Keep Calm and Carry Yarn: A Knitting and Crochet Podcast
134 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 2 months ago - ★★★★★ - 69 ratingsKeep Calm and Carry Yarn is a podcast in equal parts measure about knitting, crochet, and the mother-daughter bond between its co-hosts, Vivian and Alyson. Join us for our twice monthly chat as we talk about our latest projects and yarn obsessions, advice from a long-time fiber fanatic to a beginner, living in Edinburgh, Scotland (Alyson) versus Virginia, USA (Vivian), fangirling over TV shows we love, and other everyday pursuits.
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Episode 132: The magic of blocking
March 12, 2024 21:29 - 1 hour - 34.8 MBHoly moly, we have a lot of projects to talk about! Well, Alyson has a lot of projects to talk about, surprisingly! The Archive KCAL has begun, so of course we share our progress on those projects. Plus a preview of the Moorit Issue 6 designs. Links to things we mention: This includes Ravelry links! Yell by Marie Wallin Acre by Judith Brand Fairfield by Michele Wang Lento by Joanna Helin Sequence Tank Top by Alicia Arroyo Blanco Buzzfeed South Shore by Kay Hopkins Ches...
Episode 131: A cat podcast
February 21, 2024 20:50 - 55 minutes - 25.2 MBIt's cables and brioche for Vivian today! She's working on a cabled cardigan, a brioche hat and finished a cabled hat and a brioche shawl. Phew! And Alyson's all cardigans: her nearly finished South Shore cardigan, and Vivian's cabled cardi is actually for Alyson. Plus it's time to start planning your Archive KCAL projects. Links to things we mention: This includes Ravelry links! Fairfield by Michele Wang Chess Hat by Raina Kruus South Shore by Kay Hopkins Tied Knots by Justin Lor...
Episode 130: Winning 2024
January 14, 2024 15:12 - 53 minutes - 24.3 MBCongrats to the Moorit Makealong prize winner, Jbryanttoo! In other MAL news, Alyson finished her Kishie vest... ok so maybe it was a wee bit past the MAL end date. But at least that's an FO in the 2024 bank for Alyson to make up for the fact that she only finished 4 projects in 2023. Vivian on the other hand completed a whopping 24 projects last year! Links to things we mention: Sausage Dog Scarf by Elliyah Dyson [Ravelry] Peacock's Pride Shawl by Raina Kruus [Ravelry] Fairfield by M...
Episode 129: I didn't read the instructions
December 09, 2023 19:31 - 52 minutes - 24.1 MBIt's the last month of the Moorit MAL! Alyson is nearly done with her Kishie vest... she might actually finish a project before the end of a craft-along! And Vivian has finished two projects, her Zanni top from Issue 4 and a pair of Whisky Society mittens from Issue 5. Links to things we mention: Kishie by Eline Alcocer [Ravelry] - Moorit #1 Zanni by Mary Beth Cryan [Ravelry] - Moorit #4 Whisky Society by Jeannette Sloan [Ravelry] Apiarist by Claire Borchardt [Ravelry] Bonnie Isle...
Episode 128: Woolly Good news
November 13, 2023 19:37 - 53 minutes - 24.5 MBWe're both on a roll with our Moorit Make-along projects! Vivian is working on Zanni, a Spring/Summer top from Issue 4 and Alyson is working on Kishie, a basketweave vest from Issue 1. Links to things we mention: Kishie by Eline Alcocer [Ravelry] - Moorit #1 Mitten Advent Calendar by Kathy Lewinski [Ravelry] Zanni by Mary Beth Cryan [Ravelry] - Moorit #4 Velvety Wrap by Sweater Freak [Ravelry] July Hat by Courtney Kelley [Ravelry] In Transit by Allison O'Mahony [Ravelry] Twyll...
Episode 127: You math better!
