My mom was 102 when she passed in 2019. No, you are never ready to let go and you never get over losing your mom. I still haven't. When she was at her end, I sat next to her knitting on my Stone Sound Poncho. Like you, it was in shades of green. Whenever I wear it, I remember what was happening at the time. Sad but she would have loved that I knitted as it was her that taught me to knit. My prayers are with you.
So sorry for your loss. I understand the grief. My father passed two years ago today and it seems like a week ago. So many things remind me of him everyday.
I just found your channel yesterday. I have started binge watching your episodes. My mom passed away 18 years ago on April 20, 2024. She was 52 years old. She was a month shy of her 53rd birthday. I still have moments where it takes my breath away. Everyone grieves in their own way. Just go with it and ride the wave. This year hits a bit different for me because I am the same age as She was when she passed. I am very sorry for your loss. Sending you prayers for comfort and peace.
Julie, so wonderful to "meet" you at MSK today. Yes, indeed you love your 50 shades of green. :-) I totally love the sweater you have on, The Daily Pullover! I am gonna have to make one of those. You are cracking me up as I watch your video and see green and green and more green sweaters! A little quote from one of Peter Alsop's song, New Ground, "Watch for a sign, keep your heart alive, the spirit breaks new ground whenever something dies. Watch the shadows closely, the tears will clear your eyes, the spirit breaks new ground whenever something dies. Your chest can feel the pain, that makes it hard to breathe, but your love will always stay and the pain will leave." Sending you positive energy as your travel on your journey of grief. You have such fond memories of your mom to cherish forever!!
Elisabeth, yes.. it was nice to meet you. Thank you for watching and helping me pick my giveaway prizes. These words are beautiful. I hope to see you again at MSK. Julie said I could film the shop. I will wait until spring. She has the prettiest spring bulbs each year!
My condolences! So happy you found a craft that brings you closer to great memories of your mom. I just made the same raglan sweater for my daughter and it fit her to perfection. Keep up your crafting it will bring you joy during such a difficult time. 😊
I made the Mellow Mood Sweater with Estelle Chunky (I usually knit with 100% wool), my daughter chose the yarn and it feels like she is wrapped in a giant hug. The yarn is very plumpy. I loved this pattern, you were knitting it during the most difficult time in your life. You may want to revisit it in a few months with a different yarn. Thanks for sharing while you are grieving, you Have a beautiful soul. 😊
I lost my mom just before Christmas as well. Now it’s my mother-in-law she is going through cancer as well. Hard emotional times. My heart is with you.
Dear Julie, this morning I've seen your podcast the first time. It's so nice. You're such a lovely and empathetic person and your knits are wonderful. It's so sad to lose a loved person. So I send you a loving hug from germany.
Dear Julie, my condolences on the loss of your mom. I am glad you have a heart full of beautiful memories to balance out the grief. I lost my mom almost 6 years ago and even now am sometimes hit with a wave of grief. Sending a virtual hug from South Korea
So sorry to hear about your mom. I like what you said about the grief being worth it. I lost my mom four years ago and still think about her every single day. Sending you warm thoughts and hope you are getting through the days ❤
Prayers for you and your family. You're so right, nothing ever prepares you for the loss of a loved one, especially your mother. It's good for you to be where you are now, among her things. I think it helps with the process grief and healing. I used my mom's sewing machine and knitting needles to help me through. I love your sweaters and all the pretty greens as well. Such beautiful work! I always look forward to your podcasts. Take care of yourself, and those sweet kitties. ❤
Thank you so much. I was just thinking of you this morning for some reason. I still feel bad about my duplicate name.. I should have dug on TH-cam further. I appreciate your comments.
@@TheKnittyKats Aww, I love your channel name so please don't change it! Just goes to show great minds think alike 😄 I'm looking forward to your next video and lovely knits.
My deepest condolences ❤ its so hard to loose one’s mom😢 i lost my mom when she was only 60. I was only 31, just gave birth to my third daughter. Many years has passed, but just listening to your story brings back the pain of my own loss. Time heals, but we never forget
Thank you.. Yes... how special is a mom? Irreplaceable. I am sorry you lost yours so early. Very sad that your kids did not have her. But she lives on through you.
I am so sorry for your loss. Thank you for sharing your love for your mother and your grief for your loss. Your honesty is touching and inspiring, and your knitting is just beautiful.
Julie, I admire you being vocal about your loss. I agree it’s hard and never easy to loss a parent, what ever the age. I just chose to shut down my feelings and pretended to be brave when I lost my Dad. I had to be strong for my family and did what I did in hopes to keep every one strong. It’s over five years now and all I can tell you is it still comes back in waves and that’s okay. The memories always remain.
Loss is hard and I’m hoping you’re finding comfort in your current surroundings and that in time the memories and love you have for your mom eases those waves of emotions that happen. Take care.
Thank you for sharing your process of grieving on your Mom’s loss 💔 You are so right when you say it’s something you can never prepare for and it takes time to live with the loss. I’m on 10 years and one month grieving journey on my loss and am finally able to speak about my mother and her love of sewing and crafting. Sending you hugs.
Olivia... How hard this journey is. I wish I had do overs. I wish I did not allow my life to be so busy and spent more time with her. So many regrets. She love us so very much. I am sorry you are still grieving. I don't think it will ever end.
So very sorry to hear about your Mum, she was clearly amazing. It's wonderful to see your podcast again. Take care of you and yours, sending warm hugs from NZ
Hi Julie. I love your podcast, and am so sorry for the loss of your mother. I totally agree that it’s unlike other losses. I lost my mom when I was 22 and it left a hole in my heart that has never quite been filled. I lost my dad about 15 years ago, and the feeling you have when both parents have passed is a very hard grief. However, their spirits come for visits once in a while, and I feel their love inside me often, so in a sense, they are not gone. Love takes many forms, and it ever dies. ❤
Oh... you made me cry... I'm glad you are embracing your grief... the memories... I love that kitty paw print poncho too! I laughed out loud when you mentioned donating knitting needles to inmates... it's a great thing, just caught me funny with the pointy needles...
Awww. I am sorry I made you cry. Thank you for crying with me though. Yes - the needles at the jail is pretty funny! I thought the same thing. Wonder how they do it.
Julie, I'm so sorry about your mom. I can relate as it has been over ten years since I lost my mother. It is a grief like no other. It will get easier. I love all your green sweaters! Green is my favorite color. You look great in green. Its so good to see you again.😊
I can feel your grief… My husband passed away in November, we were married 56 years. Then 3 months later my niece(my other daughter) asI called her passed away also. Some days I can be okay and others I am so so sad. Your knits that you were making that you remind you of your Mom were Loy. I made my niece hats while I was in the hospital with my husband. The tears just come… I enjoy your podcast, it’s sincere.😊
I’m so sorry you lost your dear mom. I am still blessed to have my 93 year old mother and I cherish her. Thankyou for sharing your knitting but especially your feelings about your mom. You were both lucky to have each other❤
I'm sorry for your loss, Julie❤Your thoughts of your mom are so beautiful. I understand the grief - your tears made it feel raw again for me too, even after 13 years. I also just knit the Sophie scarf - it's a very sweet design! Yours looks really cute on you. ☺ People are kind to you because you are so kind. Your 50 shades of green sweaters look great, especially the one you are wearing. Take care! 🥰
I am so sorry for your loss. I hope all the wonderful memories of your Mom will help during this sad time. Also so sorry for the loss of your cats, 😢 I just found your podcast. You are so real and thank you for sharing all your true emotions . Your knitting is fantastic and I want to get into more sweater knitting. I was born in the U.K. and my family came to the USA when I was 4. I am loving all your British “things”. So much that I went to the websites and purchased some wool ( lots of wool) I now live in Grand Lake, Colorado. Thank you for sharing all the beautiful scenery for the rest of the world to see.
So, so sorry for your loss. Glad you were able to share her with us! I hope you continue to share more with us! I love green too, naturally drawn to it, just like I’m drawn to nature. Make that vest in a linen quill, now that you know how it feels. Thanks for sharing your knit happenings, glad to know even you rip out sometimes, not just my deal…🤭❤️
I watched this episode in tears. I felt like I wrote it. My mom went on hospice beginning of december and passed January 8th. I was working on socks and just finished them. So sorry for your loss.
