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Getting Started on a Vintage Sock Journey // Casual Friday S05E42 Roxanne Richardson 2022-12-02 | In this week's podcast, I prepare for a new long term project spanning many decades (this time, it's socks and stockings), and I revisit a Norwegian sock that I analyzed a couple of weeks ago, with some updated information.Support me by buying me a coffee on Ko-fi! ko-fi.com/roxannerichardsonMy knitting designs: ravelry.com/designers/roxanne-richardsonMy Ravelry project page for the sweater I'm wearing: ravel.me/Rox/gcSHOW NOTESINTERWEAVE ARTICLESMy Ravelry page with list of articles, and links: ravelry.com/groups/rox-rocks/pages/Interweave-articlesVINTAGE KNITTING SOURCESPlaces to find digitized vintage and antique knitting patterns:archive.org (the Knitting Reference Library has lots of digitized books)antiquepatternlibrary.orgProject Gutenberg: gutenberg.orgHard copy books:Abe Books (used books from sellers around the world)etsy (also digitized patterns)eBay (also digitized patterns)Digitized copies of Weldon's Practical Needlework for sale from Piecework:You can get Weldon's Practical Stocking Knitter (First and Second Series, published 1885) here: shop.longthreadmedia.com/products/weldons-practical-stocking-knitters-first-and-second-seriesMors hel socks by Inga skeie has what looks like a very similar heel to the Norwegian sock I've been studying, but it's possible there are some differences ("Manufacturer's Heel" or "Shaped Common Heel" are some common names for this type of heel in 19th century English-language stocking patterns.)Berry Waves sock pattern from DROPS has an "old fashioned heel" which includes the k2togtbl method of binding off each needle, but the heel flap is worked differently than the Norwegian sock I'll be reverse engineeringIf you have questions about this video, or suggestions for future videos, please let me know down in the comments or on social media.0:00 Introduction0:35 Technical Knitting4:07 Vintage Sock Sources/Resources7:21 Vintage books from my library22:55 Old Fashioned Heel35:12 First sock on my journeyRox Rocks Ravelry group: http://www.ravelry.com/groups/rox-rocksIG: instagram.com/roxmplsTwitter: twitter.com/RoxMpls
Easy Hat Crown Works With Any Stitch Pattern // Technique Tuesday Roxanne Richardson 2022-11-22 | This is the first video in a series on various ways to shape the crown of a hat. This fast and simple method for decreasing the crown of a hat works for any stitch pattern, any yarn weight, and any hat size.Hat Techniques playlist: youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1AZxTfSCe2feGta0fXVVSFYQVqmINyEwSupport me by buying me a coffee on Ko-fi! ko-fi.com/roxannerichardsonMy knitting designs: ravelry.com/designers/roxanne-richardsonNote: the hats shown in this demonstration are not published patterns.My Ravelry project page for the sweater I'm wearing: ravel.me/Rox/a1Hat decrease rounds:Dec Rnd 1: *K2, k2tog, rep from * to EOR.Knit 1 Rnd (medium wt yarns) or Knit 2 Rnds (fine wt yarns)Dec Rnd 2: *K1, k2tog, rep from * to EOR.Knit 1 Rnd (medium wt yarns) or Knit 2 Rnds (fine wt yarns)Dec Rnds 3-5: *K2tog, rep from * until just a few sts remain (bulky 4-5 sts; medium wt 6-8 sts; fina 10-12 sts)CHARTING SOFTWAREStitchmastery: stitchmastery.comStitch Fiddle: stitchfiddle.com/enIf you have questions about this video, or suggestions for future videos, please let me know down in the comments or on social media.0:00Rox Rocks Ravelry group: http://www.ravelry.com/groups/rox-rocksIG: instagram.com/roxmplsTwitter: twitter.com/RoxMpls
Discovering the Secret to How a Special Sock Was Knit // Casual Friday S05E41 Roxanne Richardson 2022-11-18 | This week's podcast has Tidbits; Hints for getting started on knitting hats without a pattern; Solving the mystery of how a knitter born 120 years ago knit her socks.Support me by buying me a coffee on Ko-fi! ko-fi.com/roxannerichardsonMy knitting designs: ravelry.com/designers/roxanne-richardsonMy Ravelry project page for the sweater I'm wearing: ravel.me/Rox/fwtSHOW NOTESTIDBIT #1 ESTONIAN WOOL WEEKTwitter thread from Sophie Pengtwitter.com/palunmullekohv/status/1593158590520774657TIDBIT #2 MIK SOCK KNITTERS HELPAnna Kingstone's blog post: annkingstone.com/socks-for-soldiersYou can see the entire contents of the WWII-era kit on this website:prints-online.com/man-khaki-instructions-knitting-socks-ww1-14168998.htmlTIDBIT #3 MELISSA VENTOSA MARTINFinancial Times article: ft.com/content/3a24f7ae-4d52-46af-a15d-d3781a25b518HATS - PATTERN FREEHow to measure a head for a knitted hat: youtu.be/9f-EmOWpKcEHow to knit a hat without a pattern: youtu.be/80kAQmnQU0AInterweave article: interweave.com/article/knitting/improvised-hat-with-stash-yarnInterweave article: interweave.com/article/knitting/hat-crown-decreases-explainedSOCK MYSTERYThe double bind off can be found in this blog post schoolofsweetgeorgia.com/double-bind-offIn this video youtube.com/watch?v=MIEZSi0-8BMAnd in the book Knitting in the Old Way by Priscilla Gibson-Roberts and Deborah Robson amzn.to/3EKSlAgThis is an Amazon affiliate linkWeldon's Practical Stocking Knitter Series 1 and 2 available here:shop.longthreadmedia.com/products/weldons-practical-stocking-knitters-first-and-second-seriesIf you have questions about this video, or suggestions for future videos, please let me know down in the comments or on social media.0:00 Introduction0:27 Tidbit #1 Estonian Wool Week1:28 Tidbit #2 Men in Khaki Sock Knitters Help4:19 Tidbit #3 Melissa Ventosa Martin5:54 Hats - A pattern-free path7:27 Sock MysteryRox Rocks Ravelry group: http://www.ravelry.com/groups/rox-rocksIG: instagram.com/roxmplsTwitter: twitter.com/RoxMpls
Diving Deep into Vintage Socks // Casual Friday S05E40 Roxanne Richardson 2022-11-11 | This week's podcast features tidbits, and a peek into some mid-century sock patterns, plus a plan for my longish-term project on knitting evolution.Support me by buying me a coffee on Ko-fi! ko-fi.com/roxannerichardsonMy knitting designs: ravelry.com/designers/roxanne-richardsonMy Ravelry project page for the sweater I'm wearing: ravel.me/Rox/assSHOW NOTESTIDBIT #1 MISS LAMBERTThread Forward blog: thread-forward.com/blogMy Knitting Book, by Miss Lambert, published 1843 can be found here: archive.org/details/myknittingbook00lambgoog/page/n4/mode/2upThe pattern for the Pence Jug is on this page: archive.org/details/myknittingbook00lambgoog/page/n60/mode/2upTIDBIT #2 FAIR ISLE KNITTERS DOT BOOKSVideo with information about the dot books: youtu.be/LoY6ypmFfpcTIDBIT #3 PINK-HEADED SHEEPtinyurl.com/59uwf3nvTIDBIT #4 RACHEL KIRBY KNIT HER PhDtwitter.com/GeoPlaneteer/status/1589754821317652480 research article tinyurl.com/2p9xv8y9TIDBIT #5 CYCLO KNITTER youtu.be/9amXZqnTT1k article bicyclescreatechange.com/the-cyclo-knitter how he made the machine imgur.com/gallery/LBofgnrIf you have questions about this video, or suggestions for future videos, please let me know down in the comments or on social media.0:00 Introduction0:22 Tidbit #1 Miss Lambert3:04 Tidbit #2 Fair Isle Knitters Dot Books6:03 Tidbit #3 Pink-Headed Sheep6:43 Tidbit #4 Rachel Kirby Knit her PhD7:41 Tidbit #5 Cyclo Knitter9:19 Unboxing Grace Ennis Sock patternsRox Rocks Ravelry group: http://www.ravelry.com/groups/rox-rocksIG: instagram.com/roxmplsTwitter: twitter.com/RoxMpls
Basics of Circular Yoke Sweaters // Technique Tuesday Roxanne Richardson 2022-11-09 | This video explains how the circular yoke sweater style is constructed and shaped. This is the fifth style of the five basic sweater styles covered in the series. The entire playlist is here: youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1AZxTfSCe2fcT51YdxUkPcXXTAkwCNG4Support me by buying me a coffee on Ko-fi! ko-fi.com/roxannerichardsonMy knitting designs: ravelry.com/designers/roxanne-richardsonYarn used in video demonstration: Brown Sheep Company Nature Spun fingering weight wool.My Ravelry project page for the sweater I'm wearing (1938 vintage sweater)ravel.me/Rox/apmRESOURCESSome links are affiliate links. I make a small commission on items purchased through those links.Schoolhouse Press Pattern #39 EPS - Four TopsElizabeth's Percentage System Applied to 4 Yoke Styles: schoolhousepress.com/eps-four-tops-spp39.htmlKnitting in the Old Way by Priscilla A. Gibson-Roberts and Deborah Robson: amzn.to/3fNI3phThe Knitter's Handy Book of Sweater Patterns by Ann Budd: amzn.to/3FYzWRuThe Knitter's Handy Book of Top-Down Sweater Patterns: amzn.to/3A2jkEOAmy Herzog's Ultimate Sweater Book: amzn.to/3fRKVBEPoems of Color by Wendy Keele: amzn.to/3NXhk6walso, this article by Mary E. Jacobs has great information about yoke decrease approaches: tinyurl.com/3uymepe6If you have questions about this video, or suggestions for future videos, please let me know down in the comments or on social media.0:00 Introduction0:30 Basics of Circular Yokes1:34 Bottom up vs Top Down3:36 Yoke Shaping: Rings or Wedges6:35 Example yoke shaping math12:59 Adjusting the neck: short rows14:07 Advantages and disadvantages16:15 Resources18:37 Inset yokeRox Rocks Ravelry group: http://www.ravelry.com/groups/rox-rocksIG: instagram.com/roxmplsTwitter: twitter.com/RoxMpls
Knitting Crossroads and Moth-Proof Yarn // Casual Friday S05E39 Roxanne Richardson 2022-11-04 | In this week's podcast, I have Tidbits, a Vintage Christmas pattern and vintage yarn to go with it from a friend. Also, my reaction to hitting several knitting milestones at the same time.Support me by buying me a coffee on Ko-fi! ko-fi.com/roxannerichardsonMy knitting designs: ravelry.com/designers/roxanne-richardsonMy Ravelry project page for the sweater I'm wearing: ravel.me/Rox/kpsSHOW NOTESTIDBIT #1 500 YR OLD SLEEVEAntiques Roadshow episode youtu.be/ccA-FvdTwWA?t=3107Farthingale sleeves: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Farthingale#Farthingale_sleevesArticle: bbc.com/news/uk-england-nottinghamshire-63454452Another story, with a clip express.co.uk/showbiz/tv-radio/1689697/Antiques-Roadshow-Tudor-sleeve-100000-valuationTIDBIT #2 CLOTHING EXHIBITIONfashiontextilemuseumblog.wordpress.com/2020/09/11/exhibition-archives-knitwear-chanel-to-westwoodTIDBIT #3 THE JOY OF KNITTINGGuardian article on knitting (personal essay)theguardian.com/commentisfree/2022/oct/31/knitting-extraordinary-joy-heres-whyTIDBIT #4 MOTH-PROOFFunctional Finishes for Wool Eco Considerations: researchgate.net/publication/264196054_Functional_Finishes_for_Wool-Eco_Considerations Brown Sheep Company #8 in their FAQ: brownsheep.com/faqsVINTAGE YARN AND PATTERNWeb archive of the Grace Ennis patterns http://web.archive.org/web/20010201144800/http://grkp.comStocking pattern available here: freevintageknitting.com/christmas-stocking-patterns/graceennis/6204c-santa-and-reindeerhead-christmas-stocking-patternSee examples of this stocking knit up on Ravelry: ravelry.com/patterns/library/santa-and-reindeerhead-christmas-stocking-6204cIf you have questions about this video, or suggestions for future videos, please let me know down in the comments or on social media.0:00 Introduction0:27 Tidbit #1 500-year-old sleeve4:26 Tidbit #2 Clothing exhibition archives5:37 Tidbit #3 The Joy of Knitting7:16 Tidbit #4 Moth-proof wool12:21 Vintage Yarn and Pattern (Grace Ellis)20:36 Knitting CrossroadsRox Rocks Ravelry group: http://www.ravelry.com/groups/rox-rocksIG: instagram.com/roxmplsTwitter: twitter.com/RoxMpls
