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Keep Calm and Carry Yarn: A Knitting and Crochet PodcastEpisode 135: A Surprise EpisodeNew 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 Tuck-In Blouse by Patons & Baldwin Hermione's Everyday Socks by Erica Lieder Korshavn Cardigan by Tojne Horne Hermione's Everyday Socks by by Erica Lueder Emily's One Hour Dress Buz...2024-05-2126 minKeep Calm and Carry Yarn: A Knitting and Crochet PodcastEpisode 131: A cat podcastIt'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 by Raina Kruus South Shore by Kay Hopkins Tied Knots by Justin Lorkowska Peacock's Pride Shawl by Raina Kruus Buzzfeed The Woolly Good Gathering ...2024-02-2155 minKeep Calm and Carry Yarn: A Knitting and Crochet PodcastEpisode 130: Winning 2024Congrats 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 [Ravelry] Peacock's Pride Shawl by Raina Kruus [Ravelry] Fairfield by Michele Wang [Ravelry] Kishie by Eline Alcocer [Ravelry] - Moorit #1 Buzzfeed 2024-01-1453 minKeep Calm and Carry Yarn: A Knitting and Crochet PodcastEpisode 129: I didn't read the instructionsIt'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 Jeannette Sloan [Ravelry] Apiarist by Claire Borchardt [Ravelry] Bonnie Isle Hat by Linda Shearer [Ravelry] The Woolly Good Gathering Buzzfeed Show notes with photos2023-12-0952 minKeep Calm and Carry Yarn: A Knitting and Crochet PodcastEpisode 128: Woolly Good newsWe'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 Courtney Kelley [Ravelry] In Transit by Allison O'Mahony [Ravelry] Twylla by Rachel Coopey [Ravelry] The Woolly Good Gathering Buzzfeed Show notes with photos Support and...2023-11-1353 minKeep Calm and Carry Yarn: A Knitting and Crochet PodcastEpisode 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 [Ravelry] Buzzfeed Show notes with photos Support and follow us: Instagram Pearl and Plum Etsy Our Website Buy KCACY merch Buy us a Ko-fi 2023-10-1033 minKeep Calm and Carry Yarn: A Knitting and Crochet PodcastEpisode 126: Together in FloridaVivian 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 2023-09-2040 minKeep Calm and Carry Yarn: A Knitting and Crochet PodcastEpisode 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 Advent Calendar by Kathy Lewinski [Ravelry] Sage Shrug by Zeens and Roger [Ravelry] South Shore [Ravelry] by Kay Hopkins Candy Cor...2023-08-2350 minKeep Calm and Carry Yarn: A Knitting and Crochet PodcastEpisode 124: Cables are the new color workYou 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] Sage Shrug by Zeens and Roger [Ravelry] Velvety Wrap by Sweater Freak [Ravelry] Chanterelle Cowl by Maud Coppel [Ravelry] Misurina by...2023-07-1641 minKeep Calm and Carry Yarn: A Knitting and Crochet PodcastEpisode 123: All the cat newsBoth 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 Coppel Buzzfeed quiz Show notes with photos Support and follow us: Instagram Pearl and Plum E...2023-06-2339 minKeep Calm and Carry Yarn: A Knitting and Crochet PodcastEpisode 122: The floodgates have openedThe 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 by Yanina Schenkel [Ravelry] Buzzfeed quiz Show notes with photos Support and follow us: Instagram Pearl and Plum Etsy Our Website Buy KCACY merch Buy us...2023-05-1740 minKeep Calm and Carry Yarn: A Knitting and Crochet PodcastEpisode 121: Never finish anythingThe 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 [Ravelry] Misurina by Caitlin Hunter [Ravelry] Bonny Puffin by Yanina Schenkel [Ravelry] Buzzfeed quiz Hand-in-Hand Sweater Vest by Kathy Zimmerman [Ravelry] Vivian's Infinity Scarf [Ravelry] B...2023-05-0138 minKeep Calm and Carry Yarn: A Knitting and Crochet PodcastEpisode 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 follow us: Instagram Pearl and Plum Etsy Our Website Buy KCACY merch Buy us a Ko-fi 