Episode 176 / A cute Santa, Scrappy Blankets, and Toe Up Socks!

[@jenniferbarr140]

I'd love to watch an episode of your most worn sweaters! Or shawls. The ones you consistently reach for again and again. Your blankets have been so inspiring this winter!

[@michellegolesich4931]

Plastic canvas always reminds me of quality time with my grandmother. Makes me smile! 😊

[@staceyburley195]

I love that you use Dove Heather in so many projects. It's a beautiful color. Thanks for posting! I don't think you have to do a separate episode for scrappy things. We love to see all of your makings:)

[@alinai3601]

Ooooo i love your granny square blanket. I might start one too ❤

[@anyotherusername6448]

I'm a new knitter/intermediate crocheter, and as I watch my scrap pile grow more and more with each project, I am increasingly grateful to see scrappy projects for ideas!

[@TheKnittingEsquire]

It probably doesn’t feel like you’ve always got a lot to talk about weekly - but even if that means shorter episodes but weekly - it would be amazing. Your podcast brings me so much joy and you spread so much joy and happiness 💛

[@aleriemcvay]

It's great to see you working on what makes you happy. You truly radiate joy! Love seeing all your fun crochet scrappy projects.

[@janispainter3135]

Who would have thought that Granny Squares would be so popular again? Love, love your blankets!

[@shannondwire1058]

Granny squares were the beginning of my journey down the fiber road. They are still one of my favorite things to crochet.

[@MrsGrinnellma]

You have inspired me to start a granny square blanket. I love the idea of making a large granny square by just keep going. I learned to crochet when I was 10 by my Aunt Aggie who lived next door to us. About 10 years ago I expanded my knitting knowledge with help from a friend. I love them both, knitting and crocheting. I also love to cross stitch and do my own framing. I worked at a cross stitch shop in the early 90’s and the owner was also a professional framer. She taught me framing techniques that I still use today. Thank goodness for our crafts. They bring us joy and comfort.

[@mydailyhaeds6326]

Your granny square blankets are so colorful and cheerful!

[@betharner4371]

Kay, It is always so nice to see you -scrappy projects in a regular episode is great. We are just happy to see you. Crochet is bringing me great joy lately even though I mostly knit.

[@karenmccoy6173]

Kay, I am happy just having you share all of your makes with all of us. It is so inspiring......so you just use any method you choose to do that. Thank you for taking the time to share with all of us!

[@AveryLaneCreations]

I love that you are enjoying crochet again! Thank you for including all the projects in one episode too! 😍

[@sarah-janeireland157]

Ooh, I could look at yarny handmade blankets all day, pure bliss for the soul, all unique and all truly beautiful ❤🧶💕

[@Anji2866]

I’m amazed at the progress you manage to make on each of your wips. It’s always admirable when I see so many projects going on at a time as I’m a monogamous knitter 💖

[@spencermartin6606]

Enjoying your podcast about all the crafts. I think having you office space and selling all the knitting accessories was great, but you seem much happier now. Your joy with your making/crafting is contagious. ❤

[@reneewild494]

This format of sharing scrappy projects with your other projects works for me !

[@lindadapolito8532]

Thank you so much for sharing your joyful knitting projects with us. I am trying to do more things that make me happy!

[@lindamarlatt3259]

Love all your blanket projects! So colorful and cheerful. Any episode you do makes me smile. Do what makes you happy because your joy is contagious. 😊

[@dominikvl4805]

I'm loving how you really focus on making what brings you joy these days! What a great example to follow!

[@pennya.2183]

The first thing I learned how to make was granny squares when I was younger. My mom knit and crocheted but preferred crochet. She recently passed and now I have many of her crocheted blankets that I cherish so much! ❤

[@cydneyfowler1870]

Love all the granny squares! The mixed colors are so much fun. Doing what makes you happy is the best!

[@knitty781]

Love all the scrappy afghans! They are so much fun and such bright colors. Thank you for sharing them with us.

[@beverlysmoot4883]

Thank you for talking about Granny Squares. I dug out my crochet hook and started a square. It’s been many years since I have crocheted. You made my day. 😊

[@happyfox74]

Love seeing all your scrappy projects! They just shine with happiness and cozy vibes 🥰

[@lahisawesome20]

I love love love all the scrappy projects! As someone who saves every last bit of yarn, I love having scrappy inspo!

