Suzanne with Special Guest Lenny Pearl

Lenny Pearl has always been a creator, whether it be with words and music or yarn and knitting needles. Music and words is how this American found Finland, and it was in Finland where he started knitting. As an avid knitter for over 10 years, he loves taking on new challenges in both techniques and projects, and being an active participant in Suzanne’s Facebook group, he enjoys learning from, helping out and sharing with other members. In addition to also being creative in the kitchen and playing live music, Lenny is a singer-songwriter and, with his acoustic guitar, he is currently working on his first full album. Links: YouTube: www.youtube.com/lennypearl Facebook: www.facebook.com/lennypearlmusic Time stamps 9-18-21 0:00—introductions 2:10—Suzanne asks Lenny about his last name 2:31—Lenny tells us about himself 3:23—what brought Lenny to Finland? 9:10—how did Lenny get started knitting? 15:06—Lenny shows us his most recently completed sweater 16:01—what else does Lenny knit? 16:50—is Lenny aware of yarn dominance? 17:59—Lenny shows us other things he has made 20:33—Lenny’s other creative pursuits 27:10—do many Finnish people speak English? 28:10—Lenny and Suzanne discuss using math to create things 30:49—what is Lenny currently working on? 34:49—how long did it take Lenny to make his raglan sweater? 36:16—is Lenny a Finnish citizen now? 37:14—Lenny and Suzanne talk about teaching and learning how to knit 40:37—what is Lenny’s favorite knitting style? 41:38—Lenny show