I am sure some objects you do take you to the moments you were making them ❤ I hope you are feeling better and remembering your mom and your love for her will always bring you forward. I am also knitting a green 💚 pullover, how funny. Much love for you
Julie, you did a great job...let it out!...its great therapy...I was crying with you the whole time. My Mom lives with me and my Husband, I can hear her singing to Lawrence Welk right now. I know it wont be long before I will going through the same thing as she has Dementia but she can remember all the old songs that her Mother used to sing. My Dad passed away 10 yrs ago and I still get those waves of grief when I think of him. That Green looks amazing on you...I love all colours. Need more blues in my wardrobe too. Love hearing cat stories...I have 4 dogs as my Husband is allergic to cats. You and your Sister take care of eachother as you remember your Mom this year. 1st year is the hardest. Thank you for the podcast!🥰🇨🇦Sharon.
Hello from Toronto. Such a sweet podcast. Do you have had as many as four cats at one time - all of them were rescues who found us. Now we are down to two: a sweet but determined tabby named Emma and a very shy, eternally scared 0:00 black kitty named Bello. Vella came into the bed for three months when we first got him. Now he bosses quite loudly for food and sits on the stairs looking back when he wants scratches. However, he is definitely not a lap cat and we can’t pick him up. If I’m eating something that he is interested in, he will bump me when I am sitting at the table. He is particularly fond of Italian food as his foster mother was Italian and served him a lot of Italian dishes.
Julie, somehow I missed your video when you spoke of your mother’s illness. I felt terrible when you said she had passed. You are so right about loss and Grief. The waves come at the least opportune times. Triggers bring them, music, smells, recipes, seeing someone who reminds you of her…things taken for granted become the most dear, treasured memories. A Friend to Knit With, lost her mom a little while back. She bought a journal to use as a Dear Mom. She wrote letters to her mom in the journal whenever she was missing her , thinking about her, wishing she could ask her a question or just sit and chat. I thought that was the nicest idea, and thought I would always pass that on to friends who were grieving. My mom died ten years ago on March 3, from pancreatic cancer. We weren’t aware that she was ill until February 4. Hospice are angels, there is no way I could thank them for their kindness and loving care they gave mom and my family. My husband and I brought her to our home, and I stayed near her, loving her, and making sure she knew what a special woman she truly was. My father passed away in his sleep, so I was unable to say goodbye. I realized that no matter how difficult her illness was…how difficult it was to watch her slip away…that it was a gift that I hadn’t had with Dad. Both ways is horrible. The sadness that comes over us is hard to explain to someone who hasn’t yet experienced this loss. It is with empathy and understanding that I send you my deepest condolences and send you love. It does get easier. But after ten years, I can say that it feels like yesterday and the little things became the big things. When I feel lost and lonely Mom is the one I still ask for help. And then I wait for a sign that she indeed still lives in my heart and is ready to send me the answers I’m wanting. God Bless you , your sister, your families and everyone who was a part of her life. ❤ Cindi
Love all your green sweaters. I’m a redhead and that’s my favorite color to wear. I’ve been eyeing the linen quill and Daily Pullover, but I’m not sure I’m ready for a sweater on that small of a needle. Never apologize for grieving your mom. My mom passed away 20 years ago when I was in my mid 40’s. Knitting helped me through the grief. It’s gotten easier over the years and I can think of her and smile now. So sorry for your loss. ❤
My prayers are with you and your family. Losing a parent is always difficult, but I am so glad that you got to spend time with your mom and that you were able to communicate with her during that time. I know that going through the house with my brother and sister was very therapeutic and gave us the opportunity to reminisce and laugh as we went through the grieving process. My parents died a year apart, and it has been over 25 years.... I still get the urge to pick up the phone and call with a question! Also - I love the green sweaters. I have a large collection of them too!
sending deepest sympathy to you and your family. Grief is a process and it is different for everyone. Please give yourself some grace through this. I too, lost a parent in December and a brother in February. Neither was easy but I know I must take it one day at a time. Hoping all of the crafting brings you some joy and comfort.
@@TheKnittyKats Oh Julie, I'm standing with the help of great friends and family. Don't be afraid to lean on your inner circle of people, they are all there to help you in any way they can.
Hello Julie, It was heartbreaking to hear you recount your journey with your mom. It brought it all back to me about losing my mom and dad too. It's such a huge hole in our hearts that we can't will away. My sincere condolences to you. My mom passed away in July 2011 of Alzheimer's and my dad passed away a week later of colon cancer. He kept his cancer a secret from us because he wanted to take care of my mom and not put her in a home. So he waited too long and the cancer was stage 4 by the time she was so sick. I felt like an orphan when they passed even though I was in my 50s. SOOOOOO sad. But I have lots of good memories and hold on to those for comfort. I will tell you I was knitting on a beautiful sweater for my younger son while visiting my folks in the hospital and hospice which I finished after I got home. Then I sold my home a few years later and I found that sweater in a heap in my sons pile of throw away items. So I repossessed it and keep it close because it reminds me of that time I was with my parents. BTW I'm an avid sewing beast and my 1st sewing machine I ever owned was a Bernina Record 830. I bought it in 1973! Now I have a Bernina 880 which is a far cry from my 1st sewing machine. You should take your Record to Bernina Jeff, not too far from you near Denver in Colorado. He is like a walking Bernina encyclopedia!!!!! I plan on sending my old Bernina to be reconditioned by him as I will never sell it!!!!! Still works great. Send me your email contact if you don't mind. Knitting hugs, Carrie from Northern San Francisco Bay Area❤😘🙏🐶🐑☕⛅🧵🪡🧶
I’m so very sorry about your mom! 😢 Praying for peace for you and your family 🙏🏻 Having knitting to do will help in keeping your mind busy. My mom taught me to knit after my son passed away. I still don’t know how I ever had the patience, focus and any desire whatsoever to learn but, that was in January 2004 and I’m still knitting today. It truly helped my mind and soul!😊❤️🕊️🧶🥢
So sorry for your loss. I lost my mother in 2021 and my husband in July of 2023 so I understand the waves of grief. Thank goodness for dogs, knitting, spinning and quilting to help keep my mind occupied. I hope you love your house when you get back there,
Oh no. I honestly cannot even imagine what you have gone through. I am so very sorry. Yes... we are a beautiful community of fiber lovers. Always here for one another. I am so grateful for that. Thinking of you...
Julie, my prayers go out to you and your family. I'm so glad you have such wonderful thoughts of your Mother before she went home to the Lord. That brings such comfort to feel her presence everytime you wear your sweater. It's like a big hug from her every time you wear it. God bless.
I just happened to be in a store that sells Jo Malone perfume after watching this episode. Interesting perfume indeed!! I hope you will continue to celebrate your mother and thank you for sharing the stories with us. It was touching to hear the story about that sweater while she was in care. I am sure that knit will hold all sorts of emotions!!
@@TheKnittyKats it was beautiful!! Incredibly feminine and beguiling as well! I’m not sure it is my kind of fragrance to actually wear but next time I see it I will give it another try because it was definitely lovely!
I'm so sorry you lost your mom💔 I lost my father 2 years ago, and the sight of certain things I know he loved suddenly brings him back to me as if it was only yesterday that I spoke with him last. It no longer hurts but fills me with warmth and fond memories❤ I lost my mom when I was 22. That was the scariest time of my life and I am so grateful it brought my dad and me closer.🙏 I love your colorful hat and your green theme🤩 How fun you have the Knus Light, I have the Sommerknus pattern - the summer version😄
Gosh.. 22 is too young to loose your mother. I am soooooo sorry. It must have be scary to navigate womenhood without her. But you did it! Well done. A strong woman. My Knus is almost done!
Great Podcast Julie! I have been waiting for it, you never disappoint. Thank you for sharing your mom with us, love to hear you share your stories about her. A blessing to us all. Take care till next podcast, have a safe trip, and continued prayers for you and Deb and family.🙏🏻❤️🧶
Thanks Karen. Your support is appreciated. With all of your sock knitting... that LOSY hat is right up your alley. It was sooooo much fun. As one color ran out, you pick another up. Just great to see how they mixed. Talk soon.
Oh my! I am in my green period! I have just come out of my orange period + before that it was my tourquoise era.I love your benedicta colours, you have inspired me to knit one in those colours. The benedicta was the first in the round sweater I made after 60+ years of old school knitting. I am praying for you in your grief. I lost my mum 3yrs ago at this time of year. I am comforted that she is with the Lord + I will see her again. Thankyou for doing this podcast.
