Cross Stitch #55 - December Year In Review & 2016 Plans

[@ashleysstitchingcorner]

You were quite the busy lady this year, Carolyn! I wish I had as much energy to stitch as you do! You do such amazing work and I'm looking forward to what you have in store for next year!

[@TheFlosstubeStitcher]

+Brityboo Busy or obsessed.... it's a fine line lol! When it comes to stitching I'm very passionate, and have loads of energy.... not so much for anything else haha. Thank you so much for the lovely compliments - I really appreciate that. Happy New Year to you and yours :) x

[@dianekoski8206]

Each of your videos are like a gift I cannot wait to open. Your work is amazing and inspires me. Stitching came back into my life this year and thanks to you, I'm organized and more willing to undertake new skills. I'm taking out a beautiful 40 count fabric I put away and going to find a project for it. I can't thank you enough for the time and effort you put into the videos. From Southern California I'm sending you a big hug in Australia!

[@TheFlosstubeStitcher]

+Diane Koski Awwww that is such a beautiful thing to say Diane.... thank you SO much !!! Organisation is the key to more productivity, and of course uninterrupted stitching time :) Have you stitched on 40 count before? We can inspire each other :) I'm so looking forward to trying it and looking at those perfectly flat single stitches :) Sending a big hug right back at ya! Happy Stitching :) x

[@TeresaLittleStitcher]

Oh wow Carolyn totally love all your wonderful gifts - the ornament from Claire is adorable! the beautiful self gift of the series samplers are amazing! I can't wait to see theses come alive this year😁.

[@TheFlosstubeStitcher]

+Teresa Little Stitcher I'm so blessed to have met so many amazingly generous people within this community (yourself included!). I'm nervously excited to start on the gingerbread houses, but at the same time I don't want to waste all that money... so I will be ordering the fabric soon and then there will be no more excuses to put them off any longer :)

[@TeresaLittleStitcher]

Carolyn Mazzeo I have found the same with this wonderful community of people (I consider you my mentor and gorgeous friend on the other side of the world!!! I know you will do an amazing job on the gingerbread houses - and teach us all another something new!!! Have fun my far away friend!

[@TheFlosstubeStitcher]

+Teresa Little Stitcher Awww you're so sweet! :) xx

[@Khristine4558]

Wow! 2015 was quite a stitching year for you! Beautiful beautiful stitching!

[@priscillas2000]

Happy New Year ! So many great finishes for you in 2015 .. Love all your projects for 2016 .. Can't wait to see them all ! Happy stitching!

[@TheFlosstubeStitcher]

+priscilla blain Thank you so much! So many plans for 2016, but so little time.... isn't that always the way? Happy stitching to you too :) x

[@mjmakeshandmade]

I love organising and sorting things too, Carolyn, and can totally identify with your need to have everything in it's place! A stitchy friend of mine got me onto your videos, and today (the 1st of Jan!) and I am sitting around guilt-free and indulging in yet another brilliant video. So very inspiring! Getting out some stitching now, and looking forward to seeing your progress on the SALs in the next video. Happy stitching!

[@TheFlosstubeStitcher]

+Melissa Jayne Hi Melissa, and welcome! If I can't stitch, I sort or organise... it's just as much fun and just as therapeutic. Beats housework any day of the week lol! Thank you so much for your lovely compliments - it means so much to me that people find the videos not only helpful, but inspiring. My aim is to encourage others to stitch while taking some quality time for themselves. It's helped me through some difficult times in my life and will continue to do so, I'm sure. Happy Stitching to you also :) x

[@DeeStitcher]

Congrats on all your finishes.. They really are great. I look forward to watching your journey next year with all your projects. Thank you for sharing your wisdom and knowledge. God Bless you and your family for 2016!!

[@TheFlosstubeStitcher]

+Dee Stitcher Thank you so much Dee - I really love watching all your videos too (I'm very behind, but I hope to catch up soon). Happy New Year to you and yours also :) x

[@ElaineP49]

Fabulous year of stitching Carolyn...you are so organised, which I'm sure pays off. I hope to be able to emulate just a fraction of what you've achieved. If I can do that I'll be happy. Keep the vids coming, I really do look forward to seeing them. Happy New Year to you and your family from a very wet and windy UK. big hugs :o)

[@TheFlosstubeStitcher]

+sassygal2007 Thank you so much! Yes, organisation is key to my success.... I try and stay organised in all aspects of my life. If only my family would keep things the way I organise them lol! Thanks so much for the compliment, and I'm super happy you enjoy the videos. Lot's to come in 2016 :) Happy New Year to you and yours also :) x

[@shakeitsalomex]

I'm with you - I LOVE sorting threads! I still have several kits in my stash and when I pull one out to start I love being able to go through the threads and getting it all organized and ready to go. There's something so soothing about doing it, maybe because while doing so I look forward to how it'll all come together. You've had a fabulous stitching year! Wonderful, wonderful! Wishing you a very Happy New Year!

[@TheFlosstubeStitcher]

+Stichin' Jo Oh yes, another crazy sorter... welcome :) I was actually excited that the Victoria Sampler Gingerbread Houses I bought have the threads all jumbled up... it will be so much fun sorting them :) I totally agree with you, it's soothing. Thank you so much! Happy New Year to you and yours also :) x

[@PalettePC]

Wonderful year of stitching. Can't wait for more in 2016. Happy New Year and Happy Stitching. Bev

[@TheFlosstubeStitcher]

+Palette PC Thanks so much Bev - really appreciate your continued support throughout the year :) Happy New Year and happy stitching to you too :) x

[@daisyrea7219]

Fabulous collection of work. I love samplers they have that wonderful antique look about them.

[@TheFlosstubeStitcher]

+Daisy Rea Thank you so much. Yes, that's exactly what I love about them too :) x

[@santosrivera724]

I've never commented before because I found you to be an expert stitcher and thought to myself I could never done anything she has done but that all has changed watching and getting to know what a lovely lady you. I've received from encouragement because Im new to cross stitching and have to get my stash going. I want to do the country cottages in cubes like you did and hope I can post them on Stitch Mania when I finish on. Happy New Year too you and your family. Happy stitching

[@TheFlosstubeStitcher]

+Santos Rivera Thank you SO much - that is such a lovely thing to say :) I don't classify myself as an expert - I've just been stitching a very long time. There are many designs out there that make me incredibly nervous, but I enjoy the challenge and I find out more about myself whenever I attempt something new. I would love to see you stitch the Cottages.... they are so much fun and such a great decorator piece. Finishing them in cubes is super easy and very cheap! I'll keep an eye out on Stitch Maynia for them, but incase I forget, maybe you can tag me in the post :) Happy New Year to you and yours also :) x

[@radiante595]

Wow!! All those finishes/FFOs!! I'd love to have a third of that in my done column, lol. As always, a great, great video. I've learned so much from watching your videos. Your stitching and tutorials are absolutely wonderful!! You are an amazing stitcher and a beautiful human being. Thank you and Happy New Year to you and your family!!!!

