Thank you for sharing 🙏. The castonitis may be a virus. It has certainly reached me in Denmark as well 🤣. Am a fan of Holst Supersoft. Goes really well with one strand each of Supersoft and Titicaca, the fine alpaca. The Supersoft will be soft after wash when the `spinning oil` is washed out. That is what makes the yarn a little hard to the feel when you knit with it.
I’m 71 years old and watching 2 podcasts with young energetic women “homesteading “ with big gardens, chickens, canning, cooking tons, etc. absolutely no plans to join them but love watching!
Great podcast. Thank you for the tutorials you listed. That yarn from Hobbii you knit your Doodles out of is all sold out! I’ll be at Flock this summer and hope to see you there.
Hi Denise… hopefully we connect at Flock. Guessing it will be busy but I will be there both days… always find another yarn the I “must” have on day two- lol. Interesting that the Friends cotton silk is sold out… hope they get it back as I think it is pretty versatile. Thank you for watching andHappy Crafting🤗
Hi Linda, new viewer here. Knitting the Rhino from Louise Crowther's Knitted Wild Animal Friends. I'm addicted😂 xxxx ps heel flap and gusset is the best heel technique for a higher instep. Imo. X
@@forthefunofknit5322 ty for replying. I eventually found my way into posting on your ravelry thread. I must admit, I find ravelry quite convoluted to navigate.😅😢😂 I wonder it there are tutorials available😂 Much love xxx❤
Hi Linda, I have to tell you that you are by far my favourite podcaster. You inspire me, I laugh along with you, you tell it like it is and you cheer my day. I so look forward to seeing you and hearing about your new projects. In fact when I see a new podcast of yours waiting for me I give an audible cheer and make myself a cup of tea so I can really enjoy the time with you. Hope to see you again very soon ❤
Oh my gosh Linda! I can’t believe you chatted about your Rv obsession! About 7 years ago I became obsessed with the idea as well and even started buying things for it ie : the heating Buddy, water containers, propane lights etc. I made an entire little book filled with ideas for mine and never did it… wa waaaa😢I watched all his shows/ interviews with the people that had converted to this way of living. I think the reason I never carried through with it as much as I was obsessed is because I do not like driving to places I don’t know. I love exploring but I hate the driving. I totally get the excitement of it though I still think it could be amazing to do and could love to create my own little traveling home! Love your sweaters by the way ! 😊
Hi Linda - Too funny… I have a wish list on Amazon and am agonizing over which size of Jackery would be reasonable for some one who “might never go car camping”-lol. We are obviously kindred spirits with the exception that so love driving… anywhere! What did you do with all your stuff? If you live anywhere near BC, and ever want to try it…I will let you know if I ever do launch a solo expedition - we could meet up for a knit!❤️ have a great weekend.🤗
@@forthefunofknit5322 Oh i so wish I was nearby but I live in Tennessee. All my stuff is in plastic containers in my barn lol. It will probably be old and outdated by the time I ever decide I’m going to do it. Have you ever seen the group “women on the fly”. They travel in a group and they all have their own little campers decorated to the hilt! They are so adorable… some vintage decor some modern and they go together to campgrounds all around in a little convoy. Another dream if mine lol!
If you haven’t checked out the Podcast The Knitty Kats, Julie does some camping in a small vintage trailer in Colorado? by herself at times. Worth watching these episodes and the rest of them as she is delightful! Thanks for another interesting episode and happy knitting!
I’m so blown away! I’m knitting Edie from Isabell Kraemer and I tried it on 20 minutes ago. The yoke depth is off because my row gauge is off and I’m having to figure out how to balance yoke depth and circumference on a circular yoke for the first time. I literally thought to myself, “I need to research how to do make these adjustments because I’m obviously clueless!” I sat down to rip back a few rows of the yoke and clicked on a new-to-me podcast. First I’m impressed that you’re even reviewing the comments and sharing links from your previous podcast (I don’t think I’ve seen other podcasters do this!) but the content that you’ve shared in the first 10 minutes is exactly what I need! Blown away! Needless to say, I subscribed! Thank you :)
Hi Sara… so glad you enjoyed… full transparency- this was the first video where I covered the comments from previous video…. Just thought I would try to honour my viewers… you all take the time and effort to write a comment full of wonderful tips, trick, anecdotes etcetera… the least I can do is highlight the contributions! It is my “go forward” approach so stay tuned for more. Thank you for watching and hope I keep you company while you craft- take care. LINDA🤗
I really enjoy your podcasts. It is such a pleasure to listen to your voice and your public speaking of language--concise and without unnecessary catch words. I've had my camping days but still enjoy living that fantasy. My deviation is more hands on. My respite for yarn work, having just added Tunisian crochet to my knitting and crocheting obsession, is doing crossword puzzles. Keep your podcasts coming.
