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by Sara Ingle
Hot Cakes: Unpopular Craft Opinions is all about fiber craft hot takes. Each episode hosts, Sara and Jules, discuss a hot take in the fiber industry and invite you to share yours.
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- 3 days ago1h 2m
Vanity Metrics Aren't All That
Hot Cakes Episode 23: Vanity Metrics Aren’t All ThatThis week, Sara and Jules are discussing vanity metrics (follower count, likes, etc) and how they don’t necessarily translate to success in business. And how they affect things like testing knitting/crocheting, influencer marketing, and business collaborations! thanks for tuning in!Follow Hot Cakes on Instagram!https://www.instagram.com/hotcakescraftpod/Do you have a hot take? Email us at hotcakescraftpod@gmail.com!Support the show on Ko-Fi: https://ko-fi.com/hotcakescraftpodWhere to find Jules (she/her):@juliettepecautdesignswww.juliettepecautdesigns.cominstagram.com/juliettepecautdesignsMailing list: https://juliettepecautdesigns.com/pages/subscribeWhere to find Sara (they/she):www.bostonfibercompany.cominstagram.com/bostonfibercompanyJules is wearing: Magpie Crop Top by Juliette Pécauthttps://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/magpie-crop-topJules’ WIP: Swatches for the Slow Knitting Yarn Directoryhttps://www.slow-knitting.com/yarn-directorySara is wearing:Rota Sleeveless Top by Irene Linhttps://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/rota-sleeveless-topSara’s WIP:Pattern: Simply the Vest by Juliette Pécauthttps://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/simply-the-vest-4Yarn: Lana Grossa Solo Linohttps://www.bostonfibercompany.com/products/solo-linoThings we mention:VT Sheep & Woolhttps://vtsheepandwoolfest.com/Music by Steve Ingle
- 1 weeks ago1h 3m
Viewer Hot Takes!
This week, Sara and Jules are discussing YOUR hot takes, including crochet vs knitting, influencers promoting bad patterns, test knitting woes, and whether it’s acceptable to microwave tea after it is steeped. thanks for tuning in!follow Hot Cakes on Instagram!https://www.instagram.com/hotcakescraftpod/Do you have a hot take? Email us at hotcakescraftpod@gmail.com!Support the show on Ko-Fi: https://ko-fi.com/hotcakescraftpodWhere to find Jules (she/her):@juliettepecautdesignswww.juliettepecautdesigns.cominstagram.com/juliettepecautdesignsMailing list: https://juliettepecautdesigns.com/pages/subscribeWhere to find Sara (they/she):www.bostonfibercompany.cominstagram.com/bostonfibercompanyJules is wearing: Newton Corner Top by Sophie Vekslerhttps://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/newton-corner-topJules’ WIP: Pattern: coming soon!Yarn: Ellen’s 1/2 Pint Farm Marled WoolSara’s WIP:Pattern: Simply the Vest by Juliette Pécauthttps://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/simply-the-vest-4Yarn: Noro Tensanhttps://www.bostonfibercompany.com/products/tensanThings we mention:Boston Fiber Festival — Sept 12-13https://bostonfiberfestival.com/VT Sheep & Woolhttps://vtsheepandwoolfest.com/Soolla Bag (affiliate link!)https://kelbournewoolens.com/products/soolla-studio-bags?variant=51158144188714&sca_ref=11759051.k4Wwabv9tvDeborah Knits@KnitwithDeborahErika (Grapefruit & Gardenia)@KnitKindDrift and Drape Scarfhttps://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/drift-and-drape-scarfTreasure Goddess Yarnhttps://www.treasuregoddess.com/collections/treasured-dk-luxe-yarn-baby-alpaca-silk-cashmereMusic by Steve Ingle
- 1 weeks ago1h 13m
Trans People Are More Important Than Harry Potter
This week, Sara and Jules are discussing transphobia, nostalgia, and how the craft industry can help shape public opinion. buckle up, we’re pretty fired up in this one! follow Hot Cakes on Instagram!https://www.instagram.com/hotcakescraftpod/Do you have a hot take? Email us at hotcakescraftpod@gmail.com!Support the show on Ko-Fi: https://ko-fi.com/hotcakescraftpodWhere to find Jules (she/her):@juliettepecautdesignswww.juliettepecautdesigns.cominstagram.com/juliettepecautdesignsMailing list: https://juliettepecautdesigns.com/pages/subscribeWhere to find Sara (they/she):www.bostonfibercompany.cominstagram.com/bostonfibercompanyJules is wearing: Bealtaine Tank by Juliette Pécaut in JPD Alpaca Silk Bouclehttps://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/bealtaine-tankSara is wearing:Simply the Vest by Juliette Pécaut in Urth Yarns Etesiahttps://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/simply-the-vest-4Sara’s WIP:Pattern: Flax DK by Tin Can Knitshttps://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/flax-dkYarn: East Coast Yarn Merino DKJules’ WIP: Pattern: coming soon!Yarn: Ellen’s 1/2 Pint Farm Marled WoolThings we mention:Jules’ Lumos reelshttps://www.instagram.com/p/Da0kjlBxz3L/Jules’ KISS Shawl patternhttps://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/kiss-shawl-5Boston Fiber Festival — Sept 12-13https://bostonfiberfestival.com/VT Sheep & Woolhttps://vtsheepandwoolfest.com/Music by Steve Ingle
- 1 weeks ago1h 12m
If You’re Not Size Inclusive, You’re A Bad Designer!
