Shetland Wool Week 2018 - Ep. 63 - Fruity Knitting

[@helga5723]

Thank you so much for sharing SSW - I have been to shetland a few years ago but not to SSW. It´s so beautiful there as you said. I really want to go back there once!

[@vickistockley1711]

Oh my goodness such a wonderful episode. I have discovered this podcast and absolutely love Andrew, Andrea and the way they have organized the program. Very entertaining and love to see the chemistry between both of you! I could listen to Hazel talk forever just love that accent! You have the best podcast I have ever seen! I am watching all of them from the first and bookmarking my faves. I hope to visit all of these beautiful places someday and the dream would be to retire somewhere there. Even my husband had to lean over and take a look and a listen to this episode! Thank you for such a wonderful and entertaining podcast! I am absolutely addicted! I have joined as a patron as it is totally worth it to express gratitude for all the hard work that you can tell is put into producing this wonderful and informative podcast series. I cannot wait to watch the next one!

[@natashahanson2875]

What a gift your programming is. Your filming is world class. When the Shetland woman was talking about the weather and the colors of Shetland, I so appreciated your beautiful, well thought out footage. Thank you. From a long time fan.

[@teresaprice5070]

I wept during Elaine Nicolson's segment: my mother passed recently in May, and I saw dementia taking hold in the months before. Elaine's explanation about the knitted textile she created from her mother's hap design is beyond poignant and the textile is spectacular...thank you, Andrea, for providing such an avenue for me to grieve properly; and thank you, Elaine, for inspired textiles with personal stories!

[@ЗульфияЭфендиева-ъ4ч]

Хейзел -мой кумир в вязании! Обожаю ее мастерство! И еще мне нравится ее скромность и чувство юмора. Долгих лет ей в жизни и творчестве! Андрю и Андреа,вам огромное спасибо за то,что дарите всем,кто увлекается и живет вязанием,возможность слышать и видеть таких мастеров! Творческих успехов вам и многжества счастливых лет вместе!С уважением из Дагестана.

[@kathryngrant8313]

Andrea, I was amused to see you feeling insecure about being seen as an accomplished knitter! You need not have any fear of that, you are an inspiration. I have always been a “good enough” knitter, often not bothering to go back and fix mistakes. You have modelled such quality, it is prompting me to be more willing to go back and do-over sometimes. Thanks again for a great show, I’m looking forward to the rest of the SWW episodes. I had seriously considered going this year and decided against, but this has got me thinking I might....

[@terinaobrien8245]

What a fantastic podcast! Thanks for bringing the Shetland experience to those of us who didn’t attend for whatever reason! I’ve downloaded the pattern for the mitts (thanks for the discount code) and ordered the wool already! I’m thinking presents for my daughters - they’re beautiful. The ladies you interviewed all seem so gentle and lovely - not to mention skilful, I am in awe. Great episode Andrea and Andrew 👍

[@kristinehammond6670]

Many, many thanks yet again for your amazing podcast. We all gain so much when we watch your podcasts whether through inspiration, instruction, tips and techniques, the sharing of the love of knitting, getting to know the wonderful world of knitting and knitters. It is through podcasts like yours that spread the joys of knitting that the world of knitting is growing - more yarns and patterns available, more instructive videos etc etc. You have around 26,000 subscribers, wow, but only 1,921 patrons, so disappointing.... I really hope that more of your subscribers appreciate the work involved and understand the influential impact you are having and take the next step and become patrons to support your work. Again, many thanks.

[@FruityKnitting]

Thank you Kristine, we really appreciate every thing you are doing to support the show.

[@dee4174]

I'm not from Shetland, but the sound of a knitting machine was very much part of my childhood in the 1970s. My Mum made many 's school jumpers, striped tank tops and cricket jumpers for "pin" money. For me it is a happy sound. Xxx

[@FrancescaCaricato64]

In the 70s knitting machines were very popular in Italy too, I remember my mother working on her "Brother"!

[@dee4174]

@@FrancescaCaricato64 My mum's was a Brother flat bed too. X

[@rmcn8173]

Fantastic program. I became interested in Shetland when I saw your earlier episode with Wilma and Terri Malcolmson. Because of that, I was able to take an online class with her from Maryland. USA. She is a bright light and has many generations of Fair Isle knitting in her blood. I absolutely love her designs on her Terrilaura website and I am so happy you were able to highlight Terri. Hazel is so talented but through your segment I was able to see how much fun she is as well! I thought it was nice to see how you incorporated modern textile arts as well. The fabric based on dementia ad Alzheimers was especially poignant since I know many people with loved ones fighting that memory stealing disease.

