35 years married here and my husband wrote on the flowers he gave me "I love you most of the time". I think you will get it! We are happy and have a healthy relationship filled with humor that may not be understood by all...and that is okay
Kevin your jumper took my breath away its gorgeous!!! Honestly I cannot wait to see you wearing it. Ray I love the blanket you crocheted too. The colours are so pretty. Thank you so much for the Stephen West knitting pattern that I won. Im going to have a look in my stash & see what I can sort out for the Mkal so I will tackle the pattern after that. I appreciate you so much Lots of love xxx
28 years with my husband, I totally relate to the sarcasm and teasing. Having a fun friendship as well as a loving partnership is absolutely KEY to sustaining a healthy relationship through the decades. I enjoy this podcast so much because I love your interaction with one another and it so clear and obvious how much you care about each other
20 year relationship here too 🤣 don't worry we can tell ya love each other! I loved Orphan Black and I did not realize she was the actress in She Hulk, that's exciting
Ray, that pumpkin hat is adorable!! I have two friends with new grandbabies and wanted something fun to gift...thank you for the inspiration. Great to see crochet getting some love. Kevin, fade shawl is gorgeous!! So glad you made the color change for flowers on your sweater. Just stunning!
I think all your mini skeins and your "leftovers" would make a beautiful mitered square blanket. Not too heavy in fingering weight, easy to pick up and put down, and Ray already has the random selection thing down pat. I loved making one.
I have been crocheting for years and I am slowly teaching myself to knit. I love your channel! You are very entertaining and I love your interaction with each other. To me, you are the quintessential married couple, warts and all!
You guys should never worry about talking too long, it’s always entertaining! And Kevin, thanks for reminding Ray to say “9 inch circular needles” the right way 🤣. Loved all the projects and talk.
First time I’ve purchased a kit for his KAL. Can’t wait to get started! Happy Anniversary! And this may be late, but congratulations to Ray for finishing your degree! I hope you celebrated!
Hey, Kevin and Ray! I’m a viewer who has “stuck out” (I mean stuck with) you from the beginning. Never have to apologize for a 2 hour episode! Love watching you both! Kevin, your sweater is absolutely beautiful! Ray, I love all of your projects! Thanks so much for the entertainment!
I loooove that cream, orange, bluish gray skein. You could call it squash patch because it looks like a mix of orange, white and those bluish gray pumpkins you see on people porches in the fall.
Kevin, your Once and Floral is so beautiful. Also I just want to say your tonal yarn is GORGEOUS!! You have nailed that technique. Ray the colors in you blanket are so pretty, I really love it. That was a great yarn choice for your hat. I really enjoy spending time with the two of you. Have a great two weeks, give Tarquin a little scratch behind the ear for me.
Ray, I really appreciate what you said about working Stephen West shawls. I made Rockefeller years ago, and placed yarn aside for Twists and Turns. But seeing you tackle Slip Straveganza got me to start my own. Almost done, plan on wearing it for a special night out, and will join the 2024 Mystery Knit Along. Really learning a lot from you guys-I have only been knitting for 30 years. Brioche is one of my favorite stitches, too.
Two weeks seemed to go by so quickly! So happy when I get the notification that your on! Kevin, the sweater is stunning and the color choice has turned out much better. I think I have to knit that one for my next colorwork sweater. Love the pympkin hat and blanket Ray. The rattle will also be adorable. I love the way you two joke and tease each other. You are one of my favorite couples. See you in a fortnite!
Another two thumbs epic episode!!!!! Kevin … your sweater is MAGNIFICENT. Ray …. Love the baby blanket. It looks like a beautiful mosaic! And, you have inspired me to join the Stephen West Mystery KAL for the first time. Thank you so much for the joy you bring to the knitting community.
I am always amazed by yalls knits/crochet projects. The number of completions and yall work full-time!! This week watching I feel so accomplished. Finished a colorwork sweater, a lace shawl and started 2 different pairs of socks! Nothing in Kevin's level. That sweater is stunning or as cute as Ray's pumpkin hat. Stay safe and healthy.
Hi guys….Can I just say that I ADORE you both! I get such a kick out of the interaction between you two and laugh when Kevin tries to be so serious and Ray looks like a devilish kid with that devilish smile! That brioche hat is fabulous-nice job, Ray… BTW-ER NURSE over 34 years here! Congrats Nurse Ray❤️ I’m in NJ and would love a “local” meetup in your area….be happy to make the drive to CT!
Thanks guys. You pulled me out of a Knitting strike 😉 I heard you talking about the MKAL kits, and i’m still working on mine LOL It’s ok, I had my focus on other projects and then I paused knitting at all for a few weeks. My New Years Resolution is to finish (hibernated) projects or frog them, before I’m allowed to even THINK about buying new yarn. (i failed dramatically with the buying yarn part, but i’m sticking with the finishing part 😝) Love from the Netherlands 😘
I once did a fair isle scarf in a dark purple and white. It bled and came out purple and pink! Ugh. But now I add a bit of vinegar and color catcher sheets. Hopefully, you won't change in the next 20 years.
Every time you have a sneezing fit, Ray, I laugh. I have the same thing happen several times a day. At least 5 sneezes before I’m done. Really loving your podcasts guys!!!!
I'm a little late watching this episode, but y'all are keeping me company while I work from home today. That said, I got distracted by a noise outside, so I popped up without pausing the podcast and peeked out the blinds at THE EXACT MOMENT you said "9-inch circulars" Ray. It startled me for a moment and I thought my soul left my body! 🤣🤣 Also, I just have to say I love your relationship. The banter between the two of you reminds me of myself and my husband. We've been together 13 years, and I live for the sarcastic comments and witty banter that he and I throw at each other.
Don’t apologize for any 2+ hour episodes, I love knitting along with them. Your relationship is so real. My husband and I have been married 42 years and we are exactly the same!
HAHAHA! I have my earbuds in and it sounds so funny when you said the 9in circular in the microphone. U guys make a bad day better! Thanks for the smile!
Hi Guy’s.Loved the vlog, was quite sad when you said it wasn’t going to be so long,but you delivered😀I listen and watch while I’m knitting. My husband and I have been married 50 years come January, you have to have banter!! See you next time💖
Don't you think it should be pronounced Once and Floor-all, to rhyme with once and for all? Am I the only one getting that? You are so right absolutely gorgeous!!
Great podcast as always gentlemen. I think my favorite work in progress is Kevin’s Lava Lake. Greens are my jam. And I’m not ashamed to say that when Ray showed my post of the yarn I’m using for the Westies Unite kal you’re hosting with Michael, I squealed like a teenage fan girl 😂. See you in 2 weeks!
