J's Knit - Holiday Gifts on a Budget. EP. 98.

[@tabithaaaron3754]

Hi again Mrs. J. Your knit and crochet items are lovely but, they don't compare to your smile. Thank you for your love, your smile, and the joy and kindness you share with others. You make us smile and laugh. It means the world to us. Thank you for being you. 💖

[@JsKnitandPurlJam]

Tabitha, you have done it again! I woke up this morning and seeing your sweet comment has just lifted me so! You are a blessing to me, and I'm sure to many others too, and I hope that something good comes your way. Smiles from J.

[@velvetvvitch]

Sometimes simple is best! Well done J. your patterns are always so elegant.

[@JsKnitandPurlJam]

Hi Chani, and thank you so much for your sweet comments. I hope that you too will give this one a try. Even acrylic yarns can look pretty with the right stitch and a little touch of style. Happy Knitting! Smiles from J.

[@lourdescortez7485]

JUST BEAUTIFUL AND VERY ELERGANT TOO

[@sigridkutz5170]

I would really like to make this in memory of my dad. I went to visit him in Europe for 6 weeks this summer and had so many conversations with him. He passed away shortly after I came back home to Canada. Thank you for this lovely pattern.

[@JsKnitandPurlJam]

Hi Sigrid, and I'm so sorry to hear that your dad passed away. You really was blessed to have had time to say good bye. Thank you for sharing, smiles from J.

[@sigridkutz5170]

@@JsKnitandPurlJam thank you J, I am starting to make this shawl and when ever I wear it I will remember my dad, how he was always kind, and loving, and how he loved his Creator. I miss him so, but I know I will see him again one day. He is now enjoying being with my mom. He was 94 and wanted to go to his forever home. J, you are an inspiration to me. My grandaughter, who is 25, and watching your shows almost every day, is getting encouraged to knit and having so much making beautiful Items. The notion that this craft is only for old people is so wrong

[@JsKnitandPurlJam]

Thanks Sigrid so much for sharing, and I'm so glad to know that your granddaughter is interested and wanting to give knitting a try. A few years ago, I taught myself to hand paint on tile for homes, I'll share some of this next year, but the people who knew how to use the paints and fire the tiles, did not want to share and it too has mostly died out. I am determined to leave what little I know about knitting and the joy that it has brought to my life here and now! Smiles from J.

[@rahilejahandide4645]

I love your beautiful patterns ❤️🌺👍🏼👏🏻❤️🙏🏻

[@soledadfranco966]

Thank you for the tutorial, you are a lovely lady.

[@elenityler8351]

O, JAY YOU OUT DID YOUR SELF!!!! YOU HAVE THE BEST IDEAS ON THE NET!!!! I LOVE YOU DEARLY AND THE WAY YOU TEACH IS THE BEST OF THE BEST!!! WE ARE HAVING OUR GREEK FEST RIGHT NOW BUT, WHEN I AM DONE I WILL GIVE THIS A TRY FOR CHRISTMAS. THANK YOU FOR ALL WHAT YOU DO!!! YOU ARE AN INSPIRATION TO US ALL!!!

[@JsKnitandPurlJam]

Ok Eleni, you are about to make me cry! LOL! Thank you and all my KZbin friends for letting me be part of your life and who knew that I could do it at 71!! LOL! Smiles from J.

[@gracerossi3900]

Thank you so much! Please do more for us new knitters! You are the best teacher. Cannot wait for more. Grace

[@JsKnitandPurlJam]

Thank you Grace for being part of J's K&P Jam this year, and I am so excited to design and share more in the New Year. Happy Knitting! Smiles from J.

[@sweetpea8032]

Really great to see your smile and this great video to help me learn knitting!

[@JsKnitandPurlJam]

Hi my friend, and I hope that you are not too cold yet, but It's coming! I have gathered up all your pictures along with many others to use in my Christmas QVC Special! LOL! I think that all the pictures will look really pretty set to some nice music as we enjoy the Holidays together. Thank you again for all your hard work and support! Smiles from J.

[@lindagates4896]

I am a visual learner that’s why I love the way you teach. God Bless You and thanks for the written directions to start

[@JsKnitandPurlJam]

Thank you for joining us, and for giving this easy stitch a try. You be blessed as well, smiles from J.

[@diannariley8430]

Linda Kloock, you're so right! Books just don't do it for me. I used to be able to go to books and study over a pattern, but it's very time consuming because you have to try and do that particular stitch over and over again until it looks as close to what you're supposed to be making. That's why Ms. J is one of the best!

