Keep Calm and Carry Yarn: A Knitting and Crochet Podcast

Episode 39: I Like Big Bundts and I Cannot Lie

New year, new episode! But before we get on with all the new projects to come in 2019, we're reflecting back on all that we accomplished in 2018. Neither of us are professional crafters, but we've finished an impressive number of projects, if we do say so ourselves. And if we didn't prove it before, Vivian is indeed the Queen of Hats, as shown by the eleven hats she's made this past year! Buzzfeed Quiz: https://bzfd.it/2Qr4Qoa Temperamental Artist: https://bit.ly/2QWd2B8 Zweig: https://b...

Episode 38: A Reversal of Roles

What sort of upside down world are we living in? Alyson is knitting and Vivian is crocheting?! Let's talk about that. But don't worry, Vivian has a pretty big knitting FO to share too. Buzzfeed Quiz: https://bzfd.it/2QxrLTI Slouchy Hat/Cowl: https://bit.ly/2A2ZcTN Pussyhat Project: https://bit.ly/2PiRmv3 Temperamental Artist: https://bit.ly/2QWd2B8 Engi Sweater: https://bit.ly/2Md3XPf Mirage Hat/Cowl: https://bit.ly/2rCy2P7 Crochet Wall Hanging: https://bit.ly/2OC8drx -------------...

Episode 37: A Mini Video Edition

It's a special mini mini Thanksgiving edition of KCACY! We're enjoying some quality family time together in New Hampshire, but we just had to share a bit of what we're up to with you too. Plus, a Pearl and Plum studio tour! Buzzfeed Quiz: https://bzfd.it/2fgXkwS  Pussyhat Project: https://bit.ly/2PiRmv3  ------------------------- INSTAGRAM: https://instagram.com/kcacypodcast  ETSY: http://pearlandplum.etsy.com  WEBSITE: http://kcacypodcast.wordpress.com  RAVELRY: http://bit.ly/2...

Episode 36: I've Inducted Her into the Cult

You can probably guess what the cult is. We are all part of the cult. The cult is life. It's knitting and crocheting! We're off bumpy start because our Buzzfeed quiz results didn't peer into the deep recesses of our souls like they usually do, but we have a lot of projects to share with you all today- new and old! Buzzfeed Quiz: https://bzfd.it/2qHktxu Engi Sweater: https://bit.ly/2Md3XPf Liberty Wool hat: https://bit.ly/2PocAf8 C2C Afghan: https://bit.ly/2PKqaFB Crochet Wall Hanging: ht...

Episode 35: Up the Heel, Down the Heel

Things to look forward to in this episode? Alyson and Vivian being typical Anglophiles, talking about Jane Austen and Doctor Who. Alyson is going a bit nuts over her first C2C project, prepare yourself for some babbling!  Buzzfeed Quiz: https://bzfd.it/2AkPNrs Engi Sweater: https://bit.ly/2Md3XPf Gorman Street Socks- https://bit.ly/2NtSoCA Shornies Hat- https://bit.ly/2pyAvJq  C2C Afghan: https://bit.ly/2PKqaFB ------------------------- INSTAGRAM: https://instagram.com/kcacypodcast...

Episode 34: An Obscene Knit Fail

You win some and you lose some. In Vivian's case, you mostly lose some! There's the obscene knit fail (you'll just have to listen to find out more) and a sort of lose-win not-really-macrame macrame plant hangers. One thing that's definitely an absolute win? Alyson is working on her crochet sock for the massive #sockcal2018 Oh, and you know us, there's plenty of chit chat about other non-crafty things, mostly TV shows to be honest. Buzzfeed Quiz- https://bzfd.it/2RA9XEa Venetian Carnival C...

Episode 33: Everything Looks Good On Me

We're just regular crazy Asians, but we cannot stop talking about Crazy Rich Asians the movie... Alyson even has a Crazy Rich Asians themed WIP! Vivian has gone a bit more traditional with updates on her color work Engi sweater (spoiler: it has been a troublesome project). Plus Vivian has started a new hat project using some of her "Meet the Shepherd/ess" yarns from EYF. Buzzfeed Quiz: https://bzfd.it/2xM57Le Engi Sweater: https://bit.ly/2Md3XPf Shornies Hat: https://bit.ly/2pyAvJq Off ...

Episode 32: Literal Ankle Warmers

Most productive crafter goes to Vivian this time around. Her Sock Arms sweater is finally off the needles, plus she’s already started her next fingering weight sweater! Alyson has more excuses than projects, but one of her FOs is in celebration of her first pattern on Ravelry being available to download as a PDF. Swish! Stay tuned for our Nerdtastic segment too where we discuss Asian (North) American film and TV. Buzzfeed Quiz: https://bzfd.it/2QeQ6d9 Engi Sweater: https://bit.ly/2Md3XPf ...

