Ep. 8 Sit and Knit for a Bit on a Sunday! PODCAST - ARNE & CARLOS

[@JaneDawsonWiley]

Variety is the spice of life as they say so videos on knitting, quilting and sewing would all be fabulous.

[@beckymcmahon8377]

Yes - keep doing ALL the things! When I'm watching SAKFAB, I may be knitting, or at my sewing machine, or trying some crochet or embroidery. It's all great, and great fun!

[@lorifontaine]

Inspiration of all kinds flows from your home to all over the world, so please share anything you're getting up to. It's all about the magic of creativity and exploration. You are opening our hearts and minds. Grateful for both of you being my companions as I discover new joys in creating. Hugs from Canada.

[@darcicole5530]

Yes to the quilting! And to everything. And I like when you show things in your home... decor, books, cushions, quilts, etc.

[@ottarsdatter]

Your discussion about languages and dialects was riveting! I grew up in the U.S., where we assume that Norwegian and Swedish (and maybe Danish) are mutually intelligible, but this discussion shows that, just as in every other aspect of human life, it gets complicated. And when it gets complicated, human emotions get involved. I was very moved by Arne's comment that he feels so stupid when he has to juggle dialects in various regions. Stupid??? How brilliant is it that you can adjust your speech to regional differences? I'm so impressed by your language skills, both of you!

[@susannicholson9899]

Hi guys, this is me having my say.......show us, your viewers, anything you want to show us, all your projects, tell us all your stories, I know that i enjoy watching no matter what you are showing and telling us! Keep up the good work xx❤

[@finleykim]

I always knit when I listen to you. This evening I am doing a second version of a sweater for a very tiny dog. Nice to knit along with you! Editing to say that as a knitter, I love seeing other kinds of needle and textile work. Everything can be absorbed and can be enriching. You do you!

[@dorindacontreras1094]

I like all kinds of things!!!! Please do all kinds of things! I learn so much from the both of you.

[@sandyrinehart5566]

I always enjoy all your crafts. Cooking is a treat with you guys. Please show us anything you want to share. The algorithm is wrong. You are both so wonderful to visit with and anything you share is awesome. ❤❤

[@meatdog]

I especially like the cooking videos because you guys are hysterical in the kitchen together. I watch every craft you engage in and truly enjoy all your content. 😂

[@witchmark6473]

I love it when you include history! There is an area here in Maine where residents still speak a unique form of Old Swedish that has not changed very much since their ancestors arrived beginning in the 1870's.

[@jvallas]

I agree about your channel. Whenever I read comments, they are very kind, and I think they follow the lead of the two of you. You have very positive attitudes.

[@sandramyer7081]

saw you both today- March 18th 2024 - love your Embroidery with flowers! Arne! And more you do! I used to do knitting but have forgotten But you do a lot of design! Love to see you do shirts, too! Love you guys! And always come new ideas! Sandi Myer at Florida!

[@JuliJensenMahoney]

I love watching precisely because you do love so many projects. Keep up the great work- you two are helping me through an extremely difficult time. Thank you!

[@elenabeyers2088]

I love listening to all that is going on with you. I sit here working on my projects and I have you to keep me company like friends hanging out together chatting about whatever is on our mind. Don’t change a thing.

[@kathleenallan321]

Arne, my jaw dropped when you effortlessly said "embellishment" !! WOW!!!❤ Your English of yesteryears is a mere shadow now...one of the herculean efforts you have given for our sakes! Thank you!! Algorithms are ignorant of the concept of being multi-talented. I love hearing about everything you do and create, from bug houses to fabric to knitting creative communities! KZbin execs should drop in for a month!

[@jackieleipert1950]

Me too. I enjoy EVERYTHING that you do. Baking, cooking, decorating, quilting, gardening, knitting, traveling and on and on and on.

