The podcast is back! After a long break, we?re excited to have a regular recording schedule again. In this episode, you?ll hear about Lee and Stacey?s personal projects that they?ve worked on during our long recording break. They?ll also share with you collections, patterns, and new yarns that have been released over the period.   Next, we?re excited to share with you our summer knit along, featuring the Game Day Cardigans by Donna Estin from Generations: Knits for All Ages. The whole podcast team is substituting the suggested yarn for High Desert Worsted, and they share their color choices and swatching methods for yarn substitutions. Plus, hear about what amount of suggested ease they?re thinking of using when choosing a size, although Lee wavered and decided to go up a size after recording.   Lee's Movie Hue Shift (ravelry link)
Hue Shift pattern 
Block Party: Modular Blankets book 
Joinery Blanket pattern 
Barnstaple Vest pattern 
High Desert yarn 
Hawthorne yarn 
Cheer Up Cardigan pattern 
Lee's Andean Treasure cardigan (ravelry link) 
Andean Treasure yarn 
Lee's N for November Sweater project (ravelry link) 
N for November Sweater pattern 
Vertex: Colorblock Projects book 
Aloft yarn 
Lee's first Hawthorne+Aloft sweater (ravelry link) 
Knit Bits: Learn to Knit Twists booklet 
Fluctuation Hat pattern 
Payne Hat pattern 
Thicket: Nature-Inspired Cable Knits book 
Thicket: Nature-Inspired Cable Knits ebook 
Breezy: Carefree Cotton Knits book 
Breezy: Carefree Cotton Knits ebook 
Timeless: High Desert Knits book 
Timeless: High Desert Knits ebook 
Generations: Knits For All Ages book 
Generations: Knits For All Ages ebook 
Game Day Cardigan Knit Along 
Game Day Cardigan pattern 
New podcast producer Andi 
Traditions Afghan pattern 
Guide to Swatching 
Heatherly Yarn    Timestamps 00:02 Welcome to the Knit Picks Podcast 00:30 The podcast is back after a long break, and we missed it, too. 01:44 What Lee and Stacey were knitting while on break. 10:40 New patterns, yarns, and collections that were released during the hiatus. 19:00 Join us for a KAL of the Game Day Cardigans. 20:39 Lee, Stacey, and Andi?s High Desert colors for their Game Day Cardigans. 23:57 Considering adding patch pockets to Game Day Cardigans. 25:33 Discussing swatching for yarn substitutions.  30:21 Deciding what size to knit based on the suggested ease. 35:19 Introducing our newest yarn family, Heatherly Baby Yarn 37:40 Send us your questions or topic requests! 39:23 Credits

Today on the Knit Picks Podcast we're talking all about our knitting pasts and futures. From learning to knit to taking that knowledge and teaching someone to knit, the Knit Picks Podcast team offers up their experience.

First up Lee and Stacey invite friends, co-workers and fellow crafters, Heather and Kate to come on the podcast for a discussion of their knitting and crochet origins. Each starts their craft somewhere but what everyone has in common is that someone else helped them get started.

Next Lee and Stacey share tips and tricks for people who want to teach knitting to their friends and family. While Lee has experience teaching knitting classes, Stacey has experience helping people in one-on-one learning sessions. Stacey also shares the old knitting rhyme: ?In through the window, run around back, out through the window, off jumps Jack!?

 

Mentioned in This Episode:
WeCrochet Podcast Episode 40 ? Crochet Jobs Part 3 ? Teaching Crochet To Make Money And Get Confident With Arica Presinal & Pia Thadani 
Aloft 
Learn to Knit Kits 
New Learn to Knit Kits - Learn to Cable Coho Cowl 
Learn to Cable Bowline Hat 
Knit Picks Learning Center 
Straight Needles 
Brava 
Wool of the Andes 
Swish 
Craftster
Preciosa 
Wonderfluff 
Needle 101 
Yarn 101 
Stitch N Bitch The Knitters Handbook by Debbie Stoller 
Stitch N Bitch Nation 
Dishie 
Knitting Rules The Yarn Harlot Unravels the Mysteries of Swatcing Stashing Ribbing & Rolling to Free Your Inner Knitter by Stephanie Pearl-McPhee 
Knitting Needles 
 

Timestamps:
0:03 Welcome to the Knit Picks Podcast
0:44 Stacey's yarn crafting origin story
2:12 Lee's yarn crafting origin story
3:58 Heather's yarn crafting origin story
7:04 Kate's yarn crafting origin story
14:25 New Knit Picks Learn to Knit Kits!
15:34 Teaching someone to knit tips and tricks
40:33 The Credits

While the word "chunky" in relation to yarn is not an official yarn weight class, it is common to refer to thicker yarns, Aran, Bulky, Super Bulky and Jumbo as "Chunky". Today on the Knit Picks Podcast the team talks about chunky yarns and what to do with them! First up Lee and Stacey check in on their WIPs and discuss projects to knit with Bulky and Super Bulky yarns. Later Lee sits down with Michael Smith aka @piece4peacecrafting to learn more about his knitting and his spinning journey. 

Lee and Stacey talk about the benefits of working with chunky yarns. Projects knit up faster with chunky yarns but also create a thicker fabric. If you?re new to bulky and super bulky yarns, try them out. See what happens. 

Dance teacher by day and lover of crafts by night, Michael Smith, only recently got into spinning yarn after a friend arranged to buy him a spinning wheel for his birthday. Since then he's been hooked on its meditative movement and even spins every morning with his tea or coffee. 

Mentioned in this Episode:
Etsy shop with Lee's darning loom 
Yarn Weights explained 
Lee's WotA-held-double cardigan 
Mini Kitty Pouf
Windfall Collection  
Fable Fur
Tuff Granny Throw
Arya by Kristina Morrissey
Professor Meow Pullover by Claire Slade
Wonderfluff
Michael Smith on Instagram 
Piece4PeaceCrafting Podcast 
Wool of the Andes Roving
Beginner Drop Spindle Set (on sale this week)
Drop Spindle
Foldable Spinning Wheel

Timestamps:
0:00 Lee and Stacey check in
17:24 Summer Sale
18:13 Michael Smith Interview
43:34 Credits

See more at https://bit.ly/2UfBEIF 

UFOs have been in the news recently. How many UFOs have you encountered? In knitting, UFO stands for "UnFinished Object!" In honor World UFO Day and in celebration of summer, today we are talking about our knitting-related UFOs and summertime knitting.

First, on behalf of World UFO Day (celebrated around the end of June), Lee and Stacey talk about their definitions of UFOs vs. WIPs. Lee and Stacey also confess to the projects they haven't picked up in a long time. Is it time to frog or pick it back up?

Next, Stacey interviews knit designer Felecia O'Connell about her knitting origins, her designs for Knit Picks (mostly warm-weather knits), and where she draws her design inspiration from. Felecia's specialty is creating designs that are simple, beautiful and fun to knit.

Mentioned in this Episode:
Knit Picks Summer Sale
World UFO Day
KnitKnit Book 
Ujein V-Neck Vest 
Moab Vest
Preciosa
In-Progress Incenter Mittens 
The Sweater Book
Straight and Arrow Cardigan
Windward
UFO Day blog post
Pretty Polly Top Pattern
Shine
Simply Cotton
WeCrochet Summer Sale
Cloverleaf Top
Easy Layering Tank
Lindy Chain Yarn
Cotlin Yarn
Felecia O'Connell on Instagram
Alpaca Cloud Lace
Felecia O'Connell Ravelry
KPP 341 - Get Published with Tian

Timestamps:
0:00 Lee and Stacey catch up
18:30 Summer Sale
19:21 Stacey talks to Felecia
38:17 Credits

As the days get longer, knitters often head outside with their crafting. On this episode of the Knit Picks Podcast, we are talking about natural yarn dyeing with bare yarns.

First up Lee and Stacey catch up on what they did for World Wide Knit In Public Day and some recently finished projects. They talk about their love of Knit Picks Bare Yarns, undyed yarns. Knit Picks carries all the same yarns you have grown to love and some additional ones in the Bare yarn line. Stacey is a big fan of the Knit Picks Bare Woodland Tweed and the Bare Woolen Cotton. 

Next Lee interviews Anna Canning who is a hobby natural yarn dyer. Anna has spent a lot of her personal time researching different natural dyeing techniques. She has experimented with items found at the grocery store as well as items she finds on walks around her neighborhood. Listen in to hear about her insider tricks to get started today dyeing your own Bare Yarns from items around the house. 

Mentioned in This Episode:
World Wide Knit in Public Day Video
Lee's Hawthorne socks in progress
Hawthorne Yarn
Bare Andean Highland Wool
Bare Woodland Tweed
Bare Woolen Cotton
Bare Cotlin
Dye Yarn with Indigo!
Episode 321 Dye It Yourself
A Botanical Yarn Dyeing Journey
Dye Bare Yarn With Kool-Aid
Indigo Dye Kit
Bare Twill
Bare Andes Del Campo
Anna Canning
Dyeing with Mushrooms
The Rainbow Beneath My Feet
Wild Colour
The Fair World Project Podcast

Timestamps:
0:00  Lee and Stacey check in
13:11  Lee interviews Anna
30:16  We're having a summer sale
31:02  Lee continues to interview Anna
46:48  The Credits

Wool is a favorite yarn fiber by many knitters (including Stacey and Lee). In today?s episode of the Knit Picks Podcast Knit Picks and WeCrochet?s Chief Marketing Officer Ursula Morgan interviews Jeanne Carver of the Shaniko Wool Company about the creation of Knit Picks newest yarn line, High Desert, a 100% American grown and spun Merino and Merino/Rambouillet wool.

