Homespun Journey

Episode 025 Shownotes - Michigan FiberFest 2013The Rivulet Shrug PatternGuild UpdatesEvents UpdatesSOAR AnnouncementReview of SpinOff On the Road again...Michigan Fiber Fest 2013

Episode 024 Shownotes - YARNCON 2013Work in Process - Whats on and off my needlesExploring Stripes Beaded Bag from the Beaded Knitting workshop.I completed this bag in 17 days including the icord (which I normally hate and procrastinate knitting) due to the friendly competition with Midge65 who completed two in the same time and ultimately made 4 bags.Legwarmers for Spinning Buddy Jr. in stockinet in thick and thin colorful yarn. Used all 3 balls and made shorter legwarmers.New segment -5%(Tell story of 5%) ice breaker when being irrationalwhich brings me to ...My 3rd set of Prairie Boots for Me! Me! Me!I went to sew the buttons on and didn’t like where the button holes were positioned so I am going to knit the very top flap ove r. (I substituted bulky yarn and forgot to alter for for the different gauge. A quick fix, but is put on hold now the weather is warmer. In this episode I am introducing another new segment I call... Distracted by the Shiney.This segment will talk about the products or projects that are distracting you from finishing the project that you currently are working on. We will talk more about it in On the Road Again.Guild UpdatesIllinois Prairie Spinners GuildNeedle felted birds workshopand our new temporary location Warren Tavern in Warrenville, IllinoisCultured Purls Knitting GuildBeaded Knitting Workshop 3 ways to knit with beads -Prestring beads and push up between stitches. ( makes beaded pattern a little wonky) - Prestring beads and push up in front of slipped stitch. (sometime can slip to back of work) - My favorite way - use a crochet hook by placing the bead on the hook, removing the stitch with the hook and while stitch is under tension sliding the bead on the stitch and returning to knitting needle and knit. ( benefits does not stress yarn, bead is located on both sides of your project.Shop UpdatesElgin Knit Works moved a block away from their original location in Elgin, IllinoisElgin Knit Works8 Douglas AveElgin IL [email protected] Yarn Studio moved from DesPlaines to Mount Prospect IllinoisMosaic Yarn Studio, Ltd.
109 W. Prospect Ave.
Mount Prospect, IL  60056Phone: 847-390-1013Fax: 847-390-1256Email: [email protected] is having a huge 39th anniversary sale all during March online atWWW.Yarn.comOn the Road again...Yarn Con 2013New Segment...Distracted by the Shiny.What product or project is distracting you from finishing the project that you currently have in WIPs. The Rivulet Shrug by Andrea MarquisSomeone You should knowMy interview with Monika Kimrey Developing World708/601-6664 Envision UnlimitedWWW.Envision.OrgInterview with John from White Mountain Whiskey LLCWooly App for Ravelry contest and interview Kickstarter.com for version 2.0 Universal version that will be compatible with IPad and Android and uses all the Ravelry features that Ravelry makes available to developers.Why Wooly?Wooly app makes it easy to update your Ravelry project page on the go. I like how you can clearly review your projects and stash. You can also share your projects on facebook easily with the Wooly App.The reason why I love Wooly is that the Wooly app inserts your pictures first on your projects page instead of last like Ravelry does. This helps people on Iphones and Ipads easily update their project pages with the latest progress on their projects.You are able to see the basic information about the pattern such as which yarn weight, yardage and needle size is recommended if entered on your project page, however you are not able to see your pattern instructions or see the details about your yarn unless you specifically loaded that information when and if you entered it in your stash.This is because Ravelry had previously limited the types of information they would release to the developers to make the applications.I love Ravelry for access to Patterns and Yarns as well as sharing information in the forums. Hopefully Ravelry will release these features to the developers so that they will be able to be added in version 2.0WOOLY APP DrawingEnter under the Homespun Journey Ravelry Group Under the Episode 24 YarnCon thread. Leave a comment and let us know your favorite Ravelry feature.The winner will be chosen by random drawing as of June 15th, 2013 midnight.John has graciously donated access to the Wooly App for free using a download code.Upcoming FestivalsMaryland Sheep and WoolShepherds Harvest May 11-12, 20013Middle Tennessee Fiber Show May 24-25, 2013 Hoosier Hills Fiber Fair Indiana May 31-June 1, 2013Iowa Sheep and Wool June 8+9, 2013Midwest Weavers in Kansas June 20-22 , 2013 Midwest Fiber and Folk Art Fair June 21-23, 2013Black Sheep Gathering in Oregon June 21-23, 2013

