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Two Ewes Fiber Adventures

Release Date: 06/09/2024

Dreaming of Chenille Rugs show art Dreaming of Chenille Rugs

Two Ewes Fiber Adventures

It’s another recovery episode! Marsha is back from Palm Springs, Christmas is put away, and Kelly has big news about the trailer curtains. Plus, dreams of new weaving projects. Full notes with photos and links can be found in the podcast section of Join the or become a patron and support the show on . or . Marsha’s Projects : by Heidemarie Kaizer. Using Purls Before Swine Robusta in colorways Good Jeans (blue) and Toxic (pink). I’ve finished the body and am about to pick up stitches for the first sleeve. : Stephanie Larson. Using Purls Before Swine Hometown Worsted in colorway...

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Two Ewes Fiber Adventures

The Two Ewes send best wishes for the happiest of holidays to all our listeners. Join us in our last episode of 2024 as we discuss projects, our Winter Weave Along, and a way to think about making space for creativity.  Full notes with photos and links can be found in the podcast section of Join the or become a patron and support the show on . or . Looms available:  Loom #1: Terry in Salinas has a loom that needs a home. It comes from Berkeley, has all its pieces, and is in really good condition.  I'll have more information soon and she says it would definitely be a good...

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Recovery! show art Recovery!

Two Ewes Fiber Adventures

We hope everyone had a Happy Thanksgiving. We recap our holiday with stories of cooking turkeys and cranberry sauce. Plus, updates on projects and a challenge for our Winter Weave Along. Full notes with photos and links can be found in the podcast section of Join the or become a patron and support the show on . or . Marsha’s Projects : by Annette Corsino. I finished the body but still need to knit wattle and comb. I’ve been making “rope” with French Knitter and about halfway done. Plan to make a hat and chalk bag. Found tiny carabiners online. : by Heidemarie Kaizer. Using Purls...

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Blah, Blah, Blah...Trailer Curtains show art Blah, Blah, Blah...Trailer Curtains

Two Ewes Fiber Adventures

Join us as we discuss our plans for the Winter Weave A-long and, of course, lots of project updates. Full notes with photos and links can be found in the podcast section of Join the or become a patron and support the show on . or . Marsha’s Projects : by Annette Corsino. I’ve knitted a bit on my chicken. Decided to make a rock climbing chicken for Ben. Found tiny carabiners online. : by Kelly McClure. Using Done Roving Yarns Frolicking Feet in colorway Irish Moss. Hibernating. : by Heidemarie Kaizer. Using Purls Before Swine Robusta in colorways Good Jeans (blue) and Toxic (pink). I...

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We're Back in Action! show art We're Back in Action!

Two Ewes Fiber Adventures

Technical difficulties in the last episode meant we lost half of the audio. We’re back and announce the winners of the Summer Spin In and discuss project updates. Marsha shares details about her trip to upstate New York and the New York State Sheep and Wool Show. Full notes with photos and links can be found in the podcast section of Join the or become a patron and support the show on . or Marsha’s Projects : by Maddie Mo. Finished. Used Alaskan Yarn Company DK in colorway Spruce. : by Maddie Mo. Finished. Used Hazel Knits Cadence DK in colorway Wonderland Trail. : by Annette Corsino....

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Technical Difficulties with Knitting Content show art Technical Difficulties with Knitting Content

Two Ewes Fiber Adventures

Just the chat today. We had some technical difficulties with the knitting part of the show. We'll try to troubleshoot once Marsha returns from Rhinebeck. If you like the chat, welcome! If you're here for the knitting, we'll see you in episode 235. 

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A Dog With Two Legs show art A Dog With Two Legs

Two Ewes Fiber Adventures

We have lots of discussion topics this week ranging from Kelly’s dogs now having two legs, the fleece auction, to Marsha’s cast on frenzy.  Full notes with photos and links can be found in the podcast section of Join the or become a patron and support the show on . or Marsha’s Projects Skein: Finished! 50/25/25 merino/silk/bamboo. 4oz and 454 yards. : The Artful Ewe Clackamas. Finished! : Regia Design Line by Arne & Carlos in colorway Garden. : by Annette Corsino. I’ve knitted a bit on my chicken. Knit through the third stripe. Not sure I like the colors I picked. : by...

