Needles at the Ready: Episode 114
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Ай бұрынEpisode 114 Show Notes
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Kevin: @kevin.michael80
Ray: @ray.j.knits
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PO Box 269
Stratford, CT 06615
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Local Yarn Shops (LYS):
Knit New Haven: www.knitnewhaven.com/
Pick up Every Stitch: www.pickupeverystitch.com/
Skein Yarn Shop: skeinyarnshop.com/
Other Fun Things and Patterns we might have mentioned:
Typhoon Shawl: www.ravelry.com/patterns/libr...
Tidal Shawl: www.ravelry.com/patterns/libr...
Clockwork: www.ravelry.com/patterns/libr...
Finished Objects:
Kevin:
Flax: www.ravelry.com/patterns/libr...
Stick Season: www.ravelry.com/patterns/libr...
Works in progress:
Ray:
Jethro: www.ravelry.com/patterns/libr...
Jelly Roll Blanket: www.ravelry.com/patterns/libr...
Old Fashioned: Test Knit for Maxim Cyr (call is for beginning of July)
Kevin:
Jelly Roll Blanket: www.ravelry.com/patterns/libr...
Jethro: www.ravelry.com/patterns/libr...
Yarns we used or mentioned:
www.knitpicks.com/
needlesattheready.com/
boutiquelesgarcons.com/
sweetgeorgiayarns.com
arkansasyarnco.myshopify.com
www.woolensandnosh.com
www.spunrightround.com
savvyskeins.com
brooklyntweed.com
quinceandco.com
Shops, Stores, and More:
Earlbacher Knitting Machines: erlbacherknitting.com/
What we are reading:
Ray:
Finished: Empire of Storms (Throne of Glass #5) by Sarah J Maas
Finished: He Who Fights With Monsters part 3 by Shirtaloon
Listening to: He Who Fights with Monsters Part 4 by Shirtaloon
Reading: Tower of Dawn (Throne of Glass #6) by Sarah J Maas
Kevin:
Finished: Jake’s Magical Market by J.R. Mathews
Reading: A Trek Through Time (Jake’s Magical Market #2) by J.R. Mathews
@bernadetteg-t535 Ай бұрын
So excited for my best friend Pauly Wauly winning a prize. We have been best friends for sixty, yes 60 years. We live in different cities now, but email each other everyday with what is going on in our day and in our knitting life. So kind of you to give a prize for outside of the United States. Hugs from a long time viewer.
@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast Ай бұрын
Yay! Congrats to Pauly 🥳
@AlwaysYarnFirst Ай бұрын
I'm so glad you got the package! I wanted to give you a few bases to try out the AYC yarn. I hope you are able to finish your dad's sweater!♥️
@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast Ай бұрын
Thank you so much, that was really generous of you.
@moniqueallen632 Ай бұрын
Omg Springknit that won in your knit a long is my great friend. I am so happy for her! She is unable to go to Flock with some of our knitting group. I , we are hoping to meet you guys there❤️
@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast Ай бұрын
Yay! Definitely say hi if you see us, we are really excited about heading to the PNW for the first time.
@pamleverette3860 Ай бұрын
The “error” on the sleeve of your sweater is just “Ray Sauce”! Your unique signature to this beautiful design!
@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast Ай бұрын
lol OMG I’m totally using that!! lol 😂
@vita8968 Ай бұрын
Kevin, you are never too old to do cartwheels. I am still doing them and I am 80.
@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast Ай бұрын
LOL, I was never good at them.
@emilykelly-calascione1579 Ай бұрын
Oh, as a knitter who always ends up with a little something unexpected on my FO’s … Ray, I love your shoulder detail on test knit . It really looks like it was intended . Who knows, maybe Max will add it to the published pattern as a design options ! The fit on you is perfect ☺️
@TheSablelou Ай бұрын
Oh my! Ray! Your sweater is off the charts! Just beautiful! Kevin, you must do that beautiful colorwork sweater! This will be an heirloom piece!
