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Knitting Segments   Show Ready Knits Afterthought Heel Vanilla Socks  Yarn: Berry Colorful Yarnings Saturated Sock in the Shades of Grey colorway Needles: Size 1 Addi Turbo circular needles   I used several resources to help me do my first Afterthought Heel Socks:   Dragonfly Soars   The Yarn Harlot   I also mentioned having used this tutorial from The Knit Girllls to do a waste yarn afterthought heel in the past.   Knits in Rehearsal    Egg to Owl Reversible Toy by Susan B Anderson Yarn: Knit Picks Wool of the Andes Needles: Size 4 Clover Bamboo Double Pointed Needles (Gasp!)   3 Color Cashmere Cowl by Joji Locatelli Yarn: Shibui Knits Staccato in Velvet, Mineral and Pollen Needles: Size 2 Addi Turbos   Auditioning Knits   Virgie Clay by Sarah Stevens   Sarah is one of the lovely ladies behind Oh Loops Yarn and the Fiber by Design Podcast.    I got the yarn for this project at Stitches Midwest!    Mini Marvel Swing Vest by Rachel Henry   Knitting News, Notes and Events Pal Kal Updates   You still have until September 1 to finish up the knitting on your PalKal Projects.   Thanks so much to all of our sponsors! We still have active coupon codes from the following sponsors:   Alana Dakos from Never Not Knitting, use PALKAL for 25% off of any PDF pattern (not books)     Elizabeth Green Musselman from Dark Matter Knits, use the code PalKal15 for 20% off of any of her self-published patterns, through September 1st.     Daniela from Caffeinated Knitting Video Podcast, use the code ACTUALLYCAFFEINATED for 50% off her patterns through September 1.  Angela from the Revelations of a Delusional Knitter Podcast, use the code PALKAL2015 for 25% off of her patterns. Christina from A Knitter's Life Video Podcast, use the code PALKAL2015 for 1$ off of her patterns, through September 1.   Gina from Brownie Knits Podcast, use the code palkal25 for 25% off your entire order.   Thanks also for the generous (now expired) coupon codes from: Jennifer Lassonde from Down Cellar Studio Emily from Fibertown Knits Anne from the Carolina Fiber Girls Allie from Caffeinated Knitting Dianne from Suburban Stitcher Megan from the Stockinette Zombies Sarah from In a Sknit   Prizes:  Jan B. Smiley 1 project bag   Suburban Stitcher/Dianne 1 sock size draw string bag of winner's choice from her Etsy Shop.   Danie from The Prarie Girls Knit and Spin podcast and One Twisted Tree 1 skein of her Prime Sock Yarn in the Hinky Punk colorway   Mel from With Mel Video Podcast 3 patterns from her Ravelry Store   Stacie/Must Stash Yarns and Video Podcast 1 skein of her Extended Play Version of Darkside of the Moon   Emily/Fibretown 1 skein of yarn   Megan Williams/Stockinette Zombies Sock Pattern kit that includes yarn, pattern and a bag   Anne/Carolina Fiber Girls 1 sock pattern   Estela/One More Row Please (blog/designer) 2 patterns from her Ravelry Store   Laura/Gynx Yarns 1 skein of yarn   Brenda Castiel/designer 3 patterns from her Ravelry store   Maria/Stitched in Sweden A pattern from her Ravelry Store   Jennifer from the Down Cellar Studio Podcast, Trickle Shawl Kit from Infinite Twist     Stitches Midwest Recap   I hope you enjoy hearing about my adventures at Stitches Midwest!   I mentioned making purchases from the following vendors at Stitches.   White Birch Fiber Arts   Kitchen Counter Crafter   Gnome Acres   Fiberstory   Sun Valley Fibers   I didn't purchase, but I did drool over Miss Babs yarn.       SAFF is October 31 through November 2 in Fletcher, NC.     Non-Knitting   Stage Craft   I have been doing a little bit of sewing, including taking a class. I made a lovely project bag and I have plans to continue my lessons.        Love it or Leave it! Love: Stitches Midwest, that has to be my love of the last two weeks!   Leave: School starts soon. Vacation is over!   Other News and Notes   Running is continuing. I am staying injury free and I'm glad!   I've recently started reading Landline by Rainbow Rowell.     Theatrical Updates I will be singing in a Cabaret on August 21 at Theatre Charlotte. It is all country-western type musical numbers, and I'm thrilled to be doing some Patsy Cline.   I will also be performing in a show in September called The Money Shot with the Queen City Theatre Company. 

Knitting Segments   Show Ready Knits   Viajante by Martina Behm It's finally finished! Listen up to hear all about it!   Yarn: Miss Babs Kilimanjaro in the Believable color way Needles: US Size 3 and US Size 4 Signature Convertibles   Knits in Rehearsal I've been working on a homework assignment for the class I'm taking next week at Stitches Midwest! I'll be taking a class with Franklin Habit on steeks and zippers.   I mentioned I'm using Wool of the Andes for this homework project.     Whiz Bang Socks by Sarah Shoo Sarah is half of the lovely duo behind the In a Sknit Video Podcast.  Yarn: Yarn Ink Sparkle Fingering in Oblivion Needles: Size 1 Karbonz Fixed Circulars   Vanilla Socks Yarn: Berry Colorful Yarnings Saturated Sock in the Shades of Grey colorway Needles: Size 1 Addi Turbo circular needles   Auditioning Knits I've been looking for some knitting patterns to solve a common knitting problem.    Wrist Yarn Holder by Teresa Murphy     Ball Sack by Jennifer Sugarman     I also may have to knit a toy in the near future:      Egg to Owl Reversible Toy by Susan B Anderson   Knitting News, Notes and Events   Stash Dash is still going strong! Check out The Knit Girlls for more information.   The Around Your Neck Kal is happening with Dianne of the Suburban Stitcher Video Podcast and Stacy of Must Stash Yarns and Podcast.   Stitches Midwest is August 6-9. I'll be there, will you?   PalKal 2015 This is the biggest KAL of the year for Actually Knitting!  Here are the rules: Cast on: June 1 Bind off: September 1 The basic idea is to support a podcaster you listen to or watch by knitting one of their patterns and/or using their yarns for your project. You can also use a project bag by a podcaster! The design, yarn/fiber and/or project bag must be from a knitting/crochet/fiber podcaster. (Not all 3, just one of those to qualify) Use the chatter thread for discussion. Make suggestions. There are TONS of podcasts out there and almost no one knows about all of them, so if you know of a podcaster designer/yarnie/bag maker, feel free to share with us! You are encouraged to take advantage of the coupon codes offered by our sponsors, but you are not limited to those podcasters for the KAL. Sponsors and coupon codes will be announced in an upcoming episode. Please post finished objects in the non-chatter thread and include a link to the podcaster you are supporting. Enter as many projects as you like. Each project gets a separate post in the non-chatter thread. A note about project bags: a project bag may only be entered into the contest one time for an entry. (You can’t just keep using a podcaster project bag over and over and entering the contest that way). You must be a member of the Actually Knitting Podcast Group to win. Have fun supporting a podcaster designer or yarnie! Please do not chatter in the non-chatter thread. It makes it more difficult to draw a winner! Use the tag PALKAL2015 on Ravelry and #palkal2015 on Instagram In addition, I've decided that you can use WIPS for this KAL. Yay!    