a friend to knit with - episode 50 Lots of knitting + a new KAL!

Hi Friends! A few finished knits including a yummy scarf, some cozy socks and a quick Valentine Scrubby! I have a few things on my needles and a few things I can’t wait to get on my needles. I am hosting a KAL along with Margaret from Boboleros and Gina from Skeincocaine. All the information below. BUT, it begins March 1 so get ready to cast on for a Dartmoor and have some fun! Knit what you love! xx, leslie
Show Notes:
**Find me**
Blog: www.afriendtokn...​​
Instagram: / lesliefriend
Ravelry: www.ravelry.co...
Shop my favorite knitting tools:
www.amazon.com...
Hot Water Bottle: amzn.to/3HsAGOp
Kitchen Scale: amzn.to/4bzgdoM
What I’m wearing:
Per Lei Scarf: www.ravelry.co... (Free pattern)
Lang Cashmere Light. I used 6 balls. Knit each ball until I ran out before adding either a new ball or a new color.
Lelaine Yarn Store in Berlin:
www.lalaine.de/
**Off the needles**
Sunday Socks by Petite Knit:
www.ravelry.co...
Yarn: Quince & Co. Owl
Warm Friend:
www.ravelry.co...
Valentine Heart Scrubby:
www.ravelry.co...
** On the needles**
Violeta Pullover:
www.ravelry.co...
Knitting for Olive Yarn:
knittingforoli...
Nordic Knits 2 Design 22
Slipover Natural Alpaca Pelo:
www.filati-sto...
Good People and Things!
Susy Korb : pittsburghmerc...
Debbie Korb: / debbiekorb
Debbie made the Quinn Hat by Moonstruck Knits:
www.ravelry.co...
in Nigh DK by Purl Soho
DARTMOOR KAL:
www.ravelry.co...
www.ravelry.co...
Hosted by Margaret at Boboleros:
www.boboleros....
/ margaretwacyk
and Gina at SkeinCocaine:
www.skeincocai...
/ skeincocaine
Knit either Dartmoor (crew or V) by Caidree. KAL runs from 3.1-5.1
There will be a Ravelry page to join in community fun and prizes will be given away. It’s gonna be FUN! Use the #dartalong over on instagram!
Thank you for watching Friends!

[@alice-claysullivan2308]

Hi, Leslie. I am a retired pharmacist who loves to knit! As far as your 5-FU cream, make sure to wash your hands after applying. It does cause rough skin after using for a few days, as you have discovered. But it should, as it is working. It won’t be long, as your treatment course is soon over. You may have to repeat courses of treatment as your dermatologist orders. Wear sunscreen from now on every day, even the cloudy days. Hope you do well during your treatment, and are on the mend soon. Love your podcast! ❤

[@sharonwarry7274]

I found out at exactly the same time I was watching this episode that I need to use some cream but don’t know which one yet. Nervous but hoping it will help. Thank you for sharing your experience and your knits. X

[@LeslieFriend]

Thank you so much Alice for this info! I have finished and have healed and although I hated the process, I know it was necessary. I really lit up like a Christmas tree! Thanks for watching! Happy knitting sweet friend! 💜

[@LeslieFriend]

@@sharonwarry7274 Oh Sharon! Hope you have made your way through it. February seems like the perfect month for it! xx

[@lsdev4229]

Thanks for the great episode Leslie, LOVE your vest pattern. Always enjoy what you have been up to.🥰🇨🇦Sharon.

[@kdgeckoknits274]

Gorgeous scarf for your hubby. Love the "pretzel" method of tying it.

[@LeslieFriend]

🩷🩷🩷

[@ioanasfetcu4264]

Love the bag you keep your current project 😂

[@jensetton2161]

So excited about your vest design. I can’t believe how popular this has become!! Love it!

