Grocery Girls Knit Episode 60

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  • Опубліковано 19 лис 2024

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  • @mlsmith621
    @mlsmith621 6 років тому

    I love your podcast. You both are funny and generous. Anytime you share about yarns, patterns, etc. it is such a boost for small business owners. Love your new sock pattern. Can't wait. take care

  • @susansheaffer4035
    @susansheaffer4035 6 років тому

    Love you both. I feel like I am spending time with old friends when I watch your podcasts. And you always make me smile.

  • @lglavender75
    @lglavender75 6 років тому

    You girls are such an inspiration to sisterhood and the wonderful fibre community, which seems to know, no boundaries, no race, no religious, no gender not political boundaries, it is all inclusive. I am an Aussie have just uploaded my first attempt at a podcast. A little presumptuous that you'd, A read this and B have the time or inclination, anyway it's called yarn over knit chat. Adore you both equally ❤

  • @lisaflood6193
    @lisaflood6193 6 років тому

    Recently discovered the Grocery Girls and have been binge watching the last 2 weeks, alternating between old & new podcasts. Love sitting down with you to knit! Just cast on a couple of days ago for the Canada KAL (I'm in Toronto). I also just purchased 2 Mrs. Brown's Bags & the August K2tog (my birthday is in August, so it is my gift to myself). Heading to NS for vacation in a week, so planning out my take-a-long projects. Thank you for all the great tips on indie dyers and fantastic patterns, so inspirational! Love you gals!

  • @koiwood
    @koiwood 6 років тому

    I'd like to tell you ladies that you changed my knitting life and style. You inspired me to knit sweaters and be unafraid to plunge into it when you did the Zadie knit along with Craftsy. Since then i have knit the zweig, two flaxes, Bristol Ivey's Tea leaf sweater, Comort fade cardi, Laura Nelikins Cotton T knit along (2) and a grandpa oversized cardi. working on a linen t shirt made with quince and co sparrow, the pattern is Camelia. Any knitters out there that are afraid to knit a sweater-just do it. you will be so happy you did

    • @GroceryGirlsKnit
      @GroceryGirlsKnit  6 років тому

      Preach, sister!! Wow....your enthusiasm shines through in this comment. Its such a thrill to knit a sweater that fits, right? We have figured that out too, and sweaters and cardigans are our fave things to knit. There are tons of very simple, beginner friendly patterns on Ravelry that are a fabulous starting point.
      Congratulations on all of your beautiful sweaters!! :D

  • @dianamullins5079
    @dianamullins5079 6 років тому

    You girls know so much about yarns. I'm a newbie in all this knitting world. I just don't know much about what yarns are good for what. I've been knitting for over 50 years and have just got into knitting sweaters. Just subscribed. I did the knit along scarf for my 90 year old mom's birthday.

  • @katiedunn7084
    @katiedunn7084 6 років тому

    Tracie, I loved your tip about knitting through the back loop after picking up the gusset stitches!! Just tried it on my current sock and am in love!!

  • @marquesn77
    @marquesn77 2 роки тому

    I absolutely love these older episodes 💕💕💕💕

  • @kathygoodman6159
    @kathygoodman6159 6 років тому

    Congrats to your daughter, Jodi, on her graduation. Best wishes to your son, Tracie. So exciting! Your sweaters are gorgeous! You guys must knit so fast, you can knit a sweater in the time it takes me to knit a pair of socks. I will be 60 years old on the 16th (yay for July birthdays), and I'm finally able to sleep without sweating to death and don't get hot flashes anymore. It's been such a long process for me. The night sweats started in 1992, and the hot flashes in 2006. It's almost worth being old lol.

  • @teresalevitt4180
    @teresalevitt4180 6 років тому

    Happy dance time!!! Love seeing you ladies and thank you so much for sharing. I received my K2TOG and love the yarn and the little wooden gauge thingy ( my shipment comes in a couple of days cause I live in Colorado not far from Hue Loco😊) I can't wait to get August. I love the sweaters you all have knitted, I was on the fence with both patterns but hearing you say how fun they knitted/knitting up I am off to get purchase them both. And Congratulations to the both of you ladies for all your families exciting news. Tracie have a Happy Brithday on Friday!!!

