I used data to break my yarn habit (stash tour) siân over 2025-02-03 | I've been really enjoying the 'collecting yarn' aspect of knitting - maybe too much! I gave myself a wakeup call in the form of graphing out exactly what and how much I’ve bought in just my first year. Enjoy this look into my stash :)Ravelry: ravelry.com/people/sian-overInstagram: instagram.com/sian_overIntro/outro music: From BenSound, by artist Vital, license code: M7HEIS6FEBCU7KCCSound effect by u_iozlfd2w96 on Pixabay
I tried spinning for the first time! ✮ start to finish siân over 2026-07-01 | I drove 2 hours to buy a secondhand vintage spinning wheel, then taught myself to make handspun yarn with zero experience! Join me over a weekend to troubleshoot and get the wheel up and running, learning how to draft fibre, managing twist and consistency, and finally plying it all together for the first time ever. Glad to have gained this new skill and hobby, and just in time for Tour de Fleece!The fibre I'm using is Ashford Corriedale Roving in the colour 'Kiwifruit'.The spinning wheel is a 'Camelot' from the brand Sharp and Page.Ravelry: ravelry.com/people/sian-overInstagram: instagram.com/sian_over0:00 my new secondhand wheel and the plan1:37 fixing the drive band3:44 practising with leader yarn6:08 trial and error with the corriedale fibre11:47 finishing bobbin one16:20 more wheel maintenance16:49 bobbin two17:28 plying the singles together21:58 finishing the skein23:02 the final product!
Beanies, baby vests and buying yarn again | podcast ep. 7 siân over 2026-05-30 | The autumn knitting bug has bitten me once again! I made progress on my big garment WIP, started and finished a new beanie, and am on the final leg of an exciting baby knit for my future niece or nephew. An unexpected break from work gave me lots of time but not a lot of concentration, so I switched gears to small, satisfying projects that would keep my motivation going, and it worked! Bring your knitting and come catch up with me in the midday sun.Patterns knit:Oslo hat: ravelry.com/patterns/library/oslo-hat-5Moby slipover baby: ravelry.com/patterns/library/moby-slipover-babyTangent sweater: ravelry.com/patterns/library/tangent-sweaterOphelia blouse: ravelry.com/patterns/library/ophelia-blouse-2Patterns mentioned:Handsome chris pullover: ravelry.com/patterns/library/the-handsome-chris-pulloverMareille scarf: ravelry.com/patterns/library/marielle-scarfPaloma pointelle scarf: ravelry.com/patterns/library/paloma-pointelle-scarfYarns used:Knitting for Olive Merino in Clover GreenKnitting for Olive Soft Silk Mohair in Clover GreenPatons Dreamtime Merino in SilverSandnes Garn Peer Gynt in 926Yarns mentioned/shown:Heirloom Merino Magic 10 ply in 6250Mirasol Llama Umi in CaramelLincraft Chiaro di luna in SilverYou can find lots more details on my:Ravelry: ravelry.com/people/sian-overInstagram: instagram.com/sian_over0:00 Finished objects7:12 Works in progress15:23 Yarn acquisitions
all-over cables, long-term WIPs, and new pattern books for my birthday | podcast ep. 6 siân over 2026-04-25 | Hello again! I’m getting back into the swing of knitting updates as the weather cools off and the nights get darker in the approach to winter. Let me take you through the accessories I’ve completed since we last chatted in spring, share the two garments I've got on my needles at the moment, and take a look at some of the yarn and books I’ve acquired along the way which are getting me excited to knit again.🧶 All pattern, yarn and needle info, as well as modifications and other notes are available on my Ravelry!Ravelry: ravelry.com/people/sian-overInstagram: instagram.com/sian_overPatterns mentioned:The Simple Thing by Melina BrellSophie Scarf by PetiteKnitSailor Slippers by Annie GermainJason’s Cashmere Hat by Melissa ThomsonOphelia Blouse by Tamara JordanTangent Sweater by Bailey BairdAlpenhaus Throw Blanket by Jessica Reeves PotaszBook Club Cardigan by Sari NordlundBooks mentioned:Knitting for Olive: Twenty Modern Knitting Patterns from the Iconic Danish BrandKnit: Dynamic patterns and techniques for creative making0:00 Intro0:22 Finished objects6:53 Works in progress11:48 New yarn and books15:16 Plans15:17 Outro
