Knitting! Progress on my WAISTCOAT, featuring STEEKING! plus my mitred square blanket and tea cosy!

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  • Опубликовано: 27 дек 2024

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  • @dominiquedagenais3066
    @dominiquedagenais3066 2 года назад +1

    Is it possible for me to tell you that I love your voice? Your whole energy makes me think of my late grandmother, whom taught me to knit.

  • @TG-mx5wb
    @TG-mx5wb 2 года назад +1

    There’s nothing quite as lovely to wear as something your grandmother has made for you.

  • @joycecouper1334
    @joycecouper1334 2 года назад +59

    Rita, settled in that basket and purring contentedly, made a lovely ending to today's video. 🌼

  • @summersailing8175
    @summersailing8175 2 года назад +1

    Your little granddaughter is a beautiful little girl!!!! One can say your 'rich' now! Children are the reason for life!

  • @emilychadwick3857
    @emilychadwick3857 2 года назад

    Certainly enjoyed spending time with you this Sunday afternoon, 🌷🌹

  • @annierodenberg2327
    @annierodenberg2327 2 года назад +1

    I wish I could knit well enough to make garments. Kate, thanks for sharing what keeps you busy in your days....

  • @jeanhooson2933
    @jeanhooson2933 2 года назад +1

    I came over to see your channel after Sheila’s knitting and chats and found it very enjoyable thank you I’m 78 and not a good knitter really just starting to try doing it properly as used to try go wrong an just abandon it but I’m intent on trying till can do it understanding patterns I find hard and picking up stitches neatly for bands etc on cardigans , also stitching up I find a nightmare , you will be thinking is there any thing you can do 😂no not a lot is the answer but keep trying , love your lovely cat isn’t it good how they want love when your in the middle of things love the stretchy cast off Sheila showed it said got it from you will enjoy watching your projects go girl Rita bye and thanks Jean an my cat Boris X

  • @joannasnee3871
    @joannasnee3871 2 года назад

    It's one of the hottest days in UK history, I have the fan on full blast, drinking iced coffee, watching you with your wonderful knitting projects and planning a huge rainbow sweater inspired by your waistcoat! I have just discovered your channel, Kate, and am binge watching all the back catalogue. Your genuineness and the way you speak directly to your viewers is a rare and beautiful thing. At times when I need a bit of encouragement in creative projects, there are are a group of RUclips people in my head that at I refer to, i.e. What would Jenny Doan or Donna Jordan or Paul Sellers do? You have taken a special place there along side Mothie (my mum) because your approach ( in my imagination) will include problem solving, wise words and most probably a cup of tea! Thank you .

  • @BirgitFabich
    @BirgitFabich 2 дня назад

    I had to hold on my breath as you took the scissors - thanks for the video, i'd never done it before, but I think I will try.

  • @catharinakanninga-degraaf3575
    @catharinakanninga-degraaf3575 2 года назад

    I have a big smile on my face . lovely cat Rita purring and laying in the little basket.
    thank you for teaching me how to cast off. I'm a fervent knitter but never seen it this way. ( forgotten, I think. ) chemo brain they say.
    the sweater for Agnes is beautiful.
    and the green quilt.......love it
    thanks Kate, take care.

  • @dorissanders1950
    @dorissanders1950 Год назад +1

    I've not knitted much over the years...worked many, many hours in nursing. I love the cast off method...now to remember.
    Agnes is precious and such beautiful sweaters.
    I love so many projects. Grateful I found you about another ago! I am from Missouri but my ancestors are very English.😊

  • @suestutzle2779
    @suestutzle2779 2 года назад

    My cat Greta has been watching Rita with me. She says hello to Rita. Love your knitting. Agnes will love her new jumper. I remember when I was a small child in the 50s my Aunty knitted a couple of angora bolleros for me. One pink and the other green. They were so soft and fluffy and I loved them. Funny the things you remember as a child. I'm sure Agnes will remember her jumpers from you with love.

  • @chrissy24-7
    @chrissy24-7 2 года назад +1

    Love to Lovely Rita ❣️ thank you for showing that bind off!

