Not an easy Christmas Season and we think of you and Madeleine at this time. You both are well loved and appreciated by your Patreons. You look beautiful. Thank you for this episode. Much love to you both.
This podcast with Kaffe, Brandon, your amazing questions and the beautiful things they have created is the most inspirational and lucid show I have ever seen! It is a treasure. You have produced a work of art with this format. The music is an added sensory thrill. I just can’t say enough about the beauty here. Kaffe an amazing artist and person and you have brought his artistry to us. Thanks so much.
What a charming interview with Kaffe Fassett and the end video coverage with your 2 nieces so adorable. I'm quite amazed at the courage that you two have on display here - may you both experience healing and a measure of joy through this season. Thank you for sharing so much beauty, talent and inspiration with us.
Thank you Andrea amd Madeline!!! The two episodes with Kaffe are so enjoyable in whole that I will watch them again . Andrea, you ask the best questions in all your interviews.
One of the most beautiful and profound episodes with everything working together beautifully. Mr Fassett's views and Mr Gripper's guitar are a feast for the senses. Thank you so much for putting this show together! And I wish you much joy in Australia, Andrea ♥
LOVE THE VIDEOS, 1 & 2 of KAFFE …… I TOO LOVE ❤️ BOLD COLORS,LOVE QUILTING, CROSS STITCHING , CROCHET 🧶 AND KNITTING 🎉 IM GOING ON 73 and just got started on all this 3 yrs. Ago ….. I ALWAYS LEARN SOMETHING FROM YOUR VIDEOS and look 👀 forward to more 😊
Amazing, uplifting, joyous. This is a masterclass on how to produce the perfect episode of anything. No words are adequate but I thank you for this gift.
Where to begin to describe the delight of this episode. Anna’s designs and Derek’s music were perfectly combined with the glory of Kaffe to create so much emotion and enjoyment. I found myself tearing up from Derek’s music and during Kaffe and Brandon’s sections. Every minute was so enriching. Thank you to both of you for putting this together, no doubts about how much work went into making this magic happen. Andrea and Madeleine you are in my thoughts as you still learn to make a life without dearest Andrew by your side. As other Patrons have mentioned, we are here to support you both however you need. I do hope that you’ll be able to travel to Australia and be surrounded by loving family and familiar landscapes. Big hugs from me to you.💕
I came here for Kaffe - but I am staying for you ladies. I love your show, I learned a lot and I can't get enough of your soothing voices.. subscribed rightaway, thank you so much for creating this wonderful content.
Thank you for bringing me into your creative world. Your videos are so well orchestrated and bring quite an artist bent to each scene. I love your format … a little sharing, a little teaching, a bit of overlapping creative modalities, and motivational chats with other artists. Your interview with Kaffe was superb. I’m so excited to begin a new project. Be well, you two.
I just discovered your site and am very impressed. I’m A retired architect and have turned to fabric projects. But I’ve dabbled in knitting and crochet. I love Kaffe Fassett fabrics and use them a lot in my quilt projects. Thanks for your lovely program. Theresa
Oh! This was the best episode ever. Loved the ending. I was thinking, "I want to see more of Brandon." Then there he was doing the closing segment! Love Kaffe Fassett's work. I first saw his quilt designs, oh so many years ago, when I was doing quilting, and going round to quilt conferences and conventions whenever I could. They were a new thing back then.
Loved this podcast. You and Madeleine add such a touch of professionalism and class to the RUclips world. I am honored to support you. The music was unexpected and WONDERFUL. I am also a widow and going through the season without my partner of 39 years. Time has gone by since his passing. I will tell you that it gets better. Not the same but a new "normal". The sweet memories remain and new memories are made.
I think I love this second part even better! What an amazing interview! Thank you so much for all your work, and the inspiration to create. I think I have mentioned this before, and I will again: Andrea it was you that inspired me to challenge myself with my knitting. Your energy and enthusiasm for all things beautiful comes through bright and clear, even during your sad times. And Madeleine, of course, has your energy and also Andrew’s. She is a bright star!
Once again a beautiful program. How lucky we are to have you as a mentor and guide! Travel well - look forward to seeing you in Australia. Thanks to you both.
I don’t have anyone in my family who also knits, I can’t help but feel jealous that you both have knitting to share together. Hearing how you help each other in decisions, help block and finish projects - it just sounds so marvelous. One day I would love to be able to pass my work off to someone else and have them help me with a hard part - and trust them, too!
Such a wonderful episode. I must also mention that I think Alan Dart is such a wonderful person. Not only are his designs amazing, he also sounds like very a kind and warmhearted guy.
Absolutely fascinating interview with Kaffe Fassett. I grew up with my parents having regular cocktail parties and a huge circle of friends. I aspired to that lifestyle when I was younger. Six decades on and single, I’m totally at peace listening to music and knitting, hand sewing or quilting when not working a job I love. That need for quiet and creativity comes with age for many, I think.
I have recently become bed bound and have been a fruity knitting addict! I had to become a patron; what good value your productions are and I love the interesting way you curate information. You have enriched my life beyond measure. Thankyou. Thinking of you both this time of the year, Andrew was a one in a million person💓
I’m late in getting to this episode, but, as usual, it was the most enjoyable 90 min of screen time I’ve had for quite some time. Thank you. Kaffe Fasset is one of a kind. Your interview has taught me a lot about this gifted man. Thank you. I so enjoyed the music segment! You widen my world in so many ways. Thank you. Sending love from Atlanta, Georgia, USA. I think of you both so often and pray that you feel the love and support that surround you both.
