Last night on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno
Last night I made an appearance on The Tonight Show and it's always so much fun chatting with Jay Leno. He was asking me about my plans for Arbor Day, about my rather large compost pile, and he was especially interested to hear that I have been hit by lightning three times! The main reason for my appearance was to promote the new Martha Stewart's Encyclopedia of Crafts and, of course, Jay got a lesson in crafting. If you missed last night's episode, you can see it right here, right now. Enjoy!
Here I am talking about being struck by lightning.
Crafting with Jay
I'm SO glad you posted this, I missed it and haven't reached for my DVR control yet this morning. Now I get to watch this with my morning coffee and email catch up.
And struck by lightning??? I never knew. Ouch.
Posted by: matt | April 21st, 2009 at 9:37 am
I loved you on Jay last night! You were very funny and I learned something that I did not know about you.
Posted by: Amy Tollefson | April 21st, 2009 at 9:50 am
Did the lightning strike give you your home decor and design super powers?
Posted by: braxto | April 21st, 2009 at 9:51 am
I got cracked up when you were talking about your Ex and how the lightning did not kill you. I am amazed that you have lived through it!
Posted by: Mindy Choate | April 21st, 2009 at 9:53 am
Painting with leaves is very crafty, getting hit by lightning three times is either super lucky or really bad karma
Posted by: J Wagner | April 21st, 2009 at 9:54 am
I THOUGHT YO TWO WAS SO FUNNY TOGETHER, THAT IT MADE MY NIGHT LAUGHING AT YOU TWO SO HARD. KEEP DOING WHAT YOU ARE DOING LOVE YOU AND THE THINGS YOU DO; YOU R A GREAT LADY , NO MATTER WHAT ANY SAY ABOUT YOU.
Posted by: Diana Reinhold | April 21st, 2009 at 9:57 am
Martha,
Loved seeing you last night on the Leno Show and hearing about your lightning experiences. Talk about electric personality!
Check out my children's story, RAINBOW EYES, at http://www.rainboweyesstory.com. Someday I hope to help children everywhere, especially abused and neglect children.
With LOVE and RAINBOWS,
Jane
Posted by: Jane Lewis | April 21st, 2009 at 9:58 am
Very Nice!
Posted by: Pamela | April 21st, 2009 at 9:58 am
Thanks for sharing! Enjoy your blogs, information shared, and sense of humor. Have been loving reading about your trip this morning. Makes me think of riding in the car, the breeze blowing, sunshine, happiness.
Posted by: Colleen | April 21st, 2009 at 9:58 am
Very funny!
Posted by: Michelle Jessome | April 21st, 2009 at 9:59 am
hmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm
Posted by: ole olsen | April 21st, 2009 at 9:59 am
Not sure if I want to spoil the fun or not since overseas we get the Jay Leno Show a day later. : )
Be sure I'll watch it tonight.
Posted by: Leslie | April 21st, 2009 at 10:01 am
You and Jay kept me in stitches! Though I think you're funnier than he is...
Posted by: Ashley Bushfield | April 21st, 2009 at 10:03 am
So funny! I am in Europe and missed it. So thanks for putting it up. Loved the husband joke and the 'now I got a ruined piece of cloth' by Leno at the end. Hehe!
Posted by: Elvira | April 21st, 2009 at 10:06 am
I loved the part about killing the roosters, the females being much happier without them...
Jay was acting like a whinning child regarding the botanical prints, you would think you were forcing him to clean his room. You maintained your composure and class despite his protests. Well done.
Posted by: Kara Aina | April 21st, 2009 at 10:06 am
Watched the Crafting with Jay video, he so funny. Thanks for sharing the videos, I missed the show last night.
Posted by: Marika | April 21st, 2009 at 10:07 am
Yes, Thanks for posting this I didn't get to watch the show! There were thunderstorms last night on the farm and all we have is satellite.
If you get a chance stop by my blog and read about the Angels!
All the best
Posted by: Wolfbernz | April 21st, 2009 at 10:08 am
U looked cute n made me laugh 2 <3
Posted by: muse | April 21st, 2009 at 10:09 am
Next time, tell Jay he is giving the leaf cloth project a "lube and oil". He'll do better.
Posted by: Nanette | April 21st, 2009 at 10:09 am
Jay Leno is such a hoot. Great to see you on Martha!!
Posted by: Lin Valentine | April 21st, 2009 at 10:10 am
You were great! Jay tried to prod you several times and as usual, you handled things with grace, dignity and humor. You're remarkable.
Posted by: Linda Larkin | April 21st, 2009 at 10:12 am
Hysterical!! You two need a Broadway show together!
Fascinating that you were awakened 3 times like that - it's all good.
Keep twittering!
