Midsummer sewing, knitting and dye plant update | making my own clothes and growing my food

Hi everyone!
This is another update video covering things I've sewn, knitting and dyes, and a little about how my allotment is going.
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The jumper I mention is the Polina pullover by Teti's Knit Garden.
Lorna x

[@nikitinaknits]

Beautiful podcast, I love your calm energy. Looking forward to a new episode 🥰

[@threadandyarn]

Thank you so much! Glad you enjoyed it ☺️

[@inherskein]

I’m so happy to have discovered your channel ☺️ I loved hearing about your thoughts on making clothes that work for you and your lifestyle! And your yarn is absolutely gorgeous in all those naturally dyed shades 💕

[@threadandyarn]

Ah lovely, thanks so much ☺️ I've just been looking at your patterns on Instagram - they're so beautiful!

[@inherskein]

@@threadandyarn thank you 🥰

[@TRaceTK]

I so enjoy watching your podcast😊 Such beautiful sewing and knitting inspiration. Your green cardigan, orange Hinterland top, and teal fabric are all AMAZING colours on you! The added bit of their vibrancy is really making you “sparkle”. I am a Warm Spring seasonal colour palette and these are my colours too 😊 Just trying to slowly add these colours to my wardrobe by not over consuming like you mentioned. I have actually over dyed a few knitted items and they worked 🎉 I agree with your latest viscose dress opinion, I mostly think it is the colour too. The whiteish blue tones seem to harsh on you. One lucky person will get a wonderfully made dress from you! Have a wonderful day 💓

[@threadandyarn]

Thanks for the lovely comment! I love hearing about people's colours, and them learning about a palette that makes them feel comfortable and excited 😊 I think you're right about the colour and the pattern of the blue viscose dress. It's heading off to someone else now, which makes me very happy!

[@haleyphillips220]

I would also highlight that the blue/white dress isn’t in the color palette you seem to prefer! So that may be affecting how you feel that it looks on you. I think it’s adorable!

[@threadandyarn]

Yes, I think you're right!

[@JenniferRoughOut]

Ah Lorna! I’m also working on the Bifurca vest- isn’t it lovely? Such an interesting garment 💜 I really like your color choices! For me I went for a light grey and some left-over blue green for the colorwork. Congratulations on the success of your sock pattern- I really enjoyed knitting it. Your variegated version really inspires me… and your yarns! I’m excited to see what you come up with for Autumn 🍂 But for now, enjoy your summer!

[@threadandyarn]

Ah I love hearing about colour choices other people make, that sounds beautiful. I've been fancying making another after, perhaps in a deep indigo and dusky lilac 😊 I'm so glad you enjoyed knitting the sock!!

[@inMuro]

beautiful fallow sock yarns omg i wish i was better at knitting

[@threadandyarn]

Thank you! I had fun creating them ☺️ I saw another comment from you, but can't find it now - thanks for watching 🥰

[@camnels]

What another delightful update, Lorna! I love to see your Rota cardigan out and about, I am finally in the last stages of knitting mine, yay! The Bob pants look great on you btw, and I'm impressed by how versatile that pattern is (I have a very short torso, but the high waist also works for me fabulously hehe). Finally managed to snag some of your beautiful yarn, in preparation for knitting some Fallow socks! Have a lovely weekend ❤

[@threadandyarn]

Oh interesting! I'm very impressed by the Bobs 😊 I'm sure I'll make some more, I've worn them loads already. Thanks so much for trying out the yarn! I'm posting it out for you today 🥰

[@Serenity-fu8xz]

I would adore the blue and white dress. I just am getting into sewing and my skills are not quite up to that yet so I would feel very grateful to have that beautiful dress.❤

[@katieb8806]

Your podcasts are really inspiring me Lorna.... with knitting, maybe a bit of sewing when I get my sewing mojo back, gardening (I'll have to get one first!) and hopefully in the future my own dye garden. All nice things to plan for one day.🙂

[@threadandyarn]

That's lovely, Katie 😊 all lovely things to plan. I find my knitting and sewing mojo comes back in the autumn - there's always a lot going on in summer!

