FlossTube #2 - Old Samplers, New Samplers, a few Finishes and . . . A Gnome!

Not too short, not too long, but just right. Don’t pay any attention to my four-legged friend informing me that she wanted to be in the video too.
#askAnne - Tell me what questions you have about Gloriana for an upcoming episode.
‪@WilsonStitchCo‬ In Episode #1, Pam shows the travel case I made for the Stitch-con 2023 Smalls Exchange.
To order the "Sumptuous Stitches and Tiny Treasures..." book
www.amazon.com...
Janegreenoff.com - Finder of Treasures
www.pinnyandtunny.etsy.com - Sampler fabric project bags
www.mysisterssamplers.com - Where you can find the reproduction samplers from my sister and me.
Instagram - @mysisterssamplers
#baptoschoolSAL
#samplerseptembersoiree

[@pattyaltier7234]

You stitching is fabulous and that box your Dad made is beautiful!

[@StitchingInMyPajamas]

Thank you. I think so too and I love it. One of my treasures, for sure.

[@thehappyharehandwork]

Yay for episode 2!!!! It gets easier!

[@StitchingInMyPajamas]

I sure hope so! Thank you for the vote of confidence and thank you for watching!

[@red_river_stitcher]

I would love to hear all about Gloriana! I really enjoy seeing your beautiful stitching!

[@StitchingInMyPajamas]

Thank you very much and thank you for watching. I hope to be posting a Gloriana episode very soon. ❤

[@lesliereinhardt4908]

Beautiful work!! askAnn. Thank you for sharing!

[@StitchingInMyPajamas]

Thank you very much and thank you for watching. ❤️

[@lorettahenderson8979]

Beth...loved your beautiful casket...and all the information you shared...wishing you the best and happy stitching ❤❤

[@StitchingInMyPajamas]

Thank you so much and thank you for watching. ❤

[@gerisheehan2684]

Wonderfully informative video! Thx for sharing❤

[@StitchingInMyPajamas]

Thank you very much and thank you for watching. ❤

[@cindycstitches5310]

Thank you for another terrific video, Beth! I enjoyed it so much! Your stitching is amazing! Take care, and I’ll see you next time! 😊😊

[@StitchingInMyPajamas]

Thank you so much for your kind words and thank you for watching. ❤️

[@marilynferlitsch2003]

You have some beautiful Samplers in the works. The box your Dad made is gorgeous! Marilyn

[@StitchingInMyPajamas]

Thank you Marilyn, and thank you for watching. I agree, I love my box and it is such a treasure. ❤

[@onachilds4657]

I would love to hear about Gloriana threads #askAnn . Another interesting flosstube. Maybe mat board would work for your project... Your box and stitching is stunning!!! 😻

[@StitchingInMyPajamas]

Thank you very much and thank you for watching. I think may board is exactly what I will use. Thank you for your thoughts. ❤️

[@janetthurwangerfults2917]

Loved your video. The box your father made is a beautiful treasure!

[@StitchingInMyPajamas]

I agree. I love it too. 😘

[@pauletteharris5759]

Loved, loved Yellowstone! Would love to hear about Glorianna.

[@StitchingInMyPajamas]

I agree, Yellowstone is wonderful. With any luck, my next video will be on Gloriana. Stay tuned and thank you for watching. ❤

[@JaneandMolly5166]

Thanks for sharing! Another great video. I learned lots about the samplers you found! A history on Gloriana would be great!. Thanks!

[@StitchingInMyPajamas]

Thank you and thank you for watching. I'm glad you enjoyed the samplers. With any luck my next video will be with Gloriana. ❤

[@WilsonStitchCo]

Thank you so much for the shout out/mention! I love my sissors with fob and use them all the time. Your work is amazing and I love your flosstube! You are such a natural!

[@StitchingInMyPajamas]

Awwww, thank you Pam, and I’m thrilled you’re still enjoying your exchange pieces. Hope you’re doing well and thanks for watching! Hugs to you. ❤️

[@wandamccoll3739]

I so enjoyed your video!! Nerissa from Nerissa's Stitching Lifestyle mentioned you and I am so happy she did. I loved learning about the Hutterite samplers. Lucy Navier is absolutely spectacular!! Thanks so much and happy stitching!

