KNIT TIME LAPSE⎮Part 3 Final Part Of My Reverse Engineer Sweater Project

In this knit time lapse, I show the process of reverse engineering a storebought cable sweater. While knitting this project, I made adjustments to the dimensions so it would be more customized to my liking. In between knitting, I included quiet moments around the house, and footage of the changing weather. Overall, this video is sectioned between my voice over and pure music. Finally, after wetblocking and weaving in ends, I reveal the final result and show the very first outfit I wore to style it.
Hope you enjoy!
TIME STAMPS
ASMR - 1:48
First try on - 15:39
Quiet around the house - 25:47
Finale - 27:35
MUSIC (listed in sequence)
1. Music by Singto Conley - Never Forget - thmatc.co/?l=0...
2. Music by Singto Conley - Grief Seed (feat. Telepathics) [Endless Abyss] - thmatc.co/?l=4...
3. Music by Sandy Hawkins - Chauncey's Dream - thmatc.co/?l=A...
4. Music by Mark Generous - Productive Mornings - thmatc.co/?l=7...
MATERIALS
US size 1 or 2.25mm circular needles (for main body)
US size 1 or 2.25mm double pointed needles (for collar and sleeves)
US size 4 or 3.50mm circular needles (second attempt at cast on)
Tapestry needle, scissors, stitch markers, measuring tape.
Yarn was thrifted
OUTFIT DETAILS
Coat - Harry Rosen Men's (old)
Jeans - GAP (thrifted)
Boots - Stuart Weitzman

[@wetb1anket]

At first I didn't get why I was drawn to your videos but now I think I do.. you share some technical tips here and there but you mostly focus on the process, the mindset, what you are thinking and feeling about the project. I especially like that you don't hide your mistakes, on the other hand you share them for us to learn! I felt your pain when you cut the yarn ha ha

[@ToTheKnitPoint]

Oh, thank you. I'm so glad you enjoy my videos, and you summed up everything so well. Thanks so much for commenting and I hope you'll continue to stay tuned :)

[@yukarioshiro9487]

I love your finished project and I bet the sweater feels so soft on your skin, since it’s cashmere. I have been thrifting cashmere sweaters to unravel and using the yarn to make new items. It’s time consuming project but it is so satisfying. I’m so happy to find someone who has the same passion.

[@ToTheKnitPoint]

Thank you so much!

[@michalalala]

I used to be really hesitant to undo mistakes in my knit pieces but your channel has helped improve my view of frogging from a burden to a necessary step to improve and learn. Due to this new mindset, my knit sweaters have improved significantly. Thank you!

[@ToTheKnitPoint]

I'm so glad for you, thanks so much for watching & happy knitting!

[@comfybeanie]

It turned out beautiful! And your confidence and happiness when you wear it shows ☺ I recently completed my own sweater from scratch, no pattern, just little steps that I learned and put together, and I owe a large part of jumping into that project to you! Watching you figure out your knitting challenges inspires me~

[@ToTheKnitPoint]

Oh thanks so much for watching. I'm so glad you found inspiration :) Happy knitting

[@rachelroot2913]

I have a few video suggestions. I'd love to see your process of writing out your patterns when deconstructing. A simple how to knit a sweater video for beginners and what skills need learned first (I've never made one). And perhaps a video on how you choose sweaters to thrift and unravel. This looks great, so inspiring as usual!

[@ToTheKnitPoint]

Thanks for the suggestions! I'll consider them for the future :)

[@susanklinefelter643]

You are amazing! I enjoy your videos tremendously and look forward to the next one. That sweater is just perfect, congratulations! P.S. your little dog is adorable.

[@ToTheKnitPoint]

Oh thank you so much! So glad you enjoyed watching :)

[@KnD_Cosplay]

That turned out so beautifully! I have loved watching your journey for this sweater. Thank you for taking the time to document your process :)

[@ToTheKnitPoint]

Thanks so much for watching :)

[@gaelle_coulm]

amazing work !!! really admire your dedication to re-do everytime you are not satisfied !!! so inspiring !!!!!

[@ToTheKnitPoint]

Thanks so much :)

[@barbarae4194]

Congratulations! 😃 It looks absolutely fabulous. The journey was long and arduous, but it has paid off in the end. Your patience and perseverance are rewarded! 🎉🎉🎉👏👏👏👏👏😊😊

[@ToTheKnitPoint]

Thanks so much :) This definitely was the longest project I've ever knitted!

[@Fyrelass542]

Congrats on the finished sweater!!! And the patience, because I absolutely would've given up after the first failed attempt lol. It turned out beautifully and looks so good!!!

[@ToTheKnitPoint]

Oh thank you :)

[@AnnaDoes]

Wonderful result. Well done! You should use a steamer or iron to block the sleeve while it was still on your needles. You can block in other ways :)

[@ToTheKnitPoint]

Thanks so much Anna :) I have used a steamer in the past to wetblock natural fibers but I found it made the fabric feel a little more rough. I think, due to the heat, it felts the fabric a bit. At least thats what happened to me, so I have always preferred a cold wet block even if it takes a little more time. Maybe I was holding the steamer too close? Perhaps in the future I may try again. Thanks for the suggestion!

[@ShalomKnits]

How exciting seeing the finished product after all your hard work. I am always so excited to see a new post from you.

