What shall I knit next???? 🤔
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- Опубликовано: 19 авг 2023
- In today's episode of the knitting podcast, I'm sharing progress on a couple of my projects as well as mulling over what I may want to cast-on next with yarn I have in my stash.
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Happy Sunday everyone! For those of you watching from Southern California, I hope this provides you with something cozy to do while you stay hunkered down and ride out whatever Mother Nature plans on throwing our way. Stay safe. ❤
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lol...I really pulled that one out of some deep, dark place. 😂
I get it, Tayler. I have a cardigan and a Ranunculus on the needles and I want them both, but don’t want to knit them. My friends I share a podcast with seem to get all the things done and I’m like a crow, looking at all the shinies. ADD is real, people.
I am a monogamous knitter, but I use the itch for a new project to push through tricky parts of my current pattern. So, if I'm feeling sluggish, I'll scroll Ravelry for inspiration, pick a new project, and finish my current one.
The sweater you are wearing is gorgeous!!😍I love the wide sleeves and cuffs and the split cuff. It looks like you may have purchased it from a store, but, if you know of a similar pattern . . . Please share. I would love to knit a sweater like the one you are wearing. Thank you!
I came to say all of that! That is a really cute sweater Tayler is wearing - I'd love to make one :)
My take on your dilemma, for what it’s worth.
People make a big to-do about process vs. product knitters. I watch podcasts where the presenter checks off a list of everything they’ve done since last you saw them, with an overtone of goals achieved. Checking the box and having the finished product really drives them.
It seems to me that you have so many balls in the air, all incredibly fulfilling projects, esp your kids. So your knitting time is precious.
The next cast on? I vote for the one that gets your engines revved!!! The one that’s the most fun to knit and keeps you inspired. ❤
Nothing like a good cardigan! I’m not a monogamous knitter unless a project really makes me want to keep going so I can wear it. Usually I keep socks as my portable knit, I keep a complicated knit at home, and I try to keep charitable knits going. All different yarns and needles so my hands stay healthy and my brain doesn’t get tired.
I’m just on the other side of figuring out what to do knitting wise. So it was a choice of finishing one of 3 pairs of socks that are on needles, or the MoonSet tee shirt. But, I want to cast on the Big Love cardigan or the Weekender pullover. 🎉🎉🎉 and the winner is the Big Love cardigan. Although my husband asked what happened to the Moon Set tee I was working on.😊 on your shawl how about one more eyelet then bind off. Hopefully that would be a halfway point compromise. Stay safe from the storms. And, I look forward to seeing you Wednesday.💕 Iris
I love your sweater!! Those sleeves are everything... any chance on you sharing the label info? TIA :)
Your a hockey mom and those rinks get cold finish it and it will keep you warm at the rink…and knit yourself a cardi for the rink as well!
Hey, About the shawl. I was never a shawl person until I joined the Stephen West Mystery Shawl KAL several years ago. I never wore shawls and I didn't wear it for a couple of years after I made it. I thought I would but ya know how that goes. Anyway, when its chilly in the morning or in the evening when I only have on a little cotton tee and I'm chillin' on my porch or my fave chair in front of the tv a light weight shawl is just perfectly cozy around my shoulders. I suggest that you keep on knitting your lovely shawl until its the recommended length. Trust me you will LOVE it. Forget about wrapping it around your neck, save it for those chilly times when your shoulders need a little something, you have a nice hot cup of tea beside you and knitting in your lap. Trust❣
I am a monogamous knitter and am about six feet into a ten foot black scarf and I am so sick of the endless black, I broke protocol and began a quick multicolored crochet baby cardigan. I feel ya!
I just got out of this funk. I was bored of my wips and was desperately wanting something else to look at. I searched Pinterest and I finally found a new baby blanket to work on with stash yarn.