Jetlag Edition // Casual Friday S05E38 Roxanne Richardson 2022-10-29 | In this week's podcast, I have Tidbits; Answers to viewers' questions; and a recap of my trip to Europe.Support me by buying me a coffee on Ko-fi! ko-fi.com/roxannerichardsonMy knitting designs: ravelry.com/designers/roxanne-richardsonMy Ravelry project page for the sweater I'm wearing ravel.me/Rox/gcSHOWNOTESTIDBIT #1 KNITTED GLASS SCULPTUREArticle on Carol Milne and her glass knitting sculptures: thisiscolossal.com/2022/10/carol-milne-glass-knittingCarol's website: carolmilne.comWikipedia article on lost-wax casting en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lost-wax_castingTIDBIT #2 ANNEMOR SUNDBØArticle on Annemor can be found here: craftsmanship.net/the-norwegian-sweater-detective TIDBIT #3 TURKEY FEATHER BLANKETFeather Blanket video youtu.be/6L4qRn3RIDc New Insights into Pueblo Perishables, International Archeology Day 2020 video: youtu.be/Xu5V9ggXHnI article: losalamosreporter.com/2020/04/01/mary-weahkee-an-archeologist-and-anthropologist-weaves-blanket-with-17000-turkey-feathersanother article: magazine.wildlife.state.nm.us/dca-archeologist-weaves-a-blanket-made-of-17000-turkey-feathersTIDBIT #4 ANTIQUE FINGERLESS MITTSFranklin Habit's article about knitting the Jane Gaugain pattern: moderndailyknitting.com/2022/10/28/letter-from-paris-ribbed-mittsTIDBIT #5 SHAKER HAT KAL UPDATEYou can find information on how to get the Shaker Hat pattern here in the Ravelry discussion thread: ravelry.com/discuss/rox-rocks/4224790/1-25#5Q&AThe two Casual Friday videos that include segments on how I do spreadsheets:Season 1, Episode 39: youtu.be/rz-ZTPNouU0 Season 3, Episode 16: youtu.be/gtXrZ-DEQ040:00 Introduction0:19 Tidbit #1 Knitted Glass Sculpture4:06 Tidbit #2 Annemor Sundbø7:35 Tidbit #3 Turkey Feather Blanket10:50 Tidbit #4 Antique Fingerless Mitts Pattern12:57 Tidbit #5 Shaker Hat KAL update15:44 Q&A:16:09 Question 117:50 Question 223:33 European Trip RecapIf you have questions about this video, or suggestions for future videos, please let me know down in the comments or on social media.Rox Rocks Ravelry group: http://www.ravelry.com/groups/rox-rocksIG: instagram.com/roxmplsTwitter: twitter.com/RoxMpls
Tidbits-Only Travel Edition // Casual Friday S05E37 Roxanne Richardson 2022-10-21 | This week's podcast is an all-tidbits episode, brought to you while I am traveling. Support me by buying me a coffee on Ko-fi! ko-fi.com/roxannerichardsonMy knitting designs: ravelry.com/designers/roxanne-richardsonSHOW NOTESTIDBIT #1 KAFFE FASSETArticle about Kaffe in the 8 Oct issue of the Guardiantinyurl.com/48hnp5xbTIDBIT #2 TATYANA YANISHEVSKY knitplants.comTIDBIT #3 SWEDISH FIBER EVENTSSew and knit event that goes on in Sweden every year.youtu.be/2ogxcNwcyjMSami woman talking about knitting, and sewing their traditional clothing. youtu.be/NzleEyV9KUcTIDBIT #4 WOOL ANIMATIONFrankie Cosmos - F.O.O.F. (Official Video)youtube.com/watch?v=1d9wzQnsIQIAnimator's IG: instagram.com/coach_loves_youTIDBIT #5 FORENSIC FASHIONbatashoemuseum.ca/event/2022-founders-lecture on Forensic Fashion, presented by Amber Butchart.08 Nov 2022 at the BATA Shoe Museum, Toronto, Ontario from 7-10 pmOBSESSED: How Shoes Became Objects of Desire that opens to the public on October 19, 2022.TIDBIT #6 VIKING WEAVERSThe shorter article:news.artnet.com/art-world/viking-women-were-power-knitters-whose-textiles-provided-vital-trade-across-europe-researchers-say-2178165Scientific American articlescientificamerican.com/article/viking-textiles-show-women-had-tremendous-power Another article from 2020, that includes a videoreason.com/volokh/2020/12/02/when-cloth-was-money-literallyTIDBIT #7 FAT TAILED SHEEPFat tailed sheep arsanatomica.tumblr.com/post/675741189973082112Wikipedia article on Fat Tailed Sheep en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fat-tailed_sheepTIDBIT #8 DRESS DIARYA page from the dress diary: twitter.com/aldenbrien/status/1578726147902566400?s=42&t=niBsCFlZzsGSKnK_KahYVQWinterthur Museum library catalog entry about the scrapbook: http://library.winterthur.org:8001/lib/item?id=chamo:110289&fromLocationLink=false&theme=winterthurTIDBIT #9 BOOK OF PRAYERS – JACQUARD LOOM1889 book of prayers embroidered using jacquard loomsvault.library.uvic.ca/concern/generic_works/e8bb96a8-2af0-4b68-8332-0ff31b5cf180TIDBIT #10 SHAKER HAT KALinfo about shakers: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shakersregister for kal through eventbrite (free) before Oct 23 NOTE THAT YOU HAVE TO SIGN UP FOR ALL THREE DATES IN ORDER TO RECEIVE THE PATTERN! eventbrite.com/o/shaker-museum-17123940342 -- scroll down to see the events listRead about the hat in their collection here: shakermuseum.us/object/?id=3153&limit=24&offset=0&sort=name_ref&q=HatRead about how the business of knitting with racoon/silk blend yarn started, here: shakermuseum.us/mittens-gloves-wristlets-ohThe event starts Sunday October 23, 4 pm ET, so you'll need to register before then to get the pattern and information on the other events. 1 hour, 1x per month, Oct, Nov, Dec0:00 Introduction0:28 Tidbit #1 Kaffe Fassett2:04 Tidbit #2 Tatyana Yanishevsky3:28 Tidbit #3 Swedish Fiber Events4:25 Tidbit #4 Wool Animation5:43 Tidbit #5 Forensic Fashion8:33 Tidbit #6 Viking Weavers12:25 Tidbit #7 Fat-tailed Sheep13:56 Tidbit #8 Dress Diary15:37 Tidbit #9 Jacquard Loomed Book17:32 Tidbit #10 Shaker Hat KALIf you have questions about this video, or suggestions for future videos, please let me know down in the comments or on social media.Rox Rocks Ravelry group: http://www.ravelry.com/groups/rox-rocksIG: instagram.com/roxmplsTwitter: twitter.com/RoxMpls
Basics of Raglan Sweaters // Technique Tuesday Roxanne Richardson 2022-10-11 | This video explains how the raglan sweater differs from the previous styles we've looked at in this series. The basic shaping of a raglan sweater is explained, as well as various ways fit can be improved. Examples of actual raglan sweaters are shown with and construction elements that affect their fit are explained.Support me by buying me a coffee on Ko-fi! ko-fi.com/roxannerichardsonVideos for techniques mentioned in this video:Adjusting the shaping rate for a project: youtu.be/vTQ5O_R3bIcChainette yarns: youtu.be/zhgHf8kwBvwHow to stabilize a neck with slip stitch crochet: youtu.be/I9WXeMgWOdIIf you're interested in my long term project to knit a sweater from each decade: youtu.be/IxeN763dbTwMy knitting designs: ravelry.com/designers/roxanne-richardsonYou can learn more about sweaters shown in this video from the Ravelry project pages associated with each one:Dark navy Aran: ravel.me/Rox/dfcnsocChild's variegated blue sweater: ravel.me/Rox/ww1950's vintage jacket: ravel.me/Rox/trjShawl collar (the one I'm wearing): ravel.me/Rox/a1If you have questions about this video, or suggestions for future videos, please let me know down in the comments or on social media.0:00 Introduction0:32 The Raglan1:46 Raglan Bodice – 4 seamlines2:54 Basic Raglan construction4:21 Raglan neck -fixing fit issuse6:28 Shaping rate – row gauge issues8:16 Shaping rate vs body shape9:04 Shaping rates for different pieces10:28 Sweaters – actual examplesRox Rocks Ravelry group: http://www.ravelry.com/groups/rox-rocksIG: instagram.com/roxmplsTwitter: twitter.com/RoxMpls
What goes into making a YouTube video? // Casual Friday S05E36 Roxanne Richardson 2022-10-08 | In this week's Casual Friday, tidbits are back! I'll also answer questions from viewers about how I make YouTube videos, including planning, equipment, filming and editing process, and more.Support me by buying me a coffee on Ko-fi! ko-fi.com/roxannerichardsonMy knitting designs: ravelry.com/designers/roxanne-richardsonSweater I'm wearing: (sorry, there is no pattern)SHOW NOTESTIDBIT #1 INTERWEAVE GIFTS KNITS 2022Print edition: interweave.com/product/interweave-knits-gifts-2022-print-editionDigital edition: interweave.com/product/interweave-knits-gifts-2022-digital-edition TIDBIT #2 REFUGEE TEXTILESThe weseum exhibits: fineacts.co/weseum?fbclid=IwAR02ZRJaqVJCk-ApFtBsda_5f7XW4m64k8byV3gQj_R1OJhB_YUuTGqzZ2A TIDBIT #3 STORIES FROM GLASGOWStories from Glasgow podcast: http://ow.ly/bwJY50L1FMFLearn more about the Fleece to Fashion pattern book: Twitter announcement twitter.com/UofGArts/status/1577585647686230018newspaper article about the book gla.ac.uk/news/headline_885077_en.htmlPurchase the book from the UofG giftshopuniversityofglasgowshops.com/collections/universitygifts/products/glasgow-university-knitsTIDBIT #4 MODERN WAULKING SONGOn Instagram: instagram.com/p/CiilWKqDn-_ TIDBIT #5 EDINBURGH KNITWEAR EXHIBITIONhttps://dovecotstudios.com/whats-on/knitwear-lunchtime-pr...https://dovecotstudios.com/whats-on/online-knitwear-exhib...TIDBIT #6 BETTY MOUATen.wikipedia.org/wiki/Betty_Mouatdawlishchronicles.com/2019/01/22/miss-betty-mouat-and-the-colombine-1886More detailed account on the Scotiana website scotiana.com/betty-mouats-lone-voyage-a-miraculous-survival-2If you have access to online digitized newspapers, I would suggest searching that data based for Elizabeth Mouat, 1886. You'll find all sorts of stories. The longest one I found was in an Aberdeen newspaper. They devoted four entire news columns to the story. HOW I MAKE VIDEOSMy equipmentCamera – SONY ZV-1Audio: RODECaster Pro with RodeLink transmitter and receiver for lavaliere microphone.lights – two different styles – diffuse LED pancake light, and an LED rectangular thing.Stands – tripod and a horizontal stand for overheadMonitor: Elvid Fieldvision 4KLights: Fovitek Studio Pro S-1200 DFotoiox Model C-700RSXTeleprompter app: PromptSmart, running on an iPad 8Computer: MacBook Pro, 16'' Retina display, 2.3 GHz 8-Core Intel Core i9, with Intel UHD Graphics 630 1536 MBEditing software: Final Cut Pro XThumbnail creation: Canva0:00 Introduction0:30 Tidbit #1 IK Gifts 20221:03 Tidbit #2 Stories from Glasgow4:06 Tidbit #3 Refugee Textiles7:49 Tidbit #4 Modern Waulking song8:39 Tidbit #5 Edinburgh vintage knitwear exhibition9:59 Tidbit #6 Betty Mouat18:42 Youtube video production process19:07 Separating "job" from knitting20:24 Content planning process26:10 How much time does it take27:18 Video equipment/setup29:24 Editing process/post production33:55 Does the algorithm influence my choices 37:10 Burnout38:45 Biggest difference between old/new videosIf you have questions about this video, or suggestions for future videos, please let me know down in the comments or on social media.Rox Rocks Ravelry group: http://www.ravelry.com/groups/rox-rocksIG: instagram.com/roxmplsTwitter: twitter.com/RoxMpls
Road to 100K and How I Make Money on YouTube // Casual Friday S05E35 Roxanne Richardson 2022-09-30 | In this video, I'll tell the story of my channel history, obstacles for growing, and how I make money with 100K subscribers. Support me by buying me a coffee on Ko-fi! ko-fi.com/roxannerichardsonMy knitting designs: ravelry.com/designers/roxanne-richardsonIf you have questions about this video, or suggestions for future videos, please let me know down in the comments or on social media.0:00 Introduction2:07 The Olden Days11:37 Overcoming Obstacles17:32 Monetization - How does it work?18:30 Ad revenue24:47 Transaction revenue26:16 Channel memberships26:44 Premium revenue28:05 RPM - Revenue per mille32:24 My channel revenue37:10 Making a living from YouTubeRox Rocks Ravelry group: http://www.ravelry.com/groups/rox-rocksIG: instagram.com/roxmplsTwitter: twitter.com/RoxMpls
V-neck sweater construction // Technique Tuesday Roxanne Richardson 2022-09-27 | This video explains how v-necks are designed for sweaters, including the size of the unfinished neck opening vs the finished neck opening (after ribbing has been worked), how to calculate the shaping rate, and options for shaping the base of the V.Support me by buying me a coffee on Ko-fi! ko-fi.com/roxannerichardsonMy knitting designs: ravelry.com/designers/roxanne-richardsonRELEVANT VIDEOSBasics of shaped necklines (crew neck demonstrated): youtu.be/4ILuS3hYXJYCDD (central double decrease): youtu.be/Z-r_k3bVwMcSSK and SKP decreases (left leaning): youtu.be/2pIETFtJ7QYTurning a pullover pattern into a cardigan: youtu.be/Qr66DRn6B-4PLAYLIST for Basics of Sweater construction: youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1AZxTfSCe2fcT51YdxUkPcXXTAkwCNG4Casual Friday podcast video on 100 years of sweaters (with constructions not typical in contemporary sweaters): youtu.be/IxeN763dbTwRAVELRY PROJECT PAGES FOR THE SWEATERS SHOWN IN THIS VIDEOThe one I'm wearing (no pattern): ravel.me/Rox/ritngDeep-V vest: ravel.me/Rox/dvavLinen lace top: ravel.me/Rox/a2Gray two-tone cardigan (no pattern): ravel.me/Rox/gsPurple/teal pullover (this thing is so old, I have no idea what the pattern is, and I have no Ravelry project page for it)If you have questions about this video, or suggestions for future videos, please let me know down in the comments or on social media.0:00 Introduction0:52 Schematic info4:06 Finished size customization5:03 Sample calcs - basic V8:41 Sample calcs - deep V11:31 Neck ribbing decreases14:21 Actual sweaters - variationsRox Rocks Ravelry group: http://www.ravelry.com/groups/rox-rocksIG: instagram.com/roxmplsTwitter: twitter.com/RoxMpls