Hay Linda. A swatch on the pink sweater might have been helpful to see how the yarn will feel and act after washing. Just a thought. Lol. I know you don’t swatch. Love your podcast
Linda! I love your two Caitlyn hunter sweaters. You are a bauble babe!! Love your hair today. Great seeing the shops. I don’t think it’s 100% the shop donates, as she’d be out of business but lovely that they do that every year 🙂 looking forward to your next video
@@forthefunofknit5322 if you watch her again, I thought she said 5% but I might be dreaming. Sometimes it’s 10 kids and sometimes it’s 40. At any rate, good on them
@@carlafawcett6494 oh dear.., you are Most likely correct! I went by what my friend told me ( she volunteers there- lol).. so I am going back to watch my own video to find the correct answer- to your point.. any amount is good but I like 100% better- lol🥰
Absolutely beautiful episode from beginning to the very end! LOVE all your projects and have to force myself to stick to my own plans and goals because I get so inspired by yours! Lol ... and we need to book that high tea ;) Oh, and my guilty pleasure... is watching Sister Wives with a glass of wine😁🍷
So happy to see you, Linda! Today as I watch you I’m frogging the entire yoke of my Alpine Bloom that I had finished the yoke and it was Winter so I put it away til now! And you talked about the purl stitch that’s WAY ON THE SIDE of the colorwork so I looked again at the pattern and -- you guessed it, I totally ignored it!!! Even tho the chart said “don’t forget about me”! Holy cow--thank you soo much for your talking about that little stitch. So here I sit frogging frogging frogging but happily watching you!! Hugs, Angela
Oh Angela I am so sorry you had to frog! All that colour work😳😳. The pattern works out much better WITH that pesky little lurk stitch- lol. It will be worth all the pain when you split for the sleeves…. Again🥰
Wonderful podcast ! So much information. Beautiful works in progress. Loved the visit to yarn stores and certainly watch all Leanne’s podcasts. Blessed that there are so many very good Canadian podcasters in the knitting world. Watch them all!
Thank you Heather!… totally agree we have some awesome podcasters… just binging th Citibank girls- they have a true Canadiana vibe and are hilarious- with great knits of course. That said… we are fortunate to have access to knitters around the world- so much to learn and so much entertainment!!!
Linda, I think I have watched ALL of your podcasts and love them all. Love all your knits but just a sock question . What type of shoes do you wear with your socks in the summertime? Thank you, and waiting for your next podcast. 🧶👢👞👟👡🥿?
A You Tube channel I adore is Destination Adventure with Dustin Porter. Older videos are of many places but the last few years he’s explored B.C. We know our province is beautiful, but Dustin captures it like no other with amazing cinematography and commentary. A good episode for overview, he posted about 4 months ago is called Unseen BC.
My hubby and I want to know how come you look so young! No wrinkles, crepey neck and aged hands. Amazing. Just found your channel and shall enjoy looking at back videos. I’m in the U.K. and loving the patterns and yarns. Tfs 😊
Oh Mary you are too kind! It’s the lighting! If you Look at the past episodes you will see times where every year shows- lol. Glad you enjoyed. Happy crafting🤗
@@forthefunofknit5322 No it is not the lighting. I look like the wicked witch of the West compared to you. Just off to hide myself for the day!! hugs from the UK x
I love to watch channels of van life. Your pink sweater is beautiful and the yarn will soften up when you soak it. I used the same wool for my Coorie In poncho. It’s beautiful yarn and so reasonably priced even with the shipping. I have a cabinet of it.
@@forthefunofknit5322 - Me too and I don't know why! It's like solving a mystery. I, too, was enabled by the Knit Cafe and have a cone of Holst Garn Supersoft in Plaster.
Hello Linda! What a great episode, so many fun tips to take in and possibly a Doodles in my future (mental stash shopping while I watched 😂). Sorry about the Plaster color…aw heck, not really but believe me when I say all the magic happens when you block it. I will also check out the yarn shops you mentioned on my next visit to BC. Have a great day my friend and thanks for this great virtual visit. 💜
great projects and thoughts about patterns. I always enjoy your upbeat podcasts, very inspiring. loved being taken along on your field trip . The Doodle top is a perfect color on you and so so lovely.
I absolutely love the top unit that you are wearing. Well done! Really cute on you! My husband and I have a trailer. And we have had one for years now, but before that we did regular camping in a tent, etc. The kids loved it. They grew up doing one week a year camping as a family at Bear Lake in Utah. It is absolutely beautiful there. They call it the Caribbean of the Rockies because the water is blue blue blue! Now we have a much nicer trailer and enjoy taking it out and doing exactly what you said. It’s a getaway and a time to commune with nature. It’s quiet and a little bit like playing house. We love it. We have two other couples that we go with. The guys golf during the day and we knit during the day. Can you believe it? It’s the perfect scenario! And then we play games and eat good food and, just hang out. We still do Bear Lake and now our kids are being their kids. It has bonded our family. My guilty pleasure is that I have never once missed an episode of Survivor or Amazing Race. I watch them faithfully!
Thank you for watching Margaret! Bear Lake sounds amazing… will have to add it to my “dream” itinerary- lol. Fun that you have friends to share in the enjoyment of RV/ camper life . I always have to make a compromise… golf or knitting…I love both!!! Happy crafting and Survivor/ Amazing race watching❤️
This episode hit home on several levels. I'm working on the Midocean Tee and I had not seen a chart where it covers the repeats and off to the sides shows a yo and whatnot and I had the darkest time trying to figure out what I was suppose to do. When the light bulb finally went off, it made sense. But there were moments that I questioned so many things. We're in the process of moving (but not having to show our current place) but living out of boxes because things take longer than expected especially when living abroad. Have a great few weeks.
Hi Sharon… not sure when move date is but hope it is soon so you can settle in to your new home👍. I am currently knitting the Pothos by BMS… my friend wore it to knit group and we were all hooked! Hope your Mid Ocean tee is a comforting , grounding knit!. I have no doubt it will be lovely.Take care . Linda🤗
Now I need a Doodle sweater in my life! For the Halu...the last garment I knit with Holst Supersoft I soaked it in water and a bit of dishsoap to help rinse out the spinning oil. Then I soaked it as usual with some wool wash. It turned out nice and soft ❤
Thank you Sandra… there is hope! I love the colour and from the comments I am reassured this will turn out very wearable..question…( based on another comment received) did you experience any shrinkage in length with super soft?
