Brenda and the Serial Starter #13

[@pyrme12]

Love, Love, Love. Want to get Blackbird/Strawberry Sampler in honor of my Grandmother. It immediately made me think of her when I saw it. Thank you. ❤️❤️❤️

[@dorissanders1950]

This must be the ultra eyecandy experience. I enjoy every minute. Wonder charts and lovely linen. I love to see fabric to purchase. Have fun at Hobby House.

[@quiltmania58]

I let out a belly laugh at "monogamous stitcher" !!!! What does that make the rest of us? Wow! To heck we are marching! lol

[@911stitcher]

Laura your finish is gorgeous! And I love your framed piece, Brenda. I could just sit there day after day looking at charts, floss, and fabric. Sigh. ❤️❤️ Great video, I had so much fun!! ❤️ xxoo 🐿 🐿 🐿

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Thanks so much!!!!!!!! Your floss tubes are great too!!!! Lots of eye candy!!!! and cute doggies!!!!!!

[@janj9585]

You two kill me.....in the very best way (hernias and heart attacks). So many great pieces, patterns, bags and goodies. Way too much fun to watch you. Thanks a million times for your wonderful videos!!!

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Thank you so much for your wonderful comment Jan!!!!! Happy Stitching!

[@bonniedudley297]

Much much enjoyment. If only more energy and hours in the day. But oh those pascals of squirrels 🤪 thanks for all the enjoyment ladies!

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Thanks Bonnie!!!!!! Yes, those silly squirrels sure keep us hopping!!!! and yes to more energy and hours in the day!!!!

[@marleneheiting3742]

No more crappy days. You are so much fun to watch. Just started cross stitching after many years and I want so bad to get to the point where I can do some samplers. You are my inspiration.

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Thank you Marlene!! So happy you are back to stitching!!! You can do a sampler anytime...it is not hard at all!!! Jump in whenever you like!!!! Let us know which one you pick!!

[@lauriejtowle7137]

I have already spent close to $200 on market pre-orders this year and I'm still at it!!! Now that my husband is retired, I can no longer hide the incoming packages! AND I'm a quilter on top of the stitching! I no longer have a spare room in our 3 bedroom house. Good thing we don't get many (any) overnight visitors! Another stellar floss tube ladies. You are the best.

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Thanks Laurie!!!!! I (Laura) just made my first market order today....I have been holding off, but the damn burst when I saw the Huswife from Chessie and Me today. Does the quilting world have a market like this? If so, I can imagine you would be in trouble. I like to look at fabric and I don't even quilt! Thanks so much for watching!!!!!

[@lauriejtowle7137]

@@brendaandtheserialstarter2410 Yup, the quilting world holds two markets a year!! However, I'm slowly downsizing my quilting as cross stitch is and always has been my first love. Thinking of teaching myself to make project bags out of the tons of fabric I have. Lord knows I have plenty of projects to fill them (squirrel!). I have so many of the samplers you showed in your last video including Beatrix Potter and the companion to that one. (Quaker samplers are my favorite). Thanks to you two, I just joined Spring Green's ABC Club!! and was able to get the last one from Needlework Press!! Whoopee! I'm a good mail order customer of their's because I also have several of their quilt kits, along with cross stitch. I am also now watching Crosshatch Quilts and Nicole C. thanks to you both. Hubby is now retired so am hoping to make a road trip some day to all the x-stitch shops I've always wanted to visit including Spring Green, The Attic, and Dying to Stitch. I have made it to Sassy Jack's and thought I died and went to sampler heaven!

[@sandradurkee2859]

You guys makes us all feel normal when we put a project aside and don't get back to it immediately. Thanks and love your videos.

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Yes, that is what we were doing all along...just wanting to make everyone feel normal! We do it for the community not for ourselves (LOL!!!). Thanks Sandra!!!

[@ednad2330]

Thank you for another great video. Seeing all of your projects and charts has resulted in me no longer have anxiety attacks when I spend money on supplies.

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

That is great Edna!!! No more anxiety when shopping....market is coming so that will be the true test!!!! Happy Stitching!!!

[@laurabanks6340]

I cannot tell you how much I love watching your videos. Your honesty, friendship and encouragement of each other AND other flosstubers just makes me want to press replay. I watch several stitchers and enjoy them all but you two women are truly special.

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

oh my goodness...this is just the sweetest comment Laura! I cannot tell you how much that means to us!!! Thank you for your kindness!!! Until next time...hugs and happy stitching!!!

[@allisonshontz5104]

You guys are so cute! Definitely my favorite floss tube channel. Thanks for all the laughs, smiles and sharing your passions!!!!!!

[@sheliaburton541]

You two give me such inspiration and enabling! Love your videos and all your stitching projects, stash, and buys. WOW, what great taste you both have. Thanks so much for sharing your stitching with us. My heart is pounding fast after watching this video.

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Thanks so much Sheila!!! Isn't it funny how the stitching stuff makes our hearts go pitter patt - literally!!!!! Just thinking about it all gets me hepped up!

