Shopcast 160: Woolly WIPs, J&S Cones & a Visit from Fair Isle

[@carolynworley1839]

So great to see you all on the shopcast! Maggie’s spinning looks so relaxing. I enjoyed hearing the rhythmic sound of her wheel. Rachel is the best. I’m learning so much about life on the Isles. It was especially fun to go with her on her airplane ride from Fair Isle to Shetland. And best wishes to you, Caitlin as you become a new mother again. Thank you, thank you for opening up a whole new knitting experience for me. Scotland, Shetland, woolly wool and TWT have become so special to me.

[@maggienichols3986]

Thank you Carolyn! I'm so glad you enjoyed my spinning. It is pretty relaxing!

[@caitlinjohnson9945]

Thank you Carolyn!

[@TheWoollyThistle]

Thank you Carolyn, for watching and enjoying what we do here. I’m so glad you’re here!

[@barklandcroft3416]

Thank you so much, Carolyn!

[@pennymosher4316]

Another great podcast. A new baby - how wonderful! Enjoyed this episode. The Shetland weather made me shiver!!

[@caitlinjohnson9945]

Thank you Penny!

[@margaretblank9351]

The Shetland lace in the video takes my breath away!

[@barklandcroft3416]

Isn’t it amazing? I wish I could have got better shots of it all for you!

[@jandkcon]

Such sweet news from Kaitlin, wishing her and her family the best!😍👩‍🍼👶 Love the Shetland tour and landscape, especially just having finished the latest season of Shetland on television! Hope that you all have lovely holidays 🎅🏻🤶🏻🧶🎁🎉

[@caitlinjohnson9945]

Thank you!

[@karenc4488]

Congratulations to Caitlin on her lovely WIP (the baby, I mean!) I really appreciated her advice on using up those special skeins. I also loved Rachel's aerial views of Shetland--it was so cool to see the islands from the air. Looking forward to traveling there someday myself!

[@caitlinjohnson9945]

Thank you Karen!

[@margaretblank9351]

Congratulations to Caitlin for the upcoming new addition to her family!

[@caitlinjohnson9945]

Thank you Margaret!

[@viviankeh441]

I think we all NEED some of those cones! I'm hoping to use one for a hap like the one Corinne has shared with us. Thank you Caitlin, for all your suggestions - I'm sure we all found a design or two in there that will help us decide what to do with those single skeins. And congratulations on the new baby!

[@caitlinjohnson9945]

Thank you Vivian!

[@drea3556]

That Wind, that wind. Great footage Rachel thanks for taking us along. Maggie throughly enjoyed your spinning segment you are totally in your element love your handspun cowl. Always enjoy the shopcast.

[@TheWoollyThistle]

Thanks Drea - yes Maggie is a spinning magician - she’s a natural!! Glad you enjoy the podcast and I’m glad you’re here!

[@barklandcroft3416]

You’re so welcome, Drea!

[@kathleenomeara5168]

What a treat! I always enjoy the shop and project news and Rachel’s videos. This update from Rachel was so special. My knitting languished in my lap and my smile got bigger and bigger. By the end my cheeks hurt but I felt so grateful to be part of the knitting community. Such joy!

[@barklandcroft3416]

What a lovely post! I’m so glad you enjoyed the update!

[@ryciaraluna1026]

I love the variety of people, crafting, and fair isle sheep. its a full village of yarn goodness

[@sandracorp9074]

Oh my gosh! Such a great episode. Busby is quite handsome. The trip to Shetland was exciting. The suggestions for using single skeins were great. And, I WON! Yeah me.

[@TheWoollyThistle]

Fun all around!! Thanks for watching!!

[@barklandcroft3416]

I’m really glad you enjoyed it, Sandra!

[@sniffingyarn]

I never knew that footage of Shetland from the air was what I needed in life, but it clearly was - I could watch that gorgeous scenery all day! Thank you, Rachel and TWT!

[@barklandcroft3416]

You’re so welcome, Pam!

[@TheWoollyThistle]

Isn't it so good!

[@paulahiatt9102]

Absolutely adored Rachel and her segment. So happy she showed us around.

[@barklandcroft3416]

Thank you so much, Paula, I’m really glad you enjoyed it!

