
• New Horizons Set by Jenn Sheelen

 

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.

Thank you to our Pro Shop Sponsors!

• Berry Colorful Yarnings
• Bijou Basin Ranch
• Daizie Knits
• Fair Winds Farm
• Fiber Nymph Dye Works
• Knit Life Designs
• Knitcircus Yarns
• Knits4Comfort
• Knitters Brewing Company
• Knitty Kitty Bags
• Lilliput Yarn
• Media Peruana Designs
• One Geek To Craft Them All
• Pearl and Plum
• Plum Deluxe Tea
• Prairie Bag Works
• Sun Valley Fibers
• Sunsoaked Yarns
• The Yarn Sellar
• Yarn Geek Fibers

 

Key Details Mentioned in this Episode-

 

• WIPs Interception- still running-- through 12/31
  • Finish some WIPs that you started before 9/8
  • Rules are posted in the Chat Thread and the FO Thread.
  • Please post any/all questions in the Questions Thread.
  • Prizes * $30 gift certificate to Knitters Brewing Company * DubbleBubble Sock Kit by Knitters Brewing Company * A set of Inversibles (Bounce fingering weight base - two 200-yard skeins) from Fibernymph Dye Works * $25 Gift Certificate to Beautiful Syster (Project bag maker) on Etsy * A pattern of the winner's choice from Knit Knight Designs * A pattern of winner's choice from Brenda Castiel * A pattern of winner's choice from Wendy Gaal of Knitters Brewing Company
  • Points- 25 points for each WIP you finish before 12/8. No yardage points, sponsor points. No other points at all. 25 max.
• Mini Skein Interception- sponsored by Fibernymph Dye Works
  • Use one or more mini skeins to make a project from start to finish (adding to a cozy memories blanket won't start). Must be a new cast-on and cast off.
  • Runs December 1- January 15th
  • Check out the threads for details- Chat Thread & FO Thread
• January Interception- Sponsored by Knit Knight Designs
  • Small and Self Indulgent: check out the Chat Thread
  • Cast-on on/after January 1. Finish by January 31.
  • Create project 300 yards to less- that you plan to keep for yourself. Could be something to wear or something for your home. Anything that will be a bright spot in your life. Just tell us why it brings you joy to make/have etc.
  • Check out the threads for more details.

Events

Vogue Knitting Live- NYC  January 13-15, 2017

 

On a Happy Note

 

• Kris and Aila in Miracle on 34th Street the Musical
• Sitting by the Christmas tree
• Friends' Christmas Parties!
• Getting a new (to me) car!
• Sending Christmas cards this year

Quote of the Week

From Miracle on 34th Street

 

"I'm not just a whimsical figure who wears a charming suit and affects a jolly demeanor, you know. I'm a symbol. I'm a symbol of the human ability to be able to suppress the selfish and hateful tendencies that rule the major part of our lives. If you can't believe, if you can't accept anything on faith, then you're doomed to a life dominated by doubt." -Kris Kringle

 

 

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