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Enjoy these video and audio recordings from previous Planet Purl Party Line events and online knitting classes. See upcoming Party Line Event Calendar.

"Knit to Flatter" with Amy Herzog Recorded: April 8th, 2013 The subtitle of this book is "The only instructions you'll ever need to knit sweaters that make you look good and feel great!" Ah, the holy grail of knitting....Amy Herzog joins us to talk about her new book, "Knit to Flatter". If you've ever knitted a sweater that looked awful or are hesitating to knit garments because you just can't risk the disappointment, you won't want to miss this! VIEW FULL VIDEO ARCHIVE: Watch the full event archive PLAY MP3: Party Line with Amy Herzog

"November Knits" with Kate Gagnon Osborn and Courtney Kelley Recorded: November 15th, 2012 Party Line alums Kate Gagnon Osborn and Courtney Kelley return to chat about their latest book, "November Knits". 23 projects to celebrate Fall from the pair and their friends, including Melissa LaBarre, Cecily Glowik McDonald, Kristen TenDyke and more. We'll give away a copy, too! VIEW FULL VIDEO ARCHIVE: Watch the full event archive PLAY MP3: Party Line with Kate and Courtney

"Knitting from the Center Out" with Daniel Yuhas Recorded: November 13th, 2012 We just love knitting in all directions and we've had Party Line guests here to talk about sideways knitting, top-down knitting, diagonal knitting and now we're excited to welcome Daniel Yuhas to talk about his new book, "Knitting from the Center Out". The book has 28 projects that start with just a few stitches and grow from the middle. VIEW FULL VIDEO ARCHIVE: Watch the full event archive PLAY MP3: Party Line with Daniel Yuhas

"Short Story" with Cathy Carron Recorded: November 8th, 2012 We love Cathy Carron (my copy of "Hip Knit Hats" is almost worn out!) so we're extra excited that she'll return to the Party Line to tell us all about her newest book "Short Story". A versatile collection of 35 boleros, shrugs, cropped cardis, and short wraps, plus instructions for how to adjust length for those who like their "stories" a bit longer. VIEW FULL VIDEO ARCHIVE: Watch the full event archive PLAY MP3: Party Line with Cathy Carron

"French Girl Knits Accessories" with Kristeen Griffin-Grimes Recorded: October 23rd, 2012 I have to admit I would have bought this book just because I love: 1) knitting; 2) accessories; and 3) anything remotely French. Good thing the book is also BEAUTIFUL! And we're delighted that author Kristeen Griffin-Grimes will be joining us for her first ever appearance on the Party Line to talk about her new book "French Girl Knits Accessories", a follow up to her wildly successful French Girl Knits. So put on your best beret and join us on the Party Line. VIEW FULL VIDEO ARCHIVE: Watch the full event archive PLAY MP3: Party Line with Kristeen Griffin-Grimes

"Comfort Knitting: Babies & Toddlers" with Norah Gaughan Recorded: October 17th, 2012 Designer extraordinaire Norah Gaughan returns to the Party Line to showcase "Comfort Knitting and Crochet: Babies and Toddlers", Berroco's latest collection featuring their amazing "Comfort" line of yarn and machine-washable "Vintage." I'll admit to being somewhat of a yarn snob, but the first time I fondled "Comfort" yarn, I changed my tune about acrylic. The perfect yarn for gift knitting and especially baby items, this book features a whopping 50 (no, that's not a typo) projects from Norah and the Berroco Design Team. VIEW FULL VIDEO ARCHIVE: Watch the full event archive PLAY MP3: Party Line with Norah Gaughan

"Dreaming in Color" with Kaffe Fassett Recorded: September 18th, 2012 We are honored that the venerable Kaffe Fassett returned to the Party Line to talk about "Dreaming in Color", his autobiography. Tracing his life from Big Sur, to boarding school run by a guru, to studying painting at the School of the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston, you'll journey with Kaffe from his all-white painting to a life lived in the explosion of color for which he is rightfully famous. Gorgeously photographed, it's an inspiration for all textlie artists. VIEW FULL VIDEO ARCHIVE: Watch the full event archive PLAY MP3: Party Line with Kaffe Fassett

