Italian Red Cardinal, Dario Tubiana | Fiberchats, Episode:59 Fiberchats 2026-09-18 | Italian Red Cardinal, Dario Tubiana | Fiberchats, Episode:59
Pascuali Series, Episode 1: Organically Certified Yarns Fiberchats 2025-09-30 | To order Pascuali yarn:https://www.pascuali.de/?ref=fiberchatsTo order Rosy Green Yarns: rosygreenwool.com/?ref=fiberchats
The Passion Knit Spinner, Tracy Lew | Fiberchats, Episode: 338 Fiberchats 2025-09-27 | Instagram: instagram.com/schnueffeltierRavelry: ravelry.com/projects/schnueffeltierGoodreads: goodreads.com/user/show/29985126-schnueffeltierPinterest: https://www.pinterest.de/ThePassioKnitSpinner/Ko-Fi: ko-fi.com/thepassioknitspinnerMy Patreon is here: patreon.com/thepassioknitspinnerMy Designs on Ravelry: ravelry.com/designers/theresia-lewMy website: https://thepassioknitspinner.deThe Red Bubble shop is here: redbubble.com/de/people/PassioKnit/shop?asc=u&ref=account-nav-dropdown
Queen Box: A Box Of Royal Fiber Treasures | Fiberchats, Episode: 337 Fiberchats 2025-09-24 | La Cave à Laine is a small atelier in Alsace, France, where Sara Maternini designs and creates hand-dyed and hand-printed bags made of natural materials. She also curates a small collection of luxury haberdashery for crafter's, and designs modern knitting patterns.Short Bio:Sara Maternini is the designer and maker behind La Cave à LaineLinks:Where to buy:lacavealaine.com/products/queens-box-2025InstagramRavelryPenny Lane Yarns is a deying studio specialized in high-quality natural wool and yarn, based in Zurich, Switzerland.The studio was born out of Deborah's passion for colors and knitting.Website:www.pennylaneyarns.comInstagram:pennylaneyarns
Ogfra Knits Fiberchats 2025-09-20 | Keren Ruth Osapir is an architect and yarn enthusiast who blends her design background with the world of knitting and crochet. She not only teaches the craft but also builds community as the founder of Pic.andKnit, an initiative that brings fiber lovers together through creative events like picnics, high teas, and workshops.MY LINKS.INSTAGRAM.@ogfra_knitsinstagram.com/ogfra_knits?igsh=MW9kemZqejk5dmUxcw==@missosapirinstagram.com/missosapir?igsh=MWk4cjF4cGlhODFxbw==@pic.andknitinstagram.com/pic.andknit?igsh=ZmM2c244MjJyNTM2TIKTOK@ogfra_knitstiktok.com/@ogfraknits?_t=ZM-8zibTEdVZzx&_r=1@miss osapirtiktok.com/@missosapir?_t=ZM-8zibXklLGpa&_r=1@pic.andknit tiktok.com/@pic.andknit?_t=ZM-8zibbfiY4JB&_r=1YOUTUBE@miss osapir.youtube.com/@missosapir?si=5oV3d_A81KLiM8QvSPOTIFY @stitchtalkwithogfraopen.spotify.com/show/40r9ZlSu77zPB8qbXI8o4r?si=ZBzO2IewQoCoFHm3qIpjYwPREPLY.(Book classes)https://preply.in/KEREN6EN29882956Official email to book zoom classes.ogfraknitsofficial@gmail.com
Textiles And Treasures of India With TreLiz | Fiberchats, Episode: 336 Fiberchats 2025-09-17 | To register for Tour:rowantreetravel.wetravel.com/trips/2026-textiles-treasures-of-india-with-treliz-rowan-tree-travel-41233652TreLiz Online Store:https://treliz.eu/
New Wave Fibre: Interview With Emily McIvor and Jodi Schamberger Fiberchats, Episode: 335 Fiberchats 2025-09-13 | New Wave Fibre started out as friends, Emily McIvor and Jodi Schamberger: Two sheep farmers on two of the Southern Gulf Islands located on the West Coast of British Columbia. We raise fibre primary flocks of sheep and work with a series of Canadian wool mills to create stunning hand dyed and natural coloured yarns, roving and raw and washed wool for you!Over the past years we have settled comfortably into our preferred roles. Jodi has more sheep and provides more fleeces. She also does most of our lichen dyeing for hat kits. Emily has fewer sheep but she manages all of the interactions with the mills including yarn design and shipping. Emily does the production dyeing; the marketing and the web based communications. Jodi grew up in New Zealand where sheep are everywhere and when she moved to Canada in her teens, she trained as an animal trainer, working with livestock guardian dogs and draft horses near Hazelton before relocating to Pender Island where she also grows organic blueberries on a historic 160 acre farm.Emily grew up in Victoria where a background in working class politics and art informed her work in the areas of community food systems development and landscape design and installation. She moved to Thetis Island where she stewards 70 acres of mixed forest and farmland and raises sheep. Aside from our lovely shared flock of sheep, what we have in common is a passionate belief in environmental and social sustainability; a fascination for creating our own clothes and domestic textiles. And a love of New Wave music!
