a friend to knit with - episode 53 The Moonset Tee and what's in my Summer Kitting Bag!

Hi Friends! A few finished knits including the Moon Set Tee and the Dartmoor. I also share what I have in my summer knitting bag for June.
Knit what you love! xx, leslie
Show Notes:
**Find me**
Blog: www.afriendtoknitwith.com​​
Instagram: / lesliefriend
Ravelry: www.ravelry.com/projects/frie...
Shop my favorite knitting tools:
www.amazon.com/shop/lesliefriend
What I’m wearing:
Moon Set Tee:
www.ravelry.com/projects/frie...
**Off the needles**
Dartmoor:
www.ravelry.com/patterns/libr...
** On the needles**
Billie Sweater
www.ravelry.com/patterns/libr...
Yarn: Cascade 220
Best Friend Butterfly Blanket:
www.ravelry.com/patterns/libr...
Big Twist Value
Elizabeth Bradley Needlepoint:
americas.elizabethbradley.com/
My Fish:
americas.elizabethbradley.com...
Good Things!
Travel Bag:
cielsandals.com/products/slin...
Gap Straw Bag:
www.gap.com/browse/product.do...
Big Button to cover:
amzn.to/3RhSOQ9
Snippets Catcher Felted Bowl:
www.ravelry.com/patterns/libr...
Notion Kits by Taci:
www.etsy.com/shop/TACIStudio
DARTMOOR KAL WINNERS:
LisaTKnits
Annies441
www.ravelry.com/patterns/libr...
Hosted by Margaret at Boboleros:
www.boboleros.com/
/ margaretwacyk
and Gina at SkeinCocaine:
www.skeincocaine.com/
/ skeincocaine
Thank you for watching Friends!

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  • @julielaw7825
    @julielaw7825Ай бұрын

    Your Billie pullover is just stunning. I just love your videos and feel just as if we know each other and are truly good friends. ❤

  • @LeslieFriend

    @LeslieFriend

    Ай бұрын

    Awe! That makes me so happy Julie! We certainly are good friends!😍😘

  • @kathleen6805
    @kathleen6805Ай бұрын

    Love seeing you again and so enjoy your podcasts. Thank you for taking the time to share all your projects ❤❤❤❤❤

  • @LeslieFriend

    @LeslieFriend

    Ай бұрын

    Awe. Thank you so much for visiting Kathleen!🩷

  • @angelastephens82
    @angelastephens82Ай бұрын

    Hi friend! Just had to let you know I ordered the ciel bag. Spoke with the maker and she’s was like “ I don’t know what’s going on but we’ve had a huge demand for this bag this month!” Ahahahahaha! You influencer!

  • @LeslieFriend

    @LeslieFriend

    Ай бұрын

    HA! YAY! SO glad you found it! I hope you love it as much as me! Happy knitting (and walking) friend! ;) xx

  • @user-il9cv2zw4l
    @user-il9cv2zw4l28 күн бұрын

    hi i always enjoy watching you

  • @LeslieFriend

    @LeslieFriend

    28 күн бұрын

    Awe! Thank you! And thanks so much for stopping by!🩷

  • @friendshipjoy9841
    @friendshipjoy9841Ай бұрын

    Beautiful knits as always! 👍

  • @LeslieFriend

    @LeslieFriend

    Ай бұрын

    Awe! Thank you friend! xx

  • @Kaet_RN
    @Kaet_RNАй бұрын

    Your tee is so lovely, your stitches look so even, it’s remarkable! It seems like one of those items you will reach for often. What an adventure Libby is on! I hope she is having the best time in nyc ❤

  • @heikek.b.2154
    @heikek.b.2154Ай бұрын

    Dear Leslie, It's so nice to see you again after what feels like a long time. The sweater looks great on you. I'm excited to be able to admire the embroidered fish in all its glory. You need a lot of patience for this. Good things take time. Stay healthy and cheerful, your friend Heike

  • @LeslieFriend

    @LeslieFriend

    Ай бұрын

    Hi sweet Heike! Thanks so much for stopping by. I always appreciate you visiting! Hugs and happy knitting! 🩷

