Alex Collins | Episode 61 Show Notes - A knitting and sewing podcast

Hello friends, welcome to episode sixty one of my knitting and sewing podcast! If you're interested to learn more about any of the pieces I share in this episode you can find all the details below.

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WHAT I'M WEARING

Deep Moss Pot by Kari Helene Rane for The Fibre Co. knit using The Fibre Co. Lore in Heaven

WHAT I'VE BEEN KNITTING

Vanilla Socks knit using West Yorkshire Spinners Signature 4 Ply in Blue Tit and Cascade Heritage Solids in Navy 5623

Apple Blossom Shawl by by Ashley Lee knit using John Arbon Knit by Numbers 4 Ply in KBN0111

Rowan Felted Tweed DK in Ginger 154

Pheasant Pullover by Amy Christoffers knit using Jamiesons and Smith 2ply Jumper Weight

WHAT I'VE BEEN SEWING

Reynolds Dress by Helens Closet and fabric from Misan West, Goldhawk Road, London.

EVENTS

Southern Wool Show, Newbury - Sat 30th & Sun 31st August 2025

Unravel, Farnham - Fri 12th & Sat 13th September 2025

MENTIONS

Isla Shawl by Astrid Troland

Marlene Knits

Davenport Dress

Maggie Vest

SHOP UPDATE

As you saw me mention in this podcast episode I sell project bags and knitting accessories for makers. See what's available in the shop today or email me to request a custom order.

Thanks again for watching. Until next time, Alex x


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