[@margaretrodee3519]

Ok, thank you for the info on the hot water bottle. When I was in Scotland last year the airbnb we stayed in had wool covered hot water bottles in the nightstand AND an electric kettle. I used it every night. (Probably not safely as I didn’t know to wait till it cooled off) but it stayed warm for so long. Loved it!And I can’t wait for your vest pattern to come out. Do you put the facial treatment all over your face or just in spots. I had a precancerous spot on my forhead zapped off too. The older I get the more spots I have. 😕 happy knitting my friend! I love your classic styles and knits and beautiful yarns, who wouldn’t!!, but also LOVE that you knit with yarn from the craft store. A rare thing and something so real and something I appreciate hearing about! ❤

[@LeslieFriend]

Hi Margaret! awe. Thanks so much for your kind words! You sound lovely! You can spot treat the area but they think where one is, more are hiding! UGH! Happy knitting sweet friend! xx

[@lynnmcentire4014]

That’s the way I make my scrubbies too. The cotton holds the water while the other does the work 😊

[@gillianlay8963]

Hi Leslie! I’m jumping in with the dart-a-long! Just purchased the v neck pattern and plan on using a SQ of Big Birdie in caffe. Off to cast on the icord stitches! Hugs, Gillian

[@maryeberle8994]

I can't wait for your vest pattern! Thank you for your PSA.

[@LeslieFriend]

Aw. Thank you sweet friend! 💜💜💜

[@marcellablackwell8531]

I had the same problem as you when it came to wearing my hand knit socks even when I switched to fingering weight with 20% cashmere. My solution was to go up 1 size in a brogue style shoe and ended up purchasing a pair of doc Martin which has changed my sock wearing to a delight. They also look great with flair style jeans. Hope you find this a solution (I was thinking I was the only one with princess feet) Really love your stylish way of dressing.

[@Sharon-ov6ft]

Thank you Leslie, for another inspiring visit! Love the scarf for hubby, and for free ! Your Hot water bottle covers are so varied! Dartmoor V-neck is very lovely, need one for myself! I just completed facial treatment with Fluorouracil, took the total 2 weeks to really attack pre-cancer areas on my cheeks and forehead! The worst areas! And another 2 weeks to heal enough to be in public! Used healing moisturizer and tinted sunscreen 50! Skin looking nice and smooth now. You have a another week before it gets painful, hang in there Leslie! It beats having surgery. Had a MOHS surgery on my nose 10 years ago . Thanks again 🦋💕🧶

[@gwenmurillo1093]

Leslie, what a delightful video. I felt like I was sitting with a friend! Praying for your skin thing!

[@jeanandreas3446]

Love watching your podcast………more inspiring knits.😊

[@LeslieFriend]

Awe. Thank you Jean! Happy knitting! xx

[@emmalambert5594]

Thank you 💐 The BEST knitting friend ever 💐 I really appreciate your time that you graciously spent recording and all the other things that you do to make this podcast 💐

[@LeslieFriend]

Emma! That is the sweetest! Thank you friend!! I SO appreciate you visiting! Happy knitting friend! 💜

[@wt30001]

I make a seed stitch washcloth. my DIL loves these She prefers them small, so 32 stitches, 3-5 rows of garter, seed stitches everywhere else. First 3 rows

[@LeslieFriend]

Love that!!! Thank you!

[@daniellejohnson3364]

So many beautiful finished pieces!! Love the scarf-it looks sooooo cozy ❤😊

[@LeslieFriend]

Thanks sweet friend! 🧡🧡🧡

[@vivianpowell1732]

It was nice to hear Susy Korb mentioned because I'm pretty sure she's the delightful person I speak with whenever I call Pittsburgh Mercantile to place an order. I have several pairs of beaded earrings from them that I love. Susy was just lovely when I had lost one of those earrings in the grocery store and had given up on the store ever finding it. But lo and behold, they found it 3 weeks later. Susy was the first person I called with the good news. Hi Susy, if you're seeing this!

[@LeslieFriend]

Ooooooh YES! I'm certain it was Susy with all her JOY and LOVE! They are just the best! I'll be sure to tell her just in case! So happy they found your earring! xx

[@barbaraandrea8487]

Can’t wait for your vest pattern. No pressure 😜😜😜

[@sarahs6557]

I’m really exited for your vest pattern. It’s exactly what I’ve been searching for and haven’t found just what I want. And you just showed exactly what I want! Your podcast is sooooo good!! Thank you!!

