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| Millcast Episdoe 203: Vermont Sheep & Wool Festival and Smuggler's Notch | 06 Oct 2026 | 00:20:31 | |
Join us on the Millcast this week for a look around the Vermont Sheep and Wool Festival, our Knit Along meet-up, and a few of our favorite festival moments! Thanks so much to everyone who stopped by and said hi! Mentioned in the Millcast:
Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro 02:50 - Knit Along progress 06:37 - Vermont Sheep & Wool Festival 11:38 - Knit Along meet-up 14:40 - Smuggler’s Notch is available online at 10am ET today! 16:42 - Sneak peek of Jacob Twist 3-Ply coming next Tuesday at 10am! 19:21 - Upcoming Events | |||
| Millcast Episode 202: Cauldron & Candy Bundles | 29 Sep 2026 | 00:29:30 | |
We have something spooky in store for you this week!🧙🏻♀️ Peggy’s back from Scotland, and we’re enjoying the cooler weather and watching the leaves change here in Vermont. Join us for a peek behind-the-scenes as Junction Fiber Mill prepares for the upcoming fiber festivals! Mentioned in the Millcast:
Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro 00:14 - Welcome back Peggy! 03:58 - Fall is here 07:57 - What Peggy’s Wearing 10:03 - Knit Along Update 13:18 - What Amanda’s reading 17:00 - Cauldron Bundles 19:52 - Mill Tour 23:54 - Smuggler’s Notch Sneak Peek 26:14 - Upcoming Events 27:08 - Meet up this week at VT Sheep & Wool Festival! Saturday at 2pm | |||
| Millcast Episode 201: Hunting Season DK | 22 Sep 2026 | 00:38:16 | |
The weather’s getting cooler, but we thought we’d brighten things up with Hunting Season Orange and Pink. Both of these fluorescent fibers are sure to get you seen from afar, whether you’re out in the woods, or at the fiber festivals! This week we have a special guest: the Junction Fiber Mill team’s most prolific knitter, Liz! She’s sharing her extensive collection of knitting project bags and notions. If you’re looking for tried-and-tested recommendations, Liz is your girl! Mentioned in the Millcast:
Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro 01:58 - What We’re Wearing 02:39 - Holiday Boxes sold faster than expected! 03:42 - What Liz is knitting 05:33 - Knit Along update 07:39 - Hunting Season Orange and Pink! 10:20 - Mill Tour 16:16 - Liz’s project bag review 25:22 - Liz's favorite knitting notions 33:31 - Liz’s Festival Tips 36:45 - Upcoming Events | |||
| Millcast Episode 200 | 15 Sep 2026 | 00:32:22 | |
Tune-in this week for the 200th episode of the Millcast! Catch up with Peggy and Amanda, and wish Peggy Bon Voyage before her trip to Scotland! Plus, check out the beautifully-curated Vermont goodies in this year’s Holiday Box. Mentioned in the Millcast:
Timestamps: 00:00 - Congratulations on 200 episodes of the Millcast🎉 00:30 - What Amanda’s Wearing 02:06 - Peggy’s weekend 03:27 - Amanda’s weekend 04:38 - Peggy’s upcoming trip 06:00 - Knit Along Update 11:32 - Thank you for your continued support! 14:55 - Holiday Box presale is open! 26:40 - Mill Tour 30:32 - Upcoming Events | |||
| Millcast Episode 199: Savage Hart Farm | 08 Sep 2026 | 00:40:50 | |
We’ve been waiting all year for this! This year’s batch of Savage Hart Farm yarn is finally ready! We have a limited supply of this super-special yarn from Peggy’s sheep, spun in three beautiful undyed shades. Plus tune in for an important update on Junction Fiber Mill’s wool source. Mentioned in the Millcast:
Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro 00:14 - Sweater weather has arrived in VT 00:35 - What Amanda’s Wearing 01:18 - Peggy’s weekend trip recap 02:35 - Happy Anniversary to Amanda and Cody! 05:31 - Knit Along Update 08:50 - What Amanda’s Reading 10:35 - What Peggy’s Reading 12:43 - Savage Hart Farm yarn is here! 14:41 - Footage from Savage Hart Farm 17:58 - New wool announcement 30:57 - Mill Tour 35:59 - Other Mill news 38:33 - Upcoming Events and Festivals | |||
| Millcast Episode 198: Making Tracks Lite: Stormcloud | 01 Sep 2026 | 00:27:37 | |
Catch up with Peggy and Amanda after an eventful week, and check out our new Making Tracks Lite: Stormcloud. This moody neutral colorway was a fan favorite at our retreat this summer, and we’re so excited that it’s ready to share with you! And don’t forget to mark your calendars for next Tuesday, September 8th! Savage Hart Farm 3-ply goes on sale at 10am ET! Mentioned in the Millcast:
Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro 00:19 - Welcome back Amanda! 02:59 - Amanda’s week recap 04:48 - We’re seeing the signs of fall in VT 06:35 - Knit Along update 08:45 - Introducing: Stormcloud Lite! 11:19 - Mill Tour 15:26 - Savage Hart Farm yarn is coming next week! 17:35 - Upcoming events 19:08 - Amanda’s book recommendation 20:53 - Peggy’s book recommendation 23:27 - Congrats to Amanda on finishing Ulysses and her class! 24:48 - Amanda’s podcast recommendation 26:19 - Peggy’s weekend plans | |||
| Millcast Episode 197: One Skein Knitting and Giverny | 25 Aug 2026 | 00:32:48 | |
We’re thrilled that our Making Tracks yarn was featured in Ksenia Naidyon’s new book One Skein Knitting, and we’re even more thrilled to have her on the Millcast today for an interview! Plus, join Todd for an update on the sheep at Savage Hart Farm. Mentioned in the Millcast:
Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro 00:48 - Amanda will be back next week 02:10 - Giverny is back! In DK and Lite 02:37 - Making Tracks: Tangerine Twist is featured in the new book One Skein Knitting 03:13 - Interview with One Skein Knitting author Ksenia Naidyon (@life_is_cozy) 19:23 - Open house recap 22:35 - Savage Hart Farm sheep update 28:58 - Sheep-to-yarn math 30:17 - Hummingbird update 31:40 - The Indigo Girls | |||
| Millcast Episode 196: Nightshift Bundles and Whale Bubbles | 18 Aug 2026 | 00:36:55 | |
This week on the Millcast, Amanda shares some amazing footage of a whale her family saw on their trip to Maine! We’re also sharing Knit Along updates, chatting about some of our other hobbies, and showing off our newest shop sample: The Nightshift by Andrea Mowry. We’ve put together two curated Nightshift bundles at 10% off, so you can enjoy this awesome pattern as much as we do! Mentioned in the Millcast:
Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro 00:38 - The crazy storm in White River Junction last night 02:53 - Amanda’s trip to Maine and whale sighting! 07:30 - What Amanda’s wearing 11:01 - Nightshift shawl bundles 13:42 - Knit Along progress update 17:17 - Mill Tour 23:18 - How to get the Bobbin Book 24:41 - Thanks for coming to our Open House! 25:17 - Upcoming events and shopping appointments 26:35 - Gardening and reading chat | |||
| Millcast Episode 195: Heliotrope Lite and 11:11 Mittens | 11 Aug 2026 | 00:21:39 | |
Tune in this week to see the final product of the last few weeks of R&D: Heliotrope Lite! This bright and cheerful colorway is just perfect for summer, and we have a fun project idea to share. Plus, we’re revealing our Knit Along accessory project, the adorable 11:11 Mittens. Join us for the 2026 Knit Along, now through October 19th! Mentioned in the Millcast:
Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro 00:22 - Amanda’s weekend plans 03:40 - Knit Along Accessory Launch! 09:13 - 11:11 Mitten Bundles 10:19 - Introducing limited-edition Heliotrope Lite! 14:17 - Heliotrope pairings 15:10 - Mill Tour 20:53 - Visit the Mill this Saturday (August 15th) for an Open House | |||
| Millcast Episode 194: New and Improved Merch | 04 Aug 2026 | 00:45:49 | |
Join us for a fascinating interview with David Harris, the Bobbin Man! Plus, check out our new-and-improved merch, go behind the scenes as we fix a jam in the can coiler, and catch up on all the latest Knit Along news. Mentioned in the Millcast:
Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro 01:42 - Amanda’s weekend 03:43 - Peggy’s weekend 05:12 - Mill Update: Unjamming the can coiler 08:04 - Knit Along Update 12:23 - Amanda’s road-trip reading tip 14:22 - More Knit Along news 15:21 - New and improved merch! 20:28 - Mill Tour 25:12 - Interview with David Harris 45:05 - Join us on August 15th for the last Open House until December | |||
| Millcast Episode 193: Heathered Amethyst 3-Ply | 28 Jul 2026 | 00:31:28 | |
Catch up with Peggy and Amanda and check in on their 11:11 Sweater progress after the first few days of the 2026 Knit Along! Plus, get a behind-the-scenes look at the making of Savage Hart Farm yarn, take a tour of the mill, and check out the gorgeous new Heathered Amethyst 3-Ply, launching today at 10am ET! 00:00 - Intro 00:14 - Weekend chit chat 07:54 - Retreat recap 10:28 - Knit Along Progress Update 16:27 - It’s not too late to join the Knit Along! 21:21 - Heathered Amethyst 3-ply! 24:31 - Mill Tour 28:29 - Savage Hart Farm yarn process 29:10 - Thanks for your air purifier suggestions 29:55 - Come see us at the August 15th Open House Mentioned in the Millcast:
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| Millcast Episode 192: Giverny and Heathered Amethyst Roving | 21 Jul 2026 | 00:36:21 | |
It’s officially cast-on day for the 2026 Junction Fiber Mill Knit Along! 🎉 Will you be joining us to knit the 11:11 Sweater? This week, we're celebrating the official Knit Along cast-on with all the information you need to get started. Plus we’re sharing photos from our Farm & Fiber Retreat, a behind-the-scenes tour of the mill, knitting updates, and more. Stick around until the end for another great book recommendation! Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro 00:12 - Amanda’s latest finished knitting project 02:59 - Wildfire smoke is affecting VT 07:38 - Peggy’s turtle story 08:46 - Knit Along Cast-On 16:22 - Check out Peggy’s new knitting gadget 18:53 - Stay tuned for the smaller 11:11 Knit Along project: Coming early August 19:13 - Some Knit Along rules 20:11 - Thanks for coming to our retreat! 23:42 - Giverny Pin-Drafted Roving 25:08 - Heathered Amethyst Roving 27:06 - Mill Tour 32:12 - What Amanda’s Reading 33:46 - What Peggy’s Reading 35:44 - Come to our Open House on Saturday, August 15th Mentioned in the Millcast:
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| Millcast Episode 191: Mill Blend Lite in Grey and White | 14 Jul 2026 | 00:37:35 | |
11:11 designer Logan is co-hosting this week’s Millcast to share the story behind this year’s Knit Along pattern — from where the idea began to all the thoughtful details. Plus, check out our newest Mill Blend Lite — a truly one-of-a-kind yarn spun from carefully saved mill remnants. This time, we made two beautifully coordinating neutrals: a creamy white and a rich, heathered gray. 00:00 - Intro 00:53 - Weekend recap 04:46 - Thank you for joining the Knit Along! 06:10 - What Logan’s wearing 08:42 - Amanda’s yarn choice for the Knit Along (Forest and Tangerine Twist) 10:32 - How the 11:11 Sweater came to be 16:21 - Where does the name 11:11 come from? 17:13 - What’s your favorite detail of the 11:11 sweater? 18:09 - Tips and tutorials for the Knit Along 19:38 - How did you get into knitting? 21:20 - Are you a monogamous knitter? 22:21 - Are you a process knitter or a project knitter? 24:37 - What’s it been like moving to Vermont? 26:50 - Mill Tour 30:09 - Check out the latest Mill Blend! 32:48 - The giveaway winner has been found 33:11 - What Amanda’s knitting 37:05 - We’re looking forward to the retreat 37:21 - Next open house: August 15th
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| Millcast Episode 190: Giverny Lite and Knit Along Announcement | 07 Jul 2026 | 00:25:02 | |
It’s almost Knit Along time! Tune in for the official announcement of the 2026 Junction Fiber Mill Festival KAL. We’re sharing three beautiful versions of the 11:11 Sweater to inspire you, plus introducing Giverny Lite—a brand-new limited-edition colorway designed especially for this year’s KAL! Pick your colors, gather your supplies, and get ready to cast-on with us on July 21st! 🎉 00:00 - Intro 03:13 - 4th of July plans 05:47 - Summer knitwear recommendations 06:29 - 2026 Festival KAL Announcement 08:36 - The 11:11 Sweater in Winterberry and Tangerine Twist 10:03 - What’s a Knit Along? 12:17 - The 11:11 Sweater in Charcoal and Day’s End 13:22 - The 11:11 Sweater in Blueberry and Giverny 15:38 - Introducing Limited Edition Giverny! 18:39 - Are you our giveaway winner? 19:34 - Mill Tour 23:01 - Upcoming Events Mentioned in the Millcast:
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| Millcast Episode 189: Daybreak and Hydrangea Lite | 30 Jun 2026 | 00:36:06 | |