I personally think go with whatever pattern your looking at the most go with that one. What you decide will be fantastic
I think you might enjoy casting on everything you're thinking of, then every time you're ready to sit down and knit, line up all the project bags like soldiers at attention, open them all up and peer inside, and pick the one that's calling to you the most that day (notice the omission of any "shoulds" in this advice). 🙂
Cast on whatever you want. BUT dedicate hockey practice to the black t-shirt only. It will grow slowly but not with the drudgery. And it might be time to let the shawl be done. You are little so it might be big enough for you. Remember, all of this is for fun and you’re the boss!❤
I’m a monogamous knitter. It has never occurred to me to cast on multiple projects at a time unless there is a reason to do so ( I want to give a gift and need to start and get it done). You have made me realize that there are actually some really good reasons to cast on multiple projects and I am going to start doing that. You mentioned always having a pair of socks cast on and I love that idea. I think I will knit more socks if I have some cast on and ready go be worked when ever I get some time. There is also the fact that sometimes I won’t knit at night while watching tv ( my prime knitting time) because I’m in the middle of a part that takes concentration. If I have multiple projects I cast on chances are one of them is going to be simple mindless knitting. I also hate casting on projects while I’m trying to relax at night so having multiple cast on means that even if I finish something I have something to work on. There’s no virtue in being a monogamous knitter. As long as you are finishing things I think having multiple projects is a great strategy.
Message from Sharon England.I think some people are happy to plod along with a project. I'm kinda like you, I get impatient to reach the end. Knowing that it may be too small or too big just kills me! I think that's why I like smaller projects like bottle holders or toys. We're all different.❤
I don't think it's unreaasonable to bind off on your shawl (at a manageable but still substantial size) and cast on with the cozy sweater (especially as we're moving towards autumn).
I have so many WIP’s that I can’t fault you for wanting to cast on a new knit😁. Some of mine are the Felix cardigan, Find Your Fade and I have yarn for Tiree by Isabell Kraemer that I’m dying to cast on! Love your podcast!
About the shawl, it's gorgeous! Also you can see through it, so it doesn't look heavy. Also the longer it gets the looser you can wrap it. It will be lovely if you finish it.
I bought yarn for a Terazzo after I watched your episode where you talked about it. Have not knitted it yet either - we need a winter Terazzo-a-long!
I think your shawl is actually a perfect size for you right now. I always have several wips going, it really helps my hands and my sanity
Hope you and yours are all safe from the storms! ❤
Fall is coming. It's in the back of our minds and we're anxious to get there. Knitting a project that's a little heavier is calling me as well.
I like small projects. How about making a coin purse next. Filled with coins or a sachet, it would make a wonderful little gift. Thanks!
I really like the sweater you're wearing! The thin, widely spaced strips always appeal to me and the sleeves are perfect! Did you knit it because I would like to get the pattern, if so!
Also came to ask this ❤
I'm totally with you on the new cast on. I try to always have a fingering weight sweater (that is usually more complicated like lace or cables) on the needles and then also have a DK or aran weight sweater going at the same time for that quick satisfaction of seeing real progress from my knitting. Sweaters are my favorite things to make, so having those plus a few other small things (like a pair of socks, a shawl, a toy, etc) make it so I have something to grab for any occasion that I want to knit at. Its like diversifying your knitting portfolio lol
So, first can we talk about your sweater? I LOVE those sleeves! Had to keep rewinding because I was focused on how to make those sleeves! I screenshotted them to study them more, hope that's ok? And second, it's like you're inside my head! I have a pattern I just cast on, couldn't wait. Something I wouldn't normally wear, but looks like a fun knit. It's the Berroco Desertstar, which is a sleeveless hi-low sweater. I've gone back and forth with adding sleeves to it. So I combed through my patterns for the perfect sleeve, and am thinking about a peek-a-boo sleeve, which I've never done, so we'll see. I hesitate because after having worked a few rows, I'm worried that although I went with the largest size, I'm not sure it's going to fit. I'm hoping it drapes more fully, the more fabric is created. I'll probably leave off the ribbing at the arms, try it on, and then decide on the sleeves. By the by, my go-to patterns are bell and mermaid sleeves, anything that generates movement.
Throwing in my fifty cents. I also try to be conscientious of where the yarn I buy is manufactured in, but on the other hand, it's just people trying to make living there, and the average person probably doesn't have much say in how their country is governed, they just want to feed their family. So I really struggle with it.