[@MultiKnitter]

I loved so many parts of this episode...the spinning(wonderful), the cones of J&S( sooo tempting), and the Shetland footage(the stuff of my dreams). Can't believe it's the last episode of 2021...I saved it to watch after Christmas from my knitting corner as I happily finished a small basket of UFO'S before working on my next design. Thank you all for a fun year of entertainment, the companionship of fibre addiction, inspiring knits and many introductions to new yarn makers. NancyKnot

[@kristendonovan5861]

Thanks for including the updates from Rachel & Caitlin. I love seeing other parts of the world and seeing new pattern ideas. I always love seeing yarn. At some point I need to get my hands on some yarn cones...

[@TheWoollyThistle]

thanks for watching. we're very lucky to have such great contributors to the blog!!

[@genecorliss]

I particularly loved all of the spinning talk/demo Maggie provided for us. Rachel’s footage from Fair Isle to Shetland was exquisite! I may never be able to travel there, so I thoroughly enjoyed the aerial view as she traveled to Shetland. Thanks for sharing! And of course, being a Vanilla Sweater addict, I can see the Vanilla Fluff in my future.

[@TheWoollyThistle]

Thank you for enjoying!!

[@barklandcroft3416]

You’re so welcome!

[@gailstringer1158]

What fun to visit Shetland-thanks!

[@barklandcroft3416]

You’re so welcome, Gail!

[@mandyrawlinson7687]

So good to see you ladies!! Maggie, that outfit is so beautiful on you - very becoming!! I love seeing Rachel and I am sending best wishes to Caitlin for her new baby! Doesn’t get anymore exciting than a new baby!! I have received my victory cardigan kit and yarn for another vanilla sweater!! I can’t wait to start both and do my instructional video once Christmas is behind us! The Woolly Thistle has been a great addition to my ‘knitting life’ and I appreciate you all so much!! Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to you all!!!

[@maggienichols3986]

Thank you so much Mandy! Have a Merry Christmas!

[@caitlinjohnson9945]

Thank you!!

[@TheWoollyThistle]

Thank you so much for your kind words. We appreciate you watching and shopping with us. See ewe in the new year!

[@monicas1419]

Rachel’s segment was so interesting! I loved the tour of the Shetland Museum and that flight in the airplane was beautiful but kinda scary!!! Congratulations to Caitlin and thank you for all the wonderful ideas for those special skeins of yarn!

[@caitlinjohnson9945]

Thanks Monica!

[@barklandcroft3416]

I’m so glad you enjoyed it, Monica, thank you!

[@debraanderson9994]

Wonderful start to the weekend with a shopcast and woolly wool talk! The walk around Lerwick with Emma was exciting and makes me want to go. Congratulations to Caitlin and look forward to her return in a few months. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to all the fabulous staff at The Woolly Thistle.

[@caitlinjohnson9945]

Thank you Debra!

[@judysbrewer]

I really love your podcast and how you conduct yourself. You are both very professional. You have so many lovely knits. I would love to learn how to spin. You make it look so easy Maggie. I love the neckline on your vanilla sweater Corinne. I also loved the tour of the Shetland Museum. May God bless you both with a very Merry Christmas and a happy, healthy and prosperous 2022.

[@elinarlowry7897]

So exciting to fly with Rachel. Always a delight to watch your videos. Did you know the knits displayed behind you make it look like you are both wearing handknit turbans? What fun!

[@vdenegre]

Sitting and knitting socks on a cold New England morning while watching the podcast is such a delight! I'm thankful for TWT keeping me company and tempting me with more luscious wool. Happy Holidays to all and best wishes to Caitlin for the new baby. How about showing us a baby blanket or two knit in woolly wool?

[@caitlinjohnson9945]

Thank you!! I’m sure I’ll have some baby knits to show when I come back!

[@TheWoollyThistle]

Great idea!!

[@patriciar.2017]

That was an awesome visit through Shetland, I loved it from beginning to end! Thank you so much. I look forward to Part 2.

[@barklandcroft3416]

Thank you so much, Patricia!

[@jacquelinewillson4232]

I loved the view of the Shetland Islands from the sky! I noticed a lot of white dots on the islands and wondered if some of then are sheep. Have a wonderful holiday time with your family and friends- you both are always a delight to watch and I hope that you can find lots of time to do things you love over the break.

[@TheWoollyThistle]

Hi Jacqueline, happy New Year to you!! Yes I do believe the white dots are sheep for sure.

