Love your podcasts, Rachel and Jessica. A tip my grandma gave me years ago for perfect button attachment on a knitted garment. Lay a toothpick across the holes of your button and sew right over it. It gives a perfectly even layers of stitches with just the right amount of space beneath the button so they don't get pulled down into the garment as Jessica described. Simply slide out the toothpick when finished.
A shawl is actually a “wrap” in France…a better word for it. And they are golden here! Everyone, men and women, wear them everyday, and every evening. They take a chill off, and elevate your look to the next level. They are gorgeous. Don’t store them. 💕🌸
So funny because I forgot I ordered some sock yarn when I was in Florida for the winter till I got home and found I picked a red yarn color. My 15 year old grandson saw it and now wants me to knit them for him❤❤❤❤. I sure will and can’t wait to cast on. Love, love your shawl and love your podcasts❤. Happy Knitting 🧶
I discovered you last week and I’m working my way through your episodes. As always I’m knitting but I’m knitting my own pattern: mitts with a classic cabled braid.
You can get a spacer that is used under buttons as you're sewing them on. It's important to have enough space for whatever thickness your fabric has to prevent chafing the thread. It's one of the most common reasons people lose jacket buttons over time.
As always I love everything you both make but I especially am in love with the Zamora skirt! I’ve never heard of that pattern designer before and am so excited they have a few cute patterns I now want to make. So thank you!
Such a lovely podcast as always! It's like I'm sitting in a room chatting with you two ☺☺ while watching this today I started learning how to make tatted lace!!!
The petiteknit video tutorial for sewing buttons is really helpful! She uses a DPN to create enough space for the button to sit above the button band. I worked on my coast to coast coffee house socks too while watching :)
Congratulations! The Field Day Sweater is at the top of my queue. Your video just popped up on my feed because I watch a lot of knitting when I knit. 😉
I’m excited to start on some sewing projects as well, but I also have my fantasy coffee house order coming in today so I’m seeing some socks in my future as well!
Another great podcast! Love seeing your knitting and sewing adventures. I was completely ‘influenced’ by you ladies to try Coast to Coast sock yarn in red! Am making Summer Lee’s Maines Coast socks in the Rosehip colorway. Love the yarn. Keep the good recommendations coming!!
I only just found your channel, and I love it! Thank you both for sharing all about your FOs and current WIPs, very inspiring. I'm currently working on Promenade Blouse by Caidree, in delicate muted blues. Looking forward to your next episode!
Rachel, I recently finished a shawl that had the same type of lace border. It’s called Floe. It was ingenious. Love your shawl ❤️. You are both such great knitters.
You can also hold a toothpick between the garment and the button to create a longer button shank which accommodates the thickness of the fabric when buttoned.
Love all the knitted and sewn projects! I never liked short row heels until I discovered creating a mini gusset on the instep. Now the Fish Lips kiss heel (with mini gusset) is my favorite to knit and wear. I’m currently working on a test knit Henley Tee and the Stella quilt cushion. 😊
So many people seem to love the Fish Lips Kiss Heel! I need to give it a try soon!! The Stella Quilt cushion is also on both our lists to make soon! Thanks for knitting with us! 😊🤍
Hi! Another wonderful episode ♥ I was actually working on the sleeves of the 3rd sample of my Grace Sweater (which is taking me forever & ever to make...so I can relate😁) while watching this episode. Your version looks so beautiful already! You can do it! Looking forward to your next episode! Happy knitting!
Ahh how exciting to have several!! It’s such a beautiful and classic pattern! 🤗💛 I’m working on the sleeves too and I started putting progress markers in so I can see how much I’ve gotten done in a day. It’s making it feel a lot faster! 😅
I am working on simple something using 4 skeins of mostly fsrmers daughter sovk ysrn in a green fade held dounle with wooly knit merino in natural. Loving the effect. Just completed Summer Tee by Crysral Hiatt a using reclaimed cotton blend from a twin set I knit about 30 years ago. I never wore it and made the devision to frog not donate. I shouls have reconditioned the yarn first. Most of the uneveness came out in blocking but not all. Hopefully after next wash and block. It is a comfy summer knit. Will recondition the rest of the yarn. Judt ordered a nostspinne to make this easier. I have not bought any ysrn this yesr. Working my way through a very large stash and enjoying. It is fun yo look for pstterns thst match the yarn I have as opposed to lookong tgrough my stssh for yarn thst will work for a pattern I like. I have bern doing both.