October 10, 2023 18:51 - 33 minutes - 15.5 MBWe're both on a roll with our Moorit Make-along projects! Vivian is working on Zanni, a Spring/Summer top from Issue 4 and Alyson is working on Kishie, a basketweave vest from Issue 1. Links to things we mention: South Shore [Ravelry] by Kay Hopkins Velvety Wrap by Sweater Freak [Ravelry] Kishie by Eline Alcocer [Ravelry] - Moorit #1 Zanni by Mary Beth Cryan [Ravelry] - Moorit #4 Anders by Soren Kerr [Ravelry] Buzzfeed Show notes with photos Support and follow us: Instagram...
Episode 126: Together in Florida
September 20, 2023 17:58 - 40 minutes - 18.7 MBVivian and Alyson are in Florida together, you know what that means! We have a lovely 3rd host in Emily and a guest appearance by Quintin, the newest member of the family <3 Links to things we mention: 14 Carat by Michelle Hunter [Ravelry] Tuck-in Blouse by Patons & Baldwins [Ravelry] Sage Shrug by Zeens and Roger [Ravelry] South Shore [Ravelry] by Kay Hopkins Velvety Wrap by Sweater Freak [Ravelry] Twylla by Rachel Coopey [Ravelry] Little Tearoom Bears by Susan Hickson [R...
Episode 125: Geomeric?
August 23, 2023 14:45 - 50 minutes - 23.2 MBYou wouldn't know it from ALL the projects Vivian has been beavering away on, but she does have one cabled project to show off: her Folklore cardi! Plus a bit of color work in the form of both a WIP and an FO. Alyson meanwhile is trundling along with her not so sage Sage shrug. Links to things we mention: Sydänmaa Mittens [Ravelry] by Hanna Leväniemid Velvety Wrap by Sweater Freak [Ravelry] Mitten Garland Advent Calendar by Kathy Lewinski [Ravelry] Sage Shrug by Zeens and Roger [Ra...
Episode 124: Cables are the new color work
July 16, 2023 20:51 - 41 minutes - 19.2 MBYou wouldn't know it from ALL the projects Vivian has been beavering away on, but she does have one cabled project to show off: her Folklore cardi! Plus a bit of color work in the form of both a WIP and an FO. Alyson meanwhile is trundling along with her not so sage Sage shrug. Links to things we mention: Mitten Garland Advent Calendar by Kathy Lewinski [Ravelry] Candy Corn Dog Sweater by Jodi Luanda [Ravelry] Sage Shrug by Zeens and Roger [Ravelry] Velvety Wrap by Sweater Freak [R...
Episode 123: All the cat news
June 23, 2023 10:45 - 39 minutes - 17.9 MBBoth Vivian and Alyson have a new project on the go, but no finished objects to speak of... that's because we were too busy on a little family vacation. We spent a few days on the Isle of Arran and had the best time, so do excuse us for having a little chat about that. Links to things we mention: Sage Shrug [Ravelry] by Zeens and Roger Misurina by Caitlin Hunter [Ravelry] Chanterelle Cowl [Ravelry] by Maud Coppel Buzzfeed quiz Show notes with photos Support and follow us: Inst...
Episode 122: The floodgates have opened
May 17, 2023 16:23 - 40 minutes - 18.7 MBThe Archive KCAL is now over, and miracle of miracles... Alyson has finished her project! Wee Bonny the Puffin is just the cutest thing. Hopefully new baby loves it. And more novelties, Vivian is working on a bit of crochet. Links to things we mention: South Shore [Ravelry] by Kay Hopkins [Ravelry] Misurina by Caitlin Hunter [Ravelry] Mitten Garland Advent Calendar by Kathy Lewinski [Ravelry] Bonny Puffin by Yanina Schenkel [Ravelry] Buzzfeed quiz Show notes with photos Support...
Episode 121: Never finish anything
May 01, 2023 08:20 - 38 minutes - 17.6 MBThe Archive KCAL has ended... anyone want to guess which of us didn't finish their project? Surprise (not surprise), Alyson is still working on Bonny Puffin, but she is shaping up pretty well! And Vivian has indeed finished her Hand in Hand Vest which is an extra accomplishment since she basically made it one and a half times over. Links to things we mention: Mitten Garland Advent Calendar by Kathy Lewinski [Ravelry] Misurina by Caitlin Hunter [Ravelry] Bonny Puffin by Yanina Schenkel...
