great video! :) on the decrasing issue: i always decrase on the 8th row (if the pattern says "decrase every 8 rows"), not because I have any knowledge on the matter, but because you end up knitting less stitches overall hehe
Initially I came for the comments but keep coming back for the rambling, lol, very entertaining. If your square top is made of super wash, super wash does grow but once you wash it, it will return to original size. I recently knitted myself some socks and I too messed up the yarn distribution. Plus, because I was too lazy to tink back to redo the cuff, my cuff is not what it should be. I’ve been knitting for a few decades so it goes to show that every body makes mistakes or does goofy things when knitting, no matter how experienced we are. I admire your willingness to explore, take chances, and try anything with your crafts.
I usually take that to mean that I decrease on the 8th row so like knit 7 rows normally and decrease on row 8 I also have the issue of my cat sinking his claws into my knitting and catching the yarn with his claws😂 it’s an adventure for sure
It's fascinating to hear other people talk about their typical gauge/tension for projects! I normally knit socks with my 2.5 or 2.75mm, so when I heard you say "2mm" I was shocked (I made one with 2mm and those socks were so tight), then you said you might have to go down to 1.75, I was even more shocked! Then you said you were a loose knitter and I was like ohhh that makes sense!
Traditionally, western clothing wraps right over left, and menswear wraps left over right (due to the fancy ladies having people who dressed them). But we also see plenty of womenswear now going the same way as menswear due to borrowing styling, like in jeans. My fashion school teacher told us the way to remember is that 'women are always right' 😂😂😂
I also am confused by "decrease every x rows" it makes me feel silly because it seems like such a basic instruction 😂 nice to see your knitting updates, that black square neck top is such a 😙👌 staple for the wardrobe
Another great ep with tons of interesting projects and I think most of us are also here for the rambling 😂. Side note I loved this part, from 26:01 to 26:08 such a mood when playing yarn chicken Edit: Abt the decrease/increase every x amount of rows, I usually do this: for example 7 normal rows and then in the 8th a decrease/increase, after that the count starts again so the 9th row becomes 1st again. At least that's how I count them otherwise I get confused, hope it help you✨
HI there, just a few things about the yarn you are using. Nylon in yarn (for socks for example) is not for stretch. it's for durability as wool or cotton on their own would wear through quite fast. Wool has the stretch but bounces back after washing, cotton has stretch but doesn't have the property of wool to bounce back hence why many crocheted garments (picture bikinis heheheheheh) stretch out of shape and have to be thrown away. Another thing I thought I'd mention when you were making your black garment - I didn't hear if it was superwash or not but superwash grows vertically after blocking and you can expect a top to stretch down 2 or 3 inches so just keep that in mind when you knit your sleeves. have a great June. I'm off to finish the rest of the podcast. Lu in Australia
You are funny. I enjoyed the rambling. Regarding socks that fit well, I have similar shape of foot as you do and I find that Andrea Mowry's Everyday Sock Pattern to fit perfectly. It is the only sock pattern I'll ever knit because it just fits so well. It is all ribbed.
I have the same problem of the looser gauge when knitting socks, especially when using circular knotting needles. I overcome this problem when I used double sided needles.
Decrease every 8 rows means decreasing on the 8th row I think. Lovely podcast, again! I am almost at the end and haven’t heard you talk about the cute polo shirt you are wearing (maybe you talked about it in a previous episode?) it is NICE ❤
I love doing two-at-at-time toe-up socks and you might too! I pull from the inside and outside of a yarn cake and it lets me use up pretty much every last bit of yarn! Plus the socks will be the same length (you also don't need to count rows to make sure your second sock will have the same amount of rows) and it bypasses running into second-sock syndrome
I feel like there's a lot of debate about the whole every x rows business. I personally knit 7 and do whatever it is on the 8th but 🤷🏼♀ I think someone asked Andrea Mowry about it in one of her episodes too
I’m here to tell you that it’s all good to knit what you want, how you want. I can see how happy you are with most of your projects which is how we all are. Do the best you can and know you have a bunch of us out here cheering you on! 👏🏼👏🏼
I made the same square tank for a friends birthday gift and it was perfect because it looks tiny but has so much stretch so wasn’t worried too much about sizing! Love the idea of knitting myself a black one 🤔
Ugh I bought some chiaogoo size 6 circulars and immediately lost them in my house. They are still in the packaging and everything. So frustrating. I want to tell you to look harder but I definitely bought a different pair of 6s..... they are square needles which I really wanted to try so that was my reason 😅
I'm at least a solid 30% here for the rambles and the rest for the knitting. Also for every 8 rows I decrease on the 8th row :3 For T ideas the color tip tee just dropped that looks fun! Incidentally that uses a 3.25mm :3 I say give a good effort in searching for your missing needles but totally worth buying replacements.
