Vibrant Knitting with Kate, Ep 19, Knit & crochet podcast

Welcome back to another cozy episode of my knit and crochet podcast! In today's yarn-filled adventure, join me as I unravel the magic behind the Weasley sweater I'm diligently crafting and sneak a peek at some petite Christmas surprises in the making.
First up on our stitching journey is the iconic Weasley sweater. I'll share the progress, the challenges, and the pure joy of working on a piece inspired by the wizarding world. Whether you're a Potterhead or love a cozy knit, this segment will enchant you.
This is the season for giving, and I've got some delightful Christmas gifts on my hooks and needles. It's never too early to start crafting for the holidays!
I'd love to hear about your current projects and festive makes. Please share your stories and inspirations in the comments below, and let's keep the crafting conversation alive.
Patterns:
Winter Flower Snowflake www.ravelry.com/patterns/libr...
Flower Star Snowflake www.ravelry.com/patterns/libr...
Frostvale Snowflake www.ravelry.com/patterns/libr...
Sun Star Snowflake www.ravelry.com/patterns/libr...
Hexi Puff Coaster www.ravelry.com/patterns/libr...
Deta's Bookmark www.ravelry.com/patterns/libr...
Roll With Me Sweater www.ravelry.com/patterns/libr...
Weasley Christmas Sweater kneedlesandlife.com/how-to-kn...

[@nannasallynelson3990]

Good morning Kate, here in Australia it is a bit hot for making sweaters. the snowflake presents for your son's teachers are terrific - a pretty gift of nothing too personal but a nice change from chocolates or soap.
RE: the sparkly, knotty yarn. I would definitely stop as it is frustrating you so much. The knots are not worth the time and trouble. A pity you have such a large cone of that yarn but at least it will give you snowflakes for years to come... or bookmarks even. I doubt there is an easy way to deal with the issue, which may well be because the two threads are differenlty spun. If they had then been spun together I don't think there would be a problem.
REgarding the red sweaater - I would add a K as that is the name people will recognise you for, and you won't have to answer lots of questions about having a 'different' lettern then they would expect.
Enjoy your knitting and I do like your interesting videos.

[@ColorPopKnits]

Thank you for your answer! :-)
It's probably very nice in Australia right now. Are you working on your summer knits currently?
I've got a proposal to exchange the sparkly, knotty yarn for something else. I met the shop owner from whom I bought it; she was very kind and sorry. At first, I told her I'd try to make it work, but maybe I should exchange it instead.
And regarding the red sweater, I agree that K would make more sense :-)

[@nannasallynelson3990]

Glad to hear you have the opportunity to exchange this difficult yarn.
I have made3 crocheted cotton Tshirts this season, and have the yarn to knit another starting this week. They are really comfortable and get a lot of compliments.
I am also making up a lot of samplers in the left over cotton, sized as washers so they are practical also. Rather a nice way to trial different texture stitches in both crochet and knit.
This week in Victoria (Southern Australia) the weather has been quite hot and very wet - almost tropical in some ways. The downpours are accompanied by thunder and lightning and followed by more heat - quite uncomfortable, but they offer the perfect opportunity to sit and craft.
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