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Episode 026 : Kay Gardiner & Ann Shayne of Mason-Dixon Knitting
Episode 026 : Kay Gardiner & Ann Shayne of Mason-Dixon Knitting
Today I have the immense pleasure of speaking with two icons of the knitting world. Kay Gardiner & Ann Shayne were very early influences to me in my knitting career. Their work showed me what was possible when I was just getting started, and has continued to be a beacon of inspiration and education for me over the past decade.
When you start something new, you’re taking a step in an unknown direction. For me, knitting was something that came up organically, almost accidentally. A friend offered to teach me, I dabbled, and eventually I became obsessed. When I was ready to feed my addiction, the MDK ladies were there. Their first book, Mason-Dixon Knitting, was literally one of the first knitting books I bought.
In this episode we talk about how Ann and Kay met in the early ages of the internet before knit blogging was a thing. With Ann living in Nashville and Kay in New York, their unique approach bridged that divide through knitting. It helped them forge a friendship first and a business partnership later.
We also chat about long term friendship and collaboration (including its highs and lows) ; how they’ve maintained an interest in knitting over the years; craftivism and the role that knitting has played in politics and our maker communities.
We also have some fun at the end and talk favorite colors, desert island yarns, current knitting projects, and more.
In This Episode
Rowan Magazine
Ravelry
Designer Julia Farwell-Clay
Food 52
MDK Field Guide Series
Melanie Falick
Koigu yarn
Veronik Avery Hadley Pullover
Rowan Denim ~ Kay loves it!
Whitby Cabled Pullover by Jane Gottelier
2048 game ~ it IS addictive!
Find MDK Online
Mason Dixon Knitting
Facebook
Instagram
Pinterest
Ann on IG
Kay on IG
Until next time…
Head to iTunes and subscribe to Stash | Creative Conversations. After listening, take a moment to leave a star rating or review. Leaving ratings and star reviews helps the podcast rise in the rankings, making it possible for even more people to discover these conversations.
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By Stash | Creative Conversations with Makers & DoersEpisode 026 : Kay Gardiner & Ann Shayne of Mason-Dixon Knitting
Today I have the immense pleasure of speaking with two icons of the knitting world. Kay Gardiner & Ann Shayne were very early influences to me in my knitting career. Their work showed me what was possible when I was just getting started, and has continued to be a beacon of inspiration and education for me over the past decade.
When you start something new, you’re taking a step in an unknown direction. For me, knitting was something that came up organically, almost accidentally. A friend offered to teach me, I dabbled, and eventually I became obsessed. When I was ready to feed my addiction, the MDK ladies were there. Their first book, Mason-Dixon Knitting, was literally one of the first knitting books I bought.
In this episode we talk about how Ann and Kay met in the early ages of the internet before knit blogging was a thing. With Ann living in Nashville and Kay in New York, their unique approach bridged that divide through knitting. It helped them forge a friendship first and a business partnership later.
We also chat about long term friendship and collaboration (including its highs and lows) ; how they’ve maintained an interest in knitting over the years; craftivism and the role that knitting has played in politics and our maker communities.
We also have some fun at the end and talk favorite colors, desert island yarns, current knitting projects, and more.
In This Episode
Rowan Magazine
Ravelry
Designer Julia Farwell-Clay
Food 52
MDK Field Guide Series
Melanie Falick
Koigu yarn
Veronik Avery Hadley Pullover
Rowan Denim ~ Kay loves it!
Whitby Cabled Pullover by Jane Gottelier
2048 game ~ it IS addictive!
Find MDK Online
Mason Dixon Knitting
Facebook
Instagram
Pinterest
Ann on IG
Kay on IG
Until next time…
Head to iTunes and subscribe to Stash | Creative Conversations. After listening, take a moment to leave a star rating or review. Leaving ratings and star reviews helps the podcast rise in the rankings, making it possible for even more people to discover these conversations.