Ep 129: How Shapes Summon Spells
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This week, we delve into the enchanting world where each stitch and shape draws upon sacred geometry to weave spells of beauty and intention. From exploring the psychological impact of shapes in nature to the symbolic power of spirals, circles, and Mobius strips, this episode is a journey through the magical landscape of crafting. Join us as we share our personal favorite shapes and their hidden meanings, with James expressing his love for the elusive ellipse and Katie revealing her affinity for the perfect circle. Discover how these ancient principles influence our knitting and imbue our creations with deeper purpose! ---- Photo Credits & References OpArt Blanket: Knitty.com - OpArt Blanket Girasole Pattern: Brooklyn Tweed - Girasole Pattern Building Blocks Blanket: Ravelry - Building Blocks Blanket Mobius Example: Ravelry - Cat's Momo Cowls Mobius Cowl Video: YouTube - Mobius Cowl Tutorial Colorwork (Shooting Stars): Ravelry - Shooting Stars Star Shape: Ravelry - Stjarna Wikipedia for more information on the pentagram: Wikipedia - Pentagram --- RESOURCE LINKS Jim's Intro To Palmistry Workshop: IntroToPalmistry.com Browse Katie's patterns on Ravelry: https://www.ravelry.com/designers/light-from-lantern Learn how to Knit With Color Magic - save $20 for a limited time using code COLOR20 at checkout: lightfromlantern.com/knitwithcolormagic Join Katie's Member Access knitting group for free for one month using code KASMEMBER at checkout: lightfromlantern.com/community --- JOIN KNIT A SPELL ON PATREON Support the show for $5/month and gain access to behind-the-scenes posts, episode outtakes and monthly polls! Receive a FREE Knit A Spell sticker after subscribing for 3 consecutive months!   Learn more & sign up at: https://www.patreon.com/KnitASpell --- SUBSCRIBE ON YOUTUBE Show your support by subscribing to our YouTube channel! It's free and helps a lot! Click below to subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/c/LightFromLantern?sub_confirmation=1  ---  REMINDER: GET 10% OFF AT SKEINSHOP.COM Use code: KaSbobbles to receive 10% off one order at SkeinShop.com. Valid thru June 30, 2024! ---  Follow Along on Instagram  • Knit A Spell @KnitASpell  • Katie @LightFromLantern  • Jim @DivineHandJim  --- DISCOVER OUR WEBSITES! Knit A Spell Podcast Website www.knitaspell.com About Katie Rempe / Light From Lantern - www.LightFromLantern.com About James Divine / Divine Hand Palmistry - www.TheDivineHand.com --- Knit A Spell is produced by Light From Lantern LLC  
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