Meet DanDoh Designer, Yumiko Alexander | Fiberchats, Episode: 334 Fiberchats 2025-09-06 | DanDoh is a knitwear design and yarn company by Yumiko Alexander.DanDoh knitwear focus is no shaping (→ easy to knit), customizable length/width/sleeves to your preference (→ make your own style), and unique finished product.Website: dandoh.comRavelry: ravelry.com/designers/yumiko-alexanderInstagram: instagram.com/dandoh.designsFB: facebook.com/DanDohYumikoAlexanderBook I mentioned: Tinker, Dabble, Doodle, Try by Dr. Srini Pillayhttps://a.co/d/aRxVWmU
Fission Knitting for Designers & Knitting Teachers with Mary Martin Fiberchats 2025-08-28 | Fission Knitting for Designers & Knitting Teachers with Mary Martin.Unlock an innovative approach to colorwork with Fission Knitting, a technique that allows you to create stunning reversible fabrics with different cabled motifs on each side!Join Mary Martin, the creator of Fission Knitting, for a comprehensive 6-hour workshop designed specifically for Knitting Teachers & Designers!Class listing & registration:peacetreefiberadventures.com/fission-knitting-workshop
Alpine Stitches, Interview With Anne-Sophie Chiarello-Bell | Fiberchats, Episode: 333 Fiberchats 2025-08-23 | Alpine Stitches is named after both the place I call home—rural, mountainous Switzerland—and the many forms of stitching I love: knitting, embroidery, and couture sewing. Rooted in the rich textile traditions of the Swiss Alps and inspired by the fine craftswomanship of my ancestors, Alpine Stitches offers regular classes as well as thoughtfully designed patterns and kits. My focus lies in intricate designs and advanced knitting techniques, drawing especially from the Shetlandic knitting traditions that captivate me with their technical complexity and artistry. Through this work, I aim to explore the creative possibilities of textile craft while helping preserve and pass on its valuable knowledge.Links - Website: alpinestitches.chInstagram: @alpinestitches.ch
Flock 2025 And Other Summer Travels Fiberchats 2025-08-16 | My meeting with @knit365blog youtube.com/watch?v=aHodC7qLMXQ&t=20sWoolen Women Fibers Advent:woolenwomenfiber.com/products/a-swiss-christmas-market-countdown?_pos=2&_sid=24fadf47c&_ss=rLaine Magazine Preorder:lainepublishing.com/en-us/products/laine-magazine-issue-26
Felted Jewelry by Jeanne Letourneux | Fiberchats, Episode: 332 Fiberchats 2025-08-09 | About Tournie – Handcrafted Wool Jewelry & Felting ArtFounded in 2018 by Jeanne Letourneux, Tournie creates nature-inspired jewelry and wearable art using traditional wool felting techniques. Based in St-Élie-de-Caxton, Quebec, each piece is hand-sculpted from 100% natural merino wool, celebrating organic forms like wildflowers, mushrooms, and ferns with poetic realism.What defines Tournie:● Artisan Craftsmanship – Every piece is handfelted (wet + needle techniques), ensuring uniqueness.● Sustainable Design – Plastic-free, biodegradable materials, and low-waste production.● Wearable Stories – Jewelry that feels alive, blending botanical beauty with everyday versatility.Beyond jewelry, Jeanne shares her passion through felting workshops, teaching groups and communities the art of transforming wool into tiny, tactile treasures.For those who cherish:✓ Slow fashion with a connection to nature✓ Local Quebec craftsmanship✓ Conversation-starting accessories
Sigrún Arna Aradóttir, Nature Inspired Designs In Iceland | Fiberchats, Episode: 332 Fiberchats 2025-08-06 | I started to knit when I was 8 years old, we learn it in school in Iceland, barbie blanket was on of my first items.I knitted my first sweater 14 years a Lopapeysa for me and kept on knitting, not with out stopping but I also have crochet and een in Quilting. My first sweater, Lopapeysa which I think is a very good item to begin with, easy patterns and the „plötulopi“is very delicate, so you will also need to be careful so you will not be putting the Lopi together all the time 😉.Knitted a lot for my kids and gave lot of items for presents. The grandma of my firstborn was a really artis and could just sit down and make some artwork in clothes or on paper and I envied her a lot for her talent and never thought that one day I would be creating pattern myself. . I have been creating and following my ideas for many years, but it all started 2019 when I sent in my first pattern in a competition (and I did not win, as well) and it felt like it had been opened for waterfall, the ideas flowed and still do 😊. The first year from middle of July I made 