Down Cellar Studio Podcast
Thank you for tuning in to Episode 219 of the Down Cellar Studio Podcast. Full show notes with photos can be found on my website. Scroll down for links.
 
This week's segments included:
 
  • Off the Needles, Hook or Bobbins
  • On the Needles, Hook or Bobbins
  • Brainstorming
  • From the Armchair
  • In my Travels
  • KAL News
  • Events
  • Life in Focus
  • On a Happy Note
  • Quote of the Week
 
Off the Needles, Hook or Bobbins
 
Fall is My Favorite Socks
 
Whatits Galore Socks
  • Yarn: Knit Picks Felici in the Whatits Galore Colorway
  • Needles: US 1.5 (2.5 mm)
  • Pattern: OMG Heel by Megan Williams
  • Want to try Felici? Consider using my Knit Picks Affiliate Link
  • I found the first sock & finished the second!
 
On the Needles, Hook or Bobbins
 
Pink Moon Sweater
  • Pattern: Pink Moon by This.Bird.Knits. $8 US Pattern available on Ravelry and on the This.Bird.Knits Site.
  • Needles: US 5 & 7 (3.75 & 4.5 mm)
  • Yarn:
    • Sweitzer Fiber Mill unknown (gray)- Rhinebeck 2019
    • Lisa Daschinger Wools (mustard)- Farm Fiber Day's Russell's Market January 2020
    • mur yarn merino cashmere fingering (pink)- Barcelona 2019
    • Rowan Alpaca Classic (pink) Staci's Stitches- LYS
    • Marroon- Handspun
  • A little bit of lace in the yoke above the colorwork- Pink held double w/ alpaca. First time using a fuzzy yarn
  • Finished yoke & tried it on.
 
Spinning
  • Rhapsody Fiber Arts Marina Roving: 50% Angora/50% Merino. 2 oz
  • No colorway name
 
Baker Street Socks
  • Yarn: Knit Picks Felici and in the Baker Street Colorway & Knit Picks Stroll in Navy
  • Needles: US 1.5 (2.5 mm)
  • Pattern: OMG Heel by Megan Williams
 
Costume Party Socks
  • Yarn: Woolens & Nosh Sock in the Costume Party Colorway (75% SW Merino/25% nylon)
  • Needles: US 1.5 (2.5 mm)
  • Pattern: OMG Heel by Megan Williams
 
Static Socks
  • Yarn: Knit Picks Static in the Neptune Colorway 
  • Needles: US 1.5 (2.5 mm)
  • Pattern: OMG Heel by Megan Williams
  • First sock 36g. 10 inches from cuff to start of heel flap and about a 10.5 inch foot. 56 sts/ 8 sts per inch gauge.
 
Brainstorming
 
  • Cozy Winter Sweater Wreath- Ravelry Link to Pattern
    • Heard about this on the Imagined Landscapes Podcast Episode 125.
  • Among Us characters requested by Millie. She selected this pattern of those available on Ravelry- Ravelry Pattern Link.
  • Alien for Oisin & a toy for Hattie (no specific patterns in mind yet)
  • Socks for Megg
  • Riley- said she wants something to match me... need to chat more about that.
  • I need to solicit toy/other knits requests for other kids
 
I am planning to donate the hats I knit to Donate Snap Hats to Knit the Rainbow
All garments can be delivered to KtR at the address below either by mail or via scheduled drop-off.
456 W 167th St.
Unit 1D
New York, NY 10032
 
From the Armchair
 
In My Travels
  • Tune in to hear about our recent family trip to Florida- including Disney World!
 
KAL News
 
Pigskin Party '21: Official Hashtag: #DCSPigskinParty21
Important Links:
 
Check out the details of the November Interception:
 
The October Interception Winner will be announced on the next episode.
 
Events
 
Fiber Festival of New England- November 6 & 7th Springfield, MA
 
 
Life in Focus
 
Tune in to hear my update on my 21 for 2021 list.
 
On a Happy Note
  • Disney- a very generous gift from my parents.
  • Riding rides with the kids at Disney!
  • Visiting my cousins Gayle and Meagan, especially seeing Gayle's new place and the area where she's building her new house. 
  • Woodchopping weekend
  • October zoom with Patrons. I am so grateful for you and always have a blast hanging out. Check out my Patreon Page for more details.
  • The Yarnaics talked about wearing a shawl a day in October. I got a late start but am enjoying wearing them (almost) daily.
  • I purchased an Apple Watch! Any tips, app suggestions or things I should know?
 
