YarnCraft

YarnCraft Episode 53 :: Discover Handmade Artisans & Find Out How You Can Get Started Selling for Free

yarncraft@lionbrand.com (Lion Brand Yarn) — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 15:59:07 +0000

Celebrate the creativity of knitters, crocheters, and artisans with Liz & Zontee. As the holiday season approaches, we think of beautiful gifts to purchase, as well as inspiration for gifts that we can make on our own. Support handmade with today’s episode when we give shout-outs to makers of all kinds of yarn-related goods.

Zontee also interviews Tony Ford, EVP/COO of Artfire.com, an online marketplace for handmade artisans, suppliers, and more. Tony shares just how easy it is to get started selling on ArtFire for free. Check out Arfire.com/LionBrand.

Links discussed include:

Stash This: Ideas for Your Crafting Life — Liz & Zontee look ahead to the upcoming holidays and give a couple of fun and festive decor ideas that you can start now! Patterns discussed include:

The next episode is about holiday gift ideas, so tell us what you’re making for your loved ones. To share your comments and thoughts, post a message on the blog, email to yarncraft [at] lionbrand [dot] com! You can also call in at 774-452-YARN–that’s 774-452-9276.

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Theme music is “Boy with a Coin” by Iron and Wine, from the PodSafe Music Network.

Show Notes:

00:14 Intro & welcome
01:24 Hooks & Needles
05:47 ArtFire Artisans
17:27 Interview with Tony Ford
30:35 Stash This: Ideas for Your Crafting Life
38:48 Thanks to our guests

YarnCraft Episode 52 :: Yarn Project to Keep Cozy & Save Money

yarncraft@lionbrand.com (Lion Brand Yarn) — Tue, 20 Oct 2009 14:35:35 +0000

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As it gets chilly outside, Liz & Zontee discuss ways to keep cozy at home and save on your heating bill.

Staying warm isn’t just about turning up your heat–it wastes energy and money. Keep warm with cowls, wristers, sweater, and blankets. Liz & Zontee also talk about keeping the heat in with rugs and draft stoppers. But first, Liz & Zontee talk about what’s on your hooks and needles (like the Anna Ripple Afghan) and answer some of your questions.

Projects discussed include:
For Your Hands

Cowls

Lacy Luxe Cowl
Flared Lace Smoke Ring (paid)

Sweaters for Women

Sweaters for the Rest of the Family

Shawls

Broome Street Shawl

Home Decor

Stash This: Ideas for Your Crafting Life — In today’s segment, Liz & Zontee discuss project journals and all of the wonderful benefits of keeping track of projects, patterns, and inspiration.

To share your comments and thoughts, post a message on the blog, email to yarncraft [at] lionbrand [dot] com! You can also call in at 774-452-YARN–that’s 774-452-9276.

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Theme music is “Boy with a Coin” by Iron and Wine, from the PodSafe Music Network.

Show Notes:

00:10 Intro & welcome
01:26 Tips from Listeners
09:58 Keeping Warm without Cranking Up the Heat
25:41 Stash This: Ideas for Your Crafting Life
32:21 Thanks to our guests

Nominate Us for a People’s Choice Podcast Award

yarncraft@lionbrand.com (Lion Brand Yarn) — Tue, 13 Oct 2009 14:08:27 +0000

It’s not a podcast Tuesday, BUT we do have something to share with you! It’s time for the annual Podcast Awards, and we’re hoping that you’ll nominate us!

We love writing/recording/producing the podcast — it’s a fun activity on top of our regular jobs, and it’s always great connecting with you guys.

If YarnCraft is a podcast that you love, help us show the world what knitters & crocheters are all about! You still have 5 days to nominate us for a People’s Choice Podcast Award! Nominations are open until Oct. 18, and if we make the cut, we’ll let you know when official voting begins!

Nominate at: http://www.podcastawards.com/

How this works: You can write us in for EITHER People’s Choice OR Best Produced, PLUS one other category (Cultural/Arts probably makes the most sense). Type in our podcast name: YarnCraft and our URL: http://yarncraft.lionbrand.com — Fill in your info at the bottom and click “submit.” It’s just that easy!

And as always, share your thoughts, questions, suggestions, and more — we always love getting your feedback!

Lots of love,

Liz & Zontee

YarnCraft Episode 51 :: 7 Spirited Ways to Get Ready for Halloween

yarncraft@lionbrand.com (Lion Brand Yarn) — Tue, 06 Oct 2009 13:00:05 +0000

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We love Halloween here on YarnCraft, so we get into the spirit with 7 kinds of projects, sure to add some spook into your decor, costumes, and trick-or-treating.

Join Liz & Zontee as we introduce our NEWEST Halloween patterns, as well as tips on how to get family and friends into Halloween crafting.

For more Halloween ideas and stories, check out these episodes of YarnCraft:

Yarncraft Episode 47 - Michaela Murphy tells a hilarious Halloween story from her childhood.
Episode 26 - Get your whole family involved in Halloween crafting.