3 patterns, and the second years was some kind of blooming, I made 16 patterns and some of them are like 2 in 1, hat and mitten but I just counted as one. The next following years I have been making from 5-10 patterns pr year, and I still have some patterns I have not already published, and some are just not meant to be published.Starting up this mini business, last 6 years, it has been a lot of work but I´m so happy that I have gone this road it has given me a lot, my kids have helped me a lot and then I have got a very talented and nice crew in Manitoba who test knits for me and have endless patient for my misspelling and asking stupid questions 😉.I am very fascinated by the Icelandic nature, so it is kind of my main items in the pattern if I don´t make a pattern of some flowers, northern lights or volcano I give my patterns the name of the mountains and Glaciers. At my web page and in my patterns, I write a little bit about were I get the idea of the pattern, every pattern has a story.This has been a very educational time for me and giving me a lot, when my kids grew up and I did not have so much to do, this came and I really love it even if I must work with it as well, so to say outside my business. Now I have got my two longtime hobbies, combined, knitting and taking photos. I take 95% of the photos I use and very often I go outside to take photos of the items. I think they look much better if I take the photos outside than a studio photo, which are though very necessary so people can see better the details in the pattern.https://natturuprjon.is/facebook.com/natturuprjon.isyoutube.com/@Natturuprjon, Teaching videos for my patterns.instagram.com/natturuprjon
Erin Toews, Mosaic Crochet | Fiberchats, Episode: 331 Fiberchats 2025-07-26 | To sign up for Crochet Summit: Mosaic Mastery Toolkitjuniperandoakes.thrivecart.com/mcs-mosaic-mastery-toolkit/partnerErin is the crochet designer, teacher, author, and yarn-fluencer behind Juniper & Oakes, where she empowers makers to learn new skills through modern, approachable patterns. She specializes in overlay mosaic crochet and loves helping adventurous crocheters explore this stunning technique. Through CALs, tutorials, and thoughtful designs, Erin creates opportunities for growth, creativity, and connection—one stitch at a time.www.juniperandoakes.cominstagram.com/juniperandoakesfacebook.com/juniperandoakesyoutube.com/@UCuPV5bnaylKULZfE6LvkgKQ ravelry.com/stores/juniper--oakesetsy.com/shop/JuniperAndOakes
Ina Dyreborg, Storytelling Through Tufting | Fiberchats, Episode: 330 Fiberchats 2025-07-19 | My name is Ina Dyreborg, and I’m a textile artist. I’m passionate about tufting and visual storytelling, and I enjoy working with the Danella needle and yarn. In my free time, I love walking my dog, cooking, sewing (something I should do more often), listening to music, going to concerts and exhibitions, or spending time with friends and family. I’m always curious and love learning new things.dyreborgstudio.comIG: dyreborgstudioTikTok: dyreborgstudioFacebook: Dyreborg
Crafted For Courage | Fiberchats, Episode: 329 Fiberchats 2025-07-12 | Crafted for Courage is a public art and fundraising movement in support of women who have experienced violence. On May 10th, 2025, the first edition of the project transformed the lobby of Place Ville Marie in Montreal with an installation of over 300 handmade blankets, each crafted from thousands of knitted and crocheted squares donated by volunteers from across Canada.Brought to life by a grassroots network of makers, organisers, and supporters, Crafted for Courage raised nearly $70,000 for four Montreal-based organisations doing life-changing work every day:Auberge Shalom pour femmesChez DorisFondation ChaînonNative Women’s Shelter of MontrealEvery blanket is a statement of solidarity, a token of hope, and a step toward creating a future rooted in care and community. Together, we’re crafting change—one stitch at a time.🔗 Learn more: notabenecourage.caThe term “nota bene” stems from the Latin “note well” and is often used to call attention to particularly important details or information being shared.The N.B. Nota Bene Foundation was founded by Nori Bortoluzzi and—inspired by the shared initials—embodies the spirit of "nota bene," urging us to pay keen attention.We believe in the power of taking note and taking action. Our goal is to catalyse positive change through innovative projects and community collaboration.We don't just observe; we actively listen, learn, and lead.
