Ranunculus assistance: picking what size to make

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Sun Dragon Tips & Tricks

Sun Dragon Tips & Tricks

2 жыл бұрын

Some musings on picking a size of the Ranunculus, since I am asked this question weekly. Midori, the pattern writer, has left it open-ended on purpose, so I'm sharing some of what I and others have found helpful in picking a size.
When if comes time to block my lace weight Ranunculus I may make a video on that, we shall see!
Sun Dragon had a knit-a-long in April 2022 for the Ranunculus sweater by Midori Hirose, and I made some videos that can assist the pattern. I will try not to reveal too much of the pattern, you can get your own copy from the pattern writer on Ravelry (about $6.50):
www.ravelry.com/patterns/libr...
We love this pattern in the shop because it is so customizable, you can make it on any yarn from a lace weight to worsted weight, can alter the neckline, sleeve length, and torso length, and since it's designed to have enormous positive ease, you can do all of it on a size 10 needle, often without testing your gauge.
I'll be doing my best to build a playlist of videos that I've already make that could be helpful as well.
Here is the Facebook Sun Dragon KAL page:
/ sundragonkal
Consider subscribing, suggest videos you want to see below, and check out the Sun Dragon Sideshow, Liz and I are always making fun things. We will be talking a lot about the Ranunculus as well during this knit-a-long over there:
/ sundragonsideshow
‪@SunDragonSideshow‬
Let me know what else you would be interested in seeing in a video :)
Check out our patreon page:
patreon.com/sundragon

