Hobbies. So Mind-Blowingly Important I Haven't Got The Words.

[@rosa2266]

Drawing, painting, beginners knitting, cooking, walking, The Peace and quiet is heavenly. What a Fabulous view from Molly's Bench ❄️☃️🌨❄️

[@primalengland]

It’s a lovely spot. In summer we sit and watch the deer in the long grass. 😊❤️

[@Pooky-Cat]

I have a hobby that produces items that have no "earthly" value -but they have emotional value to me and make me happy and if looking at my creations makes others smile then bonus. No wallets are harmed in the making or viewing of my arty endeavours.

[@primalengland]

If they make you happy, then they are of immense value. 😊👍

[@howarddavies3744]

My summer hobby is growing food, in winter I make stuff in wood including turning and carving. I also love walking and I help others by volunteering in Repair Cafés and a Men's shed, it really helps me as much as it does others.

[@primalengland]

Hobbies can benefit the wider community, not just ourselves, as you say.

[@charlesmcleod619]

Been drawing for 50 years, painting for 20, leatherworking for 8 years, meditating daily for 5 years, sculpting for 6 months. It always surprises me when someone ask me if I'm bored since I've retired.

[@primalengland]

Ha! I love that. You know when people say, ‘I don’t know how I found the time to work?’ … Well, I don’t. 😊👍

[@cynthiapate9138]

I agree with you about hobbies. I knit for the foster children in my county. Now I am knitting pot scrubbers for my neighbors as Christmas presents. I enjoy cooking, reading, painting, and the list goes on. Coloring cards is fun, too. My hobbies, friends, and family have helped me so much this year since my son died. This channel and subscribers have also been a great comfort. Thanks to you all!!❤❤ I want to share this recipe with all my friends here… An easy bread recipe… 3 cups sifted self rising flour 1 3/4 cup vanilla yogurt Mix well. Bake at 375 F for 45 minutes. Simple and delicious. In the US, Thanksgiving day is Thursday! So thankful for this lovely channel and Nigel and Molly!!!

[@primalengland]

Right. I make my own bread. Have done for years. This recipe rings so many bells. I was searching through the cupboards today, and realised I’d run out of yeast, and don’t have enough strong flour for a loaf. I have vanilla yogurt that I bought on impulse this evening. (Was that fate?) and self raising flour. That’s our post walk fun stuff for tomorrow. Thank you, Cynthia. ❤️

[@connydm729]

Thank you for the recipe Cynthia!! 👍 I love making my own bread... Greetings, Conny ❤

[@cynthiapate9138]

@ Thank you for caring and responding. This bread is easy and makes great loaves for sandwiches.

[@clarebear4313]

So sorry for the loss of your son 🙏🏻🤍🥀

[@cynthiapate9138]

@ thank you for caring. Grief is so overwhelming at times.

[@spacespace764]

Four more weeks … the ‘wheel’ turns again and the light will return! 🙏☺️ 🍂 🌙 ❄️ 🎄⭐️⛅️

[@primalengland]

That wheel seems to turn faster every passing year. 😊🐕‍🦺🐾🎄❄️

[@christinebrown6154]

I agree hobbies are a life saver. I create my own sweaters and knitting a colour work one. As you say it gives so much pleasure to complete a treasured object. Enjoy your knitting 🧶🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@primalengland]

I’ve just finished binding off a scarf I made just to use up some yarn. The evening went so quickly. 😊

[@DiegoB0525]

I'm an artist, so I turned my hobby into something I can make extra money from. Regardless of whether I make any sales or not, I'm still going to draw because I enjoy it!

[@darrenmirfin8737]

Opposite side of the world right now, towards the end of spring, reaping the rewards of one of my hobbies gardening. Picking fresh raspberries, spinach, kale, mandarins and my garden is in full bloom. The apple tree is fully laden with unripe fruit I'll be picking in January....no pesticides, not herbicides.I like to sit near the lavender and listen to the healing frequency of the bees. In the here and now when you have those moments of clarity and stillness, all is well. Peace and love my friend 🕉

[@primalengland]

Sounds perfect. Enjoy the season. 😊👍👏

[@Dontletthemdullyoursparkle]

I really wish I'd listened ro my nan when she tried to teach me crochet and knitting. I have tried to teach myself and did a neat crochet square but got stuck in a stitch and gave up. It is very enjoyable just sitting in peace and quiet and crocheting. Anything that brings me peace after a busy day at work or being out in this busy world. I also agree about reading to expand vocabulary and the importance of being able to express yourself. So important! Thanks for your videoa

[@primalengland]

I only took up knitting when I was about 65. I got frustrated with trying to crochet, but the girl in my local wool shop told me she does lessons, so…….. 😊

[@Dontletthemdullyoursparkle]

@primalengland yes I've been to a crochet teacher before and there is another class I have heard about that I've been thinking of going to. However, in some ways I find it easier to learn by myself, I taught myself with you tube videos til I got stuck. Will try again though at some point. Weird thing with reading...I used to love reading and would read non stop, carrying a book and reading on the pavement kind of reading but now most books I struggle to finish. I just stop halfway through. I think I don't find the same escapism in them now I'm older (37 as opposed to teenage / early 20's when you think your life might be like that fairytale)

[@mariaetheridge8343]

You are a wonderful man, Nigel - thank you for an inspirational chat.

