Needles at the Ready: Episode 93

[@elissahalstead8352]

Haha, you thought we might not hear your bird!! Chirping away happily in the background 😃

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

😁 oops lol 😂 We didn’t realize he would be so vocal

[@chrissy24-7]

Lol it's what they do! ❤️

[@invaderzimm1010]

NatR Bingo: wip sound effect, whispering 9" circular needles, Ray breaks out in a random song, "this will be a short episode", someone having to get up to get something, fun sassy marital bickering, both Kevin and Ray turning red over Kevin's books lol

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

LOL great ideas, we should really think about doing it.

[@eileengoeslean-vsg7808]

Hi! Ray, I’m the person that was knitting the socks with the Lang sock yarn with the silk in it. 😊 And thank you for the Bare Naked Wool Haplander Square. I purchased the pattern and it’s going into my queue. So nice to meet both of you at Skein Yarn Shop. Kevin, your yarn is just gorgeous! 😀

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Thank you so much!! You totally inspired me! I can’t wait to get started! I hope you love the shawl as much as I did ❤️❤️

[@alanptaylor11]

I love hearing the sound of your budgie in the background. It takes me back 45 years when I had a blue budgie named Icarus. He was so much fun to watch and interact with. He loved to press the front of his beak against his little bell and just chatter away at it. 🥰

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Love the name Icarus! Skylar has become very social and has said his first words. 😀

[@debosorio4676]

There are more than 100 reasons why I watch this channel. Kevin and Ray, I think I came in around episode 30-something, and binge watched from the beginning. I feel like I know you, and wish I still lived closer to CT. CONGRATULATIONS!!!and CHEERS🥂 for the next 100!!!

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Aww thank you so much Deb.

[@pamleverette3860]

The tiny bird was such a delight to listen to in the background! I wish you great success in training him! I loved the backyard chicken club yarns!!! I also loved your new colorways. I have crocheted 3 of the kits that you bought for my grandchildren and they were a BIG hit! I also have several crochet hooks if you need more😉you guys are such a joy to watch every 2 weeks!

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Thank you so much Pam.

[@Sassycanuckknitter]

Hey Kevin & Ray - I loved today’s podcast. I like the crescent shawls you both made. And your travels sounded great too, thanks for sharing. 😊 The bird chirps were cute and added to the atmosphere.

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Thank you, the shawls are great knits.

[@fjellrosastrikkepodcast]

I had gone CRAZY with all that sound all day long with a bird 🙈🙈🙈🙈🙈🙈🙈🙈🙈🙈🙈 else....love to watch you!

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

It isn't too bad, he can get pretty vocal in the late morning/early afternoon.

[@donnawelch3548]

Lovely knits and yarns. Really enjoyed the budgie chirping. We have had a few of them over the years. They are quite the characters. Take Care.

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Thank you so much Donna.

[@jaynejones4312]

Both of your shawls are beautiful! Kevin, your yarn is wonderful!

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Thank you Jayne.

[@Kaileynorriscreates]

The chirps add magic!!🪄 Love it!!

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Aww thanks, he is kinda cute.

[@andriabye4559]

Skeins was the very first yarn shop I’ve ever been in, had never knit before….I came in and got some things, sat down with the regulars and have been back every week since…hands down the best group of people I know! I was so excited you guys came but I couldn’t stay long and chat but thanks for lending me your scissors Ray!

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Haha anytime!! We completely felt like part of the crew and can’t wait to go back!! Such an amazing day ❤️❤️

[@donnastubbs9525]

Wow, fun stuff to share! Loved everything you're knitting and really enjoyed seeing what broke the bank. Kevin, the combination of the dark pink and green with the rhubarb colorways....stunning. Ray, your eyes absolutely twinkled when you showed the Woobles kits. It was so sweet to see your absolute delight. Of course you needed to buy them! Thanks for the joy.

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Always gotta buy a kit 🤣

[@firstbytedesigns]

Nice to meet you at Knitty Gritty Yarn Girl. So happy you liked Cozy Coastal Knits!

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

We loved it! And so great to see you too!

