A Yarn Story

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Worn, Loved & Lived-In: Our End-of-Year Knitting Catch-Up

2025-12-2933:01

As we wrap up the year, Carmen and Susan settle in for a cosy, chatty final episode of the A Yarn Story Podcast. This one’s all about what we’re wearing, what we’re knitting, and the yarns we’ve been reaching for again and again. We chat through our recent makes, favourite textures, layering knits for real life, and the projects that have been living on (or off!) our needles. If you love relaxed knitting conversation, yarn talk, and honest reflections from two knitters who really wear their h...

What We’re Knitting Right Now & Honest Thoughts on Game of Wool

2025-12-1749:50

In this episode of the A Yarn Story Podcast, Carmen is joined by Helen, the newest member of the A Yarn Story team, for a relaxed, yarn-filled conversation about knitting, making, and life with wool. From what they’re wearing and what’s currently on the needles, to colourwork favourites, vintage-inspired knits and the joy (and chaos) of knitting plans, this episode is packed with real-life making chat. They also dive into an honest discussion about Game of Wool - what it gets right, what frus...

Game of Wool Review: Why Knitters Aren’t Impressed + Our Rhinebeck Recap

2025-11-1201:03:22

Carmen and Susan are back from Rhinebeck, but before diving into yarn hauls and sweaters, they’re spilling their thoughts on the new TV sensation A Game of Wool. Spoiler: it’s not quite the cosy knitting drama they hoped for. In this episode, they share honest reactions to the show that’s got the fibre world talking - from questionable costumes to script choices that missed the mark - before shifting gears into Rhinebeck magic, yarn purchases, and WIP chatter. Tune in to hear: ✅ What A Game o...

Ooey Gooey Cardigan, Rhinebeck Vests, Autumn KAL & Knitting Projects We Love

2025-08-2852:32

This episode of A Yarn Story is full of travel, projects, and community. Susan and Carmen share knitting adventures from Canada to Seattle’s Flock fiber festival, plus all the projects they finished and cast on: the Ooey Gooey Cardigan by Andrea Mowry, the True Veil Vest and Zephyr Tee by Samantha Guerin, and Rhinebeck prep with the Salmon Sweater and Nordic Bloom Cardigan by Caitlin Hunter. We chat steeking tips, tubular cast-on/off, cable tricks, and why community matters so much in the kni...

Big Changes at A Yarn Story: Rebrand Reveal, Wedding Recap & Fall KAL Plans

2025-08-0659:18

Welcome back to A Yarn Story! In this catch-up episode, Carmen and Kayleigh are back with wine in hand and lots to share — from a surprise yarn rebrand reveal, to Kayleigh’s ceilidh-filled wedding, to the launch of their next knit-along featuring Caitlin Hunter designs. They share behind-the-scenes insight on running the shop, favorite summer knits, and what’s inspiring them for autumn. If you’re into colorwork, community, or just want a laugh over yarn and wine, you’re in the right place. Ch...

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