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Episode 19: Katherine Gibbs
Tiffany and Denise talk with Katherine Gibbs, a knit and crochet designer, about her design process and inspiration. Email Instagram Love Crafts Etsy Ravelry Other Designers Playful Bobbles Tee by Stephanie Erin on Instagram and on Ravelry Riley Tee by Rachel Knits things on Instagram and on Ravelry Indie Dyers on Instagram The Frosted Stitch…
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Episode 18: Gauge
Tiffany and Lisa talk all things gauge, from gauge swatches, to imperial – metric (or vice versa) conversions, to why gauge matters. Needle and Hook makers Hand Carved Hooks: Instagram and Website (has some knitting needles) KnitBrooks: Instagram and Website Miramar Woods: Instagram and Website Chiaogoo Knitting Needles Knit and Crochet Designer Pink Plumeria Maui:…
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Episode 15: Trish Hernacki Interview
Tiffany and Denise talk with Trish Hernacki, a new knit designer from Indiana and get a unique view on entering the design field. Where to find Trish: Email: phiberopticsknits IG: phiberopticsknits Fb: phiberopticsknits Ravelry: trish-hernacki PayHip: PHiberOpticsKnits Links mentioned during podcast: Keenan Goldsmith, The Knitting Bartender: on Instagram and on Facebook Mama in a Stitch,…
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Episode 14: Tool Talk
Denise and Tiffany talk tools of the trade including: how to choose yarn, needles and hooks, and a little something special at the end. Links and things shared (NOTE, none of these are affiliate links): knittingknowledge.com yarnsub.com stitchandunwind.com Spinner’s Book of Yarn Designs, Sarah Anderson All About Knitting, Martingale Not mentioned in the podcast, but…
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Episode 13: Tech Editing vs. Testing
Tiffany and Denise talk about testing vs. tech editing. They cover how they differ, when and why it’s important to do each, and their experiences with testing. Places to find testers or find tests that you can participate in: Ravelry: The Testing Pool, or follow your favorite designer(s) Facebook: Pattern Testing, Crochet & Knit, or…
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Episode 12: Lily Chin
It was really exciting for Denise and I to talk with Lily Chin, well-known Crochet and Knit designer, teacher, and author. Bio: What hasn’t Lily done? She was named to the Crochet Hall of Fame in 2015, named a Master Knitter by Vogue Knitting in 1991, and has been involved in some aspect of the…
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Episode 11: Two Tech Editor Talk
Tiffany and I ramble on about differences in Crochet and Knit patterns and learn about the details of editing each. Tiffany mentioned this Crochet skill quiz free: Crochet Skill Level Quiz – PDF Only Crochet skill quiz premium: Crochet Skill Level Quiz – Premium Digital + PDF Other Links mentioned by Tiffany: https://www.instagram.com/oliphantkat/ Ravelry: Designs…
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Episode 10: Roeska Blankevoort
Denise, Tiffany, and I talk with Roeska Blankevoort. Roeska is a Tunisian Crochet designer that is based in the Netherlands. She has been designing since the summer of 2020. She believes in creating beginner-friendly, size-inclusive patterns to introduce makers to Tunisian garments. She utilizes basic stitches with a unique usage of color and texture that…
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Episode 9: Introduction to Tiffany
Denise is moving away from handling back end work on the podcast to spend more time on her books. Moving away from the big seller, and delving more heavily into the marketing as an independent author, means wearing many hats that take a great deal of time. She will still be around to add sparkle…
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Show Notes, Episodes 0 thru 8
Episode 8 Jill Wolcott From Jill: I am trained as a fashion designer with a focus on garment construction and pattern making. Knits allow me to create both the fabric and the shape. I am always thinking about knitted things and how to guide knitters and designers toward a successful outcome. I teach professional development…