Episode 120: Swatching Is Knitting!

Thursday January 31, 2019

 

Where to find us:

  • Kelly

Topics:  

PICK OF THE WEEK:

The Alpaca Yarn Co Snuggle

If you purchase any of the items this week that are in stock from Must Love Yarn, receive 10% off with the Coupon Code we mention in the podcast! Watch Episode 73 for a quick tutorial on where to enter the coupon code at checkout if you have any questions!  Be sure the discount is showing in your cart before submitting your order, we can no longer offer refunds for discounts that are not applied correctly. If you have questions please send us a message before submitting your order!

What We are Wearing:

FO’s:

WIPs :

 

Upcoming Projects:

Acquisitions:

Events:

 

Discounts:

  • Get 20% off The Feel of Wind on Water pattern by Perry Wilson, use the code MLY20 on Ravelry through the end of the year! Thanks so much Perry!!!  Perry so kindly extended this coupon code through the end of March 2019!

KALs:

  • Colorpalooza K/CAL - Starts December 15, 2018 -January 30, 2018
    • All things colorwork are allowed
    • WIPs are allowed

This & That:

  • Angela so kindly promotes Kelly's new side gig The Cranky Sheep!  An e-commerce site selling hand cranked sock tube kits where knitters can customize their socks by knitting the cuffs, heels & toes.

 

February 01, 2019 by Kelly Otty

Episode 119: Knitting Derailed

Thursday January 17, 2019

Where to find us:

  • Kelly

Topics:  

PICK OF THE WEEK:

Brown Sheep Lamb’s Pride Worsted & Lanaloft

If you purchase any of the items this week that are in stock from Must Love Yarn, receive 10% off with the Coupon Code we mention in the podcast! Watch Episode 73 for a quick tutorial on where to enter the coupon code at checkout if you have any questions!  Be sure the discount is showing in your cart before submitting your order, we can no longer offer refunds for discounts that are not applied correctly. If you have questions please send us a message before submitting your order!

What We are Wearing:

FO’s:

WIPs :

 

Upcoming Projects:

Acquisitions:

Events:

  • The Unwind with Must Love Yarn Retreat - February 28, 2019-March 3, 2019  We are putting together a weekend of fun, fiber, and friendships.  Click the link for more information! Retreat is full currently, please email us to be added to the waitlist.

 

Discounts:

  • Get 20% off The Feel of Wind on Water pattern by Perry Wilson, use the code MLY20 on Ravelry through the end of the year! Thanks so much Perry!!!  Perry so kindly extended this coupon code through the end of March 2019!

KALs:

  • Holiday ALONG - Starting November 1, 2018 and running through the end of December 2018.  Here are the rules:
    • WIPS Allowed
    • Non-knitting/crocheting items allowed
    • In the FO thread, explain with your photo how the item represents the holidays for you.
      • So this could be some gift knitting/crocheting/crafting (i.e. something you are making for someone else)
      • This could me a special meal or food that represents the holidays for you
      • This could be some tradition that your family has started (see Angela’s Advent Calendar with homemade ornaments and a wooden tree made by her husband)
      • These are just a few suggestions, don’t be limited by this list
  • Knitspiration Hat KAL - Starts December 1, 2018-January 16, 2019
    • Design your own colorwork hat!
    • Worsted weight yarn (i.e. fast project)
    • Make 1, make many
    • Get creative!

 

  • Colorpalooza K/CAL - Starts December 15, 2018 -January 30, 2018
    • All things colorwork are allowed
    • WIPs are allowed

Episode 118: WIPs to FOs

Thursday January 3, 2019

 

Where to find us:

  • Kelly

PICK OF THE WEEK:

Malabrigo Rios - In celebration of Kelly finishing her long standing WIP!

If you purchase any of the items this week that are in stock from Must Love Yarn, receive 10% off with the Coupon Code we mention in the podcast! Watch Episode 73 for a quick tutorial on where to enter the coupon code at checkout if you have any questions!  Be sure the discount is showing in your cart before submitting your order, we can no longer offer refunds for discounts that are not applied correctly. If you have questions please send us a message before submitting your order!