[@karend525stitches5]

You two are the cheerleaders of cross stitch! Your enthusiasm is infectious and your camaraderie fun to watch! Loved the "Why haven't I done this" and "Why haven't I finished this" segments.

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Thanks so much Karen!!!!! What a great idea....cheerleaders of cross stitch!!! We need to think up a cheer to do at retreats!

[@lynnetling4566]

Firstly, let me say how deeply touched I am by your humanitarianism. Really - the fact that you buy floss, fabric and charts solely to keep the designers and shops in business is so touching. Sister Theresa and Albert Schweitzer would hang their heads in shame at your sacrifice. You crazy nuts - you make me laugh so much! Thanks for another enabling, wonderful video. I had an order come in the mail the other day & hubs said "let me guess, Brenda and Laura showed a new chart." Stitch on!

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

This made me laugh so hard!!!!!!!! Thank you for recognizing the great sacrifices that we are making for the common good. It is hard work, but we are honored to be doing it. We don't mean to shame Mother Theresa....but she is no longer here doing this kind of work so we must take over........What chart did you get???? Thanks Lynn for leaving such a hilarious comment and for watching!!!! Happy Stitching until next time!

[@bunnymomjulie6719]

Thank you for mentioning Market. You reminded me to order my "W-O-O-F" pins for my pincushion from last year! I'm from CA but I've been to Shipshewana! My friend took me to Amish Acres with the big red round barn. I heard all that had closed. We went somewhere and had "thresher's dinner" and it was wonderful. That was about 25 years ago! xoxo

[@leetlesnyder]

I am watching this instead of doing work....shhhh! 🤭 You guys are so hilarious! And total enablers! 😬😂

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Guess what???? I am answering this instead of doing work!!!! We are out of control!!!! Thanks for watching and commenting!!!

[@sewgrateful15]

Just a calm, Sunday night...minding my own business....stitching and listening......then I had to stop and write and stop and write...then order..... Once again, somehow you two girls SPLASHED me with Grace & Goodness. Every single time I stop by, I end up smiling & swinging my legs like a fourth grader and I swear I stitch faster. Thanks for making the stitching world so much sassier. Thanks for sharing your uplifting spirits. You two make my world better, just by being you. Happy Stitching, hugs, Daleen

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Oh Daleen!!! This comment makes me want to weep. It is so sweet and so funny....and we so appreciate your kind spirit!!! The image of smiling and swinging legs like a fourth grader is just the best!!!!!! Sending you lots of love always!

[@territheoldneedleshop996]

OMG ladies....I don’t know if I’m having a hernia and heart attack...or just a panic attack🤣🤣🤣🤣 I had to watch you guys in a few different parts because my heart races so fast when I see all the silks and linen and samplers....I just can’t take it🤣🤣....plus market is not even here yet!!...really...I’m serious my heart is beating so fast ....does that ever happen to anyone else? ....maybe I’m just weird😊...I gotta go lay down for awhile so I can stitch later🤣🤣🤣 have a great evening! Loved it all !

[@carolinet.4621]

Terri TheOldNeedleShop Totally agree, Terri! I just cannot stop smiling at all of it! ♥️

[@nicolesneedlework2118]

Yep!!

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

I totally get it!!!! I have the same experience (see my reaction when Brenda pulled out that Gigi R!!!) and seeing all the market stuff has me definitely in an H&H situation!!!!! When I go to the Attic I need a Valium!!!!!! But aren't we lucky to be so passionate about our beloved hobby! And did you see the pin cushion you created made the screen grab!!!! Oh the things you could show on a floss tube Terri!! You would cause a lot of H&H!!!!

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

@@carolinet.4621 Thanks Caroline!!!

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

@@nicolesneedlework2118 Right back at ya!!!!!!

[@davettepittman525]

Absolutely loved your philosophy of supporting the cross stitch industry (what a fabulous and logical “excuse” for ordering new patterns, fabric, floss, and notions at Market Time).

[@sarabrunsvold2461]

You ladies are simply fantastic!!! I think we all need three or four lifetimes to complete everything!!! You two are so talented!!!

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Where do we sign up for another couple of lifetimes? Or - is there stitching in heaven? I have to think there is or I would get very upset!!! Thanks for your kind comments Sara!!!!

[@rachelnazarian9487]

I am so proud of you finishing so many pieces, Laura!

[@lindamelz242]

Wowie Zowie Laura great going three finished stitches. YEAH!!! You ladies are so much fun to watch and such an inspiration. Love that finish with an unfinished stitch - Awesome idea. So close on some of your WIPs all beautiful. Happy stitching

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Thanks Linda!!!!! Yes, that idea of finishing an unfinished project into something else is genius!!!! Hope you have a good week of stitching ahead!!!

[@michellepemberton3302]

"Retail therapy at its best" then woohoo from the clock!!!! 🤣😂🤣 I just adore you ladies!!! 2 weeks is too long to have to wait for the next video. I also have not watched any other channels without them mentioning you ladies, y'all are really inspiring us all!!! Cant Express enough how influential you have been in my life!!! Thank you ladies.

