Rantings of a Rabid Knitter

This weeks episode is a little different.   I talk about trust and how easy it is to lose. What have your experiences been on this issue? website: autumnbreezedesigns.com email: carry.autumnbreeze@gmail.com ravelry: autumnbreeze ravelry forum: KnitWit:Rantings of a Rabid Knitter Forum Thanks. Carry

This week I talk about stripes. Stripes are the easiest way to add color to your knitting. If you knit stripes in the round, there is a problem of a jog.  Techknitter has a great article on how to deal with this issue. People have given a lot of thought to how to make stripes look better.  One theory involves a special number: the golden ration k.  A closely related series of numbers is the Fibonacci series. Fibonacci series starts F(0) = 1, F(1) = 1, F(n) = F(n-1) +F(n-2) or in other words 1,1,2,3,5,8,13, 21, 34, … One interesting fact is that F(n)/F(n-1) ~ k. (especially for larger n’s) The theory is that by using the Fibonacci numbers as a basis for your striping pattern, your garment will be seen as more attractive. Give it a try and see what you think. Also, please let me know what you think.  I would love to get some feedback on this episode as well as the past few. email: carry.autumnbreeze@gmail.com ravelry: autumnbreeze ravelry forum: KnitWit:Rantings of a Rabid Knitter Forum Thanks. Carry approx. 12 minutes

Updates. My knee is nicely healing.  Thank you for your concern and get well notes. I got to meet Franklin on Saturday.  He was a delight. This week I talk about my statistian hero.   Wayne says he doesn’t count as a hero but I think he does. What do you think? website: autumnbreezedesigns.com email: carry.autumnbreeze@gmail.com ravelry: autumnbreeze ravelry forum: KnitWit:Rantings of a Rabid Knitter Forum Thanks. Carry approx. 10 minutes

I took a bit of a tumble this week.  Short story, I tripped over a root and face planted on to the pavement off the curb.  I landed in our take out dinner of noodles. But when do I ever stick to the short version? Here is my lovely knee.  It is the only visible damage. So, what do you think? website: autumnbreezedesigns.com email: carry.autumnbreeze@gmail.com ravelry: autumnbreeze ravelry forum: KnitWit:Rantings of a Rabid Knitter Forum Thanks. Carry approx. 12 minutes

This week I talk about different methods of doing color work. stripes mosaic (slip stitch) Intarsia Fair Island Swiss darning. Also,  I talk about how to choose your colors. I will be following up with more details on each method in future shows that is if you are interested.  Please, let me know what you think. website: autumnbreezedesigns.com email: carry.autumnbreeze@gmail.com ravelry: autumnbreeze ravelry forum: KnitWit:Rantings of a Rabid Knitter Forum Thanks. Carry approx. 17 minutes

Calendar of Hope is a calendar of knitting patterns to raise money for breast cancer research. Please consider supporting this good cause. For the first time, I have made a few New Years Resolutions. 1. Procrastinate less 2. Move more. 3. Take care of myself. What are your resolutions? website: autumnbreezedesigns.com email: carry.autumnbreeze@gmail.com ravelry: autumnbreeze ravelry forum: KnitWit:Rantings of a Rabid Knitter Forum Thanks. Carry approx. 14 minutes

I have been in a rather bad mood this holiday season. I share some of the reasons with you.  Not really much of a story more of list of problems that have been worrying me. What do you think? website: autumnbreezedesigns.com email: carry.autumnbreeze@gmail.com ravelry: autumnbreeze ravelry forum: KnitWit:Rantings of a Rabid Knitter Forum Thanks. Carry approx. 12 minutes

‘Tis the season, when various potlucks are upon us.  Potlucks can be wonderful if they are let to be.  I talk about some recent experiences with potlucks. What do you think?  Do you have a favorite reliable standard dish when it comes to potlucks? Let me know. website: autumnbreezedesigns.com email: carry.autumnbreeze@gmail.com ravelry: autumnbreeze ravelry forum: KnitWit:Rantings of a Rabid Knitter Forum Thanks. Carry approx. 11 minutes

For those who have been asking for a rant, here you go. I share my pet peeves concerning other drivers. As well as other drivers, I get rather annoyed with NC DOT and their misleading signs. Like this one. What is your top complaint about other drivers? website: autumnbreezedesigns.com email: carry.autumnbreeze@gmail.com ravelry: autumnbreeze ravelry forum: KnitWit:Rantings of a Rabid Knitter Forum Thanks. Carry approx. 10 minutes

Lace knitting was first done in Span. Lace knitting is simply strategically placing holes in your knitting. I tell a story about one of my first lace knitting projects. Was any of this information helpful? website: autumnbreezedesigns.com email: carry.autumnbreeze@gmail.com ravelry: autumnbreeze ravelry forum: KnitWit:Rantings of a Rabid Knitter Forum Thanks. Carry approx. 15 minutes

Since Thanksgiving is right around the corner, I wanted to take a few minute to give thanks for a few things. I have a good job, I have a wonderful man and babies, and I have a good friend to share my stories with. Have a happy and safe week. If you have any comments please let me know. website: autumnbreezedesigns.com email: carry.autumnbreeze@gmail.com ravelry: autumnbreeze ravelry forum: KnitWit:Rantings of a Rabid Knitter Forum Thanks. Carry approx. 9 minutes

I share a friend’s story of what her father sacrificed for her.  This is a true story that I only changed the names and some details to protect the people involved. Please, let me know what you think. website: autumnbreezedesigns.com email: carry.autumnbreeze@gmail.com ravelry: autumnbreeze ravelry forum: KnitWit:Rantings of a Rabid Knitter Forum Thanks. Carry approx. 8 minutes

Short show this week.  I give some updates on previous stories. I am on my way to being well.  My sis is home and every thing is good with her. I love hearing from you.  Thanks for all the comments last week.  I appreciate your concern. website: autumnbreezedesigns.com email: carry.autumnbreeze@gmail.com ravelry: autumnbreeze ravelry forum: KnitWit:Rantings of a Rabid Knitter Forum Thanks. Carry approx. 6 minutes

I feel like Life is trying to teach me something… but I don’t know what it is.  Things have not been going according to my plans.  No matter how I try to shift and adjust things keep happening that throw me off kilter. Please, pardon the voice which seems to be on the brink of breaking.  Hopefully, things will starting going better.  Fingerscrossed. Any advice is appreciated. website: autumnbreezedesigns.com email: carry.autumnbreeze@gmail.com ravelry: autumnbreeze ravelry forum: KnitWit:Rantings of a Rabid Knitter Forum Thanks. Carry approx. 12 minutes

This week I have 3 basic parts 1. Reminder: it is October and the North Carolina State Fair is coming up soon. 2. A slight rant about a lost evening. 3. This weeks story about a possible origin of knitting.  My story is based on James Norbury’s wonderful book Traditional Knitting Patterns. I appreciate any comments, questions or recommendations.  Let me know what you think website: autumnbreezedesigns.com email: carry.autumnbreeze@gmail.com ravelry: autumnbreeze ravelry forum: KnitWit:Rantings of a Rabid Knitter Forum Thanks. Carry approx. 13 minutes