How many ear warmers can I make in ONE day?

[@juliettealexander8537]

When people complain about handmade prices, I want them to know about these kind of days. Great job sticking with it! I hope you enjoyed your movie and ice cream.

[@mikalah9068]

Honestly thank you for still posting this even though it was tough to get through. I often see people only posting the "good parts" of a sentro and I often get incredibly frustrated with mine because it frequently doesn't like the yarn I choose to work with. And I thought I was the only one who frequently had issue 😂

[@mariahg.7633]

Nah i have an addi and it hates over half the yarn i try with it, it technically works better with a 3 weight but it comes out so loose tension so i keep trying different 4 weights

[@angieisadork]

wholeheartedly agree. I thought I was the only one too! the ones i've found that work good for my 48 pin are Pound of Love and Mandala Cakes (they're great for scarves!)

[@mikalah9068]

​@@angieisadork yes those are the two that work for me as well! I can use impeccable (sometimes) if it's one of the thinner colors. I've noticed the weight of that yarn varies a lot

[@laurawilliams3875]

👍. I love them all. But if I had to choose, Gray or Plum would be the colors. And I'm glad you kept going. I am 62 years old & love your content. Good days or bad days, you are fun to watch. 12 a.m. & getting ready to watch a toturial on making a hat. Would love to see you make more of these ear warmers. Maybe in Orange & Sun Yellow, or Orange & black. Maybe Red & Green for Christmas. I said a prayer that your machine does not act up again on you. 😁🙏🏻. P.S. Would love to see it in Rainbow if you can. Blessings to you & your Love. 🤗❣️.

[@maggiep3275]

When people say that machine knitting is cheating I want to show them this. The level of expertise and skill required to know which yarn to choose, how to thread the machine, when to quit and choose a different material…not to mention the physical work of operating the machine and sewing up the finished product…it’s a lot. You’re a boss, Kelsie!

[@000AnnA000D]

it is. but its still not as much work as knitting is

[@tiannagraham5210]

@@000AnnA000Dwell duh but that’s not what this comment was saying, they were saying it’s just not “cheating” not that it’s harder

[@000AnnA000D]

@@tiannagraham5210 but since it is way easier its not really knitting. so calling it knitting would be cheating

[@jessicasampaio2252]

I recently got a sentro and was sooooo excited about it, it was very frustrating for me to deal with these kind of problems because apparently nobody talks about them when recommending the machine! I admire your patience and think that nine is a great number for a day of work, especially under such disappointing circunstancies. girl, you deserve tons of ice cream and a million strawberries.

[@sandraringo3608]

It may need cleaning from dust

[@lornabuffey8896]

Wow! Can’t believe the patience you showed that machine! You deserve a medal never mind ice cream x

[@scarlettsagworld3000]

Ma'am with the problems you dealt with, 9 ear warmers is extremely impressive!

[@susanjones5274]

Hi Kelsey, I have an Addi circular machine with an electric motor, i make these ear warmers, hats and scarfs on it. what i find is with some yarns having weightson the knitting helps stop dropping stitches. i have a table with a hole cut in the centre for the knitting to drop through as that helps, also pulling down the knitting every so offten helps too. Dont know if this will help you at all but i wish you luck. I love your videos, Ceasar and Negie too. It makes my crocheting - knitting days pass quicker. Sage green is my fav, 9 is pretty impressive and it was a good video. xx

[@bolasaurus]

Yes! Weights are really important for machine knitting. I'm a hand knitter, but my mum was a machine knitter for decades when I was growing up. I think for a sentro or any circular machine, some evenly spaced claw weights would help a lot.

[@nicolacarter5277]

@@susanjones5274 yep I have weights that I need to use with certain yarn plus I always roll my project into a donut,when it reaches the table, this stops the project bunching and pushing it up and off the teeth and helps keep an even tension around the barrel, less dropped and tucked stitches

[@HandmadebySairaJ]

If you grab the inner bottom of tube as you go and kinda roll it up from the inside without pulling up from the pegs, it helps it not drag the table and pick up to where it drops stitches from the pushing up from table of bottom of tube. Just a helpful tip. Took me forever to figure that out and it's a life saver.

