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Knitting Segments Show Ready Knits Vanilla Socks for Josh         Knits in Rehearsal    Bryum shawl  Yarn purchased at my favorite yarn shop, Black Mountain Yarn Shop.   Hermione's Every Day Socks by Erica Lueder I'm knitting these out of my first ever skein of Socks that Rock by Blue Moon Fiber Arts.   I used the OMG heel by Megan Williams on these socks and I will be using this heel a lot in the future.   Vanilla Socks with some White Birch Fiber Arts       Auditioning Knits I'm looking for the perfect Rhinebeck Sweater! I have 1500 yards of a beautiful 100% Sport Weight in a gorgeous golden yellow.    Stay the Same by Veera Valimaki   Still Light Tunic by Veera Valimaki   Cosi by Judy Brien    The Reviews are In This episode I reviewed Henry's Hat by Eric and Joanna Johnson. Thanks to the folks at Slate Falls Press for sending me this review copy.    Knitting News, Notes and Events The Broadway KAL is up and running!  I hope you are playing along because there are some great prizes up for grabs.   Cast on: February 15, 2016 Bind off: April 30, 2016 Wips Count!   The theme is Broadway, and you can interpret this theme as strictly or as loosely as you’d like. Basically, your project should tie in with a play or musical (on Broadway, or a little further from the Great White Way, the decision is yours). How you tie in your project with the theme is up to you, make it work! Have fun! Is the yarn or pattern actually named after a Broadway show or character or even a song from a show? Does the project remind you of a costume from a show? Is the yarn bright green, so it reminds you of Elphaba’s skin in Wicked? You get the point! Here is a great website where you can see Broadway shows listed by the year that they opened. You never know what might inspire you! There is a featured bundle in this group where any group member is free to add patterns you find that might work. This thread is for discussion and planning. Feel free to chat, encourage, make suggestions, etc. Closer to the cast-on date, a thread will be opened for finished objects. We will keep this KAL to one post per person in the FO thread, that way everyone is kind of on even ground. You may complete as many projects as you like, but you will put all of your FOs in one post in that thread. Prizes!   1 pattern from Jennifer Lassonde   1 Skein of yarn from The Happy Buffalo Boutique   2 Skeins of yarn from Ancient Threads Farm   Thanks to Thuy from the Twisted Stitches Podcast for the donation of an Original Cast Recording of Hamilton. Listen up to find out about the prompt for this giveaway and thanks to Thuy for the prize.    There is a chatter thread open on the Actually Knitting Podcast group on Ravelry, as well as a Finished Objects thread. Use the tag #AKBroadwayKal2016 on Instagram and Ravelry.   PAL KAL is coming up this summer!    Today I answered a question in the Ask me Anything thread in the group on Ravelry.    Non-Knitting Segments   One Pot Wonder One Pot Wonder Southwest Pasta    Love it or Leave it Love it: Ice Cream, specifically Ben and Jerry's Salted Caramel Blondie   Leave it: I have a friend who is coping with the loss of a loved one.    Other News and Notes Finished Books        The Daughter by Jane Shemilt.    Pretty Girls by Karin Slaughter. Warning, this book is very graphic and disturbing.    Currently Listening to:  The Girl with All the Gifts   Currently Reading:  Furiously Happy   Running Updates   I wil be running in the 41st Annual Marine Corps Marathon in October 2016! I am scared and excited.  I am raising money in memory of my cousin Jacob, who was a Marine who served 2 tours in Iraq, and passed away in 2011. I would love to raise some more money this month in honor of his birthday on April 20th. Please check out my fundraising page and donate if you can. 

