Sit and Knit for a Bit on a Sunday - episode 12 by ARNE & CARLOS 5 🧶🪡😍

In this episode of "Sit and Knit for a Bit on a Sunday we dive into another podcast session filled with fun and anecdotes. Having started during the pandemic, our podcast has been going strong for four years now, bringing you discussions about our daily lives in the mountains of Norway, along with some knitting and crochet content.🤩
If you're new here, welcome! While our name might suggest we're all about knitting, we actually cover a wide range of topics, including travel, gardening, and even storytelling. Throughout our journey, we've received incredible support from our audience, especially during challenging times like the lockdowns, which helped us feel connected despite being physically apart.
Join us as we reminisce about our past experiences, from our radio adventures to our journey as designers and authors. Plus, we'll take a closer look at Arne's ongoing knitting project-a mysterious sweater with a unique construction that continues to puzzle us.
Amidst all the chaos of renovations and projects, we find solace in the simple joys of enjoying the outdoors during a rare Norwegian heatwave. So grab your knitting needles, settle in, and let's Sit and Knit for a Bit!
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[@Cheeseheart3]

I would love to see a kids' book illustrated by Arne and Carlos where Arne tells us some of the tales told to him when he was little and knitting with his family.

[@lynnbean7200]

That would be awesome

[@patkelly2117]

My friend Linda and I are all set to see you guys in August. Can’t wait!

[@sarabraker8866]

That’s a great idea!

[@corriendunar3436]

Oooh I love that idea ❤

[@kellihayden3987]

Oh Arne! You should definitely write a book, and make the illustrations, about your childhood. You would do a fabulous job. You are so creative and have a story to share

[@cristinaslaughter6025]

❤ What a lovely sunday with you two! Oh, Arne! In first grade, I made a drawing with birds. The teacher said I’d drawn them incorrectly. I explained they were flapping their wings because they were flying. She told me that I would never be an artist. I went on to get 2 Art degrees and fulfilled my dreams of working in an art museum as a curatorial assistant for 12 yrs., and was a college art instructor for 10 yrs. Follow your dreams and never let anyone deprive you of your joy! ❤

[@K1Junkie]

You should make sliding bookshelf that is where that closet door is and call your room The Chronicles of Arnia

[@camillatrondsen3264]

A child’s intro to gardening, written and illustrated by Arne, would be a treat for children and adults. 😊

[@jacquelinegonzalezmahr5301]

Oh dear Arne! You have to write that story. My heart hurt so when you describe waiting for your name to be called. I so understand how you felt. How you never got your words back. And how you fought back by writing “stupid” things. Because they did not deserve your best. I hope you don’t feel that way anymore. I feel very lucky that I am able to read your words, hear your voice and marvel at your creativity. Thank you for sharing your marvelous self!

[@lauramalley4496]

You guys and your KZbin show: one of the best things to come out of Covid!

[@d.austin3984]

Who would say such a mean thing. The sweater is beautiful. Arne you bring life back into someone’s dream project.

[@TillyTme]

Exactly Carlos, if we didn't have the rain, we wouldn't have the beautiful gardens. Lovely to spend some time with you again.

[@jacquielawrence5670]

We are still in a mad world and you continue to make us laugh. You know how many friends you have here

[@ARNECARLOS]

❤️❤️

[@paigemcmasters6520]

I'll never forget meeting you both during the pandemic! You both pulled me into your world and made me so happy! Thank you for being there still!

[@ARNECARLOS]

❤️❤️😍

[@tl4214]

I enjoy your stories. Grateful your creativity was not diminished by a disappointing teacher. You both give us so much inspiration and teach us how to give new life to antiques and clothing!! I do remember the turtleneck. Despite the tone of the extra yarn, it's still a wonderful treat for us and giving life to a current sweater! Excited to see your new views from the extension. The chaos you describe is something I connect with, and anyone that's preparing for a move or mid-renovation.

[@kathrynbarker7967]

Yes, you were an integral part of getting “thru” the pandemic for me, (NY) and i thank you. Still a follower and will always be. I am retired so i have not opted for the paid subscriptions as i am not able, but i so appreciate the free videos and i do purchase your merchandise in lieu of becoming a paying member. Thank you again.

