Episode 148 / Crazy Sock Lady

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[@Annascraftyamore]

OMGoodness all the yarn so so beautiful and it was super fabulous to see some fellow Aussie yarns by Fiber Lily, Louie and Lola 🙋🏻‍♀️💞🧶

[@wendywelch5567]

I am so excited to see the Drunk Yarn Home Dye kit. I've been contemplating trying to dye some yarn with my husband and having a kit with basically everything included is awesome!!!!! Here comes another level to knitting & knitting socks.🤭🤭🤭

[@monicamacneille3372]

Thank you so much for showing off my hand dyed yarn and Drunk Yarn dye kits! I'm super intrigued about doing socks in DK. I love DK weight (it's delicate enough for my sensibilities but thick enough to knit up quickly - I'm impatient).

[@OneNerdToKnitThemAll]

That Leap of Faith yarn matches your pink nails so nicely! Thank you for sharing all these amazing small businesses!

[@soniaboyko2703]

So many beautiful yarns! So many amazing yarn businesses! So generous! Wishing you all the best with your new shop! ❤️🧶

[@lynellerobertson2295]

Love to see a small business person succeed in this climate pls remember that not everyone uses all those other social media platform's love the casual sit down pod cast do what works

[@conniehall3873]

Thank you for saying that. I do not use Ravelry anymore so I didn’t join sock camp. I still knit along anyways though. 🙂

[@CrazySockLady]

There is a # on Instagram to use that I draw prizes from as well. That’s been mentioned throughout camp. ♥️

[@cindyg.8425]

Thank you so much Kay. So enjoyed today. The RoundMtn. Fibers is so so good. The integrity of that yarn is truly one of a kind. I love that yarn in my hands. Your colorways are just beautiful. Very happy for your new venture, that is just great what you intend for the space. It will be nice for you to have your space. You have worked so hard to grow this fabulous business. Your kindness and gentleness I love coming for in your episodes. Have a great weekend!

[@jenjf4knits913]

Ooo, that Drunk Yarn kit is so cool! That would be fun to have in your shop. I really like your share a pair with the mint green you are currently working on. Your Rainbow Connection pattern would look great in those two yarns! 😍

[@elsiefikes6763]

I love all the beautiful yarn you show!! I’m sure you are having a great time showing it too.😊

[@MakerWool]

Congrats on taking the leap to setup your own shop and getting separate space to house it all. Love to hear that you'll carry indie yarn and help other small biz owners be noticed.

[@lacyoflittlerobincottage1403]

Who would have thought that in four years time, @thecrazysocklady would have her own store/office. When everything falls into place you can move mountains. So very proud and happy for you, Kay! Please share a 'behind the scenes' of your new shop/office/podcasting/shipping dept. space. 💜

[@CrazySockLady]

♥️♥️

[@leaxpops]

So cool to see some Australian dyers pop up!

[@karenmoseley9337]

You have worked so hard to make it possible to have your own office. Congratulations and best wishes for continued success.

[@heathertucker7056]

I enjoyed the relaxed video today and seeing all the yarn was lovely! I am so pleased you have leased your office space. It will be so much better for you to separate home and work a bit more! You really deserve it after all your hard work to make a success of your business! X

[@janetretzer4869]

So happy for you! So exciting to have your own space for The Crazy Sock Lady.

[@micheledelacruz4301]

Wonderful news about your space! Congratulations winner Robbie. Thanks for sharing all your makes and shop news. Have a blessed weekend everyone.

[@markwilliams1824]

I love DK yarn sox! So much easier to get down here in 🇦🇺 very hard to get sock/fingering yarn 😕 looking forward to the pattern and best of luck with the shop! 🤩🥳

[@RuthannH]

The Practical Magick yarn is delish! The jelly bean yarn, OMGosh! I cannot convey how happy I am for you to have your own shop/knitting nook. That, my Friend, is a dream come true, I shall live vicariously through you. 😊

[@candeeharris7509]

Kay....... I'm so over the moon for your new shop and all the exciting things that are taking place. Enjoy your weekend .

