FlossTube #16 / What is the right way to cross stitch?

[@distaff2935]

Thank you! I finally get it. Love the content of your channel. "Saved" for when my kit arrives. :)

[@deboracarroll6083]

Your videos are always like attending a master class. Thank you so much!

[@JeanFarishNeedleworks]

You are so welcome!

[@mitzibud6908]

One of my COVID-19 blessings is finding Flosstube!! You and your stitchy friends have provided so much comfort in some very dark days. Thank you!

[@JeanFarishNeedleworks]

Wonderful!

[@poppies1215]

I always stitch happy when I view your Saturday tutorials. I especially like the close up linen work that helps me learn new ways to stitch. Thank you!🧵🪡💖

[@theresacolbeck2808]

What I like about your videos is that they are not too long and are very clear and direct to the point. I truly enjoy watching them. I learned to cross stitch the Danish way 30 years ago and even today it annoys me if I do a stitch in the wrong direction. But lately, I find it practical to use all 3 of them, if that makes my life easier. Still, it is hard to give up on a perfect back that the Danish stitch gives. Even using the other ways, my work will show 80% Danish stitch and a mix of the others when and where needed. Thank you for doing it and enjoying it as well.

[@JeanFarishNeedleworks]

Sounds like a good plan!

[@marynelson6951]

Thank you for demonstrating the three basic methods, I find that I use all three in many of my stitching patterns. Will send an email, I am curious and excited to learn more for this wonderful craft. I have loved the idea of taking a blank piece of fabric and transforming into a design that is pleasing to my eye and to the person I gift many of my patterns. Have a wonderful weekend and stay safe and stitch what you love.

[@JeanFarishNeedleworks]

Thanks for your good wishes and thanks for watching!

[@sarahpatedaniell619]

Iris Rivera, I think we all feel the same about Jean and her teaching. One of the things I like Jean is that you are continually giving grace to all stitcher's, no matter if we use aida or 40 ct linen. Whether we use DMC or Silk. I stitch because it brings me so much joy and I admire so many of the samplers that were not really popular in the early 80's, of course most of what I did then was baby gifts and such. Jean, thank you for demonstrating all three of the cross stitches. I used to do English method, but now find I enjoy the Victorian stitch...it just seems more natural for me. Thank you for all your time and preparation for each of these video - you are an amazing teacher!

[@JeanFarishNeedleworks]

Thanks for being a part of this community!

[@grandmagreko]

I am home sick with flu,getting lil better and finally felt like watch something about cross-stitch. I have been so confused about how to stitch in linen. Well let me say. You have been the ONLY one to thoroughly Explain how to cross stitching linen! Thank you so much for your teachings, truly enjoy your videos.

[@nancyallen1589]

Jean, I really appreciate that you demonstrated all three methods both with the sewing method and stab and pull. As much as I try, I don't feel comfortable using the sewing method although you make it look so easy. I look forward to your Flosstubes on Saturday, Thank you.

[@JeanFarishNeedleworks]

Keep on doing what feels best to you!

[@r.yvettewyble8021]

I love the way you show and explain in the tutorials like this one. Please continue to do so because I learn so much.

[@JeanFarishNeedleworks]

Thank you! Will do!

[@graylagran7443]

I really appreciate the last part of this video. Just explore. There’s no right or wrong. Enjoy the process. ❤️

[@divinecriationranch840]

I’m so glad I found your channel. I’ve learned so much. Thank you for sharing.

[@JeanFarishNeedleworks]

You are so welcome!

[@nancynygren3347]

Thank you for your videos! I’ve stitched for 40 years and just learned from this video that I stitch all 3 of the basic methods. I’ve mostly been an Aida stitched but have now tried linen and love it. Thanks for the encouragement. Can’t wait to see what you’ll teach me next.

[@JeanFarishNeedleworks]

Wonderful!

[@sharoncollins5230]

Another wonderful stitching video. I learned that I stitch Danish, English and victorian. Yep all 3 ways is how I go. I am also self taught.