Episode 31: Morag, Meet Morag

Together again! Together again! We took a short break in our adventures, galavanting around Scotland to record a special video episode... because we're together again! All this vacationing means Vivian has had loads of time to knit knit knit, but her Sock Arms sweater is still on the needles! Alyson, meanwhile has lots of new WIPs to talk about- a shawl, a market bag, and a cushion. Plus we have lots of chat about what we've been getting up to. Buzzfeed Quiz: https://bzfd.it/2MS9Wft Kind...

Episode 30: Cartastic!

We'll call this one a "curated" episode. It's short, but sweet, and full of accomplishments. Alyson has successfully tried her hand at intarsia crochet, with the not so insubstantial help from Fay's new Stiallach Bag Collection pattern. And both Vivian and Alyson have exciting FOs! Alyson's has been long in the works, while Vivian's is one you may have forgotten about. Buzzfeed Quiz: https://bzfd.it/2NA9C1x Stiallach Coin Purse: https://bit.ly/2A0X0yL Pleated Cardigan: https://bit.ly/2H...

Episode 29: Pure Sass, Baby!

If we know anything, it is that Vivian will make multiple versions of patterns she likes. Also our cats love a cameo. Vivian has finished her second pair of Fiddlehead Mittens (featuring a Sushi cat cameo). And she's working on her Wool and the Gang socks which are cool, but not going quite to plan. Also not going quite to plan, Alyson's Pleated Cardigan... oh dear.  Buzzfeed Quiz: https://bzfd.it/2J8xUxd Pleated Cardigan: https://bit.ly/2HrqYKI Sock Arms Sweater: https://bit.ly/2M72f1Y...

Episode 28: The One Where We Forget Words

Slow but steady wins the race (maybe). Both Vivian and Alyson are taking that philosophy to heart, each with small projects underway for the KALCAL: hot water bottle cover for Alyson and dish towel for Vivian. In other news, Alyson is grumbling about both her tank top and her sweater, but don’t worry she still loves her makes. And we hear from Hannah over at the Cozy Cottage Crochet podcast with a mailbag submission! You can subscribe to our show on YouTube, iTunes or wherever else you lis...

Episode 27: Cat Cameo

We have a great episode here. Alyson is making good progress on her Pleated Cardigan and Vivian finished her Bubbly Sweater. Yay for handmade sweaters! The KALCAL is just around the corner and we've released this year's new points system, including bonus points for complexity. The mailbag segment being officially kicked off by a lovely submission from Nicola (@creative.explorer) and we can't wait to hear from more of you! You can subscribe to our show on YouTube, iTunes or wherever else yo...

Episode 26: I'm Not Good At Counting

The biggest news of the day is that the KALCAL will be happening again this summer! There will be slightly different rules, but the idea is the same. Will the knitters or the crocheters get more done?? Things will kick off on June 15th, so make sure to check out the Revelry group for more information. We also want to invite you to contribute to our newest segment, the Mailbag. Send us your voice or written message and we'll share it on the show! You can subscribe to our show on YouTube, iT...

Episode 25: Camping in a Garbage Dump

We haven't gotten quite as much knitting and crocheting as we would have liked. Vivian has been hanging about at home with 2 of 4 daughters and Alyson's has been ignoring everything except her current read, Those Who Leave and Those Who Stay by Elena Ferrante. But we're revisiting lots of projects you might already be familiar with. Alyson's blanket and Blurre shawl, and Vivian's Bubbly sweater and Korra hat. Thanks for tuning in! You can subscribe to our show on iTunesand YouTube. You can...

Episode 24: Wing, Wang, Wung

Things to giggle about in this episode: Minions, husbands in craft stores, and sperm. As @lisa_raspberrycrochet pointed out, a common project theme this week is short rows. Vivian is having fun with short rows and Alyson is despairing over short rows. Expect many more short row hats in Vivian’s future because she bought Woolly Wormhead’s Elemental ebook. You can subscribe to our show on iTunes and YouTube. You can also download the episode from LibSyn. We appreciate every like, comment, re...

Episode 23: Where's This Story Going?

The Edinburgh Yarn Festival is over, but we're both riding the EYF high and knitting and crocheting up a storm. Vivian is making progress on her Bubbly sweater, and surprise, she's both finished a hat and started ANOTHER hat. We don't call her the hat goddess for nothing! Alyson is loving the Blurre shawl (crochet's answer to the Find Your Fade). There's a Blurre Along being hosted by Earl Grey Crochet until April 30th. Definitely join in, it's a great make. You can subscribe to our show o...