Love and hugs. Your mom was definitely worth it. What a testimony to her and to the legacy that she leaves for us to enjoy ❤ Thank you for sharing your beautiful makes with us
I totally understand the grief wave. My mom passed 8years ago last December. I miss her terribly still. I know I’m not alone due to fact I’m the oldest of 7. Prayer of comfort and peace.
Hi my heart goes out to you and Deb, we lost our must just Dec 20 2021 an dad Dec 10 2007, we scattered their ashes today in their garden as the keys to the house they built together in the 1950 s ate handed over to the new owners tomorrow. there is nothing as hard as losing your mum sending hugs. remember the good times you had while she was around, lots of love Jo-Anne
@TheKnittyKats it's the end of an Era, and we have had 18 months since it sold to process it, so it was nice to spend the day with my two sisters sorting the last few things.
Oh my dear Julie, I don’t even know where to start. I had a feeling since December that something had happened when I saw one of your Instagram posts. I have to say, with a very heavy heart, that unfortunately I know exactly how you are feeling. I lost my mom 2 years ago and there is no greater loss. I can sympathize with everything you mentioned today … all the memories … I think about her every day and multiple times a day. I try to wear and make things the colors she liked ( even thought we had such different styles and tastes) and every time I see something with a Rose I have to get it because it reminds me of her. Grief is hard and as you said it comes in waves. Be gentle with yourself and know that your mom is with you and she lives within you and every time you look in the mirror look deep inside your eyes and you will see her. Sending you and your family my deepest condolences and sincere sympathy. I’m praying for your healing 💚🙏🏼
May God bless you abundantly as you enjoy your Mom’s home. You are so sweet and you are correct-we are never ready to give up our Moms! Mine passed away in 1984 and I still miss her so much! The rawness lessens over time but the loss never leaves you. I love your greens! Sending hugs from northern Virginia ❤ Angela
Dear Julie I am so sorry for your loss, mums are precious. It’s 24 years this September since my mum passed and I still miss her very, 2 years this May we lost my oldest brother to pancreatic cancer and we missed mum very much while he was dying. I am sending you lots of love 💕 and prayers 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻 drawer as much comfort as you can from her home while you there 💕🙏🏻💕🙏🏻💕
So happy you were able to take the time to podcast. You have been missed. I'm very sorry for the loss of your mom. Not a day goes by that I don't think of my parents and it has been some time since they were here. My grandmother was named Beatrice as well. You did an amazing amount of knitting since your last podcast. And, you look lovely in all of those shades of green. I don't envy you with the house remodel. That is a lot of work and stress. I hope it goes well for you.
Blessings Julie, . . . watched the podcast because I love the colour green. Then subscribed because I love your gentle voice. Please don't edit your pod it is lovely without that. I'm sorry you are going down sorrow's road. I lost my mom over ten years ago and I could feel your pain. Eventually it will get easier. Glad you can be in your mother's house it will help with your grief journey. Your green knits inspired me to knit a green vest for Easter. Love and healing prayers for you and your family. With gratitude, Sarah from Sask. Canada
I finally got a chance to spend an hour listening to somebody who reminds me of one of my best friends. First I wanted to tell you how sorry I am that you suffered such a profound loss. I understand this, next month it will be one year since I lost my husband and I am still in mourning. I also still miss my mom, who died a while back, and my father and brother. I feel kind of alone now, so I really love listening to your podcasts. I am so grateful to have them.
condolences to you & your family, grieving is sometimes a long process & many go through it differently, i lost both mine many years ago & no longer grieve let your grief flow when it pops out at random times, don't hold it back love all your knitting & quite enjoyed the shades of green, my sister loves green too & i've even started to wear it a bit now as well hope your renovations go well, can relate here as my house is in a state of disarray from renovations too, so messy! thanx so much for sharing
My deepest condolences to you and your family. Losing a mother leaves a hole in your heart that can never fully heal; however, your memories help the aching and longing and makes it bearable. Take all the time you need to grieve and talk about her as if she has just left the room and will soon return. As long as we talk about our love ones-they are still present in our lives. I take comfort in knowing I will see my mother again….
I’m so sorry for your loss. I lost my mom in 2007 and I miss her every single day. Don’t laugh, but on my way to work every day. I tell her good morning and every night I say good night. I drive past it. On my way to work. It really is on my way to work.
So sorry for your loss. I lost my mom in October. I feel your pain….. I finished Camilla Vad Field Sweater the night before mom passed so I was never able to show her. It’s hard. Don’t feel bad for showing emotion in your podcast. We are knitting sisters and share in joys and in loss. Even if loss is frogging back sweaters…… our moms are with the Lord, and we shall see them again. 💗
I am deeply sorry for your loss. I too lost my mom in 2020 and think of her every day. She too was the most creative and lovely human. The waves of grief still do appear. Our Moms are so special. ❤ I just found you on You Tube and really enjoyed your 50 SHADES OF GREEN podcast!!!! Looking forward to watching more!
Linda, Thank you very much. Yes.. our moms are so incredible. I miss mine as you do yours I am sure. Thank you for watching. I am glad we all have each other.
Please accept my deepest condolences to your mom ❤ my mom passed away 10 years and 7 months ago still miss her everyday . Wish you and your family the best wooly hugs from Istanbul❤❤
Julie, soooo sorry about your Mom 😢 I am almost in tears hearing about her...from what you say she & my Mom could have been twins...just in another stratosphere of creativity 🎉 I lost my Mom very young to pancreatic cancer (27 years ago on Friday, March 8) & nothing in life has ever hurt so bad. The grief does get a little better, but I have never stopped missing her & wishing I could show her the things I'm making. She always wanted to knit but there just weren't good resources for learning then - so I feel like I'm doing it for both of us. 🌹Thank you for sharing about your Mom - I will think of you & her when I think of my Mom (daily) ❤Oh...also wanted to tell you that my hubby & I also have a herd of rescue kitties 😸 We couldn't move if we wanted to there are so many 😅 Life is precious though & they all seem to be enjoying their lives & families 🐈 Oh, I am sitting here knitting my first Linen Quill sweater, so was VERY happy to listen to your report on it!! 🌻 Thank you again 🙏
I am glad I found your podcast. I will watch more of your previous episodes. I lost my mum in cancer 23 years ago when she was only 71 years old. Glad I have two sisters and their big families. Annica in Sweden
Aw! Thank you for watching. I love the UK. If you watch previous episodes I talk a bit about my journey living there. I worked at M&S on Baker street. I love London. Married a Brit. A beautiful country.
I've not finished watching yet, but stopped to comment because I lost my wonderful mother five years ago and the sweater I knitted at the hospital during her last days will always be one of my treasures. She was an exceptional human being and an amazing knitter and my inspiration. One day soon I will take those tiny hat and jacket sets (the last things she knitted ...aged 92) along to the premature baby unit at the local hospital. Sending you love at this challenging time. I love your podcast and the Swansea connection ... and the kitty connection, of course. xx
I’m from Fort Worth, TX, I have a friend that lives in Loveland, Co that I get to visit at least once a year. She doesn’t knit, but she is happy to take me to My Sister Knits every year. It’s a fabulous shop and everyone is so kind. Can’t wait until my next visit.
I am so sorry for your loss! As I am sitting here it reminded me that I lost my Mom 40 years ago this month. She passed away 3 months before my dear Husband and I got married. Many people, including family members thought I would make the decision to postpone the wedding but that didn’t happen as I knew that would never be what my Mom wanted. With having lost my father at 13 I wanted to represent them both in our wedding. I went to the florist who was making my bouquet and asked her to put one pink and one blue carnation in the center of my bouquet. At first she didn’t want to do that as she said it would ruin her bouquet. My answer back to her was okay, cancel the order. Of course that didn’t happen and I was able to have both of them with me on my wedding day! Be gentle with yourself! This is a tremendous loss. I hope your sweater brings you many years of comfort remembering your dear Mother.
I lost my mom in 1998. She was 51 and I was 28. I couldn’t imagine moving into her house. I still miss her and think of her often. It was her birthday recently and it is still difficult after all these years on holidays and her birthday. Take care.
I’m so sorry for your loss. I think you are brave for embracing those feelings and still look for joy. There is a reason sweet lady that others want to bless you!! Prayers for you and your family during this challenging time.
