A tip for picking up a certain amount of stitches around an armhole: i place a removable marker at the top (12 o'clock), bottom (6 o'clock), and a marker in between those 2 (one at 9 o'clock and one at 3 o'clock). That way it's easier to see how many stitches to pick up evenly between the markers by dividing the amount of total stitches you need by 4. Saves time and no starting over if you get it wrong. I'll be making this vest after the new year. Thanks for creating this beautiful pattern for us!
@judithmuscroft8177 You're so welcome! I've been knitting for 62 years, and I still learn new things! And I agree, we, as knitters, have the best community.
Thank you for the video, Leslie! This is great! I just bought your pattern and this video will be so helpful when I’m ready to knit the vest. (I’ve committed to the butterfly blanket for a coworker first and your shrugs for my nieces.) Merry Christmas!
Leslie, I fractured my wrist in April, had surgery, therapy and began the healing process.. During this time I could not knit either!! Then developed carpal tunnel from the wrist surgery, had surgery again!! Just now able to knit( like you , I knitted every day!! I really want to knit this vest!! Thank you for your podcasts, love knitting with you❤
Oh wow!!! That was one long road you were on! I’m so sorry! I’m glad you are knitting again! And I hope that you are feeling great! Happy knitting sweet friend!!!❤️
Thank you for putting this video together for all of us- I have not made a proper fitted garment yet in my knitting journey. This will be my first! I feel like it's my stepping stone into knitting sweaters.
I always enjoy ur podcasts, but this one was a wonderful addition. TU ❤❤❤You & ur family have a save & wonderful holiday. I will get the yarn & pattern, for after Christmas
Such a perfect vest. I’m on my way to get mine. Also what a fun surprise when I saw you linked my Etsy shop and showed my little needle toppers … you are the best my friend. Thank you sooooo much. You are so good at sharing with other makers and I’m so lucky to be one of them . Sending you a big hug. 😘💖
Gorgeous garment. Cannot wait to start. Pattern bought and ready to go but unfortunately cannot locate Onling yarn in Canada. Can you let me know where to purchase in US or any comparable yarn substitution? Love your tutorial!
I can’t wait to start my vest! By the way, love your hair in a little longer bob. Looks great! Merry Christmas to you and your family, sending hugs! Liz
@ I am always looking at people’s hair! Way back in Methuselah’s day I was a hairdresser, today I just pretend to be one! We always knitted and crocheted when we weren’t busy.
Thanks for a beautiful pattern and a wonderful video. I didn’t see the link for the labels for the back of the garments, can you please add it? Thanks!
I've made three Stockholm vests. I don't think the pattern was particularly well written. I just purchased yours and can't wait to give it a go. I love the way you style it.
Lovely pattern! Thank you for this instructional video, it’s very helpful. I’ve never knit this construction before, it doesn’t use short rows due to the way the back is constructed I’m presuming? , thank you Bridget
That is SO exciting! Have fun choosing a color. It's so much fun. Thank you for the trust and please reach out if you have any issues! I hope you fall in love with your Hello Friend! xx
It’s always a pleasure when one of your videos pops up, & this one is particularly excellent. Thank you I am impressed by how many projects you create! I know you say you knit every day, but I’d love to know how much actual time you spend. For me to achieve your output, I would have to knit at least 20 hours a day!
A tip for picking up a certain amount of stitches around an armhole: i place a removable marker at the top (12 o'clock), bottom (6 o'clock), and a marker in between those 2 (one at 9 o'clock and one at 3 o'clock). That way it's easier to see how many stitches to pick up evenly between the markers by dividing the amount of total stitches you need by 4. Saves time and no starting over if you get it wrong. I'll be making this vest after the new year. Thanks for creating this beautiful pattern for us!
@@vanessalumbra9409 what a great idea!! Thank you! And “no I would not have thought of it!” I love this community of makers!
@judithmuscroft8177 You're so welcome! I've been knitting for 62 years, and I still learn new things! And I agree, we, as knitters, have the best community.
Thank you for the tip! That is a fab idea!!! Happy knitting! xx 🩷🩷🩷
I did that exact same thing when I made the Stockholm vest.
Thank you 🙏!
Hi Leslie I love your Vest pattern...but what I really enjoyed was the video explaining everything I wish more designers would do this...Thanks...
I truly wanted someone to feel like they were knitting with a friend! 🩷🩷🩷 happy knitting friend!
You are a fabulous teacher. Thank you for taking the time to demonstrate how knitting can be fun and successful for us beginners.
Awe! I sure hope this can help! Thanks friend!🩷🩷🩷
Thank you for the video, Leslie! This is great! I just bought your pattern and this video will be so helpful when I’m ready to knit the vest. (I’ve committed to the butterfly blanket for a coworker first and your shrugs for my nieces.) Merry Christmas!
Awe! Thank you Sarah!!! I truly hope it helps and you feel as if you are knitting with a friend! 🩷
Leslie,
I fractured my wrist in April, had surgery, therapy and began the healing process.. During this time I could not knit either!! Then developed carpal tunnel from the wrist surgery, had surgery again!! Just now able to knit( like you , I knitted every day!! I really want to knit this vest!! Thank you for your podcasts, love knitting with you❤
Oh wow!!! That was one long road you were on! I’m so sorry! I’m glad you are knitting again! And I hope that you are feeling great! Happy knitting sweet friend!!!❤️
Thank you for putting this video together for all of us- I have not made a proper fitted garment yet in my knitting journey. This will be my first! I feel like it's my stepping stone into knitting sweaters.
Awe! You’ve got this! I’m so excited for you and your knit journey!🩷🩷🩷
OMG I am so excited! I’ve only watched a bit of this tutorial but can already tell how great a teacher you will be! Thank you!
