Knitting vlog: a handmade wardrobe // fall jumpers & socks

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Let's spend a day knitting together!
Today I'm trying to finish one jumper and cast on a second one!
↟For more behind the scenes videos & patterns, check out↟
※ / melodyh
※ instagram· / bmandarines
↟Things I wear // knits I've finished↟
※ Tulip jumper www.ravelry.co...
※ The Forager sweater www.ravelry.co...
※ My favourite sock recipe socks • How to knit top down s...
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※ Into the woods socks www.ravelry.co...
※ Tulip socks www.ravelry.co...
↟Things shown in this video ↟
※ Nutiden yarn honer-och-eir....
※ De Rerum Natura Gilliatt dererumnatura....
※ Bulky Lopi alafoss.is/col...
※ BC garn www.bcgarn.dk
※ Annabel Williams sock yarn annabelwilliam...
※ Matchless spinning wheel www.schachtspi...
※ Dusana knits stitch markers www.etsy.com/s...
※ Woolly mammoth fibres yarn www.woollymamm...
↟My favourite knitting needles ↟
※ Chiaogoo needles amzn.to/2BBWu8c
※ Chiaogoo mini set amzn.to/2B9WYFL
↟Amazon Favourites↟
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↟ Music ↟
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[@KimmieHD]

I enjoy this vlog very much. It’s different from other craft vlog where they only sit and talk about things. She talk about things AND show you what she’s doing. Very informative and enjoyable to watch.

[@gracechapman2605]

So I have pretty bad anxiety sometimes, and when it’s late at night it gets a lot worse, but your videos are so calming and they put my mind at ease. Thank you for the incredible content! 💕

[@cavelleardiel]

You may want to take some magnesium in pill form or have a bath in ancient minerals bath crystals which has magnesium. Also, some yoga will help you to relax your muscles which can be a part of your anxiety.

[@gracechapman2605]

@@cavelleardiel thank you for the advice!

[@Fiona-cg7jj]

Hello! It might not work for you but when I feel stressed I find doing something with my hands helps me because it distracts me with all the counting of stitches and stuff. Hope you're doing ok 🤗

[@rosemarieherman7790]

So peaceful. Just what we need in these stressful times. You’re a beautiful soul. From New Jersey, USA💕

[@katyanacook2324]

G'day from California (I'm originally from Australia). I think your films are really unique. Your cinematography is inspiring and you communicate a relaxed vibe. My new KZbin favorite. I was also quite pleased to see you juggling knitting/creative life and family life - so real! Keep the content coming please!

[@amypapenhausen8970]

I cannot knit a stitch but I have really enjoyed watching your videos. You amaze me.

[@hippimummy]

Very new knitter here, been crocheting for some time but have seen so many beautiful rustic wool knitted sweaters that I'm taking azleap of faith - and hope- and starting on my knitting journey. I'm watching in the hope that one day I'll be good enough to be able to create something half as beautiful as your wonderful creations. Here's hoping, wish me luck xXx

[@Mandarines]

Yes!!!! You won't regret it! Oh and everything takes practice! I've been knitting for years but there's SO many things that I don't know yet. That's one aspect of the craft that I love so much! Happy knitting! 😊

[@user-iy6ql6ll2e]

У Вас замечательное видео получилось! Смотрю первый раз и восхищаюсь! Вы для меня пример, спасибо!!! 🌷💐🌷💐🌷💐🌷💐🌷💐🌷😃🌷💐🌷

[@l.c.8475]

Another one caught in the spinners net, it's really the natural next step from knitting I prefer the spindle over the spinning wheel, since it's more portable and I can move around while spinning

Love the beauty of your vlogs, love the nature, love the colours and the textures. I'm so happy you had opportunity to keep your family traditions, despite the current situation. Here in Slovenia we are in lockdown since middle of October... Watching your videos helps to keep some sense of comfort in these uncertaint times. Thank you for your work. ❤️

[@Mandarines]

Thank you so much ♥️ sending you much love and strength in these difficult times.

[@bettyallam1548]

So nice to see you, it has been awhile. When we are ready to block a shawl, sweater we wrap it in a towel but we stand on it so our full weight and take small steps back and forth over the towel to push the excess water away. It dries much quicker too. This was a great vlog. Thank you.

[@Mandarines]

YEs! That's what I usually do, but that day I was wearing tights! haha

[@judylee3589]

I love your peaceful interaction with us. Your videos lower my blood pressure and help me to enjoy the simpler yet more productive times. Thank you for sharing!

