Knitting Socks Isn't for Everyone - Ep 159 Fleece and Harmony Woolcast

[@SarahSEWS2]

Kim, I love your writings in your newsletters. You are a gifted writer and have a true way with words. I look forward to your newsletters as much as I do your videos. Thank you for spreading joy to the rest of us, thank you for sharing your thoughts with us. 🙂

[@FleeceHarmonyPodcast]

Thank you Sarah. Thank you for reading my newsletters as well. This week's was a little bit of self-therapy I'm afraid!

[@kg4824]

My husband and I road our mountain bicycles around the Cabot trail. We didn't have any traffic problems. We travelled counter-clockwise around, the opposite direction then recommended for car travel, so that we wouldn't have a line of traffic trying to pass us. It worked well and it was a wonderful trip! We had beautiful views, saw eagles at eye level and even had a moose come out of the brush at one point (I actually passed my husband while cycling up-hill when that happened lol). We did it in 3 days.

[@FleeceHarmonyPodcast]

Well that sounds amazing. I would have definitely pedalled faster if I saw a moose!

[@Itsmesue_73]

Just last weekend I was out at your shop and you so graciously helped me out (even though you were closed) with picking out yarns for my easy v sweater using Fleece and Harmony yarn. I just want to thank you from the bottom of my heart for your time. I will be back to visit when you are open and spend more time browsing your wonderful yarn store. ♥

[@FleeceHarmonyPodcast]

I am so happy to hear that you are enjoying your yarn, and we hope to see you soon!

[@patriciamarini7166]

The Cabot Trail footage and the music calmed my soul. The US seems to be imploding and this was such a beautiful respite from all the troubles. thank you. ❤

[@FleeceHarmonyPodcast]

That's what we like to create - some respite! Glad you enjoyed it.

[@HarmonyInspired]

You ladies have questioned the name 'dijon' for the green more than once now, so I got curious and googled 'dijon'. Found this out from Wikipedia: "Dijon mustard originated in 1856, when Jean Naigeon of Dijon substituted verjuice, the acidic "green" juice of not-quite-ripe grapes, for vinegar in the traditional mustard recipe." so maybe the verjuice in the mustard is why they chose that name. Love your programs, always. Thank you for all you do for the knitting community.

[@osmia]

What a great history

[@FleeceHarmonyPodcast]

Cool! We are always learning - thanks for sharing this fascinating tidbit!

[@nicolelafontaine1720]

Thank you for all the laughters, wacking the yarn and giggling ...

[@FleeceHarmonyPodcast]

Thanks for being a faithful viewer Nicole!

[@christinebrown6154]

Another great podcast. Loved the projects & the shared laughter. Harmony was wonderful. So like Scotland . Thank you Kim & team. 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@FleeceHarmonyPodcast]

Cape Breton is definitely a lot like Scotland. It is easy to see why the Scots felt at home there.

[@judycleland9087]

Lovely just perfectly lovely all the knits three beautiful women and the harmony part just brought tears to my eyes with scenery and fiddle music ❤

[@FleeceHarmonyPodcast]

Thank you for watching!

[@MsMegil]

Thank you for another fun episode.

[@FleeceHarmonyPodcast]

Thanks for watching!

[@deniseengel1451]

I loved the Harmony part and Richard Woods music added so much. Thanks for the Woolcast Kim, Simone and Betsy.

[@FleeceHarmonyPodcast]

You are very welcome!

[@emmabutcher]

Kim, Richard's fiddle music sends shivers up my spine.

[@FleeceHarmonyPodcast]

He is great and a super nice person as well - BONUS!

[@dawntorpe5100]

Thanks ladies for a lovely afternoon of joy and laughter! I had one too many perms in my youth - just thinking about those rods in my hair makes my head hurt 😂

[@FleeceHarmonyPodcast]

I'm not sure what's worse - the rods or the smell!

[@cynthiafraser4297]

Do you think you might want to make up kits for the Jethro Cardigan in Simone’s colors? I know I would be interested buying one. 😊

[@elaineenstone6834]

Great episode. Love the fun along with the knits, the crochet, the spinning and the yarn. 🇬🇧

[@FleeceHarmonyPodcast]

Thank you! 😊

[@lynntimmer1620]

Wonderful episode! The breathtaking scenery was amazing!

