After a short summer break, Anne and Steph are back behind the microphones – and celebrating one full year of the podcast!

In this episode, they look back on a wonderful in-person retreat in Norway with 18 knitters from North America and continental Europe before turning their attention to one of the highlights of the knitting year – Norwegian Wool Month.

You'll hear the story behind how Wool Month began, why it has become such an important tradition, what's happening during this year's event, and why supporting Norwegian wool, mills, designers, and small makers matters so much. Anne also shares how this year's projects came together, what participants can look forward to, and why Wool Month is about much more than knitting patterns.

Whether you're joining Norwegian Wool Month for the first time or returning for another year, this episode will give you a behind-the-scenes look at what makes August such a special month in our community

00:00 Podcast Return
01:05 Football And Knitting
04:38 What Is Wool Month
05:47 Origin Story
12:54 Naming The Event
14:28 This Years Schedule
16:54 Speakers And Recordings
21:03 Why Selbu Matters
24:43 Adding Lofoten Wool
25:37 Crafting Association Finds
26:21 Supporting Small Makers
27:56 Lofoten Wool Journey
29:28 Selbu Mitts Origins
32:20 Cowl Pattern Showcase
34:59 Socks Year Challenge
36:23 This Year Hat Plan
38:38 Yarn Notes Gimra
40:23 Wool Month Panels
44:31 Free Signup Wrap Up

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