Double Knitting with Alasdair Post-Quinn - Ep. 99 - Fruity Knitting Podcast

Double Knitting is the theme of our feature interview with our guest Alasdair Post-Quinn. Alasdair has developed techniques to combine double knitting with many other techniques including cables, lace and entrelac, and has produced some truly amazing designs.
We also have a design from Knorfolknots in New Releases, and we're looking at lambing in Meet the Shepherdess. We've both made progress on our projects, and Madeleine drops in to say hi and show us her latest project!
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[@helga5723]

Today I had really a smile on my face 😃 I miss you, Andrew! Dear Andrea and Madelaine, thank you so much for keeping the chanel going ❤

[@teresaprice5070]

Alasdair's work absolutely flabbergasted me! The engineer in me was RIVETED!!

[@soniaclarke1171]

Alasdairs work is truly amazing, what an amazing man.

[@jedburghpear9633]

Just totally in awe of Alasdair's talent.

[@twanablevins]

I love Andrews history lesson. That is fabulous! Your shows are always so interesting and I love these surprise extra lessons! Thank you Andrew...And Andrea I always love your informative lessons as well. Thank you both!

[@TheFrenchSiana]

The interview with Alasdair was so amazing! Such original projects and he was a pleasure to listen to

[@TheProductofyourmind]

Honestly, what I would most love to see is your yarn stash... I've got all my yarn in transparent boxes, sorted and shelved and I love seeing how other people store their fibres and what they have... many people I know have one or two balls of yarn that they've had for ages and never used because they're just too pretty or have certain memories attached to them... so yeah, I'd love to see that!

[@joanneyoung1081]

love love love the lambing section so adorable . the owner was so informative.

[@cbs70]

Informative episode. I wanted a lamb for years as a young child, but Santa was too wise and saw that a suburban house could not raise a lamb to an ewe. Double knitting is now on my to- learn challenges in my self discover path in knitting.

[@pstcali7152]

Wow! What a podcast, but the double knitting did leave me speechless 😶 and I thought I knew how to knit. With your podcast I have seen knitting in a different perspective and there is so much to learn. The answer that Andrea gave on the substituting of yarns, it is definitely an eye opener. Thank you both. ❤️🇨🇴

[@rebapowers4428]

Andrea’s capacity for thinking aloud coupled with with her hard-won fiber expertise elevates my progress in the art. Many thanks! 🧶

[@jacquelinewillson4232]

It would be interesting to hear you talk about why you chose the name "Fruity Knitting". Happy belated Birthday Andrea!

[@SemicolonExpected]

I feel like it has to do with that fruit bowl in the back

[@NadineTouzet]

Your podcasts are really high-quality magazine-standard. There is so much work behind it all, what with the ideas, and the actual production. I must say that the Alasdair Post-Quinn section went right above my head, but it's magical to witness what some talented people are able to create. Happy 50th to Andrea, what strange times to celebrate a major milestone, but at least you'll remember the cigars! Looking forward to the next episode xx

[@pommebour5354]

I am so excited by this interview! I took an online class with Alasdair on double knitting that kickstarted my trying out new knitting techniques and changed my knitting from a hobby to a passion! can't wait to watch it (I got so excited when I saw his name I commented before even watching the episode)

[@FruityKnitting]

That's brilliant. Hope you get even more inspiration from the interview!

[@steviegiammarino4150]

What stunning color work knitting........this is a man after my own heart!

[@pamelawilkinson177]

Thanks for a bit of history for the new release section. Your unique podcast is one of my favorites. True lifestyle knitting!

[@Lamara5292]

Oh wow! Double knitting! I still am trying to master colour work. Sheesh! Love Madeline's hat. Andrew sure does a fine job on his knit wear. Andrea, that combination on your garment is very lovely. Those sheep were great, those little lambs are so darn cute! Episode 100, looking forward to it.

[@nicolefields5917]

Happy Birthday (a bit belated) dear Andrea! As a woman who is a few years ahead of you, I can say that being in my 50s is really the best decade so far, I hope you find it that way too. I am also grateful for the content in this 99th episode-how is that possible?! I have watched every single one, and am looking forward to how you and Andrew will decide to celebrate this milestone. All the best to you both, and many happy returns on your birthday, Andrea!

