A Yarn Story

As we wrap up the year, Carmen and Susan settle in for a cosy, chatty final episode of the A Yarn Story Podcast. This one’s all about what we’re wearing, what we’re knitting, and the yarns we’ve been reaching for again and again.
We chat through our recent makes, favourite textures, layering knits for real life, and the projects that have been living on (or off!) our needles. If you love relaxed knitting conversation, yarn talk, and honest reflections from two knitters who really wear their handmade wardrobes, this one’s for you.
In this episode, we cover:
What we’re wearing right now (and why these knits get worn on repeat)
Current works-in-progress and yarn choices
Bouclé, mohair, texture & building dense, wearable fabrics
Knits made for events vs everyday comfort
A relaxed end-of-year knitting catch-up
Chapters:
00:00 – Welcome & our final episode of the year
01:00 – What we’re wearing (and why these knits work so well)
05:45 – Yarn choices: bouclé, mohair & texture
12:30 – Knits made for events vs everyday wear
20:10 – Projects we’ve been loving lately
28:40 – Wrapping up the year & final thoughts
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Website: www.ayarnstory.co.uk
Email: [email protected]

Visit us:
A Yarn Story,
128 Walcot Street,
Bath,
BA1 5BG
+44 (0)1225 429239
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In this episode of the A Yarn Story Podcast, Carmen is joined by Helen, the newest member of the A Yarn Story team, for a relaxed, yarn-filled conversation about knitting, making, and life with wool. From what they’re wearing and what’s currently on the needles, to colourwork favourites, vintage-inspired knits and the joy (and chaos) of knitting plans, this episode is packed with real-life making chat.
They also dive into an honest discussion about Game of Wool - what it gets right, what frustrates us, and why handmade deserves more respect than reality TV sometimes gives it.
Expect thoughtful reflections on craftsmanship, knitting stereotypes, valuing designers’ work, and why knitting is a lifelong learning process.
Tune in to hear:
✅ Meet Helen: her creative background, knitting journey & love of colourwork
✅ What the A Yarn Story team is wearing and knitting right now
✅ Favourite patterns, yarn pairings & recent shop makes
✅ Knitting for yourself vs knitting for others
✅ Why Game of Wool divides the knitting community
✅ Knitting vs crochet (and why they’re not interchangeable)
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Social Media: Instagram | TikTok
Website: www.ayarnstory.co.uk
Email: [email protected]

Visit us:
A Yarn Story,
128 Walcot Street,
Bath,
BA1 5BG
+44 (0)1225 429239
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Carmen and Susan are back from Rhinebeck, but before diving into yarn hauls and sweaters, they’re spilling their thoughts on the new TV sensation A Game of Wool.
Spoiler: it’s not quite the cosy knitting drama they hoped for.
In this episode, they share honest reactions to the show that’s got the fibre world talking - from questionable costumes to script choices that missed the mark - before shifting gears into Rhinebeck magic, yarn purchases, and WIP chatter.
Tune in to hear:
✅ What A Game of Wool got wrong (and a few things it nailed)
✅ Why knitters crave better representation on screen
✅ Rhinebeck highlights: favourite finds, fibre friends & sweater reveals
✅ Finished Objects + what’s on their needles next
Grab your project bag, queue up a mindless knit, and join the conversation — it’s equal parts critique, community, and creative joy.
Chapters:
00:00 – Welcome & catching up post-Rhinebeck
05:15 – “A Game of Wool” TV show review (spoiler-free)
15:30 – Honest thoughts: what didn’t work and why knitters care
25:10 – Rhinebeck recap: yarn hauls, highlights & community vibes
35:45 – Finished objects + new projects on the needles
47:00 – Wrap-up & what’s coming next
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Website: www.ayarnstory.co.uk
Email: [email protected]

Visit us:
A Yarn Story,
128 Walcot Street,
Bath,
BA1 5BG
+44 (0)1225 429239
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This episode of A Yarn Story is full of travel, projects, and community. Susan and Carmen share knitting adventures from Canada to Seattle’s Flock fiber festival, plus all the projects they finished and cast on: the Ooey Gooey Cardigan by Andrea Mowry, the True Veil Vest and Zephyr Tee by Samantha Guerin, and Rhinebeck prep with the Salmon Sweater and Nordic Bloom Cardigan by Caitlin Hunter.
We chat steeking tips, tubular cast-on/off, cable tricks, and why community matters so much in the knitting world. Plus: a baby blanket project, details of our Autumn KAL and even olive oil ice cream.
Perfect for knitters looking for inspiration, laughs, and the latest on sweaters, cardigans, retreats, and everything in between.
Highlights
00:00 – Welcome & travel stories (Canada, Oregon & Seattle)
08:30 – Knitting on the road: baby blankets & easy projects
14:45 – Finished objects: Ooey Gooey Cardigan, Zephyr Tee & more
26:10 – Techniques we loved: steeking, tubular bind-off & cable tricks
34:00 – Current WIPs: Nordic Bloom, Salmon Sweater & Rhinebeck prep
42:15 – Flock recap & reconnecting with the knitting community
47:20 – Upcoming events: Woolen Affair, Make Joy retreat & fall plans
50:00 – Obsessions: the projects we can’t stop dreaming about
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#knittingpodcast #yarnshop #knitwithme #caitlinhunter #ayarnstory
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Website: www.ayarnstory.co.uk
Email: [email protected]

Visit us:
A Yarn Story,
128 Walcot Street,
Bath,
BA1 5BG
+44 (0)1225 429239
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Welcome back to A Yarn Story! In this catch-up episode, Carmen and Kayleigh are back with wine in hand and lots to share — from a surprise yarn rebrand reveal, to Kayleigh’s ceilidh-filled wedding, to the launch of their next knit-along featuring Caitlin Hunter designs.
They share behind-the-scenes insight on running the shop, favorite summer knits, and what’s inspiring them for autumn. If you’re into colorwork, community, or just want a laugh over yarn and wine, you’re in the right place.
Chapters
00:00 – Intro: We're back!
01:25 – Wine of the episode: Bocine Blanc from Wolf Wine
05:24 – Filming from the yarn shop basement
06:12 – What we’re wearing & yarn modifications
10:04 – Current WIPs & baby blanket update
22:07 – Big reveal: Our yarn line rebrand!
30:43 – Kayleigh’s wedding recap
38:43 – New KAL: Caitlin Hunter pattern theme, yarn + color combo inspo
55:43 – Upcoming events, retreats & Rhinebeck
57:19 – Closing thoughts & see you soon!
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Ask us anything!
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#knittingpodcast #yarnshop #knitwithme #caitlinhunter #ayarnstory
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Get In Touch
Social Media: Instagram | TikTok
Website: www.ayarnstory.co.uk
Email: [email protected]

Visit us:
A Yarn Story,
128 Walcot Street,
Bath,
BA1 5BG
+44 (0)1225 429239
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Huddle Podcasting Ltd
This episode was produced by Huddle Podcasting Ltd. Learn how you can harness the power of podcasts to grow your business at www.huddlepodcasting.com