What a beautiful beginning. You’re a total natural, and I can’t wait to hear all about your making and the projects & stories you choose to share with us. As for tech, I record on my iPad, which attaches to a tripod that has a ring light on the top - here in Scotland, trying to get enough light through the darker months can be a challenging thing! And then I upload to iMovie on my desktop, auto correct my audio and increase the volume to 400%, and then I drop in titles and images at the relevant places, before exporting to desktop and then uploading to TH-cam. I don’t generally add tags, but I do try and write quite substantial show notes and include links to other podcasters using the @ symbol with the name of their channel. And then I try and respond to comments as best I can. And I also promote on Instagram and FB. And that’s it! I think you can get much more creative tech-wise than I have. But for my own purposes, it works. I want folk to feel like we’re enjoying a visit with one another. And that doesn’t really require a lot of bells and whistles. Although I would really like to record an intro at some point. But I’ve been saying that for the past year and I’ve not done it yet!
Thanks for all your help and encouragement, Amy! What you've described as your process is about as far as I want to go into the tech side of things: insert a few images as needed, maybe a little text within the video itself, and (eventually) a catchy opener. I wouldn't have thought to check the volume, so thanks for that tip especially! We'll see how the next one goes! :)
Amy Palko, from The Meaningful Stitch podcast, mentioned your site, and I am so glad she did! I find knitting to be a wonderful respite from the challenges of life, and it is also my creative outlet! Thank you for adding your voice to the community! I look forward to all the future episodes!
Your video was a suggestion on TH-cam and the book on Episode 5 sent me rushing over and am starting with Episode 1. I am an older English teacher, knitter, and former Army brat. I plan to teach internationally as soon as I get my daughter settled into her second year of college. I have recently converted from being a news-junkie to a knitting podcast junkie and have found myself happier and less stressed.
Thank you for a great first podcast. I am recovering from an accident at work- to my dominant hand. I can relate so much to your frustration. It took five months for W/C to approve the surgery I needed. Five months of no knitting 😢. I am currently in a full arm cast and still can not knit. W/C denied an ice machine post op and I am already dreading the next few months when I need but am denied physical therapy. Podcasts have kept me sane!
Wow. I'm so sorry to read about your experience, it's so incredibly frustrating. I'm praying for your speedy recovery and that you're given the help and resources you need WHEN you need them!
Welcome to the world of knitting podcasting!! I look forward to seeing future podcasts!! Thank you for sharing❤I am an English professor at a small university in southern West Virginia. I also teach theater!!!
Loved hearing your intro! It's funny - as much as I enjoy learning new skills and challenges, I'm to a point where I need to always have at least one project that's just "mindless" when I really need to relax or am trying to focus on something else. Someday I may feel as comfortable with cables as you are!
Yeah, it's interesting. I wouldn't call cables mindless, but they aren't taxing either, at least not anymore. I mean, I could certainly follow a tv show and have a little wine while knitting St Brigid...and I only made a few mistakes..... 🙄
Ever since Irina interviewed you and I looked at your Instagram, I've been a fan of your fantastic creations, music adventures and all. So glad you are doing a podcast. I'll check out your other episodes. Best wishes!
Lovely intro and great view!! I'm a retired teacher here in Nova Scotia and knit daily. I also have a large quilting studio. Looking forward to your videos and think that you adding did bits of what's going on in NY - like Carmen or craft related- would be interesting. I started a knitting and crochet club at my school and ran it with a parent volunteer for many years.
A quilting studio! That sounds divine! I'll have a lot to say about Carmen in my next video, which I plan to film this weekend -- it connects with my current WIP as well! :) My knitting & crochet club is a great source of joy -- the kids are very excited to learn which, you know as a teacher, makes for richest teaching experiences.
J’ai adoré le premier épisode et je suis impatiente de voir ton tricotage et davantage d’histoires! Tu a du charisme et j’adore que tu aimes la lecture. A bientôt j’espère et bon tricotage 🧶
Bonjour de France 🇫🇷 ravie de voir un homme de plus dans la communauté tricot avec une chaîne youtube . J’ai hâte de découvrir tes projets. Bonne chance pour la suite 😊 belle journée
You are totally on point. Why not have more people share their creativity - it can only add to the world. I learned about your podcast from Amy Palko's @The Meaningful Stitch podcast episode 34. I am looking forward to watching more of your podcasts.
