242 - Novela Volume 1 + Linus Shawls Finished and More Updates

Hello Yarn Lovers!
This update video is a long one - jammed packed with yarn, finished and in-progress makes. There was a section in my notes that I didn't get to, but I'll leave that for another episode.
I had to laugh at myself when I said "I'm not wearing anything" - well that was not true! I was referring to not wearing any hand made items... geeze!
Thank you for watching and commenting - this really is appreciated!
Until next time - please stay safe!
Here are all the notes and links that were mentioned in the video:
Link to the introduction to the #MoodBoardMALSummer24 - Architect to Emotion edition.
• #MoodBoardMALSummer24 ...
Fleece and Fibre Publication:
Amazon Canada: www.amazon.ca/Fleece-Fibre-Te...
Patterns:
Stephen West’s 2022 MKAL - twist and turns
www.ravelry.com/patterns/libr...
Modifications to clue 4 by the The Knitting Hobbit Podcast | Ruth - www.ravelry.com/projects/knit...
• Twists & Turns MKAL fi...
Novela Volume One | by Joanna Sitkiewicz (Link to the bundle of 3 patterns) www.ravelry.com/patterns/sour...
Yarns: Stenli Muffin Tweed (Colour 16) and supplement yarns to complete the make were Knit Picks Upcycle Alpaca (Sea Glass) held together with Cloudborn Merino Super Wash Sock Twisted (Colour Grey Heather) or were Knit Picks Upcycle Alpaca (Sea Glass) held together with Hobbii Alpaca Silk (Colour 05)
Linus Scarf | by Annett Cordes (free)
www.ravelry.com/patterns/libr... (no longer works
Yarn: Yarn Art Summer Dream (colour 4307) - alternating with Knit Picks Shimmer (Colour Penny Bolton hand dyed) and Mystery Cotton Striped Mill Ends from Herrschners (Colour unknown - perhaps Yarn Art Rosegarden 311) held together.
Wind flower Hexagon | Pattern by Johanna Lindahl (Free Pattern)
www.ravelry.com/patterns/libr...
Yarn: A variety of worsted weight yarns
Nature’s Walk Crochet Pattern | by Sandra Paul (square called "Gates") www.ravelry.com/patterns/libr... A Nature’s Walk Crochet Bonus Squares www.ravelry.com/patterns/libr...
Yarn: Willow Rise (Colour Charcoal)
Albert (the cat) | crochet pattern by Herr Wolle
www.etsy.com/de/listing/71176...
Simple Stripes | knit sweater pattern by Suvi Knits
(Mentioned as a good candidate for Small Bird yarns)
www.ravelry.com/patterns/libr...
Yarn stores mentioned (in no particular order):
Yarn-tastic - No website, but they do have a Facebook and Instagram account:
yarn.tastic...
The Small Bird Workshop
smallbirdworkshop.com/
Sooke Yarn and Fibre
www.sookeyarnandfibre.com/
‪@Herrschners‬ - www.herrschners.com/
Affiliate Knit Picks Links: shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=139641...
Alpaca Upcycle Blend: shrsl.com/4kfoh
Affiliate WeCrochet Link: shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=143536...
Affiliate Hobbii links:
www.jdoqocy.com/click-1011952...
Hobbii Alpaca Silk: www.tkqlhce.com/click-1011952...
Hobbii Rainbow Cotton Sport Packs: www.tkqlhce.com/click-1011952...
KZbin channels mentioned:
‪@ninasknotscrochet‬ (thank you for inspiring me to try out amigirumi and the Albert pattern).
Special Thank You:
To my in-laws for the Fleece and Fibre publication for Christmas
Penny for her generous gift of her own hand dyed yarn
Donna for the ChiaGoo interchangeable set of knitting needles
Filmed on 20240609 | Published 20240611
Email - [e-mail]
Instagram - UrbanYarnGary
Tee-Spring Store link - teespring.com/stores/urban-yarn

[@andrealouis-visser4973]

The novella Shawl is the most architectural piece I’ve ever seen. Love it-an understatement!!!

[@irenemarie9399]

Hi Gary. That Shaw is beautiful breathtaking it looks so difficult. Your stitch work and colors are amazing. It is a nice size happy crocheting and knitting🧶☕🌟🌺⭐

[@hortensialeon6557]

You Novela shawl is the most amazing thing I have ever seen. It reminded me of a Cathedral. It’s GORGEOUS. LOVED IT.

[@joankiely3614]

Just adore your shawl Gary! Also the colours of yarn that you purchased are so beautiful & when you held them up together, looked like they were designed to go together in a garment! Always so talented & amazing with colour choices 🥰. Great video once again, cheers 🤗❤️🥰👏😍💕

[@urbanyarn]

Thank you so kindly Joan for your message. This means so much to me!

