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Episode 199 - Fiercely Festive

Happy Holidays to all listeners all over the world.
This episode is kindly sponsored by
Scotch Tweed is a small family textiles firm based in the Scottish Borders. Run by Angela with a huge amount of technical and know how support from her Dad, Gerald - they have a wealth of experience in the weaving and textile trade - over 58 years to be exact!!
Their aim is to bring top quality tartan and tweed fabric, along with other Scottish goods and apparel (including Highland Wear) to their customers at the best possible value.
Angela is happy to speak to anyone at anytime in regards to their requirements - if you cannot see what you are looking for on the website give her a call - the number is on the website www.scotchtweed.co.uk and is a UK Freephone Number. They are on eBay as https://www.ebay.co.uk/str/scotchtweedmillshop and https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/ScotchTweed and  https://www.amazon.co.uk/Scotch-Tweed/b/ref=bl_dp_s_web_5659703031?ie=UTF8&node=5659703031&field-lbr_brands_browse-bin=Scotch+Tweed
To help suppport the podcast Angela has given a 10% discount code for listeners - type in CCCPodcast at checkout anytime.
 
 
Planet Womble or What would Sir David Attenborough Do
A new section talking about being a Steward of your Environment. This week www.plasticfreedom.co.uk Menstral products and Palm Oil reduction.
Retreat
One place has opened up for the retreat. Cost is £335. Full details on the Ravelry group or email me.
Swap
Christmas/Winter Decoration swap on the Caithness Craft Collective Ravelry Group. Posted by 1 December 2018.
Coming Up
Edinburgh Yarn Fest 21-23 March 2019
Me Me Me Section
Breathing Space by Veera Valimaki
Basic Sock by Ann Budd Using Rosedean Ryelands
Juris Mittens by Alexis Winslow
Nac Mac Feegles using Kati Galusz patterns of SpiderMan and Incredible Hulk
Library Corner - Collusion by Luke Harding and Perfect Death by Helen Fields
Operation GALCOTCAFC and GLLC
Refresh Health and Fitness Caithness Circuits https://www.facebook.com/Refresh-Health-Fitness-Caithness-1191468237682575/ for the video of the 12 days of Christmas circuits. You may laugh but only if you do them too.
ME SINGING, obviously the highlight of today's episode.
Shoppy Section
www.etsy.com/shop/caithnesscraft Or PayPal.Me/Caithnesscraft
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Louise Hunt on Raverly, Twitter, Pinterest, Facebook, Instagram as CaithnessCraft Podcast www.caithnesscraftcollective.podbean.com

Episode 198 - The Law of Murphy

This episode is kindly sponsored by
Scotch Tweed is a small family textiles firm based in the Scottish Borders. Run by Angela with a huge amount of technical and know how support from her Dad, Gerald - they have a wealth of experience in the weaving and textile trade - over 58 years to be exact!!
Their aim is to bring top quality tartan and tweed fabric, along with other Scottish goods and apparel (including Highland Wear) to their customers at the best possible value.
Angela is happy to speak to anyone at anytime in regards to their requirements - if you cannot see what you are looking for on the website give her a call - the number is on the website www.scotchtweed.co.uk and is a UK Freephone Number. They are on eBay as https://www.ebay.co.uk/str/scotchtweedmillshop and https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/ScotchTweed and  https://www.amazon.co.uk/Scotch-Tweed/b/ref=bl_dp_s_web_5659703031?ie=UTF8&node=5659703031&field-lbr_brands_browse-bin=Scotch+Tweed
To help suppport the podcast Angela has given a 10% discount code for listeners - type in CCCPodcast at checkout anytime.
Blether
The Law of Murphy = you will need this as soon as you can't find it or throw it out law.
Review
Caithness Heritage Yarns
Planet Womble or What would Sir David Attenborough Do
A new section talking about being a Steward of your Environment. This week Palm Oil, packaging and Razors.
Retreat
One place has opened up for the retreat. Cost is £335. Full details on the Ravelry group or email me.
Swap
Christmas/Winter Decoration swap on the Caithness Craft Collective Ravelry Group. Posted by 1 December 2018.
Coming Up
Edinburgh Yarn Fest 21-23 March 2019
Me Me Me Section
Breathing Space by Veera Valimaki
Basic Sock by Ann Budd Using Rosedean Ryelands
Juris Mittens by Alexis Winslow
Siren Capelet by Rosie Purnell of Pixel Atlantis using Moel View Bliss
Library Corner - Ian Rankin In a House of Lies
Operation GALCOTCAFC
https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/angela-lauder-24wodsin24hours?fbclid=IwAR3ycw2wDyexBrVOLS8wep0ArYyVX1GRc4j3W_T-ADliyFVPEM70Rp07n7U&utm_campaign=pfp-share&utm_content=Angela-Lauder-24WODSin24Hours&utm_medium=fundraisingpage&utm_source=Facebook&utm_term=6zG232Y6Y for Angela to do her 24 hour mad CrossFit madness.
Shoppy Section
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Louise Hunt on Raverly, Twitter, Pinterest, Facebook, Instagram as CaithnessCraft Podcast www.caithnesscraftcollective.podbean.com