Episode 22: The One at the Edinburgh Yarn Festival

This one’s a real doozy, folks! We’re chatting all about the Edinburgh Yarn Festival in this episode. Of course, we have a lot of new yarn and goodies to show you, but it’s not all acquisitions. We also have a few special guests making an appearance. Louise from Caithness Crafts, Clarisabeth of Crochetcakes, and Caroline from Mind and Muse Crafting all kindly joined us for a mini recording session at EYF. Look out for a video clip of us with our dancing shoes at the ceilidh, and we even mana...

Episode 21: The One in New Hampshire

We're together again, this time in New Hampshire for a short episode to kick off the month. Vivian has another "experiment" to show off, but Alyson is starting to insist that these aren't experiments, they're bonafide designs. This time it's a colorful infinity scarf. Alyson has finished her Wisteria Trellis shawl for the Blacker Yarns PodKAL, and with plenty of time to spare. You can subscribe to our show on iTunes and YouTube. You can also download the episode from LibSyn. We appreciate ...

Episode 20: Call Me, Beep Me

A virtual high five to whoever can get the title reference before listening to the show! *Call me, beep me, if you want to reach me* The Ultra Violet KCAL is winding down, but there's still time to submit your FOs to the Ravelry thread. Both of us have finished our KCAL projects, although Vivian has done three to Alyson's one. Alyson's Carloway Cowl and Vivian's Fiddlehead Mittens both feature color work, but someone's color work is much more impressive than the other! (*cough* Vivian *cough...

Episode 19: It's Our One Year Podiversary

Holy wow, it's been a year of Keep Calm and Carry Yarn podcasting! Thank you for joining us both on this journey, and here's to an awesome year two! We're both making good progress with our Ultra Violet KCAL projects (Vivian has finished her Gris de Lin Cowl and Alyson is so close to being done with her Carloway Cowl). There are some awesome FOs being shared on the Ravelry group. And maybe the biggest accomplishment of all is that Vivian has finished the Maxfield Cardigan!! Wooo! Buzzfeed ...

Episode 18: A London Reunion

It's a special reunion video episode! We're both in London, Vivian to see Hamilton the musical, and Alyson to see Vivian. All of our WIPs have travelled with us so you all can see what we're working on (a lot) and we also made a pilgrimage to Loop to squish all the yarn. We love seeing what everyone is knitting and crocheting for the Ultra Violet KCAL which is still going on until March 1st! Watch the video here Special Announcement: KCACY is an official podcast at the Edinburgh Yarn Fes...

Episode 17: It's Just An Angry Eggplant

The Ultra Violet KCAL begins in a couple weeks, so we're chatting about the yarn and projects we'll be working on. Plus, we're also participating in the Blacker Yarns PodKAL because we're just so excited for Edinburgh Yarn Festival! Not to mention, Alyson has also joined in The Crochet Circle's One Skein Wonderland CAL. Bitten off more than she can chew? Possibly... Vivian on the other hand, is still churning out hats like a knitting machine! You can subscribe to our show on iTunes and You...

Episode 16: He Splootered A Gubfu O Glaur

Despite living in Scotland, Alyson has not picked up much Scots, despite her excellent results in the Scots themed Buzzfeed quiz. Can anyone tell us what a gabfu o glaur is?? Vivian has been churning out hats like it's her job and Alyson is still contemplating crocheted socks. Also, by the way, we have very wide feet. Here's hoping Rohn Strong can help Alyson crochet correctly proportioned socks. Buzzfeed Quiz: Can You Translate The Scots Version Of Harry Potter? WIP Projects   Alyson ...

Episode 15: I Like My Princes Extra Lumpy

Do you ever get that project where no matter what you do, the stitch count just will not cooperate? That’s the theme of Alyson’s crocheting thoughts this episode. The Kreisel Fingerless Gloves are on the hook, but driving her mad, and Vivian has some thoughts on just freaking fudging it. Plus, Vivian has finished her gorgeous Winterly Sweater! BUZZFEED QUIZ: What is You Mum Identity? WIP PROJECTS  Kreisel Fingerless Gloves Sirdar Heart and Sole FO PROJECTS Winterly Valley Yarns Charl...

Episode 14: It's a Cult!

