Needles at the Ready: Episode 20

Episode 20 Show Notes
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What we are reading/listening to:
REAL TIME READ: A Discovery of Witches by Deborah Harkness (Follow along on Ravelry)
Ray:
The Mists of Avalon by Marion Zimmer Bradley (narrated by: Davina Porter) Audible
Witches Under Way by Deborah Geary
FINISHED: A Modern Witch by Deborah Geary
Kevin
The Glamorist by Luanne G. Smith
FINISHED: A Modern Witch by Deborah Geary

[@michelewalty7991]

Ray, "you're killing me Smalls!" I love when you whisper "9-inch circular needles" into the microphone. Do you go back and listen to yourself and giggle? I so would!

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Hahaha I just shake my head when I go back and watch...lol. I have no idea how that even started 🤷‍♂️😆

[@marianraecrochetknit1199]

You guys crack me up. Ray is his hysterical with his singing and "Love ya, smooches" good byes. Kevin's side looks and constant laughs are spot on. I am glad to hear the pup is doing better. If I were you, I would keep one of each of the limited edition skeins and not use them. How often do people get a skein name after them or their pup.

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Oh my goodness I know!! It was such an amazing gift! Thank you so much for your kind words and for hanging out with us for a bit 🥰

[@sharonvanpelt6005]

I hope you guys never change or get organized for the podcast. I love how you do it as is.

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Thank you Sharon 😊 Something tells me we’ll never get it together lol 😂

[@Wendybookknits]

I agree totally! They're the guy version of the Grocery Girls😁

[@alisonbainbridge1735]

So glad you have found the joy that is Arne & Carlos. I was going on a knitting cruise with them in March 2020 from Aust to NZ however it was cancelled. So disappointed but when it didn't happen but more concerned with Carlos was dianosed with covid-19. All yarny youtubers have given me such joy over the last few months. Thanks to you all. Keep it up you make me smile... We need more smiles....xxx

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Hi Alison - Hopefully you get to join them on a cruise in the future. Thank you so much for watching. Stay safe and healthy.

[@KittenWAW]

I have to be the first to say this - EVERY podcast is a major score for us!

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Thank you so much Kitten, we really appreciate it.

[@shymoment]

I love it when you whisper "9-inch circular needles" into the microphone. So happy Tarquin is doing better. Love your podcast. Both of you are very funny and entertaining.

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Thanks so much!! We are having so much fun and really look forward to hanging out with you all 😊😊

[@charlottemoeller395]

I loved every moment of the video😊. Both of your shawls are amazing.

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Thank you Charlotte.

[@maemak6182]

Carlos got very very sick from covid and they were gone for several months, but now back with this new version of their podcast. Just love them!

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

They are totally funny and have great tutorials as well. I’m going to steam my sweater according to one of their videos 😊

[@wyomingfibers5463]

My goodness...if you all do a short show I'd be worried that you are sick or that there was a family emergency. Love you guys and all your expressions. Can't wait for your next episode.

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Thank you so much!! I don’t think we could do a short one even if we tried lol 😂

[@deebee2229]

You guys are awesome, because you like each other!! Thanks for keeping me in stitches (pun intended) while I knit on this beautiful Sunday afternoon!

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Lol 😂 I love this...haha.

[@juliemansius9921]

Earwax and Woods would make lovely scrappy socks 😍 Also naming your Christmas tree isn’t weird we name ours 👍🏻

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

You do?? Awesome..lol. Hello fellow tree namer 😊

[@sweetteanoshade903]

So when you spelled “w-a-l-k” for Tarquin it freaked me out because we do that with Harris and then I realized everyone probably does that with their dog 😜

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Or we could just be the same people living in a weird alternate universe? 🤷🏼‍♂️🤔

[@marianraecrochetknit1199]

@@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast I believe that you are and I'm on a deja vu loop. Lol.

[@savyjett]

I have to spell outside or else. 😄

[@savyjett]

I also have to spell out go home if we’re somewhere else. 🙄😄

[@Valentina-km8cg]

We just say "w". Can't disguise the BEEP BEEP of the car doors opening if we just need to be in the car for something. So hard to explain things to the animals!! ;)

[@HappyLittleYarn]

Ray... your Pure Joy... yes! It looks a lot longer than the one I knit. Love it! Perfection. Kevin... the colors you chose and how you paired them are amazing in the Vertices Unite! I want to knit it exactly like that!

