Episode 88 - Barcelona Knits, Spain, lots of Knitting and Yarn!

[@Mewgraves]

Thank you! This entire episode was amazing.

[@nanniecharm3990]

Kimba shawl is stunning, as always love your colour choices. She will love it.

[@sunnyw4148]

Wow thanks for a wonderful tour. So great that you filmed so much so we could share. And I love all the yarn and food choices.

[@littlebigknits]

Thank you so much! And you are welcome!! I had soooo much footage and had so much more 😂

[@TorunnRL]

Thank you, I had a nice time watching your podcast 🙂

[@dscharf461]

Wow to everything, thank you from Arizona, USA.

[@littlebigknits]

You are so welcome!

[@carolinvonfritsch5312]

Lovely to watch, thank you Selma for sharing!

[@littlebigknits]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@BreCat7]

Thank you for sharing your time in Madrid.

[@laurakohnross6106]

Great episode. Enjoyed hearing and viewing all the places you went. Enjoy your new yarns. Thanks!

[@ResolutionWorld-i4y]

Thank you Selma for sharing both your knitting journey and your travels to Spain. I thoroughly enjoyed both.

[@littlebigknits]

You are so welcome!

[@krisnugent1250]

gorgeous buttons - those will look fab with the blue gray fuzzy yarn

[@ollerupcrafts]

I love Barcelona. I have been there several times. If you haven’t been to Palau de la musica, you must see it some time. It is gorgeous, with or without concert music.

[@lisanakao1043]

Thank you for sharing your lovely trip. Saw some beautiful yarns. ❤

[@LadyOfLaMancha19]

You are correct - Madrid is much cleaner than it was when we studied here 30-odd years ago. Some of the most noticeable changes came about after the city stopped using diesel buses for public transportation in the late 90s, and then stronger regulations were passed on coal furnaces to phase them out. Now there are sections of the city where only electric or hybrid cars are allowed. For example, we cannot drive our Mitsubishi anywhere within the circumference of the Zona Centro (Atocha, la Castellana, Palacio Real, etc). Glad to see you supporting XollaWool. Elena and her husband are trying to save the Ripollesa breed from extinction, and her new color palette was debuted at Barcelona Knits (I'll be placing an order soon!). And Justina's Feliz y Punto yarns are always divine, but I especially love that blue you bought!

[@mariagarciaarias6697]

Todo muy bonito pero no se tu idioma

[@gretabrown8320]

Don’t be disappointed! It looks lovely and the boxy tops are better these days for the wide leg pants

[@susanbruty4727]

That shawl for your mother in law ....when you held the turquoise against your face I thought ...wow ...that colour really suits you.

[@littlebigknits]

I would not normally be drawn to those colours at all!

[@rsbeaddesign2432]

❤Thank you for sharing the lovely videos from Madrid and Barcelona. These two cities are definitely on my bucket list. The building architecture is fascinating. Rachel S.

[@littlebigknits]

You should!

[@notaclue822]

That wrap from Ivana is amazing. Maybe I will make something in colourwork using those colours one day.

[@lba75]

Lars is actually here 😉 It was truly a pleasure meeting you Selma….hopefully we will meet again 👍🏼

[@littlebigknits]

Hello to him 😂 A pleasure meeting you too!

[@ToothFairyPurls]

Your Kimba shawl turned out so beautiful 😍 Thank you for sharing your footage of Spain, a truly wonderful trip and a magic place 😊

[@littlebigknits]

Thank you my dear!

[@lynntrantham3100]

The shoel you made in blue is beautiful.❤

[@catherinewithall8344]

The colour of your vest is lovely with your skin tone. 😊

[@gayleklein8890]

Thank you foe your beautiful video of these cities!❤

[@littlebigknits]

Glad you like them!

[@liselabossiere1517]

Wow very nice purchases...Thank you!

[@elenajimenez1474]

Amazing episode. I am from Madrid and I am very proud of my city. I'm glad you liked it

[@ericallerton809]

Great to catch up,,,,, What a great trip ,,,Lots of memories,,,,!!! Great Pics and scenes,,,,, YARN!!! LOVELY,,,, and seeing UR son,,,!!! Thanks Selma,,,!! Elaine 🏡🎄⛄⛄

[@monika_rudnicka]

Thanks for the lovely episode! Love from Poland (you said 7oczek just great)! ❤️❤️

[@littlebigknits]

Nice to know!! I find polish really hard to figure out sometimes!!