[@deborahhuss9579]

Thanks for sharing all your crochet projects. Makes me want to pick up some crochet projects again. If one episode works for you, then go for it! We are loyal and enjoy whatever you choose to do. Take care!

[@gwenfrost4987]

Love your projects Kay! Your enthusiasm for your crafting is infectious. I crocheted a lot longer than I have been knitting. It is enjoyable to get back to crocheting as well. Thank you again for the opportunity to win a giveaway.

[@janaearls762]

I love the look of scrappy grannies! They bring so much joy! ❤

[@alisoncaronflyingfree]

It's so nice to see you crocheting. I find it so much more relaxing than knitting. Love the blankets.

[@shelleyfry]

Love the giant granny square blanket. Reminded me of a woman I knew, who left us a long time ago. She was an amazing crafter and person. Thank you so much for that.

[@janec9038]

Thank you so much for showing all your scrappy projects. Love them all so much! 🧶❣️

[@nancykeate]

I’m so glad your doing what makes you happy. Because watching you makes me happy.

[@TerrieDeer]

I, too, was a crocheter first. When I wanted to do more garment making, I took up knitting. Then, a few years ago, I wanted to make a blanket for a gift and feel back in love with crocheting. It's a nice change. So now I always have multiple knitting and crocheting projects in the works. This is making me very happy. Enjoyed the podcast and all your makings. They are beautiful. 🥰 Terrie (aka TerrieDeer)

[@999Storer]

I absolutely love your 2 new scrappy granny square blankets. They’re both very beautiful. I love all your scrappy granny square projects. How fun!!

[@pamelamcgreer4311]

Those blankets are wonderful! Ir's always better to knit on things that bring you joy. You do such a great job of sharing projects and ALL the info about them. Thanks for sharing!

[@amysmillie7290]

Thank you for another amazing video! I watched it twice! Once by myself with coffee and then again with my husband because he loves your videos too! It’s wonderful to see you so joyful! I’m glad you are doing what you love again and what brings you joy! Now I want to make ALL the blankets!

[@morganschrodt9801]

Loving the granny square blankets!! Thanks for sharing them!! I was inspired to learn crochet when I was younger because of my grandma's granny square blankets and other crocheted afghans!! They are great family heirlooms!!

[@CassieDA17]

I liked the mix of scrappy and regular projects in one episode. Loving the gigantic granny square too!

[@barbarahart1169]

Even though I don't crochet I enjoy seeing your projects. I'm reminded that it's time to get back to my cozy memories blanket.

[@chrissyfarmer2949]

You've inspired me to start a scrappy square granny blanket with stash yarn and leftovers. Thank you! I learned to crochet in 1970 when Grannies were all the rage. Glad they still are! Love your Giant Granny!! One of my very favorites to hook. Will probably start one of those too. For some odd reason, I tend to crochet more in the Spring and Summer. Knit in Fall and Winter.

[@RachelWest0]

I like seeing all of the projects! Also, that feeling of using up yarn is the best💜

[@lynnclough28]

I do enjoy your enthusiasm! I had covid in January and felt I did not have the bandwidth to work on my bigger sweater projects. I got hooked on my Northeasterly scrap blanket. I am using up all those pieces of 3 gm or less held single that are left after a project and the coziest memories blanket have used what they needed. In 2017 I started a log cabin blanket using worsted scraps from various sources. 16 squares complete but not sewn together and waiting for 5 years. It fell out of the closet on me last week. That is a sign to finally complete it if I ever heard one so now I am adding borders and sewing together. Great fun.

[@juliemitton86]

Love your floral Fat Squirrel bag! Thanks for showing your project bags. It really helps gauge how much will fit in a particular style.

[@yellowbirdknits2415]

I love the idea of crocheting a granny square blanket using scraps. I have knit the miter square cozy blanket and I've crocheted a granny stripe blanket, so now I want one a granny square like yours! Its soooo pretty!

[@shanipup9755]

There really is just something about crocheting scrappy blankets that's so calming

[@jennycosand3257]

I love seeing all of your projects and I’m feeling very inspired to exercise my very limited and rusty crochet skills! Thank you for sharing,

[@kathleenmccrory7166]

Absolutely love the newest giant granny scare blanket. Brilliant! Beautiful!

