Who let me in front of a crowd? A badly-needed analysis of how, why, and when LEGOs got so complicated I held at Dragon Con 2026!Joining me on this panel were two familiar faces for viewers of Clutch Power 18: What Race is a LEGO Minifig?:Corey D. Samuels - LEGO Masters Contestant and LEGO STEM TeacherChristine “Tacos” Blandino - LEGO Masters Contestant and LEGO STEM TeacherI can’t thank them enough for coming on the panel with me! They have done so many cons and panels and they brought a

This week, I’m joined by Melanie Berg, the knitwear designer behind Mairlynd. I first met Melanie when I accidentally attended one of her shawl-design classes entirely in German. Thanks to Google Translate, I managed to follow the class and came away inspired to create my Tide Path shawl. In this conversation, we explore the relationship between creativity and practicality. Melanie talks about knowing when a design has become too complicated, the difference between designing and writing a usa...

On today's episode of the Craft Industry Alliance podcast, we're talking about illustrations and textiles with my guest Kristen Balouch, founder of Little House Cottons, an organic quilting cotton company that produces fabric based on her original illustrations.Kristen is a children's book author, illustrator, and textile designer who has written and illustrated more than a dozen books for children. Her work has been recognized by organizations including the Ezra Jack Keats Foundation and the

Join Marlie Packer and Steph Leese in this premiere episode of Tackling the Trades! This week, we're introducing the ultimate collaboration between site life and the sports pitch. They're breaking down the real-world grit it takes to break boundaries in male-dominated industries. Marlie shares her journey from bricklayer's labourer to plumber to England rugby star, proving how early hands-on experience breaks the office job myth and opens doors for the next generation of tradeswomen.Whether you're a

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What connects Tom Hanks, a little typewriter shop in Berkeley, and a handful of leftover yarn? Come craft with me. I have a story to tell you. Let’s Talk Lavender is a storytelling podcast for knitters, stitchers and creative crafters — a place for curious stories about ordinary objects, peculiar discoveries, people, nature, memory and the small things we might otherwise pass by. The subject changes from week to week. You might find yourself thinking about a forgotten photograph; wh...

Welcome to the LONDON❤️ CALLING☎️ Live LEGO Podcast🎧 audio edition, where I will be joined by friends from all over the world🌎 for lots of interaction with you in the chat talking about all things LEGO, LIFE and LOTS of LAUGHS too. So please do join in the fun and be a BIG part of the AFOL conversation.LEGO have revealed a near 1:1 scale Playstation 1 and we build and rank 'live' the Shrek CMF series. 👩‍👩‍👧‍👦 The LONDON CALLING panel this week consists of:📺

Hello and welcome to a brand new series of Making Stitches Podcast! My guest for this first episode is crochet designer and teacher Sam Sabido. Sam first learned to crochet after being gifted crochet lessons around 15 years ago. At the time, she was having a tricky time and hoped crochet would give her a creative outlet and some time to concentrate on her own wellbeing. Little did she know back then what an impact crochet would have on her life. After mastering the craft herself, she be...

Welcome to another wildly fun episode where we prove that going live on YouTube completely by accident is actually the best way to kick off a great chat! In this episode, the girls sit down for an impromptu catch-up that covers everything from the hilariously confusing days of the week to some serious health talk about hormone therapy, mammograms, and the quest for 90 grams of protein daily. We also take a moment to honor the legendary Dolly Parton and remember a dear childhood friend, Bridge...

Welcome back to the Crafternoon Podcast hosted by Daisy ​⁠ @MyGreenCow and Meg ​⁠ @megjournals 📖✨This week we're joined by Loti from @mamamakes . Loti is the mama, maker and professional glitter spiller behind Mama Makes. Since 2017, Loti has been helping makers find joy in creativity, connection and a little bit of crafty chaos. She invents tools, designs crafty goodies, and sometimes pops up on craft TV or at stationery events.In this episode, Loti shares an honest look at her business

