Avid Knitters

The Woolshit Podcast

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Perfect listening while knitting Lisa & Caroline are two European knitters living in South Australia that simply love knitwittering about their favourite hobby. Their Woolshit podcast is everything related to wool, yarn, knitting and crochet. Each episode is a compendium of knitting anecdotes, project discussions, knitting techniques and knitting in the news. If it's Woolshit , they'll be chatting about it. If you're also an avid knitter, you're bound to identify with many of the topics Lisa & Caroline discuss. You can visit their Instagram and Facebook pages to see exactly what they are knitw...

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Jun 22, 2026

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Garments too big or too small (clue, no swatching) Who is in your knitting group? 22.06.2026

Join us for this very jolly episode. talking about our latest knits.  one too big the other too small. #vikingknits #3swords  #ayearofknits @circustonichandmade making your garment/sleeves shorter after you've knitted them too long.  swatching for the correct size. dog sweater  #hiddenincreases knitters hand stablisers.   knitting back instead of purling. purchasing a book and some @erikaknig...

Tips for dealing with bulky garments and twisty sleeves 08.06.2026

Starting today's episode with an uplifting Tony Story. the many sleeved story of the Viking knit #3swords. Fabulous #nordicbloom @boylandknitworks Knitting blook club #chapterandskeing @yarntrader @circustonichandmade #tenderfoot #aknittersyear Drapy garments, whats the secret of knitting with plant based yarn (don't listen for an answer it's just one of carolines  bug bares ) @sann...

Does the world (or at least Europe) knit in English? 25.05.2026

Back to our regular time drop which means another episode in one week!! You'd think we wouldn't have anything to chat about, how wrong can you be. This week we chat about: @boylandknitworks #nordicbloom #Viking Knits #3swords Remebering where you've seen a good idea.  How do you manage your knitting list Swedish workshop will have Cake!! #headband #sweden Doe Europeans Knit using en...

Wonderwool -how to spend big at a yarn show ( Spoiler - use pounds and then convert them to aussie dollars) 18.05.2026

This week we natter on about : Wonderwool Wales: finding the ideal wool at the begining of the show stall holders helping to find the right yarn for a project #nordicbloom @ boylandknitworks @ riverknitsuk @ garthenor @ jarussell87 #fabuousbags @ needleandfeather #adventpattern #giftsforfriends @ muffincer We talk about the anglesea top @ sanna_and_co @ bonnies_daughter raffia bowls @ raffiaandtwi...

Copyright v Contract a knitting conundrum 27.04.2026

Join us for all things knitting.  @ petiteknit #sundaysweatermohairedition @ sanna_and_co Wraps per inch Wonderwool Wales Patterns in a book v single purchase patterns. We have a great discussion about copyright and contract.  When is knitting general use and when is it art? Who owns the final knitted product. KNITTING IN THE NEWS a new way to hold your yarn. Perfect listening while knitting.   

What makes a pattern Popular - inspiration by Nordicknitting 13.04.2026

Welcome to the podcast,  I want to thank @ nordicknittingpodcast for this weeks inspiration. Acts of kindness The speed we knitted our @ petiteknit sweaters, knitting necklines,  knitting sleevesv#twoinone or #single sleeve. Double yarn v Single Yarn @ needleandfeather   inspirational blanket knit. WHAT MAKES A PATTERN POPULAR @ laine_magazine   how patterns get in front of purchasers.   Before th...

Magic Loop or Magic Circle Knitting is all magic. 30.03.2026

Join our hilariously fun episode where we talk about: our experience at the two in one sock workshop. @ yarntrader @ jac1960   #magicloop #magiccircle the Shizen jumper by @ eritml   using @ bonnies_daughter and  doing the sleeves using the new technique. International Local Yarn shop day @ circustonichandmade   colour matching for a project. @ nimble_knits #dianainthewoods mystery knit Buttons mo...

