Ranunculus Roadblocks - FO Diaries Episode 1 // Rachel is Knitting
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- Опубликовано: 27 авг 2024
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I really enjoyed everything about this video; your take on the ranunculus, the way you explained all your steps and your personality shine through. Very relatable and very fun to watch!
Thank you so much!
That yarn you made the Ranunculus in is simply gorgeous. I enjoyed your talk immensely. You are a funny woman, Rachel 😄
🤗
Appreciate your honesty and vulnerability
Oh, I forgot to mention, your humor added a lot to the video too.
Thank you so much!
Ive knitted for years but ranunculus i haven't tackled yet. It always looks too hard
I only just found your blog. Im glad you are down to earth and im glad you're telling us the good and bad about it
Just discovered your blog - you are absolutely fabulous - smart, self-deprecating, wonderful sense of humour, and did I mention, smart?
Oh thank you!
Just loved your way of explaining the Ranunculus. Like you, this pattern did not seem for me... and now I am going to knit it.
Great teacher and communicator!!
Glad it was helpful! Thanks for your kind comment :)
You are an absolute delight to watch! I appreciate the honesty about what you liked and didn’t like. What your preferences are and why you made certain decisions in your knit. I am preparing to cast this on and got a lot of thoughts from your in-depth comments. 😊thank you
Thank you so much! That is so sweet. I’m glad this was helpful, and I hope you enjoy knitting your own as much as I did!
Haha. You’re too funny. Your students must love you as their teacher.😁
Aw thank you! I hope so
Congratulations on degree and sweater. My first time watching you. I was entertained and educated. Thank you.
Thanks for watching!
Enjoyable video I agree with you photos for Rancuclus I’ve actually said that often “why would anyone want to knit this”! Yet every one I’ve seen looks amazing on all body types
Thanks for your review and Happy Knitting ❤🧶
You make my day by laughing out loud and enjoyment through understanding by experience and also having done the same things you have expressed. Though lots better than I could've. Congratulations.
Thank you!
your ranuculus is beautiful and great colors
Thank you so much!
Thanks for the review. I have passed by this pattern so many times. Definitely want to check it out now. As for Ireland trip, Definitely the green cascade! With your skin tones, eyes and hair that green is a knockout on you. Also the solid will accent the beautiful lacework yoke.
The green cascade it is!!!
Especially liked your description of what happened when you used the rewound frogged yarn, also the sizing and cast on description. You might have just gotten me to try this pattern. Thanks.
Glad it was helpful!
This is one of the best videos. Incredibly helpful tips, hints. Thank you 🙏 I really want to try this pattern. 😊😊😊❤❤❤❤
You’re welcome 😊
Loved your podcast, you are a lovely, adorable young woman! Thank you for your recommendations on this pattern, it is one of my favourite. Keep it up, your are very inspiring and full of great tips. 😊
Oh thank you!
Bravo for taking on the Ranunculus and making modifications! I have been knitting for over 65 years and I applaud you for making this sweater as well as this great video. I am presently knitting my 7th Ranunculus and no two are alike.💜🧶
Wow, thank you!
You are a hoot! Love your video! Love your energy.
Thanks for watching!
You made me laugh a few times, your RunONKulus is lovely, the green will look great on you, no to the fade and the dog is cute. 😊
Oh thank you!
Yes, the Renonkulus is redonklously pretty!❤
Your Ranunuculs turned out so good! I love the colors so much and I can’t wait to see what colors you choose for your next version! ❤❤❤
Thank you so much!! I want to make one million of them
Thank you !! For all your advice in this video. I’ve been seeing everyone knit this top, and being a beginner sweater maker.😂 thought it would too advanced for me. You’ve encouraged me to give it a try 😊 your version is beautiful! I would love to see this in green , my favorite color.
You are so welcome! Go slow and steady, and you’ll be okay. I hope you enjoy it!
Thanks for the podcast. I have s9me beautiful yarn sitting in my bag for this sweater. It will be my second one and such a relaxing sweater.
First time I’ve watched your video, it has been very enjoyable,you have a great personality! Your ranunculus looks fabulous, thank you for going through the problems you encountered. It’s on my wishlist and I need all the help I can get, Bridget R
Oh thank you!
