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This is a Vivian-centric episode, but who'd be mad about that?! She's making good progress on her Hand-in-Hand vest after using the wrong needle for the entire front panel. But Alyson has a bit of behind the scenes chat about Moorit Issue 5.
Links to things we mention:
Buzzfeed quiz Hand-in-Hand Sweater Vest by Kathy Zimmerman [Ravelry] Dynamic Wave Hat by Marly Bird [Ravelry] Show notes with photos
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Published 04/10/23
What a treat, we're together in Edinburgh! We've got some brief crafty content, plus a bit about our time at the Scottish Wool Producers Showcase in Perth.
Links to things we mention:
Buzzfeed quiz Hand-in-Hand Sweater Vest by Kathy Zimmerman [Ravelry] Bonny Puffin by Yanina Schankel [Ravelry] Dynamic Wave Hat by Marly Bird [Ravelry] Show notes with photos
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Published 03/29/23
Vivian has been a busy bee with all her WIPs but neither of us have an FOs to show for all our crafting. And we chat about Vivian's move from colourwork to cables.
Links to things we mention:
Buzzfeed quiz Bonny Puffin by Yanina Schankel [Ravelry] Hand-in-Hand Sweater Vest by Kathy Zimmerman [Ravelry] Traquair Hat by Amanda B. Collins [Ravelry] Dynamic Wave Hat by Marly Bird [Ravelry] Folklore by Amy Gunderson [Ravelry] Show notes with photos
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Published 03/11/23
Vivian has been a busy bee with all her WIPs but neither of us have an FOs to show for all our crafting. And we chat about Vivian's move from colourwork to cables.
Links to things we mention:
Bonny Puffin by Yanina Schankel [Ravelry] Hand-in-Hand Sweater Vest by Kathy Zimmerman [Ravelry] Traquair Hat by Amanda B. Collins [Ravelry] South Shore cardigan [Ravelry] Folklore by Amy Gunderson [Ravelry] Advent Mittens by Kathy Lewinski [Ravelry] Della Q Train Case Show notes with photos
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Published 02/28/23
Links to things we mention:
Bonny Puffin by Yanina Schankel [Ravelry] Hand-in-Hand Sweater Vest by Kathy Zimmerman [Ravelry] South Shore cardigan [Ravelry] Folklore by Amy Gunderson [Ravelry] Clinton Creek Hat by Irina Anikeeva [Ravelry] Moorit Show notes with photos
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Published 02/13/23
WE'RE IN AMSTERDAM! Somebody pinch me... So we find ourselves in the Netherlands together, and what a wonderful trip it has been. It is both of our first time in Amsterdam, so there's been much sight seeing and admiring of canals and buildings. But we couldn't help recording a short episode together. It's a bit light on the crafty content, but we did visit a few yarn shops (and not just Stephen & Penelope).
Links to things we mention:
South Shore cardigan [Ravelry] Stephen and...
Published 01/27/23
Happy new year, friends! We're taking a look back on our 2022 projects, and Vivian is the clear Finished Objects winner. And we're making good progress on our 2023 makes. Both Vivian and Alyson are still knitting their cardigans. Plus, the Archive KCAL is coming down the pipeline.
Links to things we mention:
Buzzfeed Quiz Folklore by Amy Gunderson [Ravelry] Mitten Garland Advent Calendar by Kathy Lewinski [Ravelry] Twelve Days Ornament Series by Larissa Holland South Shore...
Published 01/11/23
Happy holidays, everyone!! This is our last episode of the year and it’s full of some goodies like mini mittens and novelty cat butt hold coasters haha! And Vivian, in usual fashion, has a ton of new hats to show off.
Links to things we mention:
Buzzfeed Quiz South Shore cardigan [Ravelry] Peeking Cat Butt Coaster [Ravelry] Mitten Garland Advent Calendar [Ravelry] Suburban Wrap [Ravelry] Anthology [Ravelry] BriocheSis [Ravelry] Zig Zag Wings [Ravelry] Pearl and Plum Show notes with...
Published 12/17/22
Is it opposite day? In a stunning turn of events, Alyson is knitting and Vivian is crocheting. But no matter, there's only love for both crafts on this podcast. Vivian is working on a crocheted version of the knitted Pop Blanket-- it's going much better than the original which was hibernating for a couple years. And Alyson is tackling a knitted cardigan!