I tracked my yarn stash for two years (data update) siân over 2026-04-10 | Last year I used data to help break my yarn buying habit, which was a wake-up call for just how long it would take me to knit through my collection. It's one year later and I'm revisiting the numbers and charts to see if I've bought more yarn than I was able to use up. I also dive into what colours, fibres, and weights I seem to gravitate towards and theorise a little on why.Ravelry: ravelry.com/people/sian-overInstagram: instagram.com/sian_over
Everything I knit in my second year (with stats) siân over 2026-01-08 | Let’s go over my year of knits for 2025 - everything I made while trying to balance knitting with the rest of my life and a full-time job. In this video, I’m covering every finished object and ongoing WIP, and what it says about how I actually spent my knitting time.I'll look at things like how many projects were gifts, yarn weight choices, and colour trends, along with some personal reflection on productivity, consistency, and hopefully sharing expectations that are realistic when you’re fitting knitting around work (or life in general).I’ve also now been on YouTube making knitting vlogs, learning new techniques, taking on challenges, and analysing trends for 1 full year! If you’ve been watching since then, I’d genuinely love to hear from you. Happy new year :)___See all these projects on my Ravelry: ravelry.com/people/sian-overGet more updates on my Instagram: instagram.com/sian_over___Let me know: Do you track your knitting? If so, how much do you manage to knit in a year?___Timestamps:0:00 Intro0:42 Garments5:47 Hats11:03 Scarves16:11 Socks23:49 Misc.24:24 All the stats28:23 Reflections and what’s next
Reverse engineering the viral striped felted slippers siân over 2025-12-19 | I let my ego get too big again and tried to make myself some ‘sailor slippers’ based on... vibes. It did not go smoothly, but I got there in the end.Sneaky superwash, gauge issues and inexperience were the major hurdles to the cute, striped, felted slippers of my dreams using scrap yarn from my stash!Enjoy watching the learning curve, plus towards the end I include my final "pattern" (notes and stitch counts) and tips for making your own without quite so many struggles.See the project on my Ravelry: ravelry.com/people/sian-overGet more updates on my Instagram: instagram.com/sian_overTimestamps:0:00 Attempt #110:32 Attempt #214:03 Yarn issues16:58 Attempt #324:32 Success!28:12 Final result and pattern29:51 Reflections and adviceYarns mentioned:Cardigang Chunky MerinoAlafoss Flos in 462Bendigo Woollen Mills Mohair in ‘Wine’Cascade Eco Cloud in ‘Dove’Blackwattle Yarns KunzeaMusic:Shikutomoto by Neighbourhood VandalJazz lounge elevator music by Mykola Odnoroh from Pixabay
I tried machine-knitting socks for the first time siân over 2025-11-21 | This is part 2 of my mini series all about my 3D printed circular sock knitting machine. Watch me get swept up, like Icarus, in 'just tightening the tension a little bit more'. I hope this can be a useful resource (or motivation, or in fact de-motivation) for you in making or buying a machine for yourself.Now that I've worked out the kinks, I can see this being a great addition to the toolkit in producing consistent, high-quality basic socks at home for everyday use, without the time commitment of hand knitting them. Plus I just have had fun learning a new skill.Ravelry: ravelry.com/people/sian-overInstagram: instagram.com/sian_overMusic from BenSound, by artist Lunar Years. License code: VOQU4MIXG4GQOH76
I learned how to knit backwards (instead of purling) siân over 2025-10-26 | Go to go.craftsy.com/sianover and get the first full year of Craftsy Premium for only a dollar and forty-nine cents. The offer is valid for new members only.I spent an afternoon learning whether knitting backwards is a viable alternative to turning your work and purling. While I'm surprised by how quickly I picked up the technique, I think getting *good* at it would take a long time! So, we'll see how often this new skill comes in handy, if ever.Ravelry: ravelry.com/people/sian-overInstagram: instagram.com/sian_overThis video was sponsored by Craftsy.