Episode 49   I mentioned the iTunes review from one of the hosts of Unraveling with Greg and Joey, check them out if you get a chance.   Knits in Rehearsal Vanilla Socks for Josh   Hermione's Every Day Socks by Erica Lueder I'm knitting these out of my first ever skein of Socks that Rock by Blue Moon Fiber Arts.   Vanilla Socks with some White Birch Fiber Arts    Bryum shawl  Yarn purchased at my favorite yarn shop, Black Mountain Yarn Shop.   Worsted Boxy  My favorite Miss Babs Yarn, gotta love it!   Auditioning Knits It's not been released yet, but Joji Locatelli has a new shawl pattern coming out (hopefully) soon. Check out her Instagram feed to see the picture.    I mentioned having seen the shawl on the Suburban Stitcher Podcast.  Knitting News, Notes and Events News The Broadway KAL is up and running!  I hope you are playing along because there are some great prizes up for grabs.   Cast on: February 15, 2016 Bind off: April 15, 2016 Wips Count!   The theme is Broadway, and you can interpret this theme as strictly or as loosely as you’d like. Basically, your project should tie in with a play or musical (on Broadway, or a little further from the Great White Way, the decision is yours). How you tie in your project with the theme is up to you, make it work! Have fun! Is the yarn or pattern actually named after a Broadway show or character or even a song from a show? Does the project remind you of a costume from a show? Is the yarn bright green, so it reminds you of Elphaba’s skin in Wicked? You get the point! Here is a great website where you can see Broadway shows listed by the year that they opened. You never know what might inspire you! There is a featured bundle in this group where any group member is free to add patterns you find that might work. This thread is for discussion and planning. Feel free to chat, encourage, make suggestions, etc. Closer to the cast-on date, a thread will be opened for finished objects. We will keep this KAL to one post per person in the FO thread, that way everyone is kind of on even ground. You may complete as many projects as you like, but you will put all of your FOs in one post in that thread. Prizes!   1 pattern from Jennifer Lassonde   1 Skein of yarn from The Happy Buffalo Boutique   2 Skeins of yarn from Ancient Threads Farm Be sure to check out Ancient Threads Farm! Lynda has generously offered a coupon code, Actually20, that is good through April 15th, for 20% off of anything in her Etsy Shop.  2 patterns from Estella Haines' Ravelry Shop.    New Prize Offering!  Thanks to Thuy from the Twisted Stitches Podcast for the donation of an Original Cast Recording of Hamilton. Listen up to find out about the prompt for this giveaway and thanks to Thuy for the prize.    There is a chatter thread open on the Actually Knitting Podcast group on Ravelry, as well as a Finished Objects thread. Use the tag #AKBroadwayKal2016 on Instagram and Ravelry.   Notes My mother came for a visit and I taught her how to knit and she loves it! I'm so happy! She's working on her first ever pattern, the Sugar Cubes Baby Washcloth.    Events I attended the Carolina Fiber Frolic a couple of weekends ago and I had am amazing time. Listen up for a short recap of the event.   Heather Storta was the teacher and I really enjoyed taking classes with her.       Non-Knitting Segments One-Pot Wonders One Skillet Cream Cheese Mexican Chicken and Rice     Love it or Leave it Love: Peloton Bike   Leave: End of Quarter Stress     StageCraft I've been working on even more sewing! Check out my Instagram to see the pics of the bags I have finished this week. I used Ellie Mae Designs K155 and McCalls M6256 for my project bags.    Book News/Notes   Thanks to a listener for suggesting Modern Mrs. Darcy for book recommendations. I also heard about it on the Cultivate and Create podcast.    Currently Reading   Started reading The Daughter by Jane Shemilt.    Pretty Girls by Karin Slaughter. Warning, this book is very graphic and disturbing.    Finished Reading The Last Anniversary by Liane Moriarty   Maisie Dobbs by Jacqueline Winspear   Running Updates I am back at it, training for a 10k in May. No pain, so hopefully the injury is healed. 

Knitting Segments   Show Ready Knits Virgie Clay by Sarah Stevens   Los Monos Locos by Jennifer O'Sullivan   Knits in Rehearsal Vanilla Socks for Josh   Auditioning Knits Ready to cast on a pair of vanilla socks with some White Birch Fiber Arts and a pair of patterned socks with my first ever skein of Socks that Rock by Blue Moon Fiber Arts. I'm thinking of casting on some Hermione's Everyday Socks or some Zigagular Socks.    Also ready to swatch and cast on for my Worsted Boxy sweater that I've had in my queue for a long time!    Will probably cast on the Bryum shawl this week as well.    Knitting News, Notes and Events News I started watching a New to Me video podcast called The Grocery Girls Knit. These ladies are sisters from Canada and they are quite charming.   