There’s plenty happening this week at Junction Fiber Mill! Get the latest update from Savage Hart Farm, take a peek at a fun new dye project in the works, and don’t forget to sign up for our newsletter for a special deal coming next week. Launching today at 10am ET, two of our all-time favorite colorways are available in sport weight for the very first time. Check out Daybreak and Hydrangea Lite! 00:00 - Intro 00:33 - Amanda’s weekend and Baby Nelle 01:51 - Peggy’s weekend and Savage Hart Farm 07:07 - Daybreak and Hydrangea now in sport weight! 09:29 - Having fun testing new dye recipes 12:55 - Sign up for our newsletter for a special deal next week! 13:12 - Amanda’s book recommendation 14:30 - Peggy’s book recommendation 16:06 - Amanda’s knitting update 18:17 - Mill Tour 26:55 - We’ll miss you Elise! 33:53 - Take a peek at next week’s launch: Giverny 35:20 - Upcoming Events Mentioned in the Millcast:
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| Millcast Episode 188: Fourth of July 3-ply | 23 Jun 2026 | 00:27:20 | |
Join Peggy and Amanda for a cozy chat on this rainy morning at Junction Fiber Mill. Plus, hear the story behind this week’s launch and go for a behind-the-scenes tour with Amanda. Then, share your favorite summer knits in the comments — we’re looking for recommendations! 00:00 - Intro 00:40 - Our busy mornings 07:26 - The story behind this week’s launch 09:50 - Fourth of July 3-ply launching today at 10am EST 11:44 - Thanks for coming to the Open House! 12:52 - Mill Tour 18:18 - Giveaway update & thank you for entering 19:19 - Stay tuned for our Rhinebeck KAL announcement (coming 7/7) 20:34 - Amanda’s knitting progress 22:41 - What’s your favorite knit for Summer? 25:26 - Upcoming Events Mentioned in the Millcast:
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| Millcast Episode 187: Welcome Back Amanda! | 16 Jun 2026 | 00:20:49 | |
She’s baaaack! For the first time since March, join Peggy AND Amanda on this week’s Millcast. Hear all about Amanda’s parental leave, check out our beautiful Pressed Flower’s Kerchief Bundle, and watch until the end for a very special 15k subscriber giveaway. Thank you for helping us reach 15k subscribers on YouTube! 00:00 - Intro 00:15 - Welcome Back Amanda! 04:21 - July Fourth open house is canceled 05:06 - Check out the crazy weather at Peggy’s house 06:12 - Pressed Flowers Kerchief Bundle 09:45 - Mill Tour 14:21 - Shopping appointments are back 15:25 - 15k subscriber giveaway 17:23 - Fourth of July 3-ply coming next week! 18:40 - Upcoming Events 19:33 - Plan ahead — The Vermont Sheep & Wool Festival is October 3-4 Mentioned in the Millcast:
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| Millcast Episode: 186 Roots Lilac | 09 Jun 2026 | 00:17:40 | |
Lilacs are blooming and so is our new colorway, Roots: Lilac in DK and LITE — Launching today at 10am ET. Catch up with Liz and Peggy in this week’s Millcast, and check out Liz’s latest knitting and sewing projects. Plus Peggy takes you on a sunny behind-the-scenes tour of the mill. 00:00 - Intro 00:35 - Our crazy morning 01:42 - Liz’s weekend plans 03:14 - Announcing Roots: Lilac (Launches 10pm ET) 05:10 - Mill Tour 09:45 - What Liz is knitting 12:52 - Liz’s finished sewing project 17:08 - Upcoming Events Mentioned in the Millcast:
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| Millcast Episode 185: Goodbye to Second Winter and Raspberry | 02 Jun 2026 | 00:14:24 | |
On this week’s Millcast, we’re wishing a happy retirement to Making Tracks: Second Winter and Roots: Raspberry (both DK and Lite). Don’t miss your last chance to snag these beloved colorways before they’re gone for good. Plus, Peggy takes you behind the scenes for a mill tour and shares a sneak peek at next week’s new colorway — Roots: Lilac. 00:00 - Start 00:32 - Peggy’s knitting update 01:10 - Congratulations to Eileen’s daughter and son-in-law! 02:23 - The Lambert siblings Murder Mystery party 04:38 - Last chance for Raspberry and Second Winter 06:22 - Mill tour 12:36 - Coming soon: Roots Lilac (Launching June 9th) 13:25 - Join us for an open house! Mentioned in the Millcast:
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| Millcast Episode 184: Very Cherry + The Woolly Thistle | 26 May 2026 | 00:39:24 | |
Tune in to this episode of the Millcast for a Very special product, and a very special guest. We kick off with this week's launch - a re-run of the colorway you voted for us to bring back, Roots: Very Cherry! This time, we spun it up in both DK and Sport weights. Then, we bring on a very special guest, Corinne Tomlinson, founder and fearless leader of The Woolly Thistle. Chapters:Intro - 00:00Re-Introducing Roots: Very Cherry - 00:38Showing off some new fiber - 02:58Interview with Corinne Tomlinson, Founder of the Woolly Thistle - 06:26Rhinebeck Knit-Along Update - 36:28Upcoming Events - 38:27Mentioned in the Millcast: * Roots: Very Cherry (DK Weight) - https://junctionfibermill.com/products/roots-very-cherry* Roots LITE: Very Cherry (Sport Weight) - https://junctionfibermill.com/products/roots-lite-very-cherry* The Woolly Thistle - https://thewoollythistle.com/ | |||
| Millcast Episode 183: Farm Fresh Gotland + Meet Leah | 19 May 2026 | 00:18:57 | |
On this week’s Millcast we’re celebrating Leah’s 4th anniversary at Junction Fiber Mill! 🎉 Leah is one of our incredibly talented Mill Workers with some serious mechanical and spinning skills. We’re also introducing our Farm Fresh Gotland yarn — a beautifully woolly blend of 70% Gotland and 30% Montadale Cheviot. This limited edition is full of the rich texture and natural beauty that we love in a farm yarn. Launching today at 10am ET. 00:00 - Intro 00:34 - Happy 4th anniversary at JFM to Leah! 02:32 - An exciting morning at the mill 04:17 - Introducing Farm Fresh Gotland Blend (70% Gotland 30% Montadale Cheviot) 06:36 - Mill Tour 08:51 - A sneak peek at next week’s launch 09:14 - What Leah’s reading 12:40 - What Leah’s knitting 15:36 - Peggy’s knitting progress 17:38 - Join us for our Open House! (Sat, May 23rd 10am-1pm) Mentioned in the Millcast:
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| Millcast Episode 182: Mystery Bags | 12 May 2026 | 00:45:52 | |
Grab a mystery bag this week filled with surprise yarn and one of three surprise goodies — 20% off your next JFM order, a copy of Three Bags Full by Leonie Swan, or our adorable sheep stickers! Plus, meet Ben Ogden — Olympic Silver Medalist, Vermonter, and knitter! 00:00 - Intro 00:36 - Weekend recap + thank you for joining us at Maryland Sheep & Wool Festival! 01:11 - What Todd’s wearing 05:36 - Mystery Bags: Launching today at 10am ET 08:00 - Meet Ben Ogden: Olympic silver-medalist, Vermonter, and knitter! 36:41 - Checking in with the sheep at Savage Hart Farm 42:25 - Come back next week for Farm Fresh Gotland 44:31 - Come by our next open house - Sat, May 23rd Memorial Day weekend Mentioned in the Millcast:
