The Meaningful Stitch - Episode 33: A Knitting Podcast with Amy Palko

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Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much, my loves, for checking out my 33rd episode of The Meaningful Stitch - my digital home from home where I get to share with you my knitting practice and projects.
You can also find me on Instagram as @amypalko and on Ravelry as amypalko. And you’ll find me on my Patreon: / amypalko
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In this episode I draw Amaterasu from The Goddess Oracle by Amy Sophia Marashinsky, and our reading at the end is Shine Your Light by me!
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You can find the interview with my daughter and her kiltmaking in episode 20: • The Meaningful Stitch:...
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!!GIVEAWAY!!
To win one of 2 beautiful leather shawl cuffs from Snowy Thistle Knits, please leave a comment about shawls - your favourite, the next cast on, one you gifted etc. I will announce the winners on the next episode!
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** What I'm Wearing **
Cinnabar Shawl - Andrea Mowry in Crazy Zauberball in Orangerie and Drops Karisma in Grape
Rav Pattern: www.ravelry.com/patterns/libr...
Manis - Yamagara in Woolyknit British Wool and Drops Kidsilk
Rav Pattern: www.ravelry.com/patterns/libr...
** What's Off My Needles **
The Hobbii Yarn Review with my 2 finished objects can now be found here: • Hobbii Yarn Review
Suriously Holey - Stephen West in Hobbii Evergreen Organic and Dream Colour
Rav Pattern: www.ravelry.com/patterns/libr...
Pink Fizz - Andrea Mowry in Hobbii Alpaca Silk and Soft Alpaca Lace held double
Rav Pattern: www.ravelry.com/patterns/libr...
Half + Half Triangles Wrap by Purl Soho in Holst Supersoft in Sloe and Robins Egg
Pattern: www.purlsoho.com/create/2019/...
Sophie Scarf - Petite Knit in Malbrigo Mora in Archangel
Rav Pattern: www.ravelry.com/patterns/libr...
‪@Cadyjaxknits‬ KAL How Do You Ascot: • Cady Jax Knits: Twigs ...
Felix Cardigan - Amy Christoffers in Drops Brushed Alpaca Silk
Rav Pattern: www.ravelry.com/patterns/libr...
** What's On My Needles **
Lord of the Isles Kilt Hose - Kate Davies in WYS Essential DK in Black
Rav Pattern: www.ravelry.com/patterns/libr...
Felix Pullover - Amy Christoffers in Nutiden in Tunet and Holst Titicaca in Eucalyptus
Frogged
Ripple Camisole - Jessie Maed in Woolyknit British Wool
Rav Pattern: www.ravelry.com/patterns/libr...
Striped Esjan - Stephen West in Drops Nord, Hobbii Soft Alpaca Lace and Kremke Silky Kid
Rav Pattern: www.ravelry.com/patterns/libr...
Hibernating
Long Summer Cardigan - Joji Locatelli in Holst Coast in Candy and Holst Supersoft in Bleached White
Rav Pattern: www.ravelry.com/patterns/libr...
Returning WIPs
Melting Marl Blanket - Stephen West in stash leftovers
Rav Pattern: www.ravelry.com/patterns/libr...
** What's Next On My Needles **
Cargill Sweater - Rebecca Clow in Holst Supersoft in Viola and Drops Kidsilk in Lavender
Rav Pattern: www.ravelry.com/patterns/libr...
‪@the.creabea‬
Twist and Turns MKAL - Stephen West in Olann Singles in Amber, Stranded Singles in Grubby Pink and Nervus Linen Singles in Shiver
Rav Pattern: www.ravelry.com/patterns/libr...
Flotti - Edda Lilja Guðmundsdóttir
Rav Pattern: www.ravelry.com/patterns/libr...
** New To Me **
Dystopic Fiber: dystopicfibre.com/
Hiya Hiya Cable Stoppers: hiyahiya-direct.com/products/...
Hiya Hiya Tip Adapter: hiyahiya-direct.com/products/...
Laine Issue 15: lainepublishing.com/products/...
** What's Bringing Me Joy **
Yarn Advent Calendar
‪@YoungfolkKnits‬
‪@skeinsofdreamsknits‬
‪@melmakesstuff‬
‪@littlebigknits‬
‪@TheSerenityKnittingSociety‬
Tudum Netflix Global Fan Event: • Video
The 3 Birds Restaurant: www.threebirds.co.uk/
Bellfield Brewery: www.bellfieldbrewery.com/
Glasgow School of Yarn: www.glasgowschoolofyarn.co.uk/

Пікірлер: 439

@paulinewhitaker395 Жыл бұрын

Your reading at the end made me cry huge tears, full of sadness and regret. For all my 61 years I have tried to make myself small as possible fearing if anyone saw me they would reject me. The words where very beautiful. I have just ordered myself the card pack and accompanying book. Thank you so much.

