Episode 117 - Crazy Sock Lady

Thanks so much for watching Episode 117!
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Show notes:
Announcements:
Stashbusters2020 KAL Q2 Chatter Thread: www.ravelry.com/discuss/crazy...
Stashbusters2020 KZbin video: • #StashBusters2020 KAL ...
Finished Objects:
Dishcloths:
Works in Progress:
Erics Socks: www.ravelry.com/projects/thec...
All Needles, lightbulb markers used can be found here: www.amazon.com/shop/thecrazysocklady
Shops/Yarns/Other Things Mentioned during Mail and throughout episode:
Knit Picks: shrsl.com/2h5k0 affiliate link (this means I earn a commission on purchases made through this link)
By The Lakeside: bythelakeside.com
Blush Yarns: www.etsy.com/shop/blushyarns
Little Robin Cottage: www.etsy.com/shop/LittleRobin...
Fringe Supply Co: No longer open
Cookie & Bees: www.cookieandbees.com
Dogwood Knits: www.dogwoodknits.com/bags-1
Wasted Yarns: wastedyarns.com/password
Lavender Mountain Yarns: lavendermou...
Sock Blockers:
Wooden - Knitting Left: www.etsy.com/shop/KnittingLef...
Metal - WEBS: www.yarn.com/products/bryspun...
Patterns Mentioned (that don’t have project pages):
Bronte Sister Shawl by Lost and Fawned: www.ravelry.com/patterns/libr...
YARNaBLE:
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Podcasts Mentioned:
Twin Stitches Designs Podcast: / @twinstitchesdesigns
Julie on Instagram: / julieannknitter

[@auntbella2]

I am very excited for you being able to live much closer to your families. My husband’s job has taken him all over the place, putting us anywhere from 6 to 22 hours away from our family. I’m very thankful for 80 and 85 miles an hour on some of the interstate highways and airplanes - especially now that it’s just the two of us. I’m sure you’re looking forward to experiencing four distinct seasons again. Thank you so much for all you do to help make my crafting experience easier and enjoyable.

[@jennyvonderruhr5403]

I love the idea of indie dyed acrylic yarn- seems like it would be perfect for gift knitting- especially for babies!

[@dananellums2845]

What a beautiful shawl. For the acrylic yarn, you could knit something for your nieces or their dolls.

[@adrianalipski8042]

Knitting dish clothes is the perfect mindless knit. Not to mention all the lovely colors the cotton comes in. Such cute fabric for the Halloween bags.

[@nataliebutler631]

I made dishcloths when I was first learning how to knit. You could use the acrylic yarn to knit hats for charity (cancer patients). So glad you have the opportunity to move closer to your family.

[@sonyagalloway9490]

She did a wonderful job on that shawl! Beautiful. Thank you for the opportunity 💙

[@leisajames711]

Hairspray works great to get ink out of fabric. Put a cloth on the inside of the bag to prevent the ink bleeding. Spay small amounts and scrub fabric with a soft toothbrush. Rinse with water or dab with a damp cloth. Repeat until the stain is gone. Good luck with the house hunting! Your going to love Ohio!

[@rachelkarin1874]

I knit approximately 50 dishcloths during the COVID lockdown from March to May. Very calming and therapeutic during a very stressful time.!

[@valerierennell9680]

Loved seeing all of your dishcloths in addition to your other projects. They are my go-to knit when I don’t want to have to think or follow a pattern. Your shawl is beautiful. What a special gift.

[@faithkoch4526]

Just got my progress keeper from your shop. I love it!! So excited for you and your family and your upcoming move. I moved from Bullhead City, Az to Oregon 11 years ago. I love having all 4 seasons. Unfortunately, the fires are pretty bad, with so much loss. However, the weather forecast is calling for rain beginning next week. Praise God. I love your channel. I just learned to knit this past December and oh my goodness, I'm hooked. Have purchased several of your patterns and just love them. Keep up the beautiful and creative work.❤❤❤❤

[@hankiespice]

Those projects bags are so cute. Also, how sweet of your friend to knit that beautiful shawl!

