I knit exactly as you do! Yes, can be slow moving but consistent stitches most of the time. Thanks for another podcast……as usual love all your knits and new patterns. ❤
Beth, thank you for letting me know I'm not the only person who knits English style and actually lets go of the right needle! I took a class once and the instructor called me out on it! It has caused me to stay away from knitting get-togethers because I was so self-conscious LOL I even considered forcing myself to learn continental to "blend in" with others. However, I love to knit, and this episode has convinced me that if I love what I do, and my method produces a nice finished product, I'll just stick with what I'm comfortable with.😁
@@ladyinredyarn-yvonne1942 Yvonne, thank you so much for your confirmation! Haven't I seen your tag in live chats? If so, I think you've mentioned you're from Detroit. I'm up in Oxford!! Great to meet you - Kim (Mimi is my grandma name LOL)
Wow! Feeling completely vindicated seeing that I knit similarly to how you knit! I'm so comfortable with this approach! Good to know that this method works for you! I'm ok with no prizes for speed. Thank you for sharing. 🎉
I really love the turtleneck sweater! Can't explain it, but the turtleneck itself is very flattering on you. The sweater with the eyelets is very pretty and the Glimmerview is gorgeous.
Just found your wonderful podcast and have been enjoying time with you, your designs, plus travels so much. And, yes - nasturtiums were a favorite of Isabella Stewart Gardner who created a museum in her home in Boston. Every April, on her birthday, long trailing nasturtiums are hung in the atrium of her museum from the higher floors, hanging to nearly two stories. Just visited last week...a magical space!
Thank you so much! I had no idea that the nasturtium installation was tied to her Birthday. That makes it even more special! It's my favorite museum and I admire her drive to make and live in such a wonderful spot. I haven't seen the new addition yet and am hoping to this summer when next in Boston. Thanks for that tidbit! So interesting!!!
She was wonderful and left such a legacy ~ be aware that the museum has adopted timed entry to manage visitors so you may want to plan your visit ahead if possible. Also, the biography published last year as "Lioness of Boston' has just been released in paperback ~ I'm told it may be best read than audio.
I really love the turtleneck version, it looks stunning. Thanks for sharing your beautiful island with us, maybe one day I’ll go to see it, has always been on my places to see list.
Good Morning Beth! Love the lavender turtleneck, I agree it’s very springy but I think in the winter months it will read as a very cool toned lavender and will be beautiful then too! Looking forward to your summer design ideas. Have a great week friend 😊
We have the same knitting bag from The Knitting Place! I was taught to knit at about 9 yo by a relative who came from Bermuda, Aunt Gladys Stollard who married a Kruger also from Bermuda.
Oh interesting! And small world!!! I don't think I know any Stollards or Krugers on the island right now but will keep my ears peeled! How cool! The bag is fun too isn't it? I'm super pleased with it, makes me smile every time :)
Hey Beth! Just love those walking views - that Tribe Road looks so wonderful - I only remember a very limited bunch of moments from when my family travelled there in the late '60s, so it's really neat to get all of these local neighbourhood views from you! Your turtleneck Bermy looks so good! Cheers, Judith 💜
So happy for another visit with you. Love the turtleneck, great look! I was so thrilled to see how you knit. I have bemoaned that I am slow, but I remain resistant to try other methods because as you said, it’s what works for me. Loved catching up, touring with you, and look forward to the next one!
Can’t wait for your Advent now… I agree there is never enough time and so many pattern designs that I love. Bermuda is beautiful thank you for sharing the history and knowledge that you have of this lovely island.:)
Loving your patterns Beth. I am currently knitting the Deepdene in Rowan Summerlite DK (100%cotton) in white. The stitch definition is amazing! I am enjoying the pattern so will knit it again in wool for the winter. Margaret in Vancouver.
Oh my gosh, the lilies at the end were stunning, though so is everything. Thank you for showing us how you knit. I find it so lovely to learn that everyone is not a knitting prodigy and I’m just sitting here in the dust. Lol. Happy knitting and creating 💚🧶💚
Intrestingly, I live in the Easter Lily capital of the world. Smith River, California has grown Easter Lilies for over a hundred years, exporting bulbs around the world. Our lilies naturally bloom in July. They are so beautiful when blooming, driving by field after field. I enjoy your podcast, looking forward to knitting a Bernie basic in fingering weight yarn.
That is super interesting! Wow! And yours bloom in July! Thanks so much for watching and your super interesting info. The Bermy Basic 28 will be published in two weeks, almost there! ❤
Congratulations on your two completed designs, Beth - they're gorgeous! And also on the upcoming collaboration with Sprinkled Fibers - will be looking them up for sure. Again, I so enjoyed your video clips you took walking - lilies,nasturiums, old trails, water views - a feast for the senses!
Thank you Beth wow so much! I am an English knitter too with no tension and hand off the needle to throw the yarn over hehe! Works for me too hehe! 😃😂👌
Great podcast, thank you Beth. Love all your designs and the roll neck is just gorgeous. Bermuda is so beautiful - thank you for sharing the history of the onions and for taking us on your walks. love Linda, UK 💕🧶
Nice to see I'm not the only one who knits that way! That's exactly how I knit, and even though I don't tension the yarn I get a pretty even stitch. I've can switch to continental if I need a tighter gauge, but it is not intuitive for me.