[@KateColors]

I love Lykke needles! I've knit umpteen hats on them and they do relax after 4 or 5 projects. I trust them the most to give me a beautiful garment. ❤ Thank you for the scrumptious look at your knits, yarns, and shop discoveries. Sooo good.

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Good to know, thank you for sharing that info Kate.

[@chiwaluvcritter8811]

Hi guys happy about your new little bird, I never had any luck with parakeets, but cockatiels are fabulous pets, and live much longer. I even bred mind and that was a joy to see the babies hatch. ❤ Do keep the wings clipped, it’s for their safety, as they will fly into windows or out doors very quickly.

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Thank you for the tip.

[@tracyshafer-kachel224]

Love the new bird! Kevin, keep knitting with your own dyed yarn. Your shawl is gorgeous!

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Thank you Tracy.

[@una3766]

Great episode as always. Kevin, that was a great idea to do a separate episode on an 'in between' week showing what's in your hat&mittens bin and what's in your shawl bin. I love this idea as I also have a lot of shawls but some I reach for much more than others! ❤🧶❤🧶

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Thank you 😀

[@alisonbainbridge1735]

finally got time to watch this episode. We are coming into spring here and the longer days are getting really busy with community events etc. Love to just sit and watch and listen to you guys... calms me and makes me laugh thanks.

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Aww thank you!! So glad we could keep you company! Enjoy the change in energy of the seasons ❤️❤️

[@barbaradenn2942]

A home patient of mine trained her budgie to talk. When she uncovered him in the morning he’d say “Gmoring Ethel Whatcha doin’? At night “Gnight Ethel” she also trained him to call the dog. Hysterical because the dog would come every time! Good luck!

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Omg this is hysterical lol 😂

[@judyfitzpatrick6957]

Hi Kevin and Ray, lovely knitting as usual. Love the yarn colours you dye Kevin .What fun a budgie, took me right back ,fond memories of my Dad who bred them, each of my three children had one, one of those used to dive bomb the wall every time he was out🤣 . Looking after Grandchildren was special. Knitting socks for my daughters for Christmas at moment, found it hard to match the second sock when yarn was random stripe🙄See you next time enjoy your two weeks🧶👍🏻

[@sheryl2knit790]

Ray, we must have seen the same ad for the Woobles kits. I got the same 5 you got! But, in my case, I don't know how to crochet (yet). And I am a Backyard Chicken yarn addict! I love all of the chickens.

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

LOL he purchased them all in person, they are cute starter kits.

[@dianescott3515]

Love your new bird (at least his little chirping in the background😁). I started a Pure Joy shawl after the last episode and love working on it! Ray, both of yours are beautiful. Kevin, I really like your new shawl and want to try it also. Thanks for another great episode, guys❤

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Aww thank you so much 😊

[@cheryldowd6916]

Love you guys. I love your projects. I made the easy folded poncho. It turned out really nice. I love birds. I had 2 cockatiels. One passed last year at the age of 26. My other one, Nina is so cute. She is around 18 years old. Good food to give them is Exact, which is made from fruit. Much more nutritious than just seeds. I bought some of your yarn and it is wonderful.

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Sorry to hear about your bird. Thank you for the food tip and thank you for supporting the shop, we really appreciate it.

[@louannehouston8496]

I was delighted to see that you also purchased Jody Long Alba yarn. I am presently knitting the April Cardigan in the colour Cherry and have really enjoyed knitting with this yarn that I found in Comox, BC, Canada. (The shop has since closed.) Can't wait to finish this project and start wearing it this Fall! Your podcast was such a refreshing breath of air as we are inundated with smoke from many fires throughout BC and especially from the one just north of us in Kelowna! Thank you!

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

We have really been enjoying working with the yarn. Hope you are staying safe from the smoke and fires.

[@gaellezaccaro1691]

i love the bird in the background, it's so exotic 🏝. love your colorway Kevin, this pink 😮😮 !! thanks for the video, i'm heading to the new episod 😊

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Thank you, we closed to door to keep some of the noise out. We also had the window open.

[@chrissy24-7]

I owned a parakeet when I was young and when I moved out I purchased a breeder cockatiel who wound up living 28 years! Fly in grace, Doogie ❤

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Aww they really are so sweet!!

