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  Thank you for tuning in to Episode 103 of the Down Cellar Studio Podcast. This week's segments included:   Off the Needles On the Needles Brainstorming From the Armchair Crafty Adventures Knitting in Passing In my Travels KAL News Events Life in Focus Ask Me Anything On a Happy Note Pigskin Party KAL Quote of the Week       Thank you to this episode's show sponsors, The Yarn Sellar & Knit Life Designs     Off the Needles   Ashley's Christmas Stocking   Pattern: Christmas Stockings to Knit and Crochet by Family Circle  (originally in November 1977 magazine) Was reprinted in 90's. Hook: F (3.75 mm) Yarn: Paton's Classic Wool- Bright Red.    Booties for Emma Hook: F (3.75 mm) Yarn:  Berroco Vintage from Riley's 2015 Christmas mittens     Regia Blue Jean Socks Pattern: Spacious OMG Yarn: Regia Jean Style Color Needles: US 1.5 (2.5 mm)   Crochet Basket Basket #4  this season Black and red with sparkles Yarn: Lion Brand Wool Ease Thick and Quick No handles on this one   Wintertide Headband Hook: I (5.5mm) Pattern: Wintertide Headband by Elena Hunt (free) Yarn: Lion Brand Wool Ease Thick and Quick- charcoal gray heather Whipped up in less than an hour Found a cool black button in my stash. Super fun! Quick gift   Red Ninja, Blue Ninja & Green Ninja Yarn: Cascade 220 superwash + Loops & Thread Impeccable Hook: C (2.75 mm) No pattern   Christmas Dress and Headband for Giraffe Mommy Hook: J Yarn: cream and gold acrylic from Target No pattern (similar to the purple one she's wearing below)   Yoki the Dragon Pattern: Yoki the Dragon Amigurumi by Mariska Vos-Bolman ($5)- buy 4 get one free deal no code needed Hook: C (2.75 mm) Yarn: Knit Picks Wool of the Andes More advanced pattern- all pieces crocheted separately and added on     On the Needles   Legwarmers for Riley Yarn: Legacy Fiber Arts in the Steel Toes base. Colorway:  Sue Says So Needles: US 1.5 for ribbing and US 2 for body Pattern: None. Cast on 56 with US 1.5 needles.  Switch to US 2 after ribbing. Knit one inch then increased to 60 stitches. 16 inches long for Riley who is 8 years old.   Grammy's shawl Yarn: Ross Farm Shetland 3 ply sport Needles: US 8 Pattern: New design, half hexagon shape like My Own Backyard   Brainstorming Christmas Knitting/Crochet plans: DONE- headband for co-worker using the Wintertide Headband pattern DONE- Dragon for Will using Yoki the Dragon pattern Unicorns for Ella and Carina using Shy Little Unicorn Pattern -- got great deals on Black Friday so will save this for their birthdays, Washcloths I found 11 I made during Stash Dash Oisin needed a toy, but I found an alien I crocheted last year! Left to do: Shawl for Gram- in progress Outfits for Riley's doll (made last year) Mittens for Riley- barely started- will chat more about them next time... Aila- kitty using kitty ballerina pattern from Etsy Bella- penguin using a pattern gifted to me by Joy- Happyfox24 Nana, Kris and Megg crochet basket- may only make 1, we'll see Garret- ninjas- white one Ice cream coozie for Matt New: Triple Luxe Cowl for Gail (if don't get completely finished its ok)- recording 12/8 -- 14 days... still going to be interesting Maybe: poncho (Azel pullover by Heidi May) Anna dolla (from Kit) for Millie   KAL News   12 Months to Christmas KAL 12 Months to Christmas FO Thread 12 Months to Christmas Chat Thread over 300 entries so far! Don't forget to get in your November and December entries. Even if you haven't participated all year- doesn't matter. still have a shot to win. 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   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 RulesCheck 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 sponsorsCheck 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 Interceptions: #BigBadBergAlong has come to a close. Winners announced! Berry Colorful Yarnings Self-Striping Interception closed. Winners announced! Still running: WIPs Interception- runs through 12/31 Finish some WIPs that you started before 9/8 Rules are posted in the Chat Thread and the FO Thread. Fibernymph Dye Works Mini Skein Interception: December 1- January 15 Check out the Chat Thread & FO Thread  Announced November Interception Prizes   Events Vogue Knitting Live- NYC  January 13-15, 2017 Mini Skein Swap in the Ravelry group. Will be open until December 10th       Life in Focus In this episode I talked about managing eating well and how I find balance during the holiday season. I mentioned the most recent episode of the Happier Podcast which I found really timely (re: "Not Treating Yourself" and Planned Exceptions)         Ask Me Anything This week I answered a question from Donna (ZoSew) regarding changing yarns and colors in crochet.   