tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-55014922032245730302024-03-08T15:39:09.911-05:00Dropped Stitches PodcastJuliahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06901550026894078246noreply@blogger.comBlogger20125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5501492203224573030.post-56073340597381439602017-08-21T21:48:00.002-04:002017-08-21T21:48:43.196-04:00Dropped Stitches Episode 17: UFOs to be Frogged<iframe allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/-R4laD38GKE" width="560"></iframe>
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...everyone sing it with me now: down wools are some of my faaavorite things...Today on Dropped Stitches Podcast Episode 17: UFOs to be Frogged... <br />
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Today we have two finished shawls (one is the kit I won from The Wooly Thistle on IG !!), two new skeins of handspun, and two unfinished objects in danger of being ripped out. Oh, plus some weaving with really wiggly singles yarns. Come enjoy the drama!<br />
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Today on Dropped Stitches Podcast, watch as I do some eco printing and dyeing on silk scarves by an experimental method. No knitting today, only a demonstration of dye and plants on silk.<br />
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Plants attempted include Japanese maple, clematis, St Johns Wort, lambs quarter, veitch, marigold, red clover.<br />
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To see more Tour de Fleece goodness, search Instagram for #tourdefleece2017<br />
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Plants attempted include Japanese maple, clematis, St Johns Wort, lambs quarter, veitch, marigold, red clover.<br />
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In which I ramble about my half-formed Tour de Fleece plans! For the non-spinners out there, I also collected a list of fun make-along happenings for you, flash a little knitting, and show a miniature orchid that looks like barbie cucumbers. Hope you enjoy!<br />
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FOs:<br />
Fleece Owl (sewing) and Shell baby blanket<br />
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WIPs: <br />
Spinning - Hobbledehoy battlings, Gnomespun Dorset roving, Babydoll Southdown, and Hilltop Cloud top<br />
Knitting - Knit Me Baby One More Time by Lyrical Knits in MarigoldJen sock, and Robin by Leethal Knits in Berroco Vintage DK<br />
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Tour de Fleece teams!!! - KnitSpinFarm, Fibernate and Solitude, Akerworks, Classy Squid Fiber Co., Kromski North America<br />
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Lyrical SAL (Sweater Along, Lyrical Knits), #thegreatunravel2017 with Wool Needles Hands podcast, Finish Along with Crafternoon Treats podcast, Steek Along with Ninja Chickens Podcast, Slow Ass Knitters club with LuckyJennyKnits podcast, All the small things with Bunniphish Podcast.<br />
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Dendrobium cucumerinum and Dendrobium rigidum <br />
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<script async="" defer="" src="//platform.instagram.com/en_US/embeds.js"></script>Juliahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06901550026894078246noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5501492203224573030.post-16364456782835918812017-05-21T20:22:00.002-04:002017-05-21T20:23:04.328-04:00Episode 13: Festivals and Stash Enhancement<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Get a tiny peek at how piggish I was at the Maryland Sheep and Wool Festival and New Hampshire Sheep and Wool Festival in 2017! Guaranteed to make you feel better about your stash! <br /><br />Finished objects include a handspun cowl (What Alice Found by Kelly Judson), crochet baby blanket (Leaping Stripes and Blocks by Moogly), knit tank top (Huevos by Carol Feller). In progress includes some handspun and a peek at my Clemes Modern wheel, and the Ocean Waves Baby Afghan (Lion Brand).<br />
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<script async defer src="//platform.instagram.com/en_US/embeds.js"></script>Juliahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06901550026894078246noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5501492203224573030.post-14106196561411021272017-04-16T23:03:00.000-04:002017-04-16T23:05:41.554-04:00Episode 12: Woolly Goodness<iframe allowfullscreen="" class="YOUTUBE-iframe-video" data-thumbnail-src="https://i.ytimg.com/vi/k5jmtBNWqi0/0.jpg" frameborder="0" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/k5jmtBNWqi0?feature=player_embedded" width="560"></iframe>
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Ride the way back machine to visit some woolly goodness sourced from not-your-average breed of sheep on this episode of Dropped Stitches Podcast. We'll have cocktails and a special guest star.<br />
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We'll wrap with our usual look at a plant. NOTE: I mispronounced the name.<br />
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Today's Beverage: Ginger Ale ~ Lemon Juice ~ Tequila<br />
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PRIZE ANNOUNCEMENT!!<br />
The free copy of <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/wind-song-2">Wind Song</a> by <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/designers/lara-smoot">Lara Smoot Designs</a> goes to LisaDNewman! YAAAAY<br />