[@FruityKnitting]

Thank you so much Nicole

[@patmillett8056]

Learning double knitting is on my list of techniques to attempt this year. Thanks for the inspiration ( mine will be the very basic work).

[@mattbetsyonthemove]

Such a great show. I just adore it. Love the fact that my husband "watches" over my shoulder. He pops in for Andrew's historical context segments. You two are so cute together. Your passion for what you do is so evident in the quality and care you put into each episode. Best podcast series I've ever watched! Keep up the fantastic work.

[@FruityKnitting]

Thank you, Betsy. We love hearing that the husbands are coming to watch too!!

[@patmurphy5594]

HappyBirthday! It only gets better as the years pass by. Happiness and good health, Pat in Baltimore

[@hazeluzzell]

Nathan Taylor has loads of double knitting patterns. He is in the process of writing a book about it.

[@hannahoron9740]

First of all, may I congratulate Andrea on her 50th, and may there be many happy returns of the day! I agree with Andrew that you are looking gorgeous as ever! And I hope I´m not overstepping any boundaries here to say that your daughter is equally beautiful. I thouroughly enjoyed your show, it was very informative and interesting. The section about Double Knitting was jaw-dropping! Thank you for sharing this with us. I hope that I may soon manage to become one of the patreons of Fruity Knitting. Stay safe and healthy!

[@suzesas]

Happy birthday ! Thank you for all of your unique programs. We keep knitting and carry on, but you add new content every episode.

[@FruityKnitting]

Thanks, Suze. We are trying to stay focused!!

[@cherylevers4247]

I learned something new from Andrew about my home state of Ohio. I did not realize we had Flint Alley. We have such a strong history regarding ancestral Indian tribes that relied on flint for their tools. Andrea, it is evident that your podcast are well thought through and professionally done.

[@pamelamckenzie2685]

Great knitting what you both have done, love the flint stones fab i love watching it when a child, the swatch what you knitted Andrew is Tops fantastic keep up with the great knitting i love to watch men knitters .

[@Bobbieliz]

So interesting about the lambing. I learned so much!

[@susanhenry9730]

What a fabulous birthday present, Andrew. It reminded me of a family story when my brother went to my Great Aunt’s house one day - a fun, spirited, petite woman from a rather wealthy and refined New England family - and she answered the door with a cigar in hand and said, “Come onin, I’m just watching the boxing matches!”

[@FruityKnitting]

Sounds like a character! Thinking of Andrea as a great aunt...

[@NattyKnitterNeet]

Birthday wishes, Andrea! May you have many more and may you and Andrew continue to delight us with your informative video podcasts. I loved learning about double knitting and how versatile it can be, it has joined the other things on my to knit list. Thanks for being so inspirational.

[@denisezeman5696]

Happy Birthday Andrea! Love your show! I've learned so much. I started binge watching last fall when my friend in North Carolina told me about your show. Very enjoyable while learning lots of new skills! Thank you!

[@jessicagoldberg464]

I adore hearing Andrew nerd out; it is one of the great pleasures of the show since Andrew joined full time.

[@cherylsoyster5894]

WOW, what a great interview, you asked great questions. I love your programs, beautiful music choices, interesting interviews, and I love the family aspect, ad I can't say enough about "extreme knitting. " Thank you. Happy birthday, you are absolutely stunning!

[@pamelamckenzie2685]

I love the man kniting its fantastic it really is you can see he loving what he dose as it shows in his work.

[@postulatedspace]

OMG the double knitting madness! i don't think I will ever be able to do that. So amazing.

[@rumination608]

The double knitting looks so warm and durable! Amazing designs and colors!

[@pialindeg]

Wauv wauv wauv! You really caught a very big fish here. The work of Alasdair Post-Quinn is so interesting. I am deeply inspired to try his techniques though I never fancied double-knitting - thougt it was very nice material but too slow to do. But I am into experimentation - this is amazing. Come on girls and Andrew and Andrea!

[@shadow7005]

I really injoy every episode and learned so much. Thank you so much.

