Episode 217 / Will I stay in this good routine?

[@EvieO1950]

Mail the socks one at a time. Kids love getting mail. I’d do toes, heels and cuffs on the others to be sure you have yarn left for your blanket. The sweater is looking amazing!!! 🧶♥️🧶. Love that yarn and the color!!

[@beanaasz4069]

I had a good laugh at myself. Every time you said "Must Stash Yarn," I would hear "Moustache Yarn" and I would think "What an odd name for yarn. Is that like eyelash yarn?" I laugh at myself a lot, so that's okay.

[@CrazySockLady]

Not even kidding I used to think it was mustache yarn 🤣🤣

[@lindawagoner3331]

❤ me too!😂

[@annfurlough5729]

Thank you for the tips on magic knot balls. Getting ready to try one on a small project. Love the look of the Granny Stripe blanket! ❤

[@marilynwalker3311]

Yarn Pantry! Love it along with your recent socks and Scrappy blankets.

[@josiejocreates]

How fun knitting socks for your nieces! That is so sweet 🥹 your granny stripe blanket is looking so beautifully scrappy!

[@michellekitson5405]

Hi Kay. Congratulations on Wyatt getting his braces off. It is such a huge thing. Well done. For your nieces socks do the cuff, heels and toes so there is enough main yarn for your blanket. The yarns you have chosen for the socks look lovely. Hope you all have a great weekend.

[@HinkstonHandmade]

I am always amazed by the amount of knitting you get done. Very impressive!

[@jessys9868]

What a nice way to wake up! A brand new video from crazy sock lady. I don’t know if you were really asking for opinions, but I would definitely send Henley‘s socks one at a time. First of all, it’ll be three different fun things to open, and secondly… each pair will be individually enjoyed.

[@CrazySockLady]

Ohh I hadn’t thought of it that way! 🧦

[@elaineenstone6834]

Great progress on your socks. I think Henley would enjoy individual parcels in the mail. My grandchildren certainly did when they were younger. Wyatt's sweater sleeve looks really good. 🇬🇧

[@knitty781]

I guess I'm going to have to make some socks for my grandsons. They came over yesterday to go sledding. What socks did they have on? Footies. Yes, you read that right. Cotton, lightweight footies. Uck! Their mom knows better. Apparently they don't normally wear heavy socks. I was teasing them about wearing 'city kid socks' and that when they come to my house (a farm outside of town) they need to wear 'country kid socks'. So I guess I need to make some tube socks for them, so they don't outgrow them too fast. I doubt we'll have a lot of cold weather the rest of the year. I love this month's Freckled Whimsey stripes. They are so vibrant! I need to finish the pair of Christmas socks on my needles before I cast on a new pair. You have a lot of blues in this blanket! How interesting to see what colors you use during a period of time.

[@kristinahill3708]

Fun socks! Love the pretty yarns.

[@mandymccoury465]

The Russian join has changed my yarn life! I use it on everything! Nothing comes apart!

[@knittingforjulia]

Oh, I'm also hooked with my granny stripes blanket! Only now I can fully understand when you're saying that you cannot put it down - it is so adictive!!!

[@janetjroberson2581]

Hello from Swansea, Illinois. I am in the process of knitting the “ Morning Coffee Sock Pattern “ I am on the second sock working the heel flap. I hope to be finished this weekend, since we got about four inches of snow today and I will not be going anywhere because the roads are very slick.

[@lindawhitley1772]

I've started the Granny Stripe and the Cozy Memories to use up my scrap yarn. Oh my goodness! It makes me so happy to use this yarn, the projects are neat and addicting, I might say. Love your socks today. I've ordered more yarn and joined Yarnable. I may need an intervention! LOL.