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| Millcast Episode 180: Mother's Day Gift Bundles | 28 Apr 2026 | 00:24:10 | |
Junction Fiber Mill has you covered for Mother’s Day gift ideas! Get your tissues ready—Eileen shares her heartwarming side of how Peggy and Amanda first met. Plus, catch the latest update from lambing season at Savage Hart Farm. 00:00 - Intro 00:19 - Hi Eileen! 02:38 - Mother’s Day Gift Bundles 04:29 - Eileen’s part in the story of Peggy and Amanda’s meeting 17:08 - More lambing at Savage Hart Farm 22:31 - Maryland Sheep and Wool Festival this weekend! 22:59 - Congrats to Eileen’s daughter on her wedding day! 23:48 - Happy Mother’s Day! Mentioned in the Millcast:
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| Millcast Episode 179: Porch Light | 21 Apr 2026 | 00:28:34 | |
Meet Elise, Junction Fiber Mill’s incredible Marketing Manager, and check out the colorway she created inspired by fellow Vermonter Noah Kahan and his new album! Then, join Todd for a very special tour of Savage Hart Farm. 00:00 - Welcome to the Millcast Elise! 01:55 - Weekend Recap 02:34 - Lambing at Savage Hart Farm 10:51 - Introducing: Porch Light 12:11 - What Elise is knitting 12:30 - Making Tracks Lite: Porch Light 13:47 - Mill Tour 20:12 - Which limited edition colorway are we bringing back? 22:28 - What else Elise is knitting 24:55 - Thank you for supporting Knit for Food! 25:44 - Upcoming Events Mentioned in the Millcast:
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| Millcast Episode 178: Ovis Hat Bundles | 14 Apr 2026 | 00:25:59 | |
It’s lambing season, and Savage Hart Farm has two adorable new residents! Meet them—along with Liz, Junction Fiber Mill’s customer service superstar—on this week’s Millcast. Plus, we’re sharing our Ovis Hat bundle and giving you a peek at Liz’s outstanding knit collection. 00:00 - Intro 00:21 - Hi Liz! 02:37 - What Liz and Peg are wearing 03:03 - Kestrel nesting at Liz’s house 05:40 - Lambing at Savage Hart Farm 19:24 - Ovis Hat bundles 21:17 - Liz’s JFM knit collection 24:31 - Upcoming Events Mentioned in the Millcast:
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| Millcast Episode 177: Knit for Food | 07 Apr 2026 | 00:25:46 | |
Meet Knit for Food founder Laura Nelkin and get the story behind the movement! Then check out the new colorway we created in honor of Knit for Food — grab yours and give back, with 20% of every skein supporting the cause. Plus, catch up with Peggy and this week’s cohost, Logan, for the latest mill updates and behind-the-scenes fun. 00:00 - Intro 00:56 - Meet Logan 01:23 - What Peggy’s wearing 01:54 - What Logan’s wearing 03:27 - Peggy’s weekend in Portland 04:32 - Interview with Laura Nelkin: Founder of Knit for Food 15:13 - Making Tracks Lite: Knit for Food 16:52 - Mill Tour 19:33 - What Peggy’s knitting 21:23 - What Logan’s knitting 22:09 - Logan’s 3D modeled knit stitches 24:36 - Upcoming Events Mentioned in the Millcast:
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| Millcast Episode 176: Sugar on Snow | 31 Mar 2026 | 00:17:33 | |
Join Peggy and her neighbor George Miller as they tap maple trees and boil down fresh syrup! Then, take a look at our yarn inspired by the beloved Vermont treat, sugar on snow. We’re boxing it up with some of George Miller’s syrup to bring a little bit of Vermont to you. Plus, catch up with our special guest: Peggy’s husband Todd, and hear the story of how they met George. 00:00 - Intro 00:15 - Welcome back to the Millcast Todd! 02:29 - What Todd’s wearing 03:01 - What Peggy’s wearing 03:13 - How Todd and Peggy met George Miller 05:52 - George and Linda Miller’s Sugar Shack 11:14 - Sugar on Snow 12:29 - Mill Tour 16:33 - Looking forward to lambing Mentioned in the Millcast:
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| Millcast Episode 175: Shearing Day + Corriedale Confetti | 24 Mar 2026 | 00:21:03 | |
It’s Shearing Day! Don’t miss this once-a-year event at Savage Hart Farm. We’re also excited to introduce our new Corriedale Confetti pin-drafted roving. The beautiful light gray, undyed Corriedale is flecked with colorful bits of shredded silk. The pin-drafted roving is a dream to hand-spin, and spins up into a stunning tweedy yarn you’ll love working with.00:00 - Intro00:18 - It’s Shearing Day!00:42 - Corriedale Confetti Pin-Drafted Roving01:34 - Shearing montage03:51 - The Shearing Day setup05:39 - Hi from Amanda11:32 - Shearing montage13:47 - The art of throwing fleeces17:41 - Eileen’s Shearing Day duties18:12 - Start to finish shearing: Sped up 4x20:20 - We’re done!Mentioned in the Millcast:* Corriedale Confetti pin-drafted rovingUpcoming events: https://junctionfibermill.com/pages/events * Open House: Sat, March 28* Knit for Food Knit-A-Thon: Sat, April 11* Open House: Sat, April 25 | |||
| Millcast Episode 174: Roots Cardinal | 17 Mar 2026 | 00:30:57 | |
Check out the gorgeous new Roots: Cardinal! We took our time getting the recipe right on this one, and we think it was absolutely worth the wait. Speaking of waiting… Amanda’s still here waiting for baby to come! But that won’t stop her from bringing you on a mill tour and sharing another great book recommendation. 00:00 - Intro 00:54 - Amanda’s night at the opera 03:19 - What Peggy’s wearing 05:46 - What Amanda’s wearing 12:03 - Roots: Cardinal is here! 14:29 - Don’t forget to vote for a limited edition colorway 15:34 - Mill Tour 20:45 - Join our Knit for Food team! 23:00 - What Peggy’s knitting 27:45 - What Amanda’s reading 29:55 - Next Open House: March 28th Mentioned in the Millcast:
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| Millcast Episode 173: If You Knit, You Know Merch | 10 Mar 2026 | 00:25:27 | |
