Knitters Kniche Episode 2 My second Ranunculus and My First Sweater | Soldotna Crop

[@kimsechrest2202]

Regarding storing hand knits, I use sweater boxes from The Container Store. I bought the linen ones, they have a drop down, clear (see through) front that can hold several sweaters/shawls/etc and are stackable too. I have enough room in my walk-in closet to put them on the upper shelves but I rotate the sweaters as the seasons change. They are an investment, about $30 each, but they look real nice and keep the dust and moths (hopefully) out. I have them in my entryway as well and in my hobby room holding yarn stash. They come in different sizes to fit your space. Thanks for sharing your knitting with us. "Knit the Day" indeed!

[@knitterskniche]

Thank you Kim for the info as to where to purchase hand knit garment storage containers. Sounds like I might have 1 vote for the phrase “Knit the Day”. Lol. Thank you for watching! 😀

[@irenecortez7819]

Oh my goodness. I love all of your sweaters.

[@knitterskniche]

Thank you so much Irene! I’m so glad you enjoyed Episode 2! When you have a chance, check out Episode 1 if you haven’t already. Thank you for watching! 😀

[@dieboervroumariette]

Hi there. Wonderful episode. Looking forward to the next one.

[@knitterskniche]

Thank you so much. I’m enjoying your comments. Thank you for watching! 😀

[@vickishaw374]

I’m so attracted to the dusty soft pink yarns too. ;). Your sweaters are gorgeous!

[@knitterskniche]

Thank you Vicki for watching and for your lovely comments! Soft pink is the best neutral! 😀

[@zena-knittingbeans7973]

Your brioche suggestions in my library. I have yet to try brioche but your encouragement is spurring me on. You have some stunning knits. Really enjoying your little you tube space 🙏🏻🇬🇧

[@knitterskniche]

Zena you’re the best! Thank you so much! It’s so nice connecting with fellow knitters.

[@zena-knittingbeans7973]

@@knitterskniche it really is! All of us at different levels but loving it 😊

[@bettymoss1391]

Thanks. I don’t want to miss one of your podcasts! 😊

[@dianakhan1551]

So nice meeting you ! Best regards from Morristown nj. I love your video style . I love that you are similar to my age group lol and I can relate to you in style . I am Lithuanian and I am knitting since 6 years old ...so I am experienced knitter but i always knitted my own created / calculated designs . Only lately I decided to challenge myself and dive deep into “ universal” abbreviations, written chats . I am so happy I did that . It opened new doors for me in a world of knitting. Since I am piling up with many new beautiful garments ( just finished my first rununculus lol ) I find challenging to in styling them . Most of the time I end up with jeans ( different color) . I am 5.10.5 tall and somehow flair dresses doesn’t look good on me . Saying that I really !!!! Appreciate that you display your combos in styling and just hang them in front of the camera through whole video. That somehow opens up a bit my own thinking about styling and gives different perspective. So thank you and looking forward to watch your futures virtual meetups !

[@knitterskniche]

Thank you so much Diana! Your comments are so lovely! To be knitting since you were 6 years old is amazing. Yes,styling our knitted garments is challenging. I’m only 5 feet 4 inches tall and most dresses are way too long for me too. Thank you for watching and commenting! Have a great weekend! 😀

[@olgapik8838]

Hello, Bobbi. Thank you for your videos. It is obvious that you are a talented knitter. Just like you, I love brioche. Let me suggest the knitting pattern of one of the Quebec designers Tania Carreira, it's Raiz shawel. It's beautiful!

[@knitterskniche]

Thank you Olga for the kind comments! I just went on Ravelry and found the Raiz Shawl by Tania Carreras, it’s beautiful. Thank you for the suggestion and thank you so much for watching! 🙂

[@KnittingsAndSewings]

This is my first time watching your podcast. I really appreciate the recommendation on giving brioche a try with the headband. I love your sweaters. I'm knitting a Soldotna right now, and plan on doing a Ranunculus next. Your sweaters and the way you display them and show how one project relates to another is so well done. I am subscribing. Thanks for a well-done program.

[@lisamiller1804]

What a wonderful chat!! Thank you so much for the inspiration!! :) 'Knit the day' is perfect!!

[@tamaratafoya9466]

Hello! Thank you for a nice and calm podcast. Everything moves along very smoothly. I just wanted to share about storage for our knit items. I actually keep my yarn in large, sealed, clear storage bags, with air in them so the wool can breath, under my bed. It would be easy to find containers that slide under the bed to keep our sweaters and cardigans. It would be easy to label them as well, if needed. Hope this helps another viewer.

