Brenda and the Serial Starter - Episode #94 (4/16/23)

[@joysloanyoureallycanmaketh724]

As I watch your Flosstube and many others, I wonder if stitching is the answer to world peace. There is no strife, no discord or anger in our community. We shop around the world. We make friends in all countries. We reach out and support people who live in countries that are war torn or having other difficulties. I love stitching, flosstube and the love and peace in our community.

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

You really summed this up perfectly Joy!!!!!! I am pinning this comment to the top! Thank you!

[@gracefullstitcher4707]

Agree! I’ve often commented we need to introduce needlework into the prison system - sure there would be challenges with the types of tools we use but the peace it would bring to their minds . . .

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

@@gracefullstitcher4707 And we need to introduce into our political system!

[@jennylawson1980]

Joy I totally agree with you. I've watched grown men with anger and immense sadness learn to stitch and within a very short period of time it's like a complete attitude change bc its a huge form of self expressionism and it's healing and the needlework world is so amazingly peaceful. Lovely comment ❤❤😊😊

[@stitchroadie4076]

@@gracefullstitcher4707 In Oregon there is a group that teaches quilting in the prison system and each prisoner gets to keep the quilt they make :)

[@terristitt5409]

I want the two of you to know that you both are absolutely incredible! I look forward to watching each one of your flosstubes , you put so much information and fun into each one of your flosstubes , perfect . The stitching you do and finish are amazing . It’s as if you give me permission to start more than one item to work on . Thank You for sharing your wonderful flosstubes with all of us .

[@notforgottenfarm]

Hiya!!! Man, haul is right! Love to see everything you two are up to ~ stitching has mended my soul for sure, and watching your videos fills my heart ~ thank you for the kind mention! ❤❤❤❤

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Thank you Lori!!!!!!!! You inspire us so much!

[@HyggeStitcher]

Lovely video ladies ❤!! You both inspire me. Thoroughly enjoyed my visit as always. Much love from Canada 🇨🇦. Cross stitch makes everything better !! Agreed 👍

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Thank you Samantha!!!!!! Hugs!!!

[@maryrosespriggs5427]

I just discovered your channel. I am a quilter and knitter. I have cross stitched a little. You keep me company during the day. I have been down since my husband passed in December. I have been watching your old videos, you make me laugh! I love your remarks and the faces you make. Many of the things you say apply to quilters, and all crafters. I am a serial starter. I am 69 and retired and I have more starts than I could finish if I lived until 100.

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

We are sending you love, love, and more love Mary Rose. We also send our deepest sympathies in the loss of your husband. We are grateful that we can provide a slice of happiness to you. Glad you are a serial starter!!! We have to stick together!!!! Hugs!!!!!!

[@gdrrahn3410]

So much goodness! Enjoyed watching your video. Thanks for showing so many wonderful things.

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Thank you so much for watching and leaving a kind comment!

[@debbiegarlem5733]

I enjoy you ladies soooo much! Thank you for doing this and sharing so much stitchy fun! Oh and I bought one of those bags too!

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Thank you Debbie! So glad you bought a bag too!

[@jbwdesignscrossstitch4750]

Two more thoughts to share! I too loved buying my large box of crayons each Fall, and maybe that inspired our love for color! I am just sure of it. Also, I have a dear friend who is an amazing stitcher, and she has worked all,of her cross stitch in Danish Flower Thread for years. I wish you could see how beautiful her models are! Always fun to try something new. 🤗👏

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Thank you Judy!!!! Crayon memories are so wonderful!!! And, yes, we wish we could see her models too!!!!

[@PriviesandPrimsNeedlecrafts]

Thanks for entertaining me on a long drive! Happy stitching 🧵

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Thank you!!!

[@grandmastraw]

Wow! That was a haul-a-palooza……I loved every minute of it. I sure hope work gets better for both of you…..I think your upcoming retreat will help. Enjoy going through that box of goodness from your grandmother and mother. Love you both. Blessings and take care.

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Thank you so so much!!!

