Gravel Knits
By Gravel Knits
Gravel KnitsDec 05, 2023
Episode 79: Fast and Easy knitting projects-Reviewed!
Episode Number: 79
Record date: 11/20/23
Publish Date: 12/5/23
Edited by: Caitlyn
I'm Caitlyn and my pronouns are: She, Her, & Hers
I’m Kelsi and my pronouns are: She, Her, & Hers
Beverages!
Iowa and Texas!
Shiner Holiday Cheer! Shiner Brewery
Joppy Squirrel Sour from Lua Brewing
What have you been listening to?
Into every generation a Slayer is Born by Evan Ross Katz
What’s Brewing (Current projects/ cast ons)
Kelsi:
Syrah
https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/syrah-7
Tricot Designs MCL
Marie-Christine Lévesque
Ship Shape Heidi Kirmaier
https://www.lovecrafts.com/en-us/p/ship-shape-knitting-pattern-by-heidi-kirrmaier
SOCATOAH Socks
Sarah Jordan (PA KnitWit)
Hoodiesaurus Little Theorm
Spinning!!!
Radnor from Southern Cross Fibre
4 ply on my e-spinner
Caitlyn:
Hemisphere by Lynnette Hulse
Worsted weight double knit hat of the world!
Using Cloudborn yarn (discontinued)
http://vintagenettles.net/hemisphere-double-knitting-hat-pattern/
Abraço by Filipa Carneiro
Needles: US 6 - 4.0 mm
Yarns: Lion Brand LB Collection Merino Camel Colorway: 174 Olive
Plymouth Yarn Cammello Merino Colorway: 21
EDDA Bag 2.0 by Susanne Müller
Sunflower Prayers Potholder by Donielle Oliver Showvay
Yarn Lily Sugar'n Cream Solids & Denim
https://www.ravelry.com/projects/CaitlynNLloyd/sunflower-prayers-potholder
https://knittingcoachblog.com/
What's on tap (FOs)
Caitlyn:
Thanksgiving socks held triple?
Thanksgiving Socks by Summer Lee
New hat! cast on 94 stitches, added to more in the body of the hat and spiral decrease for the top!
What’s Hopping
Kelsi:
New Full suspension mountain bike
Topic:
Knitting Projects "easy/fast"
Find us
You can find us on facebook at: Gravel Knits
Instagram and Untappd as: GravelKnits
Our Website is: GravelKnits.com
You can email us at: gravelknits@gmail.com
Kelsi
Ravelry & Instagram: BikesBrewsEwes
Untappd: kelsij
Caitlyn
Ravelry & Instagram: CaitlynNLloyd
instagram: CaitlynKnitsandBikes
Please message us to let us know what you would like us to talk about! And we would love to hear what you think about the show. If you like the podcast-please share it with a friend!
Episode 78: You are a talented crafter!
Episode 78: You are a talented crafter!
Record date: 10/18/23
Publish Date: 11/28/23
Edited by: Caitlyn
Dranks
Nebraska!
The Rambler - West Coast Style IPA - Kinkaider Brewing Company
Cropduster - Thunderhead Brewing Company - Mid-American IPA
Toasts (Shout Outs):
Shout out to Jean Gross
She will be teaching at the Threads and Fiber Festival November 18-19
Franklin Jr High
4801 Franklin Ave
Des Moines, IA
Sat 9-4 Sun 9-3:30
What have you been listening to?
Bike talk with Dave!
What’s Brewing (Current projects/ cast ons)
Kelsi:
Syrah
https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/syrah-7
Tricot Designs MCL
Marie-Christine Lévesque
Ship Shape
Heidi Kirmaier
https://www.lovecrafts.com/en-us/p/ship-shape-knitting-pattern-by-heidi-kirrmaier
SOCATOAH Socks
Sarah Jordan (PA KnitWit)
Love Note
Australian Wool - Jans Yarn Barn
Spinning!!!
Radnor from Southern Cross Fibre
4 ply on my e-spinner
Caitlyn:
Hemisphere by Lynnette Hulse
Worsted weight double knit hat of the world!
Using Cloudborn yarn (disconintued)
http://vintagenettles.net/hemisphere-double-knitting-hat-pattern/
Abraço by Filipa
Carneiro
Needles: US 6 - 4.0 mm
Yarns: Lion Brand LB Collection Merino Camel Colorway: 174 Olive
Plymouth Yarn Cammello Merino Colorway: 21
Thicksgiving socks held triple!
Thicksgiving Socks by Summer Lee
EDDA Bag 2.0 by Susanne Müller
Sunflower Prayers Potholder by Donielle Oliver Showvay
Yarn Lily Sugar'n Cream Solids & Denim
https://www.ravelry.com/projects/CaitlynNLloyd/sunflower-prayers-potholder
https://knittingcoachblog.com/
What's on tap (FOs)
Caitlyn:
Finished the dishcloth on my fat bike so I started a Halloween one with orange and black!
What’s Hopping (Stash Enhancements/Yarn collecting)
Kelsi:
Maddie Yarns
Caitlyn:
Maddie Yarn!!!!!
Mushroom themed yarn
Topic:
What Knitting means to you!
Find us
You can find us on facebook at: Gravel Knits
Instagram and Untappd as: GravelKnits
Our Website is: GravelKnits.com
You can email us at: gravelknits@gmail.com
Kelsi
Ravelry & Instagram: BikesBrewsEwes
Untappd: kelsij
Caitlyn
Ravelry & Instagram: CaitlynNLloyd
instagram: CaitlynKnitsandBikes
Please message us to let us know what you would like us to talk about! And we would love to hear what you think about the show. If you like the podcast-please share it with a friend!
Disclaimer
Gravel Knits believes everyone deserves to be included and loved regardless of who you love, beliefs, color, size, your gender, or whatever else makes you you. Please keep in mind that we are human and while we are trying to educate ourselves there is always more to learn and any critiques are deeply appreciated.
Episode 77: Q3 prizes and gag reel
Q3 prize winner announcement and the first Gravel Knit Gag Reel!
Enjoy and thank you for listening!
You can find us on facebook at: Gravel Knits
Instagram and Untappd as: GravelKnits
Our Website is: GravelKnits.com
You can email us at: gravelknits@gmail.com
Kelsi
Ravelry & Instagram: BikesBrewsEwesUntappd: kelsij
Caitlyn
Ravelry & Instagram: CaitlynNLloydinstagram: CaitlynKnitsandBikes
Please message us to let us know what you would like us to talk about! And we would love to hear what you think about the show. If you like the podcast-please share it with a friend!
Gravel Knits believes everyone deserves to be included and loved regardless of who you love, beliefs, color, size, your gender, or whatever else makes you you. Please keep in mind that we are human and while we are trying to educate ourselves there is always more to learn and any critiques are deeply appreciated.
Episode 76: Running a gravel race
Episode 76: Running a gravel race
Record date: 9/13/23
Edited by: Caitlyn
Dranks
Surly - One Man Mosh Pit
Brightside Ale Works - A wonderful pie
Announcements and Gravel Knits Events
Year Long Fiber Challenge
Submission Form - New for 2023!
#gkgrowmal
Jan 15c2023-Jan 15, 2024
2023 MALs!
We will continue to go head to head for the stein
Stein if participate in all 4 get an entry
Q1 Do something new for you - "New Year New Skills" (Jan-Mar) (april15)
Q2 Expand your knowledge on a skill - "Grow Your Skills" (Apr 1-July 15)
Q3 Follow a pattern from a designer you haven't tried before (July-Sept)
Q4 Finishing up loose ends (Oct-Dec)
What have you been listening to?
Wiser than me (Julia Louis-Dreyfus)
Kelsi recommended!
What’s Brewing (Current projects/ cast ons)
Kelsi:
Syrah
https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/syrah-7
Tricot Designs MCL
Marie-Christine Lévesque
Ship Shape Heidi Kirmaier
https://www.lovecrafts.com/en-us/p/ship-shape-knitting-pattern-by-heidi-kirrmaier
SOCATOAH Socks
Sarah Jordan (PA KnitWit)
Spinning!!!
Radnor from Southern Cross Fibre
4 ply on my e-spinner
Caitlyn:
Abraço by Filipa Carneiro
Needles: US 6 - 4.0 mm
Yarns: Lion Brand LB Collection Merino Camel Colorway: 174 Olive
Plymouth Yarn Cammello Merino Colorway: 21
Thicksgiving socks held triple?
started working with the yarn I recycled from 2nd hand sweaters seems like the gauge isn't what I'm wanting so I'm going to add purple!
new bag!
What's on tap (FOs)
Kelsi:
Bristlecone Hat Amber Platzer Corcoran
https://fancytigercrafts.com/products/bristlecone-free-pattern
Caitlyn:
Stripes Hat
I made this up! cast on 100 stitches colorwork hat our of chroma twist (worsted weight)
I posted this on instagram, since I made it up there isn't really a pattern...yet?
Stripes Dishcloth!
I forgot how fun it can be to just add stripes.
Garter and Lace Market Bag
https://www.ravelry.com/projects/CaitlynNLloyd/garter-and-lace-market-bag
Yarn Lily Sugar'n Cream Ombres
Colorway 228 Natural ombre
What’s Hopping (Stash Enhancements/Yarn collecting)
Kelsi:
Fibernymph Dye Works
A Whimsical Wood
Caitlyn:
Birthday handspun from Kelsi!
132 wraps x 58 inches
Hangovers (Knitting Disasters)
Caitlyn:
Test knit fails
tea incident and then caking and then frogging
Topic:
Running a bike event!
Find us
You can find us on facebook at: Gravel Knits
Instagram and Untappd as: GravelKnits
Our Website is: GravelKnits.com
You can email us at: gravelknits@gmail.com
Kelsi
Ravelry & Instagram: BikesBrewsEwes
Untappd: kelsij
Caitlyn
Ravelry & Instagram: CaitlynNLloyd
instagram: CaitlynKnitsandBikes
Please message us to let us know what you would like us to talk about! And we would love to hear what you think about the show. If you like the podcast-please share it with a friend!
Disclaimer
Gravel Knits believes everyone deserves to be included and loved regardless of who you love, beliefs, color, size, your gender, or whatever else makes you you. Please keep in mind that we are human and while we are trying to educate ourselves there is always more to learn and any critiques are deeply appreciated.
Episode 75: Ragbrai Packing Tips, our journey, and Information
Episode 75: Ragbrai Packing Tips, our journey, and Information
We have a special episode for everyone! @iowagravelproject and @bryandotlloyd join @caitlynknitsandbikes and @bikesbrewsewes for a Ragbrai focused episode!
We discuss our Ragbrai experiences along with tips to have your best Ragbrai!
We review beverages from Nebraska this week from @drinkbrickway including the Jalapeno Pineapple Pilsner!
Ragbrai -Registers Annual Great Brittish run across Ioea
Bad Boys - unique bagger team
Climate Brand for tents and blow up mattresses.
Charters -Pork Belly Charter 1,500 for the week
Mr. Pork Chop -pork chops and sassy frozen lemonade
Beekamns rolled ice cream
Support the towns too!
Iowa Craft Beer Tent Bus
Gezellig Brewing Co
https://www.allbodiesonbikes.com/about
All Bodies on Bikes
Karras Loop (John Karras co-founder of Ragbrai)
$5 Jerseys!
Drunk Brian
Enjoy!
Don't forget to support us on Patreon!
Episode 74: Half way there
Record date: 7/12/23
Edited by: Caitlyn
Dranks
No Coast
Grainspotting IndiaPale Lager
Announcements and Gravel Knits Events
Year Long Fiber Challenge
Submission Form - New for 2023!
