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| Private Equity Is Ruining Everything | 06 Nov 2026 | 01:04:27 | |
Hot Cakes Episode 26: Private Equity Is Ruining the Yarn Industry this week, Sara and Jules are discussing everyone’s least favorite topic: private equity! we’re chatting about how private equity is ruining the yarn industry, from big brands like Knit Picks to the smaller companies like Knitting for Olive. 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/hotcakescraftpod Where to find Jules (she/her): @juliettepecautdesigns instagram.com/juliettepecautdesigns Mailing list: https://juliettepecautdesigns.com/pages/subscribe Where to find Sara (they/she): instagram.com/bostonfibercompany Jules is wearing: Just So Classic by Juliette Pécaut https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/just-so-classic Jules’ WIP: Pattern: a new version of an old pattern, the Winnie Tee, coming soon! Sara is wearing: Tolsta Tee by Rebecca Clow https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/tolsta-tee Sara’s WIP: Pattern: Test Knit for Alicia Plummer Music by Steve Ingle | |||
| Rhinebeck 2026 | 04 Nov 2026 | 00:14:06 | |
Hot Cakes Episode 25: Rhinebeck 2026 this week, join Sara and Jules (and GENEVIEVE!) from the car because they forgot to film their hot takes while at the actual festival. whoops! anyway 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/hotcakescraftpod Where to find Jules (she/her): @juliettepecautdesigns instagram.com/juliettepecautdesigns Mailing list: https://juliettepecautdesigns.com/pages/subscribe YouTube: @juliettepecautdesigns Where to find Sara (they/she): instagram.com/bostonfibercompany Where to find Genevieve (they/them): https://www.instagram.com/mt.gene/ Jules is wearing: Loons in Love by Juliette Pécaut https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/stupid-canadian-wolf-birds-loons-in-love-chart Sara is wearing: Tolsta Tee by Rebecca Clow https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/tolsta-tee Genevieve is wearing: Just So Classic by Juliette Pécaut https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/just-so-classic Guest hot takes from: Marny (https://www.instagram.com/supermarno), Cori (https://www.instagram.com/crochetwithcori/), Diane, and Ilana! Music by Steve Ingle | |||
| Community Doesn't Pay the Bills | 04 Nov 2026 | 01:00:10 | |
Hot Cakes Episode 24: Community Doesn’t Pay the Bills this week, Sara and Jules are discussing how creating a strong community does not necessarily lead to a thriving business, and how values-led businesses attempt to get by in this economy. thanks for tuning in! DISCLAIMER: In this episode, Sara and Jules mention the recent Boston Globe article about the Last Ditch bar in Greenfield, MA. We don’t bring it up to make fun of or punch down on fellow queer people or disabled people (especially at this time in US history when those in power benefit from pitting marginalized people against each other). We mention it because it brought to light a topic we discuss with each other frequently: a strong community does not equal a successful business. As community-oriented business owners ourselves, we feel it is important to discuss how businesses can survive in this capitalist hellscape without compromising their anti-capitalist values. We hope you enjoy this discussion! 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/hotcakescraftpod Where to find Jules (she/her): @juliettepecautdesigns instagram.com/juliettepecautdesigns Mailing list: https://juliettepecautdesigns.com/pages/subscribe Where to find Sara (they/she): instagram.com/bostonfibercompany Jules is wearing: Camp BFC Bandana by Juliette Pécaut https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/camp-bfc-bandana Jules’ WIP: Pattern: a new version of an old pattern, the Winnie Tee, coming soon! Yarn: Urth Yarns Trill https://urthyarns.com/collections/trill Sara is wearing: Simply the Vest by Juliette Pécaut https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/simply-the-vest-4 Sara’s WIP: Pattern: Bruges Cardigan Coco Amour Knitwear https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/bruges-cardigan Yarn: Cat Mountain Fibers https://yarngalleryonline.com/ Music by Steve Ingle | |||
