Southbank Sweater - All all things Crafty!

[@SistasofStitchcraft]

Awww those little hats are so cute! Fab plans! Oh no! Poor you! I feel your pain xxx

[@CreativityFromBlueberryH-wo3gu]

Congratulations!

[@robynlaszlo6128]

Such a fabulous video love the top congratulations on 6000🎉you absolutely deserve it have a fab week 😊😊😊

[@Silver_Threads_Sewing]

Hi Carole! Oh my I love the Funfetti fabric and the top is lovely. Greg has Raynaud’s too. I had never heard keeping the wrists warm helps. I will share that with him. The Beavers sure are adorable. Your grandson should be so proud of all the badges. I love VivMom too. I will watch the video you shared. Have a great weekend! ❤ Diann

[@Lorij83]

I love the top you made out of the Funfetti fabric. Those little stocking hats are soooo cute. Your grandchildren are very blessed by you. I’m sorry you twisted your ankle. I hope it heals quickly.

[@socarole66]

Thanks so much for your kind comments, the ankle seems to be on the mend but I have to keep being sensible! The Funfetti fabric is just so colourful and happy isn't it, I am really pleased with it. Have a good weekend 🧵😊

[@sbrickett]

Hi, Carol, glad you have a wonderful holiday! It’s always bliss to be able to just sit and read, isn’t it? I love that funfetti fabric, it make a great looking sweater. I’m with you on that cross stitch, it takes forever. I used to do it years ago, pillowcases, baby bibs, dresses, etc. Then one day I put that stuff down and decided I had to much other stuff that I actually enjoyed doing. I have been trying to teach myself how to knit for 2 years with no luck. I’m a crocheted, so you’d think I could pick it up fairly easily, not. I need someone to sit beside me to show me step by step. I watch video after video hoping that THE one will pop up, but no, it never does. I’m such a visual learner, but evidently not from knitting videos. I wanted to knit a pair of socks, but since I can’t, I’ll have to crochet them instead. Oh well, I guess i can’t be good at everything, lol. The pictures are perfect, I absolutely love that beautiful bird of paradise. Take care of your ankle😅

[@beattie2698]

Congrats on reaching 6000 subscribers. And yes I too put more effort and time into making for others. I remember the hats on bottles but what a great idea to make them as an advent calendar. I’ve just been inspired so thanks for the idea. Have a nice weekend.

[@annerobinson647]

Congratulations on your new milestone Carole 🎉The sweater is to die for. Love all your ideas

[@socarole66]

Thank you Anne. I just love that jumper so much in the fabric, it is going to be the most worn jumper this season I think! Have a good weekend 🧵😊

[@SistasofStitchcraft]

Love your south bank! I think the navy is my favourite colour way of that confetti fabric, K xxx

[@SistasofStitchcraft]

I feel more pressure to be perfect if I am sewing for someone else, which can still some of the joy xxx

[@NPollack03]

Carole - you are the queen 👸 of sewing! I love your channel. 💛 Congrats on 6️⃣0️⃣0️⃣0️⃣! 🎉🎉🎉

[@socarole66]

Well that is a wonderful comment to start my weekend! 🥰👏🏼. Thank you so much, I really appreciate that. Have a great weekend xx🧵😊

[@SistasofStitchcraft]

Woohoo 6K!! 🎉🎉🎉 Congratulations! 🎉🎉🎉

[@PatPowell-o1i]

Congratulations on reaching 6000 subscribers! I often say oh that will do when making for myself but never when making for others. We need to give ourselves a talking to and know that we should be special too!🤣Love your makes. Happy sewing 🧵

[@socarole66]

Thanks so much for your comment Pat and answering my question. I am glad I am not the only one that makes rough old things for themselves. YES we should make more of an effort for us shouldn't we, maybe that can be my New Year's Resolution for 2025!! Have a wonderful weekend 🧵😊

[@Lorij83]

That flower is gorgeous!

