Everyone - Please help this lovely, creative couple. They are so deserving. Recommend them to your friends and family or send one of their shorts or videos to people to be introduced to this wonderful channel. My best to you two. Your videos are a delight! Have a lovely day. Blessings - Judith 🎭🎤
I hope you can find a way to keep going, but as others have said, I will understand if you have to make the hard decision to "close up shop". I'll do whatever I can do ! ~ Heather~
I have a feeling that there will be a resurgence in the search for peace and your brand of sweet fantasy in the next few years. I hope you can hold on. I appreciate your channel.
Given the ambient harshness ahead, I believe Cottage Core and storybook life as an esthetic will continue to be relevant as à refuge for many. Hang in there.
You guys are very much relevant. Don't question yourselves.... you aren't doing anything wrong whatsoever. I think we need to share your channel as much as we can as your subscribers. ❤
I really don’t think cottage core is disappearing. You are so loved by your subscribers, your relationship is beautiful, i love your travels, your home, your artistic endeavors, your thrifting and decor!
We are still here 🌸 as authentic beings that are not relying on the algorithms. We are magnetic by nature and drawing the matching energies to us. I always trust.
I think this year your channel will be more relevant than ever. With everything going on People are looking for comfort. We would be more that happy with Lindsey sitting in a comfey spot telling us about the latest cosy book she's been reading or tv/movie she has come across or a baking lesson with Jonas or a day in the life of an artist. More window shopping antique or thrifting, no need to buy. Lindsey has such an eye for vintage linnens and books I know we would all be super interested if she ever tried re-selling on Etsy or Ko-fi. We are all so done with over consuming and hustle culture, I honestly feel like this will be a huge year for you with ways you can supplement your income while carving out more rest time. 🌟
Lindsay, I am so sorry about how the fires have impacted your home state ❤️ It’s been so heartbreaking seeing everyone affected. It feels like such a heavy time right now. I’m so sorry that the past year has been difficult on TH-cam, too. You are both so incredibly talented and creative, and your genuine, kind energy shines through in your beautiful videos. You truly deserve so much more recognition and compensation for the amount of work you do, and I hope that 2025 will be a better year. I related so much to what you said about the work that goes into TH-cam (my fiancé Alex and I work together on our videos)-I don’t think anyone can really understand the unbelievable amount of work that goes into it unless they’re creators themselves! The videos you make feel timeless, and I think the beautiful art you create is greater than any trend and there will always be a growing audience for it. I hope this year has so many good things in store for you both ❤️
Lindsey, always remember to "look for the helpers" as Mr. Roger's mother told him. People are coming together to help one another in California and elsewhere.
Ive been a silent follower for some years now and i apologize for not making myself known. I really enjoy your content, the way you both transport me into a different world through your videos, you have ways of capturing magic in ordinary daily things ✨️. You guys ARE RELEVANT - please never doubt that! I will share, comment, and like all precious videos. I really will try to help you guys out with what ever i can. Please don't go away! Continue making videos!! Sometimes i feel the wrong influencers are the ones selected to be successful. There are MANY big name channels on this platform that do not deserve the following, the money, nor the time a day. I truly hope your guys' luck turns around and 2025 marks the beginning to a charming year 💖. All the best from Ventura California, Vanessa
Thank you for your support! It means a lot to us! :) We appreciate that you took the time to write us. Your words have touched our hearts! May your 2025 be happy and bright all the way through!
For someone who is not a social media content creator, this was such an interesting video. I love your videos and they take me back to the warm feelings of childhood. I also love how you interact with one another so lovingly and come across so authentically. I wish you the best this coming year and hope you find peace and balance in continuing to create such a lovely escape from our complicated world. 🥰
@ I really enjoy nighttime relaxation videos and I think you guys would be sooo comforting with those videos. Plus maybe it will be fun for you too. I know it’s still work but maybe a chance to force yourself to relax a bit 😊. Thank you for your channel and the response I pray that more people will come see the fun things you guys do
Please continue your channel. I love it. 😢it brings such peace and joy in a fast chaotic world! Love you. I have scoliosis. I do pilates with jessica valiant on TH-cam. It helps my back pain
Thank you for encouraging us! It is nice to hear it brings you peace and joy! Wishing you the best of 2025. Hope you experience less back pain this year.
Thanks so much for sharing and showing your vulnerability…. I would be very sad if you are unable to continue your channel, as your videos bring me so much joy and I always look forward to another slice of cosy comfort! You are both immensely talented and I really admire all the creativity you put into your channel! Hang in there and don’t give up!!
Sadly, those who have not done any content creation have no idea how much of your heart and soul go into your project. Also, sadly, the internet gives people a feeling of anonymity and allows them to feel empowered to comment with no regards to the creator’s feelings. We need a return to kindness and empathy. You two do a lovely job of putting inspiration and positivity into the world and deserve nothing but the same in return! ❤❤❤❤
Your channel is exactly what the world needs! Hope that this contemplation period turns into a positive path with limited struggles, filled with exciting endeavors. You both have such lovely voices & creativity. I can see Jonas calmly taking us on a baking journey or Lindsey reading her children’s stories to her nieces & nephews or letting us join in a proper tea party with you. It’s all a delightful, therapeutic escape. All the best and remember, whatever the mind expects, it finds.
As a youtuber, myself just blocked the Comment section. ignore people and live your life. The community backed you up and we still love you. 1950 housewife vintage cottage, core Grandmacore 🎉🎉🎉🎉we all like you.
Hi, I hope I'm not too late for you both to see this. Your videos are always beautiful, and don't change if you don't want to. I think more hang out videos could be beneficial. People like feeling like you're their friend. Perhaps some diy videos like the beautiful swag you showed in the beginning of the video. Some in depth cooking/baking videos? Sometimes people just want to be taken along for thrifting as well. Please, never leave TH-cam. You both bring so much joy and serenity to our lives
Thank you for the suggestion and for your encouraging words! It mean a lot to us to hear you enjoy our videos! Thank you so much! Hope you have a great 2025 so far. Let us hope for the very best!
These are great ideas. I would love to see more baking/cooking and hanging out videos. Also, more travel videos like Lindsey suggested. The travel videos are so much fun.
I'm in Australia so I sometimes watch your videos out of season for you guys. I'm starting to dream of autumn content as we're here in the middle of our hot Aussie summer. I hope you'll hang in there! We need to celebrate the magic in the slow life.
Thank you for taking the time to watch our videos! It feels so nice knowing we have a Australia representative among our viewers! :) Hope you have a great day!
Lindsey and Jonas...I have been following your channel since the beginning and you are my favorite content creators on TH-cam. I hope that you will be able to continue but I know you have to do what's right for you. I will always be here watching though if you keep the channel going. Lindsey, please don't apologize for that Christmas video. It was delightful to watch. You and Jonas are both very talented at what you do. I have to tell you that my husband works for a printing company in Jacksonville, Florida. A few weeks ago he brought home a Sleepy Hollow themed calendar that his company worked on. He thought I would enjoy seeing the pictures in it. To my surprise the front of the calendar was a picture of the headless horseman pumpkin that Jonas carved along with his name. I showed it to my husband and told him how I watched you both on TH-cam and there was Jonas's pumpkin on this calendar he brought home! 😊 I'm glad you are all safe from the fires. Take care!
Thank you! We so appreciate your support. We feel so encourage to read your comment. We will do our best to continue as it gives us so much joy building such lovely community. So fun to hear about your husband and the calendar he brought home. I acctually saw a picture of it earlier, but haven't seen it in person yet. Someone told me they had saved one copy for us. I was so surprised. They really did a good job printing it! :) We wish you and your husband the very best for 2025
I discovered your program and channel during a very challenging time in my life early this fall. I lost my sister from her battle with cancer for the past 7 years. Your channel Charming Life helped me to learn just how precious life is and how important it is to cherish each and every minute and how to cope with anxiety of mortality. You phenomenal research, history, art, music, travel, gardening, love of nature truly resonated with me. I smiled as Lindsey would decorate the small cottage and add a freshly washed linen. I also collect vintage linens and hats. I found myself smiling again and my sister was a huge fan of the Headless Horseman. She would have loved the fine pumpkin carving. I began listing the different sponsors to order from and this Christmas purchased the lovely Christmas and winter postcards to send to family and friends. You both bring hope, light and inspiration and I wish you all of the best and thank you for being the light in my life!