Are yarn shows all the same? The Great Yarn show spin 16.03.2026

Welcome to a new episode.  Join us while we knitwit about knitting projects and yarn shows. This week we talk about: Test knit for @ sanna_and_co   no secrets are revealed in the making of this podcast!! Steeking, good steeking yarn, button band before or after steek Tutorial by @ purl_together tubular cast off. tubular cast on 2 different ways @ysoldaTeague #Shezen by @ eritml yarn by bonnies_dau...

Knitting makes it into hip hop #thehilltophoods #cosbysweater 02.03.2026

Join us to laugh about all things knitting. This week we talk about: @knit.love.wool #goldernfernsweater #colourwork @ louielolayarns   We talk about her so much this week in multple sections I have to assure everyone it's not advertising and there are lots of other artisans out there.  😂 @ threadandmaple italian tubular cast on https://www.youtube.com/@ysoldateague/videos @ysoldateague @ sa...

Creative stocking: how your local yarn store may be stocking unique yarn lines . #wellworththemoney 16.02.2026

Join us this week as we talk all things knitting with friend of the Pod Hannah Ginn from @ circustonichandmade adding buttons and poppers. #alpinebloom @ boylandknitworks  #priscillacardigan @ marzena.kolaczek WIP on the go since 2017 Cutting armholes and neck  doodles @ pacificknitco #testknit @ brianaarlene #Cirrusyarn #testknit @ sanna_and_co yarn by @ louielolayarns @yarntraders bookclub #chap...

Is it pattern theft or creative influcence? what about AI? Thanks @abeeinthebonnet for the influence 02.02.2026

Laugh along with as as we talk about: Our blocking efforts for our @ marzena.kolaczek cardigans, spoiler alert #notperfect preblocking Button bands and button attachment.  #cuttingaholeinmyknitting #germanshortrows buttons from @ maviscastlemaine getting your body size right. Swedish Knitting class preparations (samples) Connection with Katarina in Canberra If you have an instaname I'd love t...

would you attend a yarn show if you don't need yarn? - money for nothing 19.01.2026

Lets talk all things knitting: Our @ marzena.kolaczek cardigans the #priscilla and the #lyrebird are on the home stretch,  we talk sleeves,  straight and tapered.  Yarn by #fibrespates @ adagiomills @ louielolayarns The difference in yarn weight and colour:).   How many mistakes we made and how we dealt with them, including bobbles and cables.  Getting a rhythmn.   @ marzena.kolaczek bobble video...

Saving Knitting ... money for old rope 05.01.2026

HAPPY NEW YEAR Listen to enjoy all things knitting and more ... knitting related topics  @ purlandfriends   @ marzena.kolaczek #lyrebirdcardigan, #priscillacardigan Knitting left to right or is it right to left?  Short row shoulders, many small charts  @ louielolayarns   Suri Silk and Merino Alpaca for Lyrebird Cardigan @ adagiomills and #cumulussilk for Priscilla Cardigan @ kathysfibres hand spun...

Is it cheaper to make your own Advent? #friendgifts 22.12.2025

Join us this week where we talk about our experiences gifting knitting advents to each other.   @ tellybeanknits MKAL #gingerbreadmkal  Chosing colours @ fancyyarnsaus eucalyptus yarn vest @ thegameofwool   (we know it's over now but good to know our thoughts on the finalist. Shout out to @ louielolayarns for being so awesome  @ marzena.kolaczek #lyrebird Christmas at the Swedish club. Teachi...

Embroidery on knits #neverheardofembroiderystabiliser #increaseofmicoplasticsatwoolshitheadquarters 08.12.2025

Getting Advent underway, Join us to talk all things knitting!! in this episode we talk about quick knits for kids @ witredesign and a similar adult vest Embroidery on knitting book by @ ku.ni.ber.ta     brilliant and beautiful using embroidery stabiliser  #enchantedmesa @westknits @tellybeanknits #gingerbreadMKAL Homemade Yarn Advents #yarnadvent Knitting in the news Solar panels put yarn toppers...

