Stay ConnectedWhere the Yarn Meets the Road – Work from Home Edition. Hi, I’m Jen! I’m a knitter, and in non-pandemic times, I’m a commuter. For now, let’s chat about knitting while I work from home until I get back on the road again. Come along for the ride!
Follow me on Instagram as @ndjen04, Twitter as @CommuterKnitter or Like the podcast on Facebook. Enjoy!
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While I have been updating Ravelry periodically, none of the links will direct you to the site in case it is not accessible for you. Feel free to look up my projects under ndjen04
WelcomeIt is a short episode today, but I could not resist the opportunity to turn on the microphone twelve years to the day since this day only comes around every four years! Thank you for joining me on this journey for the past TWELVE years exactly. What a ride it has been!
DriveWhile I have been updating Ravelry periodically, none of the links will direct you to the site in case it is not accessible for you. Feel free to look up my projects under ndjen04
WelcomeThank you for bearing with me in an unexpected nearly-year-long hiatus! Life got in the way of the podcast and knitting, but alas I am back to catch up and share my projects with you.
You’ve Arrived At Your DestinationWhile I have been updating Ravelry periodically, none of the links will direct you to the site in case it is not accessible for you. Feel free to look up my projects under ndjen04
WelcomeThank you to everyone who has been on this ELEVEN year podcasting journey with me! It has been quite the adventure with lots of bumps along the way, but I appreciate each and every one of you who has downloaded, listened, shared, or otherwise connected with me through the podcast over the years. Take a quick trip down memory lane as I reflect back on that first episode!
You’ve Arrived At Your DestinationWhile I have been updating Ravelry periodically, none of the links will direct you to the site in case it is not accessible for you. Feel free to look up my projects under ndjen04
You’ve Arrived At Your Destination DriveWhile I have been updating Ravelry periodically, none of the links will direct you to the site in case it is not accessible for you. Feel free to look up my projects under ndjen04
You’ve Arrived At Your DestinationRecent FOs:
Please note – none of the links in this post will direct you to Ravelry due to accessibility issues. I have created project pages here on my website or have directed you right to the designers’ or yarn dyers’ websites.
You’ve Arrived At Your DestinationI talk about my day with Aurora at the NY Sheep and Wool Festival in Rhinebeck, NY two weeks ago.
We will try to attend the New England Fiber Festival on Saturday, November 5th
Off-roadingFor those in the US, please remember to cast your ballots on or by Tuesday, November 8th. Using our voices is more important than ever.
Come Find Me on the InterwebsPlease note – none of the links in this post will direct you to Ravelry due to accessibility issues. I have created project pages here on my website and also direct you right to the designers’ or yarn dyers’ websites.
You've Arrived At Your DestinationPlease note - none of the links in this post will direct you to Ravelry due to accessibility issues. I have created project pages here on my website and also direct you right to the designers' or yarn dyers' websites.
You've Arrived at Your Destination
Drive
Road Trips
Trip Planner
Backseat Drivers
The twins say "Hello!", but do not make an appearance this episode.
Come Find me on the Interwebs
Please note - none of the links in this post will direct you to Ravelry due to accessibility issues. I have created project pages here on my website and also direct you right to the designers' or yarn dyers' websites.
You've Arrived at Your Destination
Drive
Road Trips
Your Mileage May Vary
I wrap up this episode with thoughts around how to balance the heaviness of world events with taking action and taking care of oneself.
Backseat Drivers
The twins say "Hello!", but do not make an appearance this episode.
Come Find me on the Interwebs
Please note - none of the links in this post will direct you to Ravelry due to accessibility issues.
You've Arrived at Your Destination
Drive
Rearview Mirror
Trip Planner
Backseat Drivers
The twins say "Happy New Year!", but do not make an appearance this episode.
Come Find me on the Interwebs
Please note - none of the links in this post will direct you to Ravelry due to accessibility issues.
You've Arrived at Your Destination
Drive
Road Trips
Backseat Drivers
The twins say "hello", but do not make an appearance this episode.
Come Find me on the Interwebs
Please note - none of the links in this post will direct you to Ravelry due to accessibility issues.
You've Arrived at Your Destination
Drive
Road Trips
Your Mileage May Vary/Trip Planner
Backseat Drivers
The twins share their current projects with a bit of podcasting before bed
The girls say "hi!"Come Find me on the Interwebs
Please note - none of the links in this post will direct you to Ravelry due to accessibility issues.
You've Arrived at Your Destination
Drive
Road Trips
Your Mileage May Vary
Backseat Drivers
The twins do not join me this time, but say hello!
Come Find me on the Interwebs
Please note - none of the links in this post will direct you to Ravelry due to accessibility issues.
You've Arrived at Your Destination
Drive
Road Trips
Trip Planner and Your Mileage May Vary
I ramble a bit about being a process knitter vs. a product knitter - having lots of WIPs or focusing on one project at a time. I mention some plans for upcoming projects:
Backseat Drivers
The twins do not join me this time, but say hello!
Come Find me on the Interwebs
You've Arrived at Your Destination
Drive
Check Engine Light/Road Maps
Road Trips
Backseat Drivers
The twins join me after the music to talk about their current knitting projects
Come Find me on the Interwebs
You've Arrived at Your Destination
Bean & Olive and Bean & Olive Grown-up by Andrea Mowry
Drive
Road Trips
Your Mileage May Vary
I discuss my own yarn shopping habits
Backseat Drivers
The twins join me for sound checks with my new microphone
Come Find me on the Interwebs
Drive
Bean & Olive and Bean & Olive Grown-up by Andrea Mowry
Vanilla Sock - Patons Kroy - Fern Rose Jaquards
Trip Planning
I talk about planning for The Knit Girllls Stash Dash, Down Cellar Studio Splash Pad Party and other Summertime Make-alongs
Road Trips
Your Mileage May Vary
I discuss various knitting trends that started to emerge while I was on the sidelines - mohair, minis, and speckled yarn
Backseat Drivers
The twins share a joke from the Spark Shorts Purl (Disney+) and talk a little about an episode of If You Give a Mouse a Cookie (Amazon Prime)
Come Find me on the Interwebs
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Join me for a mid-week episode of the podcast - Take 3!
Please note - none of the links are to pages on Ravelry.com due to accessibility issues currently present on the site as of the time of this recording.
You've Arrived At Your Destination
North Shore by Tin Can Knits - TCK website
Drive
Bean & Olive and Bean & Olive Grown-up by Andrea Mowry
Vanilla Sock with Megan Williams' OMG Heel
Road Maps
I discuss choosing colors for color work knitting and mention Melissa Leapman's Mastering Color Knitting.
Your Mileage May Vary
I talk about finding one's knitting spark when life is throwing us curveballs - expectedly or unexpectedly.
Backseat Drivers
Stay tuned after the music for a clip of the twins chatting about knitting.
Come Find me on the Interwebs
Take # 371 of this episode after technical difficulties. It reminded me of the episode of The West Wing where President Bartlett could not successfully pre-record his weekly radio address. In the end, he finally got through it live. Turns out, the same strategy worked for me today and I was able to record the rest of the episode in one take and did not need to edit much! Join me as a project reaches a roadblock, a long languishing project sees the light of day again, and I swatch for upcoming projects. My co-hosts make a return appearance on the show at the very end.
Thank you!
Thank you to Jasmin and Gigi of the Knitmore Girls Podcast for the recent shoutout
And many thanks to Jen of the Down Cellar Studio Podcast and YouTube channel for inviting me to join her for a Crafty Chat on her channel!
Drive
North Shore by Tin Can Knits - TCK website
Oranje by Ann Weaver - Knitty.com
Trip Planner
Bean & Olive and Bean & Olive Grown-up by Andrea Mowry
Your Mileage May Vary
I discuss the current accessibility issues with Ravelry and ponder my future use of the site. Please join me and others in staying off the site March 31st - April 2nd in solidarity with those who are unable to access due to triggering migraines and other health issues. For additional details, please check out posts by ktb38 and evanitaewm on Instagram.
Come Find me on the Interwebs
Thank you everyone for the warm welcome back to the world of podcasting after the last episode!
This episode, I share a finished object, talk about my current project, and blather on a bit about needle organization. My little co-hosts make a return appearance at the end of the show.
You've Arrived at Your Destination (with a couple Check Engine Lights along the way!)
Crazyheart by Tanis Lavallee - Tanis Fiber Arts website
Crazyheart Ravelry Project Page
Drive
North Shore by Tin Can Knits - TCK website
North Shore Ravelry Project Page
Your Mileage May Vary
How do you store your needles?
Come Find me on the Interwebs
Ravelry - ndjen04
Ravelry Group - Commuter Knitter Podcast
Twitter - @CommuterKnitter
Facebook - Commuter Knitter
Periscope - Commuter Knitter
Email - commuterknitter@gmail.com
Show notes - http://commuterknitter.blogspot.com
Instagram - ndjen04
Spotify - Commuter Knitter Podcast
**Update - 3/5/2021 - a listener brought to my attention that the links below were not working. Hopefully the technical issues have been fixed! :-)
Four years, four months and a week ago was the last time I recorded an episode of the podcast. After all this time, my knitting spark has finally turned back into a (small) flame and I have been inspired to return to the podcast to share!
**Please note - all Ravelry links will be clearly labeled as such**
You've Arrived at Your Destination
Little Camaro by Tanis Lavalee - Tanis Fiber Arts website
Little Camaro Ravelry Project Page
Mini Last Unicorn - Bad Wolf Girl Studios Etsy Shop
Mini Last Unicorn Ravelry Project Page
Drive
Crazyheart by Tanis Lavallee - Tanis Fiber Arts website
Crazyheart Ravelry Project Page
Trip Planner
North Shore by Tin Can Knits - TCK website
Neighborhood Fiber Company Studio DK
Bean & Olive by Andrea Mowry - Drea Renee Knits website
Bean & Olive Grown-Up by Andrea Mowry - Drea Renee Knits website
Come Find me on the Interwebs
Ravelry - ndjen04
Ravelry Group - Commuter Knitter Podcast
Twitter - @CommuterKnitter
Facebook - Commuter Knitter
Periscope - Commuter Knitter
Email - commuterknitter@gmail.com
Show notes - http://commuterknitter.blogspot.com
Instagram - ndjen04
Thank you for sticking with me and welcome to any new listeners! In this episode, I share how I am finding balance and am getting my knit groove back. No show notes this go-around - am just happy to be back behind the microphone and chatting with you all!
I'm BAAAACCCCKKKK in the Saddle! Three months and a day between episodes. Boy am I glad to be back at the microphone. Not much progress to share on the knitting front, so I share my plans to get my knitting mojo back this summer with ALL THE KALs. We also have a special guest for the last segment or two :-)
You've Arrived at Your Destination
Puerperium Cardigan - newborn size
Drive & Trip Planner
Stash Dash with TheKnitGirllls
Graduate Your Stash KAL with Kino Knits
Batter Up KAL with In a Sknit
Great Outdoors KAL with Knitting Butterflies
Splash Pad Party with Down Cellar Studio
PALKAL with ACTually Knitting
Go Buffalo!Playful Stripes Cardigan
Offroading
Cross Stitching
Thank you for all of the kind words and well wishes following the four year pod-iversary in February and the birth of our daughters the following day!
Come Find me on the Interwebs
Ravelry - ndjen04
Ravelry Group - Commuter Knitter Podcast
Twitter - @CommuterKnitter
Facebook - Commuter Knitter
Periscope - ndjen04
Email - commuterknitter@gmail.com
Show notes - http://commuterknitter.blogspot.com
Google + - Commuter Knitter Podcast
Instagram - ndjen04
Four years ago today on Leap Day 2012, I turned on the voice memo app on my phone and the Commuter Knitter Podcast was born. Thank you for a wonderful FOUR years!! :-)
You've Arrived at Your Destination
Drive
Repaired Carlos' Fighting Irish Mittens
Puerperium Cardigan - newborn size
Neutral
Traffic Report
Some new podcasts for you to enjoy!
In a Sknit - rebooted as a one-woman video podcast with krisluvswool
Cultivate and Create - with mrsshoo (formerly of In a Sknit)
Thank you for a great four years of podcasting!
Come Find me on the Interwebs
Ravelry - ndjen04
Ravelry Group - Commuter Knitter Podcast
Twitter - @CommuterKnitter
Facebook - Commuter Knitter
Periscope - Commuter Knitter
Email - commuterknitter@gmail.com
Show notes - http://commuterknitter.blogspot.com
Google + - Commuter Knitter Podcast
Instagram - ndjen04
Happy New Year! Thank you all for a wonderful 2015 and here's to a great 2016!!
You've Arrived at Your Destination
Drive
Gauge Matters in Crochet, too!
Party Bus
Dusting off the Party Bus to give away a copy of Skein Watch Socks by Kinoknits
Mary recently started a podcast of her own. I've listened to the first few episodes and this one will definitely find its way into my rotation!
Enter to win in the Ravelry Group - Contest will close January 10th
Rearview Mirror
Recap of 2015 Goals
New-to-me Yarn Dyers added to the stash in 2015:
Looking ahead to 2016
Balance is the key word for this year
Come Find me on the Interwebs
Ravelry - ndjen04
Ravelry Group - Commuter Knitter Podcast
Twitter - @CommuterKnitter
Facebook - Commuter Knitter
Periscope - Commuter Knitter
Email - commuterknitter@gmail.com
Show notes - http://commuterknitter.blogspot.com
Google + - Commuter Knitter Podcast
Instagram - ndjen04
A little late in getting this episode out to you all, but I hope you enjoy!
Your Mileage May Vary
Does the shorter daylight time in the winter months impact your knitting or crafting time?
You've Arrived at Your Destination
Drive
Trip Planner
Recreating a blanket that my great-grandma crocheted for me as a baby that was handed down to my middle brother
Party Bus
Dusting off the Party Bus to give away a copy of Skein Watch Socks by Kinoknits
**Note - after recording the episode, Mary let me know that she recently started a podcast of her own. I've listened to the first few episodes and this one will definitely find its way into my rotation!
Enter to win in the Ravelry Group
Offroading
Carlos and I ventured up to Boston for the ND-BC game at Fenway Park and had a wonderful time!
