A Stitch Too Far - Flosstube #77: ramblings and brainfarts

[@christinerichins1959]

Wonderful video and advice today Ingeborg. I really enjoy your cross stitching and valuable information. Thank you for your kindness and concern. God Bless you and your family.

[@efbauer1264]

Those brain farts will get you every time. Love your idea for the scissor rack. Make sure to show us the finished piece. Happy stitching!

[@crossstitchgal]

Wow, what a parade of beautiful work! Thank you for reinforcing for us Americans how serious this is. I think too many people here are still taking it too lightly.

[@suzymcclung9789]

Glad to see you again on video....what beauties you have.Turkish Delight is magnificent. I cannot wait to see your scissors rack all finished! What a great idea.

[@ldrstitcher]

Hi Ingeborg, I love your framed finishes. They are so beautiful and definitely worth the museum glass 🥰. Great to see your video.

[@AStitchTooFar]

Thanks Lisa, hope you are well. xx

[@lindakeith643]

Ingeborg. Your Turkish Delight and In Praise of the Needle finishes are absolutely stunning! They will undoubtedly bring a smile to your face every time you see them hanging on your walls. Thank you for sharing that Iznik and Delft Pottery pattern book recently. I got it from Amazon and am happily stitching the cover design now. I also brought it along on a stitch retreat right before we all were ordered to hibernate, and I know at least one other stitcher ordered it, too. Be well, my friend.

[@AStitchTooFar]

thanks Linda! I look forward to starting something from that book myself, stay safe!

[@marshakruze6056]

Your finishes are beautiful! You could pick a Modern Folk Embroidery chart for your left over blue silk. So many to choose from. Have fun gaming til you get your stitchy bug back.

[@andreac-iheartcrossstitch]

Your framed pieces turned out great!!! Wrap your arms around yourself and squeeze. That is me hugging you. Stay safe and I sincerely hope your family stays healthy.

[@AStitchTooFar]

haha, that was a nice hug :) xx

[@janicekirby9313]

I really like the coat rack. I think it will be a fabulous scissor rack.

[@crossstitchingtina7300]

It's great to see you back. Sorry you are suffering with allergies. Your finishes are beautiful, I'm so glad your stitching bug is back. I find the more I stitch the more I want to stitch . Do you think I have a problem ? LOL Keep safe lovely lady and do what makes you happy x

[@AStitchTooFar]

not the worst problem to have, right?! :)

[@darci8661]

Thank you for the working at home tips! Beautiful finishes! Hang in there 😊

[@doreendeskins2141]

It's great to see you. Your framed projects look fantastic! The Lindy Stitches piece is so colorful. It makes me smile. That's a good one too lift your spirits. She has some great designs. This year's market had so many wonderful designs to choose from that it was hard to decide what to buy. I bought Summer Squirrel by Blue Flower as I've stitches two of the other seasons. I'm trying to finish some WIPs before buying more. Today, I'm stitching the small sampler from Prairie Schooler May. I find it's fun to stitch Prairie Schooler designs. I have Satsuma's Forest to start soon. I'm glad that I have cross stitch to focus on during this trying time. Take care and stitch on!

[@AStitchTooFar]

take care Doreen! I've not seen a lot from market, but i did catch some of Tracy's designs (Ink CIrcles) and they were very tempting :) But as I said my budget was already blown lol. I"m sure she'll still have some in stock in a few months.

[@pamlacey136]

I was glad to see a video from you; I am glad you are staying in and protecting yourself. I pray that your family will all be okay. Hoping your stitchy bug will return to help you through this time.

[@AStitchTooFar]

We are fine, hope you guys are staying safe. We're a long ways off from this being over. take care! xx

[@mylittlestitchyworld9404]

Great update! Everything looks amazing! So glad to see you are well during this scary time. Keep safe stitchy friend 😊.

[@AStitchTooFar]

You too my friend, hope you are well and safe xx

[@judyd4935]

Everything is so Beautiful !

[@susanacevedo3552]

Glad to see your stitching...stay well!.. cheers

[@AStitchTooFar]

it's on and off, but it will work out. stay safe!

[@blueridgestitcher3424]

Hi Ingeborg, Glad to see a video from you. Sorry you've been struggling with your stichy bug. I was interested to hear how things were going in the Netherlands regarding Covid 19. Things are strange here. Some people are taking it seriously and others are not. Most of the needlework shops have shut down but are sending packages if you order from them. Haus Tirol is closed but they sent some of my market haul to keep me well supplied with stash. It helps to keep spirits up during the stress. Don't feel bad about your brain lapses today. Almost everyone I know is having the same trouble. The worry and stress, even subconsciously, is affecting people here in the same way. I've had a few scary nightmares, which I never have, and I know it's dealing with all of these unknown factors that have suddenly appeared in our lives. Stay well and don't be so hard on yourself. We're all human, doing the best we can.

[@AStitchTooFar]

We still have people that don't take it seriously enough, but it's getting better. We've had a really nice sunny weekend and so far as I can tell in my area people still remained indoors. Please stay safe and do what you feel is right We're just at the start of this thing. But we'll get through this, and we have stitching to keep us sane :) x

[@saho_dreamstitch7501]

Hi Ingeborg, beautiful beautiful finishes! I am very sorry your family members are suffering from COVID and wish for full recovery. My company ordered all office workers to work from home from the end of February, as there are many cases in Osaka, so I have been in voluntary lockdown for 3 weeks now. Working from home is difficult as you say.. the routine and lack of exercise. But I am happy to say I have my stitching and an never bored. I am appalled to see the situation worsen so quickly in EU.... for a long time I was under the impression it was just Asia. Stay well and hope to see you soon!

