a friend to knit with - episode 53 The Moonset Tee and what's in my Summer Kitting Bag!

Hi Friends! A few finished knits including the Moon Set Tee and the Dartmoor. I also share what I have in my summer knitting bag for June.
Knit what you love! xx, leslie
Show Notes:
**Find me**
Blog: www.afriendtokn...​​
Instagram: / lesliefriend
Ravelry: www.ravelry.co...
Shop my favorite knitting tools:
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What I’m wearing:
Moon Set Tee:
www.ravelry.co...
**Off the needles**
Dartmoor:
www.ravelry.co...
** On the needles**
Billie Sweater
www.ravelry.co...
Yarn: Cascade 220
Best Friend Butterfly Blanket:
www.ravelry.co...
Big Twist Value
Elizabeth Bradley Needlepoint:
americas.eliza...
My Fish:
americas.eliza...
Good Things!
Travel Bag:
cielsandals.co...
Gap Straw Bag:
www.gap.com/br...
Big Button to cover:
amzn.to/3RhSOQ9
Snippets Catcher Felted Bowl:
www.ravelry.co...
Notion Kits by Taci:
www.etsy.com/s...
DARTMOOR KAL WINNERS:
LisaTKnits
Annies441
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Hosted by Margaret at Boboleros:
www.boboleros....
/ margaretwacyk
and Gina at SkeinCocaine:
www.skeincocai...
/ skeincocaine
Thank you for watching Friends!

[@kathleen6805]

Love seeing you again and so enjoy your podcasts. Thank you for taking the time to share all your projects ❤❤❤❤❤

[@LeslieFriend]

Awe. Thank you so much for visiting Kathleen!🩷

[@julielaw7825]

Your Billie pullover is just stunning. I just love your videos and feel just as if we know each other and are truly good friends. ❤

[@LeslieFriend]

Awe! That makes me so happy Julie! We certainly are good friends!😍😘

[@Kaet_RN]

Your tee is so lovely, your stitches look so even, it’s remarkable! It seems like one of those items you will reach for often. What an adventure Libby is on! I hope she is having the best time in nyc ❤

[@heikek.b.2154]

Dear Leslie, It's so nice to see you again after what feels like a long time. The sweater looks great on you. I'm excited to be able to admire the embroidered fish in all its glory. You need a lot of patience for this. Good things take time. Stay healthy and cheerful, your friend Heike

[@LeslieFriend]

Hi sweet Heike! Thanks so much for stopping by. I always appreciate you visiting! Hugs and happy knitting! 🩷

[@LeslieFriend]

Hi sweet Heike! Thanks so much for stopping by. I always appreciate you visiting! Hugs and happy knitting! 🩷

[@debracoulter]

hi i always enjoy watching you

[@LeslieFriend]

Awe! Thank you! And thanks so much for stopping by!🩷

[@debrahookham1620]

I always enjoy knitting with you! You knit the cutest things.

[@LeslieFriend]

Awe. Thank you Debra! Happy knitting friend! xx

[@lsdev4229]

An all over cable sweater was my very first sweater I knitted 17 yrs ago and I just knit an all over cardigan by Marie Greene called Fiadh. Cables aren't as difficult as they look. Thanks Leslie, always nice to see you and what you are up to whenever you get a chance. Summers are short on the Atlantic Coast so you need to enjoy them while you can🥰🇨🇦Sharon.

[@LeslieFriend]

Hi Sharon! I will need to look up your cable sweater! I love cabled cardi's! Thank you friend for watching! Happy knitting! xx

[@bonniechoplin4086]

I have made The Best Friend Butterfly Blanket for a first time mom and loved making it. Especially because it is so easy to take care of for mom/baby.