[@JeanFarishNeedleworks]

Wonderful!

[@bettyechristain9711]

I so enjoyed your instruction and encouragement. I always feel enlightened and motivated after one of your videos. Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge with us. One of the great things about the stitching family is the atmosphere of giving, instructing, and kind encouragement to anyone in need of it without the expectation of anything in return

[@jenniveveliverpool8559]

Enjoy watching and learning more about cross stitch , I live in England so I learn the English way but nice to see other ways 🙏🏽🌹

[@JeanFarishNeedleworks]

Thanks for watching!

[@naomibologna1614]

Wow! This is the video I needed. I've ONLY ever worked on Adia. I've picked up stitching again after being away for decades before KZbin. It's a different world now from just my choices of Dimension kits from Michaels years ago. I've been getting up my confidence of trying Linen and I did buy a piece that I can practice on (just like you said). I subscribed and I'm going to watch all your videos while I'm stitching as a Master Class of sorts. You have a great way of teaching e.g. great voice and nice pace. I appreciate it. Can't wait to watch more and look for your out-of-print lettering books. So glad I found you. Naomi from RI

[@nancyl.gessner475]

Jean, You always give ‘stitch confidence’ to what we do. Thank you for these videos!

[@JeanFarishNeedleworks]

You are so welcome!

[@trduesing4117]

Wonderful lesson! I have so much more confidence to just try cross stitch for the first time.

[@JeanFarishNeedleworks]

You can do it!

[@m00nwise]

Jean, first time watching you. I thoroughly enjoyed it and will come back for more. I love to learn, self taught on many subjects. Today I learned the way my grandmother teached me cross stitch 45 years ago is the Victorian way.

[@JeanFarishNeedleworks]

It's so special that you learned from your grandmother!

[@Merrcraw15]

Great video and explanation of the cross-stitch and herringbone stitch. Thank you. Happy Stitching!

[@JeanFarishNeedleworks]

Thanks for watching!

[@katieerwin6473]

You are a lovely person! Thank you for your genuine encouragement!

[@JeanFarishNeedleworks]

Thank you so much!

[@sherrymilen4172]

I'm very glad I found you. So informative!

[@judyl3492]

This was so informative. Learn every time and enjoy it so much. Thanks

[@JeanFarishNeedleworks]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@bethmonahan9498]

This is my first time watching you and I've learned so much! You are a wonderful teacher and I look forward to more episodes!

[@JeanFarishNeedleworks]

Welcome!

[@desmondfox4602]

Instablaster

[@rebeccajourney3183]

Too funny, this was recommended by flosstube and I just happened to watch on April 9th, 2023! I've always stabbed and poked but wanted to learn to do the sewing method. It looks as if its best accomplished without a hoop. I've always used a hoop.

[@vixxcottage]

Wow! This just came up in my feed. I learned from a co-worker cross stitching in my 20s in the 80s. Never knew about consistency with stitches. Very few fabric choices then. So happy today we have flosstube. You are a GREAT teacher. Thanks 😊

[@wandapotts9320]

I think your flosstubes are fabulous. I have been stitching since I was 16 and have done things certain ways and now I know the why of it. I evidently use all three types of stitches on certain pieces depending on what it is - fill- in, single rows or stitches and was not aware of the names of the styles. I have often wondered if I was stitching 'the right way'. I find your 'tutorials', if you will, to be informative, interesting and oh so helpful. I feel I a have learned quite a bit from you and I love the fact that you provide a little bit of history about certain stitches, fabrics, styles, etc. Thank you so much for sharing your love and knowledge of textiles, cross stitch and the whole lot.

[@JeanFarishNeedleworks]

Thanks so much for your comments and thanks for watching!

[@debramckenzie266]

Learning so many wonderful things! Thank you

[@JeanFarishNeedleworks]

You are so welcome!

[@maryf461]

I am just now finding your floss tube. It is wonderful. The demonstrations are especially helpful. Your voice is so calming. It is a pleasure to watch and listen to you.