[@StitchingInMyPajamas]

Thank you so much and thank you for watching! I hope to share more Hutterites in the future and I hope to finish Lucy one of these days. And thank you for letting me know where you heard about me. ❤

[@lanelles242]

Wonderful video, thank you for sharing information on Hutterite Samplers so fascinating, they are very pretty 😘 love Gloriana silk..please Ann would love to have you on🥰🧵🪡

[@StitchingInMyPajamas]

Thank you very much and thank you for watching. I'm glad you enjoyed the Hutterite Samplers and I hope to share more about them in another episode. And with any luck my next video will be with Anne from Gloriana. Stay tuned! ❤

[@countrygal854]

I also lived in Montana a great place. I drove through a couple years ago and it's grown a lot in different areas. I didn't know that Hutterites had samplers. I do miss their fresh bread They were such nice people when they would come into the western store and shop. Beautiful stitching and wips. Thank you for sharing.🧵🪡

[@StitchingInMyPajamas]

Montana is definitely home and the Hutterites were always very kind when we would visit too. If only I had known at that time when I was younger that they had these hidden treasures tucked away, I might have paid better attention. Oh, the things we learn when we grow up. Thank you for watching. ❤

[@countrygal854]

@@StitchingInMyPajamas So very true.

[@1856BrickHouse]

I would love to see a tutorial on the queen stitch. I haven't needed to do it yet, but I wouldn't shy away from it. Also would love to learn more about Gloriana. I have been able to buy them at my LNS when needed and they are fabulous threads.

[@StitchingInMyPajamas]

After what I hope to be is my next video featuring Gloriana I'm going to try and solve the tutorial video. Stay tuned for that because I want everyone to love and enjoy the Queen Stitch. Okay, maybe love is a stretch for some, but I don't want anyone to be afraid of it. Thank you for watching. ❤

[@sugarhillstitcher4084]

Enjoying your Flosstube videos. I have that same pair of pajamas that I wear at my quilt retreat where we all stitch in our pjs! 🤠❤️

[@StitchingInMyPajamas]

Thank you very much and thank you for watching! I'm glad that you also stitch in your pajamas and you can never have too many pairs! ❤

[@mihaela.929]

I have just discovered your channel and I found it interesting. To answer the question, yes, I would definitely be interested in tutorials about speciality stitches, there are not so many of them compared to the usual progress on wips videos. Happy stitching!

[@StitchingInMyPajamas]

Thank you very much for your interest in the tutorials and for watching. Once I figure out how to share tutorials I'm hoping to make them a regular feature.

[@donnabennett5106]

Such an enjoyable video,history of the Sampler fabrics,love your community box,have a good week,Thankyou for sharing 👍🇳🇿🪡❤️

[@StitchingInMyPajamas]

Thank you very much and thank you for watching. ❤️

[@lesliedurkin3352]

Wonderful video. I grew up near Hutterites in North Dakota and have visited their colony a few times. I’d like to go back and talk with them about stitching! Thanks for the information.

[@StitchingInMyPajamas]

Being from Montana we used to stop and get vegetables and what not from them. If I had only known at the time that they had all these treasures stored away I would have started looking for them sooner. Thanks for watching. ❤️

[@lazydaisyneedlework]

Happy to see you back for a second video. Your projects are all so beautiful! Curious about your project on the silk gauze - what size silk gauze are you using? I’ve been debating whether to stitch A Peacock, Unicorn & Badger on silk gauze or to stitch it on a colored linen and bypass the background. A big YES to having Ann on your show! Happy stitching, Monica

[@StitchingInMyPajamas]

Thank you! My silk gauze is 40ct. My friend Robert is doing his A Peacock… on silk gauze too and filling it in with green thread. I look forward to seeing yours! Thanks very much and thanks for watching.

[@juliaalopiparo1605]

Great video!!! Those tea towels are just amazing!!!! It would be great to have An on and learn more about the dyeing process.