Episode 120: I love potatoes!
April 10, 2023 16:35 - 25 minutes - 11.8 MBThis is a Vivian-centric episode, but who'd be mad about that?! She's making good progress on her Hand-in-Hand vest after using the wrong needle for the entire front panel. But Alyson has a bit of behind the scenes chat about Moorit Issue 5. Links to things we mention: Buzzfeed quiz Hand-in-Hand Sweater Vest by Kathy Zimmerman [Ravelry] Dynamic Wave Hat by Marly Bird [Ravelry] Show notes with photos Support and follow us: Instagram Pearl and Plum Etsy Our Website Buy KCACY ...
Episode 119: Together again
March 29, 2023 16:32 - 28 minutes - 13.1 MBWhat a treat, we're together in Edinburgh! We've got some brief crafty content, plus a bit about our time at the Scottish Wool Producers Showcase in Perth. Links to things we mention: Buzzfeed quiz Hand-in-Hand Sweater Vest by Kathy Zimmerman [Ravelry] Bonny Puffin by Yanina Schankel [Ravelry] Dynamic Wave Hat by Marly Bird [Ravelry] Show notes with photos Support and follow us: Instagram Pearl and Plum Etsy Our Website Buy KCACY merch Buy us a Ko-fi
Episode 118: I Don't Like Nuts in My Ice Cream
March 11, 2023 15:30 - 36 minutes - 16.8 MBVivian has been a busy bee with all her WIPs but neither of us have an FOs to show for all our crafting. And we chat about Vivian's move from colourwork to cables. Links to things we mention: Buzzfeed quiz Bonny Puffin by Yanina Schankel [Ravelry] Hand-in-Hand Sweater Vest by Kathy Zimmerman [Ravelry] Traquair Hat by Amanda B. Collins [Ravelry] Dynamic Wave Hat by Marly Bird [Ravelry] Folklore by Amy Gunderson [Ravelry] Show notes with photos Support and follow us: Instagra...
Episode 117: I have a craft room!
February 28, 2023 20:17 - 44 minutes - 20.1 MBVivian has been a busy bee with all her WIPs but neither of us have an FOs to show for all our crafting. And we chat about Vivian's move from colourwork to cables. Links to things we mention: Bonny Puffin by Yanina Schankel [Ravelry] Hand-in-Hand Sweater Vest by Kathy Zimmerman [Ravelry] Traquair Hat by Amanda B. Collins [Ravelry] South Shore cardigan [Ravelry] Folklore by Amy Gunderson [Ravelry] Advent Mittens by Kathy Lewinski [Ravelry] Della Q Train Case Show notes with ph...
Episode 116: More Cables!
February 13, 2023 21:03 - 54 minutes - 24.8 MBLinks to things we mention: Bonny Puffin by Yanina Schankel [Ravelry] Hand-in-Hand Sweater Vest by Kathy Zimmerman [Ravelry] South Shore cardigan [Ravelry] Folklore by Amy Gunderson [Ravelry] Clinton Creek Hat by Irina Anikeeva [Ravelry] Moorit Show notes with photos Support and follow us: Instagram Pearl and Plum Etsy Our Website Buy KCACY merch Buy us a Ko-fi
Episode 115: Together in Amsterdam
January 27, 2023 16:27 - 22 minutes - 10.2 MBWE'RE IN AMSTERDAM! Somebody pinch me... So we find ourselves in the Netherlands together, and what a wonderful trip it has been. It is both of our first time in Amsterdam, so there's been much sight seeing and admiring of canals and buildings. But we couldn't help recording a short episode together. It's a bit light on the crafty content, but we did visit a few yarn shops (and not just Stephen & Penelope). Links to things we mention: South Shore cardigan [Ravelry] Stephen and Penelope ...
