POPULARITY
On the Needles:(0:32) Jasmin’s Dissent Cardigan is finished. She mentions Splendid Apparel, by Anna Zilboorg. She mentions the Couture Button tutorial. Jasmin improved the perfect buttonhole! Gigi purloins "Feel Free to Compliment Me" from the Sewing Out Loud" podcast Jasmin mentions the Welcome to the Flock cardigan there are two! and the Frozen Hearts Pullover She mentions the Diaphanous Raglan, the Rihanna Fenty lipstick. She says it matches One Red Shoe from Anzula. Gigi cast on another pair of Vanilla is the new Black socks out of vacation yarn, and knitted most of the leg during knitting group #operationSockdrawer Gigi went to EspaceTricot in Montreal while on Vacation Jasmin mentions Diane (Lady Dye Yarns) and a Rhinebeck Garment KAL we're collaborating on! She knitted on her White Birch Fiber Arts socks in "A Study in Peach, Mint". Jasmin has swatched for the Diaphanous Raglan. (#MyRhineBIPOCSweater, #BIPOCMAL2019). She has also swatched for her Sevrine out of Neighborhood Fiber Co. Capital Luxury Sport in “Reservoir Hill”. Jasmin mentions a kit from Neighborhood Fiber Co.(The #MyRhineBIPOCSweater KAL!). Join the Ravelry Group, if you’re a BIPOC dyer, fill out the form, if you’re a BIPOC designer, make sure you’re on the Black Squirrel List. Gigi is working on the Rocky Coast cardigan and finished hip increases Jasmin mentions the #BIPOCMAL2019 , which starts in September and ends in November Jasmin mentions Jessie Mae. Check out her designs! And TinaTse Knits Jasmin mentions LittleSkeinAnne from the Social Proofing episode Jasmin’s Viajante is inching towards the mesh section. Gigi: put a few rows on The Joker and the Thief shawl In Stitches (25:49) Gigi wore a dress from over ten years ago. It brings out the silver in her hair Events: (28:34) - #ChooseYourOwnAdventureKAL is ongoing. - Stash Dash :May 24 till August 24. Hosted by the Knitgirllls FINISHED . Concession speech. Act Blue Families Belong Together Donation - May 31 till end of August: Two Ewes Not Along Not knitting, crochet, spinning or weaving -#MyRhineBIPOCSweater - PIQF October 17-20 Mother Knows Best:(35:12) This week we talk about baby gifts, True North Hearts and Hands donations: https://subcultureyarn.com/craftivism-hearts-hands-baby-layette-bag-donation/ When Knitting Attacks:(41:24) Gigi :Discovered that I made a mistake with where I put one dart for the hip increases Podcasters: if you have a promo that you would like us to air, send it! Straw into Gold:(45:44) Jasmin finished weaving a diaphanous shawl for Gigi. On her Schacht Flip And Sew On:(50:10) Gigi’s sewing class at Cañada College got fitted with the paper patterns. She can start on the muslin now Couture Embellishments class at Westvalley College started. Thinking of embellishing home dec items for final project. Also the class is supposed to make an "ethnic inspired" project.
This episode introduces Sabrina Famellos, owner of Anzula Luxury Fibers. We talk about knitting vs crochet, everyday sexism, and being both an introvert and a business owner at the same time. Then we talk to Amy King about metallic fibers and specifically Stellina, the shiny component of Anzula’s newest yarn, Lucero. TRIGGER WARNING: We get into … Continue reading Episode 108 | Anzula Luxury Fibers
Today Leanne speaks with Sabrina Famellos, of Anzula.com. Sabrina shares with us her experience in conquering the new business learning curve, how to grow your business with intention, and when's the best time to make new hires. Also, Sabrina explains why it is not a good idea to learn Greek and Japanese at the same time.
Show Notes:News and Notes -I am cheering for Amy Beth in the Sock the Vote contest. (Sorry to all the other podcasters. You are equally awesome, but I just love her campaigning!)Accreditation reports for work are wearing me out, but it is winding down, which makes me happy.Heading to Dallas soon for nephews birthdayFinished Objects - TKGASS square 3 out of Berroco Vintage in the pea soup colorway. Dragon scales patternWorks in Progress - Koi in a Blender socks for Veronika out of Tempted yarn in a "triangle" patternTall stripey socks out of Red Heart and Sole in the Spring stripes colorwaySpinning -Finished the Anzula corridale fiber in the Fire colorway. Calling the skein "When there's smoke". Amy has claimed it for a hat, but says I have to design it.Acquisitions - HO bag and Ravengers t-shirt from ACME/Stockinette ZombiesSafety eyes and togglesPrize for Color Affection KAL - necklace from Rainlover knitsFitness - I haven't been working out this week. Too tired.
Show Notes:News and Notes -Richard joins me this week as a guest co-host. He talks about his knitting and shows off the scarf he made for Pig (my dog) for Pig's birthday.Finished Objects -TKGASS square 2 in Holiday Yarn Hanky Panky colorwayWorks in Progress -Garden socksC25K socks - Racing Hearts socks in Desert Vista Dyeworks colorway. Two options available - Gray and RedColor Affection (KAL ends Sept. 18)Abalone cardigan by Hedgehog FibersSpinning -Anzula fiber (Corridale) in the Ocean colorway (finished up)Dancing in the Hall by Storied Yarns - 200 yes plus a small chain-plyed mini-skeinMountain Color Fiber in the Meadow colorwayChain-plyed remainder of the Abalone from Unwind Yarn Company for a mini-skein
Show Notes:No finished objects this week.Works in Progress -TKGASS square 3Garden socksC25K socks - Racing Hearts socksColor AffectionSpinning -Anzula fiber (Corridale) in the Ocean colorwayFitness - No C25K training this weekWalked way too much at the zoo!Enabling - Itty Bitty Toys book by Susan B. AndersonMountain Fiber from the Woolie EweWhite Rock Weaving and Craft Center - awesome fiber, spinning wheel parts, and purple heart spindle