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Hot Cakes Episode 23: Vanity Metrics Aren’t All That

This week, Sara and Jules are discussing vanity metrics (follower count, likes, etc) and how they don’t necessarily translate to success in business. And how they affect things like testing knitting/crocheting, influencer marketing, and business collaborations! thanks for tuning in!

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Where to find Jules (she/her):

@juliettepecautdesigns

http://www.juliettepecautdesigns.com

http://instagram.com/juliettepecautdesigns

Mailing list: https://juliettepecautdesigns.com/pages/subscribe

Where to find Sara (they/she):

http://www.bostonfibercompany.com

http://instagram.com/bostonfibercompany

Jules is wearing:

Magpie Crop Top by Juliette Pécaut

https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/magpie-crop-top

Jules’ WIP:

Swatches for the Slow Knitting Yarn Directory

https://www.slow-knitting.com/yarn-directory

Sara is wearing:

Rota Sleeveless Top by Irene Lin

https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/rota-sleeveless-top

Sara’s WIP:

Pattern: Simply the Vest by Juliette Pécaut

https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/simply-the-vest-4

Yarn: Lana Grossa Solo Lino

https://www.bostonfibercompany.com/products/solo-lino

Things we mention:

VT Sheep & Wool

https://vtsheepandwoolfest.com/

Music by Steve Ingle

This week, Sara and Jules are discussing YOUR hot takes, including crochet vs knitting, influencers promoting bad patterns, test knitting woes, and whether it’s acceptable to microwave tea after it is steeped. thanks for tuning in!

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Do you have a hot take? Email us at hotcakescraftpod@gmail.com!

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Where to find Jules (she/her):

@juliettepecautdesigns

http://www.juliettepecautdesigns.com

http://instagram.com/juliettepecautdesigns

Mailing list: https://juliettepecautdesigns.com/pages/subscribe

Where to find Sara (they/she):

http://www.bostonfibercompany.com

http://instagram.com/bostonfibercompany

Jules is wearing:

Newton Corner Top by Sophie Veksler

https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/newton-corner-top

Jules’ WIP:

Pattern: coming soon!

Yarn: Ellen’s 1/2 Pint Farm Marled Wool

Sara’s WIP:

Pattern: Simply the Vest by Juliette Pécaut

https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/simply-the-vest-4

Yarn: Noro Tensan

https://www.bostonfibercompany.com/products/tensan

Things we mention:

Boston Fiber Festival — Sept 12-13

https://bostonfiberfestival.com/

VT Sheep & Wool

https://vtsheepandwoolfest.com/

Soolla Bag (affiliate link!)

https://kelbournewoolens.com/products/soolla-studio-bags?variant=51158144188714&sca_ref=11759051.k4Wwabv9tv

Deborah Knits

@KnitwithDeborah

Erika (Grapefruit & Gardenia)

@KnitKind

Drift and Drape Scarf

https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/drift-and-drape-scarf

Treasure Goddess Yarn

https://www.treasuregoddess.com/collections/treasured-dk-luxe-yarn-baby-alpaca-silk-cashmere

Music by Steve Ingle

This week, Sara and Jules are discussing transphobia, nostalgia, and how the craft industry can help shape public opinion. buckle up, we’re pretty fired up in this one!

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Do you have a hot take? Email us at hotcakescraftpod@gmail.com!

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Where to find Jules (she/her):

@juliettepecautdesigns

http://www.juliettepecautdesigns.com

http://instagram.com/juliettepecautdesigns

Mailing list: https://juliettepecautdesigns.com/pages/subscribe

Where to find Sara (they/she):

http://www.bostonfibercompany.com

http://instagram.com/bostonfibercompany

Jules is wearing:

Bealtaine Tank by Juliette Pécaut in JPD Alpaca Silk Boucle

https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/bealtaine-tank

Sara is wearing:

Simply the Vest by Juliette Pécaut in Urth Yarns Etesia

https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/simply-the-vest-4

Sara’s WIP:

Pattern: Flax DK by Tin Can Knits

https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/flax-dk

Yarn: East Coast Yarn Merino DK

Jules’ WIP:

Pattern: coming soon!

