Vanissia, knit what brings you joy and talk to us about what you want to. Don't try to change what you do incase someone doesn't want to see it. We subscribe and watch because we like what you do. You don't need to change 😊
Talk as long as you want! I could happily watch a three hour podcast from you every week! I find your thoughtfulness in discussing your knits so enjoyable.
Hi Vanissia. Never a problem with any way you want to approach and talk about your knitting. You are a joy to listen to and learn from. Remember too, if a session was too long for anyone, they can always pause and come back to it. So for me, never too long a podcast from you - so interesting. SO, I would love to win Creabea's Rhue pattern 😝 - and absolutely your single coloured version has inspired me. The fit and colour you have chosen is perfect on you, and I would be looking for a result similar to yours - prob a different yarn as not available here in NZ (as far as I know). So thanks for the inspiration definitely - GREAT fit! and great knit .... one of your best I would say. Well done to Rebecca for her clever design work. 🙏🥰
I had to laugh when you said you had 12 FOs, “But nobody wants to hear about all that”. Because my response was, “Yes, yes I DO want to hear about all 12. In great detail”. Your presentation is wonderful, like a conversation with a sweet friend. Every single thing you’re willing to share, I’ll gladly listen for hours. 😊 You amaze me with your techniques, attention to details in patterns, and knowledge of how fibers behave. I’m learning so much from you. Blessings from America. 💜
Do whatever works for you Vanissia. As far as I’m concerned the more projects the better. No one needs to sit down and watch the podcast all in one go of it’s very long.
For blocking hats, I find balloons work great! You can control how large you blow them up, and once the hat is on, you can set the balloon on top of a large mug or small bowl to hold it up while drying. Love your work- thanks for the videos!
I haven’t tried any of Rebecca Clow’s patterns yet. I was so happy when she showcased your Rhue sweater because I am tempted to knit it without colorwork also. I love the shoulder shaping. This was my first time watching your podcast and thoroughly enjoyed it. I especially enjoyed your information on how much sweaters cost. Although I often splurge on expensive yarns I am trying to be more conscious of the cost. Thank you for all the effort you put into your podcast.
aw I'm so glad, thank you! And yes, I feel it's important to keep in mind that the hobby does cost money, and sometimes even cheaper yarns can produce great results, like filcolana for example ! Happy knitting :)
I love the long videos! I watch them in chunks if I can't sit in one go and watch it all, but it's nice to have someone keep me company when I'm knitting - especially because I don't have any local knitting friends! I love your Rhua too - the construction is new to me and sounds so interesting - I'd love to win the pattern!
I second all of the comments that your podcasts are such a pleasure to watch. I know you may not feel like you're speaking eloquently, but I love the way you speak about your knits. I also love to hear about anything that you want to talk about. I prefer longer videos, it's more knitting time! But keep yourself in mind. If talking about everything stresses you, don't do it. But if you're worried viewers will dislike going through all of your knits, ignore them! It's your channel. I subscribe for your personality just as much for the knitting. Wishing you well!
I like having all the items shown as you finish them, like this! Knitting podcasts are something I put on to have something to listen to while I'm knitting, and I often don't finish them all in one go. I just leave the tab open and come back to it when I have more time to knit. I like seeing all of the things you make and hearing you talk about them, so for me a longer video is a bonus. At the same time, if recording long podcast episodes is a burden to you, I don't think my entertainment is worth your misery.
I love to hear whatever you have to share and long podcasts can always be paused - you should do what is comfortable for you so that you're still enjoying it and not getting burnt out or overwhelmed! Also- I am with you on wanting more winter for a bit longer. It's warmed up here the last couple weeks and I wasn't done with "cozy season"! Finally - it's so kind of you to share your gift from Rebecca. I've had my eye on her Corran cardigan for ages since I saw Martina from We Grow Wild wearing hers a lot and loving it.
So generous of you to offer up your free pattern! I’d love to make the alder sweater 😊 In terms of the Sonja, I think I’d probably unravel. The yarn is too nice and special to be in a project that you aren’t happy with. Better to reclaim it and make something you’ll love!
Hi Vanissia, thank you so much for this video. Please carry on posting about everything you are knitting/ have knitted between your RUclips videos (I don’t mind 2 hours videos 😅). You are so eclectic and skilled!
I love seeing all your items and we can always watch in more than one sitting if it feels 'too long'. That said if it is stressful for you to cover so many I think you should mind what is good for you. Love watching you whatever you decide to share. :)
I know you've talked about being mindful of not repeating your color choices with sweaters, but both of those blue sweaters just suit you so well! Regarding podcast length, just make the kind of content you want to see. We all have knitting to do; we'll find time to watch a full two hours if that's how much time it takes to go through everything. If you take that full time to talk about two garments and do it meaningfully, people will still like it :)
thanks! And i meant more like buying the exact same yarn in the same colourway, i wouldnt mind doing more sweaters in those shades of blue from different brands !
I love your podcasts and learn from all the details you talk about. It is important for me to hear all about the yarn, the patterns and the experiences. Thank you so much for the work and your time. Greetings from Germany, Maria ❤
Hey Vanissia! Absolutely love the Rhue Sweater on you. Love love love the color. I think you look so nice in blue! I agree with you on the "baggy trend" I like to wear baggy comfy clothes at home but when I go out I prefer a classier, fitter outfit rather than a baggy one. Also I love how long your videos are. I prefer longer videos because that way I don't have to stop every 20 minutes to look for another video to watch while I'm knitting. So, I actually enjoy the length of your videos and how much more detailed you are when talking about each project :) However, you should focus on what you want to talk about and for how long. It's your channel. You can organize it however you like. We'll be here to watch and listen and knit along with you :) I would love to win the Creabea's Alder sweater! Thank you for doing the giveaway!
I like that you're experimenting and learning and reflecting. It's good to hear that on a podcast. Stuff is looking great. In terms of podcasts, I usually never show everything I'm working on or have worked on per episode. That way if I have a slow week or weeks I can fill it with those OR, I just film two with slightly different focuses and have content built up.
