nora i cannot believe this is your FIRST year of knitting. you have explored more than knitters i know who have been at it for 30 years. bravo. beautiful sweaters. thank you for featuring less expensive yarns.
I think I just enjoying diving in headfirst in most things I do in my life 😅 it doesn’t always work out, but I’m glad I took the same approach in this craft! I also know myself and the way I would wear my knits which meant that sweaters would make the most sense in my wardrobe! Happy sweater knitting!!
Fellow CT knitter here 🙋I can't believe you knit multiple sweaters this past year! I also really appreciate you breaking down the cost of each knitted object. It's making me reflect about my own consumption (and fiscal decisions) when crafting.
To say you amaze me is a boring comment at this point, because since I discovered you I have not commented anything else. What an inspiration you are and how proud you should be of yourself. Your enthusiasm and sense of humor are probably the two things that make you a great knitter and great podcaster. I'm nosey about your March birthday. I have one too, on the 15th. Go pisces. Keep swimming girl!
Thank you so much, this made me smile! I appreciate it! A March birthday buddy! I am the 22nd and my sister is the 17th. I am justtttt on the cusp as an Aries!
I have to echo the "fearless" sentiment. Following your journey is so much fun. I held myself back for ages due to not wanting to make something "wrong" and rarely made anything until i got over myself. It turned out allowing myself to be bad at things helped me be better, who knew.
As someone who loves to try new things, I’ve found out that I learn best by doing. It’s something that I am grateful to know about myself and am so happy to share with you all 💛
Oh give the Provence another chance. Don’t let her beat you!!! I’ve never seen a more skilled and prolific first-year knitter, you can do anything!!🎉. It’s great to see the joy you’re getting and creating in this new yarny adventure! And you did a great job modeling too.
I learned to knit last summer (2022) and I’ve made a few items but nothing as intricate as your items…You give me such motivation/inspiration to get out of the comfort zone and go for the big/scary knits!! You go Nora 🎉
Holy cannoli!!! Not only are you a brave knitter, but your stitches are so even!! You have some raw talent!! I knitted hats and scarves for about 7 years before moving on to sweaters and socks so I’m deeply impressed!
This is inspirational! I am a crocheter too and started knitting a few days ago and went straight for a raglan and I felt afraid to do anything else when I am done with this. but watching the video makes me want to be more fearless like you! thank you for sharing!!!
Aww that makes me so happy to hear! Please don't let anyone make you feel like you can't knit ANYTHING you want to! Please feel free to reach out if you have a question for a fellow beginner 🥰
Absolutely loved seeing everything from your first year of knitting! I never would have guessed you’d been knitting less than a year if I’d only seen a few of your FOs! So enjoy your videos, you are absolutely adorable. Can’t wait to see what you make in 2024!
Ya know if you ever use a fiber that won’t spit splice due to a synthetic fiber in it, just knit it in as you go like carrying floats in colorwork. So easy and clean.
Congratulations Nora!!! What an amazing parade of finished, and almost finished knits, from 2023! Not only a year of knitting, but your 1st year of knitting. Wow. I love your channel and can't wait for 2024!
Great job Nora on all your beautiful knits. Love that you break down the cost of your knitting garments. Look forward to seeing more of your projects in 2024. Bravo!!!
I've wanted to learn to knit my own clothes since I was a teenager in the 80s, but I've always been overwhelmed and afraid to try. I stumbled on your video this morning. You are delightful! Your short knitting journey is beyond amazing! You are very inspirational. I love love love your attitude, and plan to adopt it when I start knitting! Your makes are beautiful!
You are so talented and have a great personality and so cute. I can’t believe the things you have knitted your first year. I watch all of your podcasts.
Hi Nora👋🏾! Congratulations on a fantastic first year of knitting. I appreciate all of your projects and am impressed by your dress (and the modifications)! I have been knitting for almost 10 years and love that you jumped into a sweater so soon after picking up your needles for the first time (as I did lol). I have 3 favorite knits of 2023 : the Tomorrow Sweater by Alicia Plummer, the Bobbles Optional pullover by Melissa Clulow and the Reading Cardigan by Brooklyn Tweed. I chuckle every time I see the knitted doggie pop whenever your pooch makes himself known too :). I wish you the very best for 2024 and will be watching as I knit along to your podcasts🌞
I am reaching my 9th month knitting. You and I similarly continue to tackle something new with each project to elevate our skills. I enjoy watching you. Congrats!
Omg you got the dress finished! It's beautiful. I'm so impressed by how much you've knit, I'm only half way through my first dress (which I started about 6 months ago) and you've finished 2 this year! I also love the korshavn cardigan. I want to knit one but add crochet fruit so it looks like a fruit basket.
Just in time!!! I think I need to chill on the dress knitting in 2024 lol. They take up soooo much time! I’M OBSESSED WITH THE CROCHET FRUIT IDEA! Please keep me posted on that! 💛
Watching this and seeing your progression, achievements and your finished objects gives me so much more confidence in my knitting! I Started teaching myself to knit at the end of November this year, wholly inspired by watching your videos, thank you 🥰 My favourite item that you have knitted is the All Good Dress. I can't wait to see what you make in 2024!
