As a mom who’s daughter who is about to leave for college I cried hearing your words about your daughter. My daughter is going through growing pains and is pushing me away. It’s hard knowing she’s leaving in a few weeks but she is pushing me away right now. She doesn’t interact with her sibilings or her parents. It’s like she’s become a roommate over night. I am heart broken and broken hearted for you too. Motherhood the hardest job you will ever love. ♥️

@TheKnittyKats

2 ай бұрын

It is soooooo hard. We just have to pray like warriors and let it be. Not easy.

On my birthday several years ago, I missed a call from my grandmother. She left me a voicemail telling my "Happy Birthday!" She passed away very unexpectedly less than 2 months later. I still have that message!

@TheKnittyKats

2 ай бұрын

Oh my goodness. How grateful you must be to have that!

In the UK the nicer you are, the more these workmen take advantage. X

@TheKnittyKats

2 ай бұрын

That is not good. 😌

Ooh I enjoyed this one verry mutch… your story with your daughter … so happy she called you❤love the poncho!! gonna make one!!! happy knitting/crochet big hug from belgium

@TheKnittyKats

2 ай бұрын

I will take that hug!!!!🤗

I am just finding you thanks to Knitty McPurly. I have only watched one episode so far but I will be watching more.

@TheKnittyKats

Ай бұрын

Awww Thank you Lisa. Yes... I am a big fan of Devin and her yarn.

I love all maps, but especially relief maps, too. Growing up we also always had a relief map of Colorado and one of the U.S. hanging in my dad’s home office. My heart literally skipped a beat when you shared yours! 😍

@TheKnittyKats

2 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing! That is super cool. You don’t see many around anymore.

Love all the ponchos!

@TheKnittyKats

2 ай бұрын

Thank you😍

I lived in Indiana and my friend and I would crochet with material strips. The baskets came out so nice and firm. We went to a woman who had a garage full of bolts of material that was like 1-2 inches wide. It was so much fun!

@TheKnittyKats

2 ай бұрын

I need to try that. I have a lot of old sheets I could use!!!

I have 3 adopted daughters ages 21,22,23. Last July through November I was estranged from my middle daughter. It was heart wrenching. Knowing I could pray for her was one thing that would soothe my heart. Thankfully we reconnected on her birthday in November. She has given me my first grandchild and I’m so thankful I am part of her life again. When she wasn’t speaking to us and I would share it with church friends asking them to pray I was shocked to hear how many would say that their daughters didn’t speak to them for a year or five or ten years. So hard on our mom hearts 💕!

@TheKnittyKats

2 ай бұрын

Oh gosh. I am so glad you have reconciled with your daughter. Prayers are powerful!!!

Love that you talk about crochet. I am a crocheter first and learning to knit. Crocheters tend to feel left out alot in the fiber community.

@TheKnittyKats

2 ай бұрын

Oh no, crocheting is the best. Just the best.

You brought me to tears. I thought I was the only mom in the world that has been shut out by their child. My son moved to another state and I feel like he left on bad terms. And the other day he called to “check in” and we talked for an hour. I cried like a baby with joy after that phone call. I guess all us moms go through similar. Thanks for sharing your story about your daughter. ❤

@TheKnittyKats

2 ай бұрын

Oh my gosh. You made ME cry. It is so hard sometimes.

What fun seeing you!

@TheKnittyKats

2 ай бұрын

Thank you.

I enjoyed your podcast. You are so interesting to listen to. I look forward to your next podcast. Looking forward to talk crochet hooks.

@TheKnittyKats

2 ай бұрын

Wonderful! I will get started on that episode.

Thank you for sharing your relief map of Colarado and the mountains. I'm in Canberra Australia. I love seeing where other knitters live. I didn't know how mountainous it is there! Tectonic plates are awsome❤!😊

@TheKnittyKats

2 ай бұрын

You are welcome. I love having another plate tectonic friend❤️

Very interesting to see the reliëf map of Colorado. We have one of this reliëf maps on our wall of the Pyrenees. My husband and I walked these mountains from the atlantic to the mediteranian in the summer of 2011.

@TheKnittyKats

2 ай бұрын

Very cool! I love maps in general.

