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Thank you for joining us for Episode 170 of Just One More Row, hosted by danaofunwind and special guest theprojectbag! 6 in 19’s March/April period is sponsored by Jenn Sheelen! Underway: Dana: Changing Staircases, Summer Light Tee, Shop Swatch Blanket #2, Pauwlonia Porom Tiffany: NICU Noggins, UYC Biggest Fan Blanket, Spring In The Smokies Socks […]

  Thank you for tuning in to Episode 128 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 Life in Focus Ask Me Anything On a Happy Note Quote of the Week Off the Needles   Simple Star Ornaments I used fingering, worsted and bulky weight yarn with varying hook sizes. Soaked finished stars quickly in water. Squeeze out excess water.  Used T pins to pin into blocking board (covered in saran wrap to protect it. Dabbed on Mod Podge Stiffy with a foam brush and wiped into front and back.   Groot Yarn: Loops & Threads Impeccable Hook: D 3.25 mm Pattern: Groot Amigurumi by Clare Heesh (free crochet)   Red Ninja II Yarn: Cascade 220 Superwash- Red Hook: C: Pattern: none   You've Been Elf'ed Socks Yarn: Cozy Knitter Bliss Base (80% SW Merino, 20% Nylon) You've been Elfed Colorway. Pattern: OMG Heel by Megan Williams Needles: US 1.5 (2.5 mm)   Encore Turn a Square Yarn: Plymouth Encore Tweed Colorway 0217- Black with tan flecks Needles: US 5 + US 7 Pattern: Turn a Square Hat (free) by Jared Flood Cast on 92- thicker yarn 6 1/2 inches before decreases but I think that was too short. My gut told me 7 inches but the only notes in my Rav Project pages said 6.. now I know.   On the Needles   Zombie Christmas Socks Yarn:  Dyenamics Yarn Supersock Fingering in Zombie Colorway - gray base with darker gray (some blue tones) blips of red and green Needles: US 1.5 Pattern: OMG Heel   Sugar Plum Fairy Socks Yarn: Socks that Rock Lightweight in the Sugar Plum Fairy Dust Colorway Needles: US 1.5 Pattern: Fish Lips Kiss Heel   Frankensock #7 Yarn: leftover bits of sock yarn joined using Cate's Clasp Weft Join Needles: US 1.5 Pattern: OMG Heel   New Design for Handspun     Ninilchik Swoncho  Pattern: Ninilchik Swoncho by Caitlin Hunter Yarn: Cloudborne DK, Fiberstory DK + Gale's Art Super Star DK Needles: US 4 & 6 Brainstorming Fingering Yarn held double for socks. Christmas yarn leftovers with white or gray Siksak Hat Baby prop- if you have any favorites please let me know! From the Armchair Done Disappeared (parody) Podcast Broadchurch available on Netflix (season 3 available now) 2017 Year in Review: I talked about how I went about it. Here's a link to 50 Important Questions to Help you Reflect Crafty Adventures   Before Christmas I spent a crafty afternoon with my best friend Kris! My Christmas making was done so I focused on finishing and getting things unstuck. Finished sewing in the ribbon to cover the steeks on my cardigan Ripped out toe on a pair of socks that I made too short. I fixed granny square jacket my mom made decades ago so my niece can wear it... Did finish a few of those crochet stars because they were fun... And Kris got some sewing done while we chatted!   KAL News   12 Months to Christmas KAL Click here to find about more about this KAL. Check out: Chat Thread & FO Thread  Prizes: Thundertwist hat from Greg Cohoon  Victorian Yuletide Ornaments- 1-5 by Jenn Sheelen   WIP’ing 2017 in the Butt Declare a WIP from the 1st Quarter of 2017 or earlier within the first 5 days of the month, posting a photo of it in the thread. Finish the project by the end of the month, update your post with your FO photo and you'll be eligible to win a Ravelry downloadable pattern of your choosing up to $8.   Pigskin Party KAL 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 where you'll track your points. Continue to update this with all of the points you earn during the KAL For every 100 points, you'll earn an entry into the drawing for the Grand Prizes Check out our amazing Sponsors; if you use their products, you'll earn more points per FO 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! Some will be given out during the KAL; some will be part of the Grand Prizes. Don’t forget to use #DCSPigskinParty17 on Instagram so we check out what you’re doing and you can be eligible for participation prizes. Wondering what this crazy KAL is? Check out this page which gives you the best overview with all necessary links. There's also a helpful "Start Here" Thread in the Ravelry Group Thank you to our Pro Shop Sponsors! Atelier De Soyun  Colorful Eclectic Daisy Girl and Company Fancy Image Yarn Fibernymph Dye Works Inner Yarn Zen Joy in Rugging Knit Style Yarns Knitted Wit Knitters Brewing Company Knitty Kitty Bags Mekamika Nekozuki Knits Plum Deluxe Tea Prairie Bag Works Queen City Yarn Sunsoaked Yarns Woodsy and Wild Yarn Love   Key Details Mentioned in this Episode: December Interception reminder: Sponsored by Fibernymph Dye Works Slay the Stash 2018 Each month you can declare a skein of yarn to knit/crochet/weave to its very end. Let’s use up those older special skeins that are soooo pretty we don’t want to touch them. In 2018, we are turning those sacred skeins into beautiful projects you can enjoy-- and maybe win a new beautiful skein of yarn from one of our sponsors