Girlfriends Knitting is a cozy corner of the internet where yarn, friendship, and real life intertwine. This podcast is for women who love to knit—but also love honest conversation. The kind that happens when your hands are busy, your guard is down, and the truth slips out between stitches. Hosted by Dr. Carolyn Warren Wiley of Rose & Pearl Publishing, Girlfriends Knitting is part knitting circle, part living room chat. We talk about creativity, faith, motherhood, work, rest, calling, and the small, quiet moments that shape a life—without pretending everything is tidy or finished. You don’t need to be an expert knitter. You don’t even need to be holding needles. You just need a longing for connection, beauty, and meaningful conversation that feels like sitting across from a friend who gets it. Pull up a chair. Grab your yarn (or your coffee). This is your invitation to slow down, make something with your hands, and remember you’re not doing life alone.
Shortly after I filmed this episode, I found out that my dad had died, and I needed to run to Dallas to be with my family. The quilt I show that I made for my brother became extra meaningful when I gave it to him. Thank you all for your condolences and prayers during this time. Welcome to Girlfriends Knitting—with Dr. Carolyn Warren Wiley, founder of Rose & Pearl Publishing—where faith, family, and yarn meet in conversation. Whether you’re stitching your first scarf or your hundredth, knit with us, laugh with us, and grow in connection. Subscribe for cozy chats, patterns, and encouragement that feels like friends in your living room. (Note that Seasons 1 and 2 were filmed in 2010-2012, prior to Carolyn's radical transformation in Christ. Season 3 was filmed in 2023, after she was married with a precious little girl. Season 4 is coming that is current.) Find out more at https://girlfriendsknitting.com
All About Toes
30 min
NOTE: I had not learned about the school shootings in CT when I recorded today. My thoughts are with the families. Welcome to Girlfriends Knitting—with Dr. Carolyn Warren Wiley, founder of Rose & Pearl Publishing—where faith, family, and yarn meet in conversation. Whether you’re stitching your first scarf or your hundredth, knit with us, laugh with us, and grow in connection. Subscribe for cozy chats, patterns, and encouragement that feels like friends in your living room. (Note that Seasons 1 and 2 were filmed in 2010-2012, prior to Carolyn's radical transformation in Christ. Season 3 was filmed in 2023, after she was married with a precious little girl. Season 4 is coming that is current.) Find out more at https://girlfriendsknitting.com
Catching Up
21 min
No show notes for this week. Dad is still in the hospital. Welcome to Girlfriends Knitting—with Dr. Carolyn Warren Wiley, founder of Rose & Pearl Publishing—where faith, family, and yarn meet in conversation. Whether you’re stitching your first scarf or your hundredth, knit with us, laugh with us, and grow in connection. Subscribe for cozy chats, patterns, and encouragement that feels like friends in your living room. (Note that Seasons 1 and 2 were filmed in 2010-2012, prior to Carolyn's radical transformation in Christ. Season 3 was filmed in 2023, after she was married with a precious little girl. Season 4 is coming that is current.) Find out more at https://girlfriendsknitting.com
Thanksgiving
28 min
Show Notes: News and Notes - Ok, it may not be Thanksgiving anymore, but I have so much to be thankful for, I had to spend some time telling you "thank you". Thank you to everyone here and on plurk for your love, prayers, and support. Thank you to jetgirl1313 for the gorgeous Hour Glass Cardigan pattern. Thank you to my fill-in podcasters: ShanthiDragon, Fifikins, lkmemphis, ekaterin4luv. Thank you for the RAPs: Jackie-Knits, franciscangypsy, mad79, BetsyK. Thank you to my knitting BFF, Dawn aka knittinwolf, for the wonderful hug in the form of a beautiful shawl. You know I love you!! Thank you to Amy (my SO) for the generous donation to the CAC for me to have the beautiful shawl by AnnetteK18. And thank you to Annette, and all of you who sent donations to the CAC. It was a huge success, and they had enough donations to have another event soon! Love and hugs to the family of knitpurlgurl. We love you and miss you, Karrie. Finished Objects - Sunday BBQ socks Hat for Daddy - my own design Works in Progress - Pink Sugarplums socks Boatneck sweater