Knitting Podcast - Episode 35

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[@sugarfolkhomemade]

I apologize for all of the weird things going on in this video. whatever is happening with the lighting in the beginning... It does stop! 😊 I also lost audio suddenly at one point, no idea why. I probably just shouldn't have posted this footage because so many things went wrong, but I figured what's the harm in leaving it up! It the issues bug you, I totally understand and I'll see you next time ❤️

[@amyj9907]

These were not big issues at all! They didn’t lessen my enjoyment of the episode, and I’m so glad you didn’t re-record. This one was just great as is, and I loved seeing the progress on all your projects!

[@ryankurth8080]

You can absolutely keep knitting without increasing if you've reached your desired sleeve and body circumference but you want a longer yoke. I've done it and I don't feel like it's noticable, but if you end up not liking how it looks, one thing you can do is space out your last several increases for a smoother transition (increase every 4th row instead of every other for example)

[@cindygriswold7929]

Thank you for your video. I enjoy seeing your WIPs.

[@debbiestuckey6599]

You shouldn't apologize.❤ We watch you because we like you and enjoy seeing your projects. The colors of all the yarn are perfect for you. They'll be beautiful for you to wear. This last year you had more (possibly too much) on your plate to deal with and now life is refreshed and you can enjoy your knitting. I'm very glad for you! And btw, I barely heard the Legos. It wasn't a problem. 5K subscribers!?!? Wow!! That's awesome!! Oh! I love that yarn!! 🧶❤🧶

[@recusa6519]

Congratulation on reaching 5000 subs. I have been following your beautiful knits for many months. I love your color choices and style. Happy knitting to YOU!

[@niknaiman5359]

I'm so excited for you to have hit 5K!!! Don't downplay it at all. That is a huge accomplishment. I thoroughly enjoy every episode and your gentle spirit. Thank you for continuing to share with us.

[@kalenreichert]

Congratulations on the growth of your channel! Your room and knits are beautiful! The blue does indeed suit you! So does the beautiful pinky tones of your wrap WIP! It reminds me of a field of wildflowers. I hope you and your family have a wonderful weekend and summer! 💗

[@morganmoore6455]

I’ve been watching your channel since you were just a handful of subscribers and I haven’t regretted it since! The children’s noise make it cozy and real. 😊Thank you for your sweet spirit and for shining a Christian light in the knitting community! Congrats! 🎉

[@Knitpulsive]

5000 is a wonderful milestone! Congrats! 🎈 It’s so nice to see your podcasts more often. I really enjoy watching. 💕

[@danettefortson1698]

I actually love your room and think it's great for your filming. If you're unhappy with the lighting you can add a lamp. I think you should film from wherever brings you the most joy!!! Congratulations on the 5000 subscribers.

[@suzyburke]

Congrats on 5000 subscribers, that’s nothing to sneeze at! Love the Freckled Whimsey yarn you chose. The room you choose to podcast in doesn’t matter…but the sound and lighting does when your showing your projects off! 🥰

[@chelseabergman5009]

I'm so glad you came back from your break and didn't give up. I love watching your episodes! You have your life full with little ones, so take it easy and don't stress about the content. We love watching you for who you are. Reality included. 🥰

[@sarahwelsh3]

Hi Makayla! Congrats on 5,000. Your knits and the way you talk about your projects always inspires me. I love the green as a vest but can’t wait to see it finished with the sleeves and the embroidery flowers on the neckline that you mentioned a while back. I am still in awe over your Alpine Bloom and can’t wait to see your 2nd one. And still thinking about your Roosty Tank Top from a while ago too!! ❤

[@kimalley7202]

Another great video! Love hearing your son rummage through his Legos. So happy to see creative kids not on the computer. Love seeing all your works and looking forward to seeing your finished projects. Happy Knitting!

[@connienewton7304]

I’m glad you’re back I love your podcast. You are so talented and pick such pretty patterns. I think your basement is fine to podcast. And I never heard the legos. Have a blessed week.

