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Knitting Segments   Show Ready Knits I finished by #BigBadBergAlong project, On the Spice Market by Melanie Berg.  I mentioned how valuable my Knit Companion App was in making this pattern. I don't knit without it!            I also mentioned a new to me item, Block 'N Roll. Look out for a review in a future episode.  Knits in Rehearsal   Currently working on my 2nd (or 3rd) pair of Los Monos Locos Socks by Jennifer O'Sullivan   Vanilla Socks      Auditioning Knits V Neck Boxy by Joji Locatelli   Knitting News, Notes and Events   PalKal 2016 Updates   Thank you so much to all of the sponsors and participants. I am so happy to have had so much excitement around this KAL!   If you haven't yet, please check out episode 60 where all of the winners were announced. I need to hear from all winners by December 1, 2016, or I will have to redraw for some of the prizes!   In addition, I have opened up a new thread for a giveaway of one Sock Ruler, as the winner had already purchased one and would like for it to go to someone who really wants one! Please enter that thread if you are interested!      Big Bad Berg Along   We have officially reached the end of this fantastic Knit A Long.      I was lucky enough to be joined by some of my favorite podcasters in knitting as many Melanie Berg patterns as we can!  In a Sknit  The Prairie Girls Knit and Spin Down Cellar Studio Podcast Commuter Knitter Knitting Butterflies The Knitmore Girls   We are so fortunate to have worked with some fabulous Indie Dyers for this KAL: Sun Valley Fibers     Lollipop Yarns   One Twisted Tree     Prizes: One lucky participant will win a 30$ gift certificate to Sun Valley Fibers!   One lucky participant will win this 2 color shawl kit from Lollipop Yarns!       Knitter's Journal Giveaway I reviewed The Knitter's Journal  by Jane Klein on Episode 61.  If you would like to win a copy of this for your collection, please check out the Ravelry group and enter to win one! This contest will stay open until December 1, 2016. You must be a member of the group to win, one entry per person.     Knitting Talk Back I talk about some gift knitting for this holiday season! I would love to see your suggestions for quick and easy gift knits!   Here are the patterns I mentioned: Hats Barley by Tin Cat Knits   Star Crossed Slouchy Beret by Natalie Larson   Strib Hab by Kelly Williams   Cowls Botanical Cowl by Megan Goodacre   Elphaba Cowl by Blue Dog Workshop   Cozies Adjustable Coffee Mug Wrap by Danido Crafty   Beer Sweater Cozy by Rebecca Shepler   Zymology Beer Cozy by Lyndsey VanSomeren   House/Home Mason Jar Covers by Jenn Sheelen of the Jenn Sheelen podcast. Fairie's Firelight Heart's Aflame Pixie Petals Dream Whisperer       Other CozyPad: An Ipad Cover by Danna Rachel   CozyFire: A Kindle Fire Cover by Danna Rachel   Owl Kindle Cozy by Hannahmade Patterns     Non-Knitting Segments   What a Crock Crockpot Enchilada Quinoa   Love it or Leave it Love: Reunited and it Feels so GOOOOOOD. I recently spent some time with an old friend.   Leave: I have picked up some unhealthy habits in the last few weeks.   Other News and Notes   Books   I am currently reading Silent in the Sanctuary by Deanna Raybourne.    I finished reading and listening to a couple of things:   A Bone to Pick by Charlaine Harris   Good as Gone by Amy Gentry

Knitting Segments Show Ready Knits Sockhead Hat by Kelly McClure     Knits in Rehearsal Currently working on my 2nd (or 3rd) pair of Los Monos Locos Socks by Jennifer O'Sullivan   Vanilla Socks    On the Spice Market by Melanie Berg for the #bigbadbergalong   Knitting News, Notes and Events Join me as I discuss the highlights of my trip to Rhinebeck and enjoy the photos! Such a wonderful trip and I hope to repeat it again in the future!   The Vendors I mentioned:    Indie Untangled:  Voolenvine Yarns Backyard Fiberworks White Birch Fiber Arts   Rhinebeck: O Wool Into the Whirled Katrinkles Neighborhood Fiber Company I mentioned the pattern I have in mind for my NFC yarn, Harley.   Here are some pics from the weekend!     Next planned Knitting Events: Zombie Knitpocalypse in June 2017   PalKal 2016 Updates   Thank you so much to all of the sponsors and participants. I am so happy to have had so much excitement around this KAL!   If you haven't yet, please check out episode 60 where all of the winners were announced. I need to hear from all winners by December 1, 2016, or I will have to redraw for some of the prizes!   In addition, I have opened up a new thread for a giveaway of one Sock Ruler, as the winner had already purchased one and would like for it to go to someone who really wants one! Please enter that thread if you are interested!      Big Bad Berg Along Join me and some of my very favorite podcasters in knitting as many Melanie Berg patterns as we can!    We will joined by: In a Sknit  The Prairie Girls Knit and Spin Down Cellar Studio Podcast Commuter Knitter Knitting Butterflies The Knitmore Girls   We are working with some fabulous Indie Dyers for this KAL: Sun Valley Fibers There will be Free Shipping in the US for kits and special pricing on the kits that they are making up just for this KAL. You can get the same kit as I am getting or as one of the other podcasters. More information is coming, but look for a special link "Big Bad Berg-Along" on their website. Use the code BigBadBergAlong at checkout.     Lollipop Yarns Joan dyed up some special Duet and Trio kits especially for Ashbury or Quicksilver patterns. She will be offering Free Shipping if you use the code BigBadBergAlong at checkout. She will be having a few more updates as she gets the yarn available, so check out her group on Ravelry and her website for specific details.   One Twisted Tree Danie will be offering a couple of different fall themed kits for the KAL. Check out the website for more information.   Prizes: One lucky participant will win a 30$ gift certificate to Sun Valley Fibers!   One lucky participant will win this 2 color shawl kit from Lollipop Yarns!       Knitter's Journal Giveaway I reviewed The Knitter's Journal  by Jane Klein on Episode 61.  If you would like to win a copy of this for your collection, please check out the Ravelry group and enter to win one! This contest will stay open until December 1, 2016. You must be a member of the group to win, one entry per person.   Non-Knitting Segments   Meatless Monday Quinoa Stuffed Bell Peppers   Love it or Leave it Love: The Out on the Linai Podcast, all about the Golden Girls   Leave: Daylight Savings Time   Other News and Notes In case you missed it: I RAN A MARATHON!!   Listen up for a brief recap of my marathon experience.           Books   On this episode I talked only about books I have finished recently.   Today Will Be Different by Maria Semple   Real Murders by Charlaine Harris   The Nest by Cynthia D'Aprix Sweeney   The Trespasser by Tana French   Commonwealth by Ann Patchett   Other Updates Life has slowed down considerably since my marathon. I am enjoying the time with friends and family, and of course, the extra knitting time!   Hopefully this means the podcast will be back on a more regular schedule!        

