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The Woolshit Podcast

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Rating
★★★★★
5
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4 reviews
This podcast has
81 episodes
Language
English
Publisher
Avid Knitters
Explicit
Yes
Date created
2023/10/09
Latest episode
2026/10/12
Average duration
50 min.
Release period
15 days

Description

Perfect listening while knittingLisa & Caroline are two European knitters living in South Australia that simply love knitwittering about their favourite hobby. Their Woolshit podcast is everything related to wool, yarn, knitting and crochet.Each episode is a compendium of knitting anecdotes, project discussions, knitting techniques and knitting in the news. If it's Woolshit, they'll be chatting about it.If you're also an avid knitter, you're bound to identify with many of the topics Lisa & Caroline discuss. You can visit their Instagram and Facebook pages to see exactly what they are knitwittering about and join in the conversation.The Woolshit Podcast contains no advertising or paid promotions. You can enjoy listening without interruptions. It's perfect listening while knitting!

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can you knit your way out of harmful habits? #knittinginthenews
2026/10/12
join us for Episode 1 of season 4 as we launch into the video era while happily remaining a great listen. This is a table top chat about all things knitting.  We start with our projects and digress into the knitting latest news and gossip. This week we talk about: our Fluff tops the #galsweater and #boxycardi @[email protected] We discuss construction bottom up knitting, difficult charts and more.We have buttons galore @maviscastlemaine  #opshop A crochet project is started from a lovely 1976 magazine #vintagewe join the Knitting for Olive debateShetland Wool week has come and gone.Knit for the girls  @threadandmaple @louielolayarns @grocerygirlsknitYarn Traders Dessert and Divas gig @yarntrader KNITTING IN THE NEWSMaximalist knitwearhttps://www.bbc.com/future/article/20260305-the-surprising-health-benefits-of-knittingPerfect listening while knitting.
How do you use stitch markers? Leave us a comment!!
2026/09/28
join us for fun and knitting, dont expect the video straight away.  reels will be available this week though.  I know, I know, I'm working on it.  The process will soon be perfected. This week we talk about: the Gal Sweater by @notadaywithoutknitting Seachange sweater by @knit.love.wool boxy cardigan @friday.knits Knitting books @annabauergbg @laerkebagger Stitch Markers @emmaball pot for stitch markers KNITTING IN THE NEWS  https://fashionunited.uk/news/fashion/the-knitwit-stable-aims-to-re-establish-dutch-wool-as-a-premium-raw-material/2026092390452 AI on Etsy new email address  [email protected] Perfect listening while knitting.
In defence of the 50g ball of yarn.
2026/09/14
join the conversation as we deliver our chickens into quarentine.  Hear their amazing back stories. our knits for the week are: Year of knits kid jumper with zip using scrap yarn. @witredesign #zips Jennifer Steingass seachange @knit.love.wool #bottomup #colourwork #invisibleincrease  Discussions on 50g balls of yarn and @Westknits new MKAL prices and possibilities. what it's like when 2 well known pattern designers from the same country put out virtually the same pattern.  How would you chose which one? Perfect listening while knitting.
21 century advertising for designers and knitters
2026/08/31
join the conversation with Caroline and Lisa, In this weeks episode. Shetland wool week second hat colours @shetlandwoolweek #hatssummer top from #fieldnotes by @olgaputanodesigns yarn @adagiomillsJennifer Steingass @knit.love.wool #seachanges @bendigowoollenmills#millipedes #adelaidehills@eweknits new book   designers and advertisingEmotional support chicken competition @yarntraderEveryone should get gifts delivered while podcasting Knitting in the news https://rangestrader.mailcommunity.com.au/news/2026-08-19/knitting-warmth-for-ukraine/ Perfect listening while knitting.
Should patterns specify that they are for right handed people?
2026/08/17
