A Weekend with Penrose Knits - Knitting Vlog, Family, Life.

[@chrissy24-7]

It's so true, you have to roll with how you're feeling and it's terrific that you demonstrate self care and honesty about it. I look forward to your vlogs etc because of your honesty and candidness. 💜 My mom is 85, she stopped crocheting but I might teach her friends at the home she's in, and I'm hopeful she'll join in too 😊

[@amoiuniversetv]

I always love your vlogs, but your chat about knitting with your grandma and mum really got me teary. My grandparents died when I was quite young and I remember my grandma sitting and knitting in her chair making me things (which I still have), in exactly the same way you described your grandma knitting. She died before she could teach me to knit and it’s the KZbin community that got me and keeps me into knitting so a massive thank you for being part of that. It’s amazing that your family share such a love for crafting and the joy that knitting brings you all. Thanks again for sharing a peek into your weekend good and hard times. I look forward to the next podcast and vlogs 😊

[@katyarncrafts]

Hello Laura, your story about the crafternoon with your sister, mum and grandma was so wonderful. It brought tears to my eyes because it was so sweet how you described how happy it made your grandma to finally knit again. Thank you for sharing. This really lightened up my day. 💚

[@lynntimmer1620]

Your time with your sister, mum, and grandma sounded so lovely! What a sweet thing to share! Your kiddos 💕💕💕

[@MyLovelyLifeAsMe]

Hearing about your experience with mental health and neurodivergence felt like a warm hug. I was recently diagnosed with ADHD and anxiety, and I have been slowly learning about how they affect my behavior and mood. I’m getting better at recognizing when I’m having a lil crisis, what might have triggered it, and what I need to take care of myself. It’s hard to re-learn yourself as an adult, but it’s so worth the work to have a better life. So thanks for sharing, it’s nice to know I’m not alone in my journey ❤️

[@_laurapenrose_]

I’m definitely using the term ‘lil crisis’ next time I feel myself heading downwards!! ☺️☺️☺️

[@MYROCKOROCKO]

Raw truth shared is….. heartfelt. Lifting up light and love to your Spirit & Soul. Keep one moment at a time holding tight to calm…… Amen

[@dianam4778]

Laura, I loved this episode so much. Thanks for admitting that sometimes we need a break from a clingy kid, which I'm familiar with. I loved that you told your coach that you aren't interested in being weighed or measured. Honestly that boundary had never occurred to me but it's brilliant. Also thanks to you, I have pizza with ham and pineapple on the way.

[@heathermato2779]

Laura, I really appreciate how open and vulnerable you are with us. When we only see the happy side of other's lives it can make us feel so alone when we have down moments. Thank you for being real. I can't wait to see how your Christmas tree turns out. And I do so hope that your Grandma keeps knitting.

[@_laurapenrose_]

Thank you Heather. I was so unsure about including it but I’m glad I did. There’s no point talking the talk and not walking the walk!! X

[@teresawagoner1469]

Your self care is inspiring, I always feel good after yoga as well. Also I love the amount of sunlight you get in your house and show on the podcast, it's glorious.

[@Tracyscraftingcorner]

Omg! This! From P picking her nose to her telling you daddy shouted at me, from the kids fighting in the back ground to you gushing over your gran knitting ( which made me all e mosh with the footage at the end) from your absolute honesty about being triggered by the sudden change in plans and how you dealt with that. THIS!!!! This is life and THIS is why I love your content. Keep being you Laura. Your fecking rock!!!! ❤ Ps ally is awesome, her girls are amazing and Dan is equally as funny. Xx

[@_laurapenrose_]

Thank you so much dear Tracy! Xxx

[@urbanstylejantine810]

Pilates is the best! I often do have slightly sore muscles the next day and the stretching is so good! It makes me feel more relaxed too! I just saw clue 4 of the mystery and I think it is going to be an awesome shall for your grandma! Very wearable size and form.

[@laurabarilla1860]

The part about your grandmother knitting again just really warms my heart. So happy for all of you that you got her started again! 🤗

[@jilljarvis94]

Such a good vlog! I so appreciate your vulnerability. Penny is so precious!! The story about your grandmother knitting similarly to you….so amazing!!

[@lisad8731]

I like the honesty and I think it's great that you can recognize when you are feeling a certain way and take the time to resolve some of those feelings.

[@ccam504]

So important to stop and have quiet time to self care . Thanks for sharing , I'm a senior and still stop go to a peaceful quiet area. It perfectly OK to do that.