[@ToTheKnitPoint]

Thanks so much for staying tuned! :)

[@ptty44]

I love the finished sweater. The yarn you chose was perfect for the project and it gave it such a soft drapey look. Thank you for sharing your process, mistakes and all. It's comforting to know that to knit something to fit correctly and for it to look the way you imagined takes time and effort. Also the willingness to frog back and reknit is essential too. I appreciate the dedication you have to this craft and look forward to future projects.

[@ToTheKnitPoint]

Oh, thanks so much! I think I made the right choice for yarn as well. I'm so glad you enjoyed watching my process from beginning to end, and thanks so much for staying tuned.

[@rachelraye285]

So happy for you! The sweater looks amazing and you were right about the collar. Congrats!

[@ToTheKnitPoint]

Oh thanks so much :)

[@connieb6161]

Beautiful!❤❤❤❤

[@ToTheKnitPoint]

Thank you! Sorry for the late reply

[@Jenjursnap]

Congratulations on finishing that beautiful sweater! The care you poured into its creation is so evident. Thank you for taking us along on the journey.

[@ToTheKnitPoint]

Thank you for staying along the journey with me :)

[@Aeremaee]

I'm so glad it worked out for you this time! 😊

[@ToTheKnitPoint]

Thank so much :)

[@dostagirl9551]

Stunning! Your tenacity, patience, and perseverance are inspiring.

[@ToTheKnitPoint]

Thank so much!

[@friday3592]

it looks soo good! that's gonna last you the rest of your life easily, well worth all the effort I'd say💕

[@ToTheKnitPoint]

Oh thank you! Yes, I plan on keeping this for a very long time :)

[@julim2603]

Good to see an update of this project! Kudos to you for your perseverance. Sometimes I think leaving a project for a while is great, bc you have time to cool off a bit and then being able to go back with a new perspective✨

[@ToTheKnitPoint]

Thanks so much. Yes, I considered starting a different project, but honestly could not get this one out of my mind. I definitely had a different perspective though, mainly because of the yarn change. It really changed things up for me! :)

[@mangaluver2010]

I'm glad all your hard work was able to pay off! Unraveling can be so disheartening, but as you showed persitence really pays off! Great job! Also, I loved the little addition of Doggo! They're so cute!!!! Now, I'm off to work on the cardigan you've inspired me to finish!!

[@ToTheKnitPoint]

Oh thank you and have fun on completing your cardigan :) Happy knitting!

[@paulaa6976]

You did an amazing job! 👏 ❤

[@ToTheKnitPoint]

Thanks so much

[@domidomer]

You did it! The sweater looks incredible! Your yarn choice was excellent and the whole piece looks lovely. Your perseverance definitely paid off.

[@ToTheKnitPoint]

Thank so much! Yes, this was a very long project but I'm very pleased :) Thanks for watching

[@taylorbess]

This is an amazing channel! Thank you for creating such wonderful content.

[@ToTheKnitPoint]

Oh thank you :)

[@traceyb3345]

I love watching your time lapse projects. As ever, your patience and diligence are an inspiration. Such a beautiful piece. You truly earned the end result.

[@ToTheKnitPoint]

Thanks so much for continuing to stay tuned :)

[@hajuzt]

wonderful!

[@ToTheKnitPoint]

Thank you :)

[@adinaschisler3930]

Congratulations! Your perseverance is unbelievable! I see you reuse yarn a lot... my Mom used to do that too, but when she'd dry the hanks she would hang a weight at the bottom of each which would literally straighten it back, did you ever try that? I - for one - hate knitting with unraveled kinked yarn. Great job!

[@ToTheKnitPoint]

I've never tried that trick before. It sounds interesting though. Thanks for sharing! :) & thanks so much for watching!

[@lynnschellhase9764]

Your work is beautiful and your patience is amazing! How many hours of time would you say you have invested in your work?

[@ToTheKnitPoint]

Oh thank you. Honestly, that is a hard question to answer. I really have no idea... because it was such a long project and some days I would knit all day while others, it was only for an hour or two.

[@thereselegault7217]

I enjoy your videos very much and have learned a lot from your unravelings, mostly that they are a plus if you want to get better at this craft. I have a question though...I have been knitting for over 35 years, watch a lot of blogs, read the knitting books I have purchased over the years and knitting magazines and have never heard of anyone using fabric softener like Downy when blocking their sweaters. Quite the contrary as a matter of fact, they advise against it..could it be because you use acrylic fiber? Also, where have you found out about this practice? I have always used Eucalan soft soap, not needing to be rinsed out. You amaze me...😅

[@ToTheKnitPoint]

Sorry for the very late reply! To be honest, I don't remember exactly how I got the idea of using fabric softener! But I believe it was through a 'repurposing yarn' video I watched almost a decade ago. It was a way to soften the kinks and also freshen up the yarn, especially if it was thrifted. I'm not sure if the video is still up on KZbin. I didn't know fabric softener was not recommended for blocking sweaters, but it has always worked for me. In fact, I noticed quite a big difference when I block without fabric softener. The fabric seems stiffer and less plush in the end result. As for the acrylic fiber, I always use natural fibers or a blend of natural fibers. It's very rare that I go for acrylics. Thanks so much for taking your time to comment. I hope I answered your question! (ps. I'll have to give Eucalan soft soap a try in the future!)

[@thereselegault7217]

Thank you for your answer. Have a great day! ❤

[@ToTheKnitPoint]

You're welcome! :) @@thereselegault7217

[@ngozi230]

How long did it take you to knit this? Also how many stitches did you have when you were knitting in the round for the body? Beautiful sweater!