[@StitchingInMyPajamas]

Thank you Julia and thanks for watching. Aren’t those towels amazing? I will let Anne know that her fans are waiting. Hope to see you soon my friend. ❤️

[@idacole2443]

I would love to hear the history behind Gloriana. Thank you for another great floss tube.

[@StitchingInMyPajamas]

Thank you very much and thank you for watching. I look forward to sharing Anne with all of you. ❤️

[@kimedge7493]

I learned a trick in a needlepoint class that keeps the wool off my tongue...bend an inch or two of the thread over your needle's shaft tightly and pinch and hold with your non-dominant hand. Just a bit of the pinched bent thread should be accessible between your fingers. Slide the needle out and slide the eye of your needle over the bent thread. No licking required. I'd never thought of using my crewel yarn on a sampler. How interesting...

[@StitchingInMyPajamas]

That is an excellent trick! I will definitely try that if I work with the Appletons again. Thanks very much and thank you for watching.

[@CrossStitchtheGlobe]

Your box is amazing. ❤

[@StitchingInMyPajamas]

Thanks very much. I do love it. Thank you for watching.

[@brendaulrich9246]

Loved the history lesson!

[@StitchingInMyPajamas]

Thank you very much and thank you for watching.

[@laurievottero9676]

Hi Beth! I have those pajamas!

[@StitchingInMyPajamas]

Aren’t they fun! Summer is starting to come to an end here so it might be the last time I get to wear them! 😳 Thanks for watching!

[@lisaduffin2114]

#askanne Great Job on Your second video . I enjoyed everything about it. Glad you could find a Williamsburg throw. We have really enjoyed using ours over the years.

[@StitchingInMyPajamas]

Once it arrived I had to go back and check your video to see if it was indeed the same, and it was! I was thrilled to come across it. It could probably use a wash but I am happy to have it. Thanks for mentioning it in your video otherwise I wouldn’t have even known about it. Hugs to you my friend. ❤️

[@rebeccabrigham5557]

Excellent job! I learned a lot. I’ve added you to my must watch list. What do you do for Gloriana?

[@StitchingInMyPajamas]

Thank you so much and thank you for watching. At Gloriana, I am one of the dyers and I oversee the happenings in the dye studio. ❤

[@tracy_stitches]

Sat down to stitch and watch flosstube just at the right time! Wonderful second video full of so much information. Enjoyed learning about the Hutterite samplers and the history behind them. The box your father made is beautiful as is your stitching 😍. Thanks for sharing Lucy and looking forward to seeing you soon!

[@StitchingInMyPajamas]

Thank you for watching Tracy and thank you for your kind words. The next time your over I can share my other Hutterites with you, if you’re interested. Look forward to seeing you soon too. ❤️

[@reneebebla422]

Lovely finished projects and works in progress. The box is beautiful. #askAnn what got you started in making silk thread? Also when it comes to naming the threads, how do you decide a name? Thank you

[@StitchingInMyPajamas]

Thank you very much and thank you for watching. Anne is very creative when it comes to coming up with new colors. I can’t wait for her to share all the details with you. ❤️

[@janecrumpler5359]

Another great video. Thank you, I loved your exchange pieces did you stitch them on the called for linen count? Your silk gauze and your box piece are amazing. I would be interested to know how Gloriana came about in the first place?

[@StitchingInMyPajamas]

Thank you and thank you for watching! The piece I stitched for the Stitch-Con piece I think was on the called for count. For my friendship sampler exchange it called for 32ct and I stitched it in 36ct because it was just a scrap piece I had laying around hat was the right color. How Gloriana came to be the is a very interesting tale. I can’t wait for you to have all about it.

[@mountaincraftsstudio]

I almost dyed my Elizabeth Milner fabric as well. I wish I did. I’m seriously considering staining it. It just stands out so much from all my other pieces. I love all your projects. I think we are kindred spirits. Thank you for taking the time to record a video.

