This episode includes the following segments: Ever-expanding Skill Set, Yarn Lover at Large, and Off the Shelf. If you entered the lottery for the Knit Local Getaway, you should have received a message about the status of your reservation. Contact Sara if you need additional information. Ever-expanding Skill Set Yarn

I’ve been thinking about how many small steps build to a momentous journey. The Back Porch   Ever-expanding Skill Set Off the Shelf Lucille Clifton (1936-2010) Clifton is noted for saying much with few words. In a Christian Century review of Clifton’s work, Peggy Rosenthal commented, “The first thing that strikes us about Lucille Clifton’s … Continue reading Episode 152 →

The Front Porch I’m working on a recipe for my socks. I think I have the details worked out, and I’ve knit the cuff for each sock.  Knitting socks in tandem on dpns is really my thing. Ever-expanding Skill Set marshmallows from Taproot Issue 20 Chicken-tamale Pie Enchiladas from Ree Drummond Off the Shelf

Knit Local Getaway Listen to Episode 149 for more information. For links and pricing, visit the getaway page. The lottery opened on January 1 and will remain open through January 15. Taproot Make-along January 1 – March 1 any pattern, project or recipe from the HANDS section of Taproot, any issue tag your IG posts … Continue reading Episode 150 →

In this brief episode, I provide details about upcoming Knit Local Getaway in Washington County, New York. You can find additional information on the Getaway page. The lottery opens on January 1 and closes on January 15.  If you are interested in attending this retreat, you should enter the lottery. Priority registration will be given … Continue reading Episode 149 →

The Back Porch The Front Porch Journal Cowl by Beatrice Perron Dahlen

What is on your holiday wish list? Please drop a line in the Ravelry group to let me know what you’re wishing for . . . or what turns up in your stocking or under your tree. The Back Porch   for linecké těsto (linz dough) 300 g flour 200 g unsalted butter 100 g … Continue reading Episode 147 →

A winter storm is on the way, so I got to the studio early to record this episode. Contents include a bit of chinwaggin’ about the past few weeks, finished projects and new on the needles, plus something new I’ve learned about onions. I hope you have a lovely week. The Back Porch The Front … Continue reading Episode 146 →

I’m back with Episode 145 after a #digital detox this week. This episode includes the following segments: The Back Porch, The Front Porch, Ever-expanding Skill Set, and details about the Taproot make-along that will begin on January 1. The old friend I mention in this episode is crochet, which was my entry into the world of … Continue reading Episode 145 →

This episode features the following segments: The Back Porch, Fleece-wise Update, Gratitude Journal, and Sew Forth. I will be taking a digital detox during this week of Thanksgiving. Bovine Social Club’s holiday bash, Jingle Jingle, at the Deer Head Inn The Back Porch FLEECE-WISE update Sew Forth Pajama Pants for Everyone in Heather Ross’ Weekend … Continue reading Episode 144 →