Archive for August, 2008

Those of you who've listened to Episode 3 of the Knitting Purls(TM) podcast know that we're having a logo design contest. Knitting Purls needs a logo, and I have no talent in that area. So, I am looking for the designers among you to come up with a logo that can be the identifying... »

Yes, Episode 3 of the Knitting Purls podcast is available for your listening pleasure. And it's chockablock with all kinds of information. Meet the newest member of the Knitting Purls family, Miss Ewenice T. Bunet Sticky Notes:    Marthas Vineyard Fiber Farm Learn how you can participate in a new trend of getting yarn to... »

Episode 2 of the Knitting Purls podcast is now available. It's an abbreviated podcast, but I hope you enjoy it. You can listen to it  here . Unfortunately, I am having problems with Feedburner (it says the file is too big, though it's half the size of Episode 1), so I'm not sure when... »

To say I am happy with the success of Knitting Purls would be a massive understatement. We currently have 400 subscribers. In all honesty, I was satisfied when 10 people subscribed. But, thanks to WendyKnits! and a shout out in Ravelry’s weekly newsletter, our numbers continue to grow.    I quickly began to consider... »

As you might recall, parts of Iowa were devastated by floods early this summer. More than 30,000 people were displaced in Cedar Rapids alone. Carol Anderson, founder of Cottage Creations and designer of the Wonderful Wallaby, is spearheading a drive to collect mittens, caps, scarves, afghans, prayer shawls, baby blankets, dishcloths, socks, and sweaters.... »