Actually Knitting

Episode 35: Audition Process

Thanks so much for the lovely iTunes reviews and star ratings!

Knits in Rehearsal

Viajante by Martina Behm

I am now officially 1/3 done with this gigantic project.

Yarn: Miss Babs Kilimanjaro in the Believable color way

Needles: US Size 3 and US Size 4 Signature Convertibles

Whiz Bang Socks by Sarah Shoo

Sarah is half of the lovely duo behind the In a Sknit Video Podcast.

Yarn: Yarn Ink Sparkle Fingering in Oblivion

Needles: Size 1 Karbonz Fixed Circulars

Vanilla Socks

Yarn: Berry Colorful Yarnings Saturated Sock in the Shades of Grey colorway

Needles: Size 1 Addi Turbo circular needles

Astonish Top by Katy Banks

I talked a little bit about some issues I had due to the fact that I never actually got gauge.

Yarn: Knit Picks Lindy Chain in Sagebrush and Honey

Needles: Size 2 Addi Lace Turbos

Auditioning Knits

Instead of talking about actual patterns I'm auditioning, I talked a little bit about my process of selecting items to shop for when I am going to a festival or other yarnie event. I talked a little about how I use the bundles feature in Ravelry to keep all of my patterns organized.

I mentioned that I am still using the Stash2go App and really loving the features. I also talked about the one pattern that I am FOR SURE shopping for at Stitches Midwest this year, the Blue Sands Cardigan, but I want to do it with some neon in it!

So far I have 10 (10??) patterns on my list for Stitches shopping.

Knitting News, Notes and Events

The winner of the last giveaway for The Gleener still hasn't contacted me, so I hope she does soon! Listen to episode 34 to see if you were the lucky one!

PalKal 2015

We are well into the 2nd month now and I'm so excited every time I see a new Finished Object. Remember to keep the finished object thread chatter free, if possible.

Thanks so much to all of the sponsors who are still providing or have provided coupon codes!

Make sure to check out the Ravelry group for the pertinent threads. Thanks so much to all of our sponsors both of coupon codes and prizes.

This is the biggest KAL of the year for Actually Knitting!

Here are the rules:

Cast on: June 1

Bind off: September 1

The basic idea is to support a podcaster you listen to or watch by knitting one of their patterns and/or using their yarns for your project. You can also use a project bag by a podcaster!

1. The design, yarn/fiber and/or project bag must be from a knitting/crochet/fiber podcaster. (Not all 3, just one of those to qualify)

2. Use the chatter thread for discussion. Make suggestions. There are TONS of podcasts out there and almost no one knows about all of them, so if you know of a podcaster designer/yarnie/bag maker, feel free to share with us!

3. You are encouraged to take advantage of the coupon codes offered by our sponsors, but you are not limited to those podcasters for the KAL. Sponsors and coupon codes will be announced in an upcoming episode.

4. Please post finished objects in the non-chatter thread and include a link to the podcaster you are supporting.

5. Enter as many projects as you like. Each project gets a separate post in the non-chatter thread.

6. A note about project bags: a project bag may only be entered into the contest one time for an entry. (You can’t just keep using a podcaster project bag over and over and entering the contest that way).

7. You must be a member of the Actually Knitting Podcast Group to win.

8. Have fun supporting a podcaster designer or yarnie!

9. Please do not chatter in the non-chatter thread. It makes it more difficult to draw a winner!

10. Use the tag PALKAL2015 on Ravelry and #palkal2015 on Instagram

In addition, I've decided that you can use WIPS for this KAL. Yay!

We have some great sponsors and wonderful prizes that I can’t wait to share with you all! Let’s make some plans for summer knitting!

The coupon codes will be listed on the podcast and are available here as well:

Dianne from Suburban Stitcher, use code PALKAL2015 for 10% off of any order May 25th through July 31st

Alana Dakos from Never Not Knitting, use PALKAL for 25% off of any PDF pattern (not books)

Megan from Stockinette Zombies, use ActuallyKnittingPalKal for 30% off through the end of July

Elizabeth Green Musselman from Dark Matter Knits, use the code PalKal15 for 20% off of any of her self-published patterns, through September 1st.

Daniela from Caffeinated Knitting Video Podcast, use the code ACTUALLYCAFFEINATED for 50% off her patterns through September 1.

Angela from the Revelations of a Delusional Knitter Podcast, use the code PALKAL2015 for 25% off of her patterns.

Sarah Shoo from In a Sknit is offering her new pattern, Whiz Bang Socks, for $1.50 with the code ActuallyKnitting15

Christina from A Knitter's Life Video Podcast, use the code PALKAL2015 for 1$ off of her patterns, through September 1.

Gina from Brownie Knits Podcast, use the code palkal25 for 25% off your entire order.

Thanks also for the generous (now expired) coupon codes from:

Jennifer Lassonde from Down Cellar Studio

Emily from Fibertown Knits

Anne from the Carolina Fiber Girls

Allie from Caffeinated Knitting

Prizes:

Jan B. Smiley

1 project bag

Suburban Stitcher/Dianne

1 sock size draw string bag of winner's choice from her Etsy Shop.

Danie from The Prarie Girls Knit and Spin podcast and One Twisted Tree

1 skein of her Prime Sock Yarn in the Hinky Punk colorway

Mel from With Mel Video Podcast

3 patterns from her Ravelry Store

Stacie/Must Stash Yarns and Video Podcast

1 skein of her Extended Play Version of Darkside of the Moon

Emily/Fibretown

1 skein of yarn

Megan Williams/Stockinette Zombies

Sock Pattern kit that includes yarn, pattern and a bag

Anne/Carolina Fiber Girls

1 sock pattern

Estela/One More Row Please (blog/designer)

2 patterns from her Ravelry Store

Laura/Gynx Yarns

1 skein of yarn

Brenda Castiel/designer

3 patterns from her Ravelry store

Maria/Stitched in Sweden

A pattern from her Ravelry Store

Jennifer from the Down Cellar Studio Podcast,

Trickle Shawl Kit from Infinite Twist

Stash Dash is still going strong! Check out The Knit Girlls for more information.

Stitches Midwest is August 6-9. I'll be there, will you?

I also just finalized plans to attend SAFF, October 30-November 1 in Fletcher, NC.

Intermission: Ask me Anything

I answer a question from a listener about my knitting history.

Non-Knitting Segments

What a Crock!

