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In today's video we embark on a new series called, "Rediscovering myself in my 30s." This is episode one where we discuss learning new skils, in particular crocheting and knitting!

In this series, we’ll tackle big topics—those essential discussions that sometimes we shy away from. We'll discover new things about ourselves, and I’ll be sharing more openly than I ever have, inviting you to do the same if you want to. Together, we'll focus on building our independence and self-reliance, learning new skills, building community and pushing our boundaries and comfort zones.

So, join me as we embark on this journey of rediscovery, where every step forward is a step towards becoming a more authentic and true version of ourselves. Let's learn, grow, and thrive together.

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[marycharlebois]

Hey Immy, I just thought I would mention… in all honesty and sincerity, I truly feel that some of your best content was during the pandemic. Perhaps you felt a bit lost and not really connected to where you wanted to be during that time, but I want to say that I found your content to be uplifting and helpful. I felt connected to you and your community during a time that left a lot of holes in our social lives and daily routines. Please don’t beat yourself up for what you put out into the world during that difficult time because I, personally, felt just a little bit more grounded and happy every time I tuned into one of your vids during that time of emptiness. Together, I think we all relied on one another to offer just a bit of inspo during that rather bleak time. Thanks for that!! I appreciate you!! Ⓜary💕

[moon.beams.and.alchemy]

Nice to see some long format. I don't love the shorts and find a scroll by. I'm on the other side of 35 this year. What I can say is you don't stop rediscovering yourself because you keep changing. Your hopes and dreams constantly change. What I find more helpful is picking guiding values: sustainability, wellness, and community (for us). Then I think about how what I'm doing aligns with my values.

[simini]

Hi Immy, the blanket looks really wonderful! I have subscribed to your channel many years ago and I must admit I kind of miss the somewhat shorter and more consistent videos on sustainability, books you have read, your thinking on various topics like veganism, working out, gardening etc. You have a beautiful mind and its always wonderful and inspiring if you share your ideas!

[abitagirl]

Your blanket is beautiful. Finishing is such a wonderful feeling. Very proud of you. I've been crocheting for 64 years.

[annbeirne]

I'm 71 and I am going to learn crochtet again my mum showed me many years ago, didn't keep it up, I am so impressed with that lovely jacket you crocheted, I am really inspired to try again now. I am wanting to learn to sew clothes but there don't seem to any teachers you can actually go and sit with something I like as I learn by doing it with someone showing me.

[katie.sleeps]

I definitely relate to losing your independence. I became ill with a chronic illness 3 years ago, and lost a lot my life, stopped work and studies, moved back in with my parents. In a few weeks I turn 30 and will finally be moving into my own place again. But its definitely a journey to find my way again and sort of discover who I am now with these new circumstances.
Love your crochet cardigan. Very inspired to start a project like that ❤

[marieisapenguin]

So excited for the new chapter!! Glad to see new longform content from you, certainly missed you on here❤

[sqiesel]

Wow!! Your cardy looks great for a first time and so cosy too. It’s interesting to hear you talk about rediscovering your self in your 30’s. As a woman in her 50’s I’d say this is a thing that will happen to you through each decade of your life. I definitely feel more liberated and more myself as I’ve gotten older. I’ve been a subscriber for a long time and have lived watching your videos evolve and follow you along on your adventure to America xx

[cynthiabujold]

I think your blanket is beautiful, Immy, and I love the colours, including the softer yellow. Well done! I am 60+, and this is bringing back memories of my crafting, back when I was in my 20s. Haven’t done any projects like that for years but I’m feeling inspired after watching you learning so many new skills. I’ve got a few items requiring repair, and I think I’d like to try embroidery to make the repairs attractive. Been watching for many years, initially because of my interest in living a sustainable life, but so enjoying all your content, structured and casual. Also, I adore your British accent.😊

[hellotinashe]

I love the cardigan! So impressed by your dedication to push yourself (and enjoy!) new things. I'm going to be 40 at the end of this year and as I enter a new era I share similar explorations. I was a csuite executive in my 20s and 30s in Toronto and always imagined I'd be a career girl my entire life. I got married 5 years ago, moved to a small town, and now have a 2-year-old and run my own business in my field part time. Looking forward to your explorations!