Thanks so much for another great episode! Love, love, love your interaction. Makes me giggle every time. My husband and I have been together for 26 years, and we are exactly like you two. Thanks also for all of the knitspiration and enabling. When is Kevin going to have that variegated orange in the shop?? It’s absolutely gorgeous! See y’all in 2 weeks.
This was such a colourful episode! I love all the colours and projects you both shared and Ray, I started crocheting the pumpkin beanie for the rest of the show. So cute! Thank you for all the wonderful content and for spending time with us xx
In love with newborn pumpkin hat, Ray! 🎃👶🏼 I want to make mommy & me set for my dau & her soon to be newborn! 🧡🧡Love hanging out with you guys while I’m sick. Ray & I blowing our schnozes, lol!
I love watching you every "fortnight", I think you're both very talented and a lot of fun. I think you two are a wonderful couple, you just act like any couple that have been together for 20+ years (coming up on my 38th anniversary) and you're very right Ray, the more fun you have with your partner the better the relationship and it's evident you two have a lot of fun! Thanks for a great podcast! *)
I only met my great grandmother (my fathers grandmother) once or twice, I was quite young in the late 1960's or early 1970's. My memory was that her house was dark and her eyesight was very poor. She did not worry about lighting when she crochet, as she crochet mostly by feel. I thought this was strange at the time but now very inspirational. I was lucky to have such amazing women in my life. My mum and her mother were also inspirational as well as my very crafty sisters and brother (who spins)....
My favorite part of every episode might be y’all saying it won’t be a long one while I’m staring at the time stamp planning out when I’ll have to break each episode up to fit my schedule. 😂 That orange is gorgeous.
@@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast it’s a thing at work that you can’t say anything about finishing a meeting early or it being a short meeting because then it’s guaranteed to go long.
Loved your podcast today. Of course I want to make everything. One of these days I will learn brioche but I can’t get the hang of it. I love the hat. Thanks for the inspiration to try again.
I wish I knew how to explain how I knit. It's mostly continental, but I hold everything at the tips of my fingers and really close, I think the closeness makes it fast!
Really like all the projects your working on, the sweater 😍😍😍, that cute pumpkin hat 🤩. You two are great together, when your together for that long you have to have fun together, I know, I'm together for 30 years now with my husband, we have our cuddle moments and making fun moments, it keeps the balance in a relationship. Hope you have a great time together for a long time to come. Going to take part in the westknit mkal for the first time this year, made a pattern of Stephen West before the vertices-unite shawl, loved it. Happy knitting, Petra
I made the Around Every Corner shawl in a deep navy and tangerine gradient. I didn’t have color catchers but Petra from Knit Ink had mentioned changing the water before letting something soak for a bit. I changed the water twice because of all the blue that was coming out in the water, but my gradient stayed in perfect condition, luckily. Great episode, gentlemen!
Just love your podcast Kevin & Ray, look foward to the shorter time! Lol great podcast again, just chilling & knitting along with you both, cheers from Ontario, Canada!
My husband and I have been married for 22 years so I totally get your dynamic! I’m looking forward to seeing your yarn choices for the MKAL! I bought yarn yesterday and have switched it out a bit with some stash diving today. I may change my mind again before it starts 🤷🏻♀️ Orphan Black really was the best series!
It really was!! I think that’s the fun of pulling from stash and swatching. Sometimes it’s so cool to see how colors play with each other…even if it’s not the right project 😊
Glad you guys are feeling better. I was sick this week also. I blame mine on my kids going back to school and bringing those germs home, they have been sick as well. All your projects look great!
Ray I so liked your Brioche Adventure I bought the pattern and shall use it for last years advent I have. It might have to substitute for the Westknits MKAL this year as I am only stash diving for shawls and am about to start a painted bricks blanket using all the Scheepjes Cahlista 109 box set of mini minis! Of course I had to get a main colour as well so the budget has been blown away. Love your colourwork jumper Kevin, it is stunning.
Hi. I usually wait till the end of your Episode to comment; but by then there is so much to comment on that I don’t know where to begin. I just want to say how much I enjoy listening to you. All the content is so good. Thank you.
My boyfriend & I are celebrating 23 years & we are pretty much the same! Talk crap to each other all the time (of course just playing around), but when people that don’t know us, hear what we say, we get the weirdest looks! And that makes it more fun!😂 Kevin great job on that sweater, the color combinations make those flowers pop!😍
If you live near a yarn store, check to see if they offer classes and if they have a regular knitting meet up. Most of us who have lots of experience (60+ years for me) are happy to share tips and tricks you may not be able to find readily at TH-cam University.
I learned to knit from my mom years ago. Knit a scarf then nothing for many years. Picked it up again when my daughter was born and have been knitting off and on ever since. Really got into it when I found you tube tutorials. The main reason I didn't stick with it early on is because I didn't have any way of knowing I was doing it right or not. I would get frustrated and put it all away. So my journey was fraught with frustration. I taught my daughter how to knit (youngest) when she was in college. I look at what Ray accomplishes with just 3 years of experience and I'm not anywhere near that point. I just learned about Brioche! Haven't tried it yet. If you haven't joined Ravelry, do. There is a lot of free patterns there and you can connect with other knitters if you want that. Also many of the makers are there and you can ask questions about their patterns if you are having trouble. I agree if you have a local yarn store, definitely check them out. Most are very willing to help a new knitter and have classes you can take. Once you get the basics down, you can really branch out and do fun, exciting patterns.
I'm a Batik artist and I've been binge watching Steven videos. I've been analyzing Steven's color combinations in the mystery shawls. The other knit channel makers that did the mystery shawls used their own color choices. After seeing many, I realized his "POP" of color is the key element. It is easy to research the shawls of others on the internet. If you have trouble with West's colors, look for other examples.
Ray you did a excellent job on the c2c (corner to corner) blanket, I never put borders on my C2C blankets and if I do it's just a simple round or 2 of SC( single crochet). There's plenty of TH-cam tutorials on it.
Granite is the Italian ice that you freeze and then scrape with a fork. I watched the MKAL color preview and narrowed it down to about 6 options. I am also checking through my stash.
yes there it is again the 9 inch circular knitting needle. when you said you had a sock on the needle i thought yes here it comes the 9 inch needle was the 2nd time i laughed. The 1st time was when you said this episode wasn't going to be that long (not 2.5 hours) I immediately laughed and thought of course ;) and was considering watching this episode in bed because it's now at 1.15hr and it's 0.30 here am The orange series of yarn you made with that gray in it is gorgeous!