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Thanks Michelle!!! Really...we have been influential?? That is so sweet of you to say. We have been influenced over the years by so many wonderful people so I guess we are just returning the favor. That clock chiming in at that moment was priceless!!!! I wish we could do a video every week.......maybe when we retire.... Until next time...Hugs!!!

[@bettyulan1247]

I always look forward to your videos. What a treat for the eyes. I have some of my grandmother’s tea towels. I’m 74 so you can imagine how old they are. She embroidered them and did tatting around the edges. They’re stained and I may think about doing little pillows for all my children. I look forward to seeing your next video and thanks for keeping me company. I’m pretty much shut in so I consider y’all to be my friends.

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Hi Betty!!!! Hugs and love to you!!!! That is so wonderful that you have some of your grandmother's tea towels! I am sure your children would treasure the little pillows you could make from them!!!! Until next time....happy stitching!

[@coastflyer1]

I’m coming late to the party. Hopefully you will see this comment. I found your channel and have been binge watching each day. I used to cross stitch but then got into quilting which I love. I grew up in Wisconsin and love to hear the midwest accent which I still have. Brenda, I am married, have two grown daughters and I was an accountant (retired now). I also had a Scottie dog. You’re not left handed too are you?😂😂😂 You inspired me to order a Plum Street pattern and kit. Miss Bigley’s Library. I have a daughter who loves to read. Thank you so much. Your channel is a hoot!

[@roseannkowitz2652]

I wake up Sunday mornings and anticipate your video like a kid at Christmas. Laura, you may be on track to be the Serial Finisher.

[@yukonviv9166]

RoseAnn Kowitz me too!

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

@@yukonviv9166 Thanks Vivian!!!

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Thanks RoseAnn!!!!!! That is a very sweet compliment! Maybe one of the beneficial outcomes of doing Floss Tube will be some finishes!!!!! It is wild!

[@jennscountedthreads]

Loved all the “why haven’t I started/finished” items. We are so lucky to have so many good options for pretty things to stitch.

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Aren't we lucky Jenn!!!! That is why it is important to have stash!! At least that is what we keep telling ourselves!

[@jennscountedthreads]

@@brendaandtheserialstarter2410 For sure!

[@gingershull2364]

Another fantastic video ladies! I just love stitching and spending a little of my Sunday afternoon with both of you! I appreciate the shout out for Black Dog Sampler, that was a big surprise.

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Thank you for watching Ginger!!!!!! Brenda has a great memory of what people have stitched and shown on IG! And I just always remember that everything you post is amazing!!!! What if you did a Floss Tube??? It would be really really great! No pressure though.....as long as you keep posting to IG!!! Hugs!

[@bunnyemartins5460]

I cannot tell you how much I enjoy your videos! I am in awe of your stitching and stash. You are just so funny. 😊

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Thank you so much Bunny!!!

[@cindybarger2250]

You guys are nothing but trouble with a capital T. And I love that! 😀 Your videos make my already severe case of “I want to stitch all the things” even worse. 💗💗💗

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

We need company Cindy!!!!!! Thanks so much for watching and being on the same wavelength!!!

[@margieboyd700]

Wow you ladies are killing me and my poor wallet! I love your starts, finishes and confessions. Honestly enjoy every minute of your videos. The longer the better I say! Thank you for sharing all of it and happy stitching. Margie PS - and the "supporting the designers, thread makers and fabric dyers" LOVE IT, laughed right out loud.

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Thanks Margie!!!!!!!! This week along with market preorders we are doing a lot of supporting!!! Happy Stitching!

[@sadieladydubois2763]

Laura...so proud of your finishes!!! It makes me feel better to know that we "all" have those serial starts and unfinished projects, lol. As always I enjoy the time spent watching you ladies and always look forward to the next one!!

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Thanks so much Sadie!!!!!! We are all in this together!!!

[@michellehutchens1917]

I think it's heart palpitations every time I see all of your samplers! ;) and patterns and silks and threads and haul and all the things! :)

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Thanks Michelle!!! There are just so many beautiful things out there!!!! It is never ending...which is a good thing!

[@mirili3836]

Ladies, I enjoyed it a lot! Thank you so much for doing videos for us, we know how effort it takes and I really appreciate that. Happy Stitching. Xoxo. Miriam

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Thanks so much Miriam!!! We really have fun doing them so it doesn't feel like much effort at all!! Happy Stitching to you too!!

[@MyfriendDonna]

You both make me smile while I’m working on those Federal Returns!!!!!!! That’s why I stab fabric at night. Stress release

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Just like Brenda!!! After working on taxes....it's time for stabbing!!!!!! Thanks for watching and commenting Donna!!

