107• Giant Giraffe, Advent Crocheting, Chunky Jumpers | November Knitting & Crochet Wrap Up ❄️

Welcome to Little Drops of Wonderful! My channel is ALL about crochet, knitting, yarn and creative stuff!
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:: CHAPTERS ::
00:00 Intro
04:15 Projects I finished in November
09:24 Projects I progressed in November
17:12 December Making Plans
30:33 Serious Lights (sponsor!)
34:36 Patterns on My Radar / Cosy Winter Blanket MAL 2024
44:10 Strictly Sock-a-long (prizes!!)
51:32 And Finally...
:: LINKS & USEFUL STUFF TO KNOW ::
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♡ If you like daily life vlogs make sure you visit me on my other channel - This Little Wonderful life - / thislittlewonderfullife
♡ What to get in touch? [e-mail]
Mentioned:
:: Projects Finished in November ::
♡ Swiss Dot Socks by Nancy Wheeler ‪@knitsiphappy‬
www.ravelry.com/patterns/libr...
♡ Phoebe's Giraffe from the book Edward's Menagerie by Kerry Lord
:: Projects Progressed in November ::
♡ Drippity Drop Socks by Kay Jones www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/drippity-drop-socks
Using Ballroom Bliss by ‪@greenlambkinyarn‬
(Bag by ‪@SewUnique‬ )
♡Virus Shawl - I eventually used a video by ‪@FiberSpider‬ which taught me how to do it!
(Bag by This Lizzie Sews)
♡ Project Christmas Jumper playlist • Project Christmas Jump...
(Bag by ‪@lemontreecorner‬ )
Easy & Fast Chunky Sweater ‪@accrochets‬ • How To crochet Easy An...
:: December Making Plans ::
Yarn advents from:
♡ A Homespun House ‪@AHomespunHouse‬
♡ Greenlambkin Yarn ‪@greenlambkinyarn‬ greenlambkinyarn.com
:: Patterns on my Radar / Cosy Winter Blanket MAL 2024 ::
♡ My beautiful co-host is Sherrie ‪@OllieandBella‬
Knitting and/or crocheting blankets and staying cosy from 01 Jan - 29(!) Feb 2024. WIPs welcome as long as no more than 50% done. You don’t have to finish!
Ravelry thread: www.ravelry.com/discuss/ollie--bella-podcast/4288635/1-25#3
Hashtag is #cosywinterblanketalong24 if you want to start sharing your plans on Instagram
♡ Habitation Throw by Helen Stewart www.etsy.com/uk/listing/831301310/knitting-pattern-easy-blanket-knitting
♡ Granny Stripe by Attic24 attic24.typepad.com/weblog/gr...
♡ Neat Ripple by Attic24 attic24.typepad.com/weblog/ne...
♡ Sweet Shop Blanket by Laura Penrose ‪@_laurapenrose_‬ www.penroseknits.com/product-page/sweet-shop-blanket
♡ Crochet Star Quilt by Sandra Paul ‪@CherryHeart‬ www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/crochet-star-quilt
♡ Bright Side Blanket by Toni Lipsey ‪@TLYarnCrafts‬ tlycblog.com/bright-side-blan...
♡ Arvada Shawl by Toni Lipsey www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/arvada-shawl
♡ Garter Squish by Stephen West ‪@StephenWest‬ www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/garter-squish
♡ Greenlambkin Yarn Blanket Club 2024 greenlambkinyarn.com
:: Strictly Sockalong 2023!! ::
♡ My mug is from Toadstool House Art (she doesn't sell them but she does sell other gorgeous things!) www.etsy.com/shop/toadstoolhouseart
♡ Winners for the ‘Made it to Blackpool’ category announced (and another cheating winner!)
♡ See episode 104, my Instagram or Ravelry for all the info and "rules".
Chat here: www.ravelry.com/discuss/littl...
Post FOs here: www.ravelry.com/discuss/littl...
Or post on Instagram using #strictlysockalong2023
Official Strictly Sockalong yarn is by @greenlambkinyarn www.etsy.com/uk/shop/Greenlam...
♡ Prizes shown from:
Greenlambkin Yarn ‪@greenlambkinyarn‬
Quinn's Memory Socks (raising money for 4Louis charity) www.ravelry.com/patterns/libr...
Eldenwood Craft ‪@EldenwoodCraft‬ eldenwoodcraft.com
♡ Back to the 80s socks by Sock Knitters Club ‪@ThePlayfulKnitter‬
www.ravelry.com/patterns/libr...
♡ Knit Sip Happy ‪@knitsiphappy‬
♡ DISCOUNT CODE! 20% off all of Beki Dickson Designs’ sock patterns for the duration of the sockalong! Use code Strictly20 www.ravelry.com/designers/bek...
:: And Finally… ::
♡ Vlogmas is happening!
♡ Carol Roy’s new podcast is ‪@SwatchThisSpace-md4rs‬
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I hope you enjoyed my podcast as much as I enjoy making it! If I have missed any information above just drop me a question in the comments.
Thank you so much for watching!
Ali xx
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[@lorettafpol2006]