along the way! Full details and rules can be found here. January Post Use and follow #slaythestash2018 on Social Media  Events 2018 Box O' Balls Round Robin Mini Swap: click the link for full details about the mini skein swap I will be attending Vogue Knitting Live NYC: January 12-14, 2018 Life in Focus Happiness Project Gave my final thoughts on the December Project. Did a 2017 Happiness Project Review. I mentioned that I recently listened to an Episode of Slow Your Home where Cait Flanders was talking about her year long spending ban. Link above if you want to check that out. I am still planning my 2018 Goals--but if you want some recommended reading in the meantime.... Gretchen Rubin Strategies for establishing habits based on your tendency David Allen: The Big Secret About Goal Setting Mike Vardy: How to Review Your Year Ask Me Anything Citric Acid Discussion continued.... Yes, citric acid is safe to use in containers you eat from. Here's an article from Livestrong Color catchers- are another great idea. I use these sometimes too! Citric acid works to set color in wool but does not work for cellulose fibers (cotton, e.g.). On a Happy Note Funky Nutcracker- my oldest niece Emelyn was Nutcracker. and she did a great job!  We ended our Crafty Afternoon with a trip to Ann Taylor loft. Kris, Aila and I got a set of 3 bracelets with our initials for free! FUN! Enchanted Village: Aila and I squeeze in a visit and got to see Santa! Riley, Garret + Millie's Christmas Sleepover I auditioned for a local production of the musical Caberet and got in. Eeek! This is me knitting to calm my nerves before auditions Christmas! Star Wars!   Quote of the Week "I just want to highlight one perspective I’ve found very useful over the years: The value of goals is not in the future they describe, but the change in perception of reality they foster, in the present." -David Allen of Getting Things Done     Bonus audio from Riley, Garret and Millie at the end. Spoiler alert- it gets especially silly at the end. It may not make a lot of sense because I started recording part way through a conversation but the kids' laughter (especially Garret's) is especially infectious and I wanted to share!   ------   For website: 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 126 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 Ask Me Anything On a Happy Note Quote of the Week   Thank you to this episode's sponsors: Queen City Yarn, Fancy Image Yarn and Prairie Bag Works     Off the Needles     Gerald Patterns used: Albert the Mouse by Bubbles and Bongo and Elephant & Piggie by Kristel Koevenig Yarn: Sprightly Worsted (from Craftsy) Hook: C   Christmas Stockings Pattern: Granny Square Christmas Stockings from Family Circle Magazine 1977 Yarn: Knit Picks Wool of the Andes in Red, Everglade Heather and White Hook: F (3.75 mm) For: Manny, Juliana and Margaux New snowman appliqué pattern   Spring Leaf Stripes Socks Yarn: Paton's Kroy Spring Leaf Stripes Colorway Needles: US 1.5 (2.5 mm) Pattern: OMG Heel by Megan Williams   Laura's Blue Socks Yarn: Mint Rain Hand Dyed Yarn in the Depths of Space Colorway Needles: US 1.5 Pattern: OMG Heel   Christmas Ribbon Socks Yarn: Sunsoaked Yarns Sock 80/20 Superwash Merino/Nylon in the Christmas Ribbon Colorway Needles: US 1.5 (2.5 mm) Pattern: Fish Lips Kiss Heel by Sox Therapist   Kylo Ren Kylo Ren pattern by Lucy Collins' Star Wars Even More Crochet Yarn: Cascade 220 Superwash Hook: C For Will   Admiral Ackbar Admiral Ackbar pattern by Lucy Collins' Star Wars Even More Crochet Yarn: Cascade 220 Superwash Hook: C For Will   Poe Dameron Poe Dameron pattern by Lucy Collins' Star Wars Even More Crochet Yarn: Cascade 220 Superwash Hook: C For Garret   BB8 Pattern: BB8 pattern by Lucy Collins' Star Wars Even More Crochet Yarn: Cascade 220 Superwash + unknown white acrylic Hook: C For: Garret   Lando Calrissian Pattern: Lando Calrissian by Lucy Collins' Star Wars Even More Crochet Yarn: Worsted/DK scraps Hook: C For Oisin   Riley's iPhone 4 Case Pattern: improvised Yarn: Worsted/DK scraps in turquoise and gray Hook: C   On the Needles   Striped Worsted Boxy Yarn: Switzer's Fiber Mill (unknown base/length skeins) Needles: US 7 & US 9 Pattern: Worsted Boxy by Joji Locatelli   Poppy Troll Hats Carina's Hat + Ella's Hat Pattern: Poppy Troll Hat by  Tawnya Myers (free crochet pattern) Hook: H Yarn: Red Heart Super Saver in 2 colors of pink: Carina: 5-10 year old child size Ella: 1-4 year old child size.       VAA Hat Pattern: Turn a Square Hat by Jared Flood Yarn: Malibrigo Rios in the VAA Colorway Needles: US 5 for brim, US 7 for body Cast on 92 stitches (less than called for). I always do stockinette longer than called for. I think 7 inches. For my boss for Christmas. He mentioned in passing he needed a hat. Not in a beggy way... can't believe I've never knit for him. Good on the go project.   Amethyst Stripes Socks Yarn: Patons Kroy Stripes in the Amethyst Stripes Colorway Pattern: OMG Heel by Megan Williams Needles: US 1.5 (2.5 mm) Realized I had socks for all my usual suspects at Christmas except my BFF. Already had the first of these done from our trip to FL so I cast on the second. Past the heel. Knit on these at Nutcracker which is special and she'll appreciate. Millie also knit on these at Thanksgiving which is fun.   