[@janetdaniels8816]

Happy Birthday, Andrea. Thanks the interviews. Always in depth and always inspiring. Keep up the good work,both of you.

[@FruityKnitting]

Thank you, Janet. Planning to keep it up as long as we can!

[@janetdaniels8816]

@@FruityKnitting So, what do you need to keep going?

[@KathyReedKnits]

Another fantastic episode! Grist. That’s the magic word in yarn substitution. Yards per pound or meters per kilo. My niggling little problem is in measuring length. It can really be affected by the amount of tension it’s under while being measured. When is a meter not a meter? The second time I measure the same piece of yarn. 🤔

[@sunrhyze]

I was so surprised and amused to see that you have personal history with The Flintstones, a staple of my childhood! One of my favorite jokes from a stand-up comic, decades ago, was "If Fred Flintstone knew that the large order of ribs was going to tip over his car, why did he keep ordering it at the beginning of every episode?"

[@smartin8247]

A lovely jewel of a treat in somewhat difficult times. Thank you!! I especially liked the interview with Alasdair and his gorgeous projects - so inspiring. Happy Birthday Andrea and here's hoping that the rest of the year improves. You could always have a postponed birthday party later on in the year - a good excuse if there ever was one.

[@jenniferrahm3600]

As always you are both a delight to watch. I do hope things are well on your end with this mess we are all in. You look as stunning as ever Andrea! Happy Birthday!! I love how you approach knitting issues, you make it seem rather less complicated and that encourages me to tackle issues that I have in knitting. Love the LAMBS!!! I would love to scoop them up and just carry them around! Good to see the three of you together! Loves and Hugs!

[@JustFluffyQuiltingYarnCrafts]

Another great episode. The double knitting blew my mind.

[@mixedandknot5911]

Very instructive videos. Love this fiber/spun techniques/meterage (which I did not previously know). Happy Birthday, Andrea, and yes you still look gorgeous and young. Enjoy the year in health and happiness. Alasdair Post-Quinn is an amazing knitter. Out-of-this-world.

[@catherinebuttrick5678]

I always enjoy your show but I especially loved the segment about the Gotland sheep in Vermont. And yes, I am picking my jaw up off the floor now that I have seen extreme double knitting. Thank you.

[@judygrayson7896]

Your daughter is such a beauty! Thanks her for sharing her knitting.

[@sleepisabella]

I love double knitting in it's simplest form and this just blows my mind. Absolutely fascinating. Thanks for an eye opener. Regards from Sth Aus. 😀

[@FruityKnitting]

Thank you, Kristina, and greetings to SA!!!

[@TheFrisbeebabe]

Happy birthday Andrea! Thanks for the sheep bit. It made my 2 year old daughter very excited to see “sheep’s” as she calls them! The timing of your double knitting episode couldn’t have been better, as I learnt how to do it earlier this week, following being inspired by it being mentioned and taught in an Arne and Carlos quarantine KAL. I had even found the designer you interview on KZbin! Thanks for the great interview! Greetings from Chad, Africa, and keep up the good work.

[@FruityKnitting]

Great to hear that your daughter enjoyed the sheep. I'm thrilled to get a comment from Chad! (Andrew here. I was always terrible at geography, but from an early age I knew that Chad was right in the middle of Africa.) Thank you for watching, stay in touch!

[@wollfaden1979]

Thank you for introducing me to Kim Hargreaves in past episodes. I bought some of her books and the patterns sit perfectly! I searched a long time for a good basic pullover pattern that fits and finally I found one in her books.

[@FruityKnitting]

Kim Hargreaves does seem to be really good at doing designs that just work - fit nicely and look stylish. Thanks for watching!

[@kathleenkaar6557]

You did give me more confidence about yarn substitutions, thanks.😉

[@donnaglaess137]

A wonderful episode as always. Your playful banter and obvious affection for each other is so enjoyable. I ordered some Gotland yarn from Grand View Farm, really enjoyed this segment. Looking forward to your next podcast as always.