[@joanne12345ish]

Kevin, I don't comment on may knits,,,,this is gorgeous. gorgeous !! love the color combo. Love a shawl the wraps around your neck and sits so you can see the pattern and colors. Well done!

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Thank you Joanne, I am really pleased with how it turned out, it is also really nice to see how my yarn knit up.

[@ericadavan6952]

TY :) congrats on the birdie .. so cute. I was absolutely thrilled to meet you both, and the girls in RI. I will be going back to the store … it was lovely! 💕 The sisters say ‘hi’! English Erica 💜

[@TheSkeinScoopPodcast]

❤❤❤

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

So great getting to meet you, thank you for coming to the store.

[@rositabaardsen3216]

I love every minute with you two guys. You do such an entertaining episod and the bird, whom is singing in the backround. Thank you both! And now the evenings getting darker in Stockholm, and the cafe with the knitters, is slowly moving inside. Looking forward to your next episod ❤🧶🦜

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Aww thank you! We are definitely moving into cozy season and we love it 🥰

[@shebeesstitchyworld]

Heard your bird - so cute. Okay, as my mom used to say, but what you want as you only live once. The face and smile when showing all 5 kits was saying it all. I would have bought all of them too. You can’t have just 1.

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

LOL, good words to live by.

[@knittingpossect]

Kevin I love the new colors on the BFL yarn! I guess the bird is feeling more comfortable. :) Kim

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Thank you friend. Oh the bird is much more comfortable, he is very vocal.

[@toomiepal]

Great episode. Neat to hear about the tricks you used to make the toe up sock with the stripe in the cuff, etc..Wonderful to hear about your trip to Knitty Gritty Yarn Girl and Skein Yarn. Beautiful yarns of course. And a parakeet! He's beautiful! Love them.

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Thank you Mike.

[@helenamoss3142]

Classic quote “the microphone won’t Pick it up”! Your budgie loves the sound of its own voice! You know that they will stop chirping if you cover the cage in a cloth, which is part of their bedtime routine. Great podcast as usual even with the distraction!

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Than you for the tip Helena.

[@barbaramcrae8425]

Your birdie is quite vocal!!😂 Kevin, that shawl is gorgeous! Ray, your's is also...never would have thought to put those colors together, but the work!!! You really do bring such fun to those who watch your videos! 😊

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

He really is, late morning/early afternoon his can go a little crazy.

[@caffeineandwhimsy]

The blinking @ 1:52:52 I’m dead. 😂😂😂😂 Working on my vertices unite with my cat on my day off. Thanks always for laughs!! ❤

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Lol 😂 enjoy the day!!

[@JADufault21]

Received my skein of Bejeweled yesterday. Lovely! I was very surprised to find a Let's hear it for the boys pin in my package. Thank you! Chem Knits Creations has also had a few reusable zip ties that had dye on them. Unless they are in bad shape, a good hot soapy soak to clean them up.

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Yay, so happy it arrived and that you are happy with the yarn. Thanks so much for supporting the shop.

[@susiehanna8617]

Ray got a bird!!……oh man…..bless you Kevin. You guys are so funny and I appreciate all the yarnie goodness. I did laugh out loud when Kevin “appreciated” all the crochet animal kits 😊 Thanks for hanging out.

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

LOL the bird is growing on me.

[@lindawatt1791]

That Zorzal shawl is gorgeous! The colors are beautiful!❤

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Thank you, it was a really fun knit, highly recommend it.

[@jepa21951]

I just did that stretchy bind off and read where it flares like it did on your sock. Someone went down two needle sizes and it corrected it. I went down one and it was fine for my neckline.

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Thank you for sharing, Ray will give that a try on his next pair.

[@rhondarogers1646]

I was going to save the video for tomorrow since the tropical storm is supposed to land in San Diego tomorrow and Monday. Oh well, I couldn’t wait so I’m watching now. I guess I will knit and bake cookies instead. Have a great weekend

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Mm send some cookies our way!! Please stay safe! ❤️❤️

[@maryannw5289]

Welcome Skyler! You’ve chosen a great home. So fun to meet you both at Skein!

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Thank you so much Maryann, it was great meeting you and spending time at the store.