[@lynnsteele7052]

i've just returned to crocheting when my grand daughter rescued a bunch of vintage granny squares at the tent sale, she asked me if i could put them together to make her a blanket, so i made more squares to have enough and also did the join as you go, she was so very happy with it and now i make time for crochet along with my knitting once i remembered how much i enjoyed it!! ♥

[@amyx6455]

Your blankets are so beautiful. It's lovely to see that you're excited about all your projects. 💜

[@anniehautala2679]

I love all the scrappy projects. It always feels so good to use up yarn!

[@sharonchoiniere2997]

Really like the mitered squares from leftover sock yarn. 💗 All the blankets are beautiful. Signature needles are so cute.

[@susanbresnahan1467]

I'm crocheting a bright scrappy granny square blanket out of bright colors, so much fun to make. I love all of your scrappy projects!

[@mandiblumanhourst7623]

It’s nice to see everything in one episode. I didn’t really watch the separate scrappy Sunday videos usually, but I enjoy seeing the scrappy projects!

[@isabelleball6114]

Hiya Kay!!! Thank you so much for your podcasts! They are so enjoyable to watch. I love getting ideas from you, seeing all the lovely projects and browsing all the fab yarn you have!! Lots of love xxxxx

[@nicoleegan5739]

It is always great to see all of your WIPs. I like hearing your techniques and how you are being intentional as you create.

[@debbiewigen805]

Socks, sweaters and/or scrappy projects….. I’m enjoying your joy…..please just keep it coming!

[@sarahkrsticevic4570]

Loving all the scrappy granny blankets.....they all remind me of my grandma. Have a great weekend.

[@janetramon7087]

All of your projects are beautiful. Happy to see you have your crochet mojo back.

[@julieweldemariam9911]

I just love watching your videos. Your blankets are beautiful. Granny squares are what my grandma taught me how to crochet when I was just 5.

[@janebitner3266]

All the blanket goodness 😍 Loving the combined format with scrappy projects included

[@mmaas4879]

I’m back to crocheting after watching all your beautiful projects. It’s fun to “change things up”‼️

[@Barbara-zv1wi]

Happy to watch your episodes no matter the subject matter or how you decide to present. Here's to knitting, crocheting and podcasting what your heart desires!

[@nataliaweber2554]

Loved seeing all the scrappy projects, they are so beautiful and fun!

[@marie-elysedugal8629]

Oh your new giant granny square blanket is fantastic!! Love it! I am also thinking of all the scrappy projects I want to make and ready to dive in and embrace all things scrappy! So glad to see you getting so much joy from your projects 🤗

[@tammymiles2644]

I really like all of the scrappy projects that you've started. You've inspired me to start a memory blanket of my own using scraps from past projects.

[@brendastewart4384]

Crocheting is so fun. I was a knitter first and discovered crochet recently. KZbin is great for learning a new skill! Thanks for another great video!

[@kayefudge9469]

Hi Kay so glad you're enjoying your knitting and crocheting again! Happy crafting Kaye x

[@janetholler9931]

I don't crochet but I wish I did. There is nothing better than a crochet afghan. Beautiful!

[@maltesemom]

I love scrap projects. Thank you for sharing. I love both knit and crochet.

[@jamiebrown4566]

So inspired to pick up languishing scrappy projects and begin even more scrappy blankets.

[@karenmarie9469]

Thanks for all the blanket ideas, Kay. I’m really enjoying my Stained Glass scrappy blanket and looking forward to crocheting a scrappy blanket. I love the look of the closed granny squares. Happy creating! ❤

[@carolg5770]

I love mish mash episodes! Your blankets are so pretty....you have me motivated to give some of these jars of scrap yarn balls I have a home in some new project. I too started crocheting before I really got into knitting. Seeing your joy makes me think maybe I should dig out my hooks and get something started! I love seeing all of the different things you're working on too. Your "making" joy is inspiring, Kay!!!Your weather sounds like ours-spring-like which feels weird for February in New England. I'm sure we'll have winter on our doorstep again soon. Have a fantastic weekend!

[@CuriousPurplePig]

There are days I physically crave granny squares 😊 I love doing plastic canvas too. So much fun!

[@ParanormalBabydoll]

Another great episode. Your joy for making shines bright. Thanks for sharing it with us! ☀️ 💜

[@rdk526cdn]

Thanks so much for another great episode. When it makes you happy it comes across so positively. Keep doing what brings you joy and makes you happy!

