"All the small things" - Not Quite Enough Yarn, November 2023

[@johannabliss5406]

Your spinning is absolutely gorgeous. The color is lovely and the blending is to die for. The poncho for your great niece is adorable as well.

[@NotQuiteEnoughYarn]

Thanks Johanna - I was so pleased with the spin. Hope you are well. Xx

[@normabinkley6111]

Lovely gift from Barb. Can’t wait to see what you make with it. I like 🤩 the cowl you made for your friend. The pattern showed up nicely. Congratulations to the MAL winners!

[@NotQuiteEnoughYarn]

Thanks Norma. I am very excited to get started on the advent. Thanks for being here and hope all is well xx

[@spaknits]

What a lovely, generous surprise gift from Barbara. And I think the cowl looks great in that yarn. It suits the variegation really well. 😍

[@NotQuiteEnoughYarn]

Thanks Ann xx The cowl was a fun and quick knit - I will def make another xx

[@karencaldro4284]

Love the yarn you spun. The colors definitely have the wow factor. Can’t wait to see what you knit with it.

[@NotQuiteEnoughYarn]

Thanks Karen. I'm wondering about a hat or cowl - something that uses the yarn on its own. Thanks so much and take care xx

[@janedaniel7288]

Hi Lesley, love the makes. The poncho is so pretty and girly. Finished on black mitten today, but going to give me a couple of days before starting the next one. Barb, your bags are gorgeous. What a wonderful gesture sending you that all the way from Canada. Can't wait to see what you get in both your advent s A friend of mine is doing a spinning advent. She put a couple of bats (?) early in the year and separated them in to batches and had her husband bag them for her so she has no idea what she will be getting each day. Thought that was a great idea. Sadly I can't spin and don't have head space to learn at the moment. I do have this image of myself sitting at a wheel with my feet powering the spin and be all calm and cosy at front of the fire. We don't have a fire, I've never been calm and collected. Lol Congratulations to all your winners. Enjoy your winnings. Have a safe and restful December. We definitely need some singing!! I'll start a petition. 😂 Take care xxJane 🐑🌈🎄

[@NotQuiteEnoughYarn]

Hi Jane. A bit of a rest between black mittens sounds necessary - give the eyes a rest. The home made spinning advent sounds a great idea. I love your image of spinning in front of the fire. I do have a fire, but have also never been calm and collected, and if the spinning wasn't going well, I'd be tempted to turn the wheel into fuel! The petition needs to be sent to "My Mate Mandy, Not Quite Enough Towers, Sussex" 🤣 Take very good care of yourselves xx

[@DonnaBMacK]

Thanks for the laughs! When I saw the post today I thought it was a bonus for the week before realizing this is the last Saturday of November already! It’s always good to see you and hear what you are creating. Thanks for sharing. Take care.

[@NotQuiteEnoughYarn]

Thanks Donna. This month has flown by, hasn't it? Thanks so much for being here. Hope you are well xx

[@sharonparmelee9633]

Hi Les, Soo good to see you, as always!!! Your makes are always lovely. Your colors always look like they belong together!!! I am an ami maker in the needle work department. I have made a couple of sweaters, and was not impressed!!!.......operator error!!! I made a ton of shawls in every shape and size. I have given so many away and they seem to be multiplying in my cedar chest!!! lol!!! The yarn you spun is wonderful!!! Such a beautiful colorway!!! You have every reason to be pleased!!!! I am still working with the hundreds of succulents that my nephew has planted in my backyard. It absolutely looked like a succulent nursery!!! I want my backyard back, so it is up to me to do the cleanout......not sure that is how it should work, but that's how it is turning out!!! I am with you on the way I purchase yarn. I have so much stash, I rarely purchase yarn. I am still deciding what to do with the yarn I won almost a year ago. I think I am going to put it together with another yarn to make it a bit heavier.....It is so beautiful, I hate to make something I am not in love with!!! lol!!! Take care , have a wonderful week......The cowl is lovely!!! Cuddle that beautiful little diva for me, please~~

[@NotQuiteEnoughYarn]

Hi Sharon. Lovely to hear from you. Knits do multiply in our cupboards , in my case it's because I wear the same 5, on a rota, and the rest get board. Happy "succulent sorting" - thanks as always, and huge licks and tail wags from Her Royal Highness xx

[@karlamilton5281]

Hope your Dad feels better soon. Older parents cause worries at times. So difficult to know what to do at times. Hugs.

[@NotQuiteEnoughYarn]

Thanks Karla. He is certainly glad to be home from hospital. Hope you and yours are keeping well xx

[@shirleyknits123-7]

Congrats to the winners❤😊

[@NotQuiteEnoughYarn]

Thanks Shirley - hope life is good xx

[@audreycastelton2655]

I normally lurk and enjoy your weekly and monthly podcasts. Felt strongly enough to comment re: Will miss the songs in your weekly Vlogmasses! What a wonderful generous boxed gift from Barb for you and to share. How exciting and im looking forward to watching the advent unwrappings. Loved the coloured accents on the little hooded poncho. Happy crafting ❤

[@NotQuiteEnoughYarn]

Hi Audrey. Thank you for being here and lovely to hear from you. Sorry about the songs - but I have to be practical over timings. Barb's gift was so generous and thoughtful - I can't wait to get started. Thanks so much and take care xx

[@marywanamaker2700]

Hello, Lesley, love the colts in your spinning, can’t wait to see what you create. I like that running uphill cowl, I have added it to my list. Congratulations winners. What a thoughtful gift from Barb. Have a great week.

