tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11099901569972837932023-11-15T15:34:52.343+00:00KnitrundigSamhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13424271730752696641noreply@blogger.comBlogger29125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1109990156997283793.post-15330605622644629912013-10-27T21:52:00.000+00:002013-10-27T21:52:43.767+00:00A new home for the knitrundig video podcastAs you may know, I am no longer able to use blip to upload my podcast. I have decided to go back to WordPress and publish the podcast there. Hopefully the iTunes feed will work; please let me know if there are any problems :)<br />
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The new site is knitrundig.com. See you there!Samhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13424271730752696641noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1109990156997283793.post-5368860442017903152013-08-26T14:07:00.001+01:002013-08-26T14:26:58.032+01:00Episode 36 New Location<div style="text-align: center;">
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<b>Show notes</b><br />
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<a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/knitrundig-podcast/2644205/1-25#5" target="_blank">Use up your club kits KAL </a><br />
<a href="http://www.shop.intothewhirled.com/" target="_blank">Into the Whirled</a> Polwarth/Silk in Children of Time<br />
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<b>Works in Progress</b><br />
<a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/skyp-rib-socks" target="_blank">Skyp Rib</a> Socks by Adrienne Ku using Regia Monaco Colour on Knit Pro Karbonz 2.5mm/US 1.5 dpns <br />
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<a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/nasturtium-socks" target="_blank">Nasturtium Socks</a> by Kirsten Kapur using <a href="http://www.theknittinggoddess.co.uk/ourshop/cat_431141-4ply-merino-and-nylon-sock-yarn.html" target="_blank">The Knitting Goddess Merino Nylon Sock</a> in Flip Flop on 2.5 mm/US 1.5 needles<br />
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<a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/die-eerste" target="_blank">Die Eerste by Mel-Tran Designs</a> using handspun Oatmeal BFL by <a href="https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/JunoFibreArts#" target="_blank">Juno Fibre Arts</a> in Sunshimmer on 4mm/US 6 needles<br />
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My own pattern socks using Regia Snowflake Color on 2.5mm /US 1.5 needles<br />
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<b>Finished Objects</b><br />
<a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/sock-recipe-a-good-plain-sock" target="_blank">A Good Plain Sock by Stephanie Pearl-McPhee </a>using Regia World Circus in Acrobat on 2.25mm/US 1 needles<br />
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<a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/stripe-study-shawl" target="_blank">Stripe Study by Veera Valimaki</a> using <a href="http://easyknits.co.uk/">Easyknits.co.uk</a> Twinkle Sock in Frozen Lake and <a href="http://www.renaissancedyeing.com/en/" target="_blank">Renaissance Dyeing</a> Bluefaced Leicester Sock in Ciel using 4mm/ US 6 needles<br />
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<b>Spinning</b><br />
<a href="https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/hilltopcloud" target="_blank">HilltopCloud</a> Jacob/Silk Fibre<br />
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<b>Archaeology</b><br />
I, Claudius and Claudius the God by Robert Graves<b> </b> Samhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13424271730752696641noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1109990156997283793.post-1477244914828844152013-08-14T15:51:00.002+01:002013-08-14T15:53:45.011+01:00Episode 35 Stripeaholic<div style="text-align: center;">
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<b>Works in Progress</b><br />
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<a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/sock-recipe-a-good-plain-sock" target="_blank">A Good Plain Sock by Stephanie Pearl-McPhee </a>using Regia World Circus in Acrobat on 2.25mm/US 1 needles<br />
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<a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/stripe-study-shawl" target="_blank">Stripe Study by Veera Valimaki</a> using <a href="http://easyknits.co.uk/">Easyknits.co.uk</a> Twinkle Sock in Frozen Lake and <a href="http://www.renaissancedyeing.com/en/" target="_blank">Renaissance Dyeing</a> Bluefaced Leicester Sock in Ciel using 4mm/ US 6 needles<br />
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<a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/skyp-rib-socks" target="_blank">Skyp Rib</a> Socks by Adrienne Ku using Regia Monaco Colour on Knit Pro Karbonz 2.5mm/US 1.5 dpns <br />
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<a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/nasturtium-socks" target="_blank">Nasturtium Socks</a> by Kirsten Kapur using <a href="http://www.theknittinggoddess.co.uk/ourshop/cat_431141-4ply-merino-and-nylon-sock-yarn.html" target="_blank">The Knitting Goddess Merino Nylon Sock</a> in Flip Flop<br />
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<b>Finished Objects</b><br />
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<a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/vrille" target="_blank">Vrille</a> by Laura Jenkins using using <a href="http://barkingdogyarns.danemcoweb.com/shop/category/opposites-attract-2/?page=1" target="_blank">Barking Dog Yarns Opposites Attract</a> in Arthur and Guinevere<br />
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<b>Spinning</b><br />
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<a href="https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/hilltopcloud" target="_blank">HilltopCloud</a> Jacob/Silk Fibre<br />
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<b>Shiny New Things</b><br />
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Regia Monaco Color in 01841 and North Ronaldsay Light Aran yarn from <a href="http://www.borntoknit.co.uk/" target="_blank">Born to Knit<b> </b></a><br />
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<a href="http://www.knittersnightmare.com/" target="_blank">Knitters Nightmare</a> Boogieman Sock in Q<br />
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<a href="https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/TwistedLimoneDesigns" target="_blank">Twisted Limone</a> Tangy Sock in Flower Garden <br />
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<a href="http://www.fyberspates.co.uk/" target="_blank">Fyberspates</a> Merino, Silk, Stellina Fibre in Blues<br />
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<a href="https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/rosyretro" target="_blank">Rosy Retro</a> Superwash Merino Fibre in Route 66<br />
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<b>Archaeology</b><br />
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<a href="http://www.english-heritage.org.uk/daysout/properties/knowlton-church-and-earthworks/history-and-research/" target="_blank">Knowlton Church and Henge<b> </b></a> <br />
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<br />Samhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13424271730752696641noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1109990156997283793.post-85395990113649602052013-08-03T23:23:00.001+01:002013-08-03T23:23:26.883+01:00Episode 34 Busy not knitting<br />