Episode 197 - GALCOTCAFC

This episode is kindly sponsored by
Scotch Tweed is a small family textiles firm based in the Scottish Borders. Run by Angela with a huge amount of technical and know how support from her Dad, Gerald - they have a wealth of experience in the weaving and textile trade - over 58 years to be exact!!
Their aim is to bring top quality tartan and tweed fabric, along with other Scottish goods and apparel (including Highland Wear) to their customers at the best possible value.
Angela is happy to speak to anyone at anytime in regards to their requirements - if you cannot see what you are looking for on the website give her a call - the number is on the website www.scotchtweed.co.uk and is a UK Freephone Number. They are on eBay as https://www.ebay.co.uk/str/scotchtweedmillshop and https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/ScotchTweed and  https://www.amazon.co.uk/Scotch-Tweed/b/ref=bl_dp_s_web_5659703031?ie=UTF8&node=5659703031&field-lbr_brands_browse-bin=Scotch+Tweed
To help suppport the podcast Angela has given a 10% discount code for listeners - type in CCCPodcast at checkout anytime.
Wots e Craic
Knitsonik new pattern Polkadot
Sparkling Cider by Voolenvine
Knitting Vicarously Video Podcast on YouTube
Louleigh Video Podcast Advent Sock KAL
Ravelry Friend Tab
Review
A Stitch in Time - Heirloom Knitting Skills by Rita Taylor
Planet Womble or What would Sir David Attenborough Do
A new section talking about being a Steward of your Environment. This week Palm Oil. Also The Food For Fitness Podcast Episode 125 interview with Tristram Stuart talking about food waste
Swap
Christmas/Winter Decoration swap sign ups are open on the Caithness Craft Collective Ravelry Group. Post by 1 December 2018.
Coming Up
Edinburgh Yarn Fest 21-23 March 2019
Small Business Saturday
Me Me Me Section
Breathing Space by Veera Valimaki
Basic Sock by Ann Budd Using Rosedean Ryelands
Juris Mittens by Alexis Winslow
Siren Capelet by Rosie Purnell of Pixel Atlantis using Moel View Bliss
Library Corner -
Drams
Richard and I drink a Glenfarclas 105 Cask Strength Single Malt Whisky and John o Groat Brewery Beer.
Shoppy Section
www.etsy.com/shop/caithnesscraft Or PayPal.Me/Caithnesscraft
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Louise Hunt on Raverly, Twitter, Pinterest, Facebook, Instagram as CaithnessCraft Podcast www.caithnesscraftcollective.podbean.com

Episode 196 - The Full Measure

This episode is kindly sponsored by
Scotch Tweed is a small family textiles firm based in the Scottish Borders. Run by Angela with a huge amount of technical and know how support from her Dad, Gerald - they have a wealth of experience in the weaving and textile trade - over 58 years to be exact!!
Their aim is to bring top quality tartan and tweed fabric, along with other Scottish goods and apparel (including Highland Wear) to their customers at the best possible value.
Angela is happy to speak to anyone at anytime in regards to their requirements - if you cannot see what you are looking for on the website give her a call - the number is on the website www.scotchtweed.co.uk and is a UK Freephone Number. They are on eBay as https://www.ebay.co.uk/str/scotchtweedmillshop and https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/ScotchTweed and  https://www.amazon.co.uk/Scotch-Tweed/b/ref=bl_dp_s_web_5659703031?ie=UTF8&node=5659703031&field-lbr_brands_browse-bin=Scotch+Tweed
To help suppport the podcast Angela has given a 10% discount code for listeners - type in CCCPodcast at checkout anytime.
Blether
Measure, when is an inch not an inch and when to double check it. Watch out for Scooby Doo and his gang.
 