Youve both inspired me with making my home cosy with pre loved trinkets and the likes. I hope you will prosper this year ,great work guys x much love from the uk xx
Hello Lindsay & Jonas! Thank you for sharing a heartfelt video with the community!! I found your channel a few years ago because I am an avid Halloween crafter and I didn’t even know what Cottage Core was but the algorithm sent you my way because of your Halloween content and I’m glad it did! Whereas I heartily (and cynically) agree than any algorithm is made to benefit someone other than the original creative creators, upon occasion it does find people like me one at a time. I think you as the creative owners of this channel need to stick to what your heart tells you is right! Be true to yourself and try not to let the thought of the “algorithm” control your decision making. Decide whether adopting the mantra of “Build it and they will come!” is what makes your heart sing. Remember that collaborations with other creatives is an awesome thing! In the crafting world, there is a small “movement” of “Creep On June” (Tracie Fox Creative) to combat those crazy Christmas in July crafters and, at first, it offended my sensibilities but then I saw the fun in playing in June with my favorite hobby - Halloween! Maybe, rather than publishing “labor-intensive” fall themed content in June or July try something “lighter” like some crafting vlogs at that time of year. Just something to think about. Wishing you well and much success! Keep up the great work! ⭐👍
Lindsay and Jonas first off I want to say that I am so happy to hear that your family and friends are safe. Our prayers are with them during this time. We are all here for you. Your content is magnificent. You bring us joy, comfort, and peaceful tranquility with each and every video. Both of you are so talented and full of creativity, we want you to continue to share that with us. I cannot express enough how much we love you and what you give us through your channel. Let us pray that 2025 will be an extraordinary year for you both ❤
Thank you so much for your kindness! We appreciate your supportive words. We are so glad that you find joy, comfort and peace through our videos. :) We appreciate the prayers and hope that things turns out great!
I just wanted to let you know that you definitely make a difference in my life. I think I discovered your channel sometime in the first year of the pandemic, when I was coping with the challenges of working from home, living by myself and generally not going out, and caring for a friend dying of cancer. Your beautiful, calming videos got me through the deaths of four pets and job challenges that I don't want to discuss here. You have inspired me to make my own home a more beautiful refuge and to adopt more slow living practices. I am so grateful for you both.
I personally anticipate each video. Watching your channel is like the feeling of a cozy book. It is my Hygge time that is so important for my mental health.
I'm rooting for you and I'll do my best to interact with every piece of content on TH-cam and of course on your social media platforms. I always let the ads play on your videos. I think a lot of people don't realize how important that is for a creator.
It‘s so strange because cottage core is totally my thing and somehow I have never been offered your videos (which is such a shame!!) I think TH-cam is so difficult. Often TH-cam doesn’t show me new things. I often get offered the same stuff for days, even though I already haven‘t clicked on it. I have to actively go into search or tap the „new to me“ button to get new things. I also don’t get shown things from folks I actively follow when they put out content. TH-cam needs to do better. I feel sad, I could have been watching you guys already for ages 🥲 I hope you both begin to grow again or find a path you are happy and at peace with! (Because you are so adorable and your videos are wonderful and quirky and relaxing.) Wishing you the best!
Thank you for taking the time to watch our video and for your comment! Ah TH-cam is a big jungle, wish it was easier to reach out to the audience that our videos are made for. We are happy that you are here now!
You are more relevant than you give yourself credit for! We need people like you to give respite to us during these mind boggling times. Never underestimate the good you do.
As far as the whole TH-cam thing goes, I've noticed for over a year or more I don't see your videos suggested (though I'm subscribed) in my feed anymore. I made sure to turn on the notifications for your videos just now and liked this video. We need to help you guys get back on top!
Children’s books are definitely a good idea especially with your illustration skills. Historical/Cottagecore travels and literary tours are also such great ideas! I love your book themed videos and your storytelling approach. The quality of your content is chef’s kiss!! ❤ I always go back to your spring/summer/autumn themed content for inspiration but now I’ll make it a point to play them as I’m cleaning. 🧹☺️
In this fast paced world we live in, it's so important that we keep these beautiful, slower ways of living alive and well, and that we support channels such as yours. I myself make videos that reflect a slower way of life as an artist, and it's been my dream for many years to one day be able to live off of my creative work full time (I also plan on writing children's books!) You've been an inspiration to me over the years. I hope that things will get better for you soon, you are both such lovely people who create beautiful things. It's honestly such important work and I know that there are many who share this sentiment. Wishing the best for you both. From one artist and creator to another, I hope that this year will see newfound growth and fruition! ❤
Your guys channel brings many people like me so much joy and inspiration. Thank you for all of your hard work over the years, I've been watching your channel for a long time! I moved into a smaller house in the country this year, and your guys channel inspired me to romanticize my small, quaint place and even give my cottage a cute name like you did with your cottage. Your guys creative slow living content is so special and SO needed in this obnoxiously fast paced world. I will do more to support your channel because I'd be so sad if you had to stop. Cheers to 2025 being a more prosperous year for you both!
I found your channel during the beginning of the pandemic and never left. I find your content charming and soothing; it’s like being in a dream where I can slow down and hope to live that way one day. I have also been longing to go to visit Sleepy Hollow and need to start planning and doing my homework on how to make that a reality. If I can do that for next fall, that would be so special. As far as AI, I can’t stand it and I’ve even unsubscribed from a couple of TH-cam vintage music channels. I also prefer the real vintage scenes, images over AI manufactured ones. Stay strong, healthy and no matter what road you choose or need to take, never lose your creativity!!
I really hope you can figure out a way to continue your amazing videos. You do need to take care of yourselves though so you can keep going. Real is better than AI in my opinion. Making story books would be amazing. I can totally see you guys nailing that. You are in my thoughts and hopes that things work out for you. 💕💕💕
I've been following you since the beginning and I've never seen you make a bad video. I love them all! I hope you stay. I'd really miss you. I'll always watch everything you make as long as you continue. I hope you both have a great 2025!
Thank you! It mean a lot to hear. We appreciate you being with us since the beginning! :) We hope things start to look brighter for our channel! Fingers crossed!
It sounds like it helps when we watch the older videos so lets all re watch them all again! Today, was a nice to see the list of videos......i missed some so cant wait to watch those. Please be vulnerable.. .it helps us know what you need!! 😊
I literally just found you guys leading up to the 2024 holiday season, and I have to say that I love your videos so much! I would hate to see you having to give up your channel, so I'm sitting here trying to think of ideas for you lol. I know, who am I to come up with content ideas? I have noticed that anti consumerism content is having a moment right now, and I myself seek it out because I'm tired of everything being about consumerism. I'm sick of the Amazon-ification of life. Anyway, I feel like that type of content seems adjacent to your current content and lifestyle in a way, and maybe you could lean into that a little. From thrifting to making things by hand or even old-fashioned money saving hacks. Like how people lived before capitalism touched every aspect of our lives. Anyway, just a thought. I'll continue watching your content regardless 😊
LOVE YOU GUYS SO MUCH!! Discovered your channel during COVID and have watched every video & short since then. You’re my go to COZY couple on TH-cam .. and honestly I always wondered why you haven’t had your 100K Subscribers/ Silver TH-cam plaque yet!!. But YT is a journey and you might be so close to reaching your dream so please don’t give up on this wonderful vision. Have feeling that 2025 might be YOUR YEAR ♥️♥️
I'm so sorry to hear that you are struggling with your channel. I just became monetised in November and am trying to not let it drive all my descision making. It's so incredibly challenging to be a creative in 2025 with everything that's happening in the world. While it's good to pivot and adapt, don't loose sight of what gives you joy. I think cottage core will reinvent itself under a new name as throughout history people have rebelled against the trappings and fast paced changes to society by embracing vintage aesthetics and older traditions. We just need to figure out what the new name is!
Thank you for your encouraging words! I think you might be right that the concept of Cottagecore will move on, and as you said under a new name! Let us invent a new name right away ;)
I have been hearing from many of my channels that this year was a decline for them too. I think there are many factors you have no control over.. your content is phenomenal imho. I just found you this year and subscribed right away. I wish you the best but please don’t burn yourselves out or let it hurt your health. Love to you both. 🧡🖤🧡
Thank you for your supportive words! It means a lot. Thank you for subscribing to us, we are so happy to have you among our midst of genuine and lovely people!
And p.s. I am going to do a little shout out in an upcoming episode. I plan to do one about cosy fantasy books soon, so I think it would be perfect to say something along the lines of 'if you're looking for more cosy fantasy inspiration, have you discovered 'It's A Charming Life' yet? Just like me, you'll find Jonas and Lindsay are living in their very own cosy fantasy novel and their episodes such a treat!' And then I will link you - hope that helps a little xx
I've watched your channel for a few years now, and I just love the content you put out. I wish you the best, and I hope your channel has many more years on TH-cam for all of us to enjoy.
I do love the more authentic channels like yours. I really dislike how we rush through the season and holidays. Everything happens faster and faster. Everyone calls it slow, living, or intentional. I am almost 50. My friends called it boring when I was grown up. I have always enjoyed the more thoughtful moments in life. Be in the moment. So, while I understand you have to do what you need to survive, I am sorry that you are pushed to have too. Your work is amazing!
I love your channel. Please don’t let go of it. Some of the things you mentioned about sounds good. I think travel is good. How about creating paper crafts related to cottage-core. The children’s book sounds good and illustrations. How about filming nature.
I'm so sorry to hear that your channel is struggling. I've enjoyed your content so much. I'm hoping the algorithm finds you guys and your video views start exploding. I love your authenticity. Please keep up the hard work and don't give up just yet. Wishing you guys the very best!
I do hope you stick around, but please be as gentle to yourselves as you would be with your audience. That’s one of my favorite parts about watching you, your gentleness. Hugs and love ♥️🤗!