Projects discussed include:

Candy Bowls

Tablescape Ideas

Crochet Amigurumi Candy

Wall Decor

Soft Toys

Accessories

Costume Ideas

Candy Bag

Stash This: Ideas for Your Crafting Life — Keep your four-legged friends warm too this fall. Today’s Stash This is all about great projects for your pets.

Projects discussed include:

To share your comments and thoughts, post a message on the blog, email to yarncraft [at] lionbrand [dot] com! Or call us and leave a message at 774-452-YARN–that’s 774-452-9276.

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Special Halloween Music is “Restless Spirits” by David Beard, both from the PodSafe Music Network.

Show Notes:

00:08 Intro & welcome
01:15 What’s on Liz & Zontee’s hooks & needles
03:01 Halloween Projects and Tips
18:44 Stash This: Ideas for Your Crafting Life
24:10 Thanks to our guests

YarnCraft Episode 50 :: Burning Knit & Crochet Questions Answered!

yarncraft@lionbrand.com (Lion Brand Yarn) — Tue, 22 Sep 2009 13:10:36 +0000

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In an extended SPECIAL 50th episode, Liz and Zontee answer YOUR questions. From unique techniques, like entrelac and Tunisian crochet, to general questions, like how to get the perfect invisible seam, this extended episode is full of useful information.

Zontee also talks with designer Edie Eckman, who is leading our current crochet-along on the Lion Brand Notebook.

Links discussed include:

Stash This: Ideas for Your Crafting Life — Get great one-ball project ideas so that you can use up your stash or just make fast-finish gifts and get a jump on holiday yarncrafting!

Patterns discussed include:

To share your comments and thoughts, post a message on the blog, email to yarncraft [at] lionbrand [dot] com! Or call us and leave a message at 774-452-YARN–that’s 774-452-9276. Our next episode will be dedicated to Halloween, so tell us what your favorite Halloween and fall craft projects are, and you just might be on the next episode!

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Theme music is “Boy with a Coin” by Iron and Wine, from the PodSafe Music Network.

Show Notes:

00:12 Intro & welcome
01:07 What’s on Liz & Zontee’s hooks & needles
03:47 Listener questions
24:05 Zontee talks with Edie Eckman
31:21 Stash This: Ideas for Your Crafting Life
38:21 Thanks to our guests

YarnCraft Episode 49 :: Catalog Sneak Peak — Fall Styles That Flatter

yarncraft@lionbrand.com (Lion Brand Yarn) — Fri, 04 Sep 2009 13:00:13 +0000

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In this episode, Liz & Zontee give you a sneak peak into our newest catalog, and share with you some of the great fall trends in store. We talk about some of the gorgeous colors you’ll be seeing translated from the runway, as well as sweater styles that are great for most body types.

Find out which must-have items will add a lot of style to your fall wardrobe for not a lot of money.

Patterns discussed include:

Stash This: Ideas for Your Crafting Life — Get great ideas to make your dorm room cozy with rugs, nesting bowls, and so much more. Give the college kid in your life a space to envy. Patterns discussed in this segment include:

To share your comments and thoughts, post a message on the blog, email to yarncraft [at] lionbrand [dot] com! Or call us and leave a message at 774-452-YARN–that’s 774-452-9276. Our next episode will be dedicated to answering your questions. Tell us what techniques or technical things you’ve always wanted to know more about, and we will do our best to answer them.

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Theme music is “Boy with a Coin” by Iron and Wine, from the PodSafe Music Network.

Show Notes:
00:12 Intro & welcome
01:06 What’s on Liz & Zontee’s hooks & needles
03:55 Fall Styles and Trends
18:30 Stash This: Ideas for Your Crafting Life
27:49 Thanks to our guests

YarnCraft Episode 48 :: Design Inspiration and Knit & Crochet Show Interviews

yarncraft@lionbrand.com (Lion Brand Yarn) — Tue, 25 Aug 2009 13:00:04 +0000

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Join us for reflections on the Knit & Crochet Show — get a taste of all the excitement of being around hundreds of knitters and crocheters right from your own home (or wherever you listen to YarnCraft) — as well as designer interviews, in which we ask where they get their inspiration.

On today’s episode, we’re joined by popular blogger and the Crochet Dude, Drew Emborsky (who last graced us in episode 21), and we also talk to local NYC designer Michaela Drapes, who is one half of the menswear duo Kindling and Tinder.

Patterns discussed include:

Stash This: Ideas for Your Crafting Life — Customize your projects with easy tips and tricks, as we celebrate the return of our handy-dandy quick ideas segment.

To share your comments and thoughts, post a message on the blog, email to yarncraft [at] lionbrand [dot] com! Or call us and leave a message at 774-452-YARN–that’s 774-452-9276. Our next episode will be focused on new patterns from our upcoming catalog, and must-have fall trends. What’s your favorite fall project? Let us know and you may be included in our next episode!

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Theme music is “Boy with a Coin” by Iron and Wine, from the PodSafe Music Network.