Loved your video today. 🇬🇧

@TheKnittyKats

2 ай бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it

It’s funny that you had this “Crochet” themed podcast. Crochet has been in my life since I was 6 yrs old ❤❤ I’m probably older than you. I always known how to knit since I was taught at the same time as Crochet but withIn the last few years I dedicated my time to strengthening my knitting skills. I’ve made many knit and crochet items over the last 60 years. I now have 4 Grandaughters between the ages of 4- 18 & they all want the jethro sweater jacket(crochet & knit) After those I’m going to come up with a sweater for the grandson. MY Daughter and my daughter in law are waiting in the wings to tell me their specifics on color themes. I’m here swimming in granny squares.

@TheKnittyKats

2 ай бұрын

Isn’t it awesome that they want your handmade items? They will be treasured.

I'm not a mom but was really touched by your story about your daughter. Thanks for sharing. As I watched your podcast, I was crocheting granny squares for the first time in a long time. I'm going to make Tanis Fiber Arts' Jethro cardigan using Double Sunday yarn from Sandnes Garn. I, too, love crochet but I'm passionate about knitting, so I make room for both, like you do. Happy hooking & knitting!

@TheKnittyKats

2 ай бұрын

Thank you. Yes, finding time for everything we love is a challenge.

God Bless you for having the wisdom to give your daughter the space she needs right now. I have a friend who didn't do that when her daughter was around that age, as the daughter pulled away she held on tighter & tighter. That caused fights & hard words to be shared on both sides causing a complete split between my friend & both her daughters that has now lasted for several years. She has not been allowed any contact with her daughter's own children since their births. So while you may cry & be sad now ultimately you will be happy in the future. I wish you well. I am the mother of two boys & while I always wanted daughters I've come to realize boys are easier!

@TheKnittyKats

2 ай бұрын

Thank you for your parenting encouragement. It is hard letting my bird fly- but I know it is what she needs to do.

Oh! Your Ankker sweater is beautiful! Made me teary seeing it. What a wonderful way to feel close to your mom. I love seeing your makes. Yes...lol "words" can be challenging for me too. Your spinning is beautiful. I would love to learn to spin one day. I did just buy my first Featherweight...so um, I have way too many hobbies...lol. Thanks so much for sharing, and I look forward to your next podcast.

@TheKnittyKats

2 ай бұрын

Wow. You have a featherweight? I am so getting FOMO regarding those little machines. Do you love it?

@knittykatstudio

2 ай бұрын

@@TheKnittyKats Yes! I bought my featherweight earlier this month. I'm so in love with this sweet little machine. I named her Grace. I've actually just started another youtube channel called Sewing with Grace. That way I could make videos dedicated just to featherweight maintenance, quilting and sewing. 😁

love love the crochet content too. Lots of inspiration thank you x

@TheKnittyKats

2 ай бұрын

Thank you! 😊

After seeing the Teva sandals I went to the mall here and found them!’ They are so cute!! Thanks for what you do!

@TheKnittyKats

27 күн бұрын

Oh my goodness. Are they awesome?

I love Ponchos, and I love your Ponchos, especially the blue one. I am new (late starter) to the craft of knitting & crochet and have almost finished knitting my first handmade Poncho. We are entering winter here in Australia. Ponchos not only had some extra warmth, but are a great accessory and much easier to wear than shawls. I plan on making some light weight open ones for summer to wear over tan tops and which will help to cover up the tops of my arms 🙂 Thank you for another enjoyable and inspiring podcast. PS letting go of our children is very hard, it has taken me a few years to come to terms with it, however knowing that they are independent means as parents we have done our job. It also helped me by reflecting back on my youth when I was claiming my independence, it did not mean that I did not love my mum or still need her and wanted her in my life

@TheKnittyKats

2 ай бұрын

Thank you. Yes, I too try to remember what I did to my mom. I was very independent and I know my mom was lonely. 😞. It breaks my heart to think about now.

@anne-mareehern

2 ай бұрын

@@TheKnittyKats I was the same, I think we all do it. My mum passed away age 43years old so by the time I was old enough to understand, it was too late to apologize. My sons have done the same to me, and whilst it hurts so much at the time, I know they don't mean it (well I hope they don't LOL)

I love to crochet and, I agree, it’s much easier than knitting. Maybe because I’m a relatively new knitter. Love the beautiful knit sweaters you shared - I will aspire to someday knit a sweater. Look forward to your discussion on crochet hooks.

@TheKnittyKats

2 ай бұрын

Okie dokie.. I will get started on that!