[@aprilwyckoff7977]

I absolutely loved this podcast! I learned so much about languages and the creative process! I would watch any video and every video you guys make. I would watch any hobbies you guys do. I would love to see the dress Carlos referred to. And altering clothes is something I have always wanted to learn. Keep it up and post anything you feel like and I would bet that everyone would watch. If you every want to talk about dress making and making a muslin, that would be fabulous. That is why I knit so I can make things that fit me not some ideal person

[@beverlyness7954]

The reason I love watching your channel is because you do so many different things. I like to do almost all of those things myself. It's like finding a friend to play with by thrift shopping and crafting so many different things in so many ways. Seeing the progress on your home and gardens, or seeing the treasures you bring back from your travels, or up cycling doilies for quilts, or making doll house furniture or doll clothes. All this is very fun to see what you come up with. I watched you make scrapbooks out of different beautiful paper. We took the tour of the different rooms in your home, including a doll house tour. We watched you put sequence on the birds you knitted, this isn't actually knitting either. We, your audience, are watching 'Arne and Carlos' and all that you do. I don't understand how the algorithm determines that isn't what your channel is about. It's the MAIN thing your channel IS about - all the stuff you do. Your channel works well as it is, so I hope you can keep the algorithm happy. Plus the amazing trips you've taken with us, to share Norwegian history and other information about Norway - I absolutely love it! Please don't stop. This is my heritage, my nationality, and you've taught me so much I would never have know any other way. Thank you!

[@crystalwright1504]

I love to see whatever you're doing! Like many of us, you have many interests and you discover new ones as life happens. I enjoy seeing how your interests and skills evolve as it's happening. That's real life! Please share whatever you want to. Carlos, have you considered sharing some of your heritage's traditional crafts, etc? I love seeing the things that make up your adopted home's history but Swedish and Spanish might be interesting too.

[@Auntie7024]

I love watching your videos. I really enjoy all your projects, knitting, crocheting, sewing, gardening, and cooking. Your visits to thrfit shops, yarn shops and your cruise trips. It's all very interesting and fun. ❤😊

[@lindabroun5571]

Having just returned from a fabulous trip to the coast of Norway I enjoyed your discussion about languages. Thanks

[@pamamand8348]

Yes many crafty fun. You share such great ideas!

[@psssstyeahyou]

Today I’m sitting at my quilt stretched out in the living room. The basting is near complete and soon the quilting starts. I love hand quilting and Arne and Carlos are great company.

[@dgalvao9023]

Thanks so much for another great SAKFAB! I knit and crochet; currently trying my hand at amigurumi. I absolutely love watching anything that you do; absolutely all of it. Love the chats about all of the interesting topics.

[@hollyrust2174]

I mostly knit, crochet a little and do some counted cross stitch but I love seeing EVERYTHING you do. Even though I don’t sew there is so much inspiration in what you do; so show it ALL! Gardening, building, cooking, sewing, knitting and just all things Arne & Carlos, please! Also, I’d love to see the dress you described as well as the Dolly Pardon inspired corset and skirt.

[@anushuabhattacharjee6616]

I do look forward to your podcast . The banter between the two of you is so sweet.❤

[@deborahlunsford6983]

I thoroughly enjoy your podcasts even though i am not a knitter. I love to see all the sewing ,crafting, decorating, thrifting, and garden ing. I am an American who has been living in Québec Canada with my husband and now grown children for 34 years. I speak french so i found your discussion about language and dialect and regional differences very interesting. Thank you for all you do.😊

[@sharyncolca3619]

I love watching you guys and Kate while I work on my projects. I believe I work more like Arne though I try to be more organized. It just doesn’t last very long. I am also ALWAYS working on something so I have projects that I find many years later. 😂

[@MarinaMandarinaWoolyWorld]

I love this episode! I enjoy listening when you talk about Scandinavian traditions and languages similarities and differences. I was born in Latvia, and our culture and traditions are very similar to yours. I had to move to UK 19 years ago, I love it here, but I miss our culture and people a lot, and when you talk about it, I always smile. Thank you ❤ I was knitting a scrap blanket utilising all sock yarn leftovers when I started watching this episode, then for the last 20 minutes my dog came to me demanding hugs, and I finished this episode hugging my furr-baby, he is very warm and cozy Cavapoochon

[@janecornell4890]

You steek and are scared of a seam ripper? I have a seam ripper and am scared of steeking! Crazy! I love seeing everything you present. Razzle dazzle us with a multitude of your loves! Enjoy your cruise and I am looking forward to hearing your stories! Cruise,fun....packing,ugh!

[@magdavanzyl6141]

Arne don't feel stupid. Languages open the world to us. The more you understand, the greater our understanding of cultures/differences/the world❤. It is amazing that you can do it. Must say your channel and Kates last homely house, are my feel good channels. Be safe.❤

[@kathleensneider6437]

I enjoy your discussions of all the crafts and hobbies. Even though I might not do all of them, it is interesting to understand more about other crafts. Thank you for your podcasts. I am a 76 year old grandma, knitter from Wisconsin. We have a fair amount of people from Scandinavia in our state. I often knit during your podcasts, or sometimes wash the dishes.