Notes My mother came for a visit and I taught her how to knit and she loves it! I'm so happy!   Events   I drew a winner for the Fern Fiber contest that started February 15th. Listen up to see if you are the lucky winner!     I'll be attending the following events:   Carolina Fiber Frolic March 18-20   Carolina Fiber Fest (tentatively) March 26th (tentatively)   The Broadway KAL is up and running!  I hope you are playing along because there are some great prizes up for grabs.   Cast on: February 15, 2016 Bind off: April 15, 2016 Wips Count!   The theme is Broadway, and you can interpret this theme as strictly or as loosely as you’d like. Basically, your project should tie in with a play or musical (on Broadway, or a little further from the Great White Way, the decision is yours). How you tie in your project with the theme is up to you, make it work! Have fun! Is the yarn or pattern actually named after a Broadway show or character or even a song from a show? Does the project remind you of a costume from a show? Is the yarn bright green, so it reminds you of Elphaba’s skin in Wicked? You get the point! Here is a great website where you can see Broadway shows listed by the year that they opened. You never know what might inspire you! There is a featured bundle in this group where any group member is free to add patterns you find that might work. This thread is for discussion and planning. Feel free to chat, encourage, make suggestions, etc. Closer to the cast-on date, a thread will be opened for finished objects. We will keep this KAL to one post per person in the FO thread, that way everyone is kind of on even ground. You may complete as many projects as you like, but you will put all of your FOs in one post in that thread. Prizes!   1 pattern from Jennifer Lassonde   1 Skein of yarn from The Happy Buffalo Boutique   2 Skeins of yarn from Ancient Threads Farm Be sure to check out Ancient Threads Farm! Lynda has generously offered a coupon code, Actually20, that is good through April 15th, for 20% off of anything in her Etsy Shop.  2 patterns from Estella Haines' Ravelry Shop.    There is a chatter thread open on the Actually Knitting Podcast group on Ravelry, as well as a Finished Objects thread. Use the tag #AKBroadwayKal2016 on Instagram and Ravelry.   Knitting Talk Back  In the third part of the Carolina in my Mind series, I have an interview with Laurie Gonyea of the Feel Good Yarn Company/Silver Spun Yarn. This is an exciting product and I hope you enjoy hearing all about it!   There is a contest thread up in the Actually Knitting Podcast group on Ravelry, check it out and enter to win. This contest will run from March 15th to April 10th, 2016.   Non-Knitting Segments   One Pot Wonders One Pan Mexican Quinoa Wraps   Love it or Leave it I only have one thing that works for both Love it and Leave it this episode, the Downton Abbey Series Finale.    Other News and Notes No running news, I'm on the injured list.    Books I started listening to Pretty Girls by Karin Slaughter. It's listed as a psychological thriller, but I haven't had a chance to get really into it yet.   I started reading the Maisie Dobbs Series and I also haven't really gotten into that. Thanks for all of the suggestions on the book thread on Ravelry.  

Knitting Segments   Show Ready Knits Elphaba Cowl by Wendy Chapman Yarn: Plymouth Yarn Trabajos del Peru Needles: Size 11 bamboo   Star Crossed Slouchy Beret by Natalie Larson Yarn: Plymouth Yarn Trabajos del Peru Needles: Size 11 Knitter's Pride Nova Platina Interchangeables   These knits are both for the #akbroadwaykal and were a donation, plus they were from stash I've had since 2009, making them perfect Triple Threat Knits!        Knits in Rehearsal Virgie Clay by Sarah Stevens Yarn: Fave Sock by Fiber Story in Deep Sea, Aegean, Squeeze, and Koi Pond  Needles: Size 5 Signature Convertibles     Knitting News, Notes and Events The Broadway KAL had it's opening night. I hope you are playing along because there are some great prizes up for grabs.   Cast on: February 15, 2016 Bind off: April 15, 2016 Wips Count!   The theme is Broadway, and you can interpret this theme as strictly or as loosely as you’d like. Basically, your project should tie in with a play or musical (on Broadway, or a little further from the Great White Way, the decision is yours). How you tie in your project with the theme is up to you, make it work! Have fun! Is the yarn or pattern actually named after a Broadway show or character or even a song from a show? Does the project remind you of a costume from a show? Is the yarn bright green, so it reminds you of Elphaba’s skin in Wicked? You get the point! Here is a great website where you can see Broadway shows listed by the year that they opened. You never know what might inspire you! There is a featured bundle in this group where any group member is free to add patterns you find that might work. This thread is for discussion and planning. Feel free to chat, encourage, make suggestions, etc. Closer to the cast-on date, a thread will be opened for finished objects. We will keep this KAL to one post per person in the FO thread, that way everyone is kind of on even ground. You may complete as many projects as you like, but you will put all of your FOs in one post in that thread. Prizes!   