Another well put together video and great content. You really are a professional Andrea and your podcasts are worth every Patreon penny. I hope you can find some joy with your sisters and their lovely family. I bet the little knitters will be thrilled to show off their skills. Take care of yourself. ❤️
As always the 'best' knitting podcast - diverse, intelligent. informative, inspirational and delightful !! It is a credit to you both Andrea and Madeleine. Hope you manage to get here - to Australia Andrea as it is a complex business these days - and it would be wonderful to see some film from 'here' - your nieces seem quite remarkable ! All good wishes to you both for the forthcoming year - may it bring you joy and 'peace'.
What a fabulous show! I loved the music and the way Derek explained everything. I hadn't heard of Anna Pack yet, and I will definitely look her up. Her designs are gorgeous, and I love her colours. Your interview with Kaffe Fasset was outstanding. Loved it. Madeleine is doing such a good job. Her shots in Kaffe Fassets house of you working were super. Wishing you all the best, I do hope you managed to get to Australia to be with your sisters. Love to you both
My thoughts and prayers are with you and Madeleine this Christmas season. This time of year will always be difficult. Some years will be better than others. Both of my parents and my sister are gone. I have been divorced for 4 years, no children. I am estranged from the rest of my family as they are not healthy for me to be around. And I am alone with my pets so I just try to make the best of it. You are both blessed to have each other. My best advice would be to cherish your holiday memories of Andrew and hold them in your heart. As the days pass you will continue to get on with the business of life. But your grief is your own and don't listen to those who say to "move on" or "get over it". It is a difficult balance to continue to live your life and move forward without being dragged down with despair and feeling sorry for yourself. But you are surrounded by love and memories. I wish you peace and joy in 2022.
Wise words Joyce. I'm sorry you are alone, but you seem to have a good handle on what is important and special. I am now curious to ask 😄 - what pets do you have keeping you company? 😊
Such a beautiful episode, again! Thank you for all the time and effort that goes into these videos. Madeleine is a delight, I know you must be very proud!
What an amazing coincidence! I was watching this video while knitting on my 1x1 ribbed cuff and just as you announced the tutorial I checked my pattern which said 'cast off with tubular cast off'! Thanks for an excellent and timely tutorial! I've now used it to finish both cuffs and the neckline.
I really enjoyed this video - especially the interview with Kaffe and the very end when Kaffe moved over on the couch and welcomed Madeleine to join them. You are people with good souls.
What a great video. Thanks to Derek Gripper as well . Stunning. And great to hear about Kora and the teaching of the instrument. Love Madeleines projects, the vest and new Kim Hargreaves jumper.
What an amazing episode of Fruity loveliness! Thank you so much, Andrea and Madeleine for putting together such excellent and interesting entertainment, both artistic, crafty and musical. I hope you got to fly over to Oz and visit your family. Very best wishes xx
Thank you for a wonderful episode. I think of you both often and the challenges you are going through this year. You have many hearts around the world sending you wishes for love and peace at this holiday season.
The vest you knit in Brioche Madeleine is absolutely lovely, it fits you so nicely and the couple of tops you modeled it with is very nice. I enjoy your program and thank you for the wonderful content. I’m inspired.
I have been very inspired by the collection of coloured vases and china in this video. Thanks very much for making your visit a two-part presentation. So much depth and detail needed this extended dialogue and time to see some much displayed. Hoping you find some peace in your visit in Australia.
How wonderful! This episode was absolutely priceless!! I am so very thrilled to see you two again and NOW we are watching your nieces grow up-waiting for the twins arrival!! Hugs!!
Happy holidays during this bittersweet time. Sorrow becomes less sharp and less crushing because we think " I am glad I have had the good times and the good qualities and then the pain of losing it. "
Wonderful fortune to be able to introduce us to Derek Gripper and his evocative music. Have a beautiful trip to Australia. I’m sure the love and support of your family will bring you some peace. You and Madeleine are inspirations.
I keep saying this but this video must be your best ever. You have a natural talent for presenting and striking a very interesting balance between personal projects and chat, to technical knowhow, to supporting other makers and designers and extra interest. Well done to both of you, it was excellent. If anyone watching isn't a patron already - become one today. If you love knitting this is a great way to support it. Thankyou.
Thanks for this video. It was such a pleasure to watch. Hope you find some peace and comfort in Australia Andrea. Madeleine, your waistcoat is beautiful xx
Thank you all for a wonderful colourful episode, I loved seeing all this colours and patterns and texture, and the two cuties at the end are adorable. Happy New Year to you all.
Thank you Andrea & Madeline for another Wonderful episode! Way to go Andrew to suggest that you interview Kaffe! So fascinating. He & Brandon were so kind & generous to share their home with you & all of us! Congrats on your vest Madeline. It looks great on you. Andrea, I hope that you were able to get away, & that you are soaking up some healing time & sun in Australia. By-the-way, the fact that you are still struggling is normal. It's going to take a long time to grieve such a wonderful love. I hope that you are kind to, & have patience with yourself... both of you. Happy New Year you two! Thanks again, & I'll see you in 2022.
Dear Andrea and Madeleine. As always I enjoyed very much so see You again. I knitted a Kaffe Fasset sweater in the early 1990 and is was great too see the interwiew and their house. I hope You got to Australia - have a great time with the family and get back with new energy.