[@daydreamstitcher2020]

I am happy to find your channel! I have been cross-stitching for 30+ yrs, and still learning so much! Thank you for sharing your knowledge with us.

[@JeanFarishNeedleworks]

You are so welcome!

[@daisysew1417]

Thoroughly enjoyed. Never too old to learn and enjoy. Thank you.

[@JeanFarishNeedleworks]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@nannettmcdougal-dykes9339]

I learn so much watching you.....I'm useing it in Christian Henry Sampler 1816...it will be one of the last stitches i put in....I stitch in hand and I don't want to ruffle it all up....thanks again ...take care and be safe

[@JeanFarishNeedleworks]

Enjoy!

[@debraschultz9246]

Thank you Jean so much for your time, I have been stitching for a long time but so enjoy all your tutorials whether I know the stich or not because it really is helping me refine my stitching and yes giving me the confidence to approach new projects with the knowledge you have so graciously shared.

[@JeanFarishNeedleworks]

Wonderful!

[@divinecriationranch840]

I’m so glad I found your channel. I’m new to cross stitch and you have helped me so much. Thank you.

[@JeanFarishNeedleworks]

You are so welcome!

[@karinhampton6280]

THANK YOU for the wonderful suggestions about what to consider when adding name/date info to a finished piece, it was JUST what I needed to know! Thank you also for your very positive and supportive attitude as you teach us more about this amazing craft that we all enjoy.

[@JeanFarishNeedleworks]

You are so welcome! Thanks for asking the question.

[@carollorion5130]

Jean, I so appreciate your teaching us the herringbone stitch. It’s such a nice way to stitch. I am a self taught stitcher and I start my cross stitch left top and down to bottom right and have been doing it for so long its my natural way.

[@JeanFarishNeedleworks]

Sounds great!

[@lindabrick2812]

I also look forward to your Saturday video :). I enjoy learning everything about this wonderful hobby of mine. And your instructions are so clear that when I try a new stitch or technique, I’m more confident because I have your instruction right there with me. Thank you!

[@JeanFarishNeedleworks]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@happihook1581]

Crosstitching has become a pleasure since I no longer fret about how the backs looks because I have used a combination of those stitches not even knowing they had names. I love your teaching style and enjoy all your videos.

[@JeanFarishNeedleworks]

You are so welcome!

[@robinsutton577]

Jean, I so look forward to your videos. You have a great teaching ability and are full of wisdom!💖

[@JeanFarishNeedleworks]

Thank you so much!

[@eileend5025]

Another fabulous video! Thank you so much Jean. I am KZbin taught (LOL), as I have told you previously I just started cross stitch. I have actually completed 2 charts. Working on my 3rd. Have 2 kitted up (one is your Hearts Come Home SAL). I find myself wanting to do them all! LOL However, I am trying to do one at a time so I can gain confidence as I do larger and more difficult pieces. I have found that cross stitch is a relaxing and stress reducing craft that I can do during any downtime while at work.

[@JeanFarishNeedleworks]

There is a trend among a group of stitchers to have many, many projects going at once … like 20, 30, 40! … this leaves many new stitchers with the sense that this is the way to go and that it is somehow, what must be done to be a part of this community of needleworkers. For me, this is NOT normal and is not gratifying or even productive. It’s like going to a buffet and loading your plate with everything to the point where you enjoy nothing. (End of rant.) You are wise to focus on a project and use it to develop your stitching style and to hone your skills. Keep it up!

[@evahernandez4421]

Another great tutorial! I have learned so much. I'm self taught and had no idea that there are different variations to cross stitch. I am throughly enjoying your floss tube and your SAL. The first time I saw you turn your work upside and started to stitch, I was in awe. Thank you so much!

[@JeanFarishNeedleworks]

You are so welcome!

[@gperdue6230]

As always, we are all better stitchers because of you. Thank you!

[@JeanFarishNeedleworks]

Wow, thank you!