[@thizizliz]

Wow, all that speed and creativity too. Most impressive.

[@wendybrookes1878]

Another wonderful episode. It was so nice to see my friend Jan from Toronto. What a surprise to see someone I know on your channel. Many thanks

[@FruityKnitting]

Hi Wendy. It was really fun doing those interviews - our little vox pop! Thanks for watching. A + A.

[@operacat1]

I just got back from Shetland Wool Week, so lovely to see views of Shetland again, and all the garments in the Museum. Loved also the interview with Hazel Tindall.

[@dortheviemose7462]

It was SO lovely to hear Elisabeth Johnsons speech again, having heard it on WoolWeekWellcome. I tried to explain my family about her calm voice and kind of understated humour, but of course I couldn't. And now 35 minutes into this episode, I'm just happy seeing it all again. Simple as that. Happy and longing to be back.

[@nancybwilborn6752]

Totally fascinated by this entire program. Loved the scenery, the people, the way of life and of course, all of the beautiful knit work. Thank you so much for all of your hard work.

[@jilliandouglas8056]

So wonderful to see ep 63... thank you! Shetland Wool Week is definitely on my bucket list. I have just signed up as a Patron... please don't ever stop doing what you both do so well. It has been so good to follow you on your knitting/sewing journeys, and to hear your Aussie voices. I live in Wangaratta North now, and know Albury (and Bright) very well, having lived in NE Victoria for over 40 years. You mentioned the classic old haberdashery store in Albury in one of your early episodes... it was Abikhairs. They always seemed to have old-style corsets in the window at the front door... the sort my grandmother used to wear. I have been knitting and sewing since I was six, crocheting since my late teens, and spinning since mid-twenties. What a joy to discover so many new skills and techniques to learn, now that I have retired from teaching.... love it! I am also on Instagram, as annagrace49; not many photographs yet, but I plan on putting my past and present projects on there. Thank you so much, Andrea and Andrew, for such informative and inspiring podcasts... you are feeding my crafty addictions. Bests... Jillian D

[@FruityKnitting]

Hi Jillian, that's very cool that you also remember Abikhaurs. It was a fascinating shop for a young girl. It also had a very particular smell. I performed at a lot of music eisteddfods as a child in Wangaratta, so I know it well.

[@kayjeanne8346]

Lovely episode and I love your blouse with the dachshunds!

[@elinarlowry7897]

Another wonderful video! Andrea, you have such a good rapport with the people you interview. They are able to relax and share the things that delight and motivate them to create beautiful things. Thank you!

[@andreafalotico1841]

Andrew and Andrea, I just signed up for a patron account. I look forward to the podcast every few weeks and I absolutely love it. Thank you for pointing out what percentage of you viewers are patrons. We should be willing to pay for a quality podcast just like if we want a well written knitting pattern.

[@FruityKnitting]

Thank you Andrea

[@felicitycleave8604]

Thankyou so much for another First Class episode. I have just become a Patreon because you continue to deliver such enjoyable and inspiring interviews. The quality of filming and sound are second none, it shows how much forward planning goes into everything you do. I especially enjoyed Hazel Tindall, and her approach to knitting 'no purling ' was great.

[@FruityKnitting]

Thank you Felicity!

[@patziegler9533]

Gorgeous footage of the Island! I enjoyed that immensely and of course you two always provide such interesting content. Still think Fruity Knitting is the best knitting podcast out there and look forward to seeing more of Shetland Week in the future. Thank you so much Andrea and Andrew💞

[@elissamcgahren8473]

Thanks for taking us with you, what a lovely job you two do for us!

[@Sternenelfin]

Dear Andrea and Andrew, thank you so much for this interesting Podcast 😃👍🏻. The dialect of Elaine reminds me of the Swiss dialekt.. Love to listen to it. Looking forward to more from the Shetlands 😃😃. Liebe Grüße Annette

[@dawnanderson2951]

Thank you for sharing this! It is wonderful to learn more about these events since I don't get to travel much. Such a beautiful place! I am in awe of the talent!

