Thank You For Knitting Episode 1: All my many WIPs

Thank You For Knitting Episode 1!
Wherein I take an inventory of my many current WIPs.
I forgot to mention what I'm wearing, which is my Birkin Sweater by Caitlin Hunter: www.ravelry.co...
Projects Discussed in this episode:
1. Black Cat Favorite Socks size L: www.ravelry.co...
2. Black Cat Favorite Socks size M: www.ravelry.co...
3. Myrtil Bear by Cinthia Vallet: www.ravelry.co...
4. Blackened Rainbow Beanie: www.ravelry.co...
5. Maeve Sweater no.3: www.ravelry.co...
6. Inge Sweater by Lene Holme Samsøe: www.ravelry.co...
7. My Handspun Sweater: www.ravelry.co...
8. Felix Cardigan by Amy Christoffers: www.ravelry.co...
9. Shawl Design in Yarnfloozy: www.ravelry.co...
10. Shawl Design in Spincycle: www.ravelry.co...
11. Knus Light by Elsebeth Judith: www.ravelry.co...
12. Alpine Bloom by Caitlin Hunter: www.ravelry.co...
13. Vest Design in Prosper Yarn: www.ravelry.co...
14. Geogradient by Stephen West but way off script: www.ravelry.co...
15. Battenberg Blanket by Sandra Paul: www.ravelry.co...
16. Primrose Sweater by Marie Wallin: www.ravelry.co...
17. My 17th WIP that I forgot to mention: www.ravelry.co...
My Instagram: Instagram www.instagram....
Our shop: loopinewool.co...

[@jannieknits9579]

I enjoyed your podcast very much! I’d love to hear more about your shop; how did you come about to own a yarn shop, what yarns you carry, a tour of the shop. I am also interested in your design process and, lastly; how did you (an American) come to live in New Zealand & what you like about it.

[@blackcatknitco]

THank you! And thanks for all those ideas... I am taking note and I'm sure I can incorporate all those elements into future videos!

[@clairegordon4638]

Really love to hear more about NZ wool and dyers. Great podcast.

[@blackcatknitco]

Thans so much, and I definitely have plans to deliver on that request! 😊

[@vickig4264]

Wow! This is an exciting start to the day. Great podcast, Alanna. That was really interesting to see all your WIPs. You really have a lot of lovely projects going on. I would have to draw a number from a hat for what to work on today. I like to run 2 or 3 at a time, but it would definitely be more if I was in touchable distance of all those lovely yarns. It was also great to see the yarns closeup on video, which gives a much better idea than a photo online, for those of us who don't live in Auckland (or maybe not even New Zealand!) I've only been in the shop twice, since I'm not in Auckland, and I would love to see a shop tour in a future podcast. The pattern with the cable at neckline is really lovely. The bear is really cute. That pattern should probably be designed tail up to head, to keep us going for the cutest part! :)

[@blackcatknitco]

Oh gosh thanks so much for your lovely comment! It is hard to limit my wips when I'm so surrounded by lovely things and insiration.. 😅 I will definitely plan to do some shop tour videos and would be happy to talk more about some yarns and things! Thanks heaps 🥰

[@Kate-t2h]

I was curious about the sweater you are wearing

[@nadineaston2858]

It looks like a Birkin Sweater by Caitlin Hunter 😊

[@mairaurena4488]

I will love to see a tour of your yarn shop and learn about the yarns you carry. Also I will love to know more about your knitting journey and what you were wearing, it’s a beautiful one and I love love the colors on it. Looking forward to seeing you soon 😊

[@nzknitter4039]

Hi Alanna, I am loving your first podcast ❤. What brand and model spinning wheel do you use? I also look forward to seeing your vanilla toe up sock pattern 🥰. Best wishes, Rachel (@GWH)

[@blackcatknitco]

Hi Rachel! Thank you so much ❤ I have an Ashford Kiwi 3, which is pretty affordable compared to other wheels, and I love it! I found it very easy as a beginning learning and I'm still very hapy with mine. Highly recommend!