| Vanity Metrics Aren't All That | 18 Sep 2026 | 01:02:12 | |
Hot Cakes Episode 23: Vanity Metrics Aren’t All That This 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/hotcakescraftpod Where to find Jules (she/her): @juliettepecautdesigns instagram.com/juliettepecautdesigns Mailing list: https://juliettepecautdesigns.com/pages/subscribe Where to find Sara (they/she): instagram.com/bostonfibercompany Jules is wearing: Magpie Crop Top by Juliette Pécaut https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/magpie-crop-top Jules’ WIP: Swatches for the Slow Knitting Yarn Directory https://www.slow-knitting.com/yarn-directory Sara is wearing: Rota Sleeveless Top by Irene Lin https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/rota-sleeveless-top Sara’s WIP: Pattern: Simply the Vest by Juliette Pécaut https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/simply-the-vest-4 Yarn: Lana Grossa Solo Lino https://www.bostonfibercompany.com/products/solo-lino Things we mention: VT Sheep & Wool https://vtsheepandwoolfest.com/ Music by Steve Ingle | |||
| Viewer Hot Takes! | 07 Sep 2026 | 01:03:57 | |
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/hotcakescraftpod Where to find Jules (she/her): @juliettepecautdesigns instagram.com/juliettepecautdesigns Mailing list: https://juliettepecautdesigns.com/pages/subscribe Where to find Sara (they/she): instagram.com/bostonfibercompany Jules is wearing: Newton Corner Top by Sophie Veksler https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/newton-corner-top Jules’ WIP: Pattern: coming soon! Yarn: Ellen’s 1/2 Pint Farm Marled Wool Sara’s WIP: Pattern: Simply the Vest by Juliette Pécaut https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/simply-the-vest-4 Yarn: Noro Tensan https://www.bostonfibercompany.com/products/tensan Things we mention: Boston Fiber Festival — Sept 12-13 https://bostonfiberfestival.com/ VT Sheep & Wool https://vtsheepandwoolfest.com/ Soolla Bag (affiliate link!) Deborah Knits @KnitwithDeborah Erika (Grapefruit & Gardenia) @KnitKind Drift and Drape Scarf https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/drift-and-drape-scarf Treasure Goddess Yarn https://www.treasuregoddess.com/collections/treasured-dk-luxe-yarn-baby-alpaca-silk-cashmere Music by Steve Ingle | |||
| Trans People Are More Important Than Harry Potter | 07 Sep 2026 | 01:13:30 | |
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/hotcakescraftpod Where to find Jules (she/her): @juliettepecautdesigns instagram.com/juliettepecautdesigns Mailing list: https://juliettepecautdesigns.com/pages/subscribe Where to find Sara (they/she): instagram.com/bostonfibercompany Jules is wearing: Bealtaine Tank by Juliette Pécaut in JPD Alpaca Silk Boucle https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/bealtaine-tank Sara is wearing: Simply the Vest by Juliette Pécaut in Urth Yarns Etesia https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/simply-the-vest-4 Sara’s WIP: Pattern: Flax DK by Tin Can Knits https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/flax-dk Yarn: East Coast Yarn Merino DK Jules’ WIP: Pattern: coming soon! Yarn: Ellen’s 1/2 Pint Farm Marled Wool Things we mention: Jules’ Lumos reels https://www.instagram.com/p/Da0kjlBxz3L/ Jules’ KISS Shawl pattern https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/kiss-shawl-5 Boston Fiber Festival — Sept 12-13 https://bostonfiberfestival.com/ VT Sheep & Wool https://vtsheepandwoolfest.com/ Music by Steve Ingle | |||
| Any Sweater Can Be a Rhinebeck Sweater | 07 Sep 2026 | 00:59:56 | |