[@CrazySockLady]

😂 I’m right there with ya! 😅😂

[@annstoioff4351]

Currently knitting my first pair of Heel Toe Do Si Do socks from self striping. I also added a pop of contrast to the ribbing, so these have all the crazy sock lady! 😊

[@heathertucker7056]

Love the name “Yarn Pantry” and really wish I had one! Always love seeing all your makes especially the socks! I would love the problem of too many scraps as I am actually running out! Great podcast thank you Kay x

[@threebytheseadesigns]

Wind off what you need for your blanket first from the Yarnable coloway, that way you have the rest for their socks. It’s a super cute color, they will love it! 🥰

[@ShariPulford]

I vote for sending all the socks at once. You really got a lot done this week. Have a nice weekend❤

[@vadec5909]

The socks all turned out really good. Henley are so cute, she will love them. The yarn for matching socks is very pretty. I love the granny stripe blanket.

[@barbararosselot2025]

I just love your chats! I’ve got my afternoon coffee and a sweater I’m working on. 😊

[@theLogstead]

Sending things to small folk is always exciting for them. They will be very excited to get their socks ❤ ... I just got new crochet hooks in the mail. I am over the moon to get a blanket going!

[@alwaysathomewithmydoodle]

Love watching each episode! I would send the socks one pair at a time. Kids just love opening mail and presents plus if the package was to get lost … I would not be happy with 3 pairs of socks lost out there somewhere😢 And I love the idea of yarn pantry!!!

[@jmyarnandcrafts]

This was so great to watch. Im loving your nieces socks their so pretty.❤

[@ritawarren3439]

Those Nemo socks are way cute! For the ones yet cast on, so heels, tows, and cuffs... gotta have some leftover for the blanket... plus, send some to your friend if there happens to be enough. 😊

[@Tinacrafts2]

Super tip on when to use the Liquid Stitch. I dabbed a few knots while making my ball and stopped because I was afraid they’d all stick together. Now that you showed me “when” to use it I’ll be more at ease with my project.

[@ElizabethJDYKnits]

I hope you’ve had a great time this weekend with your family!

[@nancyrickenbrode9981]

You are amazing. You knit like a machine. Any combination you do will great. Lucky little girls to have you as an aunt.

[@Thestashdowndiaries]

56 stitches, eh? That’s good to know. I just started knitting socks for my littlest nieces (age 5 & 7) and I think I used 48 for their first socks. Maybe I’ll go with 56 next time. They loved the ones I knit them so I guess I’m getting on the niece sock knitting train 😂 My grown niece loves socks too.

[@nancyborgeson440]

Send the finished socks for your niece(s) now! Who knows what life events (or squirrels!) will come along before you finish all 3 pairs!

[@CrazySockLady]

Very true!!

[@tinalawrence7491]

Omg The Teacher!! It was really good!

[@RKCALGARY]

I actually prefer knitting my self striping socks organically (not matching). It’s what sets them apart from commercially made knit socks. Cohesive but not matchy matchy socks are the trademark of handmade IMHO. I prefer my Opal and Regia socks 8:00 as is. They have a certain flair that my perfectly matching socks don’t. Your niece will love them.

[@CrazySockLady]

Everyone should definitely knit their socks in the way that makes them happy. 🧦🧶

[@NatsuGajinn]

All the magic knots in my granny stripe blanket came loose after washer and dryer. 😅 I think magic knot is the best for scratchy non superwash yarn.

[@CrazySockLady]

Oh no! Thats such a bummer!! 😣

[@magsohara7908]

Loving all of your projects Kay Thank you 🧶 Was at one of my Bookgroups this morning (we all read different genres and share with the group). One of the group (an ex librarian) is also working her way through Freida McFadden- I know that she’s read at least 4 of them and all set to get on to the next one. 📚. 🙋🏼🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@CrazySockLady]

That’s awesome!!

[@tovalieberman8326]

I’m just so fascinated that a size small sock fits little kiddos. I may just have to give it a try! Thank you!

[@divinelyengineered]

I think for Lily and Henleys socks it would be fun to do cuffs and heels on one pair, and heels and toes on the other pair! That way they're matching but different!