1 pattern from Jennifer Lassonde   1 Skein of yarn from The Happy Buffalo Boutique   2 Skeins of yarn from Ancient Threads Farm Be sure to check out Ancient Threads Farm! Lynda has generously offered a coupon code, Actually20, that is good through April 15th, for 20% off of anything in her Etsy Shop.    There is a chatter thread open on the Actually Knitting Podcast group on Ravelry, as well as a Finished Objects thread. Use the tag #AKBroadwayKal2016 on Instagram and Ravelry. Contest News:  Last episode in the  "Carolina in my Mind" segment, I had an interview with Maria and Nikki of Fern Fiber. These ladies specialize in naturally dyed yarns that are produced without chemicals. I learned a lot talking with these ladies, and they generously provided a giveaway skein for my listeners. Check out  Episode 46  for more information. The giveaway thread will be open  Events:    I'll be attending the following events:   Carolina Fiber Frolic March 18-20   Carolina Fiber Fest (tentatively) March 26th   Finishing class with Alana Dakos May 14th, 2016 at Black Mountain Yarn Shop             Non-Knitting Segments  One Pot Wonders Avocado Caprese Skillet Chicken     Love it or Leave it Love: LuLaRoe Leggings   Leave: My more frequently needed haircuts!     Stage Craft I made pants! Simplicity 1887 was very easy to follow and now I'm working on a dress. I'm finding sewing easier and less scary!     Other News and Notes Book Notes Wow! I am enjoying all of the suggestions on the Ravelry thread! I have definitely grown my "to read" list on Goodreads, keep the suggestions coming!   I finished reading Mr. Churchill's Secretary by Susan Elia MacNeal   I started reading The Nightingale by Kristin Hannah   Running Notes I ran a 10 mile race on February 20th and did pretty well considering my lack of training.   I have another 1/2 marathon on March 5th.

Knitting Segments   Show Ready Knits Drips Hat  This was my Panthers hat, to support my hometown team going to the Super Bowl.   Yarn: Fiberspates Vivacious DK in Deep Aqua and Mission Falls 1824 Wool in Black I'm holding the DK weight double to match the gauge of the black. Needles: Size 10 Signature Convertibles, using Magic Loop.     Knitting News, Notes and Events The Twist Fiber Studio contest ended on February 10th and the winner was announced on this episode. The coupon code, ACTUALLYKNITTING, is still good in the shop until February 29th, 2016. Listen up to see if you are the lucky winner.    I'll be attending the following events:   Carolina Fiber Frolic March 18-20   Carolina Fiber Fest (tentatively) March 26th   Finishing class with Alana Dakos May 14th, 2016     Broadway Kal If you are hearing this episode, the KAL has begun!    Cast on: February 15, 2016 Bind off: April 15, 2016 The theme is Broadway, and you can interpret this theme as strictly or as loosely as you’d like. Basically, your project should tie in with a play or musical (on Broadway, or a little further from the Great White Way, the decision is yours). How you tie in your project with the theme is up to you, make it work! Have fun! Is the yarn or pattern actually named after a Broadway show or character or even a song from a show? Does the project remind you of a costume from a show? Is the yarn bright green, so it reminds you of Elphaba’s skin in Wicked? You get the point! Here is a great website where you can see Broadway shows listed by the year that they opened. You never know what might inspire you! There is a featured bundle in this group where any group member is free to add patterns you find that might work. This thread is for discussion and planning. Feel free to chat, encourage, make suggestions, etc. Closer to the cast-on date, a thread will be opened for finished objects. We will keep this KAL to one post per person in the FO thread, that way everyone is kind of on even ground. You may complete as many projects as you like, but you will put all of your FOs in one post in that thread. So far there are no sponsors or prizes, but we’ll find something! If you would like to donate a prize, please PM me, Michelle, actuallyknitting. Yay! Bravo! Break a leg!    There is a chatter thread open on the Actually Knitting Podcast group on Ravelry. Use the tag #AKBroadwayKal2016 on Instagram and Ravelry.   Be sure to check out Ancient Threads Farm! Lynda has generously offered a coupon code, Actually20, that is good through April 15th, for 20% off of anything in her Etsy Shop.    Ivy Theatre Fundraiser     Knitting Talkback Continuing the series "Carolina in my Mind," I have an interview with Maria and Nikki of Fern Fiber. These ladies specialize in naturally dyed yarns that are produced without chemicals. I learned a lot talking with these ladies, and they generously provided a giveaway skein for my listeners. Check out the episode for more information.    