Episode 021: Christel Seyfarth and Loch Ness Knit Fest

Episode 115: Nylon: 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... by I Thought I Knew How: A Podcast about Knitting and Life

34 min listen

Episode 114: Unravel: Anne shares a travelog of her recent trip to Farnham, England, to attend the Unravel Festival. How was it? How do you get there? Should you get there? Plus, updates about a couple upcoming events, including news about this year's Shetland Hogmanay... by I Thought I Knew How: A Podcast about Knitting and Life

31 min listen

Episode 113: Steek: In this episode, Anne falls down a rabbit hole regarding the etymology of the word steek and how the use of the term in knitting has evolved through the years. Please note that the episode uses the words fagot and fagoting, which are crafting... by I Thought I Knew How: A Podcast about Knitting and Life

47 min listen

Episode 112: New Year, New Episode: Anne is back with a yarn and pattern review, some thoughts on what it takes to be successful with some common crafting resolutions, and a whole lot more! Links to Things Mentioned in the Episode , by Caitlin Murphy for 2024 Support the... by I Thought I Knew How: A Podcast about Knitting and Life

49 min listen

Episode 111: Back in the Saddle: In this episode, Anne shares a bit about Shetland Wool Week 2023, introduces Wovember 2023, and reviews Mosaic Knitting Workshop, by Ashleigh Wempe. Links to Things Mentioned in the Podcast Wovember 2023 Posting Prompts and Prizes can be... by I Thought I Knew How: A Podcast about Knitting and Life

43 min listen

Episode 110: Solveigh Lass-Evans: In this episode, Anne sits down with Solveigh Lass-Evans of Iolair Yarn and designer of the Sea Pink Top. Solveigh shares her fiber craft journey, including how a major loss sparked a new career as a hand dyer and designer. Please note that... by I Thought I Knew How: A Podcast about Knitting and Life

44 min listen

Episode 109: Fay Dashper-Hughes: In this episode, meet Fay Dashper-Hughes, designer of both knit and crochet patterns, host of The Crochet Circle Podcast, and owner of Provenance Craft Co. Fay designed the Dunnet Bay Hap from Issue 3 of The Journal of Scottish Yarns and shares her... by I Thought I Knew How: A Podcast about Knitting and Life

38 min listen

Episode 108: Jess of Ginger Twist Studio: In 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... by I Thought I Knew How: A Podcast about Knitting and Life

33 min listen

Episode 107: Ange Sewell: In this episode, Anne learns more about weaving with Ange Sewell, owner of Weft Blown and designer of the Magnolia Cowl in issue three of The Journal of Scottish Yarns. Links to Things Mentioned in the Episode Ange Sewell's website is and... by I Thought I Knew How: A Podcast about Knitting and Life

46 min listen

Episode 106: Fiber Travels in Normandy: In this episode, Anne shares the fibery goodness of her recent road trip in Normandy, including a visit to a fiber festival, the birthplace of Rambouillet sheep, and more! Links to Things Mentioned in This Episode (Maker of the linen/cotton... by I Thought I Knew How: A Podcast about Knitting and Life

58 min listen

Episode 105: Alison Mayne and Roni the Woolchemist: In this episode, Anne sits down with Alison Mayne and Roni the Woolchemist to hear about their fiber crafting journeys, including their recent collaboration in the creation of the Robach Shawl for issue three of The Journal of Scottish Yarns. ... by I Thought I Knew How: A Podcast about Knitting and Life

56 min listen

Episode 104: Samira Hill: In this episode, Anne speaks with Samira Hill, designer and teacher of knitting and crochet, as well as a professional pattern writer and tech editor. Samira is also one of the organizers of Tangled Galashiels, a new fiber festival in the Scottish... by I Thought I Knew How: A Podcast about Knitting and Life

63 min listen

Episode 103: Merrian Holland: In this episode, Anne sits down with crochet designer, Merrian Holland, who is a regular contributor to The Journal of Scottish Yarns. Merrian relates her experiences with fiber crafts, which began as a child in Germany and progressed along a path... by I Thought I Knew How: A Podcast about Knitting and Life

61 min listen

Episode 102: It's All Good: In this episode, Anne fills in listeners on some upcoming changes before sharing her experience knitting with wire in a class with Helen Robertson. Also, there is a review of Latta, a new American-grown and -milled nonsuperwash wool from Queen City... by I Thought I Knew How: A Podcast about Knitting and Life

34 min listen

Episode 101: Susan Anderson and the Journal of Scottish Yarns: In this episode, Anne has a chat with Susan Anderson, the editor of the Journal of Scottish Yarns, about her fiber background and the birth of the Journal. They cover some of the topics in past issues as well as issue three, which will provide the... by I Thought I Knew How: A Podcast about Knitting and Life