Julie, thank you for sharing. I have the Knus sweater on needles. So fun to see someone else who is making it. I missed your podcasts and I’m looking forward to future ones.
I am so sorry for your loss 😢, condolences. My parents passed many years ago and they are always in my thoughts. We have our memories that get us through the tough times. 😊 Thank you for the video and the patterns. I am currently making the Daily Pullover. I hope it is the right size after your comments about ripping it out.
God's peace to you Julie! Having gone through it, I totally understand and look at things quite differently now as well. I love that you have the green sweaters to remind you of all the good she brought to your life!
My heart goes out to you for the loss of your Dear Mother. I loved all your green sweaters, they were all gorgeous. Thank you for sharing your talents. 🤗
My Mom has been gone for 29 years and your comments are so precious to me. Mother love is so special and I’m grateful every day that I carry her and she me so close to my heart. Thank you so much for sharing this story. Excited for your renovations. Regards, Roxanne.
So sorry to hear about your mom. ❤ Prayers to you and your family. If no one has told you yet, the yarn from your sock wip is Premier Serenity Sock yarn in the Chili colorways. I love that yarn. I knit 14 pairs of socks from that brand in several different colors. I was so sad when it was discontinued.
I'm so sorry for your loss. At some time in the future you will realize that the depth of your sorrow now, is the measure of the love & closeness you shared with your Mom. And this closeness will be the basis of happy memories you will have for the rest of your life.
There’s no need to apologize for shedding tears when talking about your Mom. Anyone who has lost a Mother knows your pain and I was crying along with you. My 94 yr old mother just didn’t wake up Christmas 2022- her loving heart ran out of heartbeats. You are so correct about grief coming in waves- especially on days like Birthday, Mother’s Day and for me, Christmas will never be the same. My Mom loved all the brightly coloured stitch markers I used to make sleeve decreases and so I smile and say a prayers of thanks for my lovely Mother whenever I knit sleeves. Sending you hugs and prayers to you and your family 😢❤
Julie, perfect description of the “waves of grief”. One of the hardest losses we face in life. Been many years since I lost my Mom, always will miss her and always in my heart. Thanks for a beautiful podcast❤️🙏🏻
So excited to see a new episode posted and congrats on 5,000+ Subscribers! My sincere condolences on the loss of your mom. I have a 50 year old Bernina sewing machine and have been told to not trade it in for a more updated model as it is so well made. Your Daily Pullover in green is very attractive. I have knit 2 D P in Rhubarb and Kettle Black and love the Linen Quill as well. Take care as you deal with all of the recent changes in your life.
Hi Julie, this is Marion Jay. I was so difficult to find you I couldn’t get you no matter what I just forgot your name and everything and now that I see it I can’t know why I forgot it but I’m 90 years old so I’m so happy to see you. I’m so sorry to hear about your mom. I dread the day for my kids too. I won’t be around a heck of a lot longer but right now I’m in good health and we’ll just go on day by day so you just cheer up girl on Get back to your other house you have more room and be happy over there I think and again I say I’m so sorry you know I kind of met your mom through your years stories and I’m just sorry so you just go ahead with your life, and I hope the children are well and took all those news that you know bad news, rather kindly andI’ll say a prayer for your mom and for you😊😊
You are just a very special person I’m really sorry you lost your mom. I lost mine so I understand the grief. It’s been 10 years now for me, but there is nothing like losing your mom. You are a very special person you like a dear friend to me, and I hardly know you, but I am not going to stop following you For sure. I am a new Knitter I’ve crocheted all my life I’m 69 I started when I was nine so 60 years I’ve always wanted to net but my mom taught me to crochet cause that’s what she knew but I’ve always wanted to net and so that’s been my goal the last couple years and right now, I am learning how to knit a pair of socks, and I knit a tank top
Right at this very moment My Angel Mom,94, is in Hospice care with The Brightest Mind & telling more family stories- stories I’ve mostly heard my 63 yrs but Never tire of! Your Mom sounded like Your Angel too! God has Indeed Blessed us! Your soothing voice helps me to fully enjoy your Lovely Knits! ❤🙏
Sorry to hear that. We can only hope we are as loved as we love them. Moms are sooooo special. What a wonderful long life your mother has had. I am very very sorry you are going through this. Sending love.
My mom was 102 when she passed in 2019. No, you are never ready to let go and you never get over losing your mom. I still haven't. When she was at her end, I sat next to her knitting on my Stone Sound Poncho. Like you, it was in shades of green. Whenever I wear it, I remember what was happening at the time. Sad but she would have loved that I knitted as it was her that taught me to knit. My prayers are with you.
Wow.. that is amazing. What a gift she gave you...
May your memories of your mom sustain you in this time grief. She sounds like a lovely woman. Her goodness and creativity carries on in you.
Thank you so much. I miss her terribly.
So sorry for your loss. I understand the grief. My father passed two years ago today and it seems like a week ago. So many things remind me of him everyday.
Thank you. I am so sorry about your father. It seems so strange to be on this earth without them.
I just found your channel yesterday. I have started binge watching your episodes. My mom passed away 18 years ago on April 20, 2024. She was 52 years old. She was a month shy of her 53rd birthday. I still have moments where it takes my breath away. Everyone grieves in their own way. Just go with it and ride the wave. This year hits a bit different for me because I am the same age as She was when she passed. I am very sorry for your loss. Sending you prayers for comfort and peace.
Oh I am so sorry. That is way too early to face that kind of loss.
Julie, so wonderful to "meet" you at MSK today. Yes, indeed you love your 50 shades of green. :-) I totally love the sweater you have on, The Daily Pullover! I am gonna have to make one of those. You are cracking me up as I watch your video and see green and green and more green sweaters! A little quote from one of Peter Alsop's song, New Ground, "Watch for a sign, keep your heart alive, the spirit breaks new ground whenever something dies. Watch the shadows closely, the tears will clear your eyes, the spirit breaks new ground whenever something dies. Your chest can feel the pain, that makes it hard to breathe, but your love will always stay and the pain will leave."
Sending you positive energy as your travel on your journey of grief. You have such fond memories of your mom to cherish forever!!
Elisabeth, yes.. it was nice to meet you. Thank you for watching and helping me pick my giveaway prizes. These words are beautiful. I hope to see you again at MSK. Julie said I could film the shop. I will wait until spring. She has the prettiest spring bulbs each year!
You are so right about losing your mom…still feeling the loss and it has been almost 10 years. Thank you for sharing your memories.
Thank you so much!
My condolences! So happy you found a craft that brings you closer to great memories of your mom. I just made the same raglan sweater for my daughter and it fit her to perfection. Keep up your crafting it will bring you joy during such a difficult time. 😊
Thank you!!! You made the Daily Pullover for your Daughter? I need a great pattern for my sweet girl. She is super picky.. 22 yrs old.
I made the Mellow Mood Sweater with Estelle Chunky (I usually knit with 100% wool), my daughter chose the yarn and it feels like she is wrapped in a giant hug. The yarn is very plumpy. I loved this pattern, you were knitting it during the most difficult time in your life. You may want to revisit it in a few months with a different yarn. Thanks for sharing while you are grieving, you Have a beautiful soul. 😊
I lost my mom just before Christmas as well. Now it’s my mother-in-law she is going through cancer as well. Hard emotional times. My heart is with you.
Oh no Susan. I am so sorry. We are all at this hard place in our lives. Thinking of you.
Dear Julie, this morning I've seen your podcast the first time. It's so nice. You're such a lovely and empathetic person and your knits are wonderful. It's so sad to lose a loved person. So I send you a loving hug from germany.
Thank you so much! Welcome to the podcast. I appreciate your hugs! I will take them.
Dear Julie, my condolences on the loss of your mom. I am glad you have a heart full of beautiful memories to balance out the grief. I lost my mom almost 6 years ago and even now am sometimes hit with a wave of grief. Sending a virtual hug from South Korea
I know... this is very hard and although I don't cry every day any more... I miss her so much.
So sorry to hear about your mom. I like what you said about the grief being worth it. I lost my mom four years ago and still think about her every single day. Sending you warm thoughts and hope you are getting through the days ❤
Thank you. We all are going through this time. So hard.