Yes I'm totally the same! Lucky the tension/stitches are even. I also knit continentally when doing colorwork. It works a dream but when I try to knit continentally without a second color, it immediately gets awkward! 😂😂😂
Another lovely, informative and inspiring podcast. I’ve only recently discovered them and have loved catching up on all the episodes. Your designs are gorgeous and I think the Bermy Basics are a brilliant idea. As a not very experienced knitter many of the ideas about yarn choices and combinations have been especially helpful for me. Also lovely to see beautiful views of Bermuda, plus others from your travels. Thank you so much! (From Melbourne Australia) 😊
Welcome aboard! And thank you so much for watching and your lovely note! Melbourne Australia is definitely on my bucket list to visit. I understand it too is very beautiful. Thanks again!
They make an outfit so easily complete. No need for questioning what to do with the neckline - collard shirt? scarf? necklace? Its done for you!!! Love it!😂❤
You have so many exciting things in the works! Love the Glitterview! I'm finishing up a third Bermy Basic, this one for a friend in Navy sock/mohair. She saw my fuschia and immediately asked for one. :) Love all the Bermuda history and footage!
Same! I knit just like that! I will do continental for the dominant color (left hand) in colorwork, but other than that, English thrower with my right hand flying off the needle. 🤷♀️ It works for me! I’m super excited to see what you do with Sprinkled Knits. That yarn looks like good fun!
Thanks so much! I too do the same for color work. My hands can do the continental style easily then but for some reason they don't like it if there isn't another color going on! 😂😂😂 Sprinkled Knits is really fun, I'm loving collaborating with them!
I’m also an English knitter and I don’t always tension the yarn if I’m trying to get a slightly looser gauge. I am a slow knitter but someone gave me the “ gift” early on in my knitting - “ it’s beautiful knitting- don’t change a thing”. I’ve held that in my heart for years! Lovely episode - I’ve never been to Bermuda- but feel like I’ve had Bermuda onions! Anyway thanks for another lovely episode!
Thank you! Bermuda is definitely a special place... Sailors used to say they could smell the island before seeing it. Not sure if that's the case anymore, but a lovely sentiment
I literally paused the podcast to see if I had any top or sweater quantity of a yarn to get a 26 stitch gauge. I am keen to do the Bermy basic as a top with those yarn over increases. That would be so pretty! Alas my noro sonata in stash would likely only work up to a nice fabric at 22, so I will wait for that pattern release. Best wishes finding your 26 stitch gauge testers soon. Beautiful work. Beautiful podcast. I love your knitting, scenic, and cultural content. Will check out sprinkled fibers. 😊
Thank you so much! Noro Sonata sounds perfect for a Bermy Basic with the eyelet increases. Well worth waiting & thank you! So glad you are enjoying the videos, thanks so much for watching! Happy knitting!!!
Love your episodes and always love to see the flowers and scenery on your walks. Was there a string of lights above the field of lilies? I'm not sure I’ve ever had a Bermuda Onion but to me it means sweet onion. It’s always interesting to hear you tell us about the history of Bermuda
Thanks so much! Yes a string of lights above. Not sure what that was for... Yes a Bermuda onion is very mild and sweet. Lovely. Particularly good when caramelized yum!
Hi Beth, I really like your podcast and your no nonsense way of presenting it and the information about Bermuda which looks just amazing. Growing up in Australia we had a fascination with the Bermuda Triangle and planes going missing there, which seems to never happen anymore, so not sure what that was all about. Also absolutely loved that you showed how you knit. I am also mainly an english style knitter (except with sock knitting where I taught myself continental) but I'm not a fast knitter so it was intriguing to see a designer knitting slowly as it made me feel ok with my pace and style 😍😄😄😍
Ha! Ha! No race to knit with me! Yes the Bermuda Triangle sure got a lot of attention in the day. Not really sure what its about either. My sciency son has tried to explain it but it didn't stick with me. Thanks for watching and happy knitting!
Hello! I enjoy your podcast so much. I like to hear your process of designing or even critiquing other patterns you knit-it’s how I learn. I knew zilch about Bermuda before your podcast and now I throw out little tidbits to my husband as I learn them. Who takes care of the Tribal Roads? It seems like they would get over grown quickly. I look forward to your podcasts. Happy knitting. 😊
Thank you so much! Glad you are enjoying the videos and tidbits on Bermuda. So some Tribe Roads have evolved to be proper roads and many now have names. The ones that are still footpaths definitely get overgrown and Bermuda's Parks and Recreation Department does occasionally go through and clear them out but really its all about the foot traffic that maintains them. Some are more woolly than others :)
Love the knits and I am also a straight sleeve fan...something to do with my er, beefy biceps I am sure! Love the history of the Island as well and the scenery! When I needed to try to knit differently for a while (long boring story there), I tried knitting English style and found that I had to do it the same way you demonstrated or I knit much much tighter than my usual (I knit Continental style). I still do it when I am weaving in ends as I go so I catch the old tail using my left hand and then throw and knit with my right with the new yarn. Whatever gets the knitting done and is enjoyable. Thanks for sharing your creativity!
That's so interesting! Good to have both techniques to fall back on. And yes - whatever gets the job done and is enjoyable!!! Thanks for watching & happy knitting!!!
I love the Bermey with the turtleneck...star of the sweater...🎉 I confess I knit the same way you do..slower but works well for my hands...nasturtium are a favourite and I have a large container of them on my deck most Summers. Congratulations on your collaboration...interested to see what you designed to showcase their yarn. My knitting tribe are busy working on your summer tee...beautiful so far! Be well Beth!😊
Hi from Houston! Another fantastic episode, Beth! You mentioned Onion Pie. An aunt of mine used to make a fabulous one, and I’m still trying to get that recipe. Hers was fairly simple as I remember, but truly one of the best things I’ve ever tasted.
