http://www.itsapurlman.com A site about a guy in Boston with yarn issues. Sun, 31 Mar 2013 14:52:45 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=5.8.4 3970856 2006-2008 podcast@itsapurlman.com (Guido Stein) podcast@itsapurlman.com (Guido Stein) 1440 http://www.itsapurlman.com/itsapurlman_com.png http://www.itsapurlman.com 144 144 A site about a guy in Boston with yarn issues. yarn,knit,fiber,sheep Guido Stein Guido Stein podcast@itsapurlman.com no no http://www.itsapurlman.com/2013/03/31/iapm82-a-potpourri-of-knitting/ http://www.itsapurlman.com/2013/03/31/iapm82-a-potpourri-of-knitting/#comments Sun, 31 Mar 2013 14:46:34 +0000 http://www.itsapurlman.com/?p=782 Continue reading "iapm82: A Potpourri Of Knitting"]]> http://www.itsapurlman.com/2013/03/31/iapm82-a-potpourri-of-knitting/feed/ 2 782 0:15:14 Potpourri Q&A Needles We Like Knitpicks Interchangeable Needles Addi Turbos Knitters Pride Dreamz Squee of the week/News Woody Alert [ravelry] All he touches turns to Cashmere[ny times] Other If you are reading this it’s probably b[...] Potpourri Q&A Needles We Like Knitpicks Interchangeable Needles Addi Turbos Knitters Pride Dreamz Squee of the week/News Woody Alert [ravelry] All he touches turns to Cashmere[ny times] Other If you are reading this it’s probably because you care about the show and are wondering about the gap between episodes. Well, knitting keeps having to take a back seat in my life to my job and other professsional development. Sadly, in the time since we recorded this so much has gone down in Boston, including Windsor button closing and Mind’s Eye going up for sale. We will continue to record, probably monthly for a little bit, but we want to work this out and make a great show that we can be proud of. So please bear with us. -Guido Podcasts Guido Stein no no http://www.itsapurlman.com/2013/02/04/iapm81/ http://www.itsapurlman.com/2013/02/04/iapm81/#respond Mon, 04 Feb 2013 22:43:17 +0000 http://www.itsapurlman.com/?p=775 Continue reading "iapm81: Sit n Knit"]]> http://www.itsapurlman.com/2013/02/04/iapm81/feed/ 0 775 0:18:21 In this episode, we interview the proprietress of Sit ‘n Knit in Melrose, MA.  She’s got some great yarn (and my favorite needles), and Guido and I both bought treats! We talked about the dude who sells knitting for what it’s wor[...] In this episode, we interview the proprietress of Sit ‘n Knit in Melrose, MA.  She’s got some great yarn (and my favorite needles), and Guido and I both bought treats! We talked about the dude who sells knitting for what it’s worth – check out this guy… Ravelry Thread of the Week Events: Men’s Spring Knitting Retreat The Common Cod Fiber Guild Fibercraft at MIT Fiber Farm Days Meet Up     Podcasts Guido Stein no no http://www.itsapurlman.com/2013/01/20/iapm80-gather-here/ http://www.itsapurlman.com/2013/01/20/iapm80-gather-here/#respond Sun, 20 Jan 2013 13:00:22 +0000 http://www.itsapurlman.com/?p=748 Continue reading "IAPM80: Gather Here"]]> http://www.itsapurlman.com/2013/01/20/iapm80-gather-here/feed/ 0 748 0:35:07 Gather Here Winter Wonderland In this episode, we interview the owner of Gather Here in Cambridge, MA.  Guido and I also delight you (we utterly delight you, I said) with tales of our current knitting projects: Quercus, Color Affection, and Baby Su[...] Gather Here Winter Wonderland In this episode, we interview the owner of Gather Here in Cambridge, MA.  Guido and I also delight you (we utterly delight you, I said) with tales of our current knitting projects: Quercus, Color Affection, and Baby Surprise Jacket.  Guido’s all aquiver over his yarn from Green Mountain Spinnery, so you should check them out if you haven’t yet done so.  Last but not least, please join us on Ravelry.  We’re dying (not dyeing, but maybe later) to hear from you!   Podcasts Guido Stein no no http://www.itsapurlman.com/2013/01/06/iapm79-2012-in-review/ http://www.itsapurlman.com/2013/01/06/iapm79-2012-in-review/#comments Sun, 06 Jan 2013 17:00:06 +0000 http://www.itsapurlman.com/?p=744 Continue reading "IAPM79: 2012 In Review"]]> http://www.itsapurlman.com/2013/01/06/iapm79-2012-in-review/feed/ 3 744 0:39:37 Jessica Hey listeners!  Are you ready for an all new 2.0 version of “It’s a Purl,  Man”?  The show has a brand new sound and a brand new co-host, ME (Jessica)! This week, it’s 2012 in review from a knitter’s perspect[...] Jessica Hey listeners!  Are you ready for an all new 2.0 version of “It’s a Purl,  Man”?  The show has a brand new sound and a brand new co-host, ME (Jessica)! This week, it’s 2012 in review from a knitter’s perspective, some information about upcoming events that you NEED to know, and a bit of a technical mystery. We are reviving the It’s A Purl, Man Ravelry group.   Links to stuff we talked about in this episode: Olympics Debacle Government Free VJJ Alasdair on Craftsy! Color Affection Aussi Sock Ignite Craft Boston Fiber Camp Boston   Podcasts Guido Stein no no http://www.itsapurlman.com/2012/07/23/iapm78-leslie-ann/ http://www.itsapurlman.com/2012/07/23/iapm78-leslie-ann/#comments Mon, 23 Jul 2012 05:25:53 +0000 http://www.itsapurlman.com/?p=738 Continue reading "IAPM78: Leslie Ann"]]> http://www.itsapurlman.com/2012/07/23/iapm78-leslie-ann/feed/ 38 738 0:23:06   On this weeks show I get to talk with Leslie Ann the new author of Cast On, Bind Off. Leslie Ann is a teacher who has just published her first book, and it’s a lot of book on a topic that comes into play with every knitting project. If[...]   On this weeks show I get to talk with Leslie Ann the new author of Cast On, Bind Off. Leslie Ann is a teacher who has just published her first book, and it’s a lot of book on a topic that comes into play with every knitting project. If you are interested in hearing more about this book feel free to check out the other great posts along the yarn parade tour: 7/9         Picnic Knits 7/10       Knit and Tonic 7/11       Zeneedle 7/12       Rambling Designs 7/13       Rambling Designs (pt. 2: Leslie Ann guest post) 7/14       Neo Knits 7/15       Knit & Nosh 7/16       Knitting at Large 7/17       Rebecca Danger 7/18       Lapdog Creations 7/19       Nutmeg Knitter 7/20       Yarnagogo 7/21       Weekend Knitter 7/22       knitgrrl 7/23       It’s a Purl, Man 7/24       Whip Up 7/25       Knitspot 7/26       Under the Humble Moon 7/27       Knitting Daily 7/28       Knitting School Dropout 7/29       Hugs for Your Head 7/30       The Knit Girllls Books, Podcasts Guido Stein no no http://www.itsapurlman.com/2012/05/26/iapm77-busy-week/ http://www.itsapurlman.com/2012/05/26/iapm77-busy-week/#comments Sat, 26 May 2012 19:40:02 +0000 http://www.itsapurlman.com/?p=730 Continue reading "IAPM77: Busy Week"]]> http://www.itsapurlman.com/2012/05/26/iapm77-busy-week/feed/ 2 730 0:26:52 This episode was put together in a On this episode created in a very busy crafty week. Tuesday included a trip to see Brenda Dayne of Cast-On at WEBS. Wednesday included a talk by Tara Swiger about her new book and marketing craft hosted by Gathe[...] This episode was put together in a On this episode created in a very busy crafty week. Tuesday included a trip to see Brenda Dayne of Cast-On at WEBS. Wednesday included a talk by Tara Swiger about her new book and marketing craft hosted by Gather Here. Friday rounded out the week with a talk by Clara Parkes at The Common Cod Fiber Guild. Lots of great talk about craft, memory, marketing, and passion. In my final remarks at the end of the show I mention the following: Chocolee Chocolates, Roflcon, Commuter Knitter Podcast, The Flog, Mind’s Eye Yarns   Podcasts Guido Stein no no http://www.itsapurlman.com/2012/05/06/iapm76-extreme-double-knitting/ http://www.itsapurlman.com/2012/05/06/iapm76-extreme-double-knitting/#comments Mon, 07 May 2012 01:37:47 +0000 http://www.itsapurlman.com/?p=724 http://www.itsapurlman.com/2012/05/06/iapm76-extreme-double-knitting/feed/ 4 724 0:22:06 52 Pickup Scarf In this episode I sit down with my close friend Alasdair Pot-Quinn to talk about knitting and his new book Extreme Double Knitting. We also talk a little about some of my favorite things like zefrank and Knittings Review 52 Pickup Scarf In this episode I sit down with my close friend Alasdair Pot-Quinn to talk about knitting and his new book Extreme Double Knitting. We also talk a little about some of my favorite things like zefrank and Knittings Review Podcasts Guido Stein no no http://www.itsapurlman.com/2010/10/25/iapm75-stitches-east-2010/ http://www.itsapurlman.com/2010/10/25/iapm75-stitches-east-2010/#comments Tue, 26 Oct 2010 02:55:20 +0000 http://www.itsapurlman.com/?p=711 Continue reading "IAPM75: Stitches East 2010"]]> http://www.itsapurlman.com/2010/10/25/iapm75-stitches-east-2010/feed/ 23 711 0:29:24 On today’s show Kimberly Reynolds and I talk shop about Stitches East. She is a super social media mover and shaker working for XRX(which BTW has finally started to make their website user friendly). She is very excited about the upcoming even[...] On today’s show Kimberly Reynolds and I talk shop about Stitches East. She is a super social media mover and shaker working for XRX(which BTW has finally started to make their website user friendly). She is very excited about the upcoming events. Also, I am offering up an awesome haloween inspired project bag from my friend Sue at Lovely Yarns in Baltimore. Listen to the show to find out how to enter the drawing. Podcasts Guido Stein no no http://www.itsapurlman.com/2010/10/03/iapm74-crashing-trunk-shows/ http://www.itsapurlman.com/2010/10/03/iapm74-crashing-trunk-shows/#comments Sun, 03 Oct 2010 23:07:11 +0000 http://www.itsapurlman.com/?p=705 http://www.itsapurlman.com/2010/10/03/iapm74-crashing-trunk-shows/feed/ 7 705 0:19:45 Brave New Knits Julie Turjoman Craft Work Knit Ann Weaver Events NY Sheep and Wool Oct 16-17th Rhinebeck, NY Stiches East Oct 28-31st Hartford, CT Fiber Festival of New England Nov 6-7th West Springfield, MA Vogue Knitting Live! Jan 21-23[...] Brave New Knits Julie Turjoman Craft Work Knit Ann Weaver Events NY Sheep and Wool Oct 16-17th Rhinebeck, NY Stiches East Oct 28-31st Hartford, CT Fiber Festival of New England Nov 6-7th West Springfield, MA Vogue Knitting Live! Jan 21-23rd New York, NY Podcasts Guido Stein no no http://www.itsapurlman.com/2010/04/05/iapm73-its-about-time/ http://www.itsapurlman.com/2010/04/05/iapm73-its-about-time/#comments Tue, 06 Apr 2010 02:48:52 +0000 http://www.itsapurlman.com/?p=694 http://www.itsapurlman.com/2010/04/05/iapm73-its-about-time/feed/ 4 694 0:24:12 Catching up and sharing the many events I have been working on. Make Mine Local Designer Showcase FiberCamp Boston Annie Modesitt’s online classes After The camp page TNNA Survey Gale Zucker Photo fun at Juniper Moon Farm FiberCrawl Maryland [...] Catching up and sharing the many events I have been working on. Make Mine Local Designer Showcase FiberCamp Boston Annie Modesitt’s online classes After The camp page TNNA Survey Gale Zucker Photo fun at Juniper Moon Farm FiberCrawl Maryland Sheep and Wool After Party Podcasts Guido Stein no no http://www.itsapurlman.com/2009/11/07/iapm72-rhinbeck-and-more/ http://www.itsapurlman.com/2009/11/07/iapm72-rhinbeck-and-more/#comments Sat, 07 Nov 2009 05:12:01 +0000 http://www.itsapurlman.com/?p=669 Continue reading "IAPM72: Rhinebeck and more"]]> http://www.itsapurlman.com/2009/11/07/iapm72-rhinbeck-and-more/feed/ 5 669 0:40:12 Joanne Seiff Joanne Seiff, author of Knit Green and Fiber Gathering, joins me on the show to talk about Rhinebeck, fiber events, and the complicated landscape of bring green. She is very knowledgeable about both fiber and the environment and breaks [...] Joanne Seiff Joanne Seiff, author of Knit Green and Fiber Gathering, joins me on the show to talk about Rhinebeck, fiber events, and the complicated landscape of bring green. She is very knowledgeable about both fiber and the environment and breaks it all down for us in her writing. Many, many thanks to my friend Alanna at Tactile Travel