Hey Stephen! I too am a knitter, but have not attempted anything as elaborate as you!! Just rectangles, as you called it! (Great explanation BTW) The only non-rectangular item I have made was a stocking for my nephew, (Connie's son) Luke. Are you familiar with the Steiner stocking? I guess Aunt Anne started it with our parents generation, and we have continued with the next two generations. (Which I think is so super cool!!) I wish I knew how to attach a pic, and I would show you. I can't wait to see more videos! ❤️🤗
The Steiner Stocking! Yes! I believe Toni made mine, but I might be mistaken. Your Aunt Jo shared the pattern with me, but I haven't made one yet.....Hmmmmm, perhaps I should...... :) I'm so glad you enjoyed the podcast! If you want any help or encouragement breaking away from rectangles, let me know! ;)
Episode 34 of The Meaningful Stitch brought me here: @amypalko is doing you free advertising xD I can already tell you’re good at this. You’re entertaining and charismatic, and the quality of the video was decent for a 1st time! Can’t wait to see what you have in stock for us! Happy knitting, Stephen :)
Great 1st video! I’m new to your channel and also a new subscriber. I look forward to watching more of your episodes. I enjoyed learning how you started knitting… We have a somewhat similar backstory on how we started knitting….. First I should start by saying I 1st became interested in knitting when I was a child (I’m in my 50s currently), but no one in my family knew how to knit or anyone else that I knew at the time. Michaels, Joanne’s, etc. weren’t around back then and we didn’t have any independent yarn stores near us back then. Nor was TH-cam a resource as a way to learn how to knit. So long story short, knitting took a backseat and I forgot about my childhood interest in learning to knit until 2014. In knit 2014, I had been given the challenge by a friend to learn something new in 2023 as a New Year’s resolution. After careful consideration I chose to learn to knit. I wasn’t sure I would be able to knit due to an injury I sustained during a routine blood draw that didn’t go away right away and lingered for a very lengthy time. I was eventually diagnosed with complex regional pain syndrome, which effected my right elbow, through my forearm and into my right hand and fingers with an array of neurological symptoms. Suddenly I wasn’t able to do normal daily tasks I use to take for granted. Things slowly got better to where I was able to engage in more activities to the point I could even consider knitting. So I slowly took up knitting and found that by knitting it helped with dexterity, being able to use my hand more and have more range of motion. Knitting became a form of physical therapy if you will. I’m still not the fastest knitter by any means due to having crps and can’t knit for extended periods of time, but I keep at it slowly. With the exception of a 2 year hiatus due to a flare up of CRPS, I’ve been slowly able to learn new knitting skills. I love the creative process of knitting and learning new techniques and skills along the way. I also find knitting to be a way to relieve stress and also relax. I enjoy seeing the finished projects I’ve completed and also making gifts for others. I never thought I’d fall this in love with knitting. I am hoping to make my 1st sweater next year. Btw, I like the views from your apartment. Additionally, you are the 2nd person who has referenced he same exact book by T. H. White this year. I will have to add it to my reading wishlist.
That's a remarkable story! You know, my grandmother has knit and crocheted for her entire life, but in the past year joint pain has stopped her. I often wonder at knitting's ability to heal and hurt. Naturally I want to believe that it's physically good for us, although all things in excess can cause harm, but clearly everyone needs to listen to their own body and assess their physical response to any action. She began to experience it as a source of pain, and therefore lost the joy she experienced from it (she is, however, an inherently optimistic and intellectually curious person so she found other ways to occupy her time, which is good). So, for you and me it was healing, for her it hurt. So interesting... Anyhow, I hope it continues to be a source of healing for you and that your crps ceases to flare up and cause trouble. You should definitely start that sweater -- you'll love the experience of making it and wearing it!
@@knitphen7232 I’ve recently heard about Portuguese Style knitting (vs English or Continental knitting) and that Portuguese knitting can be less stressful on joints while knitting. I might have to give it a try.
I've heard that too, but I really haven't looked into it. I know it goes around your shoulder somehow or other, but I don't know much beyond that. If you find any good resources, please share!
No hablo inglés pero lo entiendo casi todo! Te quedó genial la introducción y que chulo che haya mas chicos tejedores haciendo podcasts! 🎊🎉 Enhorabuena!
