Creabea Knitting Podcast - Episode 26: The chattiest episode yet

Hi, I'm Rebecca (She/Her) and welcome back for Episode 26 of the Creabea Knitting podcast, a place where I talk about all things knitting. I've included information on what I've talked about below, but if you'd like any more details then feel free to drop me a message.
Where can you find me?
Instagram: / the.creabea
Ravelry: www.ravelry.co...
Raverly Group: www.ravelry.co...
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⭐ Cargill is live!! ⭐
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- SHOW NOTES-
If I've forgotten anything or you'd like more information, feel free to send me a message or leave a comment.
Projects
🧶 Finished Objects
-- Daily Pullover, Purl Soho
Kinross 4ply
- Cargill Cowl
Filcolana arwetta, drops kidsilk
🧶 Works In Progress
- Stockholm sweater
Mondim, Filcolana Tilia
- Semper Sweater
Drops Flora, Drops kidilk
- Dornie Sweater
Filcolana PHW, Tynn silk mohair
- Other -
Giveaway - Willow Bay Bags
Monica Scarf
Beautiful Knitters yarn shop
Stranded Dyeworks

[@gilainevanwezel6278]

I knit for over 55 years, always have had a very busy life ; a full time job of my own plus admin support to my husbands enterprise and having a family to take care of. My knitting time was sometimes limited but I kept on knitting through all these years ! Now I have more time available to commit myself to be able to meet deadlines for test knits. This is a new experience which I enjoy so very much. Every pattern I have testknitted makes me so happy and fulfilled. I have so much respect for all you designers. The energy you put in your patterns does not stop with the finished pattern. It keeps on boosting the testknitters and everybody else involved the creation process. Believe me. 🙃😆

[@merebearmade5255]

Hi Rebecca, I’m currently a nursing student, so my free time is quite limited these days.. literally nothing makes me happier than having a spare hour to catch up on some of my favorite knitting podcasts while getting to also put a little effort towards my own projects. :) Happy knitting everyone!

[@RebeccaAnneKnits]

I'm a midwifery student so I totally understand! those little moments of kitting joy in amongst the essays and exams keep me going!

[@emilydfdjkbe]

I've moved across the world and so am loving being on the same seasons as the Northern hemisphere. It's been really nice to feel a sense of community with the online crafting space and our excitement for autumn at a time when I'm feeling a bit out of sync from my old in person community 💖

[@maureeng1423]

I just learned I will be a first-time grandmother next year, and that makes me very happy! I’m already lining up knitting projects for the baby. Thanks for another lovely episode.

[@duj44]

I am LOVING (!!!) your podcasts/videos Rebecca! So authentic and they bring me so much joy and great company whilst I’m knitting! Congrats on the one year anniversary of The Creabea 😍

[@emilyjohnston8065]

My new baby twins, toddler and husband are making me happy right now! I’m feeling I have so much to be grateful for, having healthy new babies and a toddler that is an amazing new big sib! And knitting podcasts are helping me stay connected with making even when I don’t have much time for actually making. Thanks for your lovely podcast!

[@madelineomeara7387]

I’m enjoying two things this fall: first is the return of sweater weather, the second is preserving the harvest from my garden. We made 18 gallons of apple cider and have canned tomatoes and green chili tomatillo salsa so far. So rewarding to feed yourself from a garden. Your projects are so amazing and you are a breath of fresh air. I can’t wait to knit your designs. Congratulations on your very successful pattern release ❤🧶😊

[@NessieFromTheLoch]

I'm taking a few online classes right now and so I spend a lot of time at home. What's been making me really happy lately is that, because it's getting colder, my cats have been curling up in my lap under my blanket as I study and/or knit on the sofa. Love from an animal is such a joy-giver!!!