[@LeslieFriend]

Oh my gosh... Thank you Sarah! Happy knitting sweet friend! 💜💜

[@judyperodeau4945]

Ty Leslie…. Enjoyed your show and appreciate you taking the time😃👏🏼🥰🧶

[@LeslieFriend]

Awe! Thanks so much for watching friend! Happy Knitting! xx

[@mendezcher]

Congratulations on your 50th episode! I always love to see your projects. The colors and patterns are classic.

[@susanbossung9098]

Please do a tutorial on the stripe you were discussing. I didn’t quite get it.

[@LeslieFriend]

Ha. I will! Sorry I knew I wasn't explaining it quite well! 🫣💜😍

[@LeslieFriend]

Thanks friend! I have learned that I need to make what i will wear. Not sure why it took so long! ha! 😍💜

[@ladyofthewood3]

Nutiden is amazing for really soft socks!! I have the same issue with hand knit socks and not with Nutiden socks....sooooo cosy.

[@LeslieFriend]

Ohhhhh so good to know! Thank you!!! 🧡

[@k1bylandp2bysea37]

Ps always enjoy your podcasts!

[@LeslieFriend]

😍🩷💛

[@fidknits]

I look forward to your podcasts and thank you for generosity. The inspo is gratefully appreciated!

[@LeslieFriend]

SO SO sweet! Thank you! xx

[@danamiller1310]

Always love to see your post. Such lovely projects! Hope your skin heals soon❤

[@LeslieFriend]

Awe. Thank you so much sweet friend! 💜💜💜

[@gailfirenze4760]

So looking forward to getting your vest pattern. Thanks for a great post again. Blessings Gail.🇦🇺💕

[@LeslieFriend]

Awe. Thank you Gail! xx

[@Sharon-hl1fe]

Another great podcast love knitting with you cannot wait to knit your vest pattern just what I am looking for

[@LeslieFriend]

Ohhhh Makes me so happy! Thank you Sharon! xx

[@lindawagoner3331]

Can hardly wait for your vest pattern! ❤❤

[@LeslieFriend]

You are the sweetest Linda! Thank you! xx

[@noelleparris9451]

Thanks for the PSA, Leslie. I am looking forward to your Hello Friend vest pattern, it looks as if it will be a lovely knit. Also, you may get some tips on using Nutiden from Mia (from Knit and Grace) and Jackie and Carmen (from Knitting a Good Yarn) because they have talked a lot about Nutiden (especially the ladies in the early episodes of their channel ... it seemed all they ever knit with was Nutiden!) I was sorry to see LaLaine is in Berlin. I will be in Munich next month and am always on the lookout for a new yarn shop! But I liked the Per Lei so I will be finding some yarn and making one for my son! Take care of yourself.

[@LeslieFriend]

Oooooh! Thank you friend! I will do some digging and see what those sweet girls say about Nutiden! Thank you! Lucky you heading to Munich! I bet there is a fabulous shop there too! Happy Traveling sweet friend! xx

[@josiejocreates]

Love all your makes Leslie!the scarf looks so soft and luxurious too! 😍

[@LeslieFriend]

Thank you Josie! ❤️

[@Lisamakes]

For the Nutiden, either knit it double, or with a strand of mohair, and it won’t break.

[@LeslieFriend]

Thank you!!! xx

[@flourchylde]

Hi, Leslie. I cannot wait for your vest pattern. I have made the Stockholm and Lulu vests and they are ok. Yours is what I am really looking for.

[@edytheneumann4656]

Thanks Leslie - thanks for chatting with us! Presently I have both Warm Friend and Toast on my needles - really great for car knitting. I might just join this KAL - my first ever. I have some Big Birdie which I'm going to swatch with for the vest version.

