Flosstube 4 A mini WIP parade

[@tactileandtrubbs]

Another great video. And wow, a lot of stitching progress 🎉 The Aida fabrics you chose are wonderful. I picture snowflakes on them. Or something lace-like. Thank you for another episode. ❤

[@adutchstitcher]

Snowflakes or lace sounds like a good idea. Shannon Christine has some snowflakes designs for christmas... I was already eyeing those :). Happy stitching!

[@vickybossom9957]

I eagerly await your flosstubes! I enjoy your soft demeanor and gentleness and your voice and your living in the Netherlands reminds me of Corrie Ten Boom. Her book, The Hiding Place was instrumental in changing my life. Your projects are lovely and I like hearing about your thought processes when you talk about them. Enjoy your vacation time!! ❤

[@adutchstitcher]

Thank you again! I love Corrie ten Boom, such wisdom and she was so brave!

[@Dirty2Go]

Your Heaven and earth is going to be a long term stitch, so chose the fabric and floss that you'll be most comfortable with. In the end, you can stitch them on anything you want, and they almost always come out beautiful. Whenever I can't decide I get a few bits of scraps and do a bit of test stitching, to decide what I like best and am most comfortable with. Either way you decide, I can't wait to see your progress on it, as it is a lovely choice for sure! Have a beautiful day, friend!

[@adutchstitcher]

Thank you so much for this kind comment. And you are so right, I should focus on what feels right and what I enjoy using/doing. So that is what I will do. Have a lovely week! Happy stitching

[@susanwestfall5519]

The lilac piece is amazing. Your stitching is beautiful. We had a lilac bush in our backyard while I was growing up and my mommy was so proud of that bush. Maybe that is why I have always loved that color. I can’t wait to see the finished piece.

[@adutchstitcher]

Lovely memories! I have done quite a bit of stitching on this piece earlier this week. So fun!

[@sharonmarie66]

Lovely update, lovely stitching. ❤

[@adutchstitcher]

Thank you! 😊

[@rebeccajourney3183]

Hello Hanneke, always a lovely visit with you and your beautiful projects ❤ Love the fabrics you chose to make pillows with❣

[@adutchstitcher]

Thank you again Rebecca! 😊

[@kathydeel4780]

Hi Hanneke, your stitching is beautiful. I am stitching a HAED on 18ct Aida 3 over 1 tent stitch. I chose this because I am older and wanted to finish it. 😂 Safe travels to your parents. Happy Stitching. ❤❤❤

[@adutchstitcher]

Thank you. Your reason for the tent stitch with 3 over 1 had me laugh out loud. Good for you, it is important to set your priorities straight ;). I don't really like the tent stitch, so am aiming for full crossses. But then again, 700x700, I might lose hope at some point and refer to your method ;)

[@buttonupimstitching]

Lovely progress on your wips. The HAED is really lovely, and as such a large project I would choose what you like to stitch on most comfortably. Hope you have a lovely relaxing break. Regards Teri

[@adutchstitcher]

Thank you again Teri! And you are so right, comfort is important when I have to stitch on it for many years to come. Happy stitching!

[@dawnbarney2659]

I 5tink they use a 1 inch punch for the holes in the flossdrop thread holders. your dog one is out of this world. Love all the projects you showed.

[@adutchstitcher]

Thanks! I will figure the floss drops out eventually, I hope ;). Thanks for loving my dogs, they were an early project and have been in a box for a long time. So it is nice to give it a second life. Happy stitching!

[@kathynaugle2661]

So nice to spend time with you again. I enjoy your sweet quiet humor i.e., my new favorite hobby - ironing. 😀 Your stitching is lovely and I'm a beach fan too so love that one. The more you show those geometric designs and you're stitching on them, the more I feel tempted to try one. BTW I have trouble using with paper patterns so I use only pdfs, put them on my iPad and use GoodReader. You can enlarge and mark up the pattern so you always know where you are. When my pattern is paper, I can use my printer to scan them into pdf's. My daughter takes her patterns sometimes to the office supply store where they can scan them into pdfs.

[@adutchstitcher]

Thank you so much! I will try to transfer my paper patterns into pattern keeper. It would make life easier ;). And do try a geometric design, they are so lovely to stitch. Happy stitching!

[@michelem9842]

Great video, your photography is amazing, thanks for sharing.

