I have made 50+ Ranunculus. I have made modifications on all of them. Some of them I even crocheted a lace peplum on + got a ❤ from the designer!

@YoungfolkKnits

8 күн бұрын

Oh my! That sounds lovely!!! Where are your projects? Instagram?

@RinkoStarr64

7 күн бұрын

This video and this comment cemented my desire to knit the Ranunculus. It's been in my queue for years and I keep choosing other items over it. I too would love to see your projects @sueaxon3688

You can also modify the gauge. Do a gauge swatch to get a fabric you like, or even just knit the yoke then measure the gauge there. Figure out your average stitches per inch by dividing the stitches in 4 inches by 4. Decide how big you want it. Go to the section in the pattern that says how many stitches you have after splitting for sleeves, because that’s the number of stitches in your body. Multiply your stitch per inch number by the inches you want your garment to measure. Pick the size with the number of body stitches close to that number. You could probably make it smaller than 46 inches by mathing the number of raglan increases you need if you want it smaller.

@kirstydonnelly1534

8 күн бұрын

That’s how I do mine. I just measure my gauge after the yoke and go from there 😁

@ingeborggroth1415

8 күн бұрын

I have been considering this for quite a while, since I want to use a light fingering but avoid the openness of the created fabric. But: How do I tackle the presumably large difference in row gauge? Add more stockinette rows in between pattern rows? Add additional pattern repeats? Do something else I haven't thought of yet? :) This pattern really is a rabbit hole ! 💖

@my4kitties

3 күн бұрын

Thank you very much for your great instructions! They are very helpful. 36" would be great.

A good way to determine your natural waist is to stand in front of a mirror and bend sideways. Where that “fold” appears is your natural waist. Saves measuring or staring in the mirror trying to see where it sits on you. We are all different.

Ok now I need to make a turtleneck Ranunculus!!

@stevensdefenseacademyllc7898

5 күн бұрын

Me too!!

@patriciacarneiro8919

4 күн бұрын

so do I!!

I knitted 20 of them.... crazy.. lol.... from Plutolopi to mix of linen and silk/mohair.... double fingering.... silk/cotton etc.....marvelous pattern....

@YoungfolkKnits

8 күн бұрын

Oh wow! I love this! I need to look up your projects!

My standard "modification" on this pattern (I've made three so far and plan more) is to knit a much smaller than recommended amount of ease. I do 4" or less of ease and it's a fantastic, comfortable fit without the oversized look that never works on me. Also - if you're doing the 3/4 sleeves I recommend doing the short row shaping just below your elbow instead of at your wrist - it makes a LOVELY fitting sleeve! It's just a subtle thing but it makes the sleeves that much more comfortable and classy and I love mine so much. Also, I have successfully knitted a bulky weight ranunculus at very close to the given gauge which gave a dense, sweatshirt-like fabric that is so very cozy. With that thick yarn, the lace is not very open at all and even in the winter I can wear it without a shirt underneath if I want to.

Mercy, You can't go wrong with a ranunculus. Ever. I have made a few and my two favorite are a black silk / linen and a Sandnes Garn Tyke Line in jelly bean green. I was shocked at how many colors of pants I can wear the green one with. I made my first when the pattern was released so I just use it and go with the flow no matter my yarn.I agree the German twisted is the way to go. It is the only cast on I use from socks to sweaters. I think I will pop a row or two in a different color at neck and sleeve edge on my next one. Maybe Drops brushed alpaca. Great video on such a loved pattern. Thanks Kaci!!

I haven’t knit it yet - the possibilities are too overwhelming 😂. Thanks - I’m encouraged ❤!

Kaci I just have to comment on your intro. The choice of music and images is really fabulous. Your creativity clearly crosses over several genres. Brava young lady 🎉❤

I don't know if you can consider this as a modification, but I am planning on adding the lace detail to the bottom of one of my next worsted weight sweaters :)

I really want to knit a Ranunculus! I can't believe I haven't yet. The lipstick and lip oil look soooo pretty on you! Those natural neutrals are fave colors of mine in makeup and yarn lol

TU for all the ways u can knit the Ranunculus for different looks❤

I decided to make my 3 rd one with no lace pattern, it came out as the most perfect Tee ❤

@YoungfolkKnits

7 күн бұрын

What a great idea!!!

