Electric Sheep

Episode 88: Stash Bust 2012

katie@hoxtonhandmade.com (Hoxton Handmade) — Mon, 16 Jan 2012 14:03:20 PST

The Sheep returns as we revisit the stash, hopefully without too much of a bust-up, and a new plan for 2012. Plus there are fabulous new patterns from my favourite knitwear designer and my favourite yarn shop, and a terrible … Continue reading →

Episode 87: The Return of the Panto

katie@hoxtonhandmade.com (Hoxton Handmade) — Thu, 22 Dec 2011 10:16:09 PST

Just in time for Christmas, the Electric Sheep Knitters’ Audio Pantomime is back! This year we bring you a great deal of silliness, some bad jokes, a few double entendres and the odd sheep, in the story of Aladdin. And … Continue reading →

Episode 86: November Movember Wovember

katie@hoxtonhandmade.com (Hoxton Handmade) — Sun, 20 Nov 2011 13:38:25 PST

This week we’re out to make the world a better place through the power of wool and a good moustache. Plus, there’s a rundown of some British wool; a yarn review; some quick knits I’ve been working on; and a … Continue reading →

Episode 85: Occupy

katie@hoxtonhandmade.com (Hoxton Handmade) — Sun, 06 Nov 2011 10:45:53 PST

This week the Sheep sets off to find out just what’s going on over at Occupy London and, in honour of this important task, he’s very nearly sober. Festive Sweater, Ravelry Group Knit Along The Beekeeper’s Quilt Patterns: Acer, Vaila, … Continue reading →

Episode 84: The F Word

katie@hoxtonhandmade.com (Hoxton Handmade) — Sun, 23 Oct 2011 08:55:40 PDT

This week I’m ranting about the F word – no, not that one, the other one. Yes indeed it’s all about feminism and knitting. Plus there’s a rundown of what I’ve been knitting lately, stories of the worst dates ever, … Continue reading →

Episode 83: Sweet Clement Yarns

katie@hoxtonhandmade.com (Hoxton Handmade) — Sun, 02 Oct 2011 12:56:52 PDT

The Sheep returns! With the yarny treat of an interview with independent dyer Sweet Clement Yarns. Plus there’s my new favourite knitting podcast and a fabulous London knitting book. Sweet Clement Yarns Knit 1 Geek 2 podcast Stitch London – … Continue reading →

Episode 82: Riot

katie@hoxtonhandmade.com (Hoxton Handmade) — Sun, 14 Aug 2011 13:33:53 PDT

This week, inevitably, is all about the recent London riots. But it’s not all doom and gloom, as I share some exciting news; take a look at a new craft and fibre magazine; examine what’s on my needles, and the … Continue reading →

Episode 81: Moths

katie@hoxtonhandmade.com (Hoxton Handmade) — Mon, 01 Aug 2011 15:49:00 PDT

This week I declare war on the knitwear-munching critters; we find out the winners of the yarn competition; plus we take a look at some ace new knitting pattern collections from Brooklyn Tweed’s new venture and Twist Collective. Fleur de … Continue reading →

Episode 80: Knit Nation 2011

katie@hoxtonhandmade.com (Hoxton Handmade) — Sun, 24 Jul 2011 11:41:04 PDT

This week I report back from Knit Nation 2011, to tell you all about the lovely podcaster meet-up, the marketplace, my yarn purchases, and a competition where you can win a lovely skein of yummy yarn! (And if that wasn’t … Continue reading →

Episode 79: Things To Do

katie@hoxtonhandmade.com (Hoxton Handmade) — Fri, 08 Jul 2011 13:43:10 PDT

This week is all about lists and when they get out of hand. Plus we have a look at the latest issue of Rowan Magazine in an epic pattern review, and there’s news of a podcasting meet-up at Knit Nation … Continue reading →

Episode 78: Moonshine

katie@hoxtonhandmade.com (Hoxton Handmade) — Mon, 27 Jun 2011 13:40:00 PDT

This week we catch up with the Sheep’s latest antics. Whatever you do, don’t try this at home… We also take a look at knitterly goings-on in London; the new edition of Knitscene; some lovely handmade shopping; plus there’s the … Continue reading →

