What I’ve been knitting this fall - Amy Sweater, Eun Sweater, Stella Quilt Cushion, Conwy Slipover

[@LynnieHarkness]

I agree with the other writers: I appreciate your content whenever you are able to produce a podcast. I love that you are real and honest with your audience. The knitting community in general is very relatable! Keep up the great work!

[@highfiberknits]

Thank you, Lynnie!!

[@robyn.ouimet]

I've missed your frequent content but I fully support you making a smart choice for you. I will celebrate every new episode that comes out, whenever you share it, and I'm that much more appreciative. Take care and stay focused on your "why."

[@Linuxike]

Slow fashion, slow living, slow posting, slow (and meaningful) everything ☀️

[@leighhuggins5030]

Aw, Emily! I'm so grateful that you are caring for your self. I completely understand that it challenging to translate a passionate hobby into a business, and please keep protecting your joy and inspiration. Less frequent posting is absolutely fine with me and I'm here no matter how often you show up

[@highfiberknits]

Thank you Leigh!

[@forgiven212]

Perfectly said! ❤

[@lehcarga]

So glad to hear from you! Love how romantic and elegant your color choices are. Can't wait to see what you make next

[@krautkopf65]

I’m glad you got to take a break. Love your sweater. And the yarn choice. I’ll have to give it a try too.

[@highfiberknits]

Thank you! It’s definitely worth the knit!

[@rebecca-72]

Nice to see you again! No pressure on videos or content. I’m just happy to see you when you show up!

[@highfiberknits]

Thank you, Rebecca!!

[@patriciahall8733]

Welcome back, enjoy your podcast 👏🏻

[@amwknits]

Ahh, so nice to have you back! All of your reasoning was super valid, and I've definitely felt the same when it comes to posting knits on Instagram. Happy to have you whenever you feel up for it! I'm also planning a Lumme sweater for this winter, and it'll be my first colourwork project. I definitely went the more traditional route (red MC and white CC), but I'm absolutely obsessed with the palette you chose. Might have to start planning for a second one...

[@highfiberknits]

That’s going to be gorgeous!!

[@forgiven212]

Hello, Emily. This is my 1st time here, spending time with you. I am enjoying your podcast and gladly subscribed 😊❤ Much Love from Colorado 🙋🏼‍♀️

[@kylielafayette]

So glad you’re back!

[@MakingCassie]

Totally feel you on needing to take a break (I've been doing the same!) You seem super relaxed and happy in this vid! Welcome back ☺

[@highfiberknits]

Thanks Cassie!

[@abirthdaypony]

Good for you for taking a break and focusing on yourself! And thank you for sharing your GORGEOUS Amy sweater. I have a sweater quantity of yarn on hand and was debating between several different turtleneck patterns until I saw your beautiful FO on Instagram and it completely sold me! Can't wait to cast it on and I hope it turns out half as nice as yours!

[@highfiberknits]

I hope you love the sweater!

[@JennySchmidt-r8x]

I was so happy to see you podcasting again. I was wondering, whether you were alright. So I hope you find a good way for yourself to enjoy podcasting. I will wait patiently no matter, if it takes weeks or month between episodes.

[@highfiberknits]

Thank you Jenny! It feels good to be back!

[@movingstitches]

so nice to hear back from you, with this new perspective of showing up when you genuinely want to be present! Just a fantastic episode with a great energy. Your lumme is gonna be epic!

[@highfiberknits]

Thank you so much! Happy to be back 😁

[@bethanysanders32]

So happy you’re back!!!! ♥️♥️♥️

[@highfiberknits]

Thank you Bethany!

[@bgummeson]

Yesterday I realized that I hadn’t seen you in a while, and what a delight to find an update this morning! It makes total sense to pause and reset when what you’re doing isn’t bringing the joy. I love your finished sweaters - that plum color looks sooo good on you - and look forward to seeing progress on your current projects. I just finished the Westknits MKAL and am knitting up a scarflet with some of my leftovers. I then have some gift knits that need my attention. 😊 ~ Brenda

[@highfiberknits]

How great to use some special leftovers right away! I hope the MKAL was enjoyable for you!

[@professorpurl]

Yay! You are back. Way to listen to yourself and step back. Your sweaters are so awesome. I really want to try knit picks tweed some day!

[@highfiberknits]

Thank you Nicole!

[@shaelynomarra]

Welcome back, Emily! Hood for you for taking some time for yourself!! I’m truly obsessed with your Amy Sweater and might have to recreate it for myself!!

[@highfiberknits]

Do it!! You won’t regret it!

[@TrudySchwartzBurrill]

Emily, I love your projects. The Eun is stunning and cozy. I'm very attached to that knit. You are tiny and tall but small otherwise. It seems odd that you wear a large. Interesting. I knew you said your gage was off; it looks so cute. The Amy sweater is also attractive. I've missed your podcasts, but seeing you again is excellent. Your projects are always very nice.

