Episode 108: Jess of Ginger Twist Studio
I Thought I Knew How: A Podcast about Knitting and Life
Release Date: 08/08/2023
Episode 124: Helen Robertson
I Thought I Knew How: A Podcast about Knitting and Life
Meet Helen Robertson this week on the podcast. Helen is a jewelry designer, knitting designer, and artist in Shetland. Her work celebrates nature, heritage, and Shetland, and frequently incorporates community building in her projects. Links to Things Mentioned in the Episode Helen Robertson's , , , and . She can be reached at , by Lynn Abrams , featuring Helen's Flying Flock , by Carol Christiansen on YouTube YouTube Channel
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Episode 123: Joanna Hunter
I Thought I Knew How: A Podcast about Knitting and Life
Join Anne for a chat with knitwear designer Joanna Hunter! Grab your knitting and listen as Joanna shares her design process and experiences in the world of high fashion, film, and local commerce. Links to Things Mentioned in This Episode is currently streaming on Amazon Prime in the US, if you would like to see Joanna's scarves and wristlets! Ninian's , , and
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Episode 122: Museum Knits
I Thought I Knew How: A Podcast about Knitting and Life
Three museum pieces piqued Anne's interest on a recent road trip. Fall down the rabbit hole with her as she shares what she learned about letterman sweaters, machine crochet, and Mr. Rogers' famous cardigans. Links to Things Mentioned in the Episode , by David Maraniss , by Jean Shepherd Please note that the links to the books above are Amazon affiliate links. Should you buy the books using those links, a small portion of your purchase will help support the costs of the show at no additional cost to you. Music This episode's music was Jontavious Willis' Humans Win's "Back to...
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Episode 121: Alchemy Fiber Mill
I Thought I Knew How: A Podcast about Knitting and Life
Have you ever daydreamed about opening your own fiber mill? Join Anne as she sits down with Malinda and Claudia of Alchemy Fiber Mill to hear their story of opening a mill to meet the needs to their local wool community! Links to Things Mentioned in the Episode Find Alchemy Fiber Mill at their , , or Follow on Instagram to get updates about Wovember!
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Episode 120: 2024 I-91 Shop Hop, Part Two
I Thought I Knew How: A Podcast about Knitting and Life
Come along with Anne to visit the last three newcomer shops on this year's upcoming I-91 Summer Vacation Shop Hop through Connecticut, Massachusetts, Vermont, and New Hampshire! Links to Things Mentioned in This Episode Simsbury Yarns: , KnittyGrittyYarnGirl: , , , The Woolly Thistle: , , , Music This episode's music was Tom Goldstein's Jontavious Willis' and Ben Bostick's
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Episode 119: 2024 I-91 Shop Hop, Part 1
I Thought I Knew How: A Podcast about Knitting and Life
The I-91 Shop Hop is coming up in August and will feature 6 additional stores. Come along with Anne to visit three of the new additions to this popular yarn crawl through southern New England! Get a peek at what you can expect at each store and some thoughts to help you plan the trip itself! Links to Things Mentioned in the Episode Madison Wool: , , Knit & Pearls: , , Alchemy Fiber Mill: , , Music There are three songs in this episode: "I Don't Hate You But Goodbye," by Sarah Angel; "Body and Head," by Kaii Dreams, and "Marie," by Humans Win.
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Episode 118: Patty Lyons
I Thought I Knew How: A Podcast about Knitting and Life
Anne sits down with Patty Lyons to talk about her upcoming Official Workbook companion to Patty Lyon's Knitting Bag of Tricks. Along the way they talk about Patty's journey to becoming a highly regarded knitting teacher, her "feud" with Seth Meyers, and a few top tips all knitters should know. Links to Things Mentioned in the Episode Patty Lyons' and to keep on top of where Patty will be next! Order on Amazon, and , or watch Patty's website to ! Stitch N'Pitch is coming to Hartford, August 17, 2024.
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Episode 117: Julia Madill
I Thought I Knew How: A Podcast about Knitting and Life
Join Anne as she chats with Julia Madill about her design work, including a new book coming in September for crocheters: . Be sure to stick around after for information about three upcoming events! Links to Things Mentioned in the Podcast Julia Madill's website, Instagram, and Preorder Every Way with Granny Crochet on Amazon (affiliate link) Pompom Magazine Crochet.com , by Debbie Stoller (Did you know there is , too?) (affiliate links) , August 17, 2024! -- There is no official website, but information can be found in this Facebook post. If you enjoyed this episode, please send...
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Episode 116: Woolly Good, Good Woolens, and Wool for Good
I Thought I Knew How: A Podcast about Knitting and Life
In this episode, Anne shares about her visit to the Woolly Good Gathering in Edinburgh last month, some thoughts about this year's Sheltand Wool Week hat, and a whole lot more, including details about the Stitch N'Pitch event coming August 17, 2024 in Hartford, CT! Links to Things Mentioned in the Show from Jamieson's of Shetland by Donna Smith Terri Laura's , , and (Link should work after May 20!) Music This week's songs were Tom Goldstein's "Today," and "," by Brad Howard.
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Episode 115: Nylon
I Thought I Knew How: A Podcast about Knitting and Life
In this episode, Anne covers Nylon in the newest instalment of the series about the various fibers used in yarn. Also, get all the details for the Shetland Hogmanay Box and find out where you can meet Anne in person at the end of April! Links to Things Mentioned in This Episode on Wikipedia on Britannica.com Purchase your on April 13, 2024 at noon eastern time! Find me in the marketplace, April 26 and 27, 2024! Music The song in this episode was Kaii Dreams and Wild Heart singing, "."
info_outlineIn this episode, meet Jess of Ginger Twist Studio, a lovely local yarn store that doubles as a popular fiber destination for visitors to Edinburgh, Scotland. Jess's handdyed yarn has appeared several times in the pages of The Journal of Scottish Yarns, and she took the time to speak about that and the joys and challenges of owning a yarn shop. Have you been dreaming of your own store? Have a listen!
Links to Things Mentioned in the Episode
Shetland Hogmanay Boxes
Join Anne for dinner during Shetland Wool Week
Ginger Twist Studio is Jess's home on the web. Find her online store and hours for the brick and mortar!
You can also find Ginger Twist Studio on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook.
Ginger's Splendor and Masham Mayhem were featured in the Forvie Shawl pattern and Sweet Flax was featured in the pattern for the Carstramon Top in The Journal of Scottish Yarns.
Jess's recommended spots for fiber-travelers to Edinburgh: Dovecot Studios, Chambers Street Museum, Leith, Pascal & Co., 24 Royal Terrace, Art & Vintage.