Flosstube #25: Zip Zip Hooray!

[@kaylinfrancis8751]

Lovely video ladies. Thanks for all the laughs and for sharing your WIPs, hauls and your FFOs. Good for you Holly for being brave and taking the plunge. Happy Stitching.

[@laurielane7638]

Oh my gosh girls, I just wish I could be sitting at your table in person -- absolutely love the two of you!! Hilarious , "wip wip" with the peace sign!! HAHAHAHA!!!! Keep on bringing the JOY!!!!

[@angelakopecky888]

Loved hearing about your vacations and seeing your stitching! 🥰

[@beckygodby713]

Wonderful visit today! I haven't seen the kids down here in southern Iowa doing the 'wip, wip" with their fingers, but then it's summer and I haven't been around many lately! Traveling with stitching seems hard too me, too. Enjoy August! I retired early from teaching for many of the reasons you alluded to, Holly. I did substitute for another 6 years before fully retiring and am really enjoying it.Flexibility is great!

[@Amylovestoads]

Oh my garnish!! The frog story made me laugh out loud so hard! I could just picture those guys on your windowsill. 😂 I bringing you two to the dark side with me..... slugs and frogs. Lol ~ I love you two so much ~ Amy

[@MK-vp1rr]

Loved visiting with you today. Your stories and smiles always brighten my day. Loved hearing about your trips and summer happenings. And I must say I believe Anita has the most expensive mug holder ever!! Wishing you both a very blessed remainder of summer and hope to see you again very soon. Kim

[@doreendeskins2141]

So glad that you both had great vacations! Thanks for sharing your stories and projects. I love Peroy too! I can't believe a lot of teacher's will be starting back to school soon. I'm so glad to be retired. I'm working on FFOing (is that a word?) my ornaments that I stitched in July. I want to keep stitching instead, oh well, I know I'll be glad to have some finishes. Happy stitching!

[@pamrosenberry7575]

Girls, what is in your cups? Hilarious. Always count on you to brighten my day. You know your kids are going to have to clean out all those zippers when you're gone. Good for you😊.

[@lyncampbell992]

Just found your channel. You have just cheered up my afternoon.

[@michelle-shawgetsstitchy4333]

I think "If you love it, use it" is a good mantra to live by in more than vinyl bags. I use the mesh bags you show and they work very well for me. I think the issue is longevity of storage and the vinyl not being acid free. But your point about sun is one I hadn't thought of and no matter where stuff goes in FL there is almost always going to be sunlight. Also a FL thing, frogs on windows. Tree frogs down here are attracted to the light at night and they press themselves to the glass. love ya friends!

[@dianaharris1263]

Love the zippers, I bought about 45 on clearance at hobby lobby too! 🤣

[@tamieneal2343]

You ladies are my laughter fix. Holly cracked me up with the essential oil deodarant I was laughing so hard I was expecting you to say it was peppermint because that would burn. Anita has so many funny stories and it's her facial expressions that adds to the funny! Her coffee cup cupboard/dishwasher, the Hufflepuff house, the shopping for zipper and the frogs oh my goodness I laughed at you both until my sides hurt! You're the greatest fun.

[@karihanson2721]

Boy have I missed you two sunshine girls!! Sounds like you are having a good summer! Holly, i think it’s wonderful that you are taking your life back! Life is too short! Enjoy the change of pace! Let me know when you two are headed to Osage!

[@hope2stitch]

I want to move to Iowa and be besties with you two! You bring so much joy to us all through your videos...thanks a bunch! (I used my dishwasher for storage too...its from the 70's, goldenrod color, and a piece of junk.)

[@pamcopenhaver2147]

Good to see you again. My flag on Union Forever is a faded red, almost pinkish. I don't really care for it but I have decided it looks faded like it's a very old vintage picture. I am going to leave it in. Happy Stitching! PamC (PJ Stitcher)

[@kaybbarrow]

O, Holly & Anita...I have watched you from your first video together...have enjoyed every single one. Your friendship is special! I've never commented before, but after today....I just want to encourage you in the way you encourage all of us who watch you. I'm not.a.fan! I am, however, inspired by the way you both do life!! I adore the way you both encourage people to do what makes sense, or makes them happy, or about making a choice that could bless someone's life. Y'all make me laugh....and bless me with wisdom all at the same time. I'm an old stitcher who learns all sorts of new things from both of you...things that improve my stitching...but more than that...that inspire me to be better each day in every relationship. Looking forward to many more times of laughter & love.