I'm so happy that your daughter reached out to you. I know it is heartbreaking as I have also been through this with both of my daughters a few years after their Dad passed. They were out of college and on their own. It was a long 6 months....I often felt like I wished I had been the one to die so I would not have to go through losing my husband and then my daughters. When I mentioned it to a few of my friends, no one could relate because they never experienced this nor had they lost a spouse. Whatever the reason for the "break" it is not easy for us Mom's. Thank you for sharing with us as there are others who can relate and need to know they are not alone in dealing with this kind of relationship with our adult offspring. I truly hope that your relationship with your daughter will be stronger after this break. I love your vlogs and your knitting and spirit is lovely. Take care, Nancy

@TheKnittyKats

27 күн бұрын

Thank you Nancy. It is THE HARDEST. But she is coming around slowly but surely. I just have to let her come back slowly. We love our girls, but it is hard.

I love seeing all of your crochet projects. I look forward to hearing and seeing the information about hooks. Im glad you and your daughter are communicating again. I went through a similar time with my son (3 ½ years!). Thankfully, he is back in our lives and our relationship is healing.❤

@TheKnittyKats

2 ай бұрын

Wendy, I am so happy to hear you and your son are communicating. YOU are so strong for making it over 3 years. ARGH... that is heartbreaking..

Fun video! I’d love to hear more about crochet, I’m hoping to do more myself as I just finished a crochet blanket for a 5 year old in my life and it was so fun and relaxing. My heart goes out to you regarding your daughter. I had some ROUGH years with my older daughter from about age 14-18 and now she’ll be 21 next week and we have a great relationship. So hang in there I’m sure she’ll come around.

@TheKnittyKats

2 ай бұрын

Thank you Eileen!

I always look forward to your podcasts! You never disappoint and I was in tears as you spoke about your daughter. I thought my son would be home for the summer but he got himself a job at his college (I’m proud of his initiative and strong will but …its hard to let them fly and leave the nest) you give me strength to give him the space he evidently needs. Thank you so much for sharing and your courage gives me hope. ❤

@TheKnittyKats

2 ай бұрын

Oh Susan, this parenting gig is not for the faint of heart. Thank you for crying with me. I tear up over it often. I just have to let her go...and hope she comes back knowing that although my arms carried they weight of parenting her - they are also full of love.

Always love seeing you have a video! Love the garments, especially the socks. you are a good, understanding mother.. so sweet. sending love,hugs,prayers

@TheKnittyKats

2 ай бұрын

Thank you so much! You always say the nicest things.

It was so fun catching up with you! I love your ponchos and your crocheted top. As a crocheter, I am going to look up the pattern and the stiches to create one for myself. The sweater you created from your mother's fiber is beautiful. What a very special piece to have in your wardrobe. I admire your ability and foresight! I am a mother of 2 boys in their mid 20s, so I do not know what it is like to be the mother of a daughter but I will say that the journey of motherhood can be very difficult. I commend you on respecting your daughter's wishes, and I believe it shows what a great mother you are. Thank you for sharing your story.❤

@TheKnittyKats

2 ай бұрын

Wow. Thank you for the nice words and encouragement. Trying to navigate through this parenting gig is NOT for the faint of heart.

I love your crochet ponchos. I think I would wear something like that. Will go look at the pattern. I learned crochet after I learned knitting and I agree, crochet is easier. I love to do both, though. My daughter lives on the west coast and I am in PA. She is very busy and sometimes weeks go by without a chat - I get it, it’s hard.

@TheKnittyKats

2 ай бұрын

This being a mom gig is the hardest thing sometimes.

My favorite crochet sweater pattern is from the book "Modern Crochet Sweaters: 20 Chic Designs for Everyday Wear" by Janine Myska. It's a nice collection of very wearable pieces, the best I've seen in crochet.

@TheKnittyKats

Ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing!! I will check it out

@11Eleven11Eleven

Ай бұрын

@@TheKnittyKats I really like you poncho pattern! Very pretty and wearable!

Crocheting sweaters is really fun and so quick. I’ve made loads for myself and my daughters in law. Love Linda Skuja’s designs and, for really simple garments, Jess Coppom (Make Do and Crew), Janne (Joy of Motion Crochet) and Hey Carrie! (Crochet with Carrie) - all of whom have websites with free patterns. Your basket made me smile - I make round ones for cat beds and found that crocheting the sides twice as deep as required, folding the edges over a circle of cardboard keeps the sides stiff enough to support my furry friends in their slumber. They seem to prefer baskets that fit them when they are curled up rather than stretched out! Also make big round ones with handles for project baskets. Not sure how you stiffen a big basket - cornstarch & water, or other spray on fabric stiffeners (Amazon). Linda UK 💕🧶😽

@TheKnittyKats

2 ай бұрын

This is such great info. I am sharing this in my next podcast. Thank you!!!