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@marymurphy9447
@marymurphy9447 11 күн бұрын
Hi from Ireland, at last, someone explains the Ranunculus sizing that I can understand the positive/negative ease, thank you.
@RKCALGARY
@RKCALGARY 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for existing! And thank you for making crafting full of joy and confidence. You are an excellent teacher! Your down to earth abilities to make/help people understand and figure things out comes from your empathy of people’s varying abilities to “get it”. I am not talking about this video in particular but about all the vids of yours I go to when I need to be explained something in a way so I get it. You rock and definitely have a great talent for explaining , showing, demonstrating. Love you and your demeanour. God bless you. ❤
@ephemerabluetit335
@ephemerabluetit335 Жыл бұрын
Snort
@cherylburgoyne6189
@cherylburgoyne6189 Ай бұрын
Thank you also for your videos in caption. I’m hearing-impaired and was having difficulty with Midiri’s videos without sound. Much appreciated. Hope to visit your store soon.
@kazwahmelbourne9271
@kazwahmelbourne9271 Жыл бұрын
Hello Rebecca, thank you , thank you for all your amazing info'ness! It's brillian to find your video's as embark on a ranunculus and my first ever top down sweater! Your video's are invaluable...thank you !!!!
@mueno
@mueno Жыл бұрын
That I can start knitting without deciding which size I pick is great info. Thank you so much!
@ephemerabluetit335
@ephemerabluetit335 Жыл бұрын
So glad you have taken the time to help us.
@brigittelinke3668
@brigittelinke3668 Жыл бұрын
I am watching your Videos since a short time and what you are doing is so helpful for me. I didn't know which size I should knit and to meassure a shirt I like was so helpful. Thanks a lot. Now I try to knit the Ranunculus and I hope I will be succesful ☺. Kind regards from Germany
@jancrowther1325
@jancrowther1325 Ай бұрын
Thank you for making this project doable for me! I’m starting to feel I can pull this off. Lucky you- from Brevard! Beautiful part of the country!!
@mdbenoit
@mdbenoit Жыл бұрын
Thank you for this! it confirms what I thought but its nice to be sure.
@lupepedraza8497
@lupepedraza8497 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for taking the time to do these tutorials. It made so many doubts I had much clear.
@littlestbroccoli
@littlestbroccoli Жыл бұрын
Thank you! I'd rather know the full explanation to make my own choice any day than have a pattern tell me what to do, whether it's for my own good or not lol. This was extremely helpful and easy to understand.
@debbiedunne7354
@debbiedunne7354 2 жыл бұрын
Loved this info! Thanks. I am ready to get one on my needles and have been wondering about this.. I’m just going to embrace oversized and drape!
@jonellesandel1066
@jonellesandel1066 Жыл бұрын
Slow to the game and just got pattern, this was so helpful after puzzling at the pattern sizing!
@susanspeight148
@susanspeight148 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the help!!
@ephemerabluetit335
@ephemerabluetit335 11 ай бұрын
Having so much fun, thanks to you.
@Eiaknits2012
@Eiaknits2012 Жыл бұрын
Thank you for explaining!
@sailingseaofstars
@sailingseaofstars 2 жыл бұрын
thanks I really needed this
@ChynnaBlue1
@ChynnaBlue1 3 ай бұрын
This is so helpful. Thank you!
@lanaparker293
@lanaparker293 10 ай бұрын
This was very helpful! Thank you!
@christinecormick6104
@christinecormick6104 Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much 😁
@karenmwangi9807
@karenmwangi9807 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much!! I have been wondering about this!!!
@donnapaskvan8927
@donnapaskvan8927 2 жыл бұрын
Wow! It looks good just the way it is. Thank you for sharing.
@cindyg.8425
@cindyg.8425 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for today. Am loving your tutorials.
@dianepothier3078
@dianepothier3078 2 жыл бұрын
You are an “angel in knits”
@miziacamargo
@miziacamargo 2 жыл бұрын
I totally agree!
@dianeazzopardi6269
@dianeazzopardi6269 Жыл бұрын
great tips
@corkyfreeman5034
@corkyfreeman5034 2 жыл бұрын
You are just the best
@dianescott3515
@dianescott3515 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for another helpful Ranunculus video!
@tinasparkes8938
@tinasparkes8938 11 ай бұрын
Thanks you very helpful
@susanmartinez1485
@susanmartinez1485 3 ай бұрын
I can’t thank you enough for making this video!
@diannedallmeyer1718
@diannedallmeyer1718 Жыл бұрын
Thank you! You made the size selection much easier. Great spending some time with you!
@Vloizou
@Vloizou 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much!! 😁 As always your information is so useful 😄😄😄
@sheilaferg45
@sheilaferg45 Жыл бұрын
Thank you for making the sizing easier. I was put off making this sweater because on the pattern it looked enormous. So hope to cast on this weekend and hopefully your video will get me through that. Take care Sheila
@sabinezechmann2560
@sabinezechmann2560 Жыл бұрын
Thank you soooo much, your Videos make it easier vor me to do the ranunculus Sweater 🙏🌻
@miziacamargo
@miziacamargo 2 жыл бұрын
You are so amazing! Love every advice, always perfect for me. With your vídeos assistances I'm be able to do all my Ranaculi. Just cast on the third one.... thank you so much, Rebecca!
@Susanna550
@Susanna550 Жыл бұрын
A wonderful video. Thank you Rebecca, you helped me immensely! I agree with RK. Excellent teacher!
@Suny-yg1cu
@Suny-yg1cu Жыл бұрын
Gracias Rebecca!!! Tus videos son muy útiles.😘👍💞
@lorrainehay9348
@lorrainehay9348 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much. I am struggling to work out the best size to knit now I understand it a lot better.😍
@cassideal
@cassideal Жыл бұрын
Thanks so much for these helpful videos - you look beautiful in this sweater!
@CMeyer-ut3dd
@CMeyer-ut3dd 11 ай бұрын
Your sweater looks so good on you! You make me want to make this.
@melindaw3292
@melindaw3292 4 ай бұрын
Thank you so much for this detailed explanation! I found it very insightful. 💚
@SharonCullenArt
@SharonCullenArt Жыл бұрын
This was soooo healpful. Thank you so much.😊
@SunDragonTipsTricks
@SunDragonTipsTricks Жыл бұрын
I'm so glad!
@luciedetullio8796
@luciedetullio8796 2 ай бұрын
Thank you Rebecca. I am starting it with more confidence.....You make it so clear! 😊
@QueenViolet8
@QueenViolet8 7 ай бұрын
Thanks for sharing your info I was thinking about casting this on to my needles 🥰
@LesliesLakeLife
@LesliesLakeLife Жыл бұрын
I am getting ready to cast on my first Ranunculus tonight. Thank you for explaining the sizing.