[@fawndhaider7699]

That bobble SHAWL IS GORGEOUS 😍😍😍! I love the way you done the bottom of it! I think it looks so nice without the extra 10 rows! Gary, you do such fantastic work 💯👏👏👏😊

[@frozenstone1787]

Love the textures in the Novalla shawl so magnificently Beautiful 😍 love the way you see and put to gether fibers and colors. Fabulous. 🤗🙌❣️

[@shirleyspring4905]

Oh my, the Novella shawl is absolutely stunning. The pattern is so unique. Beautiful new yarns as always.

[@ruthieshields189]

Hi Gary! That Nolvela shawl is so beautiful. I really enjoyed seeing your FO’s and WiPs. Can’t wait to see Albert finished. 🤗🧶

[@amyelizabeth9088]

My ✨️ "GOODNESS" ✨️ Gary, you are beyond talented. You have an amazing talent in both #crochet and #knitting but you are excellent in putting colors together...✨️ 👑 ✨️

[@urbanyarn]

Thanks so much - it's always delightful reading your comments!

[@EmmePhillips-HookinEmme]

The 3 shawls are gorgeous! You are so talented! Love the haircut!

[@urbanyarn]

Thank you so much Emme!

[@nelliehedrick3147]

I love that shawl....it is absolutely gorgeous...stitch definition is awesome...🥰🥰🥰

[@RoselikescrochetB]

Gary the Novela shawl is stunning! Keep going on those squares! 💜💜

[@urbanyarn]

Thanks Rose!

[@KellyAnneCalabrese-si6wb]

👋 Gary! I love how you combine yarns in one project and you make it seem so natural, but it really is an art in itself. 🫶

[@joanneannese3433]

Good day Gary😊 nice to see you

[@aidasoto8443]

Hi Gary ! Looking good ❤ Your wrk is absolutely gorgeous ❤. Super cute cat ! Such beautiful yarns and colors ❤

[@urbanyarn]

Hi Aida - the kitty cat is completed and you guessed it - I started another one... LOL!

[@sunflowers2838]

Love that gorgeous shawl. Its squishy and cozy looking. Stunning. It reminds me of the moldings and beautiful work in a church.

[@gidgetandsomeyarn]

You make some of the most beautiful things. Love your color choices. 💜

[@QEDOma]

That shawl is a masterpiece! And it’s huge! It’s Almost a blanket and it’s amazing! 💗🧶

[@urbanyarn]

You are so right - I'll be using it as a throw!

[@donnawoepke8861]

Everything you make is so pretty. Very nice yarns you purchased, love the colors.

[@bxgal347]

Omg the second shawl is SOOO AMAZING!! I haven’t seen anything as beautiful as that one ANYWHERE!! Great job!!!❤❤❤❤

[@urbanyarn]

Thank you so kindly! This means so much to read - and I'm extremely humbled!

[@bxgal347]

Awww you’re very welcome ❤

[@kiddycar16]

❤❤❤❤ all the shawls and yarns. Looking forward to seeing what you come with in next update.

[@jenniferfryer9638]

Love all the works you shared today. Such a fun podcast. Good luck with the squishy. Small items are something that frustrate me.

[@KristinF3246]

Beautiful shawls! I love how talented you are with color and can mix it in projects. The novella shawl is stunning! ❤️🧶

[@urbanyarn]

Thank you so much Kristin!

[@ninasknotscrochet]

Hi Gary I am in love with the Novela shawl it is a work of art I can't wait to see your finished Albert !!

[@urbanyarn]

Hi Lynanne! Thanks for inspiring me to take on Albert. (I loved crocheting it up I'm doing another one).

[@ninasknotscrochet]

@@urbanyarn I’m going to make another soon too

[@LoriParsons]

Omg Gary…your Novella shawl is simply breathtaking!

[@urbanyarn]

Thanks so much Lori!

[@DianEnglish56]

Hi Gary, you are definitely an artistic creator. Your makes are absolutely Gorgeous! 🧶🫂

[@urbanyarn]

Thank you so kindly!

[@kathywelch8722]

Your shawl is beautiful, the combination of different stitches is great. You picked up some very pretty colors of yarn from the yarn festival. I’m looking forward to seeing the projects you make with those lovely yarns. 🧶💜🙏🏻

[@beverlyfowler1628]

Good morning, Gary! It is a beautiful day in North Carolina! 😊❤

[@urbanyarn]

Good morning!