[@enidshaw3852]

thank you for sharing the video at end the choices of the various foods was amazing the architecture in both cities very interesting keep taking care xxxx

[@littlebigknits]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@rikkenielsen2364]

As always it is so inspirering to se what you are making and dreaming about. I especially loved the fotos from Barcelona this time. It is always fun to see places through other eyes. I just visited Barcelona to months ago and saw many of the same places

[@littlebigknits]

Glad you like them!

[@joannamartin7917]

Wonderful podcast as always. Your natural warmth just shines in everything you do. 😊😻

[@littlebigknits]

Awww 🥰 thank you!

[@susanc6335]

Another fab episode, lovely to see a bit of the festival and the spanish city life and good to see/hear you enjoyed yourself 😁 I think your slip over looks lovely on you, but then you need to be happy with it. How about styling it 'down' with a jean shirt and comfy jogger bottoms? Own the ease - I'm comfy and I look it! 🤣 happy knitting 💚 p.s. the shawl was gorgeous, no doubt you made the recipient very happy!

[@rowenaphilbeck1919]

Wow such a nice trip love the footage! Thanks and you have some beautiful yarn too!

[@littlebigknits]

Thank you! 😊

[@Dailywhatnots]

That woven wrap...❤

[@theknittystew]

Another episode FULL of ALLLLL the woolly goodness. First item that took my breath away: the Kimba Shawl! Wow. Second item: the woven wrap by Ivana is absolutely stunning!!!! I think Yoda will have to fight you all for it. I am so happy your year rounded with this very special trip with wonderful people, experiences and heart-warming nostalgia. Thanks for the beautiful footage. I haven't been to Spain... yet.

[@littlebigknits]

You’ll have to come and visit me when I’m living there again!! 😉😉 one can dream!

[@k8tgooch224]

Thank you for the beautiful chat and trip details. The wrap Ivana made you is stunning. I watch her podcast too and it’s lovely to see togetherness between podcasters ❤❤

[@pialindeg]

Us women are often too self-critical. I think you are beautiful in your lilac vest and the vest is beautiful too🤗🙂

[@craftymystic4868]

Thanks for taking us with you, Selma!

[@littlebigknits]

My pleasure 😊

[@margotgrant3947]

Really pretty vest, lovely lace; consider keeping - 😊 pair with cream color silk cowl neck long sleeve and matching flowy pants or skirt - elegance ❤️❤️

[@alenemazzuca5118]

my grandparents are from malaga and Barcelona and I have never been there...they are long gone , really enjoyed seeing your travels.

[@littlebigknits]

It’s definitely worth the trip!

[@joanneyoung1081]

Absolute gorgeous footage. The solo singer, Spain’s cultural amazing dancing last but not least beautiful yarn. Thank you

[@littlebigknits]

Glad you enjoyed it!!

[@kazwahmelbourne9271]

Wow, what a trip, thank you for all the beautiful footage. Love your knits and the gorgeous yarn haul....The wrap that Ivana made you is stuff of dreams, what an extravagantly exquisite piece it is, it looks so beautiful on you

[@littlebigknits]

It really is exquisite!!

[@aliiljah8224]

Hello, The shawl you knitted for your mother-in-law is gorgeous, I love the colors you chose. Of course the turquoise is my favorite color. I REALLY enjoy watching your videos very much. Thank you. Alicia. Across the Lake Erie

[@littlebigknits]

Thank you so much!

[@suebaughman2440]

Your vest looks good on camera with your blouse under it.

[@rania_statho67]

The Kimba shawl for your mother-in-law is stunning! So are the plumage socks! I see myself knitting one pair, too. Can't wait for Amy Palko's poncho pattern. The yarn you're using is dreamy!

[@catherinegriffith7776]

Always enjoy your podcasts, soothing voice and wonderful knits. I was searching for a project last night to suit new yarn and your projects kept popping up! I loved the Spain videos, will be heading there next Sep/Oct. Cheers, Catherine from Australia 😊

[@littlebigknits]

Thank you! That is quite the coincidence 😊 enjoy Spain!!

[@patmorgan8692]

This was such a great podcast.....loved all of your yarn purchases and the wrap you received as a gift...how luxurious and beautiful!! Loved the footage at the end. I actually went to Madrid during a semester break while in college...thanks for sharing with us😊

[@littlebigknits]

You are so welcome!

[@kasiamichalec2305]

Lovely podcast, I really enjoyed footage from your trip.

[@littlebigknits]

So glad!