When it comes to that itch to cast on a new project, I have that frequently, but since I can't handle too many WIPs at the same time, it actually turns out into a delayed gratification when I do get to cast on the long awaited project, it is so much sweeter :)
When I hit a slump with a project I like to do a palette cleanser knit that is literally just for fun. I may not need it, I may not ever wear it, it just to get through the creative slump. Sometimes I need something with colour or texture or patterning that makes a knit fun. Lately it’s been hats with colourful hand dyed that are my palette cleanser. They are great gift knits too. I try not to cast on another large project if I have a large project that is the cause of my “meh” feelings toward knitting. Because they are a time investment, if I’m already in a bit of a slump, I will likely lose interest before I’m done and then I’ll feel worse for having two large projects sitting without much progress. I sometimes just need that quick, pretty, fun and FINISHED project in between
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I get it! I started knitting a child’s dress for my granddaughter. She was here recently and I showed her mother the back that I had finished and I could tell by her expression that she didn’t like it - she doesn’t like homemade garments. Since then I haven’t wanted to work on it because I know it will never be worn. I had a hard time knitting anything for a while when I decided I needed a comfort knit so I started a knitted blanket using Vanna’s’ Choice white and the Row One mini skeins so it’s changing color all the time. I’m loving it and it’s giving me back my desire to knit!
My granddaughter lives in GA, so they have little use for most things I would so love to make her. A hat for Christmas, though!
I think a lot of the time for me, the urge to cast on isn’t a matter of distraction or FOMO, but just a need for a project with certain characteristics in my line-up! (Small, large, complicated, simple, etc.)
I think this is a solid theory. I like this theory. Variety is the spice of life! 😉
Love how honest you are with your struggles when it comes to your wips - thank you for that
If I had your wips i would probably:
Cast off the shawl
Have the T actually stay a T (cuz the idea of a knitted shortsleeved T is great and something that you can’t really buy)
Start a cardigan with some unique style element like cables so it is actually worth knitting
I'd throw the shawl on a lifeline where you think you want to be done and try it on from there. I personally use interchangeable needles, so typically I'll just connect a few cables to try things on. Super helpful with adjusting sweater patterns too.
In my opinion, the shawl is plenty big for you now. You’re a slip of a thing 😊
I have placed a hard and fast rule on myself about wips. Only three at a time. It takes discipline but cuts down on the guilt and that scattered feeling.
Wishing you and yours a safe journey through the bad weather promised! Now…bind off that shawl and be done with it. It’s lovely and if it’s larger, you won’t wear it. Just sayin… I love your podcasts! ❤
I think your shawl is a lovely size and shape to wear right now. So I would bind off the shawl, and then cast on the new gray sweater you want to knit so badly. You’ve inspired me to cast on that sweater as well. Love your podcasts.
Thank you Marlette. ❤
Hello Taylor :) Thank you for this podcast. I recently purchased Isager eco baby for a baby project and have been wanting a cardigan in it ever since. Seeing you talk about it reinforced the idea!
I just finished my black tee yesterday. Sort of cheated cause it's crocheted. Took less than a week to make the panels, then I watched it collect dust for 3 weeks before seaming. Love it so i will be blocking it quickly to wear it. There's my reward.
Sat down with a list projects to bust through my stash. Only working on a brioche scarf/shawl but need another project to maintain my sanity. Socks are my go-to but i need 1 more. My decision making device is simple - roll dice or flip a coin. Legally binding in my eyes and no best 2 out of 3.
Take care out there - CA/Mexico hurricane and Canadian wildfires.
I understand too! I've challenged myself to be monogamous and I made it through 2 prs socks, shawl and a cowl. Now I got the itch. My PYE gave me a pin that says castonitis😁 I would use a progress keeper to motivate my work on the black tee. I did the same, turned a black tee into a long sleeve top and I wear the heck out of it, especially under cardis or my Jean jacket. Sending you good vibes.
Don't be mad - I can't help myself. The past tense of cast is . . . Cast. Sorry, I'm a former high school English teacher. 😁💜
Stretch out your shawl on extra cables or waste yarn before deciding how big or not big to make it
I had the same thought.
I watched the video about your project bags and I was wondering about the one with the raw leather (unlined interior). I think my suspicion was confirmed as you were dusting leather crumbs off of your ball of yarn! 😂
I agree on being stuck on shawl island but they are pretty good travel, tv, book reading projects. I do love that shawl color ❤
Can you tell us the name of the lovely sweater you are wearing? I love the sleeves! Thanks for another wonderful podcast. I’ve been wondering about your hollows Shawl
I would follow your instincts and bind off now. Looks big enough for you.