@AmyPalko Жыл бұрын

Oh Pauline, I just want to scoop you up and give you a big hug. Please know that it is never ever too late to shine our light in the world. And that there can be very real reasons for hiding our light for fear of our safety or of being rejected. So please go gentle with yourself, be as playful as you can with the possibilities of shining, and look for opportunities where you can share your light with the world a little more. Sending you much love. xxxx

@CraftyMamaOtter Жыл бұрын

I LOVE your podcast. It’s always such a source of joy for me. Knitting shawls has always brought me this sense of peace and comfort. I wrap myself up in them to feel calm. Your expression “knitted hugs” is just SO perfect!

@YoungfolkKnits Жыл бұрын

I think your half + half wrap is absolutely gorgeous. And what a beautiful poem 😭 you are so talented. Also Thank you for your kind words about the podcast! Much to love you sweet Amy!

@AmyPalko Жыл бұрын

Aw, Kaci - all my words were true! I love your podcast - and I think you are a bright light in the world who shines so beautifully.

@janiceokelley3765 Жыл бұрын

Ok, now I'm crying. Thank you for your thoughtful words. You are magnificent. Thank you for shining so brightly into our lives!

@AmyPalko Жыл бұрын

Aw, you are so welcome, Janice.

@gerhildpetsos1822 Жыл бұрын

Dear Amy, thank you for this beautiful poem at the end. It touched my heart. A big hug for you.

@martinevanderploeg6941 Жыл бұрын

Thank you Amy for the beautiful poem! I’ve left my cave quite a while ago, but as last week I’d had my interview to become a full professor and head of department this is such a beautiful reminder of how how far I’ve come and how proud I am for shining my light in this world. As for shawls, I joined the MkAL and almost shied away when reading the cast-on…but I’m in saver waters now with the repeat section 😊

@mudarissa4561 Жыл бұрын

I’m always totally ‘blown away’ by all your beautiful knitting and especially your gorgeous shawls. I love wearing shawls and rarely go anywhere without one. At the moment I am knitting a Gudrun Johnston Hansel Hap- the half version. Thank you so much for making your podcasts -they are so thoughtful, inspiring and a joy to watch.🌸

@cevans Жыл бұрын

What a lovely time I’m spending with you. Thank you! And shawls? They are the best self care garment, ever. Creating a permanent hug, for ourselves, or others. Perfect.

@judithburke3637 Жыл бұрын

Dear Amy thankyou so much for the loveliest podcast you light up our lives and with your latest words I’m sure you will have helped people who need it so much .Amy you are a delight how lucky are we to have you in our lives x

@gaynormackintosh2536 Жыл бұрын

You have such a beautiful soul Amy your reading was so thought provoking. My first shawl was Damson it had many mistakes but when my friend travelled around the world on her own she took it with her. She told me that when she wore it she felt that there was a friend close by.

@AmyPalko Жыл бұрын

The power of a shawl - to bring two kindred spirits close.

@bethanyrich2944 Жыл бұрын

Amy thank you for sharing your beauty. You share your lovely knitting, your beautiful family and your healing guidence. That reading was so moving and healing, ty

@mandknits68 Жыл бұрын

I 💜 wearing a shawl for that cosy comfy feeling and their ability to provide a pop of colour in your day. A much needed feeling on many a ‘Dreich’ day here in Scotland. I knitted my mum a Stephen West painting Honeycombs shawl and she is now a Big fan of Stephen’s designs and knitted several of his shawls. Thank you for lovely podcasts.

@donnac368 Жыл бұрын

I make shawls for my mom who is 92. She said it feels like a big hug around her shoulders. Gifting handmade shawls is a great way to show someone you love them.

@AmyPalko Жыл бұрын

Absolutely agree, Donna!

@slip3wyifcord688 Жыл бұрын

The Tarot card of Amaterasu really spoke to me. I felt like I was meant to hear your reading today. I am introverted and Mercury retrograde makes me even more so. I almost slipped 5 stitches when you mentioned the moths! I have been storing my yarn in plastic bags for the utility of it. I've had yarn that has discolored before I started storing in plastic bags. I am so excited for the Stephen West MKAL! This will be my first. I have wanted to do them since 2018 but I have not felt like a confident knitter until this year. And he says " say yes, don't stress!" So that is what I will do. Thank you for the information on how you rinse your Holst yarn. I love the look of men in kilts! Lol! I have had a fascination for Scotland for many years now. My sister-in-law did some research on her family heritage. It seems I married a man of Scottish heritage which is what I intended all along. Thank you so much for your uplifting podcast! 💚💘💜

@BettySusanne Жыл бұрын

When my sister-in-law was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2020 I made her a shawl using my hand spun yarn and mohair. It was a wonderful cozy hug that I could send her as I couldn’t be with her. She has since passed away but I’m comforted knowing I was able to make her feel a bit special and comforted, if even for a moment.

