Hosted by Carmen and Kayleigh, each episode of A Yarn Story Podcast blends knitting inspiration, yarn talk and the latest products with plenty of laughs, wine talk and special guests.
Tune in to A Yarn Story Podcast to hear:
- Tips to improve your knitting
- Inspirational project ideas
- The latest designs and patterns
- Exclusive AYS content
- Interviews with yarn experts
- Technique tips and trips
- Many, many laughs!
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A Yarn Story Podcast Episodes
S3, E8: Season 3 Finale: WIPS, FOs and we answer YOUR knitting questions
Welcome to the final episode of Season 3. Honestly, where does the time go?! In this season finale, Carmen and Kayleigh share their FOs, what they're both currently knitting and Carmen has an exciting new project on the needles. We finish by answering your questions in the Q&A segment.
S3, E7: Colorwork Tips, New Project Bags, How To Get Your Tension Right and Knitting Q&A
This week, we begin with a big ol' catch up on life events (including Kayleigh's wedding plans), before diving into our current knit projects, lessons in knitting and wrap things up by answering your question.
S3, E6: Annual Sale, Secrets to Running a Successful Yarn Shop & Hot Weather Knitting
Susan joins Carmen on this episode. Hear top tips for knitting in hot weather, the secrets behind running a successful yarn shop and their latest summer knitting projects.
S3, E5: Bath’s Ultimate Knitting Retreat plus New Opus, Spincycle Yarns & What We're Wearing
This week, Carmen is joined by Walcot Yarns sales and operations manager Beverley as they chat all things yarn (including new Walcot Yarns Opus colours!) and share more details about the luxury Bath knitting retreat coming in 2025.
S3, E4: Summer Yarn Guide: Cotton, Silk, Wool & Blends. Plus, how to master advanced knitting techniques
This week, Carmen and Kayleigh reunite over a pinot noir before diving into the yarn chat. They introduce new yarn including Magpie Fibres Swanky Sock and Swanky DK as well as Hide & Hammers gorgeous new XXL bag. They share lessons in knitting - all about knitting in a group setting - and answer your questions including why they chose to settle in Bath. Enjoy!
S3, E3: New Knitting Patterns, Fonty Wool Q&A, Chiaogoo Needles Review and Petiteknit Cumulus V-Neck
Kayleigh takes charge of this week's podcast as Carmen is away in Toronto at Knit City and is joined by Susan. They explore different yarns and patterns, focusing on the Fonty Super Tweed and make suggestions for various projects like the Esther Jacket and the Old River Road pattern. They review the Chiaogoo Forte knitting needle set and share personal anecdotes about their favorite wines and cocktails.
S3, E2: Easy Knitting Patterns For Beginners (plus NEW wool)
In this episode we unveil two new yarns to the shop, share over 11 pattern suggestions and we answer your questions including "What are easy knitting patterns for beginners". Tune in to find out.
S3, E1: We're Back!! New Yarn, Lessons in Knitting & Taylor Swift
In the first episode of Season 1, Carmen and Kayleigh share what they're working on and have recently completed. They share two new exciting deliveries in the shop and, in Lessons in Knitting, discuss the differences between skeins, balls and donuts.
S2, E10: Season 2 finale: WIPS, colour suggestions and LOTS of laughs!
In the final episode of Season 2, Kayleigh is back with Carmen to talk all things yarn. They share what they're wearing and what they're currently working on and share A LOT of laughs! We think you're going to love this finale...
S2, E9: [Behind The Scenes] Life As A Knitwear Designer
This week Carmen is joined by Amanda as Kayleigh is working on her PhD this month. We dig into Amanda’s career as a knitwear designer and what it’s really like working full time as a designer (including what it was like working for Mohamed Al-Fayed and why she turned down Harrods!)
S2, E8: The BEST yarn pairings and discover our KAL selections
After our wine segment we take a diversion into the house-buying process in the UK (!) before we dive into Carmen's new coaching venture. We share what we've decided to knit for the upcoming KAL and announce that we're heading to Unravel festival of yarn.
S2, E7: 2024 Knit Goals. Plus, join our LIVE Knit-A-Long
We're coming to you LIVE from our team getaway to Susan's house in Devon. We share our 2023 completed projects (and regrets!) and share our 2024 goals. Plus, we announce more details about our first knit-a-long of the year. We cannot wait!
S2, E6: Favouite sock sets, current projects & a special 'Cocktails with Kayleigh'
We kick today's episode off with a special 'Cocktails with Kayleigh' segement (because, why not!). We then move on to share details about our next Country House Retreat (more on our retreats here) as well as what we're wearing and what we're currenly knitting.
S2, E5: A Yarn Expert's Shopping List: What We Buy
In this episode, we dive into what we bought at Rhinebeck. So, if you've ever wondered what yarn a knit-shop owner buys, listen on! You can also watch this episode on our YouTube Channel.
S2, E4: Christmas Special: Exclusive GIVEAWAY!
Welcome to this Christmas special of A Yarn Story podcast. This week, Carmen and Kayleigh are joined by two special guests and we announce a super exciting GIVEAWAY!
S2, E3: The #1 BEST piece of advice for new knitters to learn FAST
This week, discover the most important thing beginner knitters need to do to improve fast and why some yarns bobble more than others (and why). We also share what we're wearing and bring you an update on Kayleigh's progress with her tessellated vest by Andrea Mowry
S2, E2: Introducing NEW yarn Fluff
We're so excited to introduce Fluff - our new yarn we've created in collaboration with Walcot Yarns x Les Garcons. We talk though Fluff colours and also highlight some gorgeous new custom-made yarn from Spincycle.
S2, E1: We're back! Spincycle Yarns, running an ethical yarn business and knitwear for dogs!
WE'RE BACK! Season 2 of A Yarn Story Podcast is here and we're delighed to welcome you to Episode 1. In this episode, we chat .... and we have a LOT of laughs! Enjoy and please do share the episode with your knitting friends if you enjoyed it :)
