In Episode 32 I mull over some of the blockages involved in re-fitting garments, review how a wool suitable for lightweight garments is wearing and talk about an outsourced repair which brought me a disproportionate degree of delight. I also get excited about some wriggly helpers I welcomed into our household to help tend our soil and share how I made some antihistamine salve sticks from a common 'weed'.  You can find me on Instagram as Mrs_M_Curiosity_Cabinet. More detailed show notes are available at Mrs M's Curiosity Cabinet and there is also a video on my YouTube channel by the same name to accompany this episode. Music: As I figure by Kevin MacLeod on FreeMusicArchive and licensed under Creative Commons By Attribution 3.0 License

In Episode 32 I mull over some of the blockages involved in re-fitting garments, review how a wool suitable for lightweight garments is wearing and talk about an outsourced repair which brought me a disproportionate degree of delight. I also get excited about some wriggly helpers I welcomed into our household to help tend our soil and share how I made some antihistamine salve sticks from a common 'weed'.  You can find me on Instagram as <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mrs_m_curiosity_cabinet/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Mrs_M_Curiosity_Cabinet</a>. More detailed show notes are available at <a href="http://www.mrsmscuriositycabinet.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Mrs M's Curiosity Cabinet</a> and there is also a video on my <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-BRirLTMHuk" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">YouTube</a> channel by the same name to accompany this episode. Music: As I figure by <a href="http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Kevin_MacLeod/Jazz_Sampler/As_I_Figure_1245" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Kevin MacLeod</a> on FreeMusicArchive and licensed under Creative Commons <a href="https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">By Attribution 3.0 License</a>

Episode 32: Tending

In Episode 31 I share a couple of big projects that have been keeping me busy: a winter coat and a job in the garden. I also talk about a handful of in-between makes, from ones relying on tried and tested patterns, materials and techniques to a new kind of tool making.  You can find me on Instagram as Mrs_M_Curiosity_Cabinet. More detailed show notes are available at Mrs M's Curiosity Cabinet and there is also a video on my YouTube channel by the same name to accompany this episode. Music: As I figure by Kevin MacLeod on FreeMusicArchive and licensed under Creative Commons By Attribution 3.0 License

In Episode 31 I share a couple of big projects that have been keeping me busy: a winter coat and a job in the garden. I also talk about a handful of in-between makes, from ones relying on tried and tested patterns, materials and techniques to a new kind of tool making.  You can find me on Instagram as <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mrs_m_curiosity_cabinet/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Mrs_M_Curiosity_Cabinet</a>. More detailed show notes are available at <a href="http://www.mrsmscuriositycabinet.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Mrs M's Curiosity Cabinet</a> and there is also a video on my <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-BRirLTMHuk" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">YouTube</a> channel by the same name to accompany this episode. Music: As I figure by <a href="http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Kevin_MacLeod/Jazz_Sampler/As_I_Figure_1245" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Kevin MacLeod</a> on FreeMusicArchive and licensed under Creative Commons <a href="https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">By Attribution 3.0 License</a>

Episode 31: Big projects & in-between making

In Episode 30 I pop in for a bit of a chat about the year. I review some of the themes in my knitting and sewing this year and ponder what 2022 may hold in. I also reflect on some of the things have not gone so well and how I've been getting proactive to mitigate some challenges. You can find me on Instagram as Mrs_M_Curiosity_Cabinet. More detailed show notes are available at Mrs M's Curiosity Cabinet and there is also a video on my YouTube channel by the same name to accompany this episode. Music: As I figure by Kevin MacLeod on FreeMusicArchive and licensed under Creative Commons By Attribution 3.0 License

