Knit to This
Knit to This: Sixty Minutes of Joy
Grab your knitting and your favorite bevvie. It’s time to talk Shakerag Skirts with the woman who dreamed ’em up: Nell Ziroli.
Nell and Kay answered a passel of questions about her popular pattern, including pooch-ing pockets and picking a size. To say nothing about skorts, bike shorts, and whether there is an age limit for wearing a knitted skirt. You can watch the recording here.
The Shakerag Skirt-a-long sparked something in the MDK community, so much so that we sold out of several colors of Rowan Creative Linen. Because we want everyone to get a shot at Oasis, True Black, Stormy, or Straw, more skeins of this wonder yarn are on their way to MDK Headquarters.
Worry not! We’ve also extended our MDK Gems deal for May to Monday, May 27, so that everyone can get in on the deal. Rowan Creative Linen is 10% off until then. No coupon code needed.
Plus! Nell Ziroli is giving us a 25% discount on her Shakerag Skirt pattern. Use the coupon code shakeMDK right here, and you’ll be all set for a quick knitalong that will give you a cute skirt in a yarn made for summer.
As for why we think everyone should give a knitted summer skirt a test drive, settle in and let Nell and Kay explain it all for you.
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In case your questions were not answered or you want to know more,
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Happy knitting!
That was a fun video. I liked seeing the hem decoration choices IRL and learn about the Shakerag tux! I’m very happy with both my skirt and tops.
Can one have too many Shakerag skirts? I think not. I have two and a variation with a different border. Now I think I need a lighter colored neutral one. Easy to make, easy care, cool and comfortable yet nice to wear anywhere. The Rowan Creative Linen is a perfect summer yarn but easy to wear year round where the winter is milder.
I lovelovelove my apple green Creative Linen Shakerag Shirt. It took me a while to knit it, but it is super fun to wear and I get compliments every time. Skirts are fun! And this one’s a good ‘un.
I bought the pattern when it first came out, but have yet to attempt it. Much watch Nell to see if she can convince me!
I will be making my first Shakerag skirt at Shakerag in June. My yarn is ready and I am so excited to take a class with Nell.
Not a skirt person but I love the idea. I hope everyone has fun making it and enjoys wearing it. It’s great that there is a discount on the yarn. Go everyone. I’ll look for pictures in the lounge and enjoy your work.
I immediately bought the pattern after watching this very entertaining talk. Now I just have to decide on the yarn colour. I have made both knitted skirts and knitted dresses but not for a few years so I’m really looking forward to tackling this pattern. I love the Shakerag top I made
At the age of 71, I always wonder if I am dressing like I’m younger than I should be but my self defense is always that I’m not THAT OLD. And this is a cute skirt and my legs still look great, so I will tell you how it looks when I finish
I am ready to knit my skirt but sizing is difficult! Nell I need your expertise to help me! I have knit many things even though I am not confident! That’s because I rarely get the perfect fit!
The zoom was absolutely pure joy!
Howdy y’all, I really, really, really want to make this skirt! But, I am having major confidence issues. Advice and pep talks welcome!
I feel like I am a walking pep talk for this skirt! Comfortable and cute, we really have to get those negative talk demons out of our heads and LIVE.
Loved this recording! Love Nell’s skirt but no longer wear skirts, unfortunately. I did buy Nell’s Moonflower Vest pattern a while back. It has pockets and a v-neck and looks so versatile! Still looking for the right yarn for the look I am after. It was nice to see Yvonne Gut from Ravelry who just does the best job knitting linen garments. Years ago as a real newbie I made Kat Coyle’s Linen Top. It ended up too short, but I remember not having any hand trouble knitting with Euroflax, and the resulting shimmering fabric (after its bath)) is so worth it. I am up to my ears in future projects and burgeoning stash, but looking forward to trying Creative Linen one day.
You’ve convinced me! When I first saw the Shakerag skirt this spring I was I intrigued. I have looked longingly at it many times since; yesterday I watched the video and that tipped me from undecided to “why not?!” So pattern purchased, now the “which color” debate is underway!
You’ve convinced me! When I first saw the Shakerag skirt this spring I was I intrigued. I have looked longingly at it many times since; yesterday I watched the video and that tipped me from undecided to “why not?!” So pattern purchased, now the “which color” debate is underway!