Diva Knitting Podcast

 

 Episode 15: Just Rip It! [35:22m]: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (11321)

Paper or Plastic
“Break Your Bond” (mp3)
from “Don’t Be Like That”
(Good Dog/Bad Dog Records)

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Paper or Plastic
“Good Looks & Dedication” (mp3)
from “Don’t Be Like That”
(Good Dog/Bad Dog Records)

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Cheryl on Ravelry
Diva Knitting Podcast Group on Ravelry
TNNA
The Knitters Bible
365 Knitting Stitches a Year Perpetual Calendar
Koigu
Baudelaire by Cookie A
Sock Wars
Detonator (Ravelry Link)
Bad gauge on heels
Diva Knitting Blog
Death by Socks
Wishbone Socks (Ravelry Link)
Sock Olympics
Yarn Harlot
Marnie Maclean
Marnie’s Cafepress Shop

Book Review

Drawing for the Book!  Deadline is July 9th.  Once you’re finished, come back here and leave a comment with how many entries you receive.  You can get one entry (up to 5) for each of the following:

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Link to the podcast at your favorite knitting site (please post only where appropriate)

 

 Episode 14: Divagria [32:25m]: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (3735)

Opening Song: The Charlatans
“You Cross My Path” (mp3)
from “You Cross My Path”
(Cooking Vinyl)

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Closing Song:  Love Is Chemicals
“Our Darkest Days and Nights” (mp3)
from “Song of the Summer Youth Brigade”
(Near Earth Objects)

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Both songs are played in their entirety at the end of the podcast.

Last Episode: Chumbawamba
“Add Me” (mp3)
from “The Boy Bands Have Won”
(No Masters)

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Julianne Hough
Dancing with the Stars
Knitting Daily
Lime and Violet
Sock Wars
Knit Picks
Detonator Sock Pattern (Ravelry Link)
Tofutsies
Diva Knitting Ravelry Group
Sandra Lee

The Divagria:
3 parts White Wine (I like Pinot Grigio, the original at CPK uses Ecco Domani but any inexpensive Pinot Grigio or Sauvignon Blanc will do!)
1 part Peach Schnapps
1 part Malibu Passion Fruit Rum
1 part Fruit Juice or Mango Puree or both!  Jim likes V8 Splash, I like 100% juice Mango mix or blend (grocery store) or  Archer Farms Mango
All amounts to taste!

Yarn Harlot Knitting Olympics
Hat Attack
Sock Olympics  Come join us!  Begins August 8th.
Stitch It Podcast

 

 Episode 13: A Gaggle of Knitters [34:13m]: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (6663)

Opening Song: Tim Bluhm
“Letter From a Bus” (mp3)
from “House of Bluhm”
(reapandsow, Inc.)

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Closing Song: Chumbawamba
“Add Me” (mp3)
from “The Boy Bands Have Won”
(No Masters)

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Maryland Sheep and Wool
Sock Machine
Sock Machine Demo (there are several on youtube)
Carved Spinning Wheels
Brooks Farm Yarn from Texas
Clapotis
Sahara
SWTC Twize

On and off the Needles:

Rushing Rivulet (ravelry link)
Project Sanity
Crochet Doily: Autumn Reflections
Hemlock Afghan
Travel Socks (ravelry link)

Sock Wars 
Tofutsies #854 green
Knitpicks Circular Needles

 

 Episode 12: Anticipation [46:33m]: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (4018)

Podsafe Music Network:

Opening Song:  Los Pinguinos by Los Pinguinos

Closing Song: Summertime by Greg Spero (Podsafe Music Network)

Maryland Sheep and Wool Festival this weekend

Ravelry Events at MS&W

On and Off the Needles
Rushing Rivulet (Riverbed Architecture Sock) Ravelry Link
Hemlock Ring Blanket
Travel Socks Ravelry Link
Sahara

