Crocheting My Dream Wardrobe for Fall

[@allthingsvalerie]

I’m slowly adding crochet and knit pieces to my wardrobe. I want pieces for all the seasons. I especially like to make cardigans. Tip for keeping my closet stocked with clothes I’ll actually wear….at the beginning of each season I turn the hangers the opposite way and then at the end of the season anything that I haven’t worn is pulled out and donated.

[@ShannonTalksYarn]

That’s such a great idea!! Thanks for sharing!

[@amrose250]

I hated having to pick out clothes for the day so I lived 3-4 years in my own personal uniform. Black t-shirt and jeans (I’m lucky that I can work in jeans). I wore that every day, only had a couple different outfits for special occasions. However, now I’m getting tired of the same look. So this is a great video for me. Thanks

[@ShannonTalksYarn]

I totally have a uniform!!! 😂😂😂 I love how easy it is. It wasn’t necessarily easy to figure out what I liked, but once I did, it’s been perfect for me!

[@bonneswartzfager4190]

Your wardrobe looks awesome. I had made a summer crocheted top, but then spent a long time finding the right tank top and capris to go with it. The outfit looks great, so it was worth the wait. I had purchased 6 different colors of the same style of sweater because it was on clearance sale. I wear them a lot in the fall and winter months. I know what you mean about clothes feeling like pajamas. Comfort has become more important to me as I age. When I was younger, I would put up with very uncomfortable clothes to look stylish. It's just dumb.

[@ShannonTalksYarn]

You sound EXACTLY like me lol! Comfort is my priority! But I didn’t do that when I was younger either! What were we thinking!?!? 🤷🏻‍♀️🤦🏻‍♀️😂 I also buy all the colors of something I love 😃

[@sweetmomentsbyjessie]

Great video, Shannon! ♥️ I’ve never really thought of making crochet pieces to match the clothes in my wardrobe. I’ll have to give that a try 😊

[@slowcrochet]

Great perspective as usual, my friend! Love how you embrace your favorite colors and styles! Planning our outfits and streamlining our crochet pieces really does help with "decision fatigue" - which, when it comes to getting dressed, is also emotional. We all want to make sure our clothing choices reflect the message we are trying to send when we step out the door. You are so relatable and encouraging! ❤🧡🤎

[@ShannonTalksYarn]

Hello Mary! Thank you for “getting me” 🥰

[@wildflower-spirit-creations]

I was a bank executive and clothing was outrageous. Then I watched the men. 3 suits per season changed up with shirts and ties. Eyeopener!!! I used my budget for scarves and other accessories. Now I would definitely make unique and striking scarves. I also learned that slouchy berets could keep you warm and not mess up your hair.

[@wildflower-spirit-creations]

The hat you are wearing shows your color scheme beautifully.

[@wildflower-spirit-creations]

Definitely use patterns you're familiar with and can modify if want to. So much easier.

[@wildflower-spirit-creations]

Great advice ❤

[@ShannonTalksYarn]

I gotta admit they do have it figured out when it comes to business wear!

[@ShannonTalksYarn]

Thank you! 😊

[@moonmiststudio]

Using a similar starting point with the colors of my summer "going out" basics, I realized that I needed a summer sweater to wear on cool mornings & evenings, as well as to stores and restaurants that are always too cold. I finished a hexagon cardi made from Caron Blossom Cakes (2) in Yacht Club at the end of June and I have already worn it a bunch. It's light and airy enough for summer but soft and warm enough to serve the purpose. Love this concept!

[@ShannonTalksYarn]

That’s so awesome! Thats exactly what I’m going for!

[@showandtellmeg]

Skirts and dresses - woo! Lol they are SO much more comfortable and I wear skirts literally everyday. As far as wardrobe, I dont coordinate my entire wardrobe, but I do plan outfits when I make things. I used to just make one-ofs but those don't get worn nearly as much as the things I deliberately sewed to mix and match. Im not a "capsule wardrobe" persin either, but I like having kind of mini capsules - a skirt that has a couple of shirts that match, a sweater that goes with a skirt and shirt or a dress or two. So I try to do this on a smaller scale within my wardrobe. And if all else fails - theres always jean skirts that go with most anything lol.

[@ShannonTalksYarn]

Right!?!?!? Sooo much more comfortable! I’d love to see some of your coordinates you’ve made!!!

[@kristencrochets]

Great video! All of those colors look awesome on you! You should do a try on video once you get it all done. Have a great weekend! ❤

[@AlasBabylon1]

Shannon, I don't always comment, but I love your videos. Your passion for yarn and crochet is so inspiring! 🧡

[@ShannonTalksYarn]

Don’t ever feel like you have to comment, sometimes it’s hard to have the energy, I totally get it! But I do love getting to know everyone! Thank you for watching and commenting! I appreciate your kindness and support ❤️

[@reneeriley6629]

Yes love this idea. I made a coconut cake in marshmallow bolero and love it!

[@ShannonTalksYarn]

That’s so awesome! I’d love to see a picture of it!!!

[@lisadrake6165]

A good place to donate hats-cancer treatment centers. When dad was going through treatment, the clinic had a basket of hats for patients. I donated several. He learned to loom Knit & made a bunch to leave there.

[@ShannonTalksYarn]

That’s a great idea!

