YarnCraft: Episodes
We’re only a few weeks from Mother’s Day, so join us as we explore great gift ideas from the ambitious to the quick–as well as some that require no yarncrafting! Zontee and Michelle also answer a listener question about bring-along projects. Find out what fellow listeners recommend ...
Looking to create a project in COLOR? Get tips and tricks from Zontee and Michelle on picking the right palette for your decor, your gift recipient, or your own skin tone and hair color! Tools and resources discussed include: Design-Seeds.com Color Schemer How to Determine Your “Season” Color ...
Reduce, reuse, and recycle in your crafting! Turn old jars into cute vases with a little yarn OR make reusable scrubbers for the kitchen. Learn about all the different ways you can get eco-friendly as YarnCraft looks ahead to Earth Day! Patterns discussed include: Crochet Cream Circle Washcloth Knit ...
Do you have a little one to craft for? Find out what’s on trend in knitting & crochet for kids. Plus learn what Zontee and Michelle consider essential considerations when crafting for children. Patterns referenced include: Knit & Crochet Fox Scoodies Knit Sweet Dreams Baby Cocoon and Hat ...
Looking for inspiring projects to take you into spring? Well, look no further! Today on YarnCraft, Zontee and Michelle highlight their favorite free patterns from LionBrand.com, perfect for cool, early-spring weather. Patterns discussed include: Crochet Beginner’s Triangle Shawl Knit & Crochet ...
What trends should you be looking out for in 2013? Find out on this episode of YarnCraft! Zontee and Michelle take a look at trends in fashion, publishing, and crafting to bring you some predictions of what’s going to be hot this year–and how you can incorporate those trends into your knitting ...
Get answers to your burning questions about YarnCraft, Lion Brand, and the yarn industry in general! On this episode of YarnCraft, Zontee and Michelle tackle some of listeners’ mist frequently asked questions. Find out which Lion Brand yarns are made in America, what kind of equipment Zontee and ...
Now that we’re past holiday-crafting, treat yourself to a quick project just for you! Zontee and Michelle share some of their favorite project ideas and patterns for using up a single ball of colorful, luxurious, and/or hand-dyed yarn! It’s the perfect way to “cleanse the palette” ...
Ever wonder how to choose the right stitch pattern to show off your yarn or the right yarn for your stitch pattern? Find out the secrets of getting great results on this episode of YarnCraft! Zontee and Michelle talk about how yarn texture and dyeing, as well as stitch pattern texture and scale, can be [...]
Need last-minute gift ideas? We’ve got them! Zontee and Michelle share their top 15 gift ideas for colleagues, friends, last-minute guests, and more on this episode of YarnCraft. Patterns discussed include: Cozies: crochet cup cozies, knit cup cozy tutorial Hats: Crochet Brimmed Cap Toys: knit ...
We’re back! Après le déluge (or the hurricane, as it happens to be), Zontee and Michelle are back with favorite cast-ons, bind-offs, foundations, and more. Find out which cast-ons or starting chain methods are the best for your needs on this episode of YarnCraft. We explore techniques including ...
UPDATED NOTE (10/25): The feed to iTunes and other podcatchers should be fixed, and you should be able to download the new episode in your preferred program/app. Please let us know if you have any issues! Hear terrible tales of gauge-gone-wrong and mutant sweaters on this episode of YarnCraft…then ...
Are you looking for fun ways to jazz up your projects? Consider colorwork! Just by adding sections of various colors (through color blocks, stripes, intarsia, Fair Isle, slip-stitch, and more), you can turn even simple stitches into eye-catching designs. Zontee and Michelle walk you through some of the ...
If you love sharing ideas and trading knowledge with other yarncrafters, then this is the episode for you. Zontee and Michelle share interviews recorded at the Knit & Crochet Show that took place two weeks ago in Reno, Nevada. There, Zontee inteviewed up-and-coming designer Laurinda Reddig, whose ...
Celebrate the return of fall with fun and fashionable accessory patterns! Zontee and Michelle highlight some of their favorite new patterns from LionBrand.com, ranging from scarves with interesting stitch patterns to socks featuring colorwork. Patterns discussed include: Crochet Ruffled Scarf Knit Undulating ...
Wondering what project(s) you should take on for fall? Zontee and Michelle share their top picks for cardigans, jackets, and pullovers for the entire family. They also share some tips on how to incorporate the fur trend into your fall crafting. Patterns discussed include: Knit Voluminous Cardi Knit Glamour ...
Looking to buy or sell amazing handmade creations? Get useful tips and expert advice on today’s YarnCraft! Zontee and Michelle talk about looking for the best values and most unique buys at craft fairs, flea markets, boutiques, and more. Then Zontee interviews Kelly Rand, author of the new book ...
Find out what’s new for fall from Lion Brand! Zontee & Michelle tell you about all the brand new yarn collections that we’re introducing like Homespun® Thick & Quick®, Da Vinci, and Bonbons; as well as the new colors in fan-favorites like Hometown USA®, Vanna’s Choice®, ...
Draw inspiration from interviews with 4 designers, plus find out Zontee & Michelle’s 5 tips for shopping at a yarn convention. These tips will help you stay organized and stay comfortable as you explore the wonderful world of fiber festivals and conventions. Find the Knit Handy app and Crochet ...
Looking for your next summer project? Look no further! Zontee & Michelle share 12 sunny, summery patterns perfect for knitting and crocheting on the go this season. On this episode of YarnCraft, patterns discussed include: Knit Tiger Lily Tank Knit Shimmer Lace Top Crochet Light ‘n’ Lively ...