  • @Knits-WIPs-N-Chains
    @Knits-WIPs-N-Chains 2 года назад

    I always enjoy spending time with you.😊 Some times twice.😉

  • @neorachana5604
    @neorachana5604 2 года назад

    Found myself holding my breath when you started cutting!

  • @leslielee9502
    @leslielee9502 2 года назад +1

    Thank you so much for demonstrating the stretchy cast-off. It is so simple; all the other methods I’ve tried are much more complicated. Like you, I always have 3 or 4 projects on the needles; it keeps things more interesting that way. Thank you for sharing your beautiful life with us.

  • @boskat98
    @boskat98 2 года назад +1

    Thank you Kate for this knitting video.
    I am a knitter and love your way of bind off.
    The sweaters and waistcoat are looking fabulous !
    Knitting greetings from me, Lily. 🌸

  • @virginiacollis4580
    @virginiacollis4580 2 года назад

    I wish yr videos were longer. They just seem so short. I wait all week to see u. I know, I'm being selfish but I just enjoy watching u so much cuz it's just so peaceful. Luv n stuff. Us 3.

  • @laurelb8372
    @laurelb8372 3 месяца назад

    What a lovely blanket. You inspire me to use up odd balls of wool long forgotten in a tub. Thanks for lovely video

  • @suebulford
    @suebulford 2 года назад +1

    Hi Kate and cat Rita, really enjoyed seeing your knitting projects, I'm not a knitter however enjoy watching others do it.
    Cat Rita looked so comfy in her basket purring away.
    Take care and wishing a happy week 🌹🌹🌹

  • @jennyharris2993
    @jennyharris2993 2 года назад +1

    I love Arne and Carlos

  • @norahmcphee4928
    @norahmcphee4928 2 года назад +1

    Hi Kate, i am doing Kitchener's Stitch on the 10 PAIRS off socks that i have made over the last month or so and practice is most definitely better. I think that my crafts would suit living in your homely home, because i had a wonderful mum like yours, she taught me every craft she could throughout her life and of course left me with a love of all things hand made. It's funny how growing up everyone used to make fun at me varying crafts i had in my school bag, now they want to know how to do my various accomplishments, from the sewing a button on to knitting and embroidery or cross stitch. I don't know about you Kate, but i feel so very lucky to have had such a gifted lady as my mum.
    I had my heart in my mouth at you cutting into that knitting, even though it shouldn't be able to unravel, it still makes me shiver inside at the thought of the time that it took to knit and that it may end up on a sticky wicket, lol. Thank you flower for your very calm, relaxing voice and the wonderful insight into what has made your home the last homely house. Crafty hugs from Norah, Glenochil Village, Scotland

  • @yvonneklatt9525
    @yvonneklatt9525 2 года назад +1

    thank you Kate for showing that great cast off. I will remember that one! Your knitting is inspiring! Thank you!

  • @megharmon2298
    @megharmon2298 2 года назад

    Cat Rita in a basket so reminds me of my Harriet in a basket. They so look alike and they are both demanding.

  • @karenconnolly9955
    @karenconnolly9955 2 года назад +1

    Hello Kate, my name is Karen and I have recently found your chann
    el. I just wanted to say what a beautiful human being you are. Soo inspirational! I love everything you do. I am a crafter myself, I quilt, make clothes, makeup bags,things like that aprons and such. I knit and crochet, Mosaic, I love my garden. I work full time as a Nurse but am off with health problems. Since finding you I have found lots of my unfinished projects and feel nspired to finish them now. I'm a new Nanna so am very excited for the future with my new grandson You have a wonderful family. Please keep doing what you do, your work is fabulous!!
    Just finished some oven gloves now onto knitting a baby cardigan. Take care xx

  • @jjudy5869
    @jjudy5869 2 года назад +31

    I learned that cast-off as Jeny's Surprisingly Stretchy Bind-off from a video by Cat Bordhi. I use it almost exclusively now.

    • @rkr5106
      @rkr5106 2 года назад +1

      Me, too! But I save 1 step by lifting both sts off the right needle at once.

  • @laurelb8372
    @laurelb8372 3 месяца назад

    Oh how gorgeous the tea cosy is, my Nanna had one just like it

  • @velmacoen4485
    @velmacoen4485 2 года назад +1

    Kate, your granddaughter is sooooo darling. She needs to model in the craft books!!

