Thanks for showing the back of your blankets!! I run a knit shop in Haliburton Ontario Canada and I don't think I've ever missed one of your episodes. I send as many of my customers to your podcast! I think it's great inspiration!!

Congratulations on finishing your Dad’s sweater, Ray!! Woohoo! Good for you!! 👏

Ray is a wizard, confirmed. The sweater for your dad came out wonderful and he will love it!

My favorite quote from Elizabeth Zimmerman is “Don’t be a bind follower.” So make your granny square sweater your way.

@auntylinda7640

10 күн бұрын

* blind perhaps?

@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast

7 күн бұрын

We can’t wait to see how they turn out.

Love the sweater for your dad. It is a true labor of love❤

@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast

7 күн бұрын

It was a long knit, a great pattern, he will get a ton of use from it.

I'm so glad you finished your dad's sweater. What an incredible gift that he will no doubt treasure! ♥️ The Sock Yarn Society is a mystery club but gets sent out on the 1st of every month.

More Kevin and Ray will always get my vote! So, I'm all for your idea of 'little tidbits' in between your regular podcasts.

@amywodarski8203

8 күн бұрын

Totally agree!

You guys are awesome! Have a great time at the trunk show!

Hi Ray, if anyone knit a beautiful sweater like you made your dad, I would cherish it !❤💯

Dad’s sweater is epic! We need a pic of him wearing it!

Your dad’s sweater is great…It’s like a big hug from you to your dad!

@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast

6 күн бұрын

Aww I love this!! ❤️

The sweater for your dad is awesome! I’m not seeing bathrobe, I’m seeing Jedi robe! He will feel so cool wearing it!

Congrats on finishing your Dad’s sweater! Labor of love, all around ❤️

@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast

6 күн бұрын

Thank you so much!😊

Your test knit, Ray, is fabulous! The line is so flattering. I admire Max's sweater designs so much. One of these days, I throw one on my needles.

Gorgeous sweater, Ray, for your Dad. A sweater to read a book or sleep in on a wintery day. Congratulations! ❤

@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast

7 күн бұрын

Thank you, sure he will love it and get a lot of use.

Congratulations on finishing your father's sweater. It looks wonderful. Such a neat design. Look forward to seeing a photo of him wearing it. The Old Fashion and the shawl are fantastic! Always great to hear about all your projects and see the yarns you have dyed. Excited to see both of your Shawn's Gambiers. Best wishes for the Trunk show and July!

Congrats on the sweater, Ray! It's like a graduation, lol. Such a momentous occasion. I'm excited for your dad to get it. He'll be so happy.

@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast

7 күн бұрын

Thank you Valorie.

I would really enjoy a mini podcast between your regular ones. You guys are my favorite knitting podcast!!!

@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast

6 күн бұрын

Aww thanks so much!! We love being able to do these and hang out with you all 😊

Ray, LOVE your dad’s sweater!! I wanted to reach through the screen and squish it. Wonderful ❤

I was yelling "Magenta! It's magenta guys!!" Scared my cat. Then i realized oh yeah, i am looking at it on a monitor so I really have no idea.

@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast

6 күн бұрын

lol 😂

Hi Kevin and Ray, beautiful work as always. Ray your finished cardigans are stunning and I am sure your dad is going to be thrilled with it. Loving the works in progress in particular the colour work projects. Have an awesome week ❤❤❤

@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast

7 күн бұрын

Hi Linda, Hope you are doing well. Thank you, we are excited for the color work sweaters.

Always have time for more Kevin and Ray! Love all your makes, Thanks for a great episode. CONGRATS on finishing your Dad's sweater...cozy,cozy🥰🇨🇦Sharon.

@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast

7 күн бұрын

Thank you 😊

Always love watching you guys. Have a great time at Pick Up Ever Stitch!! Your knits are always amazing, and Ray, your dad will love his cardigan- it’s stunning. Happy knitting 💚🧶💚

@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast

7 күн бұрын

Thank you so much Meredith.

