Melody Crochet Podcast Episode 31 Show Notes

Hi! This is my crochet podcast where I discuss my crochet, knitting, other crafts as they apply. I finished a pair of crochet socks. I found a brand new to me yarn store on a drive and wanted to share it with you. I am getting ready to start #dfwitsayarncrawlyall tomorrow and just SO excited.

A little about me? My favorite things to make are hats, shawls, blankets and socks. I love yarn, tea, coffee and making. I hope to share that love with you.

Click here to watch...or continue below to the show notes!

FOs
Laticia Slouchy Crochet Socks
Lion Brand Cupcake Yarn in "Tutu Much"
Clover Soft Touch Crochet Hook- Gray Size D3/3.25mm

WIPS

Jayda In Stitches Victorian Sampler Blanket
Boye Tulip Etimo Crochet Hook, Size J10/6mm     
I Love This Cotton yarn in Turquoise Aran Weight 100% Cotton (not mercerized)

What Have I Done (Just bought)

Red Heart Super Saver (Jade, Dark Orchid and Pool)

Caron Cakes in Bumbleberry

Full Set of Clover Amour Crochet Hooks  

Clover Amour Crochet Hook Size K/6.5mm

Knitters Pride Size 1 Zing DPNs

Giveaways

1500 Subscriber Giveaway: Amber Austin!

The 1500 Subscriber Giveaway is in no way affiliated with Youtube or Instagram. The items were purchased with my own money and you can enter the contest if you comment below with an idea about what I should call the thing in the video that I asked you to name. The result will be drawn at random before I podcast on 8/8/18 at 7am. So that is the cut off! If you have questions, comments or concerns please send me a message on Instagram. Also if you would like to add to my little prize pile please see my about section for a physical address and let me know that you are sending something so I can keep an eye out. Thank you and best luck!!!

This week we also go into what I did while I was NOT crocheting

Balanced Skein Yarn Store

Redecorated my bathrooms

Cleaned Like a Mad Woman

Mrs Meyers Clean Day

New Bed

New Shelves for the yarn Stash

Lots of Painting (Art Sherpa Buddha Painting )

Eyeshadow Palette Hunting

Pickles got a tummy flue

I tore out carpet

Homeschool all organized!

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Melody Crochet Podcast Episode 30! (1500?!)

Hi friend!

I just posted the 30th episode of the Melody Crochet Podcast and celebrated 1500 subscribers!
(Thanks guys!!) Like always, I discussed my crochet, knitting, other crafts as they applied.

I finished knitting a pair of socks that went so fast. And I have started making a tutorial for a my
"Independence Kimono" and an off the shoulder top. I reviewed ZZ Twist by Lion Brand this last week and
will post that in a day or so and I will be sure to let you know about it here on the blog.
(spoiler...its yarn. I like it).

I had lots of crochet time on the road and while visiting places because this week was Izzys Birthday!!! He is nine now, guys. Nine! Remember when I was here and showing you the first tiny things I made for him? Oh, the feels are so strong on birthdays. I am so proud of the kind, strong, peaceful little man he has become. I could just explode. It has been a wild year and he has really helped keep our family grounded.

We got him a drum set. Yes, a drum set. 

While celebrating I went ahead and made some home purchases. I am thinking that I need another youtube channel for the non-yarn related stuff that. I feel completely comfortable sharing that here with the blog...but I feel hesitant on the Youtube channel. I worry that my friends there might just be after the yarn content. I will meditate on this for the week and decide. There are several things that I haven't shared because I didn't want to bore anyone. That is not like me!

I am also really excited to share my progress on some other projects this week, designing some projects and getting ready for the holiday shop. This is the time of year that I start thinking about the holidays. I blame Hobby Lobby for putting up the Christmas Decorations. It is delightful in the heat of Texas...but it does make you feel just a little pressure.

I talk a lot about my new yarn that I purchased for the #SummerRomanceAlong with CrochetLuna. It was not on purpose. The subject of the yarn just kept coming up in the conversation. My theme is Buffy and Spike. But, I lean more toward Spike Drucilla. #teamspuffy

I hope that you take the time (30 minutes, specifically) to hang out with me on this fine day. Grab a project to work on and a nice cup of something.

If you have any questions or comments please leave them! I love to converse...if you are wondering where to connect...

Lets Connect!

Blog: www.MelodyCrochet.com

My Designs on Ravelry: https://www.ravelry.com/designers/melody-adams

Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/MelodyCrochet

Instagram: MelodyCrochet

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MelodyCrochet

Twitter: https://twitter.com/MelodyLovesYarn

MelodyCrochet Podcast Group on Ravelry:

The knitty gritty:

FOs

1. Hedgehog City Roller Socks

WIPS

1. Independence Kimono out of I Love This Cotton in Turquoise on a K hook
2. Latitia Socks for the 80s Along out of Lion Brand Cupcake (Tutu Much)on a D hook
3. Off the Shoulder Top out of ZZ Twist in Peacock on an I Hook

Starting

What Have I Done

Errol and Amber gift yarn!

