Episode 025 Shownotes - Michigan FiberFest 2013The Rivulet Shrug PatternGuild UpdatesEvents UpdatesSOAR AnnouncementReview of SpinOff     On the Road again...Michigan Fiber Fest 2013

Episode 025 Shownotes - Michigan FiberFest 2013 The Rivulet Shrug Pattern Guild Updates Events Updates SOAR Announcement Review of SpinOff On the Road again... Michigan Fiber Fest 2013

H J-025 - Michigan FiberFest 2013

Episode 024 Shownotes - YARNCON 2013Work in Process - Whats on and off my needlesExploring Stripes Beaded Bag from the Beaded Knitting workshop.I completed this bag in 17 days including the icord (which I normally hate and procrastinate knitting) due to the friendly competition with Midge65 who completed two in the same time and ultimately made 4 bags.Legwarmers for Spinning Buddy Jr. in stockinet in thick and thin colorful yarn. Used all 3  balls and made shorter legwarmers.New segment -5%(Tell story of 5%) ice breaker when being irrationalwhich brings me to ...My 3rd set of Prairie Boots for Me! Me! Me!I went to sew the buttons on and didn’t like where the button holes were positioned so I am going to knit the very top flap ove  r.  (I substituted bulky yarn and forgot to alter for for the different gauge.  A quick fix, but is put on hold now the weather is warmer. In this episode I am introducing another new segment I call... Distracted by the Shiney.This segment will talk about the  products or projects that are distracting you from finishing the project that you currently are working on.  We will talk more about it in On the Road Again.Guild UpdatesIllinois Prairie Spinners GuildNeedle felted birds workshopand our new temporary location Warren Tavern in Warrenville, IllinoisCultured Purls Knitting GuildBeaded Knitting Workshop           3 ways to knit with beads            -Prestring beads and push up between stitches. ( makes beaded pattern a little               	   wonky)	-	Prestring beads and push up in front of slipped stitch. (sometime can slip to back of work)	-	My favorite way - use a crochet hook by placing the bead on the hook, removing the stitch with the hook and while stitch is under tension sliding the bead on the stitch and returning to knitting needle and knit.  ( benefits does not stress yarn, bead is located on both sides of your project.Shop UpdatesElgin Knit Works moved a block away from their original location in Elgin, IllinoisElgin Knit Works8 Douglas AveElgin IL 60120847-627-4700shop@elginknitworks.comMosaic Yarn Studio moved from DesPlaines to Mount Prospect IllinoisMosaic Yarn Studio, Ltd. 109 W. Prospect Ave. Mount Prospect, IL  60056Phone: 847-390-1013Fax: 847-390-1256Email: info@mosaicyarnstudio.comWebs is having a huge 39th anniversary sale all during March online atWWW.Yarn.comOn the Road again...Yarn Con 2013New Segment...Distracted by the Shiny.What product or project is distracting you from finishing the project that you currently have in WIPs.  The Rivulet Shrug by Andrea MarquisSomeone You should knowMy interview with Monika Kimrey Developing World708/601-6664  Envision UnlimitedWWW.Envision.OrgInterview with John from White Mountain Whiskey  LLCWooly App for Ravelry contest and interview Kickstarter.com  for version 2.0 Universal version that will be compatible with IPad and Android and uses all the Ravelry features that Ravelry makes available to developers.Why Wooly?Wooly app makes it easy to update your Ravelry project page on the go.  I like how you can clearly review your projects and stash.  You can also share your projects on facebook easily with the Wooly App.The reason why I love Wooly is that the Wooly app inserts your pictures first on your projects page instead of last like Ravelry does.  This helps people on Iphones and Ipads easily update their project pages with the latest progress on their projects.You are able to see the basic information about the pattern such as which yarn weight, yardage and needle size is recommended if entered on your project page, however you are not able to see your pattern instructions or see the details about your yarn unless you specifically loaded that information when and if you entered it in your stash.This is because Ravelry had previously limited the types of information they would release to the developers to make the applications.I love Ravelry for access to Patterns and Yarns as well as sharing information in the forums.  Hopefully Ravelry will release these features to the developers so that they will be able to be added in version 2.0WOOLY APP DrawingEnter under the Homespun Journey Ravelry Group Under the Episode 24 YarnCon thread.  Leave a comment and let us know your favorite Ravelry feature.The winner will be chosen by random drawing as of June 15th, 2013 midnight.John has graciously donated access to the Wooly App for free using a download code.Upcoming FestivalsMaryland Sheep and WoolShepherds Harvest May 11-12, 20013Middle Tennessee Fiber Show  May 24-25, 2013 Hoosier Hills Fiber Fair Indiana May 31-June 1, 2013Iowa Sheep and Wool June 8+9, 2013Midwest Weavers in Kansas  June 20-22 , 2013  Midwest Fiber and Folk Art Fair June 21-23, 2013Black Sheep Gathering in Oregon   June 21-23, 2013