[@jacquelinepirotta]

That video from Shetland was marvelous! In our horrible throw away society its beautiful to see a hand knit sweater that is 100 years old and still perfectly wearable. Thanks for including the footage. Would love to see more from her - so inspiring.

[@barklandcroft3416]

I’m really glad you enjoyed it - thank you!

[@TheWoollyThistle]

Yes agreed! We just love Rachel's videos and seeing these beautiful knits was wonderful!

[@nicolelafontaine1720]

When the bell notification is on, we get your message directly and it is quite fun. Nice to see you spin, Maggie. Hey ! So nice to see Rachel and her sheeps, the Fairisle wind and rainbow . Best wishes to you all for a Merry Christmas and a Happy, Safe, Healty, New Year !!!

[@barklandcroft3416]

So glad you enjoyed it, Nicole!

[@paivipeony]

Thanks so much for the episode. Really enjoyed it. The flight and the sights especially!

[@TheWoollyThistle]

Thanks for watching and glad you enjoyed!

[@jolager]

It was nice to catch up with you while working on the sweater I’m making my niece for Christmas. I’ve just ordered some knitting barber cords and a victory cardigan kit. Thanks to Rachel for the tour! I wish Caitlin well with the new little one. Happy holidays to all!

[@caitlinjohnson9945]

Thank you Joanne!

[@dianefox2607]

What a wonderful episode to close out 2021 with! Love seeing Rachel and Maggie! Such wonderful news for Kaitlin! Corinne, thank you for hosting a shopcast and all you do to keep us knitters going through this crazy time! I want to wish everyone at the Woolly Thistle a Happy and Healthy New Year!

[@maggienichols3986]

Thank you so much and Merry Christmas!

[@TheWoollyThistle]

Thank you Diane! So appreciate you being here and watching the show. Happy Newe YEar!

[@stowestamp8262]

We enjoy seeing all your projects, yarn and the Shetland content. I see some cones in our future!

[@maggienichols3986]

Thank you for watching!

[@lynntimmer1620]

Amazing! Everything! Rachel's filming is always special with her adorable sheep. All the best wishes to TWT staff for a lovely holiday.

[@maggienichols3986]

We hope you have a happy holiday too!

[@deborahjean3816]

Oh my this was a great Shopcast! Loved watching Maggie spin. I have a new wheel I am slowly assembling & excited to start learning! I used my Knitting Barber cords from you for first time today and wow! While it was a little less smooth with the very rustic yarn I am knitting, it was still way better than putting on waste yarn. And Caitlin is just darling and she made me want to knit a 2nd Ramona cardi now. The best to her and her new little one she is bringing into the world! Special season wishes to everyone at TWT!

[@maggienichols3986]

Thank you so much Deborah! Have a Merry Christmas!

[@caitlinjohnson9945]

Thank you Deborah!

[@dkmharry]

Every time I see the cones are available I hesitate, and then I go and look and they're gone. Must be a sign! I really am not ready to knit with it right now, so sooner or later I'll grab some! Loved the postcard from Shetland....those winds!

[@TheWoollyThistle]

The cones really are great and boy did they go fast this time!

[@haxtonknits]

Caitlin's hat is so cool. I've seen the pattern before but never clicked on it to see all the interesting details. Time to cast on a new hat!

[@caitlinjohnson9945]

It was really fun with lots of possibilities!

[@TheWoollyThistle]

Yes! It's just beautiful and so glad that she shared it with us all!

[@donnazimmerman3160]

Thank you so much for a mini “vacation” to Shetland!! Loved the sheep, the island, the museum with all the dear old knits! Thank you to Caitlin as well for the one skein ideas and Congratulations on expecting a new addition soon! Enjoy your time with baby! Love every podcast, always wonderful things to hear and learn.

[@TheWoollyThistle]

Thank you Donna!! Happy hols!

[@caitlinjohnson9945]

Thank you Donna!!

[@lizholzer4930]

The Shetland video was just the ultimate! Sheep, scary little airplanes, snow flurries, waves crashing against a rocky coastline… and such incredible needlework! I want to live there. I only watch that silly TV series because of the scenery. Yours was better because there were no murders.

[@TheWoollyThistle]

hehe we're a murder free zone, although I love a good british murder series!

[@barklandcroft3416]

I’m so glad you enjoyed it, Liz, thank you!