2012 Project review-Socks that Rock Thinking Socks-Zu Zu’s Petals cowl using Malabrigo yarn-Zauberball Thinking Socks in Ombre-Kensington Socks by Nancy Bush using Madeline Tosh-Toe up Baby socks in I love that Cotton-Mini Annis with Beads-Summer Blooms Shawl using Chiao Goo Red Lace needles-Opsa shawl in alpaca lace w/beads-3 pairs of Prairie BootsYarn shop visit to The Fold in Marengo, Illinois2013 GoalsMobius cast on (on purpose)Knit a toe up sock with heel flapSpin my cashmere/silk blendIllinois Prairie SpinnersWWW.IPS.CHICAGOLANDSPINS.ORGMy Journey to:The Janesville Area Knitting Guild’s annual Knit InWWW.JAKG.ORGLake Lawn Lodge in Delavan, WisconsinFranklin Habit Lace Edging workshopUpcoming Festivals to attend.Spinning and Knitting Tips-Clean and lubricate the INSIDE of your bobbin.-Know your ratios-Scotch Tension or Double Drive Spinning WheelKnitting TipHomemade yarn bowl.Your Spinning Buddy,Sherry Johnson

My Workshops with Franklin Habit History of Lace Jacquard Garter StitchGadgetsKensington Socks StoryContact information:www.HomespunJourney.ComHomespun Journey Podcast group on RavelrySpinning Buddy on Ravelry, Facebook, and [email protected]

My Journey to Midwest Fiber and FolkArt Fair Lake County Fairgrounds in Grayslake, IL.Runway Fashion ShowLlama Obstacle CourseMarket PLace The Fold Fiber Optic Yarns Susan’s Fiber Shop Trading Post for Fiber Arts Abstract Fibers Authors Book SigningContact information:www.HomespunJourney.ComHomespun Journey Podcast group on RavelrySpinning Buddy on Ravelry, Facebook, and [email protected]

• Spinning Wheel • Gadget Corner • Cultured Purls Guild • Spinning Retreat

My Journey to Shepherd's Harvest Sheep and Wool Festival Lake Elmo, MN.www.SHEPHERDSHARVESTFESTIVAL.ORGSaturday evening get-together with Deb Robson and Carol Ekariusauthors of ‘The Fleece & Fiber Sourcebook’Contact information:www.HomespunJourney.ComHomespun Journey Podcast group on RavelrySpinning Buddy on Ravelry, Facebook, and [email protected]

What's on my needles? Kensington socks by Nancy Bush pattern in ‘The Knitters Book of Socks’ by Clara ParkesStephenson County Fiber FestMalabrigo Song Gary Karlsrud - Composer Mediaworkzone.comMalabrigo Song Video

What's off my needles? Zu Zu’s Petals Cowl.www.carinaspencer.com/shop/zuzus-petalsWhat's on my needles? Kensington socks by Nancy Bush pattern in ‘The Knitters Book of Socks’ by Clara ParkesMagazines Spin-Off - www.interweave.com Wild Fibers - www.wildfibersmagazine.comFiber Discussion Sharlea Merinowww.sharlea.comMalabrigo Song Gary Karlsrud - Composer Mediaworkzone.comMalabrigo Song Video

What's on my needles and wheel? Pictures and details can be found on my Ravelry Group Homespun Journey.Guild UpdateNew PodcastsBook ReviewJourney with Spinster