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Don’t be afraid to put tops of cotton or cotton blends in dryer. Just ck them every little bit. I would put some sewing stitches in the middle of icord straps and cut them and tie a cute knot.

You should try wetting and putting the second top you showed in the dryer. You can also close that hole on the wrong side.

The dress is beautiful! Definitely has put knitted dresses on my radar. I have really struggled to get gauge with the pure silk for the Cumulus tee! It’s driving me crazy, at this point I need an extra ball of yarn for the swatches lol

Really loved watching this, thank you. Such an interesting take to realise that even the knits that weren't a 'success' still offered valuable learning opportunities. My favourite summer yarns are tynn line and KFO silk, although the way this summer is going - could happily get away with knitting in merino too!

I had the same issue with the Thea top. I knit it last year and it was huge on me. I ripped it out and re knit it in a smaller size. I also made the scooped neck shallower both times which did help. I did gauge swatch so don’t know what happened I love your cumulus top. That color looks great on you, too.

I love the cardigan. It looks g great on you. I like your pattern’s and color ‘s choices

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I finished the Moss Dress by Sandnes Garn in time for my 50th birthday (although knee length not maxi), and I can recommend that for your next dress, if you’re looking. I modified it from worsted weight to sport weight, and it took about a month to knit. I do have the Melides pattern, and I think I would definitely knit it in the round.

For anyone who is worried about traveling with their knitting, here’s my genius hack: I went to Spain and France this spring and took my knitting with me. I had my project on circulars and didn’t put them on a holder, but I brought along an extra pair of interchangeable just in case. I put the cord in my tech bag with all my chargers, and put the needles in my makeup back with my eyeliner, mascara, eyebrow pencil, etc. I didn’t have any issues at tsa or customs in any of the airports I was traveling through, but i was ready with a backup plan just in case!

Wow, the Fluffy top would be lovely on a buttoned shirt in spring and automn, as a vest (or slipover). Thank you to have shared your makes. Now on to watch your sweaters.

I’ve watched a lot of summer knit videos and full cotton and linen don’t really seem like the way to go 🤔 I’m currently finishing Dare To Mohair top in mohair held single. Calgary summer is not hot this year so I’m thinking I’ll get good wear out of it 🙌🏻

speaking of stripes can we talk about how dreamy but classic the Olga Sweater is? I know some ppl are sick PK but the yarn and the pattern have me sold, going to do a purple and off white tweed stripe for mine.

Your Cumulus tee looks great on you. And I like your camisole No. 9.

My favorites were your two favorites. You inspired me to purchase the Sonya Shirt pattern. 💕

Thanks for another lovely podcast. So nice to have that cozy knitting time back. I bought some KFO pure silk in a light pink colour and that has been a struggle for me... 😅 First I started to knit on the Strawberry fields top by Macimille its a beautiful top in a stitch pattern that looks like a braid but isn't. I cast it on with an Italian cast on then worked the twisted rib after that the top is formed with short rows and pattern at the same time. I knitted for about 10 cm when I saw that I worked the stich pattern wrong. So I frogged the hole thing. After that I cast on the cumulus tee and knitted until you join in the round but i didn't liked it so I frogged it... I don't know if it is the colour or the fabric. The swatch is knitted on 2,5 mm and both the top and cumulus tee on 3 mm. I like the fabric more with the 2,5 mm. We'll se how it turns out this time. 😂

Thank you for the video, it is very informative. I fully agree with all your points: bra friendly, pack light, does not wrinkle :) Btw have you tried Drops belle or Tynn Lyne yarns? They seem to be quite popular for the summer Tshirt. From what you describe, I think I'd choose a cotton merino or merino for my first summer knit.

You looked fabulous in your dress and really admire your commitment to finishing it. Just a thought about knitting it flat vs in the round - I imagine that if pure silk is anything like linen there might be an increased risk of the dress biasing and so not hanging as nicely if knitted in the round.

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Oh man, what a journey! I've thought about knitting this dress and one day probably will. Thanks for your information and your trails and errors , although I feel for you in those moments of frustration!

Would it be possible to steek the miledes dress?

Both melides garments r gorgeous. I am Planning on knitting the dress in our winter (November) Two questions- Would u knit the top first to familiarize one with the pattern? Second question, My body measurements r quite proportionate and would love to knit the dress in the round. Would it be possible for u to post that process on your ravelry page please?

