Monthly Archives: April 2017

Indie Dyer Feature: Knitting in France

Posted on April 29, 2017 by knittingthestash

Well folks, today I have a follow-up to the awesome giveaway we did over the last couple of weeks: I’m so happy to feature an interview with Bogga of Knitting in France. Plus, she has generously offered a coupon code … Continue reading →

Posted in community, dyeing, indie, indie dyer, information, inspiration, interview, knitting, Knitting in France, spinning | 11 Comments

Managing the Spaces

Posted on April 27, 2017 by knittingthestash

My husband and I are hobbyists–more than that, really–but there are few words in English to describe just what we do. And I think many of you probably feel the same! We have projects–ACTIVE projects–all over the house. We have … Continue reading →

Posted in modifications, organization, space, spinning, spinning wheel, storage, walking wheel, weaving | 5 Comments

Postcard from the Spinning Wheel

Posted on April 25, 2017 by knittingthestash

Bogga, of Knitting in France, sure makes some beautiful rolags! These were merino, nylon, and Wensleydale. The yarn is a 3-ply: 2 plies from Bogga’s gorgeous rolags and 1 ply from some teal lap waste singles I had left over on … Continue reading →

Posted in community, handspun, homespun, Knitting in France, spinning, unicorns, yarn | 7 Comments

Episode 13: A Tale of Two Blankets

Posted on April 22, 2017 by knittingthestash

Happy to report that Episode 13: “A Tale of Two Blankets” is up on Youtube! Show notes are below. Giveaway winner announced! Thanks for spending some fun time with me 🙂   Show Notes: Our Loft/Exercise Room Jenise Hope Persian … Continue reading →

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Surprise: Yarn Bowl!

Posted on April 20, 2017 by knittingthestash

I don’t think I’ve told you all about the beautiful yarn bowl in my craft room. It’s a lovely, ceramic piece that would be perfect for working with a loose ball of yarn (or two); it even has guide holes … Continue reading →

Posted in community, friends, tools, unexpected, yarn, yarn bowl, yarn-lover | 5 Comments

GreenCastle Fiber Event!

Posted on April 18, 2017 by knittingthestash

We made it to Greencastle, IN for the Fiber Event this past weekend. Spencer and I thought you all might like to come along with us . . . so he made a lovely video!   Thanks to Spencer for … Continue reading →

Posted in community, fiber, fiber art, fiber artist, fiber festival, unicorns, video, yarn, yarn shopping, yarn-lover | 9 Comments

Featured Artist: Helen Crawford of CrawCrafts Beasties

Posted on April 15, 2017 by knittingthestash

Sometimes a maker comes along in social media and, well, you just fall in love. That’s how it was for me with Helen and her Beasties. I caught a glimpse of a small, very stylized little being climbing a tree … Continue reading →

Posted in community, Craw Craft Beasties, found, interview, knitters, knitting, maker, unexpected, unicorns | 7 Comments

T-Pins Tip

Posted on April 13, 2017 by knittingthestash

I’ve been working on my Persian Dreams Blanket (somewhat secretively), but I had to share this quick tip: if you need a lot of T-pins for blanket squares, hexis, or lacework, head over to your local office supply store! Do … Continue reading →

Posted in blanket, blocking, found, hacks, knitting, Persian Dreams Blanket, tips, tricks and tips | 9 Comments

FO: Ebba Pullover

Posted on April 11, 2017 by knittingthestash

We finally had some fading sunlight and a free moment; so, Spencer took some awesome pictures of my Ebba Pullover. It’s fully washed and blocked, now, and the colorwork came out remarkably even for my first try 🙂 Happy Tuesday! … Continue reading →

Posted in color, colorwork, Ebba Pullover, FO, giveaway, knitting, Knitting in France, sweater, unicorns | 12 Comments

Episode 12: Combs and a Giveaway!

Posted on April 7, 2017 by knittingthestash

Happy to launch Episode 12 today, in which I chat about my new (used) English combs, sock and sweater WIPs, sockyarn clubs, a singles spin, and the awesome fiber and yarn of Knitting in France. Plus, a giveaway!! Wahooo! (see below … Continue reading →

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