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The SweetGeorgia Show
by Felicia Lo: Founder & Creative Director of SweetGeorgia Yarns
Join Felicia Lo, founder of SweetGeorgia Yarns, as she explores the sweet spot between craft, creativity, and colour together with some of the most inspiring knitters, spinners, designers, shop owners, and makers in this handmade community.
Episodes
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The SweetGeorgia Show // S6 E14: Steve Ashton
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the SweetGeorgia Show, Felicia speaks with Steve Ashton, known as the Wizard of BC within the CSM Knitting Society. He wrote CSM 911, serving as a manual for circular sock knitting. Together, they discuss the craft, its history, and their shared enthusiasm for...
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The SweetGeorgia Show // S6 E13: Patty Lyons
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the SweetGeorgia Show, Felicia welcomes back internationally renowned knitting instructor and designer Patty Lyons. Since Patty’s first appearance on the show in 2017, so much has changed. She has gone on to write multiple books, including her upcoming title,...
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The SweetGeorgia Show // S6 E12: Charlotte Lee
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the SweetGeorgia Show, Felicia sits down with Charlotte Lee, who has been part of the SweetGeorgia family for more than 10 years. From dyeing our yarns and helping keep the studio running smoothly to carefully checking every skein that leaves our doors…
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The SweetGeorgia Show // S6 E11: Nine Ten Publications / Kim Werker
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the SweetGeorgia Show, Felicia has a conversation with Kim Werker about books for makers, how things are made, and why that matters today. Kim returns to the show to share her journey of building Nine Ten Publications, an independent Canadian publishing house,...
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The SweetGeorgia Show // S6 E10: Mary Martin
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the SweetGeorgia Show, Felicia sits down with Mary W. Martin, a Toronto-based designer who has developed three truly original knitting techniques. These approaches offer entirely new ways of constructing fabric with yarn and needles. She is the creator of…
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The SweetGeorgia Show // S6 E9: The Grocery Girls
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of SweetGeorgia Show, Felicia sits down with Tracie and Jodi, the sisters behind Grocery Girls, to talk about their journey from casual kitchen table chats in Edmonton to building a vibrant global knitting community. They share how it all began, what has shaped...
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The SweetGeorgia Show // S6 E8: Daryl Lancaster
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the SweetGeorgia Show, Felicia speaks with Daryl Lancaster. Together, they discuss what it means to use handwoven fabric in garments, share their knowledge and connect with the community. Their love of exploring creative curiosities is inspiring! Find Show…
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The SweetGeorgia Show // S6 E7: Melissa Goulet / Melly Knits
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the SweetGeorgia Show, Felicia speaks with Melissa Goulet, most commonly known in the fibre arts as Melly. Together, they speak about their love of raw fibre, sheep breeds, spinning, and exploring blends through fibre preparation. Find Show Notes, Links & More:...
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The SweetGeorgia Show // S6 E6: Robyn Gibbons
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the SweetGeorgia Show, Felicia Lo speaks with our School of SweetGeorgia moderator, Robyn Gibbons. Together, they discuss Robyn's journey in the fibre arts from knitting and crocheting to weaving and spinning. Robyn also shares her philosophy on how we can't...
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The SweetGeorgia Show // S6 E5: Kymona Tracey
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the SweetGeorgia Show, Felicia Lo speaks with Kymona Tracey about her multicraftual life. They explore everything from paper crafts and woodworking to weaving and punch needle. Kymona shares how she manages her tools, stash, and most importantly, her time. Find...
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The SweetGeorgia Show // S6 E4: Angie Parker
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the SweetGeorgia Show, Felicia speaks with hand-weaver and author Angie Parker. They discuss their love for unapologetic colour, handwoven items for the home, and the release of Angie's book, Krokbragd: Contemporary Weaving with Colour. Angie started weaving in...
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The SweetGeorgia Show // S6 E3: Greta Cornejo
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the SweetGeorgia Show, Felicia Lo speaks with School of SweetGeorgia Education Program Manager and friend, Greta Cornejo. Together, they talk about spinning, fibre preparation, community, and all things fibre arts. Greta Cornejo started with the School of...
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The SweetGeorgia Show // S6 E2: Barb Barone
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the SweetGeorgia Show, Felicia Lo sits down with Barb Barone of Yarniversity, a passionate knitting machine instructor. Together, they share their love for this versatile tool and how it beautifully complements hand-knitting while expanding what is possible in...