@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast Ай бұрын
Thank you!
@gaellezaccaro1691 Ай бұрын
Thanks guys for this great moment with you. Yes Kevin you should buy the kit to make this sweater, it will be a long journey but the result will be wow !!! Take care !
@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast Ай бұрын
Thanks definitely a journey but we agree, totally worth it in the end ❤️
@julielandy9162 Ай бұрын
Ray, that brown test knit is absolutely the best. The artistic license you took on the sleeves looks perfect. Kevin, yes, definitely knit the 5000 color sweater. It will be a challenge that you will knock out of the park!
@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast Ай бұрын
Thank you Julie!
@gailhoogmoed6601 Ай бұрын
Love the lower contrast knit by Jen...so pretty ❤ Great podcast guys!
@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast Ай бұрын
It really is! She’s a beautiful knitter ❤️
@anniebouchard1298 Ай бұрын
To answer your question about the colourwork sweater: 100% YES!!! You definitely should knit, it’s beautiful!😃
@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast Ай бұрын
Yay! Thank you!
@JaneScully 29 күн бұрын
Hi Kevin and Ray ... While I was planning my annual summer trip to Connecticut (I now live in Florida), I was watching your podcast. I did a search on KZfaq for knitting podcasts in Connecticut and discovered you. Spent a good deal of the day watching your early podcasts. I loved to see the progression of your knitting journey. I try to spend the summer in Milford and am happy to learn that you are from that area. Enjoy your trip to the Northwest.
@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast 27 күн бұрын
Hi there!! Ray works in Milford! What a small world 😊
@CarlaPowell 23 күн бұрын
Kevin was right - it is a Tulip hook - gold w/black handle.. I have the entire set. Love them. They also have a red & pink set, as well as buying them individually.
@lisaflood6193 Ай бұрын
Yes! Buy the kit! Break the bank! Knit the Marie Wallin sweater!!!!! Go Kevin!
@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast Ай бұрын
Whoohoo!! Will do 😘
@kathylagreca9893 Ай бұрын
Your design element is something unique and cool Ray. I love the Jethro squares. I got the yarn I like as my winter project for the Jethro sweater. My friend in college in the 70s had a similar sweater I loved so now I will have one. I also love the blankets. Great podcast.
@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast Ай бұрын
Thanks so much ❤️❤️
@Meredith36 Ай бұрын
Always so enjoyable. The test knit is stunning, Ray. And I think a Marie Wallin knit kit is always a yes. The Wooly Thistle is always so helpful to get everything just right. Happy knitting 💚🧶💚
@cynthiaosgood3804 Ай бұрын
I've been away for a while. I've missed you guys. I will have to binge watch the episodes I've missed as soon as I can.
@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast 27 күн бұрын
Well back Cynthia, hope you are doing well.
@TheWoollyThistle Ай бұрын
Hello!! Lovely to hear you're thinking of knitting the Troutbeck! It's such a showstopper. We're getting that kit back up and available now so let us know if we can answer any other questions about it or Marie's designs!
@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast Ай бұрын
That is great to know, we will keep an eye out for the kits.
@218lorna Ай бұрын
100% yes to the gorgeous sweater!
@DonnaMull Ай бұрын
Ray, guys don't get old, lol. appreciate the thought but too late! was thinking how great you both are at remembering yarns and the colorways when you said this! love seeing your projects and appreciate the time you spend with us all and all the great info you provide
@user-vv2ld6ti3k Ай бұрын
Thank you for leaving the mistake. I actually think it looks great! Beautiful knit, beautiful knitter, beautiful person!
@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast Ай бұрын
Ray is really happy with it, I think the “mistake” adds a cool detail to it.