Sock Wars
South West Trading Company Tofutsies
Rhinebeck
Askew
Coachella
Twize
Stitch Diva Studios
Namaste Laguna Bag
Namaste Messenger Bag
Saguaro National Park

Tucson Yarn Crawl:
Arizona Knitters Group on Ravelry
Grandma’s Spinning Wheel
Kiwi Knitting Company
Erica’s Sock Along:

Ladders: Pull first stitch and/or second stitch on the needle tightly to prevent ladders
Gusseted Heel: Maia’s Tutorial, Baudelaire
For those who prefer a more by the number approach on the short row heel: Example: My foot is 9”, knit until foot is 6.5, short row heel over 30 sts, leave 10 in center unwrapped (slightly narrower heel) heel measures 2” total length 8.5”, width 3 ¾” Approx (knit 70-75% of desired length and begin heel)

Cast off: Important to make it stretchy

Happy Socks

Method 1: M1 in between sts using backwards loop cast on as in my happy socks pattern (backwards loop cast on video)
(use the backward loop M1 for this section, bind off in usual method ie. pass one loop over the next method except adding stitches as BO is completed): *K1,M1, pass first stitch over M1 stitch, K1, passM1 stitch over K1, M1, pass K1 stitch over M1* Repeat instructions between the asterisks to end

Method 2: The sewn bind off, ala Elizabeth Zimmerman
Break off a length of yarn around 3 times as long as the knitting and thread it onto a yarn needle.
*Insert the needle into the first 2 stitches on the knitting needle as if to purl and pull yarn through. Insert the needle again into the first stitch on the needle as if to knit, pull the yarn through and slip off that stitch.*
Repeat the instructions between the asterisks to end.

 

 Episode 11: Flats and Heels [46:19m]: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (3404)

Opening song: Jify Trip
“Wool” (mp3)
from “Jify Trip”
(Yawn Records)

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Closing Song: Honeycut
“Shadows” (mp3)
from “The Day I Turned To Glass”
(Quannum Projects)

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On the needles:

Rushing Rivulet (Riverbed Architecture Sock) Ravelry Link
Hemlock Ring Blanket (the chart that Jared links to has a mistake in row 35, leave off the last
yo, k1, yo)
Hemlock Ring KAL extended charts and help
Ripped Jim’s “Italy” sweater
Getting new travel socks on the needles…pattern TBD, koigu?

Announcements:

Ravelry Fundraiser started by Julie
Charity Knitting: Chemo Caps by Kimberly contest deadline is April 21 but you can still donate
Small Knitting (sock) Bags: by Wendy will customize

Shoes for knitted socks:

According to a recent LA Times article, jellies are back!
Skechers Surfer Girl seen at DSW

Other clear shoes:

Melissa Star (ebay Melissa Star Sneakers)
Clear Clogs
Clear Converse (youth) at Journey’s
ebay: Nike and Converse
Birkenstock
Erica’s Sock Along:

Forgot: Divide a 100g skein into two 50g balls prior to starting using a kitchen scale
Benefits to toe ups: no picking up sts and can work to the end of yarn
Short Row Heel: No gusset, no picking up sts, fits some people better, easy to produce without a pattern

You now have X amount of sts on your needles (for magic loop ½ on each needle, for dpns may be spread out ¼ over each needle) Using the toe as a reference, choose which ½ of the sts are the sole and which are the top of the foot. You may wish to place the top sts on a holder especially if you are using dpns. You will work the heel on the sole sts which are the X sts you started with divided by 2 = Y

Multiply Y sts by .4 = Z The number of sts you want to leave unwrapped in the center is Z. If Z is even (example 32*.4=12.8) round to the nearest even number (in the example, 12). If Z is odd (example 38*.4=15.2) round to nearest odd number (in the example,15). This will ensure that you end up on a RS row when you leave that number of sts in the middle.