[@netta2002]

Another great podcast!!! Awesome bags!! Gorgeous yarns 😍 I love your dishcloths!! They're Awesome!! I'm excited for you and your move!!! You'll get to wear all the knits!!!!

[@GrammaC]

Not knitting this week because I had surgery on my spine last week. So happy to have podcasts to watch while I’m laid up.

[@pamelasmith6306]

I too find knitting dishcloths as a mindless,comforting knit...new dishcloths for a new house...❤️

[@knittinglaughsandphotographs]

Here's a tip for the ink stains, you can use the Awesome! spray cleaner on your knits and project bags to get rid of them. I bought a handmade Aran Cardigan from Ireland from the thrift store that had a major ink stain. It came right out with this spray. Bought my spray from the dollar tree. Hope this helps. You just dab the stain with a paper towel and it comes right out. You can use water to rinse out if needed too. May need to be done twice or left on longer before dabbing.

[@yvonnevigil7489]

knitting a little more , just doing more crafts now being right in the middle of the fires (Bobcat fire) Super close can see fire. Your such a good teacher.

[@TheWanderingPurl]

Happy early Birthday! I hope you can get a break from the moving madness and take the day to knit and relax! The shawl that Natalie made you is absolutely stunning! What a wonderful gift and treasure.

[@debratisdale3116]

Dishcloths and scrubbies were my Christmas gifts last year. The shawl is gorgeous. What a blessing to have such a good friend. Love your podcasts.

[@gailjackson4923]

Such a beautiful shawl. What a generous gift! Looking forward to hearing more about the move to Ohio as things progress. Thanks Kay. 💕

[@WoolMakes]

I love that shawl and the project bags😍 Most of the summer all I have done is mindless knitting and a few small crochet projects that are mindless. Finally have the mindset to work on bigger things for this fall😅

[@deniselawrence8067]

Wow, cool that you are able to get all those dishcloths done-that is the great thing about knitting we can change up our projects depending on what is going on in our lives.

[@liasilva3750]

That shawl was beautiful. Such a great friend to make that for you.

[@debbieraby]

We moved 3 times in four years and each time the packers/movers would look at my 20+ boxes of quilting fabric and just shake their heads!

[@rinsknits]

Love the bags!! You could knit a hat with the acrylic yarn. Or a blanket for a doll/stuffed animal for your little niece (my daughter is 7 years old and loves those blankets)

[@tiffanyscharff7790]

I like to keep small mechanical pencils in my knitting bags. They are about the size of a golf pencil. I got them on Amazon. They fit in an Altoid tin with a fold up pair of scissors, stitch markers, small nail file, darning needle, and some spare yarn or size 3 crochet thread to use as a lifeline. I glued a piece of magnet sheet to the inside lid. The needle and metal stitch markers attach to it nicely. I have made several of these up to keep in different projects bags.

[@barbmckinlay3400]

Dishcloth season for me too. I gathered my cotton yarn together and filled a dresser drawer. You might want to make some cowls with the gifted yarn for your new colder climate.

[@FibreBound]

It’s been a busy work here with 12+ hour work days that have exhausted me so all I’ve managed knit this week has been a sock cuff! Thank goodness it’s Friday night here now and I’ve finally started the leg. Dishcloths are a great idea, I just haven’t had the headspace to even think of them! 🤣 thank you for another lovely episode to allow me to switch my mind away from work thoughts!

[@annettemartig1754]

I am glad things are progressing for you in your move. I agree that dishcloths can be the perfect stress-free project or palette cleanser. Be sure to knit every day through this moving process.

[@snobunni426]

That shawl is so beautiful. Those colors especially that green is gorgeous

[@ashleybloom74]

The stellina in that green was beautiful, what a generous gift!

[@knittingnerd9998]

I would love to have a Yarn Cave! 💜 And Yay for Scrappy Sundays!

[@kathykelly2148]

Beautiful shawl that you sweet friend Nataly knitted for you out of her gorgeous yarn! Friend knits are the best.