I think the fuzzy grey needs to be that split hem pullover. And yeah I have to always have something that's just a boring knit-working on a body, so I can get away from sleeves. But I've discovered something about myself-I LOVE to work on visually stimulating projects, like colorwork or Noro, something where it's always changing, but what I love to WEAR is beige, grey, dark grey, taupe, charcoal grey and black pullover, and the more simple/plain the better (I have knit I think 6 "Forager" by Melody Hoffman.) Those get really boring to work on though. So I try to always have a colorwork something and also an afghan (currently working on 3 with color) going at the same time.
This is 100% a therapy thing, but I’m noticing that you’re “shoulding” on yourself a lot when talking about what you want to start. I think you could try and word things with “want” and that may help you discover what you want to cast on next or if you want to cast something on. I frequently have to do this in my life and it has helped me a lot especially in my crafting life. ♥️
I say yes bind off now especially since your winters are mild
I have a closet full of shawls. I rarely wear them. Our winters are so mild (coastal NC) and this hot and flashy woman avoids excessively wrapping up. So this year, I am doubling down on plant based projects.
I enjoy your thinking-out-loud rambles. They are so open, honest, and it does feel like something is narrating my thought processes😂
I am obsessed with the sleeves on the sweater you are wearing! Does anyone know of a knitting pattern with sleeves like that?
In my head and to my students, my advice is always that patterns are suggestions for your own garment. If you do not wear large shawls, bind off before the next eyelet pattern section. You have put lots of hours already and when you wrapped it around your neck, it looks great. If you are not going to wear it as a wrap around your shoulders, make sure to have something functional for YOU..... just my opinion.... Judi from Virginia.
I am a pretty new knitter. Socks and hats so far. I am crocheting a lap blanket now and feel like I am betraying knitting and actually really missing it. I had started another pair of socks but put them down. My wife and I took a crochet class together so I want to get that going. I see now I can do both without judging myself LOL! It is suppose to be enjoyable after all. Stay safe and I really enjoy your channel.
I made a black ribbed scarf for my son once that he wanted as long as Dr Who's. (UK TV reference) he's 6.6 tall so 12 to 16 foot long. It was interminable and every ball of yarn I finished was going to be the last!
Take up the gray and feed your sole💕👩🌾👩🌾👩🌾
@woolneedleshands oh my gosh what sweater is that? Love the striping, contrast on the ends of sleeves, and split sleeve cuff
The shawl progress issue is real. You have a good feel (I think) for sizing for yourself and for the modifications of projects. I think you can always trust your gut! As much as I love wearing black, the idea of knitting (fingerweight!?!?) with black yarn is a hard No Thanks! I salute you for your black tee-> sweatshirt 👍🏾😊👏🏾 If I can buy products locally, I do. Yarn is another story. Not much is produced near me but I like to look for yarn at least processed in the country tho the fleece might be imported. Much depends on my budget. [I have two shawl WIPs that are languishing simply because each row is now so long, it takes a while to make noticeable progress. I just this weekend tho finished my Vitis shawl (Lisa Mutch pattern) that was very fun to knit...and I'll definitely make another. I just last night cast on a sleeve for a cardigan (adapting a pattern I'd used years ago from the Yarn Girls). Using LB Fishermen's Wool with a strand of mohair/silk. It's far too warm (hot) to be knitting this now so I may go back to my latest sock WIP... for the time being.]
P.S. the sleeves on your top are fabulous❣
I feel you! For me, If I knit something with only stockinette stitches, I want to have a more complex project too somewhere so that I can knit my stockinette out and about and my more complex when I am home. As for your project, I would do the Terrazzo sweater: the yarn seems really lovely!