Wow, I’ve never seen anyone set/accomplish a goal in such a quick and amazing way! You are so inspiring and your enthusiasm is infectious. What a breath of fresh air you and your videos are! Yay! I see that you finished your Augustins dress! Gorgeous! 😍 That’s hands down my favorite project of yours this year. Although I’m still just a crocheter, my favorite project that I completed this year was my red crochet dress inspired by @olgapoltava and her beautiful crochet dress and tops. ❤️
Thank you so so much! I’m glad you caught the peek!!! 💃 sounds like it was a year of red dresses! I’ll have to check that one out-I’d love to find a little more time to squeeze in some crocheting in 2024! Thank you for sharing!!
Hi! I love all of your podcasts but I especially loved this one. I'm inspired to try more new things in 2024 because of your "take it in small chunks" philosophy. I really like that and one of the stitches I've been afraid of is Brioche but I'm going to find a beginner pattern and tackle it so thank you for giving me the guts to DO IT! I think I am overthink things sometimes but you've definitely inspired me so I'm going stash diving tonight. My favorite project of yours is definitely your dress - so beautiful! Hugs from Texas!! Happy New Year!
Awww this made my heart so happy! Thank you so much! One step at a time and don’t be afraid to rip back or take a break! I think I have to try brioche this year as well! We shall see how it goes! Good luck!!
What a wonderful first year of knitting you had. So many projects. So many customizations. So many different items. And to top it off, your Christmas dress looks amazing!
Such a great video! My favorite knit I made this year was my zipper sweater by petiteknit. I finished knitting in July and finally sewed in the zipper 2 weeks ago. I have been wearing it daily! As for the project that you made, it was definitely the ranunculus! Seeing your journey knitting helped me be more accepting of my mistakes, learning to laugh at them , and being okay with frogging back. Plus your finished object was beautiful! Excited to see the Christmas dress!
Thank you so much! I can completely relate to that! Some things just take time 😅😂 the ranunculus will always hold a special place in my heart! I’m so glad that you were able to laugh with me and bring that into your own craft. Thanks for being here!
Brava Nora…👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻…you are a true inspiration! Thank you for sharing your successes and challenges from 2023. I love your enthusiasm and your creativity. Can’t wait to see what 2024 brings…thank you…🤗🎊🧶💗
i literally went "oh my gosh yaaaay!" when you showed the finished christmas dress, it looks absolutely fantastic. what an inspiring first year of knitting, so glad i found your channel this year ❤
This was one of the most enjoyables 2023 Knitting round-ups I have watched, especially because it is so interesting to see your learning and knitting evolution through the months. You are most definitely a fearless knitter, throwing yourself into a cable sweater for a test knit! wowzer! Definitely inspiring me to take risks more often! Happy NY Nora, looking forward to more episodes and to witness your second year of creativity. PS: My most favourite knits are complete opposites: I have a super fun multicolor Lento sweater that reminds me of the joy I get of mixing colours and having fun with them in a simple sweater. And then my Alder sweater, a great pattern and a test knit experience I enjoyed thoroughly, and a proof to myself that I can learn whatever when I put my mind to it, if I give myself permission to try and succeed.
I don’t think I realized how crazy that was until I said it out loud in this video 😅 thank you so much for the compliment! It really means a lot !!! That lento is something that peaks my curiosity! Definitely have to look into it this year. I love your mindset-I believe the same. Thank you for sharing and happy new year!!
This was my first episode of yours. I cannot believe you've only been knitting for a year! You are amazing! Great job on all the finished objects and not letting a pattern get you down. I can't wait to see what you knit in your second year....must say, I am very jealous of your thrift stores! What great yarns you have found.
WOW! You are way braver than I am. Good for you! You are correct in saying it is mostly knits and purls and after that just go for it. The worst that can happen is you have to rip it out and start again. You inspire me.
Hip hip Hooray! Congratulations on a wonderful first year of knitting! And also your lovely channel, and we are all excited to see what 2024 brings. Thank you for sharing and taking us all along for the ride!
Congratulations Nora! Such a great year of fearless knitting. Cannot choose a favorite that you knitted, but obviously the Christmas dress is so beautiful and impressive, and it looks so good on you! Thank you for such a fun channel and I am so looking forward to what you decide to knit next year!
It had been an absolute joy following you on the start of your knitting journey!!! I've thoroughly enjoyed your videos and you've definitely been an inspiration for me. I've just finished my first Ranunculous and currently choosing yarn to start my Lykke! Thank you for sharing the good, the bad and the wonderful ❤ I hope you had a wonderful Christmas, your dress is fabulous! Happy New Year lovely 🎉 xx
Aw thank you so so much! I appreciate you joining me on this journey and how cool to share a common thread of projects! Sincerely, this warmed my heart. Thank you so much! 🥰 Happy New Year!!!
Adventurous! Bold! Inspired! When I was a new knitter I was afraid to try big projects and learn all the new techniques! I think my favourite garment you knit is the warm-up sweater in the lite lopi just because of how much fun your stripes are! You played around and created a sweater that looks like it came off the rack! My favourite knit this year was a FlaxLight sweater by Tincanknits that I made using impulse bought yarn from a vacation to Montreal. Looking forward to 2024 and super congrats on finishing the Augustine dress!! 🎊🎊🎊
Wow thank you so much!!! I really love that one too!! What a compliment 🥰 I am overdue to check out some Tincanknits patterns! Thank you for the reminder!!
You did an absolutely amazing job. I love your spirit and how you just dive into the projects. That's the way to learn, to just go for it, don't worry and enjoy the ride. I'm inspired by the basket weave cardigan you knit, love the old pink color too. I wish you a joyful and great 2024!
I am in awe! I knew you were a new knitter but had no idea how far you’d come in a year! You’re fierce! I thoroughly enjoy your can do attitude and projects.