3D Botanical Embroidery With Melissa Galbraith | Fiberchats, Episode: 328 Fiberchats 2025-07-05 | Melissa Galbraith is the fiber artist behind MCreativeJ. She was born and raised in the desert of Washington state where her mother instilled a love of making things by hand at an early age. Melissa shares her love of nature through whimsical and modern hand embroidery kits, hands-on workshops, and her books: 3D Botanical Embroidery & Stumpwork, How to Embroider Texture and Pattern, and DIY Embroidered Shoes. Company info:MCreativeJ creates natures inspired hand embroidery kits and patterns for the modern maker. You can find us online at mcreativej.com. Follow us on:Instagram @mcreativejFacebook: @mcreativejYouTube: @mcreativejPinterest: @mcreativej
Travel With Us To Uzbekistan Fiberchats 2025-06-28 | rowantreetravel.wetravel.com/trips/2026-textiles-treasures-of-uzbekistan-w-fiberchats-rowan-tree-travel-25758960This tour is open exclusively to Fiberchats' followers until August 1, 2025. After that it will be open to general public.rowantreetravel.netAnna Turk, Marketing Coordinator & Fiber AmbassadorAnna is an avid knitter and fledgling spinner with a general passion for all things fiber and textile. After being intimidated early in her crafting, Anna feels strongly about creating a welcoming environment within the fiber community for people of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds. She enjoys knitting and fiber traveling, test and service knitting, a good challenge (knitting or otherwise), and is likely to have at least 3 WIPs at any one time. She lives with her husband and fur babies (dogs) in Minnesota.
Most Requested Interview: Roxanne Richardson Shares Her Journey | Fiberchats, Episode: 327 Fiberchats 2025-06-21 | In this episode of Fiberchats, Roxanne Richardson shares her inspiring journey from passionate knitter to beloved YouTube educator and TKGA Certified Master Knitter. We talk about how she built her channel, what motivates her to teach, and her experience with The Knitting Guild Association’s Master Hand Knitter program. Roxanne opens up about the challenges, the learning process, and what it really takes to master the craft. A must-watch for knitters curious about going deeper with technique and knowledge.