Links to things we mention:
Buzzfeed Quiz BriocheSis [Ravelry] South Shore cardigan [Ravelry] June Hat Pearl and Plum Show notes with...
Published 11/22/22
Back to our usual transatlantic format, I'm afraid! But there's lots of crafty content to be had. Alyson has revived a colorful old WIP and even has a finished objects. It's actually a hat heavy episode because Vivian has finished two hats as well!
Links to things we mention:
Buzzfeed Quiz Moraine Lake Cowl by DJ Poolet [Ravelry] Suburban Wrap by Joji Locatelli [Ravelry] Folklore by Amy Gunderson [Ravelry] Twist To The Classic Beanie by Morine [Ravelry] Bonnie Isle Hat by Linda Shearer...
Published 11/07/22
It's an extra extra extra special episode. Not only are we together again (twice in two months!), but we're together in Rhinebeck, home of the yarn famous New York State Sheep & Wool Festival! We had an amazing time together, and with our Rhinebeck housemates. The Sheep & Wool Festival, as well as Folk & Folk (a yarn and music festival) were incredible. We've struggled to capture in words how truly wonderful it all was, and we were super tired after a weekend of wool and friends!
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Published 10/21/22
It's a special together in Scotland episode! Vivian has been helping out Alyson with Moorit and vending at the Perth Festival of Yarn. We both had so many good chats with folks at the show, and of course, we both did a bit of shopping! In actual crafting news, Vivian has finished her Sailaway cardigan in record time.
Links to things we mention:
Buzzfeed Quiz Bonnie Island Hat by Linda Shearer [Ravelry] Sailaway Cardigan by Marie Greene [Ravelry] Perth Festival of Yarn Show notes with...
Published 09/29/22
The August episode is here! Lots of progress has been made on both Vivian and Alyson's assigned pooling shawls. Plus, unsurprisingly, Vivian has lots of other knitty bits to share.
Links to things we mention:
Buzzfeed Quiz Sailaway by Marie Greene [Ravelry] Float by Dawn Barker [Ravelry] Jaeger by Arne and Carlos [Ravelry] BriocheSis by Raina K [Ravelry] Christmas ornaments by Valya Boutenko [Ravelry] Moorit Issue 3 Show notes with photos
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Published 08/27/22
Oopsie! We've been sitting on this episode for a few weeks, so some of our Stranger Things comments is a little out of date. Also apologies for anyone who doesn't watch Stranger Things... this is one Buzzfeed quiz that might not make much sense to you! But we've got crafty content for you, including both Alyson and Vivian's assigned color pooling shawls.
Links to things we mention:
Buzzfeed Quiz Float by Dawn Barker [Ravelry] Jaeger by Arne and Carlos [Ravelry] Sunset Shawl by Elena...
Published 07/14/22
The 2022 Archive KCAL is officially over. Congrats to our winner, emthom26. And many thanks to our giveaway sponsor, Yarningham for donating the prize. Yarningham is the UK's only Black led yarn festival. Tickets are on sale now for the 2022 show taking place in Birmingham on 9 & 10 July. But the real news is that Vivian completed three Archive KCAL projects... Alyson finished none... oops.
Links to things we mention:
Buzzfeed Quiz Float by Dawn Barker [Ravelry] Meg's Wrap by Julie...
Published 06/09/22
Vivian is the crafting star of this episode! Her pullover shawl not-a-poncho, All Points South, is growing. And the sweater for her mom is a finished object. Well sorts almost nearly a finished object.
Links to things we mention:
Buzzfeed Quiz All Points South by Casapinka [Ravelry] Grand Forks Pullover by Cheryl Chow [Ravelry] Sew Yarnilicious Plum Tree Yarn Shop Show notes with photos
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Published 05/22/22
Our WIPs are coming along nicely despite the frogging. Finished Objects are another story altogether! No crochet or knitting FOs in sight! But Alyson did revive an old needle felting project from the dead...
Links to things we mention:
Buzzfeed Quiz Meg's Wrap by Julie Blagojevich[Ravelry] Grand Forks Pullover by Cheryl Chow [Ravelry] Twylla by Rachel Coopey [Ravelry] All Points South by Casapinka [Ravelry] Felted Barn Owl (kit from Hawthorn Handmade) Fiber Expo in Ann Arbor Show notes...