[@wildewoodfarm9121]

I'm so happy to have found your vlog, I'm also in France so feel very intune with your words and wool

[@lisaporch8922]

Just discovered your channel it’s phenomenal! I was so relaxed and it makes me so happy to see other people relaxing while knitting and spinning. You have gift of a soothing voice and make the experience so mesmerizing . I will be binge watching your videos 😍😍

[@Mandarines]

🙈🙈🙈

[@suegodfrey4794]

My first time spending time with you. I loved it, so peaceful. Such beautiful makes .thank you x

[@Mandarines]

Thank you so much ♥️

[@ofirshorshy8281]

i love your designs. so cossy and warm

[@carolwilkins7286]

Your videos are so calming and a joy to watch, thankyou

[@cruxfibres]

You are a beautiful soul and you have really warmed my heart with your stunning vlogs. My soul feels full and my heart feelings are light. In a wonderful way.

[@user-rf5sq4tm8j]

Я тоже так же сижу, когда вяжу!!!!!! 👏👍👍👍😍😊🥰🎄☃️❄️☃️🎄🎇🎆 Удачи, радости, счастья в наступающем году!!!

[@user-iy6ql6ll2e]

Привет!👋 Значит я на одна смотрю видео этой замечательной рукодельницы!!!😉

[@violachavez9280]

Really enjoy watching your vlog. I find it so relaxing. Thank you for sharing your knitting with us. Keep safe.

[@TabbyS80]

This is like knitting asmr! ❤️

[@Mandarines]

That’s gonna be coming soon! 😊✨♥️

[@susanjanemay5713]

Beautiful, calm and creative video - thank you for sharing 🙏🏻😊

[@circulodehadas]

Que videos tan bonitos haces, me inspiran mucha paz.

[@celinegrueetchemise]

Hi Melody thanks a lot for this lovely moment with you. I hope to see you in another video sool. Have a lovely Sunday. Céline

[@mlduong6739]

Joyeux Noel!🌺. I just discovered your Vlog and am totally in bliss watching your work with lovely yarn 😊

[@wineko8760]

Thank you for such a heart warming podcast

[@lissablue176]

Where are your patterns, located? I live in the USA west coast. TIA 🍒🍒💥

[@ssolnok]

Hello Melody...what a beautiful time I've had sitting & knitting and watching you do the same. I'm a spinner of 33 years and so I wanted to help you a bit in that area. I didn't check to see if other spinners had commented also, so excuse my comment if that's the case, but I do believe you are spinning in the wrong direction. At least in America we spin the wheel clockwise when spinning, and then counterclockwise when plying. "Yarn is traditionally spun Z and plied S. I've read that nobody knows why, but if you spin with a spindle, are right handed, and spin the spindle with a motion like snapping your fingers with your right hand, you'll get Z spun yarn. So, it's easier for a right handed person to spin Z on a spindle, and I think that's where this tradition all came from." (taken from: www.jam2day.blogspot.com/2013/11/spinning-basics-twist-direction.html). Also, if you hold your fiber either to the left or right of your wheel (instead of holding your hands right in front of the wheel), you will have a bit more room to be able to draft your fibers out...as well as giving yourself room to start to pull back with your arm & begin to naturally go into what they call a "long draw". Another trick, spend just a few minutes before you begin to spin to do what they call, pre-drafting your fiber. It's simply a snapping of the fiber between your two hands, letting the fibers thin out a bit and making it easier to draft from. So we spin to the right, and then we ply to the left. Oh...you have a Shacht spinning wheel and so do I. They are an incredible wheel, but they have a very aggressive take up. So, you have to really slow down your peddling therefore, or I'm constantly having to stop & untangle my spinning fiber in my hand. In other words your hands aren't keeping up with the feet, try to slow your feet down and you won't feel quite as rushed. Hope this helps a bit...you can contact me at Facebook.com/History-With-a-Spin-195616660513169 (Sue)

[@isarose3136]

What a beautiful podcast. You definitely inspire me with your colors and natural fibers esthetic. I am so in love with the "as yet unnamed" bulky jumper. My Enlightenment should be here by the end of the week and I'm going to try to catch whenever/wherever you announce the test knit. So in love!

