Podcasts about connecting threads

In Episode 226, Greg and Pam discuss the music scene, mental and physical health, and the Western NC devastation from Hurricane Helene. Many thanks to VascoKnits Vasco for the episode introduction! We would love to have YOU record and introduction to the show! You can find details in the Ravelry Group Pages or on our website here. Check out our group on Facebook! We would love to have you join us there. GIVEAWAY: Check out our MONTHLY giveaway just because our listeners are AWESOME! You can enter the monthly giveaway using this Google Form. SUPPORT THE SHOW KnitPicks & Crochet.com We are KnitPicks and Crochet.com (owned by KnitPicks) Affiliates! This means if you are going to shop at KnitPicks or Crochet.com, and start by clicking their names, the Unraveling Podcast will get a small commission at no extra cost to you! It's an easy way to support the podcast passively. (Note: links to specific yarns or products will appear like https://shrsl.com/3xzh0. These are correct and are custom links to track our account. They are safe!) Knitpicks Coupon Page * WeCrochet Coupon Page (Pam hasn't been able to find a page on crochet.com!) Patreon You can financially support Unraveling…a knitting podcast on Patreon! Monthly membership levels are available at Swatch ($1), Shawl ($3), and Sweater ($6) and come with rewards like early access to book club episodes, access to a quarterly Zoom call, discounts on all Knitting Daddy patterns, and holiday cards. Everything available via Patreon is extra, the show remains unchanged and free. Financial support through Patreon helps us cover expenses like web hosting, prizes, prize shipping, and equipment upgrades. NOTES Greg's Projects Greg finished his socks using the Fish Lips Kiss Heel pattern by Sox Therapist Patty-Joy White. He's using yarn from String Theory Colorworks on the Volt base in the “Diffusion” colorway. Check out his project page. Greg started a new pair of socks using the Fish Lips Kiss Heel pattern by Sox Therapist Patty-Joy White. He's using yarn from String Theory Colorworks on the Volt base in the “Muon” colorway. Check out his project page. Greg is still a little over halfway done knitting a Norwegian cowl. Check out his project page. Greg finished a test knit for Kory The Kobold, a stuffie designed by Dannie Thuen. Check out his project page. Pam's Project Pam finished a pair of Fish Lips Kiss Heel socks by Sox Therapist using Nordic Star Yarns in the colorway Unraveling …a knitting podcast and Runner Up. Pam started a pair of Fish Lips Kiss Heel socks by Sox Therapist using String Theory Yarn in the Ohm base. Pam worked on Big Sister by Hinterm Stein. She is using Harrisville Designs Nightshades. Pam worked on Easy by Martina Behm in a handspun. The yarn was spun from Anzula Yarns SW Merino/Tussah Silk Fiber (it doesn't look like they dye fiber anymore). Pam finished a Mother Bear for the Mother Bear Project. Pam finished a test crochet for AJ fromyarntostitches. The pattern is the Goodberry Cowl and she is using a soon to be released yarn from Queen City Yarn. Pam worked on the Blank Canvas Tee by Minimi Knit Design. She is using Berroco Medina. Pam didn't talk about it but she worked on a thermal stitch crochet potholder using KnitPicks Dishie. She uses these wooden rings in 35mm. Pam uses the pattern/recipe from My Crochet Space. The written directions can be found here and the Youtube tutorial can be found here. Book Club We continue the next book club book! We will be reading The Golden Thread: How Fabric Changed History by Kassia St. Clair. Share how you are will enjoy the book on social media with #UnravelingBookClub. Miscellaneous Pam talked about neurofeedback. Pam mentioned the Steve Martin and Martin Short show. Pam mentioned that the same company that owns KnitPicks and WeCrochet has a fabric company also called Connecting Threads. Pam recommended the Netflix show Kevin Can F**K Himself. Greg still loves Instant Pot Grits. He gets his grits from Old Mill Of Guilford. We mentioned several fiber festivals: SAFF, NY Sheep & Wool Festival (Rhinebeck). Greg can also be found talking about knitting and playing Dungeons & Dragons at Crits and Knits. Affiliate Link Disclousure We are a KnitPicks Affiliate! This means that if you click on a KnitPicks link or Crochet.com, or the banner ad and make a purchase, we will receive a commission at no extra cost to you. This post contains affiliate links. That means that if you click on a link to Amazon and subsequently make a purchase, we'll receive a small commission from the sale. You pay the same, and the commissions will help cover our podcasting expenses. Our opinions are always our own. 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All wisdom traditions guide us deeper into connection with nature. Angela discusses a two-part question: What are the similarities amongst healing traditions and why are we so disconnected in the West? Learn More About: Similarities amongst Ayurveda, Daoism and Traditional Chinese Medicine Parts of Western Medicine that were once holistic The purpose and pitfall of categorizing A soulcentric perspective on moving out of consumer culture Resource mentioned: Ayurveda Encompassed: Take your understanding of Ayurveda to a new level and step into a more expansive version of yourself. Gain skills to help your clients flourish. Class starts September 16th, 2024. Free 3-Part Series on Ancient Wisdom + Modern Nuance: German New Medicine, Trauma-Informed Ayurveda and Navigating the Liminal Space Join the Simple Ayurveda newsletter Book: The Journey of Soul Initiation by Bill Plotkin