#gkgrowmal
2023 MALs!
We will continue to go head to head for the stein
Stein if participate in all 4 get an entry
Q1 Do something new for you - "New Year New Skills" (Jan-Mar) (april15)
Q2 Expand your knowledge on a skill - "Grow Your Skills" (Apr 1-July 15)
Q3 Follow a pattern from a designer you haven't tried before (July-Sept)
Q4 (Oct-Dec)
Toasts (Shout Outs):
CamelChops Bags
https://www.camelchopsgear.co.uk/
What have you been listening to?
gary_knits_gary_rides
What’s Brewing (Current projects/ cast ons)
Kelsi:
Syrah
https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/syrah-7
Tricot Designs MCL
Marie-Christine Lévesque
Ship Shape
Heidi Kirmaier
https://www.lovecrafts.com/en-us/p/ship-shape-knitting-pattern-by-heidi-kirrmaier
SOCATOAH Socks
Sarah Jordan (PA KnitWit)
Spinning!!!
Radnor from Southern Cross Fibre
4 ply on my e-spinner
Caitlyn:
Fleet Feet Socks by
Fatimah Hinds
Yarn: Comma Chameleon Yarn Co. Hardy Sock Colorway: You’re turning violet,
violet!
Needle: US 1½ - 2.5 mm
Sea Glass Tee by
Wool & Pine
Needles: US 3 - 3.25 mm & US 4 - 3.5 mm
MC: Victoria House Fibers Superwash Merino Yak Sock Yarn - ONYX - Superwash
Merino/Yak/Nylon 70/20/10
CC: Fibernymph Dyeworks advent yarn: Linnaeus– 70/20/10 SW Merino/Yak/Nylon,
Thanksgiving socks held triple?
started working with the yarn I recycled from 2nd hand sweaters
seems like the gauge isn't what I'm wanting so I'm going to add purple!
Thanksgiving Socks by Summer Lee
Garter and Lace Market Bag
https://www.ravelry.com/projects/CaitlynNLloyd/garter-and-lace-market-bag
Yarn Lily Sugar'n
Cream Ombres
Colorway 228 Natural ombre
Sunflower Prayers Potholder by Donielle Oliver Showvay
Yarn Lily Sugar'n Cream Solids & Denim
https://www.ravelry.com/projects/CaitlynNLloyd/sunflower-prayers-potholder
https://knittingcoachblog.com/
What's on tap (FOs)
Caitlyn:
Pi Hat
Winter Palette Pi
Mountain Tweed Merino DK
3.0 mm needle
https://www.fibernymphdyeworks.com/
https://www.ravelry.com/projects/CaitlynNLloyd/pi-hat
What’s Hopping (Stash Enhancements/Yarn collecting)
Caitlyn:
Three!
I visited a yarn store in DC!
https://www.loopedyarnworks.com/
Super fun! I got some needle savers and two matching skeins of Punkrock Unicorn yarn
Bridesmaid Gift Yarn from Leah
Blue Heron Knittery, LLC in Decorah, IA
Ella Rae Lace Merino (Fingering)
Araucania -Aran superwash merino
Maddy Yarn!!!
Watts Yarn form her patreon!
Topic:
Christmas is coming!!!
Find us
You can find us on facebook at: Gravel Knits
Instagram and Untappd as: GravelKnits
Our Website is: GravelKnits.com
You can email us at: gravelknits@gmail.com
Kelsi
Ravelry & Instagram: BikesBrewsEwes
Untappd: kelsij
Caitlyn
Ravelry & Instagram: CaitlynNLloyd
instagram: CaitlynKnitsandBikes
Please message us to let us know what you would like us to talk about! And we would love to hear what you think about the show. If you like the podcast-please share it with a friend!
Episode 73: Gifted Yarn Stash
Episode Number: 73
Record date: 6/19/23
Publish Date: 8/1/23
Edited by: Caitlyn
Dranks
Beverages!
Colorado!
Great Divide Brewery
Roadie Graperfruit Radler
Hop on the Haze Bus with simcoe, mosaic & citra hops Double India Pale Ale by Toppling Golliath
Announcements and Gravel Knits Events
Year Long Fiber Challenge
Submission Form - New for 2023!
#gkgrowmal
2023 MALs!
We will continue to go head to head for the stein
Stein if participate in all 4 get an entry
Q1 Do something new for you - "New Year New Skills" (Jan-Mar) (april15)
Q2 Expand your knowledge on a skill - "Grow Your Skills" (Apr 1-July 15)
Q3 Follow a pattern from a designer you haven't tried before (July-Sept)
Q4 (Oct-Dec)
What have you been listening to?
Please fast forward if this is harmful to listen to
We have this section to help support and promote others but not to promote a podcast that is okay with promoting transphobic agendas.
What’s Brewing (Current projects/ cast ons)
Kelsi:
Syrah
https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/syrah-7
Tricot Designs MCL
Marie-Christine Lévesque
Ship Shape
Heidi Kirmaier
https://www.lovecrafts.com/en-us/p/ship-shape-knitting-pattern-by-heidi-kirrmaier
SOCATOAH Socks
Sarah Jordan (PA KnitWit)
Spinning!!!
Radnor from Southern Cross Fibre
4 ply on my e-spinner
Caitlyn:
Fleet Feet Socks by
Fatimah Hinds
Yarn: Comma Chameleon Yarn Co. Hardy Sock Colorway: You’re turning violet,
violet!
Needle: US 1½ - 2.5 mm
Abraço by Filipa
Carneiro
Needles: US 6 - 4.0 mm
Yarns: Lion Brand LB Collection Merino Camel Colorway: 174 Olive
Plymouth Yarn Cammello Merino Colorway: 21
Pi Hat
Winter Palette Pi
Mountain Tweed Merino DK
3.0 mm needle
https://www.fibernymphdyeworks.com/
https://www.ravelry.com/projects/CaitlynNLloyd/pi-hat
What's on tap (FOs)
Caitlyn:
Traditional Dishcloth Scrubby on gravel bike
https://www.ravelry.com/projects/CaitlynNLloyd/traditional-dishcloth-18
Soap Savor
Garter Trick
Lilly sugar and cream Freshly Pressed Ombre
https://www.ravelry.com/projects/CaitlynNLloyd/soap-saver
Undergarments bag 3!
Needles US 6 - 4.0 mm US 6 - 4.0 mm
combination of scraps knit picks twist and lion brand re-up in blue green and white
https://www.ravelry.com/projects/CaitlynNLloyd/undergarments-bag-3
Perfect Worsted Weight Socks by Twin Stitches Designs
US 6 - 4 MM Lion Brand Anya Colorway Trick or Treat
https://twinstitchesdesigns.com/
Any Size Wool Soaker Test Knit
Needle US 00 - 1.75
mm US 2 - 2.75 mm
Yarn Knit Picks Upcycle Reserve 100% Wool Worsted Colorway 28474 Azul
Topic:
Kelsi's Gift Stash
Bike Stuff
KJ - So Caitlyn, what have you learned biking this week?
Caitlyn
bike pumps for tiny tires!
Kelsi
Heather Poskevich - RAAM Racer
UBFM
Find us
You can find us on facebook at: Gravel Knits
Instagram and Untappd as: GravelKnits
Our Website is: GravelKnits.com
You can email us at: gravelknits@gmail.com
Kelsi
Ravelry & Instagram: BikesBrewsEwes
Untappd: kelsij
Caitlyn
Ravelry & Instagram: CaitlynNLloyd
instagram: CaitlynNLloydKnitsandBikes
Please message us to let us know what you would like us to talk about! And we would love to hear what you think about the show. If you like the podcast-please share it with a friend!
Disclaimer
Gravel Knits believes everyone deserves to be included and loved regardless of who you love, beliefs, color, size, your gender, or whatever else makes you, you. Please keep in mind that we are human and while we are trying to educate ourselves there is always more to learn and any critiques are deeply appreciated.
Episode 72: How to measure your yardage/meters for your projects
Episode 72: How to measure your yardage/meters for your projects
Episode Number: 72
Record date:
4/26/23
Publish Date: Next, Next Tuesday
5/2/23
Edited by:
Caitlyn
Beverages!
State or Iowa Brewery
Illinois!
Goose Island Brewery the 312 beers
312 Lemonade Shandy
312 Wheat Ale
312 Wheat Peach
Announcements and Gravel Knits Events
Year Long Fiber Challenge
Submission Form - New for 2023!
#gkgrowmal
2023 MALs!
We will continue to go head to head for the stein
Stein if participate in all 4 get an entry
Q1 Do something new for you - "New Year New Skills" (Jan-Mar) (april15)
Q2 Expand your knowledge on a skill - "Grow Your Skills" (Apr 1-July 15)
Q3 Follow a pattern from a designer you haven't tried before (July-Sept)
Q4 (Oct-Dec)
What's on tap (FOs)
Kelsi:
Sea swirl cowl??
Caitlyn:
Roar, a Dinosaur Hat
by Kate Oates
Cascade Yarns ® Cascade 220® Superwash colors 1951 and 261
https://kateoatesdesign.com/tot-toppers/roar-hat
Lobster Claw Bicycling Mittens
by Jana Falls
US 4 - 3.5 mm
Knit Picks Chroma Twist Worsted Weight
28510 Sedona
Instagram: janafalls
Stash Enhancements/Yarn collecting
Kelsi:
Maddy Yarn!
Caitlyn:
Quarter Stitch
Jenn and Caitlyn
Sugarplum Circus
3 skeind of dk superwash color: Deep Truth
5 different colors of fingering in Funhouse, Taurus, Aries, Sunny, and Gigawatts (Fun house is a one of a kind colorway) Gigawatts is highlghter green/yellow
Maddy Yarn!!!
Topic:
How to measure your yardage/meterage
Find us
You can find us on facebook at: Gravel Knits
Instagram and Untappd as: GravelKnits
Our Website is: GravelKnits.com
You can email us at: gravelknits@gmail.com
Kelsi
Ravelry & Instagram: BikesBrewsEwes
Untappd: kelsij
Caitlyn
Ravelry & Instagram: CaitlynNLloyd
instagram: CaitlynNLloydKnitsandBikes
Episode 71: Oddly Even, Feet Facts and Lots of Thoughts
Episode 71: Oddly Even, Feet Facts and Lots of Thoughts
Record date: 4/5/23
Edited by: Caitlyn
Beverages!
4 beer night!
Deschutes "Wowza Lo-Cal Hazy Pale Ale"
Lua and Blackstack Collaboration Milkshake Ale
Ther Worminator Double IPA by KCBC
Sierra Nevada Juicy little thing IPA hazy IPA
Year Long Fiber Challenge
Submission Form - New for 2023!
#gkgrowmal
2023 MALs!
We will continue to go head to head for the stein
Stein if participate in all 4 get an entry
Q1 Do something new for you - "New Year New Skills" (Jan-Mar) (april15)
Q2 Expand your knowledge on a skill - "Grow Your Skills" (Apr 1-July 15)
Q3 Follow a pattern from a designer you haven't tried before (July-Sept)
Q4 (Oct-Dec)
What’s Brewing
Kelsi:
Syrah
https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/syrah-7
Tricot Designs MCL
Marie-Christine Lévesque
expressionfiberarts.com/categories/patterns.html?sort=newest
Spinning!!!
Radnor from Southern Cross Fibre
4 ply on my e-spinner
Caitlyn:
Fleet Feet Socks by
Fatimah Hinds
Yarn: Comma Chameleon Yarn Co. Hardy Sock Colorway: You’re turning violet,
violet!
Needle: US 1½ - 2.5 mm
Abraço by Filipa
Carneiro
Needles: US 6 - 4.0 mm
Yarns: Lion Brand LB Collection Merino Camel Colorway: 174 Olive
Plymouth Yarn Cammello Merino Colorway: 21
What's on tap (FOs)
Caitlyn:
Megaliths Socks Test for Kino Knits
Needles: US 000 -
1.5 mm & US 00 - 1.75 mm
Yarn: Cascade Yarns ® Heritage Solids & Quatro Colorway: 5607 Red &
5632 Dark Plum & Cloudborn Fibers Merino Superwash Sock Twist Solids &
Heathers Colorway: Maize Heather
Find us
You can find us on facebook at: Gravel Knits
Instagram and Untappd as: GravelKnits
Our Website is: GravelKnits.com
You can email us at: gravelknits@gmail.com
Kelsi
Ravelry & Instagram: BikesBrewsEwes
Untappd: kelsij
Caitlyn
Ravelry & Instagram: CaitlynNLloyd
instagram: CaitlynNLloydKnitsandBikes
Please message us to let us know what you would like us to talk about! And we would love to hear what you think about the show. If you like the podcast-please share it with a friend!