Slow Cooker Stuffed Cabbage Rolls

Love it or Leave it

Love it: Vacation with my bestest girlfriend!

Leave it: 100 degree temps in Charlotte. GIVE ME A BREAK!

Other News and Notes

Running updates:

I'm really enjoying the power of the group when running. It just makes it easier!

I also purchased a running hydration belt, I'll be happy to let you know what I think if you are interested in such things.

I finished reading The Martian by Andy Weir and I highly recommend it!

I'm back to reading Written in my Own Heart's Blood by Diana Gabaldon, mostly because I finished the Starz TV series that goes with the first book in the series.

I also started reading a very silly beach type read, Shopaholic to the Stars (which I called by the wrong title) by Sophie Kinsella. The books in this series are really silly but they don't disappoint.

Thanks for listening!

Thank you so much to all the new and returning listeners out there, and double thanks for the lovely iTunes reviews!

Special shout-out to Elizabeth Green Musselman from Dark Matter Knits for both mentioning the podcast on her podcast and for putting information about the PalKal in her newsletter.

Knitting Segments

Show Ready Knits

Make it Work by Allie Coffey

Make it Work by Allie Coffey

Yarn: Bijou Basin Ranch Lhasa Wilderness from the Outlandish Collection in the Culloden colorway.

Needles: Knitter's Pride Nova Platina in size 4 and 6

I was also lucky enough to review both the yarn and needles I used on this project. Listen up

to hear my thoughts.

Make sure you check out the Outlandish Collection by Bijou Basin Ranch.

I also mentioned the Clara Parkes Craftsy Class if you are interested in learning more about yarn.

I also really enjoyed reviewing the Knitter's Pride Nova Platina Interchangeable Needles.

Tre o Molti by Anthony Casalena

Yarn: Madeline Tosh Tosh Merino Light in Flashdance (purple), Antique Lace (cream) and Vanilla Bean (variegated with creams, purples, browns)

Needles: US 7/4.5 mm

I love this project and I'll be entering it for the Around Your Neck Kal that is happening with Dianne of the Suburban Stitcher Video Podcast and Stacy of Must Stash Yarns and Podcast.

Here's the Lenny Kravitz scarf I talked about which I will most definitely NOT be knitting.

I also mentioned the

Stash Dash Update: This brings my yardage to 985 or 900.684 meters towards my goal

Knits in Rehearsal

Vanilla Socks

I started a new pair of self-striping socks while I was camping last weekend.

Yarn: Berry Colorful Yarnings Saturated Sock in the Shades of Grey colorway

Needles: Size 1 Addi Turbo circular needles

I mentioned that I referenced Laura Linneman's After Thought Heel Recipe.

Astonish Top by Katy Banks

After some ripping back, I've been working on this again.

Yarn: Knit Picks Lindy Chain in Sagebrush and Honey

Needles: Size 2 Addi Lace Turbos

Whiz Bang Socks by Sarah Shoo

Sarah is half of the lovely duo behind the In a Sknit Video Podcast.

Yarn: Yarn Ink Sparkle Fingering in Oblivion

Needles: Size 1 Karbonz Fixed Circulars

I briefly mentioned my opinion about the Chiaogoo Bamboo Circular needles.

Sarah is offering a coupon code to get this pattern for $1.50. Use code ActuallyKnitting15 at checkout!

I talked about my summer knitting plans while I'm Knitting Like It's My Job.

Auditioning Knits

Sun Tea by Laura Aylor

Knitting News, Notes and Events

World Wide Knit in Public Day was a huge success! Thanks to everyone who came out! Special thanks to our sponsors:

Charlotte Yarn

Yarnhouse

Cottage Yarn

Baskets of Yarn

Another special thanks to all the individual prize donors! You helped make the day fun!

Stitches Midwest is August 6-9. I'll be there, will you?

Stash Dash is still going strong! Check out The Knit Girlls for more information.

Pal Kal Progress

Make sure to check out the Ravelry group for the pertinent threads. Thanks so much to all of our sponsors both of coupon codes and prizes.

PALKAL 2015

PalKal is happening starting June 1st! I answer a few questions I've been asked on the boards, but feel free to ask anything that you think of. The most important update is that I've decided that you can use Wips for the PALKAL. Please use #palkal2015 on Instagram. I can't wait to see what you decide to do!

This is the biggest KAL of the year for Actually Knitting!

The Podcast Along Knit Along will start officially on June 1st, but let’s start our plotting and planning now!

Here are the rules:

Cast on: June 1

Bind off: September 1

The basic idea is to support a podcaster you listen to or watch by knitting one of their patterns and/or using their yarns for your project. You can also use a project bag by a podcaster!

1. The design, yarn/fiber and/or project bag must be from a knitting/crochet/fiber podcaster. (Not all 3, just one of those to qualify)

2. Use the chatter thread for discussion. Make suggestions. There are TONS of podcasts out there and almost no one knows about all of them, so if you know of a podcaster designer/yarnie/bag maker, feel free to share with us!

3. You are encouraged to take advantage of the coupon codes offered by our sponsors, but you are not limited to those podcasters for the KAL. Sponsors and coupon codes will be announced in an upcoming episode.

4. Please post finished objects in the non-chatter thread and include a link to the podcaster you are supporting.

5. Enter as many projects as you like. Each project gets a separate post in the non-chatter thread.

6. A note about project bags: a project bag may only be entered into the contest one time for an entry. (You can’t just keep using a podcaster project bag over and over and entering the contest that way).

7. You must be a member of the Actually Knitting Podcast Group to win.

8. Have fun supporting a podcaster designer or yarnie!

9. Please do not chatter in the non-chatter thread. It makes it more difficult to draw a winner!

10. Use the tag PALKAL2015 on Ravelry and #palkal2015 on Instagram

In addition, I've decided that you can use WIPS for this KAL. Yay!

We have some great sponsors and wonderful prizes that I can’t wait to share with you all! Let’s make some plans for summer knitting!

The coupon codes will be listed on the podcast and are available here as well:

Dianne from Suburban Stitcher, use code PALKAL2015 for 10% off of any order May 25th through July 31st

Jennifer from the Down Cellar Studio Podcast, use code PALKAL15 for 30% off through June 15th

Alana Dakos from Never Not Knitting, use PALKAL for 25% off of any PDF pattern (not books)

Megan from Stockinette Zombies, use ActuallyKnittingPalKal for 30% off through the end of July

Anne from the Carolina Fiber Girls, use PALKAL50 for 50% off any of her patterns

Elizabeth Green Musselman from Dark Matter Knits, use the code PalKal15 for 20% off of any of her self-published patterns, through September 1st.