Elizabeth(EM) Blake has a recently released graphic memoir called Connecting Threads: Five Siblings Lost and Found.She is one of five children who were removed from their first family over time and placed in foster care, and most were adopted when young. She didn't know until decades later that she had lived with her first mother for weeks or months. Because of closed adoptions, it took decades to connect scarce information to find her siblings. She and her siblings have Ojibwe or A-nish-i-naabe and Northern European roots. Some are enrolled tribal members, and all have Indigenous heritage. After many years, they began to find each other, one by one. Because her siblings did not grow up together, it took time to know each other, feel solid in their identity, and develop a deep sense of belonging. This happy ending came after a complicated childhood with many challenges.Website: https://www.elizabethblake.us/Music by Corey Quinn

Stories of pregnancy, birth, loss and trauma are stitched into a community quilt that celebrates honest and raw perinatal journeys. A documentary by Caroline Hillier, on Carole Rankin and Connecting Threads.

This week's After The Sermon conversation answers the question "Can hope survive in a world filled with darkness and despair?" You can check out the sermon that inspired this conversation here: https://youtu.be/W3wIkWB_i80 ------ We're so glad you found us! If you would like more information or to learn about what you watched today please fill out our connection card: https://fpclincoln.org/connect-card/ We'd be honored to help you. If you would like to contribute financially and help us create more opportunities for people to experience a life-changing relationship with God, click here: https://fpclincoln.org/give/ Subscribe to our channel for more content like this: https://www.youtube.com/@FPCLincoln/featured#firstpresbyterianchurch #suecoller #churchonline #onlinechurch Website: http://fpclincoln.org FPC Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/fpclincoln FPC Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fpclincoln/ July 23, 2023 - After The Sermon | "Connecting Threads: Finding Hope and Faith in the Unseen" | Rev. Jane Holtzclaw | First Presbyterian Church

In this podcast episode, we explore the concept of hope and faith as our connecting thread with God. Drawing from scripture and insights, we discuss the importance of embracing hope in times of darkness, nurturing our relationship with God, and understanding that God's timing may differ from our own. July 23, 2023 - "Connecting Threads: Finding Hope and Faith in the Unseen" | Rev. Jane Holtzclaw | First Presbyterian Church

Summer knitting has arrived in the Pacific Northwest! In this episode, Stacey and Lee discuss their summer crafting, contemplate cotton knits, and talk about wearing knits on the Oregon coast.    Stacey and Lee also share their Game Day KAL progress, and Lee tells the story of an unfortunate set-back involving her cat, Karl. Next, Producer Andi joins in the conversation to talk about methods of joining new balls of yarn as everyone progresses on their cardigans.   Later, Stacey and Lee answer your questions! Topics include, cable lengths for magic loop, how to undo knitting, weaving in ends, and more. You can send questions to be answered on future episodes to podcast@knitpicks.com.   Game Day Cardigan KAL  Breezy Book Breezy eBook  Equinox Book  Equinox eBook  CotLin yarn  Comfy yarns  LB Pullover sewing pattern  Lee's Rainbow Top  Lenox Shirtdress sewing pattern Concord T-Shirt sewing pattern  Connecting Threads fabric  Karl the cat  Russian Join on the Learning Center  Swifts & Ball Winder  Guide to Winding Yarn  How to Wind a Center Pull Ball by Hand  High Desert yarns  Tutorials for using lifelines  How to Fix Dropped Stitches  How to Fix Split Stitches  Magic Loop Tutorial  Video: How to Weave in Slippery Yarn Ends  Hue Shift Afghan pattern    00:02 Welcome to the Knit Picks Podcast! 00:26 What Lee has been crafting this summer 02:45 What Stacey has been crafting this summer 04:53 Lee's unfortunate incident with her cat, Stacey's knitting-heavy coast trip & their Game Day progress 08:53 Working Game Day's stripes & debating cutting vs. carrying the contrast color 11:05 Methods for adding a new ball of the main color 17:50 Answering listener questions & where to send more questions 18:43 Are ball winders & swifts worth the cost? 21:22 Why do we not ball yarn in advance? 24:13 How do I stop my stockinette from curling? 28:30 How do I undo my knitting? 36:32 What length of needle do I need for magic loop? 39:20 What does weaving in ends mean? 44:20 Credits