[@knitterskniche]

Thank you so much Tamara for your great storage suggestions! I’m so happy you enjoyed Episode 2 and thank you for your lovely comments.😀

[@susiewhite9154]

So happy to see your podcast pop up again! Your knits are beautiful and you are so encouraging. So fun to meet Bella Grace. Our knitting & our pets = lots of joy💖

[@knitterskniche]

Thank you Susie for the lovely comments! Bella Grace is just precious and I love to knit!! Thank you for watching! I’m so glad you enjoy my podcasts. 😀

[@debbieharrison567]

Your color choices are amazing and they look so nice the way you have them displayed. Thank you for sharing your knitting!

[@knitterskniche]

Thank you Debbie for watching and for your lovely comments! I’m so glad you enjoyed my podcast. 😀

[@minipoppinz8991]

Ive just found your channel I'm really enjoying each episode. I love your taste in patterns, yarn and colour palette and its so helpful to see how the garments fit etc. Thank you 😊

[@s.aliciawarren4283]

Love your podcast! And your knits!!

[@nancymorgan5505]

Thanks for being so organized. I am seriously thinking about knitting a Soldatna. Yours is lovely. Choosing colors can be difficult.

[@knitterskniche]

Thank you Nancy for watching and for the lovely comments! When I was choosing colors for my Soldotna, I went on Ravelry and scrolled through several Soldotna projects and then decided on my colors. 😀

[@kathieeidem5670]

That’s the Felix cardigan…I’m currently knitting it

[@janetgoier23]

Love your podcast! ❣️ You are so well organized, and the way you display your work is just so beautiful ! I look forward to more from you! BTW, I am a Ranunculus lover, and just finished my 14th. I've knit it in everything from linen, to fingering, to fingering held with mohair, to a single stand of mohair. Mohair alone makes an amazingly ethereal sweater. ❣️

[@knitterskniche]

Thank you Janet for the lovely comments! WOW, 14 Ranunculus sweaters! You’re amazing! I need to knit a worsted or Aran weight Ranunculus with long sleeves. The possibilities are endless. Thank you for watching and commenting. It’s so nice connecting with fellow fiber lovers! 😀

[@louannhawkins4569]

Enjoyed the episode. I make zippered project bags to keep my finished project safe from moths and to store in plastic totes

[@lauriepeterson9401]

Loved your broadcast and all of your knit choices, beautiful color choices. I'm going to give the twisted headband a try, possible gift knitting for a baseball mom in my life. Looking forward to your next broadcast.

[@knitterskniche]

Thank you Laurie for watching and for the lovely comments. I think you’ll like knitting the Twisted English Rib Headband and what a nice gift to give. I have also knit it with acrylic yarn and it looks and feels just as beautiful as the more expensive hand dyed wool. Thanks again for watching! 😀

[@lauriepeterson9401]

@@knitterskniche That's good to know, thank you!

[@Rennecb]

Beautiful knit🤩

[@knitterskniche]

Thank you so much for your lovely comment. Check out episode 1 for an up close look at 2 very popular knits! Episode 3 will be out this Friday! Thank you for watching! 😀

[@suegodfrey4794]

Hi, I'm a new subscriber and just loved your knits. I have just finished my first Soldotna and I love it, although it's a tad small lol. I have knitted a Ranunculus too. Love your colour choices too. I will pop back and looks at episode number 1 ..Love and hugs Sue from the UK. Xx

[@knitterskniche]

Thank you so much for your lovely comment! I’m seriously thinking about knitting the Soldotna in fingering weight. I’m so happy you enjoyed episode 2! Episode 1 shows an UP CLOSE look at two very popular knits, so please do check it out. Thank you for watching and I hope you’ll subscribe. Episode 3 will be out this Friday! 😀

[@PaulaSimoes67]

Very nice knits you have. They inspired me! Loved your episode...and I know a good one when I see one because a watch a lot , at night, when I knit☺️...lots of love from Lisbon!

[@knitterskniche]

That you Paula for your kind comment. Episode 5 is airing early tomorrow morning. Thank you for watching!

[@peggybork5623]

I do have the pattern Ranunculus but I haven't knit it yet. Most of the photos show alot of ease, but yours looks great on you.

[@knitterskniche]

Thank you Peggy for watching and for the lovely comments! I agree, knitting the Ranunculus with US 9 needles instead of size 10 needles makes a nicer silhouette. If you decide to knit the Ranunculus sweater, I would suggest a light dk weight yarn and US size 9 needles for a closer fit. Thanks again for watching! 😀

[@barbarawatson1667]

Hello from Calgary! I just found your vlogs and I love what you knit! Your knitting is lovely and so are your colour choices.