[@pennypark9070]

I love seeing and hearing about all your creative projects, and your garden and shopping trips. Thank you for all your content. 🙂

[@carolroberts132]

I enjoy all your crafts and your thought processes in achieving them. I am also fascinated by language, so love it when you talk about the differences and similarities between the Scandinavian languages and dialects. As for your archive, a video showing what you have and the stories behind them would go down very well too.

[@58calangel]

I too have a lot of hobbies, so I love everything you guys do. So interesting hearing about the many languages and dialects that you both speak. Always a treat to watch you both!

[@karenhalvorson1932]

Yes! Keep doing all the various crafts!

[@sharonabrishaman1987]

The variety of projects is what I enjoy about your channel. Please keep up the great programs.

[@Knittingmylifeaway]

😂😂😂😂😂😂 oh my goodness. Yes, it's the SUITS who shrank. I'm sure everything I have from my 20s have shrunk, too!😂😂😂 Thank you, dear, for the laugh!

[@dianelammers1876]

YES to all the things! Love to see all your creative adventures.

[@lorettazaharias9692]

😍love the variety of things that you talk about... dialects, travels, shows, dolls, dollhouses, garden, shopping, knit, paper piecing, cooking, everything...I finished knitting a hat for Seaman's Church Institute : Christmas as Sea project while watching this. 🤠

[@amandamurray299]

I love seeing and learning about all the multi-crafts you are working on. I too have multiple hobbies and crafty interests. That’s what keeps us happy.

[@ARNECARLOS]

That is so true, always something new to explore

[@mirabell9362]

Thank you for asking and all your inspiration, I prefer knitting and crochet, but enjoy seeing you do other things too. Love from the UK

[@jacquelinesmalley9306]

Hello knitting my husband a jumper with cable. Enjoying knitting learning so much from watching you tube and enjoy listening to your chats as I knit. Thanks for all your time and effort recording these very much enjoyed. Listening in the Uk after evening dinner before bed.

[@sharyncolca3619]

I am a MANY hobby kind of person so I love when you add a variety of your hobbies

[@marthawakefield6605]

Lucky you being with Kate.

[@constancemacallister4509]

I love all of your content - but the language discussion was a highlight for me! Thank you ❤

[@nicolelafontaine1720]

I am mainly a knitter but I am always interested in everything you make. I find your creativity very inspiring. I loved your discussion on languages.

[@elizabethcastratarocapua]

I love to watch everything you are doing, Also all the places you travel to. I enjoy my coffee and knitting while listening. Thank you for always sharing with us.Also I am interested in everything you craft. For me, that is how I learn what is out there.

[@roxannelawrence8962]

I am not a knitter but I also enjoy just the chat but yes to Everything!! Love watching you two.

[@nancywagner1510]

I’m interested in everything you guys do….and since I’ve been trying to learn Swedish for over 50 years I’m fascinated by your description of the different accents and regional dialects among the countries. So bring it all on! I’ve never been bored by anything you have discussed or shown us. And……I want to see that ladder!

[@patriciamm9859]

I am drinking tea while knitting a Musselburgh hat - my first ever. Enjoyed the episode as always. Thanks for your continued dedication to this podcast.

[@tinatrujillo4260]

I am not a knitter ...but I love watching you both , every thing you talk about ,and show is always so interesting!

[@NanCordy]

Thank you for asking for our input; I love the variety you offer because I've had small experience in a variety of areas and you inspire me.

[@susannelson3637]

I am primarily a knitter, but I enjoy the variety of crafts you present. Keep it up.❤❤

[@marieinmichigan1373]

I love that you cover such a wide variety of topics. Don't stop, please!

[@lucindakubitz8193]

Good afternoon from Michigan. We just lost an hour (hopefully not of knitting time!) as we jumped ahead in time for Daylight Savings Time. That gives us more light in the evening. Have fed the cats 1st & 2nd breakfast and just finished smoked salmon & cream scrambled eggs. Now drinking coffee and listening to you. When this gets done I have to look for my 2.5 mm sock knitting needle that went missing last night!😢

[@rosemarywinter1840]

Yes please I love both sewing and knitting, I’m with you lots of hobbies xxx

[@tamelaschandel1528]

I believe most of us watch you both is because of the diversity of your videos. You are never boring.

