I wear shrugs because, with some style of dresses that I have in my wardrobe, they're the only thing that would look good on top. Also, in autumn they're the perfect "not too warm, not too cool" garment to put on 😄
I wear them too! I like them for when my arms are cold, but my torso isn’t; with a shrug, I don’t have to put an entire other shirt or sweater on, and end up overheating. I have a couple that I sewed out of t-shirt material scarves, and one warm one out of a wider winter scarf of a very soft material. I love them!
As someone who has made 2 giant octopi, I cannot disagree. I did the first one because I was obsessed with it, took me an entire month with very little breaks to finish and while I absolutely love it the tentacles were an absolute paaaain to figure out. The second was as a stash buster since I had a lot of a neon green yarn that was salvaged from an old blanket I made (which was a granny square blanket, so too many loose ends to do in most normal projects) I definitely love them, but they're currently in a bag in my closet. I can't even sell them because they'd be at minimum $100 for supplies alone, let alone time lol
TEMPRETURE BLANKET while im not against the idea i am against a 10 foot blanket. A snake or shorter couchbacking or wallhanging or other varient may be on the table.
i would rather make a striped blanket with colors of choice then you can change when you want and if a color does not look right you can switch it out.
I love my temperature snake. I never want to make a blanket, unless it was a weekly... I might do that. I'm currently knitting temperature socks with a white stripe that goes throughout and then one stripe of color for the high of the week. If I knew how to do calf shaping, a daily would be ok, although I would never wear knee socks so...
A scarf is an infinity cowl waiting to happen. All you have to do is make a scarf wide enough and long enough where you sew the ends together, twist it once to wear as a hood and it doesnt ever have to hit your neck.
I definitely get why some people don't get shrugs. For me, I like them because when I get cold, it's my arms and shoulders that get cold, not the rest of me. So the shrug is perfect where as anything bigger like a sweater, cardigan etc is too much material and will overheat me. Especially when I am doing something active like cleaning. For some reason, even when I should be hot, my arms and shoulders are cold.
Yeah it’s interesting how different body parts get cold at various rates for different people! For me it’s my legs that get cold, my torso is always radiating heat. I started wearing boleros because even a shrug has something going across my chest and I just need something to cover my arms, is all
Hey love! I just wanted to let you know that I am loving all of this content. I know it’s tough for you right now and not being able to crochet, but keep your head up. This content is awesome and a great way to diversify. ❤
@@karenalbery2773 i tried using crochet thread to make barbie shawls 2/10 would not recomend using that sruff. (Barbie shawls however are cool for barbie lovers)
Hairless or very short hair need them in cold weather. For instance, Sphinx cats have to have sweaters. So do chihuahuas. I have a smaller water bottle that I take with me when I go to the doctor. I use a holder for the bottle to hang it on my rollator.
Yay! I’m here when Leigh posts! 0:07. I really love seeing the Silmarillion in the background! Great video, as always! No leggy frogs or bees for me, at this point. That being said, like yourself, I have definitely changed my opinion on some items (as evidenced by the number & type of “loaf cat” and ghost I’ve ended up making this year), but some of more popular items just do not ring my bell, so to speak. 🤷🏼♀️. That’s the terrific thing about art and creative endeavors, though! We can ALL fit into the space and do what makes us happiest, you know? It’s pretty groovy. Cheers! ☺️🫶🏻🧶🧡🧙🏻
Absolutely! The world would be an incredibly dull place if we all thought and did the same things. Just because something doesn't resonate with me personally, doesn't mean it brings less joy to other people.
With you on the bucket hats. When I first saw the "shrugs" I thought, where is the rest of the jumper? I have since made about 4 and I really like them all. So, you never know :)
I had the same thought too lol but yeah, I might change my mind one day. I'm not against making one in general but if I do make one, I want to actually wear it which I know I won't do at the moment.
I am with you on almost all of your crochet dislikes. However, I can think of a bunch of gifts in the list. But, none of these for me (although I am not above making a cute pet costume for my Jack Russell Terror, but it would only last as long as we need to take a picture - Now I want to make her a cowboy vest to match her tiny hat 😁). I would like to try crocheting wire for jewelry, so that is one off your list that I would like to try. Also, the water bottle holders are great for our trips to national parks or amusement parks. I have made one previously out of grocery bag yarn, and my daughter used it. I'd like to make a new one or two for my stainless steel cups that I love using. For your bottle, maybe you should crochet a lanyard, so you can attach your bottle to a bag or belt, and keep the handle available. Your novelty yarn aversion is totally correct. I honestly don't know how people can use it, although I do use it for trim for doll clothes, but not crochet.
@@elizabethlewis3327I thought so too but made some to market prep and they used to sell really well, but not so much anymore. I think it was definitely a phase!!
The only thing I refuse to even attempt learning how to crochet are the amiguruni human dolls, which is from a mixture between too much effort and that dolls just creep me out.
If i see a crocheted human amigurumi, I'm just careful not to let hair and nail clippings around, because i have enough health challenges without adding voodoo to the party.
100% with you on the doll thing. They're very creepy and I can't be convinced otherwise lol. Probably one of the reasons I'm not going to finish the couple I started.
As someone who has horrible circulation, shrugs can be incredibly useful layer pieces (like thin soft material is great for under t-shirts that are too tight to wear a whole long sleeve under) tho there are some bad ass looking outer wear ones too, it's more about how you personally style it
I made a shrug and I've been using it as a light coverage on my chest for when I've got a top that is slightly lower cut than I feel comfortable wearing at work. You'd also be surprised how warm a very loose mesh stitch can be, so it's nice for when you need light coverage. I have a tendency to get cold at work when my arms are fully exposed.