Learning to use my 3D printed sock knitting machine (it humbled me) siân over 2025-10-12 | I finally have a functional sock knitting machine... or do I? Join me as I figure out how it works, troubleshoot the (user) errors, do an 'emergency cast on', and create a little project that will help me next time I go to use the machine.I printed this at home from the files and instructions provided here:printables.com/model/355228-circular-sock-knitting-machine-for-my-mom-and-youAs you can see, the ribber attachment is only partially complete, so look forward to me trying that out in future. I'll also do a breakdown of the print experience, including materials and costs, as well as a vlog of me making my first pair of socks on it. I'm excited!Ravelry: ravelry.com/people/sian-overInstagram: instagram.com/sian_overMusic by: BensoundLicense code: RY7R70LY3DVYA98DArtist: : Diffie Bosman
Painstakingly washing + packing away my winter knits (chill, no music vlog) siân over 2025-09-27 | One of the biggest parts of becoming a knitter that they don't tell you about is the LAUNDRY! Learning to hand wash and take care of knitwear in the off-season is a steep but fun learning curve. I'm taking advantage of the beautiful weather to do a big load of laundry, including most of my knitted wardrobe (plus some store-bought wool jumpers), and revisit my storage and moth-proofing solutions.Find me on:Ravelry: ravelry.com/people/sian-overInstagram: instagram.com/sian_over
Warm weather knitting! 🌸 hibernal dk socks and ophelia blouse | podcast ep. 5 siân over 2025-09-07 | My garden is coming alive again, and so am I! While I haven't been knitting up a storm lately, I'm hoping to turn that around - and I missed chatting to you. Catch up with me as I share my latest finished object and current garment WIP that's making me look forward to spring.Patterns mentioned:ravelry.com/patterns/library/hibernal-dk-socksravelry.com/patterns/library/ophelia-blouse-2Find me:Ravelry: ravelry.com/people/sian-overInstagram: instagram.com/sian_overIntro 00:00Finished objects 00:29Works in progress 03:27
A cosy little jumper repair vlog | mending one of my most loved knits siân over 2025-08-16 | My first attempt at spit-splicing non-superwash yarn was mostly successful, but two spots in particular failed on me. It was about time I stopped ignoring these holes after putting it off for the better part of a year. Turns out it took no time at all and was actually pretty fun. So grab something you need to finish or fix and hang out with me!Ravelry: ravelry.com/people/sian-overInstagram: instagram.com/sian_overMusic is from Bensound by artist Aventure. License code: D5TOQIDXRQX4QH9T
Winter dopamine knitting, self-drafting, breaking my no-buy | podcast ep. 4 siân over 2025-08-03 | The cold weather is kicking my butt, but some quick, fun accessories have gotten me through the motivation slump, including a special gift-knit beanie with a duplicate stitch cat motif. I also purchased a tabletop yarn swift and finally broke my year-long yarn ban after 6 months (barely)… Plus, I’m looking ahead to what I want to commit to knitting later this year, both before, during and after my overseas travel!*Ravelry:* ravelry.com/people/sian-over*Instagram:* instagram.com/sian_over*I’m wearing:*ravelry.com/projects/sian-over/twofold-sweater-v-neck*Patterns mentioned:*ravelry.com/patterns/library/drowseravelry.com/patterns/library/jasons-cashmere-hatravelry.com/patterns/library/the-simple-thingravelry.com/patterns/library/hibernal-dk-socks*Books mentioned:*ravelry.com/patterns/sources/knitovation-stitch-dictionary*New yarns:*ravelry.com/yarns/library/fiddlesticks-australia-peppin-10ravelry.com/yarns/library/concept-by-katia-50-mohair-shades*New swift:*https://www.knittingco.com.au/products/phoenix-needles-tabletop-yarn-swift?srsltid=AfmBOorDi8BxvtHubTU6gZw_gja4B9mMmY3W5on7Dg3p4V8Z8skP2kDZ*Timestamps:*0:00 Intro0:16 Finished objects and yarn acquisitions14:03 Non-yarn acquisitions16:28 WIPs21:49 Chat
