Lets Knit2gether (Video)

In this latest episode of our video podcast we continue our journey to Alaska with a stop in Anchorage for a visit at the Oomingmak Cooperative.

While there we find out more about qiviut, muskox and the Inuit knitters who create the lovely lace qiviut items.

What I am wearing/knitting:

* In Alaska - Nachaq knitted with Qiviut

* In Alaska - Heartstrings Morning Surf Scarf, hy handspun superwash merino in Dinosaur Colorway from Spunky Eclectic

* In the chair - Ishbel shawlette by Ysolda knitted with Tili Thomas Beaded Plie American Beauty

Special thanks to Torgeir Robertson.

For more information about qiviut and the Inuit knitters check out:

Arctic Lace: Knitting Projects and Stories Inspired by Alaskarsquo;s Native Knitters by Donna Druchunas

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In this latest episode of our podcast we demonstrate steeking! Watch as we walk through crochet steeking and the cutting!

For more info on this technique, check out Eunny Jang's Blog

What I am wearing:

* Icelandic Lopi sweater Number 4 from Iacute;stex Lopi No. 23 knitted in Lopi in colors B 0051 White, MC - 0008 Lt. Denim, C 0098 Cadet Blue, A 009 Med. Denim

What's on the set:

* Abbey Mock Turtle Pullover

* Abbey Vneck Pullover

* Pattern Ruth Sorenson Autumn Cardigan

My knitting is on display at the New City Library in New York State.

Our Knit-a-long can be found on the Let'sKnit2gether Ravelers group where we're knitting squares for Afghans For Afghans

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When you support our sponsor, you support the show! At checkout, be sure to leave a message telling them that yoursquo;re a fan of Letrsquo;s Knit2gether and thank them for their support.

In this latest episode of our video podcast we start off our new series from the 2009 NY State Sheep and Wool Festival in Rhinebeck. NY. We met with Kay and Ann from Mason-Dixon Knitting and they chat with us about their books, blog and shopping at Rhinebeck.

Books Mentioned:

* Mason-Dixon Knitting: The Curious Knitters' Guide: Stories, Patterns, Advice, Opinions, Questions, Answers, Jokes, and Pictures

* Mason-Dixon Knitting Outside the Lines: Patterns, Stories, Pictures, True Confessions, Tricky Bits, Whole New Worlds, and Familiar Ones, Too

* Audio Book: Mason-Dixon Knitting Outside the Lines and Stories From the Nation's Leading Bi-regional Knitting Blog

What am I wearing:

* In Rhinebeck- Icelandic knit hat made with Reynolds Lopi in 3 denim shades and white.

* In the chair- Abbey Cross Scarf made with Abbey Merino in Moonlight Chapel

Go here for the Abbey Collection Contest http://yarnmarket.blogspot.com/2009/11/introducing-abbey-collection.html . You must leave your answer there to be eligible to win and don't forget to tell them how much you appreciate Yarnmarket sponsoring our show!

This episode is sponsored by:

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When you support our sponsor, you support the show! At checkout, be sure to leave a message telling them that you're a fan of Let's Knit2gether and thank them for their support.

In this latest episode we take a trip to Alaska on a quest for Qiviut. Our first stop is in Fairbanks where we chat with the Fairbanks Fiberistas.

What am I wearing:

* In the chair: Clapotis made with Noro Silk Garden in color #211

* In Fairbanks: Diagonal Lace Scarf knitted with my homespun 2ply fingering yarn from Cherry Tree Hill Pastels Potluck Roving

Special thanks to Patti (Patsand) for inviting us and driving us to the meetup.

Thanks also to Monica (Snowmagnolia) and Ginny (Gin) for their interviews and everyone at the Fairbanks Fiberistas group for making us feel welcome!

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In this episode of our video podcast we demonstrate machine knitting. You'll learn about basic setup and stitches for using a knitting machine.

What's on the set:

* Brother KX-350 Home Knitter (no longer available)

* Silver Reed LK-150 Knitting Machine

* Bond Ultimate Sweater Machine

What am I wearing:

* White Lies Design Easy Lace Jacket made with ggh Soft Kid. Finished Fall 2003.