Gravel Knits believes everyone deserves to be included and loved regardless of who you love, beliefs, color, size, your gender, or whatever else makes you you. Please keep in mind that we are human and while we are trying to educate ourselves there is always more to learn and any critiques are deeply appreciated.
Episode 70: A Light Squirt
Episode Number: 70
Record date: 3/15/23
Publish Date: 4/24/23
Edited by: Caitlyn
Dranks
Z Beers!
Exile Brewing Company - Zoltan
Back Pocket Brewery - Mental Freeze Cold IPA
Announcements
Year Long Fiber Challenge
Submission Form - New for 2023!
#gkgrowmal
2023 MALs!
We will continue to go head to head for the stein
Stein if participate in all 4 get an entry
Q1 Do something new for you - "New Year New Skills" (Jan-Mar) (april15)
Q2 Expand your knowledge on a skill - "Grow Your Skills" (Apr 1-July 15)
Q3 Follow a pattern from a designer you haven't tried before (July-Sept)
Q4 (Oct-Dec)
What have you been listening to?
Collage Creative with Amy Small
not on spotify
Amy is an experienced fiber enthusiast who interviews fellow fiber enthusiasts
What’s Brewing Current projects/ cast ons)
Kelsi:
Syrah
https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/syrah-7
Tricot Designs MCL
Marie-Christine Lévesque
Spinning!!!
Radnor from Southern Cross Fibre
4 ply on my e-spinner
Caitlyn:
Be Loving by Melissa Simpson
https://www.facebook.com/Dakineknits
Megaliths Socks Test for Kino Knits
Needles: US 000 -
1.5 mm & US 00 - 1.75 mm
Yarn: Cascade Yarns ® Heritage Solids & Quatro Colorway: 5607 Red &
5632 Dark Plum & Cloudborn Fibers Merino Superwash Sock Twist Solids &
Heathers Colorway: Maize Heather
Pattern: Frog and
Toad by Kristina Ingrid McGowan
Needle: US 1 - 2.25 mm
Yarn: various DK yarns I purchased a kit from Stranded by the Sea
#finishwithsoxtherapist
Stranded by the Sea Store Link
Birthday cast on! Outline Tank by Jessie Mae
Yarn: Malabrigo Yarn Sock Colorway: 870 Candombe
Birthday 2021 Cast On!
Fleet Feet Socks by
Fatimah Hinds
Yarn: Comma Chameleon Yarn Co. Hardy Sock Colorway: You’re turning violet,
violet!
needle: US 1½ - 2.5 mm
Ravelry Link
Abraço by Filipa
Carneiro
Needles: US 6 - 4.0 mm
Yarns: Lion Brand LB Collection Merino Camel Colorway: 174 Olive
Plymouth Yarn Cammello Merino Colorway: 21
FOs
Caitlyn:
West Side Market Bag
by Corrie Purdum
US 9 - 5.5 mm
Lion Brand Re-Up: 503 Saffron
My new walking and knitting project :-) My first knitted bag!
Topic:
Get to know us!
Bike Stuff
Kelsi PSA-Don’t forget your lights!
Find us
You can find us on facebook at: Gravel Knits
Instagram and Untappd as: GravelKnits
Our Website is: GravelKnits.com
You can email us at: gravelknits@gmail.com
Kelsi
Ravelry & Instagram: BikesBrewsEwes
Untappd: kelsij
Caitlyn
Ravelry & Instagram: CaitlynNLloyd
instagram: CaitlynNLloydKnitsandBikes
Episode 69: Y Beers
Record date: 3/1/23
Edited by: Bryan
Y Beers!
Singlespeed Brewing: Tricycle Cream Ale
Founders Brewing: Dirty Bastard (Scotch Sytle Ale)
https://trulyexperiences.com/blog/scotch-ale/
Announcements and Gravel Knits Events
Year Long Fiber Challenge
Submission Form - New for 2023!
#gkgrowmal
Jan 15 2023-Jan 15, 2024
2023 MALs!
We will continue to go head to head for the stein
Stein if participate in all 4 get an entry
Q1 Do something new for you - "New Year New Skills" (Jan-Mar)
Q2 Expand your knowledge on a skill - "Grow Your Skills" (Apr-June)
Q3 Follow a pattern from a designer you haven't tried before (July-Sept)
Q4 (Oct-Dec)
What have you been listening to?
Not Just Bikes (Youtube)
https://www.patreon.com/notjustbikes
Jason Slaughter
What’s Brewing Current projects/ cast ons)
Kelsi:
Syrah
https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/syrah-7
Tricot Designs MCL
Marie-Christine Lévesque
Spinning!!!
Radnor from Southern Cross Fibre
4 ply on my e-spinner
Caitlyn:
West Side Market Bag by Corrie Purdum
Be Loving by Melissa Simpson
Fleet Feet Socks by Fatimah Hinds
FOs
Caitlyn:
Tracy's Magic Gloves by Tracy Yorkdale
New Garden Yarns Backyard Garden Colorway eclipse
Cross Skull Cap by Kimberly Villareal
https://somebunnyslove.com/2009/12/adieu-to-2009/
My Baker's Hat by Emily Russell
https://www.instagram.com/em.knits/
Topic:
Knitting for Babies
Find us
You can find us on facebook at: Gravel Knits
Instagram and Untappd as: GravelKnits
Our Website is: GravelKnits.com
You can email us at: gravelknits@gmail.com
Kelsi
Ravelry & Instagram: BikesBrewsEwes
Untappd: kelsij
Caitlyn
Ravelry & Instagram: CaitlynNLloyd
instagram: CaitlynNLloydKnitsandBikes
Episode 68: Magic Phones and Feelings
Episode 68: Magic Phones and Feelings
Record date: 2/8/23
Publish Date: 2/27/23
Edited by:Caitlyn
X Beers!
Phase Three Brewing Company Pixel Density Lite India Pale Ale Citra
Announcements and Gravel Knits Events
Year Long Fiber Challenge
Submission Form - New for 2023!
#gravelknitsstash
2023 MALs!
We will continue to go head to head for the stein
Stein if participate in all 4 get an entry
Q1 Do something new for you - "New Year New Skills" (Jan-Mar)
Q2 Expand your knowledge on a skill - "Grow Your Skills" (Apr-June)
Q3 Follow a pattern from a designer you haven't tried before (July-Sept)
Q4 (Oct-Dec)
We made a top podcast list!
https://blog.feedspot.com/knitting_podcasts/
19th
What have you been listening to?
The Modern Wool podcast is hosted by Lydia Christiansen and explores modern topics, questions, and techniques affecting fiber farms, cottage mills, and discerning hand crafters. Follow along as we share the secrets we've learned along the way about sustainable, small batch wool.
Current projects/ cast ons
Kelsi:
Spinning!!!
Radnor from Southern Cross Fibre
4 ply on my e-spinner
Caitlyn:
West Side Market Bag by Corrie Purdum
US 9 - 5.5 mm
Lion Brand Re-Up: 503 Saffron
My new walking and knitting project :-) My first knitted bag!
Cross Skull Cap by Kimberly Villareal
https://somebunnyslove.com/2009/12/adieu-to-2009/
My Baker's Hat by Emily Russell
https://www.instagram.com/em.knits/
Be Loving by Melissa Simpson
https://www.facebook.com/Dakineknits
FOs
Kelsi:
Grass is Greener
Caitlyn:
Fraser Test Knit
Test for Knox Mountain Knit Co.
Malabrigo Rios in Ivy and White
Trail Hat, by Rachy Knits Test Knit
US 3 - 3.25 mm US 5 - 3.75 mm
Cascade Yarns ® Venezia Sport 179 Peacock Blue
Super fun rythem, 2 stitch cables fun single color/semi solid project
Find us
You can find us on facebook at: Gravel Knits
Instagram and Untappd as: GravelKnits
Our Website is: GravelKnits.com
You can email us at: gravelknits@gmail.com
Kelsi
Ravelry & Instagram: BikesBrewsEwes
Untappd: kelsij
Caitlyn
Ravelry & Instagram: CaitlynNLloyd
instagram: CaitlynNLloydKnitsandBikes
Episode 67: 27 Letters to the Alphabet
Record date: 1/11/23
Edited by: Kelsi
Dranks
W Beers!..again!
Space Camper Hyper Warp Black IPA from Boulevard
West O Vanilla Bean Coco Stour by west O
Announcements and Gravel Knits Events
Year Long Fiber Challenge
Submission Form - New for 2023!
#gravelknitsstash
Stash Challenge 2022 - Prize winners!
Stein Champion - Shannon
2nd - Emmarie - Handspun
3rd- Linda - Skein
4th Quarter - 1: Shannon - Notions 2: Missy - Stitch Marker
2023 MALs!
We will continue to go head to head for the stein
Stein if participate in all 4 get an entry
Q1 Do something new for you - "New Year New Skills"
Q2 Expand your knowledge on a skill - "Grow Your Skills"
What have you been listening to?
What’s Brewing
Kelsi:
Rainbrioche Blues #2 - 80 Stitches
Kelsi's Ravelry Link
By Katrin Schubert
Spinning!!!
Radnor from Southern Cross Fibre
4 ply on my e-spinner
*Next time I buy more fibre, I want it from David!
Listed as a Vulnerable breed by the Rare Breeds Survival Trust of the U.K.
Polwarth/Silk from Three Waters Farm
2 ply on my e-spinner
Sort of a Rainbow
Caitlyn:
Fraser Test Knit
Tracey’s magic gloves New Year's Cast On 2023
What's on tap (FOs)
Kelsi:
Watts Yarn Christmas Mini Mystery Box - Fiber
4 Days with different types of fiber for each day - 4 different colors
Look for the Rainbows
something.wonderful.studio on instagram
Merino/Nylon Rolag set
Azel Pullover
Cozy Cuffed Mitts
Karen Everitt
In my handspun - Rise and Shine on Falkland by Three Waters Farm
Caitlyn:
Megan Jane for Eric by Katie Pomper
MC Thuja and CC is 4065 (green)
It's so fun to be knitting a hat again!
What’s Hopping
Caitlyn:
Wats Yarn!!
Funfetti DK!
light blue tweed!!!!!! 2 Skeins!
3D Printed Lucet
Handle: No Handle
Handle: With Handle
Color: Silky Lavender
Topic:
Ideas for 2023!
Find us
You can find us on facebook at: Gravel Knits
Instagram and Untappd as: GravelKnits
Our Website is: GravelKnits.com
Kelsi
Ravelry & Instagram: BikesBrewsEwes
Untappd: kelsij
Caitlyn
Ravelry & Instagram: CaitlynNLloyd
instagram: CaitlynNLloydKnitsandBikes
Episode 66: W beers, Wonderful updates, & Winter Biking Gear
Record date: 12/26/22
Publish Date: 1/3/23
Edited by: Caitlyn
Dranks
W Beers!
Wonderful Pie by Brightside Aleworks
Santa's Choice by Brightside Aleworks
Announcements and Gravel Knits Events
2022 Year Long Fiber Challenge
#gravelknitsstash
2023 MALs!
Q1 Do something new for you
#gkgrowmal
What have you been listening to?