Episode 114: Happy 2023
January 11, 2023 18:04 - 47 minutes - 21.9 MBHappy new year, friends! We're taking a look back on our 2022 projects, and Vivian is the clear Finished Objects winner. And we're making good progress on our 2023 makes. Both Vivian and Alyson are still knitting their cardigans. Plus, the Archive KCAL is coming down the pipeline. Links to things we mention: Buzzfeed Quiz Folklore by Amy Gunderson [Ravelry] Mitten Garland Advent Calendar by Kathy Lewinski [Ravelry] Twelve Days Ornament Series by Larissa Holland South Shore cardiga...
Episode 113: Drinkable custard
December 17, 2022 15:58 - 45 minutes - 20.6 MBHappy holidays, everyone!! This is our last episode of the year and it’s full of some goodies like mini mittens and novelty cat butt hold coasters haha! And Vivian, in usual fashion, has a ton of new hats to show off. Links to things we mention: Buzzfeed Quiz South Shore cardigan [Ravelry] Peeking Cat Butt Coaster [Ravelry] Mitten Garland Advent Calendar [Ravelry] Suburban Wrap [Ravelry] Anthology [Ravelry] BriocheSis [Ravelry] Zig Zag Wings [Ravelry] Pearl and Plum Show ...
Episode 112: Freaky Friday
November 22, 2022 17:32 - 41 minutes - 19.2 MBIs it opposite day? In a stunning turn of events, Alyson is knitting and Vivian is crocheting. But no matter, there's only love for both crafts on this podcast. Vivian is working on a crocheted version of the knitted Pop Blanket-- it's going much better than the original which was hibernating for a couple years. And Alyson is tackling a knitted cardigan! Links to things we mention: Buzzfeed Quiz BriocheSis [Ravelry] South Shore cardigan [Ravelry] June Hat Pearl and Plum Show note...
Episode 111: Because I'm a Millennial
November 07, 2022 18:55 - 46 minutes - 21.4 MBBack to our usual transatlantic format, I'm afraid! But there's lots of crafty content to be had. Alyson has revived a colorful old WIP and even has a finished objects. It's actually a hat heavy episode because Vivian has finished two hats as well! Links to things we mention: Buzzfeed Quiz Moraine Lake Cowl by DJ Poolet [Ravelry] Suburban Wrap by Joji Locatelli [Ravelry] Folklore by Amy Gunderson [Ravelry] Twist To The Classic Beanie by Morine [Ravelry] Bonnie Isle Hat by Linda ...
Episode 110: RHINEBECK!
October 21, 2022 10:39 - 35 minutes - 16.3 MBIt's an extra extra extra special episode. Not only are we together again (twice in two months!), but we're together in Rhinebeck, home of the yarn famous New York State Sheep & Wool Festival! We had an amazing time together, and with our Rhinebeck housemates. The Sheep & Wool Festival, as well as Folk & Folk (a yarn and music festival) were incredible. We've struggled to capture in words how truly wonderful it all was, and we were super tired after a weekend of wool and friends! Links to ...
Episode 109: The together episode
September 29, 2022 21:03 - 34 minutes - 15.9 MBIt's a special together in Scotland episode! Vivian has been helping out Alyson with Moorit and vending at the Perth Festival of Yarn. We both had so many good chats with folks at the show, and of course, we both did a bit of shopping! In actual crafting news, Vivian has finished her Sailaway cardigan in record time. Links to things we mention: Buzzfeed Quiz Bonnie Island Hat by Linda Shearer [Ravelry] Sailaway Cardigan by Marie Greene [Ravelry] Perth Festival of Yarn Show note...
Episode 108: Yarn bra
August 27, 2022 09:15 - 56 minutes - 25.9 MBThe August episode is here! Lots of progress has been made on both Vivian and Alyson's assigned pooling shawls. Plus, unsurprisingly, Vivian has lots of other knitty bits to share. Links to things we mention: Buzzfeed Quiz Sailaway by Marie Greene [Ravelry] Float by Dawn Barker [Ravelry] Jaeger by Arne and Carlos [Ravelry] BriocheSis by Raina K [Ravelry] Christmas ornaments by Valya Boutenko [Ravelry] Moorit Issue 3 Show notes with photos Support and follow us: Instagram ...