[@maryanncasale87]

It was such a pleasure meeting you at Skein! Getting ready soon to cast on my Zorzal shawl with your yarn and I can’t wait! Looking forward to your shop update…the video on Instagram looks like you’ve been really busy! Loved everything you showed today, including the serenade by the little budgie who looks adorable! Congrats on getting him (her?). Thanks so much for taking the trip to RI and for everything you do for the knitting community!

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

It was so great meeting you and thank you for purchasing some of our yarn.

[@EasyAcresGnomestead]

The bird is cracking me up. Not disruptive at all, no worries. I just think he feels left out. He WILL get his voice in. He will not be denied. 😂

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

LOL he is a character.

[@staceymoore5304]

Life lines are so helpful! They have made it so less daunting when trying to fix mistakes knowing ripping out the entire project would not have to be due to an inability to correct an error. A big error mind you, not a tiny one to be bypassed 🤪🙄😆

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Agreed! Life lines are such a great idea before a new or complicated section 🥰

[@jillfoster6369]

Oh my goodness your shawls are just fabulous. Really perfect. Kevin your yarn is beautiful. Well done and delighted that you now have time to concentrate on the yarn dying. Yep, we could hear the little bird but it was a delight so don’t worry. Laughed so much at the amount of kits you have bought Ray😮. Love your story telling about your jolly woolly adventures and meeting such great people. Hope you ate lots of “fruit from the fridge” to fill you up. 😂 ❤

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Thank you Jill. Glad the bird was too distracting.

[@meadowsweetfarmfiberartsdesign]

How sweet!!! What a beautiful pet!!!! I love his name!!!

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Thank you, he is a cutie.

[@RTsarahmmm]

Kevin, i just started knitting with some of your yarn today and these are some pretty hefty skeins! Both weighed in at 115-116g! I was worried I'd be playing yarn chicken, but now I know I'm safe. Thanks!

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Wonderful! I’m so glad to hear that, thank you so much 😊

[@lindahamilton3040]

My cat is going crazy listening to your budgie. He can’t find it 😂😂🐈

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Aww sorry, we didn't realize he would be so loud.

[@lindahamilton3040]

please don't be sorry. I enjoyed your bird's happiness and my cat's curiosity!@@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast

[@paintnknitter]

I just bought the Wild Orchid and Red from your shop to do one of the Joji shawls you showed. Making a queue entry real. Love your podcasts. Thank you! ... Kathy

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Thank you Kathy!!

[@nancyharbath3575]

Congrats on your addition….we used to raise birds….try feeding him frozen corn they love eating the hearts out of it….patience in training…glad the wings are clipped 🐥🐥🐥

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Thank you for the tip, we will give that a try.

[@lyndahackenberg2061]

I have been knitting toe up socks for years and have a favorite bind off. I used to teach toe up socks at my LYS and found the best bind off is a regular bind off using a 3.25 or 3.5mm needle, if you use a 2.25 or 2.5mm needle for the sock. Just go up a few sizes from the needle used for the sock. After blocking, it is even and stretchy, and faster than a sewn bind off.

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Thank you for the tip.

[@donnacohen-avery8086]

As a person from southeastern Massachusetts, I hope you go back to Skein Yarn Shop. I had this on my calendar since you first mentioned it. I was really excited to maybe meet you both. I wound up needing urgent gallbladder surgery, so I couldn’t go, 😢. The photos looked like it was such a good time.

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

We will definitely be going back, we loved visiting the store.

[@SuzKnits]

Your budgie is very cute !! ( and definately looks male from that colour on his cere. I used to keep and breed budgies.). They love a weed from the garden called winter grass, in case you didn't know. This helps a lot with training them.

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Thank you for the info, he were leaning towards him being a male.

[@trishcostello813]

I got 4 socks plus 2 legs out of a sock tube I knitted. I like shorter socks and it was great fun to make the toes, heels and ribs in different colours.

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Good to know, I might be able to get 1 pair of shorties and a regular pair out of a tube, Ray has much bigger feet, not sure if he can get a shortie pair out of them.

[@MiraIsanStudio]

Thank you so much for sharing my coupon code with your lovely viewers, and thank you for checking the website and my hand dyed yarn. I really enjoy watching you two talking and I wish there was a podcast more often like every week, but I know it's a lot of job, so I think I might go back and watch the early episodes from the time before I knew you :) cheers!