Prayers for you and your family. You're so right, nothing ever prepares you for the loss of a loved one, especially your mother. It's good for you to be where you are now, among her things. I think it helps with the process grief and healing. I used my mom's sewing machine and knitting needles to help me through. I love your sweaters and all the pretty greens as well. Such beautiful work! I always look forward to your podcasts. Take care of yourself, and those sweet kitties. ❤
Thank you so much. I was just thinking of you this morning for some reason. I still feel bad about my duplicate name.. I should have dug on TH-cam further. I appreciate your comments.
@@TheKnittyKats Aww, I love your channel name so please don't change it! Just goes to show great minds think alike 😄 I'm looking forward to your next video and lovely knits.
My deepest condolences ❤ its so hard to loose one’s mom😢 i lost my mom when she was only 60. I was only 31, just gave birth to my third daughter. Many years has passed, but just listening to your story brings back the pain of my own loss. Time heals, but we never forget
Thank you.. Yes... how special is a mom? Irreplaceable. I am sorry you lost yours so early. Very sad that your kids did not have her. But she lives on through you.
I am so sorry for your loss. Thank you for sharing your love for your mother and your grief for your loss. Your honesty is touching and inspiring, and your knitting is just beautiful.
Janet, Thank you so much.
Julie, I admire you being vocal about your loss. I agree it’s hard and never easy to loss a parent, what ever the age. I just chose to shut down my feelings and pretended to be brave when I lost my Dad. I had to be strong for my family and did what I did in hopes to keep every one strong. It’s over five years now and all I can tell you is it still comes back in waves and that’s okay. The memories always remain.
ohhhh. I am sorry about your dad. It is so very hard. Thank you for sharing. Yes, I hope I never get used to them being gone.
Loss is hard and I’m hoping you’re finding comfort in your current surroundings and that in time the memories and love you have for your mom eases those waves of emotions that happen. Take care.
Thank you VERY much!
Thank you for sharing your process of grieving on your Mom’s loss 💔 You are so right when you say it’s something you can never prepare for and it takes time to live with the loss. I’m on 10 years and one month grieving journey on my loss and am finally able to speak about my mother and her love of sewing and crafting. Sending you hugs.
Olivia... How hard this journey is. I wish I had do overs. I wish I did not allow my life to be so busy and spent more time with her. So many regrets. She love us so very much. I am sorry you are still grieving. I don't think it will ever end.
So very sorry to hear about your Mum, she was clearly amazing. It's wonderful to see your podcast again. Take care of you and yours, sending warm hugs from NZ
Thank you very very much.
Hi Julie. I love your podcast, and am so sorry for the loss of your mother. I totally agree that it’s unlike other losses. I lost my mom when I was 22 and it left a hole in my heart that has never quite been filled. I lost my dad about 15 years ago, and the feeling you have when both parents have passed is a very hard grief. However, their spirits come for visits once in a while, and I feel their love inside me often, so in a sense, they are not gone. Love takes many forms, and it ever dies. ❤
Oh my.. you were so young when you lost your mom. I am so sorry. Thank you for your wonderful words.
Oh... you made me cry... I'm glad you are embracing your grief... the memories... I love that kitty paw print poncho too! I laughed out loud when you mentioned donating knitting needles to inmates... it's a great thing, just caught me funny with the pointy needles...
Awww. I am sorry I made you cry. Thank you for crying with me though. Yes - the needles at the jail is pretty funny! I thought the same thing. Wonder how they do it.
Julie, I'm so sorry about your mom. I can relate as it has been over ten years since I lost my mother. It is a grief like no other. It will get easier. I love all your green sweaters! Green is my favorite color. You look great in green. Its so good to see you again.😊
Jan, Thank you very much. I appreciate your beautiful words.
Sending you lots of love and hugs Julie. Can't imagine how hard it has been for you. Xoxo
Thank you!
I can feel your grief… My husband passed away in November, we were married 56 years. Then 3 months later my niece(my other daughter) asI called her passed away also. Some days I can be okay and others I am so so sad. Your knits that you were making that you remind you of your Mom were Loy. I made my niece hats while I was in the hospital with my husband. The tears just come…
I enjoy your podcast, it’s sincere.😊
Sue, Thank you for sharing. I cannot imagine what you went through. The great and impactful losses so close. I am very very sorry.
I’m so sorry you lost your dear mom. I am still blessed to have my 93 year old mother and I cherish her. Thankyou for sharing your knitting but especially your feelings about your mom. You were both lucky to have each other❤
Thank you so much! Yes, I agree. She was a blessing in every way!
Kia Ora Julie. Sending lots of aroha (love) and hugs to you from a Kiwi, New Zealander , living in Emerald, Queensland Australia ❤❤
Thank you very much...
I'm sorry for your loss, Julie❤Your thoughts of your mom are so beautiful. I understand the grief - your tears made it feel raw again for me too, even after 13 years. I also just knit the Sophie scarf - it's a very sweet design! Yours looks really cute on you. ☺ People are kind to you because you are so kind. Your 50 shades of green sweaters look great, especially the one you are wearing. Take care! 🥰
Colleen, you are so sweet with such kind words. thank you.
So sorry about your mom. My mom is gone too, and I miss her terribly. You are such a sweetheart!
Awww. We miss our moms. It is the worst.
I am so sorry for your loss. I hope all the wonderful memories of your Mom will help during this sad time.
Also so sorry for the loss of your cats, 😢
I just found your podcast. You are so real and thank you for sharing all your true emotions .
Your knitting is fantastic and I want to get into more sweater knitting.
I was born in the U.K. and my family came to the USA when I was 4. I am loving all your British “things”. So much that I went to the websites and purchased some wool ( lots of wool)
I now live in Grand Lake, Colorado.
Thank you for sharing all the beautiful scenery for the rest of the world to see.
Thank you. I hope you are going to the Estes Park Wool Festival!!! See you there.
So, so sorry for your loss. Glad you were able to share her with us! I hope you continue to share more with us! I love green too, naturally drawn to it, just like I’m drawn to nature. Make that vest in a linen quill, now that you know how it feels. Thanks for sharing your knit happenings, glad to know even you rip out sometimes, not just my deal…🤭❤️
Thank you.. yes.. I am out to find a summer vest. I just love them. I think I might try the RIP TIDE next.
I watched this episode in tears. I felt like I wrote it. My mom went on hospice beginning of december and passed January 8th. I was working on socks and just finished them.
So sorry for your loss.
Oh Donna, I am so very sorry. This grief journey is sooooo very hard. How lucky she was to be so loved.
I am sure some objects you do take you to the moments you were making them ❤ I hope you are feeling better and remembering your mom and your love for her will always bring you forward. I am also knitting a green 💚 pullover, how funny. Much love for you
Thank you.. How funny about your green pullover.
My prayers to you and your family. You are very brave to talk about your loss. ❤
Thank you.. It was helpful to talk about.
Julie, you did a great job...let it out!...its great therapy...I was crying with you the whole time. My Mom lives with me and my Husband, I can hear her singing to Lawrence Welk right now. I know it wont be long before I will going through the same thing as she has Dementia but she can remember all the old songs that her Mother used to sing. My Dad passed away 10 yrs ago and I still get those waves of grief when I think of him. That Green looks amazing on you...I love all colours. Need more blues in my wardrobe too. Love hearing cat stories...I have 4 dogs as my Husband is allergic to cats. You and your Sister take care of eachother as you remember your Mom this year. 1st year is the hardest. Thank you for the podcast!🥰🇨🇦Sharon.
Awwww thank you Sharon. Your words are amazing.
Hello from Toronto. Such a sweet podcast. Do you have had as many as four cats at one time - all of them were rescues who found us. Now we are down to two: a sweet but determined tabby named Emma and a very shy, eternally scared 0:00 black kitty named Bello. Vella came into the bed for three months when we first got him. Now he bosses quite loudly for food and sits on the stairs looking back when he wants scratches. However, he is definitely not a lap cat and we can’t pick him up. If I’m eating something that he is interested in, he will bump me when I am sitting at the table. He is particularly fond of Italian food as his foster mother was Italian and served him a lot of Italian dishes.
Your cats sound wonderful. Thank you for rescuing them.
