Episode 89 Socks 🧦, Gnomes 🍄 & Farewell to 2024

[@dorym8045]

I’m pretty sure I know which crafter has the high sock count as I follow her myself. After watching for almost a year, while she does knit fast, I think her main output factor is she knits almost constantly. She knits on the treadmill, watching TV, listening to audiobooks, sitting in waiting rooms of all kinds, in a movie theatre, when riding (not driving) in a car, in restaurants, and even frequently when socializing. A lot of this she can do because she mostly knits the exact same pattern socks and doesn’t even have to look at what she is doing. I so am not competing. I figure I’m doing well to knit and still follow a TV show plot at the same time. Happy New Year!

[@EarthtonesgirlPodcast]

Happy New Year to you too!!! Actually no, That's NOT who i'm taking about!! There are a lot of other sock knitters out there. And as I said, bravo to them and no judgments. That's just not what I want/or how I want to celebrate and share!!

[@JudyRomagnoli]

I love your laidback, relaxed attitude towards knitting. That’s how it should be. Knitting should make us relaxed and happy, not stressed out or competitive. Happy New Year to you and your family.💕🧶

[@EarthtonesgirlPodcast]

Happy New Year to you as well! And I 150% agree!!!

[@monalialstrom8501]

Happy New Year from the north of Sweden. I have fallen into the rabbit hole of making gnomes. It started last december with the Snow matten what gnomes. Then along came Gnatty, Gnock and finally this years december with Gnanas visit. Just love Sarahs gnomes. Both her Grimblewood book and other patterns are by my side. There will be more gnomes! This year I just made one pair of socks and that also feels great as this was the year of blankets and sweaters. Knitting should be calming and give you relaxation, laughter and proud of beeing able to use your hands to make what you feel like in both big or small crafts. Love following your vlogs 😍

[@EarthtonesgirlPodcast]

Happy New Year to you in Sweden and thank you so much for watching!!! I am completely down in the rabbit hole and have almost finished my second one and 1st for the KAL!!! I hope you'll be joining in!!!

[@robertacaruthers7568]

Your comments about not needing to account for all you've read or knit- reminds me of what my childhood (through college years) was: no such thing as computers for the general public so no lists to compare to anyone other than a handful of friends or your teacher. A return to that simplicity, where I'm just happy with what I accomplish being enough, is my goal for the new year. It suits who I was and still am (with no affront to those who see the world differently).

[@EarthtonesgirlPodcast]

I love your comment/thoughts!!! I feel the same way and no affront meant either!!! Thank you SO MUCH!!!!

[@karenmowry4507]

Oh, my! Your sister's gift is truly gorgeous!

[@EarthtonesgirlPodcast]

Thank you so much!!! She's the best!!!!!

[@barbara7035]

Enjoyed very much your "Farewelll to 2024" and further the gnomes are so adorable. Thank you for this new adventure in knitting as well as continuing on with socks.

[@EarthtonesgirlPodcast]

I'm so happy you enjoyed the episode!!! Happy New Year!!!

[@ellenhealey5147]

I, too, think I know who you are talking about. The comment by dorym hit the nail on the head. There is no way that I could compete, nor do I want to. I knit for relaxation. If I tried to compete with others, I would lose the enjoyment.😊

[@EarthtonesgirlPodcast]

Actually, I really don't think we are talking about the same person at all. And again, I'm say bravo to them but that level of knitting is just not for me.

[@dianeloehr1156]

I love the shawl that you got from your sister. It is gorgeous!!!! I would use it every day. Love sheep. Diane

[@EarthtonesgirlPodcast]

Thank you so much!!! I absolutely love it!!!!

[@MarJeEva]

Thank you 🙏 I totally agree Knitting is for me, I don't want to count how much I knit because I don't need to. I'm happy with my knitting et it's all that matters 🥰 Wish you happiness and good health for 2025 🙏

[@EarthtonesgirlPodcast]

You are very welcome!!! and a very Happy New Year to you!!!