THe addition of Derek in the Makers section of the episode is a wonderful exploration of this wonderful music!! Love the direction and focus of your podcast!! Happy New Year to both of you!!
I always love your videos, but this 2-part series is extra special. Thank you for your creativity and for sharing Kaffee’s work. I’m already planning a sweater and a needlepoint cushion (pillow to this American). Happy New Year to both of you, Andrea & Madeleine. I pray 2022 will be filled with comfort, love & healing.
Madeleine, I love that colour of blue...ocean rain. So pretty! And I also love how you are being as adventurous as your mom in playing with different yarns and gauges and pattern adjustments. Cables are still on my "to do" learning list. My heart and hands sing with colourwork and even stocking stitch socks. Lace a wee bit, but I'm still ambivalent about cables and have no clue why. Oh Andrea, what a delight the Derek Gripper section is! One of my sons is a guitarist and my husband came from SA. Even without those connections, I am so impressed with everything he says about learning, just like knitting one note/stitch at a time! The interview with Kaffe Fassett sharing his philosophy of life and Brandon showing their beautiful home, oh my! This is probably at the top of my favourite Fruity Knitting episodes. Andrew would be so proud of what you and Madeleine are doing! Many, many thanks for this Christmas gift to me. HUgs and best wishes for a safe journey to Australia for lots of family love and hugs and healing. And good luck Madeleine with your exams.
Thank you for this, I am afraid I haven't picked up any knitting for a long time. Watching you has inspired me to get going again. My best wishes for you and Madeleine at what I imagine was a difficult Christmas. Hopefully, there were some smiles and good memories. Happy New Year.
Thank you so much for this episode, so full of culture, colour and philosophy. I do hope you get to go to Australia to see your family and to get some sunshine. I am viewing this in the new year, so all the best with love from Australia.
Thank you Andrea and Madeleine for such a brilliant and inspirational podcast....all the sections but especially the Kaffe Fasset section and your adorable nieces at the end! I hope you are able to get to Australia Andrea and can find comfort in seeing your family after so many years! You are two brave women in continuing with producing this podcast after losing Andrew. ❤
Happy New Years 💖🤗💖 I So Know also you will feel his love and all of my heart ❣️ to yours. Be Blessed and Thank you so much for your lovely stories and of course tips and tricks. Enjoy your special guests, too!
One of my favourite episodes. Felt like I experienced all Andrea's passions in one episode, really enjoyed the classical guitar. Thinking of you both (and your dog) at this difficult time. xxx
Another beautiful episode ♥️ Thank you both, and of course a huge thanks to all the featured artists and interviewees. Kaffe has been such a treat! Thinking of you, Andrea and Madeleine, especially today. Firsts are so difficult, I know you’ll find strength in each other. Good luck for your travel plans, Andrea. Take care, lots of love xxx
I loved that Kaffe spoke of the respect Europeans have for their urban and rural culture, and that grabbed him from Day 1. Christmas is very precious and central to European and Western culture etc.
Dear Andrea, I lost someone, too, this year. You don't know how much comfort it gives me to go to your videos with Madeline and see you are still going strong. I'm learning that keeping on with those activities that give me joy is the best comfort.
Outstanding couple of episodes - I have a number of Kaffe Fassett books which I bought just to gaze upon the artistry and the colours and feel inspired by the creativity. The two of you are amazing. I remember my first Christmas after losing Michael in the October and it wasn't an easy time, that's for sure. I have been thinking about you especially at this holiday season. You are doing a fantastic job with keeping the high standards of Fruity Knitting going. Much love.
Still the best ever knitting podcast! Thank you Andrea and Madeleine for another inspiring episode! Prayers for you to be able to travel to Australia and see loved ones, to do some self care and to bring us a bit of the knitting scene Down Under.
Really enjoyed these last two episodes. Liked the addition of the Griot music/storytelling tradition. Being a storyteller myself there are so many connections between the oral tradition of storytelling and textiles. Weaving a story, spinning a tale/yarn alongside the stories that have weaving and sewing in, the Three Fates. Also, your family in Australia look like that have several "Waldorf" inspired toys. I'm also a Steiner kindergarten teacher so I see the signs!
Andrea and Madeline, I love your show and have been thinking of you this whole year. I live in Germany too originally from the UK. Huge Thanks for everything you do. Healing and Blessings 🙏🏽❤️
Such a mesmerizing episode. Had me glued to screen. Andrea you are indeed very precious. Loved Anna , Derek and Kaffe Fassett. Thank you Madeleine and Andrea
You saved this for our Christmas gift 🎁 thank you 😊 sending love ❤️ from 🇬🇧 When Madeleine looks at you while you talk Andrea , I just see Andrew , the love he had in his eyes for you is now in Madeleines eyes xxx Congratulations 👏🏽 Auntie Andrea .
Dear Andrea and Madeleine- thank you both once again for a wonderful episode- a feast for the eyes- so full of colour and wonder 😊 and Andrea I do hope that your plans for a trip home eventuate- the sun on your face, the sand beneath your toes and the beautiful breeze will help! And as for those dear little nieces- all 4 of them now- they’re sure to lift your spirits! Safe travels from Elizabeth in Tasmania
Thank you so much for this wonderful episode! I know this is probably a hard time of year for you... i pray you have been able to travel to Australia by now, and are enjoying being with family. Be sure to hug all those little girls!