We have some great sponsors and wonderful prizes that I can’t wait to share with you all! Let’s make some plans for summer knitting!    The coupon codes will be listed on the podcast and are available here as well:     Alana Dakos from Never Not Knitting, use PALKAL for 25% off of any PDF pattern (not books)   Megan from Stockinette Zombies, use ActuallyKnittingPalKal for 30% off through the end of July     Elizabeth Green Musselman from Dark Matter Knits, use the code PalKal15 for 20% off of any of her self-published patterns, through September 1st.     Daniela from Caffeinated Knitting Video Podcast, use the code ACTUALLYCAFFEINATED for 50% off her patterns through September 1.  Angela from the Revelations of a Delusional Knitter Podcast, use the code PALKAL2015 for 25% off of her patterns.   Sarah Shoo from In a Sknit is offering her new pattern, Whiz Bang Socks, for $1.50 with the code ActuallyKnitting15 Christina from A Knitter's Life Video Podcast, use the code PALKAL2015 for 1$ off of her patterns, through September 1.   Gina from Brownie Knits Podcast, use the code palkal25 for 25% off your entire order.   Thanks also for the generous (now expired) coupon codes from: Jennifer Lassonde from Down Cellar Studio Emily from Fibertown Knits Anne from the Carolina Fiber Girls Allie from Caffeinated Knitting Dianne from Suburban Stitcher     Prizes:  Jan B. Smiley 1 project bag   Suburban Stitcher/Dianne 1 sock size draw string bag of winner's choice from her Etsy Shop.   Danie from The Prarie Girls Knit and Spin podcast and One Twisted Tree 1 skein of her Prime Sock Yarn in the Hinky Punk colorway   Mel from With Mel Video Podcast 3 patterns from her Ravelry Store   Stacie/Must Stash Yarns and Video Podcast 1 skein of her Extended Play Version of Darkside of the Moon   Emily/Fibretown 1 skein of yarn   Megan Williams/Stockinette Zombies Sock Pattern kit that includes yarn, pattern and a bag   Anne/Carolina Fiber Girls 1 sock pattern   Estela/One More Row Please (blog/designer) 2 patterns from her Ravelry Store   Laura/Gynx Yarns 1 skein of yarn   Brenda Castiel/designer 3 patterns from her Ravelry store   Maria/Stitched in Sweden A pattern from her Ravelry Store   Jennifer from the Down Cellar Studio Podcast, Trickle Shawl Kit from Infinite Twist   Knitting Talkback: Festival Prep   I went into what I do personally to get ready to go to a yarn festival or retreat, touching on the following topics:   Budget   Patterns/Project Shopping List   Snacks   Water Bottle    Clothing/Knitwear to pack and wear   Knitting Projects to pack to work on.    What do you do when preparing to attend something like that?    Non-Knitting Segments What a Crock Crock Pot Buffalo Chicken      Love it or Leave it Love it: New Yarn Storage!    Here is where you can find the fabric bins.    Leave it: Cooking Injuries Being a cooking goddess is most definitely not in my future!    Other News and Notes I've started week 8 of my 1/2 marathon training program. I ran 6 miles on the day I recorded and I can't believe how far I've come in just over a year!   I finished reading Shopaholic to the Stars by Sophie Kinsella. It was just...ok. 

Episode 35: Audition Process   Thanks so much for the lovely iTunes reviews and star ratings!    Knits in Rehearsal   Viajante by Martina Behm I am now officially 1/3 done with this gigantic project.   Yarn: Miss Babs Kilimanjaro in the Believable color way Needles: US Size 3 and US Size 4 Signature Convertibles   Whiz Bang Socks by Sarah Shoo Sarah is half of the lovely duo behind the In a Sknit Video Podcast.  Yarn: Yarn Ink Sparkle Fingering in Oblivion Needles: Size 1 Karbonz Fixed Circulars   Vanilla Socks Yarn: Berry Colorful Yarnings Saturated Sock in the Shades of Grey colorway Needles: Size 1 Addi Turbo circular needles   Astonish Top by Katy Banks I talked a little bit about some issues I had due to the fact that I never actually got gauge.   Yarn: Knit Picks Lindy Chain in Sagebrush and Honey  Needles: Size 2 Addi Lace Turbos   Auditioning Knits  Instead of talking about actual patterns I'm auditioning, I talked a little bit about my process of selecting items to shop for when I am going to a festival or other yarnie event. I talked a little about how I use the bundles feature in Ravelry to keep all of my patterns organized.    I mentioned that I am still using the Stash2go App and really loving the features. I also talked about the one pattern that I am FOR SURE shopping for at Stitches Midwest this year, the Blue Sands Cardigan, but I want to do it with some neon in it!   So far I have 10 (10??) patterns on my list for Stitches shopping.    Knitting News, Notes and Events   The winner of the last giveaway for The Gleener still hasn't contacted me, so I hope she does soon! Listen to episode 34 to see if you were the lucky one!    PalKal 2015   We are well into the 2nd month now and I'm so excited every time I see a new Finished Object. Remember to keep the finished object thread chatter free, if possible.    Thanks so much to all of the sponsors who are still providing or have provided coupon codes!    Make sure to check out the Ravelry group for the pertinent threads. Thanks so much to all of our sponsors both of coupon codes and prizes.     This is the biggest KAL of the year for Actually Knitting!  