YoungFolk Knits Podcast: Spincycle Yarn Pros and Cons & Great Yarn Substitutes | Nightshift Shawl

[@YoungfolkKnits]

Ok I’ve just read that spincycle dyed in the wool and dreamstate are superwash. Nocturne is nonsuperwash! However I successfully spit splice with all of it. 🤔 sorry for the misinformation! 😂

[@maureencapotosto9257]

Providing alternatives that are more affordable is much appreciated.

[@kimcarey5092]

I made 2 nightshift shawls and 3 cowls with Malabrigo Rios- they turned out great

[@kathyswyka8623]

I made my night shift last year from Malabrigo Rios and I couldn’t be happier. I have plenty of super beautiful leftovers for other projects as well. Thank you for another fun and thoughtful podcast. I always look forward to seeing/ hearing from y’all.

[@YoungfolkKnits]

I think the rios is soooo beautiful 🤩

[@sewpieceful]

I did too, just finished my Nightshift yesterday in Malabrigo Rios! It feels and looks lush!!!

[@SweaterFreak]

Spin cycle dyed in the wool is indeed a superwash yarn.

[@et1016]

Wool and Company is amazing!! There is no minimum order required for free shipping. Their customer service is absolutely the best!!

[@KnittingWithCatHair]

Thanks for sharing Kaci! I made a Nightshift for my bestie back in 2021 using 3 different colours of Noro Silk Garden (8 balls total). At $18 CAD a ball the total cost was approximately $136 CAD - not exaclty cheap but less than half the price of Spincycle. Seeing your beautiful shawl is REALLY making me want to cast on another one for myself! 😍

[@QueensYarnBoutique]

Cross stitching over the yellow was so smart!

[@YoungfolkKnits]

I think it helped tone it down a lot

[@teresitasotomayor8074]

Thanks so much for researching more affordable yarn substitutions ❤️❤️❤️ it is greatly appreciated ❤️🥰❤️ some of the projects can be really pricey and having options opens possibilities to a lot of people 🥰 really enjoy your podcast ❤❤❤

[@YoungfolkKnits]

Thank you!

[@r.o.6063]

My thoughts exactly ❤❤

[@nanasknits]

Hi.. Your 2nd pronunciation from schoppel was perfect. And yes, their yarns are great, I have a shop here near by me. :) Nana from Germany

[@angelamassey9517]

As always, thank you for sharing😁

[@justbewvl7280]

Thank you so much, Kaci for sharing this video. It helped me with picking other options other than Spincycle. I think I have narrowed it down and I'm ready to order! Also, thanks for sharing Wool and Company as well. 😊

[@ibjessd]

I so appreciate this video and these suggestions! I love Spincycle and have been fortunate to use some in my projects. However, it’s not possible for me to use it in everything I make, and I think that’s the case for a lot of people! Knowing that there are good alternatives out there that will produce a similar effect will definitely tackle some more projects on my list of things to make.

[@YoungfolkKnits]

Yesss! Thank you 😊

[@lauriejarboe6087]

Love you and love your podcast. Spincycle dyed in the wool and Dream State are both 100% superwashed wool, so it doesn't really spit splice.

[@YoungfolkKnits]

I have been informed It’s superwash! Which I did Not know 😅 but it always spit splices for me!!! This is blowing my mind

[@vysgiyi]

you're editing is just as beautiful as the yarn!! You kept talking about the limoncello yellow and I was like what is she talking about??? It's gorgeous....but then you mentioned the cross stitch you did and I was like oh....that's cause she fixed it! looks so beautiful and I'm 100% ready to check out these alternatives. I joined the farmer's daughter sock sock club and that's all I could do. I couldn't imagine investing in a sweater's quantity for a plus sized woman with yarn I've never tried before. But these alternatives? a great way to test patterns and techniques with color shifting yarn, Kind of wish I had known about these before I started my bougie sweater! Great video!!

[@summerhutchins5825]

love this video! very useful suggestions feel like you just saved me time and money. also love the accent!

[@ginatravis7446]

Wow! Thank you! Very valuable information

[@paintnknitter]

I have used Schoppel Edition 3 for my Shift Cowl. Great and helpful video!

