Knitty McPurly Podcast Episode 201: Lace Shawls and Counting Stitches

[@adelahorakova5341]

Loved this episode, the story, oh, so moving, and the shawl - a perfection! Devin, you are a paragon of a knitted gift recipient. You should make this video a separate tutorial on how to become a totally knitworthy person. I think that every knitter who knits for others deserves to have someone in their life who appreciates knitted gifts equally well as you. And if they do not, they should all just send handmade gifts your way.

[@KatyB-GryffindorChaser]

That shawl is a stunning work of art. Absolutely stunning. So gorgeous .

[@jeanburby6492]

Beautiful episode! The shawl is amazing! I can't imagine making one! That is so awesome she sent it to you! Congratulations on your 200th episode and beyond! God Bless your week!

[@heatherholmes8903]

I’m not crying your crying!!!😊 Shelly, you’re amazing! I hope you and your daughter are well and you don’t give that job a second thought!

[@sqrlgirl322]

Thank you so much! Started a new job last Thursday and movin’ on!

[@elaineenstone6834]

The shawl is beautiful. What an amazing gift created whilst in a state of turmoil. My love to your story teller/shawl knitter and her daughter. Thank you for your happy video today. 🇬🇧

[@ruthannbull6515]

What a wonderful podcast! That shawl! So beautiful and that story! I still have tears. I also love knitting for others. Gives me so much joy. It's been a great week and am looking forward to next week. Blessings, my friend.

[@8Gammie]

that is a really beautiful shawl, what a lovely gift!!! Great video... always so informative and fun. Hugs!!!

[@Oldorcuttyarnery]

Yes Devin that was me! So happy it’s helping lots of people. I developed it for a sweater class and now use it all the time in my shop!

[@selfishknitter]

Devin, your balm saved my feet this week while I was traveling for work. I had to wear dress shoes, and my feet just aren’t used to that anymore. I put a little on my ankles and toes where my shoes were rubbing and it prevented me from getting blisters. Before bed, I applied the balm more generously to my red, angry heels. The next day, they were almost back to normal and ready to withstand a little more torture. I’m so glad I had it with me!

[@pams9304]

Your beaded shawl is gorgeous! What a sweet gift! 🎉

[@vickyhinz5097]

Beautiful gorgeous shawl! I always enjoy your podcast every Sunday during lunch. The sock story of 2 heels was funny but we have all done such things.

[@katibere1966]

Wow! Shawl is gorgeous…enjoy!!

[@LadyMistStitches]

I wish I would’ve found your podcast and gotten your advent earlier! It sounds amazing

[@wendyknopp1252]

Such a beautiful and amazing gift. Shelly has a huge heart. I wish her all the best. Thank you for another lovely podcast!

[@melissameade9275]

Always enjoy your podcast! Just ordered the color of the month sock set!! Love the colors!!

[@pinkpineappleknits]

That shawl is gorgeous! I really want to learn to knit with beads. I’m definitely enjoying my Pumpkin Chai balm…but my favorite is last autumn’s scent Red Flannel. I REALLY want a tin or three of it. 😄

[@luciaevangelho4593]

Looking forward to receiving my Advent Calendar!

[@sqrlgirl322]

Thank you for the lovely words, Devin. The pattern is Wild Swan by Lisa Maigaard & Nim Teasdale. You featured it in a Knitting Fantasies segment sometime last year. The yarn is Yarn Bee Rainbow Wrapsody, and is 60% cotton, 40% acrylic. I love the feel of it too! It is a pleasure to use my time to make things, and a blessing to share them with others who appreciate them. I wanted to attend the retreat this year, but God knows better and had other plans. I just started a new job two days ago, so won’t have vacation time for a few months. Next time, I’m there!! Sending extra hugs for you and your family. ❤❤❤

[@anissam5009]

The shawl is beautiful, Shelly! Awesome job!! So sweet of you to gift it!!

[@michelemarie885]

Stunning!! 💜

[@MsKarenMR]

❤🌻❤🌻❤

[@AnnemarieTome]

I used your Guage switcheroo and it looks like it's working on my Marseille cardigan by Coco Amour Knitwear! I'm using a locally dyed merino that is slightly thinner than the recommended yarn. Thank you. What a gorgeous shawl❤

[@jenv6846]

Am I first? Wow! Hi, knitters! 🫶🏻💛💛💛

[@janetjroberson2581]

Hello from Swansea, Illinois. ❤❤❤❤😊 The shawl is so beautiful, I would love to know what pattern was used and the yarn. I would love to knit it.

[@kathryndenne1717]

Here in NZ (and Australia) 8ply means Double Knitting (DK) so I would assume the same for the yarn used in the christmas trees.

[@thecreativeknitrovert]

great episode! would you consider doing a kit for your benedicta pattern?

[@melissaemery8686]

If anyone needs me I will be camped out by the mailbox waiting for my advent. Then how do I resist the urge to start opening early. 😂