[@raquelsilva7470]

I love when it starts to get colder because it means my cat starts to cuddle on my lap 🥺 She's so cute making her biscuits

[@knittingbeanie5343]

The autumnal colours outside, and finally some rain. I have two wonderful test knit on my needles, and I love to work on them. Podcasters like yourself makes the evening even better, and I always want to try it my self 🧶

[@carolbergson1570]

Hi Rebecca. We live half time in a small town in Italy where there are few people who still knit, and no yarn to purchase for about 13km or as close as my computer. Buying yarn on line is like reading ebooks instead of actually holding a book! Yesterday, at a gathering about 120km away, two women who knit were present. What a treat to share projects with them! That made me so happy, especially since the gathering was at one of their homes, and her FOs were right there. Oh yes, one advantge of having two homes is having TWO stashes, both very different from one another.

[@sandrajmorriss]

I’m loving the cool, crisp mornings and evenings. It’s making me want to knit all the woolly wool sweaters and drink all the cider. I live in Washington State in the US and the fresh pressed apple cider from my local farmers market is a dream. Congratulations on your new camera!

[@irisrosmalen3943]

You know what I just love? Knitting, knitting and knitting. It’s finally sweater weather in the Netherlands! Thanks for giving us a chance to win the giveaway!

[@karenm8056]

Loving this time of year in Scotland, everything about it makes me happy, the colours, Halloween, tattie holiday's, bonfire night, cozy dark nights knitting. It's just the best 😊🍂🍁

[@lorraineburkholder7684]

Hello! What makes me happy right now is the crisp fall air and gorgeous red, yellow, & orange leaves in their prime right now in rural mid-state NY. Thank you for a fun giveaway, love the new camera, & Happy Birthday!

[@katherinebyrne6107]

Knitting while under a blanket and not overheating is bringing me joy! Love nature walks with my young boys and husband this time of year, just need the weather to dry up a bit to get that long awaited crunchy leaves sound 🍁🍂

[@jennifermckenzie2968]

Hi Rebecca. What's making me happy right now is that my little family (consisting of my husband, my cats, dogs and myself) are fine and insurance should cover the massive damage that happened after my lower level flooded. Lovely to watch you as always.

[@beckyconybeare6223]

We moved into a new flat over the summer and I've been enjoying watching the tree outside slowly change colour while I knit on the sofa - very zen!

[@Gooseandghostknits]

After a looong mental health slump I’ve got a lot to be happy about right now! I just got engaged and that alone has made me so happy. But wedding planning has been so fun, I’m finishing up my first garment design, I finally have a source of income, Autumn treats & hockey are back. I’m in a very cheerful season of life right now

[@jennaleigh1534]

Rebecca you are the one podcast that I get SO excited about and I save your episodes for the evening when I'm sitting in my favourite chair with tea and knitting (rather than just listening while cooking or folding laundry etc). I'm so happy about the cooler weather right now and pretty fall colours. I'm doing the last few rows of ribbing on the body of my sweater no 9 by my favourite things and I'm so excited I'll have it ready for this fall/winter. Also finishing up a stockinette scarf in the round which I work on during work meetings or social events. I just got back from my honeymoon trip, a highlight was going to Espace Tricot in Montreal and I'm determined to finish my current projects and then cast on with all the yarn I picked up there!

[@heatheranderson5668]

I am especially enjoying the weather and the autumnal colors just now. We went for a late-afternoon walk on a bog boardwalk the other day, and it was GLORIOUS!!!

[@carolhudak3173]

Hi Rebecca! I am a knitter that lives in Ohio in the US. I am currently visiting my daughter in Denver Colorado. She and her husband are expecting their first baby this week. That is what is making me happy this Fall! Knitwise, knitting baby things is bringing me joy! My Ravelry name is grindstonefiber and that is where I post all my knit projects.

[@aprilclaasen2925]

Sitting watching and swatching my Cargill! I'm in NZ, so I'm loving coming out of the cold and rainy months and finally seeing some sunshine! ♥

[@patsyvs5463]

My husband and I just finished our bean and corn harvest. Such a good feeling to have the crops in before the snow flies! I have been enjoying watching your design journey!

[@beverlythompson3246]

Congratulations on one year of podcasts! I think I have watched every episode and it is amazing how your skills and confidence in knitting has progressed! I look forward to future podcasts.

