6 Bits Storybooks

This episode is the wrap up of what we begun in an earlier podcast, Episode 10 Part A.

Both are being release simultaneously, so you don't have to wait (in case you are anything like me when it comes to patience!).

In Part A we look over images discussed and linked in your free guide created by our guest, Stephaine Alford. We think through each term that qualifies yarn colour behaviour in an effort to get a better idea of what to expect as we knit. Thoughtfully and with much merriment, Stephanie does an excellent job of explaining technical matters so we all have a common colour language.

Then be sure to give a listen to Part B and hear more important considerations for knitters to bear in mind as they shop for yarn on-line! Our yarn giveaways are also announced!

The download below is used in both Part A & Part B. Stephanie shares a link to a special web page she created just for us with lots of beautiful colour examples to see and compare in Part A as well as images to use for our "Monitor Tests" in Part B.

You can get the free guide very simply:

For US residents text SPACECADETYARN to 44222

OR

Visit: http://www.6bitsstorybooks.com/podcast-episodes/episode10

This week's podcast is a mini-training session on colour! Because we had such great content shared with us from an enthusiastic and knowledgable colour ambassador we have our first 2 part podcast!

Since I am not much of a "wait around until something happens" kinda girl I am sharing both segments this week. Take your time and listen at your leisure!

In Part A we look over images discussed and linked in your free guide created by our guest, Stephaine Alford. We think through each term that qualifies yarn colour behaviour in an effort to get a better idea of what to expect as we knit. Thoughtfully and with much merriment, Stephanie does an excellent job of explaining technical matters so we all have a common colour language.

Be sure to head to http://www.6bitsstorybooks.com/podcast-episodes/episode10 for the show notes as well as the helpful guide we use through out this episode.

Then be sure to give a listen to Part B and hear more important considerations for knitters to bear in mind as they shop for yarn on-line! Our yarn giveaways are also announced!

The Comfortable Conversation

Melody and Melissa sit together to chat about all things comfy: patterns, yarns, treasured knits are all discussed.

Gift Bit: This week's free gift is a tasty share from Melody and a free toasty pattern from Melissa. Get it delivered to your inbox: listeners in the USA can text COMFORT to 44222. All listeners can receive it via the 6 Bits Storybooks website in the Episode 9 show notes here http://www.6bitsstorybooks.com/podcast/

A Special Bit: Melody has launched a new shop with yarn, patterns and handmade items. Hear the lovely story about the thoughtful packaging Mandarine's shop uses. It is sure to warm your heart.

As always, be sure to leave a review to be entered in the monthly yarn giveaway! Next winner will be announced in Episode 10.

Welcome to Episode 8: Not Necessarily Knitting. Today we talk about ways apart from yarn and needles that influence our creative knitting endeavors.

Meet our guest Kate Booye and hear how a life lived in discovering craftiness can lead you in many directions.

Show notes and free treats available on the www.6bitsstorybooks.com website.

And remember, leaving an iTunes review automatically enters you in a monthly yarn and pattern giveaway!

In this week's episode Melody and Melissa discuss the starting of a project. Through similarities and differences between their approach, you may discover things that you do that are very unique! Share your thoughts!

This week 6 Bits Storybooks adds a fun feature for listeners in the US. Text "Episode7" to 44222 and receive the download delivered right to your inbox! Starting Strong: Tips & Considerations When Starting Your Next Project is your free gift. For those outside the US show notes and the free PDF download are available at http://www.6bitsstorybooks.com/podcast/ click on Episode 7 icon.

Mentions: The Unearth KAL, Buckaloo View Yarn & Sarah Deroo of The Copper Corgi

Melissa hosts this week's podcast alongside of you! Listen in as she answers 2 great questions from inquisitive listeners. The focus becomes YOUR unique yarn discoveries. It is a short episode with a great free gift you can download by visiting http://www.6bitsstorybooks.com/podcast/ and clicking on Episode #6

Infinite Twist is our lovely sponsor this week and we are proud to share their lovely yarn with a lucky winner announced in this episode! Even if you don't win, you can still win! Any of the kits available at http://infinitetwist.com/six-bits are artfully curated knitting experiences just waiting to be shared with you! Or they make GREAT GIFTS!

