After more than 150 episodes and four enchanting years, I’m officially pressing pause on Knit A Spell—but not to say goodbye. This is simply the beginning of a new creative chapter.

In this final episode of the season (and for now), I reflect on the theme of adaptation, share the big project that’s calling me forward, and let you know how we can stay connected while the podcast is on hiatus. Spoiler: I’m writing a book! 📖

In this episode:

✨ Why the podcast is pausing (and what’s coming next)
📚 A peek into the book I’m writing on magic, yarn, and energy
🧵 Online classes on magical knitting practices are in the works
💌 How to stay in touch & get a free pattern
🙏 A heartfelt thank-you to listeners, guests, patrons—and James Divine, my original co-host
🌟 And a reminder that Knit A Spell will remain online and available to revisit anytime

🧙‍♀️ Stay connected & continue the magic:

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🎧 Catch up on all episodes wherever you listen to podcasts or right here on YouTube.

Thank you for being part of this magical journey.
This isn’t goodbye—it’s a pause for more magical making. 💛
Until next time: merry make.

In this episode of Knit A Spell, I'm joined by the hilarious and insightful Lisa from @GetToHookingCrochet! Lisa is a self-proclaimed “Crochentertainer” who blends humor, chaos, and creativity to bring joy—and a healthy dose of realness—to the crochet world. We talk about her creative process, the pressure of perfection in fiber arts, and how humor can be a magical act of rebellion.

We also dive into social media, content creation, and the reality of being an influencer in today’s world. Plus, we explore her meaningful collaboration with the Loose Ends Project and what it really means to use your craft for good.

Trust me, you’ll laugh, reflect, and leave this episode feeling inspired to take your craft a little less seriously and a little more magically.

✨ FOLLOW LISA:
Instagram, TikTok & YouTube: @GetToHookingCrochet

🧶 LEARN MORE ABOUT THE LOOSE ENDS PROJECT:
https://www.looseendsproject.org

👕 LISA’S MERCH THAT SUPPORTS LOOSE ENDS:
https://craftsbyjanniele.com/collections/get-to-hooking-crochet-merch

🎧 PATREON BONUS:
Enjoyed this episode? Join us for the exclusive After Show on Patreon, where Lisa and I share even more behind-the-scenes stories and magical musings.
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This week on Knit A Spell, I’m joined by the extraordinary Daniela Simina—author, teacher, folk magic practitioner, and lifelong fiber witch. 🧶🌿

Together, we explore the ancestral wisdom of yarn magic, how fiber arts can be used in devotional and energetic work, and why spinning, knitting, and even blocking your knitting projects can be powerful magical acts.

Daniela shares her personal story of growing up in Romania with a grandmother who was both a medicine woman and fairy seer, and how those teachings shaped her path through loss, skepticism, healing, and spiritual rediscovery. This episode is a heartfelt dive into generational knowledge, spiritual resistance, and the resurgence of magical making.

🪡 In this episode:
✨ Why spinning and color choices hold deep magical potential
🌿 How Daniela uses herbs, oils, and intention during blocking
🧵 Magical ways to work with yarn—even if you don’t spin
🔮 Protection magic you can literally stitch into your garments
🌕 Her grandmother’s fairy-seeing practices and Romania’s sacred folklore
📖 And yes… she might be writing a fiber magic book 👀

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🔗 Follow & connect with Daniela Simina:
📚 Author page on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/danielasiminaauthor
📷 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/danielasimina1
📝 Blog: Whispers in the Twilight
🌐 BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/danielasimina.bsky.social
📚 Books available on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and major retailers – including Fairy Herbs for Fairy Magic

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💫 Join the After Show on Patreon for more magical insights and behind-the-scenes content:
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What do social work, true crime, and knitting have in common? This week on Knit A Spell, I’m joined by the brilliant and hilarious Kim Davis—lifelong New Yorker, crafter, and co-host of the Slaycation podcast! 🧶🔪

Together, we explore how storytelling connects all of these worlds, how crafting can become a form of healing and reinvention, and why crafters are often drawn to the darkest tales.

🕵️‍♀️ In this episode:

🧵 Whether you’re a true crime junkie, a fiber nerd, or both—this episode is packed with magic, wisdom, and a lot of laughs.

📌 Follow & listen to Kim’s podcast:

✨ Want more magic and bonus chats? Join the Knit A Spell After Show on Patreon:

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This week on Knit A Spell, Katie is joined by magical maker and Skein Shop owner Sasha Ogden, who shares how she adapted the River Mitts pattern into a brand new matching design—the Bridge Hat! 🧶✨

They chat about embracing imperfect yarns, getting creative with stash and handspun, and why adapting patterns is a magical skill every knitter should explore. Plus, they brainstorm some wild ideas for other double-cuffed projects, and Katie gets an update on Sasha’s intuitive approach to designing with accessibility in mind.