[@countingsheepatsunrisehill9019]

Thank-you for a lovely podcast Denise--I always appreciate your book recommendations! Many thanks for those!

[@EarthtonesgirlPodcast]

Thank you so much for watching!!! Let me know if you read any of the books!!

[@lisathornburg1332]

What a beautiful shawl! I love your thoughts on how to feel about what we accomplished this past year. I love doing the shadow wrap heel on my socks.

[@EarthtonesgirlPodcast]

Thank you!! I love it so much!!!! And I'm so happy you enjoyed the episode!!!

[@jenniferbarrett3272]

Happy new year, Denise. I jumped on the gnome wagon this Christmas too. I joined the advent knit along and made Gnana Gnome (as a Gnana myself, I just had to make one). I fell totally in love and ordered The Gnomes of Grimblewood, which I got to open this morning on returning home after Christmas in Alberta. I can’t wait to gnome along during 2025.

[@patsycoats4061]

Happy New Year, Denise. My New Year’s Eve CO is WYS’s Yuletide in a vanilla sock. My word for the year is Faith, I think I need faith that this will be a good year.

[@Janet-ov7zx]

Happy New Year, Denise! I am looking forward to seeing your gnome family grow in 2025. It’s very fun seeing you so excited about this new world of knitting. I’m also looking forward to hearing about your new project / focus. Wishing you a bountiful year ahead, and all the persistence and fortitude needed to carry on through it! ❤️ harpingJanet

[@EarthtonesgirlPodcast]

Thank you so much my friend!!! Your support and kindness of the years means more than you know.!!! Happy New Year to you too!!!!

[@michelleemeneger6559]

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! Thank you for your channel and inspiration. We read a lot of the same books. I read and listen. My favorite activity is listening to a good book and knitting. I stepped up my sock knitting game and having the best time producing fun socks to wear. Take care!

[@EarthtonesgirlPodcast]

Happy New Year to you too!!! I am glad you are enjoying your sock knitting and books!!! I think there will be a lot of knitting and reading/listening this year!!

[@stephhaworth8332]

Happy New Year! Thank you for sharing knitting, gnomes, and books with us in such a kind, encouraging manner. Thank you for addressing the comparison game with us… I’m a very slow knitter and seeing those posts can sometimes be discouraging… I knit/crochet for relaxation and joy…looking forward to 2025! 💜

[@EarthtonesgirlPodcast]

Happy New Year!!!! And you keep knitting at your own pace and enjoying the process!!! That's all it's about!!!

[@lesamatthes7811]

I got the same three sock advents as you and I am finishing off the last pair today. I love the feel of the Cozy Knitter yarn & also enjoyed knitting this year’s colorway.

[@Knit-A-Rainbow]

Just found your channel and really enjoyed it! This was my very first year knitting TCK Advent socks and I am hooked!

[@EarthtonesgirlPodcast]

Welcome to my channel!! I'm so happy you're here and so glad you got to knit TCK Advent!!!! She's amazing!!!

[@MsPenelope10]

Always love your enthusiasm! and book recommendations! Kate Quinn sounds interesting! The little gnomes are precious. I might get that book, all those great details and I love the pictures!

[@EarthtonesgirlPodcast]

Thank you! I am so glad you enjoyed the episode and I hope you love the book!

[@natghys6757]

You had me laughing out loud with yelling at book characters 😂. And your Gnatty is lovely. I also made my first gnome this year and the gnome bug bit me hard 😁. So more gnomes will follow also here! Happy New Year and wish you all the best for 2025!

[@EarthtonesgirlPodcast]

Happy New Year to you too!!! 2025 Year of the Gnomes!!! I'm almost finished my second one and 1st for the KAL!!! The bug has bitten me hard too!!! lol

[@paulamcmellon6171]

Happy New Year! Your gnome is adorable. Thank you for talking about knitting for your own goals and that we shouldn’t look at competing with anyone. At times, I have fallen into the “wow, I’m not as good as …” Social media is hard in that respect so I appreciate the reminder from you! Look forward to your videos in the new year. ❤❤❤

[@EarthtonesgirlPodcast]

Happy New Year!!! And I'm so glad the episode made you feel better about your making!!! Social media is NOT REAL!!! People show you what they want you to see. Some are truly genuine but not many!!!