[@danettevandehei6875]

I always have a dishcloth going for easy, mindless knitting. The end product makes great gifts.

[@davitamarchbanks3867]

I’m so excited for you to move closer to your family, and the bonus is cooler weather so you can wear more of your knitted treasures. Blessings for you and your family on this new season of life.

[@valeriejohnson1043]

Hi Kay, with the acrylic died yarns, I would recommend charity knitting - i.e. caps for kids, babies or adults. I think those would make great hats

[@maureenwelch844]

I just knitted 2 dishcloths and my 4 year old granddaughter claimed them for her babydoll😂. So I’m knitting more. Love your pattern.

[@douille123]

Knitted dishcloths are my holiday projects. Like you, I have the pattern memorized and I can knit while visiting and watching movies with family. Sounds like things are falling into place with your move. You will be all settled just in time for the holiday season.

[@annaliljabjornsd7209]

I love making dishcloths to learn new patterns and it is also nice to clean with beautiful cloths.;).

[@knitprincess83]

I love seeing you knit dishcloths. I love Dishie! I started with a goal of knitting 52 dishcloths this year but with spring virtual learning and Covid I knit the 52 dishcloths by April and now that virtual learning started back up so has my dishcloth knitting. My best friend loves the dishcloths I knit so she will be gifted dishcloths for awhile.

[@Sg33k]

Dishcloths are my go to project when I need something mindless to knit or can't decide what to knit next.

[@lindashields5939]

My mother-in-law gave me hint for taking ink stains out of fabric - a very old trick from her days as a night nurse and had many “ink accidents” with her uniforms. Take the ink stain and spray it generously with hair spray and then just wash with laundry soap. (I have never used hair spray for my hair - just for ink stains - and I often just “spot wash” the stain out with a bit of laundry soap. Good luck. Thanks for the episode and good luck with the move. Salam wa sa’aadah

[@paulamcmellon6171]

The shawl you received is gorgeous and such great colors on you! Moving is so stressful but you seem to be holding it together!! Happy early birthday🎂💜

[@wendymorris]

Happy birthday! That is a beautiful shawl, what a thoughtful gift from a lovely friend💜

[@mandiblumanhourst7623]

What cute project bags! I have been concentrating on a quilt the last few days instead of knitting as much, but it will be finished soon!

[@amandahall7399]

Been sewing masks for the scouts lately, so my knitting has taken a back seat and I miss it ! Can't wait to start on a pair of socks and sweater.

[@aprilbork1394]

Every year I say I’m going to knit dishcloths....and I never do. Maybe this will be the year!! Somebody motivate me !! 🤪😂😉

[@heatherw.6834]

Working on your Austin socks pattern. The pattern is so clearly written and is a great looking sock. Thank you!

[@brendamelahn1781]

Thanks so much for all the opportunities to win the gift bag -- love your podcast and I'm getting better at sock knitting (thanks to you). So glad you're moving back closer to home ... family is THE most important thing. Mechanical pencils are the best -- ask an accountant. I buy pretty gel pens but usually give to my granddaughters. Anyway -- thanks again!

[@AngelaLiving]

Best of luck with your move. I am knitting your ":9" circular Vanilla Sock" pattern and really enjoyed the slip stitch heel. Next I will start the "Simple finger-less Mitts" you suggested back in episode 8. Thank you so so many episodes over the years!

[@zopea]

Those bags are so cute! I especially love the one with the black cats. :) What a beautiful gift from your friend! The colors are so pretty. Hope all your move stuff is going smoothly.

[@knitsinpurple2005]

I have been knitting lots of hats. Most of my family live in the Midwest and love my hand knit wool hats. I like trying new patterns.

[@tonyalynnd8732]

How very kind and generous of her to gift you the beautiful shawl! Isn’t moving hectic and exciting?

[@julzlarrabee]

Best wishes for your house selling and your move! Lots of beautiful things shared again this episode. What a beautiful shawl, a gift to treasure!

