iMake
By iMake
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Podcast Description
A Guernsey girl shares her love of everything creative and handmade. Episodes cover a wide variety of crafts including knitting, papercrafts, sewing, jewellery making, cooking, photography, gardening and much, much more. The show also includes a generous helping of Guernsey culture too. So go on, join in - share the handmade love and celebrate the sheer joy of making stuff.
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Episode 40 – Sarnia Cherie | This bumper episode of the iMake podcast is a feast of crafty, and indeed musical, goodness. In this show we dig out our sewing machines and gardening tools (tying not to get the 2 mixed up). We celebrate Guernsey's Liberation Day and consider ways to combat 'inspiration overload' over a cup of coffee. Friends of the show, Kate and Charles, also put in an appearance. So grab a work in progress, a glass of Pimms and join me for a crafty catch up. | 8 5 12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 39: Something a Bit Different | You'll hopefully know by now that I am taking part in the Third Annual Knitting and Crochet Blog Week. This bonus podcast episode is my day 5 post. It's 'a bit different' for a number of reasons, but you'll have to listen to the show to find out why. As well as some chat about blog week, I'll also feature some audio recorded during my recent visit to London to see the lovely Kate (aka KatesTwirl). I should warn listeners in advance that there is a lot of swooning over yarn and a fair bit of giggling! In an attempt to be serious, I will also try and comment on Guernsey's recent election. I hope you enjoy this bonus episode and I will aim to get another online at the beginning of May. Oooh, before I forget, if you'd like to check out other bloggers' posts about this topic, Google the code 3KCBWDAY5. | 27 4 12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 38 – Spring Stitching | In this episode we celebrate the arrival of spring with a little cross stitch chatter. There is a recap of my recent creative exploits as always, along with some recommendations of places to visit in Guernsey. Grab yourself a cuppa and a craft project and join me for a crafty catch up. | 1 4 12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 37 – Mixed Bag | This show is something of a mixed bag, hence the name! It has been a month since my last show and I have been getting up to all sorts. There is lots of knitting and a great deal of crafty chatter. This show features an interview with the lovely Isla, a new friend of the show, and we chat about handmade weddings. There is also some audio from me and hubby, recorded during our recent trip to the Channel Island of Jersey. So you know what to do... grab your current crafty work in progress and a large cuppa and join me for a crafty catch up! | 4 3 12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 36 – Chilly | In this episode Charles and I take you on the first of our audio tours of Guernsey. Hopefully there will be a few more of these (when it's a little less chilly out). I have some blog recommendations for you too, as well as an update on my recent creative exploits. So put on a pot of coffee, and some hand-knitted socks, and join me for some crafty chatter. | 5 2 12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 35 – Crafty Community | This is a bumper episode focusing on our wonderful crafty community. There's quite a bit of knitting (including a knitalong with the lovely Chloe and Kate), news on my ebook and some other crafty community recommendations. There is also an update on the forthcoming Guernsey Literary Potato Peel Pie Society movie. Sadly I didn't get the lead role, but have a listen to the show to find out who did! Grab a cup of something warm and comforting and join me for some crafty chatter. | 22 1 12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 34 – Resolutions | Happy new year and welcome to 2012! As I am returning from a short podcast break, I spend most of this episode catching listeners up with what I've been doing, as well as saying a few thank yous to the lovely people who contacted me during my break. I cover my recent (mostly knitted) creative exploits, touch on Christmas and then turn my attention to the new year. I share a few of my new year's resolutions and consider a few ways to ensure resolutions are kept. The Guernsey section of the show is all about the Guernsey Dairy. Let's catch up! | 8 1 12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 33 – Podcast in a Podcast | This show is something of a mixed bag and includes me interviewing myself, as well as a review of the Country Living Christmas event by the lovely Kate. There is also my recent creative exploits - this episode is simply bursting with crafty goodness! Please join in and share the handmade love. This is my last episode of 2011, so I will look forward to speaking to you again in early 2012. Merry Christmas! | 27 11 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 32 – That’s a Wrap | This episode kicks off with my recent creative exploits, including a knitted shawl crisis and a Christmas update. It also includes a giveaway, a special offer and lots of beer. (Honestly!) The main show topic is gift wrapping. So you