[@juliaconnolly641]

That was such an enjoyable episode, so a big thank you. I think that you get the balance right between each section. Hopefully once lockdown is relaxed you will get to see your mum Andrea and can celebrate your birthday together. Find it hard to believe that you’re 50 though...you must be doing something right :-). Julia x

[@rebeccasenko6956]

Happy Birthday Andrea! Another information and inspirational episode. That double knitting is magical and mysterious. If I ever move north of Florida I might try it. 😂 So good to see Madeleine again too!

[@peterska63]

Each segment was so great but that double knitting blew my mind. The guy is a genius. What a lovely segment with the shepherdess. Thank you once again for a joyful time

[@micheleleblanc9336]

Thank you for another terrific episode! Fascinating history lesson. Thank you Andrew! Thank you Andrea for the Alasdair Post Quinn interview. Such impressive & intriguing knitting!

[@FruityKnitting]

Thank you, Michele!

[@jessicavanderbloomer24]

Happy belated birthday I love this episode and I was inspired by your podcast to knit a baby blanket that has lace and a cable that’s knitted and it is really easy once I got started I hope you enjoy your knitting

[@FruityKnitting]

Thank you, Jessica. Sounds like it's going to be a beautiful blanket.

[@catherinemelnyk]

Yes...jaw-dropping is right! Incredible!

[@mardig2475]

I took a class from Alaistar at Vogue Knitting Columbus. He was great.

[@marty9011]

I could hardly believe what I saw with the double knitting guy. Truly amazing. Thank you.

[@susanadams4964]

Fascinating! Happy Birthday Andrea! We've had two lockdown birthdays in our household this month and, depending on continuing restrictions, two more to come. Fun was had!

[@FruityKnitting]

It's becoming a "thing", isn't it? !!

[@alisonjohnson7197]

WOW! Fabulous episode, never disappointed with your content, always fresh and so very interesting. Alasdair Post-Quinn 's art did make my jaw drop. Those were amazing ! Thank you again, Happy Birthday !

[@FruityKnitting]

Thank you, Alison.

[@jsorensens2]

As usual, another great episode ... 99! Happy Birthday Andrea! Gorgeous as ever! It was so nice to see Madeleine again. Lambing - so educational. Double Knitting? I have his first book on my shelf and have made one long scarf from a free pattern on ravelry. I made it in yarn that's probably too heavy, but he's totally right about doing a long project to really get the hang of it. I'm happy to leave it in my closet just to see it and know I did it! Alasdair is a genius! One day I'll tackle one of his projects. Thank you again for all you do. I'm happy to be a long-term patron. Your show is so valuable!

[@marieahlin3890]

Happy birthday Andrea! Another interesting episode, I loved the lambs. ❤️🤓

[@k.leetalon742]

Thank you!

[@lauraneville4751]

OMG DOUBLE KNITTING! I know the basics, but what he does is extreme. WOW!

[@normasmith8928]

thank you andrea for a great explanation of substituting!

[@ludmillarowinsky5479]

For me, this was the best video yet. Everything flowed together. I so enjoyed Alasdair’s “show and tell.” I’m one of those people who will try anything once (in knitting), but I’ll have to get up my courage to attempt that. Thank you very much for all your wonderful podcasts. Belated birthday wishes for a lifetime of happiness, Andrea. Многая Літа!

[@FruityKnitting]

Thank you, Ludmilla, and good luck with your double knitting project! A + A.

[@elenicekraemer6343]

Happy Birthday Andrea! 🎂🥂🍾🎊🎉 I'm beggining to love the historical-philosophical classes Andrew is presenting us! Can't lift my jaw of the flour with that double-knitting... mind blowing!

[@FruityKnitting]

Thank you, Elenice! The double-knitting is certainly good to set new horizons.

[@habibadalil6822]

Wow beautiful the first time to know about double knitting thank u

[@brendasolanki8424]

I love how you explain how to change/fix/modify even when you have exact gauge when something doesn't fit as you want. Loved Andrew's flint/Flintstone detour! Actually a birthday in a pandemic is a new experience; not so sure about the cigars though although looking at as a daring dangerous challenge...welllllll. Alasdair's double knitting was astonishing. Thanks for another great episode. Oh yes, I loved the pompom on Madeleine's hat and I don't normally like that look at all. HUgs.