Totally agree with you, crochet things you are really interested in. I currently do Amigurumi only, haven’t made any clothing items yet. Just because I don’t wear it myself. But if someone were to ask me to make for them, I’m sure I would😂
I wanted to try a doily so I used some neon green yarn and gave it to a friend who has a quirky design style. She loved it! I enjoyed making it but yeah, would never decorate my house with them.
I taught myself to knit. I moved to crochet, faster, feelings of accomplishment, just better for me. I worked on a knitted scarf for two months and was only a quarter of the way done. Good luck with knitting.
There's this specific, really complicated Highland Cow pattern that I've decided I will never try to do. I watched someone far more skilled at crochet than I am try and fail to make it, so I'm just like... not gonna even waste the yarn and time trying.
If you wanted to crochet a water bottle holder, use cotton yarn. It isn’t stretchy, will hold its shape better, and will be stronger, as well as absorb the sweat on the bottle.
I am not a shrug person either, but always just assumed it was basically for "I'm cold but I don't want to cover up this shirt/top/etc with a jumper/sweater, so I'll just add long sleeves"
I like a bucket hat with a brim. I burn easily so need something to protect my face. Shrugs are often used instead of a shawl in formal occasions so you don’t have to fiddle with keeping the shawl on but still have protection for bare shoulders.
Scarves, I didn't like them either, for a long time, until I played around with ways to wear them. I will wear one when it gets super cold and my coat doesn't keep my neck, and sometimes ears ( larger scarves can be draped over head too), warm enough. Bucket hats, I actually really like. I'd rather wear a bucket hat to help block out sun, than a baseball cap. Shrugs are nice in places where the temps change from warm enough to go sleeveless to cold enough to just need sleeves, particularly when going out and wearing a spaghetti strap or strapless top/dress. Kind of like the same purpose as a shawl but not as much coverage. I don't wear those types of tops/dresses nearly enough to wear shrugs either, I would probably wear a shawl though.
Thank you Leigh!!!!😍 Finally, somebody says it; Those viral trends that everyone are making awghhhh!🙄 When I see ANOTHER tutorial/patterns of "cylinder" BEE, a leggy frog, the" mabel chicken" and lately the loaf cats...Seriously?!!!! I feel so bad for the designer of the original one of these, how frustrating it must be that half the of the crochet commmunauty is " stealing/ copying the IDEA you had. Cuz yes just looking at it you can figuring it out and write the pattern for yourself. Ok, I can understand that just keep it for you, if you don't have enought money to pay( or you don't want to pay) for every pattern you like to/ and crochet. And the other one is GNOMES! . For this one its mostly a case of personal taste I think. I just don't think they are cutes!!! I'm not Scare, but I just don't get it and they are so many out there! I would add those type of " jewelry " for the feet, they don't even have a sool ( sorry don't know how to write it...) Its to write on the beach or to take pictures Finally, doilies, I just LOVE those with skulls in it, or any horror cool designs in it. 😍 And now, when I dont like crocheting a project , I too, just stop it, and frog or trash it. Crocheting is not a job but a hobby for me and there is so little time in a day, I just want to have fun , enjoy the process and the final project.. NB : I forgot the granny squares! Never crochet en entire one!😄 I dont like that they have holes in them! So I know it's not a very popular opinion cuz do many crocheter loves them! Again, thank you for sayingb out loud what I'm thinking 😋✌️✌️✌️
It must be really frustrating for those creators to see something they worked hard on replicated over and over again. I think it's okay if people want to put their own spin on it and change the pattern up but I've seen so many patterns that are virtually identical, it becomes hard to tell who the original designer was.
Completely agree with you about gnomes, but last year I tried the Gnomes of the Gnorth pattern (can't recall what made me do it!!), and I was addicted. I adapted them, made them in several different sizes, and went just a little gnome mad. It was cool too, because it taught me a new stitch I wasn't even aware of till then (yarn over slip stitch, or whatever it's meant to be called), which I still use now in other projects. So I guess, from my own stand point, never say never...?
I’ve never been tempted to do a temperature blanket bc it’s 95 to 110 plus degrees about 7 months of the year where I live! And our winter is more like autumn, rarely dipping into the 50’s. I agree with bucket hats: some people look real cute in them, but not me. In fact, I don’t look good in any kind of hat, lol. I’d love to make more garments, but not the tight, midriff baring things I always see. I’m not young and skinny anymore. I am divided on the doily thing. Yep, it’s granny stuff for sure, but being attracted to the delicate thread work, I’ve inexplicably made many of them. Other than snowflakes for Xmas decorations, I have no use for any of them, lol. This was a fun video, and was interesting to think about.
i totally get why you wouldn't like shrugs! For me, i like wearing them for sensory reasons. I overheat super easily since i started T, and I cant stand if my chest gets hot, so they're a way to help keep my arms warm while wearing something more breathable on my torso
I occasionally make a scarf. I have one that I wear hanging down mostly to cover the velcro that I rarely do up. Otherwise, I'm not a scarf person. Bucket hats. I don't care for them but my son and his family like them so I made 4 of them in 2023. I had no plans to make them before that. They were cute but not my aesthetic. We just got two kittens and although they are young enough to train into wearing things I make, I just can't torment a pet like that. I can see it for some dogs who would get cold but most of the time, I don't like the idea of torturing them. As for gnomes, I'm not a fan either but I don't get freaked. I did make some because my kids like them but mostly, I find them odd and ugly. Other than what is mentioned, I'm with you on the rest.