for taking me on her tour to Rhinebeck. Her tour was wonderful and filled with fiber, history, and wonderful people. Also… I am working on so many projects I hope you can be patient with me as I work towards getting the show out and putting on some major events with my guild. If you are in Boston please come out and join the fun. Podcasts Guido Stein no no http://www.itsapurlman.com/2009/10/15/iapm71-itty-bitty-toys/ http://www.itsapurlman.com/2009/10/15/iapm71-itty-bitty-toys/#respond Thu, 15 Oct 2009 13:36:14 +0000 http://www.itsapurlman.com/?p=640 Continue reading "IAPM71: Itty Bitty Toys"]]> http://www.itsapurlman.com/2009/10/15/iapm71-itty-bitty-toys/feed/ 0 640 0:35:20 On Todays show I have a great discussion with Susan B Anderson about her new book “Itty Bitty Toys“. She shares her influences and thoughts about the book as well as her other projects. In the Yarn-a-lot I talk about my joy of finally ma[...] On Todays show I have a great discussion with Susan B Anderson about her new book “Itty Bitty Toys“. She shares her influences and thoughts about the book as well as her other projects. In the Yarn-a-lot I talk about my joy of finally making it to Creative Fibers in Windsor, CT (near Hartford). I am also getting ready to go on a trip with Tactile Travel to Rhinebeck, wehre I will be live posting my trip to fibercrawl.com over the weekend. You can also follow my live feed through my twitter account. Podcasts Guido Stein no no http://www.itsapurlman.com/2009/10/07/iapm70-reaching-into-the-back-of-the-stash/ http://www.itsapurlman.com/2009/10/07/iapm70-reaching-into-the-back-of-the-stash/#comments Wed, 07 Oct 2009 11:37:26 +0000 http://www.itsapurlman.com/?p=624 Continue reading "IAPM70 – Reaching Into The Back Of The Stash"]]> http://www.itsapurlman.com/2009/10/07/iapm70-reaching-into-the-back-of-the-stash/feed/ 2 624 0:17:07 On today’s show I have an interview with Kathy Elkins of WEBS America’s Yarn Store. She blogs and has a podcast about the yarn that comes into the shop and the many interesting people in the fiber industry.     Projects Little [...] On today’s show I have an interview with Kathy Elkins of WEBS America’s Yarn Store. She blogs and has a podcast about the yarn that comes into the shop and the many interesting people in the fiber industry.     Projects Little Bubbles (KnitPicks) Quincy (by Brooklyn Tweed) Common Cod Fiber Guild Make Mine Local Fiber Arts Fashion Showcase FiberCamp Boston Other Links Knit a Journey Podcasts Guido Stein no no http://www.itsapurlman.com/2009/09/27/iapm69-yarn-bombing/ http://www.itsapurlman.com/2009/09/27/iapm69-yarn-bombing/#comments Sun, 27 Sep 2009 19:02:45 +0000 http://www.itsapurlman.com/?p=617 http://www.itsapurlman.com/2009/09/27/iapm69-yarn-bombing/feed/ 2 617 0:45:25 On today’s show Mandy Moore and Leanne Praine talk about there newly released book Yarn Bombing. It’s a guide to kntting graffiti and the very public world of knitting. On today’s show Mandy Moore and Leanne Praine talk about there newly released book Yarn Bombing. It’s a guide to kntting graffiti and the very public world of knitting. Podcasts Guido Stein no no http://www.itsapurlman.com/2009/08/11/iapm68-summer-tnna-2009-spectacular/ http://www.itsapurlman.com/2009/08/11/iapm68-summer-tnna-2009-spectacular/#comments Wed, 12 Aug 2009 02:12:27 +0000 http://www.itsapurlman.com/?p=604 Continue reading "IAPM68 – Summer TNNA 2009 Spectacular"]]> http://www.itsapurlman.com/2009/08/11/iapm68-summer-tnna-2009-spectacular/feed/ 2 604 0:55:35 This show is chock full of interviews from the Summer TNNA 2009. If that isn’t enough, check out the live feed post here. Many thanks to Buffalo Gold for taking me in and letting me go to the show. Interviews Chrissy Gardiner of Gardiner Yar[...] This show is chock full of interviews from the Summer TNNA 2009. If that isn’t enough, check out the live feed post here. Many thanks to Buffalo Gold for taking me in and letting me go to the show. Interviews Chrissy Gardiner of Gardiner Yarn Works talks about her designs and new book Toe-Up! Patterns and Worksheets to Whip Your Sock Knitting Into Shape Diana of Ewe and I in Nartberth, PA Beth Smith of The Spinning Loft(home of the Batt Bar)n Howell, MI Amy King of Spunky Eclectic talks about her new book Spin Control: Techniques for Spinning the Yarns You Want Abby Franquemont (fiber evangelist, ask to see her cape) of Abby’s Yarns Special thanks to Kat for setting up the three fibery interviews above Dave Van Stralen, President of Louet North America Carol Sulcoski of Go Knit in Your Hat Susan and Jill of Y2knits (they like travel tuscany, knit continental,  and organize designers for knit garments ) Sue Caldwell of Lovely Yarns in Baltimore (queen of the knitting Huns) Laurel Murphy of HandKnitting.com Vallery of Mountain Meadow Wool Mill in Buffalo, Wyoming Podcasts Guido Stein no no http://www.itsapurlman.com/2009/07/26/iapm67-colorful-people-and-pets/ http://www.itsapurlman.com/2009/07/26/iapm67-colorful-people-and-pets/#comments Mon, 27 Jul 2009 02:29:26 +0000 http://www.itsapurlman.com/?p=598 http://www.itsapurlman.com/2009/07/26/iapm67-colorful-people-and-pets/feed/ 2 598 0:31:19 On todays episode My friend Deb reviews Pet Projects and Kristin Nicholas talks about some fun going ons at her farm. I also play a promo for a fun new podcast called Kiping it real. On todays episode My friend Deb reviews Pet Projects and Kristin Nicholas talks about some fun going ons at her farm. I also play a promo for a fun new podcast called Kiping it real. Podcasts Guido Stein no no http://www.itsapurlman.com/2009/07/07/iapm66/ http://www.itsapurlman.com/2009/07/07/iapm66/#comments Wed, 08 Jul 2009 01:53:20 +0000 http://www.itsapurlman.com/?p=595 Continue reading "IAPM66: Pirates and Designers"]]> http://www.itsapurlman.com/2009/07/07/iapm66/feed/ 6 595 0:13:49 In this Episode my friend Jen shares some insite into the Design Copyright discussion. Jen also posted more about it here. I would love to hear you thoughts on this issue. Sadly, this show is very short. I am having a hard time finding my voice as I[...] In this Episode my friend Jen shares some insite into the Design Copyright discussion. Jen also posted more about it here. I would love to hear you thoughts on this issue. Sadly, this show is very short. I am having a hard time finding my voice as I switch from an older computer setup to a new one. Still trying to get comfortable with new computer/mic. I think I will be back in full swing again by the end of the summer. ADDED: Oh yeah… I have started to play promos for other knitting podcasts again. This week I played one for KnitScape. Podcasts Guido Stein no no http://www.itsapurlman.com/2009/06/21/iapm65/ http://www.itsapurlman.com/2009/06/21/iapm65/#comments Mon, 22 Jun 2009 03:35:31 +0000 http://www.itsapurlman.com/?p=533 Continue reading "IAPM65:TNNA Updates with link love"]]> http://www.itsapurlman.com/2009/06/21/iapm65/feed/ 4 533 0:35:41 I went to TNNA and all I brought you back is this lousy post… OK, this post and and two podcasts. Todays show is a quick overview of my weekend… secrets revealed… First, all the time below is GMT, so please subtract 4 hours for the[...] I went to TNNA and all I brought you back is this lousy post… OK, this post and and two podcasts. Todays show is a quick overview of my weekend… secrets revealed… First, all the time below is GMT, so please subtract 4 hours for the real time. I put all the pieces together into chronological order and have added names and links so that you can find out more about the great people and things I found on the TNNA floor. Friday ok... what should I bring today bahhh! sheep of convention look this is what I should have packed taken from Zealana booth Voice Mail Jun 12 03:42 PM – Michael from Universal Yarn daddys got a new bag Michael from Universal Yarn Voice Mail Jun 12 05:49 PM – Kimberly from the Alpaca Yarn Company sandy from utopia fiber arts in dayton LIVE AWESOME VIDEO UPDATE with MARLY Cocoon by Universal Yarn Kraemer Yarn (silver) Jacques Cartier Clothier (qiviuk/Vacuna) Buffalo Gold (Buffalo) Bijou Spun (yak) Zealana (possum) Voice Mail Jun 12 06:48 PM – Jenny tells all Jenny is rockin it at Cup O Joes Jenny twitters here Barry's at North market rocks Barry’s can be found here Voice Mail Jun 13 12:39 AM – Angela from the Alpaca Yarn Company Voice Mail Jun 13 12:43 AM – Owner of Black Sheep LYS the black sheep flock from florida I think that this is the shop here hard at work at the ice cream shop again... This is a picture that I tweeted about Jenny and Kim tweeting… super Meta Saturday Voice Mail Jun 13 01:53 PM Elissa and the Kuku Dolls bahhh... with kuku dolls Sheep make friends with the kuku dolls Voice Mail Jun 13 03:06 PM Annie from Annie Adams Jewelry stitschmarker neclase from annie adams Annie Adams had some beautiful stuf including these hematite stitch markers and necklace Voice Mail Jun 13 03:15 PM – Carol from Farmhouse Yarns danger crafts at deep south fibers Multiple monsters patterns on one CD!! Hanging at the Deep South Fiber booth My favorite booth to grab some water and chill was Deep South Fibers Voice Mail Jun 13 03:47 PM – Donna from Deep South Fibers Hanging with the danger craft monsters Deep South Fibers had some amazing monsters LIVE AKWARD VIDEO UPDATE Deep South Fibers Roo Designs Tamsco Instruments Handy Hands Tatting Interweave Classic Elite varian from atlanta This is a listener who heard me and then showed me her awesome new designs Voice Mail Jun 13 04:20 PM – Jamie from Interweave Voice Mail Jun 13 05:39 PM – Chrissy(and her new book) from Gardiner Yarn Work caffaknitted by katie park in gardiner yarn works booth Pretty pretty in the Gardiner Yarn Work booth Voice Mail Jun 13 05:52 PM Hansi and her new book hansi and the sheep...bahhh!! I have the biggest knitting crush on Hansi and her new book (maybe I can get her to design me a sheep to knit?) let them tweet cake with interweave Jessica poses for me at Interweave’s “let them tweet cake” event Voice Mail Jun 13 07:39 PM – The Ladies from Lovely Yarn and special guest talk about Jeni’s Ice Cream, Alchemy Yarns, and Qiviut Voice Mail Jun 13 08:16 PM – Marly in the PolarKnit Booth mega big blue balls Marly of yarnthing podcast pointed out these fleece big blue balls by polarknits offhand designs knitting bags Offhand Designs makes beautiful bags from sophisticated fabrics Voice Mail Jun 13 08:50 PM – Guido is Overwhelmed by TNNA cookie a sheep I totally begged Cookie A to pose with the sheep (squee) Voice Mail Jun 13 10:11 Pm – Julia from Twist Collective Sunday y2knit ladies...bahh! Y2Knit, like you need a reason 2Knit Voice Mail Jun 14 03:44 PM – Kathy Elkin from WEBS (was supposed to be video, oh well) Voice Mail Jun 14 03:56 PM – Joan from White Lies Designs Annie Modesitt in a mask... ;} Annie Modesitt is an amazingly talented masked crusader Voice Mail Jun 14 04:29 PM – Cecily and Melissa, authors of the upcoming New England knits in front[...] Podcasts, Uncategorized Guido Stein no no http://www.itsapurlman.com/2009/06/09/iapm64-spinning-through-may/ http://www.itsapurlman.com/2009/06/09/iapm64-spinning-through-may/#comments Wed, 10 Jun 2009 02:58:36 +0000 http://www.itsapurlman.com/?p=516 Continue reading "IAPM64: Spinning through May"]]> http://www.itsapurlman.com/2009/06/09/iapm64-spinning-through-may/feed/ 4 516 0:45:45 On the show I do some catching up with yall… and I have a great interview with Jacey Boggs of Insubordiknit. She talks about living through this economy as a spinner and her fun spinning DVD called Sit And Spin. My friends and I will be sharin[...] On the show I do some catching up with yall… and I have a great interview with Jacey Boggs of Insubordiknit. She talks about living through this economy as a spinner and her fun spinning DVD called Sit And Spin. My friends and I will be sharing our experience at TNNA here: http://drop.io/TNNAupdate I will be doing a live video update at 12:30pm on Friday/Saturday/Sunday of this weekend for TNNA.  