Please keep in mind that this bonus episode was originally delivered on video, so you may hear moments that reference visuals or people on screen. The audio has been shared here for a short time only.

This bonus episode shares the audio from my recent information call – a simple, informal walkthrough of Levels 0, 1 and 2, along with the Mountain and Fjord Journeys. Many knitters asked for clarity before choosing their next step, so this audio-only version gives you the essential guidance without the visuals or the live-room moments.

Inside, you’ll hear how the levels fit together, what each journey includes, and the kinds of projects and skills you can expect. It’s a friendly, helpful overview designed to make your next decision feel clear and grounded.

In this episode, you’ll hear:
– A walkthrough of Levels 0, 1 and 2
– The differences between the Mountain Journey and the Fjord Journey
– How the courses build and connect
– Tips on choosing where to begin
– Answers to common questions from knitters who attended live

Availability:
This bonus episode will be available for a short time only.

Links mentioned in this episode:
Book a 1:1 with anne: https://annesnorwegianknitting-9.youcanbook.me
Anne's Norwegian Knitting web page: https://annesnorwegianknitting.com

In this week’s Stranded Thought, Anne reflects on a season filled with gratitude and how knitting brings calm, presence and steadiness into a fast–moving world. She shares how the community – from the early Mountain Journey members to the Northern Lights founding knitters – has shaped her days and continues to be one of the most meaningful parts of her work.

Inside the episode, Anne talks about:

– Noticing the small details through knitting
– Why process matters just as much as projects
– How community creates confidence, joy and connection
– What a full year in the Mountain or Fjord can offer

At the end, you’re invited to an informal information call on Tuesday, December 2nd – a friendly overview of Level 0, Level 1, Level 2, the Mountain Journey and the Fjord Journey. To register click HERE

In today’s Stranded Thought, Anne follows two gentle threads.

First, she shares that she’ll soon be interviewing Steph – her co-podcaster and knitting coach. Many listeners know Steph from the long Wednesday episodes and community calls, and for this upcoming conversation, Anne would love your help.
What would you like her to ask Steph?
Send in your questions, big or small.

The second thread is for anyone wondering about their next step in Norwegian knitting. While the Northern Light Journey is full, enrollment for the Fjord Journey and Levels 0, 1, and 2 is open now.
Fjord and Level 2 close on December 7, and live teaching for Level 1 begins in January.

To help you find clarity, Anne is hosting a live information call on Wednesday, November 26 at 9 p.m. CET (not recorded). She’ll walk through the options and answer questions directly.

Time zones:  8 p.m. UK/Ireland / 3 p.m. Eastern / 2 p.m. Central / 1 p.m. Mountain / 12 p.m. Pacific

Two threads today:
✨ Send your questions for the Steph interview to [email protected] 
✨ Join the information call if you want guidance on the next step. Register here!

Check out the overview page here

Check out the Google doc here

In this week’s Stranded Thoughts, Anne takes you on a gentle wander into the mountains – not literally, but in that soft, figurative way knitters understand so well.

She reflects on why the mountains are her happiest place, her reset button, and the landscape that shaped the structure of her knitting community. From the quiet, wide views that clear the mind to the deep inspiration found in the shifting seasons, this short episode offers a moment to breathe, reconnect, and remember why a change of perspective matters.

Anne also shares why everything in her world begins in the Mountain Journey – the first layer of her three–part membership shaped after the Norwegian landscape – and why now is a special moment to join.

Read more and join the Mountain Journey: https://www.annesnorwegianknitting.com/Mountain_Journey 
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As the first snow falls (for some of us!) and November settles in, Anne and Steph invite you into their living room for a cozy chat about knitting, bread-baking, bulbs, and upcoming make-alongs.

They talk about:

Preparing for winter – the coziness of early snow, soup, and candles

The Mountain Journey community projects: Doll Make-Along, Bread Basket, and Pot Holder patterns

Felting tips and how to make your knitted bread basket stand firm

The “Winter Solstice Challenge” – planting bulbs and knitting pot covers

Ideas for the Christmas Stocking Knit Along and the joy of slow festive knitting

Upcoming patterns and seasonal projects: acorns, pumpkins, angels, trees and stars

How small handmade traditions bring calm and connection during the busiest time of year

Anne also shares a little Norwegian perspective on bulbs (“flower onions” in Norwegian!) and the history behind the word for Christmas – Jul – and how old traditions still live on in modern Norway.

Join the Mountain Journey community to knit along with us this season – and receive the Tree Festival Pattern Collection as a bonus when you join in November or December.

Link to transcript and shownotes

00:00 Welcome to Anne’s Norwegian Knitting Conversations
00:40 Cozy Conversations in the Living Room
01:09 Winter Preparations and First Snow
02:19 Knitting Projects and Color Choices
05:37 Doll Make-Along and Creative Mixes
07:19 Bread Basket Knitting and Felting Tips
14:06 Weekend Plans and Cozy Challenges
17:28 Discovering the Perfect Bulbs
18:31 Choosing the Right Flowers for Christmas
19:47 Where to Find Your Bulbs
20:22 Join the Winter Solstice Challenge
22:27 Christmas Stocking Knit Along
25:43 Seasonal Patterns and Projects
31:25 Norwegian Traditions and Heritage
32:18 Join the Community and Enjoy the Journey
37:18 Final Thoughts and Farewell

In this week’s Stranded Thought, Anne reflects on how small traditions grow – and how the Home Décor series inside the Mountain Journey has quietly become one of them.

