Comments for Knit Science

Comment on Episode 7 - Leisure Knitting by KatieMexico24

Sun, 27 Jul 2008 02:38:49 +0000

The last blog i read didnt have as much info as this one ! Finally a good blog that has info worth reading . thx

Comment on Episode 23 - Textile Texas by madonnaearth

Fri, 25 Jul 2008 14:15:31 +0000

Oh, I forgot, a light for black yarn from Fleegle’s blog:

http://fleeglesblog.blogspot.com/2007/01/black-diamond-head-lamp.html

Comment on Episode 23 - Textile Texas by madonnaearth

Fri, 25 Jul 2008 14:09:57 +0000

Ha, at the pukey yellow. what I would do if I was you, I would sort of tack the pieces I have together with some straight pens, put on a nice black top, and try it on in broad daylight this weekend. This would give you some idea if you really are going to hate it or not. Maybe that will spur you on. lol

Comment on Episode 23 - Textile Texas by Diane W

Mon, 21 Jul 2008 02:45:01 +0000

Great podcast. I really enjoyed the history of Texas textiles.

Comment on Episode 22 - Got Tweed? by Thea

Tue, 10 Jun 2008 03:49:17 +0000

Hi Miriam Very nice to hear your podcast again! I have loved tweed sweaters and always include this yarn in my stash. Thanks for reminding me about its origin.

Comment on Episode 22 - Got Tweed? by Patty

Sat, 07 Jun 2008 02:24:36 +0000

Yay! I haven’t listened yet, but I am so excited to have a new KnitScience. I thought between work and parenthood, you just weren’t going to have time to do anymore. I’m not sure I have left a comment before, but KnitScience is my absolute top favorite knitting podcast. Thanks for another episode!

Comment on Episode 22 - Got Tweed? by Susan Lowell

Mon, 02 Jun 2008 14:31:17 +0000

You are a gifted podcaster! So worth waiting for. Of course, the munchkin did not disappoint in his story, most inviting. susan93940 on ravelry

Comment on Episode 22 - Got Tweed? by MagFly

Sun, 01 Jun 2008 20:58:48 +0000

Hi! I’ve been missing you

Comment on Episode 22 - Got Tweed? by Lise

Sun, 01 Jun 2008 16:15:46 +0000

I am so glad you are back!! I have missed the munchkin and his stories too!

Comment on Episode 21 - Find Your Mark by Mette

Sat, 19 Apr 2008 19:31:46 +0000

Hey, I just listened to episode 3 and 4 of your podcast, and wanted to listen more. Problem is, I can’t download them. Not from Itunes, and not from your podbeanpage. Hopefully there is a sulution to this, as I wish to listen more

Comment on Episode 21 - Find Your Mark by Sharon (UK)

Sat, 08 Mar 2008 14:01:18 +0000

Romy Cable Cardigan was previously published as ‘Silver Belle’ in Vogue Knitting Magazine, and there is a knitalong at: http://voguesilverbellekal.blogspot.com/

Comment on Episode 19 - What’s In The Coat? by Kathy

Wed, 23 Jan 2008 20:20:59 +0000

Thanks for the comparison on the needles. I didn’t know that the knit pics were the same coating as addi’s. I enjoy your podcast. Thanks! KC

Comment on Episode 20 - Knitting With Bamboo by Shevon

Thu, 17 Jan 2008 03:40:36 +0000

Hey!

I”m a big fan of the podcast. I love the science part, exploring the technicalities of knitting. It’s a chance for all of us to put our inner geek to good use.

As for what I’m excited about in 2008: socks. Original, I know. But they’re really portable, short projects with quick rewards and good for learning new techniques, and I know I can go into a yarn store, buy two skeins of sock yarn and at least make a pair. Most sock yarn is stash because you haven’t gotten to it yet, not because you have no idea what project to make with it!

In particular, I’m swatching right now for a pair of Arrrgyles from Moth Heaven, matching sets for hubby and me. He only gets a pair because he’s promised to show them off. He’s confident enough in his geekiness to do that.