Come Find me on the Interwebs
Ravelry - ndjen04
Ravelry Group - Commuter Knitter Podcast
Twitter - @CommuterKnitter
Facebook - Commuter Knitter
Periscope - Commuter Knitter
Email - commuterknitter@gmail.com
Show notes - http://commuterknitter.blogspot.com
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Instagram - ndjen04
Carlos and I thank you so much for all of the kind notes and messages after Episode 100's exciting news that I shared. This episode I have a couple FOs, a few WIPs, answer some questions about sweater knitting, and recap a wonderful day at NY State Sheep & Wool.
You've Arrived at Your Destination
Drive
Addendum - Trip Planner - Bumble Socks for Carlos
Where Shall We Go Today?
A new segment to answer your questions. This episode I talk all about sweater knitting thanks to a question from Michelle ACTuallyKNITting
I mention Amy Herzog's books and Craftsy Class (keep in mind I am a Craftsy affiliate, so if you happen to purchase a class after clicking a link here, I do receive a small commission)
Road Trips
NY State Sheep and Wool - October 17 and 18
Come Find me on the Interwebs
Ravelry - ndjen04
Ravelry Group - Commuter Knitter Podcast
Twitter - @CommuterKnitter
Facebook - Commuter Knitter
Periscope - Commuter Knitter
Email - commuterknitter@gmail.com
Show notes - http://commuterknitter.blogspot.com
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This episode I am grateful for reaching 100 episodes, recap my 2015 goals, and share several new WIPs that have been under wraps for a bit. Stay tuned after the closing music for some previously unaired audio from the "sound check" before the pilot episode. Rearview Mirror Recap/Check-in for 2015 goals and #stashdownthrowdown Drive Mama Vertebrae Halloween Socks Arne & Carlos Socks DCS Pigskin Party with BostonJen
A quick detour with news that will provide context to the next few WIPs Newborn Vertebrae Go Buffalo Rainbow Ripple Baby Blanket Where Shall We Go Today? A new segment to answer your questions. This episode I talk all about choosing projects for travel and vacation knitting Road Trips Western CT Yarn Crawl - September 25-27 NY State Sheep and Wool - October 17 and 18 Come Find me on the Interwebs Ravelry - ndjen04 Ravelry Group - Commuter Knitter Podcast Twitter - @CommuterKnitter Facebook - Commuter Knitter Periscope - Commuter Knitter Email - commuterknitter@gmail.com Show notes - http://commuterknitter.blogspot.com Google + - Commuter Knitter Podcast Instagram - ndjen04
A recap of Stash Dash, a few WIPs, a chat about knitting socks for Carlos, and gearing up for Notre Dame football!
You've Arrived at Your Destination
Stash Dash recap - Details in TheKnitGirllls group
Patons Kroy Stripes - first sock done
Swirl E. Socks in One Twisted Tree Variegated Twist
Hitofude - Take Two
Congrats to Jasmin on her Stash Dash win AND the arrival of the newest Knitmore!
Drive
Frogged:
Where Shall We Go Today?
A new segment to answer your questions. This episode I talk all about knitting socks for Carlos and what I do differently.
Offroading
Notre Dame Football starts on Saturday!! Go Irish!!
Road Trips
Western CT Yarn Crawl - September 25-27
NY State Sheep and Wool - October 17 and 18
Come Find me on the Interwebs
Ravelry - ndjen04
Ravelry Group - Commuter Knitter Podcast
Twitter - @CommuterKnitter
Facebook - Commuter Knitter
Periscope - Commuter Knitter
Email - commuterknitter@gmail.com
Show notes - http://commuterknitter.blogspot.com
Google + - Commuter Knitter Podcast
Instagram - ndjen04
Three FOs, a couple WIPs and a lot of WIP-talking
You've Arrived at Your Destination
Swirl E. Socks in One Twisted Tree Variegated Twist
Prairie Girls Knit & Spin podcast
One Twisted Adventure - blog post from One Twisted Tree
These would count for ACTually KNITting's PALKAL
Hitofude - Take Two
Drive
Stash Dash strategizing - Details in TheKnitGirllls group
Jasmin and I have a friendly wager going
Where Shall We Go Today?
A new segment to answer your questions. This week I talk all about my WIPs.
Road Trips
STITCHES Midwest - this weekend!
Stitch N Pitch at Citifield - August 16
Western CT Yarn Crawl - September
NY State Sheep and Wool - October 17 and 18
Come Find me on the Interwebs
Ravelry - ndjen04
Ravelry Group - Commuter Knitter Podcast
Twitter - @CommuterKnitter
Facebook - Commuter Knitter
Email - commuterknitter@gmail.com
Show notes - http://commuterknitter.blogspot.com
Google + - Commuter Knitter Podcast
Instagram - ndjen04
Socks as far as the eye can see! And Jen is a cheater...
You've Arrived at Your Destination
Rainbows Flying Off the Needles
Drive
Stash Dash strategizing - Details in TheKnitGirllls group
Jasmin and I have a friendly wager going
#operationclearthesockneedles
Swirl E. Socks in One Twisted Tree Variegated Twist
Spring Forward 2.0 - One Twisted Tree
Whiz Bang by MrsShoo from the In a Sknit podcast in Quaere Fibre Sparkle Sock in Vincent & The Doctor
Two Lane Highway Rage Socks in Voolenvine Yarns stored in my glove box in my Stitched by Jessalu BBT bag.
Little Mount Yarn Co. Exploding TARDIS
Prairie Girls Knit & Spin podcast
Road Maps - Sock Edition
Over the course of the several episodes, we are chatting about socks. This week I talk about non-wool based sock yarns
Blue Moon Fiber Arts - Sock Candy
Sock Edition Thread in the Ravelry Group - let me know what you want me to talk about in this segment - ask away!
Rearview Mirror
Answered a question from the contest thread from earlier this year - DebKnits2 asked about my favorite project
Come Find me on the Interwebs
Ravelry - ndjen04
Ravelry Group - Commuter Knitter Podcast
Twitter - @CommuterKnitter
Facebook - Commuter Knitter
Email - commuterknitter@gmail.com
Show notes - http://commuterknitter.blogspot.com
Google + - Commuter Knitter Podcast
Instagram - ndjen04
This week I overcame technical difficulties to share lots of WIPs, an FO for Stash Dash, and a brief chat about how I care for my socks
You've Arrived at Your Destination
Zigzagular Socks by Susie White
Total meterage for Stash Dash - 893.6 meters
Drive
Stash Dash strategizing - Details in TheKnitGirllls group
Jasmin and I have a friendly wager going
The Ultimate Nerd Scarf (formerly Big Bang Theory Scarf) out of hibernation
Graph Paper website - Thank you to Larry in our Ravelry Group for sharing!
I mention the Around Your Neck KAL with Suburban Stitcher and Must Stash podcasts
Spring Forward 2.0 - One Twisted Tree
Two Lane Highway Rage Socks in Voolenvine Yarns stored in my glove box in my Stitched by Jessalu BBT bag.
Prairie Girls Knit & Spin podcast
Swirl E. Socks in One Twisted Tree Variegated Twist
Whiz Bang by MrsShoo from the In a Sknit podcast in Quaere Fibre Sparkle Sock in Vincent & The Doctor
Road Maps - Sock Edition
Over the course of the several episodes, we are chatting about socks. This week I talk about how I care for my socks
Sock Edition Thread in the Ravelry Group - let me know what you want me to talk about in this segment - ask away!
Road Trips
I-91 Shop Hop - June 25th-28th
Green Mountain Spinnery (Putney, VT)
Handknits (Brattleboro, VT)
Sheep & Shawl (Deerfield, MA)
Northampton Wools (Northampton, MA)
WEBS (Northampton, MA)
Marji's Yarncrafts (Granby, CT)
Creative Fibers LLC (Windsor, CT)
Village Wool (Glastonbury, CT)
Country Yarns (Wallingford, CT)
Knit New Haven (New Haven, CT)
The Yarn Barn LLC (Woodbridge, CT)
The Yarn Basket (Branford, CT)
Come Find me on the Interwebs
Ravelry - ndjen04
Ravelry Group - Commuter Knitter Podcast
Twitter - @CommuterKnitter
Facebook - Commuter Knitter
Email - commuterknitter@gmail.com
Show notes - http://commuterknitter.blogspot.com
Google + - Commuter Knitter Podcast
Instagram - ndjen04
This week it's a lot of smack talk about Stash Dash, lots of knitting, how to battle second sock syndrome, and a bit of offroading at the end. Enjoy!
You've Arrived at Your Destination
Tan House Brook Shawl by Boston Jen of the Down Cellar Studio Podcast
This project could have counted for PALKAL with ACTuallyKnitting podcast if I had waited until June 1st to finish
Total meterage for Stash Dash - 660.4
The LIST:
Drive
Stash Dash strategizing - Details in TheKnitGirllls group
Jasmin and I have a friendly wager going
The Ultimate Nerd Scarf (formerly Big Bang Theory Scarf) out of hibernation
Graph Paper website - Thank you to Larry in our Ravelry Group for sharing!
Spring Forward 2.0 - One Twisted Tree
Zigzagular Socks by Susie White
Two Lane Highway Rage Socks in Voolenvine Yarns
Prairie Girls Knit & Spin podcast
Road Maps - Sock Edition
Over the course of the several episodes, we are chatting about socks. This week I talk about second sock syndrome and how to overcome it
Shoutout to KDLB - Kristine from the Yarnings Podcast
Melissa Morgan Oakes - 2-at-a-time Socks
Sock Edition Thread in the Ravelry Group - let me know what you want me to talk about in this segment - ask away!
Offroading
Carlos and I are missing Disney World and help bring the Mouse home through podcasts
Road Trips
I-91 Shop Hop - June 25th-28th
Green Mountain Spinnery (Putney, VT)
Handknits (Brattleboro, VT)
Sheep & Shawl (Deerfield, MA)
Northampton Wools (Northampton, MA)
WEBS (Northampton, MA)
Marji's Yarncrafts (Granby, CT)
Creative Fibers LLC (Windsor, CT)
Village Wool (Glastonbury, CT)
Country Yarns (Wallingford, CT)
Knit New Haven (New Haven, CT)
The Yarn Barn LLC (Woodbridge, CT)
The Yarn Basket (Branford, CT)
Come Find me on the Interwebs
Ravelry - ndjen04
Ravelry Group - Commuter Knitter Podcast
Twitter - @CommuterKnitter
Facebook - Commuter Knitter
Email - commuterknitter@gmail.com
Show notes - http://commuterknitter.blogspot.com
Google + - Commuter Knitter Podcast
Instagram - ndjen04
Converting Toe-Up/Cuff-Down
Drive
Just like Prairie Girl Susie of the Prairie Girls Knit & Spin podcast, I am holding WIPS as part of my Stash Dash strategizing - Details in TheKnitGirllls group
Jasmin and I have a friendly wager going
Big Bang Theory Scarf out of hibernation
Graph Paper website - Thank you to Larry in our Ravelry Group for sharing!
Tan House Brook Shawl by Jennifer Lassonde of the Down Cellar Studio podcast. This project could count for PALKAL with ACTuallyKnitting podcast or the Around Your Neck KAL with Suburban Stitcher
Zigzagular Socks by Susie White
Spring Forward 2.0 - One Twisted Tree
Road Maps - Sock Edition
Over the course of the several episodes, we are chatting about socks. This week I (attempt to) answer the frequently asked question of how I convert cuff-down patterns to toe-up
Sock Edition Thread in the Ravelry Group - let me know what you want me to talk about in this segment - ask away!
Road Trips
I-91 Shop Hop - June 25th-28th
Green Mountain Spinnery (Putney, VT)Handknits (Brattleboro, VT) Sheep & Shawl (Deerfield, MA) Northampton Wools (Northampton, MA) WEBS (Northampton, MA) Marji's Yarncrafts (Granby, CT) Creative Fibers LLC (Windsor, CT) Village Wool (Glastonbury, CT) Country Yarns (Wallingford, CT)Knit New Haven (New Haven, CT) The Yarn Barn LLC (Woodbridge, CT) The Yarn Basket (Branford, CT)
Come Find me on the Interwebs
Ravelry - ndjen04
Ravelry Group - Commuter Knitter Podcast
Twitter - @CommuterKnitter
Facebook - Commuter Knitter
Email - commuterknitter@gmail.com
Show notes - http://commuterknitter.blogspot.com
Google + - Commuter Knitter Podcast
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Heels and Toes this week!
Drive
Spring Forward 2.0 - One Twisted Tree
Stash Dash strategizing - Details in TheKnitGirllls group
September Morn - In a Sknit BabycocktailsKAL
Trip Planner
Big Bang Theory Scarf out of hibernation
Road Maps - Sock Edition
Over the course of the several episodes, we are chatting about socks. This week is all about heels and toes - well, mostly heels
Clementine Socks with a Garter Stitch heel flap
Sock Edition Thread in the Ravelry Group - let me know what you want me to talk about in this segment - ask away!
Road Trips
Connecticut Sheep & Wool - Tolland Agricultural Center - April 25, 2015
Come Find me on the Interwebs
Ravelry - ndjen04
Ravelry Group - Commuter Knitter Podcast
Twitter - @CommuterKnitter
Facebook - Commuter Knitter
Email - commuterknitter@gmail.com
Show notes - http://commuterknitter.blogspot.com
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This week it's all about gauge!
You've Arrived at Your Destination
Rainbow Socks for Carlos in White Birch Fiber Arts Nothing Says Screw You Like a Rainbow
Thanks again to Jasmin of the Knitmore Girls for a podcast-friendly name for this color way :-)
Drive
Stash Dash strategizing
Road Maps - Sock Edition
Over the course of the next several episodes, we are going to chat about socks. This episode the discussion is all about yarn and needles.
This week we talk about how much gauge can change the outcome of your socks.
Spring Forward 2.0 - One Twisted Tree
I mention my Valentine Socks out of Must Stash Yarns from the kit with Suburban Stitcher and Vintage Rose
Sock Edition Thread in the Ravelry Group - let me know what you want me to talk about in this segment - ask away!
Road Trips
Connecticut Sheep & Wool - Tolland Agricultural Center - April 25, 2015
Kent Needle Arts Retreat - Kent, Connecticut - May 16-17, 2015
Come Find me on the Interwebs
Ravelry - ndjen04
Ravelry Group - Commuter Knitter Podcast
Twitter - @CommuterKnitter
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Please note - there is a bit of extra background noise in this episode thanks to the rain and potholes...
