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Hello from ROCK CITY!!
So you probably thought I’d never fly again after LAST weekend, but LOOK! Here I am in DETROIT! With Shay Pendray!
We’re taping a segment on the Needle Arts Studio, a PBS program that reaches 60 MILLION households in the US and Canada.
Here’s me and Shay on set:
The yarn we’re fondling is the new Cash Vero from Cascade yarns. It’s a blend of Cashmere, Merino, and Microfiber, so it’s soft and shiny and economical at the same time. You can pretty much sub it for anything you’d use 220 for. The ball band wants you to use a bigger needle, but I think I’ll be using it in worsted situations.
I’m going to be updating this post today with more photos, but want to get this posted! I neglected to post right away about the book fair, and now the photos are on the other computer…
The trip started out like any normal trip that I go on alone…very very iPod-zone out and knit…THEN. In Dallas. I’m in line to get on the plane and am approached by a gorgeous blond woman who seems to know my name! Guess WHO! Tina Whitmore of KnitWhits!! You’ve seen her work on her own site, at Stitch Diva, and all over the country in yarn shops. Tina and I rode to the Inn together and had dinner and dished until 10 pm. (Then I had to go finish my project!)
Tina on TV:
This morning, we all got up to go to the studio, and who’s in the lobby? KRISTIN NICHOLAS! She’s published EVERYWHERE, and you probably recognize her work by its use of color. She has a new book coming out (I got a sneak peek at the projects but swore not to post photos, so I didn’t take any.) Her projects are colorful and playful and when she laid them out on the table, every single one of us was over there swarming her. She’s amazing. And just generally really awesome to talk to. She’s got a BLOG! YAY! (She also has her own yarn line and the colors are just gorgeous. Deep and rich.
Kristin, Shay, Me:
I also met the Chicks with Sticks! These ladies are so much fun! The projects they showed use crochet in situations where we’ve gotten used to using knitting, like the potato-chip scarves and even in felting. Their work is very brightly colored and fun. Loved meeting them! I heard that they’ve even sold their knitting kits on QVC! Now *that’s* national coverage!
Lisa Daniels of Big Sky Luxury Yarns and Muench Yarns was there to do three segments. She was showcasing the “Touch Me” chenille with wool core that I used in my Spring 07 Knitscene pattern. Really enjoyed meeting her.
Heather from Monsterbubbles was there. She cross-stitches on alternative surfaces. She sells kits for jewelry and art wall hangings that use window screen as the base for the stitching, instead of cloth. These are so gorgeous, funky, and modern. I really like them. You should check out her site gallery.
Group Photo:
L to R: The Chicks, Heather, Me, Tina, Kristin, Lisa, and the really sweet Borgello needlepoint woman.
PS: Tina’s saying, “We’re suddenly all scrunching down.” and we were. We were. lol.
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6 Responses to “The Needle Arts Studio”
Wow what fun! Sound and looks like a great time!
I was just reading about that show- so excited to hear they are taping new episodes!
Looks like quite the gathering! Fun!
Oh- and you are totally taunting us with that jacket cover sweater. Sheesh.
Wow, sounds like fun! Lucky you!!
Hair and jacket both are looking fabulous. It must be crazy to be on TV so often these days. You look so natural!
it does sound like fun!
i’m loving your hair. it looks really great, color and cut wise. go on with your bad self
Hey, I love all your stuff!!! I’m from NM as well!!! My folks live in Deming, but I grew up in Albuquerque. I REALLY LOVE the “Jacket Cover Sweater”!!! I have the book but have looked and looked for the pattern, hoping to find it in one of your books….am I missing it? Let me know where I can buy the pattern, I would love to knit it up. Also check out my site whenever you get a chance, from one artist to another!!!