First up Lee and Stacey chat about why they both love knitting with animal fibers, and why wool is their favorite. In the United States "wool" refers to the sheep fibers while in other parts of the world wool could include other animal fibers like mohair or cashmere. Stacey and Lee ruminate about why wool is their favorite fiber which includes but are not limited to how wool retains the dye color, the moisture absorbency, and general feel.

Next, Ursula and Jeanne talk about some of the history of sheep ranching in Oregon and how the unique climate of the Oregon high desert results in such a special wool. The Knit Picks High Desert yarn line was launched earlier this year but is over a year in the making. High Desert comes in an earthy jewel-toned spectrum of 12 beautiful colors inspired by the landscape and skyline of Oregon's high desert. A smooth, rounded yarn with a soft hand, available in sport and worsted weights, High Desert is ideal for knitting texture, cables, and colorwork.

Mentioned In This Episode
High Desert Yarn
Twill Yarn
Wool of the Andes Yarn
Hawthorne Yarn
Swish Yarn
Introducing High Desert Yarns
The High Desert Yarns - The Journey
High Desert - An American Wool Story
Shaniko Wool Company
Responsible Wool Standard
Responsible Wool Standard via the Textile Exchange
Imperial Stock Ranch
Shaniko Wool Company on Facebook
Shaniko Wool Company on Instagram

 

Timestamps:
0:00 Lee and Stacey chat about their love of wool
10:48 Ursula interviews Jeanne
42:34 The credits

Socks are one of those milestone knitting projects that once successfully completed, help you feel prepared to take on more difficult projects. Knitters who haven't taken the leap can be intimidated by words like "gusset" and "kitchener stitch" but on today's podcast Lee and Stacey hope to help make socks less scary for sock newbies by diving deep into everything sock-knitting.  

First up, Lee and Stacey check in about what's on their needles. Lee picked up a project that she started in 2019 while Stacey shares a sad knitting story with a happy ending. (Yes frogging can be happy!) Then Lee and Stacey disagree on how to knit socks: toe-up or top-down? 

Next, new Knit Picks team members, Michelle and Cathy talk to Lee and Stacey about their knitting background and even answer our lightning round knitting questions. (*Use the This or That graphic below and answer some of our knitting questions yourself in your Instagram Stories!) 

Later Lee and Stacey pick up where they left off with their socks fight, only to agree that personal preference is key. Both discuss knitting two socks at at a time is a favorite. They cover everything about how to knit socks, demystify sock construction, share some favorite sock yarns, and answer YOUR questions about sock knitting. 

Mentioned in This Episode:
Atrium Cardigan by Melissa Wehrle
Andean Treasure 
Barnstaple vest
High Desert
Gannet Hoodie pattern
Felici
Beyond The Wall colorway
Meet Cathy
Episode 332 - Your Favorite Sock Yarns Explained 
Learn to Knit socks 
Knitting in the Round with Magic Loop (Video Tutorial)
Learn to Knit - The Sock Kit
Rockin' Socks: Colorful Patterns
Socks for Everybody: For the Beginner Sock Knitter
Socktacular: Mix Match Sock for Fancy Feet
Splendid Soles: Colorfully Coordinated Sock Patterns
Hawthorne
Stroll
Static
Aloft
Bare Eco Superwash Alpaca
Swish
Two at once toe up magic loop pattern
Simply Socks: A Collection of Wardrobe Basics
Artful Arches: 12 Colorwork and Textured Sock Patterns
Knitting in the Round on Circular Needles (Video Tutorial)
Knitting in the Round with Two Circular Needles (Video Tutorial)
Knitting in the Round with DPNs (Video Tutorial)

Timestamps:
0:00 Welcome to the Knit Picks Podcast
0:30 What is Lee working on right now?
3:30 Stacey's sad story
8:16 Let's talk about socks
11:42 Meet Michelle and Cathy
19:42 Lightning Round Knitting Questions
27:28 Producer Sarah has FOMO and Heather has the fix
28:25 More socks talk
58:57 Credits 

In this episode of the Knit Picks Podcast Lee and Stacey check in on their latest projects and Sara interviews Tian Connaughton about her latest course, Get Published.

First Lee and Stacey discuss returning to old projects and finding new inspiration from past work. It's never too late to pick up a half-finished afghan and begin moving forward once more. 

Sara Dudek interviews Tian Connaughton, an expert knit and crochet designer, technical editor, author, and course creator. Since leaving the corporate world behind, she's built a business around creativity, craft, and helping women build their own businesses that are profitable and sustainable. 

By asserting a goal-oriented attitude, Tian discusses the best ways to keep motivated after rejection and how to avoid taking disappointments personally. She details tricks to get work noticed and steps necessary to take a project from the initial idea to fully published and ready to share.

Tian has developed a brand new video course, Get Published, to help aspiring knit and crochet pattern designers navigate the world of submitting, designing, editing, publishing, and so much more. While the series was developed for all who are interested in publishing pattern designs, the initiative was created specifically to empower BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, People of Color) designers to pursue publishing. With a focus of "community over competition," Tian aims to open the door and empower those at any stage of their business. 

And as always happy knitting. 

Mentioned in This Episode:
High Desert  
Barn Staple Vest 
Form and Function 
Hue Shift 
Freeport Cardigan 
Tian Connaughton  
Chevron Pop Shawl 
Get Published with Tian Connaughton 
WeCrochet Magazine Issue 5
Get Published Course on Thinkific
Tian on Instagram @knitdesignsbyTian

Timestamps:
0:00 Lee and Stacey check in
9:17 Sara interviews Tian
44:52 Credits

An all too familiar knitting crossroad - does one I knit a sweater or not. While sweaters can seem intimidating if you've never done one before  chances are, once you've made one, it's likely you'll make another.

On today's episode of the Knit Picks Podcast, Lee and Stacey do a deep dive into sweater construction. Whether you're new to sweaters or have been making them for years, you'll likely enjoy this "nerdy" sweater conversation. 

First they catch up by discussing what's on their needles. Both Lee and Stacey are making patterns for our latest Knit Picks Collections. Lee even shares her latest yarn substitution and talks about color selection.

From pullover and cardigans, to seamed vs seamless, Stacey and Lee review the various styles and constructions of sweaters. Stacey asks the question - what does the word "sweater" mean to you? Is a cardigan a sweater? Together, the two ponder fashion philosophy and ask you to weigh in.   

In the second half, the two ruminate different sweater collars, sleeves, and shapes. Cowl neck vs. turtle necks, boat vs crew, and more, they define some terms to help clarify what you might see in a pattern. Stacey loves a good scoop neck where Lee prefers to adapt necklines for varying situations.

Happy Knitting!

Pullover Sweater:

Mentioned in This Episode:
Gannet Hoodie by Kristen TenDyke
Chalet Collection
Vertex Collection
N for November Sweater by Fabienne Gassmann
Comfy
Hawthorne
Aloft
Twill
Stacey's Sweater Blog
Mister Postman by Kristen Jancuk 
Harley Pullover by Jenny Williams
Lansbury Cardigan by Holli Yeoh
Rustic Tweed 
Oshinkoshin Pullover 
Teasel Shrug by Sarah Shepherd
Cloud Sweater by Sarah Shepherd
Windfall

Timestamps:
0:00 Welcome to the Knit Picks Podcast
0:24 "What's on your needles?"
6:52 Let's talk about sweater construction
7:56 "What does the word "sweater" mean to you?"
11:36 Favorite type of construction - seamed vs seamless, top down vs bottom up?
13:21 Raglan defined
16:31 Other shaping - set in sleeves
19:47 Heather and Producer Sarah talk about what's new at Knit Picks 
21:53 Lee and Stacey are back with more sweater talk
22:15 Shapes of sweaters
24:08 What's your favorite for pull over sweaters
26:57 Sweater shaping
28:59 Saddle shoulder
32:43 Drop shoulder
35:56 Dolman sleeves
44:39 Credits

Whether you're a process knitter or a project knitter, if you're like us you've experienced the challenge of finding a pattern you're really excited about but not having the exact yarn that the designer suggests. You could wing it and embraces the beautiful chaos that might occur or you can use one of our favorite resources, YarnSub dot com. If you don't already know, YarnSub is a website to help you with yarn substitutions. Everyone needs a friend in crafts and we at the Knit Picks Podcast are happy to be your yarn and knitting buddy, and as a friend, we're telling you to check out YarnSub.

Today on the podcast Heather Mann interview Wendy Peterson, creator of YarnSub.com. They chat all about how to use YarnSub as well as what you need to know when shopping for yarn. Wendy thinks it's important to know about the yarn density (the length and weight), the gauge, and the fiber (both the construction and the fiber qualities) as well as considering what the pattern wants.

Come learn more about yarn with me. And as always, happy knitting.

Mentioned in This Episode:
YarnSub.com 
Journey's End Blanket 
Simply Alpaca Aran 
Felici 
Simply Wool Worsted 
Wool of the Andes 
Wonderfluff 
Snuggle Puff 
Wendy on Instagram 

Timestamps:
0:00 Introduction
0:57 Heather and Wendy talk
22:05 Credits

Here are Knit Picks we love all things yarn. We love pattern designs, tools, the craft and really seeing what everyone makes. As a yarn company we also love seeing what other yarn companies and people in the industry are doing.

Today we're sharing an interview from the WeCrochet Podcast that aired last fall, where Heather Mann interviews Emani Outterbridge, an entrepreneur who launched her own yarn line as well as the world?s first yarn vending machines. Emani has been crocheting since she was 12 years old and has navigated through different sides of the craft industry as a crochet designer and now a yarntrepreneur. Emani has even sold apparel to entertainers like Cardi B.

Emani?s yarn line, Needles, offers unique colors in 8 Ply Worsted Weight 100% Acrylic yarn as well as cotton t-shirt yarn. You won?t be able to find these color combinations anywhere else. If you?re in Philadelphia, you can get this unique yarn at one of her bright pink yarn vending machines. Outside of Philly, you can connect with her on Instagram where she says she ?always on?.