You can find the stream here: http://www.itsapurlman.com/tnnaupdate/ Podcasts Guido Stein no no http://www.itsapurlman.com/2009/05/03/iapm63-ian-max/ http://www.itsapurlman.com/2009/05/03/iapm63-ian-max/#comments Mon, 04 May 2009 01:26:50 +0000 http://www.itsapurlman.com/?p=501 http://www.itsapurlman.com/2009/05/03/iapm63-ian-max/feed/ 3 501 0:13:04 I am in DC with IAN MAX… I am in DC with IAN MAX… Podcasts Guido Stein no no http://www.itsapurlman.com/2009/04/25/iapm61walking-and-talking/ http://www.itsapurlman.com/2009/04/25/iapm61walking-and-talking/#comments Sat, 25 Apr 2009 15:10:57 +0000 http://www.itsapurlman.com/?p=498 Continue reading "IAPM61:Walking and Talking"]]> http://www.itsapurlman.com/2009/04/25/iapm61walking-and-talking/feed/ 8 498 0:43:12 On todays episode I do a little catching up… I announce the winners of the Annie Get Your Needles giveaway. I review It Itches and Knitting for Good. I open a drawing to Get the word out about @GuidoS Dreamy Maryland Sheep and Wool After Party[...] On todays episode I do a little catching up… I announce the winners of the Annie Get Your Needles giveaway. I review It Itches and Knitting for Good. I open a drawing to Get the word out about @GuidoS Dreamy Maryland Sheep and Wool After Party. If you post to a blog or twitter an announcement about the party with a link to the event page today or tommorrow and then let me know about it in the comments I will enter you int a drawing for a grab bag of 3 fun prizes. I need to get a head count together for Monday so I am doing what I can to get people resgistered for the party. Also.. I share my views on second wave feminism and the sisterhood and how this makes me feel really disinfranchised and how I feel knititing is a family of everyone… oh yeah… I read some email too… All this and the sounds of a beautiful spring Saturday morning in Boston on todays show Podcasts Guido Stein no no http://www.itsapurlman.com/2009/04/24/late-night-beseaching/ http://www.itsapurlman.com/2009/04/24/late-night-beseaching/#comments Fri, 24 Apr 2009 04:31:41 +0000 http://www.itsapurlman.com/?p=491 Continue reading "Late night Beseaching"]]> http://www.itsapurlman.com/2009/04/24/late-night-beseaching/feed/ 5 491 0:04:42 Come check out the fun at @GuidoS Dreamy MS&W After Party I know this is last minute, and that is why I am asking all of you to help me… We need people to know this party is happening and to register this weekend ASAP. I am sure that you [...] Come check out the fun at @GuidoS Dreamy MS&W After Party I know this is last minute, and that is why I am asking all of you to help me… We need people to know this party is happening and to register this weekend ASAP. I am sure that you can blog/twitter/facebook/call someone you know who is going and ask them to sign up or pass this information along. thanks in advance for all your help.. the show will be back this weekend and then I will be recording from the Maryland Sheep and Wool… awesome… hope to see you there… (seriously) Podcasts Guido Stein no no http://www.itsapurlman.com/2009/03/10/iapm61casting-on-tweets/ http://www.itsapurlman.com/2009/03/10/iapm61casting-on-tweets/#comments Tue, 10 Mar 2009 09:00:42 +0000 http://www.itsapurlman.com/?p=478 Continue reading "IAPM61:Casting On Tweets"]]> http://www.itsapurlman.com/2009/03/10/iapm61casting-on-tweets/feed/ 9 478 0:27:47 Prelude – Alanna Nelson is the force behind Tactile Travel and is planning to cast on for a trip to NH sheep and wool in the spring. Act 1 – Melesa Sundquist blogs about her life, knitting, and free form bras at her blog Stances and Stit[...] Prelude – Alanna Nelson is the force behind Tactile Travel and is planning to cast on for a trip to NH sheep and wool in the spring. Act 1 – Melesa Sundquist blogs about her life, knitting, and free form bras at her blog Stances and Stitches Music Break 1 – The Midnight Fog by After Sun Act 2 – Annie Modesitt is designer, knitter, and just all around extraordinary person. You can follow her day to day vistories on her blog, modeknit.com. She was originally on the program in episode 59. Music Break 2 – Rollin Kisatchie yamomanem Act 3 – Stephen HizKnits blog is HizKnits.com and is podcast is Y Knits. Music Break 3 – Positive Tension Bloc Party Act 4 – Christine is a writer and a friend who is getting the word out about her work on casting on of her family. You can find out more about her and her family at their site www.peymanifamily.com. You can find out more about the adoption agency they are working with at www.adoptionhelp.org. Music Break 4 – Chelsea Brando Quin and the RavenPheat Musicians Podcasts Guido Stein no no http://www.itsapurlman.com/2009/02/22/iapm60kim-is-my-first-name/ http://www.itsapurlman.com/2009/02/22/iapm60kim-is-my-first-name/#respond Sun, 22 Feb 2009 21:52:32 +0000 http://www.itsapurlman.com/?p=473 Continue reading "IAPM60:Kim is my first name"]]> http://www.itsapurlman.com/2009/02/22/iapm60kim-is-my-first-name/feed/ 0 473 0:23:41 Kim Werker joins me on the show to talk about her dream and where that has brought her. She is a major player in the online crocheting and fiber communities. She has written books and edited major magazines. But she still thirsts for more. ack[...] Kim Werker joins me on the show to talk about her dream and where that has brought her. She is a major player in the online crocheting and fiber communities. She has written books and edited major magazines. But she still thirsts for more. ack… I totally appluad her for her ability to calmly move from career to career… I would freak… I hope that she gets her hokking habit back. Here are the aussie links I mentioned in the show: Etsy Shop for donations Blogger who is doing a drawing for donatino collections The Red Cross in Australia The song I played today is be Ingrid Michaelson. Podcasts Guido Stein no no http://www.itsapurlman.com/2009/02/15/iapm59annie-get-your-needles/ http://www.itsapurlman.com/2009/02/15/iapm59annie-get-your-needles/#comments Sun, 15 Feb 2009 12:53:12 +0000 http://www.itsapurlman.com/?p=465 Continue reading "IAPM59:Annie get your Needles"]]> http://www.itsapurlman.com/2009/02/15/iapm59annie-get-your-needles/feed/ 29 465 0:33:49 Award Winning Book Annie Modesitt talks to me about her books, her life and then I make her cry. Akward… Warning this show is very real and in your face which is the only way I think Annie knows how to be. So if you don’t want to connect[...] Award Winning Book Annie Modesitt talks to me about her books, her life and then I make her cry. Akward… Warning this show is very real and in your face which is the only way I think Annie knows how to be. So if you don’t want to connect with someone real, please move on. Go buy her  book now and say hi to her on her blog. To be added to the drawing for her book/yarn please comment to this post sharing your passion. So, let’s say at least two sentences… the drawing will be open until the end of the month. Podcasts Guido Stein no no http://www.itsapurlman.com/2009/02/07/iapm58-stoked-about-2009/ http://www.itsapurlman.com/2009/02/07/iapm58-stoked-about-2009/#comments Sat, 07 Feb 2009 23:08:05 +0000 http://www.itsapurlman.com/?p=462 Continue reading "IAPM58: Stoked about 2009"]]> http://www.itsapurlman.com/2009/02/07/iapm58-stoked-about-2009/feed/ 3 462 0:47:49 Back on the mic, I am so excited about all the projects I am working on this year. I hope to hear from listeners about what they are up to and let me know if you would like to do a FiberCamp in your neck of the woods… Many thanks to those of y[...] Back on the mic, I am so excited about all the projects I am working on this year. I hope to hear from listeners about what they are up to and let me know if you would like to do a FiberCamp in your neck of the woods… Many thanks to those of you who comment and keep me in line with the show. On todays show: 2009/2008 stuff music Johnny Apple Seed what have you been up to catching up Setting the tone music Alpaca Cheese Other things I was rambling on about today: Common Cod Fiber Guild Fiber Camp Fiber Camp Boston Knitters Review (Clara Parkes) Podcasts Guido Stein no no http://www.itsapurlman.com/2008/12/12/iapm57boston-handmade-downtown/ http://www.itsapurlman.com/2008/12/12/iapm57boston-handmade-downtown/#comments Fri, 12 Dec 2008 11:53:26 +0000 http://www.itsapurlman.com/?p=422 Continue reading "IAPM57:Boston Handmade Downtown"]]> http://www.itsapurlman.com/2008/12/12/iapm57boston-handmade-downtown/feed/ 3 422 0:21:38 Courtesy of Boston Handmade Blog Jessica Burko (the force behind Boston Handmade) and some of the exhibitors at Boston Handmade Downtown (located here) sit down with me to talk about the holidays and fiber fun. Jen of Blue Alvarez, Lynn of Cozy Cott[...] Courtesy of Boston Handmade Blog Jessica Burko (the force behind Boston Handmade) and some of the exhibitors at Boston Handmade Downtown (located here) sit down with me to talk about the holidays and fiber fun. Jen of Blue Alvarez, Lynn of Cozy Cottage Creations, and Sedruola of Sedruola’s Yarn Obsession all have some interesting insight on making stuff for people as gifts and getting through the holiday season. Also… I have an update about my Knit One Save One (KOSO) project. Some stores I have contacted have offered to collect caps as well as hand out some donated materials for me. You can pick up two balls of yarn (courtesy of Kraemer Yarns) for making hats for KOSO while supplies last and drop off caps for KOSO until Sunday January 18th at the following locations:(in alphabetical order) Mind’s Eye Yarns in Porter Square Windsor Button in Downtown Crossing Woolcott and Company in Harvard Square While there is some confusion about deadlines and what is written on KOSO’s brochure, I assure you we have until the end of January to send in the caps. I would like to thank all the people who are donating caps to KOSO and the following companies for donating yarn for my KOSO project: Kraemer Yarns Westminster Fibers The Yarn and Fiber Company Podcasts Guido Stein no no http://www.itsapurlman.com/2008/11/25/iapm56mr-gobbles/ http://www.itsapurlman.com/2008/11/25/iapm56mr-gobbles/#comments Tue, 25 Nov 2008 12:14:55 +0000 http://www.itsapurlman.com/?p=417 http://www.itsapurlman.com/2008/11/25/iapm56mr-gobbles/feed/ 6 417 0:38:05 Today’s episode has an interview with Beverly of Ewe’ll Love it in NH. I also talk about my Knit One Save One Project, my pattern is coming soon. Finally I tell you a thanksgiving story about me and my sister and the Macy’s parade,[...] Today’s episode has an interview with Beverly of Ewe’ll Love it in NH. I also talk about my Knit One Save One Project, my pattern is coming soon. Finally I tell you a thanksgiving story about me and my sister and the Macy’s parade, here is the photo: My family are all a bunch of turkeys... MUSIC: Yoga Master by Lee Coulter Podcasts Guido Stein no no http://www.itsapurlman.com/2008/11/18/iapm55one-take-wonder/ http://www.itsapurlman.com/2008/11/18/iapm55one-take-wonder/#comments Tue, 18 Nov 2008 17:39:25 +0000 http://www.itsapurlman.com/?p=405 Continue reading "IAPM55:One Take Wonder"]]> http://www.itsapurlman.com/2008/11/18/iapm55one-take-wonder/feed/ 4 405 0:41:49 On today’s show I do some catching up. I recorded the whole thing in one take and only added some music a the end. The last couple of weeks have been a lot of fun and I have been knitting and crocheting up a storm. My brother got me started wo[...] On today’s show I do some catching up. I recorded the whole thing in one take and only added some music a the end. The last couple of weeks have been a lot of fun and I have been knitting and crocheting up a storm. My brother got me started working on the Knit One Save one project and have had a lot of support from all the folks I run into. Perhaps I will put together an event for January for this project. Music is by Chris Ayer “A Starfish In The Front Yard” More links to come… Added somewat LATER: This show has a lot of discussion of my insane knitting life and the many things that are going on in Boston. I also talk a little bit about my friend Gary and his wife Lynn… I also talk about Prairie Home Companion and the song sailing around the room. In my yarn-a-lot I talk about a hat I made for my friend gary of made of some Cascade 220 619 which I covet. I am also making a baby sweater out of some awesome organic cotton(it’s like terry cloth). I am making a couple of Olive You hats from Itty Bitty Hats. Many thanks to Kraemer Yarns and Westminster Fiber for donating to my Knit One Save One Project. Podcasts Guido Stein no no http://www.itsapurlman.com/2008/10/22/iapm54sad/ http://www.itsapurlman.com/2008/10/22/iapm54sad/#comments Wed, 22 Oct 2008 12:09:17 +0000 http://www.itsapurlman.com/?p=401 Continue reading "IAPM54:S.A.D."]]