To begin heel

Tip: If you are worried you won’t be able to see the wrap, put a safety pin on it right after you do it. You can also use this safety pin later when concealing the wraps to easily pull the stitch up and over its stitch. (Read in Cat Bordhi’s New Pathways for Sock Knitters book).

RS row: k to last st, wrap and turn.

WS row: p to last st wrap and turn.

RS row: k to st before last wrapped st, wrap and turn.

WS row: p to st before last wrapped st, wrap and turn

Repeat previous two rows until Z sts remain in the middle unwrapped. You should be ready to start a RS row. You will now work any wraps as you come to them together with their stitch. (I like to use the Cat Bordhi method of concealing wraps Part 1 (knit sts) Part 2 (purl sts))

On RS row, use the right needle to go under the wrap (or wraps) and lift it up and to the left of its stitch. Work the sts together through the back legs (from right to left)

On WS row, use the right needle to lift the wrap (or wraps) from the KNIT side and lift them up over and to the left of its stitches. Work the sts together as a p2t or p3t.

RS row: k to first wrapped st, k the wrapped st (work the wrap together with its st), wrap and turn (if using safety pins, adjust pin to include both wraps)

WS row: p to first wrapped st, p the wrapped st (work the wrap together with its st), wrap and turn

RS row: Slip 1, k to first double wrapped st, k the double wrapped st (work the wraps together with its st), wrap and turn

WS row: Slip 1, p to first double wrapped st, p the double wrapped st (work the wraps together with its st), wrap and turn

Repeat previous two rows until one double wrapped st remains at each end of work.

RS row: Slip 1, k to double wrapped st, k the double wrapped st and continue working in the round with all sock sts.

When you get back to the first stitch of the heel, you’ll need to pick up the wraps on the first stitch. You may also wish to pick up a stitch in between the front and the heel and work it together with the first stitch to help close the gap.

I just want to let you know that due to increased bandwidth (YAY…that means more downloads ) I had to change to a paid hosting solution.  Please be patient while the new DNS populates (I have a new domain name to host the files that was included for free).  In the meantime, you should be able to use the player on the page and the direct download link…hopefully through itunes again sometime tomorrow.  Everything is back to normal!

 

 Episode 10: Sock it to me [30:47m]: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (2936)

Opening Song:
Witch
“Gone” (mp3)
from “Paralyzed”
(Tee Pee Records)

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Closing Song:
Empty Rooms
“Off With His Head” (mp3)
from “Lacuna”
(Empty Rooms)

More On This Album

Maryland Sheep and Wool Festival
Diva Knitting Podcast Group on Raverly
Maryland Sheep and Wool Group on Ravelry
Webs
Elsebeth Lavold Classic AL 002
Dollar and a Half Cardigan, Ravelry Link
Tahki Yarns Bunny Paint 74
Hemlock Ring Blanket, Ravelry Link
Kent State University
Valley Yarns Berkshire Bulky in Navy and Gold
Project Sanity

Donna (aka Bogey) had a great suggestion for future shows!

Erica’s Sock Along
Figure 8 Cast On
Magic Cast On (print version)
Magic Cast On Video (slip stitch)
Magic Cast On Video(Cat Bordhi, no slip stitch, my preferred)
Increases
Make 1 Back (left leaning increase)
Make 1 Front (right leaning increase)
LRinc (La-Rink, right increasing) LLinc (La-Link, left leaning)Cat Bordhi Video
Lifeline
Continue increases and try on to find desired width. Work until 2″ short of desired length or just try on and stop when your sock meets the beginning of your ankle bone, right about the end of your arch.