Posted by: Josia from Israel | April 21st, 2009 at 10:13 am
I am also listed as EllieAmoroso and EllieGreen.
Saw the Jay Leno show and thought you were great. I have been receiving your magazine for years. Great ideas and I have copied so many of your crafts for holidays. Your performance last night with Jay was wonderful. Need to see you more on those talk shows. I know you are busy with your show. When I was staying with my friend in Westport, CT - I did see your old house but it was sold at that time. Still looked nice. Have a great week. ciao!
Posted by: EllieAmoroso | April 21st, 2009 at 10:13 am
Good Morning MARTHA,
I loved it. You showing JAY how to craft was adorable. You seem to have a way of making things look interesting and complicated things look easy. Oh my, you have been hit by lightning a few times and you are still here because you have a purpose in life. One of them being, with your line of products, making things available for the middle class which would otherwise not be available.
THANKS MARTHA!
SAUSS, XOXOXOXO
Posted by: SUZIE FORTON | April 21st, 2009 at 10:15 am
Loved it!! Great job, Martha!
Posted by: Lee Moates | April 21st, 2009 at 10:15 am
I am greatly appreciate you! Thank you.
Posted by: Susan Dedora | April 21st, 2009 at 10:17 am
I just love the way you handle such diverse individuals!
Posted by: Janice | April 21st, 2009 at 10:17 am
I can't thank you enough for posting this! I had to miss it, I love when you are on talk shows because you are such a good sport when they are being funny. Plus I learn more new things from you. Also I adore Jay Keno.
Posted by: Kathy | April 21st, 2009 at 10:18 am
I always enjoy seeing you anytime and I love
your sense of humor. Keep up all your wonderful
work.
Posted by: Kathy Kunz | April 21st, 2009 at 10:19 am
i was hit by lightning too, 4 times, but i was in the bathroom, not the kitchen, i should spend more time in the kitchen....
Posted by: dexter frebish | April 21st, 2009 at 10:21 am
I absolutely love you. You were fabulous last night! So glad you survived the lightning strike!
Posted by: E | April 21st, 2009 at 10:23 am
Sorry I missed you on Leno, but I loved the clips. Struck by lightning 3 times?? What are the chances of that happening even once!
Posted by: Brenda Wong | April 21st, 2009 at 10:23 am
I have always thought that you are a wonderful person and a great business woman!!
Posted by: J. Cunningham | April 21st, 2009 at 10:28 am
NEVER stand next to Martha during an electrical storm!!
Posted by: Gracie | April 21st, 2009 at 10:30 am
I LOVED your appearance. You are so hip Martha: twittering, crafting, helping ppl through tough economic times. Tracy and Jay were so not on the new-technology-bandwagon! My favorite line: "Why would I lie about a silly thing like that." ...on being 'electrocuted'.
Great job M!
-Kathy P
Posted by: Kathy Patalsky | April 21st, 2009 at 10:32 am
Hey I saw you on Jay Leno and I laughed about the part of the lightning because I have a sister named Gale who was also struck by it the way you were and survived but you reminded me of her. I bet that you do not like storms anymore after that incident. Hey you were great on Jay Leno and I appreciate seeing a different side of you. You were funny Martha and you rocked on Jay Leno, I am a fan of yours and I follow you on Twitter. Keep on keep on Martha you are quite the most interesting person.
Posted by: Grace Makkyla | April 21st, 2009 at 10:33 am
I think that the lighning strike is what gave you your super powers! GO MARTHA!
Posted by: Shannon | April 21st, 2009 at 10:34 am
Just started following you on Twitter and found out about your appearance on Jay Leno. You did great on the show and you were funny and entertaining. I will definitely watch the full interview on a repeat episode tonight.
Posted by: Monica | April 21st, 2009 at 10:36 am
He wanted you DEAD......I think NOT!!!!
Posted by: Deborah | April 21st, 2009 at 10:40 am
The clips are pretty cool. I saw you on Today Show recently as well.
Posted by: Michael Koger, Sr. | April 21st, 2009 at 10:41 am
How funny! I love it when you add clips from shows that you appear on - such a shame that we don't get Leno on UK TV. It would be great to get The Martha Show on UK TV as well - hint, hint!
Pru
Posted by: Pru | April 21st, 2009 at 10:42 am
You are special Martha, what can you say...Yo and Jay Made a great
team , Great humour displayed while creating!
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Posted by: andrea and the weimaraners & unleashed mouth | April 21st, 2009 at 10:45 am
I think you are always fabulous! Glad you are OK after the lightning!!
Posted by: Joey Rosen | April 21st, 2009 at 10:46 am
Very funny!! Thanks for sharing that!! All of Jay Leno's shows are a week late here in Switzerland so it was really great to see last nights show today!