> http://www.itsapurlman.com/2008/10/22/iapm54sad/feed/ 4 401 0:35:33 So… show notes will come up later.. but for the moment I am having technical difficulties and am going to spend my time trying to get the links working again so that this end up in the feed… so this post is going to be updated tonight wi[...] So… show notes will come up later.. but for the moment I am having technical difficulties and am going to spend my time trying to get the links working again so that this end up in the feed… so this post is going to be updated tonight with all sort of good stuff about the show including my two interviews and music and a little bit more about the passing of Lynn. Added LATER.. much LATER: On the show I interview Janice Kissinger, Director of Slater Mill in Rhode Island and Cindy, Owner of The Yarn and Fiber Company in NH. I would like to thank Jane from Porter Square Books for helping the guild (I messed up the website on the show)host The Yarn Harlot. I would also like to thank Franklin ans Stephanie for for speakinin Boston. If you would like to learn more about my friend Lynn Votour and Gary Votour please visit her caring bridge site. Gary would appriciate any donations made in Lynn’s name to the Caring Bridge. The service they provide s crucial for the families of people in the hospital. The music on the show comes from the Podshow Network and I played the Mega Bottle Ride by Joe Strummer and the Mescaleros on todays show. (this song really chokes me up and make me happy and sad at the same time… weird) Finally… thank you all for your suggestions for working through my feelings about friends lost. Sorry the show notes took so long. (also, the title is a little nod toward the Seasonal Affective Disorder, because I get down in the fall..) Podcasts, Uncategorized Guido Stein no no http://www.itsapurlman.com/2008/08/17/iapm53-local-yarn-shops-at-nena-2008/ http://www.itsapurlman.com/2008/08/17/iapm53-local-yarn-shops-at-nena-2008/#comments Mon, 18 Aug 2008 02:22:11 +0000 http://www.itsapurlman.com/?p=361 Continue reading "IAPM53: Local Yarn Shops at NENA 2008"]]> http://www.itsapurlman.com/2008/08/17/iapm53-local-yarn-shops-at-nena-2008/feed/ 2 361 0:00:01 The ladies from Creative Warehouse and their Kuku knitted dolls Many thanks to Jan Anderson super yarn rep of “All About Yarn” for inviting me to NENA. She is a gracious host and very proud of the yarn companies that she reps. Also, man[...] The ladies from Creative Warehouse and their Kuku knitted dolls Many thanks to Jan Anderson super yarn rep of “All About Yarn” for inviting me to NENA. She is a gracious host and very proud of the yarn companies that she reps. Also, many thanks to the folks at Blue Heron for giving me a table and hanging out with me during the day. Thanks to those of you who sat down with me at NENA, including: Monica from Stix and Stitches from Montclair, NJ (the better Montclair) Helen from Mt. Laurel Yarn Boutique in Sturbridge, MA Cynthia from Knitting Central in Westport, CT Janet from Country Village Yarn shop in Groton, MA Laura from Creative Fibers in Windsor, CT Elissa from Creative Warehouse in Needham, MA Other stuff I talked about during the show: Knit out 2008 in Lexington on October 5th from Noon to 5pm Y Knit Podcast has a great episode about the Men’s Spring Knitting Retreat Finally: Franklin Habit is speaking at the first Common Cod Fiber Guild meeting on September 12th Podcasts Guido Stein no no http://www.itsapurlman.com/2008/06/27/iapm52wwkip2008/ http://www.itsapurlman.com/2008/06/27/iapm52wwkip2008/#comments Fri, 27 Jun 2008 12:10:16 +0000 http://www.itsapurlman.com/?p=338 Continue reading "iapm52:WWKIP2008"]]> http://www.itsapurlman.com/2008/06/27/iapm52wwkip2008/feed/ 6 338 0:25:06 Here is what WWKIP 2008 looked like in Boston: Behold, David Sedaris’s willy warmer This is swatchy Watch out for these guys when knitting in public Check out the birds dirty work Finally, I saw this later that day at Foxwoods and had t[...] Here is what WWKIP 2008 looked like in Boston: Behold, David Sedaris’s willy warmer This is swatchy Watch out for these guys when knitting in public Check out the birds dirty work Finally, I saw this later that day at Foxwoods and had to share: Here are some links from the show: Boston Hand Made Sarah Mac Band Wendy’s Modest Dress Events, Podcasts Guido Stein no no http://www.itsapurlman.com/2008/05/14/iapm51ma-sheep-wool-2008/ http://www.itsapurlman.com/2008/05/14/iapm51ma-sheep-wool-2008/#comments Wed, 14 May 2008 12:20:52 +0000 http://www.itsapurlman.com/?p=328 Continue reading "iapm51:MA Sheep & Wool 2008"]]> http://www.itsapurlman.com/2008/05/14/iapm51ma-sheep-wool-2008/feed/ 3 328 0:35:58 Today’s show is all about the Massachusetts Sheep and Woolcraft Show. My three Guest will be participating in the event which happens over memorial day weekend in Cummington, MA. It’s a great show and if you are in the new england or Ne[...] Today’s show is all about the Massachusetts Sheep and Woolcraft Show. My three Guest will be participating in the event which happens over memorial day weekend in Cummington, MA. It’s a great show and if you are in the new england or New York area it is a great way to spend the day. My punkin and I had such a great time last year that I offered to help promote the show this year. I am glad I did, it has made for a great chance to meet some new people and catch up with friends. I hope you enjoy the podcast and come out to Cummington to check out the sheep show. In this episode I speak with Gale Zucker one of the authors of Shear Spirit. She has traveled to many farms and has brought back the stories and photos of people living their passions. She will be signing books on Sunday morning at the Botanical Shades booth. My second guest, Andrea Colyer, is one of the owners of Greenwood Hill Farm. You may remember Andrea from episode 33. We catch up a little and talk about the MA Sheep show. I also gush about how much I love the Merino yarn that she makes on her farm. My final guest, Louise Walsh, of Evergreen Farm shares her stories about being in the small and fuzzy business. She is a crafty and powerful force in the bunny business and has a lot to tell us about how wonderful the community at the MA sheep and wool is. Thanks to all the vendors who were willing to be on the show. I hope that we get to visit in the future in person. Podcasts Guido Stein no no http://www.itsapurlman.com/2008/04/22/iapm50baby-boogy/ http://www.itsapurlman.com/2008/04/22/iapm50baby-boogy/#comments Wed, 23 Apr 2008 00:21:01 +0000 http://www.itsapurlman.com/?p=325 Continue reading "iapm50:Baby Boogy"]]> http://www.itsapurlman.com/2008/04/22/iapm50baby-boogy/feed/ 3 325 0:48:48 First, many thanks to my special guest/co-host Susan B. Anderson. She is the wonderful author of Itty Bitty Hats and Itty Bitty Nursery. She is also one of the first people in the knitting world to trust me with a book review, even after listening t[...] First, many thanks to my special guest/co-host Susan B. Anderson. She is the wonderful author of Itty Bitty Hats and Itty Bitty Nursery. She is also one of the first people in the knitting world to trust me with a book review, even after listening to the show. I love her books and can’t get enough of them. Susan joins me via phone/skype and Alasdair mans the sound board for me. (My apologize for the sound, but I tried my best…) Alasdair also is the voice of the chat room who joined durring the live… live… live… recording. Other things that came up during the show: Viking Chicken Hat Lucinda Guy Roo Designs Debbie Bliss Elizabeth Zimmerman Susan’s Booties Saartje Booties Candi Jensen Erika Knight The Knitted Farmyard World of Knitted toys Finally I would also like to thank Hapto for turning me onto her sister’s new CD, go and check it out. I played The Bird Song and C’est Noye from her new album Chameleon by Victoria Vox, Hapto’s sister. one more thing… I am going to start a summer hope chest knit a long, I will put up some notes on this in the coming weeks Podcasts Guido Stein no no http://www.itsapurlman.com/2008/04/13/iapm49dorchester/ http://www.itsapurlman.com/2008/04/13/iapm49dorchester/#comments Sun, 13 Apr 2008 06:05:26 +0000 http://www.itsapurlman.com/2008/04/13/iapm49dorchester/ Continue reading "iapm49:Dorchester"]]> http://www.itsapurlman.com/2008/04/13/iapm49dorchester/feed/ 5 322 0:25:18 On today’s show I sit down with Annissa at Stitch House Dorchester. Her store is the newest kid on the block in Boston. It’s a great space and a lot closer than I thought. The song I played is Don’t Loose Touch by Against Me. Fin[...] On today’s show I sit down with Annissa at Stitch House Dorchester. Her store is the newest kid on the block in Boston. It’s a great space and a lot closer than I thought. The song I played is Don’t Loose Touch by Against Me. Finally, I am working with others on starting a Friday night knitting guild in Boston and we need space… if you work at a local college or large corporation near a T stop and can provide some space, please email me at podcast at itsapurlman dot com. Podcasts Guido Stein no no http://www.itsapurlman.com/2008/04/07/iapm48sheep-and-goat-retirment-home/ http://www.itsapurlman.com/2008/04/07/iapm48sheep-and-goat-retirment-home/#comments Tue, 08 Apr 2008 01:11:39 +0000 http://www.itsapurlman.com/2008/04/07/iapm48sheep-and-goat-retirment-home/ Continue reading "iapm48:Sheep and Goat Retirment Home"]]> http://www.itsapurlman.com/2008/04/07/iapm48sheep-and-goat-retirment-home/feed/ 10 320 0:00:01 This episode is about Google Maps and Marthaâ€s Vineyard Fiber Farm. Susan, from Marthaâ€s Vineyard Fiber Farm, explains how a sheep CSA works and tells us about the vibrant agricultural community on the Vineyard. Also, Go to the Inaugural: Marthaâ€[...] This episode is about Google Maps and Marthaâ€s Vineyard Fiber Farm. Susan, from Marthaâ€s Vineyard Fiber Farm, explains how a sheep CSA works and tells us about the vibrant agricultural community on the Vineyard. Also, Go to the Inaugural: Marthaâ€s Vineyard Fiber Fest April 19, 2008 at the New Ag Hall in W. Tisbury The event will run from 10:00 a.m. to 5 p.m. If you are doing a day trip from Boston or other points in Massachusetts my friend Alanna is organizing a trip. There is also a weekend package if you are interested that can be found on the fiber festival website. I am still collecting entries for the 50 episode drawing which will now include fun toys donated by my friend Hapto, some books, and some fiber…. To add yourself to the entries please comment on this episode letting me know when you have added a review to Google Maps for your LYS (I will believe you because fiber people are an honorable sort, right). If you would like to learn more about how to do the Google map edit thing please check out the Google Tutorial(it’s not as cool as my demo, but it will do). Finally, if you would like to record an intro for my 50th episode, or record your version of the purl man song I would be happy to play it on the 50th episode. Please send it to me at podcast[at]itsapurlman[dot]com. oh yeah… LIVE…LIVE…LIVE EPISODE 50 APRIL 20TH 11:00AM EST http://live.yahoo.com/itsapurlman SUPER SPECIAL SECRET GUEST (VIA PHONE) There will be a live drawing for some good stuff that was not included in the big drawing. Podcasts Guido Stein no no http://www.itsapurlman.com/2008/03/31/iapm47knitini-and-other-drinks/ http://www.itsapurlman.com/2008/03/31/iapm47knitini-and-other-drinks/#comments Tue, 01 Apr 2008 02:44:33 +0000 http://www.itsapurlman.com/2008/03/31/iapm47knitini-and-other-drinks/ http://www.itsapurlman.com/2008/03/31/iapm47knitini-and-other-drinks/feed/ 9 318 0:37:16 Todays episode is a little bit of rambling on my part about Pawsox stitch and pitch and wecansolveit.org. Tink and Wink sit down to talk about there shop Yarn’s in the Farms. Music today was provided by Dust Rhinos (Jedi Drinking Test) more s[...] Todays episode is a little bit of rambling on my part about Pawsox stitch and pitch and wecansolveit.org. Tink and Wink sit down to talk about there shop Yarn’s in the Farms. Music today was provided by Dust Rhinos (Jedi Drinking Test) more show notes later. Podcasts Guido Stein no no http://www.itsapurlman.com/2008/03/17/iapm46-two-year-pod-o-versary/ http://www.itsapurlman.com/2008/03/17/iapm46-two-year-pod-o-versary/#comments Tue, 18 Mar 2008 01:53:49 +0000 http://www.itsapurlman.com/2008/03/17/iapm46-two-year-pod-o-versary/ Continue reading "iapm46-Two Year Pod-O-Versary"]]> http://www.itsapurlman.com/2008/03/17/iapm46-two-year-pod-o-versary/feed/ 17 313 0:50:07   My special guest Sarah (Haptotope) joins me for a little two year gittyness. I have been working really hard to get this out, I have also been working really hard to get some much needed excercise in so I don’t get mcuh time at night to wor[...]   