[@AStitchTooFar]

Hi Saho, I"m glad to hear from you. PLease take care and stay safe. I agree things were not taken seriously enough at first here. At this rate we're on the same trajectory as Italy, and let's hope the measurements taken since about a week and a half ago help steer us away from that. Stay healthy and keep stitching my friend! x

[@danieladrecsan8347]

Love your Turkish Delight finish!😍

[@buckeyestitcher3180]

Always happy to see your video, but even more now as watching you while I stitch at night helps me keep something normal” 💗. I hope that things improve soon for your family and country. Hope you had a sunny day today!

[@AStitchTooFar]

Thanks Nicole, I watched your video the other day, not sure if I left a comment. But happy to hear you're doing well and your stitching is beautifyl and your cats are still mischievous :) xx

[@lorettahenderson8979]

Thanks for your lovely video showing the beautiful framed pieces...I use Mary Ellen’s Best Press to solve the wrinkle problem (only spray on the back of fabric) and using stainless steel straight pins with a flat head to stretch around your foam board...Teresa at Kitten Stitcher has a video how she does this...at least a year ago before last Market...I appreciate the UTube sites on the information for the virus...be well and stay safe❣️

[@AStitchTooFar]

i follow the same method, but canvas is a lot more stiff than regular stitching linen or evenweave, that's causing the issues. But i'll check out Teresa to be sure :)

[@MsSiamar]

I am glad to see you and that you are OK. Best wishes for recovery to your family members, and everyone else.

[@bettyulan1247]

Your finishes are spectacular. Do you have blue in your bedroom? I think blue and yellow are the prettiest combo of all colors. I wonder if you stitched the picture behind your head. Your husband and lover are wonderful. They match your shirt nicely. I suffer from massive brain farts. Take care of yourself.

[@lisasstitches]

Was lovely meeting you at the Retreat in Feb. x

[@AStitchTooFar]

it was a great time, feels like ages ago now with everything that's going on. HOpe you are well, stay safe.

[@pattysmith9266]

Beautiful framed pieces. I was telling you what you were trying to think of but I guess you were not hearing me lol. Take care of yourself stay safe. Happy stitching Patty

[@AStitchTooFar]

See, I think I need new glasses as well as a checkup on my hearing :D Take care Patty!

[@PalettePC]

Good to see you. I have lost my stitchy bug and my gaming bug. Whoa is me. I am mostly reading books right now. My update is going to be very short for March LOL. My Mom is now in hospice, all of the caregivers and nurse visits have kept me busy and the whole situation is draining. Take care of yourself. Love Hugs and Prayers, Bev

[@AStitchTooFar]

I'm sorry to hear about your mom Bev, I hope she's geeting the care and love she deserves in this final stage. And I hope you are able to find some rest for yourself. WIll keep you and your family in my thoughts xx

[@leslieben789]

I'm glad to see you're well, and I hope your family gets better/continues to do well! Take care.

[@FrostyXStitch]

It was good to see you and get an update. Stay safe my friend

[@teril9675]

The framed pieces are lovely. Take care!

[@AStitchTooFar]

thanks! you too!

[@liztedlock7717]

So good to see you again...brain farts and all! 💕 Thanks for all the advice, take care!

[@AStitchTooFar]

you too!

[@kristimartin3427]

I love your framed pieces! I'm glad your stitchy bug has returned. I always value your extra insights about things whether it be about books or politics in general. Stay safe!

[@judyrosey]

Lovely finishes! Love you Ingeborg 💚🖤💚

[@elizabethcorsini5499]

Love your framed pieces, they look lovely.

[@StitchEm]

The adverts hasn't even finished and here I am. Hello friend :) xxx

[@suzsewsquilts]

Great finishes and a great idea for a repurposing project.

[@DarlingBluebell]

Preach, sister! Ik ben het zo zo zo ZO ontzettend met je eens. Niet te geloven wat je aan onbezonnen gedrag hier nog steeds ziet, vooral in de supermarkten. Het zal me niks verbazen als na dit weekend de boel alsnog echt op slot gaat. Maar goed dat gaan we zien... Ondertussen veel sterkte en beterschap voor jou en je familie! En on a brighter note: wat heerlijk om je weer te zien en horen :-) Ik heb giga lopen kwijlen over je mooie FFO's, wat een goeie framekeuzes. Dikke knuffel en hou je taai! xx

[@AStitchTooFar]

haha, ja ik dacht dat je die blauwe frames wel mooi zou vinden :) We komen hier wel doorheen, hou je taai xx

[@aliceinstitches471]

Beautiful FFOs! (I agree about the orientation of 'Turkish Delight'.)

[@carlenehall2979]

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[@evelienjol7169]

Goed je weer te zien. Het wordt toch echt tijd dat je een eigen boormachine aanschaft 😉. Weet je al welke patronen je gaat borduren voor in je scharenrek (of heb je dat soms al verteld en heb ik dat compleet gemist)? Hoop je snel weer te zien. Groetjes, Evelien

[@AStitchTooFar]

haha, misschien moet ik die voor mijn verjaardag vragen :) ik heb er wel een maar die is niet sterk genoeg voor beton. Nog geen inspiratie voor wat ik in die vakjes ga borduren, suggesties zijn welkom! Hou je taai, xx

[@linnalark]

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[@StitchEm]

I love you ♥️ wait until you see my garbled version of advice!

[@AStitchTooFar]

don't sell yourself short :) love you back!