.... Yeaaaah, I'll neeever make a giant amigurumi. Please ignore the life sized 4 meter long Dragonair that needs to be stitched up in the corner of my room. Granted, that's sewing, 3D printing, and embroidery versus crocheting. Scarves and bucket hats, agreed. When I'm cold, it's always my limbs and nose. I also agree with other comments saying temperature blanket. I get annoyed with repetition and if I tried that every day or every weekend, I'd give up on week 2 or 3 at the latest
I agree with the majority of these pointless crochet projects. I have never crocheted a scarf, but my first knit project was a scarf, which turned out amazingly. I don't keep much of anything I make, I give them away. If I still have something, it's not quality enough to use, and I keep it as a reminder of what not to do (it's a small bag of these projects).
Okay, so hear me out - there are some really cool doily patterns out there, and if you size them up you can use them as a base for a really cool cardigan ;) I used a pattern for a skull doily last year to make a cardigan for my bestie for Christmas. So I guess at that point it's not REALLY a doily anymore, but don't discount the patterns entirely!
If I made one with the intent to turn it into a jumper/jacket or something, I do reckon I'd have fun with that. It's just the basic flat doily on it's own that I'm not overly interested in.
I love dressing up my newfoundland! I have 2 dog's and hes the only one who will tolerate my crap. 😂 With saying that a Newfoundland sized anything takes a lot time to make
I like wearing shrugs as I'm often warm enough generally, I just need something to cover my arms as that's the only bit that feels chilly; especially in bed at night.
Cotton doesn't really stretch for your water bottle holder and you can line it with fabric to help with stress. As for the strap, crochet used to be used for fishing nets. There's something out there that would work, just in case you change your mind. 😊
I'm probably going to die alone on this hill, but I cannot STAND the Granny Stitch. I tried to get over myself by using it in a blanket, but no. I just don't like it. It gives me cringy vibes of stereotypical 'old lady' crochet that has been sitting on someone's couch for decades and is clammy with age, dust, and human detritus, having never been removed from said couch and washed 🤢😵💫 I know it's an old faithful for a reason, just not for me 🤷🏽♀️
Shrugs: they're great layering accessories and can often be made in raffia, which will not add warmth in an aggressive summer but can then be a really cool lace touch for an outfit.
Because I mostly like making clothes, I dislike any weight yarn thicker than warsted. I once made a sweater from a bulky wool, it was so hot and thick that I couldn't even wear it when it was freezing. I decided afterwards that there was no way I'd use anything thicker than warsted.
For older ladies, shrugs are modesty thing. It’s very Spring/Summer. You were them over sleeveless dresses typically to hide shoulders or that underarm meets torso squishy bit or arm wings. My grandma always wanted me to wear them to like church or a wedding. Not my thing. Sort of like a not as sexy bolero.
No bucket hats for me. I use shrugs because my arms get cold and I get hot flashes. And I frogged a couple of projects and I've redone one, and I love it way more. Most novelty yarn I do not want to use. And I won't make giant amigurumi because giant projects drive me nuts (I say, as I'm finishing a gigantic blanket. And it's driving me crazy lmao).
for the water bottle thing just make a cover, i made one for my bottle and it stays cold so much longer and it doesn't sweat all over everything in my bag anymore
The way you feel about gnomes, is the same way I feel about Trolls. Yeah, like the Troll animated movies. Those dang things started in the 70's and I was happy when they vanished into obscurity. Whomever brought those hellspawn back, deserves to be locked in a room with them for all eternity. Scarves...yes I've made one because going without where I live in winter is courting bronchitis. Doilies. Both of my grandmothers made them. The only one I ever wanted to attempt was the teacup and saucer. It was a 3D object...once you starched it. I do like bucket hats, but look bad in them. I want to make a sunhat with a wide brim; those I look good in. Temperature blankets...no. Anything that i have to work on for a minimum of 1 year is right out. And to add to your list....granny square based clothing. No. Just....no.
I would probably make almost anything on your list of pointless items, but I really loathe making amigurumi, although I adore the results! But the tight stitches & irregular increases both defeat me. 🙃
maybe a useful tip for the novelty yarn someone at the craft store gave me a tip to make a base in regular yarn, but only working through the backloops, and then to later crochet the fluffy yarn through the front loops that way you don't need to struggle with not seeing what you're doing
My biggest reason for Liking shrugs, is that I'm the kind of person that's always dying of heat from my torso, while my arms are cold.. My biggest dislike, is that they give a lot of attention to the torso / chest area, and I'm dysphoric about that area XD
I've made most of these, but I find headwarmers pointless for myself because I have bangs. They just don't work with my hair. I'd much rather make hats.
Agree with gnomes they are crazy creepy. somethings like the doily i would make in memory of my great grand who past when i was 9 but never to your grandmother's extent and i want to prove my nerve damage hands (not that old) can do small thing., so maybe jewelry too. I think it's what is practical and fun for a person. But there are clothes that just shouldn't be worn that I wouldn't make, though really should learn more with making clothes and accessories. I will NOT make most thing for bathroom decor or cars. i tend to make things and give away so who knows what people might want in future but totally understand where your coming from.
I think you nail my list to a tea. I have fallen for some of those beautiful novelty yarns and was excited to create with it but soon realized my hair was thinning BECAUSE I WAS PULLING IT OUT! UGG! I would add those demonic teddies or "pussy hats". I guess my age is showing with those answers. Hey to each their own. Great list and as always thanks for the laugh.
I wear a shrug I made at work (at a school) and it makes some shirts that I wear outside of work more work appropriate so no more 2 separate wardrobes.