Join us as we try and talk about knitting topics before we talk about our own knitting!! should designers create left handed patterns #diversity /comment by Sherrenscott started the conversation.  Thanks SherrenShetland wool week hat, colour combination issue.  Do you think our hats are misapproprations or just the scrabble versions ?Emotional support chicken support groupExhibition of Liz Newman Knitting by @the_amanda_blair'This knitwear obsession of mine started many years ago and has culminated in this exhibition which has been made possible by the skills and talents of the Handknitters Guild of which I’m proudly Patron. Liz Newman is an 80’s fashion icon and bringing these knits back to life and back to prominence has been a great joy . Please take a trip up to the hills sometime in August for SALA month and immerse yourself in some 80’s fashion knitwear.' AMANDA BLAIRWearing holes in socks just in certain places/  The Art of knit Wear Repair by Mintu Wikberg @pawlymade rafia pot and jeans tote.  Caroline's never ending talentsKNITTING IN THE NEWS Knitting machines to be given out to vulnerable women https://www.siasat.com/telangana-to-distribute-1-19-lakh-knitting-machines-to-bc-women-3523980/ Perfect listening while knitting.
Are pattern designers fairly compensated? Should yarn manufacturers pay them? 🤣😂
2026/08/10
Join us in our laughter and fun as we talk about. #alpineeverlasting @brianaarlene  @circustonichandmade #Greatyokeconstruction sliding strands for knitting doubleFire at Port Adelaide @yarntraderEstonian Workshop with @aleksbyrd #ladderbackjaquard@shetlandwoolweek hat#emotionalsupportchicken competition @yarntrader@sanna_and_co #Snowgum @lainemagazineThumb disease management planKnitting in the news https://thespinoff.co.nz/society/02-08-2026/i-felt-sick-how-one-dunedin-knitting-group-fell-foul-of-the-law COMMENT FROM MARGARET  -Thanks Margaret, started a great discussion Regarding selling patterns as kits, the designers doing that are trying to right a wrong which is that yarn manufacturers don't share any part of their profit with those who are driving their sales, knit designers.  And knitters don't want to directly compensate designers by paying a fair price for all the work that goes into a pattern. Perfect listening while knitting.
What if a copycat pattern is better than the original?
2026/07/27
We're back from our break.  Join us to catch up on all things knitting.  Show notes are a mystery this week!! Perfect listening while knitting.
Garments too big or too small (clue, no swatching) Who is in your knitting group?
2026/06/22
Join us for this very jolly episode. talking about our latest knits.  one too big the other too small.#vikingknits #3swords  #ayearofknits @circustonichandmademaking your garment/sleeves shorter after you've knitted them too long. swatching for the correct size.dog sweater  #hiddenincreasesknitters hand stablisers.  knitting back instead of purling.purchasing a book and some @erikaknight yarnAI generated pictures plus commentsGroups in knittingSwedish twine knitting Louise Tilbrook isms in knitting. KNITTING IN THE NEWS https://www.harboroughmail.co.uk/your-world/the-knitted-bible-exhibition-is-coming-to-town-8690376 COMMENTS   doing a float of 10 stitches.   Perfect listening while knitting.
Tips for dealing with bulky garments and twisty sleeves
2026/06/08
Starting today's episode with an uplifting Tony Story. the many sleeved story of the Viking knit #3swords.Fabulous #nordicbloom @boylandknitworksKnitting blook club #chapterandskeing @yarntrader @circustonichandmade #tenderfoot #aknittersyearDrapy garments, whats the secret of knitting with plant based yarn (don't listen for an answer it's just one of carolines  bug bares ) @sanna_co getting more glow in the dark @Vikingyarn COMMENTS using the q function on ravrly lots of idea's for dealing with twisting on bulky knits.  #ideas #communityengagementKNITTING IN THE NEWS a designers starts to sell her designs in kit form only @lauradalgaard #nordicmix Perfect listening while knitting.
Does the world (or at least Europe) knit in English?
2026/05/25
Back to our regular time drop which means another episode in one week!! You'd think we wouldn't have anything to chat about, how wrong can you be. This week we chat about: @boylandknitworks #nordicbloom#Viking Knits #3swordsRemebering where you've seen a good idea.  How do you manage your knitting listSwedish workshop will have Cake!! #headband #swedenDoe Europeans Knit using english knitting words@yarntrader the Chapter and Skein Knitting book club  #australianaccentsKNITTING IN THE NEWSworkshop at the library gives away patternsCOMMENTS Margaret, MLaktinPerfect listening while knitting.
Wonderwool -how to spend big at a yarn show ( Spoiler - use pounds and then convert them to aussie dollars)
2026/05/18
