On today's episode I have a new Shawl Society pattern to introduce, and some good news about my violin exam! I have a short review of a book that I've found helpful when it comes to making progress on my goals. I'm also exploring some habits and ideas that could help me get more done, with a little mid-year review of what's working and what I'd like to do more of.   Show Sponsors: Alongside an eclectic yarn range, which includes Hazel Knits, Icelandic Lopi & CoopKnits, we stock a carefully chosen selection of needles and notions. We’ve also recently launched ‘hand dyed by meadowyarn’, our very own in-house, hand-dyed yarn range. Working in our tiny dye studio, nestled in the Suffolk countryside, we are able to indulge our love of colour, producing complex tonal, kettle-dyed shades across a range of weights and bases. With regular updates our collections evolve and grow, inspired by the landscape and people around us. AYS is a wool boutique specializing in hand dyed yarns and luxury fibres from around the world. You’ll always find a well curated collection of yarns and colors on the shelves and a friendly knowledgeable staff on hand. Some of our favorite brands include Hedgehog Fibres, SweetGeorgia Yarn, Julie Asselin, Shibui Knits and The Fibre Co. You can find A Yarn Story on Walcot Street in Bath or online at www.ayarnstory.co.uk Show Links: Leap Year by Helen Russell TwoSet Violin YouTube Eddy Chen YouTube Strides Habit Tracker Streaks App Asana Monday App Like a Cloud by Joji Locatelli The Shawl Society Season III The Handmade Sock SocietyWick Shawl The Walk Collection

Today on the podcast I'm talking about a subject that some might find a little controversial, but which I find very inspiring and empowering: craftivism. The idea of changing the world for the better in both big and small ways with the power of making is a wonderful thing. I take a look at the #titsoutcollective spearheaded by Countess Ablaze, talk a bit about how discovering craftivism has changed the way I look at my own craft, and take a peek at some of the lovely patterns from the Collective. Photo Credit: Townhouse Yarns (Colourway: Get Your Paws Off My Silky Drawers) Show Sponsors: Alongside an eclectic yarn range, which includes Hazel Knits, Icelandic Lopi & CoopKnits, we stock a carefully chosen selection of needles and notions. We’ve also recently launched ‘hand dyed by meadowyarn’, our very own in-house, hand-dyed yarn range. Working in our tiny dye studio, nestled in the Suffolk countryside, we are able to indulge our love of colour, producing complex tonal, kettle-dyed shades across a range of weights and bases. With regular updates our collections evolve and grow, inspired by the landscape and people around us. AYS is a wool boutique specializing in hand dyed yarns and luxury fibres from around the world. You’ll always find a well curated collection of yarns and colors on the shelves and a friendly knowledgeable staff on hand. Some of our favorite brands include Hedgehog Fibres, SweetGeorgia Yarn, Julie Asselin, Shibui Knits and The Fibre Co. You can find A Yarn Story on Walcot Street in Bath or online at www.ayarnstory.co.uk Show Links: Countess Ablaze Tits Out Collective #titsoutcollective on Instagram Betsy Greer's Craftivism site and manifesto Pussy Hat Project DIY Rules for a WFT World by Krista Suh Exposure Top by Julie Knits In Paris Twits Shawl by Agrarian Artisan (crochet) The Wave Shawl by Dandelions & Butterflies Flash 'Em When You're Ready Shawl by Ann Turley Dreith in Studio ATD Boobs Out Beanie by Jane Murison The Erika Cowl by Louise Tilbrook

Today's podcast contains a heartfelt ode to one of my favourite subjects...decluttering. It's a bit of a pet cause for me because of how dramatically it improves my day to day life. Knowing where everything is and having room to breathe is one of the best things I can do for my creativity, and I don't think I'm alone in that! I also have a peek at some patterns that are on my radar as perfect minimalist/capsule wardrobe pieces. Show Sponsors: Alongside an eclectic yarn range, which includes Hazel Knits, Icelandic Lopi & CoopKnits, we stock a carefully chosen selection of needles and notions. We’ve also recently launched ‘hand dyed by meadowyarn’, our very own in-house, hand-dyed yarn range. Working in our tiny dye studio, nestled in the Suffolk countryside, we are able to indulge our love of colour, producing complex tonal, kettle-dyed shades across a range of weights and bases. With regular updates our collections evolve and grow, inspired by the landscape and people around us. AYS is a wool boutique specializing in hand dyed yarns and luxury fibres from around the world. You’ll always find a well curated collection of yarns and colors on the shelves and a friendly knowledgeable staff on hand. Some of our favorite brands include Hedgehog Fibres, SweetGeorgia Yarn, Julie Asselin, Shibui Knits and The Fibre Co. You can find A Yarn Story on Walcot Street in Bath or online at www.ayarnstory.co.uk Show Links: The Life Changing Magic of Tidying Book Curious Handmade Podcasts Ch 59: Talking Tidying with Paula of The Knitting Pipeline Use Less YouTube Channel Spark Joy Book Hollows by Melody Hoffmann Manderines Video Podcast Blacker Yarns Swan Falkland Islands 4 Ply Cave Point Shawl by Paula Emons-Fuessle Quince and Co. Chickadee Pappus Pullover by Midori Hirose Witching Hour Pullover by Renée Callahan

  This week on the podcast I'm all excited about my most recent FO, and already thinking about how many WIPs are going to make the cut and jet off to Australia with me for a holiday. (Spoiler alert: too many!) Show Sponsors: Alongside an eclectic yarn range, which includes Hazel Knits, Icelandic Lopi & CoopKnits, we stock a carefully chosen selection of needles and notions. We’ve also recently launched ‘hand dyed by meadowyarn’, our very own in-house, hand-dyed yarn range. Working in our tiny dye studio, nestled in the Suffolk countryside, we are able to indulge our love of colour, producing complex tonal, kettle-dyed shades across a range of weights and bases. With regular updates our collections evolve and grow, inspired by the landscape and people around us. AYS is a wool boutique specializing in hand dyed yarns and luxury fibres from around the world. You’ll always find a well curated collection of yarns and colors on the shelves and a friendly knowledgeable staff on hand. Some of our favorite brands include Hedgehog Fibres, SweetGeorgia Yarn, Julie Asselin, Shibui Knits and The Fibre Co. You can find A Yarn Story on Walcot Street in Bath or online at www.ayarnstory.co.uk Show Links: Like a Cloud by Joji Locatelli Cima by Shibui Silk Cloud by Shibui A Yarn Story Curious Handmade Ravelry Group The Shawl Society Season III Maytham Shawl  Ivy Over The Door Shawl  Since these are larger shawls this season, I have made the mini KAL deadlines for each mini KAL about 2 months apart instead of one! Maytham KAL ends 31 July Ivy Over The Door KAL ends 31 August 3rd shawl KAL ends 30 Sept 4th shawl KAL ends 31 Oct 5th shawl KAL ends 30 Nov 6th shawl KAL/Grand KAL end 31 Dec The Little Grey Girl The Little Grey Girl Instagram Pure Joy Shawl by Joji Locatelli Clio Pullover by Elizabeth Doherty Clark Socks by Jaclyn Salem Brynn & Co. Embroidery Simplicity 1108 Kimono Top Pattern