Keep Calm And Carry Yarn: A Knitting And Crochet Podcast

We'll call this one a "curated" episode. It's short, but sweet, and full of accomplishments. Alyson has successfully tried her hand at intarsia crochet, with the not so insubstantial help from Fay's new Stiallach Bag Collection pattern. And both Vivian and Alyson have exciting FOs! Alyson's has been long in the works, while Vivian's is one you may have forgotten about. Buzzfeed Quiz: https://bzfd.it/2NA9C1x Stiallach Coin Purse: https://bit.ly/2A0X0yL Pleated Cardigan: https://bit.ly/2HrqYKI KALCAL: https://bit.ly/2Ly3J3R #kalcal2018 #teamifisitiknit #teamcrochetallday ------------------------- INSTAGRAM: https://instagram.com/kcacypodcast ETSY: http://pearlandplum.etsy.com WEBSITE: http://kcacypodcast.wordpress.com RAVELRY: http://bit.ly/2mirMdK Theme music: Carpe Diem Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License https://bit.ly/1b8Hyff

If we know anything, it is that Vivian will make multiple versions of patterns she likes. Also our cats love a cameo. Vivian has finished her second pair of Fiddlehead Mittens (featuring a Sushi cat cameo). And she's working on her Wool and the Gang socks which are cool, but not going quite to plan. Also not going quite to plan, Alyson's Pleated Cardigan... oh dear.  Buzzfeed Quiz: https://bzfd.it/2J8xUxd Pleated Cardigan: https://bit.ly/2HrqYKI Sock Arms Sweater: https://bit.ly/2M72f1Y Kinda Magic Socks: https://bit.ly/2JedCm4 Slip Stitch Dishtowels: https://bit.ly/2u9XsFk Fiddlehead Mittens: https://bit.ly/2zwpZdE KALCAL: https://bit.ly/2Ly3J3R #kalcal2018 #teamifisitiknit #teamcrochetallday ------------------------- INSTAGRAM: https://instagram.com/kcacypodcast ETSY: http://pearlandplum.etsy.com WEBSITE: http://kcacypodcast.wordpress.com RAVELRY: http://bit.ly/2mirMdK Theme music: Carpe Diem Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License https://bit.ly/1b8Hyff

Slow but steady wins the race (maybe). Both Vivian and Alyson are taking that philosophy to heart, each with small projects underway for the KALCAL: hot water bottle cover for Alyson and dish towel for Vivian. In other news, Alyson is grumbling about both her tank top and her sweater, but don't worry she still loves her makes. And we hear from Hannah over at the Cozy Cottage Crochet podcast with a mailbag submission! You can subscribe to our show on YouTube, iTunes or wherever else you listen to podcasts. We appreciate every like, comment, review, and subscribe we get because it gives us warm fuzzies and it helps other people find our show! This episode is sponsored by Pearl and Plum. \\ B U Z Z F E E D  Q U I Z \\ Which Historic Time Period is Actually a Better Fit For You? \\ W O R K S  I N  P R O G R E S S \\ Sock Arms by Stephanie Lotven – Knit Picks Stroll Tonal Blue Yonder, Knit Picks Felici Hopscotch Slip Stitch Dishtowel by Purl Soho – Lily Sugar 'n Cream Pleated Cardigan by Kat Goldin –  John Arbon T

We have a great episode here. Alyson is making good progress on her Pleated Cardigan and Vivian finished her Bubbly Sweater. Yay for handmade sweaters! The KALCAL is just around the corner and we've released this year's new points system, including bonus points for complexity. The mailbag segment being officially kicked off by a lovely submission from Nicola (@creative.explorer) and we can't wait to hear from more of you! You can subscribe to our show on YouTube, iTunes or wherever else you listen to podcasts. We appreciate every like, comment, review, and subscribe we get because it gives us warm fuzzies and it helps other people find our show! This episode is sponsored by Pearl and Plum. \\ B U Z Z F E E D  Q U I Z \\ This Colour Quiz Will Reveal If You're An Optimist, Pessimist, Or A Realist \\ W O R K S  I N  P R O G R E S S \\ Sock Arms by Stephanie Lotven – Knit Picks Stroll Tonal Blue Yonder, Knit Picks Felici Hopscotch Alyson's Rome Tank Top - Classic Elite Katydid Pleated Cardigan by Kat Goldin –  Jo

