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Hello dear students, and Happy New Year's Eve!
Here we are with the next chapter of our Homefront knit along. How are your jumpers going?! Recently, I've seen some *amazing* and creative designs that you all are embarking on. I couldn't be more proud! This is exactly what I was...
2021-12-31 16:57:43 +0000 UTC View PostHi students!
Attention all patrons in NZ, AU, and JP! A kind patron pointed out that you all recently had daylight savings, and therefore my time zones were slightly off in the last post. I am sorry that I didn't catch that! The previous post has been updated with the correct time zones. Thank you!
Here are the links for the two assemblies today, along with the time in EDT. For more information, see the previous post about monthly assemblies, which tells you...
2021-12-30 13:27:26 +0000 UTC View Post
Hello, dear students!
A quick note before jumping into knit night info: The next KAL post is on its way! Thank you for your patience over the last week with it. Keep an eye out on Thursday or Friday!
Our knit night via Zoo...
2021-12-28 19:01:01 +0000 UTC View PostHello lovely students,
My my, I cannot believe December is nearly over! This month always feels like such a whirlwind, but I try to soak up every joyous moment and take time to reflect on what I'm thankful for. I keep coming back to thinking of you all, my dear patrons. Many of you have been here since I launched in October, and others have found their way here through the November & December pattern releases. However you came to find yourself at Squid School, I want to send y...
2021-12-23 14:52:46 +0000 UTC View Post
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Whoo-hoo, the Homefront KAL has officially begun!!
In this first installment of our KAL, I walk you through the documents in the Homefront pattern post, as well as other necessary 2021-12-11 14:09:04 +0000 UTC View Post
Hello, dear students!
I am so excited to introduce our first Squid School knit-along for the Homefront jumper! For some, this may be the first garment pattern you’re trying out. Others may have made sweaters, but perhaps not set in a sleeve before. Maybe you’ve made tons of sweat...
2021-12-06 16:47:54 +0000 UTC View Post
UPDATE Dec. 2 - I revised the PDFs to include the construction method in the title so you can keep better track of which version you're working from! There was also a small errata I fixed in the left side button placket:
Last direction should read: repeat rows 3 & 4 once more, not repeat rows 3 & 4 two times. Sorry I didn't catch that!
Happy December, students!
I am SO excited to bring yo...
2021-12-01 15:33:41 +0000 UTC View PostHi students!
Here are the links for the two assemblies today, along with the time in EDT. For more information, see the previous post about monthly assemblies, which tells you what to expect, as well as popular time zones.
Assembly One: Sunday, November 28th from 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Time: Nov 28, 2021 01:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
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Update: Assembly one & two chats are uploaded!
Hello, dear students!
For all my US friends, I hope you're enjoying a wonderful holiday weekend!
I am so thankful for each of you choosing to support me and join in on the fun at Squid School. As we are approaching the end of the month, it is time for another get-together!
Our knit...
2021-11-26 15:16:00 +0000 UTC View PostHello dear students!
I hope you've all been having a wonderful November. Anyone else working on their Louisa May shawl? I recently finished a half-version as a gift knit for a friend-- it was such a nice break from doing some intensive design knitting! Speaking of which, I am writing today primarily to pop in and say hi to everyone, since it's been a bit quiet around these parts. I am happy to say that the current calm here is going to be short lived. Without giving too much away,...
2021-11-21 19:28:41 +0000 UTC View Post
Grab some fresh candlesticks, dear students, because the November project is officially here!
Join me in welcoming the Louisa May shawl!
This classic triangular shawl is transcribed from the third edition of Needlework for Ladies for Pleasure and Profit, 1886. The original pattern is included in the PDF, along with a modern transcription that is easier to read and includes step-by-step help with some of the trickier portions. That being said, the Louisa May shawl is a
UPDATE: Hi all! I have included the chat history for last month's assemblies below-- my apologies for the delay. Going forward, I will update the Zoom Link post for each month with the chat histories immediately following the assembly so you know where to find them. :)
For those of you interested in starting a book club, feel free to to use the comments section below to start things up! Both groups had some great book rec's. Have fun!
xoxo Sydney
Hello, dear students!
Wow, I can't believe we are rounding out our first month at Squid School. Once again, I want to thank each and every one of you for being a part of this journey from the start. Your support means so much; I could not do this without you.
Now that we are nearly 400(!!) students in total, it is time for us to meet and greet each other! I would like to invit...
2021-10-22 19:35:26 +0000 UTC View PostHello my dear students!
I hope you all have been enjoying October! Here in Maine, we are just about to hit peak fall-foliage, and I can't wait to go run around in the leaves and camouflage in my scarecrow vest! ;)
This is a quick note to let you all know that I will be traveling to Rhinebeck Sheep & Wool Festival this weekend, and therefore will be out of office & slow to respond to messages from Oct. 14th-17th. If you are also attending Rhineb...
2021-10-14 14:00:06 +0000 UTC View PostHello dear students!
I can't believe it has nearly been a week since launching! I am still over the moon about the response I've had to Squid School. There are already over 300 of us at this point... how amazing is that!? Thank you all for being here.
It is important to me in these early months to shape Squid School together, so I wanted to take a poll about your vintage knitting interests! This is completely optional, but the results will weight into my first year of ...
2021-10-07 18:20:47 +0000 UTC View Post
10-8-2021: Pattern has been updated to include cm measurements in the yardage and ease sections
Introducing Squid School’s preliminary pattern, The Scarecrow Vest! Adapted from an original 1945 knitting pattern, the Scarecrow Vest is the perfect additional layer of warmth as the season shifts from summer to autumn. Made from worsted weight yarn and constructed in the round until you split for the armholes, this vest knits up in no time! The textured stitch pattern is ...
2021-10-01 14:34:01 +0000 UTC View Post
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Hello students!
This video walks you through the body measurement charts, and demonstrates where & how to take your measurements. I'll also talk a bit about ease and gauge, and introduce you to my lovely assistant, Abigail! 2021-10-01 12:49:19 +0000 UTC View Post
Hello dear students! I would like to introduce you to our wonderful body measurement models: Maxine, Mildred, and Margaret! These lovely ladies designed by Alice Negri will illustrate where & how to take certain measurements that will be inputted into Squid School patterns. You’ll start by choosing one of the options below, and eithe...
2021-10-01 12:27:04 +0000 UTC View PostWelcome, welcome one and all! I am so pleased to have you here for the preliminary class of Squid’s School of Vintage Knitting! You have chosen to partake on this journey with me, and I can’t wait to show you what I have in store. I hope you’re ready to learn something new, because class is officially in session!
I can’t thank you enough for your support, especially in these early days of Squid School. This patreon is for you; I am simply here to bring you the c...
2021-10-01 12:10:21 +0000 UTC View Post