Countess Ablaze - Ep. 95 - Fruity Knitting Podcast

[@concettorametta9005]

Lisa Rametta ( Concetto is husband) I ve always felt good about supporting Fruity Knitting through Patreon .Today I’m doubly glad. The interview with the mysterious “Countess Ablaze “ has to be my favorite . Inspiring on so many levels ♥️ , positive energy , #powerofcreativepassion . Standing ovation to you both !!

[@sewcanjo]

Thank you for such a powerful interview with Lyndsey. Thank you for interviewing her and creating a space for her to feel comfortable in and to share her story with us. Thank you Lyndsey for sharing.

[@sue-annemeditationknits7211]

Dear Andrea and Lindsey, Thank you so much for sharing your story. Your experiences touch so many people and your openness is inspiring. Yarn , knitting, creativeness, colour, expression, therapy, opportunity, mindfulness, politics , employment , compassion, love and hope....you cover them all. I will share this KZbin to spread your wonderful 💭 thoughts and suggestions 😊🧶❤️🌸 I wish you all the success for the future. Xxx Sue-Anne

[@kathykeller3430]

Andrew and Andrea your podcast is really one of a kind! You not only bring us a wealth of information about the knitting world but you have introduced us to so many beautiful people who make this knitting community so special. Your interview with Lindsay was wonderful. I found her story inspiring, and after you hugged her I was wishing I could do the same. What a kind, giving and loving person she is and so talented!

[@kimdoherty-smith9780]

Best. Episode. Ever! Such a great interview and Bravo to Lyndsey. What an inspiration!

[@soohyunnam]

It really is the best episode ever. Absolutely inspiring.

[@crochetqueen6440]

I'm sitting here feeling completely blown away. Aside from the autism, Lyndsey's story could have been my own. I don't know if you're reading these comments, Lyndsey, but your honestly, strength, and resilience completely blew me away. I've allowed my past to become a stumbling block, a barrier to stepping forward and accomplishing. I don't have the chaos, anymore, but I do have this.. block, and it's keeping me stuck. Thank you so much for sharing your story. You've been able to find your path forward, and I'm so incredibly happy for you. I hope someday soon I can find mine. Thank you for the interview, Andrea, and asking the right questions.

[@doritbrockmeier802]

Crochet Queen Sending you a lot of strength and love to help you deal with your past!❤️❤️❤️

[@glendadavis7451]

Thank you for such a wonderful interview with an incredible woman. I was not expecting what came to pass during your time together. As others have said a wonderful interview which allowed her past to be expressed. It was so uplifting and will need to be watched again to take it all in. Thank you

[@Tinsleymumsey]

Countess Ablaze - wow. So much good from within. Thank you for making a place for her to share it

[@temperhollow7716]

Countess Ablaze is so courageous and real and it is such a pleasure to listen to her creative journey. Thanks so much for showcasing her again.

[@rachelraye285]

Thank you so much for sharing your story! Such a generous interview and inspiring story coupled with a beautiful yarn!

[@nikkijohnson2832]

How wonderfully open is Countess Ablaze! Bravo for her....an inspiration for all who have seen this presentation! Thank you!

[@TinaReutin]

An amazing interview with Countess Ablaze. A super role model. Good job, Andrea.

[@eileentomaro768]

this is SO much more than a knitting podcast Thank you to you and Lyndsey

[@MrSquirrelDog]

Thank you for such an open and honest conversation ❤️❤️

[@meex1029]

Andrea you have done such an impressive job in that interview with Lyndsey. You handled the delicate questions with such empathy, openness and, while it sounds strange, normality. You asking her what benefits Autism brings her is just such a refreshing way for an interviewer to approach someone and stupidly rare. Knitting and all fibre work is such a human and personal activity for whoever is doing it and you really highlight that. I enjoy all the podcasts, but this one made me cry.

[@1preciouswoman]

Andrea and Andrew, just when I think the episodes could not get any more wonderful, you exceed all expectations! Thank you for the interviews, the tutorials, the travels, the music, and for allowing us into your space. Be blessed always!

[@MsLisaMBrown]

Countess Ablaze, you are one resilient and strong woman. Thank you for sharing your story.

[@margarethiggins1478]

Outstanding interview. Thank you. Such a powerful life story.

[@maureenlewicki437]

Wow I was so moved by Countess Ablaze! You are an amazing business woman, and amazing woman !!

[@doreen643]

What an awesome episode. It brought so many colorful, lovely memories of my visit to Countess Ablaze's shop during my visit to the UK. I hope to return one day! Thank you for being a fiber rock star!

[@AlissaHead14]

I absolutely loved this episode, especially the interview with Lyndsey. Thank you!

[@FruityKnitting]

Thanks, Alissa.