"Knit Notes" with Be Sweet's Nadine Curtis Recorded: September 12th, 2012 Party Line newcomer Nadine Curis joins us to talk about her new book, "Knit Notes", a design and inspiration journal, with all the tools you need to keep track of your projects and your own designs. Hear the story of Be Sweet as well. As a special treat, during the interview she tells you how to win a big prize pack of Be Sweet patterns and yarn! Contest closes September 19th. VIEW FULL VIDEO ARCHIVE: Watch the full event archive PLAY MP3: Party Line with Nadine Curtis

"Knitting Everyday Finery" with Mel Clark Recorded: July 24th, 2012 A little knitted bit of something can turn jeans and a tee into something special, so we're delighted that Mel Clark will be joining us live from New Zealand to talk about her beautiful book "Knitting Everyday Finery". What kind of hostess would I be if I didn't give away a book? PLAY MP3: Party Line with Mel Clark

"Unexpected Afghans" with Robyn Chachula Recorded: July 19th, 2012 Crochet superstar Robyn Chacula calls on her own superstar friends, like Drew Emborsky, Edie Eckman, Kathy Merrick, Doris Chan and Kristin Omdahl, to present 29 designs that bring the crocheted afghan into the 21st century in her new book, "Unexpected Afghans Crochet". Robyn makes her visit to the Party Line to chat and to give away a copy of the book! PLAY MP3: Party Line with Robyn Chachula

"Urban Edge" with The Shibaguyz Recorded: June 19th, 2012 Crazy talented (read that with a comma or a hyphen) crocheters, Shannon and Jason Mullett-Bowlsby, Shibaguyz to those who know and love them, have their first book out, "Urban Edge". Thirteen modern designs to unleash your inner hipness! Not only did they design the projects, but the photography is the work of those mad genius ShibaGuyz. PLAY MP3: Party Line with the Shibaguyz

"Custom Knits Accessories" with Wendy Bernard Recorded: May 22nd, 2012 With her follow up to Custom Knits, Wendy Bernard helps you find your inner design confidence for smaller projects with "Custom Knits Accessories". PLAY MP3: Party Line with Wendy Bernard

"Knitting Nature" with Norah Gaughan Recorded: May 18th, 2012 One of our all-time fave designers, Norah Gaughan is known for her work at Berroco and for the mad way she turns the math found in nature into gorgeous knitted designs. She joined us to talk about her spectaculaneous book, "Knitting Nature". Finally available in paperback at a very pocket-friendly price, it's reason to celebrate on the Party Line. PLAY MP3: Party Line with Norah Gaughan

"Custom Crocheted Sweaters" with Dora Ohrenstein Recorded: March 20th, 2012 Nothing goes together like crochet and Spring! Crochet designer Dora Ohrenstein makes her first visit to the Party Line to introduce her book, "Custom Crocheted Sweaters". 10 master patterns will help you create an endless combination of crocheted knits that fit. Of course we're giving away a copy during the event! PLAY MP3: Party Line with Dora Ohrenstein

"Beyond Knit & Purl" with Kate Atherley Recorded: February 21st, 2012 Teacher extraordinaire rKate Atherley joins us live on the Party Line to talk about her first book, "Beyond Knit & Purl". PLAY MP3: Party Line with Kate Atherley

"Knitting with the Color Guys" with Kaffe Fassett and Brandon Mably Recorded: February 21st, 2012 The brilliant Kaffe Fassett and Brandon Mably joins us live on the Party Line to talk about their first book togather, "Knitting with the Color Guys". PLAY MP3: Party Line with Kaffe Fassett and Brandon Mably

"Sweet Shawlettes" with Jean Moss Recorded: January 10th, 2012 Author/designer/teacher Jean Moss joins us live on the Party Line to talk about her new book, "Sweet Shawlettes". PLAY MP3: Party Line with Jean Moss

