I'm here for your knitting passion. I am here for your authenticity and genuine nature. I'm here for your thoughts on how we can all be better and do better for ourselves and each other. I am especially here for your rambling...truly ! Thank you for continuing; I'll be here. :)

@AnotherKnittingPod

9 ай бұрын

THANK YOU 💜✨🌈

"The opposite of more is enough." That's a sentence you said on an episode about 6 months ago, and it stuck with me ever since. In fact, over the last few weeks I kept repeating it to myself multiple times a day, as I'm approaching the deadline of my PhD thesis, toward which I have worked for seven years, while also raising two children. You can probably imagine that I felt on a daily basis that I haven't done enough. The simple fact that I can now repeat this sentence you said months ago shows how much your podcast , and your authentic being, resonates with me, and I'm sure I'm not the only one! I am immensely thankful to you for planting this seed in my mind, which has given me so much strength, and resilience, and grace for myself over the last weeks and continues to do so. Please know, that you are valued, and appreciated, and most importantly, you are enough. Thanks for putting yourself out there, Best wishes, Julia

@AnotherKnittingPod

9 ай бұрын

Julia, you are an incredible woman. Thank you for your generous note. I wish I could tell you how much it means to me. It makes me so grateful to live in a time that we can connect to each other across an ocean. You’re an inspiration. Your babies are lucky to have a mom that is showing them strength and love. 💖

@Julia-lz8vl

9 ай бұрын

@@AnotherKnittingPod Thank you so much for your kind words! ❤️ Your channel truly creates human connection and community, it's a beautiful thing . 🌸

‘Gratitude tinged with guilt’ yes, yes, yes. . Thanks for posting and sharing your thoughts. 🌎💕 You are very eloquent. Please keep recording. You’re a beautiful human and maker. 🤗

@AnotherKnittingPod

9 ай бұрын

Thank you so so much. ❤️

Leena please stay with us all, we all love everything you bring to us with each podcast! Hugs 💓 Words are not my forte, so I will just say I agree with all the others 😊 💓

@AnotherKnittingPod

9 ай бұрын

Thank you so so much. I’ll definitely stay. Thank you for being an ear for me as my self-doubt took over. 🩷

I so enjoy the authenticity you bring to your podcast. I look forward to what you're going to share knitting wise & life wise. I'm glad you've been reminded of the real connection you're making & so happy you're going to continue.

@AnotherKnittingPod

9 ай бұрын

Thank you sweet Tonya ❤️💜🩷

Well, I know I'm not the first to say it, but I sure am happy that you do what you do!!

@AnotherKnittingPod

9 ай бұрын

Thank you Molly, so much ❤️🌈💚

Numbers of subscribers shouldn't measure your success. Your content is always interesting and there are more than a thousand of us who enjoy spending time with you. If you were leading a knitting group and a thousand people showed up, you'd have a bigger problem. Other podcasters drop the names of other pods to get recommendations from them and they get a sudden surge in subs. You're the only one who can decide if your pod is worth your effort. But I, for one, would miss you a lot if you pull the plug.

@AnotherKnittingPod

9 ай бұрын

Thank you Karen. Your words and support here have always been so meaningful to me. You are 100% correct, and even though I know it in my heart, sometimes its hard to weather through. I’m so grateful to have you all, and the constant conversation I have with you all in my head assures me that I need to keep going. 💜

I'm glad that you stick with us ! Yes, it feels very vulnerable to put ourselves out there and I did feel the same at one point with my youtube channel. But I quickly realized that what really matters to me is to be creative and sharing it with my small community, not numbers ! Thank you for being you ! We need to have this authenticity in this community ! It doesn't have to be a chore but only fun ! Love you Leena 🥰 Big frenchy hugs 💗💗💗

@AnotherKnittingPod

9 ай бұрын

Thank you Jenny! You are so right. I’m also glad to know its not just me. It’s hard to know what’s “normal”, you know? Hope you are safe happy and healthy. Sending you lots of love ❤️

❤ i enjoy knitting and listening to you. I also love SW's humanity. The world is in turmoil and knitting is a temporary escape. You're ramblings are enjoyable and sometimes mirror my own thoughts. Please keep going. You are one of my favorites ❤

@AnotherKnittingPod

9 ай бұрын

Oh, thank you so much. Grateful to have any escape, even a temporary one 💖

I so enjoy your perspective on knitting and life. You share from your heart and I look forward to every podcast. Sharing the books that read and your experience, motivated me to try reading fiction again for the first time in 10 years. Thank you for all that you share, being so open and vulnerable about your passion for knitting and life.

@AnotherKnittingPod

9 ай бұрын

Thank you Sheila. I’m thrilled to hear that you are reading fiction again. I truly believe it keeps us human. It’s so easy to forget the humanity of others different from us, but great fiction lets us live another life, if even for a small while. Thank you for being here 💜

Yes, yes, please do keep going! Keep sharing your passion for knitting, SW, great books, and editorial comments we love! So glad you got past the BS! ❤🎉

@AnotherKnittingPod

9 ай бұрын

Thank you Casey!! It’s easy to get twisted up on social media! I’m grateful to be past the BS too. Thank you so much for being here ❤️

I'm here because you understand and are able to speak on the things that I have thought, thanks for being you. We each do better when we have a creative project in our lap, keeping us sane.

@AnotherKnittingPod

9 ай бұрын

So well said, Lois! We each do better when our hands are busy making something beautiful, with love. It truly keeps me sane like nothing else does. 💚

I also am here for your honesty and passion and general realness, which are all things that are mostly missing from social media currently. I am here for it all!

@AnotherKnittingPod

9 ай бұрын

Thank you Amy. I’m so glad you are here. 💖

Heavens Leena, thank goodness you’ve come out the other side of your KZread fug and appeared today in my notifications!! How dare KZread have that effect on you when you’re one of some of our most favourite bloggers (‘our’ being all your other followers). I’ve only come across KZread and knitting blogs since, and as a result of, last years MKAL, and its opened my world up. I subscribed to nearly every knitting video channel I came across but now have settled down to about 5 or so that I really care for and watch with enthusiasm, and yours is absolutely right up there on the top of my list!! Don’t go away!!! I know many people will add comments saying how they love you and what they love about you, so I won’t repeat what everyone else will likely say, but I’ll agree with everyone’s comments. Presenting yourself as you are and your authenticity and vulnerability, is so valuable, and my only regret is we can’t engage with you, like you do for us. I could go on and on, but I won’t. Just know you are loved by so many of us. Looking forward to your next knitting yarn ❤Jen xx

@AnotherKnittingPod

9 ай бұрын

Oh Jen, thank you so so much for your kind words. You all mean so much to me, I’m so happy I came out the other side so we can continue to connect!