Full yarn stash tour + organisation + check-in (will it really take 8 years to knit through it all?) siân over 2025-07-19 | This is a long, cosy chat - so grab your knitting (or your own disorganised stash) while I go through every skein and ball I still own 6 months into my year of a yarn no-buy and stashdown challenge!I’m sorting it into garments, accessories, socks, and scraps, pulling out a few to donate, and talking about a few great secondhand finds (like Hedgehog Fibres, Knitting for Olive Sandnes Garn, and Lopi!).I cap it off with some quick calculations in excel for my fellow data lovers out there, using my completed project weights to calculate my stashdown progress and see how I'm tracking against my (optimistic) 8-year timeline, to hopefully make space for some very exciting travel yarn acquisitions soon. If you're doing a no-buy or stashdown, how are you going at this point in the year? How do you store your yarn? Do you have any standouts in your own collection?Timestamps:0:00 – Why I’m knitting from stash and where I started the year07:06 – Stash tour: yarn for garments28:43 – Stash tour: yarn for accessories54:55 – Stash tour: scrap yarns1:20:43 – Mid-year stashdown resultsYou can also find me here:Ravelry: ravelry.com/people/sian-overInstagram: instagram.com/sian_over
Finished objects (finally), fibre festivals with friends, and non-yarn acquisitions | podcast ep. 3 siân over 2025-07-06 | This past month or two, with a little more free time and plenty of motivation, I’ve both cast off (and cast on) plenty of exciting knitting (and crochet) projects! Join me on a sunny winter afternoon to catch up and chat about them.0:00 Intro0:38 Finished objects19:21 Works in progress36:14 AcquisitionsPatterns used:Low tide sweater: ravelry.com/patterns/library/low-tide-17Twofold sweater V-neck: ravelry.com/patterns/library/twofold-sweater-v-neckBear ears beanie hat: ravelry.com/patterns/library/bear-ears-beanie-hatDrowse socks: ravelry.com/patterns/library/drowseAlpenhaus throw blanket: ravelry.com/patterns/library/alpenhaus-throw-blanketHonourable mentions:Zipper sweater: ravelry.com/patterns/library/zipper-sweater-2Baby bear beanie: ravelry.com/patterns/library/baby-bear-beanie-21Korshavn sweater: ravelry.com/patterns/library/korshavn-sweaterPearl jacket: ravelry.com/patterns/library/pearl-jacketPearl sweater: ravelry.com/patterns/library/pearl-sweater-10Maggie cardigan: ravelry.com/patterns/library/maggie-cardigan-3My links:Ravelry: ravelry.com/people/sian-overInstagram: instagram.com/sian_over
Trying the Sentro for the first time🧣 gift knit scarves with me! siân over 2025-06-28 | I stretched my creative and physical muscles and also fulfilled a gift request by frogging an existing project and reknitting it using a hand-cranked circular knitting machine! The yarn I was originally working with for this project gave me a really tough time, so I dove into my stash and did a practice run first, meaning I completed not one but TWO scarves in a weekend! I also experimented with dropped stitches and an afterthought slipped stitch pattern.I think this really documents how my mind works when it comes to trying new things: I hugely overestimate by abilities, jump right in, face a lot of challenges that I could have avoided by researching first, and then somehow make it work and have a lot of anyway!I hope I’ve kept you company while you knit, and that you’re having a great week.Ravelry: ravelry.com/people/sian-overInstagram: instagram.com/sian_overMusic from bensound:Artist: Dreamt, License code: SDP0BPKZRSM3GYOOArtist: Aventure, License code: ASNHP4CTNUIQUXTKArtist: Nick Petrov, License code: BPYYDYPKT2B0WNAM
Can I knit a sweater in a weekend? | knitting vlog | Twofold Sweater V-Neck by Caidree siân over 2025-06-09 | As an stubborn-yet-optimistic and energetic person, there’s nothing I hate more than being told I can’t do something. Except a weekend where I've got nothing to do.So, to brush off the cobwebs from my last slog of a knit, I attempted the impossible (or at least the ill-advised): finishing an adult-sized sweater in just 48 hours. I battled gauge maths, stiff muscles, and an ever-increasing pile of ignored chores — all in the name of a knitting experiment and need for a cozy jumper to wear! So come knit with me on a sunny late-autumn weekend!Pattern: Twofold Sweater V-Neck by CaidreeYarn: Bendigo Woollen Mills ‘Special Blend’ 16ply/super bulky 100% wool in the colour ‘Coal’Data: 600g of yarn used in 19 hours of knitting, ~9 cups of tea made, 2 extremely late nights hadRavelry: ravelry.com/people/sian-overInstagram: instagram.com/sian_overBackground music is from Bensound.Artist: Yunior Arronte, License code: 2WR5AMXY6OKP53VYArtist: Aventure, License code: C1FPE4OGD1CEXCFVArtist: Yunior Arronte, License code: GRK3PFURADWC0ZVB