[@lynnbencic3089]

Madeline Island is what I think you were thinking about!! The Apostle Islands are beautiful we did a Tandem bike trip from Rhindlander up to Bayfield many years ago!! Your Cruise sounded fabulous Holly and Anita have a wonderful time in Oregon!! I love the bag your daughter made for you and zippers are a good thing to be into!! Holly lipstick is good too however, stay away from essential oils on your skin!!! Girls you need to do the Pink Sparrow I finished it and it needs to be framed, and if was a wonderful stitch!!! Love your videos you always make me laugh with your wonderful sense of humor gals!!! Happy stitching, Lynn

[@sharonannc.3079]

Always a fun time watching you both..... Great endorphin building cuzzzz I'm laughing out loud :-) seriously I think Lucy & Ethyl are back 😎 your frog story is interesting maybe its a Chinese sign ? Lol anyhoooooo your both are lovely. Holly your smile is contagious & Anita your sense of fun mixed in with serious is absolutely great....you compliment each other so well.your both a lovely bouquet 💐💐🌷🌹shine on sweet lady's...

[@CrossMyStitches]

always so fun to watch you both and see all the things you are doing. Woop Woop!! (I can't figure out how to do fingers on here) LOL Jacque

[@carolcourtney1122]

Hard to drink my morning coffee because you make me laugh so much...I end up gurgling and choking. You two should come with a health and safety warning! Absolutely friends, Carol

[@highwaystitchercoletteking5633]

You have to stitch Pink Sparrow!!! ( because I am working on it right now 😆) I’m using the called for flosses but didn’t have the called for fabric in my stash, so I subbed PTP Fog and it is looking gorgeous! I just finished the first page. Thanks again for your videos. Love you guys 😄❤️

[@hollyandanita]

Highway Stitcher Colette Kingsley Colette! You enabled me on your video when you shared your progress on Pink Sparrow! 🤗 The colors are beautiful and as a sampler, the size is not intimidating to me. 😊 -A⚓️

[@highwaystitchercoletteking5633]

Holly and Anita I totally agree! It is such a fun stitch but really a lovely little sampler 😊 Enjoy!

[@andreac-iheartcrossstitch]

Thanks for the laughs!!! Love you both!!

[@reneegladney2188]

Anita you need to do an extra wheel to tell you which wheel to spin. So have a WIP, stash, Sal,new start wheel. Then a wheel with all those wheel listed. Then they all have a chance!

[@wilmahaynes7249]

Anita, I wash all my dishes by hand as well! I really dislike rewashing dishes that don't come out clean from the dishwasher!

[@judysauber2197]

You two are the best! ❤️

[@1sassyspunky]

I just found you two. So happy.

[@dianamyery8402]

First time commenter the piece you thought was a coral is in fact a piece of stag horn coral. The piece you thought was a fossil is also a piece of coral; brain coral maybe I would have to see it again to be sure. I have been a scuba driver since 1963 but only a cross stitcher for two years. Love you guys

[@judygibbons5983]

Anita, try daffodil, crushed pineapple, or honeysuckle. I also have the thread spools, so many that most are in a box in the attic! Oh, and FYI my second grade teacher, Mrs. Rathy, was my all time favorite! Holly, I quit my job too, twice! The second time I just retired! Y’all teaching is tough! Enjoy watching!