[@Kitkat-mn5ud]

Thank you for doing these videos. I am working on my second linen piece. I always used Aida for counted work. Which I learned the basics from a teach yourself to cross stitch book from Walmart. I learned embroidery from my stepmom when I was between 8 and 10 years old. I laid it down and went to sewing barbie clothes by hand. Pickup cross stitching about 25 years old. I soon got bored because I was not finding anything I wanted to do in the kits. With the books it was really hard to find materials...because I didn't know about stitch shops only big box stores. But now I have found places for supplies and charts... lol my bank account doesn't like it lol but I do. Thank you for teaching us how to do embroidery stitches on the counted 😀

[@dianeflowers6702]

Another great floss tube!

[@JeanFarishNeedleworks]

Thank you! 😊

[@ilonayesensky4340]

You are a great teacher. I do feel intimidated when trying to learn new stitches but you make them sound so easy to do. I hope some day to be as good a stitcher as you.

[@JeanFarishNeedleworks]

You can do it!

[@suedial387]

Jean I love your videos. For an old stitcher I'm learning so many thing. Thank you.

[@JeanFarishNeedleworks]

You are so welcome!

[@deannatobias9401]

Watching the Masters is not as exciting as watching Jean Farris. Thanks for saving me from so much golf! I would be interested in Zooming with you. I will send an emai! Thanks for the great video!

[@JeanFarishNeedleworks]

Oh my! Golf does make for good background when stitching, though!

[@deborahburdzy5480]

I'm so excited to have found you! You are a delight. And yes, I feel excited and not nearly so nervous about starting a Christmas stocking for my first grandbaby (girl). AND I'm feeling very hopeful about learning a little more on more complicated projects. You have encouraged me and inspired me. Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge. I'm so grateful.

[@beckyhardy7090]

Hi Jean! I just found your videos. Just watched the one on the three types of cross stitches and the herringbone. I appreciate your method of teaching and stitching examples for us. I live in the Clemmons area and somehow think you may be nearby. Wishing you the best, and I look forward to learning more about your designs, and learning some stitching ideas from you. Becky Hardy, Lewisville, NC

[@carlenehall2979]

🤗 Thank you Jean, always enjoy the visit!

[@JeanFarishNeedleworks]

Me, too!

[@lindamcgrew3385]

You are so knowledgeable,love your videos! Thank you for sharing

[@melissaj8384]

Thank you so much for the explanation of the different ways to cross stitch. And the herringbone, love it. I'm going to use it wherever I can. It so pretty and easy and saves a step. Thank you for sharing your knowledge! I look forward to watching more of your videos!

[@JeanFarishNeedleworks]

You are so welcome!

[@mariahartsfield5467]

Thank you so much for providing all of us with your knowledge. I just started The Hare & The Rabbit. Thanks for sharing herringbone stitch.

[@JeanFarishNeedleworks]

You are so welcome!

[@SpunkyGirl107]

Thank you I plan on practicing the herringbone stitch. Your encouraging words are so welcomed.

[@JeanFarishNeedleworks]

You can do it!

[@idrivera64]

Hi, my name is Iris Rivera and I’m from Puerto Rico first time viewer and I need to say, loved it. Love your way you talk and the way you explain things. Will love to take your zoom class too. I’m going to keep up with all your other floss tube so I could keep learning. I used to cross stitch many years ago, then picked up again thanks to the pandemic and I have to say I getting in love with it again. I’m a quilter and knitter and I wish there was enough hours of the day that can do them all. My time zone is eastern time but we don’t change time when day light saving time starts so right now I’m one hour ahead of eastern time, like I said will love to take the zoom class preferably any week day before 3:00 pm. Thanks for the opportunity and stay safe

[@JeanFarishNeedleworks]

Thanks for watching!

[@kathbower1585]

This is the first of your videos I’ve watched and I’d like to say how much enjoyed it. So much in fact I’m going to go and watch the others. Looking forward to the next one.