Cast your votes! This week you can help decide which limited-edition colorway we bring back. Plus, we’re restocking our If You Knit, You Know merch. We love these fun corduroy hats and 100% cotton totes. Make sure you watch until the end for a sneak peak of next week’s launch. 00:00 - Intro 01:33 - Weird weather 03:09 - The lunar eclipse 05:50 - Happy Birthday Lewis! 06:03 - What Amanda’s wearing 06:54 - What Peggy’s wearing 07:25 - Pin drafter maintenance 11:43 - If You Knit, You Know merch is back! 13:40 - Mill Tour 17:45 - Vote for which limited edition colorway we bring back! 19:32 - What Amanda’s knitting 21:49 - What Amanda’s Reading 23:12 - Thanks for coming to Wayland Farm Fiber Days festival 23:43 - Upcoming Events 24:22 - Coming soon: Roots Cardinal Mentioned in the Millcast:
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| Millcast Episode 172: Yardana Sweater Bundles | 03 Mar 2026 | 00:26:30 | |
Catch up with Peg and Amanda after this week of wild, wintry weather in VT! We’re sharing four gorgeous bundles curated especially for the Yardana Sweater by Teti Lutsak. Our team is loving the playful colorwork and vintage ski vibe of this sweater. Plus, get a glimpse of several upcoming new colorways we just had to share. 00:00 - Intro 00:33 - Peg’s week recap 02:54 - Amanda’s week recap 06:45 - Even more snow in VT! 09:40 - What Peggy’s wearing 11:15 - What Amanda’s wearing 12:42 - Yardana Sweater Bundles 14:20 - Mill Tour 20:30 - What Amanda’s knitting 21:32 - What Amanda’s reading 24:54 - Upcoming Events Mentioned in the Millcast:
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| Millcast Episode 171: Bunny Blend (with Emma) | 24 Feb 2026 | 00:32:18 | |
Check out our newest launch — the dreamy-soft Bunny Blend! Peg’s out today, so our floor manager Emma is stepping in to share their very first knitting FO — and we couldn’t be more excited! Plus, go behind the scenes for a closer look at the carder as we answer a viewer question and dive a little deeper into machine maintenance. 00:00 - Intro 00:50 - Co-star: Emma 02:34 - How’s the weather in VT? 04:44 - Emma’s Recap 06:09 - Amanda’s Recap 08:24 - Emma’s FO 13:31 - Amanda’s knitting 15:53 - Bunny Blend 19:47 - Mill Tour 27:59 - Carder Q&A 31:41 - Upcoming Events Mentioned in the Millcast:
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| Millcast Episode 170: Shearing Day Shawl Bundles | 17 Feb 2026 | 00:37:45 | |
This week we’re sharing highlights from the New England Farm & Fiber Festival, and showing off beautiful bundles for Erika Field’s Shearing Day Shawl. Plus, come along for a mill tour as we reveal the second — and hopefully final — version of our upcoming new Roots colorway. 00:00 - Intro 00:13 - Peggy’s Week Recap 03:52 - New England Farm & Fiber Festival Footage 05:14 - Valentine’s Plans 10:40 - Shout out to Amanda’s mom! 11:35 - What we’re wearing 13:14 - Green Mountain Shawl KAL 15:04 - Shearing Day Shawl Bundles 23:51 - New Roots Red Recipe: Version 2 25:30 - Peggy’s knitting 28:20 - Amanda’s Knitting 30:06 - Amanda’s book recs 36:37 - Upcoming Events Mentioned in the Millcast:
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| Millcast Episode 169: Mill Blend | 10 Feb 2026 | 00:26:41 | |
We’re going green this week with Mill Blend: Blues Mix This beautiful steely-grey blend is made entirely from remnants of yarns we spun throughout 2025. We love to use every last bit of our gorgeous wool, it’s thoughtful, resourceful, and full of character, just like our team here at the Mill! And stick around… you’ll also catch a sneak peek of our upcoming fiery Roots colorway. 00:00 - Intro 00:46 - What Peggy’s wearing 01:49 - What Amanda’s wearing 02:08 - Amanda’s pregnancy chat 04:03 - Peggy’s weekend 05:03 - Happy Birthday Peg and Leah! 06:11 - Millapalooza is sold out 07:05 - Our new inventory system 09:12 - Mill Blend: Blues Mix is here! 12:30 - Mill Tour 18:26 - Improving our Roots dying technique 22:44 - What Peggy’s knitting Mentioned in the Millcast:
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| Millcast Episode 168: The Hanker | 03 Feb 2026 | 00:28:22 | |
Millapalooza tickets are on sale now! This week, we have a short interview with Peggy’s sister, Eileen, to talk about her recent FO. We’re also entering new territory with the launch of our first product for other mills: The Hanker. Plus, take a tour of the mill and catch up with us as we try to stay warm through the cold Vermont weather.00:00 - Intro00:29 - A very snowy weekend in VT04:44 - What Amanda’s wearing06:07 - Acknowledging the passing of knitting legend Barbara Walker07:02 - What Peggy’s wearing08:11 - Millapalooza tickets on sale now10:17 - Introducing: The Hanker14:10 - Mill Tour19:54 - Amanda’s knitting progress20:33 - Peggy’s knitting progress22:09 - Interview with Peggy’s sister Eileen25:38 - Upcoming Events27:53 - Happy birthday Peggy!Mentioned in the Millcast:* What Amanda is knitting: The Frankie Sweater by PetiteKnit - https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/frankie-sweater-2* What Peggy is knitting: Rhue Sweater by Rebeca Cloe (The CreaBrea) - https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/rhue-sweater* What Amanda’s wearing: The Lindal Pullover by Woldten - https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/lindal-pullover* Upcoming events: https://junctionfibermill.com/pages/events * New England Farm & Fiber: Sun, February 8* Open House: Sat, February 14* Wayland Farm Fiber Dats: Sun, March 8 | |||
| Millcast Episode 167: Love Letter | 29 Jan 2026 | 00:28:44 | |
Catch up with us and check out our latest yarn launch! Making Tracks LITE: Love Letter is our yummy raspberry-and-chocolate limited edition, ready just in time for Valentine’s. Plus, come along on a mill tour and see the two brand-new upgrades we’re excited about this week.00:00 - Start00:17 - What’s the weather like in Vermont?01:40 - Amanda’s week04:28 - Peggy’s week07:00 - Love Letter is here09:00 - Mill Tour17:56 - Mill upgrade: bar codes!20:16 - Knitting update22:57 - Beautiful brioche shawl23:32 - Millapalooza tickets on sale next week February 3rd25:46 - Sweater Camp January 31st (Sold Out)26:11 - New England Farm and Fiber February 8th26:39 - Wayland Farm Fiber Days March 8th26:59 - Open House February 14th27:30 - Peggy’s sweaterMentioned in the Millcast:* Making Tracks LITE: Love Letter: https://junctionfibermill.com/products/making-tracks-lite-love-letter* What Amanda is knitting: The Frankie Sweater by PetiteKnit - https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/frankie-sweater-2* What Peggy is knitting: Rhue Sweater by Rebeca Cloe (The CreaBrea) - https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/rhue-sweater* Upcoming events: https://junctionfibermill.com/pages/events * New England Farm & Fiber: Sun, February 8* Open House: Sat, February 14*Wayland Farm Fiber Dats: Sun, March 8 | |||