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-Fi Where to find Jules (she/her): @juliettepecautdesigns instagram.com/juliettepecautdesigns Mailing list: https://juliettepecautdesigns.com/pages/subscribe Where to find Sara (they/she): instagram.com/bostonfibercompany Jules is wearing: Bealtaine Tank by Juliette Pécaut in Dirty Water Dyeworks Shimmer and Ritual Dyes Fae Sara is wearing: Simply the Vest by Juliette Pécaut in Urth Yarns Etesia Sara’s WIP: Pattern: Rosa Little by Along avec Anna Yarn: Anzula Lucero Jules’ WIP: Pattern: Hytte by Saskie & Co Yarn: Istex Plötulopi Things we mention: Hudson Valley Textile Project Sweaters for Good Campaign Southeast New England Fibershed Sweaters for Good MAL (erika and melissa) Megs & Co Empire Estate Music by Steve Ingle | |||
| If You’re Not Size Inclusive, You’re A Bad Designer! | 07 Sep 2026 | 01:12:31 | |
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/hotcakescraftpod Where to find Jules (she/her): @juliettepecautdesigns instagram.com/juliettepecautdesigns Mailing list: https://juliettepecautdesigns.com/pages/subscribe Where to find Sara (they/she): instagram.com/bostonfibercompany Jules is wearing: Simply the Vest by Juliette Pécaut in Leading Men Fiber Arts DK Sara’s WIP: Pattern: Simply the Vest by Juliette Pécaut Yarn: Noro Tensan https://www.bostonfibercompany.com/products/tensan Jules’ WIP: Pattern: Farasta by Juliette Pécaut (from Laine 52 Weeks of Sweaters) https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/farasta Yarn: JPD Suri Silk Lace held with JPD Merino Fingering https://juliettepecautdesigns.com/products/suri-silk-lace-naturally-dyed-wool-yarn https://juliettepecautdesigns.com/products/merino-fingering-naturally-dyed-wool-yarn Things we mention: Ysolda’s Size Chart https://ysolda.com/blogs/journal/ysolda-s-sizing-chart-for-knitwear-designers Tian Connaughton’s Cardigans for Every Body https://www.tianconnaughton.com/cardigans-for-every-body Boston Fiber Festival — Sept 12-13 https://bostonfiberfestival.com/ Music by Steve Ingle | |||
| Pity Marketing is Weird & Bad! | 10 Jul 2026 | 01:05:55 | |
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-Fi Where to find Jules (she/her): @juliettepecautdesigns instagram.com/juliettepecautdesigns Mailing list: https://juliettepecautdesigns.com/pages/subscribe Where to find Sara (they/she): instagram.com/bostonfibercompany Jules’ 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-yarn https://juliettepecautdesigns.com/products/merino-fingering-naturally-dyed-wool-yarn Sara’s WIP: Pattern: Simply the Vest by Juliette Pécaut Yarn: Noro Tensan Things we mention: Hello Lavender oyster earrings HapBee Creative Studios stitch markers Forager Fabrics Kickstarter Big Up Box Yarn Truck Go Fund Me Wool Works — July 18 Boston Fiber Festival — Sept 12-13 https://bostonfiberfestival.com/ Music by Steve Ingle | |||
| Stop Devaluing "Hobby" Skills! | 26 Jun 2026 | 01:06:36 | |
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/hotcakescraftpod Where to find Jules (she/her): instagram.com/juliettepecautdesigns Mailing list: https://juliettepecautdesigns.com/pages/subscribe Where to find Sara (they/she): instagram.com/bostonfibercompany Sara is wearing: Pattern: Simply the Vest V Neck by Juliette Pécaut Yarn: Urth Yarns Etesia in “Squid” Sara’s WIP: Pattern: Bealtaine Tank by Juliette Pécaut Yarn: Malabrigo Mora in Ravelry Red Jules is wearing: Pattern: Simply the Vest V Neck by Juliette Pécaut Yarn: Nashua Handknits Isabella Jules’ WIP: Pattern: coming soon!! Yarn: JPD Alpaca Silk Boucle dyed with cutch held with JPD Merino Fingering undyed Things we mention: Lil Bucky Bag by Leila Makes Threadloop (like Ravelry for sewing!) Wool Works — July 18 Boston Fiber Festival — Sept 12-13 Music by Steve Ingle | |||
| Don't Collaborate With Fascists and Audience Emails! | 01 May 2026 | 00:50:02 | |