Drive
Rainbow Socks for Carlos in White Birch Fiber Arts Nothing Says Screw You Like a Rainbow
Thanks again to Jasmin of the Knitmore Girls for a podcast-friendly name for this color way :-)
Cargo
Checking in for #stashdownthrowdown
Down 289.8 yards, even after falling down at the One Twisted Tree yarn premiere a couple weeks ago
I'm also strategizing for The Knit Girllls Stash Dash
Road Maps - Sock Edition
Over the course of the next several episodes, we are going to chat about socks. This episode the discussion is all about yarn and needles.
Early on in the podcast, I did a few photo tutorials for circular knitting:
Sock Edition Thread in the Ravelry Group - let me know what you want me to talk about in this segment - ask away!
Road Trips
Connecticut Sheep & Wool - Tolland Agricultural Center - April 25, 2015
Kent Needle Arts Retreat - Kent, Connecticut - May 16-17, 2015
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Rainbows, rainbows everywhere this week!
You've Arrived At Your Destination
Rainbow Vanilla Socks in Quaere Fibre 10 Stripe Rainbow. Vanilla toe-up socks with Megan Williams' OMG Heel
Drive
Rainbow Socks for Carlos in White Birch Fiber Arts Nothing Says Screw You Like a Rainbow
Spring Forward from Knitty Summer 2008
Road Maps
Over the course of the next several episodes, we are going to chat about socks. This episode the topic is where to get started.
Clara Parkes Knitters Book of Socks
Ann Budd Sock Knitting Master Class
The Party Bus - complete with snow tires! - Winners Announced
Celebrating 3 years of podcasting with a month-long giveaway in the Ravelry Group!
Aila Grace Shawl from Jennifer Lassonde
Dream in Color Everlasting Sock
Fix-A-Stitch - a regular and lace set
Traffic Report
Congratulations to Danie on her expansion of One Twisted Tree to include beautiful hand-dyed yarn. The first update took place on March 13 - can't wait to see what Danie has in store for the future!
Road Trips
Connecticut Sheep & Wool - Tolland Agricultural Center - April 25, 2015
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You've Arrived At Your Destination
Sorin by IrishGirlieKnits in Dragonfly Fibers Corgi
Flax by TinCanKnits in Dream in Color Everlasting DK
Cross Stitch pattern for Carlos's Valentine's Day gift
Drive
Valentine Socks in Must Stash Yarns Je T'aime
Rainbow Vanilla Socks in Quaere Fibre 10 Stripe Rainbow. Vanilla toe-up socks with Megan Williams' OMG Heel
I mention the Suburban Stitcher Rainbow Along
Rearview Mirror
Checking in on my 2015 goals - so far so good!
Road Maps
Be sure to keep an eye on the blog for reviews and other posts coming out on a more regular basis.
Earlier this week I reviewed Dream in Color Everlasting DK, which I knit up in Flax by TinCanKnits
The Party Bus - complete with snow tires!
Celebrating 3 years of podcasting with a month-long giveaway in the Ravelry Group!
Aila Grace Shawl from Jennifer Lassonde
Dream in Color Everlasting Sock
Fix-A-Stitch - a regular and lace set
Road Trips
Connecticut Sheep & Wool - Tolland Agricultural Center - April 25, 2015
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This week I continue tallying the WIP count, review Silver Spun yarn and put snow tires on the Party Bus. Enjoy!
You've Arrived At Your Destination
Drive
Sorin by IrishGirlieKnits in Dragonfly Fibers Corgi
Cross Stitch pattern for Carlos's Valentine's Day gift
Road Maps
Be sure to keep an eye on the blog for reviews and other posts coming out on a more regular basis.
During the Blizzard I posted a review of Feel Good Yarn Company's Silver Spun
The Party Bus - complete with snow tires!
Celebrating 3 years of podcasting with a month-long giveaway!
Aila Grace Shawl from Jennifer Lassonde
Traffic Report
Congrats to Ravelry for reaching 5 million registered users!
I mention that I have been listening to the back catalogue of Cast On
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This week I keep tally of my WIPs, mention some beach-inspired yarn, and recap Vogue Knitting Live 2015 - enjoy!
You've Arrived At Your Destination
Your Heart is Full of Unwashed Socks - You're a Mean One socks
Straight as an Arrow Hat in Unwind Yarn Company Touring DK
I mention Club Dragonfly
Drive
Sorin by IrishGirlieKnits in Dragonfly Fibers Corgi
Evergreen Socks by Madeline Gannon of The Little Mount Yarn Company The hashtag is #EvergreenSocksKAL on Instagram. I am knitting these out of Three Irish Girls Adorn Sock in Giving Tree
Cross Stitch pattern for Carlos's Valentine's Day gift
Road Maps
Be sure to keep an eye on the blog for reviews and other posts coming out on a more regular basis.
Last week, I reviewed A Good Yarn Sarasota's Exclusive Yarn from Lorna's Laces
Road Trips
Vogue Knitting Live - Seamless Knit Doll class with Susan B. Anderson (and BostonJen!)
We met up with Maria from Subway Knits and Kristen from Yarngasm in the One Geek to Craft Them All booth
The Stephen & Steven Mix Tape Tour fashion show was a lot of fun!
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The first episode of 2015 recorded from the comfort of my living room. I mention that I am wearing my Dark & Stormy to keep warm
You've Arrived At Your Destination
Your Heart is Full of Unwashed Socks - You're a Mean One socks
Spacious OMG Heel by Megan Williams from the Expanding CommuKnitty socks. I couldn't find a free-standing pattern for this version of the OMG heel, but if there is one, please let me know.
Jeny's Surprisingly Stretchy Bind Off
Drive
WIPs, WIPs, and more WIPs - #WIPcrackin15 and #WIPknitdown2015
I mention Sarah from In a sKnit and Amy from Stockinette Zombies
Needle Inventory
Trip Planner
Cross Stitch pattern for Carlos's Valentine's Day gift
Commuter Knitter Finish-along - winners announced
Wollmeise from my stash
Cargo
Annual Airing Out of the Stash:
All put away:
My Yarn Stash March 2007
Flash Your Stash thread on Ravelry
Road Maps
Be sure to keep an eye on the blog for reviews and other posts coming out on a more regular basis.
Last week, I reviewed Manos Lace
Road Trips
Vogue Knitting Live - Seamless Knit Doll class with Susan B. Anderson (and BostonJen!)
Welcome to any new listeners who have recently found the podcast. And thank you to the Knitmores for featuring the show in their 12 Days of Podcasts last week!
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A retrospective of my 2014 yarn crafting adventures and a look ahead to 2015. Recorded on Monday, December 29th, 2014. Released January 1, 2015 - Happy New Year!
You've Arrived At Your Destination
2014 Finished Objects (no, you cannot do the same organizing in the stash page that you can in the project page and queue)
4 pairs of socks - 3 for me, 1 for Carlos
2 sweaters - Hitofude and Ginny's Cardigan
3 kids' sweaters
1 hat
1 cowl
1 bedspread
I mention The Knit Girllls Stash Dash, the Prairie Girls Knit & Spin podcast and their "Legend-Prairie" project.
Drive
14 WIPs started in 2014
Oranje
Elfe
Pomme de pin
6 pairs Socks, socks and more socks
2 hats
1 Kids' sweater
1 pair mitts
1 shawl
Rearview Mirror - 2014 Goals
Bring back old WIPs - of the 12 FOs this year, 3 were old WIPs, but the Mario Blanket should count for quite a few!
More socks for me - 3 new pairs added to the sock drawer
Thoughtful with yarn purchases - I did well up until recently
Expand my skills
The one I couldn't remember was to knit more sweaters for myself - finished 2 and cast on 3 more
Trip Planner - 2015 Goals
Knit through my 30 (!!) WIPs - tackle them one at a time to chip away at them
Knit from stash
Knit from pattern library
More socks for Carlos
Sweater or vest for Carlos
Finish cross stitch projects
Road Map to Achieve 2015 Goals
Search within myself - a theme for me both inside and outside my crafting life
Shopping from my WIPs, stash and pattern library
Road Trips
CT Sheep and Wool
Stitch n Pitch
Stitches East (which, sadly, has been cancelled for 2015 in Hartford)
Rhinebeck
Thank you to all of you for a wonderful 2014 and a great year for the podcast despite the bumpy ride
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A shorter episode recorded the day after Thanksgiving. Here you have a bit of a Turkey Day recap, some knitting, and a bit of off-roading
Jen's Eggnog Ice Cream Recipe
2 cups eggnog
1/2 cup heavy cream
1 tsp vanilla Extract
1 tsp rum Extract
Cinnamon to taste
Nutmeg to taste
Combine eggnog and heavy cream in a large bowl. Add extracts, cinnamon and nutmeg. Stir until combined. Refrigerate for 2 hours (or longer). Freeze in your ice cream maker according to manufacturer's instructions. In my Cuisinart, it takes about 20 minutes or so.
Drive
Christmas Stripey Socks for Me
*Correction on the stripes - Green, White, Green, Red, Green, Black
Your Heart is Full of Unwashed Socks
Irish Girlie Knits - We Do Not Have A Knitting Problem
Finish-Along until the end of 2014 - #ckfal2014
Down Cellar Studio Pig Skin Party
Trip Planner
Offroading
Christmas Celebration Sampler - Frosted Pumpkin Stitchery
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Where has November gone?! I recorded this episode on November 6th and whoosh, here we are on December 3rd. Also, I have recorded Episode 84 already, so be on the lookout for that one this weekend!
You've Arrived At Your Destination
Chanchito by Kristen Jancuk
Drive
Halloween Socks - His
Halloween Socks - Hers
Finish-Along until the end of 2014 - #ckfal2014
Down Cellar Studio Pig Skin Party
Knitting Room!
Road Trips
Rhinebeck 2014
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You've Arrived At Your Destination
Drive
Test knit - more to come when the pattern is released
Elfe - #sknitalong14 with Kristi and Sarah from In a Sknit
Zigzagular Socks by Susie White of the Prairie Girls Knit and Spin in a One Twisted Tree bag by Susie's co-host Danie. I used Megan Williams' OMG heel
Exploding Vanilla TARDIS socks in Little Mount Yarn Co Wanderer Sock
Finish-Along until the end of 2014 - #ckfal2014
Down Cellar Studio Pig Skin Party
Party Bus
Winner announced!
There is also a coupon code for 15% off your entire purchase from the Little Mount Yarn Co. Etsy shop for Commuter Knitter listeners, but you'll have to tune into the episode for that ;-) The coupon code runs through November 1st.
There is also a giveaway in the Ravelry group for Sock Architecture by Lara Neel running through October 23rd.
STITCHES East - Hartford, CT - October 9th-12th
Learn to Spin with Janel Laidman
The Other Side of Weldon's Practical Needlework with Franklin Habit
If You Can Draw It, You Can Design It with Patty Lyons
Road Trips
NYS Sheep and Wool - Rhinebeck, NY - October 18th-19th. Mom and I will be there. Don't forget to say hi if you see me wandering
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This week I have a little bit of knitting, a lot of planning, a new yarn to share with you, and I get a bit personal. Enjoy!
Drive
DNF - Basic Fingerless Mitts - too warm at the game to wear them any way. Stay tuned for cooler temperatures
Worked on Ginny's Cardigan button band.
Test knit - more to come when the pattern is released
Elfe - #sknitalong14 with Kristi and Sarah from In a Sknit
Finish-Along until the end of 2014 - #ckfal2014
Trip Planner
To Knit List or "Getting My Rear in Gear"
Zigzagular Socks by Susie White of the Prairie Girls Knit and Spin in a One Twisted Tree bag by Susie's co-host Danie. I used Megan Williams' OMG heel
Tan House Brook Shawl by Jennifer Lassonde of the Down Cellar Studio Podcast
Down Cellar Studio Pig Skin Party
Traffic Report
Red Barn Yarn Name That Yarn contest. More details on the Commuter Knitter blog how you can request a free sample of the yarn as well as enter the contest. Good luck!
Offroading
This week I get a bit personal about my love of Notre Dame.
Party Bus
Exploding Vanilla TARDIS socks in Little Mount Yarn Co Wanderer Sock
Check out the Ravelry group for a chance to win a skein of the yarn and a set of gnome stitch markers.
There is also a coupon code for 15% off your entire purchase from the Little Mount Yarn Co. Etsy shop for Commuter Knitter listeners, but you'll have to tune into the episode for that ;-) The coupon code runs through November 1st.
There is also a giveaway in the Ravelry group for Sock Architecture by Lara Neel running through October 23rd.
Road Trips
STITCHES East - Hartford, CT - October 9th-12th
NYS Sheep and Wool - Rhinebeck, NY - October 18th-19th
Check out Maria's Road to Rhinebeck series on the Subway Knits blog and podcast. Really great interviews to get you geared up for the festival!
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This week I chat about the right side to place buttons, test out a luxury yarn, and review Sock Architecture. Enjoy!
Drive
Exploding Vanilla TARDIS socks in Little Mount Yarn Co Wanderer Sock
Zigzagular Socks by Susie White of the Prairie Girls Knit and Spin in a One Twisted Tree bag by Susie's co-host Danie. I used Megan Williams' OMG heel
Picked up stitches for Ginny's Cardigan button bands.
Test knit - more to come when the pattern is released
Test driving Zealana AIR Marle yarn in a pair of Fingerless Mitts. Thank you to Zealana and Yarn Sisters for providing a ball of this luxury yarn for my review. You can find a detailed review, with photos on the blog.
Finish-Along until the end of 2014 - #ckfal2014
Road Maps
In light of ALL the socks I have on the needles that I discussed last week, I thought it appropriate to review Sock Architecture by Lara Neel of Math4Knitters blog. You definitely will hear more about this book in the weeks to come as I give a few of the heels and toes a try. Thank you to Cooperative Press for providing a copy of the eBook for review -- and a copy for you, too. Enter to win a copy in the Commuter Knitter Podcast Ravelry group.
Party Bus
Check out the Ravelry group for a chance to win a skein of the yarn and a set of gnome stitch markers.
There is also a coupon code for 15% off your entire purchase from the Little Mount Yarn Co. Etsy shop for Commuter Knitter listeners, but you'll have to tune into the episode for that ;-) The coupon code runs through November 1st.