Yarn: Ellen’s 1/2 Pint Farm Marled Wool

Things we mention:

Jules’ Lumos reels

https://www.instagram.com/p/Da0kjlBxz3L/

Jules’ KISS Shawl pattern

https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/kiss-shawl-5

Boston Fiber Festival — Sept 12-13

https://bostonfiberfestival.com/

VT Sheep & Wool

https://vtsheepandwoolfest.com/

Music by Steve Ingle

This week, Sara and Jules are tackling one of our favorite topics — size inclusivity! learn what it means, why it’s important, how it ties into other types of inclusivity, and how a lack of diversity persists in the fiber industry. we also just rant a bit about fatphobia and skinny culture, so if that sounds like your thing, please join us!

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Do you have a hot take? Email us at hotcakescraftpod@gmail.com!

Support the show on Ko-Fi: https://ko-fi.com/hotcakescraftpod

Where to find Jules (she/her):

@juliettepecautdesigns

http://www.juliettepecautdesigns.com

http://instagram.com/juliettepecautdesigns

Mailing list: https://juliettepecautdesigns.com/pages/subscribe

Where to find Sara (they/she):

http://www.bostonfibercompany.com

http://instagram.com/bostonfibercompany

Jules is wearing:

Simply the Vest by Juliette Pécaut in Leading Men Fiber Arts DK

Sara’s WIP:

Pattern: Simply the Vest by Juliette Pécaut

Yarn: Noro Tensan

https://www.bostonfibercompany.com/products/tensan

Jules’ WIP:

Pattern: Farasta by Juliette Pécaut (from Laine 52 Weeks of Sweaters)

https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/farasta

Yarn: JPD Suri Silk Lace held with JPD Merino Fingering

https://juliettepecautdesigns.com/products/suri-silk-lace-naturally-dyed-wool-yarn

https://juliettepecautdesigns.com/products/merino-fingering-naturally-dyed-wool-yarn

Things we mention:

Ysolda’s Size Chart

https://ysolda.com/blogs/journal/ysolda-s-sizing-chart-for-knitwear-designers

Tian Connaughton’s Cardigans for Every Body

https://www.tianconnaughton.com/cardigans-for-every-body

Boston Fiber Festival — Sept 12-13

https://bostonfiberfestival.com/

Music by Steve Ingle

This week, Sara and Jules are chatting about Rhinebeck sweaters! should you knit the always popular Andrea Mowry pattern or something more unique? should you use New York wool or wool local to you? or should you just do whatever you want as long as you do it with thoughtfulness and intention?? find out what we think in this episode of Hot Cakes!

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Do you have a hot take? Email us at hotcakescraftpod@gmail.com!

Support the show on Ko-Fi

Where to find Jules (she/her):

@juliettepecautdesigns

http://www.juliettepecautdesigns.com

http://instagram.com/juliettepecautdesigns

Mailing list: https://juliettepecautdesigns.com/pages/subscribe

Where to find Sara (they/she):

http://www.bostonfibercompany.com

http://instagram.com/bostonfibercompany

Jules is wearing:

Bealtaine Tank by Juliette Pécaut in Dirty Water Dyeworks Shimmer and Ritual Dyes Fae

Sara is wearing:

Simply the Vest by Juliette Pécaut in Urth Yarns Etesia

Sara’s WIP:

Pattern: Rosa Little by Along avec Anna

Yarn: Anzula Lucero

Jules’ WIP:

Pattern: Hytte by Saskie & Co

Yarn: Istex Plötulopi

Things we mention:

CatKnit Pullover

Hudson Valley Textile Project Sweaters for Good Campaign

Southeast New England Fibershed

Sweaters for Good MAL (erika and melissa)

Megs & Co Empire Estate

Samhain Sweater

Indie Untangled Marketplace

Music by Steve Ingle

This week, Sara and Jules are discussing pity marketing — why consumers are sick of it, why it’s a bad business strategy, and what you could do instead!

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Do you have a hot take? Email us at hotcakescraftpod@gmail.com!

