Bravo Ralph. What I've discovered in working on all these platforms is that there's different audiences looking for different things. Some people like the quick ASMR short form, while others love long tutorial type formats. So I believe you're tapping into all of that and no one will fault you for focusing on one over another. And, imho, it didn't sound at all as if you were "airing your grievances." Rather you were being transparent in your current status. 😊
Thanks for the update, Ralph!! I am glad you are going to stay with TH-cam since I don’t do TikTok!! I will continue to follow you no matter what content you do here!!
I love longer form videos because they're perfect for putting on while walking the dog, doing chores or work or just winding down and personally do really enjoy listening to you and love being artsy and crafty when I get the time to - so: here for the ride ❣️
If it’s one thing I learned while doing YT for a few years is your audience appreciates transparency and feeling like they can get to know you as a person! It’ll be great seeing you on YT more. Honestly, the future of TT is up in the air anyway. I’ll watch any content you’d like to share Ralph. 😊
You are not a fraud. Find some other TH-camr who has accumulated more than 200k subscribers in the card making world in less than 2 years! Maybe the last video Jennifer Maker made with Angie Holden could inspire you. I love Jennifer Maker values even if not directly related to card making
Just caught you on the Hanging with Hero series. I have been paper crafting for over 25 years and you should definitely do more on YT! You have a great speaking voice and many of us older seniors that live alone crave longer videos with more voice and heart. You keep us company!
So now you get to start fresh, and you can do anything and everything that you want! Everything you mentioned sounds like something I’d like to watch, so I look forward to seeing more of your videos!
Hey Ralph, you have been missed. Great to hear your views. One of the reason's I really liked your videos was seeing you use all kinds of materials in your card making. No limitations with certain companies etc... Hope you figure it all out and we will be here.
Oh Ralph, I follow you on TikTok, Instagram, Facebook and TH-cam. I love your creativity, humor and personality as well as the cards you create and your line of products. Keep being you on any platform!!!!
I might be jumping in too early as I’m only midway through the video, but I was extremely intrigued by your mention of “imposter syndrome.” I’d never heard of that before but I can say this: the best piece of advice I got was from my uncle, an economist for the State of New York. He said to remember that everyone at work feels like a bit of an imposter, like they’re neither ready nor qualified to do the work they’re being asked to do. We all have on various levels sense of inadequacy. So what I did with that advice which came shortly after I graduated from college in the 70s was to just plunge ahead and try to grab what bits and pieces of information I could from various sources to learn what I needed to know and then just to be willing to try And do something and always do it at a level that was higher than expected. You worked in the corporate world so you understand those feelings. The point he was trying to make to me was that everyone is also feeling that too. So don’t let it hold you back. I’m glad you’re back and Online because your content is interesting. You’re fun to watch and you do good work that helps people like me who truly are klutzes to make cards that we can be proud of.
You’ve been missed Ralph. I understand how you’re feeling & want to encourage you to continue doing what gives you joy. You’re so creative & I enjoy your content no matter the format. Welcome back!
Ironically, I was just wondering a couple of days ago, "What happened to Ralph? I haven't seen a YT video from him in quite a while." I'm already a subscriber here, and the whole time you were talking I was holding my breath that you might say you were forgetting YT and only doing Instagram and Tik Tok. I'm very happy that you are not forgetting TH-cam because I don't visit those other two venues. Welcome back!!! Looking forward to what you will be creating for us. We love your inspiration! There are a gazillion techniques out there & I can hardly wait to see the first one you pick. If they work for you like they work for me there will be a lot of humor involved! LOL
Hi Ralph you came into my thoughts recently (actually while I was having my chemo infusion) am pleased to see you are ok & love your vlogs & will watch as many or as few you do…thanks from Melbourne Australia 🇦🇺🦘🐨🥰
G'Day Ralph, thank you for your transparency and for sharing this video with your viewing audience. I look forward to you taking us on this new journey, especially going craft supply shopping, as I always purchase craft supplies online. You're a genuine talent and I always look forward to your uploads here and on IG. If you went Live sometime too, I'd be more than happy to be part of that too. Cheers, from Australia.
Hi Ralph, I can totally relate to so much of what you’re saying and I deeply feel what you’re going through. I’ve been a multi-crafter and instructor for decades but I haven’t been extremely consistent due to “life interruptions”. But also because of things you mentioned (burnout, temporary lack of motivation, angst, etc). I have not [yet] attempted to share my creative passions via social media but many people have urged me to so I feel like it will happen one day. What I can say is that as passionate creators, we have to find a balance between trying to please others and trying to please ourselves. That’s not easy as I’m sure you know. I also stand firm on being real, as in somewhat transparent without the risk of relinquishing too much personal information simply because there are sadly so many scammers out there. This is a deep fear I have (especially since my husband is in the field of cyber security). Anyway, just do what you love so that you can love what you do. I think it’s okay to cast a wide net and see what you “catch”. I believe life is a series of experiments…some work, some don’t but that’s how we learn and grow and most importantly, have fun (who doesn’t love having fun?). I think it will be wonderful and inspiring to continue following along your journey and I’m sure many others will agree. Toodles for now, Debs ❣️ PS- Happy, healthy, safe…that’s all that really matters in life (for us, and those we care about).
