Imake

It's episode 52 of the iMake podcast. Time flies when you are having fun. In this episode there's my recent creative exploits (of which there are many) and a bit of a chat with friend of the show, Charles. There's also a giveaway and we share the Guernsey love with a brilliant local website. So, crafty pal, grab yourself a cup of tea and a slice of cake and let's indulge in 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) It's 11th February 2013 and I am recording on a Monday because it's half term. Welcome to new iMake Ravelry group members LindaMNoble, meredithwood, danceNknit, TeaHouseKnits, Woisme and Fruitful Fusion. Today's show is going to consist of a creative catch up, a chat with friend of the show Charles and a few musings on craft and friendship, a giveaway and the Guernsey section of the show. Recent Creative Expl

Welcome to the first iMake podcast episode of 2013. Or is it 2012? Who knows! It's very confusing. This show is a creative exploits catch up. It also features a listener question and a giveaway. There's plenty of knitting and sewing chatter too. So grab a cuppa and some carrot sticks and settle down for some 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) It's 13th January 2013!  Or is it 2012?  No, definitely 2013. Welcome to new iMake Ravelry group members mahootak, ccdecor, ingrid6, mjtorrence and buggyknits. It's been a month, but I am raring to go.  Today's show is going to consist of a creative catch up, a listener message and question and a giveaway. Feel free to make contact, don't be shy! Recent Creative Exploits (04:26) First let's talk Birthday Shawl Knitalong.  I have finished my s

This podcast episode is the 'audio only' version of last night's podcaster hangout on Google+.  The audio features me, Amanda from Craftlife, Laura from the Apocalyptic Diner podcast and special guest host Jo, from Shinybees.  We're talking holiday crafts. Enjoy! *** 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) Welcome to episode 50.  It's Sunday 9 December 2012.  This show isn't in the usual format, it's audio from video following last night's podcaster hangout featuring me, Jo from Shinybees, Laura from the Apocalyptic Diner and Amanda from Craftlife.  If you'd prefer to watch the video rather than listen, you can do so here... Video: Podcaster Hangout December 2012. This is probably my last show before Christmas but I will be back in the new year.  So I'd like to take the opportunity to wish everyone a happy

This short and sweet episode features some podcast listeners' questions, along with a creative exploits update. There's a little Christmas chatter, a podcaster hangout announcement and, of course, lots of crafty goodness. Sit back, relax, grab your current crafty work in progress and some cake and let's get crafty. *** 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 I am trying a slightly different show notes format today, please let me know what you think. Welcome (01:01) It's December!  How did that happen?  Welcome to new iMake Ravelry group members Pyxystitches, hirsheybolt, Schaeferyarnlovr and woollyrover. All of my contact details can be found on the Feedbackpage of the iMake website. Recent Creative Exploits (03:03) The Birthday Shawl Knitalong is going well.  The shawl has been designed by Kate's Twirl, it's a garter stitch triangular

It's episode 48 of the iMake podcast! Thanks for tuning in. This show features my recent creative exploits, a new knitalong and some crafty chatter with the Guru of Gift-Making, Charles. There's also a great giveaway and some very useful information, for people who frequent pub quizzes, relating to Bob, and the fact that he's your father's brother (don't ask!) Please grab a project and have a listen. *** 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 (01:04) Recent Creative Exploits (02:58) Finished Color Affection Shawl My Color Affection Ravelry project Toft Alpaca Bulb Bag (my Ravelry project including 'before' photos) Toft Alpaca blog post The Birthday Shawl Knitalong (all links on this blog post, including discount code) Shinybees podcast The Podcasters' Studio podcast (presented by lovely Ray) Podcasters' Roundtable website Round 5 of the Podcasters' Roun

As a result of a minor technology malfunction, this episode is inspired by my regular Things I Like Thursday blog feature. In the show I share all sorts of things I like including knitting patterns, blogs, podcasts, books, Guernsey news and lots more. Grab yourself a cuppa and a slice of cake and join me for some crafty chatter. *** Please note, as of May 2014, the iMake blog has a new website address - imakegsy.com (show notes can be found here). If you'd like to make contact, please email imakegsy@gmail.com. Thank you.***.