  • @nancygould9478
    @nancygould9478 Год назад

    Oh I adore the jumpers you have made for your Grandaughter she does look pretty in the golden one! Nice!

  • @paulaleigh244
    @paulaleigh244 2 года назад +1

    Your knitting is amazing!

  • @vickijeanne9958
    @vickijeanne9958 2 года назад +39

    Kate, your knitting is beautiful and your granddaughter is so pretty! It's so fun to make things for our loved ones!

    • @chrisberry9017
      @chrisberry9017 2 года назад +1

      Absolutely! You knit your love into every stitch!

  • @mjclark7119
    @mjclark7119 Год назад +1

    You were such a brave girl to do that steeking !!! My heart was in my mouth watching. Love the tea cosy xx

  • @sandraclaramount7081
    @sandraclaramount7081 2 года назад

    Talented hands producing beauties 😃👌🌷🌷🌷🌷 best wishes

  • @margaretbedwell3211
    @margaretbedwell3211 2 года назад

    Cat Rita says she will gladly let you continue to knit as long as you give her a cozy basket to sleep in. I love your knitting so much. Sweaters are my favorite things to wear and now that I am quite old, I find I can wear them much longer into the warmer weather than I did as a young woman. The pattern you are using for Agnes's sweaters is beautiful. I can see where you would like her to have one in every color. Have a Blessed day.

  • @christong9868
    @christong9868 2 года назад

    Beautiful work, I bet Agnes will look gorgeous with this and a nice pair of thick funky tights. X

  • @shirleypugh4177
    @shirleypugh4177 2 года назад +1

    How brave! I found I was holding my breath the whole time you were cutting!!!

  • @glendaplant9032
    @glendaplant9032 2 года назад +8

    Kate, was I alone in holding my breath when you cut into your knitting?✂️ 😱
    Love the knitting you do for Agnes, lucky girl to have such a talented Grandma.
    Love ya Kate 😘❤️🇬🇧

  • @mizsherm4352
    @mizsherm4352 2 года назад

    I feel like I just visited a friend. You've made my day.

  • @francessnider7437
    @francessnider7437 2 года назад +1

    “Where’s Arne when you need him?” I loved that comment! I too am approaching a moment of steeking, on a cardigan front. This will be the second time for me. The first one was on a lovely stranded yoke sweater, a perennial favourite although the finishing was not very good on that steek. This time I am going to knit facings (as per our pals Arne and Carlos) for a much neater job.
    The cast-off looks like “Jeny’s Suprisingly Stretchy Bind-Off,” by Jeny Staiman. Brilliant, I like (and use) it a lot! It works on ribbing, too.

  • @susanfryer1616
    @susanfryer1616 2 года назад

    Love the jumper you made for Angus , pink one looking good too her mum will love it 😊

  • @conqueringmountscrapmorewi2509
    @conqueringmountscrapmorewi2509 2 года назад

    Hi, I hope you had a fabulous day! I was working in my sewing room today and now I get to sit and watch your videos. I still nursing a head cold but I'm getting better. I hope you have a blissful week ahead. Thank you for posting this video.

  • @chrisbrown2820
    @chrisbrown2820 Год назад

    Wonderful waistcoat with the beautiful work you are doing. That tea cozy you made is gorgeous.
    Love your cat!

  • @joanspiller1553
    @joanspiller1553 2 года назад +1

    Kate: Your jumpers are all beautiful!! I love that pink, for Agnes. I had slippers like your tea cozy! Interesting how Rita's fur forms a line down the back of her head! Such a beautiful cat!! I love all your videos, love your projects. Take care.

  • @lynnesmith6827
    @lynnesmith6827 2 года назад

    😂 Rita isn’t going to take “no” for an answer! She knows Norma used to lay in the middle of your work and she expects nothing less including lots of scratches and rubs. I love how she snuggled right down in the basket for a cat nap after she had the proper amount of attention! I had a calico with very similar markings who loved to sit behind my sewing machine and watch me. I still miss her! By the way, I’m in love with your tea cosy; might have to make one! I still haven’t worked up the courage to do a steek but watching you, I’m thinking I might knit a large swatch with a steek in the middle to try the technique. Happy knitting Kate!