[@carolinedubose5136]

Ì love Henley's socks!! I wish Knit Picks would come out with prettier colorways for their Felici sock yarn!!

[@carolg5770]

My vote is cuffs, heels and toes in the contrast color for the girls' socks.....always better to be safe and have enough of the main color. That's my motto anyway. All of your finished socks are awesome. Thanks for talking about the size you made for Henley. I have a little girl across the street who's 5 and had wanted to make her socks, but didn't know her shoe size. Found out from her Mom but it's always good to have a baseline to go by-so thanks again for that. Wyatt's sweater is coming right alone-my hat's off to you! It's going to be amazing....all those cables, oh my goodness. Your Heel Toe Do Si Do socks make me swoon. I so love that pattern for self striping yarn. I'm working on a capelet right now that is just stockinette around and around, so I'm gonna grab a progress keeper and try to get at least 5 rows a day done. There's over 300 stitches on the needle so it's a LONG way around. I breezed through the colorwork at the top and couldn't wait to see the design emerge but now it's not quite as fun. I think setting a goal will move the finishing along quicker. YAY for Wyatt getting his braces off. Ohhhhh I remember when my daughter got hers off how happy I was...until retainer horrors started. Like when she threw hers away in a napkin at lunch? Ugh. It still gives me nightmares. I hope your experience goes smoother than mine did! Eesh....... :)

[@CrazySockLady]

Oh no!! That’s exactly what im afraid Wyatt will do with his! 🤣🤣

[@badassnumberxiii]

Thanks for the tip for kid socks! Good to know before I get started on some! :) Seeing your scrappy blanket makes me wanna cast one on too!

[@elizabethcastratarocapua]

I love to add contrasting cuff heel and toes. So fun to play with color and use my scraps

[@carolinagirlstitcher]

I’d do the heels, toes, & cuffs all in the grey. That way you definitely have enough for both socks and your blankets!

[@CrazySockLady]

That’s what I’m thinking!

[@micheledelacruz4301]

Congratulations on your anniversary! Fun and inspiring video, I feel inspired seeing your makes and fo's. Have a blessed weekend friends.

[@diposs937]

I started a magic knot ball this year and plan on crocheting a blanket with it at some point.

[@mmfiber]

You've inspired me to be more intentional with how I store and use my scraps - thanks for that! I'm also starting a magic knot ball for the first time. Love all the scrappy blankets!!

[@tashahack8730]

Silly question: does Eric have the green screen type background in his meetings, or is his backdrop the yarn pantry? 😂 Your projects are beautiful! Thanks for another great episode

[@CrazySockLady]

😂 I’m actually not sure! I’ll have to ask him!

[@anitawessels3932]

Hi Kay do the toes, heals and cuffs in the grey for your nieces socks, the you will forsure have some left for you blankets. I an only working on a pair of vanilla socks. I only have evening to work on these.

[@melaniecrochets]

Rabbits with swords 😂 I would use it for all 3 to be safe. You could weigh the left over from the other socks for Henley to judge what you’ll have.

[@CrazySockLady]

Great idea! And the name of that yarn cracks me up. 😂

[@mandyhague6363]

Lovely socks as usual. I’m looking forward to seeing the crochet blanket finished. 👍🧶🧦🧦

[@bethsanchez6823]

I am adopting your phrase “yarn pantry” 😂😂😂 I love it! Thank you for another great episode ❤

[@kimski5391]

I’m so sorry I forgot your anniversary 💐 Happy Anniversary!! My daughter got retainers but they are attached to the backs of her teeth 😂she would have NEVER worn the pop in an out ones ( they have been on her teeth 12yrs, she’s afraid her teeth may move if she takes them off) she’s 27 now I did ask as to how long do you keep them on he said it’s up to the individual he has a pt who’s had them on for 30 yrs The hygienist doesn’t like it but between good brushing and a water pick her teeth are perfect! See if your dr offers it , it’s a thought 😊 have a wonderful weekend!