So settle in and come meet Emani if you don't know her already. And as always, happy knitting.

Mentioned in this Episode:
WeCrochet Podcast Episode 25 - Pom Pom Poms and Pink Machines
Emani on Instagram @Emani.milan
Shop Emani?s Designs and Yarn at www.maniwear.com
Yarn Vending Machine #1 location - Elements of Grooming - Barber Shop in Philadelphia - Elements of Grooming - Barber Shop in Philadelphia

Timestamps:
0:03 Introduction
1:04 Heather Mann Interviews Emani Outterbridge
16:19. Credits

Every knitter has their own path to take and follow. On today's episode of the Knit Picks Podcast, we're sharing a special interview. Heather Mann from the WeCrochet Podcast interviews Briana Kepner of Briana K Designs. Briana is a knit and crochet designer and one of the founders of Crochet Foundry, a quarterly publication of modern crochet designs. Briana (and the Crochet Foundry team) was recently featured on the WeCrochet Podcast but she stuck around our virtual recording studio for an extra chat to talk all about her knit designing journey. From making knits for newborn babies to having published over 300 of her designs, Briana shares some of her favorite yarns she's found along the way.

So grab your needles and yarn and come get to know Briana Kepner. And as always happy knitting.  

Mentioned in This Episode:
Briana K Designs
WeCrochet Podcast 
Briana K Designs Knit Picks Pattern: Beginner Felici Knit Socks
Briana K Designs Knit Picks Pattern: Pumpkin Mug Rug Coaster
Aloft 
Aloft Hand Painted 
Swish Yarn Family 
Swish Worsted 
Swish DK 
Swish Bulky 
Hawthorne Yarn Family
Hawthorne Hand Painted 
Try it Needle sets
Briana K Designs on Instagram
Briana K Designs on Ravelry
Crochet Foundry 

Timestamps:
0:00 The Introduction by Producer Sarah
0:50 Heather Interviews Brianna
17:52 The Credits

One of our favorite things to talk about in the Knit Picks Office is yarn. We all have our favorite yarns and favorite projects to cast on and can easily get derailed when there's a new yarn to squish. There's a lot to consider when selecting the yarn that's right for you - like yarn weight, the material, the construction and what will it be used for. Shopping for yarn is fun but can also be daunting when overwhelmed with all the choices, like the yarn selection on knitpicks.com. 

Today we're sharing some of a conversion between Hannah and Lee from a past Facebook Live where they talk about all the information to keep in mind when shopping for yarn, specifically what you need to know about fiber content and ply. They answer questions like what is micro count, which yarns have the best drape and even what is yarn?

So settle in and get cozy to unravel some mysteries of yarn. And as always happy knitting.

 

Mentioned in This Episode:
Knit Picks - About Our Yarn
Knit Picks - Guide to Choosing Yarn
Palette 
Swish
Wool of the Andes
Stroll
Alpaca Cloud
Andean Treasure
Dishie
Comfy
Lindy Chain
CotLin
Hawthorne
Craft Yarn Council Yarn Weight System 
City Tweed
Upcycle
Biggo
Muse
Preciosa
Wonderfluff
Snuggle Puff
Catamaran Pattern
Equinox: A Modern Cotton Collection
Birdie Top
Yarn 101 Facebook Live on Facebook
Yarn Label Facebook Live on Facebook
Yarn 101 Facebook Live on Youtube
Knit Picks on Facebook

Timestamps
0:00 Introduction with Producer Sara
0:53 Hannah and Lee from Knit Picks Facebook Live
1:01 What is Yarn?
2:19 Yarn Fiber
2:50 Animal fibers
3:22 Micron count explained  
6:37 Luxury Yarns
7:50 Plant fibers
9:12 Person-made fibers
10:22 "Is Sport Weight considered a 2?"
11:37 "Would a cotton-blend have a better drape than just plain cotton?" 
13:05 "What yarn would you suggest for a table runners?"
13:40 Ply demystified
17:03 "Do you have a single-ply Merino?"
18:47 Air jet yarns
21:00 Chainette yarns
28:46. Credits!

We're back. Winter is here and our Knit Picks Team is very busy working to bring you exciting new things in 2021. If you missed it in last episode, we said goodbye to our Knit Picks Host Hannah Maier as she embarks on new adventures. Behind the scenes we're working on our new podcast voice and style so stay tuned. 

Last year Knit Picks and our sister brand WeCrochet ventured into the world of live streams. Today we're sharing with you an interview that WeCrochet did in the fall of 2020 with knit and crochet designer Tian Connaughton. Tian is a joy and we are very excited to share some of this interview with you. Sara, who has been on this podcast before, asks Tian about her crafting story and her inspiration and business.

We'll have new things to share about Tian's work later this year but until then you can start to get to know her, if you don't already. So grab your knitting, settle in, and get ready to meet your new knitting friend. 

 

Mentioned in this Episode:
Last episode of the podcast
Knit Picks Facebook Lives
Knit Picks Facebook Lives on Youtube
WeCrochet Facebook Lives
WeCrochet Facebook Lives on Youtube
WeCrochet Facebook Live with Tian
WeCrochet Magazine: Issue 4
WeCrochet Magazine: Issue 5
Tian's Website
Pattern Partnership Program
Tian's Designs
32 Market Street Tee
Obeah Hat 
Wingdale Cowl
Stroll Gradient
Muse
Tian's Instagram Account - TianConnaughton
Tian's Instagram Account - KnitDesignsbyTian
Real Talk With Tian

Timestamps:
0:00 Welcome to the Knit Picks Podcast
1:18 Sara from WeCrochet interviews Tian Connaughton
10:32 "How do you start with a design"
14:29 Love women entrepreneurs helping women entrepreneurs
30:37 Credits

We're winding down our year, finishing off our holiday projects, and taking a short break to gear up for 2021. In this special episode of the Knit Picks Podcast we're taking some time to do our very favorite thing: answering your questions!

Hannah, Stacey, Lee, and later Producer Sarah, come together remotely from our craftrooms, offices, bedrooms or living rooms scattered across Portland, OR to answer your knitting queries. From tips and tricks with colorwork to deciding what to make next, the Knit Picks Podcast team is here to help. We bring our wealth of knowledge and unique perspective to help guide you through whatever is upsetting your knitting.

We had so much fun thinking of solutions or sharing our favorite ways to tackle problems that we'll definitely be doing this again. Stay tuned to hear our answers to questions about all sorts of knitting and fiber conundrums. 

Mentioned in This Episode:
Learn To Knit
KP Learning Center
Ball Winder 
Swift 
Ball Winder video 
Scrap 
Buy Nothing Project 
Twill
Calorimtry Headband 
Norwegian Christmas Crackers 
Top Down Christmas Stockings 
Frost slippers 
Jacquard Acid Dye Starter Set

Timestamps:
0:00 Introduction
2:04 Simpleliving246 on Instagram asks I?m having a hard time learning to knit during the pandemic - what are some good resources?
5:35 Khu_sh_bu on Instagram asks I bought your ball winder. I get tangled in the every cake. What am I doing wrong. Yes I am using the arrow. 
10:16 Galswingirl on Instagram asks What to do when you only get one part of the gauge? ie, you match the row gauge but not the stitch gauge. 
13:58 LivingBreathingLaughing on Instagram asks Help! I bought bad yarn and I don?t want to waste it or continue (with it). 
17:28 Hitomebore2004 on Instagram asks I?m the worst at estimating yarn needed for a project - is there help for this?
19:37 Efdev35 on Instagram asks What is the best yarn weight for knitting a sweater? I?m new to sweaters. 
23:00 Niko on Facebook asks I was wondering about how many yards or meters of yarn would one roughly use for a scarf for a male?
25:01 JaneMLockhark on Instagram asks What do I knit next??
27:30 Voicemail from Trina from Pitsburg asking about Types of blocks that start in the middle and you work your way out - how do you scale up?
29:43 Bella_Mattson on Instagram asking How do I knit into a yarn over in the next row?
32:13 Voicemail from Claire from Texas asking Having trouble with stranded colorwork - whenever she does it her projects become puckered in some areas and too loose in others. Looking for tips and tricks for stranded colorwork. 
Xxalirose on Instagram asks How much slack should floats have in a pair of socks?
38:01 Voicemail from Ashley from North Carolina ***She wants to know more about hand dying yarns. First question - do washing instructions change after doing hand dye? Are there items you suggest not using hand-dyed yarns for?
44:36 Producer Sarah?s rapid-fire questions
48:26 Goodbye Hannah
49:26 Credits

Join us to talk about all sorts of crafty goodness. To start, Lee and Hannah sit down to discuss the idea of Process vs. Product knitting. While this spectrum of approaches is true for almost all crafting, they do a deep dive into their experiences wrestling with this concept from the perspective of their own knitting queues. Stay tuned to find out whether you tend toward Process or Product or, as they've each discovered in themselves, somewhere in between. 

Next, Stacey and Hillary pop in to share some of our most popular patterns. Did you know that for the past 9 years or so Knit Picks has worked hard to bring you roughly two new pattern collections every six weeks?! That's SO MANY patterns you can't find anywhere else and we love talking about our favorites. Listen along to discover a new pattern or, if you're a super fan, we suggest you jot down a quick list of YOUR favorite patterns to see how many are on our list as well!