Just discovered your podcast and I really enjoy your personality! You are very charming and the way you explain things is very helpful and clear. I totally agree with you about the first photo of the Ranunculus pattern page. I passed it by for months before I started seeing others knitting it and realized it was actually something that I would like. I have still been putting off knitting it but, after watching your video, I am more ready to dive in. I also love that you go back and fix your “mistakes” - something that I don’t always see others doing. I have adopted this mindset after watching Sarah from the It Is A Sarah podcast and I will keep after my knits until they are something that I am completely happy with. Your sweater looks great on you! Thanks for your video - I will definitely keep watching.
Thank you so much! I have so many FOs that have this or that issues that ultimately makes it languish in my cedar chest. If I’m going to spend so much time making it, I want to make sure that it is how I want it to be in the long run. Took me a LONG time to get to this outlook.
Thank you so much for sharing your experience of knitting the Ranunculus. I also was put off by the stock photo. I have been planning to dye some double knit yarn but had no project in mind until your review. Than you so, so much
You’re welcome! That’s so cool that you can dye up your own yarn for it!
Love your honesty , I’ve looked at this pattern , experienced knitter found pattern quite daunting but now going to cast on and try it 😂❤
I believe in you!
You’re very funny and engaging. Great video and I subscribed. That doesn’t happen often so it’s definitely refreshing content. Great job!
Thank you so much!!
Me encanta tu entusiasmo
Loved your video!!! It has given me some motivation to pick up my Ranunculus again. I keep loosing stitches, but I have to admit I love meditative knitting not attentive knitting so I am not giving it the attention that it deserves. And....I am not using the easiest yarn. I am knitting it with one strand of silk mohair and one of a very fine unspun yarn.... Yours is a gorgeous colour...and yes...that green on you would look great!!
The yarn sounds like a labor of love! I bet it will be worth it though!
I thought the same as you at seeing the pattern. Then I saw everyone else's. I'm just finishing mine this week and love love it! I will make another❤️
Not feeling the fade.
Thankyou for the video, this is my first time seeing you on my feed.
You are so adorable and funny! Love your video!
You are so kind ♥️
Your ranunculis looks great! Love the color! Purple is my favorite.
Thank you! I’m definitely in a purple phase right now. Can’t get enough!
G’day Rachel, found your podcast today, just cracked me up laughing, you’re a joy 😅 Have subscribed and am now following you on Instagram 👍🏻🇦🇺
Oh thank you!
Thanks for sharing all the ways this top is able to be modified to fit various bodies, sizes, and yarn. I have to admit this pattern has been in and out of my cart several times.🤣
Hey, my sentiments exactly! And, I too was watching all the amazing projects and have cast on more than one in different yarns and am maintaining fav status with the pattern. It’s so versatile. The romantic look that is draped and oversized is only one option so that’s why it must appeal to so many knitters.
Exactly!!
Can I say I just adore you!!! I have followed you for along time on Instagram and was so excited when in decided to do long format content!
We have spoken a few times on Instagram and I knew you were so funny and intelligent and relatable. But seeing your videos on here has made me feel like I have a real life knitting friend. Your videos bring me so much joy and I just wanted to thank you for doing this.
Thank you so much!! Hello on a new platform! I’m so glad you’re enjoying my content ❤️ This was so sweet to read
Thank you for the chuckles Rachel! Your rannunculus is gorgeous🤩love the yarn you used. I am another 'on the bandwagon' person but I think I'm going to jump in and make an attempt.
Yay! Let me know how you like the pattern!
LOVE the color you picked for your sweater!
I also recently made the Ranunculus and hesitated for the same reasons (those example photos are just not my vibe!). My friend made a STELLAR version of it so I had to try. Ended up starting 3 times because I just wasn't happy with my sizing, but with that friend's help, I was able to understand more about garment construction and make the adjustments I needed to get the fit I wanted. Now I'm just sad it's summer and too hot to wear it!
I know exactly that you mean with the weather disappointment! It will be a treat for your future self when the weather turns!
Hi Rachel
I’m a new subscriber after watching this video. I’m wanting to knit the Ranunculus so watching RUclips videos.
Thanks for being here!
Congratulations on your Ph.D.! Dr. Rachel! Your sweater is great.
Thank you so much!
Hi! I am so happy you made this tutorial!, initially, I felt the same way you did but today I went to KNIT California and I am so pleased I did. I consider myself an intermediate knitter but had never heard of German short rows until a month ago, You are the first knitter who has explained what their purpose is. So a Big Thank You to you!
You are so welcome!
I had the same sensory satisfaction when I knitted the summer flies shawl.