  • @LeslieFriend

    @LeslieFriend

    Ай бұрын

    Hi sweet Heike! Thanks so much for stopping by. I always appreciate you visiting! Hugs and happy knitting! 🩷

  • @pam3744
    @pam3744Ай бұрын

    Love your projects and your uplifting personality -

  • @LeslieFriend

    @LeslieFriend

    Ай бұрын

    Well that is just the kindest. Thank you!🩷

  • @Lisatknits
    @LisatknitsАй бұрын

    I won a KAL prize! I thought I had missed the winner announcements somehow so I was so surprised. I just thought I was catching up on one of my favorite podcasts and I end up winning a prize. Thanks so much for hosting the KAL Leslie it was so much fun. ❤❤

  • @LeslieFriend

    @LeslieFriend

    Ай бұрын

    Yay Lisa!!! Could you please message me your address on ravelry?! 🩷🩷🩷 congratulations!

  • @Lisatknits

    @Lisatknits

    Ай бұрын

    @@LeslieFriend I just sent it in Ravelry. Thank you! 🧶🌸🥰

  • @tacistudio
    @tacistudioАй бұрын

    You are so sweet. I love all of your projects and of course looove your summer bag … it makes me so happy to know you like your little toolkit and keep it close to you. It makes my heart so happy. Thank you for showing it here. It’s so helpful to me 😘🥰 ❤❤❤

  • @LeslieFriend

    @LeslieFriend

    Ай бұрын

    Awe. Thank you Taci! Your tool kits are the BEST!!! Everyone needs one!🩷🩷🩷

  • @bonniechoplin4086
    @bonniechoplin4086Ай бұрын

    I have made The Best Friend Butterfly Blanket for a first time mom and loved making it. Especially because it is so easy to take care of for mom/baby.

  • @LeslieFriend

    @LeslieFriend

    Ай бұрын

    Yay! Makes me so happy Bonnie! I love that about the yarn, too! xx

  • @LisaPaulEddy_
    @LisaPaulEddy_Ай бұрын

    Love it! Good to see you.

  • @LeslieFriend

    @LeslieFriend

    Ай бұрын

    Awe! Thanks Lisa!

  • @debrahookham1620
    @debrahookham1620Ай бұрын

    I always enjoy knitting with you! You knit the cutest things.

  • @LeslieFriend

    @LeslieFriend

    Ай бұрын

    Awe. Thank you Debra! Happy knitting friend! xx

  • @lakeviewchicachicago2042
    @lakeviewchicachicago2042Ай бұрын

    Your Moonset Tee is beautiful! Lol, I feel that I was listening to myself when you were talking about the stitches! I am the same way ! Adding it to my queue! 😊

  • @LeslieFriend

    @LeslieFriend

    Ай бұрын

    Ha! Love that we are all a little hard on ourselves. Makes for knits we want to wear! :) Happy knitting friend! xx

  • @cyndykoerber831
    @cyndykoerber831Ай бұрын

    I have been thinking about my needlepoints for so long! Ugh! Might be my weekend project….. cyndy

  • @LeslieFriend

    @LeslieFriend

    Ай бұрын

    Love summer needlepointing! Happy stitching friend! xx

  • @lsdev4229
    @lsdev4229Ай бұрын

    An all over cable sweater was my very first sweater I knitted 17 yrs ago and I just knit an all over cardigan by Marie Greene called Fiadh. Cables aren't as difficult as they look. Thanks Leslie, always nice to see you and what you are up to whenever you get a chance. Summers are short on the Atlantic Coast so you need to enjoy them while you can🥰🇨🇦Sharon.

  • @LeslieFriend

    @LeslieFriend

    Ай бұрын

    Hi Sharon! I will need to look up your cable sweater! I love cabled cardi's! Thank you friend for watching! Happy knitting! xx

  • @suemccord9723
    @suemccord9723Ай бұрын

    Thank you for sharing all the goodies and beautiful knits. 🤗

  • @LeslieFriend

    @LeslieFriend

    28 күн бұрын

    Awe. Thank you Sue for watching. 😍🩷💚

  • @ursulamanwiller5630
    @ursulamanwiller5630Ай бұрын

    Thank you for another enjoyable podcast!