[@sarahk1695]

It was so lovely to hear about you sharing the knitting with your grandma,she must be so proud of you for designing own patterns! My grandma was also a big knitter, I really wish I had learned before she died so I could have shared it with her ❤

[@aoifemurphy7491]

Only two minutes in and I can already tell how comforting and cosy this vlog is going to be! I love the editing so much and you’re always so calming to watch ♥️♥️♥️

[@jacquiejy]

Laura, have you heard of the book The Highly Sensitive Person? It's not about being sensitive emotionally, though that can be part of it. It's about the 25% of the population that is extra sensitive to a number of things ranging from noises to fabrics to contact lenses to physical touch and on and on. It was a game changer for me and I think, at the very least, it could be interesting reading. There's a quick questionnaire at the very beginning that's fun too. Love your openness (and your knitting 😊)

[@_laurapenrose_]

I have heard of it actually but havnt read it, my SPD is part of my autism so I don’t really feel the need to investigate it further! I’m getting better at finding ways so make my environment fit my needs better and how to cope when I can’t! Xx

[@keep_calmandcarry_yarn5912]

Sending ❤️! It's fabulous that you wear your heart on your sleeve and share so much about how you are feeling - its reassuring x

[@maaikemarijne]

Love this vlog Laura. Keeping it real, that's so reassuring for us watchers that we're not the only ones that can feel like s*t. Thank you so much for sharing that with us. Lot's of love!

[@sherismith9517]

This was fabulous. I love you are a workin progress and inspire others with your honesty. The tree will be amazing. Can’t wait to see the finished project. Be well!

[@lorainelockwood9359]

Loved the vlog and your honesty. Fantastic story about the Christmas tree and look forward to seeing it. So sweet the family is involved. Take care x

[@awesomeeeeeeee]

Okay, I’m so excited to see the Christmas tree when the time comes! Crafternoon sounded so fun and so touching that you got your Grandma knitting! I always love Penny’s cute voice, too. And lastly I’m so impressed that your festive colorwork sweater just…came from your brain? It’s so cool that you can imagine something and then make it exist!!

[@_laurapenrose_]

To be fair I did plan it out first using a knitting chart app, and I had to start from scratch after half the yoke the first time round 😂

[@meepiecrafts7799]

Thank you for your vlog, i always enjoy it so much. i love how you share your honestly about things.

[@clairedeare1139]

I think your vlogs are my very favourites of all your lovely content. I appreciate how open and honest you are. That colourwork sweater is simply gorgeous ❤

[@_laurapenrose_]

Thank you Claire, they’re my favourite to make! Xx

[@sarad9984]

I lost momentum on clue 3 too. I jumped ahead on the clue 4 video and I do like the finished shawl, so I’m back to working on it now.

[@FibreBound]

So lovely to ‘spend the weekend’ with you Laura, and so lovely to see the footage of your grandma’s hands at the end 💗

[@woollennest]

Your colourwork jumper is amazing! I love the colours together!!

[@madisonstevens4264]

Yas Laura !!!!!!!! That green color work sweater is literally to die for 😍😍😍 I am so so obsessed!! I’m already waiting for your test call😉😉

[@RachelBearn]

This was so lovely ❤ just what I needed after a very stressful morning!

[@knitswithdirt]

I almost immediately gave up on the twists and turns. It brought me no joy or happiness so no point wasting time. Frogged it. Glad I did now that I've seen the end result. God I wish I was as organized and planned as you are!!!!!!!!

[@evajansson5658]

"Listen to the yarn" :-D I do that too! And when I say it I always feel a bit awkward, as you do. The colorwork sweater is really pretty. Love it!

[@saraw8503]

I LOVE little drops of wonderful. I have made two of her dodgy bags.

[@_laurapenrose_]

I’m looking forward to binging the podcast when I’ve finished all the vlogtobers and vlogmasses 😂😂😂

[@tracitravis8037]

I enjoyed hearing about your family knitting time. I am the only one in my family that knits and look forward to it my girls take to it when they are older. Thanks for sharing! 💕🧶🧶🧶

[@eveliengrannyg945]

Oh these vlogs may take a whole day. Love watching them. Thanks again for the effort Laura. And that green/white sweater is Amazing!!!!