Mentioned in This Episode:
Baby Leggings by Allison Griffith
Hawthorne 
Independent Designer Patterns 
Oak Forest Shawl by Ksenia Naidyon
Cinna Top by Ksenia Naidyon
Lindy Chain 
Serendipity 
Teasel Shrug 
Paragon 
Diamond Rain Shawl 
Cindersmoke Blanket Shawl 
Isn't It Midnight Throw
Protea Sweater
Pathways Textured Knits Collections
Eldfell Pullover
Sorrel
Aloft
Kaliya Wrap
Adira
Stroll Mini Pack
Gloss

Timestamps:
0:00 Hannah's welcome
1:08 Hannah and Lee
17:23 Stacey and Hillary
29:22 The Credits

Today, we're dedicating an entire episode to the subject of sock knitting! Whether you're a seasoned pro and socks are your very favorite thing, or a new knitter contemplating casting on for your very first pair, this episode is for you! 

Lee and Hannah spend time talking about all of the sock yarns they've developed over the years. Colorful, hardwearing and in a range of lovely fibers, sock yarn is one of our very favorite things to develop behind the scenes. Listen along as they compare and contrast soft Stroll lines with Hawthorne's rugged and complex colorways. You might even discover a new-to-you skein to try!

Stacey invites Rosalyn Keys (you may know her as Rozknitz on Instagram) on to the podcast to talk about her PASSION for sock knitting. We met Roz at a knitting trade show years ago and love seeing what she comes up with next. She's one of our favorite super fans and is always the first to snag a skein of new sock yarn to use on her sock knitting machine. Don't know what that is? Stay tuned to find out! Also, Roz was part of the design team that developed the last round of striped Felici colors too!

As always, happy knitting!

Mentioned in This Episode:
Stroll
Hawthorne
Felici
Static
Capretta
Gloss Fingering
Muse
Bare Eco Superwash Alpaca
Lee's socks in two colorways of Felici held together 
Lee's socks in Felici & Stroll held together 
Lee's sweater in Stroll held triple 
Helpful tutorial for triple-stranding from one yarn ball 
Sweater Lee knit in Hawthorne held together with Aloft 
Sweater Lee knit in Hawthorne speckle held double 
Hat Lee knit in Felici held double and striped between two colorways 
Cowl Lee knit with Hawthorne held triple striped with Capretta held triple 
Sock Yarn Celebration
Sock Knitting Machine
Roz on Ravelry
Roz on Instagram

Timestamps:
0:00 Welcome with Hannah
1:32 Hannah and Lee talk sock yarn
23:30 Stacey talks to Roz
36:07 Credits

Every day, the Knit Picks team comes together to dig deep into our craft and celebrate our favorite materials. From yarn to needles, we choose everything with care and work to bring our very favorite things right to your door. Today, we're taking a new look at yarn from some different angles.

Join Lee and Hannah as they talk about their experience making their own yarn. Whether you're interested in spinning skeins from fleece or making your yarn from recycled materials like t-shirts, they touch on a variety of techniques and share some of their hard earned tips and tricks for getting fantastic results. 

Next up, you'll also hear some new voices. Courtney and Kate join Hannah from Kelbourne Woolen's to share some of their favorite things about running a yarn business. You can find their lovely, classic wool Germantown yarn on the Knit Picks website and today you'll get a little behind the scenes interview with these fantastic crafters. Make sure to stay tuned to get a sneak peek at what Kelbourne has coming up in 2021 too!

Mentioned In This Episode:
KP Wood Yarn Spindle 
Wool of the Andes Roving 
Bare Stroll Roving
KP Spinning Wheel 
Fantasia Beginner Spinning Kit 
Lee's recycled yarn ebook 
Steeking Scissors 
Niddy Noddy 
Kromski Niddy Noddy 
Wool Wash 
Meta Tee pattern 
Kelbourne Woolens
Kelbourne Woolens (official site)
Kelbourne Germantown
Fleisher
Kelbourne Woolens Year of Hats kits
Knit Picks A Year of Hats

 

Timestamps:
0:00 Introduction with Hannah
1:10 Hannah and Lee talk about making yarn
16:58 Want to learn to knit socks?
17:59 Hannah talks to Kate and Courtney from Kelbourne Woolens
39:59 Credits

As the weather gets cozier our stashes seem to get more colorful. This week we're dipping into the wide world of multi colored knitting. From epic Fair Isle to simply soothing marled effects, we're sharing all our knitting know-how in this episode!

First up, Stacey and Lee discuss some popular techniques for getting maximum color in every square inch. Stay tuned to learn the similarities and differences between techniques like Fair Isle, Mosaic, Intarsia, and marls.

Next, Sara joins Hannah from our sister company WeCrochet to tackle some common considerations when choosing colors. They cover some color theory basics that work for every project and also share our favorite ways of choosing specific Knit Picks and WeCrochet brand colors from our websites when you can't just order them ALL to see in person! 

Also, we wanted to let everyone know that our Twelve Weeks of Gifting series of free patterns is happening right now on both KnitPicks.com and Crochet.com! Each week we're releasing a free pattern to get you excited about holiday knitting. The closer to the end of the year we get, the easier the patterns get, perfect for last minute gifting for anyone left on your list. Or! Simply treat yourself. Check out the Twelve weeks of gifting or sign up for our emails to be the first to know when there's a new release.

Mentioned in This Episode:
Mosaic Medley book 
Spectrum book 
Lee's sweater with stripes + short rows 
A sweater Lee knit will all different colors of Muse yarn 
Lee's patterns (many of which are multi-colored) 
Designer MK Nance 
Mosaic & Lace book by Barbara Benson 
Collection by Lee with stranded mitts/cowl/legwarmers 
KP Learning Center colorwork guides 
Spilly Jane's patterns
Nonna's Gardens
Color Theory Basics
Palette color card
Color Grid Tool
Color Booklet and Wheel

Timestamps:
0:00 Introduction with Hannah
1:26 Stacey and Lee talk about colorwork
22:20 Want to Learn to Knit A Blanket?
23:02 Hannah and Sara talk about choosing colors
37:06 The Credits

Our offices are located in the Pacific NorthWest where we're all starting to see the subtle signs of fall. This means colder months are on their way and it's time to get going on gifts knits for the holiday season. We know it might feel early, but if you're a gift knitter, you know that it's time.

In this episode you'll hear Erica and Hannah talk tips, tricks and strategies to keep the stress at a minimum while making sure you've got everyone on your list covered. They share some of our favorite patterns to get you inspired to start making your lists and casting on this weekend. 

Stacey and Hillary also introduce our annual Twelve Weeks of Gifting! Free patterns await patient listeners so stay tuned. If and when you need inspiration for any of those last-minute gifts.

Settle in for this week's episode to start slowly getting into the holiday spirit. In the meantime, as always... happy knitting

Mentioned in this Episode:
Alpaca Cloud DK, Fingering Lace
Andean Treasure
Capretta
Paragon
Galileo
Gloss
Wonderfluff
City Tweed DK, HW
Provincial Tweed
Muse
Continuation Blanket in Mighty Stitch worsted held triple
Chill Chaser Cup Cozy in Stroll
Cabled Cozies in City Tweed HW
Chunky Slippers in Muse
Gradual Rib Hat in Hawthorne
Beinn Hat in WOTA
Gradual Watch Cap in Chroma Twist
Dishcloths!
Ornaments!
12 Weeks of Gifting

 

Timestamp:
0:00 The Introduction
0:52 Hannah and Erica talk about knit gifts
24:27 Together We Knit Facebook Group
24:48 Want to know how to knit in the round?
25:39 Stacey and Hillary
29:58 Credits

   

Recently, during a meeting at the office the Knit Picks team realized that each and every one of us at, one moment or another has had an "AH HAH!" moment when we realized we were doing something wrong! A defining moment in every knitter's craft, there comes a time when you embrace a craft quirk that's special to you, or learn another way of doing something. 

Stay tuned to hear about Twisted stitches, struggling to join in the round or swapping garter stitch for stockinette in a project. Also, we talk about whether we change how we're doing something or just roll with it and call it a "design feature" rather than a flaw! 

We love these little moments and would love to hear some of yours! If you've got a good "ah hah!" moment from your crafty past that you'd like to share, give us a call and leave a voicemail at 360-334-4847. We'll be checking our voicemail often and might be using your messages in future podcast episodes! You can also record a Voice Memo on your phone and send that audio file to [email protected]. 
In the meantime, as always... happy knitting.

Timestamps:
0:00 Introduction
1:24 Stacey and Morgan
7:42 SIMS!
8:11 Hannah, Gerda and Hillary
14:57 Want to knit a scarf?
15:35 Lee and Erica
25:47 Credits

We're back from our short hiatus in August with some fresh crafting conversations for you! With the warm weather winding down and holiday season quickly approaching, we're shifting gears at Knit Picks. This week, we're covering modular projects like blankets and afghans and the easy care yarns that are our go-to choices for long lasting machine washable projects. 

Perfect for cool weather, modular blankets are our favorite things to knit for ourselves or gift during the holidays. These projects will grow and change with every row you knit and they're one of the most mesmerizing knits that we come back to time and time again. Stacey and Lee talk about our new Modular Blanket collection and Stacey shares her favorite way to pick up stitches for perfectly joined pieces. 

Next, Erica and Hannah talk through the wonderful category of washable yarns! Also called "easy care" these fibers are fun to knit and can be safely washed in your home machine. They both love to use yarns in this genre for gift knits because it takes the mystery and worry out of caring for those precious projects. Stay tuned to discover a new-to-you yarn and hear tips and tricks for choosing and caring for these fibers. 