I refuse to make crochet bathing suits/underwear...gross. Crochet doilies are so pretty but so intimidating and I know my ADHD could never. Its tiny and fiddly and my EDS makes that kind of project painful. I have zero desire to ever make a water bottle holder or wallet. I do want to make a purse that is reinforced with that plastic mesh stuff so it doesn't lose shape but regular crochet bags generally look sad to me when they get misshapen. I want to make wearables but, I tried making a sweater and its horrible. The yarn cant be frogged because its got so many wispies that its locked in. I think I need to practice more before I try wearables again. Oh and temperature blankets. I lost interest in it after about 30 rounds and meh. Not worth it. I wish I could do the micro crochet but I simply do not have the vision or dexterity for that.
I'm not against the idea of making another giant plush, but I do agree it's a major pain. I still love the giant one I've made, but it's almost as big as me, very heavy, and takes up too much space...... Was it still fun making it? Yes 😅
I agree with you about temperature blankets, but I am thinking of doing a special temperature blanket for my parents. It is their 50th wedding anniversary in 2026, so how cool would it be to create a special blanket with the temps (or approximate temps) from where they got married in 1976. Luckily, we can find almost anything online.
Viral trends irritate me, lol. As a market vendor I do a few because they supplement my income but I'm picky which ones I make. I really like the more unique one of a kind amigurumi.
I made a water bottle holder with a diamond mesh pattern. It started getting stretched out of shape holding my water bottle, so I stopped using it. I live too far south (in the northern hemisphere) to get much use out of blankets, so I don't think I'll ever make one. It seems pointless.
I have a dog who actually gets upset if she's NOT wearing clothes, and she's a Doberman mix, so you may have just inspired me to make her a Houndoom costume...
Chenille yarns and granny squares. But a lot of the things that go viral I do not see the appeal. But if I find it interesting I will but I won't just make it because it is viral.
So I asked my sister what shoyld I make for her husband. She said a scarf and I was like cool. Well, I finished it only to realize that I made it with a wool yarn and he has a skin condition and I had to make sure he wasn't allergic. The morning of frickin christmas, I finally finished his damn scarf. I was like I should have just gotten him some flannels insteads! Now I have this extra scarf for no reason and I don't wear them
I agree with all your thoughts accept two. Novelty yarn and scarves. Novelty yarn can/ SHOULD be used for trim. example fringe on the ends of a scarf or a pompom on a hat or the trim on a christmas tree skirt or as part of a cat toy. Gnomes are without a doubt STUPID ! ! I do not get it at all. They are not for me. Granny squares, I understand the concept. I do not like how they are constructed and how they look when finished. They remind me of 1970"s everything. So cringe-y !!! I make things to be used (wash cloths) or keep you warm (blankets) or for kids/ animals to play with. If you are going to put it on display and never use it, I find that insulting. Some things are put away for a while and pulled out again, such as winter or summer or holiday things. Anyway, I am off my soap box now. If you would like pictures of things I have made with novelty yarns, just contact me. See you in the next one.
The small shrugs ???? They cover arms and shoulders??? Ugly , thick yarn and novelty yarn no way hurt hands , I agreed with most of ur choices but I do make doiley s and cowls and scarfs , but mostly agreed with you , hope you get better soon !! Just take it easy to finally b well with it
I wear shrugs doing summer bcos i have so many sh scars and they cant tolerate the sun even with suncream. Do i Think its cute? No. But do i rather want people staring bcos im bad at styling or do i want Them staring bcos i have toasted zebra stripes… def the first one.
For me its amigurumi. I agree that many of them are cute, but if I don't have children to give them to there is no point. I am a grown adult and have no use for crocheted toys.
You should try making one that appeals to you. The satisfaction of joining all the pieces together, putting a face on it is so satisfying. It's as though you have brought something to life. I have heaps that I look at every day and feel quite proud of myself & trying to make more complicated ones. Hippo sits on the lounge with me. I am not young.
Nah, that's not what I'm talking about. I know what you're referring to and they're definitely AI generated but I mean the actual human created giant amigurumi.
I wear shrugs because, with some style of dresses that I have in my wardrobe, they're the only thing that would look good on top. Also, in autumn they're the perfect "not too warm, not too cool" garment to put on 😄
I wear them too! I like them for when my arms are cold, but my torso isn’t; with a shrug, I don’t have to put an entire other shirt or sweater on, and end up overheating. I have a couple that I sewed out of t-shirt material scarves, and one warm one out of a wider winter scarf of a very soft material. I love them!
As someone who has made 2 giant octopi, I cannot disagree. I did the first one because I was obsessed with it, took me an entire month with very little breaks to finish and while I absolutely love it the tentacles were an absolute paaaain to figure out. The second was as a stash buster since I had a lot of a neon green yarn that was salvaged from an old blanket I made (which was a granny square blanket, so too many loose ends to do in most normal projects)
I definitely love them, but they're currently in a bag in my closet. I can't even sell them because they'd be at minimum $100 for supplies alone, let alone time lol
TEMPRETURE BLANKET while im not against the idea i am against a 10 foot blanket. A snake or shorter couchbacking or wallhanging or other varient may be on the table.
That is the one thing that I love to crochet. Though tbf I live in canada and our cold season is icy at the worst of the season. 😅
i would rather make a striped blanket with colors of choice then you can change when you want and if a color does not look right you can switch it out.
I love my temperature snake. I never want to make a blanket, unless it was a weekly... I might do that.