[@therealnancysteele]

Such beautiful work you do. I'm inspired yet again. 💞

[@urbanyarn]

Thanks so much 😊

[@Michelle-mr8ip]

Your Novela shawl is perhaps the most luxurious work of wearable art I’ve seen! Beautiful job!! ❤

[@urbanyarn]

Wow, thank you!

[@christinahenriksson1016]

That is the most beautiful shawl I ever seen. Goodness grace!

[@urbanyarn]

Thank you so kindly for that compliment. I'm humbled!

[@Kellys_Closet]

Love, love, love the Novela scarf. Please do a tutorial on making it. I can’t read a pattern or I would buy it. You are so wonderful to watch!

[@marlenesandow369]

Absolutely love love the blood red. My fav shade of red. Awesome video.

[@JoyceN818]

Love the Novela shawl. The pattern looks so intricate. Will be interested to see how it works up with a thinner yarn. I particularly love the Linus shawl…the colors are speaking to me. Your hexagons are beautiful. Interesting yarn acquisitions. Looking forward to your makes with them.🥰

[@urbanyarn]

Thanks for the comment and the compliment on the shawl. I'm starting on a lightweight Yaga Yaga in a week or two (a different pattern though from Novela).

[@JustFluffyQuiltingYarnCrafts]

The Novela is another breathtaking FO. The video snippet of you unrolling it...😍😍😍 It's always good when you can shop local or local-ish and those yarns are gorgeous. I would mix and match over and over again without being able to make a final decision. 🙃I would need someone else to agree with me before I started my project. ☺😉

[@urbanyarn]

I hear you clearly on the endless colour possibilities! What fun!

[@nerfatari4289]

I love the Novela shawl, it's so beautiful. All your work is beautiful but this shawl is really exceptional🥰

[@urbanyarn]

Thank you so much friend! It's really a warm and beautiful piece to have as a lapghan!

[@amydomestico5265]

The Linus shawl is stunning, it’s my favorite pattern. I love your color changes and you have inspired the next one I make. ❤

[@urbanyarn]

I'd love to see you next Linus Amy! So inspiring to see what you come up with!

[@dismith3888]

Your yaga yaga shawl is absolutely stunning 👌.. and the Linus scarf is gorgeous - I am so looking forward to seeing your amagarumi cat too - the pattern looks so cute. Thanks for another awesome video 😊💯🧶

[@urbanyarn]

Thank you Di!

[@CreationsbyJax]

Holy Stitchtasticness!!! That Yaga Yaga Stenli masterpiece is everythang G!!! Wow!

[@urbanyarn]

Thanks so much Jax!

[@denyselee7584]

Great makes, love the shawls, nice pretty new yarns🎉🎉🎉❤❤❤

[@urbanyarn]

Thank you! 😊

[@barbarawiltz9453]

I love your Yarntastic yarn ideas for your purchase.

[@egoreknits]

Two and a half years! Somehow it feels like just last year (in my mind). I know I already said on Instagram but I really love the shawl you made. The colors, pattern and the way you used the colors. Absolutely beautiful! The play of colors is very eye catching

[@urbanyarn]

Hello Egore! Reading this makes me so happy...

[@Jeanette0316]

Impeccable art you creat Gary, everything is just stunning❤❤From Nova Scotia

[@urbanyarn]

Hello Jeanette from Nova Scotia! Thank you for your kind message!

[@jeanpennington4207]

Hello there Gary 👋 Absolutely love the Linus Shawl 🎉❤❤❤ I have been trying to find a similar pattern in a crochet version but no luck yet 😞 There's a lot of asymmetrical versions but I have not been fond of that type 😕 As always your work is beautiful 🎉 See you soon 🎉

[@Crochetedbymichi]

Your work is always so impeccable and absolutely beautiful ❤❤❤

[@urbanyarn]

Thanks so much Michi - that means so much and is very humbling!

[@MoesCrochet]

Novela shawl, true work of art. Wow

[@valeriehowden471]

Really like yarns named after wines! I thought your Novela shawl was done last video. It keeps getting better and better. I found it interesting how you planned out your colours for the Nature's walk blanket. I printed off the pattern - was amazed to see all the instructions in both US and UK terminology. I see I have more planning ahead. Take care.

[@urbanyarn]

Hi Valerie - I did feature the completed Novela in the last video to explain how it was made from a mood board (as the example), but I did want to feature it again to talk more about the make, what I learnt, pit-falls, alterations etc. That's why it appeared again.

[@LindaMarie6224]

All beautiful projects especially the Novella shawl!!! Cute Albert arigarumi. I don't make arigarumi but I think I need a support chicken! LOL The yarns r really nice! Have a great weekend!