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Hi Amie - Rays "blocked" his Pure Joy over the shower rod, we think it stretched his out some. The Vertices Unite is so fun, you should totally knit it.

[@emilyhafer6038]

I love your podcast! Also, I joined Amanda Knits Harry Potter Club because of you guys...and boy am I glad I did. Opening up this month’s yarn bag was like Christmas morning...all the extras in the bag were so great! Can’t wait for my next months mystery yarn. Thanks for encouraging me to try a new dyer!

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Awesome!!! We are so glad you love it as much as we do!! She’s very talented and does some really fun things 😊

[@Kirstyglow]

Happy to have your company while I crochet and watch. Love you guys. Biggest hugsss and love to you both 💙🐱🌸🧶

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Aww thanks so much!! Happy to be your company 😊❤️

[@DrowninginYarn]

The NAtR yarn and stitch markers were amazing!! Had fun watching :-)

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Thanks so much Caleb! It was such an amazing surprise when we got them 😊

[@charifischer4135]

I agree with tanglethread below. the "buttonband" for the slade looks like it will be as wide as or wider than the front pieces you made. It's gorgeous as are all the FOs. The Flax is already awesome...you're nearly there! Love the Pure Joy.

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Thanks so much, Chari! I think with the button band/shawl collar it will be a beautiful fit 😊

[@yraymond6960]

You 2 are awesome. Both shawl s are beautiful. And your owl mail is amazing. I love doing dish cloths.

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Thank you!! We definitely are going to be doing many with all that dishie we just got...haha

[@sunrhyze]

YOU BOUGHT 23 SKEINS OF DISHIE??!!! I'm not sure what to think 🤔 but the word "intervention" comes to mind. 😆

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

LOL making tons of dishcloths :)

[@deborahkocourek5119]

Ravin!so awesome. Still my favorite reason to watch you guys is because you pick great patterns for men. And choose colors that are very practical.

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Aww thanks so much Deborah!! Not sure what we are going to make with the yarn yet, it’s so special 😊

[@claraswearingen8390]

Kevin and Ray, I absolutely love your podcast. Never be prepared PLEASE!! Watching you feels like I’m in the room with you and your talking to me. It’s so refreshing. Also, I just stated listening to Discovery of Witches again. It is one if my favorite series.

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Hahah thanks! I don’t think we’ll ever be prepared so no worries there LOL 😂

[@genemreyes5266]

I love to sit and knit as you guys keep me company and entertained! It's always fun, guys! Thanks for the inspiration and the laughs.

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Thanks Gene! We love chatting with you all 🥰

[@urbanyarn]

Hi Kevin and Ray - great podcast! Love the finished shawls, hats and wash cloths! Always fun to watch the banter and (that’s what she said made me laugh uncontrollably). But that’s not that type of podcast!

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Hi Gary! So glad you enjoyed it :)

[@mistyblue5312]

Love the Ravin & Tarquin yarn. Beauties. Both of you look amazing in those shawls. Ray perhaps you could wear your flax next episode and break out in song. Love that! Kevin u have inspired me to make some dish cloths for Thanksgiving. Simple knitting gives me so much joy! Thanks gentleman! ❤️🧶👌

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

I’m happy to report the flax is done!! Just going to steam it I think...as for the singing...lol you never know 🤔😆

[@mistyblue5312]

Arne & Carlos has a great tutorial on block steaming! I use it 80% of the time! Great results

[@karenmezzacapo8763]

I like the scarf affect. Love that you're encouraging young knitters.

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Thank you Karen!

[@MsSpiffer1]

You two just crack me up! Rays silly voices and Kevins glances..too funny. And every time I see Kevin, I think of Bristish actor Tim Dutton. So glad Tarquin is doing better. Your projects are gorgeous! I finished Discovery of Witches and moved onto "A Treasury of Royal Scandals". Have a wonderful two weeks guys!

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Hiya!! Thank you for coming back and watching more of the crazy.