Episode 107: I don't have any bobs either
July 14, 2022 21:19 - 34 minutes - 15.8 MBOopsie! We've been sitting on this episode for a few weeks, so some of our Stranger Things comments is a little out of date. Also apologies for anyone who doesn't watch Stranger Things... this is one Buzzfeed quiz that might not make much sense to you! But we've got crafty content for you, including both Alyson and Vivian's assigned color pooling shawls. Links to things we mention: Buzzfeed Quiz Float by Dawn Barker [Ravelry] Jaeger by Arne and Carlos [Ravelry] Sunset Shawl by Elena...
Episode 106: It looks great in this light
June 09, 2022 11:40 - 46 minutes - 21.1 MBThe 2022 Archive KCAL is officially over. Congrats to our winner, emthom26. And many thanks to our giveaway sponsor, Yarningham for donating the prize. Yarningham is the UK's only Black led yarn festival. Tickets are on sale now for the 2022 show taking place in Birmingham on 9 & 10 July. But the real news is that Vivian completed three Archive KCAL projects... Alyson finished none... oops. Links to things we mention: Buzzfeed Quiz Float by Dawn Barker [Ravelry] Meg's Wrap by Julie Bl...
Episode 105: It's fine to state the obvious
May 22, 2022 16:17 - 31 minutes - 14.3 MBVivian is the crafting star of this episode! Her pullover shawl not-a-poncho, All Points South, is growing. And the sweater for her mom is a finished object. Well sorts almost nearly a finished object. Links to things we mention: Buzzfeed Quiz All Points South by Casapinka [Ravelry] Grand Forks Pullover by Cheryl Chow [Ravelry] Sew Yarnilicious Plum Tree Yarn Shop Show notes with photos Support and follow us: Instagram Pearl and Plum Etsy Our Website Buy KCACY merch Bu...
Episode 104: Lots of frogging
May 02, 2022 11:11 - 38 minutes - 17.5 MBOur WIPs are coming along nicely despite the frogging. Finished Objects are another story altogether! No crochet or knitting FOs in sight! But Alyson did revive an old needle felting project from the dead... Links to things we mention: Buzzfeed Quiz Meg's Wrap by Julie Blagojevich[Ravelry] Grand Forks Pullover by Cheryl Chow [Ravelry] Twylla by Rachel Coopey [Ravelry] All Points South by Casapinka [Ravelry] Felted Barn Owl (kit from Hawthorn Handmade) Fiber Expo in Ann Arbor ...
Episode 103: That's the amount of color
April 13, 2022 13:01 - 58 minutes - 17.1 MBSo many things to talk about! Alyson has an WIP and an FO to chat about. And Vivian has not just a new WIP, but also three finished objects! If you're participating in the Archive KCAL be sure to use #ArchiveKCAL2022 on social media. Links to things we mention: Buzzfeed Quiz Meg's Wrap by Julie Blagojevich[Ravelry] Grand Forks Pullover by Cheryl Chow [Ravelry] Twylla by Rachel Coopey [Ravelry] Winston cardigan by La Maison Rililie [Ravelry] Mīlēt by Isolda Teague [Ravelry] Zig...
Episode 102: It's cool garbage
March 26, 2022 12:01 - 51 minutes - 23.5 MBWe're still working on our Archive KCAL projects and making good progress! Vivian has a whole finished Mīlēt mitten and Alyson has nearly finished the first segment of her altered Meg's Wrap. Alyson also goes on a wee bit of a beach-combing tangent 🐚 Links to things we mention: Buzzfeed Quiz Meg's Wrap by Julie Blagojevich[Ravelry] Mīlēt by Isolda Teague [Ravelry] Winston cardigan by La Maison Rililie [Ravelry] Moorit Show notes with photos Support and follow us: Instagram P...
