Episode 51- Outrageous Monday September 30, 2019Shout out-Thanks to everyone who messaged to check on me and the podcast.Quick Life Update- Math, Graduation, New Nephew Want a Shout out?? Join our Ravelry group, introduce yourself and I’ll give you a shout out on the next episode!Social Media plug! Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Periscope. Www.backstageknitting.com, backstageknitting@gmail.com, join our Ravelry Group! Subscribe to audio on Apple Podcasts and video on YouTube!On The Needles:Ronan by Andrea Mowry in Neighborhood Fiber Arts Studio Worsted in the Dupont Circle colorway. #myrhineBIPOCsweaterMorticia shawl by Boo Knits in lace weight yarn from A Hundred Ravens.Boneyard by Stephen West in Plymouth Electra Lite in the Gold colorwayOff The Needles:Lullaby baby sweater in yarn from Apple StudiosBaby Wrap sweater from Churchmouse Yarns in a red and blue from Schmutzerella Baby Vertabrae in yarn from Oink PigmentCatch and Release sweater in “Random Acts of Kindness” from Amanda’s arts yarnIn Time Out:Frogged the Ninilchik SwonchoIn Rehearsal/PerformanceI will be stage managing an upcoming production of Camelot. Rehearsals will be starting in November or so. I am running spot for a burlesque show in early November.Netflix and Knit:Doctor Who, Parks and Rec, Friends 25th AnniversaryCraftivism:Craftivst Afternoons will be returning. The coffee shop we were knitting at closed so we need a new location. Does anyone in the Tacoma/Puyallup/Federal Way area have suggestions for locations? Dates and Times?.Racism in knitting-Listen to the “Social Proofing” episode of Knitmore Girls. Little Skein Anne is kind, holds herself accountable, and is a delight to listen to.Sockmatician, Boyland Knits, and all of the things.Why is it outrageous? Can’t we fix this? Book Club:“Ain’t I a Woman” by bell hooks. Wonderful historical perspective. Healing Hands:Events:#myRhineBIPOCsweater is a knitalong hosted by Lady Dye Dyeworks and the Knitmore Girls. I am happily knitting along!PNW Yarn Crawl October 4-6, 2019. My sisters, mom, and I will be crawling on Sunday October 6.

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Episode 51 - Outrageous

Episode 50- Voice in our fingertips Monday January 20, 2019Shout out- to Cori who likes to knit blankets and is an academic librarian. Want a Shout out?? Join our Ravelry group, introduce yourself and I’ll give you a shout out on the next episode!Social Media plug! Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Periscope. Www.backstageknitting.com, backstageknitting@gmail.com, join our Ravelry Group! Subscribe to audio on Apple Podcasts and video on YouTube!On The Needles:Comfy Fade Cardi by Andrea Mowry in yarn by Black Trillium Fibers.The Port Gamble Socks Fairlight Fibers in Peggy Jane Fibers in the Dirty Orchid Colorway! With new Addi-Flexi Tips needles Port Gamble Socks by Fairlight Fibers and Swing Left by Megan Williams in White Birch Fiber Arts in the Hell Bent Feminist She-Devil colorwaySock Head Hat by Kelly McClure in a pretty yellow from Blissful KnitsOff The Needles:Port Gamble Socks by Fairlight Fibers and Swing Left by Megan Williams in White Birch Fiber Arts in the Hell Bent Feminist She-Devil colorwayPort Gamble Socks Fairlight Fibers in Oink Pigments Oink Sock in the Listen Humans! Colorway! With new Addi-Flexi Tips needles.Helm Hat by Stephen WestAntler Toque by Tin Can KnitsFingerless mitts of my own creationSix Mini Sweater Ornaments in different Lion Brand Bon Bon Christmas colorsSock Head Hat by Kelly McClureIn Time Out:Wonder Woman Sweater using Ann Budd's Handy Book of Top Down SweatersSpinning/Weaving:I started the #spin15aday project for the year. At home I am spinning Lorna’s Laces on my Matchless and when I am out and about BLF from Allyn Knit and Spin on my Turtle Made bottom whirl drop spindle. I am using 15 minutes as a way to achieve other goals and reflect on my day/year/project/etc.In Rehearsal/PerformanceHamlet is now open with New Muses Theatre Co. at the Dukesbay Theatre in Tacoma. I designed the sound and coordinated the costumes. Annie at the 5th Ave. was amazing over the holiday season. Check out Visia Grace! The Lion King at the Paramount was also fantastic.Netflix and Knit:Aquaman, Various Marvel movies and Wonder Woman, Gilmore Girls, and The Office. Craftivism:Craftivist Afternoon. Sunday March ? from 2-4 pm. Location: Downtown Brew on 115 West Meeker in Puyallup. Bring a project that will create joy, warmth, and comfort for someone in need. Start a group in your area! Ravelry thread.Racism in knitting-The comments I saw:“I don’t see color. I just see people” Is a form of white supremacy.“I’m white and I’ve been through x, y, and z.” White privilege doesn’t protect you from all the evils of the world. It’s not magic.“I just want to knit and not get involved or have my bubble burst.” That is white privilege.“Explorations in Diversity.” And the question from my class.“Me and White Supremacy Workbook” by Layla F. Saad. BlackishUse the voice we have in our fingertips, show up, but realize its not about you and just listen. Book Club:Spiral Dance by StarhawkHard Choices by Hillary Clinton1978/79 run of Ms. Marvel2014/15 run of Captain Marvel (Both were read on Marvel Unlimited) Healing Hands:I have completed my Ashiatsu Certification. I am running a special at my studio, Bodywork By Bethany, in Puyallup. Contests:Just Vote! Post a picture of you voting in the Ravelry thread or by using #bskpjustvote on Instagram. If you are doing extra (volunteering at the polling station, driving people to and from polling, hosting a voting party, etc) to get the vote post another picture to get another entry. Winners get a skein of “Ravelry Gone Wild” from Fancy Image Yarn. The WINNER IS: post #3, nikitu Events:PCTMA Silent Auction and Spaghetti Feed Feb. 16 5-9pmMadrona in Tacoma, Wa Feb. 14-17, 2019Stitches West in Santa Clara, Ca. Feb. 21-24, 2019