Support the show on Ko-Fi

Where to find Jules (she/her):

@juliettepecautdesigns

http://www.juliettepecautdesigns.com

http://instagram.com/juliettepecautdesigns

Mailing list: https://juliettepecautdesigns.com/pages/subscribe

Where to find Sara (they/she):

http://www.bostonfibercompany.com

http://instagram.com/bostonfibercompany

Jules’ WIP:

Pattern: Farasta by Juliette Pécaut (from Laine 52 Weeks of Sweaters)

Yarn: JPD Suri Silk Lace held with JPD Merino Fingering

https://juliettepecautdesigns.com/products/suri-silk-lace-naturally-dyed-wool-yarn

https://juliettepecautdesigns.com/products/merino-fingering-naturally-dyed-wool-yarn

Sara’s WIP:

Pattern: Simply the Vest by Juliette Pécaut

Yarn: Noro Tensan

Things we mention:

Hello Lavender oyster earrings

HapBee Creative Studios stitch markers

Forager Fabrics Kickstarter

Big Up Box Yarn Truck Go Fund Me

Wool Works — July 18

https://www.wool.works/

Boston Fiber Festival — Sept 12-13

https://bostonfiberfestival.com/

Music by Steve Ingle

Hot Cakes Episode 17: Stop Devaluing “Hobby” Skills!

(Episode 16 is on YouTube!)

We are back from our hiatus! In this episode of Hot Cakes, Sara and Jules discuss what to expect (and what NOT to expect) from knitting/crochet patterns and classes, how skills are devalued in the fiber arts industry, and why it matters to pay artists in this capitalist hellscape. Fun!

Do you have a hot take? Email us at hotcakescraftpod@gmail.com!

Support the show on Ko-Fi: https://ko-fi.com/hotcakescraftpod

Where to find Jules (she/her):

http://www.juliettepecautdesigns.com

http://instagram.com/juliettepecautdesigns

Mailing list: https://juliettepecautdesigns.com/pages/subscribe

Where to find Sara (they/she):

http://www.bostonfibercompany.com

http://instagram.com/bostonfibercompany

Sara is wearing:

Pattern: Simply the Vest V Neck by Juliette Pécaut

Yarn: Urth Yarns Etesia in “Squid”

Sara’s WIP:

Pattern: Bealtaine Tank by Juliette Pécaut

Yarn: Malabrigo Mora in Ravelry Red

Jules is wearing:

Pattern: Simply the Vest V Neck by Juliette Pécaut

Yarn: Nashua Handknits Isabella

Jules’ WIP:

Pattern: coming soon!!

Yarn: JPD Alpaca Silk Boucle dyed with cutch held with JPD Merino Fingering undyed

Things we mention:

Lil Bucky Bag by Leila Makes

Threadloop (like Ravelry for sewing!)

Wool Works — July 18

Boston Fiber Festival — Sept 12-13

Music by Steve Ingle

In this episode of Hot Cakes, Sara and Jules are chatting about the importance of not collaborating with fascists (iykyk) and answering some questions and discussing hot takes from you, our lovely audience!

Do you have a hot take? Email us at hotcakescraftpod@gmail.com!

Support the show on Ko-Fi: https://ko-fi.com/hotcakescraftpod

Where to find Jules (she/her):

http://www.juliettepecautdesigns.com

http://instagram.com/juliettepecautdesigns

Mailing list: https://juliettepecautdesigns.com/pages/subscribe

Where to find Sara (they/she):

http://www.bostonfibercompany.com

http://instagram.com/bostonfibercompany

Sara is wearing:

Pattern: Pressed Flowers Cardigan by Amy Christoffers

Yarn: East Coast Yarn Sport and La Bien Aimee Merino Sport

Sara’s WIP:

Pattern: Simply the Vest V Neck by Juliette Pécaut

Yarn: Urth Yarns Etesia in “Squid”

Jules is wearing:

Pattern: Off the Grid by Juliette Pécaut

Yarn: Imperial Yarns Denali in “Sagebrush”

Jules’ WIP:

Pattern: unnamed variation of Simply the Vest (coming soon!) by Juliette Pécaut

Yarn: Baa Ram Ewe Woodnote DK in “Toad”

Things we mention:

Finish Line Socks kits: https://www.bostonfibercompany.com/products/finish-line-sock-kits

BFC Classes: https://www.bostonfibercompany.com/pages/classes

Music by Steve Ingle

SORRY THIS IS SO LATE - LOVE, SARA

In this episode of Hot Cakes, Sara and Jules talk about best practices for running a crafting circle at your LYS, how to avoid alienating your customers, and how to build a sustainable and meaningful community at your shop!

