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.
Millcast Episdoe 203: Vermont Sheep & Wool Festival and Smuggler's Notch
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:
Smuggler’s Notch
DK - https://junctionfibermill.com/products/making-tracks-smugglers-notch (https://junctionfibermill.com/products/making-tracks-smugglers-notch)
Lite - https://junctionfibermill.com/products/making-tracks-lite-smugglers-notch (https://junctionfibermill.com/products/making-tracks-lite-smugglers-notch)
What we’re knitting: 11:11 Sweater by Logan Laine - https://ravel.me/1111n-2 (https://ravel.me/1111n-2)
Join the 2026 Knit Along - https://junctionfibermill.com/pages/kal (https://junctionfibermill.com/pages/kal)
11:11 Mittens by Logan Laine - https://ravel.me/1111-mittens (https://ravel.me/1111-mittens)
Upcoming Events: https://junctionfibermill.com/events (https://junctionfibermill.com/events)
New York Sheep & Wool Festival - October 17th and 18th
Fiber Festival of New England - November 7th and 8th
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
29 Sept 2026
Millcast Episode 202: Cauldron & Candy Bundles
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:
Cauldron Halloween Bundles -
What Peggy’s wearing: The Florence Sweater by Elenor Mortensen - https://ravel.me/the-florence-sweater (https://ravel.me/the-florence-sweater)
What we’re knitting: 11:11 Sweater by Logan Laine - https://ravel.me/1111n-2 (https://ravel.me/1111n-2)
Join the 2026 Knit Along - https://junctionfibermill.com/pages/kal (https://junctionfibermill.com/pages/kal)
11:11 Mittens by Logan Laine - https://ravel.me/1111-mittens (https://ravel.me/1111-mittens)
Amanda’s book recommendation: Whistler by Ann Patchett - https://norwichbookstore.com/item/NwJRrIA-YOprXxUdwL8uGQ (https://norwichbookstore.com/item/NwJRrIA-YOprXxUdwL8uGQ)
Upcoming Events: https://junctionfibermill.com/events (https://junctionfibermill.com/events)
Vermont Sheep & Wool Festival - October 3rd and 4th
New York Sheep & Wool Festival - October 17th and 18th
Fiber Festival of New England - November 7th and 8th
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
22 Sept 2026
Millcast Episode 201: Hunting Season DK
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:
Hunting Season Pink - https://junctionfibermill.com/products/roots-hunting-season-pink (https://junctionfibermill.com/products/roots-hunting-season-pink)
Hunting Season Orange - https://junctionfibermill.com/products/roots-hunting-season (https://junctionfibermill.com/products/roots-hunting-season)
What we’re wearing: Murano Square Bandana by Susan Ashcroft - https://ravel.me/murano-squares-bandana (https://ravel.me/murano-squares-bandana)
What Liz is knitting:
Peach Bourbon Tea by Thea Coleman - https://ravel.me/peach-bourbon-tea (https://ravel.me/peach-bourbon-tea)
Polina Pullover by Teti Lusak - https://ravel.me/polina-pullover (https://ravel.me/polina-pullover)
What Amanda’s knitting: 11:11 by Logan Laine - https://ravel.me/1111n-2 (https://ravel.me/1111n-2)
Join the 2026 Knit Along - https://junctionfibermill.com/pages/kal (https://junctionfibermill.com/pages/kal)
Liz’s favorite project bags
Tom Bihn Swift Knitting Bag - https://www.tombihn.com/products/swift?srsltid=AU7gw4XtDUgq4SqYepgmhGcLl-3K96xeoJdvlI_2qtjShBDyAcLB5yrb&variant=44857607356605 (https://www.tombihn.com/products/swift?srsltid=AU7gw4XtDUgq4SqYepgmhGcLl-3K96xeoJdvlI_2qtjShBDyAcLB5yrb&variant=44857607356605)
Della Q Knitting Backpack - https://dellaq.com/collections/backpacks/products/makers-canvas-backpack-olive (https://dellaq.com/collections/backpacks/products/makers-canvas-backpack-olive)
Artifact Knitting and Crochet Project Tote Bag - https://artifactbags.com/products/knitting-yarn-bag?variant=48967651885278 (https://artifactbags.com/products/knitting-yarn-bag?variant=48967651885278)
Twig & Horn Waxed Canvas Bucket Bag - https://quinceandco.com/collections/twig-and-horn/products/waxed-canvas-bucket-bag?variant=51261212459329 (https://quinceandco.com/collections/twig-and-horn/products/waxed-canvas-bucket-bag?variant=51261212459329)
Madder Root Wax and Wool Trundle Bag - https://madderroot.com/products/wax-and-wool-trundle-bag-hemlock (https://madderroot.com/products/wax-and-wool-trundle-bag-hemlock)
Nantucket Diddy Bagg - https://nantucketbagg.com/collections/all/products/canvas-tool-bag-nantucket?variant=7305290945 (https://nantucketbagg.com/collections/all/products/canvas-tool-bag-nantucket?variant=7305290945)
Junction Fiber Mill Tote - https://junctionfibermill.com/collections/merch/products/mill-tote (https://junctionfibermill.com/collections/merch/products/mill-tote)
Mabel Style Origami Tote - https://mabelstyle.com (https://mabelstyle.com)
Scout Waterproof Tote - https://scoutbags.com (https://scoutbags.com)
Re:Designed Project - https://redesignedproject.dk/en (https://redesignedproject.dk/en)
Liz’s favorite notions
Thread and Maple Notions Clutch - https://www.threadandmaple.com/products/notions-clutch?variant=34416836837509 (https://www.threadandmaple.com/products/notions-clutch?variant=34416836837509)
Thread and Maple Needle Binder - https://www.threadandmaple.com/collections/needle-binder-builder (https://www.threadandmaple.com/collections/needle-binder-builder)
Katrinkles Stitch Markers - https://katrinkles.com/collections/stitch-markers?page=1 (https://katrinkles.com/collections/stitch-markers?page=1)
Allstitch Studio Stitch Markers - https://allstitchstudio.com (https://allstitchstudio.com)
Twice Sheared Sheep Gauge Ruler - https://twiceshearedsheep.com/products/quick-gauge-ruler-copy (https://twiceshearedsheep.com/products/quick-gauge-ruler-copy)
EZ PZ Magnified Gauge Ruler - https://www.thecraftivist.com/products/ez-pz-gauge-ruler?srsltid=AU7gw4UM68y4zCzPiF8-VB4fOdLnq1iIGdu_h0KW2gEm9IHo3172ZmNm (https://www.thecraftivist.com/products/ez-pz-gauge-ruler?srsltid=AU7gw4UM68y4zCzPiF8-VB4fOdLnq1iIGdu_h0KW2gEm9IHo3172ZmNm)
Barber Cord by the roll
Glocusent Knitting Neck Light - https://glocusent.com/products/glocusent-eyecaring-led-neck-reading-light-gray (https://glocusent.com/products/glocusent-eyecaring-led-neck-reading-light-gray)
Liz and Amanda’s Festival Tips
Be prepared with patterns you want to make (ideally printed!) There may not be wifi, so you want to know what yarn weight and yardage you need
What to bring
Notebook, pen, and calculator
Water bottle and snack in case the food lines are long
Electrolyte drinks
Bandana
Big bag
Camera for collecting inspiration
Take breaks!
Upcoming Events: https://junctionfibermill.com/events (https://junctionfibermill.com/events)
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
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