Kris Driessen of Phoebe Moon Designs is a quilter who travels by RV. She specializes in printable quilt patterns, tutorials, and quilt mysteries. Kris has had the honor of designing for Connecting Threads, Northcott, and Banyan Batiks.  She also has the privilege of her patterns being commercially distributed through Brewers Sewing and Supply.  I don't know how she does it all, but there's no denying that Kris is a knowledgeable and experienced quilter!  Here is Kris' Summer Storm Connect with Kris: Website: https://phoebemoon.com/default.htm (https://phoebemoon.com) Blog: https://scrapdash.com/ (https://scrapdash.com) Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/phoebemoondesgins/ (https://www.facebook.com/phoebemoondesgins/) Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/makebelievequilters (https://www.facebook.com/groups/makebelievequilters) Quilt Patterns at Brewer Sewing: https://www.brewersewing.com/search.aspx?ctl00$Search$SearchBox=Phoebe%20Moon (https://www.brewersewing.com/search.aspx?ctl00$Search$SearchBox=Phoebe%20Moon) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/krisdriessen/ (https://www.instagram.com/krisdriessen/) YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/Quiltbugs (https://www.youtube.com/user/Quiltbugs) Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/phoebemooncom/_saved/ (https://www.pinterest.com/phoebemooncom/_saved/)

My guest on this episode is Kate and her amazing YouTube channel is The Last Homely House.  Kate lives alone in a little cottage on a hill farm in Northumberland right at the top of England, next stop Scotland. I absolutely love Kate's YouTube Channel.  Her videos always transport me to a beautiful bucolic landscape where she shares a glimpse into her creative world with all of us.  You will see a bit of gardening, quilt piecing, knitting, paper crafts, sewing, hand quilting, cooking, baking and even chocolate making! Oh, and she is also a beekeeper - with beautifully painted bee hives (I'm not sure I am calling it the right name - but its the wooden boxes where the bees live and make honey)I hope you enjoy Kate's YouTube channel as much as I do.  Also, be sure to comment on Kate's videos and/or Instagram if you learned about her channel from the Make and Decorate Podcast :)In my chat segment, I update a bit on the progress of the deck container garden, and I review a couple of sewing products and online resource: Tulip needles; Tula Pink Stiletto; Connecting Threads online shop and catalog. They now carry Tulip needles and other Japanese sewing notions.Check out my Patreon page at https://makeanddecorate@patreon.com  There are a bunch of bonus podcast episodes to catch up on throughout the summer months.  You can find links and photos to everything we talk about on my podcast blog at  https://stephaniesochadesign.com/podcast-make-and-decorate/2020/6/10/176zf9dh57dt8k2ghmf85vgnegu5jyINSTAGRAM: @stephanie.socha.designWEBSITE: http://stephaniesochadesign.com EMAIL: info@makeanddecorate.comYOUTUBE: Stephanie Socha DesignSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/makeanddecorate)

This episode I am joined by the author of Elves, Witches & Gods, Cat Heath! We talk about her background and her various interests in the fields of Heathenry and Magic!   Cat's Website: www.Seohelrune.com Elves, Witches & Gods: https://tinyurl.com/tm6cpwac     Articles and Books (In alphabetical order by title)   A Practical Heathen's Guide to Asatru: https://tinyurl.com/7tfvrwnf “Connecting Threads”: https://tinyurl.com/52fuscaz “Heathen Soul Lore”: https://heathensoullore.net/ Loki and Sigyn: https://tinyurl.com/vpb3jh95 Long Branches: Runes of the Younger Futhark: https://tinyurl.com/b8dmubrp Pantheon: The Norse: https://tinyurl.com/c9wrn8bn The Troth: https://thetroth.org/   Esoteric Book Club can be found on: Facebook: @esotericbookclub Instagram: esotericbookclub Web: www.esotericbookclub.org Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/Esotericbookclub

Kate is a long time crafter, mom, and as of today, former Connecting Threads podcast host. Now that her first project is lovingly on display in her craft space,  she must bid you all adieu as she prepares to mosey on down the quilted road. But before she goes, she managed to sneak in one last chat with her good friends over at Connecting Threads. On this episode of the Connecting Threads Podcast, we discuss the next step for Kate in her quilting journey as well a little holiday gift talk. First up, Kris and Kate catch up on making each other laugh while chatting about what comes next for a new quilter. Next Judy and Kris chat about gifts to make this holiday season and also answer the age-old question, "What kind of gifts DO you give other quilters in your life?" Treat yourself to a nice big mug of hot cocoa, grab your needle and thread, and listen in as we delve deep into all things quilting. Enjoy! Mentioned in This Episode:Kate's Quilt Pattern Pre-Cuts Sewing Gifts  Quilting Kits  Fabric Dive Tumbler  How I Roll Tumbler  Creative Grid Face Mask Template  Timestamps:0:00 Kate's introduction 1:08 Kate talks with Kris 23:39 Kris talks with Judy 34:31 Credits 