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Thank you so much for providing the code, we really appreciate it.

[@thekindles1183]

Ray! I did the same thing with Woobles, and my husband also did the same thing. lol. They're cute, and there's a book if you like to make them for later. All the best, Kimberly

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Oh cool! Thank you, I’ll definitely check it out. Can’t wait to start them ❤️

[@lisanakao1043]

The bird was cracking me up. Another great episode.

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Thank you Lisa.

[@trishcostello813]

Kevin, I saw a flock of wild budgerigars years ago and the noise was phenomenal! So pretty though. Just be grateful Ray didn’t want a macaw, which would outlive you🤣🤣

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

LOL, I also wouldn't be surprised if another bird enters the house.

[@knitwithluvnbeer]

Awe, I miss my budgies! I had one who loved playing on the hamster wheel. He would swing around on the thing all day 😂 He would also try to escape by opening the cage door (only to have it fall back closed before he could get out 😂)

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Aww lol that’s so cute ☺️ We are still working with him…he’s a bit stubborn lol 😂

[@aileenmiles1693]

I already love your bird! They are very social critters. Ray, if you are serious about learning mosaic crochet Tinna Thorudottir Thorvaldar has a YT channel with beginner tutorials as well as a lot of pattern tutorials for her patterns which are generally very beginner-friendly. Kevin, love your colors as always. Your Zorzal shawl is lovely! If the BFL base you're using is non-superwash, that might explain the difference in brightness, but I am not a dyer. Just repeating what I've heard from, I think it was a Wool, Needles, Hands video on SW vs. NSW wool. Thanks for the update and the inspiration!

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Thank you so much Aileen.

[@dremakazee8305]

Great podcast, love the yarn show… my dog hears your bird it’s making him crazy. 😂❤

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Thank you! He can be a bit vocal lol.

[@Kaileynorriscreates]

Love those shawls!! ❤

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Thank you!

[@juliamorrisey5541]

We had 2 budgies when I was growing up. They are susceptible to temp changes and cats. Our Siamese figured out how to open the door. Not a good ending for the birds.

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Awww

[@luckysuzful]

I was gonna say! Yes, I do hear the bird! Yay!

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

LOL he is very vocal.

[@LindaJuneDisley]

Hi Guys, so enjoyed listening to Skylar chirping away, she didn’t enjoy being left out 😂😂 beautiful work as always and loving Kevin’s yarn. Looking forward to the update. Have a wonderful week. Hugs ❤❤❤

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Thank you Linda.

[@barbaraamping5659]

I can definitely hear your bird . It’s neat that he or she is participating 👍

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

LOL, he is a vocal birdie.

[@Justagirlandherknitting]

I love to knit from sock tubes, and I’m sure I will make a ton when I get my circular sock knitting machine in October. But a trick I use when knitting cuffs is I will count down the amount of rows I need for the ribbing put my needles in then unravel the tube to my needles then knit the ribbing that way I don’t have to weave in as many ends and if I’m using the same color of yarn I don’t have to measure the yarn in advance.

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

That's a great tip, we will have to use that when we get our machine in October.

[@guineverecassidy4855]

OMG!! You have totally made my day, my week, my month, and everything. Thank you so very much for such an awesome review of the Always Bits and Bobs. Also thank you for letting me know you saw one in the wild. That is way wonderful. Thank you ❤️

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Glad to share them, we love them so much and use them all the time. Hope you are doing well.

[@tinanew1754]

Hi you two, you make my day ! I'm watching this episode from Wales . Travelling home to Belgium tomorrow and looking forward to lots of knitting. Love you both.x

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Oh wow! We would love to do a trip to Europe one day! Sending love right back to you!

[@Haywardknitter]

Mint chocolate chip ice cream is my favorite also. And I agree it needs to be green. Thanks for your podcasst. I enjoy watching.listening. Monica

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Green is the only way lol.

[@ThriftingandShoppingwithJoan]

Great episode! The shawls are gorgeous! You enabled me with Cozy Coastal Knits! And I did not need another book...oy vey! And cracking up listening to Skyler the whole time! He is very vocal! Could hear you talking and wanted to be part of the podcast too! :)

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Thank you, the book has some great patterns.