Do you have a hot take? Email us at hotcakescraftpod@gmail.com!

Support the show on Ko-Fi: https://ko-fi.com/hotcakescraftpod

Where to find Jules (she/her):

http://www.juliettepecautdesigns.com

http://instagram.com/juliettepecautdesigns

Mailing list: https://juliettepecautdesigns.com/pages/subscribe

Where to find Sara (they/she):

http://www.bostonfibercompany.com

http://instagram.com/bostonfibercompany

Sara’s WIP:

Pattern: Rumble Raglan by Lydia Morrow

Yarn: Ex Libris Fibers

Jules is wearing:

Pattern: Simply the Vest V Neck by Juliette Pécaut

Yarn: Junction Fiber Mill Making Tracks in Cider Doughnuts (MC) and Undyed (CC)

Jules’ WIP:

Pattern: Bealtaine Tank by Juliette Pécaut

Yarn: JPD Alpaca Silk Boucle in Cutch

Things we mention:

Gore Place Sheep Shearing Festival (April 25): https://goreplace.org/sheepshearing-festival

LYS Day is also April 25!

Finish Line Socks kits: https://www.bostonfibercompany.com/products/finish-line-sock-kits

BFC Classes: https://www.bostonfibercompany.com/pages/classes

Music by Steve Ingle

Hot Cakes Episode 13: Don’t Monetize Your Hobby

In this episode of Hot Cakes, Sara and Jules talk about why you shouldn’t monetize your hobby and how side hustles are a terrible side effect of late-stage capitalism (from two people who have monetized their hobbies and/or have several side hustles — oops!)

Do you have a hot take? Email us at hotcakescraftpod@gmail.com!

Support the show on Ko-Fi: https://ko-fi.com/hotcakescraftpod

Where to find Jules (she/her):

http://www.juliettepecautdesigns.com

http://instagram.com/juliettepecautdesigns

Mailing list: https://juliettepecautdesigns.com/pages/subscribe

Where to find Sara (they/she):

http://www.bostonfibercompany.com

http://instagram.com/bostonfibercompany

Sara is wearing:

Cardigan Pattern: Loopy Mango Rhinebeck Cardigan

Cardigan Yarn: Loopy Mango Dream

Sara’s WIP:

Pattern: Baby Aoasta Sweater by The Knit Purl Girl

Yarn: Shirsty Cat Designs Sparkle DK

Jules is wearing:

Pattern: Sure Thing Raglan (coming later in 2026!) by Juliette Pécaut

Yarn: The Perfect Blend Yarn and Tea Shop Alpaca

Jules’ WIP:

Pattern: Sure Thing Raglan by Juliette Pécaut

Yarn: Wooldreamers Mota

Things we mention:

Gore Place Sheep Shearing Festival (April 25): https://goreplace.org/sheepshearing-festival

BFC Classes: https://www.bostonfibercompany.com/pages/classes

Music by Steve Ingle

SORRY THIS IS LATE I LOST TRACK OF TIME LOVE YOU!!!! - Sara

Hot Cakes Episode 12: To Test or Not to Test

In this episode of Hot Cakes, Sara and Jules discuss test knitting and crocheting! We chat about best practices, what the real goal of testing is/should be, and whether you even need to get your designs tested or not (the answer might suprise you!)

Do you have a hot take? Email us at hotcakescraftpod@gmail.com!

Support the show on Ko-Fi: https://ko-fi.com/hotcakescraftpod

Where to find Jules (she/her):

http://www.juliettepecautdesigns.com

http://instagram.com/juliettepecautdesigns

Mailing list: https://juliettepecautdesigns.com/pages/subscribe

Where to find Sara (they/she):

http://www.bostonfibercompany.com

http://instagram.com/bostonfibercompany

Sara is wearing:

Tank Pattern: Rota Top by Irene Lin

Tank Yarn: Unknown

Cardigan Pattern: Loopy Mango Rhinebeck Cardigan

Cardigan Yarn: Loopy Mango Dream

Sara’s WIP:

Pattern: Rumble Raglan by Lydia Morrow

Yarn: Ex Libris Fibers Merino/Yak/Nylon and Anzula Merino/Yak/Silk

Jules is wearing:

Pattern: Hometown Harbor by Juliette Pécaut

Yarn: Woolentwine Thrive Unspun and Knitting for Olive Soft Silk Mohair

Jules’ WIP:

Pattern: Florafetti by Juliette Pécaut (new version coming soon!)

