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Welcome to episode 71 - it's a short and sweet catch up on my recent creative exploits. Tune in to find out what I've been up to over the past month or so. Show Notes Recent Creative Exploits Knitting My Favourite Things Knitalong The last podcast episode  Thistle by Tin Can Knits Bias Before and After Scarf by Churchmouse Yarns and Teas Voolenvine Yarns Yarngasm  My skein by Voolenvine Weaving Ashford Knitters' Loom Simplicity Looms Les Bourgs Hospice Crochet Crochet Happy Blanket by The Mercerie Snowflake Crochetalong - this month Book Crafts Hollow book tutorial Book Origami on Etsy Drawing Sketchnotes book review My new teaching blog iMake Book Club iMake Forum This month - 14 by Peter Clines Forum iMake Forum Run Martine Run Please sponsor me!

Welcome to (mini) episode 70 - today is an important day in the life of the iMake Podcast. Can you guess why? Listen to find out... Show Notes It's the iMake Podcast's 4th birthday! Episode - A Podcast is Born My Favourite Things Infinity Scarf by Gill McGee My Favourite Things Knitalong on Pinterest (please email me if you'd like an invite to add to this board) My Favourite Things Knitalong on Ravelry (thread on the iMake group) iMake Splendid Striped Cowl pattern Very Pink Knits on Fair Isle Snowflake Crochetalong Subscribe for email updates

Welcome to episode 69 of the iMake podcast. There's a fair bit in this one: knitting, crochet, cooking, reading, photography... something for everyone. The Guernsey section of the episode is all about our local summer shows. Enjoy! Show Notes Recent Creative Exploits Food My dehydrator Paleo diet iMake on Instagram Dehydrator recipe ideas (my Pinterest board) Knitting My Radiance Shawl (blog post) My Radiance Shawl (Ravelry) Thistle by Tin Can Knits (Ravelry)    Bias Before and After Scarf by Churchmouse Yarns and Teas (Ravelry) Vanilla Sock (Ravelry)  Vivid Blanket by Tin Can Knits (Ravelry) Crochet Crochet Happy Blanket by The Mercerie (Ravelry) Mandala Rug by Marinke Slump (Ravelry) Hoooked Zpagetti from the Wool Warehouse  Snowflake CAL August Announcement Crochet stones iMake Magazine Issue 4 is live New iMake Promo It's here! Please share :-) Book Club Update All about the iMake Book Club (includes the grab badge) iMake Book Club August Choice Photo-a-Day Suzannah

Welcome to episode 68 of the iMake Podcast in which we recap a fun, yarny weekend at Unwind Brighton. This episode includes an interview with knitwear and crochet designer Joanne Scrace and a great deal of squealing at squirrels. You've been warned... Show Notes Unwind Brighton Brighton Dome Beaker Buttons Vintage Crochet Edgings class Joanne Scrace - Not So Granny blog/website Joanne on Ravelry Jenny on Ravelry Snowflake Crochetalong Photos from Brighton

Welcome to episode 67. In this episode I experiment with mobile podcasting so please excuse any sound quality issues. There is chat about works in progress, next month's trip to Unwind Brighton and also some great creative tech resources. Show Notes Bossjock app Unwind Brighton Recent Creative Exploits Miss Jojangles The Bellweather Frogged: Hermoine's Everyday Socks by Erica Lueder Frogged: Follow Your Arrow Shawl by Ysolda Teague The Happy Crochet Blanket by The Mercerie  Radiance Shawl by Helen Stewart Bias "Before and After" Scarf by Churchmouse Yarns and Teas in Juno Fibre Arts Alice Lace Vivd Blanket by Tin Can Knits Sock Yarn Blanket by iMake Ripple Blanket by Attic24 Next issue of iMake Magazine will happen in July (please email me if you want to pitch an idea for an article) Bullet Journal: 2 Months Later Bullet Journal website by Ryder Caroll (features great video) My initial thoughts on Bullet Journalling Let's Knit Magazine Event I'm going to Unwind Brighton