[@lynnmcentire4014]

I’m working on my 4th Ranunculus. It is alpaca lace weight held double. I also have to worsted weight wool which were 1 and 2. The 3rd was a linen fade. I had 5 balls of yarn; 2 of 2 colors and a single ball of another

[@knitterskniche]

Oh my gosh! I have knit 3 Ranunculus. I must knit more!! All 4 of your Ranunculus sweaters sound amazing! Thank you so much for watching and for taking the time to comment! 😊❤️

[@TrudySchwartzBurrill]

Hi I’m glad I saw your video today. I’m currently knitting “Look at my Holes” by James Watts. Its a very fun pattern, I think you would enjoy it. I received my Linen Quill yarns the other day and promptly put a “Half and Half’ wrap on my needles. I really like having a garter stitch project, ie a (mindless knit), on the go at all times. lol It certainly is a glorious yarn to knit with and great pattern for that. I also sent you PM on Instagram and followed you over there as well.

[@TheSeamlessKnitter]

I just stumbled on your podcast. I enjoyed it very much.

[@knitterskniche]

Thank you Christina for watching and for the lovely comment. 🥰

[@wattlewoolastridpurins6486]

It’s so lovely to meet you! You knit so much, it’s so lovely to see so many projects!

[@knitterskniche]

Thank you so much for your lovely comment! I appreciate your support so much! Thank you for watching! Episode 3 will be out this Friday! 😀

[@JB-un2jo]

Oh my word! Precious puppy! I just bought yarn to make a Ranunculus, searched for videos about it and voilà! I found a great new channel, and a precious dachshund to boot! I have a Black and Tan long haired girl dachshund named Pearl ( but also for Purl) and a red long haired boy named Harry. Great job on your knits and channel. .

[@knitterskniche]

Ahh! I’m so happy to meet another dachshund mama! Thank you so much for watching and commenting! It’s great connecting with fellow knitters especially those who are dachshund lovers like me! 😀

[@cindyrogers1413]

I am knitting my first Ranunculus and found videos by Sun Dragon Tips and Tricks who has several step by step videos showing how to do some of the stitches used. I found these videos very helpful!

[@irenecortez7819]

I have never knit a color work sweater. I’m afraid 😬. I need a visual tutorial. I love your colors sweater. My first sweater is the ranunculus.

[@knitterskniche]

Thank you Irene for watching and commenting. There is a great Soldotna tutorial on KZbin by Aurora Talks Knit. She has broken it down into 7 parts. I watched her Soldotna tutorial before I attempted to knit it. It helped tremendously! I hope this helps. 😀

[@theislandlamb]

Hi Bobbi, love your podcast. I’ve been wanting to start my own channel and you are inspiring me to give it a try. I keep most of my hanknits in a cedar chest that was my grandmothers. I try to lay them flat or in half horizontally with the sleeves to the front. Hope this helps. I look forward to your next episode.

[@knitterskniche]

Hello! Thank you so much for the lovely comment! You should start your own KZbin channel. It’s easier than you think. I do it ALL on my iPhone. Thank you for watching!! 🙂

[@annieyoung4]

Hello… new subscriber here. I’m so enjoying your podcast - You’re very comfortable in front of the camera. 😀 The pink cardigan you showed with the eyelet raglan… I looked up rift but I’m thinking it may be the Felix. That super bulky will be perfect for my teenage granddaughters 😊 Bella Grace is beautiful 😍

[@knitterskniche]

Hi Annie! I know, silly me said Rift instead of Felix and didn’t catch it while editing that episode! Thank you so much for watching, subscribing and taking the time to comment! You are so kind!! I’m planning my next video. It’s gonna be a good one! Have a wonderful weekend! 😊❤️

[@CLOUDSINTHEKITCHEN]

I just bought the pattern for the Haven yesterday.

[@knitterskniche]

That’s great! I’m so glad the pattern was released to sell. You’re going to love it!

[@saleon84]

Bobbi, thanks for another good episode. Loved the headband pattern referral, I will have to knit that one up soon. I love your style and the changes you have made to patterns you have knit up. Same pattern but with your yarn choices made it maybe a bit classier in my opinion. As a mature woman myself it made me look at the patterns with a different eye. Your color choices are also just wonderful. New subscriber for sure.