[@wandabossart8955]

I commented some time ago that even tho I don't do samplers, they intimidate me, you two are my favorite flosstube to watch. You responded that it's just one stitch at a time. Well, Florence Mary Dickinson came along and jumped out at me so I decided to give a sampler a try. I started it New Years Day, despite being sick with Covid, and I have a little border and her last name and age to do!! I have enjoyed every stitch, except maybe the deer!! Thank you for giving me the encouragement to take it one stitch at a time. Can't wait for your next appearance on KZbin.

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

THAT IS SO EXCITING WANDA!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! It just gives us a thrill to know we had a part to play in you stitching Florence Mary!!!!! Hugs!!!!

[@nancyronaldson2732]

Thanks for the good tip about tapping the end of the floss to separate the strands. Works a treat!

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Yay!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@deborahcrotty8397]

Hi ladies. I thought I loved cross stitch until I watched you two. As a stitcher for over 30 years, I have a lot but you have more!!

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

We are really lucky to have SO MUCH STUFF!!!!!!! It is probably too much, but we cannot stop..............

[@suzannrogers1150]

A trade with Susan Standley for a quilt!?! What a prize to get!!! I always love your videos! I save them until just the right time to watch so I can absorb every little bit. Thank you.

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Thank you very kindly Suzann!!!!! Hugs!

[@tamimorgan1487]

Wow! You two are such enablers🤣😜🥰 thank you for sharing! Happy stitching!

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Thank you for watching Tami!

[@valeriechamp1151]

I love watching both of you, you are both Rockstars in my book.

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Oh wow!! I wish we were rock stars and stitchers!!!! Thank you Valerie!

[@nancyevans7609]

Brenda I am waiting to see the treasures coming to you in the box from your Grandmother! You both bring such energy in your sharing of all things stitching! Thank you for this great way to spend time on Sundays! Happy stitching❤️

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Thank you so much Nancy!

[@bethb3776]

You 2 are a joy to watch. Brenda, I bought a beautiful quilt from Vintage Blessings thanks to you! 😀

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

That is wonderful Beth!!!!! They have such amazing treasures!!!

[@lindabakken6289]

You make me smile, you make me laugh, you make me wish I was your neighbor!

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Thank you so much Linda!!! I wish all of us stitchers lived in the same town!

[@Chris_Yoo__AsTheYooFlies]

Wowza!! ❤❤❤Thanks for the nice words Brenda!! I was wondering why so many people are favoriting my Etsy!!! It's on vacation until tomorrow as I was busy at a big quilt show in Akron, Ohio this past week. I just love making these journal!! So happy to help out this wonderful community! Love you ladies!! Hugs from NE Ohio.🥰❣❣❣❣❣❣

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Thank you Chris!!!! You know we love everything you make!!!!!!

[@christinaderrico5159]

Wonderful video as always! ♥️♥️♥️

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

@@christinaderrico5159 Thank you!

[@deborahcrotty8397]

I'm already on your Etsy website with 2 current cart items. Love all of it!!!

[@jasminecustombags]

Hello! I am so sorry it took me so long to get to your video. I cannot say THANK YOU enough. You ladies are wonderful.

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Thank you dear!!!!!!! The bag you made me is one of my favorite posessions!!!

[@jasminecustombags]

@@brendaandtheserialstarter2410 Awwwwww!

[@disorderlystitcher]

You two are such enablers!!!! I have messaged Andrea about Weekend B..... we are all friends in stitching. THank you for another great video!

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Thank you for messaging Andrea!!!!!! That was very nice of you Nancy!!!

[@patsyowens7365]

Another great video of all the beautiful charts threads and linens!

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Thank you Patsy!

[@lindaskinner5887]

I love that bag too. Really enjoyed your video. Thank you for sharing. ❤

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Thank you Linda!

[@barbaralewis3093]

I can't help but smile every time I watch the two of you! Thank you for bringing such a fun Flosstube into our lives! Love all the haul and beautiful linen! Mary Gybson is a must! Enjoy your stitching!