Episode 101: Celtic knots... but (k)not
March 06, 2022 18:58 - 47 minutes - 21.8 MBBut more importantly, we're scheming for our Archive KCAL projects! The Knit and Crochet Along will be running from March to May and we'd love for you to join us! Just use #ArchiveKCAL2022 or join in on Ravelry. Links to things we mention: Buzzfeed Quiz Winston cardigan by La Maison Rililie [Ravelry] 373 Cardigan by Pierrot Yarns [Ravelry] Firefall Toque by Amy Christoffers [Ravelry] Meg's Wrap by Julie Blagojevich[Ravelry] Mīlēt by Isolda Teague [Ravelry] Pearl and Plum Et...
Episode 100: 5 years and 100 episodes later
February 14, 2022 20:03 - 1 hour - 21.2 MBeen 100 episodes of us babbling and taking Buzzfeed quizzes? Oh, yeah and crafting too! Vivian has been crazy busy, with three WIPs and four FOs!!! Links to things we mention: Buzzfeed Quiz Leni by Isabell Kraemer [Ravelry] Firefall Toque by Amy Christoffers [Ravelry] Winston cardigan by La Maison Rililie [Ravelry] Shepherdess socks by Clarisabeth Lopez Rodriguez [Ravelry] Vintersol sweater by Jennifer Steingass [Ravelry] Anthology by TinCanKnits [Ravelry] Pluck cowl by Step...
Episode 99: I can be cool again
January 25, 2022 14:22 - 43 minutes - 19.8 MBWe're in Michigan together! Vivian has some brand new WIPs and Alyson has finished her Jade Dress just in time to wear to the wedding next week. Enter our 5 Year Podiversary Giveaway! Just comment below, letting us know your result from the Buzzfeed quiz; are you a Vivian or an Alyson? Get a bonus entry by reviewing the podcast on Apple Podcasts (or any other podcast review site), then send a screenshot to [email protected]. Giveaway ends on 5 Feb. Links to things we mention: Buzzfee...
Episode 98: Finally in Michigan
December 19, 2021 11:27 - 32 minutes - 14.9 MBWe're together again for Thanksgiving! Please excuse the short episode and less than ideal sound quality. Luckily, Vivian is carrying the team, and has started a new project to chat about. Links to things we mention: Buzzfeed Quiz Vintersol by Jennifer Steingass [Ravelry] Herzblattbeanie by DUCATHI [Ravelry] Jade Dress by Natasha Robarge [Ravelry] Sprites' Fen shawl by Helen Stewart [Ravelry] Show notes with photos Support and follow us: Instagram Etsy Our Website Buy KC...
Episode 97: The one in Boston
November 27, 2021 13:38 - 14 minutes - 13 MBWe're together again for Thanksgiving! Please excuse the short episode and less than ideal sound quality. Luckily, Vivian is carrying the team, and has started a new project to chat about. Links to things we mention: Buzzfeed Quiz Jade Dress by Natasha Robarge[Ravelry] Vintersol by Jennifer Steingass [Ravelry] Herzblattbeanie by DUCATHI [Ravelry] Show notes with photos Support and follow us: Instagram Etsy Our Website Buy KCACY merch Buy us a Ko-fi
Episode 96: Pretty genius
November 07, 2021 13:48 - 30 minutes - 13.9 MBWe're changing things up just a little bit and jumping right into our crafty content at the top of the episode with the Buzzfeed quiz in the middle. Alyson has started a new project for the Moorit AW21 CAL and Vivian has finally finished her Spector sweater. Links to things we mention: Buzzfeed Quiz Jade Dress by Natasha Robarge[Ravelry] Shepherdess Socks by Clarisabeth Lopez Rodriguez [Ravelry] #mooritAW21CAL Sewyarnilicious Project Bag Vintersol by Jennifer Steingass [Ravelry]...