Oh my giddy aunt - your jumper is something else Kevin. Outstanding and now I want one. Huge difference with the new colour way. Well done super hero👏👏. Ray did you say you are 41?!! First I was trying to work out what age you two must have been when you got together because I would never have said you were in your 40s- just never. But ……. I am old enough to be your mother😂. Love all your news and updates. Thanks guys. Oh and I have my new backpack - same as Sams but different colour and I love it. Enjoy yours Kevin. Have a good two weeks till we see you again. 🌻
I always say you are the couple I want to be! You can definitely see the love and complicity between the two of us! ❤ also I hope it is ok to say granita is crushed frozen juice in Italy, really delicious!
Love seeing your projects this time. I'm totally doing the Harlow hat now. And Kevin if you don't wear that sweater to Rhinebeck I will be so disappointed! (Well, here's hoping for cool weather this year...) Ray, like you I appreciate changing my knits as well. We are also a 20+ years couple so believe me, Scott and I can relate to the banter!
laughing! 9inches, it had been a while and I really missed it.I absolutely love your jumper kevin and i love your brioche advent Ray and your beanie, cheers!
You both just keep knocking it out of the park. Love seeing what you’re working on and Kevin yOur sweater is amazing. Love the interactions between you both and reminds me of my relationship with my husband of 39;years (geesh that’s a long time😝). Having a lifeline is such a good idea (one I know I should do but often forget) especially with brioche or fisherman’s rib because I’m still not comfortable with fixing mistakes. Looking forward to the MKAL as well and participating in your Westies Unite KAL. Have a great couple of weeks.
I am excited to. Ikm doing my first West MKAL. I really want to step out of my colour comfort zone and that means a bit of orange I think! And your puppy, omg Tarquinius looks like a teddy bear. So sweet!
So excited to do my first Stephen West! I missed the kit colors I wanted so I went with Malabrigo Machita as it’s close in gauge and single ply. Grey, denim blue, and pop of pinky/purple. I look forward to the hashtag follow viewing!
Hello Ray and Kevin, I always enjoy your podcasts and seeing your wips and finishes. You both make beautiful things !!! My question is do the knitted socks wash and wear and last long ? I lived in Stafford Springs, Connecticut on the Sturbridge, Mass. line for 25 years and raised a family so I know you get use of the things you make.
Great Episode as always. Loving your orange yarns Kevin. I think that gradient set would be really pretty marled together with cream or natural yarn and used together in a shawl. The orange variegated is gorgeous too. Ray your sister in law and nieces are going to be adorable in those hats for a photo shoot.
Hi guys - best treat to see a new episode. “Shorter” - we need at least 2-1/2 hours - movie length+ for optimal enjoyment. FOs are stunning. I needed another scrappy blanket pattern and free - what’s not to love. Working on figuring my color matches to use Vintage Lilac…time for Kevin’s yarn to be featured in a Westknits MKAL!! ❤️
Love y’all been watching over a year. Awesome YARNY work guy thanks for sharing 💕🐟 definitely feel like family here on your channel. I’m glad y’all don’t edit!! 🧶🌸🥰
Hey guys! Kevin, your sweater is gorgeous! Can't wait to see it at Rhinebeck. I'll be there on Saturday, but you both will probably be swamped! Ray, love the pumpkin hat! I try to make them for all the little ones. Nothing cuter than an infant in a pumpkin hat. I have not podcast for awhile! Hoped to do it this weekend, but just didn't get to it. Plus still dealing with internet issues. We only have it about 1/2 a day, each day! Have an appointment for the 23rd!!! They say it is a issue with our line.....such BS.....they are out here every couple of months for issues.....First week of school was good, but HOT! We have no a/c and are on the second floor and face the sun all morning.....It can be brutal.....I almost passed out on Tuesday from the heat (we were at a meet and greet with parents)
Hi friend!! I totally agree with there being nothing cuter!! Yikes, I don’t know how we would survive with your internet situation lol 😂 Hopefully you’re enjoying the break from the heat! The mornings have been a perfect temperature 😊
Hi! Ray, I remember you made the sockhead cowl. I am wanting to make one for my brother, who is also over 6 feet tall. Did you make it according to pattern? Did it fit OK? Thanks again!❤
@@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast Thanks! I'm hoping to make 3 of them for Christmas. (Including one for me🥰) That's a lot of knitting for something they can't try on for months. Maybe next year I'll be brave enough to try socks. Ladders are my biggest hurdle for them. Hugs❤
Hi guys!!! Has it REALLY been 2 weeks!?!? Really enjoyed the make along (all 5 separate projects!! & no Instagram 🤷) so fun, and knew I wouldn't win, but congratulations to everyone who did!! 🥰 In the last two weeks...I bought new furniture (first time in literally years!!!) Couch, chair, love seat and area rug.... They said it would be two deliveries, I was good with that....a week later, I cleared out my living room, next day I get the first half... Chair, loveseat and rug...... getting it set up, the loveseat had a BIG rip on the back.. obviously from the factory 🤬....so for a week only have a chair, luckily, it's just me.... A week later, I get my replacement loveseat, it's perfect!!! I inquire about my couch, it's going to be delivered on the 17th......... of OCTOBER!! sigh. Thinking about Stephen West this year but I have SO many WIPs. 😭 So want a kit!! Gonna dig in deep stash, but I don't have many tonals. I adore the baby blanket!! I always worry about newborns and wool though. US sizing on crochet hooks are letters, I STILL have the set my grandmother gave me!!! (I'm now retired 😉) Kevin, the sweater is gorgeous!!! I love the green SW shawl, my favorite color!! I always LOVE the new acquisitions, I always have to stop myself. 🤣😂🤣😂 You guys are the cutest!! Have a fantastic holiday weekend!! It's supposed to be 113°+ by Monday here. 🥵 Pssssssst, during the podcast I was arranging my stash, I found some EFA kits that were "3-skein mystery oopsy kits" I ordered several months ago....one was pale pink, probably my least favorite color. BUT another kit was a pretty purpley whateverish wineish color that was paired with a deep grey skein, that plays well with the pink (OR I can use the gorgeous speckly stripey grey white pink & purple hank that came with the pink kit)..... OMG!! I think I have a SW "kit"!!!
Kevin - that Once and Floral is Amazing! I’ve had that on my list for a while but I can’t seem to get excited about a fingering weight sweater right now. Love seeing what you guys are making 😊
I was the same way with Shawlography! It took me out my comfort zone for sure(I had only been knitting a year)! ButI am so happy with my shawl and am looking forward to this year’s! 😊🧶
Not me forgetting to enter the MAL! It’s been busy here so it’s really okay. I’m definitely IN for the Westknits but I can’t decide what to make yet. I own and/or love every pattern. But do I need another gigantic shawl? Lol.
Hi guys! Love you liked cooked food. By the bye I have had Covid twice and tested negative both times. Still haven’t got my energy back. Knitting and crocheting for a baby shower!