I am so sad for you and Moosie. My husband and I missed our grandsons graduation because he was so weak with cancer treatment. When Paul was diagnosed the oncologist asked how long he wanted to live. Immediately Paul responded,"I have young grandchildren that I would like to see graduate high school". He suffered through four years of treatment and thought he would see at least Connor graduate. Alas! The night arrived and he just couldn't manage it. All that to say I know what it takes to fight to recognize the blessings and kept hope alive. I will be 85 in January and have worked through lots of stuff to remain independent. Prayers for you and thanks for being so inspiring 😊

[@LittleDropsofWonderful]

I think this comment may be for another video Loretta, but hugs for you xx

[@_laurapenrose_]

Thank you for sharing the Sweet Shop Ali!! Yes you can use your advents, I included guidance in the pattern and on Ravelry ☺️. Xxx

[@patwagner9308]

350 HDC !!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Oh my goodness. I've done long foundation chains like that........&.....ugh. But you're right, it gets easier after that. I love crocheting...but long chains like that are something I slog thru ! LOL I enjoyed seeing your Christmasy decorations. While watching YT today, I'm crocheting a hot pad w/a Christmas tree design in the center...white w/a green tree....then the back of the hot pad is done in solid green.. The stitch used is HHDC...Herringbone Half Double Crochet..& bobbles frame the hot pad.So cute ! It's by Daisy Farm Crafts. I made the tree one & their candy cane one a few years ago....now I'm making more. Planning in giving a couple to our nice next-door-neighbor. Happy holidays, Alie , from your "next door" birthday viewer ( April 20). Oh...love the tiny candy cane necklace!

[@LittleDropsofWonderful]

Happy holidays Pat! I just googled those patterns and they are so pretty! Thanks for mentioning them. I need to make myself some new hot pads :) xx

[@suedale1865]

To snot or not to snot the vlog is still great I love Caitlin giraffe lucky Phoebe two beauties together

[@highlandheffalump]

There’s a giraffe in the Wonka movie, you should all go see it, it’s joyous. I’m going again on Friday 😂

[@SewRunKnit]

I’m pretty sure the wee start of that triangle blanket could double as a bandana head wrap for Not Our Cat. Meow!

[@sharon-eh6zx]

Hi Ali, thank goodness this episode wasn’t a drinking game! With every time we heard “Suzanne” we have a drink! 😂. Hahaha we’d all be sloshed! X

[@LittleDropsofWonderful]

@SewRunKnit don’t give me ideas! Now looking up cat bandanas on Ravelry… 🐱 😄

[@LittleDropsofWonderful]

@sharon-eh6zx haha, we should totally do that next time! 😂

[@kalenreichert]

Your #cosywinterblanketalong24 is perfect as I need to finish a blanket for my twin sister’s 50th birthday in January. ❤ I crocheted Sandra Paul’s Nature’s Walk blanket for our older sister’s 50th birthday in 2021 so I have to make a larger blanket for my twin sister. ❤

[@ThePlayfulKnitter]

Thank you so much for your sweet words for the Back to the 80s Socks and the vlog! I love that you are doing the blanket-along. Perfect time to get my advent minis on the needles🙂❤❤

[@stitcht78]

I've been making the "crochet advent baby blanket" by lucienne crochet with my advent from this year. It was so fun and easy that I've started a 2nd for some random Minis I have. It's for 24 20g Minis plus a contrast color in the middle of them. I absolutely love making it! Mine's not going to be a baby blanket though it's the perfect size for sitting on the couch.