Brainstorming To finish up Christmas knitting I need to finish the VAA hat and Patons Kroy socks Crochet Greedo Emelyn asked for a bunny instead of a sheep this year. This is the pattern I'm using from the 4 Seasons Easter Pattern by Lydia Tresselt. Riley asked for more clothes for her Chelsea doll I crocheted for her 2 years ago. I made her some clothes last year too. Won't likely be done by 12/1 for Knitmore Girls' Grinch along but I'll be doing it in spirit this year. My Indie GAL purchases Vanilla is the New Black Socks by Anneh Fletcher Purchased Ninilchik Swoncho Pattern by Caitlin Hunter Veronika Cardigan by Shannon Cook In My Travels I share about my adventures to Baltimore to take classes at Neighborhood Fiber Company with the incredibly talented Ann Weaver.   Some highlights!   Meeting Ann and soaking up a bit of her incredible knowledge! Nicki, Beverly and I all wore our Lush Cardigans and Electric Slide socks. So fun! Made the day seem even more special! I learned how to steek a sweater! I got to spend time with 2 of my listeners in the class. MDQuilter (Beth) and Kaikaknits2 (Kaarina). Photo of Kaarina and me in our half finished sweaters here: Lunch: Mount Vernon Marketplace Breakfast at 9a at R House with Mary (Kino Knits Designs + Podcast) and Ashley and Tara from Misadventures in Knitting Podcast Seeing Nicki's MEGAROW Shawl in person. Learning a no-sew zipper installation technique   KAL News   12 Months to Christmas KAL Click here to find about more about this KAL. Check out: Chat Thread & FO Thread  The 12 Months to Christmas KAL is a craft-a-long that helps you prepare for the busy winter holiday season. Complete gift projects each month (or just in the months that you choose) so you don’t have to scramble in December. Find some cool new gift ideas, cheer each other on, and we’ll provide some motivation in the form of the potential to win prizes! Prizes:   Thundertwist hat from Greg Cohoon  Victorian Yuletide Ornaments- 1-5 by Jenn Sheelen   WIP’ing 2017 in the Butt Declare a WIP from the 1st Quarter of 2017 or earlier within the first 5 days of the month, posting a photo of it in the thread. Finish the project by the end of the month, update your post with your FO photo and you'll be eligible to win a Ravelry downloadable pattern of your choosing up to $8.   Pigskin Party KAL Wondering what this crazy KAL is? Check out this page which gives you the best overview with all necessary links. There's also a helpful "Start Here" Thread in the Ravelry Group 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 where you'll track your points. For every 100 points, you'll earn an entry into the drawing for the Grand Prizes Continue to update this with all of the points you earn during the KAL Check out our amazing Sponsors; if you use their products, you'll earn more points per FO 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! Some will be given out during the KAL; some will be part of the Grand Prizes. Don’t forget to use #DCSPigskinParty17 on Instagram so we check out what you’re doing and you can be eligible for participation prizes.   Thank you to our Pro Shop Sponsors! Atelier De Soyun  Colorful Eclectic Daisy Girl and Company Fancy Image Yarn Fibernymph Dye Works Inner Yarn Zen Joy in Rugging Knit Style Yarns Knitted Wit Knitters Brewing Company Knitty Kitty Bags Mekamika Nekozuki Knits Plum Deluxe Tea Prairie Bag Works Queen City Yarn Sunsoaked Yarns Woodsy and Wild Yarn Love   Key Details Mentioned in this Episode: November Interception: Travel Knits for the Touchdown (get your entries in before 11/30): Sponsored by Kino Knits December Interception: Off Sides Interception Sponsored by Fibernymph Dye Works   Events The Down Cellar Studio Podcast will be kicking off a new year-long KAL for 2018. If you're a yarn dyer interested in sponsoring- click here for details!   Life in Focus Happiness Project November: Gratefulness I've left positive reviews from podcasters I enjoy. I'm working on a photo/journaling book through Picaboo   Ask Me Anything This time I answered a question from cynalune about how I got started podcasting and whether I'll make another crochet garment.   Check out my Crochet Favorites on Ravelry On a Happy Note Yarn in the mail from Anotherhornfrog! Reordered tea from Plum Deluxe! $1 cards at Trader Joe's . Did you know?! Thanksgiving + my friend Laura visiting Aila made her debut in Boston Ballet's The Nutcracker. Tune in at the end of the show for audio of she and I talking about it a few weeks ago. (Aila is the black sheep in the center of the photo) Black Friday shopping with Mom and Laura. I'm nearly done shopping! Quote of the Week   Stillness is our most intense mode of action. It is in our moments of deep quiet that is born every idea, emotion, and drive which we eventually honor with the name of action. We reach highest in mediation, and farthest in prayer. In stillness every human being is great. -Leonard Bernstein       ------   For website: 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 123 of the Down Cellar Studio Podcast. This week's segments included:     Off the Needles On the Needles Brainstorming From the Armchair