Thank you for sharing the poncho pattern. Such a great idea! I've shared your podcast with my crochet friends, hope they enjoy it as much as I did. Relationships with kids evolve as they grow....you are in my prayers. Be on the lookout for when they find a partner too....just try to keep communication open. Texting is less confrontational...a Good Morning text can go a long way- and will help you keep your spirits up.

@TheKnittyKats

2 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing!! Gosh, what will I do when they find a mate. Argh 😖

Definitely sending a prayer your way. I went through this. We did a complete remodel, down to the studs of our house. We had to move for months. We live in a city with a Byzantine way of dealing with remodeling. Contractors hate to do jobs here. Anyway, about half way through the construction we moved back into the house and then.... the pandemic hit and the city shut down all construction for about a year. You have my sympathy!

@TheKnittyKats

2 ай бұрын

Yikes. Ok. You definitely win. Things must have come to a complete halt during Covid!

@lisabaca9331

2 ай бұрын

@@TheKnittyKats Now you see why I gain so much enjoyment and serenity from your broadcasts!

Drove through CO when my husband was driving “hotshot” truck in 2005 (after hurricane Katrina but before hurricane Rita hit the south). Mentioned to him love CO! I could see moving to the little town of Craig! 😊

@TheKnittyKats

2 ай бұрын

Awesome. Yes, my little hometown is the best. Such great memories.

You bring such a smile on my face when I listen to your podcast. You are joy. I didn’t see the name of that crochet book where you showed all the different patterns you could use for ponchos. Pls pass this title on to us. I don’t see where I can upload a pic but I have made a granny square sweater that I love and I wore it to the first Knitty McPurly retreat.

@TheKnittyKats

2 ай бұрын

Hi Barb. Thank you for saying that. Soooo sweet of you to the book is called “ the complete photo guide to crochet” 2nd edition. Pub 2014.

What an interesting podcast this was. You have renewed my interest in crochet and I can’t wait to start a poncho. I so much enjoy your podcasts. Thank you for sharing all your talents and small bits of your life .

@TheKnittyKats

2 ай бұрын

You are so welcome! Thank you for watching.

I’m still at the crochet part of your podcast, but I just have to stop and tell you how much I love your podcasts. You have such a kind and welcoming personality. I’ve mentioned before how encouraged I am by your openness about your faith. I am a Christian also and am so drawn to other knitters who share a love of Christ. I knit way more than I crochet, but I loved the Granny Square Tee. I’m hoping to order Devin/KnittyMcPurly’s Advent this year and wonder if that might work for the Tee. I’ve never ordered an Advent, but the Creator of the Universe theme thrills me. I’m sure it will be beautiful! I hope you are going to her retreat. This will be my first retreat and I am so excited to meet Devin’s followers as she (and you) seem to attract such kind people. Hope to meet you one day.

@TheKnittyKats

2 ай бұрын

Oh my goodness you are so sweet. Yes indeed, I unapologetically love Jesus!!! I would be in a puddle every single day without him in charge of my life. And Yes! I will be at the retreat. I am so excited. Please come find me.. thank you for encouragement.

Your ponchos are beautiful. I especially love the green color on you. I have been crocheting and knitting for a while now and have never made a poncho. I would definitely like to make a poncho like yours. I live on the bottom/southern part of that Colorado mountain range in Bayfield, Colorado on a mountain at 8,000 feet. 😊

@TheKnittyKats

2 ай бұрын

Wonderful! You are sooo lucky to live there. It is beautiful.

You’re a new to me podcaster and I wanted to share how much I loved this episode! Very enjoyable 💕

@TheKnittyKats

2 ай бұрын

Wow. Thank you.

I love your spirit more & more each time I watch your videos... I learned how to crochet when I was in my 2nd foster home, the lady taught me, I made 1 granny square & she was disappointed in my finished piece that she didn't teach me anything else... then when I was 30, I decided I wanted to crochet a blanket... it was odd that I just picked it up & loved it... although I only had made half the blanket before I got bored of it... then about 7 years ago I started making scrubbies, hats, scarves, & my daughter asked me to make her bikini tops... now I'm trying to learn how to knit, it is so much harder... you are right about that! I'm 56 now & I have 2 daughters... I have always put myself in their place before reacting to them... she will treasure you more because you have understood her... the need for space won't last, especially once she has settled!