What’s Brewing
Kelsi:
https://www.ravelry.com/projects/bikesbrewsewes/azel-pullover
Caitlyn:
Megan Jane for Eric by Katie Pomper
MC Thuja and CC is 4065 (green)
Superhero Civil War Hats by Mrs Luedeke
US 2 - 2.75 mm
Pattern: Frog and Toad by Kristina Ingrid McGowan
Needle: US 1 - 2.25 mm
Yarn: various DK yarns I purchased a kit from Stranded by the Sea
#finishwithsoxtherapist
Stranded by the Sea Store Link
What's on tap (FOs)
Kelsi:
Bat Hat!
Joan Roe
Caitlyn:
Rybka (Wee Fishie) by Kino Knits x2
Topic:
Winter biking Gear!
Find us
You can find us on facebook at: Gravel Knits
Instagram and Untappd as: GravelKnits
Our Website is: GravelKnits.com
You can email us at: gravelknits@gmail.com
Kelsi
Ravelry & Instagram: BikesBrewsEwes
Untappd: kelsij
Caitlyn
Ravelry & Instagram: CaitlynNLloyd
instagram: CaitlynNLloydKnitsandBikes
Episode 65: The Everlasting Surprise Hangover
Episode 64: All About Us
Episode 64: All About Us
Record date:
11/21/22
Edited by:
Caitlyn
Dranks
U Beers!
Union Jack IPA from Firestone Walker Brewing Company
Uncommon Stout by Bent River Brewing Co
Announcements
Year Long Fiber Challenge
#gravelknitsstash
What have you been listening to?
KAYLEIGH and BRIAN
Maried couple, Kayleigh is a knitter Brian is not-the bio on their website is pretty cute
Two perspectives good info fun banter
What’s Brewing Current projects/ cast ons)
Kelsi:
Kerin Dimeler-Laurence
Knit Picks - Brava Sport, Pastel Rainbow
Kelsi's Ravelry Project
Granny Square Object/Blanket
Spinning!
Southern Cross Fibers - Turtle on polwarth and some TWF on polwarth/silk blend
Combo Spin
Caitlyn:
In light of everything going on with Ravelry-any new projects I put in the notes I'll be looking for pattern links outside of ravelry. If you would like to see my project specifically check out my instagram or message me!
Sockhead Cowl by Kelly McClure
Yarn: Dream in Color Smooshy with Cashmere Colorway: 2021 October
Piratnisselue / Pirate Santa hat by MaBe
2.25 mm for ribbing 3.5 for the rest
Mad Tosh DK in Charcoal is great!
I couln't find this pattern anywhere except ravelry-but MayBe's instagram is MoodsofMabe
Garter Squish by Stephen West
Needles: US 15 - 10.0 mm 60 inches - 152 cms
Yarn: Hoping to get through as much of my Red Heart and random acrylic stash
What's on tap (FOs)
Kelsi:
Beer Hats!!!
Find us
You can find us on facebook at: Gravel Knits
Instagram and Untappd as: GravelKnits
Our Website is: GravelKnits.com
You can email us at: gravelknits@gmail.com
Kelsi
Ravelry & Instagram: BikesBrewsEwes
Untappd: kelsij
Caitlyn
Ravelry & Instagram: CaitlynNLloyd
instagram: CaitlynLloydKnitsandBikes
Episode 63: The Great Blanket Race Begins
Record date: 11/7/22
Edited by:
Kelsi
Dranks
T Beers!
Toppling Goliath Holidotz
Lion Bridge - TMAVÝ LEŽÁK
"Tuh-MAH-vee LAY-zahk"
Announcements and Gravel Knits Events
Year Long Fiber Challenge
#gravelknitsstash
What have you been listening to?
What’s Brewing Current projects/ cast ons)
Kelsi:
Kerin Dimeler-Laurence
Knit Picks - Brava Sport, Pastel Rainbow
Kelsi's Ravelry Project
Granny Square Object/Blanket
Spinning!
Southern Cross Fibers - Turtle on polwarth and some TWF on polwarth/silk blend
Combo Spin
Caitlyn:
West Side Market Bag by Corrie Purdum
Ravelry Link
Megan Jane for Eric by Katie Pomper
http://thepompknits.com/
Garter Squish by Stephen West
Abraço by Filipa Carneiro
Ravelry Link
What's on tap (FOs)
Kelsi:
Octopus Amigirumi
https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/amigurumi-octopus-18
https://www.lilleliis.com/amigurumi-crochet-freebies/amigurumi-octopus-pattern/
Lost Souls and Skulls Shawl
Maryetta Roy
https://www.etsy.com/listing/1063184377/lost-souls-skull-triangular-shawl
Caitlyn:
Sockhead Cowl by Kelly McClure
in Worsted using fibernymph dyeworks
Soap Sack
Very Sudsy Soap Sack by Molly HatChick
Undergarments bag 3!
Needle: US 6 - 4.0 mm
Topic: Traveling with Knitting for the Holidays
Find us
You can find us on facebook at: Gravel Knits
Instagram and Untappd as: GravelKnits
Our Website is: GravelKnits.com
You can email us at: gravelknits@gmail.com
Kelsi
Ravelry & Instagram: BikesBrewsEwes
Untappd: kelsij
Caitlyn
Ravelry & Instagram: CaitlynNLloyd
Episode 62: The Q3 Stash Challenge Episode!
Dranks
S Beers!
Swift by Singlespeed Brewing (New England Style inspried IPA (Lower ABV))
Buffalo Sweat by Tallgrass Brewing Company (Oatmeal Cream Stout)
Announcements and Gravel Knits Events
Year Long Fiber Challenge
#gravelknitsstash
November - Native American Indian/Alaska Native Heritage Month
Check out this map Kelsi found!
What have you been listening to?
Tom Welling (Clark) and Michael Rosenbaum (Lex) re-watch smallville
Youtube podcast
What’s Brewing Current projects/ cast ons)
Kelsi:
Kerin Dimeler-Laurence
Knit Picks - Brava Sport, Pastel Rainbow
Kelsi's Ravelry Project
Spinning!
Southern Cross Fibers - Turtle on polwarth and some TWF on polwarth/silk blend
Combo Spin
Octopus Amigirumi
https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/amigurumi-octopus-18
https://www.lilleliis.com/amigurumi-crochet-freebies/amigurumi-octopus-pattern/
Caitlyn:
Still working on my undergarment bags :-)
Sockhead Cowl by Kelly McClure
Yarn: Dream in Color Smooshy with Cashmere Colorway: 2021 October
Garter Squish by Stephen West
Needles: US 15 - 10.0 mm 60 inches - 152 cms
Yarn: Hoping to get through as much of my Red Heart and random acrylic stash
Abraço by Filipa Carneiro
Ravelry Link
What's on tap (FOs)
Kelsi:
Juneteenth Shawl
Anne Hanson
https://www.ravelry.com/projects/bikesbrewsewes/juneteenth
Caitlyn:
Kino Knits Test Knit!
Mittens :-)
4 scrubbies I think
1 dishcloth
Find us
You can find us on facebook at: Gravel Knits
Instagram and Untappd as: GravelKnits
Episode 61: I Had a Bat in My Face
Dranks
R Beers!
Roxie Irish Red by Boone Valley Brewing Company
Raspberry Jam Raspberry Berliner Weisse by Tallgrass Brewing Company
Announcements and Gravel Knits Events
Year Long Fiber Challenge
#gravelknitsstash
What have you been listening to?
What’s Brewing
Kelsi:
Juneteenth Shawl
Anne Hanson
https://www.ravelry.com/projects/bikesbrewsewes/juneteenth
The Reverse Lion
Lionheart by Shannon Cook and Jane Richmond
Spinning!
Southern Cross Fibers - Turtle on polwarth and some TWF on polwarth/silk blend
Combo Spin
Octopus Amigirumi
https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/amigurumi-octopus-18
https://www.lilleliis.com/amigurumi-crochet-freebies/amigurumi-octopus-pattern/
Caitlyn:
Still working on my undergarment bags :-)
Sockhead Cowl by Kelly McClure
Yarn: Dream in Color Smooshy with Cashmere Colorway: 2021 October
Kino Knits Test Knit!
Mittens :-)
Abraço by Filipa Carneiro
Needles: US 6 - 4.0 mm
Yarns: Lion Brand LB Collection Merino Camel Colorway: 174 Olive
Plymouth Yarn Cammello Merino Colorway: 21
What's on tap (FOs)
Kelsi:
Lionheart-ish
Caitlyn:
Finished a scrubby and 2 dishcloths :-)
Stash Enhancements
Kelsi:
Watts Yarn Halloween Mystery Fiber
Topic:
How to Shop Your Stash
Bike Stuff
Glasses
Find us
You can find us on facebook at: Gravel Knits
Instagram and Untappd as: GravelKnits
Our Website is: GravelKnits.com
You can email us at: gravelknits@gmail.com
Kelsi
Ravelry & Instagram: BikesBrewsEwes
Untappd: kelsij
Caitlyn
Ravelry & Instagram: CaitlynNLloyd
Please message us to let us know what you would like us to talk about! And we would love to hear what you think about the show. If you like the podcast-please share it with a friend!
Episode 60: Q Beers and Frogging
Episode Number: 60
Record date:
9/14/22
Publish Date: Next, Next Tuesday
10/10/22
Edited by:
Caitlyn
Dranks
Q Beers!
Big Grove - Squeeze Hard Seltzer - Wild Raspberry
Equilibrium - Astro Fluff (India Pale Ale with Marshmallow)
Announcements and Gravel Knits Events
Year Long Fiber Challenge
#gravelknitsstash
What have you been listening to?
Crochet Circle Podcast is ending
Fay Dashper-Hughes
What’s Brewing Current projects/ cast ons)
Kelsi:
Juneteenth Shawl
Anne Hanson
https://www.ravelry.com/projects/bikesbrewsewes/juneteenth
Lionheart-ish
Lionheart by Shannon Cook and Jane Richmond
Spinning!
Southern Cross Fibers - Turtle on polwarth and some TWF on polwarth/silk blend
Combo Spin
Octopus Amigirumi
https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/amigurumi-octopus-18
https://www.lilleliis.com/amigurumi-crochet-freebies/amigurumi-octopus-pattern/
Caitlyn:
Undergarments bag 3!
Needle: US 6 - 4.0 mm
What's on tap (FOs)
Kelsi:
Ishniech
Caitlyn:
Undergarments Bag draft 2
Needle: US 6 - 4.0 mm
Yarn: Lily Sugar'n Cream Ombres Colorway: Ahoy Ombre
Oktoberfest test by Arianna Soloway
Needle
US 3 - 3.25 mm
Yarn: Baah Yarn Aspen
Colorway: Byzantine Gold
Baah Yarn Manhattan
Colorways: Love Struck, Falling in love, & Obsidian
Topic:
Frogging !
Find us
You can find us on facebook at: Gravel Knits
Instagram and Untappd as: GravelKnits
Our Website is: GravelKnits.com
You can email us at: gravelknits@gmail.com
Kelsi
Ravelry & Instagram: BikesBrewsEwes
Untappd: kelsij
Caitlyn
Ravelry & Instagram: CaitlynNLloyd
Episode 59: Goals Revisited
Record date: 8/24/22
Edited by: Kelsi
Dranks
P Beers!
ReUnion Brewery, "Tank Puncher IPA" (Iowa City, Iowa)
Kings County Brewers Collective, "Ping Pong Pandamonium Porter" (Brooklyn, New York)
Announcements and Gravel Knits Events
Year Long Fiber Challenge
#gravelknitsstash
What have you been listening to?
Staci and Casey (producer)
Also has a blog and a youtube channel!
KCKnits
What’s Brewing Current projects/ cast ons)
Kelsi:
Juneteenth Shawl
Anne Hanson
https://www.ravelry.com/projects/bikesbrewsewes/juneteenth
Hitofude
Spinning!