[@TwinkleToes2day]

That was *such* a lovely episode Mikayla 😀 The sound, lighting and location were all just fine. Background noises are all part of family life and a joy to me 😊 You are such a creative person, I am very happy when I see you have a new episode up. I'm in the UK, so best wishes to your US subs for the FreckledWhimsy set; it is very nice. Blessings always 🙏 ✨️ 💛

[@brookeshoevlin]

Love all of the projects you have in the works, lady!💗Also so with you on both having a slow/low inspiration season - it happens! - and on knitting being like art, I would never buy something neon, but knit it?? Yes, ma’am. I indeed will buy and knit with the crazy, vibrant yarn.😆

[@teresagall2088]

I love the room where you are filming. Very calming.

[@CreatorIsWithUs]

I stop knitting increases when I reach the desired BODY or ARM circumference. If my sleeves are big enough I will stop increasing for the sleeves and continue the body increases ... or vice versa. Usually by the time I need to stop increasing, I am at the point where the fabric will connect under the arm and no one can see what is going on under there. I have measured and figured out what upper arm (sleeve) and body circumference I like in my sweaters and just knit until I get there. If for some reason I need to add more increases than the pattern states, I will just throw a few in under the arm. If you want to know the dimension of your sleeve, bust, etc. do this: divide your stitch gauge by 4, then divide the number of stitches by that number. For example, if your stitch gauge is 24 sts (in 4" / 10cm), divide 24 by 4 which equals 6. Then if your sleeve is 72 stitches, divide 72 by that 6 and you have a 12" sleeve. You can just stop knitting when you get to your desired dimensions. Happy knitting 😀

[@kyleparra5536]

thanks for the fun podcast - love the change in location and hope as the summer arrives we can have a peek outside in your yard? I also enjoy have several WIP's going and planning on making this the year I complete some! Your projects are lovely and that color blue.... perfect. Happy Knitting!

[@bethr5273]

Oh my goodness, the new Ranunculus and the My Time sweaters are going to be gorgeous on you! So glad you didn't frog your advent knit because those colors will be awesome on you, too. I made that sweater also, and I love it - it is so comfy!! The "flower" stitch gets quicker as you get more used to it. Your bedroom setting was perfectly fine, I think. And boy, do I remember the sound of legos being rummaged through! 😂 It was not super audible on the podcast, though. Enjoy your summer to the fullest! 💗

[@pamgeurink496]

Congratulations on the 5000 followers! The yarn from freckled whimsy is beautiful and I love your channel!

[@karenmiller1665]

I love your bedroom. Congrats on 5,000 subscribers! I’m so glad I found your channel!

[@erinred5295]

I am thankful to have found your podcast...so calming and all your knits are inspiring. Thank you for taking time to share.💟

[@cherylarnett1753]

I just love your style and the colors you choose. The blue does look good on you and makes your eyes pop. The basement was just fine and is a cute background. Congrats on 5000+ subscribers, that is wonderful. Have a great week!

[@imsunnii]

5000!! That’s so wonderful. It is inspiring to watch just how much you love knitting and how much you enjoy doing your podcast. Also you have a great sense of style❤️

[@lizwhaley9676]

That sock set is so lovely! I love watching your videos. I love your style and what an interesting thought: you're right, some of the things I've knit, I'd never buy in a store. I think knitting is a fun way to explore colors and textures in wearable art!

[@alip.9740]

You pick beautiful colors for yourself! I agree it's an art. Thank you for this channel I save it for when I can slow down and knit while you show me more things I can knit!

[@ruzenka28]

I love your knits. The green one is spectacular. The yarn combo would be so cute for a tank or socks.

[@denisewilliams7657]

Any background noise never bothers me as that’s life! Congrats on 5k subscribers! Any amount of subscribers is monumental IMO.

[@vickirainsberger1798]

When the kids dug through legos I reminded myself it’s the kids creative outlet. I’m sure my clicking of knitting needles drive them crazy 😃

[@neelieknits382]

Enjoying weekly podcasts. Congratulations on 5,000 subscribers.

[@EileenK64]

I love the sweater you’re wearing! Your bedroom looks so nice. Also I didn’t hear or didn’t notice the legos. No worries! 😃

[@sugarfolkhomemade]

Yay! I'm so glad. Felt like everything was going against me podcasting today 😅

[@micheleshanahan]

Congratulations on 5000! Very exciting! I’m on my 3rd Ranunculus! Such a fun knit! Just love it!

[@kristincantwell9992]

Congratulations! That’s a beautiful prize. I really want to try Freckled Whimsy yarns.