My special guest Sarah (Haptotope) joins me for a little two year gittyness. I have been working really hard to get this out, I have also been working really hard to get some much needed excercise in so I don’t get mcuh time at night to work on this and need to get some sleep. I will update the show notes tomorrow night. also… there is a drawing for lot’s of good stuff please listen to the show for information about the drawing. also… there are lots of fun people at the end of the show who I would like to thank… Kat at Let’s knit 2gether has some video of the show being put together. Intro Music Please send in what you want tree knitting http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=33gMlGkw1xY   http://www.haptotrope.com/crafty/foliose/Page1.html bike gang http://www.scul.org etsy/flickr/ravelry: haptotrope.etsy.com (check sold items) www.flickr.com/haptotrope www.ravelry.com/haptotrope Pluckyfluff/ INtertwined: Pluckyfluff.com   http://www.amazon.com/Intertwined-Handspun-Patterns-Creative-Revolution/dp/1592533744 Emperor Norton’s Stationary Marching Band www.ensmb.com www.myspace.com/ensmb Podcasts Guido Stein no no http://www.itsapurlman.com/2008/03/01/iapm45-the-live-one/ http://www.itsapurlman.com/2008/03/01/iapm45-the-live-one/#comments Sat, 01 Mar 2008 17:57:16 +0000 http://www.itsapurlman.com/2008/03/01/iapm45-the-live-one/ Continue reading "iapm45-The Live One"]]> http://www.itsapurlman.com/2008/03/01/iapm45-the-live-one/feed/ 7 306 1:01:22 Jackie at Wild and WoollyOn todays show I feature an interview with Jackie of Wild and Woolly. Today’s show was broadcast live and it was a lot of fun, I hope that people join me as I try this again next Saturday, time is going to be TBD. Ya[...] Jackie at Wild and WoollyOn todays show I feature an interview with Jackie of Wild and Woolly. Today’s show was broadcast live and it was a lot of fun, I hope that people join me as I try this again next Saturday, time is going to be TBD. Yarn-a-lot z of znits podcast Sherril of belle of ball podcast Cath of Anglesey UK, emailed me and asked that I share he blog with the group www.knitterscarlet.blog.co.uk News Stuff Luflic “In the round” Chair, felted or stitched Upcoming events MARCH 29 The Official Boston Yarn Party Stash Swap – 11-4 at the Somerville Public Library (main branch on higland) survey Flickr APRIL 19 Martha’s Vineay 26 Gore Place in Waltham MAY 3-4 Maryland Sheep and Wool 4-5 New England Needle Arts Trade Show (like TNNA only here) 10-11 Newhampshire Sheep and Wool 16-18 Men’s spring knitting retreat 24-25 MA Sheep and Wool JUNE 14 World Wide Knit in Public Day ?? JULY 7 Stitch and Pitch Lowell spinners email jhealy@lowellspinners.com MUSIC Cheers To You by Dust Rhinos Podcasts Guido Stein no no http://www.itsapurlman.com/2008/01/23/iapm-44-loom-with-a-view/ http://www.itsapurlman.com/2008/01/23/iapm-44-loom-with-a-view/#comments Wed, 23 Jan 2008 12:09:20 +0000 http://www.itsapurlman.com/2008/01/23/iapm-44-loom-with-a-view/ Continue reading "IAPM 44: Loom with a View"]]> http://www.itsapurlman.com/2008/01/23/iapm-44-loom-with-a-view/feed/ 13 297 0:25:21 On today’s show: I yarn-a-lot about my current projects and 2008. I play a recording by Queer Joe and share info about the Men’s Knitting Retreat. Then I sit down and talk with Betsy of A Loom With A View in Newburyport, MA. Finally I r[...] On today’s show: I yarn-a-lot about my current projects and 2008. I play a recording by Queer Joe and share info about the Men’s Knitting Retreat. Then I sit down and talk with Betsy of A Loom With A View in Newburyport, MA. Finally I rant a little about my Fat Nano and stuff. Here is the Powerful weaved bag that Betsy talks about on the show, love the colorway. Here is a link to the Hemlock Ring Blanket project and the KAL at WEBS. Here is a link to the Mostly Merino site where I made the Very Simple Shawl project. This was a great first shawl project, so fast, so easy, so pretty… I have a new. simpler email address for you to send me your thought, podcast@itsapurlman.com. I have also updated my flikr account. Podcasts Guido Stein no no http://www.itsapurlman.com/2007/12/05/iapm43the-circle-due/ http://www.itsapurlman.com/2007/12/05/iapm43the-circle-due/#comments Wed, 05 Dec 2007 11:57:16 +0000 http://www.itsapurlman.com/2007/12/05/iapm43the-circle-due/ Continue reading "IAPM43:The Circle Due"]]> http://www.itsapurlman.com/2007/12/05/iapm43the-circle-due/feed/ 12 284 0:49:47 This episode concludes the interview with Allison of Circles Knitting Salon. This episode continues to explore her knitting store dream and what has become of it since she started the store. The annual Bazaar Bizarre is Dec. 9th. Nicole the Geek has[...] This episode concludes the interview with Allison of Circles Knitting Salon. This episode continues to explore her knitting store dream and what has become of it since she started the store. The annual Bazaar Bizarre is Dec. 9th. Nicole the Geek has started a group for It’s a Purl Man listeners on Ravelry Pam of Lick My Sticks is holding court at Eva’s Yarn Shop in Fairhaven, MA on Dec. 9th at 10am. It’s a Ravelry brunch, but even if you are not a member yet I am sure that you are welcome to join the knitting mayhem. (oh yeah, this is episode 43 not 42 as I say in the show. What can I say… at 6:00am I can’t count) Podcasts Guido Stein no no http://www.itsapurlman.com/2007/11/27/iapm42-the-circle/ http://www.itsapurlman.com/2007/11/27/iapm42-the-circle/#comments Wed, 28 Nov 2007 03:45:28 +0000 http://www.itsapurlman.com/2007/11/27/iapm42-the-circle/ Continue reading "IAPM42: The Circle"]]> http://www.itsapurlman.com/2007/11/27/iapm42-the-circle/feed/ 15 283 0:57:16 This episode is the first half of a story told by Allison about her knitting store dreams. Alison is a pillar of knitting in the Boston area. She runs Circles, teaches knitting at her store and during the knit-outs, is a mother of a fantastic and fu[...] This episode is the first half of a story told by Allison about her knitting store dreams. Alison is a pillar of knitting in the Boston area. She runs Circles, teaches knitting at her store and during the knit-outs, is a mother of a fantastic and funny little girl, and is always a welcome presence at any knitting circle. Her story echos the hopes and desires of many knitting folk. Basically, she wanted a place to knit with others without having to say a word… really what more do any of us want… (except then to blab on about everything…) Podcasts Guido Stein no no http://www.itsapurlman.com/2007/11/11/iapm41-back-from-vacation/ http://www.itsapurlman.com/2007/11/11/iapm41-back-from-vacation/#comments Mon, 12 Nov 2007 03:12:06 +0000 http://www.itsapurlman.com/2007/11/11/iapm41-back-from-vacation/ Continue reading "IAPM41: Back From Vacation"]]> http://www.itsapurlman.com/2007/11/11/iapm41-back-from-vacation/feed/ 24 279 0:31:35 Hey all… I have a new show… Alasdair joins me on the show to talk a little about Double Knitting and I flub my way through a wrap up of the last couple months. MUSIC End of the world is by The Crabs Lost my way is by Matthew Ebel UPDATE[...] Hey all… I have a new show… Alasdair joins me on the show to talk a little about Double Knitting and I flub my way through a wrap up of the last couple months. MUSIC End of the world is by The Crabs Lost my way is by Matthew Ebel UPDATED NOTES: Alasdair is working on a Dragon Shawl which his girlfriend has dubbed Trogdor Ewan (who I met at PodCampBoston2)recommends Hector & Russell for purchasing a Sporran. Tom Bihn is the place to get the Swift knitting bag, the StuffIt: Yarn Stuff Sack, ClearlyOrganized: Clear Organizer Pouch (so much better than zip lock). I am running a drawing until Dec 7th for a StuffIt bag,post or send me your thoughts about lightness or heaviness of knitting and how that plays out in your life (listen to the show for more details). Alasdair tells me a bit about Double knitting, his Ravelry DK group, suasage hats and more. I forget the word trivet and my love for the Interweave Style Series. Podcasts Guido Stein no no http://www.itsapurlman.com/2007/08/20/iapm40never-invest-in-yarn-futures/ http://www.itsapurlman.com/2007/08/20/iapm40never-invest-in-yarn-futures/#comments Tue, 21 Aug 2007 02:52:51 +0000 http://www.itsapurlman.com/2007/08/20/iapm40never-invest-in-yarn-futures/ Continue reading "iapm40:Never invest in Yarn Futures"]]> http://www.itsapurlman.com/2007/08/20/iapm40never-invest-in-yarn-futures/feed/ 12 260 0:30:50 Patience, by lovely friend who is on team chuppah… joins me in a little literary episode(live from her yarn den). We review Cast On, Bet’s Off and Casts Off by the Yarn Harlot. The rest of the show goes real political. We ponder what th[...] Patience, by lovely friend who is on team chuppah… joins me in a little literary episode(live from her yarn den). We review Cast On, Bet’s Off and Casts Off by the Yarn Harlot. The rest of the show goes real political. We ponder what the election holds for us Knitters and what we, as knitters, should expect from our candidates (free the hemp and don’t let foreign yarns get too expensive). Check out this entry by the Subway Knitter also thinking about the upcoming election and the link to the Slate article. Let me know what you think about the upcoming knitting election. Does anyone know if there is a knitting reflief group for Peru… How can I help? This week’s drawing is about knitting literature. Please comment about how you think knitting could be incorporated into a book. Can it be a part of good literature, do you have a favorite? other: Loom With A View(Newbury) (saw some fair trade yarn goodness there)(need a link) Rhinebeck (get on the bus) Yes Dear!! Mostly Merino (simple shawl for my pumkin) Yes Dear!! Books, Podcasts Guido Stein no no http://www.itsapurlman.com/2007/08/12/iapm39-fiber-revival/ http://www.itsapurlman.com/2007/08/12/iapm39-fiber-revival/#comments Mon, 13 Aug 2007 00:46:11 +0000 http://www.itsapurlman.com/2007/08/12/iapm39-fiber-revival/ Continue reading "IAPM39: Fiber Revival"]]> http://www.itsapurlman.com/2007/08/12/iapm39-fiber-revival/feed/ 3 259 0:31:33 In todays episode I hang out with Julia and do a little catching up. After my usual rambling we talk about her upcoming event, The Fiber Revival. It’s a event that is going to happen next week!!! Go check it out. The winner