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  @melaniecraig723720 сағат бұрын

  I love the Camisole #4 on you. I was wondering when I make it for myself if I could modify the straps to have the bra strap bottom like you did for the other tank top that you showed as I don’t like ties on my shoulders…

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  @sarahs.handmakes2 сағат бұрын

  Thank you! You could definitely add bra straps to the cami no. 4. You may also be able to make your own straps out of the i cords that are called for in the pattern if you get the bra strap hardware

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  @melaniecraig72377 күн бұрын

  Love it! And a fellow Whovian…. I loved the Amy and Rory story arch. And River Song ❤

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  @sarahs.handmakes5 күн бұрын

  Thank you!!! It’s impressive that you caught that was what I was watching in those sped up clips 😂 I love Doctor Who!

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  @chansq287 күн бұрын

  I love your videos ◡̈ thank you for sharing what you do!

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  @sarahs.handmakes5 күн бұрын

  Thank you so much for watching!

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  @jenniferabe8 күн бұрын

  I love the sweater!! Also loved hearing about your journeys to Tanzania and Alaska! ❤

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  @sarahs.handmakes5 күн бұрын

  Thank you! Glad you could get updated on my travel too 😂

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  @maradevincenzi83888 күн бұрын

  Very enjoyable to watch. I loved your cats supervising the soaking of the sweater…so adorable!

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  @sarahs.handmakes8 күн бұрын

  Thank you so much! Aren’t they such cuties?

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  @haleynh12 күн бұрын

  I love the v-neck raglan -- great job freehanding!!!

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  @sarahs.handmakes12 күн бұрын

  Thank you so much!!

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  @Serenity-fu8xz13 күн бұрын

  I like to always sleep on my decision when I’m gonna buy something and if I wanna still buy it in the morning, then I go ahead❤

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  @sarahs.handmakes12 күн бұрын

  That’s a smart thing to do! I try to do that too

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  @SmashKnits13 күн бұрын

  I love this episode! Your socks are too cute and really getting me hyped to make some shorties! Also I am putting my hand up now to test knit your gorgeous V neck!!! 🙋‍♀️ You said you wanted to level up your skills and you are killing it!

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  @sarahs.handmakes12 күн бұрын

  Ahh thank you Ash! If I do a test knit for this sweater you’ll be first on my list 💓 and I hope to see some shorties from you soon ☺️

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  @lavendercottagefibrearts14 күн бұрын

  Congratrs on 2K! I love the tweedy socks. I have a skein of tweedy sock yarn that i was a bit nervous how it would look in socks but yours turned out great!

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  @sarahs.handmakes13 күн бұрын

  Thank you so much! The tweed yarn is so fun to work with- I hope you make a fun pair of socks with yours soon!

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  @user-hi3gc7jw5j14 күн бұрын

  Summer=linen. Leggins? No.

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  @Stitchesinstem14 күн бұрын

  Congrats on 2k! 🎉

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  @sarahs.handmakes13 күн бұрын

  Thank you so much! And thanks so much for watching ☺️

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  @charlottecaywood109914 күн бұрын

  Would def recommend stitching on a hook and eye on that wrap cardi - they’re lightweight and low profile

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  @sarahs.handmakes13 күн бұрын

  Good idea! I think I have some hooks and eyes that I could sew on.

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  @balancedskein14 күн бұрын

  Congrats on reaching 2k subscribers!

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  @sarahs.handmakes13 күн бұрын

  Thank you so much!!

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  @kellypulham892514 күн бұрын

  Hi Sarah. I enjoyed hearing about your travels today. Feel better soon. Perhaps you could encourage participating in a Knit along or a Make along to build community. I think as people connect over a shared project. Anyway, I am enjoying what you're putting out.

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  @sarahs.handmakes13 күн бұрын

  Thanks so much! A knit along is a great idea- I’ll have to brainstorm on a theme 😊

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  @kitty.clark.creates14 күн бұрын

  Hope you feel better soon! I wish I could give that purple yarn a squeeze 😊

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  @valerieclark569514 күн бұрын

  Congrats on your first design! Looks very nice. It was interesting to hear about your travels. Maybe give away a book to celebrate 2k subscribers? Or a pattern - don't think anyone does that.

