Functional & Practical KNITS 🧦 {Knitting Podcast}

[@MYROCKOROCKO]

Cute wash cloths…… gift it with bubble bath soap….. perfect playful gift! 🎶🎶♥️🎶🎶

[@goldwest53]

I always knit socks TAAT. Now, I knit sleeves TAAT! What?!?! I even knit part of the sweater body first, then switch to the sleeves so I’m not dragging the heavy, bulky body around trying to knit the sleeves. Just like TAAT socks, I pick up stitches for sleeves and use a real long cable and do magic loop on both of them.

[@EmilysTeaCup]

I love sleeves TAAT and I will never go back, unless its cabled or something really complex. For stockinette I think its a no brainer. I just love not having to think about matching decreases ect.

[@bridgethealey7188]

knitting sleeves TAAT is so smart omg!! i’m gonna do that now

[@rdeniserhinehart7512]

Looove taat

[@maryw246]

Ok, after watching your videos, I have fallen in love with Lion Brand Fisherman’s yarn. It has so much character. I am in the middle of knitting a great sweater featuring this yarn. Thanks for the tip.

[@Katepwe]

I find large cloths heavy and awkward to use when wet. They grow and can be hard to wring out so I’ve been making them smaller by using a DK yarn (Knit Picks Cotlin and Comfy, Lion Brand 24/7, Tahki Cotton Classic) and a 3mm needle. They end up being about 6”-7” square.

[@alisonmccallister1136]

I love how you use yarn that is affordable, and easy to find. I am really loving your channel.

[@WOOLNEEDLESHANDS]

Thank you so much Alison! ❤️❤️❤️

[@maryw246]

The Woolley Thistle is a wonderful spot for patterns and amazing yarn. It’s my favorite sight for all of my knitting needs.

[@O1iviaR]

Always love your podcast and pretty, cozy space but the "after dark" coziness is epic!! I can't wait to knit the fire pit mitts!!

[@WOOLNEEDLESHANDS]

Thank you so much Liv! I'm glad you like it. Now that it gets dark so early I may need to record more of these 'after dark' episodes. 😅🌙

[@paulyknit]

never dawned on me to knit socks with Fishermans wool. I'll have to try that

[@margaretwright6677]

When you do socks two at a time just do the heel one at a time and it's not as confusing as it sounds.

[@tracymaya4486]

I’m knitting Joji Locatelli’s vest, Gossamer, which is worked from bottom back, up to the shoulder, then split for the front and you work down to the bottom front. But I am working the two front panels TAAT which is new to me but eliminates my angst over placing matching button and buttonhole locations.

[@sewingsoprano]

Thank you so much for sharing the Queen Elizabeth wash cloths! I was looking for a gift idea for a couple of friends and this will be perfect!!! Thank you!

[@WOOLNEEDLESHANDS]

My pleasure! You'll enjoy knitting them as well. ❤️

[@sewingsoprano]

@@WOOLNEEDLESHANDSOh, I've completed one already! I did enjoy making it for sure!

[@mandyfinkiewicz]

your cup is beautiful; my best friend loves blue and she would be all over that mug.

[@SewRunKnit]

Hurray for your new website!

[@WOOLNEEDLESHANDS]

Thank you!!

[@eveadams4371]

I Love the Queen Elizabeth dishcloths! I have seen some pattern books of dishcloths with the same technique of placing a design in the square by placement of the knit/purl stitches. Have you considered making them for afghan squares? A Queen Elizabeth blanket would be lovely.

[@Willyum1031]

I just found your channel and I'm very glad!

[@WOOLNEEDLESHANDS]

I’m so glad you found me Karol! Thank you for watching. ❤️

[@nataliestanchevski4628]

I only knit TAAT if I'm using one colour, otherwise I find myself spending more time untangling yarn than knitting. Not that I can knit at the moment, we just adopted two kittens.💜 The Queen cloths are amazing, I love your colour palette..

[@maximumyarnage]

That yarn combo on the firepit mitts! Wow. So good!

[@WOOLNEEDLESHANDS]

Thank you!

[@JustWriter]

Your mitts look great! They remind me of marble, with black and gold veins.

[@doreenbroesky1049]

Love the family work socks thanks for the share. Enjoyed watching 🤗

[@HeatherMayI]

I have had a skein of fisherman’s wool for a while now, not knowing what to do with it. I think it’s time to make the fire pit mitts!