Kate is a long time crafter, mom, and lover of all things pumpkin flavored. Kate also has some BIG news—She finished her first quilt. She plans on riding this wave of accomplishment well into the new year, while also setting her sights on her next project—definitely something with flying geese. In the meantime, Kate is spending her time chatting it up with the pros about all of some quilt-related queries, in the hopes of gleaning all the crafty knowledge that she can. On this episode of the Connecting Threads Podcast, we're talking about sewing machines. First up Kris and Judy give us a crash course on everything we need to know about shopping for machines. They also share some of their favorite models, features and accessories.  Next Elise and Kate chat about how to troubleshoot problems that may come up with your sewing machine. If you're like Kate and grumble at the notion of reading manuals, you'll want to listen in as Elise goes over the most common troubleshooting issues. But also, don't be like Kate—read your manual. So grab your autumnal flavored hot drink, your needle and thread, and listen in as we delve deep into all things sewing machines. Enjoy! Mentioned in this Episode:Connecting Threads Sewing Machines  Handi Quilter Longarm Machines  Thread Stand  Connecting Threads thread  Superior Threads thread  Superior Thread's King Tut  Cleaning Kit  Timestamps:0:00 Introduction 1:25 Kris and Judy talk about sewing machines 19:03 Meet the Team - Sarah 20:03 Kate and Elise talk about troubleshooting sewing machine issues 41:10 Credits

Whether you're brand new to crochet or have been doing it for decades, questions about a pattern, yarn or technique can come up. In this episode of the WeCrochet Podcast, we added an extra person to our team and we answer some your most important crochet inquiries. First, meet Katelyn, our new Outreach Coordinator (what does that job title mean? Katelyn does just about everything associated with our crochet patterns)! Heather throws her into the deep end with some questions as part of Meet the Team: Lightning Edition. Next, don't miss our 12 Weeks of Gifting: We're giving away a free crochet pattern every week until mid-December, to help get you ready for gift-giving season. Find out how to get these patterns! Finally, Sara, Heather, and Katelyn put their heads together to tackle your crochet-related Frequently Asked Questions. Does this stitch have a name? Does Right Side / Wrong Side really matter? Is hook size important? We'll give answers, opinions (both informed and un-informed), and maybe we'll all learn a thing or two. Mentioned in this Episode: Hawthorne Yarn Palette Yarn WeCrochet Magazine Issue 2 12 Weeks of Gifting  Foundation Stitches Guide to hooks  Meet the team Katelyn  Extended single crochet in best stitches for tapestry crochet  Podcast episode about gauge  Foundation stitches tutorials  How to get a straight edge in Crochet  Joining yarn: Knit Picks video  Russian join  Felted join  The Hook Nook Ends Weaver tool  Magic circle video tutorial  Stitch Fiddle  Stitch Works Software   Making charts with spreadsheet blog post  Right Side/Wrong Side stitch marker  Get a Knit Picks catalog  Connecting Threads catalog  Episode 16: The Art & Business of Crochet Ashley Stallsworth of A Crafty Concept site  Episode 19: Crochet Self-Care  Timestamps: 0:00 The Introduction 3:06 Meet Katelyn! 10:33 12 Weeks of Gifting 11:34 Frequently Asked Questions 46:32 Credits      

On this episode of the Connecting Threads Podcast, we're looking behind the scenes to see what's new at Connecting Threads. First we hear from Kris who's telling all about batik fabric production and what makes batik's special.  Next Marketing Director Jennifer Fish is going to help answer some common questions that people ask about us and our website, like "What's the Design Table?" and "What comes in a quilt kit?"  Mentioned in this episode: Batiks at Connecting Threads Request a catalog Quilting Kits Timestamps: 0:00 Introduction 0:52 Kris and Kate talk Batiks 13:44 Meet the Team - Kris 15:18 Jennifer and Kate chat about features of the Connecting Threads shopping experience 25:28 Credits

On this episode of the Connecting Threads Podcast, Kate is asking some questions and getting some answers. There are some things that have come up for her that has prevented her from moving forward with her quilt and there are some questions from the Connecting Threads community that Elise and Patrice help answer. From basting and fibers, come learn with Kate. First up Kate and Elise check in about what they've been working on. Both of them have been working on sewing masks and they are also both working on quilts. Kate asks Elise her big question, "I have the top of my quilt, what do I do next?". Elise gives her personal advice about batting, binding and quilting to walking foots, different types of basting to needles to batting, and more. Elise tells it all.  Next we meet Chamisa a Textile Designer at Connecting Threads.  Then Patrice answers some questions that are commonly asked the Connecting Threads Customer Service team, like "What thread count is your fabric"; "Where is your fabric made"; "How do I calculate how much standard width fabric I need to back a quilt?" and more. Patrice also offers up a sneak peek or "spoiler alert" for something coming up for our Connecting Threads Customers.    Mentioned in this episode: Kate's quilt Walk by by Jacquie Gering 505 Temporary Adhesive for Fabric    Quilting needles  Shop all batting 80/20 batting  Blacking batting  About Our fabric  Timestamps:0:00 Kate's introduction 0:37 Kate and Elise chat about what are the next steps in Kate's quilt 19:12 Meeting Chamisa 20:56 Patrice and Kate check in and answer some questions about fabric 35:12 credits