"Knit Noro Accessories" with Michelle Bredeson Recorded: January 5th, 2012 VK's Michelle Bredeson makes her first visit to the Party Line to talk about the beautiful new book, "Knit Noro Accessories," chock full of small projects showcasing the beautiful colors of Noro yarns. PLAY MP3: Party Line with Michelle Bredeson

"Best of Interweave Crochet" with Marcy Smith Recorded: November 29th, 2011 Interweave Crochet editor Marcy Smith makes her first visit to the Party Line to talk about the new book "Best of Interweave Crochet", featuring fave patterns from the magazine from 2004-2009. Crochet hooks at the ready, people! PLAY MP3: Party Line with Marcy Smith

"Knitting Off the Axis" with Mathew Gnagy Recorded: November 10th, 2011 Designer Mathew Gnagy makes his first visit to the Party Line to chat about his new book "Knitting Off the Axis". Listen to Mathew tell us how he was inspired to turn knitting construction on its side. PLAY MP3: Party Line with Mathew Gnagy

"Stitchionary 6: Edgings" with Carla Scott Recorded: November 9th, 2011 VK's Carla Scott returns to the Party Line to talk about the latest volume in the venerable Stitchionary series "Volume 6: Edgings". See how a little trim can take your knitting and crochet to new levels. PLAY MP3: Party Line with Carla Scott

"60 More Quick Knits in Cascade 220 Sport" with Renee Lorion Recorded: November 2nd, 2011 VK's Renee Lorion joins us live to talk about the new book "60 More Quick Knits in Cascade 220 Sport". And a sneak peek at the Holiday 2011 issue of Vogue Knitting! PLAY MP3: Party Line with Renee Lorion

"Weekend Hats" with Melissa LaBarre Recorded: October 27th, 2011 You loved them in "New England Knits", now Cecily Glowik MacDonald and Melissa LaBarre joins us live to talk about their new book "Weekend Hats", Just in time to whip up some holiday gifts. PLAY MP3: Party Line with Melissa LaBarre

"Knit Local" with Tanis Gray Recorded: October 20th, 2011 Tanis Gray joins us live to talk about her new book "Knit Local", celebrating America's home-grown yarns. With designs from some of today's hottest designers, it's a must-have for your library. PLAY MP3: Party Line with Tanis Gray

"Finishing School" with Deborah Newton Recorded: October 13th, 2011 Deborah Newton joins us live to talk about her new book "Finishing School", THE reference book for knitter's who want their garments to look hand-crafted rather than homemade. Finishing makes all the difference! PLAY MP3: Party Line with Deborah Newton

"KnitSimple Knitting Workshops" with Carla Scott Recorded: August 4th, 2011 Carla Scott joins us live on the Party Line to talk about the new book, "KnitSimple Knitting Workshops" . Whether you're a beginner or an expert knitter, this book has more tricks than.... well you know! Carla Scott, executive editor of SoHo Publishing Company's Vogue Knitting International, KnitSimple and knit.1 magazines joins us on the Party Line to talk about this new must-have resource and gives a sneak peek at garments in the Holiday issue. PLAY MP3: Party Line with Carla Scott

"Knitopedia" and VK Fall 2011 Sneak Peek with Trisha Malcolm Recorded: July 28th, 2011 The Knitmander-in-Chief of Vogue Knitting Trisha Malcolm joins us to talk about the new "Knitopedia" and gives us an exclusive sneak peek into the Fall, 2011 issue of Vogue Knitting. PLAY MP3: Party Line with Trisha Malcolm

"knit, Swirl!" with Sandra McIver Recorded: June 21st, 2011 Sandra McIver joins us to talk about her amazing "Swirls" -- sweaters that look fabulous whether you're a skinny mini or deliciously ample. Who new geometry could be so fun? Check out her book knit, Swirl! PLAY MP3: Party Line with Sandra McIver

