Knitting Daily is hosted by a cast of popular magazine editors: " Interweave Knits" Editor Eunny Jang, "Interweave Crochet" Editor Kim Werker, "Handwoven" Managing Editor and former Managing Editor of "Spin-Off," Liz Gipson, along with Shay Pendray, original host of Needle Arts Studio. KDTV covers a variety of needle crafts from knitting and crochet to stitching, felting, and spinning and guide viewers in learning to make fun yet smart one-of-a-kind designs using the latest products in yarn and fiber.
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Episode # 1006
We're armchair traveling on today's Knitting Daily as we explore international techniques for both knitting and crochet. We begin this episode with a twined knitting technique, a look seen on traditional Scandinavian knitwear. Then, crochet expert Kristin Omdahl has unique edgings for afghans and more. Yarn expert Clara Parkes is next with a yarn spotlight on exotic fibers around the world, including yak yarns that come in a variety of weights. We wrap up today's episode with one more international tip for two special bind-offs from around the world.
Tuesday, May 14, 2013
Length : 28 min
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Episode # 1007
Join us on this episode of Knitting Daily and explore both simple and stunning knitwear. We begin with a look at draping, gathering, and ruching in knitwear and how these simple elements pack a very fashionable punch. Then, on today's how-to segment, Laura Bryant and Barry Klein take a look at tencel yarns and fashionable projects that can be made with this unique yarn. You'll learn what tencel is and be able to practice knitting with this yarn in a fun, easy scarf design. Then, on today's yarn spotlight Clara Parkes looks at recycled yarns. Finally, we wrap up today's episode with a quick tip for getting gauge for specialty yarns so you can either achieve the drape you're looking for in a garment or show off the yarn you're using.
Wednesday, May 15, 2013
Length : 28 min
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Episode # 1008
Big is beautiful on today's Knitting Daily. Join us on today's episode as we take a look at bulky yarns and big designs. We begin with tips for working with chunky yarns. You'll have the tools you need to dive into big knitting. Then, join crochet designer and author Robyn Chachula as she and Kristin Omdahl explore crocheted afghans, from lap blankets and lacy motifs, to big and comfy blankets to wrap up in. On today's yarn spotlight, yarn expert Clara Parkes takes a further look at chunky yarns, what they're ideal for, and how to best use these yarns in your designs. Finally, we end with a quick tip for huge art knitting, working with more than one strand of yarn.
Thursday, May 16, 2013
Length : 28 min
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Episode # 1009
Take a tailor's approach on today's episode of Knitting Daily. We get started with a modular octagon fabric for sculptural effects. Then, on this episode's how-to segment, Laura Bryant and Barry Klein are back with a tutorial on slip-stitches. Incorporate this technique into your knitwear with fashionable projects. On today's yarn spotlight segment, Eunny joins Clara Parkes in the knitting lab for a look at boucle yarns. These fun yarns are a bit tricky to work with, but the results are stunning. We'll look at various boucle yarns that are available. Finally, we wrap up today's episode with refining a workhorse finishing technique: mattress stitch. Learn how to finish your garments by seaming them row to row, stitch to stitch, and row to stitch.
Friday, May 17, 2013
Length : 28 min
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Episode # 1010
Working with laceweight yarns can be tricky, but the results are always rewarding. On today's episode we explore working with lace weight yarns beginning with a tutorial on producing larger gauge fabrics with these fine yarns, such as choosing needle sizes and perfecting your stockinette fabric. Next, on this season's second knitalong, designer Kristin Omdahl begins the Wheeled Lace Shawl knitalong. This shawl uses lace weight yarns for a feminine piece that will surely be cherished. On today's yarn spotlight with Clara Parkes, we'll look at luxury yarns, but not the type you may think. There's a new spin on luxury with possum and laceweight yarns. Finally, we wrap up this episode with bind-off methods that are better for lace projects because they'll give you a stretchy edge.
Monday, May 20, 2013
Length : 28 min
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Episode # 1011
One of the most popular things to knit are socks. On today's getting started segment we dive into designing the basic sock. Then, on today's how-to segment, Kristin Omdahl continues with the second installment of the shawl knitalong. Kristin demonstrates the medallion chart portion of this pattern, and shows how to increase and decrease correctly. On today's yarn spotlight we're back to sock knitting with sock yarns. Clara explores various types of yarns perfect for knitted socks. Then, we wrap up this episode with a quick tip for finishing your toes with kitchener stitch.