Southern Cross Fibers - Turtle on polwarth and some TWF on polwarth/silk blend
Combo Spin
Octopus Amigirumi
https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/amigurumi-octopus-18
https://www.lilleliis.com/amigurumi-crochet-freebies/amigurumi-octopus-pattern/
Caitlyn:
Undergarments Bag draft 2
Needle: US 6 - 4.0 mm
Yarn: Lily Sugar'n Cream Ombres Colorway: Ahoy Ombre
Oktoberfest test by Arianna Soloway
Needle
US 3 - 3.25 mm
Yarn: Baah Yarn Aspen Colorway: Byzantine Gold
Baah Yarn Manhattan Colorways: Love Struck, Falling in love, & Obsidian
What's on tap (FOs)
Kelsi:
Whimsical Wood - Fuck That Tornado Hat
No pattern
Oktoberfest Shawl
Test Knit
Caitlyn:
Yarn: Knit Picks Stroll Hand Painted Colorway: Gumball
Find us
You can find us on facebook at: Gravel Knits
Instagram and Untappd as: GravelKnits
Our Website is: GravelKnits.com
You can email us at: gravelknits@gmail.com
Kelsi
Ravelry & Instagram: BikesBrewsEwes
Untappd: kelsij
Caitlyn
Ravelry & Instagram: CaitlynNLloyd
Episode 58: Baby Beers doo doo...
Record date: 8/8/22
Edited by: Caitlyn
Dranks
Beers!
Empyrean Brewing Co. Limited Collection Zookeeper
Aslin Beer Co. Baby Shark India Pale Ale
Announcements and Gravel Knits Events
Year Long Fiber Challenge
#gravelknitsstash
What have you been listening to?
Whitney Hansen
What’s Brewing Current projects/ cast ons)
Kelsi:
Oktoberfest Shawl - Arianna Soloway
Test Knit
Hitofude
Spinning!
Sew Spun Merino - 1oz, neon electric
Now I'm back to my combo spin!
Caitlyn:
Gather Booties Test Knit
Yarn: Knit Picks Stroll Hand Painted
Colorway: Gumball
Undergarments Bag draft 2
Needle: US 6 - 4.0 mm
Yarn: Lily Sugar'n Cream Ombres Colorway: Ahoy Ombre
Oktoberfest test by Arianna Soloway
Needle
US 3 - 3.25 mm
Yarn: Baah Yarn Aspen Colorway: Byzantine Gold
Baah Yarn Manhattan Colorways: Love Struck, Falling in love, & Obsidian
What's on tap (FOs)
Kelsi:
Pebbles Sweater - Test Knit
Kelsi's Ravelry Project
Caitlyn:
Traditional Dishcloth by Staci Perry
Yarn: Lily Sugar'n Cream Ombres Colorway: 102002 Rick Rack Ombre
What’s Hopping (Stash Enhancements/Yarn collecting)
Kelsi:
Stone Wool - Delaine Merino, spruce, sleet, goldenrod, rust
Caitlyn:
Yarn: Baah Yarn Aspen Colorway: Byzantine Gold
Yarn: Baah Yarn Manhattan Colorway: Love Struck, Falling in love, Obsidian
Topic:
RAGBRAI!!!!!
Find us
You can find us on facebook at: Gravel Knits
Instagram and Untappd as: GravelKnits
Our Website is: GravelKnits.com
You can email us at: gravelknits@gmail.com
Kelsi
Ravelry & Instagram: BikesBrewsEwes
Untappd: kelsij
Caitlyn
Ravelry & Instagram: CaitlynNLloyd
Episode 57: Marl All the Things
Record date: 7/25/22
Dranks
Beers!
Whole30 approved Hop Teas
The Calm one with Chamomile
Really Hoppy one with Black Tea
(note-several of the flavors have caffine)
Announcements and Gravel Knits Events
Year Long Fiber Challenge
We are drawing for a prize today!
Spirit Animals
https://www.distractify.com/p/why-is-spirit-animal-offensive
Pronouns in episode 56
What have you been listening to?
Marsha and Kelly
What’s Brewing Current projects/ cast ons)
Kelsi:
Staple Linen Top
Joji Locatelli
Kelsi's Ravelry Project
Pebbles Sweater - Test Knit
Kelsi's Ravelry Project
SOHCAHTOA Socks
Sarah Jordan
Combined with
Keep the mic hot - Cassandra Kruikshank
Tour de Fleece Spinning
I've been reunited with my spare bobbins for my Electric Eel Wheel Nano - now I can finally keep going, hopefully
My now unknown fiber - Three Waters Farm? Polwarth/silk, anyway, through the first bobbin - hoping to make a reel
I need a new drive band
Caitlyn:
Traditional Dishcloth by Staci Perry
Ravelry Link
Undergarments Bag draft 2
Ravelry Link
Megaliths Socks Test for Kino Knits
Birthday cast on! Outline Tank by Jessie Mae
What's on tap (FOs)
Caitlyn:
Planned Parenthood Dishcloth 2
Ravelry Link
Road Bike Dishcloth -slipped stitch pattern
Ravelry Link
Thick Socks Three Ways by Dana Rae Makes
Ravelry Link
Hangovers (Knitting Disasters)
What's your hangover score? Coffee? Advil? PUking??!
Kelsi:
Staple Linen Top - You should really try things on sometimes
Topic:
FMK!!!
Bike Stuff
Kelsi
Chamois Butter
Find us
You can find us on facebook at: Gravel Knits
Instagram and Untappd as: GravelKnits
Our Website is: GravelKnits.com
Episode 56: The World As It Is Today
Episode Number: 56 6/30/22
Dranks
N Beers!
N Seltzers!
High Noon - Watermelon and Black Cherry
Smirnoff Seltzer Pink Lemonade and
Year Long Fiber Challenge
#GravelKnitsStash
What have you been listening to?
Crime, Coffee, & Crafts Podcast
Christen and Heidi
What’s Brewing Current projects/ cast ons)
Kelsi:
Staple Linen Top
Joji Locatelli
Kelsi's Ravelry Project
Pebbles Sweater - Test Knit
Kelsi's Ravelry Project
Caitlyn:
Thick Socks Three Ways by Dana Rae Makes Ravelry Link
Garter Squish by Stephen West Ravelry Link
Megaliths Socks Test for Kino Knits Ravelry Link
Abraço by Filipa Carneiro Ravelry Link
What's on tap (FOs)
Kelsi:
Autumn Socks
Advent Sweater
Cheeky Soaker Kelsi's Ravelry Link
Watts yarn Sapphire/ Cascade 220 Heathers Pine?
Outline Tee-Jessie Mae Kelsi's Ravelry Project
Julian Vest - Raya Budrevich Kelsi's Ravelry Project
Topic: Roe v. Wade
What can you do?
Continue to Vote
https://www.vote.org/polling-place-locator/
Write your legislators
https://www.house.gov/representatives/find-your-representative
https://www.congress.gov/members/find-your-member
Where do you have access?
https://www.politico.com/news/2022/06/24/abortion-laws-by-state-roe-v-wade-00037695
Find us
You can find us on facebook at: Gravel Knits
Instagram and Untappd as: GravelKnits
Our Website is: GravelKnits.com
You can email us at: gravelknits@gmail.com
Kelsi:
Ravelry & Instagram: BikesBrewsEwes
Untappd: kelsij
Caitlyn
Ravelry & Instagram: CaitlynNLloyd
Episode 55: Can I Touch It?
Episode 55: Can I Touch It?
Record Date:
6/15/22
Publish Date:
6/21/22
Edited by:
Kelsi
Dranks
M Beers!
Mango & Stash by Hopvalley Brewing Co
Match + Maker Choclate Cherry Vanilla Stout Empyrean Brewing Co
Announcements and Gravel Knits Events
Year Long Fiber Challenge
#GravelKnitsStash
There will be prizes!
What have you been listening to?
Sometimes they drink sometimes they dont, they are funny, they are real!
Cia & Pip from Glasgow (Scotland)
What’s Brewing Current projects/ cast ons)
Kelsi:
Slipping Sidways Sweater
Turquoise Toque Designs
Cozy Autumn Socks
Free Pattern!
Kelsi's Ravelry Project
Granny Square Thing - Fibernymph
Two Ewes Knit Along.
Jessie Mae
Caitlyn:
Thicksgiving Socks by Summer Lee
3.5 MM needles
need to add yarn but it's Knit Picks Chroma and New Garden yarns held with Knit Picks Stroll in a tonal
This is my movie theater and car knitting :-)
West Side Market Bag by Corrie Purdum
US 9 - 5.5 mm
Lion Brand Re-Up: 503 Saffron
My new walking and knitting project :-) My first knitted bag!
Ravelry Link
Megaliths Tee Test Knit
HiKoo Sueño Tweed
Ravelry Link
What's on tap (FOs)
Caitlyn:
Planned Parenthood Dishcloth
Needle: US 11 - 8.0 mm
Yarn: Lion Brand Re-Up
Colorways: Black, Cotton Candy, & Aqua
Ravelry Link
Find us
You can find us on facebook at: Gravel Knits
Instagram and Untappd as: GravelKnits
Our Website is: GravelKnits.com
You can email us at: gravelknits@gmail.com
Thank you to our current and new listeners!
Kelsi:
Ravelry & Instagram: BikesBrewsEwes
Untappd: kelsij
Caitlyn
Ravelry & Instagram: CaitlynNLloyd
GK Off The Trial Episode 54: It's stuck in the mailbox
GK Off The Trial Episode 54: It's stuck in the mailbox
Record Date:
5/25/22
Publish Date: Next Thursday
6/9/22
Edited by:
Caitlyn
Beverages
L beers
Piano Lessons from Black Stack Brewing
Little Lungs from Short Throw Brewing
Announcements
Stash Challenge!!!!
#GravelKnitsStash
What’s Hopping (Stash Enhancements/Yarn collecting)
Kelsi: Inclusive Pride sock set from be kind yarn!
Caitlyn: Watts Yarn purchase to contribute to the protect our reproductive rights fund raiser!
Topic
Protecting our reproductive rights
Shannon auction baskets!
Shout out to this fun shawl: Last Light by Stephanie Lotven
Unboxing!
From Turtle Made
Find us
You can find us on facebook at: Gravel Knits
Instagram and Untappd as: GravelKnits
Our Website is: GravelKnits.com
You can email us at: gravelknits@gmail.com
patreon
Kelsi
Ravelry & Instagram: BikesBrewsEwes
Untappd: kelsij
Caitlyn
Ravelry & Instagram: CaitlynNLloyd
Episode 53: Reading Your Knitting - Where to Start
Episode Number: 53
5/19/22
Publish Date: Next, Next Tuesday
5/24/22
Edited by:
Kelsi
Dranks
K Beers!
The Fuzz Peach Kolsch Ale by Millstreams Brewing Co.
Dark Lager from Kinship Brewing
Check out: bikeiowa
Announcements and Gravel Knits Events
Year Long Fiber Challenge
#GravelKnitsStash
There will be prizes!
What have you been listening to?
What’s Brewing Current projects/ cast ons)
Kelsi:
Cheeky Soaker
Megan Christensen
Slipping Sidways Sweater
Turquoise Toque Designs
Cozy Autumn Socks
Free Pattern!
Kelsi's Ravelry Project
Granny Square Thing - Fibernymph
Two Ewes Knit Along.
Caitlyn:
Megaliths Tee Test Knit
HiKoo Sueño Tweed: Flying Fuchsia,
Planned Parenthood Dishcloth
Needle: US 11 - 8.0 mm
Yarn: Lion Brand Re-Up
Colorways: Black, Cotton Candy, & Aqua
Fanny Pack Dishcloth
Pattern: Traditional Dishcloth by Staci Perry
Colorway
503 Saffron
What's on tap (FOs)
Kelsi:
Julian Vest
Raya Budrevich
Suzy Cardigan
Everybody Slipper Socks
Topic:
Reading Your Knitting - Where to Start
Find us
You can find us on facebook at: Gravel Knits
Instagram and Untappd as: GravelKnits
Our Website is: GravelKnits.com
You can email us at: gravelknits@gmail.com
Thank you to our current and new listeners!