@marianraecrochetknit1199 Ай бұрын
I am crocheting/knitting a granny square pullover sweater for my friend's 2 year old granddaughter. Light orchid and sunshine yellow Big Twist yarn from Joannes with an H hook. I use Bates and Boyd Crochet Hooks. Ray...Lighting candles and sending good vibes for you to finish your Dad's sweater. Lol. Buy the kit, Kevin. I love all of your makes. I look forward to your podcast and feel lost(off) until i watch. 💚
@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast Ай бұрын
Thank you for all the good vibes!! Sending the extras your way ❤️❤️
@ArkansasYarnCast Ай бұрын
Yes! Yall should ABSOLUTELY come visit Arkansas Yarn Co! We would love to have you visit us! 💗Lorri Ann
@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast Ай бұрын
Hopefully we can make it one day, your yarn is beautiful, so happy we got to see it in person.
@LindaSimpson Ай бұрын
Love the sweater and beautiful hat, your jelly roll blankets are fabulous. It was my sister’s birthday on 22nd so we have been celebrating knitting and nattering with our yarny friends. Have a fabulous week ❤❤❤
@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast Ай бұрын
Hope you enjoyed your time with your sister and that she had a great birthday.
@LindaSimpson Ай бұрын
@@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast we sure did, plenty of knitting, cake and laughter. xxx
@lauriejarboe6087 Ай бұрын
The test knit is incredible, everything about that design, yarn and knitting is excellent. What a classic garment and I can't wait to see the FO
@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast Ай бұрын
Thank you Laurie!
@ericadavan6952 Ай бұрын
That test knit is coming out beautifully! Everything is gorgeous :)
@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast Ай бұрын
Thank you Erica!
@Meredith36 Ай бұрын
Always so enjoyable. The test knit is stunning, Ray. And I think a Marie Wallin knit is always a yes. Happy knitting 💚🧶💚
@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast Ай бұрын
Thank you Meredith.
@lisaglassberg9541 Ай бұрын
Ray, your cardigan fits you so well and looks great on you, it’s both casual and dressy. Also, I screamed when I saw the June Woolens and Nosh colorway. This month is my first time in the club and those are all my favorite colors. I ran to my mailbox to get my package. It was great to be able to admire the yarn as you were talking about it. I watch a ton of knitting KZfaq channels, but yours goes right to the top of my queue.
@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast Ай бұрын
Aww thank you so much Lisa, we really appreciate you watching and commenting.
@amandawhite6953 Ай бұрын
Love the multicoloured sweater! ❤️
@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast Ай бұрын
Thank you Amanda!
@wooldashery-kerrycoganbrown Ай бұрын
Literally snorted at "I am Groot" 🤣🤣
@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast Ай бұрын
LOL
@kariestimable3775 Ай бұрын
Hello! I am pretty new to your podcast, but am enjoying it quite a bit. I am a yarn spinner and work with raw wool quite often. Dawn/dish soap can damage wool on a molecular level. It is meant to get rid of proteins (cleaning food, oil, ect). Since wool is a protein fiber it can weaken and mess with the integrity of the fiber, especially if used with hot water. I would suggest Unicorn Power Scour if you want to get remaining lanolin out of non-superwash wool. There are other scours on the market, but I have had the best results with Unicorn. Even with higher temperatures, unicorn is phenomenal and my wool has never been damaged by it. I hope you are able to find a way that works for you! The properties of non superwash wool are amazing and it would be wonderful to see more of it on the market so more people have access to it. Have a lovely weekend!
@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast Ай бұрын
Thank you for the information, I will check out that product.
@star_athena Ай бұрын
Enjoying the jelly roll blanket as well! Ad yes, that cruise fomo was real! ❤❤❤
@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast Ай бұрын
Right, bummed we didn’t go on the cruise. Hope you are doing well.
@anitathemer4188 Ай бұрын
I have a mistake in mine as well. It is around the waist. I figure it is a design feature to separate from the chest and the bottom of the sweater. On the last band. My husband is excited to get this sweater.
@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast Ай бұрын
Oh he is going to love the sweater.