@AmyPalko Жыл бұрын

I love that you did that, and that she received the gift of feeling special and comforted and loved. Such a precious gift.

@mom2mna Жыл бұрын

Lovely episode, Amy. I’m always inspired by your shawls and 2023 is going to be my year of brioche. Nothing like a shawl to curl up with on a rough day - it feels like a hug.

@AmyPalko Жыл бұрын

It totally feels like a hug!

@VascoKnits Жыл бұрын

Oh Amy, it’s always a delight to watch your podcast, todays, specially so, your reading made me cry! I have been feeling an awful lot recently, it just brought it all even more to the surface. Vasco x

@debrahookham1620 Жыл бұрын

I love shawl knitting! To me they are fun to knit, lots of textures and very forgiving. Thanks for sharing your joy!

@raphaele4561 Жыл бұрын

Hello Amy, it was an amazing podcast. Your text was absolutely beautiful and I was close to cry... thank you so much for all your magnificent presents to us 🧡🧡🧡

@maureenklettl4865 Жыл бұрын

That poem. Absolute magic - thank you!

@susanjaco1548 Жыл бұрын

Hello Amy, your cinnabar shawl is gorgeous! The cuff is equally beautiful. Shawl are like a huge hug whether it’s a much needed comfort for yourself or a loved one. Look forward to all your episodes. I really resonated with the card you choose for this episode. Love love love!

@gabi4607 Жыл бұрын

I‘ve discovered your channel probably a week ago, and since then I‘m constantly watching your videos. I didn‘t expected, that out there is another crafting lady loving oracle/tarot cards as much as I do. Your shawl videos are motivating me to start a knitting project. I can just imagine, how comforting it must be to wear such a beautiful soft shawl. Currently is on my crochet hook a triangle shawl, but it is turning out too firm, because I‘m crocheting very tight. So, no warm wooly hug yet, but hopefully with my next project! 😊

@cameronmccormack7397 Жыл бұрын

I made a shawl as a gift and the receiver said it was not long enough. Broke my heart. Cinnabar Looks amazing

@aranjackson259 Жыл бұрын

Good morning sweet Amy! Your shawl wall is truly inspiring, as are your garment projects. I learn so much about both color and project persistence from your podcast. Thank you for sharing your gentle vision with us.

@victorianorthfield4254 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for another lovely Podcast, I love knitting shawls, and you have inspired me to knit more garments with your fearless approach of changing what you need to, and making it work for you. Best and Bless

@carolbyrne3241 Жыл бұрын

What a brilliant podcast Amy, you just amaze me every time with your beautiful knits and yarns. Such a man interesting mix of everything knitting. ❤

@lise88 Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for a lovely podcast to always look forward to! I can honestly say the Shawl Wall is a life long goal for a lot of us! I will keep admiring with heart eyes until that day comes! 😍

@belindamanuel4688 Жыл бұрын

I am finally joining the bandwagon and casting on a half+half triangles wrap to gift to my niece for her first winter away from home at school. Inspired by you...I love the thought of sharing a cozy hug in a joyous burst colors (Red Poppy and Peachy Pink).

@OldeThymeKnits Жыл бұрын

A delight as always sitting and knitting with your podcast! You are a true inspiration!

@melindaclark9806 Жыл бұрын

I always enjoy listening to you. Thank you. I recently made the Potter’s Shawl for my daughter. She loves wearing hand knots and that is what she wanted for her birthday.

@ReaB01 Жыл бұрын

I've found your podcast so comforting recently, so thank you for making them. My favourite shawl is my Teroldego, which was gifted to me by my partner's mother the first Christmas we were together. Being a knitter myself, it meant so much to me, as I know the effort going into it and the expense that nice wool can be! And as we were together less than a year and long-distance at university half the time, we didn't meet too often at all, making it even more special that she put the time into it for me ❤❤

@AmyPalko Жыл бұрын

Gosh, what a precious gift!

@elizabethbradley7794 Жыл бұрын

thanks for your lovely kindness and inspirational crafting but especially for the heartfelt poem you shared at the closing.