Kelsi:
Ravelry & Instagram: BikesBrewsEwes
Untappd: kelsij
Caitlyn
Ravelry & Instagram: CaitlynNLloyd
Episode 52: Another Fiber Fest
Recorded: 5/4/2022
Publish Date: 5/10/2022
Edited by: Caitlyn & Bryan
Dranks
J Beers!
Just the Juice
Announcements and Gravel Knits Events
Year Long Fiber Challenge
Submission Form
#GravelKnitsStash
Toasts (Shout Outs):
Overturning of Roe v. Wade by the U.S. Supreme Court
https://www.politico.com/news/2022/05/02/supreme-court-abortion-draft-opinion-00029473
Status of Women in the States
https://statusofwomendata.org/explore-the-data/reproductive-rights/
What have you been listening to?
Something Was Wrong
What’s Brewing Current projects/ cast ons)
Kelsi:
Cheeky Soaker
Megan Christensen
Kelsi's Ravelry Project
Julian Vest
Raya Budrevich
Kelsi's Ravelry Project
Slipping Sidways Sweater
Suzy Cardigan
Interweave Press
Ravelry Project
Granny Square Thing - Fibernymph
Two Ewes Knit Along.
Outline Tank
Jessie Mae
Kelsi's Ravelry Project
Caitlyn:
Megaliths Tee Test Knit
Ravelry Link
Planned Parenthood Dishcloth
Ravelry Link
Road Bike Dishcloth
Ravelry Link
What's on tap (FOs)
Kelsi:
Mood Cardigan
Jeanette Sloane
Kelsi's Ravelry Project
Happy Clusters Hats
A Whimsical Wood
Kelsi's Ravelry Project
Caitlyn:
Amalgamation, by From Me to Ewe
Yarn: New Garden Yarns Backyard Garden DK in Charcoal, Passion, Purple Rain, Silver Sprinkles
Traditional Dishcloth by Staci Perry
Ravelry Link
The incredible Mittens by Safiyyah - The Drunk Knitter - True Crime & Knit
Ravelry Link
DRK Everyday Socks by Andrea Mowry
Ravelry Link
Find us
You can find us on facebook at: Gravel Knits
Instagram and Untappd as: GravelKnits
GK Off The Trial Episode 51: The 50th we never had
Record Date: 4/27/22 Publish Date: Next Thursday 5/12/22 Edited by: Kelsi
Beverages: I beers Pompeii Mosaic Hopped India Pale Ale -Toppling Goliath Brewing Co.
Wake Up Iowa Coffee Stout -Backpocket Brewing
Announcements: Stash Challenge!!!! #GravelKnitsStash
Thank you Emily with Little cabin knits for the kind words, we had a wonderful time too!
Where to find us -
Facebook: Gravel Knits
Instagram and Untappd as: GravelKnits
Website: GravelKnits.com You can email us at: gravelknits@gmail.com
Kelsi Ravelry & Instagram: BikesBrewsEwes
Untappd: kelsij
Ravelry & Instagram: CaitlynNLloyd
Support us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/gravelknits
Episode 50: Warm Weather Knitting
GK Off The Trial Episode 49: Fox Brewery and Pattern Organization
Record Date
4/6/22
Publish Date Next Thursday
4/21/22
Edited by
Bryan
Shout Out
Beverages
CC-Vanilla & Almond Oatmeal Brown
Foxtail Irish Red
KJ - Red berry red
Announcements
Stash Challenge!!!!
#GravelKnitsStash
Quarterly Drawing?
Topic
How do you organize your knits
Find us
You can find us on facebook at: Gravel Knits
Instagram and Untappd as: GravelKnits
Our Website is: GravelKnits.com
You can email us at: gravelknits@gmail.com
Kelsi:
Ravelry & Instagram: BikesBrewsEwes
Untappd: kelsij
Caitlyn:
Ravelry & Instagram: CaitlynNLloyd
Episode 48: Fiberpalooza and fruity ales!
Episode Number: 48
Record Date: 3/31/22
Publish Date: 4/12/22
Edited by: Kelsi
Announcements:
GK Stash Challenge Scoreboard
#GravelKnitsStash
What have you been listening to?
Cogknitive Podcast
Hosted by Dr. Gemma
What's Brewing?
Kelsi
Suzy Cardigan, Megan Nodeker
Ravelry Project
Kansas Socks, Melissa Metzbower
Ravelry Project
Granny Square Thing, No pattern
Two Ewes Blanket Along
Ravelry Project
Little Pretzels, BikesBrewsEwes
Pattern to be published
Caitlyn
Amalgamation, From Me to Ewe
Shawl Test Knit
Garter Squish by Stephen West
Ravelry Link
Megaliths Socks Test for Kino Knits
Ravelry Link
End of the Trail (FOs)
Kelsi
Kate’s Slipper Socks
Everybody Slipper Socks, Kate Dosman
Link to Kate’s Blog and Pattern
Find us
You can find us on facebook at: Gravel Knits
Instagram and Untappd as: GravelKnits
Website: GravelKnits.com
You can email us at: gravelknits@gmail.com
Kelsi:
Ravelry & Instagram: BikesBrewsEwes
Untappd: kelsij
Caitlyn:
Ravelry & Instagram: CaitlynNLloyd
GK Off The Trial Episode 47: Interview with Emily from Little Cabin Knits
Record Date: 3/25/22
Publish Date: 4/7/22
Edited by: Caitlyn
Announcements
Stash Challenge!!!!
#GravelKnitsStash
Topic
Kelsi and Caitlyn interview Emily from Little Cabin Knits!
You can find Emily at:
YouTube channel: AndersMill Knits
Find us
You can find us on facebook at: Gravel Knits
Instagram and Untappd as: GravelKnits
You can email us at: gravelknits@gmail.com
Kelsi:
Ravelry & Instagram: BikesBrewsEwes
Untappd: kelsij
Caitlyn:
Ravelry & Instagram: CaitlynNLloyd
Episode 46: Knitting for Ukraine
Episode Number: 46
Record Date: 3/17/22
Publish Date: 3/29/22
What have you been listening to?
What's Brewing?
Kelsi
Suzy Cardigan
Caitlyn
Garter Squish by Stephen West
Needles: US 15 - 10.0 mm 60 inches - 152 cms
Ravelry Link
Megaliths Socks Test for Kino Knits
End of the Trail (FOs)
Kelsi
1898 Hat #3 - Green and Grey
Possessed Printer Mitts
Jamie Galati
Neopolitan Yarn!
I finished a spinning project - Unknown yardage yet
Vanishing Point Socks
Jeny Staimen
Caitlyn
Positivity Beanie - Test Knit
Short and Strata Test Knit
Test for Ashley Ratnam
Find us
You can find us on facebook at: Gravel Knits
Instagram and Untappd as: GravelKnits
Website: GravelKnits.com
You can email us at: gravelknits@gmail.com
Kelsi:
Ravelry & Instagram: BikesBrewsEwes
Untappd: kelsij
Caitlyn
Ravelry & Instagram: CaitlynNLloyd
GK Off the Trail Episode 45: Let's Talk Testing
Record Date: 3/7/22
Publish Date: 3/10/22
Edited by: Kelsi
Find us
You can find us on facebook at: Gravel Knits
Instagram and Untappd as: GravelKnits
You can email us at: gravelknits@gmail.com
Kelsi:
Ravelry & Instagram: BikesBrewsEwes
Untappd: kelsij
Caitlyn:
Ravelry & Instagram: CaitlynNLloyd
Episode 44: Yarn Stash Busting
Episode Number: 44
Record Date: 2/24/22
Publish Date: 3/1/22
Edited by: Caitlyn
Dranks:
E Beverages!
East of Ordinary, A Low Cal Rosé Cider by Sutliff
Elysian Day Glow IPA
Announcements:
We are participating in the pigskin party!
Caitlyn Kelsi
Individual 2979 5540
Team 32389 46066
Patreon!
Year Long Fiber Challenge
#GravelKnitsStash
There will be prizes!
What have you been listening to?
What's Brewing? (Current Projects/Cast ons)
Kelsi
Suzy Cardigan
1898 Hats
Caitlyn
The incredible Mittens by Safiyyah - The Drunk Knitter - True Crime & Knit
3.25 mm size 3 needles
Second Pair! My biking bestie asked me to knit her a pair
Thick Socks Three Ways by Dana Rae Makes
Needles: US 4 - 3.5 mm
Yarn: Knit Picks Chroma Fingering Colorway: Drawing Room and 28042 Wednesday Cuffs and toes)
West Yorkshire Spinners Signature 4 Ply Solids Colorway: 234 Honeysuckle
Positivity Beanie // Test Knit
Short and Strata Test
End of the Trail (FOs)
Kelsi
1898 Hat #2 - Yellow and Black
Caitlyn
Doctor Who TARDIS Dishcloth by holynarf (Lindsay)
US 6 - 4.0 mm
Lion Brand Re-Up Colorway: 107 Sky
Thicksgiving Socks by Summer Lee
US 4 - 3.5 mm
Knit Picks Chroma Fingering Colorway: Vermont
West Yorkshire Spinners Signature 4 Ply Solids Colorway: 632 Cinnamon Stick
knitting the same except 3 by 1 for the cuff, the vermont is what is left from my alaska hat
Christmas 2021 Cast On Shik’is Headband by Jennifer Berg
Needles US 6 - 4.0 mm
Yarn: KnitCircus Divine DK Colorways: Rhymes with orange, Chimney Sweep semi-solid, & Parfrey’s Glen Semi-Solid
Stash Enhancements
Kelsi
Stitchionary 2 - Cables
The Knitters book of Yarn
Locked out my car yarn
YJC
Caitlyn
Purl Soho Tussock
Color: Cypress Green
Purl Soho Posy
Color: Basil Green, Pink Nectar, & Bellflower Blue
Hangovers
Kelsi
NAThe tiniest - Tinked back on my Cardigan
Caitlyn
none!
Topic
Big Yardage!
Find us
You can find us on facebook at: Gravel Knits
Instagram and Untappd as: GravelKnits
Website: GravelKnits.com
You can email us at: gravelknits@gmail.com
Kelsi:
Ravelry & Instagram: BikesBrewsEwes
Untappd: kelsij
Caitlyn
Ravelry & Instagram: CaitlynNLloyd
Episode 43: How do you find the time?
Episode Number: 42 Record Date: 2/9/22 Publish Date: 2/22/22 Edited by: Kelsi
Dranks:
D Beverages!
Dom Cherrygnom from Franklin Street
Devil's Backbone Stout from Franklin Street
Announcements:
We are participating in the pigskin party!
Caitlyn Kelsi
Individual 2979 5540
Team 32389 46066
Year Long Fiber Challenge
#GravelKnitsStash
There will be prizes!
Patreon!
What have you been listening to?
What's Brewing? (Current Projects/Cast ons)
Kelsi
Tan Line Joggers - Briana Luppino, LIttle Wolf Knits
Spinning - Neopolitan fiber from Blazing Star Ranch
I know it has alpaca and merino?
Cole's Musselburgh hat
Festival Cowl
Caitlyn
Thicksgiving Socks by Summer Lee
Pattern: Frog and Toad by Kristina Ingrid McGowan Ravelry Link
Stranded by the Sea Store Link
Christmas 2021 Cast On Shik’is Headband by Jennifer Berg Ravelry Link
Doctor Who TARDIS Dishcloth by holynarf (Lindsay) Ravelry Link
End of the Trail (FOs)
Kelsi
Tall Kroy Socks
Patons Kroy - Dad's Jacquard
No Pattern
Caitlyn
The incredible Mittens by Safiyyah - The Drunk Knitter - True Crime & Knit
West Yorkshire Spinners The Croft Aran Tweed
Leaf Lace Washcloth by Jan Eaton Ravelry Link
Double Knit Skull Beenie Ravelry Link
Stash Enhancements
Kelsi
none!
