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Shape Up For the Holidays with Knitting Daily TV Episode 913

Knitting Daily TV — Fri, 23 Nov 2012 22:43:00 GMT

Are you ready to shape up with Knitting Daily TV? We don't mean exercise or diet, we mean celebrate shapes and shaping techniques in your knitwear. Join host Eunny Jang and yarn expert Clara Parkes on episode 913 of Knitting Daily TV and celebrate without cutting the calories.

Getting Started:

On the final episode of this season of Knitting Daily TV Eunny demonstrates the infinite or endless loop cable, as seen on the Arabesque Beret design shown here from the special issue Interweave Knits Accessories 2011.

Eunny is wearing the Abbey Pullover from Knitscene Fall 2011.

Accessorize Me!

Eunny joins designer and author Kristen TenDyke with a fun market bag that celebrates the chevron. Kristen demonstrates the seed stitched edging on this bag, which gives it some added strength in the shoulder straps and bottom. Download the free pattern for the Chevron Market Bag and knit along with Eunny and Kristen.
Sponsored by Interweave.

Yarn Spotlight:

Clara Parkes and Eunny are back in the Knitting Lab for the last time on this season, wrapping up the Yarn Spotlights with an in-depth look at multi-plied yarns, their characteristics, the benefits of multiple plies to a yarn, and their best uses. Featured on this episode is Valley Fibers' Northfield yarn, a merino, baby alpaca, and silk blended yarn that is comprised of various plies. You can purchase this yarn online at WEBs. Also seen is Knit One Crochet Too's Pediwick and Baby Boo yarns.

Sponsored by WEBs, America's Yarn Store.

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Quick Tip:

Eunny wraps up the entire season of Knitting Daily TV Series 900 with one more quick tip for "no stitch" boxes, and what to do when you see those empty boxes seen on knitting charts.

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ABOUT THE SHOW: Knitting Daily TV is an exciting needle crafts how-to program on public television covering everything from knitting and crochet to stitching, felting, and spinning. The show guides viewers in learning to make fun yet smart one-of-a-kind designs using the latest products in yarn and fiber. Download free patterns, meet trendsetting knit and crochet designers, and improve or learn new skills and techniques.

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Eek, Steeks! Don't let steeks scare you, watch Knitting Daily TV Episode 912

Knitting Daily TV — Mon, 12 Nov 2012 17:57:00 GMT

Don't let steeks scare you! Join host of Knitting Daily TV Eunny Jang as she and guest experts explore various steeking methods. Plus, take a look at crochet motifs, silk blended yarns, and more on this fiber-filled episode.

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Getting Started:

Eunny begins this episode with three types of steeks: machine, crocheted, and unfinished steeks. She'll demonstrate each one and show you how it looks when you actually cut your knitwear.

Eunny is wearing Amy Christoffer's Cypress Raglan design from Knitscene Spring 2012. (The vest seen in this episode is from Eunny's private collection, the pattern is not available.)

Accessorize Me!

Shay Pendray and crochet expert Kristin Omdahl meet up on this season's Accessorize Me! segment again to show off a crocheted vest that celebrates the crocheted motif. Kristin will demonstrate how to crochet this motif and talk a bit more about her Birch Vest design. Download the Birch Vest pattern and crochet along with Shay and Kristin.

Yarn Spotlight:

Eunny joins yarn expert Clara Parkes in the Knitting Lab to talk about silk blended yarns, their characteristics, and their best uses. Featured on this episode's Yarn Spotlight is Lantern Moon's Scrumptious DK and Chunky weight yarns, a blend of silk and merino wool that shares the strong characteristics of both materials. Also featured is Zen Yarn Garden's Serenity Silk Singles, a single-plied merino, silk, and cashmere blend great for detailed projects requiring fingerweight yarns.

Sponsored by Zen Yarn Garden and Lantern Moon.

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Quick Tip:

Eunny wraps up this episode all about steeking with a quick tip for tacking down your steeks.

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When Shrinking is Good: Knitting Daily TV Episode 911

Knitting Daily TV — Sat, 03 Nov 2012 13:58:00 GMT

We've all accidentally shrunken our wool sweaters in the wash, but on this episode of Knitting Daily TV we talk about when shrinking our knitwear is intentional, called felting. Join host Eunny Jang and yarn expert Clara Parkes for another great episode include felting tips and techniques and a look at mitered corner knitting with favorite guests Laura Bryant and Barry Klein.

Getting Started:

On this episode's Getting Started segment, host Eunny Jang gives a tutorial on how to correctly measure your felted fabric, before and after felting. The blue hat seen on this segment is from Interweave Knits Fall 2012.

Eunny is wearing the Clover Camisole by Heather Zoppetti, from the Summer 2012 issue of Knitscene.