@TheKnittyKats

2 ай бұрын

Your words are full of wisdom. I sure hope this is going to have the outcome you describe. It is soooo hard.

Thank you so much for showing the crochet garments! I always think crochet is best for blankets but you have shown some very stylish tops! I also had a chuckle because I too check out knitwear of people in front of me in church!

@TheKnittyKats

2 ай бұрын

😂😂

Love the crocheted ponchos! Have been excited to try crocheting again and recently bought 2 patterns that combine crochet and knitting by Canadian knitwear designer Sally Melville - just need to buy yarn to start. Finding words is difficult for all of us at times and going through grieving process and change/stress does impact us in so many ways. 15 years ago I bought a Featherweight sewing machine and have yet to use it - in perfect condition with all of the feet and lovely case - need to get back to sewing soon! Julie, you are a delight, so open and natural, feels like listening to a friend …… looking forward to next podcast!

@TheKnittyKats

2 ай бұрын

Oh my. You bought one!!!! Awesome. Yes, get it out. Thank you for your kind words. I am glad I am not irritating, bc I only know how to be myself. You are encouraging❤️

Great episode. Loved all the crochet information. I love your ponchos, they are fun and elegant. The top you are wearing is great, you can throw that over any top to dress it up. Your Anker's top is beautiful!! you are doing great with your spinning. Maybe you would do a segment showing you spinning and talk about it more. You're in my thoughts and prayers.

@TheKnittyKats

2 ай бұрын

Thank you !!! Yes. Spinning is in the queue. I just need so Much more practice.

Hey Julie! Loved this episode (as always!). Tanis Fiber Arts has a grannie square pattern called Jethro Cardigan. Check it out -- I love it! Also, soooo special that you made your Ankers with the yarn from your Mom's sweater. It's lovely. ❤

@TheKnittyKats

2 ай бұрын

Oh thank you! I will Check it out for sure.

This is my first time watching your video. I enjoyed it so much and love your ponchos. I have made a couple like that also. I have two grown and married daughters and I also have similar feelings of sadness. They have busy lives and think we are going to live forever. They take us for granted. I pray about it and hope things will get better.

@TheKnittyKats

2 ай бұрын

Thank you... I will take those prayers.. they work.

@nancyprinsze4266

Ай бұрын

@@TheKnittyKats Yes they do in God’s timing. Meanwhile I feel his peace.

I love to crochet. I have made a lot of crocheted sweaters and cardigans. There are some amazing crochet garment designers out there now. I like to knit too, but crochet goes so much faster and like you said, it is much easier to fix mistakes. I have a couple of crocheted ponchos and I really like them. I have always enjoyed visiting Colorado. It has a much more arid climate than where I live in south central Nebraska. Enjoy your weekend.

@TheKnittyKats

2 ай бұрын

That is awesome! So fun to do both.

Mrs. Fezziwig is a crocheted wrap that I just finished. It’s such a fun stitch and would make a great poncho. My Ravelry name is peggyflowers. Thanks for a great episode.

@TheKnittyKats

2 ай бұрын

I will check it out. Thank you

Another lovely episode ❤ love seeing your projects and hearing about your life ❤ yes I would love for you to talk about crochet hooks ❤ have a blessed day

@TheKnittyKats

2 ай бұрын

Ok- I will get myself organized!

I love all your poncho patterns and would love them. Have you seen the Ariana cardigan by Amy Christoffers, it is also granny squares. If you watch It's a Sarah she has made a couple and also made it into a pullover, they are amazing. Looking forward to your poncho patterns, Thank you so very much. They look incredible on you. 🤗

@TheKnittyKats

2 ай бұрын

Thank you. Yes. I need to make that Ariana. I love the colors Sarah chose.

Great episode Julie, so sorry you and your daughter had to take a break from eachother. I dont have children but me and my twin sister had to take a break from eachother a few years ago and it lasted a good 6 months and we are closer now than ever. Hope that is the outcome for you and your daughter. I enjoy crochet as well. I have a few garments that I made using crochet from patterns by " expression fiber Arts". The "Cirrus" is a great summer tee. Also made the "granny square cardigan by Originally Lovely..free pattern. I have never been to Craig, Colorado but have a feeling we may have driven by at some point while traveling around when we lived in Colorado Springs. Good times, good times🥰🇨🇦Sharon.

@TheKnittyKats

2 ай бұрын

Awww I need to check out that pattern. Sounds like a good one.