Julie, somehow I missed your video when you spoke of your mother’s illness. I felt terrible when you said she had passed. You are so right about loss and Grief. The waves come at the least opportune times. Triggers bring them, music, smells, recipes, seeing someone who reminds you of her…things taken for granted become the most dear, treasured memories. A Friend to Knit With, lost her mom a little while back. She bought a journal to use as a Dear Mom. She wrote letters to her mom in the journal whenever she was missing her , thinking about her, wishing she could ask her a question or just sit and chat. I thought that was the nicest idea, and thought I would always pass that on to friends who were grieving. My mom died ten years ago on March 3, from pancreatic cancer. We weren’t aware that she was ill until February 4. Hospice are angels, there is no way I could thank them for their kindness and loving care they gave mom and my family. My husband and I brought her to our home, and I stayed near her, loving her, and making sure she knew what a special woman she truly was. My father passed away in his sleep, so I was unable to say goodbye. I realized that no matter how difficult her illness was…how difficult it was to watch her slip away…that it was a gift that I hadn’t had with Dad. Both ways is horrible. The sadness that comes over us is hard to explain to someone who hasn’t yet experienced this loss. It is with empathy and understanding that I send you my deepest condolences and send you love. It does get easier. But after ten years, I can say that it feels like yesterday and the little things became the big things. When I feel lost and lonely Mom is the one I still ask for help. And then I wait for a sign that she indeed still lives in my heart and is ready to send me the answers I’m wanting. God Bless you , your sister, your families and everyone who was a part of her life. ❤ Cindi
Cindi, this is just. beautiful. I treasure your words. I remember when Leslies mom passed. Thank you very much.
So very sorry for your loss. It is trite to say, but happy you have so many beautiful memories.
Thank you.
I am so sorry about the loss of your mom. Your sweaters are gorgeous. Love the greens. It’s hard to find the perfect green. 😊
Thank you.. I am switching to Blue. lol.
Love all your green sweaters. I’m a redhead and that’s my favorite color to wear. I’ve been eyeing the linen quill and Daily Pullover, but I’m not sure I’m ready for a sweater on that small of a needle. Never apologize for grieving your mom. My mom passed away 20 years ago when I was in my mid 40’s. Knitting helped me through the grief. It’s gotten easier over the years and I can think of her and smile now. So sorry for your loss. ❤
Oh my... I know I will still miss my mom in 20 years..
My prayers are with you and your family. Losing a parent is always difficult, but I am so glad that you got to spend time with your mom and that you were able to communicate with her during that time. I know that going through the house with my brother and sister was very therapeutic and gave us the opportunity to reminisce and laugh as we went through the grieving process. My parents died a year apart, and it has been over 25 years.... I still get the urge to pick up the phone and call with a question!
Also - I love the green sweaters. I have a large collection of them too!
Thank you Cheryl. This is soooo very hard.
sending deepest sympathy to you and your family. Grief is a process and it is different for everyone. Please give yourself some grace through this. I too, lost a parent in December and a brother in February. Neither was easy but I know I must take it one day at a time. Hoping all of the crafting brings you some joy and comfort.
Thank you..Oh my goodness. How are you standing. I am soooo sorry.
@@TheKnittyKats Oh Julie, I'm standing with the help of great friends and family. Don't be afraid to lean on your inner circle of people, they are all there to help you in any way they can.
Hello Julie, It was heartbreaking to hear you recount your journey with your mom. It brought it all back to me about losing my mom and dad too. It's such a huge hole in our hearts that we can't will away. My sincere condolences to you. My mom passed away in July 2011 of Alzheimer's and my dad passed away a week later of colon cancer. He kept his cancer a secret from us because he wanted to take care of my mom and not put her in a home. So he waited too long and the cancer was stage 4 by the time she was so sick. I felt like an orphan when they passed even though I was in my 50s. SOOOOOO sad. But I have lots of good memories and hold on to those for comfort. I will tell you I was knitting on a beautiful sweater for my younger son while visiting my folks in the hospital and hospice which I finished after I got home. Then I sold my home a few years later and I found that sweater in a heap in my sons pile of throw away items. So I repossessed it and keep it close because it reminds me of that time I was with my parents. BTW I'm an avid sewing beast and my 1st sewing machine I ever owned was a Bernina Record 830. I bought it in 1973! Now I have a Bernina 880 which is a far cry from my 1st sewing machine. You should take your Record to Bernina Jeff, not too far from you near Denver in Colorado. He is like a walking Bernina encyclopedia!!!!! I plan on sending my old Bernina to be reconditioned by him as I will never sell it!!!!! Still works great. Send me your email contact if you don't mind.
Knitting hugs, Carrie from Northern San Francisco Bay Area❤😘🙏🐶🐑☕⛅🧵🪡🧶
Your story is amazing. Thank you.. email me at TheKnittyKats@gmail.com
Your love for your family shines through- I think one of the reasons I enjoy your podcast is you keep it real. Thank you!
Thank you so much!
I’m so very sorry about your mom! 😢 Praying for peace for you and your family 🙏🏻
Having knitting to do will help in keeping your mind busy. My mom taught me to knit after my son passed away. I still don’t know how I ever had the patience, focus and any desire whatsoever to learn but, that was in January 2004 and I’m still knitting today. It truly helped my mind and soul!😊❤️🕊️🧶🥢
I am sorry about your son. My goodness. Thank goodness for the people in our lives that support us.
So sorry for your loss. I lost my mother in 2021 and my husband in July of 2023 so I understand the waves of grief. Thank goodness for dogs, knitting, spinning and quilting to help keep my mind occupied. I hope you love your house when you get back there,
Oh no. I honestly cannot even imagine what you have gone through. I am so very sorry. Yes... we are a beautiful community of fiber lovers. Always here for one another. I am so grateful for that. Thinking of you...
Julie, my prayers go out to you and your family. I'm so glad you have such wonderful thoughts of your Mother before she went home to the Lord. That brings such comfort to feel her presence everytime you wear your sweater. It's like a big hug from her every time you wear it. God bless.
Yes... you are right. Thank you...
I just happened to be in a store that sells Jo Malone perfume after watching this episode. Interesting perfume indeed!!
I hope you will continue to celebrate your mother and thank you for sharing the stories with us. It was touching to hear the story about that sweater while she was in care. I am sure that knit will hold all sorts of emotions!!
Ohhh did you love the mimosa and Cardamom? It is the best. Every time I wear it, someone comments. Thank you for your kind comments.
@@TheKnittyKats it was beautiful!! Incredibly feminine and beguiling as well! I’m not sure it is my kind of fragrance to actually wear but next time I see it I will give it another try because it was definitely lovely!
I'm so sorry you lost your mom💔 I lost my father 2 years ago, and the sight of certain things I know he loved suddenly brings him back to me as if it was only yesterday that I spoke with him last. It no longer hurts but fills me with warmth and fond memories❤ I lost my mom when I was 22. That was the scariest time of my life and I am so grateful it brought my dad and me closer.🙏 I love your colorful hat and your green theme🤩 How fun you have the Knus Light, I have the Sommerknus pattern - the summer version😄
Gosh.. 22 is too young to loose your mother. I am soooooo sorry. It must have be scary to navigate womenhood without her. But you did it! Well done. A strong woman. My Knus is almost done!
Great Podcast Julie! I have been waiting for it, you never disappoint. Thank you for sharing your mom with us, love to hear you share your stories about her. A blessing to us all.
Take care till next podcast, have a safe trip, and continued prayers for you and Deb and family.🙏🏻❤️🧶
Thanks Karen. Your support is appreciated. With all of your sock knitting... that LOSY hat is right up your alley. It was sooooo much fun. As one color ran out, you pick another up. Just great to see how they mixed. Talk soon.
Oh my! I am in my green period! I have just come out of my orange period + before that it was my tourquoise era.I love your benedicta colours, you have inspired me to knit one in those colours. The benedicta was the first in the round sweater I made after 60+ years of old school knitting. I am praying for you in your grief. I lost my mum 3yrs ago at this time of year. I am comforted that she is with the Lord + I will see her again. Thankyou for doing this podcast.
I am moving in to my 2024 color.. BLUE. Aren't we funny? Thank you for your condolences. It is a hard time.
Love and hugs. Your mom was definitely worth it. What a testimony to her and to the legacy that she leaves for us to enjoy ❤
Thank you for sharing your beautiful makes with us
Thank you Carol. Your words are very special to me.
I totally understand the grief wave. My mom passed 8years ago last December. I miss her terribly still. I know I’m not alone due to fact I’m the oldest of 7. Prayer of comfort and peace.