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Thank you so so much Barbara!!!!

[@kathyburch9591]

I love watching everything you are doing and what you are planning to do. It is also great how you share so much as to what you have purchased and who from.

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Thank you Kathy!!!!

[@kalezi]

Oh my! And I ordered the Tindals and the Jane Parson kit in wool. I’ve never cross stitched with wool so wanted to do it. We live in amazing times!

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Those will be so beautiful in wool Karen!!!!!!!

[@KathrynBosler-ln3hy]

I just love you ladies!! ❤️❤️ Every time I listen to your Flosstube, you put a smile on my face😊😊😊 Thank you for taking time out of your lives to share your love of cross stitching with us.

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Thank you so much for watching Kathryn!!!!

[@shebeesstitchyworld]

Another gr8 floss tube. Husband is watching Cool Hand Luke and I’m watching 2 of my favorite stitchers. Like Brenda, I can’t/don’t like stitching what others are stitching at the same time.

[@lorrainebergstrom9391]

The best Sundays are Brenda and Laura day. I love watching you two and thank you for bringing me and others so much joy.

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Thank you so so much Lorraine!!!!

[@marthaabstein6046]

I need to thank you for the heads up about the Inspired Needles moving their shop to Palm Coast. I watched their KZbin with the tour of the facilities. I commented to them of how excited I was to have their shop near me. They answered and send me the address. It will be about 20 minutes from my house. How great is that. Thank you again. I always enjoy watching your show.

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Awwwww!!!! So instead of 20 minutes from my house, Inspired Needle will be 20 minutes from your house Martha~!!! I am happy for you!!! You are in for a treat!!!! Cathy is wonderful!

[@artluvnanita]

I would love to see the sewing box decorated with mini quilts, etc…I used to make mini quilts many years ago and just love them! I absolutely love watching the two of you, although it takes a lot of self-control to not jump online and do major shopping! I can’t wait to see your flosstube in spite of all the enabling. You’re both just a joy to watch!

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Thank you Anita!!!!! I will make sure Brenda shows us her sewing box with the mini quilts!!!

[@MCH077]

Loved watching/listening to both of you while I stitch the sunflowers on the "Titmouse"- Teresa Kogut! The two of you are a real hoot! The laughs keep coming!🤪Have a wonderful week and keep stitching! ❤ All the best! 🌻

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Thank you so much Cathy!!!!

[@gloriaurrea7916]

Hello Brenda and Laura, It's a lovely video. Now, I have a hundred more ideas and options to check out. Brenda, your gray shirt looks great.

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Thank you Gloria!!!

[@jodyeickhoff2237]

I found you just a short time ago! You two are hilarious and I love seeing all your “stuff”! Excellent floss tube!!!

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Thank you so much Jody!!!!!

[@LouisaSharp]

Afternoon Brenda and Laura another great video I so look forward to my visit with you lady's. I am stitching oan a Hardanger sampler while visiting today am loving it... :) lots o yummy goodness you are showing us. I have Hannah Campbell waiting to be kitted up and I have a new start We Are The Sampler Makers by The Scarlet House. I also have bought The Victoria Sampler Bride's Tree Box and Twelve Ornaments,,,, Christmas Hearts Sampler and Ornament,,,, Christmas Fire Sampler one of these will be started when I finish this Hardanger sampler by Mary Hickmott. Together we count... happy stitching...

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Thank you Louisa!!!! Your projects sound absolutely divine!!!!!!

[@pamelaconsalvi6797]

You ladies give new meaning to Sunday, love your videos. So many beautiful Samplers to stitch and Brenda your shopping skills are great! I hope theirs lots of goodies and memories in that box your waiting for thats so exciting. Thank you both for another wonderful video. 😊

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Thank you so much for watching Pamela!

[@joyd5000]

Lovely, really enjoyed all the stitchy talk!

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Thank you Joy!!!

[@jonigoodmanson2179]

Thanks so much for another fun and fantastic video!

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Thank you for watching Joni!