Thank you Vanissia for another delightful episode. The sweater you were wearing is beautiful on you, I have to confess that I’m very fond of saddle shoulder as well, the fit is so good. If I would against all odds be selected for the pattern give away, I wish for that exact pattern. I also want to thank you for the excellent tutorial on the crochet slip stitch neck finish, I just did one and I looked around for a good tutorial but that was before you published yours. It was hard to find and I’m glad you made a good one, it gives a beautiful result and this will be my go to from now on. I have said it before and say it again, you are a natural born teacher and motivator.🥰
To me your content is all worth listening to and I'm learning a lot, so no worries about that. I love your Rhue sweater...what a gorgeous colour and silhouette it is. Also I agree with you about the influence of trends versus choosing what suits you best. You get a lot of knitting done.
Hi Vanissia, long podcasts are great when I have a project that I have to look at my hands for. I can take a look when you show something interesting while listening when you are discussing it to concentrate on my work. Sort of background noise but still the information sinks in subconsciously. Your single colour Rhue sweater and your description of the shoulder construction helped make up my mind if I wanted to buy the pattern or not. So it's a two for one pattern!
Thanks for sharing all your makes. i'd love to make one of Rebecca's patterns she has so many beautiful patterns. I think the Alder Sweater is first on my list!
Another great podcast, lots of pretty fos! I actually have a store bought sweater i bought when I was a brand new knitter and the sleeves are way too long, I knew at the time that someday I would have the skills to modify it! That’s the beauty of knitting, if it doesn’t work, you can fix it or frog it 🐸 I really like Rebecca’s Corran Cardigan, it’s awesome that it comes with instructions for a round and a v neck.
Love your podcast as usual, and your Rhue sweater is really stunning! Also you make me really wanna knit a Marie Wallin pattern. I could be wrong (feel free to correct me!) but I think the reason why your beret is floppy might be the alpaca content (especially you hold double alpaca,) not necessarily the yarn weight - for example if you hold a shetland and a mohair it could give more structure
Love your podcast and how creative you are in trying various things like lives, zoom groups and of course, normal podcasts. The tolsta tee would be the Rebecca Clow pattern I would love to knit. All of her patterns are so good.
I love your Rhue sweater; the fit is perfect as well as the color and the yarn has a nice shine. I always look forward to your podcast. I would love to have the Rhue sweater pattern.
I think you should do your videos the way it feels natural to you - how we watch them is up to us. I love the time you spend being thoughtful about the how's and why's of your knitting. It feels like sitting chatting with a friend and that is meaningful and time well spent.
Im so glad you’re knitting more colorful items. They really complement your complexion and hair color. I would definitely do sleeve surgery on your sweater. I had a similar problem with my champagne sweater and after re- knitting the sleeves I now love it
Sure enjoy all your podcasts! Keep up the good work! Your attention to detail is inspiring. I would love to try the Rhue Sweater as I’ve been wanting to try some colorwork. Thank you for keeping us entertained with your lovely knits. ❤
Loved all your penny gloves Great scrap user. I bought the pattern and have to make some as gifts. Also love your final choice yarn for the test knit cabled vest. It is going to look great.
Hey there! I really like the way you find the balance between beeing honest about your knits and not beeing too negative, so refreshing! I would really love to have the tolsta tee pattern, perfectly for the upcoming spring!
Thank you for your generosity, Vanissia! I would love to try Rebecca Clow's Lanark Sweater! Also, you mentioned one of your sweaters grew a lot after blocking even though it was not superwash - the same thing happened with one of mine! I had used Valley Yarns Northampton, which is so squishy and soft, I was enjoying the knit a lot. Both garments I made with it ended up growing too much... So much so that I ended up frogging one completely, and the other accidentally felted a bit in the wash but in the end it was for the best. Don't be afraid of frogging so you make the most out of that expensive yarn! And I don't mind at all seeing so many projects and having a longer video from you. It's a treat!
I love that blue colour and it looks gorgeous on you. The Rhue sweater would be my pattern of choice as well. Thank you for showing us your version. Definitely unravel your sweater and make something that fits you better…you’ll never regret it. I once unravelled a sweater 3 times! to get a better fit.
Such a good episode! You have been busy! I’m sorry to hear your Sonja didn’t work out the way you wanted it. It might be worth wearing it with the sleeves rolled a few times to see how you like it. Just because it is the least drastic of your options. And then if you still don’t love it, unsurprisingly, I’d say frog it and make the Dropp! I love mine! I wear it all the time and the construction made it really fun to knit.
Great episode! As always inspiring! I think you should make episodes the way you want to. What ever brings you joy! Your Rhue sweater is beautiful. I would love to knit one sometime this year. Have a wonderful week, Vanissia!
So much good advice from our fellow knitters on how to manage the Sonja. I expect you'll find the solution that makes the most sense for ‘you’ and we, your knitting buddies, will be cheering you on with whatever you do. Tolsta tee is in my future knits Thanks for sharing the ‘Creabea love’.
I loved this podcast! seeing all your projects and thoughts on each item feels so relaxing. personally I don't mind the difference between a 1 hour podcast or 2 hour or even longer. I watch throughout the day and find time to use podcasts to knit along to. Also your sweaters turned out so beautiful!
Hi vanissia. I’m not sure if this will be a helpful response but do whatever makes YOU happy. I always watch all your videos because you seem so genuine and honest. If something makes you stressed or overwhelmed just change it. I’m certainly in awe of all you made. I genuinely learn a lot from your videos because of the detail you go into as well. ❤
I recently discovered the Creabea podcast and love her patterns. I really appreciate seeing the Rhue in single colour as I too am looking for a good fit for a future sweater and this one looks great! I am definitely interested in getting this pattern as well as the Tolsta Tee pattern. Love your podcast and think you should do whatever feels best for you.
Hi Vanissia! Such a thoughtful and honest episode, as always. First off, please continue to show us all of your FO’s . It is always fun and inspiring to see accessories and other smaller projects along with garments, and these can be quicker knits too meaning lots of FO’s! And good for you for sticking with your goals at the same time. Regarding the Sonja, my personal vote is to wear with sleeves rolled up and/or go with the sweater surgery, because when you described what unraveling it would entailI I could feel my panic rising LOL!!! But I know you will make the best decision for you and that very special yarn. And with the Seela, it is always nice to have an oversized comfy sweater that you can throw on while working or relaxing from home. Your family will love those beautiful gifts! And thank for offering one of Rebecca’s patterns, I would love the Stick Season. Happy Anniversary to you and Ross.