Swatches for knitting class homework Rocky Coast Cardigan (Crazy Zombie Squirrel KAL/Sweater KAL) Spectra by Stephen West for Mom Frog/Turtle (SSK KAL) Acquisitions - Desert Vista Dyeworks custom order in the M.I.C. sock yarn Bon Fiber in the London fog colorway - will be socks for Christen Keegan Lane - My Beautiful Wickedness Fiber Welcome to Girlfriends Knitting—with Dr. Carolyn Warren Wiley, founder of Rose & Pearl Publishing—where faith, family, and yarn meet in conversation. Whether you’re stitching your first scarf or your hundredth, knit with us, laugh with us, and grow in connection. Subscribe for cozy chats, patterns, and encouragement that feels like friends in your living room. (Note that Seasons 1 and 2 were filmed in 2010-2012, prior to Carolyn's radical transformation in Christ. Season 3 was filmed in 2023, after she was married with a precious little girl. Season 4 is coming that is current.) Find out more at https://girlfriendsknitting.com
Christmas Crazy
29 min
Show Notes: News and Notes - A long episode where I am talking all about my crazy Christmas knitting plans! 2 sweaters, 3 socks, two toys, one huge shawl….crazy!! Thanks to Rowlesgirl for her gorgeous shawl for the CAC. SOCK-TOBER!! I got three pairs of socks finished. Give away yarn and buttons! Finished Objects - Mystery Rainbow pencil roving is now a gorgeous single-ply fingering yarn using the new woolly winder, sock hat for the CAC donations. Works in Progress - Sunday BBQ socks Pink Sugarplums socks Boatneck sweater Swatches for knitting class homework Rocky Coast Cardigan (Crazy Zombie Squirrel KAL/Sweater KAL) Spectra Frog/Turtle (SSK KAL) Fitness - Weight-loss: lots of good food, and lots of walking at Rhinebeck. Gym since Rhinebeck, need to get knee checked on. Missed two WW meetings, I must attend meetings!! I am a food addict! Welcome to Girlfriends Knitting—with Dr. Carolyn Warren Wiley, founder of Rose & Pearl Publishing—where faith, family, and yarn meet in conversation. Whether you’re stitching your first scarf or your hundredth, knit with us, laugh with us, and grow in connection. Subscribe for cozy chats, patterns, and encouragement that feels like friends in your living room. (Note that Seasons 1 and 2 were filmed in 2010-2012, prior to Carolyn's radical transformation in Christ. Season 3 was filmed in 2023, after she was married with a precious little girl. Season 4 is coming that is current.) Find out more at https://girlfriendsknitting.com
Rhinebeck Roundup
28 min
Show Notes: News and Notes - It is a Rhinebeck Roundup - complete with video clips with guest stars Mom, aka SpunCotton, and Dad (he’s not on Ravelry…he is not a social media person)! Yay for 500! give away. PM with your address if you are one of the winners. ;) Goodies from The Knitting Garage at A.L. Stickle’s, which you can read more about here, for the Sock-tober giveaway next week. I couldn’t remember the name of the prints on the podcast, but here is a link. Sheep Incognito. Podcaster meetup, where I met so many people! You will just have to watch to hear the list. It was that many people. Wooly winder from the parental units for Christmas! YAY! Works in Progress - knee-length vanilla socks (Christmas present), a “Flying Geese” square for the KnitGirllls afghan square swap a hat for the Silent Auction for the Healing Hearts Child Advocacy Center. Welcome to Girlfriends Knitting—with Dr. Carolyn Warren Wiley, founder of Rose & Pearl Publishing—where faith, family, and yarn meet in conversation. Whether you’re stitching your first scarf or your hundredth, knit with us, laugh with us, and grow in connection. Subscribe for cozy chats, patterns, and encouragement that feels like friends in your living room. (Note that Seasons 1 and 2 were filmed in 2010-2012, prior to Carolyn's radical transformation in Christ. Season 3 was filmed in 2023, after she was married with a precious little girl. Season 4 is coming that is current.) Find out more at https://girlfriendsknitting.com
Heading to Rhinebeck
16 min