1 Knitter, 10 Sweaters, 100 years of Knitting Evolution // Casual Friday S05E34 Roxanne Richardson 2022-09-23 | In this week's podcast, I have tidbits, and a show and tell of 10 decades of sweaters knit so far in my long term project to knit a sweater from each decade from 1890s to 1990s.Support me by buying me a coffee on Ko-fi! ko-fi.com/roxannerichardsonMy knitting designs: ravelry.com/designers/roxanne-richardsonMy Ravelry project page for the sweater I'm wearing (there's no pattern for this original design): ravel.me/Rox/gsSHOW NOTESTIDBIT #1 - EXECUTION EXHIBITIONExhibition from 14 October 2022 to 14 April 2023 at Museum of London. More information here: museumoflondon.org.uk/museum-london-docklands/whats-on/exhibitions/executionsMore on Charles I: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Charles_I_of_EnglandTIDBIT #2 - KAFFE FASSETT EXHIBTIONExhibition at the Fashion Textile Museum in London, 23 Sep 2022 to 12 Mar 2023More information here:fashiontextilemuseum.org/exhibitions/kaffe-fassett-the-power-of-pattern10 SWEATERS, 100 YEARSYou can see all my vintage projects in my Ravelry notebook here:ravelry.com/projects/Rox?set=vintage1890sSweater for a BoyPattern from FANCY AND PRACTICAL KNITTING, published 1897 by ButterickDigital copy available here: archive.org/details/krl00402905/page/n175/mode/2up?view=theaterRavelry project page for this sweater: ravel.me/Rox/k1900sColumbia sweaterPattern from the Columbia Book of the Use of Yarns, Fifth Edition (1904) and Eighth Edition (1907)Digital copy of 1904 edition archive.org/details/columbiabookofus00hors/page/48/mode/2upDigital copy of 1907 edition archive.org/details/columbiabookofya00schu/page/116/mode/2upRavelry project page for this sweater ravel.me/Rox/lks1910sA Serviceable Sweater from Handbook of Wool Knitting and Crochet, published by Needlecraft Publishing CompanyDigital copy available on Project Gutenberg: gutenberg.org/files/26113/26113-h/26113-h.htmRavelry project page for this sweater ravel.me/Rox/ass1920sIndian Slip-On No. 13A, Corticelli Yarn Book No. 18From digitized copy of Corticelli booklet, available here: http://www.antiquepatternlibrary.org/html/warm/6-JA038.htmRavelry project page for this sweater: ravel.me/Rox/ison11930sA Popular Model, W.B. Leaflet No. 147, Wm. Briggs & Co, Ltd.Digital Copy available here: vintageknittingpatternarchive.com/patterns-by-decade/patterns-from-1930s/free-vintage-knitting-pattern-a-popular-model-30s-ladies-yoke-cardigan Ravelry project page for this sweater ravel.me/Rox/apm1940sPattern source: Harlequin from April 1949 issue of Stitchcraft Magazine. As a member of the Knitting & Crochet Guild of the UK I was able to get a PDF copy of the pattern for personal use.Ravelry project page for this sweater ravel.me/Rox/h11950sThe Raglan Jacket, Beehive Book No. 88, Style Knits, by Patons & BaldwinRavelry project page for this sweater ravel.me/Rox/trj1960sAndrew Stewart Serial No. 204 (leaflet from a kit)Ravelry project page for this sweater ravel.me/Rox/assn21970sPattern source: Kangaroo Pouch Sweater from KNITTING WITHOUT TEARS, by Elizabeth Zimmermann, 1971 Book is still in print: amzn.to/3LC5ltVStitch pattern source: 2nd TREASURY OF KNITTING PATTERNS by Barbara G. Walker, 1972Book is still in print: amzn.to/3UxI4gBRavelry project page for this sweater ravel.me/Rox/kps1980sWelsh Poppy Jacket, from Sasha Kagan's Big & Little Sweaters, 1987Ravelry project page for this sweater ravel.me/Rox/wp0:00 Introduction0:24 Tidbit #1 Execution Exhibition4:24 Tidbit #2 Kaffe Fassett Exhibition8:21 10 Sweaters, 100 years12:25 1890s15:08 1900s19:19 1910s22:47 1920s26:28 1930s28:58 1940s32:03 1950s33:55 1960s37:02 1970s40:08 1980sIf you have questions about this video, or suggestions for future videos, please let me know down in the comments or on social media.Rox Rocks Ravelry group: http://www.ravelry.com/groups/rox-rocksIG: instagram.com/roxmplsTwitter: twitter.com/RoxMpls
What I Learned From an Old Hand Knit Sweater // Casual Friday S05E33 Roxanne Richardson 2022-09-16 | In this week's Casual Friday podcast, I hit a YouTube milestone, I examine an old hand knit to see what I've learned since 1989, and I form a plan for the 1990s installment of my long term project to knit a sweater from each decade from the 1980s to 1990s.Support me by buying me a coffee on Ko-fi! ko-fi.com/roxannerichardsonMy knitting designs: ravelry.com/designers/roxanne-richardsonMy Ravelry project page for the Sasha Kagan sweater: ravel.me/Rox/wpI knit the sweater from a kit, but it also appeared in her book Sasha Kagan's Big and Little Sweaters, published 1987If you have questions about this video, or suggestions for future videos, please let me know down in the comments or on social media.Rox Rocks Ravelry group: http://www.ravelry.com/groups/rox-rocksIG: instagram.com/roxmplsTwitter: twitter.com/RoxMpls
Basics of Set-in Sleeve Sweaters // Technique Tuesday Roxanne Richardson 2022-09-13 | This video explains what defines a sweater as having a set-in sleeve construction. This video is part of a series on basic sweater styles.Playlist for videos in this series: youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1AZxTfSCe2fcT51YdxUkPcXXTAkwCNG4Playlist for all sweater technique videos:youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1AZxTfSCe2cPb1sQEUXGpowI998juItOSupport me by buying me a coffee on Ko-fi! ko-fi.com/roxannerichardsonMy knitting designs: ravelry.com/designers/roxanne-richardsonRESOURCES FOR KNITTING SET-IN SLEEVE SWEATERSRavelry search for knitted sweaters with set-in sleeves: ravel.me/xshussNarrow the search from the Attributes on the left side of the screen to select preferred Construction elements like top down or bottom up; seamed or seamless. Narrow the search further by selecting Design Elements (such as type of neck or sleeve length) or Fabric Characteristics (cables, lace, etc.).BOOKS These books are all currently in print and/or available used. Links are Amazon affiliate links. I earn a small commission on qualifying purchases made through these links. Many libraries will have these books or may able to get them via interlibrary loan.The Knitter's Handy Book of Sweater Patterns by Ann Budd. amzn.to/3S3ThDtBasic sweaters for sizes from small child up through extra-large adult, in any gauge from 3 sts/in to 7 sts/in. These sweaters are all knit bottom up, in pieces and seamed.The Knitter's Handy Book of Top-Down Sweaters by Ann Budd. amzn.to/3dc4jI4Similar concept as the previous book. These sweaters are all knit top-down, seamlessly. Knitting from the Top by Barbara G. Walkeramzn.to/3L9Gld2A variety of sweater styles, including two methods for working a sweater with set-in sleeves seamlessly (short row sleeve cap, and simultaneous set-in sleeves). The process of knitting a sweater using whatever gauge you get with your yarn combined with your desired chest circumference is described in a conversational way.Knitting Without Tears by Elizabeth Zimmermannamzn.to/3QBjBnnSeveral different seamless sweater styles are included in this book, all knit from the bottom up, with the exception of the Kangaroo Pouch Sweater (seamless set-in), in which the body is knit totally in the round, bottom up. Armholes and neck are steeked (cut open) and sleeves are knit top down.The Sweater Workshop 2nd edition by Jacqueline Feeamzn.to/3RNMOx6An expansion of Elizabeth Zimmermann's concepts, using a more structured approach to the explanations.Amy Herzog's Ultimate Sweater Book amzn.to/3LanYESA number of different sweater styles are included in this book, with complete patterns, as well as extensive information on modifying and designing sweaters to accommodate size and fit issues.RAVELRY PROJECT PAGES FOR THE EXAMPLE SWEATERS SHOWN IN THIS VIDEO. Project page will contain a link to the Ravelry pattern page (if there is one), as well as the yarn used to knit the sweater.Magenta bulky-weight sweater with cables (41 Sweater with Diagonal Ribs and Cables by Rebecca Design Team) ravel.me/Rox/4swdracGray two-tone cardigan with cabled front (no pattern): ravel.me/Rox/gsTop down simultaneous set-in sleeve sweater (Sweatrr by Âsa Tricosa): ravel.me/Rox/s2Navy blue sweater with square neck (Kangaroo Pouch Sweater from Knitting Without Tears by Elizabeth Zimmermann): ravel.me/Rox/kpsIf you have questions about this video, or suggestions for future videos, please let me know down in the comments or on social media.0:00 Introduction1:00 Basic Construction1:49 Armhole Shaping4:32 Sleeve Cap Shaping5:26 Different construction approaches8:08 Advantages/Disadvantages9:17 Examples of Actual SweatersRox Rocks Ravelry group: http://www.ravelry.com/groups/rox-rocksIG: instagram.com/roxmplsTwitter: twitter.com/RoxMpls
1970s Seamless Set-in Sleeve Sweater // Casual Friday S05E32 Roxanne Richardson 2022-09-09 | In this week's podcast I have Tidbits; a gift from a viewer; and a finished 1970s vintage sweater for my long term project to knit a sweater from each decade from the 1890s to 1990s.Support me by buying me a coffee on Ko-fi! ko-fi.com/roxannerichardsonMy knitting designs: ravelry.com/designers/roxanne-richardsonSHOW NOTESNote that links to Amazon are affiliate links. I earn a small commission on qualifying purchases made through those links at no additional cost to you.TIDBIT #1 LOST TRADESFacebook – has closed captions and English narrationfacebook.com/watch/?v=407109031519989&ref=sharingYoutube has spanish narration, but English closed captions; you can turn the sound offyoutu.be/7ej_aEYDHJ0The other documentary about Pyrenees wool crafters: youtu.be/NnMBazN72zYTIDBIT #2 KOREAN KNITWEAR FACTORYWatch the process of dyeing yarn, through the manufacture of a knitted sweater. youtu.be/igtDOoKale8TIDBIT #3 EZ ONLINE INDEXhttp://www.ezindex.online/from friendlyteched on RavelryPKG FROM VIEWERKnitting America by Susan M. Strawnamzn.to/3RShFbf1970s SWEATERMy Ravelry project page for the Kangaroo Pouch Sweaterravel.me/Rox/kpsKangaroo Pouch Sweater from Chapter 5 of Knitting Without Tears by Elizabeth Zimmermann amzn.to/3RvVWpZStitch Patterns from 2nd Treasury of Knitting Patterns by Barbara G. Walker amzn.to/3cZdrQvKnitting From the Top by Barbara G. Walker (both of her methods for knitting seamless set-in sleeve sweaters are in this book, as well as her method for calculating sleeve shaping rate) amzn.to/3qt9makMy video on calculating sleeve shaping rates: youtu.be/vTQ5O_R3bIcYarn or sweater: Marisol Huñi, Fine Peruvian Highland Wool, Color SapphireIf you have questions about this video, or suggestions for future videos, please let me know down in the comments or on social media.0:00 Introduction0:42 Tidbit #1 Lost Trades 3:25 Tidbit #2 Korean knitwear factory4:55 Tidbit #3 Online index for EZ's KWT7:18 Package from viewer11:07 FO – Kangaroo Pouch Sweater16:43 Set-in Sleeve Seamless Construction28:21 Seamless Set-in Sleeve “Simultaneous” Construction32:43 Percentage System with modificationsRox Rocks Ravelry group: http://www.ravelry.com/groups/rox-rocksIG: instagram.com/roxmplsTwitter: twitter.com/RoxMpls
Freak Over Steeks on a Kangaroo Pouch Sweater // Casual Friday S05E31 Roxanne Richardson 2022-09-02 | In this week's podcast I have Tidbits; I answer a question about my feelings toward finished projects; I share progress -- including the steeks -- on my 1970s Elizabeth Zimmermann Kangaroo Pouch SweaterSupport me by buying me a coffee on Ko-fi! ko-fi.com/roxannerichardsonMy knitting designs: ravelry.com/designers/roxanne-richardsonSHOW NOTESTIDBIT #1 NORDIC CRAFT WEEKNordic Craft Week facebook group, which includes photos of the 160-year-old sweater and link to the pattern facebook.com/nordiccraftweekBlog post about the Hailuoto Island traditional sweaters https://wiki.aineetonkulttuuriperinto.fi/wiki/Knitting_tikkur%C3%B6ijy_sweaters_from_Hailuoto_islandTIDBIT #2 FREE ONLINE SEMINARFree Seminar series from University of Glasgow on 17th and 18t century material culture. There will be six seminars, the first on 28 September, and the last on 7 December. Learn more and register here: eventbrite.co.uk/e/material-visual-culture-seminar-series-tickets-168569831905TIDBIT #3 KNITTING LEAFLET PROJECTDr Ellie Reed's Zooniverse project: zooniverse.org/projects/elliereed185/knitting-leaflet-projectWIP 1970s KANGAROO POUCH SWEATERRavelry Project Page ravel.me/Rox/kps The yarn I'm using is Marisol Huñi, in the color Sapphire ravelry.com/yarns/library/mirasol-yarn-huni To design the sweater, I'm using the Kangaroo Pouch Sweater from Knitting Without Tears, by Elizabeth Zimmermann amzn.to/3C3mZUt with some tips from Knitting From the Top by Barbara G. Walker amzn.to/3KJQInQThe stitch patterns are from The 2nd Treasury of Knitting Patterns by Barbara G. Walker amzn.to/3pe6cqb Clover 8900 Needle Felting Tool amzn.to/3ReMWW1Clover 8911 Felting Needle Mat I earn a small commission on qualifying purchases made through these Amazon links, at no cost to you.If you have questions about this video, or suggestions for future videos, please let me know down in the comments or on social media.Rox Rocks Ravelry group: http://www.ravelry.com/groups/rox-rocksIG: instagram.com/roxmplsTwitter: twitter.com/RoxMpls0:00 Introduction0:44 Tidbit #1 Nordic Craft Week2:27 Tidbit #2 Free Online Seminar3:56 Tidbit #3 Knitting Leaflet Project8:36 Question from Viewer14:16 WIP Kangaroo Pouch Sweater18:09 Keeping track/fixing mistakes22:57 Avoiding the jog25:52 Building the bridge31:36 Eek! Steek! A new tool