 

Mentioned in this Episode:
Hue Shift Blanket Pattern 
Cloudy Day Throw Pattern 
Outline Throw Pattern 
Buffalo Throw Pattern 
Rainflake Throw Pattern 
Traditions Afghan Pattern 
Joinery Blanket 
Flash Forward Blanket 
Squared Blanket 
Block Party print book 
Block Party eBook 
A couple of patterns by Lee which are modular with no picked up stitches and no seaming:
Vanguard hat and
Triyang Collection Shawls 
Learn To Knit Kit
Learn to Knit
Brava (Sport, Worsted, Bulky)
Billow
Snuggle Puff
Dishie
CotLin
Shine
Stroll
Hawthorne
Muse
Swish
Chroma
Chroma Twist
Wota
Twill
Mighty Stitch
Comfy

Timestamps:
0:00 Introduction
1:22 Lee and Stacy talk modular knits
17:20 Knit Picks Learn to Knit Box Subscriptions
18:25 Hannah and Erica talk about easy-care yarns
38:48 Credits

   

Today, we're taking a short break from all things knitting and sharing some of the OTHER crafts we've been experimenting with lately. At Knit Picks, we are knitters too and we also do other things.

First up, Hillary and Hannah talk about what it's like to learn a new craft from scratch. Hillary has been exploring the wide world of ceramics at home and Hannah has been dipping a tentative toe into punch needle! Everyone's process of learning something new is different. They give some examples of things that have been helpful in their new craft explorations. 

Next, Stacey and Lee describe their recent forays into sewing. Both of them have been sewing for years but recently it's grown into a full time interest. The common theme for both Stacey and Lee was discovering the perfect, challenging project that meant they reached a new experience level. These themes and milestones apply to knitting and many crafts. Also, stay tuned for some great audiobook and podcast recommendations to keep you entertained while you craft! 

As always... happy crafting!

Mentioned in this Episode:
Lisa Congdon Instagram
Stone and Wave Pottery
Ceramics Monthly
Ball Winder
Swift
Arounna Instagram
Double M Pottery Instagram
Modern Punch Needle
Punched: Techniques and Projects for Modern Punch Needle Art
Lee's sewing pinterest boards
Love to Sew podcast
LB Pullover pattern
Fen Dress pattern
Yanta Overalls pattern
Lee's portfolio top
Lee's Yanta Overalls
Lee's first (of many) LB Pullover
In the Folds
Sew House Seven
Helen's Closet
Cashmerette
Eloquent Rage
Lies My Teacher Told Me
Something That May Shock and Discredit You
How to be an Antiracist
Such a Fun Age
His Dark Materials series
Six of Crows Duology
I'm Judging You
The Awkward Thoughts of W. Kamau Bell
OverDrive and Libby (both free with library card)
Scribd
audible
Rabbit Hole
Dolly Parton's America
It's Been a Minute
Code Switch
Pop Culture Happy Hour
Who Shot Ya?
Stop Podcasting Yourself
Consider This
The Daily
The Benjamin Dixon Show
On the Media
Throwing Shade
Reply All
1619
This Had Oscar Buzz
NPR podcasts
Maximum Fun network podcasts
Extra Hot Great
The Great American Pop Culture Quiz Show
Keep It (and Crooked Media)
BingeMode (and Ringer network)
It's The Pictures That Got Small
You Must Remember This
The Storm
I Don't Even Own A Television
Casefile

Timestamps:
0:00 Introduction with Hannah
1:03 Hannah and Hillary talk about learning new crafts
21:13 Lee and Stacy talk about their love of sewing
49:55 Credits

Let's take a look at lace knitting. Now, lace is a polarizing topic in our offices here at Knit Picks and we're betting that it's the same way in the broader knitting world. Either you love it, hate it or just haven't taken the plunge and started your first project. If you're lukewarm about lace or a newbie, this episode is for you!

We've just released a new collection of heavier weight lace patterns that are a great way to get started. Stacey talks with Kalurah Hudson, one of our designer extraordinaires and a contributor to this collection about lace. Starting with fingering, worsted or even bulky weight lace projects means you can get comfortable with charts and lace basics without committing to a lace project that never seems to end! The epitome of quick and cozy, Sway is a great collection for experienced lace lovers as well. 

Next, Lee and Hannah talk about their favorite tools to make knitting lace a breeze. With the right tools, yarn and techniques, lace becomes one of the easiest techniques to master. After this episode, you'll have perfect projects, crisp stitches and zero fears when it comes to lace knitting.

Lastly, stay tuned for a call we received on our phone line! A super fan from Canada called to share their favorite yarns and we were so delighted. We had to include the voicemail here and really, we couldn't have said it better ourselves. 

 

Featured image includes:

Sagebrush Shawl
Paragon Sport Yarn

Mentioned in this Episode:
Kalurah Hudson Knit Picks Designs
Sway (Collection)
Seashore Shawl: Heavy
Seashore Shawl: Light
Andrea Mowry on Ravelry
Premium Knitting Chart Keeper
Basic Chart Keeper - Silver
Quick Locking Stitch Markers Set
Lace Blocking Wires
Eucalan Woolwash 16.9 oz
Premium Knitting Blocking Mats
T Pins 40 Pack
Blocking Pins (U shaped ones)
Fixed Circular Needles
Interchangeable Needles
Shimmer Lace Yarn
Luminance Lace Yarn
Luminance Hand Painted
Alpaca Cloud Lace Yarn
Gloss Lace Yarn
Aloft Yarn

Timestamps:

0:00 Introduction with Hannah
1:26 Stacy interviews Kalurah
10:34 Lee and Hannah talk about their favorite tools for lace
37:57 Listener voicemail
42:53 Credits

Today we're talking about HOW things are made but, it's a twist! Instead of the act of knitting or projects, we're going to be sharing how patterns are designed and how our sister company, WeCrochet was born. 

Stacey and Lee have spent years designing patterns and working with designers on the behind-the-scenes process of pattern creation. Whether you're interested in dipping your toe into the design world or want to gain new insight and appreciation for the complex and beautiful work that goes into pattern creation, this segment is a must listen. 

We invite Sara Dudek, the brand manager from WeCrochet on to our podcast to talk about our brand new sister brand. Knit Picks has long been a home for knitters and we wanted to grow to include a home JUST for crocheters. Learn about what's new in crochet (spoiler alert, SO MANY THINGS!) and get inspired to pick up your hooks and explore crochet.com.

As always... happy crafting!

Have a question? Want to talk about something you?re working on? Make sure to call in, ask, and just say hi! Drop us a line at 360-334-4847 and record your message, we?ll be checking our voicemail often and might be using your messages in future podcast episodes. We really love hearing from you. You can also record a Voice Memo on your phone and send that audio file to [email protected]. 

 

Mentioned in this Episode:

Designer page, includes links to IDP and to current calls for submissions
Knit Picks Exclusive Books
Knit Picks Exclusive eBooks
Knit Picks Exclusive Patterns
Design with us! page
Indy Pattern Designers' Resources ravelry group
Lee's knitting patterns
WeCrochet!

 

Timestamps:

0:00 Introduction with Hannah
1:09 Stacy and Lee talk about the process of knitting patterns from idea through to publishing
22:54 Hannah talks to Sara about the new brand for crocheters, WeCrochet
38:07 Credits with Hannah

Knitting tiny things like stuffies and baby sweaters has always been a favorite way to fill our knitting queue. Lately the knitters here at Knit Picks have cast on for small, quick projects as we find ourselves with more opportunities to dive into our stashes at home. It's the perfect time to reach for instant gratification knits.

First up, Hillary and Morgan share their recent experiences knitting for babies. Tiny sweaters, hats and the cutest baby socks are fun to whip up and gift right away or store for future babies. They share tips and tricks for knitting baby gear as well as some pattern recommendations!

Next, Stacey and Hannah do a deep dive into knitting toys. They both LOVE to make stuffies and have found things that they both look for in a good toy pattern. Learn about yarns and techniques we recommend for 3D toy knitting as well as their favorite patterns!

As always... happy knitting!

Mentioned in this episode:
The Otterferry Cardi by Rainer and Bear
Swish DK
Flax by tincanknits
Brava Worsted Yarn
Snuggle Puff
CotLin Yarn
Simply Cotton Organic Sport Yarn
Bumpy Bear Hat
Pumpkin Patch Beanie
Bunny Ears Hat
Sheep Hat
Narwhal
Dishie
Double Pointed Needles
Safety Eyes
Locking Stitch Markers
Rachel Borello Carroll (Narwhal, Unicorn, Manatee, Fox)
Mochimochi (tiny unicorn, tons of tiny projects on Rav, Stacey's favorite Grass guy)
Rebecca Danger (monsters, did our A Very Danger Christmas)
Emily Kintigh (Little Mishka, new handpuppets, Monster rattles)
Cinthia Vallet  
Cute, Cuter, Cutest Knit Toys in 3 sizes 
WeCrochet | crochet.com
Wool of the Andes
Swish
Hawthorne
Stroll
Biggo
Brava Sport
Mighty Stitch
Fable Fur
Comfy
Cotlin Reflections
Shine

Timestamps:
0:00 Hannah's introduction
1:02 Morgan and Hillary talk about knitting for babies
10:01 Hannah and Stacy deep dive into knitting toys
35:57 Credits

Here in the Pacific Northwest we've had our first burst of warm weather and we've decided it's high time we talk about warm weather knitting. Whether you're thinking of garments to WEAR or projects to MAKE during our upcoming heatwaves, we've got you covered. Listen along as we talk about the ins and outs of our favorite knitting season: SUMMER!

First up, Stacey and Hannah share their favorite projects. We'll get you thinking about your own knitting queue and wardrobe. And if you're wondering if summer is blanket-knitting season, the answer is YES! Modular blankets are easy to knit in small sections while sitting in the sun, and then pieced together in the cool evenings. Stay tuned for more tips and tricks.

Next, Lee and Erica do a deep dive on plant fiber yarns. From cotton to linen and everything in between, you'll learn about the ins and outs of each fiber and their blends. If you've never dipped into the world of plant fibers, this episode is for you!

