What yarn has been INSPIRING me?! Find out!

[@mistyblue5312]

Caleb! Totally blown away (but not surprised) that they want you in their corner. Go Brooklyn Tweed! That hat is to die for as well as their Unisex sweater patterns. How awesome. BTW… erm…how are we going to celebrate getting to 30K now ?.?!!! . Lol.👏👏👏👏💐🥰🍾🥂 best wishes to you and Brian.

[@DrowninginYarn]

Hahah... Thanks, Misty! I don't even know what to say about 30K. It blows my mind!

[@tessa5]

Belated congratulations, Caleb! I love the look of the Fehling sweater, though it's still too advanced for me. I've only been knitting for a year and am about to start on my first sweater. When I looked at the pattern on the Brooklyn Tweed website, I was very sad to find that the inclusive sizing unfortunately doesn't include petite sizing. As I'm petite in a country where people are really big, I have trouble finding clothes for adults that fit. This was part of the reason I started knitting. So it's frustrating to find that I will also have to learn how to size down a lot of knitting patterns. Luckily I found out about Tin Can Knits from one of your other videos, so I'll be able to start with something that does come in my size!

[@sarahmatthews2737]

These kind of videos are great because as a new knitter I hate having zero information about yarn, buying it, then finding out I hate it or it has properties I don’t like. So learning about your experience with different yarns is really helpful! Honestly though, you make videos and I watch them! It doesn’t matter the tile or how long it is. You are one of those people I just enjoy watching! Keep up the great work!

[@DrowninginYarn]

I'm so glad you found it helpful! And I so appreciate the support and kind words 💚

[@sarahmatthews2737]

@@DrowninginYarn 🖤🧡🖤🧡🖤

[@Leelz247]

Informative video! I also just finished reading your About section on your blog, I didn't realize you were also a lawyer. I graduated from law school 10 years ago and I feel ready to call it quits. I agree pursuing creative projects is a lot more satisfying. I knit and I'm also a beekeeper, which takes up to lot of mental space, but I love it. Quitting my day job isn't really in the cards, but I've pulled back from work during the pandemic to focus more on what gives me joy. Keep on trucking!

[@DrowninginYarn]

Thanks! I was ready to call it quits DURING law school, so I got out as soon as I could. It’s great that you have creative outlets that help. I didn’t at the time and I think it would have helped so much. I hope you keep making time for things that bring you joy 💚

[@Leelz247]

@@DrowninginYarn I know the feeling, my body was ready to quit during law school before I was, I kept getting sick for no reason, and developed nephrotic syndrome, but I didn't think to make the connection to stress...plus I'm stubborn. To cope, I just kept reading Harry Potter over and over and over again.

[@DB2hull]

Loved that beanie/hat, very interesting.

[@katedavy6272]

Great info. Maybe the word u were looking for is 'defined.' I love your yarn hints, tips and explanations. You are a great teacher and far ahead of mainstream knitters than your calm way if teaching is instructive and conducive at the same time. I'm a barely average knitter and each time I watch you channel I pick up some info that helps me advance a bit. Thanks.

[@DrowninginYarn]

That is a great word... where were you when I was recording?! Haha. I appreciate the compliments and I'm so happy to hear that my videos have been helpful to you!

[@joannvandiver869]

Love meteorite color, great information. Thanks 😊

[@DrowninginYarn]

You are so welcome! And I love meteorite as well! It's so beautiful!

[@beadyarngal83]

Congrats on your collaboration with Brooklyn Tweed! So exciting. I may be making a purchase in the near future, maybe couple of skeins to make a hat or cowl. I just subscribed to the Brooklyn Tweed youtube channel! :) Looking forward to hearing more about BT. I enjoy watching your videos along with Brian. Congrats again! Mary

[@DrowninginYarn]

Yay! Thank you!

[@virginiabrooks3861]

Caleb Congratulations on your new venture! 😊🧶👍🏻

[@DrowninginYarn]

Thank you! 😊

[@danielpip1313]

Congrats, Caleb! I've only been knitting for less than a year, and it was from listening to some of your previous vids that I started looking at Brooklyn Tweed patterns and yarns. I realized after watching that I already had several Brooklyn Tweed patterns favorited on Ravelry! Every time they come out with new patterns, I feel like I could spend the rest of my life knitting their patterns. (Love other designers as well, but seriously... there are SO many BT patterns I want to make. Currently knitting a Saddler sweater in Shelter from the last pattern collection!) Looking forward to the blog post!

[@DrowninginYarn]

Oh, I’m so happy you found BT and are enjoying their yarns! I agree that they could keep a knitter busy for a lifetime with all their amazing patterns… and a Saddler sounds amazing. What colors are you using?

[@danielpip1313]

@@DrowninginYarn I was going to do their dark blue color (Old World), but they were out of stock when I was purchasing, so I went with Soot/Gray... which is fine because my closet is so full of blue everything it's good to switch it up. lol

[@cathynewkirk6807]

Congrats on your new role with Brooklyn Tweed! I’m knitting a sweater with Tones now and I’m loving it. I’ve also used Quarry in a sweater. That took a little getting used to, but it will be nice and warm this winter! That hat is stunning!

[@DrowninginYarn]

Thanks!!! I love how my hat turned out! And yes... you will be so cozy in your Quarry sweater during the winter. I'm a bit jealous. Haha.

[@Enig_Mata]

Congratulations, Caleb! Well-deserved. Just had to say that and I will stop by to add more later.

[@DrowninginYarn]

Thank you so much!