What a wonderful episode, Kaci!!! Soo helpful and inspiring. I have knitted 3 and, thanks to your video, are right now diving into my stash for more :))) THANK YOU 🤩 Also, going through all the comments makes me smile. What a lovely ranunculus community.

Made this pattern so many times. My last two, I have omitted the flower part of the yoke to make it less open and easier to wear without something underneath. Can see many more in my future.

@christinemccoy5237

8 күн бұрын

I am considering doing this as well! Did you do anything in replace of the lace work?

@donnadunn5921

8 күн бұрын

@@christinemccoy5237 I made sure to keep the stitch count correct but repeated the sort of slip stitch pattern in the middle band. It was pretty straightforward 😀

@christinemccoy5237

8 күн бұрын

@@donnadunn5921 Thank you for your response! That is perfect.

Great ideas. I also knitted one o of it with pearls in the lace section. Same color as the wool. Brings a little sparkle...🤩 And.... I love love love your channel. Looking forward to your next video of great joy 😊.

Hola! Yo hice hace unos meses mi primer rarunculos , pero después de ver tus modificaciones no puedo esperar para tener uno nuevo en mis agujas... Gracias por tus ideas!!!

I have only one Ranunculus. I used a raspberry sock yarn paired with a light pink suri and knit on a US 8. I made it with a slight bishop sleeve with 3 inch cuffs and I love it. I am not as driven to have several in my wardrobe though I have been looking for a light colored variegated yarn for a summer weight version. However, I keep getting distracted by other new patterns. I love the dark green one that you knit.

The turtle neck mod is 🔥🔥🔥🔥

I want a Ranunculus dress now

I’m late to the party…. I still haven’t knit a Ranunculus yet! 😮Thank you for so many ideas❤

I have deffo been bitten by the ranunculus bug! thank you for sharing mine :)

So good! Thanks for sharing my wintry one! On my earlier versions, I did the front neckline short rows as written in the pattern but since then, I leave them out because I like how it sits on me better without the front short rows at the neckline (but I always do the back ones). Take care and talk soon friend!~Stephanie

Great ideas! I do a long-tail cast on of 90 sts. I also skip the short rows on the front, which makes the front neckline more comfortable for me. I’ve knit 11 ranunculi and thought I was done. But you’ve inspired me to do more!

Okay, I'm convinced! Getting the pattern today! I plan on making a summer version and a fuzzy winter version!

I'm making one with Holst Supersoft in Cinnamon and KFO Soft Silk Mohair in Copper at a 16st/4" gauge, where I changed the eyelets in the yoke for baubles. I planned on doing balloon sleeves and a long body with a split hem, but I'm running out of the mohair and IDK if I want to place an order for just one more ball. So now it might be cropped and half sleeves, which might be a little funny for a mohair top. But it doesn't get that cold here, so really it should be fine over a dress in the winter.

Thank you!!! I fell in love with a skein of yarn on a trip last week to Ireland, but it was the last one available. I had my fingers crossed that I could find a tee/tank pattern, but had no luck. This is perfect and is now up next in my queue. Kismet! Appreciate you!

I HAVE to save this for when I attempt to try this sweater. I am new to fitted garments, so for now my security blanket is some of the new designers that do a step by step tutorial on here on how to knit their sweaters. Also a good way to sell their patterns also. I must buy this pattern and just be brave and try to make it without any hand holding lol.

@ingeborggroth1415

8 күн бұрын

just go for it, the pattern is really easy to follow. And if you stumble upon difficulties, look on the project pages on ravelry. There is a ton of helpful project instructions.

A rolled collar would be cute

Thank you so much for sharing all the modifications x

Ty soo much for a wonderful show😃👏🏼🥰

These are great mods. Thanks, Kaci! 💜

@YoungfolkKnits

8 күн бұрын

Thanks friend!

Thank you for this!! I’ve had all those thoughts of possibility for Ranunculus! Now I’m again inspired!

Great episode Kaci, thank you.

Great ideas! I can’t wait to see your future Ranunculus 🧶😊

Nice modifications!