Another lovely episode. So glad to hear that you’re talking to your daughter again ❤️. It would break my heart to have that happen to me especially as I only have the one.

@TheKnittyKats

2 ай бұрын

Thank you so much! Yes.. it is very hard. I am hanging in there. One day she will be in my arms again..

Such a fun podcast!!! I always enjoy watching/listening to you! I didnt watch this newest podcast until today because I was hanging out in your beautiful Colorado for a week. We saw a goose family like yours at the pond, at the entrance of the YMCA of the Rockies. Our favorite place to have a base for exploring RMNP. Yes, please share about your crochet hooks. 😊 Blessings to you from Kansas ❤xx (I use my son's KZread Account)

@TheKnittyKats

Ай бұрын

Yay! Thank you! I am glad you had a great Colorado trip. 🙌🏻

When I have made cotton thread crocheted snowflakes I used starch and water to stiffen them. I haven’t tried it with acrylic or wool, but it’s worth a try. You could try a spray starch also.

@TheKnittyKats

2 ай бұрын

Thank you

Greetings from Croatia, for stronger basket use sugar and water, do not rinse :)

@TheKnittyKats

2 ай бұрын

Seriously!! Thank you.

Ialways enjoy your videos. I like your ponchos, too. You can stiffen your basket with liquid starch or a product called Terial Magic. Check with your local quilt shop, they'll know. A quilter's corner in Erie CO is a great shop. If you use Terial Magic, I would dilute because when used full strength on fabric it turns out stiff as card stock.

@TheKnittyKats

2 ай бұрын

Thanks for the info!

Really enjoyed the episode with all the things. I’ve crocheted a few baskets and have used plastic canvas (cut to size) to firm up sides and bottoms. You do have to do some plain crochet rows to cover the plastic canvas but as you said crochet seems to go so much faster than knitting. I’ve not made a crochet garment yet but it is on my list of things I want to try. Hope you have a good few weeks.

@TheKnittyKats

2 ай бұрын

Thank you!!

I used to call my mom's number just to hear her voice on the answering machine. I almost cried when my dad changed the message. I enjoyed your crochet roundup! I made a crochet cardigan called the Ariana granny square cardigan for my granddaughter who just turned 14. She loves it, I followed It is a Sarah's podcast. It has a knitted button band so it's the best of both worlds. You are wise to give your daughter some space. Don't worry she'll come back around when she's ready.

@TheKnittyKats

2 ай бұрын

Thank you! I have seen that cardigan. I need to get the pattern. Thank you for the encouragement regarding my daughter. ❤️

Please share on podcast how to do the mittens with slip stitches to pad the palm of your hand. Thanks for the nice podcast.

@TheKnittyKats

2 ай бұрын

Will do- I need to go back and read her instructions. It was a great idea.

Hi. See if you can get a copy of the Simply Crochet issue 134 - has an awesome granny square jacket/cardigan. plus a plethora of other patterns. Thank you for your videos!!

@TheKnittyKats

2 ай бұрын

I'll check it out!

I love crochet and knitting both!!! So excited to see your crochet projects. I'm working on the hourglass sweater by crochet highway. Her designs are brilliant!!! They have more drape because she uses light weight yarn (sock or sport). Check her out. Looking forward to your hook discussion. I love the tulip and clover amour hooks but don't like the rubber handles which cause friction burns. Always on the lookout for the perfect hook. The closest I've come to the perfect hook is one from the Letto workshop in Ukraine but they've had to curtail their production for obvious reasons.

@TheKnittyKats

2 ай бұрын

Thank you Stacy! I will check out crochet Highway!

I fell out of your algorithm. So o went back and liked your videos. Now to go back and watch them all.

@TheKnittyKats

2 ай бұрын

Welcome back!

The sewing machine is in top notch shape. She took really good care of it. She purchased it from a neighbor in Florida for $10.00. Amazing huh?

@TheKnittyKats

2 ай бұрын

That is so cool

Thanks for the nice podcast. Love your ponchos. I also crochet. It's a good change from knitting to crochet. You was talking about the little sewing machines. My mother in law passed away December of 2022. When we went thru the house. I asked for something and was told I was just a daughter in law. Hurt feeling ? I had taken over a lot of meals. Just a lot of stuff. So I went home with nothing. Oh well, later that day my husband came home with a few things and said I have something for you. No one wanted this little Fetterhead singer sewing machine. I went to my local yarn and quilt shop with my sewing machine. It is mint shape and they looked up the model number and said keep it! It is valuable. Have I told my husband's family? Heavens no. Its mine.

