Pepper Knits Podcast Ep.05: December Bow, Saskie Socks & Knitting Plans

[@ToniaVerdecci]

There is no denying that Saskie Socks are like candy: just fabulous. I made them. They are fun to knit, as we always are looking forward to knit the next step, in the color chart. I learned one more thing, from that pattern: a new way for me to make a heel. My usual way was the flap and gusset. But I followed this Saskie pattern to the letter, and I like that style of heel very much. In my hands, it looks better than flap and gusset. 🍏🍏🍏

[@Thomas.._Monrow-cc1]

I like everything: Aros Sweater, December Bow, linen stitch on the pillow cover, and the Saskie Socks. There is no boredom possible, watching your programs !

[@PatriziaParnisari]

I agree with Aoife that what we knit doesn't need to be perfect. Especially for those of us who are still learning. If we put the bar too high, it takes the pleasure out of the activity ! Today, I knitted in a beautiful park, with squirrels running around, and cats running after them. My tablet was playing some of your podcasts, and it was perfect.

[@Dwaine..._McEwin]

The whole episode is excellent. And thank you for comments about travel knitting. You reminded me to prepare about that, as I will travel. Knitting is then perfect, to pass the time. The project needs to be portable, not too complicated, and without too much risk of inconveniencing people around me. Thank you for talking about that. It helped me. 🛣🚞🛣🚞🛣

[@WondaCartwright]

There is a lot to love here ! Very interesting projects and FO. I agree with all the compliments other viewers have written. I also notice how polite and careful your are, to ensure you don't hurt anyone's feelings. That is an extra layer of quality to your presentation. Thank you !

[@Umberta..Traficante]

Yes, this podcast is making my day. I have a bag of left over yarn, that, for years, I have not known what to do with. Now I know: December Bows for the retirement home where my mother lives. You treat us with such beautiful projects. And such enlightening discussion. Brava !

[@pepperknits]

Such a thoughtful idea! It’s one of those patterns you’ll want to knit again and again 🎀

[@Yollande_.Grondin]

I am inspired by the linen stitch. My mother used to do it, I was too young to appreciate, at the time, but with your presentation here, I can see how charming it is. I will practice a bit, then figure out something to make out of it. I agree with the two other reviewers, that it is done as 'comfort-knitting', because is goes slower. But the fabric is so special, that it brings inner peace, if done with the right mind set. Thank you for brining that nice memory of my mother !

[@Juliette.._Giscard]

Congratulations on 2 000 views of your 5th episode ! It is excellent. The Saskie Socks would conquer anybody.

[@CassandraBortoli]

We're getting a real treat, here ! Saskie Socks and December Bow : so full of festive spirit ! Making them is now part of my preparation plans for Christmas. Your videos are full of good ideas.🎀🎀

[@pepperknits]

I’m excited to knit more December bows this year 🤭

[@ScarlettGrey-o7k]

I really enjoyed watching this video. I learned many good tips. I want to make the Saskie Socks ! Thank you very kindly.

[@OndinaPappone]

Oh ! Happy Day ! Knitted all day, and viewed many of your sessions, while making Saskie Socks. The good life. Thank you for posting. 🏛🏛🏛

[@InesLeberre]

Another idea, here, that I will put into practice: your December Bows. I want to make some for a charity that we have here, to decorate the Homeless Shelter, for the Holiday Season. Thank you for the inspiration. And I really enjoy the general atmosphere of your video. You have the right tone. Lovely !!

[@Tracy._Poppins.._-b8k]

Thanks for providing resources for size inclusive saddle shoulder sweater patterns, in the notes. 🐨🐨🐨🐨 You tempt me into making the Aros Sweater and the hand warmers. Your program is really good. 🐨🐨🫖🐨🐨

[@Luke.._Thompson._oo]

I am completely out of season in this comment, but I have to say I like the December Bows ! Other viewers wrote you have good variety, in your videos, and that is true. Grazie !

[@AkobaAoko]

My 9 years old niece helped me to make December bows this afternoon, and we had a great time. The whole thing started from your suggestion, in this podcast. Your programs lead to wonderful things happening, Emily ! You run such an excellent channel. 🌲🍉🌲🍉🌲🍉🌲

[@pepperknits]

That’s such a lovely memory to make! I’m sure they look beautiful 🥰

[@LowriNarberth]

Your videos are unique : very authentic young woman who knits as a hobby, doing something else professionally, and living in an environment where warm clothes are not necessary in daily life. The passion is pure. It stems from inside the person, without necessity from a cold climate, Emily doesn't own a yarn boutique, etc. 🌴🌴🌴🌴 This is very inspiring to watch.