of the Charmed Knit[...] In todays episode I hang out with Julia and do a little catching up. After my usual rambling we talk about her upcoming event, The Fiber Revival. It’s a event that is going to happen next week!!! Go check it out. The winner of the Charmed Knits Book is Phyllis. Music: How The Wind Must Feel by Amy Kuney Events, Podcasts Guido Stein no no http://www.itsapurlman.com/2007/07/13/iapm38-muggle-madness/ http://www.itsapurlman.com/2007/07/13/iapm38-muggle-madness/#comments Fri, 13 Jul 2007 12:39:53 +0000 http://www.itsapurlman.com/2007/07/13/iapm38-muggle-madness/ Continue reading "IAPM38: Muggle Madness"]]> http://www.itsapurlman.com/2007/07/13/iapm38-muggle-madness/feed/ 43 251 0:26:30 Todays show is a gab-a-thon about a very special series of knitting books, that’s right… Harry Potter. Alison Hansel, author of Charmed Knits and the Blue Blog, and Jane Jacobs, owner and head knitter wrangler at Porter Square Books, joi[...] Todays show is a gab-a-thon about a very special series of knitting books, that’s right… Harry Potter. Alison Hansel, author of Charmed Knits and the Blue Blog, and Jane Jacobs, owner and head knitter wrangler at Porter Square Books, join me in a fun discussion about knitting, Potter, and being obsessed with both. Contest: Comment about what you think is going to be in the next book or share some of your harry potter love to enter a drawing for Alison’s fun new book Charmed Knits. I will pull names in two weeks and announce the winner on the show. Podcasts Guido Stein no no http://www.itsapurlman.com/2007/06/19/iapm37brightly-colored/ http://www.itsapurlman.com/2007/06/19/iapm37brightly-colored/#comments Wed, 20 Jun 2007 03:02:48 +0000 http://www.itsapurlman.com/2007/06/19/iapm37brightly-colored/ Continue reading "iapm37:Brightly Colored"]]> http://www.itsapurlman.com/2007/06/19/iapm37brightly-colored/feed/ 11 249 0:34:33 On todays show ,Omly Omly does the Yarn-a-lot. I share a little about how much I love Tom Bihn and his little pouches. My friends are traveling around the world, if you are in Sol Korea and are willing to show Lucy around, please drop me a line. Sus[...] On todays show ,Omly Omly does the Yarn-a-lot. I share a little about how much I love Tom Bihn and his little pouches. My friends are traveling around the world, if you are in Sol Korea and are willing to show Lucy around, please drop me a line. Susan is going to be touring in Italy with the Dedham Choral. Check out a new video knitting blog by Charles. Todays interviews are with Kristin Nicholas and Julia Nicholas. Music: One Everything I have been getting some vvoicemails, but for some reason they are all cut off. So please try calling the voice mail line again 206-888-4187. Next show the Sunday after next and then a very special Harry Potter Round table.. :) Podcasts Guido Stein no no http://www.itsapurlman.com/2007/06/03/iapm36dyeing-on-the-farm/ http://www.itsapurlman.com/2007/06/03/iapm36dyeing-on-the-farm/#comments Mon, 04 Jun 2007 02:46:24 +0000 http://www.itsapurlman.com/2007/06/03/iapm36dyeing-on-the-farm/ Continue reading "IAPM36:Dyeing on the Farm"]]> http://www.itsapurlman.com/2007/06/03/iapm36dyeing-on-the-farm/feed/ 9 231 0:31:30 On today’s show, I get a little yarn-a-lot assist from Kris, I plug Knitters Uncensored (love it), and I do an interview with Carol Martin of farm house yarn. The Music at the end is Apple Sauce verses Sour Cream by the Levees Also, WWKIP in C[...] On today’s show, I get a little yarn-a-lot assist from Kris, I plug Knitters Uncensored (love it), and I do an interview with Carol Martin of farm house yarn. The Music at the end is Apple Sauce verses Sour Cream by the Levees Also, WWKIP in Copley on Saturday… I can’t wait to be all out in public for pride weekend. Also, thanks Sonia for pointing out this video. Also, Shannon has a podcast over here. Podcasts Guido Stein no no http://www.itsapurlman.com/2007/05/28/iapm35spin-control/ http://www.itsapurlman.com/2007/05/28/iapm35spin-control/#comments Mon, 28 May 2007 12:09:49 +0000 http://www.itsapurlman.com/2007/05/28/iapm35spin-control/ Continue reading "iapm35:Spin Control"]]> http://www.itsapurlman.com/2007/05/28/iapm35spin-control/feed/ 10 225 0:48:50 Today we hear from Dee‘s kids about stash management. Two of my New England podcasting friends share some of there thoughts (CC CHAMPAN & Chris from The Finacial Aid Podcast). I have three knitting podcast promos, WOW, from Stitch Stud an[...] Today we hear from Dee‘s kids about stash management. Two of my New England podcasting friends share some of there thoughts (CC CHAMPAN & Chris from The Finacial Aid Podcast). I have three knitting podcast promos, WOW, from Stitch Stud and His Bride, Knitting Time Together, & SubKnit. I got to hang our with the Shiela and Jonathon Bosworth at there home and record and interview about them and there company, Journey Wheel. Finally, since the show time gets away from me anyway I play ‘Am I awake’ from one of my all time favorite bands, They Might Be Giants. Please contribute to the show with comments either here in the post, by email at 2skiens@itsapurlman.com, or using the NEW voicemail number at 206-888-4187. I am looking for what’s on your needle’s because everyone knows what’s on mine.. the chuppah, and it’s not that exciting. :NOTE: I had some technical difficulties getting this up on the websiet on Sunday, so it took a whole day to get the mp3 out. The good news is that I am using a smaller file type to make it easier to download. Just thought you should know. :NOTE2: Apparently the new format does not work well with the player. So I will diabled it. Please download the show and listen to it on your computer. :NOTE3: Charles’ website about knitting and spanish knitting is located here. Podcasts Guido Stein no no http://www.itsapurlman.com/2007/05/10/iapm44button-over-boston/ http://www.itsapurlman.com/2007/05/10/iapm44button-over-boston/#comments Thu, 10 May 2007 11:39:45 +0000 http://www.itsapurlman.com/2007/05/10/iapm44button-over-boston/ http://www.itsapurlman.com/2007/05/10/iapm44button-over-boston/feed/ 2 223 0:00:01 OK.. I have to get to work, but I wanted to put this episode out with my interview with Susan from Windsor Buttons in lovely downtown Boston. More notes later… Oh yeah, this is not 33a, I decided it should get it’s own number OK.. I have to get to work, but I wanted to put this episode out with my interview with Susan from Windsor Buttons in lovely downtown Boston. More notes later… Oh yeah, this is not 33a, I decided it should get it’s own number Podcasts Guido Stein no no http://www.itsapurlman.com/2007/05/05/iapm33momfarm/ http://www.itsapurlman.com/2007/05/05/iapm33momfarm/#comments Sun, 06 May 2007 02:03:30 +0000 http://www.itsapurlman.com/2007/05/05/iapm33momfarm/ Continue reading "iapm33:Mom&Farm"]]> http://www.itsapurlman.com/2007/05/05/iapm33momfarm/feed/ 11 219 0:47:41 My mom joins me on the podcast today. It’s not Mothers day yet, but hey… it is a honor to get her to show up in Boston seeing as she spends most of her time in Chile. Most days she can be found in her B&B / MUSEUM in Cobquecura with[...] My mom joins me on the podcast today. It’s not Mothers day yet, but hey… it is a honor to get her to show up in Boston seeing as she spends most of her time in Chile. Most days she can be found in her B&B / MUSEUM in Cobquecura with her many guests. Andrea & Tom of Greenwod Hill Farm Today’s interview is with the nice folks at Greenwood Hill Farm in Hubbardston, MA. Andrea and Tom share some great insight into what farm life is like and what it means to be local. When I visited them to do the interview they were at the begining of the sheep birthing process. Now they are probably on the Sheep & Wool Circuit. If you rin into them, say hi… and if you end up touching their yarn you may have trouble putting it down (it’s so incredibly soft and excelent for dyeing) Show notes and links will be updated soon. MUSIC this week is by ‘Salsa di Soy’ by Boom Boom Beckett Podcasts Guido Stein no no http://www.itsapurlman.com/2007/03/24/iapm32harlot-in-the-park/ http://www.itsapurlman.com/2007/03/24/iapm32harlot-in-the-park/#comments Sun, 25 Mar 2007 01:51:12 +0000 http://www.itsapurlman.com/2007/03/24/iapm32harlot-in-the-park/ Continue reading "iapm32:Harlot in the Park"]]> http://www.itsapurlman.com/2007/03/24/iapm32harlot-in-the-park/feed/ 42 214 0:51:22 So… Kimberly and I represented all day and this show is about found on this amazing day in NYC!!! I would like to thank everyone who contributed to the day and new friends who gave me so much to share with everyone. If I missed you in this sho[...] So… Kimberly and I represented all day and this show is about found on this amazing day in NYC!!! I would like to thank everyone who contributed to the day and new friends who gave me so much to share with everyone. If I missed you in this show, if I forgot your name, if I am totally mis-representing anything… It’s probably from lack of sleep and I hope you understand. Please… please… please keep in touch and let my listeners share in your experience by linking to anything you have posted about in the comments. Knitters Unite… Thanks Harlot… Best Knitting Day Ever… Podcasts Guido Stein no no http://www.itsapurlman.com/2007/03/18/episode-31-one-year/ http://www.itsapurlman.com/2007/03/18/episode-31-one-year/#comments Sun, 18 Mar 2007 22:05:35 +0000 http://www.itsapurlman.com/2007/03/18/episode-31-one-year/ Continue reading "Episode 31: One Year"]]> http://www.itsapurlman.com/2007/03/18/episode-31-one-year/feed/ 15 210 0:21:51 It’s been a whole year… wow… Thanks to Willy, Dee, and Kim for their voiemail messgages. If you would like to leave me a message please call 206-984-4286. Todays show details the Schedule for Thursday Big day. If you would like to[...] It’s been a whole year… wow… Thanks to Willy, Dee, and Kim for their voiemail messgages. If you would like to leave me a message please call 206-984-4286. Todays show details the Schedule for Thursday Big day. If you would like to join me in my attempt to get onto the Today Show, please let me know by using this INVITE Here is my schedule for the day if you feel like joining Kimberly and I in NYC 06:00am – 09:30am map Rockefeller Plaza, REPRESENT on the Today Show 09:30am – 11:30am map Brunch at Whole Foods in Columbus Circle 11:30am – 01:30pm map Harlot in the Park 01:30am – 03:30pm map Museum of Art and Design 03:30pm – 05:30pm map Yarn Harlot at FIT ??Diner?? Thanks for listening… ADDED AFTER THE FACT: Lucy Lee In all her dyeing glory (Thanks Leah) MUSIC: The Drowning Swan Song by KidCrash Events, Podcasts Guido Stein no no http://www.itsapurlman.com/2007/03/14/poster-design-help/ http://www.itsapurlman.com/2007/03/14/poster-design-help/#comments Thu, 15 Mar 2007 02:16:09 +0000 http://www.itsapurlman.com/2007/03/14/poster-design-help/ Continue reading "POSTER DESIGN HELP"]]> http://www.itsapurlman.com/2007/03/14/poster-design-help/feed/ 28 209 0:00:01 Please help me in my plight to collect submissions for a 6 foot wide by 4 foot tall poster. It is going to be full color and laminated. Kimberly and I will be carrying it down to the today show to REPRESENT on the national morning news. If you are s[...] Please help me in my plight to collect submissions for a 6 foot wide by 4 foot tall poster. It is going to be full color and laminated. Kimberly and I will be carrying it down to the today show to REPRESENT on the national morning news. If you are so inclined here is what I am looking for in a poster/slogan: A call to action for for all knitters Knitting anthem Something that is clean (both in language and in copyright) General and inclusive of all knitters To the point Understandable to the muggles Clean design so that we can see what the point is Legible slogan text Here are some ideas for slogan I have come across: Those who can, knit Don’t screw with the people of pointy sticks Got Yarn iKnit I am a knitter We knit Please post questions to he