This week, Sara and Jules are discussing YOUR hot takes, including crochet vs knitting, influencers promoting bad patterns, test knitting woes, and whether it’s acceptable to microwave tea after it is steeped. thanks for tuning in!

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Where to find Jules (she/her):

@juliettepecautdesigns

www.juliettepecautdesigns.com

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Mailing list: https://juliettepecautdesigns.com/pages/subscribe

Where to find Sara (they/she):

www.bostonfibercompany.com

instagram.com/bostonfibercompany

Jules is wearing:

Newton Corner Top by Sophie Veksler

https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/newton-corner-top

Jules’ WIP:

Pattern: coming soon!

Yarn: Ellen’s 1/2 Pint Farm Marled Wool

Sara’s WIP:

Pattern: Simply the Vest by Juliette Pécaut

https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/simply-the-vest-4

Yarn: Noro Tensan

https://www.bostonfibercompany.com/products/tensan

Things we mention:

Boston Fiber Festival — Sept 12-13

https://bostonfiberfestival.com/

VT Sheep & Wool

https://vtsheepandwoolfest.com/

Soolla Bag (affiliate link!)

https://kelbournewoolens.com/products/soolla-studio-bags?variant=51158144188714&sca_ref=11759051.k4Wwabv9tv

Deborah Knits

@KnitwithDeborah

Erika (Grapefruit & Gardenia)

@KnitKind

Drift and Drape Scarf

https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/drift-and-drape-scarf

Treasure Goddess Yarn

https://www.treasuregoddess.com/collections/treasured-dk-luxe-yarn-baby-alpaca-silk-cashmere

Music by Steve Ingle

This week, Sara and Jules are discussing transphobia, nostalgia, and how the craft industry can help shape public opinion. buckle up, we’re pretty fired up in this one!

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Do you have a hot take? Email us at [email protected]!

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Where to find Jules (she/her):

@juliettepecautdesigns

www.juliettepecautdesigns.com

instagram.com/juliettepecautdesigns

Mailing list: https://juliettepecautdesigns.com/pages/subscribe

Where to find Sara (they/she):

www.bostonfibercompany.com

instagram.com/bostonfibercompany

Jules is wearing:

Bealtaine Tank by Juliette Pécaut in JPD Alpaca Silk Boucle

https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/bealtaine-tank

Sara is wearing:

Simply the Vest by Juliette Pécaut in Urth Yarns Etesia

https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/simply-the-vest-4

Sara’s WIP:

Pattern: Flax DK by Tin Can Knits

https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/flax-dk

Yarn: East Coast Yarn Merino DK

Jules’ WIP:

Pattern: coming soon!

Yarn: Ellen’s 1/2 Pint Farm Marled Wool

Things we mention:

Jules’ Lumos reels

https://www.instagram.com/p/Da0kjlBxz3L/

Jules’ KISS Shawl pattern

https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/kiss-shawl-5

Boston Fiber Festival — Sept 12-13

https://bostonfiberfestival.com/

VT Sheep & Wool

https://vtsheepandwoolfest.com/

Music by Steve Ingle

This week, Sara and Jules are chatting about Rhinebeck sweaters! should you knit the always popular Andrea Mowry pattern or something more unique? should you use New York wool or wool local to you? or should you just do whatever you want as long as you do it with thoughtfulness and intention?? find out what we think in this episode of Hot Cakes!

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Do you have a hot take? Email us at [email protected]!