Allie Coffey from Caffeinated Knitting Video Podcast, use the code PALKAL2015 for 50% off of her patterns.

Daniela from Caffeinated Knitting Video Podcast, use the code ACTUALLYCAFFEINATED for 50% off her patterns through September 1.

Angela from the Revelations of a Delusional Knitter Podcast, use the code PALKAL2015 for 25% off of her patterns.

Sarah Shoo from In a Sknit is offering her new pattern, Whiz Bang Socks, for $1.50 with the code ActuallyKnitting15

Prizes:

Suburban Stitcher/Dianne

1 sock size draw string bag of winner's choice from her Etsy Shop.

Danie from The Prarie Girls Knit and Spin podcast and One Twisted Tree

1 skein of her Prime Sock Yarn in the Hinky Punk colorway

Mel from With Mel Video Podcast

3 patterns from her Ravelry Store

Stacie/Must Stash Yarns and Video Podcast

1 skein of her Extended Play Version of Darkside of the Moon

Emily/Fibretown

1 skein of yarn

Megan Williams/Stockinette Zombies

Sock Pattern kit that includes yarn, pattern and a bag

Anne/Carolina Fiber Girls

1 sock pattern

Estela/One More Row Please (blog/designer)

2 patterns from her Ravelry Store

Laura/Gynx Yarns

1 skein of

Brenda Castiel/designer

3 patterns from her Ravelry store

Maria/Stitched in Sweden

A pattern from her Ravelry Store

Jennifer from the Down Cellar Studio Podcast,

Trickle Shawl Kit from Infinite Twist

My other plans for the Pal Kal are:

Los Monos Locos in my One Twisted Tree Prime Sock in the Disco Lemonade color way

Pump of the Volume Socks, Cool Clavicle Cover and the Seamless Saloma Slippers, all by Megan Williams.

Aila Grace Shawl by Jennifer Lassonde.

Swirl E Socks by Susie White.

Gleener Giveaway Contest ended on June 15th, listen up to see if you are the lucky winner!

Knitting Talk Back: Blocking

Listen up for some information on blocking, what my go-to tools are and a review of the Knitter's Pride Blockers.

This tutorial from Craftsy has some great information for new and experienced knitters.

Non-Knitting Segments

What a Crock

Spaghetti Squash Chow Mein

This recipe isn't truly a crockpot recipe, but I use mine to cook the spaghetti squash! Makes it really easy to get started on the rest of the recipe when you get home from work.

Love it or Leave it

Love it: Summer Break is here!

Leave it: Construction on my building

Other News and Notes

I have been able to spend some time with my family recently, which was very nice. I am still reading The Martian by Andy Weir and I actually picked up Written in my Own Heart's Blood by Diana Gabaldon again.

Running updates: nothing to share, just plugging along.

Thanks for listening!

Knitting Segments Thanks for the new iTunes reviews and for the lovely mentions on The 2 Knit Lit Chicks podcast, The Knotty Girls Knit Cast and The Knitmore Girls. Show Ready Knits

Mug Cozy

Pattern: The Mug Sleeve by Brook Croley

Yarn: Knit Picks Swish Worsted

Needles: Size 6 Knitter's Pride Karbonz

Listen up to hear my review of the Karbonz Interchangeable Needles!

Vanilla Socks

I am one row away from the bind-off, so I'm saving this for #stashdash2015 as well.

Yarn: Wisdom Yarns Saki Bamboo in the Garnet Ridge colorway

Needles: US 1.5 Addi Lace fixed circular needles

I mentioned my LYS, Yarn House, which you should definitely check out if you are in the area.

I also talked about a way to organize your projects on Ravelry.

Knits in Rehearsal

Viajante by Martina Behm

No real updates here. I hope to finish this by the time I take my trip with my best friend this summer. It would be a great amount of yardage for #stashdash2015.

Yarn: Miss Babs Kilimanjaro in the Believable color way

Needles: US Size 3 and US Size 4 Signature Convertibles

Tre o Molti by Anthony Casalena

Yarn: Madeline Tosh Tosh Merino Light in Flashdance (purple), Antique Lace (cream) and Vanilla Bean (variegated with creams, purples, browns)

Needles: US 7/4.5 mm

I am really loving this project and I'll be using it for the Around Your Neck Kal that is happening with Dianne of the Suburban Stitcher Video Podcast and Stacy of Must Stash Yarns and Podcast.

Vanilla Socks

I started a new pair of self-striping socks while I was camping last weekend.

Yarn: Berry Colorful Yarnings Saturated Sock in the Shades of Grey colorway

Needles: Size 1 Addi Turbo circular needles

Make it Work by Allie Coffey

Yarn: Bijou Basin Ranch Lhasa Wilderness from the Outlandish Collection in the Culloden colorway. (I'll review this yarn in depth on episode 34).

Needles: Knitter's Pride Nova Platina in size 4 and 6 (I'll also be reviewing these needles in episode 34)

Long Tail Cast On

Here's the document I found to help estimate the inches of yarn needed to do a Long Tail Cast On.

Knitting News, Notes and Events

The Fix-A-Stitch contest ended on May31. Listen up to see if you are the lucky winner!

The Gleener giveaway is going through May 15th, see the Ravelry group for details.

All the Kals I'm doing this summer:

There are so many awesome KALS happening now or starting very soon. If you like knitting along with others you are sure to find something you'd like to participate in. Double, triple or quadruple dipping is encouraged by the Actually Knitting Podcast.

Stash Dash is a KAL sponsored by the Knit Girllls. Be sure to check them out for more information. I think I will enter the 5k option this year. I talk about my current wips and where I stand for yardage if I finish them all!

Around Your Neck is a KAL sponsored by Dianne of Suburban Stitcher Stacy of Must Stash Yarns and Podcast .

Cardi, Tank or Tee is being sponsored by the 2 Knit Lit Chicks. I am working on my Astonish Top for this KAL.

The Great Outdoors KAL is sponsored by Emily of the Knitting Butterflies podcast. She wants you to be inspired to knit in or for the great outdoors this summer.

PALKAL 2015

PalKal is happening starting June 1st! I answer a few questions I've been asked on the boards, but feel free to ask anything that you think of. The most important update is that I've decided that you can use Wips for the PALKAL. Please use #palkal2015 on Instagram. I can't wait to see what you decide to do!