  Thank you for tuning in to Episode 100 of the Down Cellar Studio Podcast. This week's segments included:   Off the Needles On the Needles From the Armchair In my Travels KAL News Events Contest, News & Notes Life in Focus Ask Me Anything On a Happy Note Quote of the Week   Thank you this episode's sponsors Pearl & Plum, Fair Winds Farm and Plum Deluxe   Off the Needles   2016 Patriots Socks Pattern: OMG Heel Socks by Megan Williams Needles: US 1 (2.25 mm) Yarn: Knitters Brewing Company Sockaholic II in NE Patriots Tailgate Party Colorway Hoppy’s Friend Pattern: Best Bunny by Lion Brand (free) Hook: C Yarn: Berroco Vintage (worsted) in a light purple This purple bunny was requested by my niece Millie because Hoppy needs a friend!   Christmas Socks OMG Heel Sock Pattern US 1.5 Needles Yarn: Lilliput Yarns- Bumpus Hounds Colorway   On the Needles   Christmas Shortie Socks   OMG Heel Sock Pattern US 1.5 Needles Yarn: Be Ewe Fibers (Etsy shop) Little Shop of Horrors Mini Skein Set Hot Air Balloon Socks Pattern: OMG Heel Socks by Megan Williams Needles: US 1 (2.25 mm) (Need to do this when more than 450 yards in 100 gram skein) Yarn: Andre Sue Knits (Etsy)   Rhinebeck 2016 Socks Pattern: OMG Heel Socks by Megan Williams Needles: US 1 (2.25 mm) (Need to do this when more than 450 yards in 100 gram skein) Yarn: Andre Sue Knits (Etsy) Sock Blank- Rhinebeck   Halloween Socks 2016 Pattern: Smooth Operator Socks by Susan B Anderson Needles: US 1.5 (2.5 mm) Yarn: Regia Arnie & Carlos line Color #02459   Sunwalker Shawl Pattern: Sunwalker by Melanie Berg Yarn: Sun Valley Fibers MCS (Merino Cashmere Silk) Fingering in Kensington Colorway Needles: US 5 (3.75 mm) Planning to make it smaller than originally called for. Notes from this Ravelry Project Page as my guide. Almost to lace part now!   Shawl Design in progress     Bruins Sockhead Hat Pattern: Socked Slouch Hat by Kelly McClure (free) Needles: US 2 (2.75mm) Yarn: Knitters Brewing Company Sockaholic Fingering weigh yarn in Bruins Tailgate Party Colorway From the Armchair Tune in to hear my review of Katya Frankel's new collection Grey Matters. It retails for approx $7.49 US. Check out my favorite patterns- the Twegen hat and mitts Come over to the Ravelry Group to enter to win a copy. In My Travels  Tune in to hear about my 2016 Rhinebeck Experience!       Podcasters Mentioned: Emily: Knitting Butterflies Michelle: Actually Knitting Kristi: In a Sknit Danie: Prairie Girls Knit and Spin Debby Reece & Amy Meeks: Periscoping Sisters Amy Beth: The Fat Squirrel Speaks Ellen & Jan: Twinset Designs Jen: Commuter Knitter Megan: Stockinette Zombies Amber: Yarn Hoarder Andi: Andre Sue Knits Sue & Chelsea: Legacy Knitz Melissa: Spicy Homemaker Shops Mentioned: Spun Right Round One Geek to Craft them All Dragonfly Fibers Ross Farm. Check out their Magical Fiber Fantasy Retreat January 25-29, 2017 at the Walt Disney World Swan Resort in FL O-Wool  June Pryce Fiber Arts Windswept Designs Angora Online KAL News  12 Months to Christmas KAL 12 Months to Christmas FO Thread 12 Months to Christmas Chat Thread 12 Months to Christmas KAL Prizes!   Amplitude Shawl pattern by Greg Cohoon Skein of Worsted weight yarn from Tink Yarn in Lady Luck colorway Project bag from Freckled Whimsey- navy with hearts. Good sock size. Removeable wristlet strap. Ripple Ribbed Socks pattern by Susie White   The Big, Bad, Berg-a-long October 1st-November 15, 2016. Knit any pattern by Melanie Berg (No WIPs allowed) 7 Podcasts Participating- each will offer prizes, you are welcome to enter in each group’s thread. Knitting Butterflies, Actually Knitting, Prairie Girls Knit & Spin, In a Sknit & Commuter Knitter Podcast, Knitmore Girls We are so lucky to have the designer Melanie Berg offering our listeners a 10% discount on her patterns (self-published) starting September 15th, 2016 and ending November 2, 2016. Use the code BigBadBergAlong at checkout on Ravelry. We are also working with 3 Indie Dyers for this KAL.Sun Valley Fibers, Lollipop Yarns & One Twisted Tree: beautiful yarns and kits. Check them out.  Post your FO photo and details in the Big Bad Berg Along FO Thread in the Down Cellar Studio Podcast Ravelry Group   Prizes: $30 Gift Certificate to Sun Valley Fibers 600 yard, 5 color tweedy gradient kit from Quaere Fibre Skein of yarn (winner chooses base & color way) from Octopus Yarns   Pigskin Party Our 3rd annual make-along hosted in the Down Cellar Studio Podcast Ravelry Group that runs during the NFL football season September 8- February 6th (Monday after Superbowl- you can knit and post photos on that last day) The more projects you finish, the more touchdowns and field goals you’ll score and the more points you earn. You can also increase your score by using products from our awesome sponsors or meeting other challenges and by recruiting new team members. The more points you have, the more entries you get for the prize drawings. We also have lots of prizes reserved for participation  on Ravelry and Instagram to keep it fun and light if you’re not a hardcore player.  You can participate in as much or as little as you like. In short- it’s 5 months of fun, chatter, some good healthy banter and of course PRIZES!   Pigskin Party ’16 Wondering what this crazy KAL is? Check out this page which gives you the best overview with all necessary links. Check out the Rules but if you still have questions, come over to the Questions thread and ask. We’re happy to help. Put your Name on the Roster then claim your spot in the End Zone Dance Thread Continue to update this with all of the points you earn during the KAL Check out our amazing sponsors. Find the coupons here. Some of our Pro Shop Level Sponsors will be creating exclusive items for Pigskin Party participants. They may come out at different times and will likely be limited in quantities, so keep your eyes on this Exclusive Items thread in the group for all the latest news Scope out the prizes! Don’t forget to use #DCSPigskinParty2016 on Instagram so we check out what you’re doing and you can be eligible for participation prizes. Want to make sure you know the latest news about the Interceptions, swaps and other fun challenges throughout the Pigskin Party? Stay tuned to the Sidelines Games thread in the Ravelry Group. Thank you to our Pro Shop Sponsors! Berry Colorful Yarnings Bijou Basin Ranch Daizie Knits Fair Winds Farm Fiber Nymph Dye Works Knit Life Designs Knitcircus Yarns Knits4Comfort Knitters Brewing Company Knitty Kitty Bags Lilliput Yarn Media Peruana Designs