[@melissaemery8686]

Good morning! 🌞 I’m so glad that you mentioned that you use the small size for your nieces socks. I’ve been wanting to make socks for my friends daughter and worried about the size. Going to cast some on this weekend.

[@ericallerton809]

❤love all ur sock finishes!!!! Sweater looks so 👍 good! Have good weekend 🎉🎉 Elaine ☃️

[@Lynettencknitter]

Good morning! Loved learning about the magic knot... Even taught it to the young ones I'm teaching how to knit. I could have used this knowledge years ago!!!

[@mommajessknits]

I would do cuffs, heels and toes on both socks to make sure you have leftovers for all the blankets. I’ve caught the kids head cold that has been making its way through the family so I’m excited about our four day weekend. Planning on lots of rest and knitting.

[@CrazySockLady]

I hope you feel better soon!!! ♥️♥️♥️

[@debbiedennie255]

GM Kay Loved your socks as always Your colours are beautiful Your sons sweater looks so soft and rich colour Can’t wait to get a finished pic ,,, going to be lovely !!! Have a great weekend with family 😊🥰

[@CrazySockLady]

Thanks Debbie! Hope you have a great weekend! ♥️

[@julielandy9162]

Love the sweater. I'm working on the Denali sweater by jerad Flood. It's a cable as well. You are so right about having something mindless going at tge same time to prevent burn out. Gotta love our socks!!!

[@knitalltheyarnpodcast5512]

I would do heel, toes and cuffs for your nieces socks. Definitely need to make sure you have enough for your blanket! 😂 You’re making me want to start a granny stripe blanket! 😍

[@CrazySockLady]

Well… you know what I’m gonna say… doooo it! 😂 🧶

[@julie1807]

Yarn pantry-live that

[@lindacornelius3451]

Children love Mail you should knit them as you make them just my opinion

[@knottedrealm]

Never Lie is a good one! All of Frieda McFadden's books are fire! So fun.

[@christielamb2894]

#QUESTION - Are all of the yarns in your Magic Knit Ball the same fiber content percentages? For example 75% super wash Moreno 25% nylon.

[@CrazySockLady]

They are at least all a merino/nylon blend. Some may be 80/20.. some 75/25. But they are all fingering weight sock yarns.

[@christielamb2894]

@@CrazySockLady thank you, Kay. Also, I'm excited to say, I've completed 2.5 pairs of short socks since the beginning of the year. That brings my lifetime total to 3.5 pairs. I feel like I'm improving and can't wait to visit a yarn shop a friend told me about. 💜✌️🧶

[@pammyers1982]

I am flying through Freida McFadden’s books. I’ve got 3 left, I believe. ❤

[@CrazySockLady]

That’s awesome!!! I’m almost done with Never Lie, should finish it today!

[@MJay77-u9z]

Hello Kay! Happy Anniversary!! Happy Friday!!

[@margunbentevatshelle1798]

Så bra det ble samstrikk... Hillesvåg har så mye fint garn... Heier på deg til 1000!!!

[@lindafrank1526]

Good morning. What a lovely sweater that’s going to be! You’ve inspired me to attempt my first one. Finishing up some gift socks and Lonely Hearts KAL then I’ll start. I need to knit some infant/baby socks. Any recommendations for a pattern. Not looking for anything fancy, vanilla would be fine. Maybe just reduce stitch counts? Thanks for all you share.❤

[@CrazySockLady]

I think Mina Philipp has some baby sock patterns.

[@lindafrank1526]

@@CrazySockLady ❤️

[@jeandekeyser6262]

Kay, I wonder if you would comment why the switch from 9" circulars to magic loop. Just changing it up a bit? Thanks - love your videos!!

[@CrazySockLady]

I don’t have a favorite way to knit socks. I just do whatever I feel like when I cast on. 🧦 🧶

[@jeandekeyser6262]

Haha me too! Thanks and have a nice weekend! @@CrazySockLady

[@CrazySockLady]

You too!