[@StitchingInMyPajamas]

I’m glad I’m not the only one who considered dyeing my fabric. Now that I have it pinned I have myself talked out if it, but you still can! I think we are definitely kindred spirits. Thanks so much and thank you for watching. ❤️

[@midnightstitcher3847]

Gloriana is my favorite thread...why is it so difficult to find in the US? Everyone seems to be out of stock

[@StitchingInMyPajamas]

I'm so glad you love Gloriana. We have been working really hard to get caught up with the shops that have been out of stock, so hopefully you will have an easier time very soon getting the colors you need, if you aren't already. Thank you for watching, and with any luck, my next video will be about Gloriana. ❤

[@barbaradesousa9122]

I enjoy your floss tubes. You stitching is beautiful. I’ve not used silk threads so would be great to have Ann talk about the Gloriana silk threads! 👍🏻

[@StitchingInMyPajamas]

Thank you very much and thank you for watching. Once you try silks you might be an instant convert. I look forward to sharing Anne with you and all she has to share about her Gloriana silk.

[@jeanakimball5691]

Excellent floss tube! Your content is amazing because you have stitched many years and you have an excellent eye for quality. What a wonderful treasure you have in your stitched box! Thank you so much for sharing!😊

[@StitchingInMyPajamas]

Thank you very much and thank you for watching. With all of the other FlossTubers out there I know that there is already lots of content, so I hope that I can share things that I love and hope others find them interesting too; my box being one of my very favorite things. Thank you again. ❤️

[@dianemcclure6884]

Let's all encourage Ann to come on and visit! I'd love to hear everything about the Gloriana silks

[@StitchingInMyPajamas]

I will tell her. I think she has so much to share and people would really enjoy her. Thank you for watching.

[@barbarahouser]

Another great video, Beth! I am a silk thread newcomer and would welcome more info! #AskAnn I loved seeing your wooden box, showcasing your stitching. My Dad, too is a woodworker and I treasure every piece he's made me over the years. He just turned 94 and has given up his time in the workshop and misses it so much. I am so thankful for him and all the sweet memories of spending time with him in his workshop during my summers, when school was out. Have a wonderful time stitching and see you again soon! xoxo

[@StitchingInMyPajamas]

Thank you so much Barbara and thank you for watching. My dad and I used to spend lots of time in his shop building things and making projects so to have his woodwork as part of my treasures now is such a blessing. He recently turned 80 but thankfully he can still do his hobby that he loves too. Stay tuned for the Gloriana episode. I look forward to sharing Anne with everyone. ❤️

[@anntips212]

Totally enjoyed your second Floss Tube Beth. Would like to have Ann join you if she will. I had never heard of the Russian folk samplers you spoke about. Found it most interesting. You have such interesting presentations and information. Looking forward to more ‘My Sisters Samplers’ and ‘Stitching In My Pajamas’.

[@StitchingInMyPajamas]

Thank you Ann and thank you for watching. Your friendship and kindness meet a lot to us. Hugs to you my sweet friend. ❤️

[@tammimoffett5378]

I have really enjoyed your videos. I am very interested in learning about Gloriana silks and have some questions. I only have stitched with silks a few years and have lots to learn. When a pattern calls for Tudor silks does that just mean Gloriana? Also I read that Gloriana silks are exceptionally fine and wondered if that means they require larger thread count like the 103 silks? I prefer 36 count with one over 2. Are they suitable for that? You can see I would love your information! Thanks for any feedback

[@StitchingInMyPajamas]

I am so glad you have enjoyed my videos and thank you for watching. Tudor silks are Gloriana. The different types of silks have different names. The regular Gloriana floss you can definitely use with one over 2. The Tudor is the finer version and you can actually stitch with two strands of Tudor to equal one strand of the floss. It's nice to stitch over two with the regular floss but then use Tudor to stitch over one, although the regular floss can be used over one too. On the higher thread counts I would used the Tudor, and like it for doing full cross on 40ct, over one thread. If you see that your shop has Luminescence that is Gloriana's 100/3 and Florimel is Gloriana's Soie d'Alger. Hopefully my next video will be talking with Anne herself, but I am happy to answer any questions you might have before that. ❤

[@jennyglover3267]

You mentioned vicki clayton silks, how do you store her smaller spools!?