What We are Wearing:

FO’s:

WIPs :

 

Upcoming Projects:

Acquisitions:

Events:

  • The Unwind with Must Love Yarn Retreat - February 28, 2019-March 3, 2019  We are putting together a weekend of fun, fiber, and friendships.  Click the link for more information! Retreat is full currently, please email us to be added to the waitlist.
  • Class Schedule for late winter coming soon!

 

Discounts:

  • Get 20% off The Feel of Wind on Water pattern by Perry Wilson, use the code MLY20 on Ravelry through the end of the year! Thanks so much Perry!!!  Perry so kindly extended this coupon code through the end of March 2019!

KALs:

  • Holiday ALONG - Starting November 1, 2018 and running through the end of December 2018.  Here are the rules:
    • WIPS Allowed
    • Non-knitting/crocheting items allowed
    • In the FO thread, explain with your photo how the item represents the holidays for you.
      • So this could be some gift knitting/crocheting/crafting (i.e. something you are making for someone else)
      • This could me a special meal or food that represents the holidays for you
      • This could be some tradition that your family has started (see Angela’s Advent Calendar with homemade ornaments and a wooden tree made by her husband)
      • These are just a few suggestions, don’t be limited by this list
  • Knitspiration Hat KAL - Starts December 1, 2018-January 16, 2019
    • Design your own colorwork hat!
    • Worsted weight yarn (i.e. fast project)
    • Make 1, make many
    • Get creative!

 

  • Colorpalooza K/CAL - Starts December 15, 2018 -January 30, 2018
    • All things colorwork are allowed
    • WIPs are allowed

Episode 117: Knitting Meerkats!

Thursday December 20, 2018

 

Where to find us:

  • Kelly

Topics:  

PICK OF THE WEEK:

 

If you purchase any of the items this week that are in stock from Must Love Yarn, receive 10% off with the Coupon Code we mention in the podcast! Watch Episode 73 for a quick tutorial on where to enter the coupon code at checkout if you have any questions!  Be sure the discount is showing in your cart before submitting your order, we can no longer offer refunds for discounts that are not applied correctly. If you have questions please send us a message before submitting your order!

What We are Wearing:

FO’s:

WIPs :

 

Upcoming Projects:

Acquisitions:

  • Quince & Co. Chickadee for Fusion (Kelly) - we have this yarn in the shop, but cannot sell it online.  Stop in, email, or give us a call to see if we have the colors you need!

Events:

  • The Unwind with Must Love Yarn Retreat - February 28, 2019-March 3, 2019  We are putting together a weekend of fun, fiber, and friendships.  Click the link for more information! Retreat is full currently, please email us to be added to the waitlist.
  • Class Schedule for late winter coming soon!

 

Discounts:

  • Get 20% off The Feel of Wind on Water pattern by Perry Wilson, use the code MLY20 on Ravelry through the end of the year! Thanks so much Perry!!!  Perry so kindly extended this coupon code through the end of March 2019!

KALs:

  • Holiday ALONG - Starting November 1, 2018 and running through the end of December 2018.  Here are the rules:
    • WIPS Allowed
    • Non-knitting/crocheting items allowed
    • In the FO thread, explain with your photo how the item represents the holidays for you.
      • So this could be some gift knitting/crocheting/crafting (i.e. something you are making for someone else)
      • This could me a special meal or food that represents the holidays for you
      • This could be some tradition that your family has started (see Angela’s Advent Calendar with homemade ornaments and a wooden tree made by her husband)
      • These are just a few suggestions, don’t be limited by this list
  • Knitspiration Hat KAL - Starts December 1, 2018-January 16, 2019
    • Design your own colorwork hat!
    • Worsted weight yarn (i.e. fast project)
    • Make 1, make many
    • Get creative!