[@adutchstitcher]

Thank you so much!

[@CynthiaVeal-ut4ms]

Thank you for providing us with another lovely floss tube. When it comes to HAED designs, you can stitch on whatever type of fabric that you like. You can get the proper size fabric from HAED. People stitch on 14 Aida all the time. You will just need more floss. You can start in the middle, bottom right, bottom left, top right or top left, there is no right or wrong place. This is your project, use want you want and do it whatever way you like. Best wishes for your new HAED project.

[@adutchstitcher]

Thank you. So nice to do whatever I want and at the same time so difficult to make a decision. But I am getting there :). Happy stitching!

[@Kathysimmeth6678]

I love your videos, such beautiful work and so pleasant to listen too. Look forward to more.

[@adutchstitcher]

Thank you!

[@evelienjol7169]

Wat heb je weer veel geborduurd aan je mooie projecten! Fijne vakantie gewenst. Groetjes, Evelien

[@adutchstitcher]

Dank je wel!

[@crossstitchingwithmildred]

Wat heb je weer veel geborduurd leuk om te zien!! Veel plezier bij je ouders, inderdaad voor ons Nederlanders toch een behoorlijk stuk rijden.😀

[@adutchstitcher]

Dank je wel! Ik ga met de trein zodat ik de tijd functioneel kan inzetten ;), oftewel lekker borduren :)

[@funkentanz]

Hallo Hanneke, nice to see you again :) The Colors of Water looks so lovely, I need one Historisches Stickmuster for myself. Yes I like the designs of Durene Jones a lot. Kreinik is hard to work with, I had my problems with it on a Wentzler piece... DMC 3821 Straw looks like Gold. There is an Aida 20ct with Easy Count Grid, this may be good for a Heaven and Earth design. I am looking forward seeing the pieces of your Mum and Grandma ♥

[@adutchstitcher]

Thanks again :). I looked up the 3821, but it is a bit too yellow for my liking. Thanks for the suggestion though! Happy stitching!

[@dictating1]

Hello Hanneke - enjoyed your lovely and varied projects. For the HAED, stitch on what you like best and with what you like best. Think whether you would regret not using 200+ colours later. It is an "investment"! Looking forward to see your mother's/grandmother's "Groninger" projects. I have a brother in Finsterwolde. Happy holidays!

[@adutchstitcher]

Finsterwolde of all places :). And you are so right, I should choose the fabric I like best as I will probably spend many years on this project. Thanks and happy stitching!

[@stuckinthemiddleofcrosssti7299]

Dank je voor de video. Je hebt mooie projecten laten zien. Ik woon in Amstelveen maar kom oorspronkelijk uit de stad Groningen. Mijn moeder woont daar nog. Groetjes, Clara PS. Fijne vakantie.

[@adutchstitcher]

Dank je wel Clara. Altijd leuk om een iemand te vinden die ook van de Groningse klei komt :). Happy stitching!

[@Isadorvanerp1795]

Hallo Hanneke, erg leuk om te zien waar je aan werkt. Hele mooie projecten, stuk voor stuk en heel divers. Geniet van je vrije tijd en veel borduurplezier 🌷

[@adutchstitcher]

Dank je wel! Happy stitching!

[@danieladrecsan8347]

🦋🦋🌻🌻

[@SuzanneCrossstitcher]

Leuke video weer en hele leuke projecten weer. En wat ga je snel. De regenboogblokken wordt erg mooi. Ik ben benieuwd naar de volgende delen van de secret sal. Ik vind je project van Durene Jones mooi, ik hou wel van haar ontwerpen. Wat gaaf om zo dicht bij het strand te wonen, en Vlissingen is zelf ook een mooie stad. Helaas zit het er deze zomer niet echt in om weer naar Vlissingen te gaan met al die werkzaamheden. Heel veel borduurplezier.

[@adutchstitcher]

Dank je wel! Vlissingen is heerlijk en gelukkig is het er ook nog wel na de zomer ;), dus uiteindeljik kun je vast wel een keer weer deze kant op komen. Tot de volgende! Happy stitching

[@ninahobbysite]

Zo leuk om te horen dat je full coverage ook zo leuk vind om te borduren. Je hebt een prachtige HAED uitgekozen. Ik zou de stof kiezen die je fijn vind, want het is een langdurig project. Ik borduur zelf graag op 18 of 25 count en ik borduur zowel max en regular. Leuke video met prachtige projecten. Happy stitching

[@adutchstitcher]

Dank je wel! Leuk dat je weer meekijkt! Ik heb erg veel zin in het starten van mijn HAED. Stof is onderweg en ga morgen de eerste garen ophalen. Leuk leuk! Kijk uit naar jouw progressie op al die mooie projecten waar je mee bezig bent.