Show Notes: News and Notes - Thank you for the sweet note from Kate who won the stitch markers. 500 members! Will draw for prizes next week. Finished Objects - Stripy knee socks in Red Heart and Sole Weeba by Amy Spindler, out of Red Heart in Pink camp and leftover yarn from Gemini sweater. I modified the pattern to make a dress instead of a sweater. I gave the pattern to Amy. Works in Progress - Boatneck Sweater for Chelsie for Christmas Sunday BBQ socks out of Lorna's Lace's solemate in the Zombie BBQ colorway. Fitness - Lost one pound Color Run was awesome! Welcome to Girlfriends Knitting—with Dr. Carolyn Warren Wiley, founder of Rose & Pearl Publishing—where faith, family, and yarn meet in conversation. Whether you’re stitching your first scarf or your hundredth, knit with us, laugh with us, and grow in connection. Subscribe for cozy chats, patterns, and encouragement that feels like friends in your living room. (Note that Seasons 1 and 2 were filmed in 2010-2012, prior to Carolyn's radical transformation in Christ. Season 3 was filmed in 2023, after she was married with a precious little girl. Season 4 is coming that is current.) Find out more at https://girlfriendsknitting.com
Stickers for Rhinebeck
12 min
Show Notes: News and Notes - Ordered stickers for Rhinebeck instead of buttons, and they look great. The first ten to request a sticker in the Ravelry thread will be sent one. Sock-tober KAL Next week I am heading to Rhinebeck! Finished Objects - Test knit for Megan - Bipartisan socks NEW crocheted premie blanket. Works in Progress - Stripy knee socks in Red Heart and Sole Boatneck Sweater for Chelsie for Christmas Fitness - Bad week for weight-loss WW meeting is tonight Color Run is Saturday morning! I am very nervous. Welcome to Girlfriends Knitting—with Dr. Carolyn Warren Wiley, founder of Rose & Pearl Publishing—where faith, family, and yarn meet in conversation. Whether you’re stitching your first scarf or your hundredth, knit with us, laugh with us, and grow in connection. Subscribe for cozy chats, patterns, and encouragement that feels like friends in your living room. (Note that Seasons 1 and 2 were filmed in 2010-2012, prior to Carolyn's radical transformation in Christ. Season 3 was filmed in 2023, after she was married with a precious little girl. Season 4 is coming that is current.) Find out more at https://girlfriendsknitting.com
Socktober
21 min
Show Notes: News and Notes - Ordered stickers for Rhinebeck instead of buttons Sock-tober KAL Finished Objects - Socks for Stacy Works in Progress - Test knit for Megan - Bipartisan socks Boatneck Sweater for Chelsie for Christmas NEW premie blanket. Dogs destroyed the first one, so this one is crocheted. Fitness - Next week is the Color Run! ShanthiDragon is running next week too. WW meeting was awesome. The leader was great, very diverse group. Welcome to Girlfriends Knitting—with Dr. Carolyn Warren Wiley, founder of Rose & Pearl Publishing—where faith, family, and yarn meet in conversation. Whether you’re stitching your first scarf or your hundredth, knit with us, laugh with us, and grow in connection. Subscribe for cozy chats, patterns, and encouragement that feels like friends in your living room. (Note that Seasons 1 and 2 were filmed in 2010-2012, prior to Carolyn's radical transformation in Christ. Season 3 was filmed in 2023, after she was married with a precious little girl. Season 4 is coming that is current.) Find out more at https://girlfriendsknitting.com
Food Hangover
18 min
Show Notes: News and Notes - Thank you so much to flanders for the amazing box of goodies. Thank you, Charlotte for the surprise yarn bowl Drew prizes for the UFO KAL Ordered stickers for Rhinebeck. Several KAL's coming up - Whatcha Swatchin' Never Have I Ever, LoKAL with The Fat Squirrel Speaks. No finished objects. Works in Progress - Socks for Stacy (I ripped out the violets. Colorwork is not for me yet.) Test knit for Megan - Bipartisan socks Boatneck Sweater for Chelsie for Christmas Premie blanket for the 3 stitches podcast blanket drive Fitness - Food Hangover Second weight watchers meeting tonight Welcome to Girlfriends Knitting—with Dr. Carolyn Warren Wiley, founder of Rose & Pearl Publishing—where faith, family, and yarn meet in conversation. Whether you’re stitching your first scarf or your hundredth, knit with us, laugh with us, and grow in connection. Subscribe for cozy chats, patterns, and encouragement that feels like friends in your living room. (Note that Seasons 1 and 2 were filmed in 2010-2012, prior to Carolyn's radical transformation in Christ. Season 3 was filmed in 2023, after she was married with a precious little girl. Season 4 is coming that is current.) Find out more at https://girlfriendsknitting.com
Prizes Interrupted
24 min
