Sequence Knitting with Cecelia Campochiaro Fiberchats, Episode: 194

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  • Опубліковано 29 вер 2024
  • Cecelia Campochiaro appeared on the knitting scene in 2015 with her debut book, Sequence Knitting.Knitting was a causal pastime until she had an ah-ha moment in 2010 and realized that interestingtextured fabrics could be created by the simple repetition of a sequence of stitches. This idea evolvedand led to her writing Sequence Knitting, which is a reference book about this mindful approach toknitting.In the years since Sequence Knittingdebuted, she has continued to develop new ideas in knitting.Sequence Knittingis about texture, and her new book, Making Marls, is about color. In Making Marls, thetechnique of working multiple strands together as oneis explored as a way to create colorwork in handknitting.Cecelialives in Silicon Valley, where for many years she developed specialized microscopes used incomputer chip manufacturing. Textiles, photography and the arts have been a lifelong passion runningin parallel with her technical life. In high school and college even though her main studies were in thesciences, shealsostudied drawing, printmaking, ceramics, and photography.Not only is she interested in the arts and knitting, but also in books. Books have been the primarymechanism for knowledge transfer for over a thousand years. One of her missions is to honor thattradition and create books that are both informative, and also beautiful objects in and of themselves.Makers love beautiful things, and Cecelia feels strongly that books should be as lovely as tools and yarns.Today she is fully dedicated to the fiber world and “unventing” new ways to make amazing knit fabrics
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КОМЕНТАРІ • 85

  • @jodyj7216
    @jodyj7216 Рік тому +13

    Am constantly updating my "Best Fiberchats episode" pick, but this has to be it. Superb, sublime, and inspiring. Cecelia is brilliant. I love to hear her perspectives, knitting and otherwise. Such a great interview!!

    • @Fiberchats
      @Fiberchats  Рік тому +1

      Thank you so much! You just made my day!

  • @Izzybeff1974
    @Izzybeff1974 Рік тому

    Terrific interview! I can't wait to take classes with Cecelia at Stitches West.

  • @WoolRevival
    @WoolRevival Рік тому

    Thank you for introducing Cecelia to us! Such a great conversation with a very smart and engaging woman. I’ve spent 30 years as a hair color specialist prior to becoming a knitter. I can completely relate to her interest in the way the same yarn can be manipulated to get different end results.

  • @astridermanis7534
    @astridermanis7534 Рік тому +8

    Irina, you have a True Gift! You are a careful listener and a brilliant host and questioner. Another great episode.

  • @rehrerrobin6025
    @rehrerrobin6025 Рік тому +2

    Loved the honest way that Cecelia shared her story. hope I have an opportunity to take a class from her...Irina, you shine as an interviewer!

  • @apassionforlace
    @apassionforlace Рік тому +1

    Hello Cecelia, nice to meet you.
    I have never done marling or sequence. It would be hard for my hands to work with fuller yarns and those held doubled!
    Can I give you advise?
    I have learned a lot here on UA-cam regarding Social Media. Especially for Instagram. I watch those while I'm knitting.
    It's also being regular with posting, same time (i. e), so your audience will know when to expect something.
    I'm the designer of the blue shawl behind Irina. 😁

  • @btakane7169
    @btakane7169 3 місяці тому +1

    Aloha from Hawaii! I love 5 lb books! 🌺

  • @attheranch873
    @attheranch873 2 місяці тому

    It’s so odd to hear someone referred to any type of knitting as “selfish“. Sounds like a moral judgment being applied to a craft😂

  • @lesliecaponey4116
    @lesliecaponey4116 3 дні тому

    What a great interview!

  • @traceybeattie554
    @traceybeattie554 Рік тому +1

    Really enjoyed this interview. Once again you have interviewed someone I hadn't heard of and I'm off once again to look into some interesting ideas and patterns. Thank you to you both.

  • @Yarnloveturtle
    @Yarnloveturtle Рік тому

    Can I give this one like 100 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻! This was a fascinating conversation, in part because Cecelia has a unique and brilliant approach to design and fabric. And yes intimidating at first😊 Do you ever feel like you have more questions that you didn’t ask during the interview? I feel like this one might have an epilogue someday!