[@karenbochinski]

Thank you for such a powerful interview with Lyndsey. What an amazing woman.

[@amymikelson3060]

Fantastic episode! What an incredible opportunity to see that exhibit. Wonderful interviews. the music was spot on. I love Countess Ablaze even more now. Thank you for all the hard work on these.

[@marujaperezgarcia-estan5249]

Thanks so much for the interview and thanks to Lyndsey for telling so much about herself. She’s really a brave person and very inspirational.

[@DonnaBMacK]

Amazing interview, truly inspiring. Thank you once again.

[@joyharmon1110]

Love, love, love the Van Gogh segment. It is amazing the detail you get with a modern camera. I could see the depth and texture of the paint, not just the brushstrokes. It was like being there. Much more detail showed up than in any photographs in the art books I've seen. Thanks for doing that.

[@BernadetteMacias1967]

Thank you to Countess Ablaze for her honesty. Thank you to Fruity Knitting for your sensitive, but not precious, coverage of her life story. Thanks to all three of you for helping to destigmatize and lessen judgement.

[@crochetingknitter4751]

What an inspirational show. Thank you so much for having Countess Ablaze-I’ve been a fan for so long and am an even bigger fan now. So happy to support you as a Patreon supporter. Keep up the good work!

[@witatter1]

What a fantastic interview with Countess Ablaze. I liked her before the interview and now I love her. She is an amazing person!

[@melevans3799]

What an amazing interview. Countess, Lindsey, you rock. Thank you.

[@doritbrockmeier802]

Thank you for this great episode! The countess is gorgeous and I have no words to describe how impressed I am. Thank you again for the work you do and for letting us know about this wonderful people!

[@sunnyw4148]

Thank you for introducing us to the incredible Countess Ablaze and her sharing her amazing story

[@nikkijohnson2832]

Both of you are mathematicians! You are as exceptional as your podcasts! Beautiful all 'round!

[@Voolenvine]

I loved this episode so much. The Countess and Susanne are such inspirations!!

[@AriannaTremayne]

The strength, honesty and courage of Lyndsey is truly inspiring. Thanks to all of you for making this a really special Fruity Knitting episode

[@helga5723]

Thank you for this encouraging episode!

[@nailealarge7527]

I really enjoyed the explanation of the sleeve calculations for Andrews sweater!

[@NattyKnitterNeet]

This has been a mind-blowing episode. I truly admire the strength of Countess ablaze who has turned her life around and is helping so many others along the way. A very inspiring person. Thank you Andrew and Andrea for another great episode.

[@paulaenglander3920]

A very big Well Done for this episode. Thank you for taking us beyond the public persona of the Countess Ablaze and introducing us to the kind, courageous, creative, generous, hard working, force of nature that she really is. Andrea, your kind and sensitive approach really seemed to help her to open up and share some of the more difficult parts of her current challenges and her difficult past. And Andrew, just saying, I too find the hat beautiful. But a great deal of the joy of knitting is the way it allows us to express ourselves. I can hardly wait to see what Andrea's colorful nature does with it. The adventurous Sosu has some very fun designs that i will have to explore further. Lastly, thank you for sharing the Van Gogh exhibit, both his works and the museum itself- a rare treat.

[@FruityKnitting]

Hi Paula, so glad you enjoyed the episode.

[@Autistic_Vulcan]

As an Autistic person I enjoyed this. If I ever have money for hand dyed yarn i'll have to buy from Countess Ablaze

[@ninawernick6501]

Absolutely!!

[@maureenlewicki437]

I agree!! Me too!

[@susanulrich3965]

GREAT interview with Lyndsey. What an inspiring woman. This was a wonderful show Andrea.

[@FruityKnitting]

Thank you, Susan.

[@genevievebriand4617]

what a marvellous épisode! a great interwiew, Lindsey is such a brave person! Bravo Andrea and Andrew for sharing with us this incredible rich knitting world

[@suewilliams9827]

This interview with Lindsey will remain with me for a long time. I was so touched by her incredible courage to just keep growing and to fill her life with empathy and joy. .She is indeed a superior role model for all our daughters! Thank you Andrew and Andrea for yet another outstanding podcast

[@stradgirl]

THANK YOU for sharing the work and stories of this amazing woman. It is completely inspiring. Thank you for your work Andrea and Andrew seeking out these inspiring artists and businesses.

[@annegallant2786]

Thanks for a wonderful episode! The interview with Lyndsey is very inspiring.😊

[@Rebelmusedesign]

Beautiful heartfelt interview with Countess Ablaze.....amazing lady.....true inspiration ❤️

[@vindeljay]

Thank you so much for that interview with Lyndsey, it was very informative and positive, what an inspiration.