FOs:<br /><br />
* Armadillo Sweater in Solitude Wool Targhee 2<br />
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* crochet <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/leaping-stripes-and-blocks-blanket" target="_blank">Leaping Stripes Baby Blanket</a><br />
* <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/robin-13" target="_blank">Robin by Lee Meredith</a> in Berroco Vintage DK<br />
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Way back machine:<br />
* <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/carabe">Carabe Cardigan</a> by Justyna Lorkowska in Solitude Wool Suffolk Dorset Boot Sock<br />
* <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/gnarled-oak-cardigan" target="_blank">Gnarled Oak Cardigan</a> by Alana Dakos in Solitude Wool Border Leicester Sport <br />
* <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/ripple-effect-fingerless-glove-pattern">Ripple Effect</a> mitts by Jill Zielinski in Solitude Wool Clun Forest<br />
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Wool Pigery:<br />
<a href="https://www.countessablaze.com/">Countess Ablaze</a> yarns<br />
<a href="http://www.hilltopcloud.co.uk/">Hilltop Cloud</a> roving<br />
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PLANTS!<br />
<i>Encyclia (alata x bractescens)</i><br />
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Today's Beverage: Quilan oolong tea<br />
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PRIZE ANNOUNCEMENT!!<br />
<a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/dropped-stitches-podcast/topics/3596128">ENTER HERE</a><br />
<a href="http://www.ravelry.com/designers/lara-smoot">Lara Smoot Designs</a> & <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/marigoldjen">MarigoldJen Yarns</a><br />
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FOs:<br />
* <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/wind-song-2">Wind Song</a> by Lara Smoot in MarigoldJen's Sparkle Sock<br />
* crochet <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/star-blanket-5" target="_blank">Star Blanket</a><br />
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* Discussion of Down Wools, including flashes of hand-dyed babydoll southdown yarn and fiber.<br />
* Hand-dyed alpaca/romney roving<br />
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Wool Pigery:<br />
<a href="https://www.countessablaze.com/">Countess Ablaze</a> the Manx Lad yarns<br />
<a href="http://stores.fatcatknits.com/">Fat Cat Knits</a> fibers roving & batts<br />
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PLANTS!<br />
fancy leaves of Phalaenopsis schilleriana. You can view P. schilleriana flowers in <a href="https://sapphirechild.blogspot.com/2009/03/how-to-detach-sticky-roots.html">this post</a>.Juliahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06901550026894078246noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5501492203224573030.post-28142494937965545852017-03-17T22:24:00.003-04:002017-03-17T22:42:01.580-04:00Episode 10: Exciting Announcement Bits!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Today's Beverage: Alamos Chardonnay, 2015<br />
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PRIZE ANNOUNCEMENT!!<br />
<a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/dropped-stitches-podcast/topics/3596128">ENTER HERE</a><br />
<a href="http://www.ravelry.com/designers/lara-smoot">Lara Smoot Designs</a> & <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/marigoldjen">MarigoldJen Yarns</a><br />
WIPs:<br />
* Armadillo Sweater in Solitude Wool Targhee 2<br />
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Way back machine:<br />
Handspun <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/ClassySquidFiberCo">Classy Squid Fiber</a> woven scarf<br />
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Wool Pigery:<br />
MarigoldJen sparkle acquisitions<br />
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PLANTS!<br />
A rambling introduction to Miltonopsis orchids.Juliahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06901550026894078246noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5501492203224573030.post-87032901379690331492017-03-12T16:26:00.004-04:002017-03-12T16:45:03.733-04:00Episode 9: Tequila Makes Everything Better<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Come say hi in the <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/groups/dropped-stitches-podcast" target="_blank">Ravelry group</a>!<br />
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Today's Beverage: Tequila Smoothie<br />
Papaya, blackberry, coconut water, lemon juice<br />
Tequila<br />
ginger, Vietnamese cinnamon, Ancho chili, salt<br />
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WIPs:<br />
* crochet <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/star-blanket-5" target="_blank">Star Blanket</a><br />
* Armadillo Sweater in Solitude Wool Targhee 2<br />
* <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/robin-13">Robin by Lee Meredith</a> in Berroco Vintage DK<br />
* sewing - upcycled suit bag<br />
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Wool Pigery:<br />
KnitSpinFarm roving and bag<br />
Classics Society March box<br />
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Open discussion: Entitlement and respect (i.e. reluctance, guilt, and resistance) in crafting<br />