"Loop-d-Loop Lace " with Teva Durham Recorded: May 12th, 2011 If you love knit and crochet that's runway ready, you know the name Teva Durham. With Loop-d-Loop and Loop-d-Loop Crochet -- two of the most beautiful books on the planet and personal faves of us here at Planet Purl - her new book Loop-d-Loop Lace: More than 30 Novel Lace Designs for Knitters, her own yarn line for Tahki Stacy Charles, and publications for that company, you'd think she'd have no time for a live interview, right? Well, guess what? She visited Planet Purl live on the Party Line! PLAY MP3: Party Line with Teva Durham

"60 Quick Baby Knits " with Renee Lorion Recorded: May 10th, 2011 Cascade 220 Superwash and baby knitting are a match made in knitting heaven. So you can imagine how excited we were when we received an advance copy of 60 Quick Baby Knits - Blankets, Booties, Sweaters & More in 220 Superwash from Soho Publishing. Designer Renee Lorion (whose sheep hat in the book may be the cutest hat ever), and who also happens to be the yarn editor at Vogue Knitting, joins us live on the Party Line to talk about the book. PLAY MP3: Party Line with VK's Renne Lorion FREE PATTERN: Rolled Brim Baby Hat from 60 Quick baby Knits"

"A Knitter's Home Companion" with Michelle Edwards Recorded: April 28th, 2011 Designer/essayist/illustrator Melanie Falick has written the sweetest book of essays, patterns and recipes. A perfect gift for your favorite knitter, but get one for yourself as well for when you need a smile. PLAY MP3: Party Line with Michelle Edwards FREE PATTERN: Ripple Afghan Pattern from the book "A Knitter's Home Companion" FREE RECIPE: Mandel Brot Recipe from the book "A Knitter's Home Companion"

"Knit a Dozen Slippers" with Amy Polcyn Recorded: April 19th, 2011 With twice as many feet as there are people in the world, it's no wonder that footwear is such a popular knitting project and welcome gift item. Designer/author/technical editor Amy Polcyn joins us on the Party Line to save you from cold feet and talk about her book Knit a Dozen Plus Slippers, as well as her life as a designer and highly sought-after technical editor. PLAY MP3: Party Line with Amy Polcyn

"Knitting Plus" with Lisa Shroyer of Knitscene Magazine Recorded: April 7th, 2011 Prolific designer and editor of Knitscene Magazine, Lisa Shroyer joins us to talk about her new book, "Knitting Plus," a world-class primer on how to choose and make sweaters that fit and flatter. And we get a sneak peek at the latest Knitscene news and the 411 on how to submit your design to the mag! Enjoy this webcast archive! PLAY MP3: Party Line with Lisa Shroyer FREE PATTERN: Farrington Pullover by Lisa Shroyer from the book "Knitting Plus"

"Get Published!" with Melanie Falick Recorded: March 29th, 2011 Designer, author, and now mega-editor with her own imprint at STC Abrams books, Melanie Falick makes her first visit to the Party Line to talk about her journey from food writer to editor at a major publishing house where she shepherds other knitting designers through the publishing of their books. If you've ever thought about becoming a published designer, or just want a sneak peek into what's coming soon from STC, enjoy this webcast archive! PLAY MP3: Party Line with Melanie Falick FREE PATTERN: Reverse Bloom Flower Washcloths by Cindy Taylor from the book "Weekend Knitting"

FREE ONLINE CLASS: Toe Up Socks on Two Circulars Recorded: Tuesdays, March 1st through March 22, 2011 Cold feet? Our 4-week "Learn to Knit Toe Up Socks Knit-Along" is just what the doctor ordered. Each Tuesday we will focus on learning a key step in knitting toe up socks, then participants can try out their skills before the class returns to take on the next challenge. We'll start with toes and seamless cast ons, move on to heels, legs and end with a bevy of beautifully stretchy bind-offs. - Class Plan and Weekly Activities - Free Toe-Up Sock Pattern - FULL CLASS ARCHIVES - Learn at your own pace!