Thank you so much for continuing to share both creatively and also your personal journey. I have so enjoyed this most recent series where you interview Kaffe Fassett. Also, your nieces at the end are adorable! What amazing talent already; knitting and looking at the camera. Hoping that you were able to get to Australia and spend time with your sisters.
Thank you so much for this wonderful episode. Dereks music reminds me very much of Sitar music. He also mentioned, that the other Kora player learned from his grandfather to play. He was only given 2 notes for 2 weeks. Then one more for 2 weeks... and so on. First of all, this is a string instrument... And to train one's perception, (in German "absolutes Gehör"), it is imperativ to train the ear to one or two tones at the time. So he became an expert player "by ear" in the time of one year, which may have taken him many years otherwise. I love your podcast, and will become a patron soon.
Thank you for your efforts in this difficult season. I hope you can have an extended stay in your home country, and that if energy permits, you can introduce us to fiver artists from there. Safe travels.
Now I really want to paint my flat with lots of colours, while listening to beautiful guitar music. Thank you for another great episode, you two are such talented journalists.
Thank you for continuing to produce these wonderful episodes full of creativity, beauty and interest. I love segment with Derek Gripper (even though it's not knitting!) and I'm so glad you continue to include segments for Knitters of the World. As always, another high quality episode. Well done Andrea and Madeleine!
Wow... you ladies nailed it! You both look fantastic! I am so glad you decided to add back Knitters of the World. This was always one of my favorite things to watch. The quality of your work keeps getting better and better. Wishing you both all the best in the new year and in your travels. Take care and be safe. Warmest wishes, your devoted Patreon fan, Stephanie
Thank you for another fabulous episode. It has been enjoyable to spend a quiet Christmas Day with you two and your inspirational guests. Derek Gripper took Kent and me back to 1989 when we went to Senegal and Mali strictly to absorb whatever we encountered. We fell in love with cora music and returned with disks of the greats. At this time electric guitar was starting to overtake the traditional players. Memories flooded in to me as I listened to Derek's talk and music. What a brilliant artist. Having little money, Kent and I took bush taxis through parts of Mali. The drivers played only traditional music on rough cds. The various people in the vehicle represented different ethnic groups and did not speak to each other. Once we had a griot beside us. The entire trip was profound, especially in terms of music. Thank you for your interviews with Kaffe Fasset. I hope I will have his vitality, creativity and spirit when I am his age. Thanks again Andrea and Madeline. Happy 2022 and good luck with your upcoming ventures.
Wow! A great program 👍 Thanks for showcasing Anna from Nottingham (only a short car journey from me) she works with Fruit Fusion who I know of and have ordered yarn from. Highly recommended 👌 All the best Helen x
What a beautiful episode! Gorgeous knitting, stunning music and fabulous interview with Kaffe! Must be a difficult time for you both but Andrew would be so proud of his girls. Enjoy your visit home Andrea xx
So good to hear that you will hopefully be heading for Australia. You need the light and to feel the warm (hot) sun on your body. It might help to heal you during this very sad time in your life. take time to just be still and absorb the vastness and love of your family. Now to say a big thank you for the most wonderful podcast. I have wanted to see the interior of Kaffe & Brandon’s house for years. Absolutely beautiful. Love to you & Madeleine. See you once again in 2022.
Thank you both Andrea and Madeleine. The music interlude with Derek was wonderfully informative and soothing, please consider having more segments like this. I hope you can get back to Australia trouble free.
Thank you so much this was such a wonderful show so beautifully presented and inspiring. I hope you have a great trip to Australia seeing your family again.x
My Christmas prayers included the two of you in this most challenging Christmas time. My admiration for your courage increases as time goes forward. Hugs🥰
Another entertaining and diverse episode. Your knitting projects are beautiful. Your features are unique and your interviews with Kafe and the tour of their home were inspiring! May good things come to you both in the New Year. ❤️ from 🇨🇦
Thank you for this gorgeous Christmas present, Andrea and Madeleine. Kaffe Fassett is such an inspiration. Andrea, I’ll keep my fingers crossed that the Australia trip can take place, you deserve it. Sorry Madeleine can’t join you. I hope that you were able to enjoy at least some of the Christmas cheer and that 2022 will prove a better year for you. 🤞🤞🤞❤️
Not an easy Christmas Season and we think of you and Madeleine at this time. You both are well loved and appreciated by your Patreons. You look beautiful. Thank you for this episode. Much love to you both.
loved very much too by those who cannot be patreons at this time, and wish you all the very best. Blessings to everyone.
This podcast with Kaffe, Brandon, your amazing questions and the beautiful things they have created is the most inspirational and lucid show I have ever seen! It is a treasure. You have produced a work of art with this format. The music is an added sensory thrill. I just can’t say enough about the beauty here. Kaffe an amazing artist and person and you have brought his artistry to us. Thanks so much.
What a charming interview with Kaffe Fassett and the end video coverage with your 2 nieces so adorable. I'm quite amazed at the courage that you two have on display here - may you both experience healing and a measure of joy through this season. Thank you for sharing so much beauty, talent and inspiration with us.
I am Very proud to be a Patron! This Great Grandmother travels the world while not leaving my recliner! Thank you for taking me along!
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Thank you Andrea amd Madeline!!! The two episodes with Kaffe are so enjoyable in whole that I will watch them again . Andrea, you ask the best questions in all your interviews.