I recently made a laulu shawl for my grandmother in a similar colour to the tan of the cardigan/yarn and she reportedly loved it and it was a v fun knit and you prob have enough to make the second size, especially if you hold it with something! Additionally, I totally relate to the knitting something you're not gunna wear for a hot minute as im in the middle of an all over cable sweater in a wool DK
Love all the things you make! Your beautiful sewing really make me want tp start sewing again. Unfortunately I really don't have the life to wear these gorgeous pieces. Obviously there are still clothes that I could make and wear. Your pieces are just so pretty (and you wear them so well!) I am working on the first shoulder of my Cardigan No.9 in a very, very dark brownish green similar to Sandnes Garn "Into the Woods". My yarn is merino/angora/cashmere blend from Colourmart.
@@thosetwinswhoknit I know! Thats why I had to mention it. I love that colour too but only had a hat in it. You two inspired me to stock up on a Sunday sweater quantity when it was discontinued. But then I saw that aran weight yarn at colourmart and had to have it. An aran weight cardigan is completely different from a lighter weight sweater right? You can have both right?? 😁🤣
Rachel, I love the sewn top you made!! If you wanted to wear it to work, you can put a camisole underneath it, which would make it work appropriate!! Both of you guys amaze me with your sewn projects and make me want to whip out my sewing machine! I am not a seasonal knitter at all, so right now I am working on two blankets and plan to dive into sweater knitting after that!! Thank goodness for air conditioning!! ❤
I think that’s such a good idea!! I think it would too! 😊 I think we have a few summer projects to get out of our system but we definitely plan on keeping some sweaters on the needles through the summer too! 100% thank goodness for air conditioning! 🙌
I am knitting alongside your podcast. I only recently discovered you but I love the conversation between the two of you! I would love to become a test knitter at some point, but I do not know where to start. Maybe you can talk about this at some point in the future?
I find most knitters share their test knit application forms exclusively through their email list or Instagram stories/posts. So I highly recommend following and subscribing to their mailing list to sign up to testing for any pattern you are interested in. Test knitting is so fun!
Yes I agree with the first comment! A lot of designers also tend to look for people with knitting instagram accounts or who are active on ravelry so they can see your style and experience with knitting. 😊
Thank you for another lovely episode ❤ I'm knitting the Petiteknit Esther sweater in white (the recommended yarns). Turns out lovely but it's taking a slow knitter like me forever :D (add two small kids to that so my time is limited 😊)
Hi Ladies fabulous podcast thank you 😊 you are both so industrious with your projects and fun to watch .I have recommended you to another podcaster who I admire Diane of the Island Lamb,she is also inspirational with her knitting 🧶 Happy knitting,have a great week 🧶🌺
Always a good day when we get a new podcast episode from y'all! Rachel, did you hold the suri double for your Cumulus Blouse? I know some people do and some don't when they use suri instead of mohair and love how yours turned out!
I did hold it double! I should clarify that! 😅 it turned out so soft and fluffy! I bet if you held it single it would give more of the look mohair has. :)
Another great podcast ladies. I have to admit Jessica I agree with your sister I love the socks with the stripes. Atleast on my monitor it looks pleasing. I just have to say the photography for your finished objects is outstanding. Especially the one where Jessica models her skirt and boots shot on the coast.
It kind of depends! Rachel has more closet space so she leaves her knits folded nicely all year long. I don’t have much space to have all my winter and summer things out at the same time, so I often to store sweaters in plastic boxes in a closet over the summer and then wash them when it gets closer to cold weather again! We’d love to hear what other people do though! ~ Jess
Yes!! Hi from Rachel! 🤗 I actually have yarn I am thinking will become a ranunculus one day! I am super curious because I think it’s a beautiful pattern but I’m not sure what makes it more popular than other patterns.