[@TheFlosstubeStitcher]

+Radiante59 Awww thank you so much for those very kind words! If it makes you feel any better, there will probably only be about a third in my column this year lol! I'm going to be focussing on larger projects and more complex FFOs so it will be interesting to see how that pans out. Really need to get through my stash too, and resist buying anything new (not an easy task for me lol). Hope to have more tutorials up this year and showing how I organise things is a high priority. Thank you so much again :)))) Happy New Year to you and yours also :) x

[@valwellings577]

OH MY GOODNESS what wonderful and beautiful work you have done, and so much, I think you must have many more hours in the day than the rest of us! You are so inspirational I want to do it all!! Thank you so much for taking the time to show us it all, and I look forward to watching you in 2016 and beyond!! Also looking forward to the tutorials next year. I only wish I'd found you and Flosstube sooner, but I'm catching up! Now, shall I go onto 123 stitch and do some shopping, or shall I do some stitching..........hmmm? Happy New Year to you and your family. Val x

[@TheFlosstubeStitcher]

+Val Wellings Haha Val, I assure you that is indeed not the case. I just utilise my spare time carefully and avoid any intrusions so I get around 4 hours of solid stitching done. It's amazing how much you can complete without interruptions. I stitch at night after everything has been cleaned and put away for the day, until the wee hours (I'm such a night owl). Thank you so much for the beautiful compliments, and I'm so glad you found Flosstube. It's such an inspirational site for stitching, but the downfall is you will probably buy things you hadn't planned on before lol! Happy New Year to you and yours also :) x

[@quietmindstitcher9326]

Great video as always. I love that you take the time to share all the little details like the count and name of the fabric. I also love your passion for our wonderful hobby. Many happy wishes for a wonderful 2016 for you and yours from me and mine. Mary xxx

[@TheFlosstubeStitcher]

+Quietmindstitcher Thank you so much! You know I often forget to say so many things in the videos. After I've finished recording I realise that I meant to say something and completely forgot about it, but I'm getting better and making notes before I start recording helps me to remember :) Happy New Year to you and yours also :) x

[@helenrobertson4043]

Another great video...May 2016 be filled with much joy and happiness for you and your family as well. Have a happy stitchy new year!

[@TheFlosstubeStitcher]

+Helen Robertson Thank you so much Helen! Happy New Year to you and yours also :) x

[@stitchynurse5821]

I finally made it through all of your videos! You inspire me to get stitching! I look forward to all of your future videos;)

[@TheFlosstubeStitcher]

+Tangela Worley Wow, you deserve a medal for listening to me for that long!! lol! Thank you so much for your support of my channel. Lot's of fun new things to show this year... I can't wait! Happy stitching :) x

[@lcoates75]

Another wonderful video! I enjoy watching each and every single one! Can't wait to see what you have in store for us in 2016.

[@TheFlosstubeStitcher]

+Lenia Coates Thank you so much Lenia - that means a lot to me :) x

[@febbymarsh2231]

What a fantastic stitching year for you, Carolyn. I had a lot of comments about this video but decided to just tell you how wonderful and helpful I found all of your videos and I am looking forward to more next year. Happy New Year to you and your family.

[@TheFlosstubeStitcher]

+Febby Marsh Thank you so much! You have been a wonderful support throughout the year, and I truly appreciate all your very kind comments towards the videos and projects. Happy New Year to you and yours also :) x

[@ltutak]

What an amazing stitching year you have had! Everything is just stunning. You are such an inspiration. But above all that , you are such a kind, giving, lovely person. Happy New Year! 💕

[@TheFlosstubeStitcher]

+Lynn Tutak Awwww thank you so very much Lynn - that means the absolute world to me! I'm just very passionate about what I do, and I'm glad that my passion is contagious to other stitchers. Happy New Year to you and yours also :) x

[@CherylTheWaysideStitcher]

You have had an amazing year of beautiful stitching! It is always such a pleasure to watch your videos, see your work, and hear your lovely voice. I am also tempted by the Victoria Sampler houses, but I'm not sure when I'll get around to them. It will be fun to watch your progress.

[@TheFlosstubeStitcher]

+Cheryl TheWaysideStitcher Thank you so much Cheryl. I have a feeling that once I start them, you might be enabled.... if you're already tempted, it's not going to take much persuasion is it? lol! I'm excitedly nervous about doing them :) Happy stitching :) x

[@crossstitchbutton]

Cant wait to see your stitching next year, Happy New Year to you and your family xxx

[@TheFlosstubeStitcher]

+crossstitchbutton Thank you so much - so many designs, so little time ;) Happy New Year to you and yours also :) x

[@ladybirdstitcher4200]

You've had an amazing cross stitching year. 71 is an awesome number of finishes - large or small that's pretty spectacular. Thanks for your tip regarding the Aussie dollar against the Canadian dollar. I've kept that particular seller on my list for the future. Looking forward to seeing your new and existing WIPs progress further this year.

[@TheFlosstubeStitcher]

+Ladybird Stitcher Thank you so much! It was an unexpectedly productive year :) I only discovered that little tip by accident, so I'm more than happy to help other Aussies save a few dollars. The eBay seller "samdaggit" is actually selling off their stock of PTB, so once it's gone, they won't be getting any more back.... so I'll be on the hunt for someone new next time. Until then, Nordic Needle sell theirs for $2.75US which is still pretty good, even considering the dismal Aussie dollar's performance of late. Take care and happy stitching :) x

[@chelseaolesh9679]

You go girl! wow wow. Congrats on all your finishes and FFOs! Everything is so beautiful. I really want to try those pinembroidery things! :-) Looking forward to your 2016 wips! Happy stitching!

[@TheFlosstubeStitcher]

+Chelsea Gelesko Thanks so much Chelsea - it was a fun (yet expensive!) year :) You should definitely give them a try. Plenty of freebies to try out before you take the plunge and buy any. Happy stitching to you too hun :) xx

[@amandawilliamson4780]

Hi Carolyn You deserve a New Year Honour equivalent to a Knighthood so to me you are now Lady Carolyn and well worth this honour I give to you. Just an awesome video as always from you and so many beautiful finishes. Always loved the flat folds so I am going to catch up with that link, thank you. Happy New Year Lady Carolyn Hugs Amanda from UKxxxx

[@TheFlosstubeStitcher]

+Amanda Williamson Hahaha you're so funny Amanda!!! Well I'll just have to call you Lady Amanda, because it takes one Lady to know another ;) And you do live in the land of Lords & Ladies after all :) I really hope to catch up with you when I come to the UK (very soon, I hope).... that would be wonderful! And then I can give you a real life hug right back :) Happy New Year to you and yours also.... thank you again for the beautiful card :) x

[@DarlingBluebell]

Cross stitch crazy certified! Bwah, such a gloriously hilarious design. 71 finishes - oh my, you are a goddess. What a fabulous result and such a fabulous video to go with it. Wishing you a great new stitching year. Your plans sounds like a lot of fun! Hugs from Holland.

[@TheFlosstubeStitcher]

+Darling Bluebell Thank you so much! That quote sums me up to a tee :)))) Thank you for your very kind words and encouragement. This year will be much quieter, I'm sure, but with a few more complex FFO's to keep my busy :) Take care and Happy stitching :) x

[@melissaeggleston733]

you are going to have a fabulous year! and I am totally in awe of 71 finishes!!

[@TheFlosstubeStitcher]

+Melissa Eggleston Thank you so much Melissa. I'm still in shock to be honest - it's one of those achievements that you know will never be repeated again. This year will be more focussed on larger pieces, so it probably won't even come close, but I do hope to get some of my larger projects framed which will make me very happy. Take care and happy stitching :) x

[@chriscrossstitcher2593]

You have had a productive and beauty filled stitchy year! You are just the sweetest person, thank you so much for sharing with us here and on facebook & instagram. Also, I have lots of old kits that have hanks of floss that need to be sorted. Get your butt over here, I'll meet you in NYC, and you can sort to your heart's content :)

[@TheFlosstubeStitcher]

+ChrisCrossStitcher Thank you so much - it has indeed been a very busy year! Oh I got so excited when you said you wanted them sorted, and then I saw NYC lol! That is my favourite place in the entire world!!!! I promise I will get over there again one day, but you better not wait for me before sorting those threads... it may take longer than you think hahaha Happy stitching :) x

[@crystalthechurchmousestitc1888]

Carolyn, what a lovely video. You have so many accomplishments to be proud of. Beautiful needlework. I have also started the Santa's Village SAL. It will be my first SAL and quite fun. Thank you for sharing and a very happy new year to you and yours.