One Geek To Craft Them All Pearl and Plum Plum Deluxe Tea Prairie Bag Works Sun Valley Fibers Sunsoaked Yarns The Yarn Sellar Yarn Geek Fibers Key Details Mentioned in this Episode   Sidelines Thread: Interceptions: Big Bad Berg-a-long will run as an Interception. Oct 1-Nov 15 Plum Deluxe Interception- 60 minute slow down. Runs until October 31 Berry Colorful Yarnings- Self-Striping Interception- November 1- November 30 Need ideas: check out this Bundle: http://www.ravelry.com/bundles/self-striping-not-socks Chat Thread FO Thread Events Vogue Knitting Live- NYC  January 13-15, 2017   Contest News & Notes I announced the winner of Kate Oates' new book Grown   Life in Focus  In this episode I share more about my journey this year to health and weight loss- specifically about freeing up time and building habits. Check out the Daily Time Log from Gretchen Rubin if you want a physical way to track your time. Ask me Anything I answered a question from Cynalune-about knitting strategies during weight loss and a question from craftyhobbit about managing fibromalygia. On a Happy Note Spending in person time with my dear friends. Fall weather and foliage! My cousin Jenny's wedding! I placed a Plum Deluxe tea order. My favorites: Mindful Morning black tea, Coconut Macaron, Reading Nook Tea Blend + one new one - Spicy Caramel Apple Cinnamon Herbal Tea   Halloween is coming! We kicked off with an event at my Nana's assisted living facility! Quote of the Week “Just because your mind tells you that something is awful or evil or unplanned or otherwise negative doesn’t mean you have to agree. Just because other people say that something is hopeless or crazy or broken to pieces doesn’t mean it is. We decide what story to tell ourselves.” ― Ryan Holiday, The Obstacle Is the Way: The Timeless Art of Turning Adversity to Advantage  ------------------------ Thank you for tuning in!   Contact Information: Ravelry: BostonJen & Down Cellar Studio Podcast Ravelry Group Twitter: Instagram & Periscope: BostonJen1 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/downcellarstudio Sign up for my email newsletter to get the latest on everything happening in the Down Cellar Studio!

  Thank you for tuning in to Episode 99 of the Down Cellar Studio Podcast. This week's segments included:   Off the Needles On the Needles Brainstorming From the Armchair In My Travels KAL News Events Life in Focus On a Happy Note Quote of the Week   Thank you to episode sponsors Knitters Brewing Company, Fiber Nymph Dye Works, Bijou Basin Ranch   Off the Needles Neon Halloweeny Socks OMG Heel Sock Pattern US 1.5 Needles Yarn: Be Ewe Fibers (Etsy shop) 2 mini skeins in Harley Quinn Colorway     Dandy Sir Cephalopod Pattern: Dandy Sir Cephalopod by Susan Claudino $6 pattern Needles: US 6 Yarn: Spunky Eclectic Targhee Classic in colorway: Emerald Isle Lot 1015 (195 yards) Eyes from 6060 on Etsy Mustache- Tangerine Designs   On the Needles   Christmas Socks OMG Heel Sock Pattern US 1.5 Needles Yarn: Lilliput Yarns- Bumpus Hounds Colorway   Christmas Shortie Socks   OMG Heel Sock Pattern US 1.5 Needles Yarn: Be Ewe Fibers (Etsy shop) Little Shop of Horrors Mini Skein Set    Hot Air Balloon Socks Pattern: OMG Heel Socks by Megan Williams Needles: US 1 (2.25 mm) (Need to do this when more than 450 yards in 100 gram skein) Yarn: Andre Sue Knits (Etsy)   Key West Socks OMG Heel Sock Pattern US 1.5 Needles Yarn: Knitterly Things Vesper Sock Spring Sonata Colorway   Sunwalker Shawl Pattern: Sunwalker by Melanie Berg Yarn: Sun Valley Fibers MCS (Merino Cashmere Silk) Fingering in Kensington Colorway Needles: US 5 (3.75 mm) Planning to make it smaller than originally called for. Notes from this Ravelry Project Page as my guide.   Hexagon Scrappy Blanket Pattern: Instructions from this tutorial Yarn: leftover sock yarn Hook: D 3.25 mm   Rugged Ripples Blanket Pattern: Rugged Ripples by Stephanie Gage (free) Hook: I, 5.5 mm Yarn: Caron One Pound, Lion Brand Ice Cream Big Scoop, Loops and Threads Impeccable Tutorial available by Very Pink From the Armchair Grown by Kate Oates So excited to be part of the Grown Blog Tour. Check out other podcasters and bloggers talking about it here. Check out the patterns on Ravelry- ebook available now for $19.00 Pre-order your copy today! $22 amazing deal. Get in early and your preorder will include e-book, your choice of any one PDF of the coordinating Tot Toppers patterns (immediate delivery), hard copy of the book and a custom Grown Retromantic wooden gauge (shipped in December-January), all for the price of the hard copy book (plus shipping). Come over to Ravelry Group to enter to win a copy of the Grown ebook!     Row Counter Bracelet from Knit Life Design Retails for $28.00 US       Rhinebeck Festival Prep: My Tips Clothes- layers. Wear your knits. Tip: pick your hand knits first. Choose the rest of your outfit accordingly! Shoes should be comfy (and not new). Something you won't mind if they get covered in muck. Bag/purse- try not to make it too big. Camera- capture the fun. For me, iPhone is great. Pen + paper- in case you see a pattern you want to jot down name of etc. If you're a digital person you could take photos and jot them down later. Check out vendor list in advance. Make list of MUST go to vendors and where they are located. Make list of what you'd like to buy yarn for. Put list of what you need on phone/paper (something that doesn't require internet) cell service is getting better but can still be spotty. Bring snacks/water. Aim to eat at non-traditional times. Everyone wants to get lunch at 12 or 1. It's hard to do when you just want to shop and see and chat. I recommend setting timers on your phone if you're the type who can get lost in the day. Bing a mix of cash and card if possible. Food vendors sometimes only take cash Some booths line for cash and one for cards. if have both- you can pick shorter line. Don't pack too much knitting. Simple sock etc. bring extra sock needle or hat needle. You may want to cast on right  away! Many things at the really packed booths at Rhinebeck DO SELL OUT. Some vendors bring stock for Sunday. Some don't. Many people like to do a loop before committing to things but if there's only a couple and you're going to majorly regret it if its gone later. Consider buying it on the first pass. Check out this Knitty Article by Stephanie Purl-McPhee & a blog post I wrote in prep for Stitches Midwest: Fiber Events: Setting Yourself Up for Success   In My Travels Southern Adirondack Fiber Festival   Lisa and I went up on Saturday morning. We met up with  Holly from Fish Belly Fiber Works (Field Sponsor for Pigskin Party) and her friend Maureen.    