Show notes to follow<iframe allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="270" src="http://blip.tv/play/AYOUrDcA.html?p=1" width="320"></iframe><embed src="http://a.blip.tv/api.swf#AYOUrDcA" style="display: none;" type="application/x-shockwave-flash"></embed>Samhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13424271730752696641noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1109990156997283793.post-42369345034211032772013-07-25T11:02:00.000+01:002013-07-25T11:02:05.979+01:00Episode 33 1000 Yard Stare<iframe allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="270" src="http://blip.tv/play/AYOUjVsA.html?p=1" width="320"></iframe><embed src="http://a.blip.tv/api.swf#AYOUjVsA" style="display: none;" type="application/x-shockwave-flash"></embed>
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<b>Works in Progress</b><br />
Vanilla Socks using Regia World Service in Acrobat on 2.25mm/US 1 needles<br />
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<a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/stripe-study-shawl" target="_blank">Stripe Study by Veera Valimaki</a> using <a href="http://easyknits.co.uk/">Easyknits.co.uk</a> Twinkle Sock in Frozen Lake and <a href="http://www.renaissancedyeing.com/en/" target="_blank">Renaissance Dyeing</a> Bluefaced Leicester Sock in Ciel using 4mm/ US 6 needles<br />
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<b>Finished Objects</b><br />
<a href="http://www.ravelry.com/projects/stealthDragon/crosswords-at-the-coffee-shop-2" target="_blank">Crosswords at the Coffee Shop by Karrie Steinmetz</a> in Debbie Bliss Luxury Donegal Tweed Aran on 5.5mm/ US 8 needles<br />
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<b>Shiny New Things</b><br />
<a href="http://www.theknittinggoddess.co.uk/" target="_blank">The Knitting Goddess</a> Merino Nylon Sock in Strawberry Moon, The Lady Herself and Widdle Poons<b> </b><br />
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<a href="http://www.knittersnightmare.com/" target="_blank">Knitters Nightmare</a> Batty Sock in Cerberus<br />
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<a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/SpartickesDyes" target="_blank">Spartickes Dyes</a> Winnie the Pooh club yarn in Piglet, plus notions pouch and project bag<br />
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<a href="https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/lemonadeshop?ref=pr_faveshops" target="_blank">The Lemonade Shop</a> Star Trek: The Next Generation stitch markers<br />
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<a href="https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/TheKnottedBag" target="_blank">The Knotted Bag</a> penguin project bag<br />
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<b>Running</b><br />
Nike + GPS watch <br />
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<b>Digging</b><br />
The <b>Carnac</b> alignments<b> </b><br />
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<b>Shop News</b><br />
15% discount off everything in the <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/knitrundig" target="_blank">shop<b> </b></a>using coupon code THUNDER15 - valid until August 6 2013<br />
<br />Samhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13424271730752696641noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1109990156997283793.post-20114753984094154522013-04-12T22:58:00.004+01:002013-04-12T22:59:41.329+01:00Episode 32 Ramble, Ramble<br />
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<b>Works in Progress</b><br />
<b> </b>Vanilla Socks using Regia World Circus in Acrobat on 2.25mm/US 1 needle<b> </b><br />
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Baby Socks using Lana Grossa Soya Meilenweit on 2.5mm/US 1.5 needle<br />
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<a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/crosswords-at-the-coffee-shop" target="_blank">Crosswords at the Cofffee Shop</a> by Karrie Steinmetz using Debbie Bliss Luxury Donegal Aran on 5mm/US 8 needles<br />
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<b>Finished Objects</b> <br />
<a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/in-the-land-of-oz" target="_blank">In the Land of Oz</a> by Adrienne Fong using <a href="http://www.poshyarn.co.uk/" target="_blank">Posh Yarn</a> Elinor Sock in Niminy Piminy on 4.5mm/US 7 needles<br />
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Baby Socks using Knitterly Things Vesper Sock in Great Googlie Mooglie on 2.5mm/US 1.5 needle<br />
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<b>Spinning</b><br />
Finished yarn - <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/junofibrearts" target="_blank">Juno Fibre Arts</a> Oatmeal BFL in Sunshimmer<br />
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On the wheel - <a href="http://www.fyberspates.co.uk/" target="_blank">Fyberspates</a> Sparkle Fibre<b> </b><br />
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<b>Archaeology</b><br />
<a href="http://www.wealddown.co.uk/Historic-Rural-Life/Historic-Clothing-Project" target="_blank">Weald and Downland Open Air Museum Cutting the Cloth project</a><b> </b> <br />
<br />Samhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13424271730752696641noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1109990156997283793.post-33563749542128967562013-04-05T22:48:00.000+01:002013-04-05T22:49:42.196+01:00Episode 31 Flurry of F.O.s<iframe allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="270" src="http://blip.tv/play/AYOQ2HcA.html?p=1" width="320"></iframe><embed src="http://a.blip.tv/api.swf#AYOQ2HcA" style="display: none;" type="application/x-shockwave-flash"></embed>
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<b>Works in Progress</b><br />
<a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/rikke-hat" target="_blank">Rikke Hat</a> by Sarah Young, using Madeline Tosh Tosh Merino DK in Black Velvet on 3.5mm/US 4 needles<br />
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<a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/in-the-land-of-oz" target="_blank">In the Land of Oz</a> by Adrienne Fong using <a href="http://www.poshyarn.co.uk/" target="_blank">Posh Yarn</a> Elinor Sock in Niminy Piminy on 4.5mm/US 7 needles<br />
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Vanilla Socks using Regia World Circus in Acrobat on 2.25mm/US 1 needles<br />
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<a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/something-silver" target="_blank">Something Silver</a> by Veera Valimaki using Wendy Jubilee DK in colour 2916 on 4.5mm/US 7 needles<br />
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<b>Finished Objects</b><br />
<a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/eliza-day-tam" target="_blank">Eliza Day Tam</a> by Patricia Martin using Noro Silk Garden Sock in S6, <a href="http://www.theknittinggoddess.co.uk/" target="_blank">The Knitting Goddess</a> Merino Nylon Sock in Black on US 3 - 3.25 mm and US 1½ - 2.5 mm needles<br />
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<a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/goth-cowl" target="_blank">Goth Cowl</a> by Sadie Bellegarde using Noro Kochoran in S13 on 6.5mm/US 10 needles<br />
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<a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/vanilla-bean-striped-socks" target="_blank">Vanilla Bean Striped Socks </a>by Emily Locke using <a href="http://www.selfstriping.com/" target="_blank">String Theory Colorworks</a> Photon Self Striping in Large Hadron Collider on 2.5mm/US 1.5 needles<br />
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<a href="http://www.ravelry.com/projects/stealthDragon/slant" target="_blank">Slant</a> socks by Hunter Hammersen using <a href="http://www.poshyarn.co.uk/" target="_blank">Posh Yarn</a> Esme in What's the Scoop on 2.5mm/US 1.5 needles<br />
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<a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/moody-kerchief" target="_blank">Moody Kerchief</a> by Kirsten Kapur using Madeline Tosh Tosh Merino DK in Black Velvet and Venetian on 6mm/US 10 needles<br />
