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Cable Knitting lk2g-015 Twisted Stitches from Let's Knit2gether

letsknit2gether — Wed, 11 Aug 2010 17:49:32 GMT

Check out http://letsknit2gether.com/2007/05/19... for complete show notes with links!

In this episode of our Video Podcast, we cover Cable knitting techniques both with and without a cable needle

On the Set:

Metal Cable Needles
Inspired Cable Knits: 20 Creative Designs for Making Sweaters and Accessories by Fiona Ellis
Cashmere Collection by Debbie Bliss

Our Book Review:

Cables Untangled: An Exploration of Cable Knitting by Melissa Leapman

What am I wearing:

Colinette Shimmer 5 coat in marble colorwayfrom the Shimmer 5 Pattern book

9/11 Photos from Jonathan Corum, Steve McCurry, and *Hiro

… also thanks to Paolo Ciccone. We shot this episode using his TrueColor Version 3.0 camera settings.

Knitting with Wire - Metal Arts lk2g-25 Let's Knit2gether

letsknit2gether — Wed, 11 Aug 2010 17:43:43 GMT

Check out http://letsknit2gether.com/2008/04/18... for complete show notes with links!

In this episode of our video podcast we walk you through tips on knitting with wire and demonstrate knitting a bracelet from start to finish!

Book Review:

Twist and Loop: Dozens of Jewelry Designs to Knit and Crochet with Wire

What I am wearing:

Sparkling Elegance, necklace of gold wire and Swavorski Crystals designed by CAT

Eunny Jang Interview - lk2g-078 From Let's Knit2gether

letsknit2gether — Wed, 11 Aug 2010 15:34:25 GMT

Check out http://letsknit2gether.com/2010/07/31/lk2g-078-eunny-jang-interview/ for complete show notes with links!

In this latest episode of our web video series, we chat with Eunny Jang, editor of Interweave Knits Magazine.

Eunny talks with us about how she started knitting, blogging and how she became editor of Interweave Knits. She then walks us through the Fall 2010 issue of Interweave Knits and what other knitty things that are coming out of Interweave Press.

What's on the set:
* On mannequin: Breacan Swing Coat
* Rowan Wool Felted Slippers
* Christmas Stocking

What am I wearing:
* Interview: Lacy Baktus in Blue Heron Rayon Metallic
* In Chair: Mystic Light Shawl by Knit n Knag knitted with Alchemy Bamboo (color discontinued)

When you support our sponsor, you support the show:

http://Yarnmarket.com

At checkout, be sure to leave a message telling them that you’re a fan of Let’s Knit2gether and thank them for their support.

Making of Natural Gas Commercial

JaimeG — Wed, 24 Mar 2010 13:01:47 GMT

From YouTube.com via LovoFilms: "The story is simple, visualize the warmth of natural gas by wool. A month of preparation, 4 days and night shoot, with a professional crew of over 40 men, shot live and in stopmotion with 4 different cameras. A film of TBWA Brussels, directed by Olivier Babinet produced by Lovo Films."

Knitting in Commerical for Natural Gas

JaimeG — Wed, 24 Mar 2010 12:56:26 GMT

From YouTube.com via LovoFilms: "The idea of the film is simple. How to visualize the warmth of natural gas? By the use of the stop motion technic, we see how warmth spreads through the house as knitted wool. A film of TBWA Brussels, directed by Olivier Babinet produced by Lovo Films. Don't forget to check out the making of how we did it!"

Teva Durham Spring 2010 Pattern Collection

JaimeG — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 13:22:15 GMT

Interweave's e-pattern store is now selling Teva Durham's Spring 2010 Loop-d-Loop online e-pattern collection. Check out these 12 great new designs making their debut this season at: http://shop.knittingdaily.com/Knitting/Patterns/Loop-d-Loop-by-Teva-Durham.html

"The Making of the Jumper" from Pringle of Scotland

JaimeG — Wed, 03 Feb 2010 20:00:43 GMT

Pringle of Scotland has commissioned artist David Shrigley to create a humorous short animated film about life behind-the-scenes at Pringle to celebrate the brands return to Milan Fashion Week in 2010.

Knitting Flowers: Let's Knit2gether lk2g-054

letsknit2gether — Wed, 06 Jan 2010 14:54:03 GMT

In this latest episode of our video podcast, we demonstrate techniques for knitting flowers. From roses to lilies, flowers are a great project to knit and use of very little yarn so they can be a great stash buster!

