Keep Calm and Carry Yarn: A Knitting and Crochet Podcast

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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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Published 2026-04-27

Episode 172: A Woolly Good Chat

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Published 2026-04-06

Episode 171: I have a lot of stuff

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Published 2026-03-25

Episode 170: What are we talking about?

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Published 2026-02-25

Episode 168: A lot of green

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Published 2026-01-22

Episode 166: I forgot to mention it

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Published 2026-01-09

Episode 165: Working backwards

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Published 2025-12-11

Episode 164: Happy Everything!

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Published 2025-11-12

Episode 163: Cast-on-itis

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Published 2025-10-06

Episode 161: Are you allergic to purling?

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Published 2025-09-25

Episode 160: Back on the craft wagon

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Published 2025-09-08

Episode 169: Hide your face!

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Published 2025-08-04

Episode 157: I have old eyes

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Published 2025-07-17

Episode 156: Surprise FOs

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Published 2025-05-26

Episode 154: You're chopped liver

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Published 2025-04-28

Episode 152: I fell on my face

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Published 2025-04-14

Episode 151: A Woolly Good Time

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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!

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  • Yell by Marie Wallin
  • Acre by Judith Brand
  • Whin by Erin Ellis (Moorit Issue 8)
  • Fleur by Melissa Clulow
  • Hatsuki by Revive

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Published 2025-03-10

Episode 150: Together in Florida

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Published 2025-01-30

Episode 148: I decided to be honest

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Published 2025-01-13

Episode 147: Happy 2025

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Published 2024-12-18

Episode 146: Nothing to sneeze at

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Published 2024-11-20

Episode 145: The Thursday of the Year

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Published 2024-10-30

Episode 144: A Rhinebeck Recap

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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.

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Published 2024-10-12

Episode 143: This is my tragedy

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Published 2024-08-22

Episode 140: Then what's the point?

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Published 2024-07-27

Episode 139: We're NOT together

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Published 2024-05-21

Episode 135: A Surprise Episode

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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 💕

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Published 2024-03-12

Episode 132: The magic of blocking

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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.

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Published 2024-02-21

Episode 131: A cat podcast

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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.

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Published 2024-01-14

Episode 130: Winning 2024

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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!

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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.

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Published 2023-11-13

Episode 128: Woolly Good news

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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.

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Published 2023-10-10

Episode 127: You math better!

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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.

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Published 2023-09-20

Episode 126: Together in Florida

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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 <3

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Published 2023-08-23

Episode 125: Geomeric?

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Published 2023-07-16

Episode 124: Cables are the new color work

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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.

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Published 2023-06-23

Episode 123: All the cat news

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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.

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Published 2023-05-17

Episode 122: The floodgates have opened

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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.

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Published 2023-05-01

Episode 121: Never finish anything

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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.

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Published 2023-04-10

Episode 120: I love potatoes!

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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.

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Published 2023-03-29

Episode 119: Together again

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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.

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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.

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Published 2023-02-28

Episode 117: I have a craft room!

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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.

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Published 2023-01-27

Episode 115: Together in Amsterdam

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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).

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Published 2023-01-11

Episode 114: Happy 2023

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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.

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Published 2022-12-17

Episode 113: Drinkable custard

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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.

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Published 2022-11-22

Episode 112: Freaky Friday

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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!

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Published 2022-11-07

Episode 111: Because I'm a Millennial

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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!

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Published 2022-10-21

Episode 110: RHINEBECK!

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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 was, and we were super tired after a weekend of wool and friends!

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Published 2022-09-29

Episode 109: The together episode

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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.

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Published 2022-08-27

Episode 108: Yarn bra

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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.

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Published 2022-07-14

Episode 107: I don't have any bobs either

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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.

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Published 2022-06-09

Episode 106: It looks great in this light

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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.

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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.

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Published 2022-05-02

Episode 104: Lots of frogging

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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...

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Published 2022-04-13

Episode 103: That's the amount of color

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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.

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Published 2022-03-26

Episode 102: It's cool garbage

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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 🐚

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Published 2022-03-06

Episode 101: Celtic knots... but (k)not

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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.

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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!!!

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Published 2022-01-25

Episode 99: I can be cool again

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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 kcacypodcast@gmail.com. Giveaway ends on 5 Feb.

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Published 2021-12-19

Episode 98: Finally in Michigan

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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.

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Published 2021-11-27

Episode 97: The one in Boston

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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.

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Published 2021-11-07

Episode 96: Pretty genius

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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.

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Published 2021-10-23

Episode 95: I am so done with skinny jeans

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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.

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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!

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Published 2021-09-30

Episode 93: Stop embarrassing me

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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.

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Published 2021-09-14

Episode 92: Looks familiar

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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.

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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.

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Published 2021-08-09

Episode 90: I just live on the edge

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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.

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Published 2021-07-25

Episode 89: She said yes

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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.

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Published 2021-07-08

Episode 88: I dropped my ears

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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.)

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Published 2021-06-20

Episode 87: Vaccination Donuts

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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?!

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Published 2021-06-09

Episode 86: You're gonna get stuck

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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!

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Published 2021-05-26

Episode 85: LIVE from unravel

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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!

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Published 2021-05-05

Episode 84: Improper YouTubers

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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.

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Published 2021-04-20

Episode 83: There's a cat wandering around

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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.