[@Mandarines]

Eeeeeeek! I wish I could see your face when your parcel will arrive! 😊

[@OMGrannySquare]

This is really a very calm and relaxing video. Thank you so much. I'm doing some knitting on the side after 10 years of no knitting. xo

[@Mandarines]

Yeah!!!!!! 😊

[@AKnittersHomestead]

Thank you for sharing this beautiful vlog with us, Melody! You're so talented and all of your patterns are just lovely.

[@Mandarines]

That's so sweet! Thank you so much!😊

[@licisam1973]

muy precioso todo lo que hace, el ambiente, la edicion, las prendas que teje... el hilo... todo lindo, precioso, me ha dado envidia debo admitirlo(envidia de la buena). jajaj pero la felicito y le deseo mil bendiciones.

[@cathyinmt]

Such a soothing podcast! I just love to see you in my feed! Its been way to long...thank you for sharing!

[@Mandarines]

Thank you so much for sharing such sweet words!

[@ericallerton809]

That was so Lovely! Very relaxing,,, Such gorgeous socks and sweater,,,, Beautiful yarn from Emma! Elaine in Canada! 🏡🏡🏡

[@sanane9011]

Goodmorning from Scotland. Your vlog has encouraged me to begin with knitting, I am really excited 😁. Before starting I have some questions: 1) do you think your sockpattern is suitable for beginners? 2) any book recommendations for me? 3) what kind of route does a beginner need to follow to reach your level? I hope to hear from you. Thank you!

[@Mandarines]

I would invite you to check a video that I made where I walk you though all the steps to make a sock! That could be a very good starting point for your sock knitting journey!

[@maitealbarracincruz8272]

Me ha gustado mucho . Gracias

[@louiseg2591]

As always ...love everything 😍😍👌🏼 looking foreward to se the new jumper with 4 strands 🤗🤗

[@abigailfolkes1830]

A big hello from Wales, I'm new to your channel and I love the ambiance in your video and I really like your jumper and might have to pull out my knitting needles as I've got quite into crochet lately.

[@user-nd1yi6wv1x]

와인딩? 너무 신기해서 들어왔는데 한국인 댓 하나도 없고만 어떻게 들어온건지 모르겠다 알고리즘 이해를 못하겠네; 뜨개질 브이로그 하나도 못알아 듣는데 그냥 좋네

[@ruthhevia9217]

WOWWWWW BEATIFUL AND SUPER COOL THANKS FOR EXCELENTE IDEA

[@xusblasco5563]

Thanks!! The sweetest thing 🧸🍁🧶🧡

[@dorisbeers2577]

Hello from Canada 🇨🇦. Absolutely love your podcasts!

[@pamroberts4209]

Loved your podcasts from the beginning! Enjoy all that you do and share. ❤️ from Canada

[@Mandarines]

Awww! thank you so much Pam! 😊

[@TantCillaStickar]

Thank you Melody for another lovely vlog!

[@lynnekennedy2337]

What is the wonderful music you have playing...begins at the 15 minute point of your video?

[@Mandarines]

All the music in this video is from Epidemic Sound 😊

[@andreahoke9740]

So glad I discovered your channel, it's perfect, just what I was looking for.

[@Mandarines]

Thank you so much! And a warm welcome to you Andrea ♥️

[@user-hl1ci2ct3n]

Love it.

[@mrsg1827]

Question what do you do with the rosemary you brought in? Btw your new knit on 11:23 is so so gorgeous

[@bookscrochet8613]

I loved this vlog! I can do only crochet but I'll love to learn also to knit :) And now a BIG question, how can you read while knitting?? :D

[@Mandarines]

Only if it's something really simple like stockinette stitch, purl or garter stitch for example. Hands have muscle memory so the eyes are the required for mouvements that they've been trained to repeat over and over.

[@schachtspindle]

Audiobooks. They're perfect for knitting.

[@salttothesea]

Woah. Do you knit and read at the same time??

[@Mandarines]

I do! But only when the knitting is simple!

[@victoleeyj]

Ah~~~!!!!! glad to again see you❤️❤️ Thank you!!!

[@thelittlehomeaustralia]

Hello sweet friend

[@Mandarines]

Hello my dearest!

[@Mandarines]

Gahhh my answer didn't go through. What I was saying dearest Bex, is that I cannot wait to see what you've been making. But please do take it easy, and rest. I hope that you are all cosy right now with a lovely cup of herbal tea. Love, Melody

[@rebecca-72]

Hello from Berlin, looking forward to seeing your latest!!