[@ARNECARLOS]

Thanks for you kind support, we appreaciate it so much! 🙏🥰

[@kathrynbarker7967]

@@ARNECARLOS of course, think so very highly of you both! Dont work too hard and enjoy your trip to England; I will be living through you as you show the gardens. Thank you again.

[@antoniahall7507]

Arne-Never lose your great sense of humor.

[@bluelupin7955]

So sorry about your childhood experience with your written chapter story, Arne.... sometimes teachers can be so harsh and clueless! My similar experience was in highschool (grade 11) when I took a sewing class. I was a novice and had never made anything, so struggled with simple things in class. For our end of term project, we had to submit a piece we'd worked on and completed at home. I chose a dress with long sleeves and a zipper and struggled immensely working on my own; my mom had no sewing experience, so no advice or help was available to me. On the final night before it was due, I stayed up all night struggling to put in my first zipper and all the finishing touches with only the pattern instructions to guide me. A lot of ripping out and tears, but when the sun came up it was finished. I, like you, felt proud of my accomplishment. The teacher asked me to stay after when class ended and asked me point blank who made the dress--- she wouldn't believe that I had made it on my own. I assured her that I had done it all on my own, but she never relented in her thinking that I was lying. I don't remember what grade I got, but a friend liked the dress so much that I gave it to her! She wore it a lot....my seams, hems and stitchings all stayed together just fine!!

[@ruth1231]

I had those stickers you mentioned. We called them scraps and stuck them in a scrapbook. I had the angels with pink and blue wings, various Father Christmases, flowers, Victorian children, loads of others. Vintage pictures. Something magical about them; I spent ages looking at them as a child. I was also accused of cheating as a child by a teacher. I didn't cheat. So annoying.

[@ruth1231]

The weather is getting better around those areas you mention for the gardens (I'm in Berkshire). It is still a bit mixed at the moment - rainy days but a few fairly hot days. I'll keep my fingers crossed for you.

[@ClaireWhoMakesThings]

I loved everything in this video as always boys. I find you very relatable, as we are going through home renovations. As you know I especially love the doll stuff. Congratulations on getting a second Petite Blythe doll. I have one authentic petite Blythe called kitchen Queen, she is a cute blonde with a tea set, plus a fake called Wilma who I made clothes for. Thank you for keeping me company while I crocheted today.

[@barbarakowalski7327]

When I was a kid in the 1960’s we would get cases of these dolls and our Girl Scouts would take one home to dress and then they would go into gift bags at Christmas

[@meatdog]

Such a lovely and personal friendly chat. Like old friends just yacking about everything and nothing.❤😂❤

[@AuntieMYC]

Arne, a similar thing happened to author/poet Sophie Hannah when she was young. She wrote a poem to enter in a competition and she was accused of not writing it because it was too good for a child to have written. You have a talent for storytelling which is evident in your videos. Please keep telling us stories!

[@MrJoannio]

lovely to see you both again enjoy your trip to the gardens. Kent is known as the garden of England bye now xx

[@paigemcmasters6520]

I vote for the book! Id buy it for myself let alone a child!

[@brendal2438]

Arne you are art and creativity, enjoy all of it! You could “embroider” bands on the sleeve were the transition is. Can’t wait to see the new addition. Enjoy the selection process, you will love it afterwards!

[@siirin7017]

I couldn't stop laughing at the part where Carlos said that you were not going to say the name of that area again and right after that Arne could not help himself and had to say it again 😂❤❤❤

[@gemma6465]

Arne, your granny square scarf would make a fab souvenir project from your trip! If each of the squares you crochet used the yarn from each of the places you stopped, you would have a really cool record of the trip. 😊 oh, and please let us know that you found the shoe!!! 😬

[@tinamay5211]

I have absolutely loved being with you for these last 4 years + I have laughed with you and learned so much,Thank you ❤ xx

[@sarawhitley-kinzett221]

Keep the magic closet Arne, it will help with your inspiration x

[@lucillegoudreau441]