Tuesday, May 21, 2013
Length : 28 min
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Episode # 1012
This episode is all about adding a subtle or vibrant splash of color to your knitwear. We begin with a getting started segment on colorwork techniques. This sampler dives into stripes, mosaic knitting, and flat intarsia techniques. Then, on today's knitalong, Kristin demonstrates working the pattern repeat in her shawl. On today's yarn spotlight, Clara and Eunny have an in-depth look at woolen versus worsted yarns. You'll learn the difference between these two types of yarns, and which is best for your own projects. Finally, we wrap up today's show on color with a few embroidery stitches. These methods are great ways to add a bit of color to a project after you've knit or crocheted it.
Wednesday, May 22, 2013
Length : 28 min
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Episode # 1013
Join us on this episode of Knitting Daily for an in-depth look at cable knitting. We begin with a primer on braided and woven cable techniques; great ways to add depth and texture to your knitwear. Then, expert Kristin Omdahl wraps up her shawl knitalong with great tips for edging this shawl and then pinning the entire piece in the blocking process to make your knitted lace bloom. On today's yarn spotlight, yarn aficionado Clara Parkes talks super lofty, puffy yarns. These yarns knit up and fill in stitches well, and Clara shows the types of yarns that possess this unique quality. And finally, on this season's last quick tip segment we share a combination of cables and lace stitches that are sure to be fun to knit.
Thursday, May 23, 2013
Length : 28 min
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Episode # 601
Whether you're a brand new knitter wondering where to start, or an accomplished knitter looking for inspiration, you've come to the right place. First, on the Getting Started segment, Eunny helps novice knitters get comfortable with selecting a pattern and starting their first project. Next, the Designer Spotlight is on location with best-selling novelist and knitter Debbie Macomber. She talks about combining her two great passions: writing and knitting. Then, on Crochet Corner, expert Kristin Omdahl gets back-to-basics for crocheters with a lesson on reading charts and symbols. On the How-To lesson, TV anchor and celebrity knitter Deborah Norville joins Eunny to demonstrate some simple-to-finish projects. Finally, Eunny has a quick tip on using highlighters and Post-It notes to code a pattern for quick reference.
Friday, May 24, 2013
Length : 28 min
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Episode # 602
For centuries knitters and crocheters have gathered together to practice their craft. Knitting Daily looks at some popular group projects that have brought people together. Eunny starts with techniques for modular knitting-knitting that involves making small pieces of knitted fabric, like afghan squares, which are then joined together. These types of projects are especially popular with groups making blankets and throws for charity. Then, meet Debbie Stoller on location to discuss the phenomenon of the knit-along, and how the knitting hobby has taken off among 20 and 30-something women. Next, on the Crochet Corner, Kristin offers a primer on basic finishing techniques for crochet projects. Then, the How-To lesson features Barry Klein and Laura Bryant with a tutorial on how to adapt a pattern written for one gauge to another gauge. Finally, Eunny finishes up with quick tips on weaving in too-short ends.
Monday, May 27, 2013
Length : 28 min
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Episode # 603
Get to know your fibers! This show offers a look at a range of natural fibers-from exotic fibers to common animal fibers. Learn how to treat them before spinning them into yarn, and how to take care of them once you've made a project. Eunny starts out with tips on knitting with mohair, a yarn that can be a challenge but is fun to knit and luxuriously warm and soft. Then, it's on location with Jennifer Edgar as she shares her advice on the essentials for every crafter's laundry room, and how to treat stains for specific types of fibers. Next, on Crochet Corner, Kristin demonstrates how one stitch pattern can look very different when crocheted in different fiber weights, or thickness. The How-To lesson features Deb Robson with an introduction to animal fibers and how to scour and degrease the fibers to prepare them for processing and spinning. Eunny finishes up with a tip on getting shaping right the first time with hard-to-fix fibers-by knitting with two balls of yarn.
Tuesday, May 28, 2013
Length : 28 min
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Episode # 604
Knitters and crocheters love to take a pattern and make it uniquely their own. Learn how to use improvisational techniques to achieve stunning results, whether modifying a pattern or substituting an unusual yarn. First, Eunny demonstrates some different techniques for working with unique yarns to show them to their best advantage. Then, in the Designer Spotlight on location Miriam Felton demonstrates designs featuring texture and lace. She also demonstrates a few easy techniques for fixing lace knitting mistakes. Next, in the Crochet Corner, Kristin teaches the basics of crocheting in the round-used for hats, ornament, even bowls. The How-To lesson features Barry Klein and Laura Bryant demonstrating how to adapt pattern stitches from any basic stitch reference to alter and personalize a basic pattern. Last, Eunny shares some advice on knitting with ribbon and other designer yarns, and how to manage them for the best knitting experience.