[@michellejohnson4898]

I love to see what you buy/receive! They’re all so pretty. It’s great that you’re supporting other small businesses as well. 💕

[@jayneemsden6678]

I’m really interested in the yarn dying kits you got, must look them up xx

[@heather168]

Congrats Kay!! What an exciting step to find your office space and start your online store. So happy for you!

[@catherinetuwi6267]

So exciting to hear your news about a work space and a website. Lovely seeing your socks and hear the stories surrounding them. Happy knitting!

[@juliehertel21]

So exciting! Office outside the home... Another step towards your brick& mortar yarn store. Congratulations. Thank you for sharing your progress as well as your wonderful knitting.

[@carolharrington2014]

This is the first time I watched your podcast. I really enjoyed watching!! Loved hearing and seeing all of your newly purchased yarns. Congratulations on your new space!! Take care.

[@kathyandgeorgestephens7504]

SO exciting that you now have your own office space! I have an office, and it's the best! It keeps me focused, and more organized! Yay for you!!

[@anniehautala2679]

That share a pair wip is gorgeous!! Such a happy combo

[@dianegiannini8968]

Congratulations on your new office! Love all the yarn you get in the mail. I am finishing a pair of socks for my husband for sock camp. By the time it is over my goal is to have a pair to equal each week of camp. I am having fun knitting all the socks!

[@christywibe4965]

So happy for your new office space and “one stop sock shop” idea! ❤️

[@terryobrien2941]

Congratulations on the office space. Love the variety of yarns.

[@Kriswilli]

Love those gnome progress keepers and the Drunk Yarn kits! Congratulations on the new space--can't wait to see what you do with it!

[@brucepapp8826]

Omg! They are coming out with some beautiful yarn. Love them all.

[@cherylmorrison2803]

So happy that your space is a reality! I always enjoy your episodes and the amazing number of socks that you knit.

[@RachelWest0]

Wow! That campfire color is spot on!

[@deighz33]

Congrats on the new space! Love the colors from the Practical Magic sets! Must stick to yarn diet, must stick to yarn diet, lol!

[@tonyalynnd8732]

Lovely yarn as usual. So exciting about your shop, congratulations !

[@lalaleelou1]

Exciting stuff happening in Crazy Sock Lady Land!!

[@ldsvenusk9524]

Awesome news about your work space/shop! Sending blessings for a smooth transition and a great outcome. Some more beautiful eye candy yarns today!!

[@esthermoses1673]

I just got Chelsea Luxe yarn also it’s very nice, but it’s 80/20. Just made my second socks with it. Just received my little notions tin from you. It’s so cool to have it all in one little tin. Thank the kids and your mother in law for putting it together for us. Good luck with the store you will be so busy now. Enjoy what love doing.

[@carolg5770]

I'm SO exited for you having your own business space! I received my order from you this week and am thrilled with it all. I used the snips last night on a MKAL sock I finished-they're SO much better than the scissors I was "chewing" the yarn tail with. Sheesh! How generous of you to do a free DK sock pattern. I am test knitting one and I agree-they work up SO fast. Nice to know that 2 fingering yarns held double will sub for DK-I don't have DK sock weight yarn here. Have a great week-I know it's gonna be busy but it will be a GOOD busy! Can't wait to take your journey with you-just wish I lived closer so I could attend a knit group! Wishing you all the best, Kay.

[@monicalarose7980]

Bewitched Pigments has a "Practical Magic" colorway too! It's inspired by the colors on the Practical Magic softcover and so gorgeous. I read the book and watched the movie for the first time knitting with it! So much fun.

[@janedaniel7288]

Looking forward to the shop vlog. What pretty yarns you have! 😅 I really can't pick which would be my favourite, they are stunning. Love the gnome progress keepers. Take care and keep safe. xxJane

[@cerisimons2660]

Practical magic is one of my all time favourite movies…..ever!

[@genX49]

I love dark or vivid colors!

[@melitacarder]

great to hear you'll be showcasing some yarn dyers in your shop - that will be awesome !! Also fantastic to see the Australian indi dyers on here - Louie & Lola and Fiber & Lilly :)

[@jilljarvis94]

So excited for you and all that is to come for CSLco!! The luscious yarn you showed is so amazing!!