Got to see Pro Shop Sponsor Jen from Knits4Comfort! and met her lovely mom Nancy!   Was great seeing Kathy from Merlin Tree again so soon!   Purchases Periwinkle Sheep- 2 skeins 1) grey/rose quartz, the witch's cauldron Hampton Artistic Yarns- 2 skeins Dyenamics Yarn Supersocke in Zombie Colorway- grays with green, orange/red Katrinkles- Needle gauge with the state of MA etched in. Also bought ornaments. Pair of socks from Dan. Cloth needle keeper and a small pottery bowl from Northside Knit Co Bulky skein of yarn from Hampton Fiber Mill and Spinnery based out of VT    Key West Dan and I went with friends Mike and Cheryl and my parents   We purchased Hammock Swings for our deck made by Cobble Mountain Hammock Co. KAL News  12 Months to Christmas This KAL runs all through 2016. Finish 1 item each month that you plan to gift for the holidays this year. Enter your FOs here. New Prizes: Amplitude Shawl pattern by Greg Cohoon Skein of Worsted weight yarn from Tink Yarn in Lady Luck colorway Project bag from Freckled Whimsey Ripple Ribbed Socks pattern by Susie White The Big, Bad, Berg-a-long Runs October 1st-November 15, 2016 Knit any pattern by Melanie Berg (No WIPs allowed) 7 Podcasts Participating- many are offering prizes, you are welcome to enter in each group’s thread. Knitting Butterflies, Actually Knitting, Prairie Girls Knit & Spin, In a Sknit & Commuter Knitter Podcast, Knitmore Girls We are so lucky to have the designer Melanie Berg offering our listeners a 10% discount on her patterns (self-published) starting September 15th, 2016 and ending November 2, 2016. Use the code BigBadBergAlong at checkout on Ravelry. We are also working with 3 Indie Dyers for this KAL.Sun Valley Fibers, Lollipop Yarns & One Twisted Tree: beautiful yarns and kits. Check them out.  Post your FO photo and details in the Big Bad Berg Along FO Thread in the Down Cellar Studio Podcast Ravelry Group       Pigskin Party 2016 Our 3rd annual make-along hosted in the Down Cellar Studio Podcast Ravelry Group that runs during the NFL football season September 8- February 6th (Monday after Superbowl- you can knit and post photos on that last day) The more projects you finish, the more touchdowns and field goals you’ll score and the more points you earn. You can also increase your score by using products from our awesome sponsors or meeting other challenges and by recruiting new team members. The more points you have, the more entries you get for the prize drawings. We also have lots of prizes reserved for participation  on Ravelry and Instagram to keep it fun and light if you’re not a hardcore player.  You can participate in as much or as little as you like. In short- it’s 5 months of fun, chatter, some good healthy banter and of course PRIZES! Pigskin Party ’16 Wondering what this crazy KAL is? Check out this page which gives you the best overview with all necessary links. Check out the Rules but if you still have questions, come over to the Questions thread and ask. We’re happy to help. Put your Name on the Roster then claim your spot in the End Zone Dance Thread Continue to update this with all of the points you earn during the KAL Check out our amazing sponsors. Find the coupons here. Some of our Pro Shop Level Sponsors will be creating exclusive items for Pigskin Party participants. They may come out at different times and will likely be limited in quantities, so keep your eyes on this Exclusive Items thread in the group for all the latest news Scope out the prizes! Don’t forget to use #DCSPigskinParty2016 on Instagram so we check out what you’re doing and you can be eligible for participation prizes. Want to make sure you know the latest news about the Interceptions, swaps and other fun challenges throughout the Pigskin Party? Stay tuned to the Sidelines Games thread in the Ravelry Group. A special thank you to Pro Shop Sponsors Berry Colorful Yarnings Bijou Basin Ranch Daizie Knits Fair Winds Farm Fiber Nymph Dye Works Knit Life Designs Knitcircus Yarns Knits4Comfort Knitters Brewing Company Knitty Kitty Bags Lilliput Yarn Media Peruana Designs One Geek To Craft Them All Pearl and Plum Plum Deluxe Tea Prairie Bag Works Sun Valley Fibers Sunsoaked Yarns The Yarn Sellar Yarn Geek Fibers Key Details Mentioned in this Episode   312 People on the Roster! Not to late to join in. 5 month KAL join whenever, craft as much or as little as you like. Sidelines Thread: Bingo will be hosted on Monday 10/10 & Thursday 10/27 Interceptions: Big Bad Berg-a-long will run as an Interception. Oct 1-Nov 15 Plum Deluxe Slow Down Interception October 12-October 31 | Chat Thread & Enter to Win This episode I announced the 10 Grand Prize Packs up for grabs this year. Thank you again to all of our sponsors. If you choose to purchase something from them and have the opportunity to let them know you heard about them from this podcast please do let them know that their advertising here is worth their time and money. Events Indie Untangled Trunk Show October 14, 2016 from 5p-8p at the  The Best Western Plus, 503 Washington Ave., Kingston, N.Y. New York Sheep and Wool Oct 15-16, 2015 at the Dutchess County Fairgrounds, Rhinebeck, NY Vogue Knitting Live- NYC  January 13-15, 2017   Life in Focus in the last episode I shared a bit about my health journey and motivation to lose weight. So much great feedback on this segment. Started a Life in Focus Thread in Ravelry Group. Check it out! Thank you for sharing bits of your life, struggle and successes with me!   This week I shared some eating and meeting tips that have helped me along this journey.   This week I wanted to share just a few things that I’ve learned over the course of this year that may be good concrete tips for you     On a Happy Note My grandmother is home from the hospital and doing well. Lu La Roe- I bought a few pieces and love them. #minsgame challenge. Heard about on the Slow Home Podcast    Quote of the Week "When we do not do the one thing we ought to do, we have no time for anything else- we're the busiest people in the world." -Eric Hoffer   ------   Thank you for tuning in!   Contact Information: Ravelry: BostonJen & Down Cellar Studio Podcast Ravelry Group Twitter: Instagram & Periscope: BostonJen1 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/downcellarstudio Sign up for my email newsletter to get the latest on everything happening in the Down Cellar Studio!