Such a fun video Kaci! Gotta love a good Ranunculus interpretation. I really love the flexibility of the pattern and how even making it the same way twice and simply changing up the yarn content or weight can make a world of difference. And it’s always a go to when I need a quick win since it just seems to knit itself! ❤ Mia

This video is informative and your explanations are superb! Thank you!

@YoungfolkKnits

8 күн бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

thank you for all the modifications I have yet to make one but I do have the pattern am anxious to knit one now. 😊

Ahh perfect timing I am about to cast on my first ranunculus! Thank you 😊

Thanks for all the modifications on my favourite pattern! Love your podcast😊

@YoungfolkKnits

8 күн бұрын

Yay, thank you!

Great ideas. I really like the winter one.

@YoungfolkKnits

8 күн бұрын

So glad!

The smallest size is way too big for me.. I have wanted to knit it, but I have a size 33 bust. I am 5" 1" and I just turned 70. I think I would swim in it. You just started talking, so I'm curious to see if you will address this particular, I'll call it a situation.

@murieldiaz7664

3 күн бұрын

I have changed the gauge to 4 mm and it fits fine. Just try it on to confirm that the armholes are big enough

@my4kitties

3 күн бұрын

@@murieldiaz7664 Thank you for your response to me. Although, after rereading what you wrote several times and reading through the pattern, I cannot make sense of your comment. I wonder if you mean that you switched to size 4mm needles. If that is not it, would you explain further. I am sorry I am not comprehending what you are telling me.

Attempting my first Ranunculus this video was So helpful, Thank You Kaci x

Great discussion Taylor. I’ve never purchased an advent and I have had some FOMO. I loved the idea that they just give an opportunity to problem solve. I agree completely.

Thanks Kaci …I am DEFINITELY feeling a 3rd Ranunculus coming on VERY soon. 🔮 🎉👏🏼

Awesome podcast. I have yet to make a Ranunculus but plan to so any tips is most appreciated. Thank you.

Great suggestions! I want to make all of them!

Your timing is perfect! I just ordered Undine for my first Ranunculus - thanks so much for the suggestions.

@YoungfolkKnits

8 күн бұрын

Yay!!!!

I am still hesitant to knit this sweater because I'm intimidated by the multiple pages in the pattern! I have written down all of your suggestions though. Yours look really nice.

@lilianemann1441

7 күн бұрын

Don't let the number of pages intimidate you. You only need to follow the instructions for the version you are making. Check out the videos from Sun Dragon's Ranunculus Knit-a-long. They are very helpful. Good luck!

@christinemccoy5237

7 күн бұрын

I felt the same and am just wrapping up my first one. I followed along a knit a long by Sun dragon here on YT and she made it super easy and a great reference. Take the leap!!

@christinegiroux8471

7 күн бұрын

I did watch one of the Sun Dragon videos, about picking a size, so I think with her help, I will try it! Thanks for the encouragement!

Such good timing! Thanks for your thoughts, as I contemplate R3.

@YoungfolkKnits

8 күн бұрын

Perfect!

I haven't knit a ranunculus before, but that red turtleneck version is so gorgeous it just might be the knitfluence I needed 😅

@YoungfolkKnits

8 күн бұрын

I’m making one this winter for sure!!!! It’s gorgeous ❤

@amybender7094

7 күн бұрын

Kaci, I have a question! I’m making one for my mom and have no idea how to choose ease. What would be a nice amount of ease for relaxed but not overly large? 10 inches??

Yesss! I’m on my 4th one 🤷🏾‍♀️😂

Thank you for this podcast!! I don't feel comfortable modifying patterns, but I'm going to try and knit a turtleneck version. Love your podcast!!

@YoungfolkKnits

8 күн бұрын

You can do it!

I have 1 ranunculus. More to come. Mine is worn like a vest. One skein each of fingering and one of mohair. Held together. Love it

Love all the ideas for ranunculus mods. I’ve knit 2. 1 I did a cap sleeve where directly from the sleeve stitches on hold I did a 5 row rib and bound off. The other I did about 5 rows stockinette then the ribbing. I love that this pattern is use the yarn and gauge you want and the skies the limit.

@YoungfolkKnits

8 күн бұрын

Yesssss!!!!!