Loved this episode just the same as all your episodes! You provide so many great insights and thoughtful topics to consider, and your taste aligns with mine so I always find you interesting to listen to and watch. Congratulations on finishing so many WIPs! It's such a great feeling, hey? Thank you for a terrific episode!
Hi Vanissia - Another enjoyable podcast. I enjoy seeing all the projects you are working on and your honesty about the process of knitting them. I personally enjoy an hour long podcast as I can knit for a longer time. Rebecca has great patterns - excited to see your Lauder vest come to life. I have a couple of patterns in my library of Rebecca's but would also like the Daft Days Cardigan.
I say show and talk about all of it. I learn so much from both the failures and the successes of the patterns and the yarns. I look forward to your podcasts and always feel I've learned something new. It would be lovely to win the Rhue pattern by Rebecca Clow. Hope you have a very nice visit with your family.
Very cute job on Audrey. I'm with you on oversized sweaters. I think women who are tall and have broad shoulders or a large bustline look fine in oversized items. If you're small, it looks like you didn't know how to make it in your size. I've frogged three sweaters completely after blocking because I wasn't happy with the fit. Reknitting them just gave me more knitting time and practice, although the one with a strand of sock yarn with a strand of alpaca was a pain to pull out twice! Your blue Rhue sweater is lovely on you!
I always admire your honesty in your episodes. I think knitting less and more complex projects is you evolving as a knitter. I would definitely unravel the Sonja although I think it be quite a challenge to do this. It's the most sensible option if you want to get to enjoy the beautiful yarn. I really like the Daft Days cardigan by Rebecca.
I love your podcast and could listen to you for hours while knitting 😅 I can totally understand that planing, filming and editing those "marathon podcasts" are time consuming and exhausting. So do it in your pace, I will be watching anyways.❤ I'd love to knit a stick season sweater for my husband (and maybe one for myself)
Very kind of you to share a pattern. I would like to knit the Tolsta tee. Interesting to hear you are giving more thought to what you actually knit, being more conscious of your knitting choices. It's so easy to get swept up in the latest pattern craze.
Great episode and I love your blue Rhue Sweater. The fit is perfect and the colour suits you. I would really like to knit the Rhue sweater, but I love all of Rebecca`s patterns.
Thanks for another great video :) The plain Rhue sweater looks amazing; the color is just lovely and the construction is so cool! I've been wanting to try out the Rebecca Clow's Tolsta Tee, I feel like it would be the perfect summer top.
Hey Vanissia, I wanted to tell you that I found your podcast like 8 days ago and I have binged all your episodes. You’ve inspired me (as a crocheter) to pick up knitting. I’ve done some before but now I really want to get into it! I love your videos so much! Have a great day I can’t wait for the next video!
I will like to knit The Rhue sweater, in a solid color. It is beautiful on you. Your explanation of the construction of the shoulder and arms it’s very useful. Thank you.
You’ve inspired me to make this without colour work! lol. And I just finished the Sticks for one of my sons. It’s a great pattern - turned out lovely. Highly recommend.
Hi Vanissia, I am watching you from Paris before going to work! I like the fit of the shoulder construction on you and would love to win the Rhue pattern to try it. Lovely moment in your company. Marie
Long episods is never a problem! 😍 Interuptions are more likely to occure, yes. But then I come back to continue later on! Dubble happines ❤❤ Yes Please! A free pattern from CreaBea would be nice!! Rhue colorwork is TOTALLY stunning!! 🤩
I love a long video while I knit in the evening! It’s so much fun to see all your hard work, and that color on you is stunning 😍 someday I would love to knit the lanark by Rebecca.
I love the dropp sweater! I've knit 2 already and it's also a contiguous construction. It's also done almost completely in the round so you'll be able to do helical knitting either way. It's one of my best fitting sweaters! Normally I would say that you could fix the sweater but given the way you were talking about it, I feel like it's going to end up in your flop list even if you fix the sleeves. If you're really not sure, flip a coin and whatever you're hoping for when it's in the air, do that option haha
thank you so much! And yes, i want to make one too !!
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Another great episode! Congrats on your FO's. You almost don't have anything left for Finish It February :D As for the Sonja sweater, it seems like you already are inclined to unravelling and making it into something you would enjoy more, especially now that you prefer more fitted sweaters. On that note, looking up patterns from the 2000's and 2010's (I'm thinking Ysolda Teague's, Kim Hargreaves', Jennifer Wood's or Lily Kate France's patterns, for example), you might find more options of fitted sweaters than today. Also, an even better rabbit hole to dive down are vintage patterns. Almost all have negative ease, but of course they come with the additional challenge of being knitted flat (most could be converted for knitting in the round, I think), mostly bottom-up, and with scarce information in the patterns themselves. But the designs are amazing, especially from the 30's to the 50's. And I would like to participate in the giveaway! I really like the fit of your Rhue, so I probably would like the Rhue sweater Good luck with your future knitting, it's always a pleasure to follow it :)
Love this! I’ve been eyeing Rebecca’s Stick Season Sweater ever since she released that pattern. This one’s beautiful too; she’s such a great designer!
Hi Vanissia, I love watching all your episodes - long or short. I find them full of useful information and inspiration! I have been wanting to knit Corran Cardigan by Rebecca Clow for the upcoming summer 🌞 Hope you are having good week ❤
I had the same problem with one of my sweaters. It wasn't superwash but the sleeves grew several inches. And I've also discovered that I don't care for oversized sweaters on me. But I love the yarn so I'm going to frog the whole sweater, refresh the yarn (new skills to learn!) And try again.
Hi Vanissia, your podcasts are always inspiring regardless of how long or short they are. I really like the Rhue jumper as I've never knitted that construction before. I love how yours turned out. I would probably graft your sleeves on your oversized sweater. Anyway happy knitting 😊
Thanks for your video. Always look forward to hearing and seeing what you’re knitting. My Creabae pattern of choice would be the Tolsta Tee. I’ve been eyeing it for ages. I hope you work out something with ‘Sonya’ that makes you happy. ❤
Another great episode! I totally agree with what you said about finding the fit that you like. You definitely look way more comfortable and confident in the more fitted pieces! I think the same can be applied to colours as well. I always thought I preferred neutrals, but I feel so much more myself in bright spring-like colours. The Sonja sweater looks great with the sleeves folded. It adds another level of detail, which makes the whole piece look more elevated. You could maybe tack them up if they keep falling down. Though if you decide on jumper surgery, the cut-out yarn could be used to give neck the chunkier look you wanted?