[@TheFlosstubeStitcher]

+Crystal Sypolt Thank you so much. SALs are a bundle of fun, and great to stitch within a group when you don't have anyone that you know that you can stitch with in person. Happy New Year to you and yours also :) x

[@carolcheatham7114]

Oh my goodness! When you showed the "Cross Stitch Crazy" ~ I got to thinking about all the old magazines I have in those magazine holders (14+). After I finished watching your video ~ I got out my step stool and pulled down a couple of them ~ Wow! So far the earliest or is it latest ~ I found so far is 1989 of "For The Love of Cross Stitch" magazine. So guess what I'll be doing the next few days! So many wonderful patterns to do!!! Thank you for all your videos ~ at my age I'm still learning! :)

[@alyxcroft3294]

i am so excited to see a new video from you :) cant wait til tomorrow to watch it on my big screen and drool over all the goodies! happy new year and thank you for all you do!

[@TheFlosstubeStitcher]

+Alyx Croft Haha thank you so much :) x

[@RoothieZ]

Hi Carolyn..... Enjoy your videos so much. The time and effort is appreciated by so many. I purchased the gingerbread house and tree earlier this year and yes the thread packs are expensive. I too still need the fabric. Again, thank you so much and have a wonderful and safe New Years.

[@TheFlosstubeStitcher]

+Ruth Graham Thank you so much Ruth! Yes, I need to organise the fabric too - I'm going to purchase a very large piece, that will hopefully be enough to complete all the designs... should work out cheaper that way I think. Happy New Year to you also :) x

[@PamsCraftyCorner]

Carolyn, you are one ambitious lady. Love all your plans for 2016 and congratulations on so many wonderful finishes in 2015. I look forward to seeing so much more from you. Happy stitching and happy new year!

[@TheFlosstubeStitcher]

+Pam Reid Thank you so much Pam... ambitious, or simply crazy?... sometimes I wonder lol! It will be interesting to see how much I do actually accomplish, but I assure you it will be nothing like the craziness in 2015.... well I don't think so anyway haha. Happy New Year to you and yours also :) x

[@cleaber]

You do the most beautiful things and your finishes are impecible. Whenever I have watched one of your videos I go and stitch with more vigor. And I know what you mean about Ebay, a very dangerous place. I do not need any more stash, I have enough for two lifetimes and yet ........ Wishing you a very fruitful New Year. Anne

[@TheFlosstubeStitcher]

+Anne Bartel Awww Anne, thank you so much for the compliments :) I'm so glad that I inspire you to stitch more... that is my aim with my videos, to help others see how much fun it is and to go and do it for themselves. I haven't checked eBay in awhile, and my spending has improved so far this year.... so that's really good :) I definitely don't need any more stash either, and it's sooooo tempting with all these mystery SALs this year, but I have other projects already kitted that I also want to do.... decisions, decisions! Happy New Year to you and yours also :) x

[@cescamilla9518]

Amazing another awesome vedio to finish yup the year..Love all the work you do everyone I talk to in the stitching committee I mission you to be watch all of you work is amazing and threw you I get inspired to do more ..I send you my blessing to you and your family in the up comeing year 2016..And look forward to lost more vedio in this up comeing Thanks again for your time and your lovely friendship... Happy New Year your stitching friend Carmen

[@TheFlosstubeStitcher]

+carmen escamilla Awww thank you so much Carmen, that means the absolute world to me! I'm so glad I inspire you to stitch more - I couldn't wish for anything more :) Take care my friend, and Happy New Year to you and yours also :) x

[@TeresaLittleStitcher]

Ooowww flatfolds I'm loving the look of those - I will be checking out that link on how to do finishes lol! I love my biscornu- you have inspired me to attempt one again this year

[@TheFlosstubeStitcher]

+Teresa Little Stitcher The flatfolds are fantastic, and probably my new favourite finishing technique. A little bit fiddlier than the cubes (due to the glue), but the effect is so worth it... and I love that they store away easily because they're flat :) Vonna's blog is a piece of cake to follow, and she has so many inspiring photo's to look at too. Yay.. I'm so glad you liked it.... and happy to hear you'll attempt it again. I read a quote the other day (I love my quotes!) that said "Everything you've ever wanted is on the other side of Fear". How true is that? If you need any help or advice, you know where to find me :) xx

[@TeresaLittleStitcher]

Carolyn Mazzeo lol!!!! So love that quote Carolyn!!! I hope you are well my lovely friend! and you will be my first point of call if I get stuck :)

[@TheFlosstubeStitcher]

Teresa Little Stitcher :) x

[@misssweetstory]

What a great video to end the year on. It's been so fun to watch your progress, celebrate your finishes, and learn from you. Thank you for sharing. I'm excited about your Sheep Virtues project. I'm familiar with the finish that you refer to and it's going to be fun watching it come to life. Happy New Year to you and yours Carolyn! ~Ann (sweetstory_stitches)

[@TheFlosstubeStitcher]

+Ann Williams Thank you so much! I really appreciate your very kind comments, and your support :) I'm so tempted to start the Sheep Virtues for my WIP 4 (which is still undecided at this point), but I have some smaller ones that I've had longer that are also calling my name.... why can't there be more than 4 weeks in a month lol! I think there will be a bit of tweaking involved with the layout of that pattern, so it may have to wait a little while so I can spend some quality time organising it all. Happy New Year to you and yours also :) x

[@kowgirlkatepaintsaplenty8573]

wonderful projects and finishing! Love your positivity!

[@TheFlosstubeStitcher]

+Kowgirlkate Paints Aplenty Thank you so much!!! I appreciate you watching and taking the time to leave a comment. Happy stitching :) x

[@Doturi]

What a wonderful stitchy year you have had. You've been an inspiration to so many with your wonderful videos. Thank you very much for all your work and sharing. Happy New Year to you and I look forward to seeing you in 2016. :)

[@TheFlosstubeStitcher]

+Dot Smith Thank you so much Dot! It has been a fun filled year, and hopefully will continue to be so :) Happy New Year to you and yours also :) x

[@jodischell2224]

You had a great year! Some great finishes this year! Can't wait to see your progress next year! I am participating in a few of the same SALS as you in 2016.

[@TheFlosstubeStitcher]

+Jodi Schell Thanks so much Jodi! I've been tempted by so many of the SALs this year (mainly the mystery ones), but I'm trying so hard to stay strong and stitch what I already own and love. I look forward to seeing your progress on the SALs too :) Happy stitching :) x

[@inglesideimaginarium]

Happy New Year Carolyn! It has been a pleasure to watch your progress. Congratulations on FAR exceeding your goals and I can't wait to see what comes about this next year. You're already getting things finished! I particularly like, from this video, your Eiffel Tower. You finished it perfectly!