Crafty Adventures In my Travels KAL News Events Life in Focus On a Happy Note Quote of the Week   Thank you to this episode's sponsors: Joy in Rugging, Woodsy and Wild. and Colorful Eclectic   Want to chat about this episode? Come chat in the Ravelry group. Link here Off the Needles   Gradient Stripes Sockhead hat  Yarn: The Periwinkle Sheep in Witch’s Cauldron Colorway and Woolbearer’s Gradient Set in Magenta (leftovers from my new crescent shawl). Needles: US 2 (2.75mm) and US 3 (3.25mm) Pattern: Sockhead Slouch Hat by Kelly McClure On the Needles   Amethyst Stripes Socks Yarn: Paton’s Kroy Stripes in Amethyst Stripes Colorway Needles: US 1.5 (2.5 mm) Pattern: OMG Heel Pattern   Sugar Plum Fairy Dust Socks Yarn: Socks that Rock Lightweight in the Sugar Plum Fairy Dust Colorway Needles: US 1.5 (2.5 mm) Pattern: FLK Heel   Christmas Stockings: 3 more under way. Pattern: Granny Square Christmas Stockings from Family Circle Magazine 1977 Yarn: Knit Picks Wool of the Andes in Red, Everglade Heather and White Hook: F (3.75 mm)   Scrappy Halloweeny Socks Yarn: Leftovers of black, white, gray, orange, yellow, tan Needles: US 1.5 (2.5 mm) Pattern: OMG Heel by Megan Williams   Knitting on a new 3 color shawl design and swatched another idea!   Brainstorming Aila is going to be a lamb in Nutcracker. Ornament keepsake. Suggestions? Millie wants pig and elephant from Piggy and Gerald- crochet pattern suggestions? From the Armchair Last episode I asked about ideas on doing a contrast color for a Fish Lips Kiss heel. Thanks Teena for telling me about this post in which the designer answers the question. Seems really simple. Crafty Adventures  Mom, Megg, Emelyn and I made progress on Emelyn's epic Marie Antoinette costume for Halloween. In My Travels Dan and I visited with family in Largo, FL. I also visited these yarn shops: Stash, St. Petersburg A Good Yarn, Sarasota. KAL News   12 Months to Christmas KAL Click here to find about more about this KAL. Check out: Chat Thread & FO Thread  The 12 Months to Christmas KAL is a craft-a-long that helps you prepare for the busy winter holiday season. Complete gift projects each month (or just in the months that you choose) so you don’t have to scramble in December. Find some cool new gift ideas, cheer each other on, and we’ll provide some motivation in the form of the potential to win prizes! Prizes you could win: Thundertwist hat from Greg Cohoon & Victorian Yuletide Ornaments- 1-5 by Jenn Sheelen     WIP’ing 2017 in the Butt Declare a WIP from the 1st Quarter of 2017 or earlier within the first 5 days of the month, posting a photo of it in the thread. Finish the project by the end of the month, update your post with your FO photo and you'll be eligible to win a Ravelry downloadable pattern of your choosing up to $8.   Pigskin Party KAL Wondering what this crazy KAL is? Check out this page which gives you the best overview with all necessary links. There's also a helpful "Start Here" Thread in the Ravelry Group 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 where you'll track your points. For every 100 points, you'll earn an entry into the drawing for the Grand Prizes Continue to update this with all of the points you earn during the KAL Check out our amazing Sponsors; if you use their products, you'll earn more points per FO Scope out the prizes! Some will be given out during the KAL; some will be part of the Grand Prizes. Don’t forget to use #DCSPigskinParty17 on Instagram so we check out what you’re doing and you can be eligible for participation prizes. Thank you to our Pro Shop Sponsors! Atelier De Soyun  Colorful Eclectic Daisy Girl and Company Fancy Image Yarn Fibernymph Dye Works Inner Yarn Zen Joy in Rugging Knit Style Yarns Knitted Wit Knitters Brewing Company Knitty Kitty Bags Mekamika Nekozuki Knits Plum Deluxe Tea Prairie Bag Works Queen City Yarn Sunsoaked Yarns Woodsy and Wild Yarn Love       Key Details Mentioned in this Episode: Announced this year's 10 Grand Prize Packs Announced Kick it Off with Color- Sept Interception Winners (thank you to sponsor Yarn Love) and September Huddle/Instagram Winners Don't forget about our Ornament Interception which runs through 10/31. Thank you to Sponsor: Knitters Brewing Company      Events   Needles Up : Friday October 20 from 3-6p  conference center of the Delamater Inn, Rhinebeck NY Indie Untangled:  Friday, Oct. 20, 2017, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.  The Best Western Plus Kingston, N.Y. NY Sheep and Wool: October 19-22 at the Dutchess County Fairgrounds in Rhinebeck, NY Life in Focus Happiness Project:  October: Time & Energy Ironically too busy to focus on this. Have been really focused on using my Evernote for GTD system. Reviewing it regularly and making sure I know what I need to do; it has definitely helped me keep my sanity. On a Happy Note Woodchopping Weekend- tractor rides. delicious fall foods.  Dinner for Dad’s birthday at a great new local restaurant.   Florida Trip highlights   Millie sleepover! Quote of the Week Most misunderstandings in the world could be avoided if people would simply take the time to ask, ‘What else could this mean?’” ― Shannon L. Alder     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!  

