Episode 47

Posted on July 14, 2014 by admin

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: Magrathea by Martina Behm

: Fibernymph Nyan Cat

: Tan House Brook Shawl

: SSK Charity Hats

: New Yarn Storage

: New Contest Prize

In this episode, I talk about my three FOs, WIPs, upcoming projects, recent adventures and upcoming travel.

In the Can

Opal Magrathea in Rainstorm Studios Project Bag
Antler Hat
Tan House Brook Shawl

Now Playing

Gossip

Loss of Jack
New Yarn Storage – Target Windham Accent Cabinet
Loopy Ewe Order – Needles & Crazy Zauberball
Longest Work Day – 9pm-4pm
Adult Sleepover
SSK Preparations

Press Junket

Super Summer Knitogether, Nashville TN 7/16-7/20
Camp CogKnitive, Camarillo 7/25-7/27
Big Bear 8/15-8/17
RI & North Conway, NH 8/21-9/1
Aunt Jo’s BDay in Albuqueque, NM 9/11-9/14
CogKnitive Fiber Retreat 10/10-10/12
Rhinebeck, 10/17 – 10/20
Atlanta, 10/24-10/26

Production Notes

SSK Awesomeness Contest Until July 20
Tan House Brook Kit Contest Until September 1
You can find me as allison1031 on Twitter or Ravelry or Instagram
Also check out & join the Ravelry Group - Hollywood Knitter Podcast.

“That’s a wrap from Hollywood, where fantasy meets fiber and dreams are knit.”

Special Episode – Zombie Knitpocalypse 2014

Posted on July 6, 2014 by admin

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: ZK2014 Stash Enhancement

: Maid of Clay Yarn Bowl

: ZK 2014 Prizes!

This episode is all about my adventures and stash enhancement at Zombie Knitpocalypse 2014 in Rochester, Minnesota.

Daily Rundown
- Lacuna Shawl
Goody Bag
Knits Brought & Worn
- Liesl by Ysolda Teague in LB Cotton-Ease from Summer 2010
- Pair of Socks
- Citron from Knitty in Valley Yarns 2/14 Alpaca Silk in Storm finished last Winter
- Pull Me Over by Andrea Black in KP Swish Worsted finished in May
Knits Worked On
- Opal Magrathea in MadTosh Sock in Opaline Colorway
- Tan House Brook Shawl by BostonJen of Down Cellar Studios in Neighborhood Fiber Co Studio Worsted in Logan Circle
Stash Enhancement Gifts or Prizes
- Dancing Dog Dyeworks Waltz Worsted in SugarSkulls
- Spartickes Dyes in Bluebird Cafe Colorway in Will & Grace Sock
- Cloudlover Sock Weight in Dowager Countess
- Yarn Bowls from Maid of Clay
Stash Enhancement Purchases
ZK Prizes – 5 Skeins Yarn
- Fibernymph Dyeworks Bounce in Minnesote Nice - BostonJen
- Sun Valley Fibers Fingeringin Boundary Waters - pokdej
- Spartickes Dyes in Will & Grace Sock in “The White’s Couch” - janmarie-
- Cloudlover - karen9877 & SheilaOKeefe
Thanks Yous
- Marigayle of Spartickes Dye for Yarn
- Korey aka IRocKnits for Cute Project Bag, Pattern for ZK Dishcloth and HandMade Dryer Balls
- Natalie at Cloudlover for Extra Skein of Prize Yarn
- Lisa (loopyuniter) – 1st Listener Who Sought Me Out
- SallyFromIdaho – Candy
- All My Listeners
- Megan & Amy
- My Roommates
Production Notes
- SSK Awesomeness Contest Until July 20
- You can find me as allison1031 on Twitter or Ravelry or Instagram
- Also check out & join the Ravelry Group - Hollywood Knitter Podcast.
“That’s a wrap from Hollywood, where fantasy meets fiber and dreams are knit.”

Episode 46

Posted on June 17, 2014 by admin

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In this episode, I talk about my three FOs, WIPs, upcoming projects, recent adventures and upcoming travel. Also sorry for the sound quality…didn’t realize leaving my windows open would mean so much background hum from the freeway!

In the Can

Now Playing

Opal Magrathea in Rainstorm Studios Project Bag
Mother Bear #11
Antler Hat
Zig Zag Pram Blanket

Gossip

Healthier Me – Precision Nutrition
Lightning in Bottle – Lake San Antonio, Memorial Day Weekend
Tube Float in Parker, AZ 6/5-6/7
Hair Chopped
Check Out Loretta1031 Pic in Group Under “Run to Hollywood Sign” – I have never done that hike before though I see the sign all the time!!
Zombie Knitpocalypse Preparation!!! Packing, Projects, Oh My!!!