[@riittatammi1149]

Making me happy: sweater weather and all the exciting forthcoming knitting projects!

[@rens.happy.place.]

My favorite part of fall is snuggling up in a blanket, watching the leaves change color, sipping on hot cider, and knitting a cozy project (not necessarily all at once haha) 😊

[@kaymack5304]

I am sitting in the sun in my backyard right now revelling in the last few beautiful days before the cold weather takes over, watching your podcast while I knit. That’s what is making me happy right now.😊

[@debrahookham1620]

What is making me happy--seeing all the beautiful fall colors, and the cool temperatures.

[@krisknitsfits]

Can't wait for that new sweater pattern to be released! It looks incredible. So much to love about fall, and I mostly love the coziness setting in and the pace of life slowing down.

[@dianabloom3937]

What’s making me super happy right now is cold cozy mornings at home with my toddler. Lots of knitting and comfort foods as we await our second child in November!

[@leaheizenberg7945]

My fibre arts journey really began with crochet and I really struggled with garments as a plus sized person in a hot climate country. I picked up knitting again properly after 14 years of not touching a set of needles and finally cast on a garment thanks to watching your podcasts and inspired by your beautiful makes. I cast on a No Frills Sweater a few weeks ago and it has brought me so much joy seeing it come together and its fitting absolutely perfectly!🥺🥰😊

[@annecrawford5431]

What’s been making me happy lately is my trip to Scotland I just returned from. Loved all of it and made it to Kathy’s Knits and Ginger Twist after your tours. Congrats on your Cargill success. Your new design looks amazing, too !

[@valeriajames6391]

I love the fall- it's my favourite season! I love the trees coloured in their autumnal costumes of red, gold, yellow and orange. I also love being able to wear my sweaters and go for walks in the leaves with a crispness in the air.

[@annwarner8897]

Your podcasts make me happy, I've not seen anyone as passionate about yarns and knitting as you are. When I see you've released another one I get so excited, so thankyou for being you x

[@amandafox5898]

I’m knitting for my first grand - baby - this is definitely making me happy 🥰

[@uniquelyglittered3007]

My recent return to knitting after about 6 months is making me extremely happy 😊 I have completed a cardigan, two pullovers and two shawls in the last 6 weeks. Discovering several new knitting podcasts, including yours, has been bringing me several hours of enjoyment as well! Happy Birthday and congratulations on your successful launch of your pullover pattern! It has been added to my que!

[@sugarfolkhomemade]

I'm here after a few lovely people in my comments recommended your podcast. So glad they did! Love it! Looking forward to going back and catching up on your previous episodes!

[@jenniferslaydon98]

I am enjoying the beautiful fall colors, the cooler weather and the bright blue skies.

[@beezwiz123]

Hi! What is making me happy is sweater weather, changing leaves, and chili! Also, sitting and watching knitting podcasts and working on projects. Thanks for your great content. I can’t wait for the Kerr sweater!

[@knitwithlovergaard]

I love the colours of autumn. So all the leaves changing is really making me happy 😊

[@Marvelie]

I love your new design! Also, I know what you mean by being overwhelmed by the amount of wips and I admire you for frogging some and thinking about if the project still brings you joy. I definitely need to do that too. Something that makes me really happy are the beautiful colours we can see right now. Austria has a lot of forests and mountains and walking outside in nature is just so beautiful with all the different greens, yellows, reds, etc.😊

[@felicitystonor7813]

I love your colour choices and combinations as always!! Congrats on the success of the Cargill !! ❤

[@Serene_Li]

I cannot wait to knit your Dornie sweater in a bright Kelly green! It's bring me joy just seeing you working it up.

[@steinunnsvansdottir1653]

Hi Rebecca! I am loving all the new knitwear right now. Love the fall and the colours that come with it, love lighting the candles each night and to cuddle up in my sofa with my knitting :)

[@benedicteusa]

The fall colors are making me very happy especially on a crisp sunny day! If it’s warm enough to knit outside even better!