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Published 2021-04-06

Episode 82: We're so charming

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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.

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Published 2021-03-19

Episode 81: Down below bits

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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!

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Published 2021-02-21

Episode 79: Dirty eggplant

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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 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[dot]come.

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Published 2021-02-06

Episode 78: When it rains, it pours

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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 her 2020 Mood Scarf. Plus, Vivian has some big personal news.

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Published 2021-01-22

Episode 77: I'm going with Gumby

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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?

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Published 2021-01-08

Episode 76: Can a shawl be inside out?

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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.

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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.

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Published 2020-11-25

Episode 74: You're the editor-in-chief

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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. Editor-in-Chief!

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Published 2020-11-06

Episode 73: Short and sweet

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Published 2020-10-21

Episode 72: Happy as a clam

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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!

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Published 2020-10-08

Episode 71: Yzma's not his mom

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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.

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Published 2020-09-19

Episode 70: The Cat Episode

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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.

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Published 2020-08-22

Episode 69: Beer Sweater

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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?!

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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).

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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).

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Published 2020-06-20

Episode 66: In my head I was thinking oxen

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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 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://bit.ly/38NsVzY C2C Christmas Afghan: https://bit.ly/2PKqaFB Find Your Fade: https://bit.ly/2WyTqnp Alyson's website: http://alysonchu.com

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Published 2020-05-22

Episode 65: Like a magician?

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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: https://bit.ly/2xKYso8

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Published 2020-05-06

Episode 64: It makes sense in my head

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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: https://bzfd.it/2ynIotj Sinister Catdigan: https://bzfd.it/2TgPo1p Find Your Fade: https://bit.ly/2WyTqnp Just Float: https://bit.ly/2SHfmvz De Danann: https://bit.ly/2xKYso8 Sock Arms: https://bit.ly/2xGr2rd Collingwood-Norris: https://bit.ly/2yC6ZKK

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Published 2020-04-20

Episode 63: You can see our faces

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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: https://bit.ly/37uZcL2 Sinister Catdigan: https://bzfd.it/2TgPo1p Florence: https://bit.ly/34RaE3m This Golden Fleece: https://bit.ly/2KfRr1J Archive KCAL: https://bit.ly/2S0S989

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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 Jacquard Ladderback technique: https://bit.ly/2yvZTqR Find Your Fade: https://bit.ly/2y0Q0kP De Danann shawl: https://bit.ly/2xKYso8 Chain Reaction blanket: https://bit.ly/2t1p9Tw Peter Pan Collar: https://bit.ly/2UJe58O Archive KCAL: https://bit.ly/2S0S989

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Published 2020-03-22

Episode 61: Supe Dupe

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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/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

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Published 2020-03-06

Episode 60: White cat white cat black cat

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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: https://bit.ly/37uZcL2 Sinister Catdigan: https://bzfd.it/2TgPo1p

Archive KCAL: https://bit.ly/2S0S989

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Published 2020-02-26

Episode 59: Three Year Podiversary

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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 the occasion!

Quiz: https://bzfd.it/2SYnYP0Endless Rose cowl: https://bit.ly/37uZcL2Sinister Catdigan: https://bzfd.it/2TgPo1pChain Reaction blanket: https://bit.ly/2t1p9TwDe Danann shawl: https://bit.ly/37GNL2uEast Coast Girl cardigan: https://bit.ly/34qYOf8Tweel cowl: https://bit.ly/2Vo5Gs4

Archive KCAL: https://bit.ly/2S0S989

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Published 2020-01-27

Episode 58: BAM! BAM! BAM!

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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://bit.ly/37uZcL2

Archive KCAL: https://bit.ly/2S0S989

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Published 2020-01-06

Episode 57: There's No Chocolate

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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 cardigan: https://bit.ly/34qYOf8 Smooth Operator socks: https://bit.ly/2sVdshd Distant Star shawl: https://bit.ly/38NsVzY De Danann shawl: https://bit.ly/37GNL2u As the Leaves Begin to Fall hat: https://bit.ly/36tynXj Pair-a-Dice Farm: https://bit.ly/2FrHsno Be Inspired Fibres: https://bit.ly/2N2KrHb

Archive KCAL: https://bit.ly/2S0S989

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Published 2019-12-18

Episode 56: 91% Arbitrary

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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: https://bit.ly/2PW1paV Cœur battant sweater: https://bit.ly/2LHNAfx Andrea Animates: https://bit.ly/2sDypg3

Archive KCAL: https://bit.ly/2S0S989

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Published 2019-11-27

Episode 55: A Skort For My Belly

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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 Girl cardigan: https://bit.ly/34qYOf8 Cœur battant sweater: https://bit.ly/2LHNAfx Police Box Slouch Hat: https://bit.ly/2KZOtyZ Bubbly Brioche: https://bit.ly/35IRGvx

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Published 2019-11-07

Episode 54: Boy, am I a nerd

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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 shawl: https://bit.ly/2KyxNPH

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Published 2019-10-24

Episode 53: I Thought They Were Cookies

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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

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Published 2019-10-16

Episode 52: At a McDonald's Parking Lot

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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

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Published 2019-09-21

Episode 51: Hufflepuffs Are Hungry

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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.