Press Junket

Zombie Knitpocalypse, Rochester MN 6/19-6/22
Super Summer Knitogether, Nashville, TN 7/16-7/20
Camp CogKnitive, Camarillo 7/25-7/27
RI & North Conway, NH 8/20-9/2
Aunt Jo’s BDay in Albuqueque, NM 9/11-9/14
Rhinebeck, 10/17 – 10/20
Atlanta, 10/24-10/26

Production Notes

Zombies Rule Contest Until June 22
SSK Awesomeness Contest Until July 20
You can find me as allison1031 on Twitter or Ravelry or Instagram
Also check out & join the Ravelry Group - Hollywood Knitter Podcast.

“That’s a wrap from Hollywood, where fantasy meets fiber and dreams are knit.”

Episode 45

Posted on May 11, 2014 by admin

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In this episode, I talk about my three FOs, WIPs, upcoming projects, recent adventures and upcoming travel.

Applause

Hello to New Members of Ravelry Group!
April Hodge Podge Contest Winner

In the Can

Now Playing

Coming Attractions

Mother Bear #11
Magrathea by Marina Behm in MadTosh (I think) for my Grandmother in August
Charity Hats for SSK

Gossip

El Capitan - Muppet Movie
WonderCon Anaheim
Muppets Belt - http://www.stylinonline.com/belt.html

Press Junket

Lightning in a Bottle, Lake San Antonio – Memorial Day Weekend
Tube Float in Parker, AZ 6/5-6/7
Zombie Knitpocalypse, Rochester MN 6/19-6/22
Super Summer Knitogether, Nashville, TN 7/16-7/20
Camp CogKnitive, Camarillo 7/25-7/27
RI & North Conway, NH 8/20-9/2
Aunt Jo’s BDay in Albuqueque, NM 9/11-9/14

Production Notes

Zombies Rule Contest Until June 22
SSK Awesomeness Contest Until July 20
You can find me as allison1031 on Twitter or Ravelry or Instagram
Also check out & join the Ravelry Group - Hollywood Knitter Podcast.

“That’s a wrap from Hollywood, where fantasy meets fiber and dreams are knit.”

Episode 44

Posted on April 9, 2014 by admin

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: Mother Bear #9

: Half Pint Mini Gloves

: Mini-Mitts

: Stitches West 2014 Prizes!

In this episode, I talk about my WIPs, the cutest baby knits and my recent LYS trip.

Applause

Hello to New Members of Ravelry Group!
Stitches West Winners Announced!

Flops

Sage Top

In the Can

Now Playing

Gossip

Ravelry Podcast Junkies Group
Zombies Run
TV – Bomb Girls on Netflix

Press Junket

Wondercon Anaheim 4/18-4/20
Zombie Knitpocalypse, Rochester MN 6/19-6/22
Super Summer Knitogether, Nashville, TN 7/16-7/20
Camp CogKnitive, Camarillo 7/25-7/27
RI & North Conway, NH 8/20-9/2

Production Notes

April Hodge Podge Contest
You can find me as allison1031 on Twitter or Ravelry or Instagram
Also check out & join the Ravelry Group - Hollywood Knitter Podcast.

“That’s a wrap from Hollywood, where fantasy meets fiber and dreams are knit.”

Episode 43

Posted on March 25, 2014 by admin

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: Gamut Hats & Mitts

: Mother Bear in Progress

: Spiced Cocoa Mitt

: Sock Hat!

In this episode, I talk about my WIPs, my awesome finished Gamut set and upcoming projects.

Applause

Hello to New Members of Ravelry Group!

In the Can

Now Playing

Gossip

JABAK Podcast & In a sKnit

Press Junket

Wondercon Anaheim 4/18-4/20
Zombie Knitpocalypse, Rochester MN 6/19-6/22
Super Summer Knitogether, Nashville, TN 7/16-7/20
Camp CogKnitive, Camarillo 7/25-7/27
RI & North Conway, NH 8/20-9/2

Production Notes

Stitches West Contest
You can find me as allison1031 on Twitter or Ravelry or Instagram
Also check out & join the Ravelry Group - Hollywood Knitter Podcast.

“That’s a wrap from Hollywood, where fantasy meets fiber and dreams are knit.”