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  @sarahs.handmakes14 күн бұрын

  Thanks so much! And I like the idea of a book or pattern. I’ll keep thinking on it ☺️

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  @Kennaknits15 күн бұрын

  I have to pop on and comment because I’m in a Celtic folk singing group and felt so excited when you mentioned Caledonia!! :) What a fun overlap in interests.

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  @sarahs.handmakes14 күн бұрын

  That’s such a fun overlap of interests! Do you have a favorite version of Caledonia on Spotify/KZread? I’m trying to find a good version similar to the one I heard while on the cruise!

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  @Serenity-fu8xz15 күн бұрын

  Oh my goodness, I’m moving to Colorado soon so excited love your podcast

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  @sarahs.handmakes14 күн бұрын

  Ooh omg! Where are you moving? And thanks so much for watching!

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  @lparkes515 күн бұрын

  Just like riding a bike :) Great first episode back 🎉 congratulations on the subscriber count!!

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  @sarahs.handmakes14 күн бұрын

  Thanks so much! And thank you for watching!

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  @leannastoufer633318 күн бұрын

  Thank you for this! I didn't know about the Tomato Girl aesthetic. It is a shame that you don't prefer red. I think you'd look great in a soft, neutral (but assertive) red. : )

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  @sarahs.handmakes15 күн бұрын

  Thanks so much for watching! And thank you for the recommendation! Maybe I’ll try more reds. The reddest I usually get is burnt orange

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  @lilnn19 күн бұрын

  Omg, finally... I've been looking for video that will not only list a few good patterns to knit, but rather has an actual topic attached to it... So happy that I found this 🌺 thank you, great content! Unique and inspiring 🥰

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  @sarahs.handmakes15 күн бұрын

  Thanks so much for watching!! I’m so glad you liked the video 😊

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  @daniellepazz282119 күн бұрын

  I had to watch this when I saw the title as I first started using the term "chicken coop core" a couple of years ago when my daughter moved to a small country town with some land and chickens and I began sewing and knitting her a chicken coop core wardrobe. Of course, she thought it funny when I told her that someone else is now also using the term. Thanks, great video and while I have made a couple to the patterns you have talked about, there are a few more I'd love to make

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  @sarahs.handmakes15 күн бұрын

  Oh that’s so funny that you’ve also been using this term to describe this aesthetic! Is there anything else you’d add on to my description?

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  @YarntoTablePodcast19 күн бұрын

  Me, a literal chicken girl, realizing this has always been my aesthetic.

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  @sarahs.handmakes15 күн бұрын

  😂 so glad I could help you realize your aesthetic!

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  @AlpacaMyYarn20 күн бұрын

  Cutest tulip needle stoppers…i hunted those down right away to add to my supplies

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  @sarahs.handmakes20 күн бұрын

  Right? They’re so cute! Thanks for watching ☺️

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  @RachelBearn21 күн бұрын

  Loved this! Such a fun video and so many gorgeous patterns to try ❤

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  @sarahs.handmakes20 күн бұрын

  Thank you! I hope you found a few you want to knit 😊

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  @Petrichor.Knitwear22 күн бұрын

  Loved this video! 🍅❤ also may I shamelessly recommend my own pattern, the Eggcellent Vest? Would fit perfectly into the fun intarsia category ☺

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  @sarahs.handmakes20 күн бұрын

  Thank you!!! And oooh! That does fit so well into the fun intarsia! Thanks for the recommendation and what a good pattern design!

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  @LyndsayMyers22 күн бұрын

  I’m new to knitting (started in November) and have made a few beanies, a few socks, a sweater and I’m half way through a cardigan. I’ve never made a summer garment. I really love the look of the love letter top by Veronica Lindbergh. Her designer photos are so great. A knitting channel I watch just made it in red and I love how it looks, but whenever I watch people’s year in review videos they say how bad their cotton knits fit and how much they stretched. Lots of people seem to say they are done making summer garments and are going to stick to sweaters and cool weather items because they wear them way more often. I’m thinking of maybe using a cotton wool blend on a tank… anyways, I’m very torn if it will be worth it in the long run. The bralettes you shared might be a good low stakes, fast summer knit to try out some different yarn compositions. Thank you for this video. It was the first I’ve seen on your channel!