I hope you're being safe out there!!  Here's the latest from me! I think this is embedding weird - you can follow this link to listen if its not working on the webisite: https://archive.org/details/skeinenable-ep-106Warning: The pattern links go to Ravelry pages.  Please do not follow the links if Ravelry is harmful to you at the moment! What I've Finished:Jill knit up baby hat using the Baker Jo (little) pattern by Jessika Ambada out of Fil&Tropia Wise Fox Stellina yarn held double and Forbidden Fiber Co Pride in Mist.  She finished up the quilting on her baby quilt using the pattern Frolic Quilt by Cluck Cluck Sew in a kit from Connecting Threads.  She sewed up another Connecting Threads kit, this one put together by Shannon Fabrics for the My Bubba giraffe playmat.  She also finished spinning 4oz of Goodie Supply Co. 80/20 S. American Wool/Viscose in Naked Bubblegum.  She got only about 254 yards of a bouncy fingering weight yarn.  Her Rav page here.My Current Fix:For the rest of Tour de Fleece, Jill has been working on 100% Superfine Merino from Greenwood Fiberworks in a "Camo" OOAK colorway.  Her Rav page here.  She's continuing with her long term project, the Fox Paws by Xandy Peters out of Knit Picks Palette.  She's plugging away at her crochet baby blanket, Compass by Buttonnose Crochet out of Lion Brand Mandala yarn in Pixie.  She's also started a Purl Soho Garter Ear Flap Hat in a baby size using Gnarled Paw Proper DK in the Mexican Blue Wing Butterfly colorway to match Lucas's hat.What I'm Jonesing for:Jill received the Fingering Entrechat pattern by Frogginette/Lisa Chemery from Kiyoko from her knitting guild.  She likes the newborn hat Pirouette Beanie by Fiona Oliver.  She also likes the adult Momentum Beanie by Benjamin Matthews.  She loves the pattern and concept for the emPower People cowl/kerchief by Casapinka.  More about the emPower project here.  Jill's into the cropped tee Tin Roof by Yamagara.  Although she hates seagulls, she likes the Albatross pattern by Rachel Borello Carroll.Uppers, Downers and Miscellaneous Links:13 Reasons Why - Season 3 on NetflixPose - Season 1 on NetflixPerry Mason on HBOHouse Seasons 3 & 4 on AmazonTwins (1988)Mid90s (2018)

On this episode of the Connecting Threads Podcast, Kate is taking a break from talking about her quilt to learn more about Block of the Month. Kate checks in with Kris and learns more about what even is a "Block of the Month" and learns more about quilting subscriptions. Later we hear from the designer of the Connecting Threads July Block of the Month, Kristin Gassaway, interviewed by Judy Reed.   Annabelle is a 9-month Block of the Month that begins shipping in August 2020. Each month Connecting Threads will ship you everything you need to make a portion of the quilt. Subscribers will have access to a special Facebook Group where they can connect with other Block of the Month Quilters and share their progress along the way. Block of the Month is not only a subscription service but it is a club and it's a community. There are many benefits of doing a Block of the Month and Kris and Kate discuss some of them.   Judy and Kristin Gassaway are old friends who connect to talk about Kristin's work. She has been designing quilt patterns for 13 years and she now has over 200 patterns under her belt and hers are some of the most popular Connecting Threads have carried. Kristin discusses her somewhat reluctant journey into sewing and quilting as well as how she became a designer. Kristin wanted this quilt, the Annabelle quilt, to have a cheerful, vintage farmhouse vibe. It has all of the things she loves: star blocks, floral, and gingham prints, and checked border.  We would love to hear from you! Do you have a question? Do you have favorite tools or advice that could help other quilters? Are you wanting some input on your quilt? Give us a call and leave us a voicemail. Call 360-334-4847. We'll be answering your quilting questions on a later podcast episode.  Mentioned in this episode:  Annabelle Block of the Month Annie's Apron Fabric Collection Kristin Gassaway's Connecting Threads designs Other Quilting Kits Timestamps:  0:00 The introduction with Kate 0:49 Kate and Kris check in about what they're up to this summer 1:39 Kate asks "What even is a Block of the Month?" 4:59 Kris talks about what's fun about a Block of the Month 10:00 Meet the Connecting Threads Team! Meet Elise, Connecting Threads Buyer 12:08 Kate's call - we'd love to hear from you! Send us your quilting questions 12:37 Judy interviews Kristin Gassaway about how she started sewing and quilting 19:10 Kristin talks about Annabelle Block of the Month 23:15 The credits