[@summerruffini1932]

Yay! Love all of the two at a time knits! 😍

[@WOOLNEEDLESHANDS]

Thank you Summer! I feel like a real, grown up knitter with all of this TAAT action!

[@VeretenoVids]

You must have had better sock experiences than I have. My family has pretty well rejected hand knit socks so nobody gets hand knit socks but me, myself, and I!

[@debg1747]

OH NO..... but yes only few are "sock worthy" and for yourself is good!!! My family bugs every year for socks so I very rarely get ones done for me lol

[@wandagallant98]

Merci beaucoup ❤

[@WOOLNEEDLESHANDS]

Pas de problème. Merci d'avoir regardé. ❤️

[@yvettemartinez6511]

Great gifts for your lucky recipients! I wanna learn two at a time too!!! Just need to do it right?? BTW I was watching the Knit Together with Kim & Jonna podcast that was posted 2 days ago- and Tayler…Jonna talked all about your show!! I’m like “yes I know I know I watch Tayler all the time and she’s great!!!“. Just wanted to let you know in case you didn’t know!😊

[@knittinghands23]

When using or having more yarn projects in a bag at a time, I put balls of yarn with the project in its own zip lock baggy. The baggy can be reused several times before the traah, even if the zipper breaks. No muss, no fuss. Several projects can be carried in yet one of your pretty, fancy bags, and get finished. Again, no muss, no fuss. Also, watch a Stephen West video on doing a weavin' Stephen technique for ends. Then ends can be finished right away.

[@O1iviaR]

Brilliant, Abbie! I'm running to grab one for my beautiful fall bag that I have 2 pairs of socks in (one of them scrappy). It will be so nice and tidy. Thanks for the tip!

[@venmanjenny]

I love the idea of socks as gifts - just great for that 'difficult' relative!

[@WOOLNEEDLESHANDS]

Right?! My thoughts exactly. ❤️

[@kneedeepinstitchespodcast9942]

Love your fire pit mitts. They look fantastic. 😍 I agree with gifting hand knit socks. Even my brother who is impossible to shop for loves the socks I knit for them and wants more.

[@chrissy24-7]

I actually forgot to say I came here from knit together with Kim and Jonna! Love seeing your gift knits... Dishcloth set is genius, and really dig the retro vibes on those socks 🧦!!!

[@sharonkennedy8612]

Yes usually knit socks TAAT too.

[@shawnkimadopting]

I just discovered your channel and think you're delightful! Your very mellow and easy to listen to. I also love the merch! I just wish there were non-crew neck options for the shirts, like scoop or v-neck. Crew makes me feel strangled.

[@WOOLNEEDLESHANDS]

Thank you so much Kim! And how do you feel about v-necks? I can add some v-neck options to the shop. You're not the only person to ask, so I need to get on it. 😉

[@shawnkimadopting]

@@WOOLNEEDLESHANDS I love V-necks! Anything that's not right up against my throat. 😁

[@KnitMyWayHome]

This was such, SUCH a lovely & cosy episode! Thank you. Your space is very inviting and I’m looking forward to the tour! Your projects are inspiring as always. The worsted-weight socks are going to make their way into my knitting, for sure! And the campfire mitts…. Fingerless mittens are always useful! I live in the Yukon. It’s cold here. All winter, I wear fingerless mittens indoors, especially at work when I have long stretches of sitting at the keyboard. And your palette! 😍 One day, I must order Fibre For The People yarn, especially your mohair!!! Have a great week! ☃️

[@Grwmslays435]

Hoping to try your DK sock. Love your colors. Great gift ideas , thanks for sharing ❤

[@WOOLNEEDLESHANDS]

Thank you so much Toca!

[@apippin774]

Love the Queen wash cloths! I gotta make some!

[@Plantsandmusicandyarn]

I need to get some fisherman’s wool for some cozy socks! I love your color choices.

[@WOOLNEEDLESHANDS]

Thank you Stephanie! Yes. Definitely do. They are super cozy, but definitely high maintenance in terms of washing. I didn't mention this in the video, but they are going to be strictly hand-wash only. 🥴

[@creativemommaof3241]

Since watching your videos, you have inspired me to pick up my needle and make a few things I have a hat for myself and my oldest daughter. In the Carolinas, we are going to need them very soon.

