Kino Knits Podcast

By Kino Knits

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What's Kino Knits Podcast about?

A podcast about knitting, indy designing, spinning, woolpiggery, and travel, produced in Kenya.

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Kino Knits Podcast episodes:

10.02.2022
Episode 105 (Ta-Ta For Now!)
Recorded Sunday, October 2, 2022. Full show notes at www.kinoknits.com/blog/105.
06.19.2022
Episode 104 (Megaliths Megacollection)
I'm back with the Megaliths Megacollection - and it's on Megasale! I chat about the last month as I prepare to travel to the Zombie Knitpocalypse knitting retreat. See full show notes and photos at www.kinoknits.com/blog/104. Recorded Sunday, June 19,...
05.15.2022
Episode 103 (Maryland Sheep and Wool Festival 2022)
It's been a while! But sorta kinda on purpose. Join me for a recap of the first Maryland Sheep and Wool Festival in 3 years - it's so good to be back! Visit www.kinoknits.com/blog/103 for full show notes and photos. Recorded...
03.09.2022
Episode 102 (All the Crafts!)
This episode brings knitting and machine knitting and spinning and embroidery and WHEW! See full show notes and photos at www.kinoknits.com/blog/102. Recorded Wednesday, March 9, 2022.
02.18.2022
Episode 101 (Spinning Out of This World)
Surprise! I designed a vest! I also get into the knitty-gritty of design work feels, crochet, and spinning tension. Plus, learn some surprising science about spiders in space. Recorded Friday, February 18, 2022. Full show notes and photos at www.kinoknits.com/blog/101.
01.30.2022
Episode 100 (100!)
It's episode 100 of the Kino Knits podcast! I flash back a little to that first episode but also look forward, 'cause I'm already crushing some 2022 goals. Let's go! Full show notes and photos are available at www.kinoknits.com/blog/100. Recorded...
01.14.2022
Episode 099 (2022 Plotting)
I've got plans for 2022... wanna hear about 'em? Recorded Friday, February 14, 2022. See full show notes and photographs at www.kinoknits.com/blog/099.
12.30.2021
Episode 098 (2021 in Review, #Head2ToeKAL)
Jesie Ostermiller (@knitty_jo, the author of The Colorwork Bible) joins me to announce our joint year-long knit-along for 2022: Head 2 Toe with Kino and Jo! I also recap a lot of gift knitting and review how 2021 went. See full show...
12.11.2021
Episode 097 (Gift Knits Galore)
It's a rundown of all the gift knits I've got going on - plus a preview of a very special KAL for 2022. Visit www.kinoknits.com/blog/097 for full show notes and photos. Recorded Saturday, December 11, 2021.
11.06.2021
Episode 096 (Rhinebeck 2021)
It's my recap of the New York State Sheep and Wool Festival, also known as Rhinebeck 2021. There's an exciting few months ahead in Kino Knits land, so sign up for the Kino Knits newsletter at KinoKnits.com/newsletter so you don't...
10.11.2021
Episode 095 (How to Knit a Sweater in Just 5 Years)
I'm gearing up for Rhinebeck, and my #SisterSheepSpin handspun sweater is FINISHED! For full show notes and pictures, visit www.kinoknits.com/blog/095. Recorded Monday, October 11, 2021.
09.17.2021
Episode 094 (The Mythology Collection)
Whew! August was a wash... so how about we catch up? I've released the new Mythology Collection, plus some socks, plus... were you aware that Goats in Sweaters are Cuter than Kittens in Mittens? See full show notes and photos...
07.04.2021
Episode 093 (Zombie Knitpocalypse 2021)
I'm out in the world again! Join me for a recap of the Zombie Knitpocalypse 2021 retreat. Recorded Sunday, July 4, 2021. Full show notes and photos are at kinoknits.com/blog/093.
06.09.2021
Episode 092 (MDSW 2021 Classes)
I'm knitting and spinning up a storm and trying to keep clear of the cicadas. I've also got a recap of two virtual Maryland Sheep and Wool 2021 classes I took. Recorded Wednesday, June 9, 2021. See full show notes...
05.18.2021
Episode 091 (Remember Me? I'm Starting To)
I'm back with a new episode and a couple new designs, just in time for Pride Month! Check out full show notes and pictures at kinoknits.com/blog/091. Recorded Tuesday, May 18, 2021.
03.19.2021
Episode 090 (Yay, Science!)
I'm having a quiet day at home and have multiple sweaters on the needles - who am I? Recorded Friday, March 21, 2021. Full show notes and pictures are at www.kinoknits.com/blog/090.
02.18.2021
Episode 089 (A Slow Start (and That’s Okay))
I'm off to a slow start this year... and that feels right. I've also got a giveaway for Jennifer Lassonde’s new Abington Mitts (Ravelry link), which coordinate with her Abington Hat (Ravelry link) and my Providence Station cowl (Ravelry link) from...