  • @snvazquez724
    @snvazquez724 6 років тому

    I so enjoyed your podcast so much! Love you girls, hopefully you girls do another one soon. Happy birthday to you!!!! Enjoy your birthday Tracey!!!!!❤️❤️

  • @jubbins64
    @jubbins64 6 років тому +7

    Tracie! I just about died when you used the F-bomb! lol The look on your face! I think I love you even more for that! Don't EVEN apologize!

  • @judycarlsonlayton8458
    @judycarlsonlayton8458 6 років тому

    Great podcast ladies, happy Birthday Tracie I hope you have a wonderful year ahead. Love the socks and your sweaters were beautiful, I may even attempt the one you did Jodi. Having fun learning about knitting and enjoying meeting all the new friends I am making even at my age. ps this picture is me 20 years ago.

  • @yarnhoarder
    @yarnhoarder 6 років тому

    Love the needles!!! I always use 9 inch circulars for my socks! Thanks for the video. It's always so much fun to watch.

  • @sueking6543
    @sueking6543 6 років тому

    Another great episode. Love seeing the wips and skeins. The new sock pattern will be fab!

  • @jeniferepkey3426
    @jeniferepkey3426 6 років тому

    Coffee Talk sock pattern is perfect! As soon as I saw the reverse stockinette detail I was like, "yaaaaaas!" I would love to test knit if you need someone. I'm sure you won't but still, I had to comment on how much I love it. The name, the simple texture, the colors you chose, the EVERYTHING! I can see them as fingerless mitts too....wink, wink. I can't even!!!!

  • @reginahobbs7627
    @reginahobbs7627 6 років тому

    I LOVE Row One yarns. I've been a subscriber for over a year now and just can't stop!

    • @traciemillar
      @traciemillar 6 років тому

      Regina Hobbs It’s a fabulous company and the club is so much fun! We agree!

  • @moyraadams
    @moyraadams 6 років тому

    GOOD LUCK, JACKSON. I am a mother of a Los Angeles County Firefighter/Paramedic who also had 2 torus in Iraq as a front-line combat medic (82nd Airborne). Tracie - I know your feelings of pride and concern.
    CONGRATULATIONS! to your daughter Jodi. The best rite of passage for your daughter. The best of life to her.

  • @glendabathgate2088
    @glendabathgate2088 6 років тому +6

    Fingers crossed for ur son tracey my son got in on 4th attempt now seven years a firefighter and enjoys the saving lives etc theyre so brave❤

  • @mistyblue5312
    @mistyblue5312 6 років тому

    Love those scrappy socks! Happy 29th birthday Tracie!

  • @sharonkennedy8612
    @sharonkennedy8612 6 років тому +1

    Hi Girls - You both are so much fun !!! Love watching you. Love all the wool. You make great bags Jodi, you make me laugh so much. I totally understand your "hot flashes", I have mine more in the day, I don't have a problem at night. I'm a little older than you girls, not by much. Hated turning 50, but we should be so lucky we get to age, it is denied to so many. Love your knitting Tracie, beautiful job on your socks. You both seem so nice.

  • @TheMellis01
    @TheMellis01 6 років тому

    Thank you so much, such beautiful yarn and patterns with very enjoyable hosts. Happy Birthday Tracy.

  • @fairydustbunnies
    @fairydustbunnies 6 років тому

    Happy Birthday! Our kids are our hearts! Congrats to your daughter Jodi on her graduation and Tracie on your son's test! Seems like he has worked so hard for so long. I wish him the best! I can't watch the rest of this right now but I will be back later to watch it! I can't wait!

  • @joniskinner7311
    @joniskinner7311 6 років тому

    I so enjoyed watching your podcast today as I am sitting with my sock knitting on my campsite in Marquette, Michigan! It was so funny when you were showing your Shibui yarn because this week I found 3 brand new skeins on Shibui Silk Cloud in the same fog colorway in a thriftshop for only $6 per skein! I couldn't believe it and I snatched them right up! Love your show! I hope you have a lovely summer with your families! Thanks for the happiness you bring! ❤

  • @gayleklein8890
    @gayleklein8890 6 років тому

    Best podcast! That was so enjoyable! Celebrating the 4th with you! Loved your sweaters shawls and socks! And all that yummy yarn ! And it isn't even fall yet!
    Happy Birthday Tracie!

