Beth MacDonald Stone - Episode 17, Trunk Island Tank, Agave Tee and other new designs

Where you can find me: Instagram - BethMacDonaldStone Ravelry - BethMacDonaldStone Email - [e-mail]
WHAT I’M WEARING & PATTERN HIGHLIGHT:
Trunk Island Tank (my design) - Purl Soho Cattail Silk color Flower Field Charcoal
What has been finished
Agave (by Yumiko Alexander) - Using Sandnes Garn Line color 2331 Lys Beige
What I’m Working On
1.) Sargasso Boxy Raglan (my own design) - Using the Lamb & Kid TRIO colors Avocado, Miel, Plaid is my favorite color, Pop Rocks
2.) Colorwork Vest (my own design) - v.2 Using the Lamb & Kid Percy colors Loam, Chalet Chic & Francie.
3.) Vanilla Socks - mystery yarn, maybe Biscotti?
Music
Sun Love by Shinto on Artlist.io

[@astridmemelink5520]

What a lovely podcast you just hosted Beth! Thank you!

[@kellymathern1331]

Your Agave is wonderful, added it to my favorites!

[@maryannpenner9286]

The Trunk Island tank is a great piece!! Looking through my stash! Your Agave is gorgeous!! Thanks for another inspirational segment!! 🧶😍

[@bethmacdonaldstone]

Thanks so much!

[@edytheneumann4656]

Summer isn't my favorite season but I do so enjoy my flower planters on the deck and walking in soft warm air, and of course biking, as I did this week in Victoria, B.C. Canada, alongside the ocean with a friend. Come to think of it, summer is pretty good! My summer knit this year was a Ranunculus in Berrocco Vintage which I love and am now making Caitlyn Hunter's latest long-sleeve striped sweater in plant fibres (sorry forget the name!). Beth, I loved seeing your new knits and patterns - so inspiring - thank you so much!!

[@bethmacdonaldstone]

Thank you & enjoy your summer! Hope there's lots of biking and deck time for you!!!

[@ryankurth8080]

I LOVE your Agave! I've always loved that design, but didn't think it was for me. Your version changed my mind. It's on my list now!

[@bethmacdonaldstone]

Hope you enjoy it! Its such a fun and quick knit too. Go for it!

[@Judithgoulding9999]

Hey Beth! Enjoyed the quickie, lol! Your Trunk Island Tank looks so wonderful... pondering a purchase, and seeing that I have lots of yarn options in stash. Also that Agave really does look so pretty and very versatile for wearing - i like your sleeveless version - that might have to go in my purchases as well! Enjoy your air conditioning - your views are so pretty... that Royal Poinciana is such a treat for the eyes. 😍 Have fun planning your upcoming journeys. Cheers, Judith 💜💚

[@bethmacdonaldstone]

Thanks Judith! Glad to be of some inspiration! So many amazing designs to knit out there...

[@ruthannbull6515]

I love the Agave sweater. Very elegant. Love your podcast. Have a great week!

[@bethmacdonaldstone]

Thank you! You too!

[@pamroebuck4764]

Love the colouwork vest Beth. Look forward to making that 😊

[@bethmacdonaldstone]

Thanks so much 😊

[@kimcummings624]

That tank looks so pretty on you! Thank you for the discount - I'm going to buy it right now. All of your knitting is beautiful. Love your podcast, thanks for sharing!

[@bethmacdonaldstone]

You are so welcome! Thanks for watching!

[@sabinebauerle7655]

Thanks for another highly entertaining episode, I especially love the part where you show us the beautiful island you’re living on..

[@bethmacdonaldstone]

Thank you! Bermuda really is a special place... ❤

[@lindaturner2980]

Short but very sweet! Thank you, Beth.

[@bethmacdonaldstone]

You're so welcome! Thanks for watching!

[@annegraheck5713]

Stumbled upon hot channel and so glad I did. ❤ your version of agave.

[@bethmacdonaldstone]

Thank you so much! Glad you found the channel!

[@holliegiampietro7030]

❤❤❤TU for a very wonderful video

[@bethmacdonaldstone]

I'm glad you enjoyed it!

[@AnneWiley-vp5rj]

I’ve never heard of a poinciana tree-lovely!

[@bethmacdonaldstone]

They are gorgeous!!!

[@susansatchwell8482]

Nice projects!Antigone is very light working on us 1 For rose root pattern, lovely but painful"…and slow, better to wash first.. lovely pictures thanks

[@bethmacdonaldstone]

Thanks for the tips!

[@PamKnitsToo]

You are such a warm and creative human being - it’s such a pleasure to watch you. I’m continually amazed at your style, your creative ability and your excellent knitting. The photos of the island are beautiful - it’s like living in paradise. Thank you for your time. ❤

[@bethmacdonaldstone]

Thank you so much for watching and your lovely comment!

[@julzlarrabee]

I am smitten with Sargasso already! Love the thought of a summer version, maybe in Coast? Putting a placeholder in my queue for this one and the Colorwork Vest!! 😍 Thank you again for the lovely stroll. Are the Royal Poinciana fragrant? The hibiscus sure caught my eye too. It’s my favorite along with orchids. Looking forward to the next chat in a couple of weeks. 🥰

[@bethmacdonaldstone]

That's a great idea! Maybe even Line so you wouldn't have to hold double to get gauge? The Poinciana's aren't fragrant. I think technically their flowers are in fact their leaves, but what gorgeous leaves they are!!!!