@TheKnittyKats

2 ай бұрын

Seriously? That is awesome. God took care of that. They are the cutest. Did you have to tune it up?

I think the colors in your crochet afghan are amazing together in that sequence. I'd love that in a sweater. Guess I must be about 70 years old!

@TheKnittyKats

2 ай бұрын

lol 😂. Thank you

Loving all of the crochet inspiration, myself being a crocheter first and now a knitter. I am only 18 minutes in, but before I head to work I just wanted to suggest maybe finding a milliner’s wire to “thread” into your basket somehow...to sturdy it up? My opinion of using a stiffener would be that it would take away that lovely tactile sense we experience from yarn. 💗Love and stitches from North Dakota!

@TheKnittyKats

2 ай бұрын

Wonderful! Wire is a great idea!!!

To make it stronger use 3 strands of #4 yarn held together Using a j or L hook. Make sure to pull yarn tight.

@TheKnittyKats

2 ай бұрын

Thank you.

Love love love your Ankker sweater. I want to make it. It is so beautiful. I live in Texas and it gets so hot so I try to make cotton or linen for cooler summer days (which are few and far between). I love your videos and am hoping you are going to the knitty McPurley retreat in January so I can meet you in person. Many prayers for you and yours, have a great summer.

@TheKnittyKats

2 ай бұрын

Thank you VERY much. I actually have it on right now! and YES I am going. Hooray. I can't wait to meet you... ♥

Enjoyed your fun content. Have you seen the podcast "on the Hook by Jeanne"? A wonderfully creative woman of character who features patterns she has designed for "wearable crochet", although she has other designs too. I both crochet and knit. I find myself gravitating to crochet when I want to enjoy myself and I also find I can more easily make it "boho-ish" and full of unique color and design. I rarely see a blanket or afghan knitted which I really love, for example, but the endless designs in crochet, both simple like the one you made and enjoyed, and frustratingly complicated are crocheted. Crochet is quick if it is on larger hooks, larger yarn, lots of lacey spaces, straightforward pattern, etc. but can take long like knit if it is a fussy garment on a small hook with fingering weight! Most knitters struggle with the "edges problem" and finding the stitch which is a bit more of a thought process and technique than knitting. Richer is doing both! Thank you for a great podcast.

@TheKnittyKats

2 ай бұрын

Trudy, thank you for the lead on the podcast. I will check it out. Crocheting is so much fun!

You're welcome Julie, use them in good health!

@TheKnittyKats

2 ай бұрын

I sure will.

There is a product called Stiffy that you can get at the craft store.

@TheKnittyKats

2 ай бұрын

Thank you. I will get some.

My heart goes out to you with your daughter. I am experiencing the same heartbreak.

@TheKnittyKats

2 ай бұрын

Oh Tina... lets shed our tears together. It is hard to have them pull away. VERY HARD!

Love your crotchet podcast I’m about to crotchet a little granny square skirt with bikini top and tassels for my 16 year old granddaughter and all I’ve got to go by is a photograph. So wish me look . Regards your basket try spray starch it may work. 😊

@TheKnittyKats

2 ай бұрын

Oh my.. sounds like a challenge. Thanks for the tip!

I enjoy listening to the crochet projects. I have not tried a crochet garment however I have my eye on the Franny Granny Poncho. I’m currently crocheting an Attic 24 blanket that I received from my daughter last Christmas. I asked for one after you showed all of yours. This is the same daughter that I didn’t talk to for about a month when she went away to college. She needed to not talk to me and spread her wings. I gave her the room she needed and kept praying for her. We are close again (a few years later) and I will be praying for you two as well.

@TheKnittyKats

2 ай бұрын

Hooray for your crochet! An idea. When you are done with your attic 24, take the left overs and make a scappy poncho! Just use a larger hook if you want it more drappy. The poncho is just a small rectangle. Then email me a photo. I would love to see it. Thank you for your words regarding my daughter. I am hanging in there. I know she loves me. So it keeps me going.

I love both, knitting and crochet too! I've made one crochet cardigan years ago and all it was, was a few rectangles put together. I mainly crochet blankets because they work up so fast. I may need to whip up a crochet poncho! I still crochet on metal hooks because that's what I have. I also knit with wooden DPN's because that too, is what I have. It's all fun!