[@NicoleHenryRolls]

I loved the segment by Rachel, I will probably never be able to visit Shetland so it was nice to see inside the museums of the beautiful historical pieces displayed. Just received my Black Friday purchases from you and can’t wait to start knitting the Sin Cos Tan shawl. ❤️

[@TheWoollyThistle]

That’s great! Thank you for watching and shopping with us!!

[@barklandcroft3416]

I’m so glad you enjoyed it, Nicole!

[@nancyhughes386]

Enjoyed seeing Shetland and the ideas for single skein projects. Can’t wait to see the secret in the next Shetland video.

[@nancymorgan5505]

Shetland from the air was so interesting.

[@ruth8268]

Thank you for Rachel in Shetland!!! I enjoyed the video so very much. Seeing the fiber museum was fantastic. Beautiful countryside. What a life! Before TWT I never gave a thought about where my yarn came from. Now I think more about it. The sheep, the people. Thank you!

[@barklandcroft3416]

That’s so kind of you, Ruth, I’m so glad that you enjoyed it!

[@TheWoollyThistle]

That makes me happy!

[@annmorris6575]

A podcast, as usual, absolutely packed with fabulous content and I loved every minute of it!! Rachel’s footage presented such a feeling of isolation without being isolating. Definitely a people who know how to live in the present, be in the moment, and are comfortable with themselves…..Not after the next shiny object or off to a ‘’big box store’. What a lesson in comparison for the rest of the world. The spinning segment was awesome. I found myself wondering if I’m too old to embark on yet another adventure. I’m not ruling it out! I did miss out on purchasing a cone but will pay close attention when they pop up again. The small project segments was very interesting and informative. I’m waiting for my order, which was shipped out in record time, while lamenting what else I should have included. Congratulations on such a ‘full’ year for the Woolly Thistle! It’s such a warm and real podcast. It is so appreciated! Wishing all a Happy Holiday Season of Very Good Health and Peace! Ann 🧶

[@OllieandMay]

Thoroughly Enjoyed the Rachel’s Shetland Video Thank You x

[@barklandcroft3416]

You’re so welcome, Maree!

[@dianam4778]

Just wanted to let you know that your pen pal program at the beginning of covid led to two of my dearest friends. Thank you for that! ❤️

[@maggienichols3986]

That's so wonderful!

[@llautensify]

Loved your special segments today…Rachel’s postcard always makes me want to return to Shetland and just hang out on Fair Isle with Rachel and her sheep. Best wishes to Caitlin and the baby!

[@caitlinjohnson9945]

Thank you!!

[@TheWoollyThistle]

Yes I'd love to hang out with Rachel in FI too!

[@nicoleeast3796]

Hello and Happy holidays! Thank you for another fun episode! Thank you Rachel, for the lovely views from the islands. And thank you Caitlin, for sharing some ideas on one “special” skein projects. One of the best parts of watching the channel is getting inspiration for projects, whether it be purchasing new yarn and/or patterns. I have a lot of fabulous yarn, and will always be buying more, but I do need to catch up with finding patterns. :) P.S. I have do believe I am notified when you reply to my comment (or even when you like a comment) via email.

[@TheWoollyThistle]

We’ll keep the inspo coming! Thanks for letting me know about reply notification and thanks for watching!!

[@barklandcroft3416]

You’re so welcome, Nicole!

[@ellenhenrie4826]

I was entirely captivated by Rachel's footage - the connection of history and textiles and weather and farming and landscape all struck an emotional chord in me. And it reminded me to catch up with Jimmy P!... I've recently cast on the Mare shawl by Moonstruck Knits using J&S Heritage with Coll Black as the main color. It's really black! Glad I have a good task light. I'm grateful for the community that TWT has created. All best wishes to you all for the new year (and Caitlin's new little one!) And, oh, keep up the spinning content!

[@caitlinjohnson9945]

Thank you Ellen!

[@barklandcroft3416]

Thank you, Ellen, I’m really glad you enjoyed it!

[@catherinebuttrick5678]

Loved the flight from Fair Isle and the aerial tour of the islands.

[@jennyl1271]

Loved the Shetland segment. I sent your podcast like to a non-knitting friend who is watching the Shetland TV series. Your podcast is reaching beyond the fiber community. Have a lovely holiday. Looking forward to more episodes on 2022!

[@barklandcroft3416]

That’s so lovely to hear, Jenny, thank you!