Here are the rules: Cast on: June 1 Bind off: September 1 The basic idea is to support a podcaster you listen to or watch by knitting one of their patterns and/or using their yarns for your project. You can also use a project bag by a podcaster! The design, yarn/fiber and/or project bag must be from a knitting/crochet/fiber podcaster. (Not all 3, just one of those to qualify) Use the chatter thread for discussion. Make suggestions. There are TONS of podcasts out there and almost no one knows about all of them, so if you know of a podcaster designer/yarnie/bag maker, feel free to share with us! You are encouraged to take advantage of the coupon codes offered by our sponsors, but you are not limited to those podcasters for the KAL. Sponsors and coupon codes will be announced in an upcoming episode. Please post finished objects in the non-chatter thread and include a link to the podcaster you are supporting. Enter as many projects as you like. Each project gets a separate post in the non-chatter thread. A note about project bags: a project bag may only be entered into the contest one time for an entry. (You can’t just keep using a podcaster project bag over and over and entering the contest that way). You must be a member of the Actually Knitting Podcast Group to win. Have fun supporting a podcaster designer or yarnie! Please do not chatter in the non-chatter thread. It makes it more difficult to draw a winner! Use the tag PALKAL2015 on Ravelry and #palkal2015 on Instagram In addition, I've decided that you can use WIPS for this KAL. Yay!    We have some great sponsors and wonderful prizes that I can’t wait to share with you all! Let’s make some plans for summer knitting!    The coupon codes will be listed on the podcast and are available here as well:   Dianne from Suburban Stitcher, use code PALKAL2015 for 10% off of any order May 25th through July 31st   Alana Dakos from Never Not Knitting, use PALKAL for 25% off of any PDF pattern (not books)   Megan from Stockinette Zombies, use ActuallyKnittingPalKal for 30% off through the end of July     Elizabeth Green Musselman from Dark Matter Knits, use the code PalKal15 for 20% off of any of her self-published patterns, through September 1st.     Daniela from Caffeinated Knitting Video Podcast, use the code ACTUALLYCAFFEINATED for 50% off her patterns through September 1.  Angela from the Revelations of a Delusional Knitter Podcast, use the code PALKAL2015 for 25% off of her patterns.   Sarah Shoo from In a Sknit is offering her new pattern, Whiz Bang Socks, for $1.50 with the code ActuallyKnitting15 Christina from A Knitter's Life Video Podcast, use the code PALKAL2015 for 1$ off of her patterns, through September 1.   Gina from Brownie Knits Podcast, use the code palkal25 for 25% off your entire order.   Thanks also for the generous (now expired) coupon codes from: Jennifer Lassonde from Down Cellar Studio Emily from Fibertown Knits Anne from the Carolina Fiber Girls Allie from Caffeinated Knitting   Prizes:  Jan B. Smiley 1 project bag   Suburban Stitcher/Dianne 1 sock size draw string bag of winner's choice from her Etsy Shop.   Danie from The Prarie Girls Knit and Spin podcast and One Twisted Tree 1 skein of her Prime Sock Yarn in the Hinky Punk colorway   Mel from With Mel Video Podcast 3 patterns from her Ravelry Store   Stacie/Must Stash Yarns and Video Podcast 1 skein of her Extended Play Version of Darkside of the Moon   Emily/Fibretown 1 skein of yarn   Megan Williams/Stockinette Zombies Sock Pattern kit that includes yarn, pattern and a bag   Anne/Carolina Fiber Girls 1 sock pattern   Estela/One More Row Please (blog/designer) 2 patterns from her Ravelry Store   Laura/Gynx Yarns 1 skein of yarn   Brenda Castiel/designer 3 patterns from her Ravelry store   Maria/Stitched in Sweden A pattern from her Ravelry Store   Jennifer from the Down Cellar Studio Podcast, Trickle Shawl Kit from Infinite Twist   Stash Dash is still going strong! Check out The Knit Girlls for more information.   Stitches Midwest is August 6-9. I'll be there, will you?     I also just finalized plans to attend SAFF, October 30-November 1 in Fletcher, NC.   Intermission: Ask me Anything I answer a question from a listener about my knitting history.   Non-Knitting Segments   What a Crock! Slow Cooker Stuffed Cabbage Rolls   Love it or Leave it Love it: Vacation with my bestest girlfriend!   Leave it: 100 degree temps in Charlotte. GIVE ME A BREAK!   Other News and Notes Running updates: I'm really enjoying the power of the group when running. It just makes it easier!   I also purchased a running hydration belt, I'll be happy to let you know what I think if you are interested in such things.    I finished reading The Martian by Andy Weir and I highly recommend it!   I'm back to reading Written in my Own Heart's Blood by Diana Gabaldon, mostly because I finished the Starz TV series that goes with the first book in the series.    I also started reading a very silly beach type read, Shopaholic to the Stars (which I called by the wrong title) by Sophie Kinsella. The books in this series are really silly but they don't disappoint.      Thanks for listening! 

Thank you so much to all the new and returning listeners out there, and double thanks for the lovely iTunes reviews!   Special shout-out to Elizabeth Green Musselman from Dark Matter Knits for both mentioning the podcast on her podcast and for putting information about the PalKal in her newsletter.   Knitting Segments   Show Ready Knits Make it Work by Allie Coffey Make it Work by Allie Coffey Yarn: Bijou Basin Ranch Lhasa Wilderness from the Outlandish Collection in the Culloden colorway.  Needles: Knitter's Pride Nova Platina in size 4 and 6           I was also lucky enough to review both the yarn and needles  I used on this project.  Listen up             to hear my thoughts.    Make sure you check out the Outlandish Collection by Bijou Basin Ranch. I also mentioned the Clara Parkes Craftsy Class if you are interested in learning more about yarn.     I also really enjoyed reviewing the Knitter's Pride Nova Platina Interchangeable Needles.      Tre o Molti by Anthony Casalena Yarn: Madeline Tosh Tosh Merino Light in Flashdance (purple), Antique Lace (cream) and Vanilla Bean (variegated with creams, purples, browns) Needles: US 7/4.5 mm   I love this project and I'll be entering it for the Around Your Neck Kal that is happening with Dianne of the Suburban Stitcher Video Podcast and Stacy of Must Stash Yarns and Podcast.   Here's the Lenny Kravitz scarf I talked about which I will most definitely NOT be knitting.    I also mentioned the    Stash Dash Update: This brings my yardage to 985 or 900.684 meters towards my goal   Knits in Rehearsal Vanilla Socks I started a new pair of self-striping socks while I was camping last weekend. Yarn: Berry Colorful Yarnings Saturated Sock in the Shades of Grey colorway Needles: Size 1 Addi Turbo circular needles   I mentioned that I referenced Laura Linneman's After Thought Heel Recipe.    Astonish Top by Katy Banks After some ripping back, I've been working on this again.   Yarn: Knit Picks Lindy Chain in Sagebrush and Honey  Needles: Size 2 Addi Lace Turbos     Whiz Bang Socks by Sarah Shoo  Sarah is half of the lovely duo behind the In a Sknit Video Podcast.  