AND WE’RE BACK!! Kia ora, it’s lovely to be chatting to you again! This week I’m sharing some new sewing and a new pattern with you. And I’m also drawing winners from Episode 100 - did you win??? SEWING Totally inspired by Vanessa of Hanging Rock Roost, i hacked together a dress from a bunch of patterns and I LOVE it! You’ll see photos of me in it …

Can you believe it!!! EPISODE 100!! Thanks for hanging out with me for so long - it’s been fun! This week I’m chatting about my new Nuala top, sharing a great tutorial to join linen yarn and showing you around the gorgeous Skein Sisters shop in Australia. PLUS there are THREE fantastic giveaways this week thanks to the fabulous Skein Sisters Deb an…

Welcome back to the podcast! It’s episode ….99!! Wow, how did that happen?! This week I’m talking about my latest design release, our new knit-along, my upcoming trip to Skein Sisters in Sydney and leaving you with a good knitting tip. REBEL REBEL I’m loving this fun little cardigan. It’s a light layer perfect for wearing over tops and necklaces yo…

Hello! I’m chatting about all sorts on the podcast today! MINDFUL SHAWL RE-RELEASE I released a new, improved and expanded Mindful shawl pattern last week. I’m loving the new bigger version in the pattern and feel so pleased that the writing style, charts and little techniques I’ve added make the pattern even better than before! I used beautiful Ed…

Hey lovelies! I’m not in my usual spot. The builders are in and my house is CHAOS! STASIA’S STYLE SCHOOL I started this amazing course this week. I’ll tell you all about it when I’m finished. But, in the meantime, go follow Stasia on Instagram, check out her website and definitely make time to watch her wonderful, brand new, TED talk. It’s wonderfu…

I'm back from Knit August Nights and I'm a little little husky! That's what happens when you talk non-stop for 5 days! KNIT AUGUST NIGHTS I had a blast. Held every year in the last weekend of the month, it's a New Zealand yarn festival not to be missed. I teach and also have a stand with all my samples for you to try on. Next year is the 10 year an…

Wow guys! I'm totally thrilled that you love Floozy as much as I do! It's been so exciting to share her with you and I can't wait to see your Floozy cardy's grow!! This week on the podcast we're lucky enough to peek behind the scenes into the studio of Catrien from Yarnfloozy; the magical Floozy yarn dyer! FLOOZY CARDIGAN You can grab the Floozy ca…

This week on the podcast we are talking all things FLOOZY!! I'm joined by the very gorgeous Catrien from Yarnfloozy to celebrate the launch of Floozy cardigan; my design and Catrien's beautiful yarn. We're chatting about how Floozy came to be and what inspired the colours we came up with as well as how to choose a size, techniques that we've enjoye…

WOOL ON WHEELS! Get ready New Zealand! Wool on Wheels is about to hit the road for an awesome national tour! I sat down with Julie to chat about how Wool on Wheels has grown over the past year and hear about her plans for the rest of the year. You can find the tour schedule and more information on the Wool on Wheels website. Don't miss out!! DEALIN…

This week after a morning of sheep wrangling ... I'm showing you around my work space. I have a cosy nook in our house where I do a lot of my work and store my stash, notions and knitting books. Join me for a look around! Happy knitting! Libby xxxโดย Libby Jonson

WOOLFEAST I spent last weekend at Woolfeast in Christchurch. Find a show, festival or knitting retreat near you! BOOK RECOMMENDATIONS I have a bunch of books on my shelves, I'm a bit of a book fiend! Often I borrow books from the library before I buy them and I encourage you to try out what you like by borrowing from your Library. My top books are:…

I'm back from Wool Gathering absolutely filled to the brim with happy vibes, positive energy and laughter. Karen has created a truly amazing retreat and if you are able to go next year, go! This week I've attempted to include a couple of video snippets too. They're not perfect but I hope you get a feel of Nick & Isabell from Great Ocean Road Mill a…

Show notes at www.trulymyrtle.com/blog/ep85โดย Libby Jonson

Show notes at www.trulymyrtle.com/blog/backtovideoโดย Libby Jonson

Welcome back to the episode 83 of the Truly Myrtle podcast! This week I'm drawing a winner for the Strickplanner giveaway and chatting about HOT weather knitting. Happy knitting folks!โดย Libby Jonson