 

  • Colorpalooza K/CAL - Starts December 15, 2018 -January 30, 2018
    • All things colorwork are allowed
    • WIPs are allowed

Episode 116: Just Like Knit Group

Thursday December 13, 2018

 

Where to find us:

  • Kelly

Topics:  

PICK OF THE WEEK:

 

If you purchase any of the items this week that are in stock from Must Love Yarn, receive 10% off with the Coupon Code we mention in the podcast! Watch Episode 73 for a quick tutorial on where to enter the coupon code at checkout if you have any questions!  Be sure the discount is showing in your cart before submitting your order, we can no longer offer refunds for discounts that are not applied correctly. If you have questions please send us a message before submitting your order!

What We are Wearing:

 

FO’s:

WIPs :

 

Upcoming Projects:

Acquisitions:

Events:

  • The Unwind with Must Love Yarn Retreat - February 28, 2019-March 3, 2019  We are putting together a weekend of fun, fiber, and friendships.  Click the link for more information! Retreat is full currently, please email us to be added to the waitlist.
  • Class Schedule for late winter coming soon!

 

Discounts:

  • Get 20% off The Feel of Wind on Water pattern by Perry Wilson, use the code MLY20 on Ravelry through the end of the year! Thanks so much Perry!!!

KALs:

  • Mitten Tree K/CAL - (We have closed the Ravelry thread and we draw prizes from the Ravelry thread and in store donations today!!!) Starting October 1, 2018 and running through November 30, 2018.  We are partnering with our local UPS Store to collect hand-made mittens, hats, or scarves for donation to their mitten tree. Enter the KAL and give back
    • Not local to us?  If you can’t find a collection site near you, let us know and we can see if we can assist.  You can always pop your FO in the mail to us and we’ll get them donated for you.
      • Rules - WIPS a-okay on this one, its for charity
      • Each finished pair of mittens counts as an entry, same with hats and scarves/cowls
      • Can enter multiple sets of mittens, hats, scarves/cowls
      • FOs brought into the store or mailed to us will be entered into a separate drawing for prizes
  • Holiday ALONG - Starting November 1, 2018 and running through the end of December 2018.  Here are the rules:
    • WIPS Allowed
    • Non-knitting/crocheting items allowed
    • In the FO thread, explain with your photo how the item represents the holidays for you.
      • So this could be some gift knitting/crocheting/crafting (i.e. something you are making for someone else)
      • This could me a special meal or food that represents the holidays for you
      • This could be some tradition that your family has started (see Angela’s Advent Calendar with homemade ornaments and a wooden tree made by her husband)
      • These are just a few suggestions, don’t be limited by this list
  • Knitspiration Hat KAL - Starts December 1, 2018-January 16, 2019
    • Design your own colorwork hat!
    • Worsted weight yarn (i.e. fast project)
    • Make 1, make many
    • Get creative!

Episode 115: The Backwards Podcast

Thursday December 6, 2018

Where to find us:

  • Kelly

Topics:  

PICK OF THE WEEK:

 

If you purchase any of the items this week that are in stock from Must Love Yarn, receive 10% off with the Coupon Code we mention in the podcast! Watch Episode 73 for a quick tutorial on where to enter the coupon code at checkout if you have any questions!  Be sure the discount is showing in your cart before submitting your order, we can no longer offer refunds for discounts that are not applied correctly. If you have questions please send us a message before submitting your order!

What We are Wearing:

 

FO’s:

WIPs :

Upcoming Projects:

Acquisitions:

Events:

  • The Unwind with Must Love Yarn Retreat - February 28, 2019-March 3, 2019  We are putting together a weekend of fun, fiber, and friendships.  Click the link for more information! Retreat is full currently, please email us to be added to the waitlist.
  • Class Schedule for late winter coming soon!