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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

Chevron Baby Blanket: https://bit.ly/2kY5i3t

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Published 2019-09-06

Episode 50: Following Blindly

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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.

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Quiz: https://bzfd.it/2lC2xVL Cœur battant sweater: https://bit.ly/2LHNAfx Sagitta shawl: https://bit.ly/2KyxNPH Triangle stocking: https://bit.ly/2kiVtwZ

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Published 2019-08-15

Episode 49: Bubble Tea Is So Wild

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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 news from Vivian: she made a trip to New York City.

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Quiz: https://bzfd.it/2Z4dIso Sagitta shawl: https://bit.ly/2KyxNPH Cœur battant sweater: https://bit.ly/2LHNAfx Luteola stole: https://bit.ly/2t7CJRQ Nålebinding resource: https://bit.ly/2Nb17gm

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Published 2019-07-07

Episode 48: Mojo-less

43 min
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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!

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Published 2019-06-07

Episode 47: Faux FOs

35 min
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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!

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Published 2019-05-20

Episode 46: Sam Can Wears It

44 min
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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 off at the end of the episode, so stay tuned if that's your jam!

Quiz: https://bzfd.it/2UqiMBN Zweig: https://bit.ly/2wCbdf9 Wynn: https://bit.ly/2JSZZN5 Sky Blue Mittens: https://bit.ly/2HK7L91

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Published 2019-04-20

Episode 45: Clean and Fresh

39 min
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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

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Published 2019-04-05

Episode 44: Yarn and Sheep! EYF and Skye!

64 min
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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 also recapping our trip to the Isle of Skye! Happy listening, everyone :)

Quiz: https://bit.ly/2TWenFJ Sheep Mittens: https://bit.ly/2SRu3Jv

Colorwork KCAL Start Date: Feb 9, 2019 End Date: Apr 26, 2019 Rules: WIPS allowed, colorwork knitting or crochet projects

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Published 2019-03-08

Episode 43: Pure Love and Frustration

37 min
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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/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 Start Date: Feb 9, 2019 End Date: Apr 26, 2019 Rules: WIPS allowed, colorwork knitting or crochet projects

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Published 2019-02-24

Episode 42: With a Needle or a Needle?

41 min
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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.

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Buzzfeed Quiz: https://bzfd.it/2IAPY83 Honeyclone: https://bit.ly/2SVb2Lq Zweig: https://bit.ly/2wCbdf9 Andean Chullo Hat: https://bit.ly/2HY5p9X

Colorwork KCAL Start Date: Feb 9, 2019 End Date: Apr 26, 2019 Rules: WIPS allowed, colorwork knitting or crochet projects

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Published 2019-02-08

Episode 41: One Hand Is a Butt Hand

45 min
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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: WIPS allowed, colorwork knitting or crochet projects

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Published 2019-01-25

Episode 40: How to Floss Properly

53 min
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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, 2019 Rules: WIPS allowed, colorwork knitting or crochet projects

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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: https://bzfd.it/2Qr4Qoa Temperamental Artist: https://bit.ly/2QWd2B8 Zweig: https://bit.ly/2wCbdf9 Pussyhat Project: https://bit.ly/2PiRmv3 Slouchy Hat/Cowl: https://bit.ly/2A2ZcTN Lush: https://bit.ly/2QnDQpG

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Published 2018-12-16

Episode 38: A Reversal of Roles

40 min
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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: https://bit.ly/2rCy2P7 Crochet Wall Hanging: https://bit.ly/2OC8drx

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Published 2018-11-21

Episode 37: A Mini Video Edition

16 min
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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

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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/2qHktxuEngi Sweater: https://bit.ly/2Md3XPfLiberty Wool hat: https://bit.ly/2PocAf8 C2C Afghan: https://bit.ly/2PKqaFB Crochet Wall Hanging: https://bit.ly/2OC8drx Gorman Street Socks- https://bit.ly/2NtSoCA Venetian Carnival Cowl: https://bit.ly/2QAU5jt -------------------------

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Published 2018-10-22

Episode 35: Up the Heel, Down the Heel

44 min
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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

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Published 2018-10-08

Episode 34: An Obscene Knit Fail

55 min
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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 shows to be honest.

Buzzfeed Quiz- https://bzfd.it/2RA9XEa Venetian Carnival Cowl- https://bit.ly/2QAU5jt Gorman Street Socks- https://bit.ly/2NtSoCA Shornies Hat- https://bit.ly/2pyAvJq Pax the Alpaca- https://bit.ly/2RyzUnS Grandmother's Favorite Washcloth- https://bit.ly/2RyAm5y PussyHat- https://bit.ly/2PiRmv3 Basic Neckwarmer- https://bit.ly/2RzkuiZ

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Published 2018-09-24

Episode 33: Everything Looks Good On Me

41 min
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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 Sweater: https://bit.ly/2Md3XPf Shornies Hat: https://bit.ly/2pyAvJq Off Your Rocker Shawl: https://bit.ly/2o6Pzgq @sheepofthegram: https://bit.ly/2NAeb0f

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Published 2018-09-08

Episode 32: Literal Ankle Warmers

50 min
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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.