Thank you for tuning in to Episode 14! You can subscribe to our show on YouTube and iTunes. Buzzfeed Quiz: Which “Outlander” Character are You? WIP Projects   Winterly Sweater Valley Yarns Charlemont FO Projects Alyson Pineapple Cushion Millennial Pink Headband Vivian Sam’s Socks Schachenmayer Regia Pairfect Mommypedia: Should I Block Before I Finish? Bits and Bobs: South Bund Soft-Spinning Material Market Nerdtastic: Outlander. Claire and Jamie Reunion Episode!! Rave...

Episode 13: Hitting the Hair Thread

Thank you for tuning in to Episode 13! You can subscribe to our show on YouTube, iTunes or wherever else you listen to podcasts. Buzzfeed Quiz: Which Harry Potter Witch Should You Dress Up As? WIP Projects   ALYSON Own design Pineapple Cushion Linen Loop by Amanda Ochocki VIVIAN Maxfield Cardigan by Amy Christoffers (Not) FO Projects Vivian Single Sock using Regia Pairfect Yarny Bits and Bobs: Wool Week, Shopping for Mohair & Vivian's upcoming travels Mommypedia: What Does ...

Episode 12: Which crotch did YOU pick?

Thank you for tuning in to Episode 12 ! You can subscribe to our show on iTunes and YouTube. You can also download the episode from LibSyn! Buzzfeed Quiz Which Austen Hero Is Your Soulmate? WIP Projects  6:37 Alyson Original Pineapple Cushion Tunisian Scarf Vivian 16:13 Maxfield Cardigan by Amy Christoffers KnitPicks Stroll and Hawthorne Blips inpired by Ysabel Knit Picks Stroll Handpainted and Stroll Glimmer Winterly by Suvi Simola Valley Yarns Charlemont FO Projects  24...

Episode 11: It's not a typo, It's French

Thank you for joining us for episode 11! You can find our show on iTunes, YouTube, and LibSyn. Buzzfeed Quiz 02:44 Which Disney sidekick are you? WIP Projects 06:24 Alyson Life's a Plus Afghan by Caron Design Team Vivian 08:32 Maxfield Cardigan by Amy Christoffers KnitPicks Stroll Bare KnitPicks Hawthorne FO Projects 14:27 Vivian Color-Dipped Hat by Purl SOHO Bousta Beanie by Gudrun Johnston Valley Yarns Charlemont Alyson 19:05 Welcome Blanket (Super Chunky Rainbow B...

Episode 10: The Final KALCAL Countdown

Thank you for joining us for episode 10! You can find our show on iTunes, YouTube, and LibSyn. Buzzfeed Quiz 2:03 How British Are You? KALCAL Winners and Prizes Announced! 5:00 WIP Projects 12:40 Vivian Color-Dipped Hat by Purl SOHO Alyson 15:46 Honey Clone Cowl FO Projects 19:05 Vivian Hippolyta's Cover Up by Lena Zharinchenko Peerie Flooers by Kate Davies Alyson 20:55 Girl Boss Tote by Molla Mills Crochet Triangle Top by Järbo Garn Super Chunky Rainbow Blanket by ...

Episode 9: If I Knit Fast Enough, Does It Count As Aerobics?

Thank you for joining us for episode 9! Buzzfeed Quiz 1:30 Harry Potter Sorting Quiz KalCal 6:05 KALCAL rules WIP Projects 9:02 Vivian Emelyn Mae by Jennifer Lassonde Knit Picks Hawthorne Fingering Knit Picks Gloss Fingering Alyson 10:08 Crochet Triangle Top  by  Järbo Garn Lang Yarns Aurora Girl Boss Tote by Molla Mills FO Projects 19:05 Julien Outing Shawl by Pierrot Rowan Summerlite DK Fantasy Knitting Ysabel Watercourse Leadlight Maxfield Cardigan A ...

Episode 8: I Feel Like a Celebrity

Thank you for joining us for episode 8.  You can find our show on iTunes, YouTube, and LibSyn. Buzzfeed Quiz 1:20 Guess How Old I Am? KalCal 5:28 KALCAL rules Emelyn Mae Shawl by Jennifer Lassonde WIP Projects 8:41 Alyson Julien Outing Shawl by Peirrot Rowan Summerlite DK Life's a Plus Afghan by Caron Design Vivian 12:50 Emelyn Mae by Jennifer Lassonde Knit Picks Hawthorne Fingering Knit Picks Gloss Fingering FO Projects 15:29 Alyson Acute Sweater by Kraftling ...