[@TheFlosstubeStitcher]

+BlimeyCatStitches Thank you so much! Yes last year wasn't planned at all, and I doubt that it will ever occur again.... just put it down to one of those freakish years without any explanation lol! This year I'll be focussing more on some of the bigger projects and designs that have been in my stash, or on my want list for sometime. There's nothing I regret more than buying something that I love then holding onto it for so long that I no longer have a desire to stitch it. So the plan is to stay strong and avoid too many temptations this year... fingers crossed ;) That flat fold was a lot of fun to complete, and not as fiddly as I thought it would be. I look forward to finishing some more designs that way this year. Happy New Year to you and yours also :) x

[@5footrunt]

Happy New Year!!! I enjoyed seeing your FFO's. I think my fav is the mother and baby giraffe. Congrats on your first three F's. Flat fold, Felt ornie..... I hope you have another wonderful year filled with fun stitchy stuff.

[@TheFlosstubeStitcher]

+Katrina Munguia Thank you so much Katrina! I'm so excited to get that one framed this year... just need to find the perfect frame ;) Haha thanks for the congats... too funny! Happy New Year to you and yours also :) x

[@creciacrafts1459]

I love the idea of the gingerbread pieces in place of a chatelene - as a big project! They are on my wishlist as well, but I had no idea they were so versatile so now they've moved right up! Also love the sheep patterns, I'd not seen those before! Your 2016 looks a lot like mine, looking forward to watching all of your beautiful work!

[@TheFlosstubeStitcher]

+CreciaCrafts Haha you sound just like me.... just looking for an excuse to move something higher up the wish list lol! Sounds like we have similar tastes... best of luck for a productive year of stitching ahead :) x

[@sajacrone6621]

Another great inspirational video! It has been a fun and helpful year watching you, learning so much from your videos, they have made my stitching better and more enjoyable. Hoping for the best New Year for you and your family.

[@TheFlosstubeStitcher]

+Saja Crone Awww thank you so much Saja :) Happy New Year to you and yours also :) x

[@tonispencer7969]

Happy new years. Congrats on all your finishes and hopefully many more in the new year.

[@TheFlosstubeStitcher]

+toni spencer Thank you so much Toni! I don't anticipate to have a year anything like 2015..... that was crazy!!! But I do hope to accomplish a few of my older stash items that are calling my name. Happy New Year to you and yours also :) x

[@teriholliday]

You're gonna be very busy. So glad to see you got your Petite treasure braid color card.

[@TheFlosstubeStitcher]

+Theresa Holliday Haha my life knows no other way..... what's relaxing? lol! Oh I love that PTB card - best purchase ever... now I can convert my metallics. Just wish Aussie shops sold it cheaper ;) x

[@BerginLisa]

Fab video as always. I do love how organised your videos are I find watching them a joy. Congratulations on all the wonderful finishes this year. Happy New Year and I look forward to seeing your stitching progress throughout 2016 :-)

[@TheFlosstubeStitcher]

+Lisa Bergin Thank you so much Lisa - I'm super happy that you enjoy them. Happy New Year to you and yours also :) x

[@felicitystitches3143]

I'm obsessed with the 3D stitchy designs!!!!

[@TheFlosstubeStitcher]

+Jennifer Harvat Oh me too... it's an expensive addiction! :) x

[@Hufflestitcher87]

Happy New Year to you Carolyn! I hope 2016 is a good stitchy year for you.

[@TheFlosstubeStitcher]

+Chloe Crawford Thank you so much Chloe - Happy New Year to you and yours also :) x

[@stitchingnoni]

Loved watching your video! Amazing finish count for 2015. Well done :0). You are an inspiration!! And dangerous as I now want to go and buy some of those CCN designs... My Brooke's Books SAL choices are the Advent Animals which I started early in 2015. Looking forward to seeing how your SAL's progress over the year. Happy New Year and all the best for 2016!Hugs xx

[@TheFlosstubeStitcher]

+Stitching Noni Thank you so much! It's very dangerous watching Flosstube isn't it? I'm ridiculously far behing in my viewing, but I have found that I've been spending less.... so that's one positive lol! This year I'm going to try and stay true to items I've already purchased, before they become items that I change my mind on.... what a waste that would be! Those Advent Animals are super cute... Brooke's Books have some really gorgeous designs, and they're so easy to stitch, which makes us all happy :) Happy New Year to you and yours also.... Big hugs right back at ya! :) x

[@yuliabardo6358]

Amazing results of the stitching year !!!! you did great job, Carolyn !!! you are my example to follow )))) go on inspiring people )))) keep going !! i wish a very happy New Year to you and your lovely family ))))) let every day bring you nice surprises ))) because you are a wonderful lady and you deserve the best )))))

[@TheFlosstubeStitcher]

+Yulia Bardo Awww you are so very sweet Yulia! Thank you so much for your lovely words, and your continued support throughout the year. Your comments are always kind and thoughtful, and I appreciate it very much that you take the time to comment on every video. Happy New Year to you and your family also :) x

[@yuliabardo6358]

the pleasure is all mine , Carolyn ))) i enjoy your videos veeery much !!! they are informative and inspiring )))) i am glad that you put your videos on youtube so that many people could enjoy them ))) thank you very much for it !!!

[@TheFlosstubeStitcher]

Yulia Bardo My pleasure - it feels like we're all just one big stitching group :) x

[@yuliabardo6358]

it's so nice to find people who understand you like noone else )))

[@OriettaStitch]

I loved to watch you year in review Carolyn! So many beautiful stitched pieces and such great finishing technique. I really like your positive attitude toward things and I am looking forward to your next update! Ps gotta get the menopause dwarves, Thats so me!!!😂😂

[@TheFlosstubeStitcher]

+Orietta Stitch Thank you so much Orietta! I used to be a negative person and it got me nowhere.... positivity is the key to a happier life :) Haha that is a hilarious stitch isn't it! I think we can all relate to that one at some point :D Happy stitching :) x

[@thenaptimestitcher]

Gosh! Such a great video. All of your finishes are just amazing. I've never finished anything in a way other than framing. I hope to change that this year! Standing cubes and flat folds are both on my list. I'm doing the Santa's Village and Brooke's Books SALs with you. So lovely to see your progress.

[@TheFlosstubeStitcher]

+Katie TheNaptimeStitcher I'm like a kid in a candy shop at the moment.... so many inspiring finishing ideas to try and I don't know which ones to do next. Like you, I always framed everything... but now seeing all these other ideas has just reignited my passion for stitching because I'm excited to see how else I can finish each new project. Look forward to seeing your progress on the SALs this year :) Happy stitching :) x

[@Serukis]

You had such a wonderful year stitching-wise. So proud of all you've accomplished! :) I'm really looking forward to seeing what you get up to this year. :) You have such exciting plans. Here's to a better 2016, lovely stitching friend!

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+Emily Chadwick Thank you so much Emily! It's been a freakishly busy year, that's for sure. This year will be much quieter, as I focus more on larger pieces and items from my stash that have been literally screaming at me for awhile now! Happy New Year to you and yours, dear friend :) x

[@theresafeeney2756]

Lovely plans for next year. I saw the Brooks Brothers ones and totally forgot I have the Little Women ones, now I want to do them. Congrats on all your lovely finishes.