[@joanmaltby2160]

EVERYTHING ❤️ I think so many of us have more than one hobby, and it’s fun to see what you are doing. I switch it up too. Variety lets us learn new things, and gives inspiration. Keep it up!

[@sheilamann6721]

Always enjoy hearing your design story. Yes yes please , love to see your archive of designs

[@susanteminsky1078]

Please keep showing us all the things. I came for the knitting and have been inspired to finish a tricky cross stitch project, make up little knitted toy accessories and just now started an Agnes Quilted Cushion from Kate!! Love hearing about your adventures and your life in Norway!

[@catnapper3923]

Thanks for the interesting language discussion. We are “word students” in our house; we love languages. My husband is studying old Norse and we watch a lot of Nordic noir TV. What surprises me is that I’ll be happily listening to Icelandish and reading the subtitles when a Danish ship lands and the spoken language is effortless English, their common language. It surprises me because I’d have thought they’d be able to speak to each other on one or the other Nordic language. And the Danish close to the German border! I can hear the difference. It is so interesting to think of the influences. And “kids”! I’m fluent in French and when I hear things like “le football” (which isn’t football, it’s soccer) and “le French fry” I am really struck at how infiltration works. Carlos, you are an amazing and gifted polyglot. I should have mentioned that to you years ago. You have a gift for language. I would avoid using words like “schlep,” though. It’s too - hmmm- consciously fluent. You two are wonderful, thank you.

[@rebeccabenjamin3232]

I really enjoy seeing all of your projects, hobbies, interests and skills. Please keep a wide variety of topics and tutorials!

[@donnacarmean2024]

I really enjoy the fact that you both do so many different things and travel . It’s so interesting and not the same type of project each time. I have many projects in progress and get inspired with each broadcast. I really like the quilts you are working on with the old linens. That is very practical and different from my experience. Keep up the great videos and the ideas coming ! Am using your book to learn toe up socks today . Always do what you do! ❤️🧶

[@kimbass9530]

I like to see everything y’all do. I like to do nothing but watch you guys ! I do so much during the day I need some down time! You guys make me laugh!! Thanks!!

[@jackieleipert1950]

I also enjoy when you speak about your history of your design days.

[@alysonrodrigues122]

What a super episode. So interesting re the language discussion. 😊It makes so much sense that Norse would form the basis of English. 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 Arne, you're such an inspiration. It's so important to hold on tightly to the roots from whence one hails. Your values are exemplary and the conversation so fascinating. I would love A &C to continue to offer an eclectic smorgasbord of creative brilliance. What you have been sharing is as good as it gets. Thanks guys. ❤❤

[@tpoole69]

Please do all the things. The diversity of making is really nice- appeals so much and seems more natural to your channel. Thank for another super podcast / video.

[@vickistretch7271]

We love seeing all your crafting projects.

[@mechellesharp7514]

I am a knitter and not a quilter. Sooo, love to look at quilts but really love your knitwear guidance very much! ❤ love the cooking!!!! you guys make me smile and laugh too! Tusen Takk!

[@lisarussell3845]

I loved this episode. The segment on your knitwear career and the dialects was fascinating. Learned a lot. Thank you.

[@randi-marie7139]

I love seeing ALL the things you make and do.

[@anniekoch7250]

The story of the dress is fascinating! I’d love to see the dress and hear a detailed story and demonstration of how you made it. You guys make my life so much fun. Thanks you! 😊

[@cherierash6390]

I love listening to you and all your projects. I also have many projects. I vote for seeing Quilting, knitting, design and all the other projects you are doing. Variety makes life more interesting. I am finishing a project, a knitted shawl for my daughter's birthday while I watch sit and knit for a bit. :)

[@beverlygarner7996]

Love the diversity of crafts!❤

[@francesc.2922]

I enjoyed your discussion on language - very interesting! Thumbs up for variety on Sit and Knit for a Bit!

[@julbea]

I love all the different projects you do and when you share them with us. I too do many.

[@beckyjohnson9917]

Yes yes yes! Many hobbies is what interests me, I wear many hobby hats and have tried so many things. I so appreciate all you do and share❤

[@bonniemanchester7438]

I'm on my elliptical but all get back to knitting my socks...I'm loving knitting them. I love everything you do. You both keep it real by flitting back and forth with your projects. I love all you do.