Hello! I'm Simona from Italy, I've been watching your channel from the first video and loved your sweet voice, thank you for keeping me company while I knit! Mistakes and struggles are part of the experience, but looking where we have come to is sooo satisfying! The Christmas dress is stunnig, you look very nice in it! Happy new knitting year!
This is the first time I came upon one of your videos and I really am proud of you! I also only really started knitting garments about a year and a half ago, but I was not nearly as methodical and successful as you. Well done.
Wow. So inspirational! I’ve been knitting off and on throughout my 64 years of life and I still haven’t tackled a full on adult all-over cable sweater, nor an adult dress. You are awesome! And I love that you budget by using free patterns and great deals on yarn. I spend WAY too much.
Thank you so much!! I enjoy a good bargain and I feel like I have found a good balance this year in saving and splurging for different projects. It makes the whole process more fun for me! I say dive in to a cabled sweater! It’s definitely one of my most worn!! Best of luck!
That's an impressive first year. Good for you!! I think I've worked on 5 things this year. I finished 2 and need to block them both. 3 of my projects are Stephen West shawls which will get done eventually. One of those is a Westkints still needing blocking. I am so slow. I hope your enthusiasm for knitting stays with you as long as it has for me. I was 26 when I started knitting and will be 65 on Friday. The learning is still part of the great joy. Happy New Year!!
Thank you so much! I say enjoy every stitch and don’t feel the need to rush it! I love that you’ve found out what works for you and what you enjoy and that you stick to it! I think that it is an important to remember to knit what’s right for you. I sure hope this craft will stay with me forever! Thank you for sharing 💛
I have always been a bargain hunter!! Haha. It is who I am in all aspects of my life and I love the thrill of the hunt in knitting! I love that you’ve been in the thrift stores! It’s just so much fun!!
You are an inspiration! 😍 I've been knitting for 15 years and I knit my first sweater last year. Many of the techniques and knitted items you accomplished this year are on my 2024 goal list. 😊 My daughter watched this video with me and we clapped and cheered along with you pretty much every time you said you were proud of yourself! Looking forward to 2024!!
Hi Nora!!! I would say the Christmas dress was my favorite, and it looks stunning on you; but the other things you have knit have been beautiful as well. I found you during the ranunculus drama, as I was having my own ranunculus drama. After about 5 cast ons, I found Sundragon Knits videos, and cast on November 14th. I am on my last row and will then will bind off🥳. I really have enjoyed it: I have wanted to make it for a while. I’m planning a lace weight one to wear over a slip dress for my son’s wedding. And I like the Frank Ochre too😂. You have made my knitting journey more fun!!! A great big ol’ thanks to you!!! Happy New Year!!! Jane
I really enjoyed watching this, as a newish knitter who seems to have a similar 'what have I got to lose?' approach to projects. I, too, have been very thrifty about yarn, which makes it easier to take chances on new stuff. My favorite this year was a worsted weight (fas) red cabled sweater whose pattern photo inspired me to learn to knit, but I took 3 years, unlike you and the Augustin dress
I’m happy to hear of another ambitious knitter!! It’s all relative!! As long as you enjoyed it and I hope the finished object is something you love and are proud of!!
Impressive first year Nora. I’m ending my 4th year and just finished my first sweater in November. You are an inspiration to all knitters. The perfect state of mind to be successful too. I found your channel when I did a search for the Ranunculus (i haven’t made it past the lace yoke because my count got off so the little flowers don’t align up. Can’t decide if I should rip back or keep going.) Your knits are truly amazing. I will be following you to see what you knit next year. So All the Best! 🎉
Thank you so much! Thank you for joining me!! That lace yoke almost got the best of me, but I’m so glad I ripped back restarted! I’d just consider it a practice round. Thanks for being here! 🥰
Amazing! i’m in my first 6months of knitting. Seeing all the things you did this year blows my mind. you are more than an adventuous knitter, I would say you are almost like a stunt knitter!😅
Love all your projects and your confidence and willing to take on challenges is inspiring to me! Love your channel and look forward to your future projects ❤
Jonna mentioned you on their most recent podcast. So happy she did. I really like that you broke down the cost of each project. So many podcasters spend unrealistic amounts of money than what I am willing to spend. Well done!
I’m so grateful to her! Kim and Jonna have been so warm in welcoming me to the podcast world! I’m glad you found the cost breakdown helpful! I really like to be aware of how much I’ve spent on my hobby too!
Amazing! You did this all in one year. Great job. You did what I did years ago - knit a sweater first-ish lol. Best way to learn. I find many new knitters just want the item done asap which is why they do smaller items however if you really want to learn - make a garment :) takes longer but best way to learn in my opinion. All beautiful items you have made.
I am a very fearful knitter so seeing your projects give me a lot of inspiration. Also for your one sweater, you should see if braiding the unwoven ends is possible. It will save you so much time
Okay I wasn’t prepared for that sneak peak but GIRL it’s so good!!!!! You are the reason I found my obsession with Frank ochre. I searched high and dry to find that color way and now I’m working on a cardigan in it!!
Love this episode. You are a courageous knitter. It’s great how you jump into a project and make it your own. Be proud of you all your accomplishments. I thought you’ve been knitting for years. Thanks for sharing this webs. You inspire me others to just go for it! We’re always learning in the process . My goal moving into 2024 is to complete at least 6 sweaters and to learn a some new techniques like steering, brioche, and do mosaic knitting.
it's so funny, I'm watching your video as I'm knitting socks with the patton kroy yarn. I'm doing them on straight needles ankle-down. Your stuff looks great!
