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Episode 90: Design on the Mind

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Thank you for tuning in to Episode 90 of the Down Cellar Studio Podcast. This week’s segments included:
  • On the Needles
  • Brainstorming
  • From the Armchair
  • In My Travels
  • Events
  • Contest, News & Notes
  • On a Happy Note
Special thank you to this episode’s sponsors: Blueberry Chick Yarns & Sun Valley Fibers

On the Needles

 
  • Yarn: Regia Fluormania in Neon Beach
  • Needles: US 1 & 1.5 (2.25 & 2.5 mm)
  • OMG Heel by Megan Williams
Spring Shawl (Version 2)image
  • Needles: US 7 (4.5mm)
  • Yarn: Fiberstory Fave Sock  & Woolen Rabbit
  • Pattern: new shawl design- almost to the end!
I talked about design thoughts I have and how I keep those organized. I referenced a  Getting Things Done Seminar I went to in September 2014 which you hear more about on Episode 53.

Brainstorming

I talked about strategizing for all of the summer KALsimage

From the Armchair

This episode I reviewed the Helen Japanese Knot style bag from Pearl and Plum which I really love and encourage you to check out.

I also reviewed Plum Deluxe Tea which is delicious, organic and affordable! Check out their website. I’ve tried and enjoyed these three: Coconut Macaroon Dessert Tea, Mindful Morning Blend- Earl Grey Tea and Reading Nook Blend Teaimage

I talked about a screener of a film that was sent to me. Film is called Yarn by Una Lorenzen. Find the list of screenings around the world here. Follow them on Facebook or check out the trailer.

In My Travels 

I talked about my last minute trip to the NH Sheep and Wool Festival where I got to meet these amazing podcasters from all over New England.image
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Yarn I purchased:

Lucky Pluck Farm– who also has an Etsy Shop
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Sweater Quantity from Holiday YarnimageRhode Island Fiber Festival & Craft Fair at the Coggeshall Farm last Saturdayimage

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Emelyn & I bought yarn from Knits4Comfort.image
I bought a sock blank from Quaere Fiber– Janelimage
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Events

Splash Pad Party 2016 –  STARTS ON WEDNESDAY June 1! Are you ready?
 Artwork - Tattoo Splash - BLUE

Challenges will be posted in the Community Pool and Country Club Chatter Thread soon! You’ll want the month of June to strategize.

Be sure to check out our Splash Pad Party Pro Shop Sponsors:

Contest, News & Notes 

Tune in to see if you won a beautiful Progress Keeper by Caroline Maday of Creations of the Anomalous Mind on Etsy
Tune in to see if you won a copy of my Trickle Shawl Pattern

 On a Happy Note

  • Riley and Millie’s dance recital!image image image
  • Meeting up with and having dinner with my college friend, Gary
  • PT going well
  • 36th birthday is coming up!
  • I’m going to MA Sheep & Wool!

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Episode 89: All the Summer KALs

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Thank you for tuning in to Episode 89  of the Down Cellar Studio Podcast. This week’s segments included:
  • Off the Needles
  • On the Needles
  • Brainstorming
  • From the Armchair
  • Knitting in Passing
  • In my Travels
  • Events
  • Contest, News & Notes
  • On a Happy Note

Special thank you to this episode’s sponsors: Knitters Brewing Company, Colorworks by Debi & Imagined Landscapes

Off the Needles

  • Needles: US 7 (4.5mm)
  • Yarn: Ashton Studio Arts (2 colors, light peach to bright salmon), Fiberstory Fave Sock in Sterling Colorway, Patons Kroy 4 ply in Gentry Gray (charcoal)
  • Pattern: new shawl designimage