[@primalengland]

@@mariaetheridge8343 Thank you so much for that lovely comment. 😊❤️

[@Anita-rq9ev]

It was a joy to listen to you again 😊. Your videos give me comfort/peace and it's nice that there are still some sane people out there. I think having hobbies keep one sane as well. Stay safe (and Molly) 🙏

[@primalengland]

@@Anita-rq9ev Thank you Anita. I hope you had a good weekend. 😊❤️🐕‍🦺🐾

[@alanroper5412]

I love being outdoors in the summer, pottering about in the garden or my little workshop shed. But come the winter months I'm indoors. I like to write, i.I'm not an author but I've written three stories and I'm well into to my fourth. I do it for the pleasure of writing, I'm never going to sell them or anything but I enjoy the process.

[@primalengland]

I did a video about writing a couple of months ago. It’s something I enjoy as well. 👍

[@Paintspotsandpaper]

I do so agree Nigel, I like to sit and draw or paint, at night in bed I read. I’ve got other hobbies like pottery and gardening which are put on the back burner in winter. If I don’t do something I get very depressed as television doesn’t hold my attention for some reason, so I have to actually be doing something and yes, it’s a kind of meditation, mindfulness and it’s so important for my mental health. Thankyou so much for sharing, peace and love back to you ❤

[@waterydepths5584]

I started working jigsaw puzzles. Very calming and peaceful.

[@gardeneroflight]

*sorry about how long this went on. You inspired me to take a look back at my life. 🤗😁 I am blessed to have grown up around family and friends that created things with their hands! And they made sure that I learned darn near all of it! 😂 Sewing, crochet, embroidery, knit, tat, quilting, gardening, cooking, baking, canning, a bit of carpentry, etc.. I read voraciously until my late 50s. Learned to make jewelry (southwestern style sterling), simple lapidary. Well, someone had to cab up the turquoise and agates! lol Have always been an artist. Watercolor, colored pencil, pencil and pen & ink. Trying paper collage now. 🤗 Starting to get some neuropathy in my hands now... but just found out I am to be a great grandma next year.... so will be crocheting this winter regardless of numbness! It all brings peace and joy. I hope to be creating up till the end! Thank you for your awesome perspective and the beautiful scenery! ❤🌍🌎🌏❤

[@primalengland]

I strongly believe that we need to be more mentally active in our later years than we did when we were younger. There are no downsides to hobbies and keeping active. It fends off mental deterioration and keeps our joints as subtle as they can be, after all the years of knocks and bangs. I think, like you say, it is passed down through the generations. We are lucky if we were raised in such an environment. ❤️

[@darkangelkate3950]

Good morning Nigel. I enjoyed our walk and talk on your beautiful day. I bought myself some crochet needles and yarn the other day. One winter years ago, when I was a teen, our TV quit. Mom and Dad couldn't replace it at that time. So one afternoon my sister and I sat down at the piano and wrote a song. My parents were so pleased and said that's what comes from no TV. All that was just to further prove your point . Turn off the TV, disconnect the internet and CREATE. I'm talking to myself here too Nigel.😂 here's hugs ❤❤ for you and Molly for these cold winter nights 🌙 🎄

[@michellevegangoodlife]

Love it. There's nothing like happy hobbies. I'm currently on with a great book I got from a charity shop, "The Last Escape" the untold story of allied prisoners of war 1944 - 45. Love soup cooking, made a pot of chunky veg and bean soup with a touch of fresh chilli spice...Delicious! Have a lovely evening, Nigel, Molly & everyone. ❤ 🐾✨

[@primalengland]

Thank you. Hope you have a good evening, too. I’m listening to Brian Cox explain wormholes on a podcast. I listen to Brian Cox, don’t understand a word but come away feeling like I know everything about everything. 😊❤️

[@SimonDeBelleme1]

I am looking forward to leaving the corporate world for good and getting my pension, so I can live in my peace and do baking and crafts. I knit, too, and I paint with acrylics. Even if I won the Euromillions, I would be the same but probably a bit more expensive LOL. Thank you for this video, it's absolutely full of wisdom.

[@barbarawatson691]

I'm with you Nigel on the hobbies front. Summer is gardening, but I turn to needlework and reading in the winter. Puzzle books are a good thing as well. My TV barely goes on Peace and love to you too.❤

[@primalengland]

I love puzzle books. I can very easily lose a whole evening. 😊

[@arthurtrevino9844]

Nigel, I believe that trying to live well is made more difficult by trying to live perfectly. Your thoughts....

[@primalengland]

Oh! Now that’s interesting. Perhaps you are right. Do we set unattainable goals, rather than just let life guide us? If we do set goals, are they our goals, or goals set by people in media who are telling us how we should live to achieve their idea of a perfect life. I think it’s more, letting things go, rather than taking more on.

[@arthurtrevino9844]

@@primalengland Wise words, thank you, sir.

[@Arg0nautA1959]

I just love listening to you Nigel, you are my Slow Life Personal Trainer by now... 😂 Here are my two cents about hobbies: they are so important because most "primary jobs" nowadays are so "virtual", standardized and disconnected from creativity and tangible outcomes that we get sick! Humans need to see and possibly touch or eat the product of their work - instead, most people go home exhausted after a long day without knowing what they achieved - if anything. I worked my whole life with my brain and you know what? I long to use my hands now, and the wisdom that comes with it. Peace & Love.

[@primalengland]

Very true. It was only a couple of generations ago that most jobs were manual, most goods were artisan and people were attached to the world around them by necessity.