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PLANTS!<br />
A rambling introduction to mini-cattleya orchids, and some interesting African violets.Juliahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06901550026894078246noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5501492203224573030.post-12411497266604347062017-02-12T12:25:00.002-05:002017-02-12T13:03:37.469-05:00Episode 8: Tea & Orchids 101<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Come say hi in the <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/groups/dropped-stitches-podcast" target="_blank">Ravelry group</a>!<br />
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Today's Beverage: TEA! Whaaat??<br />
Nepalese Gold from <a href="http://teaistheway.com/" target="_blank">Tea is the Way</a><br />
India Tellicherry Peppercorns, cracked<br />
Cracked Ginger<br />
Fennel Seed<br />
Peppermint<br />
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FOs:<br />
* Hat: <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/the-favorite-knit-slouchy" target="_blank">Favorite Knit Slouchy</a><br />
* Cowl based on <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/the-favorite-knit-slouchy" target="_blank">Favorite Knit Slouchy</a><br />
* Sweater based on <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/pull-me-over" target="_blank">Pull Me Over</a> in Miss Babs Yowza<br />
* <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/skipperling" target="_blank">Skipperling</a> in Sugarloaf Alpaca Co. Alpaca/Merino Fingering<br />
* <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/bubble-baby-blanket" target="_blank">Bubble Baby Blanket</a> in Lion Brand Heartland <br />
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WIPs:* crochet <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/star-blanket-5" target="_blank">Star Blanket</a><br />
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Wool Pigery:<br />
KnitSpinFarm roving and batts<br />
Hobbledehoy batts<br />
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PLANTS!<br />
A rambling introduction to Phalaenopsis orchids. For more coherent information, see my article on these plants <a href="https://sapphirechild.blogspot.com/2008/02/basic-phalaenopsis-culture.html" target="_blank">here</a>.Juliahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06901550026894078246noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5501492203224573030.post-50775043704844508892015-01-06T21:35:00.002-05:002015-01-06T21:35:54.691-05:00Episode 7: "ee ee eeee"<iframe allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="315" src="//www.youtube.com/embed/k5bJ_nH3-_k" width="560"></iframe>
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Folks - there was some sort of video snafu around the 54 minute mark which caused the loss of ~9m worth of footage. I think we were just yakking about chocolate stains and steeking during that time.
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Come say hi in the <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/groups/dropped-stitches-podcast" target="_blank">Ravelry group</a>!<br />
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Today's Beer:<br />
Green's Gluten Free <a href="http://www.merchantduvin.com/brew-greens-gluten-free-ipa.php" target="_blank">India Pale Ale</a><br />
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Wine Discussed:<br />
<a href="http://redcatwine.com/" target="_blank">Hazlitt Red Cat</a> <br />
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Jen's FOs:<br />
* No Sew fleece blanket<br />
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Julia's FOs:<br />
* Sweater based on <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/ginnys-cardigan" target="_blank">Ginny's Cardigan</a> in <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/yarns/library/knit-picks-merino-style" target="_blank">KP Merino Style</a><br />
* <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/ripple-effect-fingerless-glove-pattern" target="_blank">Ripple Effect</a> Fingerless Gloves in Solitude Wool <a href="http://www.solitudewool.com/yarns/clun-forest-cf4014/" target="_blank">Clun Forest</a> <br />
* Shetland handspun, 3-ply, Marl technique using natural colors (from fleece)<br />
* Llama lace handspun, 2-ply (from fleece)<br />
* Pink handspun, 2-ply, One ply <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/hobbledehoy" target="_blank">Hobbledehoy</a> batts (smooth), one ply polwarth/silk top<br />
* Blue/green handspun, 2 ply, <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/hobbledehoy" target="_blank">Hobbledehoy</a> braid<br />
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Items mentioned:<br />
* <a href="http://www.akerworks.com/bobbins.html" target="_blank">Akerworks Bobbins</a><br />
* <a href="http://kromskina.com/" target="_blank">Kromski</a> Wheels (Mazurka is a discontinued model)<br />
* Morning Street Wheel, Overland Handcraft (shop seems closed, here's a <a href="https://img1.etsystatic.com/000/0/5989489/il_570xN.195341001.jpg" target="_blank">photo</a>)<br />
* <a href="http://hansencrafts.com/" target="_blank">Hansen Crafts</a> MiniSpinner wheel<br />
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Jen's WIPs:<br />
* English Paper Piecing Star<br />
* Re-purposed envelope <br />
* Purse<br />
* Mosaic coster(s); tools discussed<br />
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Crochet true confessions<br />