[@ronivvh]

Hold on til retirement, girls!! You’ll get there!! I was the same way! Now that I’m retired it’s like paradise!! No one telling me what to do and when I have to do it!!! LOL😊😊

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

So glad you are enjoying everything Roni!!!!! We will hang in there!

[@gracefullstitcher4707]

Same! Every day is Saturday. There is no dread in the pit of my stomach on Sun nights. There are no Mondays ☺️. No one is the boss of me 🤣. It’s heaven 🙌. Can’t wait until Brenda and Laura join us!!

[@ronivvh]

@Graceful!! I agree. No dreading Mondays. I even participate in a Monday quilting group!! It’s now one of my fav days of the week!!

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

@@gracefullstitcher4707 It sounds so wonderful!!! Sunday nights are horrid.

[@gracefullstitcher4707]

@@brendaandtheserialstarter2410 when you get there, all the pain becomes a distant memory 😉. You will be much too busy having FUN 🤩.

[@janetturner436]

Always enjoy your videos. Thank you!

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Thank you Janet!

[@deborahfitzer6877]

Retail therapy always makes me feel better too! But my budget!!! DMC has become my preferred floss but I will splurge on a variegated floss if it just makes the design. Many of the fancy flosses are still more difficult to get. Enjoyed the video and will be looking forward to the next one! Happy stitching!

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Thank you Deborah!!!!

[@soulfulcrane]

I found I wait for your flosstube every two weeks as when my mom prepare the apple pie: with lot of joy!! ❤❤❤ thank you for all Ladies, you really made my day today. 🤗

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

That is so very kind of you to say!!! Thank you so so much!

[@soulfulcrane]

@@brendaandtheserialstarter2410 🥰☺️

[@dgcrash3614]

The two of you bring sunshine on a gloomy day. Thanks so much. I too stitched "Remember Me" by Scattered Seeds. I used Hand Dyed Linen by Stephanie, Vintage Toasted Almond., 36 count. I did a small pillow finish, with the dark blue for cording. So petty. It made me happy that you received the Flower Thread to stitch with. I am sure you will be pleased with how it works. Their web site shows soooo many colors, over 100 I think. Laura has the most expressive eyes when things are happening. LOVE IT. No one can be grumpy after they spend time time the two of you in a video. 😀

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Thank you so much!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Scattered Seeds has such beautiful projects! We appreciate your kind comments!

[@annemarie6962]

Ladies, what a joy to spend time with you both this morning in Ireland. Such pleasure in your friendship & absolute love of stitching. I look forward to seeing what's in the box of treasures with wonderful memories. Thank you for sharing. Have a wonderful few weeks with, hopefully, lots of stitching time. Take care, best wishes from 🇮🇪

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Thank you very kindly Anne Marie!!!

[@tammyhege3935]

You ladies are so much fun to watch and such an inspiration! And Brenda, I watched your tour of your stitching space and samplers awhile back and have been obsessed with spool cabinets since then. My husband has been, as well, and we have started a collection. I am not sure whether to thank you or not! Lol But we love them...and I just love the energy you ladies put out!😊

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

That is so wonderful Tammy!!! Especially because your husband is joining with you in your new obsession!!!!! Yay!!!!

[@marilynferlitsch2003]

Great haul Brenda, enjoy it! Laura you have some great projects in that bag. Marilyn

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Thank you Marilyn!

[@aprilroberts7131]

I choose DMC on purpose! I love that it’s colorfast, available, and beautiful. I rarely buy overdyes and do not enjoy silk. 🎉

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

That is so great April!!!!! Lean into the perfection that is DMC!

[@olgajohns4354]

I'm with you April!

[@medusayarnandfiber9013]

I love DMC and I love silk. The project tells me what it needs. For example, I wouldn't do a morose halloween project with silk, yet there are certain samplers that really radiate with a silk thread. I love how this community just loves what we do without judgment!!

