Woolly Wormhead - Ep. 75 - Fruity Knitting

[@saga4646]

They were so cute together he had such a serene presence. The bit about the socks brought me to tears how many items must she have that he made for her ? She was very lucky to have shared all of this with him.

[@my4kitties]

I have knitted 2 hats in 34 years. They have not interested me until watching Wooley. Fascinating. And explaining which hats fit what shape of face was very interesting. So it appears that there are hats that would look good on me.

[@leas128]

I just saw your my first episode from this channel yesterday and without knowing ANYTHING about you and your backstory, thought wow, Andrew is absolutely smitten with her, wonder if she knows. Quickly realized you were married and saw the tragic news of his passing. My sincere condolences, that brought me to tears ❤ I think everyone dreams of a partner who looks at them the way Andrew looked at you, with pure admiration.

[@birgitbrabetz2470]

the episode is as fantastic as ever but the mending tutorials are worth their weight in gold 😍

[@sunnyw4148]

I love Woolly Wormhead and just moved one of her hats to my next project. Thanks. Her patterns are always interesting and delightful. Also, for those of us who live in warmer climates, instead on putting your wools in a freezer to kill moths, simply put them in a plastic bad in your car when it gets hot. The heat will bake the eggs, so the moths won't hatch. I leave mine in for a week or two depending on how hot it has been. Ideally you want 4-5 days of 80+ temps for this to work.

[@celiacabodevilla6331]

What a cool episode all around--Woolly's hats have such fascinating construction, and I've been wondering how to darn socks for ages. Thanks so much for inviting me to be a part of this, I was so excited to see how it all came together! It's great that you added Katja's cowl picture in there--it was her first double knitting project, and she did a marvelous job.

[@FruityKnitting]

It was great on have you on the show.

[@donnadecourcy2072]

Celia, you are so talented!

[@deborahmountsier1222]

Not too long ago, I learned that for at least half of us “throwers” rowing out is caused by loose knits not pearls. Therefore if you tighten up your pearl tension it will only make the rowing out worse. As knitters, there is always something new to learn! I love that about knitting!

[@pattymcreynolds9991]

As a mere mortal...a fairly new knitter...I can only stand in awe of these two designers. Oh my gosh. I hate wearing hats...always have since I was very young...but, now I'd like to knit a hat just to have it to look at! Well, it would probably look like a dog's breakfast, but you know what I mean. Thank you so much for this episode. It's always good to see your podcast come up. 👍 Patty

[@FruityKnitting]

Woolly has some easier designs as well, I'm sure there is a hat there that you would enjoy knitting.

[@woollywormhead]

Maybe try one of my free patterns first? There are a couple of sideways ones that aren't too challenging and are a great introduction to the construction method.

[@celiacabodevilla6331]

You're sweet, Patty. I'm a relatively new knitter, myself, so I know that feeling well! I'm still trying to shake an irrational fear of sweater knitting.

[@jillbennett8334]

Oh, I adore Wooly! She is a knitting rock star!

[@woollywormhead]

😘

[@Olhamo]

that sideways knitting is fabulous. Love it.

[@gailmendonza6078]

Another great episode. Can totally appreciate the time and effort you put into each one, very happy to be a Patreon. Thank you Andrea and Andrew. Hope you can get some time off. I too love the intricacies of new techniques in knitting and so really enjoyed both these amazing designers. Have always loved Woolly’s designs and own several of her patterns. For being a new knitter Celia is absolutely amazing. I am so inspired. ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@FruityKnitting]

Thank you Gail!

[@stitchersdelight]

What a wonderful character Woolly is, a perfect example that math and arts are not mutually exclusive ! I don't feel I'm advanced enough yet to knit sideways but gives me something to aim for as her hats are stunning....thank you for another interesting episode...

[@woollywormhead]

I promise my sideways Hats are not beyond anybody! We've had many beginner knitters see great results with Hats from my Elemental collection, amongst others. We've plenty of support on my Ravelry forum :)

[@stitchersdelight]

@@woollywormhead thank you for the encouragement !

[@stitchersdelight]

@@woollywormhead I took the plunge and purchased the one with the brim !

[@OTLMAKES]

I love the sweater with the lace panel. Your videos have encouraged me to start knitting. Thank you for such beautiful programs. I look forward to becoming a patron. ❤

[@francesf527]

I've never seen the knitted darn/repair. Love it and will certainly use it as its so tidy. I'd only ever done the weaving type darning which is always obvious Thanks for the wonderful channel. Proud to be a Patreon

[@rhondakehrberg7724]

Great interview with Wooly Wormhead. I’m always fascinated by unique designers and you had two of them this time! I can’t wait to choose a pattern with my very generous patron discount!