Yarn: Yarn Ink Sparkle Fingering in Oblivion Needles: Size 1 Karbonz Fixed Circulars   I briefly mentioned my opinion about the Chiaogoo Bamboo Circular needles.  Sarah is offering a coupon code to get this pattern for $1.50. Use code ActuallyKnitting15 at checkout!    I talked about my summer knitting plans while I'm Knitting Like It's My Job.    Auditioning Knits Sun Tea by Laura Aylor   Knitting News, Notes and Events World Wide Knit in Public Day was a huge success! Thanks to everyone who came out! Special thanks to our sponsors:  Charlotte Yarn Yarnhouse Cottage Yarn  Baskets of Yarn Another special thanks to all the individual prize donors! You helped make the day fun!             Stitches Midwest is August 6-9. I'll be there, will you?   Stash Dash is still going strong! Check out The Knit Girlls for more information.    Pal Kal Progress   Make sure to check out the Ravelry group for the pertinent threads. Thanks so much to all of our sponsors both of coupon codes and prizes. PALKAL 2015 PalKal is happening starting June 1st! I answer a few questions I've been asked on the boards, but feel free to ask anything that you think of. The most important update is that I've decided that you can use Wips for the PALKAL. Please use #palkal2015 on Instagram. I can't wait to see what you decide to do!   This is the biggest KAL of the year for Actually Knitting!  The Podcast Along Knit Along will start officially on June 1st, but let’s start our plotting and planning now! Here are the rules: Cast on: June 1 Bind off: September 1 The basic idea is to support a podcaster you listen to or watch by knitting one of their patterns and/or using their yarns for your project. You can also use a project bag by a podcaster! The design, yarn/fiber and/or project bag must be from a knitting/crochet/fiber podcaster. (Not all 3, just one of those to qualify) Use the chatter thread for discussion. Make suggestions. There are TONS of podcasts out there and almost no one knows about all of them, so if you know of a podcaster designer/yarnie/bag maker, feel free to share with us! You are encouraged to take advantage of the coupon codes offered by our sponsors, but you are not limited to those podcasters for the KAL. Sponsors and coupon codes will be announced in an upcoming episode. Please post finished objects in the non-chatter thread and include a link to the podcaster you are supporting. Enter as many projects as you like. Each project gets a separate post in the non-chatter thread. A note about project bags: a project bag may only be entered into the contest one time for an entry. (You can’t just keep using a podcaster project bag over and over and entering the contest that way). You must be a member of the Actually Knitting Podcast Group to win. Have fun supporting a podcaster designer or yarnie! Please do not chatter in the non-chatter thread. It makes it more difficult to draw a winner! Use the tag PALKAL2015 on Ravelry and #palkal2015 on Instagram In addition, I've decided that you can use WIPS for this KAL. Yay!    We have some great sponsors and wonderful prizes that I can’t wait to share with you all! Let’s make some plans for summer knitting!    The coupon codes will be listed on the podcast and are available here as well:   Dianne from Suburban Stitcher, use code PALKAL2015 for 10% off of any order May 25th through July 31st   Jennifer from the Down Cellar Studio Podcast, use code PALKAL15 for 30% off through June 15th   Alana Dakos from Never Not Knitting, use PALKAL for 25% off of any PDF pattern (not books)   Megan from Stockinette Zombies, use ActuallyKnittingPalKal for 30% off through the end of July   Anne from the Carolina Fiber Girls, use PALKAL50 for 50% off any of her patterns   Elizabeth Green Musselman from Dark Matter Knits, use the code PalKal15 for 20% off of any of her self-published patterns, through September 1st.   Allie Coffey from Caffeinated Knitting Video Podcast, use the code PALKAL2015 for 50% off of her patterns.   Daniela from Caffeinated Knitting Video Podcast, use the code ACTUALLYCAFFEINATED for 50% off her patterns through September 1.  Angela from the Revelations of a Delusional Knitter Podcast, use the code PALKAL2015 for 25% off of her patterns.   Sarah Shoo from In a Sknit is offering her new pattern, Whiz Bang Socks, for $1.50 with the code ActuallyKnitting15   Prizes:  Suburban Stitcher/Dianne 1 sock size draw string bag of winner's choice from her Etsy Shop.   Danie from The Prarie Girls Knit and Spin podcast and One Twisted Tree 1 skein of her Prime Sock Yarn in the Hinky Punk colorway   Mel from With Mel Video Podcast 3 patterns from her Ravelry Store   Stacie/Must Stash Yarns and Video Podcast 1 skein of her Extended Play Version of Darkside of the Moon   Emily/Fibretown 1 skein of yarn   Megan Williams/Stockinette Zombies Sock Pattern kit that includes yarn, pattern and a bag   Anne/Carolina Fiber Girls 1 sock pattern   Estela/One More Row Please (blog/designer) 2 patterns from her Ravelry Store   Laura/Gynx Yarns 1 skein of   Brenda Castiel/designer 3 patterns from her Ravelry store   Maria/Stitched in Sweden A pattern from her Ravelry Store   Jennifer from the Down Cellar Studio Podcast, Trickle Shawl Kit from Infinite Twist   My other plans for the Pal Kal are:    Los Monos Locos in my One Twisted Tree Prime Sock in the Disco Lemonade color way   Pump of the Volume Socks, Cool Clavicle Cover and the Seamless Saloma Slippers, all by Megan Williams.    Aila Grace Shawl by Jennifer Lassonde.    Swirl E Socks by Susie White.      Gleener Giveaway Contest ended on June 15th, listen up to see if you are the lucky winner!   Knitting Talk Back: Blocking   Listen up for some information on blocking, what my go-to tools are and a review of the Knitter's Pride Blockers.                This tutorial from Craftsy has some great information for new and experienced knitters.    Non-Knitting Segments   What a Crock Spaghetti Squash Chow Mein This recipe isn't truly a crockpot recipe, but I use mine to cook the spaghetti squash! Makes it really easy to get started on the rest of the recipe when you get home from work.    Love it or Leave it Love it: Summer Break is here!    Leave it: Construction on my building   Other News and Notes I have been able to spend some time with my family recently, which was very nice. I am still reading The Martian by Andy Weir and I actually picked up Written in my Own Heart's Blood by Diana Gabaldon again.      Running updates: nothing to share, just plugging along.    Thanks for listening! 