Welcome to episode 66 of the iMake podcast. This show is just a little bookish; there's a book review and information on iMake's new book club, as well as some thoughts on bullet journalling. There is a WIP tour and news of an upcoming event that I will be attending. So grab yourself some craft and a cuppa and join me for a creative catch up! Show Notes Recent Creative Exploits New Website: imakegsy.com! Hermoine's Everyday Socks by Erica Lueder Love Knitting Yarntini   Follow Your Arrow Shawl by Ysolda Teague Radiance Shawl by Helen Stewart Bias "Before and After" Scarf by Churchmouse Yarns and Teas in Juno Fibre Arts Alice Lace Vivd Blanket by Tin Can Knits Sock Yarn Blanket by iMake Russian join tutorial video Snowflake CAL - May Ripple Blanket by Attic24 "Design it, Stitch it: Hand Embroidery" by Jessica Marques (Craftsy class) Heisenberg cross stitch pattern by Seemingly Stitched Next issue of iMake Magazine will happen in July Handmade envelope tutorial by iMake Handma

I have a new website! Please check out imakegsy.com. This announcement gives you all the details you need to ensure your subscriptions to the iMake blog and podcast continue. New website: imakegsy.com Post on new site including RSS feed and Bloglovin buttons: New iMake Website Podcast page: imakepodcast.libsyn.com New iMake email: imakegsy@gmail.com (if you have any problems with the site or your subscriptions, please email me!)

Welcome to episode 65 of the iMake podcast. In response to a number of requests this is a special episode about my recent marathon run. Charles interviews me - it's fun and he is a fab interviewer! There is a little crafty natter at the end so do hang on if you aren't interested in the running stuff. More crafty podcasts coming soon, I promise. *** Please note, as of May 2014, the iMake blog has a new website address - imakegsy.com. If you'd like to make contact, please email imakegsy@gmail.com. Thank you.***. Topics mentioned: Chi Running Nordic Walking Martine's Running Blog Race report part one, 2 and 3 (in reverse chronological order) The Gherkin Soreen Energy gels Race for Life Paul Hollywood's Hot Cross Buns recipe  Positive iTunes reviews, as well as donations to my marathon campaign are appreciated. Don't hesitate to get in touch and give me some feedback.   TEST

Welcome to episode 64 of the iMake podcast.  This is a short and sweet episode during which I teach a very nice young man, Ollie, how to knit! Enjoy. Here's the knitting rhyme I mentioned: under the fence, catch the sheep, back you go, off you leap. You can read more about teaching knitting here: Teaching Knitting. Here's a link to this month's giveaway: February Giveaway. Here's a link to this month's SnowflakeCAL info: February Announcement. Thanks to BBC Guernsey for letting me share this audio. Thanks to show sponsor LoveKnitting. Positive iTunes reviews, as well as donations to my marathon campaign are always appreciated. Don't hesitate to get in touch and give me some feedback. *** Please note, as of May 2014, the iMake blog has a new website address - imakegsy.com. If you'd like to make contact, please email imakegsy@gmail.com. Thank you.***.

Welcome to episode 63 of the iMake podcast. This is a special episode featuring an interview with Ross Gledhill, owner of the White Rock Brewery, Guernsey's first micro-brewery. Craft + Beer = Good Times! I hope you enjoy the interview. *** Please note, as of May 2014, the iMake blog has a new website address - imakegsy.com. If you'd like to make contact, please email imakegsy@gmail.com. Thank you.***. SHOW NOTES Welcome (01:01) Hello and welcome to the show, this is a special episode featuring an interview with the owner of Guernsey's first micro-brewery. I hope you enjoy it! Interview with Ross Gledhill, Owner of White Rock Brewery (03:03) White Rock Brewery on Twitter White Rock Brewery on Facebook White Rock Brewery website For more photos, visit the show notes on iMake's website. Giveaway and wrap up (19:21) This month's giveaway: Sock Anatomy. Thanks to show sponsor LoveKnitting. Positive iTunes reviews, as well as donations to my marathon campaign are always appreciated. Don't

