Can I Even Sew, though? Making a Tiger Lily Project Keeper

[@stephknight1123]

Adorbs. You’ve captured the feelings of that first bag challenge. The second one (if any hope remains in your soul) always goes so much better.

[@mthomas1937]

Spring brings the humming birds close. Love their little busy flutters

[@clarekalantar]

Happy Birthday! You gave all of us a gift by showing your very real and funny self. You’re going to love using those keepers and you’ve got a sewing adventure to look back on!

[@charlotteharrison9145]

Oh gosh! I'm going back through your videos, and I just have to say how much I appreciate your humour! Not very many people can make me laugh and you are so great! Glad that your keeper also turned out so well.

[@kathyburch9591]

I love your project keepers and you did a great job! I agree vinyl is very hard to sew with - to make it easier you can put tissue paper on it so it does not slide. You are getting better with each one. Happy belated Birthday!

[@dianeginsbach2249]

Great job on the project keepers. The first attempt of anything new is never the best but the 2nd goes better and faster and then you start to tune things your way.

[@cindy_lou_loves_to_stitch]

Happpppy Birthdaaaaay Steph!!! 🎉 💞 Of course your hubby cares what you do with your life!!! 🤣😂 They are SO cute and the fabrics are SO YOU!! 💛🩵

[@nenitabutcher5518]

Lindy the way you feel about your sewing machine is the way I feel about mine! Lol but you did a great job!! Good for you! Happy Birthday belated. You are fun to watch❤

[@renaewolford3270]

U r Precious! I love your attitude of 'just give it a go and TRY!'. Thx for sharing...Awesome!❤

[@lindadonzello9392]

I sew enjoyed this video! I enjoy how you can laugh at yourself and make light of your frustration! Your creative instinct was at work in your combining patterns and choice of fabrics!

[@rodneyannbensman1186]

I am with you. I also have a sewing machine demon that hates those machines. But I love to hand sew even quilts.

[@MKD49848]

You did a nice job for your first bag. Way to go, happy belated birthday!

[@kyramcquary1879]

My very first quilting instructor always said "done is better than perfect" and that is totally my life's mantra now! I too, am starting down the project bag rabbit hole and there is no perfection here!

[@trudybarss2667]

You are a HOOT! Loved the video!! I will continue to follow.

[@rodneyannbensman1186]

I love you Steph. You crack me up. I have laughed all through your projects first hour. 🤣🤣🤣😂😅🥲

[@gwensmith7024]

I’ve been wanting to make this project keeper for a long time. Thanks for taking us along on your hilarious journey - I laughed out loud at least 6 times! They turned out great, BTW.

[@catherinelaurent5219]

You are a treasure to watch, thank-you, I would positively take the fabric back. You crack me up.

[@suzactu3725]

Happy Belated Birthday! I absolutely adore your sense of humor and appreciate your comical honesty. 😎 Love your unique end results and you sharing the process! 😉 Best floss aka sewing tube this week.

[@kathyeaton6011]

Good for you Stef!! I've had my project keeper pattern from Kerri for over a year now and have not attempted it as yet. I think I'll give it a go now...thanks for the push and the laughs. I'm presently stitching Helping in the Coneflowers for a friend and I'm changing the dog into a collie...will have to show you when done. Cheers

[@the.pokey.little.pineapple4546]

Happy Birthday Steph! So proud you are sewing a fun project and showing us!!!❤😊

[@darlydulion4256]

Lindy!! Congrats, you rock🎉 For you first mini project keeper, modified😮, you did fabulous DahLing.

[@Griffinand3]

LOVED! LOVED! LOVED THIS VIDEO! TOO FUNNY! BEAUTIFUL BAG! HAPPY BELATED Birthday!

[@deborahmiller4594]

You won the battle! I admire your determination! You finished & they look great! We are our own worst critics! Happy Birthday!🎂🎉

[@jessicamaa]

That turned out awesome! I like to call my areas of concern "character". 🤣🤣

[@rhondazamora8136]

Happy belated birthday. Your video made me chuckle. You are just too cute! I am impressed with your project bags!

[@kristyrohm1500]

Yay!!! You did it !!! I think you can do anything you set your mind to!!