[@winterchild6120]

Yay congrats on your collab 😁😁 lovely hat, the cable work and colours are beautiful 😊😊

[@DrowninginYarn]

Thanks so much! 😊

[@harmonywilliams6577]

I want to see any and all videos of you! I just love listening to you talk! 😂 Also, I absolutely love Brooklyn Tweed!! I found them about 9 months ago and I’m so happy I did. Have fun with your collaboration with them, that’s amazing!! 💙

[@DrowninginYarn]

You are too kind! Thank you so much! What have you knit with Brooklyn Tweed so far? Did you get a chance to try Tones yet?

[@harmonywilliams6577]

I have one sleeve left on a cardigan I’m knitting using Quarry in Obsidian. I learned the hard way that I can’t pull too tightly when using it (I’m a tight knitter) 😆 And I haven’t tried Tones yet. Eventually I want to try all their yarns. I made a hat when I first discovered them, but I can’t remember which yarn it was offhand. I just know that I’m in love with the two I’ve used!!

[@Cyndi159]

This is so awesome congratulations 😍 I’m so excited for your blog and this line by BT, bravo 👏❤️

[@DrowninginYarn]

Thank you so much 😊

[@vectra9880]

Congrats in the fantastic collaboration. Look forward to hopefully make one of those patterns!!

[@DrowninginYarn]

Thank you!!! I am so excited to make an Eagan sweater... which pattern is speaking to you right now?

[@vectra9880]

@@DrowninginYarn love the keisling. That texture in Eagan is gorgeous as well

[@m.v.stewart7688]

Oh how lovely

[@maanasadhavala3916]

Love this so much! Shelter was one of my first nice yarn purchases and it works up beautifully

[@DrowninginYarn]

Oh that sounds awesome! How did Shelter hold up in gloves… I know they get a lot of wear and I’ve never used it in an item like that.

[@LisaHarkins]

I would love to know about that gorgeous sweater you were wearing in one of the photos that had the cable-like detailing over the raglan seam. Whose pattern is that?

[@DrowninginYarn]

The pattern details were listed on screen. It is the Fehling Sweater by Emily Greene. It’s a lovely sweater.

[@TheMassagequeen001]

Any video with you talking is one I'd love to see 👀 😉! Seriously, I absolutely love your content and speaking voice. I've learned quite a bit from you and now I can blame you when I buy from Brooklyn Tweed🤣

[@DrowninginYarn]

Thank you so much 😊 Have you knit with any Brooklyn Tweed before?

[@TheMassagequeen001]

@@DrowninginYarn You're more than welcome . No, I'm currently teaching myself to knit after giving up about 16 years ago. I'm a crochet type of girl but I've never used Brooklyn Tweed. I'll definitely be making a purchase soon and continuing to learn through KZbin thanks to you and so many other wonderful creators. 💕

[@areyns67]

Haha same here! So true, you have such a cozy and relaxing voice that's perfect for knitting. Can't wait to check out Brooklyn Tweed.

[@JazzgrassChic]

Question: I'm starting the Shield pattern using the shelter yarn and wonder if you can share your experience with meeting gauge. Does the Brooklyn Tweed Shelter shrink or stretch during wet blocking? I have been struggling to meet the gauge using this yarn. Recommendation is US size 7; Even using size 5, it's not quite getting there. So I'm wondering if it will shrink that thus make gauge once blocked.

[@mscatherinemccoy]

Thanks for this Caleb. I just ordered Tones Vacay undertone and the First Raglan Sweater pattern. I've never knit a sweater before and honestly, I'm so nervous. It's a lot of $$$ to mess up! There does seem to be a lot of online help available thankfully.

[@DrowninginYarn]

Oh you’re going to enjoy it so much! BT has done a series of videos that should help. You’ll do great!

[@lindapollaerts5168]

Congratulations Caleb

[@DrowninginYarn]

Thank you so much!

[@dr.westwood]

I would love for you to talk about different fibres and weights and talk about why you make the choices you do regarding them.

[@DrowninginYarn]

That's a great idea... thanks for the suggestion :-)

[@pollydolly9723]

Congratulations on your assignment!

[@DrowninginYarn]

Thank you so much 😊 💚

[@ILS986]

Congrats!

[@DrowninginYarn]

Thank you so much!

[@22Tya]

Congratulations to you!!

[@DrowninginYarn]

Thank you so much :-)

[@michellenokken2597]

What is the pattern for the hat?

[@DrowninginYarn]

That hat pattern and designer were listed on screen. It is the Sparkwood Hat by Lis Smith :-)

[@DrowninginYarn]

I just realized you may have been referring to the gray hat my friend was wearing when talking about the Brooklyn Tweed weekend. That is the Polygons Hat: www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/polygons-hat.

[@michellenokken2597]

@@DrowninginYarn Thanks, I've added both the pattern and the yarn to my Ravelry. I've recently found your channel and am loving the content. A video on your knitting journey would be fun - how did you start, your move from crochet to knitting, etc.

[@beverlyhess611]

Love this yarn review! Now I’m gonna look it up!

[@DrowninginYarn]

Thanks!!!

[@Stettafire]

Not a review, can't call it a review when there is a financial interest going on. However, it was a good yarn overview.

[@DrowninginYarn]

Good point… I wasn’t compensated to talk about yarn at all. I was compensated for writing a piece for the collaboration. But the rest is just my honest thoughts in general. My yarn reviews are more in-depth (I’d like to think) than this video where I’m just kinda sharing about a yarn I’m loving.

[@beverlyhess611]

@@Stettafire sorry I used the wrong “wording”