[@leslienero7884]

Loved the surprise reappearance! I wrote down some of those book titles, so thanks. Worked on my cozy knitter advent socks while listening, I kind of like seeing what stripes are coming up. They were my Christmas day cast on because December is a crazy month for many people. See you in the new year!

[@markishabunn4492]

I agree, I did accomplish several things I set out to do this year but I did not feel like I was racing anyone. I share some of my completed goals only so I can track my growth from one year to the next.

[@lizsullinger3291]

KZbin sent you to me as I sit here knitting on New Year’s Eve morning. So grateful, you lift my spirits. I just bought the gnome book and it is now part of my 2025 plan to knit a few as gifts for next Christmas! Happy New Year’s!!🎉

[@EarthtonesgirlPodcast]

Welcome!!!! I’m so glad you found my channel!! Happy New Year to you as well!🎉

[@karnfamcal4829]

Just ordered the gnome book! Love yours!!!

[@EarthtonesgirlPodcast]

You're going to love it!!!

[@katywuste9054]

I’m really excited for the gnome knit along and just bought the book from Amazon. Love the socks and learned how to knit them from your podcasts as I was always stuck on the heels but have it down pat thanks to you 😊

[@EarthtonesgirlPodcast]

I hope you enjoy the KAL and your gnome knitting!!! And I'm so glad my tutorials have been helpful to you!!!

[@suemettee1949]

Thank you so much for referring the book Invisible Life of Addie LaRue - I listened to an audio book and loved every minute! Thank you!

[@EarthtonesgirlPodcast]

You are very welcome!!!

[@govidgordana2293]

Happy New Year! Filled with health ,happiness and crafting🎉🥂🧶💕

[@EarthtonesgirlPodcast]

Thank you very much and Happy New Year to you too!!!

[@karenh9337]

Hi Ms. Denise! Ur channel just popped up in my feed this morning & Im so glad I clicked on it! I just subbed to ur channel, not that u'll really notice - u have 44.5K subs already! I have checked out ur sock patterns before & then forgot about them til today. I want to try ur Shadow Wrap Heel & see how it's different from the heel gusset & flap technique & check out the fit! I have knit a lot of Gnomes over the years!! They are so fun & I havent meet anyone that doesnt think they are adorable!! I like a higher contrast in my Gnome colors, so the "Caramel Drizzle" (the skein w/white, light brown in it) to contrast better w/the yellow (gold-ish) mini skein is what I would pick for ur Gnome. However, I shud probably try to use more muted (less contrast) colors & get outa my comfort zone! I hope 2025 is a wonderful year for u! Happy New Year & Happy Knitting!

[@EarthtonesgirlPodcast]

I don't take my subscribers for granted or the people who follow along with me. I did notice and I"m very happy you're here!!! Thank you and I wish you a very Happy New Year!!!

[@recreationalknittingpodcast]

Happy New Year! Your socks are the same as mine! 😂. I love her yarn. So soft and cozy. ❤

[@EarthtonesgirlPodcast]

Happy New Year to you too!!!

[@marilyndebban7039]

Happy New Year, Denise. Thank you for such wonderful and calming podcasts! I knit my first pair of socks watching your step-by-step video! I also prefer your shadow wrap heel. Hope to try an Advent Sock and will look forward to seeing you throughout 2025!!🧶🥰💕

[@EarthtonesgirlPodcast]

Happy New Year to you as well!!!! And thank you so much for watching my tutorials!!! I'm so glad they were helpful to you!!

[@christinathomas5822]

You enabler, you!! I went and bought one of Sarah’s gnomey ebooks! BTW love, love your shadow wrap heel, that has become my go-to heel. Happy New Year!

