Tara & Ashley, two Baltimore friends chronicle their love & missteps for all kinds of multi- craftualism.

Ep 005: As One Stashes, the Other Destashes

Tara & Ashley, two Baltimore friends chronicle their love & missteps for all kinds of multi- craftualism

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Today’s Topics Include:
Book Club Wrap Up and Google Hang Out Rescheduled
Julgran KAL Information
Hot off the Needles
What we are Working on
Sad Knitting Tragedies
Healthy Living with Ashley and Tara
Sew, I have another lover
Today's WIPs were shared by MarySK on Ravelry.  Thank you for contributing, Mary!
Book Club Wrap Up
This summer, we read In a Dark, Dark Wood by Ruth Ware for our Knitters Book Club.
Our Google Hang Out will take place August 24th at 8 PM.  Please see our Ravelry Group for more information.
The Julgran KAL
We are hosting our first ever sweater knit along!  We chose the Julgransweater, by Andi Satterlund.  This knit along began in July and will end January 1st, 2009, giving you plenty of time to make the ultimate holiday sweater.
The Julgran sweater is available on Ravelry and Andi Satterlund has provided the following 15% discount code until August 27th at 11:59 PST:  MIKJULGRANKAL
Neither Tara or Ashley have started their sweaters but have acquired yarn.  Please join us!
Hot Off the Needles
Tara finished the V-Neck Boxy by Joji Locatelli and used Plucky Feetin the colorway Barn Door (red).
Tara also finished the Pocasweater by Laura Nelkin.  She used Jill Draper Makes Stuff Kingston in the colorway Gage Street.
Ashley finished the July square of the River Knits Afghan.
Ashley finished the Ice Cream Doggie by Anna Hracochvec.
What we are Working On
Ashley started Pillars (socks) by Lisa Stitchweh using Madeline Tosh Twist Light.
Ashley is also working on the Children's Neck Down Boleroby Knitting Pure & Simple.  She is using Cascade 220.
Tara is working on The Golden Hour by Andrea Mowry.  She is using Scoutby Kelbourne Woolens which is available at Woolworks.
Tara is swatching for the Tecumsehsweater by Caitlin Hunter using Jill Draper Mohonk.
Sad Knitting Tragedies
Tara unraveled the Wagenfeld sweater by Ankestrick because the colors were too bright!  She made her husband help unwind it--and because there was so much knitting completed, it took a long time!
Ashley enjoyed the Children's Neck Down Boleroso much that she kept knitting and knitting and did not realize she was making mistakes!
Healthy Living with Ashley and Tara
Ashley has run a few road races throughout the year.  She recently finished the Boordy Vineyards 5 K!  She is also training for the Charles Street 12.
Tara has been working out and loosely following Weight Watchers.  She has lost over 14 pounds!
Sew, I have Another Lover!
Ashley is leading a Sew Along for the Scout Tee at Domesticity, a fabric shop where she works!  You can follow along on Instagram by following Ashley.
Ashley has also sewed a few pencil pouches that will be the September Sew Along.  This is a free pattern by Sharon Holland.

Episode 22: Better Late than Never?

Today's Topics Include:
General Announcements
The Julgran Knit Along
Hot Off the Needles
What We are Working On
Imaginary Knitting
Sew, I have another Lover
Thank you, FunkyChic309, for sharing that you always have three projects on the needles!
General Announcements
1.)  Giveaway Prize Winners!
Congratulations to MimisKnit on Ravelry who won the gorgeous three skein set from Anne of Woolyhues!  We cannot wait to see what you create with the yarn, Heather!
Congratulations to "TheThingsIHaveMade" on Instagram who won the "Splendid Soles"book donated by Lori Wagner.  We loved seeing your photos, Hannah!
2.)  The Knitters Book Club!
We are pleased to announce a second installment of the Knitter's Book Club.  Starting now through mid-August, join us in reading the thrilling page turner, "In a Dark, Dark Wood"by Ruth Ware.  On Friday evening, August 17th, we will host a Google Hang Out to discuss the book and share whatever crafty project we are working on.  Please note, this book is not knitting related and does not include any particular knitting project.
The Julgran Knit Along
Julgran means Christmas Tree in Swedish and because many people enjoy a good Christmas-in-July project, we thought the Julgran Sweaterwould be a perfect choice for a knit along!
Julgranis a top-down vintage inspired pullover designed by Andi Satterland that features a large Christmas tree on the front-center that can be decorated with beads or left plain.
Notes about the pattern:
The Christmas tree is charted only.
Worsted weight yarn with a gauge of 18 stitches and 26 rows over four inches
Designer used Quince and Company Lark.
Size US 6 and 8 needles, with larger needle for gauge.
Pattern is available on Ravelry for $6.75 US Dollars.
Pattern allows for personalization!
The Julgran Knit Along begins now (July) and will end January 1st, 2019!  That means you have six months to knit this sweater!  We are hoping this long and flexible time frame will encourage you to join us because this sweater will be super cute come holiday season!  Plus, there will be prizes!  Please see our Ravelry groupfor more information!
Hot Off the Needles
Tara finished a pair of top-down vanilla socks using Rock and String Creations'sDerby Day colorway.
Using Shepherd's Worsted,Ashley finished the June Square for the River Knits Afghan Along.  Ashley modified the pattern by knitting an intarsia square with stripes.
Ashley finished the Serapeby Megi Burcl, available for download on Interweave.  Ashley used Shibui Stocatto.  Instead of fringe, Ashley crocheted loops along the edge.
Ashley finished the Children's Neck Down Cardiganby Knitting Pure and Simple for her son, William.  Ashley used Spud and Chloe Sweaterand will add a zipper.
What We are Working On
Tara is test-knitting the Poca Sweater by Laura Nelkin using Jill Draper Kingston.  This pattern will be released in late July!
Tara recently cast on the Kelso Shawlby Helen Stewart using Adirondack Yarns Spirited Fibers.
Ashley is working on the Brighton Plaidby Eclectic Gypsy using Madeline ToshUnicorn Tails and Neighborhood Fiber CompanyRustic.
Ashley is working on the August square of the River Knits Afghan.  This square is lace and Ashley had to go down a needle size.
Imaginary Knitting
Tara is imaginary knitting:
Merry Bear by Susan B. Anderson
North Sea Nostalgiaby Heidi Kirrmaier
Ashley is imaginary knitting:
Ice Cream Doggieby Anna Hrachovec
Harlowby Andrea Mowry
Sew, I Have Another Lover
Ashley finished the Cleo Skirtand Luna pants by Made By Rae.
Ashley finished the Purl Soho City Gym Shorts.
Ashley's son William made his first pair of pajama pants!  He used the Simplicity #2290 pattern.  Congratulations, William!
Ashley started the Foundation Paper Pieced Square, All in the Neighborhood, by CR Creations Shop.