Hi Linda, Your Doodles is stunning on you. I want to knit one so bad, and with the same yarn you used, I prefer it to the thinner yarn used in the pattern. You really made this your own, Love it! Have never bought from Hobbii yet, but I get the emails on all the sales, will have to watch for that one. Goes without saying all your knits are gorgeous. Thank you for taking us along to Trendy or What Knot, so lovely to see shops I may never see in person, the next best thing to being there. Best of luck selling your home. Happy knitting! :)
Good Morning Sue- very kind of you to say and so glad you are enjoying my crafting shenanigans❤️. I have bought a few yarns from Hobbii now and so far I am liking the cheaper options…. Easier to add to the stash!!🤗
Hello dear Linda 👋🏼 O, what a DELIGHTFUL surprise to get to sit and knit with you today! I AM sooOo here for your Caitlin Hunter kick - and of course now I want to knit both the Kevat and Halu 🤩. Ohh that dang chart stitch way out in left field has got me before too grrr. Love the wearing of WIPS to discuss!!!!! You brightened my day 😊.. off to go buy Halu.
Happy to enable!… as you do often do for me- lol… Sunset Hwy anyone! And… I have been binge watching the CutBank Girls… my cue is getting even longer- Seve’, Ghost Ranch, Felix… and so on… and I too have PHDs😂😂😂
Linda, love the Doodles sweater featured in your Episode 54. I want to make that sweater. I have been looking on the Hobbii website for the Friends Cotton Silk yarn. They have the DK Lt. worsted but You said what you used was worsted with US size 10 needles. I am thinking they no longer carry the Friends Cotton Silk in worsted. Could you suggest another yarn that would be comparable? Or tell me how to go about finding a worsted that will compare to what you used. I like the thicker yarn look.Thank you so much…….I have watched All of your Podcasts (some more than once) 🤪🤪. Love them all.
hi Linda, I've done the Halu twice and the first time, I forgot the Purl in between the pattern as well. I didn't do the bobbles (because I'm lazy)...LOL. I also didn't do the complete chart, because I didn't want the lace to low. I love the pink colour. Supersoft does get softer after soaking, but not that soft. It also seems to shrink in length. So when you do the hem, you should add an inch or two. Have fun! Rosie
I love your podcast, never miss. Also love your selections of music and would very much appreciate if you would name the artist if you are allowed. Thankyou for a most enjoyable evening.Looking forward to your next episode.
I knit the Halu a couple years ago and never wore it! It was so fun to knit and it’s beautiful, but it’s very cropped and no positive ease. After seeing yours I want to make a soft drapey one! Also, I am just finishing up a reluctant homeschooler cardigan. I ordered the luscious bouclé from Sweet Skein o’Mine.
Hi Linda, I just found your podcast and really enjoyed watching, I’ve subscribed. I also like to support Canadian podcasts, I live in Calgary and spend a few months of winter in Vancouver. I was not aware of the knitting store in Mission , thx for the video, it looks great. Black Sheep yarn in Port Moody is an excellent knitting store and worth a trip. I take the bus and train from Vancouver so easy. I love all your knits, well done! I know, the holst super soft is not that soft, I’ve only knit with it once, it is relatively inexpensive. I just started the Bonfire tee by Samantha Guerin, I purchased the same yarn as the pattern and bought it at Wet Coast yarn in Vancouver. She has some really great yarns. Looking forward to your next podcast.
Hi Susan!… so glad you found My channel And enjoyed… I know Black Sheep very well… love love love.Are you a Dyer or other type of maker professionally or just a fibre enthusiast like me? If you are Ever in the area and want to get together for coffee or a knit… I am in! Thanks for watching. Linda🤗
Hi Linda, the tee your wearing is so beautiful, it looks like a very nice pattern to knit. But wow, I am in love now too with the Kevät and Halu patterns of Caitlin Hunter🤩🥰, I have added them to my Ravelry library (why didn’t I see them before?😂🤔) and I think I will cast on one of them soon. The video about the two yarn shops was so nice, I always like to see what kind of yarns and accessories the yarn shops abroad sell. Happy knitting!😘🩷
Thank you so much for mentioning my podcast and for sharing all this inspiration🙏 I really enjoyed it. I did make the Kevät a couple of years ago and I almost forgot about it, I guess I have to go and dig it out from my closet 😁 The Halu you have on your needles is stunning and I have to agree with Kelly and Noelle, the super soft will get much softer and bloom once you have washed it 🌸 I guess my guilty pleasure is listening to romantic audiobooks. In Denmark a lot of people are so much into crime book, I really don’t like those. Thank you for now, I look forward to next time 😊
The way you pronounce Scheepjes brings a smile to my face. I'm Dutch, and this is a Dutch brand. You say sheepjes, which is "little sheep" in Dutch, but there is a C in it 😉. The c+h make a harsh G (which is very difficult to say when your first language doesn't use that). This is no criticism, I really enjoyed your episode! Wishing you a lovely KIP-day!!
Too funny Anja… just had coffee with my mom and she had a good laugh at my pronunciation.. so we practiced!… Not easy to get my throat around the G but trying👍👍👍. Happy Crafting!
Linda - I love your videos and gorgeous knitting and it's great to see you back here after a short hiatus (or so it seems). Having said all of that, don't hate me but your background music is so dour!!! When I was playing your video, my husband heard the music and asked it this was one of those dog "relaxation" videos we put on for our puppy when we have to leave him alone in our apartment!! You are such a creative, high-energy person, and it would be lovely to hear some upbeat fun music on your upcoming videos. Just my two cents - and perhaps many others enjoy the music but for me, not so much!!!
Totally get where you are comming from so no worries- not offended-lol… I am reluctant to pay for music so have limited options… Will see what else I can find to jazz it up a bit🤗
I was so excited to see you had a new episode up!! You kept me company as I cast on my third Lego blanket for my grandsons. I can't believe you don't swatch and your sweaters turn out!! Wow!! Your Kevat is gorgeous!! Good lessons on changing up fibers!! Isn't yoke depth the same as armhole depth? That is usually on a schematic. I loved seeing the footage of your yarn crawl! Sadly, I am going to miss Flock this year. It is too close to a big cruise I am doing in late August. Maybe next year. Will you be moving out of Canada? I think at one point you were looking at Scotland, right? My husband works at a golf course as well for the free golf, but he is on the maintenance crew. I have to admit that I am hooked on House Hunters, and I just binged the latest Bridgerton season. Can't wait to see your next FO's!