Your sweaters are looking great! I can’t wait to see the granny squares connected in your Jethros. Yes, please share favorite things bonus episodes. You have proven to be effective enablers in the past! 😄

@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast

6 күн бұрын

lol 😂 the enabling definitely goes both ways haha 😆

Hi Kevin , Ray and Skylar, Thanks for another inspiring and enjoyable episode! Your dad's sweater is beautiful ! Keep cool 😎. Happy Knitting 🧶

Congratulations on finishing the sweater for your dad, Ray! He will love it! Look forward to you doing the video shorts. Those will be fun! Good luck on your first trunk show. Wish I were nearby to shop, or maybe it’s good that I’m not! 😊

I agree on the ribbed hat in dk is the best hat option. I do the same regularly and I am obsessed with how my hats turn out. I have a bin of them for my family and another bin of them for grab-n-go gifts. They're just so fun to marl different yarns or to hold one fingering weight skein double.

I absolutely LOVE that purple!! It’s GORGEOUS!💜

@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast

5 күн бұрын

Thank you 😊

I love that Skylar is is going crazy chirping in the background while you're talking about your reading and listening. I imagine him saying hellooo, hellooo, guys? Okay, really can you come down here and play with me. Treats, guys! No really, you've been there much too long. HELLOOO! GUYS! I'm serious here 🐦♥️🐦❣😊

Yay, your dad's sweater is done. Can't wait to see both of your granny square sweaters. Beautiful makes and wips. Until next time...💚

@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast

6 күн бұрын

We’re excited to see how they turn out. It’ll be our first ever crochet garment…fingers crossed 🤞😊

I'm glad I could help finish Dad's sweater!

@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast

7 күн бұрын

Thank you so much, really appreciate you sending the yarn.

Ray, A big congratulations on your Dad's cardigan!! Your Sugar Plum Shawl is gorgeous. The Old Fashioned turned out great, the fit is perfect and it looks good on you. Hi Kevin, I love the Salish Cap, I definitely will be making a few as gifts for this coming winter. Thank you for bringing that pattern to my attention. Your dyed yarn is so good. I loved "Is That An Eggplant", it's beautiful.

@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast

6 күн бұрын

Wow thanks so much!! ❤️❤️❤️

Love the Salish hats, Kevin! Another sock yarn scrap hat is the LOSY hat (Left Over Sock Yarn). Another great scrap buster!

Hope your dad let’s us see a picture of him modeling his sweater!

@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast

7 күн бұрын

Ray will try and get a picture.

You can tell how it’s been a relief to finish the sweater after doing it for so long …but it was also great to see how proud you are to do this for your dad.. we are all selfish knitters to an extent! lol

@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast

6 күн бұрын

lol 😂 that’s so true

OMG! That lace shawl is gorgeous! And I love the color of the yarn!

@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast

6 күн бұрын

Thank you!! I’m really happy with how it came out 😊❤️❤️

Thanks for the shoutout! I'm obsessed with that new sweater. It's not for the faint of heart, but so worth it. And Ray... that cardigan... I give you a lot of credit for that. I think even I would have struggled with motivation getting through that much fabric. Knits are fun as usual.

The colors in the sock tube are a triumph, Kevin! Your trunk show will be an amazig success, so try not to stress. Looking forward to hearing all about it 💛

@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast

7 күн бұрын

Thank you, I’m really looking forward to the show.

Ray, will you show us a photo of your dad wearing his sweater? That would be the grand finale to this epic!

@invaderzimm1010

18 сағат бұрын

Yes! I'm really curious how the robe/sweater will look on him!

Love you both - your FO’s and WIP’s are beautiful (as always) and it’s super fun to see you both crocheting as well as knitting. Thank you so much for describing the colors in all of your NATR yarns - it’s super helpful. Ray, I got those colorblind glasses and took them to my eye doctor and had her test me with them on. They absolutely did not work for me.😢 If you get them, I truly hope they’ll work for you, but I also hope you get them for free - my advice would be not to waste any money on them.

Love watching you guys so more of you would be a super duper bonus 🧶🧶

@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast

7 күн бұрын

Thank you for the feedback.

Any time for anything, yes! Would love to see video shorts😀of bag, needle favorites❤️

Congrats on finishing Dad's sweater!!!!!

@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast

7 күн бұрын

Thank you Kim.

Okay, I need some of that Is that an eggplant! Kevin, it's gorgeous! Purple is the best color there is. lol. Great show gentlemen, love watching your banter, always puts a smile on my face.