[@lynleyskelton2325]

Loved watching you, can't wait for more ❤

[@blackcatknitco]

Awww thank you! 💜

[@jo-annefalconer6280]

Wonderful first podcast, so exciting to see our yarns and patterns shown , I would love you to talk about the sweaters you wear in the podcast. 🎉

[@blackcatknitco]

Thank you so much! Yes- I totally forgot to mention what I was wearing! 😅I put a link to my project page, but I will try to remember to talk about what I'm wearing next time 😊

[@kazwahmelbourne9271]

I thought I recognised your beautiful shop right at the very start of this podcast! I visited earlier in the year from Melbourne. What a fabulous podcast, so engaging and informative. Love all your wips, its an eclectic range of knits! I'd love a shop tour and maybe more info on NZ wools. The colours in your shop look so beautiful behind you. Thank you for a great podcast, Im looking forward to your next.

[@blackcatknitco]

Thank you so much! Melbourne seems like a great place to live. I will definitely do a shop tour at some point, and will talk more about fabulous NZ wools! Cheers 😊

[@stephaniewilliams8687]

This is a great debut vlog. I’m looking forward to seeing more of your episodes. You have beautiful knits and colors.

[@blackcatknitco]

Thank you so much for the support and encouragement! 🥰

[@stephaniewilliams8687]

I would love a shop tour and see more of your designs.

[@old_grey_wolf]

I second this

[@blackcatknitco]

Thanks for the encouragement, I will definitely plan on delivering both of those things! 🥰

[@blackcatknitco]

@@old_grey_wolf ♥

[@SusanJane-it8hi]

Thoroughly enjoyed your first podcast Alanna, and you are a natural talking to the camera. It's really good hearing about NZ yarn as well. I see you have written about what you are wearing. It looks wonderful on you, and I think you suit the stronger colors.

[@blackcatknitco]

Thank you so much! Yes, I totally forgot to mention what I was wearing... 😅 It's one of my favorite knits!

[@sharonpeddie]

Wow.. so inspirational What a lovely lady you are. Look 4wd to your next podcast.

[@blackcatknitco]

Oh you're too sweet, thank you so much! ☺

[@bevdoust9812]

That was lovely, Alanna. I can not believe it has been 5 years. I enjoyed your podcast. I think inspiration comes from seeing the WIPs and your progress. Congrats on 5 years and your first podcast🎉

[@blackcatknitco]

Thanks so much Bev! I kind of can't believe it either ... time flies! 🤗

[@theresemckinley7545]

This is fabulous! You're a natural. Your new Maeve design is wonderful. Yay you!

[@blackcatknitco]

Thank you so much Therese! I appreciate it! 😊

[@sageandtime2389]

Loved your podcast thanks, for sharing your gorgeous wips!

[@blackcatknitco]

Thanks heaps! 👋😊

[@traceybeale1761]

Thanks I really enjoyed your video 😊

[@blackcatknitco]

Thank you so much! 🥰

[@trishwilliams1024]

Thanks Alanna. I loved your first podcast

[@blackcatknitco]

Thank you so much Trish!

[@alexl5847]

🥹🥹🥹 Miss listening to you talk about knitting

[@alexl5847]

By the way, the background looks awesome

[@blackcatknitco]

Miss you too! ❤Come visit and be a special guest 😉

[@blackcatknitco]

@@alexl5847 You helped create that mohair wall! 🙌🥰

[@dianeazzopardi6269]

I really enjoyed your podcast. Looking forward to your next one.

[@blackcatknitco]

Thank you so much!

[@rachelfrench1127]

Yay so pleased you have decided to do a podcast. Loved seeing your extensive WIP collection. Next time, at the start, could you please let us know what knitting you are wearing as I do love that sweater. It could also be nice for you to highlight yarn or other items in your shop and maybe do a short review?? I do like hearing about the yarn you are using. I can't wait to watch the next episode. Also I love the little sped up filming of the shop. Maybe you could interiveiw some of the NZ yarn dyers that you have mentioned?? I'd totally love that. Take care.