This is the biggest KAL of the year for Actually Knitting!

The Podcast Along Knit Along will start officially on June 1st, but let’s start our plotting and planning now!

Here are the rules:

Cast on: June 1

Bind off: September 1

The basic idea is to support a podcaster you listen to or watch by knitting one of their patterns and/or using their yarns for your project. You can also use a project bag by a podcaster!

1. The design, yarn/fiber and/or project bag must be from a knitting/crochet/fiber podcaster. (Not all 3, just one of those to qualify)

2. Use the chatter thread for discussion. Make suggestions. There are TONS of podcasts out there and almost no one knows about all of them, so if you know of a podcaster designer/yarnie/bag maker, feel free to share with us!

3. You are encouraged to take advantage of the coupon codes offered by our sponsors, but you are not limited to those podcasters for the KAL. Sponsors and coupon codes will be announced in an upcoming episode.

4. Please post finished objects in the non-chatter thread and include a link to the podcaster you are supporting.

5. Enter as many projects as you like. Each project gets a separate post in the non-chatter thread.

6. A note about project bags: a project bag may only be entered into the contest one time for an entry. (You can’t just keep using a podcaster project bag over and over and entering the contest that way).

7. You must be a member of the Actually Knitting Podcast Group to win.

8. Have fun supporting a podcaster designer or yarnie!

9. Please do not chatter in the non-chatter thread. It makes it more difficult to draw a winner!

10. Use the tag PALKAL2015 on Ravelry and #palkal2015 on Instagram

In addition, I've decided that you can use WIPS for this KAL. Yay!

We have some great sponsors and wonderful prizes that I can’t wait to share with you all! Let’s make some plans for summer knitting!

The coupon codes will be listed on the podcast and are available here as well:

Dianne from Suburban Stitcher, use code PALKAL2015 for 10% off of any order May 25th through July 31st

Jennifer from the Down Cellar Studio Podcast, use code PALKAL15 for 30% off through June 15th

Alana Dakos from Never Not Knitting, use PALKAL for 25% off of any PDF pattern (not books)

Megan from Stockinette Zombies, use ActuallyKnittingPalKal for 30% off through the end of July

Anne from the Carolina Fiber Girls, use PALKAL50 for 50% off any of her patterns

Elizabeth Green Musselman from Dark Matter Knits, use the code PalKal15 for 20% off of any of her self-published patterns, through September 1st.

Allie Coffey from Caffeinated Knitting Video Podcast, use the code PALKAL2015 for 50% off of her patterns.

Daniela from Caffeinated Knitting Video Podcast, use the code ACTUALLYCAFFEINATED for 50% off her patterns through September 1.

Angela from the Revelations of a Delusional Knitter Podcast, use the code PALKAL2015 for 25% off of her patterns.

New this Episode:

Christina from A Knitter's Life Video Podcast, use the code PALKAL2015 for 1$ off of her patterns, through September 1.

Today for the first time I mention the prizes! So far we have 15 prizes for some lucky listeners. Thanks so much to the sponsors below for their donations!

Suburban Stitcher/Dianne

1 sock size draw string bag of winner's choice from her Etsy Shop.

Danie from The Prarie Girls Knit and Spin podcast and One Twisted Tree

1 skein of her Prime Sock Yarn in the Hinky Punk colorway

Mel from With Mel Video Podcast

3 patterns from her Ravelry Store

Stacie/Must Stash Yarns and Video Podcast

1 skein of her Extended Play Version of Darkside of the Moon

Emily/Fibretown

1 skein of yarn

Megan Williams/Stockinette Zombies

Sock Pattern kit that includes yarn, pattern and a bag

Anne/Carolina Fiber Girls

1 sock pattern

Estela/One More Row Please (blog/designer)

2 patterns from her Ravelry Store

Laura/Gynx Yarns

1 skein of

Brenda Castiel/designer

3 patterns from her Ravelry store

Other Events:

World Wide Knit in Public Day is June 13, 2015. If you are local or Semi-local, please join us at Heist Brewery in Noda, Charlotte, NC. Details can be found on the Ravelry board or on the brand new Actually Knitting Podcast Facebook page! We will be joined by the Carolina Fiber Girls, Ann and Janis, and tons of lovely knitters!

Mini-Skein Swap Group

Stitches Midwest:

I'll be at this event August 6-9, 2015 and I cannot wait! If you are going be sure to let me know!

Knitting TalkBack: Caring for your Knits Listen up as I share some listener comments about how they care for their knits. I also review Allure Fiber Wash by Bijou Basin Ranch. Non-Knitting Segments Love it or Leave it Love it: Meditation App called Breathe I mentioned learning a little bit about meditation from the Teaching Your Brain to Knit Podcast. Leave it: Fear of sunburn is now dominating my life! Other News and Notes I am still reading The Martian by Andy Weir I mentioned some new to me podcasts, including Stitched in Sweden with Maria and New Hampshire Knits with Claire. I also mentioned reading The Red Tent by Anita Diamant and Top Secret 21 by Janet Evanovich. (Oops, I accidentally called this book Takedown 21!) I officially start my 1/2 Marathon training on June 6th! Thank you so much for listening!

Thanks so much for the itunes reviews and also to all the new listeners, returning listeners, Instagram followers and group members on Ravelry!

Knitting Segments Show Ready Knits

Diamond Mosaic Washcloth by Valerie Beard

Yarn: Lily Sugar 'n Cream Solids in Red

Needles: Knit Picks Caspian Straight Needles in Size 4 US/3.5 mm

This washcloth knitted up super quick and has a lovely diamond pattern that I might borrow for a future project

This went into my gift for my mom for Mothers Day and I have to say, it was a pretty impressive looking gift!

Knits In Rehearsal

Viajante by Martina Behm

No real updates here. I hope to finish this by the time I take my trip with my best friend this summer. It would be a great amount of yardage for #stashdash2015.

Yarn: Miss Babs Kilimanjaro in the Believable color way

Needles: US Size 3 and US Size 4 Signature Convertibles

Vanilla Socks

I am one row away from the bind-off, so I'm saving this for #stashdash2015 as well.

Yarn: Wisdom Yarns Saki Bamboo in the Garnet Ridge colorway

Needles: US 1.5 Addi Lace fixed circular needles

These two projects are in hibernation for the time being...

Mama Vertebrae by Kelly Brooker

Haven't worked on this project in a while. It's just too hot to knit a cardigan!