Accessorize Me!
On this episode's Accessorize Me segment Eunny joins up with knitwear designers and instructors Laura Bryant and Barry Klein for a tutorial on mitered corners. This knitting technique is easy to master and the possibilities are endless. With the ability to knit a corner, you can add depth and dimensions to your knitting. Download the Rendezvous Mitered Garter St. Scarf, the free scarf pattern seen on this episode in brown, and practice your mitered knitting.

Sponsored by Prism Arts, Inc. and Trendsetter Yarns.

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Yarn Spotlight:

Clara Parkes and Eunny are back in the Knitting Lab to talk about tweed yarns. Donegal tweed gets it's name from a region of Ireland called Donegal, and featured on this episode is a popular 100% wool tweed yarn from Tahki Stacy Charles called Donegal Tweed. See what this particular yarn looks like knit up with it's tweed effects both knit and unwashed and felted. Also shown are blended tweeds such as Elsebeth Lavold's silky wool (dark orange) and Serendipity's cotton and wool tweed yarn (light orange).

Sponsored by Tahki Stacy Charles.

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Quick Tip:

Eunny wraps up this episode with more felting. She compares and contrasts a variety of felted fabrics so you can see the felted effects each type of yarn may have and what added design elements look like after the wash.

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Take Intarsia Further with Knitting Daily TV's Episode 910

Knitting Daily TV — Tue, 30 Oct 2012 13:42:00 GMT

Explore intarsia knitting in-depth techniques with host of Knitting Daily TV Eunny Jang. On this episode, Eunny will walk you through the basics of intarsia, a tutorial on knitting intarsia in the round and share a quick tip for making your own yarn bobbins to manage your yarns in intarsia. Plus, take a look at heathered wools.

Getting Started:

Eunny begins this episode with a look at intarsia knitting basics and beyond. Shown here is an intarsia cardigan featured in the Fall 2012 issue of Interweave Knits. Learn the techniques needed to knit your own version or design a similar pattern using your own intarsia motif.

Eunny is wearing Robyn Chachula's Szechuan Sweater from Interweave Crochet Fall 2012.

Accessorize Me!

Learn intarsia in the round with Eunny as she meets up with Kristin to demonstrate Anne Berk's Albus Argyle Sock design. This classic pattern involves some pretty tricky intarsia techniques from Anne Berk's Intarsia InDepth workshop video. Download the sock pattern and try your hand at intarsia in the round!

Yarn Spotlight:

Eunny and Clara are back in the Knitting Lab to dissect heathered wool. A fall classic, this wool has a natural look and great characteristics for a variety of uses. Featured on this Yarn Spotlight is Harrisville Design's Highland yarn and Halcyon Yarn's Geo Rug Wool. The Geo Rug wool is a strong, single-plied yarn without a lot of twist that tends to soften after washing. The Highland yarn comes in both skeins and cones and is 100% Sheltand wool that keeps its heathered look even after dyeing. Both these classic yarns come in a variety of colors, including the heathered skeins and swatches seen here. Also seen on this episode is Pear Tree's super soft wool (purple and teal).

Sponsored by Harrisville Designs and Halcyon Yarn.

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Quick Tip:

Eunny wraps up this episode with a quick tip for managing your yarns with intarsia knitting with handmade cardboard bobbins.
Sponsored by Interweave.

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Bobbley, Baubley, Boo! Explore Knitted Bobbles and Crocheted Baubles on Knitting Daily TV Episode 909

Knitting Daily TV — Tue, 23 Oct 2012 19:04:00 GMT

We're bobbing for baubles on this episode! Join host of Knitting Daily TV Eunny Jang and experts Clara Parkes, Kristin Omdahl, and Shay Pendray as they explore the knitted bobble, crocheted baubles, and much more.

Getting Started:

Eunny begins this episode with a tutorial on textural stitches. Learn a faux bobble stitch that is shown on the Bobble Beret, from the Fall 2012 issue of Interweave Knits magazine.

FYI: in this episode, Eunny is wearing Bettie's Pullover from the Winter 2011 issue of Interweave Knits.

Accessorize Me!

Crochet expert Kristin Omdahl joins up with Shay on this Accessorize Me! segment to showcase a crocheted cuff made by crocheting with wire. Kristin demonstrates this fun technique. Download the Cleopatra Cuff and crochet along with Kristin.

See more of Kristin's crocheted jewelry and crocheted pieces at her website StyledByKristin.com.

Yarn Spotlight:

Join Eunny and Clara on this episode's Yarn Spotlight as they discuss yarn's halo. What is a yarn halo and what yarns tend to have them? Featured on this Yarn Spotlight is Bijou Basin Ranch's Seraphim yarn, an angora and and vicose blend. The viscose in this yarn keeps the mohair's halo less drastic. Also featured is Halcyon Yarn's Victorian Boucle, a mohair, wool, and nylon blended yarn with a strong halo that isn't sticky and creates a soft fabric. Also seen is Be Sweet's mohair yarn (light pink) and Grignasco Knits' kid seta yarn (red).

