Andrea I just want to let you know how very thankful I am for your podcasts. I appreciate the guidance I've received from watching every episode. It has changed my knitting journey and broadened my path so much! I love your patterns and your enthusiasm for your many crafts. Such an inspiration❤️
I use crochet thread for lifelines. You can get a variety of sizes in about 300 to 500 yrd balls for a few dollars and since it is cotton (usually mercerized) it doesn't felt, is strong and you can pull up on it to recapture your stitches if they try to recede into your work below.
I found on the net last week, you can have a more consistent striping yarn by dividing the braid into 2 or 4. Then spin from the fold, i.e. fold the edge over your finger and spin from there.
I hope no one laughs, but I actually use a toothpick for cabling.... Or one of those circular "shawl pins"....that I only found out recently are actually a cable needle. I just put that in the fabric of my knitting & it doesn't fall out.
Yes! Combination knitting is where it's at! I love it, it helped me become a better knitter, a tutorial would be amazing to share this awesome technique. Loving your weekender, can't wait to see it done!
The cords actually come in 2 sizes. Maybe not in the Barber brand but my lys carries them in the original smaller size and a slightly larger size for needles size about 7 and larger. I had the same problem as your question poster and it was obviously due to the needle being too large. When I pushed the cord on far enough so it didn’t come off the cord split. I always move my stitches carefully and it still pulled loose with the smaller cord. The brand I have is called Minnie and Purl.
First time. two color ANYTHING :-) Struggled with the tubular cast-on and finally opted to use longer straight needles for. the first two rounds to help in keeping stitches straight (I did need to transfer stitches to allow for the slide) then transferred to my shorter interchangeable needles. This worked perfectly! Loving this pattern 🙂
My favourite cable needle is a metal stitch holder that's shaped like a large safety pin. Because one end is closed, it never slides out when the stitches are on it. Then I hang it on my work waiting for next cable row.
Thanks for the demo on how to use the barbers cord Andrea 😊I recently bought some and was really struggling to use it. Now I know how to do it properly!! 💕
I love my Barber cord stitch holders! I even washed and blocked the sleeves of my Spark cardigan while they held the live stitches. A fabulous notion that is a must in any project bag
Andrea, some months ago i happened on a vendor on etsy that sold that type of cord in 2 [iirc] sizes, but i've used my 1-size fits all ones on various needles w/ no problems, shoving them onto the tip firmly, as Andrea said. those cords are so helpful!
He’ll Andrea. Whenever I’m cabling, I make sure I’m wearing a watch that way I can store my needle under the strap until I need it 😊 minimizes the wrinkles created when pursing the lips 🤔🤣
Hi Andrea! Not sure if my question ever makes it, I'll re- enter it on the form. I was wondering how you do your yarn organization on the steeking stitch column when you're going across those stitches to the other side? Does the colorwork yarn stay on the side and get picked up later, does it follow the column down? Not sure that makes sense but I'll try the form again, it's been a couple months. Thanks for all the time! It's always a pleasure to watch. All the best! Kimberly
Thanks so much for your pocket advice.I think I’ll probably go with a patch pocket or two maybe a good way to do a swatch as well!!! But I’m sure I’ll change my mind back and forth before I actually commit 😊Happy weekend!
Hello Andrea! As always I enjoyed your content. I have just received my yarn for the weekender sweater which will be my first bottom up sweater. I just love the look of it. Hopefully it goes well. 😊
Regarding the Knitting Barber cords: not all silicone tubes are the same. My sister had trouble with her tubing coming off her needles too, and it turns out that what she bought weren't actually the Knitting Barber tubes, but a similar product, that did not stay on the needles as well. It caused her to lose confidence in *all* silicone tubes, which is a shame because I wish everyone could enjoy theirs as much as I do mine!
Hello Andrea, Enjoy your podcast. Question: Have you noticed how much the cost of patterns has jumped in the past year? Why is that? Not all designers have seen the need to charge $10.00 or more for a basic pattern, and I understand the push towards the 'all-inclusive sizing' trend, but does that mean the cost should jump to $12 or more? Just a thought 🤗💕 Ideal💡~ Why not offer patterns in size ranges as they do with sewing patterns (0 to 8, 10 to 16, 18 to 24), perhaps then the cost would be within everyone's budget, say $6 or $7 for a garment pattern. 😉
Thank you for the mini tutorial about the self stripe yarn you made it is beautiful!! I appreciate your fun podcast i look forward to it each week. i was wondering are you a process knittr or a project knittr?
i tried the barber cord...and did not like them. the item i was making had tiny stitches, and i had great difficulty sliding them onto the cord, and back off...the stitches stuck to the cord. it was a nightmare. maybe for larger gauges tgey would be ok. word to the wise!
Hi Andrea my sister and I have knitted you every day cowl but when we sew it up the cowl is too small we are using 4mm needles should we go up to 5mm or 5.5mm It’s all good until we sew it up can you please help us out please
Andrea I just want to let you know how very thankful I am for your podcasts. I appreciate the guidance I've received from watching every episode. It has changed my knitting journey and broadened my path so much! I love your patterns and your enthusiasm for your many crafts. Such an inspiration❤️
Your joy about knitting your hand spun yarn might just turn me into a spinner ... Thanks !
I use crochet thread for lifelines. You can get a variety of sizes in about 300 to 500 yrd balls for a few dollars and since it is cotton (usually mercerized) it doesn't felt, is strong and you can pull up on it to recapture your stitches if they try to recede into your work below.