  • @susanharrell8902
    @susanharrell8902 Год назад

    Never heard of Steeking or Kitchen stitch. This ole dog is learning some new tricks.

  • @poodlegirl55
    @poodlegirl55 2 года назад

    I crochet but I enjoyed watching your video regardless. Your granddaughter is adorable.

  • @brendajos
    @brendajos 2 года назад

    That picture of Agnes in her too big sweater is just too much. It's a beautiful sweater and she is adorable.

  • @wlwolfe1
    @wlwolfe1 2 года назад

    Love from Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada! 👍👍💕🍁🌈

  • @victoriahanke5086
    @victoriahanke5086 2 года назад

    Your blanket reminds me of Jacobs Coat of many colors. It’s sweet. So is the creator of it! Lol! ♥️🕊🕊☺️

  • @sheilaperl4155
    @sheilaperl4155 2 года назад

    Rita is a love, I love your videos and your wonderful knitting!

  • @debbiedreher2554
    @debbiedreher2554 2 года назад

    Greetings from Henniker,New Hampshire ! And we are the only Henniker in the world ! I found you most recently when looking for more creative quilt sites and up your video came. I absolutely love it and feel like I am visiting in person. And I see you have done so for 5 years - as time allows I shall take a look at those as well. Thank you for your wonderful programs ….. and I love the cats !

  • @madelaine3209
    @madelaine3209 2 года назад +2

    I love your videos. You are so relaxing to listen to and watch. Your videos keep me company when I sit outside or have dinner alone. I just found your videos a few days ago. Where is your video where you show how you made your square blanket with the long in the round needles? Thank you for your generosity in sharing all your ideas. PS Hello from Texas

  • @DALE318.
    @DALE318. 2 года назад

    Hello Kate 👋 l knitted years ago but then l got the quilting bug😁.I bet every time Agnes wears her jumper's she'll think of you 🥰 .I've got a black and white tea cosie my football team ☺ . Rita's a gorgeous 🐈 😻 l think she really loves the camera 😄.I really enjoy watching your videos so thankyou for sharing them 😊 now you take care lovely lady 🤗 .🌼Daisy Dale from downunder 🐨 🦘 🇦🇺.

  • @richardfinney5081
    @richardfinney5081 2 года назад

    Lynn here on Hubby's phone mines playing up 😏, Woooo Kate , I could watch someone knit all Day it's so calming 🤗, I've been knitting some shawls , theve been there a while , can't bring myself to finish the roses for it and sew them on 😏, Aw I Love Agnes's jumper , Love the color 😊👍, pass the biscuits down the line green sofa will you , while I watch you knit 😂😂😂😂🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣, Take Care Kate xx

  • @martineklaassenpepler5321
    @martineklaassenpepler5321 2 года назад

    Lovely waistcoat and great tips...Yes we all know what happens in Arne and Carlos' wardrobe🤣🤣

  • @cfish2100
    @cfish2100 2 года назад

    Good to see you, Kate! And of course, Cat Rita❤️

  • @marynimocks6791
    @marynimocks6791 2 года назад

    Such a pleasure to watch your happy trails! Thank you so much!

  • @sueharber2496
    @sueharber2496 3 месяца назад

    Thank you for the tip on the loose cast off - looks the perfect way to end toe up socks!!!

  • @jillfoster6369
    @jillfoster6369 2 года назад +13

    Oh my goodness - isn’t Agnes such a little darling and her jumpers are just the best. As a knitter of nearly 60 years I have loved this episode. Thank you so much and you made the steeling look easy! 👏👏👏

  • @hwelch2
    @hwelch2 2 года назад

    😊Thank you Kate...finishing with cat Rita purring in a basket was a little bit of magic. I burst out laughing when I saw the tea cozy; I grew up with those being used...at the cottage, my grandparent's Sunday dinner and at home. I can't believe I am putting this out there but somewhere there is a picture of me as a child with my ears sticking out the holes for handle and spout and I'm wearing the cozy as a hat...proud childhood moment.😄 I don't think I'm in possession of one today...I shall have to remedy that! Nothing keeps a brown Betty or bone China pot warm like a cozy and yes, a pom-pom is necessary for removal...jolly too! 😊🇨🇦

  • @conniehusband1365
    @conniehusband1365 2 года назад

    Lovely visit Ms. Kate!
    Your granddaughter is sweet!