Wots e Craic
 
Wovember
Knitting Tortoise on Instagram
Knit Now Issue 94 - More ME.
World War 1 Centenary
Knitting Vicarously Video Podcast on YouTube
 
Swap
Christmas/Winter Decoration swap sign ups are open on the Caithness Craft Collective Ravelry Group. Sign up by 15 November 2018 to post by 1 December 2018.
Coming Up
Edinburgh Yarn Fest 21-23 March 2019
Me Me Me Section
Breathing Space by Veera Valimaki
Basic Sock by Ann Budd Using Rosedean Ryelands
Juris Mittens by Alexis Winslow
Pennyroyal Hat by Tracy Lambert
Siren Capelet by Rosie Purnell of Pixel Atlantis using Moel View Bliss
Persion Blanket by Janie Crowfoot
Library Corner - Stuart MacBride - Now we are dead and The Blood Road
Drams
Richard and I drink 6 miniatures from the Dramathon Marathon.
Shoppy Section
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Louise Hunt on Raverly, Twitter, Pinterest, Facebook, Instagram as CaithnessCraft Podcast www.caithnesscraftcollective.podbean.com

Episode 195 - I'm Not Angry, I'm Disappointed

This episode is kindly sponsored by
Scotch Tweed is a small family textiles firm based in the Scottish Borders. Run by Angela with a huge amount of technical and know how support from her Dad, Gerald - they have a wealth of experience in the weaving and textile trade - over 58 years to be exact!!
Their aim is to bring top quality tartan and tweed fabric, along with other Scottish goods and apparel (including Highland Wear) to their customers at the best possible value.
Angela is happy to speak to anyone at anytime in regards to their requirements - if you cannot see what you are looking for on the website give her a call - the number is on the website www.scotchtweed.co.uk and is a UK Freephone Number. They are on eBay as https://www.ebay.co.uk/str/scotchtweedmillshop and https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/ScotchTweed and  https://www.amazon.co.uk/Scotch-Tweed/b/ref=bl_dp_s_web_5659703031?ie=UTF8&node=5659703031&field-lbr_brands_browse-bin=Scotch+Tweed
To help suppport the podcast Angela has given a 10% discount code for listeners - type in CCCPodcast at checkout anytime.
Blether
I'm not Angry, I'm Disappointed. Yup Podbean App, I'm looking at you.
What to do when things are not going to plan. You listen to me, thats what you do.
Wots e Craic
 
HiCoos, or LouiseCoo's. Let me hear yours.
Siren Capelet by Rosie Purnell of Pixel Atlantis
 
Popcornandcrocodiles http://www.popcornandcrocodiles.co.uk/
Woolly Wormhead's Lateralis collection https://www.woollywormhead.com/lateralis/
Amy Herzog's Ultimate Sweater Book https://amyherzogdesigns.com/product/ultimate-sweater-book/
Knitting Vicarously Video Podcast on YouTube
Review Section
Caithness Croft Yarn from John Glen https://beardychiel.uk/product/caithness-croft-yarn-cogle-2017
 
Retreat  2019
The retreat is now full but please let me know if you would like to be on a reserve list. Please note if you haven't paid, its due by 1 November 2018.
Swap
Christmas/Winter Decoration swap sign ups are open on the Caithness Craft Collective Ravelry Group. Sign up by 15 November 2018 to post by 1 December 2018.
Coming Up
Loch Ness Knit Fest 19-21 October 2018
Edinburgh Yarn Fest 21-23 March 2019
Me Me Me Section
Breathing Space by Veera Valimaki
Basic Sock by Ann Budd
Falcon by Kati Galusz
Juris Mittens by Alexis Winslow
Knit Now Issue 93 Paddington
Shoppy Section
www.etsy.com/shop/caithnesscraft Or PayPal.Me/Caithnesscraft
Blah Blah Blaaaa Section
Louise Hunt on Raverly, Twitter, Pinterest, Facebook, Instagram as CaithnessCraft Podcast www.caithnesscraftcollective.podbean.com