In Episode 30 I pop in for a bit of a chat about the year. I review some of the themes in my knitting and sewing this year and ponder what 2022 may hold in. I also reflect on some of the things have not gone so well and how I've been getting proactive to mitigate some challenges. You can find me on Instagram as <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mrs_m_curiosity_cabinet/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Mrs_M_Curiosity_Cabinet</a>. More detailed show notes are available at <a href="http://www.mrsmscuriositycabinet.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Mrs M's Curiosity Cabinet</a> and there is also a video on my <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-BRirLTMHuk" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">YouTube</a> channel by the same name to accompany this episode. Music: As I figure by <a href="http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Kevin_MacLeod/Jazz_Sampler/As_I_Figure_1245" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Kevin MacLeod</a> on FreeMusicArchive and licensed under Creative Commons <a href="https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">By Attribution 3.0 License</a>

Episode 30: A review & looking forward

Episode 29 features a distinctly unglamorous making project, using a knitting pattern as a blueprint and employing some old-school technology on an unplanned, urgent sewing project. You can find me on Instagram as Mrs_M_Curiosity_Cabinet. More detailed show notes are available at Mrs M's Curiosity Cabinet and there is also a video on YouTube to accompany this episode. Music: As I figure by Kevin MacLeod on FreeMusicArchive and licensed under Creative Commons By Attribution 3.0 License

Episode 29 features a distinctly unglamorous making project, using a knitting pattern as a blueprint and employing some old-school technology on an unplanned, urgent sewing project. You can find me on Instagram as <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mrs_m_curiosity_cabinet/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Mrs_M_Curiosity_Cabinet</a>. More detailed show notes are available at <a href="http://www.mrsmscuriositycabinet.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Mrs M's Curiosity Cabinet</a> and there is also a video on <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-BRirLTMHuk" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">YouTube</a> to accompany this episode. Music: As I figure by <a href="http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Kevin_MacLeod/Jazz_Sampler/As_I_Figure_1245" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Kevin MacLeod</a> on FreeMusicArchive and licensed under Creative Commons <a href="https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">By Attribution 3.0 License</a>

Episode 29: Of time, technology and risk

Episode 28 features an ethereal sock yarn and pattern pairing, my first forays into foraging for fibre and some more tool making. You can find me on Instagram as Mrs_M_Curiosity_Cabinet. More detailed show notes are available at Mrs M's Curiosity Cabinet and there is also a video on YouTube to accompany this episode. Music: As I figure by Kevin MacLeod on FreeMusicArchive and licensed under Creative Commons By Attribution 3.0 License

Episode 28 features an ethereal sock yarn and pattern pairing, my first forays into foraging for fibre and some more tool making. You can find me on Instagram as <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mrs_m_curiosity_cabinet/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Mrs_M_Curiosity_Cabinet</a>. More detailed show notes are available at <a href="http://www.mrsmscuriositycabinet.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Mrs M's Curiosity Cabinet</a> and there is also a video on <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-BRirLTMHuk" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">YouTube</a> to accompany this episode. Music: As I figure by <a href="http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Kevin_MacLeod/Jazz_Sampler/As_I_Figure_1245" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Kevin MacLeod</a> on FreeMusicArchive and licensed under Creative Commons <a href="https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">By Attribution 3.0 License</a>

Episode 28: Of socks, string and shuttle

Episode 27 features lace, in the form of a brooding shawl and a successful bra sewing projects, and a spot of tool making. You can find me on Instagram as Mrs_M_Curiosity_Cabinet. More detailed show notes are available at Mrs M's Curiosity Cabinet and theres also a snippet of footage on YouTube to accompany this episode. Music: As I figure by Kevin MacLeod on FreeMusicArchive and licensed under Creative Commons By Attribution 3.0 License

Episode 27 features lace, in the form of a brooding shawl and a successful bra sewing projects, and a spot of tool making. You can find me on Instagram as <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mrs_m_curiosity_cabinet/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Mrs_M_Curiosity_Cabinet</a>. More detailed show notes are available at <a href="http://www.mrsmscuriositycabinet.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Mrs M's Curiosity Cabinet</a> and theres also a snippet of footage on <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-BRirLTMHuk" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">YouTube</a> to accompany this episode. Music: As I figure by <a href="http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Kevin_MacLeod/Jazz_Sampler/As_I_Figure_1245" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Kevin MacLeod</a> on FreeMusicArchive and licensed under Creative Commons <a href="https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">By Attribution 3.0 License</a>