In this episode Charles and I discuss the big C (aka Christmas)! There is lots of chat about things you can start making now in time for Christmas; as always Charles is full of wonderful ideas. We also talk gin, and ponder the existence of the sixth Spice Girl! I'll catch you up on my recent creative exploits and we finish off with the Guernsey section of the show which is all about food. *** Please note, as of May 2014, the iMake blog has a new website address - imakegsy.com (show notes can be found here). If you'd like to make contact, please email imakegsy@gmail.com. Thank you.***.

In this episode I announce the latest iMake knitalong and details of the next podcaster hangout. There's also a giveaway, as well as the usual crafty chatter. Due to time pressures, this show is not in the usual format - it's just me chatting really! Normal service will resume next month. And if you are interested, I did not manage to record the show in one take! Far from it… *** Please note, as of May 2014, the iMake blog has a new website address - imakegsy.com (show notes can be found here). If you'd like to make contact, please email imakegsy@gmail.com. Thank you.***.

This bumper episode of the iMake podcast is jam-packed with alpacas, knitting celebrities, vegetarian food, random facts and lots of giggles. In the show I share my holiday antics as well as a general update on my recent creative exploits. There's also a giveaway, a podcast promo and a few book recommendations. Grab yourself a cuppa and let's talk craft. *** Please note, as of May 2014, the iMake blog has a new website address - imakegsy.com (show notes can be found here). If you'd like to make contact, please email imakegsy@gmail.com. Thank you.***.

Welcome to episode 43 of the iMake podcast - Olympic Knitting. In this show there is a good deal of Olympic chatter; it turns out that knitting has made me into a sports fan! Who knew? There are a few blog and podcast recommendations, a giveaway heads up and a techie minute. I also wish Guernsey sporting superstars Heather Watson and Lee Merrien the best of luck in their Olympic endeavours. *** Please note, as of May 2014, the iMake blog has a new website address - imakegsy.com (show notes can be found here). If you'd like to make contact, please email imakegsy@gmail.com. Thank you.***.

Welcome to episode 42 of the iMake podcast. In today's show we talk about the weather, obviously (so British!) There is a recap of my recent creative exploits, a podcast promo and some details about the forthcoming Google+ podcaster hangout. The Guernsey section of the show is about 'the Viaer Marche that never was' and also includes a little bit about Herm. You know the drill - grab a work in progress and your beverage of choice; let's indulge in some crafty chatter. *** Please note, as of May 2014, the iMake blog has a new website address - imakegsy.com (show notes can be found here). If you'd like to make contact, please email imakegsy@gmail.com. Thank you.***.

This show includes the mystery of the stolen jam and an update on recent creative exploits. It also touches on Creative Commons licensing. There is a giveaway, a tweet up and a review of the fabulous Pom Pom magazine. Grab a crafty work in progress, a cup of tea and a slice of cake, and let's talk craft. *** Please note, as of May 2014, the iMake blog has a new website address - imakegsy.com (show notes can be found here). If you'd like to make contact, please email imakegsy@gmail.com. Thank you.***.

This bumper episode of the iMake podcast is a feast of crafty, and indeed musical, goodness.  In this show we dig out our sewing machines and gardening tools (tying not to get the 2 mixed up).  We celebrate Guernsey's Liberation Day and consider ways to combat 'inspiration overload' over a cup of coffee.  Friends of the show, Kate and Charles, also put in an appearance.  So grab a work in progress, a glass of Pimms and join me for a crafty catch up. *** Please note, as of May 2014, the iMake blog has a new website address - imakegsy.com (show notes can be found here). If you'd like to make contact, please email imakegsy@gmail.com. Thank you.***.