On the Needles 

  • Pattern: none
  • Yarn: Patons Kroy- Purple Haze Colorway
  • Needles US 2 & 3 (2.75 and 3.25 mm)
  • Pattern: None. Cast on 56, 2×2 ribbing for about 2 inches. Switched to stockinette then moved up to US 3 needles.image
Shawl design (version 2)
  • Needles: US 7 (4.5mm)
  • Yarn: Fiberstory Fave Sock & Woolen Rabbit
  • Pattern: not yet releasedimage
  • Yarn: Regia 4 ply
  • Needles: US 1.5 (2.5 mm)
  • Pattern: OMG by Megan Williamsimage
  • Yarn: Online Supersocke Colorway 1821
  • Needles: US 1.5 (2.5 mm)
  • Pattern: OMG by Megan Williamsimage
  • Yarn: Bergere de France Goomy 50 in Imprim Beige colorway
  • Needles: US 1.5 (2.5 mm)
  • Pattern: OMG by Megan Williamsimage
  • Yarn: Coloring Book Yarn- Colorway= Good Vibes
  • Needles: US 1.5 (2.5 mm)
  • Pattern: OMG by Megan Williamsimage

Brainstorming 

  • I’m Itching to cast on a hat and to crochet a toy.
  • I’m still thinking about knitting a Boxy sweater
  • Got a box from Michaels to participate in Yarngasm Podcast Box O’ Sox KAL

From the Armchair

I reviewed a lovely progress keeper sent to me by Kaitlin of Mint Rain yarn with my recent. The product is from Caroline Maday of Creations of the Anomalous Mind on Etsy. To enter to win one, come over the to Contest Thread!image

Things Dan and I have watched lately:
Listening:

Knitting in Passing 

I shared a few stories from recent train rides and comments from others about my knitting.

In My Travels

I talked about a recent trip to Florida.image image image image

Events

12 Months to Christmas KAL

 yuletide
 
 
New Prizes- (will giveaway in July)
Applicable Mittens by Heather KinneApplicable Mittens
Splash Pad Party 2016 Artwork - Tattoo Splash - BLUE
Planning a KAL/CAL/SAL that will run from June 1- July 31st called Splash Pad Party KAL!

If you’ve purchased an Exclusive item, come post in the Country Club Registration thread in the Ravelry Group!

We have official POOL BOYS — Greg and Joey! They have already started participating in the chatter threads and they are hysterical! 🙂 This is going to be the best pool party ever.And if you can’t get enough of them be sure to check out their audio podcast- Unraveling with Greg & Joey! Thanks guys!

Upcoming Local (to me) Events

Contest, News and Notes

  • To celebrate 4 years of podcasting and the fact that I have 4 designs available on Ravelry, I am going to giveaway 4 of each of my designs. In this episode I announced the winners of my Aila Grace pattern.
  • This time you can enter to win my Trickle Shawl by coming over to the contest thread.IMG_7599image
  • In other news from around knitting world— there are so many fun summer KALs to check out. Feel free to double/triple dip!

 On a Happy Note

  • Knit night at Margaritas, with Emelyn and Oisin as special guestsimage
  • Aila’s Fancy Nancy Birthday Party
  • Riley and Millie’s sleep overimage image image
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Splash Pad Party 2016- Call for Sponsors!

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Are you an indie business geared towards fiber enthusiasts? Then check out this opportunity to be a part of some serious summer fun in the Down Cellar Studio Podcast Group

I’ve heard from so many listeners that they don’t want to wait until the fall for the 2016 Pigskin Party to have more KAL-fun with us, so I’ve whipped up something for summer!

  • Please click on the links here to find out what the KAL is all about (it’s pool/splash pad themed so it will all make more sense if you read the KAL Overview first):  Splash Pad Party KAL Overview
  • Then review the details about the options for sponsors. Sponsor Details

UPDATE: As of Thursday 4/14 only 1 Pro-Shop Spot is available If you’d like the last one, email me ASAP.

I will be taking Snack Shack Sponsors until 4/20. The only requirement is to donate a prize of at least $15 value and to mail it to the winner! See link for details.

So what are you waiting for? Jump in now by emailing me (downcellarstudio @ gmail dot com) to tell me which type of sponsorship you’re interested in and we can discuss the details!

Want first opportunity to sign up next time? Sign up for my email list and check the box to indicate you’re interested in sponsorship opportunities.