[@purlfectpairings]

Great episode, Selma! How wonderful is it that we have the ability to travel and experience other cultures and sights with the added bonus of a yarn festival! I hope you enjoy knitting your haul! You acquired some beautiful skeins!❤

[@littlebigknits]

I definitely will!! Thank you 😊

[@thebooknitter]

The old name of my knitted closet is trizas y trazos ❤ i have to go back to madrid and visit barcelona again. I spent 2 horas in la sagrada familia. It is beautiful

[@thekindles1183]

Beautiful yarns and such a fun trip! The city look impeccably clean, wow! How beautiful! Felt the same way about knitting in December, and also hope to knit a gnome. All the best, Selma. - Kimberly

[@littlebigknits]

Thank you! You too!

[@claireholmes7752]

What an interesting visit, Selma. How lovely for you to be able to catch up with old friends and new. Your acquisitions are beautiful and I look forward to seeing what you make from them. I particularly enjoyed your film clips from Barcelona - a city I have visited several times and always love visiting. I think I may have to revisit it and the next Barcelona Knits festival would be a good excuse!! Thank you. x

[@littlebigknits]

Thank you so much!

[@solangethompson4251]

Loved this episode soooo much. The footage at the end was beautiful. I want to travel to Barcelona now ❤❤.

[@littlebigknits]

You should!

[@neusgbcn]

Hello Selma! I met you in person and we were talking a bit in Barcelona Knits. I remember you told me that you used to be an English teacher. I always enjoy your podcasts and I learn a lot from your videos. Even more specially I really liked the ones about Barcelona, Sitges and Madrid. All of these, are places that I know very well. Looking forward to meeting you again in Barcelona!

[@littlebigknits]

Yes I was indeed!! Hello 👋 hello 👋!! It was lovely to talk to you in Barcelona!!

[@JanHowe-ll3zr]

Thank you for the beautiful scenes of your trip. All your acquisitions are just gorgeous. You are going to be a busy lady with all the new projects.

[@littlebigknits]

I sure am!!

[@heatherlynnewest]

Your BCN footage made me smile. I have such happy memories of my 6-month stay there over 20 years ago (how did THAT happen? Time flies). Thank you for taking such great photos and videos.

[@littlebigknits]

It is crazy how time flies!!

[@scribe6430]

Really nice episode, thanks for sharing ❤ I haven't been to Madrid but it looks beautiful and I look forward to visit the city and yarn shops when I go there 🥰

[@audreyfleming3344]

I picked up The Sweet Viscose from My Knitted Closet while at Barcelona Knits to make the Lobelia Top by Cecilia García Rodrigo. She had one made up and it looked great!

[@kathleentanti4387]

I had a holiday in Sitges in 2014. Lovely place. Great beach.

[@CamijoKnitDesign]

Thank you for a lovely episode. What a joy it was to hang out with you and the rest of the fellowship :)

[@littlebigknits]

😘😘😘 it sure was!

[@paigemckelvey8781]

Oh, to be a traveller in your knitting bag! I have never been to either Madrid or Barcelona, they look like very beautiful places. A knitting retreat in the future, perhaps. I can't wait to see your little Christmas display that is in view behind you in your podcasts. Take care and catch your breath!

[@littlebigknits]

They are both cities worth a visit!! I am a little behind in Christmas decorating this year but next time it will be festive for sure!

[@margotgrant3947]

Beeeeutiful blue shawl - Lucky Suegra🫶

[@HawthornCottageCraft]

Loved the episode! Spain looked glorious! And by the way, I love the vest you are wearing just as it is. It is stunning on you!❤

[@littlebigknits]

Thank you 😊

[@nicolelafontaine1720]

So many great knits and yarn acquisitions ! Thank you so much for sharing your trip and your friendships with us. 💃🏻

[@littlebigknits]

Thanks to you Nicole!!

[@jeaninegunn4118]

Oh Selma! what a lovely podcast as usual however a little more special. I loved the footage of the foods as it reminded me very much of all the "bars e botiquins" in Brazil where I was raised. Que delicias!!

[@littlebigknits]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@roxanadumitriade7777]

Lovely episode!

[@Susie_F]

¡Hola Selma! 👋🏽 Me encantó este episodio. Gracias por compartir sobre los hilos e regalos bellos que adquiriste y sobre tus aventuras magníficas en Madrid e Barcelona.😍 ¡Espero la próxima! Saludos. 🩷

[@littlebigknits]

Me alegro que te haya gustado!