If you "craft it" they will come! You are amazing person, crafter and muse. I enjoy watching your ASMR short form videos and look forward to your YT videos and tutorials. Thank you for sharing your creative so freely with us. 💌
It’s so inspiring to see someone take a risk, follow their passion, and see it pay off! Also, every one of your card-making videos is edited to perfection! 👏
We all need a break from time~>time. You do what makes you happy!! I appreciate the vids you have done thus far. I’ve been a subscriber since the beginning. You do you. Amy. Apex, NC 🇺🇸 PS~did you receive the note I sent on your website??
I’m so happy you will be putting more out on youtube. I love to put your videos on and just listen to you while I sit at my craft table. You are great inspiration for us crafters!
Phew!! I love your content here on TH-cam and so grateful you want to continue with your journey here !! Thank you 🙏 I love hearing about you and what's going on along with the card making and creating.
I started following you both on YT and IG. I loved the fact that you were able to leave your IT career for something creative. I have worked in the IT corporate field for over 30 years and have been cardmaking for over 20 years, so I’ve been living vicariously through you. 😊. While I do love your ASMR reels on IG, I must admit I’ve missed you on YT. Please give yourself some grace to find your way and what works for you! We look forward to seeing wherever your journey takes you! ❤
I love your authenticity and honesty. I have the same struggle with whether I sound too negative or complaining.... But I feel like I have enough crafty love to make up for it lol I'm sure you can relate to that even as a noob
Would like to see you visit craft stores talking with other well known or up and coming people in the industry trends that are happening even how they make some of these materials we use I hope you keep making your YT videos and good on you for taking time to be honest with us 😊
Thank you for sharing your journey! I appreciate learning about your move from corporate into the creative industry. I give you a ton of credit for doing what many only dream of. Keep going, you’re doing awesome!
Ralph. opening your heart to us shows how real you are. It has been a joy to watch you. You never put on.i will continue to watch and learn from you. You're an amazing man and it will be fun to see what else you dabble in. Just do you. You're a very creative, down to earth guy. Thank you for being you and inspiring me❤️
I'm a newbie follower from IG. But I just wanted to say I'm proud of you for addressing your person needs to grow and learn. I love watching your videos. You are so precise and artistic. Your technique blows me away each video. The seagull one blew me away with the layers of colour and the way you did the wave ripples and foam. It's incredible to watch. So keep doing you boo! We are here to learn and admire! ❤
Great to see you here on TH-cam, Ralph! You're exceptionally talented - there is always space for you in the craft community, however and wherever you choose to show up! I look forward to continuing to follow your journey!
I actually really like these chatting videos. I tend to put TH-cam on while I’m doing another task, and the “rambling,” as you call it, is like someone keeping me company and talking about stuff I’m interested in. I first started watching via TikTok, but I’m excited to see where you take this channel! Whatever new things you try will be fun to watch!
Welcome back! Fun is always the operative word. You'll find that a lot of YT crafty viewers have played in many different sandboxes, so whatever craft you tackle here you'll find an audience that can offer tips, tricks and lots and lots of encouragement.
I'm so glad you're coming back! I think I've watched all your TH-cam videos except one on the Cricut machine. And whatever you do, I hope you'll continue designing stamps! I think I purchased every product in your first release, which is not something I've ever done before!
Sometimes you just need to hit the “refresh” button and continue your journey. I am here for the long haul, no matter the format or platform your videos are posted to. Keep creating!!!
Your honesty and self-reflection are refreshing! Your Hero Arts Composition Notebook collaboration is one of my favorite and most used purchases this year. I look forward to watching your creative journey unfold!
Good to see you back! A few videos I tend to watch is craft room tours/organization (though you being a fairly new crafter, haven’t had enough time to amass the stash of a lifetime creator 🤪), haul & technique videos. Either way your unique style will bring fresh content to YT. Looking forward to seeing you on Hanging with Hero!
Your ASMR card making forum is the first that I had seen. And I have to say I love it! I love tutorials too, but people are making them longer than 20 to 30 minutes and that is just too long for me. But I get why sometimes they have to be that long. But your ASMR video's knock it out the park for me. I've been making cards since the 90's and that is probably why. Thanks for being you, I respect content creators, but not all are for me. I love how transparent you are being with your viewers as well. Yep, if it ain't broke....don't fix it! Well done!
Hi Ralph, great to see you back. You do only what you’re comfortable with. If it gets too demanding, that takes the fun out of your talents, and you my friend are talented! Crafting is supposed to be great fun in creativity! 😊❤️🇨🇦
So great to see you again, Ralph. Bravo to you for stepping back to re-evaluate your direction. I've been subscribed for a long time, and look forward to all of your future videos here on TH-cam. You got this!
Hi Ralph! 👋🏻 New Subscriber here!! You popped up on my recommended feed today and I’m so happy that you did. I appreciate your honesty and being so forthright. I’m mom to 4 sons and have 2 grandsons. So you’d fit right in. There is absolutely nothing wrong with wanting to broaden your horizons. I’m a distracted crafter. Meaning I will stick with one or two crafts for a while before jumping into something else, but I will eventually come back around. I’m just beginning junk journals and card making. I’ve done other paper crafting, diamond painting, sewing in general, quilting, cross stitch (my eyes are too old for that now). I’m looking forward to your new content. In the meantime, I will go back and watch your other videos. Terri in SC
Looking forward to more of your YT content! It’s nice to have different options of platforms and types of content you can create. Listen to your heart and gut and make stuff that makes you happy too ❤
Change is good.... change is growth! Looking forward to ALL your videos, no matter the content, but excited to see what you're going to add to your arsenal, aside from your wonderful cardmaking!
