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Episode 064: Drizzle, Drizzle, Shine

Where to find us:

  • Kelly


Topics:  

PICKS OF THE WEEK:

What We are Wearing:

FO’s:

WIPs :

Events:

  • Join us on Friday, November 24, 2017 from 3:00-5:00pm in the store for a post-Thanksgiving craft gathering (there will be food!) as a Thank you from Must Love Yarn.
  • Small Business Saturday is November 25, 2017 - the store is open from 10:00am-5:00pm.  Join us in-store for some fun giveaways and sales!
  • Cyber Monday Anyone?  November 27, 2017 is Cyber Monday.  For our online shoppers use the Code SHIPFREE to enjoy FREE SHIPPING for any products ordered on November 27, 2017 in the online store.
  • YouTube Live Stream was a fantastic success!  You can still watch it, the archived version is up on the YouTube Channel and is available on iTunes.  

KALs:

  • Sock along - Starts November 1 - December 31.  Socks, Socks, Socks…….Show us your socks! Knit or crochet, must post 2 finished socks, slippers, shorty socks in the FO thread.  Christmas stockings are allowed and only having one will count.  Mini socks if they are made into a bunting (i.e. lots of them) will also count.

GIVEAWAY (Prize):

  •  2,000 Subscriber Giveaway!!!!!  Help us reach 2,000 subscribers on our YouTube Channel.  We are putting together “Taste of Vermont” prizes, including some Wing and A Prayer Farm “Boy Band” Skeins.
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November 10, 2017 by Angela Zaikowski
Tags: Community Contest events Giveaway KAL knit knitting Must Love Yarn podcast Store News Vermont yarn

Episode 063: Surprise Party In Your Couch

 

Where to find us:

  • Kelly

Topics:  

PICKS OF THE WEEK:

What We are Wearing:

FO’s:

WIPs :

Upcoming WIPs:

Events:

  • Classes are up!!!
  • YouTube Live Stream - Sunday, November 5, 2017 at 10:30am EST - come hang out and knit/crochet/spin/craft with us.

KALs:

  • Sock along - Starts November 1 - December 31.  Socks, Socks, Socks…….Show us your socks! Knit or crochet, must post 2 finished socks, slippers, shorty socks in the FO thread.  Christmas stockings are allowed and only having one will count.  Mini socks if they are made into a bunting (i.e. lots of them) will also count.

GIVEAWAY (Prize):

  • Enchanted Forest Pool Shawl by Jenn Sheelen - Has generously donated a copy of her pattern.  AND The Winner is…..watch the episode to find out!

NEW PRODUCTS IN STORE:

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November 03, 2017 by Angela Zaikowski
Tags: CAL classes Community crochet Giveaway KAL knit Must Love Yarn New Product New Yarn podcast Sheep Shelburne Vermont yarn

Episode 062: Needles Up, Indie Untangled, Rhinebeck and More

 

 

Where to find us:

  • Kelly

 

Topics:  

PICKS OF THE WEEK:

What We are Wearing:

FO’s:

WIPs :

Events:

  • Classes are up!!!

KALs:

  • Sock along - Starts November 1 - December 31.  Socks, Socks, Socks…….Show us your socks! Knit or crochet, must post 2 finished socks, slippers, shorty socks in the FO thread.  Christmas stockings are allowed and only having one will count.  Mini socks if they are made into a bunting (i.e. lots of them) will also count.

GIVEAWAY:

  • Enchanted Forest Pool Shawl by Jenn Sheelen - Has generously donated a copy of her pattern.  We are going to run a Ravelry giveaway for this pattern, head over to the Ravelry Group and look for the Thread Titled Enchanted Forest Giveaway

 

PRIZES!!!!!

  • Please Watch the episode to see if you are a winner of any of the prizes for the Cablealong.  If you are, please ping Kelly or Angela on Ravelry or send us an email [hello(at)mustloveyarn(dot)com].

NEW PRODUCTS IN STORE:

We Also Mention (Shout-Outs!!!): Whoa, the Needles Up, Indie Untangled, and Rhinebeck love was amazing!!!!  Thank you everyone who came up and introduced yourself to us and chatted with us.

