Gauge Check & Surprise Results, Q&A, Snow Corgi, Historic Theater - Detroit, MI

Join me in Detroit as I finally have time to measure out my gauge swatch (and make a surprising discovery that will yet again alter my knitting plans, but in a good way). I answer some of the most popular questions left in the comments section by you, the viewer, including WHERE IS THE CORGI? The desired corgi content is added in, in a most sneaky way, and then it's over to the historic and gorgeous Fox Theater in Detroit for a grueling-and-fun three-show day! Then we'll finish it up with another knitting progress report (because much knitting did happen between shows) before signing off the for the episode!
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I don't have the energy to write a whole new description, so here's some of the text from the first episode! In this episode we'll find a suitable -and free- Christmas stocking pattern for some future Crazy Quilting!
I'll pack up our suitcase, but not before going through all the various crafts I'll be bringing with me on tour, including knitting, future knitting bags and notions, fabric for quilting, some chicken scratch apron supplies, AND of course the inevitable garland and twinkle lights to make each and every hotel on our whirlwind 6 week tour feel like home for the holidays!
Also included: some more sneak peaks of our touring Christmas Circus show (although more will come in future videos, don't worry), and a first look at my favorite vintage patterns!
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[@jackiejames4551]

Circus friends sound a lot like military friends. You may never see them again, or you might cross paths further on down the line. That's the life of all nomads. I'm really enjoying this series of videos, thank you. Also, thanks for the fun and wonderful corgi content, it was nice to see her again.

[@betsymayo5822]

same goes for my daughter's dance friends... she may go years without seeing them, but they stay in touch and love to get together when they do cross paths.

[@ShannonMakes]

Yes, very true! Thank you! ♥️🎄♥️🎄♥️🎄

[@thomascurb9006]

You can never have too much corgi😂. Your vlogs are charming and I love getting to see little parts of the show. Don't worry about us just continue doing you 😉.

[@ShannonMakes]

♥️🎄♥️🎄♥️🎄

[@michellecornum5856]

The pin method for counting stitches is BRILLIANT!

[@ShannonMakes]

thank you!

[@pixiimagic597]

your vlogmas vids are keeping me company as i crochet a micro mini plush dragon for my brother as his christmas gift. why i decided to do something so tiny and finicky for the first project after 1.5yr medical break from crocheting, i have no idea but you are keeping me sane and i'm almost done.

[@ShannonMakes]

Yay! Hope you can power through to the end!

[@pixiimagic597]

@@ShannonMakes just have the 2 more things to attach (the wings and the spine scales) and done, its full height is the length of a chap stick

[@cynthiadugan858]

Aah Cannel is such a joyful little peanut. Always love a bit of Corgi content. It’s also been nice seeing a bit of Phil. I don’t know about anyone else but I always wonder about the invisible partners of the KZbin creators I follow. I like at least having a face to put with the name when they are mentioned.

[@ShannonMakes]

🥜♥️🎄♥️ 🥜

[@Noel.Chmielowiec]

This method of counting stitches is brilliant! I'm stealing it 😂 And please, tell me, how on earth do you get so much done? You do shows, knit, sew, film and edit, even ice skate in such a short amount of time. If I start knitting I lose more than half a day and then I do 3 things at home and it's 10 pm. I would gladly watch video with tips on time management 😂

[@ShannonMakes]

Well I'm not doing a video per day, and I have much fewer responsibilities while on tour - just not having to exercise the dog gives me 2-3 extra hours per day!

[@Noel.Chmielowiec]

@@ShannonMakes Oh, I haven't thought about that, that makes sense! And I wish everyone would spend as much time exercising their dogs as you spend with Cannelle, she sounds like such well taken care of doggie! I never doubted that, but I'm even more impressed how do you find time for everything.

[@elizabethclaiborne6461]

We vicariously get to run away and join the circus! What’s not to love about these vlogs, sewing/knitting/crafting plus - something traditionally painted as subversive. Similar to, say, pirates. In fabulous banyans. 😉

[@ShannonMakes]

😊♥️🎄♥️🏴‍☠️

[@SarahHartmann-yl9tn]

Thank you for creating the videos while you are on tour! ❤ I have never really thought about the life of circus artists and now I am seeing this I wanna know more - so please keep up the little updates of your shows. I love your creativity and skill ❤

[@ShannonMakes]

You are so welcome! ♥️🎄♥️

[@ladyflimflam]

There are several Fox Theatre’s of this style. We have one here in St. Louis. The architecture in ours is referred to as Siamese Byzantine style.