Road Trips
Western CT Yarn Crawl - September 26-28th
STITCHES East - Hartford, CT - October 9th-12th
NYS Sheep and Wool - Rhinebeck, NY - October 18th-19th
Some Rhinebeck recap episodes to get you geared up for the festival:
Down Cellar Studio - Episode 18 - Rhinebeck Relived and Episode 37 - Rhinebeck Round 2
High Fiber Diet - Episode 91 - Road Trip to Rhinebeck and Episode 92 - Recap
Knitmore Girls - Episode 74 - Rhinebeck in a Nut Shell
SavvyGirls - Episode 60 - The Third Rhinebeck
TVKnitting Podcast - The Rhinebeck Episode and Episode 33 (this is the one with the restaurant recommendations!)
Twin Set Designs - Episode 4 - Rhinebeck Review
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Drive
Zigzagular Socks by Susie White of the Prairie Girls Knit and Spin in a One Twisted Tree bag by Susie's co-host Danie. I used Megan Williams' OMG heel
Two Lane Highway Rage by Sarah Stevens of Oh! Loops yarn & Fiber By Design podcast in Voolenvine Yarns (and it's Blitzed Fingering, not Glitz - oops) by Kristin from YarnGasm podcast
Actually Knitting PALKAL - the official dates are July 1 - October 1, 2014
Test knit - more to come when the pattern is released
Finish-Along until the end of 2014 - #ckfal2014
I think I need to make some lists like I did for Stash Dash - one for this and one for the Down Cellar Studio PigSkinParty. Thank you to cozycapecottage for posting about the FAL on her blog.
Party Bus
Exploding Vanilla TARDIS socks in Little Mount Yarn Co Wanderer Sock
Check out the Ravelry group for a chance to win a skein of the yarn and a set of gnome stitch markers.
There is also a coupon code for 15% off your entire purchase from the Little Mount Yarn Co. Etsy shop for Commuter Knitter listeners, but you'll have to tune into the episode for that ;-) The coupon code runs through November 1st.
Don't forget about the giveaway for Mystic Shawls full review on the blog that runs until September 17th - just one day left!
Road Maps
Review of New American Knits by Amy Christoffers. Thank you to F+W Media and Interweave Press for providing a copy for my review.
By Amy Christoffers
Interweave / F+W; $24.99
Traffic Report
Podcasts I Enjoy - Video Edition
Road Trips
Stitch N Pitch at CitiField - September 14th @ 1:10 pm
Western CT Yarn Crawl - September 26-28th
STITCHES East - Hartford, CT - October 9th-12th
NYS Sheep and Wool - Rhinebeck, NY - October 18th-19th
Come Find me on the Interwebs
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Drive
Zigzagular Socks by Susie White of the Prairie Girls Knit and Spin in a One Twisted Tree bag by Susie's co-host Danie. I used Megan Williams' OMG heel
Down Cellar Studio PigSkinParty
Two Lane Highway Rage by Sarah Stevens of Oh! Loops yarn & Fiber By Design podcast in Voolenvine Yarns (and it's Blitzed Fingering, not Glitz - oops) by Kristin from YarnGasm podcast
Actually Knitting PALKAL - the official dates are July 1 - October 1, 2014
Party Bus
Exploding Vanilla TARDIS socks in Little Mount Yarn Co Wanderer Sock
Check out the Ravelry group for a chance to win a skein of the yarn and a set of gnome stitch markers.
There is also a coupon code for 15% off your entire purchase from the Little Mount Yarn Co. Etsy shop for Commuter Knitter listeners, but you'll have to tune into the episode for that ;-)
Don't forget about the giveaway for Mystic Shawls full review on the blog that runs until September 17th.
Trip Planner
Finish-along in the podcast group - thanks to maggievienna for the suggestion! If you have projects started before September 1 and need some motivation to finish them before the end of the year, then join us!
That said, I still have the itch to cast on Elfe for the #sknitalong with Kristi and Sarah from In a Sknit
Traffic Report
Podcasts I Enjoy - Audio Edition 2014
Stay tuned to the blog later this week for the Video edition of the list
Road Trips
Stitch N Pitch at CitiField - September 14th @ 1:10 pm
Western CT Yarn Crawl - September 26-28th
STITCHES East - Hartford, CT - October 9th-12th
NYS Sheep and Wool - Rhinebeck, NY - October 18th-19th
Come Find me on the Interwebs
Ravelry - ndjen04
Ravelry Group - Commuter Knitter Podcast
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Drive
Ginny's Cardigan in a Fat Squirrel Project Bag
Zigzagular Socks by Susie White of the Prairie Girls Knit and Spin in a One Twisted Tree bag by Susie's co-host Danie
Trip Planner
Your Mileage May Vary
Who knows what I was trying to ask during this segment? Really just thinking aloud about monogamous knitting vs. polyamorous knitting. Maybe we should call it focused knitting? Anyway, if you could follow my train of thought, feel free to share in this week's episode thread in the Ravelry group.
Road Maps
Check out the blog for a review of Modern Baby Crochet by Stacey Trock
Don't forget about the giveaway for Mystic Shawls full review on the blog
Road Trips
Lots of goodies!
Stitch N Pitch at CitiField - September 14th @ 1:10 pm
Western CT Yarn Crawl - Facebook - September 26-28th
STITCHES East - Hartford, CT - October 9th-12th
NYS Sheep and Wool - Rhinebeck, NY - October 18th-19th
Come Find me on the Interwebs
Ravelry - ndjen04
Ravelry Group - Commuter Knitter Podcast
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You've Arrived At Your Destination
Hitofude out of Madelinetosh Tosh Merino Light in Volga for Camp Loopy Project 2
TheKnitGirllls Stash Dash 2014
Drive
Purloining my own show notes from last year when I talked about subbing a different yarn that is not the same gauge:
How to substitute yarn of a different gauge in a pattern. A little bit of math is involved, but it's not too difficult. Pattern gauge - 4 sts per inch Personal gauge - 4.5 - 5 sts per inch Stitches at the bust to get desired size, which in this case for me is 34: x sts/34" = 5sts/1" x = 34*5 x = 170 sts This will be the number of stitches needed across bust to get the desired 34" bust measurement. Next, look through the pattern to find which size gives that number of stitches at the bust. Use the numbers for that size in order to get the size I want.Rearview Mirror
Camp Loopy 2013 - where are they now?
Road Maps
Review of Mystic Shawls by Anna Dalvi, released by Cooperative Press
Check out my full review on the blog with a chance to win an e-copy for yourself!
Hop on the Party Bus
Congratulations to the winder of the giveaway for a cube sock bag by Sue and Sandy of Prairie Bag Works on Etsy. Thank you again to Sue and Sandy for providing the bag for the giveaway!
Road Trips
Bridgewater Country Fair - August 15-17, 2014
Stitch N Pitch at CitiField - September 14th @ 1:10 pm
Western CT Yarn Crawl - September 26-28th
STITCHES East - Hartford, CT - October 9th-12th
NYS Sheep & Wool - Rhinebeck, NY - October 18th-19th
Come Find me on the Interwebs
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You've Arrived At Your Destination
Winding Cable Knee Socks - Camp Loopy #1 finished with one day to spare!
515 yds / 471 m done for Stash Dash brings my total to 851 yds / 778 m
Bridgewater Country Fair
I mention Michelle from the ACTually Knitting Podcast
I talk a bit about podcasters being competitive with one another. I mention the Knitmore Girls, In a Sknit, Knitting Butterflies, and the Prairie Girls - all of whom have competitive spirits
Drive
TheKnitGirllls Stash Dash 2014
Hitofude out of Madelinetosh Tosh Merino Light in Volga for Camp Loopy Project 2
Current square count (as of recording) - 207/252 squares crocheted; 165 seamed up. Decided to start seaming and ran with that motivation while it lasts!
Trip Planner
Camp Loopy #3 - favorite color
I chose the Three Irish Girls Kells Sport Merino in Land of Happy. I will knit either Ginny's Cardigan or Pomme de pin.
Rearview Mirror
Camp Loopy 2013 - where are they now?
And So Are You? by Rose Beck
Hop on the Party Bus
Congratulations to the winner of the InfiniTAM by Deborah Tomasello!
New Giveaway for a cube sock bag by Sue and Sandy of Prairie Bag Works on Etsy
Road Trips
Bridgewater Country Fair - August 15-17, 2014
Stitch N Pitch at CitiField - September 14th @ 1:10 pm
Western CT Yarn Crawl - September 26-28th
STITCHES East - Hartford, CT - October 9th-12th
Come Find me on the Interwebs
Ravelry - ndjen04
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You've Arrived At Your Destination
No new FOs this time. Stash Dash total stands at 336 yards / 307 m
Drive
TheKnitGirllls Stash Dash 2014
Project #1 - Winding Cable Socks in Cascade Heritage Paints in Briar Rose
Zigzagular Socks by Susie White of the Prairie Girls Knit & Spin Podcast
Changing course for Stash Dash - the Granny Square blanket will yield 4356 yards / 3981 m !!
Current square count (as of recording) - 180 of 252 squares. Plan is to crochet 3 squares per day to leave me 19 days for seaming.
Trip Planner
Camp Loopy # 2 - knit or crochet something that reminds you of your favorite place to relax. I will be knitting Hitofude out of Madelinetosh Tosh Merino Light in Volga. Reminds me of my favorite photo from our honeymoon in Disney World
Rearview Mirror
Checking in to see how I am doing with my goals/guidelines for 2014
Bring more WIPs / UFOs into rotation
More sweaters
More socks for me
Thoughtful yarn purchases
Expand knitting / crochet skills
Road Maps - Review
Big Book of Crochet Stitches by Jean Leinhauser and Rita Weiss
Retails for $14.99 for the eBook, 19.99 for both the print & eBook from ShopMartingale.com
You can find my written review here.
Hop on the Party Bus
Enter in the group to win a copy of InfiniTAM by Deborah Tomasello
Road Trips
I-91 Shop Hop - June 26-29 - Vermont, Massachusetts, Connecticut
STITCHES East - Hartford, CT - October 9th-12th
Come Find me on the Interwebs
Ravelry - ndjen04
Ravelry Group - Commuter Knitter Podcast
Twitter - @CommuterKnitter
Facebook - Commuter Knitter
Email - commuterknitter@yahoo.com
Show notes - http://commuterknitter.blogspot.com
Google + - Commuter Knitter Podcast
Instagram - ndjen04
You've Arrived at Your Destination
Rainbow Dash Skyp Rib Socks - yarn from Cuppycake Yarnz on Etsy
Monkey Socks with OMG heel from Blurred Lines by Megan Williams of Stockinette Zombies
Drive
TheKnitGirllls Stash Dash 2014
Oranje in Frabjous Fibers Wonderland Yarns Mad Hatter
June's Favorite Cardigan by Hannah Fettig
Tan House Brook Shawl by Jennifer Lassonde (BostonJen from Down Cellar Studio)
Cambridge Shawl by Carol Sunday
Project #1 - Winding Cable Socks in Cascade Heritage Paints in Briar Rose
Hop on the Party Bus
Enter in the group to win a copy of InfiniTAM by Deborah Tomasello
Road Trips
I-91 Shop Hop - June 26-29 - Vermont, Massachusetts, Connecticut
STITCHES East - Hartford, CT - October 9th-12th
Come Find me on the Interwebs
Ravelry - ndjen04
Ravelry Group - Commuter Knitter Podcast
Twitter - @CommuterKnitter
Facebook - Commuter Knitter
Email - commuterknitter@yahoo.com
Show notes - http://commuterknitter.blogspot.com
Google + - Commuter Knitter Podcast
Instagram - ndjen04
You've Arrived at Your Destination
Monkey by Cookie A in Lorna's Laces Solemate
Drive
The Monkeys that started as Pomatomus in Holiday Yarns
Trip Planner
TheKnitGirllls Stash Dash 2014
Oranje in Frabjous Fibers Wonderland Yarns Mad Hatter
June's Favorite Cardigan by Hannah Fettig
Cambridge Shawl by Carol Sunday
Rainbow Dash Skyp Rib Socks - yarn from Cuppycake Yarnz on Etsy
New Projects for this summer:
Barrett by Veronik Avery
Pomme de Pin by Amy Christoffers
Tan House Brook by Jen of Down Cellar Studio
Project #1 - Winding Cable Socks in Cascade Heritage Paints in Briar Rose
Road Trip Recap/Cargo
Connecticut Sheep, Wool & Fiber Festival - April 26th - Tolland Agricultural Center in Vernon CT
Sheep buttons from Nifty Thrifty Dry Goods
Carlos's Birthday Trip to WEBS
Road Trips
I-91 Shop Hop - June 26-29 - Vermont, Massachusetts, Connecticut
STITCHES East - Hartford, CT - October 9th-12th
Come Find me on the Interwebs
Ravelry - ndjen04
Ravelry Group - Commuter Knitter Podcast
Twitter - @CommuterKnitter
Facebook - Commuter Knitter
Email - commuterknitter@yahoo.com
Show notes - http://commuterknitter.blogspot.com
Google + - Commuter Knitter Podcast
Instagram - ndjen04
Drive
Oranje in Frabjous Fibers Wonderland Yarns Mad Hatter.
New LYS in Newtown, CT - The Sheep Shoppe!! (Facebook page)
Rainbow Dash Skyp Rib Socks - yarn from Cuppycake Yarnz on Etsy. I mention EmilyStraw from the Knitting Butterflies Podcast and Susie from the Prairie Girls Knit & Spin Podcast
Monkey by Cookie A in Lorna's Laces Solemate
Cargo
Holiday Yarns Flock Sock - a surprise from my husband!
Your Mileage May Vary
What are your preferred sock needles? DPN's, magic loop, 2 circs, small circs? Let us know in this week's episode thread in the Ravelry group
Road Maps
I talk about winding yarn twice to relieve some of the tension in the cake of yarn - thank you to a wonderful listener for the suggestion! I mention the Dark Matter Knits podcast by Elizabeth Green Musselman
Traffic Report
Deborah Tomasello is writing a book about our knitting stories. If you are interested in contributing please send an email to Deborah (coedeborah [at] aol [dot] com) with the following:
Name____________________________________________ Ravelry Name_____________________________________ Email Address_____________________________________ Phone #__________________________________________
Please contribute to this book effort. My idea is to gather experiences from the knitting/crocheting community around the world and compile them into a book. We all have so much in common. It will be fun to read our sisters’ and brothers’ experiences:
Write a one-page summary that includes one or more of the following:
Why I knit* What knitting means to me A knitting anecdote-- funny or otherwise Personal history or story related to the topic Knitting Inspiration Pictures (JPEGs) of your work or anything knitting-related (Please own copyright privileges of anything shown) Knitting Aspirations Stash Commentary Knitting Pros/Cons
Unfortunately, I will not be able to use all of the submissions. If I choose to use yours, I will notify you and present you with a permission to publish form for your signature.