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/hotcakescraftpod Where to find Jules (she/her): instagram.com/juliettepecautdesigns Mailing list: https://juliettepecautdesigns.com/pages/subscribe Where to find Sara (they/she): instagram.com/bostonfibercompany Sara is wearing: Pattern: Pressed Flowers Cardigan by Amy Christoffers Yarn: East Coast Yarn Sport and La Bien Aimee Merino Sport Sara’s WIP: Pattern: Simply the Vest V Neck by Juliette Pécaut Yarn: Urth Yarns Etesia in “Squid” Jules is wearing: Pattern: Off the Grid by Juliette Pécaut Yarn: Imperial Yarns Denali in “Sagebrush” Jules’ WIP: Pattern: unnamed variation of Simply the Vest (coming soon!) by Juliette Pécaut Yarn: Baa Ram Ewe Woodnote DK in “Toad” Things we mention: Finish Line Socks kits: https://www.bostonfibercompany.com/products/finish-line-sock-kits BFC Classes: https://www.bostonfibercompany.com/pages/classes Music by Steve Ingle | |||
| How Not to Run an LYS Craft Group | 27 Apr 2026 | 00:47:18 | |
SORRY THIS IS SO LATE - LOVE, SARA In this episode of Hot Cakes, Sara and Jules talk about best practices for running a crafting circle at your LYS, how to avoid alienating your customers, and how to build a sustainable and meaningful community at your shop! Do you have a hot take? Email us at hotcakescraftpod@gmail.com! Support the show on Ko-Fi: https://ko-fi.com/hotcakescraftpod Where to find Jules (she/her): instagram.com/juliettepecautdesigns Mailing list: https://juliettepecautdesigns.com/pages/subscribe Where to find Sara (they/she): instagram.com/bostonfibercompany Sara’s WIP: Pattern: Rumble Raglan by Lydia Morrow Yarn: Ex Libris Fibers Jules is wearing: Pattern: Simply the Vest V Neck by Juliette Pécaut Yarn: Junction Fiber Mill Making Tracks in Cider Doughnuts (MC) and Undyed (CC) Jules’ WIP: Pattern: Bealtaine Tank by Juliette Pécaut Yarn: JPD Alpaca Silk Boucle in Cutch Things we mention: Gore Place Sheep Shearing Festival (April 25): https://goreplace.org/sheepshearing-festival LYS Day is also April 25! Finish Line Socks kits: https://www.bostonfibercompany.com/products/finish-line-sock-kits BFC Classes: https://www.bostonfibercompany.com/pages/classes Music by Steve Ingle | |||
| Don't Monetize Your Hobby | 07 Apr 2026 | 01:10:57 | |
Hot Cakes Episode 13: Don’t Monetize Your Hobby In this episode of Hot Cakes, Sara and Jules talk about why you shouldn’t monetize your hobby and how side hustles are a terrible side effect of late-stage capitalism (from two people who have monetized their hobbies and/or have several side hustles — oops!) Do you have a hot take? Email us at hotcakescraftpod@gmail.com! Support the show on Ko-Fi: https://ko-fi.com/hotcakescraftpod Where to find Jules (she/her): instagram.com/juliettepecautdesigns Mailing list: https://juliettepecautdesigns.com/pages/subscribe Where to find Sara (they/she): instagram.com/bostonfibercompany Sara is wearing: Cardigan Pattern: Loopy Mango Rhinebeck Cardigan Cardigan Yarn: Loopy Mango Dream Sara’s WIP: Pattern: Baby Aoasta Sweater by The Knit Purl Girl Yarn: Shirsty Cat Designs Sparkle DK Jules is wearing: Pattern: Sure Thing Raglan (coming later in 2026!) by Juliette Pécaut Yarn: The Perfect Blend Yarn and Tea Shop Alpaca Jules’ WIP: Pattern: Sure Thing Raglan by Juliette Pécaut Yarn: Wooldreamers Mota Things we mention: Gore Place Sheep Shearing Festival (April 25): https://goreplace.org/sheepshearing-festival BFC Classes: https://www.bostonfibercompany.com/pages/classes Music by Steve Ingle | |||
| To Test or Not To Test | 31 Mar 2026 | 01:03:05 | |
SORRY THIS IS LATE I LOST TRACK OF TIME LOVE YOU!!!! - Sara Hot Cakes Episode 12: To Test or Not to Test In this episode of Hot Cakes, Sara and Jules discuss test knitting and crocheting! We chat about best practices, what the real goal of testing is/should be, and whether you even need to get your designs tested or not (the answer might suprise you!) Do you have a hot take? Email us at hotcakescraftpod@gmail.com! Support the show on Ko-Fi: https://ko-fi.com/hotcakescraftpod Where to find Jules (she/her): instagram.com/juliettepecautdesigns Mailing list: https://juliettepecautdesigns.com/pages/subscribe Where to find Sara (they/she): instagram.com/bostonfibercompany Sara is wearing: Tank Pattern: Rota Top by Irene Lin Tank Yarn: Unknown