[@thewoollyhag-bs8ol]

I love all of your WIPS! I used to be a monogamous knitter until I started watching your podcast lol 😅 You have inspired me to cast on ALL the things! Thank you for another lovely episode and congratulations on 5,000 subscribers!

[@cathycoughenour3849]

Absolutely think you’re adorable and love all of your knits! So, so inspiring! Love your color choices! BTW your decor is perfect! Would love to hear more about your homeschooling…you’ve mentioned it a couple of times! Thanks for sharing!

[@paulettewaller9833]

I’m enjoying your KZbin videos so much from Lower Alabama. You are a breath of fresh air and I love all of your WIP’s. I’m inspired now to knit my first garment. I don’t know why I have always been intimidated to try to knit a sweater, I have knitted and crocheted for years and made shawls, scarfs and baby blankets, and I’m the sock guru, but never tried to knit or crochet a sweater for myself. Thank you for your inspiration. Congratulation on 🎉🎉🎉 5000 subscribers….

[@KnitsInColor]

I found your podcast last August and have watched all your older episodes. I have enjoyed watching you build your skills and getting to know you (hope that doesn’t sound creepy). Thanks for sharing your enthusiasm and joy in knitting!

[@melissaemery8686]

No need to apologize I love the real life stuff. When the audio went out I thought my AirPod was glitching again 😂 The LEGGOs. I couldn’t hear them but you talking about them made me think of my son and his friend loved playing the dump game. Which was just taking the box of Legos and dumping them on the floor. 😮😡

[@katjafarbenfroh8646]

Hey 5000 subscribers congratulation! And the ranunculus or every other knitting piece you don`t need to make increases, me personaly I freestyle a lot .... Happy knitting

[@cnrdelfs]

I just found your channel with your last episode and subscribed immediately. Your excitement in sharing your projects is contagious and absolutely delightful to watch. And hearing kids playing in the background is precious to my empty nesting heart ❤️

[@gaylecmiel8221]

Love your green sweater….seems like you can wear any color! Sweet….spring green! The sock set is beautiful too and I’d be pleased to own it❤️. PS filming in your bedroom is fine by me…if it works well for you, let’s do it., love the ginger cat asleep on the bed😉gayle in MN.

[@dawnfoley4355]

Congratulations on 5k! Your projects are all beautiful, as always. I always enjoy watching your episodes, and any background noise (I didn't hear the Legos), or lighting issues don't bother me a bit.

[@Kris2397]

Not from the U.S, which okay with me ;) I just wanted to congratulate you on your 5000 subscribers milestone! 🥳 And I didn't hear the lego until you mentioned it, and even then it wasn't a problem 😊

[@star_cruiser1997]

Congratulations on you 5K 🎉 well deserved, your episodes are always very beautiful, inspiring. Love all the florals and ruffles 💛 very summery

[@Kat-Knows]

How fun. U definitely happily persevere 🥰 I raised 8 children & 2 foster children so i totally get the 'distractions' lol Is becoming of u with all the pastel colors u r picking these days of knitting. I have so much fun these days knitting & crocheting home decor, like small curtains & hand towels as well as the usual garment & accessories. So many choices. Love the whimsey yarn. Keep having fun & enjoying ur craft & ur life. Its all worth the investment 💟

[@sarahbearinthewoods]

I’m so glad I found your podcast! I have the same enthusiasm for knitting 😊 I love to watch while knitting! I don’t mind the basement film, though I can’t see the colors as well and you pick beautiful colors!

[@pamkrantz6977]

Congrats on 5,000👏💐 I so enjoy.your podcast - You are calming and a very sweet person who is also a very adept knitter! I love to see all your very adorable projects. I was glad you questioned how to add length to your raglans without having either the front or arms being affected depending on where the increases were. So I looked into the Comments section for an answer and did get a couple very useful tips on what to do for myself - thank you very much! Also, I don’t think I’ve ever heard your children doing anything in the background, so no worries for you there. Have a great summer!

[@renehomola3325]

Congratulations on 5K ! That's so exciting! Love your choice in colors and i just adore your top with the flower detail in the sleeve! BTW, yellow is my favorite color also!

[@Emily.knits2]

Love your videos! Your knitting is inspiring!! I have knit 4 Ranunculus sweaters now and I have yarn for another!