I DO SEE U RALPH! Y've got me as fan here in YT and here is where I feel unboxed and unlabelled! I love this Community as much as the paper crafters. Tks for your warm transparency! See'ya!
Love it, yt is where it's at, while for sure I do love your asmr shorts, happy to have found you that way, but I immediately was thrilled to see a few youtube videos already up, these are how I spent actual time in your art world and knew I wanted to stay!
I was thinking about you the other day when I saw someone mimicking your style. Thanks for the update. No more wondering. Best of luck on your venture. I'll be tagging along. Enjoy your journey!❤
I would love to see you more on TH-cam. It would be great to see you creating live. Thank you for sharing your journey and your fun and fresh approach to card making.
Which brings me to my next point. I'm excited to take the journey with you on these upcoming playful exploration videos where you figure out where your next joy crafting is. But I also want to get to know you as you spoke about in this video being something that's lacking. So when you're shopping for craft supplies, go by the candy aisle and tell us your favorite candy. Or as you're cutting up card elements on a make video, tell us a funny story about your family or if you have any love interests. In crafting there's lots of downtime just to chat especially when you do live creation videos that are not in TikTok fast form. That can be your avenue for your audience to really know you and build the connection I think you might be seeking. You do have a gift with those cards though and obviously video editing. And watching the sounds of the chopping has proved to be therapeutic for me. So I do make it to insta every now and then lol
Hi, Ralph! I have missed seeing you! I loved all of your cardmaking videos. I am so looking forward to experiencing what you have in store! Know that you are in a really great place with alot of really great people and your future can't help but be bright! I will be finding you on Instagram and watching for what comes next on TH-cam!
I first saw you here on YT, and it was your video about quitting your job. I subscribed straight away, then started following you on IG. Months later I also had burnout and decided to leave my job. 😊 I love your work. ❤
Yes to: spread the word to have fun, to more playing, and to try out different other crafts. You will have so much fun, and taking us on your journey and inspire some along the way. Thanks for sharing👍
Ralph, I always watch you where ever I find you. I enjoy the way you craft and you are very inspiring. Good Luck you will do fantastic and I’m going on the ride with you. See you on the next video my friend.
We appreciaye your honesty. Do what makes you happy. Dive into the ceative arts more. Any kind of crafting is my kind of crafting- embroidery, watercolor, crochet, felting ,sewing! Ive dabled in most of it! We'll be her to watch your jouney!
I think it's amazing that you got so much positive feedback after being a relatively new cardmaker! But I have imposter syndrome as well (not for cardmaking, because I'm not really known, but in my career!), so I totally get that feeling! And I appreciate your honesty about constantly having to create when you didn't exactly feel like it. Seems like a TON of pressure! I'm glad you took a step back to figure out what's going to make YOU happy. And you're talented enough that we're all certain to still enjoy it. 🙂
I was wondering where the heck you were. I might check out the other platforms you mentioned. Ty for your honesty and I'm looking forward to your next video 😊
Ralph, I respect and admire you for your decisions to do what works for you and makes you happy. I, for one, am happy that you will be doing more on TH-cam. I look forward to going on this journey with you.
I just found you a few months ago on YT, luv your style of card making and the fact you are not limited to specific company products. Keep up the good work! I will be waiting for your next videos.
I love that you want to connect. That is a great thing. I mostly watch TH-cam but occasionally get on Instagram. I always laugh when I tell people about my TH-cam friends. Although we've never met I have some great connections.
Hi Ralph! Nice to see your face again! I think it can be hard balancing things when your work is also your pleasure. Kudos to you for your self care, and for sharing that with your viewers. I like your style, and hope you find this fulfilling enough to continue making content for a long time. ❤
I've enjoyed your cardmaking from the very beginning! I'm sure I will enjoy your TH-cam programming also. Do whatever gives you joy and I know that will come through to your audience!!! ❤
So glad you did this video, Ralph. I’ve loved following you on Instagram and have been inspired from your posts there to broaden my card making skills. I totally understand how you’d begin to feel burnt out and will happily continue to follow you there and here!! Best of luck to you. I hope this new chapter is fulfilling for you.
Thanks Ralph! As a crafter/creator, I know the overwhelming feeling and it's nice when TH-camrs show us a little behind the scenes of what they are going through and just how tough it can be sometimes. We appreciate your videos and look forward to you trying all sorts of new crafts!
I like journaling as well as card making, seemed like a natural progression for me. Looking forward to seeing what you discover new ways to explore crafting
2024 seems to be the year for creators easing back and changing direction on their channels. I look forward to seeing where you take your channel from this point forward.
I am so glad you are not quitting being with us. I relate to you more than others - be creative do you - feel free to jump around with different content - but please don’t leave us. ❤
I am grabbing onto your coattails and I am along for the ride.. I tuned into you a while back because you are REAL. And that's exactly why I will continue to check in with your TH-cam channel. Cheers to you Ralph
RALPH!!! I used to follow you on facebook primarily (I think I was one of the first back in '22!) and had noticed your content slowing down. I decided to follow you here and was scared to watch this video thinking you'd be stepping back...I'm SO glad you're not!! I love your longform and shortform content! Like you, I was a big youtube watcher back in the day, and remember all the stars and everything from the '00s-'10s. I never really enjoyed movies or TV like other kids did, and ended up really getting sucked into vlogging content. I'm so glad you're a youtuber too!! So, so excited for the future of this channel.