The biggest news of the day is that the KALCAL will be happening again this summer! There will be slightly different rules, but the idea is the same. Will the knitters or the crocheters get more done?? Things will kick off on June 15th, so make sure to check out the Revelry group for more information. We also want to invite you to contribute to our newest segment, the Mailbag. Send us your voice or written message and we'll share it on the show! You can subscribe to our show on YouTube, iTunes or wherever else you listen to podcasts. We appreciate every like, comment, review, and subscribe we get because it gives us warm fuzzies and it helps other people find our show! This episode is sponsored by Pearl and Plum. \\ B U Z Z F E E D  Q U I Z \\ Food Color Test \\ W O R K S  I N  P R O G R E S S \\ Bubblyby Isabell Kraemer Pleated Cardiganby Kat Goldin –  John Arbon Textiles Knit by Numbers 4 PlyAlyson's Tank Top - Classic Elite Katydid \\ F A N A T A S Y   K N I T T I N G \\ Zweigby Caitlin Hunter Engiby Jenni

We haven't gotten quite as much knitting and crocheting as we would have liked. Vivian has been hanging about at home with 2 of 4 daughters and Alyson's has been ignoring everything except her current read, Those Who Leave and Those Who Stay by Elena Ferrante. But we're revisiting lots of projects you might already be familiar with. Alyson's blanket and Blurre shawl, and Vivian's Bubbly sweater and Korra hat. Thanks for tuning in! You can subscribe to our show on iTunesand YouTube. You can also download the episode from LibSyn. We appreciate every like, comment, review, and subscribe we get because it gives us warm fuzzies and it helps other people find our show! This episode is sponsored by Pearl and Plum. \\ B U Z Z F E E D  Q U I Z \\ Which Avenger Are You? \\ W O R K S  I N  P R O G R E S S \\ Pleated Cardiganby Kat Goldin –  John Arbon Textiles Knit by Numbers 4 Ply Bubblyby Isabell Kraemer Fiddlehead Mittensby Adrian Bizilia – Schoppel-Wolle Edition 3 \\ F I N I S H E D  O B J E C T S \\ Life's A Plus A

Things to giggle about in this episode: Minions, husbands in craft stores, and sperm. As @lisa_raspberrycrochet pointed out, a common project theme this week is short rows. Vivian is having fun with short rows and Alyson is despairing over short rows. Expect many more short row hats in Vivian's future because she bought Woolly Wormhead's Elemental ebook. You can subscribe to our show on iTunes and YouTube. You can also download the episode from LibSyn. We appreciate every like, comment, review, and subscribe we get because it gives us warm fuzzies and it helps other people find our show! This episode is sponsored by Pearl and Plum. \\ B U Z Z F E E D  Q U I Z \\ What Kind of Sci-fi Geek Are You? \\ W O R K S  I N  P R O G R E S S \\ Bubbly Sweater by Isabell Kraemer Korra by Woolly Wormhead - MadelineTosh Tosh DK, MooRoo Yarns Moonbeam Blurre Shawl by Deanne Ramsay Pleated Cardigan by Kat Goldin \\ F I N I S H E D  O B J E C T S \\ Peerie Flooers by Kate Davies Korppi Placemat by Katrine Birkenwasser \\ Y A R

The Edinburgh Yarn Festival is over, but we're both riding the EYF high and knitting and crocheting up a storm. Vivian is making progress on her Bubbly sweater, and surprise, she's both finished a hat and started ANOTHER hat. We don't call her the hat goddess for nothing! Alyson is loving the Blurre shawl (crochet's answer to the Find Your Fade). There's a Blurre Along being hosted by Earl Grey Crochet until April 30th. Definitely join in, it's a great make. You can subscribe to our show on iTunesand YouTube. You can also download the episode from LibSyn and wherever else you stream podcasts. We appreciate every like, comment, review, and subscribe we get because it gives us warm fuzzies and it helps other people find our show! This episode is sponsored by Pearl and Plum. \\ B U Z Z F E E D  Q U I Z \\ Everyone Has A Tarot Card That Matches Their Personality — Here's Yours \\ W O R K S  I N  P R O G R E S S \\ Bubbly Sweater by Isabel Kraemer Peerie Flooers Hat by Kate Davies - Jamieson and Smith 2 Ply Jumper