[@LeslieFriend]

Yay! Makes me so happy Bonnie! I love that about the yarn, too! xx

[@pam3744]

Love your projects and your uplifting personality -

[@LeslieFriend]

Well that is just the kindest. Thank you!🩷

[@tacistudio]

You are so sweet. I love all of your projects and of course looove your summer bag … it makes me so happy to know you like your little toolkit and keep it close to you. It makes my heart so happy. Thank you for showing it here. It’s so helpful to me 😘🥰 ❤❤❤

[@LeslieFriend]

Awe. Thank you Taci! Your tool kits are the BEST!!! Everyone needs one!🩷🩷🩷

[@lakeviewchicachicago2042]

Your Moonset Tee is beautiful! Lol, I feel that I was listening to myself when you were talking about the stitches! I am the same way ! Adding it to my queue! 😊

[@LeslieFriend]

Ha! Love that we are all a little hard on ourselves. Makes for knits we want to wear! :) Happy knitting friend! xx

[@suemccord9723]

Thank you for sharing all the goodies and beautiful knits. 🤗

[@LeslieFriend]

Awe. Thank you Sue for watching. 😍🩷💚

[@dianetetz438]

Great to see you Leslie! Love all the knits. I noticed the button on your straw bag right away! 💗

[@LeslieFriend]

Awe! Thanks for visiting Diane! That button makes me very happy. 🤩 Happy Knitting! xx

[@ninadavidson3297]

Thanks Leslie….. I too used to be a winter knitter/summer tapestry person but then I fell in love with all the summer yarns…… trouble is there just not enough hours in the day (love Elizabeth Bradley too) xx

[@LeslieFriend]

It’s so true!!! We need more hours!!! I wish sleep wasn’t so necessary!🤭

[@cyndykoerber831]

I have been thinking about my needlepoints for so long! Ugh! Might be my weekend project….. cyndy

[@LeslieFriend]

Love summer needlepointing! Happy stitching friend! xx

[@unrulyknitter]

I am plugging along and hopefully finishing my Dartmoor today - knitting while I watched your episode!! Love your Moonset tee and your Billie is going to be breathtaking! Cheers to summer!

[@LeslieFriend]

Can’t wait to see your Dartmoor Rhonda! 🩶🩶🩶

[@lieslnew8247]

Hi Leslie. I loved every single thing about this catch up. The tee is lovely and I really appreciate that I am not the only one that has serious doubts about my WIPs only to find that when I finish they are OK. Love the Dartmoor. I always thought the sleeves too big - never thought of seaming the sides. 😊. And that bag!!! With the needlepoint button. Chefs kiss. 😘 always great to hear from you. ❤❤

[@LeslieFriend]

Awe! Thanks so much for the visit friend!!!! Made my heart big!❤️

[@claudiahuffmaster8249]

What an inspirational podcast! I am looking up all your links! Love the needlepoint. My kids are the same age as yours. I have been following you since you had a blog. When my boys were younger I stenciled similar looking fish in their room. It just made me smile! Your sweaters are beautiful!

[@LeslieFriend]

Awe! That makes me so happy Claudia! Thank you! How did our kids grow so fast?!🫣❤️

[@dgraves1006]

How have I not seen your podcasts before. I’ve now queued a few new sweaters (ugh), loved watching you and I will now catch up with your other posts.

[@LeslieFriend]

Awe! Thank you for finding me and for being a friend to knit with! Happy Knitting! xx

[@patricialeib6565]

I’m just waiting on my sourdough in the oven so it was was cool to hear you mention time to stretch and fold. Love how the Caidree sweater turned out.

