Best Alyson Chu Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 139: We're NOT together 44:52

2h ago44:52

44:52

Links to things we mention: This includes Ravelry links! Fairfield by Michele Wang Claigan by Claudia Dingle Tuck-In Blouse by Patons & Baldwin Hermione's Everyday Socks by Erica Lueder Woodland Walk Socks by this Handmade Life Homefront by Sydney Crabaugh Baby Sailor Outfit by Emily Buzzfeed Quiz: Discover Your Perfect Summer Destination Show note…

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Episode 138: Am I just naming romance authors now? 55:30

10d ago55:30

55:30

Links to things we mention: This includes Ravelry links! Acre by Judith Brand Alyson's Scrappy Blanket Funky Baby Kimono by melilab Fairfield by Michele Wang Claigan by Claudia Dingle Covesea Cowl by Emily K Williams Buzzfeed Quiz: Bridgerton Sibling Soulmate Show notes Support and follow us: Instagram Pearl and Plum Etsy Our Website Buy KCACY merc…

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Episode 137: Together in Michigan 33:44

18d ago33:44

33:44

Links to things we mention: This includes Ravelry links! Claigan by Claudia Dingle Fairfield by Michele Wang Yell by Marie Wallin Tuck-In Blouse by Patons & Baldwin Homefront by Sydney Crabaugh Emily's Sailor Blouse Baby Bear Balaclava by Pernille Larsen What Kind of Fairy Are You? Show notes Support and follow us: Instagram Pearl and Plum Etsy Our…

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Episode 136: Do you think an AI wrote this? 1:06:04

1M ago1:06:04

1:06:04

Links to things we mention: This includes Ravelry links! Fairfield by Michele Wang Baby Bear Balaclava by Pernille Larsen Lento by Joanna Helin La Résilience by Jessica Khochare Sutton Shawlette by Tori Yu Acre by Judith Brand Yell by Marie Wallin Islesburgh Toorie by The Doull Family What's Your Ideal Summer Aesthetic? Show notes Support and follo…

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Episode 135: A Surprise Episode 26:27

2M ago26:27

26:27

New co-host, who dis?! Our occasional guest, Emily (aka Alyson's younger sister/ Vivian's 2nd daughter) has been promoted to the position of regular co-host! Emily will be trading off with Alyson to co-host the show with Vivian. Get ready for more projects (and sewing too) and lots more mother-daughter love 💕 Links to things we mention: This includ…

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Episode 134: A Woolly Good Report 58:48

3M ago58:48

58:48

Links to things we mention: This includes Ravelry links! Acre by Judith Brand Yell by Marie Wallin Claigan by Claudia Dingle Sequence Tank Top by Alicia Arroyo Blanco Replacement Hat Purse Socks #13 Buzzfeed The Woolly Good Gathering Show notes Support and follow us: Instagram Pearl and Plum Etsy Our Website Buy KCACY merch Buy us a Ko-fi…

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Episode 133: A Woolly Good Update 44:36

3M ago44:36

44:36

Links to things we mention: This includes Ravelry links! Acre by Judith Brand Yell by Marie Wallin Fairfield by Michele Wang Lento by Joanna Helin Sequence Tank Top by Alicia Arroyo Blanco Buzzfeed The Woolly Good Gathering Show notes Support and follow us: Instagram Pearl and Plum Etsy Our Website Buy KCACY merch Buy us a Ko-fi…

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Episode 132: The magic of blocking 1:16:03

5M ago1:16:03

1:16:03

Holy moly, we have a lot of projects to talk about! Well, Alyson has a lot of projects to talk about, surprisingly! The Archive KCAL has begun, so of course we share our progress on those projects. Plus a preview of the Moorit Issue 6 designs. Links to things we mention: This includes Ravelry links! Yell by Marie Wallin Acre by Judith Brand Fairfie…

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Episode 131: A cat podcast 55:04

5M ago55:04

55:04

It's cables and brioche for Vivian today! She's working on a cabled cardigan, a brioche hat and finished a cabled hat and a brioche shawl. Phew! And Alyson's all cardigans: her nearly finished South Shore cardigan, and Vivian's cabled cardi is actually for Alyson. Plus it's time to start planning your Archive KCAL projects. Links to things we menti…

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Episode 130: Winning 2024 53:05

7M ago53:05

53:05

Congrats to the Moorit Makealong prize winner, Jbryanttoo! In other MAL news, Alyson finished her Kishie vest... ok so maybe it was a wee bit past the MAL end date. But at least that's an FO in the 2024 bank for Alyson to make up for the fact that she only finished 4 projects in 2023. Vivian on the other hand completed a whopping 24 projects last y…