I am so sorry.about your mom. Thank you for your condolences .
Hi my heart goes out to you and Deb, we lost our must just Dec 20 2021 an dad Dec 10 2007, we scattered their ashes today in their garden as the keys to the house they built together in the 1950 s ate handed over to the new owners tomorrow. there is nothing as hard as losing your mum sending hugs. remember the good times you had while she was around, lots of love Jo-Anne
Oh gosh. What a day you have had. I am so sorry. It must have been very emotional turning over the house. I can't imagine.
@TheKnittyKats it's the end of an Era, and we have had 18 months since it sold to process it, so it was nice to spend the day with my two sisters sorting the last few things.
So sorry for your sorrow. LOVED your green world and ty for teaching me about some creators, colors and your artistic eye!
Thank you... you are so welcome. Thank you for watching.
Oh my dear Julie, I don’t even know where to start. I had a feeling since December that something had happened when I saw one of your Instagram posts. I have to say, with a very heavy heart, that unfortunately I know exactly how you are feeling. I lost my mom 2 years ago and there is no greater loss. I can sympathize with everything you mentioned today … all the memories … I think about her every day and multiple times a day. I try to wear and make things the colors she liked ( even thought we had such different styles and tastes) and every time I see something with a Rose I have to get it because it reminds me of her. Grief is hard and as you said it comes in waves. Be gentle with yourself and know that your mom is with you and she lives within you and every time you look in the mirror look deep inside your eyes and you will see her. Sending you and your family my deepest condolences and sincere sympathy. I’m praying for your healing 💚🙏🏼
Thank you sooo much. Your words are so true. I was so lucky to have her as my mom.
I'm so sorry about the loss of your Mom. May your memories of her be a comfort.
Thank you...
May God bless you abundantly as you enjoy your Mom’s home. You are so sweet and you are correct-we are never ready to give up our Moms! Mine passed away in 1984 and I still miss her so much! The rawness lessens over time but the loss never leaves you. I love your greens! Sending hugs from northern Virginia ❤
Angela
Thank you so very much. I will miss her until the day we are reunited.
@@TheKnittyKats 🥰
Dear Julie I am so sorry for your loss, mums are precious. It’s 24 years this September since my mum passed and I still miss her very, 2 years this May we lost my oldest brother to pancreatic cancer and we missed mum very much while he was dying. I am sending you lots of love 💕 and prayers 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻 drawer as much comfort as you can from her home while you there 💕🙏🏻💕🙏🏻💕
Gosh.. I am so very sorry about your mom and brother. Not easy.!
So happy you were able to take the time to podcast. You have been missed. I'm very sorry for the loss of your mom. Not a day goes by that I don't think of my parents and it has been some time since they were here. My grandmother was named Beatrice as well. You did an amazing amount of knitting since your last podcast. And, you look lovely in all of those shades of green.
I don't envy you with the house remodel. That is a lot of work and stress. I hope it goes well for you.
Thank you very much... yes.. living through a remodel.. not fun. lol
Awww sending you all my love!!! Love seeing you back on the podcast again !!!
You're the best!
Blessings Julie, . . . watched the podcast because I love the colour green. Then subscribed because I love your gentle voice. Please don't edit your pod it is lovely without that. I'm sorry you are going down sorrow's road. I lost my mom over ten years ago and I could feel your pain. Eventually it will get easier. Glad you can be in your mother's house it will help with your grief journey. Your green knits inspired me to knit a green vest for Easter. Love and healing prayers for you and your family. With gratitude, Sarah from Sask. Canada
Your comment is soooo sweet. Thank you and good luck with your Easter Vest!
I finally got a chance to spend an hour listening to somebody who reminds me of one of my best friends. First I wanted to tell you how sorry I am that you suffered such a profound loss. I understand this, next month it will be one year since I lost my husband and I am still in mourning. I also still miss my mom, who died a while back, and my father and brother. I feel kind of alone now, so I really love listening to your podcasts. I am so grateful to have them.
Lisa.. I am so sorry about your brother and husband. My goodness. You are an amazing and strong woman. An inspiration. Thank you.
condolences to you & your family, grieving is sometimes a long process & many go through it differently, i lost both mine many years ago & no longer grieve
let your grief flow when it pops out at random times, don't hold it back
love all your knitting & quite enjoyed the shades of green, my sister loves green too & i've even started to wear it a bit now as well
hope your renovations go well, can relate here as my house is in a state of disarray from renovations too, so messy!
thanx so much for sharing
Thank you very much. I sure do let it go sometimes.
My deepest condolences to you and your family. Losing a mother leaves a hole in your heart that can never fully heal; however, your memories help the aching and longing and makes it bearable. Take all the time you need to grieve and talk about her as if she has just left the room and will soon return. As long as we talk about our love ones-they are still present in our lives. I take comfort in knowing I will see my mother again….
Thank you Audrey. Yes.. I will see her again. It is hard here without her.
I’m so sorry for your loss. I lost my mom in 2007 and I miss her every single day. Don’t laugh, but on my way to work every day. I tell her good morning and every night I say good night. I drive past it. On my way to work. It really is on my way to work.
Oh gosh. I am so sorry.. I think you are telling me this will never end. :( I don't think it is silly. Our moms are so special.
It’s really not a bad thing. She’ll always be in your heart always. Trust me, you’ll laugh and smile about things between you and her again.❤️
So sorry for your loss. I lost my mom in October. I feel your pain….. I finished Camilla Vad Field Sweater the night before mom passed so I was never able to show her. It’s hard. Don’t feel bad for showing emotion in your podcast. We are knitting sisters and share in joys and in loss. Even if loss is frogging back sweaters…… our moms are with the Lord, and we shall see them again. 💗
Thank you very much. Your words are sooo sweet and supportive. I appreciate it.
I am deeply sorry for your loss. I too lost my mom in 2020 and think of her every day. She too was the most creative and lovely human. The waves of grief still do appear. Our Moms are so special. ❤ I just found you on You Tube and really enjoyed your 50 SHADES OF GREEN podcast!!!! Looking forward to watching more!
Linda, Thank you very much. Yes.. our moms are so incredible. I miss mine as you do yours I am sure. Thank you for watching. I am glad we all have each other.
I’m so sorry about your mom. I lost both my parents (my mom in 2007 and my dad in 2008), I understand. Lovely podcast once again.
Thank you.. we never get over this do we?
Please accept my deepest condolences to your mom ❤ my mom passed away 10 years and 7 months ago still miss her everyday . Wish you and your family the best wooly hugs from Istanbul❤❤
Thank you very much... Grieving is universal isn't it?
Julie, soooo sorry about your Mom 😢 I am almost in tears hearing about her...from what you say she & my Mom could have been twins...just in another stratosphere of creativity 🎉 I lost my Mom very young to pancreatic cancer (27 years ago on Friday, March 8) & nothing in life has ever hurt so bad. The grief does get a little better, but I have never stopped missing her & wishing I could show her the things I'm making. She always wanted to knit but there just weren't good resources for learning then - so I feel like I'm doing it for both of us. 🌹Thank you for sharing about your Mom - I will think of you & her when I think of my Mom (daily) ❤Oh...also wanted to tell you that my hubby & I also have a herd of rescue kitties 😸 We couldn't move if we wanted to there are so many 😅 Life is precious though & they all seem to be enjoying their lives & families 🐈 Oh, I am sitting here knitting my first Linen Quill sweater, so was VERY happy to listen to your report on it!! 🌻 Thank you again 🙏
That is very young for your mom to pass. I am so sorry. The pain doesn't leave. Thank you for rescuing cats. They count on us!
so sorry about the loss of your mom. it's very nice that you have memories of her knitted into your sweater!
Thank you! Yes.. I will cherish these.
I am glad I found your podcast. I will watch more of your previous episodes. I lost my mum in cancer 23 years ago when she was only 71 years old. Glad I have two sisters and their big families. Annica in Sweden
Annica, I am so sorry about your mother. That is tooo young. The loss is huge. Sisters are the best. I am glad you have two of them.
Dear Julie,
My condolences to you and the rest of the family, I am sorry for your loss.
My mother passed away in 2017.
Thank you.. I am so sorry about your mom.
I just came across your podcast the first time and I love your knits and your heart. Sending lots of love from London UK
Aw! Thank you for watching. I love the UK. If you watch previous episodes I talk a bit about my journey living there. I worked at M&S on Baker street. I love London. Married a Brit. A beautiful country.