I love the Cotton Lino from The Wandering Flock! I just started a Luminos Tee using it and some Spincycle. I’ll post some pics to Insta and Ravelry sometime next week (don’t have it with me this weekend). Love the Ranunculi ideas. You may have peer pressured me into working one up.

This is great! I have been thinking about making my first ranunculus but I didn't know where to start

@Jenn-98

8 күн бұрын

O it! Just follow the pattern as listed, use the videos for new techniques and have fun with it. So fast to knit and so satisfying.

I've just knit my first ranunculus and I am very much looking forward to making more. I used an aran weight polwarth naturally dyed with avocado pits. For my next one i'd like to do a summer weight with a plant based fibre or maybe a linen/silk blend. I've seen Retro Claude making a Ranunculus dress on her channel.

I did i-cord BO on long sleeves w/o short rows AND on body. On body first I did GSR to add some length to the back so it didn't ride up and so that there was enough weight / drape. See Lynnsie's Ranunculus for spring over on rav. Very happy with my mods but may try your funnel neck idea for a winter one. Helpful video. Thanks.

I'm days away from knitting my first Ranunculus so this was so timely! I will knit a winter version at a tighter gauge but I like the idea of increasing the amount of stitches at the cast-on. Gonna give it a whirl!

@YoungfolkKnits

8 күн бұрын

I hope you love yours!

I'm racing to finish my first Ranunculus in a week. I've used Drops Air, with bracelet length sleeves with icord bind off. I did the 70 stitch cast on, as you suggested, because I like sweaters to stand away from my neck. I used the double twist loop cast on mentioned in the pattern and demonstrated by Sun Dragon. I think it's great that it works up so quickly with so little yarn, leaving us eager to buy more yarn and start the next Ranunculus! I think I'm going to use a cotton and silk dk weight yarn for a short sleeved version next. I know some vloggers have used 5.5mm (US 9) needles and wonder whether to try this. Thanks for your video.

@YoungfolkKnits

8 күн бұрын

I think if using fingering or lace I might would go down a needle size myself

My two are split hem with a longer length at the back. Comfy and longer length for coverage

@YoungfolkKnits

8 күн бұрын

Oh I would love to see them !! Are they on instagram

I’m prepping for my first Ranunculus. Just got some Wandering Flock cotton lino too! What size needle did you decide to use for yours?

Maybe I am super uncool but I am not sure I am convinced that i need a pattern That i would heavily modify that much. The only versions I like are very different from the original. I would rather just look at designs that are actually closer to what I like. It is interesting how people have really taken this pattern to a place I don't think any other knitting pattern has ever gone.

@YoungfolkKnits

8 күн бұрын

I completely understand that! I say knit what brings you joy and if this pattern doesn’t do it for you I wouldn’t waste my time on it if that makes sense

@valeriea.gladstone6440

4 күн бұрын

I hear you!

Hello from Swansea, Illinois. I have not knit the Ranunculus as of yet, not sure when I will.

@YoungfolkKnits

8 күн бұрын

Hello!! You might enjoy it!

I knit a Ranunculus recently. I followed the pattern pretty closely, but I decided to finish the short sleeve version with some cuff ribbing. I also had to knit a striped version because I ordered two skeins of Malabrigo Sock in Fiona but they may as well have been entirely different shade codes 😑

@YoungfolkKnits

8 күн бұрын

Oh no! That is the worst when yarn doesn’t match

@charisleath

8 күн бұрын

@@YoungfolkKnits thankfully they look super pretty together but definitely not ideal 😅

I think I’ve knit 4….different sleeves, yarn weights and I added beads to the lace on the last one.😊

@YoungfolkKnits

8 күн бұрын

Beads??!!!!!! I want to see it!!!!

I did a ranunculus in quince and co. In the Kestral. It is waaaay too large. I considered frogging it and knitting again. But, I can’t say I am 100% sold on the yarn. It is very heavy which causes it to hang loosely. But the one I did in Rowan felted tweed is perfect. I do want one knitted with a summer plant fiber yarn.

@YoungfolkKnits

8 күн бұрын

Oh man! Maybe try a sport weight plant fiber?

I wonder if you could make it a cardigan? Steeked or flat? Not sure how to sort out the lace knitting on the wrong side. P.S I am wearing my short sleeve cotton Ranunculus as I watched this video lol.

