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Skein and Tell

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  • The Art of Balance: Motherhood Meets Creative Business with Katie Jones
    Join host Gea on this radiant and real episode of Skein and Tell as she sits down with maximalist crochet queen Katie Jones to talk about color, creativity, and the unexpected adventures of motherhood.From navigating five years of infertility and loss to finding joy in life with her baby, Katie shares how becoming a mom reshaped, not replaced, her identity as a designer. Together, Katie and Gea unravel what it means to balance art, business, and babies in a world that expects endless productivity.You’ll discover:✨ Why Katie’s transition to motherhood felt freeing after such a long journey to get there🧶 How her creative process shifted from big bursts to joyful little snippets of making🌈 Katie’s secrets for building bold color palettes (yes, including the power of a “ming color”)🔥 Honest reflections on burnout, business struggles, and diversifying income as a designer🤖 Her unfiltered take on AI, creativity, and why mistakes matter more than perfection🎃 A chat about her new spooky mini-collection Baby Boo for Hobbii (think cute rompers, bonnets & blankets!)💡 Advice for aspiring designers about starting small, staying authentic, and protecting your joy🎨 Childhood memories, color play tips, and what Katie would tell her younger self with a crochet hook in hand💬 The heartwarming messages from the craft community that remind her why making mattersWhether you’re a maker, a mom, or a color-loving creative, this episode will leave you inspired to embrace imperfection, protect your spark, and find joy in the stitches and the spaces in between.Because crafting isn’t just about the finished project, it’s about slowing down, making meaning, and weaving community.🌈 Where to Find KatieStay connected with Katie and her colorful, maximalist world of knit & crochet:Instagram: @katiejonesknitYouTube: Katie Jones KnitWebsite: katiejonesknit.comDon’t miss her upcoming Baby Boo Halloween Mini Collection with Hobbii and her new book dropping later this year! ✨ Share this episode with your yarn besties on social media and tag us on your stories and tales, using #skeinandtell or #hobbiipodcast 💖 Love you bestie, bye! 🧶
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  • Dropped Stitches and Secrets with Toni Lipsey of TLYarnCrafts
    Join host Gea on this beautifully candid episode of Skein and Tell as she sits down with the radiant Toni Lipsey of TL Yarn Crafts to unravel the messy, magical, and deeply personal realities of life in yarn.From crochet conspiracies and blocking debates to business burnout and AI in fiber arts, this convo is cozy, unfiltered, and so validating. Toni shares what it really takes to run a successful crochet brand, how she keeps creativity alive, and why your WIPs and weird crochet rituals are more than okay... They’re proof you’re doing it right!You’ll hear:How crochet superstition led to Toni’s “hook drop = quit for the day” ruleWhat makes someone a “real” crocheter (spoiler: it’s not fancy yarn)Why burnout hit hard and how she came back with boundaries and joyThe truth about pattern pricing, accessibility, and sustaining a fiber bizA spicy convo on AI: the good, the bad, and the pattern theftColor confidence, crochet stereotypes, and crafting as art, not just functionToni’s journey from solo hustle to building a teamWhether you're deep in your tenth project bag or just learned how to chain, this episode will meet you where you are, with warmth, wisdom, and a few mic-drop moments that’ll stay with you long after the last stitch!Get inspired by Toni here:👉 Website: tlyarncrafts.com👉 Instagram: @tlyarncrafts👉 YouTube: TL Yarn Crafts Channel👉 Join the Yarnhive Community: tlyarncrafts.com/yarnhive💖 Subscribe, rate & leave a cozy little review! It helps so much!💌 Share this episode with your crafty group chat or yarn BFF.🧵 Tag us on your social media with #skeinandtell or #hobbiipodcast, or share your thoughts with us about the podcast to @hobbiiyarns or @geafromhobbii
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  • Behind the Scenes: #MoonlightMagicCAL with Designers @airali_grey & @irenestrange from @amigurumiadvent
    Join host Gea on this enchanting episode of Skein and Tell as she chats with crochet dream team Irina Strange and Ilaria Caliri, the creative forces behind the magical #MoonlightMagicCAL with Hobbii!From whimsical wreaths to black cats with turning heads, this episode is a behind-the-scenes journey through friendship, creativity, and just the right amount of Halloween mischief.You’ll discover:How two designers from different countries teamed up to create spellbinding crochet magicThe story behind their 8th Amigurumi Adventure, and why their CAL community is unlike any otherThe inspiration behind the mystical wreath design (spoiler: stars, moons, cats… oh my!)Tips for joining a Mystery CAL with confidence, even if you’re usually a pattern loyalistTheir favorite surprise design moments, creative rituals, and Halloween traditionsPlus, don’t miss:Advice for staying creatively inspired while working across bordersHow they prepare for Halloween 2025Why seeing their designs come to life in your hands is the most magical part of allWhether you’re a seasoned amigurumi conjurer or new to the world of CALs, this episode is your cozy invitation into a world of collaboration, creativity, and community.So grab your hooks, peek behind the curtain, and prepare to fall under the Moonlight Magic spell!Don’t forget to follow Irina and Ilaria on social media at @amigurumiadvent for future stitchy adventures, but also on their own IG profiles, @airali_grey and @irenestrange :-)🔮 Info about the CAL:The mystery CAL will be launching on the 3rd of September, with the first part of the pattern sent to your inbox (if you sign up now) or available on Hobbii's site!To recieve the CAL pattern parts sent into your inbox, but also for the chance to win a kit for yourself follow the links below, corresponding to your country/language:#MoonlightMagicCAL Sign Up for US: https://cal-moonlightmagiccal-us.kickoffpages.com/ #MoonlightMagicCAL Sign Up for EU: https://cal-moonlightmagiccal-eu.kickoffpages.com/#MoonlightMagicCAL Sign Up for UK: https://cal-moonlightmagiccal-uk.kickoffpages.com #MoonlightMagicCAL Sign Up for DE: https://cal-moonlightmagiccal-de.kickoffpages.com#MoonlightMagicCAL Sign Up for DK: https://cal-moonlightmagiccal-dk.kickoffpages.com/ #MoonlightMagicCAL Sign Up for SE: https://cal-moonlightmagiccal-se.kickoffpages.com/ Love you bestie, bye!!