Rain here in Ottawa 🇨🇦!we finished planting. All our veggie garden , we are 81, ….61 yrs married , life is good, I haven’t seen your puppy for a long time, may 5, , crochet, knit 🧦 socks 🧦 for all my family ,I buy your yarns ,the best , continue with the beginning yellow yarn , so easy , I love to listen to all your videos, good health to both , 😊your memory is excellent , love the granny squares !for sure it’s fun

[@barbarajanerobinson1428]

I would love to read your children's book. I am glad you are going to hire someone to paint the latter up so high is dangerous. Happy to hear all your organizing projects. Enjoy your day. Tidings to two wonderful guys.

[@corriendunar3436]

Thank you for another lovely episode ❤ have a goid trip to good old England. 🍀🌸🍀🌸🍀🌸🍀🌸

[@ARNECARLOS]

Thank you!

[@carlettamlodzik5323]

If you live in the middle of nowhere who cares if you close the windows to the bathroom? 😂 We once stayed in an Airbnb that had the best view from the toilet. I left that drapes open since we had no neighbors. The view of the mountains in the distance was too good not to enjoy! 😊 Thanks guys!

[@ThePemaquidpoint]

Wish I could give you a big hug Arne after that horrible teacher story. Thankful that Carlos ended up in your life to love and support you as your parents did. I will assume that Kharma handled the teacher's fate...

[@AnnyeongBJD]

Loved this episode! I’m glad you had a safe trip back from California! Loved seeing the dolls you bought and brought back with you, as I’m an adult doll collector myself and I absolutely love Blythe dolls too! 🥰 Thanks for sharing! 💕💖

[@susanharrell984]

I love that sweater. I think you both have so many talents, it would be hard to pick just one.

[@brigittethebusystitcher]

I remember Glanzbilder from my childhood in Germany. I used to have a nice collection 😊

[@Lilybet1316]

I love the sweater too!

[@yvonnemiller6048]

You got me through the pandemic. I still stay home most days and your podcast still get me through!

[@ARNECARLOS]

We are glad to hear that Yvonne!

[@janhighberger9877]

Carlos and Arne, another loved ‘visit’ with you on this episode. Three friends and I flew from Tucson, Arizona to meet you at Jimmy Beans Wool in Reno. You were both so gracious and interesting and for anyone who has not yet had the pleasure of meeting you ~ you are both exactly as you come across on video. Kind and so generous sharing your lives! I understand how hard it is to travel to western USA and thank you for doing so. ❤ PS.- love knitting socks with your A&C sock yarn but also I knit your teddy bear pattern in your sock yarn and it is so special.

[@ARNECARLOS]

❤️

[@christinegossens5728]

THANK YOU for continuing your podcasts! You could talk about anything and still be completely delightful, entertaining and interesting! I’ve learned so much about Norway from you guys. Love you!

[@MaggieMire]

Amen

[@ajniecithya5849]

Oh, "Glanzbilder" is also the word in German and I loved them as a child!

[@lenabreijer1311]

I had a similar experience in 5th grade. I painted a picture for a "contest" for the school district. It was given back and i was told that i couldn't enter something my parents painted. It took me decades to get over that and actually show my artwork. And yes you made a huge difference to the pandemic for me with the sit and knit for a bit. Thank you for that.

[@marynimocks6791]

So glad you've recovered from your sojourn in California! We Californians can exhaust anyone! 🏄🏼

[@DawnLewis79]

I've had a horrible day... Thank you for making me laugh!

[@ARNECARLOS]

We hope your day got better!

[@DawnLewis79]

@@ARNECARLOS It absolutely did - thanks to you!

[@EHLarson]

A channel devoted to paint colors and wallpaper and such is a channel I'd watch even after I get done overthinking my own house.

[@ARNECARLOS]

😍

[@judydickens1916]

I remember when Arne recommended books he was enjoying reading and I then read/listened to IQ84 by Haruki Murakami... most wonderful writing... xx I would love to read something Arne writes... xx

[@Lilybet1316]

That means your book was so well written the teacher thought you must have copied a published author! Your talent was and is massive!! 📖📚😊

[@meganworth7033]

I think the sweater design is really nice!