Book Review:

Nicky Epstein’s Knitted Flowers

What’s on the set:

Knitted Rose in GGH Soft Kid Mohair
Icord Daisy in Dale of Norway Heilo
Calalily in Patons Clasic Wool
Bond Embellish Knit icord maker
Hand blown glass vase by NickedGlass

What I’m wearing:

Top down cardigan (my own design based on SpinCraft pattern) completed June 2007 knit from hand spun yarn spun from Miss Lime’s Springtime fiber from episode 12

For more details on the pattern go to http://letsknit2gether.com/2009/08/08/lk2g-054-knitting-flowers/

Entrelac: Let's Knit2gether lk2g-056

letsknit2gether — Wed, 06 Jan 2010 14:49:39 GMT

In this latest episode of our video podcast, we demonstrate how to do entrelac, a modular knitting technique.
Follow along with CAT as she demonstrates knitting entrelac with the Garterlac Dishcloth from Criminy Jickets.

Book Review:

The Essential Guide to Color Knitting Techniques

What’s on the set:

Market Squares bag made with Patons’ Wool. Completed Fall 200 5 from the book Bags: A Knitter’s Dozen (A Knitter’s Dozen series)
Garterlac Dishcloth by Criminy Jickets in Lily Sugar ‘n Cream

What am I wearing:

Shaped Triangle Shawl designed by Two Old Bags made with Cashmere/merino laceweight (discontinued) completed 2002 from the book A Gathering of Lace

Special Thanks to Dave of Criminy Jickets for the use of his Garterlac Pattern in this episode.

This episode is sponsored by:

Yarnmarket.com

When you support our sponsor, you support our show!

Machine Knitting: Let's Knit2gether: lk2g-060

letsknit2gether — Wed, 06 Jan 2010 14:33:21 GMT

In this episode of our video podcast we demonstrate machine knitting. You’ll learn about basic setup and stitches for using a knitting machine.

What’s on the set:

Brother KX-350 Home Knitter (no longer available)
Silver Reed LK-150 Knitting Machine
Bond Ultimate Sweater Machine

What am I wearing:

White Lies Design Easy Lace Jacket made with ggh Soft Kid. Finished Fall 2003.

For more info on machine knitting:

Hand-Manipulated Stitches for Machine Knitters by Susan Susan Guagliumi

This episode is sponsored by:

Yarnmarket.com

When you support our sponsor, you support our show!

Eeeek Steek! Let's Knit2gether lk2g-063

letsknit2gether — Wed, 06 Jan 2010 14:28:36 GMT

In this latest episode of our podcast we demonstrate steeking! Watch as we walk through crochet steeking and the cutting!

For more info on this technique, check out Eunny Jang’s Blog

What I am wearing:

Icelandic Lopi sweater Number 4 from Ístex Lopi No. 23 knitted in Lopi in colors B 0051 White, MC - 0008 Lt. Denim, C 0098 Cadet Blue, A 009 Med. Denim

What’s on the set:

My knitting is on display at the New City Library in New York State.

Our Knit-a-long can be found on the Let’sKnit2gether Ravelers group where we’re knitting squares for Afghans For Afghans

This episode is sponsored by:

Yarnmarket.com

When you support our sponsor, you support the show! At checkout, be sure to leave a message telling them that you’re a fan of Let’s Knit2gether and thank them for their support.

The Making of Yarn City

Knitting Daily TV — Mon, 12 Oct 2009 13:36:46 GMT

This video is even more incredible for yarn lovers to watch.

Yarn City by MusicID2

Knitting Daily TV — Mon, 12 Oct 2009 13:35:26 GMT

Stop motion Video made by http://thisisforreels.com. for http://musicid2.com

BBC report on Yarn Storming in London

JaimeG — Fri, 14 Aug 2009 12:38:15 GMT

London's Covent Garden get's cosy as four members of the Knit the City Yarn Corps take their stitching to the streets. http://www.knitthecity.com

Music Video with Knitting the Star

JaimeG — Tue, 30 Jun 2009 17:49:09 GMT

Another great music video starring knitting is Steriogram's "Walkie Talkie Man." CAPITOL (P) 2004 Capitol Records, Inc.. All rights reserved. This video was made in NYC by Michele Gondry. All the props are made from wool. The music video was nominated for four MTV music awards.