Cardigan Pattern: Loopy Mango Rhinebeck Cardigan Cardigan Yarn: Loopy Mango Dream Sara’s WIP: Pattern: Rumble Raglan by Lydia Morrow Yarn: Ex Libris Fibers Merino/Yak/Nylon and Anzula Merino/Yak/Silk Jules is wearing: Pattern: Hometown Harbor by Juliette Pécaut Yarn: Woolentwine Thrive Unspun and Knitting for Olive Soft Silk Mohair Jules’ WIP: Pattern: Florafetti by Juliette Pécaut (new version coming soon!) Yarn: Juliette Pécaut Designs Highland DK Things we mention: Honse Design: https://www.instagram.com/honsedesign/ Size Inclusive Collective: https://www.instagram.com/sizeinclusivecollective/ Gore Place Sheep Shearing Festival (April 25): https://goreplace.org/sheepshearing-festival BFC Classes: https://www.bostonfibercompany.com/pages/classes Music by Steve Ingle | |||
| We Judge Your Hot Takes! (Answer Your Emails) | 10 Mar 2026 | 00:44:56 | |
In this episode of Hot Cakes, Sara and Jules read emails from you, our lovely viewers/listeners, and share our opinions about your opinions! Do you have a hot take? Email us at hotcakescraftpod@gmail.com! Support the show on Ko-Fi: https://ko-fi.com/hotcakescraftpod Where to find Jules (she/her): instagram.com/juliettepecautdesigns Mailing list: https://juliettepecautdesigns.com/pages/subscribe Where to find Sara (they/she): instagram.com/bostonfibercompany Jules is wearing: Pattern: a sweater with no pattern!! yet Yarn: The Perfect Blend PBYS Alpaca Jules’ WIP: Pattern: Florafetti by Juliette Pécaut (new pattern coming soon!) Yarn: Juliette Pécaut Designs Highland DK Sara is wearing: Pattern: Tolsta Tee by Rebecca Clow Yarn: Boston Fiber Company DK Sara’s WIP: Pattern: Rumble Raglan by Lydia Morrow Yarn: Ex Libris Fibers Things we mention: Southeastern New England Fibershed: https://senefibershed.org/ Wayland Farm Fiber Day (March 8): https://www.russellsgardencenter.com/event-details/wayland-winter-farmers-market-farm-fiber-day-2026-03-08-10-30 BPM Fiber Fest (March 21-22): https://bostonpublicmarket.org/boston-public-market-fiberfest-2026/ Gore Place Sheep Shearing Festival (April 25): https://goreplace.org/sheepshearing-festival BFC Classes: https://www.bostonfibercompany.com/pages/classes Music by Steve Ingle | |||
| Episode 10: Why We're Not Worried About Pattern Copying | 20 Feb 2026 | 00:49:24 | |
Hot Cakes Episode 10: Why We’re Not Worried About Pattern Copying In this episode of Hot Cakes, Sara and Jules discuss the frequent allegations of pattern stealing/copying that crop up in the indie design world and how design inspiration and knitwear trends affect what patterns you see most often! Do you have a hot take? Email us at hotcakescraftpod@gmail.com! Support the show on Ko-Fi Where to find Jules (she/her): www.juliettepecautdesigns.com, instagram.com/juliettepecautdesigns Mailing list: https://juliettepecautdesigns.com/pages/subscribe Where to find Sara (they/she): www.bostonfibercompany.com, instagram.com/bostonfibercompany Jules is wearing: Pattern: Loons in Love by Juliette Pécaut, Yarn: Harrisville Designs Shetland Jules’ WIP: Pattern: Farasta by Juliette Pécaut, Yarn: Juliette Pécaut Designs Merino Fingering and Suri Silk Lace Sara is wearing: Pattern: Vacation Vest by Park Williams, Yarn: Junkyarn Cotton Sara’s WIP: Pattern: Upstream Sweater by Alice Hoyle, Yarn: Upland Fiber Co Cor Worsted Things we mention: Hot Cakes Episode 2 — Stealing Patterns is Not Cool Patty Lyons What the Flip trick Southeastern New England Fibershed Wayland Farm Fiber Day (March 8) Gore Place Sheep Shearing Festival (April 25) BFC Classes and Yarn Tasting with Cascade Yarns Music by Steve Ingle | |||
| Hot Cakes Episode 9: Audience comments! | 06 Feb 2026 | 00:59:48 | |