[@sinaf.2866]

I love the new "yo" style it saves so much time! Thanks

[@JsKnitandPurlJam]

Hi Sina, and thank you for giving this simple stitch a try, and remember that we will use it again in another design and another tutorial. Smiles from J.

[@chronicstitcher7933]

Ms. J, you are awesome!

[@JsKnitandPurlJam]

So are you my friend! Smiles from J.

[@carolynh3473]

Wow! I love the idea of ironing the cables on circular needles that won't behave! I have a lot of that style needles, and next time I use one, I'm going to try ironing it! Thanks!

[@JsKnitandPurlJam]

Thanks Carolyn, I'm glad that you liked my tip! Smiles from J.

[@mariannerothconnecticutusa5213]

Thank you so much for the helpful tip of using the iron to straighten out the cord on the circular needles. I've never heard of that and it's a great idea! I can't wait to try it!!

[@JsKnitandPurlJam]

Thanks Marianne for watching, and it is a nice stress reliever, not having to deal with a crazy cable while knitting. Here is a nice tutorial that you might like also: kzbin.info/www/bejne/a4Oucp2emL-SpcU. Happy Knitting! Smiles from J.

[@DeeKnit7]

Hello Ms J, it is very nice to meet you. Today, I stumbled upon your channel when I was researching Japanese Knitting information. I am a Machine Knitter from years back and not much of a hand knitter. I am also 71 yrs also and was very inspired with your video. You look beautiful and have a lovely personality. I subscribed and was encouraged to knit again. Take care and be bless.

[@JsKnitandPurlJam]

Hello to my new friend, welcome to J's K&P Jam, and it's so nice to meet you too! I have never used a knitting machine, but I'm sure that you could pick up hand knitting really quick. I hope that you will join us and give it a try. I share all of my designs in step x step tutorials, and how to use stitch books for your projects. Delores, I look forward to working with you, and I hope that you will share some of your life story with us. Thank you for sub., and 71 never looked better than on you! Smiles from J.

[@crochetcomfort1654]

Luv you j. Just this week i got a pedicure. I haven t had one in several years. I enjoyed it so much, why did i wait so long! Your you tube bud ,Jeannie

[@JsKnitandPurlJam]

Best KZbin bud ever! I think that since we don't work anymore, we forget about ourselves. Most of the time I just buy some Sally Hansen and do them myself! LOL! Being a senior for me, has gone from driving 65, to barely able to back into the driveway. LOL! Jeannie, I was not prepared to be old, so I'm trying to keep smiling! J.

[@CindyKinney]

Hi Ms J. Your nails are so pretty. Love the wrap. Another pretty project. See you next time. I am so ready for another one of your stories, Ms J.

[@JsKnitandPurlJam]

Hi Cindy and thank you so much for watching. You know that I love to talk, so I will be sharing more stories soon. Smiles from J.

[@yarn_dragon]

Lovely pattern and idea for modifications. Thanks Ms J!

[@JsKnitandPurlJam]

Hi Gladys, thank you so much for watching and for being part of J's K&P Jam! Smiles from J.

[@sharondonovan1403]

Hi ms j you look so nice. What a beautiful wrap/shawl.....thank you for another video. Enjoy your channel.... God bless.... Happy knitting.....💖

[@JsKnitandPurlJam]

Thank you so much, but it's your friendship and support that is the real blessing to me. I hope that you have great plans for the Holidays with your family. Take Care, smiles from J.

[@teresacook3632]

[@JsKnitandPurlJam]

Thanks Teresa, and here is a simple crochet stitch that will make a real pretty Christmas scarf: kzbin.info/www/bejne/h6HQYqR4eMefbM0. Enjoy, smiles from J.

[@KattyWamp]

I'm a crocheter but learned the basic knitting stitches when young. You just might convince me to do my first knitting project!

[@JsKnitandPurlJam]

Thanks for watching, and I hope that you will give this simple stitch a try. Take your time, make good notes and enjoy the journey with me. Smiles from J.

[@deborahmccall873]

Just Beutiful....I can see the love in every stitch....♥️

[@JsKnitandPurlJam]

Thank you Deborah for your sweet comment, you are a blessing to me. Smiles from J.