I am a monogamous knitter, but I understand your thoughts about casting on something new. As I get closer to finishing something, I find my focus shifts into what I want to make next. I know that I cannot have more than one large project going because I will never finish. So, I set little goals to keep up momentum, like knit an inch or two a day, reach the sleeve divide, color/skein change, ribbing, one sleeve, etc. I'll place a progress keeper so I can actually see and measure my progress each day. For example, I am currently knitting the stockinette body of a fingering weight tee. I know I need to knit 12 inches before the ribbing. So, I set my goal to knit 2 inches a day, which means I will be done in 6 days. My reward for finishing, is casting on my next project AND an FO that I will love.
the best part about knitting shawls is they are done when you say they are done. if you're ready to bind off, absolutely go for it!
I love the shawl!
I also love "I just need a side piece!" :)
I just purchased the Eclair and looking forward to knitting it. 😊
Also, you and your vibe bring me so much joy. I enjoy listening to you all the time. 💕 You are so wonderful. I wanna be besties with you.
Interesting ideas.
Taylor! I have itchy fingers too! It's fall soon, so cast on a sweater or cardigan asap! That's what I'm about to do 😊
GM Taylor
I always love your pods and never miss them
As always very informative with knits, wool, and patterns
I think I may make the Hollows shawl for a Christmas gift for my dear cousin
Thanks and have a great week !!! 😊💝🇨🇦🇨🇦
It’s so reassuring to listen to you working through your cast on decisions (or indecision). I go through this from the time I’m about 1/3 through my current project. I say I indecision is my super power. 🎉
I have it figured out when I look at my project count. I need something plain to knit on and something challenging/ something that needs my concentration.
I am knitting the bookshop cardigan in Noro silk garden and Drops kid silk held double. It is such a beautiful combination! I am loving it.
Go for the cardigan 😊!!!
Cast it on girl!
I am in the same boat with my knitting projects. I put my cumulus tee on time out, and just have socks and a shawl to work on...I am eyeing all the fall sweaters and want to cast one one. I say cast on! If it makes you happy...do it...its just knitting! Make gauge swatches for both projects and start the one that you are most drawn to.
Knitting therapy session, thanks! Glad I'm not the only one rationalizing why I must swatch for a cardigan, adding a 4th knitting project to WIPs before finishing any of the others.
Glad you aren't getting the brunt of the hurricane.
Honestly YES on the itch. I have socks and a tank top on the needles, and I wanted to start my first Stephen West as soon as the yarn came in (it's supposed to be a gift, so I should start it anyway). But then there's so many things!! I get it.
I always have socks or hats on needles to provide a warmup or fun funny knit while grinding out the slow going on a shawl or blanket.
I’m thinking about either the seasons cardigan or sycamore cardigan. Maybe not as cropped, but two cute sweaters. 💜
I’m trying to finish a summer lacework yoke sweater so I can cast on a Felix cardigan.
When I saw your Isager yarn I immediately thought of the Sunday Cardigan by Petite Knit. I have not knit that myself and generally I don't knit a lot of bulkier weight sweaters but I think that one looks really cute. Another podcaster I watch made one for her daughter and said she really enjoyed knitting the pattern so it's in my sweater bundle on Ravelry.
I love the Lion Brand Effortless Cardigan pattern. Easy knit. I've made it twice!
Ooo I'll look into that one!
Cast on the Noro and mohair yarn. I want to see that knit up. I think it will be beautiful. I just balled up some Malibrigo in the Solis colorway and I'm going to start a short sleeve pullover. I've kind of not knit for the past month. Just crocheted on my blanket. I say jump into the pool with both feet! Start the Noro sweater. Your shawl and your black pullover looks great. I hope the storm goes around you and you stay safe. I'm in Washington state and in Eastern Washington near Spokane, a fire has broke out and has gotten bad. Here in Western Washington, we can't see the sun because of all the smoke from that fire. And you can smell it too. I think the rest of our summer will be in a smoke haze.
Ha! I’ve never been called a monogamous knitter but I am! I totally dream about my next project almost constantly once I hit the halfway point so I get where you are even if I don’t have multiple WIPs on the needles at once. I just use that excitement to finish the project I have going so I can get to the next one! I love your black long sleeve and if I were you, I’d focus on it since it’ll be the perfect time to wear it soon 😊
I'm feeling the itch too! I'm in love with the "Time" sweater you talked about a few weeks ago. I could totally see doing it with a bright navy blue base and a yellow, pink, orange yarn for the colorwork pattern. But... what fiber content besides 100% wool makes for a good sweater?