Love your podcasts, Rachel and Jessica. A tip my grandma gave me years ago for perfect button attachment on a knitted garment. Lay a toothpick across the holes of your button and sew right over it. It gives a perfectly even layers of stitches with just the right amount of space beneath the button so they don't get pulled down into the garment as Jessica described. Simply slide out the toothpick when finished.
That is brilliant! I’ll definitely be trying that next time I have buttons to sew! Thank you for sharing your grandma’s advice! ☺️🤍 ~Jessica
A shawl is actually a “wrap” in France…a better word for it. And they are golden here! Everyone, men and women, wear them everyday, and every evening. They take a chill off, and elevate your look to the next level. They are gorgeous. Don’t store them. 💕🌸
I would love to see your mom! Y’all should bring her on the podcast🤩
We’ve offered, she was very noncommittal 😂 maybe someday though! 🤗
So funny because I forgot I ordered some sock yarn when I was in Florida for the winter till I got home and found I picked a red yarn color. My 15 year old grandson saw it and now wants me to knit them for him❤❤❤❤. I sure will and can’t wait to cast on. Love, love your shawl and love your podcasts❤. Happy Knitting 🧶
23:29 oh my gosh I think I need to design the dress now!! Thanks for the inspiration ❤
I love how the purple mohair added to the sand color yarn turned out
I discovered you last week and I’m working my way through your episodes. As always I’m knitting but I’m knitting my own pattern: mitts with a classic cabled braid.
The red trend is going strong. ❤
Beautiful projects as always.
Thank you so much! ❤️
All of y'alls knitting and sewing projects look beautiful! 👏🏾
i love the color of the ginger-orange socks
You can get a spacer that is used under buttons as you're sewing them on. It's important to have enough space for whatever thickness your fabric has to prevent chafing the thread. It's one of the most common reasons people lose jacket buttons over time.
I will definitely be trying that next time! Thank you!!
As always I love everything you both make but I especially am in love with the Zamora skirt! I’ve never heard of that pattern designer before and am so excited they have a few cute patterns I now want to make. So thank you!
It was such a fun skirt to make! We can’t wait to see your version if you do decide to make it! 🤗
I'm not much for summer knitting so I'm working on my Sweater No. 18 and I'm LOVING it!
Ahh that is such a beautiful design!! 💛
I'm trying my first pair of socks right now. I also don't feel too inspired when it comes to summer knitting.
Such a lovely podcast as always! It's like I'm sitting in a room chatting with you two ☺☺ while watching this today I started learning how to make tatted lace!!!
Tatted lace sounds so impressive!! We can’t wait to hear how it’s going in your next episode! 😊🤍
The petiteknit video tutorial for sewing buttons is really helpful! She uses a DPN to create enough space for the button to sit above the button band. I worked on my coast to coast coffee house socks too while watching :)
Congratulations! The Field Day Sweater is at the top of my queue. Your video just popped up on my feed because I watch a lot of knitting when I knit. 😉
I've made two of those, great pattern - enjoy!
I’m excited to start on some sewing projects as well, but I also have my fantasy coffee house order coming in today so I’m seeing some socks in my future as well!
Waiting for yarn to come in the mail is so difficult! Hope you love it when it arrives! ☺️
Another great podcast! Love seeing your knitting and sewing adventures. I was completely ‘influenced’ by you ladies to try Coast to Coast sock yarn in red! Am making Summer Lee’s Maines Coast socks in the Rosehip colorway. Love the yarn. Keep the good recommendations coming!!
That yarn and pattern combo is going to be gorgeous!! 😍❤️
I only just found your channel, and I love it! Thank you both for sharing all about your FOs and current WIPs, very inspiring. I'm currently working on Promenade Blouse by Caidree, in delicate muted blues. Looking forward to your next episode!
Ahh thank you so much!! That is such a cute pattern!!
Rachel, I recently finished a shawl that had the same type of lace border. It’s called Floe. It was ingenious. Love your shawl ❤️. You are both such great knitters.
You can also hold a toothpick between the garment and the button to create a longer button shank which accommodates the thickness of the fabric when buttoned.