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The SweetGeorgia Show // S6 E1: Dave Giles // Daedalus Spinning Wheels
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the SweetGeorgia show, we kick off the new season with David Giles from Daedalus Spinning Wheels. David shares the story of how Daedalus Spinning Wheels began and how a blend of engineering, curiosity, and care for makers led to a fresh approach to spinning...
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S5 E17 Spinning and Fibre Artist Heavenly Bresser
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The SweetGeorgia Show, Felicia Lo speaks with Heavenly Bresser, an accomplished fibre artist known for her expertise in spinning, knitting, and teaching. They discuss Heavenly's creative journey, the importance of community in fibre arts, and her passion for...
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S5 E16 Grayson Erlbacher of Erlbacher Knitting Machines
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The SweetGeorgia Show, host Felicia welcomes Grayson Erlbacher, the general manager of Erlbacher Knitting Machines. They discuss the vibrant community surrounding circular sock knitting, the importance of events like the crank-in, and the history and evolution…
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S5 E15 Inkle & Band Weaving with Andrew Bryson
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The SweetGeorgia Show, host Felicia Lo interviews Andrew Bryson, a passionate weaver and teacher, who shares his journey into the world of inkle and tablet weaving. Andrew discusses his background in fibre arts, the intricacies of different weaving techniques,...
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S5 E14 Celebrating 20 years of SweetGeorgia Yarns, the School of SweetGeorgia, and our Community
Send us Fan Mail Join Felicia Lo from SweetGeorgia Yarns as she reflects on the company's upcoming anniversary! September 2025 marks 20 years since its humble beginnings, starting with hand-dyed yarns made right at her dining room table. Felicia shares her amazement at how quickly time has flown…
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S5 E13 Amanda & Fiona of Knit Social: A Decade of Growth & Community
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the SweetGeorgia Show, Felicia Lo speaks with Fiona McLean and Amanda Milne of Knit Social about the evolution of Knit City over the past decade, the challenges faced during the pandemic, and the exciting expansion of their events to new locations. They discuss...
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S5 E12: Crochet Designer Britt Garber of KnotBadBritt & the Makers of the Color Collective
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the SweetGeorgia Show, Felicia Lo speaks with Britt Garber, a designer and advocate in the crochet community. They discuss Britt's journey into crochet, her design philosophy, the importance of community, and her initiatives like the Makers of Color Collective....
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S5 E11: The Art of Spinning: A Journey with Evie Schwartz (Jillian Eve)
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The SweetGeorgia Show, Felicia Lo speaks with Evie Schwartz, a multifaceted fibre artist whose path has taken her from accidental yarn making to intentional spinning and weaving. They talk about Evie’s creative evolution, her love for historical textiles, and…
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S5 E10: Star Athena and the Origin Story of Tour de Fleece
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The SweetGeorgia Show, host Felicia Lo speaks with Star Athena, a multicraftual creative and founder of the Tour de Fleece. They explore Star’s journey through the fibre arts, her experiences across different crafts, and how the Tour de Fleece grew from a small...
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S5 E9: The Story of Gealach Fola Acres with Vic & Amber Mazza
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the SweetGeorgia Show, Felicia Lo speaks with Victor and Amber Mazza, founders of Gealach Fola Acres, about their transition from military service to becoming first-generation farmers and textile producers. They share their experiences in the Navy, their deep...
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S5 E8: Explore Weaving with Lisa Graves of Kawartha Weaving & WEFT Magazine
Send us Fan Mail In this week’s episode, Felicia chats with Lisa Graves, co-founder and editor-in-chief of Weft Magazine. Together, they talk about how the magazine began, how it's structured, and what kinds of topics readers can look forward to. They also dive into the value of weaving…
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S5 E7: Inside the World of CSMs with Celeste Angello
Send us Fan Mail In this week's episode, we are excited to welcome Celeste Angello, known as the Cranky Spinster, about her journey into the world of circular sock knitting machines (CSM). They discuss the importance of community, the process of restoring antique machines, and tips for beginners...
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S5 E6: The Evolution of Knitty & Community with Amy Sadler
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The SweetGeorgia Show, Felicia Lo chats with Amy Sadler, editor of Knitty.com, the longest-running free knitting magazine online. They talk about how Knitty got started, Amy’s path through the knitting world, and how both the magazine and the community have...