NewsWest invites programme contributions. You can send yours as email attachments to newswest@vk6.net by noon on Fridays - our editorial policy is that items should be about Amateur Radio, and relating to, or of interest to, radio amateurs in Western Australia.Originating in Perth, Western Australia, NewsWest is produced by WA Amateur Radio News for listeners on-air, online and on-demand. Whichever way you're listening, whether you're a licensed radio amateur or not, experienced or just a beginner,

A small group of Vermonters wanted to improve the environment and preserve the rural character of the state. Along with two friends, David Richie and his wife found a way: they founded the Green Mountain Spinnery.David Richie and his wife, Diana, wanted to keep their home state and region green and farm-friendly. Believing in thinking globally and acting locally, they joined a reading group in the late 1970s with others interested in conservation and social responsibility. Concerned about

Three head-to-head comparisons, same categories, wildly different prices: an $1,700 LV briefcase against a Coach backpack under $150. A $2,700 Neverfull against a $450 Coach tote. A $4,450 LV Go-14 against a $395 Coach Tabby. After dissecting all six, the craftsmanship gap was nowhere near the price gap — sometimes Coach came out ahead.So where does the price difference actually come from? The answer isn't about leather or stitching at all.Stay leathertained.

craftcast.com Polymer clay, color, pattern, creativity, and the courage to follow your own artistic path. In this episode, Patrik and I sit down with polymer clay artist and teacher Lucy Struncová to talk about her creative journey, where inspiration comes from, finding your own artistic voice, and what keeps you excited about making after years of creating. We'll get into the magic of polymer clay, the role of color and pattern in Lucy's work, the joys and challenges of teaching, and what happens

Enjoying the ad-free show? Please consider supporting it! Patrons get monthly bonus episodes, perks, and priority on their knitting questions. Lots of lively conversation, a book club and knit-along too! www.patreon.com/verypinkknits Many thanks to Turtlepurl for supporting the podcast! Check out the self-striping yarns on their website - www.turtlepurl.com Coupon code information: For 10% off the total purchase *Excluding mini skein bundles or knitting needles* A special note to Turtlepurl's US

What really takes a crochet business from zero sales to thousands? The answer isn’t one Etsy trick, one viral product, or one marketing strategy. It’s years of learning, testing, improving, and continuing to show up.In this episode, I’m sharing why entrepreneurship is a marathon, what four years of seriously growing my crochet business has taught me, and why I believe God may be preparing us for the success we’re praying for long before we can see it.For a deeper dive into growing your handmade

Master joiner Tom has spent more than 20 years developing the precision, problem solving and traditional skills behind bespoke joinery.In this episode of Yours for the Making, Robin Johnson speaks with Tom Cottington about his journey from furniture restoration and demanding apprenticeships to complex architectural joinery at Johnson Bespoke. Tom shares lessons from restoring period furniture, learning traditional techniques and making costly mistakes that ultimately shaped his approach to

Episode 197August 27, 2026 On the Needles 1:19 ALL KNITTING LINKS GO TO RAVELRY UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED.  Please visit our Instagram page @craftcookreadrepeat for non-Rav photos and info OMG Heel Socks by Megan Williams, Knit Picks Felici in Silent Film 135-1 Limestone by DROPS design, Baa Ram Ewe Donegal Twists in Banshee and Dullahan SSAL 2026: Chameleonic Socks by Stephen West, Schoppel-Wolle Zauberball Crazy in Butterfly Kisses, West Wool Hex in Explore (blue- shocking, I

Series 10 is on the way, and with it a new and exciting development! We have created a Patreon Community and we'd love you to join us there - the perks for supporting the podcast will include early access to episodes, our behind the scenes weekly videos and you can join us at our monthly online knitting circle.We are really looking forward to growing the community element of Creative Restoration so we really hope to see you there. Find out more here: Join the CommunitySeries 10 of the podcast will

"Made in Italy" doesn't always mean what you think. I spent a day in Florence — street markets, tourist shops, highly rated boutiques, and heritage brands like Il Bisonte and Ferragamo — buying leather goods at every price point, then brought all 12 pieces home to check what was real.Some pieces didn't hold up to scrutiny despite the label. Others — vegetable-tanned totes, hand-burnished card cases, artisan-made shoes — were exactly what Florence is supposed to deliver. Here's