Junction Fiber Mill Millcast

Junction Fiber Mill
  • 5.0 (3)
  • Hobbies
  • Updated Weekly

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. 5d ago

    Millcast Episode 184: Very Cherry + The Woolly Thistle

    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/

    39 min

  2. May 19

    Millcast Episode 183: Farm Fresh Gotland + Meet Leah

    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: Farm Fresh Gotland (70% Gotland 30% Montadale Cheviot)Leah’s book recommendation: Threads of Empire by Dorothy Armstrong - https://www.norwichbookstore.com/item/MWp_c1qAP1z8AwTX2vGm2gWhat Leah’s knitting:  LO·KI by Lív Ulven - https://www.ravelry.co m/patterns/library/loki-cardiganWhat Peggy’s knitting: Rhue Sweater by Rebeca Cloe (The CreaBrea) - https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/rhue-sweaterUpcoming Events: https://junctionfibermill.comOpen House: Sat, May 23rd from 10am-1pm

    19 min

  3. May 12

    Millcast Episode 182: Mystery Bags

    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: Mystery BagsWhat Todd’s wearing: Dustland Sweater by Stephen West - https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/dustland-sweaterBen Ogden’s Mittens: Joan Mittens by Isabella Brewer - https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/joan-mittens?buy=1Upcoming Events: https://junctionfibermill.comOpen House: Sat, May 23rd from 10am-1pm

    46 min

  4. Apr 28

    Millcast Episode 180: Mother's Day Gift Bundles

    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: Mother’s Day Gift BundlesMaggie Burton’s brand Mae by Hand - https://www.maebyhand.comWhat Peggy’s wearing: Hudson Valley Cider by Thea Colman - https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/hudson-valley-ciderUpcoming events: https://junctionfibermill.com/pages/events  Maryland Sheep & Wool Festival: Sat-Sun, May 2-3

    24 min

  5. Apr 21

    Millcast Episode 179: Porch Light

    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: Making Tracks Lite: Porch LightWhat Elise is knitting: Bandidas by Emilie Luis - https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/bandidasWhat Else Elise is knitting: A self-drafted hat, similar to the Musselburgh by Ysolda Teague - https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/musselburghMark your calendars for the re-launch of Very Cherry on May 26thUpcoming events: https://junctionfibermill.com/pages/events  Open House: Sat, April 25Maryland Sheep & Wool Festival: Sat-Sun, May 2-3

    29 min

  6. Apr 14

    Millcast Episode 178: Ovis Hat Bundles

    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: Ovis Hat BundlesWhat Liz’s wearing: The Field Sweater by Camilla Vad  - https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/field-sweaterWhat Peggy’s wearing: The Florence Sweater by Eleanor Mortensen - https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/the-florence-sweaterLiz’s knit collection:Lamina by Nora Gaughan - https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/lamina-5The Eye Dazzler by Jennifer Berg -https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/eye-dazzler-sweaterVintage Flannel by Anna Johanna - https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/vintage-flannelVariations Cowl No 2 by Tif Neilan - https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/variations-cowl-no-2The Florence Sweater by Eleanor Mortensen - https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/the-florence-sweater Upcoming events: https://junctionfibermill.com/pages/events  Open House: Sat, April 25Maryland Sheep & Wool Festival: Sat-Sun, May 2-3

    26 min

  7. Apr 7

    Millcast Episode 177: Knit for Food

    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: Making Tracks Lite: Knit for FoodJoin our Knit for Food Knit-A-Thon team - https://givebutter.com/knitforfood26/junction-fiber-mill-1/junctionfibermillWhat Peggy’s wearing: Silverlining by Jennifer Steingass - https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/silverliningWhat Logan’s wearing: The Alias Sweater by Logan Laine Knits - Pattern coming soon!What Peggy is knitting: Rhue Sweater by Rebeca Cloe (The CreaBrea) - https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/rhue-sweaterWhat Logan is knitting: The Sophie Hood by PetiteKnit - https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/sophie-hoodLogan’s 3D-modeled  stitches @LoganLaineKnits on Instagram and TikTokUpcoming events: https://junctionfibermill.com/pages/events    Knit for Food Knit-A-Thon: Sat, April 11Open House: Sat, April 25Maryland Sheep & Wool Festival: Sat-Sun, May 2-3

    26 min

  8. Mar 31

    Millcast Episode 176: Sugar on Snow

    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: Sugar on SnowJoin our Knit for Food Knit-A-Thon team - https://givebutter.com/knitforfood26/junction-fiber-mill-1/junctionfibermillWhat Todd’s wearing: Dr. G’s Memory Vest by Kirsten Kapur - https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/dr-gs-memory-vest What Peggy’s wearing: Ghost Horses by Caitlin Hunter (Boyland Knitworks) - https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/ghost-horsesUpcoming events: https://junctionfibermill.com/pages/events    Knit for Food Knit-A-Thon: Sat, April 11Open House: Sat, April 25

    18 min
See All (42)

Ratings & Reviews

5
out of 5
3 Ratings

About

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.

Information

  • Creator
    Junction Fiber Mill
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    42
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Junction Fiber Mill
  • Show Website
    Junction Fiber Mill Millcast

You Might Also Like