Yarn: Juliette Pécaut Designs Highland DK

Things we mention:

Honse Design: https://www.instagram.com/honsedesign/

Size Inclusive Collective: https://www.instagram.com/sizeinclusivecollective/

Gore Place Sheep Shearing Festival (April 25): https://goreplace.org/sheepshearing-festival

BFC Classes: https://www.bostonfibercompany.com/pages/classes

Music by Steve Ingle

In this episode of Hot Cakes, Sara and Jules read emails from you, our lovely viewers/listeners, and share our opinions about your opinions!

Do you have a hot take? Email us at hotcakescraftpod@gmail.com!

Support the show on Ko-Fi: https://ko-fi.com/hotcakescraftpod

Where to find Jules (she/her):

http://www.juliettepecautdesigns.com

http://instagram.com/juliettepecautdesigns

Mailing list: https://juliettepecautdesigns.com/pages/subscribe

Where to find Sara (they/she):

http://www.bostonfibercompany.com

http://instagram.com/bostonfibercompany

Jules is wearing:

Pattern: a sweater with no pattern!! yet

Yarn: The Perfect Blend PBYS Alpaca

Jules’ WIP:

Pattern: Florafetti by Juliette Pécaut (new pattern coming soon!)

Yarn: Juliette Pécaut Designs Highland DK

Sara is wearing:

Pattern: Tolsta Tee by Rebecca Clow

Yarn: Boston Fiber Company DK

Sara’s WIP:

Pattern: Rumble Raglan by Lydia Morrow

Yarn: Ex Libris Fibers

Things we mention:

Southeastern New England Fibershed: https://senefibershed.org/

Wayland Farm Fiber Day (March 8): https://www.russellsgardencenter.com/event-details/wayland-winter-farmers-market-farm-fiber-day-2026-03-08-10-30

BPM Fiber Fest (March 21-22): https://bostonpublicmarket.org/boston-public-market-fiberfest-2026/

Gore Place Sheep Shearing Festival (April 25): https://goreplace.org/sheepshearing-festival

BFC Classes: https://www.bostonfibercompany.com/pages/classes

Music by Steve Ingle

Hot Cakes Episode 10: Why We’re Not Worried About Pattern Copying

In this episode of Hot Cakes, Sara and Jules discuss the frequent allegations of pattern stealing/copying that crop up in the indie design world and how design inspiration and knitwear trends affect what patterns you see most often!

Do you have a hot take? Email us at hotcakescraftpod@gmail.com!

Support the show on Ko-Fi

Where to find Jules (she/her): www.juliettepecautdesigns.com,http://instagram.com/juliettepecautdesigns

Mailing list: https://juliettepecautdesigns.com/pages/subscribe

Where to find Sara (they/she): www.bostonfibercompany.com,http://instagram.com/bostonfibercompany

Jules is wearing: Pattern: Loons in Love by Juliette Pécaut, Yarn: Harrisville Designs Shetland

Jules’ WIP: Pattern: Farasta by Juliette Pécaut, Yarn: Juliette Pécaut Designs Merino Fingering and Suri Silk Lace

Sara is wearing: Pattern: Vacation Vest by Park Williams, Yarn: Junkyarn Cotton

Sara’s WIP: Pattern: Upstream Sweater by Alice Hoyle, Yarn: Upland Fiber Co Cor Worsted

Things we mention:

Hot Cakes Episode 2 — Stealing Patterns is Not Cool

Patty Lyons What the Flip trick

Flower Pattern controversy

The Loon Sweater

Size Inclusive Collective

Southeastern New England Fibershed

Wayland Farm Fiber Day (March 8)

BPM Fiber Fest (March 21-22)

Gore Place Sheep Shearing Festival (April 25)

BFC Classes and Yarn Tasting with Cascade Yarns

Music by Steve Ingle

Hot Cakes Episode 9: Audience comments!