[@kathavalon19]

Love the title "Slow life personal trainer" 😁

[@angelikac6767]

Hobbys are useful, less bordem, less snacking and you got something useful at the end 😊 agree with the lady that suggested a sweater for Molly, revelry ( website) has lots of free patterns, see you on the flip Nigel& Molly

[@primalengland]

Revelry!!! I haven’t been on there for years. Not sure if they had a Facebook page at some point. I used to be on loads of fb knitting groups, it got overwhelming, because I was a bloke, and I think I was seen as a novelty. 😊❤️

[@SIERRATREES]

That book, Walden is full of beautiful lines : .... .[ " The truthful harvest of my life is somewhat intangible and incalculable as the tints of morning or evening. Its a little star dust caught, a sector rainbow I might of clutched " ] ...He's talking about deep, transcendent, contentment & the subtle way it manifests. > Oh yes, Nigel, the joys of good literature. Tx !!! 😍😍

[@Mick_Holland]

I like your comment. I've tried reading Walden a couple of times and struggled to get into it. I think it's me not the book itself. I will see if I can find an audio-book version which may work well depending on the reader. All the best!👍🏼

[@primalengland]

@@Mick_HollandI have lots of audiobooks on audible. I can re- listen over and over. I put one on and drift away.

[@primalengland]

I love the writing of the Beat Generation and books written the half century before. Literature seems now to rely on being abrasive and shocking, and the grammar is pitiful, whereas it used to be full of beautiful flowing prose that painted a picture in your mind.

[@SIERRATREES]

@@Mick_Holland I know what you mean. I've studied a bit of the Hindu religion and Bhagavi'd Ghita, which is a story encapsulating Hindu ideas; that helps with Walden. And actually, you can just read a chapter alone and get a lot out of it. They are all stand alone in a sense, like a bible ! enjoy. best wishes.

[@SIERRATREES]

@@primalengland I must revisit the beat generation. Tx for the reminder.

[@happymtngal9874]

Excellent chat today. True words for sure. Where is Molly’s sweater? 🐶 ❤

[@athensr1103]

Yep I've my knitting and painting going and having fun putting up Xmas decorations , lights and wrapping presents = lovely time of the year

[@primalengland]

I’m resisting putting my decorations up, even though some of my neighbours have already. I love this season. 🎄❄️🎄❄️🐕‍🦺🐾

[@ThoseBackPages]

i think we can all chip in and get Molly a proper (legless) sweater! Better yet... YOU make Molly a proper (legless) sweater! haha as for hobbies, i couldnt agree with you more. Hobbies keep you fresh, keep you engaged with a like minded community and is a great way to make friends with others that have same interests.

[@primalengland]

I suppose I could make Molly a coat. I never thought of that. She has a coat, but refuses to walk when I put it on her. She is really stubborn. If she wants to go one way and I want to go another, she will stand and stare at me until I’m out of sight, or give up and go the way she wants to. Which I invariably do. 😊🐕‍🦺🐾

[@ThoseBackPages]

@@primalengland ok, so it sounds like its best to make one rather than buying one. it gives you "hobby time" if nothing else! ha Maybe something like a "cape" that she could have on to just cover her back to trap in some heat on those cold days. i know ive gone on about this the last few videos, but its just who i am :) My Weasley used to wear sweaters/coats during the cold months as he was a small (8 Pounds soaking wet!) poodle. :)

[@primalengland]

@ I must admit. In her earlier days Molly had very long fur, but she much prefers to be cut short. She doesn’t like the heat. I will get her coat out and see how she goes on. Can you see how you are persecuting me? 😊

[@pilpelet100]

With you all the way! One of my granddaughters made me a couple of rock necklaces during her school holidays. They''re beautiful. I'm a busy lady so have to keep the jigsaw puzzle underneath the tablecloth most of the time, otherwise I'd never get anything else done! However, a good relaxation is doing a couple of rows of knitting my ongoing blanket whilst watching your KZbin videos! Thanks.

[@davidmmckee843]

how about knitting Molly a simple coat i think she would like that little dogs find it harder to keep warm love to you both

[@ajohnson6890]

Great idea. lol. I believe I once spotted her in a video strutting a red sweater once. I could be mistaking. I figure her as being a diva. She'd probably rather shiver than be caught in an artisan garment made with Love. LOL!

[@Mcfly3595]

I’ve knitted myself a jumper while I was convalescing from an operation. I knit in the winter anyway. It’s very meditative and research has shown it’s excellent for mental health and switching off from all the crap. I use Symphonie needles too, the cheap ones aren’t good. I’ve got a very creative mind and all my hobbies are vessels to release my ideas. I’d go crazy if I wasn’t making something. See you on the flip 😊

[@SIERRATREES]

Ive never thought I was a knitter, but reading comments like this inspires me to give it a go. Tx

[@primalengland]

Symfonie needles are something I could just look at. They are gorgeous looking. (Why do people have to alter the spelling. It’s not big, and it’s not clever.) ❤️😁

[@primalengland]

@@SIERRATREESgo on…….. give it a go. 😊👍

[@barbarabrundige6394]

I started knitting and afghan for the winter. I need to use up some of my leftover yarn from different projects. It’s very relaxing. ❤

[@primalengland]

I know what you mean. You can soon end up with a huge mound of yarn. I spent all one winter knitting squares and made a huge throw for the couch. I couldn’t use it because Molly jumped off, got a claw caught, and we ended up at the vets. It completely twisted her claw round and she had to have it removed. I still feel guilty. I’ve never heard her scream like that. 🐕‍🦺🐾❤️

[@elizabethlangley5643]

Loving the hat you're wearing Nigel 😊

[@primalengland]

That is one of the first hats I knitted. It’s absolutely falling apart, but I can’t bear not wearing it. I pull it on, and I’m ME. 😊

[@RowanofSalem]

Just found zentangles, small ones, not much of a knitter, but love watercolour, journalling, making cards, and love watching your videos…a quiet and peaceful life ❤ xx

[@primalengland]

I try anything that comes along. Many hobbies may not suit me, but don’t want to miss the opportunity of finding one that does. 😊

[@Retiredinruraljapanvlog]

I totally agree- crochet, reading, writing, sewing, embroidery… oh dear… maybe too many? 😅 I do each one as I feel inclined and it works for me.

