Homespun Journey

Homespun Journey

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Homespun Journey episodes

  • H J-024 - YARNCON 2013
    Episode 024 Shownotes - YARNCON 2013
    Work in Process - Whats on and off my needles
    Exploring Stripes Beaded Bag from the Beaded Knitting workshop.
    I completed this bag in 17 days including the icord (which I normally hate and procrastinate knitting) due to the friendly competition with Midge65 who completed two in the same time and ultimately made 4 bags.
    Legwarmers for Spinning Buddy Jr. in stockinet in thick and thin colorful yarn. Used all 3 balls and made shorter legwarmers.
    New segment -5%
    (Tell story of 5%) ice breaker when being irrational
    which brings me to ...
    My 3rd set of Prairie Boots for Me! Me! Me!
    I went to sew the buttons on and didn’t like where the button holes were positioned so I am going to knit the very top flap ove r. (I substituted bulky yarn and forgot to alter for for the different gauge. A quick fix, but is put on hold now the weather is warmer.
    In this episode I am introducing another new segment I call... Distracted by the Shiney.
    This segment will talk about the products or projects that are distracting you from finishing the project that you currently are working on. We will talk more about it in On the Road Again.
    Guild Updates
    Illinois Prairie Spinners Guild
    Needle felted birds workshop
    and our new temporary location Warren Tavern in Warrenville, Illinois
    Cultured Purls Knitting Guild
    Beaded Knitting Workshop
    3 ways to knit with beads
    -Prestring beads and push up between stitches. ( makes beaded pattern a little wonky)
    - Prestring beads and push up in front of slipped stitch. (sometime can slip to back of work)
    - My favorite way - use a crochet hook by placing the bead on the hook, removing the stitch with the hook and while stitch is under tension sliding the bead on the stitch and returning to knitting needle and knit. ( benefits does not stress yarn, bead is located on both sides of your project.
    Shop Updates
    Elgin Knit Works moved a block away from their original location in Elgin, Illinois
    Elgin Knit Works
    8 Douglas Ave
    Elgin IL 60120
    847-627-4700
    Mosaic Yarn Studio moved from DesPlaines to Mount Prospect Illinois
    Mosaic Yarn Studio, Ltd.
109 W. Prospect Ave.
Mount Prospect, IL  60056
    Phone: 847-390-1013
    Fax: 847-390-1256
    Webs is having a huge 39th anniversary sale all during March online at
    WWW.Yarn.com
    On the Road again...
    Yarn Con 2013
    New Segment...Distracted by the Shiny.
    What product or project is distracting you from finishing the project that you currently have in WIPs.
    The Rivulet Shrug by Andrea Marquis
    Someone You should know
    My interview with Monika Kimrey
    Developing World
    708/601-6664
    Envision Unlimited
    WWW.Envision.Org
    Interview with John from White Mountain Whiskey LLC
    Wooly App for Ravelry contest and interview
    Kickstarter.com for version 2.0 Universal version that will be compatible with IPad and Android and uses all the Ravelry features that Ravelry makes available to developers.
    Why Wooly?
    Wooly app makes it easy to update your Ravelry project page on the go. I like how you can clearly review your projects and stash. You can also share your projects on facebook easily with the Wooly App.
    The reason why I love Wooly is that the Wooly app inserts your pictures first on your projects page instead of last like Ravelry does. This helps people on Iphones and Ipads easily update their project pages with the latest progress on their projects.
    You are able to see the basic information about the pattern such as which yarn weight, yardage and needle size is recommended if entered on yo
    48 min
  • H J-023 - 2012 Year in Review and JAKG Knit-In
    2012 Project review
    -Socks that Rock Thinking Socks
    -Zu Zu’s Petals cowl using Malabrigo yarn
    -Zauberball Thinking Socks in Ombre
    -Kensington Socks by Nancy Bush using Madeline Tosh
    -Toe up Baby socks in I love that Cotton
    -Mini Annis with Beads
    -Summer Blooms Shawl using Chiao Goo Red Lace needles
    -Opsa shawl in alpaca lace w/beads
    -3 pairs of Prairie Boots
    Yarn shop visit to The Fold in Marengo, Illinois
    2013 Goals
    Mobius cast on (on purpose)
    Knit a toe up sock with heel flap
    Spin my cashmere/silk blend
    Illinois Prairie Spinners
    WWW.IPS.CHICAGOLANDSPINS.ORG
    My Journey to:
    The Janesville Area Knitting Guild’s annual Knit In
    WWW.JAKG.ORG
    Lake Lawn Lodge in Delavan, Wisconsin
    Franklin Habit Lace Edging workshop
    Upcoming Festivals to attend.
    Spinning and Knitting Tips
    -Clean and lubricate the INSIDE of your bobbin.
    -Know your ratios
    -Scotch Tension or Double Drive Spinning Wheel
    Knitting Tip
    Homemade yarn bowl.
    Your Spinning Buddy,
    Sherry Johnson
    57 min
  • H J-021 - Midwest Fiber and FolkArt Fair
    My Journey to Midwest Fiber and FolkArt Fair
    Lake County Fairgrounds in Grayslake, IL.
    Runway Fashion Show
    Llama Obstacle Course
    Market PLace
    The Fold
    Fiber Optic Yarns
    Susan’s Fiber Shop
    Trading Post for Fiber Arts
    Abstract Fibers
    Authors Book Signing
    Contact information:
    www.HomespunJourney.Com
    Homespun Journey Podcast group on Ravelry
    Spinning Buddy on Ravelry, Facebook, and Twitter
    29 min
  • H J-019 - Journey to Shepherds Harvest
    My Journey to Shepherd's Harvest Sheep and Wool Festival
    Lake Elmo, MN.
    www.SHEPHERDSHARVESTFESTIVAL.ORG
    Saturday evening get-together with Deb Robson and Carol Ekarius
    authors of ‘The Fleece & Fiber Sourcebook’
    Contact information:
    www.HomespunJourney.Com
    Homespun Journey Podcast group on Ravelry
    Spinning Buddy on Ravelry, Facebook, and Twitter
    35 min
  • H J-018 - Stephenson County FiberFest
    What's on my needles?
    Kensington socks by Nancy Bush
    pattern in ‘The Knitters Book of Socks’ by Clara Parkes
    Stephenson County Fiber Fest
    Malabrigo Song
    Gary Karlsrud - Composer
    Mediaworkzone.com
    Malabrigo Song Video
    20 min
  • H J-017: Sharlea Merino
    What's off my needles?
    Zu Zu’s Petals Cowl.
    www.carinaspencer.com/shop/zuzus-petals
    What's on my needles?
    Kensington socks by Nancy Bush
    pattern in ‘The Knitters Book of Socks’ by Clara Parkes
    Magazines
    Spin-Off - www.interweave.com
    Wild Fibers - www.wildfibersmagazine.com
    Fiber Discussion
    Sharlea Merino
    www.sharlea.com
    Malabrigo Song
    Gary Karlsrud - Composer
    Mediaworkzone.com
    Malabrigo Song Video
    23 min

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Welcome to your connection to Midwest Fiber Arts.
Talk about Festivals, Workshops, Guilds, Events and Techniques. All Fiber Arts are welcome.
Spinning, knitting, needle felting weaving and…