Thank you, and have fun!
Deborah Tomasello CoeDeborah@aol.com
I use the word “knit” to include knitting and/or crochetingRoad Trips
Connecticut Sheep, Wool & Fiber Festival - April 26th - Tolland Agricultural Center in Vernon CT
STITCHES East - Hartford, CT - October
Come Find me on the Interwebs
Ravelry - ndjen04
Ravelry Group - Commuter Knitter Podcast
Twitter - @CommuterKnitter
Facebook - Commuter Knitter
Email - commuterknitter@yahoo.com
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Google + - Commuter Knitter Podcast
Instagram - ndjen04
You've Arrived At Your Destination
Lucy Takes Manhattan out of Jill Draper Makes Stuff.
Lovey Dovey Honey Cowl in Unwind Yarn Company Touring DK. Dana is also the co-hostess of the Just One More Row podcast
Long Tail Cast On with two strands
Drive
Straight as an Arrow Hat in Unwind Yarn Company Touring DK
Cargo
Yarns in my stash that I am destashing
Your Mileage May Vary
How should I store my partially used balls of yarn? Rewind out of the cake & back to a skein? Leave as is?
Carpool
Streetspun Yarnbomb for the Kids
Ravellenics 2014 - Team Sasquatch
Offroading
The Frosted Pumpkin Stitchery - Once Upon a Time Sampler
XStitchMyHeart on Etsy - Star Wars
(since I'm posting this after Valentine's Day, I am happy to report that Carlos LOVES the cross-stitch and can't wait to hang it up in his room)
WeeLittleStitches - Amy & Sheldon
Super Mario World Cross Stitch
Traffic Report
Come Find me on the Interwebs
Ravelry - ndjen04
Ravelry Group - Commuter Knitter Podcast
Twitter - @CommuterKnitter
Facebook - Commuter Knitter
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Back after my Christmas/New Year hiatus.
Drive
I take a detour to talk about the Downcast app
I mention the Knitmore Girls Matchy-Matchy KAL and Knitting in Circles
Stripey Socks for Carlos out of Patons Kroy
Lucy Takes Manhattan out of Jill Draper Makes Stuff. Unfortunately I am (was) not able to make it to Vogue Knitting Live this weekend.
Check Engine Light
Cargo
Chatting a little about stash management
Flash Your Stash thread on Ravelry
Offroading
The Frosted Pumpkin Stitchery - Once Upon a Time Sampler
Carpool
Streetspun Yarnbomb for the Kids
Ravellenics 2014 - Team Sasquatch
Come Find me on the Interwebs
Ravelry - ndjen04
Ravelry Group - Commuter Knitter Podcast
Twitter - @CommuterKnitter
Facebook - Commuter Knitter
Email - commuterknitter@yahoo.com
Show notes - http://commuterknitter.blogspot.com
Google + - Commuter Knitter Podcast
Instagram - ndjen04
Here we are at the final episode for 2013. I look back at 2013 and look forward to 2014. See you in the New Year!
You've Arrived at Your Destination
I recap some of the highlights of my 22(!!) finished objects for this year
Neutral
Let's talk about some UFOs/WIPs that I'd like to bring back into rotation next year
Drive
Christmas Stripey socks for me
Halloween Socks for Carlos - Denali Socks with the links for the formula I'm using
June's Favorite Cardigan by Hannah Fettig
For Good by Megan Williams
Trip Planner
Browsing through my queue and pondering what's next
Cargo
Chatting a little about stash
Party Bus
Winners announced for the Thankful Giveaway - if you won, contact me on Ravelry to claim your prize!
Unofficial "Goals" for 2014
Bring more UFOs/WIPs back into rotation and off the needles
More sweaters
More socks for me
Continue to be thoughtful with yarn purchases
Continue to expand my knitting and especially my crochet skills
Happy Holidays - Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you and your families!!
Come Find me on the Interwebs
Ravelry - ndjen04
Ravelry Group - Commuter Knitter Podcast
Twitter - @CommuterKnitter
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Email - commuterknitter@yahoo.com
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This year I have a lot for which to be thankful - including for all of you! Enjoy your family time this holiday season.
Reminder - Cascadia contest will remain open until Saturday November 30th over in the Ravelry Group.
Next episode will drop around 12/11 and will be the final episode for 2013.
Drive
Christmas Stripey socks for me
Halloween Socks for Carlos - Denali Socks with the links for the formula I'm using
June's Favorite Cardigan by Hannah Fettig
Check Engine Light
Cargo
Club Dragonfly - Djinni Sock in Jack Skellington
Party Bus
An impromptu giveaway over in the Commuter Knitter Podcast group. Share with us for what you are thankful this year to enter to win a pattern or skein of yarn. Winners will be selected by random number generator on December 11, 2013 for the next episode. Must be a member of the group to win. One post per person, please.
Carpool
Podcaster Throwdown for Halos of Hope - STITCHES West 2014
Officially endorsing Team Knitmore based on your votes!
Offroading
Come Find me on the Interwebs
Ravelry - ndjen04
Ravelry Group - Commuter Knitter Podcast
Twitter - @CommuterKnitter
Facebook - Commuter Knitter
Email - commuterknitter@yahoo.com
Show notes - http://commuterknitter.blogspot.com
Google + - Commuter Knitter Podcast
Instagram - ndjen04
Thank you so much to everyone who reached out over the last month between episodes. I know I probably sound like a broken record with "life getting in the way of the podcast", but that has been my reality over the last several months. And given that this episode was recorded Monday, November 11th and only being released on Saturday November 16th, it still hasn't let up. Going forward in an attempt to keep a regular schedule, I am officially switching to an every-other-week recording schedule. The weekly schedule just is not feasible right now. There will be a planned hiatus from mid-December until after the first of the new year when I'll resume recording every other week. Again, thank you for bearing with me and understanding.
You've Arrived At Your Destination
Baby Sophisticate by Linden Down
Yellow Beanie for my Mom
My 30 Day Sweater project - Preppy in Pink
Drive
Halloween Socks for Carlos - Denali Socks with the links for the formula I'm using
June's Favorite Cardigan by Hannah Fettig
Road Maps
Review of Cascadia by Amanda Milne and Fiona McLean. Thank you to the folks at Cooperative Press for providing a copy for me to review and a copy for you! Enter in the group for a chance to win. You must be a member of the group to be eligible.
Carpool
Podcaster Throwdown for Halos of Hope - STITCHES West 2014
I will not host a team, so which team should we endorse/support? Take the poll in the group and let me know! Will make my endorsement on the next episode in about 2 weeks
Road Trips
Western CT Yarn Crawl - October 4-7, 2013
NY State Sheep & Wool Festival - October 19-20, 2013 - Rhinebeck, NY
STITCHES East - November 7-10, 2013 - Hartford, CT
Come Find me on the Interwebs
Ravelry - ndjen04
Ravelry Group - Commuter Knitter Podcast
Twitter - @CommuterKnitter
Facebook - Commuter Knitter
Email - commuterknitter@yahoo.com
Show notes - http://commuterknitter.blogspot.com
Google + - Commuter Knitter Podcast
Instagram - ndjen04
This week I had the privilege of sitting down with Benjamin Levisay for the podcast (no, I was not driving as I recorded!) Benjamin is CEO of XRX, Inc., the company behind Knitter's magazine, XRX Books and STITCHES Expos. He also hosts his own weekly podcast, Fiber Hooligan, where he interviews the best and brightest in the industry. Today, Benjamin is in the interviewee chair as we chat about STITCHES, Halos of Hope, and the Podcaster Throwdown.
Links to check out:
Find Benjamin - Twitter (@BenjaminXRX) - Facebook - Ravelry
Fiber Hooligan - BlogTalk Radio - Ravelry Group - Facebook Group
Drew Emborsky's Chemo Cap Challenge
Don't forget to vote in the thread for Episode 64 for which team gets the official Commuter Knitter podcast endorsement. Voting will stay open for another week or so. As of today, the following teams are participating:
KnottyGirls Knitcast, Ravelry Group Knitmore Girls Podcast, Ravelry Group Craftlit, Ravelry Group Read, Set, Knit, WEBs Ravelry Group Yarn on Tap, Ravelry Group Knit Knit Cafe, Ravelry Group
Come Find me on the Interwebs
Ravelry - ndjen04
Ravelry Group - Commuter Knitter Podcast
Twitter - @CommuterKnitter
Facebook - Commuter Knitter
Email - commuterknitter@yahoo.com
Show notes - http://commuterknitter.blogspot.com
Google + - Commuter Knitter Podcast
Instagram - ndjen04
Thank you so much to everyone who reached out over the last month between episodes. Everything is OK and I am glad to be back chatting with you!
You've Arrived At Your Destination
Classic WWII Watch Cap for Little Brother (I forgot to take a photo before taping up the box...)
Drive
Halloween Socks for Carlos - Denali Socks with the links for the formula I'm using
Christmas Stripe-y Socks for me
Susan B. Anderson's sock drawer - this post was all the way back in March. My how time flies!
June's Favorite Cardigan by Hannah Fettig
Baby Sophisticate by Linden Down
Road Maps
Raglan Shaping Video Tutorial (part of the promotional tour in September)
Link to Free Sweater Planning Guide (with coupon code for 25% off the 30 Day Sweater ebook)
Traffic Report
New and new-to-me video podcasts that I've been watching lately
Elly's Knit (In)sanity - iTunes
Carpool
The Crochet Dude's Chemo Cap challenge
New England Halos of Hope - holiday caps for pediatric centers in October and November. Let me know if you want to knit or crochet some holiday caps and we'll get a KAL/CAL going!
Podcaster Throwdown for Halos of Hope - STITCHES West 2014
I will not host a team, so which team should we endorse/support? Take the poll in the group and let me know!
Road Trips
Western CT Yarn Crawl - October 4-7, 2013
NY State Sheep & Wool Festival - October 19-20, 2013 - Rhinebeck, NY
STITCHES East - November 7-10, 2013 - Hartford, CT
Come Find me on the Interwebs
Ravelry - ndjen04
Ravelry Group - Commuter Knitter Podcast
Twitter - @CommuterKnitter
Facebook - Commuter Knitter
Email - commuterknitter@yahoo.com
Show notes - http://commuterknitter.blogspot.com
Google + - Commuter Knitter Podcast
Instagram - ndjen04
You've Arrived At Your Destination
Bayside Pullover by Hannah Fettig - Camp Loopy Project Number 3
Cascade Heritage Silk in Strawberry Creme
Ribbit by Susan B. Anderson - free pattern available at Spud & Chloe blog
Drive
Halloween Socks for Carlos - Denali Socks with the links for the formula I'm using
Gnome Acres in Witches Brew
June's Favorite Cardigan by Hannah Fettig
Quince & Co. Lark in Dogwood
Cargo
Wollmeise DK from The Loopy Ewe - colorway is Magnolie Dark
Traffic Report
New podcasts that I've been listening to during my commute
Prairie Girls Knit and Spin hosted by Danie and Susie - Ravelry Group
Stitched Together hosted by Chrissy - Ravelry Group - Crafting Library KAL
Knotty Girls Knitcast hosted by Jen and Laura - Ravelry Group
Carpool
Podcaster Throwdown for Halos of Hope - STITCHES West 2014
The Crochet Dude's Chemo Cap challenge
New England Halos of Hope - holiday caps for pediatric centers in October and November. Let me know if you want to knit or crochet some holiday caps and we'll get a KAL/CAL going!
Road Trips
I entered my NY Cardigan and Frost Tapestry Hat in the Needlework Contest at the Bridgewater Fair and won a blue & yellow ribbon!
Newtown Arts Festival - September 21-22, 2013
Western CT Yarn Crawl - October 4-7, 2013
NY State Sheep & Wool Festival - October 19-20, 2013 - Rhinebeck, NY
STITCHES East - November 7-10, 2013 - Hartford, CT
Come Find me on the Interwebs
Ravelry - ndjen04
Ravelry Group - Commuter Knitter Podcast
Twitter - @CommuterKnitter
Facebook - Commuter Knitter
Email - commuterknitter@yahoo.com
Show notes - http://commuterknitter.blogspot.com
Google + - Commuter Knitter Podcast
Instagram - ndjen04
Drive
Bayside Pullover by Hannah Fettig - Camp Loopy Project Number 3
Cascade Heritage Silk in Strawberry Creme
Road Maps
Swatching in the Round - the cheater's way
Your Mileage May Vary
The Rhinebeck Sweater - share your thoughts and opinions about the tradition of knitting a Rhinebeck (or other festival) Sweater over in the Ravelry Group.
Round the Twist episode where Carin shares her "Rhinebeck Sweater Tale of Woe".
Traffic Report
Congrats to John and Dave for reaching their Kickstarter Campaign goal - can't wait to see what they have in store for Wooly 2.0!
Martine of the iMake podcast and blog released her first issue of the iMake Magazine - available from her Etsy and Craftsy shops
Deborah Tomasello of Colorworks by Debi released her first book - Wrapped in Color Stranded Knitting for the 21st Century available as a Ravelry download.
Vote for Yarnover Truck, the Loopy Ewe and other knitting related small businesses for the Intuit Small Business Big Game contest.
Offroading
ND Cross-Stitch
Road Trips
I am entering my NY Cardigan and Frost Tapestry Hat in the Needlework Contest at the Bridgewater Country Fair this weekend. Wish me luck! (Carlos safely delivered my knits this evening!)