[@primalengland]

Never too many. 😊 I’ll be putting my Christmas tree up soon, and although I have plenty of decorations, I’m going to search KZbin for tutorials on making them. A Christmas themed hobby seems so much fun at this time of year.

[@fionasmall4384]

I Absolutely agree with you regarding hobbies. I’m a knitter and don’t know what I would do without it. I knit for myself and my family and it has helped me through some tough times. I love your hat very retro. When you spoke about soup it reminded me of my Mum she made the best soup ever especially in the hardest of times. Mum went through a massive operation and was in hospital for two weeks the first thing she done when she got home was to make soup. I tried to get her to take it easy but nope she was having none of it, it was the same when my dad died suddenly, again the soup was on straight way. I call it her ‘soup therapy’ for mum it was normality and that helped her get through the worst times of her life. Thank you for this sending blessings to you and wee Molly ❤

[@primalengland]

I think we all need something to put our minds and hands to in the bad times. 😊❤️

[@jenniferoram4147]

Hello Nigel, every single word you said in this lovely latest video resonates with my very soul. Thank you very much. To be creative is a wonderful state for both mind and body. Thank you so much for your truly inspirational thoughts and for sharing them with us. Love to you and Molly.x

[@primalengland]

Thank you so much, Jennifer. 😊❤️

[@lostinsomerset6002]

Continuous rain today, I've done some crochet, made some wrapping paper for Christmas, baked, made progress on my homemade journal, done some journalling and thought about my next slow stitch project! Oh, and some reading. Feeling content 😊

[@DP-ez1kt]

I find peace in your videos. 74 y.o. widow lives in US and grieving our elections and state of the world. Going through the grieving process for our planet.

[@primalengland]

The whole world is going through an existential crisis that we as individuals have no control over. I really think we have to be aware of what’s going on, but try to focus on what we can control within our own lives and surroundings. I spend time in nature and make my own little environment as comfortable as I can. I am a huge political animal, and can get quite stressed if I let myself, so I don’t let myself. I seem to have found my own way through it all. Hope you can.

[@SIERRATREES]

Here in the US as well , and share your worries. take care.

[@ajohnson6890]

Another US'er here. I agree that Nigel's channel is such a brief utopia for us viewers. If what we did yesterday pleased us and gave us solace, let's do the same thing today and tomorrow and the next day. Please don't grieve over the election. Don't let the election change YOU! If you're a subscriber to this channel for its content, this says that you are a person of PEACE AND LOVE for all.

[@johngarceau541]

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[@s.kurzeck3020]

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[@donnaclark6201]

You’re right hobbies are brilliant and often useful! What a beautiful day it is where you live! Listening here now on the edge of the marshes in Norfolk, the wind is howling around the house and hubby , the dog and I are glad to be inside ,I may get the knitting out! Hope Molly’s paws have warmed up! X

[@primalengland]

The beautiful weather was short lived, Donna. We are now surrounded by flooded roads and waterlogged fields. It’s strangely warm, though. It’s our own fault. We will live in this country. 😊❤️

[@WhatTheFeather]

It's been a tough and sad year but I must say, I returned to many of my hobbies that I haven't done in years - adult colouring books, bird watching, reading, and walking with my dog. They are like little islands where you can take a holiday, rest, and play. :) Another great video. Hugs for Molly. xxx

[@primalengland]

I tend to retreat into hobbies when I don’t feel I can face human company and all the little nuances that go with it. Dogs and hobbies. 👍❤️

[@kathavalon19]

I love that description of little islands 😊

[@primalengland]

@@kathavalon19 wasn’t it good, Kath? 😊

[@kanellys3039]

Loved listening to you, very relatable 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼✊🏼 beautiful view 🥰

[@primalengland]

@@kanellys3039 Thank you so much. 😊👍

[@TheTenof12]

💟 Those opening frames of the trees behind you & all the colours shown by the snow, perfic. I love my uninterrupted time for losing myself in just being me. I think the cat enjoys it too lol x

[@karenrich9990]

Hi Nigel, as I listen to you, I am doing a jigsaw called "Dognose." It's very relaxing and enjoyable. Unlike where you are, it is very wet and blowing a gale today in the south! Best wishes to you and Mollyxx

[@primalengland]

The rain caught up with us, and now the roads are flooded. I’m just setting off to take Molly on her late afternoon walk. One thing about having a dog. You can’t just watch the rain through the window. I think she’s too old to teach her how to use the bathroom. 😊❤️🐕‍🦺🐾

[@LauraSnow-in3nx]

I love the hand pan.