[@blackcatknitco]

Hi Rachel! Thanks so much. Yes- I completely forgot to talk about my sweater! It's my Birkin by Caitlint Hunter in Brooklyn Tweed Loft. I'll try to mention it in the future, as well as what I'm wearing in future videos. Also yes to everything you're suggesting! I definitely have plans to interview some of my dyer friends, talk more about shop stuff, etc. I don't want to get too "salesy" about the shop since that's not what this podcast is about, but I do think it's a really good way to highlight the beautiful yarns we are offering. Thanks for watching and for the encouragement! 🥰

[@RoseVuokko]

Great podcast! A shop tour would be fun! I’d also like to see the outside of the shop and the neighborhood the shop is in ❤ I love to have the whole picture 😊

[@lindacornelius3451]

I am so glad you came up for me. I am I’ve made a tank top and I’m on my second parasol because I wanted to get socks down this year. That was my goal and goal oriented. I’ve been Crochet since I was 969 and started Knitting last year and got the tank top done and now the socks for this year, I’m I’m slow compared but I do work so I give myself space it’s OK. I watch a lot of KZbin podcasts and learn a lot. I am learning a lot from you which is absolutely wonderful. I just want to say thank you

[@blackcatknitco]

Thank you so much and thanks for watching! Keep up the crafting! 🥰

[@mrsmcisaac]

Hey Alanna, 👋great to see you on KZbin and totally enjoyed every minute of your podcast!! Great to have someone in touch (literally) with all our local yarns 😎 I will be inline to make your socks when the pattern comes out for sure (or if you need test knitters) The problem of baggy around the calf if your to get it over the ankle is real, I've about given up. Your Birkin is beautiful and suits you so well, I've been holding off casting on until I finish your Ombeline Sweater 😆

[@blackcatknitco]

Oh my gosh I can't wait to see your Ombeline!! And thank you so much for your encouragement. I will definitely be wanting lots of testers for my sock pattern when it's ready to go- I'll try to maybe announce it on a video so then you'll know. 🌹

[@bronnieo3258]

Hello 👋 from Australia 🇦🇺 your channel just came up in my feed. Do you have that recycled yarn on your shop website? Thanks for a great channel. 😊

[@blackcatknitco]

Hi right back to AU! 👋 Yes, we still have some left in the shop. I'll try to link to it here: loopinewool.co.nz/products/brushtale-upcycled-possum-merino-yarn-8ply-copy We also have another upcycled possum/merino option that's super lovely: loopinewool.co.nz/collections/vendors?q=Brushtale+Yarns

[@sjorchatodman34]

Thoroughly enjoyable first podcast. Loved all the wips, even though the I thought the 'yellow' one looked lovely, but the colour on my screen made it look a golden brown. Looking forward to future podcasts. A new fan from Australia

[@blackcatknitco]

Thank you so much! You're right, it is definitely leaning golden brown... I keep hesitating to rip it out so maybe I will still finish it in the end! 😃

[@shirleyflavell5705]

Hello Alanna, great video, thank you. I enjoyed it. Love to see patterns with yarn that could be used for that pattern from your shop, whether it be for garments, accessories, cushions, blankets. Perhaps look at some Ravelry patterns, show pictures. You presented so well. I look forward to your next podcast.

[@blackcatknitco]

Thank you so much! That's a great idea, I'm sure I'll be able to do something like that in the future 😊

[@clp1]

Great podcast buddy! ...I like the backdrop you went with 🙂

[@blackcatknitco]

Couldn't of done it without you bugs! ♥♥♥

[@amandaallen8945]

I thought the yellow was pretty on you.

[@blackcatknitco]

Thank you! A few people have said that... and I want it to be true. Maybe I'll keep knitting that one after all!

[@bertiebloobell3285]

Hi 👋🏻 I’m intrigued to know if your sister has finished the Marie Wallin knit? It’s so beautiful but definitely a labour of love! All those ends!!! 😮

[@blackcatknitco]

Hi! Great question haha, she procrastinated a lot just like me, but she just messaged me recently and is making progress. Hopefully her newfound motivation will help motivate me too! 😅

[@bertiebloobell3285]

@@blackcatknitco 🤞🏻😉

[@karenbyrne8205]

Your first podcast was great. Good luck!!!!

[@Tjmustknit]

Nice first podcast Alana! 🎉

[@blackcatknitco]

THank you so much! 🥰

[@strawberrypatches8742]

Hi Alanna! Welcome to the podcasting world! Wow you've done such a fantastic job with your first video (it's not fair, you know, most of us had pretty amateur first videos :))) But you look like a pro. Well done! I loved seeing all your wips. I also have been admiring the sweater that you're wearing and it looks stunning with the wonderful colours that you've chosen - they look so fresh on you! I hope you will also show us some of your previous FOs - I'm sure there are some that you're most proud of? Also it would be so amazing to see like a special episode focusing on all the patterns that you've designed. It'll be very interesting to see them all! Congratulations, my friend! You're a real star. Marina

[@blackcatknitco]

Hi my friend! You're too kind- you should have seen how many false starts and redo's I had before finally posting this 😅 That's such a good idea, to show my favourite knits from the past, and I could also definitely talk about my designs. It's nice to be in good company with my fellow NZ knitting podcasters! 😉❤

[@nancykeating6514]

Great first podcast! Thank you Alanna!