[@craftymystic4868]

Thank you Lyndsey, so much of your story resonated. I, too, was widowed at the age of 26, and been at one time homeless, and could afford only one meal a day. I too have never let that define me, moving forward at all times. I’m remarried now, 30 years. Thanks for sharing. I’m a Patreon, as well, so thank you FruityKnitting! Also have few Countess Ablaze yarns too.......so a huge fan of Lyndsey’s.

[@pattybvt]

Wow, just wow! Incredible story; so much respect for The Countess ❤️

[@susanadams4964]

Thank you for such an amazing episode. I really enjoyed seeing Susanne Sommer on Knitters of the World. She's so inspiring. The Countess Ablaze interview was fantastic. What a wonderful, talented, inspiring woman and what a thoughtful business she has created. I unfortunately had to use Winston's Wish in 2006 and they were brilliant. I'm so glad to support Fruity Knitting through Patreon - it's worth every penny!

[@barbbuteyn8800]

This episode as a whole was wonderful. The interview was incredible. Lindsey is so interesting and the information she shared about living on the spectrum as well as her life experiences and philosophy was beautifully expressed. Thank you!

[@barblynn2433]

Beautiful interview all around. Inspiration at it's finest! Thank you Lyndsey!

[@nicolefields5917]

This is a new favorite episode for me. The line, color, and use of shape from the Van Gogh exhibit, the delightful and playful designs from knitters of the world, and the astounding interview with the Countess left me deeply grateful for all of the color in our environment and in our fellow humans. The interview with the Countess deeply touched me in her honesty, vulnerability, and strength. I have some of her yarn in my stash and I am even more impressed with the yarn and its maker after being granted this very intimate window into her life. Thank you Andrea and Andrew for this episode, and thanks to the Countess for her forthright sharing.

[@gnat127]

Beautiful episode and wonderful interview. I’m proud to be a patron for your excellent work. Thank you!

[@TheSuzberry]

I love Countess Ablaze. She’s just amazing. Thanks for introducing her.

[@bdarci]

Lyndsey is amazing and inspiring. Thank you for this interview and to Lyndsey for her incredible honesty.

[@deboraharnold8587]

Such a powerful interview! Thank you for sharing Lyndsey’s story, what an amazing woman.

[@mrsshankdesigns]

Loving your hat and I agree about loving natural shades in theory but preferring colour. I feel the same way. I absolutely love the sweater you are making for Andrew, really interesting construction and I love the cables! The Grid sweater is so pretty and I love the shawl with sleeves, what a fun idea.

[@ToothFairyPurls]

As always a wonderful episode. I really enjoyed the interview with Countess Ablaze and Sosu. Thank you Andrea and Andrew!

[@cappuccinocrafts2412]

The interview with Lyndsey was powerful and inspiring. Thank you both.

[@laurielecours8426]

Lyndsey has a powerful story and is an amazing person! Thank you for the wonderful interview.

[@sheryltisdale]

Love the interview with Lyndsey, thank you so much!

[@mirjammolenbeek]

Thanks for this amazing interview 🙏

[@rhiannonorizaga8284]

The Van Gogh paintings are exquisite! Thanks for bringing us along.

[@rhiannonorizaga8284]

so good I doubled my monthly giving...and I hadn't finished the podcast yet. but wow that interview with Countess Ablaze. Órale!

[@angelajenkins3952]

Oh my goodness, what a wonderful interview. I cried watching the Countess Ablaze interview. What an amazing person she is! Thank you Andrew and Andrea for sharing her story with your audience.

[@alphabo1]

The reportage from the Van Gogh exhibition was stunning: Thanks a lot

[@pamelamckenzie2685]

Fantastic podcast love all the lovely knitting that you share with us all all the fab places and people we see and our sheep god bless them and all the animals that play their part in our life I love bright colours . love sent to you both.

[@katesander93]

Wow. That had to be a stunning revelation for you and you handled it so gracefully Andrea. I'm so impressed by the human spirit, and the Countess is Unsinkable. How awe inspiring. I'm going to support her absolutely, she's a Rock Star! Have fun in Zurich, theres a hotel there famous for the lobster bisque I was once told.

[@brendasolanki8424]

I too get the itchy forehead and love colour, especially jewel tones. Good luck with your dyeing experiment. Not on my agenda! My head hurts from the technical explanation of the sleeve shaping but I am really grateful for it. Understanding how things like this work is very satisfying. What a feast for the eyes at the Van Gogh exhibit. Thank you! It's never too late to bail on a knitting project especially if it's going to take until 2021!! Countess Ablaze...Wow, proof positive how someone coping with a difficult personal issue can be so successful and such a gift to society. I'm grateful for her honesty and brilliant description of coping with Asperger's and all else in her life. Bravo Lyndsey, you are a wonderful inspiration and role model. Thank you Andrea and Andrew for this beautiful interview with an astonishing woman.