Here is a helpful link I used when learning which I also discussed on Episode 74.     On a Happy Note   The first part of this audio was recorded with my 8 year old niece Riley who asked if we could record together! I managed to lose 1.4 pounds during Thanksgiving week which feels like a huge win. Part of that was exercise for sure including this beautiful walk on Thanksgiving morning. SO much fun on the dirt bikes. After Riley and I recorded I took a try! Video on Instagram. Megg, Tom, Em and Oisin stayed for dinner/Pats game. Megg kitchenered the two toes on her very first pair of socks! They came out great. Gilmore Girls reboot on Netflix! Got most of my shopping done Black Friday (with Mom!!) and Cyber Monday!  Lavash pizza with roasted tomatoes & basil and Trader Joe's cinnamon almonds. Obsessed!! Will and AIla's annual Christmas! Sleepover   Quote of the Week   "Before you call someone lazy or judge them, try to imagine their perspective, beliefs, and abilities and forget yours. That is, respond with curiosity and empathy. When you do, I predict you’ll find yourself understanding their choices. You may not like their beliefs and choices, but you’ll understand them."   -Joshua Spodek   --------------------------------------------------   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 102 of the Down Cellar Studio Podcast. This week's segments included:   Off the Needles On the Needles Brainstorming Knitting in Passing KAL News Events Contest, News & Notes Life in Focus Ask Me Anything On a Happy Note Quote of the Week   Thank you to this episode's sponsors, Knitty Kitty Bags, Plum Deluxe and Prairie Bag Works   Off the Needles Mary's Harley Socks   Pattern: OMG heel by Megan Williams Yarn: Wild Hare Fiber Studio Pinnacle Fingering in Hope Colorway Needles- US 1 (2.25mm) 56 stitches   3 baskets Pattern: Ombre Basket pattern by  Elizabeth Pardue (free crochet pattern) 1st basket 2nd basket 3rd basket On the Needles 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) Cast on initially and was knitting with the textured pattern called for. Talking too long. Beautiful texture but taking too long. The effect while beautiful wasn’t worth the effect. Ripped out after a few inches. Switched to garter stitch using increases called for. Planning to make it smaller than originally called for. Notes from this Ravelry Project Page as my guide.   Legwarmers for Riley Yarn: Legacy Fiber Arts in the Steel Toes base. Colorway:  Sue Says So Needles: US 1.5 for ribbing and US 2 for body Pattern: None. Cast on 56 with US 1.5 needles.  Switch to US 2 after ribbing. Knit one inch then increased to 60 stitches. 16 inches long for Riley who is 8 years old.   Ashley's Christmas Stocking   Pattern: Christmas Stockings to Knit and Crochet by Family Circle  (originally in November 1977 magazine) Was reprinted in 90's got off ebay. made one for my cousin's daughter in 2014 Hook: F (3.75 mm) Yarn: Paton's Classic Wool Regia Blue Jean Socks Pattern: Spacious OMG Yarn: Regia Jean Style Color Needles: US 1.5 (2.5 mm) Grammy's shawl Yarn: Ross Farm Shetland 3 ply sport Needles: US 8 Pattern: New design, half hex like My Own Backyard Brainstorming   Christmas Knitting/Crochet plans: Dragon for Will using Yoki the Dragon pattern Unicorns for Ella and Carina using Shy Little Unicorn Pattern Outfits for Riley's doll (made last year) Oisin- alien or another star wars toy or two A child's poncho (Azel pullover by Heidi May) and a kitty using Small Cat Pattern A penguin using a pattern gifted to me by Happyfox24 More crochet baskets Garret requested more ninjas Anna dolla (from Kit) Some crochet washcloths Wintertide Headband pattern Crafty Adventures I'm working on my annual photo calendars from Picaboo   Knitting in Passing On this episode I shared three stories about knitting as it popped up in conversation at work, on the train, and in my car. KAL News   12 Months to Christmas KAL 12 Months to Christmas FO Thread 12 Months to Christmas Chat Thread 283 entries so far! Don't forget to get in your November and December entries. Even if you haven't participated all year- enter your gift knitting now and you'll still have a chance to win. 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 Must be cast on on/after October 1st and be finished by November 30, 2016 to count. 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 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 87 entries so far! They are BEAUTIFUL!!!! Even if you're not participating go over and check out the thread. Chatter thread has been really fun. You are all such great cheerleaders for each other. Love seeing that!   