In this episode of Hot Cakes, Sara and Jules are catching up after our hiatus and responding to some YouTube comments from you, our lovely subscribers!

Do you have a hot take? Email us at hotcakescraftpod@gmail.com!

Support the show on Ko-Fi: https://ko-fi.com/hotcakescraftpod

Where to find Jules (she/her):

http://www.juliettepecautdesigns.com

http://instagram.com/juliettepecautdesigns

Mailing list: https://juliettepecautdesigns.com/pages/subscribe

Where to find Sara (they/she):

http://www.bostonfibercompany.com

http://instagram.com/bostonfibercompany

Jules is wearing:

Pattern: Samhain Sweater by Juliette Pécaut

Yarn: Megs and Co Empire Estate DK

Jules’ WIP:

Pattern: Loons in Love (free chart by Juliette Pécaut)

Yarn: Harrisville Designs Shetland

Sara is wearing:

Pattern: Astrid Sweater by Knitting for Olive

Yarn: East Coast Yarn Suri held with East Coast Yarn Sock

Sara’s WIP:

Pattern: Farasta by Juliette Pécaut

Yarn: Kelbourne Woolens Cricket held with Knitten Word Velnias

Things we mention:

NE Knits podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@neknits

JPD Video Diary: https://www.youtube.com/@juliettepecautdesigns

Music by Steve Ingle

Hot Cakes Episode 8: Rhinebeck Edition!

In this episode of Hot Cakes, Sara and Jules are recording from the New York Sheep and Wool Festival in Rhinebeck! We give you our Rhinebeck hot takes, discuss what we’re wearing and making, and if you stay to the end, there’s a special guest appearance from Sara’s niece Jeannie!

Do you have a hot take? Email us at hotcakescraftpod@gmail.com!

Support the show on Ko-Fi: https://ko-fi.com/hotcakescraftpod

Where to find Jules (she/her):

http://www.juliettepecautdesigns.com

http://instagram.com/juliettepecautdesigns

Mailing list: https://juliettepecautdesigns.com/pages/subscribe

Where to find Sara (they/she):

http://www.bostonfibercompany.com

http://instagram.com/bostonfibercompany

Jules is wearing:

Pattern: an upcoming pattern (do you have a name suggestion? drop it in the comments below!)

Yarn: Knit Picks City Tweed DK in “Toad”

Jules’ WIP:

Pattern: a lace-weight triangle scarf that may or may not become a pattern

Yarn: Knit Picks Alpaca Lace Cloud in “Lydia”

Sara is wearing:

Pattern: Simply the Vest by Juliette Pécaut Designs: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/simply-the-vest-4

Yarn: Moondrake Fuwa Fuwa Brushed Cashmere

Sara’s WIP:

Pattern: Upstream Sweater by Alice Hoyle: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/upstream-sweater

Yarn: Upland Fiber Co Cor Worsted in “Flock”

Things we mention:

CatKnit Pullover by Andrea Rangel: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/catknit-pullover

Music by Steve Ingle

In this episode of Hot Cakes, Sara and Jules talk about customer service, yarn shop drama, and the importance of building a community!

Do you have a hot take? Email us at hotcakescraftpod@gmail.com!

Support the show on Ko-Fi: https://ko-fi.com/hotcakescraftpod

Where to find Jules (she/her): http://www.juliettepecautdesigns.com

http://instagram.com/juliettepecautdesigns

Mailing list: https://juliettepecautdesigns.com/pages/subscribe

Where to find Sara (they/she): http://www.bostonfibercompany.com

http://instagram.com/bostonfibercompany

Jules is wearing:

Pattern: Bealtaine Tank by Juliette Pécaut Designs: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/bealtaine-tank

Yarn: Dirty Water Dye Works Shimmer in “Persimmon” and Ritual Dyes Fae in “Chanterelle”

Jules’ WIP:

Pattern: a new design by yours truly! Coming soon!