Wednesday, May 29, 2013
Length : 28 min
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Episode # 605
Knitting meets crochet. Weaving meets knitting. And! Sock yarns that aren't just for socks. When two fiber crafts merge they can create stunning results. Knitting Daily takes a look at these creative combinations. Eunny begins with the ins-and-outs of woven knitting. She offers some artistic ideas for incorporating novelty fibers with more traditional yarns. Then, meet designer Yumiko Alexander on location discussing her flair for combining knitting and crochet techniques in garment design to obtain interesting textures and stylish layers. In the Crochet Corner, Kristin offers an advanced lesson on Tunisian crochet, a technique that is considered by many to be a cross between knitting and crochet. Deborah Norville is back for the How-To lesson which features a look at sock yarns that are not just for socks and demonstrates ideas for using them in garments and accessories. Finally, Eunny has tips to make intarsia knitting easier including a technique for getting rid of tangles.
Thursday, May 30, 2013
Length : 28 min
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Episode # 606
Embellish your knitwear with custom elements! Knitting Daily looks at embellishment techniques that can give projects some final pizzazz. First, Eunny gets started with three different techniques for adding beads to your knitting, from pre-stringing them on your yarn, knitting with beads as you go, and adding them to finished garments. Next, it's on location with Louisa Harding, an acclaimed knitwear designer who has unique and creative ways to add charming embellishments to knitted projects. Then, in the Crochet Corner with Kristin, learn more textured crochet stitches for a variety of projects. Next, Barry Klein and Laura Bryant are back to discuss necklines for knitwear- a very important element to the overall design of a garment. Last, Eunny has tips on creating bulk-free seams for garments knitted out of heavy or thick yarns.
Friday, May 31, 2013
Length : 28 min
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Episode # 1005
We're lofty and luxurious on today's episode of Knitting Daily. Join us for a look at airy fabrics, such as mesh and brioche knitting. We begin this episode with an airy yarn over technique that is used to create loft in your knitting. Then, on today's how-to segment Laura Bryant and Barry Klein explore Tunisian crochet techniques and projects. This popular skill is both easy and fun to master. Then, on today's yarn spotlight Eunny joins yarn expert Clara Parkes for a look at soft spun fiber. We'll explore pencil rovings and lofty yarns that add warmth but not bulk to your projects. Then, we wrap up today's episode with a quick tip for brioche knitting in two colors.
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Monday, May 13, 2013
Length : 28 min
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Episode # 1004
This episode of Knitting Daily looks at stitch definition and tips and tricks for knitters and crocheters. We begin with a tutorial on some unique cast-on methods for knitting: the tubular and provisional cast-ons. Then, Kristin Omdahl joins crochet designer Robyn Chachula for crocheted jewelry, and how to make these designs stiff enough to wear. Then, on today's yarn spotlight Clara Parkes takes a look at cotton yarns. What's the difference between mercerized and non-mercerized cottons, and how well does a particular cotton yarn hold stitch definition for your projects? Finally, we end today's episode with a unique quick tip for cabling without a cable needle.
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Friday, May 10, 2013
Length : 28 min
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Episode # 1003
On this episode of Knitting Daily, we study lace designs for all seasons. We begin with a primer on fancy increases and decreases for lace designs. Then, expert Kristin Omdahl is back with the third installment of the vest knitalong, with the lower lace section and a tutorial on knitting lace on flat swatches for the vest's edging. On this episode's yarn spotlight, expert Clara Parkes and Eunny talk hand dyed vs. painted vs. kettle-dyed yarns. What's the difference, and what type of hand dyed yarn is best for your project? Finally, we wrap up this episode with a quick tip for basic blocking for designs that incorporate lace.