[@debiedwards2860]

Yeah I agree Strictly was awful! I used to crafting with my Mum but unfortunately she now has Dementia and can't remember how to knit or crochet so I'm on my own! But I must say my 2 (grown-up) sons always tell me what I've made is Awesome 😁 bless them! I so enjoyed your Vlog, my Grandson, who also lives with me has ADHD and Autism so I understand a bit , what you go through 😍 What you're knitting is gorgeous, the green looks great on you ♥

[@margreffle]

There are all kinds of ways to approach getting a healthy body. My focus for years now has been walking, and yoga for core strength. My mom had a bad fall at age 80, and part of the reason she couldn't get up (for much too long!) was lack off core strength. That was a light bulb moment for me. I'm not wanting super toned, but I just want to at least be able to do a sit up when I'm 80 or 90. And hopefully a lot more!

[@gr8twitch21]

Love you Laura! Keep doing what feels right for YOU! The colour work sweater looks fab on you! 💜

[@moiragarner1253]

Loving the tunes too

[@RomyDandelion]

Loved the vlog and I really like that you are keeping it real and don't pretend to be happy when you are not. It's normal to have bad days. Glad that you felt better the next day 💞

[@rosiewalters1585]

I love that colourwork sweater! The pattern reminds me of fairy lights in the white on the green!

[@OllieandBella]

What a joy to watch Laura! Yummy crumpets are my fave, but I needs a bit of marmite on it 😋 Do you like Almonds? If you pop a little of almond essence in your smoothie it tastes divine!! Have you seen Adrienne with Yoga has a new theme this month focusing on Meditation, I’m hoping to start today- better late than never right 😆 Your Gran 🥰 precious memory making 💕💓

[@_laurapenrose_]

Ooooh I do like almond! That sounds amazing!!!! I was thinking of doing some at home yoga today actually so I’ll check it out! Thank you for watching my dear!!! X

[@meganobrien9520]

You are such a bright spot in my week, this vlog especially! So so much love heading your way❤

[@bernbee1679]

I love your colourwork, it’s the same yarns and colours as my Arctium which I love. I loved the story about your Grandmother, how wonderful ❤

[@fromknitlovepurl]

You’re so real and vulnerable and I relate to you so much. Thank you for sharing. I feel like you’re my friend even though we don’t know each other 😅

[@kellycarnegie6265]

What a lovely vlog ❤️ The warmth and love in your family is wonderful to see. I remembered Amy Palko's pink cardigan; I think she used Drops Brushed Alpaca. Really love Ali's channels, too xx

[@kathleensnow5358]

Lovely vlog! I admire your honesty about having bad days and the cause of them. We all have challenges. Absolutely love the festive jumper.

[@cecilieschieffer8615]

I absolutely ADORED this video!!! So honest and relatable❤️🥰

[@carolbulmer8253]

Hi, Laura. Thank you for this episode… it’s always good to see what you’re up to❤️

[@christine3358]

That sweater you are working on is absolutely gorgeous!! Color is so beautiful and looks great on you..

[@deborahking7873]

I can’t wait to see your tree.What a wonderful idea

[@deborahking7873]

I love your vlogs and also a big fan of This wonderful life I am surprised you have just found her . Your eeekend sounded wonderful

[@petriinatakkunen]

I liked this vlog so much and I always get very inspired from your crafts! 😊 It was also so nice to hear that your grandma could knit again despite she thought she couldn't 🥰 Have nice week and hopefully you are doing more vlogs soon!

[@leescott3300]

Loved the vlog - thanks for you candour, my son is also very high functioning autistic and the insights that you give in your videos actually help me understand him better, even though he has been diagnosed for more than 25 years. I’m doing the MKAL too. And like you I’m not even trying to keep up with the clues and hype. Just taking my time knitting on it when the mood strikes but also on the other projects that I have on the go. It’s not because I’m not enjoying it but rather life has enough stress at the moment and my knitting is supposed to be stress relief. And I think that’s okay.

[@roseb4988]

Oh Laura what a beautiful podcast, so enjoyed it. Love the green jumper you are working on, looks amazing. What a great idea for the outdoor Xmas tree 😊

[@theginghamgirl6970]

Hi Laura 🌷I flipping love your podcasts thank you.🙌I’m knitting my daughter-in-law and my granddaughter matching school run headbands for Christmas xx

[@_laurapenrose_]

Thank you! And thank you for supporting my pattern! Xx

[@k1bylandp2bysea37]

Love love love your green sweater!!! It’s beautiful!!! Can’t wait to see it done. What will the name be? The tree is great. Can’t wait to see it. Perhaps a vlog on visiting the trees. I’m so glad your filmed your grandma knitting. You will cherish that. I’d love to see her knit from all angles. I think that is how my grandmother held her needles. Kind of like s pencil. I could never hold them that way. So interesting how people hold the needles differently. Anyways loving your podcasts.