[@heatherbartlett5113]

Omg I sooo look forward to your videos! Work is so stressful for me and you two are a great escape for me. I listen to your videos while I stitch. I truly enjoy watching you show your work and all of the beautiful patterns you show. You even inspired me to take a hour long ride to my local shop and pick up some Plum Street samplers. I picked up one of the Saltboxes one because I grew up in a salt box! I’ve only ever stitched on Aida so I’m a little scared. I just want you two ladies to know that you bring some light into our lives and I look forward to every new video!!

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Thanks so much for your kind words Heather!!! So happy you were inspired to take a trip to the LNS!!!! Don't feel you need to switch your stitching to something other than Aida!!! Just stitch on what makes you happy. That is the main thing for sure. You have to be comfortable and happy! Hugs!!!

[@livefromthesheshackwithdaw6479]

Hi Brenda and Laura! Thank you so much for the shout out. I am Dawna from Live from the SheShack! Laura can't wait to see your stitching on The Black Horse Inn - such a great pattern. Brenda can't wait to see you stitching on Your a Grand Old Flag. I used a variety of Belle Soie Silk........ Love both of these projects! I so enjoy your videos.

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Thanks so much Dawna!!! WE LOVED YOUR VIDEO!!! Can't wait for #2!!!!!!!!! Also, can't wait to start Black Horse Inn. The chart for that project is perfect. So big and easy to read!!!!! Until next time, Happy Stitching!!!!

[@melscozycraftynook8383]

You ladies are always such a hoot! Thanks so much for taking the time to do these videos. I always look forward to watching!!

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Thanks so much for watching!!! and leaving such a nice comment!

[@julievanderheide5794]

You are both so talented. Thanks for everything you show us. Love your stitching!!!

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Thank you so much Julie!!!!

[@roxyvoorhees1838]

Omg..... thank you. I rewound your video and had my husband watch your reason for buying more and more and more......we do it to support designers, linen and thread dyers. He said now he understands......everything I buy is a donation and for me not to turn into a B. He said, “Then it’s all really about me.” 😂👍😂Yes.... now he understands. Thank you! Thank you!

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

It was a true public service announcement then right Roxy!!!!!!??? Just in time for market!!!!!! Woohooo!

[@rebeccareyes776]

Thank you both so very much for making your videos. I watch and I’m learning new things, I’m seeing patterns I need , I’m inspired and I’m just so enjoying your friendship and personalities! Laura, send me some of your unfinished 32 count projects, I’ll finish them for you! Take good care sweet ladies 😘❤️ Rebecca

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Thank you so much Rebecca!!!!!!!!! If I come across some that I am definitely not going to finish I will let you know!!! Although after last week's video I finished the little lady in red on 32 count and it was fun....so I might switch back and forth!!! Happy Stitching!

[@crosshatchquilts]

You girls just make life more fun and exciting!! I get so hepped up that I have rodents running a muck now! I need to rewatch this like three times to take notes!! Love it all and you two trouble makers!

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

We love you Kristie!!!!!! Now you know how we feel when we watch your floss tube!!! Rewatching and note taking happens there too!!!!! and getting hepped up! Hugs!

[@faydixon5955]

Thank you for sharing your stitching fun! I love watching the two of you!

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Thanks so very much Fay!!!!!

[@bonniewinckler7802]

Just the best hour plus in my week. It’s as good as going to an LNS! Thank you, thank you,. Can’t wait till next time.❤️

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Thanks so much Bonnie!!! What an amazing compliment!!!! We really appreciate it!

[@jenny_stitches]

Hi ladies, l’ve watched all your videos and enjoyed everyone of them and your love and passion for each sampler you show. I don’t see myself ever stitching a sampler, however I just love watching you both and seeing the beautiful samplers you’ve collected, stitched and yet to finish. 💕

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Thanks so much Jenny!!!!! That is so nice of you to say!!!!! Hugs!!!!

[@cross3624]

Just found you two and I have to say - I am just watching because I love so much watching fellow makers be happy and real. Thanks for the vids!

[@GiselaSuski]

This is my third time watching because it brings me so much joy. I signed up for a cross stitch club and getting my first package from Country Sampler; I am so so happy.

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Three times??? Oh my...that is so mice of you Gisela! And we are so excited that you are getting a package from Country Sampler!!!!! You will faint from joy!!!!! What did you order?? What club did you join?? We would love to know.

[@barbarawesterfield4955]

I so look forward to your videos - and you never disappoint. Wonderful video today. You both are so inspiring and fun to spend time with. I hate when the video is over. Hope you both have a great week ahead. Thanks for sharing.❤️

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Thanks so much Barbara!!! Your kind words are so special to us!!!! Hugs!

[@forgetmeknot5260]

Fun,fun,fun...sew love watching you both.You both do what you enjoy and love to share.Your friendship shines.

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Thank you so much for such a lovely comment!!

[@1sassyspunky]

Love what you two do so much! Wish you were on twice a week! I watch each flosstube several times. There is just so much to take in. I have lists of patterns I want to get after seeing what you are stitching. Thank you for the laughs and joy!

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Thanks for your kind words Nancy!!! They mean the world to us! Hugs!