Basics of Shaped Necklines - design and modification // Technique Tuesday Roxanne Richardson 2022-08-31 | This video explains the concepts behind how shaped necks are designed and calculated. A basic crew neck is used as an example. These concepts can be used to plan modifications to a published sweater pattern or when designing your own sweater.Support me by buying me a coffee on Ko-fi! ko-fi.com/roxannerichardsonMy knitting designs: ravelry.com/designers/roxanne-richardsonRavelry project pages for the various sweaters shown in this video:Brown Aran sweater (my own design, there is no pattern): ravel.me/Rox/zaGreen U-neck sweater (my own design, there is no pattern): ravel.me/Rox/rsScoop neck cardigan (Stripes Gone Crazy): ravel.me/Rox/sgcPink yoke cardigan (Dahlia): ravel.me/Rox/ldsKNITTERS GRAPH PAPERThere are lots of free graph paper PDFs out there. The one I used for this video can be found here: tricksyknitter.com/blogs/learn-to-knit/knitting-graph-paperIf you want to generate graph paper that matches your actual stitch gauge, this one is nice (it's meant for A4 paper, so exact size may be a bit off if you print to 8.5x11'' paper): http://tata-tatao.to/knit/matrix/e-index.htmlIf you have questions about this video, or suggestions for future videos, please let me know down in the comments or on social media.0:00 Introduction0:36 Shaped Neck Overview0:57 Basic Shaped Neck - Crew Neck3:19 Crew Neck - Example Calculations7:29 Making Adjustments - customizing the shape11:20 Neckline - Real Sweater12:23 Predicting/Planning the neck you wantRox Rocks Ravelry group: http://www.ravelry.com/groups/rox-rocksIG: instagram.com/roxmplsTwitter: twitter.com/RoxMpls
Finished! A Reverse-Engineered Sweater // Casual Friday S05E30 Roxanne Richardson 2022-08-26 | In this week's podcast, I have tidbits, vintage books from viewers, my finally-finished reverse engineered sweater, and a very brief update on my 1970s vintage sweater.Support me by buying me a coffee on Ko-fi! ko-fi.com/roxannerichardsonMy knitting designs: ravelry.com/designers/roxanne-richardsonSHOW NOTESTIDBIT #1 WWII Movie Knitting youtu.be/GOeg3GGI7AY?t=5235TIDBIT #2 Wool-GatheringBlog post about the etymology of the word blog.oup.com/2017/11/woolgathering-word-originsTIDBIT #3 Fleece to Fashion ConferenceI neglected to state the date/time of the conferenceThu, 8 Sep 2022, 09:00 –Fri, 9 Sep 2022, 17:00 BSTAlso, it's possible that if you are in North America that you will have to get up very early in the morning! Sorry about that!Register for this event via Eventbrite eventbrite.co.uk/e/creativity-authenticity-and-sustainability-in-knitted-textiles-online-tickets-352483215787 BOOKS FROM VIEWERSThe two books I received areScandinavian Knitwear by Alice StarmoreAmerica's Knitting Book by Gertrude TaylorThese may be available used from Amazon, AbeBooks, or other used book sellers.FINISHED OBJECT - REVERSE ENGINEERED SWEATERYarn: The Fibre Company CumbriaMy Ravelry project page for this sweater: ravel.me/Rox/ritngVideos for techniques I used in this sweater:Sewing Buttons onto Knitted Buttonbands: youtu.be/5DiVYPIZ36kAlternating Cast On for Double Rib (k2p2): youtu.be/QT_Z6u7nyAsPlaylist of videos on sweater styles: youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1AZxTfSCe2fcT51YdxUkPcXXTAkwCNG4If you have questions about this video, or suggestions for future videos, please let me know down in the comments or on social media.0:00 Introduction0:37 Tidbit #1 WWII Movie Knitting5:05 Tidbit #2 Wool-gathering6:59 Fleece to Fashion Conference9:43 Books from Viewers12:17 Finished Object: Reverse Engineered Sweater29:58 WIP - 1970s vintage sweaterRox Rocks Ravelry group: http://www.ravelry.com/groups/rox-rocksIG: instagram.com/roxmplsTwitter: twitter.com/RoxMpls
One Sweater Drags On, Another Zooms Forward // Casual Friday S05E29 Roxanne Richardson 2022-08-19 | This week's Casual Friday has Tidbits; stalled progress and regrouping in one sweater; zooming progress in another.Support me by buying me a coffee on Ko-fi! ko-fi.com/roxannerichardsonMy knitting designs: ravelry.com/designers/roxanne-richardsonSHOW NOTESTIDBIT #1Franklin Habit's instagram post about visiting Jane Gaugain's grave instagram.com/p/ChKfcxrIB6zKate Davies' blog post about Jane: kddandco.com/2016/03/11/in-the-steps-of-jane-gaugain Jane Gaugain's first book, published 1840 archive.org/details/krl00394037Wikipedia article on Jane Gaugain: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jane_GaugainKnitting Reference Library on archive.org: archive.org/details/knittingreferencelibraryTIDBIT #2Alpacas turn decaying farm into thriving slow-fashion homesteadyoutube.com/watch?v=vI8uPGgpwjsTIDBIT #3Why French Leavers Lace Is So Expensiveyoutu.be/y5uX143hx38REVERSE ENGINEERED SWEATERMy Ravelry project page ravel.me/Rox/ritngYarn used The Fibre Company Cumbria, color Saddleback Slate; red is Cascade 220, color 2401Note: because this is reverse engineered from a 20-year-old commercially knit sweater, there is no pattern.1970S KANGAROO POUCH SWEATERRavelry Project Page ravel.me/Rox/kpsThe yarn I'm using is Marisol Huñi, in the color Sapphire ravelry.com/yarns/library/mirasol-yarn-huniTo design the sweater, I'm using the Kangaroo Pouch Sweater from Knitting Without Tears, by Elizabeth Zimmermann amzn.to/3C3mZUt with some tips from Knitting From the Top by Barbara G. WalkerThe stitch patterns are from The 2nd Treasury of Knitting Patterns by Barbara G. Walker amzn.to/3pe6cqb The Sweater Workshop, by Jaqueline Fee: amzn.to/3whgMk4 (Amazon link)A number of copies are available used from abebooks: tinyurl.com/yrutx7kb Videos on converting flat stitch patterns to in-the-round: youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1AZxTfSCe2dHxQlwJafAVnZi6jvPVZS0I use StitchMastery to chart out my patterns stitchmastery.com 0:00 Introduction0:33 Tidbit #1 Franklin and Jane5:26 Tidbit #2 Kilometer Zero 7:01 Tidbit #3 French Leavers Lace9:02 WIP Reverse Engineered Sweater16:33 WIP Vintage '70sIf you have questions about this video, or suggestions for future videos, please let me know down in the comments or on social media.Rox Rocks Ravelry group: http://www.ravelry.com/groups/rox-rocksIG: instagram.com/roxmplsTwitter: twitter.com/RoxMpls
Basics of Modified Drop Shoulder Sweaters // Technique Tuesday Roxanne Richardson 2022-08-16 | This is the third video in a series about sweater styles.Playlist here: youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1AZxTfSCe2fcT51YdxUkPcXXTAkwCNG4Playlist of other sweater technique videos here: youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1AZxTfSCe2cPb1sQEUXGpowI998juItOSupport me by buying me a coffee on Ko-fi! ko-fi.com/roxannerichardsonMy knitting designs: ravelry.com/designers/roxanne-richardsonYarn used in the quarter scale sweater: Brown Sheep Company Nature Spun fingering weight wool.My Ravelry project page for the red cabled sweater (FLAK by Janet Szabo): ravel.me/Rox/fwtMy Ravelry project page for the green cabled sweater (my own design, there is no pattern) ravel.me/Rox/mdshaIf you have questions about this video, or suggestions for future videos, please let me know down in the comments or on social media.0:00 Introduction0:45 Modified Drop Shoulder: What is it?4:37 Sleeve Modifications for an even better fit7:30 Sweater Style Advantages8:10 Construction VariationsRox Rocks Ravelry group: http://www.ravelry.com/groups/rox-rocksIG: instagram.com/roxmplsTwitter: twitter.com/RoxMpls
Designing a Sweater Using Elizabeth Zimmermanns EPS // Casual Friday S05E28 Roxanne Richardson 2022-08-12 | In this week's podcast I have tidbits (well, one tidbit and one very large bite); an update on my Reverse Engineered Sweater; my design for my 1970s vintage sweater, using Elizabeth Zimmermann's Percentage System, or EPS.Support me by buying me a coffee on Ko-fi! ko-fi.com/roxannerichardsonMy knitting designs: ravelry.com/designers/roxanne-richardsonSHOW NOTESTIDBIT #1 Andrea AnimatesAndrea Love's IG: instagram.com/andreaanimates/?hl=enAndrea Love's website: http://www.andreaanimates.comTIDBIT #2 Vivian Høxbro's Knitting HandbookVivian Hoxbro's Knitting Handbook: 8 Schools of Modular Knittingamzn.to/3Q4r0we Other booksShadow Knitting amzn.to/3Pjwp11Traditional Danish Sweaters amzn.to/3QCMwYMThese are affiliate links. As an Amazon associate, I earn a small commission from purchases made through these links, at no additional cost to you.WIP REVERSE ENGINEERED SWEATERThe original sweater was commercially knit. My Ravelry project page: ravel.me/Rox/ritngNEW PROJECT 1970S SWEATERRavelry project page for this sweater: ravel.me/Rox/kpTo design the sweater, I'm using the Kangaroo Pouch Sweater from Knitting Without Tears, by Elizabeth Zimmermann amzn.to/3C3mZUtThe stitch patterns are from The 2nd Treasury of Knitting Patterns by Barbara G. Walker amzn.to/3pe6cqbI use StitchMastery to chart out my patternsstitchmastery.com The yarn I'm using is Marisol Huñi, in the color Sapphireravelry.com/yarns/library/mirasol-yarn-huniVideo: How to Knit a Hat Without a Pattern youtu.be/80kAQmnQU0AVideo: How to Knit Fingerless Mitts Without a Pattern youtu.be/ShGV7W_1WLE0:00 Introduction0:39 Tidbit #1 Andrea Animates1:45 Tidbit #2 Vivian Høxbro's Knitting Handbook12:09 WIP Reverse Engineered Sweater16:14 New Project – 1970s Vintage Sweater ProjectIf you have questions about this video, or suggestions for future videos, please let me know down in the comments or on social media.Rox Rocks Ravelry group: http://www.ravelry.com/groups/rox-rocksIG: instagram.com/roxmplsTwitter: twitter.com/RoxMpls
When Questions Lead to Unexpected Answers // Casual Friday S05E27 Roxanne Richardson 2022-08-05 | In this week's Casual Friday podcast, there are Tidbits; a Finished Object, an update on a Work in Progress; and a change of plans for my next vintage project.Support me by buying me a coffee on Ko-fi! ko-fi.com/roxannerichardsonMy knitting designs: ravelry.com/designers/roxanne-richardsonMy Ravelry project page for the top I'm wearing ravel.me/Rox/j1SHOWNOTESTIDBIT #1 “HANDS”Spinning and sock knitting:youtube.com/watch?v=ADU6GzmtZ1sThe second video is a compilation of episodes and the relevant episode about traditional donegal weaving and sheep farming starts at 1:46:23youtu.be/p2W-gG2pRqY?t=6385 Making traditional spinning wheels:youtube.com/watch?v=ZFQOEy-ztjYTIDBIT #2 MERINO WOOL PROCESSINGVideo youtu.be/YwRbyTCqOQYTIDBIT #3 WOOL IN SCHOOLS Article tinyurl.com/5n8cjjse Website with downloadable materials nzwool.co.nz/wool-in-schoolsFINISHED OBJECT – SOCKSVideos associated with techniques used in this sockJudy's Magic Cast on youtu.be/KEnk-Kl513AToe-up wedge toe youtu.be/snt8h6iqFWEWhen to start the heel of a toe up sock youtu.be/oeJ1VxrbKdUImproving heel fit with heel increases. Technique #2 youtu.be/ah9wAEeFiyEGerman Short Row heel three ways (I used Method #2) youtu.be/zywKS3jj0rgCalf increases maintained 20% negative ease. I explained that process in last week's Casual Friday: youtu.be/scqyYYYyZioAvoiding color blips studio.youtube.com/video/HDuYUH6Lyg0/edit?o=UHalf-hitch bind off youtu.be/FvNao1AsuvcAugust Sock KAL tutorial for cuff down socks: ravelry.com/patterns/library/august-sock-kalWIP – REVERSE ENGINEERED SWEATERMy Ravelry project page for this sweater: ravel.me/Rox/ritngPROJECT PLANNING 1970s VINTAGE SWEATERThe links below are Amazon affiliate links.Books by Elizabeth Zimmermann The Opinionated Knitter amzn.to/3zRPFi1 Knitting Without Tears amzn.to/3oKQ9je Books by Barbara G Walker Treasury of Knitting Patterns amzn.to/3Bst9NO 2nd Treasury of Knitting Patterns amzn.to/3bnu1sa Charted Knitting Designs, a 3rd Treasury of Knitting Patterns amzn.to/3JdUqFy Knitting from the Top amzn.to/3vsegah If you have questions about this video, or suggestions for future videos, please let me know down in the comments or on social media.0:00 Introduction0:47 Tidbit #1 “Hands”2:00 Tidbit #2 Merino Wool Processing3:25 Tidbit #3 Wool in Schools5:22 Finished Object – Knee Socks14:38 WIP – Reverse Engineered Sweater16:59 Project Planning 1970s Vintage SweaterRox Rocks Ravelry group: http://www.ravelry.com/groups/rox-rocksIG: instagram.com/roxmplsTwitter: twitter.com/RoxMpls