Welcome back to episode 82 of the Truly Myrtle Podcast! SPOIL YOURSELF MAKE ALONG We're wrapping up our spoil yourself make along this week - there's still a couple of days to treat yourself and go in the draw for some lovely prizes. Hop over to the Ravelry group to join in! YSOLDA'S GORGEOUS SHOP I frequently buy things from this fantastic shop - …

Welcome back to Episode 81 of the Truly Myrtle podcast! Thank you for all your birthday wishes last week - I had a lovely day :) SPOIL YOURSELF We're still spoiling ourselves this month. It's never to late to join in! Head over the Ravelry group and spend a little time doing something lovely for you. TIMELY CARDIGAN YARN There's a big update of Dai…

Welcome back to episode 80 of the Truly Myrtle podcast! SPOIL YOURSELF It's still not too late to join in! Head over to the Truly Myrtle Ravelry group to join in our month of doing really lovely things for ourselves. POP UP FIBRE EVENTS IN AUCKLAND! Saturday 11 November 12 - 2pm. 5 traders at Auckland Horticultural Council Rooms, Western Springs. S…

Welcome to episode 79 of the Truly Myrtle podcast! I've got a neat interview for you this week and LOTS of links if you fancy diving down the bra making rabbit hole! SPOIL YOURSELF MAKEALONG We're in full swing in the Ravelry group, spoiling ourselves and having a ball! It's not too late to join in, just head over and tell us how you're spoiling yo…

Ooh la la people!! Episode 78 is a goodie! Fancy hearing about a gorgeous new book? Want to win one? Now's your chance :) SPOIL YOURSELF MAKEALONG We're gearing up for our annual Spoil Yourself Makealong in the Truly Myrtle Ravelry group. Come over for the chatter, fun and permission to do something truly lovely just for YOU! Don't forget, if you f…

Helllllooo! It's lovely to be back behind the microphone! This week, in episode 77, I'm chatting about my new shawl pattern released this week and our upcoming make-along in the Ravelry group. CATCH UP WITH ME! I've been playing around with Instagram stories this week and you can watch me live, and then see the recording of my chat for the next 24 …

Hello! This week on podcast 76 I'm chatting about sleeves and drawing winners for the DualGauge giveaway kindly sponsored by Happy Go Knitty. If you're a winner, please contact me with your details so we can get your prize in the mail! I also mention the Stranded Podcast with Amy Edwards Green. Amy has knitted a gorgeous Timely Cardigan in some of …

This week on the Truly Myrtle podcast I'm chatting about all things lambs and how we saved a wee lamb. I've also got an adorable giveaway for you! Two lucky winners will go in the draw to win a DualGauge, kindly donated by Happy Go Knitty. Find out how to enter in the podcast :) You can find Helene on Instagram - her yarn is delicious and I think y…

Welcome back to the Truly Myrtle Podcast! In Episode 74 I draw a prize for the glorious new Brushwork yarn from Blacker and share some ideas for bootie patterns to keep babies feet toasty. KNITALONG I'm thrilled to let you know about a new knitalong run by Holland Road Yarn Store in their Ravelry Group. Everyone is free to enter, all you have to do…

I'm back! Last weekend was amazing - it was a whirlwind time at Knit August Nights! I've released two lovely new shawl patterns this week: ZIDA A luxurious two skein shawl, Zida is entertaining from start to finish. I love creating wiggly stitches and slipped stitches and the lace is simple and easy to memorise. You can grab the pattern for a disco…

Welcome back to Episode 71! This week I'm getting ready for Knit August Nights yarn festival and chatting about all the bits and bobs that I do behind the scenes to get ready. There won't be a podcast next Friday because I'll be at the retreat but I'll be back the following week! Have a lovely weekend! Happy knitting! As usual my fabulous theme tun…

Welcome to episode 70! I'm chatting about my new design today, sharing a neat interview with you and drawing a winner for the gorgeous Zen Variations book from last week. HULLABALOO COWL I'm excited to release this new design - cowls have been a big part of my wardrobe this winter. They're easy to wear and soooooo cosy! There’s nothing quite like s…