[@crystalstitching2]

I agree with you April...DMC is all I stitch with...I stitch on a tight budget so its great on that & I love that it makes my projects pretty as all other projects...😊

[@thoughtsofawindowgirl2112]

DMC has been producing cotton floss for over 300 yrs. I’d say that company knows their business. I’ve been told for 50 plus yrs that I’ve been stitching that if you made a project with DMC threads that if you need to match it up to a project you made say 300 yrs ago the threads would still match. DOLPHUS, MEIG CORP

[@Merrcraw15]

Enjoyed watching. I'm excited to visit Hobby House for the first time very soon. EEK! Take care. Hoping work settles down and stitching continues to bring joy. Can't wait to see what was in grandmother's box. Happy Stitching! 🧵

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Yay!!!!!!!!!!!!!! You are going to LOVE Hobby House!!!!!!!! It is so beautiful!

[@Merrcraw15]

@@brendaandtheserialstarter2410 I visited last week and was able to meet Lisa of Prims on Greenway there! It was wonderful! ❤️

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

@@Merrcraw15 Oh how fun!!!! Lisa is a gem of the highest order!

[@Merrcraw15]

@@brendaandtheserialstarter2410 yes, she is!😊

[@lonnalueker6161]

Love your videos so much and all your stitchy stuff. I always lol when you say keep your panties on! Thinking of you today, April 18…celebrate🎉🎉

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Thank you Lonna!!!!!!!

[@lyndadaveler8283]

Corrin Simpson is Grace Notes Fabric from Pennsylvania, near Allentown I think. I love her fabric, and she is a very humble, sweet lady!

[@coolbeenes8308]

Thank you for the kind words about my wife Corrin. We got an email today from someone telling us that our fabric was mentioned here. Even better when someone mentions that they love my wife’s fabric. Thank you for the kind words!

[@Griffinand3]

Ladies, You make my day with your enthusiasm for stitching! Keep up the great job! You make me laugh out laugh with your wit!

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Thank you so much Mary!!!!

[@loisschumacher9869]

Ok! So some MAJOR enabling happened today!!! I have been contemplating The Wishing Thorn Tindale Sisters & now I know I must have it. MANY YEARS AGO I stitched something with the Ginny Thompson flower thread & LOVED IT! So much goodness today as usual! But I may have to watch again!

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Thank you Lois!!!! That is going to be so much fun for you to stitch the Tindale Sisters!!!!!! Yay!!!

[@betsyhartman8893]

Betsy Hartman You girls make me laugh!!!! I love each and every one of your videos and projects. So inspiring. Thank you.

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Thank you Betsy!!!!

[@juliemilne5359]

How wonderful to see that your Schoolgirl Sewing Club Box arrived Brenda! I hope you enjoy stitching Jane Sandon, and her companion sampler later in the year. It's always lovely to see how our boxes travel and arrive. Jx

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Thank you Julie!!!! Every time I (Laura) do not join a club.....I am mad at myself! I should have joined! Next year!!! You always do beautiful clubs and everything else. Someday we hope to visit in person and see our friends Robin and Sue and Jean and Reecie there too!

[@pattyaltier7234]

Three weeks is going to be a long time without you both. I have it marked on my calendar for your return. Brenda - WOW - fabulous haul! I have got to get that Scattered Seeds Remember Me chart pronto! I am so happy for you that a box of needlework from your grandmother is coming your way. Laura, your special bag of goodies is wonderful! There are charts you pulled out that I have never seen before. Happy stitching!

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Thank you so much Patty!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Hugs!!

[@teresajenningsoldstoneycreek]

You both look fabulous! So pretty!

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Thank you Teresa!

[@pamelaabate4731]

You ladies sure make my day! Another great Floss Tube and thanks for the reminder Laura about “A Schoolgirl’s Work”. I forgot I even had it. Now I’m hepped up to start that little alphabet pin keep too! And Brenda you deserve all that haul. Can’t wait to see you both again soon! 🤍🤍

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Thank you so much Pamela!!!!!!!!!