Episode 024 Shownotes - YARNCON 2013 Work in Process - Whats on and off my needles Exploring Stripes Beaded Bag from the Beaded Knitting workshop. I completed this bag in 17 days including the icord (which I normally hate and procrastinate knitting) due to the friendly competition with Midge65 who completed two in the same time and ultimately made 4 bags. Legwarmers for Spinning Buddy Jr. in stockinet in thick and thin colorful yarn. Used all 3 balls and made shorter legwarmers. New segment -5% (Tell story of 5%) ice breaker when being irrational which brings me to ... My 3rd set of Prairie Boots for Me! Me! Me! I went to sew the buttons on and didn’t like where the button holes were positioned so I am going to knit the very top flap ove r. (I substituted bulky yarn and forgot to alter for for the different gauge. A quick fix, but is put on hold now the weather is warmer. In this episode I am introducing another new segment I call... Distracted by the Shiney. This segment will talk about the products or projects that are distracting you from finishing the project that you currently are working on. We will talk more about it in On the Road Again. Guild Updates Illinois Prairie Spinners Guild Needle felted birds workshop and our new temporary location Warren Tavern in Warrenville, Illinois Cultured Purls Knitting Guild Beaded Knitting Workshop 3 ways to knit with beads -Prestring beads and push up between stitches. ( makes beaded pattern a little 	 wonky) 	-	Prestring beads and push up in front of slipped stitch. (sometime can slip to back of work) 	-	My favorite way - use a crochet hook by placing the bead on the hook, removing the stitch with the hook and while stitch is under tension sliding the bead on the stitch and returning to knitting needle and knit. ( benefits does not stress yarn, bead is located on both sides of your project. Shop Updates Elgin Knit Works moved a block away from their original location in Elgin, Illinois Elgin Knit Works 8 Douglas Ave Elgin IL 60120 847-627-4700 <a href="mailto:shop@elginknitworks.com/">shop@elginknitworks.com</a> Mosaic Yarn Studio moved from DesPlaines to Mount Prospect Illinois Mosaic Yarn Studio, Ltd. 109 W. Prospect Ave. Mount Prospect, IL  60056 Phone: 847-390-1013 Fax: 847-390-1256 Email: <a href="mailto:info@mosaicyarnstudio.com/">info@mosaicyarnstudio.com</a> Webs is having a huge 39th anniversary sale all during March online at <a href="http://WWW.Yarn.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">WWW.Yarn.com</a> On the Road again... Yarn Con 2013 New Segment...Distracted by the Shiny. What product or project is distracting you from finishing the project that you currently have in WIPs. The Rivulet Shrug by Andrea Marquis Someone You should know My interview with Monika Kimrey Developing World 708/601-6664 Envision Unlimited <a href="http://WWW.Envision.Org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">WWW.Envision.Org</a> Interview with John from White Mountain Whiskey LLC Wooly App for Ravelry contest and interview <a href="http://Kickstarter.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Kickstarter.com</a> for version 2.0 Universal version that will be compatible with IPad and Android and uses all the Ravelry features that Ravelry makes available to developers. Why Wooly? Wooly app makes it easy to update your Ravelry project page on the go. I like how you can clearly review your projects and stash. You can also share your projects on facebook easily with the Wooly App. The reason why I love Wooly is that the Wooly app inserts your pictures first on your projects page instead of last like Ravelry does. This helps people on Iphones and Ipads easily update their project pages with the latest progress on their projects. You are able to see the basic information about the pattern such as which yarn weight, yardage and needle size is recommended if entered on your project page, however you are not able to see your pattern instructions or see the details about your yarn unless you specifically loaded that information when and if you entered it in your stash. This is because Ravelry had previously limited the types of information they would release to the developers to make the applications. I love Ravelry for access to Patterns and Yarns as well as sharing information in the forums. Hopefully Ravelry will release these features to the developers so that they will be able to be added in version 2.0 WOOLY APP Drawing Enter under the Homespun Journey Ravelry Group Under the Episode 24 YarnCon thread. Leave a comment and let us know your favorite Ravelry feature. The winner will be chosen by random drawing as of June 15th, 2013 midnight. John has graciously donated access to the Wooly App for free using a download code. Upcoming Festivals Maryland Sheep and Wool Shepherds Harvest May 11-12, 20013 Middle Tennessee Fiber Show May 24-25, 2013 Hoosier Hills Fiber Fair Indiana May 31-June 1, 2013 Iowa Sheep and Wool June 8+9, 2013 Midwest Weavers in Kansas June 20-22 , 2013 Midwest Fiber and Folk Art Fair June 21-23, 2013 Black Sheep Gathering in Oregon June 21-23, 2013