[@MsSpiffer1]

Needles at the Ready Podcast I haven't missed an episode yet, love the podcast.

[@theokayestknitter9809]

Thank goodness for you two! If I hadn't seen your podcast I wouldn't have found the Amanda Knits harry potter club! Happy 20th episode!

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Yay!! It’s such a great color!! Can’t wait for the next one 😊

[@debbuckingham2313]

I really enjoy watching you two. Thanks for entertaining me while I knit my dishcloth. 🥰

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Our pleasure! Thank you so much for watching.

[@jenngreenman7344]

I have to say that I love your podacast and you guys make me laugh every time😀.

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Aww thanks Jenn! That makes us very happy! So glad we could bring a smile to your face 😊

[@sharonkeane4614]

You guys crack me up! And your shawls are fabulous. I’ve never used or knit a dishcloth but you make me want to give them a try. I felt this same way about handknit socks until I knit a pair and now I’m hooked!

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Us too!! We tried the dishcloth on a whim and now are totally hooked! Haha 😆

[@helentkalcic4417]

Kevin, the way your shawl sits on you is stunning, the colors looks fabulous! I love the color of the middle section.

[@helentkalcic4417]

I have to comment in Arne and Carlos!!! Those 2 crack me up 😂 as well...go check out their recent series on their trip to northern Norway, it starts with Carlos showing you how they pack! In their latest episode they talked about a cruise that was canceled, my friends were supposed to be on that ship with them! I entertained the idea but work got in the way!😆

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Thank you so much!

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

We will totally check it out, thank you.

[@patziegler9533]

😂😂😂maxi-pads. I can’t tell you how much I enjoy y’all podcasting.....laughing out loud throughout. Love you guys💞

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Aww thank you so much!! We really had a lot of fun with this one..hahah 🥰

[@annaduvall4106]

OkKevin, since you felt brave enough to admit to having that sweater in the naughty corner for a year, I feel safe enough to admit that I’ve had a sweater in the naughty corner for 6 years!?! All I have left is half a sleeve and the collar/buttonband

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Hahah they really get away from us sometimes...lol

[@sheilarittman8322]

I absolutely love the color combos of your Vertices-Unite, it is beautiful

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Thank you so much Sheila!

[@karenjordan1822]

I’m still getting through the old ones. Love your podcasts!!! You two rock 😊

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Yay! Thank you Karen!

[@pattigolden1]

So happy to see you guys!!!! I almost stopped what I was already watching for you!!! LOVE the shawls!!! I'm sure everyone would love to come to your renewal. ❤️ I've been converted to german short row, no more wrapping!! Bearded purl is out of bags!! 😭😭 Kevin I found the perfect easy top down robe(ish) cardigan, since you like that type. 😊 And have no idea why it's NOT a unisex!!! Penelope's cardigan...(it's a free universal yarns pattern!!) Length is easily adjustable..... I don't know how you guys have the time to do & watch all you do!! Update on California, for the first week in WEEKS, there was blue sky!!! (& No smokey stench, but the Creek Fire is only 10% contained, it's the little things)

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Hi Patti - Love the cardigan. Glad to hear that you had some blue skies, stay safe.

[@sharonhines9698]

Guys, your shawls are so pretty. You both had me cracking up! Have a great two weeks!

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Thank you so much Sharon!

[@inastt1516]

Hi guys...just before the 3 minutes I had a smile on my face :) You're defenitely one of my most favourite podcast! Every video makes me happy. The special yarns ...Ravin and Tarquin...omg Iove it so much! So very sweet from her to made this for you. I don't think it's selfisch to keep the yarn for yourselfs...especially the Tarquin...keep it! (knit him a sweater of it:) ) It's so special. :) Colorwise I'm in love with he Ravin :)

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Thanks so much for your kind words!! We are so glad we could bring a smile to your face 😊 Great idea with the Tarquin yarn!! We might just do that ❤️

[@ancestralyarns80]

So glad you guys like the yarn I dyed for you! I’ve added a few to the shop if anyone is interested.

[@ancestralyarns80]

Tarquin and Ravin are sold out. You can favorite my shop and/or follow me on instagram to get shop updates.