Sponsored by Bijou Basin Ranch and Halcyon Yarn.

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Quick Tip:

Eunny finishes this episode with a woven cable stitch, another textural stitch that adds depth to your knitwear. It's seen here on a fedora featured in the Fall 2012 issue of Interweave Knits magazine.
Sponsored by Interweave.

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Unusual or Unique? How about both! Episode 908 of Knitting Daily TV celebrates the Usually Unique.

Knitting Daily TV — Mon, 15 Oct 2012 20:50:00 GMT

Join host of Knitting Daily TV Eunny Jang to celebrate the usually unique on episode 908 of Knitting Daily TV, the public television show dedicated to knitting techniques, crochet know-how, trendsetting designers, yarn, and fiber-related patterns and projects.

Getting Started:

On this episode's how-to knitting technique segment, Eunny demonstrates Andean colorwork's scalloped edging. A lot easier to knit than it looks, you can add this unique edging to any design. Shown here this edging is on a hand-knitted stocking cap from Peru.

Eunny is wearing the Mermaid Shrug designed by Kristin Omdahl for the Spring 2012 issue of Interweave Crochet magazine.

Accessorize Me!

On this episode's Accessorize Me! segment, Eunny joins knitwear designer and author Kristen Tendyke with a design from her book Finish Free Knits. The Hope pullover has a unique I-cord element and Kristen will demonstrate how to easily add this to the capped-sleeve pullover or your own design. Knit along with Kristen and download the free pattern for the Hope Top now.

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Yarn Spotlight:

Eunny and Clara Parkes surround themselves with luxury on this episode's Yarn Spotlight. Featured is Halcyon yarn's Gemstone Silk Boucle, a beautiful 100% silk yarn that has sheen and luster. Clara and Eunny will discuss silk's characteristics and best uses. Also featured on this yarn spotlight is Windy Valley Muskox's Majestic Blend yarn, made from the soft underbelly coat of the muskox (Qiviut) this fiber is quite delightful for luxurious knitting when blended here with silk and merino. Also seen is Tahki Stacy Charles' Superior yarn (light green).

Sponsored by Halcyon Yarn and Windy Valley Muskox.

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Quick Tip:

Lastly, Eunny demonstrates a fun technique referred to as purling backwards.

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Scrunch It! Knit Ruches and Welts on Knitting Daily TV Episode 907

Knitting Daily TV — Tue, 09 Oct 2012 17:55:00 GMT

Scrunch It! Join host of Knitting Daily TV Eunny Jang for another great episode of knitting techniques, patterns, and more. On episode 907, you'll dive into horizontal and vertical ruching and welting techniques to add interest and texture to your knitwear. Plus, you'll learn a cast-on method for an easy-to-knit hat and all the know-how you need about camelid yarns.

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Getting Started:

First up is Eunny's lesson on horizontal ruching and welting knitting techniques on this episode's Getting Started segment. These easy-to-add knitting elements will add fun details, texture, and depth to your knitwear.

Eunny is wearing the Briar Rose Tunic by Elisabeth Parker, from the Winter 2011 issue of Interweave Knits magazine.

Accessorize Me!

Eunny meets up with Kristin Omdahl on this episode's Accessorize Me! segment to demonstrate the invisible cast-on for the Amstel hat, a cute beret that is knit from the top down. Download your Amstel hat pattern and knit along with Kristin and Eunny. This hat is pictured here knit in Kelbourne Woolen's Road to China yarn, a camelid yarn that you'll learn more about in the following segment, Yarn Spotlight.

Yarn Spotlight:

On this episode's yarn spotlight Eunny Jang and Clara Parkes go into the Knitting Lab to discuss camelid blends. What is a camelid yarn and what are the best uses for these fibers? Featured on this episode is Kelbourne Woolen's Road to China yarn. This 3-ply strong, soft, shiny, and drapey yarn has a lot of body. It lends itself well to comfy, cozy projects. Also seen on this yarn spotlight is Grignasco's Tikal baby alpaca yarn (pink).

Sponsored by Kelbourne Woolens.

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Quick Tip:

Eunny finishes this show with a quick tip for vertical ruching with slipped stitches. Seen here is the Seashell Skirt by Kristin Omdahl, featured in the Spring 2012 issue of Interweave Knits magazine. This skirt uses vertical ruching to create a ruffled hem.