How to Convert a Pullover Pattern into a Cardigan // Technique Tuesday Roxanne Richardson 2022-08-02 | This video explains the concepts of how to convert a knitting pattern for a pullover into a cardigan. Converting seamed pullovers and seamless pullovers are explained. Support me by buying me a coffee on Ko-fi! ko-fi.com/roxannerichardsonMy knitting designs: ravelry.com/designers/roxanne-richardsonYarn used in video demonstration: Brown Sheep Company Nature Spun fingering weight wool.If you have questions about this video, or suggestions for future videos, please let me know down in the comments or on social media.0:00 Introduction0:38 Basics - start with the schematic3:28 Converting - seamed pullover4:46 Converting neck shaping6:50 Converting - seamless pullover8:22 Seamless conversion - another option9:25 Ribbing - planning for symmetryRox Rocks Ravelry group: http://www.ravelry.com/groups/rox-rocksIG: instagram.com/roxmplsTwitter: twitter.com/RoxMpls
Fixing Mistakes and Planning the Future // Casual Friday S05E26 Roxanne Richardson 2022-07-29 | This week's Casual Friday podcast features Tidbits; an invisible hole repair; knee sock how-to; and sweater design indecision.Support me by buying me a coffee on Ko-fi! ko-fi.com/roxannerichardsonMy knitting designs: ravelry.com/designers/roxanne-richardsonSHOW NOTESNote: Links to Amazon books are affiliate linksTIDBIT #1 SALLY POINTERSally Pointer YouTube channel youtube.com/c/SallyPointerPrehistoric Splicing Fibers youtu.be/5Eq7fyLMu9ITIDBIT #2 BARBARA G WALKERRavelry thread with update on Barbara Walker, written by her sonravelry.com/discuss/ends/4209077/1-25#1Books by Barbara G WalkerTreasury of Knitting Patterns amzn.to/3Bst9NO2nd Treasury of Knitting Patterns amzn.to/3bnu1saCharted Knitting Designs, a 3rd Treasury of Knitting Patterns amzn.to/3JdUqFyKnitting from the Top amzn.to/3vsegahTIDBIT #3 FLAX TO LINEN: Sowing to SewingFrom Flax to linen YT video on Rob Stephen's channelyoutu.be/3JKhhtoe9v4TIDBIT #4 KNITTING THE UNCANNYeventbrite.co.uk/e/antiuniversity-knitting-the-uncanny-tickets-380593193487 WIP – KNEE SOCKSMy Ravelry project page for the socks: ravel.me/Rox/ptsYarn: Turtlepurl Yarns Striped Softshell Turtle Toes, color Crushed!I knit these socks toe up, using a wedge toe and short row heel using German short rows (with a gusset before and after to create more room in the heel). There is no pattern, but there are plenty of sock videos on my channel to help with those topics:Video on fixing holes and dropped stitches: youtu.be/sjKdFg9AHXoWeave in Yarn Tails with Reverse duplicate stitch youtu.be/UHUOkLOaFjsPlaylist of all my sock videos (lots of info on sock toes, heels, modifications, etc.) youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1AZxTfSCe2cq3ZnnnCTGmbaqmGicKFQPFUTURE PROJECT – 1970sBooks by Elizabeth ZimmermannThe Opinionated Knitter amzn.to/3zRPFi1Knitting Without Tears amzn.to/3oKQ9je0:00 Introduction0:50 Tidbit #1 Sally Pointer3:14 Tidbit #2 Barbara G Walker5:15 Tidbit #3 Flax to Linen6:28 Tidbit #4 Knitting the Uncanny8:21 WIP Knee Socks9:46 Hole repair15:15 Knee sock construction process21:57 Future Project 1970sIf you have questions about this video, or suggestions for future videos, please let me know down in the comments or on social media.Rox Rocks Ravelry group: http://www.ravelry.com/groups/rox-rocksIG: instagram.com/roxmplsTwitter: twitter.com/RoxMpls
Two Handspun Yarns x Five Dyes = OMG // Casual Friday S05E25 Roxanne Richardson 2022-07-22 | In this week's podcast, I have an update on my reverse engineered sweater, the results of my handspun yarn dyeing experiment, and evolving plans for my next vintage sweater project.Support me by buying me a coffee on Ko-fi! ko-fi.com/roxannerichardsonMy knitting designs: ravelry.com/designers/roxanne-richardsonREVERSE ENGINEERED SWEATERThis is my Ravelry project page for the sweaterTWO YARNS, FIVE DYESThe two base yarns were a BFL/silk blend (cream) and 100% BFL (natural colors). The dyes I used are from Mother Mackenzie's Miracle Dye Mix Kit, which I purchased from Clemes & Clemes: clemes.com/product/mother-mackenzies-miracle-dye-mixThe resources I used to learn about creating a 1% dye solution were this website: gaywool.com/calculating-dye-quantitiesas well as ChemKnits video: youtu.be/t8MFfTgeKic1970s VINTAGE SWEATERI'll be using the basic instructions for a ski sweater/Scandinavian sweater from Elizabeth Zimmermann's book KNITTING WITHOUT TEARS amzn.to/3B64XjUThe earliest version of this pattern can be found in THE OPINIONATED KNITTER, along with a diagram of how to use the percentage system to calculate various measurements. amzn.to/3z0Tgs8These are Amazon affiliate links. You can usually also find these books at the Schoolhouse Press website, which is the business Elizabeth Zimmermann founded: schoolhousepress.comOther books I am using as references include several books from the 1970s, which I bought used from AbeBooks:A PRACTICAL HANDBOOK OF TRADITIONAL DESIGNS: FAIR ISLE KNITTING by Sara DonMON TRICOT KNITTING DICTIONARY 900 STITCHES PATTERNS (published 1963)SCANDINAVIAN KNITTING DESIGNS by Pauline Chatterton0:00 Introduction0:44 Reverse Engineered Sweater11:29 Two Yarns, Five Dyes23:35 1970s Vintage Sweater plansIf you have questions about this video, or suggestions for future videos, please let me know down in the comments or on social media.Rox Rocks Ravelry group: http://www.ravelry.com/groups/rox-rocksIG: instagram.com/roxmplsTwitter: twitter.com/RoxMpls
Basics of Drop Shoulder Sweaters // Technique Tuesday Roxanne Richardson 2022-07-12 | This video explains the basics of what a drop shoulder style sweater is: what defines the style, the options for construction, the advantages and disadvantages of this type of sweater, the typical proportions, and resources for finding patterns of this style and resources for learning to design your own.This is the second video in a series.First video, Intro to sweater styles: youtu.be/cuk_dySfPjYSupport me by buying me a coffee on Ko-fi! ko-fi.com/roxannerichardsonMy knitting designs: ravelry.com/designers/roxanne-richardsonPATTERN RESOURCESRavelry advanced search for drop shoulder sweaters shown in the video (you can modify it to suit yourself): ravel.me/g4wtaaDESIGN RESOURCES(These are Amazon links. As an Amazon Associate, I earn a small commission for purchases made through these links, at no additional cost to you)The Knitter's Handy Book of Sweater Patterns by Ann Budd amzn.to/3ayBWTfVogue Knitting Ultimate Knitting Book amzn.to/3yZEIdsSweater Design in Plain English, Second Edition by Maggi Righetti This may be out of print, but used copies are available amzn.to/3uDu7m7Knitting in the Old Way by Priscilla Gibson-Roberts and Deborah Robsonamzn.to/3REv4oaIf you have questions about this video, or suggestions for future videos, please let me know down in the comments or on social media.0:00 Introduction1:11 What defines this style?2:25 Construction methods6:55 Advantages & Disadvantages8:18 Proportions13:07 Resources - patterns15:51 Resources – designing your ownRox Rocks Ravelry group: http://www.ravelry.com/groups/rox-rocksIG: instagram.com/roxmplsTwitter: twitter.com/RoxMpls
Piecing Projects: Knitting, Dyeing, & Quilting // Casual Friday S05E24 Roxanne Richardson 2022-07-08 | In this week's podcast I have tidbits, and I'm building new projects piece by piece. I'm back at work reverse engineering a beloved sweater, I have a plan for dyeing some handspun yarn, and I dip my toes into quilting.Support me by buying me a coffee on Ko-fi! ko-fi.com/roxannerichardsonMy knitting designs: ravelry.com/designers/roxanne-richardsonSHOW NOTESTIDBIT #1 LIBRARY OF KNITLink to the article about this event, which ends July 10dailyrecord.co.uk/ayrshire/hrh-prince-charles-unravels-history-27404314TIDBIT #2 SPINNING SILK FROM A COCOONyoutu.be/CJnRa84xKMg TIDBIT #3 ALTERNATE SHEARING APPROACHstuff.co.nz/entertainment/tv-radio/129128901/sheep-station-owners-reject-woke-criticism-after-country-calendar-backlash Website for Lake Hawea Station farm lakehaweastation.com/the-farm TIDBIT #4 KNITTING AND DARNING SAMPLERSThe samplers are held at the Fries museum https://www.friesmuseum.nlThe Tom of Holland blog post, with photographs he took of the items in their collection can be found here tomofholland.com/2014/08/15/fries-museum-1WIP REVERSE ENGINEERED SWEATERMy Ravelry project page for this sweater: ravel.me/Rox/ritngPrevious Casual Friday episodes featuring the design process of this sweater, as well as knitting progressChain Yarns and Blow Yarns: youtu.be/zhgHf8kwBvwReverse Engineering a Sweater: Getting Started // CasFri 3-38 youtu.be/Jf1wrq_LuTYKnitting a New Version of an Old Sweater // Casual Friday S05E18 youtu.be/bdzq73_ddeQRecycling Old Ideas into New Sweaters // Casual Friday S05E19 youtu.be/0QtHrU5aD4UThere's Always More Than One Way // Casual Friday S05E20 youtu.be/RSS-wVgHBmUSPINNING/DYEINGThe Dye kit is Mother Mackenzie's Miracle Dye Mix which I purchased from Clemes and Clemes clemes.com/product/mother-mackenzies-miracle-dye-mixQUILTINGThe Woolpatch YouTube channel: youtube.com/c/TheWoolpatchThe Woolpatch video demonstrating chain piecing and nesting: youtu.be/IIyk6GYm-gsI got my charm pack from Missouri Star Quilting Company. It's the Tula Pink's True Colors Charm Pack: missouriquiltco.com/products/tula-pinks-true-colors-charm-pack0:00 Introduction0:45 Tidbit #1 Library of Knit Ayrshire2:03 Tidbit #2 Spinning silk from a cocoon4:14 Tidbit #3 Alternate Shearing Approach9:27 Tidbit #4 Knitting and Darning Samplers12:33 WIP – Reverse Engineered Sweater21:33 Spinning/Dyeing28:45 Quilt top – learning a new skillIf you have questions about this video, or suggestions for future videos, please let me know down in the comments or on social media.Rox Rocks Ravelry group: http://www.ravelry.com/groups/rox-rocksIG: instagram.com/roxmplsTwitter: twitter.com/RoxMpls
Reversible Road Trip Hat // Casual Friday S05E23 Roxanne Richardson 2022-07-01 | In this week's podcast I have tidbits, a gift from a viewer, two finished knitting projects and a finished spinning project that may turn ito a dyeing project.Support me by buying me a coffee on Ko-fi! ko-fi.com/roxannerichardsonMy knitting designs: ravelry.com/designers/roxanne-richardsonSHOW NOTESTIDBIT #1 INTERWEAVE KNITS ARTICLEInterweave Knits Summer 2022 issue: interweave.com/product/interweave-knits-summer-2022-digital-editionVideo on Rotating vs Parallel floats youtu.be/CaMjH8AqW0sPlaylist of colorwork videos youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1AZxTfSCe2ciu_XbYOVClammwvqVzIiyTIDBIT #2 PARIS CELEBRATES THE NEEDLEFranklin Habit's vlog on the Paris event: youtu.be/dfn3qAZf5rE If you have a video to share of a fiber or needlework event somewhere outside the U.S. you can send me a link via DM on Ravelry, or to my email address, which is on my Channel's About page.TIDBIT #3 BAYEAUX TAPESTRY EVENTDr Makin's Twitter: twitter.com/alexandra_makinSan Francisco School of Needlework and Design Lecture Seriessfneedleworkanddesign.org/lecture-series-online tickets Eventbrite Registration for Studying the Making of the Bayeux Tapestry: eventbrite.com/e/studying-the-making-of-the-bayeux-tapestry-by-alexandra-makin-tickets-222416833737?aff=efbeventTIDBIT #4 SIRDAR HERITAGE COLLECTIONSirdar Heritage Collection: http://tinyurl.com/mrxy2nadGIFT FROM A VIEWERPeople Knitting: A Century of Photographs by Barbara Levineamzn.to/3bwKYQHAs an Amazon Associate I earn a small commission from qualifying purchasesFO – BABY SWEATERPattern Lille Dahlia Solo: ravelry.com/patterns/library/lille-dahlia-soloYarn: Sun Valley Fibers MCN Fingering, color FirewatchFO – 1898 HAT1898 Hat by Kristine ByrnesPublished in the Seaman's Church Institute: Christmas at Sea booklet, available free on their website seamenschurch.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/sci-1898-hat-kristine-byrnes-web-w-schematic.pdfYarn: Shepherd's Wool Worsted, from Stonehedge Fiber Mill, color Blue Jay (marled) and Royal Blue (solid)stonehedgefibermill.comSPINNINGThe dye kit I have is called Mother Mackenzie's Miracle Dye Kit, which I purchased from Clemes and Clemes: clemes.com/product/mother-mackenzies-miracle-dye-mixThe wool is BFL Silk and BFL natural colors that I received from Paradise Fibers several years ago.0:00 Introduction0:37 Tidbit #1 Interweave Knits Article4:05 Tidbit #2 Paris Celebrates the Needle6:35 tidbit #3 Bayeux Tapestry Event8:38 Tidbit #4 Sirdar Heritage Collection11:22 Gift from a Viewer13:29 FO – Baby Sweater17:07 FO – 1898 Hat24:50 Spinning - BFLIf you have questions about this video, or suggestions for future videos, please let me know down in the comments or on social media.Rox Rocks Ravelry group: http://www.ravelry.com/groups/rox-rocksIG: instagram.com/roxmplsTwitter: twitter.com/RoxMpls
