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Episode 183: A Whirlwind Weekend
Welcome to episode 183! Well this one is a little more chatty than usual, but I had to make up for not as much knitting. 🙂 I have a few things to show you and lots to talk about after a whirlwind weekend vacation. I hope to have more knits and spins next week!
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:
- Upton Tea, Strawberry Kiwi
Knitting:
- Finished: David’s Toe up Sock Recipe by David Schulz, H&W Comfort Sockenwolle in Cherry Blossom
- In progress: Albuquerque Sunset by Casapinka, Cascade Heritage Sock in #5633 Italian Plum and a Knitpicks Sock Blank dyed by me.
- On deck: Super secret knitting!
Spinning:
- In progress: Fiber Optic Yarns 80/20 Merino/Silk in Smoke on the Water
Episode 182: Two big finishes.
Welcome to episode 182! It’s been two weeks and I have finished two big projects. Which of course means it’s time for more cast ons. Spinning is taking a bit of a back seat, but I’m knitting up a storm.
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:
Knitting:
- Finished: Banana Leaf Shawl by Yuki Ueda, Northbound Knitting BFL/Silk Lace in Metallurgy
- Finished: Memory Blanket by Georgie Nicholson
- In progress: Albuquerque Sunset by Casapinka, Cascade Heritage Sock in #5633 Italian Plum and a Knitpicks Sock Blank dyed by me.
- On deck: Super secret knitting!
Spinning:
- In progress: Fiber Optic Yarns 80/20 Merino/Silk in Smoke on the Water
Episode 181: Close, but not quite.
Welcome to episode 181! This week was super busy so not as much knitting and spinning as I would have liked. I’m not quite going to make any more finishes for April is WIP month, but I’ve done some good work and should finish some things soon. So lots chat about current and upcoming knits, and a review of the Lazadas multi-purpose project caddy.
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:
- Twinings, Prince of Wales
Knitting:
- In progress: Banana Leaf Shawl by Yuki Ueda, Northbound Knitting BFL/Silk Lace in Metallurgy
- In progress: Memory Blanket by Georgie Nicholson
- On deck: Albuquerque Sunset by Casapinka, Cascade Heritage Sock in #5633 Italian Plum and a Knitpicks Sock Blank dyed by me.
Spinning:
- In progress: Fiber Optic Yarns 80/20 Merino/Silk in Smoke on the Water
Episode 180: Hanging with Franklin.
Welcome to episode 180! This week was super busy so not as much knitting and spinning as I would have liked. But I did finish my Wolf River sweater, and I attended a class with Franklin Habit at our local knitting conference, so I have some show and tell.
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:
- Tea Runners, Dragon Claw Oolong
Knitting:
- Finished: Wolf River by Melissa Schaschwary, Cloudborn Fibers Bulky Wool Twist in Slate Heather
- In progress: Banana Leaf Shawl by Yuki Ueda, Northbound Knitting BFL/Silk Lace in Metallurgy
- In progress: Memory Blanket by Georgie Nicholson
Spinning:
- In progress: Fiber Optic Yarns 80/20 Merino/Silk in Smoke on the Water
Episode 179: Where is Spring?
Welcome to episode 179! Lots of knitting this week – I’m almost to the second sleeve of my sweater and I made a lot of progress on an old WIP for April is WIP Month. Come join us in the Ravelry group and get those WIPS done!
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:
- Simpson & Vail, Ceylon Orange Pekoe
Knitting:
- In progress: Wolf River by Melissa Schaschwary, Cloudborn Fibers Bulky Wool Twist in Slate Heather
- In progress: Banana Leaf Shawl by Yuki Ueda, Northbound Knitting BFL/Silk Lace in Metallurgy
Spinning:
- Finished: Enchanted Knoll Farm, Happy Hooves Club, BFL in Temperamental
- On deck: Fiber Optic Yarns 80/20 Merino/Silk in Smoke on the Water
Episode 178: April is WIP Month
Welcome to episode 178! Lots of knitting this week and I dug out an old WIP to work on for April is WIP Month. Come join us in the Ravelry group and get those WIPS done!