[@sonjagerstl6593]

Thank you so much for your list of affordable yarn substitutions! The current inflation rate in the European Union is more than 11 percent ... so "life is hard" ... For example the purchase price for butter in Austria is 77 percent more expensive than at the beginning of 2022 ... Energy prices are rising continuously. So I am really appreciative of your suggestions! Btw: Your shawl is gorgeous! Loving it! 😍

[@YoungfolkKnits]

I’m so sorry! Groceries are at an all time high! 😢

[@valerieehrman3720]

I enjoyed this video and your suggestions. Although I occasionally like to "treat" myself, I still am happy to save a bit when I can. You are always delightful! Thank you!😊

[@YoungfolkKnits]

Yes! And thank you ❤

[@valerieehrman3720]

I also just placed an order with Wool and Company!😁

[@seahawkfan1454]

Such a beautiful shawl, love the colors 😅

[@juliamorrisey5541]

Thank you for some of the more budget friendly options. There were some beautiful colors and the price points were great.

[@YoungfolkKnits]

❤❤❤❤

[@BR54niner]

Thank you for sharing this info. ♥️

[@ruthswarthout1115]

Loved the podcast today, at first I didn't like that type of yarn and its because I didn't see a lot if patterns but there are so many patterns now and am hooked I too can't afford to make a shall for 200 but I have en some great yarn substitutes I recently ran across Queensland yarn for 19.50 fingering. I really appreciate that you are honest and explain how enjoy knitting without always breaking the bank thank you Kaci 😊

[@YoungfolkKnits]

I’m Always on the lookout for Different substitutes

[@afibercollective]

These are awesome suggestions! The cross stitching over that section was a brilliant idea and it made such a difference!

[@janetgoier23]

Loved this episode! Wool and Company is actually my LYS, and I go there every week to knit with friends for a few hours. Totally agree that some of the prettiest Nightshift Shawls I have seen were knit with the Malabrigo. ❣️

[@are9598]

Thank you Casey I enjoy your joyful personality and love your knitting choices!

[@Grwmslays435]

Thanks for the information in this video. It’s great to know that there are other options to get the same look as spin cycle. A sweater and cowl is on my future knits list.

[@YoungfolkKnits]

That sounds lovely!

[@tamilopez6823]

love your solution for altering a color...BRILLIANT!!!

[@ChynnaBlue1]

This is awesome. Thank you so much for this.

[@diannecarter1754]

Another shop that has beautiful yarns and it’s family owned is The Speckled Sheep in Lancaster Pa. These ladies taught me to knit and I just love them. Cascade yarns are great yarn and they do sell those. I just wanted to share. I love this video very realistic topic

[@YoungfolkKnits]

That sounds lovely!

[@dededraper7016]

Great save on the limoncello to lemon mellow! I love color shifting yarn for blankets. I've done a couple jelly roll blankets that look scrappy . . . . but no ends to weave in! Also, if I EVER knit another Sea Glass sweater I would DEFINITELY use a color shifting yarn . . . . those ends were RIDICULOUS . . . . but I live in it, so it was worth it. Love your show.

[@daram5257]

Oh so smart and a great tip to stitch in another color to tone down the yellow. And I NEED and appreciate the yarn resources!

[@rockstarkate78]

Wool and Company is awesome. Love the free winding! They're very detail oriented too. They contacted me to make sure I was OK with two different dye lots when I ordered a bunch of Cascade 220.

[@jessicaolney4900]

This is a great video--thank you! I used the Cascade Heritage Wave from Wool and Co for the Inclinations cowl, went up 1 needle size and it worked perfectly--squishy and lovely. I am using the Wueensland Collection Rainbow beach (from same store) for the Shift cowl and it's a great substitute in my humble opinion. One day, will treat myself to Spincycle. I love your cross stitching over to mute the colors--amazing!

[@katespin99]

I loved your video. I have been looking for some alter so for Spincycle so this was great.