Sounds great! Happy to email you the Bermuda pie recipe I have. Maybe its similar? Drop me an email if that appeals, I have it on my desktop ready and waiting to try! :)
You really are blessed to live in such a beautiful place. I love the turtle neck, I might well incorporate that into my test knit for the Bermy Basic 22 as I have plenty of yarn and I think it gives the sweater a lovely, cosy look and feel. I'm off to see if I can locate some Bermuda onions .....
Go for it! Its a fun and simple modification. Sadly Bermuda Onions are no longer exported so you'll just have to come to our island to taste them! :) ❤
Well that goes for me too, I throw the same way and I know its slow but I haven’t been able to make the switch and I’ve tried. I’m happy to say I’m okay with it! I am waiting for the glimmerview, I looked at the yarns and love the combo you have. June 6th is on my calendar. The Bermuda Onions sound amazing. I’ve been to Bermuda several times and have never tried them. Ramps were just available in NJ and they are lovely but short lived. Keep up the designing and love your podcasts short and long!!
Thank you so much! Yes the Glimmerview is a fun one - I'm really enjoying my second version. The stitch pattern is engaging enough but not difficult which suits me perfectly! I hope you enjoy it too. Thank you! ❤
I knit like you, even how I hold the yarn. I tend to be too shy to knit around other knitters because of the commentary I will get on efficiency, tension, and speed. I was actually taught how to knit by a continental knitter and she was very big on doing what feels right and this style is what always felt right. Now that I want to do more complicated color knitting, I'd love to learn continental. :)
Oh you should, just for the second color. For me, as long as my right hand is holding the yarn how I like it, I can really get going with the left hand with the second color knitting continentally. If I'm trying to knit that way with just one color, it doesn't work! How silly! Anyhow, you might be like me and just pick up the left hand organically as long as the right is doing its usual. Good luck!
Thanks so much! Sadly I'm not going to Knit City Toronto. I had booked a knitting cruise and the dates conflict. I hope to catch it the next time it comes to Toronto. Have fun!
Hi Beth, I just sent you an email about potentially test knitting the Bermy 26. Hope to hear from you soon. I am an English knitter as well, but can do continental as I also crochet. I find that continental hurts my hands more although potentially faster. It's all what you get used to doing! Love your scenic walks! Rosie
Thanks Rosie! Just seeing this now but I know we are all sorted with the test knit. Thanks so much for emailing. Hope you are enjoying the process so far!!!
Lovely podcast Beth. In Australia we use nasturtiums in salads all the time , most cafes put them in their salads here in spring, summer. Can’t wait for another summer pattern :) I must grab that Bertie 16 pattern , both your Bermies look smashing
Thank you so much! Interesting re Nasturtiums there. I think we would have a lot of crossover in our plants with those in Australia. I know our casuarinas came from Australia to re-forest the island after a cedar blight in the 50's and 60's. So interesting!!! ❤❤❤
Bermy16 looks very cosy with that turtleneck and the colour is beautiful. I sent you an email about test knitting Bermy26, so hopefully that will work out. 😊
I love the knitting portion but I look forward to a glimpse of Bermuda too. Will you address 'Bermuda shorts'? Or do they not have anything to do with the island? Thanks.
Great suggestion! Sure thing! I'll be sure to discuss. In the meantime - the men wear lovely cotton or linen shorts with their button down shirts, ties, blazers and knee socks. That's our business attire and the National dress. I'll be sure to expand on that in another podcast. Thank you!
Another great episode. And holy guacamole that road is narrow! Loved the teeny blip where you could stand should someone be driving by! 😂 I have a weird non-knitting related question. I've noticed you seem to keep the door open for Luna to wander in and out. Do you have mosquitos or biting bugs on Bermuda?? 😊
Oh interesting question! We do have mosquitos but not many. There is an active drive to prevent standing water in gardens so as not to breed them. Our lifestyle here is very open windows and doors. Its lovely until it gets too hot in the height of summer❤
@@mindykannon4650oh interesting! My Mom taught me to knit but never liked how I held my yarn and needles 😂. I’ve also had teachers who were stunned that I don’t tension my yarn. I replied that I have sweaty hands and the poor teachers didn’t know what to say to that😂😂😂. We all do what works for us eh?!?! ❤
@@bethmacdonaldstone I only hold it between my pointer and thumb. when I knit continental - color work I have it wrapped around everything so I do not drop it and it drive me nuts because when I get hot and sticky it does not move ...hahaha knitting style has not hurt you!!! YEAH!
Easter Lillies are gorgeous! I would love those onions! What a beautiful place to live❤ Your sweaters are amazing - I love your sophisticated style. I’m searching for a beginner friendly cardigan pattern. What would you recommend?? Thank you for all the precious time you devout to the podcast.
Oh thank you for watching! So glad you enjoy. Simple cardigan... hmmm... I don't knit a lot of cardigans as I don't love to wear them. One I did knit and found fun to work was Caitlin Hunter's Gloam cardigan. That was fun and stylish! I've also heard great things about Petite Knit cardigans especially the Champagne Cardigan. It's very polished with a really lovely button band. Hope this helps
Hello Beth; this is Yvonne in Detroit, Michigan. I’m a literal English Woman who knits 🧶 English Style. 😂 Loving the B. Basic with the yarn-overs 🥰 hmm! Can I CO and have it finished 4 the GG Cruise 🚢 😳
Lovely to meet you! And I'll get to meet you in person on the GG Cruise! I'm getting sooo excited! I'm sure you could knit one of the larger gauges before the cruise. The BB 12, 14, 16 & 18 are all published. The current test knit for the 26 might be a big stretch, that's a small gauge... The other size to be tested starting tomorrow (Monday) is the 22st. I'm sure I could get you in on that. If that appeals, please email me ASAP at knit@bmid.bm. I am planning on closing the test lists this evening. Thanks and see you in a few weeks!!!!
