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The Corner of Knit & Tea: Episode 137, Sweaters and hats and socks oh my!
Welcome to episode 137! Today I talk about all my knits and spins, as well as Raishan, the pattern I released this week. I’m still going strong on socks for the Sock-a-long as well. Come join us!
Please come and join the Ravelry group.
You can also find me on Ravelry as Fluffyk, Twitter, Instagram as Fluffykira, and in my shop The Corner of Knit & Tea.
Tea:
- David’s Tea, Sugar & Spice (discontinued)
Knitting:
- Finished: Baby & Child Sophisticate by Linden Down, Cascade 220 Superwash in Cobalt Heather
- In progress: Vanilla Socks in Opal Best Friends (Attachment 8863)
- In progress: Buccaneer by Justyna Lorkowska, O-Wool O-Wash in Barn Owl and a gradient on Iachos from A Hundred Ravens.
Spinning:
- Finished: Hello Yarn Polwarth in Citrus Citrus
- On deck: Southern Cross Fibre South African Superfine Merino in Boil and Bubble
Extras:
- I am currently hosting a Sock KAL (knit or crochet) from May 1 to June 30. Come visit the group thread for details.
The Corner of Knit & Tea: Episode 80, I’ll speak plainly.
Welcome to episode 80! Today I have a few finished objects, some tea and yarn reviews, a few WIPs and I announce the new KAL.
Please come and join the Ravelry group.
You can also find me on Ravelry as Fluffyk, Twitter, Instagram and Periscope as Fluffykira, and in my shop The Stashbuckler: Adventures in Yarrrrrrrrn.
Sipping:
- Steeped Tea, Monk’s Blend – link to Kim’s party
Knitting:
- Finished: Foolproof Cowl by Louise Zass-Bangham, my handspun
- Finished: Louet Spring 2006 Collection, Zambra by Susanna IC, Louet Euroflax in Crabapple, Soft Coral and Champagne (a review will follow this week!)
- In progress: Hylda by Bristol Ivy, Wollmeise Merino DK in Moses
- In progress: Starshower by Hilary Smith Callis, Bijou Basin Tibetan Dream in Fuchsia Ombre Flow
- On deck: Mario the Artistic Rabbit by Jenna Krupar, my handspun
Spinning:
- Finished: Two if by Hand, Organic Merino, Freak Show
- On deck: Fat Cat Knits, Targhee, Alchemy
Extras:
- I’m delighted to announce that I am co-hosting our next KAL with Anne of the Wooly Wonka Fiber podcast, store, and designs. Come over to either of our groups on Ravelry to check out the details!
The Corner of Knit & Tea: Episode 77, I like bows.
Welcome to episode 77! This week I talk have some FO’s, some WIPs, and I spend some time on what I’m gearing up for in March!
Please come and join the Ravelry group.
You can also find me on Ravelry as Fluffyk, Twitter, Instagram and Periscope as Fluffykira, and in my shop The Stashbuckler: Adventures in Yarrrrrrrrn.
Sipping:
Knitting:
- Finished: Antler Mittens by Tin Can Knits, Dream in Color Classy in Spring Tickle and Two Windows Dye Company Laceweight in purple
- Finished: Et Voila by Justyna Lorkowska, Lion Brand Superwash Merino
- Finished: Flower Power by Doni Spiegle, various Sugar & Cream colors
- In progress: Hylda by Bristol Ivy, Wollmeise Merino DK in Moses
- Needle Adjacent: Test knit by Leftsideknits, my handspun and Miss Babs Yowza in Tulipa
- Needle Adjacent: Foolproof Cowl by Louise Zass-Bangham, my handspun
Spinning:
- Finished: Southern Cross Fibre, Polwarth/Bamboo in Splendour
- Finished: Maude & Me, New Zealand Polwarth in Falling Slowly
- On deck: Two if by Hand, Superwash Merino, Clueless
Extras:
The Corner of Knit & Tea: Episode 18, O Christmas Tree (Skirt)
Welcome back to Episode 18 and welcome to new viewers. Join me as I sip a holiday tea, finish up my Christmas knits and talk about spinning.
Please come and join the Ravelry group and the ongoing Gift KAL!
You can also find me on Ravelry as Fluffyk, Twitter and Instagram as Fluffykira, and in my shop The Stashbuckler: Adventures in Yarrrrrrrrn.
Sipping:
- Mug: Cost Plus World Market Black Friday Special, 2013, Downton Abbey mug
- Tea: The Republic of Tea, Downton Christmas Tea
Wearing:
- Fifty Shades of Any Color by Susan Ashcroft, Madelinetosh Pashmina in Smokestack and my handspun
Knitting:
- Finished: Eternity Scarf by Michele Wang, Valley Yarns Superwash DK, special anniversary yarn dyed by Madelinetosh in Composition Book Grey
- Work in Progress: Hemlock Ring Blanket adapted by Jared Flood, Lion Brand Lion’s Pride Woolspun in Red
- Work in Progress: Eliina Shawl by Lankakomero in Malabrigo Lace in Teal Feather
- Work in Progress: Colorblock Scarf (my own design) in Woolfolk Far in Dove Gray, Sky Gray and Raven
Spinning:
- In Progress: Chestnut Cherry (my own dyeing)
- In Progress: Sweet Georgia Superwash Merino in Fondant
- On Deck: Hello Yarn October 2014 Club, Corriedale, Hidden Thicket
Extras:
- Come join the Gift-a-long in the Ravelry Group! Earn a chance to win a prize for every gift knit you finish between November 12 and December 31, 2014. WIPS count too!