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Episode 129: I didn't read the instructions 52:39

8M ago52:39

52:39

It's the last month of the Moorit MAL! Alyson is nearly done with her Kishie vest... she might actually finish a project before the end of a craft-along! And Vivian has finished two projects, her Zanni top from Issue 4 and a pair of Whisky Society mittens from Issue 5. Links to things we mention: Kishie by Eline Alcocer [Ravelry] - Moorit #1 Zanni …

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Episode 128: Woolly Good news 53:36

9M ago53:36

53:36

We're both on a roll with our Moorit Make-along projects! Vivian is working on Zanni, a Spring/Summer top from Issue 4 and Alyson is working on Kishie, a basketweave vest from Issue 1. Links to things we mention: Kishie by Eline Alcocer [Ravelry] - Moorit #1 Mitten Advent Calendar by Kathy Lewinski [Ravelry] Zanni by Mary Beth Cryan [Ravelry] - Moo…

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Episode 127: You math better! 33:49

10M ago33:49

33:49

We're both on a roll with our Moorit Make-along projects! Vivian is working on Zanni, a Spring/Summer top from Issue 4 and Alyson is working on Kishie, a basketweave vest from Issue 1. Links to things we mention: South Shore [Ravelry] by Kay Hopkins Velvety Wrap by Sweater Freak [Ravelry] Kishie by Eline Alcocer [Ravelry] - Moorit #1 Zanni by Mary …

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Episode 126: Together in Florida 40:56

10M ago40:56

40:56

Vivian and Alyson are in Florida together, you know what that means! We have a lovely 3rd host in Emily and a guest appearance by Quintin, the newest member of the family <3 Links to things we mention: 14 Carat by Michelle Hunter [Ravelry] Tuck-in Blouse by Patons & Baldwins [Ravelry] Sage Shrug by Zeens and Roger [Ravelry] South Shore [Ravelry] by…

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Episode 125: Geomeric? 50:40

11M ago50:40

50:40

You wouldn't know it from ALL the projects Vivian has been beavering away on, but she does have one cabled project to show off: her Folklore cardi! Plus a bit of color work in the form of both a WIP and an FO. Alyson meanwhile is trundling along with her not so sage Sage shrug. Links to things we mention: Sydänmaa Mittens [Ravelry] by Hanna Levänie…

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Episode 124: Cables are the new color work 41:55

1y ago41:55

41:55

You wouldn't know it from ALL the projects Vivian has been beavering away on, but she does have one cabled project to show off: her Folklore cardi! Plus a bit of color work in the form of both a WIP and an FO. Alyson meanwhile is trundling along with her not so sage Sage shrug. Links to things we mention: Mitten Garland Advent Calendar by Kathy Lew…

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Episode 123: All the cat news 39:01

1y ago39:01

39:01

Both Vivian and Alyson have a new project on the go, but no finished objects to speak of... that's because we were too busy on a little family vacation. We spent a few days on the Isle of Arran and had the best time, so do excuse us for having a little chat about that. Links to things we mention: Sage Shrug [Ravelry] by Zeens and Roger Misurina by …

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Episode 122: The floodgates have opened 40:45

1y ago40:45

40:45

The Archive KCAL is now over, and miracle of miracles... Alyson has finished her project! Wee Bonny the Puffin is just the cutest thing. Hopefully new baby loves it. And more novelties, Vivian is working on a bit of crochet. Links to things we mention: South Shore [Ravelry] by Kay Hopkins [Ravelry] Misurina by Caitlin Hunter [Ravelry] Mitten Garlan…

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Episode 121: Never finish anything 38:22

1y ago38:22

38:22

The Archive KCAL has ended... anyone want to guess which of us didn't finish their project? Surprise (not surprise), Alyson is still working on Bonny Puffin, but she is shaping up pretty well! And Vivian has indeed finished her Hand in Hand Vest which is an extra accomplishment since she basically made it one and a half times over. Links to things …

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Episode 120: I love potatoes! 25:43

1+ y ago25:43

25:43

This is a Vivian-centric episode, but who'd be mad about that?! She's making good progress on her Hand-in-Hand vest after using the wrong needle for the entire front panel. But Alyson has a bit of behind the scenes chat about Moorit Issue 5. Links to things we mention: Buzzfeed quiz Hand-in-Hand Sweater Vest by Kathy Zimmerman [Ravelry] Dynamic Wav…

