Kino Knits Podcast: Recent Episodes

Kino Knits

A podcast about knitting, indy designing, spinning, woolpiggery, and travel, produced in Kenya.

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Recorded Sunday, October 2, 2022.

Full show notes at www.kinoknits.com/blog/105.

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I'm back with the Megaliths Megacollection - and it's on Megasale! I chat about the last month as I prepare to travel to the Zombie Knitpocalypse knitting retreat.

See full show notes and photos at www.kinoknits.com/blog/104.

Recorded Sunday, June 19, 2022.

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It's been a while! But sorta kinda on purpose. Join me for a recap of the first Maryland Sheep and Wool Festival in 3 years - it's so good to be back!

Visit www.kinoknits.com/blog/103 for full show notes and photos.

Recorded Sunday, May 15, 2022.

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This episode brings knitting and machine knitting and spinning and embroidery and WHEW! See full show notes and photos at www.kinoknits.com/blog/102.

Recorded Wednesday, March 9, 2022.

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Surprise! I designed a vest! I also get into the knitty-gritty of design work feels, crochet, and spinning tension.

Plus, learn some surprising science about spiders in space.

Recorded Friday, February 18, 2022.

Full show notes and photos at www.kinoknits.com/blog/101.

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It's episode 100 of the Kino Knits podcast! I flash back a little to that first episode but also look forward, 'cause I'm already crushing some 2022 goals.

Let's go!

Full show notes and photos are available at www.kinoknits.com/blog/100.

Recorded Sunday, January 30, 2022.

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I've got plans for 2022... wanna hear about 'em?

Recorded Friday, February 14, 2022.

See full show notes and photographs at www.kinoknits.com/blog/099.

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Jesie Ostermiller (@knitty_jo, the author of The Colorwork Bible) joins me to announce our joint year-long knit-along for 2022: Head 2 Toe with Kino and Jo!

I also recap a lot of gift knitting and review how 2021 went.

See full show notes and photos at www.kinoknits.com/blog/098.

Recorded Wednesday, December 29, 2021.

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It's a rundown of all the gift knits I've got going on - plus a preview of a very special KAL for 2022.

Visit www.kinoknits.com/blog/097 for full show notes and photos.

Recorded Saturday, December 11, 2021.

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It's my recap of the New York State Sheep and Wool Festival, also known as Rhinebeck 2021.

There's an exciting few months ahead in Kino Knits land, so sign up for the Kino Knits newsletter at KinoKnits.com/newsletter so you don't miss a thing!

Full show notes and photos are at KinoKnits.com/blog/096.

Recorded Friday, November 5, 2021.

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I'm gearing up for Rhinebeck, and my #SisterSheepSpin handspun sweater is FINISHED!

For full show notes and pictures, visit www.kinoknits.com/blog/095.

Recorded Monday, October 11, 2021.

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Whew! August was a wash... so how about we catch up? I've released the new Mythology Collection, plus some socks, plus... were you aware that Goats in Sweaters are Cuter than Kittens in Mittens?

See full show notes and photos at www.kinoknits.com/blog/094.

Recorded Friday, September 17, 2021.

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I'm out in the world again! Join me for a recap of the Zombie Knitpocalypse 2021 retreat.

Recorded Sunday, July 4, 2021.

Full show notes and photos are at kinoknits.com/blog/093.

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I'm knitting and spinning up a storm and trying to keep clear of the cicadas. I've also got a recap of two virtual Maryland Sheep and Wool 2021 classes I took.

Recorded Wednesday, June 9, 2021.

See full show notes and photographs at www.kinoknits.com/blog/092.

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I'm back with a new episode and a couple new designs, just in time for Pride Month!

Check out full show notes and pictures at kinoknits.com/blog/091.

Recorded Tuesday, May 18, 2021.

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I'm having a quiet day at home and have multiple sweaters on the needles - who am I?

Recorded Friday, March 21, 2021.

Full show notes and pictures are at www.kinoknits.com/blog/090.

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I'm off to a slow start this year... and that feels right.

I've also got a giveaway for Jennifer Lassonde’s new Abington Mitts (Ravelry link), which coordinate with her Abington Hat (Ravelry link) and my Providence Station cowl (Ravelry link) from Point/Counterpoint, Vol. 5. Take 20% off the collection in the KinoKnits.com/shop or Ravelry through February 28, 2021, with coupon code FRIENDSHIP.