Thank you for watching! Not sure about arm hole depth and yoke depth… going off to research that right now as that is a GREAT question. Sorry to miss you at Flock but there is always next year!. Not sure where we are headed next and as things are not moving we may be here for a while yet which is a o k with me🤗
Hey Linda! If you are still a member of TKGA, the most recent online magazine (Spring and Summer) has a fabulous article and pattern using a Fleegle heel. Several people I know have a high arch and swear by this heel and fit. It is easy to knit with no picking up of stitches or holes. I will say that I have not watched your last episode so if you stated you wanted a heel and gusset sock, I was not aware of that so then disregard this note. Hope to finally meet you while your in my home town for Flock and Fiber!!!
Hi Tamara- I have no preference of heel … just looking for a roomier one… thanks for the recommendation… Hope we meet at Flock - that would be fun… and I did not renew with the Guild but will sign up again soon… thought we were moving but change of plans… life! 🤗
Just FYI, you know that all the TKGA magazines, patterns, and annual conventional meetings and classes are online, right? You can get them anywhere you live. Anyway, just wanted you know in case you were not aware. Love and Hugs!
Laughing at your 'Cheap RV Living' obsession, I am currently obsessed with UA-cam True Crime, UA-cam stories about grizzly bears ( live near Glacier Park) I am obsessed with animal videos and also Mr. Beast videos. I am good at diving into rabbit holes. The Watts murder case rabbit hole was a couple of weeks long. Of course, I knit while in those rabbit holes. 🙂🙃
Hello from South Africa. Please tell me the pattern name of what you are wearing. Thanks for all the sharing. It's so cold that I thought of staying in bed this Sunday and bench watching knitting podcasts.
I’m watching this episode in my 38 ft. Fifth wheel travel trailer parked in a RV park by Lake Whitney,TX. It is my favorite place to be wherever we park it! 😁. We’ve camped all over the country since I retired 10 yrs. ago. Even Canada and Alaska!! I’ve camped since I was in my 20s (73 now) and camped alone many many times over the years. Always felt safer camping than in a hotel. 🏕🏔🏕
I watch "Now or Never", youtube.com/@nowornever_aus?si=Zi01xyj6mXxdIBOI Erin & Alex who began travelling around northern Australia in their new van, they sold for a pre-owned caravan called Bertha. They renovated it, but now have major repairs. We upgraded from a camper trailer and bought a brand new van with ensuite to go glam-camping.
The Urchin tee is a great pattern as are all of Libby Jonson’s. Enjoy… I have knitted a few of hers.
Thank you for sharing 🙏. The castonitis may be a virus. It has certainly reached me in Denmark as well 🤣.
Am a fan of Holst Supersoft. Goes really well with one strand each of Supersoft and Titicaca, the fine alpaca. The Supersoft will be soft after wash when the `spinning oil` is washed out. That is what makes the yarn a little hard to the feel when you knit with it.
Thank you Gitte and I am looking forward to finishing to see how I like the yarn… very helpful. Happy Crafting in Denmark🤗
I’m 71 years old and watching 2 podcasts with young energetic women “homesteading “ with big gardens, chickens, canning, cooking tons, etc. absolutely no plans to join them but love watching!
I love “homesteading” videos!!! So inspiring🤗
Great podcast. Thank you for the tutorials you listed. That yarn from Hobbii you knit your Doodles out of is all sold out! I’ll be at Flock this summer and hope to see you there.
Hi Denise… hopefully we connect at Flock. Guessing it will be busy but I will be there both days… always find another yarn the I “must” have on day two- lol. Interesting that the Friends cotton silk is sold out… hope they get it back as I think it is pretty versatile. Thank you for watching andHappy Crafting🤗
Hi Linda, new viewer here. Knitting the Rhino from Louise Crowther's Knitted Wild Animal Friends. I'm addicted😂 xxxx ps heel flap and gusset is the best heel technique for a higher instep. Imo. X
Hi Linda… hey… enter the Rhino in my all creatures great and small Mal on Ravelry… prizes at the end of the year❤️
@@forthefunofknit5322 ty for replying. I eventually found my way into posting on your ravelry thread. I must admit, I find ravelry quite convoluted to navigate.😅😢😂 I wonder it there are tutorials available😂 Much love xxx❤
Hi Linda, I have to tell you that you are by far my favourite podcaster. You inspire me, I laugh along with you, you tell it like it is and you cheer my day. I so look forward to seeing you and hearing about your new projects. In fact when I see a new podcast of yours waiting for me I give an audible cheer and make myself a cup of tea so I can really enjoy the time with you. Hope to see you again very soon ❤
Thank you that is very kind of you to say. Glad you are enjoying.Happy Crafting🤗
ALWAYS use color catchers with any hand dyed yarn. Lifesaver! Available at at grocery store
Oh my gosh Linda! I can’t believe you chatted about your Rv obsession! About 7 years ago I became obsessed with the idea as well and even started buying things for it ie : the heating Buddy, water containers, propane lights etc. I made an entire little book filled with ideas for mine and never did it… wa waaaa😢I watched all his shows/ interviews with the people that had converted to this way
of living.
I think the reason I never carried through with it as much as I was obsessed is because I do not like driving to places I don’t know. I love exploring but I hate the driving. I totally get the excitement of it though I still think it could be amazing to do and could love to create my own little traveling home!