[@hollyandanita]

Judy! Thank you for the suggestions! I appreciate it! 🥰 The spools look so good in my craft area and now I see stitchers are getting creative with them. 👍 The hubster and I have started talking about what we want in our retirement. I see more stitchy community time!🤗 -A⚓️

[@LAMcMac]

I'm betting your garden friend leap-frogged his way to your window! 🐸 My dishwasher stopped working 4 months ago. I miss it! 😢 I have a hard time reaching the sink and faucet since I'm in a wheelchair. Thankfully, I have a husband who is great about helping out. But the first chance we get, we're replacing that beloved appliance! 🤑😂

[@mrschiefstitchlisag7084]

Anita, are you coming to Stitch-a-palooza?!?! 😍😍 Sooo exciting!! I’m so happy to hear that you both had fun trips!! I’m living vicariously!! Holly, I loved to hear about the great memories you created with your Mom and Sister... that’s priceless!! Also, I’ll be praying for your Sis in Law... Bless you for hanging out with her during chemo... I’m sure she loved you for it!! Talk to you guys on the next video!! ✌🏼WOOP WOOP!!!

[@shine.sparkle.withAnita]

MrsChiefStitch Lisa G When is stitchapalooza? I’m only in Oregon for a week so I’m pretty sure I’ll probably need to pass this time. 🥴 It would be fun though!😊

[@mrschiefstitchlisag7084]

Anita, it’s on Saturday, August 10th... check with Jeanine at Acorns to see if there’s still openings!!

[@rebeccamoore1268]

I got a bunch of HL zippers too. Got them before I saw your video. I went a little nuts too. What’s up with the clearancing of the zippers? Are they not going to carry them anymore?🤨 Holly- your light house wip would make a great project bag! Keep up the great videos my flosstube friends. 🥰

[@sewgrateful15]

Good morning, Girls, ...you had me at "August Poppy"....oh...rubbing hands together.... I am falling....I think I would like to make that.... so pretty. Goodness, I loved stitching and drinking coffee and listening to you two besties banter and giggle and share such lovely stitching and stories with us. Every time I stop by, I feel like I was bathed in Grace & Goodness. I am Grateful that you two lovelies are in my stitching circle. Happy Stitching, friends, Daleen

[@hollyandanita]

Daleen! You are so sweet! ❤️ I will put August Poppy in the mail for you! -A⚓️

[@sewgrateful15]

@@hollyandanita oh good gravy. Really? YIPPY SKIPPY!!!!! THANKS a million times over. How kind of you to share. Goodie, goodie, gumdrops!!!!

[@renafurman1890]

Although I don't always comment, just wanted you both to know I look forwarded to each and everyone of your videos. You up lift me and I find myself smiling all through each video. Have a great weekend my "friends"!

[@hollyandanita]

Rena! You are so kind! We just feel so fortunate to be part of such a great community!🤗

[@Cindyscrossstitch]

Glad you both had good vacations. You always make me smile. The frog story make me laugh.🌻🌻🌻

[@PattiGirard]

I had a great visit! Lots of laughs, as usual. Glad you enjoyed your trips.

[@rhondaedwards6736]

The kids do it in Louisiana Holly! When my husband worked in North Africa they severed him slugs> He was like what is this ? He told the chef where we live at we step on them & surely don't eat them! Needless to say they all lost weight that trip!!!

[@maryjoghighi7752]

Your videos are so fun! I smile and laugh through the whole thing!! I just started using the Tiny Decision wheel too! It does help!!

[@tealelder6475]

Loved your video! Thanks for the laughs! Happy stitching.

[@neilachaouch5538]

Good morning lovely ladies! I have to say I share your obsession with mugs. I finally had to quit buying them because I no longer had any place to put them. I finally decided I could make better use of those two full shelves in my kitchen cupboards so I boxed up many of the mugs. I can’t let go of them yet but I have more space in my cupboards for things I use. I also agree with your dislike of the word « fan ». I much prefer the word friend. Finally, I’m a huge Harry Potter nerd. In Magical Stitches I’m a Hufflepuff, but for years I thought of myself as a Ravenclaw (all into learning). I’ve finally decided I must be a hybrid - I’m either a Huffleclaw or a Ravenpuff. Now back to my stitching! See you in October.