Knitting Segments Thanks for the new iTunes reviews and for the lovely mentions on The 2 Knit Lit Chicks podcast, The Knotty Girls Knit Cast and The Knitmore Girls.    Show Ready Knits Mug Cozy Pattern: The Mug Sleeve by Brook Croley Yarn: Knit Picks Swish Worsted Needles: Size 6 Knitter's Pride Karbonz   Listen up to hear my review of the Karbonz Interchangeable Needles!   Vanilla Socks I am one row away from the bind-off, so I'm saving this for #stashdash2015 as well.   Yarn: Wisdom Yarns Saki Bamboo in the Garnet Ridge colorway Needles: US 1.5 Addi Lace fixed circular needles   I mentioned my LYS, Yarn House, which you should definitely check out if you are in the area.    I also talked about a way to organize your projects on Ravelry.       Knits in Rehearsal Viajante by Martina Behm   No real updates here. I hope to finish this by the time I take my trip with my best friend this summer. It would be a great amount of yardage for #stashdash2015.   Yarn: Miss Babs Kilimanjaro in the Believable color way Needles: US Size 3 and US Size 4 Signature Convertibles     Tre o Molti by Anthony Casalena Yarn: Madeline Tosh Tosh Merino Light in Flashdance (purple), Antique Lace (cream) and Vanilla Bean (variegated with creams, purples, browns) Needles: US 7/4.5 mm   I am really loving this project and I'll be using it for the Around Your Neck Kal that is happening with Dianne of the Suburban Stitcher Video Podcast and Stacy of Must Stash Yarns and Podcast.     Vanilla Socks I started a new pair of self-striping socks while I was camping last weekend. Yarn: Berry Colorful Yarnings Saturated Sock in the Shades of Grey colorway Needles: Size 1 Addi Turbo circular needles   Make it Work by Allie Coffey Yarn: Bijou Basin Ranch Lhasa Wilderness from the Outlandish Collection in the Culloden colorway. (I'll review this yarn in depth on episode 34). Needles: Knitter's Pride Nova Platina in size 4 and 6 (I'll also be reviewing these needles in episode 34)   Long Tail Cast On   Here's the document I found to help estimate the inches of yarn needed to do a Long Tail Cast On.        Knitting News, Notes and Events   The Fix-A-Stitch contest ended on May31. Listen up to see if you are the lucky winner!   The Gleener giveaway is going through May 15th, see the Ravelry group for details.    All the Kals I'm doing this summer:    There are so many awesome KALS happening now or starting very soon. If you like knitting along with others you are sure to find something you'd like to participate in. Double, triple or quadruple dipping is encouraged by the Actually Knitting Podcast.    Stash Dash is a KAL sponsored by the Knit Girllls. Be sure to check them out for more information. I think I will enter the 5k option this year. I talk about my current wips and where I stand for yardage if I finish them all!   Around Your Neck is a KAL sponsored by Dianne of Suburban Stitcher Stacy of Must Stash Yarns and Podcast .    Cardi, Tank or Tee is being sponsored by the 2 Knit Lit Chicks. I am working on my Astonish Top for this KAL.   The Great Outdoors KAL is sponsored by Emily of the Knitting Butterflies podcast. She wants you to be inspired to knit in or for the great outdoors this summer.   PALKAL 2015 PalKal is happening starting June 1st! I answer a few questions I've been asked on the boards, but feel free to ask anything that you think of. The most important update is that I've decided that you can use Wips for the PALKAL. Please use #palkal2015 on Instagram. I can't wait to see what you decide to do!   This is the biggest KAL of the year for Actually Knitting!  The Podcast Along Knit Along will start officially on June 1st, but let’s start our plotting and planning now! Here are the rules: Cast on: June 1 Bind off: September 1 The basic idea is to support a podcaster you listen to or watch by knitting one of their patterns and/or using their yarns for your project. You can also use a project bag by a podcaster! The design, yarn/fiber and/or project bag must be from a knitting/crochet/fiber podcaster. (Not all 3, just one of those to qualify) Use the chatter thread for discussion. Make suggestions. There are TONS of podcasts out there and almost no one knows about all of them, so if you know of a podcaster designer/yarnie/bag maker, feel free to share with us! You are encouraged to take advantage of the coupon codes offered by our sponsors, but you are not limited to those podcasters for the KAL. Sponsors and coupon codes will be announced in an upcoming episode. Please post finished objects in the non-chatter thread and include a link to the podcaster you are supporting. Enter as many projects as you like. Each project gets a separate post in the non-chatter thread. A note about project bags: a project bag may only be entered into the contest one time for an entry. (You can’t just keep using a podcaster project bag over and over and entering the contest that way). You must be a member of the Actually Knitting Podcast Group to win. Have fun supporting a podcaster designer or yarnie! Please do not chatter in the non-chatter thread. It makes it more difficult to draw a winner! Use the tag PALKAL2015 on Ravelry and #palkal2015 on Instagram In addition, I've decided that you can use WIPS for this KAL. Yay!    We have some great sponsors and wonderful prizes that I can’t wait to share with you all! Let’s make some plans for summer knitting!    The coupon codes will be listed on the podcast and are available here as well:   Dianne from Suburban Stitcher, use code PALKAL2015 for 10% off of any order May 25th through July 31st   Jennifer from the Down Cellar Studio Podcast, use code PALKAL15 for 30% off through June 15th   Alana Dakos from Never Not Knitting, use PALKAL for 25% off of any PDF pattern (not books)   Megan from Stockinette Zombies, use ActuallyKnittingPalKal for 30% off through the end of July   Anne from the Carolina Fiber Girls, use PALKAL50 for 50% off any of her patterns   Elizabeth Green Musselman from Dark Matter Knits, use the code PalKal15 for 20% off of any of her self-published patterns, through September 1st.   Allie Coffey from Caffeinated Knitting Video Podcast, use the code PALKAL2015 for 50% off of her patterns.   Daniela from Caffeinated Knitting Video Podcast, use the code ACTUALLYCAFFEINATED for 50% off her patterns through September 1.  Angela from the Revelations of a Delusional Knitter Podcast, use the code PALKAL2015 for 25% off of her patterns.   New this Episode:  Christina from A Knitter's Life Video Podcast, use the code PALKAL2015 for 1$ off of her patterns, through September 1.   Today for the first time I mention the prizes! So far we have 15 prizes for some lucky listeners. Thanks so much to the sponsors below for their donations!   Suburban Stitcher/Dianne  1 sock size draw string bag of winner's choice from her Etsy Shop.    Danie from The Prarie Girls Knit and Spin podcast and One Twisted Tree 1 skein of her Prime Sock Yarn in the Hinky Punk colorway   Mel from With Mel Video Podcast 3 patterns from her Ravelry Store   Stacie/Must Stash Yarns and Video Podcast 1 skein of her Extended Play Version of Darkside of the Moon   Emily/Fibretown 1 skein of yarn    Megan Williams/Stockinette Zombies Sock Pattern kit that includes yarn, pattern and a bag   Anne/Carolina Fiber Girls 1 sock pattern   Estela/One More Row Please (blog/designer) 2 patterns from her Ravelry Store   Laura/Gynx Yarns 1 skein of   Brenda Castiel/designer 3 patterns from her Ravelry store     Other Events: World Wide Knit in Public Day is June 13, 2015. If you are local or Semi-local, please join us at Heist Brewery in Noda, Charlotte, NC. Details can be found on the Ravelry board or on the brand new Actually Knitting Podcast Facebook page! We will be joined by the Carolina Fiber Girls, Ann and Janis, and tons of lovely knitters!   Mini-Skein Swap Group   Stitches Midwest: I'll be at this event August 6-9, 2015 and I cannot wait! If you are going be sure to let me know!   Knitting TalkBack: Caring for your Knits Listen up as I share some listener comments about how they care for their knits.    I also review Allure Fiber Wash by Bijou Basin Ranch.      Non-Knitting Segments   Love it or Leave it   Love it: Meditation App called Breathe I mentioned learning a little bit about meditation from the Teaching Your Brain to Knit Podcast.    Leave it: Fear of sunburn is now dominating my life!    Other News and Notes I am still reading The Martian by Andy Weir   I mentioned some new to me podcasts, including Stitched in Sweden with Maria and New Hampshire Knits with Claire.    I also mentioned reading The Red Tent by Anita Diamant and Top Secret 21 by Janet Evanovich. (Oops, I accidentally called this book Takedown 21!)    I officially start my 1/2 Marathon training on June 6th!    Thank you so much for listening! 

