Spin Control Podcast: a knitting, spinning, and fiber craft podcast.

Introduction In this episode, I have some knitting, some spinning, some sewing, I am all spun up about a Frankenstein project, and we take a little time to look back at how this whole podcast started. I have updates about the alpaca, my poor car, and a trip to the Salida Fiber Festival.  Hear about great venders like: Enchanted Fibers, Ewe and Me, The 100th Sheep, Hummingbird Moon, and Six and Seven Fiber. Spin a Tale In celebration of reaching my 100th episode, this is where we take a little time to took back at how I got started in podcasting.  It gets a little sappy. Spinning my wheels Spinning Sadly, I hadn’t spun since I recorded my last episode.  I am still working on that Bullseye Bump from Loop Fiber Studios.  I keep trying to remind myself how much I could get done spinning 15 minutes a day!!! Sewing I finished 5 project bags. Knitting I spent all of my knitting time finishing up my samples for the super duper top secret project.  Very pleased. All Spun Up I am all spun up about my Frankenstein circular sock knitting machine project.  Hear all about my on going journey to build the perfect Gearhart 1914 Circular Sock Machine. Spin Off I am hosting a drawing in honor of the 100th episode.  Head over to the Spin Control Podcast Fan Group on Ravelry to enter to win a project bag and skein of yarn!!! Closing song: remake of Jane Says by Jane’s Addiction.

Introduction In this episode, I have some knitting, some spinning, some sewing, I am all spun up about a Frankenstein project, and we take a little time to look back at how this whole podcast started. I have updates about the alpaca, my poor car, and a trip to the Salida Fiber Festival.  Hear about great venders like: Enchanted Fibers, Ewe and Me, The 100th Sheep, Hummingbird Moon, and Six and Seven Fiber. Spin a Tale In celebration of reaching my 100th episode, this is where we take a little time to took back at how I got started in podcasting.  It gets a little sappy. Spinning my wheels Spinning Sadly, I hadn’t spun since I recorded my last episode.  I am still working on that Bullseye Bump from Loop Fiber Studios.  I keep trying to remind myself how much I could get done spinning 15 minutes a day!!! Sewing I finished 5 project bags. Knitting I spent all of my knitting time finishing up my samples for the super duper top secret project.  Very pleased. All Spun Up I am all spun up about my Frankenstein circular sock knitting machine project.  Hear all about my on going journey to build the perfect Gearhart 1914 Circular Sock Machine. Spin Off I am hosting a drawing in honor of the 100th episode.  Head over to the Spin Control Podcast Fan Group on Ravelry to enter to win a project bag and skein of yarn!!! Closing song: remake of Jane Says by Jane’s Addiction.

Introduction In this episode, I have some knitting, some spinning, some sewing and you will hear all about why this episode is entitle “two weeks.” I have updates about my travels, my alpaca, and the illness that struck. Spin a Tale This little story is all about how “two weeks” has been driving our lives for the past few months. Spinning my wheels Sewing I finished all my chore sewing which helped me get my machine back in order for regular projects. I have been working on 5 project bags.  Got them all cut, pinned and half are all sewn. Spinning I am still spinning the first of many Bullseye Bump I own from Loop Fiber Studios.  I am spinning this on my Louet Hatbox Reproduction wheel. I have also been working on some Louet fiber on a Jenkins Spindle. Knitting I knit the bottom band on the body of Eco Vest and then decided I am not in the for cables.  So that has been shelved for the time being. I have cast on and have been working the On The Beach Sweater from Isabel Kraemer.  I am making good progress and am about halfway through the body. I turned the heal on the two pair of socks I have on the needles: the Hermione’s Everyday socks for me and the pair of Jeck socks for the boy. I am knitting samples for my super duper top secret project.  I have plans for 4 samples and am working on the second. Spin Off A huge thanks to Gigi and Jasmin of the Knitmore Girls Podcast for the generous shout out on their last episode.  It has been a huge help in people finding my little show. Closing song: remake of Two Weeks by Grizzly Bear from the bluegrass tribute, Pickin’ on Coldplay.