Love your sweaters by the way ! 😊
Hi Linda - Too funny… I have a wish list on Amazon and am agonizing over which size of Jackery would be reasonable for some one who “might never go car camping”-lol. We are obviously kindred spirits with the exception that so love driving… anywhere! What did you do with all your stuff? If you live anywhere near BC, and ever want to try it…I will let you know if I ever do launch a solo expedition - we could meet up for a knit!❤️ have a great weekend.🤗
@@forthefunofknit5322 Oh i so wish I was nearby but I live in Tennessee. All my stuff is in plastic containers in my barn lol. It will probably be old and outdated by the time I ever decide I’m going to do it.
Have you ever seen the group “women on the fly”. They travel in a group and they all have their own little campers decorated to the hilt! They are so adorable… some vintage decor some modern and they go together to campgrounds all around in a little convoy. Another dream if mine lol!
@@lindabrush8054 too funny.. I will have to check them out!… you never know… maybe one day I’ll make it to Tennessee!👍
@@forthefunofknit5322 oops… I think it’s Sisters on the fly”
If you haven’t checked out the Podcast The Knitty Kats, Julie does some camping in a small vintage trailer in Colorado? by herself at times. Worth watching these episodes and the rest of them as she is delightful! Thanks for another interesting episode and happy knitting!
Thank you Karen…have not come across her channel yet so appreciate the recommendation. Happy Crafting❤️
I’m so blown away! I’m knitting Edie from Isabell Kraemer and I tried it on 20 minutes ago. The yoke depth is off because my row gauge is off and I’m having to figure out how to balance yoke depth and circumference on a circular yoke for the first time. I literally thought to myself, “I need to research how to do make these adjustments because I’m obviously clueless!” I sat down to rip back a few rows of the yoke and clicked on a new-to-me podcast. First I’m impressed that you’re even reviewing the comments and sharing links from your previous podcast (I don’t think I’ve seen other podcasters do this!) but the content that you’ve shared in the first 10 minutes is exactly what I need! Blown away! Needless to say, I subscribed! Thank you :)
Hi Sara… so glad you enjoyed… full transparency- this was the first video where I covered the comments from previous video…. Just thought I would try to honour my viewers… you all take the time and effort to write a comment full of wonderful tips, trick, anecdotes etcetera… the least I can do is highlight the contributions! It is my “go forward” approach so stay tuned for more. Thank you for watching and hope I keep you company while you craft- take care. LINDA🤗
I really enjoy your podcasts. It is such a pleasure to listen to your voice and your public speaking of language--concise and without unnecessary catch words. I've had my camping days but still enjoy living that fantasy. My deviation is more hands on. My respite for yarn work, having just added Tunisian crochet to my knitting and crocheting obsession, is doing crossword puzzles. Keep your podcasts coming.
Thank you for watching Agnes… I understand the crossword obsession … I love Suduko and do Wordle practically every morning🤗
Hay Linda. A swatch on the pink sweater might have been helpful to see how the yarn will feel and act after washing. Just a thought. Lol. I know you don’t swatch. Love your podcast
Well… swatching would probably help but where is the adventure in that!!… just kidding… but I do love a mystery- lol… happy crafting🤗
Lovely to see you dear Linda hope Mum is good x
Linda! I love your two Caitlyn hunter sweaters. You are a bauble babe!! Love your hair today. Great seeing the shops. I don’t think it’s 100% the shop donates, as she’d be out of business
but lovely that they do that every year 🙂 looking forward to your next video
Hi Carla… ooops… meant to say 100% of the profits… Will correct in next video… thank you for continuing to watch! Happy crafting🥰
@@forthefunofknit5322 if you watch her again, I thought she said 5% but I might be dreaming. Sometimes it’s 10 kids and sometimes it’s 40. At any rate, good on them
@@carlafawcett6494 oh dear.., you are
Most likely correct! I went by what my friend told me ( she volunteers there- lol).. so I am going back to watch my own video to find the correct answer- to your point.. any amount is good but I like 100% better- lol🥰
🎉🎉thanks Linda,,,
You have been busy,,,
❤love ur tops,,,
And 🧦🧦🧦
ELAINE 🏡💕
Hello Linda, thank you to take us to your knitting shop adventures.
Thank you Aida… glad you are enjoying🤗
Fabulous as always. Love the holstgarn pink combo, blocking helps, not soft but softer. Thanks for sharing 🥰
You were right!!! Totally wearable with a tee underneath 🤗
Absolutely beautiful episode from beginning to the very end! LOVE all your projects and have to force myself to stick to my own plans and goals because I get so inspired by yours! Lol ... and we need to book that high tea ;) Oh, and my guilty pleasure... is watching Sister Wives with a glass of wine😁🍷
Ditto!!!🥰… and any show with wine is a👍👍🤪
So happy to see you, Linda! Today as I watch you I’m frogging the entire yoke of my Alpine Bloom that I had finished the yoke and it was Winter so I put it away til now! And you talked about the purl stitch that’s WAY ON THE SIDE of the colorwork so I looked again at the pattern and -- you guessed it, I totally ignored it!!! Even tho the chart said “don’t forget about me”! Holy cow--thank you soo much for your talking about that little stitch. So here I sit frogging frogging frogging but happily watching you!! Hugs, Angela
Oh Angela I am so sorry you had to frog! All that colour work😳😳. The pattern works out much better WITH that pesky little lurk stitch- lol. It will be worth all the pain when you split for the sleeves…. Again🥰
Wonderful podcast ! So much information. Beautiful works in progress. Loved the visit to yarn stores and certainly watch all Leanne’s podcasts. Blessed that there are so many very good Canadian podcasters in the knitting world. Watch them all!