[@dianadarby9108]

there is nothing better than an overcast day for me. I dread the constant hot weather and sunshine non stop here in California.... my hubs lived in Australia with his British skin and is now suffering skin treatments non stop.. I wish you well..

[@LeslieFriend]

Oh Diana! I hear ya! When I lived in Florida I craved a grey day! Hope your husbands skin is doing well! Happy knitting friend! 🧡

[@Lhyett512]

Loved this episode, Leslie! As usual, you are adorable! What a dream knitting date with the Korb sisters!

[@LeslieFriend]

Hugs to you sweet friend! xx

[@carriagecottage1257]

Thanks Leslie for such beautiful podcasts! Congratulations on 50 episodes. I adore all of your projects and patterns that you share. Can’t wait for “Hello Friend”. Working on scrubbies and dish cloths, F2F, and looking forward to knitting your water bottle cover pattern. So much lush gift giving opportunities. ❤

[@LeslieFriend]

Awe! Thank you so much sweet friend! Thanks for hanging in there with all my ramblings! 😍🤩❤️ Happy knitting! x

[@Sewkniteat]

I love love your videos and your style. Always looking forward and waiting for your episodes.By the way i am Natacha from Mauritius live in London ❤

[@LeslieFriend]

Hi Natasha!!! Thank you so much sweet friend! LOVE LONDON! Happy knitting sweet friend! xx

[@stacya3751]

Love your projects and color aesthetic. I will look for yarn for Dartmoor. I love the idea for a sleeveless version.

[@FibreBound]

Hi Leslie, thank you for a wonderful knit and chat, it’s been lovely to spend time with you while I knit on a colourwork yoke. The Dartmoor Kal sounds like lots of fun!

[@LeslieFriend]

Awe! Thanks for spending time with me friend!💜💜💜

[@hemmerable]

I knit the nutiden double and it was just fine. Check out the moorland mittens by tania barley they were written for nutiden held double❤

[@LeslieFriend]

Awe! Thank you so much!!🩷

[@jillpohren4801]

Thank you Leslie for a beautiful podcast - it’s always so nice to see you pop into the feed! I love your hot water bottle covers, I’ve got the perfect pile of scraps for this, so thanks. Careful with that Nutiden - it’s very habit forming😀🧶. I have a few episodes saved in my knitting folder for working with unspun - helpful videos from Aimee Sher Makes; also Mia at Knit & Grace, Sharon of Rui Knits (the Unspun Yarn 101 episode), and Selma at Little Big Knits (ep 70) - all offer great advice and tips for using unspun. Safe and happy travels!

[@LeslieFriend]

Oh Jill! Thank you SO so much for this! I will look those videos up to access when I find a pattern. THANK YOU! 💜

[@ms-ex8em]

it was a video about sadness and illnesses in the usa etc it had books in the background on a bookshelf thanks bless u ..................

[@LeslieFriend]

Hmmmm. The only book I remember mentioning was called "wintering" by Katherine May. Perhaps it is that?

[@ms-ex8em]

yep thanks bless u Leslie - Leslie it was a video which had a person talking about sad things with a background which had bookshelves thanks lots... bless u again lots !!!! thanks..............@@LeslieFriend

[@lorrainelambert9001]

Ah Lesley how amazing your knitting pullovers as I’ve just dug out a couple of my mothers old knitting patterns for pullovers for early spring and have one on my needle already 😊 you have been busy with your knits and I need to make those comfy socks 😊😊😊

[@lisanakao1043]

Great episode as always. I’m with you on the cold days. Hope I can join in on the KAL, the V neck would be a nice one to knit😊

[@amyclawson7]

I sure love your podcasts!!! Thanks for the efforts! I also think all you wear is so classy!!!! Can’t wait to make a new water bottle cover!!!!