Buzzfeed Quiz: https://bzfd.it/2QeQ6d9 Engi Sweater: https://bit.ly/2Md3XPf Off Your Rocker Shawl: https://bit.ly/2o6Pzgq French Market Bag: https://bit.ly/2wpODHY Millennial Pink Headband: https://bit.ly/2oQ6JPT Vivian's Chair Socks:https://bit.ly/2oQb4Td Kinda Magic Socks: https://bit.ly/2JedCm4 Sock Arms Sweater: https://bit.ly/2M72f1Y

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Published 2018-08-26

Episode 31: Morag, Meet Morag

47 min
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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 what we've been getting up to.

Buzzfeed Quiz: https://bzfd.it/2MS9Wft

Kinda Magic Socks: https://bit.ly/2JedCm4 Sock Arms: https://bit.ly/2M72f1Y Off Your Rocker Shawl: https://bit.ly/2o6Pzgq French Market Bag: https://bit.ly/2wpODHY Puffin Cushion: https://bit.ly/2MVgauW Delta Scarf: https://bit.ly/2Lonjz7

KALCAL: https://bit.ly/2Ly3J3R #kalcal2018 #teamifisitiknit #teamcrochetallday

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Published 2018-07-22

Episode 30: Cartastic!

33 min
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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 #kalcal2018 #teamifisitiknit #teamcrochetallday

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Published 2018-07-10

Episode 29: Pure Sass, Baby!

42 min
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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.ly/2JedCm4 Slip Stitch Dishtowels: https://bit.ly/2u9XsFk Fiddlehead Mittens: https://bit.ly/2zwpZdE

KALCAL: https://bit.ly/2Ly3J3R #kalcal2018 #teamifisitiknit #teamcrochetallday

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Published 2018-06-22

Episode 28: The One Where We Forget Words

51 min
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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 submission!

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\\ B U Z Z F E E D Q U I Z \\

Which Historic Time Period is Actually a Better Fit For You?

\\ W O R K S I N P R O G R E S S \\

Sock Arms by Stephanie Lotven – Knit Picks Stroll Tonal Blue Yonder, Knit Picks Felici Hopscotch

Slip Stitch Dishtowel by Purl Soho – Lily Sugar 'n Cream

Pleated Cardigan by Kat Goldin – John Arbon Textiles Knit by Numbers 4 Ply

\\ F I N I S H E D O B J E C T S \\

Shorty Socks – Knit Picks Felici Time Traveller

Alyson's Roma Tank Top – Classic Elite Katydid

Hot Water Bottle Cover

\\ K A L C A L \\

Ravelry chat thread and rules

\\ M A I L B A G \\

Hannah – The Cozy Cottage Crochet

\\Y A R N Y B I T S A N D B O B S\\

Hidden River Yarns

\\ A F E W O F O U R F A V O R I T E T H I N G S \\

Crochetzine

\\ N E R D T A S T I C \\

Incredibles 2Jupiter Artland

\\ S H O P T A L K \\

Pearl and Plum

\\ F O L L O W U S \\ Ravelry: alysonhere, upstateviv YouTube: Keep Calm and Carry Yarn Podcast Instagram: KCACYpodcast, alysonhere, upstate_viv Etsy: Pearl & Plum

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Published 2018-06-08

Episode 27: Cat Cameo

51 min
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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 more of you!

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\\ B U Z Z F E E D Q U I Z \\

This Colour Quiz Will Reveal If You're An Optimist, Pessimist, Or A Realist

\\ W O R K S I N P R O G R E S S \\

Sock Arms by Stephanie Lotven – Knit Picks Stroll Tonal Blue Yonder, Knit Picks Felici Hopscotch

Alyson's Rome Tank Top - Classic Elite Katydid

Pleated Cardigan by Kat Goldin – John Arbon Textiles Knit by Numbers 4 Ply

\\ F I N I S H E D O B J E C T S \\

Bubbly Sweater by Isabell Kraemer

\\ K A L C A L \\

Rules here | Ravelry chat thread here

\\ Y A R N Y B I T S A N D B O B S \\

The Elegant Ewe

Steve's Sewing Quilting and Vacuum

\\ S H O P T A L K \\

Pearl and Plum

\\ F O L L O W U S \\ Ravelry: alysonhere, upstateviv YouTube: Keep Calm and Carry Yarn Podcast Instagram: KCACYpodcast, alysonhere, upstate_viv Etsy: Pearl & Plum

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Published 2018-05-23

Episode 26: I'm Not Good At Counting

52 min
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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 and we'll share it on the show!

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\\ B U Z Z F E E D Q U I Z \\

Food Color Test

\\ W O R K S I N P R O G R E S S \\

Bubblyby Isabell Kraemer

Pleated Cardiganby Kat Goldin – John Arbon Textiles Knit by Numbers 4 PlyAlyson's Tank Top - Classic Elite Katydid

\\ F A N A T A S Y K N I T T I N G \\

Zweigby Caitlin Hunter Engiby Jennifer Steinglass

\\K A L C A L \\

June 15th - August 31st

\\Y A R N Y B I T S A N D B O B S\\

Pintuck And Purl

\\ A F E W O F O U R F A V O R I T E T H I N G S \\

The Beach!

\\ S H O P T A L K \\

Pearl and Plum

\\ F O L L O W U S \\ Ravelry: alysonhere, upstateviv YouTube: Keep Calm and Carry Yarn Podcast Instagram: KCACYpodcast, alysonhere, upstate_viv Etsy: Pearl & Plum

Theme music: Carpe Diem Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License https://bit.ly/1b8Hyff

Published 2018-05-08

Episode 25: Camping in a Garbage Dump

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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. Thanks for tuning in!