Yarn: Malabrigo Rios in the Chispas Colorway

Needles: Size 6 Signature Convertibles

Lucy Hat by Carina Spencer

Again, just not really in the mood for this right now with the hot weather.

Yarn: Jones Street DK by The Copper Corgi

Needles: Signature Convertibles Size

I've worked quite a bit on....

Astonish Top by Katy Banks

I decided to stop and measure myself before continuing on, and it looks like I need to rip back a few rows and add about 1/2 an inch to the body before I knit the second section.

Yarn: Knit Picks Lindy Chain in Sagebrush and Honey

Needles: Size 2 Addi Lace Turbos

Newly in Rehearsal...

Tre o Molti by Anthony Casalena

I am really enjoying this pattern! It's very addictive, as everything is in small sections. When you finish one, you really want to start the next one!

Yarn: Madeline Tosh Tosh Merino Light in Flashdance (purple), Antique Lace (cream) and Vanilla Bean (variegated with creams, purples, browns)

Needles: US 7/4.5 mm

I am really loving this project and I'll be using it for the Around Your Neck Kal that is happening with Dianne of the Suburban Stitcher Video Podcast.

I did finish some blanket squares..but the blanket is a long way from being finished.

Auditioning Knits

Make it Work by Allie Coffey

Allie is the co-host of the Caffeinated Knitting Video Podcast

I'll likely cast this on soon, as it's going to be my first project for the #PALKAL2015. I have some lovely Bijou Basin Ranch yarn from their Outlandish Collection that I'll be using, and I'll be doing a yarn review on Episode 33.

Whiz Bang Socks by Sarah from In a Sknit

Knitting News, Notes and Events

Prizes were shipped last week, hopefully everyone has received their packages!

Speaking of prizes...

The Date Night contest is officially closed. The winner was announced, so listen up to see if you are the lucky one!

We still have the ongoing Fix-A-Stitch contest. Listen to episode 31 for details on how to win this amazing tool! The contest will run until May 31.

So. Many. KALS....

There are so many awesome KALS happening now or starting very soon. If you like knitting along with others you are sure to find something you'd like to participate in. Double, triple or quadruple dipping is encouraged by the Actually Knitting Podcast.

Stash Dash is a KAL sponsored by the Knit Girllls. Be sure to check them out for more information. I think I will enter the 5k option this year. I talk about my current wips and where I stand for yardage if I finish them all!

Around Your Neck is a KAL sponsored by Dianne of Suburban Stitcher. Her blog is linked above. Wips count!

Cardi, Tank or Tee is being sponsored by the 2 Knit Lit Chicks. I am working on my Astonish Top for this KAL.

The Great Outdoors KAL is sponsored by Emily of the Knitting Butterflies podcast. She wants you to be inspired to knit in or for the great outdoors this summer.

PALKAL 2015

PalKal is happening starting June 1st! I answer a few questions I've been asked on the boards, but feel free to ask anything that you think of. The most important update is that I've decided that you can use Wips for the PALKAL. Please use #palkal2015 on Instagram. I can't wait to see what you decide to do!

This is the biggest KAL of the year for Actually Knitting!

The Podcast Along Knit Along will start officially on June 1st, but let’s start our plotting and planning now!

Here are the rules:

Cast on: June 1

Bind off: September 1

The basic idea is to support a podcaster you listen to or watch by knitting one of their patterns and/or using their yarns for your project. You can also use a project bag by a podcaster!

1. The design, yarn/fiber and/or project bag must be from a knitting/crochet/fiber podcaster. (Not all 3, just one of those to qualify)

2. Use the chatter thread for discussion. Make suggestions. There are TONS of podcasts out there and almost no one knows about all of them, so if you know of a podcaster designer/yarnie/bag maker, feel free to share with us!

3. You are encouraged to take advantage of the coupon codes offered by our sponsors, but you are not limited to those podcasters for the KAL. Sponsors and coupon codes will be announced in an upcoming episode.

4. Please post finished objects in the non-chatter thread and include a link to the podcaster you are supporting.

5. Enter as many projects as you like. Each project gets a separate post in the non-chatter thread.

6. A note about project bags: a project bag may only be entered into the contest one time for an entry. (You can’t just keep using a podcaster project bag over and over and entering the contest that way).

7. You must be a member of the Actually Knitting Podcast Group to win.

8. Have fun supporting a podcaster designer or yarnie!

9. Please do not chatter in the non-chatter thread. It makes it more difficult to draw a winner!

10. Use the tag PALKAL2015 on Ravelry and #palkal2015 on Instagram

In addition, I've decided that you can use WIPS for this KAL. Yay!

We have some great sponsors and wonderful prizes that I can’t wait to share with you all! Let’s make some plans for summer knitting!

The coupon codes will be listed on the podcast and are available here as well:

Dianne from Suburban Stitcher, use code PALKAL2015 for 10% off of any order May 25th through July 31st

Jennifer from the Down Cellar Studio Podcast, use code PALKAL15 for 30% off through June 15th

Emily from Fibretown, use PALKAL25 for 25% off through May 31st

Laura from The Knit Girllls, SSKROCKS for 34% off through May 31st

Alana Dakos from Never Not Knitting, use PALKAL for 25% off of any PDF pattern (not books)

Megan from Stockinette Zombies, use ActuallyKnittingPalKal for 30% off through the end of July

Anne from the Carolina Fiber Girls, use PALKAL50 for 50% off any of her patterns

Elizabeth Green Musselman from Dark Matter Knits, use the code PalKal15 for 20% off of any of her self-published patterns, through September 1st.

New this episode:

Allie Coffey from Caffeinated Knitting Video Podcast, use the code PALKAL2015 for 50% off of her patterns.

Daniela from Caffeinated Knitting Video Podcast, use the code ACTUALLYCAFFEINATED for 50% off her patterns through September 1.

Angela from the Revelations of a Delusional Knitter Podcast, use the code PALKAL2015 for 25% off of her patterns.

I already mentioned by plan to knit the Make it Work Hat (linked above), and the Whiz Bang Socks (also linked above), and then I mention that I also want to make the Swirl-E Socks by Susie White of the Prairie Girls Knit and Spin Podcast. I also mentioned making Los Monos Locos by Jennifer O'Sullivan.