I'm late watching this. It has been a busy Labor Day weekend.i always love your yarn and pattern choices. The little pumpkin hat is ( in your famous words ) super cute!!!!! I am going to start something from The Icelandic Shop. The heat isn't quite so bad. It's beginning to feel like pumpkin spice weather! Glad you are feeling better! Sorry about your toe and dishwasher. You have three choices, pay repair, buy new dishwasher or do the dishes by hand!!!!! Wonder which you will choose?!!!!! You like to talk about Rhinebeck. I have heard of it but have nobody who likes to knit like I do so never thought of attending. Couple years ago I got an invite but I couldn't go. I always wondered what I missed but no more! While looking through TH-cam, videos started popping up for me. Does TH-cam read your mind? These Kristy Glass videos about Rhinebeck sweaters showed up for me. OMGosh l know what I am missing. I don't think I could handle it. I wasn't there and was overwhelmed. Don't worry about finishing your Rhinebeck items. There were people there wearing half completed items and one woman had a hat on with the needles attached!!! It really looks like a dynamite event. Who knows, maybe some day.....but would I make it out sane? How big is that place? It looks huge. Have fun ( I know you will) at Rhinebeck. Will you do any videos or just an after talk? You are slowly inspiring me to make a shawl but which one????? I also watched Sam's video. I asked him how much yarn it held, hahaha 🤣😂😂!
Haha this is so true! We saw some people like that last year and it’s all good!! It’s so much fun being around others who love these crafts as much as we do ❤️❤️
Can’t wait to see your yarn choices for the SW MKAL! On another topic, I’m planning to experiment with softened water vs. water from the garden tap (unsoftened) to see if it makes a difference with bleeding. Any predictions, Kevin?
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Every time you guys say “it is definitely not going to be a long episode” I look at how long it is (2:05 today) and I laugh.
Haha Me too xx
Lol 😂 it’s so true!!
Same! 😄
But Kevin was right, it was shorter than 2:30 hours!🤣🤣
Me too. It usually takes a couple of viewings for me to see it all, but I wouldn’t change a thing😂
35 years married here and my husband wrote on the flowers he gave me "I love you most of the time". I think you will get it! We are happy and have a healthy relationship filled with humor that may not be understood by all...and that is okay
Lmao 🤣 I absolutely love this!! Haha 😆
Kevin your jumper took my breath away its gorgeous!!! Honestly I cannot wait to see you wearing it. Ray I love the blanket you crocheted too. The colours are so pretty. Thank you so much for the Stephen West knitting pattern that I won. Im going to have a look in my stash & see what I can sort out for the Mkal so I will tackle the pattern after that. I appreciate you so much Lots of love xxx
Aww so excited for you!! It’s so awesome to use stash on a big project like this!! ❤️❤️
Congratulations!! How fun! 🎉
Ray, thanks for the darling "Nine-inch circular needles!" Feels like a hug...LOL
Aww 🥰 thank you 😊
Almost 40 year together. Humor is winning and healing.
Thans for the podcast. ❤️🏳️🌈
Congratulations!
28 years with my husband, I totally relate to the sarcasm and teasing. Having a fun friendship as well as a loving partnership is absolutely KEY to sustaining a healthy relationship through the decades. I enjoy this podcast so much because I love your interaction with one another and it so clear and obvious how much you care about each other
I totally agree and thank you so much! We absolutely love doing these and spending time with you all ❤️❤️
20 year relationship here too 🤣 don't worry we can tell ya love each other! I loved Orphan Black and I did not realize she was the actress in She Hulk, that's exciting
Totally!! She’s so fun 😊
Ray, that pumpkin hat is adorable!! I have two friends with new grandbabies and wanted something fun to gift...thank you for the inspiration. Great to see crochet getting some love. Kevin, fade shawl is gorgeous!! So glad you made the color change for flowers on your sweater. Just stunning!
I agree. That pumpkin hat is adorable! It has inspired me to make one but convert it to be a tea cosy for a fall inspired tea party.
Aww I bet they will love it!! It’s such an easy pattern and could probably be done with any weight of yarn too ❤️
@@nefraial I love tea and I think converting this to a tea cozy is brilliant!!
I think all your mini skeins and your "leftovers" would make a beautiful mitered square blanket. Not too heavy in fingering weight, easy to pick up and put down, and Ray already has the random selection thing down pat. I loved making one.
It was so fun putting it together! I’ll have to try that 🥰
Thanks Kevin for prompting Ray to do the "9 inch circular needles" thing! I think that he had almost forgot about saying it that way! 🙂💕
Lol 😂 I totally did forget!!
I have been crocheting for years and I am slowly teaching myself to knit. I love your channel! You are very entertaining and I love your interaction with each other. To me, you are the quintessential married couple, warts and all!
Aww that’s so sweet!! Thank you so much!! We love doing these and getting the chance to hang out with you all 😊😊
You guys should never worry about talking too long, it’s always entertaining! And Kevin, thanks for reminding Ray to say “9 inch circular needles” the right way 🤣. Loved all the projects and talk.
Lol 😂 thank you
First time I’ve purchased a kit for his KAL. Can’t wait to get started! Happy Anniversary! And this may be late, but congratulations to Ray for finishing your degree! I hope you celebrated!
Aww thank you Kim! My first time getting a kit too. Super excited 😊
Hey, Kevin and Ray! I’m a viewer who has “stuck out” (I mean stuck with) you from the beginning. Never have to apologize for a 2 hour episode! Love watching you both! Kevin, your sweater is absolutely beautiful! Ray, I love all of your projects! Thanks so much for the entertainment!
Aww thank you soooo much for being with us since the beginning! It really means the world to us ❤️❤️
RAY YOU CRACK ME UP with the microphone. Kevin I loved your restrained smile when he did it😂
Lol I really try not to laugh when he does that.
I loooove that cream, orange, bluish gray skein. You could call it squash patch because it looks like a mix of orange, white and those bluish gray pumpkins you see on people porches in the fall.
Ohhh you are so right!! I love love this!!! ❤️❤️❤️
Kevin, your Once and Floral is so beautiful. Also I just want to say your tonal yarn is GORGEOUS!! You have nailed that technique.
Ray the colors in you blanket are so pretty, I really love it. That was a great yarn choice for your hat.
I really enjoy spending time with the two of you. Have a great two weeks, give Tarquin a little scratch behind the ear for me.
Thanks so much Dee!! We love hanging out with you too!! 😊
Ray, I really appreciate what you said about working Stephen West shawls. I made Rockefeller years ago, and placed yarn aside for Twists and Turns. But seeing you tackle Slip Straveganza got me to start my own. Almost done, plan on wearing it for a special night out, and will join the 2024 Mystery Knit Along. Really learning a lot from you guys-I have only been knitting for 30 years. Brioche is one of my favorite stitches, too.