There are lots of people that knit like you do. I can think of several podcasters that knit the same way and they crank out garments😅😅. I'm also an English thrower but I can't get my finger to do the flick thing. I can Continental knit in the round if I'm doing color work.. I have tried Continental knitting but can't get my finger to bend down for purls.
Oh yes the purling continentally does look tricky and I hear its hard to get the tension similar to that of the English style. Looking forward to knitting together on the ship! Getting super excited!!!
I knit the same way, and have done so for at least 10 years, I have tendonitis and small movements and tilting the wrist causes pain for me, so I have no interest to changing to continental style no matter how much tell me it is more efficient
Thank you so much for letting me know! I must have clicked this week Thursday instead of next week Thursday as the end date. I've corrected that now and given 20% refunds to all who had purchased without the discount - I think one was you? Apologies again & happy knitting
I knit English style also. I know how to knit Continental & Norwegian style but my stitches look the best when I do English style. I love all your designs Beth and your beautiful country. Thanks for sharing your talent & life with us. ❤
Sooo excited Beth! Love your designs and can’t wait to see your beautiful advent shawl for our 2024 advent kit! 🥰🥰🥰🙌🏼💕🥳
Me too!! I cant knit up the prototype fast enough! It's so fun!!!
Really loving your podcast with all the beautiful footage of Bermuda! 😍😍😍
Thanks so much! 😊 Its great fun to put together!
I love hearing and seeing about life on Bermuda!
Thank you! It's a special spot for sure!
I knit exactly as you do! Yes, can be slow moving but consistent stitches most of the time. Thanks for another podcast……as usual love all your knits and new patterns. ❤
You are so welcome! Thank you so much for watching!
Thank you Beth! What a gorgeous place you live in! I’m also in love with that voluminous turtleneck Bermy- so, so good!!!
Thanks Andrea!!!!!!
Beth, thank you for letting me know I'm not the only person who knits English style and actually lets go of the right needle! I took a class once and the instructor called me out on it! It has caused me to stay away from knitting get-togethers because I was so self-conscious LOL I even considered forcing myself to learn continental to "blend in" with others. However, I love to knit, and this episode has convinced me that if I love what I do, and my method produces a nice finished product, I'll just stick with what I'm comfortable with.😁
yes absolutely! Stick with what you are comfortable with and totally ignore that instructor! Happy knitting!!!
Hello Mimi… continue 2 do you… you’re a knitter. PERIOD
@@ladyinredyarn-yvonne1942 Yvonne, thank you so much for your confirmation! Haven't I seen your tag in live chats? If so, I think you've mentioned you're from Detroit. I'm up in Oxford!! Great to meet you - Kim (Mimi is my grandma name LOL)
@@mimiknitswithlove3273Hello Kim… 😂 Yes, you’ve probably seen my replies… it’s nice 2 meet you to
@@mimiknitswithlove3273 Hello lady’s i’m from Detroit also but currently live in NC. Miss my family and want to move back but it’s cheaper here.
Really fantastic patterns math. We all really love ❤
Thank you!!!!
Wow! Feeling completely vindicated seeing that I knit similarly to how you knit! I'm so comfortable with this approach! Good to know that this method works for you! I'm ok with no prizes for speed. Thank you for sharing. 🎉
Ha! Ha! Yup - no medals for speed but just contentment in the making :) Thanks so much for watching! ❤
I really love the turtleneck sweater! Can't explain it, but the turtleneck itself is very flattering on you. The sweater with the eyelets is very pretty and the Glimmerview is gorgeous.
Thank you so much! I've always loved a turtleneck! So easy to wear and so cozy! Thanks for watching!
Love that I’m not the only one that knits the same way as you.
Yes - it seems to be a very popular style. I had no idea!!! 😂❤
Just love seeing the sights of your beautiful island, coupled with your beautiful knits!
Thank you so much!
Knit that fit sweater is a,free app!
I bought the book you recommended
The knitting pattern writing handbook !
Thanks so much for another enjoyable episode. It’s fun to learn about Bermuda & see your lovely designs. I knit just like you do, too
Thank you so much!
Just found your wonderful podcast and have been enjoying time with you, your designs, plus travels so much. And, yes - nasturtiums were a favorite of Isabella Stewart Gardner who created a museum in her home in Boston. Every April, on her birthday, long trailing nasturtiums are hung in the atrium of her
museum from the higher floors, hanging to nearly two stories. Just visited last week...a magical space!
Thank you so much! I had no idea that the nasturtium installation was tied to her Birthday. That makes it even more special! It's my favorite museum and I admire her drive to make and live in such a wonderful spot. I haven't seen the new addition yet and am hoping to this summer when next in Boston. Thanks for that tidbit! So interesting!!!
She was wonderful and left such a legacy ~ be aware that the museum has adopted timed entry to manage visitors so you may want to plan your visit ahead if possible. Also, the biography published last year as "Lioness of Boston' has just been released in paperback ~ I'm told it may be best read than audio.
@@cynthianuzzo3047thanks so much. Great tips esp re entry. I’m finding that everywhere so must remember to be organized! 😂❤.