[@FleeceHarmonyPodcast]

I am glad you enjoyed it!

[@sharonsmith6470]

So fun to see all the knits. Had to laugh at Simone saying she couldn’t stop making granny squares for the Jethro. I have made 2 and so enjoyed the whole process. It’s a lot of fun!

[@FleeceHarmonyPodcast]

It’s amazing how a simple square can be so fun.

[@cynthiabroadbent3836]

Great catching up with you three lovely ladies, again! This month's blanket squares are adorable, as always! Thanks for another fun episode!

[@FleeceHarmonyPodcast]

They are really cute. Those girls are really hitting it out of the park every month!

[@FleeceHarmonyPodcast]

They are really cute. Those girls are really hitting it out of the park every month!

[@paulafralick2905]

I didn't think I liked the Jethro sweater, but Simones colour choice just blew me away.

[@FleeceHarmonyPodcast]

I know, right! LOL

[@karlalintzenich2376]

I did my Shift in solid colors and it turned out beautiful. The seaming will make sense when you get there 😊

[@FleeceHarmonyPodcast]

I really like how it looks in solid colours.

[@debbielavers9836]

I love the new fox blanket blocks. Quite fitting for an Island blanket! Thank you.

[@FleeceHarmonyPodcast]

The foxes HAD to be there!

[@angelau1194]

Loved this and the music was so beautiful. It's getting a bit hot for knits in Australia but I'll still watch. New subscriber.

[@FleeceHarmonyPodcast]

We are happy that you are watching! Maybe getting some inspiration for your next Fall knits?

[@bags-by-carol]

SOOOO good to see you all back - you were missed, but how nice to have a break and see family. Betsy - the sheep swatch - I’m in love and must try it - love those sheep! Great work on this month’s blocks Simone and Betsy- such a beautiful fox and tracks. I’m making a Jethro now and my connecting yarn is Rowan Felted Tweed - it’s luscious.

[@FleeceHarmonyPodcast]

Oh - Jethro from Felted Tweed... just imagine the colour possibilities!

[@EvieO1950]

Beautiful work Betsy!! The flowers are amazing!

[@FleeceHarmonyPodcast]

Aren't they gorgeous?

[@monica-kelowna4355]

You always inspire my creativity...thank you!

[@FleeceHarmonyPodcast]

Yay! We love that!

[@leannascherr3710]

The Cabot Trail. One of the most beautiful spots in our country! Back in the late 90s (I think), my husband and I decided we would camp along the trail one summer for our holidays. We got caught one night in a wicked thunderstorm camping somewhere between Louisbourg and Baddeck. Despite trying to keep the tent dry when packing up to head to our next camp ground, the tent got soaked and stayed wet all day despite trying to dry it flat in the back of our old station wagon. So, when we arrived at our next camp ground and our tent, being still soaked, we thought, ok, lets find a motel or hotel. How hard can that be??? Ha! As the sun set and the fog rolled in, there wasn't a room to be had for miles being at the height of summer! Keep in mind, this was before cell phones, smart phones and google maps at our fingertips. Luckily, a compassionate inn keeper called ahead for us and found ONE room at a motel in Dingwall. We had never heard of this place and had to look it up on the PAPER map we had in the car. It was a tad expensive for us at the time but what choice did we have. So, off we go for another hour at night in the fog. We arrived exhausted and wondered what kind of place this was but simply crawled into bed. When we awoke the next morning, holy smokes, the view was INCREDIBLE! The weather had cleared, the sun was shining and we were located on top of a cliff facing out to sea. It was then we understood what we were paying for! Anyway, we managed to dry our tent in the sun while we gathered ourselves and grabbed some breakfast. Then we were back on our way. It was quite the adventure then for us. The Cabot Trail holds good memories. Would like to go back someday. Would also like to get back to PEI too. Cheers!

[@denised3994]

Betsy, I think knitting socks 2 at a time is the greatest. I encourage you to give it a try! There are a few tricks but books & You Tube will get you on the right track.