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Where to find Jules (she/her):

@juliettepecautdesigns

www.juliettepecautdesigns.com

instagram.com/juliettepecautdesigns

Mailing list: https://juliettepecautdesigns.com/pages/subscribe

Where to find Sara (they/she):

www.bostonfibercompany.com

instagram.com/bostonfibercompany

Jules is wearing:

Bealtaine Tank by Juliette Pécaut in Dirty Water Dyeworks Shimmer and Ritual Dyes Fae

Sara is wearing:

Simply the Vest by Juliette Pécaut in Urth Yarns Etesia

Sara’s WIP:

Pattern: Rosa Little by Along avec Anna

Yarn: Anzula Lucero

Jules’ WIP:

Pattern: Hytte by Saskie & Co

Yarn: Istex Plötulopi

Things we mention:

CatKnit Pullover

Hudson Valley Textile Project Sweaters for Good Campaign

Southeast New England Fibershed

Sweaters for Good MAL (erika and melissa)

Megs & Co Empire Estate

Samhain Sweater

Indie Untangled Marketplace

Music by Steve Ingle

This week, Sara and Jules are tackling one of our favorite topics — size inclusivity! learn what it means, why it’s important, how it ties into other types of inclusivity, and how a lack of diversity persists in the fiber industry. we also just rant a bit about fatphobia and skinny culture, so if that sounds like your thing, please join us!

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Do you have a hot take? Email us at [email protected]!

Support the show on Ko-Fi: https://ko-fi.com/hotcakescraftpod

Where to find Jules (she/her):

@juliettepecautdesigns

www.juliettepecautdesigns.com

instagram.com/juliettepecautdesigns

Mailing list: https://juliettepecautdesigns.com/pages/subscribe

Where to find Sara (they/she):

www.bostonfibercompany.com

instagram.com/bostonfibercompany

Jules is wearing:

Simply the Vest by Juliette Pécaut in Leading Men Fiber Arts DK

Sara’s WIP:

Pattern: Simply the Vest by Juliette Pécaut

Yarn: Noro Tensan

https://www.bostonfibercompany.com/products/tensan

Jules’ WIP:

Pattern: Farasta by Juliette Pécaut (from Laine 52 Weeks of Sweaters)

https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/farasta

Yarn: JPD Suri Silk Lace held with JPD Merino Fingering

https://juliettepecautdesigns.com/products/suri-silk-lace-naturally-dyed-wool-yarn

https://juliettepecautdesigns.com/products/merino-fingering-naturally-dyed-wool-yarn

Things we mention:

Ysolda’s Size Chart

https://ysolda.com/blogs/journal/ysolda-s-sizing-chart-for-knitwear-designers

Tian Connaughton’s Cardigans for Every Body

https://www.tianconnaughton.com/cardigans-for-every-body

Boston Fiber Festival — Sept 12-13

https://bostonfiberfestival.com/

Music by Steve Ingle

This week, Sara and Jules are discussing pity marketing — why consumers are sick of it, why it’s a bad business strategy, and what you could do instead!

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Do you have a hot take? Email us at [email protected]!

Support the show on Ko-Fi

Where to find Jules (she/her):

@juliettepecautdesigns

www.juliettepecautdesigns.com

instagram.com/juliettepecautdesigns

Mailing list: https://juliettepecautdesigns.com/pages/subscribe

Where to find Sara (they/she):

www.bostonfibercompany.com

instagram.com/bostonfibercompany

Jules’ WIP:

Pattern: Farasta by Juliette Pécaut (from Laine 52 Weeks of Sweaters)

Yarn: JPD Suri Silk Lace held with JPD Merino Fingering

https://juliettepecautdesigns.com/products/suri-silk-lace-naturally-dyed-wool-yarn

https://juliettepecautdesigns.com/products/merino-fingering-naturally-dyed-wool-yarn

Sara’s WIP:

Pattern: Simply the Vest by Juliette Pécaut

Yarn: Noro Tensan

Things we mention:

Hello Lavender oyster earrings

HapBee Creative Studios stitch markers

Forager Fabrics Kickstarter

Big Up Box Yarn Truck Go Fund Me

Wool Works — July 18

https://www.wool.works/

Boston Fiber Festival — Sept 12-13

https://bostonfiberfestival.com/

Music by Steve Ingle

Hot Cakes Episode 17: Stop Devaluing “Hobby” Skills!

(Episode 16 is on YouTube!)

