Everything I Knit This Year with Try Ons and Cost Breakdown | KNITTING PODCAST | Episode 26

[@allanamakesthings]

One thing that helps me justify my yarn costs is not necessarily “cost per wear” but “cost per project length” - knitting is more about enjoying the process for me and if I divide the cost by the amount of time I spent knitting with it I feel like that’s a more accurate measurement of MY enjoyment at least 😉 Happy New Year and happy stitching in 2025!

[@AliMakesEverything]

Yes! Cost per hour of entertainment is definitely something I’ve thought about before with different hobbies. I wish I could convince myself to properly track knitting time so I’d have some idea what those actual numbers are but I haven’t managed it yet 😂 I love this way of thinking about it though.

[@petapendlebury9024]

​@@AliMakesEverything and $800 for a hobby is very little when you consider what some people spend per year on their hobby. We get the fun of the knitting process and we get a wearable garment at the end meaning we don't have to buy that sweater! Bargain really 😊 My favourite knit this year is a navy cardigan from a 1940s pattern. BTW I was told that button band pick up rate is always less than the edge number or you'll get the rippling so in this case I think your pattern may not be correct?

[@KimberlyTran-vz4ld]

Maybe I should film myself watching your videos… does anyone want to watch Ali’s sister react to her?! 😂😂

[@melissabisesi5195]

Hi Ali! I watch a lot of knitting podcasts and just wanted to let you know that yours is one of my favorites... ❤ I hope you have a great New Year and look forward to your videos in 2025.

[@AliMakesEverything]

😍 This is so sweet, thanks so much for watching! Happy new year!

[@Knitweekend]

Love the time and attention you put in to figuring out your cost per wear. Brilliant!! Happy New Year, Ali! Hope it’s great 😊

[@juliecoffey4161]

Hi Ali! You have such great integrity behind your knits. As a Canadian, consider adding a Land Acknowledgement to your introductions. I don’t see anyone doing that on here. It’s a great opportunity to pause and consider this beautiful land we are privileged to live on, seeing as wearing knits is so connected to being in nature.

[@kokirea]

Bee from Maker Bee does it. She's phenomenal, you should check her out !

[@flooofsing]

omg y

[@knitricrochet]

I'm so glad you finished the cardigan for your sister! Two months for it is really fast, especially considering all the cables and the texture. My favourite here is the Fausta, which I'd like to knit as well. But overall, you're great with picking colours! It's so nice to watch a podcast with no beige! As for my favourite knit of 2024, I believe it was my Noelle Blouse, which I tested for Fabel Knitwear. I'll be talking about it (and other tests) in my next video of the knitting channel I just started 😊

[@VicS-hn5hu]

I find the amount of dog hair is affected by the time of year rather than the yarn. My border collies blow their coats in late autumn and again in late spring. This coincides with peak dog hair issues for me, regardless of the yarn I'm using. Thank you for your videos, they are always good fun and excellent value as you squeeze in twice as many words per minute than a standard youtuber. Looking forward to seeing your knits, mugs, and book recommendations in 2025 ❤

[@KimberlyTran-vz4ld]

Looks very bright. Did someone really cool buy you a fancy new light or something? 😂

[@pinelmj]

Hi Ali, Happy New Year! I think that the project I most liked this year was my ranunculus. I used a silk from a local indy dyer and it took only 3 skeins.

[@ShanaH414]

I got myself a Maker shirt for Hanukkah and it’s even better than I expected. My computer is now also adorned with an adorable sticker. I’m the cutest thanks to you! 🎉

[@AliMakesEverything]

😄 This makes me so happy! Thank you! Happy Hanukkah! ☺️

[@knittedbywhitney]

So many gorgeous projects! As much as I don't like PK, I'm really inspired by your yellow No Frills Cardigan 💛 I have yellow yarn to make a normal length cardigan, but I have some stunning electric purple mohair to make a Duster Bunny by Beata Jezek / Hedgehog Fibres to make myself a maxi length cardigan 💜 Do you mind me asking what portable mic you're using for your video? The sound was excellent! The Tekla top would look SO cute over a white long sleeve tee 🩵 my 03 Rib Cami, which was my favourite thing that I knit this year, I finished in November 😅 and I've found so many ways to layer it since then because I was so excited to wear it! HHF Budgie is such a sweet colour and it looks SO pretty on you!

[@AliMakesEverything]

That duster is going to be STUNNING 😍 I can't wait to watch that one come together in your videos! Yay, I'm so happy you noticed the mic making a difference! It's the Rhode Micro Wireless set 😊 brandstore.rode.com/products/wireless-micro?variant=51669126545775 Ooh I hadn't thought about layering it like that! I totally have a longsleeve that would work perfectly for it too. Great idea!

