In this special episode of A Yarn Story, Carmen sits down with Lisa, co-owner of Dublin’s beloved yarn shop, This is Knit. From her earliest days of knitting as a schoolgirl in Ireland to co-founding a thriving family-run business, Lisa shares her passion for natural fibres, community building and the magic of making.

Together, they delve into Lisa’s journey, from backpacking in New Zealand (and rediscovering her love for knitting) to building This is Knit with her mum, sister and a talented team. Plus, discover knitting tips, inspiring stories of creativity and why Lisa thinks everyone should invest in the best yarn they can afford.

This episode is packed with insights for knitters of all levels, a few laughs and a whole lot of yarn love! Stick around for listener Q&A and a sneak peek of Lisa’s exciting projects.

💡 Highlights:

• Rediscovering knitting in a New Zealand hostel.
• The story behind This is Knit.
• Favourite patterns, from baby hats to intricate shawls.
• Practical tips for seaming, colorwork, and more!
• How to support your local yarn shop (beyond just shopping).

🔗 Resources Mentioned:

• This is Knit yarns and patterns
• Pacific Knit Company’s doodle motifs
• Andrea Mowry’s timeless sweater and shawl patterns

Whether you’re an experienced knitter or just casting on your first project, this episode will leave you inspired. Don’t forget to tune in for Part 2, where Lisa dives deeper into 18 years of running a yarn business!

Chapter Markers:
0:00 – Introduction: Meet Lisa from This is Knit.
1:25 – What We’re Wearing and Knitting: Townhouse Yarns & SoSue Knits.
5:37 – Lisa’s Knitting Journey: From Ireland to New Zealand and back.
15:57 – Building This is Knit: From market stalls to a community hub.
27:45 – Favourite Projects and Patterns: Wedding shawls, doodle cowls, and more.
35:20 – Tips for Supporting Local Yarn Shops.
42:00 – Listener Q&A: Knitting in the round vs. flat, seaming, and more.
44:57 – Wrap-Up: What’s next in Part 2!

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