[@lilitagarcia2638]

Querida Selma, me alegro muchisimo que pudieras venir y ver el cambio de Madrid y tambien te gustar Barcelona. Estoy impresionada todos los proyectos que llevas (lo digo por el Poncho de Amy no lo tenías empezado) yo tb me puse a tejerlo, hace tiempo que quería una prenda así. Me encantan todas tus compras!!! son espectaculares, además, yo siempre pensaba que tenías que ver como estaba el mundo tejeril en españa. He cumplido un sueño que era tejer contigo una tarde tomando café, lo pasé genial Un abrazo grandote!

[@littlebigknits]

Awww gracias Lilian!! Me alegro tanto que nos nos hayamos encontrado!!! Y debo decir que tengo visiones de volver!!

[@barbaraamping5659]

I loved seeing your videos ❤

[@rosalynblackett6661]

I look forward to getting your podcast, and enjoy every minute of it! So glad you share your love of knitting with us!😊

[@rosalynblackett6661]

You not only share your love of knitting but your love of travel and adventures. Thank you!!!

[@littlebigknits]

Thank you so much!!

[@shewhocraftsandplans7736]

Oh my gosh that vest top is absolutely stunning! Very delicate with a beautiful shade. You are so talented! I struggle with round necks I make one side nest and the other looks like. Dog has chewed it! It’s sad to hear you aren’t happy with the best top after you put so much love into it. Kelly at lay family yarns makes a gorgeous blue yarn called cloud. It’s exactly the same S a perfect blue sky. Oh the kimba shawl is perfect for finishing an outfit or for round your shoulders on a summers evening xxx

[@littlebigknits]

I will check out her blue!!

[@anneb.8633]

The very pretty floral blouse you have on goes amazingly well with almost all of the new yarn you’ve shown. ❤

[@littlebigknits]

It’s like a neutral piece in my wardrobe!! It works with so many of my pieces!

[@angieanderson6082]

I’m knitting the Coorie In Poncho, too. I’m using 24 minis from a countdown calendar from Orlando Fiber Arts!! You’re so right, it’s a wonderful knit. I had a hard time putting it down to get ready for an appointment. LOL!

[@littlebigknits]

That will be a lovely version!!!

[@sunrhyze]

"I would really like to make a gnome." Okay, so that was a little plot twist right there at the end. 😆😆

[@littlebigknits]

A little diversion from the usual path!! 😂😂

[@silveralanatural]

The wrap is absolutely gorgeous 😍

[@elisekt1860]

I enjoyed seeing your videos of your trip. Madrid and Barcelona are on my bucket list. Architecture, history, art, and food and yarn, what more can you ask for except more food and Yarn.

[@littlebigknits]

That just about sums it up!

[@birgithillebrand8932]

Thank you for sharing ! So Nice to see Barcelona again, so many lovely memories !All the nice Yarn you came back with 🥰 I also will knit the Poncho from Amy 👍your colour is beautiful

[@hookandstick]

Another wonderful episode! Thank you for sharing your beautiful travel videos💜

[@pipsmo5127]

So beautifull 💚

[@littlebigknits]

Thank you! 😊

[@daniellehanekamp7721]

Thanks so much for this video, loved every minute of it. Great footage at the end. Have a lovely December, happy knitting on the gnome 😊, take care, XD

[@littlebigknits]

Thank you! You too!

[@daniellehanekamp7721]

Thank you so much 😊

[@notaclue822]

I love the way you fixed your jeans! Ok. I just started a poetry pullover by Sari Nordlund, so I'll sign up for the Nordic KAL on ravelry. It's a very enjoyable knit so far.

[@AnitaNíGhal]

A lovely podcast. Thank you so much for sharing your travels. You really make me want to go to Spain soon. In fact I'm resolved. The last time I was in Barcelona was on my honeymoon 25 years ago next Spring, so guess where I'll be heading... well hopefully after I convince my other half!😀

[@littlebigknits]

I hope you do!

[@carmenguzman7991]

Your vest is beautiful and elegant.

[@SusiesStitches]

LOVE YOUR KIMBA SHAWL! Beautiful colors

[@xusblasco5563]

Hi Selma, I understand your objections to the vest t but I honestly think it looks fabulously on you! I was so much looking forward to your podcast an d it’s been worth the wait. Thanks a lot 💫💛

[@littlebigknits]

Thank you!!

[@helenab5289]

Bonjour Selma ce podcast fut un pur bonheur du début à la fin. Thanks a lot ! ❤

[@littlebigknits]

Merci à toi!

