Five Cozy Knits Completed for Winter, A Special Guest, and I'm Co-Hosting a KAL!
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- Опубликовано: 1 окт 2024
- Hello friends! My name is Amber. Welcome to my fiber arts podcast. This is where I discuss my knitting, crochet, and spinning projects with any fellow fiber artists who are keen to listen. The handmade life is a wonderful life, isn't it?
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Finished Objects:
Ingrid Sweater www.ravelry.co...
Yarn: Cascade 220 Superwash Color 296
Felix Cardigan www.ravelry.co...
Yarn: Yarn Bee Rustic Romance in color "Okie Wheat"
Buttons from Haulin' Hoof Farmstore
But First, Coffee Socks www.ravelry.co...
Fletching Socks www.ravelry.co...
Yarn: Patons Kroy Sock
MC: Flax
CC: Muslin
Lovely Ribbed Hat (Purl Soho) www.ravelry.co...
Yarn: Haulin' Hoof Farmstore Homegrown Yarn
Castaway Tunic www.ravelry.co...
Yarn: K + C Cotton Yarn in color "Ivory"
www.joann.com/...
I am co-hosting a fall knit along with Diana and Kaity from @thefruitfulhands knitting podcast. The KAL starts on September 23rd and runs through November 30th. Anyone can participate using the hashtag #fallintoranunculuskal2023 on Instagram. To be eligible for the prize, the participant must complete their Ranunculus sweater by the end of the kal. If you do not have an Instagram account, you can send a photo of your completed sweater to alovelyyarn@gmail.com and your project will be entered into the random drawing.
Other Things Mentioned:
Rosa Cardigan www.ravelry.co...
This Handmade Life Project Bags: thishandmadeli...
Etsy Shop that carries Patons Kroy Sock Yarn: www.etsy.com/s...
When you were talking about feeling so inspired and SO frustrated over not being able to knit what feels like eight million ideas, I was laughing to myself because (as you said) I feel the exact same way!!! I blame the autumn air. It's the worst and best feeling. This was such a lovely episode!
You understand, Sara! I knew that many of you would!!! Thank you so much for watching!
I forgot to mention -- for the Ranunculus KAL prize, I've seen other KAL hosts give away patterns on Ravelry as prizes (up to some maximum amount) to avoid shipping headaches. :)
That's a fantastic idea! We will do that for those who are not in the States.
Good Morning from Calgary. “Mary Maxim” (Canada) has over 50 colours of Kroy yarn, and they often have sales. I really enjoy the pair of socks I’m knitting at the moment. Hope that helps. They usually have 15% off your first order. My mother taught me to knit with Payton’s yarns over 50 years ago. I still remember the yarn shop and all the gorgeous colours of Paton’s yarn.
I had no idea! Thank you so much. I'm going to try to mention this in a future episode so that people know.
Wow so many beautiful finishes this episode Amber!! Joann's carries the Patons Kroy in their online shop! Right now it is on sale for $5.25 a skein! I was lucky enough to find a bunch of this yarn at a lawn sale for 25 cents a skein so I'll have to knit up some of these socks with it!
What???? 25 cents a skein??? What a steal!
Yay! I'm so glad there is going to be a knitalong for the Ranunculus! And to have it hosted by three of my top favorite podcasters makes it even better 😊🥰 No pressure whatsoever, but it would be very helpful (and also very fun!) if you were able to have a little round-up in one of your future episodes of all the ranunculus sweaters you've made with the yarn weight and needle size used.
Also, I wanted to say a big thank you for all the work you put into making your podcast. I've been having a very rough week and this was such a bright spot to be able to cozy up with some knitting and watch this episode. ❤
Patons Kroy is a division of Yarnspirations and I have purchased directly from them.
Thank you for this info. Several other viewers have also commented that Mary Maxim carries it as well.
Mary Maxim sells Kroy sock Yarn quite often they have free shipping...I use it quite often for socks totally live it also
Someone else just commented about that as well! So exciting. Thank you, Sharon!