[@ericallerton809]

Awesome episode,,,,,Can't wait to see UR granny wrap in homespun house yarns,,,,!!wow,,,, Love UR Swiss dot shorties,,,, Must get mine off needles,,,,Just so many Christmas socks going on,,,,!!! See u in vlogmas,,, ElaineXoxo 🏘🏡🎄

[@elena---c1558]

I love your cardigan, every time you wear it I think it looks so classic and elegant. Even if you don't finish your bulky jumper by Christmas I think the colours make it perfect for all winter long. It reminds me of bear branches amongst snow and ice. I've been having a fabulous time in the strictly sock along and am looking forward to the cozy blanket along

[@littlejoysstudiouk]

Happy Holidays everyone!!

[@heathertucker7056]

Love a crafty video from you! Love Phoebes giraffe and your new socks! Congratulations to all the strictly winners this time. I have at least one more pair to get in! Take care x

[@bevabberley1524]

It is difficult when your children are not as enthusiastic as you for your knitting and crochet. I was amazed last week when my daughter asked for some fingerless gloves. In fact I followed your KZbin demo. 🎉 thank you

[@karenoelfke2044]

Hello! It's Karen from Minnesota in the USA. On the Serious lights, they do make the plug ends to fit for the USA as I ordered one, and it's perfect. Thank you so much. Love both your channels.

[@LittleDropsofWonderful]

Thanks for the info! That is so good! I am sitting with mine, and it's tinsel, now as I type! 💡 Thanks Karen xx

[@joydewdney8925]

Enjoyed the podcast as usual and so excited that I won a prize in the Strictly sockalong! Happy Holidays to you and the family x

[@sharonsutcliffe]

I love your giraffe, absolutely fabulous. Your tree will look stunning. Have a very happy Christmas 🎅 🫶🏻🎄 xx

[@journeysthroughknitting9830]

I have intentions to frog the scrap yarn mitre square blanket I started to re-do it with black yarn framing each square, but in the rush to pack up my house in preparation to move I haven't the foggiest where that project bag ended up! I know it is in my storage locker, but that is so stuffed full that I can't go through it. Perhaps I will look through my stash and see if I have something to make a different blanket with. Happy Holiday to you, Dan, Lillia, and Phoebe!

[@pamelageoghegan8859]

Hi Ali. Thanks for all the blanket ideas. x

[@gemmaswain3201]

If you’re after a squishy but not intimidating knitted blanket, have a look at the four points blanket by Purl Soho. It’s a free pattern and I’ve been making the chunky version. A decent sized for a lap blanket or baby blanket, and very squishy, but doesn’t take forever to knit. Love the podcast! Have a lovely Christmas and new year x

[@pennyspearing2731]

I always love your Podcasts and keeping up with your Vlogmass too and wow so many people doing vlogmass that will take me into the new year to watch 😊

[@mywonderfulknittinglife]

I am always excited when you put out a new podcast. So nice to sit and knit along with you. Looking forward to watching future episodes in 2024. Best wishes from Margaret of My Wonderful Knitting Life podcast!

[@carolyncampbell6149]

Anything other than Granny crocheting blankets scares me Ali but I love knitting them! Lovely podcast as always, thankyou for being so encouraging and inspiring and all round lovely!

[@LittleDropsofWonderful]

Thank you Carolyn! 😊

[@jopicklelily]

Happy new year Ali and co 🎉 love your podcasts and vlogs xx

[@janecheesehead3178]

love the pic at the end of the colorful crochet stars. phoebe's giraffe turned out soooo cute!

[@LittleDropsofWonderful]

Thanks Jane! xx

[@EvieO1950]

Just put clay over the handle of the Clover hook you don’t like.

[@helenravine5163]

Lovely episode, thank you! Happy holidays to you too Ali. See you next year x

[@janetlepre7555]

Thank you for all your wonderful sharing. I love all of your makes. I also agree with you that I would much rather crochet a blanket. I might consider joining the crochet along if I finish some things that I’m doing at the moment. I have some yarn to use up. Lol by the way, did you check out TL yarn, crafts, Daphne blanket❓. it’s quite lovely. I have made three of them it uses the granny stitch made in large triangles. Really cool you can get some very interesting effects with it. Well good luck with everything. I’ll see you on your other channel. ❤

[@LittleDropsofWonderful]

Thanks so much Janet! I just looked up the Daphne blanket - that is gorgeous! Love it! x

[@keelylambert5967]