[@sanneversnel4150]

I love to live in a country where we have seasons and especially autumn, my favorite! The leaves, the colors, the weather, the blankets on the couch .. I love it! Have a good time in Amsterdam! Greetings from Holland 🙋🏼‍♀️

[@sadieoswald9308]

Loving the coziness of changing seasons! I live in Alaska and it snowed the other day, so skiing is coming 😄 And of course winter means lots of time for knitting! Congrats on one year of podcasting, I started knitting about and year ago and your knitting (and now designing) has been such an inspiration to me. So thank you Rebecca!

[@iskranicetic202]

Love it when my apartment is clean, I have a fresh cup of coffee, candle lit and I just get to sit and knit for a couple of hours.

[@tambraarchibald6217]

Hi Rebecca! It’s Tammi from the Wool and Wine podcast. I’m test knitting a gorgeous cabled sweater for Thea Colman, Baby Cocktails, as well as several other beautiful sweaters! This is definitely sweater weather and I’m loving it.

[@lindaelder2898]

Whats making me happy now is the Stephen West MKAL. It's the first year I've participated. Also enjoying the sweater weather here in Washingtion State USA. Thank you for your podcasts. I find them very enjoyable. Your energy is contagious!

[@jeynellebaird4151]

We just went on a motor home adventure, following a good and wine trail around the South Burnett region of Queensland. It was my first holiday since our puppies were born las year. And it’s springtime, so much to be thankful for 😊

[@AnonaCG]

What's making me really happy right now is 1) that I will be seeing my family twice within the next month even though they live quite far away, and 2) that my work is finally progressing! And of course *sweater weather* :)

[@birdbreathknits]

love catching up with you! honestly my nights to just watch a podcast and work on some knitting brings me so much joy. I have quite a bit going on in life (work, full time mom, school, pregnant with second kiddo, etc) so its really the little things for me. Also, the changing of the weather and going for walks with my baby girl bring me such peace and is so refreshing to not work a sweat while going for a walk with her. The leaves changing and the wonder in her eyes at the leaves falling is everything. Bring on all the hot chili as well :)

[@cathyleonard7845]

Just got back 2 day knitting getaway with friends. This made me soo happy, there’s nothing like ladies with like minds, some wine and lovely knitting

[@susanmaguire3792]

Your podcasts are a joy. You have such energy and passion about knitting. I'm wishing you the best of luck in your new job. See you soon!

[@rebecca-72]

Congratulations on your beautiful pattern, soon to be plural!! And on your year anniversary. I think I’ve watched from nearly the beginning and always look forward to sitting in with you. You have such enthusiasm and I really like your eye for color! I’m SO pleased to hear the Cargill will soon be available as a cowl. The pattern is GORGEOUS, but as a person with too little time to knit, I was afraid it would take me too long to complete. I look forward to the cowl for trying the lovely stitch pattern! And then the cabled sweater 😮. Even lovelier. It’s so classic, but cool. I’m in love with that. I’ve just cast on a sweater with a sleeve cable (Koyamae)… maybe by the time your pattern is ready, I’ll be ready for an all-over cable project!❤ Both of your pairs of glasses suit you adorably. And the quality of your new camera is terrific, I can understand your excitement and how wonderful you were able to fund it with your pattern sales! Good for you!

[@kathrynd7746]

I just finished a pair of socks while visiting the south of France. I love knitting while looking over the sea and hearing the waves. I have projects awaiting me at home in Canada and like you, I love top down raglans so I’ll be knitting one of them for sure. Congratulations on your one year anniversary.

[@caffeineandwhimsy]

The fall weather is making me happy. It's a particularly blustery day today with splotches of rain here and there. I am enjoying some coffee and knitting. ☕🍂

[@sherithurber7847]

What a lovely bag. Who wouldn’t want one of those! I am enjoying my knitting.