[@FruityKnitting]

Yes Rhonda, you must join in the KAL.

[@satsumamoon]

Its really easy to patch before one of the threads actually breaks. Lovely job with the coloured yarn!

[@kristinm3729]

Just want to say thanks so much for the wonderful patch/graft knitted sock mending tutorial. I still can't wrap my brain around duplicate stitch (after knitting and periodically trying the method for 8 years?!) but now I've got a clean way to fix socks.

[@lsncred19]

I love this , Wooly wormhead , how ingenuous your designs and techniques to knit hats . That are absolutely beautiful . Thank you so much for introducing her to my world of knitting . I also love your videos and your designs too .

[@woollywormhead]

Thank you!

[@joyceward5477]

So pleased to see her here. I have made several of her Elemental hats. Fascinating, interesting and a great hat at the end. I have plans for several more. Great episode.

[@evelynburt2024]

Thanks for showing how to mend holes and other tears in knitted objects. I never would have figured it out by myself.

[@KendraFletcher]

Over 19k views. . .Hey, if you love Fruity Knitting, become a patron over at Patreon if you can. The work required to produce each episode is formidable and if we each can give a small amount, we'll have them covered!

[@jhenderson2286]

Fantastic episode which I shall be watching again this evening! Really enjoyed the Woolly Wormhead interview, looking at the differing hat shapes was so helpful. Knitters of the World is one of my favourite segments and this one today was one of the most interesting you've done to date. Your comments on sweater pattern choice and subsequent falling out of love with them resonated with me. Thanks so much, the show is worth every penny of my subscription. I hope you're able to get some time off soon. I think it's so difficult if you haven't been self-employed to understand just how wearing the relentlessness of the work can be. I have found that scheduling an afternoon and evening off once a week makes a very big difference. Best wishes to you both.

[@FruityKnitting]

Thank you so much for expressing your understanding. xx

[@ma.luzpatriciamartinezalva6209]

Hi , incredible work Celia's got talent. I am amazed of the quality of her work. The background landscape is awesome as well. Thank you both for your interview with her. By the way woolly's hat designs are very good as well. Congratulations for the segments this time.

[@celiacabodevilla6331]

Thank you so much! I never quite get used to how dramatic the landscape is here. It's too bad not all of the parks were open when I went for my knitting field trip, there are some waterfalls and a massive herd of buffalo I would have loved to show everyone.

[@janicemiller6554]

Loving the interview with Woolley Wormhead.

[@Lamara5292]

I just stumbled over this episode. What a refreshing style.

[@alisonwdouglas7870]

Another fantastic episode. So glad that some relaxation time is nearly on the horizon..you deserve it x

[@helga5723]

Thanks for your tutorials of mending! 😄

[@salomeelizabeth6026]

Wonderful show and Celia's beautiful work and the wisdom, knitted into the craft..and the way it even invented itself, (double knitting) amazing. And the garments you choose in the show are really lovely. The hats are fabulous and great advice.

[@marywilson6760]

A brilliant interview with Wooly Wormhead. I can only make basic hats, but will be having a look for the Purple Beret and Teal sideways knitting pattern. Loved the Hat Clinic section on different face shapes. A very very clever lady. Hope to see more interviews with her in the future :-)

[@jennikarlsson3136]

I believe Rowan's Fine Art sock yarn (that was discontinued) was manufactured in South Africa. A sock yarn from South Africa which I think is an excellent substitute (if not the exact same yarn) to the discontinued Rowan one is sold as 'Soul' in the brand African Expressions: 15% kid mohair, 15% mulberry silk, 50% merino, 20 % polyamide. I love the African Expressions 'Soul' yarn for socks.

[@wendybrookes1878]

Loved the WW she’s a genius and so interesting. Another fantastic episode...thank you

[@louiseschmaltz5595]

Wonderful episode! Terrific interviews, and I appreciate the mending tutorials. Thanks!

[@christinaheesakacowden-wut3809]

Celia is a wonderful young woman. I was so drawn to her. In my opinion she isn`t geeky at all, but very unique and wise. When I listened to her, I immediately thought of an indian medicine woman. And indeed, medicine comes in all forms and shapes. Here, as knitting, combined with history and ancient stories. Stories which tell us something important, stories with a hidden message. The book written by Clarissa Pincola Estès comes to mind: "Women who run with the Wolves". Thank you for including Celia in your Episode. A true treasure. Maybe the background music to her interview at the end wasn`t the best pick. Somehow I think Indian chants would`ve been more fitting. :-D

[@celiacabodevilla6331]

Wow, thank you so much, Christina! I'm quite curious about that book now, I'll have to look for it on my next trip to the library.