On this second episode of this season of the Connecting Threads Podcast, Kate's quilting journey takes her into the world of fabric. She chats with two of her favorite fabric experts about the right side and wrong side of the fabric design & production process. Listen in as both Kris and Patrice share a little insight into the thought and care that goes into making all of those beautiful cotton fabrics you know and love. This is the ultimate peek behind the scenes of the fabric happenings at Connecting Threads.  First after a quick update on Kate's quilt, Kate and Kris do a deep dive into fabric production. Why don't two cotton quilting fabrics feel the same? Quilting cottons are the sum of several components and the quality of the individual components is what makes the end product special, Kris explains. To really understand, you have to start back with the cotton plant. For example the longer the staple, or the fiber, of cotton, the softer and smoother that fabric will be. We take the cotton and then we make a base cloth, or grey goods, and then print the design. Kris demystifies the reactive process and pigment process of printing We meet Judy Reed, the Connecting Threads Outreach Director.  Next Kate talks to Patrice about fabric design and gets her advice about how to pair fabrics together. Patrice guides Kate through some of the fabric-specific terms that have come up like" ditsy", "focal fabric" and "tonal". Pairing fabrics is personal but Patrice does offer some direction to help Kate's "part time Type A" brain. Similar to parents not having a favorite child, Patrice doesn't have a favorite fabric collection but does share one that is fresh in her mind. Listen to find out more.  Mentioned in this episode:  About out Fabric Jelly Roll Joyride  Ditsy Quilting Kits Fabric Collections Timestamps:  0:00 The introduction with Kate 0:45 Kris and Kate check in (small talk) 1:58 Kate's quilt status update 5:30 Introduction to segment 1 main topic - Fabric Production 8:26 Basics of Textile Production 24:20 Meet Judy, the Connecting Threads Outreach Director  26:43 Kate and Patrice check in (small talk) 27:32 Kate asks "how do you pair fabrics together?"  29:07 Patrice backs up and starts with some terminology  29:44 "What is a ditsy print?" Patrice defines ditsy print 31:07 Focal fabric defined 31:54 Pairing fabrics together discussion 38:55 Definitions of other fabric types 45:45 Patrice's pick of fabric collection 52:00 Credits

This is the Season 2 Finale episode! My guest on this episode is Kate and her amazing YouTube channel is The Last Homely House. Kate lives alone in a little cottage on a hill farm in Northumberland right at the top of England, next stop Scotland. But is she really alone? There are four cats, fifteen hens, Eileen the very bad goose, thousands of bees, so no, not quite so alone after all. Then there is the huge unruly garden. She retired from a career as a midwife and became immersed in all of this and found her passion for making things ..... fabric, wool, paper .... Kate has a real curiosity for how things are made. And she likes to share all of this on her YouTube channel, The Last Homely House and with her Patrons too.In my chat segment, I update a bit on the progress of the deck container garden, and I review a couple of sewing products and online resource: Tulip needles; Tula Pink Stiletto; Connecting Threads online shop and catalog. They now carry Tulip needles and other Japanese sewing notions.Check out my Patreon page at https://makeanddecorate@patreon.com There are a bunch of bonus podcast episodes to catch up on throughout the summer months. You can find links and photos to everything we talk about on my podcast blog at https://stephaniesochadesign.com/podcast-make-and-decorate My instagram: @stephanie.socha.designWebsite: http://stephaniesochadesign.come-mail: info@makeanddecorate.comSupport the show (https://stephaniesochadesign.com/podcast-make-and-decorate)

Stay safe out there! Anti-racism resources: https://www.rachelricketts.com/antiracism-resourcesGood list of organizations to donate to, to support Black Lives Matter causes. What I've Finished:Jill spun up her Mork Made Fiber Co batt.  It's a 2-ply, 4.6oz, 246 yards.My Current Fix:Jill just needs some finishing touches before completing her Dash Away Reindeer by Sara Elizabeth Kellner out of Knit Picks Wool of the Andes in Briar Heather.  She's pulled out her WIP of Fox Paws by Xandy Peters using five colors of Knit Picks Palette.  Her Rav page here.  She's halfway done already with her Soldotna Crop by Caitlin Hunter using Malabrigo Rios in Blue Jeans, Sandbank, Valentina and Magenta.  She used WoollyBear99's modifications for a looser neckline.  She's been spinning some Naked Bubblegum colorway 80/20 South American Wool/Viscose fiber from Goodie Supply Company.  She also started the Frolic Quilt pattern by Cluck Cluck Sew using a kit from Connecting Threads that has Cluck Cluck Sew designed fabrics.What I'm Jonesing For:Jill likes the Pupu scrunchie pattern by Sari Nordlund despite all her scrunchie hatred.  She likes the From Where You Were Plucked newborn hat by Corrie Willard.  She's been looking at baby mobiles, including Monster Mobile by Rebecca Danger, Hot Air Balloons Mobile by Doreen Blask and Hot Air Balloon Baby Mobile by Tatyana Korobkova.  She also likes the pullover Windkissed by Tif Neilan.Re-Ups:Holstgarn Coast and SupersoftUppers and Downers:King Arthur Flour Hot Buttered Soft Pretzels recipe.The Lovebirds (2020) - not originally produced for Netflix, but released there.Total Recall (1990)Dogtown and Z-Boys (2001)Gulp: Adventures on the Alimentary Canal by Mary Roach