Episode 021: The Julgran Knit-a-long

Today's topics include:
Summer Book Club
Hot Off the Needles
What we are Working on
Sew, I have Another Lover!
On our Headphones
Thank you to TioTweety for sharing her WIPs (works-in-progress) with us.
Listeners, how many projects are on YOUR needles?  Please answer this question in our Ravelry thread for a chance to be featured on an upcoming episode!
Summer Book Club
This summer, we will read In a Dark, Dark Woodby Ruth Ware.
Tentative date for Google Hang Out is Friday evening, August 17th.
This books is a scary, page-turning thriller and is not knitting related.
Hot Off the Needles
Tara finished three pairs of socks.
1.) Mistletoe Kissesby Knitting Expat Designs using GynxYarns Glitz in Heartbreaker.
2.) Warm and Snug by Knitting Expat Designs using Lollipop YarnsBeefcake in Get Lucky.
3.) Resfeberby Knitting Expat Designs using Gale's Art Sock Blank.
What we are Working on
Ashley is working on:
1.) Knitting Pure and Simple's Children's Neck Down Cardiganin Spud and Chloe Sweater.
2.) Helen Stewart's Vintage Fairy Lights Socksin Madeline Tosh Twist Light.
Tara is working on:
1.) Poca sweater, a test knit for Laura Nelkin.  She is using JDMSKingston yarn.
2.) Two pairs of vanilla socks:
Lollipop Yarns Quintessential Base in Catawampus
Rock and String CreationsJitterbug Base in Derby Day
Sew, I Have Another Lover
Ashley is busy working on:
Made by Rae Luna Pant
Made by Rae Cleo Skirt
And, congratulations to Ashley who now works at Domesticity, a fabric store in Baltimore!
On Our Headphones
Knitting Podcasts we both enjoy:
1.) Downcellar Studio
2.) Knitmore Girls
3,) Curious Handmade
Tara enjoys a true crime podcast called Once Upon a Crime.
Ashley enjoys:
My Favorite Murder
Two Dope Queens
Missing Richard Simmons
Eleanor Amplified(for kids)
The Unexplainable Disappearance of Mars Patel (for kids)

Episode 020: It's Summer!