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\\ B U Z Z F E E D Q U I Z \\

Which Avenger Are You?

\\ W O R K S I N P R O G R E S S \\

Pleated Cardiganby Kat Goldin – John Arbon Textiles Knit by Numbers 4 Ply

Bubblyby Isabell Kraemer

Fiddlehead Mittensby Adrian Bizilia – Schoppel-Wolle Edition 3

\\ F I N I S H E D O B J E C T S \\

Life's A Plus Afghanby Caron Design Team – Paintbox Yarns Simply Aran

Blurreby Deanne Ramsay – Olann Sock Lite, Qing Fibre Pure Merino Fingering, Skein Queen Crush, Fine Fish Yarns Core sock

Korraby Woolly Wormhead – Madelinetosh Tosh DK, MooRoo Yarn Moonbeam

\\ A F E W O F O U R F A V O R I T E T H I N G S \\

Neapolitan Novelsby Elena Ferrante

\\ N E R D T A S T I C \\

Avengers: Infinity War

\\ S H O P T A L K \\

Pearl and Plum

\\ F O L L O W U S \\ Ravelry: alysonhere, upstateviv YouTube: Keep Calm and Carry Yarn Podcast Instagram: KCACYpodcast, alysonhere, upstate_viv Etsy: Pearl & Plum

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Published 2018-04-22

Episode 24: Wing, Wang, Wung

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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.

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\\ B U Z Z F E E D Q U I Z \\

What Kind of Sci-fi Geek Are You?

\\ W O R K S I N P R O G R E S S \\

Bubbly Sweater by Isabell Kraemer

Korra by Woolly Wormhead - MadelineTosh Tosh DK, MooRoo Yarns Moonbeam

Blurre Shawl by Deanne Ramsay

Pleated Cardigan by Kat Goldin

\\ F I N I S H E D O B J E C T S \\

Peerie Flooers by Kate Davies

Korppi Placemat by Katrine Birkenwasser

\\ Y A R N Y B I T S A N D B O B S \\

Uncommon Yarn, Brookline, MA

The Fabric Basement, Natick, MA

\\ S H O P T A L K \\

Pearl and Plum

\\ M O M M Y P E D I A \\

Estimating yardage in a skein or project: Stashbot

\\ F O L L O W U S \\ Ravelry: alysonhere, upstateviv YouTube: Keep Calm and Carry Yarn Podcast Instagram: KCACYpodcast, alysonhere, upstate_viv Etsy: Pearl & Plum

Theme music: Carpe Diem Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

Published 2018-04-05

Episode 23: Where's This Story Going?

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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 30th. Definitely join in, it's a great make.

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\\ B U Z Z F E E D Q U I Z \\

Everyone Has A Tarot Card That Matches Their Personality — Here's Yours

\\ W O R K S I N P R O G R E S S \\

Bubbly Sweater by Isabel Kraemer

Peerie Flooers Hat by Kate Davies - Jamieson and Smith 2 Ply Jumper Weight

Blurre Shawl by Deanne Ramsay - Qing Fibers, Fine Fish Yarns, Skein Queen

\\ F I N I S H E D O B J E C T S \\

Tied Knots Hat by Justyna Lorkowska - Julie Asselin Nurtured

Sam's Waffle WFL Scarf - Rowan Alpaca Soft DK

Photography Mitten by Carmen Jacob - Iona Wool Aran

\\ S H O P T A L K \\

Pearl and Plum

\\ F O L L O W U S \\ Ravelry: alysonhere, upstateviv YouTube: Keep Calm and Carry Yarn Podcast Instagram: KCACYpodcast, alysonhere, alemjema Etsy: Pearl & Plum

Theme music: Carpe Diem Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

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 out for a video clip of us with our dancing shoes at the ceilidh, and we even managed to chat about some WIPs!

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\\ B U Z Z F E E D Q U I Z \\

You're Not Scottish Unless You Score 10/12 On This "Complete The Sentence" Quiz

\\ E Y F \\

The Haul:Aileen Clarke Crafts Martin's Lab The Crochet Project La Fée Fil Hedgehog Fibres Stephen & PenelopeJohn Arbon Textiles Qing Fibre Skein Queen Olann YAK Lifelong Yarns Daughter of a Shepherd Ysolda Julia Asselin

Special Guests: Louise Caithness CraftsClarisabeth Crochetcakes Caroline Mind and Muse Crafting

\\ W O R K S I N P R O G R E S S \\

Bubbly Sweater by Isabel Kraemer

Photography Mitten by Carmen Jacob

\\ S H O P T A L K \\

\\ F O L L O W U S \\ Ravelry: alysonhere, upstateviv YouTube: Keep Calm and Carry Yarn Podcast Instagram: KCACYpodcast, alysonhere, alemjema Etsy: Pearl & Plum

Theme music: Carpe Diem Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

Published 2018-03-06

Episode 21: The One in New Hampshire

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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.

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\\ B U Z Z F E E D Q U I Z \\

Which Clichéd Female Character Are You?