    Knitting Segments Knits in Rehearsal Currently working on my 2nd (or 3rd) pair of Los Monos Locos Socks by Jennifer O'Sullivan   Vanilla Socks    On the Spice Market by Melanie Berg for the #bigbadbergalong   Knitting News, Notes and Events   The PalKal2016 is officially over! I am so proud that we had 663 entries this year. Thanks so much to all of the participants. If you entered, make sure you listen to see if you are a lucky winner! If you are a winner, please email me!    Producing Sponsors    Sock Ruler Fiber to Fabric Magic Bijou Basin Ranch Media Peruana Designs Alana Dakos from Never Not Knitting  Infinite Twist Knitter's Pride Fix a Stitch Eucalan Della Q Ancient Arts Fibre Thanks so much to our Cameo Sponsors who offered prizes!  Ancient Threads Farm Etsy Shop and Website/Podcast  Ann of the Carolina Fiber Girls  Brenda Castiel Designs Daniela Richardson from A Coffee Fueled Life  Janis Ficker of the Carolina Fiber Girls C.C. Almon from the Geeky Girls Knit Podcast Jennifer Lassonde of the Down Cellar Studio Podcast Knitting Daddy Greg of the Unraveling Podcast Mary of the Kino Knits Podcast Kristine Beeson of the Yarnings Podcast Paula of the Knitting Pipeline Podcast Sarah Shoo of Cultivate and Create Podcast Susie White of the Prairie Girls Knit and Spin Podcast Ashley of Twist Fiber Studio and the Twisted Stitcher Podcast Zombody Knits  Julia from the Whole Lotta Craft Podcast Angela from the Revelations of a Delusional Knitter Podcast Steph from the Happy Buffalo Boutique Amy from the Stockinette Zombies Podcast Anne from Wooly Wonka Fiber Claire from New Hampshire Knits Jan Hamby of the Twinset Designs Podcast        These folks are our Featured Performers and really made the PalKal happen by offering great discounts!  Ashley of Twist Fiber Studio and the Twisted Stitcher Podcast Brenda Castiel Designs Daniela Richardson from the Coffee Fueled Life Podcast Knitting Daddy Greg of the Unraveling Podcast Jennifer Lassonde of the Down Cellar Studio Podcast   Mary of the Kino Knits Podcast Lynda from Ancient Threads Farm and Podcast Sarah Shoo of Cultivate and Create Podcast Susie White of the Prairie Girls Knit and Spin Podcast Paula of the Knitting Pipeline Podcast Ann of the Carolina Fiber Girls  Lisa of Zombody Knits  Kristine Beeson of the Yarnings Podcast C.C. Almon from the Geeky Girls Knit Podcast Kristi from the In a Sknit Video Podcast Janis Ficker/ of the Carolina Fiber Girls Twinset Jan from the Twinset Designs Podcast Julia from the Whole Lotta Craft Podcast Angela from Revelations of a Dellusional Knitter Podcast Stephanie from Happy Buffalo Boutique Anne from Wooly Wonka Fiber and podcast  Twinset Ellen from the Twinset Designs Podcast Claire of New Hampshire Knits   Our next Knit Along! The Big Bad BergAlong Join myself and some of my very favorite podcasters in knitting as many Melanie Berg patterns as we can!    We will joined by: In a Sknit  The Prairie Girls Knit and Spin Down Cellar Studio Podcast Commuter Knitter Knitting Butterflies The Knitmore Girls   We are working with some fabulous Indie Dyers for this KAL: Sun Valley Fibers There will be Free Shipping in the US for kits and special pricing on the kits that they are making up just for this KAL. You can get the same kit as I am getting or as one of the other podcasters. More information is coming, but look for a special link "Big Bad Berg-Along" on their website. Use the code BigBadBergAlong at checkout.     Lollipop Yarns Joan is dyeing up some special Duet and Trio kits especially for Ashbury or Quicksilver patterns. She will be offering Free Shipping if you use the code BigBadBergAlong at checkout. She will be having a few more updates as she gets the yarn available, so check out her group on Ravelry and her website for specific details.   One Twisted Tree Danie will be offering a couple of different fall themed kits for the KAL. Check out the website for more information.     Rhinebeck is October 15th and 16th, 2016. Let me know if you plan on attending!   Knitting Talkback: Festival Prep I talk about my preparations for any fiber festival, and if you have any suggestions for festival prep and especially for Rhinebeck, please share them on the episode thread.    I mentioned the booties I am ordering which can be found at the Walking Company, I ended up ordering them from Zappos.    Here are the bags I mentioned: Kavu Bag (not the exact one I have)   Pumpkin Pouch    Non-Knitting Segments   Under Pressure   Pressure Cooker Beef Barbacoa   Love it or Leave it Love: Modcloth   Leave: My hoarse, raspy new school year voice.    Other News and Notes Running Updates I ran my longest distance EVER 2 weeks ago: 22 Miles. My marathon is now just a month away!   Books I finished reading and/or listening to:    Crowned and Dangerous by Rhys Bowen   Still Life by Louise Penny    The Curious Charms of Arthur Pepper  by Phaedra Patrick           Currently Reading:  The Deepest Waters by Dan Walsh    A Man Called Ove by Fredrik Backman

    Thank you for tuning in to Episode 98 of the Down Cellar Studio Podcast. This week's segments included:   Off the Needles On the Needles Brainstorming From the Armchair Life in Focus KAL News Events On a Happy Note Quote of the Week   Thank you to this episode's sponsors: Daizie Knits, Plum Deluxe Tea & Media Peruana Designs   Off the Needles Amma Granny Square Top Pattern: Amma Granny Square Top by Maria Valles Hook: C 2.75 mm Yarn: Aunt Lydia’s Crochet Thread Classic 10 in a creamy vanilla color Regia Shortie Sock OMG Heel Sock Pattern US 1.5 Needles Yarn: Regia 4 Ply   A Blue Dress for Giraffe Mommy  No Pattern J Hook Lion's Brand Nature's Choice Organic Cotton (Aran weight)   On the Needles   Christmas Socks OMG Heel Sock Pattern US 1.5 Needles Yarn: Lilliput Yarns- Bumpus Hounds Colorway Love it! lime green and hunter green striped with red! super fun 2nd christmas pair i'm working on. past heel on first sock!   2016 Patriots Socks Pattern: OMG Heel Socks by Megan Williams Needles: US 1 (2.25 mm) Yarn: Knitters Brewing Company Sockaholic II in NE Patriots Tailgate Party Colorway Cast on 64 with US 1 needles- bamboo. Too big Cast on 56 with US 1- metal Thought it was too small at first. Think it may be fine. Neon Halloweeny Socks OMG Heel Sock Pattern US 1.5 Needles Yarn: Be Ewe Fibers (Etsy shop) 2 mini skeins in Harley Quinn Colorway & leftover Knit Picks Kaleidescope colorway   Started a new design project which I'll share more details on soon   Brainstorming   Rugged Ripples Blanket   Tutorial available by Very Pink       Debating the Worsted Boxy by Joji Locatelli or Sunshine Coast by Heidi Kirrmaire.   I am watching with Mae C. Jemison Worsted Merino Bamboo from Yarn Geek Fibers- lovely light gray.     