Do you know Gayna i love watching you and your family in your gorgeous house. It makes me feel so relaxed to see you all enjoying each other and seeing youve been busy with. I dip in and out put of your channel all the time for that feel good feeling. Many thanks xxx
I loved listening to you and watching your video. It is though I’m right there and we are having tea together chatting. Thank you for sharing so much with us. You are delightful!
I think being an only child and growing up having one sided conversations with myself helps create that sense of me talking directly to you while you have you’re feet up and listen to me twittering on. That was a long sentence! Ha! Thank you for sitting with me while I chatter away x
Fantastic gifts from friends pity because of bureaucracy you have to explain I am happy to see your gifts I just love Bonny ( lolloping love ) trying to be a Margot & curl in My my girl you make great Yorkshire Puddings I was salivating 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
My Yorkshire’s were always rubbish. I tried so hard! I used dozens of different “failsafe” recipes snd none worked well. Then my dad told me his “method” and I have never looked back. They really do work every time now. X
I love your Covid cardi.......last year 4 of us in my knitting group knitted the same cardi pattern during lockdown, and they are affectionately known as the Covid cardis .....lol 😁🧶🧶🧶 Lovely catching up with you. Bristol.
Wow to Wells cathedral. Cathedrals always make me cry when I go to visit one. I thinks it’s the scale and wonderment about how they were built. If you haven’t read the Ken Follett Kingsbridge trilogy I highly recommend them - they follow the building of a cathedral and are fascinating.
I know what you mean. There’s a vibration that hums about these places. I feel like the volume of people worshipping and praying to the same “vision” creates some kind of energy. I feel the closest to my god when I am in these places of worship and with my Nic the Vic. My mum has sent me the links to those books on audible. They are in my queue and I think I should jump straight to them. X
thats really good for your first spin I have a ashford double treddle as it helps with my spine issues and it has a travel bag so I can take it with me to groups
Hurray you have a spinning wheel! What fun to see you buy fiber and also love your finished yarn! ( also fabulous first spin!) The joy and rewards that little wheel will bring!XO P.S. You had better clear out a cupboard...the rabbit whole of spinning fiber is very deep
Looking forward to seeing what you spin, I got an little e spinner for my birthday, it's fun but I've still not got thr knack yet! Oh and those Yorkshire puddings 😍💜
@@talesfromcuckooland seems like forever! Lol.... glad you're keeping busy and enjoying your summer. It is hotter than heck here, makes it hard to work in the garden.
Hi Gayna! Happy belated birthday! Your podcast is one of my absolute favourites and you're an inspiration (I love your colour palette, outlook and home decor). Thank you for sharing snippets of your life, it's always a pleasure watching you xx
Always such a treat when your new vlogs pop up. I love to hear you waffle on about all that's going on in your life, seeing the dogs, boys and Toby pop in and out of frame. That Ballard Belle color is a stunner. Thank you for sharing your time with us all.
Hi, Gayna. Welcome back! I agree about social media. I'm rarely on IG, totally off FB since Christmas and only watch YT videos and enjoying life. l love that you're watching your old videos because that's why you made them in the first place. You are still my favorite vlogger, Gayna.
How lovely to see you Gayna and happy belated birthday x How lovely to get your spinning wheel ! I’m sure you will practice and get very proficient at it. I’ve never spun so have no idea but it always looks so relaxing! Take care of yourselves xx
I'm so late catching up with your lovely vlogs. What a pleasure it is to spend time with you, to see what you're up too and all. Thank you sweet Gayna! 😘💕
My vlogs are here ready and waiting whenever you are ready. Please never feel pressured to keep up. Just come along when you can. Thank you for commenting, it’s so lovely to know you stopped by x
Gayna!! Lovely to see you and so glad the UK is opening up. Isn’t it grand to be able to spend time with your regular peeps again? Thanks so much for popping in to share life. If I could have one wish it would be to taste your amazing roast dinner; those Yorkshire puddings looked like heaven 🥰. Enjoy all your new yarn-y gifts!!
Oh wow you did an incredible job of your first spin,on my list of things I would love to try, it looks so easy when others do it but I know its really difficult well done you, love the story of Pete on the swing lol I'm sure the socks will be worn and loved, I love all your gifts such beautiful yarns and to have one named after you what a special gift,great vlog takcare xx
The fact that the yarn is so perfectly me as well, so lucky!! I can’t wait to knit up a jumper in it. Aww yes, Pete is a dolly. I don’t think he knows what to make of me because I’m like an excited puppy 😂
I'm loving watching your vlogs. It feels like having a chat with a friend. You have a beautiful home and garden and it's very calming to listen to you. Keep on doing what you're doing, l love it 😊
Your handspun is gorgeous! I learned how to spin 20 years ago, but I never got my own wheel. A Lendrum wheel is on my wish list. My sister is an incredible spinner and dyer who has inspired me all my life. Continued joy in your spinning and knitting!
Happy belated Birthday young Lady🎂♥️ I had to pause and shop for a bit at Lay Family Yarn❣️ Congratulations on a yarn named in your honor, Gayna🥰 Well deserved too!