@angieanderson6082 Жыл бұрын

Tomorrow I’ll begin my first WestKnits MKAL and it’ll be the largest shawl I’ve made! I’m excited and nervous. And, just today I gifted a simple triangle shawl to a friend who begins cancer treatments tomorrow. It is definitely shawl season in my life! ❤. The shawl cuffs are all gorgeous!!

@AmyPalko Жыл бұрын

Please know that I am adding my love and best wishes to your friend as she begins her healing journey - may her recovery be swift and full. xxxx

@littlebigknits Жыл бұрын

I was finally able to spend some time with you dear Amy! We indeed had a lovely time at Vermont Sheep and Wool!! I hope one day we will festival (a new verb) together my dear!! Thanks you for all you share and especially for that lovely poem 😘😘

@debcech6350 Жыл бұрын

Thank you, Amy, for the beautiful truth of your poem. It made me think of my daughter who has recently moved to Dublin Ireland from Annapolis Maryland. So that my arms might always be wrapped around her, I knitted the Second Avenue shawl for her going away, good luck gift.

@AmyPalko Жыл бұрын

Oh gosh, that's a long way away. Sending love - from one mother's heart to another's. And may your girl just have the most wonderful time in Dublin - it's a special city.

@leannastoufer6333 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for this wonderful episode! I have a massive Hiraeth shawl on my needles (2/3 done). When it comes to shawls I love them in every way and wear them nearly every day. I especially love a shawl when I'm traveling. Then it can be my blanket, my pillow, my ear-muffs, and of course, my comfort. I so appreciate what you said about deciding to let a project go. I recently discovered that letting go of a mitt project that wasn't working released a whole lot of energy for the revised mitts that are now flying off my needles! Thank you always for your wisdom, your honesty and your joy!!

@AmyPalko Жыл бұрын

A big cosy shawl on a flight is absolutely essential, I find!

@wevrldy Жыл бұрын

I also love knitting shawls! The most recent I finished was gifted to my daughter’s friend, who is undergoing treatment for facial skin cancer. The intention was to let her experience a loving hug on her down days. Thank you for another wonder podcast!

@simonemaffey5553 Жыл бұрын

Darling lady Your podcasts are just so beautiful Thank you xx I’ve recently received my linen quill in the mail so I’m all set for a huge mindless, calm knit…the half and half triangle wrap/shawl 💜🐨

@lluisamunoz9512 Жыл бұрын

Beautiful and deep words 🧡 thanks for sharing them 🙏🏼✨ What I love the most about shawls, besides knitting them, it’s to wear them, I absolutely love wrapping myself in them ☺️ Great episode 🌟

@kimcummings624 Жыл бұрын

I really love your podcast. Your poem, like your knitting and your kind soul, is absolutely beautiful - thank you for sharing. 💜

@freshwindbrightsky Жыл бұрын

First time viewer here, I will go back and watch previous episodes, so lovely! I’m knitting the Sophie Shawl for my daughter Emily for Christmas, what a delightful pattern!

@mindfulmaking Жыл бұрын

Such a beautiful reading. It went straight to my heart as a warming comfort on a day full of challenges and self doubt. Thank you 💓

@ThePiesHobbies Жыл бұрын

Shawls are such a source of comfort. I always have one next to my work desk or in the car to put round my shoulders and keep me calm and cosy.

@nicolelafontaine1720 Жыл бұрын

I love all my shawls, this summer my spouse and I constructed shawl ladders to display 24 shawls in our living room. For the moment I have a sweater on my needles, the Fairy Bouquet. Your Manis is wondeful and fits you perfectly. Wow ! Amy, that was such a mooving reading at the end of this episode. THANKS !

@jenniferdeutsch-filippi Жыл бұрын

I was not a shawl knitter until you made me become one !! Last year was my first entry in MKAL of Stephen West and I thank you so much because through your podcast episodes, you convinced me. It was a wonderful journey, I loved it. I am about to begin my second one this year, MKAL22 got me !! Thank you so much Amy for this and more about what you share with us. 🥰

@earlgreyknits1178 Жыл бұрын

Wow Amy, that reading at the end was incredible. I can't believe you wrote that! Never stop writing!

@AmyPalko Жыл бұрын

Aw, thank you!

@sallylunamoth5542 Жыл бұрын

I Agree Totally, Isn't the Poem Just Truly Beautiful...💗

@charmainerodrick2654 Жыл бұрын

I've knitted several small and medium shawls. Seeing all your big shawls has inspired me to make a big shawl in the future.