| Millcast Episode 166: Shawl Bundles | 29 Jan 2026 | 00:45:22 | |
Tune in for Peggy’s interview with Lany, the talented jeweler behind our beautiful Indigo Lane shawl pins. We’re including her stunning work in two new bundles for gorgeous shawl patterns by local designers. You’ll also get a peek behind the scenes and hear a bit about what’s in store for the near future here at the mill.Chapters:00:00 - Intro00:43 - Maternity leave plans02:41 - Wayland Farm Fiber Days recap03:26 - Vermont Designer Showcase: Shawls06:14 - Indigo Lane interview26:28 - Shawl pin demo & bundle colorways29:57 - Mill Tour35:47 - Our knitting progress39:30 - The Dimer Beanie pattern40:25 - Love Letter teaser41:33 - Reminder: Millapalooza tickets go on sale Feb 3rd43:18 - Upcoming EventsMentioned in the Millcast:* All Shawl Bundles: https://junctionfibermill.com/collections/shawl-bundles* Contrarian Shawl Bundles (Tunisian Crochet): https://junctionfibermill.com/collections/contrarian-shawl-bundles* Long Trail Shawl Bundles (Knit): https://junctionfibermill.com/collections/shawl-bundles* Indigo Lane Jewelry: https://www.indigolanejewelry.com/* What Amanda is knitting: The Frankie Sweater by PetiteKnit - https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/libr...* What Peggy is knitting: Rhue Sweater by Rebeca Cloe (The CreaBrea) - https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/rhue-sweater* The Dimer Beanie Pattern: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/dimer-beanie* Making Tracks LITE: Love Letter: https://junctionfibermill.com/products/making-tracks-lite-love-letter* Upcoming events: https://junctionfibermill.com/pages/e... * New England Farm & Fiber: Sun, February 8, 2026* Open House: Sat, February 14, 2026 | |||
| Millcast Episode 165: Heathered Gems | 29 Jan 2026 | 00:29:54 | |
Get a more in-depth look at the process of making the newest addition to our Summit line of yarns: the Heathered Gems! Mark your calendars: Millapalooza tickets go on sale February 3rd, and they’re sure to sell out fast—plan ahead if you want to hang with us before the VT Sheep and Wool Festival in October. Chapters: 00:00 - Start 01:01 - Peggy’s Family Weekend 01:52 - Amanda’s struggling to sleep 02:24 - Introducing Heathered Amethyst, Coral, and Emerald 03:26 - Dave Martin Settlement Farm 09:25 - Millapalooza tickets on sale soon 14:02 - Mill Tour 21:28 - Mill Blend 21:54 - What Amanda’s Knitting 26:09 - What Peg’s Knitting 28:24 - Wayland Fiber Festival (Sunday, Jan 18) 29:39 - Open house (Saturday, Feb 14) Mentioned in the Millcast: - Summit: Heathered: - Amethyst: https://junctionfibermill.com/products/summit-heathered-amethyst - Coral: https://junctionfibermill.com/products/summit-heathered-coral - Emerald: https://junctionfibermill.com/products/summit-heathered-emerald - What Amanda is knitting: The Frankie Sweater by PetiteKnit - https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/frankie-sweater-2 - Upcoming events: https://junctionfibermill.com/pages/events - Wayland Farm Fiber Days: Sun, January 18 - New England Farm & Fiber: Sun, February 8, 2026 - Open House: Sat, February 14, 2026 | |||
| Millcast Episode 164: Very Cherry | 29 Jan 2026 | 00:20:38 | |
We’re very excited to introduce a new yarn on this week’s episode of the Millcast! Plus, we show off our favorite winter accessory, take you on a tour around the Mill, talk about our upcoming events, and much more! Chapters: 01:17 - Spikey boots 02:38 - Peggy & Todd’s trip to Boston for John Oliver 04:54 - Amanda’s still struggling 06:21 - Introducing Very Cherry 09:42 - Mill Tour 14:02 - What Peg’s wearing 14:40 - Amanda’s knitting progress 15:14 - Crochet mitten lineup from Amanda’s mother-in-law, Natalie 16:35 - Peg’s family plans 17:54 - Upcoming Events 20:35 - End Mentioned in the Millcast: - Nexgrip Boots - https://www.nexgrip.com/ - Roots: Very Cherry - https://junctionfibermill.com/products/roots-very-cherry - What Peggy is wearing: Hudson Valley Cider by Thea Colman - https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/hudson-valley-cider - What Amanda is knitting: The Frankie Sweater by PetiteKnit - https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/frankie-sweater-2 - Upcoming events: https://junctionfibermill.com/pages/events - Wayland Farm Fiber Days: Sun, January 18 - DarnKnit’s Sweater Camp (Virtual): Saturday, January 31, 10 AM EST - New England Farm & Fiber: Sun, February 8, 2026 - Open House: Sat, February 14, 2026 | |||
| Millcast Episode 163: The Last Millcast of 2025 | 29 Jan 2026 | 00:23:01 | |
This week on the Millcast, we’re celebrating the end of 2025 with one of our favorite collaborations we did this year. Plus, we share stories of our holidays with family and friends, give an exciting update on our spinner arm struggles, and announce many upcoming events in January and Feb! Tune in to the full episode for all the details. Chapters: 00:00 - Start 01:12 - Amanda’s Christmas photos 02:15 - Peggy’s Christmas 04:52 - Open House thanks 05:48 - Virtual Shopping/Appointments are back 06:03 - Tote Baskets launch 08:10 - Spinner repair update 09:44 - Mill Tour 15:01 - But wait, what about the weather? 18:41 - What Amanda’s wearing 20:58 - Upcoming events Mentioned in the Millcast: - Shopping Appointments: https://junctionfibermill.com/pages/shopping - Tote Baskets: - Aurora Borealis: https://junctionfibermill.com/products/tote-basket-aurora-borealis - Vermont Vice: https://junctionfibermill.com/products/tote-basket-vermont-vice - Junction Fiber Mill Green: https://junctionfibermill.com/products/tote-basket-junction-fiber-mill-green - Colemama Creations: https://www.colemamacreations.com/ - What Amanda is wearing, The Zipper Sweater by Petite Knit: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/zipper-sweater-2 - Upcoming events: https://junctionfibermill.com/pages/events - Wayland Farm Fiber Days: Sun, January 18 - DarnKnit’s Sweater Camp (Virtual): Saturday, January 31, 10 AM EST - New England Farm & Fiber: Sun, February 8, 2026 | |||
| Millcast Episode 162: Romney Reveal | 29 Jan 2026 | 00:28:09 | |
