suzy hausfrau podcast | episode #18 | olgajazzy

Olga is one of today's leading knitwear designs. Her designs are featured by many great companies including Quince & Co and Brooklyn Tweed.

Olga has a unique eye with a love of texture and minimalism. Her designs will present most knitters with a new & interesting technical challenge as well as a wonderful completed garment.

I was delighted to have Olga join me on the podcast and thrilled to hear all about her career, including her many travels and how it has influenced her designs.

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suzy xoxo

suzy hausfrau podcast | episode #17 | are we there yet?

It's that time of the year again, where we all buckle up and head off for a short break over Easter. If you are anything like me you will want to get the most out of all that time sitting down in the car or plane by bringing along a project, or two...or three.

In today's episode of the podcast, my friend Jane gives her best tips for knitting on the road, including the all important question - how many projects should I bring?

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Enjoy!
suzy xoxo

suzy hausfrau podcast | episode #16 | knitwear designer Thayer Parker

Refreshing her knitting skills via youtube, today's podcast guest has made a massive jump into the world of knitwear design.

Thayer Parker, also known on Ravelry as ilikecake has had patterns published in KnitScene, Knit Now and the Twist Collective...and she's located right here with me in Canberra!

Thayer was gracious enough on the podcast to talk us through her design process and give her best tips getting your designs published.

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suzy xoxo

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suzy hausfrau podcast | episode #15 | organising your stash

Confession time...who knows exactly where every skein of yarn in their stash is? Can you put your hand on the perfect yarn for your new project at a moment's notice? Catergories for wool, alpaca and silk? Thought so…

Well today's guest has come up with a simple and effective solution for organising your stash.
This podcast includes specific tips for inspiring you to get your stash organised....a perfect rainy day project.

As well as being as organiser extraordinaire, Shelly from spincushions is a crochet girl at heart. although she has recently turned her hand to knitting.

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I hope you enjoy this episode of today's podcast.
suzy xoxo

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suzy hausfrau podcast | episode #14 | KAFFE FASSETT

Kaffe Fassett is a master of many crafts. He is an artist, a designer and a source of inspiration to people all over the world.  Kaffe embraces colour like no other. He believes colour can change the way we see the world.

I had the privelege and pleasure of chatting with Kaffe about his work and his wonderful career.
I hope that you enjoy the podcast.

suzy xoxo

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suzy hausfrau podcast | episode #13 | knitting with linen

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I am talking about your summer knitting projects in this week's podcast, specifically knitting with linen and cotton. My friend Jane, is chatting with me about how to best work with these great fibres, what patterns you should select and technical information such as needle selection and how to block your project.

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suzy hausfrau podcast | episode #12 | yardage design

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Talking textile design with Yardage Design in episode 12 of the podcast. Nicole from Yardage Design was my co-collaborator in design and screen printer of the suzy hausfrau tote bags and tea towels. Nicole shares her thoughts on inspiration, design and creativity.
Stay tuned for details at the end of the podcast about a special suzy hausfrau giveaway.
Links can be found at www.suzyhausfrau.com.au/pages/podcast12

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suzy hausfrau podcast | episode #11 | The Craft Sessions

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In this week's episode of the podcast I am joined by Felicia Semple of The Craft Sessions, scheduled to be held in the gorgeous Yarra Valley (VIC) from 25-27 of October 2013. In the podcast we discuss the journey to creating this wonderful crafting retreat, as well as the amazing teachers and workshops that are scheduled for the weekend.
Registrations close on Thursday 10th of October for this wonderful weekend, so you may want to listen to the podcast sooner rather than later!

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suzy hausfrau podcast | episode #10 | Knit Camp!

In this week's episode of the suzy hausfrau podcast, I'm chatting with Kris Howard from the Knitters Guild (NSW) about their upcoming Knit Camp. Kris shares what's in store for participants, including some secrets!

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suzy hausfrau podcast | episode #09 | Editor Yarn Magazine

In this episode of the suzy hausfrau podcast I am interviewing Michelle Moriarty of Australia's Yarn Magazine. Michelle takes us through her journey to publishing the magazine, as well as her top tips for budding designers wanting to get their designs published.

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suzy hausfrau podcast | episode #08 | lace knitting

In episode #08 of the suzy hausfrau podcast I'm talking with my friend Fiona, from 'Miss Fee Knits' blog. Fee shares her tips for knitting lace, right from the best patterns to begin with, the best cast on and cast off techniques and how to block your finished project.

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suzy hausfrau podcast | episode #07 | Textile designer - Louisa Cromptom

Recent UK graduate, Louisa Cromptom is already showing a masterful use of colour and pattern in her designs. Louisa's speciality is knitted textiles which made her a perfect candidate for the suzy hausfrau podcast. In this episode I interview Louisa about her recent studies, her graduate collection and how her gorgeous designs come together.

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suzy hausfrau podcast | episode #06 | Knitting and the war effort

This episode of the podcast I'm joined by Jessie Webb from the Australian War Memorial. Jessie has recently curated an exhibit highlighting how knitting played its part in supporting Australian troops during times of war. Knitting throughout history, fascinating stuff!

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suzy hausfrau podcast | episode #05 | joolsy woolsy designs

In episode #05 of the suzy hausfrau podcast I am talking with Juliet Moody of Joolsy Woolsy designs. Juliet is a Canberra-based designer who has had desgined featured in Interweave Knits & Australian Yarn Magazine. Juliet shares her journey from knitter to published designer.

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suzy hausfrau podcast | episode #04 | coopknits

In this episode of the suzy hausfrau podcast I am joined by Rachel Coopey of coopknits. Rachel is on an "...never-ending quest for keeping feet warm' and has just published a fantastic book full of sock patterns. Rachel and I are talking all things socks, including the best knitting techniques and yarn, and of course, her new book CoopKnits Socks.
The suzy hausfrau podcast is now available for download through iTunes.

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suzy hausfrau podcast #03 | choosing the right yarn for your project

Today on the suzy hausfrau podcast I'm talking with the lovely Jane about choosing the right yarn for your project.

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suzy hausfrau podcast | pompom quarterly

in Episode Two of the suzy hausfrau podcast, Renae is interviewing Meghan Fernandes, the Editor of pompom quarterly magazine. pompom is an independently published magazine that takes on knitting, crochet, embroidery and other lovely craft in addition to food and photography.

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suzy hausfrau podcast | episode #01 | millamia

Welcome to the first episode of the suzy hausfrau podcast series. Today's podcast episode features an interview with Katarina Rosén, who is one of the founders of MillaMia. MillaMia is a knitwear design and yarn company that is heavily influenced by the Scandinavian heritage of it's designers, Katarina and her sister Helene.

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