2 Andrea Mowry Designs Finished! Current WIPs + Mini Stash Tour | Cozy Knitting Vlog

[@blufaerie]

That shawl is immaculately gorgeous!

[@escarla]

Thank you!!! It’s giving skittles 🌈

[@Lisa_Flowers]

You can definitely block acrylic! Steam makes it softer and much drapier as well. I don't know where the myth that you can't block acrylic comes from, probably from people who don't use it very often lol, but it isn't true. It definitely isn't necessary to block the sweater, it looks gorgeous already. But you could probably block the bottom ribbing so it doesn't cinch in and your partner likes it more.

[@escarla]

I totally fell for that myth so I’m glad I learned that. I never needed to block something I’ve made from acrylic so I never really thought about it. I’ll probably try and block out the ribbing a bit. Thank you for sharing 💕

[@rustysknitwitcorner]

I second you on being more intentional with purchasing acrylic, I've decided that I can only purchase it secondhand. There's no shortage of lovely colors in the thrift store, and its removing something from the waste stream. Also, you can block acrylic with steam! The heat makes the plastic fibers malleable. My steamer is one of my crafting essentials, its soo satisfying to watch the fabric relax. I'm learning to spin on a Turkish spindle right now and I forsee a dragon's hoard of beautiful handspun in my future. My stretch goal is to spin for a shawl this fall, we'll see how far we get. Congratulations on your beautiful finished objects. Happy crafting!

[@escarla]

I agree! There’s so much in the waste stream already. I totally didn’t know about steaming acrylic so I learned something new. I’ve never really needed to block acrylic so very handy to know. Turkish spindling is my favorite!!! Especially with colorful fiber. The little nests are so cute. Happy spinning!!!!

[@QueensYarnBoutique]

Your projects look beautiful! 🧶 Lots of pretty colors.

[@escarla]

Thank you!!! Certainly brightens things up this time of year

[@yoadria]

The shawl is GORGEOUS

[@escarla]

Thank you 😭

[@TheHokieDoke]

I just want to thank you for being such an awesome example of the joys of motherhood! Becoming a mom was not only one of the best things that ever happened to me personally, but one of the best that happened to me creatively! Love your little cutie!

[@escarla]

Aww thanks, it’s sweet to capture the little moments 💖

[@rosea570]

You've got some great projects coming along! And loving the colour palettes.

[@escarla]

Thanks so much!

[@MarquitasKnottyCrush]

24:28 it looks like a beautiful moth 😍

[@nataliepearson8460]

Love your Night Shift .. So interesting that I am smuggling in mine as I watch 😂😂..

[@escarla]

Hehe cozy twinsss 👯‍♀️

[@Craftedbythefates]

I have to say the handspun shawl is GORGEOUS and I’m totally admiring your lengthy pothos plant in the background she’s a beaut

[@escarla]

Thank you!!! I’ve had my pothos for so long 😊

[@megwickenden5854]

These are beautiful! I walked away from my twists and turns too, but I love your hiberknitalong choice!

[@escarla]

Thank you!!

[@PattiMoreno212]

I hope you finish the Marie Wallin Sweater!. You've accomplished so much with it. It looks amazing.

[@escarla]

Thanks, I definitely will...eventually 😅

[@therealdonnawagner]

Awesome FOs! It feels great to get things done, doesn't it? Aww, your little buddy is growing up so fast! 😭 He's so cute. 🥰 I'm loving all your tv/movie choices! Great stuff to knit to. Thanks for sharing updates with us and I hope you have an amazing 2025! 😊❤

[@escarla]

Happy new year 💖 it does feel great to check things off. The baby is growing super fast 😭

[@rosea570]

I can't wait to one day have a shawl I've knit with handspun. Such a treasure.

[@escarla]

You can do it 💪🏽

[@juliedavies8145]

What a great blog, really enjoyed this!! I also knit the Nightshift shawl and found it small, I blocked aggressively which helped. I also added tassels to the long corners with left over yarn. It really helped it sit better. Love my shawl. Julie - Western Australai

[@escarla]

Thank you!! That’s a great idea adding tassels!