[@jaimesantiago8273]

Super excited for the cones ladies. I have been stalking the page for weeks to see when they were coming back. I loved seeing all the wonderful ideas you promoted as well for the projects that now I must cast on. Thanks for sharing all the things from Fair Isle as well it was amazing to see all the lace and colowrk at the museum.

[@barklandcroft3416]

I’m so glad you enjoyed seeing it, Jaime!

[@TheWoollyThistle]

Hi! The cones went much faster than we expected! The best way to hear when we'll be getting more is by signing up for our email list which you can find here thewoollythistle.com/pages/get-insider-access

[@pellyfan]

Another fun episode. I really enjoyed seeing Shetland again. Happy holidays!

[@TheWoollyThistle]

Glad you’re enjoying it!

[@rubygrewal9118]

All the yarn and the books were amazing. I wish there were hours in a day that I could knit all of them. I also loved the travel to Fair Isle and bak to Shetland. I am a big fan and I watch Shetland series. Loved that she showed the house and the shoreline that is shown in the series. It is on my bucket list to Lerwick some day. Merry Christmas and a very Happy New Year to all at Woolly Thistle.

[@maggienichols3986]

Merry Christmas to you as well!

[@barklandcroft3416]

Really glad you enjoyed it, Ruby!

[@pattikubacki622]

Love the monthly post cards from Fair Isle. Always so beautiful!

[@TheWoollyThistle]

We do too!!

[@barklandcroft3416]

Thank you so much, Patti!

[@caroleperkins4294]

Loved this episode! All the info about new items, the trip to Shetland and Caitlyn’s ideas about using single skeins were great. I received my deluxe selection box, but am waiting (with difficulty!) until Christmas/birthday to open. Hope you all will have a fabulous holiday season & looking forward to seeing you again in 2022!

[@TheWoollyThistle]

Happy Hols to ewe too. I hope you loved your Box under the tree!

[@judithmullin390]

As usual, I enjoyed the podcast especially Caitlin’s rendition of Musselburgh hat. Also enjoyed Rachel’s Shetland footage. I think I see a Liberty cardigan on my to do list for 2022.

[@TheWoollyThistle]

Thank you so much for watching!

[@meegan6886]

Loved it all - Maggie’s spinning, Rachel’s travelogue, and Caitlyn’s clever ideas (I was smiling so much at the end when she revealed her good news!). My victory cardigan kit arrived and its so close to Christmas that I put it under the tree unopened! Something fun for me to open Christmas morning :). Excited to start that in the new year. Maybe we need a revelry thread or a KAL for it?

[@maggienichols3986]

Enjoy your Victory cardigan! There is a thread in the Ravelry chat if you'd like to share your knitting or ask questions!

[@elaineenstone6834]

Really enjoyed this episode, full of great content. Thank you to you all and best wishes to Caitlin. 🇬🇧

[@caitlinjohnson9945]

Thank you Elaine!

[@TheWoollyThistle]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@rosemaryfrew5571]

Oh my word! What a fabulous Christmas gift from you all. Rachel, Thank you. It was like being home for Christmas.

[@barklandcroft3416]

Aw that’s so lovely, Rosemary!

[@dawnoverholt6877]

I really enjoyed Rachel's video. The aerial shots really show how difficult it must be to live there. The Fair Isle sweaters were awesome. I recognized some from the Vintage Shetland Project book of which I should knit more from.

[@TheWoollyThistle]

Yes indeed I recognised them too! Amazing huh!?

[@barklandcroft3416]

I’m so glad you enjoyed it, Dawn!

[@abundantlyblessed31]

I can’t wait to see what the secret is for part 2 in Rachel’s segment is! It was a delight to watch. Shetland is on my list of MUST visit places. Off to shop for a few things. Thanks ladies for a delightful as always show!

[@maggienichols3986]

Thank you for watching!

[@barklandcroft3416]

I’m so glad you enjoyed it!

[@conniemackay3096]

I started out spinning with Romney and Coridale without any problems. After a couple years of spinning acquired a large amount of Merino. It was OMG.. I had no control over it..after a couple of hours of frustration called a master spinner..guess what...wasn't me but my friend loosened my tension to zero then laced the yarn back and forth on the hooks which put enough drag on the roving I could keep it under control thus spinning an acceptable yarn. I was pretty surprised to find Merino was so easy to spin. Spinning is a totally relaxing activity. After a stressful day of nursing in a critical care area would come home and spin. It would simply pull the stress away allowing me to have a restful night. Now retired finding spinning is a good sleeping pill..makes me sleepy after spinning for several hours. Maggie is such a beautiful spinner....and yarn sniffer (just watched you both sniffing the cones). Had to laugh as I catch myself sniffing as well..then look around to make sure no one saw me being weird...