We are back from our hiatus! In this episode of Hot Cakes, Sara and Jules discuss what to expect (and what NOT to expect) from knitting/crochet patterns and classes, how skills are devalued in the fiber arts industry, and why it matters to pay artists in this capitalist hellscape. Fun!

Do you have a hot take? Email us at [email protected]!

Support the show on Ko-Fi: https://ko-fi.com/hotcakescraftpod

Where to find Jules (she/her):

www.juliettepecautdesigns.com

instagram.com/juliettepecautdesigns

Mailing list: https://juliettepecautdesigns.com/pages/subscribe

Where to find Sara (they/she):

www.bostonfibercompany.com

instagram.com/bostonfibercompany

Sara is wearing:

Pattern: Simply the Vest V Neck by Juliette Pécaut

Yarn: Urth Yarns Etesia in “Squid”

Sara’s WIP:

Pattern: Bealtaine Tank by Juliette Pécaut

Yarn: Malabrigo Mora in Ravelry Red

Jules is wearing:

Pattern: Simply the Vest V Neck by Juliette Pécaut

Yarn: Nashua Handknits Isabella

Jules’ WIP:

Pattern: coming soon!!

Yarn: JPD Alpaca Silk Boucle dyed with cutch held with JPD Merino Fingering undyed

Things we mention:

Lil Bucky Bag by Leila Makes

Threadloop (like Ravelry for sewing!)

Wool Works — July 18

Boston Fiber Festival — Sept 12-13

Music by Steve Ingle

In this episode of Hot Cakes, Sara and Jules are chatting about the importance of not collaborating with fascists (iykyk) and answering some questions and discussing hot takes from you, our lovely audience!

Do you have a hot take? Email us at [email protected]!

Support the show on Ko-Fi: https://ko-fi.com/hotcakescraftpod

Where to find Jules (she/her):

www.juliettepecautdesigns.com

instagram.com/juliettepecautdesigns

Mailing list: https://juliettepecautdesigns.com/pages/subscribe

Where to find Sara (they/she):

www.bostonfibercompany.com

instagram.com/bostonfibercompany

Sara is wearing:

Pattern: Pressed Flowers Cardigan by Amy Christoffers

Yarn: East Coast Yarn Sport and La Bien Aimee Merino Sport

Sara’s WIP:

Pattern: Simply the Vest V Neck by Juliette Pécaut

Yarn: Urth Yarns Etesia in “Squid”

Jules is wearing:

Pattern: Off the Grid by Juliette Pécaut

Yarn: Imperial Yarns Denali in “Sagebrush”

Jules’ WIP:

Pattern: unnamed variation of Simply the Vest (coming soon!) by Juliette Pécaut

Yarn: Baa Ram Ewe Woodnote DK in “Toad”

Things we mention:

Finish Line Socks kits: https://www.bostonfibercompany.com/products/finish-line-sock-kits

BFC Classes: https://www.bostonfibercompany.com/pages/classes

Music by Steve Ingle

SORRY THIS IS SO LATE - LOVE, SARA

In this episode of Hot Cakes, Sara and Jules talk about best practices for running a crafting circle at your LYS, how to avoid alienating your customers, and how to build a sustainable and meaningful community at your shop!

Do you have a hot take? Email us at [email protected]!

Support the show on Ko-Fi: https://ko-fi.com/hotcakescraftpod

Where to find Jules (she/her):

www.juliettepecautdesigns.com

instagram.com/juliettepecautdesigns

Mailing list: https://juliettepecautdesigns.com/pages/subscribe

Where to find Sara (they/she):

www.bostonfibercompany.com

instagram.com/bostonfibercompany

Sara’s WIP:

Pattern: Rumble Raglan by Lydia Morrow

Yarn: Ex Libris Fibers

Jules is wearing:

Pattern: Simply the Vest V Neck by Juliette Pécaut

Yarn: Junction Fiber Mill Making Tracks in Cider Doughnuts (MC) and Undyed (CC)

Jules’ WIP:

Pattern: Bealtaine Tank by Juliette Pécaut

Yarn: JPD Alpaca Silk Boucle in Cutch

Things we mention:

Gore Place Sheep Shearing Festival (April 25): https://goreplace.org/sheepshearing-festival

LYS Day is also April 25!