Recorded Monday, February 15, 2021.

See full show notes and photos at KinoKnits.com/blog/089.

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It's the first episode of 2021! I've got a look back at all the crafting in 2020 (thanks, pandemic) and am making my plans for 2021.

Full show notes and photos are at www.kinoknits.com/blog/088.

Recorded Sunday, January 10, 2021.

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It's a sprint to the finish with knitted (and crocheted?) Christmas gifts. I also get to chat with my friend Stephanie Lotven of Tellybean Knits, author of the new "Knit Happy with Self-Striping Yarn" book!

Recorded Monday, December 21, 2020.

See full show notes and pictures at www.kinoknits.com/blog/087.

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Join me for an interview with Kate Atherley. I've got a new design in her latest book, Outlander Knitting!

Visit www.kinoknits.com/blog/086 for full show notes and photos.

Recorded Monday, November 23, 2020.

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Let's craft some catharsis with the Dumpster Fire 2020 ornament! I've got details about the KAL, plus I spill the news that I have a new sock pattern coming in the Operation Sock Drawer book. Plus adorable lab rats. See full show notes at www.kinoknits.com/blog/085. Recorded Friday, October 16, 2020.

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I'm so excited to have my friend Jesie Ostermiller on the podcast to talk about her new book, The Colorwork Bible, available wherever books are sold for pre-order now (release date October 6, 2020). I'll also catch you up on all my latest projects!

See full show notes and photographs at www.kinoknits.com/blog/084.

Recorded Tuesday, September 22, 2020.

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Quick interview episode! Ali Telfer is the dyer behind Savvy Skeins. I used her Optimum DK yarn in my new pattern, the Elicit hat. I hope you enjoy our chat! Full show notes and photographs are at kinoknits.com/083. Recorded Thursday, August 27, 2020.

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Join me for a wide-ranging conversation with Lori Patterson of Abstract Fiber, the dyer behind my new Extemporize hat. We discuss inclusivity, knitting as radical feminism, and the power of art to start meaningful conversations.

Full show notes and photos are at kinoknits.com/082.

Recorded Sunday, August 23, 2020.

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More pandemic knitting and spinning and sewing... I've got two new designs and a new collection out, plus an interview with Bug Richardson Seling, the dyer behind KnitCircus Yarns, which I used for my new Elevate hat design.

Full show notes and photographs can be found at kinoknits.com/081.

Recorded Thursday, July 30, 2020.

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I've finished all the hats over here, attended the virtual Zombie Knitpocalypse at home, and have a chat with Lorri Ann Helberg of Arkansas Yarn Company, who custom-dyed the gorgeous yarn used in my Zanzibar Waves shawl pattern in the Knitting on Safari Collection. I've also got updates on how you can get my patterns in places other than Ravelry.

See full show notes at kinoknits.com/080.

Recorded Saturday, July 4, 2020.

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I'm a bit grumpy at the world... but I'm working my way through it with crafting and reading good but challenging books. Won't you join me?

Full show notes at kinoknits.com/079.

Recorded Thursday, June 18, 2020.

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I explain why all June 2020 profits from Kino Knits self-published patterns will go to the Southern Poverty Law Center... and then catch you up on what I've been knitting and spinning. I also answer a listener question!

Recorded Monday, June 1, 2020.

Full show notes and pictures at kinoknits.com/078.

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I've been continuing to craft at home and am having fun sharing on Instagram Live! I'll recount the latest projects, as well as several new sales... and launch a new shawl collection. Check out the Kino Knits Knitting on Safari Collection starting May 16, 2020!

Full show notes can be found at kinoknits.com/077.

Recorded Friday, May 15, 2020.

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It's a loooong episode to keep you company in quarantine! I'm continuing to craft all the things and am excited to chat this episode with Jennifer Lassonde of the Down Cellar Studio podcast, my collaborator for our new Point/Counterpoint, Volume 5 collection.

Full show notes and photographs are at kinoknits.com/076.

Recorded Thursday, April 30, 2020.

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More time at home means more time for crafts. In this episode, I recount knitting, spinning, sewing, weaving, embroidery, machine knitting... 

Full show notes can be found at kinoknits.com/075.

Recorded Thursday, April 16, 2020.

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This episode features a trip to Chicago, Illinois... and a whole lotta new social distancing reality. I also start an event to help us take care of each other.