Hi Amber, you are my favourite knitting and crochet podcaster and I’m always so excited when a new episode appears. After seeing your beautiful Felix cardigan in your last episode I was inspired to start one too. It’s my first cardigan and I’ve almost finished it. I was so excited to hear about the Fall into Ranunculus KAL and would love to join in (from the UK)! I always enjoy the podcasts you recommend, particularly The Fruitful Hands and It’s a Sarah. Loved seeing your special guest again and her top looks great 😊.
HI amber,,,,,
Watched hinges early this am,,,,
Trying Yarnspirations,,,,,,ship from North Carolina,,,I believe,,,,
They do have sales,,,,
I think the sale here at in canada,,,is October,,,,,,See if I can get you some ,,,shop where they label and get kroy ready is an hour from here,,,
It's not as cheap as it used to be,,,I do find some at thrift shops,,,,
Have the colored stripey ones,,not so much the plain,,,,
Love seeing lily,,,,So sweet,,!!!you both have gorgeous hair!!!
I may have to cast on a ranculus ,,,,,!!!I have the pattern,,,,I think ,,,!
Lovely episode,,,,
Elaine 💖💖💖🏡
Herrschner's (online mail-order) has a selection of Paton's Kroy at from $6.99 to $7.99, Mary Maxim (online) has some at $4.99 (not a wide selection) and Amazon has the yarn at prices ranging from $7.19 up (spotty selection). Hope that is helpful. Herrschner's is based in Wisconsin (I think) and Mary Maxim is based in Ontario, but has U.S. shipping sites. Hope this helps.
Love watching your podcasts & to see all the wonderful things you made or working on. I made the Felix pullover last year & got yarn to make another one but am debating whether to make the cardigan instead 🤔. I feel like you about wanting to make all the things but just not enough time. I’m working a mohair cowl, washcloths, baby hats for newborns at the hospitals, Musselburgh hat & did just start the Ranunculus. Guess I’ll put the Ranunculus on hold until the KAL, if that is okay? So nice Lily was a guest & love the top you made for her. 0:32
I love your podcast. I just started the Ranunculus yesterday. I went to the yarn store to knit with our little group and I am going to do a crochet sweater display. I cannot get the pattern and so I got discouraged and decided to work on something else. Guess what? I didn't have something with me and no supplies. Went thru my files on my phone and got to the Ranunxulus and found some yarn, needles and stitch markers and I was off. This is going to be beautiful but I know some of the ladies thought I was the dumbest person around. Lol. I got going and I am flying away with this. Someone said something and I replied. See ya next week and I will probably be wearing my new sweater. It is a fun pattern and I have yarn set aside for this sweater and will be starting it next week with you all! Have a good week!😊
Lilly’s crochet crop top is gorgeous, I found the pattern on ravelry and saved it after seeing it on your podcast. I can’t remember if you ever said but I was wondering if you taught Lilly to crochet or knit? Or if she’s interested in learning.
you can also make a Ingrid sweater as a vest/slipover if you. just don't do the sleeves and just bindoff
I've thought about that!
Re: the Ingrid Sweater, Petiteknit has a video on her website, on the pattern page, showing how to do the sleeve decreases. Others skipped the decreases in the faux cable section and moved them after that section.
The crocheted top is perfect for your daughter. Such a nice crochet project. Enjoyed your videocast.
Another great episode. Your daughter's crochet top turned out great. The problem with Instagram make-alongs now is you can no longer can see all of the hashtag, you can only see ones Instagram has chosen to highlight. It has really broken doing hashtags on there.
Lovely podcast! Lily is a lovely young lady. Congratulations on having such a sweet daughter!
Awww. Thank you so much. She is definitely a huge blessing to me!
What fun to knit something you like so much with your friends and share it as a KAL!! Lily's top is as lovely as she is. Very stylish.
I was so excited to see your Fletching socks! I got 15 skeins of Paton’s Kroy at Hobby Lobby for $2.75 a skein on clearance when they were discontinuing it. I could tell it was thicker than my other sock yarn, and so I wasn’t sure of the best pattern for it. Now I will definitely try the Fletching pattern. Thanks for a very helpful and enjoyable video!
Hi Rachel! Wow! You got a steal on the yarn! Yes, it's the perfect pattern for that yarn.
Thanks for the inspiration! A tip to let the whole world participate is that instead of sending winnings by post, give away patterns on Ravelry. Then the winner can choose which one they want. 😊
That’s a great idea.