I'm currently knitting temperature socks with a white stripe that goes throughout and then one stripe of color for the high of the week. If I knew how to do calf shaping, a daily would be ok, although I would never wear knee socks so...
I personally can’t think of a year I’d want to remember so much I’d be willing to put that much work into, so agreed.
I am going to make a book worm. I am tracking the number of books I am reading for the year.
A scarf is an infinity cowl waiting to happen. All you have to do is make a scarf wide enough and long enough where you sew the ends together, twist it once to wear as a hood and it doesnt ever have to hit your neck.
I definitely get why some people don't get shrugs. For me, I like them because when I get cold, it's my arms and shoulders that get cold, not the rest of me. So the shrug is perfect where as anything bigger like a sweater, cardigan etc is too much material and will overheat me. Especially when I am doing something active like cleaning. For some reason, even when I should be hot, my arms and shoulders are cold.
Yeah it’s interesting how different body parts get cold at various rates for different people! For me it’s my legs that get cold, my torso is always radiating heat. I started wearing boleros because even a shrug has something going across my chest and I just need something to cover my arms, is all
Hey love! I just wanted to let you know that I am loving all of this content. I know it’s tough for you right now and not being able to crochet, but keep your head up. This content is awesome and a great way to diversify. ❤
Thank you so much! It's been frustrating but I'm really glad to hear you're enjoying the crochet-adjacent content too 💙
Agree agree agree! The only exception to your list I would make is doilies if they are turned into wall hangings.
@@karenalbery2773 i tried using crochet thread to make barbie shawls 2/10 would not recomend using that sruff. (Barbie shawls however are cool for barbie lovers)
Like mandalas, they're cool
Hairless or very short hair need them in cold weather. For instance, Sphinx cats have to have sweaters. So do chihuahuas. I have a smaller water bottle that I take with me when I go to the doctor. I use a holder for the bottle to hang it on my rollator.
Yay! I’m here when Leigh posts! 0:07. I really love seeing the Silmarillion in the background!
Great video, as always! No leggy frogs or bees for me, at this point. That being said, like yourself, I have definitely changed my opinion on some items (as evidenced by the number & type of “loaf cat” and ghost I’ve ended up making this year), but some of more popular items just do not ring my bell, so to speak. 🤷🏼♀️. That’s the terrific thing about art and creative endeavors, though! We can ALL fit into the space and do what makes us happiest, you know? It’s pretty groovy. Cheers! ☺️🫶🏻🧶🧡🧙🏻
Absolutely! The world would be an incredibly dull place if we all thought and did the same things. Just because something doesn't resonate with me personally, doesn't mean it brings less joy to other people.
With you on the bucket hats. When I first saw the "shrugs" I thought, where is the rest of the jumper? I have since made about 4 and I really like them all. So, you never know :)
I had the same thought too lol but yeah, I might change my mind one day. I'm not against making one in general but if I do make one, I want to actually wear it which I know I won't do at the moment.
I am with you on almost all of your crochet dislikes. However, I can think of a bunch of gifts in the list. But, none of these for me (although I am not above making a cute pet costume for my Jack Russell Terror, but it would only last as long as we need to take a picture - Now I want to make her a cowboy vest to match her tiny hat 😁). I would like to try crocheting wire for jewelry, so that is one off your list that I would like to try. Also, the water bottle holders are great for our trips to national parks or amusement parks. I have made one previously out of grocery bag yarn, and my daughter used it. I'd like to make a new one or two for my stainless steel cups that I love using. For your bottle, maybe you should crochet a lanyard, so you can attach your bottle to a bag or belt, and keep the handle available. Your novelty yarn aversion is totally correct. I honestly don't know how people can use it, although I do use it for trim for doll clothes, but not crochet.
I get the leggy frogs!!!!! I don’t know why they are so popular!
Me, too! I despise them. I don't think they are cute at all.
@@elizabethlewis3327I thought so too but made some to market prep and they used to sell really well, but not so much anymore. I think it was definitely a phase!!
The only thing I refuse to even attempt learning how to crochet are the amiguruni human dolls, which is from a mixture between too much effort and that dolls just creep me out.
If i see a crocheted human amigurumi, I'm just careful not to let hair and nail clippings around, because i have enough health challenges without adding voodoo to the party.
100% with you on the doll thing. They're very creepy and I can't be convinced otherwise lol. Probably one of the reasons I'm not going to finish the couple I started.
As someone who has horrible circulation, shrugs can be incredibly useful layer pieces (like thin soft material is great for under t-shirts that are too tight to wear a whole long sleeve under) tho there are some bad ass looking outer wear ones too, it's more about how you personally style it
I made a shrug and I've been using it as a light coverage on my chest for when I've got a top that is slightly lower cut than I feel comfortable wearing at work. You'd also be surprised how warm a very loose mesh stitch can be, so it's nice for when you need light coverage. I have a tendency to get cold at work when my arms are fully exposed.
Honestly I wear shugs just because I like the way they layer. Helps make a plain top look less so, like an anti-vest.
Totally agree with you, crochet things you are really interested in.
I currently do Amigurumi only, haven’t made any clothing items yet. Just because I don’t wear it myself. But if someone were to ask me to make for them, I’m sure I would😂
I wanted to try a doily so I used some neon green yarn and gave it to a friend who has a quirky design style. She loved it! I enjoyed making it but yeah, would never decorate my house with them.
I’m with you on the doilies😂 Never understood their purpose
I taught myself to knit. I moved to crochet, faster, feelings of accomplishment, just better for me. I worked on a knitted scarf for two months and was only a quarter of the way done. Good luck with knitting.