[@nicolacarter5277]

@@HandmadebySairaJ yep rolling into a donut when it reaches the table,stops it bunching and pushing it up and off the teeth and it keeps an even tension around the barrel, less likely to have dropped or tucked stitches, also weights help too

[@terip8785]

Wow, what patience, I would be crying so hard from frustration! The black/grey one is my fave, very pretty

[@falesiajenkins5138]

I would have been crying before thee first one was over

[@FearTheWorsted]

I've been wanting a sentro but this has me rethinking 😂

[@NikkiDoesStufff]

Lmao I came to the comments to say this. I’ve been wanting a sentro so badly for awhile now but maybe not so much anymore. lol

[@shaniceleader2539]

the way I impulsively bought one this morning and then she dropped this video 💀 I'm still excited though haha

[@kristien2010]

​@darkdest6664 I have Addis & a modified USM but I still love all of them. I like the Addis obviously for hats & ear warmers, but my USM easily made two sweaters from Super Saver with very little issue. Just some dropped stitches from not owning weights (I do now, thanks mama). I just love knitting machines & the process of running them gives me all the serotonin

[@BeccaBullard8]

I’ve always wanted one of these but now I glad I didn’t get one. Maybe I’ll try the addi because another KZbinr I watch uses the addi and never has problems with yarn or anything.

[@nicolacarter5277]

@@BeccaBullard8 you do still have issues with certain yarn, sometimes it’s the brand, weight or colour, you just have to work out which ones your machine likes best. It’s all trial and error

[@_moth]

For the sentro I've found it sometimes helps to have weights on the piece in the middle or to pull it down every once in a while just so that the yarn on the hooks is in a better position. But yeah I usually have to babysit my sentro a lot....

[@OllieBunz]

Oh this was a trip and a half! 😂 I'm so amazed that you stuck to it for so long. I would have given up at the first major issue. 😅 But holy moly 9 ear warmers is a lot!! They look incredible, and I think the Plum ones are my personal favorite. 💖 You deserved that ice cream 10 fold. Thank you for your sacrifice of sanity for this video. Please stay safe and have a wonderful day!

[@jensoldat8085]

Stash busting videos are the best!!

[@shawnaroth927]

I am so glad you show the struggle of using a knitting machine! Thank you for being real and showing the struggles all of us fiber artists deal with 💕

[@hookedbyjanice]

I love that you kept going even though the duty hit the fan repeatedly. Seriously, making it real.

[@emptynestgardens9057]

1 - Keep a can of compressed air (found at most computer or office supply stores) at the ready and blow out the Fibre dust that builds up often. 2 - wash hands and put a very very thin layer of hand lotion on. Like smaller than a pea. 3 - A small diffuser running near you will also help. Static is one of the biggest culprits to dropped stitches if it's not the yarn choice.

[@Mihhvhvvvvvvvvvvjjb]

I absolutely understood your pain. Love the support from your partner and your dedication. You have been one of my biggest inspirations in picking up crochet again. It’s nice to see that we are all human and have bad days as well. My favs were mint and plum❤❤❤

[@DaniDev83]

GIRL😳😳😳…. I wanted to throw that machine across the room for you! Your patience is amazing💜! 9 is VERY IMPRESSIVE! I enjoyed your whole video! I have a Sentro too so I know your pain😖 but it comes in handy ☺️💜

[@ohkelyeahh]

Sarah from Crochet Vision dropped a video not too long ago with her sentro and addi machines, and she adds sewing machine oil to the pins which she said helps the machine run smoother... could be worth a try? I would've rage quit well before 9!

[@lf100]

So happy to see this still, love to know that the struggle we go through in crafts is normal and happens to u too! Thank u for this vid

[@GiggleBasket21]

Can't wait to watch tomorrow while I'm finishing off the scarf I'm making. I hope you are doing well Kelsie.