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<b>Spinning</b><br />
Finished - <a href="http://kimberbaldwindesigns.com/" target="_blank">Fiber Optic</a> Rouge-Violet-Cerulean gradient in Merino Silk<b> </b><br />
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On the wheel - <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/junofibrearts" target="_blank">Juno Fibre Arts</a> Oatmeal BFL in Sunshimmer<br />
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<b>Shiny New Things</b><br />
<a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/TwistedLimoneDesigns" target="_blank">Twisted Limone </a>Tangy Sock in Cosmopolitan<b> </b><br />
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<a href="http://www.knitterlythings.com/" target="_blank">Knitterly Things</a> Vesper Sock in Smoke on the Water<br />
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<a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/rosyretro" target="_blank">Rosy Retro</a> Superwash BFL fibre in Banana Moon<br />
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<b>Digging</b><br />
<a href="http://www.britishmuseum.org/whats_on/exhibitions/ice_age_art.aspx" target="_blank">British Museum Ice Age Art exhibition<b> </b></a><br />
<br />Samhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13424271730752696641noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1109990156997283793.post-80880702809307712802013-01-16T21:24:00.001+00:002013-01-16T21:25:09.546+00:00Episode 30 Furry Menace(s)<iframe src="http://blip.tv/play/AYONgRoA.html?p=1" width="320" height="270" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe><embed type="application/x-shockwave-flash" src="http://a.blip.tv/api.swf#AYONgRoA" style="display:none"></embed><br />
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Show Notes<br />
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<b>KALs</b><br />
<a href="http://www.blogger.com/"><span id="goog_558166412"></span>Current </a><a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/knitrundig-podcast/2344446/1-25" target="_blank">KAL</a> extended to end January 31 2013 - <a href="http://knitty.com/ISSUEfall04/PATTclapotis.html" target="_blank">Clapotis by Kate Gilbert</a><a href="http://www.blogger.com/"><br /><span id="goog_558166413"></span></a><br />
<a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/knitrundig-podcast/2413869/1-25" target="_blank">Off to a good start</a> - ends 31 January<br />
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<a href="http://www.blogger.com/"><span id="goog_558166422"></span>Yarnivore<span id="goog_558166423"></span></a> Snuggles KAL<br />
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<b>Works in Progress</b><br />
<a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/slant" target="_blank">Slant</a> by Hunter Hammersen using <a href="http://www.poshyarn.co.uk/" target="_blank">Posh Yarn</a> Esme in What's the Scoop? on 2.5mm/US 1.5 needles<br />
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<a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/scylla" target="_blank">Scylla</a> by Fiona Lucas using 2.5mm/US 1.5 needles and <a href="http://www.theknittinggoddess.co.uk/ourshop/" target="_blank">The Knitting Goddess</a> Merino Nylon Sock in Day of the Dead<br />
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<a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/something-silver" target="_blank">Something Silver</a> by Veera Valimaki using Wendy Jubilee DK with wool on 4.5mm/US 7 needles<br />
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<a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/crosswords-at-the-coffee-shop" target="_blank">Croswords at the Coffee Shop</a> by Karrie Steinmetz using Debbie Bliss Luxury Donegal Tweed Aran on 5mm/US 8 needles <br />
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My own design Fibonacci Socks using Austermann Step and Lang Jawoll on 2.5mm/US1.5 needles<br />
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<a href="http://www.ravelry.com/projects/stealthDragon/evenstar-shawl" target="_blank">Evenstar</a> by Susan Pandorf using Knit Picks Gloss Lace in Winter Sky, on 3.25mm/US 3 needles. HiyaHiya Sharps were from <a href="http://tallyarns.co.uk/" target="_blank">Tall Yarns'n'Tales</a><br />
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<b>Finished Objects</b><br />
<a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/magrathea" target="_blank">Magrathea</a> by Martina Behm using 3.25mm/US 3 needles and <a href="http://www.theknittinggoddess.co.uk/ourshop/" target="_blank">The Knitting Goddess</a> Merino Nylon Sock in Sapphire<br />
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<b>Spinning</b><br />
Exmoor Fibre from <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/LaalBear?section_id=10750067" target="_blank">LaalBear<b> </b></a><br />
Rouge-violet-cerulean 80% merino/ 20% silk from <a href="http://www.kimberbaldwindesigns.com/" target="_blank">Fiber Optic Yarns </a><br />
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<b>Shiny New Things</b><br />
<b> </b>Jamieson & Smith 2-ply Jumper Weight yarn in various colours from shetlandwoolbrokers.co.uk<br />
<a href="http://katedaviesdesigns.bigcartel.com/product/colours-of-shetland" target="_blank">Colours of Shetland</a> by Kate Davies<br />
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<b>Digging</b><br />
<a href="http://www.italyguides.it/us/italy/veneto/verona/verona.htm" target="_blank">Verona<b> </b></a><br />
Samhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13424271730752696641noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1109990156997283793.post-91484878483789169722012-12-31T19:39:00.001+00:002013-01-03T09:12:55.447+00:00Episode 29 Season's Greetings (aka Bad Podcaster!)<iframe src="http://blip.tv/play/AYOMjyUA.html?p=1" width="320" height="270" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe><embed type="application/x-shockwave-flash" src="http://a.blip.tv/api.swf#AYOMjyUA" style="display:none"></embed>
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<b>Show Notes</b><br />
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<b>KALs</b><br />
<a href="http://www.blogger.com/"><span id="goog_558166412"></span>Current </a><a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/knitrundig-podcast/2344446/1-25" target="_blank">KAL</a> extended to end January 31 2013 - <a href="http://knitty.com/ISSUEfall04/PATTclapotis.html" target="_blank">Clapotis by Kate Gilbert</a><a href="http://www.blogger.com/"><br /><span id="goog_558166413"></span></a><br />
<a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/knitrundig-podcast/2413869/1-25" target="_blank">Off to a good start</a> - ends 31 January<br />
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<a href="http://www.blogger.com/"><span id="goog_558166422"></span>Yarnivore<span id="goog_558166423"></span></a> Snuggles KAL<br />
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<b>Works in Progress</b><br />
<a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/magrathea" target="_blank">Magrathea</a> by Martina Behm using 3.25mm/US 3 needles and <a href="http://www.theknittinggoddess.co.uk/ourshop/" target="_blank">The Knitting Goddess</a> Merino Nylon Sock in Sapphire<br />
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<a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/slant" target="_blank">Slant</a> by Hunter Hammersen using <a href="http://www.poshyarn.co.uk/" target="_blank">Posh Yarn</a> Esme in What's the Scoop? on 2.5mm/US 1.5 needles<br />
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Brighton Watch Cap - my own design, using Rowan Renew in Digger on 6mm/US 10 needles<br />
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<b>Finished Objects</b><br />