Episode 77: Shawl Madness

katie@hoxtonhandmade.com (Hoxton Handmade) — Sun, 19 Jun 2011 11:35:36 PDT

The podcast returns with a look at our ongoing love affair with shawls. Plus we review the latest Interweave and Berroco patterns and discover facial hair that even the Sheep can’t quite embrace. Shawls: Traveling Woman, Ishbel, Annis, Damson, Damask, … Continue reading →

Episode 76: Obsession

katie@hoxtonhandmade.com (Hoxton Handmade) — Sun, 22 May 2011 15:48:43 PDT

This week I’m wondering if my yarn habit is getting out of control, plus the Sheep’s favourite obsessions – gin, cake & beards – all get a look in. Eurovision Song Contest Hooray, Still Light, Audrey in Unst Granny Stripe … Continue reading →

Episode 75: Roadtrip

katie@hoxtonhandmade.com (Hoxton Handmade) — Mon, 09 May 2011 15:50:22 PDT

Join the Sheep on holiday as I travel around south-west Ireland, with a special guest presenter. Lots of photos from the trip are on the blog, and there’s a Google map too, so you can see where we went. Photos … Continue reading →

Episode 74: Rip It

katie@hoxtonhandmade.com (Hoxton Handmade) — Fri, 22 Apr 2011 13:33:59 PDT

This week we embrace the frog with a look at ripping back your knitting. Plus there’s an update on what I’ve been knitting; you can take your very own knitted royal wedding to a whole new level; an excellent crocheted … Continue reading →

Episode 73: The Lost Art of Boredom

katie@hoxtonhandmade.com (Hoxton Handmade) — Mon, 11 Apr 2011 12:43:47 PDT

This week we’re looking at boredom. Not too closely – I’m hoping the show won’t resemble its subject – but to see whether boredom is always a bad thing. Plus there’s a review of a knitting book of cabled goodness, … Continue reading →

Episode 72: Robin Hood

katie@hoxtonhandmade.com (Hoxton Handmade) — Mon, 04 Apr 2011 14:14:09 PDT

This week, to mark the second ‘podiversary’ of the show, we return to the original film review with a look at the latest Robin Hood film, starring Russell Crowe. There’s also a sneaky-peek at a fabulous dress party, a sheepy … Continue reading →

Episode 71: Beware of the Twee

katie@hoxtonhandmade.com (Hoxton Handmade) — Sun, 20 Mar 2011 16:58:51 PDT

This week we take a look at the floral-printed, sugar-coated word of twee. Plus there’s some exceedingly cool crochet, a computer-inspired yarnstorm, a yarn review, and some rather sad victims of the modeling industry. Kirby’s Epic Yarnstorm WooWork’s C.A.R.R.O.T Jetpack … Continue reading →

Episode 70: MODO Fashion Show

katie@hoxtonhandmade.com (Hoxton Handmade) — Mon, 07 Mar 2011 11:42:18 PST

The Sheep has a shiny new look this week and to celebrate I join Alice Yu at University College London’s MODO Fashion Show. We also take a look at some fashion forward knitwear, and some crochet that’s more of a … Continue reading →

Episode 69: Coffee

katie@hoxtonhandmade.com (Hoxton Handmade) — Sat, 19 Feb 2011 13:24:07 PST

We’re on a caffeine high at Hoxton Towers this week, as take a closer look at coffee. Plus there’s an update on my knitting, a yarny way to celebrate the upcoming Royal Wedding, and the scientific proof we’ve all been … Continue reading →

Episode 68: Pattern Paywall

katie@hoxtonhandmade.com (Hoxton Handmade) — Sun, 06 Feb 2011 12:23:19 PST

This week we’re tackling the slightly controversial topic of pattern pricing. Do you buy books or PDFs? Are they good value for money? Thanks to inspiration from a crafty blogger we’ll be debating the various viewpoints. Plus there’s a look … Continue reading →

Episode 67: Acrylic

katie@hoxtonhandmade.com (Hoxton Handmade) — Mon, 31 Jan 2011 14:54:54 PST

The Sheep returns, with a very knitterly episode, as we take a closer look at the outcast of the yarn world: acrylic. After which I take you through the knitwear on my needles at the moment, and we have a … Continue reading →