2023-04-1025 minKeep Calm and Carry Yarn: A Knitting and Crochet PodcastEpisode 114: Happy 2023Happy 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 [Ravelry] Twelve Days Ornament Series by Larissa Holland South Shore cardigan [Ravelry] Peeking Cat Butt Coaster [Ravelry] Anthology [Ravelry] Suburban Wrap [Ravelry] Pearl and Plum Show notes with photos Su...2023-01-1147 minKeep Calm and Carry Yarn: A Knitting and Crochet PodcastEpisode 112: Freaky FridayIs 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 [Ravelry] South Shore cardigan [Ravelry] June Hat Pearl and Plum Show notes with photos Support and follow us: Instagram Pearl and Plum...2022-11-2241 minKeep Calm and Carry Yarn: A Knitting and Crochet PodcastEpisode 111: Because I'm a MillennialBack 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] Twist To The Classic Beanie by Morine [Ravelry] Bonnie Isle Hat by Linda Shearer [Ravelry] Anthology Hat by TinCan Knits [Ravelry] Glasgow School of Yarn Patty Lyon's K...2022-11-0746 minKeep Calm and Carry Yarn: A Knitting and Crochet PodcastEpisode 109: The together episodeIt'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 Cardigan by Marie Greene [Ravelry] Perth Festival of Yarn Show notes with photos Support and follow us: In...2022-09-2934 minKeep Calm and Carry Yarn: A Knitting and Crochet PodcastEpisode 108: Yarn braThe 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] Moorit Issue 3 Show notes with photos Support and follow us: Instagram Pearl and Plum Etsy Our Website Buy KCACY merch Buy us a Ko-fi 2022-08-2756 minKeep Calm and Carry Yarn: A Knitting and Crochet PodcastEpisode 107: I don't have any bobs eitherOopsie! 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 Barker [Ravelry] Jaeger by Arne and Carlos [Ravelry] Sunset Shawl by Elena Fedotova [Ravelry] Loopillism by Helda Panagary Meg's Wrap by Julie Blagojevich [Ra...2022-07-1434 minKeep Calm and Carry Yarn: A Knitting and Crochet PodcastEpisode 106: It looks great in this lightThe 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 mention: Buzzfeed Quiz Float by Dawn Barker [Ravelry] Meg's Wrap by Julie Blagojevich [Ravelry] Ebba by Homer + Howells All Points South by Casapinka [Ravelry] Hodge Podge Yarn and Fibers The E...2022-06-0946 minKeep Calm and Carry Yarn: A Knitting and Crochet PodcastEpisode 103: That's the amount of colorSo 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 cardigan by La Maison Rililie [Ravelry] Mīlēt by Isolda Teague [Ravelry] Zig Zag Wings by Justyna Lorkowska [Ravelry] Scottish Wool Producers Showcase Moorit Sho...2022-04-1358 minKeep Calm and Carry Yarn: A Knitting and Crochet PodcastEpisode 102: It's cool garbageWe'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 [Ravelry] Moorit Show notes with photos Support and follow us: Instagram Pearl and Plum Etsy Our Website Buy KCACY merch Buy us a Ko-2022-03-2651 minKeep Calm and Carry Yarn: A Knitting and Crochet PodcastEpisode 99: I can be cool againWe'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 kcacypodcast@gmail.com. Giveaway ends on 5 Feb. Links to things we mention: Buzzfeed Quiz Pluck cowl by Stephanie Lotven [Ravelry] Shepherdess socks by C...2022-01-2543 minKeep Calm and Carry Yarn: A Knitting and Crochet PodcastEpisode 96: Pretty geniusWe'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 Sewyarnilicious Project Bag Vintersol by Jennifer Steingass [Ravelry] Spector Pullover by Joji Locatelli [Ravelry] Show notes with photos Support and follow us: Instagram...2021-11-0730 minKeep Calm and Carry Yarn: A Knitting and Crochet PodcastI am so done with skinny jeansAlyson 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 [Ravelry] December Hat by Irina Anikeeva [Ravelry] Sewyarnilicious Project Bag #mooritAW21CAL Show notes with photos Support and follow us: Instagram