[@jessicamckee1131]

I really, really appreciate you sharing some alternate yarn options to Spin Cycle. I recently bought the Shiftigan pattern and had a bit of sticker shock when looking at the cost of the kits. I’m excited to explore some of these other options and make the color palette my own ❤

[@feltaria9177]

I can’t believe people buy Spincycle to use in steeked projects! Making it impossible to reclaim the yarn if you don’t love the fit.

[@meggamillion2014]

personally, I'm obsessed with the primaries in these two skeins! I think this is the coolest shawl result- it feels very graphic and bold and comforting (in its... verging-on-90's aesthetic)

[@racheldiaz4936]

These are great recommendations! I always enjoy your videos 😊 I just wanted to mention that some Spincycle yarns are superwash. Their website says the nocturne base isn’t but dyed in the wool is superwash. My addition to the reccomendations is Feederbrook Farm Entropy DK. It’s only slightly more affordable at $28/260 yards, but it’s a great option if it’s in your budget!

[@YoungfolkKnits]

I need to check out Feedeerbrook! Aww ok I’m always able to spit splice so I thought it was nonsuperwash. I’ll read more on their website! Thanks for watching!

[@ifyouwool]

Kaci, I really enjoy every single one of your intros, changing lettering and styles - it looks like you have a lot of fun with it 😎 and the effect is stunning, too! When it comes to hand dyed yarns I really do love them in colour work socks! Spincycle as such is not very accessible here in Poland, but we have quite a few small dyeing businesses that offer some extraordinary colour ways 🤩

[@ruthmcniff4765]

Great ideas 💡! I think knowing options is important for our yarn budgets. Thank you!

[@stacyelstone]

Love this

[@YoungfolkKnits]

Oooo yes that’s sooo good!

[@mariaorticelli8031]

Thank you for such a great podcast Kaci. I really appreciate your research for those of us who can't afford such expensive yarns but want to knit projects that call for rhem. I too can respect small businesses but most of the time, the yarns mentioned are simply unaffordable for me. Thanks again!!

[@lindarobbins6750]

Thanks so much for an entertaining look at some substitutes for spincycle yarn. Another one you might look into is Yarn Hero. It’s reasonably priced.

[@christycampbell1874]

Love these ideas!!! Spin cycle is out of my budget so it's so fun to hear other choices. I never thought of Rios in this way. Cool!

[@judithsphilosophy]

I used Schoppel for a pair of socks for my boyfriend. They are amazing: the colours are still so bright - even after many rounds of machine wash. And they are hard wearing to. No visible pilling or felting. I can highly recommend them - and they are quite affordable in Germany, where I live.

[@oakandwool]

Thanks so much for this video ❤. I’ve been on the hunt for spin cycle substitutes and love these ideas.

[@YoungfolkKnits]

Hope you find some inspo!

[@maudmulder2791]

Love this video! Working with Zauberballs at the moment and really like them 🤩

[@YoungfolkKnits]

I’m wanting to try them!!

[@suzio6571]

Thank you for this video! Wow, such excellent alternatives that won't break the bank. Also love that Wool & Company have free shipping!

[@nancydavis4459]

Very interesting and fun. I miss your old theme music and video. I thought it was perfect.🤗

[@karachickering6769]

I have collected a few skeins of Noro for a color-shifting project. The budget wanted me to try this

[@mywonderfulknittinglife]

I am using cascade heritage wave in my shawl and I love it. Very nice to knit with and the price point was right for me. Love your shawl. Looking forward to seeing the final product.

[@shahub4148]

What a great idea to cross-stitch over that yarn!

[@basketcase2384]

Kaci - thanks for addressing the elephant in the room, which is Spincycle yarns is out of budget for most of us. The pattern market is oversaturated with color changing yarn use right now, in my opinion, and they all seem to use Spincycle brand. I love supporting them, their employees, and their business model whenever I can, however it cannot cover the number of Andrea Mowry pattern releases that use Spincycle brand! Thanks for sharing alternatives, I love the Rios idea, I used the Volcan colorway for my Inclinations cowl, along with another stash yarn.

[@susanbruty4727]

Helpful and entertaining as always. Thanks Staci.

[@YoungfolkKnits]

Thanks for watching ❤

[@EvieBear236]

Thanks for the substitution ideas! I love the nightshift shawl.

[@YoungfolkKnits]

Thank you!