[@carolynblack420]

Denise, your words are always so full of wisdom. I used to keep a notebook of my projects, counting them up and comparing to the previous years. Last year life got really busy - no time to maintain the notebook and my knitting production decreased significantly. I guess I could count my projects on Ravelry, but I know that I’ll be discouraged, so why set myself up for that. As you said, this is not a competition, it’s a hobby. I don’t think I’m going to set knitting goals for 2025 (other than using stash). There are enough metrics in life (anyone who works in a professional role will understand)! Question - For your shadow wrap heel pattern, have you considered adding a gusset variation (to increase the heel depth) or do you have any suggestions for another pattern for a short row heel that has a gusset?

[@ApplesandPeanutButter]

I am knitting Gnicole as I watch. I bought the Gnomes of Grimblewood for Christmas after making the Choose Your Gnome Adventure pattern (4 times 😍). They are WONDERFUL stash/scrap busters and mini skein projects. If you have tried stuffies or amigarumi in the past and did not enjoy it 🙋‍♀️, give Sarah Schira's gnomes a go.

[@EdibleThoughtsMakes]

Happy new year friend!!! What a special and beautiful gift from your sister! We had a wonderful Christmas with family - celebrated a week with 12 of us this year and yes it was a little chaotic but also filled with so much laughter and delicious food and I'm so so grateful. 100% with you - no need to add stress to our lives when there are bigger things to stress over. I'm okay with projects going to the next year, it's just a page turn of the calendar. I'm okay with not quantifying my "success/productivity" and really don't enjoy recapping so I don't do it! We're in charge of our own making and we can do what works best for us! YAY GNOMES!!!!!! So so cute. I got The Gnomes of Grimblewood for Christmas and plan to try out some new techniques on this smaller scale that leads to such a cute result (and don't have to "worry" about fit either!). Sending so much love to you and yours!!!~Stephanie P.S. - I just finished The Lost Bookshop by Evie Woods (pub 2023, 432 pages) last night and enjoyed it! Historical fiction, magical realism, stand-alone book, romance (but not spicey), book about books, lost work from a Brontë sister, based in present-day and 1920's/40's, Ireland/France/England.

[@helencarr5869]

You are the BEST sock knitting tutorial!!!! Ty!❤

[@EarthtonesgirlPodcast]

Aww, thank you SO MUCH!!!

[@deborahsimpson2732]

I really like to see what ladies have knitted in the year. It does inspire me to be focused on knitting in 2025. If I can knit one sweater, six pairs of socks, a few scarves and some cross stitch it will be a great accomplishment. We'll see next year at this time. The Christmas holiday/time has never been hectic for us. Even when I was a little girl the focus has always been on The Birth of Christ and the center of our celebrations. With that in mind, even at 68 yrs. old, we are still not hectic and it is always wonderful. In lack or in much we celebrate. It seems to always turn out really good. And, looking forward to next Christmas with, hopefully, knitted stockings to hand at the mantle. We'll see; hahaha.

[@elaineenstone6834]

Love the socks and your gnome is cute. Thank you for taking the time and sharing your thoughts. Best wishes for 2025. 🇬🇧

[@bettystine8724]

I love your positive spirit. I quote Theodore Roosevelt all the time.. "Comparison is the thief of joy.". I will be watching you more in the new year especially since I am " all in" on the year of gnomes.

[@EarthtonesgirlPodcast]

Thank you SO MUCH! I am so glad you enjoyed the video, happy to have you on board for a gnome-filled year! That is one of my favorite quotes!!!! I use it often!!!

[@lindawatt1791]

I can relate to your holiday mood and I don’t usually add up my year either. At the end of the year I’m usually thinking “Onto the next!” Thank for sharing your feelings and perspective so honestly ❤

[@sandyenglund6732]

Gnome is adorable. Love your vlogs

[@EarthtonesgirlPodcast]

Thank you so much!!! I am so glad you enjoy them!

[@carolynblumert8020]

I just knit my first gnome a couple weeks ago and got the Grimblewood book for Christmas! Thanks for telling us about the Gnome KAL - I am so going to join in the fun!! Always enjoy your posts - Happy New Year!