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Thursday, May 09, 2013
Length : 28 min
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Episode # 1002
Join Eunny Jang and experts Kristin Omdahl and Clara Parkes on this episode of Knitting Daily where we explore sweater construction, from the basics of getting started, to tips to finishing your pieces with fun fringes. We begin with a sweater construction tutorial on increases and decreases, all the basic things you'll need to know to complete a fully-fashioned sweater that fits. Then, Kristin is back with the second installment of the vest knitalong. She explains the increases you need to know when knitting this vest pattern, and begins the armhole shaping. On yarn spotlight, Clara and Eunny are in the knitting lab to explore wool yarns beyond the basic merino blends with long wools. What are they and where can long wools be beneficial for your projects. Finally, we finish this episode with edgings and trims that you can add to your sweater projects to make them stand out from the crowd.
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Wednesday, May 08, 2013
Length : 28 min
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Episode # 1001
On this first episode we're back to basics with a getting started segment on reading a pattern. Then, Kristin begins the first knitalong with the Agua Rios vest, a pattern for all ages. She'll begin with a tutorial on working from the top down and set you up with the cast-on for this vest and quick tips for stitch marker placement. Then, on yarn spotlight Clara Parkes takes a look at yarns close to home with American yarns. Finally, we wrap up this first episode with quick tips for starting and stopping a garment mid-stream, and how to resume knitting when you're ready to return to the garment.
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Tuesday, May 07, 2013
Length : 28 min
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09:00 AM
Episode # 913
Shape-up with fun, knitted shape-influenced stitches and more. Eunny begins this episode with a how-to lesson on infinite, or endless loop cable knitting. This fun technique is not only easy, but you'll turn inquisitive heads and have people asking "how'd you do that?" Then, on the Accessorize Me segment, knitwear designer Kristen TenDyke is back with her Chevron market bag. This bag is not only useful but has a fun chevron stitch pattern that is easy to master. On Yarn Spotlight, Eunny joins Clara to talk about alpaca yarns and alpaca blended yarns and their benefits. Finally, Eunny wraps up this season of Knitting Daily with one more quick tip on understanding "no stitch" boxes knitters see on various charts with an abundance of projects.
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Monday, May 06, 2013
Length : 28 min
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Episode # 912
This episode explores steeking, silk yarns, and crochet motifs. Eunny begins with a tutorial on machine, unfinished, and crocheted steeks. With this knowledge, you can conquer your fears about steeking when you break it down into easy-to-understand steps and learn the benefits steeking can bring to your designs. Then, on the Accessorize Me segment, we explore crochet motifs with designer and crochet expert Kristin Omdahl as she demonstrates how to crochet the motif of her Birch Vest design. On Yarn Spotlight, Eunny and Clara talk silk blends. This luxurious material adds shine to blended yarns, and they'll discuss the benefits of blending yarns with silk. Finally, Eunny wraps up with a quick tip for tacking down your steeks.
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Friday, May 03, 2013
Length : 28 min
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09:00 AM
Episode # 911
This episode explores felted designs or when shrinking your work is intentional. Eunny begins with a tutorial on felting. She discusses what yarns work best for this technique and demonstrates how to correctly measure your work and swatches before and after felting. Then, on the Accessorize Me segment Laura Bryant and Barry Klein look at diagonal miters. This fun technique adds unique shaping to your knitwear, and it's easy to do. Next, on Yarn Spotlight segment Clara Parkes and Eunny discuss tweed yarns and their implications for designing. Finally, Eunny wraps up with a quick tip on comparing and contrasting felted fabrics, such as felting cables and colorwork.
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Thursday, May 02, 2013
Length : 28 min
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Episode # 910
Eunny begins this show by going beyond basic intarsia with a demonstration on a two-color intarsia motif design. Next, Eunny and Kristin demonstrate how to knit intarsia argyle socks in the round, a project that looks a lot more complicated than it is. Then, on Yarn Spotlight, Eunny and Clara Parkes talk about heathered wools. These yarns add depth to knitwear just by their heathered elements. Finally, Eunny wraps up with a quick tip for bobbins and managing yarns for colorwork on bobbins.
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Wednesday, May 01, 2013
Length : 28 min
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Episode # 909
This episode features knitted bobbles and adding beads and baubles to your wardrobe. Eunny begins with a look at textured stitches and a step-by-step guide at knitting the perfect bobble for all over textured stitch patterns. On the Accessorize Me segment, Kristin Omdahl has a fun crocheted jewelry piece. It's both easy-to-crochet and on trend with jewelry seen in stores. Then on Yarn Spotlight, Clara Parkes and Eunny look at a yarn's halo. What is a halo, and what yarns have a tendency to have them? What are the benefits to yarn halos and what projects lend themselves to yarns with and without strong halos. Finally, Eunny wraps up with a quick tip for woven cable stitches, a timeless stitch pattern that can be used in unisex designs.