You have to be a Janet Jackson fan to get that reference.... Thanks so much for using the Amazon Links! Your purchases help to support the podcast and it doesn't cost you a thing!  Knitting Segments Knits in Rehearsal  V Neck Boxy by Joji Locatelli   Auditioning Knits PalKal Auditions I'm trying to figure out what I'll do for the PalKal this year.    Was thinking of knitting the Lil' Miss Chelsea Bean by Jenn Sheelen.    Also considering Breathing Space and True Friend by Veera Valimaki, using my ChileKnitz Pal Kal Yarn.    I am also searching for something to make with my PalKal kit from Suburban Stitcher.      Summer Tops I am searching pretty hard for something to make with my Claudia Hand-Painted Contemplation yarn that's been in my stash for a while. I originally bought it to make the Linum Tee by Bristol Ivy.   Here are some of the things I'm considering:   Nesoi Tee by Miriam Felton   Notched Hem Tank Top by Purl Soho   Breeze by Joanna Rankin       Knitting News, Notes and Events World Wide Knit in Public Day Check the link above to RSVP.   June 10, 2017 I'll be at Foxcroft Wine in Dilworth, Charlotte, from 2pm until at least 5. 1235 East Blvd. Charlotte, NC 28203   I will have door prizes from Charlotte Yarn (which is in the same shopping center as the wine bar), Cottage Yarn and Queen City Yarn.   Charlotte Yarn, Baskets of Yarn and Cottage Yarn will all be having specials that day for Actually Knitting listeners and those Knitting in Public.         The Pal Kal has officially started!     Exciting News! Check out my social media feeds for information about some exclusive products coming from Suburban Stitcher and ChileKnitz!   Check out the Ravelry group for details about all of the great sponsors for the PalKal2017.   Other Events Stash Dash 2017 Check out the Knit Girlls Podcast for more information.   Summer Stripe Along Kal   Knitscapade Let me take you on a Knitscapade! Last weekend I visited my favorite not-so-local to me LYS, Black Mountain Yarn Shop. I fell off the wagon pretty hard but, no regrets!     Non-Knitting Segments One Pot Wonders One Pot Chicken Fajita Pasta from Skinny Taste     Love it or Leave it Love: Camping Trip   Leave: Humidity   Other News and Notes Running News:  I am in week 5 of training for the Chicago Marathon. Trying to stay injury free and also keep using my bullet journal to track my workouts.   Reading Updates:  I finished reading Eligible, A Modern Retelling of Pride and Prejudice by Curtis Sittenfield.     Use this link to get your free 30 day trial and free audiobook from Audible.com.              

Knitting Segments   Special thanks to Jenn Sheelen for sending me her latest pattern, Lil Miss Chelsea Bean. Show-Ready Knits Sockhead Slouch Hat #3   Baby Hat      Knits in Rehearsal Ripken by Melanie Berg   Here's a tutorial for the Crochet Hook Provisional Cast-On   Mae by Andrea Mowry    Knitting News, Notes and Events #MarchMowryMadness will run through April 30, 2017. There is a chatter thread open and lively on Ravelry.       The PalKal is coming up this summer! Are you interested in sponsoring the biggest and best Kal for the Actually Knitting Podcast? Here is where you can find information about levels of Sponsorship.   Fill out this Google Form and I'll get in touch with you about sponsoring the KAL. The PalKal runs from June 1-September 1, 2017 and it is all about supporting podcasters who are designers, indie dyers, bag makers, etc.   June 10, 2017 is World Wide Knit in Public Day.   Next planned Knitting Event: Zombie Knitpocalypse in June 2017   We are starting our knitting club back up at school. Do you have some yarn or other supplies that you'd like to get rid of and donate towards a good cause? Send me an email at actuallyknitting@gmail.com or contact me on Ravelry.     My Favorite Knitting Things   Josh did an Ikea hack for a yarn winding station for my craft room. We used the Finnvard from Ikea, painted it, and installed my swift and ball winder on the top!   Strauch Ball Winders   Here's the blog post where Josh found the idea for the Yarn Winding Station.   Non-Knitting Segments One-Pot Wonders One Pot Teriyaki Chicken Zoodles     Love it or Leave it Love: My trip to San Francisco    Leave: Spring Break is over!    Other News and Notes  Running Marathon Training starts April 29, 2017   Books  Finished Reading: The Wonder by Emma Donoghue     Finished Listening: A Man Called Ove by Fredrik Bachman   Currently Reading: The Underground Railroad by Colson Whitehead   Currently Listening: I'm Judging You by Luvvie Ajayi