[@urbanyarn]

Those emotional support chickens are sooooo cute!

[@joanneannese3433]

So very much talent ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤😊!

[@roxirossetti6250]

wow, another great episode, Gary! I would name the bear Randy Rainbow after one of my favourite comic performers.

[@urbanyarn]

Good idea for a name!

[@debbieward-crochet]

Love watching you.

[@Kimmiejo_TheCrochetCabin]

I love the Novela shawl it is like going back to the Victorian era

[@beverlyfowler1628]

Your shawl is absolutely beautiful!

[@urbanyarn]

Thank you! 😊

[@judyhock5422]

Thanks for sharing my friend.

[@ginathomas-ws2dr]

Love watching you!

[@melhalliday]

I have to say - that shawl is absolutely stunning! I would love to make something like that eventually, but I'm still a relative beginner in crochet.

[@urbanyarn]

Hi there Melhalliday - Thank you for your kind message. You'll be there before you even know it (perhaps already).

[@tormakhmariajulia955]

what a gorgeous shawl, I can imagine it in red

[@urbanyarn]

That would look amazing!

[@marianeculek3261]

That Novela is beautiful!!!

[@urbanyarn]

Thank you so kindly!

[@sherryhenrichs1759]

Very beautiful Gary !!

[@urbanyarn]

Many thanks

[@user-hv4cp6pj2l]

Beautiful shawl.

[@judyscreationsincrochet2710]

I like all that yarn you purchased. I am familiar with all those companies & hav3 bought from all of them. I particularly liked the last one from That Yarn Habit.

[@urbanyarn]

Hi Judy - I'm extremely happy to have that nearly local to me store open up. It looks as though they had a few Canadian yarn dyers and I'm eager to take page out of your book to shop more Canadian.

[@debbiecarroll5672]

Hi Gary..nice to see you

[@urbanyarn]

Hello Debbie!

[@AlliCatCrochet]

That shawl is ah mah zing!

[@urbanyarn]

Thanks AlliCatCrochet!

[@ArtJunkie]

Wow that tweed shawl 😊

[@urbanyarn]

Thanks so kindly!

[@stacyhortner8105]

Yes! Soooo squishy!!!

[@luannewest9908]

Love your beautiful work

[@urbanyarn]

Thank you so kindly!

[@pattigolden1]

Has it REALLY been over 2 years since you moved!?!? I remember long before then!! I also prefer my 5" tips, they DO "fit" better. Still jealous that there are no yarn festivals near me, or a GOOD LYS!! The only option even close is the Sierra Nevada Yarn Crawl in September, the closest shop is over 2 hours away....ending with Jimmy Beans wools, which is 4.5 hours away.

[@urbanyarn]

Hi Patti. I feel your pain when you write about the distances between yarn stores and not having a festival that's local in your area. It's like you'd be traveling all day to chance that you'd find what you're looking for. I'd save up that energy and funds for a good yarn festival and stay overnight!

[@stacyhortner8105]

So much going on in your making life! I always look forward to your videos. Almost finished with my Yaga Yaga Bayka and looking forward to making more. For that shawl I'm using an Ice Yarn: silk merino hand dyed, 50g 330m (lace wt) in a dill pickle olive green. 80%merino, 20% silk

[@urbanyarn]

Yay! The Bayka was my first Yaga Yaga and a great pattern. I hoped you enjoyed making it too. I bet using the silk merino that the shawl is wonderful and squishy!

[@janecornell4890]

That shawl with the beautiful stitches is out of this world. I really love it. Curious.....I always am! What might you be doing with the daisy bouquet of tiny minis?

[@urbanyarn]

The daisy bouquet of minis I was thinking of doing a Stephen West pattern.

[@janecornell4890]

Excellent choice!!!! I love his designs. I’ll be watching for which pattern! ♥️🧶😃🧶♥️

[@CharmedGrammyCrochet]

Hello Gary. Sorry I am so late to watching this episode.

[@urbanyarn]

No apologies necessary Lynette - you've arrived precisely at the perfect time!

[@susansofich7728]

I suggest Purrr-ide for your pride cat.💕🌈

[@sherryhooks]

Such a plethora of beauty and talent. Do you remember the pattern for the crochet s arf that looked like brioche?

[@urbanyarn]

I think that might be the Calm Sea Scarf you are recalling.

[@sherryhooks]

@@urbanyarn thank you!

[@XiniaR72]

Hiiiiieeeeeeee Gary

[@urbanyarn]

Hiiieee!

