I love the shorts and shirt together on you! They look like a smart playsuit! I think it's the details, like you said about the different direction of stripes, but also the rolled up sleeves, the proper collar, and even the waist details of the shorts. Very lovely and wearable! I like your other two wearing options as well. I think they look like perfect beach shorts! As always, your knitting is amazing! I like how well you explain and describe everything, knitting and sewing!
@madebycathcraft5 ай бұрын
Thanks so much Tammy! I really like the shorts and shirt together too, hoping we’ll get some warmer weather here in the not too distant future so I can try wearing them out together 😊
@sew_So_beautiful5 ай бұрын
Your hot pink sweater is going to be gorgeous when it is done! I love it.
@madebycathcraft5 ай бұрын
Thank you very much! 😊 I’m really loving how it’s shaping up too 😊
@LyndaCormack-l3x5 ай бұрын
Love the shirt and shorts together. You have enthused me to pick up the knitting needles again, with your lovely pullover.
@madebycathcraft5 ай бұрын
Thank you very much 😊 I’m so glad I’ve enthused you to pick up your knitting needles again, happy knitting!
@isobelmaccuish43245 ай бұрын
Lovely makes Cath….love the hot pink sweater. …..the neckband is so neat and looks so professional!! 😊
@madebycathcraft5 ай бұрын
Thank you so much Isobel 😊
@nickymercer43985 ай бұрын
Hi Cath, I think the shirt and shorts combo look great, and your jumper is coming on a treat, also looking forward to seeing your memadeMay, have a lovely weekend 🥰
@madebycathcraft5 ай бұрын
Thank you so much 😊❤️ I hope you’ve had a lovely weekend too
@chlomo26185 ай бұрын
Yep, I love the Olya and shorts together! I agree that the extra details of the shirt elevate it so that it doesn't look like a pyjama top. That's my favourite of the looks you styled, but the others looked good too, just more casual. The shorts would also be great worn with a plain white or a Chambray button-up shirt - I knew they'd be really versatile. Would look gorgeous with tan coloured shoes and bag too.
@madebycathcraft5 ай бұрын
Thank you very much! Oh yes I like the sound of those shirt options to style with the shorts too thank you! 😊
@laurihuhn47275 ай бұрын
Your pink sweater will be awesome. I don't knit so I love to see your knitting projects. The shorts look great withh the options you showed. Enjoy your makes. Thank you.
@madebycathcraft5 ай бұрын
I’m so glad to know you enjoy seeing my knitting projects. Thank you, I’m really enjoying the pink sweater 😊
@clairerosey99215 ай бұрын
Hi, I’m not sure how you feel about this idea but it’s something I was told about once in a slimming group that I think applies to anyone wanting to really think about how they really look in their clothes and not get hung up on things that used to put you off wearing something. Basically take each of your garments out of the wardrobe (at your own pace) and style them with other items from your wardrobe. So take out a pair of trousers eg, and try them on with 3 or 4 other things and take a pic of each outfit. Open a new album on your phone/computer and open a file for each garment you start off with. Over time you build up a look book. So when you feel that nothing looks right or you have nothing to wear you can go and look at how you actually look and it stops your mind writing things off. You can add the each file as you add in new clothes, layers accessories etc and keep it for a permanent reference. If it’s on your phone it means that when you are out and about and think… Oh I love that fabric you can check that it will match several garments and if you have stash hub you could even see if you already have a great pattern to use for it too. To do your whole wardrobe would take a time but if you start with spring think how many vlog segments you could get out of it! Even a few collabs maybe by suggesting a theme. Who doesn’t like playing ‘dressing up’???
@madebycathcraft5 ай бұрын
Thank you very much, that’s a fab idea! 😊
@Aberto5 ай бұрын
The short set in stripes looks very cute and summery. Wear them together and enjoy
@madebycathcraft5 ай бұрын
Thank you very much 😊
@cynthiamyers42655 ай бұрын
I like all the shorts outfits. And I'm looking forward to your MeMadeMay videos. I do love the videos where you show your daily outfits.