Your videos are amazing. One of my favorite channels. One suggestion I could make to help with the algorithm is occasionally make shorter videos. Not because we don't enjoy the longer ones; we do! But often, people have small amounts of time to quickly watch a video. Maybe this way, they will have enough time to make it all the way through the video and effect the algorithm. Keep up the awesome work. It is appreciated and we enjoy it.
I love all your videos and it always shows that you have worked your tails off and made the most supreme content. You two are relevant and there's no such thing as being too authentic! Isn't there a saying that the time you want to quit is the time that there's a break through. I loved our chat to know what's going on behind the scenes. Take time for yourselves, its ok to have "me" time. Don't give up, situations can change in an instant for the better. Try not to over think, just do what feels right. Your videos are full of love, fun, amazing stories and scenery. What more could anybody want? Be well and get better. Sending Love❤
It is good to be realistic. TH-cam can be a fickle place, and it is best to always have a plan B to fall back on. Hope things get better for your family.
Follow your hearts....it will never fail you. You will know what to do with your channel....I loved your CT Christmas Trail. It was fun to see my state through your eyes. I also grew up and live not far from Wethersfield. ❤
Thank you kindly! It is a great suggestion to follow the heart. The compass inside of us! :) Appreciate your kindness towards our CT video, it was fun to see all the beautiful small towns that we love there. Wethersfield is such a beautiful town.
Thanks so much for sharing. I found your videos this year in the midst of a lot of anxiety over personal things going on as well as the fear and anxiety over things happening in the world, like what we were seeing in the news about Palestine. I was so grateful because many of my favourite cozy vlogs had disappeared during the pandemic, and your channel was a very welcome return to that kind of warm, comforting content that makes me feel more human again. It seems that you're both ambitious creatives and your videos are essentially short films -- I can be happy just watching a 20-minute vlog about someone's grocery shopping and day out, while you're creating a very beautiful and carefully crafted vision, which takes far more work. I hope you both find a happy place to settle on with your creative projects. And on the subject of health, I've found that osteopathy has been very helpful for my chronic pain. Particularly, finding an osteopath that studied for years in a French school and has many good revies on Google! Much like any health professional, it takes a bit of initial looking into, but the results are quite amazing even though it seems like they're not doing anything haha! 😂 It's very light touch therapy and seemi gly nothing happens in the session, but suddenly you can bend qnd move again. Definitely trust the process because it takes a couple of days to notice a change. Good luck to you both and just know that your vision and hard work is very much appreciated. ❤
Thank you for your encouragement! So nice to hear you enjoy our channel, and are still here. It means a lot! Hopeful to hear about Osteopath, we will look into that, Thank you for mentioning it! May your beginning of this new year be happy and bright !
I am an elementary school teacher in Virginia and your channel has provided a calm respite during the school year when I’ve given a lot of myself to my students and I need something just for me. Thank you both for all the hard work that you put into everything that you do. It means a whole lot and whenever I see a new video added, I know it’s going to be a unique and calming experience. Much love to you and your family in CA. ❤️
Thank you! We are so happy to hear that we have provided you calmness during the school year! You are doing a great job! :) Hope your year is great so far
Have you considered doing some live videos? No editing required, and you still get the clicks/views for playbacks later? Just the two of you chatting in your garden or sitting out in the woods having a picnic LIVE and answering questions.
Dear friends, I am and live in Mexico City. I’ve been watching your videos since you started during the lockdown and since then you’ve been and escape to so many things going on around our world. You have been such a blessing to so many people around the world, creating a fairy tale life, so beautiful!!! We all create our world the way we want to, and yours is beautiful!!! I would love to keep watching your daily life just the way you have been doing it. You are an inspiration!!!! God bless you
Thank you! Your words mean a lot to us to read! We feel encouraged to see that our videos have been inspiring to you! We are thankful that you took the time to share that with us! God bless you and your loved ones!
Charming cottage core never goes out of fashion! Good honest truly creative people as you are is very special. I thank you for all these years and hope to continue to see you in the years to come. Much love
Being an aunt is fun. I don't see my niece and nephew too often but when I do, it is really great. Congratulations on 10 years as a pumpkin artist. That is really cool and a long time to have dedication to an art. Woodcarving would be awesome. I am glad that making your videos is so much fun to work together doing fantasy-type based things through a childlike imagination. Stop motion would be really fun to see in your videos! It must be a blessing to be able to work from home and being in charge of what you do and how you live, but if it wears you down, that is not good either. It really has become more expensive. I had to work for a year and a nine months after fourteen years as a stay-at-home/homeschooling mom. I have been back to being a stay-at-home mom for nineteen months as I had another baby, and it feels more like what I love doing. Sometimes you need to take a temporary job to help out though. It is always weird to work so hard and not see numbers working in your favor for those videos. I am sorry that you have had some negative feedback on some things you have put out (or on any, as all your content is so much fun). I always watch the whole video (and write my comment as I watch). I'm sorry to hear about Lindsay's back pain issues. I understand living small. 500 is definitely small with two people (but I love that). We are a family of five living in a 734 sq. foot apartment (on the second floor of a house) and I have a very tiny kitchen. It is not easy, but we do our best. Wow. Those mice need to make their homes elsewhere. That's hard. My parents get a lot of mice too. We've never had them here, but we did have a bat situation once. How cute that your last minute costumes were so loved by people around you. How sweet. I'm always fond of travel videos. I love seeing baking! Do more sweet fika videos of course. I would love to see children's books and would read them to my children. My oldest is about to turn 18 and I still read to my whole family during dinner! I loved this video and being able to hear more from you. You are a sweet couple. Thank you for opening up. It was cozy.
Thanks for taking the time to write! :) Your comments are always a delight! Wow 734 sq foot for five is impressive. It is an art form in itself to make small space work so since we are aware of it we are always impressed of other people that live small. About the mice, my policy is that if they have cute outfits they can stay. But so far that have not happened ;) Thank you so much for being encouraging! Wishing you and your loved ones a wonderful and happy new year!
Videos on the mice moving in would be funny and then tips on how you cleared them out!!! Maybe be more authentic and add the struggles, like the zipper breaking, to your videos. You are a lovely couple and I hope you carry on the channel.
Sending you both hugs and so much love! Your authenticity and realness are what this world needs right now. I always look forward to cozying up with a hot mug of something and being transported to a magical place with you both. 💓Bonnie
Trends come and go but style is forever. ♥️✨ As long as you guys are being true to who you are and the things you believe in and want to share then you will attract the right kind of audience. I know it can feel disheartening to see the changes especially in the fast paced online world but you guys being so much well needed magic and whimsy to your community. I think I speak for everyone when I say that we truly appreciate all the effort you both put in to create beautiful videos for us. Some ideas for 2025: - Day in the life vlogs (you could show us what living in your cottage is really like in different seasons) - DIY for seasons ( winter bird feeder making, spring wreath making, summer kite making, fall pennant banner making) things that are environmentally friendly but also actually achievable for your friends who watch - homemade bucket list/ vision board making for the seasons - crafting crafting crafting - the themed tea parties sounds so cute! - Lindsey a glamorous look at how you do your hair and makeup and it could have retro sleepover vibes - cleaning and tidying videos to prepare for a new season - ambience videos ( 1-3 hours long for differnt times of year with all your beautiful b roll) - Jonas could give a 24 min sketch/watercolor tutorial en plain air and you guys could have all the supplies needed listed in the description - taking us for walks around the sleepy hollow country side of on your adventures around the world - baking season treats - thrifting/thrift hauls and styling them We watch you guys BECAUSE you are who you are. Keep doing what you are doing because authenticity cannot be bought - we love your style! Good luck in 2025, we are rooting for you! ✨🤞♥️🫂
Thank you for your kindness and support! We appreciate you taking the time to share some great ideas! We are very thankful for you! Hope your new year is great so far
I haven’t seen you both in a long time. For some reason you just weren’t showing up in my feed, but I did think about you last week and now here you are. I hope everything goes well for you and that the channel continues ….you fill a very unique spot and your passion and talent is unmatched in anything that I see….Wishing you a beautiful 2025. Keep sharing your light….it is so needed.❤❤❤❤❤
Thank you for such an authentic look at how your channel runs. I want you to know that I do not live a cottage core lifestyle but I love the aesthetic. I watch to be inspired and as a form of escape. I am subscribed to your channel, but I didn't notice until now that the algorithm has not suggested your videos to me nearly as often in the past year. I didn't even know you had switched up your storytelling style. I would have loved this content. Also, you are right- unfortunately, early seasonal content is king. I don't love that this is the way it is, but I hope you don't give up and find a way to be successful. Thanks for all the fun!
Thank you for your support! We appreciate it! :) So glad you have noticed the missing videos. It is a jungle out there in the TH-cam algoritm world! We hope you have a great new year so far!
@@itsacharminglife You're so welcome. I hope somehow things come together for Cottagecore Channel to survive. Your content is comforting, inspiring and touching. Blessings for you both.