[@blackcatknitco]

Thank you so much!

[@knitspired]

Yes-a shop tour would be great!

[@pamroebuck4764]

Hi. Lovely first podcast and what an amazing wall of colour behind you 😊. Sadly I'm in the UK otherwise I'd been in your shop 😊. Love your jumper design.

[@blackcatknitco]

Aw thanks so much! I bet you have lots of lovely yarn shops there in the UK as well!

[@bellaknitta]

I LOVED your podcast! I'm from New York and it was such a treat to see and hear about NZ yarns, especially the possum blends. And your first sweater pattern you shared was gorgeous. There's just too much good stuff to list, so I'll just say good luck and can't wait to see more. 🥰🧶 Susan

[@blackcatknitco]

Hi Susan, thank you so much! I grew up from age 12 to 21 in New York, so hello to my previous home 👋 I really appreciate your lovely encouragement! 🥰

[@julieduke7279]

you have kept me company today while I sit and spin my homegrown 28micron, chocolate brown, border Leicester wool. I just love your spinning! And that wall of colour behind you is spectacular. Thankyou so much for your podcast today-new subscriber.

[@blackcatknitco]

Wow thanks so much! I will hopefully show some more of my handpsun in my next video. The fibre you're spinning sounds totally lovely! I can never resist a good chocolate brown 😊

[@catrionahaston1420]

This was a lovely podcast, and so many glorious yarns. Such a lot of WIPs! I tend to be more of a monogamous knitter or I suspect I'd become a complete dilettante wouldn't finish anything at all. I honestly thought your unfinished T was lovely against your skin and it's nice to have a lighter colour for the summer. Most of your other sweaters seem to borrow from a darker palette, so maybe it's just the contrast you're not sure of? Anyway, looking forward to the next podcast!

[@blackcatknitco]

Thank you so much! You're definitely right that my comfortable spot is darker colours... but lighter for summer does sound nice and I am trying to branch out! We'll see, I may just keep knitting that one after all 😊

[@LynTrapnell]

Hello from Melbourne, loved your content. I've made Sommerknus by Elspeth Judith and also found the neckline too wide, I added some rib rows and it is perfect. I'm really interested in buying the Tussah Tweed silk from you would you say it's a really soft yarn? It looks rustic in the photos. I'm thinking a summer rununculus. As an Aussie knitter I find it frustrating not being able to easily access the yarns that overseas designers recommend so I'd love to see more recommendations for the yarns that you stock. 🤩

[@blackcatknitco]

Hi! I love Melbourne! I really like the Tussah Tweed- it's pure "raw" silk, so it is definitely not silky soft if that makes sense, but since it's a plant fibre it's also not at all itchy in any way. It's definitely strong and could maybe be described as course, but I find it very comfortable next to skin, and it softens more with washing as well. I don't know if you've used Knitting For Olive Pure Silk before, but it's kind of similar to that. I hope that helps! Also- I can relate. I used to always watch podcasts overseas and feel fomo about their yarns, but after trying lots of them I realized we have great stuff down here too! I will aim to highlight that as much as I can 😊

[@claireknitsnyc]

Really enjoyed your video Alanna. Will be fun to see your progress with all your WIPs. I think the alpine bloom sweater suits you. I vote you stay with it. Would love to hear your story of how you landed in New Zealand.

[@blackcatknitco]

Thanks so much! Great idea, I can definitely talk more about that. A few people have said that about my Alpine Bloom and I'm kind of leaning toward keeping it myself... We'll see! 😊

[@jennymarshall7939]

Great video! I really enjoyed it 😊 The 'wool wall' background is a beautiful backdrop!

[@blackcatknitco]

Thanks so much! Hard to go wrong with a rainbow of mohair wall ❤

[@suekilgour5360]

Awesome podcast, I would of thought you had been doing it for ages! You’re a real natural on screen. Look forward to the next one.