One of the most beautiful and profound episodes with everything working together beautifully. Mr Fassett's views and Mr Gripper's guitar are a feast for the senses. Thank you so much for putting this show together! And I wish you much joy in Australia, Andrea ♥
LOVE THE VIDEOS, 1 & 2 of KAFFE …… I TOO LOVE ❤️ BOLD COLORS,LOVE QUILTING, CROSS STITCHING , CROCHET 🧶 AND KNITTING 🎉 IM GOING ON 73 and just got started on all this 3 yrs. Ago ….. I ALWAYS LEARN SOMETHING FROM YOUR VIDEOS and look 👀 forward to more 😊
Thank you for including Derek. His music was so beautiful.
What a rich and engrossing podcast. Thanks for your hard work and for bringing us these fantastic, professional podcasts.
Wonderful! Thank you for such an insightful interview! I’m so grateful Kaffe and Brandon welcomed you into their home.
Amazing, uplifting, joyous. This is a masterclass on how to produce the perfect episode of anything. No words are adequate but I thank you for this gift.
Where to begin to describe the delight of this episode. Anna’s designs and Derek’s music were perfectly combined with the glory of Kaffe to create so much emotion and enjoyment. I found myself tearing up from Derek’s music and during Kaffe and Brandon’s sections. Every minute was so enriching. Thank you to both of you for putting this together, no doubts about how much work went into making this magic happen. Andrea and Madeleine you are in my thoughts as you still learn to make a life without dearest Andrew by your side. As other Patrons have mentioned, we are here to support you both however you need. I do hope that you’ll be able to travel to Australia and be surrounded by loving family and familiar landscapes. Big hugs from me to you.💕
I came here for Kaffe - but I am staying for you ladies. I love your show, I learned a lot and I can't get enough of your soothing voices.. subscribed rightaway, thank you so much for creating this wonderful content.
Thank you for bringing me into your creative world. Your videos are so well orchestrated and bring quite an artist bent to each scene. I love your format … a little sharing, a little teaching, a bit of overlapping creative modalities, and motivational chats with other artists. Your interview with Kaffe was superb. I’m so excited to begin a new project. Be well, you two.
I just discovered your site and am very impressed. I’m A retired architect and have turned to fabric projects. But I’ve dabbled in knitting and crochet. I love Kaffe Fassett fabrics and use them a lot in my quilt projects. Thanks for your lovely program.
Theresa
Oh! This was the best episode ever. Loved the ending. I was thinking, "I want to see more of Brandon." Then there he was doing the closing segment! Love Kaffe Fassett's work. I first saw his quilt designs, oh so many years ago, when I was doing quilting, and going round to quilt conferences and conventions whenever I could. They were a new thing back then.
Loved this podcast. You and Madeleine add such a touch of professionalism and class to the RUclips world. I am honored to support you. The music was unexpected and WONDERFUL. I am also a widow and going through the season without my partner of 39 years. Time has gone by since his passing. I will tell you that it gets better. Not the same but a new "normal". The sweet memories remain and new memories are made.
Fascinating to hear Kaffe’s story - and then those mosaics with perfect musical accompaniment.
I think I love this second part even better! What an amazing interview! Thank you so much for all your work, and the inspiration to create. I think I have mentioned this before, and I will again: Andrea it was you that inspired me to challenge myself with my knitting. Your energy and enthusiasm for all things beautiful comes through bright and clear, even during your sad times. And Madeleine, of course, has your energy and also Andrew’s. She is a bright star!
Once again a beautiful program. How lucky we are to have you as a mentor and guide! Travel well - look forward to seeing you in Australia. Thanks to you both.
I don’t have anyone in my family who also knits, I can’t help but feel jealous that you both have knitting to share together. Hearing how you help each other in decisions, help block and finish projects - it just sounds so marvelous. One day I would love to be able to pass my work off to someone else and have them help me with a hard part - and trust them, too!
Such a wonderful episode. I must also mention that I think Alan Dart is such a wonderful person. Not only are his designs amazing, he also sounds like very a kind and warmhearted guy.
Everything about this episode lifted my spirit. Thank you.
Absolutely fascinating interview with Kaffe Fassett. I grew up with my parents having regular cocktail parties and a huge circle of friends. I aspired to that lifestyle when I was younger. Six decades on and single, I’m totally at peace listening to music and knitting, hand sewing or quilting when not working a job I love. That need for quiet and creativity comes with age for many, I think.
I have recently become bed bound and have been a fruity knitting addict! I had to become a patron; what good value your productions are and I love the interesting way you curate information. You have enriched my life beyond measure. Thankyou. Thinking of you both this time of the year, Andrew was a one in a million person💓
I’m late in getting to this episode, but, as usual, it was the most enjoyable 90 min of screen time I’ve had for quite some time. Thank you.
Kaffe Fasset is one of a kind. Your interview has taught me a lot about this gifted man. Thank you.
I so enjoyed the music segment! You widen my world in so many ways. Thank you.
Sending love from Atlanta, Georgia, USA. I think of you both so often and pray that you feel the love and support that surround you both.
Thank you for this fabulous episode. I loved your interview questions. Kaffe Fassett comes across as such a gorgeous human being!
Kaffe Fassett, you have inspired my imagination beyond belief!!! Thank you for you!
Wonderful episode ...inspirational to see all the creativity pouring out of Kaffe and Derek for the knitting community . I love the podcasts.