@angelafranklinlord8526 Ай бұрын
Thanks for the motivation to start my Jethro…hope to complete it before Rhinebeck! Meanwhile, Kevin, congrats on your first trunk show….I’m sure you’re a bit nervous, Kevin, but I know your yarn will shine and it will be a HUGE success. Hope you’re able to stay in the moment and actually enjoy the event (first of many, I’m sure!). I wish I lived closer (I’m midcoast Maine) but hopefully someone(s) will capture it on video so we can vicariously experience it 🥰🧶🥰.
@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast Ай бұрын
Thank you Angela, I am really excited for the trunk show. I’ve also really started working on the Jethro and been giving my self a goal of 2-4 squares a day, it is going pretty fast so far.
@CatherineKelly-zz5ry Ай бұрын
Kevin you must knit that 15 color sweater! Ray great job on the test knit sweater, I love the color and the details.
@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast Ай бұрын
I know, I really want to cast it on today, I will probably get the kit.
@valoriec Ай бұрын
Kevin, I think you should buy the kit for a cardigan. :) That would look awesome.
@helenek228 Ай бұрын
If the Wallin kit is made from Wallin yarn: do it! She is a genius at picking colors that work and creating those colors. It's the difference between loving colors in the skein when they're held together and knowing how they will blend and pop in stranded colorwork. Gorgeous test-knit, Ray! Oh, the color of that yarn...
@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast Ай бұрын
I am so close to adding the kit to my cart 😂
@sandywalheim4526 Ай бұрын
Congratulations on the trunk show going live! I so enjoy your podcast and wish that I could easily transport myself to the East Coast to see it. One day, I hope NATR is successful enough for a tour to California! 😉
@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast Ай бұрын
Thank you, we are really excited for our first trunk show.
@janetjroberson2581 Ай бұрын
Hello Kevin and Ray, from Swansea, Illinois.
@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast Ай бұрын
Hi Janet! Hope you are having a great week.
@tmcd418 Ай бұрын
Oit would be so awesome if you take a ferry ride over to the Kitsap peninsula during your Seattle trip in August. It would be an honor to meet you guys. 🎉😊
@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast Ай бұрын
We’ll see what our plans look like. Totally going with the flow 😊❤️
@nancymortell1369 Ай бұрын
There are some really cute granny square crossbody bag patterns on Ravelry that would be great for your leftovers. I really want to make a Jethro!
@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast Ай бұрын
Hi Nancy! Thank you for the suggestion, we will take a look.
@ericphilipson1604 Ай бұрын
Hi boys another great post thank you I feel your frustration Ray my son is also colour blind with certain colours, yes Kevin I would get the kit for the jumper but it looks very complicated it would totally stress me out to knit it but it would look stunning, especially with those beautiful blue eyes of yours, stay safe look after each other would love to come to America and see all these wonderful yarn shows we get nothing really like that here in the UK we don't even have many decent yarn shops here in the North East of England where I live such a shame take care love Julie xxxxx
@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast Ай бұрын
I know, I am nervous to knit it, but have really been looking for a challenge. I am currently practicing my flat colorwork knitting on a bulky cardigan
@MissSholia Ай бұрын
Ray, I agree that the fit of your cardigan is perfect 😍 Kevin, I think you should knit that colorwork sweater if you like it so much 😃
@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast Ай бұрын
I am definitely adding it to my queue, hopefully I will get to it.
@jowilkinson1371 Ай бұрын
Ray, I thought your mistake was part of your design ❤ I think it looks great when you put on.😊 Love you guys
@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast Ай бұрын
Thank you, I think the “mistake” looks good in the sleeve.
@laurakohnross6106 Ай бұрын
I look forward to each and every one of your episodes and this one was fabulous. Looking forward to being at your first trunk show. So exciting! I say yes to purchasing the Marie Wallin kit from TWT. I took the plunge a few months ago and am not regretting my decision. Just do it!!!!!!