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Twist and Shout with Knitting Daily TV Episode 906

Knitting Daily TV — Wed, 03 Oct 2012 12:36:00 GMT

We're throwing a dance party of this episode of Knitting Daily TV with fun fashions, yarns, and more. Join host Eunny Jang and experts Clara Parkes and Shay Pendray for faux fur, cables on a curve, a look at novelty yarns, and much more.

Getting Started:

Eunny begins this episode with a short-row, cable method used to knit the fun River Slippers, a design by Kyoko Nakayoshi from the Winter 2011 issue of Interweave Knits. With this method, you're cabling on the curve to make the continuous cable around the toe of the slippers. These girly slippers are easier to knit than they appear and make great gifts for a special girl or women in your family.

Eunny is wearing the Beulah Cardigan by Mercedes Tarasovich-Clark, featured in the Spring 2012 special issue of Knitscene magazine.

Accessorize Me!

Shay Pendray, Laura Bryant, and Barry Klein bring fun accessory projects to this episode that are made of faux fur! That's right, no animals were harmed in the process of making these fun, soft, luxurious designs. Download the Foxy Lush Cowl, the design that Laura is wearing in this episode, and try your hand at knitting with this great "furry" yarn.

Sponsored by Prism Arts, Inc. and Trendsetter Yarns.

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Yarn Spotlight:

Clara and Eunny have sparkly, fun yarns to share on this episode's Yarn Spotlight. Whether you're ready to knit an entire garment in beaded yarns, or just add some novelty yarn to a small element of your knitwear, you'll agree these yarns are fun, funky, and great additions to your yarn stash. Featured on this Yarn Spotlight is Mango Moon's Chakra yarn, which is a yarn embellished with beads. Clara shows what these yarn looks like knit up and combined with non-embellished yarns for a variety of unique variations. Also seen on this episode is Prism Art's Galazy ribbon yarn, Trendsetters' Luna, and Knit Collage's Pixie Dust yarn.

Sponsored by Mango Moon.

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Quick Tip:

Eunny finishes up this episode with something she calls the "Big Twist", a knitting techniques used in the Big Twist Legwarmers seen here. These legwarmers are designed by Erica Patberg for the Spring 2012 special issue of Knit.wear magazine.

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Details and More Details, Knitting Daily TV Episode 905

Knitting Daily TV — Mon, 24 Sep 2012 14:29:00 GMT

Become detail-orientated on episode 905 of Knitting Daily TV. With editor of Interweave Knits magazine and host Eunny Jang, dive into easy-to-knit details that make all the difference in your knitwear. Plus, explore alpaca and yak yarns, knit a comfy-cozy trio, and more.

Getting Started:

Eunny begins this episode with simple design techniques that create a big impact. She demonstrates double increases and decreases that can shape your garment and add a touch of detail to hide your shaping. Shown here is the Cobble Hill Pullover from the Spring 2012 issue of Interweave Knits magazine. This pullover can be worn a variety of ways, featuring both a wide v-neck and slouchy shawl collar and reversible seaming, this pullover can be worn upside down and even inside out!

In this episode, Eunny is wearing the Seberg Sweater designed by Mercedes Tarasovich-Clark for Knitscene Spring 2012 issue.

Accessorize Me!

Eunny joins up with expert Shay Pendray on this episode's Accessorize Me! segment to share a unisex trio of hat, scarf, and vest made with Alpaca yarn. This trio comes from The Alpaca Fiber Cooperative of North America (AFCNA) which celebrates mostly family-owned small alpaca farms throughout North America. The durable, soft alpaca yarns are considered hypo-allergenic since they don't contain lanolin and aren't chemically treated during processing. Alpaca, a sustainable and earth-friendly natural fiber, is light-weight and warm for cooler weather. Download the Drop Stitch hat, scarf, and vest pattern and knit along with Eunny.

Sponsored by the Alpaca Fiber Cooperative of North America (AFCNA).Visit the America's Alpaca store for the yarns seen in this segment.

Watch this entire segment and knit along with Eunny to create the stunning alpaca trio!
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Yarn Spotlight:

Eunny and Clara dive into unique yarn blends on this episode's Yarn Spotlight. What do you get when you cross a yak with bamboo?! You get Bijou Basin's Lhasa Wilderness yarn, a blend of yak fiber and bamboo that creates a soft fiber with luster. Both soft and easy to knit with, this yarn has wonderful strength and good drape for a variety of projects. Also shown on this episode are Lorna Lace's pearl yarn (dark blue) and Classic Elite's Bamboo (light blue).
Sponsored by Bijou Basin Ranch.

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Quick Tip:

Eunny wraps up with episode on details with a method for attaching I-cord to a knitted edge. Seen here is the Peplum and Pleat Jacket from the Winter 2011 issue of Interweave Knits magazine. This jacket has I-cord edging on the collar and sleeves for a small detail that creates elegant finishing.