[@ShannonMakes]

Thank you for that term, I was literally looking for the correct words for how to describe it, and couldn't find them!

[@elinarirhodan3760]

I love hearing about the fast-friends dynamic in the circus world- it actually reminds me quite a bit of how it is in the games industry (where I work) - people change studios, change countries, but they tend to do a shout-out like "Hey, I'm going to be at X event, who else do I know who's going, we should catch up!". Networking is HUGE in the games industry because - much like being a circus artist! - it's a passion-driven industry.

[@kathleenwhalen1450]

Its also a lot like those in the Renaissance Festival circuits.

[@france7678]

Ce théâtre est magnifique et la ville semble avoir plusieurs beaux bâtiments restaurés d’une époque plus glorieuse. On nous présente si souvent une vision déprimante de Detroit .

[@mamadragon2581]

I am absolutely stealing your stitch counting trick next time I need it. It's genius. That theater is drop-dead gorgeous! Also, thanks for the episodes. They are moments of calm and enjoyment in the insanity of the season and I love seeing the stuff you're making.

[@ShannonMakes]

You're very welcome! ♥️🎄♥️🎄♥️🎄

[@cherylhuot4436]

Three shows in one day sounds grueling!! Although it seems to be a good thing for getting lots of knitting/crafting done! Thank you for letting us know about your fur baby and the darling video of her enjoying her frolics in the snow. My daughter’s cat gets super anxious when she pulls out the suitcase knowing either Moms leaving or they will be traveling. Either way, she doesn’t like it. So happy to hear you will continue to make the blue sweater. It’s such a lovely color and the pattern is so nice. I love the idea of making “fast” friends! ❤️It sounds wonderful and necessary for the lifestyle you live. I do have one question… does all your crafting and sewing make you popular with fellow cast mates? Especially when they have a costume crisis? Has anyone asked you to teach them to knit or sew? No pressure to actually answer! Thanks for another entertaining video!

[@ShannonMakes]

♥️🎄♥️ you're welcome!

[@madamogee9041]

You are spoiling us with the frequent videos! Thank you.

[@ShannonMakes]

♥️🎄♥️

[@lucypark3836]

I am so glad your gauge is not far off! phew! It was like watching thriller movie for me!! that means at least sweater is going to be bit bigger, possibly one size up I guess. There's trick to match your gauge to work favor on your sweater size. calculate with your st count, find out how many stitches required for matching chest circumference - for example, if you wear chest circumference 36 inch sweater, pattern with 23 sts gauge requires 207 in round so about half of that with extra seams requires (probably less because it is all over ribbing), but your actual gauge is 21, which requires about 189 sts in round ( if you follow original gauge instruction, you notices 18 sts different that means about 3 inch bigger chest circumference finished garment. so I think it is not bad especially if you want to put some clothes under but I am not sure that's what you are looking for), so you can find a size that matching your total stitches and use that pattern to match your size. Not always comes out right length (but length is easier to modified horizontal decrease or sleeve setup) so you can fix up way much easier. Sorry if I babble so much, but I love knitting so I can talk about it all day! hahahaha

[@ShannonMakes]

I am not worried about recalculating (one because it's just math, so I'm fairly confident I can logic it out), but also because this pattern is very flexible - the same size fits bust 32" - 42" or something like that, so it's really not fitted

[@betsymayo5822]

it'd be so cool to have someone get footage of you and Phil doing your thing! loving vlogmas so far!

[@janeb9699]

I second that idea! Even a 20-30 second clip of your act would allow us to see your work better! 😊

[@ShannonMakes]

I'm trying to respect the company's guidelines for filming and social media/revealing too much of the show/etc... it's a fine line to navigate

[@amyrobertson6075]

Thanks for another great episode, and there are definitely not too many, I am loving having you to keep me company for all my busy crafting. Glad you are continuing with the original sweater, I think it is going to be gorgeous!