🧵 In this episode:

✨ The Bridge Hat—Sasha’s official companion pattern to Katie’s River Mitts

🧶 Using handspun yarn and stash with confidence

🌀 Designing patterns that are approachable, intuitive, and adaptable

🧵 Imagining future double-cuff designs

🪄 The importance of process and progress in magical making

🌟 Knit the patterns featured in this episode:

🧤 River Mitts: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/river-mitts-2

🧢 Bridge Hat: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/bridge-hat-2

🛍️ Special Offer on Sasha's Website!

Add the Bridge Hat pattern + one ball each of Alb Lino and Zauberball Crazy to your cart, and the pattern will automatically discount to FREE!

🎉 https://skeinshop.com/products/bridge-hat-pattern

💻 Explore Sasha’s shop: https://skeinshop.com

📷 Follow her on BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/skeinshop.bsky.social

📧 Contact Sasha for yarn help: [email protected]

🌈 Want more magic?

Join the Knit A Spell After Show on Patreon for extra chats, coloring pages, and behind-the-scenes perks:

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This week on Knit A Spell, I’m joined by the incredible Rochelle New—artist, stitch witch, and the mind behind Home Row Handcraft. Ro shares her journey of transformation, from a childhood love of textiles to becoming a creative business owner navigating chronic illness with grace, adaptability, and a little bit of magic. 🪡🌙

🎙️ In this episode, we chat about:

🧵 The origin of Home Row Handcraft and its powerful meaning

✨ How chronic fatigue shaped Ro’s business model (and made her art even more impactful)

🪑 Reclaiming space—literally—with a stylish director’s chair at the upcoming Fiber Witch Festival

🎨 Letting go of hustle culture and choosing sustainable creativity

🔮 The importance of intuition, digital tools, and giving yourself permission to adapt

Whether you're a maker managing health challenges or someone seeking inspiration to embrace change—this is a deeply honest and uplifting conversation. 💛

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🛍️ Explore Ro’s work: https://homerowhandcraft.com

📸 Follow Ro on IG: https://instagram.com/homerowhandcraft

🎪 Visit Ro at Fiber Witch Festival (April 2024): https://fiberwitchfestival.com

🧙‍♀️ Support Circle of Stitches after their flood: https://www.circleofstitches.com

💧 GoFundMe: https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-us-save-circle-of-stitches-from-a-flood

👉 Watch this episode on YouTube!
https://youtu.be/Mx7A8RTuB_0

✨ This week on Knit A Spell, we’re diving into the magical world of enamel pins, creative adaptation, and the power of fiber community! ✨

I’m joined by Emily O’Brien, the creative mastermind behind Kitty with a Cupcake and co-organizer of the Fiber Witch Festival! Emily’s work blends playful design with meaningful awareness, creating conversation-starting products that celebrate identity, magic, and fiber arts.

🔮 In this episode, we discuss:
• How Kitty with a Cupcake started and evolved into a full-time creative business
• The Pride Pals Interchangeable Pin System—the cutest way to share your identity with the world! 🏳️‍🌈✨
• The magic of fiber festivals and what it’s like to co-run Fiber Witch Festival
• The intersection of witchcraft, geek culture, and creative self-expression
• Why embracing fun and whimsy makes topics like LGBTQ+ identity and neurodiversity more approachable
• Emily’s dream product (you’re gonna want this to happen ASAP!)

📌 Links Mentioned in this Episode:
🎨 Kitty with a Cupcake – https://kittywithacupcake.com
🧙‍♀️ Fiber Witch Festival (April 11-13, 2024) – https://fiberwitchfestival.com
🌟 Follow Emily on Instagram & more:
Kitty with a Cupcake: https://instagram.com/kittywithacupcake
Fiber Witch Festival: https://instagram.com/fiberwitchfestival

🎧 Watch this episode of Knit A Spell on YouTube!
https://youtu.be/h3hQaIIsEWg

✨ Want MORE behind-the-scenes magic? Join the Knit A Spell After Show on Patreon!
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✨ An Important Update Before We Begin ✨ 

Just two hours after we recorded this episode, Circle of Stitches—Ana Campos’ beloved yarn shop in Salem, MA—was devastated by a flood from a burst pipe in the unit above. The shop is now undergoing major repairs, undoing all of the hard work that went into relocating to its new space just months ago.

While they work toward recovery, Circle of Stitches is operating a pop-up shop at Ana’s Toil & Trouble dye studio, but the road ahead is long.