[@troubledknits]

i think this is he earliestr I've ever been lol. I'm SO excited to start making earwarmers for myself (i love me some quick projects)

[@voidfancies]

I'm so sorry you had such a rough time with this process! I'm very impressed that you stuck with it, I would have called it a wash about an hour in, but you showed the machine who's boss. I hope you enjoyed your evening and relaxed some, it was well-earned! Some days it just feels like nothing works out right.

[@angieisadork]

Those looks when you dropped the stitches are such a mood. Can't wait to sit back with my own coffee and watch this!

[@TruthLoveLifePride]

Thank you for showing how to sew the ends for the head warmers!! I gave up trying when I was learning to make headbands 🤦🏾‍♀️ but I think I can do it now that Ive seen this video!

[@biancazoie3030]

Hi Kelsie What a good attitude and buckets and buckets of patience you have. Good for you for sticking with it and problem solving to the max. My fav is sage green. Although frustrating to them max for you, your calm disposition made it a great video as we were all hoping for the best for you. Success takes many forms!!!! You nailed it!!!

[@offthehookwithnia]

I love listening to your videos while I crochet! Your personality is cute and fun❤ Way to hang in there!

[@aperson4901]

Yay! Kelsie is here!! I LOVE your videos!! Keep up the amazing work!! Love you

[@melmanhattan]

I felt every dropped stitch with you!!!❤ I admire your tenacity and ability to keep going!!!❤

[@TinaCasna-Clark-gg2dm]

Good morning Ms Kelsie. I have been making those for the ladies that work at my husband's warehouse job. They start at 5:00 am. Believe it or not it gets down in the 30's at that time of the morning in Las Vegas in the winter. I am hand knitting but use your sew up method.

[@mariabermudez5233]

Beautiful job,love the plum color,thanks for sharing 😊

[@marylorini6138]

your patience is amazing, ive given up for less LOL. that being said, i am glad im not the only one who has these issues with knitting machines, you are not alone!

[@kittitothihasz4904]

Hi Kelsie, I think you did an amazing job, regardless of the many issues, 9 earwarmers are really good and respect you that you hang on, I am sure I already gave up during the day even if I am a patient person 😅

[@meganhall4633]

I would've stopped long before you did, so you did great! Hope you got to relax after finishing them all up. I hope next time works better, and I can't wait for Wednesdays vlog ❤

[@sommerhoohuli-lopez2675]

Hey Kelsie! I love that you show the real stuff. It really does help us with expectations should we decide to give it a go! I think you did Ah-mazing in spite of all the hiccups. Can't wait to see your next video.

[@marlenebeachy9652]

You did great with all the problems along the way!! Awesome job hanging in there!! Some days just don't go so well!! I think you did a good job!!

[@afsanakarim6500]

You showed people how tough this job is thanks a lot. I loved your video minute by minute to the end❤ love from Bangladesh 🇧🇩 .

[@chante94]

Kelsie, you're always impressive no matter what you do! I think we can all agree that you have way more patience and perseverance than the rest of us😂 9 is a lot! and I think the solid grey is my fave♥ hope you have better luck next time!

[@kdancer8298]

Hi Kelsey Thank you for continuing to make videos and motivate me to keep on my small business. I love to see how authentic you are in all of your videos. Keep up the AMAZING work!! PS. I wish I could send you something but money is really tight right now but I hope to one day in the future.

[@sasche23]

Thank you for showing your struggles with the sentro in this video. I've been considering getting one, because all the videos I've watched make it look so easy. It's nice to have a look at the negatives.

[@malinmattsson87]

Maybe you can do scrappy hats ore something whit the leftovers and some of the other yarn. Knitted or crochet ones

[@Kylie-en7jg]

Hey Kelsie!! Love your how much can I crochet in a day videos! I have been making twist ear warmers so much lately they are so fun to make!! Thanks for the amazing videos!!

[@ryancontreras5619]

I'm so glad you did this video....as much as you probably hate that your machine gave you so much trouble, it was nice to see how you corrected and handled using it. My machine is always dropping stitches and giving me trouble. I was about to give up on it! Love your content!