01.11.2021
Episode 088 (2020 Recap and 2021 Plotting)
It's the first episode of 2021! I've got a look back at all the crafting in 2020 (thanks, pandemic) and am making my plans for 2021. Full show notes and photos are at www.kinoknits.com/blog/088. Recorded Sunday, January 10, 2021.
12.21.2020
Episode 087 (An Interview with Stephanie Lotven of Tellybean Knits)
It's a sprint to the finish with knitted (and crocheted?) Christmas gifts. I also get to chat with my friend Stephanie Lotven of Tellybean Knits, author of the new "Knit Happy with Self-Striping Yarn" book! Recorded Monday, December 21, 2020....
11.23.2020
Episode 086 (An Interview with Kate Atherley of Outlander Knitting)
Join me for an interview with Kate Atherley. I've got a new design in her latest book, Outlander Knitting! Visit www.kinoknits.com/blog/086 for full show notes and photos. Recorded Monday, November 23, 2020.
10.16.2020
Episode 085 (Dumpster Fire 2020)
Let's craft some catharsis with the Dumpster Fire 2020 ornament! I've got details about the KAL, plus I spill the news that I have a new sock pattern coming in the Operation Sock Drawer book. Plus adorable lab rats. See...
09.24.2020
Episode 084 (An Interview with Jesie Ostermiller, Author of The Colorwork Bible)
I'm so excited to have my friend Jesie Ostermiller on the podcast to talk about her new book, The Colorwork Bible, available wherever books are sold for pre-order now (release date October 6, 2020). I'll also catch you up on...
08.29.2020
Episode 083 (An Interview with Ali Telfer of Savvy Skeins)
Quick interview episode! Ali Telfer is the dyer behind Savvy Skeins. I used her Optimum DK yarn in my new pattern, the Elicit hat. I hope you enjoy our chat! Full show notes and photographs are at kinoknits.com/083. Recorded Thursday,...
08.24.2020
Episode 082 (An Interview with Lori Patterson of Abstract Fiber)
Join me for a wide-ranging conversation with Lori Patterson of Abstract Fiber, the dyer behind my new Extemporize hat. We discuss inclusivity, knitting as radical feminism, and the power of art to start meaningful conversations. Full show notes and photos...
07.30.2020
Episode 081 (An Interview with Bug Richardson Seling of KnitCircus Yarns)
More pandemic knitting and spinning and sewing... I've got two new designs and a new collection out, plus an interview with Bug Richardson Seling, the dyer behind KnitCircus Yarns, which I used for my new Elevate hat design. Full show...
07.04.2020
Episode 080 (An Interview with Lorri Ann Helberg of Arkansas Yarn Company)
I've finished all the hats over here, attended the virtual Zombie Knitpocalypse at home, and have a chat with Lorri Ann Helberg of Arkansas Yarn Company, who custom-dyed the gorgeous yarn used in my Zanzibar Waves shawl pattern in the...
06.18.2020
Episode 079 (Grump Grump Grump)
I'm a bit grumpy at the world... but I'm working my way through it with crafting and reading good but challenging books. Won't you join me? Full show notes at kinoknits.com/079. Recorded Thursday, June 18, 2020.
06.01.2020
Episode 078 (Let's Do Better Together)
I explain why all June 2020 profits from Kino Knits self-published patterns will go to the Southern Poverty Law Center... and then catch you up on what I've been knitting and spinning. I also answer a listener question! Recorded Monday,...
05.16.2020
Episode 077 (Adventures in Instagram Live)
I've been continuing to craft at home and am having fun sharing on Instagram Live! I'll recount the latest projects, as well as several new sales... and launch a new shawl collection. Check out the Kino Knits Knitting on Safari...
04.30.2020
Episode 076 (Interview with Jennifer Lassonde about Point/Counterpoint, Vol. 5)
It's a loooong episode to keep you company in quarantine! I'm continuing to craft all the things and am excited to chat this episode with Jennifer Lassonde of the Down Cellar Studio podcast, my collaborator for our new Point/Counterpoint,...
04.16.2020
Episode 075 (How I Knit a Sweater in a Day, and Other Tales of Social Distancing)
More time at home means more time for crafts. In this episode, I recount knitting, spinning, sewing, weaving, embroidery, machine knitting... Full show notes can be found at kinoknits.com/075. Recorded Thursday, April 16, 2020.
03.25.2020
Episode 074 (Chicago, Illinois, USA)
This episode features a trip to Chicago, Illinois... and a whole lotta new social distancing reality. I also start an event to help us take care of each other. See full show notes and pictures at kinoknits.com/074. Recorded Wednesday, March...
02.15.2020
Episode 073 (More of What You Want)