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

That is amazing!!!

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@helentkalcic4417]

Amazing colorways!!! I tried to get some but it was already gone by then!😕

[@nicolecox2151]

Beautiful colors..... btw, ...... any chance of doing some to go along with Discovery of Witches ? Asking for a friend 🤗😉

[@karlawoeste1613]

Hahaha. Too funny, as you show your ChiaoGoo shorties, I’m sitting and knitting a baby hat on my new set that I just got. Love them!! If you move to Canada, go for Vancouver, BC. Right on the coast and gets more rain versus snow and rarely goes below -10C in winter. Arne and Carlos were at Knit City in Vancouver last year and I took their class, they are awesome! Super fun and amazing teachers. 😊🇨🇦🧶

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

We would love to see them one day 😊. OK We’ll look at BC...haha Actually that’s about the same temps as it gets here so maybe not so bad 🤣

[@Creative_Yarnoholic]

I was watching a tutorial and every time she said 9 inch circular I laughed! Ray I got my shorties today...love my ChiaoGoo needles. So happy Tarquin is doing better. Love the logo progress keepers! Can’t wait for the next live with you. Stay safe. 💕🧶

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Thanks so much Rachael! A little birdie told us that those progress keepers might be showing up in her shop soon 😃

[@MrEj7ak]

The dishcloth chat made me think “I can’t believe it’s not grandma’s favourite dishcloth” hehe. Loving Discovery of Witches by the way

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Hi Jason - Thanks for watching, glad you are enjoying A Discovery of Witches.

[@sandramarshall7712]

Loved the video. Just found you and glad I did. Enjoy the rapport between you. It's not stiff - it's casual and I love it. Your knitting is beautiful. I love your shawls. Looking forward to your next video.

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Thanks so much!! Glad you enjoyed it 😊

[@wuthluis]

Oh so much to digest in this episode. So just quickly YES to the unboxing/unpacking/unbag-ing(?) of stuff. You can even keep it and do a live episode of just that. Priceless reactions. About Ray's plans of moving; if Canada and Norway are too cold try the UK. You can use fortnight all the time and learn a bunch more of Victorian slang that is still current(ish) and fun to shout out loud.

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Oh to keep fortnight in our regular vocabulary might just be worth it 😊😂

[@danagiles3672]

I. Love. Y’all. Period. I may have to start watching each episode again on the second week so I get my fix and don’t have to wait two weeks! Love and much happiness!!!

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Thank you Dana!

[@welcometocharlotteshousepo8439]

Hi guys! Great episode! Love your shawls, perfect color choices. Also, thanks for podcast shoutout, I had a number of new subscribers this weekend! 🥂

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Aww 😍 Hope you are doing well, friend ❤️

[@justinefaerber918]

Congrats on a score! Gorgeous shawls! I watched the first 3 episodes of Absentia after watching your podcast. I'm totally hooked!!!

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Isn’t it interesting?? We still don’t know what the heck is going on lol 😂

[@clairdouglass]

In which Ray makes me spit tea out my nose at 42:44. That is not a swiffer! :-) Love you guys!

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Oops 😬 lol 😂

[@clairdouglass]

@@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast LOL, You're an RN. I KNOW there is probably way worse than that rolling around in the head! (takes one to know one!)

[@Kirstyglow]

Thank you so much for the great company and video. Keep safe and take care. Biggest hugsss and love to you both and Tarquin 💙🐱🌸🧶🐕

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Thank you too!

[@savyjett]

I love those bucket bags, i want one so bad!

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

We are really hoping he decides to sell them 😍

[@kdgeckoknits274]

The shawls!! Super fabulous. And, great colorway choices on both. . .

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Thank you Karen!

[@bettyfield99]

Happy 20th Anniversary. It makes my day listening to you both. Yes do some unveiling of your incoming goodies. I know I love mine when they come in. love seeing what you create .

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Thanks Betty! We really love spending time with you all ❤️

[@sweetteanoshade903]

The color of your flax is killing me I’m so jealous. I also struggle w the collar shape of the flax. However it makes it perfect for wearing a collared shirt underneath.

