Knit.Spin.Cake

Hi everyone,Here are the show notes for episode 2.2 - Multicraftual!Just 1 more rowThere has been much more knitting this week and I am delighted to have finished 2 garments:Emma Top by Suzanne Muller: https://www.ravelry.com/projects/AuntieAipee/emma-topRipple Crop Top Worsted by Jessie Maed Designs: https://www.ravelry.com/projects/AuntieAipee/ripple-crop-top-worstedI am currently working on the Minna top by Suzanne Muller: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/minna-topand I encourage you to check out the wonderful patterns in Jessie Maed's Collection: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/sources/jessie-maed-designs/patternsCake and bakeThere has been a return to baking in the past few weeks and our house has been enjoying these amazing creations: https://bakingwithgranny.co.uk/recipe/coffee-kisses/If you don't already own my favorite baking book you can find out how to get it here: https://www.be-ro.co.ukBeing SewcialThere isn't as much sewing to report this week as I have been knitting and crocheting more but these are the things I have been working on:Miette skirt: https://shop.tillyandthebuttons.com/products/miette-digital you can see my version on Instagram @knitspincakeFace coverings: https://www.tillyandthebuttons.com/2020/05/how-to-make-diy-face-mask-with-video.htmlFifi Pyjamas: https://shop.tillyandthebuttons.com/products/fifi?variant=346371437Back to natureWe have quite a few adventures to talk about in back to nature this week, including Ashes Quarry, Hardwick Park, Tunstall Reservoir and Auckland Park!Loose EndsThis week Craig joins me again and we ramble our way through book, tv, movie and podcast recommendations including:I (Aimée ) am still reading Early Riser by Jasper Fforde and the Now Effect by Elisha GoldsteinCraig is still reading Dune and has been reading the Mindfulness of Breathing by Bhikkhu Analayo and you can find the guided meditations he mentions here: https://www.windhorsepublications.com/mindfulness-of-breathing-audio/Tv watching has been mostly Lucifer but we have recently binge-watched Defending Jacob, which was amazing! I am re-watching Smallville and Craig has just started Hunters, both can be found on Amazon Prime.Podcast recommendations for this week are Caithness Craft Collective: http://caithnesscraftcollective.podbean.com and the Psychology Podcast, in particular, this episode: https://scottbarrykaufman.com/podcast/cognitive-behavioral-therapy-made-simple-with-seth-gillihan/Craig watched a really long movie called Shadow.

Hi everyone,Here are the show notes for episode 2.2 - Multicraftual!Just 1 more rowThere hasn't been a huge amount of knitting in the past two weeks but there is some progress being made on the Emma top and a lot of pondering about what to make next!My Tiger King socks can be found here: https://www.ravelry.com/projects/AuntieAipee/tiger-king-socks Link to the yarn can be found in the show notes for episode 2.1Ballerina wrap top: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/ballerina-wrap-topJulie Twist top: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/julie-twistI love love love this yarn: https://www.stylecraft-yarns.co.uk/Naturals+Bamboo%2BCotton+DK/0_caea447_CAFA232.htmYarn FumesMy yarn fumes recommendation for this week is the beautiful Dusty yarn from Beehive Yarns - Beth's gorgeous yarns can be found here: https://www.beehiveyarns.com and she has 10% off for this Bank Holiday weekend only!Being SewcialDespite the lack of knitting, there has been quite a bit of sewing going on over the past few weeks...Stella Joggers by Tilly and the Buttons: https://www.tillyandthebuttons.com/2018/03/stretch-stella-hoodie-joggers-sewing-pattern.html Mine can be found on my Instagram account @knitspincakeFace coverings: https://www.tillyandthebuttons.com/2020/05/how-to-make-diy-face-mask-with-video.htmlEmbroidery kits by Hawthorne Handmade: https://www.hawthornhandmade.com/collections/embroidery-kits but I bought mine from Rosie at https://slipstitchldn.co.uk/collections/kitsFifi Pyjamas: https://shop.tillyandthebuttons.com/products/fifi?variant=3463714372Alexa Jumpsuit: https://shop.tillyandthebuttons.com/products/alexa-digitalPatternsy is the place you can get all your patterns printed onto A0 copyshop paper and they do a beautiful job! https://www.patternsy.comBralette advice from the wonderful Madalynne Intimates:Fitting Barrett: https://madalynne.com/5-tips-when-sewing-fitting-the-barrett-bralette/Plus size vs full bust: https://madalynne.com/plus-size-lingerie-versus-full-bust-lingerie-whats-the-difference/?goal=0_7d94c6bf1b-8a123c06ac-334224717&mc_cid=8a123c06ac&mc_eid=879979d912Adding foam: https://madalynne.com/how-to-add-foam-cups-to-the-barrett-bralette/?goal=0_7d94c6bf1b-8a123c06ac-334224717&mc_cid=8a123c06ac&mc_eid=879979d912Back to natureIn the back to nature segment this week come with me on a rambling journey around my local patch and enjoy the sounds of nature in spring!Loose EndsThis week Craig joins me again and we ramble our way through book, tv, movie and podcast recommendations including:I (Aimée ) am reading Early Riser by Jasper Fforde and the Now Effect by Elisha GoldsteinCraig is still reading Dune, despite not being able to remember if he has previously read it, and has also picked up The Compassionate Mind by Paul Gilbert. He mentions the foundation around this practice and it can be found here: https://www.compassionatemind.co.ukTv watching has been mostly Lucifer but Craig is also watching WestWorld whilst I am laughing my way through Russell Howard and Mum roadtrip re-runs!Podcast recommendation for this week is Shinybees and you can find out all about Jo and her fab podcast here: https://www.shinybees.com

Hi everyone and welcome back to Knit Spin Cake!!It is so good to be back podcasting after 5 years :D Here are this week's show notes:Just 1 more rowPrima Shawl by Shellie Andersonhttps://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/prima-2West Green Loft Yarnshttps://westgreenloftyarns.comEmma Top by Susan Mullerhttps://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/emma-top-2Wardrobe architect articleshttps://blog.colettehq.com/wardrobe-architectYarn FumesFab Funky Fibres https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/FabFunkyFibres   Being SewcialBarette Bralette https://madalynne.com/introducing-barrett-free-pdf-bralette-pattern/Jordy Bralette https://shop.emeralderin.com/products/jordy-bralette-pdf-sewing-patternRosemary wrap skirt https://sarkirsten.com/patterns/rosemary-wrapMoneta dress https://www.colettepatterns.com/catalog/monetaStella joggershttps://www.tillyandthebuttons.com/2018/03/stretch-stella-hoodie-joggers-sewing-pattern.htmlCake and bakeDolly bakes Aussie Crunchhttp://www.dollybakes.co.uk/2012/02/back-to-school-aussie-crunch.htmlLoose EndsBooks we are reading...Lord of the rings trilogy by J R R TolkienDune by Frank HerbertUnfrazzle by Stephanie LamThe Wild Remedy by Emma MitchellTV we are watching...Altered CarbonWestworldLuciferThe MandelorianParks and RecreationGreat British Sewing BeePodcasts we are listening to...Making Sense  https://samharris.org/podcast/ Fatman beyond https://www.smodcast.com/channel/fatmanbeyondRosie and Jessica's Day of Fun http://www.rosieandjessica.co.ukNo Such Thing as a Fish https://www.nosuchthingasafish.comSMA https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/sh-ged-married-annoyed/id1451489585