I've not finished watching yet, but stopped to comment because I lost my wonderful mother five years ago and the sweater I knitted at the hospital during her last days will always be one of my treasures. She was an exceptional human being and an amazing knitter and my inspiration. One day soon I will take those tiny hat and jacket sets (the last things she knitted ...aged 92) along to the premature baby unit at the local hospital. Sending you love at this challenging time.
I love your podcast and the Swansea connection ... and the kitty connection, of course. xx
Jayne, Thank you for your kind and thoughtful words. How are we going to do this gig without our moms? Hard. very hard.
I’m from Fort Worth, TX, I have a friend that lives in Loveland, Co that I get to visit at least once a year. She doesn’t knit, but she is happy to take me to My Sister Knits every year. It’s a fabulous shop and everyone is so kind. Can’t wait until my next visit.
Oh yes... it is really a special place. I hope do make a video of it soon.
I am so sorry for your loss! As I am sitting here it reminded me that I lost my Mom 40 years ago this month. She passed away 3 months before my dear Husband and I got married. Many people, including family members thought I would make the decision to postpone the wedding but that didn’t happen as I knew that would never be what my Mom wanted. With having lost my father at 13 I wanted to represent them both in our wedding. I went to the florist who was making my bouquet and asked her to put one pink and one blue carnation in the center of my bouquet. At first she didn’t want to do that as she said it would ruin her bouquet. My answer back to her was okay, cancel the order. Of course that didn’t happen and I was able to have both of them with me on my wedding day! Be gentle with yourself! This is a tremendous loss. I hope your sweater brings you many years of comfort remembering your dear Mother.
Thank you for the story about your parents and your wedding. I loved it. I appreciate your truthful and encouraging words. ♥
I lost my mom in 1998. She was 51 and I was 28. I couldn’t imagine moving into her house. I still miss her and think of her often. It was her birthday recently and it is still difficult after all these years on holidays and her birthday. Take care.
Oh no, that is so young. I am soooo very sorry.
What a wonderful knitted memory of your mum. So sorry 😔. Our precious mum’s ❤
Yes... thank you.
I’m so sorry for your loss. I think you are brave for embracing those feelings and still look for joy. There is a reason sweet lady that others want to bless you!! Prayers for you and your family during this challenging time.
Thank you very very much
Julie, thank you for sharing. I have the Knus sweater on needles. So fun to see someone else who is making it. I missed your podcasts and I’m looking forward to future ones.
I just started mine today. What fiber are you using? I am using Cotton - Linen, pale yellow.
I am so sorry for your loss 😢, condolences. My parents passed many years ago and they are always in my thoughts. We have our memories that get us through the tough times. 😊 Thank you for the video and the patterns. I am currently making the Daily Pullover. I hope it is the right size after your comments about ripping it out.
Thank you... I am glad you enjoyed the video. You will love your daily pullover.
God's peace to you Julie! Having gone through it, I totally understand and look at things quite differently now as well. I love that you have the green sweaters to remind you of all the good she brought to your life!
Thank you!!!!
I am very sorry for your loss. You are in my prayers.
Thank you.
My heart goes out to you for the loss of your Dear Mother. I loved all your green sweaters, they were all gorgeous. Thank you for sharing your talents. 🤗
Thank you...
My Mom has been gone for 29 years and your comments are so precious to me. Mother love is so special and I’m grateful every day that I carry her and she me so close to my heart. Thank you so much for sharing this story. Excited for your renovations. Regards, Roxanne.
It is so hard to be without our moms. Yes, they are very precious. Thank you for watching ♥
So sorry to hear about your mom. ❤ Prayers to you and your family.
If no one has told you yet, the yarn from your sock wip is Premier Serenity Sock yarn in the Chili colorways. I love that yarn. I knit 14 pairs of socks from that brand in several different colors. I was so sad when it was discontinued.
Than you..Oh my gosh.. you are amazing to know that. I did find the color band and YOU are correct!!! Well done.
I'm so sorry for your loss. At some time in the future you will realize that the depth of your sorrow now, is the measure of the love & closeness you shared with your Mom. And this closeness will be the basis of happy memories you will have for the rest of your life.
This made me cry. Thank you.... You are so right.
There’s no need to apologize for shedding tears when talking about your Mom. Anyone who has lost a Mother knows your pain and I was crying along with you. My 94 yr old mother just didn’t wake up Christmas 2022- her loving heart ran out of heartbeats. You are so correct about grief coming in waves- especially on days like Birthday, Mother’s Day and for me, Christmas will never be the same. My Mom loved all the brightly coloured stitch markers I used to make sleeve decreases and so I smile and say a prayers of thanks for my lovely Mother whenever I knit sleeves. Sending you hugs and prayers to you and your family 😢❤
I am glad you have special memories of your mom while you knit. They are always a part of us. It is beautiful.
You and your family are in my prayers! Sounds like your mom was an amazing woman!
Yes, thank you. She was the best.
So sorry for your loss, Julie ❤
Thank you!
I am so sorry your mom has passed. Your projects and planned projects are so nice! I look forward to seeing your cat poncho.
Thank you so much!
Oh and your green knitting is so beautiful 💚
Thank you! 😊
Julie, perfect description of the “waves of grief”. One of the hardest losses we face in life. Been many years since I lost my Mom, always will miss her and always in my heart. Thanks for a beautiful podcast❤️🙏🏻
You are most welcome. It is therapy for me to share this with my knitting friends.
Hi Julie. I am so sorry to hear about the passing of your Mum. Sending you light, love & friendship from Nova Scotia. 💚😿
Oh Thank you Sandra. How is Maya settling in?
@@TheKnittyKats she's getting way better, thanks!
So excited to see a new episode posted and congrats on 5,000+ Subscribers! My sincere condolences on the loss of your mom. I have a 50 year old Bernina sewing machine and have been told to not trade it in for a more updated model as it is so well made. Your Daily Pullover in green is very attractive. I have knit 2 D P in Rhubarb and Kettle Black and love the Linen Quill as well. Take care as you deal with all of the recent changes in your life.
Thank you Karen... It has been a hard few months. I know my mom wanted us to live a great life after she was gone. She was awesome.
Great episode, Julie! I am so sorry about you losing your mom. I’ll be praying for you and your family. Hugs!
Thank you!
Hi Julie, this is Marion Jay. I was so difficult to find you I couldn’t get you no matter what I just forgot your name and everything and now that I see it I can’t know why I forgot it but I’m 90 years old so I’m so happy to see you. I’m so sorry to hear about your mom. I dread the day for my kids too. I won’t be around a heck of a lot longer but right now I’m in good health and we’ll just go on day by day so you just cheer up girl on Get back to your other house you have more room and be happy over there I think and again I say I’m so sorry you know I kind of met your mom through your years stories and I’m just sorry so you just go ahead with your life, and I hope the children are well and took all those news that you know bad news, rather kindly andI’ll say a prayer for your mom and for you😊😊
Marion, You are so so sweet. Thank you for your beautiful words. I appreciate you very much.
You are just a very special person I’m really sorry you lost your mom. I lost mine so I understand the grief. It’s been 10 years now for me, but there is nothing like losing your mom. You are a very special person you like a dear friend to me, and I hardly know you, but I am not going to stop following you For sure.
I am a new Knitter I’ve crocheted all my life I’m 69 I started when I was nine so 60 years I’ve always wanted to net but my mom taught me to crochet cause that’s what she knew but I’ve always wanted to net and so that’s been my goal the last couple years and right now, I am learning how to knit a pair of socks, and I knit a tank top
Thank you Linda. Grief is real for sure. You will do fine knitting. Crochet is a good thing to know first. Raglan top town sweaters are easy too.
Hi Julie! Send you a big hug from México. Love all your green knits 💚
Thank you so much!
Right at this very moment My Angel Mom,94, is in Hospice care with The Brightest Mind & telling more family stories- stories I’ve mostly heard my 63 yrs but Never tire of! Your Mom sounded like Your Angel too! God has Indeed Blessed us! Your soothing voice helps me to fully enjoy your Lovely Knits! ❤🙏
Sorry to hear that. We can only hope we are as loved as we love them. Moms are sooooo special. What a wonderful long life your mother has had. I am very very sorry you are going through this. Sending love.