[@ShannonMakes]

♥️🎄♥️🎄♥️🎄

[@sineperil]

I am, alas, not a member, but I can't imagine anyone was upset to watch corgi content, even for the second time. So *cruel* to make us all sit through that cuteness!

[@ShannonMakes]

....right?! 🤣🐶❄️

[@Sew-Nia]

Omg! So funny to see our regular dog walking park here in Nuremberg in your vlog! my Shiro loooves Corgies just as much as myself - sadly only found your channel a while later. Scottish greetings from Germany!

[@ShannonMakes]

OK, that's pretty hilarious! Maybe we crossed paths last year without even knowing it!!

[@TheLonelyGod42]

After a full, busy, tiring week I just binged all of these videos while doing some good life admin and house cleaning. It was lovely to have a virtual hangout with you while doing all that. ☺️

[@ShannonMakes]

Love that, thank you! ♥️🎄♥️🎄♥️🎄

[@lolajl]

Here's a tip for you - large paper clips (metal) make very good cable needle. Just unbend so you get an angular needle. Use the short end to take off the cable stitches and the long end to knit off the held stitches. I find this provides a crisper looking cable with smaller holes on the cable sides.

[@ShannonMakes]

That's a great idea! Thank you! ♥️🎄♥️🎄♥️🎄

[@xingcat]

Since 2020, most of my vacations have been road trips to various parts of the USA (pandemic restrictions meant staying in the car more helpful, and then I just kind of liked driving around), and Detroit is such a slept-upon city to visit. It's really got a lot of great things to see and participate in.

[@ShannonMakes]

Yes, so true! Lots of effort being poured into it in recent years

[@ragdollyally]

The gauge swatch is definitely in the same stitch pattern as the one noted in the pattern, Shannon? The footage of Canelle was so adorable, she’s just a cracking little dog and beautifully trained. She makes for very heartwarming footage!! Just wanted to tell you how much I’m enjoying your channel, you are a delight and I spend such contented time watching your content while I’m sewing, it’s my happy place on the internet ❤ You are SO ‘my’ kind of person and you’re spreading a lot of positivity and joy as well as fascination with these insights into your circus world! Very impressed at how fast your knitting progress is! I hope you aren’t too shattered after the shows!

[@ShannonMakes]

Thank you for all the lovely words! ♥️🎄♥️🎄♥️🎄They're much appreciated!

[@katrinalevin4064]

Thank you for the look inside the theater in Detroit. Paris of the West. What a delight.

[@ShannonMakes]

You're welcome! ♥️🎄♥️🎄♥️🎄

[@lindaroyal8161]

Wow - you're hitting all the areas I lived near. Detroit - Yes indeed! I was born in Pontiac and raised in Rochester, north of Detroit. I was a teenage and early 20's when I lived there. Back then, every band on tour would hit Detroit, so was fortunate enough to see so many bands perform back in their day. I left Michigan in the early 80's and headed for Florida, Tampa area. I'm enjoying catching up watching all your Christmas Tour Videos and seeing you visit places I have lived.

[@gadgetgirl02]

Suggestion re: measuring: measure convenient bits of your hands and arms so you can use yourself as a ruler. The inside of my arm from elbow to wrist is exactly 25cm, so I use that a lot for measuring. The width of your hand at the base of your fingers is another good one to know. I'm glad the tour is going well, and I'm looking forward to seeing all these wonderful projects done!

[@kaytiej8311]

This is a fabulous series. Its great to be part of this season with you.

[@ShannonMakes]

♥️🎄♥️

[@BethAge95]

The Detroit theatre looks absolutely magnificent! Glad the gauge check came out so close to the pattern, because I really like the yarn you started out with!

[@mandylavida]

Love the bit about how your eyes get mixed up counting guage swatches...is this the best trait for someone in your profession? 😂

[@ShannonMakes]

I meannnnn.... have YOU tried to count stitches in variegated yarn in hotel-level lighting?! 🤣🤣 I have 20/20 and I still found it tricky!