[@LeslieFriend]

How fun! Isn’t sourdough just the best? And so easy. I never want to eat any other bread! Thanks for visiting friend!🩷

[@casuarinagirl8067]

Well that was wonderful. I love when I see your face pop up 😆 oh plant yarns are always so trying!! It’s funny we are so hard on our makes and it’s not noticeable at all. Can’t even see the white mohair change 💪🏻 love the tee, elevated basics 🥰 that’s the area I’m finally going to head down. I love knitting the interesting but reach for the basics when I get dressed 😣 so I’ve given away ½ my wardrobe and will frog some where I want the yarn and have more fun again. More clothes than I need but my soul needs to create so….. 🤭😬😂 thanks for sharing, Karen 😘

[@LeslieFriend]

Oh Karen I soooooo hear ya!!! I am drawn to the fun and interesting pieces but that is just not how I dress. I have tried to be more mindful in the past few years and really think of a piece I’ll be worn! I bet whoever you have your gorgeous knits to was over the moon!!! You do such amazing work!!!!🩷🩷🩷

[@conniesmith1081]

Just love your podcast and I have been looking every week to see if you had made another episode! As alwasy it was lovely! Almost as good as being right in front of you having a cup of tea! Your sweater looks awesome on. you!

[@LeslieFriend]

Awe. That is so so sweet!!! Thank you so much!!! You really made my heart happy! 🩷

[@fazzybear3]

The Dartmoor was so much fun to knit! I too was going to make it a vest, but ended up putting the sleeves on. It's pretty bulky so I need to find skinny jeans to wear it with. I also saw Yan's Dartmoor in person as she had Aimee of La Bien Aimee visit her store for a meet-and-greet brunch and shopping event! I drove over from the Jersey Shore and it was so worth the trip!

[@LeslieFriend]

Oh! Maybe I will run into you at forever yarn sometime! I can’t wait to get back there… We so enjoyed driving down the Jersey shore and spending some time in Cape May! Happy knitting friend!🩷

[@joy1400]

Love seeing you here again and I love your moonset tee!! So pretty on you!

[@LeslieFriend]

Thank you sweet Joy!🩷

[@mirosderegil]

I had bought that Moon Set Tee pattern a few months back, but haven't gotten around to knitting it. So happy you made it!!! It looks super beautiful and flattering on you! Great job! You chose a very beatiful color of yarn that suits you very well. Always happy to see a new upload from you! ❤!!!

[@LeslieFriend]

Awe! Thank you friend! 🩶🩶🩶and thanks so much for stopping by!

[@mirosderegil]

@@LeslieFriend Always happy to do so ☺❤🙏

[@kathiep.7734]

Love the tee! And your bags! Stretch and fold! Those I know well..as well as needlepoint..knitters usually are multi crafters😊

[@LeslieFriend]

Hahah! Busy busy makers. 🤓🤩😍 I once had someone tell me it was all self imposed busyness. (RUDE!) 😂

[@marjoriebahm9239]

Love your Moon Set Tee. Lovely color. I'm currently knitting the Anker Tee on US2 needles with Rowan Summerlite 4ply 100% cotton. It's lovely but it takes forever! Great to see you back again. Love your podcasts.

[@LeslieFriend]

Oh! I love the anker Tee! that’s going to be amazing! Especially out of Rowan summer light. It will be well worth the time! Thanks so much for visiting friend!🩷

[@sharonvanpelt6005]

I enjoyed the episode. I have the Moon Set Tee pattern but haven't made it yet but think now I'll move it up on my list to do. And seeing your butterfly blanket reminded me that I started one and I need to get back to it. Hope you have a great week and I'm looking forward to seeing your summer knits. Take care.

[@LeslieFriend]

Awe. So sweet. It really is a wearable piece!!! Happy knitting sweet friend!🤍

[@MikiCrespo]

Absolutely beautiful Moon Set Tee 🌚

[@LeslieFriend]

Thanks you friend!🩷

[@TrudySchwartzBurrill]

I needle point as well. My avatar is one I have unfinished. 8 have to take the mouth out and redo it. Its so bad. I am an ex art instructor so I’ve done many types of media. Some are favorites Fiber has been a forever joy. I also make Temari Balks. They are fabulous. Macram, cross point a tad too. Embroidery is awesome. I like embroidering on my knits sometimes too. Thanks Leslie. Always enjoy knitting while I watch you. 🧶😃

[@LeslieFriend]

Wow. You truly have all the needleworks in your fingers! I love it!!! I wish I was better at embroidery. Maybe one day! Happy stitching friend!🩷

[@belindafernandes5712]

You are such a beautiful knitter..