Hi Vanissia, I really enjoyed the episode as always. I can’t want to knit the Lauder series when they come out! In terms of patterns that are already out, I think a Tolsta tee would be great going into spring 😊
It is always so interesting hearing you talk about your finished knits, love the reflections on how fun it was to knit etc. I also finished my Sonja sweater a couple of weeks ago and the sleeves are HUGE! I think I'll unravel to make them shorter, hopefully if will work out alright. I really loved yours, hard to see the uneven color spots from a picture so depending on how much it will bother you I would think about unraveling or just shorten the sleeves. So nice of you to have a little giveaway with the pattern! I really liked the Rhue sweater but I looove the Stick Season sweater 😊
oh interesting you felt the same too ! I should have been more careful, but usually i dont have issues with PKs patterns! good luck unraveling if you do ! i love the stick season too !
I love you Rhue sweater! I have knit a couple of Rebecca's patterns. The next one I was thinking of was the Leith cardigan. For spit splicing the Jamieson's, Gudrun Johnston has a great video tutorial. I started using this technique with colorwork and love it.
I really enjoyed listening to you talk about your knitting. I enjoy the longer videos but I will watch whatever you make. I’d love a copy of the Rhue Sweater pattern, I’m probably going to make it eventually I have yarn in a burnt orange and dark gray that I think would work well 😊
The length was fine. I appreciate that you had specific things to say about your knits. I’m in the camp of frogging the Sonja sweater. Even with shorter sleeves the sweater is not special enough for the expensive yarn. Finally- the Dornie sweater would be my choice although I love the one you are testing even more.
Hi Vanissia, as long as you're fine with it I really don't mind long episodes! I love to have something on while knitting, so the longer the podcast, the longer the knitting time;) Your colourwork mittens turned out beautifully and I really hope you can repurpose the yarn of your Sonja Sweater and make something you love🤗 I'd love to own the Tolsta Tee pattern by Rebecca Clow, it's so versatile!
Hi! I would love to knit the Rhue pullover by Creabea. I really enjoy watching your podcast, no matter how long the episode is 😊 I like seeing all your projects!
i miss your podcast, i feel it has been ages since the last one (well actually 3 weeks :D ). Love all your finished projects. can't wait to see the Lauder vest! i'm currently knitting on the Kerr sweater with De rerum natura that i bought during your charity event. would love to knit the Cargill sweater from Rebecca too! and I love to hear you talk about your projects, your thoughts are so interesting. have a good day and happy knitting !
Hi Vanissia, Thanks for the nice podcast! I didn't mind the long video (and even if I wouldn't have had time to finish it in one go, I'd just have paused it), but if it's overwhelming for you please feel free to omit some of your FO's from future podcasts
Vanissia, knit what brings you joy and talk to us about what you want to.
Don't try to change what you do incase someone doesn't want to see it. We subscribe and watch because we like what you do. You don't need to change 😊
thank you for the encouragement !! that is true and important to remember !
Spot on with that comment ❤
Talk as long as you want! I could happily watch a three hour podcast from you every week! I find your thoughtfulness in discussing your knits so enjoyable.
Wow, thank you!
Hi Vanissia. Never a problem with any way you want to approach and talk about your knitting. You are a joy to listen to and learn from. Remember too, if a session was too long for anyone, they can always pause and come back to it. So for me, never too long a podcast from you - so interesting. SO, I would love to win Creabea's Rhue pattern 😝 - and absolutely your single coloured version has inspired me. The fit and colour you have chosen is perfect on you, and I would be looking for a result similar to yours - prob a different yarn as not available here in NZ (as far as I know). So thanks for the inspiration definitely - GREAT fit! and great knit .... one of your best I would say. Well done to Rebecca for her clever design work. 🙏🥰
thank you so much, that was so sweet of you !!
I had to laugh when you said you had 12 FOs, “But nobody wants to hear about all that”. Because my response was, “Yes, yes I DO want to hear about all 12. In great detail”. Your presentation is wonderful, like a conversation with a sweet friend. Every single thing you’re willing to share, I’ll gladly listen for hours. 😊 You amaze me with your techniques, attention to details in patterns, and knowledge of how fibers behave. I’m learning so much from you. Blessings from America. 💜
aww haha, that made me smile !! Thank you so much for taking the time to say !
Do whatever works for you Vanissia. As far as I’m concerned the more projects the better. No one needs to sit down and watch the podcast all in one go of it’s very long.
thanks, that's good to know!
I would do sleeve surgery. I love your honesty. I'd like the Tolsta Tee.
thanks !
For blocking hats, I find balloons work great! You can control how large you blow them up, and once the hat is on, you can set the balloon on top of a large mug or small bowl to hold it up while drying. Love your work- thanks for the videos!
oh yes i want to try that ! now to find some balloons lol
The blue you picked for your Rhue is just lovely 🥰
Aw thank you Kaci, I was hesitating between this and a very dark navy, so I am glad I went for something a bit more special !
I haven’t tried any of Rebecca Clow’s patterns yet. I was so happy when she showcased your Rhue sweater because I am tempted to knit it without colorwork also. I love the shoulder shaping. This was my first time watching your podcast and thoroughly enjoyed it. I especially enjoyed your information on how much sweaters cost. Although I often splurge on expensive yarns I am trying to be more conscious of the cost. Thank you for all the effort you put into your podcast.
aw I'm so glad, thank you! And yes, I feel it's important to keep in mind that the hobby does cost money, and sometimes even cheaper yarns can produce great results, like filcolana for example ! Happy knitting :)
I love the long videos! I watch them in chunks if I can't sit in one go and watch it all, but it's nice to have someone keep me company when I'm knitting - especially because I don't have any local knitting friends! I love your Rhua too - the construction is new to me and sounds so interesting - I'd love to win the pattern!
thank you!
