Junction Fiber Mill Millcast

Millcast Episode 195: Heliotrope Lite and 11:11 Mittens

Junction Fiber Mill Millcast

Show Notes

Tune in this week to see the final product of the last few weeks of R&D: Heliotrope Lite! This bright and cheerful colorway is just perfect for summer, and we have a fun project idea to share. Plus, we’re revealing our Knit Along accessory project, the adorable 11:11 Mittens. Join us for the 2026 Knit Along, now through October 19th!

Mentioned in the Millcast: 11:11 Mitten Bundles - https://junctionfibermill.com/products/11-11-mittens-bundle Join the 2026 Knit Along - https://junctionfibermill.com/pages/kal 11:11 Mittens by Logan Laine - https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/1111-mittens 11:11 Sweater by Logan Laine - https://ravel.me/1111n-2 Upcoming Events: https://junctionfibermill.com Open House: Sat, August 15th from 10 am-1pm

Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro 00:22 - Amanda’s weekend plans 03:40 - Knit Along Accessory Launch! 09:13 - 11:11 Mitten Bundles 10:19 - Introducing limited-edition Heliotrope Lite! 14:17 - Heliotrope pairings 15:10 - Mill Tour 20:53 - Visit the Mill this Saturday (August 15th) for an Open House

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