[@blackcatknitco]

Thanks so much Sue!

[@lizalbolino4000]

Your shop looks amazing!! Great podcast! Thank you ❤😊

[@blackcatknitco]

Aw thank you so much!

[@tinalindop-vf7xp]

Great podcast I loved the jumper you were wearing 😊

[@blackcatknitco]

THanks so much! Birkin by Caitlin Hunter 😊

[@crochetingaroundnewzealand]

Over 5k views!!! Awesome! Great to see another kiwi on KZbin ❤

[@sandrabell7699]

Enjoyed your podcast ❤ Looking forward to the next one. Love seeing the different blends of wool from your part of the world. Also love your colour choices in the different projects.

[@caitlincasey2455]

Wonderful podcast Alanna! Looking forward to many more to come :)

[@jennymiles4426]

Great podcast - love the way you put colours together. I’m Australian and have bought Spincycle from you before, as well as other NZ yarns like Union Fibre whose aesthetic and yarn I love, also Wild Earth are great. Living in the bush most of my yarn I buy online and it’s sometimes a bit hit and miss. I’d love you to show us more lovely NZ yarns , also Spincycle of course maybe when you get a new batch in. Also more Prosper and Yarn Floozy, and Outlaw Yarn if you stock it. But also love to see what you’re working on. I get your newsletter and love to keep in touch with what Loopine is up to. Oh dear I can see a lot more spending on postage in the future 🙄

[@sewwebbofyarn9602]

Absolutely gorgeous sweaters! Did you say anything about what you are wearing or did I miss it? Really enjoyed your first podcast! Thanks for sharing! Shawna

[@ursulamanwiller5630]

A wonderful podcast. I like your sweater pattern.

[@celineocallaghan6915]

Absolutely loved it Alanna, would love to see what is in your shop. I’m in Australia so very excited to see what you have in your podcast going forward too. Thankyou so much ❤

[@melpratt786]

Hi Alan nah Wow so many beautiful projects on the go..hopefully you keep going with the Alpine bloom too..all very beautiful knits..❤🎉❤

[@yvonnealach6689]

Really enjoyed your chat and seeing your works in progress, plus pattern inspiration. I'd love a virtual shop tour, and to see yarns up close and info about new stock. I like to know composition, ply, meterage, gauge etc.. Loved it, thanks

[@Helen_Amt]

Yeey! I thought I recognize the spot you were filming from, and yes, that's THE shop I've been personally too! :) Please share more of new yarns, NZ wool, living in NZ, picking yarn for different projects (i.e. for a spring weather: what type of yarn would you choose for a top? ) Lovely to see the face behind the business, and so glad you decided to film for us :)

[@samanthareynolds5669]

You can definitely wear that yellow sweater - it makes your skin look wonderfully golden! I'd say continue, don't frog it. :)

[@sarah-jn5of]

Hi Alana, loved your podcast. So many wool choices, decicisons decicions! Congratulations on your five years in business. I came to your first shop when it was down the road a little way. I love your current location. unfortunately haven't been able to come for a while and do miss it. Please keep the podcast up, you are a natural.

[@rosemaryc9093]

I’m loving the sweater pattern with the cable design yoke!!

[@rosemaryc9093]

Thanks for this first podcast! I’m not a lover of sock knitting, but I’ll look forward to your sock pattern. My preferred method is toe up.

[@ravenbelote1801]

You have a lovely shop. Thank you for sharing your wips. You’ve done beautiful work on all of them, and have inspired me to try some knitted animals. They’re super cute…😊✨

[@JodiYeager]

I would like to see all the things. Shop tour, yarn review, pattern making, favorite finished projects all of them!

[@rsbeaddesign2432]

Hello from Houston, TX. Thanks for sharing all your WIPs. I also go through phases where I cast on lots of projects and then I have a season where I finish all the projects. I love the colors on your Birkin. I’ve wanted to make that for years but can never decide on colors. You mentioned family in the U.S. and I’m wondering how you ended up in NZ? How did you come to own a yarn shop? Your shop is lovely. I loved seeing all the beautiful yarn behind you. Can’t wait to see your next podcast. Rachel S.