Other Events:

World Wide Knit in Public Day is June 13, 2015. If you are local or Semi-local, please join us at Heist Brewery in Noda, Charlotte, NC. Details can be found on the Ravelry board or on the brand new Actually Knitting Podcast Facebook page! We will be joined by the Carolina Fiber Girls, Ann and Janis, and tons of lovely knitters!

Stitches Midwest:

I'll be at this event August 6-9, 2015 and I cannot wait! If you are going be sure to let me know!

Knitting Girls Weekend in Asheville

I visited the Dressing Downton exhibit at the Biltmore House and really enjoyed it.

I also fell (hard) off of the #stashdownthrowdown wagon at the Black Mountain Yarn Shop. I bought some Shibui Knits Staccato, and some souvenir yarn by Fable Fibers.

I also visited Friends and Fiberworks in Candler, NC. I fell down again (not as hard) and bought some Lydia Yarns Gradient Sock.

I am trying not to feel guilty about buying

The Reviews are In

This episode I review Renewe Dryer Balls by Mountain Meadow Wool. While these aren't really a product specific to knitting, they are made from wool and I really enjoyed using them.

Knitting Talk Back: Caring for your Knits

This episode I start a series of talkbacks about taking care of your knitted items. If you have any ideas, feel free to share them with the group. Today I talk about a product I really love, The Gleener. Listen to details about how to win one of these awesome tools for yourself! This contest will run from May 22 to June 15.

Intermission Ask Me Anything

In this episode I answer a question about my theatre life!

Non-Knitting Segments What a Crock!

I went old school in this episode and made a dish I found from Betty Crocker. Betty Crocker Slow Cooker Chicken with Tomatoes and Artichokes.

Love it or Leave it

Love it:

Garfunkel and Oates on Netflix!

Leave it:

Stress due to final exams coming up! I think I can I think I can I think I can!

Other News and Notes: No running news to update. I finished reading The Girl on the Train, and I liked it, but wasn't as impressed by it as I hoped I would be. I started reading The Martian by Andy Weir and I'm really enjoying it so far.

Episode 29: Date Night! Knitting Segments! Show Ready Knits

Adjustable Coffee Mug Wrap by Danido Crafty

Yarn: Paton's North America Classic Wool Worsted in the Dark Gray Mix

Needles: Size 5 Knit Picks Caspian Wood Straights

First FO for the RakAlong (How lazy have I been about my own KAL?)

I cast on 12 stitches instead of 11 because I wanted my increases, etc, to all be in the center.

The Cup Sleeve by Brook Croley

Yarn: Paton's North America Classic Wool Worsted in the Dark Gray Mix

Needles: Size 6 Signature Convertibles (Magic Loop)

This is my 2nd FO for the RakAlong, and it would make a great project to learn cables and knitting in the round.

Both of these projects will count for the KAL going on in the Down Cellar Studio Podcast group, hosted by Boston Jen!

Knits in Rehearsal

Viajante by Martina Behm

This is now in the knit until forever stage, but I love it!

Finally, actually cast this on instead of just talking about casting it on!

Yarn: Miss Babs Kilimanjaro in the Believable color way

Needles: US Size 3 and US Size 4 Signature Convertibles

Vanilla Socks

No pattern on this one, just cast on 32 stitches using Judy's Magic Cast On, did the increases until I had 64, and started knitting away. Great travel project, until I get to the heel, of course. As a still relatively new sock knitter, I don't have the heels down by memory yet. What's your favorite toe-up heel?

Yarn: Wisdom Yarns Saki Bamboo in the Garnet Ridge colorway

Needles: US 1.5 Addi Lace fixed circular needles

Judy's Magic Cast On

I mentioned the OMG Heel by Meghan Williams and the Mystik Spiral Socks by Josh Ryks.

Catnip Socks by Wendy D. Johnson

I finished the first sock a couple of weeks ago, but haven't gotten much done other than the toe on the second one.

Yarn: One Twisted Tree Prime Sock in the HinkyPunk Colorway

Dyed by the wonderful Danie of the Prairie Girls Knit and Spin Podcast

Needles: US Size 1.5 Addi Turbo fixed circular needles

Mama Vertebrae by Kelly Brooker

I am plugging along on this, but it's become a mostly at home project since I am alternating skeins and that's a lot of yarn to carry in your purse (though I've done it before!) I have linked to my project, which is still in the very beginning stages, but please check out the design as well.

Yarn: Malabrigo Rios in the Chispas Colorway

Needles: Size 6 Signature Convertibles

Crochet Provision Cast On

Knitting News, Notes and Events

RakAlong

You have until May 1, 2015 to post your finished objects. Make something for someone "just because." There is no yardage requirement, but you need to keep your entry to 1 post per person, so just update your original post each time you finish something.

2015 Goals Update

I wanted to update you (and myself) on my progress on my 2015 goals, now that we've reached the end of the 1st quarter of the year. Listen up to hear how I've done on my 5 knitting goals of 2015:

• Education
• Charity Knitting
• Gift Knitting
• Knitting from Stash
• Zen Knitting

Stashdown Throwdown

Don't forget to use the hashtag #stashdownthrowdown on Instagram! How are you doing with your Stashdown goals? Are you loving that amazing stash?

Giveaway: Knit, Wear, Love by Amy Herzog

In episode 28 I reviewed this amazing book, don't forget to join the Actually Knitting Podcast Group on Ravelry and enter to win your copy! The contest runs through May 1st!

500 Member Giveaway

I announced the winner of the 500 member giveaway! Listen up to see if you are the lucky winner of a great bag!

Knitting Talk Back: Date Night

Date Night is a fabulous collection of 5 patterns by Maria Yarley of Elegant Economy Knits. I hope you enjoy the review and, there is a copy for a lucky listener, too! Listen to the episode to find out how to enter!

Non-Knitting Segments What a Crock

Slow Cooker Chicken Tikka Masala

Love it or Leave it

Love it: Spring Break, my trip to Savannah

Leave it: Chores!

Stage Craft

I did a little bit of sewing this week, and made this project bag!

I used this tutorial to make the bag, very easy to follow for a non-seamstress like myself! Thanks to the Knitmore Girls for pointing me in the direction of this tutorial.

Other News and Notes

Book Updates

I finished reading Breakfast with Buddha by Roland Merullo. I really enjoyed it and recommend it!

I mentioned the podcast Teaching Your Brain to Knit.

I'm still doing this book challenge. 26 Books in 2015 Book Challenge

I started reading The Rosie Effect by Graeme Simsion. I loved the first book in this series, The Rosie Project so I have high hopes for this one!