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

I’m struggling now with the collar shape too. I think a collared shirt underneath is the way to go

[@donnapeer8886]

You guys are funny. I love watching you .cinnamon stitches got me into you and Ross

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Hi Donna - Thank you so much for checking out the channel, we really appreciate it.

[@CurlySeams]

Totally have shawl envy! Love both of them and you both look amazing in them. Good show guys. C2

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Thank you so much!!

[@lynnsteele7052]

another great podcast, boys, your both crack me up and got me through the heel flap on m,y Gd's socks, those are amazing shawls and they look great! Ray, i am knitting sleeves right along with you, we'll both be done in a fortnight for sure! Kevin i am sure you will figure out the puzzle of your sweater, i loved the color! those were amazing stitch markers, we are lucky to have you here to keep our spirits up! have a good couple weeks, gentle hugs to Tarquin and stay well, boys! ♥

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Glad you enjoyed it Lynn. Good luck finishing the sweater.

[@jaynejones8572]

Omg you guys crack me up. Ray you have singing Tourette’s, lol. I do the same thing at work

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

OMG it’s totally true! Hahah but they are all like 1 liners...it’s rare if I actually finish a song...lol 🤣

[@tarahdoran386]

your little fur baby is adorable : may i also say love you two your chat an creative projects are really lovely ; from a great gran knitter many long years; don't stop knitting.

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Aww thank you 😊 That really means a lot to us

[@jennifersf_sf]

Happy 20th episode! I also have a big box of Dishie - finished my 1st dish towel not too long ago. Was inspired by you & Sweet Tea No Shade & they definitely are a good thing to knit when my knitting mojo is not around. On a different note, I'm pretty sure Harney & Sons tea co is based in CT - they have some very good teas! Thanks for entertaining!

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

I just found out they are local! Can’t wait to try them ❤️😊 congrats on the dish towel, isn’t it addicting 😂

[@nicolecox2151]

Speaking of the tea. You questioned the one that said herbal infusion. Technically the only Teas are black, oolong, green and white. They come from the same Camilla sinensis plant. Most all other plants stepped in water are considered infusions . I should send you some of my friends loose leaf blends and make tea snobs out of you. Lol 😂😉

[@gwendolynthefiberfairladyw9363]

I love watching you two so entertaining and everything you make is beautiful. Looks like a maxi pad🤦‍♀️😂😂😂. Ray I think I will have to knit that shawl you have on I’m way!!! To chicken to do Kevin’s that is a fricken work of art😍😍😍 Ray that sweater is gorgeous! I can’t wait to see how it looks on you beautiful yarn too. Also a discovery of witches fan❤️

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Thank you so much!! The Pure Joy was such a great knit!! The name totally says it all 😊

[@lesliecorey6565]

Your show makes my day! Thank you for sharing! 😊

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Aww thanks Leslie!! We are so happy you enjoyed it 😊😍

[@dianatheriault2913]

When you opened that Dishie Yarns, I just bursted out laughing!!! My husband asked what I was laughing about ... because I also bought a big box of cotton yarn to knit up dishcloths for my family... I love you Kevin and Ray ... Breaking the Bank!!!

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Thank you DD!! Many more dishcloths to come :)

[@knottyyarnies450]

Thanks for spending this evening with me! Loved #20 as each one I have previously too! Enjoy your 2 weeks.

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Thanks so much!! We had a lot of fun with this one and so glad you enjoyed it as much as we did recording 😊

[@stherrien3333]

Hahaha I love you guys!! You crack me up!!

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Thank you, glad we got you to laugh!

[@katinaskreations4825]

Just discovered you guys! What a great time. Love your quirkyness!

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Yay! Thank you! We appreciate you giving the channel a shot.

[@dshorty57]

Love you guys I waited till sunday to look at you quietly, you guys are soo funny

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Thanks Dawn! We love hanging out with you all and glad we could bring you some joy 😊

[@sharontyrrell7239]

Hi Im from the North of England and just wanted to say that I absolutely love you two, I check my laptop throughout the day looking for the next one, please keep this up, you both make my day.

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Hi Sharon - That is amazing, it is so great to hear from viewers, we really appreciate it.