[@pepperknits]

You’re so kind, thank you 🩷

[@Bianca..Dionisi]

You keep the party going ! 🥗🥗🥗 Your skill is amazing. Thank you ! ! 🥗🥗🥗

[@Manon.LItalien]

December Bow is in season ! Yours are beautiful, and I will find the pattern. There is no mistake that the Saskie Socks are very cute. You are an excellent knitter.

[@Marie-JoseeNault]

Everything very nice here. You are such a knitting companion, Emily. I want to make some December Bows, based on your recommendation ! 🧇🎄🧇

[@JeannedArc.._Pelletier]

I can't resist : I will make those December Bows, it's now the Season ! Your programs are always such a treat ! And while I am at it, I will make a couple of pairs of Saskie Socks, to give to office co-workers. Thank you for awesome suggestions.

[@pepperknits]

Who wouldn’t love to receive a pair of Saskie socks?!

[@LucieDesbiens-od1hb]

Saskie Socks: absolutely like candy ! 💚 Broken Record Broken Rib Socks are very nice, and certainly will wear very well. 💚 You are very dedicated.

[@MichelineBeaupre]

Your new yarn acquisition, two skanes of Wool & Works Fingering Marino, in the color " Fur Coat " , is spectacular. The speckles are perfect : subdued, just enough. 🧆🧆🧆 Very promising ! ! 🧆🧆🧆

[@Margo-.Hartley.p5l]

My friend sent me to this episode to see your December Bow. It is excellent; I will make it. And I like your other projects very much ! I will watch your other podcasts. 🤗🤗

[@pepperknits]

It’s impossible to stop at just one December bow 🤭

[@Angelica_.Catelli]

I loved seeing your projects ! It is inspiring for me to keep working on my WIPs ! You have such a passion for knitting and your videos are such a joy to watch.

[@Pomamma._.Ferrari.-d5p]

I love your ongoing pink tank top, the one you have on the needles, in this video. Thank you for devoting such energy on your channel. Your viewers benefit ! 🦡🦡🦡🦡

[@Marie-PauleTardif]

Top notch video. I am intrigued by the hand warmers. We usually make full mittens in Canada. But the hand warmers would be perfect for late fall and early spring. I like the ones you made, a lot. 🐾🐟🐾 I agree with Patrizia and Aoife, that we should not let ourselves feel bad if there are some mistakes in out knits. Perfection is not the point.

[@pepperknits]

The fingerless mittens are so practical when it’s not too cold 🤭

[@MadeleineLislois]

Just noticed you have 200 " Likes " on this one. Bravo ! I made a December Bow this December, and my family all likes it ! You are taking really good care of your viewers.

[@AndromedaKokis]

You have a genuine, happy smile, while presenting the Saskie Socks, and I understand why: they are fabulous. Thank you for the excellent suggestion. 🍓🍓🍓🍓🍓

[@GertrudeMailloux]

Oh ! Those Saskie socks !!! _ I must try to knit them. There is no mistake: you are a very very interesting knitting podcaster. I wish you continue for many years.🎨🎨🎨🎨🎨🎨🎨🎨🎨

[@Nour.._Ibrahim-n4w]

Saskie socks ... I must make them. 🥨🥨 As always, a very interesting session, Emily. Thank you !! 🥨🥨 🥨🥨

[@HeatherBennett-b7b]

I am very inspired by the yarn you are presenting [ Wool Works, Merino, color Fur Coat ]. Amazing. I find those speckled dying patterns very nice as main color for color work. The speckled background gives a new dimension to the color motif.

[@pepperknits]

It’s still one of my favourite sweaters! 🤍

[@IsabelleLavoie-jc8qg]

I concur with all the positive comments, about this podcast. ☁ The little clouds, moons, rabbits of the Sassie socks make quite a wonderful effect. Your podcasts is making my day !! 🌞🌞🌞

[@pepperknits]

Thank you for the kind words 💖 I do love the Saskie socks even have requests from family to make pairs for them

[@Keith._.Anderson-iou]

I am really drawn towards the color work of the Saskie Socks ! ! 🙆‍♀⚛🙆‍♀ What a lovely discovery !!!