Ray, the Old Fashioned sweater looks fabulous on you. Great work. Kevin, love the Salish hat! Its kismet you are knitting it because you are coming to Seattle and Puget Sound which are part of the Salish Sea! I'm excited you are coming here and hoping to meet you at Flock. Loved the episode! Have a good week ahead and I hope your trunk show is a great success!

😂 Kevin's face as you modeled the sweater for your Dad 😊❤ Great Granny squares guys! I'm eager to see the sweaters

@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast

7 күн бұрын

LOL 😂 We are excited to get the sweaters finished.

Beautiful sweaters Ray! Such timeless pieces. Thanks for the new hat pattern recommendation. That green and pink yarn from Arkansas looks great together. Have fun at your pop up!

@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast

6 күн бұрын

Thank you! Glad to share some inspiration ❤️❤️

Superman afraid of height? 🤣🤣🤣 How tall is your dad? What a good son! He is going to love it. Keep us informed! Everything you have made and are working on is looking good! Yes, do make extra little videos for us. I like knowing your thoughts and opinions. You haven't led me astray....yet! 🤣🤣🤣 I have benefitted from your responses to my comments. Love that lacy shawl.....mom needs that! I'm getting the pattern!

Ray, I like the idea of a Jethro vest and a shorter length. The more yarn used, the heavier the finished garment will be.

Thanks for the tip about yarns to use on a cowl scarf or shawl for someone with facial hair!

Dads sweater is gorgeous. I also want to thank you. I had a one skein of Vermont milled yarn, I didn't know what to do with it. Several months ago, you mentioned the Empower People bandana from Casapinka. I made it, easy peasy and it turned out beautiful!

@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast

6 күн бұрын

Oh that’s amazing!! That was such a perfect choice ❤️❤️❤️

Another great podcast! Hi Skylar! It was so nice to hear his singing though out the podcast. Ray, your father's sweater is gorgeous and I know he will treasure it and the other sweater fit you so well. Kevin, that eggplant color. Definitely dye it for the trunk show. Purple sells well. The best of luck with it. Your yarn is great. Have a great 2 weeks.

@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast

6 күн бұрын

Thanks so much!! Definitely working on the eggplant now so fingers crossed 🤞

I thought your mum would love the crochet shawl... I's beautiful... Dad got the 2 year project cardigan... mum deserves a beautiful shawl....

I love the idea of a short tidbits podcast and the ideas you shared about favourite tools etc are perfect. I would also love to hear you talk about things like favourite cast on/off techniques for particular projects; when you do and don't use short rows; etc. You could showcase a particular project and talk us through personal changes you made or a a technique you enjoyed - without giving the pattern secrets away of course. You already do this in your regular podcasts, but the shorter one would give the opportunity to showcase tips and techniques more fully. You both have developed amazing skills over the past few years and we are always up for learning something new or different. I know you already have helped me a lot. Thank you for your amazing shared contribitions to our community xx

@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast

6 күн бұрын

Aww thank you so much! It’s been an amazing journey 😊 These are great ideas! Thanks ☺️

Love everything you all do. Shorts on one subject would be great!

@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast

7 күн бұрын

Thank you, we will definitely plan on releasing more content.

Beautiful sweater your Dad will love it

Love the bonus bits idea and I can’t believe we’re finally getting a new All Souls book! Please be good! 🤞❤️❤️❤️

@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast

6 күн бұрын

I know we can’t wait!! 🥳

I got lucky and snagged a Med wire bag with the yarn from Gingersnap that--- Thanks for the heads up!!!!!

Great visit as always, Ray your FOs are lovely, looking forward to Max’s pattern release, perfect for my husband. Kevin, thanks for the great hat pattern idea, Christmas knits in coming. The yarn looks fabulous knit up and good luck with your trunk show.🎉

@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast

6 күн бұрын

Oh the hat is absolutely PERFECT for gift knits! And imagine getting to use all those leftovers lol 😂

It makes me feel validated that Kevin doesn’t like continental knitting 😂 When I was being taught to knit I was taught that continental is so much easier but it kills my hands so out of necessity I tried English throwing and to me it’s so much better! It saves my hands from aches and pains at least.

Oooh more detailed reviews and recommendations on yarn even!!!

@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast

7 күн бұрын

Great idea, thank you.