"Vintage Modern Knits" with Kate Gagnon Osborn and Courtney Kelley Recorded: March 17th, 2011 We're huge fans of vintage design and are excited to host designers Kate Gagnon Osborn and Courtney Kelley, authors of Vintage Modern Knits. Classic, fitted shapes with a modern twist, these are sweaters you'll reach for again and again. Enjoy our live webcast session where they talk about life at Kelbourne Woolens and show off their latest creations via webcam. PLAY MP3: "Vintage Modern Knits" with Kate and Courtney

"A Knitting Wrapsody" with Kristin Omdahl Recorded: Thursday, March 3rd, 2011 Crochet designer extraordinaire, Knitting Daily TV star and Planet Purl alum Kristin Omdahl returns to talk about her first knitting book, A Knitting Wrapsody. With 18 designs that wrap, tie and drape, Kristin takes the best of crochet design and creates the look in knitting for those of us who prefer to work with two needles. A really cool addition to the book is the included instructional DVD. It's like having Kristin in the room giving you private lessons! Check out the event archive to get the inside scoop. PLAY MP3: "A Knitting Wrapsody" with Kristin Omdahl(mp3) FREE PATTERN: Summit American Yak Wrap

FREE ONLINE CLASS: Basics of Entrelac Knitting Recorded: January 18th, 2011 Six reasons we love entrelac: 1) it's a great way to use up all those bits and scraps of yarn; 2) the color combinations are endless; 3) no floats or strands to keep track of; 4) no tiny color charts to follow; 5) once you get the technique down, it's easy; and last but not least - 6) it will stun and amaze your non-knitting friends who will think you're a genuine knitting genius. Release your inner knitting genius and join Planet Purl's PurlQueen for a live online class in the Basics of Entrelac and learn how to work this gorgeous directional basketweave technique so you, too, can amaze your friends. FULL CLASS ARCHIVE: Basics of Entrelac Knitting (Audio, Video and Handouts) FREE ENTRELAC PATTERN: Entrelac Jewelry or Lingerie Pouch

FREE ONLINE CLASS: Introduction to Intarsia Knitting Recorded: November 10th, 2010 Intarsia (picture knitting) is a great way to create wearable art. From simple polka dots to Monet's water lilies, this technique is limited only by your imagination and stash size. And guess what? It's really easy! Join our own PurlQueen for a free live class to help you get your colorwork juices going. And for practice (and a very quick gift knit) we're sharing a free pattern for a lovely intarsia sachet. FULL CLASS ARCHIVE: "Introduction to Intarsia" (Audio, Video and Handouts) FREE INTARSIA PATTERN: Fleur de Lys Sachet

"Cowl Girls" with Cathy Carron Recorded: October 27th, 2010 If you love Cathy Carron's hat designs (and who doesn't!) you're gonna go crazy for the 41 designs in her new book Cowl Girls. Gorgeous cowls, gaiters, ponchettes, collars and donuts to bridge that chilly gap between your ears and coat collar, we want to knit them all. Cathy stopped by Planet Purl to talk about cowls, hats, inspiration, and all things knitting. Be there, or risk a cold neck and ears this winter! PLAY MP3: "Cowl Girls" with Cathy Carron (mp3) FREE PATTERN: Silver Streak Cowl from "Cowl Girls"

"Knitting at Home" with Leanne Prouse Recorded: October 20th, 2010 We love home decor knitting projects for 3 reasons: they always fit no matter how much weight you gain or lose, they're great gifts since fit doesn't matter, and you can still use them if you move from Minnesota to Florida. We love Ella Rae yarns for 3 reasons: great colors, great felting, and great price. We love Ella Rae patterns for only 1 reason: they're beautiful! That gives us a total of 7 reasons to love Knitting at Home from Ella Rae, a whole book devoted to making your home life beautiful. Ella Rae designer Leanne Prouse joins us live on the Party Line to talk about her new book and to answer your questions about knit-ifying your own castle. PLAY MP3: "Knitting at Home" with Leanne Prouse (mp3) BOOK REVIEW: "Knitting at Home" book review and project photos FREE PATTERN: Patchwork Throw by Leanne Prouse