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Tuesday, April 30, 2013
Length : 28 min
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09:00 AM
Episode # 908
We celebrate the unusually unique aspects of knit. We begin with a tutorial on Andean colorwork's scalloped edging. Eunny demonstrates this technique for an unique flair that you can add to your own designs. Next, knitwear designer Kristen TenDyke takes a look at her finish-free knits with a demonstration on a neat i-cord element that she adds to her knitted pullover design. Then, on Yarn Spotlight, Clara Parkes and Eunny are surrounded by luxury as they look at luxurious yarns made from muskox and silk. Worth every penny of luxury, these yarns are one-of-a-kind and work well for various small projects. Finally, Eunny wraps up today's episode with a fun technique of purling backwards!
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Monday, April 29, 2013
Length : 28 min
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09:00 AM
Episode # 907
On today's episode we're getting started with a lesson on horizontal ruching and welts. These easy-to-knit elements add a touch of details to your knitwear. Next, on today's Accessorize Me segment Kristin and Eunny have a fun beret design to share, which is knit from the top down. Eunny demonstrates the unique cast-on for beginning this hat project. Then, Clara Parkes and Eunny talk about camelid blends on the Yarn Spotlight. What's a camelid, and what yarn do these animals produce? They explore what happens when this yarn is blended with other fibers, what projects lend themselves to these specific yarns, and more. Finally, Eunny wraps up with a quick tip for easy vertical ruching with slipped stitches.
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Friday, April 26, 2013
Length : 28 min
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09:00 AM
Episode # 906
Join us as we twist and shout, exploring twisted stitches and head-turning yarns and designs. Eunny begins this episode with a tutorial on short row and cables; two knitting techniques that you can combine for interesting details. On today's Accessorize Me segment, Laura Bryant and Barry Klein look at faux fur, and fun projects that incorporate this yarn without harming any animals in the process. Then Clara Parkes and Eunny put the spotlight on sparkly, novelty yarns. We look at some fun yarns that have a little something extra for cool effects, and talk about where these novelty yarns can be used to add flair to any project. Finally, Eunny wraps up today's show with a quick tip on the "Big Twist."
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Thursday, April 25, 2013
Length : 28 min
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09:00 AM
Episode # 905
Details don't have to be fussy and can make or break your designs. Eunny begins this episode with double increases and decreases demonstrations. Then, on the Accessorize Me segment, Eunny demonstrates a knitted assemble made from alpaca yarn, showcasing this yarn's unique qualities. On this episode's Yarn Spotlight, Clara Parkes and Eunny explore unique yarn blends. What happens when you cross a yak with bamboo? We'll show you, and talk about great uses and benefits to these fun blends. Finally, Eunny wraps up with a quick tip for adding i-cord edging to your work.
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Wednesday, April 24, 2013
Length : 28 min
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09:00 AM
Episode # 904
We've all accidentally dropped stitches before! On this episode we look at dropping stitches intentionally, and the fun design elements that can result in dropped stitches. Eunny begins with a tutorial on planning dropped stitches, what yarns are most appropriate for these projects and how to steam your dropped stitch designs. Eunny also demonstrates the wrap and drop stitch. Then, on Accessorize Me, guests Laura Bryant and Barry Klein discuss dropped stitch fashions, including a two-skein garter stitch scarf with dropped stitches. On Yarn Spotlight, Clara Parkes and Eunny look at chained and constructed yarns - they swatch some constructed yarns so you can see what the end result looks like, as well as talk about the benefits. Finally, Eunny wraps up with a quick tip on managing all your dropped stitches so they're neat and defined, and don't look like mistakes.
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Tuesday, April 23, 2013
Length : 28 min
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09:00 AM
Episode # 903
Learn about reversible knit and crochet fashions. Eunny begins this episode with an explanation on what makes a knit reversible and demonstrates how to pick up stitches invisibly. On the Accessorize Me segment, Kristin shows off a mobius shawl with a versatile motif pattern. Then, on today's Yarn Spotlight Clara Parkes and Eunny take a look at locally spun yarns. If you think it's important to support American yarn companies, don't miss a look at a fun bison yarn that is both grown and spun here in the United States. Finally, Eunny finishes with a quick tip for reversible and invisible seaming.