@eileen8481 Жыл бұрын

Your reading at the end was just beautiful. I hope we get to hear more of your writings.

@agnespowderly8349 Жыл бұрын

I have just finished a shawl which will be a special Christmas gift for my 9 year old granddaughter.She said that she would love one to be just like me in mine . She choose the yarn from my stash and a pattern of Helen Stewart’s called the Amulet shawl which has 600 beads knit into it . I have knit it with all my love in every stitch. I can’t wait to see her in .it.Thanks Amy for all the inspiration you have given me .❤

@AmyPalko Жыл бұрын

That's a beautiful pattern - how completely precious!

@notaclue822 Жыл бұрын

What a wonderful, heart warming poem you wrote. I love your podcast.

@juliemansius9921 Жыл бұрын

Until I was a knitter I never understood shawls. Now they’re a chilly weather staple, keeping me warm inside my home and outside as layering pieces. I knit a shawl for my recently widowed elderly aunt and recently she wrote to me to tell me that she wears it every evening and feels wrapped in love.

@FirnMamaMakes Жыл бұрын

I'm anticipating casting on a Dotted Rays Shawl very soon. and we love them around here because they're both a mama accessory and a kiddo blanket. 😄 love a dual purpose knit. ❤️

@internette Жыл бұрын

Another wonderful episode! My favourite shawl is the Lucca by Regina Moessmer, knitted in a beautiful deep green Jo Sharp Silkroad Aran Tweed. This yarn languished as an incomplete cropped garter jacket for 8 years, before it was born again into the much-loved Lucca.

@meredithanne Жыл бұрын

You are a true teacher and guide and I’m so thankful I found you 💖

@janemarriott3389 Жыл бұрын

LOL when you said 30 pounds of yarn that you won ----- being American ---- my mind went to 30 POUNDS of yarn! I was amazed! That would not even fit in the car! . . . finally I caught on, and will say congratulations!

@AmyPalko Жыл бұрын

Hahaha! Oh my goodness - wouldn't that be a dream prize? Although it would probably mean I'd never have to buy any more yarn ever again. And I do rather enjoy buying yarn... Lol!

@torahill7067 Жыл бұрын

Your shawl wall always inspires me. I usually make shawls for gifts, but am making one for me out of my own handspun yarn at the moment. x

@rebeccajourney3183 Жыл бұрын

Yea, the shawl wall. So beautiful!! So thrilled for your daughter and I can't wait to see her kilt making!! Thank you for linking that video! What a perfect card to reflect the times. I would watch just to hear you share the oracle cards! But I love the gorgeous knis, although I've only learned to loom knit hats with the circle looms in the past 3 years. I love the feather and scroll pattern cuffs. I want to learn to knit patters and designs on my straight looms so I can make myself a shawl Amy. You inspire me so! Carpal Tunnel surgery tomorrow so no crafting for me the next few weeks. Just recovering from Hurricane Ian cleanup...3 days of yard debris, 3 trips to dump. Now I'm down to the wire cooking for my surgery! The lacework on Pink Fizz is breathtakingly beautiful Amy! Seriously Holly looks psychedelic to me. That's probably why the colors don't show! It's mind blowing 🤯 Love Sophie's ascot💕 What a perfect Christmas gift 🎁 ( or a future giveaway perhaps? ) And the Alpaca hug!! Love the delicate pattern! So very pretty!! I love purple and I love spending time listening and seeing your gorgeous creations and color combinations. And I realized why I love you: you are genuine and true, you are yourself and embrace that💕. I think that's why you appeal to so many. You embrace your knitting passion and in so doing, embrace us as well. I still love the readings 📚 ❤ But I just wanted to thank you for everything you are and do❣

@AmyPalko Жыл бұрын

Such a beautiful comment, Rebecca - thank you so much. I do hope that your surgery went well the other day there. Know that I am sending wishes for swift sweet healing.

@nadinegoffart487 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for your beautiful poem! And read with your wonderful voice it’s even more powerful! I love knitting shawls more than wearing them. The best shawls are like a sweet embrace or a big hug. I give a shawl to all the special people in my life and feel fulfilled when they wear them. I really want to knit a brioche shawl but keep postponing it as I am often tired in the evening and need a pretty easy knit. In October of course I enjoy the West MKAL 😉🙏

@saramiller1371 Жыл бұрын

I know your joy over finding a special restaurant or brewery that can accommodate your gluten free diet. I’ve had to become gluten free as well and some places act like I’m being an inconvenience when I ask questions. Those few places that happily make adjustments or offer special menu items are treasures!