The Connecting Threads Podcast is back! This season we follow Kate, a mom, serial organizer, and all-around podcast enthusiast, as she embarks on a quest to become a quilter.  Kate comes from a long line of quilters whose roots originate in the midwest and predate the Depression era. She's drawn to quilting because she's drawn to things that bring comfort, and also has a desire to connect with her family's past traditions and craftsmanship.   First Kate sits down with Kris, Brand Director of Connecting Threads, quilter and everyone's friend in crafting. Learning to quilt in the digital age where there is an abundance of information available just a click away can be somewhat overwhelming. Kris offers up some tips from what kind of project to start with to what kind of tools will help make things easier. Her big piece of advice - Relax and have fun making a quilt.  Kris's tips:  Find a simple beginner pattern Pick fabric that you love Make sure your tools work and are in a good enough shape to do what they are intended to do Seam rippers exist for a reason, feel free to use them Use Elizabeth Zimmerman's Galloping Horse test - imagine you're riding on a galloping horse looking at your quilt - if you can't see a mistake upon a galloping horse, then don't worry about it.  This season on the CTP we will be hearing from different members of the Connecting Threads team. On this episode we hear from Patrice our Senior Textile Designer. Next Kate and Elise talk about the feelings that come up when starting a new craft like quilting. Learning a new skill isn't easy. Elise has been sewing since she was 5 years old and she tells Kate the secrets to helping ease into it. "You need to start off with the mindset of quilting as an art and you are an artist. No artist starts off making masterpieces. You need to accept that the first few things you make aren't going to be as pretty as you want them to be, but you can never get better without trying."  Elise recommends that new quilters join a guild and find community.  Products Mentioned in this Episode: Jelly Roll pre-cuts  Half Square Triangles   Connecting Threads Beginner and Easy quilt kits  Jelly Roll Joyride  Rotary cutter  Self Healing mat  Timestamps0:00 Introduction with Kate 1:11 Kris give Kate tips for starting her first quilt 24:38 Meet Patrice, Senior Textile Designer 25:34 - Kate and Elise talk feelings about being a new quilter 35:35 - Credits

I'm having trouble embedding the audio.  You can find it at archive.org here.Jill has been super busy, but finally was able to find time to check in with you guys!  Happy December everyone!What I've Finished:She got some additional Jen Goodie fiber to finish off her Myndie shawl by Ambah O'Brien.  Her Rav page here.  She made another set of reuseable makeup removers out of a Jenni Calo alligator flannel from Connecting Threads.  She also made a Gnome de Plume by Sarah Schira using a mini from Dyed by Hand Yarns Tough Sock in Silver Screen.  She also used some Berroco Sox leftovers and Malabrigo Sock in some green.  Her Rav page here.  This is her first project for the Indie Designer Giftalong.My Current Fix:Jill was making good progress on her Ondawa by Michele Wang in Malabrigo Rios in Purpuras but put it aside for giftalong projects.  She also started a Framework Bralette by Jessie Mae Martinson in some Capistrano Fiber Arts handspun.  She started a pair of Trap-a-Zoid socks by Sarah Jordan using Koigu leftovers.  She's working on a pair of Nara fingerless mittens by Wondrlanding using Malabrigo Finito in the Chispas colorway.  She's also crocheting the Totum Tee by NomadStitches in Knit Picks Comfy Fingering in the Hollyberry colorway.What I'm Jonesing For:Jill likes the My Cowl Canvas by Carolyn Bloom.  She has some favorite holiday patterns, including the Frostvale Snowflake by Julia Hart, Winter Folk Friends by Esther Braithwaite and Dash Away Reindeer by Sara Elizabeth Kellner.  Her new favorite crochet patterns are Maraska by Elena Fedotna and It Calls Me by Lily Go.  She loves the colorwork Wilkhaven Sweater by Emily K. Williams, the by coat Amalia by Felipa Carneiro and the interestingly constructed By the Campfire by Rachel Illsley.  She also loves the Shik'is Headband by Jennifer Berg.Re-Ups:Dye Lots StudioBirdie Parker DesignsThe Royal BeePam Powers KnitsWildfiber StudioLatifah Saafir StudiosLady Dye Yarns - 19th AmendmentCompatto Yarn SalonTale Spun YarnsKnitted WitUppers, Downers and Miscellaneous:The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks by Rebecca SklootWatchmen on HBOThe Righteous Gemstones on HBOTerrace House on NetflixFour and Twenty Blackbirds pie cookbook

Welcome to episode 11, here on the Connecting Threads Podcast.  There's nothing better than getting a crisp, new Connecting Threads catalog (or should I say magazine?) in the mail. New fabrics, fun kits, and fabulous accessories await in every issue. Today, Kris and Patrice wax poetic about their favorite kits and take us behind the scenes as we hear the ins and outs of the design process for the new fabric collections. Patrice has worked long and hard to bring these prints to fruition and can't wait to share them with you. Follow along as we turn our catalog pages or if you don't already subscribe to our mailing list, hop on over here in time for the next mailing.