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Episode 119: Together again 28:34

1+ y ago28:34

28:34

What a treat, we're together in Edinburgh! We've got some brief crafty content, plus a bit about our time at the Scottish Wool Producers Showcase in Perth. Links to things we mention: Buzzfeed quiz Hand-in-Hand Sweater Vest by Kathy Zimmerman [Ravelry] Bonny Puffin by Yanina Schankel [Ravelry] Dynamic Wave Hat by Marly Bird [Ravelry] Show notes wit…

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Episode 118: I Don't Like Nuts in My Ice Cream 36:47

1+ y ago36:47

36:47

Vivian has been a busy bee with all her WIPs but neither of us have an FOs to show for all our crafting. And we chat about Vivian's move from colourwork to cables. Links to things we mention: Buzzfeed quiz Bonny Puffin by Yanina Schankel [Ravelry] Hand-in-Hand Sweater Vest by Kathy Zimmerman [Ravelry] Traquair Hat by Amanda B. Collins [Ravelry] Dyn…

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Episode 117: I have a craft room! 44:00

1+ y ago44:00

44:00

Vivian has been a busy bee with all her WIPs but neither of us have an FOs to show for all our crafting. And we chat about Vivian's move from colourwork to cables. Links to things we mention: Bonny Puffin by Yanina Schankel [Ravelry] Hand-in-Hand Sweater Vest by Kathy Zimmerman [Ravelry] Traquair Hat by Amanda B. Collins [Ravelry] South Shore cardi…

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Episode 116: More Cables! 54:04

1+ y ago54:04

54:04

Links to things we mention: Bonny Puffin by Yanina Schankel [Ravelry] Hand-in-Hand Sweater Vest by Kathy Zimmerman [Ravelry] South Shore cardigan [Ravelry] Folklore by Amy Gunderson [Ravelry] Clinton Creek Hat by Irina Anikeeva [Ravelry] Moorit Show notes with photos Support and follow us: Instagram Pearl and Plum Etsy Our Website Buy KCACY merch B…

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Episode 115: Together in Amsterdam 22:21

1+ y ago22:21

22:21

WE'RE IN AMSTERDAM! Somebody pinch me... So we find ourselves in the Netherlands together, and what a wonderful trip it has been. It is both of our first time in Amsterdam, so there's been much sight seeing and admiring of canals and buildings. But we couldn't help recording a short episode together. It's a bit light on the crafty content, but we d…

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Episode 114: Happy 2023 47:52

1+ y ago47:52

47:52

Happy new year, friends! We're taking a look back on our 2022 projects, and Vivian is the clear Finished Objects winner. And we're making good progress on our 2023 makes. Both Vivian and Alyson are still knitting their cardigans. Plus, the Archive KCAL is coming down the pipeline. Links to things we mention: Buzzfeed Quiz Folklore by Amy Gunderson …

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Episode 113: Drinkable custard 45:04

1+ y ago45:04

45:04

Happy holidays, everyone!! This is our last episode of the year and it’s full of some goodies like mini mittens and novelty cat butt hold coasters haha! And Vivian, in usual fashion, has a ton of new hats to show off. Links to things we mention: Buzzfeed Quiz South Shore cardigan [Ravelry] Peeking Cat Butt Coaster [Ravelry] Mitten Garland Advent Ca…

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Episode 112: Freaky Friday 41:57

1+ y ago41:57

41:57

Is it opposite day? In a stunning turn of events, Alyson is knitting and Vivian is crocheting. But no matter, there's only love for both crafts on this podcast. Vivian is working on a crocheted version of the knitted Pop Blanket-- it's going much better than the original which was hibernating for a couple years. And Alyson is tackling a knitted car…

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Episode 111: Because I'm a Millennial 46:48

1+ y ago46:48

46:48

Back to our usual transatlantic format, I'm afraid! But there's lots of crafty content to be had. Alyson has revived a colorful old WIP and even has a finished objects. It's actually a hat heavy episode because Vivian has finished two hats as well! Links to things we mention: Buzzfeed Quiz Moraine Lake Cowl by DJ Poolet [Ravelry] Suburban Wrap by J…

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Episode 110: RHINEBECK! 35:37

2y ago35:37

35:37

It's an extra extra extra special episode. Not only are we together again (twice in two months!), but we're together in Rhinebeck, home of the yarn famous New York State Sheep & Wool Festival! We had an amazing time together, and with our Rhinebeck housemates. The Sheep & Wool Festival, as well as Folk & Folk (a yarn and music festival) were incred…