Love your podcasts as you are always so sincere and share your projects with such enthusiasm. So glad that you have decided to continue. Enjoy the knitting, books and life content. Hopefully the mkal will bring you some joy when you get back to it.

@AnotherKnittingPod

9 ай бұрын

Thank you!!! 🩷

Hi Lena loving your Heirloom Quilt Cardigan blocks, so glad you got your knitting mojo back. Both hats look gorgeous on you!!!

@AnotherKnittingPod

9 ай бұрын

Thank you so much!! I wish you could feel the blocks. The yarn is just glorious especially after blocking.

Your words about the war in Israel totally hit home. Thank you for sharing your beautiful knits and the joy you exude while talking about them is perfect! I especially LOVE the Wendell Berry poem❤

@AnotherKnittingPod

9 ай бұрын

Aw, thank you so much. And yes the Wendell Berry poem is one I keep rereading to remind myself. Sending you love 💚

Thank you for mentioning the horrible situation in Israel. Not many podcasters have done so if any at all… but you are such a sensitive and compassionate human being it is totally reflected in your pods and not only in this one. Hope to see more of your podcasts in the future as many of us enjoy them so much not only because of your personality but also because of your knitting insights.

@AnotherKnittingPod

9 ай бұрын

Thank you Irit. Wishing you peace and love and grateful for your presence here 🩷

@irityogev2980

9 ай бұрын

❤

Love your square. Thanks for sharing your knitting.

@AnotherKnittingPod

9 ай бұрын

Thank you!! 💖

The squares looks great! Thank you for sharing your thought process. Just make a square! Love progress over perfection! ❤

@AnotherKnittingPod

4 ай бұрын

Exactly! If we want something “perfect” we shouldn’t be making things by hand!

Lena you are such a beautiful, sweet empathic person, You tube would be a sadder and much duller place without you! (Please don't go!!!!!) You brighten my day when I see you have a newly released episode and I am always so happy to make time to watch your show (I love the knitting and non knitting content!) I'll end by saying there are no knitting police! Those who think they are need to take a good look at themselves!! You do you. If you like it. It's right. End of! Can't wait for your next release, always here happily waiting. I wish you peace and calmness xx

@AnotherKnittingPod

9 ай бұрын

Thank you for seeing me Francesca. It is a rare and precious thing. 🩷

I am a huge fan of yours and look forward each week to your podcasts. I am so glad you came back to podcast again and that you continue to share what is in your heart despite any decline which may have occurred in your YT algorithms (which by the way, I think is only a temporary blip). Perhaps I am mistaken but I worried when you started to share suggestions on how we can live a more "green" and environmentally responsible life that you might lose subscribers. There are so many knitters out there who lean "conservative" and as such might not align with you on these beliefs. I'm sure your goal is not to try to win any popularity contests and that you would happily let those viewers go their own way rather than attempt to alter your content to appease those who don't support it. Please continue to share your authentic self here. For many of us, it is authentic, validating and takes your podcast to another level beyond just "another knitting pod"!. Not to mention your fabulous knitting content!

@AnotherKnittingPod

9 ай бұрын

Hello my friend! I think you are 1000% correct. After reading your comment, it occurred to me that I actually was still gaining subscribers as usual, but that some people were also unsubscribing at the same time. So it looked stagnant. I was very hesitant to talk about climate for this very reason, but I felt like it was too important to follow my heart and not worry about the rest. I wish the fact of climate change were not so politically charged, but alas it is. Thank you for your note. It made the reality click in my mind!

Your felted tweed palette is gorgeous. Felted tweed is amazing. I’ve knit several sweaters with it and the colors are fabulous. My sweaters haven’t pilled. Your podcast is my favorite for both the knitting and your reading recommendations. I’m glad you are enjoying podcasting enough to continue. As the child of a holocaust survivor, I also appreciate your words about Israel. I adore Stephen West and wish I could give him a big hug.

@AnotherKnittingPod

9 ай бұрын

Oh Randi. I can’t begin to imagine how painful this time is for you. Sending you love and peace. Take care of yourself in this painful time.

I just watched your podcast and as always it was enjoyable and informative. The personal information you shared was very touching as well. Remember YOU ARE ENOUGH>

@AnotherKnittingPod

9 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for the reminder, Brenda. So grateful for you 💖

I don’t post except for this. My heart was heavy for the MKal and all the drama that followed. I am doing pink queens triangles. I have two to go and like you will put it down for awhile. Almost finished with twist and turns which is a work of art. Stephen West has taught me so much in knitting and now with his grace. For now I just need to breathe. Please don’t stop, you make me smile. Take care.

@AnotherKnittingPod

9 ай бұрын

Than you Liz. Take care of yourself. 💚

I just watched this episode, I watch your podcast regularly. Just wanted to let you know, please just continue!!!!

@AnotherKnittingPod

9 ай бұрын

I will! It’s worth pushing on for the beautiful connection with all of you!

I absolutely am in awe of your vulnerability and transparency. Thank you for sharing real life, we all need this, I need this you have no idea how much! Goodness, I wished that I lived in Boulder bc I would love to chat and knit with you in person! Hope that isn’t weird! Oh well. Thank you for sharing

@AnotherKnittingPod

9 ай бұрын

Aw, I wish you were in Boulder too!! Nothing would make me happier than being face to face with you all. Fingers crossed, someday! 💖

I love listening to your podcasts while knitting on something. You keep me inspired and energised. You have a natural talent and part of that is how well you keep it real. I can understand how frightening that might be as we are naturally herd animals and it does matter to us that we are accepted by the herd but from my perspective you definitely are!

@AnotherKnittingPod

9 ай бұрын

This is so so true Louise! No matter how brave we are, no one deals well with being rejected. Especially by strangers, for some reason! Thank you for your support, it means so much to me!

@louiserossiter4310

8 ай бұрын

@@AnotherKnittingPod 💗

Hi there! Please don’t let views and comment get you down. The internet is a cray world. I love your content and knitting so that all that matters. ❤❤❤😊😊😊

@AnotherKnittingPod

9 ай бұрын

The internet is a bizarre double-edged sword! It brings connection and disconnection at the same time. But the good outweighs the bad so on we go. Thank you so much for being here 💜

I love your podcasts! The parts I relate to the most are not just the knitting parts but the other parts in your life. The beginning of your podcast is exactly how I feel. I cried so hard with my children sleeping next to me just in anguish over what’s going on. Feeling guilty of not being able to do anything. Life is life and it’s all valuable . Big hugs to you and everyone. Oh and I think the trees you are talking about are Gingko Biloba trees! I love those too!