My friends I know this must have been a difficult video to make for so many reasons. The wildfires are heartbreaking(I used to live in La Mesa and have a dear friend still in the area who has experiences the fires first hand in the past so has been a very anxious time for her)! Having health issues are super challenging too, I can relate. I think the thing that touched my heart so much was how you have given so much time and energy through your videos that promote the slow living the world is craving, to the point that you two are not able to enjoy the slow living lifestyle in your lives. That hurts my heart. I’ve been with you guys for five years and the community you have built (as well as Jonas’ art and recipes) have added so much to my life. I pray that you’ll be able to continue creating but mostly that you find the balance you both need and deserve!!!❤ Hugs to you both(& Tibby).
I hardy ever comment, but today I feel like I need to tell you how much I appreciate you two and your channel. I can only imagine how much time, energy, and heart goes into each and every stunningly beautiful video. Thank you so much for helping me to slow down and to savor the beauty in life. I seem to need regular reminding and you sweet souls do that for me. Your videos are so important for our collective sanity right now, and they remind us that to live a charming life is surely possible. I hope this year brings you continued joy and much prosperity. I will continue to watch every episode, I'll recommend you to my friends and family, and I will hold you in my prayers and in my heart. I am truly grateful for you and your exquisite videos.
Prayers for Californians. If your dreams began there, don't let them end there....the world needs dreamers. I tend to be a natural optimist who often has to check the realities of the world and embrace change. It isn't always easy (particularly if you are also stubborn ☺️), but it becomes easier. For a youtube channel to grow, the creator needs to post regularly and often for it to thrive as a ft job $$....almost like one would approach a ft job/schedule. Your content is beautifully created with so many lovely details. You are both deserving of all good things and I am optimistic that together you will create beautiful dreams here, there, everywhere 💞
Thank you so much for sharing your magic with us! I always look forward to your videos. As a fellow seasonal creator who has been on TH-cam for many years, I know the struggle. I don’t tend to get anywhere near as many views as you guys, and I never get sponsored. But what’s helped keep me afloat is making content for my loyal returning viewers instead of the algorithm, and offering value outside of TH-cam that significantly supplements my income. To be honest, it wasn’t until I started my new channel last year that I was even able to look at TH-cam ad revenue as a significant income source. For me, TH-cam is just one piece of the business puzzle. I’ve just had a look at your Patreon, and I see the tiers only go up to $50. I would consider coming up with a business plan that offers value that you can charge more for. I’m not familiar enough with the specifics of your business to make suggestions on that, but I used to help coach people on their creative businesses, and I can tell just based on what I know about you that you could create something that allows a few very dedicated fans to support you in bigger ways! If that’s not something you’re interested in doing, I apologize for that unsolicited advice lol. I just really appreciate your work and hope you can find a sustainable way to keep doing what you love!
Thanks so much Afura! You know I adore your channel and content, I’m glad it’s growing for you. I see the effort you put in ✨ those are some really good ideas, thanks for sharing! I see you understand the delicate ecosystem of being a content creator😉
I love love love your channel. Keep being authentically you. Honestly, I think we are going to see a resurgence of comfort content given the state of the country and the new administration. I think nostalgic content and comfort content is going to mean a lot especially for people feeling threatened and scared. Content like yours really helps people if you know it or not. It is a moment during a day people can forget the bad stuff and have a moment of peace and joy. The algorithms are a pain no doubt. That must be frustrating. I hope though that you see a turnaround so you can continue doing what you love. ❤
I’ve been watching you for years and your videos are always calming. I’ll always be here to watch and rewatch! Whatever you do or wherever you go I’ll continue to watch and follow! Love you guys!
I would like for you to continue. I’m 72 and find a few min. Of peace and enchantment listening to you chat. I’ve always wanted a little extra money to have some of your art. I do love looking at it.
Thank you so much for enjoying our videos! It means a lot to hear that you find peace and enchantment through our videos. It's the best reward to know that! Thank you!
Three Cheers for more Magical Realism! You are both a treasure, and an inspiration; what you do matters greatly; never doubt that, please. Keep up the beautiful work and God Bless!
@@itsacharminglife That was a most eloquent response, and also a very kind one; how sweet. Thank you, and you as well! Looking forward to what you do next!
I love your channel and appreciate all the hard work you've put into your videos. I honestly stopped watching because they were just TOO perfect and curated to the point I couldn't really relate any longer. I like seeing mistakes, struggles, problem solving - that's what distinguishes art from ai and Id love to see this more often in your videos! Wishing you all the best this upcoming year!
Thank you! It is an interesting view. As a creative it is easy working towards perfection as a goal! Good to know misstakes aren't the end of the world!
Continued prayers for Calif..it’s so unreal to watch..along with the devastation in NC,Tenn,Ga…please don’t leave..u r a breath of fresh air and I loove the cottage and all your talents..I think u should do thrift store shopping and refinish stuff maybe an added spot..oh I’d love for u to do miniatures!!..I’m making a treehouse and want to have rooms in it and fill with mice..if u could make lil critters especially mice would be helpful to me and making furniture would b a great idea..cottagecore is such a cozy happy place ..I loove it!!..🩷🙏🩷
Wonderful videos I have spent 25 years visiting Tarrytown/Sleepy Hollow my home away from home New York City really appreciate the old vintage themes I personally did Mozart Parties full dress w string quartets Mardi Gras costumes parties keep up the amazing inspirational videos God Bless for all you do saying a prayer for much success ❤
Thank you! Mozart parties sounds fun. So nice to hear that you enjoy the town. It has the special vibe a town must have for sure! :) God bless you as well, and thank you for your encouragement!
Do not listen to the world it will lead you away from your dreams. Your Chanel is a breath of fresh air.
Thank you for saying that! It means a lot to us! :)
Everyone - Please help this lovely, creative couple. They are so deserving. Recommend them to your friends and family or send one of their shorts or videos to people to be introduced to this wonderful channel. My best to you two. Your videos are a delight! Have a lovely day. Blessings - Judith 🎭🎤
Judith! :) THANK YOU! It means a lot!
You both are outstanding...😊 How can all of us help... Perhaps time to innovate for these two, everyone... 💥
Yes! I feel bad because I haven’t been sharing the videos all this time, but I’m doing it now for sure.
Thanks so much! :) No pressure at all! But a like, comment or share is always helpful. We appreciate your help!
I hope you can find a way to keep going, but as others have said, I will understand if you have to make the hard decision to "close up shop". I'll do whatever I can do ! ~ Heather~
Post some shorts. Even bloopers, that are less than a minute. One you tuber said it helps push the algorithms!
Thank you for the suggestion, that is good ideas!
I have a feeling that there will be a resurgence in the search for peace and your brand of sweet fantasy in the next few years. I hope you can hold on. I appreciate your channel.
Thank you for the encouragement! :) It means a lot! We appreciate you!
Good point. I think being transported to the beautiful worlds you create will be in higher demand in this tumultuous world.
That idea taste very good to me! :) I am ready to dream a bit on it! Thanks!
I was thinking this too.
Given the ambient harshness ahead, I believe Cottage Core and storybook life as an esthetic will continue to be relevant as à refuge for many. Hang in there.
Thank you for your encouragement :)
You guys are very much relevant. Don't question yourselves.... you aren't doing anything wrong whatsoever. I think we need to share your channel as much as we can as your subscribers. ❤
Thank you for saying that! :) it means a lot
I really don’t think cottage core is disappearing. You are so loved by your subscribers, your relationship is beautiful, i love your travels, your home, your artistic endeavors, your thrifting and decor!
I was cottage core 40 years ago, before it had a name. I’ll stay that way till I die.
Thank you! It means a lot to have the support and encouragement from the Cottagecore enthusiasts! :)
We are still here 🌸 as authentic beings that are not relying on the algorithms. We are magnetic by nature and drawing the matching energies to us. I always trust.
Thank you! Magnetic by nature 👌it sounds great!
I think this year your channel will be more relevant than ever. With everything going on People are looking for comfort. We would be more that happy with Lindsey sitting in a comfey spot telling us about the latest cosy book she's been reading or tv/movie she has come across or a baking lesson with Jonas or a day in the life of an artist. More window shopping antique or thrifting, no need to buy. Lindsey has such an eye for vintage linnens and books I know we would all be super interested if she ever tried re-selling on Etsy or Ko-fi. We are all so done with over consuming and hustle culture, I honestly feel like this will be a huge year for you with ways you can supplement your income while carving out more rest time. 🌟
Thank you! You're so encouraging! :) It means a lot!
Hope you are having a great start of this new year so far
I agree with all of this! Great ideas!
Amen@@itsacharminglife
You are not irrelevant! Your channel is amazing and just what everyone needs. The beauty, the charm and the wonder you bring us is incredible.
Thank you for saying that! We feel so encouraged reading your comment :)
Lindsay, I am so sorry about how the fires have impacted your home state ❤️ It’s been so heartbreaking seeing everyone affected. It feels like such a heavy time right now. I’m so sorry that the past year has been difficult on TH-cam, too. You are both so incredibly talented and creative, and your genuine, kind energy shines through in your beautiful videos. You truly deserve so much more recognition and compensation for the amount of work you do, and I hope that 2025 will be a better year. I related so much to what you said about the work that goes into TH-cam (my fiancé Alex and I work together on our videos)-I don’t think anyone can really understand the unbelievable amount of work that goes into it unless they’re creators themselves! The videos you make feel timeless, and I think the beautiful art you create is greater than any trend and there will always be a growing audience for it. I hope this year has so many good things in store for you both ❤️
Thank you so much! It means a lot to hear this from such talented content creator as yourself. You both do a great job with your videos!