I really love the turtleneck version, it looks stunning. Thanks for sharing your beautiful island with us, maybe one day I’ll go to see it, has always been on my places to see list.
Thank you & I hope you get to Bermuda one day. Its s special spot for sure!
Thank you for showing us how you knit. I, too, knit English style. My mother loved Nasturiums and am now going to plant some along my stonewall. ❤
Wonderful! That will be beautiful! ❤
Good Morning Beth! Love the lavender turtleneck, I agree it’s very springy but I think in the winter months it will read as a very cool toned lavender and will be beautiful then too! Looking forward to your summer design ideas. Have a great week friend 😊
Thanks Kelly! I love that color and as I go grey - it suits more and more!!! 😂😂😂 And a great week to you too!!!❤
Thank you so much for showing the video at the end!
My pleasure! Thanks for watching!
We have the same knitting bag from The Knitting Place! I was taught to knit at about 9 yo by a relative who came from Bermuda, Aunt Gladys Stollard who married a Kruger also from Bermuda.
Oh interesting! And small world!!! I don't think I know any Stollards or Krugers on the island right now but will keep my ears peeled! How cool! The bag is fun too isn't it? I'm super pleased with it, makes me smile every time :)
What will be fun when I knit a Bermy Basic is I will have all your episodes to review for your input and suggestions!
StitchedbyMimi
Yay!!! Do look at what the other knitters have done too. Some amazing ideas - lots of inspiration for sure!
Hey Beth! Just love those walking views - that Tribe Road looks so wonderful - I only remember a very limited bunch of moments from when my family travelled there in the late '60s, so it's really neat to get all of these local neighbourhood views from you! Your turtleneck Bermy looks so good! Cheers, Judith 💜
Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks Judith!!!
So happy for another visit with you. Love the turtleneck, great look! I was so thrilled to see how you knit. I have bemoaned that I am slow, but I remain resistant to try other methods because as you said, it’s what works for me. Loved catching up, touring with you, and look forward to the next one!
Thank you so much! So glad you enjoyed the video. More to come! Thanks again
I love when you share the scenery of your beautiful island home!
Glad you enjoy it! More to come!
Can’t wait for your Advent now… I agree there is never enough time and so many pattern designs that I love. Bermuda is beautiful thank you for sharing the history and knowledge that you have of this lovely island.:)
Thank you so much for watching!❤❤❤
Loving your patterns Beth. I am currently knitting the Deepdene in Rowan Summerlite DK (100%cotton) in white.
The stitch definition is amazing! I am enjoying the pattern so will knit it again in wool for the winter.
Margaret in Vancouver.
Wonderful! I'll have to check out that yarn! Thanks for the tip! Happy knitting!!!
Hahahah “It’s a secret I can’t tell you!” Can’t wait to see it!
Thanks! Shame that December and the big reveal is so far off!!! ❤
@@bethmacdonaldstone I looked at the yarn...and not sure it is in my wheelhouse but maybe.....
Your sweaters are gorgeous! I love the little tours of Bermuda. Thank you for talking about your thought process with your designs!
You are so welcome! Thank you for watching!
Oh my gosh, the lilies at the end were stunning, though so is everything. Thank you for showing us how you knit. I find it so lovely to learn that everyone is not a knitting prodigy and I’m just sitting here in the dust. Lol. Happy knitting and creating 💚🧶💚
Thank you so much! I think we all do it so differently and the great thing is every way is A-OK. Yay!!! Thanks for watching!
Love the video of the island so beautiful. As always a great episode.
Thank you so much!
Intrestingly, I live in the Easter Lily capital of the world. Smith River, California has grown Easter Lilies for over a hundred years, exporting bulbs around the world. Our lilies naturally bloom in July. They are so beautiful when blooming, driving by field after field. I enjoy your podcast, looking forward to knitting a Bernie basic in fingering weight yarn.
That is super interesting! Wow! And yours bloom in July! Thanks so much for watching and your super interesting info. The Bermy Basic 28 will be published in two weeks, almost there! ❤
I am an English knitter too. Slow and steady
Wins the race! 😉❤ (but there's no race, couldn't help but finish that ditty 😂)
Truly enjoy your podcasts Beth! I adore a turtleneck and the one you’re wearing is spectacular!
Thank you so much!
Congratulations on your two completed designs, Beth - they're gorgeous! And also on the upcoming collaboration with Sprinkled Fibers - will be looking them up for sure. Again, I so enjoyed your video clips you took walking - lilies,nasturiums, old trails, water views - a feast for the senses!
Thank you so much and I'm so glad you enjoyed the walks. Happy knitting!
Thank you for sharing with me your knitting projects and the beauty of where you live. Have a good day! Elise x
Thank you! You too!
Thank you Beth wow so much! I am an English knitter too with no tension and hand off the needle to throw the yarn over hehe! Works for me too hehe! 😃😂👌
I dont think we are alone with that technique 😂, super fun to learn about everyone's knitting style... Whatever gets you to the finish line eh?!?! 😂❤
Thanks for clip at end amazing walking path
I knit very similar to you so thanks for sharing
Have great 2 weeks
Thank you! You too! More to come!
I love your modification with the turtle neck and progressively larger needles. Beautiful effect!
Thank you so much!
Great podcast, thank you Beth. Love all your designs and the roll neck is just gorgeous. Bermuda is so beautiful - thank you for sharing the history of the onions and for taking us on your walks. love Linda, UK 💕🧶
Thank you so much for watching! Always fun to put these videos together. Glad you enjoy them
I love that you showed us how you knit! Wonderful episode! Thank you!