Yay, the Slip Straveganza is definitely one of, if not our favorite shawl.
Keep the two hour podcasts coming! We love them. And Kevin you are right - Granita is an Italian ice or sorbet☺️
Aww thank you!! We love doing these so much 🥰
It was nice hearing “9 inch circular needles “ ……it always makes me smile & giggle 🤭
Lol 😂
Two weeks seemed to go by so quickly! So happy when I get the notification that your on! Kevin, the sweater is stunning and the color choice has turned out much better. I think I have to knit that one for my next colorwork sweater. Love the pympkin hat and blanket Ray. The rattle will also be adorable. I love the way you two joke and tease each other. You are one of my favorite couples. See you in a fortnite!
Aww thanks Deborah! That means so much to us. We love doing these and are so glad you all have fun right along with us ❤️❤️
Another two thumbs epic episode!!!!! Kevin … your sweater is MAGNIFICENT. Ray …. Love the baby blanket. It looks like a beautiful mosaic! And, you have inspired me to join the Stephen West Mystery KAL for the first time. Thank you so much for the joy you bring to the knitting community.
Aww thank you!! We’re so excited for the MKAL this year!! ❤️
The pumpkin hat is so adorable! I think a matching scarf for the parent would be really sweet, too.
Aww what a great idea!! Thank you 😊
I am always amazed by yalls knits/crochet projects. The number of completions and yall work full-time!! This week watching I feel so accomplished. Finished a colorwork sweater, a lace shawl and started 2 different
pairs of socks! Nothing in Kevin's level. That sweater is stunning or as cute as Ray's pumpkin hat. Stay safe and healthy.
Wow you were busy!! That’s so awesome!! I’m sure everything turned out amazing 🤩❤️
Hi guys….Can I just say that I ADORE you both! I get such a kick out of the interaction between you two and laugh when Kevin tries to be so serious and Ray looks like a devilish kid with that devilish smile! That brioche hat is fabulous-nice job, Ray…
BTW-ER NURSE over 34 years here! Congrats Nurse Ray❤️
I’m in NJ and would love a “local” meetup in your area….be happy to make the drive to CT!
Aww thank you so much!! Hopefully this year we could put something together! Sounds like fun 🤩
Thanks guys. You pulled me out of a Knitting strike 😉
I heard you talking about the MKAL kits, and i’m still working on mine LOL
It’s ok, I had my focus on other projects and then I paused knitting at all for a few weeks.
My New Years Resolution is to finish (hibernated) projects or frog them, before I’m allowed to even THINK about buying new yarn.
(i failed dramatically with the buying yarn part, but i’m sticking with the finishing part 😝)
Love from the Netherlands 😘
I once did a fair isle scarf in a dark purple and white. It bled and came out purple and pink! Ugh. But now I add a bit of vinegar and color catcher sheets. Hopefully, you won't change in the next 20 years.
Yikes!! That’s so frustrating, but at least you know now. That’s the beauty of mistakes, they help us get better ❤️❤️
Every time you have a sneezing fit, Ray, I laugh. I have the same thing happen several times a day. At least 5 sneezes before I’m done. Really loving your podcasts guys!!!!
Haha 😂 it’s a family thing I guess, my brother is the exact same way!! Lol
I'm a little late watching this episode, but y'all are keeping me company while I work from home today. That said, I got distracted by a noise outside, so I popped up without pausing the podcast and peeked out the blinds at THE EXACT MOMENT you said "9-inch circulars" Ray. It startled me for a moment and I thought my soul left my body! 🤣🤣 Also, I just have to say I love your relationship. The banter between the two of you reminds me of myself and my husband. We've been together 13 years, and I live for the sarcastic comments and witty banter that he and I throw at each other.
Haha 😂 omg this made me laugh so much!! Thank you ❤️❤️
Don’t apologize for any 2+ hour episodes, I love knitting along with them. Your relationship is so real. My husband and I have been married 42 years and we are exactly the same!
Aww thanks Linda!! We just have so much fun 😊
HAHAHA! I have my earbuds in and it sounds so funny when you said the 9in circular in the microphone. U guys make a bad day better! Thanks for the smile!
Aww thank you!! So glad we could help bring a smile or two ❤️
Another great episode guys. 40 years for us next month still rocking on xx 🇦🇺
Nice!! I love hearing this ❤️❤️
Hi Guy’s.Loved the vlog, was quite sad when you said it wasn’t going to be so long,but you delivered😀I listen and watch while I’m knitting. My husband and I have been married 50 years come January, you have to have banter!! See you next time💖
Wow congratulations on 50 years!! The banter makes things fun! We’re best friends too ❤️❤️
Kevin your “Once and Floral “ sweater is absolutely gorgeous! 🤩 enjoyed your podcast so much you guys!❤️
Don't you think it should be pronounced Once and Floor-all, to rhyme with once and for all? Am I the only one getting that? You are so right absolutely gorgeous!!
Thank you Crystal!
Great podcast as always gentlemen. I think my favorite work in progress is Kevin’s Lava Lake. Greens are my jam. And I’m not ashamed to say that when Ray showed my post of the yarn I’m using for the Westies Unite kal you’re hosting with Michael, I squealed like a teenage fan girl 😂. See you in 2 weeks!
The Lava Lake has been a fun knit, definitely recommend it.
Thanks so much for another great episode! Love, love, love your interaction. Makes me giggle every time. My husband and I have been together for 26 years, and we are exactly like you two. Thanks also for all of the knitspiration and enabling. When is Kevin going to have that variegated orange in the shop?? It’s absolutely gorgeous! See y’all in 2 weeks.
Aww thanks so much! Hoping to add them to the shop in the future. Glad you like them 😊
Love your podcasts, especially the long ones. I just break them up into segments. And that way there isn’t so much time to wait for the next episode!🤗
Aww thank you! That’s a great idea lol 😂
LOL!!!!!
"No way this will be a 2hr show" Famous last words Ray!!!
Love you both so much - Mmuahh
Haha 😂 we should know better by now!! Lol
This was such a colourful episode! I love all the colours and projects you both shared and Ray, I started crocheting the pumpkin beanie for the rest of the show. So cute! Thank you for all the wonderful content and for spending time with us xx
Oh yay!!! It’s such an easy and fun project! I definitely have it in my favorites now 😊❤️
In love with newborn pumpkin hat, Ray! 🎃👶🏼 I want to make mommy & me set for my dau & her soon to be newborn! 🧡🧡Love hanging out with you guys while I’m sick. Ray & I blowing our schnozes, lol!