"Gifted" with Mags Kandis Recorded: October 14th, 2010 It's hard not to be a fan of Mags Kandis' designs. Her "Folk Style" book is one of our all time faves. Mags is a master (or is that mistress?) of using color in creative ways to elevate simple knitting to wearable art. She visited Planet Purl to talk about her new book Gifted just in time to kick off the holiday gift knitting season. PLAY MP3: "Gifted" with Mags Kandis(mp3)  BOOK REVIEW: "Gifted" book review and project photos FREE PATTERN: Bevy of Bangles from "Gifted"

Meet fab designer Drew Emborsky, The Crochet Dude® Recorded: September 28, 2010 He's baaaaaaack! You know him, you love him, he's the one, the only, the magnificent CROCHET DUDE®! And the crowd goes WILD! Drew Emborsky's got a new book, Crochet It. Love It. Wear It, and we've got Drew. He joined us on the Party Line as Drew chats about all things crochet and answers your burning questions about the fabulous, and we do mean fab-u-lous life of the Crochet Dude. Oh, and we'll talk about the new book too! PLAY MP3: "Crochet It. Love It. Wear It." with the Crochet Dude® (mp3)  Crochet Dude® crochet supplies are now available at online retailers like Create For Less. Need to buy them right now? Click here to buy your very own!

FREE ONLINE CLASS: Knitting Cables and Twists Recorded: September 22, 2010 Do cables and twists have you tied up in knots? It's easy to add fabulous texture to your knits when you know the tricks. Learn how to cable, cable purl, and twist it up with PurlQueen's online class. And for a sample project that includes cables, cable purls, and twists, download this free sunglass pouch pattern that coordinates with PurlQueen's new Belle Bruxelles Bag design. FULL CLASS ARCHIVE: "Cables and Twists" Knitting Class (Audio, Video and Handouts) FREE KNITTING PATTERN: Belle Bruxelles Cable & Twist Sunglasses Case

"Crochet So Fine" with Kristin Omdahl Recorded: August 6, 2010 If you're lucky enough to live where your local PBS station runs "Knitting Daily TV," you'll know the name Kristin Omdahl as one of the show's resident crochet gurus. Even if you don't own a TV, if you crochet or knit, you've seen her work in Interweave Crochet, Interweave Knits, Knitscene, Crochet Today, Cast On and Knit 'n Style. Her latest book, Crochet So Fine, is a tour de force that will inspire even hook-a-phobes to pick up that hook and get their crochet on. PLAY MP3: "Crochet So Fine" with Kristin Omdahl (mp3) FREE CROCHET PATTERN: Spiral Waves Shawl by Kristin Omdahl

"Power Cables" with Lily Chin Recorded: August 5, 2010 Author, designer, master knitter, world's fastest crocheter, and teacher extraordinaire -- of course we're talking about Lily Chin. Over her 25 year design career, she's worked with some of fashion's biggest names -- Ralph Lauren, Vera Wang, Diane von Furstenberg, and Isaac Mizrahi. Lily drops by Planet Purl in August to talk about her new book Power Cables and to dish about all things knit and crochet. PLAY MP3: "Power Cables" with Lily Chin (mp3) FREE KNITTING PATTERN: Five Way Cabled Shrug by Lily Chin

FREE ONLINE CLASS: Basic Lace Knitting Recorded: July 20, 2010 Learn how to make holes in your knitting on purpose and create lovely lacy designs. It's easy when Planet Purl's own PurlQueen shows you how to knit lace and keep your sanity in our upcoming live online class, Basic Lace Knitting. Learn how to read charts, basic increases and decreases used in lace knitting, and blocking lace. Best off all, she'll show how to use vertical an horizontal lifelines while knitting to save your sanity (and your lace) when the inevitable mistake shows up! And you can enjoy a free beginner lace pattern to try out your new skills from the PurlQueen. FULL CLASS ARCHIVE: "Basic Lace Knitting" Class (Audio, Video and Handouts) FREE KNITTING PATTERN: Peek-A-Boo Lace Sachet Knitting Pattern

