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62: The Way Wool Works
Why can a wool sweater feel so light and still keep us warm? What gives yarn its bounce? And what does “worsted” actually mean?
In episode 62, Anne and Steph welcome Northern Lights member Kristal for a conversation...
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61: The Heritage Knitter
A few years ago, during a group conversation, a beautiful woman and successful entrepreneur described me as a heritage knitter. She saw something back then that I’ve only recently found the words for, even though it...
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Bonus Episode: The Virtual Retreat Experience
Join Anne and Steph alongside past attendees as they share what makes the Virtual Norwegian Knitting Retreat such a memorable experience. From Norwegian culture, history, and inspiring designer sessions to natural...
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60: More Than Knitting: Inside Our Virtual Norwegian Knitting Retreat
The Virtual Norwegian Knitting Retreat is about so much more than knitting.
In this episode, Anne and Steph take you behind the scenes of creating an immersive weekend filled with Norwegian knitting, history, culture,...
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Bonus Episode: Thank You, King Harald
Today was supposed to be a very different podcast episode.
But on the morning of August 28, 2026, King Harald V of Norway passed away after 35 years on the throne.
Before you listen, two little corrections from me....
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59: Leave Your Mark in History
Norway has a centuries-old tradition of marking handmade objects with dates, initials, and symbols. Anne and Steph explore how these simple marks can preserve family stories, identity, important life events, and the...
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Episode 58: Quality over Quantity
Is knitting a race? Anne and Steph don't think so.
In this episode, they explore why quality matters more than quantity, how slowing down can make you a better knitter, and why creating garments you'll love to wear is...
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Episode 57: Help me pick the colors!
Norwegian Wool Month is almost here, and I need your help!
This episode can also be watched on YouTube.
In this Stranded Thought, I share the story behind Norwegian Wool Month – why it started, how it has grown over...
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56: Norwegian Wool Month is back!
After a short summer break, Anne and Steph are back behind the microphones – and celebrating one full year of the podcast!
In this episode, they look back on a wonderful in-person retreat in Norway with 18 knitters...
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55: Bunad – Tradition, Identity, and the Stories We Wear
In this episode, Anne and Steph step into the world of the Norwegian bunad – the national costume rooted in history, identity, and craftsmanship.
They explore what a bunad really is, why it matters, and how it...
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54: Talking Color – Intuition, Theory, and a Lot of Experimenting
In this episode, Anne and Steph talk about choosing colors – why it can feel tricky, and how it becomes easier with a bit of understanding and practice.
They explore different ways to find inspiration, from nature to...
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53: Pockets – A Small Piece of History
This is a very visual episode, so if you’re listening on a traditional podcast platform, you might want to come back and watch it on YouTube as well. Podcast Episode 53 on YouTube
In this episode, Anne and Steph dive...
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