
Cast On began on Monday, 31 October, 2005, founded on nothing more than the desire to talk about knitting to people who get it. Since then, the podcast has evolved to focus on finding inspiration in the ordinary, using it to kick start the process of making stuff, and finding ways to carve out the creative time and space that allows you to work your ass off on the projects that matter most to you.... more
| Publishes | Infrequently | Episodes | 213 | Founded | 20 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Society & CultureCraftsPersonal JournalsLeisure | |||

Trimethoprim for a UTI. Seven days. By day three, everything was hysterically funny. By day five, I could hear things that weren’t there. By week two, I couldn’t track yarn overs in garter stitch. Garter stitch.
The projects on my needles when my br... more
Zabava Shorties disasters. The signs were there. Sometimes, you need to break up with a sock pattern. “It’s not you, it’s me. I don’t like you anymore.” Meanwhile, the Peppermint Pocket Skirt delivers enormous pockets perfect for sock projects, and R... more
It's been a week of finishes and new beginnings. Off the needles, I've completed a Malabrigo hat and love the color pooling. You don’t hear me say that very often.
I've finally finished my Amande socks—though I must say I rather hated working both t... more
Finishing socks, saving the yarn, new projects from old, planning the perfect colourwork sweater, plus a bit of theoretical physics to prove what knitters already know: knitting is magic.
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I loved the song at the end !!!!
Beautiful!!!❤️❤️❤️
I crochet. I do not knit. Despite these facts, I have listened to almost every single episode…that is how awesome Brenda is. Thanks from a non-knitter sib 💜
The author has a considered agenda for each episode, and weaves in stories about people, place and design. Also a little music, each episode has something to twinkle about.
This podcast brings joy to my day. Brenda’s calming voice, intelligence, wit and honesty are so delightful. It is about knitting, but also crafting in general, life, challenges and more. Thank you Brenda for allowing us to be part of your life and giving sharing your thoughts on life and yes of course, knitting!
I have been a listener since this podcast began. So many circumstances of my life have changed over the long years, but I am always a knitter. I have been so happy that Brenda relaunched the podcast, and I find it as engaging and inspiring as I did in the beginning.
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A warm, craft-forward show that blends knitting, sewing, and fiber arts with personal storytelling and mindful making. Episodes often pair practical technique discussions with broader reflections on creativity, design, sustainability, and living with intention, all delivered in a calming, engaging voice. The host weaves in life experiences, travel, and community insights, making it feel like a conversation with a knowledgeable friend who can teach, inspire, and entertain. Notable strengths include a strong sense of identity around craft, generous storytelling, and a welcoming, inclusive atmosphere that appeals to longtime makers and newcomers alike.
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Cast On launched 20 years ago and published 213 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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