Aww thank you! Hopefully you’re feeling better!! Sending all the hugs 🤗
For the decreases in the Harlow I find it very useful to use stitch markers to mark the start and end of the stitches involved in the decrease
That’s a great idea!! Thanks 😊
I love watching you every "fortnight", I think you're both very talented and a lot of fun. I think you two are a wonderful couple, you just act like any couple that have been together for 20+ years (coming up on my 38th anniversary) and you're very right Ray, the more fun you have with your partner the better the relationship and it's evident you two have a lot of fun! Thanks for a great podcast! *)
Thank you so much! We really have so much fun doing these! Happy Anniversary ❤️❤️❤️
I only met my great grandmother (my fathers grandmother) once or twice, I was quite young in the late 1960's or early 1970's. My memory was that her house was dark and her eyesight was very poor. She did not worry about lighting when she crochet, as she crochet mostly by feel. I thought this was strange at the time but now very inspirational. I was lucky to have such amazing women in my life. My mum and her mother were also inspirational as well as my very crafty sisters and brother (who spins)....
Aww that’s so sweet!! I love that history and family connection! Hold on to these memories ❤️❤️❤️
My favorite part of every episode might be y’all saying it won’t be a long one while I’m staring at the time stamp planning out when I’ll have to break each episode up to fit my schedule. 😂
That orange is gorgeous.
Lmao! I swear we don’t realize how much and how long we talk for!! Haha it’s always a surprise to us 🤷🏼♂️🫠🤣
@@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast it’s a thing at work that you can’t say anything about finishing a meeting early or it being a short meeting because then it’s guaranteed to go long.
Loved your podcast today. Of course I want to make everything. One of these days I will learn brioche but I can’t get the hang of it. I love the hat. Thanks for the inspiration to try again.
Aww thanks! The great thing about knitting is that there are just so many techniques to love. If one doesn’t bring you joy, another will ❤️❤️
I wish I knew how to explain how I knit. It's mostly continental, but I hold everything at the tips of my fingers and really close, I think the closeness makes it fast!
Definitely! It’s faster because there is way less movement and everything flows easier 😊
Really like all the projects your working on, the sweater 😍😍😍, that cute pumpkin hat 🤩. You two are great together, when your together for that long you have to have fun together, I know, I'm together for 30 years now with my husband, we have our cuddle moments and making fun moments, it keeps the balance in a relationship. Hope you have a great time together for a long time to come.
Going to take part in the westknit mkal for the first time this year, made a pattern of Stephen West before the vertices-unite shawl, loved it.
Happy knitting, Petra
Aww thanks Petra! We really have so much fun doing these and enjoy getting to spend time with you all ❤️❤️
That blue in your shirt looks great on you Ray! Great episode as always. 😊
Aww thanks so much 😊❤️❤️
I made the Around Every Corner shawl in a deep navy and tangerine gradient. I didn’t have color catchers but Petra from Knit Ink had mentioned changing the water before letting something soak for a bit. I changed the water twice because of all the blue that was coming out in the water, but my gradient stayed in perfect condition, luckily. Great episode, gentlemen!
Awesome!! That’s a great tip!! Thanks 😊
Just love your podcast Kevin & Ray, look foward to the shorter time! Lol great podcast again, just chilling & knitting along with you both, cheers from Ontario, Canada!
Thanks Flo! We love hanging out with you all too ❤️❤️
My husband and I have been married for 22 years so I totally get your dynamic! I’m looking forward to seeing your yarn choices for the MKAL! I bought yarn yesterday and have switched it out a bit with some stash diving today. I may change my mind again before it starts 🤷🏻♀️ Orphan Black really was the best series!
It really was!! I think that’s the fun of pulling from stash and swatching. Sometimes it’s so cool to see how colors play with each other…even if it’s not the right project 😊
Glad you guys are feeling better. I was sick this week also. I blame mine on my kids going back to school and bringing those germs home, they have been sick as well. All your projects look great!
Thanks Jess! Hopefully everyone is on the mend now ❤️❤️
It is so Sweet what you you do for your to be come your nice, Baby Girl❤. She can be so happy to have you in her life.
Aww thank you! We love the baby knits.
That was a very good “ 9 inch circular needles”😂😂
Haha 😂 thanks ❤️
Ray I so liked your Brioche Adventure I bought the pattern and shall use it for last years advent I have. It might have to substitute for the Westknits MKAL this year as I am only stash diving for shawls and am about to start a painted bricks blanket using all the Scheepjes Cahlista 109 box set of mini minis! Of course I had to get a main colour as well so the budget has been blown away. Love your colourwork jumper Kevin, it is stunning.
What a great idea!! We get stuck sometimes with using minis and these ideas are great 😊
Kevin your sweater is exquisite! I love your brioche shawl Ray!
Thank you so much ❤️❤️
Hi. I usually wait till the end of your Episode to comment; but by then there is so much to comment on that I don’t know where to begin. I just want to say how much I enjoy listening to you. All the content is so good. Thank you.
Aww thank you so much!! That really means the world to us! We love doing these and getting to spend time with you all ❤️❤️
My boyfriend & I are celebrating 23 years & we are pretty much the same! Talk crap to each other all the time (of course just playing around), but when people that don’t know us, hear what we say, we get the weirdest looks! And that makes it more fun!😂 Kevin great job on that sweater, the color combinations make those flowers pop!😍
Haha 😂 we can totally relate!
Love everything you all produce. Wish I knew how to knit. Trying to learn through UTube tutorials and books.
Awesome!! That’s how we learned too 😁
If you live near a yarn store, check to see if they offer classes and if they have a regular knitting meet up. Most of us who have lots of experience (60+ years for me) are happy to share tips and tricks you may not be able to find readily at TH-cam University.
I learned to knit from my mom years ago. Knit a scarf then nothing for many years. Picked it up again when my daughter was born and have been knitting off and on ever since. Really got into it when I found you tube tutorials. The main reason I didn't stick with it early on is because I didn't have any way of knowing I was doing it right or not. I would get frustrated and put it all away. So my journey was fraught with frustration. I taught my daughter how to knit (youngest) when she was in college. I look at what Ray accomplishes with just 3 years of experience and I'm not anywhere near that point. I just learned about Brioche! Haven't tried it yet. If you haven't joined Ravelry, do. There is a lot of free patterns there and you can connect with other knitters if you want that. Also many of the makers are there and you can ask questions about their patterns if you are having trouble. I agree if you have a local yarn store, definitely check them out. Most are very willing to help a new knitter and have classes you can take. Once you get the basics down, you can really branch out and do fun, exciting patterns.