 

 Episode 9: Knittinghelp.com [45:23m]: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (2268)

I just finished “playing” around for HOURS…applying filters and experimenting with ways to make the skype interview/chat portions of the podcast sound better. I think I have improved episode 9 immensely. If you haven’t listened to it yet, you may want to download it again so you have the improved version. Thanks again with your patience as I figure out how to be a good producer. Maybe I can get a job in radio after this :P

Podsafe Music Network
Opening Song: Fountain of Youth by Latchkey Kid
Closing Song: Time Will Take Away by Latchkey Kid
Diva Knitting Ravelry Group
Amigurumi Frog
Amigurumi Penguin
Pictures of Amigurumi on my blog
Erica
Project Sanity
Webs
Kent, Ohio
Kent State University
Dollar and a Half Cardigan: Ravelry Link
Interweave Knits
Great American Afghan
Hemlock Ring Afghan: Ravelry Link

Today’s Guests: Amy and Sheldon of knittinghelp.com
Silver’s Celtic Socks
Trellis
Andean Treasure
Sahara
Elizabeth Zimmerman Knitting Workshop Series
Amy’s Personal Page
Sheldon
Original Knitting Help on archive.org
You Tube
Amy’s CD
Knitting Help Store
Amy on Knitty Gritty
Marnie McClean
Garter Pocket Pattern
Save Knitty Gritty Petition
Air Book

 

 Episode 8: Are you knotty? [70:53m]: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (2220)

Today’s Guest: Laura Martos of the JenLa Blog
Misti Alpaca
ArtYarns
Sisterhood of the Traveling Stash
Danger Will Robinson (for you youngsters out there)
Secret Pal
DyeORama
Icarus Shawl
Kona Blank Yarn
Dizzy Blonde Yarn and Designs
Trixie
Serenity Baby Blanket
Knitty
Fibercrack (Ondas)
Washburne
Firefly
Fibercrack’d
Muppet Ass Mat
Hug for Snickers
Gina Life in LaLaLumay Land
Project Sanity

Out Takes:

Shifting Channels (podcast by Nicole of Stash and Burn and Jenny’s husband Harold)
Buffy
Angel
Dollhouse (Joss Whedon)
Tru Calling
Lost
Y Knit Podcast

 

 Episode7--Jersey Yarn Crawl [44:31m]: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (2127)

Back home update

On the Needles:

Rushing Rivulet Riverbed Architecture Socks from New Pathways for Sock Knitters Book One
Interlacements Tiny Toes Color 203, Submarine
Cat Bordhi Increases video
Cardigan Design, Rowan Tapestry 174
Skype
Jersey yarn crawl with Erica (KeKe228 on Ravelry)
Baby Blanket
Close Knit
Colinette Jitterbug
Koigu
Claudia Handpainted
Tilli Tomas
Artyarns
Sticks and Stitches–Montclair, NJ–On Ravelry
Modern Yarns Montlcair, NJ
Blue Sky Alpaca
Malabrigo
Habu Textiles

Pound of Love
JenLa Blog Never Ending Baby Blanket? I googled and they are MANY a blogger that has one of these
Baby Booties
Baby Socks

Shoprite
Peapod

Erica’s first sock knit along–Toe Up Magic Loop Sock–Coming Soon!

Clorox Wipes
Lime and Violet–Knitting Rockstar!

 

 Episode 6--On the Town with Kristin [59:31m]: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (2187)

Podsafe Music Network
Opening–Egyptian Nightmare, Dreamline
Closing–One for Big Bill, 3rd Man

Interlacements Tiny Toes
Rowan Tapestry
Jessica Knits
Fiber Trends Clogs
Skype

My Guest today is Kristin from cometosilver.com

KBelle on Ravelry
On Kristin’s Needles:

Entrelac Socks by Eunny Jang, Ravelry link here

We Call them Pirates by Adrian Bizilia Ravelry link here modified by Kristin for socks