Etsy Our Website Buy KCACY merch Buy...2021-10-2343 minKeep Calm and Carry Yarn: A Knitting and Crochet PodcastEpisode 94: You can't see my face, but I'm smilingThe 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 Robarge[Ravelry] 373 Cardigan by Pierrot (Gosyo Co., Ltd) [Ravelry] Spector Pullover by Joji Locatelli [Ravelry] October Hat by Sloane...2021-10-0935 minKeep Calm and Carry Yarn: A Knitting and Crochet PodcastEpisode 93: Stop embarrassing meVivian 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 Issue 1 Show notes with photos Support and follow us: Instagram Etsy Our Website Buy KCACY merch Buy us a Ko-fi 2021-09-3036 minKeep Calm and Carry Yarn: A Knitting and Crochet PodcastEpisode 92: Looks familiarIt'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 Stewart [Ravelry] Spector Pullover by Joji Locatelli [Ravelry] Moorit Issue 1 pre-orders Show notes with photos Support and follow us: Instagram Etsy Our We...2021-09-1422 minKeep Calm and Carry Yarn: A Knitting and Crochet PodcastEpisode 91: The best dressed bear in collegeIn 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 [Ravelry] Spector Pullover by Joji Locatelli [Ravelry] Folklore Cardigan by Amy Gunderson [Ravelry] Moorit Issue 1 pre-orders Show notes with photos Support and fo...2021-08-2435 minKeep Calm and Carry Yarn: A Knitting and Crochet PodcastEpisode 90: I just live on the edgeThe 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 Pullover by Joji Locatelli [Ravelry] Folklore Cardigan by Amy Gunderson [Ravelry] Moorit Issue 1 pre-orders Sheep Thrills, Lauderhill, FL Show notes with photos Support and follow us:...2021-08-0955 minKeep Calm and Carry Yarn: A Knitting and Crochet PodcastEpisode 89: She said yesIt'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 Pullover by Joji Locatelli [Ravelry] #08 Open Cardigan by Yoko Hatta [Ravelry] Show notes with photos Support and follow us: Instagram Etsy Our Website Buy KCACY merch Buy us a...2021-07-2522 min
Keep Calm and Carry Yarn: A Knitting and Crochet PodcastEpisode 88: I dropped my earsShockingly, 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 Natasha Robarge [Ravelry] Folklore Cardigan by Amy Gunderson [Ravelry] Spector Pullover by Joji Locatelli [Ravelry] Knit's Fabulous Tribe Mrs Moon Show notes...2021-07-0846 minKeep Calm and Carry Yarn: A Knitting and Crochet PodcastEpisode 87: Vaccination DonutsVivian 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 [Ravelry] Show notes with photos Support and follow us: Instagram Etsy Our Website Buy KCACY merch Buy us a Ko-fi 2021-06-2033 minKeep Calm and Carry Yarn: A Knitting and Crochet PodcastEpisode 86: You're gonna get stuckVivian 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 [Ravelry] March Hat by Meghan Babin [Ravelry] Alfresco Tank by Alyson Chu [Ravelry] Show notes with photos Support and follow us: Instagram Etsy Our Website Buy KCACY merch...2021-06-0947 minKeep Calm and Carry Yarn: A Knitting and Crochet PodcastImproper YouTubersThe 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 Co., Ltd) [Ravelry] Lovage by Marie Wallin [Ravelry] Modern C2C Christmas Afghan by Jess Coppom [Ravelry] Aleï Wrap by Berangere Cailliau [Ravelry] Folklore Car...2021-05-0550 minKeep Calm and Carry Yarn: A Knitting and Crochet PodcastThere's a cat wandering aroundIt'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] Rainbow Blue Chullo Hat by Janet Stimson [Ravelry] Sagitta by Amanda Scheuzger [Ravelry] Show notes with photos 2021-04-2043 minKeep Calm and Carry Yarn: A Knitting and Crochet PodcastEpisode 82: We're so charmingWe 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 Lovage by Marie Wallin [Ravelry] Sagitta by Amanda Scheuzger [Ravelry] 373 Cardigan by Pierrot (Gosyo Co., Ltd) [Ravelry] The Last Boat Out of Shanghai by He...2021-04-0640 minKeep