Mad Tosh Yarn - Brienne of Tarth Battles a Bear in Euro Sock

Mad Tosh Yarn - The Red Woman in Euro Sock

Mad Tosh Pin

Mad Tosh Yarn - Denarys Unicorn Tail

Giveaways

This week I have the 1500 subscriber giveaway on MelodyCrochet youtube channel. Here are the details and rules and stuff about that...

The 1500 Subscriber Giveaway is in no way affiliated with Youtube or Instagram. The items were purchased with my own money and you can enter the contest if you comment below with an idea about what I should call the thing in the video that I asked you to name. The result will be drawn at random before I podcast on 8/8/18 at 7am. So that is the cut off! If you have questions, comments or concerns please send me a message on Instagram. Also if you would like to add to my little prize pile please see my about section for a physical address and let me know that you are sending something so I can keep an eye out. Thank you and best luck!!!

Melody Crochet Podcast Episode 29

Hi! This week on my crochet and knitting podcast I finished a crochet hat and shawl this week. And started a knitted shawl by Stephen West. I am really excited to share that and my progress on some other projects! I talk a lot about different Lion Brand yarn this week. Not on purpose. They just kept coming up in the conversation. LOL

The shownotes are in this post if you keep scrolling. 

A little about me? My favorite things to make are hats, shawls, blankets and socks. I love yarn, tea, coffee and making. I hope to share that love with you.

Lets Connect!

Blog: www.MelodyCrochet.com

My Designs on Ravelry: https://www.ravelry.com/designers/melody-adams

Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/MelodyCrochet

Instagram: MelodyCrochet

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MelodyCrochet

Twitter: https://twitter.com/MelodyLovesYarn

MelodyCrochet Podcast Group on Ravelry: https://www.ravelry.com/groups/melodycrochet-and-knitting-podcast

FOs

Fringe Triangle Shawl - MelodyCrochet - N Hook - Lion Brand Heartland

Owl Be A Messy Bun Beanie- Knots of Love with Jess - H Hook and Caron Simply Soft in Pagoda

WIPS

Hedgehog City Rollers - Rose City Rollers - Hedgehog Fibers Potluck - Size 1 ChiaoGoo Bamboo DPNsStripify - Steven West - Many different sock weight/fingering weight yarns - Size 5 Nova Platina Knitting Needles

Independence Kimono - MelodyCrochet - TBA
Laticia Socks - Ling Ryan - Lion Brand Cupcake in Tutu Much - Size D Clover Crochet Hook

Starting

Off the Shoulder Top

What Have I Done

Ikea Bag and Notion Pouches

Elite Le Gran Mohair Yarn in Merlot

Giveaways

Pink Yarn - Crafting With Aunt Petunia

TV Along - Layered Daisy

This week

Hubby

Arboretum

Ikea

Welcome Summer with Me - Episode 28 is published!

I finished so many things this last week! I could not wait to share them all with you. So, please grab something wonderful to drink and a project...lets chat!

Mel

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Podcast Episode 23 Show Notes!

Hi guys!

I hope you are all doing well. I posted podcast episode 23 this evening. I hope that you enjoy.

Here are some things that I discuss:

Finished Objects:

Rectangle Granny: J Hook and My own Pattern. I will link to it here when I make the pattern and video

Mandala Doily in Silk Roving from Darn Good Yarn. J Hook and improvised pattern.

WIPS

Mandala Madness1 used an I Hook and Red Heart Super Saver Yarn
Mandala Madness 2 used an I Hook and Caron Simply Soft Yarn

Shusui Shrug using Plank and Stella Sock Yarn in "Under the Sea" on Size 5 Chiaogoo Lace 24 inch circular needles

Amma Granny Top

Hobby Lobby Flexible Mesh Tote

Hobby Lobby Large Plastic Tote

Subscription to Darn Good Yarn

Link to the #SpringDecorAlong at the MelodyCrochet Podcast Group on Ravelry

Links to My Social Media!

Instagram: MelodyCrochet
Facebook 
Ravelry
MelodyCrochet Podcast Group on Ravelry

Thank you and please note that some of the links in this post are affiliate links. If you choose to use them I greatly appreciate your support!

MelodyCrochet Podcast Episode 18 - Ready for 2018!

Happy New Years Eve! What better way to end the year then by looking forward to next years dream crochet? Today I am talking about knitting and crochet goals for 2018. I go over the two itty bitty works in progress that I started while I was supposed to be finishing my test knit (I DID end up finishing it that night!)