[@elenabeyers2088]

Happy New Year to you. I love those gnomes. I also love to learn and your different heels have been part of my sock knitting in 2024. I loved trying them out.

[@EarthtonesgirlPodcast]

Happy New Year!!!!

[@lynncrompton6392]

2025 - The Year of the Gnome - I love them too ♥

[@ericallerton809]

❤❤morning Denise 🎉🎉 happy new year,,,,🎉 Loved ur episode,,,, Working on my second pair of cozy knitter socks as I watched ,,,love that I get two pairs from my lovely skein,,,, Love this year s much,,,,,!!! Your gnome is so sweet,,,,have seen alot in Instagram and haven't fallen down the gnome hole,,,,but that book looks so interesting ,,,!!! Might be tempted to try one,,,in new year,,,, I can see using my leftover sock yarns for sure,,, Thanks so much for book ideas ,,,too,will check my library this week ,,,,,, Take care Elaine ❤️🏠

[@EarthtonesgirlPodcast]

Thanks so much Elaine and Happy New Year to you!!!

[@shines16]

I really respect how grateful and humble you are! 😊

[@jacquelinesalem2776]

Thank you again for reminding me about the “matter root” bag maker. I was happy to receive the small yellow bag with the honey comb liner as a Christmas present. I absolutely love it! It makes a great pairing with the gray sheep bag I got a few years ago. They are perfect for socks and small projects. I probably would not have found them again without your help.

[@EarthtonesgirlPodcast]

You are very welcome!!! Happy to help!!! I have that same yellow one and love it!!!

[@nicolewheeler6132]

I love Sarah's gnomes. I've done 5 December gnomes, completed 7 others, and have 2 gnomes WIPs. I'm pretty sure the one on the shelf is "Gno fun like Gnome fun". Love you episodes. Happy New Year

[@EarthtonesgirlPodcast]

Oh my gosh, thank you so much for identifying the one on my shelf. I will definitely add that particular pattern to my collection. I’ve started buying and printing out her freestanding patterns to create a “second book”. I’ll talk about that more in the next episode!! Thank you so much for watching and Happy New Year to you too!!!

[@ehenderson112]

I bought the Gnome book for my Kindle in December! and “Oh gnome you didn’t” pattern. Just a side note, I knit like you, my thumb comes up to hold the stitch every time. I tried to change but I just accept it now. The KAL sounds fun.

[@EarthtonesgirlPodcast]

It's a great book!!! I think you're love it!!!

[@merithomas2420]

Happy New Year to you too! I have listened to the first 3 books of the Secret Book and Scone Society, I have enjoyed them. Thanks for the recommendation.

[@EarthtonesgirlPodcast]

Happy New Year to you, too! I am so glad you are enjoying the books!! I hope you are enjoying the final book as well! I’d love to know what you think!!!

[@shines16]

Love the sheep shawl! So beautiful ❤️

[@8Gammie]

Love your podcast and your beautiful socks! Glad you came back for the books reviews. Really love that segment, too. Happy new Year!!!

[@JustFluffyQuiltingYarnCrafts]

Happy New Year! ♥️🎆

[@EarthtonesgirlPodcast]

Happy New Year to you too!!!

[@christinac4693]

Hi it’s so nice to see you so happy about knitting gnomes. It’s so relaxing doing what you enjoy knitting. Happy new year 🎊

[@debbyflowers1488]

Great episode, Happy New Year to you! I love gnomes, have since I was a young woman and read Gnomes - beautiful illustrations. Your socks are beautiful! You are such calming presence, love to watch and listen, thank you Wise Woman 🧡

[@joannehurt6393]

Happy New Year Denise! Wanted to pop in and thank you for teaching me the basics of sock knitting. Yipee!! I've finished one, has ladders but it will get better and on to the 2nd socj, loo! Jo

[@EarthtonesgirlPodcast]

Happy New Year to you too!!!

[@natalievaneyk9034]

Happy New Year!!! I discovered your channel this year snd I'm hooked. I've read a couple of the books you recommended and knit the Shorty Tab heel. Thanks for letting hang out with you! Happy New Year!!