Mentioned in this Episode:

Hawthorne yarn
Sock Yarn Shawls Collection eBook
Stratosphere
Everyday Wraps eBook: Colorful Knitted Shawls
Hue Shift Afghan Pattern
Cotlin yarn
Equinox Collection
Cascades Tee
Cotlin Reflections
Comfy
Lunch Bag Pattern
Market Bag Pattern
Dishie Yarn
Stroll Sock Lab ? Aquarium Edition
Hawthorne Sock Lab - Scoops Edition
Dishie Twist Yarn
Curio #10
Shine Yarn
Simply Cotton Organic Sport Yarn
Snuggle Puff Yarn
Billow Yarn
Lindy Chain
Orchid Blossom Stole

Timestamps:

0:00 The Introduction with Hannah
1:07 Hannah and Stacy chat warm weather knits
18:02 Erica and Lee chat plant-fiber yarns
37:17 Credits

We're recording these episodes from our homes scattered across Portland, Oregon. We may be apart but our enthusiasm for all things yarn and crafting bring us together! Today, we're taking a small departure from knitting or crochet to talk about dyeing yarns. No matter what craft you're passionate about, being able to make your unique, custom colorway is an exciting and fun project that you can do at home with things you probably already have around the house!

First up, Regan and Hannah chat about natural dyes. You can get stunning washes of color from tree bark, spices, and common vegetables with just a little bit of time and effort. Regan shares his experiments with our Earthues dye kit and Hannah touches on some of her experience dyeing with flowers and other plants grown in the garden. 

Next, Stacey and Lee chat about other dye techniques. From speckles to using kool aid to dye yarns, you'll learn about what fun effects we're seeing in yarns these days!

As always, if you have a question or want to talk about something you're working on you can call in! Drop us a line at 360-334-4847and record your message, we'll be checking our voicemail often and might be using your messages in future podcast episodes. We really love hearing from you. You can also record a Voice Memo on your phone and send that audio file to [email protected]. 
In the meantime, as always... happy knitting.

Mentioned in this episode:

Botanical Yarn Dyeing Journey
Earthues Botanical Dye Kit
Bare Yarns
Indigo Cotton Dye Kit
Indie Dyer Showcase
The Handbook of Natural Plant Dyes
Jacquard Dye Kit
Jacquard Acid Yarn Dyes - 27 Colors
Greener Shades Acid Dye Kit
Dye Bare Yarn with Kool-Aid! blog post
Dyeing Yarn in a Crock Pot
Dyeing Self-Striping Yarn
From Another Place Crop Top
Lee's tutorial 
Cotton Dye Kit

Timestamps:

0:00 Hannah's Introduction
1:38 Hannah and Regan talk natural dyes
13:48 Listener Voicemail and follow up
15:44 Lee and Stacy talk acid-based dyes
37:11 Credits

You may have noticed that we took a short break between episodes while we figured out how to record from home. We miss our tiny recording studio but we're also so excited to be able to record new episodes for you to knit along to.  

Many of us are finding more time to do our favorite crafts during the day... it's a time to rest and find comfort in our projects. Even though we're spending more time crafting, it doesn't necessarily mean that all of that time is spent in one go over  the course of a leisurely crafternoon! Instead, kiddos, pets, work or chores punctuate our days. Everyone on the Knit Picks team has found ways to make our precious knitting and crochet time productive and simple so that we can get right back to it when we're ready and able. 

First, Lee and Erica give some tips and tricks for keeping track of where you are in your project! Using lifelines in lace or locking stitch markers can make it so much easier to come back to a project you've set down hours (or weeks!) before. 

Next, Stacey and Hannah share their favorite patterns that are easy to pick up and work on without having to rely on tons of notes or complicated stitches. Spoiler alert: garter stitch comes up more than once!

FYI Knitting is not canceled! We may be spending more time apart  these days but we're finding new, exciting ways to connect and share our love of craft with each other. Looking for a community of excited, dedicated crafters? Join our new Together We Knit Facebook group! With over 1,500 members there's never ending inspiration to look forward to. 

Want to craft for charity? Knit Picks has teamed up with Warm Up America to knit or crochet blocks for blankets. Read more about Warm Up America on our blog. There's never been a better way to spread love, try a new technique and bust your stash at the same time!

Have a question? Want to talk about something you're working on? Make sure to call in, ask, and just say hi! Drop us a line at 360-334-4847 and record your message, we'll be checking our voicemail often and might be using your messages in future podcast episodes. We really love hearing from you. You can also record a Voice Memo on your phone and send that audio file to [email protected]. 

In the meantime, as always... happy knitting....

Mentioned in this episode:
Knit Picks Podcast Episode 311
Row Counter
Finger Row Counter
Knit Picks Notebooks
Project Bag
How to Use a Lifeline for Lace Knitting
Interchangeable Needles
Stitch Markers
Colorful Garter Cowl
Midwinter Shawl
Electric Alpaca Cowl
Eponine Shawlette
Vesna Infinity Scarf
Impressionist Afghan
Easy Stripes Blanket
Hue Shift
Delaunay Pillow
Beinn
Dreamy Waves Scarf
Rock and roll socks
Vinca Socks
Cozy Couch Socks
On the Grid Socks
Garter Ridge Hat
Resa Hats
Ebullience Hats

 

Timestamps:
0:00 Welcome by Hannah
1:53 Lee and Erica check in and talk about tricks to help you stop and start projects
20:50 Knit Picks is here for you!
21:44 Hannah and Stacy talk about their favorite Go-to projects
32:22 Credits

Today we take a trip behind the scenes at Knit Picks to talk about two of our popular programs. We're busy adding to and refining our subscription boxes and eco yarn offerings throughout the year and wanted to share some of the stories and highlights from both. 

First up, Alison and Hannah talk about their history of developing new eco yarns. From past favorites like Full Circle to our recent Upcycled yarn launch, we're proud of what we've been able to source and are always looking for new yarns to add to our collections.

Next, Erica and Kate share some insights into our subscription box program. Carefully curated boxes arrive at your door every month, full of lovely yarns and favorite patterns. We've recently relaunched our program with new boxes and are always working on new ways to surprise and delight our super fans. Find out who is on Team Hawthorne and who is on Team Stroll. 

If you are someone who gets a subscription box, use the hashtag #KPSubscriptionsuperstar  #KPHandpicked and share your experience.

Mentioned in this episode: 
Upcycled Reserve Yarn Line 
Full Circle 
Upcycle Reserve 100% Wool Worsted 
Upcycle Reserve 100% Wool Bulky 
Upcycle Reserve Alpaca Blend 
Diadem Yarn
Simply Alpaca Aran 
Simply Wool Worsted 
Simply Cotton Organic Worsted Yarn 
Simply Cotton Organic Fingering Yarn 
Simply Cotton Organic Sport Yarn 
Bare Yarns 
Greener Shades Acid Dye Kit
Earthues Botanical Dye Kit 
Warm Up Together Knit A Long
Warm Up Together Knit A Long Pattern Ideas
Subscription boxes 
Subscription box: Cotton Club 
Subscription box: Sock Yarn Celebration
Subscription box: A Year of Hats 
Payne Hat 

As always, happy knitting

Timestamps:

00:00 Hannah's introduction
0:58 Alison and Hannah talk eco yarns and dyes
10:48 Stacy introduces the Warm Up Together Knit A Long
11:39 Erica and Kate talk about Knit Picks subscription boxes
19:57 Credits 

Knits are meant to be loved and used which means that a knitter's work is never truly done. Whether there are holes to be mended or you want to add some fiber flair to your project, Stacey, Lee, Alison and Hannah share some of their favorite ways to mend and embellish knits. 

First up, wool moths and kiddos mean our stacks of knits have some holes to be patched. Alison and Hannah discuss the different ways they mend well loved knits. Listen in to learn about needle felting, darning eggs and the ongoing debate about visible versus invisible mending.

Next, Stacey and Lee come together to share their favorite ways to add embellishments to finished projects. Adding duplicate stitch or a crochet edging can bring new life to a second hand garment or spice up an otherwise plain piece with bold motifs. Want to add pockets? We talk about that too!

As always, happy knitting!

 

Mentioned in this Episode:

Hawthorne
Sock Darning with Duplicate stitch
Wool Roving
Felting Needle
Darning Needle Set
Darning Egg
Bent Tip Tapestry Needles
Embroidery Hoop
Crochet Hooks
All things Crochet
Pallet Yarn
Pom Pom Maker
Duplicate Stitch project in-progress
Lee's thrifted cardigan with knitted-on elements
Crochet chain into eyelet holes
How to add crochet edging to not-knit fabric, by Cal Patch
Some beautiful embroidery on a sweater (with moth holes) on Pantsville Press
Some embroidery Lee did onto sweater fabric

Timestamps:

0:00 Introduction with Hannah
1:03 Hannah and Alison discuss mending
13:07 Lee and Stacy talk embellishing
29:57 credits

The first step in every knitter's journey is conquering the basics: knitting, purling, casting on and binding off. The next step, of course, is finding ways to make your knits do exactly what you want! That feeling when everything comes together in a project that fits perfectly, and looks just as you'd imagined is every knitter's dream. 

In this episode Lee and Hannah answer the Knit Picks Podcast's very first message from the new podcast voicemail. Our caller wanted to know how to customize a hat to fit her perfectly and we were so excited to answer her question. Listen in as we dig deep into what makes knitted hats the best place to learn and refine your skills as well as some tips and tricks for getting that perfect fit.

Next, Stacey and Erica come together together to share how we choose patterns for our printed collections. We print about 18 books a year which means we've got a lot of moving parts happening behind the scenes. Whether you're a designer or someone who really loves a good pattern, we share some great insights into the process in this segment. 

Have a question? Want us to answer your question on the podcast? Make sure to call in and ask! To leave a voicemail call 360-334-4847 and record your message. THIS NUMBER IS NOT FOR CUSTOMER SERVICE. You can also record a voice memo on your phone and email us that audio file at [email protected]

As always, happy knitting.