Episode 66: The Panto Strikes Back

katie@hoxtonhandmade.com (Hoxton Handmade) — Thu, 23 Dec 2010 16:11:02 PST

It’s that time of year where the traditional British pantomime makes a return. This time the Sheep has written the show’s knitter’s audio panto, which means I can’t be held responsible for the content. Hope you enjoy it despite the … Continue reading →

Episode 65: Black Death

katie@hoxtonhandmade.com (Hoxton Handmade) — Mon, 13 Dec 2010 15:10:27 PST

In a week in which many Brits have found themselves looking to parliament with cries of ‘a plague on both their houses!’ I thought it only apt to look at an actual plague. So, providing us with an introduction to … Continue reading →

Episode 64: Royal Revolution

katie@hoxtonhandmade.com (Hoxton Handmade) — Thu, 25 Nov 2010 14:05:37 PST

Happy Thanksgiving! This week, with the announcement of the royal wedding, we take a look at the monarchy. Plus there are funtimes to be had with some lovely knitting groups, and we have a round-up of some entertaining blogs. Classic … Continue reading →

Episode 63: Making A Mockery

katie@hoxtonhandmade.com (Hoxton Handmade) — Sun, 14 Nov 2010 13:46:22 PST

This week we examine the pitfalls of making a bad joke, plus some knitterly Christmas festivities to look forward to and a collection of patterns that have some bite. More on the Twitter Joke Trial The Bothered Owl, Christmas Yarn … Continue reading →

Episode 62: Knitwear of Doom

katie@hoxtonhandmade.com (Hoxton Handmade) — Sun, 07 Nov 2010 11:22:08 PST

This week we look at what happens when your knitwear turns against you, plus there are some new patterns from an old favourite, some Christmas gift ideas, a new flashmob advert that’s raising a smile, and an awful lot of … Continue reading →

Episode 61: Keep Smiling

katie@hoxtonhandmade.com (Hoxton Handmade) — Sun, 24 Oct 2010 10:38:01 PDT

This week we consider ways to save a penny or two in the wake of the Spending Review, and find a few things to keep us smiling. From a new knitting book, to the winners of the Purls of Wisdom … Continue reading →

Episode 60: DIY Part Two

katie@hoxtonhandmade.com (Hoxton Handmade) — Sun, 17 Oct 2010 11:24:23 PDT

This week we return to the subject of DIY only this time we’re talking about Design It Yourself. There’s also an update on what I’m knitting at the moment and an article from an unlikely source about a new knitting … Continue reading →

Episode 59: Ally Pally

katie@hoxtonhandmade.com (Hoxton Handmade) — Sun, 10 Oct 2010 07:14:52 PDT

This week I’m off to the Knitting and Stitching Show at Alexandra Palace. Plus we take a peek at a new knitting book with a competition to win a copy of your very own and there are beaaaaaaaards! Oh yes. … Continue reading →

Episode 58: Stash Busting

katie@hoxtonhandmade.com (Hoxton Handmade) — Sun, 26 Sep 2010 13:49:37 PDT

This week the Sheep is stashbusting, plus there’s the new issue of Interweave Knits Weekend. The Knitting & Stitching Show YarnGasm & the Stash Bust Army Wisp, One Row Scarf Interweave Knits Weekend

Episode 57: Reasons to be Cheerful

katie@hoxtonhandmade.com (Hoxton Handmade) — Sun, 19 Sep 2010 13:47:48 PDT

This week I’m on the hunt for good news to cheer us up as the weather turns chilly. Plus there’s a yarn review from a London yarn store, an update on what I’m knitting, and some fun silly patterns. Swallow, … Continue reading →

Episode 56: Operation Fibre Freedom

katie@hoxtonhandmade.com (Hoxton Handmade) — Sun, 05 Sep 2010 15:36:10 PDT

A particularly Sheepy episode of the podcast this week, as the Sheep masterminds another adventure. Prepare for a silly tale and some chicken barbecue. Plus we take a look at the latest issue of Rowan Magazine. iKnit Weekender Rowan Magazine … Continue reading →