I still can remember that Toby said in the beginning: who will watch your video's. Well ... I still do. love your gifts and that spinningwheel. Bunny is so cute.
I love your vlogs it's always a joy to see you plus knitting and Margo l would love a Margo but l don't think my lottie would be impressed she doesn't like to share, l love knitting socks but l don't like wearing them l have a draw full of them they are pretty lol 😊♥️
@@talesfromcuckooland l would knit all of them just wouldn't wear them l get too hot even on a really cold day taking lottie for a walk l would be stripping off, no hope for me but l would make them for family l just love knitting and sewing l love your lovely craft room it looks so cosy 😊♥️
Love a Gayna video 🌸 wow you're spinning is amazing!!! Joined the Cuckoo's clobber so I shall keep an eye out but I've put a ten tone of weight on so I might be totally out of luck! Hahaha... I adore all your handmade clothes and cardis, so wish I could make clothes like that! 💜💛🧡
You can do anything if you have a go and take it slowly. Just try, what have your got to lose? As adults it’s hard to try new things because we worry about wasting time but time enjoyed or learning is never wasted.
Hi Gayna, I’m so happy that you are still doing podcasts. When things are gloomy and I’m melancholy, I watch you to put me in a better place. I don’t ever do FB, Twitter , but sometimes, Instagram. I always do love cuckoo land. As I heard was British.....I wish I could “pop in” sometime. I’d love to walk your “garden” and “waffle” a bit with you. Love to you and the guys and pups from Indiana, USA
So lovely to see you today! I was holding my 2 yr old rescue (8 lb) dog (his name happens to be Tobi), when Bunny got on your lap. 🤣 They're a little different in size! Your Flossie socks are very pretty. You received some beautiful gifts!! 💖
Thank you so much for the pictures of Wells cathedral, i used to go there every week on the bus for market day and a scone in the cloisters. Such a lovely peaceful feeling in the cathedral. Your first attempt at spinning is really good, the yarn is well balanced as it hangs straight not twisting. I have got a Kiwi 3 too and love it.
I have so much to learn with spinning. I don’t have great ambitions, I’ll be happy to spin a consistent 4ply so I can knit a sweater. I love the repetitive motion and how it stills the mind…much like Wells cathedral. I wonder if the energy of all those people who over the years have worshiped are imbued within the walls.
@@talesfromcuckooland I love it at Wells cathedral when you go up the steps to the chapter house. The stone steps are so worn with many, many people who have walked up there in the past to the meetings in the chapter house. It makes me feel part of the history of Somerset.
Such a lovely catch up! Your hand spun yarn is just beautiful. I can't wait to see it knit up. Wells Cathedral is now on my list of places to visit whenever I am able to scoot "across the pond". Just beautiful. I, too, am in love with Ballard Bella from Lay Family Yarn. I may need to go lock up my credit card for a bit! Have a lovely July!
Wells is a beautiful tiny city. Plenty to see and also very close to a few other interesting places. Cheddar Gorge (largest natural limestone forge in Europe), Wookey Hole (magnificent caves), Glastonbury tor… I’m probably forgetting a few!
Thank you for your podcast. I always enjoy watching. I wonder if you have ever thought about doing a make up video? With you mentioning cutting down on your beauty products, I just thought it would be a good idea. After the last year and a half, not really wearing much makeup day to day, I would really appreciate a more simpler way of applying makeup. Your Yorkshire puddings looked fantastic, as did the whole meal. Have a good weekend.
I’m still working on getting my make up more eco. I’m starting with using up what I have. I have been through it all and ditched the expired stuff (took it to the recycling makeup thing in the supermarket, think it’s by maybelline) and now I’m fathoming out what replacements I like best. Struggling with mascara and foundation the most.
Your spinning looks great! I have an Ashford Traditional and I love it! I visited their headquarters when I was in New Zealand last year and it was lovely. ☺️🧶
Aw cuckoo it was a thrill to see your video post yippee you’re back I miss seeing you and your little bit of world…how’s the boys? Toby? Heard him singing a bit 😂😂 covid was a bit sad but also a bit healing it made us slow down, get closer and now it’s weird…..I hope you continue sharing I love seeing your life……happy belated birthday dear………what a beautiful gift Toby gifted you your spinning-is gorgeous! Please share link to your destash group…….love spending the evening with you…..miss sherie if you see her tell her her blogs are missed as well ❤️❤️❤️hugs
I have really enjoyed time spent spinning. I can’t believe I can do it! The only problem is it takes me away from knitting. My destash is @cuckoosclobber on IG.