I don’t know you, I just found you and I respect you for making this video. Thank you! I’m now a subscriber and looking forward to following your journey.
I originally found you on TT and instantly fell in love with your content. I am excited to see where this channel goes and look forward to more creative content from you. You inspire me all the time and cannot wait to see what your future holds. You are so creative.
Ralph I’m glad to see you back. Don’t stress over us. We will be here when you show up. We love your work. Looking forward to whatever you bring to the table because I’m sure it will be fabulous.❤
Alph we love your work! I am really happy to hear that you are going to do more YT. But that’s just me. You do you! I’ll be here and sharing the journey. Sending hugs from Adelaide South Australia 🇦🇺 ❤
Hi Ralph. Yayyyyy 🎉🎉🎉. Good to hear that you will be posting more on this platform. I have enjoyed your posts and I’ve missed them. I really like your style and you help me look differently at card design/making
Can only sat, you have been missed, looking forward to see where you will take this channel to, hope I will have more inspiration on crafting, learning what to shop for more crafting and more ideas. You are inspiring keep it up 😊
I think it will be great getting to see you here on TH-cam. I love really getting to know someone on a more personal level along their videos. In the long run you do you Ralph that's who you have to live with. We want you to be happy ❤❤❤❤
As someone who doesn’t have TikTok or instagram would it be possible for you to maybe re-post some of that content in shorts here on TH-cam too? Also looking forward to more different types of craft videos from you 😊
I will try here and there! TH-cam has a 1 minute cap on Shorts and all my tiktok/instagram reels are typically 2-3 minutes so it's difficult to repurpose here. I'll see what I can do though!
Because of you (such a brilliant designer/artist), I went out and bought everything that I needed to get started making cards (I used your list). But, I need a starter series to follow or an onsite craft class. I’m so excited about you being on TH-cam more! Hopefully my 60 year old self can learn what I need to know now! I just want to make beautiful and fun cards for my family and friends! 😊
Bravo to you for sharing your passion for creating! I think it takes some courage to share on whichever platform(s) you choose to! I love the longer videos too😊, I’m also a fan of your asmr reels on IG 🤗 The creative community is one of the best, and while I understand Imposter Syndrome I just have to say Ralph, that the evidence that you truly aren’t is in how many people truly love your content!! I love all things paper crafting, especially mixed media, crocheting, and dabbling in water colours, my curiosity is my muse!!! ✨🤗✨
Been watching you since almost the beginning, love everything you do, and am excited for more TH-cam videos! If you’re exploring more crafty things I would love to see your take on scrapbooking.
Hello my fellow Austin-ite! I'm glad to see you are going to try TH-cam more. I do not have TikTok and while I have FB and Instagram, I am not a huge fan of those 2 platforms. I love your transparency and I love the cards you make. Can't see what you bring to your channel!
I'm happy to see you again. I will continue to follow you no matter what craft you're doing. I love your creativity, and I look forward to any new or old craft you do a video on.
I am so glad you decided to create on TH-cam. That’s what drew me to Cathy Zeilski her content is very unique just like yours! Love her style, love your style. You are incredibly talented and from one “imposter syndromer” to another, I can 1000% attest that you are the real deal, kiddo! I have been crafting for decades, and you are one of the best. Take care of yourself, we will be here ❤
😅 Hooray 🎉❤😊. I’m excited to join you in your journey. You are such an inspiration- on TT, IG, and YT. In case you didn’t already know- many of us aspire to be (like) you Ralph! You’re living our dream. 💛💛💛 Says the girl that use to *buy & stock* HA and ANM Rubber Stamps (wood mounted of course) for a chain retail store back before your time. ❤😂❤ Positive vibes!
Hi Ralph! TH-cam is a fabulous place to build community, so if that’s what you’re looking for you’ve made a good decision! Your demographic is probably different to mine, but having a TH-cam channel alongside a Facebook group has worked well for me - I’ve made a fantastic bunch of crafty friends whom I love making videos for. You know what they say: if you love what you do, you’ll never have to work a day in your life. :)
Bravo Ralph. What I've discovered in working on all these platforms is that there's different audiences looking for different things. Some people like the quick ASMR short form, while others love long tutorial type formats. So I believe you're tapping into all of that and no one will fault you for focusing on one over another. And, imho, it didn't sound at all as if you were "airing your grievances." Rather you were being transparent in your current status. 😊
Glad you will be on TH-cam more. I don't have Tictok. I love a variety. I make cards but also many more crafts as well! Thanks for sharing!
Thanks for the update, Ralph!!
I am glad you are going to stay with TH-cam since I don’t do TikTok!!
I will continue to follow you no matter what content you do here!!
Thank you Peggy!
I don’t do TikTok either because my husband says it’s not safe (and he should know). ;-)
I love longer form videos because they're perfect for putting on while walking the dog, doing chores or work or just winding down and personally do really enjoy listening to you and love being artsy and crafty when I get the time to - so: here for the ride ❣️
If it’s one thing I learned while doing YT for a few years is your audience appreciates transparency and feeling like they can get to know you as a person! It’ll be great seeing you on YT more. Honestly, the future of TT is up in the air anyway. I’ll watch any content you’d like to share Ralph. 😊
You are not a fraud. Find some other TH-camr who has accumulated more than 200k subscribers in the card making world in less than 2 years! Maybe the last video Jennifer Maker made with Angie Holden could inspire you. I love Jennifer Maker values even if not directly related to card making
Thank you Kari ❤️
Exactly
Just caught you on the Hanging with Hero series. I have been paper crafting for over 25 years and you should definitely do more on YT! You have a great speaking voice and many of us older seniors that live alone crave longer videos with more voice and heart. You keep us company!