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  @sarahs.handmakes20 күн бұрын

  Thanks so much for watching! A bralette will be quick and a great way to try out summer fibers. I also always recommend looser summer garments with some positive ease or neutral ease so that they don’t stretch as much! I’m not sure if the love letter top has positive/neutral ease but it would help! And doing a wool blended summer fiber also sounds like a great idea.

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  @valerieclark569522 күн бұрын

  Just loved this!Thanks for another great video. I had never heard of the Tomato Girl aesthetic before and enjoyed learning about it. I like bright colors and love a pop of color cardigan. Everything Petite Knit does looks great on her. Just about everything I knit and crochet could be said to be for summer as I am allergic to wool. Just finished a silk shawl and about to begin a top down v neck vest in cotton.

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  @sarahs.handmakes22 күн бұрын

  Thanks so much for watching! I’m glad you learned about a new aesthetic and can hopefully find some inspiration from it. Wow a wool allergy would be horrible! But I’m glad you’re able to find fibers to work with. A silk shawl and cotton vest sound amazing 😊

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  @SmashKnits22 күн бұрын

  I’m really enjoying the ‘Knit Your Aesthetic’ series! I think you do a great job at matching the patterns to the different key elements of each style even if they aren’t necessarily your own! I always come away with some inspiration for future projects!

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  @sarahs.handmakes22 күн бұрын

  Awww thank you so much Ash! Always love hearing from you 😊

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  @raevynwoods940324 күн бұрын

  I love the fact that you actually made something with that little skein! I never know what to make with the little skeins / am scared to 'waste' the yarn, so I end up not using my early spun yarn... I think you picked it up really quickly too, it definitely took me longer than a few months to learn to draft properly. (I'll also say that if you get a wheel or an e-spinner, practising on that will help you improve much quicker. At least it did for me! And it'll be much easier on the shoulders. Another option that's sligtly more affordable could be a supported spindle. You can spin that in a bowl on your lap or to your side, and draft sideways instead of up. Still taxing for the shoulders, but I find it a bit easier on my body. (Or even learning the medieval way with a distaff and an in-hand spindle, that way your shoulder doesn't have to go up at all!)

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  @sarahs.handmakes23 күн бұрын

  Thank you for the encouragement and advice! I am looking into a mini e-spinner now to make it easier on my body. I’ll also have to try to find a supported spindle. It sounds like you have a lot of experience so thanks so much for sharing!

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  @raevynwoods940323 күн бұрын

  @@sarahs.handmakes weeell.... a lot... I started about two-three years ago I think, and I didn't really get a feel for it until I got a spinning wheel :P And e-spinner sounds great, good luck with it :)

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  @misscranky25 күн бұрын

  Once you get more consistent, you'll miss the days when you could spin think and thin. It's a hard thing to do intentionally

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  @sarahs.handmakes23 күн бұрын

  That’s true! I’ve heard that from a few people. I’m definitely enjoying where I’m at currently.

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  @callmeswivelhips822926 күн бұрын

  Smaller projects with your first skeins of homespun yarn makes a lot of sense to me. I imagine the learning curve is steep at the beginning. SO the next 40 yards of yarn might be s significantly different quality from your first 40 yards. Which is a good thing. Though it also means that using them in different projects might also be a smart plan. This is so inspiring! I'm started to weave and sew recently: I want to make my own clothing. I have considered learning how to spin, if simply to better understanding yarn and how to work well with it. Thank you for posting your journey! I'm a lot more likely to give it a try now! It seems like a deep and complex task at first. But the more you learn, the more simple and shallow it becomes. And the easier it is to make something of your own work!! I'm currently weaving s scarf for my niece, and I'm having so much fun with it too!

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  @callmeswivelhips822926 күн бұрын

  The little scrunchie is so cute!!!

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  @sarahs.handmakes26 күн бұрын

  Thanks so much for watching! And that’s exactly why I went with a smaller first project (and how long spinning takes!) Weaving is wonderful- that’s so cool to get into. I highly recommend trying to spin- it’s taught me so much about yarn and made me a better knitter.