[@94BlueGirl]

Your vlogmas videos are the only ones that I’m watching all of. Everyone else I’ll only watch if it fits with the time I have

[@ShannonMakes]

Aww, that's so heart-warming! ♥️🎄♥️🎄♥️🎄

[@BellalinaBallerina]

Your Vlogmas is keeping me company today while I fold laundry! I forgot to mention that I do like the pinafore style apron… I love the apron book we bought years ago called Tie one On… lol

[@ShannonMakes]

♥️🎄♥️🎄♥️🎄

[@TheSuzberry]

Try Ravelry next time you need a specific yarn. Some folks will list extra skeins as available. Enjoying traveling with you. Thanks.

[@ShannonMakes]

thank you!! good tip!

[@irenecoermann2439]

Thank you for show casing Detroit and the beautiful Fox theater so nicely! I hope you enjoyed your stay!

[@ShannonMakes]

You're very welcome, we definitely did enjoy it! ♥️🎄♥️🎄♥️🎄

[@arvettadelashmit9337]

Thank you. I was worried about your little dog. Wow. That theater will be 100 years old in a little over 3 years. It looks great. You knit very well.

[@ShannonMakes]

Thank you!

[@greenecrayon]

I'm really enjoying your videos. Thank you for making such lovely looks into your world.

[@ShannonMakes]

you're welcome ♥️🎄♥️🎄♥️🎄

[@SpoonsnStrings25]

Hi Shannon, love your vlogmas, won't miss any episode!!! Good luck and keep on knitting!!!

[@ShannonMakes]

♥️🎄♥️🎄♥️🎄

[@anneamus]

Your energy is amazing! Love the knitting!!!

[@ShannonMakes]

Thank you! ♥️🎄♥️

[@MWPNW]

Have to watch? NEED to watch. You are keeping me company as I deal with the massive to do list. My teenage son enjoys checking in on your videos while I'm watching and sees the joy it brings me.

[@ShannonMakes]

thank you! ♥️🎄♥️🎄♥️🎄

[@jenniferrich5292]

I’m having so much fun with this whole series! Thanks, Shannon🥰

[@ShannonMakes]

you're welcome! ♥️🎄♥️🎄♥️🎄

[@pakedermsfavs9080]

Lovely work! Didn’t realize that Detroit was that pretty!

[@ShannonMakes]

Yes, lots of effort and money being put into revitalizing it in recent years, it seems

[@denisevettraino7916]

I am so happy to hear that your Drops yarn is going to work for the fabulous vintage cabled pullover Yay ! Love that blue...your eyes will sparkle ! Wow, your videography really showed the beauty of Downtown Detroit at Christmas time...I wish I hadn't been out-of-town for your show dates, bummer. The Fox Theater is truly a gem in our city...and I'm so glad you had time for ice skating, too. Your Vlogmas is honestly one of the highlights of my holiday season, so much fun to watch !

[@ShannonMakes]

Thank you! ♥️🎄♥️🎄♥️🎄 Detroit was definitely a highlight so far!

[@She_sews_in_her_pyjamas]

I feel like I'm stalking people when i see their videos as soon as they're posted. 😂

[@roxelanaorc4065]

Same :)

[@agness6766]

Yes, im watching this around start of January!! I just need something to keep my head busy when crocheting and preparing for exams, so thank you for that!!

[@ShannonMakes]

Wonderful! You got this!

[@karensykas3809]

I love the corgi snow content!!! My fav time of year!!!

[@ShannonMakes]

hers too!

[@Nerdygoddess]

Your videos are generally very low pressure. Easy to watch while I do laundry and dishes and they have been helping with knitting burnout. Which always happens this time of year.

[@ShannonMakes]

♥️🎄♥️

[@Prairiesentry]

That sweater looks like it's gonna be so cozy!! also your "questionable hotel blocking process" looks eerily like my "washing my nylons on a layover process" sans pins I guess Flight attendant life is very similar to circus artist on tour life. Also you're not missing much winter weather here. The snow is all melting in montreal :( Also I don't know if any one else asked, but how did you and Phil meet? I want your circus act origin story!

[@ShannonMakes]

Yes, probably very similar in many aspects!

[@dorindabalanecki9307]

Welcome to Detroit! You are very near my hometown of Lake Orion. Just so you know, there is an amazing yarn shop in downtown Lake Orion. It has a second chance nook that sells donated or consignment yarn and equipment at very affordable prices! Proceeds of the sales in the second chance go to a non-profit, Knit Michigan. They make comfort care items for chemo patients.