Episode 55: Handmade Home Truths

katie@hoxtonhandmade.com (Hoxton Handmade) — Mon, 30 Aug 2010 07:39:38 PDT

The Sweater of Doom is finally finished and whilst modeling the mohair beast behind the microphone, I’ll be discussing the professional advice some handmade sellers sought from a marketing expert; plus we take a look at the baby patterns you’ve recommended, there’s … Continue reading →

Episode 54: A Brief Guide To Hoxton

katie@hoxtonhandmade.com (Hoxton Handmade) — Mon, 16 Aug 2010 13:35:58 PDT

This week join me for a day out in my neighbourhood! Plus we roam through the wonders of the Feed The Sheep thread on Ravelry, there’s a new (to me) online knitting magazine, an update on the Sweater of Doom, … Continue reading →

Episode 53: Knit Nation

katie@hoxtonhandmade.com (Hoxton Handmade) — Thu, 05 Aug 2010 04:05:54 PDT

The Knit Nation episode is finally here! Apologies for the late posting, but I had a fair bit of audio to sort through and not enough time to do it in. But that’s all sorted now, phew! So here’s a … Continue reading →

Episode 52: Knitting For Others

katie@hoxtonhandmade.com (Hoxton Handmade) — Sun, 25 Jul 2010 09:54:13 PDT

It seems that Christmas is determined to arrive as early as possible this year, which reminds those of us knitting gifts that it’s time to start planning our patterns for the festive season. So this week we’re taking a look … Continue reading →

Episode 51: Slow Fashion

katie@hoxtonhandmade.com (Hoxton Handmade) — Sun, 18 Jul 2010 09:18:10 PDT

The Sheep is back for Series 4, and we’re kicking off with a look at Slow Fashion and some knitting patterns that can withstand changing trends. Plus I report back from the Stitched Selves project; there’s a new issue of … Continue reading →

Episode 50: The Colour of Magic

katie@hoxtonhandmade.com (Hoxton Handmade) — Mon, 24 May 2010 16:29:36 PDT

It’s the 50th episode! Good grief, how did that happen?!? Thank you to all of you who’ve been listening. On this week’s show, we take a look at the magic and power of colour, and how they’re often taken for … Continue reading →

Episode 49: Stitched Up

katie@hoxtonhandmade.com (Hoxton Handmade) — Mon, 17 May 2010 14:42:43 PDT

I’m reporting back from the Stitched Up event at the Hunterian Museum and trying my hand at some surgical suturing. Plus there’s a sneaky preview of a brand new knitting book and an hilarious video that gives some literary legends … Continue reading →

Episode 48: Emily

katie@hoxtonhandmade.com (Hoxton Handmade) — Sun, 02 May 2010 12:11:52 PDT

This week we take a look at the woman who’s at least partly responsible for my vote next Thursday, Emily Wilding Davison. Plus we go over what’s on my needles; a travel knitting quandary and surfing farm animals are clearly … Continue reading →

Episode 47: George & the Dragon

katie@hoxtonhandmade.com (Hoxton Handmade) — Sun, 25 Apr 2010 14:17:59 PDT

We’re charging across English history with St George this week, just keep an eye out for those pesky dragons…. Plus there’s a look through the latest edition of Interweave Knits; a yummy UK yarn; and a roundup of what’s on … Continue reading →

Episode 46: Knitasaurus

katie@hoxtonhandmade.com (Hoxton Handmade) — Sun, 18 Apr 2010 13:01:16 PDT

The Sheep is back on schedule and this week he’s joined by some familiar shady characters. Yes indeed, Mary ‘Knit Picks’ McGraw and Zoe ‘Steeking’ O’Riley are back. And definitely up to no good… Plus we take a look at … Continue reading →

Episode 45: The City At Night

katie@hoxtonhandmade.com (Hoxton Handmade) — Sun, 04 Apr 2010 16:43:07 PDT

It’s the witching hour over at Hoxton towers, as I take a brief nocturnal tour through the city. Plus we look through the pattern book Haiku Knits, that’s using some unusual fibres; there are some macho knitters who are worth … Continue reading →

Episode 44: The Sheep’s First Birthday

katie@hoxtonhandmade.com (Hoxton Handmade) — Sat, 27 Mar 2010 12:13:52 PDT

Electric Sheep began exactly one year ago today, and my thanks to all those who have listened since then. This week, the Sheep takes over the intro with a special re-mix of the theme tune and a selection of his … Continue reading →