[@beateschade6751]

Ich verstehe kein Wort ,da ich kein Englisch kann ,aber ich bin so begeistert ,man würde von diesen vielen tollen Handwerkskünatlern nichts wissen ,Vielen Dank für die schönen Ideen LG

[@lorindaturner4575]

Elaine NIcolson's scarves are truly beautiful and I loved hearing the story behind it. Great episode, I hope to get to Shetland wool week one year

[@silviav760]

Beautiful episode, I loved it, I hope to one day travel those islands, because although we could say that there was once a horrible war between Argentina and Great Britain, many islands of the south Atlantic are so similar. The very south of the Argentine Patagonia is so similar to those places, but there is something that they do not have and those wonderful fabrics the fairisle, and that is why I would like to one day learn those techniques and then teach them here. I learned a lot from you, Andrea, and from your interviews. I never miss an episode, while I drink a glass of beer or rather a glass of Malbec enjoying its beautiful podcast, thank you very much

[@OpenGoldberg]

Love your use of the Open Well-Tempered Clavier by Kimiko Ishizaka! Great channel =)

[@evelynbourne2500]

A visit to Shetland has just moved up a few notches on my bucket list! I do love your show and I am thrilled to be a patron.

[@FruityKnitting]

Thank you Evelyn, we appreciate your support.

[@FruityKnitting]

Thank you, Evelyn, for watching and for your support! A + A

[@manuelahrasky8472]

I was about to go to bed in Melbourne, Australia, when I saw that you had uploaded a new video! So now I'm going to be up until well after midnight but I can see, 20 minutes in, that this is going to be so worth it! Thank you for everything you do. I am enjoying this immensely!

[@EostaraScot]

I've been to Unst a few years ago and had the best scone there ever in the Victoria's tea room café, which I guess is the most northern café of the Shetlands. I loved it on Shetland, however I couldn't live there, because I would miss the trees.

[@Bobbieliz]

This episode was wonderful! I appreciate all your hard work...I can only imagine the planning that it took to even get it together to start when you got to Wool Week. This is not a "watch only once."

[@terrywynn9767]

Oh, my, this may be my favorite! Your interview with Hazel was the best! Thank you, thank you.

[@FruityKnitting]

Thanks Terry, glad you enjoyed it.

[@TheAussiemaria]

Amazing photography watching on a big screen TV 👍 Feels like I'm almost there. The scenery ❤ The knitting ❤

[@joanfosburg5173]

I loved to see Hazel dancing! I also loved Elaine Nicholson's stories and designs.

[@alisonp2412]

Great fun to watch this after having been there for the first time this year! Also fun to see my friends Cathie and Jan being interviewed!

[@janhastings7471]

It was so FUN to meet you, Andrea and Andrew! You were the highlight of my first trip to the Shetland Islands.. Cathie and I really enjoyed talking to you... Jan Hastings

[@margaretrodee3519]

Hi there! I just signed up to be a Patron. I enjoy your podcast so very much! It is my #1 for sure! And I watch a lot of them. You are both inspiring. I can't help but cross my fingers that something works out for you to move to Shetland. I think you might just belong there. :) Have a wonderful day!

[@FruityKnitting]

Thank you, Margaret! Still checking the job ads! A + A

[@teresaoconnell4790]

Elaine Nicolson! Brilliant!!!

[@dinekebarendrecht3654]

Moving stories. Beautiful designs. Lovely people.Tears in my eyes

[@pamelarivera5058]

Great podcast! I totally enjoy your interviews.

[@lynnanderson2230]

Really enjoyed this episode! Very informative. Thanks for all your hard work!

[@salomeelizabeth6026]

OMG!!! The Lady Hazel is a genius knitter amazing beautiful work. Amazing.

[@Elenka-i5y]

Восхищена людьми, мастерами, их работами! Большое спасибо за такие сюжеты!

[@FruityKnitting]

Thank you, Elena!

[@lisajmascord8183]

Love the depth you describe in all aspects of yarn, culture and knitting. Great filming as well. Have the Shetlands always been treeless? Love Faye’s attitude and her students work is stunning. Love the work Elaine , the fade in the pattern, did in honour of her Mum and heritage. Tina’s hat and mits were gorgeous and Terry’s approach to design is brilliant. Loved Hazels scarf/ shawl. That would be lovely to wear.

[@laightnightknits4358]

Oh Andrea! All that unpicking! 5 stars for wanting it to be perfect :D 👌

[@caroljuniper5100]

Fabulous episode - so interesting, informative and inspiring. Made up for not actually being there.