 

KALs:

  • Mitten Tree K/CAL - (We have closed the Ravelry thread and will be drawing prizes from the ravelry thread and in store donataions next week) Starting October 1, 2018 and running through November 30, 2018.  We are partnering with our local UPS Store to collect hand-made mittens, hats, or scarves for donation to their mitten tree. Enter the KAL and give back
    • Not local to us?  If you can’t find a collection site near you, let us know and we can see if we can assist.  You can always pop your FO in the mail to us and we’ll get them donated for you.
      • Rules - WIPS a-okay on this one, its for charity
      • Each finished pair of mittens counts as an entry, same with hats and scarves/cowls
      • Can enter multiple sets of mittens, hats, scarves/cowls
      • FOs brought into the store or mailed to us will be entered into a separate drawing for prizes
  • Holiday ALONG - Starting November 1, 2018 and running through the end of December 2018.  Here are the rules:
    • WIPS Allowed
    • Non-knitting/crocheting items allowed
    • In the FO thread, explain with your photo how the item represents the holidays for you.
      • So this could be some gift knitting/crocheting/crafting (i.e. something you are making for someone else)
      • This could me a special meal or food that represents the holidays for you
      • This could be some tradition that your family has started (see Angela’s Advent Calendar with homemade ornaments and a wooden tree made by her husband)
      • These are just a few suggestions, don’t be limited by this list
  • Knitspiration Hat KAL - Starts December 1, 2018-January 16, 2019
    • Design your own colorwork hat!
    • Worsted weight yarn (i.e. fast project)
    • Make 1, make many
    • Get creative!

Episode 114: We Love Yarn

Thursday November 29, 2018

 

Where to find us:

  • Kelly

Topics:  

PICK OF THE WEEK:

 

If you purchase any of the items this week that are in stock from Must Love Yarn, receive 10% off with the Coupon Code we mention in the podcast! Watch Episode 73 for a quick tutorial on where to enter the coupon code at checkout if you have any questions!  Be sure the discount is showing in your cart before submitting your order, we can no longer offer refunds for discounts that are not applied correctly. If you have questions please send us a message before submitting your order!

What We are Wearing:

 

FO’s:

WIPs :

Upcoming Projects

Acquisitions:

  • Angela shows lots of new projects (mostly with yarn purchased at Must Love Yarn on Small Business Saturday)

Events:

 

KALs:

  • Mitten Tree K/CAL - Starting October 1, 2018 and running through November 30, 2018.  We are partnering with our local UPS Store to collect hand-made mittens, hats, or scarves for donation to their mitten tree.  Enter the KAL and give back
    • Not local to us?  If you can’t find a collection site near you, let us know and we can see if we can assist.  You can always pop your FO in the mail to us and we’ll get them donated for you.
      • Rules - WIPS a-okay on this one, its for charity
      • Each finished pair of mittens counts as an entry, same with hats and scarves/cowls
      • Can enter multiple sets of mittens, hats, scarves/cowls
      • FOs brought into the store or mailed to us will be entered into a separate drawing for prizes
  • Holiday ALONG - Starting November 1, 2018 and running through the end of December 2018.  Here are the rules:
    • WIPS Allowed
    • Non-knitting/crocheting items allowed
    • In the FO thread, explain with your photo how the item represents the holidays for you.
      • So this could be some gift knitting/crocheting/crafting (i.e. something you are making for someone else)
      • This could me a special meal or food that represents the holidays for you
      • This could be some tradition that your family has started (see Angela’s Advent Calendar with homemade ornaments and a wooden tree made by her husband)
      • These are just a few suggestions, don’t be limited by this list
  • Knitspiration Hat KAL - Starts December 1, 2018-January 16, 2019
    • Design your own colorwork hat!
    • Worsted weight yarn (i.e. fast project)
    • Make 1, make many
    • Get creative!

Episode 113: Wizard of Yarn, Is She!

Wednesday November 21, 2018

 

Where to find us:

  • Kelly

Topics:  

PICK OF THE WEEK:

  • Ella Rae Huenique - Infinity Scarf Pattern Available, add “Waterdeep” to the comments section at checkout and we’ll throw in the pattern for free!

 

If you purchase any of the items this week that are in stock from Must Love Yarn, receive 10% off with the Coupon Code we mention in the podcast! Watch Episode 73 for a quick tutorial on where to enter the coupon code at checkout if you have any questions!  Be sure the discount is showing in your cart before submitting your order, we can no longer offer refunds for discounts that are not applied correctly. If you have questions please send us a message before submitting your order!