You are so welcome! Glad you enjoyed it!
Nice to see I'm not the only one who knits that way! That's exactly how I knit, and even though I don't tension the yarn I get a pretty even stitch. I've can switch to continental if I need a tighter gauge, but it is not intuitive for me.
Yes I'm totally the same! Lucky the tension/stitches are even. I also knit continentally when doing colorwork. It works a dream but when I try to knit continentally without a second color, it immediately gets awkward! 😂😂😂
Another great podcast! Thanks for sharing your beautiful island with us.
Thank you for watching!
Another lovely, informative and inspiring podcast. I’ve only recently discovered them and have loved catching up on all the episodes. Your designs are gorgeous and I think the Bermy Basics are a brilliant idea. As a not very experienced knitter many of the ideas about yarn choices and combinations have been especially helpful for me. Also lovely to see beautiful views of Bermuda, plus others from your travels. Thank you so much! (From Melbourne Australia) 😊
Welcome aboard! And thank you so much for watching and your lovely note! Melbourne Australia is definitely on my bucket list to visit. I understand it too is very beautiful. Thanks again!
I love turtlenecks also.
They make an outfit so easily complete. No need for questioning what to do with the neckline - collard shirt? scarf? necklace? Its done for you!!! Love it!😂❤
The advent yarn intrigues me! Enjoyed your walk at the end!
Yay! Thank you!
You have so many exciting things in the works! Love the Glitterview! I'm finishing up a third Bermy Basic, this one for a friend in Navy sock/mohair. She saw my fuschia and immediately asked for one. :)
Love all the Bermuda history and footage!
Thank you so much for watching and for knitting all those Bermy Basics! Glad they are a hit! ❤
Same! I knit just like that! I will do continental for the dominant color (left hand) in colorwork, but other than that, English thrower with my right hand flying off the needle. 🤷♀️ It works for me! I’m super excited to see what you do with Sprinkled Knits. That yarn looks like good fun!
Thanks so much! I too do the same for color work. My hands can do the continental style easily then but for some reason they don't like it if there isn't another color going on! 😂😂😂 Sprinkled Knits is really fun, I'm loving collaborating with them!
Thanks for the lessons about Bermuda. I have been learning so much from watching TH-cam channels from all over the world!
Isn't it fun! Like armchair voyeurism! I do the same and now have such a huge list of places to visit! Thanks for watching!
I’m also an English knitter and I don’t always tension the yarn if I’m trying to get a slightly looser gauge. I am a slow knitter but someone gave me the “ gift” early on in my knitting - “ it’s beautiful knitting- don’t change a thing”. I’ve held that in my heart for years! Lovely episode - I’ve never been to Bermuda- but feel like I’ve had Bermuda onions! Anyway thanks for another lovely episode!
Thank you so much for watching! And what a lovely sentiment on your knitting style. Love that! ❤
Not only does it look pretty where you live but it must smell amazing! Your sweaters are beautiful Beth: love the turtle neck on you.
Thank you! Bermuda is definitely a special place... Sailors used to say they could smell the island before seeing it. Not sure if that's the case anymore, but a lovely sentiment
Your knits are amazing, as always, but that red lipstick is awesome!!
Oh thank you! Sometimes a good lip will take you miles and I love mixing colors. I think yesterday I had about 4 different combos on!😂😂😂❤
Hello from Swansea, Illinois.
Hello!!!
I have been enjoying your show. Hearing about living in Bermuda.
Thank you so much for watching
Love your white Bermy basic. Am finishing my Dolly cardigan by Libby Jonson or Truly Myrtle
Oooh Libby Jonson is so talented. Love her podcast too. Happy knitting!!!
I literally paused the podcast to see if I had any top or sweater quantity of a yarn to get a 26 stitch gauge. I am keen to do the Bermy basic as a top with those yarn over increases. That would be so pretty! Alas my noro sonata in stash would likely only work up to a nice fabric at 22, so I will wait for that pattern release. Best wishes finding your 26 stitch gauge testers soon. Beautiful work. Beautiful podcast. I love your knitting, scenic, and cultural content. Will check out sprinkled fibers. 😊
Thank you so much! Noro Sonata sounds perfect for a Bermy Basic with the eyelet increases. Well worth waiting & thank you! So glad you are enjoying the videos, thanks so much for watching! Happy knitting!!!
Love your episodes and always love to see the flowers and scenery on your walks. Was there a string of lights above the field of lilies? I'm not sure I’ve ever had a Bermuda Onion but to me it means sweet onion. It’s always interesting to hear you tell us about the history of Bermuda
Thanks so much! Yes a string of lights above. Not sure what that was for... Yes a Bermuda onion is very mild and sweet. Lovely. Particularly good when caramelized yum!
Hi Beth, I really like your podcast and your no nonsense way of presenting it and the information about Bermuda which looks just amazing. Growing up in Australia we had a fascination with the Bermuda Triangle and planes going missing there, which seems to never happen anymore, so not sure what that was all about. Also absolutely loved that you showed how you knit. I am also mainly an english style knitter (except with sock knitting where I taught myself continental) but I'm not a fast knitter so it was intriguing to see a designer knitting slowly as it made me feel ok with my pace and style 😍😄😄😍
Ha! Ha! No race to knit with me! Yes the Bermuda Triangle sure got a lot of attention in the day. Not really sure what its about either. My sciency son has tried to explain it but it didn't stick with me. Thanks for watching and happy knitting!
