Wednesday, May 22, 2013

Away

I know that it's been such a long time since an episode went up. To be honest with you, podcasting has not been a priority for me over the last few months. We have some big changes taking place in our little home and while these changes are exciting and wonderful for us, I have felt that all of my attention needed to be on enjoying life rather than a weekly (sometimes daily) to do list.
I have been saying that I'm coming back but honestly I am unsure. I need some time to relax, craft, and think through some things.
I pray that you and yours are all well and I hope to talk with you again soon.







Monday, January 14, 2013

Sunday, July 1, 2012

Episode 6: Life is CRAZY



Shownotes

-    MamaKnits is on   Itunes, Blip, and on the blog.
-       MamaKnits Ravelry Group….Please join!
   If you like what you see, please leave a review or star rating on i-tunes! 


-       FOS
o   Toothy Joe…by Rebecca Danger in The Big Book of Knitted Monsters
§  A quick review can be found in Episode 5
o   TheAge of Brass and Steam Shawlette out of Malabrigo Sock in Persia

-       The Lonely WIP…Skyp Socks by Adrienne Ku knit on US size 1 knit picks fixed circular needles. Using Shibui Sock in Marine

-Enabling…Sunnie Fairy Spinning SuppliesDrop Spindle Kit with Fiber in Crushed Grapes.

-Spinning thread on Knit Me Happy

-Boutros Babe of Highland Handmades

Thursday, May 3, 2012

Episode 3: Unexpected



Kristen is back after an unexpected 3 week break! Grab your knitting, a cup of coffee and let's chat.

KGASS Swap:

Thank you MirandaSmiles!

Malabrigo in Ravelry Red
Lolo Bar Sample in Toasted Coconut
Ladybug Stitch Markers from See Jayne Knit's etsy shop

WIPS: Whats on my needles?
*I forgot to note the size of needle for each project, so i made sure to do that here! Sorry!

Kvothe in Cakewalk Yarns' stash base in the Theodore colorway (US Size 3)

Simple Skyp Socks in Shibui Sock in Marine (US Size 1). Casted on the 56 stitched sock.
    -Paula of Knitting Pipeline's Socks
 
Abalone in Miss Babs Yowza Whatta Skein in Oyster (US Size 8)

FOs:
KGASS Square is on its way to its recipient. Picture of package posted when partner receives it.
Afterthought Heel Socks.

MamaSews:
Project bag for KGASS using the purl bee tutorial for the easy drawstring bag.
Sew-a-long with Knitting Brooklyn started on May 1st. If you are wanting to join in, hop on over. If you are an expert sewer....we need you!

Chit Chatty:
Spinning?! Inspiration from Diane of Knitabulls and Rachel of Knit me Happy.
Lois of Knittingsmybag
Will try a spindle first. Any suggestions?
Bluebonnet wheels...Bumblebee and Honeybee
PM me if you are interested in letting me borrow/rent one of your wheels!

Podcasts I love: Fiberesta Files (highland handmades), Lemknit Crochet, 2knitlit Chicks

Charity:
Dont forget about Remembering Remy! Use bright, joyful yarns!

Mama's on the Road:
Carolina Fiber Fest in Raleigh, NC May 18-20. PM me if you are attending!