-Shevon (aka KnitPirate on Ravelry)

Comment on Episode 20 - Knitting With Bamboo by Natalie

Wed, 16 Jan 2008 00:31:12 +0000

Hi, Miriam. Thanks for excellent info on Bamboo needles. In answer to this podcast’s question: My big project for the year is designing my own aran sweater. I bought Janet Szabo’s book “Aran Sweater Design” as a Christmas Gift for myself, and it’s quite a pleasure to read. I’ve purchased my Sierra Aran yarn from Elann in the “Thistle” color and I’m ready to start swatching. Keep up the great work.

Comment on Episode 19 - What’s In The Coat? by Natalie

Wed, 16 Jan 2008 00:25:22 +0000

Thanks for the excellent podcast! Sorry if i’m a little late on the question.

In answer to your question, I seem to like to use size 7 needles the best. This size needle and the accompanying yarn seem to knit up projects like sweaters at a good pace. I don’t like knitting with needles bigger than 11. I bought some Rowan Big Wool last year (and some size 19 needles). I was quite excited to finish the sweater quickly, but I discovered that using the big needles was a lot like using those gigantic crayons they gave us in kindergarten. I quit knitting the project for a while because it honestly made my hands hurt. I have rather small hands, so my experience in using these needles might be different from that of other folks.

Again, thanks for your hard work on the podcast. Your inquiries into the topics you look up help inspire me to do my own historical research on the knitting projects and styles I’m interested in tackling.

Comment on Episode 20 - Knitting With Bamboo by Joni

Tue, 15 Jan 2008 18:35:20 +0000

Dear Miriam,

I particularly enjoyed your podcast this week. I have a preference for the knitting podcasts which discuss patterns, so your segment on that topic was appealing.

I knitted a top using Rowan Summer Tweed last year. I did not find it as unpleasant as you did, but I don’t plan to use it again. Also, I consider the appellation “Summer Tweed” to be a misnomer; the sleeveless top I made with it is too hot to wear in warm weather, and at what other time would I put on a sleeveless top? Someone suggested using it as a vest, but it would look stupid. Good luck with your project, but consider yourself warned about the warmth.

Cheers, Joni, a regular listener

Comment on Episode 11 - Gauge Your Swatch by JRoKnits

Tue, 15 Jan 2008 15:26:29 +0000

Hi Miriam! I just wanted to tell you that this particular episode inspired me to properly swatch for 2 tops over the last weekend - I mean swatches that are actually bound off and will be kept! This is huge for me. I used to only do a swatch for as long as it took to give me a good approximation of gauge, then I’d rip it out and start my project. I hope that from now on, I will always see the gauge as a project unto itself and treat it with respect. I’ll probably be a lot happier with my knitting from now on! Thanks for all the great info!

Comment on Episode 20 - Knitting With Bamboo by Lise

Tue, 15 Jan 2008 15:02:18 +0000

I have to tell you that I LOVE your podcast. You are so informative and helpful. I love hearing about things from the ‘explained’ point of view. I like to know the ‘whys’ and ‘wherefores’ of things. Great job! keep it up!

Comment on Episode 20 - Knitting With Bamboo by Karent15

Sun, 13 Jan 2008 00:33:10 +0000

I really enjoyed your recent podcast. In answer to the question, “What’s next?” my answer is the following. I recently ordered Alice Starmore’s amazing book on Aran knitting and would like to knit one or more pieces from that. But I was also intrigued by the Harlot’s posts on the Kauni sweater, so that may be in the queue as well. I am easily inspired by what I see on the web, so this could all change in an instant!

Comment on Episode 20 - Knitting With Bamboo by Laura

Sat, 12 Jan 2008 20:01:28 +0000

HELLO! This is Laura. Just downloaded a couple of your podcasts on my new MP3 player and was astonished that I MIGHT be your first respondent. I am going to tackle denim yarn, which is a bit of a faith leap with the whole shrinking thing. I’m really going to do it, though. Planning on a rowan sweater and the ripple skirt both. Hmmm… just have to plan on blue hands for awhile. thanks for your scientific knitting! I’m loosethreads on ravelry, and still trying to get the hang of posting pics.