Quote of the Week
"Progress is not possible with deviation." Frank Zappa
 
Thank you for tuning in!
 
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Direct download: Episode_219_-_103021_3.28_PM.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 8:00am EDT

Thank you for tuning in to Episode 218 of the Down Cellar Studio Podcast. Full show notes with photos can be found on my website. Click here.

 

This week’s segments included:

  • On the Needles, Hook or Bobbins
  • Brainstorming
  • From the Armchair
  • In my Travels
  • KAL News
  • On a Happy Note
  • Quote of the Week

On the Needles, Hook or Bobbins

Pink Moon Sweater

  • Pattern: Pink Moon by This.Bird.Knits. $8 US Pattern available on Ravelry and on the This.Bird.Knits Site.
  • Needles: US 5 & 7 (3.75 & 4.5 mm)
  • Yarn:
    • Sweitzer Fiber Mill unknown (gray)- Rhinebeck 2019
    • Lisa Daschinger Wools (mustard)- Farm Fiber Day’s Russell’s Market January 2020
    • mur yarn merino cashmere fingering (pink)- Barcelona 2019
    • Rowan Alpaca Classic (pink) Staci’s Stitches- LYS
    • Marroon- Handspun
  • A little bit of lace in the yoke above the colorwork- Pink held double w/ alpaca. First time using a fuzzy yarn
  • Ravelry Project Page
  • I have about 6-10 rounds of colorwork left! So addictive. Have had to stop and make myself stretch and then switch to another project. 

Fall is My Favorite Socks

  • Yarn: Woolens & Nosh sock in the Fall is my Favorite Colorway
  • Needles: US 1.5 (2.5 mm)
  • Pattern: OMG Heel by Megan Williams
  • Ravelry Project Page
  • Yarn: Woolens and Nosh is a Pro Shop Sponsor for the Pigskin Party- 40 points
  • Pattern: OMG Heel- Pro Shop – 40
  • Project Bag: Cookie & Bees– Snack Shack Sponsor- 20 points
  • 100 points + yardage
  • First sock is done. Cuff on the second is nearly done! 

Millie Margaret Shawl (worsted)

  • Yarn: Woolens & Nosh Millie Margaret Kit (Pigskin Party Exclusive) in the Ashenvale Colorway
    • 3 100g skeins of Woolens & Nosh. 2 skeins of the Ashenvale self-striping for either end. 1 skein of the dusty purple for the center panel.
  • Needles: US 10 (6.0 mm)
  • Pattern: Millie Margaret (worsted) by Jennifer Lassonde
  • Ravelry Project Page
  • 40 pts for Pro Shop Sponsor Pattern
  • 60 pts for Pro Shop Exclusive Kit

Three Waters Farm Superfine Merino 

Baker Street Socks

  • Yarn: Knit Picks Felici and in the Baker Street Colorway & Knit Picks Stroll in Navy
  • Needles: US 1.5 (2.5 mm)
  • Pattern: OMG Heel by Megan Williams
  • Ravelry Project Page

Brainstorming

I shared details about the potentially ridiculous number of projects I’m packing for my trip to Florida.

From the Armchair

In My Travels

Tune in to hear about my visit to Scratch Supply Co. in Lebanon, New Hampshire. I was so excited to meet Karen and Jessica. I’m working on a video so if you’re not already subscribed to  my channel on YouTube: Down Cellar Studio, check it out!

I also shared stories about a recent camping trip to Vermont and sleeping in Dan’s hammock.

KAL News


Pigskin Party ’21: Official Hashtag: #DCSPigskinParty21

Important Links:

Special Highlights on This Episode:

On a Happy Note

  • I ordered Legacy Fiber Artz Advent Calendar!
  • I’m signed up for another Advent Swap through the Between Knits & Purls YouTube Channel/Ravelry Group. Sign ups for this close on 10/16/21. Check out their Ravelry Post for details.
  • Outdoor yoga!
  • Riley & Millie’s softball games.
  • Apple Picking! My Favorite Day of the Year (Patrons, check out a video in your feed!)
  • Visiting with Tom who brought us a bunch of beer!

Quote of the Week

“You only need to know the direction, not the destination. The direction is enough to make the next choice.” -James Clear 


Thank you for tuning in!

Direct download: Episode_218_-_10621_5.13_PM.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 9:00am EDT

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