\\ W O R K S I N P R O G R E S S \\

Bubbly Sweater by Isabell Kraemer - Knit Picks Stroll

"Experiment" Infinity Scarf by Vivian - Madeline Tosh Twist Light, Knit Picks Bare Hare & Knit Picks Stroll

\\ F I N I S H E D O B J E C T S \\

Wisteria Trellis Shawl by Joanne Scrace - Doulton Flock Border Leicester & Baa Baa Brighouse Brighouse Marble 4 Ply

Purple and White Daisy Stitch Hat by Vivian - Cascade Yarns Lana D'Oro Hand Dyed & Knit Picks Swish Worsted

\\ S H O P T A L K \\

\\ N E R D T A S T I C \\

Black Panther

\\ F O L L O W U S \\ Ravelry: alysonhere, upstateviv YouTube: Keep Calm and Carry Yarn Podcast Instagram: KCACYpodcast, alysonhere, upstate_viv Etsy: Pearl & Plum

Published 2018-02-22

Episode 20: Call Me, Beep Me

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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 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 old hats, she's been experimenting with designing her own using daisy stitches.

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\\BUZZFEED QUIZ\\

Which Kim Possible Character are You?

\\Ultra Violet KCAL\\

Janurary 15 - March 1

Carloway Cowl by Rachel Atkinson - Orkney Angora St. Magnus DK

Fiddlehead Mittens by Adrian Bizilia - Knit Picks Stroll Tonal & GGH Soft Kid

\\WORKS IN PROGRESS\\

Wisteria Trellis by Joanne Scrace - Baa Baa Brighouse Baa Baa Brew

Life's a Plus Afghan by Caron Design Team - Paintbox Yarn Lavender Hat Experiment by Vivian - Cascade Yarns Lana D'Oro Hand Dyed & Knit Picks Swish Worsted

\\FINISHED OBJECTS\\

Gray Hat Experiment by Vivian - Lion Brand Vanna's Choice Tweeds

\\YARNS BITS AND BOBS\\

Stirling Castle Tapestries

\\SHOP TALK\\

\\FOLLOW US\\ Ravelry: alysonhere, upstateviv YouTube: Keep Calm and Carry Yarn Podcast Instagram: KCACYpodcast, alysonhere, alemjema Etsy: Pearl & Plum

Published 2018-02-07

Episode 19: It's Our One Year Podiversary

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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 accomplishment of all is that Vivian has finished the Maxfield Cardigan!! Wooo!

Buzzfeed Quiz: Which Millennial Stereotype are You?

Ultra Violet KCAL Janurary 15 - March 1

WIP Projects

Carloway Cowl by Rachel Atkinson Orkney Angora St Magnus DK

Fiddlehead Mittens by Adrilan Bizilia Knit Picks Stroll Handpainted

FO Projects

Beltline Cuff-down Socks by Rohn Strong Patons Stretch Socks

Gris de Lin Cowl by Berangere Cailliau Blacker Yarns Swan Falkland Islands DK

Coins by Vivian Knit Picks Wool of the Andes Sport

Maxfield Cardigan by Amy Cristoffers Knit Picks Hawthorne Sport and Stroll Sport

Mommypedia: Marled, variegated and tonal yarns

Nerdtastic: The Crown

Ravelry: Alysonhere, Upstateviv YouTube: Keep Calm and Carry Yarn Podcast Instagram: KCACYpodcast Etsy: Pearl & Plum

Published 2018-01-25

Episode 18: A London Reunion

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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

Special Announcement: KCACY is an official podcast at the Edinburgh Yarn Festival 2018!

Ultra Violet KCAL: Use #UltraVioletKCAL on Instagram and join the Ravelry thread

WIP Projects

Alyson Carloway Cowl by Rachel Atkinson Yarn: Orkney Angora St Magnus DK

Wisteria Trellis by Joanne Scrace Yarn: Blacker Doulton Border Flock Leicester 4 Ply & Baa Baa Brighouse Marble 4 Ply

Beltline Cuff-Down Socks by Rohn Strong Yarn: Patons Stretch Socks

Vivian Gris de Lin by Berangere Cailliau Yarn: Blacker Swan Falkland Islands

Fiddlehead Mittens by Adrian Bizilia

Maxfield Cardigan by Amy Cristoffers

FO Projects

Vivian Kodiak Kisses by Athena Forbes Yarn: Knit Picks Simply Alpaca

Alpaca Hat

Bayside Pullover by Hannah Fettig Knit Picks Capretta

Yarny Bits and Bobs: Loop Knitting London

Mommypedia: Selling knitted/crocheted objects

Nerdtastic: Harry Potter - A History of Magic exhibit at the British Library & Hamilton the musical

Ravelry: Alysonhere, Upstateviv YouTube: Keep Calm and Carry Yarn Podcast Instagram: KCACYpodcast Etsy: Pearl & Plum

Published 2018-01-05

Episode 17: It's Just An Angry Eggplant

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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 hats like a knitting machine!

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Buzzfeed Quiz: Which Movie Dog Are You Most Like?