@AnotherKnittingPod

9 ай бұрын

Thank you Margarita. And yes, the hardest is to watch the world and wonder how our kids will make their way in it. Sending you lots of love. 💚

You are definitely enough!! What you are feeling is so human, but glad you have worked through it. I am an avid reader and appreciate your book suggestions. I have never made a SW shawl, but his recent misunderstandings makes me want to...just in honor of what a kind soul he is.

@AnotherKnittingPod

9 ай бұрын

Yes Lucile! I love that so much-to honor the kind soul SW is. I agree so deeply. I love supporting people doing good in this world, because there are plenty that are trying to do the opposite.

You SCARED me!!! I was holding my breeath with your life update at the end of the video, praying that you were not going to tell us that you were planning to stop or decrease your videos! I have been with you since the very beginning and I feel like you are a bestie. None of my close friends knit and they do not understand the joy (and anguish) that our knitting and this community bring us. I went through a rollercoaster of emotions with the MKAL. From beyond excited to frustrated to sad to angry to creative to hopeful and then back to sad and angry. I am stitching it again and have found joy. I cried real tears when I watched Stephen's 'New Direction' update - such an amazing human he is. And then, with Clue 2 - he was back to his cheerful, positive self and I think the design is just beautiful. And all along, I kept thinking "How is Lena doing with all this???? When you didn't post, I started to genuinely worry about you. I was SO excited when I saw your video pop up today in my notifications. Bless you. And thank you - for working through emotions and landing in a positive place. BTW - I've been knitting and walking, and have been listenting to The Covenants of Water. Oh my goodness - more than a few times tears are streaming down my face. I walk a quarter mile loop around water in a hidden little trail, so I rarely run into people - thank goodness! Abraham Verghese is SUCH a good author, and an amazing narrator. I often lose count of how many loops I've walked. He retells the story as if it is happening to him. I get so lost in his voice and in the story. I would never have listened to this book without your recommendation. I still have 9 hours left to listen and I do NOT want to come to the end of this beautiful story. And I just know there are more tears in my future with this one...

@anigozan3785

9 ай бұрын

Oh my gosh I was also thinking "How is Leena coping with this?" and I too got scared she was going to say she wasn't going to continue!! I also have been watching since the beginning! I am also on the MKAL roller-coaster, but now feel so at peace and full of love about my Geogradient now I've restarted with the new official Clue 1 and onto Clue 2, and feeling we are stronger as a result! I hope you can come to a place of joy about it again, Leena; and if not, keep on knittin' on what brings you joy anyway xxx

@AnotherKnittingPod

9 ай бұрын

Thank you Sylvia. You certainly have been here the whole time! I always love to hear your thoughts on parenting and teaching and reading and everything else. It is the connection with people like you that has made this a magical place for me. And I have realized that I need to focus on this rather than any metrics. SW is the BEST. He is a model of empathy and non-judgment which is possibly the rarest type of human these days. I’m so so so glad you love Covenant as much as I do. It’s hard to put into words, isn’t it?? I missed it so much I finally started Cutting for Stone, which is different but has a similar feel. Thank you for your message Sylvia. 🌈

As soon as I see your new podcast I have to watch it before others that are premiering. I’m glad you decided to continue. I can see the struggle you must have gone through. Glad you were able to come to a positive decision.

@AnotherKnittingPod

9 ай бұрын

Thank you Anjali! Your’e the best 💚

Love your videos!

@AnotherKnittingPod

9 ай бұрын

Thank you! ❤️

Thank you for acknowledging the war in Israel I appreciate it. I hope you continue to share your podcast because I really enjoy it. I agree with you that it's really hard to put yourself out there on social media, keep on going as there are people out there like me who may not always comment but do enjoy your Channel .

@AnotherKnittingPod

9 ай бұрын

Ah, thank you for your note Yael. Wishing you peace and strength in your heart. 💚

I really enjoy your podcast and appreciate your efforts. I always search for you if I don’t see you popping up. ❤

@AnotherKnittingPod

9 ай бұрын

Thank you so much love 💜

Please don't stop podcasting. I just love watching and listening to you. Love your knitting content. I live in a small seaside town on the east coast of Ireland and tune in to your podcast as often as you post. There is no such thing as mistakes in knitting . Nothing and no one is perfect so stop berating yourself. Keep on podcasting and bringing joy to us.❤❤

@AnotherKnittingPod

9 ай бұрын

Thank you Mary 💚 It brings me so much to joy to think of you in Ireland. It is our great fortune to be able to bridge time and place and come together here on KZread.

It's such a chaotic juncture we are at in the world today and glad that you acknowledged this. As long as you enjoy the conversation the many who love knowing what you think and what you have on your needles, please don't stop. It would be so sad to lose your voice from the knitting podcast universe. What matters is not the outside world - how many subscribers, what algorithms dictate- but how you feel. Who you are- your sincere and authentic opinions and feelings- is what matters. Knitting is a refuge, a serene, important and happy place for me. Can we all try to keep it as a peaceful place? Grace and gentle positivity in the face of animosity and competition. Thank you for your expressing your personal feelings. I admire your ability to be vulnerable - something I would be too afraid and unable to talk about, but appreciate your sharing- it's helpful. Most important - is that 1000s of us come to enjoy spending time with you!

@AnotherKnittingPod

9 ай бұрын

Thank you so much. You are 100% right. It’s not the numbers but rather the true connection that is meaningful. These are things metrics can’t capture. It’s so important to share for me because it helps to be reminded of the truth. Without all of your comments, all I’m left with is numbers! So your note means more to me than you can know. 🩷

What a wonderful podcast - I just adore your colorwork squares and I am so excited because I just bought some Rowan Tweed in Spain. Your hats are gorgeous too! You worried me that you might decide to quit the podcast so when you said that you'd continue I was just so elated! I love your podcast and look forward to new ones, and I also go back to rewatch the older ones. I wish the world could be as loving and caring as your podcast and that's what I'll pray for! Thank you for being such an inspiration and so very kind! Hugs from Texas!!

@AnotherKnittingPod

9 ай бұрын

Aw, Sylvia, you’re the sweetest. Thank you SO MUCH. You are eternally supportive and loving and I can feel it all the way from TX!!

I found your podcast a couple of months ago and had a wonderful time binge watching until I was all caught up. Now I look forward to Friday evenings when I can relax and watch your pod. Please continue; you are really good at it. Also thanks for the book reviews. I am currently listening to one of your recommendations ❤. I wish I had made a comment earlier because I really appreciate you.