[@KjunsGypsy]

Finally caught up and watched all your videos!! To funny, love it, very informative great tips, great hauls and an endless variety!! All I can say is I'm a fan from Southern Louisiana!! Keep up the terrific videos and all the fun and always "stitch what ya love"!! Thank you!!!

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Thank you for such kind comments Cheryl!!!!! We sure appreciate it!!!

[@katharinaboyer3275]

You two are a hoot! 😂 A donation. 😂 gorgeous stitching ! Both, of your stitching is gorgeous.

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Thanks so much Katharina!!!!

[@juliegomery2792]

Hello, Brenda and Laura! Your videos give me such enjoyment. I love to giggle and laugh with you and watch your special friendship-- NOT TO MENTION alll the amazing eye candy and lovely stitching. SO inspiring. I really appreciate the time and trouble you take to make videos and hope you continue. WOW, Laura-- so many finishes this week for a serial starter!! Way to go. I don't know how either of you choose what to stitch on next. I am getting to that point as well , as I am becoming a mini serial starter ( with a tendency to grow into a major one). Hope you all get some good stitching in and can't wait to see the next one

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Thanks so much Julie!!! What a lovely comment. Glad you are enjoying floss tube and stitching so much!!!! Come over to the dark side with me .....serial starters unite!!! Hugs!

[@judystarkey4286]

As always you made my day! Not only do I love seeing all your WIPs, etc but the "Why Haven't I Finished/Started" has increased my already abundant list of what I NEED!!! Love your humor and your selfless nature to keep designers going...that is my story too. Brenda, what a haul. I love everything you got! I think retail therapy works very well when you are stressed. I retired 5 yrs ago from a very stressful job and I am loving every minute of it. Although I don't have that kind of stress anymore I still love to purchase things just for me, knowing full well I will probably never get to stitch it. It feels good!!! I have to tell you I just laugh out loud at some of your facial expressions or comments. What fun to watch you, please do continue and make them as long as you like! Thank you for all the fun you bring to me. Hope we will meet up again someday.

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Thanks Judy!!!! We met in November at the Attic right??? Love your comment so much! I guess there are two hobbies stitching stuff and collecting stuff!!! I hope we meet again someday too!!!!!! Hugs!

[@judystarkey4286]

@@brendaandtheserialstarter2410 yes, that is where we met. That is what I say too, I collect...LOL. Now market, yikes!! My list is long and already contacted my LNS several times.

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Judy Starkey I really enjoyed meeting you and your friends!!! You all were so friendly and funny and welcoming. Hugs!

[@lynnmischloney3020]

You ladies are great, Laura I think you were the serial finisher this week! Thank you for your inspiration, I am no longer a monogamous stitcher!

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Wooohoooo!!! Come on over to the dark side Lynn!! It is fun over here! Thanks for watching!

[@reneebebla422]

OMG, my heart was racing too. Lots of great charts and I agree that Nicole is a wonderful enabler. Now if we could only write all these ‘donations’ to the designers on our taxes, lol. Market just keeps getting better and better. Can’t wait to see what Kitten Stitcher has. Have a wonderful week.

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Thanks Renee!!! Kitten Stitcher is going to show her releases on Saturday!!!! I cannot wait!!!! This market is amazing!!!!

[@maryannmullen4644]

You "Girls" are terrific! How I wait from 2 weeks from Sunday..... and there you are!!! I think I've watched this over and over. I even try to hide you when my husband comes in the room and says "are you watching those ladies again?" I've learned so much from you.... what a pleasure you are. Love you both! xxxMaryann

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

What an amazing compliment Maryann!!!!!! Thank you so much for watching and letting us know you had fun. Sending you lots of love and a big hug!!!

[@cindylaun5962]

OMG, love you ladies...I keep repeating myself 😁🤣🥰 Laura you have your marching orders😂 ! So many beautiful things to drool 🤤 over today. Love the new series, guess you’ll have to start another category of “ I’m finishing this, this year” You both have so many started that are close to being done...be a shame not to finish those soon 😉 keep up the good work and doing your videos because I for one, love them! Brenda I hope you can relax on Sunday to fill you up for the next weeks ahead. See ya next time

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Thanks so much Cindy!!!! We appreciate your enthusiasm!!! Hugs and happy stitching to you!!!

[@suzanelemay5021]

💙💚💛💜 thank you so much for sharing your love of stitching. Your videos are fun and inspiring. Great stashes😄😄

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Thank you so much for watching and commenting Suzane!

[@dotdotgoosedesign-denise2230]

thank you Brenda and Laura for another great video and the shout out for the bags. Ms Gracie enjoys watching you too... meow!!!

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Thank you Denise!!! Thank you for the bags we love them SO MUCH!!!!!!!! Going to send you some fabric, but I am the queen of procrastination!!!! Hugs to you and Gracie!!!

[@moosemom2010]

What a stash you both have! Beautiful charts and WIPs! 💕Michele

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Thanks Michele!!!!!!! We are lucky stitchers!