[@beverleyglynn5611]

Another lovely podcast. Love love your latest design. Can't wait for that one to come out. So happy you have such brilliant ideas. Thanks Bev x

[@tianaaxo]

Happy first birthday! My favourite this to do during this season is knitting, watching spooky cheesey movies, and now that I have my son, go on fall walks with my baby ❤️

[@wellwoman4685]

I’m loving wearing all my gorgeous sweaters. Yeah for sweater weather. Love your podcast

[@sarahwilliams6488]

As always an enjoyable episode, hearing about your projects and plans. I love this part of autumn when its crisp and a little colder (but not too cold), the sun is shining and the leaves are turning beautiful shades of red, orange and gold. Autumn walks through the woods in the sunshine make me very happy!

[@marilynschwass570]

Watching knitting podcasts makes me happy - so inspirational. Loving yours Rebecca and your new designs. Keep going.

[@TheJanetBlond]

It makes me happy to sit and knit in the warm cozy home while there is a stormy and cold weather raging outside. And it makes me happy to walk in the woods and enjoy the last rays of the sun. Autum is a win win no matter what 😊

[@cathyparmigiani1596]

Love visiting my mum after not seeing her for 6 months. Bonus lots of uninterrupted knitting time. Also love your matching Cargill cowl.

[@andreadevries97]

Another lovely episode! We are doing our best to enjoy fall by visiting every new-to-us park we can while we have peak fall color, and enjoying layering on handknits.

[@jenniven]

I'm so excited for Dornie! 😍Fall is my favourite time of year and I'm loving the crunchy leaves, candle lit evenings and the start of proper cold water swimming season 🍂

[@kirstydonnelly1534]

Hi. Great episode as always. I’m so glad to hear that the Cargill release went so well. The thing that is making me happy right now is knitting a chunky cable hat with added sequins for my mum.

[@elialies6693]

Hi Rebecca! Im an experienced crocheter but a new knitter and I just bought all the yarn for my Christmas gifts, and I am so excited to try and knit new things like socks! ❤

[@elizabethhanlon9728]

Congrats on your anniversary! I'm loving all the amazing new patterns that are coming out at the moment - they're giving me so much inspiration for gift knitting season (including for myself!). It feels like a time for gathering lots of patterns and new yarn around me ready to settle in for a season of knitting 😍

[@sumijayne]

Happy Birthday! One year and a very impressive year it has been 👏- what’s making me happy right now is catching up on knitting podcasts!

[@janekelly9940]

I’m really enjoying knitting Christmas hats for my nieces and nephews, going through my stash and putting together colour combinations is bringing me joy ❤

[@maureencapotosto9257]

All the new sweater patterns are so exciting. Choosing what to knit is fascinating. It’s a lovely time of the year. I enjoy hearing about your knitting and designing.

[@debbieoglesby1431]

Hi Rebecca: I really enjoy your podcast. I am at Rhinebeck this weekend which is awesome. Friday I went to Wool & Folk, a side event to Rhinebeck, which was great. This event had a podcaster patio and I saw the Grocery Girls from Edmonton in Canada. Sitting with them was Gaye, GG Made It, and Adella, Lolabean Yarn Co. Saturday, I met Andrea Mowry, and Natalie who is the Knitty knatty podcaster out of New York. I took a couple of classes on Thursday and Friday. It was just an awesome week of all things fiber and knitting. It was great to people watch and see all the knitted sweaters. Of course, there were many people who knitted Andrea’s Rhinebeck sweater, Alpenglow 1. I am hoping some day to visit other fiber festivals around Europe. I am looking forward to your release of the Kerr pattern. Take care, Debbie.

[@amiejgould4737]

I live in Canada and all the leaves are changing colours and it’s so beautiful! Every year I seem to forget who bright the colours get. I love the changing weather and staying cozy!

[@tammybanker5605]

What makes me happy is seeing podcasters like you get started, develops new material and just have fun doing what we enjoy.

[@dianac945]

With my children at school, I'm loving having all the time to knit, watching what I want to watch and just having some me time. 😍

[@oceaneportal267]

Happy podcast-anniversary! So happy for sweater weather to be back and knitting my way through several projects at the moment 🍂

[@lauriejarboe6087]

I'm relieved, grateful, thrilled and freed after finishing the three color c/w yoke of a sweater. Stockinette days ahead!!

