Keep Calm and Carry Yarn: A Knitting and Crochet Podcast

Keep Calm and Carry Yarn is a podcast in equal parts measure about knitting, crochet, and the…

by Vivian & Alyson Chu

About Keep Calm and Carry Yarn: A Knitting and Crochet Podcast

Keep Calm and Carry Yarn is a podcast in equal parts measure about knitting, crochet, and the mother-daughter bond between its co-hosts, Vivian and Alyson. Join us for our twice monthly chat as we talk about our latest projects and yarn obsessions, advice from a long-time fiber fanatic to a beginner, living in Edinburgh, Scotland (Alyson) versus Virginia, USA (Vivian), fangirling over TV shows we love, and other everyday pursuits.

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183 episodes

Oct 28, 2026 · 35 min

Episode 181

Links to things we mention: This includes Ravelry links! The Artist's Garden Scarf by The Unruly Stitch Maggie Shawl by Comfort Zone Knits Les Moutons de Biscotte by Louise Robert Eclectic Sweater by Cassie Ward Old Salt by Rosalie Reeves Calad Shirt by Jessica Tsung Rooted Textiles Shearing Crafts Buzzfeed quiz: Which Mythological Being Are You? Show notes Support and follow us: Instagram Pearl and Plum Etsy Our…
Oct 14, 2026 · 54 min

Episode 180

Links to things we mention: This includes Ravelry links! Slip Stitch Cardigan Fly Away Crossbody Bag The Artist's Garden Scarf Lento by Jonna Helin Ann Arbor Fiber Expo Buzzfeed quiz: Pick Your Halloween Costume Show notes Support and follow us: Instagram Pearl and Plum Etsy Our Website Buy KCACY merch Buy us a Ko-fi
Sep 25, 2026 · 37 min

Episode 179

Links to things we mention: This includes Ravelry links! Sea Glass Hat by Wool & Pine Lento by Jonna Helin Calad Shirt by Jessica Tsung No Bunching Crochet Ribbed Beanie by Viv Crochets The Knitting & Crochet Guild Convention Buzzfeed quiz: How Old Are You? Show notes Support and follow us: Instagram Pearl and Plum Etsy Our Website Buy KCACY merch Buy us a Ko-fi
Sep 13, 2026 · 49 min

Episode 178: Sounds bananas

Links to things we mention: This includes Ravelry links! Les Moutons de Biscotte by Louise Robert Sea Glass Hat by Wool & Pine Lento by Jonna Helin Chicken Baby Hat Slip Stitch Cardigan Sea Glass Hat by Wool & Pine Jones by Tin Can Knits Emily's Sewing FOs Banana Pullover Rinner Vest by Mary Jane Mucklestone Buzzfeed quiz: Which Squishamallow Are You? Show notes Support and follow us: Instagram Pearl and Plum Etsy…
Aug 24, 2026 · 32 min

Episode 177: Sheep shaped

Links to things we mention: This includes Ravelry links! Calad Shirt by Jessica Tsung Les Moutons de Biscotte by Louise Robert The Tourist Shawl by Raina Kruus Jones by Tin Can Knits Buzzfeed Quiz: Are You A Spring, Summer, Fall, or Winter Baby? Gatherin Shawl by Maddie Harvey Show notes Support and follow us: Instagram Pearl and Plum Etsy Our Website Buy KCACY merch Buy us a Ko-fi

Earlier episodes (178)