[@knitterskniche]

Thank you for watching and subscribing! Your comments are so generous and kind. In reference to our age, I noticed there are very few “seasoned” knitters with a KZbin podcast. So, I thought I’d give KZbin a try. I appreciate your support so much and I’m glad your enjoying my videos. 😀

[@kathryn8248]

Bella is a Sweetie. Is she Dachshund? Thank you for another Awesome Episode. Plan to make a Ranunculus & Haven Cardigan. Thank You

[@celiabell9466]

There is a way to store folded knit sweaters on hangers.

[@jayleendelrio2075]

Hi Bobbi, Thank you so much for another wonderful episode! I can’t wait to see your brioche shawl….I haven’t went down the brioche rabbit hole yet, but it’s coming! My main concern is how to fix a mistake in brioche, any suggestions? I’m also knitting a pink Ranunculus and loving it! I’m using Berroco Remix Light, and I’m pleasantly surprised on how much I like this yarn especially for a Summer project. Have a wonderful week and Knit the Day Away 🥰

[@knitterskniche]

Good morning Jayleen! Thank you so much for your kind comments! The best KZbin tutorial I have found for fixing brioche mistakes is: Fixing a Brioche Mistake by Nancy Marchant | Knit Stars. It’s a clever way to fix brioche mistakes and it’s easy to understand. Good luck with your future brioche project and have fun knitting your Ranunculus!! 😀

[@Sharon-ov6ft]

Hi Bobbie, your sweaters are Beautiful! Love your color palate! You have inspired me to make the Haven Cardigan! Making mine in Re-Spun Thick & Quick, color : Silver ! What yarn did you use for your Felix cardigan? Thank you for sharing you lovely projects and using reasonable priced yarn, that’s readily available! 🦋

[@knitterskniche]

Hello Sharon. Thank you for the kind comment. The yarn I knit the Felix Cardigan is Yarn Bee Romantique Yarn in the color Warm Blush. Thank you for watching.

[@janicezgibor3148]

I loved your episode. You make everything seem doable. I have an English Cream dachshund as well. Looks just like yours. His name is Cash. I also have a female named honey.

[@knitterskniche]

Thank you so much Janice. Dachshund’s are the best and I always enjoy hearing about everyone’s pets. I appreciate your viewership! 😊

[@amycole8974]

Can you please send more information on the Rift Cardigan. I have searched Revelry but to no avail. The pattern Number and designer would be helpful. You have given me inspiration and many ideas for returning to knitting after many years of doing other things, including bilateral shoulder replacement. Thank you!

[@knitterskniche]

So sorry Amy. I misspoke in episode 2. It is the Felix Cardigan by Amy Christoffers. I just put a link to it in episode 2. Thank you for bringing that to my attention. I hope your able to take up knitting again.🥰 This cardigan is simple and quick! Thank you for watching and commenting! 😍❤️

[@amycole8974]

Many Many Thanks

[@michellematthews21075]

Just discovered your channel and I cannot wait for your next episode! My question to you is, what kind of yarn you used for the Soldotna? Thanks

[@knitterskniche]

Michelle, thank you for watching and commenting! The yarn I used was Yarn Bee Must Be Merino Light. Thank you for the lovely comment! 😀

[@patriciadiaz9408]

hola, muy bonito tejido, dónde se puede conseguir el patrón?? gracias

[@alicejette5635]

Hi, I just came across your podcast great things you make my question is do you do tutorial on your sweater ? I live in Florida so l like to work on fingering yarn made dozen of socks I am now finishing a lace shawl lace tutorial would be a great help ,we are lucky we have a great yarn shop in Cocoa Village but don’t always have time to do classes .

[@claudiawitt7802]

Hello Bobbi, I just found you on You Tube when searching for "the Ranunculus sweater". I was hoping to get some thoughts about ease. How much ease did you allow for your Ranunculus 1 & 2 sweaters. They look great on you!!! NOT over-sized like the photos shown on the pattern. I just finished MY first sweater The Rift Tee by Jacquline Cieslak but with less ease than suggested. I am a beginner at this and need some confidence. Also, your knitting and "knitting niche/corner" is fantastic! Love your sweet dog Bella Grace too! Thank you for the lovely episodes. I am subscribing. 💗🌸

[@knitterskniche]

Hello Claudia! Thank you so much for subscribing and thank you for the lovely comment! Both of the Ranunculus sweaters I knit have 5 1/2 inches of positive ease knitting with US 9 needles for the yoke and body of the sweater. I knit with US 8 needles for all of the ribbing. The fit turned out perfectly. I knit with fingering weight yarn for the brown one and a light Dk weight yarn for the pink one. Interesting enough, both came out with the same amount of positive ease. Thank you so much for watching! Have a great day! 😊❤️