  • @LeslieFriend

    @LeslieFriend

    Ай бұрын

    Aw! Thanks so much for the visit!🩷🩷🩷

  • @carlajewett1091
    @carlajewett1091Ай бұрын

    Another fun episode. Thx, Les…

  • @LeslieFriend

    @LeslieFriend

    Ай бұрын

    Aw! Thank you, Carla! I so appreciate your visit xx

  • @belindafernandes5712
    @belindafernandes5712Ай бұрын

    You are such a beautiful knitter..

  • @LeslieFriend

    @LeslieFriend

    Ай бұрын

    Awe. Thank you so much! 💖

  • @joy1400
    @joy1400Ай бұрын

    Love seeing you here again and I love your moonset tee!! So pretty on you!

  • @LeslieFriend

    @LeslieFriend

    Ай бұрын

    Thank you sweet Joy!🩷

  • @dianetetz438
    @dianetetz438Ай бұрын

    Great to see you Leslie! Love all the knits. I noticed the button on your straw bag right away! 💗

  • @LeslieFriend

    @LeslieFriend

    Ай бұрын

    Awe! Thanks for visiting Diane! That button makes me very happy. 🤩 Happy Knitting! xx

  • @unrulyknitter
    @unrulyknitterАй бұрын

    I am plugging along and hopefully finishing my Dartmoor today - knitting while I watched your episode!! Love your Moonset tee and your Billie is going to be breathtaking! Cheers to summer!

  • @LeslieFriend

    @LeslieFriend

    Ай бұрын

    Can’t wait to see your Dartmoor Rhonda! 🩶🩶🩶

  • @ninadavidson3297
    @ninadavidson3297Ай бұрын

    Thanks Leslie….. I too used to be a winter knitter/summer tapestry person but then I fell in love with all the summer yarns…… trouble is there just not enough hours in the day (love Elizabeth Bradley too) xx

  • @LeslieFriend

    @LeslieFriend

    Ай бұрын

    It’s so true!!! We need more hours!!! I wish sleep wasn’t so necessary!🤭

  • @conniesmith1081
    @conniesmith1081Ай бұрын

    Just love your podcast and I have been looking every week to see if you had made another episode! As alwasy it was lovely! Almost as good as being right in front of you having a cup of tea! Your sweater looks awesome on. you!

  • @LeslieFriend

    @LeslieFriend

    Ай бұрын

    Awe. That is so so sweet!!! Thank you so much!!! You really made my heart happy! 🩷

  • @patricialeib6565
    @patricialeib6565Ай бұрын

    I’m just waiting on my sourdough in the oven so it was was cool to hear you mention time to stretch and fold. Love how the Caidree sweater turned out.

  • @LeslieFriend

    @LeslieFriend

    Ай бұрын

    How fun! Isn’t sourdough just the best? And so easy. I never want to eat any other bread! Thanks for visiting friend!🩷

  • @lieslnew8247
    @lieslnew8247Ай бұрын

    Hi Leslie. I loved every single thing about this catch up. The tee is lovely and I really appreciate that I am not the only one that has serious doubts about my WIPs only to find that when I finish they are OK. Love the Dartmoor. I always thought the sleeves too big - never thought of seaming the sides. 😊. And that bag!!! With the needlepoint button. Chefs kiss. 😘 always great to hear from you. ❤❤

  • @LeslieFriend

    @LeslieFriend

    Ай бұрын

    Awe! Thanks so much for the visit friend!!!! Made my heart big!❤️

  • @dgraves1006
    @dgraves1006Ай бұрын

    How have I not seen your podcasts before. I’ve now queued a few new sweaters (ugh), loved watching you and I will now catch up with your other posts.

  • @LeslieFriend

    @LeslieFriend

    Ай бұрын

    Awe! Thank you for finding me and for being a friend to knit with! Happy Knitting! xx

  • @claudiahuffmaster8249
    @claudiahuffmaster8249Ай бұрын

    What an inspirational podcast! I am looking up all your links! Love the needlepoint. My kids are the same age as yours. I have been following you since you had a blog. When my boys were younger I stenciled similar looking fish in their room. It just made me smile! Your sweaters are beautiful!