Episode 27: Of Lace and tools

In this latest episode I talk about a sock experiment with a twist and a couple of practical, needs-driven sewing projects. I also whip up a bathroom concoction, making use of some prunings from the garden in the process.  You can find me on Instagram as Mrs_M_Curiosity_Cabinet. More detailed show notes are available at Mrs M's Curiosity Cabinet. Music: As I figure by Kevin MacLeod on FreeMusicArchive and licensed under Creative Commons By Attribution 3.0 License

In this latest episode I talk about a sock experiment with a twist and a couple of practical, needs-driven sewing projects. I also whip up a bathroom concoction, making use of some prunings from the garden in the process.  You can find me on Instagram as <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mrs_m_curiosity_cabinet/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Mrs_M_Curiosity_Cabinet</a>. More detailed show notes are available at <a href="http://www.mrsmscuriositycabinet.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Mrs M's Curiosity Cabinet</a>. Music: As I figure by <a href="http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Kevin_MacLeod/Jazz_Sampler/As_I_Figure_1245" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Kevin MacLeod</a> on FreeMusicArchive and licensed under Creative Commons <a href="https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">By Attribution 3.0 License</a>

Episode 26: From head to toe

In this episode I talk about my first experience of steeking and testing a woven knicker pattern to restock my undies drawer, not to mention delving into the origins and necessity of various elements of underwear design. I also share a recent simple but essential repair and include an announcement about Issue 2 of the Mrs M's Curiosity Cabinet pamphlet.  You can find me on Instagram as Mrs_M_Curiosity_Cabinet. More detailed show notes are available at Mrs M's Curiosity Cabinet. And as an experiment I've also added a little video footage on YouTube under the same name to accompany this podcast. Music: As I figure by Kevin MacLeod on FreeMusicArchive and licensed under Creative Commons By Attribution 3.0 License

In this episode I talk about my first experience of steeking and testing a woven knicker pattern to restock my undies drawer, not to mention delving into the origins and necessity of various elements of underwear design. I also share a recent simple but essential repair and include an announcement about Issue 2 of the Mrs M's Curiosity Cabinet pamphlet.  You can find me on Instagram as <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mrs_m_curiosity_cabinet/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Mrs_M_Curiosity_Cabinet</a>. More detailed show notes are available at <a href="http://www.mrsmscuriositycabinet.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Mrs M's Curiosity Cabinet</a>. And as an experiment I've also added a little video footage on <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_j0Q_7u8JPOgQpPdiKm42w" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">YouTube</a> under the same name to accompany this podcast. Music: As I figure by <a href="http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Kevin_MacLeod/Jazz_Sampler/As_I_Figure_1245" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Kevin MacLeod</a> on FreeMusicArchive and licensed under Creative Commons <a href="https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">By Attribution 3.0 License</a>

Episode 25: Experimenting & mending

In the first episode of 2021 I muse about the functional and frivolous aspects of Operation Chilblain. I also talk about a toile fail and add a new questions segment.  You can find me on Instagram as Mrs_M_Curiosity_Cabinet. More detailed show notes are available at Mrs M's Curiosity Cabinet.  Music: As I figure by Kevin MacLeod on FreeMusicArchive and licensed under Creative Commons By Attribution 3.0 License