EPISODE 50- Voice in our fingertips

Episode 49- The Witching HourWednesday October 31,2018Shout out- None this week Want a Shout out?? Join our Ravelry group, introduce yourself and I’ll give you a shout out on the next episode!Social Media plug! Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Periscope. Www.backstageknitting.com, backstageknitting@gmail.com, join our Ravelry Group! Subscribe to audio on Apple Podcasts and video on YouTube!On The Needles:Tegna top by Caitlin Hunter in Manos Del Uruguay Alegria in color A9452 CandombeThe second Port Gamble Socks Fairlight Fibers in Oink Pigments Oink Sock in the Listen Humans! Colorway! With new Addi-Flexi Tips needles Port Gamble Socks by Fairlight Fibers and Swing Left by Megan Williams in White Birch Fiber Arts in the Hell Bent Feminist She-Devil colorwayIn Time Out:Port Gamble Socks Fairlight Fibers in Oink Pigments Oink Sock in the Listen Humans! Colorway! With new Addi-Flexi Tips needles. Not happy with the toe.Paris in Berlin by Joji Locatelli in Bijou Basin Ranch Gobi fingering, 65% silk, 35% baby camel, in the Valhalla colorway- sent to me by Bijou Basin to review. Screwed up the pattern. Not sure if it will be redone or made into a new project.Sockhead Cowl by Kelly McClure with Knitted Wit Love Is Love DK base. Gonna frog it. Spinning/Weaving:Started weaving my new project. It’s making slow progress.Some spinning but not a lot.A Review! Bijou Basin Ranch Gobi fingering, 65% silk, 35% baby camel, in the Valhalla colorway- sent to me by Bijou Basin to reviewLove the yarn! The package also came with a pattern, some to-do list note pads, and a sticker. I highly recommend this yarn!In Rehearsal/PerformanceSaw “On Your Feet” at the ParamountNetflix and Knit:Doctor Who, The West Wing, A Star is Born, Sabrina the Teenage Witch, The Chilling Adventures of Sabrina, Women and Spirituality- The Goddess TrilogyCraftivism:Craftivist Afternoon. Sunday November 4 from 2-4 pm. Location: Downtown Brew on 115 West Meeker in Puyallup. Bring a project that will create joy, warmth, and comfort for someone in need. Start a group in your area! Ravelry thread.The US mid-term elections are in less then a week. VOTE! Use social media with discretion. Beware of bias and echo chambers. Make something that makes the world a little brighter. Book Club:Spiral Dance by StarhawkContests:Just Vote! Post a picture of you voting in the Ravelry thread or by using #bskpjustvote on Instagram. If you are doing extra (volunteering at the polling station, driving people to and from polling, hosting a voting party, etc) to get the vote post another picture to get another entry. Winners get a skein of “Ravelry Gone Wild” from Fancy Image Yarn. Winner will be randomly selected on November 12Events:Craftivist Afternoon. Sunday November 4 and Sunday December 2 from 2-4 pm. Location 115 West Meeker. Madrona in Tacoma, Wa Feb. 14-17, 2019Stitches West in Santa Clara, Ca. Feb. 21-24, 2019