[@kriscunningham2192]

And now I feel the need to go and knit up some Autumn dish cloths! Thanks for the inspiration!!

[@mesheela]

I like projects with little by little progress, eventually you cross a line where you suddenly realize you made big progress & then it feels so good just to get it done. Btw those Hallowe'en bags are spectacular:)

[@anhu8528]

Happy birthday early! Your shawl is beautiful! Natalie has such lovely color choice. I'm so glad that you are able to move closer to family. Hope you are able to find a home you love soon.

[@teresamavraedis1375]

Congratulations on the up coming move! Being near family is a blessing.

[@cmb4280]

Your excitement over moving to a cooler climate is great! I miss the snow (don’t tell my husband) and our daughter frequently asks us if we are going to have snow at Christmas (we’re in NC).

[@EverythingJenni]

I love that dishcloth pattern. My husband will only use the hand knit dishcloths. 😂

[@gerscott]

Mechanical pencils work great in project bags! Best wishes for a smooth and easy move!

[@barbarajackson5350]

Thank you for the chance to win one of the wonderful project bags!!! I love your shawl, so pretty!! You inspire me to start some dishcloths for holiday gifts, I definitely have some cotton. Wishing you luck on your move and so happy for you that you will be much closer to your family.

[@karinbaliani5150]

Congratulations on moving. I can see how happy you are when you talk about it. I’ve been in my home for 26 years so I can’t imagine what you’re going threw.

[@BabethKoprowski]

I need to get on the dishcloth bandwagon. We need some new ones. I have crocheted one set for a Christmas gift...but obviously need more. I have never used Knitpicks Dishie so am looking forward to trying that!

[@junewilliams9257]

Your shawl is beautiful!! I’m on a dishcloth knitting binge too. I add a scrubby corner to my dishcloths with scrubby yarn I love them they are great for pots and pans.

[@bernadettefuson1678]

That Bronte Sister Shawl is absolutely gorgeous. Lucky you. It's amazing that your house is under contract already. That seems so fast. I have my Halloween bags out already, the best time of the year.

[@maesardsara]

It's always great to see a new episode from you. I hope all the moving chores are done swiftly and easily!

[@vickyhinz5097]

Love the give away bags. My birthday is the 14th. Fairly new knitter but trying to learn some new stitches. I started a scrappy crochet project recently after watching scrappy sunday's. Good luck with moving.

[@deniseking8019]

I love the colors of the socks! If you saturate the ink spot with hairspray it should remove the ink. Just remember to put paper towel inside to collect the ink!!

[@marcyhawley4757]

Knitting lots of sweaters since we are social distancing. Amazing how much I get done when I stay at home. 🤗

[@lizlaurichesse9056]

How about knitting hats with that acrylic yarn, fast easy one skein projects. And your birthday shawl is gorgeous! 💕

[@hopealtizer1346]

I now want to knit that shawl!! It’s absolutely gorgeous!!

[@lindac7146]

Another terrific video. Smart of you to pick a project that can soothe you during these busy times prepping for your move. I like your dishes yarn selections.

[@kayefudge9469]

Hi Kay I haven't been crocheting or knitting as I have a broken wrist ! Its starting to heal and therefore couldn't resist buying yarn again ! The bags would be great! All the best for a smooth move Kaye x

[@aprildundass3712]

That shawl is beautiful. What a lovely gift. The halloween project bags are adorable.

[@jillhall9402]

So happy that you will be closer to family! I hope the days ahead go smoothly. 🧶

[@karenmoseley9337]

Halloween won't be quite the same this year due to the virus, but the bags will certainly bring a smile to knitters' faces. You are so generous with all of your give aways.

[@Audrey7648]

I am so glad that you get to move closer to family. And I am sooo enjoying your videos. I hope your move gos smoothly and quickly.

[@AlmostHippieKnitter]

Love the shawl. What a sweet gift. I’m about to knit up some dish clothes. I just jumped in on the ankers knit along. Well I’m knitting the mysize cardigan haven’t posted yet! It’s turning out swell! 🤣

[@shymoment]

Christmas knitting has been done for a couple of months. A friend wants a sweater so I started a sweater today for her. I always have an accessory bag in my knitting bag for things like pens and stitch markers and such.