Knit with me 💙🌊 Low Tide sweater project diary | start to finish vlog + chat siân over 2025-06-01 | I started this jumper * 4 months ago * and have been filming snippets along the way – so get comfy and come knit with me from start to finish as I make the Low Tide Sweater by Rachel Illsley (Unwind Knitwear) using KnitPicks Gloss DK in 'Kenai'.This project experience really represents me fully: cool jewel tones, lace and cables, silk, overconfidence… and just a touch of impatience. Good things come to those who wait – and those who push their skills a little outside their comfort zone.Hopefully you can notice just how much my audio improves over the course of the video!Ravelry: ravelry.com/people/sian-overInstagram: instagram.com/sian_overMusic is by artist 'Lunar Years on BenSound, license code: XZ34VMGVXQBOQNAW
I tried Portuguese knitting for the first time siân over 2025-05-11 | Even as a die-hard continental knitter, I have been drawn in by the promise of effortless purling, just by learning how to get comfortable wrapping yarn around my neck - Portuguese style! I was driven to try this different approach to knitting because of some looming hand pain and a desire to see if maybe I can speed up my stitches a little - or at least make long stretches of purling easier.So grab a project and sit with me while I learn how to tension the yarn, wrap the stitches, and switch between knits and purls in real time. You might be surprised - I was!You can see how I'm going on this sweater on my Ravelry:ravelry.com/people/sian-overOr my Instagram:instagram.com/sian_overBackground music is from artist Aventure via Bensound. License code: BGAVNAQRPS5RNYJC
Knits you can wear to work! (pattern roundup) siân over 2025-05-04 | I work in an office environment and also want to get the most wear out of my knits, and think that some of you may too. Today we're talking corporate-office-friendly knitwear patterns. I've gathered 25 of my favourite on-trend patterns I think would make good work wear for more 'standard' or conservative offices where scrappy tank tops, mini skirts and mitts might not fit the bill! I'd love to know if you've made or end up making any of these!Find the Ravelry bundle here: ravel.me/sian-over/4gc3qt00:00 What makes an office-friendly knit?04:55 Skirts10:37 Pants16:18 Tops/dresses21:40 Sweaters31:40 AccessoriesIf you're wondering whether the lighting/colours are janky in this video, they are! Noted, and it shouldn't happen from here on out. :)
slow and steady progress + unexpected acquisitions | siân over knits podcast ep. 2 siân over 2025-04-25 | Just a casual knitting catch up! I've made a dent in my two main WIPs despite being busy, and received some yarn and a new craft to learn.00:00 Intro00:45 WIP - Low tide sweater08:00 What I'm wearing09:46 WIP - Drowse socks16:11 AcquisitionsInstagram: instagram.com/sian_overRavelry: ravelry.com/people/sian-over
Why AI cant write knitting patterns siân over 2025-04-18 | You probably already know how bad AI knitting patterns are - but if you don't, you're in for a treat. I'm diving deeper into Large Language Models to discuss why you might be tempted to use them, how they work and why that makes them (currently) really, really bad at pattern design.0:00 Introduction1:12 What draws people to AI patterns?1:47 What makes a knitting pattern good? 2:22 How Large Language Models work4:35 Why AI cant write good knitting patterns6:20 Case study: critiquing an AI pattern13:07 Other concerns with AI patterns14:21 Alternatives to AI14:24 Will AI patterns improve?Instagram: instagram.com/sian_overRavelry: ravelry.com/people/sian-overSlideshow sound effect is by storegraphic from Pixabay