[@kristinchowanec9512]

Love all the scrappy projects and the granny square blanket is beautiful!

[@kathleenpack3485]

Your crochet blanket is so beautiful. I love how the squares look made with a lighter weight yarn.

[@Katherine.Krafts]

I love all of the colors in the giant granny square blanket!!!

[@mborckusa]

You've inspired me to get my crochet back on. My Mom taught me to crochet when I was 4 and I did for years and years until I learned to knit. I am thinking a granny square blankie using up all my leftover sock yarn would be awesome. Thank you for the inspiration!

[@jeancolley8908]

I love the colour combo that using minis in a large blanket brings out!

[@hudfamfour]

Knit Picks Swish DK holds so many good memories for me. I made sooo many knitted pieces for my kids with that yarn when they were little and it was my favorite yarn to dye when dyeing was one of my hobbies. I love this format of video because I always want to hear about everything you’re working on and never want to wait for another video to come out later in the week!

[@marissas8112]

It is great to see your joy to reignited recently. When Crazy Sock Lady co was going on, it definitely felt like you were in business mode (not a bad thing! Just different), but now I see the joyful crafter return! Congrats on finding your joy especially with that crazy massive single granny square blanket!

[@Kasey1959a]

Loving all the crochet. Really makes me want to start crocheting again. Also loving watching your progress on Santa! So cute!

[@jennifermccarthy1561]

Your scrappy projects are so awesome - you’ve inspired me to pick up my crochet hook after many years and tackle my scraps!

[@heatherlemear9058]

I always have something crochet going. Love being able to go back and forth between knit and crochet.

[@joanneyoung5410]

I’m watching while working on my temperature blanket . I’ve been knitting a lot on scrappy blankets or baby hats lately as that is what’s bringing me joy

[@mae8453]

Love your granny square blankets. Enjoy the mix of different projects in one episode.

[@katieknits84]

This makes me want to learn to crochet!! Love seeing all these happy scrappy projects 😊

[@cmb4280]

I finished my son’s C2C blanket while watching! I am finishing weaving the end in! Crochet for the win today!

[@kathydehnel6172]

Hi, Kay. I love the border on the blanket. I think it compliments the squares. The blanket is beautiful. I'm always amazed at what you accomplish. I don't know how you find the time and energy. Thank you for the inspiration.

[@anhu8528]

I really like your scrappy blankets. The last one you showed is right up my alley. Now I want to do one. I'm also really enjoying seeing you back to your normal joyful self!

[@dianaemmick1811]

I also crocheted before I learned how to knit. Your blankets are beautiful. I have a large granny blanket that I started 2? years ago but it got warmer outside and I set it down. You are inspiring me to dig it out and finish it up! I also started the coziest memory blanket because of you. I have four squares done since last week. That is definitely going to be a long-term project, but I’m loving it! Have a great weekend! 😊

[@Tinacrafts2]

I think it’s SO fun doing scrappy blankets! Just the quick pan you did with the granny on your chair caught my eye with several “favorite” blocks, even though I knew you usually just reached in the bag and took whatever yarn. Now if I can just put down my hand quilting to start a blanket. Lord knows I have enough scraps! 🥴 Well done, Kay.

[@lacyalexander8273]

Love your granny squares! Especially the giant one. Back before my wrists decided to hate crocheting, I crocheted each of our 6 kids a giant granny square blanket (back when the baby was actually a baby and the oldest was 6). They still use them, mostly as shawls while doing school during the cold winters. Thank you for your afterthought heel video and tips. I could never get one to fit until that tutorial. I may just try a toe up sock again. Happy yarning, Kay!

[@soxynanaalice]

I'm so in love with all the Scrappy projects! Have a Terrific week! Cheers ♥ xx

[@sarahbrockhausen6657]

After resisting the cosy memories blanket for so long (due to having other blankets on the needles), I think you've inspired me to cast on. Love seeing all your scrappy projects! Thank you!

[@barbh1505]

It can feel so rewarding to use up those small balls of yarn. Good for you. 🧶

[@julzlarrabee]

I’m thoroughly enjoying knitting my stash in scrappy blankets as well!! ❤

[@RED-lh4vq]

As always , great content . Thanks for keeping me company while I knit and crochet 😊.

[@mereknitsandpurls]

Those blankets are so beautiful! I’m glad they are giving you joy!