I can't wait to see the sweater with the mohair! That yarn looks amazing! As for the cardigan, I totally know that temptation! I see what I want and I can just buy it, but it really takes away the satisfaction of having a self-made wardrobe.
I’ve always been a monogamous knitter until 2 weeks ago. I now have 3 projects on needles. AND I’m finding it hard to find the motivation to work on any of them. So…I’m committing to finish the one that I’ve lost the most interest in so that…I can reward myself by working on the one I’m most excited about!
Girl I’m the same way with projects. I can’t have less than 2 going on at the same time and it all depends on what I have going on as well as the season that will determine what I’m focusing on
the shawl is coming out beautiful, love the color....think of it like a blanket and just work on it when you need a mindless change. I totally understand about the feeling of a large project. I actually did that with a shawl and ended it early but it totally did not work so I'm going to start it up again and finish it so it's finished the way it was meant to be. and I think if you do this Hallows shawl at the full size you can use it on cold nights maybe just over your shoulder or you can wrap it differently instead of around your neck...but it is coming out pretty.
I love narrow shawls and those are the only ones I wear. The big ones look nice but who wants all that hanging off of you and they constantly fall off and become a pain unless you are sitting down, not moving. !
My comfort project is a good cozy cardigan. And since spooky season is coming, I have ALLLL the cardis in mind. Also I have started 3 projects this week. (one isn't going to be finished. I hate the yarn) but whatever. It makes me happy. ❤
I say cast on the cardigan! I am knitting my second one now, so much fun!
Im itching to cast on a cardigan! I knitted one in the past but im not wearing it due to the color. Now i want a comfy and practical grey cardigan!
Coastal NC and hurricanes are often our news this time of year. Stay safe!
Omg that would be gorgeous yarn for a versatile cardigan. I was inspired to do the hallows Shawl but I frogged it. The yarn I chose wasn’t working for me and the lace stitches… lol. I’m currently doing a colored variations of the bone yard shawl and I hate these wide rows… I get it! Lol. Trying to finish before I cast on anything else though because I’m trying to prioritize Christmas gifts 🎁
I would bind off now, based on your local weather and the size the shawl is currently. It’s beautiful. I love the color. Be done with it.
Knitting black or any dark yarn is never that much fun, you don’t the pleasure of seeing your stitch work. I knit a bit for kids in refugee camps . This is so much fun, as the charity wants colourful individualised items, so you are free to play with colours and textures. Choosing and planning what to knit next is fun as well. I find it harder to knit wearable cardis, than pullovers. So it seems to be harder to choose the right cardi pattern and yarn. I do love the Eclair sweater, looks very elegant
First prayers for your safety during the next couple of days. Let your heart lead you in your knitting. I love some of my purchased cardigans in fact I lived in my barefoot dreams this summer when I had knee replacement. Wear and make what makes us happy.
Totally have cardigans on my mind as well. I can give you a list of ones I have made that don't work or I don't wear. Would love for you to have a video on your cardigan ideas?
I’ve been making my way through a “pram blanket” for friends that are having their first baby in October, so I’ve got some impetus to git ‘er done! At first I was really cranky working with this cotton/bamboo yarn which is splitty as all get out, but I’m getting through it. I have such a monster stash of yarn that needs getting through. I’ve been trying to be really disciplined about getting through projects for that reason only!
The Karen Templer sweater "template" is great--highly recommend it.
I’m so with you on the cardigan quandary. I’ve been putting off on creating a summer cardigan Bc I couldn’t decide which to make and then once (and IF) I decided on something I didn’t know if I would actually finish it before summer was over. Now that we’re getting closer to sweater weather here in the NE area I’m now contemplating a Fall sweater (in my head, no pattern has once again been decided on or even looked at, if I’m being completely honest). Such trials!! 😂 Help me decide!
Please keep us updated on the flooding. Saw video of floods in Las Vegas.
We know you live close by.
Thank you for all your enthusiasm.
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Side-to-side shawls!! Midnight on Kobol was one of my favorites. A triangle that increases on one side until you get to the deep point, then it decreases on that one side to the final point. Sooo much better.
Also, I just found short row crescent shawls. So much more interesting. Northbound Knitting - she has several. Bloodmoon is the most recent I think.