I knit like you do. I just hold the yarn in my right hand, no wrapping it for tension control. ☺️. Loved the Bermi that had the YO for increases.
Its amazing how many people are saying the same regarding knitting styles! I had no idea there were so many of us 😂
Hello! I enjoy your podcast so much. I like to hear your process of designing or even critiquing other patterns you knit-it’s how I learn.
I knew zilch about Bermuda before your podcast and now I throw out little tidbits to my husband as I learn them.
Who takes care of the Tribal Roads? It seems like they would get over grown quickly.
I look forward to your podcasts. Happy knitting. 😊
Thank you so much! Glad you are enjoying the videos and tidbits on Bermuda. So some Tribe Roads have evolved to be proper roads and many now have names. The ones that are still footpaths definitely get overgrown and Bermuda's Parks and Recreation Department does occasionally go through and clear them out but really its all about the foot traffic that maintains them. Some are more woolly than others :)
Loved your walk at the end. Beautiful
Thanks so much!
Love the knits and I am also a straight sleeve fan...something to do with my er, beefy biceps I am sure! Love the history of the Island as well and the scenery! When I needed to try to knit differently for a while (long boring story there), I tried knitting English style and found that I had to do it the same way you demonstrated or I knit much much tighter than my usual (I knit Continental style). I still do it when I am weaving in ends as I go so I catch the old tail using my left hand and then throw and knit with my right with the new yarn. Whatever gets the knitting done and is enjoyable. Thanks for sharing your creativity!
That's so interesting! Good to have both techniques to fall back on. And yes - whatever gets the job done and is enjoyable!!! Thanks for watching & happy knitting!!!
I love the Bermey with the turtleneck...star of the sweater...🎉 I confess I knit the same way you do..slower but works well for my hands...nasturtium are a favourite and I have a large container of them on my deck most Summers. Congratulations on your collaboration...interested to see what you designed to showcase their yarn. My knitting tribe are busy working on your summer tee...beautiful so far! Be well Beth!😊
Thank you so much! Nasturtiums are so pretty. A perfect container plant. Thanks again & happy knitting the summer tee❤❤❤
I have discovered sprinkled fibers and love the yarn too! I am so excited for your new design with their yarn!!
Thank you! I'm VERY excited! Stay tuned! 😉❤
Hi from Houston! Another fantastic episode, Beth! You mentioned Onion Pie. An aunt of mine used to make a fabulous one, and I’m still trying to get that recipe. Hers was fairly simple as I remember, but truly one of the best things I’ve ever tasted.
Sounds great! Happy to email you the Bermuda pie recipe I have. Maybe its similar? Drop me an email if that appeals, I have it on my desktop ready and waiting to try! :)
You really are blessed to live in such a beautiful place. I love the turtle neck, I might well incorporate that into my test knit for the Bermy Basic 22 as I have plenty of yarn and I think it gives the sweater a lovely, cosy look and feel. I'm off to see if I can locate some Bermuda onions .....
Go for it! Its a fun and simple modification. Sadly Bermuda Onions are no longer exported so you'll just have to come to our island to taste them! :) ❤
Well that goes for me too, I throw the same way and I know its slow but I haven’t been able to make the switch and I’ve tried. I’m happy to say I’m okay with it! I am waiting for the glimmerview, I looked at the yarns and love the combo you have. June 6th is on my calendar. The Bermuda Onions sound amazing. I’ve been to Bermuda several times and have never tried them. Ramps were just available in NJ and they are lovely but short lived. Keep up the designing and love your podcasts short and long!!
Thank you so much! Yes the Glimmerview is a fun one - I'm really enjoying my second version. The stitch pattern is engaging enough but not difficult which suits me perfectly! I hope you enjoy it too. Thank you! ❤
I knit like you, even how I hold the yarn. I tend to be too shy to knit around other knitters because of the commentary I will get on efficiency, tension, and speed. I was actually taught how to knit by a continental knitter and she was very big on doing what feels right and this style is what always felt right. Now that I want to do more complicated color knitting, I'd love to learn continental. :)
Oh you should, just for the second color. For me, as long as my right hand is holding the yarn how I like it, I can really get going with the left hand with the second color knitting continentally. If I'm trying to knit that way with just one color, it doesn't work! How silly! Anyhow, you might be like me and just pick up the left hand organically as long as the right is doing its usual. Good luck!
I so enjoy your podcast and giving a taste of Bermuda to us all. Hope I get to see you at knit city Toronto Coming from northern Michigan
Thanks so much! Sadly I'm not going to Knit City Toronto. I had booked a knitting cruise and the dates conflict. I hope to catch it the next time it comes to Toronto. Have fun!
Hi Beth, I just sent you an email about potentially test knitting the Bermy 26. Hope to hear from you soon.
I am an English knitter as well, but can do continental as I also crochet. I find that continental hurts my hands more although potentially faster. It's all what you get used to doing! Love your scenic walks! Rosie
Thanks Rosie! Just seeing this now but I know we are all sorted with the test knit. Thanks so much for emailing. Hope you are enjoying the process so far!!!
The hat is named INA by Elena Dimchevska. The book 52 weeks of accessories is published by Lain Publishing, if anyone is interested.
Thanks - information for all patterns discussed is in the notes below the video.
Lovely podcast Beth. In Australia we use nasturtiums in salads all the time , most cafes put them in their salads here in spring, summer.