Posted by: Nanacakes | April 21st, 2009 at 10:47 am
I always enjoy the Leno show when you're one of his guests.....you have the ability to be "serious" and hysterical at the same time......amazing!! The lightening "schtick" was hilarious!
Posted by: Stephanie Kalfus | April 21st, 2009 at 10:49 am
I watched you in Leno last night. You did great! Ever consider having your own latenight show? MARTHA NOCTURNAL
Posted by: Norbie Kamantigue | April 21st, 2009 at 10:51 am
I like seeing you boss Jay Leno around. It does him some good.
Posted by: Bryan Lindgreen | April 21st, 2009 at 10:52 am
thanks for tweeting the link....missed the show last night. loved the clips. Who says that Martha doesn't have a sense of humor!
Posted by: suzypj | April 21st, 2009 at 10:53 am
I watched you last night and thought you did a great job. You always handle yourself with grace and humor.
Posted by: Cathy | April 21st, 2009 at 10:53 am
Loved the clips always knew you were funny along with creative. And who knew you also were hit by lightning I only got hit once but too funny
Posted by: Francine | April 21st, 2009 at 10:56 am
You are so refreshing! The true beauty of you is your ability to laugh at yourself. We know you insist on perfection but your true humanity is your ability to laugh at yourself. Come to South Florida and let's do a tropics show together. My partner and I invite you to film our tropical backyard. Golden bamboo, Birds of Paradise, Heliconia, Mango and much much more. We need a zone 10 show Martha!
Posted by: Mumball | April 21st, 2009 at 10:57 am
Thanks for posting I too missed the Jay Leno show.I loved the clips! You rock!
Posted by: Paul thompson | April 21st, 2009 at 10:58 am
You were really funny on the show. I did not know that you had been struck by lightening. Wow!
Posted by: Jennifer | April 21st, 2009 at 11:03 am
Revised to do list for this week: 1. Dig well; 2. Route well water to kitchen sink; 3. Bake vegan version of Martha's entire cookie cookbook; 4. Work as hard as 25 people; 5.reduce sleep to 4 hours a night; 6. wait for lightning.
Posted by: Shari Collins | April 21st, 2009 at 11:03 am
way too funny, Jay made it very humorous and showed he can be crafty too, good project for Leno, perfect spot for you
Posted by: Laurel Rinaldi | April 21st, 2009 at 11:05 am
Thank you so much for posting this! I am following you on twitter and it's great to just get links to things like this. thanks again!
Posted by: Megan | April 21st, 2009 at 11:05 am
I rarely get a chance to watch Jay at night anymore, but thought I would check in for "Headlines" last night. Stayed up to watch you. You were great!
Since I can no longer comment on your post about how to set up a blog, I want to really thank you here for doing the show and giving that information. I set up my first blog in February. Thanks so much, it has been loads of fun!
Posted by: Diane Cook | April 21st, 2009 at 11:09 am
I tried to stay awake to watch you on Jay Leno ~ but I fell asleep just after the show started. It comes on at 11:30 here. Anyway, watched the clips and they were great! You are so gracious! Jay is so funny!
Posted by: Rebecca York | April 21st, 2009 at 11:09 am
loved it! the stories about your ex and the lightening were really funny! my mom has your new craft book and we were all ooohing and ahhhing over Easter. I shall go get it myself now!
Posted by: joya | April 21st, 2009 at 11:13 am
Loved you on Leno - you are so gracious and he is so funny. What a combo. But, I fell asleep before you came on so was able to watch your clps. Thanks for having them here for us that can't stay up past 11:30!
Rebecca (Becky) York
http://www.RimrockCreations.com
Posted by: Rebecca York | April 21st, 2009 at 11:13 am
was that lightning story fer real?? if so, i will never wash dishes again! EVER!
Posted by: brother neil | April 21st, 2009 at 11:15 am
Martha .. You rocked on Leno as usual !! Now I know why you are so electrifing ... Follow me on twitter if you dare ! Rock On !! JL
Posted by: jerry | April 21st, 2009 at 11:16 am
Thanks for the twit's up--we usually watch Dave but I tuned into Jay and caught your interview. Missed the craft. Must have dozed off. I'll watch the clip on your blog link. Are you having fun?
Posted by: Cathy-by-the-river | April 21st, 2009 at 11:17 am
You rocked the Leno Show as usual. You're always as sweet as apple pie and as refreshing as ice tea, no matter what hour of the day.
Posted by: Sandy | April 21st, 2009 at 11:18 am
Martha Stewart and Jay Leno! Two of my favorite entertainers! It just doesn't get any better than that! FYI, my dentist has been struck by lightning twice; once on the golf course and once while out walking with his wife (She was not hit.) It left him with naturally curly hair and that is NOT a joke!