Thank you for tuning in to Episode 111 of the Down Cellar Studio Podcast. This week's segments included:   Off the Needles On the Needles Brainstorming Crafty Adventures Knitting in Passing KAL News Events Life in Focus On a Happy Note Quote of the Week   Off The Needles Brown, Purple and Yellow Ninjas Yarn: Cascade 220 super wash Hook: C 2.75 mm   Kris' 2017 Birthday Socks Yarn: Mint Rain Twist Sock- Self Striping in the After the Storm Colorway Needles: US 1.5 (2.5 mm) Pattern: OMG Heel by Megan Williams   Fluffy Sheep Pattern: Chinese New Year Sheep/Lamb by Stephanie Jessica Lau Yarn: Bernat Pipsqueak (fluffy yarn) + worsted weight acrylic yarn   Shy Little Unicorn Pattern: Shy Little Unicorn by  Ana Paula Rimoli (library book) Yarn: KnitPicks Brava Worsted Hook: C Her name: Poopsiedoo On the Needles  Key West Socks OMG Heel Sock Pattern US 1.5 Needles Yarn: Knitterly Things Vesper Sock Spring Sonata Colorway   Beyond the Wall Socks Yarn: Knit Picks Felici in the Beyond the Wall Colorway Needles: US 1.5 (2.5 mm) Pattern: OMG Heel by Megan Williams   Cascade Heritage Prints Christmas Socks Yarn: Cascade Heritage Prints Color 26 Holidays Needles: US 1.5 (2.5 mm) Pattern: OMG Heel by Megan Williams   Gray + Black Socks Yarn: Bergere de France Goomy 50 in the Imprim Gris colorway Needles: US 1 (2.25 mm) Pattern: OMG Heel by Megan Williams Tune in to hear my review of trying on 9 inch circular needles.   Riley's 2017 Christmas Legwarmers Pattern: none Yarn: Knit Picks Felici colorway: 27304 Lemonade (greens, yellows, blues: self striping) Needles: US 1.5 (2.5 mm) & US 2. (2.75 mm)   Granny Square Scrap Blanket #2 Pattern: Weaveless Colorful Granny by CherylDeeCrochet (free) Hook: D (3.25 mm) Yarn: leftover fingering weight scraps   Worsted Weight Riley Rose Shawl Pattern: Riley Rose by Jennifer Lassonde Yarn: Hikoo by Skacel Simpliworsted in Aqua Mint, Deep Turquoise, Gypsy Red and White Needles: US 10 1/2 (6.5 mm) Brainstorming Crochet Christmas stockings More socks (stocked up on Patons Kroy on sale from Craftsy.com) Crafty Adventures I share some thought on getting back into scrapbooking after a long hiatus. Knitting in Passing My friend Megg and I generated a lot of conversation knitting at the Camp Pulse event last weekend. I think I may have a few more converts to teach.   KAL News 12 Months to Christmas KAL Click here to find about more about this KAL. Check out: Chat Thread & FO Thread  The 12 Months to Christmas KAL is a craft-a-long that helps you prepare for the busy winter holiday season. Complete gift projects each month (or just in the months that you choose) so you don’t have to scramble in December. Find some cool new gift ideas, cheer each other on, and we’ll provide some motivation in the form of the potential to win prizes! Tune in to hear if you won a First Quarter Prize   Project Bag of Winner's Choice from She is Sew Whimsical on Etsy Slip and Swirl Sock pattern by Kristi Barnwell Lil Miss Chelsea Bean Shawl by Jenn Sheelen   WIP’ing 2017 in the Butt Declare a WIP from 2016 or earlier within the first 5 days of the month, posting a photo of it in the thread. Finish the project by the end of the month, update your post with your FO photo and you'll be eligible to win a Ravelry downloadable pattern of your choosing up to $8. In April, we also have an additional prize from Fibernymph Dye Works A set of mini skeins from my Antigua colorway collection…this includes six mini skeins, three on Bounce (80 yards each) and three on Bedazzled (87 yards each)   Splash Pad Party KAL   The Splash Pad Party KAL runs June 1- July 31. Click here for Rules. Interested in Sponsoring? Click here for details.  Events Where are Jen & Lisa?: check out the thread in our Ravelry Group Connecticut Sheep and Wool: April 29, 2017 Stitches United: April 27-30, 2017 Gore Place Shearing Festival: April 29, 2017 Maryland Sheep & Wool: May 6 & 7, 2017 NH Sheep and Wool: May 13 & 14, 2017 RI Fiber Festival: May 20, 2017 Long Island Fleece & Fiber Fair- May 20 & 21, 2017 Massachusetts Sheep and Wool: May 27 & 28, 2017 Adirondack Wool and Arts Festival: September 23 & 24 VT Sheep and Wool: September 30 & October 1, 2017   Coming to CT Sheep & Wool or Stitches United? Participate in our Riley Rose Shawl Contest. Wear your Riley Rose, take a photo and post to get one entry Take a photo of someone else wearing a Riley Rose shawl and get 2 entries See someone wearing one, make a friend and take a photo together and get 3 entries. All photos must be posted on Instagram with #rileyroseshawl and tag me @BostonJen1  to be eligible to win   Stash Dash KAL - hosted by the Knit Girllls Podcast. Starts May 26th.   #the100dayproject What is it: choose a creative project you will commit to for 100 days. Most people choose something very specific. I am just going to focus on doing something creative every day. So far, knitting, crochet, project life scrapbooking and hand lettering/drawing.   Life in Focus Happiness Project 2017   April- Explore Your Surroundings Boston Public Library Event: Colum McCann; Click here to learn more about the author Dan and I went to dinner at a local restaurant for dinner on Thursday - We never do ANYTHING in our town so I treated us to dinner at a fancy restaurant near us. Turns out they do $2 tapas! On A Happy Note Riley was in a Panto performance of Aladdin Taking Garret to Legoland for his 7th Birthday Emelyn's surprise 13th Birthday Party. I thoroughly enjoyed the new Beauty & the Beast movie Eme performed in Guys & Dolls! Camp Pulse weekend!   