[@FleeceHarmonyPodcast]

I think she may just not be a fan of sock knitting...?

[@NancyDeMere]

I am much older than you lovely ladies, but when I started school back in the early 50s, every little girl got a Toni home perm before the big day. Most of us looked more frightening than "the dream". It was always hot when school started and after we went out and played at recess, the entire classroom reeked of ammonia from all those sad home perms on all the perspiring little girls. Have often wondered what the chemical content of those home perms were back in the day!

[@judithmurdoch2549]

Love watching you girls. I’m knitting socks at the moment. My husband only wears black socks so have to knit in daytime only. I save the more colourful project for evening. Always lots of inspiration . Thank you.

[@FleeceHarmonyPodcast]

Thank you! We are always happy when folks enjoy the podcast!

[@nadiak9099]

Ah…the Cabot Trail. ❤❤❤ I love it so much that I told my family to spread my ashes there. Betsy, if you’ve never been, you’ve been missing out in life. 😅

[@FleeceHarmonyPodcast]

I bet there are alot of people thar have done the same thing. It is beautiful!

[@MatildaAllen800]

I love your channel, thanks for your new episode. Girls, you have to knit Kim a new sweater, poor girl, it will be the second year she is still wearing the same sweater. Great to see you again, happy fall!

[@FleeceHarmonyPodcast]

LOL I have lots of sweaters, I just have my favourites - like everyone I guess!

[@janicewale4384]

I always do 2 at a time toe up socks on magic loop needles. Never have to worry about running out of yarn. I usually have at least one pair on the go for mindless knitting.

[@Naturetails417]

I made the Jethro with mostly my handspun. It was the easiest cardigan I ever made. I love it.

[@FleeceHarmonyPodcast]

I think it lends itself to so many possibilities for colours and yarns.

[@Lamara5292]

As always, a wonderful episode. Sometimes knitting has to be on the back burner with life taking its path.

[@FleeceHarmonyPodcast]

Yes. And none of us want it to become "just a job" to knit.

[@marycalderwood18]

The sheep swatch would make such a cute cowl!

[@FleeceHarmonyPodcast]

It would for sure!

[@catnapper3923]

Love making socks; the second sock feels like an old friend because I’ve learned what to do on the first. So socks fly by for me, and I adore the second one! Your three sweaters are gorgeous. I think I’ve watched every Fruity Knitting video, interview and short about the PEI Fibre Festival. Wow, quite an accomplishment.

[@FleeceHarmonyPodcast]

Thanks!

[@nancycox6548]

Kim: my mother gave me a “Tonette” perm ( I have always had poker straight hair - still do) and same as you - woke up next morning- straight once more. I guess the problem was the Tonette and not our hair nor our moms! Thanks for another enjoyable episode!

[@FleeceHarmonyPodcast]

Right! Maybe not as effective as they should have been. And man, they definitely smelled awful!

[@annettechaney2594]

Betsy! Live free! Your socks don't have to match. 😂 Just make each one in the color of the moment and mix and match.

[@FleeceHarmonyPodcast]

That seems like an idea Betsy could get behind!!

[@jodiengle6892]

I can empathize with your perm stories. My grandma thought it would be a great idea to take me to the salon to get a perm when I was around 8 or 9 years old. My hair wasn't that long, and the curlers were super small. So I ended up looking like little orphan Annie!

[@FleeceHarmonyPodcast]

I bet! It was really a crap shoot if the result was going to be good or terrible! LOL

[@lisasorensen2305]

I totally love making socks! So portable. I've made myself upwards of 20 pairs, my husband about 10 pairs or so (wild self striping versions are his favourites). I've also made for many of my girlfriends. When I give away, I always say if they don't fit, to give them back, rather than not wearing them. Only had one pair returned to date, that was replaced by ones that fit.

[@FleeceHarmonyPodcast]

Wow that is very generous of you. I agree, it is better to have the wear the socks than have them languishing in a drawer somewhere.