[@JeanFarishNeedleworks]

Welcome aboard!

[@sarahussery5868]

Thank you so-o-o much for the Victorian cross. I've been stitching for a long time and I didn't even know that it existed. It's a definite game changer for me. It's so fast! I absolutely love it. Love your videos. ♥️♥️♥️

[@JeanFarishNeedleworks]

You are so welcome!

[@candigordon3591]

Thank you again for yet another learning session for me. I appreciate everything you cover in your Flosstubes. I have to mention that your eyes are so very pretty. Happy stitching!💕

[@JeanFarishNeedleworks]

Thanks for the compliment! And thanks for watching, too!

[@beckyacosta3241]

I’m finding that I like the Danish Method for laying two threads nicely. I want to try Victorian. Your tutorials are amazing! Jean you are a gifted Teacher!! Thank you!!

[@JeanFarishNeedleworks]

You are so welcome!

[@MelissaStitches]

Thanks Jean for another excellent teaching video. I use the long herringbone stitch for stitching down hems on skirts.

[@JeanFarishNeedleworks]

It has so many applications.

[@sandyp2485]

I just now found your channel and subscribed right after watching this video. Now I'll have to go back and watch all the other videos. I've had a needle in my hand since I was about six years old, but even us old dogs (I'm retired now) can learn new tricks. Thank you for demonstrating the various methods. I usually stitch the Danish way and sometimes the other ways as the need arises. I didn't know that there was a Victorian method; I thought it was just some mutt thing I'd worked out in my head. As a youngster, I learned all sorts of interesting stitches. It was great fun find one and share it with my sisters or mother. We'd embroider handkerchiefs or pillowcases or other small household goods. As a young adult, cross stitch began taking over the stitching world and all those fun stitches languished in my memory. I put stitching aside to rear my son (who's now married with children of his own). Now that I have more time, I can do more than one project every few years (being single is not one big party...) and I am delighted to find that there are now charts available like The Queen's Sampler (just getting ready to start that) and other historical samplers that make use of the vast array of special stitches that make stitching so much fun for me. All that was to say thank you for showing other stitches that are so lovely and not at all hard to work. These add so much to a piece and often it's simple to replace an area of plain cross stitch --especially on a border--with something else to make the work personal and much prettier.

[@JeanFarishNeedleworks]

Thanks for sharing your thoughts. We old dogs need to stick together!

[@cathylloyd9225]

Lovely video! Thank you Jean! I'm self taught many years ago and found myself doing Shepherd's Bush kits where specialty stitches were the norm. Such fun!

[@JeanFarishNeedleworks]

Wonderful!

[@claraarellano5931]

Thank you Jean for a wonderful video. I love that you are willing to share your knowledge with us.

[@JeanFarishNeedleworks]

Thanks for watching!

[@ygsmith35]

Great to know the names of the different stitches I use to do cross stitch.

[@JeanFarishNeedleworks]

Thanks for watching!

[@maryh3969]

Jean, I am amazed at the information I learn from your videos. I want to do a SAL with you. I think it would be fun.

[@JeanFarishNeedleworks]

Sounds great!

[@krankywitch]

Thank you, lots of great information. I do Victorian! That makes sense as my mum taught me needlework and she was a Victorian era lady. I didn’t know there was any difference as I’ve never seen the back of anyone else’s work.

[@JeanFarishNeedleworks]

Glad it was helpful!

[@bjbullock8792]

I enjoy your teaching & am interest in the hare & the basket.

[@JeanFarishNeedleworks]

Wonderful! (I think I got your email ... unless there's another BJ Bullock!)

[@pamwright5126]

Can’t thank you enough for your instruction! Wonderful! Thanks for sharing

[@JeanFarishNeedleworks]

You are so welcome!

[@nicolecrous3217]

Hello from South Africa. Thanks so much, this was super as I am rather new to this amazing craft.

[@JeanFarishNeedleworks]

Hello world! I love how needlework brings us together!