[@ShannonMakes]

Unfortunately we are pretty much limited to walking distances from the theater, although that yarn shop sounds absolutely divine!

[@satira2087]

I love the Fox Theatre!! So happy you enjoyed my hometown!

[@ShannonMakes]

Thank you! ♥️🎄♥️

[@armedvsokord]

They is a beautiful theatre, i hope your having fun. Don't worry about your schedule I'm enjoying your videos. You're one of my favorite creators!

[@ShannonMakes]

♥️🎄♥️🎄♥️🎄

[@teresabaumbach7883]

OMG I got a very big chuckle out of the flyer posted on the pole of the ice skater.

[@ShannonMakes]

Right?! lololool

[@janeb9699]

Another lovely vlog! I have loved corgis since I first saw one on the beach when I was a small child. Maybe someday I will get one but until then, your pup footage is filling my doggie craving 😅 great job on the sweater and holy cow, what an amazing theatre! I am so enjoying this series and can’t wait for the next episode to drop! Thanks for putting together such fun content for us all to enjoy! ❤

[@ShannonMakes]

You're very welcome! ♥️🎄♥️

[@karensquibb7827]

Watching your posts has been such a treat. When I hear that ping ooooo time for a break yayyy lol so techicaly it gives me that much needed break. Hiyas from Ontario.

[@ShannonMakes]

Nice!!! Love sneaking in people's holiday routines! ♥️🎄♥️

[@Nessi-dances]

I've used a paper clip (un-bent) for holding cables before 😆. I was expecting Phil (?) to be hiding in the shower 🤣💜

[@ShannonMakes]

lolll love that! ♥️🎄♥️🎄♥️🎄

[@elisabethmontegna5412]

I am sick with Covid (mild) and am staying isolated so other family members don’t get sick (working so far!) so I’m very much appreciating all of your vlogmas videos and can’t wait to see what’s next. That theater in Detroit is stunning and with such a rich history!

[@ShannonMakes]

Oh noooo, I hope you get better soon! ♥️🎄♥️🎄♥️🎄

[@elisabethmontegna5412]

@@ShannonMakes thank you!

[@lindabrotherton1225]

amazing sweather, love seeing so much of the world. Your dog seems to have the most fun.

[@ShannonMakes]

She DOES have the most fun!

[@claire5951]

Your Vlogmas episodes are the thing that's helping me through a very busy run up to Christmas. ☺ I look forward to sitting down with my sock knitting and watching the amazing work you're doing, both with the circus and the crafts. Thanks for the update on Canelle, I was also wondering where she was.

[@ShannonMakes]

Love hearing that! ♥️🎄♥️

[@AwkwardBirb]

HOW. HOW does Canele fit so much cuteness into such a little tiny body? Is it corgi physics?? 😂

[@ShannonMakes]

Definitely corgi physics!

[@werelemur1138]

That theater is amazing and looks like you got some snow in Detroit too.

[@ShannonMakes]

no, the snow was from last year's contract, like I said ;-)

[@melaniehenshaw8696]

So glad the jumpa will be completed. You have such an exciting job

[@judycullen1111]

Another great blog. Not all projects work out just the way we’d like lol I just gave up on a sewing project and I spent hours getting it to that point but no matter I did learn several important things that will help me with the next! Love seeing your sweet pup such a scamp! That stage is stunningly beautiful !

[@ShannonMakes]

♥️🎄♥️

[@scribe6430]

You are so lovely ❤️ just wanted to say that. Thanks for being on KZbin 🤗 God bless and enjoy the Christmas season 🥰

[@ShannonMakes]

You're very welcome! ♥️🎄♥️🎄♥️🎄

[@robintheparttimesewer6798]

It not too christmasy. I'm really enjoying it and marvelling at your time management skills

[@ShannonMakes]

Thank you 🥰♥️

[@grammykcutter6374]

I look forward to your vlogs. My goodness so many new things to see and think about. I'm enjoying it so much.

[@ShannonMakes]

Yay! ♥️🎄♥️🎄♥️🎄

[@shananigans0117]

Beautiful venue so cool seeing the acrobatics

[@juliekeil8791]

Shannon, that blue yarn is such a gorgeous color. Looking forward to the addition of the second color too, and seeing it on you! 💖

[@ShannonMakes]

♥️🎄♥️

[@cheryljames8595]

When sewing buttons on my sweaters or jackets, I use 6 strand embroidery thread.