Show Notes:
00:14 Intro & welcome
01:26 What’s on Liz & Zontee’s hooks & needles
04:21 Interview with Drew Emborsky, the Crochet Dude
08:27 Interview with India of Lion Brand
11:22 Interview with Michelle of the Lion Brand Yarn Studio
15:58 Interview with Michaela of Kindling and Tinder
24:20 Stash This: Ideas for Your Crafting Life
31:08 Thanks to our guests

YarnCraft - Summer Crafting with Kids 06 :: Tips & Tricks from Kids and Their Parents, Plus Back to School Projects

yarncraft@lionbrand.com (Lion Brand Yarn) — Tue, 18 Aug 2009 13:00:31 +0000

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On the 6th and final episode of Summer Crafting with Kids, we catch up with some kids at the Knit & Crochet Show, who were making friendship bracelets with crochet and finger-weaving: Zach, Cassetta, and Katy tell us what they enjoy crafting. Check out Cassetta’s website for more crocheting with kids. We also talk to Getting Loopy’s Mary Beth Temple and her daughter Katy about their experiences crafting together. Finally, we talk to craft-maven and mother of 3, Vickie Howell, to get some more tips on crafting with your kids.

Liz & Zontee also share some recommendations for projects to take you into the school year.

Patterns discussed include:

To share your comments and thoughts, post a message on the blog. You can also email us yarncraft [at] lionbrand [dot] com, or call us and leave a message at 774-452-YARN–that’s 774-452-9276. Join us next week for a new episode of YarnCraft and the RETURN of Stash This - Ideas for Your Crafting Life.

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Theme music is “Forever” by Westbound Train.

Show Notes:
00:10 Intro
01:17 Interviews at Yarny Fun with Kids
04:40 Interview with Mary Beth and Katy Temple
07:37 Interview with Vickie Howell
15:51 Back to School Patterns
19:37 Thanks to our guests

YarnCraft Episode 47 :: Travel, Relax, and Laugh - 10 Ways to Add Yarncrafting to Your Summer Break

yarncraft@lionbrand.com (Lion Brand Yarn) — Tue, 11 Aug 2009 13:00:46 +0000

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Summer is the time when many of us take breaks from our busy lives and do a little traveling and relaxing. On this episode of YarnCraft, Liz & Zontee explore ways to work your yarncrafting into your travel plans, or for those who are planning a “staycation”, we explore ideas for making your stay a little more craft-friendly, with travel-friendly projects that are easy to make on the go.

We also talk to the hilarious writer and storyteller Michaela Murphy who joins us from Seattle. Michaela’s funny and relatable Crafté’s Inferno series can be found on CraftStylish.com and she can also be heard on the Moth Podcast for even more laugh-out-loud stories.

Patterns discussed include:

To share your comments and thoughts, post a message on the blog, email to yarncraft [at] lionbrand [dot] com, or call us and leave a message at 774-452-YARN–that’s 774-452-9276. Join us in two weeks for the RETURN of Stash This and our regular podcast format. It’s been a fun summer, and we hope you’ve enjoyed these abbreviated episodes! We’ll be sharing interviews and stories from the Knit & Crochet Show, as well as back-to-school ideas for students from pre-school to college. Share your thoughts about these topics and you may be included in our next episode!

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Theme music is “Boy with a Coin” by Iron and Wine, from the PodSafe Music Network.

Show Notes:
00:11 Intro
01:12 What’s on Liz & Zontee’s hooks & needles
04:29 Tips for travel/vacation/staycation yarncrafting
16:58 A story from Michaela Murphy
26:30 Thanks to our guests

YarnCraft - Summer Crafting with Kids 05 :: Make Memories & Keep Your Kids Entertained While Traveling

yarncraft@lionbrand.com (Lion Brand Yarn) — Tue, 04 Aug 2009 13:00:03 +0000

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Savor the end of summer with trips, family memories, and crafting! On today’s episode, Liz & Zontee discuss ways to keep your kids entertained on long trips, and also how to use crafting to capture memories of your trip to enjoy for years to come. From fun projects for long car rides to easy projects that are road-friendly, we have great ideas for you and your family. We also get inspiration from Michelle Edwards’ story, Road Scarf, for a yarn-creation as travel journal.

We talk about hostess gifts that you can make in preparation for a visit to friends and family, mentioning our fun tour of the Lion Brand Yarn Studio with the Studio Squirrels.

Patterns discussed include:

To share your comments and thoughts, post a message on the blog. You can also email us yarncraft [at] lionbrand [dot] com, or call us and leave a message at 774-452-YARN–that’s 774-452-9276. Join us next week for a new episode of YarnCraft OR join is in two weeks for the next episode of Summer Crafting with Kids. Share your favorite tip or story about crafting with kids — We’d love to include you the next episode!

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Theme music is “Forever” by Westbound Train.

Show Notes:
00:10 Intro
01:15 Travel Kit Ideas
09:36 Pattern Recommendations
12:49 Thanks to our listeners