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 from North America and continental Europe before turning their attention to one of the highlights of the knitting year – Norwegian Wool Month. You'll hear the story behind how Wool Month began, why it has become such an important tradition, what's happening during this year's event, and why supporting Norwegian wool, mills, designers, and small makers matters so much. Anne also shares how this year's projects came together, what participants can look forward to, and why Wool Month is about much more than knitting patterns. Whether you're joining Norwegian Wool Month for the first time or returning for another year, this episode will give you a behind-the-scenes look at what makes August such a special month in our community   Timestamps 00:00 Podcast Return01:05 Football And Knitting04:38 What Is Wool Month05:47 Origin Story12:54 Naming The Event14:28 This Years Schedule16:54 Speakers And Recordings21:03 Why Selbu Matters24:43 Adding Lofoten Wool25:37 Crafting Association Finds26:21 Supporting Small Makers27:56 Lofoten Wool Journey29:28 Selbu Mitts Origins32:20 Cowl Pattern Showcase34:59 Socks Year Challenge36:23 This Year Hat Plan38:38 Yarn Notes Gimra40:23 Wool Month Panels44:31 Free Signup Wrap Up   Link to transcript and shownotes