What a beautiful beginning. You’re a total natural, and I can’t wait to hear all about your making and the projects & stories you choose to share with us. As for tech, I record on my iPad, which attaches to a tripod that has a ring light on the top - here in Scotland, trying to get enough light through the darker months can be a challenging thing! And then I upload to iMovie on my desktop, auto correct my audio and increase the volume to 400%, and then I drop in titles and images at the relevant places, before exporting to desktop and then uploading to TH-cam. I don’t generally add tags, but I do try and write quite substantial show notes and include links to other podcasters using the @ symbol with the name of their channel. And then I try and respond to comments as best I can. And I also promote on Instagram and FB. And that’s it! I think you can get much more creative tech-wise than I have. But for my own purposes, it works. I want folk to feel like we’re enjoying a visit with one another. And that doesn’t really require a lot of bells and whistles. Although I would really like to record an intro at some point. But I’ve been saying that for the past year and I’ve not done it yet!
Thanks for all your help and encouragement, Amy! What you've described as your process is about as far as I want to go into the tech side of things: insert a few images as needed, maybe a little text within the video itself, and (eventually) a catchy opener. I wouldn't have thought to check the volume, so thanks for that tip especially! We'll see how the next one goes! :)
I love your knitting story and I’m looking forward to watching the rest of your podcasts!
Amy Palko, from The Meaningful Stitch podcast, mentioned your site, and I am so glad she did! I find knitting to be a wonderful respite from the challenges of life, and it is also my creative outlet! Thank you for adding your voice to the community! I look forward to all the future episodes!
Thank you! I'm so glad you enjoyed it! :)
Just flund your podcast! Looking forward to watching the rest of them!
I'm so glad! I hope you enjoy them!
cool just found ep 1 and 3. the more we share our creations the more we increase our joy.
It's so true! :)
Your video was a suggestion on TH-cam and the book on Episode 5 sent me rushing over and am starting with Episode 1. I am an older English teacher, knitter, and former Army brat. I plan to teach internationally as soon as I get my daughter settled into her second year of college. I have recently converted from being a news-junkie to a knitting podcast junkie and have found myself happier and less stressed.
Oh yes, you'll be much happier with a steady diet of knitting podcasts! Thanks for watching! English teachers rock! :)
Thank you for a great first podcast. I am recovering from an accident at work- to my dominant hand. I can relate so much to your frustration. It took five months for W/C to approve the surgery I needed. Five months of no knitting 😢. I am currently in a full arm cast and still can not knit. W/C denied an ice machine post op and I am already dreading the next few months when I need but am denied physical therapy.
Podcasts have kept me sane!
Wow. I'm so sorry to read about your experience, it's so incredibly frustrating. I'm praying for your speedy recovery and that you're given the help and resources you need WHEN you need them!
I just found you. Amy Palko pointed me in your direction. Lovely first podcast looking forward to watching.
Wonderful! I'm glad you enjoyed it!
Welcome to the world of knitting podcasting!! I look forward to seeing future podcasts!! Thank you for sharing❤I am an English professor at a small university in southern West Virginia. I also teach theater!!!
Well then we've got lots to chat about! :) Thanks for watching!!
Ciao Stephen! Wonderful, I really enjoyed this video, can't wait to watch next! Bravo!
grazie, mio amico! :)
Yay! More I can listen to while I knit! Love hearing what other men are knitting and wearing. 😍
me too! happy to add to the crowd! :)
You did it! (That was the tough part.) Looking forward to the next installment. 👍🏼
Thank you!! :) Should be this weekend! :)
Well done! Look forward to seeing the knitting and hearing the tales.
Thank you! I'm looking forward to sharing more! Glad you enjoyed it!
Looking forward to more. Thank you for doing this.
My pleasure! :)
Thanks for telling us your story Stephen. I very much look forward to hearing more.
Thank you! I look forward to sharing! :)
Great start. I like the thought about learning something. I hadn’t thought about it this way but I have used that several times in my life.
it's always been a comfort to me! Thanks for watching! :)
Loved hearing your intro!
It's funny - as much as I enjoy learning new skills and challenges, I'm to a point where I need to always have at least one project that's just "mindless" when I really need to relax or am trying to focus on something else. Someday I may feel as comfortable with cables as you are!