I second all of the comments that your podcasts are such a pleasure to watch. I know you may not feel like you're speaking eloquently, but I love the way you speak about your knits. I also love to hear about anything that you want to talk about. I prefer longer videos, it's more knitting time! But keep yourself in mind. If talking about everything stresses you, don't do it. But if you're worried viewers will dislike going through all of your knits, ignore them! It's your channel. I subscribe for your personality just as much for the knitting. Wishing you well!
thank you for saying, that's all super kind !!
Your podcasts help my boring office work day go a little faster! I love the down to earth comments and choices you make.
Glad you like them!
I like having all the items shown as you finish them, like this! Knitting podcasts are something I put on to have something to listen to while I'm knitting, and I often don't finish them all in one go. I just leave the tab open and come back to it when I have more time to knit. I like seeing all of the things you make and hearing you talk about them, so for me a longer video is a bonus. At the same time, if recording long podcast episodes is a burden to you, I don't think my entertainment is worth your misery.
thanks for the feedback! that's also how i watch podcasts actually!
I love to hear whatever you have to share and long podcasts can always be paused - you should do what is comfortable for you so that you're still enjoying it and not getting burnt out or overwhelmed! Also- I am with you on wanting more winter for a bit longer. It's warmed up here the last couple weeks and I wasn't done with "cozy season"! Finally - it's so kind of you to share your gift from Rebecca. I've had my eye on her Corran cardigan for ages since I saw Martina from We Grow Wild wearing hers a lot and loving it.
thank you so much !
So generous of you to offer up your free pattern! I’d love to make the alder sweater 😊
In terms of the Sonja, I think I’d probably unravel. The yarn is too nice and special to be in a project that you aren’t happy with. Better to reclaim it and make something you’ll love!
ohhh yes, i love mine! And yeah i feel if i were to unravel an entire sweater, that one would be worth it !
Hi Vanissia, thank you so much for this video. Please carry on posting about everything you are knitting/ have knitted between your RUclips videos (I don’t mind 2 hours videos 😅). You are so eclectic and skilled!
thank you aha, I will try!
I love seeing all your items and we can always watch in more than one sitting if it feels 'too long'. That said if it is stressful for you to cover so many I think you should mind what is good for you. Love watching you whatever you decide to share. :)
thank you very much :D
I know you've talked about being mindful of not repeating your color choices with sweaters, but both of those blue sweaters just suit you so well! Regarding podcast length, just make the kind of content you want to see. We all have knitting to do; we'll find time to watch a full two hours if that's how much time it takes to go through everything. If you take that full time to talk about two garments and do it meaningfully, people will still like it :)
thanks! And i meant more like buying the exact same yarn in the same colourway, i wouldnt mind doing more sweaters in those shades of blue from different brands !
I love your podcasts and learn from all the details you talk about. It is important for me to hear all about the yarn, the patterns and the experiences. Thank you so much for the work and your time. Greetings from Germany, Maria ❤
thank you, you're so sweet Maria !
Nice to see the Rhue in one color. The saddle shoulder and the fit look really nice.
thank you, i think so too!
Hey Vanissia! Absolutely love the Rhue Sweater on you. Love love love the color. I think you look so nice in blue! I agree with you on the "baggy trend" I like to wear baggy comfy clothes at home but when I go out I prefer a classier, fitter outfit rather than a baggy one. Also I love how long your videos are. I prefer longer videos because that way I don't have to stop every 20 minutes to look for another video to watch while I'm knitting. So, I actually enjoy the length of your videos and how much more detailed you are when talking about each project :) However, you should focus on what you want to talk about and for how long. It's your channel. You can organize it however you like. We'll be here to watch and listen and knit along with you :) I would love to win the Creabea's Alder sweater! Thank you for doing the giveaway!
thank you, i also prefer longer videos !! And yeah, i like having classier outfits sometimes to feel like my best self !
I like that you're experimenting and learning and reflecting. It's good to hear that on a podcast. Stuff is looking great. In terms of podcasts, I usually never show everything I'm working on or have worked on per episode. That way if I have a slow week or weeks I can fill it with those OR, I just film two with slightly different focuses and have content built up.
thank you! glad it's nice to watch that kind of podcast !
Thank you Vanissia for another delightful episode. The sweater you were wearing is beautiful on you, I have to confess that I’m very fond of saddle shoulder as well, the fit is so good. If I would against all odds be selected for the pattern give away, I wish for that exact pattern. I also want to thank you for the excellent tutorial on the crochet slip stitch neck finish, I just did one and I looked around for a good tutorial but that was before you published yours. It was hard to find and I’m glad you made a good one, it gives a beautiful result and this will be my go to from now on.
I have said it before and say it again, you are a natural born teacher and motivator.🥰
thank you!! This is so so kind of you to say !
To me your content is all worth listening to and I'm learning a lot, so no worries about that.
I love your Rhue sweater...what a gorgeous colour and silhouette it is. Also I agree with you about the influence of trends versus choosing what suits you best.
You get a lot of knitting done.
thank you, that's very kind !
I love seeing and hearing you talk about all the FOs! Definitely not too long for me!,
thanks!
I really enjoy your longer episodes. I would love to knit the Rhue sweater. It fits you really well and I like the look of the shoulder construction.
Thank you so much!
Your single colour Rhue was the one that made me buy the pattern. 😊
aw tha's the nicest compliment!
Hi Vanissia, long podcasts are great when I have a project that I have to look at my hands for. I can take a look when you show something interesting while listening when you are discussing it to concentrate on my work. Sort of background noise but still the information sinks in subconsciously. Your single colour Rhue sweater and your description of the shoulder construction helped make up my mind if I wanted to buy the pattern or not. So it's a two for one pattern!
thanks and yes, definitely how i watch my podcasts too ! And i am so flattered aha !
Thanks for sharing all your makes. i'd love to make one of Rebecca's patterns she has so many beautiful patterns. I think the Alder Sweater is first on my list!
Another great podcast, lots of pretty fos! I actually have a store bought sweater i bought when I was a brand new knitter and the sleeves are way too long, I knew at the time that someday I would have the skills to modify it! That’s the beauty of knitting, if it doesn’t work, you can fix it or frog it 🐸 I really like Rebecca’s Corran Cardigan, it’s awesome that it comes with instructions for a round and a v neck.