Newtown Arts Festival - September 21-22, 2013
NY State Sheep & Wool Festival - October 19-20, 2013 - Rhinebeck, NY
STITCHES East - November 7-10, 2013 - Hartford, CT
Come Find me on the Interwebs
Ravelry - ndjen04
Ravelry Group - Commuter Knitter Podcast
Twitter - @CommuterKnitter
Facebook - Commuter Knitter
Plurk - CommuterKnitter
Email - commuterknitter@yahoo.com
Show notes - http://commuterknitter.blogspot.com
Nimblestix - ndjen04
Google + - Commuter Knitter Podcast
Instagram - ndjen04
You've Arrived at Your Destination
Narragansett by Thea Coleman - Camp Loopy Project Number 2
Trip Planner/Cargo
Bayside Pullover by Hannah Fettig - Camp Loopy Project Number 3 starts August 1
Cascade Heritage Silk in Strawberry Creme
Your Mileage May Vary
Follow up from last week - I found the ND Cross Stitch!
Offroading
ND Football starts this month!!
Having lots of fun with my new toy - my pink Cuisinart ice cream maker. I mention the ice cream blog post by Jasmin of the Knitmore Girls that I had saved for this occasion.
Road Trips
Thankfully I remembered about the Bridgewater Country Fair Needlework entry before they were due in! I am entering my NY Cardigan and Frost Tapestry Hat. Wish me luck!
Come Find me on the Interwebs
Ravelry - ndjen04
Ravelry Group - Commuter Knitter Podcast
Twitter - @CommuterKnitter
Facebook - Commuter Knitter
Plurk - CommuterKnitter
Email - commuterknitter@yahoo.com
Show notes - http://commuterknitter.blogspot.com
Nimblestix - ndjen04
Google + - Commuter Knitter Podcast
Instagram - ndjen04
Drive
Narragansett by Thea Coleman - Camp Loopy Project Number 2
Trip Planner/Cargo
Bayside Pullover by Hannah Fettig - Camp Loopy Project Number 3 starts August 1
Cascade Heritage Silk in Strawberry Creme
I interrupt Trip Planner & Cargo with a tale of tangles trying to wind yarn with the husband.
Road Maps
Substituting the DK for worsted is turning out OK - so far!
Your Mileage May Vary
What other non-fibery crafty endeavors do you pursue? I mention my scrapbooking and a desire to dust off my cross-stitch skills. Come share some inspiration in the Ravelry Group!
No such luck locating the ND Cross Stitch - wasn't where I thought it was. Will search over the weekend and post a photo when I find it.
Traffic Report
Wooly 2.0 is coming! Check out their Kickstarter Campaign for all the details about the new features that will be available soon for iOS. I also wrote about it two weeks ago.
Come Find me on the Interwebs
Ravelry - ndjen04
Ravelry Group - Commuter Knitter Podcast
Twitter - @CommuterKnitter
Facebook - Commuter Knitter
Plurk - CommuterKnitter
Email - commuterknitter@yahoo.com
Show notes - http://commuterknitter.blogspot.com
Nimblestix - ndjen04
Google + - Commuter Knitter Podcast
Instagram - ndjen04
You've Arrived At Your Destination
And So Are You shawl for Camp Loopy Project Number 1
Drive
Narragansett by Thea Coleman - Camp Loopy Project Number 2
Road Maps
How to substitute yarn of a different gauge in a pattern. A little bit of math is involved, but it's not too difficult.
Pattern gauge - 4 sts per inch
Personal gauge - 4.5 - 5 sts per inch
Stitches at the bust to get desired size, which in this case for me is 34:
x sts/34" = 5sts/1"
x = 34*5
x = 170 sts
This will be the number of stitches needed across bust to get the desired 34" bust measurement. Next, look through the pattern to find which size gives that number of stitches at the bust. Use the numbers for that size in order to get the size I want.
I did not mention during this episode, but my row gauge is almost the same as the suggested pattern gauge. However, since this is a top down sweater, I can adjust the rows up or down as needed to get the right length.
Cargo
Trifecta of Awesome - Keegan Lane Yarns
Road Trips
I-91 Shop Hop June 27-30 - Facebook Page
Green Mountain Spinnery Putney, VT
Metaphor Yarns Shelburne Falls, MA
Northampton Wools Northampton, MA
WEBS Northampton, MA
Marji's Yarncrafts Granby, CT
Creative Fibers Windsor, CT
Yarnover Avon, CT
Village Wools Glastonbury, CT
Knit New Haven New Haven, CT
Yarn Barn Woodbridge, CT
The Yarn Basket Branford, CT
Tour de Fleece - June 29th-July 21st
Traffic Report - a new segment (named on the fly while recording this episode) where I will share any news that may not fit directly in another segment
Wooly 2.0 is coming! Check out their Kickstarter Campaign for all the details about the new features that will be available soon for iOS. I also wrote about it earlier today.
Come Find me on the Interwebs
Ravelry - ndjen04
Ravelry Group - Commuter Knitter PodcastTwitter - @CommuterKnitterFacebook - Commuter KnitterPlurk - CommuterKnitterEmail - commuterknitter@yahoo.comShow notes - http://commuterknitter.blogspot.com
Nimblestix - ndjen04
Google + - Commuter Knitter Podcast
Instagram - ndjen04
Drive
And So Are You shawl for Camp Loopy Project Number 1
Trip Planner
Narragansett by Thea Coleman - Camp Loopy Project Number 2
Neutral
Your Mileage May Vary
Let's talk about managing all those WIPs!
I mention the Surprise Granny Square crochet project that has been "on the hook" for a long time
Road Trips
I-91 Shop Hop June 27-30 - Facebook Page
Green Mountain Spinnery Putney, VT
Metaphor Yarns Shelburne Falls, MA
Northampton Wools Northampton, MA
WEBS Northampton, MA
Marji's Yarncrafts Granby, CT
Creative Fibers Windsor, CT
Yarnover Avon, CT
Village Wools Glastonbury, CT
Knit New Haven New Haven, CT
Yarn Barn Woodbridge, CT
The Yarn Basket Branford, CT
Tour de Fleece - June 29th-July 21st
Come Find me on the Interwebs
Ravelry - ndjen04Ravelry Group - Commuter Knitter PodcastTwitter - @CommuterKnitterFacebook - Commuter KnitterPlurk - CommuterKnitter
Nimblestix - ndjen04
Google + - Commuter Knitter Podcast
Instagram - ndjen04Email - commuterknitter@yahoo.comShow notes - http://commuterknitter.blogspot.com
I have missed you all over the last few weeks - thank you for sticking with me!
Carpool
Wrap-up from the Cosmic Knittas International Yarnbombing Day installation - many thanks to everyone who contributed either by sending knitted & crocheted items or through your encouragement over the weekend. We still have few pieces left to put up later this week, so stay tuned!
You've Arrived At Your Destination
Large Granny Square for Cosmic Knittas Yarn Bomb
Drive
And So Are You shawl for Camp Loopy
Stripey Socks for Me - btw the colorway was Whisker Lickin'
Dragonfly Fibers Dragon Sock - Club Dragonfly May 2013 shipment - Dr. Frankenstein
Antrea by Ann Weaver
Rearview Mirror
Cherry Tree Hill Sock Yarn that cannot decide what it wants to be when it grows up. In the episode I mention the Jaywalkers and River Valley Socks. As I was browsing Ravelry while typing shownotes, I found another pair of socks that I attempted to knit with this yarn, too. By the way - the Jaywalker pattern is still available as a free Ravelry download.
Your Mileage May Vary
Let's talk about stash!
Road Trips
I-91 Shop Hop June 27-30 - Facebook Page
Green Mountain Spinnery Putney, VT
Metaphor Yarns Shelburne Falls, MA
Northampton Wools Northampton, MA
WEBS Northampton, MA
Marji's Yarncrafts Granby, CT
Creative Fibers Windsor, CT
Yarnover Avon, CT
Village Wools Glastonbury, CT
Knit New Haven New Haven, CT
Yarn Barn Woodbridge, CT
The Yarn Basket Branford, CT
Come Find me on the Interwebs
Ravelry - ndjen04Ravelry Group - Commuter Knitter PodcastTwitter - @CommuterKnitterFacebook - Commuter KnitterPlurk - CommuterKnitter
Nimblestix - ndjen04
Google + - Commuter Knitter Podcast
Instagram - ndjen04Email - commuterknitter@yahoo.comShow notes - http://commuterknitter.blogspot.com
Thank you for bearing with me through the delays thanks to my technical difficulties with my new recording gizmo (Zoom H2n Handy Recorder). My thoughts and prayers to the people of Moore, OK affected by Monday's tornado.
Drive
Large Granny Square for Cosmic Knittas Yarn Bomb
Trifecta of Awesome - Fibernymph Dyeworks
The Loopy Ewe - Camp Loopy - Ravelry Group
And So Are You Shawl by Rose Beck
Rearview Mirror
Carpool - Community Events and Charity KALs
Remembering Remy KAL - Knitting Brooklyn Podcast
Cosmic Knittas - Sandy Hook Tribute for International Yarn Bomb Day
Join the Cosmic Knittas on Twitter, Facebook, Pinterest, and Ravelry for the yarn bomb in Sandy Hook on 6/8/2013
Knitted and Crocheted Items for the Yarn Bomb can be sent to:
Commuter Knitter Podcast
P.O. Box 203
Botsford, CT 06404
Road Trips
I-91 Shop Hop June 27-30 - Facebook Page
Green Mountain Spinnery Putney, VT
Metaphor Yarns Shelburne Falls, MA
Northampton Wools Northampton, MA
WEBS Northampton, MA
Marji's Yarncrafts Granby, CT
Creative Fibers Windsor, CT
Yarnover Avon, CT
Village Wools Glastonbury, CT
Knit New Haven New Haven, CT
Yarn Barn Woodbridge, CT
The Yarn Basket Branford, CT
STITCHES East - Registration is OPEN. I will be taking Snip & Zip: Steeks and Zippers with Franklin Habit.
Come Find me on the Interwebs
Ravelry - ndjen04Ravelry Group - Commuter Knitter PodcastTwitter - @CommuterKnitterFacebook - Commuter KnitterPlurk - CommuterKnitter
Nimblestix - ndjen04
Google + - Commuter Knitter Podcast
Instagram - ndjen04Email - commuterknitter@yahoo.comShow notes - http://commuterknitter.blogspot.com
Thank you for joining me for a stay-cation edition of the podcast - a little delayed due to an FO and new podcasting equipment (Zoom H2N Handy Recorder)!
You've Arrived at Your Destination
Drive
Large Granny Square for Cosmic Knittas Yarn Bomb
Neutral
Surprise Granny Square project
Trip Planner
Rearview Mirror
Carpool - Community Events and Charity KALs
Remembering Remy KAL - Knitting Brooklyn Podcast
Cosmic Knittas - Sandy Hook Tribute for International Yarn Bomb Day
Join the Cosmic Knittas on Twitter, Facebook, Pinterest, and Ravelry for the yarn bomb in Sandy Hook on 6/8/2013
Knitted and Crocheted Items for the Yarn Bomb can be sent to:
Commuter Knitter Podcast
P.O. Box 203
Botsford, CT 06404
Offroading - flattered that the Knitmore Girls purloined this segment in their episode last week, but I'm taking it back this episode to talk about the television show that Carlos and I have been watching recently (in essence purloining the "TV" part of the TVKnittingPodcast)
Road Trips
I-91 Shop Hop June 27-30 - Facebook Page
Green Mountain Spinnery Putney, VT
Metaphor Yarns Shelburne Falls, MA
Northampton Wools Northampton, MA
WEBS Northampton, MA
Marji's Yarncrafts Granby, CT
Creative Fibers Windsor, CT
Yarnover Avon, CT
Village Wools Glastonbury, CT
Knit New Haven New Haven, CT
Yarn Barn Woodbridge, CT
The Yarn Basket Branford, CT
STITCHES East - class brochure available May 14, 2013; registration opens May 20th.
Come Find me on the Interwebs
Ravelry - ndjen04Ravelry Group - Commuter Knitter PodcastTwitter - @CommuterKnitterFacebook - Commuter KnitterPlurk - CommuterKnitter
Nimblestix - ndjen04
Google + - Commuter Knitter Podcast
Instagram - ndjen04Email - commuterknitter@yahoo.comShow notes - http://commuterknitter.blogspot.com
Getting back on track with a regular mid-week episode.
You've Arrived at Your Destination
Go Buffalo - a.k.a. Baby-sweater-in-a-week
Drive
Rearview Mirror
Your Mileage May Vary - a new segment where I delve into some of those issues that always spur discussion among knitters. Join us over in the Ravelry Group for further discussion about this week's topic.
This week's question is: How far would you go for a fiber-related event (whether festival, convention, or retreat)?
Carpool - Community Events and Charity KALs
Remembering Remy KAL - Knitting Brooklyn Podcast
Cosmic Knittas - Sandy Hook Tribute for International Yarn Bomb Day
Join the Cosmic Knittas on Twitter, Facebook, Pinterest, and Ravelry for the yarn bomb in Sandy Hook on 6/8/2013
Knitted and Crocheted Items for the Yarn Bomb can be sent to:
Commuter Knitter Podcast
P.O. Box 203
Botsford, CT 06404
Road Trips
I-91 Shop Hop June 27-30 - Facebook Page
Green Mountain Spinnery Putney, VT
Metaphor Yarns Shelburne Falls, MA
Northampton Wools Northampton, MA
WEBS Northampton, MA
Marji's Yarncrafts Granby, CT
Creative Fibers Windsor, CT
Yarnover Avon, CT
Village Wools Glastonbury, CT
Knit New Haven New Haven, CT
Yarn Barn Woodbridge, CT
The Yarn Basket Branford, CT
Come Find me on the Interwebs
Ravelry - ndjen04Ravelry Group - Commuter Knitter PodcastTwitter - @CommuterKnitterFacebook - Commuter KnitterPlurk - CommuterKnitter
Nimblestix - ndjen04
Google + - Commuter Knitter Podcast
Instagram - ndjen04Email - commuterknitter@yahoo.comShow notes - http://commuterknitter.blogspot.com
Continued thoughts and prayers to my friends in Boston.
Drive
Rocky CoastYour Mileage May Vary - a new segment where I delve into some of those issues that always spur discussion among knitters. Join us over in the Ravelry Group for further discussion about this week's topic.