The Yarn Rebels, Interview With Krystal Grichen | Fiberchats, Episode: 326 Fiberchats 2025-06-18 | Yarn Rebels is more than just a business—it’s a movementpowered by Krystal’s unapologetic authenticity. A happilymarried music lover and proud mother , Krystal thrives on love,laughter , and a touch of rebellion.Growing up in rural Alberta with her younger brother andclose-knit family, she discovered her passion for arts and craftsthrough her grandmother and mother. Years of experimentingwith her mom’s old supplies eventually led her to her first yarnfestival, where she fell in love with the vibrant fiber artscommunity.Now, nearly a decade later , Krystal travels across Alberta, unitinglike-minded yarn enthusiasts wherever she goes. Her journeywasn’t without challenges—a love for craft beer , a cheeky senseof humor , and an unfiltered personality set her apart from moretraditional crafters. However , rather than conforming, Krystalembraced her uniqueness and created a knit night forunconventional makers, fostering deep connections andigniting the Yarn Rebels spirit.Krystal’s love for the Alberta Prairies and Rocky Mountains fuelsher creativity and sense of adventure. T o fulfill her soul andshare these experiences with others, she founded Rebel HeartRetreats—a space that blends creativity, community, and thebeauty of nature into unforgettable experiences. Yarn Rebelscelebrates inclusivity, boldness, and fierce authenticity. It’s abrand for creative enthusiasts who value being real over beingadmired.Through the ups and downs of life—including a globalpandemic, the milestone of turning 40, and a healthcrisis—Krystal has embraced the mantra:Be unapologetically yourself, and you will find your people.Contact InformationWebsite The Yarn RebelsInstagram The Yarn Rebels IGFacebook The Yarn Rebels FBEmail info@theyarnrebels.com
From Fleece To Yarn, Interview With Christoph Vetsch | Fiberchats, Episode: 325 Fiberchats 2025-06-14 | In this inspiring episode of Fiberchats, we travel to the heart of Switzerland to meet the passionate team behind Wollspinnerei Vetsch, a small but mighty wool mill preserving the art of traditional spinning. 🐑✨Join us as we talk about:✅ The fascinating journey of raw fleece to finished yarn✅ Their commitment to sustainability and working with local farmers✅ The challenges and rewards of running a family-owned spinning mill✅ How their yarns reflect the unique character of Swiss woolWhether you’re a knitter, spinner, or simply curious about where your yarn comes from, this conversation will give you a deeper appreciation for the craftsmanship and care that goes into every skein.🔗 Follow Wollspinnerei Vetsch on Instagram: @wollspinnereivetsch📺 Don’t forget to subscribe to Fiberchats for more interviews with makers, dyers, designers, and fiber artists from around the world!
Emma De La Laine, World of Felting and Modern Fiber Arts | Fiberchats, Episode: 324 Fiberchats 2025-06-11 | Emma DuBois is a multimedia artist specializing in needle felting. She's been felting since she was 12 years old when her mother gave her a kit for Christmas. Emma spent her teenage years experimenting and reading books about felting, and taking commissions for sculptures. She then attended the National theatre school of Canada for Set and Costume design, which helped inform her fusion of needle felting with clothing. She is inspired by her travels in Central, North America and Europe, as well as her time spent hiking and mountain climbing. In addition to felting, Emma sews, paints, writes poetry, throws pots and sculpts clay, and works with wood. She is also bilingual in French, and speaks some Spanish. Links:www.delalainedesign.cominstagram.com/emmadelalaineyoutube.com/@emmadelalainetiktok.com/@emmadelalainepatreon.com/EmmaDeLaLainefacebook.com/emmadelalainehttps://bsky.app/profile/delalaine.bsky.social
A Yarn Market, Interview With Ali Dillingham | Fiberchats, Episode: 323 Fiberchats 2025-06-07 | A Yarn Market opened its doors in January 2024, creating a hub for creativity and community in Carmel, Indiana. Founded by Ali Dillingham, A Yarn Market was born from a passion for making knitting and crochet more accessible to everyone. Ali refers to knitting as "yarn therapy," recognizing its power to strengthen mental health.More than a shop, A Yarn Market is a warm, welcoming space where individuals of all ages and skill levels come together to learn and create.Whether you've been creating for years or picking up knitting needles for the first time, you'll find inspiration and high-quality yarn. Locally dyed selections from Indiana adorn the shelves, sure to inspire makers of all skill levels.website: ayarnmarket.comIG: instagram.com/ayarnmarketFB: facebook.com/ayarnmarketYT: youtube.com/@AYarnMarket