[@kymdelmar9304]

Your agave is exquisite. I want to knit it just like you did.

[@bethmacdonaldstone]

Do! Its such a fun and quick knit! Enjoy!

[@gracec.4399]

As always, gorgeous patterns/knits to feast my eyes on. Your Trunk Island Tank is so stinking' cute and looks fab on you. The Agave top is also beautiful. Snippets of life on Bermuda always warm my heart! Thank you!

[@bethmacdonaldstone]

Thank you so much for watching!

[@sharonkennedy8612]

Great video. Your top you are wearing is pretty and looks great on you.

[@bethmacdonaldstone]

Thank you so much!

[@janetjroberson2581]

Hello from Swansea, Illinois.

[@bethmacdonaldstone]

Hello!!!

[@joyceh.366]

Another great podcast, thank you for sharing all your knits and life journey. Love, love the island tank. Happy knitting.

[@bethmacdonaldstone]

Thank you so much!

[@Meredith36]

What a wonderful episode! Always love, love, love your knits. Happy knitting 💚🧶💚

[@bethmacdonaldstone]

Thank you! ❤

[@teresasleeper2458]

Thank you Beth for a great podcast. You have such a pleasant voice. 😊 I love your tank top too. I was at my lys and almost bought some more line. I love it so much but decided to finish some wips 1st. 👍🏻 The scenery of Bermuda is lovely!!!

[@bethmacdonaldstone]

Thank you so much for watching!!!

[@everystitchaprayer6268]

Quickies are great too! Thank you!

[@bethmacdonaldstone]

Yes they are! Thank you!!! 😉❤

[@thekindles1183]

Everything is beautiful! Love it all! - Kimberly

[@bethmacdonaldstone]

Thank you for watching!

[@lindacornelius3451]

Beth, I always love your podcast and want to knit all your tops. I am a newer knitter. I have knit a Tank and right now knitting a pair of socks. Of all your tops what one should I start with as a new knitter and what yarn because that makes a difference in how it looks good. Thank you Beth

[@bethmacdonaldstone]

Any of the Bermy Basics are a good start. I'd look on the project pages for that design and pick a yarn that you think looks great. I particularly like the Drops Wish for the 12 st gauge but that's a heavy sweater and may not be for everyone. I also like a hand dyed merino held with a mohair for the 22 st gauge version too. Take a look online and go for one that appeals, its all there for you!

[@shamszakhour6076]

I really really really liked this episode! Your Agave top is beautiful!

[@bethmacdonaldstone]

Thank you so much!

[@reneemurphy4858]

I was so happy to see you wearing your Trunk Island Tank because I am casting it on as I watch! I think it's adorable and can't wait to wear it. I have a question I'm hoping you can answer and that it's not dumb. :) When you are working the 4 quadrants, do you put 3 of them on hold with waste yarn or can you leave them all on your cable and just work them one at a time?

[@bethmacdonaldstone]

I've done both - so whatever is easiest for you. Thanks so much & happy knitting!!!

[@Yarnloveturtle]

Hi Beth - Love my Trunk Island Tank!

[@bethmacdonaldstone]

And it looks so good on you too!!! Thanks Lorien!

[@MikiCrespo]

Your Agave is absolutely beautiful 🤍

[@bethmacdonaldstone]

❤❤❤

[@elainekidd5442]

Love your Trunk Island Top… will check it out on Ravelry. Nice 😊 episode. 👋

[@bethmacdonaldstone]

Yay, thank you! ❤

[@MaryHarker-zc4fm]

I love your knits. Agave is on my list. 🌸

[@bethmacdonaldstone]

Yay!!! It's so much fun to knit and wear!!!

[@MaryHarker-zc4fm]

I will watch for Sargasso!

[@cevans]

Love the Agave pattern. It's been in my queue, for a bit. Do you think Antigone linen would work? Or too stiff? I just did a Deschaine with Line, which I adore, so I know that's fabulous for summer tops.

[@bethmacdonaldstone]

Antigone might be a bit too thin. The gauge is large and pushed Line to its max in my opinion. maybe gauge swatch? Good luck!

[@barbmaitland6964]

I love your Agave top. How many skeins of yarn did you use for your sleeveless version?

[@bethmacdonaldstone]

Thank you! I used just shy of 4 skeins of Sandnes Garn Line. It’s a fabulous pattern.

[@barbmaitland6964]

@@bethmacdonaldstone I appreciate your response. Purchasing the pattern now. Thanks

[@lisabolliger5855]

I just love the Agave top! I went and bought the pattern. Do you think it could be knit in a dk yarn instead of the called for worsted?

[@bethmacdonaldstone]

Best thing to do is to knit a gauge swatch. Its a pretty open gauge which is lovely but you have to be sure you like the fabric. Good luck & happy swatching!

[@lisabolliger5855]

@@bethmacdonaldstone thank you