@alisoncaronflyingfree
@alisoncaronflyingfree Жыл бұрын
You are making me feel much more comfortable. I've been wanting to try the ranunculus for some time even though I am not a truly experienced knitter and I've been anxious about it. I do have some lovely Carpe Diem Nueva DK that I will pair with some Mouton Noir both in a lovely shade of turquoise. My plan was to start on New Years day but I think I may try to cast on today and see how it goes. Exciting!
@cheryladams5785
@cheryladams5785 10 ай бұрын
Thanks!
@maryannbergeron9531
@maryannbergeron9531 Жыл бұрын
I am a new subscriber. I really want to make the Ranunculus pattern so finding your channel is a real blessing. I will be using your April videos to help me. ❤
@aggierowe9574
@aggierowe9574 Жыл бұрын
Thank you for an awesome set of instructional videos on this beautiful sweater! I’m new to NC but when I figure out where Brevard is, I will definitely visit your shop :)
@elizabethwillars838
@elizabethwillars838 10 ай бұрын
Thank you so much! I’m excited to cast on. I’m pretty close to your shape and size, and it looks so fantastic on you! I love how it’s made for every body! Thanks for all the tips.
@pamelasmith6306
@pamelasmith6306 2 жыл бұрын
This was a very informative video, I recently bought the ranunculus pattern,I will soon give it a go….Thank you…
@christenagervais7303
@christenagervais7303 Жыл бұрын
Thank you for this video! You really explained things very well! Now I'm not so scared to start my ranunculus!
@pc8863
@pc8863 Жыл бұрын
Thank you for all the details on sizing for this sweater. Great video!
@SunDragonTipsTricks
@SunDragonTipsTricks Жыл бұрын
You are so welcome! ❤️
@shellakabooki3349
@shellakabooki3349 9 ай бұрын
I am about to start my first Ranunculus. Thank you so much for making this video, really helpful. You answered so many of my questions, and some I did not know I had. I am going to make the biggest size in a lace weight. It is a silk/linen blend from my stash. 🌸🌷🌺
@twpsy634
@twpsy634 Жыл бұрын
You are indeed a natural at teaching. I have gained so much confidence to try new techniques etc from your videos. As an older lady short with a petite frame, but with bigger boobs I find that I prefer positive ease and some drape.It took a bit of trial and error to make sure that I didn't look swamped , but the first jumper that I knitted and felt happy with I now keep as a template for new projects . I like it for layering over a shirt. turtle neck etc. It detracts from the fact that my boobs are heading South.😆😉🙃.I appreciate that this wouldn't be of any use for people in a warmer part of the world, but great here in Wales over the winter. Once again thank you so much. Your company is both a joy and comfort .Bless you and best wishes to you and those you love.
@lindas5964
@lindas5964 11 ай бұрын
Thank you Rebecca! Been meaning to knit this for a while, my issue is I want to use a smaller needle and I know I can size up in in the pattern but am worried the difference in the gauge will affect the decreases/increases. Gonna just go with it…it’s just yarn after all!
@phf3238
@phf3238 9 ай бұрын
Thank you for this work. And, you are really cute. Going to link up your shop.
@sisselstenersen8139
@sisselstenersen8139 2 жыл бұрын
Hi Very beutiful sweather and color of the yarn 😁😁🥰
@crochetwithjyoti
@crochetwithjyoti 2 жыл бұрын
Nice sharing 👌🌹🤝👍
@irenecortez7819
@irenecortez7819 2 жыл бұрын
You are such an awesome instructor. Thank you
@beatewolf7477
@beatewolf7477 4 ай бұрын
The mintgrey coloured ranunculus is a very good colour for you.
@melaniew4354
@melaniew4354 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for this series. I have been knitting about 2 years and I have mainly focused on sweaters. I have made several top down raglans and cardigans and been pleased with the results. I would like to make a Ranunculus, but I haven't made a lace yoke sweater yet. I really like the ones I have seen that are more fitted. I have a 42 inch bust, so I'm thinking maybe I should pick something else if the smallest size is 46? I don't want anything that big...but I'm not sure how other people, who look smaller than me, got such a nice fitted one?
@cmb4280
@cmb4280 2 жыл бұрын
You could try a smaller needle size so you don’t have as much positive ease.
@miziacamargo
@miziacamargo 2 жыл бұрын
You can see others Ranunculus at Ravelry page. If you want more fitted you can down your needles. My 1st I needed to up a needle because my yarn was Worsted. And it's ok with only 2 positive ease. Make your yoke, take off the needles and try to figure out how size you want to pick up. Good lucky!
@melaniew4354
@melaniew4354 2 жыл бұрын
@@miziacamargo Thank you for the advice, I appreciate it!
@aninehartog3950
@aninehartog3950 10 ай бұрын
I also used the small next version ( 60 sts) on 3.5 mm needles and could not get it over my head. I know think I must increase the number of sts OR cast on using 4.5 mm needles?
@aninehartog3950
@aninehartog3950 10 ай бұрын
I also need to say - Thank you for existing! I did not get gauge. I got 18 sts on a 4.5 mm and I do not want to go down with the needle site. My bust is my wildest point and that is 51 ". I divide 18/4 and get 4.5 - 51 +18 = 69". 4.5 x 69 = 311 stiches. I am going to make size 11 - Do you agree?
@cherylburgoyne6189
@cherylburgoyne6189 Ай бұрын
Is there a video for binding off for the short sleeve version? 2:35
@mimiwhite1963
@mimiwhite1963 Жыл бұрын
I think for my body lace weight bigger but smaller with thicker yarn. My boobs are dd and my bootie a 0. A little over 4 inches difference and I am petite. Huge ease makes me look like a tank on toothpicks. Love your advice
@dorisenderle5857
@dorisenderle5857 9 ай бұрын
I looked at the pattern and noticed, when you got to the division of the sleeves, it took ( depending on the sizing) that the body stitches increased but the sleeve stitches got smaller. I’m making one for my granddaughter and she wants the big puffy sleeves also. How do I do this when the stitch count gets less with the larger sizes. Or am I reading the pattern wrong?
@patriciafitzgerald1953
@patriciafitzgerald1953 Жыл бұрын
Where can you get the pattern that’s not Euro dollars? I’m in the States and want to order the pattern but only available in our currecy
@SunDragonTipsTricks
@SunDragonTipsTricks Жыл бұрын
Hi Patricia- if you buy it from Ravelry, it will do the current exchange for you. Right now the exchange rates between euros and dollars is pretty good : www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/ranunculus-3
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