[@socarole66]

Isn't it? It is called Bird of Paradise and the only time we see it is when we visit the Canary Islands. 🥰

[@alisonkirk5720]

I am sure you can’t believe how far you have come 6000k 🎉🥳 from that 1st vlog! Love to listen to you and what you have been up to and making! I have some Funfetti to get made up and interesting to hear about your band. It is always great to take something on the plane and mine is usually crochet or cross stitch. I am in the middle of a crochet cardigan but have just realised it’s far too big 🤣😂 possibly pass it on and go back to blankets! Keep the foot up and take a few books along with your knitting. Look forward to seeing you next week and enjoy your week x

[@sandralowe2874]

So true what we make ourselves is whipped up but would unpick a seam if it wasn’t right 😂 my friend would make hundreds of those hats for the juice bottles. Was at the knitting and stitch show in Belfast and saw the Dorset buttons and thought of you 😊 they were so pretty. Love all your makes and another great video Carol

[@MountainAccentsSewing]

I love seeing the Funfetti fabric made into a garment. Your Southbank looks great on you. I like having hem bands too, but it looks perfect as you made it. I enjoyed seeing all your makes and hearing about VivMom’s channel. I watched that same video. We should wear what we make even if they are not perfect. 😊

[@AndraMakes]

Those hats are so stinkin adorable, Carole; and, what a fun idea for an Advent Calendar! You are the best grandma, ever! I loved the makes you showed! I hope you have a fab weekend, and, I pray your ankle is fully healed soon! 😘💗

[@kathymcconville6428]

Love those little hats for an advent calendar. You've got lots of fun projects to do. Great tops as usual. Congrats on 6000. Your grandson couldn't be cuter! Happy your holiday was a nice rest. Off to watch Vivmom.

[@sibyllolson3237]

Congratulations on 6000! I love your channel.

[@socarole66]

Oh thank you so much, that is so kind of you 🧵😊

[@dizzyquiltsandsews]

Congrats on 6K Carole - that’s amazing! I love all the makes from the week and I’m so glad you tried to embroider on faux leather because I’ve been wondering about that. And now I know it’s possible. So sorry you hurt your ankle, but happy to hear it’s healing nicely. Have a great weekend knitting up those little hats! Super cute! Xx 💞

[@socarole66]

Hi Izzy thanks so much on the congrats! I was so impressed with the embroidery machine and the faux leather as I didn't think my little machine would cope and I only floated the fabric. I suppose I might go through a few needles though as I am thinking it may make them blunt. I am still desperate to have a go on card as well as a lot of people do that. I was so sad about my ankle, I nearly cried 😫 Not being able to run is bad enough but that has put pay to my Ramblers Group as well and that's the only time I ever see anyone other than family! It is mending though so I just need to be patient. Argh... I hate getting older. Right... I am sat in the holiday home and Chris is still working so I need to get the needles out...if I can remember how 😂🧶 Have a great weekend my friend xxx💗

[@dizzyquiltsandsews]

@ I was just telling Doug yesterday how getting older is a horrible thing lol 😂 I sometimes wake up in the morning and my hip hurts or my shoulder hurts!!

[@socarole66]

@ oh yes and those first few steps in the morning when you get out of bed 😱👵🏻🩼

[@MaryCunningham-u5j]

Oh, that French terry is gorgeous!!! Yes, Vivmom is great - I'll check out that video. The hats are adorable! As is your grandson (telling you something you don't know, right 😁?!?). You'll have to teach him how to sew the badges on - that's one of the things I did to get my Girl Scout sewing badge, which totally makes sense. I do cross stitch and needlepoint because they're relaxing and meditative - and I don't have to worry about how the fit is 😆!

[@debbiecarter6430]

Thanks Carole. Glad you had a lovely holiday xx

[@socarole66]

Thank you so much. We had a great time but like they say, there's no place like home! 🧵😊

[@stitchersdelight]

Welcome back ! The pictures are lovely. That fabric with the confetti is stunning , really suits the pattern you made. Yes I am fussier about things I make for others than myself...lol Congratulations on 6000 subscribers !

[@julesduff7238]

Congratulations on 6k yes I always put more time in things for others 😊

[@alisonkirk5720]

I am sure you can’t believe how far you have come 6000k 🎉🥳 from that 1st vlog! Love to listen to you and what you have been up to and making! I have some Funfetti to get made up and interesting to hear about your band. It is always great to take something on the plane and mine is usually crochet or cross stitch. I am in the middle of a crochet cardigan but have just realised it’s far too big 🤣😂 possibly pass it on and go back to blankets! Look forward to seeing you next week and enjoy your week x

[@socarole66]

No I certainly can't ! My first vlog was so terrible and I never thought I would get 6 people subscribing let alone 6000. I am honestly blown away by it all and it has transformed my life! You have some Funfetti too? What colour did you buy? My daughter is so jealous of my top and wants something made in it too but Andrea only has pink and white at the moment. I do love the look of the pink though. Now I have done a fair amount of crochet but little things, I did do a blanket a few years ago and I have always wanted to make a cardigan...what a shame yours is turning out too big! I may crochet a couple of those little hats actually as they were fun to do as well. Thanks so much for watching and have a great weekend 🧵😊

[@KathyinKentuckyUSA]

I just started sewing badges on again! it's such a warm feeling!

