New sub! For the vee tee, if the sleeve really bothers you, you could maybe put some elastic (or a crochet edge) to have it gather like puff sleeves :) Lovely channel!
That's such a brilliant idea! I love the idea of adding elastic to create a cute little puff sleeve, so adorable! And thanks so much for subscribing 🧶✨
Ooh you’ve inspired me to look at the poison grrls patterns, they’re lovely! I definitely need to practice doing some waist shaping, it always looks beautiful on your knits 🩵
I'm so happy to hear it! Her patterns are so beautiful and classic. Waist shaping is a breeze and once you start, it's hard to go back. I also think, since wool has so much elasticity, there's a lot of wiggle room so you don't have to get the waist shaping 'perfect' for it to still look amazing.
If you like the Ankers summer shirt have a look at Sommerknus by elsebeth judith it's a similar style but more interesting to knit. I made mine in King Cole Finesse cotton silk, it's very reasonably priced and feels lovely next to skin. Great pattern and mine was a perfect fit.
Ohhh that sounds like a great recommendation! I remember seeing that pattern trending on Raverly a few months ago (when it was summer in the northern hemisphere) - it's almost like a summery Guernsey-style sweater and a cotton/silk yarn would be perfect for warm weather.
@@acornknits one thing to mention the 5mm recommended needle was too big for the cotton silk I went with a 4.5mm. Also even with short rows the back neckline sits a bit too low for me it was knit with 4.00mm but next time I will use 3.75 or 3.50. Just my preference it might not bother you.
I just finished test knitting poison grrls sleigh ride Christmas sweater but before that I did the test for the “two bit tee “ which is similar to the top Marilyn wears. I recommend that pattern, that would be great for the current Southern Hemisphere weather.
Ohh you're so lucky - they're both such stunning patterns! Although, what Poisin Grrls pattern *isn't* amazing?! You're right, the Two-Bit tee would be a a great option for warmer weather. What yarn/fibre did you knit yours up with?
@@acornknits I had a knit picks sport weight that unfortunately was discontinued it was the paregon line and it was beautiful cause it was merino silk blend. But the top is a sport weight I did mine in a lovely royal blue
The Joni top looks like such beautiful pattern - I really love the curved hem and the cap sleeves. What type of yarn did you decide to knit yours up in?
I used BC Garn Lino 100% linen..hey say it gets softer with wear, it is good but quite 'thin'.If knitting it again I would use a soft cotton/linenblend maybe. 🙂
@@salomeelizabeth6026 pure linen yarns can be a bit hit and miss sometimes! Although BC Garn make such great yarns, I'm sure it will soften up beautifully 😊 Ohhh a version in pure silk could be another great pairing!
Thanks for the recommendation! I've heard a lot of good things about the Other Loops Top 😊 I'm curious to hear what fibres you used to knit them up with - which ones did you feel worked best?
I used Morris and Sons Empire 4ply for the first one and for the second one Önling No. 11. While Empire wasn't as soft it was certainly so much easier to knit with. Önling No. 11 is incredibly fine but unbelievably soft. It was almost painful knitting all the ribbing on this yarn. Overall I think if I knit it again I would use Empire - simply because it felt more robust and easier to knit with. I am curious if you do knit this what you end up using@@acornknits
Beautiful work.
Thank you so much 💐
New sub! For the vee tee, if the sleeve really bothers you, you could maybe put some elastic (or a crochet edge) to have it gather like puff sleeves :) Lovely channel!
That's such a brilliant idea! I love the idea of adding elastic to create a cute little puff sleeve, so adorable! And thanks so much for subscribing 🧶✨
Ooh you’ve inspired me to look at the poison grrls patterns, they’re lovely! I definitely need to practice doing some waist shaping, it always looks beautiful on your knits 🩵
I'm so happy to hear it! Her patterns are so beautiful and classic. Waist shaping is a breeze and once you start, it's hard to go back. I also think, since wool has so much elasticity, there's a lot of wiggle room so you don't have to get the waist shaping 'perfect' for it to still look amazing.
If you like the Ankers summer shirt have a look at Sommerknus by elsebeth judith it's a similar style but more interesting to knit. I made mine in King Cole Finesse cotton silk, it's very reasonably priced and feels lovely next to skin. Great pattern and mine was a perfect fit.
Ohhh that sounds like a great recommendation! I remember seeing that pattern trending on Raverly a few months ago (when it was summer in the northern hemisphere) - it's almost like a summery Guernsey-style sweater and a cotton/silk yarn would be perfect for warm weather.
@@acornknits one thing to mention the 5mm recommended needle was too big for the cotton silk I went with a 4.5mm. Also even with short rows the back neckline sits a bit too low for me it was knit with 4.00mm but next time I will use 3.75 or 3.50. Just my preference it might not bother you.
I just finished test knitting poison grrls sleigh ride Christmas sweater but before that I did the test for the “two bit tee “ which is similar to the top Marilyn wears. I recommend that pattern, that would be great for the current Southern Hemisphere weather.
Ohh you're so lucky - they're both such stunning patterns! Although, what Poisin Grrls pattern *isn't* amazing?! You're right, the Two-Bit tee would be a a great option for warmer weather. What yarn/fibre did you knit yours up with?
@@acornknits I had a knit picks sport weight that unfortunately was discontinued it was the paregon line and it was beautiful cause it was merino silk blend. But the top is a sport weight I did mine in a lovely royal blue
Great show, I'm nearly finished Natajsha Hornby summer top "Joni" purchased on Ravelry.
The Joni top looks like such beautiful pattern - I really love the curved hem and the cap sleeves. What type of yarn did you decide to knit yours up in?
I used BC Garn Lino 100% linen..hey say it gets softer with wear, it is good but quite 'thin'.If knitting it again I would use a soft cotton/linenblend maybe. 🙂
@@salomeelizabeth6026 pure linen yarns can be a bit hit and miss sometimes! Although BC Garn make such great yarns, I'm sure it will soften up beautifully 😊 Ohhh a version in pure silk could be another great pairing!
Check out the Other Loops Tops by Other Loops if you are looking for a summer fun top. I have a couple I knitted on my Ravelry if you are interested.
Thanks for the recommendation! I've heard a lot of good things about the Other Loops Top 😊 I'm curious to hear what fibres you used to knit them up with - which ones did you feel worked best?
I used Morris and Sons Empire 4ply for the first one and for the second one Önling No. 11. While Empire wasn't as soft it was certainly so much easier to knit with. Önling No. 11 is incredibly fine but unbelievably soft. It was almost painful knitting all the ribbing on this yarn. Overall I think if I knit it again I would use Empire - simply because it felt more robust and easier to knit with. I am curious if you do knit this what you end up using@@acornknits