Electric Bees Socks - my pattern, toe-up vanilla socks using 2.5mm/US 1.5 needles and <a href="http://fibernymphdyeworks.bigcartel.com/" target="_blank">Fibernymph Dye Works </a>Squoosh Sock in Bumblebee and <a href="http://www.theknittinggoddess.co.uk/ourshop/" target="_blank">The Knitting Goddess</a> Merino Nylon Sock in Electric Blue <br />
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Cinema socks - my pattern, cuff-down vanilla socks using 2.5mm/US 1.5
needles and Regia Design Line Kaffe Fassett in Exotic Easter<br />
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Brighton Watch Cap<b>,</b> my own design, using Wendy Serenity Super Chunky and 10mm/ US 15 needles<br />
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<b>Shiny New Things</b><br />
<b> </b>Regia Hand Dye- Effect and Blitz Color<br />
SMC Select Highland Alpaca Fino<br />
SMC SelectMerino Fino<br />
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<b>Fitness</b><br />
<a href="http://www.nhs.uk/livewell/Pages/Livewellhub.aspx" target="_blank">Couch to 5K from the NHS<b> </b></a><br />
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<b>Digging</b><br />
<a href="http://sussexpast.co.uk/properties-to-discover/fishbourne-roman-palace" target="_blank">Fishbourne Roman Palace<b> </b></a><br />
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<b>The Random Bit</b><br />
<a href="http://www.thesettlersonline.com/" target="_blank">The Settlers Online<b> </b></a><br />
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<b><br /></b>Samhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13424271730752696641noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1109990156997283793.post-18962313531047478852012-12-11T19:50:00.002+00:002012-12-11T19:55:47.050+00:00Episode 28 Visible from space<br />
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KALs and memorial activities in honour of Karrie Steinmetz/KnitPurlGurl at Friends of <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/groups/friends-of-knitpurlgurl" target="_blank">KnitPurlGurl Ravelry Group</a> <br />
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<b>Works in Progress </b><br />
<a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/magrathea" target="_blank">Magrathea</a> by Martina Behm using 3.25mm/US 3 needles and <a href="http://www.theknittinggoddess.co.uk/ourshop/" target="_blank">The Knitting Goddess</a> Merino Nylon Sock in Sapphire<br />
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Electric Bees Socks - my pattern, toe-up vanilla socks using 2.5mm/US 1.5 needles and <a href="http://fibernymphdyeworks.bigcartel.com/" target="_blank">Fibernymph Dye Works </a>Squoosh Sock in Bumblebee and <a href="http://www.theknittinggoddess.co.uk/ourshop/" target="_blank">The Knitting Goddess</a> Merino Nylon Sock in Electric Blue <br />
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Cinema socks - my pattern, cuff-down vanilla socks using 2.5mm/US 1.5
needles and Regia Design Line Kaffe Fassett in Exotic Easter<br />
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<a href="http://www.shellykang.com/all-about-the-blankie" target="_blank">Sock Yarn Blankie</a> by Shelly Kang using leftovers and mini skeins from <a href="http://www.theknittinggoddess.co.uk/" target="_blank">The Knitting Goddess</a><br />
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<a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/katniss-socks" target="_blank">Katniss Socks </a>by Rose Hiver using <a href="http://www.theknittinggoddess.co.uk/ourshop/" target="_blank">The Knitting Goddess</a> Merino Nylon Sock in Forks<br />
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<b>Finished Objects</b><br />
Current <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/knitrundig-podcast/2344446/1-25" target="_blank">KAL</a> extended to end January 31 2013 - <a href="http://knitty.com/ISSUEfall04/PATTclapotis.html" target="_blank">Clapotis by Kate Gilbert </a>using Noro Kureyon in colour 276 and 5.5mm/ US 9 needles <br />
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Snowflakes -<a href="http://www.lionbrand.com/patterns/craft-wes-snowflake.html" target="_blank"> Red one and blue one </a>from lionbrand.com (you need to sign up to access the pattern but it is free to do so) and cream one from Little Christmas Ornaments to Knit and Crochet by Sue Stratford and Val Pierce<br />
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<b>Spinning</b><br />
Finished <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/playatlifefiberarts" target="_blank">Play at Life Fiber Arts</a> Merino/Tencel in Witches Love Candy<br />
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<b>Shiny New Things</b><br />
Christmas Gnome Bag from <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/Tangerine8?ref=ks_wide" target="_blank">Tangerine Designs</a><b><a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/Tangerine8?ref=ks_wide" target="_blank"> </a></b><br />
Jump 1045 and merino/alpaca/seacell/Shetland fibre from <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/hilltopcloud" target="_blank">Hilltopcloud</a><br />
Timberland Falkland fibre and Glitter Yarn in Preppy from <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/SockBunnyStudios" target="_blank">Sock Bunny Studios</a><br />
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<b>Archaeology</b><br />
<a href="http://www.cornish-mining.org.uk/" target="_blank">Cornish Mining </a><br />
<a href="http://www.worldheritagesite.org/sites/cornwallmining.html" target="_blank">Cornwall and West Devon Mining World Heritage Sites</a><br />
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<b>The Random Bit</b><br />
<a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/knitrundig" target="_blank">knitrundig etsy shop</a><b> </b>Samhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13424271730752696641noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1109990156997283793.post-2273388779137962232012-11-22T16:23:00.000+00:002012-11-22T16:23:27.573+00:00Episode 27 Crazy, who me? Surely not!<br />
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<b>Show notes</b><br />
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<b>Works in progress</b><br />
Current <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/knitrundig-podcast/2344446/1-25" target="_blank">KAL</a> - <a href="http://knitty.com/ISSUEfall04/PATTclapotis.html" target="_blank">Clapotis by Kate Gilbert </a>using Noro Kureyon in colour 276 and 5.5mm/ US 9 needles<br />
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Electric Bees Socks - my pattern, toe-up vanilla socks using 2.5mm/US 1.5 needles and <a href="http://fibernymphdyeworks.bigcartel.com/" target="_blank">Fibernymph Dye Works </a>Squoosh Sock in Bumblebee and <a href="http://www.theknittinggoddess.co.uk/ourshop/" target="_blank">The Knitting Goddess</a> Merino Nylon Sock in Electric Blue <br />
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Cinema socks - my pattern, cuff-down vanilla socks using 2.5mm/US 1.5 needles and Regia Design Line Kaffe Fassett in Exotic Easter<br />
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<b>Finished Objects</b><br />
<a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/henslowe" target="_blank">Henslowe</a> by Beth Kling using 3.5mm/ US 5 needles and <a href="http://www.theknittinggoddess.co.uk/ourshop/" target="_blank">The Knitting Goddess</a> Merino Nylon Sock in Sweet Pea<span id="goog_1777011220"></span><span id="goog_1777011221"></span><br />
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<a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/daphne-18" target="_blank">Daphne Socks</a> by Cookie A using <a href="http://www.averbforkeepingwarm.com/" target="_blank">A Verb for Keeping Warm</a> Metamorphosis in Sugar Jets on 2.5mm/US 1.5 needles<br />
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<b>Spinning</b><br />