Quote of the Week I'm not interested in blind optimism, but I'm very interested in optimism that is hard-won, that takes on darkness and then says, 'This is not enough.' Colum McCann ------   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 Program Mentions:    Thanks to designer Melanie Berg for sending me her latest pattern, Caress my Soul. It's absolutely beautiful!    Melanie also wanted me to direct you to a charity she is supporting, Knitters for Doctors without Borders, and encourage you to give if you can!      Show Ready Knits Foolproof by Louise Zass-Bangham    Dream Whisperer by Jenn Sheelen    Knits in Rehearsal Mrs. Jeckyl and Mrs. Hyde by La Maison Rililie   Kit Kat Hat by Andre Sue Knits I am knitting this as a part of the Pussy Hat Project, here is the link to the official pattern, that's knit flat.    Knits on Stage I wore my Viajante to school last week and got some nice compliments. I have also gotten so much use/wear out of my Worsted Boxy.    Knitting News, Notes and Events Several winners were announced on episode 64 for several contests. If you entered any of those giveaways or Knit a Longs, please listen to Episode 64 to see if you won. Winners need to get in touch with me by January 15, 2017.   Next planned Knitting Event: Zombie Knitpocalypse in June 2017   I'm so excited about our next knit a long, New Year, New Ewe!       Are you ready to try something new with your knitting? A new technique or type of product? Perhaps a designer you have never tried? A new type of yarn? Check out the episode for more information about this Knit A Long for 2017. Officially it will run January 1 through March 10, 2017. Check out the chatter thread in the Ravelry Group. Rules will be listed in the Ravelry group as well.   I am going to cast on the Vintage Prim by Andrea Mowry. Andrea Mowry is the designer behind the Find Your Fade Shawl.   Here is the tutorial I used to practice Brioche.      Knitting Talk Back: Year in Review Check out my project page in Ravelry to see the projects I reference in this segment. I have a tab for all of my 2016 projects.    Non-Knitting Segments Love it or Leave it Love: Winter Vacation from school!   Leave: Being sick on vacation!    Theatrical Updates Though I seem to be taking a hiatus from performing, I did see a show recently that's on a National Tour, A Gentleman's Guide to Love and Murder.    Other News and Notes Running I have some smaller races coming up this Winter, and my training season officially starts on January 7, 2017.    Books I finished reading The Girls, by Emma Cline    I am currently reading The Summer Before the War, by Helen Simonson   Other Updates I participated in the MinsGame challenge for the month of December, in which you try to declutter your home and get rid of items everyday of the month.     

Thank you for tuning in to Episode 104 of the Down Cellar Studio Podcast. This week's segments included:   Off the Needles On the Needles Brainstorming KAL News Events On a Happy Note Quote of the Week   Thank you to this episode's sponsor: Knits4Comfort   Off the Needles   White Ninja Yarn: Bernat worsted weight Hook: C (2.75 mm) No pattern- details written up in project page linked above   Sylvie the Ballerina Kitty Yarn: Cascade 220 Superwash Hook: C (2.75 mm) Pattern: Sylvie the Ballerina from Bubbles and Bongos on Easy (not available on Ravelry)   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. Outfits for Riley's doll     (need  to photograph) Triple Luxe Cowl Yarn: madelinetosh vintage in Neon Peach Colorway (2 skeins) Hook: I (5.5 mm) Pattern: Triple Luxe Cowl free crochet pattern by Stephanie Jessica Lau Chained about 175 sts. Followed pattern aside from cast on number.     Matt's Ice Cream Quart Cozy  Yarn: Loops and Threads Impeccable Solids (worsted/aran acrylic yarn) Hook: H Pattern- improvised.   Grammy's shawl Yarn: Ross Farm Shetland 3 ply sport Needles: US 8 Pattern: New design, half hex shape   On the Needles Riley's Mittens Yarn: Knit Picks Brava Worsted in White and Black Needles: US 6 (4.0 mm) Pattern: Little Waiting for Winter Mittens by Susan B Anderson 8-12 year old size for Riley who is 8.   Penguin Amigurumi Yarn: Knit Picks Brava Worsted in White and Black Hook: C (2.75mm) Pattern: Penguin Amigurumi by  Mariska Vos-Bolman   Dan’s Extra Crazy Socks Yarn: KFI Luxury Collection (MCN) Needles: US 2 (2.75mm) Pattern: OMG heel Cascade Heritage Prints Christmas Socks Yarn: Cascade Heritage Prints Color 26 Holidays Needles: US 1.5 (2.5 mm) Pattern: OMG Heel Brainstorming I talked a bit about potential plans for 2017!     