Published 05/02/22
So many things to talk about! Alyson has an WIP and an FO to chat about. And Vivian has not just a new WIP, but also three finished objects! If you're participating in the Archive KCAL be sure to use #ArchiveKCAL2022 on social media.
Links to things we mention:
Buzzfeed Quiz Meg's Wrap by Julie Blagojevich[Ravelry] Grand Forks Pullover by Cheryl Chow [Ravelry] Twylla by Rachel Coopey [Ravelry] Winston cardigan by La Maison Rililie [Ravelry] Mīlēt by Isolda Teague [Ravelry] Zig Zag Wings by...
Published 04/13/22
We're still working on our Archive KCAL projects and making good progress! Vivian has a whole finished Mīlēt mitten and Alyson has nearly finished the first segment of her altered Meg's Wrap. Alyson also goes on a wee bit of a beach-combing tangent 🐚
Links to things we mention:
Buzzfeed Quiz Meg's Wrap by Julie Blagojevich[Ravelry] Mīlēt by Isolda Teague [Ravelry] Winston cardigan by La Maison Rililie [Ravelry] Moorit Show notes with photos
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Published 03/26/22
But more importantly, we're scheming for our Archive KCAL projects! The Knit and Crochet Along will be running from March to May and we'd love for you to join us! Just use #ArchiveKCAL2022 or join in on Ravelry.
Links to things we mention:
Buzzfeed Quiz Winston cardigan by La Maison Rililie [Ravelry] 373 Cardigan by Pierrot Yarns [Ravelry] Firefall Toque by Amy Christoffers [Ravelry] Meg's Wrap by Julie Blagojevich[Ravelry] Mīlēt by Isolda Teague [Ravelry] Pearl and Plum Etsy Show...
Published 03/06/22
een 100 episodes of us babbling and taking Buzzfeed quizzes? Oh, yeah and crafting too! Vivian has been crazy busy, with three WIPs and four FOs!!!
Links to things we mention:
Buzzfeed Quiz Leni by Isabell Kraemer [Ravelry] Firefall Toque by Amy Christoffers [Ravelry] Winston cardigan by La Maison Rililie [Ravelry] Shepherdess socks by Clarisabeth Lopez Rodriguez [Ravelry] Vintersol sweater by Jennifer Steingass [Ravelry] Anthology by TinCanKnits [Ravelry] Pluck cowl by Stephanie Lotven...
Published 02/14/22
We're in Michigan together! Vivian has some brand new WIPs and Alyson has finished her Jade Dress just in time to wear to the wedding next week. Enter our 5 Year Podiversary Giveaway! Just comment below, letting us know your result from the Buzzfeed quiz; are you a Vivian or an Alyson? Get a bonus entry by reviewing the podcast on Apple Podcasts (or any other podcast review site), then send a screenshot to
[email protected]. Giveaway ends on 5 Feb.
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Published 01/25/22
We're together again for Thanksgiving! Please excuse the short episode and less than ideal sound quality. Luckily, Vivian is carrying the team, and has started a new project to chat about.
Links to things we mention:
Buzzfeed Quiz Vintersol by Jennifer Steingass [Ravelry] Herzblattbeanie by DUCATHI [Ravelry] Jade Dress by Natasha Robarge [Ravelry] Sprites' Fen shawl by Helen Stewart [Ravelry] Show notes with photos
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Published 12/19/21
We're together again for Thanksgiving! Please excuse the short episode and less than ideal sound quality. Luckily, Vivian is carrying the team, and has started a new project to chat about.
Links to things we mention:
Buzzfeed Quiz Jade Dress by Natasha Robarge[Ravelry] Vintersol by Jennifer Steingass [Ravelry] Herzblattbeanie by DUCATHI [Ravelry] Show notes with photos
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Published 11/27/21
We're changing things up just a little bit and jumping right into our crafty content at the top of the episode with the Buzzfeed quiz in the middle. Alyson has started a new project for the Moorit AW21 CAL and Vivian has finally finished her Spector sweater.
Links to things we mention:
Buzzfeed Quiz Jade Dress by Natasha Robarge[Ravelry] Shepherdess Socks by Clarisabeth Lopez Rodriguez [Ravelry] #mooritAW21CAL Sewyarnilicious Project Bag Vintersol by Jennifer Steingass [Ravelry] Spector...
Published 11/07/21