  • @connieking9873
    @connieking9873 2 года назад +1

    Oh my be still my heart as you were cutting. So talented going to be beautiful.

  • @judymckinstry8130
    @judymckinstry8130 2 года назад +1

    I learned more than one new thing today. Thank you! ❤️

  • @sandrawhitakermyer4146
    @sandrawhitakermyer4146 2 года назад

    I enjoyed and learning a new way to cast off- Thank you, Kate-and the other term, skinking(?), was great! i’ve never worry about cutting knit so that’s new, also- - it’s delightful to learn and your fingers up close, doing your cutting- yikes! i don’t know but you give me power! Thank you, Kate, and now I can ! 👏🥰Sandra Myer

  • @joannaaustin278
    @joannaaustin278 2 года назад

    Hello Kate ..you are a lovely knitter...such a lucky little girl you have..have a lovely day

  • @sheilarackham1770
    @sheilarackham1770 2 года назад

    So enjoy my Sunday visit with you! Blessings

  • @romonaelrod7870
    @romonaelrod7870 2 года назад

    Cat Rita looks so cozy in that basket.

  • @mariescoffield3707
    @mariescoffield3707 8 месяцев назад

    You’re very brave, cutting into your knitting. Glad it worked. My mum knitted me a tea cosy many years ago and I’ve repaired it many times until it was past repair. I’ve now knitted one myself but kept mum’s pompon as a reminder

  • @elizabethvallely4044
    @elizabethvallely4044 2 года назад +1

    Brave lady cutting your knitted vest lol I would be still standing think about if I should or not lol lol have one of those cosy's was knitted for me a few years ago in blue and white, love the color of Agnes sweater! Oh love the way you cast off going to do that from now on thank you Kate!!!! Great watching from the lime green sofa Thanks for sharing hugs Liz x

  • @dianeanders432
    @dianeanders432 2 года назад

    You look like you’re feeling much better! So glad to see it!

  • @Celeste2526-2me
    @Celeste2526-2me 8 месяцев назад

    Thanks for showing the double cast off, which I didn't know. I shall certainly try it on my next project. Very neat and useful 🙏🧶

  • @charlotted6247
    @charlotted6247 2 года назад +18

    Kate, little Agnes is so blessed to have you. You are making precious keepsakes for her. How sweet is that!! Hope you have a lovely week!!!

  • @momofmany6974
    @momofmany6974 2 года назад

    Kate I SO enjoy watching all the beautiful knitting and quilting that you do-I find so much inspiration and love the calm way you go about teaching and showing your viewers the “how to”! I recently received a stemcell transplant and I am limited to going out in public, so by watching your videos, it helps keep me busy trying different crafts. Thank you for that!

  • @Hiker_who_Sews
    @Hiker_who_Sews 2 года назад

    The picture of Agnes in the too-big jumper is so adorable.

  • @brendasutterfield9834
    @brendasutterfield9834 2 года назад +1

    Kate love you and your videos ❤️. have a wonderful Blessed day today enjoy your day today ❤️

  • @joywilson6067
    @joywilson6067 2 года назад

    I love your tea cosy! I made one like that about 10 years ago and it still gets used regularly. Agnes’ pink jumper is charming. Good luck with the steeking. 🌷

  • @kathrynflannery2889
    @kathrynflannery2889 8 месяцев назад

    Rita is a beautiful cat! And thank you for the cast-off lesson. Very, very useful!

  • @paulagrnsy
    @paulagrnsy 2 года назад

    AND I have to love Cat Rita's purrs.