[@FruityKnitting]

Hi Brenda, we always appreciate your kind encouraging comments.

[@chrisb7998]

Wow! What an incredible interview. Countless Ablaze - not a victim, a real-life superhero. Thanks for this inspiring episode.

[@osos3574]

THANK YOU! THANK YOU! THANK YOU....... Such a special person and an extraordinary interview!

[@victoriaisaac3673]

What an extraordinary interview with Countess Ablaze ...truly inspirational. Thank you

[@FruityKnitting]

Thanks, Victoria.

[@annmarieskoglund-anderson2594]

What a powerful interview. So inspiring!

[@branwynnemay]

The Countess has been a kind of touchstone for me through Instagram and her emails for years now. I got teary seeing her and am so grateful for this interview. Thank you, Lindsey and Andrea and Andrew. ❤️

[@nica3035]

Outstanding interview - touching and inspiring. Thank you for sharing.

[@marlahunt583]

I really appreciate all the hard work you do. Her hair appeared to match many of the projects she did. I loved it. And puppy really strutted her stuff...his? He reminds me of my sister's Cairn Terrier.

[@francesf527]

What an absolutely open and honest interview with Countesablaze. Thankyou so much for the honesty and openness Best interview ever

[@bevjubenville2634]

Very enjoyable podcast! The Countess Ablaze interview was extremely interesting 🧐 She’s come through so much, and has a great future ahead.

[@josefinwaltin]

The interview with Lyndsey may have been your best so far. So straightforward and so much presence. Thank you.

[@FruityKnitting]

Thank you, Josefin.

[@kimberlypenney7216]

Wow what a fantastic episode. fantastic interview with Lyndsy. Thank you for interducing us to this beautiful person and talking about her experience with autism. So enjoyed the Van Gogh exhibit as well.

[@merylchesebrough2271]

The world would be a better place if we had more people like Lyndsey. What an inspiration she is. Thank you Andrea, Andrew for bringing Lyndsey to us. ❤️

[@woolenbluebird]

I was so grateful she shared her journey theough abuse. So inspiring for those of us fighting the same battle.

[@johnno49]

Best episode of them all, and I’ve seen them all.

[@nystrompalannetmaria594]

Countess Ablaze - what a fantastic person! Love it.

[@isabelpires927]

A fantastic episode, and I'm in awe of Lindsey, she is just amazing.

[@shirleybeard2318]

Outstanding from start to finish.

[@KKnits]

Stupendous interview! What an inspiring Lady!

[@shirleyvandewetering7526]

Countess Ablaze - you’re on fire!! Well done. Absolutely inspiring interview👍

[@lasheff59]

Thank you for the great podcast. I really liked Susanne's shall with sleeves and the scenery where she lives is beautiful.

[@iamnoraling]

As beeing on the spectrum too, I really enjoyed this episode. Thank you Lyndsey for sharing your story, it gives so much hope and strength

[@jessicaspaid198]

I knew that this wonderful lady was a fellow inhabitant of the spectrum like me! And then y’all started talking about just that topic! I am so excited to see such a successful person who likes the same things as me and has some of the same special abilities (not disabilities) as me. I loved this episode.

[@julie68k]

I LOVED this episode!! And thanks for the reminder to become a patron! I will get that done tomorrow.

[@FruityKnitting]

Thank you, we appreciate you taking this step, because that's the only way the show can keep going.

[@julie68k]

@@FruityKnitting Joined today - Thanks for the awesome podcast!!

[@stefanielechner75]

My favourite episode so far

[@sandydemaster239]

Andrea, you did a super job with this interview! Your empathy shone through - you would have been an awesome psychotherapist! And Countess Ablaze is to be commended for her strength of character and her honesty, which I am certain can help a lot of people who listened to her story.

[@kimlarsen4883]

Lovely to see these Van Gogh but nothing replaces see the upheaveal of texture in color/ paint. These painting were all created in the time to make a sketch. Pure Genius.

[@ApBarr345]

Such an intense interview. Thanks for this!

[@susancarroll3701]

The art was amazing thank you

[@mountaincraftsstudio]

I always love the show but this one has by far been my favorite. The knitting designs were incredible and Lyndsey's story touched my heart. My son was diagnosed with Asperger's in fourth grade. Prior to that it was a huge struggle to understand what was going on in his mind. Of course, we now know he has an entirely different way of looking at things that can be a real asset if you understand it. Good on you, Lyndsey! You are an inspiration. I wish I could give you a hug, too.

[@laura_n]

I'm a little late to this video but wow what an inspiration Lindsay is!! Thanks

[@73lmargaret]

Oh you could embroider it!!! Suzanne Bryan has videos on how to do this and its so beautiful. Best of both worlds!!

[@daniceandrus4177]

Love Countess Ablaze! Courage personified