@AnotherKnittingPod

9 ай бұрын

Thank you so so much! I’m so glad we connected in this space and that you have found it meaningful. I appreciate you being here 💖

Thank you for sharing your projects. I really love watching your pod. You are eloquent and you really share with us more than the details about the project. I've watched quite a few podcasts over the years, and I can't think of one person that comes close to the information you provide as well as your feelings/interpretation/thoughts about the project. I think your perspective is fresh and unique to you. My sis and I have a pod as well, and believe me, you are doing much better than us, numbers wise, and we have been at it for over 4 years. The algorithm and always posting on social media I think gets you the numbers. Honestly, me personally I just can't be at it like that. We just really put KZread content out there because we love to jibber jabber about our makes, and like you don't bother with the numbers as much. I am looking forward to your next episode!

@AnotherKnittingPod

9 ай бұрын

Thank you for your note Stacy. You’re so kind and generous. I’m so impressed you and your sister (how lucky you are to have each other, btw) have been at it for 4 years!! I don’t think people understand what a commitment it is! I too am not going to worry about the numbers because it robs me of my joy. Thank you for your note, it really helps to not feel alone on this side of the screen. Lots of love to you and your beautiful sister.

Leena! You have turned my knitting world upside down! It has become my happiest thing to do in life because of your podcasts. I stumbled on you last year when I was struggling with my Big Cozy Cardi, so frustrating it was taking soooo long to complete - I googled some photos and your video came up. I wait every week for you to post. Andrea Mowry was the first designer I ever knew about and listened to and met, and we love her, but your authenticity and vulnerable sharing has touched me on a deep level. I play certain parts of your podcasts with my family when you talk about what knitting means to you because you say it best. We would miss you sooo much! Like another person commented I got scared too - ha. It sounds like you’re in a good place now. If you are lead to move on at some point, please know what an impact you have had on me and so many! ❤️😘

@AnotherKnittingPod

9 ай бұрын

Omg Janet! Literally here from episode 1! That’s amazing, I’m so touched to read your message. I’m so grateful that you have stayed with me. I promise not to quit!

“…the day-blind stars” what a phrase and image. Thanks for sharing it. I am so glad you found your knitting sparkle! And I am so happy you share here. It’s my favorite podcast. Cheering you on!

@AnotherKnittingPod

9 ай бұрын

Aw, thank you so much!!! 😘

I’ve watched all of your podcasts since I found you. I don’t usually comment, just like to watch and see what you’re talking about and knitting. Since I started watching I’ve made the Penguono and Painted Bricks after seeing your versions. I so loved knitting them and wouldn’t have given them a go without your inspiration. You are valued, please keep going ❤

@AnotherKnittingPod

9 ай бұрын

Thank you Sarah for your message. I value you as well; this channel wouldn’t exist without the energy you all bring to me in return ❤️

I just want to say I really like your podcast. It is definitely difficult to put yourself out there! I have thought a hundred times about podcasting, but I'm too different to resonate with people. I'm isolated,have no knitting friends, and I don't knit very fast! 😆 Please keep making your videos, I really appreciate your take on knitting and books and parenthood!

@AnotherKnittingPod

9 ай бұрын

Aw, my friend! If you’ve thought about it, don’t let all those things stop you. I hardly think they are disqualifying. I honestly think that people want a unique voice out there. I didn’t have any knitting friends either, which was a big motivator to start the podcast. I wanted other people who shared my yarn heart! So you do have a knitting friend in me. The best thing about podcasting is that you can do it exactly as your heart desires. There are no rules.

I always give a whoop of joy when I see a new podcast from you! Truly love your podcast and all you have to share. I’m so glad you are finding joy in your heirloom quilt cardi. I learned to knit in the 90’s and colorwork was always “pick up and drop” and no one talked about colour dominance. However you get there, it’s all good.

@AnotherKnittingPod

9 ай бұрын

Thank you Joanne!! 🩷 Indeed, however you get there is all good! Truer words have never been spoken!!

Leena I love your podcasts. You're my favorite knitting podcast to watch. Here's why, you're energetic, most podcasters are so laid back, I get bored. I've watched your podcasts repeatedly rather than go watch some laidback beige knitter. There are way too many who never use any colors, everything is beige, or gray. Yawn!!!! Please keep making your podcasts. I think you're fabulous! As for the MKAL, it's my first MKAL. I had 2 sections done in clue 1, it was small but I was so excited. Then Stephen basically turned on a dime and wanted to do anything possible to avoid hurting someone. I had to respect that. He put options for the center square on Ravelry and I really liked his test knitter Ines's design, so I'm knitting that center square. I've never done any Picot stitches and in Clue 2 there is lots of Picot. My original reason for doing this was to learn new things, and see what all the fuss/fun was about. I'm almost done with my 2nd triangle, 2 more to go and my square is done. The world is getting so stressful, I used books for escape, so I don't want any angst or reality. A good whodunit, or romantic comedy and I"m happy. I'm working on my Masters degree in Data Science and have spent the entire day fighting with my Python code trying to get it to do what I want. Not what I wanted to do on my day off. Take care and please keep the podcasts coming. I want to see your son's blanket that you've mentioned. Where did you buy your Qing Fibers yarn? I made my first purchase from Wool & Company - awesome service, free ball winding, it was so wonderful!!!

@AnotherKnittingPod

9 ай бұрын

Thank you my friend! Your support and enthusiasm makes want to keep going. I appreciate you more than you know! Dang girl! Masters in Data Science!! I’m so impressed. I’m sure knitting is a much needed outlet for you to distract yourself from that! I’m glad that you are learning new things with Mr. Westknits! He makes it so fun. Do you mean the Library Blanket? I did show that at some point…when I was obsessed with Linen Quill this summer. It’s in one of those episodes. I’ve had to buy Qing from overseas which I hate. And its not the easiest yarn to work with so I really wouldn’t work with it again. Sending you love!

Please look at what you do have and not what you dont! You have people like me that LOVE watching your videos and listening to what you have to say!!! So please continue. Youre actually my favorite (along with danish musings 😊) of all knitters on youtube and i anxiously await your new videos! And there are alot of knitters as you know on youtube so thats saying alot!!! ❤❤❤ dont you dare stop 😂😂😂

@AnotherKnittingPod

9 ай бұрын

100% right! It is so easy to turn blind to the blessings that we have. I will not dare stop 😘

Hi Leena, First and foremost 🙏🏻prayers for peaceful resolutions for all those suffering from violence and war. I usually don’t comment much because I listen to most podcasts while I am working, but I always look forward to seeing your new podcasts pop up. I enjoy hearing about your projects and your thoughts about them and love that you talk to us as if we were right there in the room with you. Thank you for being genuine, brave and open. I hope you find more joy than angst and find a healthy balance that works for you because we sure would miss you! BTW.. I definitely think something has changed or is constantly changing with the algorithms because my favorite podcasts have not been showing up in my feed. I have to search for them by name. You Tube keeps pushing a lot of new ones and other content on me instead of knitting. They do not seem to like that I only enjoy knitting content Lol. I have definitely had to type in the name of your podcast to find you and I’m subscribed to your channel!? I guess I will need to start turning on notifications. Your hats look fantastic and the heirloom cardigan squares are coming out so beautiful. Can’t wait to see your progress. 💜🧶 Be well and take care of you!