See full show notes and pictures at kinoknits.com/074.

Recorded Wednesday, March 25, 2020.

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I've got a couple new patterns to share! I also review the results of the feedback about what you want more of in the podcast... and announce the winner of all the Kino Knits self-published patterns for 2020.

Full show notes and photos can be found at kinoknits.com/073.

Recorded Wednesday, February 12, 2020.

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Hi! Remember me? I've finally recorded Episode 072 with a recap of 2019 and some looking forward to 2020. Plus - enter to win all the Kino Knits self-published patterns in 2020!

Full show notes and photos can be found at kinoknits.com/072.

Recorded Monday, January 21, 2020.

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Lots of gift knitting and sales and fun related to the Indie Design Gift-a-long (GAL)!

Visit kinoknits.com/071 for full show notes and photos.

Recorded Wednesday, November 27, 2019.

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Join me for a recap of the Into the Wool Fiber Retreat 2019! I also discuss some new sock patterns and the less-admirable part of Nikola Tesla's legacy.

Full show notes can be found at kinoknits.com/070.

Recorded Friday, October 18, 2019.

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Hey... remember me? It's been a while! But I'm excited to be back with an interview with Katrina of Honeycomb Hills Hand-Dyed Yarn - just in time for the Into the Wool Fiber Retreat 2019. Hope you enjoy our chat!

Full show notes and photos can be found at kinoknits.com/069.

Recorded Sunday, September 15, 2019.

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I've got new designs, lots of WIPs, the winners of the Grad Your Stash 2019 KAL, and a recap of the Zombie Knitpocalypse 2019 retreat in Rochester, MN. Let's go!

Full show notes can be found at kinoknits.com/068.

Recorded Sunday, July 14, 2019.

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It's June, and I've had a flood of pattern releases, with three more to come this month! Catch up on all the knitting with me and find out why people in Senegal pay a fortune for fancy sheep. 

Visit kinoknits.com/067/ for full show notes and pictures.

Recorded Thursday, June 13, 2019.

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Join me for a recap of the 2019 Maryland Sheep and Wool Festival! I also announce the winner of the 2019 Refund KAL and update you on a few other KALs - ICYMI MKAL and the Grad Your Stash 2019 KAL. Also, what are YOUR economics of weaving in ends? Let me know in the Ravelry episode thread at https://www.ravelry.com/discuss/kino-knits/topics/3920928.

Full show notes and pictures of adorable sheep are at kinoknits.com/066.

Recorded Thursday, May 16, 2019.

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Quick episode of all the designs before I head to the Maryland Sheep and Wool! I've got a new collection out and a couple KALs coming up, including an MKAL, so tune in for all the details!

Visit kinoknits.com/065 for full show notes.

Recorded Wednesday, May 1, 2019.

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I'm working on all the shawls and took a trip to NYC to visit a couple amazing yarn stores, Knitty City and Purl Soho!

Visit kinoknits.com/064 for full show notes and pictures.

Recorded Friday, April 12, 2019.

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A little more disorganized than usual, but I seized the day to put out an episode! I've got a new cowl pattern out (Hon Worsted), recap the success of the Lots of Socks KAL, talk about a little design work, and a LOT of woolpiggery... some of which was enabled by a visit to the Homespun Yarn Party!

For full show notes, links, and photos, visit kinoknits.com/063.

Recorded Tuesday, March 26, 2019.

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Seems like I spend this entire episode talking about KALs! Listen in to see how you can enter and be part of some amazing community.

See full show notes at kinoknits.com/062.

Recorded Monday, February 25, 2019.

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I've got my 2019 knitting, crafting, and retreating plans locked in and am sharing on this episode! I'm also looking forward to some KALs and explain how I'm interpreting my 2019 word of the year: Care.

Full show notes can be found at kinoknits.com/061.

Recorded Wednesday, January 22, 2019.

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Whew! It's been a few weeks! Let's start off 2019 strong with a look back at 2018.

Full show notes can be found at kinoknits.com/060.

Recorded Saturday, January 5, 2019.

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We've got the winners of the Point/Counterpoint, Vol. 4 KAL, announcements about the next big KAL coming (spoiler: it's the Indie Giftalong 2018), and an update on my stance on Making Things. Also, knitting and spinning makes me feel like a superhero.

