Summer 2024 knitting plans ☀️ summer camp vibes, desigining, and taking it easy
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- Опубліковано 22 сер 2024
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Question of the week: what are you planning to knit this summer?
Patterns I mentioned:
- Moon Set Tee by Ozetta www.ravelry.co...
- Floral coasters by Hooks & Needles from their May 2024 crochet box
- Friday Slipover V Neck by Petite Knit www.ravelry.co...
- Twist Loop Top by Other Loops www.ravelry.co...
I don’t worry that much about size inclusivity. Yes consider it, but you don’t need to be married to it. Grading patterns sounds hard, I don’t understand what goes into it, but I can imagine that not all designs would grade up as well as others. Supporting her and communicating with her would help her be able to afford grading/tech editing support for her patterns. XO love your patterns! Going outside is way more of a priority for me than knitting right now.
Exciting you are coming to Alaska! I am in Anchorage. Will you be going to Cordova? Enjoy your travels and casual knitting!
Thank you so much for your input! You’re right- grading sounds hard and I don’t know enough about it. And thank you for Alaska! I’m very excited. I won’t go to Cordova but I’ll be in Ketchikan, Sitka, Haines, and Juneau!
Twist loop top is very beautiful and I don't know any similar patterns to recommend. My opinion is that most people will find the size for themselves and your podcast will be helpful. We can't be perfect both as knitting designers and podcasters, so if you like this top, knit it and enjoy the finished object. I will be knitting this top as well and I look forward to your FO.
Thanks for sharing your perspective! I think I will knit it
Thank you for your video. You should 100% still knit the Twist Loop Top, it is beautiful. I think knitting is very personal and so you should focus on what you would enjoy knitting and wearing and not worry about whether the pattern is suitable for someone else. It is your personal knitting journey, do what makes you happy 😊 have a lovely summer!
Thank you for your perspective! That’s a smart way to look at it
Speaking of seasonal plans I'm way less ambitious. I'm working on one summer tee, anything else is a bonus. On the back burner I have a sweater that was my spring project but is now a fall project. Anything else is a bonus. I am considering what my next project should be though (maybe a cardigan)😅
A summer tee sounds like a great plan! I’m glad you’re setting realistic girls and hopefully enjoying other hobbies this summer 😊
I totally get being discouraged by not getting done what you wanted to, but planning to make 7 FOs in 3 months, 4 of which are garments seems like a pretty high goal unless you are able to knit 40+hours a week. Having realistic goals definitely helps with not getting as discouraged!
I agree! I used to knit that much and probably will in the future when it’s cold outside again. I think I knit quicker than many people which used to mean I could get 8+ things done in a season. But I’m in a different phase of life now so I need to adjust my goals!
It's hard to get used to a different (slower!) pace of knitting, isn't it! I find it so difficult! At the same time I'm happy I am able (again) to do more other things. 🌞
I’m glad I’m not the only one struggling! It requires such a mindset and expectations shift
I feel like you can make whatever you want. It’s a hobby that’s meant to be enjoyable. For the size inclusivity….maybe just discuss it at the end when people have an opportunity to click off