hi courtney - so sorry for the slow reply, and so sorry as well for your loss. it is such a strange thing to go through, and it's so nice to know there are people who relate!
Such a great year of knitting, with such good variety. Absolutely love the first sweater you showed with the waves, it looks like a perfect yarn choice for the pattern
Thanks for sharing all your insights and trying everything on! I really like all the knitting choices you made. Yes, as we keep learning along the way, I feel it is definitely worth taking the time to redo / rework pieces so we customize and love them even more. I'm looking forward to watching your podcasts and your journey over 2023. I especially love that you want to knit more thoughtfully, I'm in that space too. I've started knitting more complex long patterns and also more fingering weight things so I get to enjoy the process longer. Cheers for now :)
thank you, diana! i'm so glad you like the podcast, and i'm glad to hear there are so many other knitters in a similar headspace. i'm excited to keep sharing this year!
I think that first vest you tried on looks super cute on you! And the B&L cardigan is an absolute inspiration. It's such a classic looking garment but the small details really make us appealing. That tapered neckband, especially! And the colorway you chose.
Hi Claire. Your knits are fantastic! I wish I was that prolific in my knitting and sewing. I'm working on a DK cotton tee shirt sweater now and of course, rethinking my choice in yarn....I'm sorry that you lost your father. I hope the memories of him will give you peace and joy. Take care.
I so appreciate you! I've watched you from the beginning and you have certainly grown in podcasting skills. You are so introspective and it's fun to hear you banter with yourself.
thank you so much, again, denise! i'm so glad you like it and have been here with me this whole time! i definitely feel like i have grown into it over the last year!
wowza that daily slip pullover fits you so well and looks amazing on! I'm not even a v-neck person but this makes me want to knit one :') I think adding length would definitely be worth it!
I absolutely love everything you make. I’ve been watching you since you started and am so happy when I see you uploaded a new video. I love your style and your sincerity. You’re truly a sweet person and my wish for you is to find peace and contentment and you will. ❤
thank you for another lovely video! so enjoyed your thoughts on knitting speed // why it makes sense as a craft to turn to when burnt-out or low energy - will definitely be mulling that over re: my own knitting. I'm sat here working on my Marit (almost finished the first body repeat!) which is really making me re-negotiate the speed i expect myself to finish a garment !
I’m so glad that you like doing these shows and look forward to seeing what you’ll make ahead whether it’s knitting sewing or any of your projects that you’d want to share… ty 😊👏🏼
Hi Claire, I totally love all your knits! I'm currently knitting a Tonn sweater myself but I'm doing the open waves option. Yours is looking so cute on you and your colour combination looks very classy. I might be tempted to knit it again and choose the dense waves with the colour choice you made. Your thoughts on all the details of the final objects are very interesting. My dad passed away in 2014 and it took me three years until it got better. Don't put yourself under pressure. It takes as long as it needs but of course it is a challenging time. Knitting is one of your super powers and having found that space is priceless. Sending you lots of love from Bavaria, Germany!
hi eva, thank you for your kind words. grief is so much more complicated than we realise until we're in the thick of it! it is nice to know that will eventually get better! i'm so glad you're knitting the tonn - it's such a lovely pattern. i would love to knit the open waves option as well!
Hi Claire, thanks for the video I really enjoy watching your channel and your knits are always an inspiration! I completely relate to what you’re saying at the end. Knitting is also for me a space I « hide in » when I want to do something mindless to let go of some of the daily anxiety. And I think that’s ok. None of us knows how we will feel next week, and when we need we can just embrace doing what we’re told by a pattern if that’s what our mental health needs in the moment 😊.
hi claire! thank you for your comment - i'm glad you feel this way too! it is always nice to know that the things i'm thinking about resonate with other people too. thanks so much for watching, i'm so glad you like my channel!!
I love your Bonnie Cardigan. Great fit and I'm also a fan of Briggs and Little. I have cast on the Simple Beanie by SweaterFreak out of Briggs and Little Regal while watching you. I'm usually a sweater knitter so hoping this hat turns out.