[@primalengland]

I have a couple of videos on here. One on handpan and one on Rav Drum. I’d love another Rav Drum. Perhaps when I get left a fortune. 😊

[@ShelleySmithson]

Good morning 😊 I started hobbies just before Christmas last year now I’m working at getting everything organized before I can do anything else because honestly I could do it all day everyday! 😂

[@primalengland]

Oh, Shelley. You can lose days, can’t you. It’s ok for me. I can afford to lose the odd day here and there. 😊❤️

[@ShelleySmithson]

@ Oh you can lose days but that’s ok when you are lost in what you love!💕 Although being organized about it is important too so one doesn’t go bonkers trying to find what they need lol

[@cinnamon-spice]

I've amassed many hobbies and interests over the years as I have an insatiable appetite for learning and a curious mind. So I tend to throw myself into something new, buy all the materials, learn everything about it, master it, then lose interest, and on I go to the next thing that catches my eye. I've done amateur dramatics, run a writers' circle, written poetry and short stories, art journaling, junk journaling, card making, rock painting, jewellery making... which I sold online, working with polymer clay, mixed media, painting, drawing, and I even enjoy the simple pleasure of colouring in adult colouring books. It's a lovely way to relax on a winter's evening. There's something quite meditative about colouring in mandalas. I watch very little TV, but do spend quite a lot of time on KZbin. I'm rarely just watching though, I have to be playing games and puzzles online whilst the video plays in the background.

[@SIERRATREES]

Its interesting how these things come and go. Years ago, I had this burning passion to paint, and just couldn't get enough of it, was in awe of fine painters, spent hours in Galleries and went to art school. Whilst I still do it some, the flames have died down ; its funny how that happens, but no regrets.

[@cinnamon-spice]

​@@SIERRATREESI've never been good at "proper" art, such as painting and drawing. I know great painters are rarely born, it takes practice, lots of it! That's where I fall down, by not being happy with my clumsy attempts, and finding something new to try my hand at, that I am good at. I'm definitely creative rather than artistic.

[@primalengland]

I, too, pick up and put down hobbies at a rate of knots. I don’t think losing interest is a problem. I think the problem lies in not trying it in the first place. 😊❤️

[@elainestuttard5105]

Hi Nigel. Great video today. I've just finished knitting an advent calendar for my grandkids. I'm really pleased how it's turned out. A real learning curve when you have knitted sweaters previously. Lots of new stitches. I'm now decorating a wooden bauble. I thought I'd do a peppa pig theme for my grandson. He loves peppa. You are right Nigel. If you have a creative mind it's so much better than watching tv. I also sit on a carrier bag on wet benches. Two minds think alike 😍

[@primalengland]

We are kindred spirits. 😊❤️

[@clarerogers2762]

Stunning scenery Nigel. Glad you knit … it’s great, I knit a lot of socks and I’m sure you’ll get crochet … it is easy really… a few stitches and away you go. Lovely vlog ❤

[@primalengland]

The lady from my local wool shop has just commented on this thread that she will get me crocheting. She does classes. I’ve no excuse have I. 😊❤️

[@jimconnell8994]

I don’t know how people cope without hobbies Nigel. The goggle box not the answer

[@primalengland]

You’re absolutely right. That box in the corner is nothing more than a thief of time.

[@kateheads887]

You would enjoy The Enlightened Spaniel with your love of dogs and interest in meditation. It’s about two dogs who are interested in their dad going off to meditate, so they set off on a quest to find out about all things meditative written from a dogs point of view. It’s a gentle story full of humour.

[@danielig100]

I have always loved flute music, especially bambu flute. So when I retired some years ago, I baught me a flute. And started to play. It is great fun. Thank you Nigel for your inspiring work.

[@myra6087]

I love to be creative. Painting, knitting, bead making,crochet etc. Have you tried loom knitting? You can make woolly hats in no time.

[@primalengland]

I’ve not tried loom knitting, but have seen videos pop up for years on KZbin. In fact, one came up yesterday, and I was considering it again. 😊

[@DaisyDebs]

Aaw ...peace and love to you and Molly too x

[@primalengland]

Thank you so much. 😊❤️

[@kimberleyminnis8937]

Great to meet you the other day in my wool shop, I can’t wait to see what you make next, we will get you crocheting 😀

[@primalengland]

You very much may. Nice to meet you, too. I’ll be back in shortly. 😊

[@fredradical]

Ahhh! I knew it. You're musical also. I'm fairly new to your channel and hearing you talk about your musical instruments just hits home. That's where I usually go. It's my meditation. Still struggling though I've been at it 50+ years but it doesn't matter because it brings me joy, peace, and I love it.

[@primalengland]

I’ve been playing for decades, but I’m only good enough to please myself, but then, that’s all I want. 😊

[@cynthiabonds8626]

This video made me smile. I do have a reading chair; I do have designated space for sewing, crafting, writing. My serenity places.

[@primalengland]

Kindred spirits. 😊❤️

[@Therese100109]

This channel never fails to inspire and re-inspire me! I recently took up neuroart, and it's so incredibly relaxing - pretty much all the chatter in my brain stops and I'm just in the present moment playing with the colors. If I make a so-called "mistake," it somehow becomes an impetus to turn it into something even more beautiful than it would have been without the mistake. I like to make "scrapghans," too - make a scarf or shawl or blanket out of miscellaneous yarn fragments. Sometimes they come out to something quite beautiful, all those scraps.

[@primalengland]

I had to look up ‘neuroses.’ Sounds very interesting. I might look into it a bit more. 😊❤️👍

[@scottmacdowall527]

We pray to see you two on the bench for many more years 🎄

[@primalengland]

Thank you, we aim to be there. 👍

[@crispyluck9763]

I genuinely love this man, like God bless.