Thank you Heather!… totally agree we have some awesome podcasters… just binging th Citibank girls- they have a true Canadiana vibe and are hilarious- with great knits of course. That said… we are fortunate to have access to knitters around the world- so much to learn and so much entertainment!!!
Linda, I think I have watched ALL of your podcasts and love them all. Love all your knits but just a sock question . What type of shoes do you wear with your socks in the summertime? Thank you, and waiting for your next podcast. 🧶👢👞👟👡🥿?
Hi Linda… I wear crocks mostly.., planning on getting clogs… just have not found any yet:)
A You Tube channel I adore is Destination Adventure with Dustin Porter. Older videos are of many places but the last few years he’s explored B.C. We know our province is beautiful, but Dustin captures it like no other with amazing cinematography and commentary. A good episode for overview, he posted about 4 months ago is called Unseen BC.
Will definitely check his videos out- thank you🤗
My hubby and I want to know how come you look so young! No wrinkles, crepey neck and aged hands. Amazing. Just found your channel and shall enjoy looking at back videos. I’m in the U.K. and loving the patterns and yarns. Tfs 😊
Oh Mary you are too kind! It’s the lighting! If you Look at the past episodes you will see times where every year shows- lol. Glad you enjoyed. Happy crafting🤗
@@forthefunofknit5322 No it is not the lighting. I look like the wicked witch of the West compared to you. Just off to hide myself for the day!! hugs from the UK x
Haha me again! Love the yarn tour! Your Dotted Rays with the Make it Tweed I waaaaant one 👌🏼 🎉
Definitely more fun to knit than the single strand👏👏👏
I love to watch channels of van life.
Your pink sweater is beautiful and the yarn will soften up when you soak it. I used the same wool for my Coorie In poncho. It’s beautiful yarn and so reasonably priced even with the shipping. I have a cabinet of it.
Good to know! Fingers crossed I will like the finished product 🤞🤞🤞. Thank you for watching.🤗
Hi girl!! Good to see you and all your “fun” knits!! I’m crocheting a red, white and blue top for the 4th of July while I watch. 💖💜💙💜💖
If
I don’t get a chance before hand… Happy Independence Day!!🤗
You’ve been missed! Glad you’re back. Thanks for this video.
I can't stop watching Mentour Pilot, lol. He breaks down airline crashes and near misses. No idea why I love that, but I do!
Too funny… my hubby is hooked on Mayday!… same idea🤗
@@forthefunofknit5322 - Me too and I don't know why! It's like solving a mystery. I, too, was enabled by the Knit Cafe and have a cone of Holst Garn Supersoft in Plaster.
Hello Linda! What a great episode, so many fun tips to take in and possibly a Doodles in my future (mental stash shopping while I watched 😂). Sorry about the Plaster color…aw heck, not really but believe me when I say all the magic happens when you block it. I will also check out the yarn shops you mentioned on my next visit to BC. Have a great day my friend and thanks for this great virtual visit. 💜
So glad you enjoyed… my Plaster Halu is turning out beautifully!!! Thank you for the inspiration ❤️
great projects and thoughts about patterns. I always enjoy your upbeat podcasts, very inspiring. loved being taken along on your field trip . The Doodle top is a perfect color on you and so so lovely.
Thank you so much Diana… glad you are enjoying and much more to come!!!🤗
I absolutely love the top unit that you are wearing. Well done! Really cute on you! My husband and I have a trailer. And we have had one for years now, but before that we did regular camping in a tent, etc. The kids loved it. They grew up doing one week a year camping as a family at Bear Lake in Utah. It is absolutely beautiful there. They call it the Caribbean of the Rockies because the water is blue blue blue! Now we have a much nicer trailer and enjoy taking it out and doing exactly what you said. It’s a getaway and a time to commune with nature. It’s quiet and a little bit like playing house. We love it. We have two other couples that we go with. The guys golf during the day and we knit during the day. Can you believe it? It’s the perfect scenario! And then we play games and eat good food and, just hang out. We still do Bear Lake and now our kids are being their kids. It has bonded our family. My guilty pleasure is that I have never once missed an episode of Survivor or Amazing Race. I watch them faithfully!
Thank you for watching Margaret! Bear Lake sounds amazing… will have to add it to my “dream” itinerary- lol. Fun that you have friends to share in the enjoyment of RV/ camper life . I always have to make a compromise… golf or knitting…I love both!!! Happy crafting and Survivor/ Amazing race watching❤️
That was an amazing podcast Linda Your enthusiasm and positive energy shining bright Thanks for the company 💜🐨
My pleasure🤗
Thank you Simone! 🤗
This episode hit home on several levels. I'm working on the Midocean Tee and I had not seen a chart where it covers the repeats and off to the sides shows a yo and whatnot and I had the darkest time trying to figure out what I was suppose to do. When the light bulb finally went off, it made sense. But there were moments that I questioned so many things. We're in the process of moving (but not having to show our current place) but living out of boxes because things take longer than expected especially when living abroad. Have a great few weeks.
Hi Sharon… not sure when move date is but hope it is soon so you can settle in to your new home👍. I am currently knitting the Pothos by BMS… my friend wore it to knit group and we were all hooked! Hope your Mid Ocean tee is a comforting , grounding knit!. I have no doubt it will be lovely.Take care . Linda🤗
Now I need a Doodle sweater in my life! For the Halu...the last garment I knit with Holst Supersoft I soaked it in water and a bit of dishsoap to help rinse out the spinning oil. Then I soaked it as usual with some wool wash. It turned out nice and soft ❤
Thank you Sandra… there is hope! I love the colour and from the comments I am reassured this will turn out very wearable..question…( based on another comment received) did you experience any shrinkage in length with super soft?