[@michellethorsteinson6361]

Congratulations on your new office space. I have been having so much fun with Summer Sock Camp. Thanks, Kay!

[@barbaramcrae8425]

Great idea for 1 stop shop for socks!

[@ashleyderr1152]

I’m excited for you to have your new space! Love all the yarns today too!

[@ruthmcniff4765]

Wonderful idea how your online store will be a one stop sock shop!

[@travelingpurls4989]

Congratulations on your new office space! Well deserved for all your hard work!

[@p_broom426]

Loved seeing all your new yarn. The downside to seeing all your new yarn is it makes me want to buy more lol Congrats on your new space and the growth of CSL ❤️

[@maxiimacdonald4258]

Super exciting news about the new office space!! It's so exciting!! Looking forward to your vlog of the set up process! Such pretty yarn shown this episode!!

[@jennifermccarthy1561]

Congratulations on getting your own space! Sure wish I lived closer to be part of your knitting group!

[@janetholler9931]

Congratulations on your shop. I am excited that you are supporting indie dyers.

[@ashleygerrick2695]

I’m so happy you and your growing business! And excited that we all get to tag along on this adventure with you!

[@emilykunkel1552]

The Leap of faith yarn is so tempting!!!!

[@wooldashery-kerrycoganbrown]

That solar surprise mini set is GORGEOUS!

[@annehayward3506]

What a wonderful adventure, I wish you every success for your new shop space. Love the beautiful yarns, and the lovely thank you socks you made your mother in law. Nothing is better than a homemade gift with the love knitted in. Stay safe love and hugs xx

[@judyfaller9129]

So many great yarns. I couldn't pick a a favorite.

[@stephaniefernandez38]

So happy for you! I love your Etsy shop and have placed quite a few orders so I feel a part of all this and it's so exciting. So generous of you to design a DK weight sock pattern. I bought some DK weight yarn by mistake (thought it was fingering!) and now I get to make more of your designs!

[@satnavsaysstraighton]

Great to see Louie & Lola yarn on your podcast. I've been using them now for over a year and love their colourways. We're so fortunate here in Australia to have so many amazing indie dyers and fortunately I live in an area cold enough to wear plenty of knitted garments. Great to see you'll have a DK weight sock pattern soon. I'd just followed the 4ply one and adlibbed following small size but with 8ply and 3.00/3.25mm needles. Good luck with the bricks and mortar shop space. I'm also another who doesn't use social media so FB or Instagram just doesn't happen for me.

[@kat22885]

Don’t apologize for the mail taking long! I love it! It allows me to go “oooo pretty!” And discover lots of new dyers. Good luck in the next few weeks as you move into your new space!

[@patriciabuuck5277]

Congratulations on your shop space. I wish you were closer to me. The knit groups and classes are an awesome idea. Love Chelsea Luxe yarn I have ordered from her Coop Collection and its a surprise and they are wonderful. I love the way you promote other small businesses.

[@kathyclower8648]

Wow, Busy woman! Keeping inching closer toward your ultimate goals! You will make it!

[@robbien19]

Congratulations on the new office space! I cant wait to see what crazy sock lady co turns into!

[@jennifersf_sf]

Congrats on the office space! Very exciting progression of your small business.

[@katherineaosved3785]

So excited for you that you now have an office! How fun to have a place to go for focused knitting time and business time.

[@vickibonachea2750]

I am SO excited that you got your office space!! It's great to dream big!

[@nancyavonlady]

You seemed just as organized as always, even without podcast notes :) I hope everything goes smoothly with your move!

[@millieburrell1078]

I am so excited for you to get settled into your new space. I love that gorgeous Fiber Lily yarn!

[@jsapcakrrow]

So many beautiful yarns! I have to check out each of the links & try not to buy too much! LOL 🧶 thank you!

[@FibreBound]

I was about to head to bed and then noticed you posted and am so happy that I watched straight away! I am looking forward to your DK sock pattern, I have had some DK merino nylon in my stash for about a year! How fun that you have a move in date for your new space and its so soon! Good luck getting the new space set up and I can't wait to see it! Also, Louie and Lola and Fiber Lily are some of my fave Australian yarn dyers too. We are very fortunate to have so many talented makers here!