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S5 E5: Community, Culture & Inclusivity with Knitwear Designer Aimee Sher
Send us Fan Mail Designer Aimee Sher joins Felicia Lo for an inspiring conversation about creativity, inclusivity, and the evolution of modern knitting. Aimee shares her journey from knitter to designer, offering a behind-the-scenes look at her thoughtful design process, her commitment to...
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S5 E4: Ergonomics for Comfortable Crafting with Physical Therapist Andrea Lui
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The SweetGeorgia Show, Felicia Lo welcomes Andrea Lui for a thoughtful conversation about crafting and health. Together, they explore the importance of ergonomics while we craft and share preventive measures to help ensure many years of comfortable, joyful...
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S5 E3: Weaving a Stronger Community with Radical Weavers (Mairi Breslin & Peter Dickie)
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Sweet Georgia Show, Felicia explores the work of Radical Weavers, a community weaving studio in Stirling, Scotland. Founded by Mairi Breslin, the studio supports young adults from disadvantaged backgrounds through weaving workshops and inclusive teaching...
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S5 E2: Ease Grief, Create Community, Inspire Generosity with Loose Ends (Masey Kaplan and Jen Simonic)
Send us Fan Mail Loose Ends is an everyone-is-welcome movement that aims to ease grief, create community, and inspire generosity by matching volunteer handwork finishers with textile projects people have left undone due to death or disability. In this conversation, Felicia Lo speaks with Masey...
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Season 5, Episode 1: Welcome Back to the SweetGeorgia Show
Send us Fan Mail The SweetGeorgia Show is set to return with a fresh perspective, aiming to explore the deeper intentions behind crafting. This isn't just a podcast about textiles and handcrafts; it's a conversation about the innovation and identity that these crafts represent. We want to...
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Episode 097: The Encouraging, Passionate Spinning Teacher with Debbie Held
Send us Fan Mail This week Felicia is talking with writer and spinner: Debbie Held from Atlanta, Georgia. If you've been following our news at SweetGeorgia this year we created a brand new Ambassador Program this past August and introduced nine people in the knitting and fibre arts world to help...
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Episode 096: Finding Playful Joy and Purpose Through Knitting with Claudia Gossens
Send us Fan Mail This week on the show, Felicia is chatting with Claudia Gossens: the owner of the yarn shop Lanaphilia in Germany. Claudia has a joyful passion and excitement for yarn, fibre, knitting, and colour in everything she does and recently began sharing her experiences on her podcast:...
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Episode 095: Organizing your Knitting and Life with the Knitter's Planner
Send us Fan Mail This week, Felicia is joined by Kara Gott Warner and Stephanie Palmer of The Knitter's Planner. Kara has been on our show not once, but twice before, as she is the former editor of Creative Knitting Magazine and is now the host of the Power Purls Podcast. She is also a coach for...
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Episode 094: Building the Craft Industry Alliance with Abby Glassenberg
Send us Fan Mail This week on the show, Felicia is chatting with Abby Glassenberg: a sewing pattern designer, craft book author, writer, and teacher. Since 2005 she's been writing a blog called While She Naps: which is about the home sewing industry and creative entrepreneurship with a focus on...
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093: Teaching the World to Weave with Kelly Casanova
Send us Fan Mail This week Felicia is joined by weaver, teacher, and designer: Kelly Casanova, from Melbourne Australia. Kelly runs an online weaving school called: Kelly Casanova Weaving Lessons and has been working tirelessly to create ongoing weaving instruction, initially with a rigid heddle...
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Episode 092: Cameron Taylor-Brown and the Art of Teaching
Send us Fan Mail This week on the show, Felicia is talking with Cameron Taylor-Brown: an artist, weaver, and educator. Cameron studied fibre arts at the University of California, Berkeley with Ed Rossbach and then textile design at the Philadelphia College of Textiles and Science. Since 1985…
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091: Weaving up New Dreams with Angela Smith
Send us Fan Mail This week on the show Felicia is joined by Angela Smith, the founder and creative director of Purl & Loop. Felicia has mentioned Purl & Loop many times before on the SweetGeorgia YouTube channel because, as an avid weaver, she is a huge fan of their looms. Please join Felicia and...