Episode 43: Previously on Electric Sheep…

katie@hoxtonhandmade.com (Hoxton Handmade) — Sun, 21 Mar 2010 14:43:21 PDT

With the first anniversary of the podcast fast approaching, I thought it was time for a quick recap of some of the episodes that have gone before. Plus we take a look at a Kim Hargreaves’ pattern book, a karma-tastic … Continue reading →

Episode 42: Jumper

katie@hoxtonhandmade.com (Hoxton Handmade) — Sun, 07 Mar 2010 12:52:04 PST

Sadly, not a show dedicated to the wonder of the sweater, but the awfulness of a movie. It’s the return of the Sheep’s film review. Plus we take a look at the latest pattern book from Woolly Wormhead, and there’s … Continue reading →

Episode 41: Return of the Mad Men

katie@hoxtonhandmade.com (Hoxton Handmade) — Sun, 28 Feb 2010 10:23:10 PST

Those dastardly advertising folk at Vodafone are at it again. Hear all about the latest hotly debated hijacking of the knit. Plus we take a look at the new Spring issue of Interweave Knits. Cheer Up Ireland – Ravelry discussion … Continue reading →

Episode 40: David v Goliath

katie@hoxtonhandmade.com (Hoxton Handmade) — Tue, 23 Feb 2010 16:29:34 PST

This week the Sheep is in a feisty mood, taking a look at copyright theft, the power of Twitter and wondering if we’re sheep following the flock, or David tackling Goliath. Plus, we have another chat about the heinous Daily … Continue reading →

Episode 39: The Sheep’s Guide to Podcasting

katie@hoxtonhandmade.com (Hoxton Handmade) — Mon, 15 Feb 2010 13:32:07 PST

This week the Sheep takes over, or at least he tries to, and almost destroys my flat in the process… There’s a brief word about the Ravelympics; more bearded knitted wonder; a Night Out at the Museum; and the latest … Continue reading →

Episode 38: Ukulele Lady

katie@hoxtonhandmade.com (Hoxton Handmade) — Sun, 07 Feb 2010 13:51:08 PST

As promised, this week is all about the wonders of the Ukulele. Plus, we take an early peek at a brand new craft book hot off the press; and the poor sheep is drafted in for a campaign that probably … Continue reading →

Episode 37: The Shoreditch Sisters

katie@hoxtonhandmade.com (Hoxton Handmade) — Sun, 31 Jan 2010 15:23:38 PST

This week the Women’s Institute embrace the power of the Knit, thanks to a knitting workshop with the Shoreditch Sisters; plus we take a look at the latest edition of Knitscene and a website that puts a new spin those … Continue reading →

Episode 36: Knitting Mad Men

katie@hoxtonhandmade.com (Hoxton Handmade) — Sun, 24 Jan 2010 14:37:50 PST

This week we examine the advertising Mad Men who’ve been doing a little yarnstorming of their own; plus my knitting confession; some yummy yarn from the UK; a crowdsourcing knitting project; and knitting for a worthy cause. Vodafone yarnstorm advert … Continue reading →

Episode 35: Let It Snow

katie@hoxtonhandmade.com (Hoxton Handmade) — Sun, 10 Jan 2010 12:28:41 PST

“Oh the weather outside is frightful, but the knitting is so delightful…” The Sheep is back, with a New Year’s resolution; the warmest knitting out there; and the fabulous nominations for the Bobby Awards on Ravelry. So tune in, grab … Continue reading →

Episode 34: Panto

katie@hoxtonhandmade.com (Hoxton Handmade) — Sun, 20 Dec 2009 11:32:07 PST

It’s the Electric Sheep Special Christmas Extravaganza Spectacular! Or something like that….. A bumper episode as we stage our very own audio panto in Hoxton (with a little help from you lot). Plus there’s Knitty Winter 09; the winners of … Continue reading →

Episode 33: Brother

katie@hoxtonhandmade.com (Hoxton Handmade) — Sun, 13 Dec 2009 15:58:36 PST

A mystery guest on the show today – well, not really that much of a mystery, but nevermind – to recount their tale of high adventure in Northern India, and we take a look at Son of Stitch & Bitch.