Vogue Knitting's Carla Scott talks "Stitchionary Vol. 5: Lace Knitting" Recorded: June 30, 2010 Whether you're a knitting newbie or a knitting guru, a great set of stitch dictionaries is a must for your home library. Vogue Knitting is releasing its latest volume in its venerable Stitchionary series, Volume 5 -- Lace Knitting. If you're a lace knitter, or ever hope to be a lace knitter, you'll definitely want to get a hold of this book. VK's Carla Scott joined us live on the Party Line to tell us all about it! FREE KNITTING PATTERN: Double Chevron Lace Pattern  BOOK REVIEW: Read book review PLAY MP3 Carla Scott Interview (mp3)

"Design It, Knit It: Babies" with Debbie Bliss Recorded: June 23, 2010 Even if you just started knitting, you know the name Debbie Bliss. With her own line of yarn (her Cashmerino is one of our all time faves), a wildly successful magazine, over 25 books in print, and too many knitting booklets to count, Debbie Bliss is a knitting force of nature. Her modern classic design aesthetic merits her books their own section in any knitting library. Debbie Bliss' latest release (June 1, 2010) takes you on a tour of Debbie's design process when she's working on baby designs, includes 18 beautiful patterns that illustrate the chapter's lessons, and help and encouragement for breaking out the graph paper and making any pattern your own. Debbie visits the Planet Purl Party Line live to talk about her new book, her old books, her magazine and all that's cool in her world of knitting. FREE KNITTING PATTERN: Flower Embellishment by Debbie Bliss  PLAY MP3 Debbie Bliss Interview (mp3)

FREE ONLINE CLASS: Double-Knitting Recorded: May 12, 2010 Double-knitting is one cool knitting trick. Create a two color fabric with no wrong sides and just about no ends to weave in. Yep, it's magic! It looks difficult, but we show you how simple it is to create beautiful designs with no ugly side showing. Great for scarves or any other project where the "wrong" side will show. To get you started, we have an exclusive free pattern perfect for double-knitting. Easy, peasy! Archived materials: FREE PATTERN: Paris Je T'Aime Coffee Cozy Video: Double-Knitting Part 1 - Casting On and Solid Colors Video: Double-Knitting Part 2 - Working a Charted Design Video: Double-Knitting Part 3 - Fixing Mistakes and Binding Off PLAY Double-Knitting Class (Audio Recording)

Cuddly Crochet with Stacey Trock of FreshStitches Recorded: April 14th, 2010 Just releasing her first book, Cuddly Crochet, Stacey Trock of FreshStitches joins us to tell us all about her new book and life as a designer of sweet and cuddly crochet characters. PLAY PLAY MP3: FREE PATTERN: Mr. Scrappy, the scrap animal

"60 Quick Knits" with Tanis Gray Recorded: April 6th, 2010 Tanis Gray, former yarn editor for Soho Publishing - home to Vogue Knitting, Knit Simple and Knit.1, and the editor of 60 Quick Knits for Sixth & Spring Books, joined us on the Party Line to talk about this must-have addition to every knitters library. She's also shared what's up in her life as a designer. PLAY PLAY MP3:

Party Line with Nora Bellows of Noni Designs Recorded: March 31, 2010 If you have more than one felted bag in your closet, odds are you know the name Noni Designs. Founder/designer Nora Bellows joined us live to talk about her designs, inspiration and some very exciting plans. PLAY PLAY MP3: Noni Designs 2010 Spring Collection - Online Pattern Downloads now on sale! FREE PATTERN: Mini Bobble Bag Pattern by Noni Designs