[@QueenBaha]

🌴☀️Ok just finished prepping my veggies for the next few days and then BOOM video was over🙄 sooooo I’m watching it again lol back to knitting & paying attention…I will say thanks for the alternative options…I think that’s the part that made me chop faster🤭 hope your son is feeling better (the dentist thing)….yeah I’m binge watching lol🌴☀️

[@LeiMaier]

Great content, Kaci! The first project I used Spincycle on was the shifty cowl. It turned out nice, I get lots of compliments, however as I was knitting, like you, there are sections I really don't like. Fortunately it ended up in the back of my neck so I don't need to see it while wearing. I have made two cowls since as gifts and used Malabrigo Rios and loved how they turned out. I also made the Shifty 2, top down pullover and again I used Rios as a base and went stash diving using fingering held double and I love it. I get more compliments on that sweater. Currently an ongoing long term project is an Afghan that uses the same technique and again I'm using Rios. This blanket is turning out beautifully and will be toasty warm for Michigan's cold winters. I guess I don't like to gamble much with surprise and want more control.

[@MrMonet111]

Thank you for your insights.😊

[@janisnixon8127]

Love your videos! Thanks for the information. It’s always great to know about substitutes for the more expensive yarns!

[@YoungfolkKnits]

Thank you ❤

[@debnew6195]

Totally agree and loved that you shared some affordable options, really kind. Malabrigo Rios is Devine yarn to work with and I love all my scarfs or cowls, beautiful next to the skin. Try their sock yarn as well, to good for socks and makes awesome close to next items. ❤️🇦🇺🌺

[@YoungfolkKnits]

I haven’t knit with it yet!!!

[@StopDropandKnitPodcast]

I commented earlier but don’t see it here…. Trying again! I wanted to suggest Patons Kroy - I think it’s the FX line? As a sub for Spincycle. It’s also a sport weight close enough to fingering and you can find it at the big box craft stores like Joann’s and Michael’s

[@ValleyView24]

Thank you! Cost effectiveness is so important to so many budgets.

[@EmilysTeaCup]

I just finished my nightshift using a kit from goosey fibers with a coupon code so it was around $100 and I could not possibly love it more. Its one of the most beautiful things I think I have ever made.

[@YoungfolkKnits]

Ooooo that’s awesome!

[@CherylAM]

The Ewetopia yarn shop in Viroqua, Wi has beautiful color-changing yarns. They opened a mill in La Farge I believe. I bought mine there in 2017/2018 while on vacation. They have the sheep and the whole shebang. Great shop and very nice people! They have online shopping.Cheryl

[@jenniferhackett4115]

I love Andrea Mowry 's Spincycle colour shifting patterns but have been intimidated by the uncertainty of the results of the finished garment. Not to mention the cost of a piece that I might not love. This video helped put things in perspective and I really appreciate the suggestions for more affordable yarn substitutions. I would be interested in seeing projects you might create using Spincycle substitutes and hear your thoughts in comparing the differences. Thank you for your entertaining videos. I really appreciate the production value and all the effort you put into them.

[@YoungfolkKnits]

Thank you! And yes! I plan on trying these substitutes soon!

[@brettnbecky]

Thank you, Kaci! Another wonderful video. I appreciate all the suggestions. ❤️ Spin Cycle has recently become a favorite, beautiful yarn, but out of my price range. I do love the Zauerball Crazy, have bought those for socks. And I am now learning how to spin, so exciting but my e-spinner and I are not bff’s just yet, lol. I just remember that I didn’t learn to knit quickly, so I’m not going to learn to spin quickly either. Thank you again, I do love your videos.

[@YoungfolkKnits]

Handspun so so special

[@gailjahn8303]

I did indeed use Zauerball for my shawl - and absolutely loved knitting it

[@katpraeuner9794]

Thanks for another great video! I'm currently making Andrea Mowry's Vellichor in malabrigo Rios Archangel along with some Lichen and lace and skein of my own dyed yarn in a pale lavander. It's really turning out nice! The colors are great together and the pale lavander pops. I'm definitely going to check out wool and company. love when I see a new place to shop!