<a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/playatlifefiberarts" target="_blank">Play at Life Fiber Arts</a> Merino/Tencel in Witches Love Candy<br />
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<b>Shiny New Things</b><br />
Regia Snowflake Color in 07708 Snowstorm<br />
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<b>Archaeology</b><br />
<a href="http://www.vam.ac.uk/content/articles/t/the-great-bed-of-ware/" target="_blank">The Great Bed of Ware</a><b> </b> <br />
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<b>Crochet</b><br />
Jewelry with a Hook by Terry Taylor, published by Lark Books in 2009<b> </b>Samhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13424271730752696641noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1109990156997283793.post-72888970367779334522012-10-30T19:03:00.003+00:002012-10-30T19:03:38.483+00:00Episode 26 Spinning the blues away<br />
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<b>Show notes</b><br />
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<b>Works in Progress</b><br />
<a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/henslowe" target="_blank">Henslowe</a> by Beth Kling using 3.5mm/ US 5 needles and <a href="http://www.theknittinggoddess.co.uk/ourshop/" target="_blank">The Knitting Goddess</a> Merino Nylon Sock in Sweet Pea<span id="goog_1777011220"></span><span id="goog_1777011221"></span><br />
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Electric Bees Socks - my pattern, toe-up vanilla socks using 2.5mm/US 1.5 needles and <a href="http://fibernymphdyeworks.bigcartel.com/" target="_blank">Fibernymph Dye Works </a>Squoosh Sock in Bumblebee and <a href="http://www.theknittinggoddess.co.uk/ourshop/" target="_blank">The Knitting Goddess</a> Merino Nylon Sock in Electric Blue<br />
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<a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/daphne-18" target="_blank">Daphne Socks</a> by Cookie A using <a href="http://www.averbforkeepingwarm.com/" target="_blank">A Verb for Keeping Warm</a> Metamorphosis in Sugar Jets on 2.5mm/US 1.5 needles<br />
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<b>Finished Objects</b><br />
<a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/thelonious-sock" target="_blank">Thelonious Socks</a> by Cookie A using Wollmeise Twin in Pfefferminze<b> </b> <br />
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<b>Spinning</b><br />
<a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/unwindyarncompany" target="_blank">Unwind Yarn Company<b> </b></a>batt Kaliedoscope 1W and <a href="http://www.theknittinggoddess.co.uk/ourshop/" target="_blank">The Knitting Goddess</a> Merino in Slate<br />
<a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/playatlifefiberarts" target="_blank">Play at Life Fiber Arts</a> Merino/Tencel in Witches Love Candy<br />
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<b>Shiny New Things</b><br />
Fyberspates Sparkle Fibre (Merino, Silk, Stellina)<br />
The Knitting Goddess Merino Nylon Sock in Turquoise Colour Pop<br />
Mirasol Tuhu in shade 2003 - both from <a href="http://thewoolbar.com/" target="_blank">The Wool Bar</a> in WorthingSamhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13424271730752696641noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1109990156997283793.post-76242619624349505472012-10-22T23:06:00.002+01:002012-10-22T23:07:40.638+01:00Episode 25 42!<br />
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Show notes to followSamhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13424271730752696641noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1109990156997283793.post-26337343547253355352012-10-10T21:15:00.002+01:002012-10-10T21:15:16.605+01:00Episode 24 Podiversary<iframe src="http://blip.tv/play/AYOGng8A.html?p=1" width="320" height="270" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe><embed type="application/x-shockwave-flash" src="http://a.blip.tv/api.swf#AYOGng8A" style="display:none"></embed>
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<i><b>Show Notes</b></i><br />
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<b>Works in Progress</b><br />
<a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/henslowe" target="_blank">Henslowe</a> by Beth Kling using 3.5mm/ US 5 needles and <a href="http://www.theknittinggoddess.co.uk/ourshop/" target="_blank">The Knitting Goddess</a> Merino Nylon Sock in Sweet Pea<span id="goog_1777011220"></span><span id="goog_1777011221"></span><br />
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Electric Bees Socks - my pattern, toe-up vanilla socks using 2.5mm/US 1.5 needles and <a href="http://fibernymphdyeworks.bigcartel.com/" target="_blank">Fibernymph Dye Works </a>Squoosh Sock in Bumblebee<br />
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<b>Finished Objects</b><br />
<a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/hexagons" target="_blank">Hexagons</a> by Kristen Hall using Opal, Regia and Fibernymph Dye Works leftovers on 2.75mm Kollage dpns<b> </b><br />
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Menacing Stripes Socks - my pattern, toe-up vanilla socks using the heel from the<a href="http://www.knitty.com/ISSUEss12/PATTcrystal.php" target="_blank"> Crystal Socklet</a> pattern by Lynn DT Herschberger using 2.5mm/US 1.5 needles and <a href="http://www.theknittinggoddess.co.uk/ourshop/" target="_blank">The Knitting Goddess</a> Self-Striping Merino Nylon Sock in Menace<br />
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<b>Spinning</b><br />
Finished yarn - <a href="http://www.colinette.com/categories/rovings/" target="_blank">Colinette</a> roving in Cherries<b> </b><br />
On the wheel - <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/unwindyarncompany" target="_blank">Unwind Yarn Company</a> batt in Kaliedoscope 1W<br />
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<b>Shiny New Things</b><br />
Zwerger Garn Opal Vincent van Gogh in Starry Night - I got mine from modernknitting.co.uk<br />
<a href="http://www.artfire.com/ext/shop/studio/Turtlepurl" target="_blank">Turtlepurl Yarns</a> Striped Turtle Toes in At the lake<br />
<a href="http://www.poshyarn.co.uk/" target="_blank">Posh Yarn</a> Elinor Aran in No Excuses<br />
HilltopCloud washed Manx Loaghtan fleece and Grey Jacob top<br />
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<b>Knit Along/Crochet Along</b><br />
Halloween theme - <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/knitrundig-podcast/2310121/1-25#9" target="_blank">link to group page</a><br />
Pinktober - The Knitting Den and Knit Nerd podcasts - links in sidebar on the right<br />
Sassy Pants Knitter - spk Ravelry group has details, podcast link in sidebar on the right<br />
Sockbunny Knit and Fit - podcst link in sidebar on the right<br />
<br />Year-long Knit from Stash - <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/knitrundig-podcast/topics/2321341" target="_blank">my group page</a>Samhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13424271730752696641noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1109990156997283793.post-26300619529150931312012-09-27T19:28:00.004+01:002012-09-27T19:28:38.100+01:00Episode 23 Thank you for your patience<iframe allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen" frameborder="0" height="270" src="http://blip.tv/play/AYOFggkA.html?p=1" width="320">showSjow\Show</iframe><embed src="http://a.blip.tv/api.swf#AYOFggkA" style="display: none;" type="application/x-shockwave-flash"></embed>
Samhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13424271730752696641noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1109990156997283793.post-89590316414497591782012-07-13T22:27:00.003+01:002012-07-13T22:28:14.681+01:00Episode 22 Fun, laughter and friendship<br />
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<b>Works in Progress</b><br />