Episode 49-The Witching Hour

Episode 48- ToleranceMonday October 15,2018Shout out- None this week Want a Shout out?? Join our Ravelry group, introduce yourself and I’ll give you a shout out on the next episode!Social Media plug! Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Periscope. Www.backstageknitting.com, backstageknitting@gmail.com, join our Ravelry Group! Subscribe to audio on Apple Podcasts and video on YouTube!On The Needles:Paris in Berlin by Joji Locatelli in Bijou Basin Ranch Gobi fingering, 65% silk, 35% baby camel, in the Valhalla colorway- sent to me by Bijou Basin to reviewTegna top by Caitlin Hunter in Manos Del Uruguay Alegria in color A9452 CandombePort Gamble Socks Fairlight Fibers in Oink Pigments Oink Sock in the Listen Humans! Colorway! With new Addi-Flexi Tips needles Port Gamble Socks by Fairlight Fibers and Swing Left by Megan Williams in White Birch Fiber Arts in the Hell Bent Feminist She-Devil colorwayIn Time Out:Swing Left sock the first attempt was too small and not happy. Tegna, didn’t read the chart and had to rip back some.Spinning/Weaving:Finished the weaving project that I started at the weaving basics class at the Nifty Knitter Yarn Shop. The yarn is MalabrioWarped a new project. Haven’t gotten further than that. Netflix and Knit:Gilmore Girls, Parks and Rec, The West Wing, Saturday Night Live, Doctor WhoWitchy Sunday featuring- Practical Magic, Hocus Pocus, and a few episodes of CharmedCraftivism:Craftivist Afternoon. Sunday November 4 from 2-4 pm. Location: Downtown Brew on 115 West Meeker in Puyallup. Bring a project that will create joy, warmth, and comfort for someone in need. Start a group in your area! Ravelry thread.Tolerance-“the ability or willingness to tolerate something, in particular the existence of opinions or behavior that one does not necessarily agree with.” - GoogleKnitmore Girls Podcast "Heart of Intersectionality" EpisodeInternet tips-Delete the Facebook app from the phoneUse the unfollow buttonKnit somethingBook Club:Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince, mainly on AudibleContests:Just Vote! Post a picture of you voting. If you are doing extra (volunteering at the polling station, driving people to and from polling, hosting a voting party, etc) to get the vote post another picture to get another entry. Winners get a skein of “Ravelry Gone Wild” from Fancy Image Yarn. Winner will be randomly selected on November 12Events:Craftivist Afternoon. Sunday November 4 from 2-4 pm. Location 115 West Meeker. Madrona in Tacoma, Wa Feb. 14-17, 2019Stitches West in Santa Clara, Ca. Feb. 21-24, 2019

Episode 48- Tolerance

Episode 47Monday October 8,2018Shout out- None this week Want a Shout out?? Join our Ravelry group, introduce yourself and I’ll give you a shout out on the next episode!Social Media plug! Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Periscope. Www.backstageknitting.com, backstageknitting@gmail.com, join our Ravelry Group! Subscribe to audio on Apple Podcasts and video on YouTube!On The Needles:Paris in Berlin by Joji Locatelli in Bijou Basin Ranch Gobi fingering, 65% silk, 35% baby camel, in the Valhalla colorway- sent to me by Bijou Basin to reviewDotted Rays by Stephen West in the Marriage Equality Gradient (not currently available) from Neighborhood Fiber Co.A Knitted Knocker in cottonThe Resistance Hat by Krista Nelson in red, white, and blue sock yarn. Port Gamble Socks Fairlight Fibers in Oink Pigments Oink Sock in the Listen Humans! Colorway! With new Addi-Flexi Tips needlesOff The Needles:Port Gamble Socks Fairlight Fibers in Mondim Color 201 100% Non Superwash Portuguese woolSpinning/Weaving:Finishing a weaving project that I started last week at the weaving basics class at the Nifty Knitter Yarn Shop. The yarn is Malabrigo. Loving the class.Netflix and Knit:Gilmore Girls, Parks and Rec, Harry Potter 7.1 and 7.2, 1970s Wonder Woman, Saturday Night LiveCraftivism:Craftivist Afternoon. Sunday November 4 from 2-4 pm. Location: Downtown Brew on 115 West Meeker in Puyallup. Bring a project that will create joy, warmth, and comfort for someone in need. Start a group in your area! Ravelry thread.Book Club:Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince, mainly on AudibleYarny Adventures:Craftivist Afternoon! Great start to the events!Events:Craftivist Afternoon. Sunday November 4 from 2-4 pm. Location 115 West Meeker. Madrona in Tacoma, Wa Feb. 14-17, 2019Stitches West in Santa Clara, Ca. Feb. 21-24, 2019