Posted by: Lynda K | April 21st, 2009 at 11:20 am
Enjoyed watching you on Jay. Following you on Twitter and always learn something about you and something to do to improve my lifestyle. thanks
Gloria
Posted by: Gloria Bullock | April 21st, 2009 at 11:29 am
Thank you for posting this! You two are very funny!
A short annoucement:
To European viewers - tonight you can watch the full programme in CNBC, the Tonight Show 11pm UK - midnight CET.
Posted by: Roberto Marabotto | April 21st, 2009 at 11:29 am
Wonderful story. You should be a psychoanalyst. You have a wonderful ability to sit with all of your feelings.
Posted by: Fred Hayes | April 21st, 2009 at 11:31 am
Tuesday April 21, 2009
WOW..... DID NOT KNOW LIGHTING COULD GO THROUGH A WELL THEN UP AND OUT THE FACET...... That is so amazing. Good thing you ok and only vomited.
signed Nancy Morales
San Antonio Texas
Posted by: Nancy Morales | April 21st, 2009 at 11:49 am
You gotta love Jay and his comments. Struck by lightning, that must have hurt just a bit. Glad you're still with us.
Posted by: George P. Parcels | April 21st, 2009 at 11:50 am
WOW...... I NEVER KNEW LIGHTING COULD GO DOWN A WELL AND UP AND OUT OF A FAUCET.....Good thing you ok and only vomited. GOOD TV APPEARANCE. Thanks for the opportunity to see that on your blog.
Nancy Morales San Antonio Texas
Posted by: Nancy Morales | April 21st, 2009 at 11:53 am
THANKS MARTHA! I LOVE TO SEE YOU ON THE LATE NIGHT SHOWS...
Posted by: JONATHAN LOVE | April 21st, 2009 at 11:57 am
Hi Martha - you are so funny...i love your sense of humor. When you don't expect it you come out with the funniest things! I have to say, everytime you are on a show it looks like you have the greatest time.
Posted by: Suzanne Morelli | April 21st, 2009 at 11:58 am
I'm so glad we have the DVR set up to record Jay Leno everyday! i can't wait to go and watch everything, thaks for the clips!
BTW, i also DVR your show everysingle day, here in AZ it is at 11:00 am, i usully eat lunch around 12:30, is one f my favorite time of the day, eating lunch while watching the recorded show!
Posted by: Tere | April 21st, 2009 at 12:01 pm
Enjoyed your clips w/Jay. We don't have cable so we don't get to see him. Enjoyed the way you handeled him too. Very smart Lady!
I too was struck by lightening 3 times. I,like you was inside my home at the time. Now I respect storms and don't take them lightly. All 4 of the dogs(Poms)have to be IN MY LAP when there is thunder...poor babies.
Thanks Martha!
Posted by: Linda | April 21st, 2009 at 12:01 pm
Couldn't watch Jay Leno yesterday. But I enjoyed your clips. I never knew you where struck by lightning. 3 times? Wow. And the comment about your ex-husband was just hilarious. Jay Leno is such a funny guy. I always enjoy the things you do and create. Thanks Martha.
Posted by: Debbie Hauck | April 21st, 2009 at 12:02 pm
Great clips, thanks for putting on your site, I missed the show...very funny...great story about lightning, that must have been scary!
Posted by: Linda | April 21st, 2009 at 12:16 pm
Great show Martha! I didn't know that anyone could be struck by lightning and live. The person whom I'm named after was struck by lightning while riding her horse. It killed them both. I think you're very lucky to be alive. That was a funny show. Great idea with the leaves. Looks like a lot of fun!
Posted by: Tandalyn | April 21st, 2009 at 12:21 pm
I laughed...you and Jay were wonderful together!
He was such the typical man. But he did it anyway...but he was honest. You had such patience with helping him... I loved it all. Laughter is good medicine.
Posted by: Brenda Wesley | April 21st, 2009 at 12:28 pm
I enjoyed it because you seem more relaxed when you aren't doing your own show. Plus, when your other encyclopedia was out about repairs and how to do just about everything, I bought eight books and gave them for Christmas presents. My father enjoyed the book more than anyone! So this one will be a wedding gift for my neice who is a crafter and photographer. She'll really enjoy it.
Posted by: Lisann326 | April 21st, 2009 at 12:30 pm
Martha, you are a MESS! (a wonderful mess), and Jay is too! Gee whiz, I hadn't known you'd been struck by lightning, and so many times! Being an admitted weather geek (and so many other things! [giggle] ), I really have come to respect lightning as I've gotten older. I been known to continue mowing during a thunderstorm, just so I could 'get done', but now, I think I'm more prone to reconsider!