know the drill - sit back, relax, grab your current crafty work in progress, and a beer if you like, and join in with the crafty banter. | 6 11 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 31 – Catch Up | It's been a few weeks since the last episode so this show is a something of a crafty catch up. There will, as always, be a works in progress update. Our roving reporter Kate tells us all about the Knitting and Stitching Show in London. Also you'll hear a little bit about my recent trip to Jersey. So grab a cuppa and let's settle down for a crafty catch up. | 22 10 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 30 – Universal Craft | This bumper episode explores ideas for 'man crafts' and concludes that there is really no such thing! Craft shouldn't be gender stereotyped. Craft is for all - it's universal. Charles is a guest on the show and we make Christmas cake soap and share crafty ideas. Charles is in charge of the Guernsey section of the show and it's all about dolmens. There is also a special offer for all podcast listeners and blog readers. So sit back, relax, grab a cuppa and enjoy the crafty banter. | 2 10 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 29 – And Sew On | Guess what this show is about? Yes, you guessed right - it's all about sewing. I have re-discovered my sewing machine so I wanted to share the sewing love! I also talk about my recent creative exploits and we learn a little Guernsey flag history. Grab a cuppa and join me for crafty goodness... | 11 9 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 28 – North Show Recap | This show is all about Guernsey's 2011 North Show and features co-host Chloe and new 'friend of the show' Janet. It includes audio recorded from the show as well as a little history. The show is wrapped up with our recent creative exploits (we thought we'd better include a little craft after virtually forgetting to mention it in the North Show section. Oops!) It also features a kazoo solo, a sonic screwdriver and a tarantula. Intrigued? You should be... | 25 8 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 27 – Charles in Charge | In this episode I am joined by a guest co-host - the lovely Charles. Most of this episode's content has been driven by Charles, hence the title 'Charles in Charge!' (Before you ask, no, it isn't an homage to the 80s American sitcom featuring Diagnosis Murder star, Scott Baio... although that is a thought for another episode...!) We chat about my recent creative exploits as well as Charles's recent culinary exploits, as he is known for being quite a foodie. We'll share recipes and cooking tips, as well as a food orientated Guernsey segment, with 'a twist'. Bon appetit. | 13 8 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 26 – Tapisserie de Bayeux | This is a mini episode of the podcast, not in the usual format, featuring me and hubby chatting about our recent visit to the Bayeux Tapestry in Bayeux, France. I hope you enjoy this brief (occasionally accurate) history lesson! | 11 8 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 25 – Button Love | This podcast episode is all about buttons (unsurprisingly!) It also includes an update on Martine's recent creative exploits (lots of knitting, a little gardening and some button related activity). There is an update on giveaways, a few podcast recommendations and the Guernsey section of the show is all about famous people associated with our little island. So sit back, relax and enjoy the show. | 27 7 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 24 – Knit Nation Recap | Welcome to episode 24, brought to you by me, Kate, Chloe and several fabulous guests. This episode recaps the excitement that is Knit Nation. It features lots of audio recorded before, during and after the event. I hope you enjoy it. | 18 7 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 23 – Countdown | It's time for episode 23, so grab a cuppa and a project then settle down to share some crafty goodness. In today's show we countdown to Knit Nation and summer holidays (hurrah!) There is also some chatter about ATCs (artists' trading cards), works in progress and the Guernsey cast on. You'll also hear a few cider-induced audio boos...! | 9 7 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 22 – Snap | Don't be fooled by the title, this episode has nothing to do with the fast and furious card game, snap! In this show your host Martine will update you on her recent creative exploits (mostly knitting with a little leather work thrown in), as well as offering up some hints and tips for photographing your handmade items. You'll also learn all about the famous Guernsey cow. Enjoy! | 26 6 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 21 – In a Spin | This is a mini episode of the iMake podcast including a recap of my recent creative exploits (including leather work) and some audio recorded from a recent yarn spinning demo I organised. Sit back, relax, grab a cup of tea and a piece of cake, and let's get in a spin! | 11 6 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 20 – The Podcast Strikes Back | Welcome to episode 20. After a well earned rest, the podcast returns (or 'strikes back' for the Star Wars geeks, like me!) This bumper episode isn't in the usual format, just to shake things up a