Awe! Thank you so much! Happy knitting! xx🩷
Thanks for a beautiful tutorial and pattern.
I LOVE Onling No1 yarn!
Thank you so much Leslie. I’m so happy to have just bought your vest. 💕
Awe! Julie! Thank you so much for the purchase! I hope you like it! Happy knitting sweet friend! 🩷
I always enjoy ur podcasts, but this one was a wonderful addition. TU ❤❤❤You & ur family have a save & wonderful holiday. I will get the yarn & pattern, for after Christmas
Thank you so much! Happy knitting sweet friend! xx🩷
Such a perfect vest. I’m on my way to get mine. Also what a fun surprise when I saw you linked my Etsy shop and showed my little needle toppers … you are the best my friend. Thank you sooooo much. You are so good at sharing with other makers and I’m so lucky to be one of them . Sending you a big hug. 😘💖
Awe! Well I think everyone needs your needle toppers Taci! Thank you so much for being a friend to knit with. Sending love Taci! 🩷
Thank you so much Leslie for this. It is very helpful. Have watched you for quite a while.
Awe! Thank you so much Patsy!!!! You are a true friend to knit with!🩷🩷🩷
Love the fact you made the tutorial- that's why I bought it! Thanks so very much! Happy Holidays!
Thank you so much! Happy knitting! xx🩷🩷🩷
Oh I’m so excited - I want this vest so badly!
Yay! Thank you so much Judith! Happy knitting friend! xx
I am so excited for this! Haven’t even watched it yet but added it to my “saved for later” for when I’m off work. Thanks for sharing this!
Awe! Thank you so much! Happy knitting friend! xx
Thank you Leslie. Really appreciate the styling tips too. ❤
Yay! Thank you! Happy knitting friend!🩷
Thank you for this video…I love the tips ❤ and the instructions. Love 💕 it.😊
Yay! Thank you friend! 🩷
Beautiful ❤❤❤
Gorgeous garment. Cannot wait to start. Pattern bought and ready to go but unfortunately cannot locate Onling yarn in Canada. Can you let me know where to purchase in US or any comparable yarn substitution? Love your tutorial!
Congratulations on a fabulous pattern and tutorial!
Thank you so much!!!! Happy knitting!🩷
I can’t wait to start my vest! By the way, love your hair in a little longer bob. Looks great! Merry Christmas to you and your family, sending hugs! Liz
Thank you Liz! So sweet of you to say about my hair! Happy knitting friend! xx🩷🩷🩷
@ I am always looking at people’s hair! Way back in Methuselah’s day I was a hairdresser, today I just pretend to be one! We always knitted and crocheted when we weren’t busy.
✅ Thanks for great video. It’s so nice to see your many samples and detailed instructions. Have great Christmas 👍🧶🇨🇦
Yay! Thank you! I want whoever wants to make this to know the possibilities are endless! Happy knitting sweet friend! xx
I purchased the pattern tonight and I’ve started the videos are a excellent resource
Yay!!! That makes me so sos happy! Thank you so much! 🩷🩷🩷
What a wonderful tutorial!
Awe thank you so much!! Happy knitting friend! xx
Awesome!!! Love this vest!! Thanks so much !!❤❤
awe! Thank YOU Mary Lou! Happy knitting! xx
Fabulous!! Thank you Leslie
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Thank you! I can't wait to knit one!
Yay! I hope you love reaching for your friend! ☺️🥰😘 Happy knitting! xx
This will be so helpful when knitting your beautiful vest! Now I have an excuse to try yarn from Oenling… 😊😉
Yes yes yes!!! Thank you Claudi!🩷🩷🩷
Just got my pattern thank you x😊
Thank YOU Gail!🩷
Thanks for a beautiful pattern and a wonderful video. I didn’t see the link for the labels for the back of the garments, can you please add it? Thanks!
Hi!!! Awe you are so welcome sarah!
They are there now! Sorry about that!🩷🩷🩷
I've made three Stockholm vests. I don't think the pattern was particularly well written. I just purchased yours and can't wait to give it a go. I love the way you style it.
Oh dear! Thank you for giving mine a try! I so appreciate it! 🩷 happy knitting friend! 💫
Lovely pattern! Thank you for this instructional video, it’s very helpful. I’ve never knit this construction before, it doesn’t use short rows due to the way the back is constructed I’m presuming? , thank you Bridget
Yes you are right! This vest is made without short rows and still has the higher back. Happy knitting Bridget!🩷
😘😘Obrigada! Bom Natal.
Awe! THANK YOU! ❤️
Yay Hello Friend Vest we have been waiting for you 😊Great video! The tags in the back of your vest, can you share where you got them?
Hi!!! Yay! Thank you! And I have linked the tag information below. Enjoy and happy knitting! 🩷
Thank you, here I go
Yay!!! Thank you!!! Happy knitting friend! xx
Here I am your beginner - bought a pattern, will buy yarn - deciding on color - thinking a little darker for first vest
That is SO exciting! Have fun choosing a color. It's so much fun. Thank you for the trust and please reach out if you have any issues! I hope you fall in love with your Hello Friend! xx
It’s always a pleasure when one of your videos pops up, & this one is particularly excellent. Thank you I am impressed by how many projects you create! I know you say you knit every day, but I’d love to know how much actual time you spend. For me to achieve your output, I would have to knit at least 20 hours a day!
Very nice vest! In which shop do you buy the beautiful Onling wool? Thank you and Merry Christmas.
Hi Marie! I buy straight from onling. They ship very quickly! Happy knitting friend!🩷
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