@YoungfolkKnits

8 күн бұрын

I’m sure you could!

@lilianemann1441

8 күн бұрын

I definitely want to steek my next version!

I had just decided to make one with yarn I bought to make a second cloud sweater. I am still make my first cloud sweater and do not want to purl anymore ( for now) thanks for the tips! Did you see the new one Tracie (Grocery Girls) made? She made a winter version with bobbles instead of the open lace, gorgeous.

@nancycox6548

8 күн бұрын

I just finished my first Cloud sweater and I’m thinking about my next!

❤

I made the Ranunculus, and it’s a bit bigger than I expected. Also, the pima cotton yarn I used shows increases or mistakes. I’d like to possibly make one with a fingering weight yarn. I made the pressed flowers cardigan into a vest, and I like it.

@YoungfolkKnits

8 күн бұрын

Oh yes! Mine does show increases as well but if doesn’t bother me. I think fingeri bc weight would be lovely

If you do the “super hero” stand, your hands will subconsciously go to your “natural waist”. 😊

@YoungfolkKnits

8 күн бұрын

Great tip!!!!

I have heard that the Ranunuculous is a very boxy fit, and not necessarily flattering on larger ladies without a larger bust. So if l make one l think waist and hip shaping would be a modification for me.

Funny how so many talk about the Ranunculus ( I have not made one ) but the Flax worsted has about 5,000 ore projects ;-).

The make up looks lovely. I wear very little makeup, like you. But I like how yours looks. Are you an autumn colouring, or a spring? I'm an autumn, but an unusual one because even though I'm definitely a deep tawny autumn, I have fair hair, light skin, and blur eyes, so I find it really difficult to find the right make up colours. I thought I was a summer before I had my colours done, but I couldn't have been more wrong. The correct colours were so obvious. I had thought it was normal for me to look pale and washed out, lol. It says on the sight that they have a shade selector (they may have called it something else) to help choose the right colours, but I couldn't find it. Do you know where it is? What colour blush were you using? It looks so good on you.

@YoungfolkKnits

8 күн бұрын

Yes I am an autumn!!! Ok so for the shade finder : muse.meritbeauty.com/kaci go here and then select complexion and then select the perfecting complexion stick. Above the shades is a button that says “shade finder” you can click on that

Hello! Can you share what sizes the ones you made are and how much positive ease? Thank you!

I’m a new sweater knitter and I can’t wrap my head around a pattern that can be knit in any weight yarn. Do you just go by your gage with the yarn you are going to use and knit to inch width of what you want for a sweater? Any help would be appreciated

Hello everyone! A fairly newer knitter here, the pattern shows the sweater so loose and wide; how do you modify to make it closer to your body?

I have only just come to German Twisted Cast in which I love. What bind off do you recommend using to match this. I read somewhere I celandine Bind Off but I don’t find this to be a good match.

@YoungfolkKnits

7 күн бұрын

Jenny’s surprisingly stretchy bind off!

Wonderful suggestions! I didn’t see the gorgeous gorgeous turtleneck version in your list. Would you mind sharing the source/link? Thank you!

@YoungfolkKnits

8 күн бұрын

Sure I got it by clicking the picture on the pattern page! www.ravelry.com/people/GALADknits

@ginaweathersby5463

8 күн бұрын

@@YoungfolkKnits Just placed a Nutiden order and one of the colourways is basically this luscious colour. It goes on my needles as soon as it arrives in this version (#4)! Thank you Kaci!

I’m pondering my third R. I turned it into a cardigan by steaking at the center front and adding button band. It was fun, but with the big neckline it does not stay up so I have to wear it buttoned at the top. Not a big deal really!

@YoungfolkKnits

8 күн бұрын

Oh that sounds beautiful! Where is your project? In instagram or ravelry? I’d love to see it!

In my next one I will omit the short rows in the front neck. The one I have comes up too far in the front . It will be less “boat necked”

@YoungfolkKnits

7 күн бұрын

I have considered this! I’d live to see yours if you do this!

❤️🌈

Ok..yes it is popular on Revelry, but world wide?…hmmmm . For me that pattern is a recipe like chili, everyone does it a little differently.