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  @callmeswivelhips822925 күн бұрын

  @@sarahs.handmakes That's why I want to do it!! Currently trying to teach myself how to sew myself a shirt. Once I can make basic garments, then I'll start spinning so I can perfect my ability to weave. So exciting!! Thank you for sharing!! :BIGGRIN:

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  @lavendercottagefibrearts28 күн бұрын

  a few of my knitting group friends have started spinning and it's making me want to try it. it's amazing to see the progression from the first go to what you ended up with. one thing holding me back is that i have a lot of back and shoulder pain already from a chronic injury and i worry that spinning would aggravate it but i guess basic spindles aren't overly expensive so i could just give it a go.

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  @sarahs.handmakes27 күн бұрын

  Oh so fun! I’d be very careful with spinning if you have a shoulder injury. I’m hyper mobile in my shoulders and it definitely caused me some pain if I did it for a while! But it’s really fun to try and not too expensive. As long as you take frequent breaks, you should be ok! And it’s so satisfying

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  @valerieclark569529 күн бұрын

  Really enjoyed this, thanks. As for my own experience, the old joke would apply-that's why they call it a DROP spindle, heh heh. Someone showed me how once at a KIP event in the early 00's. I came home, waited a day, and could never spin again.

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  @sarahs.handmakes29 күн бұрын

  Thanks so much for watching!! It takes a lot of practice, maybe you’d like it now if you tried again! But I was definitely dropping it a ton at first

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  @felicianunez7662Ай бұрын

  I feel like you can make whatever you want. It’s a hobby that’s meant to be enjoyable. For the size inclusivity….maybe just discuss it at the end when people have an opportunity to click off

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  @Charlotte_UnravelledАй бұрын

  Your cardigans look so lovely! This has made me really think more about the items that i knit and how I want them to fit, I also love having cardigans that i can also wear as jumpers :)

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  @sarahs.handmakesАй бұрын

  Ahh thank you!! That was my exact goal of this video so I’m so glad it was helpful. Thanks for watching 😊

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  @msadm1225Ай бұрын

  I totally get being discouraged by not getting done what you wanted to, but planning to make 7 FOs in 3 months, 4 of which are garments seems like a pretty high goal unless you are able to knit 40+hours a week. Having realistic goals definitely helps with not getting as discouraged!

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  @sarahs.handmakesАй бұрын

  I agree! I used to knit that much and probably will in the future when it’s cold outside again. I think I knit quicker than many people which used to mean I could get 8+ things done in a season. But I’m in a different phase of life now so I need to adjust my goals!

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  @Charlotte_UnravelledАй бұрын

  Thank you for your video. You should 100% still knit the Twist Loop Top, it is beautiful. I think knitting is very personal and so you should focus on what you would enjoy knitting and wearing and not worry about whether the pattern is suitable for someone else. It is your personal knitting journey, do what makes you happy 😊 have a lovely summer!

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  @sarahs.handmakesАй бұрын

  Thank you for your perspective! That’s a smart way to look at it

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  @evaniki1995Ай бұрын

  Twist loop top is very beautiful and I don't know any similar patterns to recommend. My opinion is that most people will find the size for themselves and your podcast will be helpful. We can't be perfect both as knitting designers and podcasters, so if you like this top, knit it and enjoy the finished object. I will be knitting this top as well and I look forward to your FO.

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  @sarahs.handmakesАй бұрын

  Thanks for sharing your perspective! I think I will knit it

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  @ouinequeАй бұрын

  It's hard to get used to a different (slower!) pace of knitting, isn't it! I find it so difficult! At the same time I'm happy I am able (again) to do more other things. 🌞

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  @sarahs.handmakesАй бұрын

  I’m glad I’m not the only one struggling! It requires such a mindset and expectations shift

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  @TheSolipsist0Ай бұрын

  A lot of people seemed to have problems with the highest button on their eva cardigans. Including myself- I sewed it close.

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  @sarahs.handmakesАй бұрын

  Huh! I didn’t know that. It is too high for a lot of people?

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  @TheSolipsist0Ай бұрын

  I did a color analysis- I‘m a deep winter they told my - however I do not like that color so I go with deep autumn color schemes. 😅

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  @sarahs.handmakesАй бұрын

  Interesting! I’m glad you’re listening to what you like instead of just going with what your color analysis says.

