Episode 20 Postponed

Dear Listeners,
Due to K traveling, me being in meetings all day, and, frankly, a lack of a really good show topic, we will be postponing Episode 20 until next week. That will be our last show before my "surgery break".
Meanwhile, maybe you all (or ya'll if you're feeling Southern like me) can send us some ideas for show topics. Thanks to those that already have, and thanks to those who will!

Remember, tune in March 26th for Episode 20 and we'll give you a sneak peek of what to expect after the break!

Happy St. Patrick's Day!

Episode 19 - Reel to Real

Join us this week as we talk about movie and tv inspired patterns! From Harry Potter to Twilight, Lord of the Rings to The Holiday, knitwear is all over! Whether the patterns are remakes or just inspired by characters, what we watch influences what we knit. Be sure to call in, chat along, or leave us some ideas to include here or on the ravelry group! Don't let your favorites go unmentioned!

Also, we'll be drawing for our 5K download yarn winner! You've still got a few days to enter, so leave us a comment and you're in!

See you all Friday at 10pm!

Show Notes:

Cynthia is knitting Mommy socks, a baby bib, and a burpcloth (her own pattern).

Congratulations to Karli29 who won a skein of Spritely Goods' Spring Tulips fingering weight yarn.  Email us at ekgpodcastatgmaildotcom! Thank you to everyone who participated!

Just for fun - the yarn quiz!  Apparently I've had a radical personality shift, and am now Merino wool - SWEET! What type of yarn are you?

Movie/Show Knits:

Pushing Daisies - Ned's Toasty Hat and Scarf - check out that gorgeous example by Orna!

Star Trek -
Star Trek Jr. - for the geeky babies in your life.
Pot Holders - they are double-knit.  Very cool!
Fairisle Charts
Leia Wig
Lightsaber

Coraline
Coraline's Gloves
Coraline's Star Sweater

Harry Potter
Hogwarts Scarves
Prisoner of Azkaban-style Scarves
Potter Puppet Pals Finger Puppets - (crochet)

The Holiday
Fireside Sweater - not technically designed after the one in movie but we <3 it just as hard!

Twilight Series
Bella's Mittens
Rosalie's Lunchtime Scarf

Firefly
Wash's Sweater
Jayne Cobb Hat - there are so many patterns for this hat - find the one that suits you best!

Find the show on iTunes as "Electronic Knitting Group" or download/stream directly from talkshoe.

Episode 18 - Space Invaders!

This week we're discussing our UFOs, unfinished objects! We're braving the bottom of the knitting bag and owning up to what we've neglected! Join us as we talk about what made us want to start the project, what made us put it down, and why we never seemed able to pick it up again. Call in to tell us your stories about UFOs and give us some advice about how to get them finished! See you Friday night at 10PM!!

Show Notes:

Magic Loop @ knittinghelp.com
Malabrigo Sock - I think Cynthia is using Chocolate Amargo


Cynthia's UFOs
Cabled Vest from Knit So Fine - ripped
Mommy Socks! - secret stealthy gift knitting
Mommy Afghan (her own pattern)

Kristen's UFOs
Tangled Yolk Cardigan
OWLs Sweater
Shedir

Drawings for the contest will be held next week.  You can see the prize here!  Go to our Ravelry group to participate!


And finally - Muppet Aliens (made of a fun fur-like material!)

Episode 17-Spring Forward

This week (as in, tomorrow) we will be wishing our way into Spring by talking about some "springy" patterns that have caught our attention and some yarn suggestions for those patterns. Call in or chat along with your own suggestions! Spring means something different to every person, so let us know what it means to you!

Also, I want to apologize for the questionable sound quality of the last show. Normally, we each have our own phone/mic but this past week we were sharing and I don't think the mic was catching us equally. Not to mention we broke into giggles every two minutes. This week should be more like what you've heard in the past, quality- and giggles-wise.

Can't wait to hear your ideas! Remember, Fridays at 10PM now!
Show Notes:

Cynthia is knitting a felted bag inspired by the Candy Stripers Laptop Bag. (Is it sad that I typed Candy Strippers at first?)

Spring Publications
Interweave Preview
Vogue Preview

Spring-Inspired Yarns
Lopi, the Wonderful Wool - Lots of hand-dyed pastels; shipping only $3.50 from Iceland!
Stricken Smitten - blues, greens, and purples - the colors of nature!  Has some bamboo blend sock yarns
Silk and Shine - lots of colors seen in flowers, saturated hues.  Both yarns and rovings available

Patterns for Spring Weather
Bell Curve by Kira Dulaney
Katrina Ballerina Lace Layering Cardigan by Nicole Feller-Johnson
Foreign Corespondent's Scarf by Lexy Lu

Episode 16- A gift for the knitter who has everything

We're back this week with an in person show for K and I. My birthday is this week, too, so we had the idea to talk about gifts that knitters really enjoy. Maybe our list will help your loved ones know what to get you instead of random yarn that you have no idea how to use! Take some time to call in or chat along to give us some of your ideas. We are only two people and we can't think of everything!

Show Notes:

Fun Subscriptions for Knitters:
Netflix
Blockbuster
Audible

Gifts you can wrap!
Ashland Sky Stick Sacks - clear (waterproof!) project bags
Claire Payne - Needle Cases in really pretty fabrics
Julie Knowles' Pottery - gorgeous yarn bowls
Andrea Jene - Stitch Markers, Patten Keepers, and Notion Tins
Beverage Warmer - for endurance knitting!

Reminder

Remember, kids, no podcast this Friday, but we'll return Feb. 19th with an "in person" show! K and I will be in the same town (for real this time, no excuses!)! I'll post the show topic tomorrow or this weekend to give you time to formulate what you want to call in and say!

Episode 14 - Viral Knits

Some knits take off like wildfire!  We discussed some of our favorites and our theories on why these patterns are so popular.

Pullovers:
Viral
Cobblestone Pullover by Jared Flood. 1759 projects (#2)
Owls by Kate Davies 2406 projects (#1).
Recommended
119-2 (Jumper with shirred pattern on yoke) by DROPS Design


Cardigans:
Viral
February Lady Sweater by Pamela Wynne. 7929 projects (#1)
Central Park Hoodie by Heather Lodinsky. 3220 projects (#3)
Recommended
Cardigan Mango by Lena Henkel

Hats:
Viral
Koolhaas by Jared Flood. 4360 projects (#4)
Recommended
Twisted Raveler by Audrey Chamberlain

Shawl/Wrap:
Viral
Ishbel by Ysolda Teague. 5175 projects (#2 in this category)
Recommended
Regal Comfort Shawl by Grace Yaskovic
Haruni by Emily Ross

Socks:
Viral
Pomatomus by Cookie A. 3198 projects (#6)


Top Ten Most Popular Patterns on Ravelry:
10. Saartje's Bootees by Saartje de Bruijn
9. Turn A Square by Jared Flood
8. February Lady Sweater by pamela wynne
7. Noro Striped Scarf by Jared Flood
6. Ishbel by Ysolda Teague
5. Clapotis by Kate Gilbert
4. Monkey by Cookie A.
3. Calorimetry by Kathryn Schoendorf
2. Baby Surprise Jacket by Elizabeth Zimmermann
1. Fetching by Cheryl Niamath

Remember, our new recording time will be on Fridays at 10:00 EST!