[@tammyspruce8213]

Hello Brenda and Laura - loved this video so much - no reason to feel shame - you have so many beautiful treasures to choose from! Laura - FINISHES - more than one!!!! YAY. Brenda I can't wait to see your Sarah finish!

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Thanks Tammy!!!!! Your support means the world to us!!! Thanks for watching and commenting!!

[@cindymccord8100]

Brenda, I can relate to having a stressful day or week at work and need a cross stitch shopping fix to put a smile on my face!!!

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Yes, Cindy!!!! We are all guilty of that one I bet!!!!

[@melissamandrona5533]

Oh my!! More inspiration! And thank you for your continued financial support of the needlework community and our economy in general. I was going to mop floors today, then started watching your video....... Oh well, floors can wait. Priorities..

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Yes! Priorities Melissa!!!! Stitching over housework!!!! Hope you got some time to stitch too!!! Thanks for watching and commenting!!!

[@susanradford9503]

What fabulous charts as always. I can confirm Kitten Stitcher has Beatrix Potter - I had to pause and shop!!! Thanks ladies.

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Oh boy......I am "this close" to ordering it....but I just placed two tons of market orders....... Thanks for watching and for the info Susan!

[@thewanderingstitcher1608]

I second everyone else when I say I SO SO look forward to every other Sunday!!!! I can’t wait to see all the beautiful things whenever you both are on. It’s never long enough or soon enough. I just got done with Quaker Alphabet from La-D-Da and love it so much! I did it on Lakeside Sand Dune. I just started La-D-Da “The Parrots”, and Summer at Hollyberry Farm. You had some great finishes this time Laura!! Thank you both for inspiring and sharing with us all❤️

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

You are working on some amazing projects Liz!!!! Thanks for watching! We sure have a good time doing the videos! and comments like yours make it even more fun!!!! Are you on IG? We would love to see your stitching!

[@thewanderingstitcher1608]

Brenda and the Serial Starter my Instagram name is thewanderingstitcher. It will be 7 months the beginning of March that I have been stitching, so I’m very new, but I fell down the hole DEEP! It didn’t take long before I was hoarding linen, and buying pattern after pattern!! Every other week I do my part to keep the designers and my LNS in business😉

[@marymartzolf3585]

Dear Ladies, Another wonderful video. I am always so inspired by your choices, and enjoy your humor as you confront your excessive amount of stash! You make this stitcher feel so much better! Is it a collection or a hoard?? I know I don’t care! Just give me more! I watch your videos at least twice; the first time with pen and paper, the second on my exercise bike (You make it painless.) Two weeks seems so long to wait for your next episode! Thank you for making Sundays my favorite day of the week!

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

What wonderful comments Mary!!! Thank you so much!!!! I need to take a cue and watch some floss tube on an exercise bike! Love your attitude about not caring about collection vs. hoard....just give me more!!! Until next time, Happy Stitching and collecting!

[@fayeriggsbee8499]

Oh my! Such treasures you guys show!!! I’m sitting here stitching Middlemist Red as you’re calling my name! You ladies will LOVE this sweet design and you’ve both gotton a good start!! Panic attacks, heart attacks and hernias are what YOU guys make us have with all you show... and, my bff Nicole is quite the Rock Star...! Prolific I tell ya! Keep up the great work and like you guys, I cannot wait to see all of the market releases… Ready to spend, spend, spend!

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Faye!!! You inspire us so much with your stitching and beautiful finishing!!!!!! and you are right about market.......oh boy! I think this is the best one yet!!!!! Until next time.....Happy Stitching!!!!

[@lindaguyer5847]

Ladies, I love you both! I look forward to every video and can't wait for the next. I now know I am not so insane as I had thought! I learn so much and you are both so inspiring, thank you so much!

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Thank you for such a lovely comment Linda!!!!!! Hugs!!!!!!! Yes, we are all just the same level of insane! Comfort in numbers!

[@ellypennemans1294]

Love you flosstubes every time 👍🏼💗🌸🍀

[@mindygooding9458]

Go Laura, go Laura!!!!! Beautiful finishes!!! And Brenda, you go girl on that over one stitching!!! I agree that AVAS is the best silk hands down. Brenda, would you PLEASE give us a tour of the samplers on your wall????

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Thanks so much Mindy!!!! Good idea about the samplers on that wall. I think I will tell Brenda that we should talk about one or two them each time!

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Thanks so much Mindy!!!! Good idea about the samplers on that wall. I think I will tell Brenda that we should talk about one or two them each time!

[@mary_lenick70]

Well - when you put it that way (supporting designers, thread and fabric dyers), I will preorder all the things! Thank you for another wonderful video!

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Right???? We have to support our makers!!!! Let's all preorder lots of things!!!!!!!

[@tinagrace403]

Thank you! It has been a terrible Year so far. And you two have lifted my spirits beyond compare! Stitch on! ❤️

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

I hope that things start looking up Tina. Sending you lots of hugs and prayers for things to be okay!!!! Thank you for watching and commenting!!!

[@tinagrace403]

Thank you! Inspire on!