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  @irislikestosewАй бұрын

  I don’t worry that much about size inclusivity. Yes consider it, but you don’t need to be married to it. Grading patterns sounds hard, I don’t understand what goes into it, but I can imagine that not all designs would grade up as well as others. Supporting her and communicating with her would help her be able to afford grading/tech editing support for her patterns. XO love your patterns! Going outside is way more of a priority for me than knitting right now. Exciting you are coming to Alaska! I am in Anchorage. Will you be going to Cordova? Enjoy your travels and casual knitting!

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  @sarahs.handmakesАй бұрын

  Thank you so much for your input! You’re right- grading sounds hard and I don’t know enough about it. And thank you for Alaska! I’m very excited. I won’t go to Cordova but I’ll be in Ketchikan, Sitka, Haines, and Juneau!

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  @mimarimaniАй бұрын

  Speaking of seasonal plans I'm way less ambitious. I'm working on one summer tee, anything else is a bonus. On the back burner I have a sweater that was my spring project but is now a fall project. Anything else is a bonus. I am considering what my next project should be though (maybe a cardigan)😅

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  @sarahs.handmakesАй бұрын

  A summer tee sounds like a great plan! I’m glad you’re setting realistic girls and hopefully enjoying other hobbies this summer 😊

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  @kayrahyatt923Ай бұрын

  This was such a fun video, thanks for sharing! I always keep some sticky notes and a pen in my notions pouch just in case I need to write something down.

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  @sarahs.handmakesАй бұрын

  Thanks for watching!! Ooh sticky notes and pens is such a good idea. I used to keep a little graphic paper lined notebook in mine

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  @chansq28Ай бұрын

  Oh I love cardigans!! Your Eva Cardi looks especially great on you!! Would you mind me asking how much ease it has on you? I love the fit!

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  @sarahs.handmakesАй бұрын

  Thank you! It has 12” of positive ease on me. My bust is 37” and it’s 49” around

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  @chansq28Ай бұрын

  Thank you!!

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  @lavendercottagefibreartsАй бұрын

  i don't have any personal experience with this but i have seen other people who have added a thread of elastic to the neckline of a wrap top to stop it from sagging open. maybe that could be worth trying and i guess it's reversible if it doesn't work.

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  @sarahs.handmakesАй бұрын

  I should try that! I think that the wrap point is at the wrong point for it to not gap but it is reversible as you said!

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  @valerieclark5695Ай бұрын

  Thank you for another great episode. While watching you I was knitting away on the last sleeve of a cardigan. Always interested in cardigans as they are more comfy than pullovers, and it's nice to see your choices and why you made them.

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  @sarahs.handmakesАй бұрын

  Thanks so much for watching and the feedback! I hope you got some good progress on your sleeve. I agree that cardigans are comfier too!

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  @SmashKnitsАй бұрын

  Chicken girl aesthetic is so fun! Loving all the pattern recommendations and I can totally imagine myself in a chicken coop, pottering around in these knits! 🐓 I feel the sudden urge to get some chickens 😂

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  @sarahs.handmakesАй бұрын

  Thank you Ash! Haha I would love if I actually inspired someone to get chickens with this 😂

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  @22mononokeАй бұрын

  This really resonates with my style. The colour palette and loose knitwear over dresses with hair back in bandana/scarf is always something I end up in. Don't know about actually handling chickens though lol! I think the Soiree pattern by Emily Foden would be perfect for this look. It's oversized, with casual rolled up edges and a very comfort focused style (but still looks so pretty). Other patterns I'm thinking of are the oversized Gentle Lopi by Melody Hoffman, Chaika (wide sleeve version) by Midori Hirose, Tahka Cardigan by Sari Nordlund and the Douglas Cardi (in muted stripes or even solid colour) by Andrea Mowry. The general look of Laerke's (Fiber Tales) patterns I believe fit this vibe too and especially her upcoming, yet to be released, new cabled cardigan. Nicely put together and great look to explore.

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  @sarahs.handmakesАй бұрын

  Ooh those are some great pattern recommendations! I’ve added a few more to the pattern bundle. Thank you! I’m really glad that the style resonates! I’m also not sure about having chickens 😆