🙏 How You Can Help:

🛍️ Shop online: https://circleofstitches.com

💜 Donate to their GoFundMe: https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-us-save-circle-of-stitches-from-a-flood

Every order and donation makes a huge difference in helping this magical community space reopen. Thank you for your support!

✨ About This Episode ✨

In this powerful conversation, Ana Campos—owner of Circle of Stitches and founder of the Fiber Witch Festival—shares her journey of adaptation, from relocating her shop under unexpected circumstances to launching a wildly successful fiber event in Salem.

🔮 In this episode, we discuss:

📌 LINKS Mentioned in this episode:

🏛️ Circle of Stitches – https://circleofstitches.com

🧙‍♀️ Fiber Witch Festival which runs April 11-13th – https://fiberwitchfestival.com

🌟 Toil & Trouble Hand-Dyed Yarn – https://toilandtrouble.com

📷 Follow Ana on Instagram:

Circle of Stitches: https://instagram.com/circlestitches

Fiber Witch Festival: https://instagram.com/fiberwitchfestival

Toil & Trouble: https://instagram.com/toiltrouble 

🔮 Join the Knit A Spell Patreon for exclusive after-show content & more!
👉 https://www.patreon.com/knitaspell

🎧 Watch this episode on YouTube!
👉 https://youtu.be/kSXw8TsS0AU

✨ Welcome to a New Season of Knit A Spell! ✨

A brand new season of Knit A Spell is here, and this time, we’re diving into the magic of adaptation—in crafting, in magic, and in life. 🌿🧶

In this solo episode, I share some big life updates (hello from Florida! ☀️), why adaptation became the theme for this season, and introduce a brand new segment: Five Foundational Questions that every guest will answer, offering insight into how different makers navigate change.

🔮 In this episode, we explore:

• My personal journey of adapting to a major life change

• How fiber artists and magical practitioners use adaptation as a tool for growth

• My favorite rituals and tools (including tarot and dream journaling!) for navigating change

• The unexpected way my Hex Cloth pattern came to life

• What to do when you feel stuck in your creative practice

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📩 Referenced Links:

Join the Knit A Spell Patreon for After Shows, exclusive content, and a free copy of my Hex Cloth pattern when released:
https://www.patreon.com/knitaspell

Toil & Trouble Cadence Yarn (shown in color Kelpie)
https://circle-of-stitches.myshopify.com/products/toil-trouble-cadence?variant=44356590305496

Sign up for my newsletter for updates, discounts & magical making inspiration:
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Follow the podcast on Instagram: 

https://www.instagram.com/knitaspell

Email me anytime! 

[email protected]

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✨ Join the conversation! ✨

How do you adapt in your creative practice? Drop a comment below and let’s chat

🎧 New episodes every Wednesday | After Show on Patreon every Friday

Merry Make! 🌙✨

🔮✨ Welcome, magical makers! ✨🔮

This month, we’re diving into your February 2025 horoscopes using a special tarot spread designed just for crafters—The Unraveled Knot Spread! Whether you knit, crochet, weave, spin, or create in any way, this reading will help you untangle creative blocks and find inspiration in your craft.

🌙 In This Episode:

🔹 February 2025 horoscopes for each zodiac sign

🔹 A guided introduction to The Unraveled Knot Spread

🔹 How to read tarot cards as a three-sentence answer

🔹 Featuring the Tarot of the Owls by Pamela Chen & Elisabeth Alba (Llewelyn)

🔹 A special shoutout to Pamela’s past Knit A Spell episode!

🧵 What is The Unraveled Knot Spread?

This tarot spread is a simple and effective way to gain insight into creative challenges. Each card represents:

🪢 The Knot – What is blocking you?

🧵 The Yarn – What resources or energy can help?

🪡 The Needle – What action should you take?

💡 NEW TO TAROT? 

I’ll be showing you how to read each card as a sentence, so by the end, you’ll have a 3-sentence paragraph that answers your question! It’s an easy, intuitive way to get started.

✨ Want to Learn This Spread for Yourself? ✨

I’m creating an online class to teach you how to use The Unraveled Knot Spread—whether for personal guidance or to read for your crafting friends! Sign up for my newsletter at www.LightFromLantern.com/newseltter to be the first to know when it launches!

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💰Watch Pam on Knit A Spell to learn How to Craft Quantum Cash! → https://youtu.be/GqUVDBcWDpE

✨FEATURED TAROT DECK✨

🦉 Tarot of the Owls by Pamela Chen & Elisabeth Alba:

 https://bookshop.org/a/84966/9780738768212 (AF LINK)

✨ Happy crafting and may your February be filled with magic! 🧙‍♀️🧶💖