Sounds like your trip to California over the weekend was fun and productive. I know, without a doubt, they (Borders and your fans) were pleased to have you as their guest.
I'm always glad, though, when you return back home, knowing you are safe-n-sound.
=^..^=
"Gardening is a habit of which I hope never to be cured, one shared with an array of fascinating people who helped me grow and bloom among my flowers."--Martha Smith
Posted by: Cindy Bricker | April 21st, 2009 at 12:32 pm
You already had my respect, my husband and I really enjoyed you on Leno, the stories were great, it was like you were talking for real, not just promoting, I have to tell you that my husband doesn't ever say anything about celebrities, but he does really like you. You come across as down to earth real person. I love your xm radio station too, I listen everyday.
Posted by: Patricia Brennan | April 21st, 2009 at 12:34 pm
used to watch jay the whole time but haven't seen it since i left new york.stuck in ireland now.you were always quiet plesent on tv n glad i watched it here.if the topic ever comes up martha,legalise the irish
Posted by: liam grennan | April 21st, 2009 at 12:39 pm
Enjoyed watching it I was sad when I found out you were on his show..
Thank you so much for posting this! It was very funny.
Posted by: meech714 | April 21st, 2009 at 12:42 pm
Oh Martha you are always fabulous. Don't know if you remember me the days when I was on Today Show. We actually were on many of the same days but I am fitness and you are Fabulous in everything you do. I love when you are on late night. In fact if you could somehow get them to have you on as a regular I would look forward to it every night. I am up that late to try and keep up with your organization and style in my home. We as your fans await for your next late night show appearance. Best, Kathy Kaehler
Posted by: Kathy Kaehler | April 21st, 2009 at 12:51 pm
Martha, you are a MESS! (a wonderful mess), and Jay is too! Gee whiz, I hadn't known you'd been struck by lightning, and so many times! Being an admitted weather geek (and so many other things! [giggle] ), I really have come to respect lightning as I've gotten older. I been known to continue mowing during a thunderstorm, just so I could 'get done', but now, I think I'm more prone to reconsider!
Sounds like your trip to California over the weekend was fun and productive. I know, without a doubt, they (Borders, Jay, and your fans) were pleased to have you as their guest.
I'm always glad, though, when you return back home, knowing you are safe-n-sound.
=^..^=
"Gardening is a habit of which I hope never to be cured, one shared with an array of fascinating people who helped me grow and bloom among my flowers."--Martha Smith
Posted by: Cindy Bricker | April 21st, 2009 at 12:56 pm
Thanks for sharing.Too late to stay up & I forgot to DVR it.Love your sense of humor with the lightning/X husband line.Stuff like that makes you more relatable.
Posted by: CONNIE | April 21st, 2009 at 12:59 pm
Thanks for sharing! Missed the show last night and was happy to catch it on your blog. As always you were very entertaining. Thanks for all you do! Maybe you got all your energy from the lightening strikes?! Keep up the great work!
Posted by: Donna Wilkerson | April 21st, 2009 at 1:03 pm
Hi Martha, I loved you and Jay together last night. I don't usually watch him but I always watch when you are on. I thought he was so funny when he pulled up the leaf and said "Look, a ruined piece of fabric!" I really liked the project, and I want a totebag like that. You were really cute on the show, too, when the strawberry shortcake mold wouldn't come out, blow-torch that baby!
Posted by: Sarah in San Diego | April 21st, 2009 at 1:40 pm
You crack me up! I love watching you on the talk shows and seeing the different hosts performing tasks. I still laugh about the time you were on Conan ironing and folding fitted sheets. RIOT!
Posted by: Deb | April 21st, 2009 at 1:50 pm
really enjoyed you on Leno last night. Never stay up that late, but didn't want to miss it! Some poeple just attract electricity!
Posted by: Heidi | April 21st, 2009 at 1:55 pm
What did Tracy say, I didn't understand any of that either???? I remember reading in the book Being Martha how you were zapped while on a fishing boat in SF during filming your first show and how you were in pain but finished the taping and then went to the hospital to be checked out, water in your boot and the zap just missed your heart went through your body and out your toe. Jay didn't let you finish that story.
Well, you sure had some HOT weather out here in sunny California didn't you!
I hope your visit to my beautiful state will encourage you to buy that horse ranch here in little wine country central coast CA LOL!!!
I wish you had posted the entire JELLO blooper to Youtube or here on The Martha Blog, there was a lot more to that segment!
Pam from California
Posted by: Pam From California | April 21st, 2009 at 1:59 pm
Hi Martha,
I greatly enjoyed your "shocking story" on Leno!!! You should invest in a mini lighting rod and take it with you in bad weather! LOL
Seriously, your show is very informative with a weatlh of information for all people. I don't know if you had any contests for low cal recipes? I would love to see a show like that. Please let me know if you are going to have a contest. Many people might like that challenge.