Lastly, we give helpful details about the first 6 Bits KAL! So treat yourself to some much deserved time to slow down,absorb the beauty around you and love the moment you can create.

Melody and Melissa invite listeners for a bit of the behind the scenes peek in to what they have been working on.

Worth mentioning: Our first KAL starts November 2nd! We hope to have you join us. Infinite Twist has created amazing and affordable kits available at http://infinitetwist.com/six-bits These complete kits include brilliant yarn, perfect knitting needles and a host of extras for $25.

Also a bit to think about: we are interested in your story! We talk about connecting with you and what you are creating.

And the winners are: Today we announce our first winners of yarn and patterns from UNEARTH. Listen to see if it is YOU!

Be sure to visit the beautifully refreshed website for more details: http://6bitsstorybooks.com

Episode 4 shares a love of capturing our knitting in great photos! We chat with creative business owner and yarn dyer of Space Cadet Yarns, Stephanie Alford about how to get that perfect shot once we have a finished object off the needles. I share ways You can win free yarn!

Be sure to head over to the podcast information page for this week's insightful pdf teaching tool. Yours free just for listening!

Episode 3 this week includes Melody's Bit with some sharing of something she enjoys in natural dyeing. Melissa's bit includes discovery and deconstruction of yarn. Both get together in the 6 Questions segments where the topic is about Discovery.

This week's sponsor is SpaceCadet Yarn, who passionately believe that knitting and crocheting make people happier, deep down inside, and that nothing does that more than working with gorgeous, vibrant yarn. For SpaceCadet Yarn, dyeing is a cosmic adventure! Head to http://spacecadetyarn.com to learn more about the out of this world yarns they can share with you!

AS ALWAYS we have a free gift for you this episode: A Yarn Discovery Activity to download, available at http://www.6bitsstorybooks.com/podcast/. It is the first in a 3 part series that we hope you enjoy and use to help you explore your own yarn.

Be sure to enter this month's Yarn Giveaway! Win yarn and the free pattern used in our first issue just by leaving us an iTunes or Podomatic review! Snap a screen shot of your review and send it to [email protected] Leave a review at both places and have an extra entry!

We are so thankful you chose to spend time with us this week! Remember we are still creating our story even after the podcast end, so look for us in all the social media places and at our website: http://www.6bitsstorybooks.com/#our-story

Episode 2 begins with a conversation between Melissa and Cate Carter-Evans of Infinite Twist. Cate shares not only helpful advice for mixing colours and a quick bit of colour theory in our chat, but she also has provided a downloadable guide with tips and teaching activities for listens. Also included is a great stash busting pattern.

6 Questions with Melody and Melissa segment includes some great discoveries about yarn and one another. Melissa is asked a question from a listener this week and that listener is in for quite a treat! This segment will have some changes to it in the works, so be sure to listen today and tell us what you think!

Our sponsor for today's 'cast is Infinite Twist: No creative person wants to waste their most precious resource - their time - on an unsuccessful project.

Infinite Twist takes the guess work out of yarn and color selection by providing what-you-see-is-what-you-get knitting kits. They sample everything using the same needles, notions, and patterns that go out with their kits to ensure we get the same fantastic results they did.

Kits also save you money, offering better value than yarn and notions bought piecemeal. If a project requires 75 yards of a particular color, 75 yards is in the kit - you don't have to pay for a whole skein to get the amount of yarn you need.

Infinite Twist kits are also great for travelers. Since everything you need is in included, you never have to worry about getting stuck on a long flight or car trip without the right needle or notion you need to move on with your project.

Kits are also great for gifts, or as a great starting point for learning new techniques. Even better, U.S. shipping is free on all orders above $30

View all their stunning kits online at http://infinitetwist.com/shop/

Be sure to visit the 6 Bits Storybooks website throughout October and see sneak peeks of what you can expect from out First Issue: UNEARTH.

As always, we are so thankful you chose to spend time with us today!

Don't forget to download your special free gift about colour theory and the free pattern by visiting: http://www.6bitsstorybooks.com/podcast/