Cactus Hat
Spring Green Red Heart Super Saver. 41 Stitches tall on a J Hook. More info will be available on sizing when it is complete. :)

Thank you so much to Twinkie Chan for the inspiration. It brought a great smile to my face on Christmas morning.

Fortune's Shawlette by Tamara Kelly of Moogly.com
J sized Bamboo Hook
Dream In Color Smooshy with Cashmere in Carousel
#Oneskeinwonderlandcal with Crochet Circle Podcast
Ravelry Project Page

My Crochet Cozy Memories Blanket is at 91 Squares as of today!
Here is a link to my ravelry project page!


Here is a link to my post on my #makenine2018. I go over all of the patterns that I just HAVE to make. There is a link to my ravelry project page where I am keeping the raverly pattern pages. And if you look below the picture in the blog post I have liked to the designers blog posts on their patterns. Both are so valuable to me when I start a project that I had to share!

Happy New Year, Friend! Enjoy and be safe!!

MelodyCrochet Podcast 17! - The Christmas Episode

Hi guys! Hope you are all doing fine. Happy Holidys to you and yours. (((hugs)))

I posted a video yesterday and wanted to leave some links to what was on there and where you might find it. Just in case!

First off...the tree is real. Every year. My husband cannot fathom a fake tree. I let the family place the ornaments but I do everything else. It is one of my favorite things to do. I get so scratched up so I wouldn't want to make a career out of it. But, one tree a year and I have this permanent grin glued on my face. So, she had to be in the video!

The bear above my head is our "elf on a shelf". I crocheted him from the Amineko pattern in this adorable book. Its made from Gynx Yarns on her glitz sock base in the colorway "Naughty or Nice". Here is the project page! And here is the book:

And now for the things I am making:

Works In Progress!

Garter Squish knitted blanket for Errol!

These are the needles I used:



Holey Smokes crochet shawl

Ho's!

My gloves are my own pattern and I will link when I get the pattern written digitally. For now it is chicken scratch in three places. LOL But I used Encore by Plymouth yarn, Knitters Pro Cubic wooden needles in size 5. The X-Large gloves only take 36 grams of yarn each. I am so thrilled. I really thought I was going to need two balls of yarn for a set of gloves.

Finished Objects!

Cosy Cardi Crazy Christmas crochet sweater

Cozy Thermal Mitts knitted fingerless gloves for the husbeast! Here is the link to my favorite mitten needles!

Oh! The Tea!!! Red Velvet by Stash Tea is probably my favorite tea that I have found this season. I am just in love with it. I have found a few new favorites but this one I just cannot get enough of.


Their words:

Have your cake and drink it too! Rooibos combines with rich chocolate, caramel, and raspberry flavors to create the perfect cup to satisfy a sweet tooth. Pleasingly sweet with a distinctive chocolate taste and a beautiful red brew. Add a splash of milk and sugar for a creamy dessert in a cup.

Ingredients
Cocoa shells, rooibos, hibiscus, natural cream cheese flavor, natural caramel flavor, natural raspberry flavor

My words...its smooth chocolate raspberry but heavy on the raspberry. Like jam. I add a tiny bit of stevia and a little milk. I never bring tea to bed because I have carpet right now and two dogs. Its begging for trouble. But, I have brought this to bed to drink while I crochet TWICE this week.

Thank you for the love and support that you send through the blog and the vlog. If I don't see you until after Christmas I hope yours is merry and bright and full of things that make your heart smile!



As always, this post contains with affiliate links that I profit financially from. I so appreciate when you do. I hope that they prove to be as helpful to you as the profits are to me.

Episode 14 and Shownotes!

Finished Objects

Filet Skull Jumper

Dishcloths - Tunisian



WIPS

Oracle Shawl - Voolenvine

Cozi Cardigan by BobWilson123



Purchases and Presents this Week (What Have I Done?!)

Loops and Threads Cozy Wool

Fake Fur for Pompoms

Salt and Pepper Shakers from Target

Quirky Monday Crafts on Etsy for Caleishas gorgeous Bags

Rowan Summer Crochet Catalog

Earthly Hues

Vessel Yarn Co

Amandas Quilts N Such





Make Alongs

Brooklyn Knitfolk #BKHipsterKAL

Cozy Cottage and Crochet Luna are having the #SSTCAL

Pinfeathers and Pearls Podcast is having the #Mintalong





Please note, I do use affiliate links whenever possible. Its how I keep free patterns and content coming on a regular basis. I really appreciate your support in helping me share what I love with you full time.

Episode 12 of MelodyCrochet podcast has been published. And I am going to be doing Vlogoween! Can't wait to get to see you every day this month! Happy October, friends! Please send me suggestions about things to make and places to go and what to share. 