@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast Ай бұрын
Yay!! Can’t wait to see you friend ❤️❤️
@stephaniekillins3913 Ай бұрын
I think you should definitely do the colour work sweater but in vest format!!
@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast Ай бұрын
Oh that would be really nice, I’ll have to see if the pattern has a vest option.
@kayfkay14 Ай бұрын
I own it the book and the kit . The yarn (Marie Wallin’s Aran) is gorgeous. And it’s easy to convert to knit in the round.
@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast Ай бұрын
Good to know, thank you for sharing.
@cherylkines2076 Ай бұрын
Hey Guys! Kevin I found myself talking out loud to you because I loved your Jethro color choices so much. Also, I vote yes on the multicolored sweater kit! I remember you saying you like to have a challenging project going. Ray, your test knit cardigan is GORGEOUS. The color, fit and rolled collar... chef's kiss!
@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast Ай бұрын
Thank you, I am so happy with the Jethro colors, more and more as I have been making the squares.
@robinkubasik8506 14 күн бұрын
Little behind, but Kevin talked about his slip stitch. Have you tried the invisible join? Also to add length, how about a half square instead of a full square. Can’t wait to catch up and see the finished product.
@hrhccommentmorepeople1329 Ай бұрын
I'm on the 12th and final book in the Cradle series, so, Gratitude!
@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast Ай бұрын
Yay!! We love that series, we also say apologies and gratitude to each other all the time.
@suedale1865 Ай бұрын
Great banter on your vlog makes me chuckle oh Ray pink yarn 🤣😂🤣😂🤣 so classic
@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast Ай бұрын
lol 😂
@jodyo1814 Ай бұрын
So excited Let’s hear it for the boys is here 🤩 i cast on the flax for my 4 year old son already, and I have a few other patterns I’m planning 😊 great podcast as always
@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast Ай бұрын
Yay!! It is such a great pattern and perfect for kids.
@slkendall85 Ай бұрын
Did you see that the supernatural actors who play Garth and Benny got married?!? I love it!
@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast Ай бұрын
We did! It’s the sweetest EVER ❤️❤️❤️
@jangold6787 Ай бұрын
Yes, Kevin, you should make the Marie Wallin sweater. Her designs are beautiful and you'd look great in that one. Ray, your Old Fashioned sweater is gorgeous, love how you made a mistake into very nice design element. It definitely works. Have fun at the Trunk Show. I wish I still lived near Mt Kisco.
@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast Ай бұрын
Thank you so much Jan! Ray’s sweater is going to be beautiful and I am so excited for the trunk show.
@nicolelafontaine1720 Ай бұрын
Thanks for this inspiring episode. Kevin, if you decide to knit the Marie Wallin sweater in pieces, remember you will be doing colorwork purling on the wrong side ...
@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast Ай бұрын
Thank you, I am trying that now on a bulky weight sweater to get the feel for it.
@karenjordan1822 Ай бұрын
Go for it, Kevin. Kim from Fleece and Harmony has knit a Marie W sweater that turned out to be stunning. Check out that podcast.
@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast Ай бұрын
Thank you, I will check out her channel.
@chet1051 Ай бұрын
LisaR: Ray - I actually noticed the sleeves & absolutely LOVED the detail ❤ Also , the fit couldn't be better. I know my son would wear it well - must knit your version! 😊
@gammyduhnknits Ай бұрын
Yes to kit or buy pattern and use your yarn!
@jenniferoden9343 Ай бұрын
Hope to see you at Flock! Love both your color combos for your Jethros...I have struggled making a nice granny square, so I wont be making a Jethro this summer...but I'm taking the Learn How to Granny Square class on at Flock on Friday.
@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast Ай бұрын
If you see us there definitely say hi, we are looking forward to the event and visiting the PNW for the first time.
@christinevalentine3373 Ай бұрын
I love the test knit Ray. Perfect fit for you. Some things I would have to change because I am weird. My brain notices some things and can’t let it go. You however, look good the knit looks good and Max will love it. All good. It’s up to you! Also Kevin, the Marie Wallin kit would be great. Go for it, you will not regret it.