@joannaang984 Жыл бұрын

Such a beautiful poem, Amy. Thank you for this lovely episode. Love it!🥰

@dew18954 Жыл бұрын

Hi Amy, I love your shawl wall back drop. I have the Cinnabar on my wish list to knit for my beautiful and kind sister-in-law. I think the colours you chose would be her cup of tea. Thank you for always being an inspiration ❤️

@mariloknitting5927 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for the lovely poen that went directly to my heart

@AmyPalko Жыл бұрын

You are so welcome!

@kimberlierobison5981 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for your beautiful, calming podcast. I found you through your shawl wall videos, and have been inspired ever since. I only have a few shawls, but I want to knit more!

@marittamm9836 Жыл бұрын

I am excited to cast on my first half and half wrap. I love your podcast, especially your shawl collection. So inspiring

@clarerogers2762 Жыл бұрын

Such beautiful words ❤ lovely. I’m knitting my first ever shawl and I’m loving every minute of it xx

@sarahjanewheatley5472 Жыл бұрын

Thank you Amy for another episode. I loved the breading today. Shawls that work for me are on the smaller, lighter side as I live in southern Spain where the weather can be chilly but is often warm or hot! They are so easy to put on and off, to layer, to grab on the way out of the house. I must knit some more!

@nancythomas1172 Жыл бұрын

Such a lovely podcast! Thank you!❤

@gmersman Жыл бұрын

Dear Amy - just want to send you huge appreciation for the gift you left by sending this podcast into the world’s view. I’ve only just found your podcast and soaking up your content. I saw the episode your your mom. It brought joy to me, hearing you both laughing so heartily and easily . Please tell her it has warmed hearts across the world. I’m in Santa Cruz, California. Have you ever heard of this town? It is on the coast just south of San Francisco.

@TheSablelou Жыл бұрын

Shawls, shawls, all the shawls! My favorite shawl to date is called The Journey by Jane Vanselous. The pattern is relaxing and rhythmic but the story behind it is what so touched my heart! My 1st Stephen West just came off the needles Sunday and I am also so excited for the upcoming MKAL! Amy I wish I could convey what a shining bright light you are! Thank you for all you do!

@marijaorel7299 Жыл бұрын

Such a lovely podcast. While the recent lockdowns were so devastating for much of our lives however I discovered podcasters and started knitting again and have purchased some lovely shawl patterns and the beautiful Miss May Shawl by Helen Stewart of Curious Handmade is on my needles now I have finished the very simple Half and Half Wrap by Purl Soho. Thank you for giving us such pleasant podcasts.

@helenravine5163 Жыл бұрын

What a beautiful episode, thank you. You know, you are the shawl-enabler in my life! The first ever shawls I made were when I was 19 (well over 40 years ago): a triangular lacey one for my best friend and then exactly the same pattern in a different colourway for myself. I came across my one recently - it had long since been relegated to my kids' dressup box. My girldfriend's was in a relatively tasteful black and silver lurex yarn while mine was in a cream and gold lurex - which in no way tempts me to wear it again. But as a snapshot of my knitting skills at the time, I found it absolutely fascinating. I can't believe how incredibly even my knitting was back then, way more tidy than it is now - one of the perils of both my skills and needles having got faster. ! And then there are the things I would do differently now. Thanks largely to podcasters such as yourself, I know SO much more about knitting than I did then. For example, the long straight edge in the lurex wonder curls up because the cast-off is too tight - you've taught me the value of going up a needle size. Mainly I look at that shawl and feel so proud of that 19-year old who had no idea that lace was anything other than just following the instructions, one stitch at a time, and I think, you go girl! My light sure was shining at that moment. I've gone back to shawls during the pandemic and what I like most abut them is that they can be just so much fun to knit, especially when I pick a pattern when something is changing all the time. PS, love the wall of shawls as your backdrop, worth any number of squeaking floorboards...

@AmyPalko Жыл бұрын

Wah - I love this! How incredible that your 19yr old self made these matching friendship shawls.

@happyeveryarn Жыл бұрын

Your poem is sooo beautiful, thank you

@maureencapotosto9257 Жыл бұрын

I just knit my first Joji Locatelli shawl. Loved the pattern, the lone skein shawl. Your shawls are works of art. I really like the idea of the cuff and the one you have is beautiful.