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~~VIDEO PROBLEM~~<br />
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Julia's WIPs:<br />
* <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/top-down-icelandic-sweater" target="_blank">Icelandic sweater</a> (called Maren in the <a href="http://www.craftsy.com/class/the-top-down-icelandic-sweater/129" target="_blank">Craftsy</a> class), in <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/yarns/library/nanne-kennedy-seacolors" target="_blank">Seacolors</a>, <a href="https://www.melissajean.net/cart/" target="_blank">Melissa Jean Designs</a> buttonsJuliahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06901550026894078246noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5501492203224573030.post-1404155819571767772014-07-17T09:35:00.000-04:002014-07-17T09:43:39.123-04:00Episode 6: Its a bit small...<iframe allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="315" src="//www.youtube.com/embed/HP-uM2hXpkY?list=UU2yrBoUjop0pJnh6syMOZYg" width="560"></iframe>
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Come say hi in the <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/groups/dropped-stitches-podcast" target="_blank">Ravelry group</a>!<br />
Join us on <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/dropped-stitches-podcast/2944291/">our anything goes Tour de Fleece</a>! Prizes shown in this episode!
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Today's wine:
<a href="http://www.carpineto.com/en/index.aspx/Dogajolo%20Toscano%20Bianco%20I.G.T./10/11/14/">Carpineto, Dogajolo Toscano Bianco I.G.T.</a><br />
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Julia's FOs:
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* Holden by Mindy Wilkes in Green Mountain Spinnery, Simply Fine<br />
* Frisson by Brittany Wilson in handspun (Single from Hobbledehoy cuckoo classic batts)<br />
* hanspun Hobbledehoy Merino/Silk top, "Jet Pack", ~620yds<br />
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Jen's FOs:
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* <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/intersect" target="_blank">Intersect Hat</a> by <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/designers/lara-smoot" target="_blank">Lara Smoot</a> in Patons Classic Wool Worsted Passion Heather<br />
* Stork<br />
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Julia's WIPs:
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* CVM Fleece (combing)<br />
* Longwool (for Tour de Fleece!!!)<br />
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Jen's WIPs:
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* Orange Shawl, Magrathea by Martina Behm<br />
* upgraded sweatshirt
Juliahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06901550026894078246noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5501492203224573030.post-55676420401940212512014-06-19T14:15:00.001-04:002014-06-19T14:25:00.958-04:00Episode 5: KAL Big Finish!<iframe width="560" height="315" src="//www.youtube.com/embed/6nF-_ZYlGi8" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe>
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Y'all, don't know what our parents were doing upstairs while we were recording. Lets have a game to decide what the background noises are!<br />
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Today's wine:
<a href="http://www.codorniu.com/en/cavas/anna-de-codorniu/7">Anna de Codorniu</a> Brut Cava<br />
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Intersect KAL - results & prizes<br />
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Lots of handspun & a needle case<br />
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Visit us on <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/groups/dropped-stitches-podcast" target="_blank">Ravelry </a>and join us for <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/dropped-stitches-podcast/2944291/" target="_blank">unofficial "Tour de Fleece" fun</a> (non-spinners welcome!) -> We will have <strike>bait</strike> prizes!Juliahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06901550026894078246noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5501492203224573030.post-82400148986598742952014-05-22T16:11:00.000-04:002014-05-22T22:29:35.390-04:00Field Day Extra: Skirting a Fleece<iframe width="420" height="315" src="//www.youtube.com/embed/k4oTxFqXcWs" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe>
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In which SapphireChild skirts a Babydoll Southdown fleece from <a href="http://www.babydollsouthdowns.com/" target="_blank">Sweetwater Farm</a> and talks about fleece, skirting, and Babydoll fiber in particular.<br />
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Hope you find it interesting! Please share your comments with us on the <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/groups/dropped-stitches-podcast" target="_blank">Ravelry group</a>. <br />
Separate video of shearing day to follow.Juliahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06901550026894078246noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5501492203224573030.post-88706037152105000482014-04-23T10:45:00.000-04:002014-04-23T10:45:37.356-04:00Episode 4: Creatures of the NightCome have a beverage and craft with us while we wind down after a full day of wooly activities.