Intro to Sweater Styles (Types) // Technique Tuesday Roxanne Richardson 2022-06-28 | This video is the first in a series of videos about basic sweater styles and how they are constructed. An overview of the series and of the five basic styles covered is presented. The five styles are: Drop Shoulder, Modified Drop Shoulder, Set-in Sleeve, Raglan, and Yoke.Series Playlist is here (it will grow as more videos are uploaded): youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1AZxTfSCe2fcT51YdxUkPcXXTAkwCNG4Ravelry group discussion thread is here: ravelry.com/discuss/rox-rocks/topics/4206001Support me by buying me a coffee on Ko-fi! ko-fi.com/roxannerichardsonMy knitting designs: ravelry.com/designers/roxanne-richardson0:00 Introduction1:51 Drop Shoulder2:52 Modified Drop Shoulder4:57 Set-in Sleeve6:17 Raglan7:11 YokeIf you have questions about this video, or suggestions for future videos, please let me know down in the comments or on social media.Rox Rocks Ravelry group: http://www.ravelry.com/groups/rox-rocksIG: instagram.com/roxmplsTwitter: twitter.com/RoxMpls
Just When You Think You Understand Charts... // Casual Friday S05E22 Roxanne Richardson 2022-06-17 | In this week's podcast I have tidbits, and an (almost) finished project to share.Support me by buying me a coffee on Ko-fi! ko-fi.com/roxannerichardsonMy knitting designs: ravelry.com/designers/roxanne-richardsonSHOW NOTESLast week's Casual Friday on Knitting through Grief:TIDBIT #1 PURLAnimated Short: youtu.be/B6uuIHpFkuoTIDBIT #2 1830 SEWING BOOKAlden O'Brien's tweet with all the photos: twitter.com/AldenBrien/status/1532793926700105728?s=20&t=Fb8yvdRAuZ98-ZYltjcoswTIDBIT #3 VINTAGE KNIT BOOKhttps://www.nla.gov.au/stories/national-library-publishing/book-title/vintage-knitsTrove https://trove.nla.gov.au/search/category/lists?keyword=knitting%20patternsTIDBIT #4 STICK TO YOUR KNITTIN' KITTENSong by the Four Vagabondsyoutu.be/KaNbpPAe604New Zealand public radio storyyoutu.be/BaQZ3gX988oTIDBIT #5 UNA MADREWikipedia article on the artist en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Silvestro_LegaALMOST FINISHED OBJECTMy Ravelry project page: ravel.me/Rox/ldsPattern: Lille Dahlia SOLO ravelry.com/patterns/library/lille-dahlia-soloYarn: Sun Valley Fibers MCN fingering weight. Color FirewitchTechnique videos mentioned:Alternating Cast on: youtu.be/3F5k-v3NqyoGrafted Bind off: youtu.be/TAgy5huTlQw3-row buttonhole youtu.be/vx4MUo5voXAAvoiding holes in sweater underarms: youtu.be/7D3oD5G5h1oCharting softwareI use Stitchmastery. You can try a free demo at stitchmastery.comI have heard others like Stitch Fiddle. There is a free version and a paid version stitchfiddle.com/en0:00 Introduction1:11 Tidbit #1 Purl2:01 Tidbit #2 1830s Sewing Book3:42 Tidbit #3 Vintage Knits book7:00 Tidbit #4 Stick to Your Knittin' Kitten9:51 Tidbit #5 Una Madre10:55 Finished ObjectIf you have questions about this video, or suggestions for future videos, please let me know down in the comments or on social media.Rox Rocks Ravelry group: http://www.ravelry.com/groups/rox-rocksIG: instagram.com/roxmplsTwitter: twitter.com/RoxMpls
Avoiding Holes in Sweater Underarms // Technique Tuesday Roxanne Richardson 2022-06-14 | This video demonstrates a technique to avoid gaps or holes at the underarm join of top down sweaters.Support me by buying me a coffee on Ko-fi! ko-fi.com/roxannerichardsonMy knitting designs: ravelry.com/designers/roxanne-richardsonTechnique used in this video:Picking up sts along a finished edge youtu.be/9NYuN-Vt92QTips and tricks for Backwards loop CO: youtu.be/aMKfwZe1CR8Duplicate stitch youtu.be/B07yz_kuU8QReverse duplicate stitch for weaving in yarn tails youtu.be/UHUOkLOaFjsNeedles used in video demonstration: Chiaogoo Red Lace circularsYarn used in video demonstration: Sun Valley Fibers MCN, color FirewatchThe sweater pattern used in this demonstration is Lille Dahlia Solo by le knit: ravelry.com/patterns/library/lille-dahlia-soloIf you have questions about this video, or suggestions for future videos, please let me know down in the comments or on social media.0:00 Introduction0:24 Overview/Avoiding Underarm Gaps1:41 Reading the CO Edge3:45 Why here? Explanation5:22 Explanation Over/Return to PU Sts7:01 Decreases/Eliminating the Extra Stitches8:48 Final Result/Weaving in TailsRox Rocks Ravelry group: http://www.ravelry.com/groups/rox-rocksIG: instagram.com/roxmplsTwitter: twitter.com/RoxMpls
Knitting Through Grief // Casual Friday S05E21 Roxanne Richardson 2022-06-10 | In this week's podcast, I talk about the affect knitting and grief can have on each other.Support me by buying me a coffee on Ko-fi! ko-fi.com/roxannerichardsonMy knitting designs: ravelry.com/designers/roxanne-richardsonMy Ravelry project page for the knitted top I'm wearing : ravel.me/Rox/j1If you have questions about this video, or suggestions for future videos, please let me know down in the comments or on social media.0:00 Introduction0:34 Knitting Through Grief11:56 Packages from viewersRox Rocks Ravelry group: http://www.ravelry.com/groups/rox-rocksIG: instagram.com/roxmplsTwitter: twitter.com/RoxMpls
Theres Always More Than One Way // Casual Friday S05E20 Roxanne Richardson 2022-05-27 | In this week's Casual Friday podcast I have Tidbits (with a deep dive into one of them) and an update on the sweater I'm reverse engineering.Support me by buying me a coffee on Ko-fi! kofi.com/roxannerichardsonMy knitting designs: ravelry.com/designers/roxanne-richardsonSHOW NOTESTIDBIT #1 FROGGY SWEATERIndia Crawford-Scott's Instagram: tinyurl.com/3p5wnspyTIDBIT #2 ESTONIAN ROOSITUDThe Estonian documentary video on Roositud youtu.be/8qOuG7hShz8The Casual Friday episode on Roositud youtu.be/1xQkblJfm7Q Discussion thread in my Ravelry group on the topic ravelry.com/discuss/rox-rocks/4200737 Video from Beth Brown-Reinsel demonstrating herringbone cast on youtu.be/RgCuELLpm0U Folk Knitting in Estonia by Nancy Bush amzn.to/3lSiBOY(this is an affiliate link -- as an Amazon Associate, I earn a small commission from qualifying purchases) My video on left-crossing LTCO youtu.be/DZBPxcjmxKc WIP – REVERSE ENGINEERED SWEATERMy Ravelry project page for this sweater: ravel.me/Rox/ritng These videos all use the three-needle join techniquePerfect Hems Using Three-Needle Join: youtu.be/ge4uqBLCFck Decrease While Maintaining Cable Pattern: youtu.be/uPLefVBFkw8 Double decreases using three-needle join: youtu.be/XWKBvukCalU 0:00 Introduction0:29 Tidbit #1 Froggy Sweater1:36 Tidbit #2 Estonian Roositud11:31 WIP -Reverse Engineered SweaterIf you have questions about this video, or suggestions for future videos, please let me know down in the comments or on social media.Rox Rocks Ravelry group: http://www.ravelry.com/groups/rox-rocksIG: instagram.com/roxmplsTwitter: twitter.com/RoxMpls
Perfect Knitted Hems Using Three Needle Join (3N Join) // Technique Tuesday Roxanne Richardson 2022-05-24 | This video demonstrates how to knit a folded hem without having to either sew the cast on edge to the inside of the work or picking up stitches along the cast on edge. Support me by buying me a coffee on Ko-fi! ko-fi.com/roxannerichardsonMy knitting designs: ravelry.com/designers/roxanne-richardsonVIDEOS REFERENCEDAny of these three types of provisional cast on methods can be used to start the hemProvisional Cast On using Judy's Magic CO: youtu.be/ROx-9OY_xGgTurkish CO: youtu.be/7MDFXgdIIH4Figure-8 CO: youtu.be/7LvanJobvjoThree-Needle Bind Off (3NBO): youtu.be/ja0FAyAKKJkFinessed Three-Needle Bind Off youtu.be/ZODui-LTCrINeedles used in video demonstration: One needle is some sort of Addi circular, and the red one is a Signature Needle Arts fixed length needle (their original circular needle type)Yarn used in video demonstration: Brown Sheep Company Nature Spun worsted weight wool.If you have questions about this video, or suggestions for future videos, please let me know down in the comments or on social media.0:00 Introduction0:26 Three methods comparison1:38 Perfect Hem Cast on and First Row4:49 Joining the Hem7:59 Finished Result8:31 Other UsesRox Rocks Ravelry group: http://www.ravelry.com/groups/rox-rocksIG: instagram.com/roxmplsTwitter: twitter.com/RoxMpls
Recycling Old Ideas into New Sweaters // Casual Friday S05E19 Roxanne Richardson 2022-05-20 | In this week's podcast, I have Tidbits; an update on my Reverse Engineered sweater; and an update on my 1970s vintage sweater project, which is in the planning stages.Support me by buying me a coffee on Ko-fi! ko-fi.com/roxannerichardsonMy knitting designs: ravelry.com/designers/roxanne-richardsonSHOW NOTESTIDBIT #1 Letterbox Topperelystandard.co.uk/news/yarn-bombing-in-ely-queens-platinum-jubilee-8949856TIDBIT #2 Why Wool MattersDocumentary: youtu.be/m21Xn8R7188TIDBIT #3 Needle Felted Sculpturerosemariepeloquin.ca/2020/12/05/hrh-the-prince-of-walesTIDBIT #4 Vyshyvanka Dayen.wikipedia.org/wiki/VyshyvankaTwitter post: tinyurl.com/25dn523vTIDBIT #5 Victorian Knitted Boot Uppersannkingstone.com/victorian-knitted-bootsIF YOU HAVE A TIDBIT YOU'D LIKE TO SHARE, send me an emailRoxanneRichardsonKnits AT gmail DOT comor DM me on Ravelry: ravelry.com/people/Roxor tag me in a tweet: twitter.com/RoxMplsWIP – Reverse Engineered SweaterVideo on eliminating cable flare: youtu.be/Lx-XP9QvRLMFuture Project – 1970sKnitting Without Tears by Elizabeth Zimmermann amzn.to/383CLSI Knitting in the Old Way by Priscilla Gibson-Roberts and Deborah Robson (2nd edition) amzn.to/3LAl8rwAs an Amazon associate, I earn a small commission from qualifying purchases.If you have questions about this video, or suggestions for future videos, please let me know down in the comments or on social media.0:00 Introduction0:41 Tidbit #1 Letterbox Topper1:56 Tidbit #2 Why Wool Matters3:21 Tidbit #3 Wool Sculpture4:12 Tidbit #4 Vyshyvanka Day5:20 Tidbit #5 Victorian Knitted Boot Uppers6:51 WIP - Reverse Engineered Sweater21:19 Future Project - 1970s SweaterRox Rocks Ravelry group: http://www.ravelry.com/groups/rox-rocksIG: instagram.com/roxmplsTwitter: twitter.com/RoxMpls
Knitting a New Version of an Old Sweater // Casual Friday S05E18 Roxanne Richardson 2022-05-13 | In this week's Casual Friday podcast, I have Tidbits; sketchy plans for my next vintage sweater project; and I finally get going on a project that has sputtered for several years: reverse engineering a favorite old commercially knit sweater with a few improvementsSupport me by buying me a coffee on Ko-fi! ko-fi.com/roxannerichardsonMy knitting designs: ravelry.com/designers/roxanne-richardsonSHOW NOTESTIDBIT #1 HONBA SHIMA TSUMUGI WEAVINGVideo youtube.com/watch?v=Mo7Ws0ivr88More information:kogeijapan.com/locale/en_US/honbaoshimatsumugiTIDBIT #2 TWIN CITIES KNITTERS WEEKENDArticle moderndailyknitting.com/2022/05/09/knitters-weekend-twin-citiesTIDBIT #3 – WEIRD MEDIEVALTwitter post: twitter.com/WeirdMedieval/status/1523983186556030976?s=20&t=mpVgs-tBAqZzE3vQY3HymwTIDBIT #4 ETYMOLOGY OF “WOOL”Twitter post: twitter.com/yvanspijk/status/1521518590230413313NEXT VINTAGE PROJECTBooks by Elizabeth ZimmermannKnitting Without Tears: amzn.to/3a1dTvFThe Opinionated Knitter: amzn.to/3la0YK0Books by Barbara G. WalkerA Treasury of Knitting Patterns amzn.to/3lrVvi5A 2nd Treasury of Knitting Patterns amzn.to/3wLc51FMosaic Knitting amzn.to/3a000xLCharted Knitting Designs: A 3rd Treasury of Knitting Patterns amzn.to/3MlzOfqKnitting From the Top amzn.to/3suKEYvAs as Amazon Associate, I earn a small commission from qualifying purchasesWIP: REVERSE ENGINEERINGMy video from few years ago, where I walked through the process of analyzing how a the sweater was constructed: youtu.be/Jf1wrq_LuTY 0:00 Introduction0:22 Tidbit #1 Honba Shima Tsumugi Weaving3:36 Tidbit #2 Twin Cities Knitters Weekend5:01 Tidbit #3 Weird Medieval6:59 Tidbit #4 Etymology of “Wool”8:06 Next Vintage Project15:02 Work in Progress: Reverse Engineered SweaterIf you have questions about this video, or suggestions for future videos, please let me know down in the comments or on social media.Rox Rocks Ravelry group: http://www.ravelry.com/groups/rox-rocksIG: instagram.com/roxmplsTwitter: twitter.com/RoxMpls