I would buy a replacement for the missing needles, especially if it is a size you often use. You could always sell the duplicate if you find the originals if it bothers you too much. I really like all your FOs and the wrap top is looking great too! It looked so bulky when you showed it before, but now that you tried it on, it looks to be a great weight. Is Colourmart yarn decent in the hand? I haven't tried them before.
Can I ask about your swatch wall? Are those for things currently in progress? Or are they historical swatches that you just really love? I kinda like the idea of swatches as craft room art.
You did a great job with that skirt, but I really think dress codes like that, which are so specific it can mean attendees may have to go out and buy something in order to match the code, are REALLY THOUGHTLESS! I don't really like any dress codes, though the vague ones like 'smart casual' or 'evening dress' aren't too bad. If I was being *forced* to wear a skirt or high heels, I would probably immediately refuse to attend and being so specific with the colour is in the same category for me. If I'm going to have to shop, or as you did, make something, there's a better than even chance I'm not going.
@@futurefiber Ah, you threw me off with the use of 'event'! Yes, that's different, because presumably you can just not do it and they'll not really mind :) Yes, my ire is for organised events, from galas to dinners to weddings.
great video! :) on the decrasing issue: i always decrase on the 8th row (if the pattern says "decrase every 8 rows"), not because I have any knowledge on the matter, but because you end up knitting less stitches overall hehe
Alright that’s good enough reason for me 👯♀️
Do the decrease on the 8th row not the 9th row
I agree. 😂
Agreed
Initially I came for the comments but keep coming back for the rambling, lol, very entertaining. If your square top is made of super wash, super wash does grow but once you wash it, it will return to original size. I recently knitted myself some socks and I too messed up the yarn distribution. Plus, because I was too lazy to tink back to redo the cuff, my cuff is not what it should be. I’ve been knitting for a few decades so it goes to show that every body makes mistakes or does goofy things when knitting, no matter how experienced we are. I admire your willingness to explore, take chances, and try anything with your crafts.
Literally would watch these videos for the editing alone 😂
I am here for the knit talk and the rambling!
I usually take that to mean that I decrease on the 8th row so like knit 7 rows normally and decrease on row 8
I also have the issue of my cat sinking his claws into my knitting and catching the yarn with his claws😂 it’s an adventure for sure
Originally came for the knits, stayed for the rambles! (The knits are pretty nice too though!)
It's fascinating to hear other people talk about their typical gauge/tension for projects! I normally knit socks with my 2.5 or 2.75mm, so when I heard you say "2mm" I was shocked (I made one with 2mm and those socks were so tight), then you said you might have to go down to 1.75, I was even more shocked! Then you said you were a loose knitter and I was like ohhh that makes sense!
Traditionally, western clothing wraps right over left, and menswear wraps left over right (due to the fancy ladies having people who dressed them). But we also see plenty of womenswear now going the same way as menswear due to borrowing styling, like in jeans. My fashion school teacher told us the way to remember is that 'women are always right' 😂😂😂
When your stomach went woawoawoawoawoa~~ I THOUGHT IT WAS MINE 😂😂😂
I also am confused by "decrease every x rows" it makes me feel silly because it seems like such a basic instruction 😂 nice to see your knitting updates, that black square neck top is such a 😙👌 staple for the wardrobe
Another great ep with tons of interesting projects and I think most of us are also here for the rambling 😂. Side note I loved this part, from 26:01 to 26:08 such a mood when playing yarn chicken
Edit: Abt the decrease/increase every x amount of rows, I usually do this: for example 7 normal rows and then in the 8th a decrease/increase, after that the count starts again so the 9th row becomes 1st again. At least that's how I count them otherwise I get confused, hope it help you✨
HI there, just a few things about the yarn you are using. Nylon in yarn (for socks for example) is not for stretch. it's for durability as wool or cotton on their own would wear through quite fast. Wool has the stretch but bounces back after washing, cotton has stretch but doesn't have the property of wool to bounce back hence why many crocheted garments (picture bikinis heheheheheh) stretch out of shape and have to be thrown away.
Another thing I thought I'd mention when you were making your black garment - I didn't hear if it was superwash or not but superwash grows vertically after blocking and you can expect a top to stretch down 2 or 3 inches so just keep that in mind when you knit your sleeves. have a great June. I'm off to finish the rest of the podcast. Lu in Australia
You are funny. I enjoyed the rambling. Regarding socks that fit well, I have similar shape of foot as you do and I find that Andrea Mowry's Everyday Sock Pattern to fit perfectly. It is the only sock pattern I'll ever knit because it just fits so well. It is all ribbed.