Yeah, it's interesting. I wouldn't call cables mindless, but they aren't taxing either, at least not anymore. I mean, I could certainly follow a tv show and have a little wine while knitting St Brigid...and I only made a few mistakes..... 🙄
Ever since Irina interviewed you and I looked at your Instagram, I've been a fan of your fantastic creations, music adventures and all. So glad you are doing a podcast. I'll check out your other episodes. Best wishes!
That's very kind of you, Michael! Thanks for watching -- hope you enjoy it! :)
Lovely intro and great view!! I'm a retired teacher here in Nova Scotia and knit daily. I also have a large quilting studio. Looking forward to your videos and think that you adding did bits of what's going on in NY - like Carmen or craft related- would be interesting. I started a knitting and crochet club at my school and ran it with a parent volunteer for many years.
A quilting studio! That sounds divine! I'll have a lot to say about Carmen in my next video, which I plan to film this weekend -- it connects with my current WIP as well! :) My knitting & crochet club is a great source of joy -- the kids are very excited to learn which, you know as a teacher, makes for richest teaching experiences.
J’ai adoré le premier épisode et je suis impatiente de voir ton tricotage et davantage d’histoires! Tu a du charisme et j’adore que tu aimes la lecture. A bientôt j’espère et bon tricotage 🧶
Merci beaucoup pour ton beau message! Avez-vous vu le video plus récent? J'espère que oui!
@@knitphen7232 Je n’ai pas encore eu le temps de visionner ça mais j’ai sauvegardé la vidéo 😊
¡Enhorabuena por tu primer vídeo! Te ha quedado muy bien, muy profesional a la vez que natural. Deseando ver qué será lo siguiente. Un abrazo.
Muchas gracias! Has visto el video mas reciente? Espero que si! :)
@@knitphen7232 todavía no, pero voy a verlo ahora :)
So lovely to find you! A fellow teacher here, now retired after 34 years. Looking forward to your next cast. 💕
34 years, how wonderful! I'm at year 20....still have a ways to go, but I'm much closer to the end than to the beginning! :)
Bonjour de France 🇫🇷 ravie de voir un homme de plus dans la communauté tricot avec une chaîne youtube . J’ai hâte de découvrir tes projets. Bonne chance pour la suite 😊 belle journée
Merci!! Le suivant video devrait être téléchargé cet weekend, j'espère que tu l'aimeras! :)
Loved this!
Thanks! You're the inspiration! :)
Found you thanks to Amy Palko! Looking forward to future episodes!
Thank you! And thanks, Amy -- she's so great! :)
You are totally on point. Why not have more people share their creativity - it can only add to the world. I learned about your podcast from Amy Palko's @The Meaningful Stitch podcast episode 34. I am looking forward to watching more of your podcasts.
Thank you so much! And yes -- Cheers to Creativity! :)
Congratulations on your first video! This is a great introduction 🙌🏼 I’m excited to see more!
Thanks! Should have something new posted by this weekend (I hope!).
I look forward to seeing your projects. And…I’m also an English teacher, so I’m totally excited to hear more student stories.
Ah, good to know! I'll be sure to toss some in there on occasion! ;) Thanks for watching!
Hey Stephen! I too am a knitter, but have not attempted anything as elaborate as you!! Just rectangles, as you called it! (Great explanation BTW) The only non-rectangular item I have made was a stocking for my nephew, (Connie's son) Luke. Are you familiar with the Steiner stocking? I guess Aunt Anne started it with our parents generation, and we have continued with the next two generations. (Which I think is so super cool!!) I wish I knew how to attach a pic, and I would show you.
I can't wait to see more videos! ❤️🤗
The Steiner Stocking! Yes! I believe Toni made mine, but I might be mistaken. Your Aunt Jo shared the pattern with me, but I haven't made one yet.....Hmmmmm, perhaps I should...... :) I'm so glad you enjoyed the podcast! If you want any help or encouragement breaking away from rectangles, let me know! ;)
Great introductory video, Stephen! I look forward to more.
Thank you! :)
It is lovely to meet you Stephen.
Ivana
Likewise! :)
So nice to know you better this way! I looking forward to see the up coming video's and all your future projects. Good luck.🍀 Greetings from Holland
Ah, Dankjewel! I should have something new and longer posted by the weekend! :)
Episode 34 of The Meaningful Stitch brought me here: @amypalko is doing you free advertising xD
I can already tell you’re good at this. You’re entertaining and charismatic, and the quality of the video was decent for a 1st time! Can’t wait to see what you have in stock for us!