[@nadinedetain6765]

Hello, I am so pleased to finally sée a successful version of the bifurca pull-over. Those I Saw on podcasts were all much too Big. I therefore am encouraged to knit it. Thank you for sharing.

[@threadandyarn]

Yes I noticed that on Ravelry, perhaps because some of the sizes have a bit of a gap. I think it worked well going for the lower of the two

[@lisag.6599]

The viscose dress might have suited you better if it had a longer bodice and skirt with less fullness. And I would never wear that in summer, either - just linen and cotton for me in hot weather! Your videos are so peaceful and such an inspiration. The checked dress with the tie waist is great! (forgot the name already) I want to make it!

[@threadandyarn]

So glad you enjoyed it! The dress with the waist tie is the Wyn Dress - I definitely recommend it 😊

[@earthfairyedith]

i absolutely loved this whole vlog!

[@threadandyarn]

I'm so pleased you loved it 🥰 the sewing retreat was a wonderful experience, I can't wait until the next one!

[@erinbritain]

Your bifurca vest is so beautiful! That pattern is on my to knit list and you’ve inspired me to cast it on asap 😊

[@threadandyarn]

Thank you! It's a lovely pattern 😊

[@sylviafikiert4825]

I came across your podcast for the first time today and I enjoyed it very much 😊 I have not sewn any wearables yet but I am definitely looking forward to the skirt tutorial. Love all your projects you have shown now time to watch some past episodes!

[@threadandyarn]

Ah lovely, I'm so glad you enjoyed it! I'm looking forward to working on the skirt tutorial 😊

[@thespindlygiraffe8897]

I added front darts to my latest hinterland and I love the result. Can’t wait to see how yours turns out!

[@threadandyarn]

Oh interesting! I will definitely give it a go 😊

[@veejo9535]

A lovely cosy video,Lorna, full of interesting things. I’m excited to hear about your plans for a knitting retreat in February and will look forward to that. But, still plenty of summer to come yet, I hope, so I’m trying to crack on with my knitting projects in time to wear in the autumn.

[@threadandyarn]

Glad you enjoyed it, Vivien 😊 I hope your humlebi jumper is going well, it looked so beautiful.

[@pringledingle3180]

What a happy coincidence that your video came up in my feed today - I bought the Hinterland pattern just last week. I love your fabric choices - and the blue fabric is perfect New subscriber for sure! 😊

[@threadandyarn]

Ah thank you! Good luck with your hinterland too 🥰

[@jenniferbarrett4914]

Thank you for such a calming, inspiring episode, I’m so happy to have found your channel. I have a sewing machine but haven’t had the confidence to try anything more complex than a very simple skirt but inspired me to have another go! I have a half cut out Hattie dress from Merchant & Mills so I might dig that out again. I look forward to your next episode, happy making 😊

[@threadandyarn]

Ah lovely, I'm so glad you enjoyed it! I do love the Hattie, I hope that goes well for you if you decide to give it a go. I'm hoping to do some beginner sewing videos soon too 😊

[@nikkiwatkins4143]

I've also made the Hinterland in linen. Mine is long sleeved without the button placket and I wear it with the ties at the front. It seems to drape in a more flattering way.

[@threadandyarn]

Oh interesting, I'll experiment with the ties :)

[@Kristy-c1c]

Lovely video, very relaxing to watch. I too love crochet and sewing but am not a very good knitter! Completely off topic but love your glasses and was wondering where the frames were from ?

[@mossy.andthemoon]

So happy I found your podcast! Wonderful energy and wow... Such cute and cool pieces!! Can I ask what the yarn color/number is for the rota cardigan? Is it the Light moss? So beautiful 😊

[@cathylampshire1140]

So happy to have discovered your vlog. May I suggest the next time you show us two versions of the same dress (one you like and one you do not) that you model both of them instead of only one? I think that would help us to see the difference much better. I agree with the comment below that the color of the viscose dress brought out your loveliness.