Aug 13, 2026 Episode 176: Pull his pants up
Links to things we mention: This includes Ravelry links! Jones by TinCan Knit Pop Blanket No Bunching Crochet Ribbed Hat by Viv Crochets Aisling Yarns Buzzfeed Quiz: What Kind of Cat Are You? Frog and Toad by Kristina Ingrid McGowan Weekend Waffle Sweater by Brianna Mason Show notes Support and follow us: Instagram Pearl and Plum Etsy Our Website Buy KCACY merch Buy us a Ko-fi
Jul 9, 2026 Episode 175: I just made it up
Links to things we mention: This includes Ravelry links! Jones by TinCan Knit Rinner Vest by Mary Jane Mucklestone Calad by Jessica Tsung, The Wool Library Color-Blocked Blouse Road Work by Celeste Pinheiro Bridgerton Ball Gown Dualité by Emilie Oudard Fall River Vest by Mary Jane Mucklestone Stitch N Sew Fabric Place Basement Show notes Support and follow us: Instagram Pearl and Plum Etsy Our Website Buy KCACY…
Jun 17, 2026 Episode 174: I'm not picking my nose
Links to things we mention: This includes Ravelry links! Fall River Vest by Mary Jane Mucklestone Jones by TinCan Knit Dualité by Emilie Oudard Color-Blocked Blouse Rinner Vest by Mary Jane Mucklestone Buzzfeed Quiz: What Kind Of Cat Are You? Butterfly T-shirt Roosevelt Cardigan by Amanda Scheuzger Show notes Support and follow us: Instagram Pearl and Plum Etsy Our Website Buy KCACY merch Buy us a Ko-fi
May 10, 2026 Episode 173: They Look Like Teeth!
Links to things we mention: This includes Ravelry links! Purse Socks #17 Fall River Vest by Mary Jane Mucklestone Roosevelt Cardigan by Amanda Scheuzger Color-Blocked Blouse Buzzfeed Quiz: Which Personality Type Are You? Purse Socks #16 Lacey Romper by Pippy Eve Show notes Support and follow us: Instagram Pearl and Plum Etsy Our Website Buy KCACY merch Buy us a Ko-fi
Apr 27, 2026 Episode 172: A Woolly Good Chat
Links to things we mention: This includes Ravelry links! Fall River Vest by Mary Jane Mucklestone Eclectic Vest by Cassie Ward Purse Socks #16 Agnes Sweater Vest by Bethany Lynne Gaitherin Shawl by Maddie Harvey Miss Rollo's Hive Shawlette by Yessabett Bueno Saknes by Zanete Hussain Alyson's Ripple Stripe Top The Woolly Good Gathering Show notes Support and follow us: Instagram Pearl and Plum Etsy Our Website Buy…
Apr 6, 2026 Episode 171: I have a lot of stuff
Links to things we mention: This includes Ravelry links! Jones by Tin Can Knits Purse Socks #16 Fall River Vest by Mary Jane Mucklestone Lacey Romper by Pippy Eve Roosevelt Cardigan by Amanda Scheuzger Buzzfeed Quiz: Which Spring Animal Are You? Gaitherin Shawl by Maddie Harvey Ann Arbor Fiber Expo The Woolly Good Gathering Show notes Support and follow us: Instagram Pearl and Plum Etsy Our Website Buy KCACY merch…
Mar 25, 2026 Episode 170: What are we talking about?
Links to things we mention: This includes Ravelry links! Roosevelt Cardigan by Amanda Scheuzger Emily's Self-Striping Sock # 1 Gatherin Shawl by Maddie Harvey Jones by TinCanKnits Buzzfeed Quiz: Which Classic Spring Activity Should You Try? Archive KCAL Fall River Ves t by Mary Jane Mucklestone Lacey Romper by Pippy Eve Fall River Ves t by Mary Jane Mucklestone Lacey Romper by Pippy Eve Bad Sheep Yarn Show notes…
Mar 9, 2026 Episode 169: A crying cat cameo
Links to things we mention: This includes Ravelry links! Alyson's Ripple Stripe Top Agnes Sweater Vest by Bethany Lynne Gatherin Shawl by Maddie Harvey Cabriola by Katrin Schubert Moorit is coming back! Buzzfeed Quiz: Which Famous TV Couple Are You? Show notes Support and follow us: Instagram Pearl and Plum Etsy Our Website Buy KCACY merch Buy us a Ko-fi
Feb 25, 2026 Episode 168: A lot of green
Links to things we mention: This includes Ravelry links! Sunday Morning Shawl by Espace Tricot Roosevelt Cardigan by Amanda Scheuzger Emily's Frog Bonnet Les Moutons de Biscotte by Louise Richard Gatherin Shawl by Maddie Harvey Purse Socks # 16 Melt The Ice Hat by Paul S. Neary Cicada Bonnet The New Knitting Stitch Dictionary by Lydia Klos Saknes by Zanete Hussain Lento by Jonna Helin Covered In Cats Cowl by Marna…
Feb 11, 2026 Episode 167: A little Jonathan Bailey in our lives
Links to things we mention: This includes Ravelry links! Alyson's Ripple Stripe Top Cabriola by Katrin Schubert Lento by Jonna Helin Miss Rollo's Hive Shawlette by Yessabett Bueno Sutton Shawlette by Tori Yu Melt The Ice Hat by Paul S. Neary Buzzfeed Quiz: Which Bridgerton Brother Are You? Show notes Support and follow us: Instagram Pearl and Plum Etsy Our Website Buy KCACY merch Buy us a Ko-fi
Jan 22, 2026 Episode 166: I forgot to mention it
Links to things we mention: This includes Ravelry links! Saknes by Zanete Hussain Les Moutons de Biscotte by Louise Robert Saknes by Zanete Hussain Pop Blanket Sunday Morning Shawl by Espace Tricot Roosevelt Cardigan by Amanda Scheuzger Emily's Maple Bonnet Emily's Vanilla Socks Mitten Advent Garland by Kathy Lewinski Buzzfeed Quiz: Which "Stranger Things" Character Are You? Show notes Support and follow us:…
Jan 9, 2026 Episode 165: Working backwards
Links to things we mention: This includes Ravelry links! Saknes by Zanete Hussain Emily's Vanilla Socks Emily's Maple Bonnet Sunday Morning Shawl by Espace Tricot Roosevelt Cardigan by Amanda Scheuzger Aal Ower Toorie 2 Sutton Shawlette by Tori Yu One Love Mystery Shawl by Joji Locatelli On The Farm Cowl by Tanis Gray February Hat by Kate Gagnon Osborn Vivian's Mochi Mitts CatKnit Pullover by Andrea Rangel Modern…
Dec 11, 2025 Episode 164: Happy Everything!
Links to things we mention: This includes Ravelry links! Sutton Shawlette by Tori Yu Modern C2C Christmas Afghan by Jess Coppom Mitten Advent Calendar Garland by Kathy Lewinski Saknes by Zanete Hussain Aal Ower Toorie by Shetland Guild of Spinners, Knitters, Weavers, & Dyers One Love Mystery Shawl by Joji Locatelli Buzzfeed Quiz: Which City Should You Spend Christmas In? Aal Ower Toorie 2 Show notes Support and…
Nov 12, 2025 Episode 163: Cast-on-itis
Links to things we mention: This includes Ravelry links! Saknes by Zanete Hussain Mitten Advent Calendar by Kathy Lewinski Aal Ower Toorie by Shetland Guild of Spinners, Knitters, Weavers, & Dyers One Love Mystery Shawl by Joji Locatelli Emily's Navy Beret Vanilla Socks #2 CatKnit Pullover by Andrea Rangel Buzzfeed Quiz: Which Cute Animal Are You? Main Sail by Sophie Xuan Hurden Vanilla Socks #1 Emily's Halloween…
Oct 25, 2025 Episode 162: You're not a Dum-dum!
Links to things we mention: This includes Ravelry links! Tramontana by Ines Garcia Alyson's Ripple Stripe Top Saknes by Zanete Hussain Mitten Advent Calendar by Kathy Lewinski Buzzfeed Quiz: Which Holiday Do You Love The Most? The Simple Thing by Melina Brell Fiber Expo Knitterly Things Why Knot Fibers Lair Of The Llama Knit + Stitch BIPOC in Fiber Flyy Dyed Maliqa Jewellery The Soap Dairy Yarn Food Aneela Hoey…
Oct 6, 2025 Episode 161: Are you allergic to purling?
Links to things we mention: This includes Ravelry links! CatKnit Pullover by Andrea Rangel Emily's Vanilla Sock Main Sail by Sophie Xuan Hurden Saknes by Zanete Hussain Maple Leaf Hat & Maple Leaf Hat 2 by Catherine Wolf Waiting For Rain by Sylvia McFadden Anthology Hat by TinCan Knits Buzzfeed Quiz: Which Halloween Movie Should You Watch? Show notes Support and follow us: Instagram Pearl and Plum Etsy Our Website…
Sep 25, 2025 Episode 160: Back on the craft wagon
Links to things we mention: This includes Ravelry links! The Simple Thing by Marina Brell Old Salt by Rosalie Reeves Main Sail by Sophie Xuan Hurden Waiting For Rain by Sylvia McFadden Intersection by Joanne Scrace Acre by Judith Brand Purse Socks #15 Fibre Yard Skout Stockbridge Buzzfeed Quiz: What's Your Autumn Aesthetic? Show notes Support and follow us: Instagram Pearl and Plum Etsy Our Website Buy KCACY merch…
Sep 8, 2025 Episode 169: Hide your face!
Links to things we mention: This includes Ravelry links! Waiting For Rain by Sylvia McFadden Main Sail by Sophie Xuan Hurden Baby Bear Sweater by Anna-Kathrin Stoll Baa-ble Hat by Donna Smith Lento by Jonna Helen Forest Berry Jacket by Helene Arnesen Emily's Thrift Flip Pirate Pillow Jacket Buzzfeed Quiz: What Was Your Favorite School Subject? Show notes Support and follow us: Instagram Pearl and Plum Etsy Our…
Aug 26, 2025 Episode 158: You Can't Pumpkin Spice Everything
Links to things we mention: This includes Ravelry links! Waiting For Rain by Sylvia McFadden Cold Hearts Hat/Cowl by Caitlin Hunter Yarn Chix zines Arenze's Puffin Sweater Fibre Yard Buzzfeed Quiz: Which Season Embodies You? Show notes Support and follow us: Instagram Pearl and Plum Etsy Our Website Buy KCACY merch Buy us a Ko-fi
Aug 4, 2025 Episode 157: I have old eyes
Links to things we mention: This includes Ravelry links! Cold Hearts Hat/Cowl by Caitlin Hunter Baby Bear Sweater by Anna-Kathrin Still Forest Berry Jacket by Helene Arnesen Boneyard Sweethearts by Stephanie Lotven Aal Ower Toorie by Shetland Guild of Spinners, Knitters, Weavers and Dyers Emily's Butterfly Dress Buzzfeed Quiz: Which Season Embodies You? Show notes Support and follow us: Instagram Pearl and Plum…
Jul 17, 2025 Episode 156: Surprise FOs
Links to things we mention: This includes Ravelry links! Acre by Judith Brand Boneyard Sweethearts by Stephanie Lotven Forest Berry Jacket by Helene Arnesen Baby Bear Sweater by Anna-Kathrin Still Alyson's Raffia Clutch Baa-ble Sweater Homefront by Sidney Roseweck Anthro-Inspired Scarlet by Kim Cianci Emily's Summer Outfit Buzzfeed Quiz: Which Disney Princess Is Your Soulmate? Show notes Support and follow us:…
Jun 13, 2025 Episode 155: I can't wipe this stupid grin off my face
Links to things we mention: This includes Ravelry links! Intersection by Joanne Scrace Acre by Judith Brand Aal Ower Toorie by Shetland Guild of Spinner Knitters Weavers and Dyers Crozon by Lisa Cheery Yell by Marie Wallin Whin by Erin Ellis Buzzfeed Quiz: Which Lilo and Stitch Character Are You? Show notes Support and follow us: Instagram Pearl and Plum Etsy Our Website Buy KCACY merch Buy us a Ko-fi
May 26, 2025 Episode 154: You're chopped liver
Links to things we mention: This includes Ravelry links! Anthro-Inspired Scarlet by Kim Cianci Yell by Marie Wallin Aal Ower Toorie by Shetland Guild of Spinner Knitters Weavers and Dyers Emily's Self-Drafted Shorts Woodland Walk Socks by This Handmade Life Olive Oyl Jumper by Helene Arnesen Buzzfeed Quiz: Which Flower Reflects Your True Self? Show notes Support and follow us: Instagram Pearl and Plum Etsy Our…
May 14, 2025 Episode 153: I'm in a burger era
Links to things we mention: This includes Ravelry links! Acre by Judith Brand Yell by Marie Wallin Intersection by Joanne Scrace Whin by Erin Ellis Aal Ower Toorie by Shetland Guild of Spinner Knitters Weavers and Dyers Which Met Gala Gown Encapsulates You? Show notes Support and follow us: Instagram Pearl and Plum Etsy Our Website Buy KCACY merch Buy us a Ko-fi
Apr 28, 2025 Episode 152: I fell on my face
Links to things we mention: This includes Ravelry links! Anthro-Inspired Scarlet by Kim Cianci Woodland Walk Socks by This Handmade Life Olive Oyl Jumper by Helene Arnesen Yell by Marie Wallin Aal Ower Toorie by Shetland Guild of Spinner Knitters Weavers and Dyers Emily's Sewing FOs Fleur by Melissa Clulow Which Disney Character Are You? Show notes Support and follow us: Instagram Pearl and Plum Etsy Our Website…
Apr 14, 2025 Episode 151: A Woolly Good Time
Together in Edinburgh for The Woolly Good Gathering! It was a brilliant and busy weekend. So of course we're chatting about the festival, our purchases and other fun things we got up to! Links to things we mention: This includes Ravelry links! Yell by Marie Wallin Acre by Judith Brand Whin by Erin Ellis (Moorit Issue 8) Fleur by Melissa Clulow Hatsuki by Revive Show notes Support and follow us: Instagram Pearl and…