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 Whimsy Ripple Ribbed Socks pattern by Susie White New Horizons Set by Jenn Sheelen   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-   WIPs Interception- still running-- 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 Check out the threads for details- Chat Thread & FO Thread January Interception- Sponsored by Knit Knight Designs Small and Self Indulgent: check out the Chat Thread Cast-on on/after January 1. Finish by January 31. Create project 300 yards to less- that you plan to keep for yourself. Could be something to wear or something for your home. Anything that will be a bright spot in your life. Just tell us why it brings you joy to make/have etc. Check out the threads for more details. Events Vogue Knitting Live- NYC  January 13-15, 2017   On a Happy Note   Kris and Aila in Miracle on 34th Street the Musical Sitting by the Christmas tree Friends' Christmas Parties! Getting a new (to me) car! Sending Christmas cards this year Quote of the Week From Miracle on 34th Street   "I'm not just a whimsical figure who wears a charming suit and affects a jolly demeanor, you know. I'm a symbol. I'm a symbol of the human ability to be able to suppress the selfish and hateful tendencies that rule the major part of our lives. If you can't believe, if you can't accept anything on faith, then you're doomed to a life dominated by doubt." -Kris Kringle     ---------   Thank you for tuning in!   Contact Information: Ravelry: BostonJen & Down Cellar Studio Podcast Ravelry Group Twitter: Instagram & Periscope: BostonJen1 Facebook Sign up for my email newsletter to get the latest on everything happening in the Down Cellar Studio!

Knitting Segments    Show-Ready Knits Dream Whisperer by Jenn Sheelen   I picked up these hangers I found at Target for the larger jar.      Knits in Rehearsal Vanilla Sock in Paton's Kroy    Memory Blanket     Knitting News, Notes and Events The winners were announced for several contests, so be sure to listen up to see if you are the lucky one!    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     Non-Knitting Segments   One Pot Wonders  One Pot Cheesy Turkey Taco Chili Mac   Love it or Leave it Love: Birthday Fun! Leave: This week has been CRAPTASTIC   Stage Craft I've been working a lot on a Cross Stitch project for a Secret Santa Gift!  This pattern came from an Etsy shop called Pinecone McGee.    Other News and Notes Running Updates   I am back to running short distances, no more than 4 miles so far but hoping to start back up the longer distances soon. I also got an entry into the Chicago Marathon for 2017. WHAT HAVE I DONE?    Books   Finished Books:    You Will Know Me by Megan Abbott   Silent in the Sanctuary by Deanna Raybourne   Currently Reading:  The Girls by Emma Cline   Current Podcast Obsession:  Homecoming by Gimlet Media    Thanks so much for listening! 

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

Episode 21 Show Notes: Welcome to the Episode 21 of the Knit Actually Podcast! • Actually Working • I talk about projects I am currently working on including • Christmas Socks for my husband • My son’s Scoreboard Scarf (Go Broncos!!!) • Self Striping Vanilla Socks for my son • Vanilla socks for my Mother in Law • Lia pullover, knit with Madelinetosh Home in Dr. Zhivago’s Sky Actually Wearing I talk about the hand knits I’ve been wearing lately, including • Lemongrass • Jenica • Opposite Pole • February Lady Sweater • Actually Stashed • I talk about recent additions to my stash including • Bijou Basin Ranch Shangri La • Skeindalous Eartha in the Let it Go Colorway • Actually Gift Knitting • I recap all the gifts I’ve knitted so far this year. • I mention these lovely Victorian Ornaments by Jenn Sheelen, and mention the giveaway on the Down Cellar Studio podcast • Do you knit for the holidays? Who do you knit for? How do you keep from stressing over it? Post in the Ravelry thread for a chance to win a holiday gift from me! • Actually Obsessed • I talk about the Force Awakens hat that is feeding my Star Wars fever these days, and I mention seeing the ones Emily from Knitting Butterflies has knit • Actually Attending • Interweave Yarn Fest, March 31 – April 3 o List of Workshops is here. Registration is now open! I’m registered for Building your Design Career with Dora Ohrenstein and the Design Master Class with Shirley Paden o Current list of vendors is here • Knit Knosh • Registration is open for Knit Knosh!!! Knit Knosh will be a food, wine and yarn tasting, on January 23, 2016 at 12:30 pm at Samples World Bistro in Longmont, CO. I’m EXTREMELY excited to announce the participating yarn companies:  Bijou Basin Ranch  MJ Yarns  Knerd  Skeindalous Thanks so much to Emily from Knitting Butterflies, Maria from Subway Knits, and Boston Jen from Down Cellar Studio for the Knit Knosh shout outs! Review I review Color Wheel Knits by Veera Valimaki Check the Ravelry group for a related Giveaway and Knit A Long! Thank you for listening!!!!