FREE ONLINE CLASS: Easy Beaded Knitting Recorded: March 24th, 2010 Glitz and glam - two of our favorite things. Learn how easy it is to add some bling to your knitting with Planet Purl's live online class "Easy Beaded Knitting." We'll show you two simple techniques that will have you beading scarves, sweaters, hats, and anything else you can get your needles on. We even have an exclusive, free beaded sachet pattern from PurlQueen Patterns to help you get started. Official Warning: Beaded knitting is highly addictive. Archived materials: Needle Beaded Knitting Video Tutorial Technique #1 - Carrying beads on the working yarn Technique #2 - Adding beads as you go PLAY Easy Beaded Knitting Class (Audio Recording)

Party Line with Nicky Epstein Recorded: March 18, 2010 Nicky Epstein is celebrating the paperback release of her top-selling books Knitted Flowers and Crocheted Flowers. And she joined us on the Party Line to tell us all about it. PLAY MP3:

Meet Drew Emborsky, The Crochet Dude® Recorded: February 10, 2010 We love, Drew Emborsky, celebrity blogger, male fashionista (or is that fashionisto?) better known as The Crochet Dude®. Not only does he make crochet cool, he makes it cool for men too! Author of The Crochet Dude's Designs for Guys and co-author of Men Who Knit and the Dogs Who Love Them, Drew recently published an entire series of pattern booklets for Leisure Arts as well. He talks about his new line of crochet products by Boye, his design approach, and gives a away a few fun family secrets! PLAY MP3: FREE CROCHET PURSE PATTERN: Chic on The Halfshell

Meet Joan McGowan-Michael of White Lies Designs Recorded: February 3, 2010 Whether you're a "skinny mini" or "deliciously ample," Joan McGowan-Michael's designs will help you express your inner goddess. Author of Knitting Lingerie Style and the design genius of White Lies Designs, Joan joined us on the Party Line to talk about her latest patterns, her design approach and styling tips for all shapes and sizes. PLAY MP3: More about the book "Knitting Lingerie Style"  FREE KNITTING PATTERN: Bobbled Heart Thong Panty

FREE ONLINE CLASS: Embellishing with Needle Felting Recorded: January 18, 2010 Dress up simple knits and felted projects with this easy, high-impact and stashbusting technique. Archived materials: Needle Felting Video Tutorial - Part 1 Needle Felting Video Tutorial - Part 2 Needle Felting Examples PLAY Needle Felting Class (Audio Recording)

Meet Jen Hansen from Stitch Diva Studios, Recorded: January 13th, 2010 Stitch Diva Studios has made its mark in the knit and crochet world for its thoroughly modern designs. Jennifer Hansen, founder and design guru, joins us to chat about her latest patterns -- the fabulously easy Endless Cardi and the beautiful new Infinity Snood collection. PLAY MP3: Join knit-along for bonus pattern download

Party Line with the legendary Barbara Walker Recorded: November 14, 2009 The PurlQueen and online participants met Barbara Walker for a live discussion about her experience as a knitter and what she is up to now living in Sarasota, Florida. If you're new to knitting you might not know, but Barbara pioneered the top-down knitting technique, invented more stitches than you can shake a knitting needle at, and her indispensable 4 volume Stitch Treasury series in still in print and a huge seller after more than 40 years. PLAY MP3:

Party Line with Cathy Carron, author of "Hattitude" Recorded: November 12, 2009 Cathy Carron's book, "Hip Knit Hats" has been our go-to book for hats since it was published in 2005. She's back with a book of 40 fab ways to cover the top of your head with a design for every mood in Hattitude. Find out what inspires Cathy and what she is working on for 2010. PLAY MP3: More about the book "Hattitude"  Free Pattern Download

Party Line with Kristin Nicholas, author of "Color by Kristin" Recorded: November 18, 2009 Color guru Kristin Nicholas shares her tips and tricks for creating one-of-a-kind designs that celebrate color, color and more color. PLAY MP3: More about the book "Color by Kristin"  Free Pattern Download

Party Line with Louisa Harding, author of "Cardigans" Recorded: December 2, 2009 Louisa Harding is one of our favorite designers. We love her feminine classics with a modern sensibility. This book brings together a collection of pretty, pretty toppers for women. PLAY MP3: More about the book "Cardigans"  Free Pattern Download