This week on the Millcast, we give you a recap of our recent holiday festivities, a tour around the Mill, and announce this week’s release - a beautiful new Farm Fresh yarn. Tune in to learn more about it! Chapters: 00:00 - Start 00:46 - Peg’s weekend in Quebec 02:35 - Amanda’s trip to the Gingerbread Festival 04:31 - What we’re wearing 06:35 - Peg’s sheep update: jacket time! 10:20 - Introducing our Romney 2025 yarn 13:46 - Mill Tour 19:28 - Engineering Knits 20:00 - What we’re knitting 24:55 - Set in sleeve question 26:51 - Upcoming Events Mentioned in the Millcast: - This week’s release: - Farm Fresh LITE: Romney Grey - https://junctionfibermill.com/products/farm-fresh-lite-romney-grey - Farm Fresh LITE: Romney Cream - https://junctionfibermill.com/products/farm-fresh-lite-romney-cream - Engineering Knits’s Tour of Junction Fiber Mill: - What we’re knitting: - Amanda: Petiteknit’s Frankie Sweater - https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/frankie-sweater-2 - Peggy: The Cocoknits method - https://cocoknits.com/pages/the-cocoknits-method - Upcoming Events: https://junctionfibermill.com/pages/events - Open House: December 27, 10am-1pm - Wayland Farm Fiber Days: Sun, January 18 | |||
| Millcast Episode 161: Retirement Party! | 29 Jan 2026 | 00:25:21 | |
Tune in to the Millcast this week to see whose retirement party we’re hosting (don’t worry, it’s not one of ours!). Along the way, we’ll show you around the Mill, spotlight a stunning new pattern knit with our yarn, and give you a little preview of what’s launching next week. Chapters: 00:50 - What we’re wearing 02:19 - Amanda’s finishing up business class 03:39 - Workaholic small biz culture 05:38 - Our weekends 08:47 - Retiring colorways 10:55 - Mill Tour 16:19 - Romney launch teaser 17:35 - Gingerbread Whimsy pattern by Erika Field 19:39 - What we’re knitting 24:59 - Next Open House Mentioned in the Millcast: What we’re wearing: - Peggy: - Sweater from Browder's Birds: https://www.browdersbirds.com/farmtofashion - Amanda: - Lindal Pullover: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/lindal-pullover - Lindal Tørkle: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/lindal-trkle - Retiring colorways: - Shop all: https://junctionfibermill.com/collections/retiring-colorways - Roots Bachelor Button in DK and Sport Weight - Roots Peony in DK and Sport Weight - Making Tracks Thistle in DK Weight - Making Tracks Hay Day in DK and Sport Weight - Gingerbread Whimsy Pattern: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/gingerbread-whimsy - Use promo code MERRYMILLCAST to save 15% - Upcoming Open House: https://junctionfibermill.com/pages/events | |||
| Millcast Episode 160: Roots Silver | 29 Jan 2026 | 00:29:18 | |
Tune in to this week’s Millcast to take a tour around the Mill, hear about our staff Holiday Celebration, and see our newest addition to the Roots family! Chapters: 01:10 - Cold morning along the river 02:37 - Shovelling 03:09 - Pines & Needles Shawl 03:54 - Turtleneck talk 05:20 - Repairing clothes 07:48 - JFM Staff Holiday baking class 11:47 - Introducing: Roots Silver 15:17 - Pantone color of the year 16:36 - Mill tour 23:28 - What we’re knitting: felted mittens 24:50 - How Peg felts in the washing machine 27:55 - Open House - Sat, Dec 27 from 10 AM - 1 PM Mentioned in the Millcast: - Pines & Needles Shawl: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/pines-and-needles-shawl - Knit in Making Tracks LITE Aurora Borealis: https://junctionfibermill.com/products/making-tracks-lite-aurora-borealis - King Arthur Baking Classes: https://www.kingarthurbaking.com/baking-school/classes - Roots Silver: - DK Weight: https://junctionfibermill.com/products/roots-silver - Sport Weight: https://junctionfibermill.com/products/roots-lite-silver - Felted Mittens Pattern: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/snow-country-felted-mittens-ac17 - Upcoming Open House: https://junctionfibermill.com/pages/events | |||
| Millcast Episode 159: If You Knit, You Know | 29 Jan 2026 | 00:34:05 | |
If you knit, you know what this week's episode is about... ...or maybe you don't, and you'll have to tune in to hear about our newest launch, what we *aren't* knitting right now, and all of our wintery updates from the Mill! Chapters: 00:30 - A Vermonty question 02:23 - And in other Vermont news… snow tires 06:56 - Cranberry cookie season is here 08:32 - Inventory challenges 09:17 - Vermont Foodbank update 10:28 - New merch! 15:20 - Mill tour 21:48 - What we *aren’t* knitting 22:10 - The wood stove effect 26:06 - Peggy isn’t knitting… 27:55 - Peggy’s Christmas trip 29:04 - Book recommendations 32:06 - Roving babies 33:04 - Maeve cameo Mentioned in the Millcast: - Merch: https://junctionfibermill.com/collections/merch - If You Knit Tote: https://junctionfibermill.com/collections/merch/products/if-you-knit-tote-1 - If You Knit Hat: https://junctionfibermill.com/collections/merch/products/corduroy-hat - Cranberry Brown Butter Cookie Recipe: https://recipes.crouton.app/recipes/2A1FBF3A-2278-4DC4-8C98-FE719A5CC21F?locale=en | |||
| Millcast Episode 158: Smuggler's Notch | 29 Jan 2026 | 00:31:46 | |
Catch up with what we’ve been up to in the Mill, what we’ve been working on, and most excitingly, our latest release. We’re feeling extra thankful this week, and are excited to be giving back to our local community with today’s launch. Tune in to learn more about this extra special colorway. Chapters: 00:40 - Brrr, it's cold in here! 01:44 - It’s Thanksgiving week! 02:47 - Peg’s weekend in Portland 03:53 - Bluey 04:35 - Peter Pan 06:39 - Crafted with Pride 09:24 - Smugglers’ Notch LITE 11:27 - Mill Tour 21:59 - Inventory issues 23:36 - What we’re knitting 24:13 - Seaglass Sweater 24:38 - Knots in projects 26:16 - Peggy’s shrug blocked 27:08 - Cody’s sweater update 29:46 - Open House Shop Small Saturday Mentioned in the Millcast: - Crafted with Pride Book - https://www.instagram.com/craftedwithpride/ - Making Tracks LITE Smuggler’s Notch - https://junctionfibermill.com/products/making-tracks-lite-smugglers-notch - Donate to the Vermont Foodbank - https://www.vtfoodbank.org/donate/ - Seaglass Sweater - https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/sea-glass-sweater-2 - Peggy’s Shrug: The Simple Ribbed Shrug by Purl Soho - https://www.purlsoho.com/create/2024/02/28/simple-ribbed-shrug/ - Knit in Roots DK Charcoal - https://junctionfibermill.com/products/roots-charcoal?_pos=1&_psq=roots+char&_ss=e&_v=1.0 - Our Upcoming Open Houses: Nov 29 & Dec 27, 10 AM - 1 PM - https://junctionfibermill.com/pages/events | |||
