• I Thought I Knew How: A Podcast about Knitting and Life

  • By: Anne Frost
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I Thought I Knew How: A Podcast about Knitting and Life

By: Anne Frost
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  • I Thought I Knew How is a podcast about learning what you thought you already knew in both knitting and life, featuring interviews with members of the fiber arts community around the world, product reviews, and musing about knitting and life. Visit our website at IThoughtIKnewHow.com
    © 2018 - 2023
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  • Episode 125: Gifts for Knitters

    Episode 125: Gifts for Knitters
    Nov 27 2024
    In this episode, Anne provides some guidance for those who are attempting to shop for a knitter this holiday season and walks them through the whats and whys. These show notes will be the longest ever and will likely be chopped off by some podcast distribution apps. To get to all of the recommendation links, please visit the full show notes at IThoughtIKnewHow.com/episode-125-gifts-for-Knitters Links to Things Mentioned in the Show Blankets: Wool Throw Connecticut Blanket (scroll down for list of sellers) Tea: Art of Tea Tea & Absinthe creates loose leaf tea blends based on fandoms (Perfect if your knitter is a nerd!) Coffee Suggestions: Charleston Coffee Roasters Variety Sample Pack (Pre-ground) City Boy Coffee (You can choose the type of coffee and what form it comes in.) Hot Chocolate options: PopBar Hot Chocolate Sticks Gourmet Du Village Hot Chocolate Based in Canada, come in packs of 6. Fun themed packaging and very tasty! They can be found in shops in the US as well. Calendars: My Life with Sheep calendar by Jo Spencer on the Isle of Skye Lambies in Jammies and Goats in Coats Calendar Digital Devices: Apple IPad Mini Apple IPad 10th Generation Sumsung Galaxy Tab Amazon Fire The best knitting app on the planet: KnitCompanion Headphones: Budget option or stocking-stuffer: Panasonic Wired Earphones I’ve been using these for years when I need a wired earphone. When something happens to them, I buy another pair of the same! For Apple users: The AirPods Pro2 have great sound and noise canceling, and they are built to work with Apple products, so they are quick and easy to set up and start using. Over-ear style, wireless: Bose QuietComfort. In all honesty, I haven’t used these as I prefer the in-ear style, but I asked around and these were recommended over and over. They have noise canceling and are great for spoken-word situations and music! Lamps: A floor lamp with directional lighting A table lamp with semi-directional lighting Ott-Lites (full spectrum light lamps for crafters) LumosLumos neck lamps (Use code ANNE30 at checkout before December 2 for 30% off!) Cushions:Samsonite Lumbar Cushion with heat A basic, 12” x 20” throw pillow cover, don’t forget you will need a pillow form for it, too. Lots of wool vendors and designers to be found at the LoveWovember.com marketplace! Kits US: Morehouse Farm UK: Uradale Yarns Canada: Urban Yarns Australia: The Skein Sisters EU: WoolDreamers You can also sign them up for kits to be delivered periodically! Hop over to Cratejoy and search for Knitting and see what subscription boxes are currently available! Books The Journal of Scottish YarnsMemory Lane: Embellished Knits to Cherish Every Way With Granny Crochet Patty Lyon’s Knitting Bag of Tricks and the accompanying Workbook Books of knitted animals Blocking tools: “Official” blocking mats (They will need multiple sets for an adult sweater) A less expensive mat solution (This is what I use) Blocking Pins (yes, these are a special type!) KnitBlockers are like multiple pins in one Blocking wires Jumper Board from Paparwark Furniture Other ToolsSwift Ball Winder (The type I have is no longer available, but this is a reputable company) Yarn Bowl Needle Roll Plain hanging storage for circular needles A decorative hanging storage for circular needles (also check etsy.com!) Binder system for circular needles Interchangeable needle kits: Knitters Pride has many options at different price points. All are good choices. This Chiaogoo Set is ideal for lace knitters as the tips are very pointy. HiyaHiya are also a popular brand. BE CAUTIOUS of interchangeable needle sets priced below $70. You get what you pay for, and you want quality when it comes to interchangeables. Janette Budge (knitting belts and classes) Small gifts: Bulk scissors Bulk glass nail files Bulk measuring tapes Standard stitch markers Metal stitch markers in a tin 1500 bulb pin stitch markers Decorative stitchmarkers (also check Etsy!) Barber Cord in a tin Rolls of Barber Cord Knitting Jewelry Cute yarn earrings Silver “yarn” earrings Charms suitable for a pandora-style jewelry Bracelet from an old knitting needle Honestly, there are so many options. Go to etsy and search for knitting jewelry and see what pops up around you! Gift Certificates If you do not have a local yarn store, support a local yarn store in my community! Knit New Haven Or, choose a yarn store closer to your home: Canada: West Coast Wools The UK: Black Sheep Wools Germany: Pascuali New Zealand: Flock of Knitters I will see you daily through December on the Purl Together YouTube Channel and will return in audio form in 2025!
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    48 mins
  • Episode 124: Helen Robertson

    Episode 124: Helen Robertson
    Nov 23 2024

    Meet Helen Robertson this week on the podcast. Helen is a jewelry designer, knitting designer, and artist in Shetland. Her work celebrates nature, heritage, and Shetland, and frequently incorporates community building in her projects.

    Links to Things Mentioned in the Episode

    Shetland Wool Week Transportation Survey

    Helen Robertson's website, Instagram, Facebook, and Ravelry. She can be reached at info@helenrobertson.com
    Shetland Arts
    Myth and Materiality in a Woman's World, by Lynn Abrams
    Mark Sinclair Photography
    Bonhoga Gallery
    Shetland Wool Week
    Shetland Wool Week Annual, featuring Helen's Flying Flock
    Shetland Fine Lace Knitting, by Carol Christiansen
    Slew Unst Knit Shetland Lace Deckchair Challenge on YouTube
    Unst Heritage Centre
    Glansin Glass
    Purl Together YouTube Channel
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    1 hr and 25 mins
  • Episode 123: Joanna Hunter

    Episode 123: Joanna Hunter
    Oct 30 2024

    Join Anne for a chat with knitwear designer Joanna Hunter! Grab your knitting and listen as Joanna shares her design process and experiences in the world of high fashion, film, and local commerce.

    Links to Things Mentioned in This Episode

    #Wovember2024 posting prompts
    LoveWovember Marketplace
    1917 is currently streaming on Amazon Prime in the US, if you would like to see Joanna's scarves and wristlets!
    Ninian's website, Instagram, and Facebook
    Purl Together YouTube Channel
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    54 mins

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Got me through the pandemic

I love this podcast! Episodes are so well designed and full of fun and useful info. I've ventured into Fair Isle knitting and picked up so many tips. Love the music too. Anne is a real community builder!

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this is a great podcast. well narrated.
would like more information on zoom loom. what size? where to get pattern?
It is very soothing to listen to. well done.

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Favorite knitting listen!

This is my favorite podcast to listen to when truly relaxing (and knitting). It is the embodiment of hygge, and her interludes of music are always delightful, too.

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