From the Armchair   Della Q Hanging Circular Needle Organizer- retails for $44 US     Point/Counterpoint Volume 1 by  Mary Hull and Sarah Schira     Two new audio podcast I've been enjoying Imagined Landscapes Podcast- with Sarah & Katie Maine Yarn Podcast- Jenn and Julie Life in Focus In this episode I shared about my motivation to lose weight and some reasons why I think the Weight Watchers program has worked well for me.sed to be photography. focusing on what's important in life. If you have questions, feel free to post in the Ask Me Anything Thread. KAL News   The Big, Bad, Berg-a-long October 1st-November 15, 2016. Knit any pattern by Melanie Berg (No WIPs allowed) 7 Podcasts Participating- each will offer prizes, you are welcome to enter in each group’s thread. Knitting Butterflies, Actually Knitting, Prairie Girls Knit & Spin, In a Sknit & Commuter Knitter Podcast, Knitmore Girls We are so lucky to have the designer Melanie Berg offering our listeners a 10% discount on her patterns (self-published) starting September 15th, 2016 and ending November 2, 2016. Use the code BigBadBergAlong at checkout on Ravelry. We are also going to be working with 3 Indie Dyers for this KAL. Sun Valley Fibers: There will be Free Shipping in the US for kits and special pricing on the kits that they are making up just for this KAL. Use the code BigBadBergAlong at checkout. Lollipop Yarns:  Use the code BigBadBergAlong for free shipping until 10/1. Check out her Ravelry group where she is doing a kit giveaway. One Twisted Tree: Danie will be offering a couple of different fall themed kits for the KAL. I am planning to do the Sunwalker Shawl. with MCS from Sun Valley Fibers in Kensington Colorway. Participating in the Pigskin Party? You can double dip and this will earn you Interception points   Pigskin Party ’16 Wondering what this crazy KAL is? Check out this page which gives you the best overview with all necessary links. Check out the Rules but if you still have questions, come over to the Questions thread and ask. We’re happy to help. Put your Name on the Roster then claim your spot in the End Zone Dance Thread Continue to update this with all of the points you earn during the KAL Check out our amazing sponsors. Find the coupons here. Some of our Pro Shop Level Sponsors will be creating exclusive items for Pigskin Party participants. They may come out at different times and will likely be limited in quantities, so keep your eyes on this Exclusive Items thread in the group for all the latest news Scope out the prizes! Don’t forget to use #DCSPigskinParty2016 on Instagram so we check out what you’re doing and you can be eligible for participation prizes. Want to make sure you know the latest news about the Interceptions, swaps and other fun challenges throughout the Pigskin Party? Stay tuned to the Sidelines Games thread in the Ravelry Group. Pro Shop Sponsors Berry Colorful Yarnings Bijou Basin Ranch Daizie Knits Fair Winds Farm Fiber Nymph Dye Works Knit Life Designs Knitcircus Yarns Knits4Comfort Knitters Brewing Company Knitty Kitty Bags Lilliput Yarn Media Peruana Designs One Geek To Craft Them All Pearl and Plum Plum Deluxe Tea Prairie Bag Works Sun Valley Fibers Sunsoaked Yarns The Yarn Sellar Yarn Geek Fibers Key Details Mentioned in this Episode   Check out Sideline Games Thread Virtual Knit NIGHT and FOOTBALL Join Lisa on Google Hangout on Thursday Night September 29. We will meet online at 8:00pm eastern time. We can all chat and watch the Dolpphins vs Bengels. The best thing about the video chat is you don’t need to type. Link will be posted in the Sideline Games Thread on September 29. All you need to do is copy the link and put it in your browser. The Google Hangouts only accommodate 10 people so you may need to wait to get in. We had our first Bingo Game on Monday 9/19- winner EmilyK3661 who chose the Tumbao pattern from Media Peruana Designs Upcoming Bingo Dates-  Monday Night October 10th & Thursday Night October 27th Events Indie Untangled Trunk Show October 14, 2016 from 5p-8p at the  The Best Western Plus, 503 Washington Ave., Kingston, N.Y. New York Sheep and Wool Oct 15-16, 2015 at the Dutchess County Fairgrounds, Rhinebeck, NY On a Happy Note Custom Orthotic- seems to be working well for my heel. I won photo contest at work! Will and Aila sleepover We went to look at well, explored the woods. I fixed Will's rhino's cheek and leg Aila worked on her loom for about 6 min. Dan and I spent first half of Pats game untangling her yarn. MyaStone - Taryn was in MA for a conference and came to my local knitting group last week! It was great meeting her.   Quote of the Week “The only guarantee, ever, is that things will go wrong. The only thing we can use to mitigate this is anticipation. Because the only variable we control completely is ourselves.”  -Ryan Holiday   -----------------------------   Thank you for tuning in!   Contact Information: Ravelry: BostonJen & Down Cellar Studio Podcast Ravelry Group Twitter: Instagram & Periscope: BostonJen1 Facebook: www.facebook.com/downcellarstudio Sign up for my email newsletter to get the latest on everything happening in the Down Cellar Studio!

Thank you for tuning in to Episode 97 of the Down Cellar Studio Podcast. This week's segments included:   Off the Needles On the Needles Brainstorming From the Armchair Crafty Adventures KAL News Events On a Happy Note Quote of the Week Off the Needles Skipping Stones Hat  Pattern: Skipping Stones by Sally Cameron part of the Friendship across the Oceans collection with Clare Devine Needles: US 4 (3.5 mm) Yarn: Gale's Art Super Star DK   Misfit Socks Pattern: OMG Heel Socks by Megan Williams Needles: US 1 (2.0 mm) & US 1.5 (2.25 mm) Yarn: Mint Rain Hand Dyed Yarn- Self Striping Twist Sock in the "We're all Misfits" colorway   Scrappy Sock Yarn Preemie Hat   Pattern: Scrappy Sock Yarn Preemie Hat by Greg Cohoon (Unraveling Podcast) Yarn: Holiday Yarns- Flocksock in Peachy Keen Needles: US 3 (3.25 mm) Counts as an entry for the  PAL KAL in the Actually Knitting Podcast Group, runs until 9/15.   On the Needles   Halloween Socks 2016 Pattern: Smooth Operator Socks by Susan B Anderson Needles: US 1.5 (2.5 mm) Yarn: Regia, Arnie & Carlos Color #02459     Amma Granny Square Top Pattern: Amma Granny Square Top by Maria Valles Hook: C 2.75 mm Yarn: Aunt Lydia's Crochet Thread Classic 10 in a creamy vanilla color    Sir Dandy Cephalopod Pattern: Sir Dandy Cephalopod by Susan Claudino Needles: US 6 Yarn: Spunky Eclectic Targhee Classic in colorway: Emerald Isle Lot 1015 (195 yards)- worsted weight- greens and blues….. so oceanic.    Hot Air Balloon Socks Pattern: OMG Heel Socks by Megan Williams Needles: US 1 (2.25 mm) (Need to do this when more than 450 yards in 100 gram skein) Yarn: Andre Sue Knits (Etsy) Notes. Plan for 4 shortie socks with different heels and toes. 2016 Patriots Socks Pattern: OMG Heel Socks by Megan Williams Needles: US 1 (2.25 mm) Yarn: Knitters Brewing Company Sockaholic II in NE Patriots Tailgate Party Colorway Brainstorming I mentioned last time I'm looking for yarn for more Christmas socks. I purchased a skein from Lilliput Yarn in the Bumpus Hounds colorway and I love it!     