There's this specific, really complicated Highland Cow pattern that I've decided I will never try to do. I watched someone far more skilled at crochet than I am try and fail to make it, so I'm just like... not gonna even waste the yarn and time trying.
I mean you’re right, some things change but I feel I’ll never start and finish a temperature blanket. Couldn’t do it
Totally agree. I kind of like the idea in theory but I 100% know I would never finish it.
If you wanted to crochet a water bottle holder, use cotton yarn. It isn’t stretchy, will hold its shape better, and will be stronger, as well as absorb the sweat on the bottle.
I think for the size of bottle she uses instead of a holder more of a cozy.
Could look like the Yarnavore sweater and button shut.🤗💖
I am not a shrug person either, but always just assumed it was basically for "I'm cold but I don't want to cover up this shirt/top/etc with a jumper/sweater, so I'll just add long sleeves"
I like a bucket hat with a brim. I burn easily so need something to protect my face. Shrugs are often used instead of a shawl in formal occasions so you don’t have to fiddle with keeping the shawl on but still have protection for bare shoulders.
Scarves, I didn't like them either, for a long time, until I played around with ways to wear them. I will wear one when it gets super cold and my coat doesn't keep my neck, and sometimes ears ( larger scarves can be draped over head too), warm enough.
Bucket hats, I actually really like. I'd rather wear a bucket hat to help block out sun, than a baseball cap.
Shrugs are nice in places where the temps change from warm enough to go sleeveless to cold enough to just need sleeves, particularly when going out and wearing a spaghetti strap or strapless top/dress. Kind of like the same purpose as a shawl but not as much coverage. I don't wear those types of tops/dresses nearly enough to wear shrugs either, I would probably wear a shawl though.
Thank you Leigh!!!!😍 Finally, somebody says it; Those viral trends that everyone are making awghhhh!🙄 When I see ANOTHER tutorial/patterns of "cylinder" BEE, a leggy frog, the" mabel chicken" and lately the loaf cats...Seriously?!!!! I feel so bad for the designer of the original one of these, how frustrating it must be that half the of the crochet commmunauty is " stealing/ copying the IDEA you had. Cuz yes just looking at it you can figuring it out and write the pattern for yourself. Ok, I can understand that just keep it for you, if you don't have enought money to pay( or you don't want to pay) for every pattern you like to/ and crochet.
And the other one is GNOMES! . For this one its mostly a case of personal taste I think. I just don't think they are cutes!!! I'm not Scare, but I just don't get it and they are so many out there!
I would add those type of " jewelry " for the feet, they don't even have a sool ( sorry don't know how to write it...) Its to write on the beach or to take pictures
Finally, doilies, I just LOVE those with skulls in it, or any horror cool designs in it. 😍
And now, when I dont like crocheting a project , I too, just stop it, and frog or trash it. Crocheting is not a job but a hobby for me and there is so little time in a day, I just want to have fun , enjoy the process and the final project..
NB : I forgot the granny squares! Never crochet en entire one!😄 I dont like that they have holes in them! So I know it's not a very popular opinion cuz do many crocheter loves them!
Again, thank you for sayingb out loud what I'm thinking 😋✌️✌️✌️
It must be really frustrating for those creators to see something they worked hard on replicated over and over again. I think it's okay if people want to put their own spin on it and change the pattern up but I've seen so many patterns that are virtually identical, it becomes hard to tell who the original designer was.
Completely agree with you about gnomes, but last year I tried the Gnomes of the Gnorth pattern (can't recall what made me do it!!), and I was addicted. I adapted them, made them in several different sizes, and went just a little gnome mad. It was cool too, because it taught me a new stitch I wasn't even aware of till then (yarn over slip stitch, or whatever it's meant to be called), which I still use now in other projects. So I guess, from my own stand point, never say never...?
I’ve never been tempted to do a temperature blanket bc it’s 95 to 110 plus degrees about 7 months of the year where I live! And our winter is more like autumn, rarely dipping into the 50’s.
I agree with bucket hats: some people look real cute in them, but not me. In fact, I don’t look good in any kind of hat, lol.
I’d love to make more garments, but not the tight, midriff baring things I always see. I’m not young and skinny anymore.
I am divided on the doily thing. Yep, it’s granny stuff for sure, but being attracted to the delicate thread work, I’ve inexplicably made many of them. Other than snowflakes for Xmas decorations, I have no use for any of them, lol.
This was a fun video, and was interesting to think about.
I HATE working with novelty yarn but i love the final results 😢
i totally get why you wouldn't like shrugs! For me, i like wearing them for sensory reasons. I overheat super easily since i started T, and I cant stand if my chest gets hot, so they're a way to help keep my arms warm while wearing something more breathable on my torso
I occasionally make a scarf. I have one that I wear hanging down mostly to cover the velcro that I rarely do up. Otherwise, I'm not a scarf person.
Bucket hats. I don't care for them but my son and his family like them so I made 4 of them in 2023. I had no plans to make them before that. They were cute but not my aesthetic.
We just got two kittens and although they are young enough to train into wearing things I make, I just can't torment a pet like that. I can see it for some dogs who would get cold but most of the time, I don't like the idea of torturing them.
As for gnomes, I'm not a fan either but I don't get freaked. I did make some because my kids like them but mostly, I find them odd and ugly.
Other than what is mentioned, I'm with you on the rest.
