Another Knitting Pod/Ep. 38: Treat Yo’Self Knitting

Thanks for Watching!

[@theyarngoeson]

OMG - you had me LOL’ing when you mentioned being in bed by 930pm; that’s ME! I have to be in bed by 930 so I have an hour or so for reading and falling asleep 😴 I woke up this morning and HAD to cast on a hat today! And, I was browsing my stash and found a cake of yarn just waiting to become something! So now, I’m knitting away on a pattern I have saved for about 4yrs (pattern is the Kolsch by Anushka Tay). I think sometimes it’s easier to have someone other than Mom or Dad teach kids stuff - once they grasp the basics then we can do it together and help as needed. That is such a special and cute pin - hedgehog reading under a mushroom! You a such a great Mom! I appreciate that you share these things with everyone, I wish I had a friend like you way back when I was guiding my kids - I was the patient/understanding and listening parent; my partner was more of the old fashioned “this is how it is” type so a lot of the times I would have to help him see that there’s a grey space in how to raise kids - AND every kid is so different! Have a wonderful weekend 🎉😊

[@Randi19196]

Kaffe Fasset brought art to knitting in the 80s. His books from that time are wonderful and if you haven’t ever looked through the books glorious knits or Glorious Color, I’d urge you to do so. He created fades and mixed colors and textures of yarn together and designed beautiful garments. And ugh. I’m knitting a sweater for my husband and I’m stopping every few inches to make sure it’s what he wants. He asked for the sweater, but if it doesn’t fit well I know he won’t wear it. Ripping back is not an option lol.

[@heather_hearts_yarn6186]

Hi Leena, If you’re interested in Kaffe Fassett Fruity Knitting episodes 116 & 117 were about him. It was so interesting it took 2 episodes. Loved catching up with you! Thank you for sharing all that you do. ❤

[@AnotherKnittingPod]

Ah! I totally am-I’ll watch as soon as I can! Thanks for the rec. Fruity Knitting has so many interesting interviews but there are so many that it intimidates me. I never know where to start.

[@Kaet_RN]

I’m here for the shawl progress! It will be beautiful. 9pm for an away game it nutso, like these are students who need to do homework, shower, be in bed a reasonable time, their moms need to be in bed at a reasonable time! Ick. Sometimes I am glad Annalie is not a sporty gal 😂 Happy birthday to your sweet daughter- double digits 😢 I am sure she felt very special and loved as I know you must make her feel everyday. I’m jealous she learned to knit- that’s amazing! My daughter is very artistic but zero interest in knitting/sewing/crochet etc. I mean come on! Now you have gift ideas for her, you can knit together and do knitty stuff! Amazing ❤❤❤❤ We have listened to that podcast! I love the voices. It’s so creative and I might love it more than a grown has a right to 😂

[@bethpaschal7859]

Beautiful baby blanket Leena! I think it is just perfect. Those suggestions for shawls are right up my alley! I still have yarn for the pressed flower shawl, which I might do the cardigan instead. Have you made that? I can’t remember. I feel the struggle of letting those we love feel the discomfort during difficult situations in order to grow. My kids are parents now and I have grandkids so it is compounded.😮. That is exactly the reason for focusing on yourself with your knitting to create space and breathe. 🥰😘

[@nickybebb2140]

Hi Lena ❣️thank you for a wonderful podcast 🙏your open honesty is so refreshing and meaningful and I feel all that you say about parenting …. Supporting but not putting pressure on our gorgeous children - it is a difficult balance but they know we Love them no matter what so a good and not so good grades come and go and they will wobble as we do but our constant unconditional Love will hopefully give them the courage to get through anything to find their own happiness 🌈🙏❣️❣️❣️

[@cathycoughenour3849]

I absolutely love how thoughtful you are about everything that you do! Love the shawl recommendations and the the baby blanket just exudes happiness! Take Care!

[@AnotherKnittingPod]

Thank you so much! Such kind words.

[@makalali]

I live in a country where the fact of participating is the only thing that matters. It’s really really hard to find the right balance between « try your best » and « get the best ». I really love your parental vision so thanks for sharing :) I also LOVE your hat. Clearly on my to do

[@karenbudnick]

Good thoughts about praise. Celebrate hard work.

[@AnotherKnittingPod]

Indeed. I’m trying to teach my kids to put their hearts into the process, and let the results be what they are. I’m trying to teach that to myself, too 😉

[@Nathalie_knits_all_the_time]

That baby blanket is amazingly beautiful!