Your knitting is so gorgeous. I have found that since I discovered knitting I draw and make less art because it is easier to follow a pattern than to come up with my own ideas. I love knitting but would like to be more creative with mine this year. Thank you for sharing!
i totally get that, it is so easy to default to knitting! i am also hoping to be a little more creative within my knitting too. thanks so much for watching and commenting!
That was a lovely bunch of knitting you made. Those leather mittens are a great idea with a liner. Do you remember the brand of yours? They look perfect for me.
I love the daily pullover on you! The neckline, size and shape is perfect on you. Why don’t you add a little length and a split hem? You so look like a Doc Martens Mary Jane girl. Lovely podcast. I wish you some peace and renewed energy for 2023. I look forward to watching you some more 🙂 oh I’m knitting the Eclair sweater by Karin Fernandes and the Fanel cardigan by Orlane Sucche
thank you, that's so sweet of you to say! i am definitely going to add some more length, though the split hem is a good idea too. such lovely projects, i love the shape of the fanel cardigan!
I think you've made some really gorgeous and practical knits. IMO, you really should wear the Daily Pullover because it looks better on you than on just about anyone else (and I've scrutinized the photos, because I'm insane when it comes to fit and I've made it too). I really didn't love that pattern - found its drafting suspect (though not on you!). FWIW, I don't think that yours is too short - it's actually a lovely length and I say that as a person who tends to like longer fit. Def rip it back to lengthen, even though it's gonna mean pulling out the sewn bind off. I'm not a fan of tubular bind offs (takes forever, the look doesn't thrill) but I've certainly ripped them back often enough to know that it's worth it if you will wear the garment when it's longer. Just do a regular bind off next time, till you're sure you're going to be happy with the new length.
thank you, kristin! i love doing a sewn bind off for the look and process, but you can't even see it in this black yarn anyways, haha. you're all inspiring me to rip it back, which is great! thanks for watching :)
Hi, what is the name of the yellow pullover you're wearing at the start of this podcast? I know you talked about it in another episode, but I couldn't find it. Thank you!
Merci d’avoir redressé la tête du sapin, ça me gênait ! 😊 Je suis admirative de la qualité de votre travail, vos ouvrages vous vont parfaitement. Et oui, le tricot permet de détricoter les noeuds de la tête… un endroit où se réfugier.😊
@@purlwise.knitting But you keep saying "they are too short". Why don't you add an extra gauge length of 4 inches, to the body of the patterns, before you rib?
@@chesun4579 sometimes it's hard to know how cropped you want a sweater to be until you've worn it for a while! i've gone back and lengthened my daily pullover since i made this video. don't worry about me, i know what i'm doing!
@@purlwise.knitting Sorry. You keep saying they were too short. After the first one, I would have measured my desired length or ultimate reach and knit within that range based on the type of yarn and if the yarn is known for draping or if it tends to shrink. C'est moi. C'est pas grave!
Thanks for sharing your grief even tho it’s hard. I lost my lil sis in 2018. I find it so comforting knowing about more people who are grieving
hi courtney - so sorry for the slow reply, and so sorry as well for your loss. it is such a strange thing to go through, and it's so nice to know there are people who relate!
Such a great year of knitting, with such good variety. Absolutely love the first sweater you showed with the waves, it looks like a perfect yarn choice for the pattern
thank you anna!!
This is the first video I've seen of yours and you are so adorable and fun to watch!
Thanks for sharing all your insights and trying everything on! I really like all the knitting choices you made. Yes, as we keep learning along the way, I feel it is definitely worth taking the time to redo / rework pieces so we customize and love them even more.
I'm looking forward to watching your podcasts and your journey over 2023. I especially love that you want to knit more thoughtfully, I'm in that space too. I've started knitting more complex long patterns and also more fingering weight things so I get to enjoy the process longer.
Cheers for now :)
thank you, diana! i'm so glad you like the podcast, and i'm glad to hear there are so many other knitters in a similar headspace. i'm excited to keep sharing this year!
Love your theme tune, it’s giving me Mouldy Peaches vibes 🥰
thank you! my friend amery made it, she's amazing!
Hi fellow Montrealer! Loved watching this!
hello hello!! so glad you liked it, i hope you stayed nice and warm this weekend!
I loved seeing your year in review! Your makes are beautiful and look beautiful on you ♥️ Thank You for sharing x
thank you so much for watching, and for leaving such a lovely comment! i really appreciate it!