[@pippaseaspirit4415]

That blue yarn is absolutely gorgeous 😻

[@mudpuppystitchery]

So much fun!! I'm absolutely loving your vlogs!! Big hugs!

[@ShannonMakes]

Thank you! ♥️🎄♥️🎄♥️🎄

[@celticgoddess81]

Ooohhh the sweater is coming along nicely!!! :) It'll all work out.

[@ShannonMakes]

Yesss!! ♥️🎄♥️

[@terrylnlt]

Counting with pins is awesome idea!!

[@ShannonMakes]

It really works SO SO WELL!! Can definitely recommend

[@terrylnlt]

@@ShannonMakes what does phil do while you are crafting and filming? You stay so busy!!

[@roxelanaorc4065]

Is that postbox still open? Filally found something to send. But it'll take a while to travel from Germany....

[@ShannonMakes]

Yes, I will have it through the end of January!

[@hiwakoo]

You know, those budd wiggles are soooo cute, who could mind?

[@ShannonMakes]

true, true

[@heavenleighbliss]

I need a full rundown of circus sub genres!

[@KayDubs77]

The cable sweater is looking really good! You may want to look into cable knitting without a cable needle. It sounds scary, but unless you're using very slippery yarn (like bamboo or silk) OR you're cabling some insane number of stitches (like 6 over 6) then cabling without a needle is a useful skill to have.

[@ShannonMakes]

That's how I did part of my WW2 V-Necked vest - the instructions are meant to not use a cable needle, if I remember correctly (it being 2 years now?!), but I have plenty of needles on hand, so it wasn't a big deal!

[@JBaby_9783]

I’m loving these videos!!!! So awesome! Shannon you gotta learn to cable without a needle. It’s a total game changer!

[@ShannonMakes]

I'll look it up!

[@asilverfoxintasmania9940]

Thank you for the corgi content! That theater is amazing!

[@ShannonMakes]

Any time! And yes, it definitely is!

[@kathleenwhalen1450]

That theatre looks beautiful! And a ton like the Fabulous Fox in St Louis.

[@ShannonMakes]

Yes, I believe they were designed by the same person!

[@janfranklin2114]

Morning coffee and Shannon Makes is a must! Interesting enough after your vlog on options for a sweater where you contemplated using one color for the front and one for the back, I saw a sweater in the store like that 🤗

[@ShannonMakes]

I love hearing that!! ♥️🎄♥️🎄♥️🎄

[@apace903]

I love this color blue on you! It so wonderful to see a young woman so involved with your hand crafts.😊😊

[@tiffanytomasino335]

Yay, puppy! I’m glad you guys are having fun, and Phil is so chill and down for shenanigans it’s awesome. That theater was spectacular and very dramatic which fits the theme I suppose. Your story telling is fantastic and I’m so happy to see another video. Thank you for sharing ❤

[@ShannonMakes]

♥️🎄♥️🎄♥️🎄Thank you!

[@marianecayer5165]

Not seeing all yours vlogmas? Absolutely against that idea! You help getting in the Christmas mood!!!

[@ShannonMakes]

Love that, thanks!! ♥️🎄♥️🎄♥️🎄

[@tepet_mage]

Our cat also enjoyed the snow corgi content

[@ShannonMakes]

omg, that's amazing...!! 😻

[@gigi3242]

Have a beautiful weekend.

[@ShannonMakes]

You too!

[@Sunsetluver1]

Glad you answered the question about Carnell,I almost asked but thought it might be to invasive.

[@ShannonMakes]

🐶🐶

[@TheCripeCrew]

I’m enjoying watching your videos as I’m powering through knitting socks. I’m glad you got to see and showcase the pretty parts of Detroit. Have you ever been in a city where you felt unsafe to go sightseeing?

