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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.
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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: 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
Episode 173: Frogs in the creek.
Welcome to episode 173! This week I finished my handspun socks, worked on a cowl and a spin, and have a new shawl and spin planned. Also, there’s a giveaway this week, brought to you by the lovely KnitandStitchBits (https://www.etsy.com/shop/KnitandStitchBits). Be sure to watch the episode, and answer the question in the comments on the YouTube page. I’ll draw for a winner 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:
Knitting:
- Finished: David’s Toe up Sock Recipe by David Schulz, my handspun (Christmas Eve cast-on)
- In progress: Lowbrow Cowl by Thao Nguyen, Australian Polwarth
- In progress: David’s Toe up Sock Recipe by David Schulz, H&W Comfort Sockenwolle in Cherry Blossom
- On deck: Silverleaf by Lisa Hannes, Wollmeise Blend in Meilenstein
Spinning:
- Finished: Hello Yarn BFL in Freeze & Thaw
- On deck: Three Waters Farm Rambouillet in Quilter’s Magic
Episode 172: Gold medal!
Welcome to episode 172! This week I finished my Olympic/Ravellenic project in time to medal. I also put some work in on handspun socks and on dreaming about next knits. I also do a little recap on my trip last weekend, my spin for the week and, of course, a tea.
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, Organic Sweet Almond Green
Knitting:
- Finished: Potawatomi by Carol Sunday, Sunday Yarns Nirvana 5 ply in Berry
- In Progress: David’s Toe up Sock Recipe by David Schulz, my handspun (Christmas Eve cast-on)
Spinning:
- Finished: Spinsters Crazy Batts 2018
- On deck: Hello Yarn BFL in Freeze & Thaw
Episode 171: All about the poncho.
Welcome to episode 171! I have two FO’s today and one I’ve been working on for a while so I’m super happy to have it done. I also talk about my Olympic project and upcoming travels. I hope you have a lovely 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:
Knitting:
- Finished: Capucine by Adela Illichmanova, Delicious Yarns Sweets Chunky in Raspberry Fudge (for review)
- Finished: Ten Stitch Twist by Frankie Brown, Opal Advent Calendar
- In Progress: Lowbrow Cowl by Thao Nguyen, Australian Polwarth
- In Progress: Potawatomi by Carol Sunday, Sunday Yarns Nirvana 5 ply in Berry
Spinning:
- In Progress: Spinsters Crazy Batts 2018
Extras
- I’ve started a team for the Ravellenic Games! Please come join Team CKT!