[@monica4705]

I still sniff my woolly yarn every time I go to my stash to "shop." I wish there was a car freshener called "Baaaah." :)

[@maggienichols3986]

That would be the BEST air freshener!

[@jeanflores2242]

Always good to see Rachel. Hoping we can finally share a cup of tea or two on Fair Isle in May! Fingers crossed.

[@TheWoollyThistle]

Well lucky you!!

[@jeanflores2242]

@@TheWoollyThistle Here's hoping. It's been canceled the last two years.

[@barklandcroft3416]

Looking forward to it, Jean!

[@wendyknopp1252]

Thanks for the podcast. Loved seeing the spinning and the adventures in Shetland. Missed out on the cones... Have a lovely Holiday. 🎄

[@witatter1]

So many things! I tried getting a cone of the 2 ply yarn and i was too late☹️. But there’s always next time. I have enough project waiting in line anyway. Love seeing Rachel and especially seeing Jimmy Perez’s house. A trip to Shetland is on my To Do list. I love seeing the additions to the shop and i imagine all i would make using the yarns. Good thing retirement isn’t too far off for me.

[@barklandcroft3416]

Thank you - I’m really glad you enjoyed it!

[@maggierahn4576]

Thanks for another lovely podcast. It’s so nice to sit down and listen to you and knit along, all the while dreaming of future projects inspired by you. Loved it all, but especially the flight in a snow storm and high wind! Had to share that one with my family. Happy holiday season to all of you and enjoy your well earned time off! 😍

[@TheWoollyThistle]

Thank you for watching!

[@deboraharnold8587]

I absolutely loved the segment on Shetland, especially the footage from the plane. It’s my goal to get there one day 😊 Thanks for another wonderful episode. I’m really enjoying being a part of the FB group and so appreciate all the support I received while knitting my first sweater (Vanilla sweater), which was such a great project.

[@TheWoollyThistle]

Glad you enjoyed it and great to hear you're enjoying the facebook group and your first sweater. Congrats!!

[@rachleebookgirl]

Loved everything but especially the Shetland museum tour! Merry holidays!

[@TheWoollyThistle]

Merry Christmas!!

[@katlady1019]

Great episode! I loved seeing all the beautiful yarn. It’s great to see spinners represented as well! The Fair Isle segment was really great. Happy Holidays!

[@TheWoollyThistle]

Glad you enjoyed!! Thanks for watching

[@barklandcroft3416]

Really glad you enjoyed it, Kathleen!

[@ruthmcniff4765]

Loved the Shetland island scenery! So beautiful, but those wind 💨 s! 🙆

[@barklandcroft3416]

Really glad you enjoyed it, Ruth!

[@joanandkevinbrown6260]

Congratulations Katelyn! Have fun with your new baby. I really enjoyed Katelyn's talk on knitting with one skein. I am not going to knit a pillow with one of my skeins. Really enjoy watching you guys. Happy Holidays!

[@caitlinjohnson9945]

Thank you!!

[@meglent2059]

Loved the flight from Fair Isle and tour around Shetland. It's a magical place. Perhaps you can take us up to Unst sometime! The cones seems to have flown off the shelves again--well done, Woolly Thistle! There will be many happy knitters come the holidays. Also loved Maggie's spinning. I've tried the spindle, but it was a sad story--not just bulky yarn, but more like cattail weight. Need to try again. Happy holidays to you all and a wonderful New Year!

[@barklandcroft3416]

Really glad you enjoyed it, Meg! I’ve not yet been to Unst but, if I ever get there, I’ll be sure to take some footage for TWT!!

[@carrielamont7228]

Another great video, I totally enjoyed seeing Maggie spin and would love to see more of it. So nice to see the clips from Fair Isle and get the chance to see the area once again. Loved seeing the Vanilla Fluff Sweater and those cones are now on Santa's list. Thanks for another great video.

[@TheWoollyThistle]

so glad you're enjoying the shopcast. be sure to visit our fb group too!