[@melahatali2104]

Thank you, Selma for another lovely episode ❤

[@geenanyc]

Madrid is an amazing place. I've been twice there and I always want to come back. Been once in Barcelona and loved it but the Tapas in Granada and Sevilla are really worth the another trip. I am lucky (I guess) I don't live in España otherwise I will weight a ton,😋 I just love their food (and beer, and wine)🤨

[@littlebigknits]

I was thinking the same!!

[@CG-gm8fe]

With the vest you could do some kitchner stitch darts in the sides just to sinch it in a little. Would make a difference to take away the boxy shape, otherwise its lovely and with that shirt.

[@anneliolaussonholmstrom6616]

I think the vest is really pretty and the color look great on you. Maybe you would like to try it out with a tight long sleeved tee underneath? The boxiness of the vest would then in my opinion not be disturbing as much. Maybe even the length would be good 😘 Many thanks for sharing your knitting and thanks for the company 🥰

[@littlebigknits]

Thanks for the tip!

[@victoriaguerin2851]

I visited Barcelona for the first time in 1972 and La Sagrada Familia was at a very early stage of construction; I think only the towers were in place. Somewhere I have a photo of a couple of workers on the site, asleep against a sign that read "Los que dicen que no se terminará no conocen nuestro pueblo" (Those who say it will never be finished don't know our people)!

[@littlebigknits]

Sleeping in the job makes for slow progress!! 😂😂

[@nokesbob2256]

Always lovely knits! Just a thought. Instead of putting ribbing on the bottom of the vest, when you rip it out, how about continuing the lace pattern to the bottom and then just a simple bind off. Or do the lace pattern to the bottom then add like three knit rows so it won't curl. What a great trip! So much to see and the yarns were all beautiful. Thank you for sharing it all with us.

[@lindatiggelaar2798]

Your vest is beautiful.

[@marujaperezgarcia-estan5249]

Hi! It was lovely to meet you in Barcelona Knits. ❤ I’ve knitted the Tandie and it’s a very interesting pattern but simple at the same time. I love the result. I hope you enjoy knitting and wearing it. 😘

[@littlebigknits]

Lovely to meet you too!! I’m looking forward to making it!!

[@phyllisburke4141]

The shawl is beautiful. I think that part that bulges a bit might be why it fits so well on the shoulders and neck.

[@newbee7002]

Hello Selma, thank you for the wonderful footage of Barcelona. Reminded me of my trip there a few years ago. If you go back, I highly recommend visiting Casa Batlo. I loved it. As for the Ilha sweater, I think the lighter blue yarn would be lovely

[@littlebigknits]

Thank you very much!! I think I’m leaning towards the lighter shade too!

[@therepublicofme]

I think I'm still with you ladies, at least in my daily thoughts..... it was such a joy and pleasure. Beautiful recap dear Selma ❤

[@littlebigknits]

It certainly was!! It is still all very present with me too! Especially as I’m constantly wrapped in your woven hug!

[@leannascherr3710]

Thank you for sending me down memory lane! Your footage of Madrid and Barcelona took me back to our trip in October 2019 where we visited Barcelona, Seville, Cordoba and Madrid. Also, another lovely episode. What beautiful acquisitions and gifts you were able to bring back. Wishing you peace and calm over the holidays!

[@littlebigknits]

And to you!!

[@louisegagne3425]

Hello Selma, You are so inspiring. Thank you so much, Sorry for my bad English, I'm francophone living in Whitehorse, Yukon. Anyway... I had such a good time with you all the time, this one in particular. Maybe next year, I'll go to Barcelone knits? You teased me. Best way to travel around the world . I just finished the Ilya and love it. Have you heard about Crux Fibers? Our little yarn shop in Whitehorse, Britanny is doing spinning, dyieng in wonderfull yarn. Long life to Little Big Knit, so happy to know you. :)

[@littlebigknits]

It really is a great way to travel!!

[@MarshaNovak]

Love your lavender vest! Love the color and personally favor boxy for layering pieces - just my taste

[@brendamorison8671]

Sounds like a fabulous trip. Thanks for taking us along. Love seeing your "loot" and always enjoy what you are working on. Hi to Yoda.

[@littlebigknits]

Yoda says hi!

[@kathyclower8648]

Hi from Florida, Selma! A Beautiful podcast! ll your knits so special and purposeful. Can’t wait to see what you do next. Simple Inspiration!

[@littlebigknits]

Thank you so much ☺️