Full show notes and pictures can be found at kinoknits.com/059.

Recorded Sunday, November 18, 2018.

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Kino Knits is a featured designer on the new Making Things app! Think of it as Netflix for knitters and crocheters... pay one monthly fee and get full access to a huge library of amazing patterns to enable your making.

This episode features an interview with the founder of Making Things. To check out the platform, please access through https://makingthin.gs/kinoknits.

Full show notes can be found at kinoknits.com/058.

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My last five designs (the Haggle shawl and the Safari Mittens Collection) have all been in the same yarn - so I figured it was time to interview the dyer! Come listen to a chat with Lindsay English of The Fiber Seed, as well as other knitting and woolpiggery.

Full show notes and photographs are at kinoknits.com/057.

Recorded Monday, October 22, 2018

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It's my 3rd annual recap of the Into the Wool Fiber Retreat!

Full show notes are at kinoknits.com/056.

Recorded Sunday, October 7, 2018.

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I've got FOs and an interview with Joanna of Yarn Crush to share - as well as a chance for a listener to win 10 skeins of yarn with the new Love Knitting "How Long Will It Take to Knit This" calculator!

Full show notes and photographs can be found at kinoknits.com/055.

Recorded Sunday, September 16, 2018.

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This episode features an interview with Lisa Ross of Paper Daisy Creations as we chat about our new collaboration, the Point/Counterpoint, Volume 4, collection, now available through Ravelry!

Visit kinoknits.com/054/ to see full show notes and photographs.

Recorded Tuesday, August 28, 2018. 

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Lots of design work and chatting, plus a few giveaways. Plus I discuss my stash storage and the ways I keep it under control - hint: it involves Unwoolpiggery.

Recorded on Friday, August 10, 2018.

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This is the podcast episode I dreamed of doing before I even had a podcast. Join me for a visit to the Kenana Knitters and Kembu Cottages in Njoro, Kenya. Learn about a collective of Kenyan knitters who send their adorable creations all over the world, as well as dive into the history of one of the world's premier early female aviators, Beryl Markham.

Full show notes and photographs can be found at kinoknits.com/052 (click to visit).

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I'm back in Kenya! Listen as I revisit a few favorite places and update on lots of new design work. I'm also running a charity sale in July 2018 - 100% of the proceeds from sock pattern sales will go to RAICES.

See full show notes at kinoknits.com/051.

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For this 50th episode, my #knestie Holly joins me to ask listener questions.

Visit kinoknits.com/050 for full show notes.

Recorded Sunday, June 3, 2018.

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It's my favorite holiday of the year! Join me for a recap of the 2018 MD Sheep and Wool Festival. I also announce prize winners for the Tolstoy KAL.

Full show notes can be found at kinoknits.com/049.

Recorded Monday, May 15, 2018.

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Join me and some friends for the Charm City Yarn Crawl! We did interviews (and did some damage to our credit cards) along the way.

Full show notes can be found at kinoknits.com/048.

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Hi, knitters! I'm thrilled this episode to bring you an interview with Anna Strandberg of Dandelion Yarns, who dyed the lovely yarn I used in my new War and Peace shawl. It and two more shawls make up The Tolstoy Collection. We're running a KAL now with amazing prizes, including some of Anna's yarn, for people who knit the shawls, so have a listen!

Full show notes can be found at kinoknits.com/047.

Recorded Wednesday, April 11, 2018.

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Get ready for a new KAL! The Tolstoy KAL celebrates all that is Tolstoy, including knitting shawls from the new Kino Knits Tolstoy Collection and reading and watching Tolstoy's works. Listen to the episode for all the great details, plus a quick recap of the 2019 Homespun Yarn Party.

Full show notes can be found at kinoknits.com/046.

Recorded Monday, March 19, 2018.

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Lots of FOs to report this time... mostly because I haven't recorded in a while. I've got several things fresh off the needles and am looking about for my next project. I've also got a shawl collection in the works!

Full show notes can be found at kinoknits.com/045.

Recorded Monday, February 19, 2018.

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Join me for a recap of Vogue Knitting Live NYC. I also have a new cowl to share, the Hon Cowl.

Full show notes and photographs are at kinoknits.com/044.

Recorded Monday, January 22, 2018.

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Join me for a review of 2017 and plotting for 2018. I announce the winners of two contests and open another. What's your #makenine2018?