Can’t wait for another summer pattern :)
I must grab that Bertie 16 pattern , both your Bermies look smashing
Thank you so much! Interesting re Nasturtiums there. I think we would have a lot of crossover in our plants with those in Australia. I know our casuarinas came from Australia to re-forest the island after a cedar blight in the 50's and 60's. So interesting!!! ❤❤❤
@@bethmacdonaldstone yes similar climates . :)
Bermy16 looks very cosy with that turtleneck and the colour is beautiful. I sent you an email about test knitting Bermy26, so hopefully that will work out. 😊
Great! Thank you! I've just replied to all the emails that came in through the night. I hope I got back to yours! Thank you so much for your interest!
I love the knitting portion but I look forward to a glimpse of Bermuda too. Will you address 'Bermuda shorts'? Or do they not have anything to do with the island? Thanks.
Great suggestion! Sure thing! I'll be sure to discuss. In the meantime - the men wear lovely cotton or linen shorts with their button down shirts, ties, blazers and knee socks. That's our business attire and the National dress. I'll be sure to expand on that in another podcast. Thank you!
Another great episode. And holy guacamole that road is narrow! Loved the teeny blip where you could stand should someone be driving by! 😂 I have a weird non-knitting related question. I've noticed you seem to keep the door open for Luna to wander in and out. Do you have mosquitos or biting bugs on Bermuda?? 😊
Oh interesting question! We do have mosquitos but not many. There is an active drive to prevent standing water in gardens so as not to breed them. Our lifestyle here is very open windows and doors. Its lovely until it gets too hot in the height of summer❤
Oh and yes... The Isabel Gardner Museum is famous for their trailing nasturtiums! It's worth seeing if you're ever in Boston or at least googling! 😊
I love the museum and have always wanted to see that installation in person. The photos look amazing! ❤
I knit the exact same way!
So cool!
@@bethmacdonaldstone It seems to me like traditional knitting style....
@@mindykannon4650oh interesting! My Mom taught me to knit but never liked how I held my yarn and needles 😂. I’ve also had teachers who were stunned that I don’t tension my yarn. I replied that I have sweaty hands and the poor teachers didn’t know what to say to that😂😂😂. We all do what works for us eh?!?! ❤
@@bethmacdonaldstone I only hold it between my pointer and thumb. when I knit continental - color work I have it wrapped around everything so I do not drop it and it drive me nuts because when I get hot and sticky it does not move ...hahaha knitting style has not hurt you!!! YEAH!
Easter Lillies are gorgeous! I would love those onions! What a beautiful place to live❤ Your sweaters are amazing - I love your sophisticated style. I’m searching for a beginner friendly cardigan pattern. What would you recommend??
Thank you for all the precious time you devout to the podcast.
Oh thank you for watching! So glad you enjoy. Simple cardigan... hmmm... I don't knit a lot of cardigans as I don't love to wear them. One I did knit and found fun to work was Caitlin Hunter's Gloam cardigan. That was fun and stylish! I've also heard great things about Petite Knit cardigans especially the Champagne Cardigan. It's very polished with a really lovely button band. Hope this helps
Hello Beth; this is Yvonne in Detroit, Michigan. I’m a literal English Woman who knits 🧶 English Style. 😂 Loving the B. Basic with the yarn-overs 🥰 hmm! Can I CO and have it finished 4 the GG Cruise 🚢 😳
Lovely to meet you! And I'll get to meet you in person on the GG Cruise! I'm getting sooo excited! I'm sure you could knit one of the larger gauges before the cruise. The BB 12, 14, 16 & 18 are all published. The current test knit for the 26 might be a big stretch, that's a small gauge... The other size to be tested starting tomorrow (Monday) is the 22st. I'm sure I could get you in on that. If that appeals, please email me ASAP at knit@bmid.bm. I am planning on closing the test lists this evening.
Thanks and see you in a few weeks!!!!
There are lots of people that knit like you do. I can think of several podcasters that knit the same way and they crank out garments😅😅. I'm also an English thrower but I can't get my finger to do the flick thing. I can Continental knit in the round if I'm doing color work.. I have tried Continental knitting but can't get my finger to bend down for purls.
Oh yes the purling continentally does look tricky and I hear its hard to get the tension similar to that of the English style. Looking forward to knitting together on the ship! Getting super excited!!!
@@bethmacdonaldstone me too Beth! ❤️
I love nasturtiums, but here on southern Ontario, they don't grow like weeds. They have to be seeded/planted every year.
Oh yes, I'm sure they dont like the long cold winters. Worth the effort though... Thanks for watching!
I knit the same way, and have done so for at least 10 years, I have tendonitis and small movements and tilting the wrist causes pain for me, so I have no interest to changing to continental style no matter how much tell me it is more efficient
Oh how interesting! Good to know that this style helps with tendonitis. Thanks & take care. Happy knitting!
Trying to purchase your Bermy16 pattern with Paypal, will not go thru
Help
Hmmm not sure what to say or do from here. Maybe try again in a bit and if still a problem reach out to either Ravelry or PayPal? Good luck!
The dicount does not work
Thank you so much for letting me know! I must have clicked this week Thursday instead of next week Thursday as the end date. I've corrected that now and given 20% refunds to all who had purchased without the discount - I think one was you? Apologies again & happy knitting
I knit English style also. I know how to knit Continental & Norwegian style but my stitches look the best when I do English style. I love all your designs Beth and your beautiful country. Thanks for sharing your talent & life with us. ❤
@@patiharville8210 Thank you so much! Glad you enjoy the designs and the video. Thanks for watching!
I love your content but the "um" is a lot. Please know that you're doing great and can relax. Love your content and patterns.
Thank you for watching!
I knit exactly the same way!
Yay!!!🎉🎉🎉