This giveaway will be open until March 10, 2016   Non-Knitting Segments One Pot Wonders Cheesy Chicken Enchilada Bake   Love it or Leave it Love it: Gas Fireplace on a cold day!   No leave it this week! Keeping it positive!   Other News and Notes Running news I set a new PR in my last race, the Super Bowl 4 miler!   I have a 10 mile race on February 20th and a 1/2 Marathon on March 6th   Books I've been in a reading rut lately! I've opened a thread in the Ravelry group so you can tell me the last best book you read!    I finished Go Set a Watchman by Harper Lee and I didn't enjoy it AT ALL!    I've been reading Mr. Churchill's Secretary by Susan Elia MacNeal 

Episode 45: Bandwagon Knitting Welcome to new and returning listeners!   Knitting Segments Knits in Rehearsal Best Friend Los Monos Locos Socks Los Monos Locos by Jennifer O'Sullivan My Project Page Yarn: Online Supersocke Neon Color Two Needles: Addi Turbo Sock Rockets (LOVE THESE!)   Endpaper Knits by Euny Jang Yarn: Bison Tracks by Alisha Goes Around in February Ring and Cleopatra (Matchy-matchy, y'all) Needles: US size 1 and 2 circular needles (Magic Loop for the Win!)   If you struggle with your floats in stranded colorwork, be sure to check out these videos from Philosopher's Wool. I have finished one of the mitts and I learned two new techniques for these mitts:   Here's the video I used from Anacapa Knits   And below are the two tutorials I used from New Stitch a Day.    Italian Tubular Cast On   Tubular Bind Off    And here is the link I mentioned about the 38 Beautiful Cast Ons. How many do you know?    Virgie Clay  This is by Sarah Stevens of Oh! Loops and the Fiber By Design Podcast.  Yarn: Fave Sock by Fiber Story in Deep Sea, Aegean, Squeeze, and Koi Pond  Needles: Size 5 Signature Convertibles     Drips Hat  This is a free pattern by Bethany Hill  I'm making this as a Panthers hat, since my hometown team is going to the SuperBowl!  Yarn: Fiberspates Vivacious DK in Deep Aqua and Mission Falls 1824 Wool in Black I'm holding the DK weight double to match the gauge of the black.  Needles: Size 10 Signature Convertibles, using Magic Loop.  Knitting News, Notes and Events News Twist Fiber Studio Contest is still on-going. This contest will close on February 10th, and the winner will be announced on the February 15th Episode. There is a coupon code, Actuallyknitting, which gets you 20% off of any purchase you make in the Twist Fiber Studio Etsy Shop.   Broadway Kal There seems to be some interest in doing the Broadway Kal, so we will start this on February 15th, 2016.    Cast on: February 15, 2016 Bind off: April 15, 2016 The theme is Broadway, and you can interpret this theme as strictly or as loosely as you’d like. Basically, your project should tie in with a play or musical (on Broadway, or a little further from the Great White Way, the decision is yours). How you tie in your project with the theme is up to you, make it work! Have fun! Is the yarn or pattern actually named after a Broadway show or character or even a song from a show? Does the project remind you of a costume from a show? Is the yarn bright green, so it reminds you of Elphaba’s skin in Wicked? You get the point! Here is a great website where you can see Broadway shows listed by the year that they opened. You never know what might inspire you! There is a featured bundle in this group where any group member is free to add patterns you find that might work. This thread is for discussion and planning. Feel free to chat, encourage, make suggestions, etc. Closer to the cast-on date, a thread will be opened for finished objects. We will keep this KAL to one post per person in the FO thread, that way everyone is kind of on even ground. You may complete as many projects as you like, but you will put all of your FOs in one post in that thread. So far there are no sponsors or prizes, but we’ll find something! If you would like to donate a prize, please PM me, Michelle, actuallyknitting. Yay! Bravo! Break a leg!    There is a chatter thread open on the Actually Knitting Podcast group on Ravelry. Use the tag #AKBroadwayKal2016 on Instagram and Ravelry.    Notes Check out the new audio podcast from Sarah, Mrsshoo, Cultivate and Create. Don't worry, In a Sknit is still going strong.    Events   Carolina Fiber Frolic March 18-20   Ivy Theatre Fundraiser   Non-Knitting Segments   One Pot Wonders Sweet Potato Ground Turkey Skillet    Love it or Leave it! Love it: Hamilton the Musical  Leave it: Getting over a cold! Cold temperatures! Feeling sluggish!    Stagecraft I've been working on a couple of sewing projects, plus a cross stitch pattern from Adafruit.com.    Other News and Notes I've been slacking off on the running, but I'm getting back to running with my group.    Books The Woman Who Stole My Life by Marian Keyes   Fangirl by Rainbow Rowell   A Night Like This by Julia Quinn   Go Set a Watchman by Harper Lee