Full show notes and photographs can be found at kinoknits.com/043.

Recorded on Tuesday, January 2, 2018.

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This episode is a parade of FOs (mostly Christmas gifts and many of which I knit in the dark. I have an exciting announcement about my newest pattern and start a contest to win all the designs I will self-publish in 2018.

Full show notes and photos are at kinoknits.com/042.

Recorded on December 9 and 10, 2017.

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Join me for an interview with Pam Maher of the new yarn and fiber marketplace Fiber Crafty. I've also got lots of FOs, announce the release of a new ornament pattern, and get excited for the 5th annual Indie Design Gift-a-Long (GAL). There's also a new giveaway!

Full show notes can be found at http://kinoknits.com/041.

Recorded on Sunday, November 19, 2017.

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Welcome to episode 040! Settle in for a chat with Clare Devine of Knit Share Love, my partner for the new Point/Counterpoint, Vol. 3 collection!

Full show notes can be found at kinoknits.com/040.

Recorded Saturday, November 4, 2017.

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Join me for lots of WIPs and a chat with knitting designer Kathryn Folkerth. Enter to win her newest collection, Zanzibar Doors.

Full show notes and photographs are at kinoknits.com/039.

Recorded Saturday, October 21, 2017.

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In this episode, I give a recap of the Into the Wool Fiber Retreat 2017, announce the release of the With a Paddle and Without a Paddle hats (and tell you how to enter to win the patterns), and have a chat with Dana Hamilton of Unwind Yarn Company. 

Full show notes and pictures can be found at kinoknits.com/038.

Recorded October 14, 2017.

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I'm thrilled to welcome Rick of Whimzee Stitches to the podcast - hear all about his spectacular project bags and a way for you to help Hurricane Harvey victims. 

Full show notes and photos can be found at kinoknits.com/037.

Recorded Sunday, September 10, 2017.

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In this episode, I've got lots of design work to talk about - things are starting to come together for Fall after a very scattered Summer.

Full show notes and photographs can be found at kinoknits.com/036.

Recorded Friday, September 1, 2017.

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This episode is ALL knitting and spinning and designing content - and there's a lot of it! Includes two sneak peeks at my next two published patterns.

Visit kinoknits.com/035 for full show notes and photos.

Recorded on Sunday, July 30, 2017.

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In this episode, I draw for winners of the Graduate Your Stash KAL, announce a sock sale, unexpectedly review both a movie and shoes, and talk about some recent day trips with kids in Maryland.

Full show notes can be found at kinoknits.com/034, and feedback is welcome in the Kino Knits Ravelry group.

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It's time for all the KALs! The #MerrainMKAL is going strong, as it the Graduate Your Stash KAL (#GradYourStash2017). In this episode, I also give a rundown of a recent trip to London, including stopping by Loop London.

Full show notes can be found at kinoknits.com/033. Recorded on Friday, June 16, 2017.

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Jennifer Riester of jenknittingaround.com explains what tech editing is and why you should care. We are also deep in the Graduate Your Stash 2017 KAL and are looking forward to the Merrain MKAL, starting June 8!

Full shows notes can be found at kinoknits.com/032.

Recorded Saturday, May 27, 2017.

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It's time for the Graduate Your Stash KAL! This KAL aims to get you to turn your oldest stash into an FO. This quick mini-episode goes over all the rules, all of which can also be found in the Kino Knits Ravelry group at http://www.ravelry.com/discuss/kino-knits/topics/3623056. I hope you'll join us and take a chance at some fantastic prizes!

Recorded on Monday, May 15, 2017.

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Join me for a recap of the MD Sheep and Wool Festival! I'm also excited to announce the launch of my first mystery knit-along (MKAL), a single-skein shawl called Merrain.

Full show notes can be found at kinoknits.com/030.

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I'm excited to announce the start of my new newsletter, discuss several upcoming designs, and recap the Homespun Yarn Party.

See full show notes and photos at kinoknits.com/029.

Recorded Friday, April 21, 2017.

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Knitting and spinning and designing, oh my! Join me for a chat about all the projects keeping me occupied these days, plus an interview with the talented Kristen Jancuk of MediaPeruana Designs. 

Also, is it okay to give yourself permission to NOT knit?

Full show notes can be found at kinoknits.com/028. Join the Kino Knits Ravelry group at http://www.ravelry.com/groups/kino-knits to join in the conversation.