[@AnnemarieTome]

Loved your podcast! That Primrose... beautiful! Id like to hear a a little more about you and your lovely shop. Greetings from South Africa

[@nle4865]

Hi! A lovely podcast to start the day. I would love to hear more about you -- how you came to knitting, how you ended up in NZ and how you ended up running a yarn store. I may never make it to NZ at this point in my life but I would also enjoy learning more about it. Thank you

[@rhondacutler3831]

Greetings from Sydney. I'm another American expat. I enjoyed your podcast greatly. I especially enjoyed learning about all the local NZ yarns you used/carry. I've ordered Spincycle from you several times, including your shop colour but didn't know about your other wonderful yarns. In the future, I would include the following 1) a bit about the jumper you're wearing (this one was gorgeous), 2) a tour of the shop, 3) some background on yourself, ie how you ended up in NZ and also ended up owning a yarn store. I'm hoping my husband and I get to visit NZ again some time in the near future. Your shop will be a first on my next visit.

[@dianaeussen8799]

Hi, Alanna. First of all, I would like to apologize because English is not my native language. You have some beautiful WIPs and I'm curious to see them when they're finished. I would like to see more videos from you. You asked for inspiration for your videos. I would like to see something about your shop, where you buy your yarn, the local sheep farms, the local dyers etc. I would also be interested in tips on how to customize an existing pattern to my linking, or when I want to use a different yarn that gives a different guage. And how to make a (simple) pattern yourself.

[@jessicaworek2994]

Great podcast! I loved seeing your different projects and look forward to seeing and working your finished patterns. I will say as an American it’s a little strange hearing about opossum yarn even though I know your opossums and our opossums are two very different creatures.

[@lynnewillette2654]

Yes, make Alpine Bloom in a different colour. I have some Remu for a pair of gloves and some Tussah Tweed for a Ranunculus. Considering you’re running a yarn store, I’m impressed by what a prolific knitter you are. But please don’t frog any WIPS unless you don’t like something (like the Alpine Bloom). Interesting podcast. I’d like a shop tour, yes please.

[@carolturnerrd]

Great first podcast! You are a natural. Looking forward to exploring your patterns - so very interesting. Love your shop ❤ and would love to hear more about NZ wool

[@Stitcher_in_MD]

Love the bear and your sweater. Thank you for a delightful video. I’m looking forward to seeing more episodes!

[@jennyrandle5891]

Great first podcast Alana :) . What was the jumper you were wearing - it's beautiful. A shop tour would be great as I very rarely come to Auckland. Looking forward to your next episode.

[@lgm204]

Hello from the Chicago area in the US. Congratulations on a wonderful first podcast! Your Birkin sweater is gorgeous. I bought the pattern today and I am very curious about your colours. Excited to see more of your knits and your lovely shop.

[@dawndobbins9398]

Really enjoyed your first podcast. Would love to hear about your shop.

[@elianaalfonso7703]

That was a lovely episode! I’d be really interested in hearing about the yarns you stock, in particular interesting NZ yarns, or specialty hard to find yarns.

[@117giltspur]

You bears are so cute. The faces have a friendly looking personality. Great Christmas gift idea to make for little children--or adults!

[@jeanathey767]

Hi Alana, glad to see you've decided to podcast. I visited your beautiful shop in March when my husband, myself, and another couple cruised New Zealand and Australia. I was intent on purchasing a possum blend yarn and treated myself to 4 skeins. Haven't knit the fingerless mitt/hat project yet, but if anyone wants possum yarn, your shop is the go-to! Loved New Zealand, wonderfully friendly people.

[@susancutt5726]

What a lovely surprise to find a new podcast! I enjoyed your sip parade. I too gave a lot of wips. You are a beautiful knitter. It would be lovely to hear more about you and your shop! Looking forward to it! Hello from Canada!! 🇨🇦

[@jacquelineeastridge420]

Hello and thank you for finding time in your busy schedule to start this knitting podcast. Your knits clearly show how passionate you are about this craft and I for one have enjoyed seeing your WIPS. With regard to the Alpine Bloom, perhaps frogging it and restarting it with the rose color would be more too your liking as that is a warm color and would compliment your skin color. Then continue on with the pale yellow color. The two colors are beautiful together. Just a thought. Enjoy your knitting and until next time. Cheers.