[@jeanmansfield1138]

Hanneke I find travelling across the UK or North/South seems a long way 😂. I like bright colours as opposed to earth colours- if you looked through my choice of quilting fabrics you'd see I tend to choose what I call the 'jewel' colours. I've worked on 22ct fabrics when doing a little Hardanger or I stitched a Blackwork (in black and gold) cushion cover. I can't advise for your proposed large project as I prefer evenweave as it's easier to do half stitches. I just finished a piece which was mostly backstitch with nearly equal full and half cross stitches. I just liked the Christmas words in a tree shape so sent for the chart but it wasn't an enjoyable stitch for 'Jolly July'! Thankful I kept going to the finish 😊

[@adutchstitcher]

Thank you so much for watching. And from experience (I have lived in the UK for 7 years) I can tell you that travelling from the south to the north in the UK takes a lot longer that travelling from the South to the North in the Netherlands ;). We are just a tiny country. I'm sorry you didn't really enjoyed your jolly july stitch, but hope the finished result is making up for it :). Happy stitching!

[@78gerjoh]

Weer een leuke vlogen, Hanneke. Nu ik je hoor en zie praten over borduren krijg ik er zelf ook weer zin in 😊😂

[@adutchstitcher]

Dank je wel! Ik zou zeggen, volg je hart. Borduren is heerlijk, al meen ik mij te herinneren dat je haakt en prachtige amigurumi maakt. Dat is ook leuk om te doen :)

[@paulastevens6335]

Your stitching is beautiful! HAED’s are my favorite patterns. I have tried all fabrics from 18 count to 32 count and have found that 25 count is my favorite. The gridded fabric is very helpful when you are stitching something so confetti heavy. I have never been brave enough to try a max color! I am working on Princess Asleep and the confetti never ends, but it is really turning out nice. I look forward to seeing your new project.

[@adutchstitcher]

Thanks! I looked up Princess Asleep and that one is beautiful! Good luck and happy stitching.

[@suzetteyoungblood6887]

When you stitch on 25 count do you do full crosses or tent stitch? And 1 or 2 threads? I have a mini HAED and it seems 2 threads full cross is so dense it’s hard to get my needle through.

[@paulastevens6335]

I stitch 1 over 1 full cross on 25 count. I tried 2 strands and it was too dense and the stitches did not look neat.

[@suzetteyoungblood6887]

@@paulastevens6335 thank you!

[@carolreid9755]

Thank you for your video and update, sorry I am a bit late to the party. Your stitching as always looks beautiful and the floral piece is stunning. I am not sure how the postage is money wise now but LiLuXstitch (huge range) and to some extent Stitchtastic both on Etsy carry 16 count Aida. I have used 20 count easy grid for a full coverage , albeit a small full coverage and that worked really well . Enjoy your break and a visit with your family. Have a well deserved rest from teaching, we need it.

[@adutchstitcher]

Thank you again! I also saw that the shop in the Netherlands just added a few colours to their aida 16 ct collection. So yay. Will have a look at the ones you mention as well, but am finding that the clearing costs at the border is quite expensive :(. I have now started my summer break and it is lovely! Hope you also enjoy some time off this summer. Happy stitching

[@alexandramerrett1623]

Hi Hanneke. Thanks for another great video. Congrats on taking the plunge in the world of HAED - my word, though, 700x700 is big! I have several HAEDs on the go, including 2 which are well progressed - they are 25 ct and I have used 2 strands. It is thick but gives v good coverage (both have a lot of dark elements). I abandoned a project that was 1 strand on 25 because I just didn’t like the coverage. So now my go to is 28ct w 1 strand. That all said - I like really good coverage, and I like darker deeper colours than I suspect would suit your palette. I’m about to start a Golden Kite pattern which uses blends (so you have to have 2 strands), and I’m doing that on 20ct. It does of course make for a v large piece too! Anyway, given the colours of this pattern, and your apparent preferences, I suspect you would be okay w 1 strand on 20 or 22. The real test will be the body of the peacock, so maybe just stitch up a trial block of 100-200 stitches (the joys of pattern keeper!) and see if you like it.