Recorded on Saturday, March 25, 2017.

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In this episode, I have lots of thanks to give. Listen to see if you won either of two recent giveaways and for a special coupon code for the Point/Counterpoint, Vol. 2 collection. I also recount a recent trip to Ottawa, Canada.

Full show notes can be found at kinoknits.com/027. Recorded on Tuesday, March 7, 2017.

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I'm so excited to announce the release of Point/Counterpoint, Volume 2 - a collection of four knitting accessories patterns - that I created together with Susie White of Prairie Girl Designs and the Prairie Girls Knit and Spin podcast. This episode includes a conversation we had all about how we created the patterns and the other designers who inspire us. Listen for a chance to win a copy of the collection.

Full show notes and photographs can be found at kinoknits.com/026.

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Welcome to 2017! In addition to the usual FOs and WIPs, this episode goes into great detail about why I do what I do as a podcaster, knitting designer, and member of the fiber community. I also review the evocative Sherlock Knits by Joanna Johnson and host a giveaway for Jenn Sheelen's New Horizons collection.

Full show notes and photos can be found at kinoknits.com/025.

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In this episode, I wrap up 2016 with lots of gift knitting and a review of whether I accomplished my 2016 knitting goals (or not... ahem...) This episode also features an interview with Maryland small business owner Dianna, whose Knitting Boutique is undergoing big and exciting changes for 2017.

Visit kinoknits.com/024 for full show notes and pictures.

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In this episode I preview the Indie Design Gift-A-Long 2016, share the details of my new pattern (Glorien, a sport-weight cowl), and take a trip to the MD Alpaca and Fiber Festival. I also announce a contest in which you can win all of the individual patterns I self-publish in 2017!

Thanks to all my listeners - I've now been podcasting for a year!

Visit http://kinoknits.com/023 to see full show notes and pictures.

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It's my first Rhinebeck! Listen to a recap of my trip to the New York State Sheep and Wool Festival. I met some cool people, wore some beautiful stuff, and engaged in a little woolpiggery.

Visit kinoknits.com/022 for full show notes and pictures.

Recorded on Wednesday, October 26, 2016.

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Join me for a little knitting, a little Rhinebeck prep, a recap of a Stephen West trunk show, and an interview with the woman who hosted it, Danielle Romanetti of Fibre Space in Alexandria, VA.

Visit kinoknits.com/021 for full show notes and pictures.

Recorded on various days from mid-September to early October, 2016.

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In this episode, I chat with my collaborator, Sarah Schira of Imagined Landscapes. We are THRILLED to announce the release of our new collaboration, Point/Counterpoint, Vol. 1, available now in Ravelry. Get the inside scoop on how this collection came to be and on the very different design processes of two indy knitting designers. 

I also announce winners for some great skeins of yarn, so listen to see if you've won!

Full show notes and pictures can be found at kinoknits.com/020. Recorded on Tuesday, September 27, 2016.

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This episode is a recap of the Into the Wool Fiber Retreat 2016 at Lake Frances, Tennessee. Buckle your seat belts for lots of woolpiggery!

Show notes can be found at http://kinoknits.com/019.

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Listen to this episode to hear about my collaboration with Crystal of Lilliput Yarn, the Tiny Trellis sock pattern. You'll also have a chance at a new giveaway, plus I announce winners for past giveaways.

Full show notes and lots of pictures can be found at http://kinoknits.com/018. Recorded on Friday, August 19, 2016.

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Lots of FOs, including my Rhinebeck Sweater! I'm also distracted by crochet a bit and take a trip to Slater Mill, a historic American cotton mill.

Show notes can be found at http://kinoknits.com/017. Recorded on Monday, August 1, 2016.

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This episode wraps up the Graduate Your Stash KAL and features and interview with my collaborator, Michelle Berry of Berry Colorful Yarnings. Listen for details of an exciting new sock kit and a chance at a giveaway!

Show notes can be found at http://kinoknits.com/016. Recorded on Sunday, July 17, 2016.

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This is the last regular episode from Kenya - I give away a couple prizes for participation in the Graduate Your Stash KAL, give away the Kenya prize packs, and take you on a safari to Amboseli National Park in Kenya.

Show notes can be found at http://kinoknits.com/015. Recorded on Monday, June 13, 2016.