[@lynnesanders8215]

Your budgerigar is so pretty. And, wow he is vocal. Budgies are flock birds so maybe he may need a friend so he is not lonely. I am sure he will soon settle down. We had one for 12 years. We rescued him because the breeder was going to euthanize him because he had a wonky wing and couldn't fly very far. He was just like our baby. He sat on my partners lap and watched tv. He sat on my head and plaited my hair. He loved lettuce, apple and cheese and many fruits. They can be such good friends. We called him Charlie Bucket after the chocolate factory boy. The only things he learned to say were, I see and Charlie's a good boy. So enjoy your new friend.😂 I absolutely adore the Rhubarb yarn. It's glorious 🎉❤. Going to look up the Witch books, before I read the Follow up Princess one. Take care boys❤. Love Lynne 😊

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

He is definitely vocal in the late morning/early afternoon. We would be open to another bird once we bond with this one.

[@kathyfogarty2881]

As a child we had a parakeet the same color as yours. His name was Pete. Mom was trying to teach him to say Merry Christmas. He never got any further than Merry Chri.

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

LOL, we are going to try to teach him Hello and Whatcha Doing, we will see how it goes 🤣

[@BookwormJen4]

It was so great to hang out with you at Skein… I am totally in favor of a monthly visit! The shop actually has open knit/crochet any time they’re open! (They just ask that you use yarn purchased there.) And soon they’ll be open on Sundays again! 😊 Also, yay - I’m so glad you’re enjoying the Big Sully! Ooh, I should not be buying more, but I am loving so many of those new colors of your yarn! I’m currently reading Like Real People Do by E. L. Massey, which is a really sweet M-M romance that I think you would enjoy.

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

It was really great getting to see you and chat, thank you so much for your kindness. We will definitely be heading back, maybe for an upcoming trunk show 😁

[@BookwormJen4]

@@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast I will hopefully see you at the trunk show!

[@lyndabaldwin8934]

Love the Zorzal and it’s perfect to use some misc skeins. Thanks for the suggestion. Love your podcast. 😊

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Thank you, it is a very fun knit.

[@juliemansius9921]

My sister and I had a budgie as kids. His name was Pete and we taught him to play “soccer” using a a tiny plastic ball; he would run across the carpet kicking the ball. He wasn’t a talker, but he was super cute.

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

He is super cute, can't wait until we get him trained, he is still warming up to us.

[@lsdev4229]

Great episode Kevin and Ray, love what you have made and are making! See you in a fortnight 🥰🇨🇦,Sharon.

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Thank you Sharon.

[@joanmachado9063]

Great podcast as always thank you for the laughs 😆congrats on your new birdie 🦜

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Thank you!

[@janemarriott3389]

There just is nothing more pristinely beautiful than a budgie.

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

It’s true! Lol I’ve been watching sooo many videos. They are absolutely beautiful 😍

[@chrissy24-7]

Yes, v they don't land well, usually, either 😂 They are the fastest flyers in Australia.

[@suedale1865]

From Tarquin 🐾🐾 to a budgie there is vast differences in comparison 😂🤣 yes we can hear chirping

[@TheSablelou]

Another wonderful episode! Finished shawls are beautiful! I finished my Kevin and Ray’s Pure Joy earlier this week and can see more of these in my future! I look forward to your show so much! Kevin, when you spoke about the yarn community I truly hope you both know how much joy you bring to this community! For the first time in a little over a year I will be knitting up with my knitting friends! I am soooo excited!

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Thank you for the kind words, glad to hear you are getting to knit with your knitting friends.

[@annemetteguldhammer2791]

Dear Kevin and Ray, I´m very excited for you guys. I my self got me and my boyfriend a green Budgie almost 12 years ago. It’s the best companion and the best addition to our home . He is Green, name is Yoda. He is a Jedi with a strong personality and his favorite snack (and actually only snack he likes) is Fresh basil. Try it out. He still wants to fly around, but his old and small body gets over exhausted. Don’t worry about bringing him with you on trips and vacations. Yoda goes with us on camping, France, Germany and Sweden. He loves it and gets all excited when we begin to pack.