Well done, Nora. Your sense of adventure and willingness to make mistakes? A good lesson for any beginner. I love how well you use thrifted yarn! My favorite knit this year? Maybe the many socks I've made. Or my 2nd Wave of Change pullover. And I only wish I could grab some bargain yarns at HL but their policies prevent me from shopping there. Love your cheeriness and spirit. Happy New Year!
I normally never commend (because yay anxiety) but I just wanted to tell you that you really are my comfort youtuber to watch and you inspire me a whole lot
Oh wow! You finished the dress! I was thinking of you all day on Christmas wondering if you finished. It looks fabulous. When you first said you were going to go for it my thoughts were "of course because she is so adventurous - but no way will she get it done!". I'm impressed. As a knitter with decades of knitting I am super impressed with what you took on and achieved in your first year of knitting. Go you!
Thank you so much! I doubted it myself!! I will admit that it was very down to the wire, and definitely ate into my Christmas relaxing time, but it is done!!
Congratulations-you should be very proud of all that you tackled and completed in a single year. When I came across your you tube earlier this year I had no idea how new a knitter you were. Your videos are always upbeat - thank you, happy new year. What will you knit in 2024?
You are the definition of a fearless knitter! I plan to tell any new knitters who are “afraid” to take the next step to watch this episode.
Thank you so so much! I am always here to cheer on the beginner knitters! 🥰💛
nora i cannot believe this is your FIRST year of knitting. you have explored more than knitters i know who have been at it for 30 years. bravo. beautiful sweaters. thank you for featuring less expensive yarns.
Thank you so much!! 🥰
Girl! You are fearless. I was a knitter for 10 years before I attempted a sweater. I have sooooo many cowls and shawls. Now I am amassing sweaters.
I think I just enjoying diving in headfirst in most things I do in my life 😅 it doesn’t always work out, but I’m glad I took the same approach in this craft! I also know myself and the way I would wear my knits which meant that sweaters would make the most sense in my wardrobe! Happy sweater knitting!!
Starting sweaters soon. Thanks the video. You're darling.
Fellow CT knitter here 🙋I can't believe you knit multiple sweaters this past year! I also really appreciate you breaking down the cost of each knitted object. It's making me reflect about my own consumption (and fiscal decisions) when crafting.
Small world! Hello!! I’m glad you’ve found it helpful! I just like to try and remain aware, so this was enlightening for me as well!
To say you amaze me is a boring comment at this point, because since I discovered you I have not commented anything else. What an inspiration you are and how proud you should be of yourself. Your enthusiasm and sense of humor are probably the two things that make you a great knitter and great podcaster. I'm nosey about your March birthday. I have one too, on the 15th. Go pisces. Keep swimming girl!
Thank you so much, this made me smile! I appreciate it! A March birthday buddy! I am the 22nd and my sister is the 17th. I am justtttt on the cusp as an Aries!
I have to echo the "fearless" sentiment. Following your journey is so much fun. I held myself back for ages due to not wanting to make something "wrong" and rarely made anything until i got over myself. It turned out allowing myself to be bad at things helped me be better, who knew.
As someone who loves to try new things, I’ve found out that I learn best by doing. It’s something that I am grateful to know about myself and am so happy to share with you all 💛
I am in awe of your knitting ability in just a year!! Thanks for sharing.
Thank you so much!!
What! You just started knitting in January of 2023?! That is amazing!
Oh give the Provence another chance. Don’t let her beat you!!! I’ve never seen a more skilled and prolific first-year knitter, you can do anything!!🎉. It’s great to see the joy you’re getting and creating in this new yarny adventure! And you did a great job modeling too.
I think she will get her time this Spring! It’s so close to just throw aside! Thank you for the compliment 🥰🥰🥰
You are the most brave knitter I have ever seen 🎉 I’m so looking forward to seeing all your new projects in the 2024❤🧶🥰
You are simply amazing! I have never met anyone who took on knitting like you have. You are an inspiration to us all! Love all the things you’ve made.
Thank you so so much 🥰
I learned to knit last summer (2022) and I’ve made a few items but nothing as intricate as your items…You give me such motivation/inspiration to get out of the comfort zone and go for the big/scary knits!! You go Nora 🎉
Holy cannoli!!! Not only are you a brave knitter, but your stitches are so even!! You have some raw talent!! I knitted hats and scarves for about 7 years before moving on to sweaters and socks so I’m deeply impressed!
Thank you so much!!! 🥰
Damn girl!! You’re on fire!! Love ALL of your knits from 2023!! Can’t wait to see what you do in 2024! Happy New Year!!
Thank you so much!!! 🥰
Your red dress turned out amazing! So happy to be along for all your knitting journeys!
Thank you so much!!!
You took on some amazing knots and learned quick!
You are FIERCE!!! I love your passion and openness to share your challenges and triumphs!!! So fun to watch! Inspiring!
Thank you so much!!! I’m here for all the ups and downs! 🥰
Yes, Nora!!!! I am so jazzed that you walk us through your knitting journey. What gorgeous knits and fun stories. Go you!!! XO
Thank you, Jennifer! I'm just happy to be here!!
i think the thanksgiving vest is my favorite!! i love the shape and the yarn choice
Thank you!! I think that one surprised me the most just by how much I love it!