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Episode 109: The together episode 34:41

2y ago34:41

34:41

It's a special together in Scotland episode! Vivian has been helping out Alyson with Moorit and vending at the Perth Festival of Yarn. We both had so many good chats with folks at the show, and of course, we both did a bit of shopping! In actual crafting news, Vivian has finished her Sailaway cardigan in record time. Links to things we mention: Buz…

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Episode 108: Yarn bra 56:37

2y ago56:37

56:37

The August episode is here! Lots of progress has been made on both Vivian and Alyson's assigned pooling shawls. Plus, unsurprisingly, Vivian has lots of other knitty bits to share. Links to things we mention: Buzzfeed Quiz Sailaway by Marie Greene [Ravelry] Float by Dawn Barker [Ravelry] Jaeger by Arne and Carlos [Ravelry] BriocheSis by Raina K [Ra…

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Episode 107: I don't have any bobs either 34:26

2y ago34:26

34:26

Oopsie! We've been sitting on this episode for a few weeks, so some of our Stranger Things comments is a little out of date. Also apologies for anyone who doesn't watch Stranger Things... this is one Buzzfeed quiz that might not make much sense to you! But we've got crafty content for you, including both Alyson and Vivian's assigned color pooling s…

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Episode 106: It looks great in this light 46:03

2y ago46:03

46:03

The 2022 Archive KCAL is officially over. Congrats to our winner, emthom26. And many thanks to our giveaway sponsor, Yarningham for donating the prize. Yarningham is the UK's only Black led yarn festival. Tickets are on sale now for the 2022 show taking place in Birmingham on 9 & 10 July. But the real news is that Vivian completed three Archive KCA…

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Episode 105: It's fine to state the obvious 31:08

2y ago31:08

31:08

Vivian is the crafting star of this episode! Her pullover shawl not-a-poncho, All Points South, is growing. And the sweater for her mom is a finished object. Well sorts almost nearly a finished object. Links to things we mention: Buzzfeed Quiz All Points South by Casapinka [Ravelry] Grand Forks Pullover by Cheryl Chow [Ravelry] Sew Yarnilicious Plu…

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Episode 104: Lots of frogging 38:12

2y ago38:12

38:12

Our WIPs are coming along nicely despite the frogging. Finished Objects are another story altogether! No crochet or knitting FOs in sight! But Alyson did revive an old needle felting project from the dead... Links to things we mention: Buzzfeed Quiz Meg's Wrap by Julie Blagojevich[Ravelry] Grand Forks Pullover by Cheryl Chow [Ravelry] Twylla by Rac…

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Episode 103: That's the amount of color 58:10

2+ y ago58:10

58:10

So many things to talk about! Alyson has an WIP and an FO to chat about. And Vivian has not just a new WIP, but also three finished objects! If you're participating in the Archive KCAL be sure to use #ArchiveKCAL2022 on social media. Links to things we mention: Buzzfeed Quiz Meg's Wrap by Julie Blagojevich[Ravelry] Grand Forks Pullover by Cheryl Ch…

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Episode 102: It's cool garbage 51:26

2+ y ago51:26

51:26

We're still working on our Archive KCAL projects and making good progress! Vivian has a whole finished Mīlēt mitten and Alyson has nearly finished the first segment of her altered Meg's Wrap. Alyson also goes on a wee bit of a beach-combing tangent 🐚 Links to things we mention: Buzzfeed Quiz Meg's Wrap by Julie Blagojevich[Ravelry] Mīlēt by Isolda …

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Episode 101: Celtic knots... but (k)not 47:32

2+ y ago47:32

47:32

But more importantly, we're scheming for our Archive KCAL projects! The Knit and Crochet Along will be running from March to May and we'd love for you to join us! Just use #ArchiveKCAL2022 or join in on Ravelry. Links to things we mention: Buzzfeed Quiz Winston cardigan by La Maison Rililie [Ravelry] 373 Cardigan by Pierrot Yarns [Ravelry] Firefall…

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Episode 100: 5 years and 100 episodes later 1:12:07

2+ y ago1:12:07

1:12:07

een 100 episodes of us babbling and taking Buzzfeed quizzes? Oh, yeah and crafting too! Vivian has been crazy busy, with three WIPs and four FOs!!! Links to things we mention: Buzzfeed Quiz Leni by Isabell Kraemer [Ravelry] Firefall Toque by Amy Christoffers [Ravelry] Winston cardigan by La Maison Rililie [Ravelry] Shepherdess socks by Clarisabeth …