[@SarahSEWS2]

Ahh, I love ALL of your crafts and we love see what you are doing! Show us all! 😊

[@carolekiernan296]

Absolutely loved the language lesson so fascinating! Love you guys and all your interests. I believe many people are interested in a number of hobbies and crafts

[@sherimcdonough663]

Love seeing all that you both do crochet/knitting/sewing/painting/ gardening/ doll house/journaling / cooking/ baking/embroidery/ thrift shops/Freja all you share with us oh books too

[@sonicmum1966]

❤I love all the things you do, you inspire me to try new things and I have learnt a huge amount from both of you, so thank you both x

[@deniseburger7702]

I love seeing all of your crafts. Please continue! I've enjoyed the language discussion too. I attempted to learn a little Norwegian before we visited some years ago, but everyone we met spoke excellent English and I didn't use my few skills.

[@Chrisesparkle]

I’m primarily a knitter but I really enjoy learning about all of your interests especially the interaction between design inspiration and colour. . Carlos mentioned it was difficult to teach colour but I remember one of your episodes set in an hotel area where you both discussed this in detail. Also I really enjoy learning about the history of the Scandinavian countries, particularly Norway and their traditions and influences, mentioned in SAKFAB. Thank you both for all of the thought and time which goes into your fortnightly ‘chats’ and story telling😀

[@pgrove7176]

Such a wonderful podcast! Loved hearing how you move between dialects & languages - so fascinating….for those of us who only speak 1 language. Just wonder what is happening in the brain when slip in & out of dialects/languages as you do it so seamlessly on podcast! So impressive! Thank you for sharing!

[@devoted2knit177]

What a wonderful video!!! Thank you so much for all the discussion about languages and dialect.

[@lisas7025]

I am crocheting a shawl as I watch this. It is so interesting to hear about the designs you have created in the past and see them. I hope you have a wonderful cruise with Kate and can't wait to hear all about it. Thank you for explaining about the different languages. It always amazes me how you can speak so many different ones!

[@beckyclemens6020]

I’m mesmerized about your discussion on your different dialects. When I visited some friends in Germany years ago, they tried to explain to me their father’s dialect was more “low German.” He would need to change his dialect when speaking to his children. Also, they lived in Ostfriesland, & I met a friend of theirs who could speak the “Frisian” dialect. To Americans it can be mind blowing.

[@pegpage8618]

I love the variety of you channel also. Thanks for the inspiration.

[@meatdog]

I'm sipping on my seafood bisque, petting my new dachshund puppy and planning my next quilt project. I have my crochet blanket project out to work on. If someone does not like to watch, just move on. I love you both so much and so enjoy spending a bit of my Sunday with y'all. ❤

[@terrimccaskill2954]

Love to see ALL the things. Please keep the variety

[@paulaphillips9745]

I don't even knit and I love watching your channel. So...I like when you show other crafty things.

[@paulaphillips9745]

I enjoy quilting, rug hooking, slow stitching, penny mats etc.

[@larkrandall5771]

I love seeing everything but especially love the knitting!

[@artaberns364]

I love everything you two do. But I'm really into quilting and fabric art. However, I enjoy listening to you talking about your trips, cooking, and knitting. Keep up the great podcast. Enjoy your cruise with Kate, and I'm looking forward to seeing all the things you make and bought.

[@JR-cx2iw]

I like the variety you give us. Looking forward to learning more from you. You two are so creative and inspiring please continue don't pay attention to the algorithm

[@chrissy8883]

I love to see everything you do!❤️❤️❤️

[@Lei-Lei27]

Yes please! More quilting and sewing (and knitting and decorating and poodles and moose stories)

[@thenewquiltinglifewithjanice]

I love the way your doing your video already a little of everything, love you guys and I love watching the both of you handsome men. Thanks for sharing your beautiful work with all of us. I'm very grateful😊

[@patricia753]

Arne and Carlos, I love your channel, and I really enjoy the variety!! I love to just be in on one of your conversations, and I love to hear and see clips of your cruises, and hear about your family's. I love to see all your crafts and decorations!! Your cooking and baking videos are so fun, and Everytime I see Dolly Parton bake mixes, 😂 I think of you guys and a smile comes to my face! Love to you, Thank you for your video's!

[@ARNECARLOS]

😍😍😍