Episode 95: I am so done with skinny jeans
October 23, 2021 13:26 - 43 minutes - 20 MBAlyson is reliably, still working on her Jade Dress, but she has also started a new project. Rejoice! And reliably, Vivian is starting a new colorwork yoke sweater. Links to things we mention: Buzzfeed Quiz Jade Dress by Natasha Robarge[Ravelry] Moraine Lake Cowl by DJ Poolet [Ravelry] Spector Pullover by Joji Locatelli [Ravelry] Vintersol by Jennifer Steingass [Ravelry] October Hat by Sloane Rosenthal [Ravelry] December Hat by Irina Anikeeva [Ravelry] Sewyarnilicious Projec...
Episode 94: You can't see my face, but I'm smiling
October 09, 2021 18:30 - 35 minutes - 19.8 MBThe ghost of knitting past is back to haunt Alyson, but she's totally a pro now. Just kidding, she drops a stitch while recording this episode (lol). But in better news, her Jade dress is looking less like a bolero and more like a crop top. And Vivian even has a new project to talk about... at least someone is managing to present FOs around here! Links to things we mention: Buzzfeed Quiz Jade Dress by Natasha Robarge[Ravelry] 373 Cardigan by Pierrot (Gosyo Co., Ltd) [Ravelry] Specto...
Episode 93: Stop embarrassing me
September 30, 2021 21:16 - 36 minutes - 20 MBVivian has been carrying the team these days while Alyson has been working her tail off with Moorit! So look forward to lots of lovely knitted projects. Plus the return of Nerdtastic where we chat about the latest Marvel movie, Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings. Links to things we mention: Buzzfeed Quiz Sprite’s Fen Shawl by Helen Stewart [Ravelry] Spector Pullover by Joji Locatelli [Ravelry] Moorit Issue 1 Show notes with photos Support and follow us: Instagram Etsy ...
Episode 92: Looks familiar
September 14, 2021 13:10 - 22 minutes - 20.5 MBIt's a special we're-in-the-same-place episode! Vivian is visiting the UK to help Alyson out at the Sweater Weather yarn festival in Farnham Maltings. We had a great time (which we'll chat about in another episode). But this is just a little pre-show catch-up we recorded while we were still in Edinburgh. Links to things we mention: Buzzfeed Quiz Jade Dress by Natasha Robarge [Ravelry] Sprite’s Fen Shawl by Helen Stewart [Ravelry] Spector Pullover by Joji Locatelli [Ravelry] Moorit...
Episode 91: The best dressed bear in college
August 24, 2021 16:11 - 35 minutes - 16.5 MBIn good news, Vivian has finished her Folklore cardigan! And Bear Bear has a matching sweater... it's just too cute for words. In not as great news, Alyson is starting again on her dress. Whoops! And in best news, Alyson and Vivian will both be at Sweater Weather from 10-11 September 2021. Links to things we mention: Buzzfeed Quiz Jade Dress by Natasha Robarge [Ravelry] Sprite’s Fen Shawl by Helen Stewart [Ravelry] Spector Pullover by Joji Locatelli [Ravelry] Folklore Cardigan by ...
Episode 90: I just live on the edge
August 09, 2021 16:46 - 55 minutes - 23.6 MBThe wedding projects continue! Alyson's bridesmaid dress looks more like a bolero, but that's something. And Vivian has cast on a special shawl for the bride herself. Alyson is also sharing the samples of all the Moorit Issue 1 designs!! There's just so much crochet goodness. Links to things we mention: Buzzfeed Quiz Jade Dress by Natasha Robarge [Ravelry] Sprite’s Fen Shawl by Helen Stewart [Ravelry] Spector Pullover by Joji Locatelli [Ravelry] Folklore Cardigan by Amy Gunderson ...
Episode 89: She said yes
July 25, 2021 20:00 - 22 minutes - 14.9 MBIt's a special episode because Alyson and Vivian are together! And joined by Emily! We're in Florida to celebrate Emily's recent engagement, so there's plenty of wedding dress talk as well as knitting, crochet and sewing. Links to things we mention: Buzzfeed Quiz Jade Dress by Natasha Robarge [Ravelry] 373 Cardigan by Pierrot (Gosyo Co., Ltd) [Ravelry] Folklore Cardigan by Amy Gunderson [Ravelry] Spector Pullover by Joji Locatelli [Ravelry] #08 Open Cardigan by Yoko Hatta [Ravel...