  • @bethrios2782
    @bethrios2782 6 років тому

    I love you guys. You are such fun to start the day with and drink my morning coffee.

  • @brittanyc2904
    @brittanyc2904 6 років тому +5

    It’s pouring rain here in South Florida, what better timing to snuggle up with my latest WIP & enjoy your podcast!!

  • @dianapulido1807
    @dianapulido1807 6 років тому

    That is a big yes on the alpaca, silk, cashmere yarn! Sorry I been so busy that I am just catching up on watching videos. Happy belated birthday I hope you had a great day. July is the best month to be born in. Love you girls.

  • @nathaliepenar7908
    @nathaliepenar7908 4 роки тому

    Such a gorgeous sweater. I'm jealous I don't know if I'll ever be good enough to do something like that. You gals are so talented.

  • @ruthdalton1752
    @ruthdalton1752 6 років тому

    Oh Jodi I was so happy to see your sweater. The lemongrass is on my list to make. Yours is so beautiful and I love the colour. I like how you did the neck. I can't wait to start mine now. Also glad to here it is flatteri g to wear!

  • @susanhorton4023
    @susanhorton4023 6 років тому

    Being a grandmother is awesome.

  • @tinkerpro
    @tinkerpro 6 років тому

    Congratulations on your 6th episode ! !!👏👏👏
    I'm absolute addicted to you girls and my favorite podcast . You Girls get me in so much trouble with all the yard you show. Lol You also make me laugh and make my day ! Thanks for sharing your passion for knitting and yarn. Love you both . I would love to hang out and meet you both !

  • @rhondakehrberg7724
    @rhondakehrberg7724 6 років тому +1

    I skipped the fireworks tonight and spent some “me time” with the Grocery Girls and my knitting! Hubby and son can fight the crowds and the heat while I’m cool as a cucumber working on my Tegna sweater !

  • @lisabrison381
    @lisabrison381 6 років тому

    Happy Birthday Tracie! I got my kit Monday I think, I love the needle gauge and the yarn is beautiful but I got a different mini with mine!

  • @annathy
    @annathy 6 років тому

    You guys are SOOO funny. Only a knitter would say "squish the baby" as if it were a hank of yarn. HAHAHAYou too are the best. I have all the K2TOG yarn so far and am looking forward to cranking out those sock on my machine - you guys need one!

  • @Dailywhatnots
    @Dailywhatnots 6 років тому

    Thanks for the tip about knitting through the back loop when picking up stitches. Genius.

    • @GroceryGirlsKnit
      @GroceryGirlsKnit  6 років тому

      Definitely not my idea...but yes...LOVE the result!

  • @annkathy257
    @annkathy257 6 років тому

    Happy birthday Tracy! Another wonderful video ladies! Thank you! 😊

  • @susancutt5726
    @susancutt5726 6 років тому

    Tracie I had the best year of my life when I turned 49! Enjoy it....

  • @bozviolin
    @bozviolin 6 років тому

    I love the new sock pattern idea Tracie. I would love to knit those too. Can’t wait.

  • @angelaoehlert4622
    @angelaoehlert4622 6 років тому

    You guys got me started scoping out the Knit City vendor list, and Qing Fiber will be there this year!

  • @maryannharlow5172
    @maryannharlow5172 6 років тому

    Great show. I love the Cozy Up Knit girls also. Two fun podcasts.

  • @margaretrobinson1354
    @margaretrobinson1354 6 років тому

    Love the excitement you gals create. I'm having trouble hearing you ... my iPad sound is all the way up and I do have trouble hearing you ... and it's been that way for some time. Yours is the only video podcast where I have the sound full up. I know others have commented as well.

  • @melissamartinez569
    @melissamartinez569 6 років тому

    Thanks for the great catch-up episode. Congrats on “60” and Happy Birthday Tracie (same day as my Mum!)!
    I have a sample to knit for Nicole in July, but would love a shot at your new sock design when you’re ready. I have some yarn set aside for Christmas Socks for my daughter that would be perfect. Cheers & “see” you in a few weeks.

  • @corinnedavis4768
    @corinnedavis4768 6 років тому

    That's it. I own the pattern and now I am DEFINITELY gonna knit it! I love yours! Love the podcasts,gals!