I'm a Batik artist and I've been binge watching Steven videos. I've been analyzing Steven's color combinations in the mystery shawls. The other knit channel makers that did the mystery shawls used their own color choices. After seeing many, I realized his "POP" of color is the key element. It is easy to research the shawls of others on the internet. If you have trouble with West's colors, look for other examples.
Thank you for the suggestion Barbara.
Thanks so so much for the support!!!! Really means a lot!
So embarrassing!! You are just Sam in our house…lol ❤️❤️
@@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast I am so honoured, really!
As always good fun. Longer than some but never dull and always cheers me up.
Thank you Kathleen!
Ray you did a excellent job on the c2c (corner to corner) blanket, I never put borders on my C2C blankets and if I do it's just a simple round or 2 of SC( single crochet). There's plenty of TH-cam tutorials on it.
Thanks so much! I think a simple border would be better than what the pattern lists but I agree, I like it without ❤️😊
@@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast me too!
WOW....that time went by so fast! Loved all your projects and yarn!!!! See ya in 2 weeks!!!!!
Thanks! We really love doing these ❤️❤️
Granite is the Italian ice that you freeze and then scrape with a fork.
I watched the MKAL color preview and narrowed it down to about 6 options. I am also checking through my stash.
Nice! It’s always great to knit a big project from stash 😊
yes there it is again the 9 inch circular knitting needle. when you said you had a sock on the needle i thought yes here it comes the 9 inch needle was the 2nd time i laughed. The 1st time was when you said this episode wasn't going to be that long (not 2.5 hours) I immediately laughed and thought of course ;) and was considering watching this episode in bed because it's now at 1.15hr and it's 0.30 here am The orange series of yarn you made with that gray in it is gorgeous!
Thanks so much!! And yes, it’s been a while lol 😂
Oh my giddy aunt - your jumper is something else Kevin. Outstanding and now I want one. Huge difference with the new colour way. Well done super hero👏👏. Ray did you say you are 41?!! First I was trying to work out what age you two must have been when you got together because I would never have said you were in your 40s- just never. But ……. I am old enough to be your mother😂. Love all your news and updates. Thanks guys. Oh and I have my new backpack - same as Sams but different colour and I love it. Enjoy yours Kevin. Have a good two weeks till we see you again. 🌻
Haha this totally made me chuckle!! Thank you so much! ❤️❤️
Those yarns are beautiful. The ones you dyed and the acquisitions.
I always say you are the couple I want to be! You can definitely see the love and complicity between the two of us! ❤ also I hope it is ok to say granita is crushed frozen juice in Italy, really delicious!
Aww thank you so much!! Now I want some granita!! Yum 😋
Love seeing your projects this time. I'm totally doing the Harlow hat now. And Kevin if you don't wear that sweater to Rhinebeck I will be so disappointed! (Well, here's hoping for cool weather this year...)
Ray, like you I appreciate changing my knits as well.
We are also a 20+ years couple so believe me, Scott and I can relate to the banter!
Aww thanks!! We’re so excited for Rhinebeck this year and can’t wait to see everyone ❤️❤️
laughing! 9inches, it had been a while and I really missed it.I absolutely love your jumper kevin and i love your brioche advent Ray and your beanie, cheers!
Lol 😂 Thanks so much ❤️❤️
You both just keep knocking it out of the park. Love seeing what you’re working on and Kevin yOur sweater is amazing. Love the interactions between you both and reminds me of my relationship with my husband of 39;years (geesh that’s a long time😝). Having a lifeline is such a good idea (one I know I should do but often forget) especially with brioche or fisherman’s rib because I’m still not comfortable with fixing mistakes. Looking forward to the MKAL as well and participating in your Westies Unite KAL. Have a great couple of weeks.
Lol 😂 you sound just like us!! Haha 😂
i have 4 of the fancy boy project bags! every one is beautifully made and used frequently 😊
His bags are fantastic, great quality.
HEY GUYS I LOVE THE VIEDO'S WHEN THEY ARE 2 HOURS.♥️
Thanks Jill! We don’t usually plan it but I guess we just have a lot to say!! Haha 😂
The corner to corner makes the perfect size car seat blanket and will get a ton of use
Hi Wendy! It was really fun to work on.
I am excited to. Ikm doing my first West MKAL. I really want to step out of my colour comfort zone and that means a bit of orange I think! And your puppy, omg Tarquinius looks like a teddy bear. So sweet!
Aww thanks! It’s so fun playing around with colors! Can’t wait to see what you come up with!!
Could watch you two all day and night.
So excited to do my first Stephen West! I missed the kit colors I wanted so I went with Malabrigo Machita as it’s close in gauge and single ply. Grey, denim blue, and pop of pinky/purple. I look forward to the hashtag follow viewing!
Oh that’s going to be beautiful!! How fun 🤩
That would be cute for the babies at the hospital that are born between October and November. That hat is wonderful.
It would! Great idea 💡
Lovely time spent together. Thanks Boys !!
Aww we love spending time with all of you ❤️❤️
Oh My! I won ❤. Thank you 🙏
Aww yay!! Congratulations!! 🎈🍾🎊🎉
Hello Kevin and Ray from Mounds Illinois! Hope that you had a great Labor Day!
Hiya!! Thanks so much! It was a nice break! Hope you enjoyed it too 😊
Hello Ray and Kevin, I always enjoy your podcasts and seeing your wips and finishes. You both make beautiful things !!! My question is do the knitted socks wash and wear and last long ? I lived in Stafford Springs, Connecticut on the Sturbridge, Mass. line for 25 years and raised a family so I know you get use of the things you make.
So far none of our socks have worn through. We usually knit with yarn that has some nylon or other threads mixed in 😊❤️
So excited! Work done now it’s time to knit and laugh with you!
Aww thanks for hanging out 😊😊
Great Episode as always. Loving your orange yarns Kevin. I think that gradient set would be really pretty marled together with cream or natural yarn and used together in a shawl. The orange variegated is gorgeous too. Ray your sister in law and nieces are going to be adorable in those hats for a photo shoot.