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+Theresa Feeney Thank you so much Theresa! Oh you should definitely do them... I'm sure they'll look fantastic! :) x

[@naydeenfrecklington9821]

Carolyn I want to say a sincere thank you from the bottom of my heart for the time and energy you put into delivering these wonderful videos. It was one of your videos that got me back in to stiching in August and since then I have learnt so much more about what is available to us as stitchers and different methods, products etc. I have watched many other wonderful flosstubers but you remain my favorite as I love your sincerity, compassion and obvious love for what you do. Thank you again from the bottom of my heart. Congratulations on all of your achievements in 2015 and may 2016 be kind to you. xxx

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+Naydeen Frecklington Awww Naydeen.... you made me cry! I felt your sincerity and it touched me! My ultimate aim with my videos is to inspire others to do more of what they love, to try new things, and just simply enjoy this wonderful hobby. I had so many questions when I started out, and I had no-one to ask... so I know there are many people out there that are the same. Stitching shouldn't be a secret - sharing is caring and I love the fact I can help others that have the same questions that I once did. I'm so happy that you have benefited from that and learnt a few things along the way. I too constantly learn things and new ways to do things.... who says you can't teach an old dog new tricks? Anything that makes it more enjoyable will always be a benefit and it means I can get more done. This community is amazing and I'm so grateful to be a part of it. You're right - I'm very passionate about what I do, because it's been a life saver for me, my stress and overcoming hurdles in my life. If I can help only 1 other person, then I will be a very happy person indeed ;) Thank you again for everything you said - it means the absolute world to me!

[@CarolinaSCraftsMakeupFood]

THank you for the wonderful video!!!! You are a great organizer! It's awesome!

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+Carolina S (Crafts Makeup Food) Thank you so much Carolina :) x

[@kulaaaonaj108]

I always Loe watching your videos! I don't even watch tv anymore. lol!

[@lucylou8833]

Thank you Carolyn Happy New Year from a new stitcher who loves your videos

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+Lucy Lou Thank you so much Lucy! Happy New Year to you and yours also :) x

[@onemorexstitch1660]

congratulations on all your finishes love watching your videos Happy New Year xx

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+onemore x stitch (onemorexstitch) Thank you so much! Happy New Year to you and yours also :) x

[@robynstitcherwallace5581]

Love! Love! Love! Your inspirational videos, looking forward to seeing your stitching this year. I also have a request, I would like you to show me (invisible thread) for beading on Miria's, how you start and finish with this thread. That would be great! Thank you, Happy stitching.

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+Robyn Wallace Thank you so much Robyn. I think I have been asked for this once before, so I'll try and get that one organised for you both. As it's invisible, it's not going to show on camera, so I'll have to show how I do it with regular thread - I think that's probably the best way.... so hopefully it will be acceptable. Happy stitching to you too :) x

[@astitchtoday-theresttomorr4395]

Wow!!! What a great video... Your finishes for 2015 are amazing - your new starts for 2016 are awe inspiring... Your organisational skills would put most work places to shame... You wouldn't think of standing for government would you? Perhaps then we might get something done!!! Seriously Carolyn, you are an inspiration!!! I too have LHNW's Song of the Season - I happened to buy it from someone who was selling it here in Australia - she had kitted it up and then became disenchanted with it. I got it for a very fair price - she had completed the first section so I have two to complete... Giggling here now - she stitches in the opposite direction!!!! So I have to be very careful as I stitch - and she stitched it on a piece of 32 count linen - not something I would choose myself but it has shown me I can do it - I am usually 18/28 or 14 count person myself... Watching you and others on floss tube have re kindled my love of this craft and although I am a slow stitcher I have gained patience which is something I have never had a great deal of... I have chosen not to participate in any SALS as I have had a bit of a zen moment re my stitching. Rather I intend to concentrate on those projects that bought me joy when I bought them (some - 10 years ago)and bring them into the light... But before I sound too virtuous - I have a wish list that is as high as Everest ;) I too, love single thread stitching and as you say no worries about threads laying straight... Ok enough from me... May I wish you and yours a fabulous and safe New Year's Eve and may 2016 bring forth all of only the best things. Take care... Sharon - Melbourne * Wouldn't a stitchy weekend retreat be good for somewhere in the future ;) ;)

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+a stitch today - the rest tomorrow Awww thank you so much Sharon for the beautiful compliments :) I laughed out loud when you mentioned working for the Government. I would love the pay packet, but not the work.... they argue too much... and I don't like conflict, so that definitely wouldn't work for me lol. Song of the Seasons is gorgeous isn't it? I'm trying to decided whether to do that for my week 4 WIP (which still hasn't been decided!) or a bit later on in the year. You're very brave to stitch something that has already been started by someone else... I haven't tried that yet - I guess it would have it's own set of challenges. I noticed that quite a few people stitch with the top thread opposite to how I do it, and I often wonder why, because all the charts with instructions (that I've seen) show it the way I do it. The end result is the same, so it's irrelevant.... except for you and your current predicament - hope it works out well for you. I've been tempted by 2 of the mystery SALs already this year, but like you, I really want to work on items in my stash that I truly love and are already kitted up. I guess it's that old FMO (Fear of Missing Out) that's rearing its ugly head again. I think you have given me the strength to feel that I don't NEED to do them, and I can enjoy watching other's progress on them instead. Last year I bought about 300 magazines from someone selling their entire collection, and I've made an incredibly long list (I think it's possibly even higher than Everest!) just from those mags.... and I told my husband when I bought them that I wouldn't need to buy anymore charts again, that there would be enough in those mags to last me a lifetime. Well, I've only stitched 1 chart and continued to buy more... so what does that say about me???? That I have no willpower when it comes to stitching lol!!! So, you have now inspired ME to stitch from my stash, and just buy supplies needed, so thank you...... but I make no promises lol! Happy New Year to you and yours also, and YES a stitching retreat would be AWESOME!!!!! Happy stitching :) x

[@KaiAma1013]

You certainly have had a productive year!! Congrats! That is so impressive and inspiring! I had my best ever stitching year with 4 finishes, i had only ever actually finished one medium sized project before (And a handful of teeny ones) so the fact that i had 4 FFOs was pretty awesome for me! I have some of the Gingerbread patterns by Victoria Sampler on my wish list too, they are SO beautiful!! One day!! Good thing i didn't know about the Santa's Village SAL, i fell in LOVE with those little patterns and have them all on my wish list (Along with MANY other Country Cottage Needleworks patterns, hahaha), i'm thinking next year i will stitch them. This year's christmas stitch will be Christmas Rules by lizzie Kate, i'll start working on it in the summertime :) As always thanks for the wonderful video! Happy New Year! :D

[@TheFlosstubeStitcher]

+hailbop87 Congrats on your amazing achievement.... such milestones should be celebrated in a BIG way :) Yes the CCN charts are too desirable... I love them all, and Lizzie Kate is a big favourite too. You have great taste ;) Happy New Year to you and yours also :) x

[@StitchingJoanne]

Wow, so many finishes!

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+Stitching Joanne I have no life lol!! :) x

[@stitchinliz]

Amazing work this year!!

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+Liz Smith Thank you so much :) x

[@francescadonlan8518]

wonderful video, hope you have a happy new year

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+Francesca Donlan Thank you so much! Happy New Year to you and yours also :) x

[@louisestinton2006]

Caroline, ABC Stitch Therapy have some of the Victoria Sampler Houses like what you bought yourself for Christmas and their accessory pack in their clearance section. You should go to their Victoria Sampler section and scroll through for their clearance items are also listed in the designers section. Happy New Year .

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+Lou S Thank you so much for letting me know that!.... Wish I'd seen this earlier! Someone on IG (not sure if it was you!) also let me know the same thing the other day. I managed to get the Needlework Shop (that I mentioned on my video) with the accessory pack, and The Bakery (chart only) for a really good price. So now I just need to purchase the material and I'm all set to go. Thanks again for thinking of me and letting me know... and sorry for the late response. Happy New Year to you and yours also :) x

[@tracir3128]

Congrats on all the finishes! Loved seeing your plans for next year - very inspiring! I am on #11 of the Sheep Virtues (doing as one long vertical banner) and have been working on it well over two years...at my rate, we may finish at the same time - LOL! :) Happy New Year!