[@Yamib-nyb]

Love the plum one. But girl! What a day you had! I would have stopped after the first one probably 😅 that's commitment! ❤😂

[@RubyFrog277]

For some more stashbusting and winter stock you should make some more knit beanies with the yarn behind you!

[@agatakrezel-szutowska6580]

A very good video! Sometimes it's nice to see that everyone can have a worse day, and even with the use of machines not everything has to go smoothly! 💚💙💜

[@lynnclendenin2988]

I have a Sentro but haven’t used it yet. I recently joined a FB group that is collecting knit, crocheted, or sewn hats, scarves, and blankets for folks hammered by Helene and Milton. I figured it was time to learn how to use my Sentro!

[@traciperdue]

That plum one is pretty, but I like them all. Considering the problems you had I say that’s good. Hope you’re having a good evening!!❤

[@joannkruse9347]

Black and gray!!!!❤. Raiders colors!!!

[@thoughtfulcreation27]

the video was awesome, it was just one of those days. you did great and pulled through. love your hard work and really appreciate the work you put in your work!

[@sewfuntosew11]

When you crank a few rows pull the yarn down in the center, maybe weigh it down to stop dropping stitches. Fun video!

[@LM-lr9kx]

I knew the second you pulled the sentro that it was going to act up. Genuinely impressed you got nine lol i just put mine back in my closet after having a fit about it dropping stiches on so many types of yarn. Good job for sticking to it!

[@ohaiitsarielle]

I bought that exact same drill and got the attachments! What a game changer for the knitting machine ☺️

[@kanjifaith6619]

I love the optimism of some is better than none!

[@tracyheberlie4831]

I have the Sentro and Addi machines and their sole purpose is to piss me off 😂

[@faithdockendorff4747]

Have you ever thought of making baskets? They are fun, easy and use 3-4 strands of yarn held together so it would be a great stash buster. Especially since the stiffer and cheaper the yarn, the stiffer the basket.

[@RebeccaMundschenk]

There’s a woman at my LYS that sells bags made in a similar way.

[@debrahodges4822]

I think 9 is fabulous for all the difficulties you had. I think my favorite is the light purple color. I really admire the way you stuck with it even though things got a little frustrating. Always enjoy watching while I work on projects. Hope you have a great week.😊🧶😊

[@kriskrumanaker4315]

9 is good. Things take time, and stuff happens! A lot more than if you handknit them! They all look good!

[@DonitaPope]

passionate kelsey, I was watching you use your Sentro and a commet you made stuck with me. You said that you were thinking of oiling your Sentro but that you were told not to oil the machine but no reason why. I wanted you to know that CrochetVision just used sewing machine oil on her Sentro. She just used one drop of oil in each needle. Just letting you know. If you like you can get in touch with her. I waqtch you all of the time and enjoy your segments immensly. Keep it up. I have been crocheting for over 40 years and knitting for 50. My grandmother tought me how to knit with a pair of wooden needles and a pair of cut up panty hose. I must say that my first effort turned into a triangle but the spark was lit. In reality I taught myself how to crochet with the help of Womens Day magazine. They ran a how to crochet and how to knit articles way back in the 1970s. My son was 2 at the time so it must have been 1973. Somewhere in my stash of magazines/books I saved both articles but heaven only knows where. Some day I will run across them ;). I didn't work at either very diligently just sporatically until just before Christmas last year when I quit smoking and needed to do something with my hands. Since then I have knitted 4 sweaters and crocheted 3 afchans and working of a fourth and also working on a tunisian lapghan ( it may get larger). Anyway I just felt the need to reach out. Sorry if I bent your ear a little too much.

[@gabiemiller]

as others have suggested, try adding weights to the bottom of your project. also if your machines sit uncovered in open air when not in use they could probably stand to be cleaned/oiled from time to time. hope this helps!

[@LaceLeatherAndSpikes]

Weights and thread magic have completely changed my life. It totally eliminated dropped and tucked stitches.

[@BlockbusterBrickfilms]

16 minutes omg so excited for fall!