So now you get to start fresh, and you can do anything and everything that you want! Everything you mentioned sounds like something I’d like to watch, so I look forward to seeing more of your videos!
Hey Ralph, you have been missed. Great to hear your views. One of the reason's I really liked your videos was seeing you use all kinds of materials in your card making. No limitations with certain companies etc... Hope you figure it all out and we will be here.
Thanks for mentioning that! I definitely love to mix and match items and techniques.
sorry 😅 dont do tik tok so i guess i hVe missed out on whatever you are doing
Oh Ralph, I follow you on TikTok, Instagram, Facebook and TH-cam. I love your creativity, humor and personality as well as the cards you create and your line of products. Keep being you on any platform!!!!
I might be jumping in too early as I’m only midway through the video, but I was extremely intrigued by your mention of “imposter syndrome.” I’d never heard of that before but I can say this: the best piece of advice I got was from my uncle, an economist for the State of New York. He said to remember that everyone at work feels like a bit of an imposter, like they’re neither ready nor qualified to do the work they’re being asked to do. We all have on various levels sense of inadequacy. So what I did with that advice which came shortly after I graduated from college in the 70s was to just plunge ahead and try to grab what bits and pieces of information I could from various sources to learn what I needed to know and then just to be willing to try And do something and always do it at a level that was higher than expected. You worked in the corporate world so you understand those feelings. The point he was trying to make to me was that everyone is also feeling that too. So don’t let it hold you back. I’m glad you’re back and Online because your content is interesting. You’re fun to watch and you do good work that helps people like me who truly are klutzes to make cards that we can be proud of.
You’ve been missed Ralph. I understand how you’re feeling & want to encourage you to continue doing what gives you joy. You’re so creative & I enjoy your content no matter the format. Welcome back!
Ironically, I was just wondering a couple of days ago, "What happened to Ralph? I haven't seen a YT video from him in quite a while." I'm already a subscriber here, and the whole time you were talking I was holding my breath that you might say you were forgetting YT and only doing Instagram and Tik Tok. I'm very happy that you are not forgetting TH-cam because I don't visit those other two venues. Welcome back!!! Looking forward to what you will be creating for us. We love your inspiration! There are a gazillion techniques out there & I can hardly wait to see the first one you pick. If they work for you like they work for me there will be a lot of humor involved! LOL
Haha gotta keep you on your toes!
Hi Ralph you came into my thoughts recently (actually while I was having my chemo infusion) am pleased to see you are ok & love your vlogs & will watch as many or as few you do…thanks from Melbourne Australia 🇦🇺🦘🐨🥰
G'Day Ralph, thank you for your transparency and for sharing this video with your viewing audience. I look forward to you taking us on this new journey, especially going craft supply shopping, as I always purchase craft supplies online. You're a genuine talent and I always look forward to your uploads here and on IG. If you went Live sometime too, I'd be more than happy to be part of that too. Cheers, from Australia.
Hi Ralph, I can totally relate to so much of what you’re saying and I deeply feel what you’re going through. I’ve been a multi-crafter and instructor for decades but I haven’t been extremely consistent due to “life interruptions”. But also because of things you mentioned (burnout, temporary lack of motivation, angst, etc). I have not [yet] attempted to share my creative passions via social media but many people have urged me to so I feel like it will happen one day. What I can say is that as passionate creators, we have to find a balance between trying to please others and trying to please ourselves. That’s not easy as I’m sure you know. I also stand firm on being real, as in somewhat transparent without the risk of relinquishing too much personal information simply because there are sadly so many scammers out there. This is a deep fear I have (especially since my husband is in the field of cyber security). Anyway, just do what you love so that you can love what you do. I think it’s okay to cast a wide net and see what you “catch”. I believe life is a series of experiments…some work, some don’t but that’s how we learn and grow and most importantly, have fun (who doesn’t love having fun?). I think it will be wonderful and inspiring to continue following along your journey and I’m sure many others will agree. Toodles for now, Debs ❣️ PS- Happy, healthy, safe…that’s all that really matters in life (for us, and those we care about).
If you "craft it" they will come! You are amazing person, crafter and muse. I enjoy watching your ASMR short form videos and look forward to your YT videos and tutorials. Thank you for sharing your creative so freely with us. 💌
It’s so inspiring to see someone take a risk, follow their passion, and see it pay off! Also, every one of your card-making videos is edited to perfection! 👏
Thank you ❤️
We all need a break from time~>time. You do what makes you happy!! I appreciate the vids you have done thus far. I’ve been a subscriber since the beginning. You do you.
Amy. Apex, NC 🇺🇸
PS~did you receive the note I sent on your website??
I’m so happy you will be putting more out on youtube. I love to put your videos on and just listen to you while I sit at my craft table. You are great inspiration for us crafters!
Awww...we're crafting together!
Phew!! I love your content here on TH-cam and so grateful you want to continue with your journey here !! Thank you 🙏 I love hearing about you and what's going on along with the card making and creating.