Golden Earth Designs Knitting-Inspired Pottery | Fiberchats, Episode: 322 Fiberchats 2025-06-04 | Nestled in the foothills of the Adirondacks, Golden Earth Designs is a one-woman pottery studio crafting beautiful small-batch stoneware for all your daily rituals. From your next favorite mug to buttons, notions, and thoughtfully designed kitchenware, each piece is lovingly made by hand by owner and maker Sara Davis.A lifelong knitter and fiber enthusiast, Sara’s love for textiles shines through in her work — whether she’s painting quilt patterns on mugs or knitting cozy sweaters. Her philosophy? Art isn’t just meant to hang on walls — it’s meant to be held, used, and loved every day.Links:www.goldenearthdesigns.comwww.instagram.com/goldenearthdesigns
Crafting Luxury Hand-Dyed Yarns In Switzerland, Atelier Edelfaden | Fiberchats, Episode: 321 Fiberchats 2025-05-31 | Join us for an exclusive interview with the founder of Atelier edelfaden, the Swiss studio renowned for its exquisite hand-dyed yarns. Discover the artistry behind their unique dyeing processes, the inspiration drawn from natural fibers like Merino, Cashmere, Yak, and Camel, and how they create vibrant colorways that captivate knitters worldwide.In this conversation, we delve into the journey of building a brand that blends traditional craftsmanship with modern design. Learn about their commitment to quality, the challenges of sustainable production, and the community events that bring fiber enthusiasts together.🔗 Explore more:Website: www.edelfaden.comFacebook: facebook.com/edelfadenInstagram: @edelfaden
Interview With Heather Radl, Rowan Tree Travels | Fiberchats, Episode: 320 Fiberchats 2025-05-28 | In this inspiring interview, we sit down with Heather Radl, the passionate founder and owner of Rowan Tree Travel, a boutique travel company known for crafting immersive, sustainable, and creative travel experiences. Heather shares the story behind Rowan Tree Travel’s mission, the unique travel experiences they offer for fiber artists and creatives, and how she brings together community, culture, and craftsmanship through curated journeys around the world.Discover how Heather turned her love for meaningful travel and textile traditions into a thriving business, how she partners with local artisans, and her vision for the future of eco-conscious group travel.Whether you’re a travel enthusiast, entrepreneur, or fiber art lover, this interview offers rich insights into building a purpose-driven travel brand and connecting people through creativity and culture.rowantreetravel.net
Knit City Montreal 2025 Recap: Vendors, yarn Hauls & Community Highlights Fiberchats 2025-05-22 | Welcome to my recap of Knit City Montreal 2025!In this video, I take you inside one of Canada’s most exciting fiber arts events. Whether you’re into knitting, crochet, felting, spinning, or just love the yarn community, there’s something here for you!🎥 What you’ll see in this video:Stunning booths from indie dyers & fiber artistsYarn hauls & must-see productsBehind-the-scenes momentsMeetups, & creative inspiration
Reversible Knitting With Cecelia Campochiaro | Fiberchats, Episode: 319 Fiberchats 2025-05-10 | This is an interview with Knitwear Designer and Author, Cecelia Campochiaro.For the US the distributor is Schoolhouse Press. Books can be ordered directly from them at www.schoolhousepress.com. Yarn shops can order wholesale from them at info@schoolhousepress.com.For Canada, Julie Asselin is the wholesale distributor. Yarn shops can order from her at info@julie-asselin.com. For Europe, Ito Yarn is the wholesale distributor. Yarn shops can order at info@ito-yarn.com. "Cecelia Campochiaro appeared on the knitting scene in 2015 with her debut book, Sequence Knitting. Knitting was acasual pastime until she had an ah-ha moment in 2010 and realized that interesting textured fabrics could be created bythe simple repetition of a sequence of stitches. This idea evolved and led to her writing Sequence Knitting, which is areference book about this mindful approach to knitting.In 2020 Cecelia released Making Marls. Making marls, the act of working multiple strands together as one, is an oldtechnique, but has rarely been written about as an important technique in handknitting. By holding yarns of differentcolors or textures together while knitting, knitters can create their own yarn and color combinations to create endlesspossibilities.Reversible Knitting is Cecelia’s latest book and began as a sequel to Sequence Knitting. In this book she tackles how tocreate a wide range of patterns that look the same on both sides. While there are other books that have been publishedon this subject, none are as comprehensive.Cecelia lives in Silicon Valley, where for many years she developed specialized microscopes used in computer chipmanufacturing. Textiles, photography and the arts have been a lifelong passion running in parallel with her technical life.In high school and college even though her main studies were in the sciences, she studied drawing, printmaking,ceramics, and photography. Today she is fully dedicated to the fiber world and “unventing” new ways to make amazingknit fabrics."