I liked your "work in progresses", made me giggle :)
every eight rows is like every second day
Your videos are SO delightful, I'm having the best time :DD
I would flip my house to find the small needles. They will be next to your striped scarf. An who knows what other goodies you may find.🌪️
I have the same problem of the looser gauge when knitting socks, especially when using circular knotting needles. I overcome this problem when I used double sided needles.
I would love to see a video about wrap tops or cardigans. I'm on the HUNT now😅
I am not sure if I come for the knitting or the editing more : ) Always fun to watch you
Decrease every 8 rows means decreasing on the 8th row I think. Lovely podcast, again! I am almost at the end and haven’t heard you talk about the cute polo shirt you are wearing (maybe you talked about it in a previous episode?) it is NICE ❤
It's the Summer Shirt by Knits for Days!
You are correct, it means to decrease on the 8th row
I love doing two-at-at-time toe-up socks and you might too! I pull from the inside and outside of a yarn cake and it lets me use up pretty much every last bit of yarn! Plus the socks will be the same length (you also don't need to count rows to make sure your second sock will have the same amount of rows) and it bypasses running into second-sock syndrome
I feel like there's a lot of debate about the whole every x rows business. I personally knit 7 and do whatever it is on the 8th but 🤷🏼♀ I think someone asked Andrea Mowry about it in one of her episodes too
Every 8 th row means in row 8, row 16, row 24 etc. Good luck
I’m here to tell you that it’s all good to knit what you want, how you want. I can see how happy you are with most of your projects which is how we all are. Do the best you can and know you have a bunch of us out here cheering you on! 👏🏼👏🏼
Thank you this is so nice 🥺
FIY, just here for the rambling xD
I made the same square tank for a friends birthday gift and it was perfect because it looks tiny but has so much stretch so wasn’t worried too much about sizing! Love the idea of knitting myself a black one 🤔
🧶Love your rambling! 🧶You always inspire me to get going on my projects!
Ugh I bought some chiaogoo size 6 circulars and immediately lost them in my house. They are still in the packaging and everything. So frustrating. I want to tell you to look harder but I definitely bought a different pair of 6s..... they are square needles which I really wanted to try so that was my reason 😅
i hope you find your 3.25mms !! save that moneyyyy
My favourite knitting podcast!
my floor/everything has a peppering of cat loveliness as well and the knitting seems to always have some in it
I'm at least a solid 30% here for the rambles and the rest for the knitting.
Also for every 8 rows I decrease on the 8th row :3
For T ideas the color tip tee just dropped that looks fun! Incidentally that uses a 3.25mm :3 I say give a good effort in searching for your missing needles but totally worth buying replacements.
I would buy a replacement for the missing needles, especially if it is a size you often use. You could always sell the duplicate if you find the originals if it bothers you too much. I really like all your FOs and the wrap top is looking great too! It looked so bulky when you showed it before, but now that you tried it on, it looks to be a great weight. Is Colourmart yarn decent in the hand? I haven't tried them before.
the colourmart silk is ok, my only point of comparison for silk is the Knitting for olive and that's definitely smoother/less splitty!
Your Robinson wrap looks so cozy and soft ❤ for me looks really nice
Leftover mohair could be Knitting Badge Neckerchief, Hyo Bandana, or some other cute little scarf
Really like the “summer shirt” 😊😊
love the summer shirt !! been looking for a pattern like that for ages, and yours is so good - honestly looks shop bought tbh
The skirt was a great idea. I hate buying one purpose clothing.
hopefully youll find the scarf, 2.75mm and all the things lost in your home void
Can I ask about your swatch wall? Are those for things currently in progress? Or are they historical swatches that you just really love? I kinda like the idea of swatches as craft room art.
They’re all the swatches I’ve ever made basically! A lot of them get put on the wall and get taken down when I inevitably play yarn chicken 💀
Buying is easier.
You did a great job with that skirt, but I really think dress codes like that, which are so specific it can mean attendees may have to go out and buy something in order to match the code, are REALLY THOUGHTLESS!
I don't really like any dress codes, though the vague ones like 'smart casual' or 'evening dress' aren't too bad. If I was being *forced* to wear a skirt or high heels, I would probably immediately refuse to attend and being so specific with the colour is in the same category for me. If I'm going to have to shop, or as you did, make something, there's a better than even chance I'm not going.
This was with a group of friends that like dressing up together so it was kinda fun to meet the challenge! 💥 but yes all about context and intent 👀
@@futurefiber Ah, you threw me off with the use of 'event'! Yes, that's different, because presumably you can just not do it and they'll not really mind :)
Yes, my ire is for organised events, from galas to dinners to weddings.
What about adding ribbon ties to the wrap cardigan instead of seven miles of i-cord?
This is tempting… 😭
Decrease on row 8, 16, 24 etc.