[@janecornell4890]

Colorful yarn and colorful characters! What would we do without you?!!! The new doll looks like me in a store bought sweater. I have to fold the cuffs once or twice and that is why I like to knit my own!

[@user-xr1ub1dj2s]

Arne I loved your story about writing a book in school. It seems you are quite talented writer. I’m sorry the teacher didn’t recognize your talent. I’ve been watching you guys since before pandemic. Hope you write a book about your life. Carlos will help you!!❤

[@ARNECARLOS]

Thank you for the support!

[@patp2573]

Your talk on choices reminded me when my husband and I just about divorced over the colour choice between a bluish green and a greenish blue on our tiles in the shower. 2 months later, we couldn't even remember who wanted which one.

[@patgoodchild8045]

I do hope you enjoy your garden tour here in the UK. Great Dixter is a beautiful garden and hopefully you will see the wisteria in full bloom at Wisley. It is spectacular this year. It made me smile when you referred to Chipping Camden as a city! You will find it to be a lovely town. Safe travels.

[@ARNECARLOS]

We did!

[@TinaHale1]

I have to share with you my latest find. We were caravanning in Victoria, Australia and called into a massive Opshop called The Mill. I was delighted to find a box of vintage sewing treasures which included little hand made holders for scissors, thimbles, pins and tape measures! However the best find was a partially completed hexagonal quilt complete with needles still in place (old dead lady?) plus lots of hexagons in different stages of completion 5:00

[@kathyreston9933]

In my family, we believe in "the power of negative thinking". EG: If I say "it will rain all day" and take an umbrella, it is guaranteed to be nothing but sun!🌞

[@dragonknitter]

I LOVE that feature of Google. I've been using it for plant identification

[@barbararichter7588]

I find your show delightful. My great grandfather immigrated to the the United States Washington State about 1870 so I find Norway interesting.

[@sleeplessinscandia6452]

I love you guys! ❤

[@laurawallenfang4779]

You are an artist!

[@karinanderson7319]

It is so lovely to spend some knitting time with you this afternoon, thank you!💖 Carlos, you should offer your design services to people in Norway!! Change the colour there from "greige" to 'great'!!! Arne, you are a fabulous storyteller. I still break into laughter when I think about the story you told me when we were in the lobby at Havnekontoret. It was about your sister, her hat, and her "bad hair" day!!! I keep watching for you to be knitting another hat for her. Yes!! Narnia! I was just imagining your wonderful "secret entry to the tower"!! Have Fun on the Garden Tour🤗

[@nancywagner1510]

I so enjoy your company on Sunday! I am spinning wool for and knitting a shawl that I finally found the pattern for, and love having your chats to engage with so the process doesn’t get tedious. Arne’s delight in everything is so refreshing to me…..I like those little baggies too, and always save them for little collections of things. I’m usually just as charmed by the boxes that gifts come in as I am by the gifts, as well. I’m quite the fire hazard, you can imagine! I can’t get rid of anything because I can always think of a use for it. We’re all dying to get a tour of your new addition, so maybe it will be finished after you get back from England? Hope so!

[@nicolelafontaine1720]

I love knitting as you chat, you are so entertaining.

[@sqkrchik]

I agree you do bring people together! I love watching you regularly - it was so wonderful taking classes with you last month here in California. My knitting has improved - and I finished my first socks from the great yarn you gave to us. Thank you for being you and your wit and joy you share.

[@lynnbean7200]

Fun episode guys. I do love your chats. I absolutely agree no ladders. In my view no one over the age of 50 should climb a ladder. Unfortunately, my husband who is over 50, feels the need to get on the roof from time to time. I hate it. It's only a single storey house but even so, he could do some damage to himself if he fell.

[@TinaHale1]

My husband is a very fit 77 year old and gets up in our roof to clear the leaves, I worry every time! They think they are invinceable!!