I'm so pleased to be bringing you a lovely giveaway today! I purchased a couple of pattern books from Renee Callahan from East London Knits a few weeks ago and she very kindly offered me a second Zen Variations book to give to you! Thank you Renee! In this episode I'm reviewing this lovely book and sharing some of my favourite patterns. To win a co…

Welcome back to episode 67 of the Truly Myrtle podcast! SURVEY Thank you so much for completing my survey! I was over the moon with all the responses and they've been sooo super interesting. I'm chatting about some of them on the podcast. TOP DOWN TIPS This week I'm also sharing some tips for making adjustments to your top down garments to make the…

Welcome back to the Truly Myrtle podcast! Episode 66 is all about knitting along together and I'm chatting about swatching and finding the right size for your Timely cardigan before we start the KAL. Enjoy! MIDWINTER BASH KAL We're wrapping up today! I'll keep the thread open until Sunday afternoon (NZ time) so you can get your finished objects pho…

Helllooo! I feel like I've been whipping around like a mad thing the last few months! All my travelling is finished for a bit and I'm enjoying sitting still and getting on with my knitting :) Welcome to episode 65 of the podcast! MIDWINTER WOOLFEAST was a blast! Soooo super busy. They're trying to work out how to cope with the crowds and make plans…

Welcome back to another Truly Myrtle podcast! Episode is available on the website and you can also listen on itunes :) KNITALONGS! Thank you for all the Timely cardigan love you've been giving! I'm thrilled to let you know there will be a Timely cardy knit along in the Truly Myrtle Ravelry group. It'll kick off on 1 July so there's heaps of time to…

Welcome to episode 63 of the Truly Myrtle podcast! This week on the podcast I'm chatting about the Truly Myrtle KAL's currently running on Ravelry, my recent sewing successes and my new cardigan pattern, Timely! I'm also drawing a winner for the gorgeous skeins of yarn from Spinning a Yarn ... enjoy! NEW PATTERN! I'm so thrilled to finally be relea…

Welcome to episode 62 of the Truly Myrtle podcast! I'm chatting about our wonderful knitting community, my trip to Sydney and the recent Woolfest festival in Auckland. JOIN THE KNIT ALONG! Join the Truly Myrtle knit alongs! We're having a midwinter bash kal in the budding designers down under Ravelry group this month. Finish a Truly Myrtle pattern …

Wow!!! Sydney you blew my mind!! I had such a wonderful time! If you're in Sydney you'll have to check out Skein Sisters - the shop is contemporary, a delight to explore and full of amazing yarn that you'll simply have to squish! And the people? wonderful :) NEW PATTERN RELEASES! Did you see my Skein Sisters shawl released last weekend? It's my fav…

Welcome back to Episode 60 of the Truly Myrtle Podcast! This week I'm letting you know about a huge yarn sale that would be amazing to support, catching you up with my capsule wardrobe adventure and drawing a winner for the gorgeous Fibre Company yarn :) BRIAR PATCH YARN SALE This small yarn company in New Zealand are suffering from the internation…

NEW SEWING CLASSES Are you tempted to try sewing? Nervous of your machine? Head over to Norfolk St Workshop and sign up for a sewing 101 class with my lovely friend Jenny. She's an amazing sewer and I'm sure you'll have a ball and come away feeling confident :) MY CAPSULE PROGRESS I've been playing with colour and matching fabric to patterns this w…

Hello! This week on the podcast I'm chatting about the patterns I've chosen for my capsule wardrobe. Ten patterns that together will make ten new outfits! I'm working my way around my capsule sudoku grid. The top line is knitwear that I may or may not get around to doing. Sewing is in rows and columns 1-4: I'm using patterns from a bunch of great b…

I've got a fantastic announcement for you! I'm off to Sydney! I'm teaching three classes and hosting a trunk show at the gorgeous new yarn shop Skein Sisters! If you're in Sydney over the weekend of Friday 19th May - come and say Hi! It'll be wonderful to meet you :) Maybe you'd like to take one of the classes I'm teaching? You can find more detail…