Calm and Carry Yarn: A Knitting and Crochet PodcastEpisode 81: Down below bitsThis 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 Sagitta by Amanda Scheuzger [Ravelry] Lovage by Marie Wallin [Ravelry] Blurred Lines by Deanna Ramsay [Ravelry] 373 Cardigan by Pierrot (Gosyo Co...2021-03-1941 minKeep Calm and Carry Yarn: A Knitting and Crochet PodcastEpisode 79: Dirty eggplantBoth 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 about how you did (or didn't) tackle your toughest UFOs whether it was a craft project or a DIY gone wrong. Email us voice or video clips to kcacypodcast[at]gmail...2021-02-2152 minKeep Calm and Carry Yarn: A Knitting and Crochet PodcastEpisode 78: When it rains, it poursAfter 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 her 2020 Mood Scarf. Plus, Vivian has some big personal news. Links to things we mention: Buzzfeed Quiz Blurred Lines Sweater...2021-02-0649 minKeep Calm and Carry Yarn: A Knitting and Crochet PodcastEpisode 77: I'm going with GumbyIn 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 mention: Buzzfeed Quiz Blurred Lines Sweater by Deanne Ramsay [Ravelry] Sagitta Shawl by Amanda Scheuzger [Ravelry] Comfort Zone Poncho by Espace...2021-01-2248 minKeep Calm and Carry Yarn: A Knitting and Crochet PodcastEpisode 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 colorwork hat pattern. Links to things we mention: Buzzfeed Quiz Comfort Zone Poncho by Espace Tricot [Ravelry] Paloma Sweater by Espace Tricot [Ravelry] Sagitta Shawl by...2021-01-0844 minKeep Calm and Carry Yarn: A Knitting and Crochet PodcastEpisode 75: No frogs will touch this sweaterIt'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 colorwork hat pattern. Links to things we mention: Buzzfeed Quiz Strawberry Shortcake Top by Natalie McHayle [Ravelry] Aleï Wrap by Berangere Cailliau [Ravelry] Sagitta Shaw...2020-12-171h 00Keep Calm and Carry Yarn: A Knitting and Crochet PodcastEpisode 74: You're the editor-in-chiefHappy 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. Editor-in-Chief! Links to things we mention: Buzzfeed Quiz Aleï Wrap by Berangere Cailliau [Ravelry] Korpii Placemats by Katrine Birkenwasser [Ravelry] Strawberry Sh...2020-11-2548 minKeep Calm and Carry Yarn: A Knitting and Crochet PodcastEpisode 73: Short and sweetLinks 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 Attribution 3.0 License INSTAGRAM: https://instagram.com/kcacypodcast ETSY: http://pearlandplum.etsy.com WEBSITE: http://kcacypodcast.wordpress.com Buy KCACY merch: https://teespring.com/stores/alyson-chu-designs Support the show: http://ko...2020-11-0630 minKeep Calm and Carry Yarn: A Knitting and Crochet PodcastEpisode 72: Happy as a clamCall 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 Sweater by Stephanie Lotven [Ravelry] Arboreal Sweater by Jennifer Steingass [Ravelry] Aleï Wrap by Berangere Cailliau [Ravelry] Treble Rebel T-shirt by Al...2020-10-2140 minKeep Calm and Carry Yarn: A Knitting and Crochet PodcastEpisode 71: Yzma's not his momCrafty 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 Lotven [Ravelry] Arboreal by Jennifer Steingass [Ravelry] Blurred Lines Sweater by Deanne Ramsay [Ravelry] Strawberry Shortcake Top by Natalie McHayle [Ravelry] Smo...2020-10-0855 minKeep Calm and Carry Yarn: A Knitting and Crochet PodcastEpisode 70: The Cat EpisodePlease 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 Placemats by Katrine Birkenwasser [Ravelry] Blurred Lines Sweater by Deanne Ramsay [Ravelry] Humulus by Isabell Kraemer [Ravelry] Just Float Sweater by Stephanie Lotven [Ravelry] Ho...2020-09-1942 minKeep Calm and Carry Yarn: A Knitting and Crochet PodcastEpisode 69: Beer SweaterSurprising 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 Catdigan by Marna Gilligan of An Caitín Beag [Ravelry] Yarny Bits & Bobs: KCACY merch Support and follow us: Instagram Etsy Our Website Buy KCACY merch Buy us a K...2020-08-2249 minKeep Calm and Carry Yarn: A Knitting and Crochet PodcastEpisode 68: I'm not afraid of a little frogWe'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 Beag [Ravelry] Lovely Linen Lace Top by Prima Magazine [Ravelry] Skreppa by Jennifer Shiels Toland of JST Knitwear Designs [Ravelry] Yarny Bits & B...2020-08-0231 minKeep Calm and Carry Yarn: A Knitting and Crochet PodcastEpisode 67: I'm really happy with it, I'm just not happyWe'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 Gilligan of An Caitín Beag [Ravelry] Skreppa by Jennifer Shiels Toland of JSTDesigns [Ravelry] Distant Star by Kat Goldin of The Crochet Project [R...2020-07-1136 minKeep Calm and Carry Yarn: A Knitting and Crochet PodcastEpisode 66: In my head I was thinking oxenThis 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 has a big, colorful FO! Quiz: https://bzfd.it/3hERX8O Just Float: https://bit.ly/2SHfmvz Sinister Catdigan: https://bzfd.it/2TgPo1p Distant Star shawl: https...2020-06-2037 minKeep Calm and Carry Yarn: A Knitting and Crochet PodcastEpisode 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: https://bzfd.it/2TgPo1p Just Float: https://bit.ly/2SHfmvz Tender Loving Clutch: https://bit.ly/2LQIiNL De Danann...2020-05-2240 minKeep Calm and Carry Yarn: A Knitting and Crochet PodcastEpisode 64: It makes sense in my headThe 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: https://bzfd.it/2ynIotj Sinister Catdigan: https://bzfd.it/2TgPo1p Find Your Fade: https://bit.ly/2WyTqnp Just Float: https...2020-05-0650 minKeep Calm and Carry Yarn: A Knitting and Crochet PodcastEpisode 62: I think I'm everyone's cup of teaLet'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 Jacquard Ladderback technique: https://bit.ly/2yvZTqR Find Your Fade: https://bit.ly/2y0Q0kP De Danann shawl: https://bit.ly/2xKYso82020-04-0429 minKeep Calm and Carry Yarn: A Knitting and Crochet PodcastEpisode 61: Supe DupeWe 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/2xiyIPCChain Reaction blanket: https://bit.ly/2t1p9TwEndless Rose cowl: https://bit.ly/37uZcL2Sinister Catdigan: https://bzfd.it/2TgPo1pFind Your Fade: https://bit.ly/2y0Q0kP Archive KCAL: https://bit.ly/2S0S989 INSTAGRAM: https://in...2020-03-2244 minKeep Calm and Carry Yarn: A Knitting and Crochet PodcastEpisode 60: White cat white cat black catThe 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: https://bit.ly/37uZcL2 Sinister Catdigan: https://bzfd.it/2TgPo1p Archive KCAL: https://bit.ly/2S0S989 INSTAGRAM: https...2020-03-0650 minKeep Calm and Carry Yarn: A Knitting and Crochet PodcastEpisode 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 beanie: https://bit.ly/30WLspY Chain Reaction blanket: https://bit.ly/2t1p9Tw Endless Rose cowl: https://bi...2020-01-2751 minKeep Calm and Carry Yarn: A Knitting and Crochet PodcastEpisode 57: There's No ChocolateWhat 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 cardigan: https://bit.ly/34qYOf8 Smooth Operator socks: https://bit.ly/2sVdshd Distant Star shawl: https://bit.ly/38NsVzY De Danann shawl...2020-01-0648 minKeep Calm and Carry Yarn: A Knitting and Crochet PodcastEpisode 55: A Skort For My BellyHappy 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 Girl cardigan: https://bit.ly/34qYOf8 Cœur battant sweater: https://bit.ly/2LHNAfx Police Box Slouch Hat: https://bit.ly/2KZOtyZ Bu...2019-11-2750 minKeep Calm and Carry Yarn: A Knitting and Crochet PodcastEpisode 54: Boy, am I a nerdOur 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 shawl: https://bit.ly/2KyxNPH INSTAGRAM: https://instagram.com/kcacypodcast ETSY: http://pearlandplum.etsy.com WEBSITE: http://kcacypodcast.w...2019-11-0730 minKeep Calm and Carry Yarn: A Knitting and Crochet PodcastEpisode 