[@kaybishop3317]

I really enjoyed this video. You were very patient, I could feel your pain. 🙂

[@xxMusikManiac]

I’m a sentro-less knitter and my unnecessary dismissal of knitting machines for making things “too easy” was tested greatly by this video, lol. I’ve never been against them, but issues with ones I’ve tried took away all the utility of them 😂 Was nice to see you power through all the mishaps!! I would have given up by the second dropped stitch!

[@charlenewieschowski7146]

Hi, love the ear warmer, it looks so easy with your machine , Thanks for showing us ❤

[@GiggleBasket21]

I'm sorry the Sentro played up for you. Be proud of what you achieved Kelsie, you still did a lot!!! This vlog actually made me feel better in a way because, I'd tried so many times to get my sentro work, it's so frustrating when it just randomly drops stitches and I thought it was just me, but seeing you a professional also having a struggle is kind of a comfort knowing it just does happen if that makes sense? I re watched so many tutorials. It really is fussy about the yarn it has in it. I actually made a scarf with no waste yarn out of pure frustration! I'm going to try again now as you have inspired me to try and make one of these. Thanks Kelsie and I'm sorry it was so frustrating for you, honestly my fatigue couldn't!! It's a great Vlog and it was great to see the good and the bad, I like that you show the reality.

[@metrayhem]

Omg girl I’m so impressed by your patience! I would’ve given up by the fifth one. 9 is pretty impressive considering the struggle!

[@HandmadebySairaJ]

Hello Kelsey, I use a dryer sheet up between the tensioner and the guide before spinning pegs...if that makes sense. I wrap it around the yarn there and use a black metal paper clip to fold sheet in half and just let it float silly. It keeps my stitches from dropping. I have also used one of those like glue drop looking ear plugs (not sure of real name but they ate clear and you can stretch it out like gum from their drop shape) I place it up right where the yarn goes into the guide at the top so the yarn runs over it. You have to reform it every so often but tlit helps keep the yarns from dropping stitches as well. :)

[@teacheraprilrogers]

I have found that Caron simple soft, yarn bee soft and sleek, yarn been chunky soft and sleek, and Lion Brand thin Mandala works well on my sentry. But they all drop stitches no matter what. I have 20, 32, and 48 pin sentry, and a 40 pin Loops and Threads. For my birthday and mother's day my son got me the 46 pin Addi and it is like night and day. I rarely drop a stitch and it works like a dream. I never thought the difference would be as much as it is. I will never use the drill on my Addi. I also injured my thumb last year on the Sentro picking up so many dropped stitches. It is the craziest injury I have ever had. I agree the soft and sleek is amazing.

[@ronaldheartsgames]

Wow way to be a trooper when the universe was obviously against you. That machine was just out to get you! I can't believe how persnickety it was being! I was thinking of getting one for myself but I have really changed my thinking on that. I hope the next time you pull one of them out, they cooperate a bit more!

[@lookin4avampire]

Yeah this video also made up my mind, I was on the fence but I think I’ll stick to sewing lol I’m not sure how fun and relaxing a sentro would be compared to just hand crochet

[@flowerlovediary]

I would not have had the patience to keep going after all that, kudos to you! Personally, I’m partial to the black & gray (but also the green ones) I quite like the look of the split colors!

[@jamiebradt9195]

These are so pretty! I’d love to see you make hexagon cardigans again and cowls💕

[@Cuddlebabies]

Upgrade to the Addi. Thank you for this. Learned a bunch.

[@reavanante2160]

Earwarmer so nice. Beautiful. Plum (mauve).

[@thatonegirlelaine]

I have an Addi and the 48 Sentro. I had some problems in the beginning with Addi, but what I found is that it LOVES Big Twist, but I also found that I have to have the tensioner. I also use this little craft clips I got from the Dollar Store. Lastly, I found a little portable diffuser that I stock inside the ring of the machine and that helped so much. I've not used my Sentro much at all because it feels so light.

[@hookedandhemmed]

im glad you also have issues with your sentro and im not alone XD i keep seeing all these creators just breeze through sentro projects and im like hooowww mine sucks haha

[@josiedelauter7032]

I thought there would be no video today I’ve been checking every 30mins!!