Mar 10, 2025 Episode 150: Together in Florida
Links to things we mention: This includes Ravelry links! Woodland Walk Socks by This Handmade Life Sailboat Sun-suit by Vogue Knitting Olive Oly Jumper by Helene Arnesen Hatsuki by Revive Reconstructing History Costumes Virginia Beach Yarn Getaway Quiz: Which Beautiful Flower Are You? Show notes Support and follow us: Instagram Pearl and Plum Etsy Our Website Buy KCACY merch Buy us a Ko-fi
Feb 10, 2025 Episode 149: You're taking this very seriously
Links to things we mention: This includes Ravelry links! Whin by Erin Ellis Intersection by Joanne Scrace Yell by Marie Wallin Lento Jonna Helin Quiz: Which Christmas Villain Matches Your Vibe? Show notes Support and follow us: Instagram Pearl and Plum Etsy Our Website Buy KCACY merch Buy us a Ko-fi
Jan 30, 2025 Episode 148: I decided to be honest
Links to things we mention: This includes Ravelry links! Woodland Walk Socks by This Handmade Life Sailboat Sun-suit by Vogue Knitting Yell by Marie Wallin Lento Jonna Helin Emily's Thrift Flip Steamer Train Worsted by Ursula Almeida Brioche Starter Hat by Raina K A.N.T. (A New Take) by Aimee DeBaun Sailaway Cardigan by Marie Green Quiz: Which Christmas Villain Matches Your Vibe? Show notes Support and follow us:…
Jan 13, 2025 Episode 147: Happy 2025
Links to things we mention: This includes Ravelry links! Woodland Walk Socks by This Handmade Life Mitten Advent Calendar by Kathy Lewinski Sailboat Sun-suit by Vogue Knitting Intersection by Joanne Scrace Purple Ankle Warmers Going Vertical by Lisa Ellis Striped Homefront by Sidney Crabaugh Sutton Shawlette by Tori Yu Show notes Support and follow us: Instagram Pearl and Plum Etsy Our Website Buy KCACY merch Buy…
Dec 18, 2024 Episode 146: Nothing to sneeze at
Links to things we mention: This includes Ravelry links! Whin by Erin Ellis Mitten Advent Calendar by Kathy Lewinski A.N.T. by Aimee DeBaun Purse Socks # 14 The Tourist Shawl by Raina K Yell by Marie Wallin Christmas Snowflake Hat Christmas Chevron Hat Baa-able Hat 2 by Donna Smith Ankle Warmers Lento by Jonna Helin Quiz: Which Christmas Villain Matches Your Vibe? Show notes Support and follow us: Instagram Pearl…
Nov 20, 2024 Episode 145: The Thursday of the Year
Links to things we mention: This includes Ravelry links! Homefront by Sydney Crabaugh Tuck-In Blouse by Patons & Baldwin Mitten Advent Calendar by Kathy Lewinski Yell by Marie Wallin BriocheSis by Raina K Fish Hat [dead or alive?] by Thelma Egbert's Emily's Halloween Makes Triangle Stocking by Jenny Williams Quiz: Are You Elphaba or Glinda? Show notes Support and follow us: Instagram Pearl and Plum Etsy Our Website…
Oct 30, 2024 Episode 144: A Rhinebeck Recap
This is a short episode Vivian and Alyson recorded the day after their Rhinebeck weekend! You can watch the video version on YouTube for extra photos and video clips from the festival. Links to things we mention: NY Sheep and Wool Festival Merritt Bookstore Moorit Issue 7 Pictures from the weekend Bialo Padin Designs Cultivate The Doodle Knit Directory Book Show notes Support and follow us: Instagram Pearl and Plum…
Oct 12, 2024 Episode 143: This is my tragedy
Links to things we mention: This includes Ravelry links! Sutton Shawlette by Tori Yu Acre by Judith Brand Mitten Advent Calendar by Kathy Lewinski The Tourist Shawl by Raina K Triangle Stocking by Jenny Williams Lento by Jonna Helin Crozon by Lisa Chemery Henry's hat Quiz: What vegetable are you? Show notes Support and follow us: Instagram Pearl and Plum Etsy Our Website Buy KCACY merch Buy us a Ko-fi
Sep 25, 2024 Episode 142: Let's not strangle your mother
Links to things we mention: This includes Ravelry links! Tuck-In Blouse by Patons & Baldwin Homefront by Sydney Crabaugh Mitten Advent Calendar by Kathy Lewinski The Tourist Shawl by Raina K Crozon by Lisa Chemery Covesea Cowl by Emily K Williams Hermione's Everyday Socks by Erica Lueder 1930's Slacks Sewing Pattern by Mrs. Depew Emily's Tank Top Buzzfeed Quiz: What fall dessert are you? Show notes Support and…
Sep 8, 2024 Episode 141: A lot of undressing
Links to things we mention: This includes Ravelry links! Covesea Cowl by Emily K Williams Mitten Advent Calendar by Kathy Lewinski Funky Baby Kimono by melilab Lento by Jonna Helin Buzzfeed Quiz: What's Your Favorite Fantasy Movie Franchise? Moorit Issue 7 Show notes Support and follow us: Instagram Pearl and Plum Etsy Our Website Buy KCACY merch Buy us a Ko-fi
Aug 22, 2024 Episode 140: Then what's the point?
Links to things we mention: This includes Ravelry links! Funky Baby Kimono by melilab Covesea Cowl by Emily K Williams Mitten Advent Calendar by Kathy Lewinski Fairfield by Michele Wang Claigan by Claudia Dingle Foxtastic Pullover by Debbie Bliss Buzzfeed Quiz: Which Color and Tone Should You Wear? Show notes Support and follow us: Instagram Pearl and Plum Etsy Our Website Buy KCACY merch Buy us a Ko-fi
Jul 27, 2024 Episode 139: We're NOT together
Links to things we mention: This includes Ravelry links! Fairfield by Michele Wang Claigan by Claudia Dingle Tuck-In Blouse by Patons & Baldwin Hermione's Everyday Socks by Erica Lueder Woodland Walk Socks by this Handmade Life Homefront by Sydney Crabaugh Baby Sailor Outfit by Emily Buzzfeed Quiz: Discover Your Perfect Summer Destination Show notes Support and follow us: Instagram Pearl and Plum Etsy Our Website…
Jul 6, 2024 Episode 138: Am I just naming romance authors now?
Links to things we mention: This includes Ravelry links! Acre by Judith Brand Alyson's Scrappy Blanket Funky Baby Kimono by melilab Fairfield by Michele Wang Claigan by Claudia Dingle Covesea Cowl by Emily K Williams Buzzfeed Quiz: Bridgerton Sibling Soulmate Show notes Support and follow us: Instagram Pearl and Plum Etsy Our Website Buy KCACY merch Buy us a Ko-fi
Jun 25, 2024 Episode 137: Together in Michigan
Links to things we mention: This includes Ravelry links! Claigan by Claudia Dingle Fairfield by Michele Wang Yell by Marie Wallin Tuck-In Blouse by Patons & Baldwin Homefront by Sydney Crabaugh Emily's Sailor Blouse Baby Bear Balaclava by Pernille Larsen What Kind of Fairy Are You? Show notes Support and follow us: Instagram Pearl and Plum Etsy Our Website Buy KCACY merch Buy us a Ko-fi
Jun 13, 2024 Episode 136: Do you think an AI wrote this?
Links to things we mention: This includes Ravelry links! Fairfield by Michele Wang Baby Bear Balaclava by Pernille Larsen Lento by Joanna Helin La Résilience by Jessica Khochare Sutton Shawlette by Tori Yu Acre by Judith Brand Yell by Marie Wallin Islesburgh Toorie by The Doull Family What's Your Ideal Summer Aesthetic? Show notes Support and follow us: Instagram Pearl and Plum Etsy Our Website Buy KCACY merch Buy…
May 21, 2024 Episode 135: A Surprise Episode
New co-host, who dis?! Our occasional guest, Emily (aka Alyson's younger sister/ Vivian's 2nd daughter) has been promoted to the position of regular co-host! Emily will be trading off with Alyson to co-host the show with Vivian. Get ready for more projects (and sewing too) and lots more mother-daughter love 💕 Links to things we mention: This includes Ravelry links! Yell by Marie Wallin Claigan by Claudia Dingle…
May 8, 2024 Episode 134: A Woolly Good Report
Links to things we mention: This includes Ravelry links! Acre by Judith Brand Yell by Marie Wallin Claigan by Claudia Dingle Sequence Tank Top by Alicia Arroyo Blanco Replacement Hat Purse Socks #13 Buzzfeed The Woolly Good Gathering Show notes Support and follow us: Instagram Pearl and Plum Etsy Our Website Buy KCACY merch Buy us a Ko-fi
Apr 14, 2024 Episode 133: A Woolly Good Update
Links to things we mention: This includes Ravelry links! Acre by Judith Brand Yell by Marie Wallin Fairfield by Michele Wang Lento by Joanna Helin Sequence Tank Top by Alicia Arroyo Blanco Buzzfeed The Woolly Good Gathering Show notes Support and follow us: Instagram Pearl and Plum Etsy Our Website Buy KCACY merch Buy us a Ko-fi
Mar 12, 2024 Episode 132: The magic of blocking
Holy moly, we have a lot of projects to talk about! Well, Alyson has a lot of projects to talk about, surprisingly! The Archive KCAL has begun, so of course we share our progress on those projects. Plus a preview of the Moorit Issue 6 designs. Links to things we mention: This includes Ravelry links! Yell by Marie Wallin Acre by Judith Brand Fairfield by Michele Wang Lento by Joanna Helin Sequence Tank Top by Alicia…
Feb 21, 2024 Episode 131: A cat podcast
It's cables and brioche for Vivian today! She's working on a cabled cardigan, a brioche hat and finished a cabled hat and a brioche shawl. Phew! And Alyson's all cardigans: her nearly finished South Shore cardigan, and Vivian's cabled cardi is actually for Alyson. Plus it's time to start planning your Archive KCAL projects. Links to things we mention: This includes Ravelry links! Fairfield by Michele Wang Chess Hat…
Jan 14, 2024 Episode 130: Winning 2024
Congrats to the Moorit Makealong prize winner, Jbryanttoo! In other MAL news, Alyson finished her Kishie vest... ok so maybe it was a wee bit past the MAL end date. But at least that's an FO in the 2024 bank for Alyson to make up for the fact that she only finished 4 projects in 2023. Vivian on the other hand completed a whopping 24 projects last year! Links to things we mention: Sausage Dog Scarf by Elliyah Dyson…
Dec 9, 2023 Episode 129: I didn't read the instructions
It's the last month of the Moorit MAL! Alyson is nearly done with her Kishie vest... she might actually finish a project before the end of a craft-along! And Vivian has finished two projects, her Zanni top from Issue 4 and a pair of Whisky Society mittens from Issue 5. Links to things we mention: Kishie by Eline Alcocer [ Ravelry ] - Moorit #1 Zanni by Mary Beth Cryan [ Ravelry ] - Moorit #4 Whisky Society by…
Nov 13, 2023 Episode 128: Woolly Good news
We're both on a roll with our Moorit Make-along projects! Vivian is working on Zanni, a Spring/Summer top from Issue 4 and Alyson is working on Kishie, a basketweave vest from Issue 1. Links to things we mention: Kishie by Eline Alcocer [ Ravelry ] - Moorit #1 Mitten Advent Calendar by Kathy Lewinski [ Ravelry ] Zanni by Mary Beth Cryan [ Ravelry ] - Moorit #4 Velvety Wrap by Sweater Freak [ Ravelry ] July Hat by…
Oct 10, 2023 Episode 127: You math better!
We're both on a roll with our Moorit Make-along projects! Vivian is working on Zanni, a Spring/Summer top from Issue 4 and Alyson is working on Kishie, a basketweave vest from Issue 1. Links to things we mention: South Shore [ Ravelry ] by Kay Hopkins Velvety Wrap by Sweater Freak [ Ravelry ] Kishie by Eline Alcocer [ Ravelry ] - Moorit #1 Zanni by Mary Beth Cryan [ Ravelry ] - Moorit #4 Anders by Soren Kerr […
Sep 20, 2023 Episode 126: Together in Florida
Vivian and Alyson are in Florida together, you know what that means! We have a lovely 3rd host in Emily and a guest appearance by Quintin, the newest member of the family Links to things we mention: 14 Carat by Michelle Hunter [ Ravelry ] Tuck-in Blouse by Patons & Baldwins [ Ravelry ] Sage Shrug by Zeens and Roger [ Ravelry ] South Shore [ Ravelry ] by Kay Hopkins Velvety Wrap by Sweater Freak [ Ravelry ] Twylla…
Aug 23, 2023 Episode 125: Geomeric?