[@jhuntsman17]

Working on my second ranunculus now. Just started the sleeves today. May I ask how long you knit your sleeves on the ranunculus you are wearing in the video? Your knits are beautiful. Julie

[@knitterskniche]

Thank you Julie for watching and for your lovely comments! The pink Ranunculus sleeves I knit 9 rows of stockinette and 9 rows of twisted rib then bound off. The tan Ranunculus sleeves I knit 5 rows in stockinette and 5 rows of twisted rib then bound off. I hope that helps.😀

[@jhuntsman17]

@@knitterskniche thank you so much. ITV really does. Have a great weekend

[@chardennis9370]

Soldotna Crop, I love your colours could you please tell me what colours and wool you used. I would like to try this sweater first colour work. Thank you in in advance for your help. I am not colour savvy but I love yours as it is very soft.

[@knitterskniche]

Thank you Char! Here is a link to my Ravelry page for my Soldotna crop. It lists the yarn I used and all the colors. ravel.me/Bobbiknitsit/sc

[@liserousseau8230]

Hi, I am Lise from Canada. I saw you on KZbin 3 days ago. Everything I see is beautiful. I would like to know if the pattern for your brown sweater ranunculus is the same for the pink one? Thank you so much.🥰

[@knitterskniche]

Hello Lise! Yes, the pattern is the same. Both are knit on size US 9 needle. I did knit the pink Ranunculus 1.5 inches longer before knitting the ribbing with US size 8 needles. The sleeves on the pink one are also knit an inch longer. I knit a size 3. Thank you so much for taking the time to comment and for watching. Have a great weekend! 😊❤️

[@dorisenderle5857]

If, when you wash your cardigan, use a bit of hair conditioner. It will help with the scratching.

[@knitterskniche]

Thank you Doris for watching and for the great remedy for “itchy” yarn! Great idea! 😀

[@irenecortez7819]

Love this video. I watch it over and over. I bought the haven pattern. I’m looking for the color you used. Did yours ever soften up?🥰

[@knitterskniche]

Hello! Thank you for the lovely comment! I must confess, I haven’t soaked it yet to see if it will soften up. Thank you so much for watching and taking the time to comment! 😊❤️

[@bettymoss1391]

Love your podcast! Is there a recent one????

[@knitterskniche]

Thank you! Yes, episode 22 is the newest podcast on KZbin! Thank you for watching and taking the time to comment! 😊❤️

[@irenecortez7819]

Cute buttons at Hot Springs Fiber Company in hot springs Arkansas.

[@hockey3boys]

Love your podcast. For your pink Ranunculus how many balls of yarn? I have that same. yarn in my stash, wondering if I will have enough. Thanks

[@knitterskniche]

Good morning! Thank you so much for watching and for your lovely comments! The Universal Yarn Bamboo Pop has 292 yds to 100 grams. I had 2 balls and used 1 and 2/3 balls. I have 32.67 grams left. I knit a size 3 on size US 9 needles. I hope that helps. 😀

[@hockey3boys]

@@knitterskniche Thank you !

[@suzyburke]

Bella Grace is a cutie pie!

[@knitterskniche]

Thank you Suzanne! 😊❤️

[@katherineshaw654]

What yarn did you use to knit the Haven Sweater?

[@knitterskniche]

Hello! Here is the link to my Haven project page in Ravelry. It lists all the information for this sweater. Thank you for watching! Bobbi 😊 ravel.me/Bobbiknitsit/hc

[@PeggyJeanD1]

What size did you do in the Ranunaculus?

[@knitterskniche]

Hi Peggy! I knit size 3 on US size 9 needles for and US size 8 for the sleeve, hem and neckband ribbing. Here’s the link for my Ravelry page. Thank you for watching and commenting! 😊❤️ ravel.me/Bobbiknitsit/r1

[@kathymclaughlin2248]

Do you think an advanced beginner could do a ranunculus?

[@knitterskniche]

Hi Kathy. Yes. The Ranunculus sweater is easy with some help for a beginner. I will link a video that I used when I knit my first one. You will love knitting it and love wearing it. It’s hard to explain why it’s so popular. One really nice thing is it doesn’t take as much yarn as similar sweaters do. This link has a series of videos to take you through several steps to complete your sweater. Have fun! Thank you for taking the time to comment and for watching!! 😊❤️ kzbin.info/aero/PLdm0UsJRGj9Z1FPuwVSpoPAuf1l8ZDGbf