Episode 32: Survey

katie@hoxtonhandmade.com (Hoxton Handmade) — Sun, 06 Dec 2009 13:17:59 PST

In which I report back on what you’ve been telling me in the Electric Sheep survey, and I start to worry about who I’m talking to… Plus we take a look at the latest knitting patterns from Kim Hargreaves; there’s … Continue reading →

Episode 31: DIY

katie@hoxtonhandmade.com (Hoxton Handmade) — Mon, 30 Nov 2009 14:41:59 PST

Do It Yourself and the perils of self-assembly furniture this week, plus a look at the latest issue of Interweave Knits and a fabulous handmade shopping site for those tricky Christmas gifts. And if you have a moment to spare … Continue reading →

Episode 30: Thieves

katie@hoxtonhandmade.com (Hoxton Handmade) — Sun, 22 Nov 2009 14:05:54 PST

I have a cunning plan…. Join me and a secret gang of rebel knitters as we demonstrate why London museums may have good reason to ban knitters from taking their needles into an exhibit. Plus there’s the latest from Twist … Continue reading →

Episode 29: Gift

katie@hoxtonhandmade.com (Hoxton Handmade) — Sun, 15 Nov 2009 15:21:20 PST

If you can’t face any more Christmas knitting, then this week’s episode may help, as we take a look at knitting kits so your friends can knit their own gifts. Plus there are more podcasts for you to check out; … Continue reading →

Episode 28: Bonfire

katie@hoxtonhandmade.com (Hoxton Handmade) — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 15:21:17 PST

It’s Guy Fawkes Night in the UK, so we take a look at the history of this unusual celebration. There’s also a rundown of what’s on the needles round Hoxton way; some patterns heading up the charts on Ravelry; and … Continue reading →

Episode 27: Halloween

katie@hoxtonhandmade.com (Hoxton Handmade) — Sun, 01 Nov 2009 15:21:28 PST

Halloween being more of an American event than a British one, this is only a semi-spooky episode. There’s the Electric Sheep film review of a movie that’s scary in places – though not necessarily intentionally. We take a look at … Continue reading →

Episode 26: Showtime

katie@hoxtonhandmade.com (Hoxton Handmade) — Sun, 25 Oct 2009 03:49:02 PDT

A special edition of the Sheep as we follow the mayhem that is Showtime Challenge – staging a West End musical at the London Palladium with just 48hrs rehearsal. Showtime Challenge video Cecily’s Fund Crazy For You soundtrack

Episode 25: Fifteen

katie@hoxtonhandmade.com (Hoxton Handmade) — Thu, 15 Oct 2009 15:33:50 PDT

This week the Sheep goes mobile, reporting back from a special knitting workshop at the Fifteen restaurant. Plus there’s a quick look at some online knitting patterns and for those of you looking for love, I have just the place … Continue reading →

Episode 24: Playground

katie@hoxtonhandmade.com (Hoxton Handmade) — Sun, 11 Oct 2009 08:09:31 PDT

Playground politics this week, as I make my own small defence of the National Health Service. Plus a whole new playground of knitting, with a brilliant way to add a little random surprise to your pattern. There’s also the ultimate … Continue reading →

Episode 23: Elves

katie@hoxtonhandmade.com (Hoxton Handmade) — Mon, 05 Oct 2009 01:41:42 PDT

This week is in aid of Christmas Knitting Elves everywhere, as we run down the list of ways to help you finish all those gifts in time. Plus there are some handy gift patterns over at Let’s Knit Magazine; a … Continue reading →

Episode 22: Creation

katie@hoxtonhandmade.com (Hoxton Handmade) — Sun, 27 Sep 2009 14:58:38 PDT

This week there’s a look at a few of the more unusual paths to spiritual enlightenment; a round-up of the patterns in Jared Flood’s Made In Brooklyn; a very special knitter in California; and the Shakespearean hat finds fame. A … Continue reading →

Episode 21: Inspiration

katie@hoxtonhandmade.com (Hoxton Handmade) — Sun, 20 Sep 2009 08:52:12 PDT

The Sheep is back. Kicking off Series II with a look at inspiration; a rundown of some fab knitting podcasts; the highs (and lows) of Interweave Knits Weekend and a new yarn from Rowan. Plus we learn that the Force … Continue reading →