[@socarole66]

Oh Kathy there is something about it isn't there. You know the children are getting so much benefit from clubs and societies like this and learning so many skills. It has done wonders for Ollie who is incredibly shy. 🥰

[@bluegrassdreams2seams510]

Carole, I love your fabric for your beautiful top! I love French Terry with a beautiful pattern. That hasn’t caught on here in states. Small things on a trip keeps ourselves busy. But I know what you mean about time spent. I purchased some add-on fabric for my green wool tea jacket😊 There will be handwork involved🥰

[@ritaadler-everett5392]

6😊😊😊! Congratulations Carole, I'm so happy for you. What a bumper edition. You must have such a big collection of shirts and sweatshirts by now, each lovelier than the next. I know they are easy to wear, but I'm not much of a sweatshirt kind of girl. My go to is more a comfy fitted shirt with a cardigan over it. But I make the cardigans from all kinds of fabrics which keeps them a little interesting for me. I'm so glad you didn't break your ankle! Stay safe and have a super week!

[@socarole66]

Thanks so much ! I love your emoji 6000 😂. Funny you should mention about tops and cardigans. I have a wardrobe full of different colours of cardigans that I barely ever wear now and I used to dress like you! Perhaps I have become lazy with my dressing. Having said all that yesterday when I filmed that video I was wearing my top and then after put a lovely orange cardigan over the top 😆. I am so glad too I didn't break my ankle!! It is on the mend so I think in a couple of weeks if I am sensible it will be ok....I just need to be sensible 😉. Have a great weekend 🧵😊

[@EirianRobson]

I just bought an uncut Simplicity 8556 yesterday in a charity shop so I was pleasantly surprised to see you featuring it in today's vlog. I also made the quick sew polo neck jumper last from the same pattern you showed last!

[@socarole66]

Thanks so much for your comment and we obviously have the same taste in patterns! That 8556 top is really nice and I have made in wovens and in knits, obviously it is a looser fit in the knit. The Kwik Sew jumper is a good one but I always take out the curve in the waist 😆. Have a good weekend 🧵😊

[@carolgardiner7983]

Congrats on 6K. Not surprised though because I love your channel. Your Southbank sweater is so pretty, beautiful fabric. Looks so sleek without the band. I'm almost finished with my second oven mitt. My least favorite part is putting the binding on through all those layers. The rest of it is pretty easy. It is going to look really nice when it is finished. I started making dress for my 2 year old granddaughter. I finished the smocking and put the whole front of the dress together and then realized I didn't have enough to finish the back. Oops. I had to order more fabric from Etsy and it finally came. While I was waiting for the fabric I have been crocheting a hat for her. I crochet very slowly, but it is almost finished. Those little hats are adorable. I'm leaving next week to see my California grandkids. So I have been trying to get everything ready to take with me. Hopefully it all fits them. Have a great week and thanks for sharing.

[@socarole66]

Thanks so much Carol for your lovely comments, especially on my channel 🥰 I am so happy you are making the mitts and it always goes so well until the binding doesn't it! I look at those Caddies that people make and think, how can you bear to do all that?! How frustrating for you to run out of fabric but glad you managed to get some more, can you imagine if you couldn't? I have brought my crochet hook to the holiday home as well as the knitting needles to make those hats, got to keep up the crafts before I forget them! Have an amazing time in California with the Grandkids, they sure are lucky to have you. Enjoy your weekend too 🧵😊

[@lilysmith8001]

Make the robin into a Christmas card carol. Stitch it onto plain card. It will look beautiful and everyone loves a handmade card!

[@socarole66]

Aww I should do and that's a really good idea for my parents actually. Thank you for that suggestion. Have a good weekend and thanks for watching 🧵😊

[@luvmycrafts_Mary]

Hey Carole! Congrats on 6000! You sure got a lot accomplished for being away 😂 That Southbank sweater looks fabulous on you- and that fabric 😮-so pretty! And you are multicrafting like crazy- those hats will be adorable 🎄As always, love watching your videos and thanks for a dose of inspiration from VivMom! Xx❤❤❤

[@socarole66]

Hi Mary, oh that fabric is gorgeous isn't it? I had it sewn up in a flash, funny how you can do that when you want something badly enough 😂. I am not sure my fingers will remember how to knit so I have got a basic pattern out and also a crochet pattern as I loved doing that as well. I don't mind only casting on 22 stitches! Aww I do miss Viv's videos don't you? Thanks and have a spectacular weekend whatever you get up to! 💗xxxx

[@bettygadd2333]

Congratulations

[@socarole66]

Thank you so much. Have a great weekend 🧵😊

[@ChristineSewsALot]

I agree. I prefer the Southbank top without the hem band.