You may have noticed that we changed our intro prompt.  Now that we are officially in our second year, our question to you all is:  "how many projects do you have on the needles?"  This includes WIPS, UFOs, and all of your most recent cast ons.  Don't be shy!  Share with us in our Ravelry thread and we may feature you on an upcoming podcast episode.
Today's topics include:
One Year Anniversary Celebration and Special Giveaways!
Maryland Sheep and Wool Wrap Up!
Hot off the Needles
What we are Working on
One Year Celebration and Special Giveaways
To celebrate the conclusion of our first year of podcasting, we have two special giveaways to tell you about.
Giveaway #1: Yarn Set from Wooly Hues
To win this BEAUTIFUL yarn set, you must:
1.)  Follow Aleaness on Instagram.  (Aleaness is the dyer of Wooly Hues Yarn)
2.)  Follow Misadventures in Knittingon Instagram.
3.)  Find the photo of the Wooly Hues Yarn on our Instagram page and in our Ravelry Groupand answer the question:  "What would you make with this yarn?"  If you answer on both Instagram and Ravelry, you will have two entries.
(A note to Ann: Thank you SOOO much for the yarn!!!  We love it and really appreciate your generosity.)
Giveaway #2:  Splendid Soles
Book was gifted to us by Lori Wagner who has a pattern in the book, the "Textured Lace Socks" pattern.  (Thank you, Lori!)
Tara's Review:
16 patterns for experienced sock knitters.
All varieties of socks: lace, cables, and mosaics.
Collection of patterns by independent designers.  Designer emails are included with each pattern for support or questions.
Brief introductions written by each designer.
Crisp, clear photography with large photos; many photos are full page.
Photos are just of socks, nothing else to distract the reader.
Large, very easy-to-read charts.
Socks are knitted in a variety of ways, top-down, bottom-up, with DPNs, magic-loop or two-circulars.
All styles of heels (traditional to short rows).
Features KnitPicks yarn.
You can see patterns on Ravelry or on the KnitPicks website.
Ashley's Review:
Ashley also likes the large photos.
Ashley wishes it had a lay-flat binding.  She recommends taking it to a copy shop and having it spiral bound.
Ashley thought the textured stitch patterns ranged from easy to difficult.
To win this awesome book, you must:
1.)  Follow Knit Picks on Instagram.
2.)  Follow the Misadventures in Knitting Podcaston Instagram.
3.)  Post a picture of your favorite pair of socks that you have knit OR a picture of some sock yarn that you cannot wait to use for a pair of socks.  Be sure to tag us and use #SplendidSolesGiveaway
Both of these contests have a deadline of June 17th!
We will choose a winner and announce on the following episode.
Maryland Sheep and Wool Wrap-Up
Tara mentioned:  Jill Draper Makes Stuff, Heirlooms/Yarn Hyggeby Lis Barsuglia-Madsen, and Bartlett Yarns.
Tara was also able to meet some very friendly people, including:
Trish of the Best Day Ever Podcast
Liz of the Just One N Podcast
Mary of Kino Knits
While Tara was getting high on yarn fumes (ha!), Ashley was running around Pittsburgh (literally) with her family.  Congratulations to Ashley on finishing the 1/2 portion of the marathon!  Way to go!  She mentioned the fabric store called Loom and the Pittsburgh Incline.  She had a great weekend.  She thanks KnitReannaKnit for travel advice.
Hot Off the Needles
Tara finished the Thick and Thin Shawlettedesigned by Lis Barsuglia-Madsen.  This pattern uses Yarn Hygge DK Singles and Lace Silk/Mohair.
Ashley finished a pair of socks which she will use for her beginning sock class at Woolworks.  She used Cascade Wave.
 
What We are Working On
Tara has been working on a secret test knit for Lori Wagner, a beautiful crescent shaped lace shawl.  Tara decided to place beads even though the pattern does not specify to do so.  She used A Verb for Keeping WarmAnnapurna Cashmere Sport Weight.
Ashley has been working on the Children's Neck Down Cardiganby Knitting Pure and Simple.  She used Spud and Chloe Sweater.
Ashley is also working on the Impressionists MKALby Helen Stewart.  She is now on Clue 2 with Nox Yarn.
Finally, Ashley is working on the River Knits Afghan Along.  She is on the May Square, which is highly cabled.  She is using Shepherd's Worsted for the blanket.
Tara's son, Leo, finished his very first scarf thanks to the Waldorf School of Baltimore.

Episode 019: HAPPY 1 Year Anniversary!

Today's topics include:
Local Yarn Store Love
Misadventures
Hot Off the Needles
What we are Working On
Local Yarn Store Love
Local Yarn Store Daywas April 21st and was created by TNNA to support and boost interest in local yarn shops.
We mentioned the closing of Knitterly and Adirondack Yarns.
Local yarn shops create knitting community and provide educational resources.  Even if you already have more yarn than you can possibly knit in a lifetime, you can support your LYS by taking classes and participating in knit alongs!  Plus, purchase your needles and notions from your LYS.  Every little bit helps.
Tara mentioned Lovelyarns in Baltimore, MD.
Misadventures
Recently, Tara destashed some of her yarn, including a few sweater quantities.  She gifted some yarn to friends and plans to donate the rest.  She also frogged a few projects that she lost interest in.
Hot Off the Needles
Ashley finished the Confluence Shawlette by Sivia Harding.  She used Fibre Company Meadowand Toho Beads.
Ashley also finished the April Square of the River Knits Afghan, which included colorwork and steeking.  Ashley loved the experience!  She used videos by Mary Jane Mucklestone and Kate Davies to guide her through the steps.
Tara finished the Impressionists Mystery Knit Along by Helen Stewart.  She used Primrose Adelaide.
What we are Working On:
Tara has mended a few projects, including Bunny by Susan B. Anderson.
Ashley restarted her Impressionists MKAL with different colors by MadelineTosh, Nox Yarn and Primrose.
Ashley is also testing a pair of socks for Jessie Marie, who is offering 30% off her the Philosopher's Stone club until June 1st.

Ep 005: As One Stashes, the Other Destashes

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