comments… The winning design will be brought to rockefeller center and I will try my damndest to get it seen. Finally, please leave space at the bottom right for a WEBs logo, and please put your own credit at the bottom left. If you have a submission please email it to me at 2skiens *at* itsapurlman *dot* com or put a link to it in the comments. If you want to help, but don’t know how to design, please post slogans to the comments… This will help others as they look for a slogan for designing. Break :) Thanks again to everyone who submits to this and those who pass this message onto others. Other, Podcasts Guido Stein no no http://www.itsapurlman.com/2007/03/10/state-of-the-knit-blog-2007/ http://www.itsapurlman.com/2007/03/10/state-of-the-knit-blog-2007/#comments Sun, 11 Mar 2007 04:36:27 +0000 http://www.itsapurlman.com/2007/03/10/state-of-the-knit-blog-2007/ Continue reading "State of the Knit Blog 2007"]]> http://www.itsapurlman.com/2007/03/10/state-of-the-knit-blog-2007/feed/ 5 202 1:04:41 Colleen The Subway Knitter joins me to talk about the state of the blog. In the Yarn-a-lot we talk about the Boston Knitting Guild, my dream of a night time guild in Boston, the KnitSmiths, Gringa Tejedora, Santa Cruz Hat. Todays song is I want to h[...] Colleen The Subway Knitter joins me to talk about the state of the blog. In the Yarn-a-lot we talk about the Boston Knitting Guild, my dream of a night time guild in Boston, the KnitSmiths, Gringa Tejedora, Santa Cruz Hat. Todays song is I want to hear what you have got to say by The Subways In the state of he blog we talk about; Spiders( I hope I get to meet you when I am at FIT for the Harlot), Rosie’s Place(a shelter for women in Boston), Doctor’s Without Borders, the socks that rock debacle, Etsy, and Lion Brand Blogs. Blogs we talk about (in the order discussed): January One Crazy Aunt Purl The Yarn Harlot The Panopticon The Blue Blog(Her New Book) Brooklyn Tweed Sil’s Fab Knitblog ZeFrank (The Show) Blog’s we meant to talk about: NonaKnits I may be knitting a ranch If you have a moment, please fill out my survey. I will be doing a drawing for some fun prizes… and thanks for your time. If you have any other thoughts you would like to share, please email me at 2skiens (at) itsapurlman (dot) com or leave me a voicemail at 206-984-4286 ( I know it’s not in Boston, but it’s free) Podcasts Guido Stein no no http://www.itsapurlman.com/2007/03/05/episode-29-friendly-fiber/ http://www.itsapurlman.com/2007/03/05/episode-29-friendly-fiber/#comments Tue, 06 Mar 2007 02:08:12 +0000 http://www.itsapurlman.com/2007/03/05/episode-29-friendly-fiber/ Continue reading "Episode 29 – Friendly Fiber"]]> http://www.itsapurlman.com/2007/03/05/episode-29-friendly-fiber/feed/ 4 204 0:33:15 My friend Diana joins me on the show to talk about knitting, the cutest kid in knitted gear in all of Cambridge, and review Amy Singer’s new Book ‘No Sheep For You‘. I am looking for a little feedback about what people think about [...] My friend Diana joins me on the show to talk about knitting, the cutest kid in knitted gear in all of Cambridge, and review Amy Singer’s new Book ‘No Sheep For You‘. I am looking for a little feedback about what people think about knitting guilds, and what they would like out of a knitting guild. So please post your comment, send me email at 2skiens -at- itsapurlman -dot- com, or call the new voice mail line at 206-984-4286. Images will be posted as soon as I get more than an hour at home from my temp job… :P MUSIC this week is by Nina Simone ALL BOW DOWN TO HER INCREDIBLE VOICE!!! Books, Podcasts Guido Stein no no http://www.itsapurlman.com/2007/02/17/episode-28-socks/ http://www.itsapurlman.com/2007/02/17/episode-28-socks/#comments Sat, 17 Feb 2007 23:06:12 +0000 http://www.itsapurlman.com/2007/02/17/episode-28-socks/ Continue reading "Episode 28: Socks!"]]> http://www.itsapurlman.com/2007/02/17/episode-28-socks/feed/ 10 201 0:32:47 Kathy, of Grumperina fame, joins me on this show to talk about socks, stash, and everything in-between. She is so cool… I’m not worthy… :) YARN-A-LOT Links Cascade Fixation Pony Pearl Knitting Needles The Bosworth’s Greenwood[...] Kathy, of Grumperina fame, joins me on this show to talk about socks, stash, and everything in-between. She is so cool… I’m not worthy… :) YARN-A-LOT Links Cascade Fixation Pony Pearl Knitting Needles The Bosworth’s Greenwood Hill Farm Stitches East Green Mountain Spinnery Skientily Clad Komi Style Hat Classic Elite Classic Silk Winmil Fabric Fabric Place Windsor Button Sew Fisticated MUSIC: Spa by Johnny Socko SOCKS Links Cabin Fever Twisted Sisters Sock Workbook Jay Walker Sock Pattern Lorna’s Laces Shephard’s Sock Yarn Etsy Regia Bamboo Knitting on the Road Podcasts Guido Stein no no http://www.itsapurlman.com/2007/02/14/episode-27-i-heart-you-italy/ http://www.itsapurlman.com/2007/02/14/episode-27-i-heart-you-italy/#comments Wed, 14 Feb 2007 17:35:59 +0000 http://www.itsapurlman.com/2007/02/14/episode-27-i-heart-you-italy/ Continue reading "Episode 27: I Heart You & Italy"]]> http://www.itsapurlman.com/2007/02/14/episode-27-i-heart-you-italy/feed/ 6 199 0:17:31 Hey all… Today’s romantic voyage begins with my usual and ends with a discussion about an upcoming trip to italy. My friend Alanna has started a travel company for knitters called Tactile Travels. Please check out her site for more infor[...] Hey all… Today’s romantic voyage begins with my usual and ends with a discussion about an upcoming trip to italy. My friend Alanna has started a travel company for knitters called Tactile Travels. Please check out her site for more information about her trips. I have setup a voicemail system to start gathering audio commentary, please try it out at 206-984-4286. Also in the calendar, the Spark Craft Studio is having a brunch with Vickie Howell on March 4. Please check out there site for more info. Have a great valentines and stay warm out there… Thanks for listening. MUSIC: Traveling Radio by jr also… I don’t think I could say any-rate more in my show… wow … I fumble so much in this episode. You’d think I had never given anyone a valentine before. Podcasts Guido Stein no no http://www.itsapurlman.com/2007/02/09/episode-26-going-old-school/ http://www.itsapurlman.com/2007/02/09/episode-26-going-old-school/#comments Fri, 09 Feb 2007 15:18:42 +0000 http://www.itsapurlman.com/2007/02/09/episode-26-going-old-school/ Continue reading "Episode 26: Going old School"]]> http://www.itsapurlman.com/2007/02/09/episode-26-going-old-school/feed/ 23 197 0:34:29 I am accompanied on this episode by the fantastic Stitchy McYarnPants. We take a trip in her Museum of Kitschy Stitches to find some of the origins of the male patterns. She has promised to add images of the exhibits on her site. Some background, I [...] I am accompanied on this episode by the fantastic Stitchy McYarnPants. We take a trip in her Museum of Kitschy Stitches to find some of the origins of the male patterns. She has promised to add images of the exhibits on her site. Some background, I have the following categories of male sweater patterns: Mud Colors (most sweaters for guys are grey, black, navy, brown, or some combo of such) Man Stripe (think abercrombie and finch) The Cosby Sweater (nuff said) Cable, rib, gansey (usually in a mud color) NEW Lil Boy’s (upsized childrens sweater) NEW Women’s Matchy (designed for her first and should have been left at that) Please comment about this show, I am really interested in anything you have to say about the guy man issue. MUSIC : Katrina’s Sitch and Bitch by Kentucky Jelly IMAGES: Sttchy has posted the images in this post Pattern, Podcasts, Uncategorized Guido Stein no no http://www.itsapurlman.com/2007/02/01/episode-25-stitches-east-the-one-with-the-lyss/ http://www.itsapurlman.com/2007/02/01/episode-25-stitches-east-the-one-with-the-lyss/#comments Thu, 01 Feb 2007 22:05:54 +0000 http://www.itsapurlman.com/2007/02/01/episode-25-stitches-east-the-one-with-the-lyss/ Continue reading "Episode 25 – Stitches East: the one with the LYSs"]]> http://www.itsapurlman.com/2007/02/01/episode-25-stitches-east-the-one-with-the-lyss/feed/ 8 196 0:28:49 On today’s show I share the discussions I had with local yarn stores that were at Stitches East. INTERVIEWS (in order of appearance on show) Marie Connolly of Stitch DC in Washington D.C. (with acrylic heckling from Brandon Mably) Carol of Ros[...] On today’s show I share the discussions I had with local yarn stores that were at Stitches East. INTERVIEWS (in order of appearance on show) Marie Connolly of Stitch DC in Washington D.C. (with acrylic heckling from Brandon Mably) Carol of Rosie’s Yarn Cellar in Philly, PA (who also writes Go Knit In Your Hat and makes hand dyed yarn at Black Bunny Hop) Lorraine Guadet of A Good Yarn in Baltimore, MD Chris Cahs of Cloverhill Yarn Shop in Baltimore, MD MUSIC Darling by The Jon Conahan Group Podcasts, Uncategorized Guido Stein no no http://www.itsapurlman.com/2007/01/20/episode-24a-stiches-east-the-one-with-the-guys/ http://www.itsapurlman.com/2007/01/20/episode-24a-stiches-east-the-one-with-the-guys/#comments Sat, 20 Jan 2007 15:01:22 +0000 http://www.itsapurlman.com/2007/01/20/episode-24a-stiches-east-the-one-with-the-guys/ Continue reading "Episode 24a: Stiches East – The one with the Guys"]]> http://www.itsapurlman.com/2007/01/20/episode-24a-stiches-east-the-one-with-the-guys/feed/ 14 195 0:41:01 Today I talk about my Falling Leaves Scarf (made with Noro) and Fibonacci sequence Scarf. News this weeks includes the Subway Knitter’s Fame and Kim Werker‘s take over of interweaves crochet. I also have a 2006 recap including my favorit[...] Today I talk about my Falling Leaves Scarf (made with Noro) and Fibonacci sequence Scarf. News this weeks includes the Subway Knitter’s Fame and Kim Werker‘s take over of interweaves crochet. I also have a 2006 recap including my favorite park and the two major knitting stories of the year (keystone pricing and cashmere mayhem). Today’s song is Some Girls from Adam Brodsky’s second album, Folk Remedies. I also play an interviews I had at Stitches East. The colorful and wonderful Brandon Mably gave me a moment of his time. He talks about his (then) current project, his studio, and how awesome it is to have yarn set to him. Michael Del Vecchio talks to us about his balls of yarn…uhm or his book about balls… uhm or about it is great to be ballsy about knitting… uhm… oh just check out his book Knitting With Balls: A Hands-On Guide to Knitting for the Modern Man Finally I am trying to get a group together to go out and support Ivana Clobber and the Boston Massacre. Come on out to the roller derby on Feb 10th. Events, Podcasts Guido Stein no no http://www.itsapurlman.com/2006/12/17/episode-23-bazaar-bizarre/ http://www.itsapurlman.com/2006/12/17/episode-23-bazaar-bizarre/#comments Sun, 17 Dec 2006 05:08:03 +0000 http://www.itsapurlman.com/2006/12/17/episode-23-bazaar-bizarre/ Continue reading "Episode 23: Bazaar Bizarre"]]> http://www.itsapurlman.com/2006/12/17/episode-23-bazaar-bizarre/feed/ 14 184 0:23:11 On todays show I take you to a craft fair for fun people and rave about my nieghbor Jojo… She and her little dog rock Music today was provided by Adam Brodsky Talked to these people at the Bazaar Bizarre Simone at CHICK-A-DEE Evalicouis of The[...] On todays show I take you to a craft fair for fun people and rave about my nieghbor Jojo… She and her little dog rock Music today was provided by Adam Brodsky Talked to these people at the Bazaar Bizarre Simone at CHICK-A-DEE Evalicouis of The Boston Derby Dames Jessica who does faux-taxidermy Alison of pepperberry crochet Miss Hawklet Mogo ladies Events, Podcasts Guido Stein no no http://www.itsapurlman.com/2006/12/13/noho-knits-part-2/ http://www.itsapurlman.com/2006/12/13/noho-knits-part-2/#comments Thu, 14 Dec 2006 03:30:09 +0000 http://www.itsapurlman.com/2006/12/13/noho-knits-part-2/ Continue reading "NOHO KNITS PART 2"]]> http://www.itsapurlman.com/2006/12/13/noho-knits-part-2/feed/ 