Podcast Show Notes and Tags

Yarn and Gifts

MelodyCrochet on Etsy

MelodyCrochet Blog

AmandasQuiltsnSuch on Etsy

Vessel Yarn Co on Etsy

Cotton Flowers Yarns on Etsy

Patterns (on Ravelry)

Mapleton Shawl

Winifred Shawl

Day of the Dead Skull

Liula Stole

Spotting Clouds Top

Amma Granny Square Top

Oracle Shawl

StevenBe

Spicier Life Blanket Pattern

Ye Jin Neckwarmer

Alongs

#PSLwithMEL thread

#SeptemberShawlAlong

#Vlogoween

Mentioned

AddyDae Designs

Cozy Cottage Crochet

BobWilson123

Cherry Heart Blog

My Creative Garage

Potter and Bloom

The Loopy Stitch

Episode 6 of the MelodyCrochet Craftcast!

MelodyCrochet Podcast Episode 5 - Crochet, Knitting, and that evil machine

Episode 5 of the MelodyCrochet podcast was just published!









I want to thank everyone that has subscribed with a giveaway! Head over to the MelodyCrochet Podcast group to enter the giveaway for a copy of the Sunday Shawl Pattern from Alia at The Little Bee!



This week we talk about a new place I visited, I share an amazing swap package that I received, I go on and on about sewing on that evil machine and discuss my sons birthday last week!



Tea: Chai from Trader Joes (Nom!)



Here is some information on the projects that I discussed this week!

Willowfall Cowl by Remade By Hand

Malabrigo Sock in Light of Love on Size 5 Needles.



Sunday Shawl by The Little Bee 

I Love this Cotton on a Clover J Hook



Mystery Machine Sock

Regia 6-Fadig (means 6 Ply...aka Sport) on Size 1 Chiaogoo Twist interchangeables on the mini wire.



Unicorn Yarnachino Yarn

My Creative Garage



Beach Bag - Free pattern!

Zeens and Roger on the Hobbycraft website (link on Ravelry)

Caron Cake in Fairy Cake on a G hook



My shorts pattern was NewLook A6271 ...I omited the waist band and just cut the waist two inches higher than suggested and did a fold over elastic tunnel.



My skirt pattern was just traced from a skirt that fit me in a way that I like.



Pineapple Tank

Red Heart Baby Sheen on an F Hook



Speckled Space Socks

MelodyCrochet Sparkle yarn and size 0 Addi Turbo Sock Rockets



Bendy Arrow Shawl

Malabrigo Sock in Dewberry (Purple) and Indicieta (Green)



KALS/CALS



Brontealong with LoveSockWool



Summer Romance Along with Crochet Luna and Crochet Cakes



Let me know what you think and what you are working one! Take good care and see you next week. (((hugs)))

MelodyCrochet Podcast Episode 4!

Did I mention that I started a podcast? No?! I'm sorry! I didn't mean to leave you out. But, the idea of starting was a little overwhelming. Very little organizing or admin was done because I didn't want to make it any more work than it was for fear that I just wouldn't do it. But I did it! And I'm really glad that I have. I also started a little ravelry group for the podcast, please come join us! It's my next bit of admin to attack. I would love to hear from you for support as I learn. 

I will be posting show notes there and here. I will just link to hear from the group. I tried to just do the notes on there but I am so much more used to formatting on this platform. I will also be posting more here about my projects. I have been making quite a bit. I just have not been writing much about my endeavors. What have you been working on? I'd love to hear! But here is the show notes for episode 4!

Finished Objects

Ripples of Happiness by Sucrette (she has the most amazing blog...it makes me want to crochet everything in my home!

Poppy Troll Hat by Tawnya Myers at Just Crafting Around

WIPS

Willowfall Testknit by Remade by Hand (Erin Kurup)

Mystery Machine Socks

Sunday Shawl by Alia at The Little Bee 

She has the most colorful instagram feed! She will make you want to crochet every pattern in every colorway that you see! So pretty. 

Bendy Arrow by Charlotte Bory of the Charlotte and Gus podcast!

Peachy Geometric by Sandra at Cherry Heart

housed in a bag that was gifted to me and made from this pattern:

Swirling Bag

Rose City Rollers by Mara Bryner

New Stuff!

In this episode I talk about these new-to-me items!

Chiaogoo Twist Interchangeable Knitting Needles in Mini needles and cable

Regia 6-Fedig Sport weight sock yarn 

Daiso Crochet Hooks 

Project bay from the Target Dollar Hot Spot. 

Dream Knitting:

Campfire Cardigan Jess Coppom

Blurre Addydae Designs

KALs/CALs

#Brontealong with LoveSockWool podcast

Summer of Romance Crochet and Knit along with Crochet Cakes Podcast and Crochet Luna Podcast (#SRCAL)