I started following you both on YT and IG. I loved the fact that you were able to leave your IT career for something creative. I have worked in the IT corporate field for over 30 years and have been cardmaking for over 20 years, so I’ve been living vicariously through you. 😊. While I do love your ASMR reels on IG, I must admit I’ve missed you on YT. Please give yourself some grace to find your way and what works for you! We look forward to seeing wherever your journey takes you! ❤
I love your authenticity and honesty. I have the same struggle with whether I sound too negative or complaining.... But I feel like I have enough crafty love to make up for it lol I'm sure you can relate to that even as a noob
Would like to see you visit craft stores talking with other well known or up and coming people in the industry trends that are happening even how they make some of these materials we use I hope you keep making your YT videos and good on you for taking time to be honest with us 😊
Thank you for sharing your journey! I appreciate learning about your move from corporate into the creative industry. I give you a ton of credit for doing what many only dream of. Keep going, you’re doing awesome!
Ralph. opening your heart to us shows how real you are. It has been a joy to watch you. You never put on.i will continue to watch and learn from you. You're an amazing man and it will be fun to see what else you dabble in. Just do you. You're a very creative, down to earth guy. Thank you for being you and inspiring me❤️
I'm a newbie follower from IG. But I just wanted to say I'm proud of you for addressing your person needs to grow and learn. I love watching your videos. You are so precise and artistic. Your technique blows me away each video. The seagull one blew me away with the layers of colour and the way you did the wave ripples and foam. It's incredible to watch. So keep doing you boo! We are here to learn and admire! ❤
Great to see you here on TH-cam, Ralph! You're exceptionally talented - there is always space for you in the craft community, however and wherever you choose to show up! I look forward to continuing to follow your journey!
Subscribed! I can't wait to see what's to come. I love watching you create.
I actually really like these chatting videos. I tend to put TH-cam on while I’m doing another task, and the “rambling,” as you call it, is like someone keeping me company and talking about stuff I’m interested in. I first started watching via TikTok, but I’m excited to see where you take this channel! Whatever new things you try will be fun to watch!
Glad you are staying here! I don’t have TT or IG and don’t need them, so it is here that I will hanging with you and your craft journey! 😊
Welcome back! Fun is always the operative word. You'll find that a lot of YT crafty viewers have played in many different sandboxes, so whatever craft you tackle here you'll find an audience that can offer tips, tricks and lots and lots of encouragement.
I'm so glad you're coming back! I think I've watched all your TH-cam videos except one on the Cricut machine. And whatever you do, I hope you'll continue designing stamps! I think I purchased every product in your first release, which is not something I've ever done before!
Oh my goodness thank you so much for the support! So glad you found the release useful. Stay tuned for more 👀
Sometimes you just need to hit the “refresh” button and continue your journey. I am here for the long haul, no matter the format or platform your videos are posted to. Keep creating!!!
Your honesty and self-reflection are refreshing! Your Hero Arts Composition Notebook collaboration is one of my favorite and most used purchases this year. I look forward to watching your creative journey unfold!
I’m glad to see you back on TH-cam! I have missed your videos.
Good to see you back! A few videos I tend to watch is craft room tours/organization (though you being a fairly new crafter, haven’t had enough time to amass the stash of a lifetime creator 🤪), haul & technique videos. Either way your unique style will bring fresh content to YT. Looking forward to seeing you on Hanging with Hero!
Your ASMR card making forum is the first that I had seen. And I have to say I love it! I love tutorials too, but people are making them longer than 20 to 30 minutes and that is just too long for me. But I get why sometimes they have to be that long. But your ASMR video's knock it out the park for me. I've been making cards since the 90's and that is probably why. Thanks for being you, I respect content creators, but not all are for me. I love how transparent you are being with your viewers as well. Yep, if it ain't broke....don't fix it! Well done!
Hi Ralph, great to see you back. You do only what you’re comfortable with. If it gets too demanding, that takes the fun out of your talents, and you my friend are talented! Crafting is supposed to be great fun in creativity! 😊❤️🇨🇦
Hi Ralph,
So glad you are going to do more on TH-cam. TH-cam is my main social hotspot. LOVE watching you create…whatever you may be doing. ❤❤❤❤❤
Yay! You have been missed Ralph, welcome back! I really enjoyed watching your videos. So I am ready for whatever crafting you share.
So great to see you again, Ralph. Bravo to you for stepping back to re-evaluate your direction. I've been subscribed for a long time, and look forward to all of your future videos here on TH-cam. You got this!
We have missed you on TH-cam! Glad to see you back!
Hi Ralph! 👋🏻 New Subscriber here!! You popped up on my recommended feed today and I’m so happy that you did. I appreciate your honesty and being so forthright. I’m mom to 4 sons and have 2 grandsons. So you’d fit right in. There is absolutely nothing wrong with wanting to broaden your horizons. I’m a distracted crafter. Meaning I will stick with one or two crafts for a while before jumping into something else, but I will eventually come back around. I’m just beginning junk journals and card making. I’ve done other paper crafting, diamond painting, sewing in general, quilting, cross stitch (my eyes are too old for that now). I’m looking forward to your new content. In the meantime, I will go back and watch your other videos. Terri in SC
Looking forward to more of your YT content! It’s nice to have different options of platforms and types of content you can create. Listen to your heart and gut and make stuff that makes you happy too ❤
Do what makes you happy-we will follow along!
Change is good.... change is growth! Looking forward to ALL your videos, no matter the content, but excited to see what you're going to add to your arsenal, aside from your wonderful cardmaking!
I DO SEE U RALPH! Y've got me as fan here in YT and here is where I feel unboxed and unlabelled! I love this Community as much as the paper crafters. Tks for your warm transparency! See'ya!