Thanks ☺ @@dianetaylor4791
Along avec Anna also has a crew neck cardi with the lace raglan detail I think called the Wedding Cardigan in DK weight or double mohair.
I have knit two Fletching sweaters. I love the pattern.
I do not hear anything other than your voice.
Hobby Lobby downsized all their yarn and stopped carrying Patons Kroy sick yarn. Joann, $7.50/50g, and Michael's both carry, but don't stock it. I have shifted to Opal, Regia, Fzble, and Nord online to replace it. Loved your finished projects. The background sounds were not an issue. 😊 Very enjoyable podcast.
Thank you so much! I wonder why so many stores have stopped carrying it in store. So weird.
@@alovelyyarn I had to pop out and watched the second half when I returned. I loved the crochet pullover. I learned on crochet, it has been ages as knitting took over. Currently making a Rie pullover/coverup for my youngest daughter , but have the Ariana in my queue to do this winter.
Joann Fabrics carries Paton Kroy on line. I love those socks!
Bonsoir madame
Pour je serai absent a cause d un empêchement familial
J ai laisse des consignes avec dr ghemari
You could do a pattern prize for overseas viewers.
Love the Fletching socks, I have a kit and now I am going to have to put them at the top of the list! I also love that you did them in the Paton's Kroy they look great! Probably have to add another Ranunculus to the list too😂
Haha! They are so worth knitting, and you already have the kit so you're all set!
Your daughter is beautiful and the crochet top is perfect.
Thank you, Barbara!
Black Sheep Knitter is also hosting a Ranunculus KAL
Fun! It's a great sweater!
How many times do you think have said: I ? 😅
So much to do- so little time 😁
Totally how I feel
Lovely RUclips. Thanks so much.
Blessings Gail.🙋🏼♀️🇦🇺
Thank you, Gail!
Thank you so much for making and mentioning my design! Another youtube vlogger mentioned that you mentioned my design, so I naturally had to look you up! Lily looks so beautiful in her Castaway Tunic! I know I really need to update my pictures on my pattern, and write better made-to-measure instructions, maybe add a smaller size for those extra petite girls. It is so exciting seeing my design made and seeing the adjustments made for what the maker wants! Thank you so much again for sharing!
You're welcome! My daughter loves it, and so many of her friends want one!
Ive been having trouble finding Kroy, too! None at my local hobby lobby. None at nearby Michael's or JoAnn. It's my favorite sock yarn.
Hi Amber! I just talked about this is in the episode I uploaded today and gave some online options that viewers knew of!
I’ve knit a Rosa Cardigan and love everything about it. I want to knit a Felix Cardigan but so much purling! I love the Fletching socks, did you use fingering weight?
Hello Holly! So glad to hear that you enjoyed the Rosa. I think I will probably knit that before knitting another Felix. That way I will also have a v-neck cardi. The Fletching socks are written for sport weight yarn. The Patons Kroy Sock is perfect for them.
I’m glad you said that your daughter thought it was scratchy because that’s me too. We probably have the same sensitivity. I also agree that I don’t like it when patterns don’t include complex decreases. I also avoid patterns that say at the same time, without saying how. I’m doing a pattern now that says after every 21 rows do (…) now that I can handle.
Hi Elise! Yes, Lily is very sensitive to fiber content.
I love how you will start talking quietly, and when you get excited you start talking louder, lol! Great podcast !
Haha. Do I do that? Never even noticed that! Thank you for watching!
Hello. A tip for prices is that you can give a pattern on Ravelry. Then every one in the world can participate in the knitalong. Lotta from Sweden
That's a superb idea! Thank you!
I just love your winter knits and the are lovely. The wearable for your daughter is beautiful Take care ❤😊
Thank you so much, Rosemary!
Couldn’t think of a more appropriate podcast to show up in my feed. It’s been a stressful few days here adjacent to the search area. Thank you so much for taking the time to podcast!❤
Thank you! What search area are you referring to? I think i might be in the dark about this. I tend to avoid tge news to protect my mental health.