Hot Cakes Episode 9: Audience comments! In this episode of Hot Cakes, Sara and Jules are catching up after our hiatus and responding to some YouTube comments from you, our lovely subscribers! Do you have a hot take? Email us at hotcakescraftpod@gmail.com! Support the show on Ko-Fi: https://ko-fi.com/hotcakescraftpod Where to find Jules (she/her): instagram.com/juliettepecautdesigns Mailing list: https://juliettepecautdesigns.com/pages/subscribe Where to find Sara (they/she): instagram.com/bostonfibercompany Jules is wearing: Pattern: Samhain Sweater by Juliette Pécaut Yarn: Megs and Co Empire Estate DK Jules’ WIP: Pattern: Loons in Love (free chart by Juliette Pécaut) Yarn: Harrisville Designs Shetland Sara is wearing: Pattern: Astrid Sweater by Knitting for Olive Yarn: East Coast Yarn Suri held with East Coast Yarn Sock Sara’s WIP: Pattern: Farasta by Juliette Pécaut Yarn: Kelbourne Woolens Cricket held with Knitten Word Velnias Things we mention: NE Knits podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@neknits JPD Video Diary: https://www.youtube.com/@juliettepecautdesigns Music by Steve Ingle | |||
| Rhinebeck Edition! | 03 Nov 2025 | 00:08:32 | |
Hot Cakes Episode 8: Rhinebeck Edition! In this episode of Hot Cakes, Sara and Jules are recording from the New York Sheep and Wool Festival in Rhinebeck! We give you our Rhinebeck hot takes, discuss what we’re wearing and making, and if you stay to the end, there’s a special guest appearance from Sara’s niece Jeannie! Do you have a hot take? Email us at hotcakescraftpod@gmail.com! Support the show on Ko-Fi: https://ko-fi.com/hotcakescraftpod Where to find Jules (she/her): instagram.com/juliettepecautdesigns Mailing list: https://juliettepecautdesigns.com/pages/subscribe Where to find Sara (they/she): instagram.com/bostonfibercompany Jules is wearing: Pattern: an upcoming pattern (do you have a name suggestion? drop it in the comments below!) Yarn: Knit Picks City Tweed DK in “Toad” Jules’ WIP: Pattern: a lace-weight triangle scarf that may or may not become a pattern Yarn: Knit Picks Alpaca Lace Cloud in “Lydia” Sara is wearing: Pattern: Simply the Vest by Juliette Pécaut Designs: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/simply-the-vest-4 Yarn: Moondrake Fuwa Fuwa Brushed Cashmere Sara’s WIP: Pattern: Upstream Sweater by Alice Hoyle: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/upstream-sweater Yarn: Upland Fiber Co Cor Worsted in “Flock” Things we mention: CatKnit Pullover by Andrea Rangel: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/catknit-pullover Music by Steve Ingle | |||
| Hot Cakes Episode 7: Yarn Shop Owners — Don’t Be A B*tch! | 03 Aug 2025 | 01:00:35 | |
In this episode of Hot Cakes, Sara and Jules talk about customer service, yarn shop drama, and the importance of building a community! Do you have a hot take? Email us at hotcakescraftpod@gmail.com! Support the show on Ko-Fi: https://ko-fi.com/hotcakescraftpod Where to find Jules (she/her): www.juliettepecautdesigns.com instagram.com/juliettepecautdesigns Mailing list: https://juliettepecautdesigns.com/pages/subscribe Where to find Sara (they/she): www.bostonfibercompany.com instagram.com/bostonfibercompany Jules is wearing: Pattern: Bealtaine Tank by Juliette Pécaut Designs: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/bealtaine-tank Yarn: Dirty Water Dye Works Shimmer in “Persimmon” and Ritual Dyes Fae in “Chanterelle” Jules’ WIP: Pattern: a new design by yours truly! Coming soon! Yarn: Megs & Co Yarn Empire Estate in “Pumpkin Spice” and “Bare Naked” Sara is wearing: Pattern: Bealtaine Tank by Juliette Pécaut Designs: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/bealtaine-tank Yarn: La Bien Aimee Silk Tweed and unknown mohair from stash Sara’s WIP: Pattern: Lento Sweater by Jonna Helin: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/lento Yarn: Clockwork Fiber Suri Cotton Merino and Teal Torch Knits Sock Things we mention: Astrid Sweater: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/astrid-sweater-3 Djo Sweater: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/djo Boston Fiber Festival: https://www.bostonfibercompany.com/pages/boston-fiber-festival Somerville Yart Sale: https://somervilleartscouncil.org/yart-sale/ Old Sturbridge Village Traditions in Trades Artisan Showcase: https://www.osv.org/event/traditions-in-trades-artisan-showcase/ Pints and Purls on the Greenway: https://www.instagram.com/p/DM0xz9VS7YW/?img_index=1 Music by Steve Ingle | |||