Make 1 purl increases (m1pR and m1pL) // Technique Tuesday Roxanne Richardson 2022-05-10 | This video demonstrates how to do the make 1 purl right (m1pR) and make 1 purl left (m1pL) increases, which are nearly invisible from the purl side of the fabric. It explains why m1pR can be used most of the time, and when you might want or need to use m1pL.Video on how to fix m1 increases: youtu.be/GW_xYJQqS_YVideo on alternative way to work m1 increases: youtu.be/x_V6-yKx254Support me by buying me a coffee on Ko-fi! ko-fi.com/roxannerichardsonMy knitting designs: ravelry.com/designers/roxanne-richardsonNeedles used in video demonstration: unknown bamboo dpnsYarn used in video demonstration: Brown Sheep Company Nature Spun worsted weight wool.The pattern for the red scarf/shawl is Leif: ravelry.com/patterns/library/leif-30:00 Introduction0:19 What the m1p increase looks like1:15 Demonstration m1 purl right4:12 Slow motion m1pR4:42 Demonstration m1 purl left6:56 Slow motion m1pL7:33 Explanation of when to use m1pLIf you have questions about this video, or suggestions for future videos, please let me know down in the comments or on social media.Rox Rocks Ravelry group: http://www.ravelry.com/groups/rox-rocksIG: instagram.com/roxmplsTwitter: twitter.com/RoxMpls
1940s Vintage Sweater Finished! // Casual Friday S05E17 Roxanne Richardson 2022-05-06 | In this week's Casual Friday podcast, I have tidbits and a finished project: the 1940s sweater in my long term project to knit a sweater from each decade from the 1890s to the 1990s. The long term project examines the evolution of the hand knit sweater, in terms of what the purpose of a sweater was, the tools and materials used, the construction method, the techniques used in the construction process, and how the instructions are presented to the knitter. I'll go over each of those areas, as well as show the modifications I made. We'll also see the version of the sweater that Billie from Show and Tell knitting made as part of a collaboration.Support me by buying me a coffee on Ko-fi! ko-fi.com/roxannerichardsonMy knitting designs: ravelry.com/designers/roxanne-richardsonTIDBIT #1 Scouring FleeceThe radio segment on scouring fleece can be found herewng.org/podcasts/washed-white-as-snow-1651120579TIDBIT #2 The Sock KnitterThe artist is Grace Cossington Smith, and was pained in 1915.Casual Friday video with discussion of Kitchener: youtu.be/PistoDhVa4UTIDBIT #3 Invisible MendingThe documentary on Kaketsugi can be found here:www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/ondemand/video/5003184FINISHED OBJECT: 1940s Harlequin sweaterSource: April 1949 issue of StitchcraftYarn: Brown Sheep Nature Spun, fingering weightMy Ravelry project page for the sweater is here: ravel.me/Rox/h1Knitting and Crochet Guild of the UK: kcguild.org.ukBasics of Intarsia video: youtu.be/fZngUEJDo6QConverting stair step shoulder shaping to short rowsWhen the shoulders are separated by neck shaping (common for the front): youtu.be/kEAOGE2ZBmsWhen the shoulders are worked simultaneously (common for the back): youtu.be/ZoxS5_wE3xQLink to Billie's upload of our conversation (much longer that the bit that I showed here): youtu.be/3cHO3kjyS4kCasual Friday episodes with our previous discussionspattern selection youtu.be/Tbuq6_pA9sMcolor selection youtu.be/yWiAiMVCwbMmodifications discussion youtu.be/JMn6BlC_9cUIf you have questions about this video, or suggestions for future videos, please let me know down in the comments or on social media.0:00 Introduction0:32 Tidbit #1 Scouring Fleece1:08 Tidbit #2 The Sock Knitter5:40 Tidbit #3 Invisible Mending9:39 Finished Object – Harlequin17:09 Sweater Evolution – Purpose of this Sweater18:01 Sweater Evolution – Tools and Materials20:12 Sweater Evolution – Construction25:07 Sweater Evolution – Techniques29:29 Neckline Detail – how Billie knit hers34:49 Sweater Evolution – Pattern presentationRox Rocks Ravelry group: http://www.ravelry.com/groups/rox-rocksIG: instagram.com/roxmplsTwitter: twitter.com/RoxMpls
Ambiguous Vintage Knitting Instructions// Casual Friday S5E16 Roxanne Richardson 2022-04-29 | This week's podcast has Tidbits, ambiguous finishing instructions for my 1940s vintage sweater project, ambiguous crochet instructions from antique books, and a bit of Q&A about the 19th century stockings I showed you last week.Support me by buying me a coffee on Ko-fi! ko-fi.com/roxannerichardsonMy knitting designs: ravelry.com/designers/roxanne-richardsonMy Ravelry project page for the sweater I'm wearing (there's no pattern, sorry!):SHOW NOTESTIDBIT #1 UKRAINIAN WEAVERSyoutube.com/watch?v=pMinqwDy40c TIDBIT #2 STOP MOTION ANIMATION USING YARNyoutube.com/watch?v=M1qj21eBzNc TIDBIT #3 ACADEMIC KNITTING ADVENTURESEmily Whitted's Twitter thread: tinyurl.com/thtaa7awWIP - HARLEQUIN - 1940s sweater projectPattern is Harlequin from April 1949 issue of Stitchcraft MagazineYarn is Brown Sheep Nature Spun fingering weightRavelry project page for the 1940s sweater: ravel.me/Rox/h1Encyclopedia of Needlework by Th. de DILLMONT can be found on archive.org: archive.org/details/encyclopediaofne00dill/page/224/mode/2up0:00 Introduction0:34 Tidbit #1 Ukrainian Weavers2:26 Tidbit #2 Stop Motion Animation with Yarn3:59 Tidbit #3 Academic Knitting Adventures5:41 WIP - Harlequin - 1940s vintage sweater20:04 Crochet terms 1890-190626:04 Q&A 19th century stockingsIf you have questions about this video, or suggestions for future videos, please let me know down in the comments or on social media.Rox Rocks Ravelry group: http://www.ravelry.com/groups/rox-rocksIG: instagram.com/roxmplsTwitter: twitter.com/RoxMpls
How to add ribbon to button bands for a great finish // Technique Tuesday Roxanne Richardson 2022-04-26 | A ribbon facing adds vertical and horizontal stability to the front bands of a cardigan.Video on adding magnetic closure: youtu.be/Jrx2Gb-QnaAVideo on how to sew on buttons: youtu.be/5DiVYPIZ36kI buy Petersham ribbon from The Sewing Place: thesewingplace.com/notions/petersham-ribbon Support me by buying me a coffee on Ko-fi! ko-fi.com/roxannerichardsonMy knitting designs: ravelry.com/designers/roxanne-richardsonMy Ravelry project pages for the sweaters shown in this video:Gray sweater (no pattern): ravel.me/Rox/gsPeriwinkle sweater: ravel.me/Rox/s1Blue sweater (vintage pattern, probably not available): ravel.me/Rox/assn2If you have questions about this video, or suggestions for future videos, please let me know down in the comments or on social media.0:00 Introduction1:06 Choose your ribbon2:08 Measure ribbon3:12 Pin or baste ribbon3:56 Mark buttonhole placement4:44 Sew using hem stitch5:14 Non-flat buttons6:13 Ribbons aren't just for button bandsRox Rocks Ravelry group: http://www.ravelry.com/groups/rox-rocksIG: instagram.com/roxmplsTwitter: twitter.com/RoxMpls
1 Knitter, 12 Pairs of Stockings, 150 Years of Survival // Casual Friday S5E15 Roxanne Richardson 2022-04-22 | My ongoing struggle to conquer my yarn stash; a studio tour (knitting, spinning, sewing, YouTube), and a tour of the twelve pairs of stockings knit in the 1860s by M.M.Support me by buying me a coffee on Ko-fi! ko-fi.com/roxannerichardsonMy knitting designs: ravelry.com/designers/roxanne-richardsonMy Ravelry project page for the sweater I'm wearing: ravel.me/Rox/s20:00 Introduction0:34 Conquering Yarn Stash11:14 Studio Tour28:11 Intro to the Stockings31:58 The StockingsIf you have questions about this video, or suggestions for future videos, please let me know down in the comments or on social media.Rox Rocks Ravelry group: http://www.ravelry.com/groups/rox-rocksIG: instagram.com/roxmplsTwitter: twitter.com/RoxMpls
Finally Finished 1960s Vintage Sweater // Casual Friday S5E14 Roxanne Richardson 2022-04-15 | This week's podcast has Tidbits, a finally-finished 1960s vintage sweater, and some geeky sock math.Support me by buying me a coffee on Ko-fi! ko-fi.com/roxannerichardsonMy knitting designs: ravelry.com/designers/roxanne-richardsonMy Ravelry project page for the sweater I'm wearing (contains links to the yarn and pattern, if there is one): ravel.me/Rox/assn2You can see all the sweaters knit so far in my long-term project to knit a sweater from every decade from the 1890s to 1990s in my Ravelry notebook:ravelry.com/projects/Rox?set=vintage&view=thumbnailSHOW NOTESTIDBIT #1 INTERVIEW WITH AUSTRALIAN SHEEP FARMERInterview begins at 21:33 wng.org/podcasts/the-world-and-everything-in-it-april-14-2022-1649909485TIDBIT #2 MONMOUTH CAPSBlog post from Library of Birmingham: theironroom.wordpress.com/2012/06/11/a-bit-of-a-yarnPattern for Monmouth Cap by Mara Riley: http://www.marariley.net/patterns/Monmouth%20Cap.pdfRichard Rutt's A History of Handknitting: amzn.to/3M3dypQThis is an affiliate link. As an Amazon Associate, I earn a small commission from qualifying purchases.VINTAGE 1960S SWEATERYarn: Isle of Bute 4-ply fingering weight, circa 1970Pattern: Andrew Stewart Serial No. 204Buttons: Vintage German glass buttons from the 1960sGEEKY SOCK MATHYou can see the Technique Tuesday video on the wedge toe variations here: youtu.be/ifrijK0Qh700:00 Introduction0:30 Tidbit #1 Australian sheep farmer1:39 Tidbit #2 Monmouth caps5:19 Finally Finished 1960s sweater23:56 Geeky sock mathIf you have questions about this video, or suggestions for future videos, please let me know down in the comments or on social media.Rox Rocks Ravelry group: http://www.ravelry.com/groups/rox-rocksIG: instagram.com/roxmplsTwitter: twitter.com/RoxMpls
Customize a Wedge Toe for a Better Fit // Technique Tuesday Roxanne Richardson 2022-04-12 | The standard wedge toe follows every decrease round with a plain round, creating a trapezoidal-shaped toe. This video demonstrates two variations on the standard wedge toe which distributes the plain rounds differently, in order to provide a better fit for people with a less angled toe shape (wider toes, or toes that are more similar in length).Note: I first came across the 4321 toe decrease variation in Stephanie Pearl-McFee's 22 May 2014 blog post, which you can read here: yarnharlot.ca/2014/05/22Support me by buying me a coffee on Ko-fi! ko-fi.com/roxannerichardsonMy knitting designs: ravelry.com/designers/roxanne-richardsonVideo tutorial for the cuff down standard wedge toe (with information on customizing length): youtu.be/7k1t49WKTXkVideo tutorial for the toe up standard wedge toe: youtu.be/snt8h6iqFWEVideo tutorial for the cuff down long or short round toe: youtu.be/Fs-QsCcpSDsVideo tutorial for the toe up long or short round toe: youtu.be/lV9U2fHh97YWritten tutorial for knitting custom-fit socks, with options for various toes and heels: ravelry.com/patterns/library/august-sock-kalYarn used in video demonstration: Sweet Georgia Brown Tough Love Sock in the Party of Five colorway.My Ravelry project page for the sweater I'm wearing: ravel.me/Rox/sgcIf you have questions about this video, or suggestions for future videos, please let me know down in the comments or on social media.0:00 Introduction1:58 Standard wedge toe3:50 Wedge toe in thirds5:02 Wedge toe with 4321 decreases6:03 Different stitch counts9:04 Choosing the right shape Rox Rocks Ravelry group: http://www.ravelry.com/groups/rox-rocksIG: instagram.com/roxmplsTwitter: twitter.com/RoxMpls