little. Instead you'll find lots of mini-segments including a giveaway, forgotten crafts, crafty TV recommendations, pods I like and a little pyrography (don't worry, it's perfectly legal). | 31 5 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 19 – Crafty Mojo | Welcome to episode 19 of the iMake podcast. This episode covers my recent creative exploits and offers up a few ideas on how you can reclaim your creative mojo, should it 'go walkabout'. The Guernsey section of the show is all about Liberation day - 9 May. I hope you enjoy it. I'll be taking a short rest from the podcast for the next 4 to 6 weeks, but panic not, I shall be back! This isn't me podfading, I promise! | 1 5 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 18 – Picture Perfect | In this episode of the podcast you will meet my friend and scrapbooking guru Chloe and hear about my recent photography exploits. There is also a tale about an unusually smelly goat. Intrigued? | 13 4 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 17 – Food Glorious Food | Welcome to episode 17 of the iMake podcast, Food Glorious Food. This episode is something of a mixed bag, including a little about 'food craft', some recommended podcasts and my recent creative exploits. Please join in with the crafty chatter - hit the play button and have a listen. | 27 3 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 16 – Time and Space | In this podcast episode I'll update you with my recent creative exploits including judging a crochet competition for the WI (Women's Institute), having a go at dying yarn and I'll be confessing the fact that I am, indeed, a sock knitter. This episode includes a giveaway (sponsored by Jo from Glassprimtif and Artists in Business). If you'd like to enter the giveaway to win a piece of beautiful fused glass then please leave a comment on the show notes (here). This giveaway closes on 31 March 2011. Finally, in the Guernsey segment of the show we will learn about the States (Guernsey's government). | 6 3 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 15 – Soap | This is a mini episode of the iMake podcast and, as the title suggests, it's all about making soap! This weekend Charles and I got together to make soap. We documented the process on the the iMake blog. We also recorded a little bit of audio and there was enough for a mini episode, so here it is! | 20 2 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 14 – Craft With Friends | This episode is all about the fun you can have crafting with friends. It features the audio I recorded while making bath bombs with my friend Charles, as well as some hints and tips for starting your own craft group. This episodes also includes the regular Guernsey section, news of recent creative exploits and there is also a competition. | 5 2 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 13 – Sock Snippets | Welcome to episode 13 of the iMake podcast. This isn't a typical podcast episode - it's a mini episode entirely about my recent Stitch n' Bitch Knit-Along ('KAL'). Our KAL project was a toe-up sock. This episode contains audio recorded on the evening of the KAL. If you are a brand new iMake podcast listener please can I suggest you download some of my earlier episodes as this one isn't in the usual format, so you really won't get a feel for what the podcast is usually like. Also if you have no interest in sock knitting whatsoever I will not be offended in the slightest if you give this one a miss! The next full length episode of the iMake podcast will be released over the next fortnight, so watch this space. | 23 1 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 12 – Shiny and New | Welcome to the first iMake podcast of 2011. Happy new year to you all! This podcast is about all things shiny and new and will hopefully inspire you to try a few new crafts this year. You'll also meet my creative friend Charles who has some fabulous ideas on how to wrap your handmade gifts. The Guernsey section of the show is all about Sark. | 9 1 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 11 – So this is Christmas | Welcome to episode 11 of the iMake podcast. In this episode I talk about my recent creative exploits, the Christmas making is nearly done... phew! I also talk about things you can make with wax (beeswax mainly, not ear wax). The Guernsey section of the show is dedicated to the German Occupation of Guernsey in the Second World War. This section was inspired by the best-selling novel, The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society. | 12 12 10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 10 – Teaching and Craft | Welcome to episode 10 of the iMake podcast. This episode includes a run down of my Christmas making, specifically my Christmas knitting projects. I also talk about my journey into teaching, in particular, craft teaching. Finally there are some new crafty websites to check out and a short introduction to the Guernsey ormer. I hope you enjoy it. | 28 11 10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 9 – Dreaming of a Handmade Christmas | Welcome to podcast episode 9. Nearly double figures already! Can you believe it? This episode is literally busting at the seams with handmade Christmas present inspiration. I've decided make the vast majority of my Christmas