At least once a year, typically towards the end or, rather the beginning, it's a great idea to come together to take stock, celebrate achievements, and refocus on what's really important. Today, Kris and Alison sit down to talk about Connecting Threads, the company, and brand you've known and loved for so many years. We hear about our humble beginnings and get a sneak peek into what we're most excited about in the coming year. (starts at: 54) Next, we take a moment to think about and share our New Years crafting resolutions. No surprises, a common theme is destashing, taking more time to quilt along with some fun surprises and lofty goals. (starts at 7:15)

Welcome to episode 7 here on the Connecting Threads podcast! Join us as we wrestle with the all-important topic of gift sewing. Not only is it a timely topic (hello NOVEMBER!), it's also at the heart of our beloved craft. Quilts, since time immemorial, have been made with love to be gifted to those closes to us. Every stitch represents thought, care and well wishes to the recipient and forms a physical representation of all the love in our hearts. Karen, our catalog director, joins Hannah in the studio to talk about her favorite tips and tricks for gifting quilts. From fabric selection to pattern choice, every step adds up to the perfect present for everyone on your list. Next, Judy shares her favorite projects for quick gifts, just in time for the 2018 holiday season!

Welcome to episode 6 here on the Connecting Threads podcast! First up, Kris and our fantastic educator, Barb Tatera discuss the ins-and-outs of thread selection. Our quilts are only as good as the materials we use, and choosing the right thread for both piecing and quilting is step one to a project that will last for years to come. Learn about thread choice, color selection and everything in between as these quilting pros put their heads together. (Starts at :46) Next, Kris and Patrice talk about the upcoming Quilt Festival in Houston. Last year was our first year attending with a booth and, since then, we've been counting the days until we're back. Look out Houston, here we come! (Starts at 16:31) Happy quilting!

In Episode One - Behind the Scenes, Fabric Edition you'll get to know our director Kris as she describes working for Connecting Threads and her passion for quilting. From quilt mentors to our fabric development process, Kris shares her enthusiasm for all things quilting. In Episode One - Behind the Scenes, Fabric Edition you'll get to know our director Kris as she describes her role in our company and her passion for quilting. From quilt mentors to our fabric development process, Kris shares her enthusiasm and deep knowledge for the quilting industry. In our second segment, Chamisa and Patrice describe the design process behind our exclusive fabric collections! With new fabric collections launching every six weeks, our in-house designers have fine-tuned their processes. If you've ever wondered about how a fabric collection is made, listen in! Find helpful images and links to everything mentioned in this episode at Notions: The Connecting Threads Blog.

 Ruth Zahler started Connecting Threads Inc in November 1998, serving interior designers in the Twin Cities area of Minnesota. In 2008 the business went through substantial growth and thus creating the need for her husband Dan to join her in the business. This growth came about when they decided to venture into bringing commercial fabrication to the business. Ruth and Dan have been serving design firms that design interiors for senior living facilities. Creating custom window treatments and more for senior facilities all over the country. Servicing projects that were in North Dakota, South Dakota, Iowa, Nebraska, Wisconsin, Illinois, Michigan, Tennessee and their home-based state of Minnesota. Connecting Threads has been featured in Vision Magazine WFV-Sep/Oct 2011 for an article on Color Blocking using programs like Minutes Matter and Dream Draper. And, featured in Vision Magazine as fabricator for Draped in Luxury in October of 2008. Ruth is active in the industry as being a current member of WCAA Virtual Chapter, previously serving as Vice President and Treasure of the Chapter. We talked about; Eat That Frog by Brian Tracy    How to leave an iTunes rating or review for a podcast from your iPhone or iPad Launch Apple's Podcast app. Tap the Search tab. Enter the name of the podcast you want to rate or review. Tap the blue Search key at the bottom right. Tap the album art for the podcast. Tap the Reviews tab. Tap Write a Review at the bottom. Enter your iTunes password to login. Tap the Stars to leave a rating. Enter title text and content to leave a review. I'll leave instructions for Android next week.

As part of my continuing series with the designers of the Mighty Lucky Quilting Club, today's guest is Amanda Jean Nyberg. Also known as Crazy Mom Quilts, Amanda is hands down one of the queens of scraps. She is a pattern designer, has a fabric collection called Good Neighbors with Connecting Threads, co-wrote Sunday Morning Quilts and is a wife and mother. For this month, she is teaching color for her design challenge. During our podcast, we talk about her scrap collection, designing fabric and the importance of good friends. I hope you enjoy the episode. 

Kelley talks with Knit Picks designer Kerin about tricks and techniques for knitting toys, then brings in Judy from Connecting Threads for tips on stuffing.