Yarn: Megs & Co Yarn Empire Estate in “Pumpkin Spice” and “Bare Naked”

Sara is wearing:

Pattern: Bealtaine Tank by Juliette Pécaut Designs: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/bealtaine-tank

Yarn: La Bien Aimee Silk Tweed and unknown mohair from stash

Sara’s WIP:

Pattern: Lento Sweater by Jonna Helin: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/lento

Yarn: Clockwork Fiber Suri Cotton Merino and Teal Torch Knits Sock

Things we mention:

Astrid Sweater: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/astrid-sweater-3

Djo Sweater: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/djo

Boston Fiber Festival: https://www.bostonfibercompany.com/pages/boston-fiber-festival

Somerville Yart Sale: https://somervilleartscouncil.org/yart-sale/

Old Sturbridge Village Traditions in Trades Artisan Showcase: https://www.osv.org/event/traditions-in-trades-artisan-showcase/

Pints and Purls on the Greenway: https://www.instagram.com/p/DM0xz9VS7YW/?img_index=1

Music by Steve Ingle

Hot Cakes Episode 6: Christmas in July!

In this episode of Hot Cakes, Sara and Jules are talking all things Christmas in July! We’ve got a makealong and an IRL party to celebrate later this month, but for now join us as we chat about the history of Chrismas in July, discuss the merits of gift knitting, and argue about what the best Muppet movie is!

Do you have a hot take? Email us at hotcakescraftpod@gmail.com!

Support the show on Ko-Fi: https://ko-fi.com/hotcakescraftpod

Where to find Jules (she/her):

http://www.juliettepecautdesigns.com

http://instagram.com/juliettepecautdesigns

Mailing list: https://juliettepecautdesigns.com/pages/subscribe

Where to find Sara (they/she):

http://www.bostonfibercompany.com

http://instagram.com/bostonfibercompany

Jules is Wearing:

Pattern: Newton Corner Top by Sophie Veksler: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/newton-corner-top

Yarn: Manos del Uruguay Feliz in “Mulberry”

Jules’ WIP:

Pattern: Just So Classic by Juliette Pécaut (currently being rewritten, stay tuned for it’s re-release!)

Yarn: Loopy Mango Dream in “Bordeaux”

Sara’s WIP:

Pattern: TAATTU Socks by Juliette Pécaut: https://juliettepecautdesigns.com/products/taattu-socks-formula-knitting-pattern

Yarn: Bumblebee Acres Farm SW Merino DK

We’re both wearing Paper Crowns from the new Yuletide collection: https://juliettepecautdesigns.com/products/yuletide-paper-crown-knitting-pattern

Things we mention:

Jules’s Yuletide collection is here! https://juliettepecautdesigns.com/collections/yuletide

Join the Xmas in July MAL: https://www.instagram.com/p/DLVgRC6pbWF/?img_index=1

BFC’s Lord of the Rings yarn collection is here! https://www.bostonfibercompany.com/products/lord-of-the-rings-collection-mini-sets

LUCE: Immigrant Justice Network of Massachusetts: https://www.lucemass.org/

Music by Steve Ingle

https://youtu.be/R3tlQdKWpf0

Hot Cakes Episode 5: AI is rotting our brains

In this episode of Hot Cakes, Sara and Jules discuss why you shouldn’t use generative AI if you support artists and want to be able to think for yourself, knitting socks, the lies told about wool in the NYT mini crossword puzzle, and why Ireland is the best country in the world! Join us for our hot takes!

Do you have a hot take? Email us at hotcakescraftpod@gmail.com!

Support the show on Ko-Fi

Where to find Jules (she/her): www.juliettepecautdesigns.com,http://instagram.com/juliettepecautdesigns

Mailing list: https://juliettepecautdesigns.com/pages/subscribe

Where to find Sara (they/she): www.bostonfibercompany.com,http://instagram.com/bostonfibercompany

Jules is Wearing:

Pattern: Bealtaine Tank by Juliette Pécaut

Yarn: Ritual Dyes Fae in “Chanterelle”

Dirty Water Dye Works Shimmer in “Persimmon”

Jules’ WIP:

Pattern: TAATTU Socks by Juliette Pécaut

Yarn: Juliette Pécaut Designs Highland Sport

Sara is Wearing:

Pattern: Umbria Summer Top by Cookie the Knitter

Yarn: Great Adirondack Yarn Company Organic Cotton FingeringWeight

Sara’s WIP:

Pattern: TAATTU Socks by Juliette Pécaut

Yarn: Fiber Cat Yarns mini skein set

Things we mention:

Salem Style coffee cozy

Commons Earth post - AI Is Killing Community

Knit in Public Day at BFC

Stay tuned for the JPD x BFC Christmas in July MAL and party!!