Knitting Segments Show Ready Knits Catnip Socks by Wendy D. Johnson I finished these beauties!   Yarn: One Twisted Tree Prime Sock in the HinkyPunk Colorway Dyed by the wonderful Danie of the Prairie Girls Knit and Spin Podcast Needles: US Size 1.5 Addi Turbo fixed circular needles   Knits in Rehearsal Viajante by Martina Behm This is now in the knit until forever stage, but I love it!   No real updates here.  Yarn: Miss Babs Kilimanjaro in the Believable color way Needles: US Size 3 and US Size 4 Signature Convertibles        Vanilla Socks No pattern on this one, just cast on 32 stitches using Judy's Magic Cast On, did the increases until I had 64, and started knitting away. Great travel project, until I get to the heel, of course. As a still relatively new sock knitter, I don't have the heels down by memory yet. What's your favorite toe-up heel?   Yarn: Wisdom Yarns Saki Bamboo in the Garnet Ridge colorway Needles: US 1.5 Addi Lace fixed circular needles Judy's Magic Cast On    Any suggestions for campfire knitting?        Mama Vertebrae by Kelly Brooker I am plugging along on this, but it's become a mostly at home project since I am alternating skeins and that's a lot of yarn to carry in your purse (though I've done it before!) I have linked to my project, which is still in the very beginning stages, but please check out the design as well.   Yarn: Malabrigo Rios in the Chispas Colorway Needles: Size 6 Signature Convertibles   I mentioned the Yarnderwoman video podcast which you should watch!   Lucy Hat by Carina Spencer Yarn: Jones Street DK by The Copper Corgi Needles: Signature Convertibles Size    Check out the Stash and Burn podcast for more information about their KAL 15 hats in 2015 Auditioning Knits Astonish Top by Katy Banks Published in the book Golden Morning by Knit Picks Lindy Chain yarn by Knit Picks I ordered the Sagebrush as my main color and Honey as my accent color.    I love linen!    Psst. I already ordered the yarn!    Tre o Molti by Anthony Casalena I have queued this and matched it up with 3 colors of Madeline Tosh Merino Light I have in my stash!    Looking for a fun washcloth pattern to do for my mom, grandmother and aunts for Mother's Day.        News, Notes and Events Knit, Wear, Love Giveaway ends May 1st! Listen to Episode 28 for details.   Date Night Giveaway ends May 15th. Listen to Episode 29 for details.    Rak-a-Long KAL Ends May 1st. I'll probably close the thread that day or the next, so get your objects photographed and posted by then! I have 2 fabulous prizes for this KAL.    World Wide Knit in Public Day: June 13, 2015   If you are in the area join me at Heist Brewery in Noda in Charlotte from 11-3! We will have prizes and it's sure to be a great time!   My Knitting News I discussed my knitting group activities and some reactions we have gotten knitting in public lately. I also talked about my experience teaching the knitting classes at the women's recovery center last week. I can't wait to go back!  PALKAL 2015 Podcast-a-long Knit-a-long   This is by far the best KAL I did last year and this year is sure to be even bigger and better! This will run June 1 to September 1 and you are welcome to double dip in any other KAL you are doing (Stash Dash with the Knit Girllls? Or the Around the Neck KAL with Suburban Stitcher?)  The basic idea is to support a podcaster you listen to or watch by knitting one of their patterns and/or using their yarns for your project. The design, yarn or fiber must be from a knitting/crochet/fiber podcaster. (Not all 3, just one of those to qualify) You can use of the suggested podcasters on the chatter thread, but you are not limited to that list. If the designer or yarn dyer is a podcaster, it qualifies. Have fun supporting a podcaster designer or yarnie! Use the tag PALKAL2015 on your project pages, and on Instagram (if you use that service) as well (#palkal2015). Stay tuned to Episode 31 for some coupon codes from some of your favorite podcasters!    Knitting Talk Back  This is a trick because I don't have a talk-back topic today! Please go to the thread in the Ravelry group and post a question you'd like me to answer on the podcast in the "What Would You Like to Hear About?" thread.    Non-Knitting  What a Crock!  Easy Creamy Crockpot Salsa Verde Chicken (say that 5 times fast)   Love it or Leave it Love:  Teaching my knitting classes Outlander is back!    Leave:  My sleep (or lack thereof) issues   Other News and Notes Book Updates I finished reading (listening) to The Rosie Effect by Graeme Simsion  I liked it, but not as much as the first book.    Currently reading The Girl on the Train by Paula Hawkins, because everyone else already has!    Running News:  I finished my 10k! I got my medal and now I'm on the hunt for more medals! I'm officially training for a 1/2 marathon in November! 