[@YoungfolkKnits]

That sounds so nice!!!

[@meganerickson4090]

I knit my Nightshift Shawl in Cascade Superwash Wave and I love it! It turned out amazing and I highly recommend.

[@jamiethrogmorton2540]

Wonderful idea x-stitch to tone it down!!! 🎉🎉🎉

[@christinegiroux8471]

Thanks for the suggestions for alternate yarns to use instead of spincycle- I will consider making something using those! Your shawl looks great, and your cross stitching to tone down the color- very smart! I have tried knitting with my handspun barber pole yarns, but have hated the look knitted, so I donate them to my friend who weaves, and they look better that way.

[@YoungfolkKnits]

It definitely has its own look!

[@marycase9352]

Thank you! I own this pattern but have not been able to afford the yarn suggested. Great suggestions for keeping the costs down for us!🧶

[@sarahwelsh3]

This video was so fun! I really want to try zauberball for socks!

[@katjafarbenfroh8646]

That`s perfect! Exactly what I needed to know, love it , thank you! I will spin it myself .

[@summermchalffey9469]

Another great episode! Thanks for sharing those options.

[@marie-francepoulaert8939]

Thank you so much for those recommendations, I will be trying those yarns, I love color shifts like that ❤

[@YoungfolkKnits]

It’s very cool!

[@andreahuss3156]

Thank you so much for your suggestions!!! I love your style. ❤

[@thekindles1183]

I do (even with the price tag) think Spincycle trumps many of these suggestions and I say that ONLY after working with the other & Rios for the Nightshift Shawl. Rios made it VERY heavy, and it didn't relax like Spincycle to get that comfy, cozy feel.. So while I loved the RIOS colors, it was later gifted. The Zauberball(? spelling, lol) isn't as soft so you do get a little more itch with it. I feel you on her original colors... I bought the same ones and mine felt like a Cold Water Creek Shawl,. hated it and ripped it out.. I do think there's some photo adjustment in that photo because I've not seen those colors replicated. Wool and Co is great, they're fast, the team is what gives that store heart. I thought this was a great video. I too lol'd at the toy car comment. Spot on. haha! all the best! Kimberly

[@kimsechrest2202]

Another color changing yarn I've bought is from Feederbrook Farms. They have a DK wt, BFL, 2 ply "Entropy" yard that sells for $28 for 260 yds. I haven't knit much with it yet but hope to some day. They also sell 'Millends' too. I believe it's non-superwash. Thanks for sharing with us. Always fun.

[@sharonleopardiviinecreates4949]

I LOVE color shifting yarn! But I am a crazy color knitter for all of my projects, including garments. My fave color shifting yarn is the Entroy DK from Feederbrook farm. Its a 2 ply non superwash BFL, and so far Ive made many knitted items with it, including a brioche tank top and brioche tunic, a brioche raglan cropped sweater, Andrea Mowry's Trinigan, and JamesNWatts Beads Of Love top, which is modular knitting. For the brioche projects I love pairing the Entropy DK with a brushed suri alpaca yarn for that fluff airy softness. I appreciate the reccomendations for these more commercial, less expensive options too, thanks!

[@jerrileslie6992]

Hi Kaci I am knitting the Night Shift Cowl right now, and my LYS had kits made up using the Zauberball Edition 3 yarn. I am loving the fun color changes. It ran about $42. for the kit. I agree, I always admire Andrea's patterns when she uses the Spin Cycle, but it's completely out of my budget. Thanks for the list of comparison yarn. 🧶

[@YoungfolkKnits]

This is so good to know! I really want to try it

[@mbh0422]

I am on my second Nightshift shawl made with Malabrigo Rios. I love this yarn. Lovely colors and it is soft and squishy.

[@aliciafrancoeur1687]

Thank you for this video!

[@YoungfolkKnits]

Thank you for watching ❤

[@sylviafikiert4825]

This was very helpful thank you Kaci 😊

[@ashleyspencer5928]

Hi there from another Arkansas Ozarks knitter @ashley.the.maker! Loved your yarn embroidery to make those blips of salty dog work for you! Such a great way to use up scraps and still end up with a finished object that you love.