[@karenaskinas1135]

Arne, you aRe an artist! Everything you do is so creative! Carlos, you could easily do a home decorating book too. Childrens books, decorating, so many possibilities! Can you list the English gardens somewhere? I may be there next spring. Better het, invite me on your tour next year.

[@arlettem.garcia6831]

It's fantastic that you're still doing your SAKFAB. The renovations sound so exciting. I am sure it will look beautiful once it's done! I'm always looking forward to watching you both with all your stories and updates!! 😊

[@ARNECARLOS]

😊😊

[@elizabethdelong6431]

Have A wonderful time in your garden trip! I love Sit and Knit for A Bit!

[@MMyers503]

So happy to see you both healthy!! You are correct... you got me through the pandemic, too. I love Arne's Christmas traditions and Carlos' tales about his family, too. God bless you both xoxoxo from Portland, OR USA

[@karendavies5540]

You are an awesome interior designer, Carlos. I just love your sense of colour and style in your home - (like you, I'm not a fan of the current trend for sterile and bland beige and white). And Arne as the garden designer! So much talent - no wonder your home looks beautiful., indoors and out. There's a TV series there for sure!

[@ARNECARLOS]

Thank you so much❤️😍

[@marilyn9155]

Hi guys! You are keeping me much-needed company as I sip tea from my A&C mug! It’s a cold rainy day in my little corner on New Jersey USA. I do hope we get to see your lovely reno when done . sounds gorgeous- I’d never leave that house !! It ALL sounds so beautiful . I had such a chuckle about hurrying to close the blinds in the bath !!!!! Gosh the granny scarf is beautiful …wish I knew how to knit and crochet!! Wish you guys could teach me!! There are no better teachers than you would be! Love the dolls .. Thanks for the visit . I look forward to them . Thank you so much for sharing all your collections. ❤Marilyn xx

[@carolekiernan296]

Safe travels! Cannot turn down free cake! Love you guys!

[@brendatucker35]

In England you can't wait for no rain, you might never go anywhere!!! Can't wait for the new renovation...

[@karolynelliott656]

A stitch in time saves nine! Why not hide a stitch in the shoe to secure it to stay on. An idea from Chicago Il. Love out talks and shenanigans!

[@toniprutch8956]

As always fun to see you both. Yes, you were a lifesaver to me during the pandemic. 0:16 0:16 Especially as my husband died at the beginning of the pandemic. I needed something to take my mind off the grief I was feeling. I was lucky to be able to take two cruises with you and am hoping you decide to go to Italy again. I would love to see Italy with you . Love you both ❤

[@alisongove-humphries3421]

Still here Arne since 2017 and so looking forward to your Christmas stocking and fabric. Just finishing a pair of your short row heel socks. Thank you for the pattern. Do have a lovely time in the UK and hope the weather is good for you. ☺️🥰

[@ARNECARLOS]

You are welcome!

[@KathywMischaWichrov]

Splendid video!!!❤💜💙💚💛

[@user-oe2cg2bg6i]

Love listening and watching your podcasts. Thank you.

[@aina2165]

Er fullstendig enig, vi trenger mer fargerik design her i Norge!! Er så uendlig lei hvitt, sort, beige og grått 😩

[@Lilybet1316]

These podcasts make me so happy! 😊❤

[@ARNECARLOS]

Thank you!!

[@taniabishop]

Great catch up. I always feel energised after watching your videos. Really glad you are receiving such positive feedback from people on your travels about how you helped them during the pandemic. It was a unique time and you both certainly helped me too! (I still have to sew my quarantine blanket together. I think I’ll try and do it over this Winter here in Australia. Maybe make a 2024 block to include as well).

[@ARNECARLOS]

Maybe😊

[@patkelly2117]

Great video!

[@susanbaker7282]

Can't stop laughing Good job you can't see my early knitting attempts Impossible to know what happened

[@bogeo8459]

I love the scarf and using the sock yarn. I have my next project

[@ARNECARLOS]

Enjoy!

[@fibersista]

Arne, your book was so good that they couldn't believe that a child wrote it. That's why they accused you of copying another book. So you should write because you have the talent and I and many others will read your books.