Show Notes: News and Notes - Ok - this week's episode was full of interruptions, but I have hopefully got those edited out. Also, it took me until the second try to figure out to "flip" the camera so that the writing was correct when I showed a label on the screen! Oops! Next week will be better. At least I think this week's audio and video are in sync! Please let me know if they are not. Also, I am not sure what that funny background noise is. Sorry! Let's move back the UFO contest one week so I can give away prizes next week, too!! So if you haven't gotten those UFOs in, please post in the UFO thread. Drew prizes for the Color Affection KAL Finished Objects - Koi in blender socks for Veronika out of Tempted yarn Cat's in the Cradle pattern was published! The sample shown is in Bernat Baby Jaquards in Rosebud colorway on US 5. Works in Progress - Socks for Stacy (I ripped out the violets. Colorwork is not for me yet.) Test knit for Megan - Bipartisan socks Boatneck Sweater for Chelsie for Christmas Welcome to Girlfriends Knitting—with Dr. Carolyn Warren Wiley, founder of Rose & Pearl Publishing—where faith, family, and yarn meet in conversation. Whether you’re stitching your first scarf or your hundredth, knit with us, laugh with us, and grow in connection. Subscribe for cozy chats, patterns, and encouragement that feels like friends in your living room. (Note that Seasons 1 and 2 were filmed in 2010-2012, prior to Carolyn's radical transformation in Christ. Season 3 was filmed in 2023, after she was married with a precious little girl. Season 4 is coming that is current.) Find out more at https://girlfriendsknitting.com
Prizes in the mail
4 min
Show Notes: News and Notes - Found out about big technical difficulties with several of the last few episodes. The audio and video are out of sync. I figured out this was an iMovie issue, and I am researching how to fix this issue for future episodes and how to correct the issue in the back episodes. I will put up a blog post with more details and update you there. Racing Hearts prizes were mailed out. Color Affection KAL ends next week. Finished Objects - Abalone for Stockinette Zombie KAL out of Berroco Boboli. Welcome to Girlfriends Knitting—with Dr. Carolyn Warren Wiley, founder of Rose & Pearl Publishing—where faith, family, and yarn meet in conversation. Whether you’re stitching your first scarf or your hundredth, knit with us, laugh with us, and grow in connection. Subscribe for cozy chats, patterns, and encouragement that feels like friends in your living room. (Note that Seasons 1 and 2 were filmed in 2010-2012, prior to Carolyn's radical transformation in Christ. Season 3 was filmed in 2023, after she was married with a precious little girl. Season 4 is coming that is current.) Find out more at https://girlfriendsknitting.com
The HOs have Landed
21 min
Show Notes: No finished objects. Works in Progress - Baby Sock Aciqua by Dawn Wolfe of Wolfe Farms. Fun fast project. Sunday BBQ socks KOI in blender socks for Veronika Long stripy socks Violets for Stacy Abalone for Stockinette Zombie KAL Baby Blanket for 3 stitches blanket drive News and Notes - UFO contest. Random Drawing on Sept. 18. Color Affection KAL - two more weeks Lots of Racing Heart KAL goodness!! Welcome to Girlfriends Knitting—with Dr. Carolyn Warren Wiley, founder of Rose & Pearl Publishing—where faith, family, and yarn meet in conversation. Whether you’re stitching your first scarf or your hundredth, knit with us, laugh with us, and grow in connection. Subscribe for cozy chats, patterns, and encouragement that feels like friends in your living room. (Note that Seasons 1 and 2 were filmed in 2010-2012, prior to Carolyn's radical transformation in Christ. Season 3 was filmed in 2023, after she was married with a precious little girl. Season 4 is coming that is current.) Find out more at https://girlfriendsknitting.com
I'm a Gemini Dragon
22 min
Show Notes: Finished Objects - Gemini for the Stockinette Zombies KAL News and Notes - Eloise fleece was purchased from Blue Goose Farms just down the street for The Fat Squirrel LoKAL. Bought combs from Lois at Bountiful to process it myself. SSK sign-up Margaret Radcliff workshop with my local knitting guild in November. Color Affection shawl KAL wrap-up. Prizes for 500 member give-away Welcome to Girlfriends Knitting—with Dr. Carolyn Warren Wiley, founder of Rose & Pearl Publishing—where faith, family, and yarn meet in conversation. Whether you’re stitching your first scarf or your hundredth, knit with us, laugh with us, and grow in connection. Subscribe for cozy chats, patterns, and encouragement that feels like friends in your living room. (Note that Seasons 1 and 2 were filmed in 2010-2012, prior to Carolyn's radical transformation in Christ. Season 3 was filmed in 2023, after she was married with a precious little girl. Season 4 is coming that is current.) Find out more at https://girlfriendsknitting.com