  • @alicekelly4975
    @alicekelly4975 6 років тому +10

    I think it's a rule or should be, anyone suffering hot flashes from menopause can drop F bombs all they want. Shibui Yarns are wonderful, love that sweater.

  • @agonz1438
    @agonz1438 6 років тому

    Absolutely loved spending time with you both... enjoyed each moment everything you showed was beautiful. Thank you for sharing your time being yourselves and making me laugh so much!

    • @traciemillar
      @traciemillar 6 років тому

      Aurora Gonzalez thanks for hanging out with us, Aurora. 😊✨✨✨✨✨

  • @victoriacutler3131
    @victoriacutler3131 6 років тому

    TRACIEEE!!!! I am knitting Birds of a Feather in Film Noir!! It's probably my favorite colorway ever! Am using it in the mohair as well....GORGEOUS!! 👯‍♀️

  • @sharonquinn7045
    @sharonquinn7045 6 років тому

    I love all the yarns you have shown. The socks you are working on are beautiful.

  • @susangillespie2434
    @susangillespie2434 6 років тому

    I loved knitting on my sweater while watching you girls! You two always make me laugh!

  • @kimmysmiley1352
    @kimmysmiley1352 6 років тому

    Thank you! I immediately went to Mrs. Browns Bags and bought a bee splat tote kit 😊🤗🤗😊! Only three left, and I got one! I’ve only been trying for a year.

    • @traciemillar
      @traciemillar 6 років тому

      Kimmy Smiley you are,going to LOVE it!😀

  • @carolblakeley2671
    @carolblakeley2671 6 років тому

    Congratulations Jodi to the new little family members. My daughter had twin baby boys April 26th and they both weighed close to 7 lbs.

  • @justwannacraftCathyM
    @justwannacraftCathyM 6 років тому

    Yes!! Love the Chiao Goo's!! Awesome sweaters you two!!!
    Congrats and best wishes to both of your families.
    And Happy, Happy Birthdays!!! Yay...I'll eat cake!!

  • @stephiescrafts
    @stephiescrafts 6 років тому

    Jodi I would love to see a video of your sewing room or maybe do a podcast in your sewing room.

  • @debracrowhurst5900
    @debracrowhurst5900 6 років тому

    Love your sock Tracie and the name is gorgeous..... I see a sock book in your future and on my wish list xxxx

  • @theknittedlamb7387
    @theknittedlamb7387 6 років тому

    I literally squealed when I opened my July club!! The colors are absolutely gorgeous and the yarn gauge put me over the edge :0)

  • @Emy-Emz
    @Emy-Emz 6 років тому

    You can use the shorties set for the 2 circular needles technique also! You have both needle sizes you need right there! I love my set!

  • @ToothFairyPurls
    @ToothFairyPurls 6 років тому

    Happy Birthday Traci!!! 🎂 Bing congrats for both your kids on their achievements. Your podcast is super fun to watch. Have a great holiday Jodi 😀

  • @TheDivabird1
    @TheDivabird1 6 років тому

    Sistas, ya'll are killing me with all your FO's!!!!! You work and still get all that knitting accomplished, do you sleep?? LOL .....I am retired and knit all the time...and never get that much done...of course I do take a lot of naps!!! LOL....think my naps are interfering???? OH LORT!!!!

  • @annmcclellan8428
    @annmcclellan8428 6 років тому

    Jodi, that sweater! I love it so much. Now I’m not sure which one to do next...Like a Cloud or Lemongrass. First I need to finish my Veronika. Loved the podcast! Such a great way to spend the 4th.

  • @briannejones9080
    @briannejones9080 6 років тому

    I just love you two, you always make me laugh! Thanks for reviewing the Chiagoos, I’ll be picking up a set for myself. And I would absolutely buy that lovely alpaca yarn.

  • @debracomer6864
    @debracomer6864 6 років тому

    Omg the GG gauge is so cute and the sock yarn is absolutely scrumptious.

    • @traciemillar
      @traciemillar 6 років тому

      Debra Comer so glad you love it as much as we do!💗

  • @silkymilkymoon
    @silkymilkymoon 6 років тому

    Oh My Word - you two are fantastic!! (The hot flushes are crazy!! I can relate!) Thank you for your super podcast & playful energy!! It's freezing here in Cape Town, South Africa - loving all your wips etc!!

