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Friday, May 28, 2021, Issue 200: Happy Friday!
There are quite a few Knit-A-Longs (KALs) running or starting soon!
The Fibre Co “One Sock” Knit-A-Long
The Fire Co is hosting a Sock Knit-A-Long (KAL) starting June 1st! the KAL is Free and Knitters of any skill level can join (Fibre Co’s ‘one sock’ pattern is ideal for novices). If you’re a beginner sock knitter this is a great opportunity to take advantage of the free resources offered though the KAL!
They are kicking off their “Month of Socks” with a Zoom party hosted by The Fibre Co. founder Daphne, One Sock designer Kate Atherly, and knitting teacher Renée Callahan.
The party starts 1st June at 5pm BST | 12 noon EDT | 9am PDT.
At 5, Daphne will start things off by telling us about 'How to make the perfect sock yarn'. Then Kate Atherly will chat about the One Sock pattern, and finally Renée Callahan will describe how the KAL (and the prizes!) will work. We will have time for a few questions at the end. This will be a fun introduction to the KAL for knitters, but for those who need a little more help with their cast on, the first video tutorial covering needle arrangements and how to cast on will come out on 2nd June.
Knitters only have to do one of two things to be able to take part in the KAL and to win prizes: either 1. Knit the One Sock pattern in any yarn OR 2. Knit any sock pattern in Amble yarn. And of course they are more than welcome to knit the One Sock pattern in Amble yarn!
Post your finished object before July 1st, 2021 and be entered in their prize draw!
If you haven't registered yet, please do! Register Here.
One Sock is a classic top-down sock pattern to fit all feet, designed in our sock yarn Amble. With lots of opportunities to customise the fit and design, this pattern comes with the One Sock Guidebook, a resource that walks makers through the process of knitting beautiful socks that fit, as well as an opportunity to practice your new sock skills with the beginner-friendly Baby Sock pattern.
Baby Sock
New to sock knitting? Try out all the techniques used in our One Sock pattern with the quick and ever-so-cute Baby Sock pattern in Cumbria. Once you’ve finished knitting your baby socks, you will have tried every technique you need to progress on to the One Sock pattern.
FROM MARIE GREENE AT OLIVE KNITS WEBSITE...
It’s been five years since that first long weekend when I thought maybe I’d try to knit a sweater in four days. It was a silly personal challenge and I had no idea that it would become an annual event that drew together a remarkable community of knitters around the globe. The 4 Day Knitalong has never been about 4 days – not really. It’s about knitting a sweater faster than we thought we could – and doing it with the energy, enthusiasm, and the support of our community.
The first 4 Day Knit-a-long was Stillwater, then Beekeeper, then Foxtrot and Soundtrack. We knit together through highs and lows, through our triumphs and our struggles. We knit together through the loneliest year that many of us have ever experienced.
This year, with hope on the horizon, we’re embracing the 5th Annual 4 Day Knitalong with renewed energy and joy. Join us for the knitting party of the year – a celebration of life, friendship, and brighter days. Our 2021 Theme is FIREWORKS (I did say it was a celebration, didn’t I?)
HINTS
- It’s a yoke-style pullover
- It’s one single color
- My team and I knit our samples in Sew Happy Jane Delightful DK Tweed
- DK weight tonals, solid colors, tweeds, and kettle-dyed yarns are recommended. Less color variation is better.
- Participating LYS and yarn dyers will have other fun yarn ideas to share
- There are NO photo sneak peeks until June 7th
- The skill level is intermediate, but if you’re a confident advanced beginner, you can do this
- You DO NOT have to knit the sweater in 4 days – we knit together the whole month of July, so you can work at your own pace.
DETAILS
Gauge — 20 st and 28 rounds/rows in 4 in/10 cm in stockinette stitch, blocked (Pattern includes an alternate gauge option of 22 st and 30 rounds/rows in 4 in/10 cm to expand size and yarn options)
SIZES
Finished Bust/Chest Circumference: 33.9 (36.75, 43.2, 46, 48.5, 53, 56.75, 60.75, 64.75) in/84 (93.5, 108, 115, 123, 134.5, 144, 154.5, 164.5) cm
Yardage — 1010 (1182, 1335, 1485, 1597, 1688, 1784, 1886, 1994) yards/923 (1080, 1220, 1357, 1460, 1543, 1631, 1724, 1823) meters
Needles — US Size 6/4mm (24-32 in/60-80 cm) circular – body; US Size 6/4mm (12 in/30 cm) circular or DPNs – sleeves: US Size 4/3.5mm (16 in/40 cm) circular – neckline; US Size 4/3.5mm (12 in/30 cm) circular or DPNs – cuffs. (Note: Adjust your needle size, if necessary, to obtain correct gauge.)
Fit Advice — This sweater is meant to fit with about 2 inches/5 cm positive ease. For best results, choose the size with a finished measurement that is 2 inches/5 cm larger than your full bust measurement.
SUPPORT YOUR FAVOURITE YARNIES!
In addition to our yarn sponsor, Sew Happy Jane, we have OODLES of yarn shops and dyers participating to bring you drool-worthy yarn + some LYS activities with participating shops, in select locations. (Scroll down to see the list!) We’ll be giving away 50+ prizes from your favorite shops and yarnies (and yours truly) throughout the month of July while we knit along together.