Hi Linda, Your Doodles is stunning on you. I want to knit one so bad, and with the same yarn you used, I prefer it to the thinner yarn used in the pattern. You really made this your own, Love it! Have never bought from Hobbii yet, but I get the emails on all the sales, will have to watch for that one. Goes without saying all your knits are gorgeous. Thank you for taking us along to Trendy or What Knot, so lovely to see shops I may never see in person, the next best thing to being there. Best of luck selling your home. Happy knitting! :)
Good Morning Sue- very kind of you to say and so glad you are enjoying my crafting shenanigans❤️. I have bought a few yarns from Hobbii now and so far I am liking the cheaper options…. Easier to add to the stash!!🤗
Hello dear Linda 👋🏼 O, what a DELIGHTFUL surprise to get to sit and knit with you today! I AM sooOo here for your Caitlin Hunter kick - and of course now I want to knit both the Kevat and Halu 🤩. Ohh that dang chart stitch way out in left field has got me before too grrr. Love the wearing of WIPS to discuss!!!!! You brightened my day 😊.. off to go buy Halu.
Happy to enable!… as you do often do for me- lol… Sunset Hwy anyone! And… I have been binge watching the CutBank Girls… my cue is getting even longer- Seve’, Ghost Ranch, Felix… and so on… and I too have PHDs😂😂😂
My UA-cam hooked is watching guys clean up all kinds off overgrown lawns. Some are abandoned houses.
Hi Linda , TO girl here living in Munich. Your Doodles matches your hair, looks great. Thanks for the info.
Hi Fiona! Thank you- unintentional but hey… if it works… yay!!!😁
Linda, love the Doodles sweater featured in your Episode 54. I want to make that sweater. I have been looking on the Hobbii website for the Friends Cotton Silk yarn. They have the DK Lt. worsted but You said what you used was worsted with US size 10 needles. I am thinking they no longer carry the Friends Cotton Silk in worsted. Could you suggest another yarn that would be comparable? Or tell me how to go about finding a worsted that will compare to what you used. I like the thicker yarn look.Thank you so much…….I have watched All of your Podcasts (some more than once) 🤪🤪. Love them all.
Hi Linda- glad you enjoyed the episode.., let me noodle an alternate yarn and get back to you… stay tuned🤗
Thank you
hi Linda, I've done the Halu twice and the first time, I forgot the Purl in between the pattern as well. I didn't do the bobbles (because I'm lazy)...LOL. I also didn't do the complete chart, because I didn't want the lace to low. I love the pink colour. Supersoft does get softer after soaking, but not that soft. It also seems to shrink in length. So when you do the hem, you should add an inch or two. Have fun! Rosie
Thank you for the tips Rosie🤗
I love your podcast, never miss. Also love your selections of music and would very much appreciate if you would name the artist if you are allowed. Thankyou for a most enjoyable evening.Looking forward to your next episode.
Thank you Deborah… the music selections are imbedded in the IMovie editing program…next video I will look closer to see if they display the artist
I knit the Halu a couple years ago and never wore it! It was so fun to knit and it’s beautiful, but it’s very cropped and no positive ease. After seeing yours I want to make a soft drapey one!
Also, I am just finishing up a reluctant homeschooler cardigan. I ordered the luscious bouclé from Sweet Skein o’Mine.
Hi Cindy🤗 Happy to encourage you to knit another Halu! And too funny about the Homeschooler and Boucle… great minds!!! I am sooo tempted!
You can also add citric acid to the water when you’re blocking. It helps fixing the colour.
Very good Idea… I have some of that!!❤️
Hi Linda, I just found your podcast and really enjoyed watching, I’ve subscribed. I also like to support Canadian podcasts, I live in Calgary and spend a few months of winter in Vancouver. I was not aware of the knitting store in Mission , thx for the video, it looks great. Black Sheep yarn in Port Moody is an excellent knitting store and worth a trip. I take the bus and train from Vancouver so easy. I love all your knits, well done! I know, the holst super soft is not that soft, I’ve only knit with it once, it is relatively inexpensive. I just started the Bonfire tee by Samantha Guerin, I purchased the same yarn as the pattern and bought it at Wet Coast yarn in Vancouver. She has some really great yarns. Looking forward to your next podcast.
Hi Susan!… so glad you found My channel And enjoyed… I know Black Sheep very well… love love love.Are you a Dyer or other type of maker professionally or just a fibre enthusiast like me? If you are Ever in the area and want to get together for coffee or a knit… I am in!
Thanks for watching. Linda🤗
Hi Linda, the tee your wearing is so beautiful, it looks like a very nice pattern to knit. But wow, I am in love now too with the Kevät and Halu patterns of Caitlin Hunter🤩🥰, I have added them to my Ravelry library (why didn’t I see them before?😂🤔) and I think I will cast on one of them soon.
The video about the two yarn shops was so nice, I always like to see what kind of yarns and accessories the yarn shops abroad sell.
Happy knitting!😘🩷
Hi my friend… did you get a giggle out of my pronunciation of “Scheepjes”!!! LOL!!! Cant wait to see you in November❤️❤️❤️
@@forthefunofknit5322 hehehe I did!😂🤣 We will talk Dutch in november again🤭
Thank you so much for mentioning my podcast and for sharing all this inspiration🙏 I really enjoyed it. I did make the Kevät a couple of years ago and I almost forgot about it, I guess I have to go and dig it out from my closet 😁 The Halu you have on your needles is stunning and I have to agree with Kelly and Noelle, the super soft will get much softer and bloom once you have washed it 🌸
I guess my guilty pleasure is listening to romantic audiobooks. In Denmark a lot of people are so much into crime book, I really don’t like those.
Thank you for now, I look forward to next time 😊
Hi Charlotte! Glad you are enjoying and glad to know the Supersoft… well… softens! FYI- I will be adding your channel URL to my notes❤️
@@forthefunofknit5322 thank you, that’s so kind of you 🥰
This was so enjoyable Linda! I'm going to check out the tutorials you linked. Lovely in progress projects!!