[@EarthtonesgirlPodcast]

I’m so glad you found my channel! Thanks for hanging out with ME!!! Happy New Year to you too!!!

[@RKCALGARY]

LOL!! I am always content being a chronic underachiever! 😜😂 I know I lived my way. Hahaha

[@Sassycanuckknitter]

Happy to you and I love the way you reviewed your 2024. I too choose to look at what I did, experienced, etc vs a comparison style review. I measure me against me, and for 2025 my knitting planner is setup to reflect that. Last year I finished 6 long term WIPs and in 2025 I will aim to complete that many or more, plus I have some new cast-ons planned with the caveat that I can shift my goals, project plans, etc. I knit the cozy knitter 24-stripe advent socks for the first time this year with some knitting buddies and it was a lot of fun. Happy New Year and happy knitting to you. 🎉🎉🎉

[@lindafrank1526]

Happy New Year 🎊 I got Sarah’s Gnome book too and will be knitting many this coming year. No more guessing what to do with leftover sock yarn. Many blessings to you and your family for the coming year.

[@darlene9045]

Belated merry christmas. Happy new year...cant wait to see all your new projects. Also i am a beginner at knitting socks.. i made a pair of the no fear socks very easy to follow❤

[@EarthtonesgirlPodcast]

Happy New Year to you too!!! Thank you so much for buying my pattern, I'm so happy you enjoyed it!!!

[@normawoodburn9430]

Happy New Year 🎉 The gnomes are cute! I’m just starting my 2024 Advent skein for New Year’s

[@Knitsta]

Happy New Year 🎉 I’ve been on the fence about buying Sarah’s Gnome book, but you may have influenced me a wee bit. I used to have about 9 of her knitted gnomes, all but 4 of them have drifted away…..Thanks for the book recommendation too.

[@EarthtonesgirlPodcast]

Happy New Year to you too!!! And sorry, not sorry about that bit of “influence“ lol

[@Meredith36]

Happy New 🎊! I love the gnome and the socks. Your gift from your sister is just beautiful. Happy knitting 💚🧶🩷

[@midtownfiber]

Omg can I just clap for your podcast?! I just found you through Made by Moomeeno ( I think) and you are so lovely. Thank you so much for the down-to-earth, reasonable goals and vibe! I find so many podcasts difficult to watch because I just find it all so strivey and maybe it’s being in my 40s, or parenting teens , but I don’t have the mental or emotional space for that. Thank youuuuuuu- brb gonna go binge your podcast now.

[@EarthtonesgirlPodcast]

Welcome to my channel and for your lovely comment!!! I'm so glad you're here and enjoyed the episode!!!

[@Cstarsmoon]

Happy the holidays are going going Gone ! Phew 🎉

[@EarthtonesgirlPodcast]

ME TOO!!!!! Happy New Year!!!!

[@catherinekhalili4412]

Very nice episode, as always! I love Gnatty the Gnome! Soooo cute. Love your shawl and all the socks. Here is to diving into 2025 with some fun projects, books and learning!

[@EarthtonesgirlPodcast]

Thank you so much!!! I love your comment and I second it!!! Here's to diving into 2025 with fun projects, books and lots of learning!!!

[@virginiaanderson8875]

I love those socks - you did a great job and the colorway is great!!!- Legacy - wonderful yarn - wool and gnash - looking forward to seeing, and you are so, enjoyable!!!🧑🏻‍🎄

[@EarthtonesgirlPodcast]

Thank you so much!!!!!

[@bonniedesbiens9730]

🎉 happy new year love yr videos

[@EarthtonesgirlPodcast]

Happy New Year to you too!! And thank you so much!!!

[@shines16]

Gnome is adorable!

[@EarthtonesgirlPodcast]

Thank you so much!!!

[@LoraineHumphrey]

Oooo, that gnome is gorgeous!! Thank you for the sock yarn idea - I think I'd like to make each of my sisters a pair of Christmas socks with a matching gnome out of the same sock yarn. I'm excited to get making. Thank you for always being such an inspiration!