Hello dear Cuckoo! You have done an amazing job with spinning the yarn. The colour combination is so pretty. You got some lovely birthday gifts. I bet Pete was so chuffed and touched that you spent the time knitting the socks for him. They were the perfect way to say thank you to him for the swing. He seems like such a lovely man. You made me laugh when you said you thought he felt trapped on the swing with you. I bet he loves your company regardless of whether he had to go or not. Have you noticed how the markings on Bunny's head look just like a badgers head from the top? I only just noticed it. You should knit everything in the knitting book. It all looked very nice. I can remember your earlier video when you said about Toby making the comment about who would want to watch you. Well, a lot do. Also you would have not got the minibus without YT either! I can totally understand about the clothes. When I finished work three years ago I kept a lot of blouses/shirts but have now had a cull. I did not need all those white shirts. Two was enough and also a lot of other things went too. I used to wear manmade shoes as I was border line vegan at one time until I heard someone mention about all the plastic used in the making of them. So I am now back to leather shoes. Well, I have rambled on, so it was lovely to have a little catch up. Take care. XXX
Bunny is exactly like a badger! We call her badger sometimes, it’s one of her many nicknames. More often lately she is “bunny bin raider! I think Pete is happy with his socks, he keeps leaving plants on my doorstep. I’m all for being vegan but I am baffled how an avocado flown thousands of miles from Mexico is deemed better than a local organic chicken? How plastic leather is better than a natural biodegradable product. I also don’t understand fake meat products, they are so processed. I don’t understand that either. I need it all explaining to me so I can get my head around it.
I was looking at 'Ballard Bella' yarn the other day and I loved it, it reminds me a little of a Thrush egg, I've been looking for a color way that is like a Thrushes egg. I've nearly finished a pair of 8ply socks in Cleckheaton Country Naturals in a pretty pale blue with brown flecks,. Love all your gifts and your spinning is awesome. You know I am the same with clothes these days and hardly ever wear make up any more, I am more comfortable in my skin these days, it's a good place to be xx
It’s such lovely yarn. I love it! Can’t believe it’s named after me 🥰 I still love clothes but I simply don’t need as much as I always felt I needed. Same with make up. I used to enjoy doing different looks, now I just want to look awake 😂
I am a sight that’s for sure!! Ha! I really should make more effect with hair, make up and background for these videos but I just can’t fake it. I can’t do it!
I agree with you. Getting out again after being at home the last year is a bit daunting. I haven’t figured it out yet. I am more comfortable at home, but I feel I should start getting out more. It is very unsettling.
Unsettling is the word! I’m trying to pace myself as if I accept every “invitation” there’s no time left for slowing up and catching up with myself. I’ve realised that’s vital to my wellbeing.
Aren't they amazing, hubby and I agree that after getting married and having the boys, Rigby is the best decision we've made. Even though insurance is expensive, he eats clothes, rolls in unspeakable things, has completely trashed the sofa and is people and dog reactive! He's a little turd and a loveable fluff nugget 😍🤣 xx
Happy belated birthday! How lovely to get a spinning wheel! The one you got is on my Christmas wish list. I currently spin on a drop spindle which while lovely and relaxing takes ages to spin yarn. I too have a dog who is a wolf in sheep’s clothing. He is such a snuggle bug at home but absolutely awful to people and other dogs he meets!
Ah, it was lovely catching up with you, I do love your vlogs, I feel as though I'm getting to check on with a virtual friend. You have also inspired me to trying making mozzarella! X
I made halloumi last week and it was even easier. So fast too and tasty. I’d like to try feta, ricotta and paneer next. I made butter with the cream. I have had so much fun!!!
Hi Gayna! A very Happy belated Birthday to you. I am really pleased to see you! I feel you are in a transitioning stage of your life! re- evaluating what's important to you and what is not so important to you now, that's well OK, I feel I am doing the same really, maybe we all are after so much change in the last year and a half! Yes our bodies change! not what they once were! Your yarn is beautiful that you spun, would love to have a go! I have been to Alterknits on the A370, I bought West Yorkshire spinner socks and the friend I went with bought recycled Sari yarn, which was beautiful colours. Bunny is adorable as always, and not forgetting margot. Wells is stunning and I have been a number of times to the cathedral the stain glass is out of this world. So green everywhere cause we have had so much rain! Look forward to next time Gaya, I do have a question I asked last time: where do you get your MAPLE TEA please? suze. x
Hello! I was a bit tardy answering questions but I got to yours just before I posted this video. You’re not going to like my answer… I have two chums through YT in Canada who send it to me. I currently have quite a lot so if you message me your address on IG I’ll share some with you. 🥰
@@talesfromcuckooland Hi Gayna, it's ok, I thought you might have contacts for getting your tea! I am not on any social media to leave my details, just UA-cam , but it was very kind of you to offer me some. x So no worries, enjoy your tea! x
I completely understand the post covid thing and clothes. I used to love finding clothes shoes and jewelry that were different and now it’s lost interest - I’ve lost interest in it. Focus has changed. An Evolution of sorts I suppose ? As always love watching and seeing what you’re up to! Looking forward to check out your spinning projects! See you soon? I hope 😀
I guess we all move through phases of taste snd interests so it’s inevitable that we will move on. I’m more interested in things I can grow or knit now so I don’t spend the time looking for or making wacky clothes. You’re right, it’s an evolution. X
@@talesfromcuckooland I meant to tell you that we put one of my husband's lambswool jumpers on the compost bin over winter and when we went back in spring all that was left was th m&s label, hilarious 🤣
'Ello lovely. Isn't it funny how we move on from things and our tastes totally change. The ebb and flow of life I suppose. I think I'll still always be a pastel girl, but I've certainly become more gentle in my tones. I always loved a dash of colour in the winter with my makes. It seemed to counteract the grey days which so dampened my mood. That seems to have all but disappeared too. Still floaty dresses and bloomers though......but into embroidery and reworking things. I'd love to do more slow living. You should watch Little House on the Mountain vlog if you don't already. It's the epitome of slow living and very soothing to watch. Big Love xxxxxx
You’ve always been what I think of as a seasonal shifter. It makes sense too, doesn’t it? To brighten up the dull months when there is little colour in nature. Floaty dresses and bloomers are glorious. I grew out of mine 🤪
I hate Instagram, it doesn’t work for me, I never can watch anyone’s videos. Please stay with UA-cam! I have missed you terribly. I look forward to seeing you and life across the pond.