[@AnotherKnittingPod]

Thank you!!

[@serenityinstitches8236]

I’m so glad you talked about your sleeve issue. I’m knitting the Kallias cardi by Isabell Kraemer. I should have knit bigger size. My gauge was off, did the math & thought I should knit 2nd size. Well math was wrong so have been making adjustments as I go. My sleeve was too small but I already knit 6”. I just went ahead & frogged my sleeve to make it wider. It was either that or give my cardi as a gift. I know it’s worth the effort to make it mine! Christina 😊

[@valeriea.gladstone6440]

Uggg, I am about to cast on a sweater for my husband also. 1st time in 7 years! I made up my mind about a pattern than he saw me flipping through patterns and said “oh that’s a nice sweater”….totally different pattern….Ok. Kaffe Fassette is an icon! there would be no Stephan West if there was no Kaffe.

[@mrsdefarge511]

Hi! Thank you! I do deserve a new cast on! lol- my youngest just had a birthday (12!) and I felt the same pressure to ensure a happy day while also parenting a 14year old! It *is* a lot! Thanks for finding the words I needed! 😂❤

[@AnotherKnittingPod]

Good for us! We’re making it through. It’s a very underappreciated job but its the most important one. Your babies are so lucky to have you.

[@danafurumori5467]

Natasha is excellent, she has great taste. Currently I’m knitting Kora cardigan, super nice

[@AnotherKnittingPod]

She’s so incredibly talented!

[@sc00badive]

LOL! You crack me up about that sweater! Hilarious! It looks perfect, I'm sure he's going to love wearing it. Love the baby blanket, all the gorgeous color. I'm taking a break from long projects, I've been knitting dishcloths & towels, that's really short term. But I'm been gifting them to friends and family. And I'm learning new stitches like the Linen Stitch & Basketweave & Mosaic. Your quilted squares are beautiful. You're using Rowan Felted Tweed & Kaffe Fassett has designed so many things using that yarn. Have you ever heard of Kaffe Fassett? He published a book in the 80's called Glorious Knits, and he's designed knitwear for Rowan for years. His use of color is glorious! I've never tried intarsia bit his sweaters really make me want to.

[@AnotherKnittingPod]

I love short projects too!! Which is new for me. I’m super into hats-its as close to instant gratification as you can get with knitting! Yes I need to dive into Kaffe Fassett a bit more! He seems like a precursor to Stephen West.

[@sc00badive]

It would be interesting to ask Stephen if Kaffe had an influence on him. I'm addicted to his colors. I have no desire to quilt, but his fabrics are GORGEOUS! His needlepoint chairs are masterpieces. Everything else looks plain beside it.@@AnotherKnittingPod

[@sandracroley9784]

I've been a quilter since I was 19...there is a quilting tradition to leave a mistake in your work, even on purpose, to show you are humble, and not striving for perfection (maybe originated with the Amish?). Quilters are very aware of Kaffe (kayf) Fassett, please Google images of his fabric lines...you would love them. My sister once asked me for a quilt to raffle to make money for entertainment in her nursing home (she was in advanced stages of MS). I did make one with Kaffe fabrics...and they thought it too beautiful to raffle, and asked me if they could use it as a "dignity quilt"...this is used to cover a resident who is being taken away in a body bag on a stretcher when they've died. I was honoured. Linda said she hoped it was still there when it was her turn...and it was used when she died last year 😔 I've never tried Rowan Felted Tweed, but I do have some for the Calypso sweater, and will use the colour-changing one for the yoke ❤

[@caqknits7829]

I'm a Boomer. My kids are Millennials. We were the older parents. Most of my kids' friends' parents are Gen X. My kids came up in the "Everybody gets a trophy" time, which my husband and I hated. We had to make a real effort so that our kids understood that life doesn't hand you trophies just because you participate. Sometimes you lose and that's ok. Losing also teaches valuable life lessons. Some of the things I hear about how some of their classmates have not adjusted well to adulthood is sad - I attribute it directly to that participation trophy attitude. We have to give our kids the skills to handle both the ups and downs that life will throw at them. I'm also a retired teacher (35 years). Contrary to current belief, we are human. Your son's interaction with his teacher was unfortunate. Hopefully, that isn't this teacher's attitude all the time. It is a rough situation for the moment, but your son learned a valuable lesson for that day when his boss is being a jerk. Thank you for giving his teacher the benefit of the doubt.