[@judithlockhart7137]

Thanks again for another fabulous video - I literally laughed out loud a couple of times!! I'm for sure not going to live long enough to stitch all the charts I have and yet more are shown every week to entice me and you're not even in the retail business! I stitched in the seventies and eighties then quilting took over my life (and is still a great part) but began cross stitching again in 2018. Samplers was the only thing I had never stitched long ago that I wanted to do and now there are so many wonderful ones which I have begun to do. Thanks for sharing - look forward every week to seeing you again!

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Thanks Judith!!! Yes, there are 2 million great samplers to stitch!!!!!!!!! and more coming out every day. It is a constant struggle to decide what to stitch on. I can't imagine throwing quilting in too. So many lovely fabrics!!! We are just lucky that we are passionate about our hobby. It sure keeps the happiness level up!

[@carolbrown2314]

Absolutely love your videos! And your segments 😉. Thank you for sharing with us.

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Thank you so much Carol!!

[@suekazemba1465]

I’m so happy that you have opened my eyes to samplers and new to me designers! I did my part to help support all the things! 😂

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

We are so happy for you Sue!!!! There are so many great things to stitch (and support!!!) Happy Stitching!!!

[@christinesouthard2350]

Ladies, ladies, ladies! You have so many beautiful ones started, you have got to get crackin'! I have seen a couple market peeks of Samplers that I really like, and I have to say that collaboration with Scarlett House and Heartstring Samplery, the flower baskets. Oh. My! Thanks for your video, take care, and get crackin'!!

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Thanks Christine!!! We are cracking don't worry!!!! But we better take it up a notch with all of these market releases!!!! Hope all is well with you!!!! Happy Stitching!

[@joesimpson3855]

Love Your Hers Pillow ! I have some old worn Emb.Pillow Cases Family Done ! What A Way To Preserve !

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

I know! I think that idea is so cool!!!!! You should do it with your family's embroidery!!!

[@kymward5713]

OMGee! Once again! Just when I think I will not buy anything else, you two come up with the perfect excuse to buy more! I too have been following my favorite designers on IG, and through flosstube. I didn’t hear you mention Teresa Kogut. She not only paints, and has punch needle patterns, she is now charting samplers! She has NAILED IT! 😍🥰😂✂️😏🤪

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Thanks Kym!!!!! Teresa's new samplers are so very beautiful!!!!!! You are right!!!!

[@hollyclancy2293]

When I saw you had a new video out I went and hid in my sewing room to watch so my hubby wouldn't try talking to me while I was trying to keep track of all your projects. Awesome video as always! You both make my day. I have to thank both of you and Carol the Saltbox Stitcher for getting me back into stitching.

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

That is so exciting that you are back into stitching Holly!!!!!!!! Are you on IG? We would love to see what you are stitching and sewing!!!!! Thank you for watching and commenting!!!! We really appreciate it. Let us know what you are stitching. Tag us on IG if you are on there. @brendasamplerstitcher @maudeandmozart

[@joannah6126]

You girls always crack me up. I learn something new and laugh each time. So good to see

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

That is such a sweet comment!!!!! Thank you Joanna!!!!!

[@marilynferlitsch2003]

You girls are just too much fun to watch! I love all of your WIPS & Sampler choices. I think we all have "why haven't I's" in our stash. Looking forward to your after market video. Marilyn

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Thanks so much Marilyn!!!!!!! Hugs!

[@marysedubeau8876]

Back to you ladies, when my day is crappppsss, knowing that I have your Flosstube to watch, well my day finishes 100% better. This is when I have an H&H, got to sit down and get my Brenda and the Serial Starter fix! You do me good with all your stitchy candy!!!! Can't wait for a Flosstube statch Market 2020 update! :) You are the best!!!

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Thanks so much for your great comments Maryse!!!!!! We all need some H&H moments right???? Happy Stitching!

[@hanyamoschner163]

I can’t work out whether you two are funnier or more inspiring. Please keep making these videos

[@rhondabaatz596]

Faint, swoon, heart attach for sure. So many many great projects. I think I am a slow stitcher and need to step up because your parade of patterns is awesome. Taken to have a notepad next to my stitchy chair as I watch. Great job. Waving from Northern Indiana.

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Hi Rhonda!!!!! Waving back from Illinois!!!! Thanks so much for your wonderful comment. I (Laura) am a slow stitcher too! We need more time in the day!!!! Hugs!

[@christinal4966]

You ladies always have such beautiful stitching. Love watching you. I need to win the lottery for all the new market releases. 😉

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Thanks Christina!!! Yes, winning the lottery would really assist at this very moment! There are so many charts from market that are must haves!!!

[@nancyfischer6211]

What a awesome podcast, the longer the better with you two. Love all the projects!!

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Thanks so much Nancy!!!!!! We appreciate your kind words!

[@barbstanko4807]

I can’t wait until your videos come out! I wish when I lived in Lemont I knew you. I bet you two would be great to hang out with. I shopped at inspired needle and really miss having a shop near by. I recognize those green bags when you pull out your projects! Thank you for sharing your love of cross stitch with us. You inspire me to be a better stitcher. Thank you.