H J-024 - YARNCON 2013

2012 Project review-Socks that Rock Thinking Socks-Zu Zu’s Petals cowl using Malabrigo yarn-Zauberball Thinking Socks in Ombre-Kensington Socks by Nancy Bush using Madeline Tosh-Toe up Baby socks in I love that Cotton-Mini Annis with Beads-Summer Blooms Shawl using Chiao Goo Red Lace needles-Opsa shawl in alpaca lace w/beads-3 pairs of Prairie BootsYarn shop visit to The Fold in Marengo, Illinois2013 GoalsMobius cast on (on purpose)Knit a toe up sock with heel flapSpin my cashmere/silk blendIllinois Prairie SpinnersWWW.IPS.CHICAGOLANDSPINS.ORGMy Journey to:The Janesville Area Knitting Guild’s annual Knit InWWW.JAKG.ORGLake Lawn Lodge in Delavan, WisconsinFranklin Habit Lace Edging workshopUpcoming Festivals to attend.Spinning and Knitting Tips-Clean and lubricate the INSIDE of your bobbin.-Know your ratios-Scotch Tension or Double Drive Spinning WheelKnitting TipHomemade yarn bowl.Your Spinning Buddy,Sherry Johnson

2012 Project review -Socks that Rock Thinking Socks -Zu Zu’s Petals cowl using Malabrigo yarn -Zauberball Thinking Socks in Ombre -Kensington Socks by Nancy Bush using Madeline Tosh -Toe up Baby socks in I love that Cotton -Mini Annis with Beads -Summer Blooms Shawl using Chiao Goo Red Lace needles -Opsa shawl in alpaca lace w/beads -3 pairs of Prairie Boots Yarn shop visit to The Fold in Marengo, Illinois 2013 Goals Mobius cast on (on purpose) Knit a toe up sock with heel flap Spin my cashmere/silk blend Illinois Prairie Spinners <a href="http://WWW.IPS.CHICAGOLANDSPINS.ORG/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">WWW.IPS.CHICAGOLANDSPINS.ORG</a> My Journey to: The Janesville Area Knitting Guild’s annual Knit In <a href="http://WWW.JAKG.ORG/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">WWW.JAKG.ORG</a> Lake Lawn Lodge in Delavan, Wisconsin Franklin Habit Lace Edging workshop Upcoming Festivals to attend. Spinning and Knitting Tips -Clean and lubricate the INSIDE of your bobbin. -Know your ratios -Scotch Tension or Double Drive Spinning Wheel Knitting Tip Homemade yarn bowl. Your Spinning Buddy, Sherry Johnson

H J-023 - 2012 Year in Review and JAKG Knit-In

My Workshops with Franklin Habit    History of Lace    Jacquard Garter StitchGadgetsKensington Socks StoryContact information:www.HomespunJourney.ComHomespun Journey Podcast group on RavelrySpinning Buddy on Ravelry, Facebook, and TwitterSpinningBuddy@HomespunJourney.com

My Workshops with Franklin Habit History of Lace Jacquard Garter Stitch Gadgets Kensington Socks Story Contact information: <a href="http://WWW.HomespunJourney.Com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.HomespunJourney.Com</a> Homespun Journey Podcast group on Ravelry Spinning Buddy on Ravelry, Facebook, and Twitter <a href="mailto:SpinningBuddy@sbcglobal.net/">SpinningBuddy@HomespunJourney.com</a>