[@SettasPlace]

Hello Miss J!😁 I so enjoyed listening to your stories! Lol! 😁 great idea about turning your wrap around! It did it with one of mine! Love your wraps! 😁💕

[@JsKnitandPurlJam]

Thanks my friend, and I'm so excited about your traveling scarf. In fact I just watched today and saw Debbie show her pretty stitch. Such a fun idea and a nice way to bring friends together. Looking forward to the BIG Finish! Smiles from J.

[@maxinestalker5767]

Another great project to work on - and for making it so easy to follow - thank you so much.

[@JsKnitandPurlJam]

Thank you Maxine for watching, and Happy Knitting! Smiles from J.

[@barbarablaauw.]

Thank you nice weekend and your nail looks good😘🌷🌷🌷🌷🌷

[@JsKnitandPurlJam]

Thank you so much for stopping by, and I hope that you will give this simple, fun stitch a try. You could make this in one weekend! LOL! Smiles from J.

[@dorisjackson3873]

Makes me happy :) Beautiful music, photography, and your smiling face. Hi J!!

[@JsKnitandPurlJam]

Thanks Doris, sometimes you have to make your own self happy! LOL! Thanks for watching and making me happy. Smiles from J.

[@nancypoehlman3791]

Love all the music you start your tutorials with. Also love your easy style and I enjoy watching and learning from you!

[@JsKnitandPurlJam]

Hi Nancy, thank you so much for watching and for all your support. Smiles from J.

[@handmadestitches5043]

Hi J Thank you so much for this budget friendly tutorial. I will definitely be knitting me and my family some up for xmas gifts. What a wonderful simple pattern to follow. I am fairly new to knitting and you have shown me a new stitch the drop stitch, thank you😍. Lov your nails !

[@JsKnitandPurlJam]

Hi Pam and welcome to J's K&P Jam! Thank you so much for watching, and since life is busy enough, I really try to use simple stitches to make creating stress free and pretty designs to wear. My nail are already growing out! LOL! Smiles from J.

[@florencekalma5629]

Looks beautiful both ways!

[@JsKnitandPurlJam]

Thanks, and you just never know how a simple idea will change things. Smiles from J.

[@Chris-lv2en]

Thank you J another brilliant video /tutorial. Loved it.!

[@JsKnitandPurlJam]

Thank you Chris for all your support. Smiles from J.

[@KLD521]

Hello Miss J, again welcome back, missed you. I am a visual person and I find it easier to watch and knit or crochet along. Some times following a written pattern can get frustrating. I rather have the materials and follow along. Thank you for sharing and look forward to more tutorials. Respectfully, Donna K.

[@JsKnitandPurlJam]

Hi Donna, and thank you so much for watching and for all your support, you are special. Smiles from J.

[@KLD521]

@@JsKnitandPurlJam Miss J, you are most welcome! Thank you for your kind words and for the inspiration to be creative. Have a Bless Day, My Friend.

[@na3omaelkashef932]

Thanks a lot.... I will do this pattern it’s so nice

[@JsKnitandPurlJam]

Thank you so much for giving my design a try. It's fun, fast and easy to make. Happy Knitting! Smiles from J.

[@nancymarchefka3244]

Very pretty Jan love it🌸🌸🍁🎃

[@JsKnitandPurlJam]

Thank you Nancy, and you are special to me. Smiles from J.

[@Fruitdelight123]

Oh, that White wrap looks gorgeous on you! :) Love your style, J :) glimmer and shine :)

[@JsKnitandPurlJam]

Thanks my friend, and yes I'm all dressed up with no place to go!! LOL!! Smiles from J.

[@Chris-lv2en]

Thank you J another brilliant video /tutorial. Loved it!

[@Fruitdelight123]

Smiling right back to you, J :) LOL. If I lived nearby, I would take you out for lunch so you could dazzle everybody, but you dazzle us all the time, thanks to KZbin :) love it, J....huggies from Sweden! :)

[@JsKnitandPurlJam]

Thank you for the invite my friend, because I'm all dressed up with no place to go! LOL!! I'm also working on a new Top Down knitted sweater for Nov., so stay tune. Smiles from J.