Special Episode – Stitches West 2014

Posted on March 8, 2014 by admin

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A great time was had this year at Stitches West 2014! Special kudos to my partner in crime Priscilla for joining me again!! Here are some people I met whose podcast you might enjoy as well as vendors whose wares are wonderful!

Podcasters

Gayle & Sharlene of Yarniacs Podcast
Barb & Tracey Two Knit Lit Chicks
Erin of DoubleKnit Podcast
Dr. Gemma of CogKnitive Podcast
Jasmine & Gigi of Knitmore Girls
Laura and Jen of Knottygirls Knitcast

Purchases

Namaste – Red Harlow Bag
Knitfacts.com : Ringlets Stitch Markers
Mimi’s Knitting Basket - ChiaoGoo Twist Red Cables and Set 3mm Tips
Plucky – Mixed Hat Kit, Pattern by BabyCocktails & Yarn Primo Worsted (75% Merino, 20% Cashmere & 5% Nylon) in Good Ole Days (Ovedyed Vibrant Green) & Jack of All Trades (Dark Grey)
Bar-Maids : Lo-Lo Bar – Pink Grapefruit Small Bar
Miss Babs – Yummy Sock Yarn in Perfectly Wreckless
Alpenglow Yarns

Episode 42

Posted on March 4, 2014 by admin

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In this episode, I talk about my WIPs, my awesome finished sweater and upcoming projects.

Applause

Hello to New Members of Ravelry Group!
Thanks to Javajennie for the Itunes Review
February Contest Winners Announced

In the Can

Birch Bark by Amy Herzog in Berroco Vintage in Fennel
Fairy Snowcap by Romi Hill in LB Wool-Ease

Now Playing

Press Junket

Zombie Knitpocalypse, Rochester MN 6/19-6/22
Super Summer Knitogether, Nashville, TN 7/16-7/20

Production Notes

Stitches West Contest
You can find me as allison1031 on Twitter or Ravelry or Instagram
Also check out & join the Ravelry Group - Hollywood Knitter Podcast.

Episode 41

Posted on February 5, 2014 by admin

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In this episode, I talk about all my Halos of Hope that I have been working on the new sweater I started for SSK KAL. I also chat about the new fitness regimen & recent trips as well as new giveaways for February 2014.

Applause

Hello to New Members of Ravelry Group!

In the Can

Barley Hats Three by TinCanKnits in Lion Brand Recycled Cotton
Hurricane Hat by Andrea Guldin in Caron Simply Soft
Wurm Hat by Katharina Nopp in LB Wool-Ease

Now Playing

Birch Bark by Amy Herzog in Berroco Vintage in Fennel
More Hats for Halos of Hope

Gossip

Precision Nutrition
Solvang
Las Vegas

Press Junket

Stitches West, 2/19-2/21 w/ Podcaster Meetup
Zombie Knitpocalypse, Rochester MN 6/19-6/22
Super Summer Knitogether, Nashville, TN 7/16-7/20

Production Notes

February Giveaway - Nervy Knucks
February Giveaway - Loopy Ewe Bag
Stitches West Contest
You can find me as allison1031 on Twitter or Ravelry or Instagram
Also check out & join the Ravelry Group - Hollywood Knitter Podcast.

Episode 40

Posted on January 6, 2014 by admin

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In this episode, I talk about what I accomplished in 2013 in my knitting. I review my goals and discuss my knitting aspirations for 2014. I also chat about the holidays, my gifts and new giveaways for January 2014.

Applause

Hello to New Members of Ravelry Group!

New Year Talk

In the Can

Turnstone Pullover by Alexis Winslow in Blue Moon Fiber Arts Woobu
Barley Hats One & Two by TinCanKnits in Lion Brand Recycled Cotton
Graham Hat by Jennifer Adams in Caron Simply Soft

Now Playing

Birch Bark by Amy Herzog in Berroco Vintage in Fennel
More Hats for Halos of Hope

Gossip

Opaque – Dining in the Dark
Fitbit Force & Nutribullet
Chiaogoo Red Interchangeable Set Recalled Cords

Press Junket

Stitches West, 2/19-2/21 w/ Podcaster Meetup
Zombie Knitpocalypse, Rochester MN 6/19-6/22
Super Summer Knitogether, Nashville, TN 7/16-7/20

Production Notes

January Giveaway – Clockwork Scarf
January Giveaway - 60 Quick Knits from American’s Yarn Shops
You can find me as allison1031 on Twitter or Ravelry or Instagram & hollywoodknitter on Plurkl.
Also check out & join the Ravelry Group - Hollywood Knitter Podcast.