Introduction In this episode, I have some knitting, some spinning, some sewing and you will hear all about why this episode is entitle “two weeks.” I have updates about my travels, my alpaca, and the illness that struck. Spin a Tale This little story is all about how “two weeks” has been driving our lives for the past few months. Spinning my wheels Sewing I finished all my chore sewing which helped me get my machine back in order for regular projects. I have been working on 5 project bags.  Got them all cut, pinned and half are all sewn. Spinning I am still spinning the first of many Bullseye Bump I own from Loop Fiber Studios.  I am spinning this on my Louet Hatbox Reproduction wheel. I have also been working on some Louet fiber on a Jenkins Spindle. Knitting I knit the bottom band on the body of Eco Vest and then decided I am not in the for cables.  So that has been shelved for the time being. I have cast on and have been working the On The Beach Sweater from Isabel Kraemer.  I am making good progress and am about halfway through the body. I turned the heal on the two pair of socks I have on the needles: the Hermione’s Everyday socks for me and the pair of Jeck socks for the boy. I am knitting samples for my super duper top secret project.  I have plans for 4 samples and am working on the second. Spin Off A huge thanks to Gigi and Jasmin of the Knitmore Girls Podcast for the generous shout out on their last episode.  It has been a huge help in people finding my little show. Closing song: remake of Two Weeks by Grizzly Bear from the bluegrass tribute, Pickin’ on Coldplay.

Introduction In this episode, I have some Knitting, some spinning, a little bit of sewing, I am all spun up about a super duper top secret project I have undertaken, and a little tale for you about one of my spinning wheels. The only updates I have are alpaca prep. All Spun Up I am all spun up about a super duper top secret project that I have under taken. Spinning my wheels Knitting I got distracted by the super duper top secret project but I am still working on other things. I have four finished legs on the socks I have been working on: a pair of Hermione’s Everyday socks for me and yet another pair of Jeck socks for the boy. I didn’t get any farther than casting on the Eco Vest. Still plan to but haven’t cast on the sweater pattern from Isabel Kraemer called on the beach. Spinning I did finish spinning, plying and setting the Alpaca Bumps I had been working on. I started spinning the first of many Bullseye Bump I own from Loop Fiber Studios.  I am spinning this on my Louet Hatbox Reproduction wheel. Spinning I got my sewing table all set up and am ready to start sewing.  I have a stack of chore sewing that I plan to get accomplished before the next episode. I am also converting an original drawing by one of my daughters into an embroidery design.  Getting that set up was quiet the adventure. Spin a Tale In this edition, I tell you all about my Louet S45 travel wheel.  It’s adorable and I love it. Spin Off A huge thanks to Laura (LaLa) and Leslie (DontCallMeLes) for the Knit Girllls Podcast for the generous shout out on their last episode.  I hope that helped folks find me. Closing song: remake of Clocks by Coldplay from the bluegrass tribute, Pickin’ on Coldplay.

Introduction In this episode, I have some spinning, a little bit of knitting, and a little tale for you about why it depends.  A a special treat, I have a brief interview with Maggie Casey. I have an alpaca update and share my experience at the Estes Park Wool Market. All Spun Up I am all spun up about the class I was able to take with Maggie Casey.  The value of learning from someone so experienced has really motivated me and inspired me to take my spinning to the next level.  This is where I explain why “it depends.” Spinning my wheels Spinning Spinning is where I have spent most of my time this passed two weeks. Knitting Finished my Jeck Socks. I have four finished legs on the socks I have been working on: a pair of Hermione’s Everyday socks for me and yet another pair of Jeck socks for the boy. I didn’t get any farther than casting on the Eco Vest. I am contemplating casting on a free sweater pattern from Isabel Kraemer called on the beach.  I am intrigued by knit-in saddle shoulders. Spin a Tale This edition features my interview with Maggie Casey. Maggie is co-owner of the shop Shuttles, Spindles and Skeins in Boulder, CO.  She is the author of START SPINNING – EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW TO MAKE GREAT YARN. A spinner since 1973 she holds the Handweavers Guild of America Certificate of Excellence in Handspinning. Look for her workshops at Estes Park, Maryland Sheep and Wool and Yarn Fest. So sorry for the background noise of the doors at the wool market. Spin Off Special thanks to all those who tuned in.  Thank you to all those who hopped over to iTunes and left a review.  I greatly appreciate it. Closing song: remake of Clocks by Coldplay from the bluegrass tribute, Pickin’ on Coldplay.