BSKP Episode 47

Episode 46- A Special Guest! Monday October 1, 2018 Want a Shout out?? Join our Ravelry group, introduce yourself and I’ll give you a shout out on the next episode!Social Media plug! Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Periscope. Www.backstageknitting.com, backstageknitting@gmail.com, join our Ravelry Group! Subscribe to audio on Apple Podcasts and video on YouTube!On The Needles:Nakia's Infinity Wrap/Scarf, kit from Jimmy Beans WoolParis in Berlin by Joji Locatelli in Bijou Basin Ranch Gobi fingering, 65% silk, 35% baby camel, in the Valhalla colorway- sent to me by Bijou Basin to reviewHalf a welcome blanket square Erinne is working onSherlock Scarf Blanket Square Off The Needles:Sock Head Cowl by Kelly McClure in Mountain Colors Yarns in the Lady Slipper ColorwayOne blanket square for my welcome blanketIn Time Out:Erinne frogged a cowl that she twisted when joining.Spinning/Weaving:New Schact Matchless- I did some spinning. Still using the Kraemer rovingFinished a weaving project that has been on the loom for a while in prep for a weaving basics class we are taking this weekA Review! Mountain Colors Yarns in the Lady Slipper ColorwayFiber content: 53% Superwash Merino, 17% domestic wool, 17% slk, 13% nylon450 yards in each 100g skeinIn Rehearsal/PerformanceErinne with be performing in Scrooge at Tacoma Little Theater this coming holiday season.Netflix and Knit:Gilmore Girls, Parks and Rec, Harry Potter 1-6Erinne has been watching Daria on HuluCraftivism:Starting a knitting club for the Oasis Youth Center. Looking for donations of yarn, and circular and dpns in US 7, 8, and 9s. First meeting went great!Craftivist Afternoon. Sunday October 7 from 2-4 pm. Location: Downtown Brew on 115 West Meeker in Puyallup. Focus on Knitted Knockers for October.Book Club:Murder at the Vicarage by Agatha Christie Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince, mainly on AudibleErinne is reading The Magic Misfts by Neil Patrick HarrisYarny Adventures:PNW Yarn Crawl on Sunday was great! Lots of fun with my family and lots of fun seeing the shops and other crawlers.Events:Craftivist Afternoon. Sunday October 7 from 2-4 pm. Location 115 West Meeker. Focus on Knitted Knockers for October.Madrona in Tacoma, Wa President’s Day weekend 2019Stitches West in Santa Clara, the last weekend in Feb. 2019

Episode 46- A Special Guest!

Episode 45! Monday September 24, 2018Shout out- From the Knit and Brew crew in Leavenworth, Wa. Want a Shout out?? Join our Ravelry group, introduce yourself and I’ll give you a shout out on the next episode!Social Media plug! Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Periscope. Www.backstageknitting.com, backstageknitting@gmail.com, join our Ravelry Group! Subscribe to audio on Apple Podcasts and video on YouTube!On The Needles:Nakia's Infinity Wrap/Scarf, kit from Jimmy Beans WoolPort Gamble Socks Fairlight Fibers in Mondim Color 201 100% Non Superwash Portuguese woolSock Head Cowl by Kelly McClure in Mountain Colors Yarns in the Lady Slipper ColorwayOff The Needles:Sockhead Slouch Hat by Kelly McClure in Knitted Wit Victory Sock in the Badger Buddy colorway The Bigger On The Inside Shawl by Kate Atherly in Mosiac Moon's "Rose Tyler" colorway for the Time Vortex Lace bit. And Madeline Tosh "Raspberry Cordial" colorway for the TARDIS section.In Time Out:Frogging my Doctor Who TARDIS Afghan, thinking about double knitting it. Best way to math?Spinning/Weaving:New Schact Matchless. Spinning when I can. Am in love with wheel. Netflix and Knit:An American President, Infinity War, Black Panther, Gilmore Girls, Parks and Rec, Doctor Who, Daria and Star Trek: TNGCraftivism:Starting a knitting club for the Oasis Youth Center. Looking for donations of yarn, and circular and dpns in US 7, 8, and 9s. Craftivist Afternoon. Sunday October 7 from 2-4 pm. Location: Downtown Brew on 115 West Meeker in Puyallup. Focus on Knitted Knockers for October.Book Club:Explorations In DiversityThe Gender Creative ChildHealing Hands:I took an Ashiatsu class that I loved! Opening up my own massage space!Yarny Adventures:I did my presentation on the history of knitting for the Seattle Knitter’s Guild and it was amazing!Rose City Comic Con was great! Very maker and children friendly. (I misplaced the bag maker’s card but I will link to it as soon as I find it. ;) )Events:PNW Yarn Crawl The Fall Crawl is September 28-30, 2018Craftivist Afternoon. Sunday October 7 from 2-4 pm. Location 115 West Meeker. Focus on Knitted Knockers for October.Madrona in Tacoma, Wa President’s Day weekend 2019Stitches West in Santa Clara, the last weekend in Feb. 2019

Episode 45!