Totally agree with you on the WAK cotton, I've used it in quite a few projects when starting out and it splits so easily. The last project I made with it was a sweater that was supposedly great for spring / autumn but because it's so heavy I've barely worn it 😢. All in all fun video, it was nice to see your journey as a knitter

Love your dress, I have watched in awe since you started on it. I like the buttons at the back .

The cardigan is so beautiful and I still can’t decide if I want a braidy loop sweater or a cardigan 😌

I’m currently testing the 2.0 version of the Melides dress 😊 Thanks for sharing your learnings, especially regarding the finishing. I’d love for mine to be finished for my holidays at the end of July so I’ll be sure to leave enough time. I dipped my toe into Melides with the top last year… mine also came out a tad too short but I still love and wear it. Thanks for this great podcast!❤

You could put two cables together. Chaigoo connectors are fabulous there are no snags at all.

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I think either way of wearing your dress looks stunning! The brady loop cardigan is so much fun but I agree, if you are used to petiteknit and MFTK patterns the writing style needs some getting used to. Totally doable but had to read with a lot more concentration. Almost at splitting for sleeves 😍

Obsessed with all the Melides!!! I’m planning to make the top later this year and you’ve definitely inspired and motivated me!

Your dress is lovely! I enjoyed watching your process along the way. I've also had the realization that I NEED more cardigans in my life lol

Somehow missed this video. Usually I watch your videos the same day! 😄 I agree with pretty much everything you said. I had breast reduction surgery many years ago and although I don't have a larger chest anymore I still take into consideration everything you mentioned (rib stretching ect...) I love the broken rib of the cami no4 but wanted more coverage as I just feel too naked in these tiny camisoles (definitely partially an age thing) and found the Ellie Summer top by Rust Knitwear. I can highly recommend it! Works great with any racerback bra and looks so beautiful. I made mine out of dark cognac FKO silk. Maybe you could dye the Tolsta very dark and wear with a black bra? It looks good in the pictures you put in but might look even better in a dark colour. I just traded garments with a knitting friend and received her Cumulus Tee (in Tynn Line) and I am so in love. Don't want to take it off lol. I will definitely have to knit one (or three) myself now. But what colour first? 🤣 Another tank pattern I can recommend is the slanty stripes by Emily Curtis. I am too boring for those stripes so completely omitted them and knit the body in the round. Turned out great and is definitely bra friendly.

I have just finished a peacock tee in the kfo pure silk in putty but it's held double so quick to knit .love your dress it's amazing ❤

Would the dress be reversible for people with bigger chests?

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Sound quality sounds fine but I did have to turn you up compared to other CZcamsrs so you may want to check you microphone setting and see if you can increase your db or fix it in post. -3 db is usually standard for speech.

Now I have checked how the Melides dress looks on curvier ladies and I must say I am tempted to knit it. Thank's for pointing out how little yarn one needs. I think 6 skeins would suffice for me.

Super helpful!! I want to try the Sonya. Do you have any other suggestions for yarn? I have some Petit Mandarin but I'm thinking I need a drapier type?

Boy you must have really have wanted that dress or you have a lot more patience than I do. I would have unraveled it half way through your 16:00 issues. You should be so proud of yourself. You certainly have earned your knitting time without deadlines. Diane from Boston

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The sound is better! Thanks for grabbing a microphone. Love your Melides projects!!

Would your row gauge be different because you knit the top in the round as opposed to flat in the dress? I know my row gauge is often slightly down. Both garments absolutely beautiful!

Beautiful. I would try styling it with a few of the bottom buttons undone, especially since you worked so hard to create true ones. Little slit front or back may also hide the tugging from the chain

Hi, A time ago I bought cardi jumper after your review and today i decided on M dress just I will wait for updates after 2 test. Love your podcasts ❤❤❤ and beautiful knits …sound is much better 👍🏻

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The Fluffy Crop Top would be a good layering piece for winter. Under a light shirt to keep you warm

Loved this video Sheri. As life evolves i realize i have to be a plant and grow towards the sunlight... in the direction that is easier and gives me energy. I hope the door closing/ window opening does that for you! Please continue with the honest assessments.

Damn. I love that Tolsta tee and I live fairly close to Amsterdam. I was going to offer to buy it from you, but I just checked the sizing chart and I think it would be a bit small on me. Jammer!! Also did you do a colour analysis in person?

That was so fun to see all your summer projects and your input on what works and what doesn’t. It helps me to be more mindful when choosing patterns and fibers.