Finish Line Socks kits: https://www.bostonfibercompany.com/products/finish-line-sock-kits

BFC Classes: https://www.bostonfibercompany.com/pages/classes

Music by Steve Ingle

Hot Cakes Episode 13: Don’t Monetize Your Hobby

In this episode of Hot Cakes, Sara and Jules talk about why you shouldn’t monetize your hobby and how side hustles are a terrible side effect of late-stage capitalism (from two people who have monetized their hobbies and/or have several side hustles — oops!)

Do you have a hot take? Email us at [email protected]!

Support the show on Ko-Fi: https://ko-fi.com/hotcakescraftpod

Where to find Jules (she/her):

www.juliettepecautdesigns.com

instagram.com/juliettepecautdesigns

Mailing list: https://juliettepecautdesigns.com/pages/subscribe

Where to find Sara (they/she):

www.bostonfibercompany.com

instagram.com/bostonfibercompany

Sara is wearing:

Cardigan Pattern: Loopy Mango Rhinebeck Cardigan

Cardigan Yarn: Loopy Mango Dream

Sara’s WIP:

Pattern: Baby Aoasta Sweater by The Knit Purl Girl

Yarn: Shirsty Cat Designs Sparkle DK

Jules is wearing:

Pattern: Sure Thing Raglan (coming later in 2026!) by Juliette Pécaut

Yarn: The Perfect Blend Yarn and Tea Shop Alpaca

Jules’ WIP:

Pattern: Sure Thing Raglan by Juliette Pécaut

Yarn: Wooldreamers Mota

Things we mention:

Gore Place Sheep Shearing Festival (April 25): https://goreplace.org/sheepshearing-festival

BFC Classes: https://www.bostonfibercompany.com/pages/classes

Music by Steve Ingle

SORRY THIS IS LATE I LOST TRACK OF TIME LOVE YOU!!!! - Sara

Hot Cakes Episode 12: To Test or Not to Test

In this episode of Hot Cakes, Sara and Jules discuss test knitting and crocheting! We chat about best practices, what the real goal of testing is/should be, and whether you even need to get your designs tested or not (the answer might suprise you!)

Do you have a hot take? Email us at [email protected]!

Support the show on Ko-Fi: https://ko-fi.com/hotcakescraftpod

Where to find Jules (she/her):

www.juliettepecautdesigns.com

instagram.com/juliettepecautdesigns

Mailing list: https://juliettepecautdesigns.com/pages/subscribe

Where to find Sara (they/she):

www.bostonfibercompany.com

instagram.com/bostonfibercompany

Sara is wearing:

Tank Pattern: Rota Top by Irene Lin

Tank Yarn: Unknown

Cardigan Pattern: Loopy Mango Rhinebeck Cardigan

Cardigan Yarn: Loopy Mango Dream

Sara’s WIP:

Pattern: Rumble Raglan by Lydia Morrow

Yarn: Ex Libris Fibers Merino/Yak/Nylon and Anzula Merino/Yak/Silk

Jules is wearing:

Pattern: Hometown Harbor by Juliette Pécaut

Yarn: Woolentwine Thrive Unspun and Knitting for Olive Soft Silk Mohair

Jules’ WIP:

Pattern: Florafetti by Juliette Pécaut (new version coming soon!)

Yarn: Juliette Pécaut Designs Highland DK

Things we mention:

Honse Design: https://www.instagram.com/honsedesign/

Size Inclusive Collective: https://www.instagram.com/sizeinclusivecollective/

Gore Place Sheep Shearing Festival (April 25): https://goreplace.org/sheepshearing-festival

BFC Classes: https://www.bostonfibercompany.com/pages/classes

Music by Steve Ingle