[@lisahowes2701]

Thank you once again another great watch for us all. X

[@primalengland]

Thank you Lisa. 😊❤️

[@s.kurzeck3020]

Loved that! ❄️🐕🤗🧶 Peace and Love to You All out there ... and hugs and cuddles for Molly! 💚🪷

[@primalengland]

And to you, too. 😊🪷🪷

[@mariannavacratsa3451]

Hi to the two of you ❤...looking very colourful today ...and the lovely cracking sound of your steps ...what beautiful scenery 💕💕💕 hobbies I have many like you ..would love a photo of your knitted hat ....blessings 💜❤️💜❤️

[@marianfrances4959]

Absolutely, we need those hobbies, particularly in winter. I have a brain-stimulating puzzle on the go and am about to refinish my banged-up crafts table. I remember you saying that the end result was not the goal. I suck at knitting but have a handful of musical instruments and an easel for painting. I also always have a camera at hand and love cooking. Interesting comments on reading, Nigel. Overall, you have successfully encouraged me in all things hobby! Thank you for that. 🙏😎🇨🇦🎶🔨🫕🎼🪡🧵🎨🧶❤

[@primalengland]

It’s funny, but hobbies encourage hobbies. The more I do, the more I want to do. 😊❤️

[@jeanah685]

I love the idea of having winter projects instead of just waiting for spring. My winter project is building a miniature book nook insert, I've never done one but have wanted to. And I have had Hawthorne and Emerson waiting to be read. Maybe this will be the winter for them. Thank you for another great walk and talk. 😊

[@vidyapatel4179]

In London no snow but totally agree beautiful and fresh 🙏🙏🙏

[@primalengland]

We’re having another beautiful day up here. Got to make the most of it. 😊☀️

[@martynsmith2294]

Brilliant episode. Thank you 🙏🏻

[@primalengland]

Thank you so much. 😊

[@queencioch160]

I love your hats and necklaces. I can Crochet but knitting makes me snarky. Have a great day. Hello to Miss Molly also.

[@primalengland]

Molly says hello, as do I. 😊❤️

[@John1963-l1i]

Thanks for this, Nigel. I have to work on this one. Throughout my life, I have tried many different things (playing guitar, model building, drawing, etc.), but I wasn’t good at any of them! 😂 I love reading, and I go to the gym, but I need more than that. Time to do some creative experimenting…😊

[@primalengland]

I’ve got loads of hobbies, and I’m pretty rubbish at all of them. 😊

[@ianwoods1384]

Hello My friend, It's nice to see you upbeat and mentally buoyant. I think you're doing well in these times when you're looking for a job and keeping your chin up at the same time. I've struggled with that in my past. I'm aware, and I know winter/dark evenings get me down. I have projects I do. These projects take my mindset, and many times, I look forward to going home and continuing where I left off last time. Come the spring, I'll have made something, maybe something I can use in my life's journey, maybe something to make it easier. It's great to see you doing well, my friend. Take care, Ian.

[@primalengland]

Thank you, Ian. I think I’m naturally upbeat and optimistic. It certainly helps get through these bad-news days. 😊👍

[@AnthropoidOne]

That dog probably thinks you’re talking to him🤣🤣🇺🇸

[@primalengland]

That dog doesn’t listen to a word I say! 😊🐕‍🦺

[@AnthropoidOne]

@ 🤣

[@chuckbradley1]

I prefer my own company. Never lonely. Just perfect solitude.

[@primalengland]

I’m with you there. Always alone, never lonely.

[@joemabry9643]

On the flip. Love.

[@primalengland]

See you there. 😊

[@markhammond6420]

Thanks for the words of wisdom my friend.

[@primalengland]

Thank you so much, Mark. 👍

[@jobnpauls7421]

My husband wants to knit a hat like yours. Could you share a pattern with me. Or at least say what size needles and how many stitches you cast on so he can get started. How many rows do you knit before finishing the top. He likes the longer back. I’m excited to teach him to knit!!

[@primalengland]

I have tried to teach myself how to read patterns, but now just do measurements and work it out from there. I’m sure I used super chunky oatmeal coloured wool. I used 10mm needles (US size 15). I measured around my head just above the ears, then used 85% for the pattern. I knitted it on straight needles, so basic stockinette stitch an even no of stitches. I threw in a row of purl stitches every so often just to make the little ridges. I think I knitted about 8 inches before I started decreasing. I decreased by about 4 stitches a row, then knitted a row, then decreased again. This was all guesswork because it was the first hat I ever made. I had only knitted swatches before this. The ribbed band is just a practice piece I had hanging around that I weaved on. I think I decreased until I had about 8 stitches, then pulled it together, and weaved the whole piece together into a hat. I made the Pom using the two pieces of card method. I know this might not make much sense, but I have made hundreds of hats, and never used a pattern. I just make it up as I go along. It’s difficult to remember, because I made this about 5 years ago, and have a terrible memory. 😊

[@jobnpauls7421]

@@primalengland thank you so much! I think we can take a stab at it from there. I’m excited to get john knitting his swatches and I’ll try the pattern first. We really enjoy your videos. Give Molly a scratch for us!

[@primalengland]

@ I’m so glad you replied. I’ve been trying to find your comment, but KZbin is very confusing. There are so many great videos on KZbin that take you through the basics to a finished hat. If he likes the style, then just search for ‘slouchy hat.’ It takes you all the way through. My daughter wants me to knit hats for her, my grandsons and her partner for Christmas. I’ll be getting it all on KZbin.

[@jobnpauls7421]

I think your blue hat is his favorite one😀 is it the same size yarn and needles?

[@jobnpauls7421]

@ thanks so much I’ll look forward to watching those. Have a lovely day.