[@Fruitdelight123]

Hey there, dazzling friend :) LOL :) Oh, then I will most certainly stay tuned! Sweet!! Take care, Lovely J :)

[@annettewasdo2594]

Hello my joyous kitting friend! The weather is changing, the leaves are starting to change which means it is knitting & crocheting time again! And this cute little wrap is just the perfect piece to start the season off with! Ms J. You are a joy to listen to and I am so glad I found you on You tube ❤️. I was also wondering if you could send us a tutorial on how you steam your knitting and crocheting project's. Stay well my friend ❣️💝

[@JsKnitandPurlJam]

Hi Annette, and thanks for asking! I have shared this before in some of my sweater tutorials, but I think that a quick , How to video would be good to have. I'll put it on my list, but right now I am working on my next crochet and a knit tutorial to share. I'm on a roll, so stay tune my friend! Smiles from J.

[@annettewasdo2594]

@@JsKnitandPurlJam I so wish we lived close cuz I'd be visiting you often❣️💕💓

[@JsKnitandPurlJam]

@@annettewasdo2594 Thanks my friend for the sweet thought, because making KZbin videos is a lonely job! LOL!! Smiles from J.

[@annettewasdo2594]

@@JsKnitandPurlJam Hello my you tube friend Ms J! I have finished this cute little wrap and I am about to steam it, then take a few photos to send to you for your friendship album! I hope all is well and keep those knitting and crocheting on a budget coming! Have a wonderful night🍁🍁

[@JsKnitandPurlJam]

@@annettewasdo2594 Thanks Annette, and I will be sure to look for your pictures. I know that I am (MIA) for my poncho KAL, but I had to re-knit and re-work all the numbers 2 times to make it right. LOL! I finally think that I can start filming the tutorial on Friday. Note to self: Don't share an idea until you have made it first! LOL!! Smiles from J.

[@seasonsasmr]

I thought of you earlier today, got on my computer tonight and here you are, looking lovely as ever! This is so pretty, to be admired and inspired. I do hope one of your upcoming sweaters is in crochet! :) Oh and by the way, I had a pedicure today!

[@JsKnitandPurlJam]

Hi Helene, and I hope that you feel great after your pedicure. I find that sometimes you have to make your own self happy! LOL! Sorry I don't have a new crochet sweater yet, but I'll keep working to design one. Thank you for all your support, smiles from J.

[@Vickalicious310]

Gorgeous!❤

[@JsKnitandPurlJam]

Thank you so much! Smiles from J.

[@deeraines9416]

Ms. Jay, when i was just starting to knit a few years ago i found on wish.com a full set of circulars and a full set of DPNs in bamboo for $4.00 each set. They also have plastic sets as well for about the same. They sell a good variety of needles, hooks, and all kibds of buttons and notions.

[@JsKnitandPurlJam]

Thanks Dee for the information. I heard of Wish around the time I came on KZbin, but since I'm not a big on line buyer, I've never ordered anything. The same goes for ICE Yarns, I like to look, but I have never ordered! LOL! I'm afraid that it will become addicted. Smiles from J.

[@Wreinie]

G'Morning Ms J

[@JsKnitandPurlJam]

Hi my dear friend, and it sounds like you were reading my mind, except for the snow part! LOL! I tried to go back to my morning mug of coffee & cream too, but I have to be careful about acid reflux. I just finished part 1 of my new top down sweater that will be uploaded asap. If you send me a post box # or an address to the gmail at the end of my video, I will send you some yarn with wool in it. I am clearing out some of my stash, and I just can't deal with the wool much in the Hot Atlanta! LOL! Smiles from J.

[@Wreinie]

@@JsKnitandPurlJam You are the sweetest

[@soulsisterssurvivorssister8463]

New subscriber here. I crocheted a sweater out of Heartland. It's a nice yarn to work with and holds up well washing and drying. I love the capelet you made with it.

[@JsKnitandPurlJam]

Thank you so much for watching and welcome to J's K&P Jam! Smiles from J.

[@JsKnitandPurlJam]

Look who J is watching: Setta's Place at: kzbin.info/door/Uk_C1pSfIgcFwv01ohrM7gvideos. Mimi Loves Yarn at: kzbin.info/door/22gKvBJCCpgNZGo4B7l2YAvideos.

[@mariareyna258]

Hello my beautiful friend! Your wrap is gorgeous but I am not a knitter. Blessings beautiful 🌹

[@JsKnitandPurlJam]

Hi my friend, and it's so nice to hear from you again. I hope that you are well, and don't worry, here is the crochet version: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qXKznmCdZZd5fq8. Smiles from J.