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Omg I absolutely love this!! Super awesome name lol 😂 seems perfect for his personality ❤️❤️

[@WendyBarron14]

Snap, Ray! I'm also adding toes/heels/cuffs to a sock tube (or two) that I cranked on my machine. And discovering that I am not a fan of this method of sock-making, but on the other hand I'm extra motivated to learn how to make complete socks on my CSM. So there's that! 😂(oh, and +1 for the Italian tubular bind-off on socks.)

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Haha yes!! We just got word that ours is going to ship soon! Yay 😀

[@catherinesnider5144]

It was so nice to meet you in person at skein I felt almost famous when you mentioned my groot notions pouch 😂 hope to see you in Rheinbeck Ray wish we could have talked more about your job still waiting on the posting at my hospital HR can be sooooo slow.

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

So great getting to meet you and chat, thank you so much for coming to the shop.

[@katespin99]

Another great podcast. Loved spending my eve with you two. So Many new ideas are spinning around in my head. So Inspiring.

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Thank you so much Kate.

[@kimbetts4282]

Great to catch up with you both this morning ♥

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Thank you so much for watching and commenting Kim, we really appreciate it.

[@shannongragujhhjkbnkjnjjvh5671]

It was a wonderful show.

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Thank you,

[@Sophira1]

Lots of info and fun to be had. Glad you enjoyed a great catchup with so many yarney friends. I was laughing so much over your kits, Ray and Kevin's comments. I am currently working on an amigurumi Hedwig for my granddaughter. I will never knit owl toes again - with toenails - as long as I live. I look forward to seeing your little animals all worked up.

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Awww bet it is going to turn out great.

[@leslieazucker5262]

Love the Shawl Ray.. colors great!

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Thank you so much, it's soooo soft and light :-)

[@dianatheriault2913]

Love those cute crochet animals, Ray!

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Thank you, they are super cute.

[@lynnettejeffery2856]

I luv you guys it’s a cold dreary day here in NZ so hav my knitting coffee and watching your podcast :)

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Cheers! Here's to a nice cozy time for you :-)

[@KevinMontreal]

Yay, the boys are on! Get your yarn and spend quality time with friends!

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Yay! Thanks for hanging out with us ❤️

[@darrickwhite1986]

Single brew Carnelian, can't wait!!

[@jmcarella001]

Omigosh! The kitchen witch books are so so so good!! Just finished princess of potential and bummed we have to wait for the next one! I am usually right in sync with you guys, book-wise, but this was just so spot on. Love your episodes! Thanks for hanging out with me while i work on Christmas gifts 💜

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Glad to hear that you enjoyed the book, I really enjoyed them.

[@Alaskaventureswithbrodie]

The bird is perfect. Nice little chirp i the background. Not to loud.

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Thank you, glad to hear he wasn't too loud.

[@AJoyousNoise]

Like we wouldn’t notice the bird! And yes knitting is part craft and part connection.

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

LOL he definitely can get very vocal.

[@Knithappenswithpam]

Love your parakeet. Growing up, I always had parakeets. They are so smart.

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

He's definitely getting more comfortable..lol

[@annalderman5612]

Hearing your bird was a good memory. We had a budgie growing up, we were so creative the name of the bird was Budgie 😁

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Aww, he is cute but very vocal.

[@PatriciaKormanik]

Hey there! Love your podcast-the bird is a stellar addition. Gonna suggest a book series-Have you all read the Iron Druid Chronicles by Kevin Hearne? It's urban fantasy and I thought it was pretty clever! Thanks again for your continued sharing.

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

I love the Iron Druid series, it was such a fun read. - Kevin

[@Meredith36]

Congratulations on Skyler! Be careful of string toys. I had a lovebird who bit off her leg because her foot got tangled in the string while we were out. We got her to the vet in time, but that was a significant bill I never thought about. She went on to live a long, happy life, so it was well worth it. I just wanted to pass this on because I never thought of it, and it was terrifying.

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Thank you Meredith. Thank you for the tip.

[@Meredith36]

@@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast You’re welcome. And be careful of cooking with teflon pans. They emit fumes that are deadly to birds.