Charles Dowding (is that his last name???) says his courgettes get powdery mildew. He just ignores. Doesn’t affect the fruits. Thanks for doing another video!
i have been watchin ur podcast for over a year .... i enjoy ur family blend yarny life .... i smile often when watching u ...btw no need to message me back sending u hugs
Beautiful in every way! Nice to be able to have your content of life & fiber 🌸🎶☀️🎶🌸
What is life with out fiber, and what’s more fun than sharing it!
Well,,,,hello,,,Lovely G
Enjoyed UR chat🏡🏡 and knitting,,,,Great stories!!!
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Elaine! Hello 👋 xxx
Fantastic spinning Gayna. Love the Layfamilyyarn Bollard Bella, fab colour. Great to see you and glad all is well.
I’m so looking forward to casting on with it. I’m thinking a really simple jumper, the trescao possibly.
Very lovely visiting with you. Love your spinning wheel and the spun yarn looks gorgeous
I keep admiring it. Can’t believe I did it myself!
Do you know Gayna i love watching you and your family in your gorgeous house. It makes me feel so relaxed to see you all enjoying each other and seeing youve been busy with. I dip in and out put of your channel all the time for that feel good feeling. Many thanks xxx
That is lovely to hear! Thank you for telling me, you’ve made me feel great! X
I loved listening to you and watching your video. It is though I’m right there and we are having tea together chatting. Thank you for sharing so much with us. You are delightful!
I think being an only child and growing up having one sided conversations with myself helps create that sense of me talking directly to you while you have you’re feet up and listen to me twittering on. That was a long sentence! Ha! Thank you for sitting with me while I chatter away x
Hi was you advising your amazing Yorkshire puddings lol wow they are so good take care x
Fantastic gifts from friends pity because of bureaucracy you have to explain I am happy to see your gifts
I just love Bonny ( lolloping love ) trying to be a Margot & curl in
My my girl you make great Yorkshire Puddings I was salivating 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
My Yorkshire’s were always rubbish. I tried so hard! I used dozens of different “failsafe” recipes snd none worked well. Then my dad told me his “method” and I have never looked back. They really do work every time now. X
I just love watching your videos! ❤️
Thank you ever so! I’m really glad you enjoy them.
I love your Covid cardi.......last year 4 of us in my knitting group knitted the same cardi pattern during lockdown, and they are affectionately known as the Covid cardis .....lol 😁🧶🧶🧶 Lovely catching up with you. Bristol.
Everyone should have a covid cardi. Something to offer a hug when we couldn’t get one from our friends. X
Wow to Wells cathedral. Cathedrals always make me cry when I go to visit one. I thinks it’s the scale and wonderment about how they were built. If you haven’t read the Ken Follett Kingsbridge trilogy I highly recommend them - they follow the building of a cathedral and are fascinating.
I know what you mean. There’s a vibration that hums about these places. I feel like the volume of people worshipping and praying to the same “vision” creates some kind of energy. I feel the closest to my god when I am in these places of worship and with my Nic the Vic. My mum has sent me the links to those books on audible. They are in my queue and I think I should jump straight to them. X
I love watching all your videos
Thank you ever so much for watching and commenting cxxx
thats really good for your first spin I have a ashford double treddle as it helps with my spine issues and it has a travel bag so I can take it with me to groups
How fab to have a hobby that can help your back too!
Hurray you have a spinning wheel! What fun to see you buy fiber and also love your finished yarn! ( also fabulous first spin!) The joy and rewards that little wheel will bring!XO
P.S. You had better clear out a cupboard...the rabbit whole of spinning fiber is very deep
Uh oh! I can’t clear out another cupboard for my hobby! I’m taking over the house 😳
Love watching your videos x
I’m chuffed about that 🥰
Looking forward to seeing what you spin, I got an little e spinner for my birthday, it's fun but I've still not got thr knack yet! Oh and those Yorkshire puddings 😍💜
Which spinner did you get?
@@talesfromcuckooland I got the Electric Eel Wheel Nano 🙂
Love your podcasts. Your delightful, natural and funny, 😊 I don't go on fb or ig much either just you tube really.
I felt this one was a bit flat so I’m glad you saw it differently 😊
@@talesfromcuckooland never flat 😊
I am so glad you're back!!!
Never away for too long 🤩
@@talesfromcuckooland seems like forever! Lol.... glad you're keeping busy and enjoying your summer. It is hotter than heck here, makes it hard to work in the garden.
🙂 So glad you're back x
Dear Joy, you’re a joy xxx
You do it all, and you do it well!