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Episode 090: Photographing Knitwear with Abbye Dahl
Send us Fan Mail This week on the show, Felicia chats with Abbye Dahl: a Vancouver-based knitwear designer and professional photographer. Abbye is no stranger to SweetGeorgia Yarns as she created a collection of hat patterns using our yarns called: Cloche Knits. Abbye has also designed a…
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089: Spinning up a Storm with Spincycle Yarns
Send us Fan Mail This week, Felicia is chatting with Rachel Price and Kate Burge of Spincycle Yarns. Spincycle Yarns is a very unique yarn company as they create small batch mill-spun yarn, spun from fibre that they hand dye so the yarns look and feel like handspun! You have probably seen…
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088: Textile Art with Mariana Frochtengarten
Send us Fan Mail This week, Felicia is joined on the show by Mariana Frochtengarten: a textile artist and art educator with an extensive background in dyeing. Specifically, she's had more than 20 years of experience in resists dyeing techniques like batik and shibori. A few years ago, Mariana...
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087: Exploring Norwegian Colourwork Knitting with Eli of Skeindeer Knits
Send us Fan Mail On this week's episode, Felicia is chatting with Eli: a London-based Norwegian knitting pattern designer highly influenced by traditional Norwegian knitting. She is also the hostess of the Skeindeer Knits podcast and has published over 100 episodes! Join Felicia and Eli as they...
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086: Benjamin Krudwig on the Millenial Myth
Send us Fan Mail This week Felicia welcomes Benjamin Krudwig: a textile and fashion designer from Lafayette, Colorado. Benjamin teaches tapestry and rigid heddle weaving in shops along the Colorado front range. When he isn't designing, he's spending time with his wife and two cats! Join Felicia…
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085: Weaving with Meaning with Sarah Resnick of GIST Yarn & Fibre
Send us Fan Mail This week, Felicia is talking with Sarah Resnick, the founder of GIST Yarn & Fibre: a little shop dedicated to providing beautiful and unusual yarn and weaving supplies to inspire the community of weavers. Join Felicia and Sarah as they discuss the resurgence of weaving within…
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084: Slow Fibre in a Fast World with Katrina Stewart
Send us Fan Mail This week, Felicia has a special in-studio guest: Katrina Stewart of Crafty Jak's. Crafty Jak's was founded by the mother-daughter team of Judi and Katrina as a way to share the things that they love about crafts and the fibre arts such as hand-dyed yarns, as well as hand-dyed…
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083: Sustainable and Slow Yarns with Nomad Noos
Send us Fan Mail This week Felicia welcomes Coty Jeronimus to The SweetGeorgia Show. Coty is one of the co-founders of Nomad Noos: a new mission-driven luxury yarn company that is dedicated to the concept of slow cloth and slow fashion. Coty and her co-founder Alessandra work to bring handspun,...
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082: Crafting a Creative Business with Hanna Lisa Haferkamp
Send us Fan Mail This week Felicia is chatting with Hanna Lisa Haferkamp who runs HLH Designs: a project bag and knitting tool company. Alongside HLH, Hanna Lisa also runs a successful coaching practice for creative business owners and co-founded and currently runs Making Stories: an independent...
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081: Finding Your Colour Courage with Tien Chiu
Send us Fan Mail Our guest this week is Tien Chiu: a master weaver and (in Tien’s own words) a “certified colour nut”. Tien’s work has been exhibited in museums and featured on the cover of Handwoven magazine. She’s the author of Master Your Craft: Strategies for Designing, Making, and Selling...
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080: Cakes, Colourwork, and Vikings with Dianna Walla
Send us Fan Mail This week, Felicia is chatting with Dianna Walla, a knitwear designer currently based in Montreal, Canada. Originally from the United States, Dianna has also lived in Northern Norway for 2 years. The nordic region continues to have a strong influence on her work and she is...
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079: Street Fashion and Modern Colour in Knitwear Design with Caitlin Hunter
Send us Fan Mail This week, Felicia is chatting with Caitlin Hunter. Caitlin runs her own knitwear design company called Boyland Knitworks and lives in Oregon with her husband and three boys. Caitlin has a degree in apparel design and manufacturing and worked as a designer in the traditional...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Join Felicia Lo, founder of SweetGeorgia Yarns, as she explores the sweet spot between craft, creativity, and colour together with some of the most inspiring knitters, spinners, designers, shop owners, and makers in this handmade community.
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Felicia Lo: Founder & Creative Director of SweetGeorgia Yarns
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Join Felicia Lo, founder of SweetGeorgia Yarns, as she explores the sweet spot between craft, creativity, and colour together with some of the most inspiring knitters, spinners, designers, shop owners, and makers in this handmade community.
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