No problem getting quality hot water bottles in the US. I’ve been using one for a while. LOVE your fall covers. May have to make a few for gifts!! That diamond cable sweater is beautiful. Can’t wait to try it. Let me know if you need a tester!!
Your hot water bottle covers are so cute. For a safer longer lasting filler you can use a grain sack. Fill a fabric bag with wheet, barely or rice and heat for a minute or two in the microwave. It can't burn and it holds the heat better than water. The bag can have dividers sewn in to keep the grain distributed better.
The John Arbon sweater is absolutely stunning. And the yarn! Oh my gosh! ❤ I'm so so looking forward to its release. Funny enough, I had bought unicorn-coloured mohair to pair with a grey... I was hoping for a similar look. And I hope your little guy is feeling better. :(
Hot water bottle covers are so cute! I don’t own a hot water bottle, but now I think I need one. Instead of French knots, try using colonial knots. They come out a little neater than a French knot.
Thank you for another amazing episode of your podcast. Your enthusiasm and excitement is just shimmering through my laptop ... I can feel it! I love all the new versions of the HWBC and I look forward to trying out some different ones in the near future. I have knitted with John Arbon yarn (sportweight) and I agree that the look and feel of this yarn is on a whole new level. 🤗
You are just so much fun to watch - I don’t have any hot water bottles and I’m terrified of colorwork, but I think a mini would be a good place to start!
Lots of my preview knitters used it for their first ever colour work project with great success! There’s no pressure as long as you use wool and it blocks on your hot water bottle so tension discrepancies don’t really matter like it would in a garment or a sock! X
I completely forgot about the mal till I watched this!!! Thank you for the reminder. Poor Geoff, that cough sounds very poorly, I hope he's better soon. I love the hot water bottle covers, they're so cute. Good luck with your half marathon, you're a braver woman than I am, I can barely run for the bus!!!!
Cannot WAIT for the Mini Maxine! I managed a version in fingering weight that fits my mini hot water bottle (matching Maxine set!) but the proper gauge will make for perfect gift knitting this season ❤🎉
I''m so happy for you that you've found the right balance for you! And I'm totally loving all the hot water bottle covers. I bought the pumpkin spice one and I''m thinking about wich patterns and what colors I'll use all day! A year ago I wasn't a hot water bottle person, but now I'm definitely am! I also made one as a birthday present for my best friend (I duplicate stitch a F1 racer logo on it, that I found on Pinterest) and I have plans to make another one as a gift!
Thank you thank you thank you Laura for having another podcast so soon, that was very much appreciated😊❤ I'm having some stressful days and my anxiety is giving me quite a hard time but your videos always put a smile on my face, so for that I'm thankful. In other news, I think I chose the project I'm gonna work on for the from me to me mal😎 that's gonna be a chunky, red, long sleeved and probably turtleneck Ranunculus😍 I think that's gonna be an October cast on though cause my needles are busy at the moment but I might find the time to swatch for it cause I can't wait! 😍
I’ve been meaning to watch since I saw the video. Kept procrastinating. I’m here twisting my mind around how I’m going to make mini hot water bottle covers. Omg I’m so thankful for this. I’m biting my nails right now waiting for the pattern update and the new release of the new pattern. Thank you so very much. This will make Christmas gifts so much easier to make.
What a wonderful episode Laura 😊 thank you so much. My son would love a Minecraft hot water bottle cover too 😂 I made socks with a slime green and a black cat motif and he calls them the Minecraft socks. Happy making xx
So excited about the MAL and the John Arbon sweater. Can’t wait to see your next sample! Already have yarn chosen to make my own 😊. And so excited to participate in the MAL
Just me sitting here eagerly for probably a good few more months to hear more about your garter stitch Midland cardigan again 😂 I actually set yarn aside for it basically since you first showed it! I’ll have to apply to test knit when that time comes lol
We don’t really use hot water bottles but those charts are AMAZING!! If you make Minecraft ones that will be my kids’ Xmas knit gifts done!! Incredible idea ❤️
I fell in love with your souffle sweater. Is there coming up an update on ravelry in the next time or can I use the tee pattern? You have a grear charisma. It's fun to watch your videos. 🥰 best wishes from Munich
I love how excited you are to share your designs. I hope ja Appledore sweater has something with lattice to go with souffle, chantilly and eclair and I was thinking Shrewsbury (cake) or Malvern (cake) fir midlands cardigan I love a theme but thats pressure to continue the theme 😂😂
Yeah I’m not tied to one theme obviously, but if I can make it baking related I will 🤣 the John arbon isn’t baking related though I’m afraid! My friend came up with it and it just clicked for me! X
❤ thank you for another lovely dose of Laura! What gorgeous designs you have. I am about to begin a Stella Quilt blanket, but it was difficult to choose between that and the wonderful Sweet Shop blanket. Laura, if your original Maxine doesn't fit you or your sister, and the yarn was gifted by the shop, what about sending it back to the shop as a sample? Just a thought. It's hard to part with precious makes. Keep well! Vitual hugs to young Geoff, poor mite.