[@casuarinagirl8067]

I love that scarf, lucky hubby! I’d be borrowing it 🤭😂 my parents have used cream like that on their face, they did it for about four weeks and ended up looking like they were burn victims, so horrible, but I must say it made them look so much younger. I know I’ll have to do it one day as I have compromised skin, I’m not looking forward to it, however the end results, from a vanity point of view 😬I’ll take that. Thanks for another fun episode, happy knitting and good luck with the face, Karen 🥰😘

[@carmeslynn]

Hi Leslie, LOVE your worsted cozy socks. I'm going to get that pattern, I've only made socks in fingering and DK but yours looked like foot cloudS!!!!! I really enjoy your vlog, keep 'em coming. Congrats on 50 episodes, they are a pleasure to watch while I knit! Knitting hugs, Carrie from Northern San Francisco Bay Area 🥰❤🐶🐑☕🧵🪡🧶

[@robertas.4061]

Regarding unspun yarn, I'm using Webs Valley yarn Alpaca silk 2/14. I've had no breaks. It’s so fine it adds very little bulk. Thanks for another enabling and fun video.

[@unrulyknitter]

Great episode as always! Using my Nutiden yarn for an Easy Like Sunday morning sweater and looking forward to joining the Dartalong. Love the idea of a slipover!

[@LeslieFriend]

💜💜💜

[@anitabechtel5180]

Love the vest. can't wait to start it.

[@lindarobbins6750]

Hi from another Pittsburgh knitter! I have not had the pleasure of working with nutiden, but I have heard other knitters recommend holding it with a strand of mohair. It doesn’t add any bulk, but makes it less likely to break. Also, for seaming or binding off, twist a few yards of the yarn to make it stronger. I am currently working on the Eva Cardigan by Petite Knit, and really enjoying it. And, I’m with you on loving the cold days to wear my knitwear, and sleeping in a cold bedroom! I have never used a hot water bottle, however, I’ll have to give that a try! (But hand knit socks are great for sleeping!)

[@LalaineBerlin]

Dear Leslie, thank you so much! 🤗

[@loveoffibers]

Yay🎉so excited that you are writing up the vest pattern 🙌 also definitely joining the KAL have been wanting to knit this one up so perfect timing. I love your vest idea on this. Also I need to make another friend to friend shrug and I love your stripe colors. They are great for spring with jeans and a white tee. Love your vision. 😊🧶

[@tacistudio]

Since an inspiring episode and I’m so glad I got to watch it on my birthday … my gift to myself and I hope your treatment for your face works well and it doesn’t bother you too much . Sending healing prayers 💖😘

[@carolinelaplante5857]

I love your vest pattern. I can see why your daughter wants to borrow it❤️❤️❤️

[@clairemcmorss2406]

Lovely episode again, thanx 😊. Wishing you strength coping with the skin treatment!

[@LeslieFriend]

Thank you so much sweet Claire! xx

[@susanmiller3633]

I’m going to try to jump on this KAL! This would be not only my first KAL but also my first top down sweater. 😊

[@LeslieFriend]

Yipppeeee! So excited to have you join us Susan! xx

[@PatriciaKMarshall]

Found scarf on ravelry under 4 Colors Scarf PerLei. Thank you. Love the scarf!

[@suemccord9723]

Leslie, I am so sorry to hear about your skin scare, sending healing prayers your way. ❤ I am enjoying my Warm Friend hot water bottle cover, it was a joy to knit, and so cozy. Will look forward to knitting your Hello Friend slipover/vest when it comes out. Take care Friend. 🤗

[@LeslieFriend]

Awe. Thank you sweet Sue! I can say that my skin healed nicely! Glay you like your Warm Friend! I want more cold weather so I can use ours again! Happy knitting friend! xx

[@nordic_housewife]

Congrats for your 50th Episode🎉🎉🎉 I had my skin cancer surgery a few weeks ago and being quite weak but have had time to knit and it was so inspiring to look at your video. Using the cream sounds hard as well but a few days and it will be better for sure❤ Stay strong my knitting sister❤ I loved the bien aimee yarns, what shades were they in? I have to order some for my next project.