[@JackieMurrill-m9m]

Hi , I’m from Sydney and love to find podcasts from the southern hemisphere so we’re knitting for the same season. Loved your first episode and look forward to more. My knitting aim is to be proficient enough to do a Marie Wallin pattern so I’m envious of your skill. Where is your shop in NZ ?

[@paulabrown382]

Lovely natural podcast, nice and relaxing. Would love to see around your shop. Lots of beautiful yarn.

[@alaneb6601]

Excited to have a new podcast. How did you end up in NZ? Looking forward to seeing FOs and getting insight into all the patterns you have knit, your designs or other designers. Thanks!

[@lovemylife411]

As a New Zealander, I’m so glad to see a New Zealand podcast, and it a great one too. You are knitting in the same season as me, so that’s a bonus. Lots of podcasters are overseas going into Autumn so I see their winter projects. Keep up the good work! I have been to your wonderful shop too, so fantastic, I want to grab all those yarns behind you, and go into a knitting frenzy 😅

[@helenstrickland3894]

Loved your podcast, lots of info given. Please don’t frog your second tee, in the yellowing yarn. Yellow can be hard to put near your face, but I don’t think that yarn is too yellow for you. The colour combinations with the second yarn are beautiful. Would like to see some of your past projects eg favourite knits or most wearable sweater etc.

[@farahtabibi3515]

Oh gosh! I am impressed!! You are a talented gorgeous lady!! Good luck to you with your business, I would like to hear about how you decided to start this business and more.

[@irenelo2405]

Hi Alanna loved your 1st podcast and all the beautiful wool behind you. Listening to you from Melbourne too. Also just subscribed.

[@NitaSchmidt]

I loved your first podcast! I visited your store about 18 months ago and you were so helpful with picking out yarn for my Shiftigan cardigan. It’s still a WIP but I’m making headway and feel inspired to see that you also have several WIPs. You calmed my soul today!

[@juditough8320]

I really enjoyed your first podcast & kinda bizarre, but I am wearing a pair of Opal socks in the “Save the Seas” colorway today!

[@suzannebaker5535]

Loved your first episode. I’ve knit the Primrose by Marie Wallin. I had to make a few adjustments to the pattern as the body was far too short and the yoke far too large. I also added short rows at the back neck. I absolutely love the finished sweater, it’s one of my favourites. I can understand how once it’s put down it’s hard to pick up again as it’s a lot of ends and work. I think it was the cost of the kit that kept me going! Also love the sweater you’re wearing, what’s the name of the pattern?

[@janet_Luv2_Knit]

Wonderful first podcast. Looking forward to your sock pattern as I struggle to get mine to fit perfectly. Would love to watch a shop tour. How did you end up in NZ.

[@sharonjensen2919]

Gorgeaous shop loved your first podcast....

[@chrisemina260]

Gorgeous first podcast episode, Alanna! Look forward to the next one! Yarn & pattern pairing recommendations are always fun, in terms of content suggestions.

[@maryschluetermeyer4743]

Wonderful first podcast! Look forward to many more! Your store is beautiful!

[@lois-marietodd1502]

Thanks for your podcast am watching from Southland NZ

[@cherylcameron9972]

Frog or finish by the end of December……love this, going to adopt your idea, - and your shop looks so inviting, it I weren’t all the way in Canada……

[@jeanettewochner]

Thank you so much for a wonderful podcast. That beautiful blouse you are wearing. Can you tell us a bit about the fit of it. Here in Denmark, there has been some talk that it doesn't fit so well at the top of the blouse. How does yours fit and is there anything you can do to make it fit better? Your blouse is so stunningly beautiful. Kind regards from Denmark

[@maudonink7592]

Hi ! I made the Marie Wallin sweater and I love it ..I also get a lot of complement...so get it done, you will be satisfied.😉😇

[@MikiCrespo]

Great start. Amazing knitting projects 🍁🌰🍂🦋 a shop tour will be lovely.

[@edieswartz816]

Wonderful podcast…so happy KZbin put your channel in my feed! I love your new sweater design, will definitely be on the lookout for it.

[@daniellehanekamp7721]

Great first podcast, well done! Thanks so much for sharing, happy knitting and take care. XXD

[@jac3271]

What a wonderful first video with so many WIPs! I visit New Zealand every year or so and will definitely visit your wool store.