    • @Fiberchats
      @Fiberchats  Рік тому +1

      Oh, almost always. And yes, I might ask Cecelia back for my how become a better knitter series

  • @angiewillsonarte
    @angiewillsonarte 3 місяці тому

    love this so much

  • @patchesandrefit
    @patchesandrefit 2 місяці тому

    Wonderful interview, thank you, Irina! And wow I’m so inspired by your designs, thinking and process Cecelia hoping to meet you someday. ❤

    • @Fiberchats
      @Fiberchats  2 місяці тому

      Cecilia is such a kind, warm and humble person!

  • @jo-annefalconer6280
    @jo-annefalconer6280 4 місяці тому

    loved watching this again, I knitted the Viva cowl designed by Libby Jonson after she read and credited Cecilias making marls. Love the sequence knitting idea will go look for that book now.

    • @Fiberchats
      @Fiberchats  4 місяці тому +1

      I loved taking a class with Cecilia, seemingly simple, but very pretty

  • @MargotM
    @MargotM Рік тому +1

    Wonderful interview Irina. Cecilia is a true inspiration. I've not heard of her books and but I now know what my partner can get me for Christmas!

    • @Fiberchats
      @Fiberchats  Рік тому

      Yes, a perfect gift for any knitter

  • @cindyrowits1536
    @cindyrowits1536 Рік тому

    WOW, what a wonderful interview. Very well thought out questions and honest answers. I can completely relate to the comments about working in technology with mainly men. Thank You to both of you for the interview!!

  • @lovemesomeslippers
    @lovemesomeslippers Рік тому +2

    Fabulous interviewer, fabulous interviewee. This was an absolute delight. I’m so inspired. I’m interested in learning but I haven’t known what’s out there. I’m fired up to explore sequence knitting and marling. I thought marling was really just random and the random unknown is what I don’t like. Applying more knowledge will make it more fun for me.

    • @Fiberchats
      @Fiberchats  Рік тому

      I had the same misconception prior to this interview

  • @reggieInside2023
    @reggieInside2023 Рік тому

    Making Marls is a wonderful book! Great conversation. "Selfish knitting" is a phrase I haven't heard before - lots of baggage with that one. Yikes! LOL.

    • @Fiberchats
      @Fiberchats  Рік тому

      I’m putting a special episode about all the issues of being creative. It’s coming out this Wednesday

  • @meadowrobin7511
    @meadowrobin7511 Рік тому

    Wonderful interview - both of you!! Thank you.

  • @helenstill2292
    @helenstill2292 Рік тому

    Thank you both for such an interesting and inspiring interview!

  • @jamiethrogmorton2540
    @jamiethrogmorton2540 Рік тому

    What is the neon turquoise shawl behind you Irina?

    • @Fiberchats
      @Fiberchats  Рік тому

      it's called The Second One by A Passion for Lace (aka Monique Boonstra)

  • @Serenity-fu8xz
    @Serenity-fu8xz Рік тому

    Wow incredible thank you!!!!

  • @inbal_gross_knitting
    @inbal_gross_knitting Рік тому

    Thank you for this interview! Cecelia is one of the greatest, abd her work is so important! I tried to get her books but they are out of stock 😀 hopefully one day I could get my hands on a copy ❤️

  • @simonefrey7116
    @simonefrey7116 Рік тому

    Sequence Knitting and Marls are on the same board with Barbara Walker's Treasuries in my little knitting library. Actually even more prominent, because the books are so big and beautiful. I'd love to add a third one and the little white/gray swatches look so interesting! I like the thorough investigation of knitting science in Cecelia's books. Knitting is coding yarn, after all, and exploring the how and why is the very best part. Process knitting is good entertainment.
    @ Cecelia: Please make the big book, and then maybe some smaller affordable ones, maybe something like the Field Guides - but those cannot take the place of a real reference work! We need both!

    • @Fiberchats
      @Fiberchats  Рік тому

      I vote big books as well

    • @simonefrey7116
      @simonefrey7116 Рік тому +1

      @@Fiberchats there are so many books around for the project oriented knitter ... and so very few for the process oriented exploration and theory loving squad!

  • @nicolelafontaine1720
    @nicolelafontaine1720 Рік тому

    Cecelia Campochiaro work is fascinating. What a brain ! Thanks for presenting her. Irina did you knit the lovely grey sweater you are wearing, what pattern is it ?