[@hollyandanita]

Neila Chaouch Neila! I usually get my mugs while thrifting so once in a while I box some up and donate to make room for new ones. 🥴 Holly and I are so excited about October! 🤗 Looking forward to stitching with you! 😍

[@MarleneBush]

Love you both and every video I love you more! Blessings, Marlene

[@laplibrarian6094]

I am a Hufflepuff! At least that's what the Pottermore.com website told me--go online and take the little test to get sorted into your house! It's really cute.

[@hollyandanita]

I’ve thought of it but concerned I’d be sorted into a different house. I’d be crushed!😉

[@laplibrarian6094]

@@hollyandanita My niece cried when she was sorted into Slytherin :-)

[@jmq1964]

I am a Hufflepuff too!

[@shariwitt1977]

I used to store books in my dishwasher! Love you both 💖

[@hollyandanita]

Shari Witt 👍 I’ll post a photo to Instagram! 😊 -A⚓️

[@pglavin7691]

My morning was a little more fun with spending time with you two! Thanks!

[@stitchywitch42]

Whoop, whoop FRIENDgirling here Whoop, whoop

[@hollyandanita]

You are adorbs! 😍 See you in a week! 🤗 -A⚓️

[@peaceandquilts]

Can you please tell me what fabric you used on Sally Spencer! Love your videos!

[@hollyandanita]

Mona Schott Hi Mona! The fabric I am using is 32 ct. Lugana in Ancient by Picture This Plus. This is the colorway that Anita used on her Union Forever piece. We LOVE it!! ❤️

[@helenrobertson4043]

Love your videos. Here in TN the "counrty" kids go "YEEE YEEEE!" hahaha. So glad y'all enjoyed your summer!

[@rebeccamoore1268]

Your spindles are purfect for the I-stitch band sampler patterns on Facebook groups.Check it out if your not familiar with them. There cool!

[@TriciaStitch]

smiles galore!

[@lindaschad298]

Always happy to see a new post from you two! You are joyous!

[@patmatejcek5616]

great video I was looking at the tshirts from desol undecided what size to get I measure for an xl but the reviews said they are running small what size did you get? what cruise line did u travel on we haven't cruised yet but we always do the all inclusive resorts we will have to try one.

[@hollyandanita]

Pat Matejcek Hi Pat! The shirt I got is a 2X, but it’s not roomy by any means. Our cruiseship was Allure of the Seas (Royal Caribbean). You should definitely give it a try! It was a wonderful experience!

[@westwind23]

Just what I needed, lots of laughs before bed. Love you two!

[@o2bepurple]

Oops! I meant to say this below...I am happy to see you both again! Glad the ALL the trips completed were fun and successful! As always, you are both a hoot and a joy. Praying for your SIL.

[@pennytracy4988]

I don't use my dishwasher either. It's a great storage place!!!

[@blackkatte]

I haven't finished watching the video yet, but wanted to comment. Holly, did you find that "fossil" in Barbados? It actually looks like the rock the island is made of. I forget the story (you can probably Google it), but because of the holes in that rock, something about the water table is so low (?) because the holes let the water through. My tour guide was telling us about it and I actually found a piece and brought it home. Ok, back to the rest of the video!

[@hollyandanita]

blackkatte aka Darlene So interesting! I found it in the Bahamas, but now I’m eager to visit Barbados!! 😄

[@blackkatte]

Another comment 😁. I got my magnetic thingie at Dollar Tree. A dollar!!!

[@hollyandanita]

blackkatte aka Darlene Great deal! 🤗 I should get a smaller one like Holly has! -A⚓️

[@darleenbumgardner5179]

Gosh Anita I live in Oregon and go to Acorns and threads. Is that where you are going to stitch? I would love to see you. I dont know if you remember me I met you at Midwest retreat last October. Love spools I have a collection . I think its number at 50.

[@hollyandanita]

Darleen Bumgardner Darleen! I will be in Sisters and Lincoln City. Due to the short time I’m there, Portland/Acorns is not on my itinerary this time. 🙁 Looking forward to stitching with you again! I will definitely plan for an Acorns run next time!!!

[@o2bepurple]

It sounds like your Sister is into DoTerra! Oh NOOOOOO , no direct use of essentials on skin!! Poor thing!

[@dianamyery8402]

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