Mentioned in this Episode:
Wool of the Andes
Turn a Square Hat by Jared Flood
Knits For Everybody Top Down Hats
Hannah's Sister?s Hat
Pinhole Cast On Tutorial
Lee's Hat Designs
Free top-down any-gauge hat patterns by Lee: Scant and Buttonhead
Jeny's Stretchy Bind Off
Casting On for Knitting in the Round (on Circulars)
Double Pointed Needles
Interchangeable Needles
Single Pack 16" Green Cables (for short tips)
Better Together Marled Collection
Entwined: Celtic Cables Collection
Sojourn: A Knit Lace Collection
Design with us
Call for Submissions

Timestamps:
0:00 - Introduction with Hannah
1:11 - Hannah and Lee say hi
1:43 - Ashley's Voicemail
2:32 - Hannah and Lee answer the voicemail's question
21:22 - Special offer for Podcast Listeners
21:50 - Erica and Stacy give the Behind-the-scenes of designs
37:47 - Credits

Visit the Knit Picks Blog for more information about this episode: https://blog.knitpicks.com/?p=65926

Each project has a beginning. Sometimes inspiration starts with a new pattern, but our favorite knits always begin with a surprise "I have GOT to have that!" skein. Today's episode includes our favorite ways to pick patterns when you're starting from your stash.

First, Erica and Hannah discuss all the information on yarn labels! Each label has everything you need to know about a yarn if you know how to parse the mysterious lingo. (We've included a label on our blog so you can follow along as we go through each section.) 

Next, Stacey and Lee share some hot tips and special considerations when you're searching for the perfect project for a specific yarn. Whether you have a single mystery skein or a sweater quantity of yarn, we've got you covered. 

Mentioned in This Episode:
Comfy
Stroll
Craft Yarn Council
Twill
Aloft
Knit Picks Customer Service Team
Yarn Substitution
Ravelry
Lee's Projects and designs
Hawthorne
Holding yarn triple
Cadence Collection
Alpaca Cloud
Comfy Color Mist
Felici
Busting the Stash

Episode Timestamps:
0:00 - Introduction with Hannah
0:53 - How to read a yarn label with Hannah and Erica
17:27 - How to decided what to do with yarn with Stacy and Lee
34:08 - Credits

As always, happy crafting!

Today we're going back to basics! First up, Stacey and Hannah share some insights into knitting needles. The most essential knitting tool, no matter your technique, pattern or yarn, choosing the right needles for each project is the very first step and can make a huge difference in your journey. Whether you're dedicated to DPNs or curious about Interchangeable Needles, Stacey and Hannah cover the basics of needle selection.

Next, Gerda and Lee dig deep into the intricacies of knitting cables. One of the most impressive techniques, cables offer heaps of visual interest once you learn a few simple steps. They even describe how to cable without a cable needle and demystify some of the ways people use the word "cable" within knitting.

Lastly, the Knit Picks Podcast has a brand new voicemail for you to call in with questions or comments. We'll be checking it regularly and using your calls in later episodes as part of our Q&A segments. To leave a voicemail call 360-334-4847 and record your message, we'd love to hear from you. Please know that if you leave us a voice message, we will use it for the podcast.

Episode Timestamps:

0:00 - Introduction with Hannah
0:49 - Hannah and Stacy talk about knitting needles
17:37 - New Knit Picks Podcast phone number!
18:05 - Lee and Gerda talk about knitting cables
27:59 - Credits

Mentioned in this episode:

Choosing the right needles
Straight Needles
Double Pointed Needles
Interchangeable Needles
Fixed Circular Needles
Majestic Foursquare Interchangeable Needle Set
Sunstruck Wood Interchangeable Needle Set with Green Cables
Knit Picks Entwined Collection
Introduction to Cables!
Wood Cable Knitting Needles
Cable Needle (V)
Cable Needle (U)

As always, happy crafting!

In the spirit of a new year full of crafting goals and bursting project queues, we're taking a moment to think about the act of FINISHING knits. More than just weaving in ends, using the right finishing techniques for each project means you'll have garments and accessories that will be treasured and look good for years to come.

First up, Erica and Hannah talk about the importance of taking your time. Each finishing step, from picking the perfect buttons to using the right techniques along the way, add up to a subtle but important difference in the finished project.

Next, Lee and Stacey cover the mysteries and intricacies of blocking. Truly one the last steps in the process, blocking can be much more than a simple wash and dry. It's also one of the steps patterns usually tell us the least about.

Lastly, as you listen to this week's episode, you might hear some background noise. Our offices are getting a top to bottom renovation and, while we're all thrilled that we'll be moving into bright shiny new spaces, these changes mean that we're all serenaded the soft sound of construction, including during this episode. 

Episode Timestamps:

0:00 ? Introduction with Hannah
1:13 ? Hannah and Erica talk about finishing projects
7:13 ? Hannah and Erica talk about buttons
22:33 ? Stacy and Lee talk about blocking
43:33 ? Credits

Mentioned in episode:

Simple Silhouette example Cassidy
Knit Picks Buttons
Josephine's Dry Goods
Dottie Angel
Cast On, Bind Off: 54 Step-by-Step Methods
by Leslie Ann Bestor
Finishing School: A Master Class for Knitters by Deborah Newton
Pom Pom Maker
Tassel Maker
Blocking Mats
Blocking Mat Starter Kit
Soak
Eucalan Woolwash
Soak Flatter
T Pins
Lace Blocking Wires
Sock Blocker
Garment labels

Episode quotes:
"I think it's important to think about finishing right from the start [of a project]" - Erica

"Finishing touches is also things that you don't see that happen midway through a garment or even the beginning but give it a polished look." - Hannah

With the new year right around the corner we're busy reflecting on the goals and resolutions we made in the waning days of 2018.

Erica and Lee chat about their resolutions for this year and what did (or did not, as the case might be) happen. Each then look forward to 2020 and make some plans for the New Year. Next, Stacey and Hannah take a holistic look at 2019. Knit Picks has introduced more new yarns than ever before and both Stacey and Hannah successfully completed their 2019 resolutions. The past year saw some exciting new developments for Knit Picks and we can't wait to see what 2020 will bring.

Reflect and look forward with the Knit Picks Podcast team. We wish you a happy and healthy rest of your December and New Year. And as always, happy crafting! 

Episode Timestamps:

0:00 ? Introduction with Hannah
0:52 ? Lee and Erica listen to last year?s resolutions
1:30 ? Lee?s 2019 resolution (audio from PODCAST 290 ? NEXT STEPS FOR THE NEW YEAR)
3:45 ? Erica?s 2019 resolution (audio from PODCAST 290 ? NEXT STEPS FOR THE NEW YEAR)
6:00 ? Lee and Erica reflect on 2019 and then look forward
20:36 ? Hannah and Stacy on this year and next
35:53 ? Credits

Mentioned in episode:

Hawthorne
Blocking Mat
Arachnophobia Dishcloth
Nightshift Shawl by Andrea Mowry
Mister Postman by Kristen Jancuk
Woodland Tweed
Aloft Mohair
Hannah?s Sister?s Hat
Stroll
Mosaic Knitting
Blackwood Cardigan
Love to Sew Podcast
WeCrochet (New crochet brand)
Crochet Cardigan

Craft·i·tude /kraft ? t(y)o?od/ noun

the quality of being thankful within crafting; readiness to show appreciation for and to return kindness in crafting. (Craft + Gratitude)

As crafters, there's something to be grateful for every day we pick up our needles, try a new yarn or conquer a technique. From beautiful yarns to inspiring role models, there are so many things and people to thank for helping each one of us explore our favorite crafts.

First, Lee and Hannah share all of the things they're thankful for. They are both self-taught knitters and have relied on a whole host of tools, books and online resources to teach everything needed to become crafting superstars. Stay tuned for some tried-and-true resources that they're both oh-so-grateful to have.

Next, we feature a whole cast of new and familiar voices. The Knit Picks staff, whether on the Customer Service Team, in the IT, or Photo Department, we all have someone to thank for helping us along on our crafting journeys.

Episode Timestamps:

0:00 ? Introduction with Hannah
0:59 ? Lee and Hannah talk about things they're grateful for
10:35 ? KP Staff give thanks
17:18 ? Credits
18:38 ? WeCrochet Podcast preview

Mentioned in episode:

Ravelry
Knitty.com
The Knitting All Around Stitch Dictionary by Wendy Bernard
Up, Down, All-Around Stitch Dictionary by Wendy Bernard
The Opinionated Knitter by Elizabeth Zimmermann
Sock It to Me
Interchangeable knitting needles set
Go Your Own Way Socks Top Down (Socks Tutorial with Stacy)

Whether you're brand new to knitting or an old hand, talking about the foundations of knitting can lead to some profound "ah hah!" moments. Time and again we think we've learned all there is to know about knitting, only to be surprised by some little tip or trick from a fellow crafter that totally changes our process. 

Lee and Erica start the conversation today by sharing their methods for reading both patterns and your knit fabric! Being able to look at your project and correctly "read" your stitches can help prevent errors as well as give you a greater understanding of general knit construction. We even have a little treat for our left-handed listeners

Next, Stacey and Hannah talk about their forays into knitting without looking at their needles! Both frequently knit while chatting or, more recently, while occupying the Knit Picks booth at the recent Quilt Festival Houston trade show. They loved meeting everyone at the show and also realized that they have some good tips and tricks for knitters who want to practice knitting without looking. 

Episode Timestamps:

0:00 ? Introduction with Hannah
1:03 ? Tips and Tricks: Reading your knitting
11:08 ? Left-handed knitting
18:46 ? Shout out to Quilt Festival Houston
20:55 ? Tips for knitting without looking
36:40 ? Credits

Mentioned in episode:
Row Counter
The Left-Handed Knitter
Lee?s ?Asymmetrical Shawl? aka Liy Shawl
Hue Shift Afghan Pattern
Hue Shift Afghan Kit
Emergency Fix Keychain

Halloween, the spookiest time of year may have come and gone, but the Knit Picks office and crafting queues are still haunted by scary decorations and seasonal knits.