For more info on machine knitting:

Hand-Manipulated Stitches for Machine Knitters by Susan Susan Guagliumi

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This episode of our video podcast is the last from the 2008 NY State Sheep and Wool Festival. We review some of the winners in the Garment Competition and enjoy the sites at the festival.

What you'll see in this episode:

* Activities for children

* Food

* Garment Competition Winners

* Pumpkin Carving

* A great band Espiritu Andino

* Shopping at Ideuma Creek Alpacas

What I am wearing:

* In Rhinebeck - Fetching in Handspun Buffalo and Noro Coat from Jane Ellisonrsquo;s Simply Noro made in Noro Kochoran

* In the Chair - simple garter stitch scarf made with Windsong

Thanks to Diane (Knitmydream) for her interview

Our giveaway of Crystal Palace Mini Mochi is offered by our Sponsor Yarnmarket

If you're submitting for this year's skein and garment competition be sure to get your entries in before 1pm Friday 10/16!

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In this latest episode of our video podcast we return to the NYS Sheep and Wool Festival to see the Leaping Llama competition and learn a bit about rug hooking.

What I am wearing:

* At Rhinebeck: Noro Coat completed Winter 2005 from Jane Ellisonrsquo;s Simply Noro made in Noro Kochoran

* In the chair: Sweater made with cotton Schachenmayr Nomotta Scaletta from Inspiration 75. The pattern is actually designed for long sleeve, however, I made it with short sleeves. Completed Spring 2006.

What's on the set:

* Fiber Gathering: Knit, Crochet, Spin, and Dye More than 20 Projects Inspired by Americarsquo;s Festivals by Joanne Seiff

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In this latest episode of our video series, we return to the NY State Sheep and Wool Festival to see the exciting Spinning Contest where contestants compete for the longest thread! Listen to Kris as she tells us her strategy for winning. (Just in case you're planning to enter the contest this year!)

Book Review:

* Fiber Gathering: Knit, Crochet, Spin, and Dye More than 20 Projects Inspired by America's Festivals by Joanne Seiff

Enter for a chance to win this book by leaving a comment for this episode, "What is your favorite fiber festival or knitting event?"

What I am wearing:

* At Rhinebeck: Noro Coat completed Winter 2005 from Jane Ellisonrsquo;s Simply Noro made in Noro Kochoran

* In the Chair: Heartstrings Morning Surf Scarf, hy handspun superwash merino in Dinosaur Colorway from Spunky Eclectic.

Music in this episode:

* Lee Maddeford's Genevieve-Jazz4tet

This episode is sponsored by:

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In this latest episode of our video podcast, we demonstrate how to do entrelac, a modular knitting technique.

Follow along with CAT as she demonstrates knitting entrelac with the Garterlac Dishcloth from Criminy Jickets.

Book Review:

* The Essential Guide to Color Knitting Techniques

What's on the set:

* Market Squares bag made with Patonsrsquo; Wool. Completed Fall 200 5 from the book Bags: A Knitter's Dozen (A Knitter's Dozen series)

* Garterlac Dishcloth by Criminy Jickets in Lily Sugar 'n Cream

What am I wearing:

* Shaped Triangle Shawl designed by Two Old Bags made with Cashmere/merino laceweight (discontinued) completed 2002 from the book A Gathering of Lace

Special Thanks to Dave of Criminy Jickets for the use of his Garterlac Pattern in this episode.

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In this latest episode of our video podcast we return to the 2008 NYS Sheep and Wool festival where we meeting with Ron Miskin from Buffalo Gold and Dianne Lutz from Creatively Dyed.

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What I am wearing:

* At Rhinebeck - Fetching in handspun Buffalo and Noro Coat completed Winter 2005 from Jane Ellisonrsquo;s Simply Noro made in Noro Kochoran

* In the Chair - Fan Kimono from Vicki Square Knit Kimono: 18 Designs with Simple Shapes made with Bristol Yarn Gallery Somerset