H J-022 - My Workshops with Franklin Habit 

My Journey to Midwest Fiber and FolkArt Fair     Lake County Fairgrounds in Grayslake, IL.Runway Fashion ShowLlama Obstacle CourseMarket PLace    The Fold    Fiber Optic Yarns    Susan’s Fiber Shop    Trading Post for Fiber Arts    Abstract Fibers Authors Book SigningContact information:www.HomespunJourney.ComHomespun Journey Podcast group on RavelrySpinning Buddy on Ravelry, Facebook, and TwitterSpinningBuddy@HomespunJourney.com

My Journey to Midwest Fiber and FolkArt Fair Lake County Fairgrounds in Grayslake, IL. Runway Fashion Show Llama Obstacle Course Market PLace The Fold Fiber Optic Yarns Susan’s Fiber Shop Trading Post for Fiber Arts Abstract Fibers Authors Book Signing Contact information: <a href="http://WWW.HomespunJourney.Com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.HomespunJourney.Com</a> Homespun Journey Podcast group on Ravelry Spinning Buddy on Ravelry, Facebook, and Twitter <a href="mailto:SpinningBuddy@sbcglobal.net/">SpinningBuddy@HomespunJourney.com</a>

H J-021 - Midwest Fiber and FolkArt Fair

•	Spinning Wheel	•	Gadget Corner	•	Cultured Purls Guild	•	Spinning Retreat

•	Spinning Wheel 	•	Gadget Corner 	•	Cultured Purls Guild 	•	Spinning Retreat

H J-020 - Spinning Retreat

My Journey to Shepherd's Harvest Sheep and Wool Festival Lake Elmo, MN.www.SHEPHERDSHARVESTFESTIVAL.ORGSaturday evening get-together with Deb Robson and Carol Ekariusauthors of  ‘The Fleece &amp; Fiber Sourcebook’Contact information:www.HomespunJourney.ComHomespun Journey Podcast group on RavelrySpinning Buddy on Ravelry, Facebook, and TwitterSpinningBuddy@sbcglobal.net

My Journey to Shepherd's Harvest Sheep and Wool Festival Lake Elmo, MN. <a href="http://WWW.SHEPHERDSHARVESTFESTIVAL.ORG/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.SHEPHERDSHARVESTFESTIVAL.ORG</a> Saturday evening get-together with Deb Robson and Carol Ekarius authors of ‘The Fleece &amp; Fiber Sourcebook’ Contact information: <a href="http://WWW.HomespunJourney.Com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.HomespunJourney.Com</a> Homespun Journey Podcast group on Ravelry Spinning Buddy on Ravelry, Facebook, and Twitter <a href="mailto:SpinningBuddy@sbcglobal.net/">SpinningBuddy@sbcglobal.net</a>

H J-019 - Journey to Shepherds Harvest

What's on my needles?    Kensington socks by Nancy Bush    pattern in ‘The Knitters Book of Socks’ by Clara ParkesStephenson County Fiber FestMalabrigo Song     Gary Karlsrud - Composer  Mediaworkzone.comMalabrigo Song Video

What's on my needles? Kensington socks by Nancy Bush pattern in ‘The Knitters Book of Socks’ by Clara Parkes Stephenson County Fiber Fest Malabrigo Song Gary Karlsrud - Composer <a href="http://Mediaworkzone.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Mediaworkzone.com</a> <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vLbQZAS1dJA" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Malabrigo Song Video</a>

H J-018 - Stephenson County FiberFest

What's off my needles?    Zu Zu’s Petals Cowl.www.carinaspencer.com/shop/zuzus-petalsWhat's on my needles?    Kensington socks by Nancy Bush    pattern in ‘The Knitters Book of Socks’ by Clara ParkesMagazines    Spin-Off   -   www.interweave.com    Wild Fibers   -   www.wildfibersmagazine.comFiber Discussion    Sharlea Merinowww.sharlea.comMalabrigo Song     Gary Karlsrud - Composer  Mediaworkzone.comMalabrigo Song Video