So fun!! You have come a long way baby!!🎉🎉🎉
This is inspirational! I am a crocheter too and started knitting a few days ago and went straight for a raglan and I felt afraid to do anything else when I am done with this. but watching the video makes me want to be more fearless like you! thank you for sharing!!!
Aww that makes me so happy to hear! Please don't let anyone make you feel like you can't knit ANYTHING you want to! Please feel free to reach out if you have a question for a fellow beginner 🥰
Absolutely loved seeing everything from your first year of knitting! I never would have guessed you’d been knitting less than a year if I’d only seen a few of your FOs! So enjoy your videos, you are absolutely adorable. Can’t wait to see what you make in 2024!
Thank you so much!!! 🥰
Ya know if you ever use a fiber that won’t spit splice due to a synthetic fiber in it, just knit it in as you go like carrying floats in colorwork. So easy and clean.
Congratulations Nora!!! What an amazing parade of finished, and almost finished knits, from 2023! Not only a year of knitting, but your 1st year of knitting. Wow. I love your channel and can't wait for 2024!
Thank you so so much!! 🥰
Way to go Nora, very impressive! Thank you for sharing and all the best for your continued knitting journey.
Thank you so much! 🥰
Great job Nora on all your beautiful knits. Love that you break down the cost of your knitting garments. Look forward to seeing more of your projects in 2024. Bravo!!!
Thank you!!! 🥰
I've wanted to learn to knit my own clothes since I was a teenager in the 80s, but I've always been overwhelmed and afraid to try. I stumbled on your video this morning. You are delightful! Your short knitting journey is beyond amazing! You are very inspirational. I love love love your attitude, and plan to adopt it when I start knitting! Your makes are beautiful!
I really hope you give it a try! Thank you so much for stopping by!!
You are so talented and have a great personality and so cute. I can’t believe the things you have knitted your first year. I watch all of your podcasts.
Thank you so much!!! 🥰
All your knits are so lovely! 🥰
Thank you so much! 😊
Wow!!!!! I’m so impressed with you as a new knitter. I am an experienced beginner, and you inspire me!
Thank you so much!!! 🥰
Hi Nora👋🏾! Congratulations on a fantastic first year of knitting. I appreciate all of your projects and am impressed by your dress (and the modifications)! I have been knitting for almost 10 years and love that you jumped into a sweater so soon after picking up your needles for the first time (as I did lol). I have 3 favorite knits of 2023 : the Tomorrow Sweater by Alicia Plummer, the Bobbles Optional pullover by Melissa Clulow and the Reading Cardigan by Brooklyn Tweed. I chuckle every time I see the knitted doggie pop whenever your pooch makes himself known too :). I wish you the very best for 2024 and will be watching as I knit along to your podcasts🌞
Thank you so so much for sharing and for hanging out here! 💛🥰
I am reaching my 9th month knitting. You and I similarly continue to tackle something new with each project to elevate our skills. I enjoy watching you. Congrats!
I love hearing about another ambitious knitter! That’s awesome! Thank you for watching!! 🥰
Omg you got the dress finished! It's beautiful. I'm so impressed by how much you've knit, I'm only half way through my first dress (which I started about 6 months ago) and you've finished 2 this year! I also love the korshavn cardigan. I want to knit one but add crochet fruit so it looks like a fruit basket.
Just in time!!! I think I need to chill on the dress knitting in 2024 lol. They take up soooo much time! I’M OBSESSED WITH THE CROCHET FRUIT IDEA! Please keep me posted on that! 💛
This was lovely, congratulations on all that you have accomplished this year! I love your sneak peek, can't wait for your reveal!
Thank you so much!! I’m glad you caught it! 💃
Such a great idea to look at your sweaters for the year this way. Very informative. Thank you!
I highly suggest doing a little inventory check for all knitters! If you can find themes or gaps in your knitting, it is so helpful moving forward!
The Minto sweater is absolutely insane!! It's so pretty, and it suits you so well!! Definitely on the "to-knit-list" after this🤩
You need one! After you’ve had some rest from your dress! Hahaha
Watching this and seeing your progression, achievements and your finished objects gives me so much more confidence in my knitting! I Started teaching myself to knit at the end of November this year, wholly inspired by watching your videos, thank you 🥰
My favourite item that you have knitted is the All Good Dress. I can't wait to see what you make in 2024!
Aww that makes me so happy to hear! I hope you fall in love with it 💛 I wish you nothing but the best!!
@@akaNoraKnits all the best to you too, I hope you have a great New Year!
You are such an inspiration I loved how you jumped right into knitting without fear. You’re awesome.
Thank you so much! 🥰
Wow, I’ve never seen anyone set/accomplish a goal in such a quick and amazing way! You are so inspiring and your enthusiasm is infectious. What a breath of fresh air you and your videos are! Yay! I see that you finished your Augustins dress! Gorgeous! 😍 That’s hands down my favorite project of yours this year. Although I’m still just a crocheter, my favorite project that I completed this year was my red crochet dress inspired by @olgapoltava and her beautiful crochet dress and tops. ❤️
Thank you so so much! I’m glad you caught the peek!!! 💃 sounds like it was a year of red dresses! I’ll have to check that one out-I’d love to find a little more time to squeeze in some crocheting in 2024! Thank you for sharing!!
Can’t wait to see what’s next! There is nothing boring about your choices! Exciting knitting journey!
I really want to do the Minto sweater but I also hope a v-neck or scoop neck version comes out!