[@_laurapenrose_]

Yes it’s just like a pencil! I can do it, but it doesn’t feel natural 😂 I will for sure include the Christmas tree trail in vlogmas! X

[@jacquipiper4641]

I really enjoy Ali of little drops of wonderful. For the mkal I changed from metal to wooden tips

[@moiragarner1253]

Love your colour work jumper design 😮

[@marionhandsley7959]

I think it's fabulous that your grandma started knitting again with your help, lovely to know that she hasn't forgotten either how to do it. Thank you also for sharing how life isn't always smiling and laughter. Sharing how you felt was amazing and very honest. Thank you Love Marion xxx

[@DCrockZ131]

Hey Laura...yoga pilates are really beneficial for regaining body flexibility and its for healthy mind and body both...watching your video I felt you stress yourself a lot with setting too many goals maybe..take your time offs and relax...already you have so much going with 2 small kids to raise... having said that, really loved how you manage your kids while you complete your chores ...god bless❤

[@_laurapenrose_]

Thank you, I’m being very mindful of not over doing it, I have no specific goals, just to go to classes as and when I can. Xx

[@DCrockZ131]

@@_laurapenrose_ Goals meaning I meant in general..life goals..tasks we set for the day to achieve..sometimes we need to slow down and its ok to be unproductive..it helps re-energize your body and refresh your mind...just a tip from my end :)

[@benmonette7593]

I have had a very tight lower back, for example, I couldn’t sleep on my tummy anymore since my lower back feel uncomfortable. With my Physio therapist, I realized my running and cycling had made my thighs so tight(since I wasn’t stretching🙄). So after 6 weeks of doing the cat-cow and doing some diligent quadriceps stretches. Like the couch stretch, always keeping your abs contracted to prevent strain on your back! Not a medical pro, but just thought I’d share. Love the music, btw

[@_laurapenrose_]

Thank you! Xx

[@nadinestapler3881]

I do watch Ali on her Vlog, it’s a great one and I also like the music she plays.

[@ShanaH414]

Just wanted to add some solidarity that my little kids are gross monsters too!🤣

[@_laurapenrose_]

Haha thank you Shana!!

[@TheNikkie29]

The yoke looks epic! How do you divide stitches for back arms and front? All my attempts have so much bunched up fabric at the back :(

[@_laurapenrose_]

Hmmmm I’m not sure why that would happen unless your putting more stitches in the back than you are the front. The only other thing I can think of is if you blessed with an ample bosom! I’d you’re choosing a size to accommodate a larger chest, often if the pattern hasn’t been graded with in built shaping you can end up with a baggy back as though the overall circumference is catered for, it often doesn’t take into account that bigger boobs doesn’t always mean a bigger back as well. There are things you can do to create better shaping but I haven’t not researched that though there are plenty of resources if you google! If that’s not the issue then I’m not sure what else I can suggest! X

[@TheNikkie29]

@@_laurapenrose_ sounds like grading has been the issue then, I have a bigger chest and tummy, and also bigger arms but not so much on the back :/ could the stitches be divided with just more in the front or would that affect the arms/need more complicated shaping?

[@_laurapenrose_]

@@TheNikkie29 I’m not sure if that would work, but again this isn’t my area of expertise. I’m sure there are blogs and videos out there though from people who have been through all the trial and error! X

[@earlgreyknits1178]

So.... what actually is a "crumpet"...?

[@_laurapenrose_]

Haha! It’s hard to explain, it’s like a dough that though cook in a pan, though most people tend to buy them ready made. You treat them like toast and top them with butter or condiments! X

[@wipqueen715]

I wonder if some moms get sad that they have to teach their children to eat by themselves.

[@_laurapenrose_]

What do you mean by this comment?

[@mrs_h_makes]

Controversial, but the twists and turns pattern is ugly! No wonder your not feeling it…

[@_laurapenrose_]

I am undecided yet 😂 I actually really like the first 2 clues so I think the final clue will help me decide 😂

[@allyinsweatpants]

Such a beautiful beautiful vlog 🥰