<a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/chevron-lace-fingerless-mitts" target="_blank">Chevron Lace Fingerless Mitts</a> by Lynne A Evans using <a href="http://www.theknittinggoddess.co.uk/" target="_blank">The Knitting Goddess</a> Merino Nylon Sock in Bramble<br />
<a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/whirlpool-socks" target="_blank">Whirlpool Socks</a> by Laura Nelkin using Blue Ridge Yarns Jubilee in Evening Jewel, beads from The Knitting Goddess<br />
Menace Socks using <a href="http://www.theknittinggoddess.co.uk/" target="_blank">The Knitting Goddess</a> Self-Striping Merino Nylon Sock in Menace<br />
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<b>Finished Objects</b><br />
<a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/ttl-mystery-shawl-2012" target="_blank">Through The Loops Mystery Shawl</a> by Kirsten Kapur using Malabrigo Yarn Lace in Butter<br />
<a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/hitchhiker" target="_blank">Hitchhiker</a> by Martina Behm using<a href="http://www.laughingyaffle.com/" target="_blank"> Laughing Yaffle</a> Fledgling Sock in Viola<br />
<a href="http://www.knitty.com/ISSUEss12/PATTcrystal.php" target="_blank">Crystal</a> Heel Socks using <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/lollipopyarn" target="_blank">Lollipop Yarns</a> in Oh My Huckleberry<br />
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<b>Spinning</b><br />
<a href="http://www.junofibrearts.etsy.com/" target="_blank">Juno Fibre Arts</a> Shetland/Tussah Silk<b> </b> <br />
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<b>Shiny New Things</b><br />
<a href="http://temptedyarns.com/shop/" target="_blank">Tempted</a> Superwash Merino Roving in Roxanne and Farenheit<br />
<a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/galesart" target="_blank">Gale's Art</a> MCN in SSK<br />
Malabrigo Finito in Lavanda<br />
Ella Rae Lace Merino in colour #10 <br />
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<b>Digging</b><br />
<a href="http://www.strawberryhillhouse.org.uk/" target="_blank">Strawberry Hill House<b> </b></a><br />
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<br />Samhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13424271730752696641noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1109990156997283793.post-493299150345644432012-06-15T17:53:00.004+01:002012-06-15T17:54:34.830+01:00Episode 21 Thank You So Much<br />
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<b>Works in Progress</b><br />
<a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/hitchhiker" target="_blank">Hitchhiker</a> by Martina Behm using <a href="http://www.laughingyaffle.com/" target="_blank">Laughing Yaffle</a> Fledgling Sock in Viola<br />
<a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/stalagmite" target="_blank">Stalagmite Socks</a> by Cookie A using Cherry Tree Hill Supersock Select in Teal Green<br />
<a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/ttl-mystery-shawl-2012" target="_blank">Through The Loops Mystery KAL</a> by Kirsten Kapur using Malabrigo Lace in Butter<br />
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<b>Finished Objects</b><br />
<a href="http://www.ravelry.com/projects/stealthDragon/stained-glass-window-socks" target="_blank">Stained Glass Window Socks</a> by Karen Wessel using <a href="http://easyknits.co.uk/">Easyknits.co.uk</a> Sushi Sock Roll in Dusk and Regia Extra Twist Merino in Black<br />
<a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/all-washed-up" target="_blank">All Washed Up</a> by Jill Arnusch using Scheoller + Stahl Record 210 Color<b> </b>206<br />
<a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/lizard-ridge-dishcloth" target="_blank">Lizard Ridge Dishcloth</a> by Laura Aylor using Lily Sugar 'n Cream in Batik<br />
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<b>Shiny New Things </b><br />
Lily Sugar 'n Cream in Batik, Sunkissed and Love<br />
Rico Creative Cotton in Fuschia and Light Green<br />
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<b>Digging</b><br />
<a href="http://www.butserancientfarm.co.uk/" target="_blank">Butser Ancient Farm<b> </b> </a><br />
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<b>Show notes</b><br />
<b>WIPS</b><br />
<a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/hitchhiker" target="_blank">Hitchhiker</a> by Martina Behm using <a href="http://www.laughingyaffle.com/" target="_blank">Laughing Yaffle</a> Fledgling Sock in Viola<br />
<a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/stalagmite" target="_blank">Stalagmite Socks</a> by Cookie A using Cherry Tree Hill Supersock Select in Teal Green<br />
<a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/ttl-mystery-shawl-2012" target="_blank">Through The Loops Mystery KAL</a> by Kirsten Kapur using Malabrigo Lace in Butter<br />
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<b>Finished Objects</b><br />
<a href="http://anewtwistondishcloths.blogspot.co.uk/2005/07/grandmothers-favorite-original.html" target="_blank">Grandmother's Favorite Dishcloth</a> using Anchor Creative Magicline in Stone<br />
<a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/illusion-bunny-dishcloth" target="_blank">Illusion Bunny Dishcloth</a> by Laura's Knits using Rowan Handknit Cotton in Yacht and Bleached<br />
<a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/sunburst-dishcloth" target="_blank">Sunburst Dishcloth</a> by Sara H. Baldwin using Anchor Creative Magicline<br />
<a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/patty-3" target="_blank">Patty</a> Mug Cozy by Jenny Raymond<br />
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<b>Spinning</b><br />
<a href="http://www.gnomeacres.etsy.com/" target="_blank">Gnome Acres</a> Polwarth/Silk Fibre in Froggy Monkey<br />
<a href="http://www.theknittinggoddess.co.uk/" target="_blank">The Knitting Goddess</a> Merino Bamboo in Chocolate <br />
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<b>Shiny New Things</b><br />
Scheoller + Stahl Record 210 Color<b> </b>in 214 and 206<br />
<a href="http://www.theknittinggoddess.co.uk/" target="_blank">The Knitting Goddess</a> Same Difference in Greebo<br />
<a href="http://www.cloudlover.com/" target="_blank">Cloudlover Yarn and Fiber</a> in Lugano<br />
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<b>Digging</b><br />
<b><a href="http://www.orkneyjar.com/history/barnhouse/" target="_blank">Barnhouse Neolithic Settlement</a> </b><br />
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<br />Samhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13424271730752696641noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1109990156997283793.post-9476883516449197132012-05-31T22:48:00.002+01:002012-06-07T19:27:20.781+01:00Episode 19 Sleepy<br />
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<b>Works in Progress</b> <br />
<a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/hitchhiker" target="_blank">Hitchhiker</a> by Martina Behm using <a href="http://www.laughingyaffle.com/" target="_blank">Laughing Yaffle</a> Fledgling Sock in Viola<br />
<a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/stalagmite" target="_blank">Stalagmite Socks</a> by Cookie A using Cherry Tree Hill Supersock Select in Teal Green <br />
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<b>Finished Objects</b><br />
<a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/lalas-simple-shawl" target="_blank">Lala's Simple Shawl</a> by Laura Linneman using my handspun Krafty Koala BFL<br />
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<b>Spinning</b><br />
<a href="http://www.gnomeacres.etsy.com/" target="_blank">Gnome Acres</a> Polwarth/Silk Fibre in Froggy Monkey<br />
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<b>Shiny New Things</b><br />
The Knitting Goddess Same Difference in Pink and Pretty<br />