I have the Corran Cardigan in my favourites list so that's the one I'd choose. Love your way of podcasting, please don't change xx
thank you Lynn! x
Love your podcast as usual, and your Rhue sweater is really stunning! Also you make me really wanna knit a Marie Wallin pattern.
I could be wrong (feel free to correct me!) but I think the reason why your beret is floppy might be the alpaca content (especially you hold double alpaca,) not necessarily the yarn weight - for example if you hold a shetland and a mohair it could give more structure
you should !
And yeah i agree with you ! Will definitely try other fibers in future berets !
Well done with finishing so many WIP's! And your Mum is so lucky to have all those lovely knits to take home with her x
thank you! And yes, it feels really nice being able to give them to her x
Love your podcast and how creative you are in trying various things like lives, zoom groups and of course, normal podcasts. The tolsta tee would be the Rebecca Clow pattern I would love to knit. All of her patterns are so good.
aw thank you, that means a lot!
I love your Rhue sweater; the fit is perfect as well as the color and the yarn has a nice shine. I always look forward to your podcast. I would love to have the Rhue sweater pattern.
Thank you so much!
I think you should do your videos the way it feels natural to you - how we watch them is up to us. I love the time you spend being thoughtful about the how's and why's of your knitting. It feels like sitting chatting with a friend and that is meaningful and time well spent.
Oh thank you!
Wonderful video! You do you - I cherish the little things - yarn choice, costs and your annual goals!
Thank you so much!
Im so glad you’re knitting more colorful items. They really complement your complexion and hair color. I would definitely do sleeve surgery on your sweater. I had a similar problem with my champagne sweater and after re- knitting the sleeves I now love it
thanks, ive been having a lot of fun with colours !! And yeah i remember the champagne being v oversized!
Sure enjoy all your podcasts! Keep up the good work! Your attention to detail is inspiring. I would love to try the Rhue Sweater as I’ve been wanting to try some colorwork. Thank you for keeping us entertained with your lovely knits. ❤
Thank you so much!
Loved all your penny gloves Great scrap user. I bought the pattern and have to make some as gifts. Also love your final choice yarn for the test knit cabled vest. It is going to look great.
it's such a good gift knit!
Hey there!
I really like the way you find the balance between beeing honest about your knits and not beeing too negative, so refreshing!
I would really love to have the tolsta tee pattern, perfectly for the upcoming spring!
oh thanks, that's always the goal so im glad it comes across !
Definitely enjoyed seeing all your projects, well done for getting through them all! I'd love to have a go at knitting the stick season sweater.
haha thank you!!
Thank you for your generosity, Vanissia! I would love to try Rebecca Clow's Lanark Sweater!
Also, you mentioned one of your sweaters grew a lot after blocking even though it was not superwash - the same thing happened with one of mine! I had used Valley Yarns Northampton, which is so squishy and soft, I was enjoying the knit a lot. Both garments I made with it ended up growing too much... So much so that I ended up frogging one completely, and the other accidentally felted a bit in the wash but in the end it was for the best. Don't be afraid of frogging so you make the most out of that expensive yarn!
And I don't mind at all seeing so many projects and having a longer video from you. It's a treat!
very interesting ! I am leaning towards frogging, definitely !
I love that blue colour and it looks gorgeous on you. The Rhue sweater would be my pattern of choice as well. Thank you for showing us your version.
Definitely unravel your sweater and make something that fits you better…you’ll never regret it. I once unravelled a sweater 3 times! to get a better fit.
thank you, and wow, 3 times is impressive !
Such a good episode! You have been busy! I’m sorry to hear your Sonja didn’t work out the way you wanted it. It might be worth wearing it with the sleeves rolled a few times to see how you like it. Just because it is the least drastic of your options. And then if you still don’t love it, unsurprisingly, I’d say frog it and make the Dropp! I love mine! I wear it all the time and the construction made it really fun to knit.
thanks Aude ! And I think a Dropp is looking veeery likely !
Great episode! As always inspiring! I think you should make episodes the way you want to. What ever brings you joy! Your Rhue sweater is beautiful. I would love to knit one sometime this year. Have a wonderful week, Vanissia!
thank you so much Anne!
So much good advice from our fellow knitters on how to manage the Sonja. I expect you'll find the solution that makes the most sense for ‘you’ and we, your knitting buddies, will be cheering you on with whatever you do. Tolsta tee is in my future knits Thanks for sharing the ‘Creabea love’.
thanks, haha, very motivating !
I loved this podcast! seeing all your projects and thoughts on each item feels so relaxing. personally I don't mind the difference between a 1 hour podcast or 2 hour or even longer. I watch throughout the day and find time to use podcasts to knit along to. Also your sweaters turned out so beautiful!
good to know, thanks!
I like long videos. I did watch this in 2 chunks but I enjoyed it. That cowl and gloves makes me sad that I hate colourwork. They are beautiful ❤
you should give them another go ! so rewarding !
Hi vanissia. I’m not sure if this will be a helpful response but do whatever makes YOU happy. I always watch all your videos because you seem so genuine and honest. If something makes you stressed or overwhelmed just change it. I’m certainly in awe of all you made. I genuinely learn a lot from your videos because of the detail you go into as well. ❤
Thank you so much! that helps :D
Loved your podcast especially all of your knitting. The Rhue sweater from Creabae would be great. Loved it on you too.
thank you!
I recently discovered the Creabea podcast and love her patterns. I really appreciate seeing the Rhue in single colour as I too am looking for a good fit for a future sweater and this one looks great! I am definitely interested in getting this pattern as well as the Tolsta Tee pattern. Love your podcast and think you should do whatever feels best for you.
thank you :)
Hi Vanissia! Such a thoughtful and honest episode, as always. First off, please continue to show us all of your FO’s . It is always fun and inspiring to see accessories and other smaller projects along with garments, and these can be quicker knits too meaning lots of FO’s! And good for you for sticking with your goals at the same time. Regarding the Sonja, my personal vote is to wear with sleeves rolled up and/or go with the sweater surgery, because when you described what unraveling it would entailI I could feel my panic rising LOL!!! But I know you will make the best decision for you and that very special yarn. And with the Seela, it is always nice to have an oversized comfy sweater that you can throw on while working or relaxing from home. Your family will love those beautiful gifts! And thank for offering one of Rebecca’s patterns, I would love the Stick Season. Happy Anniversary to you and Ross.
thank you ! I will frog it in the end aha, even if i am dreading it and leavign that for future me !!