1940s Vintage Sweater Modification Plans // Casual Friday S5E13 Roxanne Richardson 2022-04-08 | In this week's podcast I have Tidbits; and I explain a modification to my 1940s vintage sweater project that takes a long-forgotten shaping technique from 1930s yoke sweaters and applies it toward modifying a boat neck sweater. Will my idea work?Support me by buying me a coffee on Ko-fi! ko-fi.com/roxannerichardsonMy knitting designs: ravelry.com/designers/roxanne-richardsonMy Ravelry project page for the sweater I'm wearing (1930s sweater pattern): ravel.me/Rox/apmYou can see all the sweaters I've knit so far for my long-term project to knit a sweater from each decade from the 1890s to the 1990s here: ravelry.com/projects/Rox?set=vintage&view=thumbnailSHOW NOTESTIDBIT #1 KNITTED SCULPTUREodt.co.nz/entertainment/arts/knitted-sculpture-lamentTIDBIT #2 KNITTED GARMENTS AND SCIENTIFIC DATA VISUALIZATION2019 article: medium.com/nightingale/knitting-together-the-data-d5f44e350f7d2022 blog post knithacker.com/2022/03/rickie-van-berkums-handknitted-data-visualizations-combine-science-and-a-lifetime-of-fiber-artTIDBIT #3Stitching Time: Women and Fiber Art in Psychiatric Historypsychiatrictimes.com/view/stitching-time-women-and-fiber-art-in-psychiatric-historyFor more about Thomas Story Kirkbride and his ideas about mental health institutionsen.wikipedia.org/wiki/Thomas_Story_Kirkbride1940s VINTAGE SWEATER PROJECTThe sweater is Harlequin, from the April 1949 issue of Stitchcraft.The videos where Billie and I talk about pattern choice, color selection, etc.My videosChoosing the pattern: youtu.be/Tbuq6_pA9sMChoosing the colors: youtu.be/yWiAiMVCwbMModifying for fit: youtu.be/JMn6BlC_9cUBillie's videos:youtube.com/c/ShowandTellknitting/search?query=harlequinRavelry project page for the project is here:ravel.me/Rox/h1The Knitting and Crochet Guild of the UK: kcguild.org.ukIf you have questions about this video, or suggestions for future videos, please let me know down in the comments or on social media.0:00 Introduction0:33 Tidbit #1 Knitted Sculpture1:59 Tidbit #2 Knitted Garments and Scientific Data Visualization4:03 Tidbit #3 Women and Fiber Art in Psychiatric History11:03 1940s Vintage Sweater Update30:55 Sourcing Vintage PatternsRox Rocks Ravelry group: http://www.ravelry.com/groups/rox-rocksIG: instagram.com/roxmplsTwitter: twitter.com/RoxMpls
A Short Trip, a Big Birthday and a Long Sock // Casual Friday S5E12 Roxanne Richardson 2022-04-01 | In this week's Casual Friday podcast, I have Tidbits; also updates to existing knitting, sewing, and spinning projects, as well as new projects. Plus, my trip to Michigan and a special birthday present to myself.Support me by buying me a coffee on Ko-fi! ko-fi.com/roxannerichardsonMy knitting designs: ravelry.com/designers/roxanne-richardsonMy Ravelry project page for the sweater I'm wearing (contains links to the yarn and pattern, if there is one): ravel.me/Rox/s2SHOW NOTESTIDBIT #1 EUROPEAN WOOL DAYEWE European Wool Exchange is hosting European Wool Day on April 9, beginning at 1 pm, which is 6 am CDT, 7 am EDT, and noon in the UK.youtube.com/channel/UCZY4q8_R5qeWsO_vlA3_RjAhttps://www.ewe.network/2nd-european-wool-day TIDBIT #2 CZECH KNITTERS HELPING UKRAINIAN KNITTERSCzech knitters helping Ukrainian knittershttps://www.vlna-prize.cz/pomoc-ukrajinskym-pletarkam-v-ceske-republiceTIDBIT #3 EARLY MEDIEVAL EMBROIDERYyoutube.com/watch?v=y27mZPbUEqwTIDBIT #4 EMMELINE PANKHURSTArticle on violence in the suffrage movement libcom.org/article/violence-womens-suffrage-movement TIDBIT #5 KATANJI BROWN JACKSONVideo of Katanji Brown Jackson's senate confirmation hearings where she talks about using fiber arts to destress. The knitting part of the discussion starts at 7:29, if you want to jump ahead. youtu.be/qZpjMTiZtVs MY WEEK OFFRavelry project page for my brother's socks: ravel.me/Rox/f2Ravelry project page for Rosie's knee socks: ravel.me/Rox/msjRavelry project pages contain information about the yarn used, as well as the pattern (if there was one).Video tutorialsCuff down version of round toe (long and short): youtu.be/Fs-QsCcpSDsToe up version of round toe (long and short): youtu.be/lV9U2fHh97YPlaylist of videos on plain and peasant heels: youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1AZxTfSCe2ffOceDdBApIMUjkwS2sD1PTURTLEPURL SOCKSTurtlepurl etsy shop: etsy.com/shop/turtlepurlBlue yarn is Striped Turtle Toes in color DIAMOND DUNGAREESPurple yarn is Softshell Turtle Toes in color CRUSHED!Video tutorialsGerman Short Row Heels Three ways: youtu.be/zywKS3jj0rgToe up wedge toe: youtu.be/snt8h6iqFWETHE BIG SIX-OHThe sewing machine I got for my birthday is a Janome 5300QDC.0:00 Introduction0:30 Tidbit #1 European Wool Day2:23 Tidbit #2 Czech Knitters Helping Ukrainian Knitters7:04 Tidbit #3 Early Medieval Embroidery8:39 Tidbit #4 Emmeline Pankhurst10:08 Tidbit #5 Katanji Brown Jackson11:10 My Week Off17:41 Turtlepurl Socks27:46 Sewing/The Big 6-039:43 Return to 1940s41:38 SpinningIf you have questions about this video, or suggestions for future videos, please let me know down in the comments or on social media.Rox Rocks Ravelry group: http://www.ravelry.com/groups/rox-rocksIG: instagram.com/roxmplsTwitter: twitter.com/RoxMpls
Toe Up Classic Wedge Sock Toe // Technique Tuesday Roxanne Richardson 2022-03-29 | This week's Technique Tuesday video demonstrates the toe-up version of the classic wedge sock toe, which starts with a closed CO (Judy's Magic CO is used in the demonstration, but you can use the figure-8 or Turkish CO method, instead). Support me by buying me a coffee on Ko-fi! ko-fi.com/roxannerichardsonVideo of the cuff down version, which explains how to modify the length for a custom fit: youtu.be/7k1t49WKTXkPlaylist of closed cast on tutorials: youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1AZxTfSCe2fojBT5PtXjMBByDgUpC6plMagic Loop technique for working small circumference items using a long circumference needle: youtu.be/6gtIaM6H7H4My entire playlist of sock videos: youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1AZxTfSCe2cq3ZnnnCTGmbaqmGicKFQPMy August Sock KAL written tutorial on how to knit custom fit cuff down socks:ravelry.com/patterns/library/august-sock-kalMy knitting designs: ravelry.com/designers/roxanne-richardsonNeedles used in video demonstration: Chiaogoo Red Lace Circular NeedlesYarn used in video demonstration: Turtlepurl Softshell Striped Turtle Toes, Color: Crushed!My Ravelry project page for the sweater I'm wearing: ravel.me/Rox/gcIf you have questions about this video, or suggestions for future videos, please let me know down in the comments or on social media.0:00 Introduction3:06 DEMO Calculate the CO #4:05 DEMO CO & Setup5:32 DEMO Increase Round6:47 DEMO Plain Round10:07 DEMO One more time12:10 Keeping Track and Fixing Mistakes15:00 Reverse YO?Rox Rocks Ravelry group: http://www.ravelry.com/groups/rox-rocksIG: instagram.com/roxmplsTwitter: twitter.com/RoxMpls
30 Wool Breeds, 30 Hand Spun Yarns // Casual Friday S5E11 Roxanne Richardson 2022-03-18 | In this week's Casual Friday podcast, I have Tidbits; a finished pair of socks custom fit to a large foot with short toes; and my hand spinning study of 30 wool breeds is finally complete.Support me by buying me a coffee on Ko-fi! ko-fi.com/roxannerichardsonMy knitting designs: ravelry.com/designers/roxanne-richardsonThe sweater I'm wearing is the WWI-era sweater from my long term project to knit a sweater from each decade from the 1890s - 1990s. My Ravelry project page for the sweater I'm wearing is here: ravel.me/Rox/assSHOW NOTESTIDBIT #1 BED RUGSThe Wool Channel: thewoolchannel.comHere's what Colonial Williamsburg does with the wool from its rare sheep breed (article) wydaily.com/news/2022/02/25/heres-what-colonial-williamsburg-does-with-the-wool-from-its-rare-sheep-breed Met Museum collectionmetmuseum.org/art/collection/search/13565American Rugs on Beds, Tables, and Floors (article)tinyurl.com/4r6eserhTIDBIT #2 HANDS – WOOL SPINNING IN 1978 DONEGALVideo: youtu.be/ocf0J5qTenQ TIDBIT #3 TRIANGLE SHIRTWAIST FACTORY part 2Triangle shirtwaist factory part 2 (podcast)podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/fiber-nation/id1455711597 SOCKSI custom fit socks according to the recipient's foot measurements, and I modify the heels and toes based on the measurements, adjusting the standard formulas for that heel/toe based on those measurements. My August Sock KAL tutorial (for cuff down socks) ravelry.com/patterns/library/august-sock-kalhas written information on taking those measurements and making the calculations. Many of my YT videos are associated with that tutorial.You can find the full playlist of all my Sock videos here: youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1AZxTfSCe2cq3ZnnnCTGmbaqmGicKFQPYou can find videos specific to the socks shown in this podcast here:Cuff down wedge toe: tinyurl.com/4r6eserh (I didn't realize I hadn't done one yet on the toe up version)Play list on short row, peasant, and plain heels: youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1AZxTfSCe2ffOceDdBApIMUjkwS2sD1PBREED STUDYI bought my 30 breed fiber sampler from Woolgatherings on etsy:etsy.com/listing/91443061/30-breed-fiber-samplerIf you have questions about this video, or suggestions for future videos, please let me know down in the comments or on social media.0:00 Introduction0:29 Tidbit #1 Bed Rugs6:25 Tidbit #2 "Hands"11:56 Tidbit #3 Shirtwaist Factory Fire14:31 Non-matching socks match17:11 Overview of Custom Fit Socks for a Large Foot25:26 Breed Study; 30 wools, 30 yarns28:34 Long Wools32:34 Natural Colored Wools37:23 Natural Cream WoolsRox Rocks Ravelry group: http://www.ravelry.com/groups/rox-rocksIG: instagram.com/roxmplsTwitter: twitter.com/RoxMpls
Piles of Wool and Worn out Socks // Casual Friday S5E10 Roxanne Richardson 2022-03-11 | In this week's podcast, we have Tidbits; my squeaky wheel gets fixed and I'm back to spinning; and a well-used pair of socks returns for repairs. Support me by buying me a coffee on Ko-fi! ko-fi.com/roxannerichardsonMy knitting designs: ravelry.com/designers/roxanne-richardsonMy Ravelry project page for the sweater I'm wearing (contains links to the yarn and pattern): ravel.me/Rox/sgcSHOW NOTESTIDBIT #1 MHK program panel discussionMinnesota Knitters Guild: knitters.orgThe March 15 program starts at 7 pm Central DAYLIGHT TIME (we switch to DST in the U.S. on March 13)TIDBIT #2 KNITTING IN CODEVideo of the presentation: youtu.be/ubo-MnEH0LAKristen's pillow knitting patterns with coded messages: ravelry.com/patterns/library/secret-message-pillow-coverTIDBIT #3 REPRESENTATIVE SIZINGArticle on representative sizing on Digits and Threads: digitsandthreads.ca/new-representative-sizing-standards-for-garments-that-fitTIDBIT #4 TUDOR-ERA MITTENSThe mitten in the London Museum Collection: collections.museumoflondon.org.uk/online/object/90608.htmlARticle on conservation vs preservation: archaeologymuseum.ca/conservation-vs-preservationBREED STUDY UPDATEThe 30-Breed Fiber Sampler is from Woolgatherings on etsy: etsy.com/listing/91443061/30-breed-fiber-samplerZwartbles Ireland Twitter: twitter.com/ZwartblesIEMy spinning wheel is a Lendrum double treadle0:00 Introduction0:35 Tidbit #1 MHK program panel3:21 Tidbit #2 Knitting in Code4:21 Tidbit #3 Representative Sizing7:41 Tidbit #4 Tudor-era mittens10:11 Breed Study17:25 CLoser Look at the Yarns18:50 A Delayed Shipment finally ararivesLife Cycle of a Sock26:35 Life Cycle of a SockIf you have questions about this video, or suggestions for future videos, please let me know down in the comments or on social media.Rox Rocks Ravelry group: http://www.ravelry.com/groups/rox-rocksIG: instagram.com/roxmplsTwitter: twitter.com/RoxMpls
How to Use Gauge with Ribbed Fabrics // Technique Tuesday Roxanne Richardson 2022-03-09 | Ribbed stitch patterns have special qualities that other stitch patterns don't have, namely their ability to stretch as much as plain stockinette, while also contracting to a narrower resting state. This video explains how to determine the number of ribbed stitches needed for a project based on the purpose of the ribbing and whether it is used in combination with other stitch patterns.Support me by buying me a coffee on Ko-fi! ko-fi.com/roxannerichardsonPlaylist on Gauge: youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1AZxTfSCe2cRn2AbLXVx5BrT7pXeLZT-Video on Knitting a Hat Without a Pattern: youtu.be/80kAQmnQU0AVideo on Knitting Fingerless Mitts Without a Pattern: youtu.be/ShGV7W_1WLEAugust Sock KAL (written tutorial on knitting custom-fit socks): ravelry.com/patterns/library/august-sock-kalMy knitting designs: ravelry.com/designers/roxanne-richardsonYarn used in video demonstration: Brown Sheep Company Nature Spun worsted weight wool.My Ravelry project page for the sweater I'm wearing (there is no pattern for this sweater): ravel.me/Rox/rsIf you have questions about this video, or suggestions for future videos, please let me know down in the comments or on social media.0:00 Introduction2:07 Special qualities of ribbing5:06 When to use relaxed ribbing gauge5:49 When to use stockinette gaugeRox Rocks Ravelry group: http://www.ravelry.com/groups/rox-rocksIG: instagram.com/roxmplsTwitter: twitter.com/RoxMpls