@madebycathcraft5 ай бұрын
Thank you very much! I’m so glad you enjoy that type of video, that’s really good to know, I enjoy filming them too😊
@annsheldrake35545 ай бұрын
Your jumper is absolutely gorgeous.
@madebycathcraft5 ай бұрын
Thank you so much 😊
@nancyhilborn8855 ай бұрын
Super cute shorts set. The shirt could also be worn open over a vest top or bikini if a breeze comes up at the beach. The sweater is working up beautifully. Nice to try new techniques to see how the effect differs between patterns. You are making great progress. I look forward to seeing your decision-making on the wardrobe pieces you are on the fence about keeping. MeMadeMay is a great catalyst for examining our closets with a critical eye. My closet desperately needs a good culling.
@madebycathcraft5 ай бұрын
Thank you very much! Yes MeMadeMay is a great chance to step back and reflect on how our handmade wardrobes are working for us isn’t it! I’m glad you’d be interested to see my memademay videos.
@patticlark93215 ай бұрын
I really like the faux jumpsuit look and I love the sweatshirt dress! It looks so cozy and snuggly. Have a great day❣️
@madebycathcraft5 ай бұрын
Thank you very much! Hope you’ve had a good weekend 😊❤️
@patriciahobson63205 ай бұрын
Hello Cath. The shorts look great with three outfits I'm sure you will get lots of use from them. The jumper you are knitting is fabulous the neck line is perfect , in fact you have inspired me to get my knitting out this week. I've knit the back of a summer short sleeve jumper in blue vintage cotton whilst watching the snooker. So a big thank you for the inspiration 😘 the dress you are wearing is so pretty too. I look forward to your video each week and hope to join in MemadeMay. Have a good weekend x
@india14225 ай бұрын
Look up inserting a life line in your knitting. You put one in every X rows. You note which row of the pattern it is. If you make a mistake you simply take the knitting of the needles, frog to the lifeline. This length of yarn runs through all of the stitches, just like a knitting onesie. You simply pick up the stitches and start the next row of the pattern. Don't every use a hairy yarn for a life line! Use something smooth. I've been knitting since I was 4 (54 years) and I often use lifelines
@madebycathcraft5 ай бұрын
Thanks so much Patricia, I’m really enjoying knitting the jumper. I’m happy to have inspired you to get your knitting back out! 🤗 Hope you’re having a good weekend too x
@madebycathcraft5 ай бұрын
Thank you very much, a knitting lifeline sounds like a great idea!
@maryellenoneill90615 ай бұрын
Love your shorts & shirt combo 🤩. I have a similar color striped fabric but in a viscose/rayon fiber which is much drapier….thought of making a similar style oversized ( but not too oversized) shirt. Your jumper/sweater is absolutely stunning. I’m always very impressed with your knitting and crochet skills- your tension is so consistent and your items are beautiful. Looking forward to memademay videos. Happy sewing, knitting, etc…
@madebycathcraft5 ай бұрын
Thank you so much! A stripy viscose would be so nice for a slightly oversized shirt too! I’m so glad you’d like to see my memademay videos! 😊
@paularoberts21295 ай бұрын
Hi Cath Love the way you styled the shorts it works out well in any combination you choose The sweater is coming along perfectly I love it But you know me I love knitting Have a great weekend and l look forward to me made May xx❤️❤️❤️❤️
@madebycathcraft5 ай бұрын
Thanks so much Paula, glad your sweater is coming along really well 😊 Hope you have a great bank holiday weekend too xx ❤️❤️❤️❤️
@paularoberts21295 ай бұрын
❤️❤️❤️❤️
@jennyturner63995 ай бұрын
Thanks for sharing Cath, I love your shorts set and the sweater will be beautiful when you’re finished. 💙🧶🌈🍓
@madebycathcraft5 ай бұрын
Thank you so much Jenny 🥰💙
@pamgains77205 ай бұрын
Hi Cath, I think your matching striped outfit is great. All the shorts options work very well. The knitted jumper is going to look so pretty when finished.