In the first episode of 2021 I muse about the functional and frivolous aspects of Operation Chilblain. I also talk about a toile fail and add a new questions segment.  You can find me on Instagram as <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mrs_m_curiosity_cabinet/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Mrs_M_Curiosity_Cabinet</a>. More detailed show notes are available at <a href="http://www.mrsmscuriositycabinet.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Mrs M's Curiosity Cabinet</a>.  Music: As I figure by <a href="http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Kevin_MacLeod/Jazz_Sampler/As_I_Figure_1245" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Kevin MacLeod</a> on FreeMusicArchive and licensed under Creative Commons <a href="https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">By Attribution 3.0 License</a>

Episode 24: Of function, frivolity & failure

In this last episode of an odd year I muse about some familiar materials and shapes but also new processes, explorations and challenges in my knitting, sewing and ceramics.  You can find me on Instagram as Mrs_M_Curiosity_Cabinet for my general making antics and as M.R.Keramik or on my ceramic website for pottery specific work. More detailed show notes are available at Mrs M's Curiosity Cabinet.  Music: As I figure by Kevin MacLeod on FreeMusicArchive and licensed under Creative Commons By Attribution 3.0 License

In this last episode of an odd year I muse about some familiar materials and shapes but also new processes, explorations and challenges in my knitting, sewing and ceramics.  You can find me on Instagram as <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mrs_m_curiosity_cabinet/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Mrs_M_Curiosity_Cabinet</a> for my general making antics and as <a href="https://www.instagram.com/m.r.keramik/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">M.R.Keramik</a> or on my <a href="https://megroper.co.uk" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">ceramic website</a> for pottery specific work. More detailed show notes are available at <a href="http://www.mrsmscuriositycabinet.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Mrs M's Curiosity Cabinet</a>.  Music: As I figure by <a href="http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Kevin_MacLeod/Jazz_Sampler/As_I_Figure_1245" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Kevin MacLeod</a> on FreeMusicArchive and licensed under Creative Commons <a href="https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">By Attribution 3.0 License</a>

Episode 23: Musings on the familiar and the new

A podcast about materials, the making instinct and a craft-full life

I love this wonderful, peaceful, intelligent podcast. The strong focus on making (mostly knitting and sewing) with natural, sustainable, local materials is unique, and it’s a joy to listen to—great sound quality, and what a lovely voice! This podcast is like sitting down with a hot cup of coffee or tea, and chatting with an old friend. Thank you, Mrs M!!!

One of my favorites

This podcast is a pleasurable mix of connection time with the hostess and her projects, plus a not-at-all “preachy” discussion of very relevant topics. I love the sound of your voice and the polished way you assemble your topic discussions. Big fan!

Easy listening and a wool lifestyle inspiration

Mrs M's Curiosity Cabinet

In this episode Mrs M updates you on her all natural fibre sock experiment. She also shares some lessons from the sewing room and muses on comfort knits and comfort knitting. Finally, in the context of London Craft Week, she explores another ancient fibre craft, paper making. Shownotes can be found at: Mrs M's Curiosity Cabinet. Music: Springish by Gillicuddy on FreeMusicArchive and shared under Creative Commons Attribution license.  

In this episode Mrs M updates you on her all natural fibre sock experiment. She also shares some lessons from the sewing room and muses on comfort knits and comfort knitting. Finally, in the context of London Craft Week, she explores another ancient fibre craft, paper making. Shownotes can be found at: <a href="http://www.mrsmscuriositycabinet.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Mrs M's Curiosity Cabinet</a>. Music: Springish by <a href="http://freemusicarchive.org/music/gillicuddy/Plays_Guitar/05-springish" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Gillicuddy</a> on FreeMusicArchive and shared under Creative Commons Attribution license.

