Episode 10 - In search of the perfect hat

[@sandydunn3913]

I am so happy to find your podcast. I am really enjoying it. I will go back and watch from the beginning.

[@mariajoaocanavarro48]

Hello! I'm from Portugal, and it was interesting to see a lovely Portuguese yarn in your episode! That yarn is from Rosa Pomar, and she has a store in Lisbon and the name of the store is ' ervilha cor de rosa' . Thanks for the episodes, stay well

[@esthersprinkle5797]

Your tree is so pretty. I love things like that. In fact, everything I can see is lovely.

[@mayolson2]

Oh my gosh I love all the hats......you really knit everything beautifully. It is a pleasure to see your F.O's

[@littlebigknits]

May Stewart Olson thank you so much!!

[@carolyn_r]

Along with loving all of the woolly things....I love your Christmas tree!!!

[@littlebigknits]

thank you!! I am really enjoying it as well.

[@mywoolmitten]

What a lovely podcast episode, I thoroughly enjoyed it ;) And now, need to try those cookies you mentioned!

[@suevoigt5973]

Thank you another lovely podcast.Your sweater is lovely .

[@littlebigknits]

Sue Voigt thank you!!

[@sweetlavenderknits6670]

Love your Branches and Buds sweater... it’s going on my list! I think your husband’s driftwood tree is a great idea... may have to borrow I also:) thx for another wonderful episode:)

[@littlebigknits]

Sweet Lavender Knits 😂 you really are binge watching!!!! So fun!!

[@ShowandTellknitting]

Just discovering this episode from years ago. The Art Deco chrome chair in the background has a home with me should you ever tire of it. I'm binging on the early episodes. They all have that same "Selma" charm. Brava!

[@littlebigknits]

That chair needs some new springs and upholstery but I’ll let you know!!

[@corleneforde7348]

Selma, I love the Rikke hat you knit for your Mum. The yarn looks deliciously yummy I may have to get a skein or two for myself.

[@littlebigknits]

Corlene Forde it really is a beautiful and luxurious yarn!!

[@SoulfulSpinning]

Lovely episode Selma. The lighting is gorgeous. Now, I want a hat in Royal alpaca. 😍. Such a pretty hat for your Mum. Keep up the wonderful, gentle podcasting. 💕Happy holidays to you and your family.

[@littlebigknits]

A Knitter's Nest you absolutely should!! Thank you for the lovely words!! 💕

[@Moonmoontn]

Just discovered your podcast and LOVE it ! Also, you look so nice with that greg sweater, it's discreet confetti buds, and the cream hat. Totally your colours.

[@littlebigknits]

Emina Kh thank you so much for joining me and for your lovely comments!!

[@ShowandTellknitting]

You're rare in that you have a great head/face for hats. Not everyone can carry off so many hats so effectively.

[@littlebigknits]

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[@heyBrownBerry]

Hi, Selma! I really needed to see and hear what you had to say about your colorwork knitting, because I too have this "angst" right now while knitting my Fern and Feather sweater. Your pullover is fantastic!

[@littlebigknits]

heyBrownBerry my floats would usually end up far too loose which is an easier problem than having to constantly loosen them but I do hope that with time I will find a way to make them just right!! In the meantime there is some stress!! And it turned out just fine!! Yours is looking so beautiful!! I can’t wait to see it! I really wish I were going to eyf this year!!

[@dianescott3515]

I discovered your podcast today and enjoyed it so much! I’ve subscribed now and plan to catch up on past episodes during this holiday season. Looking forward to future episodes. Wishing you an enjoyable holiday season.

[@littlebigknits]

Thank you so much for joining and wanting to watch more!! hoping to podcast again very soon

[@cherylannwartman]

I love the driftwood tree! We have been using a fake palm tree as a Christmas tree for years. It is a great conversation piece.

[@littlebigknits]

That is super fun! This driftwood feel has something Caribbean about it as well!

[@mariapapagiannidi5331]

I was just rewatching this episode (LOVE your items), and an idea hit me about your moon hat, if you're interested. Try running two strands (side by side) all the way around in three or four places of the elastic. It's thin enough to be pretty invisible, you can control how snug to make it, and you'll be able to wear the hat when it's windy. Voila!