This week's question is: To Club or Not to Club - share your experiences and thoughts about yarn, fiber, bag or any other knitting related clubs
Carpool - Community Events and Charity KALs
Remembering Remy KAL - Knitting Brooklyn Podcast
Cosmic Knittas - Sandy Hook Tribute for International Yarn Bomb Day
Join the Cosmic Knittas on Twitter, Facebook, Pinterest, and Ravelry for the yarn bomb in Sandy Hook on 6/8/2013
Knitted and Crocheted Items for the Yarn Bomb can be sent to:
Commuter Knitter Podcast
P.O. Box 203
Botsford, CT 06404
Road Trips
I-91 Shop Hop June 27-30 - Facebook Page
Green Mountain Spinnery Putney, VT
Metaphor Yarns Shelburne Falls, MA
Northampton Wools Northampton, MA
WEBS Northampton, MA
Marji's Yarncrafts Granby, CT
Creative Fibers Windsor, CT
Yarnover Avon, CT
Village Wools Glastonbury, CT
Knit New Haven New Haven, CT
Yarn Barn Woodbridge, CT
The Yarn Basket Branford, CT
Come Find me on the Interwebs
Ravelry - ndjen04Ravelry Group - Commuter Knitter PodcastTwitter - @CommuterKnitterFacebook - Commuter KnitterPlurk - CommuterKnitterInstagram - ndjen04Email - commuterknitter@yahoo.comShow notes - http://commuterknitter.blogspot.com
Thank you for understanding the delay in the podcast over the last 2 weeks. I am glad to be back behind the wheel to chat with you!
You've Arrived at Your Destination
Drive
Road Maps - a quick overview of Feedly as a replacement for Google Reader. I also tried Bloglovin', but it looks like I will stick with Feedly for now.
Your Mileage May Vary - a new segment where I delve into some of those issues that always spur discussion among knitters. Join us over in the Ravelry Group for further discussion about this week's topic.
This week is all about the tech support - where do you go when the pattern is not quite clear, or includes a technique with which you are not familiar. Feel free to share some of your favorite resources in the group
Carpool
Remembering Remy KAL - Knitting Brooklyn Podcast
Cosmic Knittas - Sandy Hook Tribute for International Yarn Bomb Day
Join the Cosmic Knittas on Twitter, Facebook, Pinterest, and Ravelry for the yarn bomb in Sandy Hook on 6/8/2013
Knitted and Crocheted Items for the Yarn Bomb can be sent to:
Commuter Knitter Podcast
P.O. Box 203
Botsford, CT 06404
Road Trips
I-91 Shop Hop June 27-30 - Facebook Page
Green Mountain Spinnery Putney, VTMetaphor Yarns Shelburne Falls, MANorthampton Wools Northampton, MAWEBS Northampton, MAMarji's Yarncrafts Granby, CTCreative Fibers Windsor, CTYarnover Avon, CTVillage Wools Glastonbury, CTKnit New Haven New Haven, CTYarn Barn Woodbridge, CTThe Yarn Basket Branford, CT
Come Find me on the Interwebs
Ravelry - ndjen04 Ravelry Group - Commuter Knitter Podcast Twitter - @CommuterKnitter Facebook - Commuter Knitter Plurk - CommuterKnitter Instagram - ndjen04 Email - commuterknitter@yahoo.com Show notes - http://commuterknitter.blogspot.comI introduce a new segment this week - Your Mileage May Vary - a place to open up some discussion about some hot topics!
Drive
Rearview Mirror/Road Maps - choosing yarn and other tips for toy knitting
The Knitted Teddy Bear by Sandra Polley
Your Mileage May Vary - a new segment where I delve into some of those issues that always spur discussion among knitters. Join us over in the Ravelry Group for further discussion about this week's topic.
This week I discuss pattern writing - how detailed should the instructions be? Line-by-line step-by-step, or more open-ended where it is up to the knitter to fill in the blanks.
Yarn Harlot - "Shades of Grey" blog post on Monday, March 25, 2013
Jane & Jen Knit Funny - see episode 20 where Jane and Jen discuss how they re-chart patterns to fit their preferences and styles.
Carpool
Remembering Remy KAL - Knitting Brooklyn Podcast
Cosmic Knittas - Sandy Hook Tribute for International Yarn Bomb Day
Join the Cosmic Knittas on Twitter, Facebook, Pinterest, and Ravelry for the yarn bomb in Sandy Hook on 6/8/2013
Knitted and Crocheted Items for the Yarn Bomb can be sent to:
Commuter Knitter Podcast
P.O. Box 203
Botsford, CT 06404
Road Trips
I-91 Shop Hop June 27-30 - Facebook Page
Green Mountain Spinnery Putney, VTMetaphor Yarns Shelburne Falls, MANorthampton Wools Northampton, MAWEBS Northampton, MAMarji's Yarncrafts Granby, CTCreative Fibers Windsor, CTYarnover Avon, CTVillage Wools Glastonbury, CTKnit New Haven New Haven, CTYarn Barn Woodbridge, CTThe Yarn Basket Branford, CT
Come Find me on the Interwebs
Ravelry - ndjen04 Ravelry Group - Commuter Knitter Podcast Twitter - @CommuterKnitter Facebook - Commuter Knitter Plurk - CommuterKnitter Instagram - ndjen04 Email - commuterknitter@yahoo.com Show notes - http://commuterknitter.blogspot.comLots of toy talk this week with a current WIP, past FO's in rearview mirror, and a review of Easter Knits by Arne & Carlos, a book of (you guessed it!) toys.
Drive
Cargo and Trip Planner
June's Favorite Sweater
Quince and Co.
Rearview Mirror
The Knitted Teddy Bear by Sandra Polley
Road Maps
This week I review Easter Knits by Arne & Carlos. Many thanks to the kind folks at Trafalgar Square for sending a copy of this book for review. As always, the opinions expressed are my own.
Carpool
Remembering Remy KAL - Knitting Brooklyn Podcast
Cosmic Knittas - Sandy Hook Tribute for International Yarn Bomb Day
Join the Cosmic Knittas on Twitter, Facebook, Pinterest, and Ravelry for the yarn bomb in Sandy Hook on 6/8/2013
Knitted and Crocheted Items for the Yarn Bomb can be sent to:
Commuter Knitter Podcast
P.O. Box 203
Botsford, CT 06404
Road Trips
I-91 Shop Hop June 27-30 - Facebook Page
Green Mountain Spinnery Putney, VTMetaphor Yarns Shelburne Falls, MANorthampton Wools Northampton, MAWEBS Northampton, MAMarji's Yarncrafts Granby, CTCreative Fibers Windsor, CTYarnover Avon, CTVillage Wools Glastonbury, CTKnit New Haven New Haven, CTYarn Barn Woodbridge, CTThe Yarn Basket Branford, CT
Come Find me on the Interwebs
Ravelry - ndjen04 Ravelry Group - Commuter Knitter Podcast Twitter - @CommuterKnitter Facebook - Commuter Knitter Plurk - CommuterKnitter Instagram - ndjen04 Email - commuterknitter@yahoo.com Show notes - http://commuterknitter.blogspot.comAfter about a week off to get over losing her voice, Jen is back behind the wheel of the podcast.
You've Arrived at Your Destination
Drive
Rearview Mirror
Carpool
Remembering Remy KAL - Knitting Brooklyn Podcast
Cosmic Knittas - Sandy Hook Tribute for International Yarn Bomb Day
Join the Cosmic Knittas on Twitter, Facebook, Pinterest, and Ravelry for the yarn bomb in Sandy Hook on 6/8/2013
Knitted and Crocheted Items for the Yarn Bomb can be sent to:
Commuter Knitter Podcast
P.O. Box 203
Botsford, CT 06404
Road Trips
Come Find me on the Interwebs
Ravelry - ndjen04 Ravelry Group - Commuter Knitter Podcast Twitter - @CommuterKnitter Facebook - Commuter Knitter Plurk - CommuterKnitter Instagram - ndjen04 Email - commuterknitter@yahoo.com Show notes - http://commuterknitter.blogspot.comIn this episode, Jen takes a look back at the first year of The Commuter Knitter Podcast. Thank you so much to all of the listeners who have made this a truly wonderful journey! Here's to the second year and beyond!
You've Arrived at Your Destination
Drive
Neutral
Carpool
Remembering Remy KAL - Knitting Brooklyn Podcast
Cosmic Knittas - Sandy Hook Tribute for International Yarn Bomb Day
Join the Cosmic Knittas on Twitter, Facebook, Pinterest, and Ravelry for the yarn bomb in Sandy Hook on 6/8/2013
Knitted and Crocheted Items for the Yarn Bomb can be sent to:
Commuter Knitter Podcast
P.O. Box 203
Botsford, CT 06404
Road Trips during the first year of the podcast
Come Find me on the Interwebs
Ravelry - ndjen04 Ravelry Group - Commuter Knitter Podcast Twitter - @CommuterKnitter Facebook - Commuter Knitter Plurk - CommuterKnitter Instagram - ndjen04 Email - commuterknitter@yahoo.com Show notes - http://commuterknitter.blogspot.comYou've Arrived at Your Destination
Drive
KnittingHelp.com video tutorial for double knitting
Looking in the Rearview Mirror
Road Maps
Updating Ravelry pages with accurate yarn usage information
Carpool
Remembering Remy KAL - Knitting Brooklyn Podcast
Cosmic Knittas - Sandy Hook Tribute for International Yarn Bomb Day
Join the Cosmic Knittas on Twitter, Facebook, Pinterest, and Ravelry for the yarn bomb in Sandy Hook on 6/8/2013
Knitted and Crocheted Items for the Yarn Bomb can be sent to:
Commuter Knitter Podcast
P.O. Box 203
Botsford, CT 06404
Offroading
Counting down to the return of Doctor Who on March 30th
Blogpost about my project bags
Come Find me on the Interwebs
Ravelry - ndjen04 Ravelry Group - Commuter Knitter Podcast Twitter - CommuterKnitter Facebook - Commuter Knitter Plurk - CommuterKnitter Instagram - ndjen04 Email - commuterknitter@yahoo.comDrive
Looking in the Rearview Mirror
Taking a look back at an FO after giving it some use and wear
Check Slouch Hat vs. Tilted Slouch Hat
Carpool
Remembering Remy KAL - Knitting Brooklyn Podcast
Cosmic Knittas - Sandy Hook Tribute for International Yarn Bomb Day
Join the Cosmic Knittas on Twitter, Facebook, Pinterest, and Ravelry for the yarn bomb planning for Sandy Hook on 6/8/2013
Knitted and Crocheted Items for the Yarn Bomb can be sent to:
Commuter Knitter Podcast
P.O. Box 203
Botsford, CT 06404
Come Find me on the Interwebs
Ravelry - ndjen04 Ravelry Group - Commuter Knitter Podcast Twitter - CommuterKnitter Facebook - Commuter Knitter Plurk - CommuterKnitter Instagram - ndjen04 Email - commuterknitter@yahoo.comPodcasting from home during the Blizzard of 2013 a.k.a. "Nemo". I share quite a few FO's, revisit an older FO in a new segment, and lament the closing of my very first LYS
You've Arrived at Your Destination
Drive
Looking in the Rearview Mirror
Taking a look back at an FO after giving it some use and wear
Carpool
Remembering Remy KAL - Knitting Brooklyn Podcast
Cosmic Knittas - Sandy Hook Tribute for International Yarn Bomb Day
Join the Cosmic Knittas on Twitter, Facebook, Pinterest, and Ravelry to take part in a tribute to the victims of the Sandy Hook tragedy on 6/8/2013
Knitted and Crocheted Items for the Yarn Bomb can be sent to:
Commuter Knitter Podcast
P.O. Box 203
Botsford, CT 06404
Offroading
Boston Globe Article - Knitting, Cooking and Reading
Come Find me on the Interwebs
Ravelry - ndjen04 Ravelry Group - Commuter Knitter Podcast Twitter - CommuterKnitter Facebook - Commuter Knitter Plurk - CommuterKnitter Instagram - ndjen04 Email - commuterknitter@yahoo.comThis week I have a shorter commute - which leaves for less podcasting time.
Drive
Road Maps
Some tips to keep your projects & stash organized on Ravelry
Carpool
Cosmic Knittas - Sandy Hook Tribute for International Yarn Bomb Day
Join the Cosmic Knittas on Twitter, Facebook, Pinterest, and Ravelry to take part in a tribute to the victims of the Sandy Hook tragedy on 6/8/2013
Knitted and Crocheted Items for the Yarn Bomb can be sent to:
Commuter Knitter Podcast
P.O. Box 203
Botsford, CT 06404
Come Find me on the Interwebs
Ravelry - ndjen04 Ravelry Group - Commuter Knitter Podcast Twitter - CommuterKnitter Facebook - Commuter Knitter Plurk - CommuterKnitter Instagram - ndjen04 Email - commuterknitter@yahoo.comThis week I have a couple of FO's, a project that moves to Neutral, and others revving up in Trip Planning. Also included - a Vogue Knitting Live Recap! And by the way, did I mention that it's cold?!
What Are You Wearing?
(Borrowed from the lovely ladies of The Yarniacs Podcast)
You've Arrived At Your Destination
Drive
Neutral
Trip Planning
Carpool
Cosmic Knittas - Sandy Hook Tribute for International Yarn Bomb Day
Join the Cosmic Knittas on Twitter, Facebook, Pinterest, and Ravelry to take part in a tribute to the victims of the Sandy Hook tragedy on 6/8/2013
Knitted and Crocheted Items for the Yarn Bomb can be sent to:
Commuter Knitter Podcast
P.O. Box 203
Botsford, CT 06404
Road Trips
Vogue Knitting Live - NYC - Jan 18-20, 2013
Subway Knits Podcast Meetup - January 19th & 20th @ 1:30 pm.
Come Find me on the Interwebs
Ravelry - ndjen04 Ravelry Group - Commuter Knitter Podcast Twitter - CommuterKnitter Facebook - Commuter Knitter Plurk - CommuterKnitter Instagram - ndjen04 Email - commuterknitter@yahoo.comDrive
Carpool
Cosmic Knittas - Sandy Hook Tribute for International Yarn Bomb Day
Join the Cosmic Knittas on Twitter, Facebook, Pinterest, and Ravelry to take part in a tribute to the victims of the Sandy Hook tragedy on 6/8/2013
Knitted and Crocheted Items for the Yarn Bomb can be sent to:
Commuter Knitter Podcast
P.O. Box 203
Botsford, CT 06404
Road Trips
Vogue Knitting Live - NYC - Jan 18-20, 2013
Subway Knits Podcast Meetup - January 19th & 20th @ 1:30 pm.