| Millcast Episode 157: Felted Mittens Bonanza | 28 Jan 2026 | 00:28:56 | |
This week we’re kicking off with stories of sheep, snow, and lots of excited kids! We introduce this week’s launch - our very favorite felted mittens, with a special offer on our DK weight yarn. We show off some new knits, and take you on a tour around the mill before wrapping up with a reminder of our upcoming Open Houses! Chapters: 01:39 - Sheep breeding season has begun 02:28 - Snow in Vermont already 03:53 - What to do with three young kids?! 05:46 - What we’re wearing 08:11 - Peg’s finished shrug 10:15 - Amanda’s Ulysses update 12:35 - Felted Mittens Bonanza! 18:49 - Smugglers’ Notch in sport coming next week 19:25 - Mill tour 27:12 - Upcoming Open Houses Mentioned in the Millcast: - Amanda’s sweater: The Zipper Sweater by Petite Knit - https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/zipper-sweater-2 - Peggy’s Shrug: The Simple Ribbed Shrug by Purl Soho - https://www.purlsoho.com/create/2024/02/28/simple-ribbed-shrug/ - Knit in Roots DK Charcoal - https://junctionfibermill.com/products/roots-charcoal?_pos=1&_psq=roots+char&_ss=e&_v=1.0 - Felted Mittens Code: FELTED10 - Our Upcoming Open Houses: Nov 29 & Dec 27, 10 AM - 1 PM | |||
| Millcast Episode 156: Candy Canes & Construction | 28 Jan 2026 | 00:24:11 | |
This week on the Millcast is all about construction, Candy Canes, and Charcoal! Tune in to hear how our Halloween weekends went, what we’ve been knitting, and a new pattern we’re loving! Chapters 00:50 - What we’re wearing 02:09 - Cody’s sweater fix link 04:05 - Open House 04:18 - Halloween 05:20 - Peggy’s sheep update 06:17 - Flushing the sheep 07:17 - Maple Moon Hat 08:39 - Snow Day Bundle 11:06 - Mill Tour 19:55 - What we’re knitting 23:23 - Upcoming Open Houses Mentioned in the Millcast: - What Peggy is wearing: Fabulous Feathers Sweater (https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/fabulous-feathers-sweater?set=&_rfoff=00) in Making Tracks LITE Zinnia - What Amanda is wearing: The Vika Sweater (https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/vika-2) - Cody’s sweater fix episode 84: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dCyMZlTEAP4 - Maple Moon Hat by Emily Libbey: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/maple-moon-hat - Snow Day Bundle: https://junctionfibermill.com/products/snow-day-bundle?_kx=50VAyJPCMSEuUR0xuAKnqA.XtA2KV - Candy Cane Yarn: - Candy Shoppe Shawl Pattern: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/the-candy-shoppe-shawl - Roots Charcoal DK: https://junctionfibermill.com/products/roots-charcoal - Key Sweater: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/key-sweater - Open Houses & Events: https://junctionfibermill.com/pages/events | |||
| Millcast Episode 155: FFNE & Surprise Bags | 28 Jan 2026 | 00:39:50 | |
Join us for a behind-the-scenes look at the Fiber Festival of New England — from the friendly faces (and animals!) to the bustling crowds and cozy booth chats. We’re also sharing what’s coming up next at the mill, including our upcoming Open Houses, the return of our Surprise Bags, and an exciting Celebration Bag giveaway on Instagram. Tune in for all the festival vibes and mill news! 01:05 - Fiber Festival of New England recap 01:49 - Meet the animals of FFNE 13:53 - Opening crowds 15:08 - Festival montage 23:38 - Booth interviews 34:13 - Upcoming Open Houses 35:37 - Surprise bags are back! 37:36 - Celebration bag giveaway on Instagram Links: Surprise Bags DK: https://junctionfibermill.com/products/surprise-bag Surprise Bags Sport: https://junctionfibermill.com/products/surprise-bag-sport-weight | |||
| Millcast Episode 154: 'Tis the Season for Sheep Stockings | 28 Jan 2026 | 00:25:10 | |
This week is filled with all things Fiber Festival recovery, Holiday prep, and Farm & Fiber Retreat excitement. Tune in to hear more! Chapters: 01:21 - What we’re wearing03:15 - Garthenor Organic Skein05:46 - Post-Rhinebeck dinner in Tivoli07:25 - Seasonal color here09:25 - Sheep Stocking Bundle12:37 - Retreat spots on sale today!13:26 - Retreat pricing14:19 - How to share a room16:14 - Mill tour21:22 - What we’re knitting23:36 - Upcoming eventsMentioned in the Millcast: - What we're wearing: - Amanda: 'The Scarf that has no name' in Making Tracks Stick Season - https://junctionfibermill.com/products/making-tracks-stick-season - Peggy: ‘Smoked Orange Cardigan’ by Thea Coleman - https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/smoked-orange-cardigan - The pattern we were looking for last week: The Simply Ribbed Shrug by Purl Soho - https://www.purlsoho.com/create/2024/02/28/simple-ribbed-shrug- Sheep Stocking Bundles: https://junctionfibermill.com/collections/sheep-stocking-bundle - Traditional: https://junctionfibermill.com/collections/sheep-stocking-bundle/products/sheep-stocking-bundle-traditional - Winter Night: https://junctionfibermill.com/products/sheep-stocking-bundle-winter-night - Merry & Bright: https://junctionfibermill.com/products/sheep-stocking-bundle-merry-bright- Farm & Fiber Retreat Tickets: https://junctionfibermill.com/pages/retreat- Fiber Festival of New England and Upcoming Open Houses: https://junctionfibermill.com/pages/events | |||
| Millcast Episode 153: NYSW/Rhinebeck 2025 | 28 Jan 2026 | 00:28:49 | |
Join us for a behind-the-scenes recap of our weekend at the New York Sheep & Wool Festival (aka Rhinebeck)! We share what it’s like from a vendor’s perspective, highlight some festival moments in a montage, and relive the fun of our Florence Sweater Knit-Along meetup on the hill. 01:55 - Getting to Rhinebeck 02:53 - Where did you find the key, Peg? 03:30 - A Woolen Affair 04:37 - Booth setup 05:16 - A rushed dinner 06:47 - MONTAGE!! 09:05 - Day 2 11:08 - KAL Meetup 15:38 - Thoughts on the overall vibe 17:16 - What we’re wearing 19:32 - End of the day 22:12 - Peg’s purchase 25:18 - Inventory warning 26:35 - Upcoming events 26:47 - Cider doughnuts online 27:17 - Retreat spots open up next week, 10/28 28:26 - Next Open Houses Links Making Tracks Cider Doughnuts: https://junctionfibermill.com/products/making-tracks-cider-doughnuts 2026 Retreat Info: https://junctionfibermill.com/pages/retreat | |||