[@littlebigknits]

Maria Papagiannidi thank you so much!! I cannot believe you are watching a second time! 😍😍

[@mariapapagiannidi5331]

Little Big Knits I really enjoy your podcasts. I just noticed that in editing my original comment, I deleted the part about WHAT you should thread through the ribbing. It is, of course, elastic thread, which is thin enough to blend in and be comfortable. Such a pain trying to type on the i-pad!

[@littlebigknits]

Maria Papagiannidi I got it!! No worries!!

[@valejandra255]

So cool to find your podcast with the branches and buds sweater. I wrote to you on ravelry about your blend no 1 leftovers, but I see you might have plans for them 🙁. I'm looking for more of this yarn but don't want to take away the pleasure of knitting with it, so I'm only looking for leftovers, in any case no one seems to want to part with their full skeins 😂

[@juliadroy1179]

Love this vlog thank you x

[@lanayarns5538]

I love your sweater! I think I'll have to make it next year.... Also I totally understand your hesitation when it comes to cables. I love love love the look of cables but find them a little fiddly and slow so I've been trying to make more lace-y patterns. I think most of the time when I pick up my knitting I want to be able to just zoom through and since I can't do that with cables it just doesn't feel the same to knit on.

[@littlebigknits]

Lana Yarns exactly!!! I like a bit of intrigue along the way but if it is too darn complex I worry I won’t maintain interest💕💕

[@Karbeyaz62]

Dear Selma, I wish your family with together Merry Christmas and Happy New Years...Hugs😚💝

[@littlebigknits]

hugs to you too my dear!!!

[@cindyknoll1781]

First time watching- loved your podcast and thought your sweater was beautiful. Wish I was more confident at knitting because I would love to knit this sweater

[@littlebigknits]

sweater knitting doesn't have to be hard. If you haven't knit one yet, there are some great patterns to start with and I am happy to help you choose. The only slightly hard bit about this one was the colourwork but "hard" is relative because it really isn't that difficult but I totally understand that it can be intimidating! I had to take a bit of a breath and get on with it! Thank you so much for watching!!

[@cindyknoll1781]

Wow- thank you so very much for your response. I made the slippers you shared- so will try the sweater- you inspired me. It was such a nice treat to hear from you- made me feel like part of the knitting community- will be watching all your podcasts so keep up the wonderful work:)))

[@mrsjudys]

Actually, that black looks stunning on you!❤️

[@littlebigknits]

mrsjudys too late!! 😍😍

[@mikellh7983]

I love your tree❤️ it is beautiful

[@littlebigknits]

Mikell H I have shared you compliment with my husband!! 😊

[@Voolenvine]

A Driftwood tree!!! Such a brilliant idea - so simple and maintenance, too! And oh my stars .... I'm so tempted to cast on the sweater you're wearing. It turned out beautiful. It's the perfect Christmas sweater!

[@littlebigknits]

I so loved making this sweater despite my neurosis about the length of the floats. I would make another one any day! so I say go for it!! Oh the times you have enabled me! I am happy to do the same!!

[@yumikobarr308]

Hi, I’m trying to find the pattern she is wearing, but no luck :( Would you please point me the right direction??? Thank you in advance

[@littlebigknits]

Yumiko Barr www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/branches--buds-pullover. Hope this helps

[@osmvivify]

Very enjoyable! Going to join the garment KAL. :)

[@littlebigknits]

Vivian Lee yes yes yes join us!!

[@littlechurchknits2946]

Gorgeous! Highly recommend the Sockhead Hat pattern by Kelly McClure...great for fellas and gals too ;)

[@littlebigknits]

made that for my daughter and it really is a great pattern!! thank you!

[@BraidAndTinker]

Your kitty is so cute!

[@michellecolleen1113]

Love the tree. I think Christmas trees are a cash crop like wheat or corn . The sales help local farmers.

[@corinnefitzpatrick2619]

Another great podcast Selma, thank you. I totally adore your jumper, it is truly beautiful and those specks of colour, my oh my! Shame I am a very new knitter and I can't quite contemplate knitting a jumper yet as I would be all over that one! I have knit so far a crescent shawl and a scarf for Christmas and one sock! Second sock on hold until I finish a few Christmas crochet gifts. You have been very busy with FOs and WIPs! Are you a fast knitter? As I'm holding the yarn with my left hand when I crochet it made sense to do the same with knitting but I can't quite move the finger over for a purl, I think I need a needle with a hook at the end to grab the yarn! That makes sense to me!! I wish you a lovely Christmas, hope you won't miss hubby and kiddies too much.