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Come say hi in the <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/groups/dropped-stitches-podcast" target="_blank">Ravelry group</a>!
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Today's wine:
<a href="http://www.vinapomal.com/" target="_blank">Vina Pomal</a>, Crianza 2010 Rioja<br />
<a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rioja_%28wine%29" target="_blank">Wiki on Rioja wines</a>. <br />
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Julia's FOs:<br />
<ul>
<li>Knitting:</li>
<ul>
<li><a href="http://web.archive.org/web/20071027060145/www.eunnyjang.com/knit/2006/11/endpaper_mitts.html" target="_blank">Endpaper Mitts</a> by Eunny Jang in KP Palette, Aurora and Limeaid </li>
<li><a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/mother-of-dragons-3" target="_blank">Mother of Dragons</a> by Lara Smoot in Buckwheat Bridge Mohair/Cormo Fingering</li>
<li><a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/larch" target="_blank">Larch</a> by Tinks and Frogs Rue Miss Babs Sojourn, Shining City colorway </li>
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Jen's FOs:<br />
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<li>Macrame</li>
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Julia's WIPs:<br />
<ul>
<li><a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/fightin-words" target="_blank">Fightin' Words</a> by Annie Watts in KP Palette</li>
<li>Nearly begun: <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/intersect" target="_blank">Intersect</a> Hat by Lara Smoot for the KAL in Knit Picks Wool of the Andes, Fjord heather colorway</li>
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Jen's WIPs:<br />
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<li>Magrathea in <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/yarns/library/miss-babs-yummy-superwash-sock--baby-yarn---2-ply" target="_blank">MissBabs Yummy superwash sock</a></li>
<li>Applique/ upcycled sweatshirt art</li>
<li>Nearly begun: <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/intersect" target="_blank">Intersect</a> Hat by Lara Smoot for the KAL in Patons Classic Wool Worsted, Passion heather colorway</li>
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Don't forget the <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/dropped-stitches-podcast/2892391/" target="_blank">Intersect KAL</a> and <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/dropped-stitches-podcast/2882198/" target="_blank">coupon thread!</a>Juliahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06901550026894078246noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5501492203224573030.post-71646168667586431702014-04-09T17:59:00.000-04:002014-04-09T20:08:23.234-04:00Announcements: Intersect KAL!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Folks, we're having a KAL with <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/designers/lara-smoot" target="_blank">SpinningLara</a>'s pattern <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/intersect">Intersect</a> over in the <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/groups/dropped-stitches-podcast">Dropped Stitches Ravelry group</a>. This is the hat and mitts pattern pictured at left. Anyone who completes a pair of mitts or a hat from the pattern and posts a photo of the in the <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/dropped-stitches-podcast/2892391/">KAL thread</a> between now and the end of May 2014 will be entered for a prize! Overachievers are encouraged to complete both. :) Stop by the group for a coupon code for the pattern (offer ends Saturday April 12) and to join the chatter!Juliahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06901550026894078246noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5501492203224573030.post-64274747211543168522014-03-23T15:16:00.002-04:002014-03-23T15:18:03.612-04:00Episode 3: We have a Ravelry group!<iframe width="560" height="315" src="//www.youtube.com/embed/zu7y2Jv4S3s" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe>
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<a href="http://www.ravelry.com/groups/dropped-stitches-podcast" target="_blank">RAVELRY GROUP!</a> <br />
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<a href="http://www.thekitchn.com/sulfites-in-wine-necessary-or-100878" target="_blank">More information about sulfites and wine</a> <br />
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Today's beverage:<br />
<a href="http://www.freywine.com/" target="_blank">Frey Vineyards</a> Pinot Noir, Organic, no sulfites added<br />
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Gluten Free Beers recommended:<br />
<a href="https://www.blogger.com/www.stpetersbrewery.co.uk" target="_blank">St. Peter's</a> G-Free Ale - Hey! They have a Dark Gluten Free Ale!! I have to see if we can get some...<br />