I think that first vest you tried on looks super cute on you! And the B&L cardigan is an absolute inspiration. It's such a classic looking garment but the small details really make us appealing. That tapered neckband, especially! And the colorway you chose.
thank you!! it's such a great pattern, i really recommend it!
Enjoy watching your videos. Keep up the great knitting:)
thank you deborah! thanks for watching!
Hi Claire. Your knits are fantastic! I wish I was that prolific in my knitting and sewing. I'm working on a DK cotton tee shirt sweater now and of course, rethinking my choice in yarn....I'm sorry that you lost your father. I hope the memories of him will give you peace and joy. Take care.
thank you sue! i haven't knit very much in cotton, but it seems so practical. thanks for your lovely words
I so appreciate you! I've watched you from the beginning and you have certainly grown in podcasting skills. You are so introspective and it's fun to hear you banter with yourself.
thank you so much, again, denise! i'm so glad you like it and have been here with me this whole time! i definitely feel like i have grown into it over the last year!
wowza that daily slip pullover fits you so well and looks amazing on! I'm not even a v-neck person but this makes me want to knit one :') I think adding length would definitely be worth it!
thanks abbey! it's a nice pattern - i've already added the length and have no regrets!
The gingham raglan looks amazing! Congratulations on all the beautiful knits 🧶
thanks so much rachelle!
Hi, i just wanted to say thanks for uploading. I'm very ill and watching your videos helps to take my mind off it ❤️ hope you have a nice day!
oh, i'm so glad! and i hope you feel better soon! thanks rosalie
Just found you and really enjoyed this episode. You are such a beautiful knitter. You've inspired me to try out that Albiona beret. Thank you ❤
i'm so glad you liked it! i hope you enjoy the wave run beret, all her patterns are wonderful!! thanks for watching :)
I absolutely love everything you make. I’ve been watching you since you started and am so happy when I see you uploaded a new video. I love your style and your sincerity. You’re truly a sweet person and my wish for you is to find peace and contentment and you will. ❤
thank you tina! this warmed my heart!
thank you for another lovely video! so enjoyed your thoughts on knitting speed // why it makes sense as a craft to turn to when burnt-out or low energy - will definitely be mulling that over re: my own knitting.
I'm sat here working on my Marit (almost finished the first body repeat!) which is really making me re-negotiate the speed i expect myself to finish a garment !
i'm so glad it resonated! and i can't wait to see your marit!!
I am planning on knitting the Purl Soho sweater n the same color! I love Purl Soho linen quill.
it's such lovely yarn!! i'm glad we will have matching sweaters :)
I’m so glad that you like doing these shows and look forward to seeing what you’ll make ahead whether it’s knitting sewing or any of your projects that you’d want to share… ty 😊👏🏼
thanks so much, judy!
Hi Claire, I totally love all your knits! I'm currently knitting a Tonn sweater myself but I'm doing the open waves option. Yours is looking so cute on you and your colour combination looks very classy. I might be tempted to knit it again and choose the dense waves with the colour choice you made. Your thoughts on all the details of the final objects are very interesting.
My dad passed away in 2014 and it took me three years until it got better. Don't put yourself under pressure. It takes as long as it needs but of course it is a challenging time. Knitting is one of your super powers and having found that space is priceless. Sending you lots of love from Bavaria, Germany!
hi eva, thank you for your kind words. grief is so much more complicated than we realise until we're in the thick of it! it is nice to know that will eventually get better! i'm so glad you're knitting the tonn - it's such a lovely pattern. i would love to knit the open waves option as well!
Hi Claire, thanks for the video I really enjoy watching your channel and your knits are always an inspiration! I completely relate to what you’re saying at the end. Knitting is also for me a space I « hide in » when I want to do something mindless to let go of some of the daily anxiety. And I think that’s ok. None of us knows how we will feel next week, and when we need we can just embrace doing what we’re told by a pattern if that’s what our mental health needs in the moment 😊.
hi claire! thank you for your comment - i'm glad you feel this way too! it is always nice to know that the things i'm thinking about resonate with other people too. thanks so much for watching, i'm so glad you like my channel!!