Ultra Violet KCAL Janurary 15 - March 1

Alyson Carloway Cowl by Rachel Atkinson Orkney Angora St Magnus DK

Vivian Gris de Lin by Berangere Cailliau Blacker Swan Falkland Islands

EYF Blacker Yarns KALJanuary 13 - March 11

The Woolly ThistleWisteria Trellis by Joanne Scrace

WIP Projects

Alyson Sam's Scarf Rowan Alpaca Soft DK

Beltline Cuff-Down Socks by Rohn Strong Patons Stretch Socks

Vivian Maxfield Cardigan by Amy Cristoffers

Kodiak Kisses by Athena Forbes Knit Picks Simply Alpaca

FO Projects

Alyson Kriesel Fingerless Gloves by Sybil R

VivianFingerless Gloves loosely based off of Treads by Victoria Anne Baker

Quadratic Hat by Angela Ghosts

Grumpasaurus by Kathy Lewinski

Yarny Bits and Bobs

Mommypedia: Swatching for Socks

Nerdtastic: Black Mirror and The Crown

Ravelry: Alysonhere, Upstateviv YouTube: Keep Calm and Carry Yarn Podcast Instagram: KCACYpodcast Etsy: Pearl & Plum

Theme music: Carpe Diem Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0

Published 2017-12-22

Episode 16: He Splootered A Gubfu O Glaur

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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 You Translate The Scots Version Of Harry Potter?

WIP Projects

Alyson

Kreisel Fingerless Gloves by Sybil R Sirdar Heart and Sole

Filet Crochet Bunting

Vivian Maxfield Cardigan by Amy Cristoffers

FO Projects

Alyson

Linen Loop by Amanda Ochocki Bilum Muli

Vivian

Quadratic Hat by Angela Geosits Valley Yarns Colrain

Fair Isle Hat by Vivian

Kodiak Kisses by Athena F

Yarny Bits 'n Bobs

Step Into Crochet by Rohn Strong

Webs

Northampton Wools

Creative With Clay Etsy Shop

KCAL Announcement: Ultra Violet, Jan 15 - Mar 1

Nerdtastic

Ravelry: Alysonhere, Upstateviv YouTube: Keep Calm and Carry Yarn Podcast Instagram: KCACYpodcast Etsy: Pearl & Plum

Theme music: Carpe Diem Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0

Published 2017-11-22

Episode 15: I Like My Princes Extra Lumpy

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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 Gloves Sirdar Heart and Sole

FO PROJECTSWinterly Valley Yarns Charlemont

YARNY BITS AND BOBS Millenial Pink Headband Vickie Howell's The Knit Show

NERDTASTIC Thor: Ragnorak Prince Charlie and the Jacobites at the National Museum of Scotland

SHOP TALK

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Ravelry: KCACY, Alysonhere, Upstateviv YouTube: Keep Calm and Carry Yarn Podcast Instagram: KCACYpodcast Etsy: Pearl & Plum

Theme music: Carpe Diem Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0

Published 2017-11-06

Episode 14: It's a Cult!

43 min
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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 CushionMillennial 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

Nerdtastic: Outlander. Claire and Jamie Reunion Episode!!

Ravelry: Alysonhere, Upstateviv YouTube: Keep Calm and Carry Yarn Podcast Instagram: KCACYpodcast Etsy: Pearl & Plum

Published 2017-10-20

Episode 13: Hitting the Hair Thread

45 min
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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

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 Quarter actually mean?

Our Favorite Things: Amazon Prime

Shop Talk

Ravelry: Alysonhere, Upstateviv YouTube: Keep Calm and Carry Yarn Podcast Instagram: KCACYpodcast Etsy: Pearl & Plum

Theme music: Carpe Diem Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0

Published 2017-10-06

Episode 12: Which crotch did YOU pick?

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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

Winterly by Suvi Simola Valley Yarns Charlemont

FO Projects 24:10

Mommypedia 33:15

Our Favorite Things 39:00

Shop Talk 48:05

Outro

Ravelry: Alysonhere, Upstateviv YouTube: Keep Calm and Carry Yarn Podcast Instagram: KCACYpodcast Etsy: Pearl & Plum

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Published 2017-09-23

Episode 11: It's not a typo, It's French

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Thank 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

Vivian 25:30 KnitWitElizabeth's The Brown Stitch

Tess' Designer Yarns

Mommypedia 30:36 Repairing Socks

A Few of Our Favorite Things 35:51 Pompom makerGingher Embroidery Scissors

Nerdtastic 43:15

Shop Talk 49:25

Outro 59:11 Ravelry: Alysonhere, Upstateviv, KCACY group YouTube: Keep Calm and Carry Yarn Podcast Instagram: KCACYpodcast Etsy: Pearl & Plum

Published 2017-08-16

Episode 10: The Final KALCAL Countdown

41 min
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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

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

Nerdtastic 28:33

gishwhes

Yarny Adventures 35:23

Nido Fabric and YarnStowe Fabric and Yarn

Outro 40:30 Ravelry: Alysonhere, Upstateviv, KCACY group YouTube: Keep Calm and Carry Yarn Podcast Instagram: KCACYpodcast Etsy: Pearl & Plum

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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 Cardigan

A Few of Our Favorite Things 28:00

Alyson Meeting up with @handdrawnyarn

Vivian My iPad!