This week we natter on about : Wonderwool Wales: finding the ideal wool at the begining of the show stall holders helping to find the right yarn for a project #nordicbloom @boylandknitworks @riverknitsuk @garthenor @jarussell87 #fabuousbags @needleandfeather #adventpattern #giftsforfriends @muffincer We talk about the anglesea top @sanna_and_co @bonnies_daughter raffia bowls @raffiaandtwine Comments from Pippi, Margaret and Lisa Jones KNITTING IN THE NEWS @dotpebbles_knits and her frogs influencers asking for free stuff @restisentertainment @goalhangerhq Perfect listening while knitting.
Copyright v Contract a knitting conundrum
2026/04/27
Join us for all things knitting.  @petiteknit#sundaysweatermohairedition @sanna_and_co Wraps per inchWonderwool WalesPatterns in a book v single purchase patterns.We have a great discussion about copyright and contract.  When is knitting general use and when is it art?Who owns the final knitted product.KNITTING IN THE NEWS a new way to hold your yarn. Perfect listening while knitting.
What makes a pattern Popular - inspiration by Nordicknitting
2026/04/13
Welcome to the podcast,  I want to thank @nordicknittingpodcast for this weeks inspiration. Acts of kindnessThe speed we knitted our @petiteknit sweaters,knitting necklines,  knitting sleevesv#twoinone or #single sleeve. Double yarn v Single Yarn @needleandfeather  inspirational blanket knit.WHAT MAKES A PATTERN POPULAR@laine_magazine  how patterns get in front of purchasers.   Before the internet and today. @sanna_and_co  #angleseatopKNITTING IN THE NEWScut your screentime in half by learning to knit. https://10best.usatoday.com/lifestyle/knitting-for-beginners-guide/ JOKE Today there's been another gruesome murder by the killer that police have nicknamed "The knitting needles killer" Police fear he may be working to a pattern Perfect listening while knitting.
Magic Loop or Magic Circle Knitting is all magic.
2026/03/30
Join our hilariously fun episode where we talk about: our experience at the two in one sock workshop. @yarntrader @jac1960  #magicloop #magiccirclethe Shizen jumper by @eritml  using @bonnies_daughter and  doing the sleeves using the new technique.International Local Yarn shop day @circustonichandmade  colour matching for a project.@nimble_knits #dianainthewoods mystery knitButtons more expensive than petrol!When your mother DOES listen to the podcast.COMMENTS Please reply if we mention you in the comments.  I didn't have any official titles this week. annoying adverts on other podcasts (not knitting podcasts of course)KNITTING IN THE NEWS @knitmeshtechnologies - knit your own anti drone armoury  https://www.knittingindustry.com/knitmesh-to-showcase-antidrone-mesh/https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/movies/movie-news/ryan-gosling-project-hail-mary-curling-cardigan-1236544487/The curse of the love jumper https://www.hemtrevligt.se/handarbete/skrock-stickning/1621036 Perfect listening while knitting.
Are yarn shows all the same? The Great Yarn show spin
2026/03/16
Welcome to a new episode.  Join us while we knitwit about knitting projects and yarn shows. This week we talk about: Test knit for @sanna_and_co  no secrets are revealed in the making of this podcast!!Steeking, good steeking yarn, button band before or after steekTutorial by @purl_togethertubular cast off.tubular cast on 2 different ways @ysoldaTeague#Shezen by @eritml yarn by bonnies_daughter Cables yarn by @olliesgirls SPOILER I can't do it!! pattern by @petiteknitYARN SHOW ROUND UPThe things we loved and the things we didnt.   Finding an amazing new yarn dyer.Seeing well loved stores.The Woolshit Podcast on a panel!Industry awards,  who is the industry?  @fibrefeast   Thanks @auscroke for helping out.@chriscreations04@rafiaandtwine@knitproeu@kathysfibres@australianyarnshow@louielola @skein.machine@bonnies_daughter @yarntrader @knittingforolive@gemma747748 @australianwoolshop #australian No time for knitting in the news No time for comments but thanks everyone for chiming in. Perfect listening while knitting.

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★★★★★
Holly Toasty 2026/01/02
Lovely Ladies
Just recently found your podcast, and am working my way through the back catalog. You sound very sweet and funny, I’m very much enjoying the quips and...
★★★★★
Shellmarb 2025/05/02
So glad I found this!
You guys are so cute! I’ve only listened to a few episodes but they are great. I’m also a Stephen West fan so listening to you as you’re doing his m...
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