Knitting Daily TV

How to Knit a Hat with Yak Fibers, from Knitting Daily TV Episode 810

AnnieB — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 19:46:57 GMT

How-To:
Fiber expert Deborah Robson is back to share her knowledge of yak fiber, a fun yarn that is great for showing off stitches and surprisingly comes in many bright colors. On Knitting Daily TV Episode 810's How-To segment, Eunny demonstrates a cabled brim of a unisex hat using this fiber. Download your free pattern for the Entwined Cabled Hat. The yarn seen on this episode is from Bijou Basin Ranch, visit their website for more information.
Sponsored by Bijou Basin Ranch.

Roositud Knitting with Courtney Kelley and Kate Gagnon Osborn, from Knitting Daily TV Episode 802

AnnieB — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 14:33:31 GMT

How-To:
On Knitting Daily TV episode 802's How-To segment, Eunny joins authors and knitwear designers Courtney Kelley and Kate Gagnon Osborn. Surrounded by fun colorwork, Kate and Courtney demonstrate the Estonian technique of Roositud knitting, which is incorporating fun colorwork inlays into your knitwear designs. The hat demonstrated on this episode is from their book Vintage Modern Knits.

Download the Norquin Beret pattern seen on this episode, originally from Interweave Knits Weekend 2011 special issue. For the yarn and more patterns from Courtney and Kate seen in this episode, visit Kelbourne Woolens.

Knit the Silver Lining Hat, from Knitting Daily TV Episode 802, Sponsored by WEBS

AnnieB — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 14:40:48 GMT

Getting Started:
Eunny starts Knitting Daily TV episode 802 off with a great pattern for lightweight yarn, the Silver Lining Hat. This pattern requires minimal finishing and is a fun, easy-to-knit hat that can be knit in a variety of colorways. Plus, it's completely reversible! Download the free pattern for the Silver Lining Hat, and visit WEBS, America's Yarn Store for the yarn used in this episode.
Sponsored by WEBS, America's Yarn Store.

Eunny Jang's Quick Tips for Fringe, from Knitting Daily TV Episode 810

AnnieB — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 17:42:46 GMT

Learn three ways to finish your handknits off with fringe!

Quick Tip:
Eunny wraps up episode 810 with quick tips for fringe, a fun way to add movement to your work. Download more tips like this with your free eBook of 40 Tips and Techniques for Knitters of All Levels.
Sponsored by Interweave.

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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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Fiber Know-How with Deborah Robson, from Knitting Daily TV Episode 804

AnnieB — Sun, 29 Jan 2012 13:26:12 GMT

How-To:
Fiber expert Deb Robson joins Eunny on Knitting Daily TV episode 804's How-To segment to talk fiber care. She explains the ins-and-outs of properly caring for your fiber before you even knit a stitch. You can clean your fiber right off the sheep without damaging the fiber, and you can keep your handknits looking fresh. Unicorn Fibre is a great source for fiber washes and scours, a source that Deb trusts with her fiber.

For more information on Unicorn Fibre, please visit their website.
Sponsored by Unicorn Fibre.

Knitting Daily TV Episode 806's Getting Started, Knitting with Pencil Roving

AnnieB — Fri, 27 Jan 2012 20:25:44 GMT

Getting Started:
Eunny Jang begins Knitting Daily TV episode 806 with a tutorial on pencil rovings, a fiber material that is "in between the fleece and yarn" stages. With pencil rovings you can create great projects, and Eunny shows you how. Get more tips from Eunny and guests of Knitting Daily TV with your free eBook of 40 Tips and Techniques for Knitters of All Skill Levels.
Sponsored by Interweave.

Avoid Yarn Pilling, Knitting Daily TV Episode 806's How-To, Sponsored by Unicorn Fibre

AnnieB — Fri, 27 Jan 2012 13:41:29 GMT

How-To:
On Knitting Daily TV Episode 806's How-To segment, Eunny welcomes back Deborah Robson to talk pilly yarns. Deborah gives her tips for reducing the amount of pill on your handknits with pill prevention.
Sponsored by Unicorn Fibre.

Knitting Daily TV Episode 809's Crochet Corner, Nylon Purses with a Crocheted Handle

AnnieB — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 14:47:48 GMT

Crochet Corner:
Kristin and Eunny join up on Knitting Daily TV episode 809's Crochet Corner segment to show off some fun purses and satchels made out of nylon, a thin material perfect for crocheting (and knitting!) purses. Kristin demonstrates a fun crocheted chain handle that can be added to any bag that is stable enough to withstand great use and adds a unique finishing touch to any carry-all. Download the free patterns for the knitted Autumn bag and the crocheted Cosmopolitan bag seen in this episode. The thread used in this segment is from Omega, which can be purchased online at the Creative Yarn Source.
Sponsored by Omega Distribudora de Hilos, S.A. de C.V.

Preview Knitting Daily TV Episode 813, Quite Effective

AnnieB — Thu, 22 Dec 2011 16:26:04 GMT

Get more bang for your knitting buck with effective ways to add easy details to your work. On this episode, host Eunny Jang begins with a tutorial on reading grafting charts and a quick demo on grafting.

Next, she joins author and designer Connie Chang Chinchio for a pullover pattern that incorporates textured stitches for a little pizzazz.

On Crochet Corner, crochet expert Kristin Omdahl finishes her crocheting with fine yarn segments with tips and techniques for caring and cleaning vintage and fine crochet pieces.