[@pastevens2577]

Happy birthday, Andrea! Another great show. Your explanation of how to choose substitute yarns was really helpful and would explain why I always seem to have problems in that area. And Alasdair's creations were truly jaw-dropping.

[@FruityKnitting]

Thank you!

[@tinabeaver]

I am a rock hound and loved the geology segment; as well as the history lesson. Your show is incredibly informative and I giddy with curiosity wondering which Post-Quinn design you will take on! Take care and thank you!

[@lisebanville1125]

C' est extraordinaire , tout ce que je vois sur vos post, que que viens de découvrir, 'c'est vraiment plus que BEAU , J'ADORE MERCI

[@msznmszn]

I just noticed the Toft birds in the background :) and remembered Andrea talking about their floppy heads. I have since made my first two birds, and remembering Andrea's comment, I stuffed the neck of my heron - and it worked! You cannot see the stuffing, the bird sits with the head up, and there are no dangerous wires inside.

[@FruityKnitting]

Andrea stuffed the necks of ours too. I suspect it's the amount of stuffing which could help. What is clear is that they are two very cheeky birds.

[@cradock38]

Wonderful interview with Alistair. Thank you Andrea - great questions. So inspiring - though I don't think I will be trying anytime soon!

[@FruityKnitting]

Maybe little steps at first. Alasdair is working at the more difficult end...

[@jill552]

Alastair is brilliant. Wow!

[@patogden856]

Double knitting , astonishing !!!!!!!

[@katherineraven6381]

Really ♡ this Gorgeous designs

[@marie-franceegalite3839]

Cuban cigar and rhum it’s a one in a lifetime experience! You will love it . Happy bithday Andrea!

[@122501lya]

I love the patern of double knitting !

[@FruityKnitting]

It is amazing what Alasdair has created with his techniques.

[@Soffity]

I made that mistake, substituted the wrong yarn, when I had spent untold hours/months finishing my project it was very disappointing as the fabric was very stretchy and holey compared to the original. So now I know why. Thanks Andrea.

[@bodilknits]

The sound of those lambs eating the milk at the end there, I just love it! Thank you for yet another great show, I just love you guys. A perfect mix between information, "hygge", inspiration and fun. And happy birthday to you Andrea, you look just stunning! I've been trying to think of a clever question, but the only thing that keeps popping up is how you came up with the name "Fruity knitting". Also, I'm really curious as to how the rest of your place looks, maybe you could show us how you live. Interior decorating, gardening and knitting are my top three hobbies. With knitting on top, or rather 50 % knitting, 25 % crocheting and 25 % sewing :) Until next time, stay safe and take care!

[@traceyscott7765]

Hello, the work here is absolutely beautiful! I went to Alasdair Post-Quinn's website to see if I could order a few of his books and he said that his home and all of his work samples, and yarn was burned in a massive fire. So sorry to hear this. Praying he and his wife will rebuild and get their business back on the ground, better than ever!

[@mardig2475]

I live in Ohio. My brother is a flint knapper. He makes beautiful knives and arrowheads, often from flint he finds in nature.

[@FruityKnitting]

I watched a few KZbin videos and it is amazing what people do with flint. So intricate. Greetings to Ohio!

[@Sandrahsings]

Unbelievable 🤯❤️❤️❤️

[@elissamcgahren8473]

Great interview Andrea!

[@CleoJLW]

I'm still watching. But, I had to pause because you two are just too adorable at 12:44 . So cute!

[@FruityKnitting]

One stitch is a little off... So many good stitches... Always good to see you, Constance!!

[@KathyReedKnits]

14000 good stitches, Andrew! Yay!

[@midgeporter7495]

As always I really enjoyed your wonderful podcast. I have bought the Field Flint pattern and I am really looking forward to starting it. The double knitting was awesome! Certainly outside my knitting comfort zone :)

[@FruityKnitting]

Good luck with the Field Flint, and maybe you can ease yourself into the double knitting? Thanks for watching!