Episode 194 - Woo Perth Zoomies

This episode is kindly sponsored by
Scotch Tweed is a small family textiles firm based in the Scottish Borders. Run by Angela with a huge amount of technical and know how support from her Dad, Gerald - they have a wealth of experience in the weaving and textile trade - over 58 years to be exact!!
Their aim is to bring top quality tartan and tweed fabric, along with other Scottish goods and apparel (including Highland Wear) to their customers at the best possible value.
Angela is happy to speak to anyone at anytime in regards to their requirements - if you cannot see what you are looking for on the website give her a call - the number is on the website www.scotchtweed.co.uk and is a UK Freephone Number. They are on eBay as https://www.ebay.co.uk/str/scotchtweedmillshop and https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/ScotchTweed and  https://www.amazon.co.uk/Scotch-Tweed/b/ref=bl_dp_s_web_5659703031?ie=UTF8&node=5659703031&field-lbr_brands_browse-bin=Scotch+Tweed
To help suppport the podcast Angela has given a 10% discount code for listeners - type in CCCPodcast at checkout anytime.
Blether
Run down of Perth Festival of Yarn
Thoughts of Dogs Tweets
Tipsy Knits Podcast (Audio)
Siren Capelet by Rosie Purnell of Pixel Atlantis
Rusty Ferret
Grainaig Creations Podcast (Youtube)
Stitch with Spirit 966 (Youtube)
BeardyChiel Podcast (Youtube)
Neveratalooseend Blog https://neveratalooseend.blogspot.com/
Giddy Knits Podcast (Youtube)
Popcornandcrocodiles http://www.popcornandcrocodiles.co.uk/
Interview with Barbara Robson re Caithness Heritage Yarns
 
Wots e Craic
Socks by Ruthcrafts https://www.ravelry.com/designers/ruth-crafts
TealTember
Shetland Wool Week
Retreat  2019
The retreat is now open to you for booking. Price £335 Dates 30.5.19 - 2.6.19 Please message me for form.
Coming Up
Loch Ness Knit Fest 19-21 October 2018
Edinburgh Yarn Fest 21-23 March 2019 Classes available to book on 13.10.19
Me Me Me Section
Breathing Space by Veera Valimaki
http://modeknit.com/ for the $4 Split Cable Whimple Pattern
Basic Sock by Ann Budd
Falcon by Kati Galusz
Juris Mittens by Alexis Winslow
Knit Now Issue 93 Paddington
 
Shoppy Section
www.etsy.com/shop/caithnesscraft Or PayPal.Me/Caithnesscraft
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Louise Hunt on Raverly, Twitter, Pinterest, Facebook, Instagram as CaithnessCraft Podcast www.caithnesscraftcollective.podbean.com

Episode 193 - Snippets

This episode is kindly sponsored by
Scotch Tweed is a small family textiles firm based in the Scottish Borders. Run by Angela with a huge amount of technical and know how support from her Dad, Gerald - they have a wealth of experience in the weaving and textile trade - over 58 years to be exact!!
Their aim is to bring top quality tartan and tweed fabric, along with other Scottish goods and apparel (including Highland Wear) to their customers at the best possible value.
Angela is happy to speak to anyone at anytime in regards to their requirements - if you cannot see what you are looking for on the website give her a call - the number is on the website www.scotchtweed.co.uk and is a UK Freephone Number. They are on eBay as https://www.ebay.co.uk/str/scotchtweedmillshop and https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/ScotchTweed and  https://www.amazon.co.uk/Scotch-Tweed/b/ref=bl_dp_s_web_5659703031?ie=UTF8&node=5659703031&field-lbr_brands_browse-bin=Scotch+Tweed
To help suppport the podcast Angela has given a 10% discount code for listeners - type in CCCPodcast at checkout anytime.
Blether
Snippets and what to do with them
Colonel Mustard and the Djon 5. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C07Xk0wehiM This has to be my stand out moment of Belladrum 2018 (video from 2017, there were loads more people there this year).
Wots e Craic
Pom Pom Quarterly Issue 26 Especially for Maddie Harvey's shawl and the front cover model. I love her.
How to Kitchener without ears https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eFHXnvfmoBE
 
Review
100 Little Knitted Projects by Sarah Keen
Swap
Coming Up
Perth http://perthfestivalofyarn.uk/ 8 & 9 September 2018. Full vendor and Tutor list is out now. I am going to be an official podcaster so will see you then.
Loch Ness Knit Fest 19-21 October
Me Me Me Section
Arboreal by Jennifer Steingass
Breathing Space by Veera Valimaki
http://modeknit.com/ for the $4 Split Cable Whimple Pattern
Basic Sock by Ann Budd
Incredible Hulk by Kati Galusz
Drams
Glen Keith Single Malt
Shoppy Section
www.etsy.com/shop/caithnesscraft Or PayPal.Me/Caithnesscraft
Blah Blah Blaaaa Section
Louise Hunt on Raverly, Twitter, Pinterest, Facebook, Instagram as CaithnessCraft Podcast www.caithnesscraftcollective.podbean.com