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 RulesCheck 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 sponsorsCheck 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   10/10 Bingo winner- chiromom2- pattern from Becky Kelly- chose:  Bijou Creek Cowl.   Interceptions Big Bad Berg-a-long will run as an Interception. Oct 1-Nov 30 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 WIPs Interception- runs through 12/31 Finish some WIPs that you started before 9/8 Rules are posted in the Chat Thread and the FO Thread. Please post any/all questions in the Questions Thread. Prizes * $30 gift certificate to Knitters Brewing Company * DubbleBubble Sock Kit by Knitters Brewing Company * A set of Inversibles (Bounce fingering weight base - two 200-yard skeins) from Fibernymph Dye Works * $25 Gift Certificate to Beautiful Syster (Project bag maker) on Etsy * A pattern of the winner's choice from Knit Knight Designs * A pattern of winner's choice from Brenda Castiel * A pattern of winner's choice from Wendy Gaal of Knitters Brewing Company Points- 25 points for each WIP you finish before 12/8. No yardage points, sponsor points. No other points at all. 25 max. Mini Skein Interception- sponsored by Fibernymph Dye Works Use one or more mini skeins to make a project from start to finish (adding to a cozy memories blanket won't start). Must be a new cast-on and cast off. Runs December 1- January 15th Take photo of your mini skeins before. Make project. Come chat about it here Enter to win prizes: Post mini skeins and FO photo in a post. Can enter as many times as FOs you have. 1 post per FO. Will pull for prizes. A copy of the book Mini Skein Knits and two sets of Fibernymph Dye Works minis. Nahst Designs- medium sized project back with zipper- black with plaid print. Easily fit a shawl or 2 socks. Includes notions pouch. Lilliput Yarn- skein of self striping in winner's choice of team colors (or whatever colors you like from her selection) Enter for points: in your End Zone Dance Thread 150 points for using Fibernymph Dye Works Mini Skeins (sponsor of this Interception)* 50 points for using mini skeins from any Pigskin Party ‘16 Sponsor (Pro Shop or Field Sponsor)* Plus your yardage, special teams points you’d already be eligible for. *Doesn't matter if you use one mini skein or 10, max is 150 pts for using Fibernymp and 50 points for using a Pro Shop or Field Sponsor yarn Check the Ravelry Board- Lisa (jamlknitter) is going to start a thread announcing a Mini Skein swap. Events   Vogue Knitting Live- NYC  January 13-15, 2017   Contest, News & Notes I pulled a winner of Filament No 1 Fall 2016 ebook   Thank you for the support for my new shawl design- My Own Backyard I pulled a winner for the pattern and the gradient kit from Dragonfly Fibers.   Life in Focus  In this episode I talked about cleaning out my closet, getting rid of me old, too-large clothes and how that morphed into participating in the *minsgame. I listen to an audio podcast called the Slow Home Podcast and in the month of October they were doing a Minimalist Challenge called the Minsgame where they invite listeners to play along.     Ask Me Anything   SaraknitsKC asks: "Can you talk more about your virtual knit nights? How did you find a group? Sounds like a lot of fun!"   My groups found me. But I'd highly recommend it. We use Google Hangout- details on how to start a video chat.   On a Happy Note   Making lifetime in Weight Watchers! Cooking chili! My friend Laura came to visit last weekend. We checked out these vendors at a local craft fair (our favorites) Stir it Up Cuisine Encore Apparel-   ‘ Gilmore Girls, tacos and good friends!    Quote of the Week   Attention is the most basic form of love. By paying attention we let ourselves be touched by life, and our hearts naturally become more open and engaged. -Tara Brach       -------------------- 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 101  of the Down Cellar Studio Podcast. This week's segments included:   Off the Needles On the Needles From the Armchair Knitting in Passing In my Travels Contest, News & Notes KAL News Events On a Happy Note Quote of the Week     Thank you to this Episode's Sponsors: Lilliput Yarn, Imagined Landscapes & One Geek to Craft Them All Off the Needles   Baby Ghost Ornaments for Halloween by Josephine Wu (free) I made 2 which you can find here and here. Halloween Hipster Ghost Amigurumi (free)   Little Friendly Ghost by Emily Michelle (free)   Distinctly Batty by Karissa Cole (free)   Batty (no specific pattern followed)- details in project page   Ninja (no specific pattern followed)- details in project page. Garret- has since requested, white, green, red and blue 2 Kitties You can find my project pages here and here. For all of these stuffed animals- the eyes/noses came from 6060 on Etsy.   