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Historical Yarns
by The Archaeology Podcast Network
Hosts Rachel Roden and Heather Boyd bring you a unique podcast organized by seasons. In each season you'll learn about yarn or pattern styles from around the world: where did they come from? What's the history? Then you'll be able to grab the pattern for a custom design based on the topic from either Rachel or Heather. Each episode's first half discusses history and the second half discusses the pattern.
Episodes
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New evidence for Neolithic textiles in the Orkney Islands - Ep 103
Recently, new evidence for Neolithic fabric was found impressed on a sherd in the Orkney Islands. In an area where the environment is not conducive to preservation of textile, archaeologists must look for evidence in unconventional ways. Recently, a team from The University of the Highlands and…
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Neanderthals Making Yarn?!
This is a crossover episode with Chris Webster and The Archaeology Show! Recently, evidence of twisted cord was discovered on a Neanderthal archaeological site. While the exact use of this cord is unknown, we discuss our theories for how Neanderthals could have applied this technology to everyday...
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The History of Faroese Lace - Ep S1E6
In the first half of this episode we delve into the history, construction methods, and traditional stitches used in Faroese Lace knitting. Then, we’ll discuss finishing up the Zetland shawl! Links To get your copy of the pattern, and knit-a-long head over to Rachel’s pattern store on Ravelry...
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The History of Orenburg Lace - S1E5
In the first half of this episode we discuss the history of Orenburg Lace knitting. Then, we’ll discuss finishing the Zetland shawl! Links To get your copy of the pattern, and knit-a-long head over to Rachel’s pattern store on Ravelry (https://www.ravelry.com/designers/rachel-roden) To get the…
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Estonian Lace Part 2 - S1E4
In the first half of this episode we delve into the specific construction methods and stitches used in traditional Estonian Lace knitting. Then, we’ll discuss how to finish the wings of the Zetland shawl! Links Knitted Lace of Estonia by Nancy Bush To get your copy of the pattern, and knit-a-long...
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Estonian Lace Part 1 - S1E3
In the first half of this episode we delve into the rich and interesting history of Estonian Lace knitting. Then, we’ll discuss the next couple sections of the Zetland shawl, including the wings where you’ll do most of the knitting! Links Cocoknits foam stitch stoppers The art of Shetland lace by...
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The History of Shetland Lace, Part 2 - S1E2
In the first half of this episode we delve into the specific construction methods and stitches used in tradition Shetland Lace knitting. Then, we’ll discuss casting on and knitting the first section of the Zetland shawl! LinksTo get your copy of the pattern, and knit-a-long head over to Rachel’s...
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The History of Shetland Lace, Part 1 - S1Ep1
Welcome to the first episode of this new podcast from the Archaeology Podcast Network! This is the first of six episodes in the first season. Today, Rachel and Heather talk about the history of Shetland Lace. In the second half they talk about starting the shawl pattern that's the focus of this...
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History of Fabric, Pt. 2 - Ep2
Part 2!! Have you ever looked at a piece of knitting and wondered, “How did they figure out how to DO that with just two needles and string?” Whether you’re a picker or a thrower, those techniques had to come from somewhere, and their origins may surprise you. Rachel Roden and Heather Boyd look…
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History of Fabric, Pt 1 - Ep 1
Have you ever looked at a piece of knitting and wondered, “How did they figure out how to DO that with just two needles and string?” Whether you’re a picker or a thrower, those techniques had to come from somewhere, and their origins may surprise you. Rachel Roden and Heather Boyd look at…
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Introducing Historical Yarns - Ep 0
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Hosts Rachel Roden and Heather Boyd bring you a unique podcast organized by seasons. In each season you'll learn about yarn or pattern styles from around the world: where did they come from? What's the history? Then you'll be able to grab the pattern for a custom design based on the topic from either Rachel or Heather. Each episode's first half discusses history and the second half discusses the pattern.
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The Archaeology Podcast Network
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How many episodes does Historical Yarns have?
Historical Yarns currently has 11 episodes available on PodParley. New episodes are automatically indexed when they're published to the podcast feed.
What is Historical Yarns about?
Hosts Rachel Roden and Heather Boyd bring you a unique podcast organized by seasons. In each season you'll learn about yarn or pattern styles from around the world: where did they come from? What's the history? Then you'll be able to grab the pattern for a custom design based on the topic from...
How often does Historical Yarns release new episodes?
Historical Yarns has 11 episodes. Check the episode list to see recent publication dates and frequency.
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Who hosts Historical Yarns?
Historical Yarns is created and hosted by The Archaeology Podcast Network.
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