You wouldn't know it from ALL the projects Vivian has been beavering away on, but she does have one cabled project to show off: her Folklore cardi! Plus a bit of color work in the form of both a WIP and an FO. Alyson meanwhile is trundling along with her not so sage Sage shrug. Links to things we mention: Sydänmaa Mittens [ Ravelry ] by Hanna Leväniemid Velvety Wrap by Sweater Freak [ Ravelry ] Mitten Garland…
Jul 16, 2023 Episode 124: Cables are the new color work
You wouldn't know it from ALL the projects Vivian has been beavering away on, but she does have one cabled project to show off: her Folklore cardi! Plus a bit of color work in the form of both a WIP and an FO. Alyson meanwhile is trundling along with her not so sage Sage shrug. Links to things we mention: Mitten Garland Advent Calendar by Kathy Lewinski [ Ravelry ] Candy Corn Dog Sweater by Jodi Luanda [ Ravelry ]…
Jun 23, 2023 Episode 123: All the cat news
Both Vivian and Alyson have a new project on the go, but no finished objects to speak of... that's because we were too busy on a little family vacation. We spent a few days on the Isle of Arran and had the best time, so do excuse us for having a little chat about that. Links to things we mention: Sage Shrug [ Ravelry ] by Zeens and Roger Misurina by Caitlin Hunter [ Ravelry ] Chanterelle Cowl [ Ravelry ] by Maud…
May 17, 2023 Episode 122: The floodgates have opened
The Archive KCAL is now over, and miracle of miracles... Alyson has finished her project! Wee Bonny the Puffin is just the cutest thing. Hopefully new baby loves it. And more novelties, Vivian is working on a bit of crochet. Links to things we mention: South Shore [ Ravelry ] by Kay Hopkins [ Ravelry ] Misurina by Caitlin Hunter [ Ravelry ] Mitten Garland Advent Calendar by Kathy Lewinski [ Ravelry ] Bonny Puffin…
May 1, 2023 Episode 121: Never finish anything
The Archive KCAL has ended... anyone want to guess which of us didn't finish their project? Surprise (not surprise), Alyson is still working on Bonny Puffin, but she is shaping up pretty well! And Vivian has indeed finished her Hand in Hand Vest which is an extra accomplishment since she basically made it one and a half times over. Links to things we mention: Mitten Garland Advent Calendar by Kathy Lewinski […
Apr 10, 2023 Episode 120: I love potatoes!
This is a Vivian-centric episode, but who'd be mad about that?! She's making good progress on her Hand-in-Hand vest after using the wrong needle for the entire front panel. But Alyson has a bit of behind the scenes chat about Moorit Issue 5. Links to things we mention: Buzzfeed quiz Hand-in-Hand Sweater Vest by Kathy Zimmerman [ Ravelry ] Dynamic Wave Hat by Marly Bird [ Ravelry ] Show notes with photos Support and…
Mar 29, 2023 Episode 119: Together again
What a treat, we're together in Edinburgh! We've got some brief crafty content, plus a bit about our time at the Scottish Wool Producers Showcase in Perth. Links to things we mention: Buzzfeed quiz Hand-in-Hand Sweater Vest by Kathy Zimmerman [ Ravelry ] Bonny Puffin by Yanina Schankel [ Ravelry ] Dynamic Wave Hat by Marly Bird [ Ravelry ] Show notes with photos Support and follow us: Instagram Pearl and Plum Etsy…
Mar 11, 2023 Episode 118: I Don't Like Nuts in My Ice Cream
Vivian has been a busy bee with all her WIPs but neither of us have an FOs to show for all our crafting. And we chat about Vivian's move from colourwork to cables. Links to things we mention: Buzzfeed quiz Bonny Puffin by Yanina Schankel [ Ravelry ] Hand-in-Hand Sweater Vest by Kathy Zimmerman [ Ravelry ] Traquair Hat by Amanda B. Collins [ Ravelry ] Dynamic Wave Hat by Marly Bird [ Ravelry ] Folklore by Amy…
Feb 28, 2023 Episode 117: I have a craft room!
Vivian has been a busy bee with all her WIPs but neither of us have an FOs to show for all our crafting. And we chat about Vivian's move from colourwork to cables. Links to things we mention: Bonny Puffin by Yanina Schankel [ Ravelry ] Hand-in-Hand Sweater Vest by Kathy Zimmerman [ Ravelry ] Traquair Hat by Amanda B. Collins [ Ravelry ] South Shore cardigan [ Ravelry ] Folklore by Amy Gunderson [ Ravelry ] Advent…
Feb 13, 2023 Episode 116: More Cables!
Links to things we mention: Bonny Puffin by Yanina Schankel [ Ravelry ] Hand-in-Hand Sweater Vest by Kathy Zimmerman [ Ravelry ] South Shore cardigan [ Ravelry ] Folklore by Amy Gunderson [ Ravelry ] Clinton Creek Hat by Irina Anikeeva [ Ravelry ] Moorit Show notes with photos Support and follow us: Instagram Pearl and Plum Etsy Our Website Buy KCACY merch Buy us a Ko-fi
Jan 27, 2023 Episode 115: Together in Amsterdam
WE'RE IN AMSTERDAM! Somebody pinch me... So we find ourselves in the Netherlands together, and what a wonderful trip it has been. It is both of our first time in Amsterdam, so there's been much sight seeing and admiring of canals and buildings. But we couldn't help recording a short episode together. It's a bit light on the crafty content, but we did visit a few yarn shops (and not just Stephen & Penelope). Links…
Jan 11, 2023 Episode 114: Happy 2023
Happy new year, friends! We're taking a look back on our 2022 projects, and Vivian is the clear Finished Objects winner. And we're making good progress on our 2023 makes. Both Vivian and Alyson are still knitting their cardigans. Plus, the Archive KCAL is coming down the pipeline. Links to things we mention: Buzzfeed Quiz Folklore by Amy Gunderson [ Ravelry ] Mitten Garland Advent Calendar by Kathy Lewinski […
Dec 17, 2022 Episode 113: Drinkable custard
Happy holidays, everyone!! This is our last episode of the year and it's full of some goodies like mini mittens and novelty cat butt hold coasters haha! And Vivian, in usual fashion, has a ton of new hats to show off. Links to things we mention: Buzzfeed Quiz South Shore cardigan [ Ravelry ] Peeking Cat Butt Coaster [ Ravelry ] Mitten Garland Advent Calendar [ Ravelry ] Suburban Wrap [Ravelry ] Anthology [ Ravelry…
Nov 22, 2022 Episode 112: Freaky Friday
Is it opposite day? In a stunning turn of events, Alyson is knitting and Vivian is crocheting. But no matter, there's only love for both crafts on this podcast. Vivian is working on a crocheted version of the knitted Pop Blanket-- it's going much better than the original which was hibernating for a couple years. And Alyson is tackling a knitted cardigan! Links to things we mention: Buzzfeed Quiz BriocheSis […
Nov 7, 2022 Episode 111: Because I'm a Millennial
Back to our usual transatlantic format, I'm afraid! But there's lots of crafty content to be had. Alyson has revived a colorful old WIP and even has a finished objects. It's actually a hat heavy episode because Vivian has finished two hats as well! Links to things we mention: Buzzfeed Quiz Moraine Lake Cowl by DJ Poolet [ Ravelry ] Suburban Wrap by Joji Locatelli [ Ravelry ] Folklore by Amy Gunderson [ Ravelry ]…
Oct 21, 2022 Episode 110: RHINEBECK!
It's an extra extra extra special episode. Not only are we together again (twice in two months!), but we're together in Rhinebeck, home of the yarn famous New York State Sheep & Wool Festival! We had an amazing time together, and with our Rhinebeck housemates. The Sheep & Wool Festival, as well as Folk & Folk (a yarn and music festival) were incredible. We've struggled to capture in words how truly wonderful it all…
Sep 29, 2022 Episode 109: The together episode
It's a special together in Scotland episode! Vivian has been helping out Alyson with Moorit and vending at the Perth Festival of Yarn. We both had so many good chats with folks at the show, and of course, we both did a bit of shopping! In actual crafting news, Vivian has finished her Sailaway cardigan in record time. Links to things we mention: Buzzfeed Quiz Bonnie Island Hat by Linda Shearer [ Ravelry ] Sailaway…
Aug 27, 2022 Episode 108: Yarn bra
The August episode is here! Lots of progress has been made on both Vivian and Alyson's assigned pooling shawls. Plus, unsurprisingly, Vivian has lots of other knitty bits to share. Links to things we mention: Buzzfeed Quiz Sailaway by Marie Greene [ Ravelry ] Float by Dawn Barker [ Ravelry ] Jaeger by Arne and Carlos [ Ravelry ] BriocheSis by Raina K [ Ravelry ] Christmas ornaments by Valya Boutenko [ Ravelry ]…
Jul 14, 2022 Episode 107: I don't have any bobs either
Oopsie! We've been sitting on this episode for a few weeks, so some of our Stranger Things comments is a little out of date. Also apologies for anyone who doesn't watch Stranger Things... this is one Buzzfeed quiz that might not make much sense to you! But we've got crafty content for you, including both Alyson and Vivian's assigned color pooling shawls. Links to things we mention: Buzzfeed Quiz Float by Dawn…
Jun 9, 2022 Episode 106: It looks great in this light
The 2022 Archive KCAL is officially over. Congrats to our winner, emthom26. And many thanks to our giveaway sponsor, Yarningham for donating the prize. Yarningham is the UK's only Black led yarn festival. Tickets are on sale now for the 2022 show taking place in Birmingham on 9 & 10 July. But the real news is that Vivian completed three Archive KCAL projects... Alyson finished none... oops. Links to things we…
May 22, 2022 Episode 105: It's fine to state the obvious
Vivian is the crafting star of this episode! Her pullover shawl not-a-poncho, All Points South, is growing. And the sweater for her mom is a finished object. Well sorts almost nearly a finished object. Links to things we mention: Buzzfeed Quiz All Points South by Casapinka [ Ravelry ] Grand Forks Pullover by Cheryl Chow [ Ravelry ] Sew Yarnilicious Plum Tree Yarn Shop Show notes with photos Support and follow us:…
May 2, 2022 Episode 104: Lots of frogging
Our WIPs are coming along nicely despite the frogging. Finished Objects are another story altogether! No crochet or knitting FOs in sight! But Alyson did revive an old needle felting project from the dead... Links to things we mention: Buzzfeed Quiz Meg's Wrap by Julie Blagojevich[ Ravelry ] Grand Forks Pullover by Cheryl Chow [ Ravelry ] Twylla by Rachel Coopey [ Ravelry ] All Points South by Casapinka [ Ravelry ]…
Apr 13, 2022 Episode 103: That's the amount of color
So many things to talk about! Alyson has an WIP and an FO to chat about. And Vivian has not just a new WIP, but also three finished objects! If you're participating in the Archive KCAL be sure to use #ArchiveKCAL2022 on social media. Links to things we mention: Buzzfeed Quiz Meg's Wrap by Julie Blagojevich[ Ravelry ] Grand Forks Pullover by Cheryl Chow [ Ravelry ] Twylla by Rachel Coopey [ Ravelry ] Winston…
Mar 26, 2022 Episode 102: It's cool garbage
We're still working on our Archive KCAL projects and making good progress! Vivian has a whole finished Mīlēt mitten and Alyson has nearly finished the first segment of her altered Meg's Wrap. Alyson also goes on a wee bit of a beach-combing tangent 🐚 Links to things we mention: Buzzfeed Quiz Meg's Wrap by Julie Blagojevich[ Ravelry ] Mīlēt by Isolda Teague [ Ravelry ] Winston cardigan by La Maison Rililie […
Mar 6, 2022 Episode 101: Celtic knots... but (k)not
But more importantly, we're scheming for our Archive KCAL projects! The Knit and Crochet Along will be running from March to May and we'd love for you to join us! Just use #ArchiveKCAL2022 or join in on Ravelry. Links to things we mention: Buzzfeed Quiz Winston cardigan by La Maison Rililie [ Ravelry ] 373 Cardigan by Pierrot Yarns [ Ravelry ] Firefall Toque by Amy Christoffers [ Ravelry] Meg's Wrap by Julie…
Feb 14, 2022 Episode 100: 5 years and 100 episodes later
een 100 episodes of us babbling and taking Buzzfeed quizzes? Oh, yeah and crafting too! Vivian has been crazy busy, with three WIPs and four FOs!!! Links to things we mention: Buzzfeed Quiz Leni by Isabell Kraemer [ Ravelry ] Firefall Toque by Amy Christoffers [ Ravelry ] Winston cardigan by La Maison Rililie [ Ravelry ] Shepherdess socks by Clarisabeth Lopez Rodriguez [ Ravelry ] Vintersol sweater by Jennifer…