Honey Bee Stole by Anne Hanson Ravelry link here

Felted Rose Trellis Bag by Nicky Epstein Ravelry link here

Babe Spinning Wheel

Ashford Traditional Wheel

Calorimetry by Kathryn Schoendorf Ravelry link here

Handspun Pink Cashmere

On the Town Knitting Bag

Kristin’s Etsy Store

Knitting Help

Kristin is “Silver” on KH and I am “kemp” on KH

Ambigram

Angels and Demons (ambigram cover) by Dan Brown

Kristin’s Ambigram Tattoo

Tattooed Knitters and Crocheters group on Ravelry

Silver’s Basic Sock Class

Two Toe Ups On Magic Loop

One Toe Up on Two Circular Needle

How to Correct Mistakes Video at Knitting Help

Great American Aran Afghan

Cable fix (while you are still knitting)

How to fix a cable after you have already cast off

YKnit

Belle of the Ball

 

 Episode 5--Ritual Humiliation [39:24m]: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (1901)

Podsafe Music Network

Uncle Seth—To Be an Angel

Uncle Seth—You Don’t Need an iPod

Cast On–Brenda Dayne

Baudelaire

Fiber Trends Clogs

Lambs Pride Worsted

Rio De La Plata color SP10—washed and they felted!!!

House of Tricks

Belle of the Ball Podcast–Sherrill

Stitch It Podcast–Meghan

Knit Sibs Podcast—Valerie, Gloria and Julianne

Zknits Podcast

Sedona

Vortexes

Red Rock Knit Shop

Spring Garden Shawl—Knitters Magazine Spring 2007 (Ravelry: Spring Garden Shawl)

Jerome

Knit 1 Bead 2

Yarn Harlot

Kauni Cardigan

Erica Raspberry–Skull Vest

Stash and Burn

Tilted Duster

Koigu

Jojoland Melody

Monkey Socks—Erica’s Monkey Socks on Ravelry

Purse Stitch (just google…lots of examples)

Sissi

Fabulous Yarn

Artyarns Ensemble

Close Knit Yarns Ho-Ho-Kus New Jersery—Sale March 1-15 up to 40% off!

Arizona Knitting and Needlepoint Scottsdale Arizona–Sale—cash only, March 9, 10-5

 

 Diva Knitting Podcast Episode 4 [73:32m]: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (1985)

Podsafe Music Network–Another Blue Moon—Another Dying Breed

Project Sanity

Fiber Trends Clogs

Rio De La Plata color SP10

Michael’s

Erica Ravelry—KeKe228

Becca Baby Blanket

Knitting Help

Lifeline

Great American Aran Afghan

Webs

Lambs Pride Worsted

Fixing Mistakes

KellyK on Ravelry

Lucy from Julie H

Millennium Day Spa

Sedona

Jerome

Knit 1 Bead 2

Red Rock Knit Shop (out of business? Website down)

House of Tricks

Recipe (Sorry no Mastercook out west!)

4 poblano (pasilla) chilies, slice off tops and reserve, clean out seeds

3 cloves garlic

3/4 medium red onion

2 ears corn

8 oz queso fresco

shredded Mexican blend cheese

tomato cheese soup (grocery store fresh made) or roasted red pepper coulis or tapenade homemade

Roast two ears corn until tender in 350 degree oven. Shave kernels from ear. Set aside.

Place poblano chilies in boiling water for 3 minutes, drain and set aside.

In a skillet, saute red onion, garlic and chopped reserved tops of poblano until tender. Mix with queso fresco and some of the tomato/roasted red pepper mix. Stuff poblanos. Place in roasting pan. Top with the rest of tomato/pepper mix and bake at 375 about 20 minutes. Add shredded cheese to top and bake additional 10 minutes or until cheese is melted. Serve with sour cream and guacamole on the side if desired.

Wild Oats

Whole Foods

AJs

Links Contest Winner: Meghan of Stitch It Podcast

La

Silver

Jenifleur

Charity knitter on Ravelry–Kimberly Future guest not mentioned: Belle of the Ball

Podsafe Music Network—Testify–2012

Linking my promo in the Episode 3 shownotes was confusing iTunes.  Here is the link to the promo if you need it.

 

 Diva Knitting Promo [0:41m]: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (3065)