That is a lovely idea, however woolly mammoth is already having a sample made! I am very attached to it and I think I will keep it for now, maybe it will fit my daughter one day ☺️
Hi Laura. Can you provide a link for the mini hot water bottle. I am in Canada and we have the large bottles but I am not seeing small. I want to make sure I buy the right size. Thanks. It is absolutely adorable and would make a fantastic gift.
Im not sure if you mean the pattern or actual 500ml water bottles. The finished size of the covers are in the pattern listings and the pattern itself x
Laura, I love your videos and I adore your energy ❤ I've been feeling a bit low lately (a hospital environment will do that to a person) but I feel like you are sending me some really good vibes ❤ It's been a pleasure knitting with you 😊 I admire the idea that you've had for the MAL. I may not officially participate because I have a private Instagram account but I will do my best to keep this ideology in mind 😊 for so many years I have knitted so many Christmas gifts for my loved ones and barely knitted anything for myself for months at a time. This year I'm trying to "adopt" a more relaxed attitude when it comes to gift-knitting and actually make the things I want to make ❤ Recently I have had a lot of time to plan my future knits. I'm a Christmas-lover myself (I have already started listening to Christmas carols 🫣🤭) so I have a few things I want to make myself for Christmas Eve: a new knitted elf hat, over-the-knee socks in Christmas colours (striped) and maybe finish my first ever sweater (in a Christmas-sy red colour) ❤ we'll see how much I can actually get done 😅 in a few weeks I might be able to attend a crafty event here in Finland with my grandma and my dad, so looking forward to that (planning on buying Christmas cards - and, of course, yarn) ❤ THANK YOU for spreading love and a healthy attitude towards knitting (and life) to us all ❤ I thinks that it is apparent that you have worked on yourself these past few years and I feel like I can learn a lot from you: moving towards accepting myself and my body as it is and giving myself permission to rest ❤ you are truly an inspiration 🎉❤
No problem getting quality hot water bottles in the US. I’ve been using one for a while. LOVE your fall covers. May have to make a few for gifts!!
That diamond cable sweater is beautiful. Can’t wait to try it. Let me know if you need a tester!!
Your hot water bottle covers are so cute. For a safer longer lasting filler you can use a grain sack. Fill a fabric bag with wheet, barely or rice and heat for a minute or two in the microwave. It can't burn and it holds the heat better than water. The bag can have dividers sewn in to keep the grain distributed better.
You are amazing Laura! Your patterns, yarn, creativity, sharing your thoughts and ideas, your enthusiasm, joy and positivity….it’s all contagious! ❤
The John Arbon sweater is absolutely stunning. And the yarn! Oh my gosh! ❤ I'm so so looking forward to its release. Funny enough, I had bought unicorn-coloured mohair to pair with a grey... I was hoping for a similar look.
And I hope your little guy is feeling better. :(
I can't wait to see all of your fall creations! Thanks for another lovely podcast!
Hot water bottle covers are so cute! I don’t own a hot water bottle, but now I think I need one. Instead of French knots, try using colonial knots. They come out a little neater than a French knot.
Thank you for another amazing episode of your podcast. Your enthusiasm and excitement is just shimmering through my laptop ... I can feel it!
I love all the new versions of the HWBC and I look forward to trying out some different ones in the near future.