PS - Congrats on your new book!
Marlene/Starblossom on Twitter - NY
Posted by: Marlene Woodason | April 21st, 2009 at 2:30 pm
You were so relaxed, natural, fun-loving, and yet informative on these clips -- just like always.
Thanks for being you!
Posted by: Karen Money Williams | April 21st, 2009 at 2:31 pm
I loved your visit with Jay. You were very funny and I'm so pleased that you shared it with us since I missed it. What fun.
Posted by: Denise Cunniff | April 21st, 2009 at 2:42 pm
Hi Martha!!! I loved you on Jay Leno last night! You were in top form as Jay always tried to 'turn the tables' on your composure!! One thing struck me as you and Jay were talking about 'crafts' and their importance in these tough times... and Jay made the comment about crafts and his collection of cars and I thought "not many women has the means to have a hobby like his"... although, he has one car in his collection that I would love to 'take a spin in'.... I know he's got better cars than this but his '56 Buick convertible was like one from my teen years... so many memories! Martha, do you have any 'vintage cars'?
anyhow, not that you would need to, but, if you've been hit by lightening that many times, maybe you could thwart the powers that be and play the lottery??? Might just be the needful thing to change the course of those lightening bolts!!! hahahaha! Seriously, I thinking getting hit by lightening once would be frightening! How can you not be scared out of your wits after being hit numerous times???
Posted by: Lotus | April 21st, 2009 at 2:45 pm
You both were so funny!
Posted by: myerscho | April 21st, 2009 at 2:48 pm
Hi Martha,
I watched you on the show with Jay Leno. I love his show and you were great together, very funny. I have followed your sucess over the years and I must tell you that I just love the way you seem so genuine and make what you do look so easy. Thanks for sharing your many talents with us.
Posted by: Irene | April 21st, 2009 at 2:55 pm
Hi Martha. First, let me thank you for all you have taught me about cooking, cleaning and crafts. PLEASE stay away from windows and water during storms. Or carry a lighting rod in your back pocket. Enjoyed you on the Tonight Show last night. Thanks again. Stay cool and be careful out there. Pete
Posted by: Pete Jennings | April 21st, 2009 at 3:16 pm
Love your humour!
Posted by: itisdiana | April 21st, 2009 at 3:19 pm
MARTHA! You were great last night on Leno!! You were so funny! It's a side of you we don't get to see too often! Fascinating about the lightning!
Posted by: Dan | April 21st, 2009 at 3:28 pm
You and Jay are always a delight. Great show
Posted by: Judy | April 21st, 2009 at 3:47 pm
Very funny! Thanks for the laughs.
Posted by: Becky Thalhofer in Rockford, IL | April 21st, 2009 at 3:52 pm
How crazy about the lightning! I'm sure glad you survived it way back then because otherwise there would be a great number of things I wouldn't know how to do in the kitchen and home
Posted by: Kari | April 21st, 2009 at 4:02 pm
I loved the interview!!! You and Jay are great together!! I smiled through the whole interview.
Posted by: Patricia Phillips | April 21st, 2009 at 4:03 pm
Jay is so funny! Great clips!
Posted by: Jill | April 21st, 2009 at 4:18 pm
I enjoyed the show. Jay and you could have a show together because your personalities click.
Posted by: Lorie | April 21st, 2009 at 5:00 pm
Jay so has a crush on Martha.
Posted by: Kristen | April 21st, 2009 at 5:02 pm
I enjoyed the clips but thought you would have the entire appearance on video here. Disappointed. I forgot to TIVO it. Is it available anywhere else?
Posted by: Bonnie Barber | April 21st, 2009 at 5:45 pm
Great show! A friend of mine told me that she heard you were a fan of Mystery Science Theater 3000. Is this true? If so, which host do you prefer: Mike or Joel?
Posted by: Elizabeth Holli Wood | April 21st, 2009 at 6:19 pm
Loved you last night dear lady. You are an awesome person. If only I wasn't married !!!
Posted by: tom bassett | April 21st, 2009 at 6:29 pm
Saw you on Jay Leno last night. He always brings out a side of you that we don't usually see with other people. You two are great together. Hope to see you on his new show.
Posted by: Mary Polanskey | April 21st, 2009 at 6:35 pm
I watched because of your twitter post! I thought you were great. I'm getting married in October and I can do a lot with that leaf fabric you showed us all how to make!
Posted by: LisaVonHudson | April 21st, 2009 at 7:19 pm
Great clips. Loved the lightning and ex comment-- you do snarky very well.