This one's a real doozy, folks! We're chatting all about the Edinburgh Yarn Festival in this episode. Of course, we have a lot of new yarn and goodies to show you, but it's not all acquisitions. We also have a few special guests making an appearance. Louise from Caithness Crafts, Clarisabeth of Crochetcakes, and Caroline from Mind and Muse Crafting all kindly joined us for a mini recording session at EYF. Look out for a video clip of us with our dancing shoes at the ceilidh, and we even managed to chat about some WIPs!  You can subscribe to our show on iTunes and YouTube. You can also download the episode from LibSyn. We appreciate every like, comment, review, and subscribe we get because it gives us warm fuzzies and it helps other people find our show! This episode is sponsored by Pearl and Plum. \\ B U Z Z F E E D  Q U I Z \\ You're Not Scottish Unless You Score 10/12 On This "Complete The Sentence" Quiz \\ E Y F \\ The Haul:Aileen Clarke Crafts Martin's Lab The Crochet Project La Fée Fil Hedgehog Fibres St

We're together again, this time in New Hampshire for a short episode to kick off the month. Vivian has another "experiment" to show off, but Alyson is starting to insist that these aren't experiments, they're bonafide designs. This time it's a colorful infinity scarf. Alyson has finished her Wisteria Trellis shawl for the Blacker Yarns PodKAL, and with plenty of time to spare. You can subscribe to our show on iTunes and YouTube. You can also download the episode from LibSyn. We appreciate every like, comment, review, and subscribe we get because it gives us warm fuzzies and it helps other people find our show! This episode is sponsored by Pearl and Plum. \\ B U Z Z F E E D  Q U I Z \\ Which Clichéd Female Character Are You? \\ W O R K S  I N  P R O G R E S S \\ Bubbly Sweater by Isabell Kraemer - Knit Picks Stroll "Experiment" Infinity Scarf by Vivian - Madeline Tosh Twist Light, Knit Picks Bare Hare & Knit Picks Stroll \\ F I N I S H E D  O B J E C T S \\ Wisteria Trellis Shawl by Joanne Scrace - Doulton

A virtual high five to whoever can get the title reference before listening to the show! *Call me, beep me, if you want to reach me* The Ultra Violet KCAL is winding down, but there's still time to submit your FOs to the Ravelry thread. Both of us have finished our KCAL projects, although Vivian has done three to Alyson's one. Alyson's Carloway Cowl and Vivian's Fiddlehead Mittens both feature color work, but someone's color work is much more impressive than the other! (*cough* Vivian *cough*) Vivian has also been working on more, surprise, hats! But not just any old hats, she's been experimenting with designing her own using daisy stitches. You can subscribe to our show on iTunes and YouTube. You can also download the episode from LibSyn. We appreciate every like, comment, review, and subscribe we get because it gives us warm fuzzies and it helps other people find our show! This episode is sponsored by Pearl and Plum. \\BUZZFEED QUIZ\\ Which Kim Possible Character are You? \\Ultra Violet KCAL\\  Janurary 15

Holy wow, it's been a year of Keep Calm and Carry Yarn podcasting! Thank you for joining us both on this journey, and here's to an awesome year two! We're both making good progress with our Ultra Violet KCAL projects (Vivian has finished her Gris de Lin Cowl and Alyson is so close to being done with her Carloway Cowl). There are some awesome FOs being shared on the Ravelry group. And maybe the biggest accomplishment of all is that Vivian has finished the Maxfield Cardigan!! Wooo! Buzzfeed Quiz: Which Millennial Stereotype are You? Ultra Violet KCAL Janurary 15 - March 1 WIP Projects   Carloway Cowl by Rachel Atkinson Orkney Angora St Magnus DK Fiddlehead Mittens by Adrilan Bizilia Knit Picks Stroll Handpainted FO Projects Beltline Cuff-down Socks by Rohn Strong Patons Stretch Socks Gris de Lin Cowl by Berangere Cailliau Blacker Yarns Swan Falkland Islands DK Coins by Vivian Knit Picks Wool of the Andes Sport Maxfield Cardigan by Amy Cristoffers Knit Picks Hawthorne Sport and Stroll Sport Mommypedia: Marled, v