Episode 29: Date Night!    Knitting Segments!  Show Ready Knits Adjustable Coffee Mug Wrap by Danido Crafty Yarn: Paton's North America Classic Wool Worsted in the Dark Gray Mix Needles: Size 5 Knit Picks Caspian Wood Straights   First FO for the RakAlong (How lazy have I been about my own KAL?)  I cast on 12 stitches instead of 11 because I wanted my increases, etc, to all be in the center.    The Cup Sleeve by Brook Croley Yarn: Paton's North America Classic Wool Worsted in the Dark Gray Mix Needles: Size 6 Signature Convertibles (Magic Loop) This is my 2nd FO for the RakAlong, and it would make a great project to learn cables and knitting in the round.    Both of these projects will count for the KAL going on in the Down Cellar Studio Podcast group, hosted by Boston Jen!  Knits in Rehearsal Viajante by Martina Behm This is now in the knit until forever stage, but I love it!   Finally, actually cast this on instead of just talking about casting it on!  Yarn: Miss Babs Kilimanjaro in the Believable color way Needles: US Size 3 and US Size 4 Signature Convertibles        Vanilla Socks No pattern on this one, just cast on 32 stitches using Judy's Magic Cast On, did the increases until I had 64, and started knitting away. Great travel project, until I get to the heel, of course. As a still relatively new sock knitter, I don't have the heels down by memory yet. What's your favorite toe-up heel?   Yarn: Wisdom Yarns Saki Bamboo in the Garnet Ridge colorway Needles: US 1.5 Addi Lace fixed circular needles Judy's Magic Cast On    I mentioned the OMG Heel by Meghan Williams and the Mystik Spiral Socks by Josh Ryks.    Catnip Socks by Wendy D. Johnson I finished the first sock a couple of weeks ago, but haven't gotten much done other than the toe on the second one.   Yarn: One Twisted Tree Prime Sock in the HinkyPunk Colorway Dyed by the wonderful Danie of the Prairie Girls Knit and Spin Podcast Needles: US Size 1.5 Addi Turbo fixed circular needles   Mama Vertebrae by Kelly Brooker I am plugging along on this, but it's become a mostly at home project since I am alternating skeins and that's a lot of yarn to carry in your purse (though I've done it before!) I have linked to my project, which is still in the very beginning stages, but please check out the design as well.   Yarn: Malabrigo Rios in the Chispas Colorway Needles: Size 6 Signature Convertibles   Crochet Provision Cast On   Knitting News, Notes and Events RakAlong You have until May 1, 2015 to post your finished objects. Make something for someone "just because." There is no yardage requirement, but you need to keep your entry to 1 post per person, so just update your original post each time you finish something.      2015 Goals Update I wanted to update you (and myself) on my progress on my 2015 goals, now that we've reached the end of the 1st quarter of the year. Listen up to hear how I've done on my 5 knitting goals of 2015:  Education Charity Knitting Gift Knitting  Knitting from Stash Zen Knitting Stashdown Throwdown Don't forget to use the hashtag #stashdownthrowdown on Instagram! How are you doing with your Stashdown goals? Are you loving that amazing stash?    Giveaway: Knit, Wear, Love by Amy Herzog In episode 28 I reviewed this amazing book, don't forget to join the Actually Knitting Podcast Group on Ravelry and enter to win your copy! The contest runs through May 1st!   500 Member Giveaway I announced the winner of the 500 member giveaway! Listen up to see if you are the lucky winner of a great bag!    Knitting Talk Back: Date Night  Date Night is a fabulous collection of 5 patterns by Maria Yarley of Elegant Economy Knits. I hope you enjoy the review and, there is a copy for a lucky listener, too!  Listen to the episode to find out how to enter!    Non-Knitting Segments What a Crock Slow Cooker Chicken Tikka Masala   Love it or Leave it Love it: Spring Break, my trip to Savannah   Leave it: Chores!    Stage Craft I did a little bit of sewing this week, and made this project bag!    I used this tutorial to make the bag, very easy to follow for a non-seamstress like myself! Thanks to the Knitmore Girls for pointing me in the direction of this tutorial.    Other News and Notes Book Updates I finished reading Breakfast with Buddha by Roland Merullo. I really enjoyed it and recommend it! I mentioned the podcast Teaching Your Brain to Knit.   I'm still doing this book challenge. 26 Books in 2015 Book Challenge   I started reading The Rosie Effect by Graeme Simsion. I loved the first book in this series,  The Rosie Project so I have high hopes for this one!   Running Updates I will run my first 10k on Saturday April 11, 2015. I'm a bit nervous because I'm still having some problems but, I'm as ready as I'm going to be! Wish me luck!

Thanks for listening to Episode 28 of the podcast!    We started out today with some thank you program mentions to all of those (I think) who have donated supplies to my knitting classes at the Women's Recovery Center.    Knitting Segments Show Ready Knits Bloccare Cap by Elizabeth Green Musselman, Dark Matter Knits Yarn: Bijou Basin Llasa Wilderness in a dusty purple (Color #14)            Frabjous Fibers Mad Hatter Mini Skein Pack in the Mice in the Tea Colorway  Needles: Signature Convertibles US size 4 for the body and 3 for the brim Size: I made the large size, with the slouch     Knits in Rehearsal Viajante by Martina Behm Finally, actually cast this on instead of just talking about casting it on!  Yarn: Miss Babs Kilimanjaro in the Believable color way Needles: US Size 3 and US Size 4   Catnip Socks by Wendy D. Johnson Yarn: One Twisted Tree Prime Sock in the HinkyPunk Colorway Dyed by the wonderful Danie of the Prairie Girls Knit and Spin Podcast Needles: US Size 1.5 Addi Turbo fixed circular needles   Vanilla Socks Yarn: Wisdom Yarns Saki Bamboo in the Garnet Ridge colorway Needles: US 1.5 Addi Lace fixed circular needles Cast on 63 stitches using Judy's Magic Cast On    Memory Blanket by Georgie Hallam Yarn: Who knows?? Needles: US Size 2 Addi Turbo fixed circulars    Auditioning Knits Mill Wrap by Maria Yarley/Elegant Economy Knits   Sugar Maple by Carina Spencer   Cardinia Wrap by Ambah   Knittings News, Notes and Events   I visited a lovely LYS in Black Mountain, NC, called the Black Mountain Yarn Shop. I highly recommend you check it out if you are in the area! I purchased some Hedgehog Fibers Sock yarn in the Villain color way.    I had a blast at the Carolina Fiber Frolic!  Check out the bags made by Jan Smiley on Etsy! She does excellent work!  Here is my lovely bag!        I purchased 2 of the official Frolic Colorways by Sarah of The Copper Corgi Yarns.    I won a skein of Quaere Fibers Gradient Sock in the Raw Turquoise color way.    I also purchased a mini-skein gradient kit by the lovely ladies of Kismet Fiber Works. What should I make??   I had the best roomies at the Frolic! Maria from Elegant Economy Knits and Faith of Faithfully Geeky Blog. Check out these ladies!    Fiberlicious Kickstarter Contest We had 28 entries for the contest which closed on March 22. I drew a winner? Listen up to see if you won a skein of yarn and project bag from the ladies of Fiberlicious!   Rak-Along The Rak-along is still going strong. We have only a few entries but still lots of time left to participate!      The KAL will run through May 1. All of the rules and regulations are available in the thread on Ravelry. Make someone something, you'll make them smile and I bet you will smile too!   500 Member Giveaway We still have the contest going through April 1st. Don't forget to enter!    New to me Podcast: Teaching your Brain to Knit   New to me Video Podcast: Junkyarn   Knitting Talk Back A special review of the new Amy Herzog book Knit, Wear Love.    Non-Knitting What a Crock Creamy Mushroom Chicken Stew   Love it or Leave it Love it: The Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt on Netflix               The wedding I attended this weekend was super fun!   Leave it: Hurt feelings. Boo! Who needs it?    Other News and Notes Book Update I finished reading Three Daughters by Consuelo Saah Baehr. I gave it 4 stars on Goodreads.   Still running...as much as I can manage with some calf pain. 10k is two weeks away.    Thanks for joining me for episode 28. 