[@MrChriso1972]

Thank you both for the entertainment that you both provide. Thanks for the recommendation of "The Discovery Of Withes". I am listening to the book on Audible. Plus I found a series for 2018 on Amazon/Shudder It is very good as well. Have you all every watched the series?

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Yes, the series is great! They took some liberties but overall it worked 😊

[@helentkalcic4417]

Omg! Ray..I love the way you made the shawl into a ‘scarf’, fed it thru the loop. I have many sharks and sometimes I can’t figure it out how to wear it, I’m going to have to do that!

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Hi Helen - Such a great way to wear a scarf and now a shawl.

[@bianca.wuerselen]

Love to spend my knitting time with you! Greetings from Germany!

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Thank you! 😊

[@Gigimamapa5]

Those pads are make-up remover pads. 😅 The flax looks awesome. I love the color. Garments take a while to knit. I don’t get tired of seeing it. The colors vertices united shawl are very complimentary, nice choices. Kevin, You probably will pick up stitches along the edge of those skinny pieces for the shawl color.

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

You are totally right. It has me pick up stitches and knit like another 5 inches. I think it’s going to work out 🥰

[@aranjackson259]

Kevin, your Slade pieces are fine. I knit one for your “Let’s hear it for the boys” KAL for my 6’3” husband. The upper front is the top of a v neck, and the button band is SIX inches wide. You can trust the pattern. 🥰

[@dianam4778]

I’m glad I read all the comments first because I was going to say the same thing! “I bet you’re supposed to add a giant shawl collar or button bands...”

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Holy cow!! That’s great!! No frogging now..haha

[@kdgeckoknits274]

Kevin, keep going with the shawl cardigan. I love knitting in pieces. My first garments were knit in pieces and sewed - mattress stitch. Love sewing mattress stitch.

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

I totally will. It looks like the shawl collar will add about 5 inches or so. I’m excited 😆

[@ricsoard]

Great show guys!! Arne and Carlos are great, I switched to Norwegian style after watching them.

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

I’m definitely going to look into Norwegian style knitting. It’s so beautiful 🤩

[@jeanetteparkes9202]

Excellent episode l have enjoyed this very much l don't miss your broadcast.on KZbin keep up the good work .

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Thanks Jeanette!! ❤️❤️

[@lleblanc5613]

Kevin, you convinced me to start my Vertices Unite! I am at the stage where I am struggling with colour choices too. Time to make a decision and go. 😊

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Choosing the colors was seriously the hardest part, but seeing how it all came together, it was WAY worth it! 😊

[@SherryOram72]

The FLAX was the second sweater I've ever knit. I love it to bits!!! May knit another 🤗

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

We agree, it is such a good knit. Might do it again without the sleeve details.

[@MollyisMagic]

Ray, your pure joy looks so nice! but i may have squeeked out loud when i saw kevin's vertices in the YT thumbnail 😅😅😅

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Thank you!! Love the Vertices Unite and the Pure Joy.

[@mesheela]

You guys are awesome, just keep being you. Those shawls are spectactular!

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Thank you so much 😊

[@candeeharris7509]

Love it!!! You guys are my for sure favorites. Both of your shawls are wonderful. I just got my HP Club yarn from Amanda weeeeeeeee. Arne and Carlos are hilarious like you guys. Thank you for sharing, see you in a fortnite......

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Yay! Thank you! See you in a fortnite.

[@CCMakesPodcast]

So cool you got Candy Skein Yarn! It's one of my local shops and looove the yarn 😬

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Hi CC - Can't wait to give it a try, we love the color so much.

[@nanahuff418]

You guys are right on with your voice track & video.

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Thank you Nana, glad it is not all weird this time.

[@kimcummings624]

"Shawl" we talk about how awesome you guys are and how much I love your podcast? Great to see you both again and I love your shawls! How special that gift from Ancestral Yarns is.

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Lol 😂 Agreed!! I think she had a few in her shop, not sure if she still does though

[@calstalk1675]

I love watching ya ...love ya knitting..

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Thank you!!

[@bettykrystofova2625]

Amazing projects as always! Harney and sons is literally my favorite tea! And I am huge tea person!