Love it, yt is where it's at, while for sure I do love your asmr shorts, happy to have found you that way, but I immediately was thrilled to see a few youtube videos already up, these are how I spent actual time in your art world and knew I wanted to stay!
I was thinking about you the other day when I saw someone mimicking your style. Thanks for the update. No more wondering. Best of luck on your venture. I'll be tagging along. Enjoy your journey!❤
I would love to see you more on TH-cam. It would be great to see you creating live. Thank you for sharing your journey and your fun and fresh approach to card making.
Which brings me to my next point. I'm excited to take the journey with you on these upcoming playful exploration videos where you figure out where your next joy crafting is. But I also want to get to know you as you spoke about in this video being something that's lacking. So when you're shopping for craft supplies, go by the candy aisle and tell us your favorite candy. Or as you're cutting up card elements on a make video, tell us a funny story about your family or if you have any love interests. In crafting there's lots of downtime just to chat especially when you do live creation videos that are not in TikTok fast form. That can be your avenue for your audience to really know you and build the connection I think you might be seeking. You do have a gift with those cards though and obviously video editing. And watching the sounds of the chopping has proved to be therapeutic for me. So I do make it to insta every now and then lol
Yay!!! YT is my favorite so I’m super excited to see more of you here! Looking forward to all your ideas and future content! 🤗
As a person who doesn't use a lot of ig and tiki tok, I appreciate you doing more you tube
Hi, Ralph! I have missed seeing you! I loved all of your cardmaking videos. I am so looking forward to experiencing what you have in store! Know that you are in a really great place with alot of really great people and your future can't help but be bright! I will be finding you on Instagram and watching for what comes next on TH-cam!
I first saw you here on YT, and it was your video about quitting your job. I subscribed straight away, then started following you on IG. Months later I also had burnout and decided to leave my job. 😊 I love your work. ❤
Yes to: spread the word to have fun, to more playing, and to try out different other crafts. You will have so much fun, and taking us on your journey and inspire some along the way. Thanks for sharing👍
Ralph, I always watch you where ever I find you. I enjoy the way you craft and you are very inspiring. Good Luck you will do fantastic and I’m going on the ride with you. See you on the next video my friend.
I love you tube, the longer videos and tutorials and seeing your face. I appreciate the human side!! Love your content.
We appreciaye your honesty. Do what makes you happy. Dive into the ceative arts more. Any kind of crafting is my kind of crafting- embroidery, watercolor, crochet, felting ,sewing! Ive dabled in most of it! We'll be her to watch your jouney!
I think it's amazing that you got so much positive feedback after being a relatively new cardmaker! But I have imposter syndrome as well (not for cardmaking, because I'm not really known, but in my career!), so I totally get that feeling! And I appreciate your honesty about constantly having to create when you didn't exactly feel like it. Seems like a TON of pressure! I'm glad you took a step back to figure out what's going to make YOU happy. And you're talented enough that we're all certain to still enjoy it. 🙂
I was wondering where the heck you were. I might check out the other platforms you mentioned. Ty for your honesty and I'm looking forward to your next video 😊
Ralph, I respect and admire you for your decisions to do what works for you and makes you happy. I, for one, am happy that you will be doing more on TH-cam. I look forward to going on this journey with you.
Hey you!! Good to see you!! Love you, love your plan! Be true to you and your true followers will always find you!❤
I just found you a few months ago on YT, luv your style of card making and the fact you are not limited to specific company products. Keep up the good work! I will be waiting for your next videos.
Life is too short - do what's best for you! I enjoyed seeing you on Hanging with Hero.
I love that you want to connect. That is a great thing. I mostly watch TH-cam but occasionally get on Instagram. I always laugh when I tell people about my TH-cam friends. Although we've never met I have some great connections.
Hi Ralph! Nice to see your face again! I think it can be hard balancing things when your work is also your pleasure. Kudos to you for your self care, and for sharing that with your viewers. I like your style, and hope you find this fulfilling enough to continue making content for a long time. ❤
Thank you Michele!
Hey Ralph- be true go yourself. I enjoy watching all of your social media. Please keep it coming and do what is best for you.
I've enjoyed your cardmaking from the very beginning! I'm sure I will enjoy your TH-cam programming also. Do whatever gives you joy and I know that will come through to your audience!!! ❤
So glad you did this video, Ralph. I’ve loved following you on Instagram and have been inspired from your posts there to broaden my card making skills. I totally understand how you’d begin to feel burnt out and will happily continue to follow you there and here!! Best of luck to you. I hope this new chapter is fulfilling for you.
Thanks so much!
Thank you for sharing your thoughts. I think your card making videos are the best!! I look forward to seeing what you come up with in the future.
Thanks Ralph! As a crafter/creator, I know the overwhelming feeling and it's nice when TH-camrs show us a little behind the scenes of what they are going through and just how tough it can be sometimes. We appreciate your videos and look forward to you trying all sorts of new crafts!
I like journaling as well as card making, seemed like a natural progression for me. Looking forward to seeing what you discover new ways to explore crafting
I absolutely love watching your videos and I think it's amazing that you're following your passions. Do whatever your heart desires and you'll go far!
Yay, Ralph! Love your videos and will watch for sure! And remember, change is often hard at first, but it will get better!
Artists appreciate artists. You do what brings you joy. We are along for the ride. Mix it up, mash it up, turn it all around. Explore! I’m in.
