PJKnits Podcast - Episode 165

 Episode 166 is up on the PJKnits You Tube Channel.  You can watch it by, clicking

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This episode features things I learned while test knitting for a couple of designers.

Maker's Meetup 2026

 Another Maker's Meetup is in the books, and it was a fantastic one.  With around 145 makers, it was our largest ever, and others who couldn't make it, would have probably kicked us over the 150 mark.  We started out Thursday night, taking over the lobby of the Hilton Garden Inn in Hoffman Estates, Illinois with everyone coming in, checking in and getting a healthy dose of hugs.

Friday, both big conference rooms filled up with more hugs and lots of friends meeting again 

And new friends being made over knitting.

But, before they could find their seats, we had a little gift for all of the attendees, made by our dear, gracious, friend, Sandy, who made 150 of these special bags just for this year's meetup.

We always do some sort of KALs prior to the meetup which are always so fun and truly optional.  In past years, we have done a specific designer, a specific pattern and our fave colors, teals and turqs.  

Friday's theme was Knit Tees, Knitted or Printed and these lovely makers came through for this bit of fun.

Saturday the theme was Stripes, My New Favorite Color and we had such a fantastic array of knits for the KAL, a winner for sure.

All too soon it was over, with door prizes, laughs, snacks, making, sharing and looking forward to another Meetup in 2027.  

Kendra and I will see you there!  Thank you to everyone who came and supported us in all the many ways!! We love you.