.... Yeaaaah, I'll neeever make a giant amigurumi. Please ignore the life sized 4 meter long Dragonair that needs to be stitched up in the corner of my room. Granted, that's sewing, 3D printing, and embroidery versus crocheting. Scarves and bucket hats, agreed. When I'm cold, it's always my limbs and nose. I also agree with other comments saying temperature blanket. I get annoyed with repetition and if I tried that every day or every weekend, I'd give up on week 2 or 3 at the latest
I agree with the majority of these pointless crochet projects. I have never crocheted a scarf, but my first knit project was a scarf, which turned out amazingly. I don't keep much of anything I make, I give them away. If I still have something, it's not quality enough to use, and I keep it as a reminder of what not to do (it's a small bag of these projects).
Okay, so hear me out - there are some really cool doily patterns out there, and if you size them up you can use them as a base for a really cool cardigan ;) I used a pattern for a skull doily last year to make a cardigan for my bestie for Christmas.
So I guess at that point it's not REALLY a doily anymore, but don't discount the patterns entirely!
If I made one with the intent to turn it into a jumper/jacket or something, I do reckon I'd have fun with that. It's just the basic flat doily on it's own that I'm not overly interested in.
I love dressing up my newfoundland! I have 2 dog's and hes the only one who will tolerate my crap. 😂 With saying that a Newfoundland sized anything takes a lot time to make
I like wearing shrugs as I'm often warm enough generally, I just need something to cover my arms as that's the only bit that feels chilly; especially in bed at night.
For the shrugs, sometimes my arms get cold, but a cardigan or jumper makes my core too warm
Cotton doesn't really stretch for your water bottle holder and you can line it with fabric to help with stress. As for the strap, crochet used to be used for fishing nets. There's something out there that would work, just in case you change your mind. 😊
I'm probably going to die alone on this hill, but I cannot STAND the Granny Stitch. I tried to get over myself by using it in a blanket, but no. I just don't like it. It gives me cringy vibes of stereotypical 'old lady' crochet that has been sitting on someone's couch for decades and is clammy with age, dust, and human detritus, having never been removed from said couch and washed 🤢😵💫 I know it's an old faithful for a reason, just not for me 🤷🏽♀️
Shrugs: they're great layering accessories and can often be made in raffia, which will not add warmth in an aggressive summer but can then be a really cool lace touch for an outfit.
Because I mostly like making clothes, I dislike any weight yarn thicker than warsted. I once made a sweater from a bulky wool, it was so hot and thick that I couldn't even wear it when it was freezing. I decided afterwards that there was no way I'd use anything thicker than warsted.
For older ladies, shrugs are modesty thing. It’s very Spring/Summer. You were them over sleeveless dresses typically to hide shoulders or that underarm meets torso squishy bit or arm wings. My grandma always wanted me to wear them to like church or a wedding. Not my thing. Sort of like a not as sexy bolero.
No bucket hats for me. I use shrugs because my arms get cold and I get hot flashes. And I frogged a couple of projects and I've redone one, and I love it way more. Most novelty yarn I do not want to use. And I won't make giant amigurumi because giant projects drive me nuts (I say, as I'm finishing a gigantic blanket. And it's driving me crazy lmao).
It’s a woman’s prerogative to change her mind
for the water bottle thing just make a cover, i made one for my bottle and it stays cold so much longer and it doesn't sweat all over everything in my bag anymore
I agree to all of your comments
The way you feel about gnomes, is the same way I feel about Trolls. Yeah, like the Troll animated movies. Those dang things started in the 70's and I was happy when they vanished into obscurity. Whomever brought those hellspawn back, deserves to be locked in a room with them for all eternity.
Scarves...yes I've made one because going without where I live in winter is courting bronchitis.
Doilies. Both of my grandmothers made them. The only one I ever wanted to attempt was the teacup and saucer. It was a 3D object...once you starched it.
I do like bucket hats, but look bad in them. I want to make a sunhat with a wide brim; those I look good in.
Temperature blankets...no. Anything that i have to work on for a minimum of 1 year is right out.
And to add to your list....granny square based clothing. No. Just....no.
I would probably make almost anything on your list of pointless items, but I really loathe making amigurumi, although I adore the results! But the tight stitches & irregular increases both defeat me. 🙃
maybe a useful tip for the novelty yarn
someone at the craft store gave me a tip to make a base in regular yarn, but only working through the backloops, and then to later crochet the fluffy yarn through the front loops
that way you don't need to struggle with not seeing what you're doing
omg, could you be persuaded to make a video of this process? it sounds very interesting.
My biggest reason for Liking shrugs, is that I'm the kind of person that's always dying of heat from my torso, while my arms are cold..
My biggest dislike, is that they give a lot of attention to the torso / chest area, and I'm dysphoric about that area XD
I've made most of these, but I find headwarmers pointless for myself because I have bangs. They just don't work with my hair. I'd much rather make hats.
I disagree on the gnomes & bucket hats cuz i have crocheted a couple of bucket hats and i love them! And i love gnomes
Banned. No gnome lovers allowed here 😂😂😂. Kidding of course, it'd be boring if we all just liked the same things.
Agree with gnomes they are crazy creepy. somethings like the doily i would make in memory of my great grand who past when i was 9 but never to your grandmother's extent and i want to prove my nerve damage hands (not that old) can do small thing., so maybe jewelry too. I think it's what is practical and fun for a person. But there are clothes that just shouldn't be worn that I wouldn't make, though really should learn more with making clothes and accessories. I will NOT make most thing for bathroom decor or cars. i tend to make things and give away so who knows what people might want in future but totally understand where your coming from.