Hi! I love all of your podcasts but I especially loved this one. I'm inspired to try more new things in 2024 because of your "take it in small chunks" philosophy. I really like that and one of the stitches I've been afraid of is Brioche but I'm going to find a beginner pattern and tackle it so thank you for giving me the guts to DO IT! I think I am overthink things sometimes but you've definitely inspired me so I'm going stash diving tonight. My favorite project of yours is definitely your dress - so beautiful! Hugs from Texas!! Happy New Year!
Awww this made my heart so happy! Thank you so much! One step at a time and don’t be afraid to rip back or take a break! I think I have to try brioche this year as well! We shall see how it goes! Good luck!!
What a wonderful first year of knitting you had. So many projects. So many customizations. So many different items. And to top it off, your Christmas dress looks amazing!
Thank you so much! 🥰
Such a great video! My favorite knit I made this year was my zipper sweater by petiteknit. I finished knitting in July and finally sewed in the zipper 2 weeks ago. I have been wearing it daily! As for the project that you made, it was definitely the ranunculus! Seeing your journey knitting helped me be more accepting of my mistakes, learning to laugh at them , and being okay with frogging back. Plus your finished object was beautiful! Excited to see the Christmas dress!
Thank you so much! I can completely relate to that! Some things just take time 😅😂 the ranunculus will always hold a special place in my heart! I’m so glad that you were able to laugh with me and bring that into your own craft. Thanks for being here!
Brava Nora…👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻…you are a true inspiration! Thank you for sharing your successes and challenges from 2023. I love your enthusiasm and your creativity. Can’t wait to see what 2024 brings…thank you…🤗🎊🧶💗
Thank you so much!! 🥰
i literally went "oh my gosh yaaaay!" when you showed the finished christmas dress, it looks absolutely fantastic. what an inspiring first year of knitting, so glad i found your channel this year ❤
Thank you so much! I’m glad you caught the sneak peek!!! 🥰
This was one of the most enjoyables 2023 Knitting round-ups I have watched, especially because it is so interesting to see your learning and knitting evolution through the months. You are most definitely a fearless knitter, throwing yourself into a cable sweater for a test knit! wowzer! Definitely inspiring me to take risks more often! Happy NY Nora, looking forward to more episodes and to witness your second year of creativity.
PS: My most favourite knits are complete opposites: I have a super fun multicolor Lento sweater that reminds me of the joy I get of mixing colours and having fun with them in a simple sweater. And then my Alder sweater, a great pattern and a test knit experience I enjoyed thoroughly, and a proof to myself that I can learn whatever when I put my mind to it, if I give myself permission to try and succeed.
I don’t think I realized how crazy that was until I said it out loud in this video 😅 thank you so much for the compliment! It really means a lot !!! That lento is something that peaks my curiosity! Definitely have to look into it this year. I love your mindset-I believe the same. Thank you for sharing and happy new year!!
Fascinating new knitter journey. You’re an inspiration! And I love your amazing frugalness!
Thank you so so much! I do love a bargain!
This was my first episode of yours. I cannot believe you've only been knitting for a year! You are amazing! Great job on all the finished objects and not letting a pattern get you down. I can't wait to see what you knit in your second year....must say, I am very jealous of your thrift stores! What great yarns you have found.
Welcome!!! Thank you so much! There have been so many unsuccessful trips to the thrift store, but I have been so lucky!!
WOW! You are way braver than I am. Good for you! You are correct in saying it is mostly knits and purls and after that just go for it. The worst that can happen is you have to rip it out and start again. You inspire me.
That's the truth!!! Thank you so much 🥰
Wow!!!! One year of knitting your doing fabulous!!!
I love that video and your whole story with knitting - wish I’ve documented my first year knitting like this :) Great job! ❤
Thank you so much! I’m so happy that I can look back at everything and see just how much I’ve grown!
Hip hip Hooray! Congratulations on a wonderful first year of knitting! And also your lovely channel, and we are all excited to see what 2024 brings. Thank you for sharing and taking us all along for the ride!
Thank you so much! 🥰
Congratulations on your beautiful projects! You are truly fearless, and such an inspiration!❤
Thank you so much!!
Beautiful work. If you have a passion for it then you'll learn it. Great job
I'm diving back into knitting, and this is so encouraging! Thank you!
Welcome to the party! I hope you enjoy every step of the way!!
Congratulations Nora! Such a great year of fearless knitting. Cannot choose a favorite that you knitted, but obviously the Christmas dress is so beautiful and impressive, and it looks so good on you! Thank you for such a fun channel and I am so looking forward to what you decide to knit next year!
Thank you, thank you, thank you!!! 🥰
Afterthought heels are great. Nice work
It had been an absolute joy following you on the start of your knitting journey!!! I've thoroughly enjoyed your videos and you've definitely been an inspiration for me. I've just finished my first Ranunculous and currently choosing yarn to start my Lykke! Thank you for sharing the good, the bad and the wonderful ❤ I hope you had a wonderful Christmas, your dress is fabulous! Happy New Year lovely 🎉 xx
Aw thank you so so much! I appreciate you joining me on this journey and how cool to share a common thread of projects! Sincerely, this warmed my heart. Thank you so much! 🥰 Happy New Year!!!
You are amazing!!! You should be extremely proud!!
Thank you!!!
You rock! Looking so forward to Saturday to see how it all turned out with the Christmas dress!
Thank you!!!
Nora - you are amazing…”gee I think I’ll learn to knit…and make sweaters!” Plus I love your yarn thrifting adventures too. Thanks for sharing!