Posted by: Chessie | April 21st, 2009 at 7:22 pm
Oh so sorry i missed it clips was funny i can only imagine how the rest of the show was..
i never got hit by lightning but i stood by a tree that got hit and my hair all stood on end..
that was the shock of my life you could say...
Posted by: darlene cobb | April 21st, 2009 at 8:05 pm
We watched you last night and thought you were great (as always!) We are really big fans of yours and look for your shows and guest appearances.
Posted by: Harriet Spence | April 21st, 2009 at 8:07 pm
Wonderful show, you are an amazing woman and a true role model for America's young women looking to be successful, classy, graceous and a bit fiesty!
Posted by: Marcus | April 21st, 2009 at 8:07 pm
Martha,
You cannot get electrocuted and survive!!Electrocution means being killed by electricity.
Below is the definition of Electrocution.
electrocution
noun
1. execution by electricity
2. killing by electric
Posted by: Dudley Harris | April 21st, 2009 at 8:32 pm
Saw you on Jay. Lightening, you've got to be the toughest woman I know of. My house got hit by lightening and that was bad enough. You were lots of fun on Jay. I think you're just getting better and better everyday!
Posted by: patti steward | April 21st, 2009 at 8:36 pm
you were wonderful as always - Jay was a hoot - your story was most shocking.(smile)
Posted by: Pat Griffith | April 21st, 2009 at 8:38 pm
Hi Martha,
It's always so much fun watching Jay trying to create one of your wonderful designs, you can tell he really enjoys having you on his show! Thank you for all the years of your fabulous creativity!
Posted by: Sandra | April 21st, 2009 at 9:13 pm
I always wondered how you have the energy to keep the schedule you have and be so creative in so many fields.
Lightning strikes, divorce happens (all for the best) and you build an Empire of Creatitivity, an example for ALL women! I really admire you.
Posted by: Karen Fernandez | April 21st, 2009 at 9:42 pm
Very Funny ! Just what I needed this has been a very bad day and I needed a laugh.
Posted by: Jo Ann M. Thompson | April 21st, 2009 at 9:58 pm
I always enjoy watching you, but not when you are with people who obviously(to a viewer) do not appreciate your talents.(eg., Charles G., who was on your television show)
Please stay away from people who would like to take you down, particularly when they are trying to promote something of themselves and nothing else!
Posted by: christine | April 21st, 2009 at 10:21 pm
the story about your lightning experience was astonishing, truly a wonder of nature.
{Martha, I really don't believe your (X) Husband wishes that on you!}
Seeing you work the crafts with Jay Leno was very refreshing...loved the relaxed humor of it all, it suits you well Martha.
SU
Q66 Dzigns
Posted by: Su Martin | April 21st, 2009 at 10:25 pm
I had gotten your "tweet", but had missed your appearance on Jay Leno last night. Thank you, Martha, for posting the videos. That was the first time I have heard you share about the lightning incident - what a close call! I loved watching you guide Jay through the project. Looks like you and he had a great time. He's a good sport and finds humor in just about every situation. You are both gifted with outstanding creativity. I look forward to reading your new Encyclopedia of Crafts (I like origami / paper crafts). All the best to you!
Posted by: Woody Haynes | April 21st, 2009 at 10:30 pm
well I had a senior moment and forgot to watch the show, even with a reminder written on my bathroom mirror! geesh! thanks for having these clips, now I'm even more sorry that I missed it...sounds like a great time.
Posted by: delia | April 21st, 2009 at 10:32 pm
I don't know, Martha. . .you seem to be giving yourself away on Twitter. Clearly your comments on today's show were taped *before* you appeared on Leno and had dinner with friends.
Posted by: MMC in San Diego | April 21st, 2009 at 10:35 pm
Something about you and lightning, Martha! There was a post about your tree being struck in March, and now 3 strikes for you. Better be careful. Remember the movie, "Powder"?
Posted by: Elise | April 21st, 2009 at 11:19 pm
Martha,
You were great on Leno!!! I always enjoying watching the two of you together...so funny!!!!
Posted by: Carey Moore | April 21st, 2009 at 11:19 pm
Hello from Melbourne, Australia
You worked well with Jay Leno. Funny clip!
My partner and I watch your show everyday on the "How to" channel. We have used your recipes a couple of times. Especially your "Mac and Cheese" -yummy!. Please keep up the great work!
Mike
P.S. I hope you like my website I am an Painter/Illustrator down here!
Posted by: Mike | April 22nd, 2009 at 12:22 am
Loved it. Watched the whole thing last night. Loved the leaves
Love you!! I need help decorating my new apartment in L.A. Wanna help? 