Running Updates

I will run my first 10k on Saturday April 11, 2015. I'm a bit nervous because I'm still having some problems but, I'm as ready as I'm going to be! Wish me luck!

Episode 26

Where did my Mojo Go?

Thanks for the iTunes reviews and also special thanks to Revelry users Peach and JennyK50046 for donating to the podcast and to the class I will be teaching at the women's recovery center.

Knitting Segments Show Ready Knits

Effortless Cardigan by Hannah Fettig

Here's a lousy mirror selfie, but at least you can see it!

Knits in Rehearsal

That Nice Stitch by Susan Ashcroft

Still on my Needles right now:

Memory Blanket by Georgie Hallam

That Nice Stitch by Susan Ashcroft

Color Affection Cowl

Mystik Spiral Socks

Hope to start very soon: Mama Vertebrae by Kelly Brooker

I'll be making this out of Malabrigo Arroyo in the Chispas color way, as seen in my Toujours sweater which I finished last summer.

Auditioning Knits

Skew by Kyoko Nakayoshi

Newsom by Bristol Ivy

Knitting News, Notes and Events

Carolina Fiber Frolic, March 20-22. I heard it's sold out but email for details.

New KAL: The RAK-Along

#rakalong

Rak: Random Act of Kindness

Knit something for someone just because, or knit for charity. Not a birthday or holiday, but just to do something nice for someone else.

Dates: March 1 through May 1

Charity Suggestions:

Knit your Bit: Scarves for Veterans

Halos of Hope

Your local homeless shelter, NICU, etc.

There will be 2 threads open on the Actually Knitting Podcast board: A chatter thread and an FO Thread.

Rules:

1 post per person in the FO thread (because there is no minimum yardage)

Update your original post if you finish more than one object.

Start early if you want!

Chat it up in the chatter thread. Make suggestions for charities, small gifts to give as Random Act of Kindness.

Not sure about prizes yet, but I will work on it. But the point is to knit something just to make someone happy.

I am going to be teaching knitting classes at a local women's recovery center. If you have any needles, yarn, etc, that you would like to donate, please PM or email me! We can use anything you would like to donate and the volunteer coordinator has told me that supplies are a big issue for them. Help me create some new knitters who will someday be able to tell their own #becauseofknitting story.

Knitting Talk Back: Where did my Mojo Go?

What do you do when your knitting mojo goes missing?

Non-Knitting What a Crock

Easy Buffalo Chicken Dip

Love it or Leave it

Love it:

Lady Gaga Sings The Sound of Music medley at the Oscars. It made me cry!

My Erin Condren Life Planner

What one? Use my Referral Code for 10$ off, and I'll get a little something something, too!

https://www.erincondren.com/referral/invite/michellefleshman1209

Leave it:

Dry yucky winter skin :(

Other News and Notes

No theatrical updates at this time. Just working on running, knitting and planning in my new planner!

Thanks for listening!

Episode 25: Circular Needle Round Up

Thanks so much for the itunes reviews! They make my heart smile!

Knitting Segments Knits in Rehearsal

Effortless Cardigan by Hannah Fettig

That Nice Stitch by Susan Ashcroft

Memory Blanket by Georgie Hallam

Auditioning Knits

Autumnal Mitts by Jo Bangles

Tolt Hat and Mitts by Andrea Rangel

Looking to use my Jones Street DK that I purchased at Saff from Sarah at The Copper Corgi

What do you think about these two colors in color work?

That's my Jones Street DK by Sarah of The Copper Corgi

Knitting News, Notes and Events

Carolina Fiber Frolic, March 20-22. I heard it's sold out but email for details.

New KAL: The RAK-Along

Rak: Random Act of Kindness

Knit something for someone just because, or knit for charity. Not a birthday or holiday, but just to do something nice for someone else.

Dates: March 1 through May 1

Charity Suggestions:

Knit your Bit: Scarves for Veterans

Halos of Hope

Your local homeless shelter, NICU, etc.

There will be 2 threads open on the Actually Knitting Podcast board: A chatter thread and an FO Thread.

Rules:

1 post per person in the FO thread (because there is no minimum yardage)

Update your original post if you finish more than one object.

Start early if you want!

Chat it up in the chatter thread. Make suggestions for charities, small gifts to give as Random Act of Kindness.

Not sure about prizes yet, but I will work on it. But the point is to knit something just to make someone happy.

I am going to be teaching knitting classes at a local women's recovery center. If you have any needles, yarn, etc, that you would like to donate, please PM or email me! We can use anything you would like to donate and the volunteer coordinator has told me that supplies are a big issue for them. Help me create some new knitters who will someday be able to tell their own #becauseofknitting story.

#Stashdownthrowdown Updates

I chose a random winner from the Instagram users who have tagged their projects with #stashdown throwdown, if you have used this hashtag, listen to the podcast to see if you have won a pattern of your choice (up to 7$) on Ravelry. If you haven't used the hashtag, what are you waiting for?

Knitting Talk Back: Circular Needle Round Up

A listener posted a question on the "What Would You Like to Hear About?" thread. She wanted to know my thoughts on needles, and I had been working on a needle round up of circular needles, especially focusing on interchangeable sets. Be sure to post on the Actually Knitting Podcast thread for episode 25 about your experience with circular needles, dpns, etc.

I talk about the following needles:

ChiaoGoo 9 Inch Circular Needles

Knit Picks Harmony Options

Knit Picks Caspian Straights

Hiya Hiya Interchangeables

ChiaoGoo Interchangeables

Signature Needle Arts

Non-Knitting Segments

What a Crock

Slow Cooker Chicken Enchilada Quinoa from Bobbi's Kozy Kitchen

Love it or Leave it

Love it:

I really loved this video with Jimmy Fallon and the cast of Saved by the Bell.

Went to Greenville, SC for the day last weekend and loved it. It was absolutely beautiful and I got to visit a lovely LYS called The NeedleTree.

I fell off the wagon with the #stashdownthrowdown (It wasn't my fault, I swear!) and purchased the following lovelies:

Leave it: Taxes

Other News and Notes

Superbowl 4 mile race

I finished in 38 minutes! I can't believe it!