It's a special reunion video episode! We're both in London, Vivian to see Hamilton the musical, and Alyson to see Vivian. All of our WIPs have travelled with us so you all can see what we're working on (a lot) and we also made a pilgrimage to Loop to squish all the yarn. We love seeing what everyone is knitting and crocheting for the Ultra Violet KCAL which is still going on until March 1st! Watch the video here Special Announcement: KCACY is an official podcast at the Edinburgh Yarn Festival 2018! Ultra Violet KCAL: Use #UltraVioletKCAL on Instagram and join the Ravelry thread WIP Projects   Alyson Carloway Cowl by Rachel Atkinson Yarn: Orkney Angora St Magnus DK Wisteria Trellis by Joanne Scrace Yarn: Blacker Doulton Border Flock Leicester 4 Ply & Baa Baa Brighouse Marble 4 Ply Beltline Cuff-Down Socks by Rohn Strong Yarn: Patons Stretch Socks Vivian Gris de Lin by Berangere Cailliau Yarn: Blacker Swan Falkland Islands Fiddlehead Mittens by Adrian Bizilia Maxfield Cardigan by Amy Cristoffers FO Projects

The Ultra Violet KCAL begins in a couple weeks, so we're chatting about the yarn and projects we'll be working on. Plus, we're also participating in the Blacker Yarns PodKAL because we're just so excited for Edinburgh Yarn Festival! Not to mention, Alyson has also joined in The Crochet Circle's One Skein Wonderland CAL. Bitten off more than she can chew? Possibly... Vivian on the other hand, is still churning out hats like a knitting machine! You can subscribe to our show on iTunes and YouTube. You can also download the episode from LibSyn. Buzzfeed Quiz: Which Movie Dog Are You Most Like? Ultra Violet KCAL Janurary 15 - March 1 Alyson Carloway Cowl by Rachel Atkinson Orkney Angora St Magnus DK Vivian Gris de Lin by Berangere Cailliau Blacker Swan Falkland Islands EYF Blacker Yarns KALJanuary 13 - March 11 The Woolly ThistleWisteria Trellis by Joanne Scrace WIP Projects   Alyson Sam's Scarf Rowan Alpaca Soft DK Beltline Cuff-Down Socks by Rohn Strong Patons Stretch Socks Vivian Maxfield Cardigan by Amy Cristo

Despite living in Scotland, Alyson has not picked up much Scots, despite her excellent results in the Scots themed Buzzfeed quiz. Can anyone tell us what a gabfu o glaur is?? Vivian has been churning out hats like it's her job and Alyson is still contemplating crocheted socks. Also, by the way, we have very wide feet. Here's hoping Rohn Strong can help Alyson crochet correctly proportioned socks. Buzzfeed Quiz: Can You Translate The Scots Version Of Harry Potter? WIP Projects   Alyson Kreisel Fingerless Gloves by Sybil R Sirdar Heart and Sole Filet Crochet Bunting Vivian Maxfield Cardigan by Amy Cristoffers FO Projects Alyson Linen Loop by Amanda Ochocki Bilum Muli Vivian Quadratic Hat by Angela Geosits Valley Yarns Colrain Fair Isle Hat by Vivian Kodiak Kisses by Athena F Yarny Bits 'n Bobs Step Into Crochet by Rohn Strong Webs Northampton Wools Creative With Clay Etsy Shop KCAL Announcement: Ultra Violet, Jan 15 - Mar 1 Nerdtastic Ravelry: Alysonhere, Upstateviv YouTube: Keep Calm and Carry Yarn Podcast Ins