[@EarthtonesgirlPodcast]

You're very welcome and I hope you have a lovely time making those Christmas socks and gnomes for your sisters!

[@valeriehowden471]

Thanks for sharing your life in 2024. I don't think I've ever even bought 89 pairs of socks in 1 year. Lol. It takes me 2 weeks for a knitted pair of socks ... and I'm good with it. One pair did take me 3 weeks ... didn't realize until I was trying the heel turn that I cast on the wrong number of stitches on both - 66 + 70! Now I know why they were different colour patterning. They look good now.😂 For 2025, I'm joining a month by month make along with Happy Crafty Homemaker. I seem to get more done when I've got a to-do list. No comparisons, just trying to downsize my stash and using up leftovers. Very cute gnomes. Your collection will be sweet. Have yet to get to your recommended books. 1 in house and 3 on hold at my library. Farewell 2024 and hello 2025!🎉

[@EarthtonesgirlPodcast]

Thank so much for Valerie!!!! Happy New Year to you!!!

[@cookiesmith8545]

Sooooo good to see you again!!!! A blessed and happy new year to you and your family!!!❤❤❤❤

[@EarthtonesgirlPodcast]

Thank you so much and a happy new year to you and yours!!

[@wendybradley8420]

Happy New Year Denise.

[@shines16]

Gorgeous socks!!

[@EarthtonesgirlPodcast]

I’m so glad you liked them!

[@jeannievega1639]

Happy New Year Denise to you and your loved ones.

[@EarthtonesgirlPodcast]

Thank you! Happy New Year to you as well!

[@pathowes32]

Denise, Happy New Year to you as well. The gnomes are adorable.❤

[@EarthtonesgirlPodcast]

Thank you so much! Happy New Year to you too!!!

[@omaam1005]

HAPPY HOLIDAYS! You could be talking about THE CRAZY SOCK LADY. This is her specialty. Note the name. No need to compete. I certainly don't. And I'm not nearly the knitter many others are and am not planning to be althought I was thinking of becoming a Master Knitter but it's a thought. I'm not sure about pushing for that. But I wouldn't mind becoming a Master Crocheter because that is what I learned from my Mother first. But again, not sure about that at this time. I've got other tasks I want to complete that are not craft related. So just be in the place you want or need to be at all times. Life is that much more pleasant when it goes the way you plan and execute it to be day by day WITH GOD'S HELP. Take care and HAPPY NEW YEAR!

[@EarthtonesgirlPodcast]

Happy Holidays to you too!!! And no, she's actually NOT who I'm talking about!!! There are many sock loving knitters out there!!!

[@amandatrask9695]

I also enjoy Kate Quinn books.

[@EarthtonesgirlPodcast]

She's an amazing writer!!!

[@txbarnldy]

Dadgummit! I never wanted to knit little stuffed anything before until now and your little gnome…. Ugh. I am not sure I have time. Gnatty is too cute! I love the shawl your sister gifted you. Beautiful! I wish you the best New Year!🎉🎉🎉

[@EarthtonesgirlPodcast]

Happy New Year to you!!! The gnomes are not going anywhere!!! Knit them when you are ready!!!

[@txbarnldy]

@ that… I am just awed by this realization. Thank you. Why do we do that to ourselves? 🤷🏼‍♀️

[@barbmckinlay5108]

I love the gnome ❤. It’s a must make. I read the “Invisible Life…@ book. It started slow for me but ohhh, it was great. The Book of Doors is on hold and I’ve started the Ellery Adam’s books. I really like simple mysteries and will read her series. Thank you for the recommendations! Have a wonderful New Year ahead. 😘

[@EarthtonesgirlPodcast]

Thank you and you are so welcome!!! Enjoy the books and Happy New Year!!!

[@vadec5909]

Happy New Years to you Denise!! Your channel is relaxing. Love your gnome, and your socks

[@EarthtonesgirlPodcast]

Thank you so much!!! Happy New Year to you too!!!

[@MsMuhammad19]

May God bless you and your family with good health and success in the new year. Peace and blessings to you and your family from mine here in Arizona ❤❤.