[@StitchingInMyPajamas]

My favorite boxes come from The Container Store, but I have found a cheaper version on Amazon. You can fit 3 spools per section. I hope that helps but let me know if you have any other questions. Thanks for watching. ❤ www.amazon.com/gp/product/B09S6CTLB9/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

[@patbrown4435]

Awesome video! You do wonderful work! You are so inspirational. Thank you!

[@StitchingInMyPajamas]

Thank you very much and thank you for watching.

[@margosummerslopezjones235]

Great second flosstube. I enjoy seeing your stitching very much! Would love to hear more about the Gloriana floss.

[@StitchingInMyPajamas]

Thank you so much and thank you for watching. I will definitely try and persuade Anne to come on with me.

[@kristyschoch5202]

So enjoyed watching your second video, I have been anxiously awaiting for it to appear!! Your work is so lovely and inspiring and you are a joy to watch! The piece you stitched for the box your father made is beautiful and the box itself a treasure! Would love to see a tutorial on queen stitch as well as having Ann from Gloriana threads on a future FlossTube. Thank you for taking the time to share with us ❤

[@StitchingInMyPajamas]

Thank you for your kind words and thank you for watching again. My box is one of my most favorite pieces, and definitely one of my most beloved treasures because my dad made it. Thank you for another vote for having Anne join me. I think the FlossTube audience would really enjoy hearing her story. And stay tuned for a Queen Stitch tutorial. Once I figure out how to do that I will definitely share it, and I plan to also share a small chart that we can all stitch together. Thank you again. ❤️

[@bethfred6360]

Lucy N is beautiful. Yes to Ann from Gloriana.

[@StitchingInMyPajamas]

Thank you very much and thank you for watching. And thank you for the yes vote for hearing from Anne.

[@SharonCarbine]

Beth, your stitching is beautiful, and your video was very informational and interesting. Thank you!

[@StitchingInMyPajamas]

You’re very welcome and thank you for watching. ❤️

[@WillowtreesandChickadees]

Yes please #askAnn and can we get more about those lovely band samplers? They are spectacular.

[@StitchingInMyPajamas]

Thank you for your input and thank you for watching. Since they seem to be of interest I will expound more on my Hutterite sampler collection in a future episode. They are a very interesting type of needlework.

[@janepanovich9818]

Could you explain what a project weight is? I have never heard of that in my 50+ years of stitching.

[@StitchingInMyPajamas]

Sometimes when stitchers use a needlework lap stand at a table, for example, when stitching, they will put a weight on it to keep it from tipping over. I will mostly use it for decoration. Others might have other uses for them, so I hope they weigh in 😉, but that is how I have used them in the past. Thank you for watching.

[@LisaSoBoVa]

#askAnn - what is the difference between the different Gloriana threads? What are the top five best selling colors and how has that changed over the years? What is the company's history? Does Ann stitch and if so, what is her favorite piece she has stitched?

[@StitchingInMyPajamas]

Thank you for the questions. When I first asked Anne about coming on with me I mentioned to her that her first topic might be a discussion about the different threads so you have just confirmed that that is a good idea. Thank you for watching. ❤️

[@nestofpetals]

Another great video - loved seeing your haul and your samplers for this month. Enjoy the weekend. :)

[@StitchingInMyPajamas]

Thank you so much. ❤️

[@scarlettbarger8539]

I was so glad to see you back. I enjoyed your first video very much. Love the project bags. Since I dont do social media I miss a lot. The red sampler projects were so great. I would love to see a tutorial on the queen stitch. 😊 Scarlett Barger

[@StitchingInMyPajamas]

Thank you again for watching. Aren’t those project bags fun? Stayed tuned for the Queen Stitch! ❤️

[@lizflorom6021]

#AskAnn. Great information.

[@StitchingInMyPajamas]

Thanks very much and thank you for watching.

[@bebelovely7451]

Fabulous episode! Loved your WIPs - your stitching is seriously amazing! Was fascinated by the details of the Hutterites and their samplers, and would love to hear you do similar chats about the other types, like Rhode Island, Scottish, Fraktur, etc. I'd also like to know much more about Gloriana! And the best tidbit was your experience with the wool threads - I was thinking about trying them, but I'm sure that would be an issue for me too!