[@lynnbencic3089]

Great video as always my friends!!! Awesome haul!!! Laura, I have Harriet Taylor’s Chart and say to myself why haven’t I started that?????? It’s crazy!!! Love you gals, Lynn

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Thanks Lynn!!!! I hope you are getting out Harriet Taylor ASAP! I worked on her last night and it was really fun!!! Sending hugs!

[@margaretwineland2165]

You 2 bring so many smiles! Wish I could make your day like you make mine. Happy Stitching!

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Thank you so much Margaret!!!!

[@stitchingincostume]

I'm sooo happy you talked about Mary Gypson! I had put her on the back burner and schoomed over to get her STAT. Just in time because the offer expires soon! Thank you for all you do for this lovely community of friends... you ladies always bring a smile to my face and make my sewing room a happier place. 🌷🌷🌷

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Thank you so much Katherine! So glad you schoomed over to get the beautiful Mary!!!

[@stitchingincostume]

@@brendaandtheserialstarter2410 🤩me too!!!💕

[@thewishingthorn]

You two are too cute!!! Just enjoy the samplers amongst yourselves 🤣🤣 I am so glad you are happy with your haul! *hugs*, Birgit

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Thank you so much Birgit!!!!!

[@shamancarmichael5305]

Another parade of beautiful things (and the stitching's not bad either 😁) But seriously, hope you both have a great break, that work slows down, you stitch lots of your new patterns, and that you enjoy opening your Grandmother's box of treasures!

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Thank you so much Shaman!

[@kankerdoodleb9149]

You ladies made my day...I have been struggling with my spirit this week. Knowing that my cross stitch obsession soothes the soul is what keeps me going. glad it helps you too!

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Some days it is all that keeps us going right??? Thank goodness for stitching!!! Thank you!!

[@lisahoyer3422]

Thanks for another fun video. You two always bring me such joy. And you both are pretty good enablers yourself as I sit here with my wooden floss winder and wait for my Whilst Iris Naps exclusive and HATS exclusives 😂. It’s all good ❤. I’m also trying to figure out if I want to do Nicola’s birthday charts in a different color than red. The ones stitched in blue that I’ve seen online are very tempting. FYI, I bought my stitching box online from Country Sampler.

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Lisa you are ready for all of the stuff we want to stitch! I think the samplers in blue would be beautiful!

[@jerryrminchin1372]

Wow!! Loved the haul… enjoyed every minute ❤️thanks ladies, Denise

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Thank you Denise!!!

[@melissagay2237]

Fun and fabulous! I can’t tell you how many people have contacted me to congratulate me on stitching the beautiful Hannah Campbell from two weeks ago!!! I guess you can only have ONE friend named Melissa!!! The “game-changer” years ago for me about stitching over one thread on linen was using a small spring hoop which keeps the linen nice and taut! And not pulling too tightly! Of course, you can say that about all stitches!! I also got a great tip from Nicola several years ago about Satin Stitches - always use one strand and go two passes over the section - up and back! The stitches lay beautifully! I enjoyed your FlossTube today so much! Have fun on your next adventure! ❤️ Love to you both.

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

We are sending love to you Melissa!!!! Love those great tips!!!!! Will get my small spring hoop out from hiding and try that!!!!! Hugs!!!

[@melissagay2237]

@@brendaandtheserialstarter2410 it’s a game-changer for sure! ❤️

[@flowerpowerritter-kj2fb]

As always you girls made my day ! Great stuff and great fun … I started years ago stitching Lavender and Lace … and have re joined the craziness ! Wow.. all great new things !

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

So glad you are back to stitching!!!!!!!

[@judylquiltsxstitch8711]

You guys are the highlight of my day. It's going to be a LONG 3 weeks. Brenda, I loved your comment "I only do Facebook for the stitching, not all the other crap." My sentiments exactly. I hope work gets better for you both. Retirement is heaven! Happy stitching!

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Thank you Judy!!!