[@LeslieFriend]

Hi friend! I hope your healing well! SO glad you were able to knit. I think the slowing down that these things provide is hard but makes us appreciate the good times for sure! And i love that knitting is always by our sides. Happy knitting friend! xx

[@scribe6430]

Me too,love this scarf ❤

[@LeslieFriend]

💜❤️💜 It was a delight to knit! xx

[@heikek.b.2154]

Dear friend Leslie, thank you very much for letting me look over your shoulder again. So good to see you doing all these beautiful things with love and fun. Your husband will already love the great scarf in case you give it away at all, because it looks very good on you too. The zipper sweater in gray could round off the scarf? My Frank doesn't want to take it off anymore and has already chosen many other colors. However, I don't like knitting a piece for the second time because then I get bored. :--)) Have a good time, your knitting friend Heike

[@LeslieFriend]

Oh Heike... you are the sweetest. YES! That scarf would go perfectly with the zipper sweater! You did an amazing job and it is just the biggest compliment that he doesn't want to take it off! It would be lovely in Navy! 🤩😍🥰 Hugs!

[@tynameers1382]

Why is it I want to run out and get a manicure when I watch your videos?!😁 you always look so polished and stylish! Love your shows, I'm definitely in for the Dartmoor KAL, can't wait!

[@LeslieFriend]

Haha. You are the cutest! 😍 I paint my nails almost weekly!🤩 The olive and june polish is just the best... the brush is amazing. It's sold at Target (and online) Can't wait to Dart-a-long with you! 💜💜💜

[@sharonvanpelt6005]

I’m currently working on the Riptide Slipover after finishing the Raincheck vest. Vests, slipover whatever they’re called definitely seem to be a thing right now and I really like the look of yours. It was fun catching up and seeing what’s on your needles. Have a great few weeks.

[@LeslieFriend]

Thanks so much for visiting Sharon! Will have to check out the riptide slip over!

[@Pegs57]

I think it’s referred to as a purl bump… the part that shows through with the other color :)

[@LeslieFriend]

Thank you Peg! Happy knitting friend! 🧡

[@holliegiampietro7030]

TU for a great podcast ❤❤❤

[@mountainpurl2508]

I did Efudex 8.5 years ago and I I was allergic to it and could only do 10 days. I just finished up 12 days of imiquimod so now my skin will start to heal. I haven’t had a tan line for over 30 years. It’s hard here in Colorado I’m always covered up with tons of sunscreen. I’ve had MOHS three times once on my face.

[@LeslieFriend]

Oh dear. Glad you found something that you could use. Happy healing friend!❤️

[@hebulanebula]

Perfect content , Leslie. Per usual 💁🏻‍♀️😁🧶💫

[@LeslieFriend]

Thank you sweet friend! xx

[@PatriciaKMarshall]

You should put the scarf and needle size and yarn on their Ravelry page. Yes thanks LaLaine

[@OliverRainKnits]

I need to knit your "Warm Friend". A water bottle would have been perfect for the recent polar vortex. Enjoy your first Nutiden experience. It's unlike other yarns and the fabric is almost magical.

[@LeslieFriend]

ooooh! I do love a good cold blast! Yes... the warm friend is perfect for those days! Thanks for the Nutiden love. I can't wait to try it! xx

[@joyceknitsandsews]

I have had to use a topical ointment on my nose before, either that one or a similar one. It is uncomfortable, but it does work. I have not needed to repeat for some time. Good luck.

[@lieslnew8247]

Hi Lesley. What a great vid. As soon as I see your video pop up in my feed I immediately reach for my knitting. I’m currently making The Weekender having just finished the Monday Sweater. Hope your skin is ok. ❤😊

[@LeslieFriend]

Awe! YOU are such a sweet friend! Thank you for watching and knitting with me! xx❤️

[@jetv1471]

I love that argyle like vest !! Wow.. the 5-fu worked like a charm for me … I did half my face and then did the other half another time , because sometimes the medicine discovers a spot to treat that you didn’t know was there .. and if it is by the mouth you want one side of your mouth to be pain free for eating and sleeping on that side while the other side is raw. If you don’t get the hamburger meat red skin you don’t have abnormal cells there. Some day … keep putting off .. I will treat my upper chest area and I can’t imagine what it will find there .. I’m sure it’s bad . I love modern medicine.. I know ladies that had to have pieces of their nose removed before this stuff came along .