Episode 7: An Army of Frogs

Thank you for joining us for episode 7! Buzzfeed Quiz 1:30 What Kind of Ramen Are You?  KalCal 5:36 KALCAL rules Summer Strip Along Craft Along  June 1 - Aug 31 Summer of Romance CAL June 3 - Aug 5 WIP Projects 12:05 Vivian Peerie Flooers by Kate Davies Alyson 16:04 Acute Sweater by Kraftling Life's a Plus by Caron Design Team Chainless Starting Double Crochet tutorial  FO Projects 19:44 Vivian Fairyhill Shawl by Helen Stewart Fleece Artist Blue Face Leicester...

Episode 6: I Have a Normal Sized Head!

Welcome to episode 6! Buzzfeed Quiz 1:30 What's Your Home Style Aesthetic? KALCAL 8:10 May 5 - Aug 10 Find all the rules and details on our Ravelry thread, and don't forget to use #KALCAL on Instagram! WIP Projects 10:18 Alyson Acute Sweater by Kraftling Vivian 14:17 Fairyhill Shawl by Helen Stewart Fleece Artist Blue Face Leicester 2/8 FO Projects 17:00 Slouchy Hat / Cowl by Luz Mendoza A Few of Our Favorite Things 23:17 Alyson  24:46 Mondim Retrosaria Nerdtastic 2...

Episode 5: Do You Have Any Peppermint Breath Mints?

Welcome to episode 5! Buzzfeed Quiz 2:12 What's Your Home Style Aesthetic? Knit-Along / Crochet-Along 6:39 May 5 - Aug 10 Find all the rules and details on our Ravelry thread, and don't forget to use #KALCAL on Instagram! WIP Projects 8:37 Vivian Bayside Pullover by Hannah Fettig Alyson 9:56 Slouchy Hat / Cowl 160 by Luz Mendoza FO Projects 14:41 Vivian Cyclone Hat by MyGurumi Alyson 18:28 Hotel of Bees by Christina Hadderingh Mommypedia 12:08 A Few of Our Favorite...

Episode 4: Attack of the Frankencowl!

Welcome to episode 4! Buzzfeed Quiz 1:25 Which Female Mythological Monster Are you?: http://bzfd.it/2pxDSlB WIP Projects 4:20 Vivian Bayside Pullover: http://bit.ly/2mT3iVw Split Back Snowflake Hat: http://bit.ly/2o0VvKv Alyson 5:38 Life's A Plus Afghan: http://bit.ly/2o0Yani Paintbox Yarns in Sundown: http://bit.ly/2oSQQcT Hotel of Bees Shawl: http://bit.ly/2oCJ0V0 Shawl Society KAL: http://bit.ly/2pxHmEv FO Projects 15:04 Vivian’s Cobbled Street Cowl: http://bit.ly/2o0Kx...

Episode 3: Yarny Adventures

  Welcome to Episode 3! Thanks for tuning in. We had a little problem with the sound with this one, so thanks for bearing with us :D You can find our show on iTunes , YouTube, and LibSyn  Buzzfeed Quiz: Word Association 01:12 Yarny Adventures  05:00 Edinburgh Yarn Festival: The Shawl Project Book 3, Iona Wool, Bilum Yarns Knit North Yarn Crawl: Lucky Cat Yarns, Another Yarn, Circle of Stitches, Coveted Yarn, Hooked Knitting, Yarns in the Farms WIP Projects 26:28 Alyson Cobble...

Episode 2: Babblecast

Thank you to all who messaged us via Ravelry and Instagram, and a special thanks to Claire of NH Knits and Jen of Down Cellar Studio Podcast for mentioning us in your podcasts! Buzzfeed Quiz 2:02 What Does Your Taste in Art Say About You? WIP Projects 6:02 Vivian Bayside Pullover by Hannah Fettig Coastal Knit Knit Picks Capretta Vivian's Cabled Bunhead Hat Lion Brand Vanna's Choice Alyson 8:59 Carolyn Top by Joanne Scrace FO Projects 13:49 Andean Chullo Hat by Kerin Dimeler-...

Episode 1: I'm the Queen

Personality Quiz Which British Royal are You? WIP Projects  08:19 Carolyn Top by Joanne Scrace Valley Yarns Charlemont Kettle Dye Teal Blue  08:49 Fixing gauge height video Andean Chullo Hat by Kerin Dimeler-Laurence  15:10 FO Projects 17:38 Cat Nest by Hanne Katajamäki Syncopated Caps by Kate Gilbert 21:17 Momopedia  23:56 Our Favorite Things  28:05 Alyson Potter & Bloom-Emma Cherry Heart-Sandra The Crochet Circle-Fay (CAL March 3rd, Cobbled Street Cowl by Sol Rencoret...

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