Come Find me on the Interwebs
Ravelry - ndjen04 Ravelry Group - Commuter Knitter Podcast Twitter - CommuterKnitter Facebook - Commuter Knitter Plurk - CommuterKnitter Email - commuterknitter [at] yahoo [dot] comBack into the swing of things after a short hiatus over the holidays. Happy New Year to you and your families!
Drive
Cargo
Road Trips
Vogue Knitting Live - NYC - Jan 18-20, 2013
Come Find me on the Interwebs
Ravelry - ndjen04 Ravelry Group - Commuter Knitter Podcast Twitter - CommuterKnitter Facebook - Commuter Knitter Plurk - CommuterKnitter Email - commuterknitter [at] yahoo [dot] comIn this week's emotional episode, I thank you all for your love, support, prayers, and virtual hugs for my town as I express my thoughts about the tragic events that took place in my hometown of Newtown, Connecticut on December 14, 2012. Links to some of the places/causes I mention:
United Way Sandy Hook School Support Fund
Only 2 projects to talk about, trip planning about next year's stash, off-roading about Notre Dame and a special treat at the end of the episode for the holiday season.
Drive
Trip Planning
Brain storming for the Stash 2013
Offroading
About Notre Dame - what else?
Road Trips
Vogue Knitting Live - NYC - Jan 18-20, 2013
Come Find me on the Interwebs Ravelry - ndjen04 Ravelry Group - Commuter Knitter Podcast Twitter - CommuterKnitter Facebook - Commuter Knitter Plurk - CommuterKnitter Email - commuterknitter [at] yahoo [dot] comDrive
Check Engine Light
Trip Planning
Brain storming for 2013
Party Bus
Winners chosen - tune in to see if you won!
Road Trips
Vogue Knitting Live - NYC - Jan 18-20, 2013
Come Find me on the Interwebs Ravelry - ndjen04 Ravelry Group - Commuter Knitter Podcast Twitter - CommuterKnitter Facebook - Commuter Knitter Plurk - CommuterKnitter Email - commuterknitter [at] yahoo [dot] comMy thoughts and prayers go out to KnitPurlGurl's family. We will miss you Karrie!
Drive
Carpool
Subway Knits fundraiser for Hurricane Sandy
Knitting Brooklyn KAL for Squares for Comfort
Party Bus
Join us over on the Commuter Knitter Podcast group and tell us your knitting (or crochet or spinning) plans for the future - what do you want to try, but you've been too timid to try? What do you consider your biggest knitting hurdle? Post in the thread to be entered to win a prize. Thread will close 12/4/2012 at 10:00 pm EST.
Fair Isle Vest - Stranded and Steeked - Craftsy Class
Road Trips
Vogue Knitting Live - NYC - Jan 18-20, 2013
Come Find me on the Interwebs Ravelry - ndjen04 Ravelry Group - Commuter Knitter Podcast Twitter - CommuterKnitter Facebook - Commuter Knitter Plurk - CommuterKnitter Email - commuterknitter [at] yahoo [dot] comMany thanks to each and every one of you for your support of The Commuter Knitter podcast - you all are awesome!
Drive
Carpool
Subway Knits fundraiser for Hurricane Sandy
Mason Dixon Knitting - Cornerstone Blanket - Citymeals on Wheels
Knitting Brooklyn KAL for Squares for Comfort
Party Bus
Join us over on the Commuter Knitter Podcast group and tell us your knitting (or crochet or spinning) OOPS! to be entered to win a prize. Thread will close 12/4/2012 at 10:00 pm EST. New questions added between now and then.
The mitten pattern that went wrong - Manly Mitts from Knitty
Road Trips
Vogue Knitting Live - NYC - Jan 18-20, 2013
Come Find me on the Interwebs Ravelry - ndjen04 Ravelry Group - Commuter Knitter Podcast Twitter - CommuterKnitter Facebook - Commuter Knitter Plurk - CommuterKnitter Email - commuterknitter [at] yahoo [dot] comThis week Jen discusses a few knitting projects, gives a quick lesson in "catching your floats", brings the party bus out of the garage, and gushes about egg nog ice cream.
Drive
Road Maps
Catch your floats when knitting color work
Carpool
Subway Knits fundraiser for Hurricane Sandy
Knitting Brooklyn KAL for Squares for Comfort
Party Bus
Join us over on the Commuter Knitter Podcast group and tell us your knitting (or crochet or spinning) beginnings to be entered to win a prize. Thread will close 12/4/2012 at 10:00 pm EST. New questions added between now and then.
Offroading
Road Trips
Vogue Knitting Live - NYC - Jan 18-20, 2013
Come Find me on the Interwebs Ravelry - ndjen04 Ravelry Group - Commuter Knitter Podcast Twitter - CommuterKnitter Facebook - Commuter Knitter Plurk - CommuterKnitter Email - commuterknitter [at] yahoo [dot] comI briefly chat about what is on the needles, a project with a check englne light this week, the roadside assistance that I learned from the check engine light, and what you've all been waiting for... RHINEBECK 2012 recap!
Enjoy
Come Find me on the Interwebs Ravelry - ndjen04 Ravelry Group - Commuter Knitter Podcast Twitter - CommuterKnitter Facebook - Commuter Knitter Plurk - CommuterKnitter Email - commuterknitter [at] yahoo [dot] comDrive
Socks for Carlos
Road Maps
A step-by-step guide to cabling without the cable needle. Look for a photo tutorial on the blog coming soon!
Carpool - Halos of Hope KAL winners announced!
Fearless Fair Isle Knitting by Kathleen Taylor - Taunton Press Erin Lane Bags 2013 Calendar of HopeNY Sheep & Wool - October 20th-21st - Rhinebeck, NY
Rhinebeck Podcaster Meetup Information
Fiber Festival of New England - Nov 3-4th - West Springfield, MA
Vogue Knitting Live - January 18th-20th, 2013 - NY, NY
Come Find me on the Interwebs Ravelry - ndjen04 Ravelry Group - Commuter Knitter Podcast Twitter - CommuterKnitter Facebook - Commuter Knitter Plurk - CommuterKnitter Email - commuterknitter [at] yahoo [dot] comA Special Road Trip Edition of the podcast where Jen talks about STITCHES East 2012
Drive
Socks for Carlos
Check Engine Light
Cargo
Bashful Bags & Fiber
Purrfectly Catchy Designs
Professor Charles and Gramps Blanket - Tot Toppers
Road Maps
If you can - take a class or two! You never know what nuggets you'll learn beyond the topic covered in the class
Carpool
NY Sheep & Wool - October 20th-21st - Rhinebeck, NY
Rhinebeck Podcaster Meetup Information
Fiber Festival of New England - Nov 3-4th - West Springfield, MA
Come Find me on the Interwebs Ravelry - ndjen04 Ravelry Group - Commuter Knitter Podcast Twitter - CommuterKnitter Facebook - Commuter Knitter Plurk - CommuterKnitter Email - commuterknitter [at] yahoo [dot] comA Vacation Day Edition of the Commuter Knitter Podcast where Jen has two FO's, two new projects OTN, and a book to review.
Drive
Coastal Knits is now available as an eBook or individual downloads!
You've Arrived At Your Destination
NY Cardigan - finally wove in the last of the ends
Cargo
Road Maps
Review of Fearless Fair Isle Knitting by Kathleen Taylor - thank you to the folks at the Taunton Press for sending a copy for review
Carpool
NYC Yarn Crawl - October 6th-8th - 11 NYC LYSs
STITCHES East - October 11th-14th - Hartford, CT
NY Sheep & Wool - October 20th-21st - Rhinebeck, NY
Rhinebeck Podcaster Meetup Information
Fiber Festival of New England - Nov 3-4th - West Springfield, MA
Vogue Knitting LIVE NYC - Jan 18-20th, 2013 - NYC
Come Find me on the Interwebs Ravelry - ndjen04 Ravelry Group - Commuter Knitter Podcast Twitter - CommuterKnitter Facebook - Commuter Knitter Plurk - CommuterKnitter Email - commuterknitter [at] yahoo [dot] comDrive
Check Engine Light
Carpool
Road Trips
Wool Uncovered - September 27th - 9am-6pm Bryant Park, NYC
Greater Boston Yarn Crawl - September 28-30th - 16 Greater Boston LYSs
Interweave Knitting Lab - October 4-7th - Manchester NH
NYC Yarn Crawl - October 6th-8th - 11 NYC LYSs
STITCHES East - October 11th-14th - Hartford, CT
NY Sheep & Wool - October 20th-21st - Rhinebeck, NY
Rhinebeck Podcaster Meetup Information
Come Find me on the Interwebs Ravelry - ndjen04 Ravelry Group - Commuter Knitter Podcast Twitter - CommuterKnitter Facebook - Commuter Knitter Plurk - CommuterKnitter Email - commuterknitter [at] yahoo [dot] comDrive
Road Maps
Always check for pattern updates and/or erratta
In the middle of this tip, I took a bit of a detour to talk organization
Carpool
Offroading
Notre Dame & Doctor Who
Road Trips
Wool Uncovered - September 27th - 9am-6pm Bryant Park, NYC
Greater Boston Yarn Crawl - September 28-30th - 16 Greater Boston LYSs
Interweave Knitting Lab - October 4-7th - Manchester NH
NYC Yarn Crawl - October 6th-8th - 11 NYC LYSs
STITCHES East - October 11th-14th - Hartford, CT
NY Sheep & Wool - October 20th-21st - Rhinebeck, NY
Come Find me on the Interwebs Ravelry - ndjen04 Ravelry Group - Commuter Knitter Podcast Twitter - CommuterKnitter Facebook - Commuter Knitter Plurk - CommuterKnitter Email - commuterknitter [at] yahoo [dot] comA bit rusty, but I'm back after an unexpected hiatus last week.
Drive
Cargo
Carpool
Offroading
University of Gallifrey Fighting Time Lords T-shirt
Greater Boston Yarn Crawl - Sept 28-30th
Interweave Knitting Lab - October 4-7, 2012, Manchester, NH
Stitches East - October 11-14, 2012, Hartford, CT NY Sheep & Wool - October 20-21, 2012, Rhinebeck, NY Come Find me on the Interwebs Ravelry - ndjen04 Ravelry Group - Commuter Knitter Podcast Twitter - CommuterKnitter Facebook - Commuter Knitter Plurk - CommuterKnitter Email - commuterknitter [at] yahoo [dot] comThe Check Engine Light hits Jen right away as she brings a project out of neutral, she tries to tune out the enablers, and then gets excited for The Doctor's return on Saturday.
Jen hits a lot of traffic (during the commute), runs into a big pothole (while knitting), and goes off-roading (in the podcast).
Jen brings you a Tuesday edition of the podcast in anticipation of possible storms on Wednesday which may make for tretcherous driving and podcasting conditions. She wraps up Ravellenics, challenges listeners to help the Halos of Hope hat count at STITCHES East exceed that of Midwest this past weekend, and offers up some pre-road trip prep tips. Enjoy!
Jen hits a few speed bumps & the check engine light comes on for her Ravellenics project - can she recover to reach the finish line on Sunday??
A shorter episode this week - Ravellenics are here!
(sub-titled ... also 5 months until Christmas - eek!!)
Jen talks about the Color Affection, brainstorms about Christmas knitting (just a little), gives a quick 2-circ tutorial, gets really excited about the Ravellenics, continues to talk about Halos of Hope, and discusses a new-to-her event coming up this fall in Boston
We have a Thursday episode this week due to the rain-soaked commute on Wednesday. This week, Jen is afflicted by a bug going around the knitting world, finishes something, has a bit of stash enhancement, and announces a KAL for Halos of Hope. And let's not forget - gives away some PRIZES for the pre-Ravellenics finish-along!
Jen gets distracted by the shiny, does some stash enhancement, and gets excited about Tour de Fleece & Ravellenics. Show notes will be posted at http://commuterknitter.blogspot.com
Travel, lots of projects, a magic loop tutorial, Ravellenics talk & events
Show notes will be at http://commuterknitter.blogspot.com along with the DPN Tutorial
Show notes will be at http://commuterknitter.blogspot.com
Some knitting, FOs, a review, a surprise giveaway, and a couple events. And a special guest announcer.
Show notes at http://commuterknitter.blogspot.com
During which I knit (a little), make plans to move a project from neutral to drive, announce the winners of the Strawberie Festival contest, start a finish-along as pre-Ravelympics preparation, and take the last leg of the virtual roadtrip through my iPod. Enjoy!!
In this week's episode, I work on the Dark & Stormy, have 2 FO's, and travel by map through my iPod
Remember that the Strawberie Festival Contest entries have to be in by Monday 5/28 - hurry on over to the Ravelry Group to enter to win!
Shownotes will be at http://commuterknitter.blogspot.com
During which I continue the virtual roadtrip through my iPod, announce a winner for the Wooly Promo Code, and give a few resources for those who want to venture into color knitting.
Shownotes will be posted at http://commuterknitter.blogspot.com
You'll have to listen all the way to the end to understand this week's title ;-)
Come along for the ride this week as I talk about some WIPs, a bit of stash enhancement, give you a chance to win a copy of the new Wooly iPhone app, continue the Strawberie Festival Contest, and take a virtual road trip through my iPod.
Show notes will be posted at http://commuterknitter.blogspot.com
We have winners of the April Showers Bring May Flowers contest and annouce the May contest!
Show notes to come at http://commuterknitter.blogspot.com
Show notes to come at commuterknitter.blogspot.com
Check out the Ravelry group for the April Showers Bring May Flowers contest through April 30th
Yes, I used "Ain't" in the title - my English-teacher brother will have a fit. I'm just quoting Stevie Wonder :-)
Show notes will be at commuterknitter.blogspot.com
Come join the Commuter Knitter Podcast Group on Ravelry to enter the contest!
Show notes will be posted at http://commuterknitter.blogspot.com
We have a contest this month!! Check out our Ravelry Group for details
A shorter episode this week. Shownotes will be posted at http://commuterknitter.blogspot.com
In which I gush over my new project...
Show notes to come at http://commuterknitter.blogspot.com
I am running out of steam tonight, so the Show Notes will be posted tomorrow (3/15) at http://commuterknitter.blogspot.com
Show notes can be found at http://commuterknitter.blogspot.com
Show Notes can be found at http://commuterknitter.blogspot.com
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