Another well put together video and great content. You really are a professional Andrea and your podcasts are worth every Patreon penny. I hope you can find some joy with your sisters and their lovely family. I bet the little knitters will be thrilled to show off their skills. Take care of yourself. ❤️
Thanks Andrea and Madeleine for this Christmas present.
As always the 'best' knitting podcast - diverse, intelligent. informative, inspirational and delightful !! It is a credit to you both Andrea and Madeleine. Hope you manage to get here - to Australia Andrea as it is a complex business these days - and it would be wonderful to see some film from 'here' - your nieces seem quite remarkable ! All good wishes to you both for the forthcoming year - may it bring you joy and 'peace'.
What a fabulous show! I loved the music and the way Derek explained everything. I hadn't heard of Anna Pack yet, and I will definitely look her up. Her designs are gorgeous, and I love her colours. Your interview with Kaffe Fasset was outstanding. Loved it. Madeleine is doing such a good job. Her shots in Kaffe Fassets house of you working were super. Wishing you all the best, I do hope you managed to get to Australia to be with your sisters. Love to you both
My patients waiting for your next program has been well rewarded.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and Madeleine this Christmas season. This time of year will always be difficult. Some years will be better than others. Both of my parents and my sister are gone. I have been divorced for 4 years, no children. I am estranged from the rest of my family as they are not healthy for me to be around. And I am alone with my pets so I just try to make the best of it. You are both blessed to have each other. My best advice would be to cherish your holiday memories of Andrew and hold them in your heart. As the days pass you will continue to get on with the business of life. But your grief is your own and don't listen to those who say to "move on" or "get over it". It is a difficult balance to continue to live your life and move forward without being dragged down with despair and feeling sorry for yourself. But you are surrounded by love and memories. I wish you peace and joy in 2022.
Wise words Joyce. I'm sorry you are alone, but you seem to have a good handle on what is important and special. I am now curious to ask 😄 - what pets do you have keeping you company? 😊
What a wonderful gift you have given us this Christmas season! Thank you both and God bless.
Such a beautiful episode, again! Thank you for all the time and effort that goes into these videos. Madeleine is a delight, I know you must be very proud!
What an amazing coincidence! I was watching this video while knitting on my 1x1 ribbed cuff and just as you announced the tutorial I checked my pattern which said 'cast off with tubular cast off'! Thanks for an excellent and timely tutorial! I've now used it to finish both cuffs and the neckline.
I really enjoyed this video - especially the interview with Kaffe and the very end when Kaffe moved over on the couch and welcomed Madeleine to join them. You are people with good souls.
What a great video. Thanks to Derek Gripper as well . Stunning. And great to hear about Kora and the teaching of the instrument. Love Madeleines projects, the vest and new Kim Hargreaves jumper.
What an amazing episode of Fruity loveliness! Thank you so much, Andrea and Madeleine for putting together such excellent and interesting entertainment, both artistic, crafty and musical. I hope you got to fly over to Oz and visit your family. Very best wishes xx
Absolutely lovely interview with Kaffe!
Thank you for a wonderful episode. I think of you both often and the challenges you are going through this year. You have many hearts around the world sending you wishes for love and peace at this holiday season.
Thanx again for this lovely and inspiring episode! Wish you both all the best for the coming year and a save trip for Andrea to down under!
The vest you knit in Brioche Madeleine is absolutely lovely, it fits you so nicely and the couple of tops you modeled it with is very nice. I enjoy your program and thank you for the wonderful content. I’m inspired.
I have been very inspired by the collection of coloured vases and china in this video. Thanks very much for making your visit a two-part presentation. So much depth and detail needed this extended dialogue and time to see some much displayed. Hoping you find some peace in your visit in Australia.
How wonderful! This episode was absolutely priceless!! I am so very thrilled to see you two again and NOW we are watching your nieces grow up-waiting for the twins arrival!! Hugs!!
Happy holidays during this bittersweet time. Sorrow becomes less sharp and less crushing because we think " I am glad I have had the good times and the good qualities and then the pain of losing it. "
Wonderful fortune to be able to introduce us to Derek Gripper and his evocative music. Have a beautiful trip to Australia. I’m sure the love and support of your family will bring you some peace. You and Madeleine are inspirations.
I keep saying this but this video must be your best ever. You have a natural talent for presenting and striking a very interesting balance between personal projects and chat, to technical knowhow, to supporting other makers and designers and extra interest. Well done to both of you, it was excellent. If anyone watching isn't a patron already - become one today. If you love knitting this is a great way to support it. Thankyou.
Thanks for this video. It was such a pleasure to watch. Hope you find some peace and comfort in Australia Andrea. Madeleine, your waistcoat is beautiful xx
Thank you all for a wonderful colourful episode, I loved seeing all this colours and patterns and texture, and the two cuties at the end are adorable. Happy New Year to you all.
Inspirational, thank you. I do hope you’ve been able to get to Australia and that you’re enjoying time with your family.
Thank you Andrea & Madeline for another Wonderful episode! Way to go Andrew to suggest that you interview Kaffe! So fascinating. He & Brandon were so kind & generous to share their home with you & all of us! Congrats on your vest Madeline. It looks great on you. Andrea, I hope that you were able to get away, & that you are soaking up some healing time & sun in Australia. By-the-way, the fact that you are still struggling is normal. It's going to take a long time to grieve such a wonderful love. I hope that you are kind to, & have patience with yourself... both of you. Happy New Year you two! Thanks again, & I'll see you in 2022.
