August Are or Aw Day 8

August Are or Aw Day 8

Author: Caithness Craft Collective August 8, 2025 Duration: 10:46
Day 1 of Daisys dressmaking adventure

Nestled in the far north of Scotland, the county of Caithness holds a wealth of creative spirit, and that's exactly what you'll find in caithnesscraftcollective. This podcast is a warm, conversational space hosted by the Caithness Craft Collective, where the focus is on the tangible joys of making things by hand. Each episode feels like pulling up a chair in a busy workshop, filled with the sounds of tools and friendly chatter. You'll hear from local makers as they share their processes, from traditional skills like knitting and woodworking to contemporary arts, all grounded in the unique landscape and light of this region. It's not just about the finished product, but the stories behind them-the problem-solving, the occasional happy accident, and the quiet satisfaction of creating something unique. Tuning into this podcast offers a genuine connection to a community where craft is a way of life, providing both inspiration for your own projects and a comforting sense of camaraderie. Whether you're an experienced crafter or simply curious about the handmade, these discussions celebrate the patience and personality poured into every stitch, carve, and brushstroke.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 179

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Podcast Episodes
Hey June 21 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 14:19
Event Crafting Tour de Fleece and spin it up or Knit/crochet/craft to the various sporting tournaments and events this summer Sea Glass cardigan by Wool and Pine Kick off Socks by Cat Krausse Citron Shawl by Hilary Smith…
Hey June 20 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 13:53
Moomins!!!! I bought Knit Now 169 last night which has Moomin patterns for Moomintroll and the SnorkMaiden toys and some Moomin socks from the new Knitted Moomin Socks book edited by Linda Permanto.
Hey June 19 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 13:57
Cross Stitch Embroidery Tapestry Needle Punch Floss Tube Frizzylizziestitches Tiny Modernist KristamWest Blue Blue Apple Bothythreads Ehram Tapestry Vikaspace Dropcloth Wearemadaher Clever Poppy The Crafty Heart
Hey June 18 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 12:48
One Skein Projects Bulky - Next Best Thing for Coffee by Barbara Benson Teseo Keyhole Scarflet by Jessica Rose Double Knit- Honey Cowl by Antonia Shankland Evanlyn Hat by Kaitlyn Yeager Age of Brass & Steam by Orange Flo…
Hey June 17 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 14:06
Destination Yarn Shop Do you go to holiday yarn shops with intention or to find it when you get there?
Hey June 16 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 12:36
Happy Fathers Day Rastus Martin Storey John Glen, Beardychiel Tony Makr Yoguhong
Hey June 15 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 15:38
Mindfulness today. Talking about doing some exercises to keep us supple and ready to craft. I talk through through the new Knit Pro Kindness interchangeable set I bought. Never Ending Colour by Laura Strutt
Hey June 14 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 12:54
No Scotland No Party Big up the Scottish magazines and designers
Hey June 13 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 12:53
Summer Yarns
Hey June 12 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 12:59
Summer Fabrics