@AnotherKnittingPod

9 ай бұрын

Thank you Rita! Thank you for making the time to send me a note. I will definitely go on! Who knows what makes KZread recommend and do what it does! I’ve come to peace with the fact that its a mystery and trying to get it to do what you want is a losing proposition. Instead we’ll enjoy being together! Lots of love ✨

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Bravo! 🎉❤

Yes, you hit the nail gratitude with guilt. I kiss my baby’s head and am grateful and guilty at the same time. She and I were on our swing’s yesterday and gratitude for the moment tinged with guilt at how easy and simple my life is compared to a mom on the other side of the world. And once you are a mother we all share a unique bond- so it’s very mixed feelings. I’m sorry about the mkal, I am not doing it so I literally have no idea what all was going on with it. I am sorry something you had so looked forward to is not turning out how you planned. Your blocks look so so good! Bravo you! Turns out you can do a quilt block 😉 I’m so sorry the pain you felt about numbers. I’m here not putting myself out- but what I would tell my daughter is be yourself, and don’t try to change to be what someone else wants. You have a solid core of people who look forward to seeing your lovely face on here. But I do totally get how it would be so hard not to tie your feelings to a number in such a vulnerable endeavor. You would be so missed if you stopped! Sending virtual hugs from Buffalo to Boulder!

@AnotherKnittingPod

9 ай бұрын

It gave me so much joy to think of you and your darling girl swinging together. Those are the moments that mean the world to them. And yes, we are all connected as mothers and it is unfathomable the pain of so many mothers around the world. The world makes less sense by the day.

Hi Lena, I'm still here in New Jersey! Still learning and listening. You and a few others are like the knitting club that I have all by myself....except it doesn't feel like I'm by myself! I had tried to upload a photo of my mountain mohair Green Mountain Spinnery stash but I couldn't. I love that stuff too. It is under rated. I am a nurse practitioner in Women's Health. I have patients all day that focus on the number they see on the scale when they check in. I tell them all day long "we are all so much more than a number on the scale or the size on the tag of your jeans". Numbers cannot define our human condition.

@AnotherKnittingPod

9 ай бұрын

Hi Cheryl, thank you so much for note, and for the amazing work you are doing. I struggled mightily with the number on that scale until very recently, and I can’t tell you how much it would have meant to my younger self if a health care provider had said it didn’t mean anything!! That is God’s work! How we all need to hear that we aren’t whatever metric we are currently obsessed with. And yay for a stash of Green Mtn!! 😍

We are still here and aren,t going any where . Love your channel everything is fine ❤

@AnotherKnittingPod

9 ай бұрын

Oh Sheila. You’re the best. Everything is fine, indeed. Thank you so much 💖

Howdy. So nice to see you. I saw Stephen’s update. He was so upset. I pray he’ll realize that with Love this, too, will pass. I’m with you on 🇮🇱 Israel. Praying. Wonderful video. ❤

@AnotherKnittingPod

9 ай бұрын

Thank you so much. And yes, darling Stephen. What a tough thing to have to confront. But he did it with grace and it solidified my unwavering love of him!

Please don't doubt yourself or your value to all of us here. Your podcast has been a source of joy and inspiration not only in relation to knitting but to life, and I can't thank you enough. I look forward to each and every episode.

@AnotherKnittingPod

9 ай бұрын

Oh thank you so much. Your sweet words mean so much, truly. 🩷

Thank you for the new episode! Like others have already stated, we enjoy your content and personality. I don't watch normal tv, instead knitting podcasts are my "shows". I have picked up new hobbies due to your influence and have added projects to my queue. I enjoy knitting while watching your podcast and I think a lot of us do this cause we don't have local knitting groups. I lost my interest in the MKAL due to the drama, but after seeing someone's modification on Instagram I have found my excitement has returned with a vengeance and I am trying to catch up. I hope you also find your way to enjoy the MKAL again.

@AnotherKnittingPod

9 ай бұрын

Thank you my friend! It means so much to me. I’m so glad to hear so many of you have been reinspired to do the MKAL! You’re all inspirations to me. 💚

The hats look great on you! I’m continuing with the MKAL. I did my own thing for the first clue. Sorry you’ve been going through that turmoil about your channel. I’m a newer subscriber and am enjoying your content. Take care and thanks for sharing.

@AnotherKnittingPod

9 ай бұрын

Thank you for being here Nancy. And for supporting Stephen. 💖

Your Kutaar hat is lovely 😍

@alecsgirl

9 ай бұрын

Oooh and that Pom is perfect for your Harlow!

@alecsgirl

9 ай бұрын

On the MKAL, I was watching Clue 2 yesterday and feeling bad initially for Stephen West (and I hear you-I am continuing the knit, but this MKAL has gotten tangled up in my head with the war in Israel and it’s been hard to find that initial joy), then I had an epiphany. It occurred to me that (to me anyway) Stephen West is the Bob Ross of the knitting world. He makes fibre arts accessible to everyone and is such a great encouraging teacher. I wish I could send that bit if encouragement to him right now.

@AnotherKnittingPod

9 ай бұрын

Yes on all fronts! I love that view of SW! He is truly a visionary with a heart of gold ✨

Just wanted to say that I have enjoyed your pods and found them very touching , insightful and fun. I wanted to share my Twists andTurns saga. I wasn't sure if I would ever finish it. But your podcast about missing your dog and your encouragement inspired me to finish. Last year there was a kit named Golden Greyhound. Since participating in the West knits MKALs my greyhound Benatar has been my model. I was so excited and ordered the kit as soon as the website opened up. Well, I waited and never received it. Fed ex lost it. In order to have it replaced Fedex had to conduct an investigation. Finally they confirmed it was lost and Stephen and Penelope could replace it at no cost but of course that color kit was sold out. I explained why that colorway was meaningful for me. They said they woul put together a kit for me. I emailed a photo of Benatar and they chose a wonderful combo. Actually better than the original. But by the time I received it I was a week behind . Half way into Clue 2 Benatar unexpectedly passed away. I just couldn't continue. But your beautiful FO inspired me to finish. I am so glad I did. I think it is really beautiful. My impression with my colorway is a sort of Victorian Steampunk look and it makes me fondly remember Benatar. Knowing that you are insightful and are an empathetic person, I wondered how you were dealing with this year's controversy. I used stash yarn but literally cried for days . It still bring tears to my eyes. But after frogging 5 times and watching Stephen's last video, I decided what to do. It is my heart project. I'm not going to rush. If it takes me a year that is fine. Like you said with all that is going on in the world knitting should be our place of joy. We all have really been on an emotional journey and self reflection. Looking forward to seeing your progress on the Cardigan. I ordered an advent that I plan to use for it. You bring a lot joy and thoughtfulness with you pods. Hope to see you again soon.