Episode 3: Lessons from the sewing room, comfort knits and knitting, and another kind of fibre craft (Re-loaded)

This episode is a little different than normal as it is the first time I welcome a guest onto the podcast. Aidan, aka the Knitting Monk on Instagram and YouTube, joins me to discuss the book "Cræft: How Traditional Crafts are About More Than Just Making" by Alexander Langlands (published under the title Cræft: An Inquiry into the Origins and True Meaning of Traditional Crafts"). You can find me as Mrs_M_Curiosity_Cabinet on Instagram and as Meg-aka-Mrs-M on Ravelry. There is also a Ravelry Group for the podcast. Shownotes can be found at: Mrs M's Curiosity Cabinet. These include references to other podcasters who have reviewed or shared thoughts about this book. Music: As I figure by Kevin MacLeod on FreeMusicArchive and licensed under Creative Commons By Attribution 3.0 License

This episode is a little different than normal as it is the first time I welcome a guest onto the podcast. Aidan, aka the Knitting Monk on Instagram and YouTube, joins me to discuss the book "Cræft: How Traditional Crafts are About More Than Just Making" by Alexander Langlands (published under the title Cræft: An Inquiry into the Origins and True Meaning of Traditional Crafts"). You can find me as <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mrs_m_curiosity_cabinet/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Mrs_M_Curiosity_Cabinet</a> on Instagram and as <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/people/Meg-aka-Mrs-M" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Meg-aka-Mrs-M</a> on Ravelry. There is also a <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/groups/mrs-ms-curiosity-cabinet" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Ravelry Group</a> for the podcast. Shownotes can be found at: <a href="http://www.mrsmscuriositycabinet.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Mrs M's Curiosity Cabinet</a>. These include references to other podcasters who have reviewed or shared thoughts about this book. Music: As I figure by <a href="http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Kevin_MacLeod/Jazz_Sampler/As_I_Figure_1245" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Kevin MacLeod</a> on FreeMusicArchive and licensed under Creative Commons <a href="https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">By Attribution 3.0 License</a>

Episode 13: In conversation with the Knitting Monk

In this month’s bumper episode I talk sock knitting, my wool pantry, dyeing and kitchen gardening but the thread that ties these topics together is a desire to make with local materials, breeds and varieties as much as possible. You can find me as Mrs_M_Curiosity_Cabinet on Instagram and as Meg-aka-Mrs-M on Ravelry. There is now also a Ravelry Group for the podcast. Shownotes can be found at: Mrs M's Curiosity Cabinet. Music: Springish by Gillicuddy on FreeMusicArchive and shared under Creative Commons Attribution license.  

In this month’s bumper episode I talk sock knitting, my wool pantry, dyeing and kitchen gardening but the thread that ties these topics together is a desire to make with local materials, breeds and varieties as much as possible. You can find me as <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mrs_m_curiosity_cabinet/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Mrs_M_Curiosity_Cabinet</a> on Instagram and as <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/people/Meg-aka-Mrs-M" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Meg-aka-Mrs-M</a> on Ravelry. There is now also a <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/groups/mrs-ms-curiosity-cabinet" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Ravelry Group</a> for the podcast. Shownotes can be found at: <a href="http://www.mrsmscuriositycabinet.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Mrs M's Curiosity Cabinet</a>. Music: Springish by <a href="http://freemusicarchive.org/music/gillicuddy/Plays_Guitar/05-springish" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Gillicuddy</a> on FreeMusicArchive and shared under Creative Commons Attribution license.

Episode 4: Sock engineering and bioregional making

In this episode, prompted by recent knits and sewing projects, I muse about how I balance my need for creative inspiration with a desire to avoid novelty for novelty's sake. I also talk about how one of my creative avenues has a degree of novelty hardwired into it. Finally a share an inspiring gem and talk about a forthcoming addition to the "Curiosity Cabinet". You can find me as Mrs_M_Curiosity_Cabinet on Instagram and as Meg-aka-Mrs-M on Ravelry. More detailed show are available at Mrs M's Curiosity Cabinet.  Music: As I figure by Kevin MacLeod on FreeMusicArchive and licensed under Creative Commons By Attribution 3.0 License