[@socarole66]

It really did look better without the band but the funny thing is the dress I altered to be a sweater, I relocated the hem band on that one and it looks fine? It was shorter though. Still, its good to have variety! Have a good weekend xx

[@sewlovelywithgrace]

Carole! Congrats on the 6000 subs. 🥳🎉 I love your N6000 pattern. It's a very vintage Jackie-O look! 😎 WOW!! I'm glad you are wearing your sheen microfiber looking top. It' looks FABULOUS on you. Great fit and color on you along with the jeans. That funfetti top!! SO CUTE!! It doesn't need the band. Looks great. I do like the waffle knit. I actually just bought the identical burgundy waffle knit at Hobby Lobby last week! You did great with the fat quarters. They look perfect for the spring! You can use those trims for ornaments. I've embroidered on the faux leather/marine vinyl. It's amazing how nice embroidery looks on it. I try to sew as good for myself as for others. Currently I'm sewing Annabelle 3 dresses! Yes 3! She wants them for the holidays. And your mini-hats are ADORABLE!!!!! Have a great weekend! 💝💝

[@socarole66]

Hi Grace, thanks so much for your kindness!! You are right about the Jackie O vibes on that dress, if you have that pattern I bet it would really suit you! I am pretty sure I got that fabric from Hobby Lobby actually on my last trip so yes, it must be the same. Can't wait to see what you make from it, it will be amazing whatever as you are so talented. You are making three dresses for Annabelle? How wonderful and I bet you are thoroughly enjoying doing that 👏🏼. That Fat Quarter box has been so successful for me, much better than the dressmaking fabric subscription boxes where I always seemed to end up with a fabric I couldn't use!! Hope you have a good weekend too...now I need to get knitting! xx💗

[@sandrarj6429]

Congrats on 6K! I love your new tops, beautiful colours. I am in a bit of a lull at present as working full-time takes my energy. Hope to get my sew-jo back before summer holidays (I'm in Australia). I'm going to make up some zip bags and personalise them with my Cricut machine. Great as gifts with other things. 😀

[@socarole66]

Thanks so much Sandra. I honestly don't know how you find the time to sew anyway with a full time job? I am guessing you sew in the evenings though which is actually what I do but I'm not tired from a day of working. Personalised zip bags are the best presents aren't they as you can stuff them with all sorts of things. Ahhh Summer days... I suppose at least I had a week of sunshine last week on my holiday, its a long wait for the warmth to return over here! Have a good weekend. 🧵😊

[@annesullivan1171]

😅you cheered me up after watching this vlog. I'm making sweatshirts too. Got some gorgeous sparkly fleece backed navy to make either baloo or mile end. Cosy. Good luck with knitting x❤

[@socarole66]

Sparkly fleece now that sounds amazing! I hadn't heard of the Baloo sweatshirt so I have just looked that up. I like the gathered detailing around the waist and cuffs. I have done the mile end sweater and liked it but it just needs to be a bit longer, it annoys me! I did the tie version. Thanks so much for your comment Anne and yes, the needles are ready to go. 🧵😊

[@petrasouth1133]

That fabric is stunning. When I really love a fabric it can take ages for me to decide what to sew with it. I don’t mind, because I don’t want to regret my choice. Love your make though.

[@socarole66]

Thanks so much for your kind comments! I think because this was a french terry there is a limit to what you can make with it so it narrowed down my choices quite a bit but I know exactly what you mean though. I do have a few 'too nice to sew' pieces in my stash right now! Happy Sewing 🧵😊

[@sandifischer2804]

I’m not surprised you reached 6000 because your channel is great. 😊 I don’t know how you get everything done. 😊

[@socarole66]

Oh thank you so much, I really appreciate it. I sew every evening so I suppose that adds up to quite a few hours! Thanks for watching and have a good weekend 🧵😊

[@KathyinKentuckyUSA]

How in the world do you get so much done! you vacation every week, put out a KZbin and sew so many lovely things!