Ray, I bet when you finished the last stitch, wove in the last thread and washed your Dad's sweater, you screamed FREEDOM!!!! Kevin good luck with the trunk show. It will be amazing. Love you both. The last 3 weeks have been brutal. Thanks for making it better.

I agree that Very Pink Knits is a great resource for knitting techniques. Good luck with the trunk shows!

@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast

7 күн бұрын

Thank you Chantal!

Hi Guys, lovely to see you, I love all you both knit but Ray that shawl was absolutely stunning it reminded me of a delicate snowflake it was so so so beautiful, and well done finishing your pops sweater, love love your channel and would love to see more, Ray have you done any more Felting, I love to see your cute projects, and Kev wow your wool dying is totally on another level your colour choices are outstanding I wish I lived nearer so I could see your work in true life but unfortunately I live in the UK and at the minute it is absolutely freezing cold, and continuous rain, look after each other love Julie xxxxx

Well done on finishing the cardigan Ray, you should be well pleased with that, what a massive project, I bet your dad will be so happy with it, he's surely going to be warm and cosy this winter ❤❤

Kudos to you for finishing your father's sweater, Ray. I wonder if you would have found working on your father's sweater more challenging if it had been top down in the round. Given the volume of the fabric, it could have become more unwieldy. Glad you enjoyed the bags. I didn't mention that I've been sewing for 60 years. I made myself a knitting bag and a large interchangeable knitting case with slots for the interchangeable needles, pockets for cords, and other notions out of waxed canvas, with outdoor fabric for the linings and small notions bags. That is also nice for sitting upright when you're working.

I'm laughing a belly laugh! The sweater finishes are great

YourDad’s cardigan looks beautiful I hope we get to see him giving us a twirl 👍 The crochet lacy shawl is beautiful I can see why Mum wants it Well done Kevin on the dyeing very subtle & chic in fact ( I WANT IT ) 😄😁😆😀😃

@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast

6 күн бұрын

I’m hoping my dad will let my mom do a little photo shoot lol 😂

I have been procrastinating on my Rachy Newin shawl but seeing yours has given me incentive to get back to it. I love both of your colours for the Rhinebeck sweaters.

@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast

6 күн бұрын

Thank you so much! Give it a go, once I got into the shawl I was definitely hooked (no pun intended lol 😂)

The shawl, hats and cardigan are superb makes 🤩 Kevin, the colorwork technique you described is Portuguese purling and I used it when knitting the Outstranded shawl. Very Pink knits has a tutorial on how to do it. I’ll see you at Skein to grab some frozen hot cocoa in DK, it’s gorgeous!!! xx

Love the “my favorite” minisode idea!

@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast

7 күн бұрын

Thank you for the feedback Linda, we will definitely try to release some more content.

You both are great enjoy your podcasts. Good luck with the trunk show, I'm in S. FL so can make it maybe one day.

I am knitting the Satish cap now for a xmas present for my mother 😊

Good luck at the show guys

Can't wait to see some of your short snip-it videos.

What a beautiful Sunday morning : a good cup of coffee, knitting while watching your podcast, there’s no better way to start the day. As I previously said, I love the purple yarn. Can’t wait until you have it on your website.

Guys an amazing episode of beautiful garments! Congratulations on finishing your Dad’s cardigan. That is definitely a labour of love and persistence. I love your test knit, Ray it fits so well and is executed beautifully. Congratulations. Love the colour combination in the crochet squares. Love the idea of the hat basket! So generous both of you.

@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast

6 күн бұрын

Aww thanks so much!! The hat basket is very popular at the holidays lol 😂

I’d love to listen to your favorite bags, notions, needles…hope you can make it work!

@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast

6 күн бұрын

Yay 😀

Great to see you!

Ray,that sweater for your dad is a work of art- absolutely magnificent. Your dad is very lucky! Love your podcast, guys! I have been watching for about a year, one of my faves.