[@rae8013]

The weather has been so nice! I've also really been enjoying doing some baking recently! Knitting on my Easy V as my first sweater and loving how it's coming along!

[@craftyb83]

I'm loving knitting on my Semper Sweater. First time knitting mohair held with 4 ply. And first time doing GSR. It's bringing me so much joy. Love love love your podcasts 👌

[@judithhirschhorn7249]

Just got back from Rhinebeck, and I am surrounded by beautiful, new yarn which is making me very happy!

[@RebeccaAnneKnits]

I live in New Zealand, so it is Spring time, what is making me happy is seeing the sun after a very WET winter, starting on my Christmas gift knits, and knitting on my Cargill Sweater! I honestly thought the all over stitch pattern would drive me crazy, but I'm LOVING it. Ive separated for sleeves and just dont want to put it down

[@joanh9568]

Hi Rebecca! I live in Minnesota where it is already below freezing at night so I am loving knitting with the fire place on. It makes for the coziest evenings. :)

[@PeaceLoveHarmoknit]

My free time I really enjoy hiking in the beautiful weather and colors. Love your podcast, bought your pattern and can’t wait to make it! Blessings to you!

[@janebrock9058]

Knitting grandbaby knits is making me very happy, and enjoying wonderful podcasts while working on them!

[@fauvedomitille1072]

My knitting mojo is back !!! I a curently knitting the semper sweater, thanks to you who recommended me this pattern a few weeks ago on Instagram. It was such a pleasure to spend my sunday morning watching your poadcast while knitting. I now hope the temperatures are going to go down to be able to wear my sweater !

[@maikes.8649]

That bag is beautiful. 😊 I just received some new yarn from the Drops sale which makes me really happy. It's always so exciting to open a parcel and discover the actual colours of a yarn you've only seen online before. 🤗

[@knitwithjo]

aha, I love the chatty episodes! That green yarn is beautiful and I can't wait to see the finished sweater. I'm excited for all of the cozy autumnal vibes that come with this season - knitwear, candles, blankets, and more... but we're moving in two weeks, so I'm even more excited to move and unpack all of my cozy sweaters so I can wear them and finally get all of my yarn out of storage!

[@Joanna1898]

Currently what's making me happy is your new cable sweater design! I love it. I think it's the perfect cable knit design. I even might have yarn in stash so I am ready when you are :)

[@hazelmclean7478]

Enjoyed the Podcast. I can share your excitement over the ChiaoGoo Shorties, I also purchased them recently and love them for sleeves. Your Kerr Sweater in the Grey & Natural yarn is going to look amazing. Happy Knitting 😀

[@simovj]

Happiness to me is an autumn rainy day, sat on the sofa under a blanket, candles on, knitting in hand, hot cup of tea, watching knitting podcasts ❤

[@darlenetaylor278]

Painting with watercolour is making me happy right now. Love your podcast!!

[@juliettec8430]

Me too!!!

[@leannastoufer6333]

It has been a very difficult week, but working on my color-work yoke sweater, and my Hiraeth shawl are bringing me a lot of comfort. Thank you for this chatty episode.

[@elianaalfonso7703]

Your comment about men obsessively researching any purchase made me laugh out loud. It is so true! What’s bring me joy is my new Zweig sweater. I love it so much. Highly recommend the pattern. Thanks for another great episode. Your new camera does make a quality difference. Really clear picture.

[@elinvarnstrom2456]

This fall my knitting really brings me joy. And the fact that there are so many pretty colors outside. :)

[@bobettemccann8497]

What's making me happy right now is knitting new sweaters for the winter. 🧶🧶🧶🧶

[@susanlagassa9535]

Congratulations on your success with Cargill, it’s well-deserved! This was such a timely episode because I’m swatching for Lento and you are the best swatching buddy! Love the chatter, and your new set-up. I vote for buying a larger memory card because you are such a natural, why limit the joy? Happy knitting!