Cool weather, cooler knits 🍂 (what I’m knitting this autumn) siân over 2025-04-03 | What’s better than crisp autumn days and cozy hot drinks? Both of those things while knitting!I’m very excited to share my first official seasonal knitting plans video. This is only my second autumn since I learnt to knit last year, but I’ve already learned how much it can reframe my mindset in looking forward to the cold months.When it comes to choosing patterns, I took inspiration from some recent favourites on Ravelry (@sian-over) and from what others are making on Instagram (@sian_over), stash yarn I’m dying to knit with, and the knitting goals and project ideas I shared at the beginning of the year. Of course, I couldn’t fit everything I might make into one video, but I'll start out with the must-haves and work my way through to the maybes.Whether you're preparing for a cozy autumn in the southern hemisphere too, or are daydreaming about colder days from the other side of the world, I hope this video gives you plenty of knitting inspiration. It’s just now starting to get chilly in the mornings where I live, and by 2 months time it’ll be into the negative degrees. So I’d better get started!Sections:0:00 Intro and what I'm wearing2:12 How I'm approaching the season4:56 Patterns I want to knit this autumn28:55 Wrap upPatterns mentioned:Nestoria by Audrey BorregoLow Tide by Rachel IllsleyDrowse by Kaori KatsuradaAuguste Cardigan by Johanna GehrischHuoleton (carefree) cardigan by Lea PetäjäHandsome Chris Pullover by Caryn ShafferAmy Sweater by PetiteKnitMindy Sweater by Sandnes GarnBraidy Loop Sweater by Other Loops_Tabi Gloves by Joanna AdamekTrigger Mitts by PufidoMaxine Hot Water Bottle Cover by Laura PenroseOlga Sweater by PetiteKnitBaba Sweater by ANKESTRiCKMelville by Sarabeth HallEmbrace Octopus Sweater by Maia E. Sirnes
Dyeing sock yarn with kitchen scraps? | cozy natural dyeing vlog siân over 2025-03-29 | I experimented with using leftover onion skin as a cheap, easy-to-use wool dye to get the perfect contrast colour for an upcoming pair of knitted socks. Even with no experience, I surprised myself with how it went! Come along as I extract the dye, skein up the yarn, dye it, dry it and reskein it the next morning.What natural dye should I try next?See my projects on Ravelry at @sian-overMusic by Kneat via Bensound, license code AOEN8DPVNBLNTE1B
Summer knitting recap + am I hitting my goals? | podcast ep. 1 siân over 2025-03-23 | Let’s get caught up on what I’ve been up to lately, how much knitting I’ve gotten done since the beginning of the year (and why it isn't as much as I'd hoped), my works in progress and how I’m going against my goals. I also chat about my plans for the channel and how I want to hear from you about the videos you’d find interesting!0:00 Intro0:58 General update2:44 Finished objects8:45 Works in progress14:19 (Non-) acquisitions15:54 Progress against my goals18:58 Channel chatPatterns mentioned/shown:- Kate’s Beret by Lee Meredith- Nord Sweater by Sandnes Garn- Scone Run hat by sarahs.handmakes- Low Tide by Rachel Illsley- Drowse by Kaori Katsurada Find all the details for my projects on Ravelry at @sian-overIntro music from BenSound by artist Yunior Arronte, license code 7NVS2CZZD1O9IZBF
My first test knit | knitting the scone run hat (vlog) siân over 2025-03-16 | My first try at test knitting a 'simple' beanie pattern ended up being not so simple after straight up misreading and some tricky gauge conundrums. I've wanted to do a test knit for a while to challenge myself and learn to adapt and push through a project *without* totally modifying it. It's a long one so get something to knit while you watch!Thank you to @sarahs.handmakes for this experience and the concise, well-constructed pattern. I hope my feedback is useful! When the pattern is available for purchase I will link it here.My Ravelry is now @sian-overMusic used is from BenSoundArtist: Benjamin Tissot | License code: WAUKUKIKGXJGSF4AArtist: Yunior Arronte | License code: 7NVS2CZZD1O9IZBF
Knitting tools I bought in my first year + what they cost siân over 2025-03-04 | Getting into a new hobby can be expensive, and knitting is no exception; especially when it comes to buying all the tools you’ll need at the outset. I want to share exactly what I spent in the first year, and of everything I bought, show you what I got rid of, what I kept and why, so you can use that information to help you choose your tools wisely (or just get some knitting done while I chat!).