I only share the good bits, if I show the bad bits I tend to have a good laugh at them 🤪
A spinning wheel 😃 yay 👏🏼 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼 your art yarn looks fabulous, clever cookie 🍪
I marvel that I managed to create yarn from piles of fluff!
So pleased you mentioned Paula (stitched by Mrs D), cos she’s a sweetheart....and so are you. Lovely Yorkshire’s!
Paula is just so lush. I get so excited when I see she has posted a video. She is fab!
Thanks for the video! If you do make halloumi, I hope you will film it and let us know how it compares to Cyprus halloumi!
Hi Gayna! Happy belated birthday! Your podcast is one of my absolute favourites and you're an inspiration (I love your colour palette, outlook and home decor). Thank you for sharing snippets of your life, it's always a pleasure watching you xx
It feels so funny to hear that! I love it! Thank you for such a gorgeous compliment. X
How lovely to have a “visit” with you tonight! Lovely knits … and spinning/knitting goodies! Thanks for the lovely vlog🥰🥰🥰
Just you wait till I’m knitting my hand spun yarn, won’t I be an accomplished lady 😋😋😋
Always such a treat when your new vlogs pop up. I love to hear you waffle on about all that's going on in your life, seeing the dogs, boys and Toby pop in and out of frame. That Ballard Belle color is a stunner. Thank you for sharing your time with us all.
Isn’t that yarn completely yummy?! I want to cast on straight away but I don’t know what pattern I want to knit. Oh the decisions!
Hi, Gayna. Welcome back! I agree about social media. I'm rarely on IG, totally off FB since Christmas and only watch YT videos and enjoying life. l love that you're watching your old videos because that's why you made them in the first place. You are still my favorite vlogger, Gayna.
You’re right, Carola, that’s exactly one of the reasons I started. 😊
How lovely to see you Gayna and happy belated birthday x How lovely to get your spinning wheel ! I’m sure you will practice and get very proficient at it. I’ve never spun so have no idea but it always looks so relaxing! Take care of yourselves xx
Winky! It is as relaxing as it looks…when it’s going well 😄
I'm so late catching up with your lovely vlogs. What a pleasure it is to spend time with you, to see what you're up too and all. Thank you sweet Gayna! 😘💕
My vlogs are here ready and waiting whenever you are ready. Please never feel pressured to keep up. Just come along when you can. Thank you for commenting, it’s so lovely to know you stopped by x
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Gayna!! Lovely to see you and so glad the UK is opening up. Isn’t it grand to be able to spend time with your regular peeps again? Thanks so much for popping in to share life. If I could have one wish it would be to taste your amazing roast dinner; those Yorkshire puddings looked like heaven 🥰. Enjoy all your new yarn-y gifts!!
We are big roasts in my family so I had to learn how to do a good one. Some are better than others, this was a good one.
Love the cathedral video! So beautiful! Your Mom looks so sweet, just like you! 🤗🤗♥️♥️
She is a sweet lady. Very eager to please and to help out a stranger.
Your spinning is cool
Can’t believe I did it!
Oh wow you did an incredible job of your first spin,on my list of things I would love to try, it looks so easy when others do it but I know its really difficult well done you, love the story of Pete on the swing lol I'm sure the socks will be worn and loved, I love all your gifts such beautiful yarns and to have one named after you what a special gift,great vlog takcare xx
The fact that the yarn is so perfectly me as well, so lucky!! I can’t wait to knit up a jumper in it. Aww yes, Pete is a dolly. I don’t think he knows what to make of me because I’m like an excited puppy 😂
I'm loving watching your vlogs. It feels like having a chat with a friend. You have a beautiful home and garden and it's very calming to listen to you. Keep on doing what you're doing, l love it 😊
Yay! That’s so nice to hear 🤩
Great to see you Gayna. Enjoyed your video, it's always lovely to catch up on what you have been doing. Love the Wells cathedral footage.
I think I’d like to go back to wells cathedral again soon and drink it all in again. It was gorgeous.
Your handspun is gorgeous! I learned how to spin 20 years ago, but I never got my own wheel. A Lendrum wheel is on my wish list. My sister is an incredible spinner and dyer who has inspired me all my life. Continued joy in your spinning and knitting!
Get a wheel! Do it! ASAP!!!!
I find when I spin fibers that are fly away I spin from the fold. It's much easier. Love your first yarn. So glad to see your face again.
I’ll try that. Thank you. I have so much to learn 🤪
Yet another truly delightful episode, full of marvellous makings and cosy crafty chat. Take care and keep sharing your joy 🧶🧵🌼💕
I’m so glad to see your comment because I had the general sense this was a gloomy toned podcast. Hurrah!
@@talesfromcuckooland 💖
Happy belated Birthday young Lady🎂♥️
I had to pause and shop for a bit at Lay Family Yarn❣️ Congratulations on a yarn named in your honor, Gayna🥰 Well deserved too!
That’s what I like to hear! Drop everything and go yarn shopping 😁😁😁
I still can remember that Toby said in the beginning: who will watch your video's.
Well ... I still do.
love your gifts and that spinningwheel. Bunny is so cute.