@TheKnittyKats

2 ай бұрын

Wonderful! Send me a photo of your poncho when you get it done!

I always enjoy your podcast! You are so genuine!

@TheKnittyKats

2 ай бұрын

Oh thank you!

Loved your video. Soooo many beautiful projects, ideas, techniques. I could go on for ages. You’re such an inspiration. I’ve been knitting and crocheting and stitching since I was very very young. But watching you just gives me such inspiration and makes me love these crafts even more than I already do. The only thing I’ve never done is spinning. I’ve been dying to learn but have no way to as we don’t have any shops here in my neck of the woods that have classes. In fact, we have no craft shops so everything I buy has to be online. Maybe someday I’ll find a way to learn. One other thing, the spool you had the two skeins which you’re using to knit two skeins at a time, where did you get it? Let me know whenever you can. Thank you and I’m so happy you and your daughter have connected again. She’s obviously a marvelous young woman. It’s tough for us mothers to give our daughters wings because we want so much to protect them, but they sprout those wings in spite of us and that’s good. Your being there for her is so incredibly important to her, believe me. Someday sooner than you can imagine she will acknowledge it and you will know that your faithfulness was her anchor and inspiration. Be strong, it will be ok. God bless and keep these wonderful videos coming. I miss you when you stay away too long but I know you’re very busy. Hope your spring plans are very successful.

@TheKnittyKats

2 ай бұрын

Your words made me bawl like a baby. If you knew how encouraging and supportive they are in this moment…. Thank you. Sometimes I sit and wonder what I have done to make her push so far from me. It makes me feel like the worst mom on the planet.. I appreciate you. Will you email me so I can send you the link for the cake holder? Theknittykats@gmail.com.

Hello! Oh my goodness with the ‘ponco show and tell’ you have made my head go in overdrive with ideas!! Love your green one!!

@TheKnittyKats

2 ай бұрын

Thanks so much! 😊

Yes yes crochet. I do both and am now doing Project Linus blankets. Loving tte crochet blanket Cupcake pattern, thanks for sharing

@TheKnittyKats

2 ай бұрын

You are so welcome!

Moms and daughters are a tough equation. I've seen it in four generations, my mom with her mom, my mom and me, and me and my daughter. Oh my. But it was nice to see you so cheerful and full of inspiration! I have a Schacht Ladybug (Matchless was way too expensive) and it's a fine wheel. However, I still love my traditional Finnish wheel the most, even though some things are easier to achieve with a modern wheel. I think Schacht accessories are outrageously expensive. So I too have opted for 3d-printed bobbins. They're cheaper, prettier and also use less plastic than the original bobbins, so yay, save the eco system, too! 😅 Watching this episode I remembered I sent you an e-mail as you requested in the comments of the previous episode, about the dog hair mittens. Wondering if you got it or did cyber space swallow it? (I know that happens at times 😂)

@TheKnittyKats

2 ай бұрын

Oh my goodness. No, I did get them and saved them. I just forgot to mention them. I will do that!!! Thank you for sending them.

@eijanvillat

Ай бұрын

@@TheKnittyKats hehe, they don't need mentioning 😂 Just wondered if you got the mail. It's ok ☺

I love your podcast and all the projects you have completed. Your crochet poncho is beautiful and elegant. I would love to learn to crochet but reluctant to take the plunge. I crocheted one baby blanket with a simple single crochet stitch using left over sock yarns for my little grandson . I used a metal crochet hook for that project and found my hands aches a lot. I'm looking forward to a discussion on crochet hooks and then maybe I'll buy a good hook and take the plunge. Would a blanket or poncho be the best first project?

@TheKnittyKats

2 ай бұрын

Well the poncho is in a sense a rectangular blanket. Use a larger hook and choose an open pattern. It goes soooooo fast.

Last Summer I started crocheting the Amma Granny Square top (free pattern on Ravelry). I kind of lost interest and thought about ripping it out but I may just charge along now!

@TheKnittyKats

2 ай бұрын

Oh finish finish finish. Then email Me a photo and I will put it up!

Topographical?

@TheKnittyKats

2 ай бұрын

I think “relief” is the right word. Sorry I confuse everyone.

Hello, I am new to your channel. What is the name of the crochet stitches book you were sharing? I have been looking for a stitch dictionary, and that looks amazing. Thanks!

@TheKnittyKats

2 ай бұрын

Welcome! The book is called “the complete photo guide to crochet”. By Margaret Hubert. Pub. 2014. Hope you can find it. It is a good one.