  • @LeslieFriend

    @LeslieFriend

    Ай бұрын

    Awe! That makes me so happy Claudia! Thank you! How did our kids grow so fast?!🫣❤️

  • @MikiCrespo
    @MikiCrespoАй бұрын

    Absolutely beautiful Moon Set Tee 🌚

  • @LeslieFriend

    @LeslieFriend

    Ай бұрын

    Thanks you friend!🩷

  • @casuarinagirl8067
    @casuarinagirl8067Ай бұрын

    Well that was wonderful. I love when I see your face pop up 😆 oh plant yarns are always so trying!! It’s funny we are so hard on our makes and it’s not noticeable at all. Can’t even see the white mohair change 💪🏻 love the tee, elevated basics 🥰 that’s the area I’m finally going to head down. I love knitting the interesting but reach for the basics when I get dressed 😣 so I’ve given away ½ my wardrobe and will frog some where I want the yarn and have more fun again. More clothes than I need but my soul needs to create so….. 🤭😬😂 thanks for sharing, Karen 😘

  • @LeslieFriend

    @LeslieFriend

    Ай бұрын

    Oh Karen I soooooo hear ya!!! I am drawn to the fun and interesting pieces but that is just not how I dress. I have tried to be more mindful in the past few years and really think of a piece I’ll be worn! I bet whoever you have your gorgeous knits to was over the moon!!! You do such amazing work!!!!🩷🩷🩷

  • @sharonvanpelt6005
    @sharonvanpelt6005Ай бұрын

    I enjoyed the episode. I have the Moon Set Tee pattern but haven't made it yet but think now I'll move it up on my list to do. And seeing your butterfly blanket reminded me that I started one and I need to get back to it. Hope you have a great week and I'm looking forward to seeing your summer knits. Take care.

  • @LeslieFriend

    @LeslieFriend

    Ай бұрын

    Awe. So sweet. It really is a wearable piece!!! Happy knitting sweet friend!🤍

  • @fazzybear3
    @fazzybear3Ай бұрын

    The Dartmoor was so much fun to knit! I too was going to make it a vest, but ended up putting the sleeves on. It's pretty bulky so I need to find skinny jeans to wear it with. I also saw Yan's Dartmoor in person as she had Aimee of La Bien Aimee visit her store for a meet-and-greet brunch and shopping event! I drove over from the Jersey Shore and it was so worth the trip!

  • @LeslieFriend

    @LeslieFriend

    Ай бұрын

    Oh! Maybe I will run into you at forever yarn sometime! I can’t wait to get back there… We so enjoyed driving down the Jersey shore and spending some time in Cape May! Happy knitting friend!🩷

  • @marjoriebahm9239
    @marjoriebahm9239Ай бұрын

    Love your Moon Set Tee. Lovely color. I'm currently knitting the Anker Tee on US2 needles with Rowan Summerlite 4ply 100% cotton. It's lovely but it takes forever! Great to see you back again. Love your podcasts.

  • @LeslieFriend

    @LeslieFriend

    Ай бұрын

    Oh! I love the anker Tee! that’s going to be amazing! Especially out of Rowan summer light. It will be well worth the time! Thanks so much for visiting friend!🩷

  • @kathiep.7734
    @kathiep.7734Ай бұрын

    Love the tee! And your bags! Stretch and fold! Those I know well..as well as needlepoint..knitters usually are multi crafters😊

  • @LeslieFriend

    @LeslieFriend

    Ай бұрын

    Hahah! Busy busy makers. 🤓🤩😍 I once had someone tell me it was all self imposed busyness. (RUDE!) 😂

  • @emmalambert5594
    @emmalambert5594Ай бұрын

    So nice to see you again my Friend. 💐 Absolutely beautiful knits you have shared. My summer goal is to embroider pillow cases that says Guide us waking, O Lord, and guide us sleeping; that awake we may watch with Christ, and asleep rest in His peace. Yes I agree we’re did all the babies come from I need five at this point. I so appreciate the Butterfly blanket pattern. Thank you for the help and tips you share. Your simple the Best knitting friend 💐