<a href="http://www.hilltopcloud.etsy.com/" target="_blank">Hilltopcloud</a> Disco Diva batts and Teal fibre<br />
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<b>Digging</b><br />
<b><a href="http://www.english-heritage.org.uk/daysout/properties/stanton-drew-circles-and-cove/" target="_blank">Stanton Drew Stone Circles</a> </b><br />
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<br />Samhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13424271730752696641noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1109990156997283793.post-86657645803711181912012-05-23T19:55:00.002+01:002012-06-07T19:28:34.891+01:00Episode 18 Super Shiny<iframe allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="270" src="http://blip.tv/play/AYL4iVYA.html?p=1" width="320"></iframe><embed src="http://a.blip.tv/api.swf#AYL4iVYA" style="display: none;" type="application/x-shockwave-flash"></embed><br />
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<a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/lalas-simple-shawl" target="_blank">Lala's Simple Shawl</a> by Laura Linneman using my handspun Krafty Koala BFL <br />
<a href="http://www.ravelry.com/projects/stealthDragon/stained-glass-window-socks" target="_blank">Stained Glass Window Socks</a> by Karen Wessel using easyknits.co.uk Sushi Sock Roll in Dusk and Regia 4-ply in black<br />
<a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/retro-looks" target="_blank">Retro Looks Cushion</a> by Ilaria Chiaratti using various acrylic yarns<br />
<a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/hitchhiker" target="_blank">Hitchhiker</a> by Martina Behm using <a href="http://www.laughingyaffle.com/" target="_blank">Laughing Yaffle</a> Fledgling Sock in Viola<br />
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<b>Finished Objects</b><br />
<a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/damson-2" target="_blank">Damson</a> by Ysolda Teague using Hazel Knits Artisan Sock in Plum Glace<br />
<a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/double-knit-potholder" target="_blank">Double Knit Potholder</a> by Trisha Mitberg using Twilleys Sincere DK <br />
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<b>Spinning</b><br />
<a href="http://www.playatlifefiberarts.etsy.com/" target="_blank">Play at Life Fiber Arts</a> Superwash Merino in Loud and Proud<br />
<a href="http://www.gnomeacres.etsy.com/" target="_blank">Gnome Acres</a> Polwarth/Silk Fibre in Froggy Monkey<br />
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<b>Shiny New Things</b><br />
<a href="http://www.cloudlover.com/" target="_blank">Cloudlover</a> Colonial Wool (same as Corriedale) in Leprechaun<b> </b> <br />
<a href="http://www.wharfedalewoolworks.etsy.com/" target="_blank">Wharfedale Woolworks</a> BFL, Camel and Tussah Silk in Hazy<br />
<a href="http://www.hilltopcloud.etsy.com/" target="_blank">Hilltopcloud</a> North Ronaldsay in natural and brown, Manx Loaghtan in natural<br />
<a href="http://www.theknittinggoddess.co.uk/" target="_blank">The Knitting Goddess</a> Semi-solid merino nylon sock in Wheat, Forest and Charcoal and Same Difference in Pink and Pretty<br />
madelinetosh merino DK in Black Velvet and Venetian<br />
Rowan Handknit Cotton in Bleached and Yacht<br />
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<b>Fitness</b><br />
Did Day 1 of Week 1 of Couch to 5k<br />
No cycling<br />
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<b>Archaeology</b><br />
Surveying<br />
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<b>The Random Bit </b><br />
Books Mentioned<br />
Anne and Todd McCaffrey Dragon's Time<br />
Margaret Attwood Oryx and Crake, After the Flood and others<br />
John Christopher The Tripods<br />
Gore Vidal Kalki<br />
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<br />Samhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13424271730752696641noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1109990156997283793.post-75950014516872729902012-05-08T20:42:00.000+01:002012-05-08T20:42:15.296+01:00Episode 17 Hook On!<div style="text-align: center;">
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<b>WIPS</b><br />
<a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/damson-2" target="_blank">Damson</a> by Ysolda Teague using Hazel Knits Artisan Sock in Plum Glace<br />
<a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/retro-looks" target="_blank">Retro Looks Cushion</a> by Ilaria Chiaratti using various acrylic yarns<br />
<a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/citron" target="_blank">Citron</a> by Hilary Smith Callis using Malabrigo Lace in Purple Mystery<br />
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<b>FOs</b><br />
<a href="http://www.ravelry.com/projects/stealthDragon/toerag-the-tube-mouse" target="_blank">Toerag the Tube Mouse</a> by Lauren O'Farrell<br />
<a href="http://www.ravelry.com/projects/stealthDragon/drip-candles" target="_blank">Drip Candles</a> by Kirsten Hall<br />
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<b>Spinning</b><br />
<a href="http://www.playatlifefiberarts.etsy.com/" target="_blank">Play at Life Fiber Arts</a> Superwash Merino in Loud and Proud<br />
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<b>Shiny New things</b><br />
<a href="http://www.gnomeacres.etsy.com/" target="_blank">Gnome Acres</a> Polwarth/Silk Fibre in Froggy Monkey<br />
Sourcerer's Eyes Merino Nylon Sock from <a href="http://www.theknittinggoddess.co.uk/" target="_blank">The Knitting Goddess</a><br />
Stitchmarkers from <a href="http://www.studentknits.etsy.com/">studentknits</a><br />
Notions pouch from <a href="http://www.cairngormbags.etsy.com/" target="_blank">Cairngorm Bags</a><br />
Rowan Handknit Cotton <br />
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<b>Fitness</b><br />
Thames Bridges Bike Ride - widget is on top left of blog<br />
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<b>The Random Bit</b><br />
Knitting Socks with Handpainted Yarn by Carol J. Sulcoski<br />
The Knitter's Guide to Hand-Dyed and Variegated Yarn by Lorna MiserSamhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13424271730752696641noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1109990156997283793.post-25493882446582773182012-04-24T20:25:00.002+01:002012-04-24T20:38:17.199+01:00Episode 16 The one with the floppy hat<div style="text-align: center;">
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<a href="http://www.ravelry.com/projects/stealthDragon/hermiones-everyday-socks" target="_blank">Hermione's Everyday Sock</a> by Erica Lueder in <a href="http://www.theknittinggoddess.co.uk/" target="_blank">The Knitting Goddess</a> Merino Nylon Sock in Forks </div>
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<a href="http://www.ravelry.com/projects/stealthDragon/sock-it-to-me-for-girls" target="_blank">Sock it to me (for Girls)</a> by Vicki K Byram in <a href="http://www.theknittinggoddess.co.uk/" target="_blank">The Knitting Goddess</a>Merino Nylon Sock in Forget Me Not</div>
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<a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/chadwick" target="_blank">Chadwick</a> by Stephen West in <a href="http://www.barkingdogyarns.com/" target="_blank">Barking Dog Yarns</a> Sirius in Raspberry Syrup and Anthracite</div>
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<a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/tea-leaves-cardigan" target="_blank">Tea Leaves Cardigan</a> by Melissa LaBarre in Cascade 220 Heathers in Purple Heather</div>
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<a href="http://www.playatlifefiberarts.etsy.com/" target="_blank">Play at Life Fiber Arts</a> SW Merino in Loud and Proud</div>
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<a href="http://www.playatlifefiberarts.etsy.com/" target="_blank">Play at Life Fiber Arts</a> Merino in Ascension to Skyland Mountain</div>