[@tammyredmon4703]

How exciting to get your own dedicated work place! Congrats!

[@emilymiller40]

It’s so exciting to see your business grow and to hear about your plans!

[@laradillard9532]

Thanks for showing your Dk socks and for reminding me that holding fingering double means speedy socks…definitely great for tromping through the snow or keeping feet warm on fall camping trips.

[@mandapanda4298]

I got my mom into sock knitting. It's been fun learning together.

[@MegansMakeupLove]

So excited to see your shop grow! And loved all the yarn you picked up !!

[@kristinak1510]

Round Mountain fiber has such beautiful colorways. I want one of each 😍

[@brendaiwanski8217]

Congratulations on finding the space for your CSL shop! Wishes for all to go well as you get it all set up & going!

[@RMoss-kz2vg]

Love the Leap of Faith yarn in English Garden colorway. I went to her site and I guess it's no longer available; couldn't find it, but colorway Bryce Canyon is gorgeous. Wonderful news about your new office space; I'm very happy for you! Great to see your dreams taking shape. All the best to you!

[@KristyW452]

I’m so happy for you!!! You’ve worked so hard and deserve every minute.

[@karenmallory282]

Congratulation on you office space. I did one pair of sock. Found a friend is expecting in Dec. So I had to crochet a blanket for her. Then my daughter in law is due in Jan. So after next month I have to finish a quilt. I have the top made. Just to have to quilt and put the binding. Then I have other things I have plan on making. I want to try another pair of sock. I have so many things in my pot right now.

[@ellenfield1619]

I’m so happy for you, it has to be nice to have a special place for your business!! A lot of beautiful yarn and the socks are beautiful!!

[@Tinacrafts2]

What a timely episode for me! Just got some DK yarn (LYS sale on Madeline Tosh/$24 🤩 in purple/white) and wasn’t sure what size needle. I’ve used US2 but will wait for your pattern. Even found your Grandma’s “Splash of Yellow/Touch of Pink” pattern on eBay this week! Super excited for your office space. Wish I nearer to enjoy the fun of your knitting class. Now, I’m off to try to get some of that “Practical Magic”. What a “cast” (movie and CO ). 🤗

[@caitlinlegerefitzpatrick1010]

So exciting that you’re getting your space!!! So happy for you! 😃

[@lucyannstoop9010]

So excited to see you expand your business. Love your style and willingness to share!

[@midnightknitter]

So happy for you Kay. Hope your company is all you want it to be!

[@trishadeieso2666]

I’m excited for all these new developments. Congratulations! I like the casual episode style.

[@joanarruda3680]

Congrats on the office space. Look forward to your next steps, loving summer sock camp.

[@marilyne1323]

Catching up today on all the CSL posts 😄 Love all the yarn goodies!!

[@lindabuckert4052]

Your enthusiasm is contagious!

[@marciathomas8702]

Congratulations on your shop! Excited on your DK pattern. Your socks are gorgeous 💕. I converted your original pattern and knit my husband socks with Berroco Ultra Wool superwash size 4 medium. He loves them. But I want to try different yarns for him. Great video as usual 💕💕💕

[@ibisausensi3463]

So exciting news! Congratulations Kay, you are an inspiration to us.

[@The_Special_K]

Oh my gosh! I have been trying to use stash vs purchasing, but how can I resist when there is so many wonderful indy dyers making awesome, scrumptious yarn!!!

[@susiebracken]

Congrats on your new office space! 👏 Thank for continuing to inspire me! 🧦🐑💜🧶

[@colleenisaac6647]

Thank you for the sock pattern! I’m anxious to make a pair. Your patterns are always fabulous!

[@romanacatcher]

Congratulations with your new/own office/knitting space!! I'm so so excited for you! :)

[@ashleyupham8730]

I love the July share a pair socks you are working on! The colors are so cheerful ❤️

[@amberkeller1406]

Congratulations on your new space! It has been fun to watch your business grow lately.