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Happy Mistakes! Learn to purposely drop your stitches on Knitting Daily TV Episode 904.

Knitting Daily TV — Thu, 20 Sep 2012 12:46:00 GMT

We've all mistakenly dropped a stitch or two while knitting, and we've probably all had a minor meltdown when we've realized. But have you ever purposely dropped a stitch? On episode 904 of Knitting Daily TV join Eunny Jang, Clara Parkes, and Shay Pendray to learn how to intentionally drop your stitches for one-of-a-kind knitwear.

Getting Started:

Host Eunny Jang begins this episode with a tutorial on intentionally dropped stitches, a design element that can create unique openwork in your knitwear. Eunny will also explain what yarns are most useful for dropped stitch techniques.

Shown on this episode is the Evolvere Shawl from Interweave Knits Spring 2012, a classic shawl with a dropped stitch edging. Also, Eunny is wearing the Breezeway Cardigan by Amy Gunderson, featured in the Summer 2012 issue of Knitscene magazine.

Accessorize Me!

Shay Pendray joins up with favorite guests Laura Bryant and Barry Klein on this episode to talk more about dropped stitch designs. Practice your skills with the free scarf Laura is wearing on this episode. Download the Tencel Dropped Stitch Scarf.
Sponsored by Prism Arts, Inc. and Trendsetter Yarns.

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Yarn Spotlight:

The newest feature of Knitting Daily TV, the Yarn Spotlight, has Eunny and yarn expert Clara Parkes talking about chained or constructed yarns. Featured here is Sifa Silver Cotton by Figgi Yarns, a chained cotton yarn that also includes silver elements. This yarn contains 5-10% silver, which is anti-bacterial and has therapeutic qualities. The silver filament is injected into the yarn, but surprisingly does not make this yarn "blingy" in the least. Also shown on this episode is Tahki Stacy Charles' Melody yarn (multi-colored purple and blue) and Trendsetter's chained yarns (multi-colored thick yarn and ivory yarn).

Sponsored by Knit Outta the Box.

Quick Tip:

Eunny finishes up this episode with a quick tip for another dropped stitch technique, the wrapped drop stitch. Seen here is the Ironwork Shawl by Tara Miller, from the Spring 2012 issue of Interweave Knits magazine.

We hope you'll tune in to Knitting Daily TV Episode 904 all about dropped stitches. As always, for more tips, techniques, and free patterns from Knitting Daily TV, visit KnittingDailyTV.com.

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Reversibility Counts - Knitting Daily TV Episode 903

Knitting Daily TV — Tue, 04 Sep 2012 11:47:00 GMT

Reversibility knits and crochet give you various options for your wardrobe. Some sweaters or shawls are completely reversible, while others may have cuffs and collars that offer you the option of turning them up or down for a variety of different looks. On this episode of Knitting Daily TV, host Eunny Jang and experts Shay Pendray and Clara Parkes explore the reversible.

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Getting Started:
Eunny begins this episode with examples and demonstrations of reversible fabrics. Just because something is reversible, doesn't mean its exactly the same on both sides. This reversibility is displayed with the Chincoteague Jacket by Lisa Jacobs from the Spring 2012 issue of Interweave Knits magazine (seen at right). By making this jacket with reversible stitches and with different buttons on each side, this jacket gives the wearer two different options.

Eunny also demonstrates reversible stitches and shows the viewer how to pick up stitches invisibly, so you can make anything reversible with the right stitch pattern and this invisible techniques for picking up stitches.

Eunny is wearing the Peony Cardigan by Cecily Glowik MacDonald, featured in the Spring 2012 issue of Interweave Knits magazine.

Accessorize Me!
On this episode's Accessorize Me! segment, Eunny joins crochet expert Kristin Omdahl with a reversible crocheted mobius design that is made of strips of crocheted fabric. This Pompeii Mobius design is from Kristin's book The Finer Edge and will be available as a free download on KnittingDailyTV.com in late September 2012. Thank you for your patience.

For more detailed information about the Pompeii Mobius, purchase the entire season of Knitting Daily TV 900 on DVD or as a digital download and get a free bonus segment with Kristin that dives more in-depth into this mobius and crochet design elements.

Yarn Spotlight:
Eunny and Clara team up once again to discuss locally spun fibers and yarns, something that may be important to you in your quest for supporting local North American companies. On this Yarn Spotlight Clara discusses Buffalo Wool Company's Earth yarn, a yarn completely made in North America from Bison down and nylon. Clara will discuss why this tough animal makes deliciously soft yarn as well as the best uses for bison yarn. Also featured on this segment is Louet's Eastport Alpaca.
Sponsored by Buffalo Wool Company.

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Quick Tip:
Lastly on episode 903 Eunny teaches viewers how to make an invisible seam so your reversible fabrics can stay that way.