62 min listen

Shetland Hogmanay Box and Summer Make Along: I just had a few things to share with folks and wanted to make sure the people who aren't on social media heard about them before it was too late! Find the Shetland Hogmanay Box here: To join the Make Along with The Journal of Scottish... by I Thought I Knew How: A Podcast about Knitting and Life

10 min listen

Episode 100: Episode 100: In the 100th episode of the podcast, Anne shares the history of I Thought I Knew How, along with listener contributions and plans for the future of the show. Grab your knitting and celebratory mood and have a listen! Links to Things Mentioned in the... by I Thought I Knew How: A Podcast about Knitting and Life

41 min listen

Episode 099: Acrylic: In this episode, Anne adds to the fiber series by taking on acrylic and shares some strong opinions along the way. Links to Things Mentioned in the Episode and on Wikipedia Follow Anne on and join the . To join the mailing list, and... by I Thought I Knew How: A Podcast about Knitting and Life

34 min listen

Episode 098: Catching Up: In this episode, Anne shares the start of her spinning journey, reviews Knitted Word yarn, and has a few thoughts about embracing how you get your projects done. That, plus a few songs from Tom Goldstein. Links to Things Mentioned in the Episode ... by I Thought I Knew How: A Podcast about Knitting and Life

34 min listen

Episode 097: Heritage Crafts with Elizabeth Williamson: In this episode, Anne invited Elizabeth Williamson, Shetland Lace knitter and designer, back on the show to talk about preserving heritage crafts. How can it be done? Why should it be done? Elizabeth is a talented Shetland Lace knitter, so the... by I Thought I Knew How: A Podcast about Knitting and Life

57 min listen

Episode 096: Rosamund Black: In this episode, Anne visits the Museum of Welsh Textiles with its curator, Rosamund Black. Learn more about the Welsh National Costume, mill and hand weaving, and much, much more. Links to Things Mentioned in the Podcast at the new Be a Booster... by I Thought I Knew How: A Podcast about Knitting and Life

67 min listen

Episode 095: Elizabeth Johnston: In this episode, Anne sits down with Elizabeth Johnston of Shetland Handspun. Elizabeth was Shetland Wool Week patron in 2018 and is well known for her handspun yarns, as well as her designs featuring Fair Isle and Shetland lace. Links to Things... by I Thought I Knew How: A Podcast about Knitting and Life

76 min listen

Episode 094: A Fiber Walk Through Lerwick: In this episode, Anne takes a fiber-themed walk through Commercial Street in Lerwick and out to the far end of town. Have you been thinking of a visit to Shetland, or do you have a visit coming up? Get a sense of just how fiber-packed the main street... by I Thought I Knew How: A Podcast about Knitting and Life

53 min listen

Episode 093: ChatGPT Tries Knitting: In this episode, Anne introduces ChatGPT to knitting. How does artificial intelligence handle handicrafts? Can you rely on it for accurate information? Have a listen! Links to Things Mentioned in the Episode If you'd like to have your own... by I Thought I Knew How: A Podcast about Knitting and Life

34 min listen

Episode 092: Bind Off, Body Acceptance and Bohus: In this episode, Anne talks about her first finished object of 2023, the Sanderling Cardigan, has a talk about talking to herself, and offers a brief introduction to Bohus Stickning. Links to Things Mentioned in the Episode and Reference... by I Thought I Knew How: A Podcast about Knitting and Life

37 min listen

Episode 091: Alpaca: In this episode, Anne takes a deep dive into alpaca, and all the other South American camelid fibers! Links to Source Material and Things Mentioned in the Podcast Much of the episode was based on personal experience working with alpaca fiber yarns... by I Thought I Knew How: A Podcast about Knitting and Life

38 min listen

Episode 090: The Three Projects You Should Be Knitting: In this episode, Anne talks about the three projects you should be knitting right now, wraps up Wovember, and more! Links to Things Mentioned in this Episode Support the show at ! Find the Woolly Countdown Videos on the Sponsors There... by I Thought I Knew How: A Podcast about Knitting and Life

34 min listen

Episode 089: Behind the Curtain: Anne sits down with Jana of the Purl Together YouTube podcast to chat about some of the benefits and challenges associated with having a knitting podcast. Plus, info about the 2023 Makkin Our Way Through Shetland Tours, Wovember, and more! Links to... by I Thought I Knew How: A Podcast about Knitting and Life

75 min listen

Episode 088: The Fiber Festival of New England: Anne takes you along to the Fiber Festival of New England. Meet some of the vendors who where there and hear about their ingenious and interesting products. Plus, more on Wovember and an update on the state of wool in Austria from an Austrian... by I Thought I Knew How: A Podcast about Knitting and Life

41 min listen

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