What's off my needles? Zu Zu’s Petals Cowl. <a href="http://www.carinaspencer.com/shop/zuzus-petals" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.carinaspencer.com/shop/zuzus-petals</a> What's on my needles? Kensington socks by Nancy Bush pattern in ‘The Knitters Book of Socks’ by Clara Parkes Magazines Spin-Off - <a href="http://www.interweave.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.interweave.com</a> Wild Fibers - <a href="http://www.wildfibersmagazine.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.wildfibersmagazine.com</a> Fiber Discussion Sharlea Merino <a href="http://www.sharlea.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.sharlea.com</a> Malabrigo Song Gary Karlsrud - Composer <a href="http://Mediaworkzone.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Mediaworkzone.com</a> <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vLbQZAS1dJA" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Malabrigo Song Video</a>

H J-017: Sharlea Merino

What's on my needles and wheel?    Pictures and details can be found on my Ravelry Group Homespun Journey.Guild UpdateNew PodcastsBook ReviewJourney with Spinster

What's on my needles and wheel? Pictures and details can be found on my Ravelry Group Homespun Journey. Guild Update New Podcasts Book Review Journey with Spinster

H J-016: Journey with Spinster

Welcome to your connection to Midwest Fiber Arts. Talk about Festivals, Workshops, Guilds, Events and Techniques. All Fiber Arts are welcome. Spinning, knitting, needle felting weaving and more!

What's on my needles and wheel?    Pictures and details can be found on my Ravelry Group Homespun Journey.2012 New Year's Resolution    Spin the good stuff!Christmas Presents    Books        -Fleece and Fiber Sourcebook by Deb Robson &amp; Carol Ekarius        -Knitting Around the World a Multistranded History of a Time Honored Tradition         By Lela Nargi        -Friday Night Knitting Club Knit Two by Kate Jacobs        - Stitch and Bitch by Debbie Stoller        -Knit your own Dog by Sally Muir &amp; Joanna OsborneMy Journey to The Fold, Marengo, Illinoiswww.thefoldatmc.net    Books        -A Knitter's Life List by Gwen W. Steege        -Unravelled by Maggie Sefton    Needles        -Kollage square needles        -Addi Turbo by Skacel    BFL/ Tussah Silk 50/50 top spinning fibersBook Review - Sunrise on Cedar Key by Terri DuLongCultured Purls Knitting GuildMeets at Holy Cross Lutheran Church in basementCorner of First Street and Three Oaks RoadCary, IL.Informal Meetup at Barnes &amp; Nobel Bookstore Crystal Lake, IL.  7 pm.www.culturedpurls.comPay it Forward.....Charity KnittingMotherBearProject.org    Calendar of Hope 2012.   www.armyofwomen.orgEvents    -Rhonda's Knit Wits. 3rd Thursday Get Together Wonder Lake, IL    -Fiber Wrapped Figure art workshop with Danny Mansmith        Art InStitchtute of Chicago        2020 N. Western Ave., 2nd Floor        Chicago, IL.    -3rd Annual Midwinter Fiber &amp; Yarn Tasting        Feb 25, 2012 starting at 9:00 am.        Basics Natural Foods Co-op        1711 Lodge Drive        Janesville, Wisconsin    -Sheep in the City Getaway        February 24, 25, &amp; 26th, 2012        Comfort Suites        Oak Creek, Wisconsinwww.web.mac.com/jmassie1Illinois Prairie Spinners 2012 Spring RetreatMay 18-20, 2012 (Fri-Sun)Everyone is welcome to attendRegistration FormMalabrigo Song     Gary Karlsrud - Composer  Mediaworkzone.comMalabrigo Song Video