[@ThePattiw]

I really love this new collection Melanie! Especially the Forest sweater, I will look for the pattern release.

[@entranha]

I love your knitting and fell in love with the patterns, but I can't take my eyes out of your white shirt (minute 11:35) is it hand sewing and can you link the pattern shop to me? Would be much appreciated.

[@CloTricots]

Thank you so much for this relaxing time. I will be obsessively stalking your IG for your bulky sweater testknit!

[@Mandarines]

I'm sending it to the tech editor TODAY! 😊

[@CloTricots]

@@Mandarines exciting!!!!

[@raffaelapetranca3454]

Bellissimo sei bravissima

[@MaddyBolsius]

Loved your vlog Melody, so calming and inspirational. Would you mind sharing which ball winder you use? Have a great december!

[@Mandarines]

That's linked in my studio tour video :)

[@BigCrafterTX]

Thank you for sharing!

[@risurisu7152]

Hello from Japan🇯🇵

[@lorengaffin4469]

Just discovered your vlog through Nutiden yarns. Love how everything is put together! Interested in knitting your shawl. Looking for a kit with the original yarns in the States. Hopefully, the Woolly Thistle can get a kit for me. Also interested in knitting the Tulip jumper soon! Thanks for your enjoyable hard work!👏🏼👏🏼

[@JcUDE]

The music is just wonderful and makes you happy. Do you know what band it was or what category?

[@Mandarines]

I'm not really sure which genre it is! When people ask me the kind of music that I listen to I never know what to answer! :D

[@tatianasarasa993]

Love to see you spinning. I am addicted to spinning too:) I can highly recommend you the book: yarnitecture by Jillian Moreno. It is great to learn and understand how different spinning techniques can help you to create one yarn or another. Enjoy treadling and spinning. It is so relaxing.

[@Mandarines]

Yay!! Thank you so much Tatiana for the recommendation! 😊

[@blessthishomewithlove3805]

Sweater is beautiful

[@erinc8824]

For a beginner, your spinning looks great! I noticed that you were spinning in the counter clockwise direction. Do you plan to use it as a single? Usually commercial yarn is spun in clockwise and plied counter. Less twist will come out while knitting with it's plied in that manner. This was a very soothing episode. Thank you

[@Mandarines]

Oh my goodness! I have no idea what I'm doing! Haha! I'm gonna try to do it clockwise then! Thank you so much!

[@erinc8824]

@@Mandarines It's ok. We were all beginners at some point in our hobbies. Keep up the great work! I really enjoyed your post.

[@slavalazic6626]

Hy, it's beautiful! where do you bay spinning mashine?

[@Mandarines]

It’s listed in the description box ♥️

[@luoliveira57]

Hello from Brasil 🥰

[@amandarenshaw2940]

A beautiful calming vlog. But very difficult to see some of it because of the blurry out of focus footage , if your vision is impaired. So not totally accessible to everyone 🙁

[@Mandarines]

I'm so sorry that you found the video uncomfortable to watch. I'm gonna try to be more mindful about that next time. Thank you so much for your feedback. 😊

[@sophiecote7138]

What kind is your yarn spinning ? Thx

[@Mandarines]

That was merino wool!

[@user-ic8ns1jq1i]

Hello from Ukraine.

[@gemineyyy]

Amazing video youre so inspiring!! How easy would you say are your patterns to do? I would classify myself as an advanced beginner as I've never knitted socks but am eager to do so. Do you think your patterns are for intermediates or are different patterns suited for different levels? Sorry for so many questions I just want to up my skill and your patterns are so beautiful ✨✨

[@Mandarines]

That really depends on the pattern! If you are looking for a simple sock pattern, I have uploaded a video which guides you through the process of making a pair! That could be a good starting point :) 😊

[@gemineyyy]

@@Mandarines oh perfect! Ill definitely start there thanks for the reply 🥰

[@ellenbeissner6233]

Hallo aus Braunschweig, Niedersachen.

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КЛАСС !!!!!СПАСИБО !

[@mariapaduraru1600]

Te. Urmăresc din Rominia în ce oraș ești tu

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Cit costa un cardigan la voi

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❤️🧦🎄🏠☕👋☕

[@crystalwood-rich2152]

To much music

[@user-sq7nf8jg9p]

Не продуктивный способ вязания петель.накидывать нитку на иглу.