Enchanted Mesa and other knittng. What are you the number one of? All comments appreciated 24.11.2025

In this episode we talk about: #theslantingslipover @anneventzel  #enchantedmesa @westknits #knitforthegirls @grocerygirls @threadandmaple @louielolayarns #stickyfingers #canadapost Weddingcardigan vintage pattern @maximoo #lowhangingfruit. @nimbleknits #whirlwindromance #weddingshawl @yarntrader order #embroidaryonknits @ku.ni.ber.ta  Juit Gummlich (can't wait) workshops for tomboys   #tombo...

Bonus Episode REACTION to s1e3 'The Game Of Wool' 18.11.2025

listen in to our phone call as we talk about season 1 episode 3 of the Game of Wool. Let us know what you think. Perfect listening while knitting.   

Game of Wool episode 2 REACTIONS with guest @cleevelyknits 12.11.2025

this is a reaction episode, we talk about episode 2 of the game of wool talking via phone line with Adam from @cleevelyknits Perfect listening while knitting.   

The business of selling and buying yarn. #gettingwhatyoupaidofor #isitcontentious 10.11.2025

Join us today as we laugh our way through: A rat on the window!! The slanting slipover @ anneventzel We love it!! a year in knitting witredesign chunky brioche cardigan The ups and downs of chunky knitting, cutting corners, catching yarn.  Heavy pockets and more!! Lyrebird cardigan marzena.kolaczek ordered from @ louielolayarns   #youtubevideo #pythagorastheorem #shouldershortrows #knitforthegirls...

Bonus episode REACTION to S1E1 'GAME OF WOOL' 04.11.2025

J oin us on our phone call following our separate viewings of 'the game of wool' get our immediate reactions.  Tell us what you think. Perfect listening while knitting.   

Would you change your name for knitting? 27.10.2025

Show notes to follow - but it's good Perfect listening while knitting.   

permission to experiment with your knitting, building confidence in your ability. 13.10.2025

In today's episode we talk about: lace knitting stitches mistakes,  achievements moving with the yarn.  Understanding lace patterns  @ nimble_knits #wisteriousmkal @ hi.ravelry knitting dungarees, what went wrong? #goldenjumpsuit @ bertaknitstore @ westknits permission to experiment A year in knitting #brioche #chunkyjumper @ witredesign the difficulties of large needles.  @ leneholmesamsoe C...

The Happy Fudger! The Moral of the story is, at least try and follow the pattern #thehappyfudger 29.09.2025

in this episode we talk and laugh a lot about: putting buttons on the field sweater, how do you get 11 buttons?  @camillavaddk steeking a shoulder opening on the #Almavest @ sanna_and_co moral of the story is FOLLOW THE PATTERN Can you knit lace and do anything else, e.g. talk, listen, travel and more? #unpicking #cablingwithoutneedles #arguments over pattern deciphering slow unveiling of the patt...

Should you complain if the pattern is not in your size? Jumpers that suffer from yarn pilling. 15.09.2025

Join us to talk about: #field cardigan @ camillavaddk @ adagiomills Caroline's cast on edge #almavest @ sanna_and_co   #bestpattern #goldenjumpsuit @ bertaknitstore @blackwattle #sweetpea making silly mistakes  @ yarntrader @ witredesign #aknittersyear @ emmaballltd #playingcards @ officialchiaogoo #lacepoints #needleset  malabrigoyarn #rasta #weddingcardigan @ maximooyarns Yarn costs for lar...

Are knitting pre-ambles too long? #100knittedbreasts 01.09.2025

In this episode we talk about: brief Mkal chat what to do if you can't be bothered sewing in ends. @ camillavaddk #fieldcardigan  Cute comments throughout the pattern Where should the instructions for the pattern be placed?  Inside the pattern or in the pre-amble. Short rows knitted after the yoke.  #shortrows #neckline Vintage patterns v modern patterns #Gladiolavintage #weddingcardigan #vin...

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