What a great selection. I think the Simple Addition tee in short sleeves would look great on you in its original cropped shape over a long sun dress. So cute! So cute, in fact, that I already had it in my Ravelry favorites!

@WatchBarbaraKnit

2 жыл бұрын

I am so on the fence about the sweater over sundress look. I'd need more sundresses LOL.

I'd love to see a fave 5 beginner colourwork list, it's honestly a huge rabbit hole!

@WatchBarbaraKnit

2 жыл бұрын

Beginner colorwork.

Barbara, I just fell out of my chair based on the title alone! Tees? 😍

@WatchBarbaraKnit

2 жыл бұрын

Oh yeah baby! I'm considering knitting one myself!

Thanks for the suggestions! I'd love to see a fav 5 on patterns that are designed for large busts, especially if they have clever shaping. I always have to put in short rows otherwise the garments ride up in the front.

@WatchBarbaraKnit

2 жыл бұрын

I honestly don't know how I would search specifically for that.

Love the Azalea,,super cute..👍🤗

@WatchBarbaraKnit

2 жыл бұрын

I really like the detail on that one.

Great idea for a video, thank you! I'd love to wear knits in summer but I always struggle to find patterns that suit hot weather. They are either way too thick or so see-through that you'd need to wear something under it. I think the second pattern and the tunic were my favourites. In terms of ideas for the Fave5s, I think patterns that are suitable to wear in a wheelchair would be nice. Long shawls can get in the wheels, the elbows of sweaters wear thin on the armrests, gloves are shortlived experiences and there is a finite amount of hats one person can possibly wear. But it gets cold in a wheelchair, especially if you get pushed and don't move much yourself. And of course we want to show off our knitting skills and wear them around, too! :) Have a nice day!

@WatchBarbaraKnit

2 жыл бұрын

Because I don't need a mobility aid I am not certain I am the best person to make such a video. But I will do some research and see what I can come up with. Are cowls a good option?

@Keks148

2 жыл бұрын

@@WatchBarbaraKnit Cowls are great. Also for example shoulder capes, lap blankets, sweater vests or waistcoats or other short sleeved pullover types with elaborate yokes maybe, or shrug jackets. Maybe accessories for the wheelchair itself, like bags or armrest covers, coud be an option. I see how it can be a difficult subject, so please don't feel that you have to make a Fave5s about it. I'll be happy with any Fave5s theme you come up with anyway :) Maybe "Knits for the time between winter and spring, when the weather is mild"? I don't know what that would be called in english, but in german it's Übergangskleidung (best known for the Übergangsjacke).

These are all wonderful....thanks Barbara 💋🌺😍

@WatchBarbaraKnit

2 жыл бұрын

You are so welcome!

I’ve been seriously knitting for about 11 years but I rarely make things that have to fit. (I think I’m gauge challenged.) Anyway, this fall I made my first grown up cardigan, called Stepping Stones. It was pretty easy to knit - no button band! - although it still came out small for what my swatch predicted. Blocked it like crazy and it’s fine. Anyway, it’s size inclusive, had directions for modifications, including for “beefy” arms, and I think it would work in cotton or linen. (Mine is wool.) Just sharing in case anyone is interested. Thanks for the great ideas, Barbara! I might have to try the Valentine Tee!

@WatchBarbaraKnit

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing!

Perfect, just what I was looking for last year! Ok, it works this year, ha.

@WatchBarbaraKnit

2 жыл бұрын

Patterns don't go bad LOL.

I love this thank you I love how simple and minimal these patterns are where you can wear them with anything thank you

@WatchBarbaraKnit

2 жыл бұрын

I was really thinking about what could add flexibility to your wardrobe.

Thank you for finding these! The patterns are adorable and.... now in my que. Please, come over to the 'dark side' of garments! It'll be fun!

@WatchBarbaraKnit

2 жыл бұрын

There is a very high chance of one of these getting made by me.

I love your videos. I am not a garment knitter anymore. I would like to see more lacy and mosaic crescent form shawl/cowl patterns using sport or light DK yarns.