I totally agree with the bathroom and car decor too. I imagine they would get very gross, very quickly :S
I think you nail my list to a tea. I have fallen for some of those beautiful novelty yarns and was excited to create with it but soon realized my hair was thinning BECAUSE I WAS PULLING IT OUT! UGG! I would add those demonic teddies or "pussy hats". I guess my age is showing with those answers. Hey to each their own. Great list and as always thanks for the laugh.
scarfs can be good belts, mostly for costumes
I wear a shrug I made at work (at a school) and it makes some shirts that I wear outside of work more work appropriate so no more 2 separate wardrobes.
I refuse to make crochet bathing suits/underwear...gross. Crochet doilies are so pretty but so intimidating and I know my ADHD could never. Its tiny and fiddly and my EDS makes that kind of project painful. I have zero desire to ever make a water bottle holder or wallet. I do want to make a purse that is reinforced with that plastic mesh stuff so it doesn't lose shape but regular crochet bags generally look sad to me when they get misshapen. I want to make wearables but, I tried making a sweater and its horrible. The yarn cant be frogged because its got so many wispies that its locked in. I think I need to practice more before I try wearables again. Oh and temperature blankets. I lost interest in it after about 30 rounds and meh. Not worth it. I wish I could do the micro crochet but I simply do not have the vision or dexterity for that.
I'm not against the idea of making another giant plush, but I do agree it's a major pain. I still love the giant one I've made, but it's almost as big as me, very heavy, and takes up too much space...... Was it still fun making it? Yes 😅
No temperature blankets for me. I would lose interest and end up miles behind
I agree with you about temperature blankets, but I am thinking of doing a special temperature blanket for my parents. It is their 50th wedding anniversary in 2026, so how cool would it be to create a special blanket with the temps (or approximate temps) from where they got married in 1976. Luckily, we can find almost anything online.
Viral trends irritate me, lol. As a market vendor I do a few because they supplement my income but I'm picky which ones I make. I really like the more unique one of a kind amigurumi.
That must be a tough spot to be in, having to find that balance between what you want to make and what sells at markets.
I made a water bottle holder with a diamond mesh pattern. It started getting stretched out of shape holding my water bottle, so I stopped using it.
I live too far south (in the northern hemisphere) to get much use out of blankets, so I don't think I'll ever make one. It seems pointless.
I have huge scarves. The grandbairns used to use them as blankets.....
That is honestly so cute.
I have a dog who actually gets upset if she's NOT wearing clothes, and she's a Doberman mix, so you may have just inspired me to make her a Houndoom costume...
You could crochet tapestry for your back wall with channel name.
Chenille yarns and granny squares.
But a lot of the things that go viral I do not see the appeal. But if I find it interesting I will but I won't just make it because it is viral.
So I asked my sister what shoyld I make for her husband. She said a scarf and I was like cool. Well, I finished it only to realize that I made it with a wool yarn and he has a skin condition and I had to make sure he wasn't allergic. The morning of frickin christmas, I finally finished his damn scarf. I was like I should have just gotten him some flannels insteads! Now I have this extra scarf for no reason and I don't wear them
off topic: is that a fancy copy of the Silmarillion in the background? :o
Yeah! Was a gift from my parents years ago, I call it my 'decoration' copy 😂😂
Pumpkins and granny squares.
I agree with all your thoughts accept two. Novelty yarn and scarves. Novelty yarn can/ SHOULD be used for trim. example fringe on the ends of a scarf or a pompom on a hat or the trim on a christmas tree skirt or as part of a cat toy. Gnomes are without a doubt STUPID ! ! I do not get it at all. They are not for me. Granny squares, I understand the concept. I do not like how they are constructed and how they look when finished. They remind me of 1970"s everything. So cringe-y !!!
I make things to be used (wash cloths) or keep you warm (blankets) or for kids/ animals to play with. If you are going to put it on display and never use it, I find that insulting. Some things are put away for a while and pulled out again, such as winter or summer or holiday things. Anyway, I am off my soap box now. If you would like pictures of things I have made with novelty yarns, just contact me. See you in the next one.
also, what about a mandala jacket?
I wouldn't mind giving that a try because a jacket is something I'd actually wear.
The main thing I’ll never make….things for anyone else.
I refuse to make clothing bc I know I won't wear it
The small shrugs ???? They cover arms and shoulders??? Ugly , thick yarn and novelty yarn no way hurt hands , I agreed with most of ur choices but I do make doiley s and cowls and scarfs , but mostly agreed with you , hope you get better soon !! Just take it easy to finally b well with it
I wear shrugs doing summer bcos i have so many sh scars and they cant tolerate the sun even with suncream. Do i Think its cute? No. But do i rather want people staring bcos im bad at styling or do i want Them staring bcos i have toasted zebra stripes… def the first one.
For the shrugs, it might be a modesty thing. Wearing spaghetti straps is not acceptable here in Japan but you can cover it with a cotton shrug.
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For me its amigurumi. I agree that many of them are cute, but if I don't have children to give them to there is no point. I am a grown adult and have no use for crocheted toys.
You should try making one that appeals to you. The satisfaction of joining all the pieces together, putting a face on it is so satisfying. It's as though you have brought something to life. I have heaps that I look at every day and feel quite proud of myself & trying to make more complicated ones. Hippo sits on the lounge with me. I am not young.
I don't like Gnomes either, I think I am the one only one around me who doesn't get the hype
I think the life-size Amigurumi are AI, not real.
Nah, that's not what I'm talking about. I know what you're referring to and they're definitely AI generated but I mean the actual human created giant amigurumi.
@@SkeinSpider Oh, ok.
Viral : Taylor Swift dress🤮 It’s not the best looking dress. Just finished a hat with bulky yarn, my hand still hurts.