[@EarthtonesgirlPodcast]

Thank you so much! Happy New Year to you and your family in Arizona! ❤

[@janetjroberson2581]

Happy New Year, from Swansea, Illinois. ❤❤❤❤

[@EarthtonesgirlPodcast]

Happy New Year to you too!! 🎉

[@donnakarwoski6074]

Happiest of New Years to you and your family! 🎉

[@EarthtonesgirlPodcast]

Thank you! Happy New Year to you too!

[@annelaws800]

Now I have to knit a gnome!

[@EarthtonesgirlPodcast]

They are so much fun to knit!!!

[@maleneschumann04]

Happy New Year to you and your family 🎉🍾

[@EarthtonesgirlPodcast]

Happy New Year to you and your family as well!!!

[@shetlandlace]

Your sister knows you well. Love your shawl. Smiling at your recap of 2024. I knitted, I resurrected my ancient crochet skills. I got COVID again and had to miss a visit from someone very important to me. My daughter got married in a lovely ceremony, I traveled to Thailand and fell in love with the country. So, 2024 was action packed. Busy knitting my way into 2025. May 2025 be rich and full of wonder for you and your family. Books, books, books! I love audio books, and love to listen to them while I knit. I have many favorites, but discovered one this year that I really enjoyed. It's called 'The Hideaway' by Nora Roberts. Part of what I loved about it is that it is Nora's tribute to audio book narrators.. I have some of Kate Quinn's books in my queue. I am currently listening to Winds of War and War & Remembrance. Both of them are by Hermann Wouk, and are many, many hours of good listening..

[@EarthtonesgirlPodcast]

Happy New Year and thank you for the book recommendations!!!

[@camilladiderichsen6349]

Happy New Years 🎉🍾❤️

[@EarthtonesgirlPodcast]

Happy New Year to you too!!!

[@delorisyeadon8088]

Hello D good to see you , Happy New Year ❤❤

[@EarthtonesgirlPodcast]

Happy New Year to you too!!

[@nancymorales2741]

Happy New Year, Denise! ❤

[@EarthtonesgirlPodcast]

Happy New Year to you too!

[@Karin-HuishoudCoach]

✨ a happy and creative 2025☺🇳🇱💥

[@EarthtonesgirlPodcast]

Thank you SO MUCH!!! Happy and Creative 2025 to you too!!!

[@The1952trouble]

I would just like to be able to knit a pair of shorty socks.

[@EarthtonesgirlPodcast]

No time like the start of a new year to learn!!!

[@catlady743]

Maybe add some mohair or a short eyelash yarn to the beard to make it stand out a bit. I had no idea those gnomes existed, I'm going to have to buy a few patterns! Thank you for introducing us to them!

[@EarthtonesgirlPodcast]

You are so very welcome!!! And I take no responsibility when you go down that rabbit hole!!! LOL!!!

[@vickifenlon2235]

Is there a tutorial for using two short needles to knit socks?

[@EarthtonesgirlPodcast]

Not on this channel but there are some here on KZbin!!!

[@kenwood9490]

Not only could I not knit 89 pairs of socks, but my sock drawer sure isn’t that big. 😂

[@cynthiaspear-duncan7661]

At my fastest, I can knit a pair of vanilla socks in 2 weeks. You never have have to say, you don't want to brag or whatever. You always have best intentions and your way of presenting is anything, but... Happy New Year.

[@EarthtonesgirlPodcast]

Aww, thank you SOOOO MUCH!! I appreciate that more than you know!!! Happy New Year to you too!!

[@makeitanywear]

i call it Cheese Week.

[@EarthtonesgirlPodcast]

Good one!!! lol

[@kellyfazekas7831]

So it's a gknit along??!

[@EarthtonesgirlPodcast]

YESSSSS!!! A GKNIT ALONG!!!!! I LOVE THAT!!!

[@debracubitt6191]

Happy New Year Denise and your family!

[@EarthtonesgirlPodcast]

Thank you! Happy New Year to you as well! 🎉