[@joyceclowser3371]

I had a wonderful time with you ladies today. I am stitching Pray Always by Salt & Pepper Stitching while I watched your great video! I am so happy you are receiving your box of stitchery from your mom and aunt today!! And Laura, I am dying to see all the treasures in your gargantuan bag!!!! Love you guys!!❤

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Thank you so much Joyce!!!

[@janmiechiels6926]

You’ll love stitching Polly’s sewing box! It was the first project I did when I got the Schoolgirl book. I painted the box, lined it and made the pincushion. it’s one of my few fully finished objects, holding some of my “treasures”. Love your videos and enabling! Go Blue!

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Thank you Jan!!!!!! That sounds like a wonderful finish!!!!

[@sherryclifton4947]

Oh say!, how precious is your friendship, your enthusiasm, and all the joy and laughter you bring to us. You’re my “most” favorite floss tube. Your stitching, stash, and plans just give me a H&H. Love you to pieces and happy stitching.

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Thank you so very much Sherry!!!!!

[@fayrelightjordan2470]

My grandparents were a Methodist and a Baptist. My parents were a Methodist and a Baptist. I was raised in both…so I ended up an Episcopalian! 😊 Y’all are feisty today!

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

That is so cool!!!!

[@pamlacey136]

I loved the video. So much eye candy! Thanks for sharing………………….

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Thank you Pam!!!!! Hope all is going well for you!!!!! I still remember our fabulous lunch in Tulsa!!!!

[@danaelkins2046]

I belong to the Grace Notes Fabrics FOTM club. Grace Notes is a family owned and operated small business. Corinn and her family create beautiful fabrics. Grace Notes is holding their very first retreat in August (August 10-13) this year and I think there are still a few slots available. I hope you enjoy stitching on her fabric as much as I do!!

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Thank you for all of that great information Dana!!

[@loribylsma3498]

Thank you so much for the shout out!! You both are so sweet!! Love you stitching friends❤

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Thank you Lori!!! So happy we are stitching friends!

[@katherinem7835]

It is a beautiful quilt. I've been eyeing that. I watched Susan last night.

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Thank you Katherine!!!! Susan is so amazing!

[@sandianaya5141]

Thanks for keeping me company

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Thank you for watching Sandi!!!

[@ChristyHunter]

Just keep rambling! 😂 You both are so much fun. I started stitching in late 2021 and only found you all a year ago. I went back to your first video and watched everything until I got to where I started. Your Flosstubes during the Covid madness were great. I love how you both didn't focus on Covid during your videos. I'm sure that gave everyone a break. The love of stitching has always been at both of your hearts. Thank you. ❤

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Thank you for your very kind words Christy!!! They mean the world to us!

[@vickiinkansas1399]

I’m sorry work has been so stressful, but I so enjoyed your epic haul segment! Laura, thank you for taking the time to answer my question about shops in your area. Hopefully my husband will be playing golf and I will have a block of five hours or so to travel and shop. We may be going to Wisconsin later in the week, so Spring Green is in my plans. Happy stitching.

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Vicki!! You are going to love Spring Green!!!!!! You need at least 5 hours there!

[@kathyhaymaker840]

I love dmc!! I think they have the most beautiful colors!! I finished my Cuckoo Bird!!

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

We agree about DMC! So glad you finished your Cuckoo Bird Kathy!!!!!!!

[@valerie-stitchinginthebarn723]

Hee hee. That’s all, just that’s how you make me feel when I visit with you both. Happy! 😘😘

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Hi Buddy!!!!!!!!!! Miss you and hope to see you soon!!!!! Hugs!!!

[@jaxcreativeinspirations]

Brenda, I too am a Methodist!!! My great grandparents (back around 4-5 “greats”) were one of the founding fathers of a small rural Methodist church in northwest MO!! Such gorgeous works and finishes as always, ladies!!!

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Thank you Jackie!!!

