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Hello all, I have compiled a ravelry board of some lovely masculine knitting patterns if you are transmasc like me or so inclined, I figured you might like some of these

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on a whim I cast off my first sock using a k2tog bind off instead of binding off in pattern, because a video online told me it would be super stretchy.

It was not :(

alas and alack

so I will be undoing the bind off and binding off in rib like I should have all along

on the bright side, I cast off that damn sock!!

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i was so worried about Second Sock Syndrome but it turns out i should have been worried about The Sock Madness

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A yarn snob is someone who is very particular about their yarn selections, usually leaning towards high quality wools and handspuns. You're unlikely to find a Redheart Supersaver skein in their stash doing anything but collecting dust

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Anyway time to talk about knitting

So basically my WIPs are:

The cloud blouse by petite knit - working this one up with lion brand truboo (in the color white) rn, which is a sport weight(?) 100% bamboo rayon yarn. Don’t ask me why I chose this when the pattern calls for two strands of mohair okay I didn’t have the budget for that. But I think the bamboo will be very lovely so wear in like spring time or as a layering piece. I’m incredibly close to finishing this - I’m basically half-way done with the second sleeve so after I finish that I will just have to do the neckline and it will be done! Tbh though I was getting bored or just endless stockinette sooooooo I started another WIP on Monday (11/4) of this week which is -

The storm sweater by petite knit :))) - okay so I bought 7 skeins of drops karisma in the color sage, which you may be thinking that is certainly not enough for an entire sweater. Which I also realized after actually looking at the pattern lol. So I’ve got more coming the mail, but in the meantime I just was so excited and eager to start on this sweater that I just couldn’t resist. I’m honestly glad I started it cause it’s been a blast to work on, and honestly I’ve really need the distraction. So now after work on nearly non-stop (work is sooooooo slow) after 4 days I finished the back yoke and the left shoulder and I’m now onto the right shoulder and I would very much like to connect the neckline today, but we shall see. My hands are in a bit of pain to be frank. But my dream is to finish the sweater in time to wear it to thanksgiving dinner :)

And those are my WIPs for now. Eventually I would really love to knit the Braidy Loop cardigan (idr the creator of that tbh) but I would really love to invest in some nice yarn for that, definitely mohair and either merino or alpaca. I think my dream would be to work it up in like a bright cobalt blue or smth. But alas, yarn is soooooooo expensive so I’m gonna sit on that for a bit.

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Pattern To Knit A Snappy Happy Rooster Beanie Hat - The Emotional Support Chicken For Your Head! 👉 https://buff.ly/3CcBsj2 🐔

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When I made my hood, I did not swatch, I just trusted what I knew about yarn. I made it so that it fit my head, because blocking would make it relax. I made sure it didn't need to relax too much, because I knew the yarn had been dyed (and so already washed since spinning).

I am pleased that my trust in the yarn was not misplaced, and while I liked it before blocking, I think it's perfect* now.

Unblocked on the left, blocked on the right - you can see how it relaxed and is floppier, and drapes around my head differently. The cables have also relaxed around my neck - it's not as stiff and close feeling, but it still sits close enough to be warm.

Here you can see that the point is more elf-like and the line of the hood flows from the point, rather than wrapping around my head and the point being a little....out of place. The cables relaxing also means it sits lower on the back of my neck.

When its open, it lies flat, so it will fit easily under a coat without bunching up at the neck.

It's not quite perfect because I only put one button hole (I blame knitting in the car - I forgot to do a second and then didn't want to rip back). I think I'll sew on some snaps to help it stay closed.

I will be writing up the pattern because I really do love how this turned out.

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(flirting) i crocheted something for you using the red string of fate that ties us together

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I’m currently in the process of dyeing some of the winter solstice stuff and it’s got me thinking about next year and what I want to do. I don’t think I want to do the seasons again bc there’s only so much you can do with one season.

So it’s time for a poll!!

Here’s some ideas I’ve come up with for themes

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this is how you woo women right???

i made this little guy using the "ted the thick toad" free pattern by Canadianroo / Crochet_CroChey, k+c cotton yarn, a 3.75mm crochet hook, 9(8?)mm safety eyes, and a little keychain jump ring i found in a drawer!!

🧡🐸🍑

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knitting my first sweater/jumper bc of The Horrors and scrolling thru knitblr for joy

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It's always exciting when you level up a skill. As much as I love to knit, I may have missed some basics along the way. I've always seen the instruction to "carry your yarn up the side of your work" and been annoyed with it because it leaves a loose loop on that side.

So in the spirit of There Has To Be A Better Way, I figured I'd try to catch the carried yarn between the first and second stitches right after the change. And behold! The back end of my work, color changes in every other garter ridge and the little diagonal I've slid a needle under is the only trace.

In addition, it seems to hold the yarn a bit so that it's easier keeping even tension when switching colors.

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beautiful pretty singles ready to be chain plied

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Full Bloom

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Link below~

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Pre-soaking fiber before dyeing 🐑 Wetting the wool through helps dye spread evenly and deeply into the fiber, and the specific acidic blend chemically prepares the wool to bind that dye in place!

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Knitting seems pretty punk to me idk about y'all