@@alovelyyarn I don’t blame you one bit for avoiding the news and protecting your mental health. I’m referring to the prisoner who escaped from two weeks ago and has been eluding many….but was finally apprehended this morning. I’m about 7-8 minutes from that site. Again, Thank you! 🧶 ❤️
If Ann lives in Chester County between Longwood Gardens & East Nantmeal that was a convicted murderer who escaped 2 weeks ago. Thankfully the PSP & several other law enforcement agencies caught him yesterday morning in East Nantmeal. This was about 25 minutes east of me & has been a stressful time for everyone.
I would love to try the Ranunculus but I can guarantee that I won’t get far within two months. I am a beginner level knitter and am very slow but this might get my butt in gear to get started on it at least.
Hi Jacqueline! So I talk about the final details of the KAL in the episode I just uploaded today, but we decided that sweater completion is not required to be eligible for a prize, so you can join along and possibly still win!
I’ve been resisting making the Ranunculus for a long time I might have to join in on the knit along 😂
Come join us!!!
I would do the sleeves straight and then do a rapid decrease before the cuff. Sort of balloon sleeve since it is an oversized look.
Great idea! It would look great with a balloon sleeve!
The cardigan looks beautiful and I think you chose the perfect buttons for it
Thank you so much, Alice!
Some of the other KAL podcasters offer a Ravelry pattern to overseas viewers
That is an absolutely fantastic idea!!!!! Thank you!
Sadly, Hobby Lobby doesn't carry Patons Kroy anymore.
Oh, I didn't know that. I don't have a Hobby Lobby conveniently located near me, so I don't get there very often. I just remember them carrying it in the past.
Can you list the name of the Etsy shop for the sock yarn? Thank you ❤
Oops! Forgot about that. I added it to the video description. I've also had several viewers say that Mary Maxim carries it as well.
So excited to see all your FO’s!! Lily is lovely, looking forward to your up coming vlogs. Deciding on yarn for our upcoming #FallintoRanunculusKAL2023 can not wait to start!!❤
What a fun KAL! Are WIPs allowed?
Good question, Annie! Let me check on that! That was something I didn't think to ask.
Just love your podcast and your special guest -- LOL-- can't wait to see your Fall vlog's, so enjoy seeing mother and daughter together on the fall journey. I feel like we are kindred souls, because every podcast you just speak my language and visions. Can't wait to see you and your family again. Sooooo ready for fall and winter, LOL!!!! speaking from the south.
Could you please tell me how to make the neckline of the Ranuculus a bit tighter? More like a crew neck? Thank you so much! 💐😊
Hello! I just discussed this in my episode I uploaded today!
@@alovelyyarn thank you! I'll watch it. 😊
I’m enjoying your podcasts and you have inspired me to make socks with Kroy. When you say you use size US2, is that the 2.5 mm or the 2.75 mm? Thank you.
Or a 3mm?
Hi Karen! So sorry it took so long to respond. I believe that the US 2 is equal to a 2.75mm.
Thank you Amber 😊
Amazon has Patons Kroy from many sellers!
Hi Elizabeth! Thank you for that info!
Your Ingrid Sweater is gorgeous!
Thank you so much!
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Wowsers I'm making a Ranunculus sweater with you gals...can't wait....I'm working on one right now...my first actually...Totally loving it
Yay!
Yay for the #fallintoranunculus2023! (I'll try;)
And please don't apologize for any family noise; it's hardly anything and if anyone is irritated with that, it's probably the viewer's mindset over actual annoyance. And I'm so glad you told me about the Fruitful Hands a while back. I just love them, too! Happy knitting!
Hi Monica! Thank you for your kindness! The background noise is just a part of life, i guess!
We would love to have you join in the kal. It's such a lovely sweater.
I hope I will be able to participate in the KAL. I’ve never made a ranunculus so this is my big chance! I also wanted to tell you about a favorite podcast that you might enjoy: It’s A Sarah. She podcasts on Monday and Friday from the Netherlands in both English and Dutch. I think you will really enjoy her! Another great podcast by you! Your daughter is just beautiful and your so fortunate to have her to do things with. Enjoy!!
Hi Pam! Thank you so much! You're so sweet. I am so blessed with my daughter and the time we have together.
I'm excited for the kal and would love for you to join in! It's a great pattern, and I've been happy with each one I've knit.
I do watch Sarah! I've followed her for years. She brings me so much joy!
Hello from Mounds, Illinois.
