This week, we're taking you on a barnyard journey.

At one point in this episode we were talking about "hair follicle" when what we really meant was "hair cuticle." Sorry about that!

Click here to see our blog post about different fiber types!

Penguono by Stephen West

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We're always learning new things from the fiber community! Today we're sharing some of our favorite tips and tools that make our knitting lives better.

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Penguono by Stephen West

Welcome to our first annual Stashdown KAL! This year's stashbusting project will be Stephen West's Penguono. Even though the KAL has started, there's still time to join! Really, isn't being fashionably late #goals?

Details:

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Short rows are your friends! Join us on a deep dive into the what, how, and why of these delightfully short sections of knitting that will make your finished projects fit like a dream!

_Patterns with short rows that we mentioned: _

Short row tutorials:

Penguono by Stephen West

Welcome to our first annual Stashdown KAL! This year's stashbusting project will be Stephen West's Penguono. Even though the KAL has started, there's still time to join! Really, isn't being fashionably late #goals?

Details:

Follow us on our new Instagram account @makegoodpod

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photo credit: The Rain Outside Shawl © Softsweater Knits

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This week we talk about where we get our knitting patterns, and how access to patterns (and becoming a designer!) has changed over the years. We also answer a Dear Scratch question about yarn bleeding during blocking... yikes!

If you're curious about our littlest, naughtiest dog Charlie, you can see him on our website!

NOTE: Unless otherwise noted, designers and patterns mentioned will link to Ravelry pages.

This week we talk about needles! There are so many options available, it can feel a little overwhelming. Fortunately, that means that there's a set out there for everyone! Plus we have a quick chat about the variety of yarn produced by different sheep breeds.

Wood needles

Metal needles

Ergonomic needles

Double pointed needles (DPNS)

Penguono by Stephen West

Lotta by Marie Greene

Sassy Cardigan Sweater by Bonnie Desroches

Icelandic wool:

Highland wool:

Welcome to our first annual Stashdown KAL. This year's stashbusting project will be Stephen West's Penguono. Today we're talking about some of the technical aspects of pattern (size, gauge, choosing yarns, etc.) and we hope that you'll knit a Penguono with us!

Details:

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This week we talk about our relationship with our stashes. We identify three types of stash-havers, and talk about ways to change (if that's what you want to do)!

We're also getting ready for our first annual Stashdown. This year's stashbusting project will be Stephen West's Penguono.

We recorded this episode out of order and totally do have a podcast instagram! @makegoodpod

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In our first-ever holiday episode, we share listeners' stories of The Sweater Curse and gifts gone wrong.

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This week we talk to Anne and Kathy, the organizers behind Warm the Line. Plus your blocking and end-weaving questions answered!

Where to donate items for Georgia Runoff - Jan 5

Anne's Instagram @bea.n.chardesignss

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This week's episode has some suggestions for quick gift knits and things knitters might have on their wishlist! Plus we answer an email about informational accessibility and chat about LYS culture.

[2020 Giftmas Guide]((https://blog.scratchsupplyco.com/stitchwitch/2020-holiday-gift-guide) on our blog, with links to all items mentioned

Lambing Mitts by Veronika Jobe for Tolt Yarn & Wool in Brooklyn Tweed Shelter

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