[@littlebigknits]

I think I probably spend too much time knitting!! I would say I am somewhat fast but really I think it is more about the time I spend doing it. It sounds like you are knitting continental style. There are many videos that could help you to make sure your style works for you. I do find I purl a lot more slowly than I do knit. Keep on working at it and then you can choose a simple sweater to start with if you like. It really isn't that hard to knit a simple garment if you so desire. Always happy to help if you need it. thank you for your lovely comments!! Happy holidays to you too!

[@TRaceTK]

Oh my gosh it took me forever to get through your podcast :) I kept pausing to go look at wool and pattern suggestions lol. I knit hubby an alpaca blend hat that also grew, but solved the problem by throwing it in the washer and dryer....of course monitoring it and it’s perfect now! Did you know Dale also has tukuwool from Finland :) I am so fascinated with it due to me being 1/4 Fin :) Thanks for all the wonderful inspiration (we seem to have the same tastes) and enabling!

[@littlebigknits]

Tracey Kuzniak I know!! Very dangerous!!

[@reneegagnon1377]

I would like the name of your pattern for the hat knitting with Illimani Yarn Royal 1? Excuse my english because I speak french! I love thi hat "garter"

[@NicoleAcunaangelicembers]

That royal alpaca yarn looks gorgeous! I’m dying to try a yarn with that type of fiber - so luxurious!

[@littlebigknits]

bonjour!! en fait c'est le Rikke est c'est un patron gratuit sur Ravelry. c'est vraiment simple et très joli comme résultat!

[@sarahwalker4434]

I have heard other knitter say to contact the needle dealer. They will replace any needles you are having trouble with.

[@lindac6922]

I agree. That’s a pretty sock pattern! I love lace socks. Lmecoll

[@littlebigknits]

Linda C hello my dear!! They are pretty indeed!!

[@joanoltman3555]

New to your podcasts and are loving them. Great hat patterns and your sweater is beautiful!

[@fabulousmarilyn3.088]

Do you do tutorials?

[@Elianaalfonso7703]

Ha! Black is totally your colour!

[@kimmysongbird9637]

Hi.... I love the hat u made your mom.... how do u spell the hat name ? I need to make that hat! Enjoyed your show! My name is Kimmy from Vancouver BC... 🌷

[@littlebigknits]

it is the Rikke hat by Sarah Young. good luck and thank you for your lovely comments!

[@o0oMysticdragono0o]

WHY... didn't your hair get all staticy...mine would be after putting those hats on and off

[@littlebigknits]

no idea!! watch the next episode for my inconclusive answer if you like!

[@o0oMysticdragono0o]

Little Big Knits I am sure I will ~.^

[@fabulousmarilyn3.088]

Do you have a Facebook group?

[@fabulousmarilyn3.088]

Hi, that is very attractive sweater it looks good in you sis. I just happened upon you, but I have a question about sweaters;. Top down, I'm a size 22 plus size. I want to knit my sweater and skirt sets for myself. Can you suggest a yoke down and type of yarn for me please.

[@littlebigknits]

Marilyn Kolako designers are far more sensitive today to different sizes so you will find designers today who have great designs for many sizes. Probably one of the first to include a broad range was ysolda Teague. There is also Joji locatelli and isabell kraemer who have very practical and popular designs and include many sizes. Check them out. As for skirts it is more difficult to say. I actually am thinking about talking about the process of making a skirt in an upcoming episode because I think you can practically make one without a pattern depending on what you are going for. Hope that helps to start with!! 🤗

[@fabulousmarilyn3.088]

Little Big Knits thank you so much..I have heard of two of the folks mentioned so yes Very good. I appreciate the input. I do crochet a lot and sew love all three skills.

[@gloriafarmer7832]

There is nothing wrong with the Spanish word for that name.,

[@littlebigknits]

Gloria Farmer I was worried I might offend someone with my opinion! My apologies if I did!