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Anne"s Norwegian Knitting

Hi, and welcome to Anne’s Norwegian Knitting – Conversations Where Knitting Meets Culture, Heart, and History.

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28: The Healing Power of Knitting

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2025/10/29

In this episode of Anne’s Norwegian Knitting Conversations, Anne and Steph are joined by special guest Jan Griffin, a nurse practitioner and lifelong knitter, to explore the connection between knitting and mental health.Together they talk about how the rhythmic movement of the needles can help us focus, calm the mind, and ease anxiety, and how creativity itself sparks the brain’s “feel-good” chemistry. Jan shares insights from her medical background on why repetitive handwork can lower

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27: Learning to Knit: From First Stitches to Confidence

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2025/10/22

In this episode Anne and Steph share their personal journeys of learning to knit – from childhood lessons with grandmothers to rediscovering knitting as adults. They explore how the craft evolves over a lifetime, why every knitter benefits from revisiting the basics, and how the Level Zero and Level One self-study courses are designed to support true beginners and experienced knitters alike. A warm, reflective conversation about learning, re-learning, and embracing the imperfect beginnings

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26: The Voyage That Started It All

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2025/10/10

On July 4th, 1825, the small ship Restoration left Stavanger with 52 people on board – the first Norwegian emigrants bound for North America.Three months later, they arrived in New York, still 52 in number. One had stepped off before the open sea, and a baby had been born along the way. In this episode, Anne reflects on how that first voyage shaped the lasting bond between Norway and North America – and how it continues to inspire the Anne’s Norwegian Knitting community, from the Virtual

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44:54

Episode 25 : Make-Alongs, Heirlooms, and Norwegian...

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2025/10/08

In this cozy episode, Anne and Steph settle into the “living room” to talk about the last quarter of the year – the season of wool, warmth, and heirloom-making.They share the story behind Nikoline & Nikolas, the much-loved Norwegian holiday dolls returning as this year’s Yuletide Make-Along, and how these small knitted figures grew from Anne’s own childhood memories into modern heirloom pieces. You’ll also hear about: The new felted bread basket – a small, cozy addition to Anne’s

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24: Small Things and Lasting Traditions

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2025/10/03

In this week’s Stranded Thoughts, Anne reflects on the rhythm of October and the joy of small projects. While sweaters and cardigans may dominate the season, it’s often the little knits – pumpkins, acorns, stockings, or a tiny doll – that slip between the bigger projects and bring unexpected joy.These small stitches don’t just fill the gaps. Over time, they can grow into traditions, resurfacing year after year as markers of memory and meaning. Anne shares why she treasures these kinds of

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23: A Retreat Woven with Stitches, Stories, and...

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2025/10/01

In this episode, Anne and Steph pull back the curtain on the 2026 Virtual Norwegian Knitting Retreat, a gathering where tradition, culture, and creativity come together in unforgettable ways.They share stories from last year’s retreat from history-rich talks and breakout circles that felt like living room chats, to goodie bags filled with yarn, chocolate, and Norwegian treasures. And they reveal what’s blooming for 2026: the Norwegian Wildflowers theme, new patterns, cultural touchpoints,

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22: Where Stitches Bloom & Stories Grow

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2025/09/26

This week’s Stranded Thought is a reflection on what makes the Virtual Knitting Retreat so special – and why it’s not about the patterns. Yes, you’ll receive exclusive designs, but they’re souvenirs of the experience, not the reason for it.The true heart of the retreat is the retreat itself: stepping into Norwegian knitting and culture, hearing stories and traditions from incredible voices, and sharing a space that feels immersive and inspiring, even from your own living room. Tune in for

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21: Knitting Journals: Writing Your Knitting Story

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2025/09/17

In this episode, Anne and Steph sit down to talk about one of the most overlooked tools in knitting – the humble journal. They swap stories about their very different journaling styles: Anne with her bound, artful notebooks full of doodles and design sketches, and Steph with her graph paper, binders, and careful tabs.Together, they explore how journaling helps knitters remember details that the brain never will – yarn labels, dye lots, needle sizes, stitch counts, gauge before and after

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20: The Journey of the Selbu Rose

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2025/09/12

In this Stranded Thought, Anne lingers on the threads of tradition, culture, and memory that wove through Norwegian Wool Month 2025.From sheep, spinners, and mills to the landscapes and communities that keep wool alive, the month was full of stories. One story in particular keeps calling Anne back: that of Marit Emstad, often called the mother of Selbu knitting. You’ll hear how the Selbu rose – the iconic star-shaped motif – traveled across centuries and continents before becoming deeply

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19: Knitting Journeys in the Northern Lights

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2025/09/05

In this special episode ofAnne’s Norwegian Knitting Conversations, Anne and Steph host a heartfelt panel chat with knitters from what was once called the Great Experience – now the Northern Lights Journey.You’ll meet Carol, Sally, Jeanet, and Jan as they share: How they discovered Anne’s Norwegian Knitting and the community that has grown around it The projects that challenged them – from shawls and socks to sweaters and mittens – and what they learned along the way Why community,

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18: So You Think You Can Knit

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2025/08/29

What does it really mean to “know how to knit”?In this Stranded Thought, Anne takes inspiration from the TV show So You Think You Can Dance to explore a familiar phrase she’s heard countless times: “I thought I knew how to knit… but clearly I didn’t.” Through stories of knitters who have joined her journeys – many of them with decades of experience – Anne reflects on why knitting is not just a skill to master once, but a lifelong journey of curiosity, humility, and growth. Inside Anne’s

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17: From Level 1 to Level 2 – Stories from the Fjord...