@gretchenhagen9906 Ай бұрын
You can do it Kevin! My sister just completed a Marie Wallin and she said it looks harder than it is. Until recently, I was a copywriter for The Woolly Thistle. Definitely grab their kit. You won't be disappointed. Ray, I love your design feature and so appreciate your genuiness around this sort of thing!
@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast Ай бұрын
Thank you Gretchen, I am definitely planning on getting the kit and currently practicing my flat colorwork knitting on a bulky weight sweater.
@sewnstarlight Ай бұрын
yes, Kevin, 15 colors !
@sharonporter9621 Ай бұрын
Absolutely yes, Kevin! Knit the sweater. AND you can adjust it to knit most of it in the round. With that much colorwork, knitting in the round would be so much easier.
@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast Ай бұрын
Yes! Thank you! 😊
@lynnesanders8215 Ай бұрын
Good evening gentleman. Have watched you for so, so long, yet tonight it said i was unsubscribed😢. Have resubscribed but wondered if this has happened to anyone else. Love the I am Groot t-shirt. Sorry cannot join knit alongs as so my hands are full of arthritis but I love looking at all the beautiful work that people do. Carry On Gents. We love you both. ❤🎉 Lynne in London
@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast Ай бұрын
Hmm we’ve never heard of that before 😳 Please let us know if that keeps happening. We appreciate your support so much ❤️❤️
@feliciamk Ай бұрын
Ray, your test knit cardigan is fantabulous--your signature design element accentuates your deltoids quite nicely!! Excellent job. It's beautiful! Kevin, definitely buy the Marie Wallin kit. No need to think twice! We support...er, enable you 100%. You will, of course, nail it. Congratulations on your upcoming inaugural trunk show...how about "lets hear it for YOU GUYS"!!!! SO fun. Cheers and big hugs to you both. Always so great to see you💙💚XO
@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast Ай бұрын
Thank you so much Felicia! We are super excited for the trunk show.
@kellymolina2772 Ай бұрын
Hi Kevin and Ray! I’m so excited for your first of many trunk show! I’m definitely planning on going! 🥰
@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast Ай бұрын
Yay!! See you there!!
@yarnhabit4954 Ай бұрын
Yes make the sweater! But make the vest first as a warm up. You can do this!
@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast Ай бұрын
Kit is so close to being added to cart 😂
@bags-by-carol Ай бұрын
Heck yes on the kit Kevin - I love Woolly Thistle yarns and podcast and have been needing inspiration for a colorwork pattern - you walking us along with it would be VERY fun (sorry Ray). Keep on trying with the woolly wools - I love a non-superwash! YOU both need to go on a cruise - it would be sold out in minutes. ❤
@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast Ай бұрын
I will definitely keep trying with non superwash yarns, it has definitely been a challenge, but I am sure I will get there.
@MsGABlue Ай бұрын
I so wish I could make it to your trunk show! I love your yarn! Kevin, make the sweater! You're an amazing knitter and it looks like another opportunity to knit from stash!
@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast Ай бұрын
Thank you!
@Emily-1979 Ай бұрын
Kevin- your jethro colors are excellent (perfectly vintage mariners colors, especially if you’re planning to go to a ballgame while you’re in Seattle). Tons of fun yarny and non-yarny adventures to be had in the PNW, especially if you’ll have a car- ferry ride to a fun yarn store/speakeasy comes to mind.
@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast Ай бұрын
We are so excited for this adventure 😊😊😊
@rylomom Ай бұрын
The Woolly Thistle does beautiful kits. That’s a lovely sweater. Love Ray’s assembly line method for the granny squares
@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast Ай бұрын
His method works really well, I’ve started working one 4 at a time and 1 color sequence.