What's on my needles and wheel? Pictures and details can be found on my Ravelry Group Homespun Journey. 2012 New Year's Resolution Spin the good stuff! Christmas Presents Books -Fleece and Fiber Sourcebook by Deb Robson &amp; Carol Ekarius -Knitting Around the World a Multistranded History of a Time Honored Tradition By Lela Nargi -Friday Night Knitting Club Knit Two by Kate Jacobs - Stitch and Bitch by Debbie Stoller -Knit your own Dog by Sally Muir &amp; Joanna Osborne My Journey to The Fold, Marengo, Illinois <a href="http://www.thefoldatmc.net/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.thefoldatmc.net</a> Books -A Knitter's Life List by Gwen W. Steege -Unravelled by Maggie Sefton Needles -Kollage square needles -Addi Turbo by Skacel BFL/ Tussah Silk 50/50 top spinning fibers Book Review - Sunrise on Cedar Key by Terri DuLong Cultured Purls Knitting Guild Meets at Holy Cross Lutheran Church in basement Corner of First Street and Three Oaks Road Cary, IL. Informal Meetup at Barnes &amp; Nobel Bookstore Crystal Lake, IL. 7 pm. <a href="http://www.culturedpurls.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.culturedpurls.com</a> Pay it Forward.....Charity Knitting <a href="http://MotherBearProject.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">MotherBearProject.org</a> Calendar of Hope 2012. <a href="http://www.armyofwomen.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.armyofwomen.org</a> Events -Rhonda's Knit Wits. 3rd Thursday Get Together Wonder Lake, IL -Fiber Wrapped Figure art workshop with Danny Mansmith Art InStitchtute of Chicago 2020 N. Western Ave., 2nd Floor Chicago, IL. -3rd Annual Midwinter Fiber &amp; Yarn Tasting Feb 25, 2012 starting at 9:00 am. Basics Natural Foods Co-op 1711 Lodge Drive Janesville, Wisconsin -Sheep in the City Getaway February 24, 25, &amp; 26th, 2012 Comfort Suites Oak Creek, Wisconsin <a href="http://www.web.mac.com/jmassie1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.web.mac.com/jmassie1</a> Illinois Prairie Spinners 2012 Spring Retreat May 18-20, 2012 (Fri-Sun) Everyone is welcome to attend <a href="Entries/2012/1/15_H_J-015__2012_New_Years_Resolution_files/Spinning%20Retreat%202012.pdf" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Registration Form</a> Malabrigo Song Gary Karlsrud - Composer <a href="http://Mediaworkzone.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Mediaworkzone.com</a> <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vLbQZAS1dJA" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Malabrigo Song Video</a>

H J-015: 2012 New Years Resolution

•	What’s on my Needles	•	Master Spinning Class - Olds College Canada	•	Portuguese Knitting at the Illinois Prairie Spinning Guild	•	Xmas Surprise	•	Wisconsin Sheep &amp; Wool	•	Upcoming Events

•	What’s on my Needles 	•	Master Spinning Class - Olds College Canada 	•	Portuguese Knitting at the Illinois Prairie Spinning Guild 	•	Xmas Surprise 	•	Wisconsin Sheep &amp; Wool 	•	Upcoming Events

H J-014: Wisconsin Sheep & Wool

•	New iPhone App - Yarn Genie	•	Tips and Techniques	•	Stitches Midwest	•	Malabrigo Song     Gary Karlsrud - Composer  Mediaworkzone.com	•	Upcoming Events

•	New iPhone App - Yarn Genie 	•	Tips and Techniques 	•	Stitches Midwest 	•	Malabrigo Song Gary Karlsrud - Composer <a href="http://Mediaworkzone.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Mediaworkzone.com</a> 	•	Upcoming Events

H J-013: Stitches Midwest

•	What’s On my needles	•	Over the Summer	•	Colonel Palmer House - Sheep to Shawl	•	Ill. Prairie Spinners - Tweed &amp; Heathered Yarns	•	Michigan Fiber Festival	•	Knitting Tip

•	What’s On my needles 	•	Over the Summer 	•	Colonel Palmer House - Sheep to Shawl 	•	Ill. Prairie Spinners - Tweed &amp; Heathered Yarns 	•	Michigan Fiber Festival 	•	Knitting Tip

H J-012: Michigan Fiber Fest

•	What’s On my needles	•	Shephards Market	•	Sock-A-Palooza	•	Gadgets

•	What’s On my needles 	•	Shephards Market 	•	Sock-A-Palooza 	•	Gadgets

H J-011: Shephards Harvest

•	What’s Off my needles	•	What’s On my needles	•	Madison Knit-In	•	Wisconsin Spin-In	•	Stephenson County Spin-In	•	Cognitive Creativity Workshop	•	Stefania Isaacson Workshop	•	Gadgets	•	Contest winner

•	What’s Off my needles 	•	What’s On my needles 	•	Madison Knit-In 	•	Wisconsin Spin-In 	•	Stephenson County Spin-In 	•	Cognitive Creativity Workshop 	•	Stefania Isaacson Workshop 	•	Gadgets 	•	Contest winner