[@barbaracabrera207]

Hey, did you get a haircut recently?? Your hair looks especially great today!! 👍 Great video!!! Love the skinny scarf. Great yarns. That gray shawl with cables/bobbles is AMAZING!!! Great job!! I always love to see your work and yarns. I buy yarn mostly online. So I love you tell us about different yarns. And SOFTNESS is very good to hear about. Thank you for doing that. I want to tell you something, and I don't intend to be "mean" or such. I love you & your channel ❤ !! So I hope nobody gets upset with me. But, money paid thru Affiliate Links is called a Commission. Its only a "thing" cuz "Kickbacks" are illegal, in USA and Canada, because they are "Bribes". Sorry, but I'm a legal accountant, and we never say Kickback. LOL! Its a THING in business. I know it's petty for most non-business people, but I figure if you use the word, you'd prefer to know the meaning. Please please don't anyone be offended by my comment. I know you are a sweetheart, Gary. Please tell me if my comment is wrong to post. TFS!! Austin TX USA

[@urbanyarn]

Hi there Barbara - please don't feel bad. I value this advise, as you say, I'm not versed in the on goings of the correct terms or jargon. I appreciate to be pointed in the correct direction. From here on in, I'll use the term "Commission". This is very much what I thought the slang word was when I used "Kickback". I now know the difference. Thank you!

[@barbaracabrera207]

@urbanyarn I'm so HAPPY you aren't mad at me!!! I never want to be mean to others. And I wouldn't ever want to hurt your feelings. I've wrestled with telling you for months. But finally decided you'd prefer to know. I know exactly what you MEAN when you say kickback. I always said it. Till I got pulled into CFOs office about it. Especially working in international accounting. He made a big deal about it and I never forgot it! LOL! Thanks for being such a cool & kind person!! Love from Austin TX USA

[@aidakhatibi7141]

Is biutifull i want to make it ❤

[@lindal3451]

Hi Gary! I went to Herr Wolle's sight and tried to order one of his Albert's. Pattern and yarn. He doesn't ship to my reason. Oregon, USA, is there a way to get the pattern for Albert?

[@urbanyarn]

I'm not sure Linda how the pattern isn't available to you. That is extremely strange. Have you google searched another avenue to try purchasing it?

[@starbrown940]

Well Gary, if your dog is Pixel perhaps the cat should be Bite

[@urbanyarn]

LOL - love the name suggestion!

[@DazzlingCrochetsSandy]

a friendly warning! when you get bit by an Amigurumi bug, you may never go back to not making them :D :D :D

[@urbanyarn]

I'm hooked!

[@DazzlingCrochetsSandy]

@@urbanyarn oh! Good 😂😂😂

[@marpro765]

You do good work, young man. The Yaga Yaga Novela Shawl is stunning. It will certainly keep someone very warm. Wow. --- Oh, oh. I was under the impression that one is NEVER to use fabric softeners with yarn, but to use vinegar instead. I don't know for certain, so please let me know what your experience is. Thank you. --- Could you also, at some point at your convenience, do a class about blocking - anything and everything and all types of yarns, please. Albert's nose looks very bear-like to me, at least from what I can see on my phone screen. Am I wrong? Difficult for me to see. Sorry. The book looks wonderful. Loved the Okanagan and the Beach Swell yarn colorways. Love your channel.

[@urbanyarn]

Hello Marpro! I'd be happy to feature blocked pieces when works are at that stage. Thank you for the suggestion. I'm not sure if they will be strictly classes as such, but I most certainly can do a time capture and voice over style under a minute recording. I agree with your about Albert the Cat looking very much like a bear! Cat-like-Bear creature... he was so fun to do that I've started a second one.

[@lisapeek1]

Gary, what is a gate? I've never heard that expression. I'm sure it'll be as beautiful as last years. Sounds like an amazing festival 😀. Omgosh, those are the only reds I like. It's my accent color in my house, dark blood red❤. Crystal had a beautiful red the other day I'm going to order. Stunning purchases, I love them all ❤😊❤

[@urbanyarn]

LOL - Hi Lisa. The Gate is the name of the square motif that I was showcasing on the channel. I'm sorry if I sounded confusing. I thought of Crystal too when I saw the Blood Moon colour way!

[@lisapeek1]

Wow! Waking up to see your works, woke me up😅. Hanks is giving me Scotland yard/Victorian vibes. The tweed shawl might be the most beautiful one I've ever seen. Your job of infusing different yarns looks so deliberate. A perfect hombre. The lightweight pastel is beautiful, and I'm not into pastels, gorgeous. I can't wait to see your hexi done 😮.

[@urbanyarn]

Thank you so kindly Lisa! I hope you are enjoying your June (2024 halfway already).