[@highfiberknits]

Thank you, Trudy! Sometimes it can be tricky to discuss sizing since designers and commercial brands can have some variability in grading. I think that’s why I found measuring my favourite sweaters worked well for me!

[@Mr3355661]

Enjoyed your podcast! Lovely!

[@highfiberknits]

Thank you!

[@SylkyJ100]

What a wonderful episode! I've missed your podcasts, so this is a bright spot in my day! I love the colors you chose for your Lumme and I really love the purple sweater you are wearing! Just stunning on you! Can't wait for your next episode! Congrats on the new job and the move! Hugs from Texas!

[@highfiberknits]

Thank you!!

[@melissaanderson9929]

Welcome back! I actually like a more spread out posting schedule to see more progress and have more things to talk about. Weekly seems insane. I appreciate the time and love you put into these podcasts, and am happy to follow along with whatever works for you at this stage of your life. ❤

[@highfiberknits]

Thank you Melissa! Happy to be back, even if it’s less often

[@katrinalevin4064]

Hi Emily, nice to see you. I am knitting a basic cardigan to fit into my wardrobe. The color happens to be the same blue as your slip over. Mine will be paired with a skirt made from IKEA fabric. Enjoy.

[@highfiberknits]

Oh that sounds lovely!

[@cloudyclaudi681]

Hi Emily, I can’t wait to see you in your blue outfit - you will look stunning 🤩

[@highfiberknits]

Thank you! I’m amped for it and can’t wait to share!

[@ingeborggroth1415]

hi Emily, when I want to knit a relaxed top-down raglan sweater without a pattern, I always do it as it's done in the Amy Sweater. I make a gauge swatch from which I calculate the sts number needed for the neck circumference. For me this is usually ca. 45-50 cm. I divide this number by 8: 1/8th is for each sleeve, 3/8th are for front and 3/8th for the back. I factor in the stitches for the raglan lines, so that my overall stitchcount still gives me my desired neck circumference. I cast on as follows: 1 stitch for right front, stitch(es) for the raglan line, stitches for right sleeve, stitch(es) for the raglan line, stitches for the back, stitch(es) for the raglan line, stitches for left sleeve, stitch(es) for the raglan line, 1 stitch for the left front. The first (wrong side) row is a purl row, where I place all my markers. After that, I increase in every right side row along the raglan lines plus 1 stitch on each side of the front. When I reach the desired yoke depth, I separate sleeves and body, adding as many sts I want at the bottom of the armhole. That's all there is to it :) I knitted dozens of relaxed fitting sweaters like this, it worked every time. (It is NOT suitable for more fitted garments, though. Those need a lot more calculating.) Maybe you didn't want to know this? ... I admit, I got carried away with the subject :)

[@highfiberknits]

I love this! Thank you for sharing the details of what you do. For me, the barrier to freestyle knitting is usually this front-loaded calculating, so this is definitely helpful 😁

[@cd_naden]

I had just read the newsletter from Ailbiona McLochlainn when I watched you wearing and planning similar colours 👌

[@highfiberknits]

ouu I should check out the newsletter! The dark reds really are back in full force this fall ❤️

[@HeidiSpear-oz6rw]

Welcome back. Excellent priorities and wonderful episode. Your Lumme will be beautiful. My second is on the horizon. Best wishes.

[@highfiberknits]

Thank you! What is the color combo you’re using?

[@sofiabennett5212]

I am really really convinced you are not a warm color person, all of the cool colors you have been wearing look really good on you

[@highfiberknits]

You’re not the first to say this! I’m really just trying to let myself lean into colors I love.

[@hillaryc7661]

Wow, that plum sweater looks so elegant on you! Even though oversized, the cuff and new details make it special. … I am very tempted to copy this! ❤❤❤

[@highfiberknits]

Go for it! It’s a lovely yet relaxed sweater 😄

[@linneawestberg6435]

Lumme is my favorite knit by far! i wear mine soo often all through the year. Mines dark blue with light but warm pink flowers❤️🌷

[@highfiberknits]

That sounds like a lovely combo!! I’m eager to get mine cast on!

[@pollydolly9723]

Nice to see your smiling face! Beautiful sweaters!

[@skyviewknits]

Happy to see you back! I'm kind of obsessed with the kfo poppy blue colourway, so it'll be really fun seeing your slipover worked up. Oh and also, your Amy Sweater is absolutely gorgeous! I wasn't a fan of that pattern myself, but the version you did in that Knit Picks yarn is starting to sway me

[@highfiberknits]

Thank you! It’s funny how seeing patterns more often can make them grow on us, especially when there is a version in a yarn that just clicks for you!

[@michelletremblay7627]

Hello Emily I did the Eun sweater and I had problems with the hem ( rib ) . Did you keep the same size of needles ? Thank you

[@highfiberknits]

I kept the same needle size! The yarn choice may impact how tidy the ribbing ends up looking, but blocking really helped mine!

[@logikgirl12]

The only WHY for communication is: 1. You have things you want to say 2. You have people who want to hear it I think those criteria are definitely filled in your case.

[@Bookupied]

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