[@LeslieFriend]

Oh dear. So happy to hear you have used the cream as well. I feel like i want to use on my hands next winter! February seems like the perfect month to do this kind of treatment. And knit the days away! :) Happy knitting friend! 🧡

[@cevans]

I was delighted to share the Nutiden with you! It's been a learning curve discovering ways to keep it from breaking, but well worth it. My sweater pattern was the Fancy, by Lamb and Kid, carrying a light sport with it, for stability. The resulting sweater is like wearing a cloud. SO comfy! I know that you've made a Fancy before, so you may want to try the Donna Jenna, which was designed from Nutiden. This pattern was a great recommendation from Andrea (Knit LA) the designer of the Party Bow. Isn't the knitting community amazing?? We weave in and out of each others lives, like wonderful knitting stitches!

[@LeslieFriend]

Oh Candace! YES! LOVE how we weave in and out of each others lives to create a strong fabric we call community. What a gift! Thank you SO much for the yarn. I can't wait to get it on my needles! xx

[@knitnut246connie7]

Your vest pattern looks amazing. ❤️🇨🇦❤️

[@LeslieFriend]

So sweet. Thank yo friend! xx

[@vale251]

I adore you! greetings from Munich!

[@LeslieFriend]

Awe! Thank you sweet friend! Can't wait to visit Munich one day! 😍

[@DogMom3B]

I finally had to jump on the knitting for olive train too! I am using the same colors for a sweater. Love the podcast as usual. I’m so glad you mentioned not to put boiling water in the hot water bottle. I am almost finished my warm friend and I would totally have had 3rd degree burns if you hadn’t said that.

[@LeslieFriend]

Oh dear! I am so happy you didn't put in the boiling water! Thanks for watching sweet friend! xx💜

[@tacistudio]

Hi friend, your husband might like a hat to match his scarf with the left over yarn ? My husband loved this scarf and I of course immediately volunteered to make him one for his birthday in March. Thanks for the inspiration always 😘💖

[@breezalicious]

OMG....I am using that same cream!!!! I've been on it now for Day 9 days....and it really doesn't hurt...but hurts other people having to look at me!!! hahaha! It's worth the treatment...I hope! Best to YOU!!!! move along....

[@LeslieFriend]

HA! You are so right! I would forget what I looked like till I went to the mirror! I felt sorry for others! 😂 My face did become quite sensitive and I am so happy to say I have healed! Hope you have as well! Happy knitting friend!

[@sarahbrundage2252]

OH! Your KAL sounds fun! I'm working on the Ella sweater by Katrine Hannibal. I'm cropping it some and skipping the turtleneck - just a crew neck. Using Onling No. 20 shetland wool with Valley Yarns Southhampton Mohair / Silk. Chocolate browns. A great, easy pattern for talking and knitting!

[@LeslieFriend]

Oh yes! I LOVE the Ella Sweater! I adore Katrina's designs! Happy knitting friend! xx

[@michellesabatini5288]

Leslie- love your videos and your choices of things to knit! I recently made the Classic Sweater by Espace Tricot and am wondering what type of bind off you usually do when none is specified??

[@christinemccloskey7429]

One of the best things about your podcast is your great microphone - lol.

[@LeslieFriend]

Ha! Thank you Christine! 🤩

[@pennydavies6253]

So looking forward to your ‘Hello Friend’ pattern! Happy knitting 🧶

[@LeslieFriend]

Yay! Thanks Penny! 🧡

[@jensetton2161]

Is there a link on Ravelry for the Nordic Knits vest pattern?

[@kathystrickland2849]

Love your new best design. Do you still have the bees nest?

[@fazzybear3]

I'm joining your KAL! I love your aesthetic and would love to knit the Dartmoor with La Bien Aimee. I used her yarn in a Birds of a Feather for my sister and it was lovely to work with.