In this episode, prompted by recent knits and sewing projects, I muse about how I balance my need for creative inspiration with a desire to avoid novelty for novelty's sake. I also talk about how one of my creative avenues has a degree of novelty hardwired into it. Finally a share an inspiring gem and talk about a forthcoming addition to the "Curiosity Cabinet". You can find me as <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mrs_m_curiosity_cabinet/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Mrs_M_Curiosity_Cabinet</a> on Instagram and as <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/people/Meg-aka-Mrs-M" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Meg-aka-Mrs-M</a> on Ravelry. More detailed show are available at <a href="http://www.mrsmscuriositycabinet.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Mrs M's Curiosity Cabinet</a>.  Music: As I figure by <a href="http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Kevin_MacLeod/Jazz_Sampler/As_I_Figure_1245" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Kevin MacLeod</a> on FreeMusicArchive and licensed under Creative Commons <a href="https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">By Attribution 3.0 License</a>

Episode 16: Of novelty, curiosity and inspiration

After a summer hiatus I am back with an update on my no-nylon sock experiment, some thoughts on the complex issue of the affordability of materials with ethically or environmentally kinder credentials and my recent efforts to improve the fitting of my sewn tops. This episode also includes a give-away, kindly sponsored by the inspiring Daughter of a Shepherd. You can find me as Mrs_M_Curiosity_Cabinet on Instagram and as Meg-aka-Mrs-M on Ravelry. There is also a Ravelry Group for the podcast, where the give-away will be held. Shownotes can be found at: Mrs M's Curiosity Cabinet. Music: Springish by Gillicuddy on FreeMusicArchive and shared under Creative Commons Attribution license.  

After a summer hiatus I am back with an update on my no-nylon sock experiment, some thoughts on the complex issue of the affordability of materials with ethically or environmentally kinder credentials and my recent efforts to improve the fitting of my sewn tops. This episode also includes a give-away, kindly sponsored by the inspiring <a href="https://daughterofashepherd.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Daughter of a Shepherd</a>. You can find me as <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mrs_m_curiosity_cabinet/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Mrs_M_Curiosity_Cabinet</a> on Instagram and as <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/people/Meg-aka-Mrs-M" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Meg-aka-Mrs-M</a> on Ravelry. There is also a <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/groups/mrs-ms-curiosity-cabinet" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Ravelry Group</a> for the podcast, where the give-away will be held. Shownotes can be found at: <a href="http://www.mrsmscuriositycabinet.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Mrs M's Curiosity Cabinet</a>. Music: Springish by <a href="http://freemusicarchive.org/music/gillicuddy/Plays_Guitar/05-springish" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Gillicuddy</a> on FreeMusicArchive and shared under Creative Commons Attribution license.

Episode 5: A hybrid control pair, affordability and cracking the bodice

In this episode I talk about a couple wool-shawl combinations that have intentionally slowed my knitting speed and rate, and explore the psychology and content of my wool pantry. I also share some notes from the kitchen after weeks of preserving.  You can find me as Mrs_M_Curiosity_Cabinet on Instagram and as Meg-aka-Mrs-M on Ravelry. There is now also a Ravelry Group for the podcast. Shownotes can be found at: Mrs M's Curiosity Cabinet. Music: Springish by Gillicuddy on FreeMusicArchive and shared under Creative Commons Attribution license.

In this episode I talk about a couple wool-shawl combinations that have intentionally slowed my knitting speed and rate, and explore the psychology and content of my wool pantry. I also share some notes from the kitchen after weeks of preserving.  You can find me as <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mrs_m_curiosity_cabinet/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Mrs_M_Curiosity_Cabinet</a> on Instagram and as <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/people/Meg-aka-Mrs-M" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Meg-aka-Mrs-M</a> on Ravelry. There is now also a <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/groups/mrs-ms-curiosity-cabinet" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Ravelry Group</a> for the podcast. Shownotes can be found at: <a href="http://www.mrsmscuriositycabinet.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Mrs M's Curiosity Cabinet</a>. Music: Springish by <a href="http://freemusicarchive.org/music/gillicuddy/Plays_Guitar/05-springish" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Gillicuddy</a> on FreeMusicArchive and shared under Creative Commons Attribution license.