<a href="http://www.merchantduvin.com/brew-greens-gluten-free.php" target="_blank">Green's</a> Endeavour Dubbel Dark Ale<br />
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Julia's FOs:<br />
<ul>
<li>Knitting:</li>
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<li>Shaelyn by Leila Raabe in KP Andean Treasure, Aurora</li>
<li>New City Hat by Melissa LaBarre in Becoming Art Cielo Worsted </li>
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<li>Spinning:</li>
<ul>
<li>Gnomespun Gotland, 3ply, ~10.5oz, ~700yds </li>
<li>NorthStarAlpacas Alpaca/Merino, 3ply, 6oz, ~390yds </li>
</ul>
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Jen's FOs:<br />
<ul>
<li>Crochet: </li>
<ul>
<li>Dishcloths</li>
</ul>
<li>Peg weaving:</li>
<ul>
<li>Upcycled Rug</li>
</ul>
</ul>
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Julia's WIPs:<br />
<ul>
<li><a href="http://web.archive.org/web/20071027060145/www.eunnyjang.com/knit/2006/11/endpaper_mitts.html" target="_blank">Endpaper Mitts</a> by Eunny Jang in KP Palette, Aurora and Limeaid </li>
<li>Sequoia by Alegria DaSilva in solitude wool Border Leicester Aran [TO BE FROGGED]</li>
</ul>
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Jen's WIPs:<br />
<ul>
<li>Magrathea in <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/yarns/library/miss-babs-yummy-superwash-sock--baby-yarn---2-ply" target="_blank">MissBabs Yummy superwash sock</a></li>
<li>Applique/ upcycled sweatshirt art</li>
<li>Almost started: Macrame! </li>
</ul>
Product review:<br />
<ul>
<li>Addendum to first episode - Flatter Spray by Soak - great for controlling alpaca fiber during combing</li>
</ul>
Randomness:<br />
<ul>
<li>Fancy Ferns!</li>
<li>Babydoll Fiber in Julia's shop - See Ravelry group for coupon code!! </li>
</ul>
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<br />Juliahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06901550026894078246noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5501492203224573030.post-20494489334807125442014-02-08T19:55:00.000-05:002014-02-08T19:55:24.985-05:00Episode 2: Do you taste black currant?* Note - we had camera troubles (again), we lost a little footage as a result. Nonetheless, come, share a glass and some knitting with us.
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<a href="http://www.sonomawinegrape.org/files/SCW-Sustainability-Announcement.pdf" target="_blank">Sustainable Wine Region</a> announcement <br />
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Today's beverage:<br />
<a href="http://www.moshinvineyards.com/" target="_blank">Moshin Vineyards</a> 2009 Pinot Noir, Molinari Vineyard<br />
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Other wines mentioned:<br />
<a href="http://www.jrwinery.com/" target="_blank">J. Rickards Winery</a> 2010 Petite Sirah, Brown Barn Vineyard<br />
<a href="http://www.fritzwinery.com/" target="_blank">Fritz</a> 2010 Chardonnay<br />
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Julia's FOs:<br />
<ul>
<li>Knitting:</li>
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<li><a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/clothilde" target="_blank">Clothilde by Kristen Hanley Cardozo</a> in <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/yarns/library/knit-picks-city-tweed-dk" target="_blank">Knit Picks City Tweed DK</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/artemist" target="_blank">Artemist</a> by Marisa Hernandez in Ursula's Alcove Zohar Fingerling, Emerald</li>
<li><a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/citron" target="_blank">Citron</a> by Hilary Smith Callis in <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/yarns/library/araucania-nuble" target="_blank">Araucania Nuble</a> ("Clown Barf")</li>
<li>Thanksgiving Turkey Mitts (inspired by <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/maroo-mitts" target="_blank">Maroo Mitts</a> by ambah) in <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/yarns/library/miss-babs-yummy-superwash-sock--baby-yarn---2-ply" target="_blank">MissBabs Yummy superwash sock</a></li>
</ul>
<li>Spinning:</li>
<ul>
<li><a href="http://yarngeekfibers.com/" target="_blank">Yarn Geek</a> Manx Loaghtan, gift from Rhymeswithmaria of <a href="http://yarnraising.com/" target="_blank">Yarnraising podcast</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/hobbledehoy" target="_blank">Hobbledehoy</a> Art Batt, Red Planet, 2 ply</li>
<li><a href="http://knitspinfarm.etsy.com/" target="_blank">KnitSpinFarm</a> batt</li>
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<li>Other: Quilted Bag</li>
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Jen's FOs:<br />
<ul>
<li>Knitting: </li>
<ul>