[@kathymacbeck]

Love the advice you shared. I have an eighth grader too and can totally relate to so much of what you talked about. Happy you gave yourself a cast on! I’ll have to do the same. 🤗 🧶

[@AnotherKnittingPod]

Hi Kathy! I’m glad it rung true to you. It’s a really interesting stage. I feel like there isn’t usually much compassion for the boys and I want us to do better at that! Go get that cast on!

[@Linda-r7n8n]

Fantastic podcast. Thank you for your philosophy.

[@AnotherKnittingPod]

Thank you 💜🩷❤️

[@alecsgirl]

Mr. Mustard is the new neutral! Also, Fruity Knitting also did an interview with Kaffe Fasset a few months ago. I think you’d really enjoy it 😊

[@AnotherKnittingPod]

Haha yes! I really agree. For my skin color, this mustard feels neutral! I’ll definitely check it out! Thanks for the rec!

[@marnieleemckay5751]

It would look fab on the sleeves

[@jennitaysom7581]

Little stories for young people podcast is a favorite at our house!! Love the pins- so adorable. I’m with you on the sleeve thing, I have 3 current projects that are at sleeves- so many sleeves, but I will persevere- and then I will choose a shawl for my next project. I have Steven Wests Aurora Cabin shawl in the queue, or a shawl made of Nutiden, tbd, or both 😂

[@AnotherKnittingPod]

Little Stories is the BEST! I look forward to Little Hedgehog stories so much 😍 Oooof! All those sleeves! I’ve put mine away for now…its haunting me from its project bag. The aurora cabin is GORGEOUS. One of my favorite.

[@sc00badive]

Hah! You just mentioned Kaffe. Unbelievable! It's pronounced Cayffe 1 syllable, long A. I'm knitting on my Half & Half Triangles Wrap, I'm still on the 1st triangle. I have 167 stitches to wrap before I move on to the 2nd color. What is your Ravelry handle? Mine is Djarr3tt. Checkout Kaffe's Jaunty Weave Cushion design, the colors are so fun but the price tag really puts the brakes on. 19 colors adds up to over $200 of Felted Tweed. I even cut back on the number of colors customizing it for home but it's still an investment. Your leftovers are perfect for the Jaunty Weave Cushion. Also when I look at the pattern the practicalities really slow me down. When you create a bobbin for each color hanging off your needle how much do you put on the bobbin so you don't waste that expensive yarn?

[@oliviataylor6563]

I feel your pain about the sleeves!! 😬 Reason why it's even hard for me to make long sleeves for myself let alone for a spouse or someone else. Reason why I've been knitting a lot of vests lately. The baby blanket turned out adorable. I'm sure your friend will absolutely love it. ❤

[@AnotherKnittingPod]

Thank you Olivia! And yes, vests are perfect! And much easier to wear all year long, whatever the temperature.

[@Julia-lz8vl]

You do deserve a new cast on, and it sounds like you handled things well. In fact I think you're doing great as a mom! So cast on whatever you like and treat yourself to a huge heavy mustard green shawl for the upcoming winter ❄️

[@AnotherKnittingPod]

Thank you Julia!! I feel like that too right now! With motherhood, we have to give ourselves validation. No raises around here 😉

[@karenbudnick]

My daughter's going through similar situations with My grandson. He"s 6"2: and 180lbs but still only 14❤

[@RM-ee9zk]

🙀🥰

[@AnotherKnittingPod]

Oh boy…that’s a big kid!!! My goodness! I hope he plays basketball!! LOL. I’m so protective of boys like this. The world would be better if we treated boys’ hearts with a bit more care.

[@karenbudnick]

@@AnotherKnittingPod He plays basketball but baseball is his 😍

[@karenbudnick]

@@AnotherKnittingPod And I couldn't agree more. They are not little men.

[@joannemoseley8994]

I bought and cast on Artus today! It is an incredible design. I’m using John Arbon Yarnadelic, but I think Rowan felted tweed would be a great choice too. She is hands down my favourite designer!

[@AnotherKnittingPod]

Yay Joanne!! I’m so jealous. So curious what colors you used!!

[@joannemoseley8994]

@@AnotherKnittingPod I have teals and rust and natural and magenta…so pretty. I’ll tag you when I post it on Instagram!