5 182 0:29:39 In today’s show I show everyone why sound recording matters to me so much by recording on string out on the streets of Somerville/Cambridge. (I am sure that I corssed the border somewhere) I also have a great time with Linda at Northampton Woo[...] In today’s show I show everyone why sound recording matters to me so much by recording on string out on the streets of Somerville/Cambridge. (I am sure that I corssed the border somewhere) I also have a great time with Linda at Northampton Wools. She fills me in on the knitting scene and how she used the power of knitting to help her son. Also, we talk about her book (love the duckie). The Northampton Wools Knitting Book: The Shop Patterns Jim’s Big Ego plays Boston Band Finally, post or email holiday knitting gifts that you want… i.e. notions, ball winder, knitting machines, ebony needles, etc. If you want it for the holidays, so do I …. :) OTHER LINKS Denise Pink (interchangeable needles) Bazaar Bizarre Ramen Coin Purse (they are recyled.. upcycled) Podcasts Guido Stein no no http://www.itsapurlman.com/2006/12/03/noho-knits-part-1/ http://www.itsapurlman.com/2006/12/03/noho-knits-part-1/#comments Mon, 04 Dec 2006 02:50:52 +0000 http://www.itsapurlman.com/2006/12/03/noho-knits-part-1/ Continue reading "NOHO KNITS PART 1"]]> http://www.itsapurlman.com/2006/12/03/noho-knits-part-1/feed/ 14 180 0:43:17 I take the Yarn Crawl on the road today and visit Northhampton. I sit down to talk to the owners of WEBS. Here are some links to some things that we talk about on the show: Lexi Barnes – hot bags made in MA Vermont Organic Fiber – Enviro[...] I take the Yarn Crawl on the road today and visit Northhampton. I sit down to talk to the owners of WEBS. Here are some links to some things that we talk about on the show: Lexi Barnes – hot bags made in MA Vermont Organic Fiber – Environmentally happy yarn made in VT ECO Wool – Good value, sorta environmentally friendly Hempathy – Elsebeth Lavold makes pretty things Bamboo Yarn – Classic Elite has been playing with this stuff for a while Corn Yarn – I would love to try this out Rowan Soy Yarn – It looks so yummy This weeks drawing is for a copy of Joelle Hoverson’s Last-Minute Knitted Gifts. MUSIC I Saw Mommy Kissing Santa Claus by Twisted Sister Podcasts Guido Stein no no http://www.itsapurlman.com/2006/11/24/completely-different/ http://www.itsapurlman.com/2006/11/24/completely-different/#comments Fri, 24 Nov 2006 17:28:22 +0000 http://www.itsapurlman.com/2006/11/24/completely-different/ http://www.itsapurlman.com/2006/11/24/completely-different/feed/ 10 175 0:02:45 This is what happens when my little cousin gets what he wants. More importantly, Ian likes my knitting and is interested in learning a little himself I think. Sweet… more obsession to share in my family. IAN says: that is not true! geeze. This is what happens when my little cousin gets what he wants. More importantly, Ian likes my knitting and is interested in learning a little himself I think. Sweet… more obsession to share in my family. IAN says: that is not true! geeze. Podcasts Guido Stein no no http://www.itsapurlman.com/2006/11/15/episode-20-talking-for-twenty/ http://www.itsapurlman.com/2006/11/15/episode-20-talking-for-twenty/#comments Wed, 15 Nov 2006 17:40:46 +0000 http://www.itsapurlman.com/2006/11/15/episode-20-talking-for-twenty/ Continue reading "Episode 20: Talking for Twenty"]]> http://www.itsapurlman.com/2006/11/15/episode-20-talking-for-twenty/feed/ 25 172 0:36:09 This week I talk for tewnty or more and still I forget things that I want to share. Like the charity drawing/contest, I am planning on knitting something up for this and it’s local, and still I forget. please drop by her site and if you have[...] This week I talk for tewnty or more and still I forget things that I want to share. Like the charity drawing/contest, I am planning on knitting something up for this and it’s local, and still I forget. please drop by her site and if you have the time in the next week whip up a shrug. This weeks drawing is for Shannon Okey’s Spin to Knit and will be reviewed next week. To enter please post what you think this show is about?? Perhaps what you would like to hear more about in the future as well. :P (This is what happens when I come up with a drawing question while recording) That being said here is a whole lotta notes: EPISODE 19: MUSIC – I write Sin’s Not tragedies by Panic at the Disco ON THE SHOW Show Note: That first person talking is my pumkin declaring my show as dead to her BOSTON KNIT OUT Skeintly Clad – Daria Elegant Ewe – Marcu Richardson Rita Young (is awesome) Yarn Safari – Peta Melissa PigBook – Britt Stitching Mantis Ewe’ll Love it EPISODE 20 (this one) MUSIC Carpool Lane – Carne Cruda PODCASTS Sticks and String with David Under the fiber Moon Let’s Knit Together Podcamp people BOOKS Thanks to STC AlternaCrafts: 20+ Hi-Style Lo-Budget Projects to Make Simple Knits with a Twist: Unique Projects for Creative Knitters   PATTERNS Brangelina Falling Leaf (chuppa pattern… it’s huge) YARN Venezia 50/50 merino/silk (yum) Sheep Shop Kate’s Yarn (AJAX FIBER) Books, Podcasts Guido Stein no no http://www.itsapurlman.com/2006/11/05/episode-19-knitting-out-loud-boston/ http://www.itsapurlman.com/2006/11/05/episode-19-knitting-out-loud-boston/#comments Sun, 05 Nov 2006 21:39:36 +0000 http://www.itsapurlman.com/2006/11/05/episode-19-knitting-out-loud-boston/ http://www.itsapurlman.com/2006/11/05/episode-19-knitting-out-loud-boston/feed/ 5 174 0:28:12 This week I am in Baltimore, next week I will go back to normal, I promise… Tommorrow I will update the links. :) This week I am in Baltimore, next week I will go back to normal, I promise… Tommorrow I will update the links. :) Events, Knitting, Podcasts, Uncategorized Guido Stein no no http://www.itsapurlman.com/2006/10/17/episode-18-hooked-on-spinning/ http://www.itsapurlman.com/2006/10/17/episode-18-hooked-on-spinning/#comments Tue, 17 Oct 2006 12:01:24 +0000 http://www.itsapurlman.com/2006/10/17/episode-18-hooked-on-spinning/ Continue reading "Episode 18: Hooked On Spinning"]]> http://www.itsapurlman.com/2006/10/17/episode-18-hooked-on-spinning/feed/ 16 169 http://www.itsapurlman.com/2006/10/02/episode-17-brooklyn/ http://www.itsapurlman.com/2006/10/02/episode-17-brooklyn/#comments Mon, 02 Oct 2006 22:46:27 +0000 http://www.itsapurlman.com/2006/10/02/episode-17-brooklyn/ Continue reading "Episode 17: Brooklyn"]]> http://www.itsapurlman.com/2006/10/02/episode-17-brooklyn/feed/ 11 163 0:29:58 PURL-WISE PORTRAITS: KNITTERS THAT STAND OUT NAME(AGE) Jared (24) OCCUPATION: Artist in NYC and an admissions officer at a college YEARS KNITTING: Learned as a child from his mother. Got serious about it two years ago. CLAIM TO FAME[...] PURL-WISE PORTRAITS: KNITTERS THAT STAND OUT NAME(AGE) Jared (24) OCCUPATION: Artist in NYC and an admissions officer at a college YEARS KNITTING: Learned as a child from his mother. Got serious about it two years ago. CLAIM TO FAME: Brooklyn Tweed FAVORITE LYS: Online shops CURENT UFO: He has many projects on the needles but believes that he will complete a sweater from Denim People next. FAVORITE DESIGNER: Kim Hargreaves POM-POM: Yes to pom-poms. He feels pretty great about them. KNIT IN PUBLIC: Yes, on long bus rides, but not on the subway. Too much stress on the train. GROUPIE OR LOANER: Loaner, he enjoys the conversation, but it just doesn’t happen for him. LAST YARN PURCHASE: Bought a sweater’s worth of Jaeger Trinity from WEBS LATEST BOOK: Last ten books he bought were knitting books. He doesn’t know what the last one was though. SHOW NOTES: OK, so I am putting this out earlier than I thought because I wanted people to know about the events that are comming up. I know people need advance warning because I know people in Boston will want to go. Also… last minute additions Shannon Okey will be at Mind’s eye on Satyrday the 7th and Stitchy McYarnpants will be at the Porter Square Book Shop on Oct 13th. Who knew having a topical show would require so many announcments. That being said, the interview I did with Jared has been one of the most wonderful things I have done so far. He is truely an interesting and thoughtful knitter and was very engaging. Not to mention how astonsihingly beautiful it was in the park that day. Lot’s of good stuff to come in the near future, I have my review copy of Knitting with Balls and will bring it ot the KGB group tonight for a little discussion. I’ll let you guys know more next week. MUSIC: Made Me Cry by Boo Boo Davis YARN-A-LOT: Find our more about Lucy’s sock fest and sock club at Mind’s Eye Yarns Knit Two Together at the fullerCRAFT museum Podcasts Guido Stein no no http://www.itsapurlman.com/2006/09/24/knitting-out-loud-nyc/ http://www.itsapurlman.com/2006/09/24/knitting-out-loud-nyc/#comments Sun, 24 Sep 2006 14:17:25 +0000 http://www.itsapurlman.com/2006/09/24/knitting-out-loud-nyc/ Continue reading "Knitting Out Loud NYC"]]> http://www.itsapurlman.com/2006/09/24/knitting-out-loud-nyc/feed/ 15 154 0:29:26 Let me start by saying, I love Dee. She is an awesome force and I can’t wait to interview her… again… So I went to the NYC Knit Out and Crochet Too last weekend. Check out the new video podcast Lets Knit 2gether Going to New York[...] Let me start by saying, I love Dee. She is an awesome force and I can’t wait to interview her… again… So I went to the NYC Knit Out and Crochet Too last weekend. Check out the new video podcast Lets Knit 2gether Going to New York by The Michael E. Thomas Band New York Knit Out interviews in order: Mary Colucci, Executive Director, Craft Yarn Council of America Lily Chin Knitty City Leigh Witchell of Knit 1 Magazine with heckling by Stephanie Caps for the Capitol Margaret Hubert The Point The Grady’s and there LYS ‘House Of Yarn’ in Manasquan Michelle Bishop and Harlem Needle Arts NYC by Bjam Also, the winner of the flash your knitting bag is Lisa from Saratoga Knitting Next Episode: Purlwise Portraits – Jared from Brooklyn Tweed Events, Podcasts Guido Stein no no http://www.itsapurlman.com/2006/09/17/show-notes/ http://www.itsapurlman.com/2006/09/17/show-notes/#comments Sun, 17 Sep 2006 05:02:46 +0000 http://www.itsapurlman.com/2006/09/17/show-notes/ Continue reading "Show Notes"]]> http://www.itsapurlman.com/2006/09/17/show-notes/feed/ 6 153 0:05:58 In order to improve the show I need a little more time. I will am now officially on a Bi-weekly schedule until I can get a little more time. So with a little time and love the show will begin to blossom. So as a teaser here are some of the shows com[...] In order to improve the show I need a little more time. I will am now officially on a Bi-weekly schedule until I can get a little more time. So with a little time and love the show will begin to blossom. So as a teaser here are some of the shows coming up: Pocamp: These people know knitting? EZ does it, all: How do I love thee, let me count the way Boston Yarn Crawl 6: Windsor Buttons Knitting Out Loud: Interiews from the field I am also starting a new series about knitters who stand out. My first interview is done and I have many on the way. So please bear with me as I try to make this show shine. This show is one UFO that refuses to return to be froged. As always, thanks for listening, Guido Please check out Uncle Seth News, Podcasts Guido Stein no no http://www.itsapurlman.com/2006/09/14/boston-knit-out-psa/ http://www.itsapurlman.com/2006/09/14/boston-knit-out-psa/#respond Thu, 14 Sep 2006 11:40:24 +0000 http://www.itsapurlman.com/2006/09/14/boston-knit-out-psa/ http://www.itsapurlman.com/2006/09/14/boston-knit-out-psa/feed/ 0 150 0:00:55 Hoora… The Boston Knit Out is comming. Come out and play Boston Knit Out & Crochet Too 2006, on the Boston Common, Sept 24. Have a listen to the PSA. Hoora… The Boston Knit Out is comming. Come out and play Boston Knit Out & Crochet Too 2006, on the Boston Common, Sept 24. Have a listen to the PSA. Podcasts Guido Stein no no