This episode's audio is in-sync here, iTunes, and on the YouTube channel, but not at Blip.tv.Show Notes:News and Notes -Thank you to fransicangypsy for the pattern. Check out her podcast.Color Affection KALRacing Hearts KALNo finished objects.Works in Progress - Gemini - got needle Addi Turbo needleAbalone - on hold right now because of heatSpinning - Mountain Color fiber in the meadow colorway. Targee fiberFitness - 2 days of workouts. 30 minutes each with 5 minutes of consecutive running. Hope to get in 4 days this weekEnabling -Wolfe Farms soapLoop Batts!Goodies from party at Hank of Yarn (my LYS)

What's on my needles and wheel? Pictures and details can be found on my Ravelry Group Homespun Journey.2012 New Year's Resolution Spin the good stuff!Christmas Presents Books -Fleece and Fiber Sourcebook by Deb Robson & Carol Ekarius -Knitting Around the World a Multistranded History of a Time Honored Tradition By Lela Nargi -Friday Night Knitting Club Knit Two by Kate Jacobs - Stitch and Bitch by Debbie Stoller -Knit your own Dog by Sally Muir & Joanna OsborneMy Journey to The Fold, Marengo, Illinoiswww.thefoldatmc.net Books -A Knitter's Life List by Gwen W. Steege -Unravelled by Maggie Sefton Needles -Kollage square needles -Addi Turbo by Skacel BFL/ Tussah Silk 50/50 top spinning fibersBook Review - Sunrise on Cedar Key by Terri DuLongCultured Purls Knitting GuildMeets at Holy Cross Lutheran Church in basementCorner of First Street and Three Oaks RoadCary, IL.Informal Meetup at Barnes & Nobel Bookstore Crystal Lake, IL. 7 pm.www.culturedpurls.comPay it Forward.....Charity KnittingMotherBearProject.org Calendar of Hope 2012. www.armyofwomen.orgEvents -Rhonda's Knit Wits. 3rd Thursday Get Together Wonder Lake, IL -Fiber Wrapped Figure art workshop with Danny Mansmith Art InStitchtute of Chicago 2020 N. Western Ave., 2nd Floor Chicago, IL. -3rd Annual Midwinter Fiber & Yarn Tasting Feb 25, 2012 starting at 9:00 am. Basics Natural Foods Co-op 1711 Lodge Drive Janesville, Wisconsin -Sheep in the City Getaway February 24, 25, & 26th, 2012 Comfort Suites Oak Creek, Wisconsinwww.web.mac.com/jmassie1Illinois Prairie Spinners 2012 Spring RetreatMay 18-20, 2012 (Fri-Sun)Everyone is welcome to attendRegistration FormMalabrigo Song Gary Karlsrud - Composer Mediaworkzone.comMalabrigo Song Video

This week's episode has been sponsored by: New this week: Cascade Eco Alpaca, and dyed colors of Pure Alpaca, new certified Free Trade yarns from Frog Tree Alpaca, including the new Picaboo, bamboo, pima cotton, and Green Line DK and Worsted merino from Lorna's Laces. Administrative: (00:30) Knit's up has moved to Libsyn. If you're having problems updating your feeds, find our tutorial here. On the Needles: (2:00) Gigi is making good progress on her On the Vine scarf. Jasmin cast on a sock to chase away her bad knitting mojo. She is using the Abstract Fibers "Supersock" in Newport. (Jasmin and Gigi will be reviewing this yarn in a later podcast.) Jasmin also discusses working with the square knitting needles. Jasmin suggests that LYSes should have "tester" needles so that knitters can try them. (Jasmin refers to the Addi Turbo interchangeable review episode.) Gigi is working on the Par Five sock out of the brown Malabrigo Sock. Jasmin tries to understand golf. Gigi describes golf as "banhoff". The Knit(more)-A-Long! Jasmin's: Katarina (by CocoKnits), in Tess Yarns' Silk and Merino. (Jasmin is knitting hers in one piece, as opposed to the way that the pattern is written. She talks about how she blocked her Twist.) Jasmin is knitting this at a tighter gauge than is recommended in the pattern (Jasmin is knitting it at 5 sts/6 rows per inch) because she disagrees with both the math in the pattern, the schematic, and the gauge of the recommended yarn. Gigi's: Carli (by CocoKnits) in Malabrigo worsted, Burgundy. Gigi is matching gauge and knitting the pattern as it is written, thus far. They talk about substituting yarns and the need to occasionally recalculate a pattern. They also discuss picking colors. Mother Knows Best: (30:24) Gigi and Jasmin discuss warm weather knits; they LOVE the Tess Yarns' Microfiber Ribbon. Some of Jasmin's favorite patterns include the ribbed turtleneck (by Jill Ramos), the chevron ribbed tank by Ann Budd, and the perfect periwinkle turtleneck tube vest from Fitted Knits. Jasmin seals the end of the ribbon with Fray-Check, talks about the best way to wind it, Straw into Gold: (42:13) Jasmin is still spinning Talullah, she wants to knit something with cables (like Mariah). Jasmin talks about "swatching" your spinning. Jasmin is going to use her Maggie mini skein-winder to make tiny test skeins. Reviews: (46:10) They review the Malabrigo sock yarn. Four Knitmore thumbs up! They also review the Leslie Wind cable needle necklace. (Video tutorials can be found here.) Jasmin loved it, Gigi didn't.