[@christinaheesakacowden-wut3809]

@@celiacabodevilla6331: You will love it for sure. It lists all kind of Fairy Tales from all over the world and Clarissa interprets them and let`s us know about the deeper meaning for us women and of course men as well. Because every wild woman needs a wild man to "run" with :-) Huggs, Christina

[@dafadowndilly8919]

Another great episode. Thank you. I am definitely going to purchase one of Woolly Wormhead's hats and maybe get it knitted in time for Christmas and such a generous patrons discount.

[@susanadams4964]

I've finally caught up with all the episodes and I recently became a patron. I particularly loved the interview with Woolly Wormhead. Thank you both so much for a wonderful podcast. I learn so much with every episode.

[@susanmccarten5075]

Wonderful episode, love watching Andrew knitting while he smiles away at your comments. Can’t wait to see the progress on your crochet blanket, I’m sure it will be perfection! I am so envious of your sweater/jumper collection, I don’t blame you for not wanting to give them away. I know how long it takes me to knit anything, slow fashion has its name for a good reason and it’s only the knitworthy that deserve the hard work not to mention the cost of the really good yarn. I have a few knitworthy people in my friends and family that I would be happy to knit for they just have to ask💕😃, I am sure you do too! Have a fabulous Easter weekend whatever you may do. Also please know how much I look forward to your podcasts, they brighten my day especially when it’s been a hard week ! I am planning to take my knitting to a new level and join in on a kal, maybe I’ll start with one of those fabulous sideways hats! Sincerely , susan McCarten

[@FruityKnitting]

Thank you Susan, it would be great to have you join in the KAL. You have a fabulous Easter weekend as well. Andrea x

[@CarolynBoots]

Love the show. I am not sure if it this episode or another episode you did where you mentioned about moth prevention. A good video to see is Kristine Kelly - Ewe University "Clothes Moths - Fact or Fiction". Myself , I always hand wash all of my woollens and store them on a shelf in my wardrobe. As i live on the Gold Coast Queensland, I don't like to seal anything wool items in a bag as they will sweat.

[@bgcyclist]

Loved the interview with Ruth (Woolly). I illustrated two of her knitting books a few years ago. She was delightful to work with and now I feel as if I have met her in person.

[@nicolejosan6364]

The Rowan Fine Art yarn has following specs: Schurwolle (Merino) 45 % Polyamid 25% Mohair 20 % Seide 10 % So there is a fair share of synthetics in it, which gives it it's amazing strength. It's still available at some places, but of course not in all colors.

[@sleepydrJ]

Another amazing episode! Definitely plan to make several of these hats!!

[@CaravelKiwi]

Strewth! what astonishingly creative artistes

[@sbartdbarcelona44]

Thx you for mending tutorials! So useful.

[@aleiscessna5331]

What a wonderful tutorial on patching your socks. Thank you

[@grammieluli]

Wonderful as always! So much talent and creativity...thank you for sharing with us.

[@robyn3349]

The repairing tutorial is awesome! Super episode!

[@maryholton162]

I have several of her patterns. Awesome!

[@kathleenkaar6557]

Thank you for the sock mending tutorial. I have usually used wool/manmade blends for socks and they hold up really well. Last winter I used a pure wool and just like your pure wool socks, they only lasted a few wearings! I was astonished and dismayed. I tried mending with the same yarn ( you are so smart using a blend for your mends), and once again, they quickly showed signs of wear. At that point I just gave up and FELTED the socks and I am currently using the felted toes to make little embroidered coin purses and the rest of the felted fabric will probably be turned into small embroidered brooches. 🤷‍♀️

[@bridgettodd4956]

have done the large repair on elbows but not joined or kitchnered the sides and end I just whipped yours is much neater!

[@etm567]

What is rowing out? And if you can knit and purl with even tension, you are way ahead of many knitters who have been at it for decades! And there is that point where it is especially difficult, because as an engineer knitter has explained to us, when you knit after a purl, because of the length of a purl stitch before a knit -- which is longer than usual, being longer than a purl after a purl or a purl after a knit (I think; not sure) -- you get the dreaded big knit stitch after a purl! Unless you take steps to prevent it! (Those sometimes misshapen knit stitches on the outside edge of a cable, for instance.)