Thank you!!! 🥰
Yaaaaay you finished The Dress!!!
Just in time!!!
So well done Nora!! Your channel is infectious 🎉
Thank you so much!!! 🥰
Italian bind off on one needle I can’t get the hang of so I separated the stitches then did it perfect love your cinnamon cable sweater stunning
Adventurous! Bold! Inspired! When I was a new knitter I was afraid to try big projects and learn all the new techniques! I think my favourite garment you knit is the warm-up sweater in the lite lopi just because of how much fun your stripes are! You played around and created a sweater that looks like it came off the rack! My favourite knit this year was a FlaxLight sweater by Tincanknits that I made using impulse bought yarn from a vacation to Montreal. Looking forward to 2024 and super congrats on finishing the Augustine dress!! 🎊🎊🎊
Wow thank you so much!!! I really love that one too!! What a compliment 🥰 I am overdue to check out some Tincanknits patterns! Thank you for the reminder!!
You did an absolutely amazing job. I love your spirit and how you just dive into the projects. That's the way to learn, to just go for it, don't worry and enjoy the ride. I'm inspired by the basket weave cardigan you knit, love the old pink color too. I wish you a joyful and great 2024!
Thank you so much!!! I definitely feel that’s the best way for me to learn!! The Korshavn will always be a favorite of mine!! Thank you!! 🥰
Just wow! You are so awesome :) and you look absolutely gorgeous in your dress!!!
Thank you so so much!! 🥰
GURL THE TRANSFORMATION IS INSANE!!! amazing work !!! ❤
🥹🥹🥹 right?! Thank you!!!! 🥰
I am in awe! I knew you were a new knitter but had no idea how far you’d come in a year! You’re fierce! I thoroughly enjoy your can do attitude and projects.
Thank you so much 🥰
Hello! I'm Simona from Italy, I've been watching your channel from the first video and loved your sweet voice, thank you for keeping me company while I knit! Mistakes and struggles are part of the experience, but looking where we have come to is sooo satisfying! The Christmas dress is stunnig, you look very nice in it! Happy new knitting year!
Simona, thank you so so much for being here! I really appreciate you sharing that 💛 thank you!
What a great year for you! All of your knits turned out beautiful! 🧶
Thank you!!!
This is the first time I came upon one of your videos and I really am proud of you! I also only really started knitting garments about a year and a half ago, but I was not nearly as methodical and successful as you. Well done.
Thank you so much 🥰🥰🥰
So so amazing! They're all beautiful! - Kimberly
Thank you, Kimberly!!!
First time watching your video. Amazing what you have done as a new knitter. Looking forward to watching future videos!!!
Thank you!!!
Wow. So inspirational! I’ve been knitting off and on throughout my 64 years of life and I still haven’t tackled a full on adult all-over cable sweater, nor an adult dress. You are awesome! And I love that you budget by using free patterns and great deals on yarn. I spend WAY too much.
Thank you so much!! I enjoy a good bargain and I feel like I have found a good balance this year in saving and splurging for different projects. It makes the whole process more fun for me! I say dive in to a cabled sweater! It’s definitely one of my most worn!! Best of luck!
That's an impressive first year. Good for you!! I think I've worked on 5 things this year. I finished 2 and need to block them both. 3 of my projects are Stephen West shawls which will get done eventually. One of those is a Westkints still needing blocking. I am so slow. I hope your enthusiasm for knitting stays with you as long as it has for me. I was 26 when I started knitting and will be 65 on Friday. The learning is still part of the great joy. Happy New Year!!
Thank you so much! I say enjoy every stitch and don’t feel the need to rush it! I love that you’ve found out what works for you and what you enjoy and that you stick to it! I think that it is an important to remember to knit what’s right for you. I sure hope this craft will stay with me forever! Thank you for sharing 💛
I need to go yarn shopping with you. You’ve got an amazing ability to find bargains. I’ve been checking the thrift stores because of you. 🥰
I have always been a bargain hunter!! Haha. It is who I am in all aspects of my life and I love the thrill of the hunt in knitting! I love that you’ve been in the thrift stores! It’s just so much fun!!
Same! My area of CT thrift stores have Red Heart if anything!
You are an inspiration! 😍 I've been knitting for 15 years and I knit my first sweater last year. Many of the techniques and knitted items you accomplished this year are on my 2024 goal list. 😊 My daughter watched this video with me and we clapped and cheered along with you pretty much every time you said you were proud of yourself! Looking forward to 2024!!
Thank you for joining me in my joy!!! Congratulations to you on setting your goals and accomplishing them! 💛
Thank you, Nora!! You amaze me at your fearlessness and resilience. So glad you share it all with us. Happy New Year!!🎉
Thank you so so much!! 💛🥰
Hi Nora!!! I would say the Christmas dress was my favorite, and it looks stunning on you; but the other things you have knit have been beautiful as well. I found you during the ranunculus drama, as I was having my own ranunculus drama. After about 5 cast ons, I found Sundragon Knits videos, and cast on November 14th. I am on my last row and will then will bind off🥳. I really have enjoyed it: I have wanted to make it for a while. I’m planning a lace weight one to wear over a slip dress for my son’s wedding. And I like the Frank Ochre too😂. You have made my knitting journey more fun!!! A great big ol’ thanks to you!!! Happy New Year!!! Jane
I really enjoyed watching this, as a newish knitter who seems to have a similar 'what have I got to lose?' approach to projects. I, too, have been very thrifty about yarn, which makes it easier to take chances on new stuff. My favorite this year was a worsted weight (fas) red cabled sweater whose pattern photo inspired me to learn to knit, but I took 3 years, unlike you and the Augustin dress
I’m happy to hear of another ambitious knitter!! It’s all relative!! As long as you enjoyed it and I hope the finished object is something you love and are proud of!!