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<a href="http://www.lucidsunshine.etsy.com/" target="_blank">Lucid Sunshine</a> Stitch Markers</div>
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<a href="http://www.intothewhirled.com/" target="_blank">Into the Whirled</a> SW Falkland in Serenity</div>
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<a href="http://www.loop.etsy.com/" target="_blank">Loop</a> sparkle bat in Love Story</div>
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Malabrigo Sock in Royal Blue</div>
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<a href="http://www.greatlakeshanddyed.etsy.com/" target="_blank">Great Lakes Hand Dyed</a> in Rainlover</div>
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<br /></div>Samhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13424271730752696641noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1109990156997283793.post-23392950994710945342012-04-03T23:52:00.001+01:002012-04-03T23:52:48.736+01:00Episode 15 Six Months!<iframe src="http://blip.tv/play/AYLyoSoA.html?p=1" width="320" height="270" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe><embed type="application/x-shockwave-flash" src="http://a.blip.tv/api.swf#AYLyoSoA" style="display:none"></embed>
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<strong>Works in Progress</strong>
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<a href="http://madelinetosh.com/store/index.php/patterns/tea-leaf-cardigan.html" target="_blank">Tea Leaves Cardigan</a> by Melissa LaBarre using Cascade 220 Heathers in the Purple Heathers/7811 colourway, on 5.0mm/US 8 needles<br />
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<a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/chadwick" target="_blank">Chadwick</a> by Stephen West from Westknits Book One using <a href="http://www.barkingdogyarns.com/" target="_blank">Barking Dog Yarns</a> Sirius in Raspberry Syrup and Anthracite on 3.75mm/US 5 needles<br />
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<a href="http://www.ravelry.com/projects/stealthDragon/hermiones-everyday-socks" target="_blank">Hermione's Everyday Socks</a> by Erica Lueder in <a href="http://www.theknittinggoddess.co.uk/" target="_blank">The Knitting Goddess</a> Merino Nylon Sock in Forks on 2.5mm/US 1.5 needles<br />
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<strong>Finished Objects</strong><br />
<a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/modular-dishcloth" target="_blank">Basic Modular Dishcloth</a> by Vyvyan Neel/Fishbone Designs using scraps of Anchor Magicline Style and Rowan Handknit Cotton on 4.5mm/US 7 needles.<br />
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<strong>Spinning</strong><br />
<a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/modular-dishcloth" target="_blank">Play at Life Fiber Arts</a> SW Merino Top in Loud and Proud<br />
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<strong>Digging</strong><br />
Peacehaven Barrow<br />
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<strong>The Random Bit</strong><br />
The Pirates! In an adventure with scientists!<br />Samhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13424271730752696641noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1109990156997283793.post-19729122845341720982012-03-29T16:29:00.001+01:002012-04-03T23:58:32.351+01:00Episode 14 - WIPs on Parade<iframe allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="270" src="http://blip.tv/play/AYLxyQIA.html?p=1" width="320"></iframe><embed src="http://a.blip.tv/api.swf#AYLxyQIA" style="display: none;" type="application/x-shockwave-flash"></embed>
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Works in Progress - these can be found in the right sidebar as progress bars. Click on the title and it will take you through the details. In summary they are<br />
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Drip Candles Socks <br />
Hermione's Everyday Socks<br />
Gordes<br />
Hexagons<br />
Whirlpool Socks<br />
Stained Glass Window Socks<br />
Mathematical Stripes Socks<br />
Octarine<br />
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Chevron Lace Fingerless Mits<br />
Mittens for Me<br />
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Citron<br />
Tiffany Triangle Shawl<br />
Chadwick<br />
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Sock Yarn Blanket<br />
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Tea Leaves Cardigan<br />
Sock it to me (for girls)<br />
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Double Knit Potholder<br />
Basic Modular Dishcloth<br />
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Finished Objects<br />
Greta the Captivating Cat by Rebecca Danger using handspun Cloudlover Falkland in the Gingerbread Colourway<br />
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Spinning<br />
Play at Life Fiber Arts SW Merino Top in Loud and Proud<br />
The Complete Guide to Spinning Yarn by Brenda Gibson<br />
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Archaeology<br />
Context Sheets<br />
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Random<br />
Brownsea Island/Red Squirrels<br />
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<br />Samhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13424271730752696641noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1109990156997283793.post-62288959959112040422012-03-21T12:17:00.001+00:002012-03-21T12:17:06.844+00:00Episode 13 All Over the Place<iframe allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="270" src="http://blip.tv/play/AYLwvz0A.html?p=1" width="320"></iframe><embed src="http://a.blip.tv/api.swf#AYLwvz0A" style="display: none;" type="application/x-shockwave-flash"></embed>
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<strong>Works in Progress</strong><br />
<a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/drip-candles" target="_blank"><span style="color: #6d3da5;">Drip Candles</span></a> by Kirsten Hall from Think Outside the Sox using leftover <a href="http://www.barkingdogyarns.com/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #6d3da5;">Barking Dog Yarns</span></a> on 2.5mm/US 1.5 needles<br />
Mathematical Stripes Socks (my design) using Austerman Step and Lang Jawoll yarns on 2.5mm/US 1.5 needles<br />
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<strong>Finished Objects</strong><br />
<a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/shaelyn" target="_blank">Shaelyn</a> by Leila Raabe using The Knitting Goddess Merino Nylon Sock in Flower Power on 4mm/US 6 needles<br />
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<strong>Spinning</strong><br />
<a href="http://www.kraftykoala.co.uk/shop/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #6d3da5;">Krafty Koala</span></a> Humbug BFL - no colourway<br />
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<strong>Shiny New Things</strong><br />
<a href="http://www.twistedfiberart.com/" target="_blank">Twisted Fiber Art</a> evolution dyed Totally Superfine Bluefaced Leicester<br />
<a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/playatlifefiberarts?ref=ss_profile#" target="_blank">Play at Life Fiber Arts</a> Superwash Merino Top in Loud and Proud<br />
Patons Wool Blend Aran <br />
<a href="http://www.nimuyarns.co.uk/" target="_blank">Nimu Yarns</a> Skiddaw in Robin<br />
Lang Jawoll Degrade Magic<br />
Schoppel-Wolle Zauberball Lace in Frische Fische<br />
<a href="http://www.colinette.com/" target="_blank">Colinette</a> Roving in Cherry<br />
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<strong>Digging</strong><br />
<a href="http://www3.hants.gov.uk/countryside/danebury.htm" target="_blank">Danebury Hillfort</a><br />Samhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13424271730752696641noreply@blogger.com2