Introduction In this episode, I have some knitting, spinning and a little tale about my reverse engineering plans.  Also, hear about my plans for visiting Estes Park Wool Market. I’ll also she the details about our adventures with Wild Hare Alpaca and the plans for new animals. All Spun Up I am all spun up because my Louet Victoria S96 is whole again.  All thanks to the amazing folks at the Woolery.  Nancy was especially helpful, patient, and all around wonderful. Spinning my wheels Sewing Bob the Engineer called me with an emergency sewing project that forced me to get the sewing table set up and ready to go. Knitting Finished my Jeck Socks. Cast on two more pair of socks: a pair of Hermione’s Everyday socks for me and yet another pair of Jeck socks for the boy. I will be casting on an Eco Vest for me this coming week. Spin a Tale Here all about my plans for reverse engineer some of my favorite store-bought sweaters and tops. Spin Off Special thanks to all those who tuned in.  If you have the chance, hop over to iTunes and leave a review or star rating to make it easier for potential listeners to find me. Closing song: Joyful Girl by Ani Difranco

Introduction In this episode, I have some crafting, some progress on the biggest project, a little tale for you about the search for my plain jane glory.  Of course, we will start things off with some updates. Spin a tale I feel like life is telling me I need to take another approach to determining my future.  Hear about the search for my plain jane glory. Spinning my wheels Spinning Managed to spin about half a bobbins worth of alpaca fiber. Knitting Making really good progress on my Jeck Socks.  Ripped back, knit the heal turn, finished the gusset and now I am on to knitting the foot. Biggest Project The search for the boy’s diploma gave me a great excuse to unpack all the boxes in the craft room.  I have managed to get all my books put on the shelves.  I inventoried my fiber stash and got it put away.  I am chugging away on getting all my yarn stash inventoried. Spin Off Special thanks to all those who tuned in.  If you have the chance, hop over to iTunes and leave a review or star rating to make it easier for potential listeners to find me. Closing song: Big Black Car by Gregory Alan Isakov

Introduction In this episode, I have some knitting, a little bit of spinning and a tale about how I redefined spring cleaning.  Of course, one of the most important things I will give you all the updates. Spin a tale Moving in and unpacking everything we own has given new meaning to Spring Cleaning.  Listen with caution – it may change spring cleaning for you forever. Spinning my wheels Knitting My goodness.  While recording I discover a huge mistake in my Jeck Socks.  It’s pretty hilarious. Spinning Didn’t really have time to doing anything more than skein the alpaca I plied last episode. Spin Off Special thanks to all those who tuned in Closing song: Sunshine by Jonathan Edwards

Introduction In this episode, I have some knitting, some spinning and a little tale about one of my favorite spinning wheel.  In updates, I’ll tell you why it feels like everything is slogging along. Spin a tale One of my listeners asked to hear more about my spinning wheels after I told everyone about the adventure getting them to Colorado.  This episode, learn about my Louet Victoria, S96. Spinning my wheels Knitting Finished a pair of Jeck Socks for itty bitty.  They were delivered on Valentine’s Day. Started a pair of Jeck Socks for myself.  I am about halfway done with these.  The yarn is by a local dyer I met through my knit group.  This hand-dyed yarn is by Crazy Monkey Creations. Still working on my Fir Trees Cowl Spinning Just finished plying a bump of Alpaca I got from my mommy.  It’s from an alpaca farm local to my mom in Pennsylvania.  I’ll post pics and details once it is completely finished. All Spun up I am all spun up about my Colorado Knit group.  They totally rocks. Spin Off Special thanks to all those who tuned in Closing song: Half Acre by Hem

Introduction In this episode, I have some knitting, some spinning and a story about how I got an altitude adjustment.  Let’s get caught up on the better part of last year and half. Spin a tale Hear about where we have been, how I got where I am now, and where I am going. Spinning my wheels Knitting Finished the MIZZOU Socks Finished the new blanket for Bob and his family Started a pair of Jeck Socks for itty bitty Still working on my Fir Trees Cowl All Spun up I am totally spun up about my new Colorado Vibe Spin Off My server crashed and this is my inaugural return after rebuilding Special thanks to all those who tuned in Closing song: Rivers and Roads by The Head and the Heart

Originally published December 12, 2015.  Sadly, a server crash took down my site and all show notes were lost.

Originally published October 4, 2015.  Sadly, a server crash took down my site and all show notes were lost.

Originally published June 11, 2015.  Sadly, a server crash took down my site and all show notes were lost.

Originally published May 24, 2015.  Sadly, a server crash took down my site and all show notes were lost.