Dear Andrea and Madeleine. As always I enjoyed very much so see You again. I knitted a Kaffe Fasset sweater in the early 1990 and is was great too see the interwiew and their house. I hope You got to Australia - have a great time with the family and get back with new energy.
THe addition of Derek in the Makers section of the episode is a wonderful exploration of this wonderful music!! Love the direction and focus of your podcast!! Happy New Year to both of you!!
I have loved this 2 part series with Kaffe - what an absolute treat. Thanks so much.
I always love your videos, but this 2-part series is extra special. Thank you for your creativity and for sharing Kaffee’s work. I’m already planning a sweater and a needlepoint cushion (pillow to this American). Happy New Year to both of you, Andrea & Madeleine. I pray 2022 will be filled with comfort, love & healing.
Madeleine, I love that colour of blue...ocean rain. So pretty! And I also love how you are being as adventurous as your mom in playing with different yarns and gauges and pattern adjustments. Cables are still on my "to do" learning list. My heart and hands sing with colourwork and even stocking stitch socks. Lace a wee bit, but I'm still ambivalent about cables and have no clue why.
Oh Andrea, what a delight the Derek Gripper section is! One of my sons is a guitarist and my husband came from SA. Even without those connections, I am so impressed with everything he says about learning, just like knitting one note/stitch at a time!
The interview with Kaffe Fassett sharing his philosophy of life and Brandon showing their beautiful home, oh my! This is probably at the top of my favourite Fruity Knitting episodes. Andrew would be so proud of what you and Madeleine are doing!
Many, many thanks for this Christmas gift to me. HUgs and best wishes for a safe journey to Australia for lots of family love and hugs and healing. And good luck Madeleine with your exams.
Totally Lovely!!.. thank you two So much🍀🙏🏽 Much Love and Light for you Beautiful lovely ladies💝..
Thank you for this, I am afraid I haven't picked up any knitting for a long time. Watching you has inspired me to get going again. My best wishes for you and Madeleine at what I imagine was a difficult Christmas. Hopefully, there were some smiles and good memories. Happy New Year.
Thank you so much for this episode, so full of culture, colour and philosophy. I do hope you get to go to Australia to see your family and to get some sunshine. I am viewing this in the new year, so all the best with love from Australia.
Thank you Andrea and Madeleine for such a brilliant and inspirational podcast....all the sections but especially the Kaffe Fasset section and your adorable nieces at the end! I hope you are able to get to Australia Andrea and can find comfort in seeing your family after so many years! You are two brave women in continuing with producing this podcast after losing Andrew. ❤
Happy New Years 💖🤗💖 I So Know also you will feel his love and all of my heart ❣️ to yours. Be Blessed and Thank you so much for your lovely stories and of course tips and tricks. Enjoy your special guests, too!
One of my favourite episodes. Felt like I experienced all Andrea's passions in one episode, really enjoyed the classical guitar. Thinking of you both (and your dog) at this difficult time. xxx
Another beautiful episode ♥️ Thank you both, and of course a huge thanks to all the featured artists and interviewees. Kaffe has been such a treat! Thinking of you, Andrea and Madeleine, especially today. Firsts are so difficult, I know you’ll find strength in each other. Good luck for your travel plans, Andrea. Take care, lots of love xxx
All episodes are fantastic, but these last 2 have been 2 of the best :D
I loved that Kaffe spoke of the respect Europeans have for their urban and rural culture, and that grabbed him from Day 1. Christmas is very precious and central to European and Western culture etc.
Dear Andrea, I lost someone, too, this year. You don't know how much comfort it gives me to go to your videos with Madeline and see you are still going strong. I'm learning that keeping on with those activities that give me joy is the best comfort.
Outstanding couple of episodes - I have a number of Kaffe Fassett books which I bought just to gaze upon the artistry and the colours and feel inspired by the creativity. The two of you are amazing. I remember my first Christmas after losing Michael in the October and it wasn't an easy time, that's for sure. I have been thinking about you especially at this holiday season. You are doing a fantastic job with keeping the high standards of Fruity Knitting going. Much love.
A breathtaking video from beginning to end. Safe travels to Australia.
Still the best ever knitting podcast! Thank you Andrea and Madeleine for another inspiring episode! Prayers for you to be able to travel to Australia and see loved ones, to do some self care and to bring us a bit of the knitting scene Down Under.
Really enjoyed these last two episodes. Liked the addition of the Griot music/storytelling tradition. Being a storyteller myself there are so many connections between the oral tradition of storytelling and textiles. Weaving a story, spinning a tale/yarn alongside the stories that have weaving and sewing in, the Three Fates.
Also, your family in Australia look like that have several "Waldorf" inspired toys. I'm also a Steiner kindergarten teacher so I see the signs!
Andrea and Madeline, I love your show and have been thinking of you this whole year. I live in Germany too originally from the UK. Huge Thanks for everything you do. Healing and Blessings 🙏🏽❤️
The music in this episode is so wonderful. Thank you Andrea and Madeline!
Such a mesmerizing episode. Had me glued to screen. Andrea you are indeed very precious. Loved Anna , Derek and Kaffe Fassett. Thank you Madeleine and Andrea
Wonderful episode! Thank You for the music! Blessings for both of you beautiful.
You saved this for our Christmas gift 🎁 thank you 😊 sending love ❤️ from 🇬🇧
When Madeleine looks at you while you talk Andrea , I just see Andrew , the love he had in his eyes for you is now in Madeleines eyes xxx
Congratulations 👏🏽 Auntie Andrea .