Episode 20: Magic & Mayhem

katie@hoxtonhandmade.com (Hoxton Handmade) — Sat, 22 Aug 2009 01:07:03 PDT

This week, by popular demand, we return to the Hoxton Handmade film review, with a look over that magical TV mini-series, Merlin. Plus some impressive ukulele action has been going on at the Proms; there’s an excellent charity knitting project … Continue reading →

Episode 19: Hoxton & The Handmade

katie@hoxtonhandmade.com (Hoxton Handmade) — Sun, 16 Aug 2009 14:07:15 PDT

This week Electric Sheep goes back to its roots with a show all about the knitting and the handmade. With a knitting hero, a warning to anyone planning some Christmas gift knitting, the new issue of the Twist Collective, some … Continue reading →

Episode 18: Harry & The Boys

katie@hoxtonhandmade.com (Hoxton Handmade) — Sun, 09 Aug 2009 03:58:17 PDT

This week we remember Harry Patch and enjoy the genius of Blackadder. Plus some impressive facial hair, a look at some new knitting patterns and crafty websites, and a knitted fish or two. Radiohead – Harry Patch (In Memory Of) … Continue reading →

Episode 17: A Song & Dance

katie@hoxtonhandmade.com (Hoxton Handmade) — Mon, 03 Aug 2009 13:57:20 PDT

This week I report back from Camp Bestival, plus there’s the latest issue of Interweave Knits, a great craft/home site, and some fabulous furniture. Hedgehogs Beardyman Interweave Knits Swing Patrol Ian’s Shoelace Site Domestic Sluttery Melanie Porter chairs

English Tale, American Twist

katie@hoxtonhandmade.com (Hoxton Handmade) — Thu, 23 Jul 2009 00:25:02 PDT

I’m heading off to Dorset tomorrow for Camp Bestival and so won’t be able to post a new episode of Electric Sheep this weekend. However, events on Monday inspired me to write and I thought I would share the result, … Continue reading →

Episode 16: Tea & Sympathy

katie@hoxtonhandmade.com (Hoxton Handmade) — Sun, 19 Jul 2009 15:06:28 PDT

This week we’re talking about the nation’s favourite drink. Plus we find out who’s won the plinth competition and some lovely Koigu yarn, and the comedy delights to be found in town, in podcasts and in essays. Tea & Sympathy … Continue reading →

Episode 15: One & Other

katie@hoxtonhandmade.com (Hoxton Handmade) — Sun, 12 Jul 2009 15:35:07 PDT

This week the Sheep comes over all artistic, looking at Anthony Gormley’s One And Other art project for the fourth plinth in Trafalgar Square. Plus there’s a competition, a handmade film review and a seriously cool bit of yarnstorming. One … Continue reading →

Episode 14: Mad Dogs & Englishmen

katie@hoxtonhandmade.com (Hoxton Handmade) — Mon, 06 Jul 2009 15:13:51 PDT

This week London has been sweltering in the heat. Noel Coward had a point and we’ve all been out in the midday sun a little too much lately. So it’s time for Britain’s favourite pastime, as we talk about the … Continue reading →

Episode 13: Heroes & Legends

katie@hoxtonhandmade.com (Hoxton Handmade) — Mon, 29 Jun 2009 11:17:47 PDT

We’re going back a few thousand years in search of fairytales, heroes and pagans. As you do. Plus I tackle a creature of mythical proportions and we bid farewell to a modern day legend. Fortunately the latest issue of Knitty, … Continue reading →

Episode.12 Slugs & Snails

katie@hoxtonhandmade.com (Hoxton Handmade) — Tue, 23 Jun 2009 13:30:40 PDT

The Sheep is back! Apologies for the delay in getting this episode out, but Hoxton Towers had to be seriously re-vamped. We now have enough bandwidth for the Sheep to frollick merrily in pastures new. In celebration of Fathers’ Day, … Continue reading →

Episode 11: London & The Crawl

katie@hoxtonhandmade.com (Hoxton Handmade) — Sun, 14 Jun 2009 08:51:00 PDT

World Wide Knit In Public Day, and what better way to celebrate than with Stitch’n'Bitch London’s Knit Crawl. Debating knitting alone versus knitting en masse, I report back from the tashtastic adventure. Plus a rundown of what other knitters have … Continue reading →