Jan 25, 2022 Episode 99: I can be cool again
We're in Michigan together! Vivian has some brand new WIPs and Alyson has finished her Jade Dress just in time to wear to the wedding next week. Enter our 5 Year Podiversary Giveaway! Just comment below, letting us know your result from the Buzzfeed quiz; are you a Vivian or an Alyson? Get a bonus entry by reviewing the podcast on Apple Podcasts (or any other podcast review site), then send a screenshot to…
Dec 19, 2021 Episode 98: Finally in Michigan
We're together again for Thanksgiving! Please excuse the short episode and less than ideal sound quality. Luckily, Vivian is carrying the team, and has started a new project to chat about. Links to things we mention: Buzzfeed Quiz Vintersol by Jennifer Steingass [ Ravelry ] Herzblattbeanie by DUCATHI [ Ravelry ] Jade Dress by Natasha Robarge [ Ravelry ] Sprites' Fen shawl by Helen Stewart [ Ravelry ] Show notes…
Nov 27, 2021 Episode 97: The one in Boston
We're together again for Thanksgiving! Please excuse the short episode and less than ideal sound quality. Luckily, Vivian is carrying the team, and has started a new project to chat about. Links to things we mention: Buzzfeed Quiz Jade Dress by Natasha Robarge[ Ravelry ] Vintersol by Jennifer Steingass [ Ravelry ] Herzblattbeanie by DUCATHI [ Ravelry ] Show notes with photos Support and follow us: Instagram Etsy…
Nov 7, 2021 Episode 96: Pretty genius
We're changing things up just a little bit and jumping right into our crafty content at the top of the episode with the Buzzfeed quiz in the middle. Alyson has started a new project for the Moorit AW21 CAL and Vivian has finally finished her Spector sweater. Links to things we mention: Buzzfeed Quiz Jade Dress by Natasha Robarge[ Ravelry ] Shepherdess Socks by Clarisabeth Lopez Rodriguez [ Ravelry ] #mooritAW21CAL…
Oct 23, 2021 Episode 95: I am so done with skinny jeans
Alyson is reliably, still working on her Jade Dress, but she has also started a new project. Rejoice! And reliably, Vivian is starting a new colorwork yoke sweater. Links to things we mention: Buzzfeed Quiz Jade Dress by Natasha Robarge[ Ravelry ] Moraine Lake Cowl by DJ Poolet [ Ravelry ] Spector Pullover by Joji Locatelli [ Ravelry ] Vintersol by Jennifer Steingass [ Ravelry ] October Hat by Sloane Rosenthal […
Oct 9, 2021 Episode 94: You can't see my face, but I'm smiling
The ghost of knitting past is back to haunt Alyson, but she's totally a pro now. Just kidding, she drops a stitch while recording this episode (lol). But in better news, her Jade dress is looking less like a bolero and more like a crop top. And Vivian even has a new project to talk about... at least someone is managing to present FOs around here! Links to things we mention: Buzzfeed Quiz Jade Dress by Natasha…
Sep 30, 2021 Episode 93: Stop embarrassing me
Vivian has been carrying the team these days while Alyson has been working her tail off with Moorit! So look forward to lots of lovely knitted projects. Plus the return of Nerdtastic where we chat about the latest Marvel movie, Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings. Links to things we mention: Buzzfeed Quiz Sprite's Fen Shawl by Helen Stewart [ Ravelry ] Spector Pullover by Joji Locatelli [ Ravelry ] Moorit…
Sep 14, 2021 Episode 92: Looks familiar
It's a special we're-in-the-same-place episode! Vivian is visiting the UK to help Alyson out at the Sweater Weather yarn festival in Farnham Maltings. We had a great time (which we'll chat about in another episode). But this is just a little pre-show catch-up we recorded while we were still in Edinburgh. Links to things we mention: Buzzfeed Quiz Jade Dress by Natasha Robarge [ Ravelry ] Sprite's Fen Shawl by Helen…
Aug 24, 2021 Episode 91: The best dressed bear in college
In good news, Vivian has finished her Folklore cardigan! And Bear Bear has a matching sweater... it's just too cute for words. In not as great news, Alyson is starting again on her dress. Whoops! And in best news, Alyson and Vivian will both be at Sweater Weather from 10-11 September 2021. Links to things we mention: Buzzfeed Quiz Jade Dress by Natasha Robarge [ Ravelry ] Sprite's Fen Shawl by Helen Stewart […
Aug 9, 2021 Episode 90: I just live on the edge
The wedding projects continue! Alyson's bridesmaid dress looks more like a bolero, but that's something. And Vivian has cast on a special shawl for the bride herself. Alyson is also sharing the samples of all the Moorit Issue 1 designs!! There's just so much crochet goodness. Links to things we mention: Buzzfeed Quiz Jade Dress by Natasha Robarge [ Ravelry ] Sprite's Fen Shawl by Helen Stewart [ Ravelry ] Spector…
Jul 25, 2021 Episode 89: She said yes
It's a special episode because Alyson and Vivian are together! And joined by Emily! We're in Florida to celebrate Emily's recent engagement, so there's plenty of wedding dress talk as well as knitting, crochet and sewing. Links to things we mention: Buzzfeed Quiz Jade Dress by Natasha Robarge [ Ravelry ] 373 Cardigan by Pierrot (Gosyo Co., Ltd) [ Ravelry ] Folklore Cardigan by Amy Gunderson [ Ravelry ] Spector…
Jul 8, 2021 Episode 88: I dropped my ears
Shockingly, Alyson has been doing some knitting! But it's about time she's gotten around to it in order to finish her 373 Cardi. But never fear, there's a new crochet project being hooked up too. And Vivian has also started a new project with the yarn that was previously her Find Your Fade shawl (R.I.P.) Links to things we mention: Buzzfeed Quiz 373 Cardigan by Pierrot (Gosyo Co., Ltd) [ Ravelry ] Jade Dress by…
Jun 20, 2021 Episode 87: Vaccination Donuts
Vivian is making very good progress with her Taylor Swift inspired cardi AND she's also started a new project. Alyson meanwhile is celebrating small victories... she's sewn together some sleeves. Slow and steady wins the race... right?! Links to things we mention: Buzzfeed Quiz 373 Cardigan by Pierrot (Gosyo Co., Ltd) [ Ravelry ] Folklore Cardigan by Amy Gunderson [ Ravelry ] Da Crofter's Kep by Wilma Malcolmson […
Jun 9, 2021 Episode 86: You're gonna get stuck
Vivian is still making progress on her Taylor Swift "Folkore" cardigan and she also has a new project that's already finished! Alyson meanwhile can finally talk about her second ever magazine published design. Her Alfresco Tank was published in Interweave Crochet earlier this month! Links to things we mention: Buzzfeed Quiz Folklore Cardigan by Amy Gunderson [ Ravelry ] Rainbow Blue Chullo Hat by Janet Stimson […
May 26, 2021 Episode 85: LIVE from unravel
In a special edition of Keep Calm and Carry Yarn, we hosted a live episode to celebrate the start of this year's unravel... a festival of yarn. It's got all the same stuff you love: Buzzfeed quiz, WIPs, FOs and general banter. But we also hear (and see) a bit from our live audience too! Links to things we mention: Buzzfeed Quiz Folklore Cardigan by Amy Gunderson [ Ravelry ] Rainbow Blue Chullo Hat by Janet Stimson…
May 5, 2021 Episode 84: Improper YouTubers
The 2021 rendition of the Archive KCAL is now over! Thank you to every one who joined along. We loved seeing all your knitting and crochet projects and even quite a few FOs! Which is more than Alyson can say because both of her projects are still WIPs... oops! But Vivian did manage to finish her gorgeous Lovage Sweater replete with colorwork. Links to things we mention: Buzzfeed Quiz 373 Cardigan by Pierrot (Gosyo…
Apr 20, 2021 Episode 83: There's a cat wandering around
It's the final days of the 2021 Archive KCAL, and it looks like neither of us is going to have an FO to show for it! But Vivian is so so close, with just one sleeve to finish her Lovage sweater. Alyson meanwhile, has turned her attention to a hibernating WIP, if only for a short while. Links to things we mention: Buzzfeed Quiz Modern C2C Christmas Afghan by Jess Coppam[ Ravelry ] Lovage by Marie Wallin [ Ravelry ]…
Apr 6, 2021 Episode 82: We're so charming
We got our Nerdtastic on a bit early today with a chat about Bridgerton because we're doing a Bridgerton Buzzfeed quiz! Have you been intrigued by Lady Whistledown's papers? Both Alyson and Vivian are making progress on their Archive KCAL projects; they're both on to the sleeves of their makes. And there's lots of chat to go around including a few of our favorite things. Links to things we mention: Buzzfeed Quiz…
Mar 19, 2021 Episode 81: Down below bits
This is just a steadily making progress kinda episode. Vivian has made a decision on how she's going to finish her Sagitta shawl and Alyson is nearly done with her Blurred Lines... or is she? Plus, a small announcement; Alyson will be hanging out in the lounge of Indie Across the Pond on Sunday 21st March at 11:00 EST to talk about Moorit. You can still buy a ticket here ! Links to things we mention: Buzzfeed Quiz…
Mar 6, 2021 Episode 80: Your head will explore
Links to things we mention: Buzzfeed Quiz Lovage by Marie Wallin [ Ravelry ] 373 Cardigan by Pierrot (Gosyo Co., Ltd) [ Ravelry ] Strawberry Shortcake Top by Natalia McHayle [ Ravelry ] George Street Jumper by Alyson [ Ravelry ] Show notes with photos Support and follow us: Instagram Etsy Our Website Buy KCACY merch Buy us a Ko-fi
Feb 21, 2021 Episode 79: Dirty eggplant
Both Vivian and Alyson are making progress on their Archive KCAL projects, are you?! Plus Vivian is getting closer to finishing her adapted Sagitta Shawl and Alyson finished her pair of Bernie inspired mittens. There's a Moorit update with lots of interesting tidbits about the history of crochet in Scotland. And we're inviting our listeners to send us their stories about their Unfinished Objects! We'd love to hear…
Feb 6, 2021 Episode 78: When it rains, it pours
After a couple episodes of being a bit light on the WIPs and FOs, we have lots of crafty content to talk about today! There are some old WIPs, but Alyson and Vivian have both started to swatch for their Archive KCAL projects. They're both going to attempt sweaters, but will they finish them by the end of the KCAL? Probably not... Vivian has finished (and is wearing) her Comfort Zone Poncho, and Alyson has finished…
Jan 22, 2021 Episode 77: I'm going with Gumby
In which we mostly chat about our plans for the Archive KCAL! The knit and crochet along kicks off on Feb 1st. Rifle through all those patterns you've been meaning to make for ages, and join us in finally getting one of them done! Alyson will be challenging herself with a combo crochet and knitted cardigan. And Vivian (no surprise) will be casting on a colorwork sweater. What will you make? Links to things we…
Jan 8, 2021 Episode 76: Can a shawl be inside out?
It's the last episode of 2020! We're both feeling a little bit festive and excited to be chatting. Alyson has made some very solid progress on her 2020 Mood scarf and Vivian has started another gorgeous Sagitta shawl. And we both have FOs of our designs to share. Alyson can finally talk about her first ever magazine commission; it's the George Street Jumper for Crochet Now. And Vivian designed a super cute…
Dec 17, 2020 Episode 75: No frogs will touch this sweater
It's the last episode of 2020! We're both feeling a little bit festive and excited to be chatting. Alyson has made some very solid progress on her 2020 Mood scarf and Vivian has started another gorgeous Sagitta shawl. And we both have FOs of our designs to share. Alyson can finally talk about her first ever magazine commission; it's the George Street Jumper for Crochet Now. And Vivian designed a super cute…