[@ShannonMakes]

♥️🎄♥️🎄♥️🎄 (and no, but we're also almost always in small groups)

[@SimpleDesertRose]

I enjoy watching the Vlogmas videos when they come out. They are so much fun to watch. It gave something to enjoy while I was recovering from the gnarly cold someone graciously shared with me. I suppose I can't complain since I rarely get sick. I think this is the second time this year. Only thus one took all my energy and my voice. So today I will be finishing off the vests and preparing for Christmas pictures and cards. I'm very late on them this year. Then tomorrow when the light is right I will do pictures and run down and make up Christmas cards and get them out in the mail. Homes stretch 😉 I really like how your sweater is turning out. I can't wait to see how it looks with the next color. I'm glad to hear your roommate is going to graciously buy you some more yarn and try to ship it to you. I have seen the jumper a few times. I think I started with the sport corset video, which was super cool. But I have to say that I have not looked at towels the same way since. There have been a few times when I have looked at my towels and wonder what else can you make with them. I have half a mind to try make a robe. Just something to wrap up in going to and from the spa during these chilly winter evenings. I love it that much.😂

[@ShannonMakes]

Sorry to hear that you were sick, hopefully you're having a speedy recovery ♥️🎄♥️🎄♥️🎄 Thank you 🥰

[@vintagerose2]

Inspiring sweater progress! Love the glimpses of circus life! I’m new to your channel and enjoying!

[@ShannonMakes]

Thanks so much! 😊♥️🎄♥️

[@viridiangreen8259]

Your sweater is coming out so well

[@ShannonMakes]

Thank you!!! 🥰

[@marie-heleneleclair6233]

Ma ville préférée de ron tour jusqu'a maintenant. Merci beaucoup pour partager tes passe temps avec nous. Joyeux Noël!

[@ShannonMakes]

♥️🎄♥️🎄♥️🎄

[@therewillbecatswithgwenhwyfar]

I have been here long enough! I watched you make that! I mean kind of… Lol 😂😂😂 1:08

[@ShannonMakes]

♥️🎄♥️🎄♥️🎄

[@marionrichardson1523]

I love your vlogmas and I can't wait for the next one.

[@ShannonMakes]

♥️🎄♥️🎄♥️🎄

[@jemmonfoe]

Question (maybe for a future Q&A): is your circus partner also your romantic partner? Sorry for the personal question, now that we see him a bit featured in your video I am curious.

[@mable552]

What a beautiful blue color for your jumper. Really brings out the blue in your eyes.

[@ShannonMakes]

Oh thank you!

[@moonbasket]

So excited to see how the jumper knits up. It's such an interesting pattern. ❤

[@jerrycratsenberg989]

Thanks for sharing your exciting life adventure with us. You are kind, generous and thoughtful and make the holiday season a far more pleasant and joyful experience.

[@ShannonMakes]

You're welcome! ♥️🎄♥️🎄♥️🎄

[@carolbulmer8253]

Hi, Shannon. I eagerly watch each Vlogmas when they’re posted! Thanks for the update on Canelle (sp.?)… I miss her energy and cuteness. The blue sweater is looking great… I’m glad that you’re able to get more yarn. See you next Vlog❤️🎄

[@ShannonMakes]

♥️🎄♥️🎄♥️🎄

[@joannemcmillan9201]

Enjoying vlogmas! Thanks for the beautiful footage of my hometown.

[@ShannonMakes]

You're very welcome! ♥️🎄♥️🎄♥️🎄

[@evadedenbach1226]

You went ice skating in Campus Martius. Have you had pizza at Buddy's? Have you had a coney at Lafayette Coney Island or American Coney Island? It's great that you were in awe of the Fox Theatre. (I'm a native of Detroit, if you can't tell already.) For a LYS, I recommend Skeins on Main in Rochester Hills, and have an ice cream Sunday at Sanders. Have you tried a Boston Cooler yet?

[@ShannonMakes]

Literally the only free time we had was the time to walk from the hotel to the theater, and then whatever was open afterwards, around 10 pm, within walking distance... and with limited energy to burn 😭🤣 so limited activities, including for yarn shopping (unfortunately, because I'd love to browse more LYS)

[@acknims]

Thanks for sharing your journey! Like to see more of the performances…… ❤

[@ShannonMakes]

♥️🎄♥️

[@lesliemckinley9615]

I am enjoying each of your shows as I crochet gifts for Christmas. Glad you decided on the apron pattern. May I recommend the Christmas tree chicken scratch pattern on the pockets?

[@ShannonMakes]

♥️🎄♥️ you certainly may!