@AnotherKnittingPod

9 ай бұрын

Oh Suzanne. Thank you so much for sharing your story about your sweet pup. It made me tear up. Every time you wrap that shawl around yourself, you will be filled with Benatar’s unconditional love for you. And what a kind and thoughtful way for Stephen and Penelope to respond in that time as well. Speaks so much to who he is and what he has built.

Your hat with the Icord 💕 so good. Then omg the next hat 💪🏻 I don’t wear hats but oh my…. might be a convert 😆 I have a few personalities inside me so I loved both 🤣 It’s my second MKAL and I got most of the way through clue one before I heard about the issue. Didn’t see it personally. Then insert Israel and I just lost it 😢 There was no joy, my heart was breaking and life became so heavy. I stopped and wasn’t sure if I was going to continue but then yesterday I saw clue 2 so started again, old clue one (that I modified) has been completely discarded and the joy is back again as I start afresh. Summer is my season so today, it’s spring where I live, after our long morning walk I rolled in the sand, played did some headstands, then threw myself in the (not warm enough for me yet) ocean while exhaling and letting go. We have whales at the moment so we just watched them and marveled at the beauty of Nature. I thought of you this past week and wondered how you were going as you just adore Stephen. He handled it very well. I feel the same way about knitting as you do, it is my constant companion, we are so lucky. However, when there are the odd rough periods (not often and thankfully short) I exhale and remember that this too shall pass. Negative bias is real and your description was very raw and honest. I’ve been in business for myself for almost 35 years and it has been quite the creative enterprise as I’ve had a few varied businesses over the years and it has been me putting myself out there and it has been incredibly hard at times. Rejection is real, we don’t resonate with everyone and that’s ok. It is worth the effort to go through this because when you reach the other side, the growth, self-esteem and awareness is so insightful. Social media is like a double edged sword for me so I navigate with eyes wide open. Your energy is so lovely and genuine and it shines through the screen 😊 Vulnerability is amazing, it’s a byproduct of being an aware human and life is nothing but a grand adventure 💕 Thanks for sharing, happy knitting, Karen 🇦🇺❤️🤔

@AnotherKnittingPod

9 ай бұрын

Hi sweet Karen. Thank you so much for your message and sharing your story. It’s so inspiring to me-I’ve been thinking all day how the price of growth is pain and struggle, which is exactly what you are saying. And honestly its so worth the price. If everything were always easy it would probably be quite boring! What a gorgeous morning you had-I’m living vicariously through you. Woohoo for finding your joy again with the MKAL! I am loving following along. 🩷

Your videos are truly a delight and I think so about every one, past and future.

@AnotherKnittingPod

9 ай бұрын

Thank you so much my love ❤️🩷💜

I have binge watched every episode, I love everything about you please don't change what you do. I live in Australia and we will never meet but listening to you while I knit feels like catching up with a best buddy. I love your approach to knitting and living with mistakes none of my knits are perfect but I am so proud of finishing something and being able to wear it. I just finished the Arco Iris by Joji Locatelli sweater in rowan felted tweed it was beautiful to knit with. Do you know who Kaffe Fassett is, he was the Stephen West of the 80's, a true artist who painted with wool, he designs the colours for Rowan that's why the colour range is so amazing, you will see his name on the ball band. I think you would love flicking through his book Glorious Knitting if you can get your hands on a copy, maybe the library? The patterns are dated but his use of colour is incredible. You are a beautiful soul Leena just keep on being you. ❤

@AnotherKnittingPod

9 ай бұрын

Hi Lyn! Your note touched my heart. It’s one that I will re-read when I need a warm hand on my back. Thank you so much for bringing Kaffe Fassett into my world! Holy cow! You weren’t kidding about his artistry. I’d never heard of him and I can’t wait to dive into his work. So inspirational.

I love your hats so much! OMG that Pom Pom is absolutely perfect for the hat! I think your Heirloom Quilt Cardigan will be so beautiful - the colors you picked are spectacular! I am sending you so much love and hugs - I appreciate You being You so much ❤

@AnotherKnittingPod

9 ай бұрын

Thank you SO MUCH. It means the world to me. 💚

I love your podcast. I would miss it if you stopped podcasting. I also really appreciate that you mentioned the atrocities that happened in Israel. The only peace at this time I find is in my knitting. I am sorry that you have put the MKAL aside. I really wanted to share the experience with you. I too love Stephen West and was so sorry that this happened to him. I will continue to support him as long as he will be doing this. Keep well.

@AnotherKnittingPod

9 ай бұрын

Thank you sweet Jackie. And I appreciate your unwavering support of SW. No one in the public eye escapes controversy completely, but I thought he did a great job in making the best of a complicated situation.

I’m glad you’re sticking around. We love your content.

@AnotherKnittingPod

9 ай бұрын

Thank you thank you 💚💚💚

Hi Leena! I click on your podcast FIRST as soon as I see a new episode. I appreciate your vulnerability and the feelings you have about podcasting. I’ve heard a couple of other podcasters commenting on their numbers and followers. We viewers don’t really see the pressure you must feel from KZread metrics. I’ve heard your name from other podcasts who watch you and refer to your projects, so I know that you are making an impact. I love your patchwork cardigan. Good job persisting on a difficult pattern. Also-UGH-about the MKAL. I’m knitting it but not that joyfully. I was looking forward to the camaraderie with you and others but now it’s not happening. Oh well. I do feel for Stephen West. XXOO to you.

@AnotherKnittingPod

9 ай бұрын

Thank you so much Heather. It’s so silly to focus on these challenges of social media, but I had to be honest in order to make peace with it and move on. So onwards we go! Thank you for being here it means so much to me ❤️

Harlow hat is amazing. Sorry about your MKAL experience. Feel like we need to meet Jessica!

@AnotherKnittingPod

9 ай бұрын

Yes Mary, you do! I’ll have her on. You’ll like her better than you like me! She’s the best!

Holy son of a biscuit I absolutely love the yellow hat and pompom! That hat brought an instant smile to my face 😄

@AnotherKnittingPod

9 ай бұрын

Hahahaha thank you!!! I seriously couldn’t believe when I found that Pom Pom. I feel like it was made for that hat!