[@carolg.6838]

Happy belated birthday. You did great on the project keepers. I really like the first fabric and how much of the various scenes of the print are shown on the project

[@cherylportnoy398]

Happy birthday a few days late! Thank you for such a fun video to watch after a very long day ❤

[@grandmastraw]

Well done! Not one, but twice! I subscribed because of your humor and joy, even amongst the angst of trying something new. Thank for sharing. Blessings and take care.

[@violetknox7424]

This video was hilarious! You did a great job on your keeper. Good for you to customize it for your needs!

[@CerroneSamuel]

You’re braver than me. I’ve had this pattern for 6 months now and get shivers whenever i think about starting it.

[@shebeesstitchyworld]

Thx for the laughs, in a good way. This reminded me of when I first started sewing. My husband had a sewing machine, he taught me how to use it. I went thru so much scrap fabrics, it was fun. I love watching videos than reading for instructions - makes more sense. I’ve finished stitching into pillows, banners, and bell pulls. I also made my own envelope style project bags. I love sewing now…. Yes, it’s easier and things get made faster. Loved watching you go through the struggles and how honest you were about it.

[@markschweitzer4714]

😂thank you for a real tutorial!!! I just adore you Steph! ❤️Diana

[@claudetteadams6699]

I can't tell you how much I'm loving this video. I just brought home the stuff to Frankenstein a project booklet I saw on KZbin and another I saw on Annie's.

[@sandineumann1]

I need to purchase this pattern. It looks so cute. I truly can appreciate your love hate relationship with sewing. It’s has took me to years to bind properly. I didn’t say neatly. I’m hoping that skill comes sooner than later.

[@moonloversheila8238]

Ha! You always make me laugh, Steph, but even more than usual this time. Your face when you were staring at the video! (When we got a tantalising glimpse of your books!) I think you did a great job considering your animosity towards the sewing machine. I feel the same about that object! I love both your fabrics. Hope you had a lovely birthday. 😀

[@Christina.stitches]

Happy Birthday! My birthday is also August 12th🎉 Thanks for sharing your sewing adventure. It was so funny because I share your thoughts on sewing. Carrie and you would make great friends, you both are so entertaining and fun!

[@laurieclausen5813]

love that you took the chance to make it, now I need to try it :)

[@haschenkonig]

I think you did a fantastic job. Muscle memory plays such a huge roll in all crafts, just keep doing and they will get even better. These look fantastic. Your fabric choices are beautiful and fun. Not to mention for your first time you modified a pattern yourself, that's awesome. Thank you for sharing your experience with us.

[@lisahaley116]

They are adorable! You challenged yourself and persevered 🎉

[@grmanat]

That was so fun!!! Thanks for the laughs….with you, not at you! 🤣🤣🤣

[@jenniferbonynge5899]

A pleasure to watch you as you create these cute cross stitch pieces. First attempts are always a bit dicey but you persevered! Well done !

[@BuckeyeCrossStitcher]

I'm crying because I can so sympathize! But great job girl! You are my inspiration!

[@margaretwineland2165]

Happy Birthday. This video is hilarious!! I really do want to make a project keeper! Now when I make a mistake, I can start laughing at myself and thinking of your experience! Thanks for sharing.

[@christinecrane4864]

LOL!!!!! Kari's video is the best!

[@MariAngelesrojas5006]

For me looks amazing 🤩, congrats for yours inspiration to sew the mini keeper 😊❤❤❤

[@sharonpetterson478]

You are such a hoot. I was sitting outside on my lawn swing cracking up. Your an inspiration and funny as. Thanks for uplifting my day. By the way,your project keeper turned out fabulous.

[@paulinedean4419]

Great job on your first bag. You were pretty brave on your first attempt to combine 2 patterns. BRAVO 👏. Your second one is also great❤❤❤

[@britches__get__stitches]

Oh my gosh, I'm ROLLING in laughter! I love it! Glad you got two cute project keepers. :)

[@marie_h1104]

They turned out great; good job!

[@hannamansfield2894]

I LOVE it....great job Steph!!