Episode 44- Although, I take that backThursday August 16 , 2018Shout out- Want a Shout out?? Join our Ravelry group, introduce yourself and I’ll give you a shout out on the next episode!Social Media plug! Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Periscope. Www.backstageknitting.com, backstageknitting@gmail.com, join our Ravelry Group! Subscribe to audio on Apple Podcasts and video on YouTube!On The Needles:Comfort Fade Cardi by Andrea Mowry in Sublime DK by Blacktrillium Fibers- The body is blocking before I pick up the collar and try it again!Sockhead Slouch Hat by Kelly McClure in Knitted Wit Victory Sock in the Badger Buddy colorway Port Gamble Socks Fairlight Fibers in Mondim Color 201 100% Non Superwash Portuguese woolPort Gamble Socks Fairlight Fibers in Oink Pigments Oink Sock in the Listen Humans! Colorway! With new Addi-Flexi Tips needlesOff The Needles:Mama Vertebrae by Kelly van Niekerk in Knitted Wit Victory Sock in the Rainier colorway. (Unable to find in the shop at the moment but she did have a lot of other national park colorways.)Spinning/Weaving:Drop spindle from TurtleMade and roving from Kraemer Yarns in the Mauch Chunky Roving in bright pink, purple, and teal. I was drop spindling at the park during a kids camp last week. My plan is to make spinners out of all of them.Netflix and Knit:Christopher Robin, Life of the Party, Making It on NBC but streams on Hulu, and Batman (1989)Craftivism:I voted in the Washington State Primary. VOTE!!! Register to vote for the midterms if you haven’t already!Starting a knitting club for the Oasis Youth Center. Looking for donations of yarn, and circular and dpns in US 7, 8, and 9s. Craftivist Afternoon. Sunday October 7 from 2-4 pm. Location TBD. Focus on Knitted Knockers for October.Book Club:I finished Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix!!I have started Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince!Events:September 5, 2018 I'm teaching a mini class on the history of knitting!Rose City Comic Con September 7-9, 2018PNW Yarn Crawl The Fall Crawl is September 28-30, 2018Craftivist Afternoon. Sunday October 7 from 2-4 pm. Location TBD. Focus on Knitted Knockers for October.

Episode 44- Although, I take that back...

Episode 43- Human SwiftThursday August 2 , 2018Shout out- Meepers (who is Blacktrillium Melanie) introduced herself in the Ravelry group! Want a Shout out?? Join our Ravelry group, introduce yourself and I’ll give you a shout out on the next episode!Social Media plug! Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Periscope. Www.backstageknitting.com, backstageknitting@gmail.com, join our Ravelry Group! Subscribe to audio on Apple Podcasts and video on YouTube!On The Needles:Mama Vertebrae by Kelly van Niekerk in Knitted Wit Victory Sock in the Rainier colorway. (Unable to find in the shop at the moment but she did have a lot of other national park colorways.)1 Sockhead Slouch Hats by Kelly McClure in Knitted Wit Victory Sock in the Badger Buddy colorway Port Gamble Socks Fairlight Fibers in Oink Pigments Oink Sock in the Listen Humans! Colorway! With new Addi-Flexi Tips needlesOff The Needles: Sockhead Slouch Hats by Kelly McClure in Knitted Wit Victory Sock in the Sneaky Snake ColorwayPort Gamble Socks Fairlight Fibers in Mondim Color 201 100% Non Superwash Portuguese woolIn Time Out:Comfort Fade Cardi by Andrea Mowry in Sublime DK by Blacktrillium Fibers- It is leaving time out slowly!Spinning/Weaving:So much spinning for Tour De Fleece! One project on the wheel and three different drop spindles. The new drop spindle from TurtleMadeIn Rehearsal/PerformanceNothing at the momentNetflix and Knit:Won’t You Be My Neighbor? The Mr. Rogers DocumentaryBook Club:Respect the Spindle by Abby Franquemont Yarny Adventures:Mariner's Stitch 'N' Pitch Tuesday July 31, 2018Events:September 5, 2018 I'm teaching a mini class on the history of knitting!Rose City Comic Con September 7-9, 2018PNW Yarn Crawl The Fall Crawl is September 28-30, 2018