This may be your best podcast yet! I really enjoyed listening to Derek’s music (wow!) and Kaffe and Brandon’s stories and musings. So much fun!
Dear Andrea and Madeleine- thank you both once again for a wonderful episode- a feast for the eyes- so full of colour and wonder 😊 and Andrea I do hope that your plans for a trip home eventuate- the sun on your face, the sand beneath your toes and the beautiful breeze will help! And as for those dear little nieces- all 4 of them now- they’re sure to lift your spirits! Safe travels from Elizabeth in Tasmania
Thank you so much for this wonderful episode! I know this is probably a hard time of year for you... i pray you have been able to travel to Australia by now, and are enjoying being with family. Be sure to hug all those little girls!
Thank you so much for continuing to share both creatively and also your personal journey. I have so enjoyed this most recent series where you interview Kaffe Fassett. Also, your nieces at the end are adorable! What amazing talent already; knitting and looking at the camera. Hoping that you were able to get to Australia and spend time with your sisters.
Safe travels and a huge welcome home from the Aussie knitting community!!!!
Thank you for another amazing episode.
Thank you so much for this wonderful episode. Dereks music reminds me very much of Sitar music. He also mentioned, that the other Kora player learned from his grandfather to play. He was only given 2 notes for 2 weeks. Then one more for 2 weeks... and so on. First of all, this is a string instrument... And to train one's perception, (in German "absolutes Gehör"), it is imperativ to train the ear to one or two tones at the time. So he became an expert player "by ear" in the time of one year, which may have taken him many years otherwise.
I love your podcast, and will become a patron soon.
Thank you for your efforts in this difficult season. I hope you can have an extended stay in your home country, and that if energy permits, you can introduce us to fiver artists from there. Safe travels.
Now I really want to paint my flat with lots of colours, while listening to beautiful guitar music.
Thank you for another great episode, you two are such talented journalists.
Thanks for another great episode! I was lucky enough to see/hear Derek Gripper
live in Johannesburg a few years back.
Thank you for continuing to produce these wonderful episodes full of creativity, beauty and interest. I love segment with Derek Gripper (even though it's not knitting!) and I'm so glad you continue to include segments for Knitters of the World. As always, another high quality episode. Well done Andrea and Madeleine!
Thank you for this great episode! The music is captivating as the personality of Kaffe! 💗
Wow... you ladies nailed it! You both look fantastic! I am so glad you decided to add back Knitters of the World. This was always one of my favorite things to watch. The quality of your work keeps getting better and better. Wishing you both all the best in the new year and in your travels. Take care and be safe. Warmest wishes, your devoted Patreon fan, Stephanie
Thank you for another fabulous episode. It has been enjoyable to spend a quiet Christmas Day with you two and your inspirational guests. Derek Gripper took Kent and me back to 1989 when we went to Senegal and Mali strictly to absorb whatever we encountered. We fell in love with cora music and returned with disks of the greats. At this time electric guitar was starting to overtake the traditional players. Memories flooded in to me as I listened to Derek's talk and music. What a brilliant artist. Having little money, Kent and I took bush taxis through parts of Mali. The drivers played only traditional music on rough cds. The various people in the vehicle represented different ethnic groups and did not speak to each other. Once we had a griot beside us. The entire trip was profound, especially in terms of music. Thank you for your interviews with Kaffe Fasset. I hope I will have his vitality, creativity and spirit when I am his age. Thanks again Andrea and Madeline. Happy 2022 and good luck with your upcoming ventures.
Wow! A great program 👍
Thanks for showcasing Anna from Nottingham (only a short car journey from me) she works with Fruit Fusion who I know of and have ordered yarn from. Highly recommended 👌 All the best Helen x
What a beautiful episode! Gorgeous knitting, stunning music and fabulous interview with Kaffe! Must be a difficult time for you both but Andrew would be so proud of his girls.
Enjoy your visit home Andrea xx
So good to hear that you will hopefully be heading for Australia. You need the light and to feel the warm (hot) sun on your body. It might help to heal you during this very sad time in your life. take time to just be still and absorb the vastness and love of your family.
Now to say a big thank you for the most wonderful podcast. I have wanted to see the interior of Kaffe & Brandon’s house for years. Absolutely beautiful. Love to you & Madeleine. See you once again in 2022.
Thank you both Andrea and Madeleine. The music interlude with Derek was wonderfully informative and soothing, please consider having more segments like this. I hope you can get back to Australia trouble free.
Thank you so much this was such a wonderful show so beautifully presented and inspiring. I hope you have a great trip to Australia seeing your family again.x
My Christmas prayers included the two of you in this most challenging Christmas time. My admiration for your courage increases as time goes forward. Hugs🥰
Another entertaining and diverse episode. Your knitting projects are beautiful. Your features are unique and your interviews with Kafe and the tour of their home were inspiring! May good things come to you both in the New Year. ❤️ from 🇨🇦
An amazing episode, bravi! The music, the tutorials, the wonderful interviews--what great questions you asked of Kaffe Fassett. Thank you.
Thank you for this gorgeous Christmas present, Andrea and Madeleine. Kaffe Fassett is such an inspiration. Andrea, I’ll keep my fingers crossed that the Australia trip can take place, you deserve it. Sorry Madeleine can’t join you. I hope that you were able to enjoy at least some of the Christmas cheer and that 2022 will prove a better year for you. 🤞🤞🤞❤️