You'll hopefully know by now that I am taking part in the Third Annual Knitting and Crochet Blog Week. This bonus podcast episode is my day 5 post. It's 'a bit different' for a number of reasons, but you'll have to listen to the show to find out why. As well as some chat about blog week, I'll also feature some audio recorded during my recent visit to London to see the lovely Kate (aka KatesTwirl). I should warn listeners in advance that there is a lot of swooning over yarn and a fair bit of giggling! In an attempt to be serious, I will also try and comment on Guernsey's recent election. I hope you enjoy this bonus episode and I will aim to get another online at the beginning of May. Oooh, before I forget, if you'd like to check out other bloggers' posts about this topic, Google the code 3KCBWDAY5. *** Please note, as of May 2014, the iMake blog has a new website address - imakegsy.com (show notes can be found here). If you'd like to make contact, please email imakegsy@gmail.com. Thank

In this episode we celebrate the arrival of spring with a little cross stitch chatter.  There is a recap of my recent creative exploits as always, along with some recommendations of places to visit in Guernsey.  Grab yourself a cuppa and a craft project and join me for a crafty catch up. *** Please note, as of May 2014, the iMake blog has a new website address - imakegsy.com (show notes can be found here). If you'd like to make contact, please email imakegsy@gmail.com. Thank you.***.

This show is something of a mixed bag, hence the name!  It has been a month since my last show and I have been getting up to all sorts.  There is lots of knitting and a great deal of crafty chatter.  This show features an interview with the lovely Isla, a new friend of the show, and we chat about handmade weddings.  There is also some audio from me and hubby, recorded during our recent trip to the Channel Island of Jersey.  So you know what to do... grab your current crafty work in progress and a large cuppa and join me for a crafty catch up! *** Please note, as of May 2014, the iMake blog has a new website address - imakegsy.com (show notes can be found here). If you'd like to make contact, please email imakegsy@gmail.com. Thank you.***.

In this episode Charles and I take you on the first of our audio tours of Guernsey. Hopefully there will be a few more of these (when it's a little less chilly out). I have some blog recommendations for you too, as well as an update on my recent creative exploits. So put on a pot of coffee, and some hand-knitted socks, and join me for some crafty chatter. *** Please note, as of May 2014, the iMake blog has a new website address - imakegsy.com (show notes can be found here). If you'd like to make contact, please email imakegsy@gmail.com. Thank you.***.

This is a bumper episode focusing on our wonderful crafty community.  There's quite a bit of knitting (including a knitalong with the lovely Chloe and Kate), news on my ebook and some other crafty community recommendations.  There is also an update on the forthcoming Guernsey Literary Potato Peel Pie Society movie.  Sadly I didn't get the lead role, but have a listen to the show to find out who did!  Grab a cup of something warm and comforting and join me for some crafty chatter. *** Please note, as of May 2014, the iMake blog has a new website address - imakegsy.com (show notes can be found here). If you'd like to make contact, please email imakegsy@gmail.com. Thank you.***.

Happy new year and welcome to 2012!  As I am returning from a short podcast break, I spend most of this episode catching listeners up with what I've been doing, as well as saying a few thank yous to the lovely people who contacted me during my break. I cover my recent (mostly knitted) creative exploits, touch on Christmas and then turn my attention to the new year.  I share a few of my new year's resolutions and consider a few ways to ensure resolutions are kept.  The Guernsey section of the show is all about the Guernsey Dairy.  Let's catch up! *** Please note, as of May 2014, the iMake blog has a new website address - imakegsy.com (show notes can be found here). If you'd like to make contact, please email imakegsy@gmail.com. Thank you.***.

This show is something of a mixed bag and includes me interviewing myself, as well as a review of the Country Living Christmas event by the lovely Kate. There is also my recent creative exploits - this episode is simply bursting with crafty goodness!  Please join in and share the handmade love. This is my last episode of 2011, so I will look forward to speaking to you again in early 2012. Merry Christmas! *** Please note, as of May 2014, the iMake blog has a new website address - imakegsy.com (show notes can be found here). If you'd like to make contact, please email imakegsy@gmail.com. Thank you.***.