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  • Twist Happens: The Secret Z-Twist That Could Transform Your Crochet
    Join host Gea on this eye-opening episode of Skein and Tell as she untangles one of the fiber world’s best-kept secrets: yarn twist direction, and how it could be the real reason your stitches are splitting, fraying, or just feeling off.Spoiler alert: it’s not you. It’s your S-twist yarn… and if you’re a right-handed crocheter, the plot literally twists.You’ll discover:Why 90% of yarns are S-twist (and what that means for crochet)How Z-twist yarns, rare, precious, and wildly underrated, can make your stitches singSneak peak about our upcoming yarn launch, in collaboration with Bella CocoWhy twist direction matters more than you think for fiber flow, stitch definition, and overall crochet joyHow to detect your yarn’s twist like a fiber detective (complete with a twist-test you can try right now)What to look for in the perfect high-twist Z yarn—and why they’re worth the huntPlus, don’t miss: Archaeology of Yarn with Yarndiana Jones, where we go full scroll-core with Japan’s wearable paper yarns, WWII fiber ingenuity, and a deep dive into how ancient materials keep showing up in modern makes. Crinkle couture, anyone?A very special Weird Yarn Monday where yesterday’s headlines become today’s coasters. Yes, newspaper yarn is real and kind of amazing.Whether you’re a curious beginner or a seasoned stitch sorcerer, this episode will have you side-eyeing every skein in your stash. Because when it comes to yarn… twist happens and once you see it, you can’t unsee it.Tag us using #skeinandtell or #hobbiipodcast on Social Media or email me [email protected] if you want to share your stories with us, or if you would like to show the show some love! <3
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  • Fiber Arts and the Occult: Spells, Hexes, and Ritual Knitting and Crochet
    ✨ Disclaimer: This podcast is here to both educate and entertain our beloved fiber fam. While we’re diving into the magical, mystical world of fiber arts and the occult, please remember, it’s all shared with love, curiosity, and a pinch of playful yarn gremlin energy. We’re not here to promote any particular belief system or tell you to hex your ex (no matter how tempting). Always craft with care, respect traditions, and do what feels right for you!Join host Gea on this enchanted, yarn-tinged episode of Skein and Tell as she casts a cozy spotlight on the magical world where fiber arts and the occult intertwine. That’s right, bestie! We’re talking about spells stitched with purpose, protective pouches crocheted with intention, and the mystical history of yarn-based magic that’s older than your favorite granny square. Whether you’re already knotting sigils into your WIPs or just now wondering if your stash has auras (it might), this episode is for the curious witches, history nerds, stitchy spellcasters, and everyone who’s ever believed their yarn might be just a little bit magic.You’ll learn:How fiber crafts have been used in rituals for centuries, from the Fates to folk magicWhy stitches carry energy (and how to channel that into your projects)Protective pouches, love amulets, and hexed knots, real fiber-based spellwork explainedHow to craft your own magical makes with color, texture, and intentionWeaving, spinning, and the enchanted lore behind the humble yarn twistPlus, don’t miss:Weird Yarn Monday, where we head to New Zealand for Possum Yarn, a sustainable, ultra-soft, slightly controversial fiber made from invasive fluff monsters. Cozy meets conservationArchaeology of Yarn with Yarndiana Jones, as we unravel the spinning wheel’s epic journey from ancient spindle to fairy-tale icon. Spoiler: it changed everything!Whether you’re crafting prosperity pouches, stitching spells for self-love, or just vibing with some magical making energy, this episode will have you feeling empowered, enchanted, and maybe just a little bit witchy.Because every stitch tells a story, and sometimes, it’s a spell.Love you bestie, bye! 🧶💖🔮Tag us using #skeinandtell or #hobbiipodcast on Social Media or email me [email protected] if you want to share your stories with us, or if you would like to show the show some love! <3
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About Skein and Tell

Welcome to Skein & Tell, the official podcast of Hobbii, where yarn enthusiasts come together to explore all things fiber arts! Hosted by the charming yarn nerd Gea, this podcast is your go-to source for yarn news, educational content, personal insights, lively conversations featuring both Gea and the voices of the vibrant Hobbii community but also the latest trends in the yarn world, tackles thought-provoking (and sometimes controversial) topics, and spills juicy behind-the-scenes details that you won't hear anywhere else.
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