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Melanie in Turkey

Episode 169 – Turkey Time

In this episode, Melanie talks with Savvy Mom and her previous Swapetition partner about this year’s game. Then, Melanie’s travel adventures take her to the Republic of Turkey.

Deborah went shopping!

Episode 168 – Tiny Goat! Tiny Goat!

In this episode, the girls take a trip back to Rhinebeck, New York, for the annual Sheep and Wool Festival! They meet Maya, chat with Jan, and hang in Ron‘s truck. They also watch llamas leap. There’s still time to sign up for Swapetition! Get in on it while you …

Episode 154 – Licence to Knit

Savvy Mom joined Melanie in this episode to chat and to be part of a knitting-themed (and somewhat risqué) play about a certain British spy. Other links from this episode: Boxing Day The Highway Hat Girlfriend in a Coma (novel) ilk milquetoast ejaculation (grammar) Christopher Columbus! Jumping Jehoshaphat Christmas Bird …

Met Opera Gala

Episode 149 – A Mouthful

In this episode, Melanie talks about the opera, the bird, and even knitting. Deborah talks about her knitting and her new under-desk exerciser and fancy blender. This year’s Swapetition is starting up! Keep an eye on our Ravelry discussion forum for info and to sign up. The girls (along with …

Sorting buttons with Laura

Episode 132 – Road Trip Elucidation

Deborah and Melanie went on a driving adventure to Ontario and Quebec. Along the way they met up with listener Laura (aka SheppardHandmade) and interviewed her and her talented family. The girls talk also about this year’s Swapetition, which is well underway. We’ve added secondary swaps for both children and pets, …

The wedding gift

Episode 131 – Start Swapping!

Deborah opens this episode by talking about wedding crafts, spinning, and fall knitting plans. The Savvy Girls are going to Rhinebeck again this year. Be sure to say hi if you see them there. Melanie visits with friend-of-the-show Nicol to bake autocannibalistic bread and talk about the Golden State, shark-baiting, …