I am definitely here for all that you share and how authentic you are! You were truly missed! I found you only a few months ago and now can’t wait for a notification from your channel to pop up! Take care, keep knitting and focus on the good that you are doing by sharing with all of us!

@AnotherKnittingPod

9 ай бұрын

Aw thank you Cathy! I’m so glad you found your way here. 🌈💖✨

Leena, I love your podcast. I have been checking the past few days to see how you were doing and getting along with your projects. You always articulate things in the most thoughtful way and I appreciate it so much. Usually things go in and out of my mind as I watch podcasts but I find the things you say and talk about really stick with me. I’ve watched you from the beginning and look forward to seeing you and hearing what you have to say. Thank you for these podcasts and sharing so much of yourself. ❤

@AnotherKnittingPod

9 ай бұрын

Thank you so so so much Heather. For your kind words and just for being here 🌈💜✨

I hope you decide to continue the MKAL. It’s a very bumpy start, but since clue 2 came out I’m finding the joy and spirit of the MKAL is returning. Plus you inspired me to join a Steven West MKAL for the very first time. I’ve gotta see your finished shawl! 😂. Try not to focus on the numbers. You have a beautiful podcast and a unique eye for color in your knit work. I really enjoy and look forward to your videos. I have an instagram art account that I’ve finally hit 20k (and I think that’s pretty good) and it’s taken over several years to get that number. Your podcast may seem like it’s growing slowly, but it will get there. Just keep knittin’ kitten and people will follow. 😊

@AnotherKnittingPod

9 ай бұрын

Aw, thank you so much for the encouragement! 20K is INCREDIBLE. Especially given the commitment it takes to be regular on Instagram. I just can’t do it there! But I love to see what everyone else is up to 😂

You are my favourite knitting podcaster. In a week of non stop horrific news consumption - yours is the only podcast I've watched! Please please keep on doing it. I'd miss you. Thank you xxx

@AnotherKnittingPod

9 ай бұрын

Aw, thank you Ruth. That means so much to me. Please take care of yourself and take breaks from the news consumption. I’m the same way as you, and I can take in too much sometimes.

@ruthvanstraten7126

9 ай бұрын

@@AnotherKnittingPod ❤️

I truly enjoy your podcast. I found you unexpectedly but fell in love with your love of color, something I found so inspiring. I may not leave a comment every time but always send a like 💕 when you podcast. You have instantly become a personal favorite. As someone who is quite the introvert, I admire your endeavor to podcast even more. I cannot wait to see how your patchwork cardigan turns out. The last few projects I attempted were disasters but I finally found one thats held my interest. It is the Meander Vest by a newer designer Klara Pushin. You might likeit too! 😊❤

@AnotherKnittingPod

9 ай бұрын

Thank you for your message Olivia, it means so much to me. Truly. And isn’t it frustrating when projects don’t click. But it does make the right pattern all the more special. That vest is GORGEOUS! It’s in my queue now! And I love always hearing about a new designer to support. ❤️

@oliviataylor6563

9 ай бұрын

You are welcome. I adore you. Also happy you liked the vest! I know how much you like a V neck. 😊💕

I also came across your podcast a few months ago and binge watched for weeks!! You single handedly have reignited my passion for knitting after a very long hiatus. I have courage to take on projects that I would never have even considered before- because you reminded me there is so much joy in the process ❤ Ypu introduced me to Stephen West & I joined in on the MKAL as well! Keep the videos coming, I enjoy that you are so real.

@AnotherKnittingPod

9 ай бұрын

Aw, this warms my heart! To have reignited your passion for knitting?? This thrills me! Thank you for sharing Jessica 💖

Oh Leena! I was so glad to see your podcast today. I was thinking of you a lot today and wondered how you were doing. Just want you to know, I love your heart, your passion for life, and your spirit. Thankyou for sharing with us. I am doing the MKAL this year for the first time at your urging. It has been a great lesson for me about empathy, patience, and humility. I too think Stephen West is a kind, caring, creative human being. His words about the new clue one square brought tears to my eyes. Thanks for encouraging me to do the MKAL this year. Also, I like your podcasts because I feel like you are different from many of the other podcasters - and that is what I enjoy. Simply stated, I enjoy you. 😘🤫❤️

@AnotherKnittingPod

9 ай бұрын

Thank you Beth, from the bottom of my heart. To connect to incredible people like you is my reason for putting this content out there. Lots of love to you 💚

Hey Leena! I'm happy to see you again. I hope you are well. I'm so excited to see your progress on the Heirloom Quilt Cardigan. Your colors are amazing!!! I'm actually working on the ribbing of mine as I watch this. :) And your hats! Both of them turned out so beautifully. I really like the beret turned slouchy beanie. It's very chic looking. I have been curious about your thoughts on the MKAL once everything happened. I am feeling pretty similar to you on it all. I finished my clue one but have since decided to put it to the side. I made mods to it but still feel like I will be judged harshly for my choices. So I'm going to leave it for now and see how I feel about it in a few weeks.

@AnotherKnittingPod

9 ай бұрын

Hi Svannah! How are you doing? Is the hand all back to normal? Thank you for being so helpful to me with the Heirloom Cardi. You were one of my inspirations for making it to begin with! I do feel like I’m going to be working on it for quite some time. Lots of blocks to go 😉 And yes re the MKAL, I think some time and space and watching how it unfolds is what we really need right now. My knitting mojo is too fragile to do something I’m not keen on right now.

good for you for going back to that sweater and making it work for you! I am all about that and knit the same way. I am currently knitting a flat color work project in Felted Tweed and I've never caught a float in my life (and I've knit a LOT of color work!) until now. I never realized how easy it was and I'm happy with the results. I think the "experts" would agree - knit how you want to and ENJOY it!! Happy Knitting 💕 ps - that poem got me a little 🥲

@AnotherKnittingPod

9 ай бұрын

This is so true! We have to find what works for us and that varies from one project to the next! Thank you for being here (and appreciating that beautiful poem) 💚

I will echo some of the comments on here and say that you are one of my favorite podcasters on KZread. You’re very engaging and although I don’t know personally I would imagine that it’s easy to feel bad when you all of a sudden you’re not getting as many subscribers for whatever reason. I’ve heard that it a numbers game on here and doesn’t really mean anything. I respect you for doing this! Not that it has anything to do with knitting (although I love love all your projects and knitting talk) is that I love that you live in CO as my two grown kids live there and it makes me feel closer to them while watching your podcast and hear you talk about Boulder. I’ve been there many times as my daughter used to live there. That sounds weird I’m sure. I’m still doing the mkal as I had done a lot of knitting on it before everything went haywire. But some of my joy about it is gone. But I have hope it’ll increase as I keep on.

