This episode is kindly sponsored by

Scotch Tweed is a small family textiles firm based in the Scottish Borders. Run by Angela with a huge amount of technical and know how support from her Dad, Gerald - they have a wealth of experience in the weaving and textile trade - over 57 years to be exact!!

Their aim is to bring top quality tartan and tweed fabric, along with other Scottish goods and apparel (including Highland Wear) to their customers at the best possible value.

Angela is happy to speak to anyone at anytime in regards to their requirements - if you cannot see what you are looking for on the website give her a call - the number is on the website www.scotchtweed.co.uk and is a UK Freephone Number.

Edinburgh Yarn Fest Rundown

Mainly Edinburgh Yarn Fest 15-18 March 2018. I was an Official Podcaster of the Blacker Podcast Lounge area of Edinburgh Yarn Fest 2018. I tried to mention all of who made it such a special weekend.

http://www.blackeryarns.co.uk/    http://www.edinyarnfest.com/

Wots e Craic

You may wish to see www.theavidseamstress.co.uk They mostly have pockets. Oh be still my Smeagal beating heart, pocketes.

Brityarn has closed her doors and we are sad to see her go. Thank you so much Isla. All the best for the next adventure.

The Wombles by Elizabeth Beresford. Go watch them on YouTube or buy a DVD.

Competition with BeardyChiels Pentland Firth shawl. Entry in the Raverly group

Review Section

Mel of 6 Bits Story Books has her final issue out called Reclaim.  You can buy it as a whole copy (which you should) or get individual patterns from Ravelry. Again, there is a competition in the Ravelry thread for a copy.

https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/sources/6-bits-reclaim

Coming Up

Aberdeen 13 May 2018, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel, Aberdeen Treetops

Perth http://perthfestivalofyarn.uk/ 8 & 9 September 2018. Full vendor and Tutor list is out now. I am going to be an official podcaster so will see you then.

Loch Ness Knit Fest 19-21 October - Please note before booking that the workshop does not include entry to the Marketplace. The full line up has been announced of tutors. Also day trip options from Ullapool, Fort William,

Cagney and Lacey Sock it to me Swap

All done now. Thank you for taking part.

Shoppy Section

www.etsy.com/shop/caithnesscraft Or PayPal.Me/Caithnesscraft

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