 

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October 27, 2017 by Angela Zaikowski
Tags: CAL Contest crochet events Festivals Giveaway KAL kits knit knitting Local Must Love Yarn New Product New Yarn podcast Rhinebeck Shelburne Vermont yarn

Episode 060: Third Time's a Charm!

Where to find us:

  • Kelly

 

Topics:  

PICKS OF THE WEEK:

  • Kelly -  Lykke Needles
  • Angela - East Coaster Cozy made in Woolstok 50g Skeins (yes, again)
    • We also mention the Spicer Hat which takes just one 50g skein of Woolstok
  • If you purchase any of the items this week that are available from Must Love Yarn, receive 10% off with the Coupon Code we mention in the podcast!

What Are We Wearing?:

FOs:

 

WIPs:

Upcoming Projects:

Acquisitions:

  • Angela has been very, very good this week!!!

Events:

KALs:

  • Rhinebeck KAL/CAL - AKA the Rhinebeck Sweater - but who are we kidding, this is the chance to show off your knits, so this can be more than sweaters!  We are still working on the details, but here’s the general idea: The rule for this K/CAL is that you must use a pattern that incorporates cables.  KAL/CAL will start August 1, 2017 and runs until October 22, 2017.  WIPs are allowed.  If you use yarn purchased from the store you will receive extra entries for your finished object(s).  Extra entry points for posting pictures of yourself in your knit over the Rhinebeck weekend (October 21-22).  #mlyrhinebeckalong

GIVEAWAY:

  • Enchanted Forest Pool Shawl by Jenn Sheelen - Has generously donated a copy of her pattern.  We are going to run a Ravelry giveaway for this pattern, head over to the Ravelry Group and look for the Thread Titled Enchanted Forest Giveaway

NEW PRODUCTS IN STORE:

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October 13, 2017 by Angela Zaikowski
Tags: classes Community Contest events Festival Giveaway KAL kits knit knitting Local Must Love Yarn New Product New Yarn podcast Rhinebeck Shelburne Vermont yarn

Episode 057 - Luscious Llama

Where to find us:

  • Kelly

 

Topics:  

PICKS OF THE WEEK:

  • Kelly - Katia Infinity Shawl
  • Angela - Not a yarn pick this week, but a storage tub for all my ribbon/buttons.  Now I have them organized. (Sorry, item not available from Must Love Yarn)
  • If you purchase any of the items this week that are available from Must Love Yarn, receive 10% off with the Coupon Code we mention in the podcast!

What Are We Wearing?:

FOs:

WIPs:

Upcoming Projects:

 

Acquisitions:

  • Yarn to make the Road to Rhinebeck MKAL Shawl - DK weight yarn and a thank you to everyone who weighed in on Instragram.  And the color winner was….. Malabrigo in the Prussia Blue Colorway and Primrose Jasper DK in the Bay Bae Colorway
  • All kinds of swag from WEBS knitting retreat (Kelly)
  • Rowan Brushed Fleece in color 254 Tarn (Kelly)
  • Quince & Co. Finch Heathers in color 152 Kumlien’s Gull (Kelly)

Events:

KALs:

  • Rhinebeck KAL/CAL - AKA the Rhinebeck Sweater - but who are we kidding, this is the chance to show off your knits, so this can be more than sweaters!  We are still working on the details, but here’s the general idea: The rule for this K/CAL is that you must use a pattern that incorporates cables.  KAL/CAL will start August 1, 2017 and runs until October 22, 2017.  WIPs are allowed.  If you use yarn purchased from the store you will receive extra entries for your finished object(s).  Extra entry points for posting pictures of yourself in your knit over the Rhinebeck weekend (October 21-22).  #mlyrhinebeckalong

NEW PRODUCTS IN STORE:

Pattern Giveaway!

 

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September 22, 2017 by Angela Zaikowski
Tags: Contest Giveaway KAL kits knit knitting Must Love Yarn New Product New Yarn podcast Rhinebeck Shelburne Vermont yarn

Episode 056: Playtime!!

 

Where to find us:

  • Kelly

 

Topics:  

PICKS OF THE WEEK:

What Are We Wearing?:

FOs:

WIPs:

Upcoming Projects:

Acquisitions:

  • Angela fell down the pattern rabbit hole.  Lots of cool patterns on sale, won’t share quite yet since some will be picks of the week.
  • Angela - stitch markers/progress keepers from SugarTots on Etsy.  Great selection, fun animals, good prices.