[@FluffyTurtles]

I learned the Victorian from your videos and have been using it. I love it. I recently finished a piece that had a staggered board that was slow and frustrating to stitch. I kept trying different ways to get it stitched. I wish I had known the Herringbone! I'll definitely be using it. Thank you.

[@JeanFarishNeedleworks]

There's always more to learn and future projects with opportunities to apply the new knowledge :)

[@danielleboots7032]

I went and checked in my collection. I only have four of your books. Lil’ Folks, and three alphabet books. The Irving- Munson, the Alphabet Treasury and Abecedary, the third collection. Thank you for your work. Also, I appreciate what you said about a doodle cloth. I never thought about that. I am a knitter and we do gauge swatches and practice a particular stitch before we dive into a project. The same can be said for cross stitch, practice first. Thanks again!

[@JeanFarishNeedleworks]

Yes, knitters take it for granted that practice swatch is a necessary step. Needleworkers could do with some of that discipline!

[@susanearl9769]

Jean, I so look forward to Saturday’s with you. These floss tubes are like taking a Masters class. You are so calming and it’s like having a friend to stitch with in these trying and often lonesome times. I’m new to stitching on linen. I am using a hoop as I find the Zwiegart 28 count distorts when I’m stitching, making it difficult to always ensure the right place to enter or exit the linen. Any suggestions? Also I am curious about you stitching space, in particular lighting. Do you have any recommendations. Thanks for all you are doing.

[@JeanFarishNeedleworks]

Using a hoop is a fine way to stitch. I am too lazy and too impatient to use one :) I have three stitching "nests" and I have a floor lamp set up at each spot ... I have been blessed with good eyesight so far ... so I don't have anything really special. One is a lamp from IKEA, one is an Ott (I used a coupon at Joann's), and one is a Tao Tronics. I don't think I spent more than $40-50 for any one of them.

[@renabrown851]

I haven't miss one yet. So much to learn Thank you.😉

[@JeanFarishNeedleworks]

So nice of you. Thanks for watching!

[@gia8070]

I enjoyed learning about signing "best practices" - another great video

[@JeanFarishNeedleworks]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@diannemiller6911]

Love this video....you show the stitches very well! I have done these stitches before when working on linen. I love working on linen but my eyes don't. Thank you.

[@JeanFarishNeedleworks]

You are so welcome!

[@AmyLouiseDens]

I appreciate your teaching method! Thanks!

[@JeanFarishNeedleworks]

Thank you!

[@charj57]

Thank you for your videos, I learn something from each.

[@JeanFarishNeedleworks]

Glad to hear it!

[@catherinestiele7153]

Thank you for the demonstrations, so appreciate them.

[@JeanFarishNeedleworks]

Glad you like them!

[@maryanncasale87]

Thank you, Jean! Excellent as usual!!

[@JeanFarishNeedleworks]

My pleasure!

[@kerrynickson3559]

Thank you. I do love to learn and will try the herringbone stitch on my sampler.

[@JeanFarishNeedleworks]

Wonderful!

[@kimmiller488]

Thank you for another excellent video! I always learn something new.

[@JeanFarishNeedleworks]

Glad to hear it!

[@gloriafagan712]

Thanks for your time and expertise Jean. Fantastic video, as always. I would definitely be interested in purchasing your pdf alphabets once you have converted your books. 💐

[@JeanFarishNeedleworks]

Working on it!

[@barbaramorrissey3657]

You never disappoint us with your skill and knowledge and we are so fortunate when you generously share that knowledge with us. I have used all three methods of stitching but never knew the names of the particular stitches, and realize I sometimes, do use them all in the same project. I hope you do put your alphabet books to pdf, I would love to add those to my pdf collection.

[@JeanFarishNeedleworks]

I appreciate that!

[@mrsbobbinlacer]

When my mom signed her work it was with her own written handwriting so I love when she did this because her hand was so different because she was left handed as am I, and you could not mistake it.

[@JeanFarishNeedleworks]

I'll bet that really made her pieces unique!