He even admits he likes the Vlogs, so that’s a turn around. He isn’t interested in the knotting ones, he doesn’t know what he is missing 🤣🤣🤣
Lovely to spend time with you Gayna.
Love Ballard Bella colourway! Xx
I can’t wait for the autumn to arrive so I have more time to knit. I want my Ballard bella jumper!
I love your vlogs it's always a joy to see you plus knitting and Margo l would love a Margo but l don't think my lottie would be impressed she doesn't like to share, l love knitting socks but l don't like wearing them l have a draw full of them they are pretty lol 😊♥️
That’s so funny! Would you wear wrist warmers or leg warmers? They are like socks to knit. Or cowls?
@@talesfromcuckooland l would knit all of them just wouldn't wear them l get too hot even on a really cold day taking lottie for a walk l would be stripping off, no hope for me but l would make them for family l just love knitting and sewing l love your lovely craft room it looks so cosy 😊♥️
Such a lovely catch-up... And your very own, beautiful yarn!
I’m so delighted with the yarn!
Such beautiful yarn for a special gal . Take care 💕
I’m so spoilt and lucky!
I always feel like I'm with a awesome friend when I watch your videos
I love that! That makes me smile 😃
Love a Gayna video 🌸 wow you're spinning is amazing!!!
Joined the Cuckoo's clobber so I shall keep an eye out but I've put a ten tone of weight on so I might be totally out of luck! Hahaha...
I adore all your handmade clothes and cardis, so wish I could make clothes like that! 💜💛🧡
You can do anything if you have a go and take it slowly. Just try, what have your got to lose? As adults it’s hard to try new things because we worry about wasting time but time enjoyed or learning is never wasted.
Aww, lovely to see you again Gayna ❤ Always love catching up with you even if you can't hear me chatting back to you 😂 xx
I like that idea of you sat there chuntering away with me.
Yay, your back again, so lovely for the catch-up. Like you I have been revisiting your former vlogs & enjoying them.💕
I watched another two from a year ago today and yesterday and they were awful 😣 ha ha!
Thank you for the tour of Wells Cathedral. I wanted to get there when I went England years ago, but did not make it. It is stunningly beautiful!
What a shame you didn’t manage it. Next time!
We are wheel twins! The Ashford was my first wheel as well. Have fun and thanks for the lovely catch up 😍
The hole rather than hook is driving me mental every time my yarn breaks. Wahhhh
Hi Gayna, I’m so happy that you are still doing podcasts. When things are gloomy and I’m melancholy, I watch you to put me in a better place. I don’t ever do FB, Twitter , but sometimes, Instagram. I always do love cuckoo land. As I heard was British.....I wish I could “pop in” sometime. I’d love to walk your “garden” and “waffle” a bit with you. Love to you and the guys and pups from Indiana, USA
I like Cuckoo Land too and you are very welcome to pop in any time you like!
Your spinning looks fab! Lovely gifts too - Kelly's yarn is gorgeous! x
It’s a dreamy colourway. Itching to cast on but want to finish a few things first. X
I just love spending time with you, lots of love to you and the family 🤗
Hey Gordana! Thank you for popping in x
So lovely to see you today! I was holding my 2 yr old rescue (8 lb) dog (his name happens to be Tobi), when Bunny got on your lap. 🤣 They're a little different in size! Your Flossie socks are very pretty. You received some beautiful gifts!! 💖
Bunny thinks she is a small dog 😂 she has springs in her feet so she is up and on you before you even notice 😆
Thank you so much for the pictures of Wells cathedral, i used to go there every week on the bus for market day and a scone in the cloisters. Such a lovely peaceful feeling in the cathedral. Your first attempt at spinning is really good, the yarn is well balanced as it hangs straight not twisting. I have got a Kiwi 3 too and love it.
I have so much to learn with spinning. I don’t have great ambitions, I’ll be happy to spin a consistent 4ply so I can knit a sweater. I love the repetitive motion and how it stills the mind…much like Wells cathedral. I wonder if the energy of all those people who over the years have worshiped are imbued within the walls.
@@talesfromcuckooland I love it at Wells cathedral when you go up the steps to the chapter house. The stone steps are so worn with many, many people who have walked up there in the past to the meetings in the chapter house. It makes me feel part of the history of Somerset.
Such a lovely catch up! Your hand spun yarn is just beautiful. I can't wait to see it knit up. Wells Cathedral is now on my list of places to visit whenever I am able to scoot "across the pond". Just beautiful. I, too, am in love with Ballard Bella from Lay Family Yarn. I may need to go lock up my credit card for a bit! Have a lovely July!
Wells is a beautiful tiny city. Plenty to see and also very close to a few other interesting places. Cheddar Gorge (largest natural limestone forge in Europe), Wookey Hole (magnificent caves), Glastonbury tor… I’m probably forgetting a few!
@@talesfromcuckooland I will add those to my list. We are hoping to be able to reschedule our Covid aborted trip for the autumn 2022. Can't wait!