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

And we just found out they are semi-local to us 😊

[@veronicagarcia7204]

🌹 What a heartwarming gesture from Laura 😍😭 I absolutely already bought my skeins!! It will be like having a piece of you in my craft space 👏🏽

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Veronica that is amazing, so great of you to support small businesses!

[@anitasantos4264]

Thank you for the book recommendations. After your last episode, I found a Discovery of Witches in film format. Watched the entire season and it was great! You’re doing a great job!

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Hi Anita - We really enjoyed the tv show too. Thank you so much for watching and commenting.

[@ceciliathomsen7152]

Thanks for the fun time!

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Any time Cecilia!

[@Valentina-km8cg]

Love those shawls, you two! Both are gorgeous. Washcloths. Check out the Chinese Waves Washcloth. I've made 3 and plan to keep going. It's a variation on the linen stitch and just fun, easy and quick. I'm entering a set in the MAL. Fun show.

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Excellent suggestion, thanks! We will check out that pattern 🥰

[@robincapuano8216]

Tight gage uses less yarn. Kevin, I just finished my vertices unite too, loved it once I figured out the modular knitting. Love your colors. Robin in Avon, Ct. 💗

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Hi Robin - Thank you so much!

[@tala4884]

Thanks for posting! Your podcast always makes me smile :) I want to knit Pure Joy for my mom with a fingering for the main color and Mohair/Silk held double for the contrasting colour. Do you think that would work well for this pattern? I'm on the fence, I really want to use the mohair/silk but it's hard to find a simple design using fingering and mohair/silk, but not held together.

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Hmm that’s a great question...I think it might actually. The Mohair and silk could soften up the yarn overs and sort of add another “layer”. It’s worth a shot 😊

[@veronicagarcia7204]

🌹 Kevin 😆 I also took out my card when Chip was showing his baskets! I sent him a message and told him to put me down for 2!! 😂

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

LOL right they are amazing, can't wait to get our hands on a few.

[@debmeyer3111]

Will you list the favorite podcasts too please. (In your show notes)Thx. Love your show.

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

We had them listed for a while on other episodes...not sure why we didn’t include them lately. We will get back to doing that, thanks 😊

[@catherinemaneri799]

Love you guys. Really enjoy your podcast. I was knitting a washcloth with Dishie Yarn as I was watching you both. I have a great pattern for a dishcloth/washcloth it's called Chinese Waves Dishcloth by Maggie's Rags'. If you want a change, give it a try. It's on Ravelry. I knit it on a US6 for a denser cloth. I've been using it as a washcloth and trying to get hubby to use them as well.

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Thanks so much Catherine! Someone else mentioned that pattern as well. Totally adding it to our library 🥰. We love them as washcloths too 😊

[@thefourthstarknits5271]

Awesome episode, I was cracking up a lot, you guys have such great chemistry.

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Aww thanks so much! I (Ray) really need to get back to it, it’s soo good 😌

[@alfredsalzmann3084]

Beautifull Potcast.Petra from Germany.

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Hi Petra - Thank you for checking out the channel.

[@foots-qt4pk]

Okay, I made 2 shawl collared sweaters from Brooklyn Tweed, Ilia by Michelle Wang, and Timberline by Jarod Flood. Both had me nervous because the front sections seemed too narrow, like yours. Look at the schematics and double check, but when I figured in the WIDE shawl collar, it worked out fine. The collar section will extend all the way rom one front hem, up the body, around the neck, and down to the other front hem and in both of my patterns the shawl collar adds 4 inches. Again, the schematics are your friend!

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Thank you for the info, I will take a look at it, it has still been in time out :)

[@SylkyJ100]

I love your podcasts and enjoy you both very much. Well, except for MY "breaking the bank" habit. LOL Finally, though my husband is beginning to understand I'm NOT the only one incredibly addicted to yarn!! You are both adorbs!!

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Thank you so much, Sylvia! Glad to hear your husband is coming around...lol 😂

[@joelowe4329]

Great job as usual, keep up the great work!

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Thanks Joe 😊

[@marywoods4446]

You two crack me up! Thank you for your podcast. I look forward to it every fortnight!

[@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast]

Glad you enjoy it Mary!