Episode 124: Helen Robertson
Meet Helen Robertson this week on the podcast. Helen is a jewelry designer, knitting designer, and artist in Shetland. Her work celebrates nature, heritage, and Shetland, and frequently incorporates community building in her projects.
Episode 113: Steek
In this episode, Anne falls down a rabbit hole regarding the etymology of the word steek and how the use of the term in knitting has evolved through the years.
Episode 46: Janette Budge
In this episode, Anne has another giveaway, a report on the latest Online International Fiber Festival, and an interview with knitwear designer and teacher Janette Budge.
Episode 044: Viveka Velupillai of Uradale Yarns
Anne sits down with Viveka Velupillai of Uradale Yarns to talk about her study of the Shetland dialect as well as the organically grown and processed Uradale Yarns.
Maakin for the MRI: Enter for the Grand Prize Drawing
The Maakin for the MRI Knit along started today and here’s where you enter for the grand prize drawing worth $160!
Productive Fair Isle Swatching
A common practice for swatching on Shetland is to knit a hat. It allows knitters to test out patterns and colors, and confirm their gauge. In the end, the knitter will have a hat that will surely fit someone, and their time and yarn will be put to productive use.