Lovely catch up. I’ll be seeing Kelly next month before travelling onto Anglesey in the camper van. Love to all 💕
I just watched Kelly’s podcast and she misses you and is gutted. What a bummer. I hope I get to see you soon. X
Thank you for your podcast. I always enjoy watching. I wonder if you have ever thought about doing a make up video? With you mentioning cutting down on your beauty products, I just thought it would be a good idea. After the last year and a half, not really wearing much makeup day to day, I would really appreciate a more simpler way of applying makeup. Your Yorkshire puddings looked fantastic, as did the whole meal. Have a good weekend.
I’m still working on getting my make up more eco. I’m starting with using up what I have. I have been through it all and ditched the expired stuff (took it to the recycling makeup thing in the supermarket, think it’s by maybelline) and now I’m fathoming out what replacements I like best. Struggling with mascara and foundation the most.
Your spinning looks great! I have an Ashford Traditional and I love it! I visited their headquarters when I was in New Zealand last year and it was lovely. ☺️🧶
I’m beyond chuffed with my spinning. Can’t believe I did it!
Great to see you again Gayna, you are super precious! Lots of hugs from Birmingham! 🤗💕😘😘
Like a precious stone 😂
It's always a treat to spend a little time in your world. :)
Thank you for visiting! X
Aw cuckoo it was a thrill to see your video post yippee you’re back I miss seeing you and your little bit of world…how’s the boys? Toby? Heard him singing a bit 😂😂 covid was a bit sad but also a bit healing it made us slow down, get closer and now it’s weird…..I hope you continue sharing I love seeing your life……happy belated birthday dear………what a beautiful gift Toby gifted you your spinning-is gorgeous! Please share link to your destash group…….love spending the evening with you…..miss sherie if you see her tell her her blogs are missed as well ❤️❤️❤️hugs
I have really enjoyed time spent spinning. I can’t believe I can do it! The only problem is it takes me away from knitting. My destash is @cuckoosclobber on IG.
I learned to spin on a Kiwi!! Spinning is so relaxing... Have fun!
It is relaxing….when it’s going well 😂 I love it so much. X
I really enjoyed this vlog and the colour off the sock tube is amazing .
Isn’t it gorgeous!
Hello dear Cuckoo! You have done an amazing job with spinning the yarn. The colour combination is so pretty. You got some lovely birthday gifts. I bet Pete was so chuffed and touched that you spent the time knitting the socks for him. They were the perfect way to say thank you to him for the swing. He seems like such a lovely man. You made me laugh when you said you thought he felt trapped on the swing with you. I bet he loves your company regardless of whether he had to go or not. Have you noticed how the markings on Bunny's head look just like a badgers head from the top? I only just noticed it. You should knit everything in the knitting book. It all looked very nice. I can remember your earlier video when you said about Toby making the comment about who would want to watch you. Well, a lot do. Also you would have not got the minibus without YT either! I can totally understand about the clothes. When I finished work three years ago I kept a lot of blouses/shirts but have now had a cull. I did not need all those white shirts. Two was enough and also a lot of other things went too. I used to wear manmade shoes as I was border line vegan at one time until I heard someone mention about all the plastic used in the making of them. So I am now back to leather shoes. Well, I have rambled on, so it was lovely to have a little catch up. Take care. XXX
Bunny is exactly like a badger! We call her badger sometimes, it’s one of her many nicknames. More often lately she is “bunny bin raider!
I think Pete is happy with his socks, he keeps leaving plants on my doorstep.
I’m all for being vegan but I am baffled how an avocado flown thousands of miles from Mexico is deemed better than a local organic chicken? How plastic leather is better than a natural biodegradable product. I also don’t understand fake meat products, they are so processed. I don’t understand that either. I need it all explaining to me so I can get my head around it.
Lovely podcast Bunny looks like my fur baby Luna 💕also “dandy wood & dogline” 🤣🤣🤣🤣xx
I often get my words muddled some muddled are so funny. X
I was looking at 'Ballard Bella' yarn the other day and I loved it, it reminds me a little of a Thrush egg, I've been looking for a color way that is like a Thrushes egg. I've nearly finished a pair of 8ply socks in Cleckheaton Country Naturals in a pretty pale blue with brown flecks,. Love all your gifts and your spinning is awesome. You know I am the same with clothes these days and hardly ever wear make up any more, I am more comfortable in my skin these days, it's a good place to be xx
It’s such lovely yarn. I love it! Can’t believe it’s named after me 🥰 I still love clothes but I simply don’t need as much as I always felt I needed. Same with make up. I used to enjoy doing different looks, now I just want to look awake 😂
Hi Gorgeous Gayna, You are a sight for sore eyes love you to bits .🇦🇺😜💕
I am a sight that’s for sure!! Ha! I really should make more effect with hair, make up and background for these videos but I just can’t fake it. I can’t do it!
I agree with you. Getting out again after being at home the last year is a bit daunting. I haven’t figured it out yet. I am more comfortable at home, but I feel I should start getting out more. It is very unsettling.
Unsettling is the word! I’m trying to pace myself as if I accept every “invitation” there’s no time left for slowing up and catching up with myself. I’ve realised that’s vital to my wellbeing.
Aren't they amazing, hubby and I agree that after getting married and having the boys, Rigby is the best decision we've made. Even though insurance is expensive, he eats clothes, rolls in unspeakable things, has completely trashed the sofa and is people and dog reactive! He's a little turd and a loveable fluff nugget 😍🤣 xx
Yep. The love they give is priceless, utterly priceless. Margo is an absolute beast to people and all they want to do is love her.