H J-010: Spring Festivals

- My new workshop Cognitive Creativity - Handspinning with both sides of your Brain.     March 26,2011.- Recap of Guild workshop - Recycled bags plastic yarn- My whirlwind trip to Sheep in the City Getaway with vendor interviews.- Gadget Corner	-	Spinning/Fiber Retreat April 29 -May 1, 2011	-	Contest

- My new workshop Cognitive Creativity - Handspinning with both sides of your Brain. March 26,2011. - Recap of Guild workshop - Recycled bags plastic yarn - My whirlwind trip to Sheep in the City Getaway with vendor interviews. - Gadget Corner 	-	Spinning/Fiber Retreat April 29 -May 1, 2011 	-	Contest

H J-009: Journey to SITC and Recycled Yarn

What’s on my needles    Hemlock Ring Afgan - by Jared Flood    Entwined Fingerless Gloves - by Tera JohnsonMidwinter Fiber and Yarn Tastinghttp://stitchingcreationsandcommunity.blogspot.com/2011/01/2nd-annual-midwinter-fiber-and-yarn.htmlJanesville Area Knitting Guilds - 2011 Knit-Inhttp://jakg.orgQ’s Corner - Gadgets &amp; Tools    Charm bracelet row counterEWEbiquitous Fiber    Spider Silk (from Nova television)    “Make It Stronger”Contest  - Summary &amp; Sign-off

What’s on my needles Hemlock Ring Afgan - by Jared Flood Entwined Fingerless Gloves - by Tera Johnson Midwinter Fiber and Yarn Tasting <a href="http://stitchingcreationsandcommunity.blogspot.com/2011/01/2nd-annual-midwinter-fiber-and-yarn.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://stitchingcreationsandcommunity.blogspot.com/2011/01/2nd-annual-midwinter-fiber-and-yarn.html</a> Janesville Area Knitting Guilds - 2011 Knit-In <a href="http://jakg.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://jakg.org</a> Q’s Corner - Gadgets &amp; Tools Charm bracelet row counter EWEbiquitous Fiber Spider Silk (from Nova television) “Make It Stronger” Contest - Summary &amp; Sign-off

H J-008: Journey to Janesville and more

Come join me as I interview Jan Massie about the Sheep in the City Getaway.I also recap a presentation by The Spinning Guru Patsy Zawistoski to the Illinois Prairie Spinners Guild.And preview upcoming events happening in February.	-	Janesville Area Knit-In	-	Rainbow Fleece Farm  (Update: The dates for the Rainbow Fleece Farm shearing have been changed since this podcast was recorded.  The spring shearing will be held April 16 &amp; 17)Don’t forget to enter the Homespun Journey contest before it end March 31.

Come join me as I interview Jan Massie about the Sheep in the City Getaway. I also recap a presentation by The Spinning Guru Patsy Zawistoski to the Illinois Prairie Spinners Guild. And preview upcoming events happening in February. 	-	Janesville Area Knit-In 	-	Rainbow Fleece Farm (Update: The dates for the Rainbow Fleece Farm shearing have been changed since this podcast was recorded. The spring shearing will be held April 16 &amp; 17) Don’t forget to enter the Homespun Journey contest before it end March 31.

H J-007: Sheep in the City

Interview with Carol Cassidy-Fayer and Chris Zimmerman about the Midwest Fiber and Folk Art Fair.

H J-006: Fiber and Folk Art interview

This well-spoken podcaster can make anything sound interesting.  Lots of interesting fiber and knitting information and 
&#34;life happens&#34; stuff.  Thoroughly enjoyable.

Easy listening for the knitter

Short and sweet but packed with great information.

Recommended!

Welcome to your connection to Midwest Fiber Arts. Talk about Festivals, Workshops, Guilds, Events and Techniques. All Fiber Arts are welcome. Spinning, knitting, needle felting weaving and more!

Homespun Journey

Join me on my journey as I go to S.O.A.R. 2010.  This is part 1.

H J-004: S.O.A.R. 2010 - Part 1

The best self improvement podcast episodes. From improving productivity, to finding purpose in your life to what constitutes freedom, this topic is on anything and everything that can help people to improve their lives. Add episodes you're interested into your queue below!

Best Episodes on Self Improvement, Growth & Development

The best podcast episodes about true crime. For any thrill seeking podcast listeners who just can't get enough of the captivating stories of murderers and criminals. This topic has all the best episodes from many different true crime podcasts.  Add episodes you're interested into your queue below!