You may have inspired me to finally join the Ranunculus party. I have resisted this trend for a long long time. I love the green yarn for your next project. It looks stunning with your eyes. Thanks for a great video!
yes very pretty
You are a GEM! Your video has inspired me to reconsider this make. I know it takes loads of time (away from knitting) to make these videos-thank you! I’ve subscribed and look forward to your future videos. ❤
Wow thank you so much for the kind words!
I love this video. Thank you for your honesty and openness about this experience. And THANK YOU for telling us you didn't do the twisted rib. I don't want to muck around with that and love that you said it's okay to do a long-tail cast on and plain ribbing.
Sometimes we just need someone to say it out loud for us!
Fun to find your video as the Ranunculus has been popularized for at least 2-3 years now?
That said, #1-my second version is my take on a ‘fade’- using single skein yarns that work together (imho😅). #2-my first is knit with one strand of mohair and 1 dk, love it as well!
#3-happening now, I’m using 2 strands f fingering for my granddaughter who feels that the mohair will itch. I’ve way underestimated my yardage, the basic neckline of course doesn’t stretch as the previous two have as this is a different fabric. Yoke and held sleeve stitches are now blocking and I’ve gone stash diving for another coordinating skein to use. Heck it’s only knitting, right?
I’ve enjoyed your video!👍🏻🧶😍
I have just stumbled across your podcasts, I bless the You Tube algorithms. It is a horrible wet and windy day here in the UK and you have brightened up the day. You made me laugh out loud. Love your style. Thank you for your honesty. Subscribed.
Welcome aboard!
I've thought about doing this one so many times, but I'm a fairly new knitter and have only done socks. Btw, I love that green for a new ranunuculs!!
Give it a go and let me know how you like it! Thanks for weighing in on the color for my next one. I think that green is what I’ll go with!
Rachel, how wonderful to discover your channel! I ❤️ your Ranunculus. I've finished one in DK wool after much troial and error [suffice it to say I tore back a cotton blend so many times it is as if I'd knitted it thrice! before giving it up.]😆
Your purple version is SO nice--good for you. To me the different striations makes it interesting and does not compete with the pattern... but maybe that's just me. You've inspired me to try one in fingering weight!!
You go, Girl. I look forward to more videos!!
Thank you so much!!
Loved this video so much! I've been doing the exact same thing with this pattern and can say I feel confident with making it now with your advice! 😁 Your sense of humor is so touching and your honesty is refreshing, please don't change a thing.
Thank you so much! 💜💜💜
New subscriber here. You are a gem.
Welcome aboard!
Thank you so much for sharing in this video. I decided to finally try my hand at a Ranunculus sweater and I did the exact same thing you did, used the wrong size needle. Don’t you wonder sometimes how we manage to do that. I knit it up on a 6mm needle and just could not figure out why this pattern was not working. After about three different attempts I decided to take a break, came across your video and (I gave my head a shake!). I was using the wrong size needle. Fortunately I do have a US 10 and 8 in my supplies and so right away recast the neck. So happy I saw your video. (I’m Sue in Orangeville Ontario Canada, 70 yrs and working on my knitting skills. I also have a RUclips channel (something new for me) CounselorSue - Creativity & Living Life. I knit and share that on my channel and I share other living life experiences.) Cheers!
I'm so glad it was helpful! I hope that this time you get a sweater you're happy with, Sue!
My next make after I finish my Felix Cardigan...thanks for the encouragement! I am so happy youtube dropped you into my feed!!
Hi
I have bought this pattern and keep thinking if i could make it
And now after watching you video im going to give it a go
Thank you 😊
That's awesome! Happy knitting!
Stumbled across your podcast because of your Ranuculus Sweater. I have never made it but definitely plan to and your information will push me even more towards doing so. Great podcast and you did an awesome job. Looking forward to seeing more.
So pretty ❤❤❤
Thank you!
You are a fun person! I loved this podcast. Don’t use the fade for a ranunculus. I have seen other ranunculus knit with very busy yarns and multi colors and I just think the single color yarns work better for this pattern. Have fun in Ireland. I wish I was going with you.
Thanks for the tip! I have cast on the green and for exactly the reason you mention. 💚💚
Thanks for Sharing!! Happy Knitting !!!🌻🤗💖
Same to you!
I love the design but have been nervous about knitting it until I found you, Thank you so much.xxxx
You can do it!