@carotrike Жыл бұрын

This was the best episode yet Amy! I loved your poem Let Your Light Shine! I would love a copy to keep as I felt it was written especially to me! Speaking of shawls; I have recently bought a copy of Joli Loccatelli 's pattern for her latest shawl/wrap called Zeeweg. The meaning is 'The Way To The Sea'. We used to live in Cornwall and I loved riding my trike to the top of a hill and knowing that I would be rewarded by the view of the sea! The Yarn for the shawl has been bought for me by my lovely husband (we recently celebrated our 44th wedding anniversary) for my birthday, which like you, is in November. There has been so much going on recently, the birth of a fourth grandchild, 2 grown up daughters who needed sweaters and a friend who needed a neck warmer to name but a few, that although this yarn was bought in September, I still haven't cast it on yet. This will now be my birthday cast on and I can't wait! I don't live by the sea any more, so the wave pattern will be there to remind me of riding up hills and taking in great lung fulls of fresh sea air as I stopped at the tops of the Cornish hills!

@AmyPalko Жыл бұрын

WIll see what I can do about making copies of the poem, Caroline. But in the meantime, let me congratulate you and your beloved on your 44th wedding anniversary. And, I love that we share a birthday month - an upcoming birthday totally justifies a special cast on!

@susancormack2618 Жыл бұрын

Amy, your shawl wall is exquisite! You are such a talented knitter! Thx for another great podcast!

@michelelegge6287 Жыл бұрын

You inspired me to make shawls I had never seen them before your podcast now I am addicted. Currently like many knitters I am counting down the hours till the Twists and Turns MKAL only 10 hours to go ❤🎉❤

@Sunny75771 Жыл бұрын

Picking your favorite shawl is like picking your favorite child, but I do have a couple I wear more often. Brickless by Martena Behm or The Wick Shawl by Helen Stewart. The most favorite gifted shawls were Debut by Katiuscia Bayslak...this I have knit several times and it always turns out gorgeous. I am looking forward to casting on Twists and Turns by Stephen West and also have another shawl Paris Toujours by Isabell Kraemer that I want for this Winter's wear....and maybe another Wick Shawl?!? 😀

@TheStrikkechick Жыл бұрын

Lovely episode, Amy! Your shawl wall is such a wonderful backdrop for your podcast. And it must be so lovely to have your daughter home with you ❤

@AmyPalko Жыл бұрын

Aw, thank you, Samantha. I was worried the shawl wall was a bit busy as a backdrop, but folk seem to love it. And yes, it's always lovely to have my girl back under my roof!

@addy5335 Жыл бұрын

Dear Amy, I have only recently discovered you podcast and what a delight it is. I have been working my way through the episodes and enjoying all of them . Such a comfort when I can’t sleep during the night (the other night I watched one of your links to the Rhinebeck as I’d never heard of it before- such a fab occasion). Your work is so inspiring and I love all your pieces but in particular, your shawls are amazing, so much so that I am now planning on making one of the Stephen West for myself. So, I’m being very bold in my attempts having never made a shawl before. I also don’t feel so guilty having a few knitting projects on the go at once; it’s much like how I read books - I always have one than one on the go. Thank you so much for your truly inspiring podcast.x

@AmyPalko Жыл бұрын

So glad you found my wee corner of youtube, Addy! I think one of the most frequent comments that I receive is that folk find my channel soothing and calming and comforting - which is a really lovely thing to know. Touches my heart.

@scanzaroli Жыл бұрын

Hello Amy, I am currently knitting my second Cinnabar shawl. My first one I knitted for myself inspired by you, and the incredibly lovely one you knitted a few years ago, also with the Crazy Zauberball, for your grandmother I think it was. Now I am knitting another one for my oldest sister in Upstate New York where winters are very cold so I think the Brioche will be perfect. The one you are wearing is absolutely breathtaking. As usual, you are awe-inspiring, and lovely to watch and listen to while I knit away. Thank you!

@AmyPalko Жыл бұрын

Yes - I did knit one for my Gran a few years ago using a zauberball. Love those long gradient yarns - such fun!

@natashaehlers3471 Жыл бұрын

I simply ❤ your calming voice and interesting video’s. Stephen West’s shawl patterns are my favorites!

@gabyknits7960 Жыл бұрын

Oh my goodness, your reading spoke to my heart. Thank you so much for all the inspiration and thoughtful words. You truly guide us during these difficult times!!!!!

@carolbucklew7455 Жыл бұрын

I had never made a crescent-shaped shawl until I made one by Helen Stewart and was very pleased to see how well it stayed over my shoulders. It was quite heavy because I made it in local aran-weight handspun, and I ended up using it as a night wrap. It stays on so well and keeps me warm when the nights are shivery.

@NedaMay Жыл бұрын

Thanks to one of your previous podcasts, Amy, I have the Cinnibar Shawl on my needles in the same yarn and colours, a Christmas gift for my daughter. I do hope my Shawl looks as pretty as yours.