[@gailkendall9328]

You are companions during my late night knitting sessions.It is a treat when a new episode roles along. I appreciated the exposition on flints. I love Norfolk's north coast and all the delicious flint structures. Flint and Silica are interchangeable terms for the glassmaker component essential to all ceramic glazes. I don't know if the flint is ground up flints, with the silica being ground up sand, but I like to think so. Andrea, I appreciated your analysis of the Marie Wallin sweater pattern and your detailed description of ways you are dealing with accommodating the off kilter profile. I did wonder if washing and blocking would have relaxed the slipped stitch pattern and expanded the portion above the colorwork section. Thanks you two for a truly soothing gift to all us fans during this weird time. Ditto to the comment from Jacqueline below: tell us how the name of your podcast came about during the landmark 100th episode. Have fun...

[@FruityKnitting]

Thanks for your lovely comments Gail.

[@carolynlambert4543]

HAPPY BIRTHDAY Andrea have a happy year ahead 🎂🎂🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺

[@gu1targrrrl]

Happy Birthday Andrea! I was keen to watch Alasdair’s interview and after seeing it I rushed to check my Patreon emails, thinking there might be a discount I could use to buy his second book. I already have the first one. I couldn’t find anything and it doesn’t seem possible to obtain a copy in UK right now. Not available from Amazon uk site and not shipping to UK from US site. How frustrating! Maybe through his a Ravelry store? I haven’t looked there yet. Anyway, thanks so much for the series, I really enjoy watching you both and am constantly impressed by the speed at which you turn out new projects.

[@mariajohnson2294]

I'm going to go double-knit now! Thanks!

[@ummsalamah7711]

BEAUTIFUL DOUBLE KNITTING

[@jennyhonda9642]

Happy Birthday from Australia Andrea, wishing a creative year ahead👏

[@FruityKnitting]

Thank you, Jenny. Greetings to Oz!

[@charlotte8279]

Thank you for your Flintstone's introduction, I needed it (being 12)

[@mercedespisano6679]

Excellent musical choices, as always

[@FruityKnitting]

Thank you, Mercedes!

[@patriciaparkes9660]

Yabba Dabba Doo !! Story:- We went shopping on a Friday evening after hubby came from work. On the way home ( the same time each week) we would call into the Fish & Chip shop for a take away. On the TV would be the Flint Stones children’s program. Our daughter would be 2/3 yrs old at the time, she named it ‘The Yabba Dabba Doo Shop’ Amanda will be 50 yrs old on 11th Jan 2021. The shop is still there, still our Yabba Dabba Doo Shop 😂🤣. Lots of love to you all. Thinking & praying for you lots for a speedy recovery, always ‘try’ to think positive . Both my husband & myself have got through when we did not expect to. God Bless you all. Thank you for helping so many of us through these difficult times. xx

[@teriadams7398]

I had made a jumper that had the same kind of accordion pulling, I ripped back and where the troughs are I went up a from 3.0 to 4.25 I believe, it worked great. Just have to remember to change needles where needed. It blocked beautifully, and still had the beautiful texture. The gauge was a tad different but not enough to really notice. I have it as a gift.

[@fairydustbunnies]

Happy belated birthday! I don't know about those cigars. I would turn green but what else do you do in lock down. lol Thank you for all the work you do!

[@concettorametta9005]

Lisa R Patreon, , This is an amazing double knit designer , but I think if you want to get a totally different style ( ie fair isle -seque) classic perhaps to appeal to even more knitters who’d like to try - I can highly recommend Lucy Neatby. She’s published books , patterns , made many video classes over the years . She’s quite a n interesting person , for certain . I’ve had the pleasure of taking her classes several times . Excellent teacher , has patterns that are more approachable for newbies . Her background is in Canadian Fishing originally. It a great technique, . I wonder if I’d have felt a bit overwhelmed with these designs being so advanced ..’. Just my thinking out loud - lol ! Very impressive segment , thank you :)

[@FruityKnitting]

Had certainly heard the name, but now added to our list. Thank you, Lisa!

[@kathyfaulk710]

Loved the discussion on yarn substitutions!

[@FruityKnitting]

Glad you found that helpful, Kathy!