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We wanted to know what YOUR must-have projects for the season are, and on today’s episode, Liz & Zontee share the answers, as well as some great project recommendations to get you in the mood for warm-weather. From projects for adults to those for kids and even pets, we’ve got fun and inspiring ideas to keep you crafting this spring!
We also share two phone calls and a bunch of comments from listeners like you. Join us for all this and more, next on YarnCraft!
Patterns discussed include:
- Knit Graphite Seed Stitch Hat
- Knit Cabled Golf Club Cover
- Knit Felted School Colors Laptop Sleeve
- Crochet Essential Jacket
- Knit Easy Lace Shrug
- Knit Patrick’s First Jacket
- Crochet Wee Vest
- Knit Child’s Playtime Top
- Crochet Door Hanger Bouncy Cat Toy
- Crochet Pampered Paws Pet Mat
- Crafted Dog Toy
On today’s Stash This: Ideas for Your Crafting Life, we talk about books that are great resources on all topics yarncraft-related. Learn more about the books by clicking the links below:
- The Complete Idiot’s Guide to Knitting & Crochet by Barbara Breiter
- The Complete Photo Guide to Crochet by Margaret Hubert
- Vogue Knitting: The Ultimate Knitting Book & Vogue Knitting Stitchionary (Vol 1 to 5)
- Knitting Tips & Tricks and Crochet Tips & Tricks by Lily Chin
- The Knitter’s Handy Book of Patterns & The Knitter’s Handy Book of Sweater Patterns by Ann Budd
- Knitwear Design Studio by Shirley Paden
- Loom Knitting Primer, Loom Knitting Pattern Book, & Loom Knitting Socks by Isela Phelps
- The Woven Bag by Noreen Crone-Finlay
- Weaving Made Easy by Liz Gipson
Next episode, we’ll be talking about great Mother’s Day projects. Have you made a special gift for Mom? Tell us about it! Post a message on the blog or email us at yarncraft [at] lionbrand [dot] com! You can also call in at 774-452-YARN–that’s 774-452-9276. We may include you in the next episode!
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Theme music is “Boy with a Coin” by Iron and Wine, from the PodSafe Music Network.
Show Notes:
00:11 Intro & welcome
01:11 What’s on Liz & Zontee’s hooks and needles & listener comments
08:05 Must-have spring projects
17:46 Stash This: Ideas for Your Crafting Life
22:40 Thanks to our listeners and guests