[@valeriedimilia6902]

Happy Birthday! I had a good laugh at your sewing antics! The folders look great from here. 😅😅😅😅

[@evabuchholz9539]

OH YEAH!!! you are my kind of sewer... thanks for sharing your great video... AND the hoot is, I just paid for this pattern today... I know my sewing will be way bad, but I'm making it for my dear friend... so, here we are

[@jennifermccormick9538]

I love this video for two reasons, Steph. One, I can totally relate to your relationship with your sewing machine! And two, you inspired me to try new things despite this. I hope you enjoyed a very happy birthday!

[@clappjl]

Loved watching your learning curve! I’ve been wanting to get this keeper pattern and make myself one. I’m so doing it now!!

[@annemousseau8757]

Happy birthday my birthday is the 27th of August. We are birthday month stitching sisters. I loved the sewing machine craziness. I am starting to learn my machine I never used.

[@lindafabrizio5790]

This was the best “FlossTube” I have seen all week😂😂😂😂 I want to make the mini too now! I was lazy, bought her pattern for the bigger one and bought 2 from her…. I have yet to make one…. Someday though😂😂😂❤

[@tinawhittingslow7597]

Happy belated birthday! I absolutely enjoyed this video. It reminded me of myself working on projects. Thanks for providing me with a good laugh!!!

[@sandiefortenberry8035]

HAPPY BIRTHDAY! Loved this video and I can relate with the sewing machine. I get that way once in awhile.

[@linwillow7344]

I loved this episode...made me laugh and go down memory lane! Happy Birthday and one I am sure you will not forget...after all, you have TWO reminders!

[@deborahfitzer6877]

A belated Happy Birthday! A tip for working with vinyl…..put a piece of craft paper underneath the vinyl so you can see it. Your projects are really cute! Well done! Happy stitching!

[@rebeccaskirvin6236]

My attitude toward sewing with my machine is really similar to yours, so I really, really enjoyed this video. I’m so glad you persevered- your project keepers look great!

[@debbiestorjohann3532]

Happy birthday! I have sewn for many years and still dislike making bags, pouches or any such thing. I leave them to folks like Carrie, who can do them. Thanks for a fun video

[@jerryrminchin1372]

🤣🤣😂😂😂I can relate to the suffering involved with sewing vinyl!! It turned out great!! Love that fabric too!! Good job🙌🏼, Denise

[@auraperez6156]

This was so fun. I have both patterns and all the stuff, I just gave to find the time. I am going for the patchwork and two pockets

[@collbn]

The editing on this video gives me life. lol Well done

[@vickyb5935]

Hi from Switzerland Steph! I just found you and LOVE your channel - am binging out on your episodes! All I can say is that you are a hoot! Normally I don`t say that, but watching you reminds me of a former work colleague who always called everything a hoot - also just love your curly crazy hair! Have subcribed and looking forward to alot of laughs and beautiful work!!!

[@renepainter7166]

Watching you with the sewing machine was like watching myself do a sewing project! The project keepers turned out awesome! Great video!

[@sharonpatnode454]

This video is just the best…..OMG you’re the best….thank you for being you!!!!

[@charlesperez9976]

I am headed to London in 3weeks. If I find another inkwell,I will send it to you,for your quills to drink from! Of course,correspondence will be in order,if such a find in the mud takes place. Wish me luck in the muck!😊

[@megastitches]

😂😂😂I was laughing at your frustration because I am the same when we talk about sewing projects. HAPPY BIRTHDAY 🎉🎂🎈

[@prettylady2767]

Thank you, thank you, thank you.... I struggle with perfectionism and avoid starting a project if I feel I cannot make it perfect. Watching someone I truly enjoy totally go for it like you have is freeing for me! I love it!!

[@karenodle5604]

I love the bags! Happy birthday 🎉

[@lalinsocal]

They turned out brilliant! Well done 👏

[@leslieprice9224]

I love and own a couple of your designs (Reindeer games got me into Crosstitch). this video is absolutely hysterical, like you, I detest sewing. This video made me laugh. Huge thank you for sharing this!

[@bjoyp7463]

Oh my goodness, I laughed so hard! That was great! I want to see the “third time is the charm” one😊. Lesson learned about keep on trying!