Episode 43- Human Swift

Episode 42- Fun with Color! Thursday July 19, 2018Shout out- No Shout outs this week Want a Shout out?? Join our Ravelry group, introduce yourself and we’ll give you a shout out on the next episode!Social Media plug! Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Periscope. Www.backstageknitting.com, backstageknitting@gmail.com, join our Ravelry Group! Subscribe to audio on Apple Podcasts and video on YouTube!On The Needles:Mama Vertebrae by Kelly van Niekerk in Knitted Wit Victory Sock in the Rainier colorway. (Unable to find in the shop at the moment but she did have a lot of other national park colorways.)1 Sockhead Slouch Hats by Kelly McClure in Knitted Wit Victory Sock in the Sneaky Snake ColorwayDotted Rays Shawl by Stephen West in the Marriage Equality Gradient set by Neighborhood Fiber Co. Sorta in time out. Constantly 14ish stitches off.Port Gamble Socks Fairlight Fibers in Mondim Color 201 100% Non Superwash Portuguese woolOff The Needles:1 Sockhead Slouch Hats by Kelly McClure in Knitted Wit Victory Sock in the Lion Heart Colorway.Spinning/Weaving:So much spinning for Tour De Fleece! One project on the wheel and two different drop spindles.A Review! Kraemer YarnsMauch Chunky Roving100% US Wool28 MicronsSold in 1 lb quantities on their websiteIn Rehearsal/PerformanceLysistrata closed this past weekend but we have God Of Vengence opening in August! I’ll be doing sound, Box Office and probably some costume help.Netflix and Knit:Ant-man and the Wasp, The Incredibles 2, Professor Marston and the Wonder Women (on Hulu), and the 1970 Wonder Woman Tv Series.Craftivism:Craftivist Atlanta is hosting a weekly craftivist together. Right now they are making Welcome Blankets. Is this something people in the Northwest would be interested in doing? Rotate between North and South side?“Believe that the personal is political and that every choice and action we make affects not only ouselves and our lives, but the lives of others as well.” -Knitting for Good Page 101 Yarny Adventures:Tour de Fleece Kick Off!!! Saturday July 7, 2018 2:30-5 Pioneer Park in Puyallup. Not in the Pavilion. Events:Tour de Fleece July 7-29, 2018Mariner's Stitch 'N' Pitch Tuesday July 31, 2018 PNW Yarn Crawl The Fall Crawl is September 28-30, 2018

Episode 42- Fun with Color

Episode 41- CommunityMonday July 2, 2018Shout out- No Shout outs this week Want a Shout out?? Join our Ravelry group, introduce yourself and we’ll give you a shout out on the next episode!Social Media plug! Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Periscope. Www.backstageknitting.com, backstageknitting@gmail.com, join our Ravelry Group! Subscribe to audio on Apple Podcasts and video on YouTube!On The Needles:Mama Vertebrae by Kelly van Niekerk in Knitted Wit Victory Sock in the Rainier colorway. (Unable to find in the shop at the moment but she did have a lot of other national park colorways.)2 Sockhead Slouch Hats by Kelly McClure in Knitted Wit Victory Sock in the Lion Heart Colorway and the Sneaky Snake ColorwayDotted Rays Shawl by Stephen West in the Marriage Equality Gradient set by Neighborhood Fiber Co. Sorta in time out. Constantly 14ish stitches off.In Rehearsal/PerformanceCostumes and sound for a production of Lysistrata with New Muses Theatre Company- Open Now through July 15! Come check it out! Not family friendly!Saw the Color Purple last night at the ParamountNetflix and Knit:How I met Your Mother- Hulu, Solo: A Star Wars Story, Broadway: The American Musical Craftivism:It’s been a rough couple weeks in the US. I’m using this segment to promote projects and other ways positive and effective change within and outside of the crafting realm. Events:Tour de Fleece Kick Off!!! Saturday July 7, 2018 2:30-5 Pioneer Park in Puyallup. Not in the Pavilion. Tour de Fleece July 7-29, 2018Mariner's Stitch 'N' Pitch Tuesday July 31, 2018

Episode 41- Community

Episode 40- A New ChapterMonday June 11, 2018 Shout out- Lizzie from Toronto, Lin from Tuscaloosa, and Nancy from Maine Want a Shout out?? Join our Ravelry group, introduce yourself and we’ll give you a shout out on the next episode!Social Media plug! Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Periscope. Www.backstageknitting.com, backstageknitting@gmail.com, join our Ravelry Group!On The Needles:Mama Vertebrae by Kelly van Niekerk in Knitted Wit Victory Sock in the Rainier colorway. (Unable to find in the shop at the moment but she did have a lot of other national park colorways.)2 Sockhead Slouch Hats by Kelly McClure in Knitted Wit Victory Sock in the Lion Heart Colorway and the Sneaky Snake ColorwayOff The Needles:Sparkle Raglan Sweater by Krysten Ritter. Kit is no longer available at We Are KnittersBaby Vertebrae by Kelly van Niekerk in Twisted Owl Fiber Studio in the Darkwing Duck colorwayIn Time Out:The darn collar is wrong!Comfort Fade Cadri by Andrea Mowry in Black Trillium Fibers Sublime DK starting with Cerise to Peach Blossom to Unicorn Opal to CarnavalSpinning/Weaving:Did some spinning with the preschoolers for Y week. She has also spent some time spinning on the wheel and drop spindle just for her own enjoyment.In Rehearsal/PerformanceCostumes and sound for the upcoming production of Lysistrata with New Muses Theatre CompanyNetflix and Knit:Watched all of the MCU, some films have been repeated. Step by Step and Full House on Hulu, in theaters Book Club, Deadpool 2, RBG, Infinity WarBook Club: Reading the 1970s run of Ms. Marvel on Marvel Unlimited, and Marvel Comics: The Untold Story by Sean HoweYarny Adventures:PNW Yarn Crawl, Field Trip to Church Mouse Yarns and Teas on Bainbridge Island, World Wide Knit in Public Day at the Twisted Kilt, and the Vashon Sheep Dog ClassicEvents:Mariner's Stitch 'N' Pitch Tuesday July 31, 2018