  • @donnakatz7100
    @donnakatz7100 2 года назад

    Thanks for a wonderful time as always 😊 😘 ❤️ muahhhh and smooch smooch. You are a constant source of inspiration and Bless you and yours! Prayers for everyone everywhere 🙏 ❤️

  • @rachelburgener819
    @rachelburgener819 2 года назад +1

    Ohhhh Kate, such a lovely chat with you!!! I’m very behind on my chats with you🙃. And the kitty is purring 🥰 ❤️😀

  • @teresajansenvanvuuren2725
    @teresajansenvanvuuren2725 2 года назад +1

    Hi Kate - your teacozy is beautiful. I used to make my daughter house socks using that stitch pattern - she called it "fat feet" - kept her little feet nice and warm during the winter months

  • @joannebanks2147
    @joannebanks2147 2 года назад +9

    I just love how Rita is on cue to join us and she definitely won't take no for a answer love that
    She looks tiny curled up in the basket
    Your knitting always amazes me
    Beautiful
    Can't wait to see the finished projects
    Take care and God bless you

  • @angelikaimnaehglueck
    @angelikaimnaehglueck 2 года назад

    Today i have learned something new (to cut knitted). Cat Rita is sooooooo cute. Have a nice day. Greetings from Germany.

  • @clodaghread5655
    @clodaghread5655 2 года назад

    It's great to see the tea cosy stitch again

  • @karlajensen1041
    @karlajensen1041 2 года назад

    No notification again😣, however, I worked today and got to watch you now which is so calming. Blood moon to see tonight. Thank you for sharing all your projects. Fun Fun. kj

  • @nz-nz
    @nz-nz 2 года назад +6

    Oh the tea-cosy…….
    My mother was NO knitter, and the first thing she attempted was a tea-cosy. Orange and green (her favourite colours!). It turned out really good. Yours brings that memory back 🤣

  • @crashofthemoons
    @crashofthemoons 2 года назад

    Cats are so attracted to crafting. Especially knitting 😂 the second it comes out they know and appear out of nowhere 🤣 so sweet. I love the tea cozy! It looks like a little hat 😊

  • @conniebublitz2966
    @conniebublitz2966 Год назад

    Agnes is a beautiful little girl💕

  • @StacyBernard-xd4uv
    @StacyBernard-xd4uv 2 месяца назад

    Lovely! You make the kitchener stitch look so easy! I struggle with it every time. I've only done it a few times. I am not a very confident knitter! Your items are gorgeous! As is cat Rita!!!

  • @knittingnana2939
    @knittingnana2939 2 года назад +10

    I've knitted for years and I've never heard of steeking and that cast off is the business. Its so great to learn new things.

  • @sewquilty
    @sewquilty 2 года назад +2

    Remember your tea cozy? Oh my, yes! I added a liner of old down duvet inside mine & it keeps the pot warm for an hour or more! Glad to see you looking so well Kate.

  • @estellawobker3568
    @estellawobker3568 2 года назад

    What a lovely talented woman.🌹

  • @theeggtimertictic1136
    @theeggtimertictic1136 2 года назад

    Your little granddaughter is adorable ... You're such a lovely granny 😊

  • @TheDaneYard
    @TheDaneYard 2 года назад

    👍👍two thumbs up for knitting!

  • @maryanncasale87
    @maryanncasale87 2 года назад

    Congrats on your steering, Kate! Thanks for another great video!

  • @alysonbuttonstone
    @alysonbuttonstone 2 года назад

    What a remarkable, wonderful girl you are!

  • @victoriaratajeski6843
    @victoriaratajeski6843 2 года назад +15

    I found myself holding my breath as you were cutting your beautiful knit piece! Good job!! Love the sweaters you made for your sweet granddaughter!

    • @anitamorrison5426
      @anitamorrison5426 2 года назад +1

      me too i learn a great way of casting off at the bottom of her sweater. think i will try that.

  • @LCharg
    @LCharg 2 года назад

    What a lovely video! So happy to have just found The Last Homely House.☺️ I look forward to viewing more in the days ahead. Thank you for sharing!

  • @dinachiello8858
    @dinachiello8858 2 года назад

    The knitting is beautiful love the colors Iyoi make things look simple

  • @ritatharp5238
    @ritatharp5238 2 года назад

    Oh my goodness, you "steeking" (aka CUTTING ") into that beautiful knitting was soooo painful to watch!!! Then your pink icelandic wool sweater for Agnes brightened my mood.
    Give loves and kisses to my favorite CAT Rita 🤩.