[@ChristianaPenfold]

Your recommendation of the December Bow has been heard. It is going into my Sacred Book of Knitting. There, I keep the treasure information of what I dream of making. 🦚 🥬🥬🦚 Thank you !

[@NathalieSt-Pierre-pb6gj]

I must add my word of praise to this list. Even though I am not adding any new information, I must make a new entry, to say I admire your work. From Canada !

[@pepperknits]

Thank you very much 😇

[@Pupella.._Tresana.-.q3y]

I go back to your first videos, for inspiration. Excellent work.

[@LuciaMassarelli]

I will get the pattern for December bow in time to knit 2 or 3 of them for Christmas. I have downloaded the pattern for Saskie Socks. Great podcast.

[@pepperknits]

Thanks Lucia! It’s hard to stop at knitting just one December bow, they’re so fun and easy to make 🤭

[@MarleneTousignant]

As a physiotherapist, I didn't miss your remark, about preventing knitting hand pain. We must prevent it. Because once a sprain has happened, we usually have to stop knitting for many weeks, to heal. In this video, you mention being vigilant about getting hand pain related to doing a lot of purling. A sprain can also occur with long periods of knitting something that makes our hands or a certain finger strain over and over, with the same movement. Some stitch / yarn combinations may put us more at risk. Let's be prudent.

[@pepperknits]

That’s really great advice, so important to look after our precious bodies 🫶🏻

[@Charlie-_McElwee-t8t]

I hear you, Emily, when you say that you like to follow a pattern, do what you're being told, and you don't like to make adjustments. Right on. 🎯 I am going through a project where I literally have to re-write the pattern, in my own words and with the numbers of stitches, number of rows, etc, that I need to do. I have to do that because my yarn is significantly different from the one that the pattern is based on. So there is no way my gauge swatch approximates what the pattern is saying. So I am making rules of 3, to re-write the pattern. Hopefully, the end result will work. All this because I am stubborn about using this pattern with that specific yarn. 🎒 I really enjoy the way you talk us through your makes !!

[@pepperknits]

Good luck, that sounds like a lot of effort! I hope it all works out for you in the end 🫣🫶🏻

[@AoifeOKeefe]

Very healthy comments you made, about the need to accept that what we make doesn't need to be perfect. In today's world, we need to hear more of that ! Yes, it shows that we are growing and learning, as a knitter. Alleluia ! 🎉 The point about knitting is having a good time during the journey. Then, the finished object should never be compared to one manufactured by the industry.

[@Ginevria..Bossone]

A coworker knitted those Saskie Socks and she wears them. From your video, now I can see what that pattern is ! They are excellent. All the socks you are making look very good.

[@OttaviaNobilini]

You did amazingly, about those hand warmers. They look so comfortable, and fit so well. Everything else is also very well made !

[@MartineRemillard]

You are making a remarkable series of podcasts, Emily. Lots of good things to say. 🎨🎨🎨 Just one example: it is very very interesting, what you are doing, with regards to trying many methods of making sock heels. You are on your way to become a knitting guru. That's the way ! 🎨🎨🎨🎨🎨

[@BarbaraSauvageau]

Your whole series of videos is very enjoyable to watch. I pick some of your suggestions for my wish list. I am motivated by your attitude and resourcefulness. All is good !! 🪐⭐🪐⭐🪐

[@NicciPaganico]

Those fingerless mittens are brilliant. Very well adapted to our needs here, in winter. The ones you made look so soft and comfortable ! One more exciting project for me.

[@jeanninex8888]

You are receiving so much praise for your presentation, and you deserve it ! 💙 Excellent projects ! !

[@VeronicadiGenova-zh4bf]

You knit socks so well, really. You are already an accomplished knitter. But being so young, it is obvious there is still plenty of potential for growth! You will become a master expert.

[@DeniseDumont-ol8wq]

Bravo Emily ! Very charming podcast. We can see your enthousiasm and strong drive to do quality work. .. .. .. .. .. ..