I found on the net last week, you can have a more consistent striping yarn by dividing the braid into 2 or 4. Then spin from the fold, i.e. fold the edge over your finger and spin from there.
I love coco knits maker board for then I cable, so convenient to store the needle on the magnetic board. Makes it way easier to keep track of
I hope no one laughs, but I actually use a toothpick for cabling.... Or one of those circular "shawl pins"....that I only found out recently are actually a cable needle. I just put that in the fabric of my knitting & it doesn't fall out.
Yes! Combination knitting is where it's at! I love it, it helped me become a better knitter, a tutorial would be amazing to share this awesome technique. Loving your weekender, can't wait to see it done!
Always enjoy your podcasts! Always good to start my Friday with you.
The cords actually come in 2 sizes. Maybe not in the Barber brand but my lys carries them in the original smaller size and a slightly larger size for needles size about 7 and larger. I had the same problem as your question poster and it was obviously due to the needle being too large. When I pushed the cord on far enough so it didn’t come off the cord split. I always move my stitches carefully and it still pulled loose with the smaller cord. The brand I have is called Minnie and Purl.
First time. two color ANYTHING :-) Struggled with the tubular cast-on and finally opted to use longer straight needles for. the first two rounds to help in keeping stitches straight (I did need to transfer stitches to allow for the slide) then transferred to my shorter interchangeable needles. This worked perfectly! Loving this pattern 🙂
Adding your new cowl to my list; originally I wasn’t sure if I “needed” another one… but yours is so beautiful! 😊
My favourite cable needle is a metal stitch holder that's shaped like a large safety pin. Because one end is closed, it never slides out when the stitches are on it. Then I hang it on my work waiting for next cable row.
Thanks for the demo on how to use the barbers cord Andrea 😊I recently bought some and was really struggling to use it. Now I know how to do it properly!! 💕
I love my Barber cord stitch holders! I even washed and blocked the sleeves of my Spark cardigan while they held the live stitches. A fabulous notion that is a must in any project bag
Andrea, some months ago i happened on a vendor on etsy that sold that type of cord in 2 [iirc] sizes, but i've used my 1-size fits all ones on various needles w/ no problems, shoving them onto the tip firmly, as Andrea said. those cords are so helpful!
Yes, I've been using her large size cords for my size 8 wooden needles and they are awesome!
He’ll Andrea. Whenever I’m cabling, I make sure I’m wearing a watch that way I can store my needle under the strap until I need it 😊 minimizes the wrinkles created when pursing the lips 🤔🤣
Thank you for your videos. I am impressed with the quality of the video and sound with just using your phone. Smart phones are so smart!
Hi Andrea! Not sure if my question ever makes it, I'll re- enter it on the form. I was wondering how you do your yarn organization on the steeking stitch column when you're going across those stitches to the other side? Does the colorwork yarn stay on the side and get picked up later, does it follow the column down? Not sure that makes sense but I'll try the form again, it's been a couple months. Thanks for all the time! It's always a pleasure to watch. All the best! Kimberly
#5 or #10 crochet cotton also works well for lifelines and provisional cast ones. It’s also affordable.
Legit laughed out loud when I saw you hold your cable needle the same way I do 😂💕
Thanks so much for your pocket advice.I think I’ll probably go with a patch pocket or two maybe a good way to do a swatch as well!!! But I’m sure I’ll change my mind back and forth before I actually commit 😊Happy weekend!
Hello Andrea! As always I enjoyed your content. I have just received my yarn for the weekender sweater which will be my first bottom up sweater. I just love the look of it. Hopefully it goes well. 😊
Thanks for the purl stitch tip 😊👍
Great podcast thank you 🧶☕️😊
It will be interesting to see your mods on your weekender.
Great show!
Regarding the Knitting Barber cords: not all silicone tubes are the same. My sister had trouble with her tubing coming off her needles too, and it turns out that what she bought weren't actually the Knitting Barber tubes, but a similar product, that did not stay on the needles as well. It caused her to lose confidence in *all* silicone tubes, which is a shame because I wish everyone could enjoy theirs as much as I do mine!
Hello Andrea,
Enjoy your podcast.
Question: Have you noticed how much the cost of patterns has jumped in the past year? Why is that?
Not all designers have seen the need to charge $10.00 or more for a basic pattern, and I understand the push towards the 'all-inclusive sizing' trend, but does that mean the cost should jump to $12 or more?
Just a thought 🤗💕
Ideal💡~ Why not offer patterns in size ranges as they do with sewing patterns (0 to 8, 10 to 16, 18 to 24), perhaps then the cost would be within everyone's budget, say $6 or $7 for a garment pattern. 😉
Tell us about that bag you just grabbed the barber cords from? Gorgeous
Hello Andrea!
Thank you for the mini tutorial about the self stripe yarn you made it is beautiful!! I appreciate your fun podcast i look forward to it each week. i was wondering are you a process knittr or a project knittr?
i tried the barber cord...and did not like them. the item i was making had tiny stitches, and i had great difficulty sliding them onto the cord, and back off...the stitches stuck to the cord. it was a nightmare. maybe for larger gauges tgey would be ok. word to the wise!
Barber cords come in 2 sizes
Hi Andrea my sister and I have knitted you every day cowl but when we sew it up the cowl is too small we are using 4mm needles should we go up to 5mm or 5.5mm
It’s all good until we sew it up can you please help us out please
The cords DO come in different sizes. Larger mm for larger needles. I have them, but can’t remember where I got them. Sorry.
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