[@rebeccadavid8730]

The visit to Rachel’s croft and Shetland was was amazing. I would like to see a tutorial on the Lettlopi. The jumper Maggie is knitting in it is beautiful. TWT is a gem 💎 I love the woolly wool I’ve received and the woolly smell. Great ideas for using up single skeins.

[@juliemansius9921]

The postcards from Shetland are such a treat.

[@TheWoollyThistle]

We're so glad you enjoy them!

[@dollywilliams3446]

Awesome shopcast to end the year, I enjoyed Rachel’s video especially the tour of the museum. Also, I’m waiting to open my deluxe box on Christmas Day! I can’t believe I haven’t opened it yet. A gift from my mom who is 91 and has Alzheimer’s. It will be opened on Christmas Day in the nursing home in her presence. Merry Christmas- love your podcast!

[@barklandcroft3416]

I’m so glad you enjoyed it, Dolly!

[@TheWoollyThistle]

Thank you so much for watching Dolly! I hope you enjoyed your box!

[@KnitLNV]

I recently found you and I can't tell you how wonderful it is to have the feeling of a knitting group again. I always learn something from a group of knitters and have really missed knitting banter. Thank you so much for making things feel a little more normal.

[@TheWoollyThistle]

Thank you Linda! That’s the highest compliment and I’m so happy ewe found us!!

[@nancycourtney316]

I used to save the shopcast to have on while I was knitting but now I find I want to pay attention so I don’t miss seeing anything. It’s my favorite part of Friday morning now and I miss you on the off Fridays.

[@annwick997]

I love the tshirt sweater behind you in the show. The opening scenes and music is catchy too. Just starting my fair isle knitting experience and look to learn lots from you both. I have started spinning too and loved seeing that content.Thank you both for the wonderful farm scenes.

[@dianaroche1114]

Absolutely loved the Shetland video! Now I want to knit an all over Shetland sweater....Oh, and rewatch "Shetland"

[@TheWoollyThistle]

That sounds perfect to me!!

[@barklandcroft3416]

Thank you so much, Diana, I’m really glad you enjoyed it!

[@julesmeans8174]

A sheep named “Saucepan”!!! Haha love it. Happy hols and can’t wait to see you next year on your wonderful videos. ✨🧶✨♥️

[@TheWoollyThistle]

Same to you and thanks for watching!

[@messokarenk]

I always look forward to Rachel’s videos. This one was especially wonderful. The flight was amazing. Just trying to image those who live on those islands and remote locations. I’m a Shetland series fan and now I must rewatch those episodes! The tour of the museum was lovely to see. All that Intricate patterns made by knitters long ago. The shops are fun to see as well. Imagine walking into a Jamison shop! Thank you Corrine and Maggy for your episodes which I look forward to seeing every few weeks. Merry Christmas to all your crew,

[@TheWoollyThistle]

Thank you so much and we're thrilled you enjoyed it. Merry Christmas!!

[@barklandcroft3416]

Thank you ever so much, I’m so glad that you enjoyed it!

[@jodiebanner6946]

I wanted to do the Musselberg hat but I struggle with endless knitting( I get bored easily), the idea of adding color work is amazing. Now I’m going to try one!!!

[@TheWoollyThistle]

Wonderful! Be sure to share it with us!

[@paulabannon356]

Ooh those cones are very intriguing! And I can’t wait to see the next version of the Victory Cardi in the lovely green. Thanks so much for a wonderful year of videos. I look forward to seeing you again next year!

[@TheWoollyThistle]

Yes see ewe in the new year. Thanks for watching!!

[@jagtogo]

Oh my goodness… This entire podcast blessed me in soooo many ways! The tour of the museum…. Ahhhh I have to go… I want to snuggle the sheep. I want to be stranded in the snow (with a fireplace) And woolly wool!! I want to ride on that plane and see the beauty…. Will need a heads up as to where I will purchase wine. 😳

[@TheWoollyThistle]

Fun!! Glad u enjoyed it!!

[@lindatytko3948]

Just Love Rachel's Video"s please have her on more, Thank you sooo much for doing this podcast .

[@barbarawood3209]

The Fair aisle tour was just lovely. Now it is easy to picture Ann Cleeves novels!! How fun sharing the sheep and the armchair knitting travels. Happy holidays and happy, healthy 2022!

[@TheWoollyThistle]

Hi Barbara, so glad you enjoyed Rachel's postcard. We love hearing from her (and have quite a few videos from her on our channel!)