So nice to watch your video. I got a new wheel for my birthday this year too!!
You did?! Hurrah! I have so much to learn. X
Happy belated birthday! How lovely to get a spinning wheel! The one you got is on my Christmas wish list. I currently spin on a drop spindle which while lovely and relaxing takes ages to spin yarn. I too have a dog who is a wolf in sheep’s clothing. He is such a snuggle bug at home but absolutely awful to people and other dogs he meets!
If I were to get a spinning wheel now I would get one with hooks rather than and adjustable hole thingy because rethreading is a nuisance!
@@talesfromcuckooland that good info - my eyesight probably won’t handle seeing the hole thingamajig.
Ah, it was lovely catching up with you, I do love your vlogs, I feel as though I'm getting to check on with a virtual friend. You have also inspired me to trying making mozzarella! X
I made halloumi last week and it was even easier. So fast too and tasty. I’d like to try feta, ricotta and paneer next. I made butter with the cream. I have had so much fun!!!
Hi Gayna! A very Happy belated Birthday to you. I am really pleased to see you! I feel you are in a transitioning stage of your life! re- evaluating what's important to you and what is not so important to you now, that's well OK, I feel I am doing the same really, maybe we all are after so much change in the last year and a half! Yes our bodies change! not what they once were! Your yarn is beautiful that you spun, would love to have a go! I have been to Alterknits on the A370, I bought West Yorkshire spinner socks and the friend I went with bought recycled Sari yarn, which was beautiful colours. Bunny is adorable as always, and not forgetting margot. Wells is stunning and I have been a number of times to the cathedral the stain glass is out of this world. So green everywhere cause we have had so much rain! Look forward to next time Gaya, I do have a question I asked last time: where do you get your MAPLE TEA please? suze. x
Hello! I was a bit tardy answering questions but I got to yours just before I posted this video. You’re not going to like my answer… I have two chums through YT in Canada who send it to me. I currently have quite a lot so if you message me your address on IG I’ll share some with you. 🥰
@@talesfromcuckooland Hi Gayna, it's ok, I thought you might have contacts for getting your tea! I am not on any social media to leave my details, just UA-cam , but it was very kind of you to offer me some. x So no worries, enjoy your tea! x
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Happy belated birthday! It was wonderful to catch up with you.
Hello Lady Bat, as I like to call you ☺️🤩
@@talesfromcuckooland love it!
I completely understand the post covid thing and clothes. I used to love finding clothes shoes and jewelry that were different and now it’s lost interest - I’ve lost interest in it. Focus has changed. An Evolution of sorts I suppose ? As always love watching and seeing what you’re up to! Looking forward to check out your spinning projects! See you soon? I hope 😀
I guess we all move through phases of taste snd interests so it’s inevitable that we will move on. I’m more interested in things I can grow or knit now so I don’t spend the time looking for or making wacky clothes. You’re right, it’s an evolution. X
I have a Covid cardigan I love mine too, Wells cathedral looks amazing, love your videos
My covid cardi is my favourite wardrobe item. I wear it as a dressing gown and a coat too. Love it even though it’s manky. X
@@talesfromcuckooland I meant to tell you that we put one of my husband's lambswool jumpers on the compost bin over winter and when we went back in spring all that was left was th m&s label, hilarious 🤣
You're lovely xxx
Ooo you’ll give me a big head! Xxx
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'Ello lovely. Isn't it funny how we move on from things and our tastes totally change. The ebb and flow of life I suppose. I think I'll still always be a pastel girl, but I've certainly become more gentle in my tones. I always loved a dash of colour in the winter with my makes. It seemed to counteract the grey days which so dampened my mood. That seems to have all but disappeared too. Still floaty dresses and bloomers though......but into embroidery and reworking things. I'd love to do more slow living. You should watch Little House on the Mountain vlog if you don't already. It's the epitome of slow living and very soothing to watch. Big Love xxxxxx
You’ve always been what I think of as a seasonal shifter. It makes sense too, doesn’t it? To brighten up the dull months when there is little colour in nature. Floaty dresses and bloomers are glorious. I grew out of mine 🤪
I hate Instagram, it doesn’t work for me, I never can watch anyone’s videos. Please stay with UA-cam! I have missed you terribly. I look forward to seeing you and life across the pond.
I have no plans to leave UA-cam! What would I do without you guys cheering me on?
Crikey Sock 🧦 Shock 😱
Sock shock? I’ve forgotten what’s in my video that is sock shock 🤣😂🤣😂🤣
Oh I remember. The skeletal commercial sock. Scary, hey?
Charles Dowding (is that his last name???) says his courgettes get powdery mildew. He just ignores. Doesn’t affect the fruits. Thanks for doing another video!
Does it not? Oh well I won’t worry then. I love Charles, I haven’t watched all of his videos yet. X
i have been watchin ur podcast for over a year .... i enjoy ur family blend yarny life .... i smile often when watching u ...btw no need to message me back sending u hugs
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Hi Gayna love when you pop up xx
Awww thank you!!