Nov 25, 2020 Episode 74: You're the editor-in-chief
Happy Thanksgiving to our American friends and listeners! We have a lot to talk about today. Vivian has started a new project and Alyson is making headway on her BIPOC MAL 2020 top. Vivian also has a couple FOs... including a sock fail story. If you're a long time listener, you might be able to guess what mistake she has made. And the big news, is that Alyson is launching a new crochet magazine! Hello, Ms.…
Nov 6, 2020 Episode 73: Short and sweet
Links to things we mention: Buzzfeed Quiz Blurred Lines Sweater by Deanne Ramsay [ Ravelry ] Strawberry Shortcake Top by Natalie McHayle [ Ravelry ] Aleï Wrap by Berangere Cailliau [ Ravelry ] Arboreal Sweater by Jennifer Steingass [ Ravelry ] Support and follow us: Instagram Etsy Our Website Buy KCACY merch Buy us a Ko-fi Theme music: Carpe Diem Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By…
Oct 21, 2020 Episode 72: Happy as a clam
Call it Fall or Autumn, it's here! We're both fans of the season, so we're celebrating with an autumnal quiz first up. Vivian is working away on her sweaters, plus she's cast on a new speckly WIP. Alyson's been a bit naughty and has nothing new to show, just project bags of secret things or things without progress– oops! But she is modelling a new T-shirt design! Links to things we mention: Buzzfeed Quiz Just Float…
Oct 8, 2020 Episode 71: Yzma's not his mom
Crafty content levels are high today! Alyson and Vivian both have new WIPs on the go. Alyson has made a start on her project for the 2020 BIPOC MAL being hosted by Desamour Designs and Vivian is making another (all together now) color work yoke sweater! Plus Vivian has not one, not two, but three finished objects! Someone's been a busy bee. Links to things we mention: Buzzfeed Quiz Just Float Sweater by Stephanie…
Sep 19, 2020 Episode 70: The Cat Episode
Please excuse the cat related interruptions in this episode! Sushi makes an appearance, so of course we talk about her, and we also talk about Vivian's new instagram account for the cats! But don't worry, we're also talking about our crafting. Alyson has started a new sweater, and Vivian (of course) is juggling two color work sweaters. Full show notes with photos Links to things we mention: Buzzfeed Quiz Korppi…
Aug 22, 2020 Episode 69: Beer Sweater
Surprising absolutely no one, Vivian has started another colorwork sweater! But that also means she's done with the Sinister Catdigan, complete with a custom pocket (Oooo! Ahhh!). And in a shocking turn of events... Alyson has started a knitting project?! Full show notes with photos Links to things we mention: Buzzfeed Quiz Humulus by Isabell Kraemer [ Ravelry ] Holberton Mitts by Made & Worn [ Ravelry ] Sinister…
Aug 2, 2020 Episode 68: I'm not afraid of a little frog
We're getting a hang of this video thing! Alyson and Vivian are taking it turns with the crafty content. It's all WIPs for Vivian and all FOs for Alyson! Plus Alyson shares some other yarny things she's been working on (pssst... it's really cool merch). Full show notes with photos Links to things we mention: Buzzfeed Quiz #08 Open Cardigan by Yoko Hatta [ Ravelry ] Sinister Catdigan by Marna Gilligan of An Caitín…
Jul 11, 2020 Episode 67: I'm really happy with it, I'm just not happy
We're getting a hang of this video thing! Alyson and Vivian are taking it turns with the crafty content. It's all WIPs for Vivian and all FOs for Alyson! Plus Alyson shares some other yarny things she's been working on (pssst... it's really cool merch). Full show notes with photos Links to things we mention: Buzzfeed Quiz Just Float by Stephanie Lotven of Tellybean Knits [ Ravelry ] Sinister Catdigan by Marna…
Jun 20, 2020 Episode 66: In my head I was thinking oxen
This is another video episode (you can see our faces). Check out our YouTube channel if you're interested in watching along, or listen to the audio only version on your favorite podcasting app. There's some old standbys in our WIPS, two fingering weight, colorwork sweaters for Vivian (no surprises there), and Alyson's Tunisian shawl from The Crochet Project. Which means insightful listeners/viewers will know Vivian…
May 22, 2020 Episode 65: Like a magician?
Alyson is finished with her Tunisian De Danann shawl. And we've both got some unusual crafts to talk about. Alyson has a knitted FO, and Vivian is talking about quilting. Let us keep you company while you social distance! And be sure to check out the YouTube channel for this episode because we've recorded actual video again! Quiz: https://bzfd.it/3gd0uzc Find Your Fade: https://bit.ly/2WyTqnp Sinister Catdigan:…
May 6, 2020 Episode 64: It makes sense in my head
The Archive KCAL is over, and we're celebrating by picking not one, but two lucky crafters to receive some lovely prizes! Vivian has been a knitting machine, with three WIPs on the go, including a new one. Alyson meanwhile is still chugging along on her De Danann shawl. And both have rather interesting FOs... sort of "non-FO FOs"... or is it "second time around FOs"? You can be the judge of that! Quiz:…
Apr 20, 2020 Episode 63: You can see our faces
It's a first for us... we're doing a video episode from our two locations! Never fear, audio only listeners, you can still listen to the podcast on your favorite podcast app. But if the sight of our beautiful faces and projects aren't enough to entice you, one of the cats also makes a surprise guest appearance ;) Quiz: https://bzfd.it/3eAjAOK De Danann shawl: https://bit.ly/2xKYso8 Endless Rose cowl:…
Apr 4, 2020 Episode 62: I think I'm everyone's cup of tea
Let's stay home together! And what better thing to do while you're staying home than knitting and crocheting? The Archive KCAL is still going and Alyson has two FOs for the KCAL! Vivian meanwhile has abandoned her new knitting technique from last episode in favor of the Jacquard Ladderback technique. Quiz: https://bzfd.it/39ILdBN Endless Rose cowl: https://bit.ly/37uZcL2 Sinister Catdigan: https://bzfd.it/2TgPo1p…
Mar 22, 2020 Episode 61: Supe Dupe
We have cats! Sinister cats, that is... on Vivian's Sinister Catdigan. And the joys of a knitter trying to explain the STUART method of color knitting to a crocheter. It's fascinating stuff! And Alyson is soooo close to finishing her Chain Reaction Afghan. Quiz: https://bzfd.it/2xiyIPC Chain Reaction blanket: https://bit.ly/2t1p9Tw Endless Rose cowl: https://bit.ly/37uZcL2 Sinister Catdigan: https://bzfd.it/2TgPo1p…
Mar 6, 2020 Episode 60: White cat white cat black cat
The Archive KCAL is ticking along. Both Alyson and Vivian are making small steps in finishing their projects. But Vivian is mostly excited about really getting going with her Sinister Catdigan. No surprises there; it's to do with cats! And Alyson is sharing thoughts and acquisitions from Unravel... a festival of yarn. Quiz: https://bzfd.it/2Iq2VPk Chain Reaction blanket: https://bit.ly/2t1p9Tw Endless Rose cowl:…
Feb 26, 2020 Episode 59: Three Year Podiversary
We can hardly believe we've been chatting your ears off for three years now! Thank you so much for everyone who has joined us over the years. We love hearing from you whether that's on Instagram, Ravelry or in person. To celebrate three years, we're hosting an extra special giveaway on our Instagram and Ravelry (scroll down for more details). We also hope you enjoy the extra special Buzzfeed quiz we made just for…
Jan 27, 2020 Episode 58: BAM! BAM! BAM!
Vivian is getting really far into her East Coast Girl cardi and Alyson has tried a new craft—machine knitting! And both share their WIPs for the Archive KCAL which has begun and will be running until Apr 24th. As well, some thoughts from Vogue Knitting Live 2020 in New York City. Quiz: https://bzfd.it/37szDu6 East Coast Girl cardigan: https://bit.ly/34qYOf8 De Danann shawl: https://bit.ly/37GNL2u Bubbly Brioche…
Jan 6, 2020 Episode 57: There's No Chocolate
What would the first episode of the year be without a moment to reflect on all of our finished FOs from the past year? Featuring a debate on whether the majority of Vivian's 2019 FOs include colorwork hehe! In the meantime, Vivian is making good headway with her East Coast Girl cardigan, thankfully whilst not going blind. And Alyson might be embracing triangle shawls?! Quiz: https://bzfd.it/39KVpuP East Coast Girl…
Dec 18, 2019 Episode 56: 91% Arbitrary
Merry Christmas everyone! We have just one December episode for you this month. Festive things to look forward too include contemplating US and UK differences in holiday lexicon and a holiday FO. Be on the lookout for details on our upcoming Archive KCAL which starts in January! Quiz: https://bzfd.it/2PxZRol East Coast Girl cardigan: https://bit.ly/34qYOf8 Distant Star shawl: https://bit.ly/38NsVzY Coraline socks:…
Nov 27, 2019 Episode 55: A Skort For My Belly
Happy Thanksgiving to our American listeners! We're taking a tour through a typical Thanksgiving dinner via a Buzzfeed quiz (obviously), so maybe don't listen if you're very hungry!! Both Vivian and Alyson have started new WIPs; one is a longer term project and the other an original design. And both Vivian and Alyson also have big FOs! Quiz: https://bzfd.it/34mnBkq POP blanket: https://bit.ly/2KZOlzv East Coast…
Nov 7, 2019 Episode 54: Boy, am I a nerd
Our Buzzfeed quiz is starting to implode on itself... this week we find out what type of Buzzfeed quiz we are?! As for craft content, Vivian's shawl game is on point, with a nearly finished Bubble Brioche and a finished Sagitta! Alyson meanwhile is sooooo close to finishing her Tunisian sweater. Quiz: https://bzfd.it/32oJ9uX Bubbly Brioche: https://bit.ly/35IRGvx Cœur battant sweater: https://bit.ly/2LHNAfx Sagitta…
Oct 24, 2019 Episode 53: I Thought They Were Cookies
Slow and steady, right? We both have the exact same WIPs as last episode (and no FOs). But we're full of chat about a LYS in Maine and some fun woolly facts from Alyson's new book club segment. Quiz: https://bzfd.it/32LKtca Bubbly Brioche: https://bit.ly/35IRGvx Cœur battant sweater: https://bit.ly/2LHNAfx Mother of Purl: https://bit.ly/2qJYSrz This Golden Fleece: https://amzn.to/2PcuSPb INSTAGRAM:…
Oct 16, 2019 Episode 52: At a McDonald's Parking Lot
Vivian is recording from an unusual location because she doesn't have wifi at the new house yet! But we're bringing you the usual content... WIPs, FOs and movie recommendations. Quiz: https://bzfd.it/32mDp5M Bubbly Brioche: https://bit.ly/35IRGvx Cœur battant sweater: https://bit.ly/2LHNAfx Triangle stocking: https://bit.ly/2kiVtwZ INSTAGRAM: https://instagram.com/kcacypodcast ETSY: http://pearlandplum.etsy.com…
Sep 21, 2019 Episode 51: Hufflepuffs Are Hungry
It's Christmas in September! Both Alyson and Vivian are working on Christmas themed WIPs, but one is going to be finished by Christmas and one definitely won't be. They are also both hard at work on their own sweaters, coincidentally, both in blue. Plus Vivian even has a totally new FO. --------- Quiz: https://bzfd.it/2ksGBMi Triangle stocking: https://bit.ly/2kiVtwZ East Coast Girl: https://bit.ly/2mmdvPl Cœur…
Sep 6, 2019 Episode 50: Following Blindly
Goodbye summer, hello September! We've both had busy Augusts, Vivian with her move to Virginia and Alyson with the Edinburgh Fringe. But we've also managed to do a bit of crafting. Alyson is still chugging away at her Tunisian crochet sweater, as well as something we'll term "miscellaneous." And Vivian isn't quite so done with her Sagitta shawl as she thought she would be. ------------------------- Quiz:…