[@NotQuiteEnoughYarn]

Thanks Mary. The cowl is a fun make - enough variety to keep it interesting. Hope you enjoy it xx

[@scaryspider365]

It was great to share your joy at receiving Barb’s gift. I enjoyed your meet-up episode. I look forward to seeing the openings in advent. Thank you to both for sharing so I can watch and see something lovely and happy! Barb the bags are fab! I also like Lesleys description of collecting yarn so there is never enough of one-colour. I’m like that as I like to re-home yarn.😊

[@NotQuiteEnoughYarn]

Thanks so much , it was such a lovely surprise to receive the advent. Re-homing yarn is a good description. Thanks and take care xx

[@louisewall7100]

Loved all your makes. You’re so clever learning to spin. Congratulations to the winners. Enjoy your lovely prizes. Lovely as always catching up with you Lesley xx

[@NotQuiteEnoughYarn]

Thanks Louise. Hope life is treating you kindly xx

[@angelaholcroft4515]

Hi Lesley. . for sharing your lovely makes. The cowl is a gorgeous colour and pattern. Simple but effective. I've managed to finish a pair of dk socks for my dad. Kept me sane over the past week. Going to frog another pair I was making during our hospital vigil . Too much sadness in them. We should be in York for the yarnfest, which is tomorrow . Home instead deciding on what project to pick up next. Have a good week. Take care. Xx

[@NotQuiteEnoughYarn]

Hi Angela. Absolutely right to frog the socks that are sad - they served their purpose in the making, but now the yarn can go to something happy. Hope you are both able to have a bit of a restful reset. Take good care of yourselves xx

[@melindajackson6374]

Thank you for my pattern gift - I will look through my favorites to select. I enjoy seeing your spinning results - not sure that I will ever do that. I look forward to watching/experiencing you opening your advent gift that you received. 🙂

[@NotQuiteEnoughYarn]

Hi Melinda. Thanks for taking part in the MAL - I look forward to seeing what you choose xx I am excited about the advent too x Hope all is well xx

[@pmdempsey9742]

I shall miss your singing but have a peaceful time and a great Christmas

[@NotQuiteEnoughYarn]

Thanks so much - wishing you a very happy time xx

[@recreationalknittingpodcast]

I LOVE the cowl! it’s gorgeous!

[@NotQuiteEnoughYarn]

Thanks Karen. It's a fun knit x Hope all is well xx

[@kathybrisky]

You made some gorgeous yarn!

[@NotQuiteEnoughYarn]

Thanks Kathy. I was very pleased with it xx

[@SueSmith-pw9ux]

Awww 😂 I’m going to miss your clever carols Lesley. Always raised a giggle or a chortle. Take care.

[@NotQuiteEnoughYarn]

That's kind, Sue - thank you xx

[@beachgirl7598]

What to say I love first? I want Barb to be MY friend! I’m sorry I’ve not entered your mal. Maybe December’s. I think the poncho is something I would have loved when I was little. And the scarf you made for your friend is sure to be a hit! I love the colors of both projects. And yay for Maryanne! 🎉🎉And your glasses are fantastic. 😎

[@NotQuiteEnoughYarn]

Thanks Genevieve , much appreciated. The scarf/cowl was well received. Phew! Hope all is well. See you again soon xx

[@NadineTouzet]

Hi Lesley, have a great month too! Can’t believe we’ll soon be in December ! xx

[@NotQuiteEnoughYarn]

Thanks Nadine. Time has certainly flown this year. Hope you're keeping well xx

[@joelwilliams5634]

Always great to see you. You’ll be missed during vlogmas but you need to take a well deserved break. I’m excited to see the sweater you are making with your advent. Stay well

[@NotQuiteEnoughYarn]

Thanks Joel. I will still be here - just weekly, not daily. Hope things are going well xx

[@kdrinnin1]

Well done on your latest spinning! I love the colors and the way they run through, if that makes sense.

[@NotQuiteEnoughYarn]

It does make sense - thanks so much. Hope all us well xx

[@tishikinsyarnin2844]

Yarn looks smashing so will be interesting to see how it works up and indeed what you put with it 😁

[@NotQuiteEnoughYarn]

Hi. Thanks so much - I am wondering what to do with the yarn - it is currently "marinading". Hope all is well and take care xx

[@GagaKnits]

I think your red jumper looks very nice on you. The little poncho is very sweet. It looks much nicer with stripes. I have a crochet blanket I'd like to start after my Christmas makes but now I'm thinking I could work on it for 10 minutes every morning before I leave for work and join in with your MAL. X

[@NotQuiteEnoughYarn]

Hi Anita. Thanks so much. That sounds like a good way to start the day - hope you enjoy the blanket xx

[@lindapollaerts5168]

I love your handspun yarn,and the cowl.The advent box is a fantastic gift,i am looking forward to the sweater.