[@ARNECARLOS]

😊😊

[@l.burdett3118]

I am surprised you didn't add some sort of a decorative band between the original sleeve and your addition to the sleeves. You are the King of Decorative Embellishment, Arne! It is lovely to see it finished. :)

[@silvergoosegog]

You two are an absolute delight! I love sit and knit for five minutes 😂 May I suggest, if you are not aware of it, a visit to Kiftsgate Gardens (literally opposite the entrance to Hidcote) It’s much less formal and a little wild in places - but it is absolutely beautiful with stunning views across the Vale of Evesham

[@ARNECARLOS]

Thank you for the tip!

[@bayareaknitter]

So lovely watching and listening to you two. Is the design book still in print? I’d love to see it! And I also think you should write a book Arne! It sounds like you’re an amazing writer!

[@rachelgollub2924]

When you held up the six color regia, I looked down and saw that I was wearing socks made from that one! I did a basic fair isle pattern of alternating it with a plain white sock yarn (alternating both rows and columns to get a dot pattern), and it came out with a beautiful misty impressionist look. Also, you can get two socks out of a single ball of it that way. :)

[@ARNECARLOS]

That sounds nice!

[@kathyihler7239]

My grandfather emigrated from Sweden so I’m interested in everything Scandinavian. Wish you had elbow length tees for sale. ❤ your videos.

[@Cheeseheart3]

And a big yes on the interior decorating videos!!

[@ARNECARLOS]

👍🏻😍

[@marja9357]

Hier in Nederland heet dat een poesiealbum. Met prachtige plaatjes met glitters en leuke rijmen.

[@teresasleeper2458]

NO LADDERS !! I’m 65 and just fell from a ladder while measuring for a curtain rod onto left heel 3 weeks ago! I had surgery for fractured tongue-type heel fracture. I had just recovered from a 5th metatarsal break ( was knitting, fell asleep, woke up, jumped up, foot asleep, rolled foot. 😢 Same foot ! Ugh. Plus , I’m going on the Grocery Girls/ Joji / Tin Can Knits cruise to Alaska on the 24th this month. I pray I can put weight on it by then but not looking like it. I’m so bummed but I am going with a mobility device ! 😊 SOOOOOO, NO LADDERS !

[@marciasullivan7534]

For evening entertainment u should show one of the “Rosemary and Thyme mysteries. They all take place in one of the famous English gardens. The gardeners always discover a body under some bush they are digging, so fun.❤

[@lorettazaharias9692]

Keep the Narnia closet Arne!

[@annonisla]

It is raining again in England, never vstopped this year!

[@lisajohnson3654]

It’s interesting to hear there’s an f__k word in Norway that is associated with snow, because it sounds a bit like flocked in English, which is a word that can mean like the fake snow covering on artificial Christmas trees. 🎄Wikipedia tells me flocked in English is more about applying synthetic fibres onto something but it is a curious sound-coincidence! ❄️

[@cherylg.813]

Happy Sunday! I so love your growing, collection of dolls. I can't wait to see the fashion items Arne will make for them. Glad you had a safe trip home. Hugs for Freja and hope you have a wonderful week. ❤️🤗😘

[@gingermolinero8386]

Arne and Carlos the two of you are so much fun. Enjoy your garden tour. Safe travels

[@alexandrabegg5522]

Lovely chat to begin this Monday morning. Enjoy the gardens tour - jealous!

[@marciasullivan7534]

I absolutely love your sock yarn. So nice to knit with.😊

[@ARNECARLOS]

Thank you so much!

[@rosehill5097]

Love the sweater.

[@Islandflower66]

Omg your writing story was kinda sad, but i think the fact your teacher thought you plagiarized a published book obviously spoke volumes. You are a talented writer at such a young age. If I was your teacher, after finding out your parents didn't have books, I would've encouraged your writing. That was an amazing story. Maybe write your memoirs. Just a thought. I would read it if released in English. Both of you have lived such interesting lives, but maybe im partial because I am such an eager student of yours.❤

[@bayareaknitter]

I totally agree about the accusation speaking volumes! He was already writing like a true author!