Loved this episode just the same as all your episodes! You provide so many great insights and thoughtful topics to consider, and your taste aligns with mine so I always find you interesting to listen to and watch. Congratulations on finishing so many WIPs! It's such a great feeling, hey? Thank you for a terrific episode!
Wow, thank you! so glad you enjoyed it!
Hi Vanissia - Another enjoyable podcast. I enjoy seeing all the projects you are working on and your honesty about the process of knitting them. I personally enjoy an hour long podcast as I can knit for a longer time. Rebecca has great patterns - excited to see your Lauder vest come to life. I have a couple of patterns in my library of Rebecca's but would also like the Daft Days Cardigan.
Thank you so much! really enjoying the lauder so far!
Your Rhue in that yarn is stunning! I like the stick season sweater too. Thanks for a great podcast today!
Thank you so much!
Love your podcasts! You are very generous. I want to knot the Dornie sweater, love cables!!
Entered!
I say show and talk about all of it. I learn so much from both the failures and the successes of the patterns and the yarns. I look forward to your podcasts and always feel I've learned something new. It would be lovely to win the Rhue pattern by Rebecca Clow. Hope you have a very nice visit with your family.
thank you, i am flattered !
Very cute job on Audrey. I'm with you on oversized sweaters. I think women who are tall and have broad shoulders or a large bustline look fine in oversized items. If you're small, it looks like you didn't know how to make it in your size. I've frogged three sweaters completely after blocking because I wasn't happy with the fit. Reknitting them just gave me more knitting time and practice, although the one with a strand of sock yarn with a strand of alpaca was a pain to pull out twice! Your blue Rhue sweater is lovely on you!
I always admire your honesty in your episodes. I think knitting less and more complex projects is you evolving as a knitter. I would definitely unravel the Sonja although I think it be quite a challenge to do this. It's the most sensible option if you want to get to enjoy the beautiful yarn. I really like the Daft Days cardigan by Rebecca.
thank you! and yes, i agree !
I love your podcast and could listen to you for hours while knitting 😅 I can totally understand that planing, filming and editing those "marathon podcasts" are time consuming and exhausting. So do it in your pace, I will be watching anyways.❤
I'd love to knit a stick season sweater for my husband (and maybe one for myself)
thanks for understanding !! And yes, seems like a good one to be matching !
Very kind of you to share a pattern. I would like to knit the Tolsta tee.
Interesting to hear you are giving more thought to what you actually knit, being more conscious of your knitting choices. It's so easy to get swept up in the latest pattern craze.
yes it really is, isnt it!
I liked the longer video and am always happy to stop and restart. I love Rebecca’s patterns. I would love the stick season sweater.
thanks, seems to be the consensus aha !
Great episode and I love your blue Rhue Sweater. The fit is perfect and the colour suits you. I would really like to knit the Rhue sweater, but I love all of Rebecca`s patterns.
thank you!!
Thanks for another great video :) The plain Rhue sweater looks amazing; the color is just lovely and the construction is so cool! I've been wanting to try out the Rebecca Clow's Tolsta Tee, I feel like it would be the perfect summer top.
Thanks so much! 😊
Hi vanissia, thanks for all your informative videos. I live your blue sweater.
Oh thank you!
Hey Vanissia, I wanted to tell you that I found your podcast like 8 days ago and I have binged all your episodes. You’ve inspired me (as a crocheter) to pick up knitting. I’ve done some before but now I really want to get into it! I love your videos so much!
Have a great day I can’t wait for the next video!
awww i am so glad !! Thank you for taking the time to say :D
I will like to knit The Rhue sweater, in a solid color. It is beautiful on you. Your explanation of the construction of the shoulder and arms it’s very useful. Thank you.
i am glad :)
I love your diskussions about fit and I like that you are open and shows everyting.
I would lov to make the Ruhe swater…in two colors 🤭
thanks!
Hi Vanissia, do what brings you joy, you are an amazing knitter. Love from Shetland ❤❤❤
thank you, that's so sweet ! I love shetland !!
You’ve inspired me to make this without colour work! lol. And I just finished the Sticks for one of my sons. It’s a great pattern - turned out lovely. Highly recommend.
That is awesome!
Thanks for the update - congrats on your finishes! I'd love to have a go at the Tolsta tee from the Creabea 😊
thanks!
This was another wonderful episode. I would love to knit the Rhue sweater. Yours is lovely.
thank you !
Hi Vanissia, I am watching you from Paris before going to work! I like the fit of the shoulder construction on you and would love to win the Rhue pattern to try it. Lovely moment in your company. Marie
aw thank you marie, have a good day!
Long episods is never a problem! 😍 Interuptions are more likely to occure, yes. But then I come back to continue later on! Dubble happines ❤❤
Yes Please! A free pattern from CreaBea would be nice!! Rhue colorwork is TOTALLY stunning!! 🤩
aww that's so kind!
Thanks for being so generous. I would love to knit the Cargill Sweater. ❤
i love it!
I love a long video while I knit in the evening! It’s so much fun to see all your hard work, and that color on you is stunning 😍 someday I would love to knit the lanark by Rebecca.
aww thank you !!
I love the dropp sweater! I've knit 2 already and it's also a contiguous construction. It's also done almost completely in the round so you'll be able to do helical knitting either way. It's one of my best fitting sweaters!
Normally I would say that you could fix the sweater but given the way you were talking about it, I feel like it's going to end up in your flop list even if you fix the sleeves.
If you're really not sure, flip a coin and whatever you're hoping for when it's in the air, do that option haha
ahh perfect, just what i want to hear ! And yes ahaha, the big danger of a flop!
Absolutely love your episodes no matter how you do them! I would love to knit the daft days cardigan from the creabea
Thank you so much!
The Rhue sweater from Rebecca looks really interesting. I have been thinking about making one. Enjoyed your podcast.
thank you! You should make one :D
Thank you for yet a lovely episode. I would love to have the Tolsta Tee pattern, thank you. Wish you good knitting!