[@britdowson8324]

Fall is a great time to be knitting. I have my list of gift knitting projects. I love to use project bags to keep things organized. Maybe I’ll be a lucky winner this time.

[@KatoYarnCompany]

Always love the hand knit dishcloths. Great on the go project.

[@kateboehler4579]

How exciting for you and your family that you will be moving closer to them. And, Oh my goodness. What beautiful Halloween project bags. The draw string, especially. How awesome that fall is here!!

[@lulumcd8068]

I think the acrylic hand dyed yarn would be great for baby items or hats. Best of luck with your move!

[@PoohBah]

Thank you Kay. Good luck to everyone and congratulations to the winner in advance.

[@teenacarter7282]

I keep mechanical pencils in my project bags. I have always preferred them to pens! Love your new shawl, its beautiful!

[@neversaynever1274]

I’m a crocheter learning to knit. Working on my first sweater. Went from pot holder to hooded scarf to this sweater. Maybe I shouldn’t have skipped the washcloth stage. Hope the move goes as smooth as possible.

[@ericallerton809]

Glad to see you,,, Such a great bags Giveaway! Love them,, And the shawl,,wow,,,What a super special gift from Natalie,,,,♡♡♡ BET UR Mind has been busy,,,with everything,,, Elaine🏡🏡🏡

[@nebula371]

We are also moving. In the process of buying our first home. Its exciting and nerve-racking but I cant wait.

[@suenic17]

The moves will come and please don't stress, just do it in chunks and you will get it done. Those bags are very cute. Thank you for sharing your knitting

[@teresalowe6566]

Congrats to Laura! Giveaways are so much fun.

[@marymulligan3653]

Such cute bags in time for the BOO HOLIDAY. It looks like any project would fit inside. Wonderful giveaway.

[@stephanieferguson6980]

I love keeping up with your podcast. I use mechanical pencils in my yarn bags. If i do use pens, only click pens...I also have ink spots as well!

[@kristinerablias4770]

That shawl is just beautifull😍 it will have to go in my «to knit» list👏🏻

[@lorirolison8298]

Always look forward to watching your podcast; you inspire my knitting and my organizing. Those Halloween bags are spook-tacular. Love all the yarns and goodies you share with us; your new gift shawl is just gorgeous. Wishing you well on your packing and moving process.

[@barbaraklotthor3712]

Hi, I enjoy listening to your weekly podcasts. You always have great content and beautiful projects. Hope your move goes smoothly and you find the house of your dreams soon. I am sure you will love your new area, our nephew was based at Wright Patterson and he enjoyed the area. Stay safe and well.

[@candeeharris7509]

I'm a mechanical pencil person for the same reason. I got some flexiflips needles, it looks like Lucy and Ethel try to knit...... Excited for you about the move. Thank you for sharing.

[@heathertucker7056]

I have just knitted two dishcloths for a charity appeal from Yarndale for a hospice charity! Like a bit of mindless knitting now and again! Glad your move plans are racing ahead! Have you found a new house yet? Good luck with everything (especially the packing up 🤣)

[@heatherpittman2462]

I also just knit a bunch of dish cloths using the Dishie yarn and it was great to work with. Mine are a Christmas head start, but I'm about to go back to selfish knitting!

[@brendaiwanski8217]

I use a mechanical pencil & a small notebook in my bag. Like that I can erase if I note something & change things. I’ve also started to try the knit companion app-which I find is great. Just have to figure out if I can sync it with all my devices so when I go out I can use my phone rather than my iPad. Tech mental block for this grandma-although I’m quite proud of my attempts to learn & try new things-tech-wise.

[@fokesingh3500]

Thank you for the mention of the Indy dye acrylics! So valuable to me because of my strong allergies to wool. ( can’t stop looking at wool though, so lovely) I can’t wait to try!