WHAT IF I CAN'T KNIT IT IN 4 DAYS?!?
You do not have to knit the sweater in 4 days. For those who like a challenge, you can try your hands at the speedy 4-10 day pace (based on your size), but the speed is completely up to you. We’ll be celebrating and knitting throughout the month of July, so you can work at the pace that’s best for you. The goal is to reach the finish line – however long it may take to get there. We’re here to help you knit a sweater faster than you thought you could, but it’s a personal challenge that will vary from person to person.
For more information, check out the Olive Knits link HERE!
WIPs and FOs
I took the needles off of the leg that doesn't have the ribbing so that I could block it. Of course, I forgot to set my timer for the soak cycle that I use and so my washing machine ran its complete soak, wash, rinse and spin cycle! My Baby Bear by Cocoknits is fine! Good thing Navia Faroese Sock is machine washable! I am ready to sew on the snap tape...then finish the ribbing!
Once again, I joined in for Sarah Schira (@imagined_landscapes)'s Gnot Just Another Gnome MKAL! Gnelson, my gnome for this Gnome MKAL 6 is finished! I used a Gnot Just Another Gnome MKAL Kits from Ancient Arts Yarn in River Walk for mine. The grey was supposed to be C3 too be used for the body but I messed up and knit both the beard and the body with C3 instead of C2 for the body and C3 for the beard. I wasn't about too redo the whole body so I knit a new beard in C2 which is now the grey! Whew!!
Gnelson is trying to hide among the "trees" but he isn't invisible!
I knit Antoni by Julie Weisenberger for my cardigan class and for the Berroco Cardi Party 1.0 using Berroco Elba. I won this yarn above - Berroco Cambria which I now carry.
I cast on Rhys by Alison Green for Berroco Cardi Party 2.0 oon May 23rd!
From Berroco: Join us for a Cardi Party! From May 15-June 25 we are making cardigans in Berroco Yarns! Also, your cardigan pattern is on us! Use code BerrocoCardiParty2 for your treat. While you can use any cardigan, to be elidible for prizes you must use Berroco Yarns (this includes our partner brands, Lang, Lopi, Wool Addicts and Amano).
I also included details in my blog/newsletter of Friday, April 30th.
This cardigan is cropped, featuring columns of eyelets that begin at the fronts and center back and spread out to the shoulders. Garter stitch front bands complete the piece.
I am not knitting mine cropped! Instead of 10 repeats of the 4 row repeat, I knit 16 repeats. I am getting close to finishing the back. I am also considering making my fronts a little wider and the front bands in ribbing instead of garter stitch. My inspiration for knitting this pattern with modifications is Pat (patmorrow on Ravelry)'s long version.
KNIT GROUP AND GALLERY
The newest Knit-Alongs are the Any Sweater / Shawl KAL and the Knit Any Project: the everlasting knit-along to encourage and support you to knit is running from May 1 to August 31, 2021. I will get a thread started soon!
Remember to post photos to the finished object (FO) thread when you finish a project during the Knit-Along so that you will be included in the next draw! We will also add the option of posting your finished project to Instagram using the #sue2knitskal so that I can find them!
Above is the Chamomile Cardigan by Lisa Chemery knit by Lise (Mattedcat) that she finished back in March being modelled on her sweet younger granddaughter.
Lynda, Heidi’s mom finished this stunning June Bunnies Shawl by Inese Andzane. Yarn is Madelinetosh TML in Barbara Deserves Better colour.
Jocelyne (jocblais) finished knitting this gorgeous Cedar Pullover by Joji Locatelli using Shibui Reed that she bought at last fall’s I Love Yarn Day!
Linda (lmcnorton) finished her cabled Namu Sweater by knitboop designs!
Linda (lmcnorton) finished her Gnomie who was out smelling the flowers and picked one for his girlfriend!
Sandi (sandima) finished her Gnature and planning another...
Kay (@kayrobbins) knit this adorable Baby JUMPSUIT & Silver Glow by Sweet Dreams Studio.
Rosemary (@coolknitsbyrose) finished these pretty yellow Summer Crush Shorties by Tracie Millar!
Debbie (@love.knit.spin.weave) finished this lovely Printemps by Simone Van Iderstine of Sand and Sky Creations.
Lise (Mattedcat) finished this Ezra’s Buttery Soft Blanket by Laurie Kimmelstiel despite the heat while she was working on it!!
Did anyone else knit the Oh Happy Wrap Mystery Knit-along by Lise Hannes? Jenny (JChan8) did and isn’t it beautiful? The mystery is now over but now you can buy the pattern and knit it!
VIRTUAL SOCIAL KNITTING
Virtual social knitting using the Zoom app! It has been a great way to knit together through social distancing! Join in with us either Tuesday afternoon from 2 - 4 pm or Thursday nights from 7 - 9 pm. We are continuing to hold our Zoom meetings each week until we can meet again in person. Clicking on the link will take you to our Zoom meeting.
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Meeting ID: 407820804
Happy Friday, Happy Knitting, Crocheting and Crafting! Keep calm and keep on knitting and making!