[@PatValenzano]

Loved this episode, especially the Woolly Wormhead segment! My son wants me to make him a knitted hat with a brim and there was the perfect pattern that I was able to get with the patreon discount...thank you!

[@angelajenkins3952]

Oh, Andrea! I so love when you bring up a project idea and so very sweetly suggest to Andrew that perhaps he could undertake that project. How could he possibly say no?

[@karleenpage5979]

Fascinating show as always! Thanks.

[@mt-moonchaser1029]

Since your jumpers are trying to escape, maybe your sister and/or Madeline would like one or more of them. If it were I I would take one of your hand-me-downs any time!!

[@normasmith8928]

Your sweater looks lovely on you and it is beautiful!

[@kiwijenniferknits]

Another "gob-smacking" good episode! Thank you Andrew and Andrea! I plan to purchase one of Woolly Wormhead's patterns and join in the KAL for May!

[@FruityKnitting]

That's great Jennifer!

[@margaretrodee3519]

Andrea, I think you should keep your beautiful sweater because it’s SOOOO YOU! Choose a different sweater that is SOOO HER! And not so rustic/woolly that she might not want to wear it a lot. Just my opinion. I am always in awe of your beautiful knitting!! We all want to knit like you when we grow up!! 😊

[@FruityKnitting]

I think you are right that I should let my sister pick a pattern (hopefully not a boring one) and then she would wear it a lot for sure.

[@CastOnCalamity]

Hi. I love that wolf! Wow!

[@valeriesmith15]

Thank you so much for the episode.

[@lindalechristenberry7321]

Please post pattern for adding thumbholes to sleeves. I would appreciate so much! Thanks!!

[@satsumamoon]

I never make socks to wear inside shoes anymore , its not worth it. What I do make is ones to wear as slippers and they get leather soles. Recently I found two leather cushions on the street that someone threw out for the collection and in the shed i found some thread for mending ship sails. i cut out two different sizes of ovals and just stitched them on with blanket stitch. I have lots of leather left for future house socks. I tried putting latex on one pair but I found I prefer leather.

[@nicolejosan6364]

I find the two mending tutorials very interesting, but at 1:11:36 Why would you thread the yarn from the inside? Just pull a tail inside and knit from the ball of yarn to your hearts content. Instead of sewing the edge, use a crochet hook to pull the yarn through, and knit this loop together with the first stitch.

[@sunshinesilverarrow5292]

Thank you! 🌞

[@CG-gm8fe]

I enjoy this programme so much....I have a ?....about that beautiful cardigan you are making....Sculpted Frost by Linda Marveng...I have bought the pattern and was wondering what yarn and needles you are using.....I hope to hear from you soon Cheers ❤

[@georgeannbraden5065]

Another great one

[@Barbbfly]

extremely creative Woolly W. but im not interested in knitting hats sideways . It sounds really hard !! Very creative though. TY

[@catherinemalcolm8125]

OMG I love hats xxxxx

[@kimberlypenney7216]

Excuse me, I would wear your garments everyday but 😔 sadly I am a bit larger than you😛. Loved all the interviews. Thank you for your time and work.

[@DARYAROMANOVA]

Great video ☺ Thank you 😘

[@lindalechristenberry7321]

What is the turtleneck sweater you’re wearing, Andrea? I’ve been looking for one to knit and I like yours. Where do I find the pattern? Thanks a lot.

[@raggmopp857]

What is rowing out?

[@candicevee1]

Joyce Fischer, rowing out is when the tension is obviously looser in the purl rows than in the knit rows (or vice versa) so that the texture of the resulting fabric looks striped

[@robynwaymouth2219]

I've known it as tramlines - of which we have many in Melbourne.

[@reaseAable]

Andrew perhaps leather strap watch with the knits in the future?

[@debzamot5291]

Fabulous!

[@cmaur811]

Thank you again. I have known of Woolly for years but have never knit one of her patterns. I will give it a try.. anyone know which might be the easiest? Since I dabbled in photoshop and viewed gimp you tube videos I’m interested in the double knitting too. I would have loved to see a bit of her process from start to finish. Everyone should be a Patreon. You both deserve it.

[@woollywormhead]

I've patterns for all skill levels and there's lots to choose from, depending on your tastes and they're divided up by style and technique on my website, if that helps?

[@celiacabodevilla6331]

I keep meaning to do a video of which settings in gimp I use for pixel art. In the meantime, I'd be happy to answer any questions you might have! It's also useful as a free alternative to a knitting app for counting stitches and highlighting rows.

[@NewJerseyLaura]

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