[@frostandpollen]

I relate so much to the morning bafflement with my clothes! I ended up buying a few of the same long-sleeved tunic in a few patterns and a bunch of the same black tights so I can just grab those and go, and now that it’s summer I have no idea what to wear again 😅 Almost all my clothes are black and I’m drawn to really bright colourful yarn so I’m hoping as I start finishing wearables they’ll all work together 🤓

[@ShannonTalksYarn]

Yep, it’s real. I just can’t think in the morning lol! I do the same thing, but multiple lbs of what I like!!!

[@cocoscrochet6380]

Hi Shannon 🤗 I love your dresses & your colour choices…all your crocheted pieces are beautiful! I too have”simplified” my life…my wardrobe was pretty much the first place I started! Thank you sooo much for sharing! You’ve definitely given me some food for thought! 🥰🧶🤩

[@ShannonTalksYarn]

Hello Litsa! A simple wardrobe just makes like easier doesn’t it!?!?

[@LaurenAugstein]

Working on your bolero for my daughter while watching. Good video.

[@ShannonTalksYarn]

That’s so awesome!!!

[@moonbasket]

Great work! This is inspiring. I did something similar about 6 years ago, but my needs have changed and I need to do it again.

[@ShannonTalksYarn]

Thank you so much! I totally get that and I think 6 years is a totally reasonable time to revamp it! Thanks for watching and commenting 😃

[@Life_With_Lady]

You made so many good points in this video. Ive started thinking about what I own and what I can make to go with it all. Thank you!

[@ShannonTalksYarn]

Glad it was helpful!

[@joannunemaker6332]

I love some of your color pics. I enjoyed this video. 😊❤

[@ShannonTalksYarn]

Thank you so much!

[@barbiec4312]

I enjoyed this. Helpful.

[@ShannonTalksYarn]

Glad it was helpful!

[@katieduffy593]

Your work dresses are almost exactly like mine! So funny!

[@katieduffy593]

I wear dresses every day. I have about six that are wintry and about five that are summery, and that's work sorted for the year! I wear them till they've worn out and replace them with one similar so they go with existing cardis, tights and shoes!

[@ShannonTalksYarn]

I love that! I decided a while ago, I need to be comfortable at work!

[@nanapapaikenberry8476]

❤❤❤you are inspiring me!!!❤❤❤

[@ShannonTalksYarn]

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[@LyraStitchery]

I hate clothes shopping because I am petite. Ya know what petite is in clothing world. It means short. So nothing fits me correctly. And I had a kid so shopping in the boys or teenage girls section doesn't work either because I have curves. If I go to a specialty shop, if I can find one, I pay bougie dollars for something I kinda like. So I decided since I would spend a lot of money anyway I am just making my own clothes now. Sewing and crochet. Although I am not a fan of the crochet shorts. That might be age talking.

[@ShannonTalksYarn]

That’s so awesome! You are totally right, if you have to spend money, it should be in something totally customizable to you!! And fyi, I’m 100% with you about the shorts 😂

[@wifeoftim]

Most of my dresses are sewn from the same pattern and I hope to sew a jumper from a pattern I have two other jumpers from. I have a plastic bin ful of yarn but I don't know what to make. Its a good thing I missed the sale.😆

[@ShannonTalksYarn]

Sounds like you enjoy wearing your own “uniform “ too! Lol, sometimes it is best the we miss sales! 😂💯

[@marie-claudevigneault564]

Hi ! I'm New here . I'm Marie from Québec City Canada. Those colors are very Nice on you. I agree warm is very Nice. I would like the pattern of the asymetrical scarf you had ! You Said you had a video on IT and wanted to make another one. Can you point me to it? Thanks !

[@ShannonTalksYarn]

Hi Marie and welcome! I’m also a Marie….Shannon Marie! Thank you so much for your kind words, I really appreciate it! I totally wasn’t thinking….i should have linked the video 🤦🏻‍♀️ Here’s the video with all the information: This New Halloween Yarn is Magical! | Chroma All Hallows kzbin.info/www/bejne/kGqQmpeoZq6AjtU

[@barbiec4312]

I have a problem with being drawn to variegated or color changing cake yarns and then feel like the finished piece doesn’t reflect my style. So going to try some solid pieces this year.

[@ShannonTalksYarn]

I get that! I’ve totally been tricked like that before too!

[@3AM_Crocheter]

Love this video so much! You have totally inspired me to make some awesome wearables for fall. I love all the yarns and colors you shared. What yarn and pattern did you use for the retro cardi? It is gorgeous. I want to make one! 😁

[@ShannonTalksYarn]

It was from just vintage crochet. The only difference is that she used multiple yarns for the rounds and I used a striped yarn. Here’s a link: kzbin.info/www/bejne/m5_CfJ5nn79pjrcsi=yiZNZrhSx7cfsTW2

[@3AM_Crocheter]

@@ShannonTalksYarn Thank you so much! ❤

[@ShannonTalksYarn]

Anytime! 😃

[@mishellegarrett9243]

Where do you get your dresses?

[@ShannonTalksYarn]

Most of them come from a website called bloomchic. It’s for mid and plus size. I know it’s fast fashion but I think they’ve done a good job of curating better quality than some other online shops and I appreciate that they are made for my body shape. I’ve seen scams on instagram that seem like they are their sales but I recommend going directly to their sight if you’re interested!

[@mishellegarrett9243]

@@ShannonTalksYarn I am interested. thank you much

[@denisehoffmann5006]

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