[@LeslieFriend]

Awe. Thank you so much! 💖

[@mama_knitter]

So happy to watch another video from you. Thank you for keeping me updated on what’s in style, I want you to dress me, I’m currently in the throes of parenthood and don’t have time to peak out from under my rock 😂 I love bags so much and so I just put that one on my wishlist. Do you think the fanny pack bag trend is going out of style anytime soon? ❤Ashley

[@mama_knitter]

Also I was thinking about cross stitch but omg I think needlepoint is what I’ve been looking for, thank you so much for the info!

[@LeslieFriend]

Awe Ashley! Nothing better than what you are currently doing! Wear that chocolate and those smudges with pride. They are your badge of honor!!! I remember when my kids were young someone told me “hold on tight! This ride is fast!” And it totally is. Enjoy every minute. And yes! I think the Fanny pack is here for a bit!!!🩷🩷🩷🩷🩷hugs.

[@friendshipjoy9841]

Beautiful knits as always! 👍

[@LeslieFriend]

Awe! Thank you friend! xx

[@angelastephens82]

Hi friend! Just had to let you know I ordered the ciel bag. Spoke with the maker and she’s was like “ I don’t know what’s going on but we’ve had a huge demand for this bag this month!” Ahahahahaha! You influencer!

[@LeslieFriend]

HA! YAY! SO glad you found it! I hope you love it as much as me! Happy knitting (and walking) friend! ;) xx

[@ursulamanwiller5630]

Thank you for another enjoyable podcast!

[@LeslieFriend]

Aw! Thanks so much for the visit!🩷🩷🩷

[@LisaPaulEddy_]

Love it! Good to see you.

[@LeslieFriend]

Awe! Thanks Lisa!

[@carlajewett1091]

Another fun episode. Thx, Les…

[@LeslieFriend]

Aw! Thank you, Carla! I so appreciate your visit xx

[@emmalambert5594]

So nice to see you again my Friend. 💐 Absolutely beautiful knits you have shared. My summer goal is to embroider pillow cases that says Guide us waking, O Lord, and guide us sleeping; that awake we may watch with Christ, and asleep rest in His peace. Yes I agree we’re did all the babies come from I need five at this point. I so appreciate the Butterfly blanket pattern. Thank you for the help and tips you share. Your simple the Best knitting friend 💐

[@LeslieFriend]

Awe. Thank you Emma!!! And your pillow cases are going to be amazing!!! 💫🙏 love that so much!!! 💫🩷💫🩷💫

[@hebulanebula]

I love the idea of the fanny pack knitting bag! I traveled recently, and missed my knitting, but I didn’t know for sure what the airport would accept..and I didn’t want My ChiaoGoo needles taken from me . Nice to see your face 😊 your current whip looks like a sweater my Mom made me years ago. I still wear it..same color yarn too. So beautiful ! Be Well Leslie.

[@LeslieFriend]

Hi! The only place I have ever had. My needles taken away was exiting Mexico! Traveling into the United States. And in the US, I have never had an issue. They never even look at them. As a matter of fact, No one has looked at them for a long time! in any country! I’m not sure I would know what to do traveling and not knitting!🤣😂 happy knitting friend! Thanks for visiting!🩷

[@sueh8547]

Love your podcasts! I’m curious about your trout needlepoint project. Do you do the cross stitch or just the slanted (regular?) stitch. You’ve inspired me to try something new 🩷

[@LeslieFriend]

Hi!!! yes you do cross stitch but the entire canvas is covered. Dot unlike how you leave the background or other parts empty when you’re actually cross stitching. The Elizabeth Bradley kids absolutely lovely and the quality is incredible. Thanks for stopping by Sue! 🩷🩷🩷

[@sueh8547]

@@LeslieFriend Thank you so much for responding to my question. I just purchased the Two Fat Suffolk Lamb kit from Elizabeth Bradley 💜 Now I'm watching KZbin videos about the Victorian Cross stitch method. Thanks again Leslie!