gifts this year, so I thought it might be helpful to share some of my present ideas with you. Also you'll hear about my latest creative obsession - Pinterest. Finally, the Guernsey section of today's show is all about the town of St Peter Port. | 14 11 10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 8 – Guernseys Galore | In this episode you will learn some fascinating facts about the Guernsey knitting trade. For example, did you know that Mary Queen of Scots was wearing white stockings, knitted in Guernsey, on the day she was executed? Also it is (apparently) illegal for men to knit during daylight hours in Sark! Find this, along with the usual crafty banter, in this episode of the iMake podcast. | 27 10 10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 7 – PMC Workshop | This is a mini episode of the iMake podcast, so not in the normal format. The podcast is all about PMC - precious metal clay. I attended a fabulous workshop put on by the local College yesterday and was so chuffed with the work I produced I just had to share the experience. While I was there I interviewed Tony, a professional jeweller who was helping out with the class, as well as Fiona, Tracey and James, who all took part in the class. This podcast includes those interviews, along with some information about precious metal clay. | 17 10 10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 6 – Making | Welcome to episode 6 of the iMake podcast. In this episode we will drool over a brand spanking new craft magazine, learn about the Guernsey pound and hear about iMake's recent creative exploits (of which there are many!) So pour yourself a glass of red wine, grab your current work in progress, and let's indulge in some crafty chatter. | 15 10 10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 5 – Scrapping Weekend | This podcast episode features a number of interviews from my recent creative weekend away in Jersey. I attended a scrapbooking workshop run by the ladies from Scrapagogo, called 'GoGo Take Shape'. I had a fantastic time and in just one day I made an exciting project and 4 new layouts. I learned lots of new techniques. A fantastic day was topped off by a great night out with the girls 'on the town' in Jersey, followed by a luxurious manicure at our hotel the following day (The Royal Yacht - without a doubt Jersey's swankiest hotel). | 2 10 10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 4 – Stitch n’ Bitch Snippets | Episode 4 already. Time flies when you are having fun. This is really just an experimental mini episode. I took the voice recorder (my iPad) to the iMake Stitch n Bitch at The Market Kitchen last week and recorded some interviews. I must state at this stage that I am no Michael Parkinson or Jonathan Ross, my interviewing skills are severely lacking. I also didn't realise quite how frequently I say the words 'actually' and 'fantastic'. I promise that I will get better - practice makes perfect (or so they say). | 27 9 10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 3 – Learn Something New | Episode 3 of the iMake podcast introduces you to hand-stamped jewellery making. It also includes a Guernsey French lesson, so go on, learn something new... you know you want to! | 11 9 10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 2 – Cards and Cake | Welcome to the second iMake podcast. In this episode we indulge in some creative crafty chatter about cards and cake and other things that do not necessarily begin with the letter C! I initially thought that this would be a monthly podcast, but I have had such lovely feedback from listeners, and I enjoyed creating episode one so much, that it may end up being released fortnightly. So watch this space... | 26 8 10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 1 – A Podcast is Born | The first iMake podcast! In this podcast there will be some chat about your host (by way of introduction of course) and a little about the podcast master plan. We will cover some recent iMake creative exploits and also experience some of the culinary delights of Guernsey. | 17 8 10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Episode 0 – iMake Podcast Promo | This is a short advertisement for my podcast - just 30 seconds or so. I have noticed that some of my fellow podcasters have done a promo similar to this. Now I have it, I am not entirely sure what to do with it, but nevertheless please have a listen, and share it if you feel you'd like to. Thanks. | 1 8 10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Customer Reviews
iMake... iLove
A really gentle journey through the craft world with a really personal insight into life in Guernsey from a host who makes you feel like she's sitting next you on a comfy settee. Have a listen!
Excellent company to your crafting
The calm and conversational tone of this podcast is just lovely. I'm a knitter, but I like the mixed nature of this podcast. However I fear that I may end up with another craft or two in my life as a result! It's also a lovely insight into Guernsey life. Try it out!
Liz
Fabulous podcast
I really love this podcast. I love the variety of crafts the host explores and particularly enjoy the Guernsey segment. I look forward to hearing more. Thank you! Keep up the good work!
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