I'm totally jonesing to cast on the Fidra Hat by Gudrun Johnston From the Armchair In this episode I reviewed the Knitters Pride Nova Platina Special Interchangeable Set. This is a set of  16 inch (40 cm) needles that retails for $64.39. It comes with needle sizes 4-10. Definitely worth checking out, but tune in to hear my review! Some new (to me) podcasts I'd recommend: Stitching the High Notes (video- on YouTube) Slow Your Home Podcast (audio podcast available on iTunes or wherever you subscribe to podcasts) Crafty Adventures I've been doing some sewing. I used the following two tutorials: Hue Loco Holiday Project Bag Tutorial Video Tutorial  Open Wide Zippered Pouch Tutorial   KAL News 12 Months to Christmas KAL 12 Months to Christmas FO Thread 12 Months to Christmas Chat Thread The Big, Bad, Berg-a-long We will start on October 1st and go through November 15, 2016. Knit any pattern by talented Melanie Berg 6 Podcasts Participating- each will offer prizes, you are welcome to enter in each group’s thread. Knitting Butterflies, Actually Knitting, Prairie Girls Knit & Spin, In a Sknit & Commuter Knitter Podcast We are so lucky to have the designer Melanie Berg offering our listeners a 10% discount on her patterns (self-published) starting September 15th, 2016 and ending November 2, 2016. Use the code BigBadBergAlong at checkout on Ravelry. We are also going to be working with 3 Indie Dyers for this KAL. Sun Valley Fibers: There will be Free Shipping in the US for kits and special pricing on the kits that they are making up just for this KAL. You can get the same kit as I am getting or as one of the other podcasters. More information is coming, but look for a special link “Big Bad Berg-Along” on their website. Use the code BigBadBergAlong at checkout. Lollipop Yarns:  On September 11 at 7pm Eastern there will be an update featuring Duet and Trio kits especially for Ashbury or Quicksilver patterns. She will be offering Free Shipping if you use the codeBigBadBergAlong at checkout. She will have these kits up for preview starting Monday September 5th, 2016 in the Lollipop Yarn Ravelry Group as well as on her website, linked above. One Twisted Tree: Danie will be offering a couple of different fall themed kits for the KAL. Check out the website for more information. I am planning to do the Sunwalker Shawl. with MCS from Sun Valley Fibers in Kensington Colorway. Participating in the Pigskin Party? You can double dip and this will earn you Interception points! Pigskin Party '16 Wondering what this crazy KAL is? Check out this page which gives you the best overview with all necessary links. Check out the Rules but if you still have questions, come over to the Questions thread and ask. We’re happy to help. Put your Name on the Roster then claim your spot in the End Zone Dance Thread Continue to update this with all of the points you earn during the KAL Check out our amazing sponsors. Find the coupons here. Some of our Pro Shop Level Sponsors will be creating exclusive items for Pigskin Party participants. They may come out at different times and will likely be limited in quantities, so keep your eyes on this Exclusive Items thread in the group for all the latest news Scope out the prizes! Don't forget to use #DCSPigskinParty2016 on Instagram so we check out what you're doing and you can be eligible for participation prizes. Want to make sure you know the latest news about the Interceptions, swaps and other fun challenges throughout the Pigskin Party? Stay tuned to the Sidelines Games thread in the Ravelry Group. Pro Shop Sponsors Berry Colorful Yarnings Bijou Basin Ranch Daizie Knits Fair Winds Farm Fiber Nymph Dye Works Knit Life Designs Knitcircus Yarns Knits4Comfort Knitters Brewing Company Knitty Kitty Bags Lilliput Yarn Media Peruana Designs One Geek To Craft Them All Pearl and Plum Plum Deluxe Tea Prairie Bag Works Sun Valley Fibers Sunsoaked Yarns The Yarn Sellar Yarn Geek Fibers Key Details Mentioned in this Episode Show Your Team Spirit Interception has been announced. Runs 9/8-9/25. Click link for details. Big Bad Berg-a-long will run as an Interception. Lots of coupon codes available! Don't miss out! Looking for Sponsor knitting patterns? Check out this bundle curated by group member roocmc On a Happy Note    Meeting group member, Mislissa (Melissa) who has been able to come to my local knitting group! Settling into fall and doing more crafting! Kiddos going back to school! Getting back to the gym and getting closer to my weight loss goal (and yes, I still eat delicious things like Chipotle!) My dear friend and college roommate, Amber learning to knit so we've been connecting over that which I've thoroughly enjoyed! I shared some funny audio from her at the end of the episode. I also talked about how I recommend this book by Susan B Anderson to help her learn to knit and she's loved it!   Quote of the Week   “By all these lovely tokens September days are here, With summer's best of weather And autumn's best of cheer.” —Helen Hunt Jackson --------------------- Thank you for tuning in!   Contact Information: Ravelry: BostonJen & Down Cellar Studio Podcast Ravelry Group Twitter: Instagram & Periscope: BostonJen1 Facebook: www.facebook.com/downcellarstudio Sign up for my email newsletter to get the latest on everything happening in the Down Cellar Studio!

Knitting Segments This episode is brought to you by Never Not Knitting and Sock Ruler!    Show-Ready Knits Zigzagular Socks by Susie White Quadruple Threat PalKal Project here with 4 podcasts represented: Prairie Girls Knit and Spin Podcast  Twist Fiber Studio and the Twisted Stitcher Podcast The Fat Squirrel Speaks Megan Williams of The Stockinette Zombies     Vanilla Socks with Scrumptious Purl Self-Striping Yarn.       Knits in Rehearsal Astonish Top by Katy Banks.  This is now in a semi-permanent time-out!   I worked a lot recently on my Sock Yarn Blanket, Memory Blanket by Georgie Nicholson   Currently working on my 2nd (or 3rd) pair of Los Monos Locos Socks by Jennifer O'Sullivan   This episode of Actually Knitting is brought to you by the Never Not Knitting online shop where you will find unusual gifts and notions for knitters such as handcarved knitting needles, specialty buttons, and stitch marker jewelry. Check out the latest offerings at nevernotknitting.com. Looking for a new project to knit? Use the coupon code PalKal2016 to receive 50% off of a pdf pattern of your choice!   Knitting News, Notes and Events PalKal2016 is Almost Over!     Rules:    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 or stitch marker 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). Spinning also counts, just make sure it’s a finished product. 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 are listed in the appropriate threads and will be listed on the podcast as well. 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! There is no minimum yardage requirement or limit to the projects you can enter. If you use more than one podcaster product/design/bag/etc on one project, you may create multiple entries for that project. For example: Knit the Zigzagular Socks by prairiegirlsusie using yarn by Oh! Loops and use a project bag by thefatsquirrel, you can enter that project into the FO thread 3 separate times, just link to each podcaster seperately in each post. 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). The same applies for stitch markers. Wips count! Just finish them between June 15 and September 15, 2016. You must be a member of the Actually Knitting Podcast Group to win. Have fun supporting a podcaster designer or yarnie! Please support as many different podcasts as you can! Please do not chatter in the non-chatter thread. It makes it more difficult to draw a winner! Use the tag PALKAL2016 here on Ravelry and #palkal2016 on Instagram. Feel free to double, triple, quadruple dip! Today I will highlight our Cameo Sponsors who are donating prizes for the KAL. For more information, check out the threads on Ravelry in the Actually Knitting Podcast Group.    