Finally, on Quick Tips, Eunny is back with ideas for "after though openings."

Get the entire Series 800 of Knitting Daily TV on a 4-Disc DVD Collection! Click here to purchase DVDs and individual episode downloads of this season or previous seasons of Knitting Daily TV.
(Series 800 of Knitting Daily TV will be available January 2012)

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Preview Knitting Daily TV Episode 812, Get Shorty

AnnieB — Thu, 22 Dec 2011 15:06:29 GMT

On this episode of KDTV, host Eunny Jang and expert Kristin Omdahl explore short row knitting, newborn crochet projects, and more.

On Getting Started, Eunny demonstrates short row knitting, a technique that's great for shaping in knitwear.

Then, she joins favorite guests Laura Bryant and Barry Klein to explore other projects using short rows, such as a fun spiral scarf.
On Crochet Corner, Kristin continues her segments on crocheting with fine yarns and threads and shows off some great projects for babies and newborns.

And finally, Eunny wraps up this episode with a quick tip for a purl ridge.

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Preview Knitting Daily TV Episode 811, Go Global

AnnieB — Wed, 21 Dec 2011 13:34:15 GMT

On this episode, armchair travel with host Eunny Jang and experts Shay Pendray and Kristin Omdahl. Begin with a Latvian braid technique that adds pop to your knitwear and makes people ask, "how'd you do that?"

Next, travel with Shay to Portugal and visit with designer Andrea Wong as she demonstrates 2-color Portuguese knitting techniques for a fun hat pattern.

Next, on Crochet Corner, Kristin dives into Tunisian lace, a crochet technique that is excellent for fine yarns and threads.

Last, on Quick Tips, Eunny demonstrations thrummed knitting, a technique that adds a layer of fluff to your knitwear for warmth and a fun effect.

Find out more about this episode, Knitting Daily TV, and free patterns seen on the show at KnittingDailyTV.com.

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Preview Knitting Daily TV Episode 810, Yakkety Yak

AnnieB — Tue, 20 Dec 2011 21:12:44 GMT

On this episode, host Eunny Jang and expert Kristin Omdahl explore specialty fibers, such as yak yarn. These specialty fibers are great ways to show off your stitches, and on Getting Started Eunny dives into ways to maintain specialty fibers in order to show them in their best light. She talks caught strands and caught floats.

Then, Eunny joins fiber expert Deborah Robson to yakkety yak, talk about yak fibers. She demos a great cabled hat pattern that shows off the bright colors of Bijou Basin's dyed yak yarn.

On Crochet Corner, Kristin gives a filet crochet tutorial, a great use of fine crochet yarns and threads.

Finally, Eunny wraps up this episode with knitted fringe, a finishing technique that is on trend right now.

Learn more about KDTV and download free patterns seen on the show at KnittingDailyTV.com.

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Preview Knitting Daily TV Episode 809, Carry-All

AnnieB — Tue, 20 Dec 2011 17:55:17 GMT

On this episode of KDTV, host Eunny Jang and experts Shay Pendray and Kristin Omdahl explore purses, bags, totes, and more--the carry-all.

On Getting Started, Eunny demos a quick clutch to knit with i-cord basics.

On this episode's How To segment, Beth Gantz joins Shay to show some great needlework trends that you can add to any tote for a fun embellishment.

Then, on Crochet Corner, Eunny and Kristin join up to show a great crocheted bag handle made out of nylon thread that will stand up to great use and add a finishing touch to either a knitted or crocheted bag.

Finally, on Quick Tip Eunny wraps up the show with a mitered square tip that's great for the corners of your knitted bag.

Learn more about KDTV and download free patterns seen on the show at KnittingDailyTV.com.

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Preview Knitting Daily TV Episode 808, A Touch of Whimsy

AnnieB — Tue, 20 Dec 2011 17:24:35 GMT

On this episode, host Eunny Jang and expert Kristin Omdahl explore whimsical knits and crochet.

On Getting Started, Eunny gives a primer on bias cable knitting, a technique that creates a great architectural element to your knitwear.

On this episode's How To segment, Eunny and Kristin talk drape, ruffles, and ruching for feminine details.

On Crochet Corner, Kristin continues with crocheting with fine yarns and threads and shows off some vintage, retro pot holders that have unique crochet elements.

Finally, on Quick Tips, add some beads to your knitwear with the beaded cast-on.

Find more info about this episode and download free patterns online at KnittingDailyTV.com.

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Preview Knitting Daily TV Episode 807, Texture It Is!

AnnieB — Mon, 19 Dec 2011 16:21:43 GMT

On this episode of Knitting Daily TV host Eunny Jang and experts Shay Pendray and Kristin Omdahl talk texture.

On Getting Started, Eunny dives into a tutorial on scrunch stitches, a great way to add texture and depth to your knitwear.

On this episode's How To segment, author and designer Connie Chang Chinchio joins Shay and demonstrates a tubular cast-on, as well as shows off her textural designs from her book Textured Stitches (Interweave).

On Crochet Corner, Kristin begins her segments on fine crochet, crocheting with fine threads and yarns for beautiful drape and elegant projects.

Finally, on Quick Tips Eunny is back with a quick lesson in knitted ruffles.

You can learn more about this episode and KDTV, as well as download free projects, online at KnittingDailyTV.com.

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