  • @LeslieFriend

    @LeslieFriend

    Ай бұрын

    Awe. Thank you Emma!!! And your pillow cases are going to be amazing!!! 💫🙏 love that so much!!! 💫🩷💫🩷💫

  • @mama_knitter
    @mama_knitter29 күн бұрын

    So happy to watch another video from you. Thank you for keeping me updated on what’s in style, I want you to dress me, I’m currently in the throes of parenthood and don’t have time to peak out from under my rock 😂 I love bags so much and so I just put that one on my wishlist. Do you think the fanny pack bag trend is going out of style anytime soon? ❤Ashley

  • @mama_knitter

    @mama_knitter

    29 күн бұрын

    Also I was thinking about cross stitch but omg I think needlepoint is what I’ve been looking for, thank you so much for the info!

  • @LeslieFriend

    @LeslieFriend

    28 күн бұрын

    Awe Ashley! Nothing better than what you are currently doing! Wear that chocolate and those smudges with pride. They are your badge of honor!!! I remember when my kids were young someone told me “hold on tight! This ride is fast!” And it totally is. Enjoy every minute. And yes! I think the Fanny pack is here for a bit!!!🩷🩷🩷🩷🩷hugs.

  • @mirosderegil
    @mirosderegilАй бұрын

    I had bought that Moon Set Tee pattern a few months back, but haven't gotten around to knitting it. So happy you made it!!! It looks super beautiful and flattering on you! Great job! You chose a very beatiful color of yarn that suits you very well. Always happy to see a new upload from you! ❤!!!

  • @LeslieFriend

    @LeslieFriend

    Ай бұрын

    Awe! Thank you friend! 🩶🩶🩶and thanks so much for stopping by!

  • @mirosderegil

    @mirosderegil

    Ай бұрын

    @@LeslieFriend Always happy to do so ☺❤🙏

  • @TrudySchwartzBurrill
    @TrudySchwartzBurrillАй бұрын

    I needle point as well. My avatar is one I have unfinished. 8 have to take the mouth out and redo it. Its so bad. I am an ex art instructor so I’ve done many types of media. Some are favorites Fiber has been a forever joy. I also make Temari Balks. They are fabulous. Macram, cross point a tad too. Embroidery is awesome. I like embroidering on my knits sometimes too. Thanks Leslie. Always enjoy knitting while I watch you. 🧶😃

  • @LeslieFriend

    @LeslieFriend

    Ай бұрын

    Wow. You truly have all the needleworks in your fingers! I love it!!! I wish I was better at embroidery. Maybe one day! Happy stitching friend!🩷

  • @hebulanebula
    @hebulanebulaАй бұрын

    I love the idea of the fanny pack knitting bag! I traveled recently, and missed my knitting, but I didn’t know for sure what the airport would accept..and I didn’t want My ChiaoGoo needles taken from me . Nice to see your face 😊 your current whip looks like a sweater my Mom made me years ago. I still wear it..same color yarn too. So beautiful ! Be Well Leslie.

  • @LeslieFriend

    @LeslieFriend

    Ай бұрын

    Hi! The only place I have ever had. My needles taken away was exiting Mexico! Traveling into the United States. And in the US, I have never had an issue. They never even look at them. As a matter of fact, No one has looked at them for a long time! in any country! I’m not sure I would know what to do traveling and not knitting!🤣😂 happy knitting friend! Thanks for visiting!🩷

  • @sueh8547
    @sueh854729 күн бұрын

    Love your podcasts! I’m curious about your trout needlepoint project. Do you do the cross stitch or just the slanted (regular?) stitch. You’ve inspired me to try something new 🩷

  • @LeslieFriend

    @LeslieFriend

    28 күн бұрын

    Hi!!! yes you do cross stitch but the entire canvas is covered. Dot unlike how you leave the background or other parts empty when you’re actually cross stitching. The Elizabeth Bradley kids absolutely lovely and the quality is incredible. Thanks for stopping by Sue! 🩷🩷🩷

  • @sueh8547

    @sueh8547

    28 күн бұрын

    @@LeslieFriend Thank you so much for responding to my question. I just purchased the Two Fat Suffolk Lamb kit from Elizabeth Bradley 💜 Now I'm watching KZread videos about the Victorian Cross stitch method. Thanks again Leslie!