Episode 192 - Scotch Tweed and Rupert Bear Scarves

This episode has language you may wish to save your little ones from hearing so please note (2 words).
This episode is kindly sponsored by
Scotch Tweed is a small family textiles firm based in the Scottish Borders. Run by Angela with a huge amount of technical and know how support from her Dad, Gerald - they have a wealth of experience in the weaving and textile trade - over 58 years to be exact!!
Their aim is to bring top quality tartan and tweed fabric, along with other Scottish goods and apparel (including Highland Wear) to their customers at the best possible value.
Angela is happy to speak to anyone at anytime in regards to their requirements - if you cannot see what you are looking for on the website give her a call - the number is on the website www.scotchtweed.co.uk and is a UK Freephone Number. They are on eBay as https://www.ebay.co.uk/str/scotchtweedmillshop and https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/ScotchTweed and  https://www.amazon.co.uk/Scotch-Tweed/b/ref=bl_dp_s_web_5659703031?ie=UTF8&node=5659703031&field-lbr_brands_browse-bin=Scotch+Tweed
To help suppport the podcast Angela has given a 10% discount code for listeners - type in CCCPodcast at checkout anytime.
Blether
Thistles and things that are jaggy. Where I state my case against the trolls and invite you to say no to the Baron.
Wots e Craic
Visiting Ireland - This is Knit in Dublin https://www.thisisknit.ie/
Orkney Organic deodrant bars - https://orkney-organics.myshopify.com/
Vintage in Stitches is starting a new yarn dying business Theseusyarns and you can find that on Instagram
Interview
I have a lovely interview with show sponsor Angela of Scotch Tweed fame.
Review
Your Crochet & Knitting Magazine
Swap
Coming Up
Perth http://perthfestivalofyarn.uk/ 8 & 9 September 2018. Full vendor and Tutor list is out now. I am going to be an official podcaster so will see you then.
Loch Ness Knit Fest 19-21 October
Me Me Me Section
Arboreal by Jennifer Steingass
Checkbox Cowl by Twinset Ellen
Breathing Space by Veera Valimaki
Shoppy Section
www.etsy.com/shop/caithnesscraft Or PayPal.Me/Caithnesscraft
Blah Blah Blaaaa Section
Louise Hunt on Raverly, Twitter, Pinterest, Facebook, Instagram as CaithnessCraft Podcast www.caithnesscraftcollective.podbean.com

Episode 191 - Blue and Red

This episode is kindly sponsored by
Scotch Tweed is a small family textiles firm based in the Scottish Borders. Run by Angela with a huge amount of technical and know how support from her Dad, Gerald - they have a wealth of experience in the weaving and textile trade - over 57 years to be exact!!
Their aim is to bring top quality tartan and tweed fabric, along with other Scottish goods and apparel (including Highland Wear) to their customers at the best possible value.
Angela is happy to speak to anyone at anytime in regards to their requirements - if you cannot see what you are looking for on the website give her a call - the number is on the website www.scotchtweed.co.uk and is a UK Freephone Number.
Blether
Red and Blue
Interview with Michael Sheridan of http://www.sheridanviolins.com/  which are absolutely beautiful.
Wots e Craic
https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/GardeningWitch for beautiful shawl pins, stitch holders and project bags.
https://www.shetlandsoap.co.uk/ for lovely soaps
https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/PearlandPlum for goregous bags from Vivian
Swap
Coming Up
Perth http://perthfestivalofyarn.uk/ 8 & 9 September 2018. Full vendor and Tutor list is out now. I am going to be an official podcaster so will see you then.
Loch Ness Knit Fest 19-21 October
Me Me Me Section
Arboreal by Jennifer Steingass
Checkbox Cowl by Twinset Ellen
Breathing Space by Veera Valimaki
Shoppy Section
www.etsy.com/shop/caithnesscraft Or PayPal.Me/Caithnesscraft
Blah Blah Blaaaa Section
Louise Hunt on Raverly, Twitter, Pinterest, Facebook, Instagram as CaithnessCraft Podcast www.caithnesscraftcollective.podbean.com

Episode 190 - Sitting listening for Cuckoos

Run down of the 2018 retreat