All the socks
16 min
Show Notes: News and Notes - I am cheering for Amy Beth in the Sock the Vote contest. (Sorry to all the other podcasters. You are equally awesome, but I just love her campaigning!) Accreditation reports for work are wearing me out, but it is winding down, which makes me happy. Heading to Dallas soon for my nephew's birthday Finished Objects - TKGASS square 3 out of Berroco Vintage in the pea soup colorway. Dragon scales pattern Works in Progress - Koi in Blender socks for Veronika out of Tempted yarn in a "triangle" pattern Tall stripey socks out of Red Heart and Sole in the Spring stripes colorway Spinning - Finished the Anzula corriedale fiber in the Fire colorway. Calling the skein "When there's smoke". Amy has claimed it for a hat but says I have to design it. Acquisitions - HO bag and Ravengers t-shirt from ACME/Stockinette Zombies Safety eyes and toggles Prize for Color Affection KAL - necklace from Rainlover Knits Fitness - I haven't been working out this week. Too tired. Welcome to Girlfriends Knitting—with Dr. Carolyn Warren Wiley, founder of Rose & Pearl Publishing—where faith, family, and yarn meet in conversation. Whether you’re stitching your first scarf or your hundredth, knit with us, laugh with us, and grow in connection. Subscribe for cozy chats, patterns, and encouragement that feels like friends in your living room. (Note that Seasons 1 and 2 were filmed in 2010-2012, prior to Carolyn's radical transformation in Christ. Season 3 was filmed in 2023, after she was married with a precious little girl. Season 4 is coming that is current.) Find out more at https://girlfriendsknitting.com
Laziness as motivation
34 min
Show Notes: Finished Objects - Sewing actually, but project bags. Works in Progress - Socks for Stacy Plain vanilla socks Boogie Woogie Basil stuffy Gemini for the Stockinette Zombies KAL Sunday BBQ socks Enabling - Safety eyes and toggles More Wolfe Farms! Surprise for Color Affection KAL News and Notes - Review of this edition of Cast On magazine. Check out books by Molly Harper. Paranormal and hilarious! I am listening to the audiobooks. Thank you Suzanne for the pattern. Welcome to Girlfriends Knitting—with Dr. Carolyn Warren Wiley, founder of Rose & Pearl Publishing—where faith, family, and yarn meet in conversation. Whether you’re stitching your first scarf or your hundredth, knit with us, laugh with us, and grow in connection. Subscribe for cozy chats, patterns, and encouragement that feels like friends in your living room. (Note that Seasons 1 and 2 were filmed in 2010-2012, prior to Carolyn's radical transformation in Christ. Season 3 was filmed in 2023, after she was married with a precious little girl. Season 4 is coming that is current.) Find out more at https://girlfriendsknitting.com
Party Like a Rock Star
14 min
Show Notes: News and Notes - Please forgive the lighting issues with this week's episode. My fancy computer kept trying to color correct because of the bright spots. Sorry!! Finished Objects - Baby hats (Bernat in the BooBerries colorway) Wisteria Garden socks - my new pattern Works in Progress - Gemini TGKASS block three - Dragon scales in green Fields of Flowers for Stacy Boogie Woogie Basil stuffy Enabling - Monster kit from LYS auction Fitness - 2 more five-minute runs Color Run in 11 weeks! Welcome to Girlfriends Knitting—with Dr. Carolyn Warren Wiley, founder of Rose & Pearl Publishing—where faith, family, and yarn meet in conversation. Whether you’re stitching your first scarf or your hundredth, knit with us, laugh with us, and grow in connection. Subscribe for cozy chats, patterns, and encouragement that feels like friends in your living room. (Note that Seasons 1 and 2 were filmed in 2010-2012, prior to Carolyn's radical transformation in Christ. Season 3 was filmed in 2023, after she was married with a precious little girl. Season 4 is coming that is current.) Find out more at https://girlfriendsknitting.com
Party favors, yes please!