This year’s new addition is the Bread Basket, released together with a Norwegian bread recipe and a reminder of last year’s Potholders. All three come together beautifully – a perfect blend of warmth, texture, and everyday Norwegian coziness.

Anne shares why she chooses white and green for her Christmas décor, what inspires the color palette, and how these projects invite calm and connection during the holiday season.

Want to knit along with us this season?
Join the Mountain Journey (formerly known as the Nook) – our cozy knitting community where new patterns, tutorials, and traditions come to life all year round.

👉 Click here to join the Mountain Journey 

In this episode of Anne’s Norwegian Knitting Conversations, Anne and Steph are joined by special guest Jan Griffin, a nurse practitioner and lifelong knitter, to explore the connection between knitting and mental health.

Together they talk about how the rhythmic movement of the needles can help us focus, calm the mind, and ease anxiety, and how creativity itself sparks the brain’s “feel-good” chemistry. Jan shares insights from her medical background on why repetitive handwork can lower cortisol, release dopamine and serotonin, and even help the brain form new pathways after stress or trauma.

They also discuss how community and connection – from knitting circles to online gatherings – can help ease loneliness and support emotional healing.

Whether you turn to knitting for comfort, mindfulness, or simply the joy of making something beautiful, this conversation will remind you that every stitch holds more power than you might think.

00:00 Introduction to Anne's Norwegian Knitting Conversations

00:40 Welcoming Steph and Special Guest Jan Griffin

02:00 Jan's Knitting Journey and Early Experiences

03:29 Mental Health Benefits of Knitting

07:58 Knitting and Focus: Personal Stories

09:09 The Science Behind Knitting's Therapeutic Effects

14:28 Knitting for Trauma and Emotional Healing

24:14 The Emotional and Social Benefits of Knitting

27:03 Knitting in Schools and Therapy

29:44 Addressing Loneliness Through Knitting Communities

34:12 Knitting's Role in Mental Health and Wellness

35:28 Knitting Across Generations

44:50 Knitting in Public and Its Impact

46:32 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

See full show notes and transcript here.

In this episode Anne and Steph share their personal journeys of learning to knit – from childhood lessons with grandmothers to rediscovering knitting as adults. They explore how the craft evolves over a lifetime, why every knitter benefits from revisiting the basics, and how the Level Zero and Level One self-study courses are designed to support true beginners and experienced knitters alike. A warm, reflective conversation about learning, re-learning, and embracing the imperfect beginnings that lead to beautiful stitches.

They talk about:

🧶 Mentioned in this episode:
Level Zero and Level One Self-Study Courses

00:00 Welcome to Anne’s Norwegian Knitting Conversations

00:59 Learning to Knit: Personal Stories

03:43 Knitting Techniques: English vs. Continental

05:04 The Evolution of Knitting Skills

08:47 Introduction to Beginner Knitting Levels

13:20 Level Zero and Level One Self-Study Courses

18:34 The Importance of Keeping Your First Knitting Projects

20:41 Introduction to Level One Knitting

21:05 Course Structure and Progression

22:48 Self-Study vs. Live Teaching

24:00 Community Support and Resources

25:20 Unique Features of Our Courses

28:09 Health Benefits of Learning Continental Knitting

32:13 The Importance of Knowing Your Gauge

34:23 Encouragement to Join the Courses

35:11 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

See full show notes and transcript here.

On July 4th, 1825, the small ship Restoration left Stavanger with 52 people on board – the first Norwegian emigrants bound for North America.

Three months later, they arrived in New York, still 52 in number. One had stepped off before the open sea, and a baby had been born along the way.

In this episode, Anne reflects on how that first voyage shaped the lasting bond between Norway and North America – and how it continues to inspire the Anne’s Norwegian Knitting community, from the Virtual Retreat to the Yuletide Dolls.

Links mentioned in this episode:

In this cozy episode, Anne and Steph settle into the “living room” to talk about the last quarter of the year – the season of wool, warmth, and heirloom-making.

They share the story behind Nikoline & Nikolas, the much-loved Norwegian holiday dolls returning as this year’s Yuletide Make-Along, and how these small knitted figures grew from Anne’s own childhood memories into modern heirloom pieces.

You’ll also hear about:

The new felted bread basket – a small, cozy addition to Anne’s holiday series

Norwegian winter traditions, from Yule porridge to the folklore of the nisse

How Norwegians decorate for winter (fewer pumpkins – more coziness)

Tips for felting, yarn choices, and combining thick and thin wools

What’s included in the Mountain Journey this quarter and how the drip-outs work

Whether you’re joining the Make-Along or simply love hearing how Norwegian folklore weaves into modern knitting, this episode is full of stories, laughter, and woolly inspiration.

🧶  Join the Yuletide Doll Make-Along – $17 USD

Join the Mountain Journey – 37.6 USD (20 % off right now)

See full show notes and transcript here.

Timestamps
00:00 – Welcome to Our Cozy Living Room
00:34 – Discussing Fourth Quarter Plans
01:43 – Knitting Projects for the Season
02:42 – Holiday Traditions and Decorations
14:13 – Introducing the Nikolas Dolls
19:58 – Upcoming Projects and Workshops
22:40 – Project Planning and Changes
23:15 – Introducing the Felted Bread Basket
23:47 – Tips for Felting and Yarn Selection
25:57 – Doll Projects and Yarn Recommendations
30:11 – Norwegian Folklore and Christmas Traditions
37:50 – Membership and Make-Along Details
43:16 – Conclusion and Farewell

Join the Mountain Journey to access all the projects and celebrate Norwegian knitting traditions with us. 👉 Click the link here: Mountain Journey 

See full show notes and transcript