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+Traci Rickert Thank you so much Traci! Oh, that sounds fantastic. Are you on IG?.... I'd love to see it. Mine is going to need some tweaking of the patterns to get them to fit the way I want, so I won't be starting just yet.... but I'm very excited about it. I have a nice blank space on the wall in my craft room (my son calls it the Studio lol) which is where it will go :) I'm sure you'll be finished well before me ;) Happy New Year to you and yours also :) x

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+Carolyn Mazzeo Hi Carolyn, I am on instagram but don't use it to post much...I think I've posted a couple of stitching pics but it's been awhile. I am on #12 now (feeling giddy!) and will post when I am done stitching to one of the facebook groups (either Stitch Maynia or Cross Stitch Finish Line). Then it will be a matter of FFOing it which may take another year - haha!

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+Traci Rickert Oh and my instagram is tljrusa...but again, not much going on there!

[@milliealayon7594]

Fantastic video. Great inspiration.

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+Millie Alayon Thank you so much :) x

[@CherylTheWaysideStitcher]

Thanks so much! I'm just waiting for my charts to arrive from Brooke. I'll go ahead and order the PTB from Nordic Needle. Thanks again. 😘

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+Cheryl TheWaysideStitcher My pleasure :) xx

[@margiharrach4582]

beautiful! Thanks for another great video :-) Happy stitching in 2016!!!

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+Margaret Harrach Thank you so much Margaret! Happy Stitching to you too :) x

[@sarahwassum6314]

Wonderful video!

[@lisasstitches]

I loved watching your video as I stitched tonight! You have finished so many amazing things and have so many other wonderful things planned. Your finishing of projects is stunning, I can't believe they are your first! I have bookmarked the Twisted Stitcher's Tutorial blog as I really want to learn how to ffo some of the projects I've had finished for a long time that are just sat in a drawer. I also wanted to thank you for your tutorial on the pin stitch! I tried it for the first time with my 1st Jan new start (a small Chatelaine) and I love it! I will definitely be using it in the future. I also agree the PTB is wonderful as I hate metallics usually, and apart for threading the needle, I have had no problems using it so far. I hate lots of Country Cottage charts, some of them their early ones I believe, so if there are any you're searching for let me know and I might have them here that I've already stitched.

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+Lisa S Hi Lisa! Thank you so much, it was great to stitch along with you ;) I've always been into crafty things.... I made fabric covered photo frames and tissue boxes many years ago, so I guess it's always been in my blood. I'm not very inventive to think up things for myself, but I can follow instructions really well :) You're going to love her blog... it's amazing and so very inspirational! I hope one day to have as many gorgeous FFO's as she does. I hope that 2016 is going to be your year for completing those finished projects into beautiful ornaments you can enjoy :) So glad you liked the pin stitch - it's wonderful isn't it? My only regret is not searching for it many years ago... would have helped me out so much. I just knew there would be others like me that hadn't seen it before, so I'm happy to share it around and make others' lives easier ;) Yes, love my PTB.... just wish it was cheaper here in Australia. So many resellers charge ridiculous prices! Oh, thank you very much for the offer! I'm actually hoping to get a lot of my stash used up this year (well I hope to make a dent in it, anyway) before they turn into those projects that you end up wondering why you ever bought it lol! I have so many things that I fell in love with and bought, only to put them aside for other things.... but then I guess we're all guilty of that. So I have more than enough to get me by for a long while yet, but thank you anyway.... I just need to stay away from eBay hahaha! Take care hun and happy stitching :) x

[@justchellebee2425]

Congrats on your finishes. I don't know if you've ever watched any of my videos, but on my very 1st one, I showed the Cross Stitch Crazy Certified piece you showed here that I had finished. I plan on putting mine in a little frame & putting it in my craft room. I also did one that was in the same magazine that I got the design out of (Cross Country Stitching Magazine) that says I Love Cross Stitch, which I plan on also hanging in there too. Good luck in 2016 with your plans, & happy new year. 😊

[@suzyxstitcher]

+GingerbreadStitcher11 Carolyn was right I want the cross stitch crazy pattern but can't find it :( ..do you remember what date was on the magazine you found it on ..maybe I can track that down ty

[@justchellebee2425]

+suzy xstitcher I just looked through my stack of Cross Country Stitching magazines, & luckily it was the first one on top (I have them in chronological order, lol). It's on pg. 23 of the Sept./Oct. 1991 issue. I stitched both that one & the "I Love Cross Stitch" one that's on the same pg. (I showed both of them finished in my 1st video.) Hope you can find it. 😊

[@suzyxstitcher]

+GingerbreadStitcher11 TY I finally found it but when I clicked add to my cart ..nothing happened...it was for those charts from that page...the magazine issue I couldn't find...so I have emailed them to see if still avail and maybe a technical glitch will keep you updated ty again

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+GingerbreadStitcher11 Hi! Thanks for letting me know about your videos... I've now subscribed :) But I must warn you that I'm sooooo far behind in watching them, so it may take me awhile. I really look forward to seeing that one stitched up though, sounds lovely :) Happy New Year to you and yours also :) x

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+suzy xstitcher So sorry hun, I knew there would be someone :( Did you manage to locate the chart okay?

[@PyrexStitches]

Yes! Lets do Celtic Christmas when you've finished your Mira - that will work for me. Should take you til maybe June do you think? I should be done Battle of Hastings and/or my AAN Butterfly by then easy so I'll make room for her in my rotation too. xxx

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+Pyrex Stitches Sounds good! Yes I think 6 months is a good time frame to aim for. She's much bigger than my last Mira, so it's tricky to judge. I'm so looking forward to doing it along with you ;) Happy Stitching :) x

[@dianajones256]

I'm working a wedding picture on a frame that can't turned over to end threads Do you have a idea how I end these threads from the top of the picture?

[@lifewithk_yt]

Oh, my God! I didn't remember you had stitches Twas the Night, by Sue Hillis! I got it ready for my Twas the Night year, 2024 😊❤ (Yes, I'm rewatching this 😊🤗 ) Also, Sheep Virtues have been on my "priority list" forever, stitched in a similar way woth Sheep in the Meadow. Gotta make it fit soon, somehow 😋

[@TheFlosstubeStitcher]

Oh this is an old video 😂😂. Twas the Night stitched up beautifully but it’s still not framed 😟. Sheep Virtues is still on my “one day” list. 🥰

[@CherylTheWaysideStitcher]

Carolyn, would you be so kind as to list the treasure braid conversions for the Oz charts, if you have the time?

[@TheFlosstubeStitcher]

+Cheryl TheWaysideStitcher I'll list them in my January update video, that I'll be filming today. But for a quicker reference for you, here's what I'm using.... Light Effects on left, PTB on right :) E3821 - PB03 E168 - PB04 E415 - PB70 E135 - PB15 E703 - PB52 E699 - PB20 E818 - PB206 E321 - PB07 E316 - PB13 E3837 - PB11 The only one I couldn't convert was E317 because there wasn't a shade close enough in the PTB range that I liked. So I figured, that using just 1 shade of Light Effects wouldn't kill me lol! Happy stitching :) x

[@maryjoobrienmoulding6298]

I love your videos! You are a Beautiful soul.........I wish I could come to your home for a week and catch some of your stitchy bug! I have Santa's village in the works I'm doing it on a polka dot linen that I got the idea from Shepherds Bush( I live very near it) I just don't stitch I want to I don't know why? By the time I think of it I'm tired. I guess! Who knows.I also have the sheep virtues kitted up ready to go. I want to buy the Twas the night before Xmas one as soon as possible. I love that piece I'd love to do it on the fabric you used.I just need to stitch! I also want now to do the Lizzie Kate family one you have the pattern for my son and his little family! so so cute. You blow me away with your stitching! And organization and videos.Happy New Year to you.