[@brontebenoit6181]

Fabulous video! Thanks for keeping it real between friends! 😂😂😂

[@lynetterolston7446]

Happy Birthday. Really enjoyed your video. Your projects turned out great.

[@jenniferjohnson5596]

Fun as always! Happy belated bday! I’m not a sewing machine fan although I have been known to sew a little here and there but not in years. Both looked great to me.

[@gracepatane9384]

I love both of your project keepers! They look so cute! Great fabric choices! I bought the pattern for the mini, but haven’t made one yet! I’ll try to remember what you said about not using my favorite fabric! Oh, Happy Birthday! 🎂🎊🎉🎊🎉🎊🎉🍾🥂🍾

[@laurasomers3916]

Love this!!! I needed a feel good video today.

[@jodiarmstrong5881]

Late Birthday Wishes🎉! I watched your super fun video while stitching(Myrtle the Turtle - Satsuma) out on the porch. It is so hot and humid and I was thinking how much you would enjoy the sweaty stitching too!! I have also purchased patterns to make a similar stitching case and am feeling like just cutting everything out is going to be the hardest part!!! I have discovered sparkle and printed vinyls that I love and are easier to see. I have used them on project bags. You have the inspired me to give it a go! Thanks for showing us the process warts and all! 😊

[@katherinegentzel7178]

I'm rolling. I literally just finished making the regular project keeper yesterday, after not sewing for at least 10 years. It took me three days! Of course, I Frankensteined it out of remnants for my first go, but even then, I kept remaking the components. My bindings look wonky, my bobbin holders are not in a perfect grid, but they work. Now I am itching to make another but want to add more bobbin holders. Maybe turn it into a tri-fold keeper? IDK. In any case, thank you for this video. I lost my mind more than once with this project, but am really glad I made it.

[@maryannjohnson5410]

Nice job! I don't have a sewing machine so won't be trying it. I do have a Mom that likes to so and is willing to make me things. Happy belated birthday!

[@BeckyCraftyMama]

Love them! I want to try these! You did fabulous ❤!

[@juliedodd8630]

Happy Birthday and thanks for putting out a good enough but not perfect project. So many floss tubers are way too intimidating with their perfection. Keep it real!

[@PrettyPettyWynes]

As Always-you are Hilarious and Adorable!!! Thank you for posting this!

[@debng3210]

We could be sisters (you, of course being the cute younger sister)! The struggles are real! But the project keeper is adorable and it looks functional, so it's a big win. Happy Birthday to you! I may just have to go ahead and buy that pattern for myself! Loved this video!

[@meridethfields2872]

Oh my goodness this was too good! I am not experienced at sewing. I just tried my first project bag and it was a hot mess! 🤣 I am going to have to redo my binding but that is for another day because we’re not friends right now. Haha Great job!

[@crosstitcher2]

Loved your video. Made me laugh so much… congratulations to you.

[@susanarrigo9954]

They look awesome! I love it! Happy Birthday!

[@AllisonNorris13]

Happy Birthday! 💜☮️

[@crystalflanders4786]

Happy birthday. Your Aida story reminded me of a Biscornu I stitched. The fabric was woven weird and I kept recounting. I now have a donkey Bisrectangle. I can smugly say it wasn't my fault. Sometimes you really do get what you pay for. :(. have a great day.

[@leslierupp73]

I think you did a good job on your first try. We all have to start somewhere.

[@joyfulstitching6190]

These are adorable! Happy Birthday!🎉

[@kimrae6752]

As always, your FT is so enjoyable to watch! I’ve been wanting to sew one of Keri’s keepers- I’m currently not at war with my machine… 🤣🥴😉, and your video might be the motivation that I need. I’d love to make a few for Christmas gifts too 👍. Happy Stitching & Happy sewing!

[@bananabradysmom]

I love Tiger Lily Designs! I have made two of her project bags. Her video tutorials are amazing! I have yet to make the ones with the bobbin holders.

[@stitchingforsanity]

I think they looks great!

[@deniseniemann5270]

I am so glad to see that I'm not the only one who does not like to sew with a sewing machine.

[@deborahgoethe362]

You did good!! I also have 2 diff patterns! Maybe I just need to jump in & Do It!!!! 🥴