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13 Free Knit and Crochet Patterns from the new season of Knitting Daily TV!

Knitting Daily TV — Tue, 28 Aug 2012 15:21:00 GMT

Knitters and crocheters rejoice! The new season of Knitting Daily TV is underway and airing on local Public Television stations nationwide. Join host Eunny Jang, editor of Interweave Knits magazine, and co-hosts Clara Parkes, Kristin Omdahl, and Shay Pendray for how-to knitting and crochet techniques, quick tips, yarn spotlights, and more.

Knitting Daily TV also offers a variety of projects, from basic to intermediate for beginning knitters and crocheters. If you watch the show, you'll see step-by-step demonstrations to help you get started on these projects. From hats to scarves, vests, and even crocheted jewelry, Series 900 has a fun, one-of-a-kind project each episode.

You can now access patterns from the new series with this easy-to-download eBook containing 13 of the knitting and crochet projects seen on the show. Inside you'll find patterns for hats, vests, scarves, socks, and more. You can knit and crochet along with Eunny and the gang, and improve your techniques with great projects for all seasons.

If you want your passion for knitting to be more fun and rewarding, and your wardrobe full of cute accessories such as hats, vests, scarves, and more, download your free eBook of 13 Knit and Crochet Patterns as seen on Knitting Daily TV Series 900 today.

Here's a list of the projects in this free eBook:

Chevron Market Bag designed by Kristen TenDyke
This fun knitted accessory combines a study seed stitch with a chevron knitted design, perfect for picking up some things at the market or toting your beach accessories.

Birch Vest by Kristin Omdahl
Knitting Daily TV's own crochet expert Kristin Omdahl's Birch Vest design combines a fun crochet motif with unique shaping for a vest for all seasons.

Rendezvous Mitered Garter Stitch Scarf by Barry Klein
Learn to knit mitered corners with this fun scarf design that combines geometric elements with a fun, novelty yarn for an eye-catching knitted accessory for all skill levels.

Albus Argyle Socks by Anne Berk
Master intarsia knitting in the round with this classic argyle knit sock pattern from Anne Berk's knitting workshop Intarsia InDepth. This unisex sock knitting pattern will never go out of style.

Cleopatra Crochet Wire Cuff by Kristin Omdahl
Crochet with wire and make crochet jewelry that stuns! Kristin demonstrates this technique on Knitting Daily TV Series 900 for this simple crocheted accessory that produces striking results.

Amstel Hat by Courtney Kelley
Knit from the top down, this knitted accessory has an invisible cast-on and chevron knitting pattern for a one-of-a-kind knitted hat that is cozy and warm for cooler weather.

Lush Cowl by Laura Bryant
Try your hand at knitting with faux fur and knit this fun accessory that can be worn as a cowl, capelet, or scarf. With subtle shaping, this knitted accessory will turn heads and fit like a dream

Drop-Stitch Vest by Kathy Zimmerman (shown at left)
Designed for the Alpaca Fiber Company of North America, this lofty knitted, drop-stitched vest is the ultimate accessory combining a light-weight but warm alpaca yarn into a classic, textured knitted vest.

Drop Stich Hat and Scarf by Kathy Zimmerman
These two knitted accessories can be worn together or separate. With thermal properties and the unique, textural drop-stitch, this alpaca duo has luxury combined with great stitch definition.

Tencel Dropped Stitch Scarf by Laura Bryant (shown at right)
Drop your knitted stitches intentionally for a fun, simple knitted scarf pattern with great style. For knitters of all skill levels, this scarf is completely knit using the knitted garter stitch.

Cables and Lace Broomstick Hat by Kristin Omdahl
Combine crocheted lace and crocheted cables in this lightweight, crocheted hat. The body of this hat is worked in broomstick lace, a unique crochet technique that celebrates openwork but still has substance for warmth.

Cabled Globe Ornament by Eunny Jang
Practice knitting cables with this fun ornament designed by the host of Knitting Daily TV, Eunny Jang. Give this fun ornament as a gift or decorate your own home with knitted décor.

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Knitting Daily TV is the Public Television show that introduces you to fiber experts, and one-of-a-kind designers who use the latest yarns, techniques, and more! Join us every week as we cover a variety of needle crafts—from knitting and crochet to stitching, felting, spinning, and weaving—and guide viewers in learning to make fun yet stylish knitwear patterns and projects. Download free patterns, meet trendsetting knit and crochet designers, and improve or learn new skills and techniques. With co-hosts—knitting expert Eunny Jang, designer Kristin Omdahl, yarn expert Clara Parkes, and America's favorite stitcher Shay Pendray—you'll want to make time for yarn every day.