While we?re still making cute ghosts, leaves and pumpkins and enjoying treats with cinnamon and spice, we thought it would be the perfect time to cozy up with some spooky themed podcast segments. 

First up, Lee and Morgan chat about their knitting fears! Trying new projects or techniques can be intimidating so they?ve come up with some tips and tricks to make the whole process easier. 

Next, light some candles and settle in with a cozy blanket while we share some scary stories! Listen along to knitting nightmares with happy endings and surprising twist that are sure to get your heart (and your needles) racing!

Face your knitting fears with us at www.knitpicks.com/

Episode timestamps:

00:00 ? The ?Welcome? by Hannah
00:52 ? Knitting Fears with Lee and Morgan
15:40 ? Knitting Horror Stories:
15:49 ? The Favorite Cardigan by Stacy
18:13 ? Obliterated Stitches by Lee
20:07 ? ?Twas the Night before NIGHTMARE by Erica
21:57 ? Lost Yarn by Hannah
23:22 ? The Monsters That Make by Morgan
24:52 ? Credits with Hannah

Summer is long gone and everyone here at Knit Picks has started gearing up for the holiday gift giving season! Our needles are busy casting on hats, socks and stuffies and everything in between.

Erica and Hannah share their tips and tricks for managing their project queues throughout this busy season, as well as making sure we all give the perfect gift, every time. Hannah's favorite way to make a stellar gift in no time at all is to pair a basic pattern with a stunning, color changing yarn.

In the second segment, Lee and Stacey share their favorite ways to feature these cool color effects in projects. From long gradients to steady stripes, color changing yarns elevate simple projects in a snap.

Mentioned in episode:

Aloft
Twill
Mighty Stitch Super Bulky
Cedar Box
Cedar Butterfly
Chroma Worsted
Chroma Fingering
Wool of the Andes Worsted Yarn
Stroll Gradient
Felici

Check out Hannah's mentioned giant squishy knit roly-poly "pill bug"

As always, happy listening and happy crafting!

In this episode, we're taking a trip down luxury lane. It's the perfect time of year to treat yourself (or that special someone on your gift list) to handknits in our premium fibers. Our newest pattern collection, Cadence, showcases these luxury yarns in garments and accessories that are both simple AND stunning. Stacey and Lee go behind the scenes and discuss all the careful considerations and lovely details that went in to each pattern.

Alexis and Hannah also dig deep into what makes Luxury yarns special! From Alpaca to Silk and Cashmere, we've never had this many oh-so-soft yarns available at once. Listen in to learn about Micron counts and the mysterious world of Alpaca fibers.

As always, happy listening and happy crafting!

We have a special guest for this episode! Lisa Seifert joins Stacey to chat about our newest colorwork collection, Spectrum. Lisa brings some new insight to the design process and shares some behind the scenes info about her patterns in this stunning collection.

Our Q + A segments continue! We love answering your knitting questions (keep them coming!) and tackle all your colorwork conundrums in this episode. Stay tuned for tips for proper tension, color choice, and yarn selection! Whether you're a colorwork enthusiast or just getting started, stay tuned for a deep dive on one of our favorite techniques.

We recently calculated how many pattern collections we've published and were SHOCKED to discover that we've done over 130 books since we started this program. Each collection has come together after months of planning, designing, and knitting. Every time we get a new sample in the office or do a new call for submissions, we get excited about all the possibilities!

To celebrate our new Gansey collection: Form and Function, Stacey and Hannah sit down together in the studio to really dig in to these new patterns and share the details that make each one unique. We've never done a Gansey focused collection and share some of the challenges and considerations that went in to the selection process.

Alexis and Hillary also sit down to chat about our OTHER new news!
We've been busy adding new colors to your favorite yarn lines, making new bulky needle sets and (drumroll please!) we're introducing a whole new faux fur yarn!

As always, happy listening and happy crafting!

It's time to celebrate our favorite seasonless knit, SOCKS!
The perfect portable project, we always have a pair on our needles between larger projects. There's really nothing better than a pair of handknit socks for gifting OR wearing.

This week we dive into our new Simply Socks pattern collection. After years printing collections of wild socks with fabulously complicated colors and stitch patterns, we've put together a collection of basic, everyday patterns that we all secretly (or not so secretly) really WANT to wear. Perfect for gifting to anyone in your life (hello fellas!) or filling your own sock drawer, we promise these new patterns will have you casting on your next pair ASAP.

Stacey and Hannah get serious with our second Q+A session all about, you guessed it, SOCKS! Listen in as they weigh the pros and cons of DPNs vs Magic Loop, and share advice on how to make sure you get the perfect fit every time. We'll be doing Q+A segments regularly so keep those comments coming!

As always, happy listening and happy crafting!

This episode is all about the mysteries and intricacies of sweater knitting! First, we've launched a brand new, wonderfully tweedy sweater pattern collection, Everyday Rustic. Stacey and Lee share their favorite patterns as well as a little behind the scenes peek into making this collection.

To go along with our sweater theme, Stacey and Hannah pop into the studio to answer some of YOUR questions about the ins and outs of sweater knitting. From sweater care to yarn substitution, and even one question that had us questioning the way we read patterns, we had a blast digging into ideas and concepts we rarely talk about in the office. We'll be doing Q+A segments regularly so keep those comments coming!

As always, happy listening and happy crafting!

After eight years of making our very own pattern collections, we're finally doing a BEST OF KNIT PICKS edition! Our very favorite garment patterns from our archive are now together in one amazing (and enormous) book. Colorwork, cables, tweed and a few luxury yarns shine in these newly standardized and updated patterns. Lee and Stacey, who work together to bring you all of our pattern collections, sit down to share some behind the scenes insight into their favorite patterns and the logistics of producing our very first Best Of collection.

We've also cracked open our yarn archive to bring you an update line of Shimmer lace yarn! Our favorite Baby Alpaca and Silk lace yarn is back in new bright colors, perfect for updating traditional lace patterns. Hillary and Hannah share our love for the zesty new colors as well as project ideas in case you need some extra inspiration.

As always, happy listening and happy crafting!

We're dedicating this episode to our love for the timeless and oh-so-wearable SHAWL!

The ultimate knit accessory, shawls are fun to make and easy to style in any season. That being said, summer is our favorite time of year to break out our lace weight yarn and cast on our most epic shawl projects. The perfect roadtrip companion or portable poolside project, a single skein of yarn goes incredibly far when it's used for open, lacy motifs. Stacey joins Hannah in the podcast studio to chat about Sojourn, our new knit lace collection. Designed to inspire with 14 patterns, including a few fingering weight gems, there's something for everyone, from die-hard dedicated enthusiast to newbie.

We're also THRILLED to introduce Twill, our new superwash merino wool yarn! Perfect for sweaters, hats, accessories and everything in between, we hope you love it as much as we do!

As always, happy listening and happy crafting!

Today is a celebration of everything that makes Knit Picks unique.
One of our core missions is to surprise and delight our super fans with new tools, yarn, and patterns. We're always working on
new biz for you and rarely take a moment to think back and appreciate all that has come before.

In this episode, Hillary and Hannah share our favorite Knit Picks exclusive tools. Listen in as we chat about our tried and true ball winders as well as our new Needle binders, a labor of love over a year in the making. The best part? You can shop our sale on all Knit Picks exclusive tools on the site right now! Until July 1st, save 25% on your favorite tools or try something new!

Next, our Sock Lab dye experiment program is a year old! Every month we release a new dye effect on one of our popular sock yarn bases. An ongoing dye experiment and celebration of sock yarn, we've been delighted by the overwhelmingly enthusiastic response each month. Alexis and I describe some of our (and your!) favorites from the past year. Stay tuned for more colors through the rest of 2019...

Lastly, Reflections is our indigo dye inspired cotton linen yarn! Perfect for summer tops and accessories.

As always, happy crafting!

Today marks an exciting milestone, its our 300th episode! Over the years we've covered just about every topic under the crafty sun.
We've done deep dives into obscure techniques, gone full nerd over micron counts and also gone behind the scenes and shared the
development process of some of our most popular yarns. Everyone here at Knit Picks loves to take a few minutes every month to sit down in the studio and talk about the parts of this craft that we each love most. Today, you'll hear from all of us!

In this episode, we'll take a moment to talk about our newest pattern collections! Pawtastic, our new dog themed pattern collection and Outrageous Insteps, a long awaited celebration of all the bright handpainted sock yarns out there.

Lastly, everyone here at Knit Picks takes a moment to say hello! We share some of our favorite things about knitting, what's currently on our collective needles and also take a moment to appreciate being part of the KP team.

300 episodes is a huge landmark and we couldn't have done it without our dedicated listeners. A big thank you to everyone who has tuned in over the years and a warm welcome to anyone who is just now discovering our podcast.

As always, happy crafting!

Welcome to the Knit Picks Podcast, Episode 299: Shawl Season

Get ready to dust off your needles and hooks with two new shawl collections!
First, Stacey and Hannah talk about Radiance, our knit shawl collection. Easy to wear and fun to knit, these shawls feature fun color combinations and our favorite yarns.

Next, Heather joins Hannah in the studio and they chat about the stunning Color Crush collection of crocheted shawls. Finally, sock yarn shawls for all you happy hookers out there.

Alexis and Hannah also introduce this month's new sock lab experiment! Every month we introduce a limited edition sock yarn,
and we're proud to bring you our first natural dye partnership with BQueen Collection on our favorite Hawthorne yarn base. Each skein is a hand dyed work of art, perfect for the special sock or shawl pattern in your queue!