[@EleonoreBasinger]

I am so enthusiastic about the Saskie Socks, after having heard you. You say it is so fun to make, it flies off the needles, etc. Wow ! I have ordered the pattern right away, and printed it. I am so happy ! ! ! Thank you ! ! 🎫🎫🎫

[@Nanette.._Laloge.-sowg]

I like the way you tell how and why you decided to make the Somerset Socks, during your British Isles vacation. How nice ! I am familiar with your channel, and I know that Somerset pattern will end up giving you issues, because there were mistakes in it. You found a way to fix the mistakes. It remains that you made an excellent pattern choice. I really enjoy your videos. 🖼🥬🥬🥬🖼

[@InesLeBerre-iy9lb]

I have to join the crowd that cheers at the Saskie Socks. What a fresh and charming pattern ! Thank you.

[@AprilInglis]

Bravo. Well done.

[@LuciaVitto]

A very nice afternoon I spent, knitting on the terrazza ( roof top ), while watching your series of podcast. Very inspiring. Brava !

[@pepperknits]

A perfect afternoon!

[@FabienneDumoulin-sz2mr]

Thank you for your dedication in making so lovely programs ! 😺 Excellent choice of projects. 😺 I especially like the Saskie Socks ! Cheers ! 🐺 * 🐺 * 🐺 * 🐺 * 🐺

[@FiorenzaBarbieri]

It is beautiful, how loyal you are to quality work. You also are a very slick presenter. Your sessions are very pleasant. 👘👘 A big thank you. 👘👘👘

[@MadeleineLislois]

Thank you for a very interesting video. Your points of view are well balanced. Overall, your presentations have a professional flavor, because you are well organized and you are efficient. You keep things to the point, and you cover many projects in 30 to 60 minutes. Well done !🍁🍁

[@AnnabelleFoucault]

I am so happy you presented the Saskie Socks ! I now have the second sock on the needles. It goes fast, because I always look forward to see the next stage of the motifs, appear. So I knit and knit, without tiring. And there is something else: I want to knit a second pair of the same right away. Other places in your videos, you sometimes comment that when you finished this or that other project, you were so 'over it', that you had to go towards a totally different pattern, just to 'change the air', before you knit a given pattern again. sometimes you know you will knit a given sweater again, but not right now. 🌄🌄 But with Saskie Socks, I am not 'over it' ! ! I can start another pair right away. They are so fun to knit ! Also, the heel that the pattern makes us do, is fast and easy. Great ! ! ! 🌄🌄

[@pepperknits]

I loved the process of knitting the Saskie socks too!

[@giorgiaVokas]

Saskie socks are my favorite. It is so good to watch your podcasts, sincerely. I hope you keep making them for a very long time !

[@Greg.._Caron]

I found very charming and original, your discussion about planning " travel knitting ". It indeed requires planning. 💬💬💬💬 You did good planning. You acquired wooded needles and thought meticulously about how to package them and carry them [ with pens, etc ]. How sensitive it is, that you gave consideration to the comfort of people seated next to you, and planned not to knit a yarn that spreads a lot of strands around. You were thoughtful not to annoy people around you. How considerate that is ! ! ✈🪑✈🪑✈

[@MariaKokis]

We are in good company, watching your videos. I hope you will continue to make them long term. I like the personal flavors you put into your work.

[@Anne-MarieJobidon]

Thank you for the energy and heart you put into making those podcasts ! They are so interesting and helpful . Take care.

[@StephanieSoucy-zu3mn]

You get a high score on this video ! Because it is very neatly presented: you come well prepared. 🥇 I like you selection of projects. Then the way you make them, with excellent finish. If I had to chose one garment, it would be the Saskie Socks. But they are all beautiful.

[@MaureenOFlanigan]

Such a beautiful podcast, Emily !! The Saskie socks are a must - try for me. .. .. You present very well. Bravo ! !

[@BridgetOKeefe-uy5dp]

You really are driven by your love of work well done ! ! Thank you for one more excellent program.

[@Marie-SuzieBlais]

The 9 PM Tank Top is so lovely. I am always impressed with all the knitting you can get done. I really enjoy your creative energy ! !

[@FrancoiseRoy-lv4qr]

Your podcasts are so informative, I watch them many times. The tank top by Tiffknit is indeed a very attractive garment. It suits you well. I am amazed by the Saskie socks by the petite knitter. Such a beauty. I am ordering the pattern. Thank you for very very high quality work !

[@Marie-Stella.._Langlais.-wvv]

Fingerless mittens & December Bow are on my list of things to do ! You run an excellent podcast channel. Your surroundings are very suitable for pleasant relaxing podcasting.