Aug 15, 2019 Episode 49: Bubble Tea Is So Wild
This is Alyson's month for projects! She has three finished objects to share, including her beautiful Luteola stole and a pair of nålebinding (knotless knitting) mittens. If you've never heard of nålebinding, definitely have a listen; it's so interesting! Plus Alyson is chatting about the yarn shops of Oslo (featuring really bad Norwegian pronunciations). Big news from Vivian: she's moving to Virginia! Less big…
Jul 7, 2019 Episode 48: Mojo-less
We have many new things to share including WIPs, FOs... and PIPs?! Alyson has started a new Tunisian crochet sweater and Vivian has a few smaller finished objects. And that secret project that Vivian has been needling Alyson about? All is revealed! ------------------------- Quiz: https://bzfd.it/2xw2HQU Cœur battant: https://bit.ly/2LHNAfx As the leaves begin to fall: https://bit.ly/2xCcs00 Google Sheep View:…
Jun 7, 2019 Episode 47: Faux FOs
Obviously, the biggest news is that Vivian has a new furry baby. Everyone, meet Poly, the polydactyl cat! Oh right, this is a crafting podcast. Happy to report that Alyson and Vivian are both busily crocheting and knitting away which means there's lots to chat about! ------------------------- Quiz: https://bzfd.it/2wwf3brhttps://kcacypodcast.wordpress.com/2019/06/07/episode-47/ Luteola: https://bit.ly/2t7CJRQ…
May 20, 2019 Episode 46: Sam Can Wears It
Third time is the charm and we've got a great Episode 46 for you all! Vivian has started her CoopKnits sock which should really be called her 2019 EYF socks, although who would we be if there weren't some initial kinks to iron out first? And she has a big FO to share!! And Alyson is all FOs today: two totally new projects and one returnee to the show. Plus, for our Marvel fans, we're going to be talking your ear…
May 6, 2019 Episode 45 and a half: Technical Difficulties and KCAL Winners
We interrupt your regularly scheduled programming... because we've had some technical issues! But we just had to announce the winners of the Colorwork KCAL! Thanks everyone for getting crazy with us. You usual full-length episode will be with you next time!
Apr 20, 2019 Episode 45: Clean and Fresh
Quiz: https://bzfd.it/2Fz1c9B Zweig: https://bit.ly/2wCbdf9 Luteola: https://bit.ly/2t7CJRQ Honeyclone: https://bit.ly/2SVb2Lq Snawheid: https://bit.ly/2IqVhGl Roadside Beanie: https://bit.ly/2VNWxX3 Dances with Wool: https://bit.ly/2vdTiN4 Colorwork KCAL Start Date: Feb 9, 2019 End Date: Apr 26, 2019 Rules: WIPS allowed, colorwork knitting or crochet projects ------------------------- INSTAGRAM:…
Apr 5, 2019 Episode 44: Yarn and Sheep! EYF and Skye!
It's all in the title, really. We've got WIPs, we've got FOs, and we've got a whole lot of chat about Vivian's trip to Scotland! We're sharing our thoughts from the Edinburgh Yarn Festival 2019, our experiences of the show and people we met. And be warned; we might make you green with envy with our stash acquisitions ;) And if you don't like to hear about beautiful Scottish scenery, cover your ears because we're…
Mar 8, 2019 Episode 43: Pure Love and Frustration
Things are a bit same same project wise over here. You'll see some familiar WIPs and a new project each for Alyson and Vivian. But don't worry, there's still all our chat to keep you company! Buzzfeed Quiz: https://bzfd.it/2HiNDfL Zweig: https://bit.ly/2wCbdf9 Sheep Mittens: https://bit.ly/2SRu3Jv Tender Loving Clutch: https://bit.ly/2HmQLXR Honeyclone: https://bit.ly/2SVb2Lq MSPCA Nevins Farm:…
Feb 24, 2019 Episode 42: With a Needle or a Needle?
We've both started our Colorwork KCAL projects, have you? Vivian is working more than half way done with her Sheep Mittens (turns out they're both butt hands) and Alyson is working on a Honeyclone cowl. You can subscribe to our show on YouTube , iTunes or wherever else you listen to podcasts. We appreciate every like, comment, review, and subscribe we get because it gives us warm fuzzies and it helps other people…
Feb 8, 2019 Episode 41: One Hand Is a Butt Hand
We're kicking off the Colorwork KCAL! Mostly by talking about what we're planning on making: sheep mittens for Vivian and a cowl for Alyson. But of course, Vivian's WIPs involve colorwork anyway. Typical! Buzzfeed Quiz: https://bzfd.it/2tf8OHb Andean Chullo Hat: https://bit.ly/2HY5p9X Zweig: https://bit.ly/2wCbdf9 Luteola: https://bit.ly/2t7CJRQ Colorwork KCAL Start Date: Feb 9, 2019 End Date: Apr 26, 2019 Rules:…
Jan 25, 2019 Episode 40: How to Floss Properly
It's a big WIP day for Alyson because she's loading up projects to take on holiday. Not to mention, there's a glorious FO for Alyson too. Vivian meanwhile is being pretty monogamous with her Zweig sweater. Plus, we're announcing our next KCAL! Buzzfeed Quiz: https://bzfd.it/2UftkTL Temperamental Artist: https://bit.ly/2QWd2B8 Zweig: https://bit.ly/2wCbdf9 Colorwork KCAL Start Date: Feb 9, 2019 End Date: Apr 26,…
Jan 6, 2019 Episode 39: I Like Big Bundts and I Cannot Lie
New year, new episode! But before we get on with all the new projects to come in 2019, we're reflecting back on all that we accomplished in 2018. Neither of us are professional crafters, but we've finished an impressive number of projects, if we do say so ourselves. And if we didn't prove it before, Vivian is indeed the Queen of Hats, as shown by the eleven hats she's made this past year! Buzzfeed Quiz:…
Dec 16, 2018 Episode 38: A Reversal of Roles
What sort of upside down world are we living in? Alyson is knitting and Vivian is crocheting?! Let's talk about that. But don't worry, Vivian has a pretty big knitting FO to share too. Buzzfeed Quiz: https://bzfd.it/2QxrLTI Slouchy Hat/Cowl: https://bit.ly/2A2ZcTN Pussyhat Project: https://bit.ly/2PiRmv3 Temperamental Artist: https://bit.ly/2QWd2B8 Engi Sweater: https://bit.ly/2Md3XPf Mirage Hat/Cowl:…
Nov 21, 2018 Episode 37: A Mini Video Edition
It's a special mini mini Thanksgiving edition of KCACY! We're enjoying some quality family time together in New Hampshire, but we just had to share a bit of what we're up to with you too. Plus, a Pearl and Plum studio tour! Buzzfeed Quiz: https://bzfd.it/2fgXkwS Pussyhat Project: https://bit.ly/2PiRmv3 ------------------------- INSTAGRAM: https://instagram.com/kcacypodcast ETSY: http://pearlandplum.etsy.com…
Nov 11, 2018 Episode 36: I've Inducted Her into the Cult
You can probably guess what the cult is. We are all part of the cult. The cult is life. It's knitting and crocheting! We're off bumpy start because our Buzzfeed quiz results didn't peer into the deep recesses of our souls like they usually do, but we have a lot of projects to share with you all today- new and old! Buzzfeed Quiz: https://bzfd.it/2qHktxu Engi Sweater: https://bit.ly/2Md3XPf Liberty Wool hat:…
Oct 22, 2018 Episode 35: Up the Heel, Down the Heel
Things to look forward to in this episode? Alyson and Vivian being typical Anglophiles, talking about Jane Austen and Doctor Who. Alyson is going a bit nuts over her first C2C project, prepare yourself for some babbling! Buzzfeed Quiz: https://bzfd.it/2AkPNrs Engi Sweater: https://bit.ly/2Md3XPf Gorman Street Socks- https://bit.ly/2NtSoCA Shornies Hat- https://bit.ly/2pyAvJq C2C Afghan: https://bit.ly/2PKqaFB…
Oct 8, 2018 Episode 34: An Obscene Knit Fail
You win some and you lose some. In Vivian's case, you mostly lose some! There's the obscene knit fail (you'll just have to listen to find out more) and a sort of lose-win not-really-macrame macrame plant hangers. One thing that's definitely an absolute win? Alyson is working on her crochet sock for the massive #sockcal2018 Oh, and you know us, there's plenty of chit chat about other non-crafty things, mostly TV…
Sep 24, 2018 Episode 33: Everything Looks Good On Me
We're just regular crazy Asians, but we cannot stop talking about Crazy Rich Asians the movie... Alyson even has a Crazy Rich Asians themed WIP! Vivian has gone a bit more traditional with updates on her color work Engi sweater (spoiler: it has been a troublesome project). Plus Vivian has started a new hat project using some of her "Meet the Shepherd/ess" yarns from EYF. Buzzfeed Quiz: https://bzfd.it/2xM57Le Engi…
Sep 8, 2018 Episode 32: Literal Ankle Warmers
Most productive crafter goes to Vivian this time around. Her Sock Arms sweater is finally off the needles, plus she's already started her next fingering weight sweater! Alyson has more excuses than projects, but one of her FOs is in celebration of her first pattern on Ravelry being available to download as a PDF. Swish! Stay tuned for our Nerdtastic segment too where we discuss Asian (North) American film and TV.…
Aug 26, 2018 Episode 31: Morag, Meet Morag
Together again! Together again! We took a short break in our adventures, galavanting around Scotland to record a special video episode... because we're together again! All this vacationing means Vivian has had loads of time to knit knit knit, but her Sock Arms sweater is still on the needles! Alyson, meanwhile has lots of new WIPs to talk about- a shawl, a market bag, and a cushion. Plus we have lots of chat about…
Jul 22, 2018 Episode 30: Cartastic!
We'll call this one a "curated" episode. It's short, but sweet, and full of accomplishments. Alyson has successfully tried her hand at intarsia crochet, with the not so insubstantial help from Fay's new Stiallach Bag Collection pattern. And both Vivian and Alyson have exciting FOs! Alyson's has been long in the works, while Vivian's is one you may have forgotten about. Buzzfeed Quiz: https://bzfd.it/2NA9C1x…
Jul 10, 2018 Episode 29: Pure Sass, Baby!
If we know anything, it is that Vivian will make multiple versions of patterns she likes. Also our cats love a cameo. Vivian has finished her second pair of Fiddlehead Mittens (featuring a Sushi cat cameo). And she's working on her Wool and the Gang socks which are cool, but not going quite to plan. Also not going quite to plan, Alyson's Pleated Cardigan... oh dear. Buzzfeed Quiz: https://bzfd.it/2J8xUxd Pleated…
Jun 22, 2018 Episode 28: The One Where We Forget Words
Slow but steady wins the race (maybe). Both Vivian and Alyson are taking that philosophy to heart, each with small projects underway for the KALCAL: hot water bottle cover for Alyson and dish towel for Vivian. In other news, Alyson is grumbling about both her tank top and her sweater, but don't worry she still loves her makes. And we hear from Hannah over at the Cozy Cottage Crochet podcast with a mailbag…
Jun 8, 2018 Episode 27: Cat Cameo
We have a great episode here. Alyson is making good progress on her Pleated Cardigan and Vivian finished her Bubbly Sweater. Yay for handmade sweaters! The KALCAL is just around the corner and we've released this year's new points system, including bonus points for complexity. The mailbag segment being officially kicked off by a lovely submission from Nicola ( @creative.explorer ) and we can't wait to hear from…
May 23, 2018 Episode 26: I'm Not Good At Counting
The biggest news of the day is that the KALCAL will be happening again this summer! There will be slightly different rules, but the idea is the same. Will the knitters or the crocheters get more done?? Things will kick off on June 15th, so make sure to check out the Revelry group for more information. We also want to invite you to contribute to our newest segment, the Mailbag. Send us your voice or written message…
May 8, 2018 Episode 25: Camping in a Garbage Dump