| Hot Cakes Episode 6: Happy Christmas In July! | 05 Jul 2025 | 01:00:06 | |
Hot Cakes Episode 6: Christmas in July! In this episode of Hot Cakes, Sara and Jules are talking all things Christmas in July! We’ve got a makealong and an IRL party to celebrate later this month, but for now join us as we chat about the history of Chrismas in July, discuss the merits of gift knitting, and argue about what the best Muppet movie is! Do you have a hot take? Email us at hotcakescraftpod@gmail.com! Support the show on Ko-Fi: https://ko-fi.com/hotcakescraftpod Where to find Jules (she/her): instagram.com/juliettepecautdesigns Mailing list: https://juliettepecautdesigns.com/pages/subscribe Where to find Sara (they/she): instagram.com/bostonfibercompany Jules is Wearing: Pattern: Newton Corner Top by Sophie Veksler: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/newton-corner-top Yarn: Manos del Uruguay Feliz in “Mulberry” Jules’ WIP: Pattern: Just So Classic by Juliette Pécaut (currently being rewritten, stay tuned for it’s re-release!) Yarn: Loopy Mango Dream in “Bordeaux” Sara’s WIP: Pattern: TAATTU Socks by Juliette Pécaut: https://juliettepecautdesigns.com/products/taattu-socks-formula-knitting-pattern Yarn: Bumblebee Acres Farm SW Merino DK We’re both wearing Paper Crowns from the new Yuletide collection: https://juliettepecautdesigns.com/products/yuletide-paper-crown-knitting-pattern Things we mention: Jules’s Yuletide collection is here! https://juliettepecautdesigns.com/collections/yuletide Join the Xmas in July MAL: https://www.instagram.com/p/DLVgRC6pbWF/?img_index=1 BFC’s Lord of the Rings yarn collection is here! https://www.bostonfibercompany.com/products/lord-of-the-rings-collection-mini-sets LUCE: Immigrant Justice Network of Massachusetts: https://www.lucemass.org/ Music by Steve Ingle | |||
| Hot Cakes Episode 5: AI is rotting our brains | 13 Jun 2025 | 00:50:19 | |
Hot Cakes Episode 5: AI is rotting our brains In this episode of Hot Cakes, Sara and Jules discuss why you shouldn’t use generative AI if you support artists and want to be able to think for yourself, knitting socks, the lies told about wool in the NYT mini crossword puzzle, and why Ireland is the best country in the world! Join us for our hot takes! Do you have a hot take? Email us at hotcakescraftpod@gmail.com! Support the show on Ko-Fi Where to find Jules (she/her): www.juliettepecautdesigns.com, instagram.com/juliettepecautdesigns Mailing list: https://juliettepecautdesigns.com/pages/subscribe Where to find Sara (they/she): www.bostonfibercompany.com, instagram.com/bostonfibercompany Jules is Wearing: Pattern: Bealtaine Tank by Juliette Pécaut Yarn: Ritual Dyes Fae in “Chanterelle” Dirty Water Dye Works Shimmer in “Persimmon” Jules’ WIP: Pattern: TAATTU Socks by Juliette Pécaut Yarn: Juliette Pécaut Designs Highland Sport Sara is Wearing: Pattern: Umbria Summer Top by Cookie the Knitter Yarn: Great Adirondack Yarn Company Organic Cotton Fingering Weight Sara’s WIP: Pattern: TAATTU Socks by Juliette Pécaut Yarn: Fiber Cat Yarns mini skein set Things we mention: Commons Earth post - AI Is Killing Community Stay tuned for the JPD x BFC Christmas in July MAL and party!! Music by Steve Ingle | |||
| Hot Cakes Episode 4: live from h+h americas! | 28 May 2025 | 00:11:23 | |