Posted by: Ally | April 22nd, 2009 at 12:37 am
Martha, I enjoyed you on Jay Leno. I am a great fan of yours, and I read your Tweets! I am not following many people, but I am following you. You are a busy woman!
I hope you get a new Chow Chow. My son has one who is precious. She looks a lot like your Paw Paw did.
Posted by: Krista Gatlin | April 22nd, 2009 at 1:24 am
I saw it, I thought you were hilarious.
Posted by: Rowena | April 22nd, 2009 at 2:34 am
I loved it.... I just finished reading--well, reading is an understatement, studying-- your book "The Martha Rules". Great book and great time watching you with J.Leno.
NS (mexico)
Posted by: Nuria | April 22nd, 2009 at 8:12 am
You're one of my favorite people to watch in such situations. One never knows what you're going to say. It's rarely disappointing.
Posted by: Sue | April 22nd, 2009 at 8:44 am
Any place Martha will be on I am there, she adds a fresh, bright outlook and her own style to any show or anyplace she goes. Shine on Martha!
Posted by: ellen marie leach | April 22nd, 2009 at 10:05 am
thanks for sharing, i love when you share tips with late night hosts
Posted by: tommy | April 22nd, 2009 at 1:15 pm
Sorry I missed the Leno but yr vacation photos are awesome. I love to Tweet also. Hope u have a great day.
Pat
Posted by: Patricia Carpenter | April 22nd, 2009 at 2:21 pm
You're funny, Martha!
Posted by: Jamie | April 22nd, 2009 at 2:51 pm
I just wanted to thank you Martha for having the Etsy shop owner from the Black Apple on your show. I live in a city where there really isn't a year round venue for selling my items. I caught the show several months ago when the two of you made dolls she sold in her shop.
Well I immediatly set up my own shop and now 6 months or so later I have my shop filled with many of my items and I just wanted to thank you. I had not heard of Etsy until I watched your show.
Saw you on Leno the other night! I must say I loved those beads you were wearing. It looked like you had a lot of fun! You really have done it all from cooking to crafts to the clink to electric charges!
Posted by: Jenn | April 22nd, 2009 at 2:52 pm
Hi Martha, What a fabulous time you had on the Tonight Show with Jay Leno!!! That was one of your best appearances!!! He is so much fun and the two of you together are fabulous!!! Your lightening strikes are amazing. I was only hit once and that was on a small lake near Shoshone Falls near Twin Falls, Idaho. I was standing on a raft close to the shore when it struck. That was back in 1948 and I can't remember the details, but I wasn't hurt. Jan
Posted by: Jan Erickson | April 22nd, 2009 at 6:50 pm
I loved your interview! You're always full of surprises. And The Killers are my favorite band so it was doubly good!
When will you invite them on your show? You know the singer grows peas in his backyard in Nevada, right?
Posted by: Maureen | April 22nd, 2009 at 9:09 pm
Aloha! I saw you on Leno and GREAT NEWS! There is a composter for meat, poultry, bones, etc. "The Digestor" is a cone shaped composter that goes into the groud (and nourishes the soil around it as compost develops) and the cones sit on top of the ground where you put your scraps in (no danger of animal intrusion). Southington, Conn. uses this and encourages their residents to as well. Email me if you would like more information--I just learned about it this week from tourists from CT!--Amanda
Posted by: Amanda Gravitte | April 23rd, 2009 at 12:35 am
I thought you were fantastic on Jay Leno! You looked great, and you were so funny! Also learned about the lightning strikes!
Posted by: Alissa | April 23rd, 2009 at 1:16 am
love the show. hope to see you on twitter
Posted by: jim | April 23rd, 2009 at 5:09 am
Martha,
You are such an inspiration to me. You epitomize classiness! Your style spills over onto everything you touch, and it is lovely. I have admired you for years, and will continue for years to come! You were darling on Leno! I love seeing that light hearted side of you!
Posted by: Melissa Parker | April 23rd, 2009 at 11:36 am
you were so cute i just lov ya.
Posted by: miriam | April 23rd, 2009 at 5:29 pm
LOL, Martha, you are amazing! Such wit, charisma, and yes, Jay thinks U R Sexy...and he would be correct! I hope you are around for a long long time. LUV YA!
Posted by: Ana S | April 24th, 2009 at 1:21 am
Thanks for posting the link on twitter! I was able to see it and catch this segment! You rock Martha!!!
Posted by: Danna Crawford | April 24th, 2009 at 1:32 am
Hilarious! Your surprise witty remark at the end of your "lightning" story made me laugh... and carved a smile on my face!
Always enjoyable and entertaining to watch you navigate the tricky and sometimes perilous skies of late night talk.
Posted by: Bryan from Windtee | May 4th, 2009 at 12:23 am