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Projects Past Present and Future show art Projects Past Present and Future

Two Ewes Fiber Adventures

The Two Ewes report on their finished projects, new projects, and future projects. Plus, just a few more days of our Summer Spin In.  Full notes with photos and links can be found in the podcast section of Join the or become a patron and support the show on . or Marsha’s Projects : by Jo Cottle. Finished! Used Rowan Purelife Revive in the colorway Loam. Picked up in the NoCKRs 2024 destash room.  : The Artful Ewe Clackamas. Finished first sock and about halfway through leg of second sock. : by Annette Corsino. I’ve knitted a bit on my chicken. About to start the second...

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Remember, This is A Knitting Podcast show art Remember, This is A Knitting Podcast

Two Ewes Fiber Adventures

We have lots of discussion about dogs and house projects, and yes, knitting and spinning. Our Summer Spin-In is underway for a few more weeks.  Full notes with photos and links can be found in the podcast section of Join the or become a patron and support the show on . or Marsha’s Projects : The Artful Ewe Clackamas. Finished first sock and about halfway through leg of second sock. : by Annette Corsino. I’ve knitted a bit on my chicken. About to start the second stripe. : by Jo Cottle. Using Rowan Purelife Revive in the colorway Loam. Picked up in the NoCKRs 2024 destash room....

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Alaskan Advent-Ewe! show art Alaskan Advent-Ewe!

Two Ewes Fiber Adventures

Marsha is home from her Alaskan Advent-Ewe and we have lots to catch up on. Join our discussion of project updates and spinning for our Summer Spin In.  Full notes with photos and links can be found in the podcast section of Join the or become a patron and support the show on . or Marsha’s Projects : The Artful Ewe Clackamas. Finished first sock and about halfway through leg of second sock. : by Annette Corsino. Sweet girl on hold while I was in Alaska. : by Jo Cottle. Cast on using Rowan Purelife Revive in the colorway Loam. Picked up in the NoCKRs 2024 destash room. Cast on and...

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Our Summer Spin In is underway and we talk about our plans for spinning over the summer. What will you be spinning? We announce the winners of our Out-of-Hibernation-Along. Plus, it's the Two Ewes, so you know there’ll be a rant or two and we'll get off topic!

Full notes with photos and links can be found in the podcast section of our shop website: TwoEwesFiberAdventures.com Join the community on Ravelry or become a patron and support the show on our Patreon Page.

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Marsha’s Projects

Socks: The Artful Ewe Clackamas. Starting toe of first sock.

Sweet Baby Cardigan by Alena Byers: Using Blue Sky Fiber Printed Organic Cotton and Hikoo by Skacel Simplicity Solid. I decided against using the pattern, Baby Surprise Jacket by Elizabeth Zimmerman.

Mountain High Combo Spin #3: Finished body and halfway done with first sleeve.

Combo Spin #5: Finished! A little over 1,000 yards of sport/DK weight

Kelly’s Projects

Accountability check: the Classic Knitted Ripple baby blanket, Bouclé Chicken and the Dream Shawl and the Corrie x Targhee x Merino spin are all completely finished. 

The Wine and Cheese socks

Mother Bears: Three crocheted bears finished

Finished Spinning

2+ ounces of Polwarth and silk and 1+ ounce of merino spirit fiber spun and plied. Plied them together and then plied the rest of the Polwarth/silk on itself. Lace Weight 2-ply and a nice quick spin. 

2+ ounces of a Lincoln cross from spirit fiber. 2-ply to add to my rug yarn stash.

Out-of-Hibernation Along 

Ended June 1. Over 300 posts, with 28 people cheering each other on and 44 projects linked in the thread. 

Prizes from Ale Sheep Company: Shepherd’s Balm and Herder’s Healer. They have a Fibershed Certified flock of suffolk sheep and sell lamb, pelts, felted products, and skin care using the sheep tallow and lanolin.  

Listen to find out if you won!

Winners should send address and let us know if you are vegan or allergic to lanolin or need an alternative prize for some reason. Get in touch on Ravelry or email [email protected]

Summer Spin In

Started Memorial Day - Ends on Labor Day

May 27 - September 2