Caitlyn
none!
Hangovers
Kelsi
NADA
Caitlyn
none!
Topic
A day in the life of Kelsi and Caitlyn Knitting!
Find us
You can find us on facebook at: Gravel Knits Instagram and Untappd as: GravelKnits Website: GravelKnits.com You can email us at: gravelknits@gmail.com
Kelsi: Ravelry & Instagram: BikesBrewsEwes Untappd: kelsij CaitlynRavelry & Instagram: CaitlynNLloyd
GK Off the trail Episode 42: How do you decide what comes next?
Record Date: 2/2/22
Publish Date: 2/10/22
Edited by: Caitlyn
Beverages
Kelsi's Fridge
Back Pocket Black Cat Cobbler
Cole's Choice
Announcements
Topic
Caitlyn
Gift Knitting
What I want to Knit
What is in my queue
Factors
What I have available
Where I will be working on the project
Kelsi
Flow chart of decisions
Find us
You can find us on facebook at: Gravel Knits
Instagram and Untappd as: GravelKnits
You can email us at: gravelknits@gmail.com
Kelsi:
Ravelry & Instagram: BikesBrewsEwes
Untappd: kelsij
Caitlyn:
Ravelry & Instagram: CaitlynNLloyd
Episode 41: The Brightside of WIPs
UPDATED! - New Audio 2/8/22
Episode Number: 40
Record Date: 11/17/21
Publish Date: 11/30/21
Edited by: Kelsi
Dranks: Brightside Aleworks - https://brightsidealeworks.com/ I Scream – Neapolitan Stout, Amplitude – West Coast IPA, The New New – NEIPA, Wild Magic – Fruited Sour
Announcements: We are participating in the pigskin party! Caitlyn 588, Kelsi 1098
What are we listening to?: Tea More than a knitting podcast. Have some interviews talked about some deeper issues but also have a lot of fun! KSL: Knitting Shop Live Started podcast in 2019. Shop has been open for many years but the owner is retiring! Finely The Knitting Corner, a LYS located in the heart of Prospect Park PA
What’s Brewing? (Current Projects/Cast ons)
- Kelsi – Cozy Classic Raglan, Jessie Mae Designs FDW Gothic Forest Fingerless Mitts, Musselburgh Hat FDW Pumpkin Pi(e) Cozy base In Time out 1898 Hat Blue Sky Fibers Woolstock Worsted – Wild Thyme, KP Wool of the Andes worsted – Pumpkin https://www.ravelry.com/projects/bikesbrewsewes/1898-hat Caitlyn Aperture Shawl by Ambah O’Brien Needles: US 5 – 3.75 mm Yarn: New Garden Yarns Lavender BFL annual yarn base Colorway: Teal Fade This is so fun! This is a knitted lace shawl, I’m knitting the smaller size. Starting with the lighter color so it will fade down to the darker shade of teal. Ravelry Link Gravel Knits Website Link Birthday cast on! Outline Tank by Jessie Mae Yarn: Malabrigo Yarn Sock Colorway: 870 Candombe Birthday 2021 Cast On! Ravelry Link Gravel Knits Website Link Koha Mitts by Francoise DanoyUS 2 (2.75 mm) and US 3 (3.25 mm) MC:West Yorkshire Spinners Signature 4 Ply Colorway: Liquorice CC: Knit Picks Stroll Colorway: Gumball Hand Panted Ravelry Link Shark Baby Hat Caitlyn Made up the pattern Yarns: Cloudborn Fibers Superwash Merino Bulky Colorway: Black Malabrigo Yarn Chunky Colorways: 63 Natural & 62 Marine Ravelry Link Megan Jane by Katie Pomper Urth Yarns, Monokrom Worsted 100% Merino, Green semi solid (4065) AND Black (Thuja) Making Two hats for my friend and her partner. For her the MC will be Green and for Him it will be black. Ravelry Link DRK Everyday Socks by Andrea Mowry Needle US 1 – 2.25 mm Yarn Fibernymph Dye Works Inversibles Sets Mountain Tweed (BFL) Colorway Cranberry/Forest Ravelry Link Bitty Spruce by Laura Spargo Anderson Needles US 6 – 4.0 mm & US 8 – 5.0 mm Yarn Fibernymph Dye Works – Twist Colorway Ocean Twist Baby Sweater, as a gift or not sure, but I wanted to use up the rest of the yarn Ravelry Link Pumpking by Teresa Gregorio Needles US 6 – 5.0 MM Lion Brand Re-Up in Orange and Lime Ravelry Link Pattern Link End of the Trail (FOs) Kelsi NaKniSweMo!! – Cozy Classic Raglan, Jessie Mae Designs https://www.ravelry.com/projects/bikesbrewsewes/cozy-classic-raglan Caitlyn Aperture Shawl by Ambah O’Brien Needles: US 5 – 3.75 mm Yarn: New Garden Yarns Lavender BFL annual yarn base Colorway: Teal Fade This is so fun! This is a knitted lace shawl, I’m knitting the smaller size. Starting with the lighter color so it will fade down to the darker shade of teal. Ravelry Link Gravel Knits Website Link Bankhead by Susie Gourlay Needles 7 – 4.5 mm Yarn Cascade Yarns Color Duo Colorway Denver Ravelry Link Stash Enhancements Kelsi Knit Paper Scissors Lazy B Yarn Baby B – Mini Skein of fingering – Bright Blue Clover Fingering – Knit Lincoln Tupelo Honey – Bright Pink Clover DK – Fuschia and Variagated Fuschia/Yellow Rowan Tweed Haze 556 – Storm Rowan Big wool? Caitlyn Knit Picks Sale (started for a semi solid red for the Very Hungry Catipiller socks) The Pearl Hawthorne Multi Sock Yarn Pansy Stroll Tonal Shipped Red Velvet Chroma Twist Bulky Sedona Chroma Twist Bulky Galentine Chroma Twist Bulky Stroll Tonal Mini Pack -Sunset Heartfelt Stroll Tonal Stroll Tonal Mini Pack -Spring Fields Stroll Tonal Mini Pack – Radiant Reds Hangovers Kelsi NADA Caitlyn Ape
Episode 40: Cast Ons and C beers
Episode Number: 40
Record Date: 1/26/22
Publish Date: 2/1/22
Edited by: Caitlyn
Announcements:
We are participating in the pigskin party!
Caitlyn Kelsi
Individual 863 2386
Team 22618 33309
Patreon!
What have you been listening to?
What's Brewing? (Current Projects/Cast ons)
Kelsi
Tall Kroy Socks
Patons Kroy - Dad's Jacquard
No Pattern
Tan Line Joggers - Briana Luppino, LIttle Wolf Knits
She appears to also sell yarn
Part of the Jogaglong kal on instagram with Knitatude (Chantal Miyagishima)
Spinning - Neopolitan fiber from Blazing Star Ranch
I know it has alpaca and merino?
Caitlyn
Double Knit Skull Beenie
Ravelry Link
DRK Everyday Socks by Andrea Mowry
Ravelry Link
Christmas 2021 Cast On Shik’is Headband by Jennifer Berg
Ravelry Link
Sea Glass Tee by Wool & Pine
Ravelry Link
Leaf Lace Washcloth by Jan Eaton
Ravelry Link
End of the Trail (FOs)
Kelsi
Caitlyn
Niefling Test Knit
Thicksgiving Socks by Summer Lee
Ravelry Link
Stash Enhancements
Caitlyn
Topic
Cast ons!
Cast On Bind Off 54 Step-by-step Methods by Leslie Ann Bestor
Find us
You can find us on facebook at: Gravel Knits
Instagram and Untappd as: GravelKnits
Website: GravelKnits.com
You can email us at: gravelknits@gmail.com
Kelsi:
Ravelry & Instagram: BikesBrewsEwes
Untappd: kelsij
Caitlyn
Ravelry & Instagram: CaitlynNLloyd
Episode 39: Hello, Frog!
Episode Number: 38
Record Date: 1/12/22
Publish Date: 1/25/22
Edited by: Kelsi
Dranks:
Kings County Brewers Collective - Bug Hug
Bourbon County Brand Stout 2020
What have you been listening to?
Clear + Vivid with Alan Alda
What's Brewing?
Kelsi
Alexandria Wenninger
Winter Magical Shawl
Lisa Cannon, Fibernymph Dye Works
Scrappy VNeck
Caitlyn
Niefling Test Knit
Super fun, 4 hats in one
Double thick fold up brim
Tried colors pretty far out of my typical and it's fun!
Sourpuss by Sweet Georgia Yarns is a very sour looking yellow
KFI Luxury green, pink, purle, grey, white
Double Knit Skull Beenie
Skull Beenie by Melanie Sage except I'm double knitting it
Pattern: Frog and Toad by Kristina Ingrid McGowan
Ravelry Link
Stranded by the Sea Store Link
DRK Everyday Socks by Andrea Mowry
Ravelry Link
Sea Glass Tee by Wool & Pine
Ravelry Link
Leaf Lace Washcloth by Jan Eaton
Ravelry Link
Abraço by Filipa Carneiro
Ravelry Link
End of the Trail (FOs)
Kelsi
Musselburgh Hat - Ysolda Teague - Her Page
Dad's Christmas Hat
Stash Enhancements
Kelsi
1x Knitcircus Yarns: Girls Run the World Impressionist Matching Socks Set (medium), Greatest of Ease, choose your cakes, ready to ship yarn
Caitlyn
Love Yarns purchase (all fingering)
West Yorkshire Spinners Signature 4ply colorway: 234
Sweet Georgia Tough Love Sock colorway: Slate
Dream in color yarn Bobby BFL colorway: LA Luz 560
Yarn Junction Co
MT Minis lost of colors :-)
Christmas From Kelsi!
Stitch Markers
Christmas Sock Horse Project Bag
Knitted Wit DK Omaha colorway (green, pink, yellow, bloushy white, brown)
Madelinetosh DK Colorway: Ultramarine Violet
A Tangle of Yarn
Sweet Georgia colorway sourpus
Find us
You can find us on facebook at: Gravel Knits
Instagram and Untappd as: GravelKnits
Website: GravelKnits.com
You can email us at: gravelknits@gmail.com
Kelsi:
Ravelry & Instagram: BikesBrewsEwes
Untappd: kelsij
Caitlyn
Ravelry & Instagram: CaitlynNLloyd
GK Off the trail Episode 38: A look back on 2021
Record Date: 1/5/22
Publish Date: 1/13/22
Edited by: Kelsi
Caitlyn and Kelsi look back at 2021!
Beverages
Accumulation Ale - New Belgium Winter Hazy IPA
1939 Amber Ale - Big Grove Brewery
Announcements
Rebrand! Our short cuts...weren't really short so we decided our bonus episodes needed a new name.
Colorado
If you want to help - Check out the Boulder County Wildfire Fund
https://www.commfound.org/grants/get-grant/Boulder-County-Wildfire-Fund
Topic
2021 highlights
Caitlyn
2021 53 completed projects (2020 dumbster fires counted as one, 2 feathers, three disclothes, scrubbies- 76 with those) 2020 59
5 Fingering Wieght, 5 DK, 18 Worsted, 19 Aran, 3 Builky, 1 Super Bulky (2020 was similar, I've upped my fingering by a lot)
3 Sweaters, 1 Tank, 4 Socks, 2 fingerless gloves, 15 hats, 1 Shawl, 3 Ornaments (20 dumpsters, 2 feathers), 23 cleaning (Towels, Discloths, & Scrubbies)
No double knitting in 2021! No Wine bottle covers in 2021! No bobbles No Entralac No Mosaic
New Skills: Provisional cast on, three needle bind off, mitered square, latvian braid, Ladderback jacquard, fisherman's Rib,
Finished my first Shawl!
Finished my first sweater (and then knit two more sweaters!)