Episode 10: Colds & Blasphemy

katie@hoxtonhandmade.com (Hoxton Handmade) — Sat, 06 Jun 2009 03:50:00 PDT

Sounding a little different this week as I speak to you through a heavy cold. So bear with me through the first few minutes as the sound equipment gets confused by the change in pitch. Anyway, this week, knitting blasphemies … Continue reading →

Episode 9: Copyright & Wrong

katie@hoxtonhandmade.com (Hoxton Handmade) — Mon, 25 May 2009 03:07:00 PDT

Apologies again for the chaotic iTunes listings. iTunes lists episodes by publishing date, I had two episodes out of sequence and one episode ended up with the wrong audio file attached. Correcting this meant re-publishing everything. But then that meant … Continue reading →

Episode 8: Hunting Words & Telling Tales

katie@hoxtonhandmade.com (Hoxton Handmade) — Sun, 17 May 2009 10:01:00 PDT

This episode is all about words, language and stories. Plus miniature knitting making appearances in film and performances on Eurovision that could be works of fiction. This week’s links: The Seven Basic Plots The Child That Books Built Ex Libris … Continue reading →

Episode 7: Whales & Guerrillas

katie@hoxtonhandmade.com (Hoxton Handmade) — Tue, 12 May 2009 04:04:00 PDT

Arghh, the perils of technology. I’ve spent the past two days trying to upload this episode. Clearly the internet pixies are having a good old laugh at my expense. Th irony being, of course, that this week’s show is all … Continue reading →

Episode 6: May Day & Morris Dancing

katie@hoxtonhandmade.com (Hoxton Handmade) — Mon, 04 May 2009 08:50:00 PDT

It’s the May Day Bank Holiday so this week we’re talking about Englishness and a few of the more eccentric traditions of Britain. Also, there’s a quick look at the two sweaters I’m working on and a few knitting eccentrics … Continue reading →

Episode 5: Fact & Fiction

katie@hoxtonhandmade.com (Hoxton Handmade) — Sun, 26 Apr 2009 11:30:00 PDT

This week we’re talking about fantasy knitting, when the project in your head isn’t quite the project in your hands. Then, if your grasp of your finances is more fiction than fact, here are a few places to find some … Continue reading →

Episode 4: Winifred & Kathleen

katie@hoxtonhandmade.com (Hoxton Handmade) — Sun, 19 Apr 2009 06:22:00 PDT

In this week’s episode we’re talking about grandparents, the Victoria & Albert Museum and some alternative night’s out around London that mix the old and new. To listen simply follow the link on the right. This week’s links: The Guide … Continue reading →

Episode 3: Anarchy & Chocolate

katie@hoxtonhandmade.com (Hoxton Handmade) — Sat, 11 Apr 2009 03:10:00 PDT

Happy Easter – hope everyone’s enjoying the long weekend and eating lots of chocolate. This week we’re looking at Guerrilla Knitting, handmade courses and the best online shopping for something a little more original. This week’s links: Craft Guerrilla Knitta … Continue reading →

Musical Sheep

katie@hoxtonhandmade.com (Hoxton Handmade) — Sun, 05 Apr 2009 10:30:00 PDT

Those of you who have listened to both episodes will have heard that the most recent has a rather more polished soundtrack. I found it incredibly difficult to get a good, podsafe song that had the sound I wanted. But … Continue reading →

Episode 2: Knit & Be Damned

katie@hoxtonhandmade.com (Hoxton Handmade) — Sat, 04 Apr 2009 05:02:00 PDT

I meant to upload this yesterday but it’s taken my little dongle an hour and forty-five minutes to manage this Herculean task. But here, for you listening pleasure, is episode two. This week I’ll be sharing my frustrations at some … Continue reading →

Episode 1: Twitter & Kitsch

katie@hoxtonhandmade.com (Hoxton Handmade) — Fri, 27 Mar 2009 15:09:00 PDT

Welcome to the first episode of Electric Sheep, a podcast that takes a look at all things knit on the web and around London. Still something of a prototype, so bear with me as I iron out the technical glitches … Continue reading →