We haven't gotten quite as much knitting and crocheting as we would have liked. Vivian has been hanging about at home with 2 of 4 daughters and Alyson's has been ignoring everything except her current read, Those Who Leave and Those Who Stay by Elena Ferrante. But we're revisiting lots of projects you might already be familiar with. Alyson's blanket and Blurre shawl, and Vivian's Bubbly sweater and Korra hat.…
Apr 22, 2018 Episode 24: Wing, Wang, Wung
Things to giggle about in this episode: Minions, husbands in craft stores, and sperm. As @lisa_raspberrycrochet pointed out, a common project theme this week is short rows. Vivian is having fun with short rows and Alyson is despairing over short rows. Expect many more short row hats in Vivian's future because she bought Woolly Wormhead's Elemental ebook. You can subscribe to our show on iTunes and YouTube . You can…
Apr 5, 2018 Episode 23: Where's This Story Going?
The Edinburgh Yarn Festival is over, but we're both riding the EYF high and knitting and crocheting up a storm. Vivian is making progress on her Bubbly sweater, and surprise, she's both finished a hat and started ANOTHER hat. We don't call her the hat goddess for nothing! Alyson is loving the Blurre shawl (crochet's answer to the Find Your Fade). There's a Blurre Along being hosted by Earl Grey Crochet until April…
Mar 21, 2018 Episode 22: The One at the Edinburgh Yarn Festival
This one's a real doozy, folks! We're chatting all about the Edinburgh Yarn Festival in this episode. Of course, we have a lot of new yarn and goodies to show you, but it's not all acquisitions. We also have a few special guests making an appearance. Louise from Caithness Crafts , Clarisabeth of Crochetcakes , and Caroline from Mind and Muse Crafting all kindly joined us for a mini recording session at EYF. Look…
Mar 6, 2018 Episode 21: The One in New Hampshire
We're together again, this time in New Hampshire for a short episode to kick off the month. Vivian has another "experiment" to show off, but Alyson is starting to insist that these aren't experiments, they're bonafide designs. This time it's a colorful infinity scarf. Alyson has finished her Wisteria Trellis shawl for the Blacker Yarns PodKAL, and with plenty of time to spare. You can subscribe to our show on…
Feb 22, 2018 Episode 20: Call Me, Beep Me
A virtual high five to whoever can get the title reference before listening to the show! *Call me, beep me, if you want to reach me* The Ultra Violet KCAL is winding down, but there's still time to submit your FOs to the Ravelry thread. Both of us have finished our KCAL projects, although Vivian has done three to Alyson's one. Alyson's Carloway Cowl and Vivian's Fiddlehead Mittens both feature color work, but…
Feb 7, 2018 Episode 19: It's Our One Year Podiversary
Holy wow, it's been a year of Keep Calm and Carry Yarn podcasting! Thank you for joining us both on this journey, and here's to an awesome year two! We're both making good progress with our Ultra Violet KCAL projects (Vivian has finished her Gris de Lin Cowl and Alyson is so close to being done with her Carloway Cowl). There are some awesome FOs being shared on the Ravelry group. And maybe the biggest…
Jan 25, 2018 Episode 18: A London Reunion
It's a special reunion video episode! We're both in London, Vivian to see Hamilton the musical, and Alyson to see Vivian. All of our WIPs have travelled with us so you all can see what we're working on (a lot) and we also made a pilgrimage to Loop to squish all the yarn. We love seeing what everyone is knitting and crocheting for the Ultra Violet KCAL which is still going on until March 1st! Watch the video here…
Jan 5, 2018 Episode 17: It's Just An Angry Eggplant
The Ultra Violet KCAL begins in a couple weeks, so we're chatting about the yarn and projects we'll be working on. Plus, we're also participating in the Blacker Yarns PodKAL because we're just so excited for Edinburgh Yarn Festival! Not to mention, Alyson has also joined in The Crochet Circle's One Skein Wonderland CAL. Bitten off more than she can chew? Possibly... Vivian on the other hand, is still churning out…
Dec 22, 2017 Episode 16: He Splootered A Gubfu O Glaur
Despite living in Scotland, Alyson has not picked up much Scots, despite her excellent results in the Scots themed Buzzfeed quiz. Can anyone tell us what a gabfu o glaur is?? Vivian has been churning out hats like it's her job and Alyson is still contemplating crocheted socks. Also, by the way, we have very wide feet. Here's hoping Rohn Strong can help Alyson crochet correctly proportioned socks. Buzzfeed Quiz: Can…
Nov 22, 2017 Episode 15: I Like My Princes Extra Lumpy
Do you ever get that project where no matter what you do, the stitch count just will not cooperate? That's the theme of Alyson's crocheting thoughts this episode. The Kreisel Fingerless Gloves are on the hook, but driving her mad, and Vivian has some thoughts on just freaking fudging it. Plus, Vivian has finished her gorgeous Winterly Sweater! BUZZFEED QUIZ: What is You Mum Identity? WIP PROJECTS Kreisel Fingerless…
Nov 6, 2017 Episode 14: It's a Cult!
Thank you for tuning in to Episode 14! You can subscribe to our show on YouTube and iTunes. Buzzfeed Quiz: Which "Outlander" Character are You ? WIP Projects Winterly Sweater Valley Yarns Charlemont FO Projects Alyson Pineapple Cushion Millennial Pink Headband Vivian Sam's Socks Schachenmayer Regia Pairfect Mommypedia: Should I Block Before I Finish? Bits and Bobs: South Bund Soft-Spinning Material Market…
Oct 20, 2017 Episode 13: Hitting the Hair Thread
Thank you for tuning in to Episode 13! You can subscribe to our show on YouTube , iTunes or wherever else you listen to podcasts. Buzzfeed Quiz: Which Harry Potter Witch Should You Dress Up As? WIP Projects ALYSON Own design Pineapple Cushion Linen Loop by Amanda Ochocki VIVIAN Maxfield Cardigan by Amy Christoffers (Not) FO Projects Vivian Single Sock using Regia Pairfect Yarny Bits and Bobs: Wool Week , Shopping…
Oct 6, 2017 Episode 12: Which crotch did YOU pick?
Thank you for tuning in to Episode 12 ! You can subscribe to our show on iTunes and YouTube . You can also download the episode from LibSyn ! Buzzfeed Quiz Which Austen Hero Is Your Soulmate? WIP Projects 6:37 Alyson Original Pineapple Cushion Tunisian Scarf Vivian 16:13 Maxfield Cardigan by Amy Christoffers KnitPicks Stroll and Hawthorne Blips inpired by Ysabel Knit Picks Stroll Handpainted and Stroll Glimmer…
Sep 23, 2017 Episode 11: It's not a typo, It's French
Thank you for joining us for episode 11! You can find our show on iTunes , YouTube , and LibSyn . Buzzfeed Quiz 02:44 Which Disney sidekick are you? WIP Projects 06:24 Alyson Life's a Plus Afghan by Caron Design Team Vivian 08:32 Maxfield Cardigan by Amy Christoffers KnitPicks Stroll Bare KnitPicks Hawthorne FO Projects 14:27 Vivian Color-Dipped Hat by Purl SOHO Bousta Beanie by Gudrun Johnston Valley Yarns…
Aug 16, 2017 Episode 10: The Final KALCAL Countdown
Thank you for joining us for episode 10! You can find our show on iTunes , YouTube , and LibSyn . Buzzfeed Quiz 2:03 How British Are You? KALCAL Winners and Prizes Announced! 5:00 WIP Projects 12:40 Vivian Color-Dipped Hat by Purl SOHO Alyson 15:46 Honey Clone Cowl FO Projects 19:05 Vivian Hippolyta's Cover Up by Lena Zharinchenko Peerie Flooers by Kate Davies Alyson 20:55 Girl Boss Tote by Molla Mills Crochet…
Jul 13, 2017 Episode 9: If I Knit Fast Enough, Does It Count As Aerobics?
Thank you for joining us for episode 9! Buzzfeed Quiz 1:30 Harry Potter Sorting Quiz KalCal 6:05 KALCAL rules WIP Projects 9:02 Vivian Emelyn Mae by Jennifer Lassonde Knit Picks Hawthorne Fingering Knit Picks Gloss Fingering Alyson 10:08 Crochet Triangle Top by Järbo Garn Lang Yarns Aurora Girl Boss Tote by Molla Mills FO Projects 19:05 Julien Outing Shawl by Pierrot Rowan Summerlite DK Fantasy Knitting Ysabel…
Jun 25, 2017 Episode 8: I Feel Like a Celebrity
Thank you for joining us for episode 8. You can find our show on iTunes , YouTube , and LibSyn . Buzzfeed Quiz 1:20 Guess How Old I Am? KalCal 5:28 KALCAL rules Emelyn Mae Shawl by Jennifer Lassonde WIP Projects 8:41 Alyson Julien Outing Shawl by Peirrot Rowan Summerlite DK Life's a Plus Afghan by Caron Design Vivian 12:50 Emelyn Mae by Jennifer Lassonde Knit Picks Hawthorne Fingering Knit Picks Gloss Fingering FO…
Jun 5, 2017 Episode 7: An Army of Frogs
Thank you for joining us for episode 7! Buzzfeed Quiz 1:30 What Kind of Ramen Are You? KalCal 5:36 KALCAL rules Summer Strip Along Craft Along June 1 - Aug 31 Summer of Romance CAL June 3 - Aug 5 WIP Projects 12:05 Vivian Peerie Flooers by Kate Davies Alyson 16:04 Acute Sweater by Kraftling Life's a Plus by Caron Design Team Chainless Starting Double Crochet tutorial FO Projects 19:44 Vivian Fairyhill Shawl by…
May 20, 2017 Episode 6: I Have a Normal Sized Head!
Welcome to episode 6! Buzzfeed Quiz 1:30 What's Your Home Style Aesthetic? KALCAL 8:10 May 5 - Aug 10 Find all the rules and details on our Ravelry thread , and don't forget to use #KALCAL on Instagram! WIP Projects 10:18 Alyson Acute Sweater by Kraftling Vivian 14:17 Fairyhill Shawl by Helen Stewart Fleece Artist Blue Face Leicester 2/8 FO Projects 17:00 Slouchy Hat / Cowl by Luz Mendoza A Few of Our Favorite…
May 5, 2017 Episode 5: Do You Have Any Peppermint Breath Mints?
Welcome to episode 5! Buzzfeed Quiz 2:12 What's Your Home Style Aesthetic? Knit-Along / Crochet-Along 6:39 May 5 - Aug 10 Find all the rules and details on our Ravelry thread , and don't forget to use #KALCAL on Instagram! WIP Projects 8:37 Vivian Bayside Pullover by Hannah Fettig Alyson 9:56 Slouchy Hat / Cowl 160 by Luz Mendoza FO Projects 14:41 Vivian Cyclone Hat by MyGurumi Alyson 18:28 Hotel of Bees by…
Apr 20, 2017 Episode 4: Attack of the Frankencowl!
Welcome to episode 4! Buzzfeed Quiz 1:25 Which Female Mythological Monster Are you?: http://bzfd.it/2pxDSlB WIP Projects 4:20 Vivian Bayside Pullover: http://bit.ly/2mT3iVw Split Back Snowflake Hat: http://bit.ly/2o0VvKv Alyson 5:38 Life's A Plus Afghan: http://bit.ly/2o0Yani Paintbox Yarns in Sundown: http://bit.ly/2oSQQcT Hotel of Bees Shawl: http://bit.ly/2oCJ0V0 Shawl Society KAL: http://bit.ly/2pxHmEv FO…
Apr 5, 2017 Episode 3: Yarny Adventures
Welcome to Episode 3! Thanks for tuning in. We had a little problem with the sound with this one, so thanks for bearing with us :D You can find our show on iTunes , YouTube , and LibSyn Buzzfeed Quiz: Word Association 01:12 Yarny Adventures 05:00 Edinburgh Yarn Festival : The Shawl Project Book 3 , Iona Wool , Bilum Yarns Knit North Yarn Crawl : Lucky Cat Yarns , Another Yarn , Circle of Stitches , Coveted Yarn ,…
Mar 5, 2017 Episode 2: Babblecast
Thank you to all who messaged us via Ravelry and Instagram, and a special thanks to Claire of NH Knits and Jen of Down Cellar Studio Podcast for mentioning us in your podcasts! Buzzfeed Quiz 2:02 What Does Your Taste in Art Say About You? WIP Projects 6:02 Vivian Bayside Pullover by Hannah Fettig Coastal Knit Knit Picks Capretta Vivian's Cabled Bunhead Hat Lion Brand Vanna's Choice Alyson 8:59 Carolyn Top by Joanne…
Feb 5, 2017 Episode 1: I'm the Queen
Personality Quiz Which British Royal are You? WIP Projects 08:19 Carolyn Top by Joanne Scrace Valley Yarns Charlemont Kettle Dye Teal Blue 08:49 Fixing gauge height video Andean Chullo Hat by Kerin Dimeler-Laurence 15:10 FO Projects 17:38 Cat Nest by Hanne Katajamäki Syncopated Caps by Kate Gilbert 21:17 Momopedia 23:56 Our Favorite Things 28:05 Alyson Potter & Bloom -Emma Cherry Heart -Sandra The Crochet Circle…
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