51: Hufflepuffs Are HungryIt'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 battant sweater: https://bit.ly/2LHNAfx C2C Christmas Graphgan: https://bit.ly/2PKqaFB ...2019-09-2153 minKeep Calm and Carry Yarn: A Knitting and Crochet PodcastEpisode 50: Following BlindlyGoodbye 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: https://bzfd.it/2lC2xVL Cœur battant sweater: https://bit.ly/2LHNAfx Sagitta shawl: https://bit.ly/2KyxNPH Triangle stocking: https://bit.ly/2kiVtwZ 2019-09-0639 minKeep Calm and Carry Yarn: A Knitting and Crochet PodcastEpisode 49: Bubble Tea Is So WildThis 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 news from Vivian: she made a trip to New York City. ------------------------- Quiz: https://bzfd.it/2Z4dIso Sagitta shawl: https://bit.ly/2KyxNPH Cœur battant swe...2019-08-1555 minKeep Calm and Carry Yarn: A Knitting and Crochet PodcastEpisode 48: Mojo-lessWe 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: https://bit.ly/2YFa1pm INSTAGRAM: https://instagram.com/kcacypodcast ETSY: http://pearlandplum.etsy.com WEBSITE: http://kcacypodcast.wordpress.com 2019-07-0743 minKeep Calm and Carry Yarn: A Knitting and Crochet PodcastEpisode 47: Faux FOsObviously, 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 Sammal: https://bit.ly/2WlDKSk Sagitta: https://bit.ly/2KyxNPH Expose Your Balls: https://bit.ly/31hkCZu INSTAGRAM: https://instagram.com/kcacypodcast ETSY: http://pearlandplum...2019-06-0735 minKeep Calm and Carry Yarn: A Knitting and Crochet PodcastEpisode 46: Sam Can Wears ItThird 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 off at the end of the episode, so stay tuned if that's your jam! Quiz: https://bzfd.it/2...2019-05-2044 minKeep Calm and Carry Yarn: A Knitting and Crochet PodcastEpisode 43: Pure Love and FrustrationThings 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/2HiNDfLZweig: https://bit.ly/2wCbdf9 Sheep Mittens: https://bit.ly/2SRu3JvTender Loving Clutch: https://bit.ly/2HmQLXR Honeyclone: https://bit.ly/2SVb2Lq MSPCA Nevins Farm: https://bit.ly/261clVJ AlphaGo: https://bit.ly/2EMTY0i Kitten Rescuers: https://imdb.to/2TyFD0Q Colorwork KCAL St...2019-03-0837 minKeep Calm and Carry Yarn: A Knitting and Crochet PodcastEpisode 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 find our show! This episode is sponsored by Pearl and Plum. Buzzfeed Quiz: https://bzfd.it/2IAPY83 Honeyclone: https://bit.ly/2SVb2Lq ...2019-02-2441 minKeep Calm and Carry Yarn: A Knitting and Crochet PodcastEpisode 41: One Hand Is a Butt HandWe'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: WIPS allowed, colorwork knitting or crochet projects ------------------------- INSTAGRAM: https://instagram.com/kcacypodcast ETSY: http://pear...2019-02-0845 minKeep Calm and Carry Yarn: A Knitting and Crochet PodcastEpisode 40: How to Floss ProperlyIt'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, 2019 Rules: WIPS allowed, colorwork knitting or crochet projects ------------------------- INSTAGRAM: https://instagram.com/kcacypodcast ETSY: http://pearlandplum...2019-01-2553 min
Keep Calm and Carry Yarn: A Knitting and Crochet PodcastEpisode 38: A Reversal of RolesWhat 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: https://bit.ly/2rCy2P7 Crochet Wall Hanging: https://bit.ly/2OC8drx ------------------------- INSTAGRAM: https...2018-12-1640 minKeep Calm and Carry Yarn: A Knitting and Crochet PodcastEpisode 35: Up the Heel, Down the HeelThings 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 ------------------------- INSTAGRAM: https://instagram.com/kcacypodcast ETSY: http://pearlandplum.etsy.com WEBSITE: http://kcacypodcast.wordpress.com...2018-10-2244 minKeep Calm and Carry Yarn: A Knitting and Crochet PodcastEpisode 33: Everything Looks Good On MeWe'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 