I Thought I Knew How: A Podcast about Knitting and Life18 Jan 2022

Episode 074: Silk

In this episode, census records, a visit to NYC, and a new pillowcase get Anne thinking about silk. She shares what she learned about what it is, where it comes from, and how it affects our fiber crafting, and invites you to share more!

Links to Things Mentioned in This Episode

First, I misspoke in the episode: alpha-keratin is the keratin found in mammals, not vertebrates. I do know that lizards and birds are vertebrates, too. I apologize for misspeaking!
The Rise of the US Silk Industry
Silk, the Queen of Fibers
Knitting with Silk Yarn
Top Tips for Knitting with Silk
How to Remove Sweat Stains from Silk Blouses
Sericulture
Raw Silk
Know Your Fiber: Tussah Silk
Muga Silk
Leizu
That Knitting Show on YouTube

Sponsors

Knit New Haven is running a Knit a Yoke Sweater KAL that will run until March 31. Get the details about how to join in, including your 15% off yarn discount, by visiting their Instagram post about the event!
Morehouse Farm has the guidance (and yarn) you need to knit a temperature blanket in 2022. Find everything you need to get started at their website!
WoolX is another favorite source of mine for 100% wool and wool-blend clothing. They carry clothing for men and women--everything you need from undies to outerwear. Check them out using this link, and if you decide to buy, you'll receive $20 off your order!

Music

The songs in this episode were "Mirage Song," by Sleeping Ghost and "Go Your Own Way," by Humans Win.

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Episode 130: Six Months Later...

Anne is back with an episode after 6 months away! Links to Things Mentioned in the Show The Shetland Hogmanay Box will go live in the SOK Shop on May 31 at 2 pm BST! Follow SOK: Shetland's Organisatio...

29 Maj 29min

Episode 129: SOK: Shetland's Organisation for Knitters

In this episode, Anne finally gets around to sharing what she's been working on behind the scenes, though it's so late in coming that most of you probably already know by now... Support SOK: Shetlan...

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Episode 128: The Game of Wool

In this episode, Anne shares a quick review of episode one of The Game of Wool. Find this new reality show on the Channel 4 website in the UK. American listeners, you'll have to wait or use nefario...

4 Nov 202516min

Episode 127: Shetland Hogmanay Box, Wool Events and Pellets

In this episode, Anne starts with all the details of this year's Shetland Hogmanay Box before diving into her experiences at the Connecticut and New Hampshire Sheep and Wool events and her trip to vol...

14 Maj 202547min

Episode 126: Steek Redux, Moth Protection, and a Farewell to Joann

In this episode, Anne follows up on the progress with "steek", ways to keep your yarn safe from moths--backed by experts!--and offers a bit of commentary on the loss of Joann stores. Links to Things ...

31 Mars 202540min

Episode 125: Gifts for Knitters

In this episode, Anne provides some guidance for those who are attempting to shop for a knitter this holiday season and walks them through the whats and whys. These show notes will be the longest ever...

27 Nov 202447min

Episode 124: Helen Robertson

Meet Helen Robertson this week on the podcast. Helen is a jewelry designer, knitting designer, and artist in Shetland. Her work celebrates nature, heritage, and Shetland, and frequently incorporates c...

23 Nov 20241h 25min

Episode 123: Joanna Hunter

Join Anne for a chat with knitwear designer Joanna Hunter! Grab your knitting and listen as Joanna shares her design process and experiences in the world of high fashion, film, and local commerce. Li...

30 Okt 202453min