@janecornell4890 Ай бұрын
I hit the comment button by mistake oooops I have a little more to say. Ray I love your honesty, very admirable. I like your added touch....not mistake! Pack that trunk and drive it closer to me. I would buy yarn and give Ray a big squish!
@pauletteweiss3479 Ай бұрын
Yay! So excited to hear my name called as a winner. Thank you so much.
@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast Ай бұрын
Yay!! Congratulations and thank you so much for participating.
@pauletteweiss3479 Ай бұрын
@@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast FYI, I've emailed you my mailing address. Thanks again!
@dawndobbins9398 Ай бұрын
Hi from the UK. Great podcast….love listening to you both. Very inspiring!
@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast Ай бұрын
Thank you so much Dawn.
@BookwormJen4 Ай бұрын
Well, that was exciting! (Though Justine did text me when she saw it, so I wasn’t totally surprised. 😂) I’ll definitely be at Skein for both Miss Babs and Les Garçons, so I’m sure I’ll see you! Thanks!!
@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast Ай бұрын
Congrats!! So happy you won.
@terryplace9069 Ай бұрын
Went on an Alaskan cruise last September, tripped over the threshold from the balcony 10 min in and broke 4 ribs one of them twice. Refused to go to medical for 2 days and was in horrible pain the whole trip
@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast Ай бұрын
Oof that’s rough
@josephinederouin9417 Ай бұрын
As always nice to watch your videos ❤I also watch max an Vincent very talented guys you all are Keep up the awesome videos I never miss an episode take care
@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast Ай бұрын
Thank you so much Josephine!
@TheSherlene 12 күн бұрын
Flax Sweater was my first real knitted sweater, easy to go by pattern. (self taught knitting thank you KZfaq).
@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast 11 күн бұрын
It really is one of the best first sweater patterns.
@janetpope5742 Ай бұрын
Kevin, I love the Marie Wallin sweater, but keep in mind that if it is knit in pieces , you will be doing colorwork on the purl side as well as the knit side. I’ve been thinking of one of those patterns ,too. I think I would try to convert it to knitting in the round and make steeks for the armholes. But seriously, Yikes!
@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast Ай бұрын
I am currently testing my color work flat knitting on a bulky weight colorwork sweater, hopefully that will give me the confidence to try a fingering weight sweater.
@theknittingchick Ай бұрын
Great video guys. Kevin, I know you didn't ask but with your Granny Square sweater I would ditch the rust colour and add in the mint. Just my opinion. Hugs to you both! 😘
@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast Ай бұрын
Thanks for the suggestion, I may add that in some other squares as I do like it, I was trying to figure out how to have both color in the square, but didn’t like the combos I was coming up with.
@lsdev4229 Ай бұрын
Always fun to hear what you two are up to. I have also been contemplating on whether to make a Marie Wallin Sweater Kevin. I would have to knit it in the round. It would be fun to pick out all the colours and I'm sure its not difficult because you are probably only using two colours...maybe three at one time. They are beautiful. Ive knitted a few of her tams(hat). Thanks for the episode! 🥰🇨🇦Sharon.
@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast Ай бұрын
I am looking forward to getting a kit and making the sweater.
@randie5436 Ай бұрын
Ray, your brown cardigan is absolutely stunning!
@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast Ай бұрын
Thank you 😊
@asajohansson7867 Ай бұрын
Superwash yarns are not very environmentally friendly so pls consider that when choosing yarn 🙏
@karenparker9113 Ай бұрын
Nice job on your sweater Ray! Fits your perfectly! Kevin, do the colorwork sweater. Love it. Let us know where you buy the kit please. XO
@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast Ай бұрын
I will definitely give the name of the store, once I buy the kit.