I’ll definitely be trying this next time! Thank you for the suggestion!
Love all the knitted and sewn projects!
I never liked short row heels until I discovered creating a mini gusset on the instep. Now the Fish Lips kiss heel (with mini gusset) is my favorite to knit and wear.
I’m currently working on a test knit Henley Tee and the Stella quilt cushion. 😊
So many people seem to love the Fish Lips Kiss Heel! I need to give it a try soon!! The Stella Quilt cushion is also on both our lists to make soon! Thanks for knitting with us! 😊🤍
Omg! I'm inspired - time to knit some red socks! Great episode as always 🤗🤗🤗
Eee they will be beautiful!! ❤️
Check out the new Sandnes Garn summer patterns for your dress.
Ohh this is a great suggestion!! 🙌
I just cast on the Darjeeling top while watching you girls. Another lovely podcast
That pattern is so beautiful! Thanks for knitting with us ☺️🤍
Hi! Another wonderful episode ♥ I was actually working on the sleeves of the 3rd sample of my Grace Sweater (which is taking me forever & ever to make...so I can relate😁) while watching this episode. Your version looks so beautiful already! You can do it! Looking forward to your next episode! Happy knitting!
Ahh how exciting to have several!! It’s such a beautiful and classic pattern! 🤗💛 I’m working on the sleeves too and I started putting progress markers in so I can see how much I’ve gotten done in a day. It’s making it feel a lot faster! 😅
Enjoyed as always, for my sewing, it is Quilting related - knitting more beginner - going to try a Sophie scarf - wish me luck!! Till next time…………….
We hope you enjoy your Sophie scarf! It’s such a cute and fun project! 😊
I am working on simple something using 4 skeins of mostly fsrmers daughter sovk ysrn in a green fade held dounle with wooly knit merino in natural. Loving the effect. Just completed Summer Tee by Crysral Hiatt a using reclaimed cotton blend from a twin set I knit about 30 years ago. I never wore it and made the devision to frog not donate. I shouls have reconditioned the yarn first. Most of the uneveness came out in blocking but not all. Hopefully after next wash and block. It is a comfy summer knit. Will recondition the rest of the yarn. Judt ordered a nostspinne to make this easier. I have not bought any ysrn this yesr. Working my way through a very large stash and enjoying. It is fun yo look for pstterns thst match the yarn I have as opposed to lookong tgrough my stssh for yarn thst will work for a pattern I like. I have bern doing both.
Amazing podcast. Love all your knitting and sewing projects 💜🪡🧵
That is so kind of you! Thank you! 😊🤍
That Zamora Skirt is so cute, I think I need to make one myself ;) I'm currently knitting a Poet Tee by Sari N. 🥰
Ahh your version will be so beautiful!! We love all of the Poet patterns, it’s such a beautiful lace ☺️💛
@jessica you could knit the Rad Plaid cowl by Andrea Mowry with the Fuwafuwa yarn . Mosaic knitting is so fun
That is such a good idea! Thank you for the suggestion! 😊
Beautiful projects!! Jessica what colorways are you using in your test knit tank? They look great together :)
So sorry I forgot to mention the colorway! They are both dove blue 🕊️🩵
@@thosetwinswhoknit Ahh I suspected it might be. It looks lovely :) Thank you again for the beautiful episode.
I recently made a laulu shawl for my grandmother in a similar colour to the tan of the cardigan/yarn and she reportedly loved it and it was a v fun knit and you prob have enough to make the second size, especially if you hold it with something!
Additionally, I totally relate to the knitting something you're not gunna wear for a hot minute as im in the middle of an all over cable sweater in a wool DK
I would definitely have enough yarn for that shawl! That’s such a good idea! 😊
Love all the things you make! Your beautiful sewing really make me want tp start sewing again. Unfortunately I really don't have the life to wear these gorgeous pieces. Obviously there are still clothes that I could make and wear. Your pieces are just so pretty (and you wear them so well!)
I am working on the first shoulder of my Cardigan No.9 in a very, very dark brownish green similar to Sandnes Garn "Into the Woods". My yarn is merino/angora/cashmere blend from Colourmart.