[@prairiestitcher515]

Hey no shame in DMC threads I stitch in all the threads but DMC is still the one I use the most . I have no close by LNS so it is what it is! Also I’m only about two min in… you know me… The Multiple Comment Gal… and I already snorted my drink when Brenda blurted out her “Damn” mainly it’s the reaction from the two of you that cracks me up . 😂😂😂😂 it’s a crummy cold windy and yes SNOWY day in Iowa so am so looking forward to stitching and watching you …. Here we go…..

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Thank you for your always wonderful multiple comments Renee!!!

[@gailkilian861]

I’ve been eyeing both the charts from the wishing thorn. I look at them 3 4 times a day. I should just get them! Great video!

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Yes, get them!!!!!!! Wishing Thorn has great charts! You will not be disappointed Gail!

[@janeseevers2274]

Well your inspiration really hit me today! I broke down and ordered Mary Gibson! Brenda-my father was a Methodist minister!!! So of course, I really needed the sampler! Everything today was great!

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Thank you Jane!!!!!! That is great that you order Mary too!

[@ozarkmtnstitcher]

Brenda I hope your box from your grandmother was full of fun things. Thanks for all your sharing as usual!

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Thank you Felicia!!!

[@mommalovesyougb]

Yay! Sunday night and alls well with the world!

[@fayrelightjordan2470]

Especially after a morning with you!

[@thepaintedrose1]

Thank you ladies so much for your always upbeat videos. I thoroughly enjoy watching. I was having a depressing week and you picked me up. And I was holding out buying the Whilst Iris Naps exclusive but finally gave in after seeing yours. Always makes me happy to purchase!

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Glad we could be of service Brenda!! and so happy that you ordered the exclusive!

[@barbarabell6527]

Thank you Brenda& Laura so much joy you give us! Hope your week will be better for both of you. Videos I watch I am always hearing I need a Brenda!😂

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Thank you Barbara!!! Yes, everyone needs a Brenda!

[@lindsayadams2942]

Thank you so much for these videos, I love watching you both!!Take care.

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Thank you for watching Lindsay!

[@barbaramatchack8995]

I always feel like I need to watch your flosstubes twice because you ladies share so much information. I hope you share all the things in the box you are receiving that was your Grandmothers, I'm excited for you. I had Grandpa and Great Grandpa that were Methodist Pastors and I had an aunt that was a non-denominational pastor.

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Thank you Barbara!!!!!!!

[@Caitja]

Thanks for this one. The DMC colors for How Now on that fabric are stunning.

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Thank you Cait!!!!

[@desireepheister2633]

Just loved seeing you again!! It's so fun to see everything and all the eye candy is great. By the way Laura, I never "should" on myself! It either is or it isn't. Done back soon!

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Thank you for that great advice Desiree!!!!!

[@ElleSnapsAndStitch]

Always look forward to your videos! Thanks for the inspiration and laughs! ❤

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Thank you Lisa!

[@sandyevenson-hagen370]

Fun video ladies, I always enjoy every minute! The sampler charts you both shared are amazing. Until next time, take care!

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Thank you so much Sandy!

[@kimberlywatson7788]

Well another fabulous get together ❤. And more amazing enabling 😂. Thank you ladies as always !

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Thank you for watching Kimberly!

[@CorpusChristiCrossStitcher]

RE: Previous flosstube…I can’t railroad without thinking of your twisted panties reference! 😂😂😂 Today when I separate me threads, I tap, tap, tap the top of I can grab that one thread easily! Love your videos! ❤

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Tap, tap, tap!!!!! Isn't it fun!!!!!! Thank you!!!!

[@ColoradoCrossStitcher]

You two always amaze me at how you are able to recall who stitched what on Instagram, and where you saw it. I wish I had a good memory like that! Happy Sunday to both of you. ❤ - Sheri

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Thank you Sheri!!!!!!!!! Hugs!

[@cathylounsbury7707]

Hi Ladies! Inspiring eye candy galore!! Hope work goes better this week. Hang in there and don’t let the turkeys get you down! Happy stitching til next time!! 🪡🧵🪡✂️✂️✂️🌷🌷🌷💕💕💕

[@brendaandtheserialstarter2410]

Thank you Cathy!!!!!