[Domsfun]

Knitting is a good time to listen to an audiobook too especially when it’s a straight forward section or stitching together. Loved your blanket

[ninamariaknitting]

I’ve been subscribed to your channel for a number of years and have absolutely loved seeing all of your videos. The joy that you’re experiencing with your crafting is so heart warming and I can’t wait to see what you get up to this year! 🧶

[mariamauclere]

I really liked this video Immy! I thought it was very cozy to watch you crochet (I am a big knitter myself), and I really like the more casual feel of this video. I am totally here for this series and everything you are going to discover! I am 35, and I really feel so much better now about pretty much everything in my life than I did, when I was in my 20's. I feel more confident, I know what matters to me, and what is not important/serving me in my life, I prioritise my health way more - basically I just feel that I am living in accordance with my own true values, which is an amazing feeling. So I think the 30's will have a lot of great things to offer you too ☺

[MademoiselleMila]

Your crochet work is beautiful and I would never have guessed that you were just starting out! The big game changer for me was discovering these large, plastic needles for sewing wool - I've had one for 5 years and it's perfect when I want to connect elements in a less bulky way or I can't reach somewhere with the crochet hook. I recommend it wholeheartedly! 😍

[pavlina]

Dear Immy, so happy to see another great video! I´m 38, living in US, Atlanta (lived in Czech Republic, Austria, Germany ...) so I do understand the "driving issues" here :-) I have twins and honestly I think I learned a lot through them too - not only cooking and baking (which I really enjoy) but started embroidery and water-color painting as well. Somehow needed something just for me. Wish you all the best!!! Pavlina

[marycharlebois]

Hi Immy and your lovely community… this Boomer turned 60 last year and WoW… I made some changes. Firstly, let me just say, not to scare anybody, but the bod changes a lot around this age. It takes much more time and knowledge to stay on top of health at this age. Just sayin’. Then, I decided to go back to uni by doing some post-graduate courses online. The last time I attended uni was 37 years ago, back in the day of blackboards, lecture halls, microfiche and typewriters. Coloured highlighters were the new thing back in the 1980’s, and I thought they were the cat’s pyjamas! Digital learning has changed everything, and I am on a vertiginous learning curve. I aspire to have your tech skill set. I love learning new things too, and I can certainly say that I am on a massive learning journey. This high school sewing teacher is loving your hands-on DIY journey. I’m excited to see your passion, skills, projects, and most of all… your enthusiasm for making things. Thanks for this great update, I’m stoked or the next chapter. Ⓜary💕🧵🧶

[susannahh]

Hi Immy, love the cardigan, it looks great! I feel you, I'm early thirties and feel that I'm rediscovering who I really am and what I want so I'm looking forward to this series. Just want to say I love your content and you've really inspired me to pick up new hobbies (currently knitting a scarf) so thanks!

[TerraBuns]

🎉🎉 Immy I am so glad you’re back!! I hear you as another (?) millennial who got more into crafting/making physical objects. In the last 5 years, I started knitting, ceramics, cooking and gardening! I work a desk job and there’s something that feels more “real” (not sure what the best word is here, this was the best I could do) about creating a tangible object, it’s a different sense of satisfaction than writing code lol. I think the other thing that makes it enjoyable is having it be decoupled from needing to be “the best”… like I can just improve at my own pace and it doesn’t really matter if I am just mediocre at it, if that makes sense!

You are seriously making me want to pick up crochet with all of these cool projects! I do still have some crochet hooks I haven’t used yet…

[phronsiekeys]

I love your crochet projects, the colors contrasted with the off-white look modern and fresh...and I like the ochre squares, a sort of little secret detail, on the sleeves. I had seen the blanket in your shorts and I must say I like the pale yellow centers of the flowers--again, it's modern and different looking

[AussyAngelx]

I turned 30 at the end of last year, so I feel like I lost my late twenties to the pandemic. Felt like I was 25, blinked, then I was 30 😂 I went travelling for my birthday and when I came back decided it was time to better my life and discover myself, what I wanted from this little life of mine. I have found so much comfort in craft, slow mornings, cooking new things, mindful spending and living, even weights and running (a shocker tbh). I totally get wanting to rediscover yourself and whilst I am independent and live alone, finding that independence is so important for everyone. I have been wanting to try crochet but find it so intimidating but I am going to give it a go! Loved seeing your joy in what you had created ❤