[@NotQuiteEnoughYarn]

Thanks Linda I was amazed by the advent - such a treat! Hope all is well with you. Thanks and take care xx

[@gallovidian2151]

That cowl pic with your specs gave me a laugh on a difficult day x

[@NotQuiteEnoughYarn]

Hiya. Sorry you were having a difficult day. I hope that things have eased a little. Take very good care xx

[@georginabird9354]

Cor! Les that looks lovely 😻 ❤

[@NotQuiteEnoughYarn]

Fanks darlin'. How are you doing? Hope you are ok xx

[@TheKnittingTherapist]

It was lovely catching up with you! I will try to knit a little bit on a pair of self striping socks for myself, every day in December. I am fortunate that our gift giving day for December was last Saturday, so I have a lot less to do from now on. It is snowy outside today, the dog loves it. And I am content to take him for a walk as long as it doesn't (freeze) rain.

[@NotQuiteEnoughYarn]

Hi. Lovely to hear from you. Enjoy the socks and I am glad that the dog loves the snow. Hope you are keeping well xx

[@jillianstewart9958]

This may interest you for your adventurers with your whirly whirly machine that you knit your hats on. Podcast “ Emily Smith” adds features and creates various garments with her Addie Sentro machine. 😊

[@NotQuiteEnoughYarn]

Hi Jollian. Thanks for that- I will take a look. Thanks and best wishes xx

[@FirnMamaMakes]

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[@NotQuiteEnoughYarn]

Thank you xx

[@suzanrudulph4141]

I think your homespun turned out lovely 😍.

[@NotQuiteEnoughYarn]

Thanks Suzan. I was certainly pleased with it xx

[@heathertucker7056]

I think your spinning looks really good so well done and a beautiful colour to knit up! I also love the cowl and immediately downloaded the pattern to make that really interesting design. Will miss your Christmas carols this year but looking forward as always to seeing you for Vlogmas. Take care x

[@NotQuiteEnoughYarn]

Hi Heather. I hope you enjoy the cowl- it's a fun knit. Hope life is treating you well and thanks so much xx

[@flameandfiberpodcast3162]

Did you say "Arsenal" when you coughed?!?😂😂😂 What fun advents you have!❤

[@NotQuiteEnoughYarn]

I did - it's an old TV joke. The advents are fun - so are yours...and the girls don't mind the repetition in their treats either xx

[@pip-woollycwtches]

👋 hi. I like your hand spun. I was practicing regularly… but then i went from doing quite well to over spinning again 🤦‍♀️. So i have stepped away for a bit (before i threw the wheel out the window!!! 😫) i shall have a fresh start at it again after the Christmas madness and i have time to relax. Hopefully 🤞🏼. I love that poncho. It’s soo cute. Baaa humbug Mandy….we shall all miss the singing 🎶. (Only joking, totally understand the lack of time) Lovely prizes and congratulations Mary Ann 👏👏. Hope you have a good week Lesley. Xx

[@NotQuiteEnoughYarn]

Thanks Pip. Taking a break sounds like a good idea, if it starts going away from how you like it. Something for the New Year is always a good idea xx

[@susanmarshall3709]

Maybe the newest cardian from Creabea, Rebecca Clow would suit you for an Advent make? I am glad that you had a pleasant surprise and will have new yarny goodness to open during Advent. I hope your neice likes her poncho. I am madly working on a sweater request from my 4 yr old grandson of a sweater in Brillant blue with Navy mixed in... very specific. had to go out and buy suitable yarn for this request that can be washed in machine. it is not as soft as my fingering weight yarns, though.

[@NotQuiteEnoughYarn]

Hi Susan. Someone has kindly given me that pattern - it's a beaut. Hope your grandson's sweater is going well. Funny how specific children can be. Thanks so much and take care xx

[@brendasolanki8424]

I love the yarn you spun and gifted me. I'm still waiting for it to tell me what it wants to be. That cowl looks like a very soothing project; might even work with yours?? Thank you for doing your weekly sessions in December as a variation of Vlogmas. I look forward to it, with or without some singing. Have a great month and remember to take time for YOU as well. HUgs

[@NotQuiteEnoughYarn]

Thanks Brenda. The cowl is a simple knit without being boring - might work well with that yarn xx Look after yourself xx

[@MousesMakes]

THIS Mandy is very sad there will be no singing this year ☹️ xx

[@NotQuiteEnoughYarn]

That's very kind...but have you had your hearing checked?

[@MousesMakes]

I'll have you know I have a very musical ear! 🤣 x

[@NotQuiteEnoughYarn]

@@MousesMakes Brilliant!! What does it play?