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Episode 99: I can be cool again 43:12

2+ y ago43:12

43:12

We're in Michigan together! Vivian has some brand new WIPs and Alyson has finished her Jade Dress just in time to wear to the wedding next week. Enter our 5 Year Podiversary Giveaway! Just comment below, letting us know your result from the Buzzfeed quiz; are you a Vivian or an Alyson? Get a bonus entry by reviewing the podcast on Apple Podcasts (o…

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Episode 98: Finally in Michigan 32:32

2+ y ago32:32

32:32

We're together again for Thanksgiving! Please excuse the short episode and less than ideal sound quality. Luckily, Vivian is carrying the team, and has started a new project to chat about. Links to things we mention: Buzzfeed Quiz Vintersol by Jennifer Steingass [Ravelry] Herzblattbeanie by DUCATHI [Ravelry] Jade Dress by Natasha Robarge [Ravelry] …

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Episode 97: The one in Boston 14:14

2+ y ago14:14

14:14

We're together again for Thanksgiving! Please excuse the short episode and less than ideal sound quality. Luckily, Vivian is carrying the team, and has started a new project to chat about. Links to things we mention: Buzzfeed Quiz Jade Dress by Natasha Robarge[Ravelry] Vintersol by Jennifer Steingass [Ravelry] Herzblattbeanie by DUCATHI [Ravelry] S…

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Episode 96: Pretty genius 30:16

2+ y ago30:16

30:16

We're changing things up just a little bit and jumping right into our crafty content at the top of the episode with the Buzzfeed quiz in the middle. Alyson has started a new project for the Moorit AW21 CAL and Vivian has finally finished her Spector sweater. Links to things we mention: Buzzfeed Quiz Jade Dress by Natasha Robarge[Ravelry] Shepherdes…

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Episode 95: I am so done with skinny jeans 43:44

3y ago43:44

43:44

Alyson is reliably, still working on her Jade Dress, but she has also started a new project. Rejoice! And reliably, Vivian is starting a new colorwork yoke sweater. Links to things we mention: Buzzfeed Quiz Jade Dress by Natasha Robarge[Ravelry] Moraine Lake Cowl by DJ Poolet [Ravelry] Spector Pullover by Joji Locatelli [Ravelry] Vintersol by Jenni…

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Episode 94: You can't see my face, but I'm smiling 35:25

3y ago35:25

35:25

The ghost of knitting past is back to haunt Alyson, but she's totally a pro now. Just kidding, she drops a stitch while recording this episode (lol). But in better news, her Jade dress is looking less like a bolero and more like a crop top. And Vivian even has a new project to talk about... at least someone is managing to present FOs around here! L…

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Episode 93: Stop embarrassing me 36:17

3y ago36:17

36:17

Vivian has been carrying the team these days while Alyson has been working her tail off with Moorit! So look forward to lots of lovely knitted projects. Plus the return of Nerdtastic where we chat about the latest Marvel movie, Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings. Links to things we mention: Buzzfeed Quiz Sprite’s Fen Shawl by Helen Stewart […

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Episode 92: Looks familiar 22:26

3y ago22:26

22:26

It's a special we're-in-the-same-place episode! Vivian is visiting the UK to help Alyson out at the Sweater Weather yarn festival in Farnham Maltings. We had a great time (which we'll chat about in another episode). But this is just a little pre-show catch-up we recorded while we were still in Edinburgh. Links to things we mention: Buzzfeed Quiz Ja…

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Episode 91: The best dressed bear in college 35:58

3y ago35:58

35:58

In good news, Vivian has finished her Folklore cardigan! And Bear Bear has a matching sweater... it's just too cute for words. In not as great news, Alyson is starting again on her dress. Whoops! And in best news, Alyson and Vivian will both be at Sweater Weather from 10-11 September 2021. Links to things we mention: Buzzfeed Quiz Jade Dress by Nat…

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Episode 90: I just live on the edge 55:57

3y ago55:57

55:57

The wedding projects continue! Alyson's bridesmaid dress looks more like a bolero, but that's something. And Vivian has cast on a special shawl for the bride herself. Alyson is also sharing the samples of all the Moorit Issue 1 designs!! There's just so much crochet goodness. Links to things we mention: Buzzfeed Quiz Jade Dress by Natasha Robarge […

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