Sweater: https://bit.ly/2Md3XPf Shornies Hat: https://bit.ly/2pyAvJq Off Your Rocker Shawl: https://bit.ly/2o6...2018-09-2441 minKeep Calm and Carry Yarn: A Knitting and Crochet PodcastEpisode 32: Literal Ankle WarmersMost 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. Buzzfeed Quiz: https://bzfd.it/2QeQ6d9 Engi Sweater: https://bit.ly/2Md3XPf Off Your Rocker Shawl: https://bit.ly/2o6Pzgq...2018-09-0850 minKeep Calm and Carry Yarn: A Knitting and Crochet PodcastEpisode 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 Stiallach Coin Purse: https://bit.ly/2A0X0yL Pleated Cardigan: https://bit.ly/2HrqYKI KALCAL: https://bit.ly/2Ly3J3R...2018-07-2233 minKeep Calm and Carry Yarn: A Knitting and Crochet PodcastEpisode 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 Cardigan: https://bit.ly/2HrqYKI Sock Arms Sweater: https://bit.ly/2M72f1Y Kinda Magic Socks: https://bit.l...2018-07-1042 minKeep Calm and Carry Yarn: A Knitting and Crochet PodcastEpisode 28: The One Where We Forget WordsSlow 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 submission! You can subscribe to our show on YouTube, iTunes or wherever else you listen to podcasts. We appreciate every like, comment, review, and...2018-06-2251 minKeep Calm and Carry Yarn: A Knitting and Crochet PodcastEpisode 27: Cat CameoWe 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 more of you! 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...2018-06-0851 minKeep Calm and Carry Yarn: A Knitting and Crochet PodcastEpisode 25: Camping in a Garbage DumpWe 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. Thanks for tuning in! You can subscribe to our show on iTunesand YouTube. You can also download the episode from LibSyn. We appreciate every like, comment, review, and subscribe w...2018-05-0849 minKeep Calm and Carry Yarn: A Knitting and Crochet PodcastEpisode 24: Wing, Wang, WungThings 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 also download the episode from LibSyn. We appreciate every like, comment, review, and subscribe we get because it gives us warm fuzzies and it helps other...2018-04-2250 minKeep Calm and Carry Yarn: A Knitting and Crochet PodcastEpisode 21: The One in New HampshireWe'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 iTunes and YouTube. You can also download the episode from LibSyn. We appreciate every like, comment, review, and subscribe we get because it gives us warm fuzzies a...2018-03-0635 minKeep Calm and Carry Yarn: A Knitting and Crochet PodcastEpisode 20: Call Me, Beep MeA 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 someone's color work is much more impressive than the other! (*cough* Vivian *cough*) Vivian has also been working on more, surprise, hats! But not just any...2018-02-2259 minKeep Calm and Carry Yarn: A Knitting and Crochet PodcastEpisode 19: It's Our One Year PodiversaryHoly 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 accomplishment of all is that Vivian has finished the Maxfield Cardigan!! Wooo! Buzzfeed Quiz: Which Millennial Stereotype are You? Ultra V...2018-02-0743 minKeep Calm and Carry Yarn: A Knitting and Crochet PodcastEpisode 18: A London ReunionIt'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 Special Announcement: KCACY is an official podcast at the Edinburgh Yarn Festival 2018! Ultra Violet KCA...2018-01-2540 minKeep Calm and Carry Yarn: A Knitting and Crochet PodcastEpisode 17: It's Just An Angry EggplantThe 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 hats like a knitting machine! You can subscribe to our show on iTunes and YouTube. You can also download the episode from LibSyn. Buzzfeed Q...2018-01-0559 minKeep Calm and Carry Yarn: A Knitting and Crochet PodcastEpisode 16: He Splootered A Gubfu O GlaurDespite 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 You Translate The Scots Version Of Harry Potter? WIP Projects Alyson Kreisel Fingerless Gloves by Sybil R Sirdar Heart and...2017-12-2247 minKeep Calm and Carry Yarn: A Knitting and Crochet PodcastEpisode 15: I Like My Princes Extra LumpyDo 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 Gloves Sirdar Heart and Sole FO PROJECTSWinterly Valley Yarns Charlemont YARNY BITS AND BOBS Milleni...2017-11-2244 min