  • @shareehancock5168
    @shareehancock5168 6 років тому

    I'm so excited to see you are developing another pattern Tracie. Puts hand up to test knit!

  • @rnchimilar
    @rnchimilar 6 років тому

    Needles look amazing have to wait for those must haves. Got the Krissy shawl pattern just have to figure out yarn. spiced pecan yarn love the color.
    Great to see you both .. BrambleKnits 🇨🇦

  • @debbieharrison567
    @debbieharrison567 6 років тому

    I’m knitting a test knit while watching an awesome podcast. Love you ladies!

  • @eternity2121
    @eternity2121 6 років тому

    Tracie I saw you winding the yarn on your thumb, that is so cool. How do you do that. Please make a video of how to do that.

  • @charlotteknox8100
    @charlotteknox8100 6 років тому

    Great podcast, girls. I have used Chiagoo for a while and they are my preferred sock needles.

  • @bozviolin
    @bozviolin 6 років тому

    I’m so excited to go to knit city this year. Can’t wait to see you two there.

  • @alainapickering487
    @alainapickering487 6 років тому

    I just adore the two of you! I wish there were words to explain how great I think you both are!!!

    • @traciemillar
      @traciemillar 6 років тому

      Alaina Pickering ♥️😊awwwwwww. Thank you so much. We think you’re pretty great too.

  • @terrywynn9767
    @terrywynn9767 6 років тому

    Also the ChiaGoo mini cable has an adjustment so it can be used with the small ChiaGoo needles which I love!

  • @jimmersgal
    @jimmersgal 6 років тому

    Happy 60th! Love your glasses! You can't help but laugh and smile!

  • @mikithompson745
    @mikithompson745 6 років тому

    I have to chime in. Twins are amazing. I have two sets (one identical and one fraternal) and my niece and nephew are twins. So we have 2-16, 2-12, 2-11 years olds. It’s a wild time.

  • @libtravis2537
    @libtravis2537 6 років тому

    Love you girls!
    Is it just me but I’ve been having trouble hearing your last two podcasts?
    Tracy would love to t3st knit your next socks!
    Lib

  • @jerrijohnston6220
    @jerrijohnston6220 6 років тому

    We're birthday twins Tracie!!! Happy birthday to us! Woo hoo!!

    • @traciemillar
      @traciemillar 6 років тому

      Jerri Johnston Yay, Us! Happy Birthday to you too! 😄🎈🎂

  • @debnyquist5927
    @debnyquist5927 6 років тому

    Of course I'd use the alpaca, cashmere, silk yarn! I'd like to wrap myself up in it like a cocoon :)

  • @annk2tog168
    @annk2tog168 6 років тому

    Happy birthday ladies! Enjoy your vacation!

  • @clairemichot9501
    @clairemichot9501 6 років тому

    C'est toujours un plaisir de vous retrouver, bravo ! et merci !

  • @TheYarnCloset
    @TheYarnCloset 6 років тому

    My CSM is on order!!! Even making a tube is a great feeling of accomplishment 🎉🐑🧦

  • @elizabethdelong6431
    @elizabethdelong6431 6 років тому

    So mad I was not fast enough to get the July kit!
    Have happy birthday ‘s 🎂🎉!

  • @cosmopink7374
    @cosmopink7374 6 років тому

    If you like the mini interchangeable, another company does make them. Dyakcraft, a family run Vermont company, has 1.75” Heavy Metal interchangeable needles in size US0-3.

  • @KKrochet
    @KKrochet 6 років тому

    Happy birthday, or Penblwydd hapus we say in Wales, UK. I will also be 49 on Monday! Knitting keeps us young lol xxx

  • @cindygwidt3236
    @cindygwidt3236 6 років тому

    Jodi! I died laughing when you said you ate things that you weren’t necessarily supposed to. I use to eat money when I was little and I also ate carpet padding. The smell of a diesel dump truck, that’s what it tasted like. It was delicious! LOL

  • @althaconley
    @althaconley 6 років тому +1

    Hi, your sweaters are beautiful And the July colors for your sock club. Awesome. I missed it for july. 🙁 And that lovely Grocery Girl gauge would go so well in your etsy shop. (hint, hint) 😉😉😉😉🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗

  • @KatoYarnCompany
    @KatoYarnCompany 6 років тому

    You two are just great! Reminds me so much of my own relationship with my sister. If you can't call your sis a B in fun, well, what fun is that.....