26 Books in 2015 Book Challenge

I have finished 2 books since I last recorded:

Still Alice by Lisa Genova

Calling me Home by Julie Kibler

I'm currently reading:

The Shifting Fog by Kate Morton

Written in my Own Heart's Blood by Diana Gabaldon

Thanks so much for listening today and for your positive reviews and feedback. Check out the following threads on The Actually Knitting Podcast Group:

Your Turn in the Spotlight: Share your talents with us! Do you have a podcast, etsy store, underwater basket weaving class?

What would you like to hear about?: Ideas and suggestions for talk back topics.

Knits on Stage: Are you knitting in public and/or wearing your knits in public? Share!

Contact me! Links are available on this page.

Thanks so much for listening for this past year of podcasting!

Program mention goes out to Estella of Just One More Row, Please for gifting me her new slipper pattern called Cabled Foot Cozies!

Knitting Segments

Show Ready Knits

French Press Felted Slippers by Melynda Bernardi

Knits in Rehearsal

Effortless Cardigan by Hannah Fettig

That Nice Stitch by Susan Ashcroft

Memory Blanket by Georgie Hallam

Auditioning Knits

Interpretations Volume 2 by Joji Locatelli and Veera Valimaki

I'm especially into True and True Friend

Marled Madness by Stephen West

Drachenfels by Melanie Berg

Knits on Stage

First, I discussed by wearing of one of my very first garments, The Pimlico Shrug.

I wore my Neon Beast a few times last week and was easily spotted by my friend at the Charlotte Hornets game, from quite a distance! I knew that thing would be visible from space!

Flubs and Flops Update:

Madeline Tosh customer service is awesome!

News, Note and Events

Carolina Fiber Frolic, March 20-22

Stitches Midwest, August 6-9

It's my Podiversary! Thanks for listening and I'm looking forward to another year!

#StashdownThrowdown

I shared some stash down tips from my own experience and also from suggestions made on the Ravelry thread. Chatter away and tag your Instagram posts with #stashdownthrowdown to have a chance to win a random prize drawing!

Non-Knitting

What a Crock:

Sweet Potato Chicken Quinoa Soup

Love it or Leave it

Love it: My new knitting themed Swatch Watch!

Leave it: Midterm stress is finally over!

Other News and Notes

A few friends and I are participating in this book challenge. Let me know if you are interested and we will start a thread on the Ravelry board for this challenge. I'm always on the lookout for a good book to try.

Just finished reading The Paying Guests by Sarah Waters

Running news: Will be running a 4 mile race on Super Bowl Sunday with a friend.

In closing:

Join the Ravelry group if you haven't already!

Some threads you might be interested in:

Stash down Throwdown

Your turn in the Spotlight

What do you want to hear about?

What a Crock!

Knits on Stage

Thanks for your iTunes review and star ratings, and the podcast is now available on Stitcher Radio.

Interested in donating to help cover the costs of podcasting? There's a donation button here on the blog. Be sure to contact me if you are interested in sponsoring the show!

Thanks so much for listening this past year and I look forward to the year ahead!

Knitting Segments Show-Ready Knits Speedy Cable Beret #3 Strib Hat by Kelly Williams TGV by Susan Ashcroft French Press Felted Slippers by Melynda Bernardi Knits in Rehearsal Effortless Cardigan by Hannah Fettig That Nice Stitch by Susan Ashcroft Auditioning Knits All Bundled Up Collection by Amy Miller Especially these 3 patterns: Windchill Freshly Fallen Ice Shanty Knitting Flubs and Flops Major color bleeding with my Neon Beast Update: I emailed Madeline Tosh again and they said they were having problems with their email server and they have asked to see pictures and for a little more information. I also mentioned the Knitting Pretty Podcast, check it out if you haven't already. Knitting News, Notes and Events Carolina Fiber Frolic Spring Retreat Stitches Midwest #stashdownthrowdown 2015 Shop my stash, more yarn out than in, who's with me? I mentioned Commuter Jen, who is the host of the Commuter Knitter Podcast , listen to her if you aren't already! Knitting Talkback: 2015 Goals I created a project page for my goals this year, as suggested in the thread for Episode 22. Here is the Clara Parkes Craftsy class I mentioned, get your education on! Here's a link to the Knit Your Bit knitting campaign that I mentioned, feel free to join along. Non-Knitting Segments What a Crock Slow Cooker Southwestern Stuffed Bell Peppers Love it or Leave it Love it: Seeing my nieces and nephews and being around kids for the holidays! Leave it: Other News and Notes #30in#30 challenge was derailed in December due to illness in the family, but I learned a lot about myself in the process. I also ran 49.43 miles in December, just shy of my 50 mile goal. For January I would like to aim for 75 miles. Holiday Cabaret went really well!

Episode 22: Year in Review

As usual, thanks for the reviews and star rating on iTunes!

Here's my birthday cake, in case you missed it.

Knitting Segments Show-Ready Knits

Tiny Trees Ornament by Lily/Sugar and Creme

Neon Beast by Veera Valimaki

Jeny's Surprisingly Stretchy Bind Off

Knits in Rehearsal

TGV by Susan Ashcroft

Auditioning Knits

I've been looking at lots of slippers!

Seamless Salomas Slippers by Megan Williams

Non-Felted Slippers by Yuko Nakamura

Non-Felted Slippers Biscotte's Version by Louise Robert

Pleated Ballet Flats by Coco Knits

Malbrigo Loafers by Coco Knits

French Press Felted Slippers by Melynda Bernardi

Knitting Talk-Back: Year in Review

Did you meet your knitting goals for 2014? Why and why not? How will this year help to determine your goals for 2015?

New Skills I Learned this year:

Three Needle Bind-off

Short Rows, thanks to this Craftsy Class

Kitchener Stitch

Knitting in Both Directions

Gwen Bortner Classes on Craftsy

Icord Cast on

Icord Bind off

Non-Knitting What a Crock

Black Bean Soup

1 medium onion (chopped)

4 gloves garlic (minced)

1 tbsp ground cumin

2 tsp crushed red pepper

2 tbsp olive oil

3 cans black beans

1 can chicken broth

1 jar salsa

2 tbsp lime juice

Place 2 cans of beans with liquids in batches with broth in blender. Blend until pureed. Put all ingredients in the crockpot and cook on low for 6 hours.

Love it or Leave It

Love It: I have a nice 2 week break from school coming up!

New Coffee Maker!

Leave it: Lack of communication in relationships

Other News and Notes

Cabaret at Theatre Charlotte

I'm continuing my 30 in 30 day challenge, so far I've worked out every day but 1 in december.

Here's the yoga video I've been watching: Yoga with Adriene