Rachel thank you for these tips and comments.. i have been delaying starting mine and this is giving me confidence
You are so welcome! You got this!
Congratulations, Doctor!🎉
Thank you so much 😀
Thank you SO much for this...and Darcy! Also - that Green is LOVELY on you! It's also a color that looks great on me, so I have experience with greens!
Enjoyed your video so much! Thanks for the tips!
Oh thank you!
Thank you so much. Yarn and pattern have been on table for week's. Me, nervous to start the ranunulus. You make it sound fun to try and your sweater turned out beautifully as you are. So, wish me luck :-)
You can do it!
Thank you got convincing me to try this pattern. I feel like your podcast is really helpful . Thank you very much!
You are so welcome!
Thank you for all your hints and tips and If you are coming here to Ireland in October you will defiantly need plenty of knits, oh and a raincoat, lol
Thanks for the tips!
I agree. After watching you I might tackle Ranunculus
I am still convinced this pattern isn’t my style, but I also share your sentiments about how the first pattern on Ravelry does nothing to promote it!! Yours looks so good, maybe I’ll give in to the gentle, encouraging peer pressure of the knitting community and join in one of these days 😊
Give it a go! If you hate it, a frog is always only one session of gritted teeth away!
Make it for someone else, then.
Made it in mohair and hated the fit......should I try again?
As a newbie Ranunculus knitter I found this really helpful ! Thank you 😊
Glad it was helpful!
That purple with those gorgeous green eyes and auburn red hair !! ❤
Thank you so much ❤️
Love you....keep knitting.
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Hi Rachel. I’m in the U.K. and you popped up on my recommended list. I’ve seen this sweater for some time now and it scares the pants off me! I’m a novice knitter and have only discovered knitting on cable needles rather than straight. I did enjoy your video and like you I was concerned with how much positive ease I’ve seen on nearly all the knits. You say it’s good for beginners but will they and me, know how to adapt the pattern to a non-boxy sweater? I’m not sure I would or could. You didn’t mention this which might have been good for me but perhaps you thought the pattern explains this. Maybe one day I’ll tackle it but knitting for me is a winter craft, so I’ll have to wait a while. Thank you again for a very lighthearted & enjoyable video. Love your pooch.
Hello! So glad you found me! As for the boxy fit - I followed the pattern for the body construction. I changed how I hound off the sleeves and also made the hem ribbing a tad shorter than the ~4” listed in the pattern for it, but as for the shaping I made no modifications! I think the boxiness in the modeled photos is due to the massive amount of positive ease and the heavy weight of the yarn in the samples photographed. My recommendation for you is to choose a size with the amount of ease you prefer and don’t sweat the rest!
Great observations on Ranunculous.
Hello from Fort Worth Rachel so glad I found your knitting podcast especially this episode because I have not knit a Ranunculus yet but I am excited to do so now since watching this episode
Welcome!
I love twisted rib. I just hate that I can't find a good cast on for it. I'll have to give the double twisted loop cast on a try.
Also, I would do the Ranunculus in the plain green. It will let the details shine.
Thanks for your comments and advice…I HAVE to make a Ranunculus now!! ❤
You should!
Hello from Northern Ireland. Loved this video. Thanks for giving some more info on this pattern, as I didn't get it either. But now I want to knit it.
Hello!! Thank you for watching. I’m glad the video was helpful!
Really enjoyed watching this today 😊 & I'm a newbie ❤ to you and the ranunculus.
Glad you enjoyed!
Like you, I did not like this top due to the picture used but as I saw others I began rethinking it. It is now in my favorites and I will likely make one in the next few months.
That's awesome! I hope you enjoy making yours as much as I enjoyed making mine!
I had to order the size 10 needles because I also don’t normally use a needle that size.
I so appreciate your taking the time to elaborate on this specific pattern. I just may catch the Ranunculus bug from you.
I am currently making one. I did use my gauge to help me figure out what size to make. Also, I knit mine on size seven needles to get a fabric I liked.
What a cutie! You are a pleasure to watch, Rachel :) and such sunshiney personality! I clicked on your vid because I am almost finished with my second Ranunculus (cashmerino fingering held with suri) and it is pure luxe! Im knitting them all in this combo. I just really love engaging with other knitters who also love this pattern. I intend to knit about 8,435 more of them. Already have hoarded the yarn for them HAH! (Okay, maybe just 5-6 more). I love the yarn you chose. it is the perfect variegated choice adding personality to your project without taking away from the pattern details. Definitely subscribing too because I feel you are someone I'd sit next to at a knit night! XO!