Ohh that would be sooo nice! Love that idea 😊😊
Hi guys - best treat to see a new episode. “Shorter” - we need at least 2-1/2 hours - movie length+ for optimal enjoyment. FOs are stunning. I needed another scrappy blanket pattern and free - what’s not to love. Working on figuring my color matches to use Vintage Lilac…time for Kevin’s yarn to be featured in a Westknits MKAL!! ❤️
Oh how fun!! It’s a really nice color and we’re si excited to see it knit up ❤️
Love y’all been watching over a year. Awesome YARNY work guy thanks for sharing 💕🐟 definitely feel like family here on your channel. I’m glad y’all don’t edit!! 🧶🌸🥰
Aww thank you so much!! We love doing these ❤️❤️
Hey guys! Kevin, your sweater is gorgeous! Can't wait to see it at Rhinebeck. I'll be there on Saturday, but you both will probably be swamped! Ray, love the pumpkin hat! I try to make them for all the little ones. Nothing cuter than an infant in a pumpkin hat. I have not podcast for awhile! Hoped to do it this weekend, but just didn't get to it. Plus still dealing with internet issues. We only have it about 1/2 a day, each day! Have an appointment for the 23rd!!! They say it is a issue with our line.....such BS.....they are out here every couple of months for issues.....First week of school was good, but HOT! We have no a/c and are on the second floor and face the sun all morning.....It can be brutal.....I almost passed out on Tuesday from the heat (we were at a meet and greet with parents)
Hi friend!! I totally agree with there being nothing cuter!! Yikes, I don’t know how we would survive with your internet situation lol 😂 Hopefully you’re enjoying the break from the heat! The mornings have been a perfect temperature 😊
New viewer here. Love your podcast and we celebrated our 40th anniversary this summer.
Aww happy anniversary!! Wow 40 years!! That’s amazing 🤩❤️❤️
Hi! Ray, I remember you made the sockhead cowl. I am wanting to make one for my brother, who is also over 6 feet tall. Did you make it according to pattern? Did it fit OK? Thanks again!❤
I made it a little shorter than the pattern called for but kept the cast on numbers and ribbing. It just depends on the yarn but it fit perfectly 😊
@@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast Thanks! I'm hoping to make 3 of them for Christmas. (Including one for me🥰) That's a lot of knitting for something they can't try on for months. Maybe next year I'll be brave enough to try socks. Ladders are my biggest hurdle for them. Hugs❤
Hi guys!!!
Has it REALLY been 2 weeks!?!?
Really enjoyed the make along (all 5 separate projects!! & no Instagram 🤷) so fun, and knew I wouldn't win, but congratulations to everyone who did!! 🥰
In the last two weeks...I bought new furniture (first time in literally years!!!)
Couch, chair, love seat and area rug....
They said it would be two deliveries, I was good with that....a week later, I cleared out my living room, next day I get the first half...
Chair, loveseat and rug...... getting it set up, the loveseat had a BIG rip on the back.. obviously from the factory 🤬....so for a week only have a chair, luckily, it's just me.... A week later, I get my replacement loveseat, it's perfect!!! I inquire about my couch, it's going to be delivered on the 17th.........
of OCTOBER!! sigh.
Thinking about Stephen West this year but I have SO many WIPs. 😭 So want a kit!! Gonna dig in deep stash, but I don't have many tonals.
I adore the baby blanket!! I always worry about newborns and wool though.
US sizing on crochet hooks are letters, I STILL have the set my grandmother gave me!!! (I'm now retired 😉)
Kevin, the sweater is gorgeous!!!
I love the green SW shawl, my favorite color!!
I always LOVE the new acquisitions, I always have to stop myself.
🤣😂🤣😂
You guys are the cutest!!
Have a fantastic holiday weekend!!
It's supposed to be 113°+ by Monday here. 🥵
Pssssssst, during the podcast I was arranging my stash, I found some EFA kits that were "3-skein mystery oopsy kits" I ordered several months ago....one was pale pink, probably my least favorite color.
BUT another kit was a pretty purpley whateverish wineish color that was paired with a deep grey skein, that plays well with the pink (OR I can use the gorgeous speckly stripey grey white pink & purple hank that came with the pink kit)..... OMG!! I think I have a SW "kit"!!!
Congrats on the new furniture!! We don’t have many tonals either, or many color ways where we have 2 of the same color.
Kevin - that Once and Floral is Amazing! I’ve had that on my list for a while but I can’t seem to get excited about a fingering weight sweater right now. Love seeing what you guys are making 😊
Thank you!! I’m really happy with the way it is turning out.
I was the same way with Shawlography! It took me out my comfort zone for sure(I had only been knitting a year)! ButI am so happy with my shawl and am looking forward to this year’s! 😊🧶
That’s awesome that you tackled Shawlography! Really looking forward to this years mkal.
Not me forgetting to enter the MAL! It’s been busy here so it’s really okay. I’m definitely IN for the Westknits but I can’t decide what to make yet. I own and/or love every pattern. But do I need another gigantic shawl? Lol.
Well lucky for all of us, he has small patterns like hats too 😁❤️❤️
Hi guys! Love you liked cooked food. By the bye I have had Covid twice and tested negative both times. Still haven’t got my energy back. Knitting and crocheting for a baby shower!
Lol I love this saying!! I’m totally stealing that one ❤️❤️❤️
Love your relationship-sarcasm in my life shows you love each other! Ask any of my friends!
Thanks Dru!
I'm late watching this. It has been a busy Labor Day weekend.i always love your yarn and pattern choices. The little pumpkin hat is ( in your famous words ) super cute!!!!! I am going to start something from The Icelandic Shop. The heat isn't quite so bad. It's beginning to feel like pumpkin spice weather! Glad you are feeling better! Sorry about your toe and dishwasher. You have three choices, pay repair, buy new dishwasher or do the dishes by hand!!!!! Wonder which you will choose?!!!!! You like to talk about Rhinebeck. I have heard of it but have nobody who likes to knit like I do so never thought of attending. Couple years ago I got an invite but I couldn't go. I always wondered what I missed but no more! While looking through TH-cam, videos started popping up for me. Does TH-cam read your mind? These Kristy Glass videos about Rhinebeck sweaters showed up for me. OMGosh l know what I am missing. I don't think I could handle it. I wasn't there and was overwhelmed. Don't worry about finishing your Rhinebeck items. There were people there wearing half completed items and one woman had a hat on with the needles attached!!! It really looks like a dynamite event. Who knows, maybe some day.....but would I make it out sane? How big is that place? It looks huge. Have fun ( I know you will) at Rhinebeck. Will you do any videos or just an after talk? You are slowly inspiring me to make a shawl but which one????? I also watched Sam's video. I asked him how much yarn it held, hahaha 🤣😂😂!
Haha this is so true! We saw some people like that last year and it’s all good!! It’s so much fun being around others who love these crafts as much as we do ❤️❤️
You are the best!! You always make me smile 🎉🎉🤩
Awww thank you 😊
Trying to use mostly stash for this years MKAL. Do you think twisted yarns hold cables better?
Hi Trudy! Typically a twisted/plied yarn would show cables better.
Can’t wait to see your yarn choices for the SW MKAL! On another topic, I’m planning to experiment with softened water vs. water from the garden tap (unsoftened) to see if it makes a difference with bleeding. Any predictions, Kevin?
Oh interesting experiment!! I’m not sure but would love to hear your results 😊