Happy knitting, Stephen :)
Why thank you! And Amy is the best! :)
Great 1st video! I’m new to your channel and also a new subscriber. I look forward to watching more of your episodes.
I enjoyed learning how you started knitting… We have a somewhat similar backstory on how we started knitting….. First I should start by saying I 1st became interested in knitting when I was a child (I’m in my 50s currently), but no one in my family knew how to knit or anyone else that I knew at the time. Michaels, Joanne’s, etc. weren’t around back then and we didn’t have any independent yarn stores near us back then. Nor was TH-cam a resource as a way to learn how to knit. So long story short, knitting took a backseat and I forgot about my childhood interest in learning to knit until 2014. In knit 2014, I had been given the challenge by a friend to learn something new in 2023 as a New Year’s resolution. After careful consideration I chose to learn to knit. I wasn’t sure I would be able to knit due to an injury I sustained during a routine blood draw that didn’t go away right away and lingered for a very lengthy time. I was eventually diagnosed with complex regional pain syndrome, which effected my right elbow, through my forearm and into my right hand and fingers with an array of neurological symptoms. Suddenly I wasn’t able to do normal daily tasks I use to take for granted. Things slowly got better to where I was able to engage in more activities to the point I could even consider knitting. So I slowly took up knitting and found that by knitting it helped with dexterity, being able to use my hand more and have more range of motion. Knitting became a form of physical therapy if you will. I’m still not the fastest knitter by any means due to having crps and can’t knit for extended periods of time, but I keep at it slowly. With the exception of a 2 year hiatus due to a flare up of CRPS, I’ve been slowly able to learn new knitting skills. I love the creative process of knitting and learning new techniques and skills along the way. I also find knitting to be a way to relieve stress and also relax. I enjoy seeing the finished projects I’ve completed and also making gifts for others. I never thought I’d fall this in love with knitting. I am hoping to make my 1st sweater next year.
Btw, I like the views from your apartment. Additionally, you are the 2nd person who has referenced he same exact book by T. H. White this year. I will have to add it to my reading wishlist.
Ooops, typo! I meant to write that I was tasked to learn something new in 2014, not 2023.
I was wondering about that. :)
That's a remarkable story! You know, my grandmother has knit and crocheted for her entire life, but in the past year joint pain has stopped her. I often wonder at knitting's ability to heal and hurt. Naturally I want to believe that it's physically good for us, although all things in excess can cause harm, but clearly everyone needs to listen to their own body and assess their physical response to any action. She began to experience it as a source of pain, and therefore lost the joy she experienced from it (she is, however, an inherently optimistic and intellectually curious person so she found other ways to occupy her time, which is good). So, for you and me it was healing, for her it hurt. So interesting...
Anyhow, I hope it continues to be a source of healing for you and that your crps ceases to flare up and cause trouble. You should definitely start that sweater -- you'll love the experience of making it and wearing it!
@@knitphen7232 I’ve recently heard about Portuguese Style knitting (vs English or Continental knitting) and that Portuguese knitting can be less stressful on joints while knitting. I might have to give it a try.
I've heard that too, but I really haven't looked into it. I know it goes around your shoulder somehow or other, but I don't know much beyond that. If you find any good resources, please share!
Good luck! Way to be brave and put yourself out there. I hope you enjoy it!!
Thank you! Me too! :)
Great first video!
Thank you!
No hablo inglés pero lo entiendo casi todo! Te quedó genial la introducción y que chulo che haya mas chicos tejedores haciendo podcasts! 🎊🎉 Enhorabuena!
Muchas gracias! Me gusta mucho que podrias entender casi todo! Espero que vas a disfrutar mis proximos videos!
Great introduction and nice to meet you😀
Why thank you! :)
First saw you on Irina’s channel. Then on Instagram. Now looking forward to this! 🧶
❤ Stephen’s interview on Fiberchats is still one of the most watched episodes
@@Fiberchats Which I still can't believe! :)
@@knitphen7232 lol, well deserved
Thanks for watching and coming along for the ride! :)
You did it! (That was the tough part.) Looking forward to the next installment. 👍🏼
Thanks! Should be posted by the end of the weekend!