[@knittedbywhitney]

@ thank you so much for the quick reply! I'm excited to see what you make in 2025, especially now that you're free of gift knit cardigan purgatory 😊

[@TheWoollyBat]

I love the fit of your Fausta, and deep teal is my favourite colour! I keep getting distracted by how much I love your jeans too, to the point I bought some similar after watching your no frills cardigan compilation. Also I was so invested in you finishing that cardigan, glad you got it done!

[@AliMakesEverything]

Hahahaha thank you, me too! It was a journey 😂

[@elenabeyers2088]

I was thinking you could knit a tube that could slip on under the fingerless mitts, cover the fingers you want covered, and still use the fingerless mitts as fingerless . Or something that goes around your palm with the mittenlike part. Again to go under the fingerless mitts. Good luck. Happy New Year.

[@KimberlyTran-vz4ld]

I’m dying at these progress pictures. I would have loved the 3/4 sleeve crop cardigan too 😂😂😂

[@lynnmcentire4014]

If you wanted to make the Tekla top again, you could do some short rows at the back hem to even the length out 🤷‍♀️

[@Meredith36]

I actually gasped when you said you had to undo the button band on the 22nd. The cardigan is beautiful and such a stunning gift. You and your mom look so alike. What a wonderful budget for a year of knitting. Happy New Year 🎉! Happy knitting 💚🧶🩷

[@AliMakesEverything]

Hahhahaha the gasp! Thank you for grasping the full severity of the situation 😂

[@KimberlyTran-vz4ld]

Also sweet mug

[@Pinnipedantic]

We need a “Saga” count for how many times you say it. I’m always like WAIT… hahaha I still can’t believe you pulled off the cardigan for Kim but it’s so amazing. How do I get my knits to look as professional as yours??

[@AliMakesEverything]

Me while editing: omg Lauren is going to have a field day 😂😂😂

[@flooofsing]

please update us on the trigger finger mittens for canadian winter situation once the temp dips! :D. also- that no frills cardigan slaps!!!

[@AliMakesEverything]

Absolutely! 😄 And thank you! 😊

[@kcolpitts]

your cloudbow is the perfect board game night top!

[@AliMakesEverything]

Yes, absolutely! 😄

[@KimberlyTran-vz4ld]

OMG just got to the selfie I sent you 😂😂😂 maybe would have taken a clearer shot if I had realized it would appear in a video. In hindsight I probably should have assumed 😅😂

[@KimberlyTran-vz4ld]

For my next gift I would like a floor length no frills cardigan thank you

[@KimberlyTran-vz4ld]

Wait a minute. My cardigan doesn’t have buttons on it does it? I gotta go look in my closet now. Also a size 3?! I like knitting sizes. Sounds slim 😂😂😂

[@CourtOfTarth]

I used to feel silly getting solids from indie dyers but I realized one of the benefits of indie dyers is the vast color selection it opens you up to! They create so many unique, or on trend, solids that big brands just aren’t doing! So no shame for splurging on that winterfell

[@CourtOfTarth]

I say after splurging on a bunch of little lionhead knits sock yarn 😂

[@monicabizelli6710]

I’m sorry for encouraging shenanigans…but your sister’s comments are everything! 😂

[@KimberlyTran-vz4ld]

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[@monicabizelli6710]

@ 🤣🤣🤣

[@Hales1994]

For another pair of dog walking mitts, try the Point Edwards Mitts by Fairlight Fibers. They are customizable on the arm and fingers, with no detachable parts, but full finger coverage.

[@AliMakesEverything]

Ooh I'll look into that one, thank you! 😄

[@Hales1994]

@@AliMakesEverythingmy husband uses his for night time astronomy and loves them. Lots of dexterity required for small knobs, but also cold winter nights. He’s the toastiest astronomer out there.😁

[@champagneknits9333]

Have you considered starching the button band on the No Frills?

[@AliMakesEverything]

Interesting, I’ve never thought to starch anything in my life but maybe this is the time!

[@KimberlyTran-vz4ld]

Really appreciate that my cardigan did not come with a Cooper fur trim 😂

[@SundayMorningKnits]

If you're looking for another dating show, I HIGHLY recommend the Australian Farmer Wants a Wife!!! It's SOOOOOO good hahah

[@AliMakesEverything]

I am taking notes, I’m always looking for more dating shows, thank you so much 😂

[@KimberlyTran-vz4ld]

You forgot that this “Tekla” started as “the blouse”

[@KimberlyTran-vz4ld]

I meant cloudbow

[@gurlybaseballfan]

The. Stockings are no longer available 😢

[@KimberlyTran-vz4ld]

Excuse me. You wore my gift before giving it to me?!? Bahahaha

[@gurlybaseballfan]

The. Stockings are no longer available 😢