Episode 7: Of pantries and savouring

In this episode I give an update on my nylon-free sock experiment and talk about a garden-based fibre experiment. Prompted by a recent pricing experiment amongst some pattern designers, I include a book review about an interesting grassroots initiative, Incredible Edible Todmorden. And I finish with a bumper crop of inspiring gems.  You can find me as Mrs_M_Curiosity_Cabinet on Instagram and as Meg-aka-Mrs-M on Ravelry. More detailed show are available at Mrs M's Curiosity Cabinet.  Music: As I figure by Kevin MacLeod on FreeMusicArchive and licensed under Creative Commons By Attribution 3.0 License

In this episode I give an update on my nylon-free sock experiment and talk about a garden-based fibre experiment. Prompted by a recent pricing experiment amongst some pattern designers, I include a book review about an interesting grassroots initiative, Incredible Edible Todmorden. And I finish with a bumper crop of inspiring gems.  You can find me as <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mrs_m_curiosity_cabinet/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Mrs_M_Curiosity_Cabinet</a> on Instagram and as <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/people/Meg-aka-Mrs-M" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Meg-aka-Mrs-M</a> on Ravelry. More detailed show are available at <a href="http://www.mrsmscuriositycabinet.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Mrs M's Curiosity Cabinet</a>.  Music: As I figure by <a href="http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Kevin_MacLeod/Jazz_Sampler/As_I_Figure_1245" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Kevin MacLeod</a> on FreeMusicArchive and licensed under Creative Commons <a href="https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">By Attribution 3.0 License</a>

Episode 18: Experimenting

In this episode I announce that I will be attending the Edinburgh Yarn Festival and thank the organisers for inviting me to participate as a podcaster in the Blacker Yarns' Podcast Lounge. In the sewing segment I talk about the ups and downs of my latest sewing project (a smart shirt or blouse), including my choice of pattern, the new skills I've acquired and the fitting challenges I've faced. Despite occasional frustration and despondency, I decide to focus on the agency and body kindness that being able to make a properly fitting garment gives us and touch upon the language of fitting. I also explore a listener's questions about the relative benefits and harm of paper versus PDF sewing patterns. In the knitting segment, I mull over how my recent sewing experience is spilling over into my knitting and making me more bold about playing around with the style and shaping in knitting patterns, almost to the point of reworking them entirely. I also announce the winner of the This Thing of Paper giveaway; review Socks 2018, a new e-publication by Making Stories focused on nylon-free, non-superwash socks; and announce a giveaway of a digital copy of Socks 2018.    You can find me as Mrs_M_Curiosity_Cabinet on Instagram and as Meg-aka-Mrs-M on Ravelry. There is also a Ravelry Group for the podcast. Shownotes can be found at: Mrs M's Curiosity Cabinet. Music: As I figure by Kevin MacLeod on FreeMusicArchive and licensed under Creative Commons By Attribution 3.0 License