[@Barbbfly]

THX fun! 49 min. So Betsy I dont knit 2 at a time but I knit a cuff on 1 sock then I knit a second cuff for the other sock then the leg on the 1st then leg on the 2nd and so on m. I have 2 needles and 2 socks going so if any customizing is done I dont have to remember a mnth later

[@FleeceHarmonyPodcast]

That is a great way to make sure you are knitting the same on both socks!

[@emilypoleson3338]

A lovely cheerful episode that I’ve enjoyed. My niece is due to have a baby this month so I’d need to knit some baby clothes 😅 The Rowan book looks great. Have a great weekend ladies ❤

[@FleeceHarmonyPodcast]

Yes the book is great. It is a good concept.

[@suzane.7703]

Great projects as allways. About handdeyd yarn and crochet. I did my Tesselation Nation in Life in the longgras, 1.3 kg of it 😊

[@FleeceHarmonyPodcast]

Oh my! Thanks a heavy blanket but I am sure it is lovely!

[@mongrain8934]

Would there be a possibility of selling kits for Thrum Mittens ??? ❤❤❤

[@FleeceHarmonyPodcast]

Hmmm... maybe.

[@peggyisme]

that sheep swatch will make a nice knitting bag for socks

[@FleeceHarmonyPodcast]

LOL - Yes, if Betsy decides to make more!

[@peggyisme]

@@FleeceHarmonyPodcast I guess it could work for hats too!

[@judithmuscroft8177]

I surprised myself and I DO like knitting socks - although my favourites are shawls.

[@Oldorcuttyarnery]

I don’t like two at a time - on one needle….but I do mine at the same time concurrently! I use two 9” circular needles…I cast on and knit the cuff, then I cast on and knit the other cuff…then I knit a leg and a leg…a heel and a heel…a foot and a foot…a toe and a toe…and then I’m done with the pair! that’s what works for me!

[@FleeceHarmonyPodcast]

It is all about finding what works for you!

[@bigblackdogfiberarts]

Betsy, I have fine, curly hair nearly down to my waist. Humidity is not my friend. Mostly I just wash my hair and hope for the best. There is no controlling it. Brushing or combing is out of the question. It's a vibe and not one most would want to have. lol Also, it matts easily. I can't wear a cowl or scarf. They make the hair at the nape of my neck snarl up and matt. It would probably be really easy for me to have dreds. I have red fox here all the time. They like to make me jump out of my skin by screaming randomly just out of the light when I go out to take the dogs out for their last trip at night. lol

[@FleeceHarmonyPodcast]

Their screams are something, aren't they! 🫣

[@bigblackdogfiberarts]

Understatement.

[@yvonneteunissen9856]

Never tried those chip flavours, but I know the Dutch store in Calgary has flavours you can’t normally get in Canada. I’ve always wondered what Paprika flavour would be like.

[@FleeceHarmonyPodcast]

Paprika - not sure, but you must try the Roasted Chicken!

[@Barbbfly]

I think it was knitpicks has a tiny sock blocker key chain that u knit a sock 4 . Cute

[@FleeceHarmonyPodcast]

Oh cool!

[@paulafralick2905]

My 2 sisters and I also gad Tony home perms probably every 6 months. I had a perm once as an adult and my husband hated it and hated the smell of it.

[@FleeceHarmonyPodcast]

Oh my - I still have that smell in my memory!

[@pennylittle8435]

Betsy where is it written that socks have to match❤I think it’s more fun to knit individual socks and simply keep them in a pretty basket and grab two individual socks and if they are completely different so be it!!!❤

[@betsycampbell7370]

You are not the first to suggest this idea and I’m liking it very much. We shall have to see!

[@pennylittle8435]

@ The fun is in the making and knitting socks is meant to bring you JOY and then you have warm feet !🥰🥳🧦🧦

[@elainekidd5442]

Betsey that blue suits you to a t 🫶

[@FleeceHarmonyPodcast]

It does look great on her!

[@kingdomfleeceandfiberworks5897]

stick to cuff down, DK weight and try making socks in unison, cuff1 cuff2,leg1 leg2, etc...

[@FleeceHarmonyPodcast]

Seems like there are few people knitting socks in unison. Seems like a good solution!