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 Too short. Have to rip back. Should have tried on before decreasing for toe New Design- working title is Neon Triangles Check out the details in my project page linked above. If you're interested in test knitting after this is tech edited, please reach out to me via email at downcellarstudio at gmail.com   On the Needles   Key West Socks OMG Heel Sock Pattern US 1.5 Needles Yarn: Knitterly Things Vesper Sock Spring Sonata Colorway First sock is done!   Legwarmers for Riley Yarn: Legacy Fiber Arts in the Steel Toes base. Colorway:  Sue Says So Needles: US 1.5 for ribbing and US 2 for body Pattern: None. Cast on 56 with US 1.5 needles.  Switch to US 2 after ribbing. Knit one inch then increased to 60 stitches. Planning to knit these about 15 inches long for Riley who is 8 years old.   Mary's Harley Socks   Pattern: OMG heel by Megan Williams Yarn: Wild Hare Fiber Studio Pinnacle Fingering in Hope Colorway Needles- US 1 (2.25mm)   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.   From the Armchair   I talked a bit about some of my new favorite podcasts that you may want to check out: Mekamika Shop- YouTube Podcast Hosted by Shamika. Phoebe's Fall Podcast In the Dark Podcast Accused: The Unsolved murder of Elizabeth Andes Up and Vanished     In this episode I reviewed: Filament No 1, Fall 2016 ebook   I think this is a beautiful collection and a nice value at $21 for 10 patterns. Click on the link above to see details or to get your own copy today! To be eligible to win a copy, enter in this thread in our Ravelry Group.     Knitting in Passing  In this segment, you'll hear some audio from my nieces Riley (8) and Millie (4) from a car ride to dance class the other day.   In My Travels    Dan and I traveled to Sarasota, FL for a conference I attend through work. This year I received the company's 2016 Voalte Innovation Award which was an honor. We loved Surf Shack for their delicious variety of tacos.     Contest, News and Notes   News: My Own Backyard is now available on Ravelry shawl release.     Contest:   Tune in to hear if you won a copy of the Grey Matters  ebook by Katya Frankel that I reviewed on Episode 100.     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 30, 2016 (deadline extended) 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 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   Interceptions Big Bad Berg-a-long will run as an Interception. Oct 1-Nov 30 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 I announced a new Interception- WIPs Interception. Dying to finish some WIPs that you started before 9/8 when this party started, but still want them to count for Pigskin Party 2016? Now’s the time! The WIPs Interception is finally here. Rules are posted in the Chat Thread and the FO Thread. Please post any/all questions in the Questions Thread. Prizes * $30 gift certificate to Knitters Brewing Company * DubbleBubble Sock Kit by Knitters Brewing Company * A set of Inversibles (Bounce fingering weight base - two 200-yard skeins) from Fibernymph Dye Works * $25 Gift Certificate to Beautiful Syster (Project bag maker) on Etsy * A pattern of the winner's choice from Knit Knight Designs * A pattern of winner's choice from Brenda Castiel * A pattern of winner's choice from Wendy Gaal of Knitters Brewing Company Winners: I announced the winners of the Plum Deluxe Interception and the October Huddle & Instagram Winners! Tune in to see if you won!   Events Vogue Knitting Live- NYC  January 13-15, 2017  On a Happy Note    Meeting anne at knitting group- didn't realize she lived so close. Test knit my Emelyn Mae got to see that in person. Bag sent by Beautiful Syster : looks a lot like this one 5 year journal: I selected The Happiness Project One-Sentence Journal: A Five Year Record by Gretchen Rubin Halloween! Making butternut squash soup. Comfort food without a lot of calories. Roast butternut squash, onions, carrots. Can add other veggies. Added veg stock into oven so didn't have to dirty another pan. left in oven at lowered temp. Immersion blender to blend up. 1 sp per serving (from the stock). Cousins visiting from FL   Quote of the Week Success is the ability to do what has to be done when the motivation to do it is gone. ------   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 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!