  • @bozviolin
    @bozviolin 6 років тому

    I would totally buy a base with that skein.beautiful

  • @paulamoss1403
    @paulamoss1403 6 років тому

    Tracie, I am going through the same thing right now with my son. I get your mama heart.

  • @annieboulton5759
    @annieboulton5759 5 років тому

    Brilliant podcast. Tracie, your fluffy, beautiful loud cardigan! It is so beautiful and soft looking. Make no wonder Ellie loves to cuddle on this xxx

  • @jerrybradshaw9469
    @jerrybradshaw9469 6 років тому

    Any idea when we'll be seeing your Hamilton in Cashmerino Rose Gold? Would also love to know exactly how much yarn you used on it...I bought 6 skeins first, THEN saw your Hamilton pattern choice, THEN realized my 1200 yards might not be enough. I know its too late to even try for even a close dye lot. Any suggestions where/how I might skimp to make my 1200 yards work? You and I are about the same size, I think.

  • @kymburs
    @kymburs 6 років тому +1

    So happy to see your podcast on a holiday so I can watch you guys instead of working!!! One minor comment, x-nay the mic. I got horribly startled 😯 every time the needles hit the mic. Anyway, the sound is just as good without it. If you still decide to use it, just be careful not to hit it.

  • @aprilsokolowsky3995
    @aprilsokolowsky3995 6 років тому +1

    I just started watching you and love the information about patterns and yarn you talk about. I’ve used ChiaoGoo needles for a couple of years. They’re the best. Also, I loved the sock pattern Tracy was knitting. When will the pattern be written and where will I find it? Ravelry?

    • @GroceryGirlsKnit
      @GroceryGirlsKnit  6 років тому

      Love the ChiaoGoo!!!
      Yes, when the pattern is ready you will find it on Ravelry. :D thanks!

  • @kurisuronan6016
    @kurisuronan6016 6 років тому

    Enjoying this episode while knitting and eating large amounts of chocolate✨so much fun! Love u guys!💖💝

  • @suemccord9723
    @suemccord9723 6 років тому +1

    Happy Birthday Tracie on Friday :) Wow, I love your sock patterns, this new one Coffee Talk is also fantastic. I would love to test knit for you anytime, and for Jodie too. Love her hats. I absolutely appreciate your show notes, I know its so much extra work for you, but just to let you know, I refer to it often. Those sock tubes were gorgeous, what a fun way to get socks done in a hurry. Thanks gals for another fun and informative podcast. As always, Loved it!

  • @cindygwidt3236
    @cindygwidt3236 6 років тому

    Happiest of Birthdays Tracie!

  • @sharonnoonan4462
    @sharonnoonan4462 6 років тому

    Thanks ladies...fun as always!

  • @kathykelly2148
    @kathykelly2148 6 років тому

    Oh, please write a pattern for the texture sock. That is great looking!!!

  • @annmorris6575
    @annmorris6575 6 років тому +2

    Happy Birthday, Tracie💝

  • @gailspangler9024
    @gailspangler9024 6 років тому

    "The One With All The F Bombs" LMAO, loving it!!

  • @prairiefirebird9902
    @prairiefirebird9902 6 років тому +1

    Happy birthday Tracie! This Friday is my birthday as well! Hope you have a great day! Jodi extra sympathy here for hot flashes, but have to say you look great during a hot flash because when I have a hot flash I go all beet red and start dripping sweat off the tip of my nose and down my back.

    • @traciemillar
      @traciemillar 6 років тому

      prairie fire bird thank you....HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU TOO 😄🍰🎈

    • @prairiefirebird9902
      @prairiefirebird9902 6 років тому

      Thank you!

    • @erinodonogue882
      @erinodonogue882 6 років тому

      I’m just finding you girls this summer! I have been binge watching these past episodes over the past few week and love you! Where can I find Jodi’s bags? They are A-MAZING!!!!!! Thanks!

  • @lauraarmstrong4601
    @lauraarmstrong4601 6 років тому

    60 absolutely is the new 40!

  • @tgknits
    @tgknits 6 років тому

    I’ve been struggling with knitting mojo your Canadian KAL is going to help! Time to cast on some Fancy Balls