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An In-Depth Look at Short Rows, Knitting Daily TV Episode 902

Knitting Daily TV — Tue, 21 Aug 2012 16:10:00 GMT

Get Shorty! On episode 902 of Knitting Daily TV, host Eunny Jang dives into tips and techniques for short-row knitting. Learn four ways to wrap your short rows for clean lines, and learn how to incorporate short-row knitting into your work for cleaner finishing and style. Plus, visit with Shay Pendray and Kristin Omdahl as they crochet an all-seasons hat using broomstick lace and cables. Also on this episode, join Clara Parkes and Eunny in the Knitting Lab with a yarn spotlight on washable wools.

Preview Knitting Daily TV Episode 902:

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Episode 902 - Short Rows

Getting Started:
On episode 902's Getting Started segment, Eunny demonstrates unique ways to wrap your short rows. The blue cardigan sweater featured on this episode is the Cutaway Coat by Sandi Rosner, from the the knit.wear 2011 special issue magazine.This cardigan uses short-row knitting not only for fit but also for style along the bottom hem.

Accessorize Me!
On this episode's Accessorize Me! segment, crochet expert Kristin Omdahl joins up with Shay Pendray to demonstrate the Cables and Lace Broomstick crocheted hat, a fun accessory for any weather. Download the Cables and Lace Broomstick Hat pattern, from Kristin's book Crochet So Fine and crochet along with Knitting Daily TV.

Yarn Spotlight!
Eunny and Clara meet up again on this episode's Yarn Spotlight to talk about washable wools. What makes a yarn washable, and what are the best uses for these fibers? Featured on this Yarn Spotlight is The Loopy Ewe's Solid Series, and also shown are Brown Sheep's Lambspride Superwash (orange) and Tahki Stacy Charles' Zara Plus yarn (red).

Thank you to our Yarn Spotlight sponsor, The Loopy Ewe.

Quick Tip:
Finally, Eunny wraps up this episode with a quick tip on changing stepped bind-offs into short-row knitting. She demonstrates an example of when this is useful, such as for the shoulders of a sweater. Incorporating short rows into this design will lend to a smoother line and make seaming the shoulders of this sweater both easier and cleaner.

The cabled tank shown in this Quick Tip segment is the Reticulated Pullover by Mathew Gnagy featured in Interweave Knits Spring 2012.

We hope you'll tune in to Knitting Daily TV, now airing on Public Television stations nationwide. Click here to find the PBS station nearest you airing the program. (You can enter your zip code or click "view all schedules/get listings" to see all the cities that air the show and when.)

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Always Classic! Tune in to Knitting Daily TV's new season now airing on Public Television

Knitting Daily TV — Mon, 13 Aug 2012 18:17:00 GMT

We are thrilled to announce the latest season of Knitting Daily TV is now airing on Public Television stations nationwide. With the first episode of series 900, editor of Interweave Knits magazine and host Eunny Jang welcomes back experts Kristin Omdahl and Shay Pendray for another fiber-filled look at classic designs.

Watch a preview of this season as well as the first episode entitled Always Classic:
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Take a closer look at this episode:

Getting Started:
Eunny demonstrates two methods for fixing mis-crossed cables on this episode's Getting Started segment. Even when you're paying close attention, all knitters have been faced with this problem or something similar when cabling. The good news is, this common knitting mistake can easily be fixed without having to rip back your entire knitted project and Eunny shows you how.

Eunny is wearing the Manteo Cardigan by Lisa Hoffman, from Interweave Knits Spring 2012 magazine.
Shown here on the mannequin is the Livingstone Cardigan by Amy Miller, from the Winter 2011 issue of Interweave Knits magazine.

Accessorize Me!
Introducing the Accessorize Me! segment, this portion of the show is designed to bring viewers easy and interesting knit and crochet accessory patterns that showcase unique techniques that Eunny and visiting guests demonstrate. All the Accessorize Me! patterns will be available for download at KnittingDailyTV.com by September 2012.

On this episode's Accessorize Me! segment, Eunny joins Shay Pendray to demonstrate the Cabled Globe Ornament full of cable techniques. This cute ornament is a great gift around the holidays as well as a fun, small project that can perfect your cable knitting. Download the Cabled Globe Ornament and knit along with Eunny.

Yarn Spotlight:
Eunny joins yarn expert Clara Parkes on another new segment to Knitting Daily TV called the Yarn Spotlight. Eunny and Clara will dive into yarn characteristics and yarn's best uses, as well as show examples of yarns available on the market today.

On episode 901's first-ever Yarn Spotlight, Eunny and Clara talk classic, 100% wool yarns. Focusing on The Yarn Company's Soulwool 100% merino yarn (multi-colored) and Halcyon Yarn's Botanica wool (orange), Clara and Eunny talk about wool's characteristics and when you'll want to use this classic wool when knitting. Also shown is Casecade Yarn's 220 (dark orange yarn).

