She Can Make – Episode 15 Show Notes
Today's segments include:
• In the Workroom
• Alterations
• Skills Lab
• A Review or Two
• Crafting with Kids
• Events Spotlight
• And from the Mail Bag
Thank you so much for joining us!
Grab a cup of tea, make yourself comfortable and let's start making.
In The Workroom:
Lindsey has some prep done for her upcoming cable knitting class. She discusses knitting the 2x2 ribbing and getting the increases done with 3.5mm needles and bulky weight yarn.
Lindsey continues to work on the hubby sock, and she finally got around to casting on Miss O's second sock.
Lindsey is also, kinda, maybe thinking about holiday knitting.
Kate discusses deciding to do NaNoSpinMo, so she has been trying to spin, or prep to spin for 30 minutes each day. Find out how this is going for Kate.
Kate is currently working on the Finnsheep from Sheep Spot. This one is a blue/teal/turquoise/bright yellow combo. Kate has done some pre-drafting for this one in particular. Find out why.
Kate discusses working on her second Breakwater sock, now that she knows it fits, it is destined for the Christmas basket.
Alterations:
Lindsey discusses the problems she runs into with her cabled hat. She started out on square needles, but can only find round DPNs for finishing the hat. Switching near the top of the hat will leave a distinct line, but she may have a solution!
Lindsey also discusses the need for better yarn storage or the ability to knit faster after her shopping excursions recently with Kate.
Kate has her Dark and Stormy sweater back on the needles, and she has a plan for getting it finished. If it doesn't work this time Lindsey might get a new sweater!
Skills Labs:
Why we make homemade gifts:
1. It can be cost effective/Use up your stash.
2. It's more personal or can be personalized.
3. It's more meaningful/It may be a keepsake.
4. Unique and crafted with love. Great for someone who has everything.
5. You will enjoy making it. Can help reduce stress during holidays.
6. You have an appropriate skill level and feel confident gifting your crafts. You control the quality.
Some reasons why you might not want to do handmade:
1. You're not confident in your craft.
2. It's not less expensive and it's not financially feasible.
3. You don't have enough time.
4. You won't enjoy it.
5. The recipient will not appreciate or enjoy it. Or it doesn't suit their tastes.
A Review or Two:
Kate reviews: The Knitter's Book of Finishing Techniques by Nancy M Wiseman
Crafting With Kids:
Lindsey and Miss O have been making Jelly fish with yarn, ribbon, and paper plates. Miss O had lots to keep her busy with this one.
Miss O says no more knitting back to sewing!
Event Spotlight:
Lindsey discusses her visit to Docknits in Port Elgin, Ontario. Spoiler Alert! Lindsey and her hubby love this store. Find out why!
Kate is signed up Level 2 Spinning @ Gemini Fibre on November 18th. Gemini Fibres in Mount Albert, Ontario. She has taken classes with them previously and is looking forward to taking another.
From the Mail Bag:
If you are knitting while we talk, watch a show, or play a board game are you really paying attention? Should I take offence?
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
If you have questions, comments or feedback you can join our ravelry, instagram or facebook at She Can Make Podcast or email us at shecanmakepodcast@gmail.com
Thanks for listening and talk to you next week!