Episode 88: I dropped my ears
July 08, 2021 13:42 - 46 minutes - 21.5 MBShockingly, Alyson has been doing some knitting! But it's about time she's gotten around to it in order to finish her 373 Cardi. But never fear, there's a new crochet project being hooked up too. And Vivian has also started a new project with the yarn that was previously her Find Your Fade shawl (R.I.P.) Links to things we mention: Buzzfeed Quiz 373 Cardigan by Pierrot (Gosyo Co., Ltd) [Ravelry] Jade Dress by Natasha Robarge [Ravelry] Folklore Cardigan by Amy Gunderson [Ravelry] S...
Episode 87: Vaccination Donuts
June 20, 2021 18:51 - 33 minutes - 15.4 MBVivian is making very good progress with her Taylor Swift inspired cardi AND she's also started a new project. Alyson meanwhile is celebrating small victories... she's sewn together some sleeves. Slow and steady wins the race... right?! Links to things we mention: Buzzfeed Quiz 373 Cardigan by Pierrot (Gosyo Co., Ltd) [Ravelry] Folklore Cardigan by Amy Gunderson [Ravelry] Da Crofter's Kep by Wilma Malcolmson [Ravelry] Show notes with photos Support and follow us: Instagram Ets...
Episode 86: You're gonna get stuck
June 09, 2021 15:13 - 47 minutes - 17.9 MBVivian is still making progress on her Taylor Swift "Folkore" cardigan and she also has a new project that's already finished! Alyson meanwhile can finally talk about her second ever magazine published design. Her Alfresco Tank was published in Interweave Crochet earlier this month! Links to things we mention: Buzzfeed Quiz Folklore Cardigan by Amy Gunderson [Ravelry] Rainbow Blue Chullo Hat by Janet Stimson [Ravelry] March Hat by Meghan Babin [Ravelry] Alfresco Tank by Alyson Ch...
Episode 85: LIVE from unravel
May 26, 2021 16:35 - 1 hour - 25.8 MBIn a special edition of Keep Calm and Carry Yarn, we hosted a live episode to celebrate the start of this year's unravel... a festival of yarn. It's got all the same stuff you love: Buzzfeed quiz, WIPs, FOs and general banter. But we also hear (and see) a bit from our live audience too! Links to things we mention: Buzzfeed Quiz Folklore Cardigan by Amy Gunderson [Ravelry] Rainbow Blue Chullo Hat by Janet Stimson [Ravelry] Modern C2C Christmas Afghan by Jess Coppam[Ravelry] Aleï Wr...
Episode 84: Improper YouTubers
May 05, 2021 08:40 - 50 minutes - 22.1 MBThe 2021 rendition of the Archive KCAL is now over! Thank you to every one who joined along. We loved seeing all your knitting and crochet projects and even quite a few FOs! Which is more than Alyson can say because both of her projects are still WIPs... oops! But Vivian did manage to finish her gorgeous Lovage Sweater replete with colorwork. Links to things we mention: Buzzfeed Quiz 373 Cardigan by Pierrot (Gosyo Co., Ltd) [Ravelry] Lovage by Marie Wallin [Ravelry] Modern C2C Chris...
Episode 83: There's a cat wandering around
April 20, 2021 18:01 - 43 minutes - 24.4 MBIt's the final days of the 2021 Archive KCAL, and it looks like neither of us is going to have an FO to show for it! But Vivian is so so close, with just one sleeve to finish her Lovage sweater. Alyson meanwhile, has turned her attention to a hibernating WIP, if only for a short while. Links to things we mention: Buzzfeed Quiz Modern C2C Christmas Afghan by Jess Coppam[Ravelry] Lovage by Marie Wallin [Ravelry] Rainbow Blue Chullo Hat by Janet Stimson [Ravelry] Sagitta by Amanda Sc...