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In this episode, I talk about the Graduate Your Stash KAL and other KALs, such as plotting for Stash Dash, do a lot of designing, and take you on some great hikes in Naivasha, Kenya. I also have a big announcement and a giveaway!

Full show notes and LOTS of pictures can be found at http://kinoknits.com/014. Recorded on Sunday, May 22, 2016.

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This episode has tons of FOs and the official launch of theGraduate Your Stash KAL! (#GradYourStash2016) I also introduce anew FREE pattern called Rybka (Wee Fishie) and take you on a tripto exotic Zanzibar, Tanzania.

Full show notes and LOTS of pictures can be foundat http://kinoknits.com/013. Recordedon Monday, May 2, 2016.

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Lots of finished objects! I also talk about my Rhinebeck sweater plans (thanks to everyone who voted), preview my new Adrenaline Junkie sock pattern for self-striping yarn, give a very favorable review to Unicorn Baby Beyond Clean fiber wash, and take you on a trip to Lalibela, Ethiopia, home of some of the most amazing sights I've ever seen. I also get you ready to take part in the Graduate Your Stash KAL, starting May 1.

Full show notes and LOTS of pictures of Lalibela can be found at http://kinoknits.com/012. Recorded on Saturday, April 2, 2016.

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Join me for a lovely chat with Kate of A Playful Day! I also draw a winner for the Henry's Hat giveaway from Episode 009 and get you started thinking about an upcoming KAL.

Complete show notes can be found at http://kinoknits.com/011. Interview recorded on Sunday, March 13, 2016.

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Barely escaped from the jaws of strep throat, I went ahead and recorded this episode. Help me choose my Rhinebeck sweater and hear about a trip to Lisbon, Portugal.

Complete show notes can be found at http://kinoknits.com/010. Recorded on Friday, March 12, 2016.

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So excited to interview Eric and Joanna Johnson, the authors of Henry's Hat and other knitting books! Please listen for a chance to win your very own copy!

Complete show notes can be found at http://kinoknits.com/009. Interview recorded on Tuesday, February 23, 2016.

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Finishing up a lot of FOs, plus a recap of a common day outing in Nairobi - the Karen neighborhood circuit to visit baby elephants, giraffes, the Kazuri bead factory, and more!

Complete show notes can be found at http://kinoknits.com/008. Recorded on Monday, February 8, 2016.

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Really excited about this episode! I have a new microphone, I talk about my 2016 goals, I announce the podcasts first giveaway, and I take you on a trip to a lost city in Watamu, Kenya. Hitch a ride on my camel.

Complete show notes can be found at http://kinoknits.com/007. Recorded on Friday, January 22, 2016.

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In this episode I:

  • wrap up my Christmas knitting,
  • call for test knitters for my new cabled wrap shawl design,
  • confess my love for Kate Atherley as I review her Custom Socks: Knit to Fit Your Feet book,
  • review my 2015 knitting and achievement (or not!) of 2015 knitting goals, and
  • take you on a trip to my favorite tourist destination in Nairobi, the Nairobi Railway Museum (complete with thrilling historical accounts.

Complete show notes can be found at http://kinoknits.com/006. Recorded on Sunday, December 27, 2015.

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In this episode, I travel to the super-exotic destination of Maryland, United States. I also have a knitting flashback to three past projects.

Full show notes can be found at http://kinoknits.com/005 (click on website). Recorded on December 13, 2015.

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LOTS of knitting, including several Christmas gifts, a new design gone awry, and a trip to Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, to visit Lucy.

Full show notes can be found at http://kinoknits.com/004 (click on website). Recorded on November 27, 2015.

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In this episode, I journey to Cape Town, South Africa, and binge on a LOT of new-to-me South African yarn! Also, I announce the release of a new design: the Skein Watch Socks.

Full show notes can be found at http://kinoknits.com/003 (click on website). Recorded on October 29, 2015.

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In this episode, I do a lot of knitting for my mother-in-law and take a safari to the Ol Pejeta Conservancy in Kenya, right on the Equator. 

Full show notes can be found at http://kinoknits.com/002 (click on website). Recorded on October 1, 2015.

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Welcome to the next big experiment from Kino Knits - a podcast! This episode establishes what to expect from the podcast and takes you on a trip to Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.

Full show notes, links, and photographs can be found at http://kinoknits.com/001 (click on web address). Recorded on September 12, 2015.