[@gracefulturkey46]

This is the perfect representation of how frustrating the Sentro machines can be and you’re right…all yarns should work on it, but so few actually work well. Very impressive that you came out with 9 after all of that. 👏🏻

[@lindacress1624]

I was thinking add cowls & fingerless gloves to your make for Winter list. Great video. It's hard to stick w something that has so many hips and downs. U did great, very pretty. Always take care of yourself by watching a movie w your up very & eat ice cream!

[@sannelintha7518]

Thank you so much for this video!!! When I first saw the notification of the new video, I expected a crazy high number as always, like 35-40ish... I did a lot of beanies and headwarmers myself with my sentro, and I was cursing a lot sometimes... to see, someone else has some trouble with this machine sometimes, makes me feel a bit better🙈 And you still did a pretty good job!!! Don't worry at all!!!💕

[@shipofspools]

Yay!!! I’m so excited I love these “how many” videos ❤

[@benyboinoname9274]

You posted just in timeee I was just looking for something to watch and I'm glad it was your video I love them so much. I'm gonna crochet a ear warm while watching this video

[@Viney_maple]

Sage green is my fav color of all time so that’s obviously my favorite ! 💚 sorry your sentro was misbehaving but you did great!

[@mehtarelingolien]

"Let's get to screwing." 🤣 Cranked some tunes, cranked some yarn.... got cranky!.... Yeah, I will not be getting a Sentro anytime soon! Sage green and plum are my favorites. But then again, sage green and purple are my favorite colors.

[@karolinaglavic5064]

Grl, you are doing the best 👌 be proud of yourself. ❤

[@cheryladamebonete1539]

hello Ma'am, i like all your project. You know, i copied your black rainbow bucket hat that you made 10 months ago😊, the result is beautiful and i like it,I hope to learn more from your projects.., keepsafe...watching from Philippines..

[@lovelylinda1631]

i just bought a sentro knitting machine i guess ear warmers will be my first project yay😀

[@marygrace230]

This video was really fun to watch! It's making me want to make things on my Sentro again.

[@jocelynfullmer2472]

I am proud of you!!! How exhausting!

[@hannascrafty]

Yes it is impressive with all of your problems ❤

[@kleinwolkje203]

I think nine is pretty good with all the problems you had. I would have lost patience much earlier probably. I was considering getting a hand loom that works with thinner yarn (the ones I have only work with super bulky yarn or they make your work see-through) and then this video convinced me that I do indeed want a manual one and not a sentro.

[@Bellllllz]

Sorry you had a struggle like this kelsie. Also, when you sang, you matched pitch so good, holy hell

[@Tri_AgainProject]

Silicone ear plugs put by the ear warmer helps cut static & can prevent dropped stitches apparently.

[@daydreamcreationsbygiselle]

I'm super happy with nine!! Fav so far the mint and the sage green❤❤❤❤ Sometimes the sentro just don't cooperate

[@crochetingaroundnewzealand]

Some days are exactly like this!! I've found I have to tighten my tension using my hand and go slowly. One days I got 8 beanies made and the next day I finally got ONE made!! 😂

[@cindysol85]

Best yarn for the machine in my opinion is I Love This Yarn 😁

[@sheepwillowgifts9650]

For me the best way to knock out a bunch of Ear Warmers without dropping stitches ( after lots of trial and error) is to use Lion Brand Pound of Love, it’s a big Dino egg of yarn, lol. that has lots of great Autumn colors, and the Ear warmers will be soft. My sentro likes that yarn the best. Maybe because it’s a thinner 4 wt.? I love the colors you chose, they came out really nice! 😊

[@mommajessiesboutique]

I tried to get along with that machine last season. It's been sitting in the closet. I had high hopes for it lol. I can feel the frustration over here.

[@aliceDarts]

I honestly love your sweater... I might get one but black.

[@Babybearcroche]

i think you did very good given the circumstances! also you could make children earwarmers with the small leftovers yarns?