Into the Woods was one of our favorite colorways from Sandnes Garn! Your cardigan sounds beautiful! 😍
@@thosetwinswhoknit I know! Thats why I had to mention it. I love that colour too but only had a hat in it. You two inspired me to stock up on a Sunday sweater quantity when it was discontinued. But then I saw that aran weight yarn at colourmart and had to have it. An aran weight cardigan is completely different from a lighter weight sweater right? You can have both right?? 😁🤣
Rachel, I love the sewn top you made!! If you wanted to wear it to work, you can put a camisole underneath it, which would make it work appropriate!! Both of you guys amaze me with your sewn projects and make me want to whip out my sewing machine! I am not a seasonal knitter at all, so right now I am working on two blankets and plan to dive into sweater knitting after that!! Thank goodness for air conditioning!! ❤
I think that’s such a good idea!! I think it would too! 😊 I think we have a few summer projects to get out of our system but we definitely plan on keeping some sweaters on the needles through the summer too! 100% thank goodness for air conditioning! 🙌
I am knitting alongside your podcast. I only recently discovered you but I love the conversation between the two of you! I would love to become a test knitter at some point, but I do not know where to start. Maybe you can talk about this at some point in the future?
I find most knitters share their test knit application forms exclusively through their email list or Instagram stories/posts. So I highly recommend following and subscribing to their mailing list to sign up to testing for any pattern you are interested in. Test knitting is so fun!
Yes I agree with the first comment! A lot of designers also tend to look for people with knitting instagram accounts or who are active on ravelry so they can see your style and experience with knitting. 😊
Love love your podcasts!
Thank you! 💕
Thank you for another lovely episode ❤ I'm knitting the Petiteknit Esther sweater in white (the recommended yarns). Turns out lovely but it's taking a slow knitter like me forever :D (add two small kids to that so my time is limited 😊)
The Esther Sweater is so beautiful!! Thank you for knitting with us! 😊🤍
Hi Ladies fabulous podcast thank you 😊 you are both so industrious with your projects and fun to watch .I have recommended you to another podcaster who I admire Diane of the Island Lamb,she is also inspirational with her knitting 🧶 Happy knitting,have a great week 🧶🌺
Always a good day when we get a new podcast episode from y'all! Rachel, did you hold the suri double for your Cumulus Blouse? I know some people do and some don't when they use suri instead of mohair and love how yours turned out!
I did hold it double! I should clarify that! 😅 it turned out so soft and fluffy! I bet if you held it single it would give more of the look mohair has. :)
Another great podcast ladies. I have to admit Jessica I agree with your sister I love the socks with the stripes. Atleast on my monitor it looks pleasing. I just have to say the photography for your finished objects is outstanding. Especially the one where Jessica models her skirt and boots shot on the coast.
Thank you so much!! That’s so kind of you! 😊🤍
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Thank you for this episode, I knitted at my #apastoralsweater by @intothewool while listening and seeing your beautiful projects ❤
That is such a beautiful pattern! ☺️💛
Hi ! Could you share the place you bought buttons for your cardigan? Always looking 👀 for a good place for buttons…thanks
They are from Pigeon Wishes shop on Etsy! 🐦🤍
@@thosetwinswhoknit thank you for the quick answer ! Love your podcast !
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How do you store your knits during warm weather? Do you wash them or wait until you pull them out again? Thanks!
It kind of depends! Rachel has more closet space so she leaves her knits folded nicely all year long. I don’t have much space to have all my winter and summer things out at the same time, so I often to store sweaters in plastic boxes in a closet over the summer and then wash them when it gets closer to cold weather again! We’d love to hear what other people do though! ~ Jess
Jessica, how much yarn did you use for your shawl? I have 2 skeins of coasttocoast and I'm trying figure out if I would have enough
I used 2 full skeins and a tiny bit of the third skein!
keep the accent color too!
Will you make a ranunculus one day?
Yes!! Hi from Rachel! 🤗 I actually have yarn I am thinking will become a ranunculus one day! I am super curious because I think it’s a beautiful pattern but I’m not sure what makes it more popular than other patterns.
Tough result at austin 😂
C'mon sporting kc
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