Episode #44 Up, New Prize Drawing and SFA CAL Announced :whew:
January 22, 2010Episode #44 is now loaded in iTunes, please subscribe for automatic notification of future episodes.
Announcements:
- New Prize Drawing: A spindle kit! Leave a comment anywhere on this blog from today until 21 February at 23:59 CEThere is a link to your time to be entered in the Prize Drawing.
- The Second Annual SFA CAL* has begun and will be on going until 1 May at 23:59 CET here is a link to your time. I will conduct the Prize Drawing at that time and will post winners by 4 May 2010. Keep posted for more details.>>>26 Jan: Please click here for details on entering the SFA CAL and current Prizes.
Books Reviewed:
The Knitter’s Book of Wool, by Clara Parkes, Published by Potter Craft 2009, ISBN: 978-0-307-35217-0 (0-307-35217-X)
Some Book of Wool Fun: Which Ewe are You?
Respect the Spindle, Spin Infinite Yarn with One Amazing Tool! by Abby Franquemont, Published by Interweave Press2009, ISBN: 978-1-59668-155-2
Links:
- Benjamin Green Hand Combs Etsy Store , Ebay Store Items may not be listed, send a convo request.
- Sony eReader
- Sony a380
- Knit Kit
- Autumn Rose by Eunny Jang
- Magic Mirror by Jeannie Cartmel
- Escher from Knitting Socks with Handpainted Yarn by Carol Sulcoski
*SFA CAL = Spring for All Craft Along, previously Spring for Babies Knit Along/Crochet Along.
DIY looms>>> Need little more time>>>
Respect the Spindle sounds interesting. I enjoyed the podcast.
The Knitter’s Book of Wool is a great addition to any fiber lover’s library. It really helps one understand what the wool of different sheep looks like, and to help one understand the different wool terms. Thanks for your review. I am always ready for your newest podcast.
Thank you for the thorough review on the book, “Respect the Spindle”, I’ve been toying with the idea of trying to learn to spin, but am not sure if I’m ready to divide my heart between that and my love of knitting.
Dianna
I just found your site– after following a link from spin – off…
I have used an Ashford spinning wheel many years ago. But due to life and many changes– find myself without a spinning wheel. I have been doing a lot of studying on the drop spinning wheel–I have tried a few times, and ended up frustrated– then had to give the drop spindle back because it was a loaner… and saw that your site is giving away one….. Kudo’s to you– and a big thank you from me– just for the chance of winning….
I look forward to following your blog– keep up the good work
Butterflyiii2006
I hope I’m doing this right—
I don’t know about pod cast—
I have the Respect the Spindle Book– I got it for Christmas– It’s AWESOME!!!!! But so far no spindle— I am using a hooked stick found in Hands on Spinning — by Lee Raven…..
Thanks I wasn’t sure what I was supposed to do with the clock– so I guess if I’m posting– am I entered into the contest???
I’m a little confused– sorry
Butterflyiii2006@yahoo.com
Just so you, you were entered into the contest on your first comment (yesterday) ;-) Each month all I ask is that you leave a comment *anywhere* on the blog between certain dates and then you are eligible to win. The calendar link I posted is for your benefit, as I am living in CET and many of my listeners are not. Good Luck ^_^
Kind Regards,
Kerrie
Many Thanks for the kind response…..
Paula aka Butterflyiii2006
Oooh, a spindle kit as a prize, way too cool. It’s something that I’ve wanted to try but hesitate thinking I’ll get hooked and won’t have time to knit…yikes! Anyway, I love the podcast and all the reviews. You keep me interested and waiting for the next episode. Thanks so much for all you do for us listeners.
I really enjoy your podcast with the book reviews, techniques, tips, what’s happening in your world, and your honesty. Please keep talking.
I just bought a new wheel, about a year ago and I have been thinking about purchasing a spindle, so this book really interests me. Thank you so much.
Entering your current contest and signing up to follow you.
Love your podcast, you give great information and reviews. I always wanted to give a spindle a try, but i am a little intimidated. Keep up the great podcasts!!!
The Book of Wool looks like a book I would enjoy– as there is so much I don’t know……
It’s on my list to get.Thanks
Butterflyiii2006
Kerrie – I have both of these wonderful books. Your podcast is among my very favorites! Love your thorough reviews!
Hey there,
Love the reviews of the books. Both are ones that are on my wishlist. I’m still not really proficient at the whole Spindle Spinning Thing :) but I would love to win your kit. It’s fun to use a spindle!
I love your podcast. I started listening a few months ago and caught up in just a few weeks time. I also look forward to new episodes. My goal for this year is to learn to spin, so I decided that this contest would make for a perfect time to let you know how much I appreciate all the time that goes into podcasting!
phoenixfire @ ravelry
Another thing prodding me to buy the Knitter’s Book of Wool – darn you world, maybe I will do so!
Love your blog – am a long time lurker (shhhh!).
Keep up the good creative work!