Thank you! You too!
Really enjoy watching & listening to you. I can’t wait for the lauder pattern but would love the stick seasons pattern
thank you so much! And yes, i want to make one too !!
Another great episode! Congrats on your FO's. You almost don't have anything left for Finish It February :D
As for the Sonja sweater, it seems like you already are inclined to unravelling and making it into something you would enjoy more, especially now that you prefer more fitted sweaters.
On that note, looking up patterns from the 2000's and 2010's (I'm thinking Ysolda Teague's, Kim Hargreaves', Jennifer Wood's or Lily Kate France's patterns, for example), you might find more options of fitted sweaters than today. Also, an even better rabbit hole to dive down are vintage patterns. Almost all have negative ease, but of course they come with the additional challenge of being knitted flat (most could be converted for knitting in the round, I think), mostly bottom-up, and with scarce information in the patterns themselves. But the designs are amazing, especially from the 30's to the 50's.
And I would like to participate in the giveaway! I really like the fit of your Rhue, so I probably would like the Rhue sweater
Good luck with your future knitting, it's always a pleasure to follow it :)
thanks for the recommendations, those are really great designers !!
Love this! I’ve been eyeing Rebecca’s Stick Season Sweater ever since she released that pattern. This one’s beautiful too; she’s such a great designer!
It's so good!
Hi Vanissia, I love watching all your episodes - long or short. I find them full of useful information and inspiration! I have been wanting to knit Corran Cardigan by Rebecca Clow for the upcoming summer 🌞 Hope you are having good week ❤
thank you, that's so sweet ! You too !
@@thewoollyworker Thank you 🥰
I had the same problem with one of my sweaters. It wasn't superwash but the sleeves grew several inches. And I've also discovered that I don't care for oversized sweaters on me. But I love the yarn so I'm going to frog the whole sweater, refresh the yarn (new skills to learn!) And try again.
interesting ! And that's good, i probably will do that too !
Hi Vanissia, your podcasts are always inspiring regardless of how long or short they are. I really like the Rhue jumper as I've never knitted that construction before. I love how yours turned out. I would probably graft your sleeves on your oversized sweater. Anyway happy knitting 😊
Oh thank you!
Thanks for your video. Always look forward to hearing and seeing what you’re knitting.
My Creabae pattern of choice would be the Tolsta Tee. I’ve been eyeing it for ages.
I hope you work out something with ‘Sonya’ that makes you happy. ❤
thanks :D
Another great episode! I totally agree with what you said about finding the fit that you like. You definitely look way more comfortable and confident in the more fitted pieces!
I think the same can be applied to colours as well. I always thought I preferred neutrals, but I feel so much more myself in bright spring-like colours.
The Sonja sweater looks great with the sleeves folded. It adds another level of detail, which makes the whole piece look more elevated. You could maybe tack them up if they keep falling down.
Though if you decide on jumper surgery, the cut-out yarn could be used to give neck the chunkier look you wanted?
i love the reds and pinks on you !
Hi Vanissia, I really enjoyed the episode as always. I can’t want to knit the Lauder series when they come out! In terms of patterns that are already out, I think a Tolsta tee would be great going into spring 😊
thank you :D
Vanissia you are such a joy to watch. I will rip the Sonja Sweater.Love to knit 🧶 the Stick Season Sweater.🩷
thank you!!
It is always so interesting hearing you talk about your finished knits, love the reflections on how fun it was to knit etc. I also finished my Sonja sweater a couple of weeks ago and the sleeves are HUGE! I think I'll unravel to make them shorter, hopefully if will work out alright. I really loved yours, hard to see the uneven color spots from a picture so depending on how much it will bother you I would think about unraveling or just shorten the sleeves.
So nice of you to have a little giveaway with the pattern! I really liked the Rhue sweater but I looove the Stick Season sweater 😊
oh interesting you felt the same too ! I should have been more careful, but usually i dont have issues with PKs patterns! good luck unraveling if you do !
i love the stick season too !
That's so generous! I would love the daft days cardigan if I am the lucky one!
I love you Rhue sweater! I have knit a couple of Rebecca's patterns. The next one I was thinking of was the Leith cardigan. For spit splicing the Jamieson's, Gudrun Johnston has a great video tutorial. I started using this technique with colorwork and love it.
thanks, will check that out !!
I really enjoyed listening to you talk about your knitting. I enjoy the longer videos but I will watch whatever you make.
I’d love a copy of the Rhue Sweater pattern, I’m probably going to make it eventually I have yarn in a burnt orange and dark gray that I think would work well 😊
that's so sweet !
The length was fine. I appreciate that you had specific things to say about your knits. I’m in the camp of frogging the Sonja sweater. Even with shorter sleeves the sweater is not special enough for the expensive yarn.
Finally- the Dornie sweater would be my choice although I love the one you are testing even more.
good point, it'd be better for something just a tad more special!
Hi Vanissia, as long as you're fine with it I really don't mind long episodes! I love to have something on while knitting, so the longer the podcast, the longer the knitting time;) Your colourwork mittens turned out beautifully and I really hope you can repurpose the yarn of your Sonja Sweater and make something you love🤗
I'd love to own the Tolsta Tee pattern by Rebecca Clow, it's so versatile!
thank you, that's really lovely!
Hi! I would love to knit the Rhue pullover by Creabea. I really enjoy watching your podcast, no matter how long the episode is 😊 I like seeing all your projects!
thank you very much!
i miss your podcast, i feel it has been ages since the last one (well actually 3 weeks :D ). Love all your finished projects. can't wait to see the Lauder vest! i'm currently knitting on the Kerr sweater with De rerum natura that i bought during your charity event. would love to knit the Cargill sweater from Rebecca too!
and I love to hear you talk about your projects, your thoughts are so interesting.
have a good day and happy knitting !
thanks manon, and yes it felt like ages for me too !! And that's so fun, hope you enjoy your Kerr !
Hi Vanissia, Thanks for the nice podcast! I didn't mind the long video (and even if I wouldn't have had time to finish it in one go, I'd just have paused it), but if it's overwhelming for you please feel free to omit some of your FO's from future podcasts
thank you, i will frog it i've decided ! i will probably omit FO's in the next video to keep it calmer for myself haha !