Lindsey, always remember to "look for the helpers" as Mr. Roger's mother told him. People are coming together to help one another in California and elsewhere.
Such good reminder! :) Thank you
Stay!!! Also, I’m so glad your family is safe in Cali during this time!
Ive been a silent follower for some years now and i apologize for not making myself known. I really enjoy your content, the way you both transport me into a different world through your videos, you have ways of capturing magic in ordinary daily things ✨️. You guys ARE RELEVANT - please never doubt that! I will share, comment, and like all precious videos. I really will try to help you guys out with what ever i can. Please don't go away! Continue making videos!!
Sometimes i feel the wrong influencers are the ones selected to be successful. There are MANY big name channels on this platform that do not deserve the following, the money, nor the time a day.
I truly hope your guys' luck turns around and 2025 marks the beginning to a charming year 💖.
All the best from Ventura California,
Vanessa
Thank you for your support! It means a lot to us! :) We appreciate that you took the time to write us. Your words have touched our hearts!
May your 2025 be happy and bright all the way through!
For someone who is not a social media content creator, this was such an interesting video. I love your videos and they take me back to the warm feelings of childhood. I also love how you interact with one another so lovingly and come across so authentically. I wish you the best this coming year and hope you find peace and balance in continuing to create such a lovely escape from our complicated world. 🥰
Thank you, that is so uplifting to hear! we appreciate you!
I’d love to see your regular life too. Maybe vlogs.
Thank you for the suggestion! We appreciate that you took the time to share that! It is a great idea! :)
@ I really enjoy nighttime relaxation videos and I think you guys would be sooo comforting with those videos. Plus maybe it will be fun for you too. I know it’s still work but maybe a chance to force yourself to relax a bit 😊. Thank you for your channel and the response I pray that more people will come see the fun things you guys do
Please continue your channel. I love it. 😢it brings such peace and joy in a fast chaotic world! Love you. I have scoliosis. I do pilates with jessica valiant on TH-cam. It helps my back pain
Thank you for encouraging us! It is nice to hear it brings you peace and joy! Wishing you the best of 2025. Hope you experience less back pain this year.
Thank you for your love and support!
Bless!
Thanks so much for sharing and showing your vulnerability…. I would be very sad if you are unable to continue your channel, as your videos bring me so much joy and I always look forward to another slice of cosy comfort! You are both immensely talented and I really admire all the creativity you put into your channel! Hang in there and don’t give up!!
Thank you kindly for your heartwarming support! We feel so lucky having you among our subscribers!
Sadly, those who have not done any content creation have no idea how much of your heart and soul go into your project. Also, sadly, the internet gives people a feeling of anonymity and allows them to feel empowered to comment with no regards to the creator’s feelings. We need a return to kindness and empathy. You two do a lovely job of putting inspiration and positivity into the world and deserve nothing but the same in return! ❤❤❤❤
Thank you for your genuine and lovely comment! We appreciate you and thank you for your supportive words!
now more than ever the world needs you!!! your channel is so inspiring and reminds us of what truly matters in life!! love you both and thank you!
Thank you for saying that! It means a lot to us!
Yes, the world needs dreamers....it needs you two!
Thank you for saying that! It means a lot
Your channel is exactly what the world needs! Hope that this contemplation period turns into a positive path with limited struggles, filled with exciting endeavors. You both have such lovely voices & creativity. I can see Jonas calmly taking us on a baking journey or Lindsey reading her children’s stories to her nieces & nephews or letting us join in a proper tea party with you. It’s all a delightful, therapeutic escape. All the best and remember, whatever the mind expects, it finds.
Thank you for saying that! It is soothing to hear! We appreciate that you show your support for us
As a youtuber, myself just blocked the Comment section. ignore people and live your life. The community backed you up and we still love you. 1950 housewife vintage cottage, core Grandmacore 🎉🎉🎉🎉we all like you.
Thank you for your encouragement! We really appreciate it! :)
Well, I am crying. Love you both.❤
We hope for the best!
Hi, I hope I'm not too late for you both to see this. Your videos are always beautiful, and don't change if you don't want to. I think more hang out videos could be beneficial. People like feeling like you're their friend. Perhaps some diy videos like the beautiful swag you showed in the beginning of the video. Some in depth cooking/baking videos? Sometimes people just want to be taken along for thrifting as well. Please, never leave TH-cam. You both bring so much joy and serenity to our lives
Thank you for the suggestion and for your encouraging words! It mean a lot to us to hear you enjoy our videos! Thank you so much! Hope you have a great 2025 so far. Let us hope for the very best!
These are great ideas. I would love to see more baking/cooking and hanging out videos. Also, more travel videos like Lindsey suggested. The travel videos are so much fun.
We do enjoy the travel videos we do sometimes so that is nice that you enjoy them! :)
I'm in Australia so I sometimes watch your videos out of season for you guys. I'm starting to dream of autumn content as we're here in the middle of our hot Aussie summer. I hope you'll hang in there! We need to celebrate the magic in the slow life.
Thank you for taking the time to watch our videos! It feels so nice knowing we have a Australia representative among our viewers! :) Hope you have a great day!
Lindsey and Jonas...I have been following your channel since the beginning and you are my favorite content creators on TH-cam. I hope that you will be able to continue but I know you have to do what's right for you. I will always be here watching though if you keep the channel going. Lindsey, please don't apologize for that Christmas video. It was delightful to watch. You and Jonas are both very talented at what you do. I have to tell you that my husband works for a printing company in Jacksonville, Florida. A few weeks ago he brought home a Sleepy Hollow themed calendar that his company worked on. He thought I would enjoy seeing the pictures in it. To my surprise the front of the calendar was a picture of the headless horseman pumpkin that Jonas carved along with his name. I showed it to my husband and told him how I watched you both on TH-cam and there was Jonas's pumpkin on this calendar he brought home! 😊 I'm glad you are all safe from the fires. Take care!
Thank you! We so appreciate your support. We feel so encourage to read your comment. We will do our best to continue as it gives us so much joy building such lovely community.
So fun to hear about your husband and the calendar he brought home. I acctually saw a picture of it earlier, but haven't seen it in person yet. Someone told me they had saved one copy for us. I was so surprised.
They really did a good job printing it! :)
We wish you and your husband the very best for 2025
I discovered your program and channel during a very challenging time in my life early this fall. I lost my sister from her battle with cancer for the past 7 years. Your channel Charming Life helped me to learn just how precious life is and how important it is to cherish each and every minute and how to cope with anxiety of mortality. You phenomenal research, history, art, music, travel, gardening, love of nature truly resonated with me. I smiled as Lindsey would decorate the small cottage and add a freshly washed linen. I also collect vintage linens and hats. I found myself smiling again and my sister was a huge fan of the Headless Horseman. She would have loved the fine pumpkin carving. I began listing the different sponsors to order from and this Christmas purchased the lovely Christmas and winter postcards to send to family and friends. You both bring hope, light and inspiration and I wish you all of the best and thank you for being the light in my life!
We are so sorry about your beloved sister!
Youve both inspired me with making my home cosy with pre loved trinkets and the likes. I hope you will prosper this year ,great work guys x much love from the uk xx
Thank you for supporting our channel! We are glad you enjoy it! So do we! :)
I pray you’ll stay. You’re both light in a difficult world. ❤️❤️❤️
Thank you for praying for us! :) We truly appreciate it
Keep going guys, please don’t give up!!
Thank you for saying that! It warms our hearts!
Hello Lindsay & Jonas! Thank you for sharing a heartfelt video with the community!! I found your channel a few years ago because I am an avid Halloween crafter and I didn’t even know what Cottage Core was but the algorithm sent you my way because of your Halloween content and I’m glad it did! Whereas I heartily (and cynically) agree than any algorithm is made to benefit someone other than the original creative creators, upon occasion it does find people like me one at a time. I think you as the creative owners of this channel need to stick to what your heart tells you is right! Be true to yourself and try not to let the thought of the “algorithm” control your decision making. Decide whether adopting the mantra of “Build it and they will come!” is what makes your heart sing. Remember that collaborations with other creatives is an awesome thing! In the crafting world, there is a small “movement” of “Creep On June” (Tracie Fox Creative) to combat those crazy Christmas in July crafters and, at first, it offended my sensibilities but then I saw the fun in playing in June with my favorite hobby - Halloween! Maybe, rather than publishing “labor-intensive” fall themed content in June or July try something “lighter” like some crafting vlogs at that time of year. Just something to think about. Wishing you well and much success! Keep up the great work! ⭐👍
Thank you for your encouraging words! We appreciate it truly!
Wishing you a happy and very prosperous 2025!!!
Thank you for your kindness
Lindsay and Jonas first off I want to say that I am so happy to hear that your family and friends are safe. Our prayers are with them during this time. We are all here for you. Your content is magnificent. You bring us joy, comfort, and peaceful tranquility with each and every video. Both of you are so talented and full of creativity, we want you to continue to share that with us. I cannot express enough how much we love you and what you give us through your channel. Let us pray that 2025 will be an extraordinary year for you both ❤
Thank you so much for your kindness! We appreciate your supportive words. We are so glad that you find joy, comfort and peace through our videos. :) We appreciate the prayers and hope that things turns out great!