Taking it one step further. . .
If you're interested in the Soulwool yarn seen on this episode, check out the Little One Raglan pattern on the KnittingDailyTV.com site. You can download this cute pattern for free, and it's a great way to show off the yarn's handpainted qualities.

Thank you to our sponsors! This first-ever yarn spotlight has been sponsored by The Yarn Company and Halcyon Yarn.

Quick Tip:
Eunny finishes up the first episode of Series 900 with a quick tip for reading cable charts. They can look daunting, but by following the key and breaking down each row of a cable chart, a cable project can be accomplished without worry.

For more tips, techniques, and free patterns from Knitting Daily TV, visit KnittingDailyTV.com.

We hope you tune in to the show and enjoy all the tips, techniques, and guest appearances on the new series of Knitting Daily TV. Plus, did you know you can purchase the entire Series 900 of Knitting Daily TV on a 4-Disc DVD Collection?! Click here to purchase DVDs and individual episodes of this season (available July 2012) or previous seasons of Knitting Daily TV.

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Win a Customized Canvas and Tote Bag from Beth Gantz Designs

Knitting Daily TV — Mon, 23 Apr 2012 14:37:00 GMT

In continuation of our 100th episode celebration, guest of Knitting Daily TV Series 800 Beth Gantz is back to share some more needlepoint trend info and a customized give-away! (Thanks, Beth! See below for details.) What's hot in the needlearts these days? And what can knitters and crocheters do to join in the stitching party? How can you use stitching to add a personal touch to your work or ready-mades and show off your creativity? Join guest blogger Beth Gantz as she shares more ideas on being a trendy needleartist!

Watch Beth on Knitting Daily TV Episode 801 as she joins Shay to discuss trends in the needlearts today:
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Embellishing your needlepoint is the latest in needlepoint trends. It's all about the bling! Having fun with threads, crystals, and charms translates to fun pieces that are also fun to stitch. Needlepoint is a great opportunity to get yourself get a little wild and show your glizty, glittery side. Shown on this episode are DMC Memory Thread, Kreinik's Hot Wire and metallic threads, sequin beads from The Collections, and overdyed threads from Weeks Dye Works.

Watch Beth on Knitting Daily TV Episode 809 as she meets up with Shay again to focus on trendy bags and totes from Beth Gantz Designs that incorporate the needlearts, so you can wear your work on your shoulder and show off your skills:
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The idea of taking needle point and applying it to the front of the tote has been another hugely successful trend. Whether you want to needlepoint your own design or use a canvas to create one, the tote bag is the ultimate way to make sure your work is seen. You can customize it to your wardrobe, add some spark to your summer beach bag, or even give a needlepoint bag or tote as a truly original handmade gift that friends and family will most certainly use.

The bags shown on this segment can be found at your local needlepoint store. Please visit www.tnna.org to find a store near you, or contact Beth at bethgantzdesigns@gmail.com.

Do you want to learn needlepoint?
Are you a seasoned needlepointer looking for a fun new canvas to work on?

Enter to win one of Beth's newest designs: the Lime Pink Black Striped Dot initial design on 14 mesh canvas. This fun monogram (pictured above right) can be customized for the winner in any letter you'd like. Or, if you'd prefer, you can also choose the Pink Aqua Lime Flower (pictured left). These stitching canvas chooses are great for spring and summer.

Beth is also including a tote bag with the canvas for one lucky winner! So, you can stitch your initial or flower and then add it to a fun tote bag to show off your work!

Simply comment on this blog post and you're automatically entered to win the canvas and tote from Beth Gantz Designs. Tell us about your needlework - have you stitch before? What trends do you see in your needlearts world? Have you ever stitched with metallic threads? Embellished your needlework? We want to know! We'll randomly select one winner at noon Central Time on Monday, April 30th, and contact the winner directly for your canvas choice--either the initial canvas or flower option.

And be sure to watch Beth on this season of Knitting Daily TV Series 800, now airing on Public Television nationwide. Or, get the entire Series 800 of Knitting Daily TV on a 4-Disc DVD Collection! Click here to purchase DVDs and individual episodes of this season or previous seasons of Knitting Daily TV.

Click here to find the PBS station nearest you airing the program. (You can enter your zip code or click "view all schedules/get listings" to see all the cities that air the show and when.)

Knitting Daily TV is airing on PBS stations nationwide and new markets are being added to the schedule all the time. Each individual public television station chooses when and if to air the program. If it is not airing in your local market, please call, write, or email and let them that know you are a viewer of the station and would like to see Knitting Daily TV. You can help bring Knitting Daily TV to your local PBS Station. Thank you!

This blog post has been sponsored by Beth Gantz Designs and The National Needleart Association (TNNA).