Yay, thank you!
The way you pronounce Scheepjes brings a smile to my face. I'm Dutch, and this is a Dutch brand. You say sheepjes, which is "little sheep" in Dutch, but there is a C in it 😉. The c+h make a harsh G (which is very difficult to say when your first language doesn't use that). This is no criticism, I really enjoyed your episode! Wishing you a lovely KIP-day!!
Too funny Anja… just had coffee with my mom and she had a good laugh at my pronunciation.. so we practiced!… Not easy to get my throat around the G but trying👍👍👍. Happy Crafting!
Linda - I love your videos and gorgeous knitting and it's great to see you back here after a short hiatus (or so it seems). Having said all of that, don't hate me but your background music is so dour!!! When I was playing your video, my husband heard the music and asked it this was one of those dog "relaxation" videos we put on for our puppy when we have to leave him alone in our apartment!! You are such a creative, high-energy person, and it would be lovely to hear some upbeat fun music on your upcoming videos. Just my two cents - and perhaps many others enjoy the music but for me, not so much!!!
Totally get where you are comming from so no worries- not offended-lol… I am reluctant to pay for music so have limited options… Will see what else I can find to jazz it up a bit🤗
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My special obsession: watching Andrew Camarata, nothing to do w knitting at all
, of course my family makes fun of me.
Hi Linda…love your podcast. What is the color on your Make It Tweed Yarn?
The colour is 001… hope that helps🤗
I was so excited to see you had a new episode up!! You kept me company as I cast on my third Lego blanket for my grandsons. I can't believe you don't swatch and your sweaters turn out!! Wow!! Your Kevat is gorgeous!! Good lessons on changing up fibers!! Isn't yoke depth the same as armhole depth? That is usually on a schematic. I loved seeing the footage of your yarn crawl! Sadly, I am going to miss Flock this year. It is too close to a big cruise I am doing in late August. Maybe next year. Will you be moving out of Canada? I think at one point you were looking at Scotland, right? My husband works at a golf course as well for the free golf, but he is on the maintenance crew. I have to admit that I am hooked on House Hunters, and I just binged the latest Bridgerton season. Can't wait to see your next FO's!
Thank you for watching! Not sure about arm hole depth and yoke depth… going off to research that right now as that is a GREAT question. Sorry to miss you at Flock but there is always next year!. Not sure where we are headed next and as things are not moving we may be here for a while yet which is a o k with me🤗
Hey Linda! If you are still a member of TKGA, the most recent online magazine (Spring and Summer) has a fabulous article and pattern using a Fleegle heel. Several people I know have a high arch and swear by this heel and fit. It is easy to knit with no picking up of stitches or holes. I will say that I have not watched your last episode so if you stated you wanted a heel and gusset sock, I was not aware of that so then disregard this note.
Hope to finally meet you while your in my home town for Flock and Fiber!!!
Hi Tamara- I have no preference of heel … just looking for a roomier one… thanks for the recommendation… Hope we meet at Flock - that would be fun… and I did not renew with the Guild but will sign up again soon… thought we were moving but change of plans… life! 🤗
Just FYI, you know that all the TKGA magazines, patterns, and annual conventional meetings and classes are online, right? You can get them anywhere you live. Anyway, just wanted you know in case you were not aware. Love and Hugs!
Supersoft will after first wash turn in to the name Supersoft.😉
Laughing at your 'Cheap RV Living' obsession, I am currently obsessed with UA-cam True Crime, UA-cam stories about grizzly bears ( live near Glacier Park) I am obsessed with animal videos and also Mr. Beast videos. I am good at diving into rabbit holes. The Watts murder case rabbit hole was a couple of weeks long. Of course, I knit while in those rabbit holes. 🙂🙃
I love reading detective novels but have not made the leap to true crime… yet- lol.🤗
Hello from South Africa. Please tell me the pattern name of what you are wearing. Thanks for all the sharing. It's so cold that I thought of staying in bed this Sunday and bench watching knitting podcasts.
Hello🤗 Doodles by Yumiko Alexander👍
@@forthefunofknit5322 I saw I was a bit impatient as it was mentioned just after I posted the question.
@@happyeveryarn no Worries! Have a great day🤗
@@forthefunofknit5322 you toooo🎶
Doodles Friends Cotton Silk. What is the colorway? Thanks
Hi Beth… colour 117🤗
I’m watching this episode in my 38 ft. Fifth wheel travel trailer parked in a RV park by Lake Whitney,TX. It is my favorite place to be wherever we park it! 😁. We’ve camped all over the country since I retired 10 yrs. ago. Even Canada and Alaska!!
I’ve camped since I was in my 20s (73 now) and camped alone many many times over the years. Always felt safer camping than in a hotel. 🏕🏔🏕
Hi Evelyn… I am soo Jealous! if I ever get the opportunity to convert my car… I hope to see as much as I can.. one of many dreams❤️
Hi, please tell me the name of the pattern you are wearing. Thank you
Doodles by Yumiko Alexander👍
Will the silk mohair prevent your Halu from growing?
Hi Tracy… it will definitely help and the wool is not super wash so…. Fingers crossed!!
the supersoft is wonderful after wet blocking ..... I let it soak at least 20 mn....
Excellent- can’t wait to feel how it turns out🤗
I watch "Now or Never", youtube.com/@nowornever_aus?si=Zi01xyj6mXxdIBOI
Erin & Alex who began travelling around northern Australia in their new van, they sold for a pre-owned caravan called Bertha. They renovated it, but now have major repairs. We upgraded from a camper trailer and bought a brand new van with ensuite to go glam-camping.
Hi Judith- thank you for watching! Definitely going to check out E & A’s channel! Thank you!🤗