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Monday, April 22, 2013
Length : 28 min
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Episode # 902
This episode dives into short row knitting. Eunny begins with a tutorial on three ways to wrap your short rows. Next, on today's Accessorize Me segment, Shay and Kristin talk about the Broomstick lace crocheted hat. This fun hat is easy-to-crochet and takes just one ball of yarn. Then, on Yarn Spotlight, Clara Parkes and Eunny talk about washable wools; which yarns are actually washable, and what projects lend themselves to these yarns. Finally, Eunny wraps up with a quick tip on changing stepped bind-offs to short row knitting.
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Friday, April 19, 2013
Length : 28 min
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Episode # 901
The first episode of the season explores the classic cable and timeless projects. On Getting Started, Eunny dives into a tutorial on cable knitting with tips for repairing common cable mistakes, such as picking up stitches and re-knitting your cables. Next, on Accessorize Me, Eunny has a quick-to-knit cable ornament pattern that is a great project for beginners. Then, on this season's first Yarn Spotlight, Eunny joins yarn expert Clara Parkes to talk wool. Learn about 100% wool yarns, their common uses, and what sets them aside from other yarns on the market. Finally, Eunny wraps up this episode with a quick tip for reading cable charts and counting rows within your cable.
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Thursday, April 18, 2013
Length : 28 min
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09:00 AM
Episode # 813
Add interest to your knit and crochet projects with grafting and textured stitches. The show begins with Eunny and a lesson in grafting in patterns. Perfect your grafting technique with a new charting method that allows you to graft perfectly in pattern. She'll teach how to read a grafting chart, and how to graft a 3x3 rib. Next, author and knitwear designer Connie Chang Chinchio has a great pullover design that incorporates textured stitches. Then, Kristin goes retro with vintage crochet and demonstrates how to care for your vintage textiles with proper washing and spot cleaning techniques. Last, Eunny's quick tip is what she calls "afterthought" openings. A clever afterthought opening minimizes waste and shaping dilemmas at heels and sleeves.
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Wednesday, April 17, 2013
Length : 28 min
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09:00 AM
Episode # 812
The focus of today's show is short row knitting. Eunny begins with a primer in short rows. She'll demonstrate four techniques: using slip stitch, a wrap and turn method, yarnovers, and a Japanese short row method. Next, Laura Bryant and Barry Klein continue short row knitting - using the technique for scarves. Then, Kristin has lightweight crochet projects for newborns. Last, Eunny has yarn advice for knitting short rows. She'll show how to give a short row project a new look with color change yarns and textured stitches, and how to purl ridges in short row knitting.
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Tuesday, April 16, 2013
Length : 28 min
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09:00 AM
Episode # 811
We're armchair travelling around the world today. Eunny opens this episode with a beautiful Latvian old-world technique that shows off color work. Next, guest knitter Andrea Wong shows Portuguese two-color knitting and demonstrates how to make the hat using this method. Then, Kristin talks about Tunisian crocheted lace. Last, Eunny has a lesson in thrumming, a technique that adds warmth to your knitting with a layer of rovings knitted in.
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Monday, April 15, 2013
Length : 28 min
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09:00 AM
Episode # 1013
Join us on this episode of Knitting Daily for an in-depth look at cable knitting. We begin with a primer on braided and woven cable techniques; great ways to add depth and texture to your knitwear. Then, expert Kristin Omdahl wraps up her shawl knitalong with great tips for edging this shawl and then pinning the entire piece in the blocking process to make your knitted lace bloom. On today's yarn spotlight, yarn aficionado Clara Parkes talks super lofty, puffy yarns. These yarns knit up and fill in stitches well, and Clara shows the types of yarns that possess this unique quality. And finally, on this season's last quick tip segment we share a combination of cables and lace stitches that are sure to be fun to knit.
Friday, April 12, 2013
Length : 28 min
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09:00 AM
Episode # 810
Today's show focuses on exotic fibers like yak yarn. First, Eunny gets started by showing how to give your knitting a new lift with techniques that carry a strand in to the row above for a pop of color and texture. She'll also show how to create a float with beads. Next, Deborah Robson discusses yak yarns. Then, Kristin continues her exploration in lightweight yarns in crochet with a lesson on filet crochet. She'll explain how to read filet crochet charts, take gauge, and display some great filet crochet pieces. Eunny wraps up the show with a quick tip on fringe.