Trying to settle knitting arguments using Google trends siân over 2025-02-23 | I see a lot of discourse in the knitting community about the best yarns, needles, techniques, constructions and designers. Some arguments just keep popping up, again and again: Raglans or drop shoulders? Acrylic or wool? I thought it would be fun and eye-opening to plug some of these recurring rivalries into Google Trends, a data analytics dashboard, to see what *really* comes out on top, and learn a little more about the seasonal and regional trends behind what’s popular and what’s not when it comes to knitting.Links to all the comparisons I made:trends.google.com/trends/explore?date=all&q=yarn&hl=entrends.google.com/trends/explore?date=all&q=knitting,crochet&hl=entrends.google.com/trends/explore?date=all&q=continental%20style%20knitting,english%20style%20knitting&hl=entrends.google.com/trends/explore?date=all&q=knitting%20in%20the%20round,knitting%20flat&hl=entrends.google.com/trends/explore?date=all&q=drop%20shoulder%20sweater,raglan%20sweater&hl=entrends.google.com/trends/explore?date=all&q=bottom%20up%20sweater,top%20down%20sweater&hl=entrends.google.com/trends/explore?date=all&q=magic%20loop%20knitting,double%20pointed%20needles&hl=entrends.google.com/trends/explore?date=all&q=Chiaogoo%20needles,Addi%20needles&hl=entrends.google.com/trends/explore?date=all&q=toe%20up%20sock,cuff%20down%20sock&hl=entrends.google.com/trends/explore?date=all&q=german%20short%20row,wrap%20and%20turn&hl=entrends.google.com/trends/explore?date=all&q=PetiteKnit,Tin%20Can%20Knits,Ysolda%20Teague,Crazy%20Sock%20Lady,Purl%20Soho&hl=en
My first colourwork sweater | project recap/pattern review siân over 2025-02-17 | I recently finished knitting my first top-down, circular yoke stranded colourwork sweater, following the free Nord Sweater pattern by Sandnes Garn. I'm sharing the yarn choices, modifications, and workarounds I had to make to get this project from idea to finished object in a month, and what I'd change now looking back.You can find more information on this project on my Ravelry @siansyarnbarnIntro/outro music: From BenSound, by artist Vital, license code: M7HEIS6FEBCU7KCC
Im not buying yarn for a whole year (stashdown plans) siân over 2025-02-13 | I'm challenging myself to buy less and knit more this year to get my yarn collection under control. I'm sharing my goals and strategy for making the most of my yarn (with data-driven planning), knitting faster, resisting temptation on a no-buy, and staying motivated.I'm an adventurous beginner knitter who's been learning for the past year. Find me on Ravelry @siansyarnbarn and on Instagram @sian_over
I made a bingo card of my 2025 knitting plans siân over 2025-01-18 | I love a good to-do list! So here’s the kinds of things I’d like to knit this year after a year of experience, how I came up with them, how I’m keeping track of it and motivating myself, and all the juicy details of the specific projects and yarn I have in mind.---My Ravelry is @siansyarnbarn---Music from bensound.com by artist Yunior ArronteLicense code: BZKSFRIFHXWZ5F9W---Patterns mentioned/shown, in order:ravelry.com/patterns/library/moby-sweaterravelry.com/patterns/library/the-handsome-chris-pulloverravelry.com/patterns/library/fern-sweater-4ravelry.com/patterns/library/auguste-cardiganravelry.com/patterns/library/nova-sweater-4ravelry.com/patterns/library/saskieravelry.com/patterns/library/bethlehem-jumper ravelry.com/patterns/library/nord-sweater-2ravelry.com/patterns/library/celeste-sweater-4ravelry.com/patterns/library/celeste-cardigan-3ravelry.com/patterns/library/karl-johan-sweaterravelry.com/patterns/library/grabo---faux-turtleneckravelry.com/patterns/library/margaret-teeravelry.com/patterns/library/the-prince-of-waless-jerseyravelry.com/patterns/library/43-13-sweater-with-border-in-lady-and-gent-sizeravelry.com/patterns/library/spot-sweater-2ravelry.com/patterns/library/sagaravelry.com/patterns/library/book-club-cardiganravelry.com/patterns/library/oslo-hat-5ravelry.com/patterns/library/brioche-scarf-chunkyravelry.com/patterns/library/the-truth-is-out-there-socksravelry.com/patterns/library/cozy-slouchy-socksravelry.com/patterns/library/smooth-operator-socksravelry.com/patterns/library/halibutravelry.com/patterns/library/strange-brewravelry.com/patterns/library/alpenhaus-throw-blanket ravelry.com/patterns/library/maxine-hot-water-bottle-cover
Knitting a beret just to felt it immediately siân over 2025-01-11 | What do you do when you’ve already cast on a few times, knit halfway through a project, and realise it won’t fit? Shrink the whole thing on purpose, of course! What could go wrong?Documenting my first time trying wet felting :)I have a Ravelry account @siansyarnbarn~Music from BenSound;Moonlight Drive by Yunior Arronte; License code: VEOAY4BOOQK5CNYMBreak the Disc by Kneat; License code: QE1I6RX6SRRN4PLS
What I made (and learned) in my first year knitting siân over 2024-12-28 | I started knitting one year ago, and surprised myself with what I could learn to make in just 12 months! I wanted to share my progress and finished garments and accessories, reflect on my achievements and look forward to where I'll be a year from now :)If you want lots more details on all these projects, my Ravelry is @siansyarnbarn