I have knitted with John Arbon yarn (sportweight) and I agree that the look and feel of this yarn is on a whole new level.
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Your enthusiasm for autumn is so delightfully infectious! Happy autumn knitting!
You are just so much fun to watch - I don’t have any hot water bottles and I’m terrified of colorwork, but I think a mini would be a good place to start!
Lots of my preview knitters used it for their first ever colour work project with great success! There’s no pressure as long as you use wool and it blocks on your hot water bottle so tension discrepancies don’t really matter like it would in a garment or a sock! X
I completely forgot about the mal till I watched this!!! Thank you for the reminder.
Poor Geoff, that cough sounds very poorly, I hope he's better soon.
I love the hot water bottle covers, they're so cute.
Good luck with your half marathon, you're a braver woman than I am, I can barely run for the bus!!!!
Cannot WAIT for the Mini Maxine! I managed a version in fingering weight that fits my mini hot water bottle (matching Maxine set!) but the proper gauge will make for perfect gift knitting this season ❤🎉
Great to hear you being so positive Laura. I need one of your gorgeous hot water bottle covers in my life 😊
I''m so happy for you that you've found the right balance for you! And I'm totally loving all the hot water bottle covers. I bought the pumpkin spice one and I''m thinking about wich patterns and what colors I'll use all day! A year ago I wasn't a hot water bottle person, but now I'm definitely am! I also made one as a birthday present for my best friend (I duplicate stitch a F1 racer logo on it, that I found on Pinterest) and I have plans to make another one as a gift!
So excited for your new designs. I'm looking forward to the John Arbon one in particular 😊 I'll be joining in with the MAL.
Thank you thank you thank you Laura for having another podcast so soon, that was very much appreciated😊❤ I'm having some stressful days and my anxiety is giving me quite a hard time but your videos always put a smile on my face, so for that I'm thankful. In other news, I think I chose the project I'm gonna work on for the from me to me mal😎 that's gonna be a chunky, red, long sleeved and probably turtleneck Ranunculus😍 I think that's gonna be an October cast on though cause my needles are busy at the moment but I might find the time to swatch for it cause I can't wait! 😍
Ohhhh the way i gasped when you showed the John Arbon sweater, it is absolutely gorgeous and i will be anxiously awaiting its release!!!
I’ve been meaning to watch since I saw the video. Kept procrastinating. I’m here twisting my mind around how I’m going to make mini hot water bottle covers. Omg I’m so thankful for this. I’m biting my nails right now waiting for the pattern update and the new release of the new pattern. Thank you so very much. This will make Christmas gifts so much easier to make.
You don’t have long to wait 🤫😜
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What a wonderful episode Laura 😊 thank you so much. My son would love a Minecraft hot water bottle cover too 😂 I made socks with a slime green and a black cat motif and he calls them the Minecraft socks. Happy making xx
So excited about the MAL and the John Arbon sweater. Can’t wait to see your next sample! Already have yarn chosen to make my own 😊. And so excited to participate in the MAL
Ohhh new sweater design is BEAUTIFUL 😍
I love my hot water bottles, too. Sometimes during the summer, I fill my bottle with very cold water and use it to cool off. I love your videos!!🧶🧶🧶
I’ve been waiting for that john arbon sweater since you posted it on your instagram ages ago! i’m so excited 🩷
Just me sitting here eagerly for probably a good few more months to hear more about your garter stitch Midland cardigan again 😂 I actually set yarn aside for it basically since you first showed it! I’ll have to apply to test knit when that time comes lol
I think I would love a cardigan in your John Arbon design ❤ I also love the mushrooms 🍄
Thanks for this enjoyable video! 😍Edit: I will probably join the MAL just at a later date. Looking forward to it!
We don’t really use hot water bottles but those charts are AMAZING!! If you make Minecraft ones that will be my kids’ Xmas knit gifts done!! Incredible idea ❤️
Oooo yess that green in a midland cardigan would amazing.
Love Sainsbury clothes great quality and price.
In the US I got my hot water bottle at the Vermont Country Store. they have a website
You made my day with your post! so soon after your last one, yay !
I NEED the pumkin spice hot watterbottle cover in my life NOW!
Hehe not long now, I will announce the official release date on Instagram!