This week, Sara and Jules are tackling one of our favorite topics — size inclusivity! learn what it means, why it’s important, how it ties into other types of inclusivity, and how a lack of diversity persists in the fiber industry. we also just rant a bit about fatphobia and skinny culture, so if that sounds like your thing, please join us!follow Hot Cakes on Instagram!Do you have a hot take? Email us at hotcakescraftpod@gmail.com!Support the show on Ko-Fi: https://ko-fi.com/hotcakescraftpodWhere to find Jules (she/her):@juliettepecautdesignswww.juliettepecautdesigns.cominstagram.com/juliettepecautdesignsMailing list: https://juliettepecautdesigns.com/pages/subscribeWhere to find Sara (they/she):www.bostonfibercompany.cominstagram.com/bostonfibercompanyJules is wearing: Simply the Vest by Juliette Pécaut in Leading Men Fiber Arts DKSara’s WIP:Pattern: Simply the Vest by Juliette PécautYarn: Noro Tensanhttps://www.bostonfibercompany.com/products/tensanJules’ WIP: Pattern: Farasta by Juliette Pécaut (from Laine 52 Weeks of Sweaters)https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/farastaYarn: JPD Suri Silk Lace held with JPD Merino Fingering https://juliettepecautdesigns.com/products/suri-silk-lace-naturally-dyed-wool-yarnhttps://juliettepecautdesigns.com/products/merino-fingering-naturally-dyed-wool-yarnThings we mention:Ysolda’s Size Charthttps://ysolda.com/blogs/journal/ysolda-s-sizing-chart-for-knitwear-designersTian Connaughton’s Cardigans for Every Bodyhttps://www.tianconnaughton.com/cardigans-for-every-bodyBoston Fiber Festival — Sept 12-13https://bostonfiberfestival.com/Music by Steve Ingle
- 1 weeks ago59 min
Any Sweater Can Be a Rhinebeck Sweater
This week, Sara and Jules are chatting about Rhinebeck sweaters! should you knit the always popular Andrea Mowry pattern or something more unique? should you use New York wool or wool local to you? or should you just do whatever you want as long as you do it with thoughtfulness and intention?? find out what we think in this episode of Hot Cakes!follow Hot Cakes on Instagram!Do you have a hot take? Email us at hotcakescraftpod@gmail.com!Support the show on Ko-FiWhere to find Jules (she/her):@juliettepecautdesignswww.juliettepecautdesigns.cominstagram.com/juliettepecautdesignsMailing list: https://juliettepecautdesigns.com/pages/subscribeWhere to find Sara (they/she):www.bostonfibercompany.cominstagram.com/bostonfibercompanyJules is wearing: Bealtaine Tank by Juliette Pécaut in Dirty Water Dyeworks Shimmer and Ritual Dyes FaeSara is wearing:Simply the Vest by Juliette Pécaut in Urth Yarns EtesiaSara’s WIP:Pattern: Rosa Little by Along avec AnnaYarn: Anzula LuceroJules’ WIP: Pattern: Hytte by Saskie & CoYarn: Istex PlötulopiThings we mention:CatKnit PulloverHudson Valley Textile Project Sweaters for Good CampaignSoutheast New England FibershedSweaters for Good MAL (erika and melissa)Megs & Co Empire EstateSamhain SweaterIndie Untangled MarketplaceMusic by Steve Ingle
- Jul 10, 20261h 5m
Pity Marketing is Weird & Bad!