29 min
Show Notes: News and Notes - Thank you to fransicangypsy for the pattern. Check out her podcast. Color Affection KAL Racing Hearts KAL No finished objects. Works in Progress - Gemini - got needle Addi Turbo needle Abalone - is on hold right now because of the heat Spinning - Mountain Color fiber in the meadow colorway. Targee fiber Fitness - 2 days of workouts. 30 minutes each with 5 minutes of consecutive running. Hope to get in 4 days this week Enabling - Wolfe Farms soap Loop Batts! Goodies from the party at Hank of Yarn (my LYS) Welcome to Girlfriends Knitting—with Dr. Carolyn Warren Wiley, founder of Rose & Pearl Publishing—where faith, family, and yarn meet in conversation. Whether you’re stitching your first scarf or your hundredth, knit with us, laugh with us, and grow in connection. Subscribe for cozy chats, patterns, and encouragement that feels like friends in your living room. (Note that Seasons 1 and 2 were filmed in 2010-2012, prior to Carolyn's radical transformation in Christ. Season 3 was filmed in 2023, after she was married with a precious little girl. Season 4 is coming that is current.) Find out more at https://girlfriendsknitting.com
But wait there's more
17 min
Show Notes: Finished Objects - Color Affection shawl Zuzu's Petals - love this pattern. Used Froggy Monkey handspun yarn - fiber from Gnome Acres. Racing Hearts socks - prototype and out of the colorway yarn. Works in Progress - Gemini in Cascade Ultra Pima Cotton in a light pink for the Stockinette Zombies KAL. Fitness - Training for 5K not going well. Welcome to Girlfriends Knitting—with Dr. Carolyn Warren Wiley, founder of Rose & Pearl Publishing—where faith, family, and yarn meet in conversation. Whether you’re stitching your first scarf or your hundredth, knit with us, laugh with us, and grow in connection. Subscribe for cozy chats, patterns, and encouragement that feels like friends in your living room. (Note that Seasons 1 and 2 were filmed in 2010-2012, prior to Carolyn's radical transformation in Christ. Season 3 was filmed in 2023, after she was married with a precious little girl. Season 4 is coming that is current.) Find out more at https://girlfriendsknitting.com
Moving Offices so Once again on Friday
16 min
Show Notes: News and Notes - I have been moving offices. I will begin recording here during my lunch breaks. No finished objects. Works in Progress - C25K socks - Racing Hearts socks in Desert Vista Dyeworks colorway. Two options are available - Gray and Red Color Affection (KAL ends Sept. 18) Abalone cardigan by Hedgehog Fibers Upcoming - Zuzu's Petals knit in the Froggy Monkey colorway handspun from Gnome Acres. This was the pattern that won the viewer's vote. Gemini KAL with Stockinette Zombies. Knit in Cascade Ultra Pima in a light pink Fitness - Joined a gym Using the Ease into 5K app for my workouts Welcome to Girlfriends Knitting—with Dr. Carolyn Warren Wiley, founder of Rose & Pearl Publishing—where faith, family, and yarn meet in conversation. Whether you’re stitching your first scarf or your hundredth, knit with us, laugh with us, and grow in connection. Subscribe for cozy chats, patterns, and encouragement that feels like friends in your living room. (Note that Seasons 1 and 2 were filmed in 2010-2012, prior to Carolyn's radical transformation in Christ. Season 3 was filmed in 2023, after she was married with a precious little girl. Season 4 is coming that is current.) Find out more at https://girlfriendsknitting.com