Events:

  • When the “cats” are away, the “mice” will play…. September 14-16 Kelly is away, so watch for special flash sales when Angela and Jen man the ship!
  • Rhinebeck (October 21, 2017) - The bus is reserved!  Tickets available here!

KALs:

  • Rhinebeck KAL/CAL - AKA the Rhinebeck Sweater - but who are we kidding, this is the chance to show off your knits, so this can be more than sweaters!  We are still working on the details, but here’s the general idea: The rule for this K/CAL is that you must use a pattern that incorporates cables.  KAL/CAL will start August 1, 2017 and runs until October 22, 2017.  WIPs are allowed.  If you use yarn purchased from the store you will receive extra entries for your finished object(s).  Extra entry points for posting pictures of yourself in your knit over the Rhinebeck weekend (October 21-22).  #mlyrhinebeckalong

Pattern Giveaway!

Flat Iron Cowl by Larisa Demos

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September 15, 2017 by Angela Zaikowski
Tags: Community Contest events Festival Fiber Giveaway KAL knit knitting Must Love Yarn New Yarn podcast Rhinebeck Sheep Shelburne Vermont yarn

Episode 051: Keep Calm & Eat Bacon

Thursday August 3, 2017

 

Show Notes:

Where to find us:

  • Kelly

 

Topics:  

FOs:

 

WIPs:

Upcoming Projects:

Acquisitions:

Events:

  • Store-wide Moving Sale!  July 21 - August 6 - in store only.
  • Store is closed August 7th and 8th (MOVING DAYS), normal hours on August 9th
  • Grand Re-opening Celebration and Green Mountain Spinnery Trunk Show - August 19th
  • Rhinebeck (October 21, 2017) - The bus is reserved!  Tickets available here!

KALs:

  • Rhinebeck KAL/CAL - AKA the Rhinebeck Sweater - but who are we kidding, this is the chance to show off your knits, so this can be more than sweaters!  We are still working on the details, but here’s the general idea: The rule for this K/CAL is that you must use a pattern that incorporates cables.  KAL/CAL will start August 1, 2017 and runs until October 22, 2017.  WIPs are allowed.  If you use yarn purchased from the store you will receive extra entries for your finished object(s).  Extra entry points for posting pictures of yourself in your knit over the Rhinebeck weekend (October 21-22).  #mlyrhinebeckalong

KALs Prize Winners:

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    August 04, 2017 by Kelly Otty
    Tags: CAL Community Contest events Giveaway KAL knit knitting Local Must Love Yarn New Product New Yarn podcast Rhinebeck Shelburne Store News Trunk Show Vermont yarn

    Episode 044: Chicken Snuggles

    Thursday June 1, 2017

     

    Where to find us:
    As Must Love Yarn
    Instagram            Twitter                 Ravelry                 Facebook            Periscope
     
    Angela
    Instagram            Ravelry
     
    Kelly
    Instagram            Ravelry

    HOs:

    • Lionheart sleeves, that counts, right? (Angela)

    WIPs:

     

    What We Are Wearing

    Upcoming Projects:

     

    Events:

    KALs:

    • KAL - Spring Into Summer Shawl, pattern by Knitting Expat Designs.  Also starts May 21.  Join both KALs at once by using Legacy Fiber Artz yarn as one of your choices!  The yarn from Wonderland Yarns is in!
    • KAL/CAL - Legacy Fiber Artz Along!  This KAL/CAL will start May 21st after the Legacy Fiber Artz Trunk Show at Must Love Yarn! There is a bundle in the Ravelry Group with some ideas.  Please feel free to add others.