I hate knitting blankets as they take forever!!!! However, i am currently working on my 2nd Sweet Shop blanket, and i am obsessed!!! It's one of those projects you can't put down. I recommended you try it as a first knitted blanket. You'll be pleasantly surprised, i am sure 😊 xx

[@annesullivan1171]

Lovely vlog Alli. I love the strictly socks and the blankets which I have crocheted and knitted in the past. I have been snowed under with sewing past month or 3 so haven't had much time to knit socks or blankets. BUT THIS IS GOING TO CHANGE alfter christmas. I am so going to join the strictly program when it comes round again. I always follow you on youtube. I call it little drops of delight ❤❤o

[@cynthiaspear-duncan7661]

Have a wonderful holiday season Ali.

[@LittleDropsofWonderful]

And you Cynthia! ❤️

[@janecozens9968]

Ali your giraffe 🦒 is absolutely amazing you are so talented ❤

[@valeriehowden471]

❤ the giraffe. I might need one myself!

[@LittleDropsofWonderful]

Everyone needs a giant crochet giraffe I think! 😄

[@kimcunningham2107]

You are sooooo talented, Ali! 💖🥰❤️

[@vindeljay]

Yes Happy Holidays to you and your family. Thanks.

[@lottesroom]

Love your (Phoebe's) giraffe!

[@morningloryke]

Thank you and Merry Christmas!!

[@LittleDropsofWonderful]

And to you! Merry Christmas! xx

[@michelleengland4562]

I cannot wait for the blanket knit along. It is literally all I think about

[@LittleDropsofWonderful]

🤗 It's going to be very cosy :) xx

[@ic7505]

You did an amazing job and you were not ‘rubbish’ at all. Fun, bright, happy (even if a wee bit snotty🤣). Happy holidays lovely Ali (and family) 🤗🥰

[@LittleDropsofWonderful]

🤧 Ah thank you so much! Happy holidays! xx

[@elaineheisler8584]

Wonderful podcast. Loved it.

[@LittleDropsofWonderful]

Thanks so much Elaine! 🤗

[@colettemoolman4410]

I love Lebkuchen cookies too. Don't know where to find them in Qatar though 😢. Hope you and your family have a save and merry Christmas! Happy creating and see you next year!

[@LittleDropsofWonderful]

Thank you! You too! Merry Christmas and see you in 2024 ✨

[@ASmileAdayful]

I'm sitting here with my serious light hooking with brown yarn, which I wouldn't be able to do in the past I might venture with black which I've avoided like the plague, I also got hubby one and his had it on at his computer, bit miffed as I got it for him to whittle by😂 ty gorgeous 👍

[@LittleDropsofWonderful]

I was cross stitching on dark fabric and my light made it possible! I am impressed that your husband whittles, Dan bought me a whittling knife a few years ago and I haven't been brave enough to try it yet! xx

[@ASmileAdayful]

@@LittleDropsofWonderful 🤣🤣 I actually bought the whittle knife for me.... When I had a go on a carrot I thought, this hobby is dangerous😂 wiped it clean and wrapped it up with a packet of plasters😂 for hubby's Xmas gift three years ago. Yup stick with needles and hooks it's safer😉

[@anneliefouche6483]

Treat yourself to a tulip hook. The Black and gold coes in 3.25 !!!

[@LittleDropsofWonderful]

I might do! I have a Tulip black and gold that I am using for my other advent project and I love it!

[@dsherrill2988]

Hi Bernat blanket is wonderful, but I noticed Hobbii has Honey Bunny that looks very similar and might be less expensive shipping for you 🧶🧶🧶

[@LittleDropsofWonderful]

Good find! I will have a little nose in Hobbycraft when I am nearby later on :) xx

[@nadinestapler3881]

Is there a way to make the habitation throw bigger?

[@LittleDropsofWonderful]

I have never made one so I am not sure, sorry xx

[@beachgirl7598]

I’m glad you’re feeling better. Does the light run a little hot?

[@LittleDropsofWonderful]

I’m sitting with mine now, I’ve had it on for about 3 hours and can feel no heat from it at all, and it’s cool to touch. Hope this helps! 💡

[@beachgirl7598]

@@LittleDropsofWonderful that helps a lot! By the way, I told Carol you mentioned podcast. She’s so appreciative.

[@annesullivan1171]

Ps do I qualify for socks in advance 🤣🤣🤣