Y’all are one of my top 3 favorite TH-cam channels of all time! So calming and DELIGHTFUL! 🥰🥰🥰
Thank you! :) Wow top 3! It means a lot to hear !
I would definitely buy your books!
Thank you! :) that is so nice of you! It means a lot
I just wanted to let you know that you definitely make a difference in my life. I think I discovered your channel sometime in the first year of the pandemic, when I was coping with the challenges of working from home, living by myself and generally not going out, and caring for a friend dying of cancer. Your beautiful, calming videos got me through the deaths of four pets and job challenges that I don't want to discuss here. You have inspired me to make my own home a more beautiful refuge and to adopt more slow living practices. I am so grateful for you both.
Thank you for saying that! It means so much to hear what the impact of our videos have provided! It is encouraging! Thank you so much
I never comment but I wanted to because I really like you guys and your content is so good and positive. Thank you so much. 😊
Thank you for your sweet comment! That warms the heart :) We appreciate you!
I personally anticipate each video. Watching your channel is like the feeling of a cozy book. It is my Hygge time that is so important for my mental health.
Thank you! That feels great to hear! :) Hygge time sounds like a perfect expression to be accosiated with!
I'm rooting for you and I'll do my best to interact with every piece of content on TH-cam and of course on your social media platforms. I always let the ads play on your videos. I think a lot of people don't realize how important that is for a creator.
Thank you so much! You're amazing!
It‘s so strange because cottage core is totally my thing and somehow I have never been offered your videos (which is such a shame!!) I think TH-cam is so difficult. Often TH-cam doesn’t show me new things. I often get offered the same stuff for days, even though I already haven‘t clicked on it. I have to actively go into search or tap the „new to me“ button to get new things. I also don’t get shown things from folks I actively follow when they put out content. TH-cam needs to do better. I feel sad, I could have been watching you guys already for ages 🥲 I hope you both begin to grow again or find a path you are happy and at peace with! (Because you are so adorable and your videos are wonderful and quirky and relaxing.) Wishing you the best!
Thank you for taking the time to watch our video and for your comment! Ah TH-cam is a big jungle, wish it was easier to reach out to the audience that our videos are made for. We are happy that you are here now!
You are more relevant than you give yourself credit for! We need people like you to give respite to us during these mind boggling times. Never underestimate the good you do.
Thank you for saying that! It is such an encouragement! :)
As far as the whole TH-cam thing goes, I've noticed for over a year or more I don't see your videos suggested (though I'm subscribed) in my feed anymore. I made sure to turn on the notifications for your videos just now and liked this video. We need to help you guys get back on top!
Thank you for being a support to us! We appreciate that you turned the notification bell to notice our videos. Your help mean a lot!
Children’s books are definitely a good idea especially with your illustration skills. Historical/Cottagecore travels and literary tours are also such great ideas! I love your book themed videos and your storytelling approach. The quality of your content is chef’s kiss!! ❤ I always go back to your spring/summer/autumn themed content for inspiration but now I’ll make it a point to play them as I’m cleaning. 🧹☺️
Thank you for your kindness and support! We are so glad you are among our lovely viewers! We are so happy to be with you while cleaning :)
Stay strong. Your videos mean a lot to a whole lot of folks who watch.
Thank you for your encouragement! It is worth so much to us!
In this fast paced world we live in, it's so important that we keep these beautiful, slower ways of living alive and well, and that we support channels such as yours. I myself make videos that reflect a slower way of life as an artist, and it's been my dream for many years to one day be able to live off of my creative work full time (I also plan on writing children's books!) You've been an inspiration to me over the years.
I hope that things will get better for you soon, you are both such lovely people who create beautiful things. It's honestly such important work and I know that there are many who share this sentiment.
Wishing the best for you both. From one artist and creator to another, I hope that this year will see newfound growth and fruition! ❤
Thank you so much for taking the time to encouraging us! We truly appreciate it!
Hope all your dreams will come true!
Your guys channel brings many people like me so much joy and inspiration. Thank you for all of your hard work over the years, I've been watching your channel for a long time! I moved into a smaller house in the country this year, and your guys channel inspired me to romanticize my small, quaint place and even give my cottage a cute name like you did with your cottage. Your guys creative slow living content is so special and SO needed in this obnoxiously fast paced world. I will do more to support your channel because I'd be so sad if you had to stop. Cheers to 2025 being a more prosperous year for you both!
Thank you for your encouragement! It is worth a lot to us to know we have such kind and amazing viewers like you!
Your videos are very beautiful. They are produced and directed as movies. I know this takes work, creativity and dedication. I love your productions.
Thank you for saying that! It is such nice thing as creators to hear!
I found your channel during the beginning of the pandemic and never left. I find your content charming and soothing; it’s like being in a dream where I can slow down and hope to live that way one day. I have also been longing to go to visit Sleepy Hollow and need to start planning and doing my homework on how to make that a reality. If I can do that for next fall, that would be so special. As far as AI, I can’t stand it and I’ve even unsubscribed from a couple of TH-cam vintage music channels. I also prefer the real vintage scenes, images over AI manufactured ones.
Stay strong, healthy and no matter what road you choose or need to take, never lose your creativity!!
Thank you for your support and kindness! That is what keeps us going! Much appreciated! Hope you get the chance to visit Sleepy Hollow some day! :)
I love this channel.
Thank you so much
I really hope you can figure out a way to continue your amazing videos. You do need to take care of yourselves though so you can keep going. Real is better than AI in my opinion. Making story books would be amazing. I can totally see you guys nailing that. You are in my thoughts and hopes that things work out for you. 💕💕💕
Thanks so much! It means a lot
I've been following you since the beginning and I've never seen you make a bad video. I love them all! I hope you stay. I'd really miss you. I'll always watch everything you make as long as you continue. I hope you both have a great 2025!
Thank you! It mean a lot to hear. We appreciate you being with us since the beginning! :) We hope things start to look brighter for our channel! Fingers crossed!
It sounds like it helps when we watch the older videos so lets all re watch them all again! Today, was a nice to see the list of videos......i missed some so cant wait to watch those. Please be vulnerable.. .it helps us know what you need!! 😊
Thank you kindly! It means a lot! We are so thankful for you!
I literally just found you guys leading up to the 2024 holiday season, and I have to say that I love your videos so much! I would hate to see you having to give up your channel, so I'm sitting here trying to think of ideas for you lol. I know, who am I to come up with content ideas? I have noticed that anti consumerism content is having a moment right now, and I myself seek it out because I'm tired of everything being about consumerism. I'm sick of the Amazon-ification of life. Anyway, I feel like that type of content seems adjacent to your current content and lifestyle in a way, and maybe you could lean into that a little. From thrifting to making things by hand or even old-fashioned money saving hacks. Like how people lived before capitalism touched every aspect of our lives. Anyway, just a thought. I'll continue watching your content regardless 😊
Thank you for your supportive words! We are happy to have you here in our channel
@@itsacharminglife ❤
LOVE YOU GUYS SO MUCH!! Discovered your channel during COVID and have watched every video & short since then. You’re my go to COZY couple on TH-cam .. and honestly I always wondered why you haven’t had your 100K Subscribers/ Silver TH-cam plaque yet!!. But YT is a journey and you might be so close to reaching your dream so please don’t give up on this wonderful vision. Have feeling that 2025 might be YOUR YEAR ♥️♥️
Thank you for being with us for so long! It means a lot that you watch all our videos! :) We feel so special ! Thank you!
I'm so sorry to hear that you are struggling with your channel. I just became monetised in November and am trying to not let it drive all my descision making. It's so incredibly challenging to be a creative in 2025 with everything that's happening in the world. While it's good to pivot and adapt, don't loose sight of what gives you joy. I think cottage core will reinvent itself under a new name as throughout history people have rebelled against the trappings and fast paced changes to society by embracing vintage aesthetics and older traditions. We just need to figure out what the new name is!
Thank you for your encouraging words! I think you might be right that the concept of Cottagecore will move on, and as you said under a new name! Let us invent a new name right away ;)
This channel is life
Thank you! :) That means a lot
I have been hearing from many of my channels that this year was a decline for them too. I think there are many factors you have no control over.. your content is phenomenal imho. I just found you this year and subscribed right away. I wish you the best but please don’t burn yourselves out or let it hurt your health. Love to you both. 🧡🖤🧡
Thank you for your supportive words! It means a lot. Thank you for subscribing to us, we are so happy to have you among our midst of genuine and lovely people!
I hope you continue your channel, I truly enjoy your videos and loveliness ❤
Thank you! It is so heartwarming to hear that!
And p.s. I am going to do a little shout out in an upcoming episode. I plan to do one about cosy fantasy books soon, so I think it would be perfect to say something along the lines of 'if you're looking for more cosy fantasy inspiration, have you discovered 'It's A Charming Life' yet? Just like me, you'll find Jonas and Lindsay are living in their very own cosy fantasy novel and their episodes such a treat!' And then I will link you - hope that helps a little xx
Aw so sweet of you! We appreciate that a lot! You're too kind!