Mommypedia 32:24

Nerdtastic 34:30

Kindred Spider-man: Homecoming Wicked

Shop Talk 44:33

Ravelry: Alysonhere, Upstateviv, KCACY group YouTube: Keep Calm and Carry Yarn Podcast Instagram: KCACYpodcast Etsy: Pearl & Plum

Theme music: Carpe Diem Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0

Published 2017-06-25

Episode 8: I Feel Like a Celebrity

51 min
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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 Projects 15:29

Alyson Acute Sweater by Kraftling

Vivian 17:22 Bayside Pullover by Hannah Fettig Knit Picks Capretta

Peerie Flooers by Kate Davies

Mommypedia 21:49

A Few of Our Favorite Things 27:25

Vivian Knitty.com Shimmer by Rebecca Hatcher. Knitty Winter 2003

Alyson 30:35 Zinio

Nerdtastic 32:06

Shop Talk 39:30

Outro 40:01

Vivian & Liz (MrsKellogg on Ravelry) Great Chalfield Manor

Ravelry: Alysonhere, Upstateviv, KCACY group YouTube: Keep Calm and Carry Yarn Podcast Instagram: KCACYpodcast Etsy: Pearl & Plum

Theme music: Carpe Diem Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0

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Published 2017-06-05

Episode 7: An Army of Frogs

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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

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 Leicester 2/8

Split Back Snowflake Hat by Susan B. Anderson Plymouth Encore

Mommypedia 29:00

A Few of Our Favorite Things 31:01

AlysonCrochet Circle Podcast Old Dog, New Tricks segment

VivianHighlighter Tape

Nerdtastic 35:34

Wonder Woman

Shop Talk 36:58

Outro 47:20

Ravelry: Alysonhere, Upstateviv, KCACY groupYouTube: Keep Calm and Carry Yarn PodcastInstagram: KCACYpodcastEtsy: Pearl & Plum

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Published 2017-05-20

Episode 6: I Have a Normal Sized Head!

38 min
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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 Of The Galaxy, Volume 2

Shop Talk 30:18

Pretty Kitties Tote Bag

Outro 37:22

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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

Alyson 32:03 Woolful Podcast

New Hampshire Sheep and Wool Festival 34:13

Shop Talk 35:53

Outro 43:22

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Ravelry: Alysonhere, Upstateviv, KCACY groupYouTube: Keep Calm and Carry Yarn PodcastInstagram: KCACYpodcast Etsy: Pearl & PlumShownotes: KCACY website

Theme music: Carpe Diem Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

Published 2017-04-20

Episode 4: Attack of the Frankencowl!

44 min
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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/2o0KxV7 Alyson's Cobbled Street Cowl: Cobbled Street Cowl

#KALCAL 20:50 May 5 - Aug 10 More details on our Ravelry thread:

Momopedia 28:05

A Few of Our Favorite Things 31:00 HOBCAL: http://bit.ly/2pPKGXY Tubular Cast On: http://bit.ly/2oKXjEx

Nerdtastic 38:18 Doctor Who season 10 premiere!

Edinburgh Adventures 39:44

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Theme music: Carpe Diem Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

Published 2017-04-05

Episode 3: Yarny Adventures

60 min
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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 Street Cowl Bayside Pullover by Hannah Fettig (Try-It-On Tubing) Cyclone Hat by MyGurumi

FO Projects 37:15

Vivian Cabled Bunhead Hat Purse Socks: Plymouth Happy Feet

Alyson 39:00 Himalyan Basket Carolyn Top by Joanne Scrace: Get 50% off this pattern with promo code kcacy50!

Momopedia: To swatch or not to swatch 44:45

A Few of Our Favorite Things 49:19

Nerdtastic 52:44

Victoria on PBS Avengers in Edinburgh!

Shop Talk 56:47

Helen bags- Japanese knot-style

Ravelry: Alysonhere, Upstateviv, KCACY groupYouTube: Keep Calm and Carry Yarn PodcastInstagram: KCACYpodcastEtsy: Pearl & Plum

Published 2017-03-05

Episode 2: Babblecast

54 min
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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 Scrace

FO Projects 13:49 Andean Chullo Hat by Kerin Dimeler-Laurence

Momopedia 15:53 Frog Raglan

A Few of Our Favorite Things 21:59 Vivian Fingering weight sweaters Seashore Ravello 3-in-1 by atelier alfa Trin-Annelie's 3-in-1 Alyson 28:06 Steel and Stitch Mrs. Steele's School of Stitchcraft and Stitchery

Nerdtastic 31:05 Victoria Outlander comes out in September!

Shop Talk 39:00 Timey-Wimey KAL Mitten KAL

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Ravelry: Alysonhere, Upstateviv, KCACY group YouTube: Keep Calm and Carry Yarn Podcast Instagram: KCACYpodcast Etsy: Pearl & Plum

Published 2017-02-05

Episode 1: I'm the Queen

50 min
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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-Fay (CAL March 3rd, Cobbled Street Cowl by Sol Rencoret) Crochetcakes-Clarissabeth Hooks & Books-Sarah

Vivian 34:24

Nerdtastic 35:33 Walking Dead Doctor Who (Timey Wimey KAL by Bad Wolf Girl Knits and Crazy Sock Lady) Outlander (The Scot and the Sassenach)

Shop Talk 41:17 Keep Calm and Carry Yarn is sponsored by our Etsy shop, Pearl and Plum. To celebrate our new adventure in podcasting, we are offering coupon code for 15% off your total purchase. Thanks!

Convertible bag

Outro 44:28 Alyson is moving to Edinburgh (Update: The visa arrived!!!!!)

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