Jenn Sheelan Designs and Podcast     Lilliput Yarn     One Twisted Tree/Prairie Girl Danie of the Prairie Girls Knit and Spin Podcast      The Relentless Knitting Podcast     The Twisted Stitches Podcast     Unwind Yarn Company/Dana from the Just One More Row Podcast     I am also highlighting the prizes being offered by these Top Billing Sponsors. These sponsors have donated prizes as well as coupon codes. More information about all of this can be found in the threads on the Ravelry group, but today we will focus on the prizes.    Ancient Threads Farm Etsy Shop and Website/Podcast        A skein of yarn, winner's choice.      Ann of the Carolina Fiber Girls         Copy of the Fletcher's Falling Leaves Sock Pattern       Brenda Castiel Designs        3 Patterns of winners' choice Daniela Richardson from A Coffee Fueled Life         5 Patterns from her Ravelry Store.      Janis Ficker of the Carolina Fiber Girls           Copy of her 10 Day Sweater Pattern     C.C. Almon from the Geeky Girls Knit Podcast         Copy of her ebook, Coffee with C.C.      Jennifer Lassonde of the Down Cellar Studio Podcast         Copy of one of her patterns from her Ravelry Store   Knitting Daddy Greg of the Unraveling Podcast          2 copies of his Scrappy Sock Yarn Preemie Hat   Mary of the Kino Knits Podcast          Copy of her Adrenaline Junkie Sock Pattern    Kristine Beeson of the Yarnings Podcast          Winner's Choice of pattern from her Ravelry Store     Paula of the Knitting Pipeline Podcast          5 patterns from her Ravelry store and one winner will receive a shawl quantity of yarn from Quince           and Co.    Sarah Shoo of Cultivate and Create Podcast          3 patterns from her Ravelry Shop   Susie White of the Prairie Girls Knit and Spin Podcast          Copy of one of her patterns from her Ravelry Shop   Ashley of Twist Fiber Studio and the Twisted Stitcher Podcast           Project bag of winner's choice from her Etsy Shop   Zombody Knits             A project bag from her Etsy Shop   Julia from the Whole Lotta Craft Podcast            Pattern from her Ravelry Shop for one lucky winner!       Angela from the Revelations of a Delusional Knitter Podcast             Winner's choice of a pattern from her Ravelry Store!   Steph from the Happy Buffalo Boutique           A skein of yarn, winner’s choice   Amy from the Stockinette Zombies Podcast           Winner’s choice of pattern from her Ravelry Store, some yarn from her own stash and a project bag     from the SilverShedUSA!   Anne from Wooly Wonka Fiber           As a prize, Anne is offering one lucky listener $30.00 in patterns from her Designer Store on    Ravelry. The winner will be able to pick any combination of individual patterns that suits!   Claire from New Hampshire Knits            2 balls of West Yorkshire Spinners yarn from their Country Bird collection in the Bullfinch and                             Cayenne Pepper color ways (so a patterned ball with a contrasting solid for heels etc).    Jan Hamby of the Twinset Designs Podcast           A Noste-Demi and Noste-Mini   Producing Sponsors offering Discounts:    Sock Ruler             25% off 1 regular sock ruler   Fiber to Fabric Magic              Buy 4 get one free Needle Keepers   Bijou Basin Ranch              15% discount on yarn, excluding Qiviut and Paco-Vicuna   Media Peruana Designs              25% off a pattern in her Ravelry Shop   Alana Dakos from Never Not Knitting               50% off a PDF pattern of your choice in her Ravery Shop      Infinite Twist              Free 50 gram mini skein with purchase     In addition to those mentioned above, the following are also producing sponsors of the PalKal 2016:   Knitter's Pride Fix a Stitch Eucalan Della Q Ancient Arts Fibre   Virtual Knit Night? I have scheduled one for September 6th, 2016 at 7pm Eastern time. If you are interested, here is the link to my Google Profile. Add me to your circle and then send me an email or private message telling me your email address and name so I can add you to the hangout.   Rhinebeck is October 15th and 16th, 2016. Let me know if you plan on attending!   New Knit-a-Long coming up starting October 1, 2016     The Big, Bad, Berg-a-long We will start on October 1st and go through November 15, 2016. There will be 6 podcasts participating. Any Melanie Berg patterns will be eligible for participation.    I am so excited to be collaborating with 5 of my favorite podcasts for this event!   In a Sknit  The Prairie Girls Knit and Spin Down Cellar Studio Podcast Commuter Knitter Knitting Butterflies     We are so lucky to have the designer Melanie Berg offering our listeners a 10% discount on her patterns (self-published) starting September 15th, 2016 and ending November 2, 2016. Use the code BigBadBergAlong at checkout.   We are also going to be working with 3 Indie Dyers for this KAL.   Sun Valley Fibers There will be Free Shipping in the US for kits and special pricing on the kits that they are making up just for this KAL. You can get the same kit as I am getting or as one of the other podcasters. More information is coming, but look for a special link "Big Bad Berg-Along" on their website. Use the code BigBadBergAlong at checkout.     Lollipop Yarns On September 11 at 7pm Eastern there will be an update featuring Duet and Trio kits especially for Ashbury or Quicksilver patterns. She will be offering Free Shipping if you use the code BigBadBergAlong at checkout. She will have these kits up for preview starting Monday September 5th, 2016 in the Lollipop Yarn Ravelry Group as well as on her website, linked above.   Oh! And there will be a self-striping update on Sunday September 4th at 7pm.   One Twisted Tree Danie will be offering a couple of different fall themed kits for the KAL. Check out the website for more information.     Podcast Premiere This week I talked about a new to me podcast, the Hey Sister Podcast on Youtube.   This episode of Actually Knitting is brought to you by The Sock Ruler.  "The Sock Ruler is an innovative measuring tool for sock knitters. Whether the sock is knit toe up or cuff down the ruler works equally well.  It is constructed of a heavy duty, yet flexible plastic and measures from the inside of the sock, allowing the sock to lie flat and ensure accurate measurements." Visit our website, www.sockruler.com, for more information and don’t forget to use coupon code “palkal2016” for 25% off of a regular sock ruler from now until September 15th.     Non-Knitting Segments One Pot Wonders   Vegetarian Spaghetti Squash Skillet from The Cookin' Canuck.   Love it or Leave it   Love: Healthy choices we are making at home are really starting to pay off!   Leave: I now basically work in the middle of a Construction/Destruction zone at school.      Other News and Notes   Running Updates I ran my longest distance ever this past weekend. 20 Miles! Who Am I??   Book Updates I finished reading:    Night Film by Marissa Pessl         Truly, Madly, Guilty by Liane Moriarty   The Art of Crash Landing by Melissa De Carlo   I am currently reading:  Crowned and Dangerous by Rhys Bowen Still Life by Louise Penny