Do you ever get that project where no matter what you do, the stitch count just will not cooperate? That's the theme of Alyson's crocheting thoughts this episode. The Kreisel Fingerless Gloves are on the hook, but driving her mad, and Vivian has some thoughts on just freaking fudging it. Plus, Vivian has finished her gorgeous Winterly Sweater! BUZZFEED QUIZ: What is You Mum Identity? WIP PROJECTS Kreisel Fingerless Gloves Sirdar Heart and Sole FO PROJECTSWinterly Valley Yarns Charlemont YARNY BITS AND BOBS Millenial Pink Headband Vickie Howell's The Knit Show NERDTASTIC Thor: Ragnorak Prince Charlie and the Jacobites at the National Museum of Scotland SHOP TALK -------- Ravelry: KCACY, Alysonhere, Upstateviv YouTube: Keep Calm and Carry Yarn Podcast Instagram: KCACYpodcast Etsy: Pearl & Plum Theme music: Carpe Diem Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0

Thank you for tuning in to Episode 14! You can subscribe to our show on YouTube and iTunes. Buzzfeed Quiz: Which "Outlander" Character are You? WIP Projects   Winterly Sweater Valley Yarns Charlemont FO Projects Alyson Pineapple CushionMillennial Pink Headband Vivian Sam's Socks Schachenmayer Regia Pairfect Mommypedia: Should I Block Before I Finish? Bits and Bobs: South Bund Soft-Spinning Material Market Nerdtastic: Outlander. Claire and Jamie Reunion Episode!! Ravelry: Alysonhere, Upstateviv YouTube: Keep Calm and Carry Yarn Podcast Instagram: KCACYpodcast Etsy: Pearl & Plum

Thank you for tuning in to Episode 13! You can subscribe to our show on YouTube, iTunes or wherever else you listen to podcasts. Buzzfeed Quiz: Which Harry Potter Witch Should You Dress Up As? WIP Projects   ALYSONOwn design Pineapple Cushion Linen Loop by Amanda Ochocki VIVIAN Maxfield Cardigan by Amy Christoffers (Not) FO Projects VivianSingle Sock using Regia Pairfect Yarny Bits and Bobs: Wool Week, Shopping for Mohair & Vivian's upcoming travels Mommypedia: What Does a Fat Quarter actually mean? Our Favorite Things: Amazon Prime Shop Talk   Ravelry: Alysonhere, Upstateviv YouTube: Keep Calm and Carry Yarn Podcast Instagram: KCACYpodcast Etsy: Pearl & Plum Theme music: Carpe Diem Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0

Thank you for tuning in to Episode 12 ! You can subscribe to our show on iTunes and YouTube. You can also download the episode from LibSyn! Buzzfeed Quiz Which Austen Hero Is Your Soulmate? WIP Projects  6:37 Alyson Original Pineapple Cushion Tunisian Scarf Vivian 16:13 Maxfield Cardigan by Amy Christoffers KnitPicks Stroll and Hawthorne Blips inpired by Ysabel Knit Picks Stroll Handpainted and Stroll Glimmer Winterly by Suvi Simola Valley Yarns Charlemont FO Projects  24:10 Mommypedia 33:15 Our Favorite Things  39:00 Shop Talk 48:05 Outro  Ravelry: Alysonhere, Upstateviv YouTube: Keep Calm and Carry Yarn Podcast Instagram: KCACYpodcast Etsy: Pearl & Plum SaveSave SaveSave

Thank you for joining us for episode 11! You can find our show on iTunes, YouTube, and LibSyn. Buzzfeed Quiz 02:44Which Disney sidekick are you? WIP Projects 06:24 Alyson Life's a Plus Afghan by Caron Design Team Vivian 08:32 Maxfield Cardigan by Amy Christoffers KnitPicks Stroll Bare KnitPicks Hawthorne FO Projects 14:27 Vivian Color-Dipped Hat by Purl SOHO Bousta Beanie by Gudrun Johnston Valley Yarns Charlemont Alyson 19:05 Welcome Blanket (Super Chunky Rainbow Blanket by Lottie & Albert) Yarny Adventures 21:18 AlysonVolcano Artist CottageBig Island Fibers Vivian 25:30 KnitWitElizabeth's The Brown Stitch Tess' Designer Yarns Mommypedia 30:36 Repairing Socks A Few of Our Favorite Things 35:51 Pompom makerGingher Embroidery Scissors Nerdtastic 43:15 Shop Talk 49:25 Outro 59:11 Ravelry: Alysonhere, Upstateviv, KCACY group YouTube: Keep Calm and Carry Yarn Podcast Instagram: KCACYpodcast Etsy: Pearl & Plum