    Other Items:

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    June 03, 2017 by Kelly Otty
    Tags: Community Festival Giveaway KAL knitting Local Must Love Yarn podcast Rhinebeck Shelburne Store News Vermont yarn

    Episode 043: Smitten

    Thursday May 25, 2017

     

    Show Notes:

    Where to find us:

    As Must Love Yarn
    Instagram            Twitter                 Ravelry                 Facebook            Periscope
     
    Angela
    Instagram            Ravelry
     
    Kelly
    Instagram            Ravelry

    FOs:

    HOs:

    WIPs:

     

    What We Are Wearing

    Upcoming Projects:

     

    Events:

    KALs:

    • KAL - Spring Into Summer Shawl, pattern by Knitting Expat Designs.  Also starts May 21.  Join both KALs at once by using Legacy Fiber Artz yarn as one of your choices!  The yarn from Wonderland Yarns is in!
    • KAL/CAL - Legacy Fiber Artz Along!  This KAL/CAL will start May 21st after the Legacy Fiber Artz Trunk Show at Must Love Yarn! There is a bundle in the Ravelry Group with some ideas.  Please feel free to add others.

    Other Items:

    Stash Acquisitions:

    • Kelly’s Legacy Fiber Artz Trunk Show Beauties
      • Pizza Party on Single Toes
      • Jumpin’ Jellyfish on Steel Toes
      • Daffodil Disco on Twisty Toes
      • Flirty Flamingo on Twisty Toes
      • Sunset Graffiti on Twisty Toes
      • Mint Fringe on Twisty Toes
    • Legacy Fiber Artz Skein of Thrones #2 Dragon Eggs on Cozy Toes
    • Kelly’s Peggy Jane Fibers Pretties
      • Fuzzy Peach
      • Harmony
    • Kelly’s Fiber Stash Lovelies
      • Mellon-Cholly on Strong Toes
      • Tale as Old as Time on Strong Toes
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    May 27, 2017 by Kelly Otty
    Tags: CAL Community Contest events Festivals Giveaway KAL knit knitting Local Must Love Yarn podcast Rhinebeck Shelburne Store News Trunk Show Vermont yarn

    Episode 039: Sumthin' Sumthin'

    Thursday April 20, 2017
     
    Show Notes:
    Where to find us:
    As Must Love Yarn
    Instagram            Twitter                 Ravelry                 Facebook            Periscope
     
    Angela
    Instagram            Ravelry
     
    Kelly
    Instagram            Ravelry

    FOs:

    WIPs:

    What We Are Wearing

    Upcoming Projects:

    Events:

    • Legacy Fiber Artz Trunk Show!!! May 20, 2017 at 1:00pm
    • A Secret Surprise day at Must Love Yarn June 3, 2017 to be announced next week!
    • WWKIP June 10, 2017
    • Lake Monsters Stitch-N-Pitch and 50/50 Raffle to support Cast Off Chemo - July 8, 2017
    • Rhinebeck - We’ll be starting to make plans and bus reservations soon!  The bus is reserved!  Tickets available soon!

    KALs:

    Mitered, Felted Bag (both Knit and Crochet) - Starts March 15 - Ends April 15th, just 2 more days!Knit Version
    • Upcoming KAL - Spring Into Summer Shawl, pattern by Knitting Expat Designs (we will most likely start this KAL in mid April - more details coming soon!)
    • Upcoming KAL/CAL - Legacy Fiber Artz Along!  This KAL/CAL will start May 21st after the Legacy Fiber Artz Trunk Show at Must Love Yarn!

    Other Items:

    • 1000 Subscriber Giveaway! We’re at 870 subscribers now, so it won’t be long until we hit 1000!  We’ll let you know how to enter as we get closer!!!
    • We also mention the LegacyKnitz Podcast
    • Shawl Society II is open for sign-ups April 7th, this is a 6 month long Mystery Knit Along (or MKAL) that Helen Stewart of Curious Handmade offers.  We participated in the first Shawl Society and really enjoyed the patterns that were offered and will more than likely participate or at least sign up for number 2!
    • Katia Ombre Yarn Kits
    • The Knit Girllls & Stash Dash
    • We will now be a drop off location for Knitted Knockers. We encourage anyone who wants to knit for this great charity to follow the link above and register yourself as a knitter with the organization.  From there you can download the patterns and get an approved yarn list.
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    April 21, 2017 by Kelly Otty
    Tags: CAL Community Contest crochet events Giveaway KAL kits knit knitting Local Must Love Yarn New Product New Yarn podcast Rhinebeck Shelburne Store News Trunk Show Vermont yarn