[@StitchingInMyPajamas]

Thank you very much and thank you for watching. That’s a good idea about the other types of samplers. I will definitely try and do that occasionally for upcoming episodes. I have stitched a couple of Rhodesia Island samplers so that would be a good starting point. Thank you for the suggestion. You should definitely try the wool threads and don’t let me sway you away from them. My habit and not thinking about what I was doing is what lead to my eye-opening experience. 😆 Thank you for watching!

[@margaretkrueger9664]

Wonderful! Your samplers are amazing.

[@StitchingInMyPajamas]

Thank you very much and thank you for watching.

[@keryncooper9319]

Is the Friendship samplers booklet by With thy needle and thread still available? Couldn't find it.

[@StitchingInMyPajamas]

Hmmm, I’m not exactly sure, but I haven’t had it very long. I think I got mine from The Stitch Niche in Arlington, TX so you might reach out to them to see if they might still have some in stock. I will also let you know if I find it anywhere. ❤️

[@keryncooper9319]

Thank you@@StitchingInMyPajamas

[@judypage8802]

#ask Ann. Excited to watch your shows. Learned a lot.

[@StitchingInMyPajamas]

Thank you Judy and thank you for watching.

[@maureenmullarkey7150]

#askann- I am a new stitcher so some of my questions maybe common sense known by an experience stitcher, but here it goes. How many colors does Gloriana have? Is it variegated or can silk threads not be variegated? Do you use a certain size needle for silks or do you use the needle you like for the count of fabric you are stitching on? Only use one strand correct? Is there a conversion chart from other types of thread to match the colors? Can silks be used on any count? Can you use Gloriana on Aida, lugana or only on linen? If used on a larger weave (such as 14, etc) do you still use one thread? Is there a good size to cut the thread, I understand some silks can fray some when stitching?

[@StitchingInMyPajamas]

Those are great questions! I will add them to the top of the list. Thank you for watching.

[@stychaddict4499]

What a great episode. Your casket is lovely, and Lucy Navier is quite amazing. Did you do the one over one with the 103's, or a thinner thread? It would be lovely to see Anne on a video.

[@StitchingInMyPajamas]

Thank you very much and thank you for watching. Yes, even the over-one on Lucy is done with 100/3. On the 46ct it worked great as well. I will let Anne know her fans are interested in seeing her. 😉Thanks again.

[@StitchingInTheSandDunes]

I'm newly returned to cross stitching after a very l9ng hiatus. I don't know much about Gloriana silks and would love to know more.

[@StitchingInMyPajamas]

Thank you very much for watching and welcome back to stitching. Stay tuned for my Gloriana episode. ❤️

[@spuffed]

Ummm... what's a hudderight? How do you spell it? Is it a religious group like the Quakers? Did you say they were from Russia, Germany or Hungary? I think you maybe took it for granted that all of us would know who you are talking about? And I'm a history and art buff who's been stitching for years now so I know there must be others who are unaware. I think that Mary Hoff (?) towel was so charming and would love to see a similar pattern if you know of any or that one charted would be fantastic! Would also love to see it even closer up to see the stitches. Really cool things you have and would love for you to expound on them. Thanks for the video.

[@StitchingInMyPajamas]

Yes, you are correct, the Hutterites are a religious group, similar to the Mennonites. They were originally from Hungary, speaking German, and then moved to Russian. They were in Russia for many decades before coming to America. My apologies for not being more specific about them. When I talked about them in my video I forgot that I had mentioned more about them when I was “practicing” and it didn’t get relayed in my final version. I will try and get better about all of that in my future episodes. Thank you for watching and the helpful feedback.

[@spuffed]

Thank you for clarifying. Those samplers are so charming. Now that I know how to spell it, I will be on the search for some that I can stitch. Looking forward to your next video. @@StitchingInMyPajamas

[@StitchingInMyPajamas]

@@spuffed Thank you so much. I know of only one Hutterite sampler that has been charted, but can't remember who it is from. I will look for it and get back to you when I find it.

[@patchy_pony_stitcher]

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[@andrewilliams1954]

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