2024 seems to be the year for creators easing back and changing direction on their channels. I look forward to seeing where you take your channel from this point forward.
Glad to hear your news. Do anything and we will watch.
I am so glad you are not quitting being with us. I relate to you more than others - be creative do you - feel free to jump around with different content - but please don’t leave us. ❤
I am grabbing onto your coattails and I am along for the ride.. I tuned into you a while back because you are REAL. And that's exactly why I will continue to check in with your TH-cam channel. Cheers to you Ralph
RALPH!!! I used to follow you on facebook primarily (I think I was one of the first back in '22!) and had noticed your content slowing down. I decided to follow you here and was scared to watch this video thinking you'd be stepping back...I'm SO glad you're not!! I love your longform and shortform content! Like you, I was a big youtube watcher back in the day, and remember all the stars and everything from the '00s-'10s. I never really enjoyed movies or TV like other kids did, and ended up really getting sucked into vlogging content. I'm so glad you're a youtuber too!! So, so excited for the future of this channel.
Keeping it real. Thank you. Keep following your passions. Love watching you create.
I don’t know you, I just found you and I respect you for making this video. Thank you! I’m now a subscriber and looking forward to following your journey.
I originally found you on TT and instantly fell in love with your content. I am excited to see where this channel goes and look forward to more creative content from you. You inspire me all the time and cannot wait to see what your future holds. You are so creative.
Ralph I’m glad to see you back. Don’t stress over us. We will be here when you show up. We love your work. Looking forward to whatever you bring to the table because I’m sure it will be fabulous.❤
Alph we love your work! I am really happy to hear that you are going to do more YT. But that’s just me. You do you! I’ll be here and sharing the journey. Sending hugs from Adelaide South Australia 🇦🇺 ❤
It was a great video Ralph. Thank you for just being you. This is going to be a fun journey that we will going on with you❤️ GOD bless you my dear
Hi Ralph. Yayyyyy 🎉🎉🎉. Good to hear that you will be posting more on this platform. I have enjoyed your posts and I’ve missed them. I really like your style and you help me look differently at card design/making
Thank you!!
Can only sat, you have been missed, looking forward to see where you will take this channel to, hope I will have more inspiration on crafting, learning what to shop for more crafting and more ideas.
You are inspiring keep it up 😊
I think it will be great getting to see you here on TH-cam. I love really getting to know someone on a more personal level along their videos. In the long run you do you Ralph that's who you have to live with. We want you to be happy ❤❤❤❤
Thanks for being here!
As someone who doesn’t have TikTok or instagram would it be possible for you to maybe re-post some of that content in shorts here on TH-cam too?
Also looking forward to more different types of craft videos from you 😊
I will try here and there! TH-cam has a 1 minute cap on Shorts and all my tiktok/instagram reels are typically 2-3 minutes so it's difficult to repurpose here. I'll see what I can do though!
Because of you (such a brilliant designer/artist), I went out and bought everything that I needed to get started making cards (I used your list). But, I need a starter series to follow or an onsite craft class. I’m so excited about you being on TH-cam more! Hopefully my 60 year old self can learn what I need to know now! I just want to make beautiful and fun cards for my family and friends! 😊
Bravo to you for sharing your passion for creating! I think it takes some courage to share on whichever platform(s) you choose to!
I love the longer videos too😊, I’m also a fan of your asmr reels on IG 🤗
The creative community is one of the best, and while I understand Imposter Syndrome I just have to say Ralph, that the evidence that you truly aren’t is in how many people truly love your content!!
I love all things paper crafting, especially mixed media, crocheting, and dabbling in water colours, my curiosity is my muse!!! ✨🤗✨
Been watching you since almost the beginning, love everything you do, and am excited for more TH-cam videos! If you’re exploring more crafty things I would love to see your take on scrapbooking.
Hello my fellow Austin-ite! I'm glad to see you are going to try TH-cam more. I do not have TikTok and while I have FB and Instagram, I am not a huge fan of those 2 platforms. I love your transparency and I love the cards you make. Can't see what you bring to your channel!
I'm happy to see you again. I will continue to follow you no matter what craft you're doing. I love your creativity, and I look forward to any new or old craft you do a video on.
I am so glad you decided to create on TH-cam. That’s what drew me to Cathy Zeilski her content is very unique just like yours! Love her style, love your style. You are incredibly talented and from one “imposter syndromer” to another, I can 1000% attest that you are the real deal, kiddo! I have been crafting for decades, and you are one of the best. Take care of yourself, we will be here ❤
😅 Hooray 🎉❤😊. I’m excited to join you in your journey. You are such an inspiration- on TT, IG, and YT.
In case you didn’t already know- many of us aspire to be (like) you Ralph! You’re living our dream. 💛💛💛 Says the girl that use to *buy & stock* HA and ANM Rubber Stamps (wood mounted of course) for a chain retail store back before your time. ❤😂❤
Positive vibes!
Welcome to authenticity, a valued human aspect. One video ago I subscribed and now I am fully intrigued. Go forward. Your journey is exciting.
YAY! Welcome back! Eager to grow and learn with you using various media!
Hi Ralph! TH-cam is a fabulous place to build community, so if that’s what you’re looking for you’ve made a good decision! Your demographic is probably different to mine, but having a TH-cam channel alongside a Facebook group has worked well for me - I’ve made a fantastic bunch of crafty friends whom I love making videos for. You know what they say: if you love what you do, you’ll never have to work a day in your life. :)