[@kristinekinigson1949]

Congratulations on reaching 5K! I think that is quite an accomplishment. You are a beautiful knitter and lovely inside and out. Thanks for sharing part of your life with us.

[@alecsgirl]

Enjoyed catching up with your projects, as always! The Lego and kid noises don’t bother me-I just thought it was my children until you commented on it 😌 Have a great week!

[@susansmith3264]

Your bedroom is great for podcasting! And I can definitely relate to the Lego situation, with 5 sons! I love your knits, as always!I’ve started an advent wrap also….need to get back to it!

[@brandiabla7653]

Congrats on 5k! I love all your WIPs…do what brings you joy💞have a beautiful day sweet knitting friend!

[@dianepothier3078]

I found your site a few weeks ago and have become a fan girl. Thank goodness for Lego’s. Years ago my son was in his room a it got quiet. I went in to find he was washing his baby sister’s hair with Desatin diaper sauce. Do you know how difficult it is to get that out of the scalp pours??? lol. My goodness, it’s a wonder we don’t have time to knit. Diane

[@iluvmysix]

I'm one of your newer subscribers. I am definitely enjoying your content. I know it's cliche but I promise you will miss the sound of those legos someday!

[@karendavis7278]

Congratulations on 5000! Your set up in the basement is just fine. Noises were not bothersome at all. My sweet spot for WIPS is 4-6. More than that stresses me out and I end up going into finishing mode so that I can whittle them down. You are drawn to those blues and greens because they look great on you. I am more drawn to warm colors because they look better on me. It’s so fun to explore color theory.

[@erinbritain]

Always so happy to see one of your videos pop up in my feed! I can totally relate to your comment about knitting things in colors that you wouldn't pick in a store bought sweater. It's always surprising to me when I knit something like that. I guess somehow me making it transforms it. I hope you're able to finish up a few of your WIPs so you can cast on the new ones you're excited about. I'm doing the same. Here's to finishing up those WIPs! 😊

[@yarn_oops]

Another wonderful episode, thank you for sharing your time and yarn joys with us and beautiful bedroom * saw the extras on IG. Love your aesthetic regardless of hand mades or with in the home you've acquired and/or made your own Have a blessed week ahead

[@lizlaurichesse9056]

That’s a great milestone, I’m sure it will continue to grow. You are very pleasant and have calming energy. I am very glad I found you. 🥳💐

[@brendameyers8440]

Freckled Whimsy is one of my favorite self striping yarn dyers. I have been enjoying her advent skein the past few years. I enjoy the beautiful soft and romantic knits you create. Keep it up!

[@marybode8042]

Yellow is my favorite color, too. I don't look good in it, though. So glad that you do! I also make things just because I love how they look... and then I wonder why when I realize I don't really want to wear it. haha But I still love the knitting.🥰

[@KKnits]

Ranunculus- yes you can do rounds before the raglan increases. I added a few to mine before doing the raglan shaping. Alternatively you can lengthen the raglan increase section by: doing the raglan increase round, then 2 plain rounds instead of just one and it’s keeps the same shaping and not add extra stitches. Enjoyed your video!

[@denisewells6856]

I liked your 'basement' place for filming, but I like your kitchen and front porch locations too. You do you!

[@silvamint]

I'm excited to see your Alpine Bloom: I have a skein of the exact same colorway of Zauberball that I'm planning to use in that pattern! But I also need to finish one or two WIPs before I cast it on.

[@saramae8746]

Congratulations on reaching 5 thousand ❤️ I usually watch you on my tv so the lego noises don’t bother me ❤ I have been watching you from the beginning and enjoy every episode ❤ and look forward to more ❤

[@lisamccartney955]

Congratulations on 5k!! I loved the new space you filmed in!!

[@theknottyoaktree1017]

If I needed the yoke to be deeper I would increase to follow the pattern but then k2tog to keep the count the same. That way you have the same raglan look without actually increasing. Great episode and I thought it was fine recording in your basement. I don't see a problem with wherever it is easier for you :) See you next week. -Jenn

[@maryjuntunen6425]

Downstairs, upstairs - anywhere is good! I love your podcast and especially love it when we get to see your children . My favorite thing about myself is my freckles so I would love to win that yarn!