Music by Steve Ingle

Hot Cakes Episode 4: live from h+h americas!

On this episode of Hot Cakes, Sara and Jules are interviewing fellow fiber industry folks at h+h americas in Chicago! We’ve got takes on everything from yellow yarn to Chicago-style pizza, and we’re even questioning if we really went to Chicago at all. Come check out our hottest takes from our favorite fiber and craft trade show!

Contributors:

Corrin (she/they)

i knit u knot

https://www.iknituknot.com/

Jill (she/her)

Knit Sisu

https://knitsisu.com/

Jillian (she/her)

Islay’s Terrace

https://homesliceshop.com/

Whitney (she/her)

WLS Makes Stuff

https://wlsmakesstuff.com/

Meg (she/her)

Megs & Co Yarn

https://www.megsandco.com/

Tiff (she/her)

Stitches by Tiff

https://stitchesbytiff.com/

Naomi (she/her)

Kelbourne Woolens

https://kelbournewoolens.com

Lisa (she/her)

This is Knit

https://thisisknit.ie/

Jenny (she/her)

Townhouse Yarns

https://thisisknit.ie/pages/townhouse-yarns

Do you have a hot take? Email us at hotcakescraftpod@gmail.com!

Support the show on Ko-Fi: https://ko-fi.com/hotcakescraftpod

Where to find Jules (she/her):

http://www.juliettepecautdesigns.com

http://instagram.com/juliettepecautdesigns

Mailing list: https://juliettepecautdesigns.com/pages/subscribe

Where to find Sara (they/she):

http://www.bostonfibercompany.com

http://instagram.com/bostonfibercompany

Music by Steve Ingle

Hot Cakes Episode 3: Stop Judging People for Their Color & Style Choices

On this episode of Hot Cakes, Sara and Jules are discussing color and style choices in the fiber arts and why you shouldn't judge people for their crafting preferences! We also take some tangents on Christmas, Poker-themed sweaters, and how much JK Rowling sucks. Join us for our hot takes!

Do you have a hot take? Email us at hotcakescraftpod@gmail.com!

Support the show on Ko-Fi: https://ko-fi.com/hotcakescraftpod

Where to find Jules (she/her):

http://www.juliettepecautdesigns.com

http://instagram.com/juliettepecautdesigns

Mailing list: https://juliettepecautdesigns.com/pages/subscribe

Where to find Sara (she/they):

http://www.bostonfibercompany.com

http://instagram.com/bostonfibercompany

Jules is Wearing:

Pattern: Bealtaine Tank (coming May 1!) by Juliette Pécaut Designs

Yarn: Ritual Dyes Fae in “Chanterelle” https://ritualdyes.com/products/fae-ready-to-ship-kid-mohair-silk-lace-weight

Dirty Water Dye Works Shimmer in “Persimmon” https://dirtywaterdyeworks.com/shimmer.html

Jules’ WIP:

Pattern: Christmas stocking by Juliette Pécaut Designs (pattern coming in June/July 2025!)

Yarn: Knit Picks Palette in Garnet Heather held double http://shrsl.com/4vusq

Sara is Wearing:

Pattern: Rota Sleeveless Top by Irene Lin: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/rota-sleeveless-top

Yarn: Unknown!

Sara’s WIP:

Pattern: Weslyn Dress by Taiga Hilliard https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/weslynn

Yarn: La Bien Aimee Silk Tweed: https://www.labienaimee.com/products/silk-tweed

People and things we mention:

the Lava Flow Shawl https://juliettepecautdesigns.com/products/lava-flow-shawl-knitting-pattern designed for Wild Violet Fibers Alpaca Silk Cashmere base https://wildvioletfibers.com/collections/frontpage/Alpaca

Pressed Flowers Cardigan (the cardigan Sara left in the car) https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/pressed-flowers-cardigan-2

Music by Steve Ingle