Tag Archives: yarn

Start of the Stash Bust

Posted on January 22, 2012 by Hoxton

I know you’re all dying to see evidence of my stash busting, and I feel I should prove that I’m trying to practice what I preach, so here’s a glimpse of my progress so far. I started off with various … Continue reading →

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Episode 88: Stash Bust 2012

Posted on January 16, 2012 by Hoxton

The Sheep returns as we revisit the stash, hopefully without too much of a bust-up, and a new plan for 2012. Plus there are fabulous new patterns from my favourite knitwear designer and my favourite yarn shop, and a terrible … Continue reading →

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Episode 86: November Movember Wovember

Posted on November 20, 2011 by Hoxton

This week we’re out to make the world a better place through the power of wool and a good moustache. Plus, there’s a rundown of some British wool; a yarn review; some quick knits I’ve been working on; and a … Continue reading →

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Episode 83: Sweet Clement Yarns

Posted on October 2, 2011 by Hoxton

The Sheep returns! With the yarny treat of an interview with independent dyer Sweet Clement Yarns. Plus there’s my new favourite knitting podcast and a fabulous London knitting book. Sweet Clement Yarns Knit 1 Geek 2 podcast Stitch London – … Continue reading →

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Contemporary Irish Knits

Posted on September 18, 2011 by Hoxton

I’m so thrilled to be part of the blog tour for this fabulous new pattern book by Carol Feller. Stephen West kicked things off in great style, and now it’s my turn to tell you a little about the book. … Continue reading →

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Episode 80: Knit Nation 2011

Posted on July 24, 2011 by Hoxton

This week I report back from Knit Nation 2011, to tell you all about the lovely podcaster meet-up, the marketplace, my yarn purchases, and a competition where you can win a lovely skein of yummy yarn! (And if that wasn’t … Continue reading →

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Episode 68: Pattern Paywall

Posted on February 6, 2011 by Hoxton

This week we’re tackling the slightly controversial topic of pattern pricing. Do you buy books or PDFs? Are they good value for money? Thanks to inspiration from a crafty blogger we’ll be debating the various viewpoints. Plus there’s a look … Continue reading →

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Episode 67: Acrylic

Posted on January 31, 2011 by Hoxton

The Sheep returns, with a very knitterly episode, as we take a closer look at the outcast of the yarn world: acrylic. After which I take you through the knitwear on my needles at the moment, and we have a … Continue reading →

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Episode 61: Keep Smiling

Posted on October 24, 2010 by Hoxton

This week we consider ways to save a penny or two in the wake of the Spending Review, and find a few things to keep us smiling. From a new knitting book, to the winners of the Purls of Wisdom … Continue reading →

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Episode 57: Reasons to be Cheerful

Posted on September 19, 2010 by Hoxton

This week I’m on the hunt for good news to cheer us up as the weather turns chilly. Plus there’s a yarn review from a London yarn store, an update on what I’m knitting, and some fun silly patterns. Swallow, … Continue reading →

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