What We are Wearing:

FO’s:

WIPs :

Upcoming Projects:

  • I swatched! (Angela)
  • Caked yarn for some more bulky hats! (Angela)
  • Georgetown by Hannah Fettig (Kelly)
  • Desert by Ankestrick (Kelly)

Events:

 

    • Anniversary of Must Love Yarn AND Small Business Saturday!!! - November 24 2018
      • Come join us for our 3rd Anniversary Celebration!  It’s also Small Business Saturday, so there will be drawings and prizes and sale items.
  • In-Store - Bring non-perishable food items for the local food shelf and receive entries for 1 of 2 $50 Must Love Yarn Gift Cards (do not need to be present to win).  
  • Every 2 items of non-perishable food will give you one entry
          • Every $5 cash donation will also give you one entry.  Not local to us or out of town and want to donate for a chance to win?  You can do that here.
  • Online - Enjoy Free domestic (US only, sorry International customers)shipping on any online orders placed November 22, 2018-November 25, 2018  with the code FREESHIP3.  Our system only supports one coupon code, so the Free Shipping cannot be used in conjunction with any other coupon codes.
  • KALs:

    • Mitten Tree K/CAL - Starting October 1, 2018 and running through November 30, 2018.  We are partnering with our local UPS Store to collect hand-made mittens, hats, or scarves for donation to their mitten tree.  Enter the KAL and give back
      • Not local to us?  If you can’t find a collection site near you, let us know and we can see if we can assist.  You can always pop your FO in the mail to us and we’ll get them donated for you.
        • Rules - WIPS a-okay on this one, its for charity
        • Each finished pair of mittens counts as an entry, same with hats and scarves/cowls
        • Can enter multiple sets of mittens, hats, scarves/cowls
        • FOs brought into the store or mailed to us will be entered into a separate drawing for prizes
    • Holiday ALONG - Starting November 1, 2018 and running through the end of December 2018.  Here are the rules:
      • WIPS Allowed
      • Non-knitting/crocheting items allowed
      • In the FO thread, explain with your photo how the item represents the holidays for you.
        • So this could be some gift knitting/crocheting/crafting (i.e. something you are making for someone else)
        • This could me a special meal or food that represents the holidays for you
        • This could be some tradition that your family has started (see Angela’s Advent Calendar with homemade ornaments and a wooden tree made by her husband)
        • These are just a few suggestions, don’t be limited by this list

    ThanksGiving-Back

    Episode 112: Giant Bag of Bags of Yarn

    Thursday November 15, 2018

    Show Notes:

    Where to find us:

    • Kelly

    Topics:  

    PICK OF THE WEEK:

     

    If you purchase any of the items this week that are in stock from Must Love Yarn, receive 10% off with the Coupon Code we mention in the podcast! Watch Episode 73 for a quick tutorial on where to enter the coupon code at checkout if you have any questions!  Be sure the discount is showing in your cart before submitting your order, we can no longer offer refunds for discounts that are not applied correctly. If you have questions please send us a message before submitting your order!

    What We are Wearing:

    FO’s:

    WIPs :

    Upcoming Projects:

    Acquisitions:

     

    Events:

     

      • Anniversary of Must Love Yarn AND Small Business Saturday!!! - November 24 2018
        • Come join us for our 3rd Anniversary Celebration!  It’s also Small Business Saturday, so there will be drawings and prizes and sale items.
  • In-Store - Bring non-perishable food items for the local food shelf and receive entries for 1 of 2 $50 Must Love Yarn Gift Cards (do not need to be present to win).  Every 2 items of non-perishable food will give you one entry
  • Online - Enjoy Free domestic (US only, sorry International customers)shipping on any online orders placed November 22, 2018-November 25, 2018  with the code FREESHIP3.  Our system only supports one coupon code, so the Free Shipping cannot be used in conjunction with any other coupon codes.
  • KALs:

    • Mitten Tree K/CAL - Starting October 1, 2018 and running through November 30, 2018.  We are partnering with our local UPS Store to collect hand-made mittens, hats, or scarves for donation to their mitten tree.  Enter the KAL and give back
      • Not local to us?  If you can’t find a collection site near you, let us know and we can see if we can assist.  You can always pop your FO in the mail to us and we’ll get them donated for you.
        • Rules - WIPS a-okay on this one, its for charity
        • Each finished pair of mittens counts as an entry, same with hats and scarves/cowls
        • Can enter multiple sets of mittens, hats, scarves/cowls
        • FOs brought into the store or mailed to us will be entered into a separate drawing for prizes
    • Holiday ALONG - Starting November 1, 2018 and running through the end of December 2018.  Here are the rules:
      • WIPS Allowed
      • Non-knitting/crocheting items allowed
      • In the FO thread, explain with your photo how the item represents the holidays for you.
        • So this could be some gift knitting/crocheting/crafting (i.e. something you are making for someone else)
        • This could me a special meal or food that represents the holidays for you
        • This could be some tradition that your family has started (see Angela’s Advent Calendar with homemade ornaments and a wooden tree made by her husband)
        • These are just a few suggestions, don’t be limited by this list

    Prizes:

    Episode 111: Yarn Wizard

     Thursday November 8, 2018

     

    Where to find us:

    • Kelly

    Topics:  

    PICKS OF THE WEEK:

     

    If you purchase any of the items this week that are in stock from Must Love Yarn, receive 10% off with the Coupon Code we mention in the podcast! Watch Episode 73 for a quick tutorial on where to enter the coupon code at checkout if you have any questions!  Be sure the discount is showing in your cart before submitting your order, we can no longer offer refunds for discounts that are not applied correctly. If you have questions please send us a message before submitting your order!

    What We are Wearing:

    FO’s:

    WIPs :

    Upcoming Projects:

    Events:

     

    Anniversary of Must Love Yarn AND Small Business Saturday!!! - November 24 2018

    Come join us for our 3rd Anniversary Celebration!  It’s also Small Business Saturday, so there will be drawings and prizes and sale items.

  • In-Store - Bring non-perishable food items for the local food shelf and receive entries for 1 of 2 $50 Must Love Yarn Gift Cards (do not need to be present to win).  Every 2 items of non-perishable food will give you one entry
  • Online - Enjoy Free domestic (US only, sorry International customers)shipping on any online orders placed November 22, 2018-November 25, 2018  with the code FREESHIP3.  Our system only supports one coupon code, so the Free Shipping cannot be used in conjunction with any other coupon codes.

  • KALs:

    • Mitten Tree K/CAL - Starting October 1, 2018 and running through November 30, 2018.  We are partnering with our local UPS Store to collect hand-made mittens, hats, or scarves for donation to their mitten tree.  Enter the KAL and give back
      • Not local to us?  If you can’t find a collection site near you, let us know and we can see if we can assist.  You can always pop your FO in the mail to us and we’ll get them donated for you.
        • Rules - WIPS a-okay on this one, its for charity
        • Each finished pair of mittens counts as an entry, same with hats and scarves/cowls
        • Can enter multiple sets of mittens, hats, scarves/cowls
        • FOs brought into the store or mailed to us will be entered into a separate drawing for prizes
    • Holiday ALONG - Starting November 1, 2018 and running through the end of December 2018.  Here are the rules:
      • WIPS Allowed
      • Non-knitting/crocheting items allowed
      • In the FO thread, explain with your photo how the item represents the holidays for you.
        • So this could be some gift knitting/crocheting/crafting (i.e. something you are making for someone else)
        • This could me a special meal or food that represents the holidays for you
        • This could be some tradition that your family has started (see Angela’s Advent Calendar with homemade ornaments and a wooden tree made by her husband)
        • These are just a few suggestions, don’t be limited by this list

    Prizes:

    • #mlymeerkat drawing:  and the winner is……stay tuned in the outtakes!
    November 09, 2018 by Angela Zaikowski