[@Marilyncrafter]

I love your channel. I have some experience in knitting but it’s been awhile. I don’t know where to purchase the Chaoi Goo (short?) interchangeable circular needles. I don’t think I’m finding the correct ones on Amazon. Please help me? I would love to learn how to knit your vanilla socks especially. Thank you!

[@CrazySockLady]

I have all needles that I use linked on my Amazon storefront. The link for that is in the description box below the video.

[@emeraldstitcheswf]

Are you on GoodReads? I'm starting the Petunia Dursley's Double Eyelet socks this weekend. Looking forward to doing some socks! I've been working on a shrug for my sister and it's gotten boring.

[@CrazySockLady]

Yep I am on Goodreads. I don’t do reviews or anything. Just use it to track my reading.

[@evawiebe7677]

Always enjoy your podcast. Now I have a question for someone else. My sister has never knit socks. She thinks when I knit with my DPNs , that’s to many needles to keep track of. Which way would you suggest she learn with first? 9” circular , Magic Loop or DPNs.

[@CrazySockLady]

If she has experience with magic loop, I would suggest Magic loop. 9” she will still have to use another method like Magic loop or DPNs for the toe.

[@cynthiaricecindy8295]

Good morning so nice to see you again.can you please tell me how many rows you did for the little girl socks.thankyou have a very blessed day.

[@CrazySockLady]

I did 12 rounds for the cuff and 35 rounds for the leg. All details are always on my Ravelry project page ♥️ for foot length I suggest going by shoe size in inches.

[@PrayedKnots]

I like your pop of color and heels and toes all in the same color, but they’re your socks to make. Could also throw in some striping on the foot like you did with some socks you made a while back. I showed those to hubby, he thought they were really nice. When my boys got their braces off, the orthodontist recommended a permanent retainer, they still have them today 6 years later.

[@donnawelch3548]

Nice socks !!

[@Tinas_Workshop]

I vote for cuffs, heals and toes.

[@ginaabrahamson291]

For the girls, cuffs, heels and toes!

[@lavendercottagefibrearts]

please say that eric will have your yarn stash in the background of his zoom meetings!

[@ApplesandPeanutButter]

I was also wondering what his coworrkers make of the yarn background 😁

[@Sylvia_1002]

Hi Kay ... I have a weird (?) question. When using your affiliate link, will you get credit for any additional items purchased that are not on your shop list? Or will they only credit you for the items you have listed? Thanks.

[@CrazySockLady]

I believe I get credit for any items purchased.

[@Sylvia_1002]

Good 😊

[@kimcharles9627]

I just finished listening to The Teacher- the ending really left me thinking…..

[@LindaJuneDisley]

Hi Kay, loving your scrappy blanket. Have a great weekend ❤❤❤

[@FirnMamaMakes]

❤❤❤

[@rdeniserhinehart7512]

All threee

[@Pine-uc7pm]

I love the sweater! You are a garment knitter after all!

[@CrazySockLady]

😂 it’s the excitement of Wyatt wanting the sweater that’s pushing me forward! While I am enjoying it, I would much rather be knitting away on socks 🤣

[@janicesawtell5807]

Are you giving your 9 inch circulars a rest 😅?

[@CrazySockLady]

I just use whatever method I feel like using when I cast on socks.🧦🧶

[@chaosintheenchantedforest]

Kay: I always make size small.from my pattern for a 5 year old. Me: euhm , I always make size small for my own feet😅 I thought it was for shoe size 35 -38 they fit me perfectly. Please tell me I dont have the feet of a 5 year old😅😂

[@CrazySockLady]

😂 Sizes in my patterns are based on circumference and not shoe size 🧦

[@chaosintheenchantedforest]

@@CrazySockLady u do use 56 stiches though 🤣 but atleast my needle is a tiny bit bigger than yours. I use 2,5 😁

[@MelanieServices]

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[@Beachwood58]

Am I the only one deeply missing Felici from Knitpicks? The replacement, Felicini, is not at pleasing to me. 😢