How To Become A Knitfluencer, Interview With Adam Cleevely. | Fiberchats, Episode: 318 Fiberchats 2025-05-07 | Former business executive turned passionate knitter. After leading companies as COO/CEO across varied industries, I discovered knitting just over 3 years ago and haven't looked back. Cambridge-based consultant by day, pattern designer by night (and to be honest, lots of days too). On Instagram, I share techniques, insights, and the simple joy of creating. My secret? I’m passionate about tackling something new with every project. cleevelyknits.comyoutube.com/@UCbbXF6tDMdqR5VQt6EAQT7Q instagram.com/cleevelyknits?igsh=MW5vdDc1MDZ5bzRxOQ%3D%3D&utm_source=qrravelry.com/people/Adamcleevely1
Shawls, Intarsia & Advents: The Ambah OBrien Design Journey | Fiberchats, Episode: 317 Fiberchats 2025-05-03 | Knitting podcast, knitwear design, Ambah O’Brien, shawl patterns, intarsia knitting, advent knits, indie yarn dyers, colorful knitting, knitting inspiration, knitting interview, fiber arts, knitting for beginners, knitting techniques, Australian designers, Fiberchats podcast, knitting YouTube channel, hand-dyed yarn, knit along, KAL, knitting communityWelcome to Fiberchats Episode 317, where we sit down with the incredibly talented Ambah O’Brien—renowned Australian knitwear designer known for her stunning shawl patterns, bold use of color, and beloved advent designs. In this inspiring conversation, Ambah shares the story behind her creative journey, her love for intarsia knitting, and how she collaborates with indie yarn dyers to bring her visions to life.Subscribe to news from Ambah enjoy 30% off your next Ambah pattern purchase and a PDF gift from Ambah; Shawl Love - popular Shawl Shapes and how to knit them. dashboard.mailerlite.com/forms/360661/102420907190912128/shareambah.coravelry.com/designers/ambah-obrieninstagram.com/ambahobrienravelry.com/groups/ambahfacebook.com/ambahknitdesignWhether you’re a fan of ambitious shawl projects, curious about designing for advent calendars, or just looking for a dose of fiber inspiration, this episode is packed with insight, warmth, and a whole lot of color!Subscribe for more interviews with leading voices in the fiber world, and don’t forget to like, comment, and share if you enjoyed this episode!Watch more episodes at: youtube.com/@Fiberchats
Eco Printing Magic, Nicola Brown | Fiberchats, Episode: 316 Fiberchats 2025-04-30 | Three words describe Nicola Brown’s textile practice: simple, natural, crafted.Specializing in eco printing and wet felting, Nicola is passionate about helping others work in a more environmentally mindful way—guiding them from feeling overwhelmed or frustrated to feeling confident, empowered, and creatively fulfilled.Since beginning her eco printing journey, she has planted over 13,500 trees on her property in rural Co,. Carlow and established extensive natural dye borders. These not only supply her studio with a rich variety of vegetation but also support a thriving ecosystem of butterflies, insects, birds and mammals—reflecting the wider ecological impact of her practice.Nicola’s work draws directly from the landscape she nurtures. Each piece embodies her commitment to sustainability, thoughtful craftsmanship and the quiet beauty of working in harmony with nature.
Crochet Prodigy Jonah Larson Shares His Inspiring Journey | Fiberchats, Episode: 315 Fiberchats 2025-04-26 | Jonah Larson is a crochet enthusiast, designer, authorphilanthropist, and founder of Jonah’s Hands, LLC. He becameworld renowned for his crochet and was self taught at the age of5.With the help of non-profit Roots Ethiopia, many crochet friends,celebrities, and by donating money raised from his own crocheteditems; Jonah has raised nearly $100,000 for the children inEthiopia where he would have attended school.Larson has won hundreds of awards for his crochet pieces,designs, and philanthropic work. He speaks nationally aboutdoing what makes you happy and the importance of inclusivity.His story has been featured in hundreds of articles including inthe New York Times, The Times of London,Forbes, Oprah magazine, People and USA Today. He hasappeared on numerous programs, including Good MorningAmerica, The Today Show, Little Big Shots with MelissaMcCarthy, The Kelly Clarkson Show, and was a kid correspondentfor The Drew Barrymore Show. Jonah is a designer and influencerfor Hobbii in Denmark. Jonah recently won the prestigiousInternational Youth Philanthropist Award for 2023. His famousphrase is “Crochet Brings the World Together One Stitch At ATime”