@WatchBarbaraKnit

2 жыл бұрын

You'll have to twist my arm *wink*

I enjoyed your thoughts on size alterations, make it and make it work for you approach on the patterns. I also like how you select patterns that are simple enough for a beginner to approach and break the patterns down to components so it’s encouraging. Speaking of cool weather apparel, I’d like to see your favorite 5 about knit tank tops, maybe some with capped sleeves and especially ones that kindly cover the skin between the armpits and chest. Thanks.

@WatchBarbaraKnit

2 жыл бұрын

So by definition tank tops don't have sleeves ... so I'm a little confused what you are wanting. But I do love a tank!

@BeautifulOaks

2 жыл бұрын

@@WatchBarbaraKnit True, tanks don’t have sleeves. Oops...I was referring to knit T shirts or tunics. I would like to see knit tank tops and knit T shirts with caplet sleeves please.

Great five. Good ideas. How about a fave five for pillows or home decor?

@WatchBarbaraKnit

2 жыл бұрын

Great idea!! It is now on my list!

Nice! Added all but one to my Ravelry faves!

@WatchBarbaraKnit

2 жыл бұрын

Yay, 4 out of 5 is good!

Great video 🤗 I look forward to knitting some of these T’s. Have you thought about doing a fav 5 on knitted socks?

@WatchBarbaraKnit

2 жыл бұрын

I can do socks!

I really love these videos that you do. I love scrolling through ravelry even though I have so many wip but it's even better seeing what you find. I love the details you pick up on and the designers you find. I very close friend is currently pregnant so I already have an endless list of things I want to make for her but would love you to do a baby/child accessories like blankets, toys, teethers etc. I know it won't interest everyone but it would be great to see what you find

@WatchBarbaraKnit

2 жыл бұрын

I will see about baby stuff!

Made the Dust Devils mitts by Laura Aylor that you highlighted on the Fave 5. They were allot of fun with all the switches of directions.

@WatchBarbaraKnit

2 жыл бұрын

That is awesome to hear!

Great theme and nice choice of patterns. I am going to knit a T for my sister who lives in FL. I found a nice pattern via Quince & Co based in Maine. The pattern is 'Strala'. The yarn is 100% linen. (I don't work for them!) 11 sizes, U.S. 4. Not sure how you narrowed your search, there are gazillions of options.

@WatchBarbaraKnit

2 жыл бұрын

Quince does lovely, minimalist pieces. So I narrow my search in several different ways. One of my primary considerations is that I want to use my voice to lift up other smaller designers (like myself), so you'll rarely see me pick something from a yarn company (like Quince) or a "big name" designer. Things are also narrowed down by who I can get permission to use photos from. I get permission from the copyright holder to use each image.

Nice picks; I'm in Florida too... Thank you...🤗

@WatchBarbaraKnit

2 жыл бұрын

Glad you like them!

Thank you for sharing. I will try one or two of those tee. They are all beautiful.

@WatchBarbaraKnit

2 жыл бұрын

Have fun!

You've selected some very pretty tees to showcase. I think the first one is the one I'd wear most as it has a simple elegance about it, but the others are lovely, too. Thank you for showing us this diverse selection.

@WatchBarbaraKnit

2 жыл бұрын

I am glad you liked them!

Love the fave 5!

@WatchBarbaraKnit

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

Very nice! Thank you.

@WatchBarbaraKnit

2 жыл бұрын

Glad you liked it!

Thank you!

@WatchBarbaraKnit

2 жыл бұрын

You're welcome!

Thank you for this video Barbara! I live in sunny Queensland, and see so many beautiful sweaters patterns that I only have a very limited time to wear, so these options are perfect for the mainly hot weather here. I might even give linen a try :D

@WatchBarbaraKnit

2 жыл бұрын

Linen can be rough to knit with but when it is washed it is divine!

could you do a fave 5 of challenging inspirational designs? with advanced techniques used?

@WatchBarbaraKnit

2 жыл бұрын

Hmmm, that could be fun and interesting. Thanks for the suggestion.

As a Clearwater Fl. resident , I lust after light weight tops. How many shawls can one wear? Need to step out of my comfort zone & try one of these patterns! Thank you Barbara 😘

@WatchBarbaraKnit

2 жыл бұрын

You an me both re: comfort zone.