[@midgeporter7495]

Thanks so much for a really interesting vlog. I'd love to make it up to Shetland for next year's festival.

[@Seekknockask]

I love your program... I need to become a patron

[@TheGreenDudde]

loved this video seems you guys had a great time😁

[@tamesonob]

What a treasure Hazel is! My mind is churning. How I would love to meet with her someday. Lucky you Andrea

[@waynejahr7027]

Living by the sea. Ahh, the beauty, the wind, the Salt. Having lived by the sea for 15 years let me let you in on a secret that nobody talks about. The salt. It rusts everything literally right before your eyes. It permeates everything. Your furniture is forever sticky feeling, your floors are slippery. House maintenance is triple what it would normally be because everything decays and rusts so fast. Just something else to think about.

[@suegairns7647]

Oh my gosh, Andrea, I have also done the job search, and real estate search from afar, British Columbia, Canada. Only I haven't even been there!

[@lynneceegee8726]

Sue Gairns ps the food is wonderful!

[@hazeluzzell]

The yellow flowering moss that Elizabeth spoke about at the start is, I think (!) Xanthoria Parietina lichen, which gives a lovely purple dye when steeped in ammonia.

[@kyliehall4076]

your fabric goes lovely with your cardigan you are wearing in the podcast

[@susanwinslow9361]

may i ask why your name is what it is. i just started watching a few weeks ago when i was told about your channel. I am really enjoying your programs

[@kayjeanne8346]

I have always wondered this too!

[@galinaknit.mak.9804]

new video!! super) you made this day beautiful❤

[@laszlohorvath8637]

Longest first 43 sec of my life!

[@sharvo6]

59:59 did she actually say they flipped? As in the boat turned over while they were on it?

[@imgonnabarf]

Could you speak a bit on how you chose your 16 colours for your jumper? Thank you

[@robyn3349]

Thank you!

[@karijames381]

what a great over view of Shetland wool week! thanks so much. side question where did your name come from? i have never heard you explain it or did i just miss it?.....

[@dafadowndilly8919]

I really enjoyed this episode. So much information and entertainment. It's time I became a patreon, hopefully it is an easy process. Fallen at the first hurdle! Is it Australian dollars?

[@FruityKnitting]

Hi Daphne. You can certainly pay in Australian Dollars - we have a few Patrons in Australia. It should be easy to sign up. Thanks, A + A.

[@dafadowndilly8919]

Sorry misunderstanding... I am English in the UK and your patrons page gives dollars... I was wondering which dollars, American or Australian? ... Just so that i get an idea of pricing. :)

[@susanallison5101]

Hi Andrea and Andrew- I am a Hebridean and would like to be a Merino.How do Do It? Please. Your pod is amazing and keeps me going.Love Susan.xx

[@FruityKnitting]

Hi Susan, thank you for your support. If you go onto the Patreon site you should find a button which will allow you to edit your pledge. You can then pick what level you would like to be. If you have difficulties you can message me via Patreon or Ravelry.

[@sunshinesilverarrow5292]

Thank you! Hugs & sunshine 🌞 N

[@marynolan6627]

Lovely. Thank you as always for sharing. Could you tell me what pattern Andrew is wearing. I would love to knit my Dad a vest and the one Andrew is wearing is lovely. Thank you.

[@FruityKnitting]

You can find it here. It's Welk by Martin Storey. www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/whelk

[@bethanygyeh]

I highly encourage you to try spinning I think you would enjoy it :)

[@FruityKnitting]

Yes, I'd love to but then there would be no time to make these episodes.

[@susihuber419]

Lovely and wonderful as usual..... You interviewed to Austrian Ladies from Vienna, I‘m searching for them, so if you read it... please get in contact with me over FB .....thank you so much... Nicola Neumayr

[@messingfuchs6537]

Terri has some wonderful wool-related cups and tea towels in her online store. Please check her out! I just got my "wool is fire retardent" cup and live the design.

[@susanallison5101]

Ok I have done that. Now I'm a Merino.xxx

[@FruityKnitting]

Yay! Welcome Susan.

[@russellsansom1673]

Hazel's triangular jumper construction immediately reminded me of this 1954 portrait of Raymond Ray by John Minton, at Chichester's Pallant House Gallery. goo.gl/images/KBGeyc