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+MaryJo Mouldimg Thank you so much MaryJo. Wouldn't be great to catch up with everyone in real life?.... I'd absolutely love that! Maybe you're just overthinking it... I do that too! My suggestion is, don't think about it... just get it out and start doing it. Maybe once you've started it, the stitchy bug will return in full force! Sounds like we have similar taste in designs :) Would love to hear you report back that you've started something and stitching on it every night ;) x

[@pamford6078]

I'm addicted to cross stitch and to you, lol. I stayed up last night to 12:30 so I could finish watching your video. So much to keep in mind and learn and just drool over. I was so excited to find out you are doing the Oz characters because I'm doing them now. I'm only doing 8 of them since they mean the most to me. Unfortunately I ordered the DMC light effects and just hate them. I got some Treasure Braid to replace some of them. Where did you get your conversion card, I need one of them badly. So far I've done Scarecow, Dorothy and am working on Tin man. Tin man is about 80% metallics and I think I've goofed up on him because I can't decide what braid to use or how many strands. I'm doing them on 1 piece of fabric. I love your gingerbread houses. You give me lots to think about. Happy New Year to you and family

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+Pam Ford Wow that is dedication.... thank you SO much! That is probably normal for me to stay up until that time, although I really regret it every single morning lol! Aren't those Oz characters simply adorable? I love them to bits... I just want to stitch all of them up right now, but I've commited to the year long SAL and must be patient (what's that lol). Yes, I don't like the DMC light effects either. I came to that conclusion while using them on my Save The Stitches project :( .....They're evil! I got my PTB conversion card from Nordic Needle. It's item no #15059A Color Card - Treasure Braid Petite and it cost $16.75US. I found their PTB to be well priced too, at $2.75US each. I'll probably be using them for future purchases of PTB unless I find somewhere closer. I'm doing Scarecrow next, and so looking forward to him - he looks so cute with that straw sticking out :) I wasn't sure how many strands to use on Dorothy either, but I opted for 2 strands in the end because the coverage looked a little better and I was quite happy for these designs to be REALLY sparkly :) Are you on IG Pam? If not, can you tag me next time you post them on FB?.... I'd really love to see them, especially all together on one piece. Happy New Year to you and yours also :) x

[@jennyliz3107]

Hi Carolyn, I'm fairly new to stitching, but am quickly totally in love. Many years ago (probably 30 insert shame face) I started a couple of projects, a tapestry and a cross stitch, which I am now going to dig out and complete! You have inspired me to pick up where I left off! Am currently stitching a birth record for a friend, and hope to have it completed within the month! Deadline is the christening, might be a push but I'll do my best. I have a question though, how shall I clean it before framing? Thanks for your advice! I really enjoy trolling through your videos, you have so much experience and your followers, is a joy to open my iPad each day and tune in!

[@TheFlosstubeStitcher]

+Jeanette Whitmore Hi Jeanette and welcome! I'm so happy to hear that I've inspired you to finish your unfinished projects... there is no greater feeling than when you finally complete something that's been bugging you for a long time. If your project is on plain fabric using DMC threads, you can wash it. I follow the guidelines according to the dmc website and I have never had any problems with washing my projects. www.dmc-usa.com/Education/How-To/Care-and-Wash/Care-and-Wash-Cross-Stitch.aspx If, however, you are using hand-dyed fabrics or hand-dyed threads, I DO NOT recommend washing at all, because they are not colourfast and the colours will run. I heard a good little tip that you can use to check that the colours won't run before washing (although I haven't tried it myself). Slightly dampen a cotton ball and lightly dab it on the thread at the rear of your work. If any colour comes off onto the cotton ball, then the thread is not colourfast and will run. As I said, I haven't tried this idea yet, but it sounds safe enough to give it a try if you need to. I wish you all the very best in getting the birth record finished... what an amazing gift! Happy stitching :) x

[@jennyliz3107]

+Carolyn Mazzeo thanks for the tips, I really appreciate the help!

[@TheFlosstubeStitcher]

Jeanette Whitmore My pleasure :) x

[@taraward3167]

Hi Carolyn, I just received Sue Hillis' Twas the Night as a Mother's Day gift from my son. 💖 He included all the called for threads (Sullivan's) and the called for fabric (30 ct Light Khaki linen). I remembered you had stitched this piece and just rewatched your videos about it. I know you changed out the gold border colors for DMC 3821 on the inner border and Petite Treasure Braid PB01 for the outer border, using 1 strand. Since I am not using an opalescent fabric like you did, do you think 1 strand of PB01 would still be nice, or would you tend to use 2 strands? Also you said you had bought 4 cards of PB01...did that end up being enough while using 1 strand? I always so appreciate your opinion and advice. Absolutely LOVE your videos! Thank you!

[@jillipepper5353]

Quite a year for you, amazing amount of finishes! Congratulations and can't wait to see the new projects coming in 2016. You didn't include your videos in your list of accomplishments, especially the tutorials, they take a lot of time , preparation and editing to do. Could you give me the name of the Canadian guy you got the petite treasure braid from, Sam but I'm not sure how to spell the last name. Hope you have a lovely time for New Years, my son in law got me a hotel room with a hot tub for the night. I'm going to Lush to get some lovely products and just relax and Spa myself. lol I'll be overlooking the harbour where the fireworks will be going off and I will get some lovely food from room service to treat myself. I can't wait!

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+jillipepper5353 Thank you so much! Yes I guess I should have included them... but then everyone would think I didn't have a life .... apart from work and stitching, I guess I don't lol! The eBay seller is "samdaggit", but just a word of warning..... he/she (not sure which) is running down his/her stock of PTB and won't be stocking it anymore :( So get what you can now. I found the prices to be very cheap... especially considering what Aussie stores sell it for! Oh I'm drooling over your NYE plans... hope you had an amazing time, I'm sure you did. Happy stitching :) x

[@grandsewb5452]

I have good reader and can't seem to get to play bingo I get the select area not the dobbing(?) effect. Could you tell me how to get so when I highlight it dobs instead of select a certain amount of symbols?

[@TheFlosstubeStitcher]

+Grandsew B Hi there, I just answered your question on the original post... sorry for the late response. Hope my answer helps :) x

[@trishalynn56]

Hello Carolyn, still loving your stuff. How many hours a day do you stitch? Does it interfere with your family. I was wondering if the married stitchers have hubby problems from the hobby. I started stitching when I was 15. I did it on and off and rarely finished anything. Now that Im retired I finally took it up again and am working slowly and I am finishing things. Ive been cross country stitching but going to do my first parking. Tent stitching doesnt appeal to me I think it doesn't cover the fabric to my liking. I have to say your lady in the bathtub look fabulous in tent parking! I am going to do the parking on a pattern I had done of my pit bull Dozer. I will send you a picture when Im done! Thank you for helping me learn more. I just wish I could stitch faster. Have you shown your equipment yet? Your hoops, stand, clamps and how to use them? I so want to learn more. Thank you Caralyn!