Hi Janet!
All of your knits are so lovely! I crochet but I’m slowly teaching myself to knit. As a fellow Pennsylvanian, I’ve always noticed that when the goldenrod blooms the end of summer looms. Great podcast !💛
Yep! You're right about the goldenrod! The fields are full right now. It's beautiful!
So good to see Lily again.. I love when you guys do podcasts! I also love your blue sweater, the buttons, the yellow orange sweater. Sorry I can't remember all the names right now. I might have to try that knitted on. It's been many years since I've done one since my life is changed a lot since then. Also love your new favorite socks, the coffee ones and the color work ones. So thank you for sharing all of these things with us!❤
Thank you so much for watching, Kathie!
Last time I had just begun my Ingrid and you scared/warned me about those sleeve decreases. I am on the second sleeve and have just given up on trying to make the dec's work. When I saw you wearing it I see there is no way in the universe that anybody but you and your viewers know and we don't take any points off your knitting or podcasting ability!! I loved this project and if I make another I will definitely do whatever you're doing!!
Haha. So you're struggling through them too. Makes me feel better! It is super cute and no one will know unless they examine closely, but it just wasn't enjoyable!
Love all your knitted Sweaters and you are so talented , your daughter Lilly is so sweet, you crocheting that top reminded me of my daughter a week ago wanting me to crochet bathing suit cover up, but she said for next Summer lol
Hello! Thank you so much! I was so happy to make it for her. I'm always happy to knit for my kids!
Another great episode, Amber! ❤ Thank you for the shoutout and for loving on my sock patterns.
Thank you so much, Deb!
Lily's tunic is perfect! I am just finishing a Ranunculus. I would love to start another.
Yeah! You should knit along with us.
Lillie is so cute ❣️and I love the crocheted top. It suits her so well. I have been planning to cast on my third Ranunculus so I guess this would be a good time to do it., 🥰
Thank you so much! And, yes, the perfect time to cast on!
Your Ingrid sweater is beautiful, Amber! I loved seeing your journey to finishing it. Thank you so much for sharing the Patons Kroy sock is a good yarn for the Fletchling socks - I'm not familiar with sport weight sock yarn so that is so helpful!
Eeeek sooo exciting about the KAL with Fruitful Hands! Maybe I'll have to join - I've been wanting to knit a ranunculus and it would be so fun 🤩 love your podcast, as always!
Hi Josie! The Patons Kroy is perfect for the Fletching socks. Do you have the pattern? It's such a nice one. Also, I hope you join along with the kal. It's a great pattern!
@@alovelyyarn I don’t have the pattern yet but I still think it’d be such a great first colorwork pattern that would look so cute in boots! I’ve been brainstorming some yarns for the KAL 🥳
The Ingrid sweater looks really nice on! The drape is beautiful and cozy.
Thank you so very much!
I love your Felix cardigan ❤ and those buttons are so perfect!!!
Thank you so much !
Wonderful podcast, Amber! Lily is adorable ❤
Thank you, Traci!
Ohhh I’m definitely going to make the crochet tunic for my daughter now 😍 That is so cute and trendy
Yes it is! I'm sure she'll love it!
So excited about the knit along! I’ve been wanting to make the ranunculus ❤
Yay! So happy you'll be joining us, Caroline!
Hi there! I so appreciate your perspective on keeping your family first! Thanks for your inspiration, Amber! Newish knitter here in Virginia with family there in Pittsburgh. Trying to finish my first sweater and trying to decide what I want to do next. I’d love to try the ranunculus but I’m a bit intimidated.
Hi Joy! Don't be intimidated! You can definitely knit it as long as you're patient with yourself and take your time to learn things as you go. There are also some references out there for people knitting it. I will try to remember to share that info in my next episode.
@@alovelyyarn thank you for the encouragement! I think I’ll cast on for it! 🙂
What a cute garment for a beautiful daughter. How fun to vlog with her.
Thank you so much. We have a lot of fun together!
Lily and her new vest are adorable!
Thank you!
What a cute crochet top❤
THank you!
Hi Amber! Love all of your FOs. It was great seeing Lily and it is awesome how much she appreciates the projects you make for her. Her top was beautiful.
Thank you, Sabrina!