[@mariarichard1782]

🌹😇I love you lady I wish you lived next-door to me is such a beautiful lady inside and outside God bless you

[@diannariley8430]

Ms. J, you'd mentioned in one of your videos about the yarn you called the poor man's cashmere. What was the name of that yarn? You said that you were bringing it back! As much as I love cashmere, I'd have to buy too much of the yarn and that's kinda pricey. I do use wool blends because I just love the easy way that they drape. The wool is soooo very soft and drapey! But I'd love to try this poor man's cashmere.

[@JsKnitandPurlJam]

Hi Dianna, and LOL! It was Jiffy yarn. It's not really like cashmere, but I had a lot of really old yarns that I needed to use up. In fact, I have not seen it in any stores lately. Sorry, smiles from J.

[@diannariley8430]

@@JsKnitandPurlJam I'm willing to try it out. I found some on Amazon that I think I'll order. Thanks so much.

[@sarahdickinson7855]

Hello miss J!😀

[@JsKnitandPurlJam]

Hi Sarah, and I hope that you are in a Fall kind of mood. LOL! I feel the need to craft, how about you? Thanks for watching, Smiles from J.

[@virginiaroberts4880]

what about a chrochet pattern I dont like to knit but can I still have these holes in it for chrochet like these

[@born4this783]

Just found you, what a delight in a world of hate!!

[@JsKnitandPurlJam]

Hello to my new friend, and welcome to J's K&P Jam! I have lots of knitting and crochet tutorials, so I hope that you find something that you like and stay awhile. Smiles from J.

[@crochetcomfort1654]

Your wonderful j

[@JsKnitandPurlJam]

Thanks Jeannie, and as always I enjoy your company and I hope that you are able to keep doing what makes you happy. Smiles from J.

[@nancysolaque2258]

Trabaja usted tan bonito

[@virginiaroberts4880]

Can I have chrochet instead with the same exact look with the same spaces as these

[@JsKnitandPurlJam]

Thanks for asking, and here is a quick and easy Holiday gift to make: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qXKznmCdZZd5fq8. Smiles from J.

[@ilmaba1756]

are your patterns on Ravelry?

[@diannariley8430]

Hi Ms. J, do you have a FB page? If so, can I join your knitting and crochet group? I also have a pressing question that I'd love to ask of you.....do you do online private lessons? If so, please let me know!

[@JsKnitandPurlJam]

Hi Dianna! Sorry I am not on FB and this is the only place that you can knit or crochet with me. Sad Face! LOL! Smiles from J.

[@diannariley8430]

J's Knit and Purl Jam, awwwww man! I'm having the darndest time trying to learn the schematics, whether it's for knitting or crocheting. I'm really stumped! I've even tried looking up how to calculate schematics for knitting, but they go through it too fast till even when I rewind it, it's still too fast! I've also tried locating a master knitter in the New Orleans area, but nothing. Like you, I'm a visual learner and to me, the books may as well be in Greek!

[@kathytellier3806]

Welcome back J! I love this elongated stitch! I’ve always wondered how to do it and you make it look so simple, thank you for showing this. I wanted to ask though instead of putting the marker after four stitches to remind you about knitting the stitches and then having to remember to knit one stitch after the marker can we not just place the marker after five stitches?

[@JsKnitandPurlJam]

Hi Kathy, and thanks for asking. Since you are not new at knitting, you could do that, but for a beginner, it is important to know what is the stitch pattern and what is the border. When we use this stitch again in another project, they will know that the k1 is part of the yarn over pattern. This one is so much fun to knit, and I know that you will pick out a very pretty yarn. Enjoy, smiles from J. PS. I'm working on a new sweater for Nov!!!! J.

[@kathytellier3806]

J's Knit and Purl Jam thanks J. I’m working on a huge cozy blanket out of the Bernal Blanket yarn...love the yarn but hard on the hands knitting with such bulky yarn. Can’t wait to see the sweater. Take care!

[@diannariley8430]

Ms. J, you are something else! You kinda remind me of my mother, she was such a classy lady and she stuck to her guns! If something or someone wasn't right in her eyes, hmmmmm, as she used to say, lemme get outta here in her New Orleans accent!

[@JsKnitandPurlJam]

Thanks Dianna, you are so sweet and I wish that I could give you a hug!! I want so much to teach you to knit, so thank you again for watching and for all your support. Smiles from J.

[@diannariley8430]

@@JsKnitandPurlJam I'm watching you right now! Hopefully, one day, I'll be in your neck of the woods.id love to meet you!

[@JsKnitandPurlJam]

Double hugs to you! Smiles from J.