Episode 40- A New Chapter

Episode 39! You’re WrongSaturday April 7, 2018 Shout out- Lori from San Jose who Bethany met at Stitches West this year, Lisa from Pittsburgh, and Ravelry User GypseeJones from Moses Lake, Wa. Want a Shout out?? Join our Ravelry group, introduce yourself and we’ll give you a shout out on the next episode!Social Media plug! Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Periscope. Www.backstageknitting.com, backstageknitting@gmail.com, join our Ravelry Group!On The Needles:Bethany is working on:Almost done with the first sleeve! Comfort Fade Cadri by Andrea Mowry in Black Trillium Fibers Sublime DK starting with Cerise to Peach Blossom to Unicorn Opal to CarnavalCast on my “Batman” socks! Standard toe-up socks in a funky rib pattern I don’t know if I like. I will use a Fish Lips Kiss Heel Yarn is It's All About Ewe Yarn in the “Hairy Lemon” color. Anna is working on:Beekeeper's Quilt Hexipuffs in various leftover sock yarnBasic socks in Superwash Merino in “Pockets” colourway from Knitted Wit on US 1’s and a Fish Lips Kiss Heel by the Sox Therapistthe “So Faded” pullover by Andrea Mowry in Malabrigo Mechita in “English Rose”, “Lotus”, “Indiecita”, “Poipu”, and “Whale’s Road” got all cast on and working on the first color fade!!In Time Out:Bethany put lots of things in Time Out:Kamryn’s Birthday Present: Frogged!Bad Juju socks: Frogged!Sew A Needle Pulling Thread: Anna - made a couple pot holders and repaired things languishing in her Mending Pile. A pair of jeans and put a new zipper in an old dress. Also made a Galaxy Skirt to wear to the Amanda Palmer concert tomorrow!!Spinning/Weaving:Bethany did some construction paper weaving with her preschoolers for W week.Netflix and Knit:Bethany has been doing the Countdown to Avengers: Infinity War! Watched Iron Man, The Incredible Hulk, Iron Man 2, Thor, Captain America, The Avengers, Iron Man 3, Thor: The Dark World, Captain America: The Winter Soldier, and Guardians of the Galaxy. This weekend will finish phase two with Age of Ulton and AntmanAnna watched Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Gilmore Girls, The Court Jester with Danny Kaye and Glynis Johns, and Guardians of the Galaxy 1 Events:Marvel Cinematic Universe-A-Long! A countdown to Infinity War! Use #BskpMCUalongMarch for Science April 14, 2018 Seattle, Washington- Bethany can’t be there now but you should!PNW Yarn Crawl May 3-6, 2018 Bethany and family will be crawling on Sunday the 6th.World Wide Knit in Public Day is June 9, 2018. Watch for us to do something!Mariner's Stitch 'N' Pitch Tuesday July 31, 2018

Episode 39- You're Wrong

Episode 38! A Super Episode! Sunday March 25, 2018 Shout out- Margo from Portland who is doing a mystery production in PDX this summer. Want a Shout out?? Join our Ravelry group, introduce yourself and we’ll give you a shout out on the next episode!Social Media plug! Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Periscope. Www.backstageknitting.com, backstageknitting@gmail.com, join our Ravelry Group!On The Needles:Bethany is working on:Almost done with the body. Working on fading in the forth color. iComfort Fade Cadri by Andrea Mowry in Black Trillium Fibers Sublime DK starting with Cerise to Peach Blossom to Unicorn Opal to CarnavalDK weight socks in Bad JuJu from Amanda’s Art Yarn on size Us 3 needles, heel has been turned and am working on the cuff- pretty sure I am going to frog them.The Bigger On The Inside Shawl by Kate Atherly in Mosiac Moon's "Rose Tyler" colorway for the Time Vortex Lace bit. And Madeline Tosh "Raspberry Cordial" colorwayfor the TARDIS section. The Lace Vortex bit is done and the Tardis section is waiting for Bethany to have brains to look up how to do a bobble.Anna is working on:Beekeeper's Quilt Hexipuffs in various leftover sock yarn (Magpie Fibers “Empty Night and Hell's Bells” Malabrigo Mechita in “Ink”, Miss Babs Killington in “Half Past Midnight”)Basic socks in Superwash Merino in “Pockets” colourway from Knitted Wit on US 1’s and a Fish Lips Kiss Heel by the Sox TherapistAlmost On the needles: “So Faded” by Andrea Mowry in Malabrigo Mechita in “English Rose”, “Lotus”, “Indiecita”, “Poipu”, and “Whale’s Road” Just waiting on English Rose to arrive from Jimmy Beans Wool!Off The Needles:Bethany Finished:0Anna finished: 2 Hexipuffs!In Time Out:Bethany put lots of things in Time Out:Kamryn’s birthday present. It just doesn’t seem to like what Bethany or the amazing Alter Knit book wants it to be. Anna-0Sew A Needle Pulling Thread: Anna - Finished her “Georgia O’Keefe” dress (pattern is Sew House Seven for Simplicity Pattern: 8231)Spinning/Weaving:0In Rehearsal/PerformanceBethany- Lots of New Muses productions happening over the summer.Anna-0Netflix and Knit:Bethany has been watching: Blackish- caught up and waiting for more episodes, Restarted Supergirl, watched Thor Ragnarok and the new 2017 JumanjiAnna saw Black Panther, rewatched Coraline, and started watching Buffy the Vampire SlayerEvents:Marvel Cinematic Universe-A-Long! A countdown to Infinity War! Use #BskpMCUalongSuperhero Dreamcatcher Afghan- It looks like the Spider man logo.Superhero Civil War hats! - Colorwork hats that say Team Cap or Team Iron ManCaptain America Knit Hoodie- This looks so cool and has been in Bethany’s to knit list for a while.Black Panther Afghan Square Nakia's Infinity Scarf March for Science April 14, 2018 Seattle, Washington- Bethany can’t be there now but you should!PNW Yarn Crawl May 3-6, 2018 Bethany and family will be crawling on Sunday the 6th.World Wide Knit in Public Day is June 9, 2018. Watch for us to do something!Mariner's Stitch 'N' Pitch Tuesday July 31, 2018