@AnotherKnittingPod

9 ай бұрын

Thank you for your support Denise. You are so right, that we can’t know what KZread wants and rewards. I know they are trying to pivot to Shorts, and therefore want shorter content, which is definitely not my game! Now that I’ve come to terms with it, I feel like it won’t get to me as badly. So exciting that your kids live in this spectacular state!! Where are they?? It’s just the most magical place-we’ve only lived here for 3 years and I feel grateful everyday. I think you’ll get your joy back on the MKAL…I bet the final two clues are going to be ✨🌈✨

Arne & Carlos will tell you there is no such thing as color dominance. Between them and Stephen West I’m convinced knitting is not that serious and whatever we do it’s ok 😊I always look forward to your podcast and wise words, you’re my fave🥰 I’m sorry about the mkal, I know you were looking forward to it. I haven’t started yet, I loathe magic loop😂 I may do a crochet square for clue 1 🤷🏼‍♀️ I hope you enjoy your weekend

@AnotherKnittingPod

9 ай бұрын

Thank you my friend for your note. It means a lot to me. And I’m glad someone much more experienced than me doesn’t see color dominance either! I really don’t, which makes life a lot easier!!

A few random thoughts - I'm beginning to feel that some knitting podcasters' egos are expanding as their subscriber numbers climb. They are starting to think that they are the definitive arbiters on who or what or how to knit - and that what they think is equal to curing cancer. Some have become so monetized that it's difficult to watch anymore. It's disheartening - especially if you can't afford what they are shilling. This is not you. Your honesty and your joy in our hobby is why I watch. Don't ever stop being you, or think it's not appreciated - it is 😊. Next thought - I, too, have decided not to continue with the MKAL. Controversy aside, after seeing Clue 2, I'm really not crazy about it. Plus, I have several Christmas knits I need to focus on - but I'm still a big Stephen fan. I did finish my Striped Esjan and LOVE it. Last thought - a Wendell Berry poem that I love, "It may be that when we no longer know what to do we have come to our real work, and that when we no longer know which way to go we have come to our real journey. The mind that is not baffled is not employed. The impeded stream is the one that sings."

@AnotherKnittingPod

9 ай бұрын

Aw, thank you so much. It makes me very happy to know that my intention to share the pure joy of knitting is coming through to you. And oh, that poem struck me so deeply! I’ve re-read it now many times! So beautifully put. 💜

@caqknits7829

9 ай бұрын

@@AnotherKnittingPod ❤

❤️❤️❤️💐🌄🌲🌲🌲🧶

I love your podcast. I don't comment often on videos but my heart pinches about the fact that many people talk only about the innocent people killed in Israel and not about the innocent people killed and that will continue to be killed in palestine as the war continues... One life taken is always one too many, no matter if it is a jewish one or a muslim one... that conflict is so old it is very difficult for me to understand it, there is so much history. I hope god relieve their pain, hunger and suffering quickly.

@AnotherKnittingPod

9 ай бұрын

Thank you so much my friend. And my prayer is the same. The suffering of the innocent people in this conflict is all most too much to bear. I feel the weight of it as I move through my day. Sending you love 🩷

@san1122100

9 ай бұрын

It is indeed heartbreaking ❤❤❤

I don’t feel guilty because I believe God has placed each of us exactly where we should be. I do have extreme compassion for Israel, so I think all I can do now is pray for them. ❤ Love the hats! For the Pom Pom, you can put a BIG (like a 2”) button on the inside of the hat and attach to the Pom Pom. It helps keep it snug a little better. As far as the MKAL, i think many share your feelings. For me, eventho I’m not doing the MKAL, it brought back the awful memories of how the KnitMagician and Kristy Glass were dog piled on and canceled for similar things. I may be focusing too much on the cancel culture, which I hate!! I just wish people would not bend a knee to the people trying to stir up trouble. That just makes it worse and apologies never work, they will never be satisfied until you are 6 feet under. I have 12 blocks made for my Heirloom quilt cardi. Yours are more square than mine. I love you blocks. I’m like you about the floats!! I’m using unspun yarn for mine. I’m glad you’ve come to tears with pod casting! I don’t know how anybody does it. I don’t know what it is, but people are drawn to you for whatever reason. I’m sure we are very different in many ways but knitting brings us together. I wish w could all just enjoy our love of knitting. ❤

@AnotherKnittingPod

9 ай бұрын

Thank you for your message! I agree that voices on the internet can get very amplified and things can quickly spin out of control. I thought SW did such a graceful job of pivoting and attempting to control the narrative. I think my squares looked square because I aggressively blocked and pinned them out! And I couldn’t agree more-this world would be a lot more tolerable if we could respect both our differences and our similarities. Lots of love to you ❤️

So… why are you even trying to mesure your « success »? If the answer is « because I would like this channel to provide a new source of income for me » then I highly suggest giving your next video this title :“how my knitting almost got me divorced” or “sex life of the knitter”. You could also share some tips on knitting in the nude next time so the algorithme gives you a boost ^^ BUT if you can decide that I, a humble viewer, am enough for you. That this community is enough for you then I think you’ll be fine.we love you. I absolutely love all your podcasts and adore when KZread tells me you posted something. I don’t watch a lot of stuff on this plateform because few people bring me joy. But you bring me joy (and great book recommendations 😊). Hope to watch you soon!

@AnotherKnittingPod

9 ай бұрын

LOL! You definitely cracked me up! Those are probably not videos you will see here! Joking aside, you are totally right. It’s easy to forget the humans behind the numbers, and I’m so grateful for each and every one of your messages that remind me how lucky we are to connect here. Thank you for the giggle!

I am so glad you are back! Someone told me years ago. “Don’t try to please everyone because you can’”. I enjoy your podcast because you are original. I agree on your comments on Israel. So very sad. I also agree with your thoughts on Stephen. We all need to support him. Keep it up. See you next time.

@AnotherKnittingPod

9 ай бұрын

Thank you Betty! It’s so true! I believe firmly in doing what’s right for ourselves and others can choose to stay or go. Somehow I can manage that quite well in real life, but the internet is a strange place!!

I always give a whoop of joy when I see a new podcast from you! Truly love your podcast and all you have to share. I’m so glad you are finding joy in your heirloom quilt cardi. I learned to knit in the 90’s and colorwork was always “pick up and drop” and no one talked about colour dominance. However you get there, it’s all good.

@AnotherKnittingPod

9 ай бұрын

Thank you Joanne!! That makes me so happy. 🩷 And yes, if pick up and drop works, I’m going with it! Knitting is not meant to be a performance!