[@WOOLNEEDLESHANDS]

That makes my day. I love knowing that folks are inspired by these videos. Happy knitting! And stay warm. ❤️

[@sadie6144]

I loved that video about fingering weight sweaters. I am actually working on the Barnsley sweater now because I had a fingering weight yarn I had just purchased and I have never made a fingering weight sweater before so I decided it was time to not be a wimp anymore lol and your video came out at just the right time! Thank you!

[@WOOLNEEDLESHANDS]

Cool! How are you liking the Barnsley?

[@Kpup]

I knit two dishcloths for a friend who was hosting a party a while back and they were about the same size as yours! I was also surprised about how big they were.

[@WOOLNEEDLESHANDS]

Oh ok good! I was wondering if my gauge was way off (like hell I’m going to swatch for a washcloth 😂) or if it was just that big. 😅 And I’m really thinking dish/wash cloths are some of the best gift knits. ☺️ Thank you for watching Kristy!

[@ginettevallieres604]

I’m a new subscriber and I have to say I really liked the cozy vibe you had going on with the evening lighting. Definitely a win!

[@WOOLNEEDLESHANDS]

Thank you Ginette! Both for your subscription and for the kind words. It’s good to know because now that it gets dark so early here I may need to film with less natural light. ❄️☺️

[@elainebye9090]

I was inspired by your last video, and knit two pairs of simple mittens for my grandchildren instead of buying them! 😊 Thank you.

[@WOOLNEEDLESHANDS]

That's so cool Elaine! Way to go! I bet the mittens are lovely and they'll be that much more special. Thank you for watching!

[@Vercopaanir]

I watched this right at the beginning of Daylight Savings Time and when you said it was no longer daylight time I was like “wait a second…” Nah, just me 😂

[@WOOLNEEDLESHANDS]

🤣🤣

[@LorenMarieP]

I never grew to love the two at a time socks technique, so I just cast on and knit both socks at the same time! If I’m doing a toe up sock, I work the toe for both socks in one evening and then knit in the round on both of them a couple of lines at a time until I’m ready for the heel, Then start the same process for the heel and leg of the sock. It means I’m always catching one sock up to the other, but only by a few lines of knitting. I’m able to ensure I’m doing the same thing as I work each sock and the second sock is finished within minutes of the first, but I get to do each sock one at a time and on my DPNs. :-)

[@TBenbough]

This is how I knit “two at a time” as well 😂

[@juneperez6284]

Can you share where you purchase the pouch bag for your wips, the one with the wrist handle? The two at a time wip in one circular needle is such a great idea. Something i’ve never done before. Thank you. 😊

[@ericawalker9574]

Love your videos! It looks like you are using a specific app on your phone to view your knitting patterns. If so, may I ask what you're using?

[@susiepaunan7190]

I love the idea of gifting a beautiful pair of socks. What advice do you have when you don’t know the person’s foot/shoe size?

[@WOOLNEEDLESHANDS]

This is a great question and I’m afraid I don’t have a great answer. I feel like knowing their size-particularly the length of the foot-is pretty much essential if you’re going to gift socks. So my advice for anyone considering a hand knit pair of socks as a gift for a person when the foot size is unknown: consider knitting a pair of fingerless mitts instead. Maybe not as universally-loved as socks, but close. ❤️

[@l2iowacowgirl893]

How are the socks holding up?

[@isbelala4532]

I would love to know how do you knit the two mitts at the time. I just purchased the pattern and i would love to knot them that way but can't figure out how

[@juliannamckitrick8228]

I have a question about using worsted weight yarn for socks. Do they stay up?! I've always thought you need some nylon in there to keep the stretch. I hate socks that fall down! Lol maybe there is worsted sock yarn?!

[@WOOLNEEDLESHANDS]

GREAT question! So when I knit worsted socks, I knit them to be chunky and slouchy. I don't intend on wearing them with boots (or any shoes) so having them stay up--like stretchy socks stay up--really hasn't mattered much to me. BUT I know it matters to lots of folks and to that I would say not to expect them to stay up all that much. Your mileage may vary , but I would expect these socks to be cozy, slouchy sweaters for your feet (think: 1980's aerobics leg warmers--in a good way). Now, if you'd like the worsted weight and want the socks to stay up, I would hold a strand of elastic with the yarn while you knit and knit them at a slightly tighter gauger. This will give them more stretch without sacrificing the cozy, thick sock vibe. I hope that helps!