[@barklandcroft3416]

I’m so glad you enjoyed it, Barbara, thank you!

[@kerrygrant8648]

Since it is unlikely I will ever be able to make it to the Shetlands, I would like to give a shoutout to Rachel for the great video! Also, living in southern New Hampshire, it is so nice to have a shop with such a selection as TWT to be able to call my LYS.

[@TheWoollyThistle]

Rachel really does give us an authentic look at her life there on the island. So remote with crazy weather most of the time. Thanks for honoring us with calling us your LYS! xxx

[@barklandcroft3416]

Aw you’re so very welcome, Kerry, I’m really glad you enjoyed it!

[@nardabrown6755]

Loved this shopcast, so many wonderful, lovely ideas! I really appreciate your enthusiasm for all things wool. The camaraderie between you ladies is delightful, I feel like you're right here in the room with me. I especially enjoyed Maggie's spinning demo, makes me want to give it a try! Thanks so much for being so inspirational. I just found your shopcast recently and look forward to each new episode, I watch the previous episodes when I need more of the good stuff, please keep it coming.

[@TheWoollyThistle]

Thank you so much for watching!

[@newterry]

Just love the shopcast! I look forward to these visits. I got spoiled with the extra episodes recently. Great convalescent watching and being inspired. Maggie, I have a Schacht Ladybug as well. In another episode you mentioned your spinning and your wheel, I took her out of the closet. and I’m getting her cleaned up and tuned up for my next spinning session. Thanks for brightening up my Friday!

[@gretchen683]

I really want to visit Shetland. I loved the video…thank you for sharing. I missed out on the cones but hope to catch it next time they are in stock. I did get the grab bag and love the colors I received.

[@barklandcroft3416]

You’re so welcome, Gretchen, I’m really glad you enjoyed it!

[@marylee1907]

Love seeing how much fun you two have! And love Maggie’s spinning. Need to start doing that again…except want to keep knitting all the time. 🙃

[@maggienichols3986]

Thank you Mary! I've been mostly knitting too but just like knitting, any spinning is good spinning!

[@TheWoollyThistle]

That’s my problem too!

[@me02041957]

what i love about the woolly thistle... is you!

[@knutpearl7205]

Thank-you both for another wonderful episode, the intro to your podcast is my favorite intro of all the knitting podcasts that I watch. Loved your sweater Maggie. I loved the visit with Rachel, the views from the plane and the displays in the Shetland Museum. Have a peaceful holiday time with your families, see you in the New Year.

[@TheWoollyThistle]

Thank you so much! I'm hoping to update the intro for winter once we get some snow here!!:) Glad you enjoy the shopcast!! Happy holidays!

[@barklandcroft3416]

So glad you enjoyed it!

[@pamharris1228]

Another excellent shopcast! I especially loved the video from Shetland. I recognized Jimmy Perez’s home right away! I have watched every episode several times. I don’t always understand the dialogue all the time , so I rewatch. The scenery is breathtaking. Happy Holidays and knitting 🧶❤️

[@barklandcroft3416]

Thank you, Pam, I’m really glad you enjoyed it!

[@amyfolberg4515]

It was great to see Maggie's spinning and to learn more about the fiber characteristics of the different wool types. Rachel's travelogue was super and I am looking forward to part 2. Caitlyn's segment was interesting and it is always fun seeing all the goodies in the shop!! I am knitting a scarf from my selection box JaggerSpun and have several sock ideas lined up for the accessory KAL - here's to 2022!!!

[@TheWoollyThistle]

Thank you so much for watching! Cheers to a good 2022!

[@pattyb2294]

I love seeing other parts of the world that I know I will probably never get to. I would love to go to Scotland. Such rugged beautiful landscape. Thanks so much for sharing. I ordered my j & s cone! Can’t wait to get it.

[@susiehanna8617]

The footage was amazing and the museum items simply spectacular! Thanks for another great podcast, enjoy your holidays, I’m crossing my fingers for a gift card to your shop.

[@barklandcroft3416]

Really glad you enjoyed it, Susie!

[@DancingHorseFiberArts]

I really love the updates from Rachel. So fascinating to see a completely different way of life.

[@TheWoollyThistle]

Agree. Love when we hear from her. She's a good sport for doing these for us!

[@barklandcroft3416]

Thank you so much, Karyn!

[@nicolastevenson4558]

Loved the segment from Fair Isle. Wondering what is to come in part two!