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:
- Tea Runners, Vanilla Mint Pu Erh
Knitting:
- Finished: Simon and Simona by Elena Nodel, Miss Babs Yowza in Shaken, Not Stirred
- In progress: Wolf River by Melissa Schaschwary, Cloudborn Fibers Bulky Wool Twist in Slate Heather
- In progress: Banana Leaf Shawl by Yuki Ueda, Northbound Knitting BFL/Silk Lace in Metallurgy
Spinning:
- Finished: Hello Yarn Targhee/Bamboo/Silk in Squeaky Clean
- On deck: Enchanted Knoll Farm, Happy Hooves Club, BFL in Temperamental
Episode 177: Ply Away recap
Welcome to episode 177! I didn’t get much done this week so there’s just a bit of progress to show on WIPs. I also didn’t spin, but I did go to Ply Away so I report back on my classes and purchases. I’m also contemplating making April a WIP month. Would anyone like to “along” with me?
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:
Knitting:
- In progress: David’s Toe up Sock Recipe by David Schulz, H&W Comfort Sockenwolle in Cherry Blossom
- In progress: Simon and Simona by Elena Nodel, Miss Babs Yowza in Shaken, Not Stirred
- In progress: Wolf River by Melissa Schaschwary, Cloudborn Fibers Bulky Wool Twist in Slate Heather
Spinning:
- On deck: Hello Yarn Targhee/Bamboo/Silk in Squeaky Clean
Episode 176: Armpits, hahah!
Welcome to episode 176! This week is all about sweaters – one for me and one for my nephew. Also a few spins and some discussion about upcoming events. If you’re going to Ply Away next weekend please say hi!
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:
- Adagio Teas, Cri-Tea-Cal Role, White Tower
Knitting:
- In progress: Simon and Simona by Elena Nodel, Miss Babs Yowza in Shaken, Not Stirred
- In progress: Wolf River by Melissa Schaschwary, Cloudborn Fibers Bulky Wool Twist in Slate Heather
Spinning:
- Finished:Â Hello Yarn Polwarth/Silk in Whisper
- On deck: Hello Yarn Targhee/Bamboo/Silk in Squeaky Clean
Episode 175: Empty needles.
Welcome to episode 175! This week I finished a Milo, a shawl and a spin, and except for socks my needles are empty. I guess I’d better cast on.
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:
- Twinings, Spiced Apple Chai
Knitting:
- Finished: Milo by Georgie Nicholson, Vinni’s Yarns Bambi in Indigo
- Finished: Silverleaf by Lisa Hannes, Wollmeise Blend in Meilenstein
- In progress: David’s Toe up Sock Recipe by David Schulz, H&W Comfort Sockenwolle in Cherry Blossom
- On deck: Simon and Simona by Elena Nodel, Miss Babs Yowza in Shaken, Not Stirred
Spinning:
- Finished: Essential Fiber Falkland in Blue Spruce
- On deck: Hello Yarn Polwarth/Silk in Whisper
Episode 174: Using up stash.
Welcome to episode 174! This week I finished my cowl and a spin, worked on Mom’s blanket and a shawl for a friend, and have plans for the upcoming week. I also answer a question from a viewer and announce the winner of lovely KnitandStitchBits‘ project bag.
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:
Knitting:
- Finished: Lowbrow Cowl by Thao Nguyen, Australian Polwarth
- In progress: Memory Blanket by Georgie Nicholson
- In progress: Silverleaf by Lisa Hannes, Wollmeise Blend in Meilenstein
- On deck: Milo by Georgie Nicholson, Vinni’s Yarns Bambi in Indigo
Spinning:
- Finished: Three Waters Farm Rambouillet in Quilter’s Magic
- On deck: Essential Fiber Falkland in Blue Spruce
