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A video podcast from Junction Fiber Mill. Get a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to make yarn at our mill in Vermont. Hosted by Amanda & Peg.

  1. Millcast Episode 169: Mill Blend

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    Millcast Episode 169: Mill Blend

    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: Mill Blend: Blues Mix What Peggy’s wearing: Smoked Orange Cardigan by Thea Colman - https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/smoked-orange-cardiganWhat Amanda’s wearing: Silver Lining Sweater by Jennifer Steingass - https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/silverlining Colorway: Zinnia - https://junctionfibermill.com/products/making-tracks-zinniaWhat Peggy is knitting: Rhue Sweater by Rebeca Cloe (The CreaBrea) - https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/rhue-sweaterWhat Amanda is knitting: The Frankie Sweater by PetiteKnit - https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/frankie-sweater-2Upcoming events: https://junctionfibermill.com/pages/events New England Farm & Fiber: Sun, February 8Open House: Sat, February 14Wayland Farm Fiber Dats: Sun, March 8

    27 min
  2. Millcast Episode 168: The Hanker

    FEB 3

    Millcast Episode 168: The Hanker

    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

    28 min
  3. Millcast Episode 167: Love Letter

    JAN 29

    Millcast Episode 167: Love Letter

    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

    29 min
  4. Millcast Episode 166: Shawl Bundles

    JAN 29

    Millcast Episode 166: Shawl Bundles

    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

    45 min
  5. Millcast Episode 165: Heathered Gems

    JAN 29

    Millcast Episode 165: Heathered Gems

    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

    30 min
  6. Millcast Episode 164: Very Cherry

    JAN 29

    Millcast Episode 164: Very Cherry

    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

    21 min
  7. Millcast Episode 163: The Last Millcast of 2025

    JAN 29

    Millcast Episode 163: The Last Millcast of 2025

    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

    23 min
  8. Millcast Episode 162: Romney Reveal

    JAN 29

    Millcast Episode 162: Romney Reveal

    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

    28 min
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A video podcast from Junction Fiber Mill. Get a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to make yarn at our mill in Vermont. Hosted by Amanda & Peg.

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  • Creator
    Junction Fiber Mill
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    28
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © Junction Fiber Mill
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