Love this! And I'm knitting a summer t-shirt right now so a nice coincidence. Would love to see some examples of androgynous/gender neutral garments if you're interested in that

@WatchBarbaraKnit

2 жыл бұрын

I’m all for gender neutral! I’m not sure how to search for that but I’ll see what I can figure out.

Good day! As usual, I really enjoyed watching at your video and admire your findings! My request for a subject would be: How to deal with too much knitting inspiration? What I mean by that is sometimes, I see a rectangular shawl pattern... then, I begin to think about the yarn in my stash... then I say to myself that the pattern could be turned into a very cute bag... and this goes on and on and on... then, I want to give it a try and I end up with 3 or 4 projects at the same time. I always finish them, but how long it takes!!!!!! Ouf! only telling you what's on my mind is making me dizzy...

@WatchBarbaraKnit

2 жыл бұрын

I'm afraid that I have the same problem and I haven't figured out how to focus yet LOL. My primary solution is that I am very monogamous in my knitting. I won't let myself start something new while something is on the needles.

Thank you so much for beautiful plus tee-shirts and giving alternatives to revelry. When you talk about ease, do you measure yourself, decide how much ease you want, add those and then look for that number in pattern. I quess I’m asking if the pattern has ease included or not? Maybe you could do a program going more in-depth on that. Also I would like to know what yarn weights can be combined to make another weight. Is there a chart I could get. I hope I’m clear. Thank you so much. You are a real encourager

@WatchBarbaraKnit

2 жыл бұрын

I had to make a whole video to answer your question on ease: kzread.info/dash/bejne/l2afudGxlMird9Y.html

Thanks for this video. Living in Los Angeles, I'm looking for short sleeves or 3/4 sleeve tops for the spring/summer. I also like V necks best. I'm going to check these out. I appreciate your research for us and the discussion of sizes and yarns that would work best. for them.

@WatchBarbaraKnit

2 жыл бұрын

The great thing about short vs 3/4 is all you gotta do is keep knitting LOL! Have fun.

Oh FL gal here too, I absolutely love the first v neck tee and I’d totally make it more of a longer 3/4 type length sleeve, (I too have beefy upper arms and many tops are snug on my arms) plus a little modesty for the “wings” always gives my confidence a boost. Wouldn’t that tee with a garter stitch boarder of the Tee look cute!?

@WatchBarbaraKnit

2 жыл бұрын

Improvise away! Most of these pieces are ripe for modifying once you have a good fit.

thank you so much. it is frustrating to find something that goes beyond 60" Bust.

@WatchBarbaraKnit

2 жыл бұрын

I totally understand.

Barb, thank you for researching all of these patterns. I did pick a favorite for myself. When these have so many sizes, does the author take different measurements and adjust the numbers? Or does someone actually knit each size so we know they work?

@WatchBarbaraKnit

2 жыл бұрын

It is not industry standard to knit a sample in every size. If that were the case patterns would cost considerably more than they do. Designers do something called grading to size up/down from their original design. Some designers use test knitters but even then not all of the sizes will necessarily get knit.

I love cardigans with pockets have any recommendations

@WatchBarbaraKnit

2 жыл бұрын

That is very narrow and specific LOL! I will put it on the list.

Hi Barbara Long time viewer, first time writer lol. I love your videos. I am a pre-beginner knitter. Which project would I have the most success with? By success I mean finishing it. Thank you for everything you do.

@Keks148

2 жыл бұрын

Please just don't knit a boring long scarf, those never get finished. I think a pair of fingerless mitts that are knitted flat and then seamed on one side are great, esp. with a little bit of texture. Maybe "Warm Hands Fingerless Mitts" by taffylass knits or "Absolute Beginner's Fingerless Mitts" by Tina Johnston, both on Ravelry. For a step beyond pre-beginning, Barbara has lots of beautiful patterns that would make a great second project. Have a nice day!

@lucillegriffin9525

2 жыл бұрын

@@Keks148 sounds like a great idea

@sewhappysarahr8912

2 жыл бұрын

@@Keks148 I love Nimble knits fingerless mitts. They are knit flat. They were my first non-hat pattern and I love them so much.

@WatchBarbaraKnit

2 жыл бұрын

I think the finger-less mitts are a great idea!