This week, Sara and Jules are discussing pity marketing — why consumers are sick of it, why it’s a bad business strategy, and what you could do instead!Follow Hot Cakes on Instagram!Do you have a hot take? Email us at hotcakescraftpod@gmail.com!Support the show on Ko-FiWhere to find Jules (she/her):@juliettepecautdesignswww.juliettepecautdesigns.cominstagram.com/juliettepecautdesignsMailing list: https://juliettepecautdesigns.com/pages/subscribeWhere to find Sara (they/she):www.bostonfibercompany.cominstagram.com/bostonfibercompanyJules’ WIP: Pattern: Farasta by Juliette Pécaut (from Laine 52 Weeks of Sweaters)Yarn: JPD Suri Silk Lace held with JPD Merino Fingering https://juliettepecautdesigns.com/products/suri-silk-lace-naturally-dyed-wool-yarnhttps://juliettepecautdesigns.com/products/merino-fingering-naturally-dyed-wool-yarnSara’s WIP:Pattern: Simply the Vest by Juliette PécautYarn: Noro TensanThings we mention:Hello Lavender oyster earringsHapBee Creative Studios stitch markersForager Fabrics KickstarterBig Up Box Yarn Truck Go Fund MeWool Works — July 18https://www.wool.works/Boston Fiber Festival — Sept 12-13https://bostonfiberfestival.com/Music by Steve Ingle
- Jun 26, 20261h 6m
Stop Devaluing "Hobby" Skills!
Hot Cakes Episode 17: Stop Devaluing “Hobby” Skills!(Episode 16 is on YouTube!) We are back from our hiatus! In this episode of Hot Cakes, Sara and Jules discuss what to expect (and what NOT to expect) from knitting/crochet patterns and classes, how skills are devalued in the fiber arts industry, and why it matters to pay artists in this capitalist hellscape. Fun!Do you have a hot take? Email us at hotcakescraftpod@gmail.com!Support the show on Ko-Fi: https://ko-fi.com/hotcakescraftpodWhere to find Jules (she/her):www.juliettepecautdesigns.cominstagram.com/juliettepecautdesignsMailing list: https://juliettepecautdesigns.com/pages/subscribeWhere to find Sara (they/she):www.bostonfibercompany.cominstagram.com/bostonfibercompanySara is wearing:Pattern: Simply the Vest V Neck by Juliette PécautYarn: Urth Yarns Etesia in “Squid”Sara’s WIP:Pattern: Bealtaine Tank by Juliette PécautYarn: Malabrigo Mora in Ravelry RedJules is wearing:Pattern: Simply the Vest V Neck by Juliette PécautYarn: Nashua Handknits IsabellaJules’ WIP: Pattern: coming soon!!Yarn: JPD Alpaca Silk Boucle dyed with cutch held with JPD Merino Fingering undyedThings we mention:Lil Bucky Bag by Leila MakesThreadloop (like Ravelry for sewing!)Wool Works — July 18Boston Fiber Festival — Sept 12-13Music by Steve Ingle
- May 1, 202650 min
Don't Collaborate With Fascists and Audience Emails!
In this episode of Hot Cakes, Sara and Jules are chatting about the importance of not collaborating with fascists (iykyk) and answering some questions and discussing hot takes from you, our lovely audience!Do you have a hot take? Email us at hotcakescraftpod@gmail.com!Support the show on Ko-Fi: https://ko-fi.com/hotcakescraftpodWhere to find Jules (she/her):www.juliettepecautdesigns.cominstagram.com/juliettepecautdesignsMailing list: https://juliettepecautdesigns.com/pages/subscribeWhere to find Sara (they/she):www.bostonfibercompany.cominstagram.com/bostonfibercompanySara is wearing:Pattern: Pressed Flowers Cardigan by Amy ChristoffersYarn: East Coast Yarn Sport and La Bien Aimee Merino SportSara’s WIP:Pattern: Simply the Vest V Neck by Juliette PécautYarn: Urth Yarns Etesia in “Squid”Jules is wearing:Pattern: Off the Grid by Juliette PécautYarn: Imperial Yarns Denali in “Sagebrush”Jules’ WIP:Pattern: unnamed variation of Simply the Vest (coming soon!) by Juliette PécautYarn: Baa Ram Ewe Woodnote DK in “Toad”Things we mention:Finish Line Socks kits: https://www.bostonfibercompany.com/products/finish-line-sock-kitsBFC Classes: https://www.bostonfibercompany.com/pages/classesMusic by Steve Ingle
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