[@bethpaschal7859]

Great to knit with you this morning Leslie! I was so happy to see your podcast ❤️. Your knits are beautiful, but I especially love that you’re making another Best Friend Butterfly blanket! I’ve made so many of those and I love your pattern (and the history behind it). You seem relaxed and happy after your travels. Is Libby going to teach in NYC or work in another field?

[@LeslieFriend]

Awe. So happy you love the best friend butterfly blanket too. It truly wears so well! Libby unfortunately decided she did not want to teach anymore still involved in education as she is now selling curriculum to schools. 💫🙌❤️

[@finbohannon9581]

I got really excited about the button! I went straight to English Amazon. I thought it would be the kit😢😢😢 it was just the button and it takes 6 months to get here(by ship?)….also no needle point…..where do I find the lovely sunflower, please ? I would love a whole kit…does it exist?… love your channel, from rainy England! X less excited, Fin 😢

[@LeslieFriend]

Hi Fin! Oh so sorry! The button cover can be covered with anything! Even knitting!😎 but you can use fabric or needlepoint too. My sister charted that out but I will look around for something similar. 🩷🩷🩷

[@edytheneumann4656]

Thanks Leslie! Missed you! Love your makes and favorite things. Seems to me you had a little pattern for the scrubbie?

[@LeslieFriend]

Hi!!!! Awe thanks friend! Yes! Scrubble pattern: www.themakeyourownzone.com/round-knit-scrubby-pattern/

[@edytheneumann4656]

@@LeslieFriend Thank you!!

[@arlenerainey]

I love your leopard watch band! Is it for a Fitbit?

[@LeslieFriend]

Yes!!! I purchased it on Amazon!!! amzn.to/4bTAqFQ

[@10amTracy]

Leslie, do you have any favorite LYS in Pittsburgh? I’ll be visiting in about 10 days, so I’d love to check out a store or two while I’m there.

[@LeslieFriend]

Hi Tracy! So wonderful! There is a shop in Oakmont called yarn by design that I like. And I recently found one in squirrel Hill called wild Child yarns. Both are great!🩷🩷🩷 have a wonderful visit!🤍

[@10amTracy]

@@LeslieFriend thank you! I’ll check them out 😊

[@anitabechtel5180]

Good morning. Great episode as always. Would you. mind sharing the name or website of the boutique you work at?

[@LeslieFriend]

Hi Anita! Absolutely. I work at Carabella in Oakmont Pa. 💫 www.carabellaoakmont.com/

[@jhuntsman17]

Leslie. Have you ever made the butterfly blanket for a baby boy

[@LeslieFriend]

Many!!!! This navy blue one will probably be for one!!! 💫🤍🤍🤍🤍

[@jhuntsman17]

@@LeslieFriend thank you so very much

[@lowrifoyle9512]

I love all your knits but have to say that the grey color or the moonset T is a horrible color for you! It washes you out. Stick to your cool colors-very few people look good in grey. Stick to ur colors

[@LeslieFriend]

Thank you!❤️❤️

[@Lisatknits]

I won a KAL prize! I thought I had missed the winner announcements somehow so I was so surprised. I just thought I was catching up on one of my favorite podcasts and I end up winning a prize. Thanks so much for hosting the KAL Leslie it was so much fun. ❤❤

[@LeslieFriend]

Yay Lisa!!! Could you please message me your address on ravelry?! 🩷🩷🩷 congratulations!

[@Lisatknits]

@@LeslieFriend I just sent it in Ravelry. Thank you! 🧶🌸🥰