Keep Calm and Carry Yarn: A Knitting and Crochet PodcastHitting the Hair ThreadThank 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 ALYSONOwn design Pineapple Cushion Linen Loop by Amanda Ochocki VIVIAN Maxfield Cardigan by Amy Christoffers (Not) FO Projects VivianSingle Sock using Regia Pairfect Yarny Bits and Bobs: Wool Week, Shopping for Mohair & Vivian's upcoming travels Mommypedia: What Does a Fat Qua...2017-10-2045 minKeep Calm and Carry Yarn: A Knitting and Crochet PodcastEpisode 11: It's not a typo, It's FrenchThank you for joining us for episode 11! You can find our show on iTunes, YouTube, and LibSyn. Buzzfeed Quiz 02:44Which 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 Charlemont Alyson 19:05 Welcome Blanket (Super Chunky Rainbow Blanket by Lottie & Albert) Yarny Adventures 21:18 AlysonVolcano Artist CottageBig Island Fibers V...2017-09-231h 00Keep Calm and Carry Yarn: A Knitting and Crochet PodcastEpisode 10: The Final KALCAL CountdownThank 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 VivianHippolyta's Cover Up by Lena Zharinchenko Peerie Flooers by Kate Davies Alyson 20:55 Girl Boss Tote by Molla Mills Crochet Triangle Top by Järbo Garn Super Chunky Rainbow Blanket by Lindsey Newns 2017-08-1641 minKeep Calm and Carry Yarn: A Knitting and Crochet PodcastEpisode 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 Watercourse Leadlight Maxfield Cardigan2017-07-1348 min
Keep Calm and Carry Yarn: A Knitting and Crochet PodcastEpisode 8: I Feel Like a CelebrityThank 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 Projects 15:29 Alyson Acute Sweater by Kraftling2017-06-2551 minKeep Calm and Carry Yarn: A Knitting and Crochet PodcastEpisode 7: An Army of FrogsThank 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 VivianPeerie 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 Helen Stewart Fleece Artist Blue Face Leice...2017-06-0554 min
Keep Calm and Carry Yarn: A Knitting and Crochet PodcastEpisode 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 Things 23:17 Alyson 24:46 Mondim Retrosaria Nerdtastic 27:54 Guardians O...2017-05-2038 minKeep Calm and Carry Yarn: A Knitting and Crochet PodcastEpisode 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 Christina Hadderingh Mommypedia 12:08 A Few of Our Favorite Things 27:55 2017-05-0544 min
Keep Calm and Carry Yarn: A Knitting and Crochet PodcastEpisode 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 Projects 15:04 Vivian’s Cobbled Street Cowl: http://bit.ly/2o0KxV72017-04-2044 min
Keep Calm and Carry Yarn: A Knitting and Crochet PodcastEpisode 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 YarnsKnit North Yarn Crawl: Lucky Cat Yarns, Another Yarn, Circle of Stitches, Coveted Yarn, Hooked Knitting, Yarns in the Farms WIP Projects 26:28 AlysonCobbled Street Cowl by Sol Rencoret VivianCobbled...2017-04-051h 00
Keep Calm and Carry Yarn: A Knitting and Crochet PodcastEpisode 2: BabblecastThank 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 Scrace FO Projects 13:49 Andean Chullo Hat by Kerin Dimeler-Laurence Momopedia 15:532017-03-0554 minKeep Calm and Carry Yarn: A Knitting and Crochet PodcastEpisode 1: I'm the QueenPersonality 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-Fay (CAL March 3rd, Cobbled Street Cowl by Sol Rencoret) Crochetcakes-Clarissabeth Hooks & Books-Sarah Vivian 34:24 Nerdtastic 35:33 Walking Dead Doctor W...2017-02-0550 min