@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast

6 күн бұрын

Aww thank you! We absolutely love being able to hang out with you all 😊❤️❤️

Beautiful yarn, Kevin!! I wrapped up my last Jethro square while watching you guys. I weaved in ends as I went. Love the sweater for your dad. There's unlimited days of fireworks here too. Gets a little old. Stay well and All the best, Kimberly

Ray I am dying…. 😅😅😅😅 The cardigan aka your bathrobe is beautiful! A true labor of love. Your Dad will love it! ❤

Hi Boys, great episode, Ray your finishes are amazing, Kevin the socktube of your yarn dying is beautiful. AND, all of my many knit boo-boos will forever be Ray Sauce 🥰

@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast

6 күн бұрын

lol 😂 Ray sauce is where it’s at lol 😂

Love both of your sweaters Ray. I'm sure your dad will love his. Also, loved the tubes you cranked. Kevin, you have a real gift. I have a sweater's quantity of Fire Pit. Now, I can't wait to knit it up. It's gorgeous! Yes, yes and more yes to mini episodes.

ALSO SAFFRON SPICE OH MY GOOODDDDDDDD it’s so pretty but it hates being washed 🥲

@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast

2 күн бұрын

Seriously, just washed it today, it doesn’t like to stick.

Got to be Castiel followed by Dean! Best episode ever ( laugh out loud funny) series 11 - Baby. Wonderful episode as always, love all the projects. You guys are the best 😊

@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast

6 күн бұрын

Oh great!! We look forward to watching that one ☺️

Another great episode! I think doing mini-episodes is a great idea!

@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast

7 күн бұрын

Thank you Sheila.

Both of your color choices for Shaun's Gambier are 🔥🔥! As you were showing them I kept changing my mind about which I love more. So excited to see them as FOs! And speaking of 🔥, I want so many of those sock tube colors…gotta start saving up for your eventual Skein trunk show! I’m definitely here for more content from you guys. I look forward to being enabled by hearing about your favorites!

@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast

7 күн бұрын

Yay! We are excited for the eventual trunk show.

Yes extra podcasts would be great!

Hi from Scotland. I love your podcast and have been watching for a good while now. When you shared the pattern for your ribbed hat I immediately cast on with sock leftovers, I have now finished four and shared the pattern with my knitting/crochet group. Our group knits mainly hats for a homeless charity and it's just such a satisfying cosy hat . I'm completely hooked 😂

@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast

7 күн бұрын

HI Elizabeth! So happy that you enjoyed working on the hat, it has quickly become one of my favorites. Hope you knitting group enjoys making it as well.

Stephen West has a pattern named the Squaradiance Shawl and it reminds me of the jelly roll blanket. Ray, your dad’s cardigan looks so cozy and nice color! Bejeweled looks cool and reminds me of a sushi roll 🍱. I wish I could go to the trunk show as I love your colorways and it would be nice to meet you both. That bucket bag looks nice and sturdy…love❤

@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast

6 күн бұрын

Oh I definitely need to check out that pattern! Thanks 😊

Ray, that sweater is beautiful! It is the knitting accomplishment of a lifetime.

More NATR???? Yes please!!!!

I already loved you both to bits, but when you talk about Supernatural it’s next level. From a die hard Dean gal who adores Castiel. Oh, Hi from Western Australia

OMG! Ray, how did this time past so fast! I remember this! I believe your Dad’s sweater will become an heirloom piece! So proud of you for persevering! What do you think . . .an Old Fashioned for Rhinebeck??? Just saying . . .

Hey my favorite dashing duo! I crossed a huge hurdle as a crocheter learning to knit by watching Arne and Carlos teach the Norwegian purl method. It is so easy now! congrats 🎉 on finishing your Dad's sweater Ray. It is very chic. What happened to the highland cow? 😅 Love both your Jethros. Thanks for the laughs guys.

@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast

7 күн бұрын

Thank you Cheryl! The crochet highland coo was put on hold until I got more comfortable with crocheting, Ray just needs to finish his sheep that he started.

I hope to see you at indie untangled! We loved chatting with you last year despite the circumstances

IVON! 🎉yea Ray! Great accomplishment!

@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast

7 күн бұрын

Thank you Teresa.

Oh my gosh we have the same schedule for Friday! So excited for Rhinebeck weekend this year!

@NeedlesattheReadyPodcast

6 күн бұрын

Can't wait! It’s going to be so much fun!!

very pink knits has good basic techniques... I have been using mattress stitch and other techniques for over 40 years and still find it useful to review if you are not sure. Last night couldn't remember alternate cable cast on... KZread to the rescue. on with my Celtic cable gloves for my friend. I agree small projects for friends and family. I have made about 5-6 jumpers for my partner of over 33 years. He is such a lucky guy.🤣