I've got a couple new patterns to share! I also review the results of the feedback about what you want more of in the podcast... and announce the winner of all the Kino Knits self-published patterns for 2020. Full show...
01.21.2020
Episode 072 (Goals? What Goals?)
Hi! Remember me? I've finally recorded Episode 072 with a recap of 2019 and some looking forward to 2020. Plus - enter to win all the Kino Knits self-published patterns in 2020! Full show notes and photos can be found...
11.27.2019
Episode 071 (Indie GAL 2019 Time!)
Lots of gift knitting and sales and fun related to the Indie Design Gift-a-long (GAL)! Visit kinoknits.com/071 for full show notes and photos. Recorded Wednesday, November 27, 2019.
10.18.2019
Episode 070 (Into the Wool Fiber Retreat 2019)
Join me for a recap of the Into the Wool Fiber Retreat 2019! I also discuss some new sock patterns and the less-admirable part of Nikola Tesla's legacy. Full show notes can be found at kinoknits.com/070. Recorded Friday, October 18,...
09.16.2019
Episode 069 (An Interview with Katrina of Honeycomb Hills Hand-Dyed Yarn)
Hey... remember me? It's been a while! But I'm excited to be back with an interview with Katrina of Honeycomb Hills Hand-Dyed Yarn - just in time for the Into the Wool Fiber Retreat 2019. Hope you enjoy our chat!...
07.17.2019
Episode 068 (Zombie Knitpocalypse 2019)
I've got new designs, lots of WIPs, the winners of the Grad Your Stash 2019 KAL, and a recap of the Zombie Knitpocalypse 2019 retreat in Rochester, MN. Let's go! Full show notes can be found at kinoknits.com/068. Recorded Sunday,...
06.14.2019
Episode 067 (All the Patterns!)
It's June, and I've had a flood of pattern releases, with three more to come this month! Catch up on all the knitting with me and find out why people in Senegal pay a fortune for fancy sheep. Visit kinoknits.com/067/...
05.18.2019
Episode 066 (Maryland Sheep and Wool Festival 2019)
Join me for a recap of the 2019 Maryland Sheep and Wool Festival! I also announce the winner of the 2019 Refund KAL and update you on a few other KALs - ICYMI MKAL and the Grad Your Stash 2019...
05.02.2019
Episode 065 (Design Pileup)
Quick episode of all the designs before I head to the Maryland Sheep and Wool! I've got a new collection out and a couple KALs coming up, including an MKAL, so tune in for all the details! Visit kinoknits.com/065 for...
04.12.2019
Episode 064 (New York City, USA)
I'm working on all the shawls and took a trip to NYC to visit a couple amazing yarn stores, Knitty City and Purl Soho! Visit kinoknits.com/064 for full show notes and pictures. Recorded Friday, April 12, 2019.
03.26.2019
Episode 063 (Homespun Yarn Party 2019, Savage, MD)
A little more disorganized than usual, but I seized the day to put out an episode! I've got a new cowl pattern out (Hon Worsted), recap the success of the Lots of Socks KAL, talk about a little design work,...
02.25.2019
Episode 062 (KAL KAL KAL KAL)
Seems like I spend this entire episode talking about KALs! Listen in to see how you can enter and be part of some amazing community. See full show notes at kinoknits.com/062. Recorded Monday, February 25, 2019.
01.23.2019
Episode 061 (2019 Planning!)
I've got my 2019 knitting, crafting, and retreating plans locked in and am sharing on this episode! I'm also looking forward to some KALs and explain how I'm interpreting my 2019 word of the year: Care. Full show notes can...
01.05.2019
Episode 060 (2018 Recap)
Whew! It's been a few weeks! Let's start off 2019 strong with a look back at 2018. Full show notes can be found at kinoknits.com/060. Recorded Saturday, January 5, 2019.
11.18.2018
Episode 059 (Untethered)
We've got the winners of the Point/Counterpoint, Vol. 4 KAL, announcements about the next big KAL coming (spoiler: it's the Indie Giftalong 2018), and an update on my stance on Making Things. Also, knitting and spinning makes me feel...
10.31.2018
Episode 058 (An Interview with the Founder of the Making Things App)
Kino Knits is a featured designer on the new Making Things app! Think of it as Netflix for knitters and crocheters... pay one monthly fee and get full access to a huge library of amazing patterns to enable your making....
10.22.2018
Episode 057 (An Interview with Lindsay English of The Fiber Seed)
My last five designs (the Haggle shawl and the Safari Mittens Collection) have all been in the same yarn - so I figured it was time to interview the dyer! Come listen to a chat with Lindsay English of The...
10.08.2018
Episode 056 (Into the Wool Fiber Retreat 2018)
It's my 3rd annual recap of the Into the Wool Fiber Retreat! Full show notes are at kinoknits.com/056. Recorded Sunday, October 7, 2018.

