Last week, we talked about looking ahead to fall for new yarns and inspiration. Not only is autumn a great season for new products, it’s also the season for knitting and crochet events, whether local group meet-ups or festivals.

Check out these 4 episodes for a look at some events, and be sure to check out Knitter’s Review’s online calendar for events near you.

134 :: What’s Hot – Knit & Crochet Trends in 2013 - Skip to the Stash This: Ideas for Your Crafting Life segment at 18:191 to hear Benjamin Levisay of XRX, who shares some thoughts about the STITCHES shows.

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126 :: How to Connect with Other Crafters Through Festivals, Knit & Crochet Guilds, and Social Networks - Listen to several interviews recorded at the Knit & Crochet Show and get tips on how to use social networks to connect with others.

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121 :: Explore Yarn Conventions with 4 Designer Interviews & Shopping Tips - Zontee speaks with several designers about their inspiration and why they love attending yarn festivals.

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10 :: The Knit-Out & Crochet Event at the Mall of America - Time-travel all the way back to 2008 to hear interviews from the Knit-Out & Crochet event, put on by the Craft Yarn Council.

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