  • @bethpaschal7859
    @bethpaschal7859Ай бұрын

    Great to knit with you this morning Leslie! I was so happy to see your podcast ❤️. Your knits are beautiful, but I especially love that you’re making another Best Friend Butterfly blanket! I’ve made so many of those and I love your pattern (and the history behind it). You seem relaxed and happy after your travels. Is Libby going to teach in NYC or work in another field?

  • @LeslieFriend

    @LeslieFriend

    Ай бұрын

    Awe. So happy you love the best friend butterfly blanket too. It truly wears so well! Libby unfortunately decided she did not want to teach anymore still involved in education as she is now selling curriculum to schools. 💫🙌❤️

  • @edytheneumann4656
    @edytheneumann4656Ай бұрын

    Thanks Leslie! Missed you! Love your makes and favorite things. Seems to me you had a little pattern for the scrubbie?

  • @LeslieFriend

    @LeslieFriend

    Ай бұрын

    Hi!!!! Awe thanks friend! Yes! Scrubble pattern: www.themakeyourownzone.com/round-knit-scrubby-pattern/

  • @edytheneumann4656

    @edytheneumann4656

    Ай бұрын

    @@LeslieFriend Thank you!!

  • @finbohannon9581
    @finbohannon9581Ай бұрын

    I got really excited about the button! I went straight to English Amazon. I thought it would be the kit😢😢😢 it was just the button and it takes 6 months to get here(by ship?)….also no needle point…..where do I find the lovely sunflower, please ? I would love a whole kit…does it exist?… love your channel, from rainy England! X less excited, Fin 😢

  • @LeslieFriend

    @LeslieFriend

    Ай бұрын

    Hi Fin! Oh so sorry! The button cover can be covered with anything! Even knitting!😎 but you can use fabric or needlepoint too. My sister charted that out but I will look around for something similar. 🩷🩷🩷

  • @anitabechtel5180
    @anitabechtel5180Ай бұрын

    Good morning. Great episode as always. Would you. mind sharing the name or website of the boutique you work at?

  • @LeslieFriend

    @LeslieFriend

    Ай бұрын

    Hi Anita! Absolutely. I work at Carabella in Oakmont Pa. 💫 www.carabellaoakmont.com/

  • @arlenerainey
    @arleneraineyАй бұрын

    I love your leopard watch band! Is it for a Fitbit?

  • @LeslieFriend

    @LeslieFriend

    Ай бұрын

    Yes!!! I purchased it on Amazon!!! amzn.to/4bTAqFQ

  • @10amTracy
    @10amTracyАй бұрын

    Leslie, do you have any favorite LYS in Pittsburgh? I’ll be visiting in about 10 days, so I’d love to check out a store or two while I’m there.

  • @LeslieFriend

    @LeslieFriend

    Ай бұрын

    Hi Tracy! So wonderful! There is a shop in Oakmont called yarn by design that I like. And I recently found one in squirrel Hill called wild Child yarns. Both are great!🩷🩷🩷 have a wonderful visit!🤍

  • @10amTracy

    @10amTracy

    Ай бұрын

    @@LeslieFriend thank you! I’ll check them out 😊

  • @jhuntsman17
    @jhuntsman17Ай бұрын

    Leslie. Have you ever made the butterfly blanket for a baby boy

  • @LeslieFriend

    @LeslieFriend

    Ай бұрын

    Many!!!! This navy blue one will probably be for one!!! 💫🤍🤍🤍🤍

  • @jhuntsman17

    @jhuntsman17

    Ай бұрын

    @@LeslieFriend thank you so very much

  • @lowrifoyle9512
    @lowrifoyle9512Ай бұрын

    I love all your knits but have to say that the grey color or the moonset T is a horrible color for you! It washes you out. Stick to your cool colors-very few people look good in grey. Stick to ur colors

  • @LeslieFriend

    @LeslieFriend

    Ай бұрын

    Thank you!❤️❤️