<li>Basketweave Cowl. <a href="http://www.feederbrook.com/" target="_blank">Feederbrook Farm</a> BFL alpaca silk</li>
</ul>
<li>Sewing:</li>
<ul>
<li>Quilted Bag</li>
</ul>
</ul>
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Julia's WIPs:<br />
<ul>
<li><a href="http://web.archive.org/web/20071027060145/www.eunnyjang.com/knit/2006/11/endpaper_mitts.html" target="_blank">Endpaper Mitts</a> by Eunny Jang in KP Palette, Aurora and Limeaid </li>
<li>Spinning - <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/GnomespunYarn" target="_blank">Gnomespun</a> Gotland</li>
</ul>
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Jen's WIPs:<br />
<ul>
<li>Rag weaving!</li>
<li>Almost started: Magrathea in <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/yarns/library/miss-babs-yummy-superwash-sock--baby-yarn---2-ply" target="_blank">MissBabs Yummy superwash sock</a></li>
</ul>
<br />Juliahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06901550026894078246noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5501492203224573030.post-52022067275791754752014-01-06T20:39:00.000-05:002014-01-10T12:08:23.447-05:00Pilot EpisodeOur pilot effort... Video quality may be sketchy, we're wingin' it. Please bear with us. We hope you have a good time dropping stitches with us! :D<br />
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Today's beverage:<br />
<a href="http://www.elkrun.com/" target="_blank">Elk Run</a> Cold Friday Pinot Noir <br />
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Julia's FOs:<br />
<ul>
<li>Knitting:</li>
<ul>
<li>Beanie in <a href="http://www.hopespinnery.com/" target="_blank">Hope Spinnery</a> Wind Spun</li>
<li><a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/dissipative" target="_blank">Dissipative by Alicia Landi</a> in <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/yarns/library/plymouth-yarn-mushishi" target="_blank">Plymouth Yarn Mushishi</a> and <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/yarns/library/stitch-nation-by-debbie-stoller-alpaca-love" target="_blank">Stitch Nation by Debbie Stoller Alpaca Love</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/nefertari" target="_blank">Nefertari by Anna Dalvi</a> in handspun merino/bamboo, fiber by Creatively Dyed</li>
</ul>
<li>Spinning:</li>
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<li>Daily Fibers mixed BFL/Tussah</li>
<li><a href="http://www.solitudewool.com/" target="_blank">solitude wool</a> Columbia</li>
<li>Singleton Mill samples</li>
<li><a href="http://knitspinfarm.etsy.com/" target="_blank">KnitSpinFarm</a> sample batt</li>
</ul>
<li>Other: Polartec Fleece hats</li>
</ul>
Jen's FOs:<br />
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<li>Knitting: </li>
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<li><a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/color-affection" target="_blank">Color Affection Shawl by Veera Välimäki</a> in <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/yarns/library/miss-babs-yummy-superwash-sock--baby-yarn---2-ply" target="_blank">MissBabs Yummy superwash sock</a>, colors: A day @ Powells, Pewter, & Vlads</li>
</ul>
<li>Sewing:</li>
<ul>
<li>Tree napkins</li>
<li>upcycled sweatshirt cardigan</li>
</ul>
</ul>
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Julia's WIPs:<br />
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<li><a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/clothilde" target="_blank">Clothilde by Kristen Hanley Cardozo</a> in <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/yarns/library/knit-picks-city-tweed-dk" target="_blank">Knit Picks City Tweed DK</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/earth--sky" target="_blank">Earth & Sky by Stephen West</a> in <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/yarns/library/knit-picks-capretta" target="_blank">Knit Picks Capretta</a> (to be frogged)</li>
</ul>
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Jen's WIPs:<br />
Basketweave Cowel with buttons, making it up as I go. <a href="http://www.feederbrook.com/" target="_blank">Feederbrook Farm</a> BFL alpaca silk<br />
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Products & Enabling:<br />
* Flatter Spray by <a href="http://soakwash.com/" target="_blank">Soak</a> - Both agree its great for preventing static<br />
* Also mentioned: Handmaid lotion by Soak & <a href="http://healmyhands.com/" target="_blank">Heal My Hands</a> lotion bar <br />
* Primitive stuff loom (no website)<br />
* Interchangeable Needle case by <a href="http://crippenworks.etsy.com/" target="_blank">Crippen Works </a><br />
* KnitSpinFarm batts (<a href="http://knitspinfarm.etsy.com/" target="_blank">shop</a>, <a href="http://knitspinfarm.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">podcast</a>) Juliahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06901550026894078246noreply@blogger.com1