Ep 120: What Is Cord Magic?

Text the Show! In this episode of Knit A Spell, Katie Rempe and James Divine kick off a new season by delving into the fascinating topic of cord and stitch magic. They catch up on their winter activities before diving into the magical properties of yarn and cord, exploring how the entire process of procuring, carding, spinning, and using yarn can be infused with intention and magic.  They discuss various forms of cord magic, including the significance of knots and the use of cords in rituals like handfasting ceremonies. Katie demonstrates how to create a magical cord by twisting yarn into a skein, emphasizing the intention-setting process during the creation of magical tools like witch's ladders.  James explains how cords are used in candle magic, such as tying cords between candles to symbolize connections between individuals or for cord-cutting rituals to sever negative ties. They also explore how cords are incorporated into magical crafts like creating prosperity pouches and knitting i-cords.  The hosts highlight some of Katie's magical knitting patterns, including the Traveler's Talisman scarf, the Self Love Cowl, and the Moon Cowl, discussing how each pattern incorporates intentional stitch patterns and colors to infuse the finished piece with specific magical properties.  They conclude the episode by teasing upcoming topics for the season, including an interview with guest Diana Rajchel about hex twisting. The hosts express excitement for the season ahead and invite listeners to join them on their magical journey.  This episode provides a captivating introduction to the theme of cord and stitch magic, setting the stage for an enchanting and educational season of Knit A Spell. --- Support Knit A Spell on Patreon: patreon.com/knitaspellLearn more about Intro To Palmistry: IntroToPalmistry.comLearn how to Knit With Color Magic - save $20 for a limited time using code COLOR20 at checkout: lightfromlantern.com/knitwithcolormagicWatch our episode on the Witches' Ladder - https://youtu.be/TA4spTwFElMWatch our interview with Brandy Williams about Crafting with Cord Magic: https://youtu.be/cuBYCe-SpM8   REFERENCED PATTERNS  - Traveler's Talisman: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/travelers-talisman- Self-Love Cowl: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/self-love-cowl-2- Moon Cowl: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/moon-cowl-2--- JOIN KNIT A SPELL ON PATREON! Support the show for $5/month and gain access to behind-the-scenes posts, episode outtakes and monthly polls! Receive a FREE Knit A Spell sticker after subscribing for 3 consecutive months!  Learn more & sign up at: https://www.patreon.com/KnitASpell--- LOVE THE SHOW? SUBSCRIBE! Show your supportSupport the show