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Thursday, April 11, 2013
Length : 28 min
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09:00 AM
Episode # 809
Today's episode explores the handbag, the market bag, the purse, and more. Eunny opens the show with a primer in I-cord - starting with the basics of how to make I-cord, attach it to your knitting, and also how to do a three-needle I-cord bind off. Next, Beth Gantz has some great beginning needlepoint projects, including her specialty of embellishing handbags. Then, Kristin shows off some knitted and crocheted purse fashion made with lightweight thread, and demonstrates how to crochet a sturdy purse handle. Last is Eunny with a quick tip on mitered corners.
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Wednesday, April 10, 2013
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09:00 AM
Episode # 808
Add a touch of whimsy to your knit and crochet. Eunny starts out with a lesson on turning cables on the axis with bias knitting--which is a reversible fabric. She demonstrates increasing and decreasing to make your knitting tilt and handling cables on a bias edge. Next, Kristin talks about drape, ruching, and more directional stitching. Then, Kristin creates vintage potholders--a great way to crochet using lightweight yarns. Eunny wraps up the show with a quick how-to lesson on beaded cast-ons.
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Tuesday, April 09, 2013
Length : 28 min
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09:00 AM
Episode # 807
Today's episode shows how to add some texture to knit and crochet pieces. First is Eunny demonstrating a scrunch stitch, or welting stitch, and how to knit into rows below your working row. Then, author Connie Chang Chinchio shows various texture filled knitwear and demonstrates the tubular cast-on, which adds a professional, clean edge to your knitting. Kristin introduces viewers to lightweight yarns and their many uses in crochet. Last is Eunny's quick tip for ruffles--demonstrating how to knit in stacked ruffles.
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Monday, April 08, 2013
Length : 28 min
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09:00 AM
Episode # 1012
This episode is all about adding a subtle or vibrant splash of color to your knitwear. We begin with a getting started segment on colorwork techniques. This sampler dives into stripes, mosaic knitting, and flat intarsia techniques. Then, on today's knitalong, Kristin demonstrates working the pattern repeat in her shawl. On today's yarn spotlight, Clara and Eunny have an in-depth look at woolen versus worsted yarns. You'll learn the difference between these two types of yarns, and which is best for your own projects. Finally, we wrap up today's show on color with a few embroidery stitches. These methods are great ways to add a bit of color to a project after you've knit or crocheted it.
Friday, April 05, 2013
Length : 28 min
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09:00 AM
Episode # 806
Special knit and crochet questions are answered on today's episode. Eunny is first with a primer on working with pencil rovings. Next, Deborah Robson discusses pilly yarns - what makes your knits pill, how to tell if a yarn you have in your stash has a tendency to pill, and steps to take to avoid this. Then, Kristin takes a look at faux overlapping crochet motifs. Eunny has a last quick tip on reinforcing threads to fix saggy or weak spots in a knitted project.
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Thursday, April 04, 2013
Length : 28 min
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09:00 AM
Episode # 805
Explore form and function on today's episode. First is Eunny with a lesson on pinwheel knitting. Next, guests Laura Bryant and Barry Klein discuss miter magic, and show how to use mitered knitting to create fun purse fashions. Then, Kristin shows how to turn a corner in crochet and create fullness in your crochet designs. Eunny wraps up the show with a short-row scarf project that you can master in 3 minutes.
Rebroadcast
Wednesday, April 03, 2013
Length : 28 min
MPT2
09:00 AM
Episode # 804
Learn the right way to care for your handmade creations. Eunny gets started with a lesson in washing and blocking hand knits. Next, fiber expert Deborah Robson has a lesson on cleaning and caring for fiber before you knit. Then, Kristin demonstrates fun trims that will add a pop to your creations or purchased linens. Last is Eunny with a lesson in duplicate stitch--fix weak areas in your knitting before they become problems with this primer.
Rebroadcast
Tuesday, April 02, 2013
Length : 28 min
MPT2
09:00 AM
Episode # 803
Challenge yourself with color. Eunny starts out with a stranded knitting lesson with a twist--working the traditional wrong side on the outside. Next, Laura Bryant and Barry Klein have a lesson in color blending and demonstrate knitting a bias scarf with this technique. Then, Kristin demonstrates interlocking crochet by making a reversible two-colored edging that creates vertical stripes and adds color and pop. Eunny wraps up the show with Armenian knitting, a technique for knitting small patches of color without needing intarsia bobbins.
Rebroadcast
Monday, April 01, 2013
Length : 28 min
MPT2