Daelyn Pullover (Ravelry Link)
favorite noteable project -
990-223-001 Wrist Warmers by LANGYARNS
Unique construction, handspun from Kelsi! Three needle Bind off
990-223-001 Wrist Warmers (Ravelry Link)
Sock Knitting (Technically this starte din 2020 but the first socks for me started in 2021)
I joined the sock knitting knitters! I was intimidated because I thought they woudl be on tiny tine needles and hurt my hands but they are not and feel so nice on my feet!
Kelsi
My Wedding Dress!!!
https://www.ravelry.com/projects/bikesbrewsewes/take-a-bow-lace-dress-and-top
Find us
You can find us on facebook at: Gravel Knits
Instagram and Untappd as: GravelKnits
You can email us at: gravelknits@gmail.com
Kelsi:
Ravelry & Instagram: BikesBrewsEwes
Untappd: kelsij
Caitlyn:
Ravelry & Instagram: CaitlynNLloyd
Episode 37: Knitting Yoda, Picture Games, and some needle talk
Episode Number: 36
Record Date: 12/27/21
Publish Date: 1/4/22
Edited by: Caitlyn
Announcements:
Patreon!
What have you been listening to?
4 hosts! Meg, Drea, Tina, and Jess
What's Brewing? (Current Projects/Cast ons)
Kelsi
Alaska Skirt
Alexandria Wenninger
Winter Magical Shawl
Lisa Cannon, Fibernymph Dye Works
Scrappy VNeck
Caitlyn
Pattern: Frog and Toad by Kristina Ingrid McGowan
Ravelry Link
Stranded by the Sea Store Link
Megan Jane by Katie Pomper
Ravelry Link
DRK Everyday Socks by Andrea Mowry
Ravelry Link
Fleet Feet Socks by Fatimah Hinds
Ravelry Link
Christmas 2021 Cast On Shik’is Headband by Jennifer Berg
Ravelry Link
Sea Glass Tee by Wool & Pine
Ravelry Link
Leaf Lace Washcloth by Jan Eaton
Ravelry Link
Abraço by Filipa Carneiro
Ravelry Link
End of the Trail (FOs)
Kelsi
Musselburgh Hat - Ysolda Teague - Her Page
Alex's Christmas Hat
Caitlyn
Citrus Cowl by Laura Treadway
Ravelry Link
Scrubbie
Ravelry Link
Find us
You can find us on facebook at: Gravel Knits
Instagram and Untappd as: GravelKnits
Website: GravelKnits.com
You can email us at: gravelknits@gmail.com
Kelsi:
Ravelry & Instagram: BikesBrewsEwes
Untappd: kelsij
Caitlyn
Ravelry & Instagram: CaitlynNLloydotes
Episode 36: Musselburgh and a half
Episode Number: 36
Record Date: 12/13/21
Publish Date: 12/21/21
Edited by: Caitlyn
Dranks (Links go to Untappd):
Sweet Water Brewing Company 420 Strain G13 IPA
Boulevard Brewing Company - Space Camper Delta Ray India Pale Ale
Announcements:
We are participating in the pigskin party!
Patreon!
What have you been listening to?
What's Brewing? (Current Projects/Cast ons)
Kelsi
Alaska Skirt
Alexandria Wenninger
Grey Skies Chevron Headband
Jessica Underwood
Braided Tunisian Crochet Headband
Caitlyn
Pattern: Frog and Toad by Kristina Ingrid McGowan
Ravelry Link
Stranded by the Sea Store Link
Birthday cast on! Outline Tank by Jessie Mae
Megan Jane by Katie Pomper
Ravelry Link
DRK Everyday Socks by Andrea Mowry
Ravelry Link
Fleet Feet Socks by Fatimah Hinds
Ravelry Link
Citrus Hat by Laura Treadway
Ravelry Link
Sea Glass Tee by Wool & Pine
Ravelry Link
Pumpking by Teresa Gregorio
Ravelry Link
End of the Trail (FOs)
Kelsi
Musselburgh Hat - Ysolda Teague - Her Page
Alex's Christmas Hat
Caitlyn
Koha Mitts by Francoise DanoyUS 2 (2.75 mm) and US 3 (3.25 mm)
Ravelry Link
Find us
You can find us on facebook at: Gravel Knits
Instagram and Untappd as: GravelKnits
Website: GravelKnits.com
You can email us at: gravelknits@gmail.com
Kelsi:
Ravelry & Instagram: BikesBrewsEwes
Untappd: kelsij
Caitlyn
Ravelry & Instagram: CaitlynNLloyd
GK Short Cuts Episode 35: Ideas for 2022
Record Date: 12/8/21
Publish Date: 12/16/21
Edited by: Kelsi
Caitlyn and Kelsi talk ideas for 2022!
AnnouncementsThe Savvey Girls Podcast is back!
Topic2022 Ideas
Caitlyn - Wants to knit 3 sweaters for herself - Abraço by Filipa Carneiro (Bought the yarn quite a while ago for this! - says fingering weight but I think it's really closer to sport weight) It has garter (in the round... and brioche)Ravelry Link Reis by Stephen West (Scrappy yarn sweater mostly of DK-I have most of the yarn for this :-) )Ravelry Link I'm also interested in the Sorrel by Wool & Pine and Kellsby Lucy HagueShe also wants to try Corrugated ribbing and to Crochet Something Kelsi - I've been joking to myself in my head that it might have to be the year of the sweater...I want to knit myself 6 sweaters.... :P A Cardigan: The Hitofude has been calling my name for years A bigger project in tunisian crochet Ravelry link I'm eyeing the Sadona Sweater by Toni Lipsy TL Yarn Crafts A larger garment (sweater/top/dress/skirt) with Cables or Lace Derwent - Sarah CookeRavelry Link There will have to be something in color work - The Hellebore Cardigan is quite intriguingRavelry Link Thrummed Mittens Find us
You can find us on facebook at: Gravel Knits
Instagram and Untappd as: GravelKnits
You can email us at: gravelknits@gmail.com
Kelsi:
Ravelry & Instagram: BikesBrewsEwes
Untappd: kelsij
Caitlyn:
Ravelry & Instagram: CaitlynNLloyd
Episode 34: Pre-knitting and new fun facts about Kelsi!
Episode 34: Pre-knitting and new fun facts about Kelsi!
Record Date: 11/30/21
Publish Date: 12/7/21
Edited by: Caitlyn
Tonight's Drinks:
Dogfish Head night!
60 Minute IPA
Hazy-O Hazy IPA
Support the BIPOC community!
Instagram:
ladydyeyarns
lolabeanyarnco
drunkknitter
ggmadeit
What have you been listening to?
What’s Brewing
Kelsi:
Musselburgh Hat - Ysolda Teague - Her Page
Alex's Christmas Hat
Alaska Skirt
Alexandria Wenninger
Grey Skies Chevron Headband
Jessica Underwood
Braided Tunisian Crochet Headband
Caitlyn:
Pattern: Frog and Toad by Kristina Ingrid McGowan
Ravelry Link
Stranded by the Sea Store Link
Koha Mitts by Francoise Danoy
Megan Jane by Katie Pomper
FOS:
Kelsi:
NaKniSweMo!! - Cozy Classic Raglan, Jessie Mae Designs
https://www.ravelry.com/projects/bikesbrewsewes/cozy-classic-raglan
Caitlyn:
Bitty Spruce by Laura Spargo Anderson
Ravelry Link
Mini Snowbuddies by Esther Braithwaite
Ravelry Link
Aperture Shawl by Ambah O'Brien
Shark Baby Hat
Caitlyn Made up the pattern
Ravelry Link
What’s Hopping
Caitlyn: Victoria House Fibers
Superwash Merino/Yak/Nylon 70/20/10
Find us
You can find us on facebook at: Gravel Knits
Instagram and Untappd as: GravelKnits
Our Website is: GravelKnits.com
You can email us at: gravelknits@gmail.com
Kelsi:
Ravelry & Instagram: BikesBrewsEwes
Untappd: kelsij
Caitlyn
Ravelry & Instagram: CaitlynNLloyd
GK Short Cuts Episode 33: Filling in the Blanks
Record Date: 11/8/21
Publish Date: 11/23/21
Edited by: Caitlyn
Caitlyn and Kelsi talk about what was cut off in the last recording and the topic.
TopicHow do you leave your knitting?
Find usYou can find us on facebook at: Gravel Knits
Instagram and Untappd as: GravelKnits
You can email us at: gravelknits@gmail.com
Kelsi:
Ravelry & Instagram: BikesBrewsEwes
Untappd: kelsidj
Caitlyn:
Ravelry & Instagram: CaitlynNLloyd
Episode 32: Out and about
Record Dates: 11/3/21 and 11/7/21
What's Brewing?
Kelsi
NaKniSweMo!! - Cozy Classic Raglan, Jessie Mae Designs
Shibui Nest
Hat - FDW Gothic Forest
Fingerless Mitts
Musselburgh Hat
FDW Pumpkin Pi (e) Cozy base
Caitlyn
Aperture Shawl by Ambah O'Brien
Yarn: New Garden Yarns Lavender BFL annual yarn base Colorway: Teal Fade
Bankhead by Susie Gourlay
Yarn Cascade Yarns Color Duo
Colorway Denver
DRK Everyday Socks by Andrea Mowry
Yarn Fibernymph Dye Works Inversibles Sets Mountain Tweed (BFL)
Colorway Cranberry/Forest
Bitty Spruce by Laura Spargo Anderson
Yarn Fibernymph Dye Works - Twist Colorway Ocean Twist
Ravelry Link
Pumpking by Teresa Gregorio
Lion Brand Re-Up in Orange and Lime
End of the Trail (FOs)
Kelsi
Lawen - MK Nance
https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/lawen
Leading Men Fiber Arts - Showstopper in "How you doin'?"
Bah La Jolla - Tequila Lime
Ryker's Makebelive Sweater aka Sweater Project #1
Mesa Beanie
TL Yarn Crafts
Watts Yarn - Worsted in Sapphire
Random grey worsted ( I think knit picks of some kind) from stash
Dino Ribbed Beanie
Leading Men Fiber Arts Showstopper in How you Doin'?
Gavin's Ribbed Beanie
Based off of the sockhead slouch hat
Caitlyn
The Peaceful People Hat by Jennifer Berg
Yarn: Cascade Yarns Spuntaneous Worsted Effects Colorway: 301 Grape Crush and 308 River Rock
Stash Enhancements
Caitlyn
Malibrigo Chunky Colorways: Nautical and Natural
Sweater Plus quantity of The Yarn Collective Bloomsbury DK
Ravelry Link
Smooshy Cashmere
Colorway: October 2021 Pop Up Club
Hangovers
Caitlyn
Epic Sock Frog! Way way too big, going to try again!
Find us
You can find us on facebook at: Gravel Knits
Instagram and Untappd as: GravelKnits
Website: GravelKnits.com
You can email us at: gravelknits@gmail.com
Kelsi:
Ravelry & Instagram: BikesBrewsEwes
Untappd: kelsij
Caitlyn
Ravelry & Instagram: CaitlynNLloyd
Episode 31: An Impromptu Frogging
GK Short Cuts Episode 30: Other Notions and Secret Knitting
Record Date: 10/14/21
Publish Date: 10/27/21
Edited by: Caitlyn
Topic
Caitlyn and Kelsi discuss other notions that could be handy for your project bag!
Secret Knitting
Caitlyn and Kelsi talk about some current secret projects, including: the Flax Sweater by Tin Can Knits, the be Loving hat by Melissa Simpson, and the Musselburgh by Ysolda Teague!
Find us
You can find us on facebook at: Gravel Knits
Instagram and Untappd as: GravelKnits
You can email us at: gravelknits@gmail.com
Kelsi:
Ravelry & Instagram: BikesBrewsEwes
Untappd: kelsidj
Caitlyn:
Ravelry & Instagram: CaitlynNLloyd