Impressive first year Nora. I’m ending my 4th year and just finished my first sweater in November. You are an inspiration to all knitters. The perfect state of mind to be successful too. I found your channel when I did a search for the Ranunculus (i haven’t made it past the lace yoke because my count got off so the little flowers don’t align up. Can’t decide if I should rip back or keep going.)
Your knits are truly amazing. I will be following you to see what you knit next year.
So
All the Best! 🎉
Thank you so much! Thank you for joining me!! That lace yoke almost got the best of me, but I’m so glad I ripped back restarted! I’d just consider it a practice round. Thanks for being here! 🥰
Amazing! i’m in my first 6months of knitting. Seeing all the things you did this year blows my mind. you are more than an adventuous knitter, I would say you are almost like a stunt knitter!😅
Hahahaa I love that term! I will have to use that! I just enjoy a challenge! I hope you try something scary in your first year too!!!
Love all your projects and your confidence and willing to take on challenges is inspiring to me! Love your channel and look forward to your future projects ❤
Thank you so much!! 🥰
Nora! felicitarte por ese maravilloso vestido rojo terminado! te ha quedado de locura! hermoso! Feliz entrada al nuevo año!
Gracias!!!! Feliz año nuevo a ti!!
Jonna mentioned you on their most recent podcast. So happy she did. I really like that you broke down the cost of each project. So many podcasters spend unrealistic amounts of money than what I am willing to spend. Well done!
I’m so grateful to her! Kim and Jonna have been so warm in welcoming me to the podcast world! I’m glad you found the cost breakdown helpful! I really like to be aware of how much I’ve spent on my hobby too!
Amazing! You did this all in one year. Great job. You did what I did years ago - knit a sweater first-ish lol. Best way to learn. I find many new knitters just want the item done asap which is why they do smaller items however if you really want to learn - make a garment :) takes longer but best way to learn in my opinion. All beautiful items you have made.
Thank you so much!! I always feel like it’s good to just dive in! I learn best by doing, so why not just do?? Thank you for watching!
I am a very fearful knitter so seeing your projects give me a lot of inspiration. Also for your one sweater, you should see if braiding the unwoven ends is possible. It will save you so much time
I'm so happy you found some inspo here. And I cannot believe I never thought of that!! Thank you!!!
I love how your Christmas dress turned out! Just beautiful. 😍
Thank you so much! 💃
If only I could Like this video multiple times... Great inspiration for new knitters...
Thank you so so much!!
Okay I wasn’t prepared for that sneak peak but GIRL it’s so good!!!!!
You are the reason I found my obsession with Frank ochre. I searched high and dry to find that color way and now I’m working on a cardigan in it!!
Hahahaa yayyy I love that you caught it!! Frank 🥰💛💛 honestly my favorite color ever! I hope you loveeeeeee your cardigan!!
Love this episode. You are a courageous knitter. It’s great how you jump into a project and make it your own. Be proud of you all your accomplishments. I thought you’ve been knitting for years. Thanks for sharing this webs. You inspire me others to just go for it! We’re always learning in the process . My goal moving into 2024 is to complete at least 6 sweaters and to learn a some new techniques like steering, brioche, and do mosaic knitting.
Thank you so so much! 💛 it sounds like you and I have some similar goals for the new year! Good luck with all of yours!!
it's so funny, I'm watching your video as I'm knitting socks with the patton kroy yarn. I'm doing them on straight needles ankle-down. Your stuff looks great!
I love when that happens! Thank you!! I hope your socks make their way off the needles 😂
Well done, Nora. Your sense of adventure and willingness to make mistakes? A good lesson for any beginner. I love how well you use thrifted yarn! My favorite knit this year? Maybe the many socks I've made. Or my 2nd Wave of Change pullover. And I only wish I could grab some bargain yarns at HL but their policies prevent me from shopping there. Love your cheeriness and spirit. Happy New Year!
Thank you!! I’m glad you were able to knit things you love 💛
I normally never commend (because yay anxiety) but I just wanted to tell you that you really are my comfort youtuber to watch and you inspire me a whole lot
This made my heart so happy 🥰 thank you so much!!!!
Thank you Nora! I appreciate your energy!
Thank you!!! 🥰✨
Oh wow! You finished the dress! I was thinking of you all day on Christmas wondering if you finished. It looks fabulous. When you first said you were going to go for it my thoughts were "of course because she is so adventurous - but no way will she get it done!". I'm impressed. As a knitter with decades of knitting I am super impressed with what you took on and achieved in your first year of knitting. Go you!
Thank you so much! I doubted it myself!! I will admit that it was very down to the wire, and definitely ate into my Christmas relaxing time, but it is done!!
Perfect thing to watch during my lunch hour/knitting time.
you've come so far in just a year! I was so happy to see your finished Christmas dress, I was pulling for you to get it done!
Congratulations-you should be very proud of all that you tackled and completed in a single year. When I came across your you tube earlier this year I had no idea how new a knitter you were. Your videos are always upbeat - thank you, happy new year. What will you knit in 2024?
Thank you so much!! I'm trying to sort out all my ideas for 2024....tooo many of them right now!!