[@RM-ee9zk]

Hi Leena 👋 I'm responding to your podcast like you're live 😁 Anyway, I was just wondering- could you use one of your husband's favorite long sleeve sweaters as a guide for the sleeves? And since I always comment on your hair--- it's beautiful as usual! That hat tho, high end for sure. 💕

[@AnotherKnittingPod]

Aw, thank you so much! And yes, I need to go find a sweater that would be good. I’ve put the whole thing in timeout for now…I can’t stand the sight of it still!!

[@RM-ee9zk]

@@AnotherKnittingPod 😄 Gotcha

[@carolerath1129]

Lena I’m sorry to say I’m behind on my podcast watching. I want to bring to you some knowledge on Kaifeng Fassett. The best way to do that is telling you to watch the knitting podcast Fruity Knitting episodes 116 and 117. Andrea interviews him. He’s brilliant with colors. Thank you for another great episode.

[@AnotherKnittingPod]

Yes I will definitely watch! It’s on my to do list to enjoy!

[@knitswithdirt]

That stitch pattern is called "feather & fan" I think. I knit a scarf in that pattern.

[@AnotherKnittingPod]

So pretty! I do feel like I’ve seen it in other places too. It’s also simple to execute for a very impactful look.

[@vckhvckh]

You can drop down in color work and fix it. Your tension should be fine because it looks like you just need to swap where your stitches are.

[@AnotherKnittingPod]

I just left it! LOL! I’m lazy. Sometimes I find when I drop down to fix something like this, I end up with a bigger problem on my hands.

[@sallyidso182]

Just so you know some of us joke about how many arms each sweater has😁To help you visualize use a sweater that fits him. Lay it on the sleeve and make that sleeve not the pattern sleeve. Do the math … my sweater I made my husband is too long in the body. Every time he wears it I think I need to rip that back.😵‍💫🤪😳you need to look at Humlebi shawl. It has bees it has been in my que for too long

[@YogaYarnMom]

Just started watching so TIA for a great episode I’m sure 😉 wanted to ask you where you got your butterfly (?) necklace? Is it Kendra Scott? So pretty!! 💎 ❤

[@AnotherKnittingPod]

Thank you! The designer is Jacquie Aiche!

[@saraw8503]

Looked through Sari’s patterns on Ravelry, but did nit find the Kuutar hat. Where did you get pattern?

[@AnotherKnittingPod]

Hm, definitely on rav. It’s the Kuutar beret. See if this link works: www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/kuutar-beret

[@mariet7766]

Yes, I know what you mean, been there myself this week with my kid in university……we clashed on the washingmachine….….…😂…..i was so angry…..but it all came down that she was upset by the organization of the university and it will cost her time and money, because of the not responding on important mail she send to everybody, by the teachers and organization. So, but 2 days and the why and what is going on, we are good again. And you are right, it is difficult, but the world is difficult and they have to live in a difficult world. So better to cope. Did you know Moonstruck knits has a Kal on New Yearsday for her new shawl?. You are a shawlknitter, I am not, but I am going to participate anyway. Just met her in a workshop about shawl construction, she is a very nice person. And a great designer. ( got 4 projects of her designs on the needle and more to come.) Did not know about that fade in Rowan, looks pretty, glad you showed it. Beautiful Heirloom and beautiful hat👍🏻 See you next time🙋🏼‍♀

[@baccarha]

I love your kuutar beanie. But I could only find the kuutar beret as pattern. What mods did you make ?

[@AnotherKnittingPod]

Hi! I knit it just as written. I knit the brim a bit longer to give it a slouchier top. The only thing that will make it a proper beret is how you block it. I didn’t do anything for that shape so it just looks like a beanie!

[@baccarha]

​@@AnotherKnittingPodthank you for the clarification. Looks much better than a beret to me. ❤

[@Bespokeknitsbycinzia]

Hi Lena, I enjoy watching your pods so much! Quick question ….. I want to knit the same hat as you. I know the pattern but what yarn did u use and did u make any alterations? I’m obsessed!!!!! Thank you!!😊

[@AnotherKnittingPod]

Yay! I used a strand of La Bien Aimee in their merino singles, held together with some Shibui mohair. Both were in my stash. I knit the ribbing a lot longer because I wanted it to be slouchy and be able to pull down over my ears…other than that, I knit according to pattern. I didn’t block it out like a beret, either. Hope that helps!

[@Bespokeknitsbycinzia]

@@AnotherKnittingPod Thx so much Leena! I will do the same!!! You ROCK that hat💗

[@karenfeek1706]

No rip it back. You will never be happy

[@AnotherKnittingPod]

Yup, I will have to. Haven’t gotten the will to do it yet, but it’ll get done.