Hot Cakes Episode 4: live from h+h americas! On this episode of Hot Cakes, Sara and Jules are interviewing fellow fiber industry folks at h+h americas in Chicago! We’ve got takes on everything from yellow yarn to Chicago-style pizza, and we’re even questioning if we really went to Chicago at all. Come check out our hottest takes from our favorite fiber and craft trade show! Contributors: Corrin (she/they) i knit u knot Jill (she/her) Knit Sisu Jillian (she/her) Islay’s Terrace Whitney (she/her) WLS Makes Stuff Meg (she/her) Megs & Co Yarn Tiff (she/her) Stitches by Tiff Naomi (she/her) Kelbourne Woolens Lisa (she/her) This is Knit Jenny (she/her) Townhouse Yarns https://thisisknit.ie/pages/townhouse-yarns Do you have a hot take? Email us at hotcakescraftpod@gmail.com! Support the show on Ko-Fi: https://ko-fi.com/hotcakescraftpod Where to find Jules (she/her): instagram.com/juliettepecautdesigns Mailing list: https://juliettepecautdesigns.com/pages/subscribe Where to find Sara (they/she): instagram.com/bostonfibercompany Music by Steve Ingle | |||
| Hot Cakes Episode 3: Stop Judging People for Their Color & Style Choices | 25 Apr 2025 | 00:49:58 | |
Hot Cakes Episode 3: Stop Judging People for Their Color & Style Choices On this episode of Hot Cakes, Sara and Jules are discussing color and style choices in the fiber arts and why you shouldn't judge people for their crafting preferences! We also take some tangents on Christmas, Poker-themed sweaters, and how much JK Rowling sucks. Join us for our hot takes! Do you have a hot take? Email us at hotcakescraftpod@gmail.com! Support the show on Ko-Fi: https://ko-fi.com/hotcakescraftpod Where to find Jules (she/her): instagram.com/juliettepecautdesigns Mailing list: https://juliettepecautdesigns.com/pages/subscribe Where to find Sara (she/they): instagram.com/bostonfibercompany Jules is Wearing: Pattern: Bealtaine Tank (coming May 1!) by Juliette Pécaut Designs Yarn: Ritual Dyes Fae in “Chanterelle” https://ritualdyes.com/products/fae-ready-to-ship-kid-mohair-silk-lace-weight Dirty Water Dye Works Shimmer in “Persimmon” https://dirtywaterdyeworks.com/shimmer.html Jules’ WIP: Pattern: Christmas stocking by Juliette Pécaut Designs (pattern coming in June/July 2025!) Yarn: Knit Picks Palette in Garnet Heather held double http://shrsl.com/4vusq Sara is Wearing: Pattern: Rota Sleeveless Top by Irene Lin: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/rota-sleeveless-top Yarn: Unknown! Sara’s WIP: Pattern: Weslyn Dress by Taiga Hilliard https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/weslynn Yarn: La Bien Aimee Silk Tweed: https://www.labienaimee.com/products/silk-tweed People and things we mention: the Lava Flow Shawl https://juliettepecautdesigns.com/products/lava-flow-shawl-knitting-pattern designed for Wild Violet Fibers Alpaca Silk Cashmere base https://wildvioletfibers.com/collections/frontpage/Alpaca Pressed Flowers Cardigan (the cardigan Sara left in the car) https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/pressed-flowers-cardigan-2 Music by Steve Ingle | |||
| Hot Cakes Episode 2: Stealing Patterns is Not Cool | 05 Apr 2025 | 01:02:57 | |
Do you have a hot take? Email us at hotcakescraftpod@gmail.com! Support the show on Ko-Fi: https://ko-fi.com/hotcakescraftpod Where to find Jules (she/her): instagram.com/juliettepecautdesigns Mailing list: https://juliettepecautdesigns.com/pages/subscribe Where to find Sara (they/she): instagram.com/bostonfibercompany Music by Steve Ingle Check out the rest of our show notes on our You Tube | |||
| Hot Cakes Episode 1: You Don't Need All That Yarn | 07 Mar 2025 | 00:47:53 | |
Do you have a hot take? Email us at hotcakescraftpod@gmail.com! Support the show on Ko-Fi: https://ko-fi.com/hotcakescraftpod Where to find Jules (she/her): www.juliettepecautdesigns.com instagram.com/juliettepecautdesigns Mailing list: https://juliettepecautdesigns.com/pages/subscribe Jules’ WIP: Pattern: TAATTU Socks by Juliette Pécaut Designs Yarn: Garthenor Snowdonia Sock in Brythdir Jules is Wearing: Pattern: Hometown Harbor by Juliette Pécaut Designs Yarn: Woolentwine Thrive in Rye and Knitting for Olive Soft Silk Mohair in Bark Where to find Sara (they/she): www.bostonfibercompany.com instagram.com/bostonfibercompany Sara’s WIP: Pattern: Cottage Core Crop by Kate Gardin (discontinued) Yarn: East Coast Yarn Company Classic Fingering in Salem Sara is Wearing: Simply the Vest by Juliette Pécaut Designs Yarn: Moondrake Fuwa Fuwa Brushed Cashmere Music by Steve Ingle | |||