    • @Fiberchats
      @Fiberchats  Рік тому

      I can’t take credit for this sweater, it was purchased in a store.

    • @nicolelafontaine1720
      @nicolelafontaine1720 Рік тому

      @@Fiberchats That's why I couldn't find it on your ravelry page !!!

  • @nz-nz
    @nz-nz 3 місяці тому

    What a most enjoyable interview!!!
    Thank you ladies ❤️

  • @jamiethrogmorton2540
    @jamiethrogmorton2540 Рік тому

    I couldn’t agree with you more Cecilia, I’m in my happiest place when I’m learning something new.

  • @rociochon2033
    @rociochon2033 Рік тому

    You empower my knitting, Cecelia! Look forward to your next inspirational book!

  • @frivolousfrugalknittingpod7473

    What an amazing designer - she is so inspiring! I want to knit the vest she was wearing during the interview. Thank you for a great interview!

    • @Fiberchats
      @Fiberchats  Рік тому

      Thanks for watching! ❤️❤️

  • @sleepydrJ
    @sleepydrJ Рік тому

    You are a masterful interviewer!!!
    Every video manages to be interesting! Your long-format videos allow discussion of really interesting concepts! Lots to think about.

    • @Fiberchats
      @Fiberchats  Рік тому

      I’m so glad you find it thought provoking

  • @barbh1505
    @barbh1505 Рік тому

    This was an excellent interview!!!! Cecelia is a fascinating person. Wow!!!🧶

  • @StormsEnd1604
    @StormsEnd1604 Рік тому

    I am currently working on a Rizmu shawl that Cecilia created for Knit Stars several years ago. It’s gorgeous and so rhythmical to knit.

  • @jentextiles
    @jentextiles Рік тому

    Great interview, thanks the fascinating interview. The scientific background explains the devotion to her subject. She talks so much sense. Loved it. I worked with many scientist / doctor types with hidden creative side to them once you got to know them. Jen x

    • @Fiberchats
      @Fiberchats  Рік тому

      Yes, it’s always so fascinating

  • @quil10it
    @quil10it Рік тому

    Thank you for this interview. I admire Cecelia so much. Her work is inspirational.

  • @carlacrazymom
    @carlacrazymom Рік тому

    I truly enjoyed this episode. I would like to sit down with Cecelia and just visit, compare careers, and learn from her. This interview was inspiring.

  • @Suzibee65
    @Suzibee65 Рік тому

    That was a very inspiring interview! Cecelia is the kind of knitter's author I would definitely have in my home reference library. I love marls as a handspinner and knitter of marls.

  • @chet1051
    @chet1051 Рік тому

    LisaR: Cecilia's books spark endless creativity. I was fortunate to take her sequence knitting classes at Vogue Knitting Live . It was a true privilege to experience . There are so many ways to use this brilliant concept , It's truly endless. Her sample pieces were fabulous that she brought to class .

  • @clarebartkowski4440
    @clarebartkowski4440 Рік тому

    I thoroughly enjoyed this interview, Irina. Cecelia was very easy to listen to and she explained herself so well.
    I had never heard of sequential knitting or marl knitting. They are both very interesting concepts and my mind is skipping around with what I can do with what I learnt today. ❤️💛🧡

    • @Fiberchats
      @Fiberchats  Рік тому

      I love marling for all those leftovers. The last time I did it was when I knitted Whatever sweater by Julieknitsinparis

  • @jo-annefalconer6280
    @jo-annefalconer6280 Рік тому

    I loved "Making Marls" Cecilia is truly inspiring, also

  • @patmorgan8692
    @patmorgan8692 Рік тому

    What a wonderful interview. I could listen to Cecelia all day. What a treat to be in one of her classes! Thanks for bringing all of this knitting inspiration to us!

  • @lindariccardohenderson1656
    @lindariccardohenderson1656 Рік тому

    Great interview, I’ve heard most of Cecelia’s interviews and she never disappoints. I am grateful for her contributions to the art form.

  • @Liz.Green789
    @Liz.Green789 Рік тому

    Another very nice conversation. Thank you both.

  • @catnapper3923
    @catnapper3923 Рік тому

    Well done, both of you, and many thanks.

  • @cydneycolvig656
    @cydneycolvig656 Рік тому

    Irina, this was awesome. Best interview yet!