@angelagrant9937 Жыл бұрын

I love your shawl wall. The colours you put together are always amazing together. You encouraged me to join last year's MKAL which I am so proud of. I am currently knitting this year's which I am thoroughly enjoying.

@lornasutcliffe6667 Жыл бұрын

I love your shawl wall! I have told some of my knitting friends that say they can't wear shawl to look at your utube for inspiration. I have some beautiful wool from wooly mammoth fibre and gathered sheepbyarns that I have been thinking of using in a shawl. I ended up with a simple garter stitch asymmetric shawl. After trying some more intricate designs I was so happy to settle in to the simplicity of the shawl that I started while listening to this utube. Thanks , lorna sutcliffe.

@carmenweiss6505 Жыл бұрын

Literally knitting a find your fade with the most beautiful wool from Crux fibres right now as I watch this!!!

@AncestralCraeft Жыл бұрын

Your words were so incredibly beautiful, Amy. You’re such an inspiration to me and your craft practice has always evolved into new places each episode I watch. You’re fearless and full of life and that radiates out to us all. Shine your light ✨

@AmyPalko Жыл бұрын

That means so much to me, lovely Alex. I do so hope we can meet for a catch up cuppa really soon - that would be honestly delightful. xxxx

@annijuutiknits Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for an another lovely episode. You’re such a joy to watch. ❤️ I’m currently frantically trying to finish my Hipster shawl before the MKAL starts in two days. 😍🤩

@CraftyTeaLife Жыл бұрын

I am joining my first every West Knits MKAL this year! I have knit the Dotted Rays and loved it. After trying a couple of plain shawls, and then ripping them back, I think the variety of stitches and the level of challenge of the MKAL is exactly what I need right now. Your Wall of Shawls episodes inspired me so much. It made me want to knit all of the shawls! Thank you for sharing your beautiful poem at the end of this episode...you are such a gift.

@onepinkplumknits Жыл бұрын

Such a beautiful reading to end the episode. I really appreciated your discussion of your wips that weren’t quite working and your thought process around them, I often let projects rest and I think more thought around the why and where I am is needed

@thekindles1183 Жыл бұрын

Always, wonderful visiting with you in this corner of the internet. I love the last poem, I love the readings and alll the knitting. I also have to be gluten free and am so appreciative when places go the extra mile. I had to laugh at the kilt socks. Can't wait to cast on the the twist and turns. I do also love that it takes you out of a comfort zone but teaches you skills like a master class. So neat!!! All the best, Kimberly

@agnetamilton7507 Жыл бұрын

Thank you, your videos are always a treat! I have the Twists & turns on my needles and I love it. I am longing to see your version.

@lindaelder2898 Жыл бұрын

Finished my first Stephen West shawl, Brioband. It was a fun knit and I was able to practice brioche once again after several years of none. I'm now working on the Askews Me shawl with yarn left over from two sweaters for my nieces. The shawl will be for their Mom. Looking forward to the Stephen West MKAL starting soon. Thank you for your lovely podcasts. I really enjoy the card readings and seeing all your beautiful knits. So inspiring!

@AmyPalko Жыл бұрын

Oh I love that their mum's shawl will be made from the leftovers of their jumpers!

@darlenesmith9542 Жыл бұрын

Thank You Amy for sharing your Beautiful poem ❤ I carrying it cellularly today. You are a Beacon of light ✨ Your knitting is so inspirational and yarn choices are just yummy!! 🤗

@suemccord9723 Жыл бұрын

Amy loving your shawl wall, such a pretty backdrop. The colors in your cinnabar are fantastic. I have 2 drawers full of different shawls, now that the cooler weather is here I can start wearing them again. :)

@normasmith9596 Жыл бұрын

I just finished pressed flowers and cant wait until it is cool enough to wear it. Your shawls r a dream come true.

@shannonrule1179 Жыл бұрын

Hi Amy, I love your shawl wall! It is just so beautiful. I’m really looking forward to starting my Westknits MKAL shawl later this week

@cynthiatatum626 Жыл бұрын

You have inspired me to make my first shawl. I love your shawl wall. Thank you for sharing.

@jeannievega1639 Жыл бұрын

Love watching your podcast Amy. I am a shawl knitter. I enjoy wearing my shawls throughout the year. I have knitted shawl with beads from Boo Knits and amazing designer. Currently getting ready for the Stephen West MKAL. I look forward to knitting his mystery shawls. Also finishing up my Rhinebeck sweater. I will be attending this event and can't wait to see all the beautiful sweaters, shawls and just hanging out with fiber enthusiasts.