[@jenniferwilcox2525]

Hello! I am a brand new knitter with only one completed hat. Do you think the Fire Pit Mitts is a beginner pattern? Just found your channel and your videos make me smile! 🧶

[@WOOLNEEDLESHANDS]

Hi Jennifer! Welcome to knitting! And thank you for your kind words. I'm so glad you enjoy he videos. Yes. The Fire Pit Mitts are a great adventurous beginner pattern. You'll need to have some experience with DPNs or magic loop, but this is also a great place to learn those skills. Let me know how it goes!

[@sewmuchknitting2469]

Great info again, Tayler! Thnx 😊 Quick question: how does the Fisherman’s Wool wear for socks? My husband wears holes in his hand knit socks pretty quickly, even when I’ve used a wool fiber that has a nylon component.

[@WOOLNEEDLESHANDS]

Soooooooooo...this is a good question and one with a not so great answer. These socks will wear like any all-wool sock. Their tendency to wear OUT is greater than socks knit with Nylon. HOWEVER, because this yarn is so susceptible to fulling (felting), I find that the wearing and agitation of the yarn sort of works to fuze everything together. It's hard to explain very clearly, but I suppose it's that the socks felt a bit as you wear them, making them more dense. However the heels and balls of the feet will require darning at some point if they are walked around in a lot (especially those random trips to take out the trash when shoes are sort of overlooked 😉). I know that seems like a dumb thing to say, but for my husband, these will be wearing on the couch socks. He likes to bring socks out to the couch and slip them on while he's sitting and watching TV. I mean, he'll wear them around the house, but not often. So, take form that what you will 😂. I still think they make a cozy pair of wooly house socks!

[@sewmuchknitting2469]

@@WOOLNEEDLESHANDS Thanks for the reply, Tayler 🙂 I think I’ll give the FW yarn a try 👍🏻 When I do, I’ll keep you posted 🧶

[@StitchesandPrayersVlog-cast]

when you talked about the fishermen's wool, I was intrigued! Ordered mine from Amazon -6 skeins for about $60( looked on Joanna and Amazon was cheaper) now I want a pair of those socks

[@elizabethbradley7794]

where do we sign up for a monthly mailing? 🤩

[@WOOLNEEDLESHANDS]

Hi Elizabeth! You can sign up here: www.woolneedleshands.com/ Thank you!! ❤️

[@debrah.1348]

I got some Fisherman's wool from Joann's today because I remembered you said it was on sale. Hopefully I have enough to knit a sweater or cardigan. I have a gauge question about the Felix pullover. The Felix pullover's gauge is 14x20 over 4 inches on a US 10. Before blocking I got 18x24 after blocking I got 15x 23. Does that mean I need to go down a needle?

[@WOOLNEEDLESHANDS]

Hi Debra! So from what you have here in terms of gauge you would need to go up a needle size to get a gauge closer to 14sts/in. I always remember bigger needle/fewer sts per inch.

[@paula-ep5yp]

Please how can I make extra cash during this holiday season

[@aleiscessna5331]

Are your thumb holes symmetrical or should you be reversing one

[@WOOLNEEDLESHANDS]

So these mitts are knit the exact same way so they are interchangeable. The way I have them on the needle makes it look like each thumb sits to the inside left of the palm, but in reality, the start of each round is right smack in the middle of the thumb gusset. If that makes sense. 👍

[@sarahklos3090]

Not sure if you’ve mentioned it before, but what brand/type of needles are you doing the socks on?

[@WOOLNEEDLESHANDS]

Hi Sarah! I’m using ChiaoGoo needles for the socks. They’re my favorite. Great quality and not too pricey. ❤️ Thank you for watching!

[@sarahklos3090]

@@WOOLNEEDLESHANDS thanks so much!! I’ve been one sock at a time on my little 9” circulars, but I think I’d like to try out two at a time!

[@libbysneden]

I knit that baggy hat for my sisters and myself!!! love it! Really like how the decreases look!

[@WOOLNEEDLESHANDS]

Oooo yes. I just looked at the design. I hadn't noticed the decreases. Very cool!