In this episode I announce that I will be attending the <a href="http://www.edinyarnfest.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Edinburgh Yarn Festival</a> and thank the organisers for inviting me to participate as a podcaster in the Blacker Yarns' Podcast Lounge. In the sewing segment I talk about the ups and downs of my latest sewing project (a smart shirt or blouse), including my choice of pattern, the new skills I've acquired and the fitting challenges I've faced. Despite occasional frustration and despondency, I decide to focus on the agency and body kindness that being able to make a properly fitting garment gives us and touch upon the language of fitting. I also explore a listener's questions about the relative benefits and harm of paper versus PDF sewing patterns. In the knitting segment, I mull over how my recent sewing experience is spilling over into my knitting and making me more bold about playing around with the style and shaping in knitting patterns, almost to the point of reworking them entirely. I also announce the winner of the This Thing of Paper giveaway; review Socks 2018, a new e-publication by Making Stories focused on nylon-free, non-superwash socks; and announce a giveaway of a digital copy of Socks 2018.    You can find me as <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mrs_m_curiosity_cabinet/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Mrs_M_Curiosity_Cabinet</a> on Instagram and as <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/people/Meg-aka-Mrs-M" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Meg-aka-Mrs-M</a> on Ravelry. There is also a <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/groups/mrs-ms-curiosity-cabinet" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Ravelry Group</a> for the podcast. Shownotes can be found at: <a href="http://www.mrsmscuriositycabinet.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Mrs M's Curiosity Cabinet</a>. Music: As I figure by <a href="http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Kevin_MacLeod/Jazz_Sampler/As_I_Figure_1245" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Kevin MacLeod</a> on FreeMusicArchive and licensed under Creative Commons <a href="https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">By Attribution 3.0 License</a>

Episode 10: Of patterns, fitting and agency

In this episode I share some thoughts and observations about natural shades of fibres, prompted by my recent participation in the KnitBritish Nature's Shade Along. I share my adventures in trousers making and invite you to join me for a tricky toile along. I also talk about the seasonal delight of foraging and finish up by sharing a couple of inspiring gems. You can find me as Mrs_M_Curiosity_Cabinet on Instagram and as Meg-aka-Mrs-M on Ravelry. There is also a Ravelry Group for the podcast. Show notes can be found at: Mrs M's Curiosity Cabinet. Music: As I figure by Kevin MacLeod on FreeMusicArchive and licensed under Creative Commons By Attribution 3.0 License

In this episode I share some thoughts and observations about natural shades of fibres, prompted by my recent participation in the KnitBritish Nature's Shade Along. I share my adventures in trousers making and invite you to join me for a tricky toile along. I also talk about the seasonal delight of foraging and finish up by sharing a couple of inspiring gems. You can find me as <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mrs_m_curiosity_cabinet/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Mrs_M_Curiosity_Cabinet</a> on Instagram and as <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/people/Meg-aka-Mrs-M" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Meg-aka-Mrs-M</a> on Ravelry. There is also a <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/groups/mrs-ms-curiosity-cabinet" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Ravelry Group</a> for the podcast. Show notes can be found at: <a href="http://www.mrsmscuriositycabinet.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Mrs M's Curiosity Cabinet</a>. Music: As I figure by <a href="http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Kevin_MacLeod/Jazz_Sampler/As_I_Figure_1245" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Kevin MacLeod</a> on FreeMusicArchive and licensed under Creative Commons <a href="https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">By Attribution 3.0 License</a>

Episode 14: Of natural shades, trousers and foraging delights

In this short thematic episode I talk about how waste features in my making and how it has unlocked my dormant creative instincts.  You can find me as Mrs_M_Curiosity_Cabinet on Instagram and as Meg-aka-Mrs-M on Ravelry. There is now also a Ravelry Group for the podcast. Shownotes can be found at: Mrs M's Curiosity Cabinet. Music: Springish by Gillicuddy on FreeMusicArchive and shared under Creative Commons Attribution license.

In this short thematic episode I talk about how waste features in my making and how it has unlocked my dormant creative instincts.  You can find me as <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mrs_m_curiosity_cabinet/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Mrs_M_Curiosity_Cabinet</a> on Instagram and as <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/people/Meg-aka-Mrs-M" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Meg-aka-Mrs-M</a> on Ravelry. There is now also a <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/groups/mrs-ms-curiosity-cabinet" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Ravelry Group</a> for the podcast. Shownotes can be found at: <a href="http://www.mrsmscuriositycabinet.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Mrs M's Curiosity Cabinet</a>. Music: Springish by <a href="http://freemusicarchive.org/music/gillicuddy/Plays_Guitar/05-springish" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Gillicuddy</a> on FreeMusicArchive and shared under Creative Commons Attribution license.

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