I've watched your channel for a few years now, and I just love the content you put out. I wish you the best, and I hope your channel has many more years on TH-cam for all of us to enjoy.
Thank you for your encouragement! We appreciate your support for sure!
I do love the more authentic channels like yours. I really dislike how we rush through the season and holidays. Everything happens faster and faster. Everyone calls it slow, living, or intentional. I am almost 50. My friends called it boring when I was grown up. I have always enjoyed the more thoughtful moments in life. Be in the moment. So, while I understand you have to do what you need to survive, I am sorry that you are pushed to have too. Your work is amazing!
Thank you! We truly appreciate your supportive words! It means a lot to read!
I love your channel. Please don’t let go of it. Some of the things you mentioned about sounds good. I think travel is good. How about creating paper crafts related to cottage-core. The children’s book sounds good and illustrations. How about filming nature.
Thank you for your ideas and encouragement! Nature is always close to our heart!
We hope you are having a great start of the new year :)
Thank you for the video, you are not irrelevant. 💞
Thank you for saying that!
I'm so sorry to hear that your channel is struggling. I've enjoyed your content so much. I'm hoping the algorithm finds you guys and your video views start exploding.
I love your authenticity. Please keep up the hard work and don't give up just yet.
Wishing you guys the very best!
I do hope you stick around, but please be as gentle to yourselves as you would be with your audience. That’s one of my favorite parts about watching you, your gentleness. Hugs and love ♥️🤗!
Thank you! It is a great reminder! We appreciate that!
Your videos are amazing. One of my favorite channels. One suggestion I could make to help with the algorithm is occasionally make shorter videos. Not because we don't enjoy the longer ones; we do! But often, people have small amounts of time to quickly watch a video. Maybe this way, they will have enough time to make it all the way through the video and effect the algorithm. Keep up the awesome work. It is appreciated and we enjoy it.
Thank you for your support and encouragement! We appreciate you!
I love all your videos and it always shows that you have worked your tails off and made the most supreme content. You two are relevant and there's no such thing as being too authentic! Isn't there a saying that the time you want to quit is the time that there's a break through. I loved our chat to know what's going on behind the scenes. Take time for yourselves, its ok to have "me" time. Don't give up, situations can change in an instant for the better. Try not to over think, just do what feels right. Your videos are full of love, fun, amazing stories and scenery. What more could anybody want? Be well and get better. Sending Love❤
Thank you for your encouraging words, it means a lot!
It is good to be realistic. TH-cam can be a fickle place, and it is best to always have a plan B to fall back on. Hope things get better for your family.
Thank you for taking the time to write! We appreciate it!
Follow your hearts....it will never fail you. You will know what to do with your channel....I loved your CT Christmas Trail. It was fun to see my state through your eyes. I also grew up and live not far from Wethersfield. ❤
Thank you kindly! It is a great suggestion to follow the heart. The compass inside of us! :)
Appreciate your kindness towards our CT video, it was fun to see all the beautiful small towns that we love there. Wethersfield is such a beautiful town.
Thanks so much for sharing. I found your videos this year in the midst of a lot of anxiety over personal things going on as well as the fear and anxiety over things happening in the world, like what we were seeing in the news about Palestine. I was so grateful because many of my favourite cozy vlogs had disappeared during the pandemic, and your channel was a very welcome return to that kind of warm, comforting content that makes me feel more human again. It seems that you're both ambitious creatives and your videos are essentially short films -- I can be happy just watching a 20-minute vlog about someone's grocery shopping and day out, while you're creating a very beautiful and carefully crafted vision, which takes far more work. I hope you both find a happy place to settle on with your creative projects.
And on the subject of health, I've found that osteopathy has been very helpful for my chronic pain. Particularly, finding an osteopath that studied for years in a French school and has many good revies on Google! Much like any health professional, it takes a bit of initial looking into, but the results are quite amazing even though it seems like they're not doing anything haha! 😂 It's very light touch therapy and seemi gly nothing happens in the session, but suddenly you can bend qnd move again. Definitely trust the process because it takes a couple of days to notice a change.
Good luck to you both and just know that your vision and hard work is very much appreciated. ❤
Thank you for your encouragement!
So nice to hear you enjoy our channel, and are still here. It means a lot!
Hopeful to hear about Osteopath, we will look into that, Thank you for mentioning it!
May your beginning of this new year be happy and bright !
Follow your hearts!
Thank you for saying that!
I enjoy your channel, warmth, and creativity. Bring on 2025. Liz
Thank you Liz for your supportive words :)
I am an elementary school teacher in Virginia and your channel has provided a calm respite during the school year when I’ve given a lot of myself to my students and I need something just for me. Thank you both for all the hard work that you put into everything that you do. It means a whole lot and whenever I see a new video added, I know it’s going to be a unique and calming experience. Much love to you and your family in CA. ❤️
Thank you! We are so happy to hear that we have provided you calmness during the school year! You are doing a great job! :) Hope your year is great so far
Have you considered doing some live videos? No editing required, and you still get the clicks/views for playbacks later? Just the two of you chatting in your garden or sitting out in the woods having a picnic LIVE and answering questions.
Baking and tea parties would be awesome!❤
Thanks for the encouragement!
Dear friends, I am and live in Mexico City. I’ve been watching your videos since you started during the lockdown and since then you’ve been and escape to so many things going on around our world. You have been such a blessing to so many people around the world, creating a fairy tale life, so beautiful!!! We all create our world the way we want to, and yours is beautiful!!! I would love to keep watching your daily life just the way you have been doing it. You are an inspiration!!!! God bless you
Thank you! Your words mean a lot to us to read! We feel encouraged to see that our videos have been inspiring to you! We are thankful that you took the time to share that with us! God bless you and your loved ones!
Charming cottage core never goes out of fashion! Good honest truly creative people as you are is very special.
I thank you for all these years and hope to continue to see you in the years to come.
Much love
Thank you for your encouragement! We feel so grateful for it
Being an aunt is fun. I don't see my niece and nephew too often but when I do, it is really great.
Congratulations on 10 years as a pumpkin artist. That is really cool and a long time to have dedication to an art. Woodcarving would be awesome.
I am glad that making your videos is so much fun to work together doing fantasy-type based things through a childlike imagination.
Stop motion would be really fun to see in your videos!
It must be a blessing to be able to work from home and being in charge of what you do and how you live, but if it wears you down, that is not good either. It really has become more expensive. I had to work for a year and a nine months after fourteen years as a stay-at-home/homeschooling mom. I have been back to being a stay-at-home mom for nineteen months as I had another baby, and it feels more like what I love doing. Sometimes you need to take a temporary job to help out though.
It is always weird to work so hard and not see numbers working in your favor for those videos. I am sorry that you have had some negative feedback on some things you have put out (or on any, as all your content is so much fun).
I always watch the whole video (and write my comment as I watch).
I'm sorry to hear about Lindsay's back pain issues.
I understand living small. 500 is definitely small with two people (but I love that). We are a family of five living in a 734 sq. foot apartment (on the second floor of a house) and I have a very tiny kitchen. It is not easy, but we do our best.
Wow. Those mice need to make their homes elsewhere. That's hard. My parents get a lot of mice too. We've never had them here, but we did have a bat situation once.
How cute that your last minute costumes were so loved by people around you. How sweet.
I'm always fond of travel videos. I love seeing baking! Do more sweet fika videos of course. I would love to see children's books and would read them to my children. My oldest is about to turn 18 and I still read to my whole family during dinner!
I loved this video and being able to hear more from you. You are a sweet couple. Thank you for opening up. It was cozy.
Thanks for taking the time to write! :) Your comments are always a delight!
Wow 734 sq foot for five is impressive. It is an art form in itself to make small space work so since we are aware of it we are always impressed of other people that live small.
About the mice, my policy is that if they have cute outfits they can stay. But so far that have not happened ;)
Thank you so much for being encouraging!
Wishing you and your loved ones a wonderful and happy new year!
Your channel is a breath of fresh air and the much needed reminder to embrace the little things, slow down, and also to consume less❤
Thank you for saying that
Wishing you two all the best
Thank you so much! :) We wishing you a fantastic 2025, may it be your best one yet!
Videos on the mice moving in would be funny and then tips on how you cleared them out!!! Maybe be more authentic and add the struggles, like the zipper breaking, to your videos. You are a lovely couple and I hope you carry on the channel.
Thank you, I wish we could have filmed about the mice. It was such a stressful time so we just didn't had it in us!
Sending you both hugs and so much love! Your authenticity and realness are what this world needs right now. I always look forward to cozying up with a hot mug of something and being transported to a magical place with you both. 💓Bonnie
Thank you Bonnie! You mean a lot to us
Trends come and go but style is forever. ♥️✨
As long as you guys are being true to who you are and the things you believe in and want to share then you will attract the right kind of audience.
I know it can feel disheartening to see the changes especially in the fast paced online world but you guys being so much well needed magic and whimsy to your community. I think I speak for everyone when I say that we truly appreciate all the effort you both put in to create beautiful videos for us.