What's Kino Knits Podcast about?

Download our free app to listen on your phone

Kino Knits Podcast episodes:

Episode 105 (Ta-Ta For Now!)

Episode 104 (Megaliths Megacollection)

Episode 103 (Maryland Sheep and Wool Festival 2022)

Episode 102 (All the Crafts!)

Episode 101 (Spinning Out of This World)

Episode 100 (100!)

Episode 099 (2022 Plotting)

Episode 098 (2021 in Review, #Head2ToeKAL)

Episode 097 (Gift Knits Galore)

Episode 096 (Rhinebeck 2021)

Episode 095 (How to Knit a Sweater in Just 5 Years)

Episode 094 (The Mythology Collection)

Episode 093 (Zombie Knitpocalypse 2021)

Episode 092 (MDSW 2021 Classes)

Episode 091 (Remember Me? I'm Starting To)

Episode 090 (Yay, Science!)

Episode 089 (A Slow Start (and That’s Okay))

Episode 088 (2020 Recap and 2021 Plotting)

Episode 087 (An Interview with Stephanie Lotven of Tellybean Knits)

Episode 086 (An Interview with Kate Atherley of Outlander Knitting)

Episode 085 (Dumpster Fire 2020)

Episode 084 (An Interview with Jesie Ostermiller, Author of The Colorwork Bible)

Episode 083 (An Interview with Ali Telfer of Savvy Skeins)

Episode 082 (An Interview with Lori Patterson of Abstract Fiber)

Episode 081 (An Interview with Bug Richardson Seling of KnitCircus Yarns)

Episode 080 (An Interview with Lorri Ann Helberg of Arkansas Yarn Company)

Episode 079 (Grump Grump Grump)

Episode 078 (Let's Do Better Together)

Episode 077 (Adventures in Instagram Live)

Episode 076 (Interview with Jennifer Lassonde about Point/Counterpoint, Vol. 5)

Episode 075 (How I Knit a Sweater in a Day, and Other Tales of Social Distancing)

Episode 074 (Chicago, Illinois, USA)

Episode 073 (More of What You Want)

Episode 072 (Goals? What Goals?)

Episode 071 (Indie GAL 2019 Time!)

Episode 070 (Into the Wool Fiber Retreat 2019)

Episode 069 (An Interview with Katrina of Honeycomb Hills Hand-Dyed Yarn)

Episode 068 (Zombie Knitpocalypse 2019)

Episode 067 (All the Patterns!)

Episode 066 (Maryland Sheep and Wool Festival 2019)

Episode 065 (Design Pileup)

Episode 064 (New York City, USA)

Episode 063 (Homespun Yarn Party 2019, Savage, MD)

Episode 062 (KAL KAL KAL KAL)

Episode 061 (2019 Planning!)

Episode 060 (2018 Recap)

Episode 059 (Untethered)

Episode 058 (An Interview with the Founder of the Making Things App)

Episode 057 (An Interview with Lindsay English of The Fiber Seed)

Episode 056 (Into the Wool Fiber Retreat 2018)