Thank you so much! I also want 8,435 more! It’s such a fun and rewarding pattern! 💖
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Hi Rachel, liked all the info about the Ranunculus, I want 1 too. You're so cute and keep on keeping on girl. Hugz 😘
Thank you! I hope you enjoy making this if you decide to cast on!
Go solid green...against your eyes even on camera it was spectacular.
Thank you!
I did long tail with twisted rib and it was fine with DK yarn.
Hi Rachel, you are so entertaining, i laughed at the way you came over , you're sooo funny and inspiring, i have the Ranunculus pattern but look at the pattern and think 🤔ummm, do i or don't i, I've been knitting for over 50 years, WOW ! that sounds scary....... I'm 65 ..... that even more scary 😂😂😂😂😂 , anyway I'm contemplating it😁 , thanks for sharing, I've subscribed and given a thumbs-up 👍, the purple looks lovely the green will be super cool for visiting Ireland, ..... I'm from over the pond, UK 🇬🇧 👋
Thank you so much! That's wonderful that you've been knitting for so long. I only have 13 years of knitting under my belt, but I hope to have many more!
Try tosta tee by Rebecca Clow (Creabea) and make sure tolook at the variations among her test knitters. Fun to play with yarns, yarnover laces, etc.
Thanks for the tip! I looks super fun!
The green yarn would be very nice!!
It’s so pretty!
Thank you my friend!
CONGRATULATIONS 🎉🎈🎊 on your Dissertation.
I CO this sweater; 1 in KATIA yarn, 1 in Worsted Yarn. I’m HOOKED! 😂
Thank you so much!! It’s such a fun pattern!
Great video! You do have a beautiful smile!
Thank you so much!
Hi! I really enjoyed your video and your personality! I would go with the solid green for your next ranunculus. I am a fairly new knitter and am currently knitting my first sweater. You have given me the encouragement to try this pattern.
Thank you so much! Don’t tell anyone but the green is already on my needles 😂 I hope you enjoy trying the pattern out!
You will look gorgeous in the green yarn
New to your podcast, loved it! You are just adorable 😊
Oh thank you!
I loved your detailed breakdown. I have to say, the ranunculus is not a beginner friendly pattern at all, and here is why: the entire pattern uses abreviated knitting code terms with very little plain English. It contains -unusual cast on techniques -short rows -knitting in pattern at the same time as creating garment shaping as well as the need to adjust the garment to different lengths to suit yarn differences. For a true beginner, any one of these techniques might present a challenge, and would be great skills to learn one at a time. I picked up this pattern in my 2nd year of knitting(having successfully knitted lace, short rows, ribbing, sweaters of yoke and raglan shapings) and I was utterly baffled by the instructions. I put it aside for a later date and recently revisited it, and found that it is still very pattern gibberish heavy, not very thoroughly talked through, not a hold your hand knit along, not a share the conceptual framework either. It’s a lovely pattern but far from accessible to a true beginner. Your mileage may vary, just voicing an alternative perspective on it!
Thanks for sharing your perspective! These are really good points!
I appreciate the detail with which you share your knitting process!
❤ Dear Rachel, I really enjoyed this video! And because of that I can forgive you for making my ears bleed. Not only enjoyable but super informative and very good instruction. I have been looking at it on Ravelry for a long time too and had the same thoughts as you expressed. Just this week I was feeling the need to cast it on with the yarn I bought for it some time ago. I certainly would have run in to challenges had you not produced this video and had I not watched it. Please do more videos as I am not an advanced knitter yet. Your Ranunculus is fantastic in colour and fit! I so want to tour Ireland. I had a trip booked and paid for and then the pandemic hit. I also have a green colour for my Ranunculus in Berroco Light Remix in the colourway Leaf. Thank you and all the best to you, I look forward to your next video. Joyce
Hi Joyce! Thank you for forgiving me 🙏🏻🙏🏻 the yarn you have for yours sounds lovely! I hope you enjoy the process. And so sorry about your Ireland trip. The pandemic took so much didn’t it 😢
Thanks so much for sharing your journey with this sweater. I am inspired to make one now. Don’t know why the designer chose the photo she did🤔Yours is lovely and fits so nicely.
Thank you! Have fun making yours!
Thank you I was put off buying the pattern it looked too bulky. Definitely will give it a bash with two fingerling strands.