[@LeslieFriend]

YAY! I have just cast on! I am late to my own party! HAHA! xx

[@fazzybear3]

@@LeslieFriend LOL! I'm having trouble getting gauge so I'm behind too!

[@LeslieFriend]

@@fazzybear3 😍

[@randie5436]

I just came across your channel. I’m coming back to knitting after a very long hiatus. I found knitting with black yarn very challenging! Especially when having to pickup stitches. White or light needles help. Do you have any issues working with black yarn. The black cashmere you showed looks gorgeous!

[@jensetton2161]

Will you be explaining how to convert the dropped shoulder on Dartmoor into a slipover?

[@julielaw7825]

So happy to see you. ❤

[@LeslieFriend]

awe! Thank you Julie! Happy knitting sweet friend! xx

[@Jess38]

What is that bag that you took the cream colored yarn out of and put it on the scale? It was amazing!

[@LeslieFriend]

Hi Jess! So sorry I forgot to mention that bags. That is an Off Hand Designs Bag. Not sure that they are still in business but I have heard people finding them on Ebay! Happy knitting friend! xx

[@fazzybear3]

I'd love to knit the Dartmoor without the sleeves too! Would you have an idea of the amount of yarn needed for that?

[@LeslieFriend]

Hi! I have 3 skeins of La bien Aimee in kumo and those are each 328 yards (pairing with mohair) I am probably making a small but think I would also have enough for a med. so happy you will be joining us!!! 💛💛💛

[@yarnaholic1963]

Hi Leslie! Question: what colors of Hue and Me did you use for your hot water bottle? I love that combination! Thank you!!

[@marilynharlow8720]

I’m looking for The vest from this episode #50 I wrote down “Hello Friend” not finding it on Revelry? Love your knits

[@LeslieFriend]

Hi! Awe. Thank you for the interest. I am in the process of working on the pattern now!🩷🩷

[@ycward]

Hi there! I love that creamy white project bag that is on your desk!! Where did you find it?

[@fayek5650]

Where can I just get the pattern to the Nordic knits, design 22? Also love your vest pattern. Is the online number 1 really worsted gauge?

[@kendram7511]

Thanks for a great episode! Did you find the Knitting for Olive yarn in the US? Would love to be able to order.

[@LeslieFriend]

Hi!!! Ordered from ewe knit Toronto. They are speedy!

[@theskeincocaine]

“You can have a warm friend in your bed!” 😁😉🤭🤣😇

[@deborahkrajniewski7644]

I work nightshifts and always take my hottie to bed 🤣😘, but its time for a makeover and last night I cast on a warm friend😍

[@LeslieFriend]

😍☺️🤩🥰

[@LeslieFriend]

Ha. always take your hottie to bed! 🤩🤩

[@lesleydoherty3839]

Thanks for another great podcast! I can’t find the link for the heart scrubby you showed. Is it available of Ravelry? Thank!!

[@LeslieFriend]

HI ! Thanks for watching friend! Valentine Heart Scrubby: www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/valentine-heart-scrubbies ❤️💓❤️

[@vivianpowell1732]

Leslie, I need to make sure that I understand your tip for changing colors of stripes in ribbing in order to have a clean break between colors. (I know what you mean about those purl stitches peeping through.) So assume I've been knitting a K1, P1 ribbed stripe in blue and I am ready to change to a white K1, P1 ribbed stripe. Do I then work one complete round of knit stitches before continuing the ribbing? Do I knit that one round in blue (old color) or in white (new color)? Many thanks!

[@LeslieFriend]

SO sorry Vivian for the late reply! YES! A complete round of knitting in the new color! Then change back to ribbing! Then when you change colors again knit the entire round. Happy knitting friend! 🧡🧡🧡

[@vivianpowell1732]

@@LeslieFriend Thank you for replying and giving me the information that I needed. Those steps you've described make perfect sense. 🌻

[@LeslieFriend]

@@vivianpowell1732 YAY! 💜💜💜

[@user-dx7xl6ve5x]

🍎👍👋

[@LeslieFriend]

😍🧡🥰