[@socarole66]

Ha ha, I sew every evening so I suppose that adds up to quite a few hours! The videos as you know do take up a fair bit of time though so that I do during the day. I am just one of these people that can never sit still 😂 Thanks for watching and I know I say it every time but I still miss your channel! 😊

[@SuzySunshine]

Welcome back! I'm sure I am not alone when I say, "I've missed you." I had a giggle when you mentioned your 6 hour cross stitch. Back in January, I finished a Christmas cross stitch that has taken me 36 years to complete. I was going to frame it, but have decided it will be too heavy, so have decided to quilt a frame around it and make a wall hanging. I love your confetti top! I thought it was a jacket with a black zipper at first. Gorgeous! And the Advent hats are so cute! By the way, I remember sewing numerous badges over the years. They are all grown up now. Thank-you for the memories. I hope your ankle heals soon. 🌻 Bernadette

[@socarole66]

Hi Bernadette. Oh my word 36 years??!?😂 Mind you I have a few unfinished ones in my sewing room too. What a wonderful idea to quilt around the cross stitch, that had never even crossed my mind that was possible. I hadn't thought of a zip up jacket for that fabric and yes you are right, when you see it on the mannequin it could be just that! I still have my brownie badges I think somewhere and I am sure I kept my childrens. Such happy memories aren't they. My ankle is raised as I type this and thank you, it is on the mend. Enjoy your weekend 🧵😊

[@ZeldaSews]

Oh I didn't know if that quarters came in boxes too. I thought it was just the yard s for sale in a subscription packet. ❤

[@socarole66]

Hi Zelda, this is a Fat Quarter Subscription box which I have had much more success with than the dressmaking fabric ones! Hope you are well xxx💗

[@BYBabbra]

Hi Carole, wow you have been busy. You top looks great, so bright and colourfull. I really like your little music bag, and the one for someone else is very nice. Shame about that 6000 pattern, it is annoying when they change the pattern number on that envelope. Glad to hear that you had a lovely holiday, hope you ankle gets better quickly, then you can get back to walking. I look forward to seeing how your knitting goes, it is a great idea to make those little hats and them hang them up for little treats. Enjoy your weekend ☺

[@socarole66]

Hi Babbra, can you believe a nice viewer in Canada has offered to send me the pattern cover stating 6000? I will have to swap with her! I have been knitting this evening and wow I was rusty, I may do a couple of crochet ones as well so they all look different. It is a really cute idea isn't it? The ankle is recovering thank you but won't be running for a while I don't think!! Have a good weekend and thanks for watching 🧵😊

[@BYBabbra]

@@socarole66 Hi Carole, that is so nice of the Canadian viewer. Wow doing crochet ones as well, will have to show us how they are once done ☺

[@lizkay4282]

Congratulations on 6000! I have NL 6000 and would be happy to send you the envelope ... when the Canada Post strike ends! I don't know how you manage to do any handwork on the plane. I find it challenging enough just to eat the meals lol. There's never enough elbow room. Have a great weekend, and let me know if you'd like me to send the envelope.

[@socarole66]

Thank you so much for the good wishes. What a lovely offer to send me the envelope, why don't we swap so you aren't without the cover? I didn't know you had a post strike over there in Canada, I hope they sort that out before Christmas. I will put my email address at the bottom of the description box so we can arrange about the envelopes, you are so kind. I did try and make Dorset Buttons on a plane once which requires a 3 metre long thread through a needle, now that was difficult to sew in a small space on a plane 😂. Have a good weekend 🧵😊

[@annettecowburn-sz8cq]

Well done on 6k subscribers Carole. That's very well deserved. You've had a great week crafting and all your makes look great. I'm looking forward to seeing your "I can make that " vlog. BTW you been cleaning your car again?

[@socarole66]

Thanks so much Annette! I did have a fun week with all those different things didn't I. I have had so much fun making the skirt for the I can Sew that video, I can't wait to show you all next week. Oh that did make me laugh about the car and what I should have done is film the video sitting on the bonnet 😂😂. Have a super weekend 🧵😊

[@annsheldrake3554]

I hope your ankle mends soon.

[@DoreenFraser-d5s]

Could you post the pattern for hats?

[@socarole66]

Hi Doreen, thanks for watching. I have listed the website for the Innocent Drinks in my description box (below the video) and they have some patterns for different hats on there. Sadly I didn't take a copy of the magazine patterns for those hats, my Mother still has it but I am guessing they are kind of the same. Hope that helps. 🧵😊