[@garethwatkins6347]

Wise words Sir 👏 ❤❤❤

[@primalengland]

Thank you, Gareth. 😊👍

[@jolandameivogel9006]

Goodmorning ❤. Powerlove from the Netherlands ❤

[@primalengland]

And much love back from a rainy UK. ❤️

[@traceygreenwood1970]

I am having a rough time at the moment lots of things going wrong and my mental and physical ‘bucket’ is overflowing😢 I just listened to this and thought about hobbies and how could I possibly add anything else, but then it sort of clicked , I do need to do this . I started googling crochet after watching your videos and just the thought of it and the pictures of the lovely creations made me feel better already . I’m going to look into crochet and I’ve always wanted to write poetry. I’m going h to start small and see where it leads …. Thank you for this inspiration ❤

[@primalengland]

I, too, am going to give crocheting another go this winter. I’ve got balls of wool for hats for my daughter and grandsons. Hopefully it’s going to be a busy time without the chance of dark moods moving in. ❤️😊🧶

[@kathavalon19]

Nigel I am very envious, we only have rain here in Somerset, not a single flake of snow!

[@primalengland]

You’ll get it……. Mark my words, you’ll get it. I was driving over the moors to my mum’s a couple of hours ago. There was the most vivid rainbow I have ever seen. It was remarkable. People were pulling over just to look at it. It was difficult to tear yourself away. 😊❤️🌈🌈

[@susantomkins8798]

I look forward to your videos Nigel! Hi to you and Molly!

[@primalengland]

Thank you so much, Susan. 😊❤️🐕‍🦺🐾

[@karenebarker9244]

Im SO GLAD you are reading my suggestion to you of Poet of Tolstoy Park. Having visited his wonderful little home near Fairplay AL, I fell in love with his story. I sat in his circular stone house and imagined his life. ❤️

[@primalengland]

I ordered it as soon as you mentioned it. I read until he boarded the train and left his sons ‘and gave his shoes away.’ Then decided I wanted to read it as one of my Christmas reads. Thank you for the suggestion. 😊❤️

[@karenebarker9244]

This pleases me so much. All the best to my friend across the pond ❤️

[@doubledutch4721]

I love my KnitPro symfonie needles. I get the extra long ones as I knit the old Scottish way with the right needle up high under me arm. I taught myself (with youtube) circular needles and found the Noweigen way the easiest. I knit my own socks too. I love the rhythm of knitting, it calms my brain lol the clicking brings back memories of watching my mum as a child. I started watercolors a few years back but recently discovered gouache paint, much easier. I love to read and have discovered poetry. I now make my own butter and bread. I am going to treat myself to a recorder or penny whistle for Christmas and teach myself to read music. With youtube ahd Skillshare online the skies the limit. I live alone but I'm not lonely and there arent enough hours in the day to do all the things and work gets in my way lol I work in the NHS and the quiet after a busy, noisy shift that's filled with my hobbies is lovely. My mum told me years ago that when i got married to get a shed for the hubby as the happiest men are those with a hobby 😊 (back then the women used to gather to knit, sew, play cards and dart practice without a shed): that said, I would love a shed filled with books and knitty goodness with a kettle and heater 😂

[@primalengland]

I also make my own bread. I’ve got a drawer full of tin whistles. They are very intuitive because the holes are set out logically. There are hundreds of great teaching channels on KZbin. 😊

[@ShaunHall-i7e]

Thank you!

[@primalengland]

And thank you. 😊

[@jeffsherman2990]

Nigel, my dear friend, especially if a person is still working, "Me Time" is crucial! I believe retirement opens more " doors" to explore. I need your help!!! What was that beautiful sounding bowl/drum instrument, that you were playing, called? I would love to get one! CARRY ON, MY FRIEND!!! PEACE AND LOVE!!! Your Friend, Jeff✌️💙🐺🌈🙏✝️💯😇

[@primalengland]

That was a handpan, Jeff. I’ve had several over the years. They are handmade, with the notes beaten out by hand. kzbin.info/www/bejne/l4iWZYSafqyfmLMsi=8AXcTduZDZeLEU3K This is the link to video I made the day I came out of hospital after my cancer treatment. I use a couple of them in my Bandcamp recordings. Warning! They are quite expensive, and never buy a cheap one.

[@jeffsherman2990]

@primalengland Thanks, so much, Nigel! I'll be getting one. What a beautiful sound! Good for the SOUL and SPIRIT! CHEERS 🍻

[@primalengland]

@@jeffsherman2990 this cost me £1800. It’s a lot, but I used to busk a lot and play at summer festivals. I have a whole battery powers amp, mic set up that is portable. There are many manufacturers, Let me know if you are considering. They all have unique tuning that lends itself to certain types of music. The first one I got was a Rav Drum made in Russia. They are slightly different being a tongue drum….. (It can get complicated.) I’ve often considered getting another. They are half the price, easier to play and sound fantastic.Evening Light kzbin.info/www/bejne/aJa5oaeHj7eUadE This is a little something I recored a few years ago when I lived on my boat.

[@scottmacdowall527]

A true Scottish craftsman.

[@primalengland]

I think the Scots would have something to say about that. 😁. Mind you, I like their whiskey. 🥃

[@angelikac6767]

Thanks!

[@primalengland]

Thank you so much for your generosity. 😊❤️❤️

[@angelikac6767]

@primalengland you are very welcome and thank you for non political content

[@primalengland]

@@angelikac6767That’s one road I will never go down. ❤️

[@atrampinthehills.841]

Loved that...more wise words...see you on the flip.

[@primalengland]

And you. Oh! And you have a new subscriber. 👍

[@atrampinthehills.841]

@@primalengland Thanks....that's real kind of you.