[@sandycostello1302]

Wonderful tutorial Jean! Thank you!! Sandy

[@JeanFarishNeedleworks]

You are so welcome!

[@joanne4191]

Just love your videos, I look forward to the SAL for the sampler, will that be available from your Etsy store. Or will it be a printed booklet.?stitch confidence... love ❤️ love ❤️ it 👏👏👏

[@JeanFarishNeedleworks]

It will be a printed chart pack in shops and a pdf chart pack in my Etsy store.

[@yvonnevigil7489]

Hi found this video because I am going to start a full coverage project. Going to see how I will stitch diagonal or type writer method but the X is what I need help. I make my crosses like this top right bottom left then bottom right top left. Help!

[@michellecole7028]

Love to learn, love your videos. In your opinion, does it matter how you cross if using variegated thread? I cross stitched years ago and then got into quilting for the last 25 yrs. Four years ago got back into cross stitch and so much had changed! Linen and variegated thread and silk. The consensus was to complete crosses with variegated thread. So happy that you look forward to making these videos because I am so happy to watch them! Love the idea of zoom classes with you. Love Jane Hattersley!

[@JeanFarishNeedleworks]

I think it matters ... if you want to see the gradual gradation, cross each stitch as you go. If you don't want to see the gradation, use the Danish method and do a row of half crosses, then go back and cross them. To me, the second method "muddies" the colors but some stitchers like the look.

[@JennyFleming]

I appreciate your advice on color choice for adding discreet initials or dates.

[@JeanFarishNeedleworks]

Glad it was helpful!

[@suetrask784]

I love the idea of the Zoom Class. I have a question....how are you able to see these tiny holes in these linen fabrics. Do you have a favorite magnifier that you use near your chair?

[@JeanFarishNeedleworks]

So far I have not needed a magnifier but I do wear powerful "readers" :)

[@60nonie]

Thank you for the explanation Jean.❤️

[@teresaboyer5707]

Jean, that was great! I think I finally understand how to do the herringbone stitch! (Shamefully confessing- I have never been able to do the diagonal herringbone stitch that is one of the first bands of Northern Needleworks diagonal band sampler. I may give it another try now that I understand the stitch better!). Thank you!

[@JeanFarishNeedleworks]

You are so welcome!

[@laurakelly492]

Love your teachings. Thank you!!

[@JeanFarishNeedleworks]

You are so welcome!

[@kandiebowen826]

I have a question about fancy floss. After you stitched a row with your floss stitch by stitch. Do you just go back the other direction. Like say you went left to right the first time would you work back right to left. Or would you cut your floss and start over at the left.

[@JeanFarishNeedleworks]

That's a good question! I generally only use the Victorian and English methods when I have a single row or when I am stitching letters so there is no back and forth. When there are multiple rows of a single color, the Danish method makes the most sense to me.

[@rebeccajourney3183]

And today, finishing up, I find you showed the herringbone, which I am doing to finish off my mini sampler.

[@susanannmilikas6748]

I would love to take a zoom class with you! You are a great teacher!

[@JeanFarishNeedleworks]

Thank you!

[@kathleenborn8067]

Hi Jean! How time flies by! I know you are one of the floss tubers that do discuss topics. Would you consider an in depth of needles? I have and I know others that also struggle. From breaking at the eye, different eye designs, platinum, ball, to finish of the needle wearing off. I have a needle that I love... but have no idea the brand and while I probably have 100 needles, I possess only one of the one that I love. Just a thought however it does bring frustration and maybe the needle makers will also take a listen. Thank You!

[@JeanFarishNeedleworks]

That's a good idea. I don't know a whole lot about needles but I can do some research.

[@joanna9620]

Stitch confidence. Love that term. ❤️

[@JeanFarishNeedleworks]

Go for it!

[@DistractedStitcher]

Just wow! I love the way you explain 'specialty' stitches. Will send email with information.

[@JeanFarishNeedleworks]

Yay, thank you!