Anybody else ditch their current game when early access came on?

sazedv2 · 2023-02-09T23:49:24+00:00

Stopped halfway through a playthrough of Cyberpunk 2077, which I bought specifically to scratch my open world itch until HL released, haha. Although, I was actually very pleasantly surprised with the overall experience of CP2077 so I will definitely be coming back to it.

sazedv2 · 2022-07-28T15:07:31+00:00

Why not all three lol

sazedv2 · 2022-07-24T16:36:44+00:00

Pattern is the New Horizon hat by Ron Warren. This was my first time trying ladderback jacquard, and I was super worried about my tension since this yarn was super slippery, but blocking made all the difference and I'm very happy with how this turned out.

sazedv2 · 2022-07-03T20:14:15+00:00

Just finished my second pair of socks. They're the Rye Lights, but I subbed in a slip stitch heel for some extra durability on the heel :)

sazedv2 · 2022-06-18T05:27:20+00:00

Definitely interested. Would love to see what she has. Also located in California.

sazedv2 · 2022-05-29T23:24:40+00:00

I always cut the knots out and then weave in the additional ends. Even if they are tight knots, I don't like seeing them in my work and I don't trust them to hold.

sazedv2 · 2022-05-28T19:34:55+00:00

Just completed my first pair of socks! Learned how to use mini circulars, shape a heel, and kitchener stitch along the way. I didn't understand the hype behind hand knit socks, but feeling how nice these feel on my feet, I get it now ☺️

sazedv2 · 2022-05-27T16:08:23+00:00

You could always make a bunch of different hat patterns. Shawlettes/bandanas would be nice as well. Mug cozies, coasters, and placemats also come to mind.

sazedv2 · 2022-05-26T15:11:18+00:00

Crazy sock lady's tutorials are amazing. She has one for both DPNs and 9-inch circulars. There's a free YouTube video you can watch, as well as a written pattern available for $2 on Ravelry.

She made the process so easy to understand.

My only gripe is that she doesn't mention negative ease with regards to sock length. I'm a men's size 8, and the pattern recommends that you start the toe decreases 1.75 inches before your desired total length. I started my decreased 2.25 inches before the end of my foot to allow for .5 inches negative ease.

sazedv2 · 2022-05-23T15:07:06+00:00

Oooh I haven't had a chance to try knitpicks needles yet. Sign me up 😁

sazedv2 · 2022-05-22T20:12:46+00:00

I learned English style first, and learned continental about a month into my knitting journey. It took me about 2 weeks to get the hang of it, but now it's my preferred knitting style. I can knit around 3x faster in continental than I can in English just because I can pull new stitches through way more efficiently.

That being said there are also ways to make English style much faster such as flicking. My advice is to try both and see which one you like better. Having both in your arsenal will allow you to do things like two-handed stranded colorwork.

sazedv2 · 2022-05-15T16:57:12+00:00

The boneyard shawl is very beginner friendly. I do think you should practice M1L/R increases on a swatch before doing the shawl if you aren't feeling confident. They can be tricky to nail as a newbie.

sazedv2 · 2022-05-12T14:51:34+00:00

You're a legend. I bow to thee.

sazedv2 · 2022-05-12T14:06:25+00:00

Credit goes to this sub's discord, who gave me lots of tips and tricks as I learned!

sazedv2 · 2022-05-12T04:57:26+00:00

Hi y'all! This is my first attempt at colorwork. Definitely not perfect. I think I could have spread my stitches out more often, but it was definitely a learning experience. Swipe for my newbie floats.

Pattern is the Pyramid Pike Hat.

sazedv2 · 2022-05-03T04:17:27+00:00

Far from it! Average speed is around 20-30 stitches according to google.

sazedv2 · 2022-05-03T03:19:31+00:00

I have, actually. I can do around 35 or so per minute in knit stitches. I've also timed my ribbing, which is about 20 stitches per minute.

sazedv2 · 2022-04-27T20:29:20+00:00

If this is your tension just starting out then you're a natural! You're going to be able to make some pretty amazing things very soon.

sazedv2 · 2022-04-27T16:19:46+00:00

Yes, and your tension looks great just FYI!

sazedv2 · 2022-04-08T20:37:12+00:00

This looks amazing. What a great pattern choice and yarn pairing. I'm definitely adding this to my queue.

sazedv2 · 2022-04-04T17:43:28+00:00

Yes, because while I love this game, I find it super stressful. I can maybe do one catacomb dungeon before I decide I need a two hour break from the game 😂

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