[@YoungfolkKnits]

Thank you!

[@theradept9861]

You're the cutest!! I love your style & cheery attitude, it's contagious! ❤ I was just considering casting on the Nightshift & I love your idea for toning down the yellow, it's gorgeous!! 😘

[@this_skipper_knits959]

My local yarn shop Cricket Cove in Blacks Harbour, NB 🇨🇦did kits in cascade wave…I knit mine using one of the options and it’s gorgeous!!!!

[@katrinalevin4064]

Thank you for your info and comment. Super wash is not my favorite but I do understand the appeal of machine washing knits.

[@trudydelich2920]

Thank you for an excellent content video! I love shifting colors and was spinning that style of colorway before it had become recently popular. Since my tastes are a bit on the Bohemian side, it would always be the thing I would grab for. So interesting that yarn companies are now trying to reproduce this super cool look. Your shawl is beautiful. It goes on my "to knit" list.

[@YoungfolkKnits]

Yes! The handspun look has become very popular

[@catherinecunningham7126]

Your shawl is beautiful, Kaci! Thanks for the fabulous info on yarn substitutes. ❤️🐝

[@cathynewkirk6807]

Great topic! I’ve used Stonehedge Fiber Mill’s “Crazy” yarn for the Shift and Nightshift. It’s 100% merino, two-ply sport weight. 230 yards for $14.50. They don’t duplicate colors, so options for use in certain patterns might be limited. But I had fun picking out combinations for my Shift projects!

[@YoungfolkKnits]

I need to look into this yarn!!!

[@ApplesandPeanutButter]

Stonehedge Fiber Mill yarns are wonderful. Crazy is a much more affordable option for Spincycle.

[@dianelammers1876]

Sadly, Stonehenge no longer makes Crazy. It was a wonderful yarn, made with w mill ends. No 2 skeins we’re alike.

[@ApplesandPeanutButter]

@@dianelammers1876 Stonehedge Fiber Mill just added several hanks of Crazy to their shop.

[@cathynewkirk6807]

Stonehedge makes Crazy but no longer supplies it to yarn shops. Online ordering only.

[@FortheLoveofWool]

I have used Spincycle Dyed in the Wool a couple of times. It’s lovely but you’re right, it’s definitely a treat yourself yarn. I have used Cascade 220 Wave in place of Dreamstate and I’m giving the Schopple Edition 3 a try to make a second Shift Cowl.

[@denisedyer7581]

Lovely content. I am currently knitting the Travelers Cowl with Spincycle dyed in the wool and my first impression was it was not at soft as I would like. Although the color changing yarn is beautiful I hope it softens.

[@valeriebishop561]

Very informative! So glad for options as that always is good. I so spin and managed to make a cowl with my handpspun! I used the scraps to make a simple striped mitten to go with it. Didn't have enough for a hat but I have a color coordinated hat that looks great with it.

[@YoungfolkKnits]

Handspun is the best 🤫 haha

[@brendak3357]

Another good option is Yarn Hero, a small Maryland dyer. She has an Etsy shop.

[@Liz.Green789]

Thank you. That was helpful. Zauberballs are insanely fun. I look forward to knitting with ones I recently purchased. I'd like to suggest Simply Socks Yarn Company out of Fort Wayne, Indiana, as a great online shop. I purchase from them online and in person. It's full of wonderful choices, so you might enjoy checking them out.

[@Twilightwitchery]

Your shawl is gorgeous! Looks so cozy and comforting. Also, I appreciate the yarn info!! If been wanting to branch out but my budget is tight.

[@YoungfolkKnits]

I Hope you found some inspo

[@HeleneTourneroche]

Hi! Very interesting podcast! I bought the Trinigan pattern by Andrea Mowry when it came out but I won't be able to knit it with Spincycle because it's not easy to find it where I live (Catalonya, Spain) and anyway, even if it was I could not afford it! So it's really nice to see that there are cheaper yet good alernative yarns. Thank you for sharing! Take care!

[@noelleparris9451]

Thanks very much for this. Super suggestions! Unfortunately I may have to but and try some of them for upcoming shawl projects (which my bank account might not like)...but who can resist more beautiful yarn?!