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Thanks Barb!!!!!! Did we ever meet at Inspired Needle??? Where did you move to? Thanks for watching and for leaving a comment!!! Happy Stitching!!!

[@barbstanko4807]

Brenda and the Serial Starter unfortunately we never met. I am retired so I would go to Inspired Needle during the day. It would have been great to hang out with you two. I moved to Wilmington NC to get away from the snow. Hubby was tired of shoveling! No shops nearby. Maybe Raleigh has one, but that’s 2 hours away, Thank heavens for floss tubers like you!

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

@@barbstanko4807 Okay, understand. You need to get yourself to Sassy Jacks...not sure how far it is but it sounds like a road trip is in order!!!!! Hugs!

[@dianemitchell390]

Wow! I just love your videos! You two crack me up, and yes...my heart races just looking at all of your awesome stash! Such an inspiration. I bought my first Quaker sampler and am excited to get started stitching! Thank you so much for the video. Happy stitching.

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Thank you Diane!! How exciting that you bought a Quaker sampler to start!!! I know you will have fun with it!!!!

[@perkyperkins7768]

Another stellar production! You guys make my Sunday stitching more delightful...

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Thank you so much Robbie!!!!!!!

[@pamlacey136]

I love watching the two of you because you make me feel so much better about my stash collection!! LOL Makes me feel good about the huge stash that I have - isn't it fun to know there are others out there that are just as crazy as you are???? LOL Wonderful video, and I totally agree with you about "why haven't I started this"? I can't resist market either but I agree with it being a kind thing to do; we have to support our designers, LNS's, fabric makers, thread makers and all of the extra goodies that we NEED!! Good thinking.................Looking forward to next time with market. Hugs and happy stitching................

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Thanks Pam!!! Glad we are on the same wavelength!!! I have placed 3 market orders thus far.......heavily supporting everyone!!! Hugs!

[@candicecoyan3014]

Hello - I always use sheet protectors for my patterns but never thought about the rings to hold them together. Thanks for tip! Laura - congrats on all your finishes - that are lovely. Clearly we stitchers need to go somewhere sunny and warm where we can stitch day and night while being waited on so we can work on all the beautiful things💕😎

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

I like the way you think Candice!!! and those rings holding your pages together will be life changing!!! Until next time...Happy Stitching!

[@lisahumbert942]

Super enjoyable episode, you’re both so talented and have a good eye for prettiness. I get hepped up too about the samplers! Brenda, the pale blue top and your coordinating jewelry were very lovely with your complexion. Laura of course you’re cute too!

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Thanks for the lovely compliments Lisa!!!! That was sure sweet of you!!!! Hugs!

[@melissaj8384]

Wahoo! Look at you Laura, a serial finisher! I love that when you're going through your WIPS that you are finding almost finishes and working on them. They are too beautiful to not be finished. Love the color of the bluebird! Congratulations! Three more done -- whatwip?! You got SO MUCH done since the last video! Good for you. Laura, your look of shock when Brenda said she was going to work on Sarah until it was done, was priceless. LOL. Another AMAZING video of amazing patterns! You ladies inspire me!

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Thank you so much Melissa!!!!! It really is a great process for getting stuff done. I worked on that Little Lady in Red chart last night and I think I can finish it this week! It really is good for the 'ole mental health. Thank you for watching and commenting. We really really appreciate it!!!!!

[@beckyblackwell9055]

Oh my.. I may have to start listening only to you 2! So many beauties!

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Sorry about that Becky! But resistance is futile!!!!!

[@yvettego62]

Carol and I can't wait for the video to go up. We plan our whole stitching day around your two. Every video I say it is my favorite episode. Thank you so much for taking the time to make these and boosting the economy.

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

You two our are best "fans!" So glad you watch and stitch together even though you are miles apart. I cannot wait until August when we can all stitch (AND SHOP) together!!! Hugs and love!!!!!!

[@carolinet.4621]

Ladies, once again, you have made me laugh and drool over all of your lovelies. Thank you for another fabulous video ♥️

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Thank you for watching and for leaving a comment Caroline!!!! We appreciate it so much!!!

[@joannemoore826]

you ladies are the best...hepped up came out of my mouth the other day and I cracked myself up! Having a Hand H? tooo funny! Thanks for the enabling and overall good time!😊

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Wooohooo Joanne! We will make hepped up a phrase that is widely used!! Thanks so much for your kind comments!

[@HelloFromLizMathews]

Hey there! Thank you so much for the shout out in this week's episode! I am so glad you guys enjoyed our video! It was so fun to do with mom and I'm so happy to be showing all that I've been working on! ❤️❤️❤️❤️ Love watching you!

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Thanks Liz!!!!! Watching your video this week with your Mom almost put me over the edge!!! Your offerings were all so beautiful!!!!! Your work is amazing and I so look forward to watching your success!!! We love watching you too!!!