[@moni7371]

Love your podcast. ❤

[@pepperknits]

Thank you ❤️☺️

[@MarySmith-i8t]

I have put a 9 PM Tank Top on the needle ! Your little treasures ( the things you knit ) are such an inspiration ! 🐎🐎🐎

[@VivienMacDonald-wv6xy]

That 9 PM Tank Top is really so nice ! And expertly done. ..////.. I have ordered and downloaded my copy of the pattern for the Saskie Socks. That was a must. ..///.. Thank you for showing the tubular bind off of the Aros Sweater. I will learn that one, it is really really neat !!!!

[@MachaBabaroutsis]

I want to make the December Bow. I want to finish it in time to bring it to the Retirement Home where my grandma lives, to decorate there. My cousin will help me order the pattern. It doesn't look difficult to knit. I can do it before December.🎀

[@KimOShaughnessy-yf4du]

This video is very engaging, from beginning to end. As usual. 🍱🍱🍱 The Wool Works yard, color 'Fur Coat' : that is beautiful ! I want to bring it home !! It is produced and hand dyed in Australia, I will check it out. Thank you.🍱🍱

[@pepperknits]

Wool & Works dyes amazing colours! I think this one was sadly limited edition in her Barbie collection

[@Felix...Trombello]

December Bows, in this program, are totally welcome for this Holiday Season. I'm another one who likes the linen stitch you are showing. Your fingerless mittens are beautiful. 🎀🏉🏉🎀

[@ludouglas1]

I so badly want to make the Tolsta tee and I think Rebecca has made a v neck version which is a style that suits me better. (or maybe it's a cardigan she made?? I'll have to check it out.) A good idea for the cami tops is to hand stitch a narrow ribbon to the underside or run a cord through the narrow straps to maintain support because the straps can be stretchy. I do this wth my crochet bags too. I'm curious as to who the 'we' is that you continually refer to. Do you knit the garments wth someone else or share the knitting somehow, because you say it all the time and i dont know why. One other fun thing that will come as a surprise to you :-) we all use and over use words when we talk (or podcast) or write. I used to say 'lots of' and 'really'. I didn't realise it but my subconscious had been counting your 'really's' and 'really really'. :-)) I gave up after 100!!!! Did you realise you say it for everything?? Hahaha! I put a post it note on my laptop with 'lots of' on it to help remind me not to say it and it 'really' worked lolol!!! I'm so interested in the saddle shoulder and think it wld suit me too but I'm not game to try it yet. First I'll make a Tolsta tee. Thank you so much for sharing your knitting. Especially as you're in Australia like I am. I always feel our seasons are out of sync wth the rest of the knitters I follow but I knit and sew all year round anyway, I just can't always wear the items straight away!! And O ADORE your hand mitts!!!!!! Happy Knitting, Emily.

[@pepperknits]

Thank you!! Really glad you enjoyed 🤭 The Tolsta tee is a great pattern, especially for the Australian climate! Happy knitting xx

[@preciousheaven723]

Can you guide me as to which are the best circular knitting needles to get as a present for Christmas and best yarn brand? Thank you and happy holidays ♥️🙏🏼

[@pepperknits]

Hi! I have only used the Addi click interchangeable set and a few Chiaogoo set circulars. I prefer the Chiaogoo cords so if it’s within budget perhaps a set of these? The Addi’s are much more affordable and I still enjoy using them! As for yarn, that’s a tricky question. Do you live in Australia?

[@preciousheaven723]

No I live in NYC. Thank you for the information. I had no idea of any brand name now I know where to start! Have a Happy Christmas & a wonderfully blessed New Year 2024! 🎉🎊

[@yvonnebrandt736]

I can look at fabel knitwear’s sweaters❤️

[@QueensYarnBoutique]

Your December Bows look great! 🎀 Love the Hand Warmers.

[@Phoebe_..Jennings_-_yoo]

Here I realize that the decision to make the Somerset Socks was circumstantial: because you were going to Somerset. The pattern was not featured in other podcasts. But it ended up being a big hit. Superb look, with classical Estonian braid and original heel construction. You made the pattern sing. You are an excellent knitter.

[@pepperknits]

The Somerset socks have a special place in my sock collection 🥰

[@IreneOGrady]

I can see that many others are struck by the beauty of the Saskie socks. I will try them. They would make a perfect gift. Thank you Emily for such high quality projects, advice, and enjoyable company ! 🪲 .. 🪲 .. 🪲 .. 🪲