@janecornell4890 Ай бұрын
Oh my my it has been sweltering here too. I was afraid the emotional support chicken I was making would have turned to fried chicken! You notice I said was......I actually got over my fear of making the chicken and successfully finished it! I feel so good that I accomplished that! I was a notch below steeking for this project. Steeking is my biggest fear! You should make that sweater. When I am unsure of making an item, I will buy the pattern and then decide on yarn. That way the pattern I will have in case of no availability when finally deciding. Good thing I don't podcast. I would have 100 WIPs and no FOs! The podcast would go on for weeks! Lucky Roman! I need an Uncle Kevin! When you reference a magic knot is that so you don't have to weave in ends? I was taught to cut out yarn knots and weave in ends with commercial yarn. (Should you always listen to mom? 🤣) If you are going to leave the knot trimmed close, is it because a child has a limited time to wear? I may have to make a jelly roll too....101 WIPs!
@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast Ай бұрын
LOL fried chicken, it has been so hot. The magic knot is to join new skeins of yarn, normally I cut out knots, but I was so close to the end of the sleeve that the magic knot seemed like a better option.
@janetsheehey3205 Ай бұрын
I'd really like to see both the front and back of your blanket joins
@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast Ай бұрын
Ok
@ThirdStreetCreates Ай бұрын
I use clover amour and tulip etimo crochet hooks when I do crochet. The etimo I use are not the square thin flat ones. Love them both best! To knit I am team chiagoo and the mindful collection circulars.
@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast Ай бұрын
We are both huge Chiagoo fans and have a set on the mindful collection and use those as well.
@kima9181 Ай бұрын
Roman's sweater is awesome! I need to start a Jelly Roll -- love seeing yours.
@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast Ай бұрын
Thank you, I love how the sweater turned out. The Jelly Roll is so fun, we would highly recommend it.
@nadinegoffart487 Ай бұрын
Beautiful Test knit, Ray. Embrace your misstaken 😊 and Kevin, YES to the Marie Wallin sweater ❤
@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast Ай бұрын
Thank you Nadine, I am so close to buying the kit.
@deborahway8636 Ай бұрын
Ray your just keeping it humble
@sheilamurphy9079 Ай бұрын
We would LOVE to have you come visit our new LYS, Simsbury Yarns in Simsbury, CT!! Ray, we could give you lots of hugs!! You too Kevin!! Jeanne is waiting to hear from you.... 😊
@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast Ай бұрын
We have been in contact with her, we will definitely be heading to the shop.
@joanngrigoli5349 Ай бұрын
Can't say that I would knit that sweater Kevin- love the color work but I HATE sewing pieces together. Good luck!
@CassieDA17 Ай бұрын
Yesss! Knit that 15 color sweater Kevin!
@deboraj50 Ай бұрын
My brother’s BD is June 26 as well. 🎉❤ Happy BD to your Mom, Ray!
@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast Ай бұрын
Happy birthday to your brother!
@elizabethdelong6431 Ай бұрын
Ray getting old is somewhat better than the alternative!😂
@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast Ай бұрын
LOL so true 😂
@user-xb9lf5kt1o Ай бұрын
Your sweater looks great Ray and you would think it’s part of the pattern with both sleeves having the same “happy accident “ and that’s why I don’t like knitting moss stitch which is what we call that stitch in England.
@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast Ай бұрын
Good to know, we thought they were the same stitch.
@isabelwear4158 Ай бұрын
Go for it, make the multicoloured sweater. Thank you for the both of you for such a great podcasts.
@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast Ай бұрын
It will definitely be made, not sure when I will buy the kit.
@Kim-Lou Ай бұрын
Absolutely love you guys. ❤
@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast Ай бұрын
Aww thank you so much Kim, we appreciate you watching and commenting.
@monacarterknight8117 Ай бұрын
I say yes to the Marie Wallin allover colorwork, Kevin ❤
@maryannharlow5172 Ай бұрын
Good podcast. I like that you are both working on Kay Jones afghan. Keep each other motivated. Ray your test knit looked great. Kevin I say no to the multi-colored sweater. Your shows would be so long while you name all 15 colors of yarn. haha
@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast Ай бұрын
LOL omg going all of those colors would be too much
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