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2025/08/25

In this episode of Anne’s Norwegian Knitting Conversations, Anne hosts a lively panel chat with three knitters – Brenda, Yvonne, and Kristal – who share their experiences moving through Level 1 and Level 2 of the Fjord Journey.Together they talk about learning new techniques, discovering the joy of continental knitting, mastering gauge, and the courage to choose colors that reflect both personality and inspiration from nature. You’ll hear stories of sweaters that finally fit, the shift

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47:36

16: Norwegian Wool Month 2025: Selbu Stories -...

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2025/08/22

In this episode of Anne's Norwegian Knitting Conversations, Anne takesus on a captivating journey through the rich tapestry of Norwegian wool production and knitting traditions.As part of Norwegian Woman Month 2025, Anne is joined by Marte, representing a small family-run mill in Selbu, Norway, for an in-depth presentation originally recorded during Wool Month.Marte shares her personal stories, from childhood experiences with sheep and wool to the establishment and operations of the SELBU

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15: Stranded Thought: More Than Stitches – The...

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2025/08/16

In this episode of Anne’s Norwegian Knitting Conversations, Anne takes you on a tour of the three journeys that shape her knitting world – the Mountain, the Fjord, and the Northern Light.Why are they called journeys, and not just memberships or levels? Because knitting is more than a skill – it’s a path of discovery. Whether you’re a complete beginner, a lifelong knitter, or someone in between, each journey offers a way to deepen your skills, connect with others, and find magic in your

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14: Wool Month 2025: Hillesvåg: Yarn, Heritage, and a...

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2025/08/15

This is an audio replay of Anne’s Norwegian Wool Month presentation. It works on its own as a podcast, but it’s extra fun to watch on video to see the mill photos and yarns. You can watch it her on YouTube if you prefer that. Anne takes us on a virtual trip to Hillesvåg Ullvarefabrikk — a fourth–generation family mill on Norway’s west coast — and explores how their history, processes, and color philosophy shape some of her favorite yarns and designs What You’ll Hear in This

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13: Mountains, Fjords, and Northern Lights –...

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2025/08/13

In this episode of ANS Norwegian Knitting Conversations, Anne and co-host Steph invite you into the heart of Anne’s Norwegian Knitting universe. Together, they unravel the three main journeys:Mountain, Fjord, and Northern Lights,each designed to meet knitters at different stages of their creative path.Whether you’re just picking up your needles for the first time or seeking the thrill of intricate, advanced projects, this episode will help you discover where you fit in this vibrant

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12: Stranded Thought: Gauge, Socks, and a Quiet...

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2025/08/08

In this episode of Stranded Thoughts, Anne reflects on a deceptively simple – yet incredibly powerful – idea: how knowing your gauge can transform the way you knit socks… and everything else.Yes, it sounds practical. But it’s also magic. Anne shares a piece of advice she once received: “If you know how to knit socks, you know all the techniques you need to create anything.” Mentioned in this episode:- The new Norwegian Wool Month sock pattern – including notes on gauge flexibility- Live

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11: Wool Month 2025: Inside the Nook – Wool, Warmth,...

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2025/08/07

This special episode marks the soft opening of Norwegian Wool Month 2025 with a heartfelt panel conversation straight from the Nook – Anne’s vibrant knitting community. Join Anne and co-host Steph as they welcome three cherished Nookers – Laura, Sandra, and Jo– for a cozy, candid, and deeply inspiring chat about knitting, connection, and the stories that shape us.You’ll hear personal journeys into Norwegian knitting, tales of ancestral mittens, the joys (and surprises) of switching from

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10: Stranded Thought: Thick Wool, Warm Toes - The...

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2025/08/01

In Norway, a good pair of wool socks isn’t just a a pair of socks.In this short episode, Anne shares the story of the raggsokk, a thick, hand-knit wool sock that has kept Norwegian feet warm for generations. You’ll hear: What makes a raggsokk different from ordinary socks Why Norwegians love these thick, practical socks in autumn and winter A little peek into Norwegian sock terminology: Sokk – covers the foot up to the ankle Strømpe – covers the leg, thin or thick Knestrømpe –

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9: Summer Socks & Heritage Wool – Celebrating Wool...

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2025/07/30

Wool Month is back for its third year! In this extended episode, Anne and Steph take you behind the scenes of the free annual event that celebrates Norwegian wool, its heritage, and the knitting traditions that keep it alive. From the story of how Wool Month began as a spontaneous idea to the details of this year’s pattern and guest presentations, you’ll hear the history, the practical tips, and the heart behind this celebration.If you love yarn, history, and authentic Norwegian knitting,

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