Welcome to episode 62 of the iMake podcast - it's my first show of 2014 and it's a windy one! Today's show is just an informal chit chat and catch up as it's been a while. I had a short, un-planned break (which was lovely I have to admit) but I am now back in the swing of things. So let's settle down with a cuppa and indulge in that crafty chatter... *** Please note, as of May 2014, the iMake blog has a new website address - imakegsy.com. If you'd like to make contact, please email imakegsy@gmail.com. Thank you.***. SHOW NOTES Welcome (01:01) Hello and welcome to the show; hello to new and returning listeners. On to the plan for today's show - it's simply a crafty catch up and chit chat! This is not the usual format (just in case you are a new listener). Check out Guernsey's recent bad weather here and here. Recent Creative Exploits (03:34) I started my London Marathon training at the start of the year, check out my progress here: Run Martine Run. My charity vest arrived... I am feel

Welcome to episode 61 of the iMake podcast. This is the last show of 2013 - I will be back in 2014, don't fret. Today's show includes my recent creative exploits, a review, a giveaway and a chat with Charles about his festive preparations. This episode is best enjoyed with a glass of mulled wine and a slice of Christmas cake... *** Please note, as of May 2014, the iMake blog has a new website address - imakegsy.com. If you'd like to make contact, please email imakegsy@gmail.com. Thank you.***. SHOW NOTES Welcome (01:01) Hello and welcome to the show; hello to new and returning listeners. On to the plan for today's show: Recent creative exploits Review Chat with Charles Giveaway update Recent Creative Exploits (03:00) Crochet/Knitting I have just finished Vintage Bullion by Marie Segares, the pattern was featured in  PomPom Quarterly.  I crocheted it in Quince and Co Puffin. Check out my free pattern, the Basic Beanie, here: Basic Beanie Pattern. Also mentioned:&n

This episode features my sometimes co-host, Charles, and we are talking dinner parties. There's also a recap of my recent creative exploits and a fab giveaway. Please note that no animals were harmed in the recording of this episode... you'll have to listen to find out more! Apologies in advance to my vegan friends! *** Please note, as of May 2014, the iMake blog has a new website address - imakegsy.com. If you'd like to make contact, please email imakegsy@gmail.com. Thank you.***. SHOW NOTES Welcome (01:01) Hello and welcome to the show; hello to new and returning listeners. On to the plan for today's show: Recent creative exploits Dinner parties with Martine and Charles Giveaway update Recent Creative Exploits (02:25) Knitting Check out my free pattern, the Basic Beanie, here: Basic Beanie Pattern. These would make good chemo caps, check out US charity, Halos of Hope, as mentioned on the Knitmore Girls' Podcast. Here's the Mini Christmas Sweater pattern on Ravelry and Craftsy. You can

In this short and sweet episode I'll tell you about my new sponsor and my latest challenge. There's a little knitting and the occasional mention of Christmas. It's just a quick episode today but there is more to come soon. So you know the drill, grab a work in progress and a cup of tea and we'll have a crafty catch up. *** Please note, as of May 2014, the iMake blog has a new website address - imakegsy.com. If you'd like to make contact, please email imakegsy@gmail.com. Thank you.***. SHOW NOTES Welcome (01:01) Hello and welcome to the show; hello to new and returning listeners. It's a short and sweet episode today. On to the plan for today's show: Recent creative exploits Knitters don't run I have a new sponsor - Love Knitting. Find them at loveknitting.com. iMake podcast listeners and blog readers can get a 10% discount using the code imake10 at the checkout. Recent Creative Exploits (03:54) Knitting There has been some knitting. I have mixed feelings about sock knitting so I am workin

In this episode I'll tell you all about my very creative weekend. There's bread making, photography, decopatch, knitting, chutney making and a good natter with my sometimes co-host, Charles. Grab your current crafty work in progress, along with a cup of tea and a slice of cake, and lets get creative. *** Please note, as of May 2014, the iMake blog has a new website address - imakegsy.com. If you'd like to make contact, please email imakegsy@gmail.com. Thank you.***. SHOW NOTES Welcome (01:01) Hello and welcome to the show; hello to new and returning listeners. I have had a lovely, creative weekend and I want to share it with you. On to the plan for today's show: Recent creative exploits Chat with Charles (Insagram, social media, holidays and inspiration) Giveaway update Recent Creative Exploits (03:50) Knitting This week I have been knitting my Radiance Shawl, the pattern is by Helen Stewart and it's really well written. There is a table so you can tick off rows as you go. The pattern co

