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Mel Makes Stuff Ep 29: FIVE Finished Objects, Two WIPs, and Fall Planning Sneak Peeks

Mel Makes Stuff

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A video about my five recently finished knitting projects, two WIPs, and a new book about wool.

PATREON (2 new videos per month): Patreon: melmakesstuff_

Finished Objects:
Bell Sweater by Ann McCauley
Harrisville Designs Shetland in Loden Blue
Elizabeth Doherty Top Down Set-In Sleeve Book (e-book on Ravelry): https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/sour...

Honeysuckle by Marie Wallin
Assorted stash yarns
5-Part Project Diary series here: Marie Wallin Sweaters

Olympia Cardigan by Cheryl Toy
De Rerum Natura Gilliatt in Erable

Hane by Kirsten Johnstone
Shibui Linen in Tar

Terpsichore by Sari Nordlund
Blue Sky Alpaca Silk in Sapphire
Rico Essentials mohair silk in 54 Efeu

Works in Progress:
Julie's Wrap by Joji Locatelli
Cozy Color Works Superwash Merino Fingering in Painted Desert

Lulu Slipover by PetiteKnit
Emilie & Philomene Adelina in Essaouira
Ball & Skein Noor in Slip Rock

NEW BOOK RELEASE:
Reinventing Wool by Melissa M. Littleman
https://www.press.jhu.edu/books/title...
Knitting the Stash YouTube Channel: @knittingthestash

20 Comments

@deniseengel1451 2 weeks ago

Thanks Mel. I always learn something about knitting when you discuss your knits and the process of making them. Beautiful projects.

@theknittystew 1 month ago

Mel thank you for your incredible knowledge. I heard angels singing and a single tear rolled down my cheek when you showed the perfect fit you can achieve with the Elizabeth Doherty set in sleeve method. Mind blown.

@corinachelmus 1 month ago

I think your videos are inspiring and I love all the details you give! Thank you so much for your effort in creating them!

@rochellehancock8120 1 month ago

That sweater by Marie Wallin is just amaziing! Excellent job!

@nicolekougiou 1 month ago

Thank you for this very interesting épisode!

@Lisamakes 1 month ago

Sari Nordlund is known to be a loose knitter, so I’m not surprised the row gauge wasn’t easy to achieve.

@MGDH200 1 month ago (edited)

Your Marie Wallin videos are a fantastic resource. I did months of research on my MW cardigan and your video came at the correct time when I was attempting the sleeve cap/armscye shaping and shoulder seaming. I finished mine just as your final MW video popped up. It gave me great confidence that I was on track and allowed me to make decisions on finishing. Great work and a big thank you from Perth. 🇦🇺

@Practically_Inspired 1 month ago

Very much looking forward to the project diary on the Olympia cardigan

@janetshepherd9062 1 month ago

Loved the projects but the red sweater for hubs is fantastic! 😂🎉
Also the blue with the one sleeve and one ruffle.

@ingeborggroth1415 1 month ago

Thank you, Mel, for this very inspiring, interesting episode. I made the Lulu once, and I almost passed out over the ribbing. It was endless. But the finished object is wonderful and I am glad I pulled through.

@sylvieboisvert 1 month ago

When I have frequent turning, I use the backward knitting method , lots of tutorials on line. It is worth it. Have a great day.

@dianekawagoe2330 4 weeks ago

I made Belle, too! I made mine cropped (high hip), straight (not a-line) and long sleeves. I just love it. The blue is spectacular. 😊

@jeannievega1639 1 month ago

Mel, thank you for an enjoyable knitting afternoon. As always love all your makes so inspiring.❤❤❤

@Humanitywaking 1 month ago

Love odd buttons odd chairs odd plates .❤❤❤

@carolbergson1570 1 month ago

So glad to find you again, last time you were on the east coast. It's been a while!

@AuntyLinda123 1 month ago

Loving your podcasts, Mel. Your knits are on point❤❤❤

@diannebuntain7759 1 month ago

Mel….you did a beautiful job on all of your finished pieces, and a lovely choice of colours on your Marie Wallin cardigan. I watched all five of your videos and not boring at all! Well done❤

@Lisamakes 1 month ago

Oooo, the yarns for the Lulu are stunning!

@janatherton9194 1 month ago

The Loden blue jumper and the deep rust cardigan for your husband are both gorgeous! I think if you wear a deep blue/green, similar to the loden green, or mossy greens, plum, or brown with the rust it will look lovely on you. The shape of the Loden sweater will look wonderful with jeans, cords, or something like a maxi length skirt that is slim at the hips and maybe a bit of volume at the hem, maybe you just need to spend time trying it with different items in your wardrobe to see what shapes will fit.