[@rachell4444]

Im trying to teach myself how to crochet . Goodness me it looks so easy and yet I can't do it . Yet

[@primalengland]

The lady from my local craft shop has commented on this thread. Looks like I’m going to be taking lessons. 😊

[@Sarahsolarsystem]

​@primalengland I was just gonna pop on to say if you can have someone take the time to show you it would help so much. I have been told that crochet is harder than knitting but I see people knit and I'm blown away it looks so intricate and amazing. Good luck to you guys its amazing once you get it especially if you love making blankets cus you can make the chain as big as you're house and just go up you don't need cables.

[@primalengland]

@@Sarahsolarsystem I think you just convinced me. I can imagine the little pat on the head I’m going to get when I go into the local shop to get some needles. 😁

[@Sarahsolarsystem]

@@primalengland I can't wait to see what you make its so fun once you get it I've been doing it for over 10 years and I'm only 31 lol I'll do it all my life. If you can find a hook with a nice fat handle that also helps alot it's called ergonomic it helps you're hands not get cramped when you go for 5 hours straight lol 😆

[@John75Mulhern]

We have Storm Bert here in the North West of Ireland and if you want some wind I think we'll gladly share 🙂🇮🇪

[@maripugh]

Peace and love.

[@primalengland]

And to you. ❤️😊

[@Mick_Holland]

Wow, that's a serious sounding set of needles to lose! I'm a bugger for getting half-started with hobbies: painting, writing, microscopy, guitar and, more recently, the ukulele. I've been the archetypal "all the gear, no idea" mug. The only one I stuck with over many years is photography, but then I went digital and became a victim of the arms race between different manufacturers. As you'll know he technology reinvents itself every 12-18 months and my pocket couldn't keep up. I got rid of 90% of my kit and now have an old Olympus OM1 & 3 lenses and a Ricoh point & shoot digital ... although I take more shots with my phone than anything else😂. I do read a lot but find it tough going when the girls have the telly on - perhaps knitting would work for me as a solo contemplative pastime to be carried out in company. As ever, thanks for posting such a thought provoking video. I'll shut up now! 🙂

[@primalengland]

I too have always been a keen photographer. I fell victim to digital, and got an Olympus four thirds set up. I’ve had an old Praktica since I was in my 20s, and shot on film until a few years ago. I had a darkroom in the garden shed, B+W only. I now use a dji osmo pocket for vlogs, and a Canon m50 with a 50mm f1.8 lens for B roll. It’s a money eating hobby.

[@lynnoorman2144]

I agree with you! Life is so nuts at the moment that I don't have time atm. The only exception to the no tv rule atm is the excellent 'Wolf Hall - the mirror and the light' on bbc I player. I am also trying to minimise my You Tube usage and prune stuff down to those who inform or make me feel better ( such as yourself, thank you).

[@primalengland]

Thank you. Yes, it’s easy to find things on KZbin that can get into your head. I’m very selective in what I watch. I can’t concentrate on more than one thing at a time, so if I pick up a hobby, then the tv has to go off. 😊

[@jonathancarpenter5621]

Word

[@primalengland]

😊👍

[@christinetibbitt8299]

Thanks Nigel. I took out a camera with all the different lenses and it is my hobby now. By the way, knit Molly a coat for the cold. Take care. Hugs

[@primalengland]

Molly has a coat, but she hates it. I’m going to have to insist. I started work as a darkroom technician, then gave online lessons and had an online shop where I sold macro floral shots on canvas. Photography has been my passion since I joined my local camera club at 16. It’s expensive, but I love it. I usually just take out a 50mm f1.8 lens now, to get those bokeh effect shots that everyone loves. 😊❤️

[@aderpaul007]

Lovely scenery, although as I write this , it disappeared. Dare say it was replaced by wind and rain plus a micro heatwave on Sunday ,17 degrees Celsius in certain parts of Norfolk. U.K.

[@primalengland]

Living in the North west on the foothills of the Pennines, we get all the grim weather. I don’t mind. I love it whilst we are out, and I’ve got a kettle and dry clothes when we get home. 😊

[@64534231]

Love this video …I wrote a song last night … felt so good … do you have a hat pattern for the one you are wearing ? You are so right … get a hobby or 2 or 3 or 4 … ❣️

[@primalengland]

I wouldn’t be able to read a knitting pattern if it ran up and slapped my bald head. I just work out how many stitches I need for 4 inches or 10cm, and work everything out on a piece of paper. There are loads of videos by competent knitters. I might post one for people like me who just make it up as they go along. 😊❤️🐕‍🦺🐾

[@ajohnson6890]

Nigel, I honestly believe we, your viewers, are your soul mates. How did you find us? lol. Anyways, I've always wanted to ask if someone or yourself knitted your hats. It's ironic how the opportunity presented itself today. Each time you sported one of them, I had the feeling that you were the critically acclaimed designer. Puts me to shame. I'll stick to my gardening.

[@tiger100ss3]

Hi Nigel I love your channel…so inspirational…have you read pillars of the earth by Ken follett I couldn’t, put it down.

[@primalengland]

I had a spate a few years ago of reading everything Ken Follett. I haven’t read anything for a couple of years (My memory is so bad I can re-read things multiple times, and still enjoy them like it’s the first time.) My friend discovered Ken Follett a year or two ago, and I think she’s reading it, now. I enjoyed Pillars of the Earth. I love anything Ken Follett, but enjoy his novels based in earlier history the most.

[@Williamottelucas]

Bring back philately - stamp collecting!

[@primalengland]

Something else that seems sadly to have gone into decline, along with written correspondence.

[@justmebedford6098]

🧣🍵

[@johngarceau541]

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