Some ideas for 2025:
- Day in the life vlogs (you could show us what living in your cottage is really like in different seasons)
- DIY for seasons ( winter bird feeder making, spring wreath making, summer kite making, fall pennant banner making) things that are environmentally friendly but also actually achievable for your friends who watch
- homemade bucket list/ vision board making for the seasons
- crafting crafting crafting
- the themed tea parties sounds so cute!
- Lindsey a glamorous look at how you do your hair and makeup and it could have retro sleepover vibes
- cleaning and tidying videos to prepare for a new season
- ambience videos ( 1-3 hours long for differnt times of year with all your beautiful b roll)
- Jonas could give a 24 min sketch/watercolor tutorial en plain air and you guys could have all the supplies needed listed in the description
- taking us for walks around the sleepy hollow country side of on your adventures around the world
- baking season treats
- thrifting/thrift hauls and styling them
We watch you guys BECAUSE you are who you are. Keep doing what you are doing because authenticity cannot be bought - we love your style!
Good luck in 2025, we are rooting for you! ✨🤞♥️🫂
Thank you for your kindness and support! We appreciate you taking the time to share some great ideas!
We are very thankful for you!
Hope your new year is great so far
Love these content ideas♥️
I haven’t seen you both in a long time. For some reason you just weren’t showing up in my feed, but I did think about you last week and now here you are. I hope everything goes well for you and that the channel continues ….you fill a very unique spot and your passion and talent is unmatched in anything that I see….Wishing you a beautiful 2025. Keep sharing your light….it is so needed.❤❤❤❤❤
Thank you! So happy that you watched this video! Your support means a lot to us! Hope you are doing good so far in 2025
Thank you for such an authentic look at how your channel runs. I want you to know that I do not live a cottage core lifestyle but I love the aesthetic. I watch to be inspired and as a form of escape. I am subscribed to your channel, but I didn't notice until now that the algorithm has not suggested your videos to me nearly as often in the past year. I didn't even know you had switched up your storytelling style. I would have loved this content. Also, you are right- unfortunately, early seasonal content is king. I don't love that this is the way it is, but I hope you don't give up and find a way to be successful. Thanks for all the fun!
Thank you for your support! We appreciate it! :)
So glad you have noticed the missing videos. It is a jungle out there in the TH-cam algoritm world!
We hope you have a great new year so far!
Continued prayers for California and all those affected by these fires. California is near and dear to my heart as well.
Thank you so much! CA really needs it and we appreciate it a lot!
@@itsacharminglife You're so welcome. I hope somehow things come together for Cottagecore Channel to survive. Your content is comforting, inspiring and touching. Blessings for you both.
My friends I know this must have been a difficult video to make for so many reasons. The wildfires are heartbreaking(I used to live in La Mesa and have a dear friend still in the area who has experiences the fires first hand in the past so has been a very anxious time for her)! Having health issues are super challenging too, I can relate. I think the thing that touched my heart so much was how you have given so much time and energy through your videos that promote the slow living the world is craving, to the point that you two are not able to enjoy the slow living lifestyle in your lives. That hurts my heart. I’ve been with you guys for five years and the community you have built (as well as Jonas’ art and recipes) have added so much to my life. I pray that you’ll be able to continue creating but mostly that you find the balance you both need and deserve!!!❤ Hugs to you both(& Tibby).
Thank you Sally! Your encouragement is so valuable to us! We really appreciate you!
I hardy ever comment, but today I feel like I need to tell you how much I appreciate you two and your channel. I can only imagine how much time, energy, and heart goes into each and every stunningly beautiful video. Thank you so much for helping me to slow down and to savor the beauty in life. I seem to need regular reminding and you sweet souls do that for me. Your videos are so important for our collective sanity right now, and they remind us that to live a charming life is surely possible. I hope this year brings you continued joy and much prosperity. I will continue to watch every episode, I'll recommend you to my friends and family, and I will hold you in my prayers and in my heart. I am truly grateful for you and your exquisite videos.
Thank you kindly for taking the time to share this with us! It means a lot!
We really appreciate you! Thank you!
Prayers for Californians. If your dreams began there, don't let them end there....the world needs dreamers. I tend to be a natural optimist who often has to check the realities of the world and embrace change. It isn't always easy (particularly if you are also stubborn ☺️), but it becomes easier. For a youtube channel to grow, the creator needs to post regularly and often for it to thrive as a ft job $$....almost like one would approach a ft job/schedule. Your content is beautifully created with so many lovely details. You are both deserving of all good things and I am optimistic that together you will create beautiful dreams here, there, everywhere 💞
Thank you for your encouragement! We feel special
Thank you so much for sharing your magic with us! I always look forward to your videos. As a fellow seasonal creator who has been on TH-cam for many years, I know the struggle. I don’t tend to get anywhere near as many views as you guys, and I never get sponsored. But what’s helped keep me afloat is making content for my loyal returning viewers instead of the algorithm, and offering value outside of TH-cam that significantly supplements my income. To be honest, it wasn’t until I started my new channel last year that I was even able to look at TH-cam ad revenue as a significant income source. For me, TH-cam is just one piece of the business puzzle.
I’ve just had a look at your Patreon, and I see the tiers only go up to $50. I would consider coming up with a business plan that offers value that you can charge more for. I’m not familiar enough with the specifics of your business to make suggestions on that, but I used to help coach people on their creative businesses, and I can tell just based on what I know about you that you could create something that allows a few very dedicated fans to support you in bigger ways!
If that’s not something you’re interested in doing, I apologize for that unsolicited advice lol. I just really appreciate your work and hope you can find a sustainable way to keep doing what you love!
Thanks so much Afura! You know I adore your channel and content, I’m glad it’s growing for you. I see the effort you put in ✨ those are some really good ideas, thanks for sharing! I see you understand the delicate ecosystem of being a content creator😉
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I love love love your channel. Keep being authentically you. Honestly, I think we are going to see a resurgence of comfort content given the state of the country and the new administration. I think nostalgic content and comfort content is going to mean a lot especially for people feeling threatened and scared. Content like yours really helps people if you know it or not. It is a moment during a day people can forget the bad stuff and have a moment of peace and joy. The algorithms are a pain no doubt. That must be frustrating. I hope though that you see a turnaround so you can continue doing what you love. ❤
Thank you Gretchen! We appreciate your support and kindess! We are so thankful for you!
I’ve been watching you for years and your videos are always calming. I’ll always be here to watch and rewatch! Whatever you do or wherever you go I’ll continue to watch and follow! Love you guys!
Thank you! That is so nice to hear and to know that we have your support
I would like for you to continue. I’m 72 and find a few min. Of peace and enchantment listening to you chat. I’ve always wanted a little extra money to have some of your art. I do love looking at it.
Thank you so much for enjoying our videos! It means a lot to hear that you find peace and enchantment through our videos. It's the best reward to know that! Thank you!
Three Cheers for more Magical Realism! You are both a treasure, and an inspiration; what you do matters greatly; never doubt that, please. Keep up the beautiful work and God Bless!
Thank you so much for your kindness and support! It mean so much to us! May God bless your 2025
@@itsacharminglife That was a most eloquent response, and also a very kind one; how sweet. Thank you, and you as well! Looking forward to what you do next!
So kind of you! :)
I love your channel and appreciate all the hard work you've put into your videos. I honestly stopped watching because they were just TOO perfect and curated to the point I couldn't really relate any longer. I like seeing mistakes, struggles, problem solving - that's what distinguishes art from ai and Id love to see this more often in your videos! Wishing you all the best this upcoming year!
Yes, add the bloopers into video does or at the end. Love them as they are but more silliness and real life would be great. Less editing too!
Thank you! It is an interesting view. As a creative it is easy working towards perfection as a goal! Good to know misstakes aren't the end of the world!
Continued prayers for Calif..it’s so unreal to watch..along with the devastation in NC,Tenn,Ga…please don’t leave..u r a breath of fresh air and I loove the cottage and all your talents..I think u should do thrift store shopping and refinish stuff maybe an added spot..oh I’d love for u to do miniatures!!..I’m making a treehouse and want to have rooms in it and fill with mice..if u could make lil critters especially mice would be helpful to me and making furniture would b a great idea..cottagecore is such a cozy happy place ..I loove it!!..🩷🙏🩷
Thank you for your prayers! They are much needed !
We appreciate your encouragement!
Hope the treehouse comes out great! Such a neat idea :)
Wonderful videos I have spent 25 years visiting Tarrytown/Sleepy Hollow my home away from home New York City really appreciate the old vintage themes I personally did Mozart Parties full dress w string quartets Mardi Gras costumes parties keep up the amazing inspirational videos God Bless for all you do saying a prayer for much success ❤
Thank you! Mozart parties sounds fun. So nice to hear that you enjoy the town. It has the special vibe a town must have for sure! :) God bless you as well, and thank you for your encouragement!
You are REAL PEOPLE ❤❤❤
Thank you! :)
Oh, you 2 are so very refreshing, but totally understand the immense amount of work. Please take loving good care of yourselves.
Thank you! Your words are so heartwarming and appreciated!