[@threadandyarn]

Thank you! Yes, I should have done - I wear it in my videos often but forgot to show it this time. Glad you enjoyed the vlog 😊

[@heathers8826]

You mentioned Outlander and Lord of the Rings so I think I shall be sticking around for a while. I learned how to knit because of Outlander.

[@threadandyarn]

Glad to have a kindred spirit around! I definitely credit Outlander with getting me into shawls.

[@judithhamid5435]

Hi Lorna - the tank top you are making looks lovely - a really interesting construction. I've never made a tank-top before as I'm not sure if they would suit a podgier person but maybe there's a pattern out there that would be suitable for me - will have to do a Ravelry hunt. As you say, it's a great way to see how patterns look on different body shapes. Very excited to hear about a winter knitting retreat (if past offenders are allowed?!!). Maybe you could include a walk to one of the Stroud commons - weather permitting. Thanks again for a lovely, relaxing and inspiring video. Take care X

[@threadandyarn]

Repeat offenders are encouraged! That would be lovely. We are indeed planning a walk on one of the days 😊 I'll share more about it soon, but Lucia and I are very excited! Xx

[@chesun4579]

you have a type. the olive dress looks similar to the beige dress which is hang up directly behind. The blue viscose dress brings out your coloring and makes you look brighter.

[@threadandyarn]

Thank you, I definitely have a colour palette that I usually stick to :)

[@chesun4579]

@@threadandyarn You remake the bottom of the blue dress into a skirt.

[@derynporter5287]

I think you will enjoy the Hinterland it’s such a versatile pattern and great for layering. Why not try the Sew Liberated Metamorphic dress to layer on top? It’s an interesting make although I’m not convinced that it really works as a reversible garment. Maybe my choice of fabric was at fault - I used a viscose crepe with a light Tencel. I think using the same fabric for each layer would work better. I think the issue with your Viscose zero waste dress is the colour and pattern. It really stands out from your usual colour and pattern choices which all look as if they could mix and match quite happily. The cost of good linen is a big barrier to get over but I am coming round to it now I’ve got a good collection of tried and true patterns.

[@threadandyarn]

Thanks for the ideas - they do look like they would layer well together, and I agree with you about using the same fabric for each layer. I also think you're right about my viscose dress - I think it will be lovely for someone else, but it didn't feel like me!

[@user-pl9lg2nd1x]

😊😊😊😊

[@margaretleake9361]

Hi Lorna, have just ordered some sock yarn and pattern, lm new to sock knitting so I’m not sure if I ordered the right mini skein for the cuff and heels?

[@threadandyarn]

Hello ☺️ I saw your order and it should work well for a pair. You can also weigh the little skein so you know when you've used half of it. Thanks so much!

[@JudeTeague]

Have you tried hibiscus as a dye… I spent a while experimenting a few years back and loved it…. Also walnut is gorgeous. Well done. Just found you on KZbin and Insta and love it. I’m just about to cut out my Etta dress 😳

[@threadandyarn]

Ooh, no I haven't! I do have a little plant at my allotment though, so maybe I should give it a go. Glad you're enjoying the podcast 😀

[@threadandyarn]

And good luck with your Etta! Hope it's going well 😊

[@bernardpierron2053]

bonjour, où puis trouver le patron de la robe couleurs mandarine de soft studio svp elle est trop jolie merci bonne journée

[@michelduvalais3035]

I would like to buy your beautifull blue dress. Do you ship to Switzerland, I would pay shipping costs. I don't use Instagram. I'll try to email you. Greetings, momy of 2 from South of Switzerland.

[@threadandyarn]

It's on its way to you tomorrow 🥰

[@sannevanbeers]

Midsummer? Summer has been going for two weeks 😅

[@theresashingler4345]

It's another name for the Summer Solstice, I've always wondered why but it has deep historical roots.

[@threadandyarn]

Yes, it seems funny to call it that! As the other commenter said, it refers to the longest day, or the solstice :)

[@threadandyarn]

Yes, exactly, the longest day 😊