Thank you Laura for this wonderfull episod!
We don’t use hot water bottles here in the US but your new design makes me want to buy one just to have an excuse to make it.
I am losing my mind over the sunflowers and mushroom motifs!!!!
I had no idea mini water bottles existed
I fell in love with your souffle sweater. Is there coming up an update on ravelry in the next time or can I use the tee pattern? You have a grear charisma. It's fun to watch your videos. 🥰 best wishes from Munich
The crew neck update won’t be for a while, if you have the skill you can modify the tee pattern in the mean time! X
I love how excited you are to share your designs. I hope ja Appledore sweater has something with lattice to go with souffle, chantilly and eclair and I was thinking Shrewsbury (cake) or Malvern (cake) fir midlands cardigan I love a theme but thats pressure to continue the theme 😂😂
Yeah I’m not tied to one theme obviously, but if I can make it baking related I will 🤣 the John arbon isn’t baking related though I’m afraid! My friend came up with it and it just clicked for me! X
@@_laurapenrose_ I'm sure it will be perfect all your names suit regardless .... maybe my head will just call it my lattice sweater 🤣😁
❤ thank you for another lovely dose of Laura! What gorgeous designs you have. I am about to begin a Stella Quilt blanket, but it was difficult to choose between that and the wonderful Sweet Shop blanket.
Laura, if your original Maxine doesn't fit you or your sister, and the yarn was gifted by the shop, what about sending it back to the shop as a sample? Just a thought. It's hard to part with precious makes.
Keep well! Vitual hugs to young Geoff, poor mite.
That is a lovely idea, however woolly mammoth is already having a sample made! I am very attached to it and I think I will keep it for now, maybe it will fit my daughter one day ☺️
I hope your little boy feels better soon. Poor honey, such a bad cough
He’s doing much better thank you! A day of rest and an early night did the trick!
Hi Laura. Can you provide a link for the mini hot water bottle. I am in Canada and we have the large bottles but I am not seeing small. I want to make sure I buy the right size. Thanks. It is absolutely adorable and would make a fantastic gift.
Im not sure if you mean the pattern or actual 500ml water bottles. The finished size of the covers are in the pattern listings and the pattern itself x
Maximum cozy genes 😂😂😂❤
Every chain pharmacy in the US has hot water bottles. CVS, Walgreens, RiteAid. At least every one I’ve ever been in has had them. :)
I went to Walmart and asked in the pharmacy. They had no idea what I was asking for.
What do you use the mini hot water bottels for?
Many things, usually pain management for cramps or muscle soreness, but also for keeping warm!
What size is the mini water bottle Laura? I want to purchase the bottles ready for the pattern!!
Thank you
500ml, the cover measures approx 5.5x8” not including the cuff x
I bought several Water bottles
I kive the pattern for the waterbottle cover
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Laura, I love your videos and I adore your energy ❤ I've been feeling a bit low lately (a hospital environment will do that to a person) but I feel like you are sending me some really good vibes ❤ It's been a pleasure knitting with you 😊 I admire the idea that you've had for the MAL. I may not officially participate because I have a private Instagram account but I will do my best to keep this ideology in mind 😊 for so many years I have knitted so many Christmas gifts for my loved ones and barely knitted anything for myself for months at a time. This year I'm trying to "adopt" a more relaxed attitude when it comes to gift-knitting and actually make the things I want to make ❤ Recently I have had a lot of time to plan my future knits. I'm a Christmas-lover myself (I have already started listening to Christmas carols 🫣🤭) so I have a few things I want to make myself for Christmas Eve: a new knitted elf hat, over-the-knee socks in Christmas colours (striped) and maybe finish my first ever sweater (in a Christmas-sy red colour) ❤ we'll see how much I can actually get done 😅 in a few weeks I might be able to attend a crafty event here in Finland with my grandma and my dad, so looking forward to that (planning on buying Christmas cards - and, of course, yarn) ❤ THANK YOU for spreading love and a healthy attitude towards knitting (and life) to us all ❤ I thinks that it is apparent that you have worked on yourself these past few years and I feel like I can learn a lot from you: moving towards accepting myself and my body as it is and giving myself permission to rest ❤ you are truly an inspiration 🎉❤