@madebycathcraft5 ай бұрын
Thank you very much 😊
@skoop08085 ай бұрын
Your Stella Hoodie dress looks very cozy! I love the ways you styled the shorts. Pairing it with the blouse looks great! It will be a very useful summer piece. Your sweater is beautiful I can't wait to see it finished. Looking forward to Me-Made May.
@madebycathcraft5 ай бұрын
Thank you so much! My first memademay instalment is out now 😊
@bridgetwhite55475 ай бұрын
Great video Cath . The shorts look great each way. Love your knitting. Looking forward to memademay .😊 Thank you
@madebycathcraft5 ай бұрын
Thanks so much 😊
@Handbagqueen235 ай бұрын
I love the faux jump suit Cath all your makes are lovely
@madebycathcraft5 ай бұрын
Thank you so much 😊
@terrilee68495 ай бұрын
I love the shorts and thought they looked great each way you styled them, especially the faux romper.
@madebycathcraft5 ай бұрын
Thank you very much 😊
@janthurgood18035 ай бұрын
Love the hoody dress. 👏👏👏
@madebycathcraft5 ай бұрын
Thank you very much! 😊😊
@bittersweet3-5 ай бұрын
Hello. the shorts have a crisp, classy look. The are also great pair of beach shorts + the top stands up 2 the stripes. Thx 4 showing us. Ciao
@bittersweet3-5 ай бұрын
Short, shirt combo, whoops left that out.
@madebycathcraft5 ай бұрын
Thank you very much 😊
@shannon61835 ай бұрын
Love the faux playsuit!
@madebycathcraft5 ай бұрын
Thank you very much!
@candice65685 ай бұрын
The faux jumpsuit looks fab!
@madebycathcraft5 ай бұрын
Thank you very much!
@jillypops34635 ай бұрын
What a beautiful job on your jumper neckline!
@madebycathcraft5 ай бұрын
Thank you very much! 😊 I’m glad it turned out ok as it did take quite a while to pick up the stitches evenly!
@carolreece99505 ай бұрын
I love your sweater Cath, so pretty, gorgeous colour too
@madebycathcraft5 ай бұрын
Thank you so much Carol 😊
@chlomo26185 ай бұрын
Looking forward to some Me Made May videos from you. 🤗
@madebycathcraft5 ай бұрын
Brilliant thank you 😊❤️
@ruthiefranciskirk14495 ай бұрын
I love everything you made...
@madebycathcraft5 ай бұрын
Thank you so much 😊
@JulieBarns-s5i5 ай бұрын
I love the stripey combo.
@madebycathcraft5 ай бұрын
Thank you very much 😊
@lovesredsews5 ай бұрын
I love the shorts & shirt combo, looks very stylish 😊
@madebycathcraft5 ай бұрын
Thank you very much 😊
@eileenroth98685 ай бұрын
Lovely makes1!❤
@madebycathcraft5 ай бұрын
Thank you very much ❤️
@cynthiamann61415 ай бұрын
you are so creative😺🌺
@madebycathcraft5 ай бұрын
Thank you so much 😊
@maureencullen10085 ай бұрын
Love your shorts to wear out.All the options look great but the one that I love is the blouse and shorts together as a playsuit. Your jumper is going to look fab when finished.What method do you use to join the shoulders?
@madebycathcraft5 ай бұрын
Thank you very much! 😊 I use horizontal invisible seaming to join the shoulders
@nataliestanchevski46285 ай бұрын
💜
@madebycathcraft5 ай бұрын
😊❤️
@sharonjennings44175 ай бұрын
I would love to see memademay vlogs by you. Also, your shorts should definitely be worn out and about! When wearing the striped top with them, the gathered waistband (shows as thinner stripes) also makes a great accent!
@madebycathcraft5 ай бұрын
Thank you very much! I like how the gathered stripes at the waistband provide an accent too 😊 Fab I’m so glad you’d like to see memademay videos 😊