[@pattysmith9266]

Carolyn, WOW what a year of finishes and I thought I had done spectacular with 52, 71 WOW amazing and gorgeous everyone of them. I looked for the ebay seller you got the PTB from my local needle work shop is really expensive and ever since stitching my Mickey Mouse with it, I LOVE it and want to get a few other colours to have on hand. I love the idea you are doing with the Virtue sheep it will be wonderful to see you progress on this one. I can't wait to see your progress on your Maynia New Year New Start I just posted my New Year New Start... you might like it lol. Also jumped into the deep end and made a video when you have time check it out :) Happiest of New Years to you and your family see you in 2016. Happy Stitching HUGE HUGS Patty BC Canada

[@TheFlosstubeStitcher]

+Patty Smith Hi Patty! You have done spectacular.... 52 is an amazing achievement!!!! Trust me when I say, I doubt that I'll ever have a year like that again.... it definitely wasn't planned to go that way lol! I'm so looking forward to starting the Sheep Virtues, but I have a few smaller ones I think I'll get out of the way first, because that one will take awhile. Looking forward to getting through some of my favourite stash items this year. So great to see you're doing videos.... I'm sooooooooo far behind on watching, that I've actually got out of the habit (slaps self on hand).... I've subscribed and I really look forward to watching very soon. Happy New Year to you and yours also.... Big hugs right back at ya! :) x

[@stitchyreevo9768]

Thanks for a wonderful video again. A wonderful portfolio of you amazing g work throughout 2015. Inspires me to get more stitching done to finish more. Think for me planning my time. which leads me onto in the video I see you showed a portfolio you bought for you projects. I liked this idea assuming that you were going to use it to file notes etc about different projects. I bought a haed lisa parker one. So I wondered if you could please share what sort of info you plan to store in your portfolio. As I hope to do the same as part of my new idea to plan more etc! plus the little cards you write up. Please could you send a pic of front & back so I see how you lay it out to fit all info on. You have my email or we chatted on messenger through Facebook. Do you plan to store this cards in your portfolio with details of the project?? Still not had a go at pinbroidery yet! will do! Thanks Carolyn! xxx

[@TheFlosstubeStitcher]

+Jane Louise Reeves Hi Jane! Thank you so much - it was a very unexpectedly productive year :) As far as my portfolio is concerned... I use the month per page plan to write which projects I'm working on each week eg Week 1 is my Santa's Village SAL as well as my Brooke's Books SAL. I also make notes here for any particular days I need to specifically do something, as it's my first go to page that I use as a general reminder. At the end of each week, I write the total hours I spent on a particular project (if I kept track of time.... I don't track time on all my projects). Then in the week per page view, I just make a note each note of which project I worked on, how many days I've currently been working on it, how much time I spent on it that night, and for my HAED I also note how many stitches I achieved that night. If had to frog a section, or make a note of something in particular regarding the project, I write that in this section also. So for example.... last night looked something like this: HAED Mini Bathtime.... Day 52.... 730 stitches... 4.22hrs. I also have an "Expenses" page for each month in my portfolio. I use this section to write my finishes and FFO's for the month. It includes the date, name of project and the Finish # or FFO # for the year. This is a new setup for me, as last year I actually kept 2 diaries... which got quite time consuming to constantly update them both. So it's going to be a bit of trial and error to see what I keep doing and what I actually change. I have good intentions with things, but sometimes I find it's not worth all the trouble, so I change it up. The project cards won't be stored in the portfolio (it's just really a diary) because I won't be able to shut it. Last year's cards just have a rubber band around them and have been stored in the drawer, now that the projects have been finished. When I'm working on a project, I keep the project cards in the front pocket of my plastic folder that contains the chart and color key, as well as any extra threads needed for the project. It stays there as a reminder to me of which SAL it's part of and notes that I like to make on my IG post occasionally. Can I send you through the photo's tomorrow on FB inbox, if that's ok? I've just managed to answer a few comments tonight before dinner and I'll have more time tomorrow afternoon, after the housework is done. If I haven't done it, just send me a reminder through FB inbox and I'll get it done. Sometimes things crop up and then I forget. Take care, and I'll chat with you soon :) x

[@sharonlisi821]

I'm loving your videos and and projects! I only found Flosstube a couple of months ago. I love it....everybody's videos and pictures! Sometimes I like it too much, buying too much. For instance I'm wondering if you could tell me what fabric you used for the Blue Dragon? My son loves dragons, he will absolutely love it. Thanks Carolyn!

[@TheFlosstubeStitcher]

+Sharon Lisi Thank you so much Sharon! I know exactly what you mean!.... My wish list has grown to unmanageable proportions due to other stitchers showing their amazing projects, but that makes it more fun. I stitched my Blue Dragon on 18ct Aida, but you can stitch it on whatever count you like. Just bear in mind that the thread amounts have been calculated for 25ct fabric, so if you use another other it will alter how much you need. Happy stitching :) x

[@sharonlisi821]

+Carolyn Mazzeo Thanks so much, Carolyn. I'll keep that in mind.

[@coleenperkins495]

Wonderful!!

[@TheFlosstubeStitcher]

+Coleen Perkins Thank you :) x

[@sashakostenko9153]

Congrats on all your beautiful finishes this year. I love watching your videos and have been marathon watching through them while stitching. I've gotten back into stitching this year and your videos and flosstube have motivated me to start and finish more projects. I was just wondering what is the shipping like with 123stitch? Since I live in New Zealand and there isn't much range/choice for cross stitch patterns and kits. Thanks :).

[@TheFlosstubeStitcher]

+Sasha Kostenko Thank you so much Sasha, so happy that I can motivate you to do more. I absolutely adore 123stitch. Their service is second to none, in my honest opinion. My orders are always shipped promptly and I receive them within 2 weeks of ordering, whereas some others overseas have taken longer. They also keep me well updated during the whole progress. Although I don't find the shipping expensive, I do tend to do bulk orders these days to get the most out of the shipping costs, which appear to not go over $20AU (and I've gotten a lot within those type of orders). Hope that helps :) x

[@pamford6078]

How can I get in touch with you. I tried several things but no luck

[@TheFlosstubeStitcher]

+Pam Ford Hi Pam, so sorry you've had trouble contacting me. Are you able to send me a PM on FB? I haven't been on FB for about a week, but I'll look out for your message ;)

[@UNhp32]

Интересное видео!

[@grandsewb5452]

You can just buy new blades for that rotary cutter if you like it enough

[@TheFlosstubeStitcher]

+Grandsew B Oh yes I know that, but I really don't like the whole thing. I have now received my new cutter and I LOVE it!!!! So much easier to use, and safer too :) x

[@avismcdaniel1503]

Great video Carolyn. You do amazing work! Carolyn, I just posted a video for a request for stitcher's and flosstuber's can you please look at it? Thank You.

[@TheFlosstubeStitcher]

+Avis McDaniel Thank you so much! I have added it to my watch later list.... so behind on watching my videos :( Hopefully I'll get back to you soon :) x

[@suzyxstitcher]

Well now I am upset can't find Cross Stitch Crazy :( lol shame on you . But then Thank you for turning me onto Linda Coleman ....she is now my 3rd favorite...love Gloria & Pat Precious Moments.. and Paula Vaughn

[@TheFlosstubeStitcher]

+suzy xstitcher Oh damn, I just knew I'd upset someone.... so sorry! Keep an eye on eBay... I'm sure it's one of those mags that's bound to pop up from time to time. Linda's designs are great, I agree... and Paula Vaughan has her own magazine holder at my house :) take care and happy stitching :) x

[@suzyxstitcher]

No problem. I am not upset. Hey I want to thank you. You also turned me onto Paula Vaughn. Now for me to decide which of her many designs to do...That may take longer than it will to finish it..LOL

[@TheFlosstubeStitcher]

+suzy xstitcher Her designs are gorgeous aren't they? I have quite a few now, that I've collected over the 20 years... of course I intended on stitching every one I bought! I still have only done the 2 so far, but you never know when the desire to stitch another one will arise :)