The iMake podcast is back! I am feeling refreshed after my fantastic holiday. This episode includes a review of my recent creative exploits, as well as my adventures in New York. There's also a heads up about the iMake September giveaway. You know the drill, grab your current crafty work-in-progress and your beverage of choice, and let's have a crafty catch up. *** Please note, as of May 2014, the iMake blog has a new website address - imakegsy.com. If you'd like to make contact, please email imakegsy@gmail.com. Thank you.***. SHOW NOTES Welcome (01:01) Hello and welcome to the show. It feels good to be back! Welcome to new and returning listeners. The show will be released on an ad-hoc schedule moving forward (for now) but I am aiming for once a month at least. I have been active on Facebook, Twitter, Ravelry and Instagramlately. On to the plan for today's show: Recent creative exploits New York trip Giveaway update Recent Creative Exploits (04:14) Knitting I've been reorganising my kni

This podcast episode introduces local paper-cutters and printers Denyse and Diana aka Iris and Dora. They have recently set up their own print studio so I took the opportunity to chat to them about their fascinating creative process. We also talked about how they moved their business from their kitchen table to a purpose-built print studio. I hope you enjoy the episode. Check out the Iris and Dora website: irisanddora.co.uk. Here are some photos of their work (image copyright Iris and Dora, used with permission):         All images copyright Iris and Dora, used with permission. *** Please note, as of May 2014, the iMake blog has a new website address - imakegsy.com. If you'd like to make contact, please email imakegsy@gmail.com. Thank you.***.

This episode was planned to be a short and sweet catch up, but actually, it's longer than expected! Note to self: name shows once you have finished recording them! This episode includes a good deal of knitting chat along with my plans for summer makery. There are a few listener questions, a giveaway update and I will introduce you to a lovely Guernsey-based maker. Grab a brew, some cake and a project and let's get caught up on the crafty gossip. *** Please note, as of May 2014, the iMake blog has a new website address - imakegsy.com. If you'd like to make contact, please email imakegsy@gmail.com. Thank you.***. SHOW NOTES Welcome (01:01) Hello and welcome to the show. I am recording on a Tuesday as it's half term. Today's show will be a quick catch up. I hope you enjoyed the last show where Charles and I interviewed Katherine from Haut Maison Liqueurs. We have since been invited back to dinner. It was nice to meet Stephen as well as several other creative types. Welcome to new and returnin

Welcome to episode 54 of the iMake podcast, Haut Maison. Despite the fact that I am on a podcast break I simply had to share this wonderful interview with Katherine from Haut Maison Liqueurs, Guernsey. Charles and I visited her recently and we had lots of fun touring the bottling plant and production room, meeting the chickens and sampling liqueurs.This episode also includes a recent creative exploits update at the start.I hope you enjoy the show. *** Please note, as of May 2014, the iMake blog has a new website address - imakegsy.com. If you'd like to make contact, please email imakegsy@gmail.com. Thank you.***. SHOW NOTES Welcome (01:01) Hello and welcome to the show. Despite the fact that I am on a podcast break I simply had to bring you this episode. Before I get started I must give my friend Jo a shout out. She's doing the Moonwalk. Good luck Jo! Click here for her fundraising page. Recent Creative Exploits (02:40) The MerryKAL is going well - please consider joining us. You

It's time for episode 53 of the iMake podcast. In today's show I'll tell you all about my recent trip to London aka The Big Smoke. London's quite a scary place for islanders! I've included audio from the trip; you'll hear from the lovely Kate as well as another friend of the show. This episode includes the usual crafty shenanigans as well as a fab giveaway for the knitters and a film review. I might even play my ukulele for you if you are (un)lucky! Grab yourself a slice of cake and your beverage of choice and join me for a crafty catch up. *** Please note, as of May 2014, the iMake blog has a new website address - imakegsy.com. If you'd like to make contact, please email imakegsy@gmail.com. Thank you.***. SHOW NOTES Welcome (01:01) Hello and welcome to new and returning listeners.  I've been on a little podcast break due to teacher training commitments but as I am off work for Easter I thought I'd record a show.  I have missed podcasting!  The podcast schedule will be irreg