Your knitting is so gorgeous 😁
thank you anine!
I love your Bonnie Cardigan. Great fit and I'm also a fan of Briggs and Little. I have cast on the Simple Beanie by SweaterFreak out of Briggs and Little Regal while watching you. I'm usually a sweater knitter so hoping this hat turns out.
thank you cassie! i'm sure a briggs & little beanie will be so lovely!
Great video, love all your knits!
thank you, june!
Wow! That first sweater is so pretty, I really love the colours ✨ and I love the all year christmas tree idea haha 🎄
thank you!! it's been a bit controversial but i think the tree is a great idea hahaha
Your knitting is so gorgeous. I have found that since I discovered knitting I draw and make less art because it is easier to follow a pattern than to come up with my own ideas. I love knitting but would like to be more creative with mine this year. Thank you for sharing!
i totally get that, it is so easy to default to knitting! i am also hoping to be a little more creative within my knitting too. thanks so much for watching and commenting!
In the beret I'd tilt it to side as the French wear them. Very pretty
oops sorry marian, something went wrong when i replied to you! i think you're right - i should try it more to the side!
That was a lovely bunch of knitting you made. Those leather mittens are a great idea with a liner. Do you remember the brand of yours? They look perfect for me.
thank you ann! the leather mittens were from simon's many many years ago, but it looks like they have some very similar things now!
@@purlwise.knitting Thanks!
I love the daily pullover on you! The neckline, size and shape is perfect on you. Why don’t you add a little length and a split hem? You so look like a Doc Martens Mary Jane girl. Lovely podcast. I wish you some peace and renewed energy for 2023. I look forward to watching you some more 🙂 oh I’m knitting the Eclair sweater by Karin Fernandes and the Fanel cardigan by Orlane Sucche
thank you, that's so sweet of you to say! i am definitely going to add some more length, though the split hem is a good idea too. such lovely projects, i love the shape of the fanel cardigan!
I think you've made some really gorgeous and practical knits. IMO, you really should wear the Daily Pullover because it looks better on you than on just about anyone else (and I've scrutinized the photos, because I'm insane when it comes to fit and I've made it too). I really didn't love that pattern - found its drafting suspect (though not on you!). FWIW, I don't think that yours is too short - it's actually a lovely length and I say that as a person who tends to like longer fit. Def rip it back to lengthen, even though it's gonna mean pulling out the sewn bind off. I'm not a fan of tubular bind offs (takes forever, the look doesn't thrill) but I've certainly ripped them back often enough to know that it's worth it if you will wear the garment when it's longer. Just do a regular bind off next time, till you're sure you're going to be happy with the new length.
thank you, kristin! i love doing a sewn bind off for the look and process, but you can't even see it in this black yarn anyways, haha. you're all inspiring me to rip it back, which is great! thanks for watching :)
Hi, what is the name of the yellow pullover you're wearing at the start of this podcast? I know you talked about it in another episode, but I couldn't find it. Thank you!
hi kathy!! it's the eila pullover from the book "ready set raglan", i'm wearing it and i talk about it in episode 12!
@@purlwise.knitting Thank you. I just ordered the book and will be using a strand of nutiden and mohair. I enjoy your podcast. Please keep it up!
Merci d’avoir redressé la tête du sapin, ça me gênait ! 😊
Je suis admirative de la qualité de votre travail, vos ouvrages vous vont parfaitement.
Et oui, le tricot permet de détricoter les noeuds de la tête… un endroit où se réfugier.😊
merci beaucoup, c'est gentil! tu as raison, et c'est tellement bien dit!
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Why do you keep knitting them crop?
because that's how i like them!
@@purlwise.knitting But you keep saying "they are too short". Why don't you add an extra gauge length of 4 inches, to the body of the patterns, before you rib?
@@chesun4579 sometimes it's hard to know how cropped you want a sweater to be until you've worn it for a while! i've gone back and lengthened my daily pullover since i made this video. don't worry about me, i know what i'm doing!
@@purlwise.knitting Sorry. You keep saying they were too short. After the first one, I would have measured my desired length or ultimate reach and knit within that range based on the type of yarn and if the yarn is known for draping or if it tends to shrink. C'est moi. C'est pas grave!