Episode 38- A Super Episode!

•Episode 37! March 10, 2018- Producer of Ones Own Life •One Minute Real Life Update! •Shout out- Jessica in Germany, Sylvia from Wisconsin, Noel from Denver, Colorado, Becca from somewhere unknown. • Want a Shout out?? Join our Ravelry group, introduce yourself and we’ll give you a shout out on the next episode!••Social Media plug! Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Periscope. Www.backstageknitting.com, backstageknitting@gmail.com, join our Ravelry group!••On The Needles:oBethany is working on:•Swatched for the Comfort Fade Cardiby Andrea Mowry in Black Trillium Fibers Sublime DKstarting with Cerise to Peach Blossom to Unicorn Opal to Carnaval•DK weight socks in Bad JuJu from Amanda’s Art Yarn on size Us 3 needles, heel has been turned and am working on the cuff.•The Bigger on the Inside shawl by Kate Atherly in Mosiac Moon "Rose Tyler" colorway for the Time Vortex Lace bit which is almost done. And Madeline Tosh “Raspberry Sorbet” or something for the TARDIS section. •Most of the turned brim for the Resistance Hat- the Mature Version by Krista Nelson in Cascade Heritage. Red, White, and Blue.oAnna is working on:•Basic socks in Superwash Merino in “Pockets” colourway from Knitted Wit on US 1’s and a Fish Lips Kiss Heel•Off The Needles:oBethany Finished:•3 more Knitted Knockers equaling two pairs of knockers that were donated at Stitches West•“Coronation Day” Boxy by Joji Locatelli in Fancy Image Yarn “Winter Jewel” colorway.•Wonder Woman Wrap by Carissa Browning using Madeline Tosh•The Space Princess Hat by GENEVIEVE MILLER from the Knits for Nerds book in Red Heart in a Rapunzel Yellow. oAnna finished:•Aidan’s Cowl in Big Box yarn••In Time Out:oBethany put lots of things in Time Out:•Her Stitches sock that has turned into the Bigger on the Inside Shawl.oAnna-•Sew A Needle Pulling Thread: oAnna - Started embellishing my Graduation DressoOther dress projects are in the works•Spinning/Weaving:oBethany- learned how to chain ply at knitting group. She thinks her singles are the reason for her spinning attacking her.•Netflix and Knit:oBethany has been watching: Blackish, Restarted Doctor Who with the 9th Doctor on Amazon Prime, lots of the Olympics, and Black Panther.oAnna has been watching: Stardust, The Mind of a Chef/Chef’s table on NetflixoPlanning to go see Black Panther, Maria and the Wishflower (Miyazaki), Coco! Wrinkle in Time••Events:oRecap the-Ravelynics, Madrona, Stitches and Emerald City Comicon!oMarch For Our Lives- Seattle•Neighborhood Fiber Co. "Parkland" benefit colorwayoMarch For Science April 14, 2018 Seattle, Washington (The date has changed since we recorded and Bethany will not be able to attend.)oWorld Wide Knit in Publiic Day is June 9, 2018. Watch for us to do something!oAn awesome summer knit a Long is in the works!!

Episode 37- Producer of Ones Own Life

Bethany talks about knitting, theater, geekery, and more!

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Backstage Knitting Podcast

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