[@Craftedbythefates]

It’s always such a pleasure to join you for another knitting vlog, your energy is beautiful, and I can’t help but gush over your adorable little boy he is precious, bless you and your lovely family 🖤 (also I see no one else has mentioned this BUT you could run some elastic thread to cinch up the wider neckline on the gib sweater you knit for your husband) As for the bottom ribbing the few things I can think of: 1. You can use steam to block acrylic so you may be able to get away with stretching out the bottom hem 2. You could completely undo the bind off and either re-knit with a larger needle for the ribbing (same size you used for the body should work just fine), or stick with the smaller needle and add increases before the ribbing to prevent the cinching.

[@escarla]

Thank you so much! Appreciate you being here. Those are great tips I’ll have to give them a try if he insists. I probably won’t want to frog but worth trying to block it.

[@ylennon299]

I love the SW shawl. They are works of art.

[@escarla]

Agreed!!!

[@paperflowerknits]

I’m also working on an aurora cabin shawl!! And wanting to make a handspun inclinations shawl and handspun nightshirt if I can get around to it this year 👀 love the new video!!

[@escarla]

No way! I’m sure yours is looking super pretty with your color palette. Looking forward to seeing all your handspun goodies on IG 😍

[@alexisrobbins4074]

If you’re worried about the corners of the shawl. Maybe add some tassels??

[@escarla]

It actually blocked out well thankfully 🙌🏽 but that’s a good idea too

[@JeanneContant]

Hi ! Really happy to see you knitting a nightshift shawl with handspun, as it was the pattern that made me decide to start spinning. I am also spinning nest fiber club color for it, but going more for a DK 3 ply yarn, as I saw in the comments on the dream state ravelry page that several people found their skeins to be a lighter weight than advertised. Maybe that was the reason for such a difference in wingspan pre-block ? Watching you knitting it and the beautiful result just renewed my energy on this project ! Great video, wishing you a happy 2025 ;)

[@escarla]

I love that!! That’s smart I didn’t even look into dream state but luckily it blocked out nicely. Some of my handspun was on the heavier side of worsted so I think that was a big part of it. I hope you finish yours soon!

[@TaylorOwen]

What are you watching next? I’m obsessed with Gossip Girl right now with four more seasons ahead of me.

[@escarla]

Im actually thinking of rewatching all of white lotus. I want some more Jennifer Coolidge energy in my life and that show is so damn good. Xoxo 😉 𝓖𝓸𝓼𝓼𝓲𝓹 𝓰𝓲𝓻𝓵

[@odalysmiranda125]

Maybe you should do the handspun first in your stash and then from there you'd get rid of some bulk? Just thinking of how to organize

[@escarla]

Yeah I’m definitely getting busy spinning the stash. Gonna plan some projects with yarn held together too.

[@graceshobbycorner]

I see your watching 90 days the last resort! Are you enjoying the season so far? 😊

[@escarla]

Haha yes the 90 day franchise is my guilty pleasure. This is the first last resort season I watch and mostly because of the cast. It’s def entertaining. I don’t know why Natalie and Josh are there but Natalie is certainly bringing the drama 😂 a lot of scenes feel so staged and the “therapists” are barely doing their jobs but it’s a fun watch for my weekly drama intake.

[@graceshobbycorner]

@@escarla mine toooo! i just watched the before the 90 days tell all and the dramaaaa.

[@jedansepourvous]

Votre bébé est très beau ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@almawatson6856]

The baby blanket what pattern is it please

[@escarla]

it's a TL Yarns tutorial kzbin.info/www/bejne/nXuYl2qwocaUbtE

[@almawatson6856]

Thank you 😊

[@jedansepourvous]

Je laisserais les châles comme ils sont pour en faire des foulards, c’est plus moderne