[@MadameBarbknits]

Loved seeing all your beautiful knitting projects ❣️

[@kaybrown-ue1wr]

Thank you so much fore your creative content I love the cottage core vibe and always love when I see your podcasts pop up on my screen I live in the uk in a cottage in the countryside of Northumberland and knitting is my creative outlet. Which is so helpful with our mental health and happiness. Keep going with your posts I and many people are enjoying them so thank you again.

[@marjoriebahm9239]

Everything is beautiful! Thanks for a lovely podcast.

[@susanbossung9098]

I looked up the MyTime Sweater and you are right. The sleeves are what are the real drama of the garment. I can hardly wait for you to finish it. It so beautiful! Love watching you weekly. I love your podcast and always wished I could see you more often.

[@cheryljackson5093]

Love your podcasts and your lovely projects! For the ranunculus - if you need to add more raglan increases you can always cast on that number less for the underarm stitches to get a smaller sleeve/body circumference. I usually need more room in my sleeves so I sometimes move stitches from the body to the arm. Hope that helps some! I think I have knit 6 ranunculus so far in all different weights of yarn.

[@adelewatters4078]

Another great podcast ❤ I'm always inspired by your projects.

[@idarajkovic9956]

I'm s new subscriber. Love your podcast. Congrsts on 5000 substibers!

[@DoreenHolderbaum]

Love your cute🌼 t-sweater you are wearing over dress. Plus lovely bed circular bed throw🥰 appreciate your podcast 🎉

[@theoldfashionedhomemaker6236]

Your bedroom is so cute! Love how you displayed your anthology throw on your bed, so pretty❤ Thank you so much for the time you dedicate to making these videos, they are so fun and inspiring to watch.

[@barbsullivan4201]

I am so glad that our came back because I watch a video of your quite sometime ago and I thought I subscribed but I did see anything for so long. So I’m really glad you are back with us!

[@mariesm3876]

Congratulations ! Another lovely podcast. Your knits suit you

[@moi3chats]

No need to apologize, i can hear you perfectly. You have so many cute wips, i can't wait to see them as FO's😊

[@dobleman2370]

I love all of your knits. I would like to knit the ranunculus. I'm currently knitting the Ilha sweater, and I love it. It has a lot of lacework in the yoke similar to the ranunculus. I think that is so pretty. Have a wonderful week. Diane

[@debbievoshell4028]

You are so sweet! I love your enthusiasm and passion for creativity and knitting - thank you for sharing it!

[@catherinemortimer7956]

LOVE the vlog with you in that room. Great soft lighting and peaceful

[@robinporter8025]

I had to pipe in on the Legos! I'm laughing as that sound takes me back to when my son, who is now 28, was a kid and Legos were all he played with until he was a teenager. Hours and hours of that sound and I miss it.😊

[@heatheranderson5668]

Lovely to visit with you, as always! Looking forward to seeing more of your summer knits! :)

[@josiejocreates]

Your advent wrap is absolutely adorably colorful!! I'm glad you decided to keep knitting on it 😍 I love your thoughts on knitting colorfully instead of all practical - I feel like I'm starting to come out of the "always knitting practical basics" and embracing the color of the art :)

[@anneallen9947]

I have only just found your channel and really enjoyed my time listening whilst knitting 😊

[@auroraevermore562]

Hello, I absolutely love your podcast and love how you decorate you beautiful home.

[@terryanderson2685]

All your makes are beautiful! I enjoy your channel. I like the items you pick to make.

[@24567423ify]

You always have such beautiful projects and aesthetic.

[@heatherevertsen9991]

Thank you for sharing your knits and life with us. congrats on reaching such a huge milestone. 🎉❤

[@Maria-mg1yv]

I love your videos !!! Your house looks so cottage-core it's adorable 🥰🥰🥰

[@jutta4286]

Please keep this location. It's cozy and if it's easier for you, that's perfekt ❤

[@tabithasparks5739]

Love watching your videos! Congrats on 5k!

[@blindrootinhogs]

Your "My Time" is such a BEAUTIFUL color !!

[@carolynkautz8707]

Enjoyed your show. First time viewer, loved your good choises

[@ritamay7526]

Congratulations on 5000, love all of your projects.

[@IntuitiveKnits]

Congrats on 5K! I loved this video with all its real world background noise and knitting excitement ✨🧶 Can’t wait to see how the sleeves turn out, but I agree that it would look so cute as a vest!