[@adutchstitcher]

Thank you so much! It is big :(, but also so pretty... so what is a girl to do ;). I think you are right about my preferences. I am going to try one strand on 22 ct and hope for the best! Thanks for your input, I do appreciate it! Good luck with all your projects! Happy stitching

[@dianekuzirian7742]

You have some beautiful WIPS. You might try Fat Quarter Shop for 16 count Aida in a lot of colors.

[@adutchstitcher]

I will have a look! Unfortunately the transport costs usually make it very expensive :(. I did see that the shop I mentioned recently added some more 16 ct colours, so yay. Happy stitching!

[@stitchesinthewoods]

Wat een leuke update weer :) Je gaat vast veel gemak van je naaimachine hebben! Als je er ook project bags mee wilt maken, zou ik even goed opletten of er bij je beginnersnaaimachine ook een ritsvoetje zit. Dat maakt het naaien een stuk aangenamer. Ik heb zelf 8 jaar geleden een goede tweedehands Pfaff gekocht en daar ben ik ook nog steeds erg blij mee. Daar kunnen ze in de meeste goede naaimachinewinkels ook over adviseren!

[@adutchstitcher]

Dank je wel! Leuk dat je weer meekijkt :). Ik heb een naaimachine gevonden en ben benieuwd hoe het is om ermee te werken en of ik het eigenlijk wel kan ;). Happy stitching!

[@alisoncarter7819]

Hi Hanneke! I am quite a new full coverage stitcher, but already have quite a few on the go! 🤦‍♀️ I’ve been doing them on 25ct Easy grid, which I love. But I’ve just started one on 18ct, with 2 strands, and am really enjoying working on that, and the coverage and how my stitches look. The main thing would be for me - how large are you happy for the finished item to be - obviously one stitched on. 16/18 ct will be considerably larger than a 25ct. And obviously you will use twice as much thread. I’ve never used 22ct but I know I would find 1 strand on 20ct a bit thin coverage. Don’t know if these thoughts help at all, but good luck -it’s a stunning design! 😃

[@adutchstitcher]

Thank your for watching and for sharing your thoughts and experiences. They definitely help! Good for you stitching on several full coverages! Happy stitching!

[@susanmccoy1992]

You do beautiful work, and I look forward to your Flosstubes!

[@adutchstitcher]

Thank you so much!

[@melaniew4354]

If you watch Vonna Pfeifer's (The Twisted Stitcher) tutorials on sewing machines, you will learn so much about how to get started with sewing machines and understanding their parts, how to properly thread a machine, how bobbins work, etc...i learned things i didn't know and I've been sewing for decades.

[@adutchstitcher]

Thanks for that tip. I think I have heard her name in other flosstubes as well :). Will definitely look her up as I need all the help I can get :). Happy stitching!

[@annettemartin9544]

Love all your projects! ❤

[@adutchstitcher]

Thank you!

[@lynncordova8169]

I think your wips have tripled since you started your channel. Love all of them. I find it hard to find 16 count compared to 14 and 18.

[@adutchstitcher]

Your observation is correct... :). I just can't help it and there are so many beautiful designs out there that just need stitching. I agree on finding 16 ct being hard, but I seem to have found a few shops who do carry a variety of nice colours. So yay! Happy stitching!

[@geertjem5232]

Hoi Hanneke, wat een leuke flosstube weer. Ik heb je een berichtje gedaan op instagram. Wens je een fijne vakantie.

[@marymcintosh5773]

Use easy count 25 white get from 123 stitch. It's like Aida and one over one. I did 2 over 1 because I really didn't know.

[@adutchstitcher]

Thank you so much!

[@brendaehlers2617]

I am currently working on an older kit with 22 count hardanger and using one thread gives good coverage. I find I like using one thread and usually work on 36 or 40 count linen. Please use what fabric you prefer because if you invest the money and time you need to enjoy the process!

[@adutchstitcher]

Thank you so much for this. I think the 22 ct is the one I think I would prefer. So I have put in an order, now all I can do is wait... ;) Happy stitching!

[@Isadorvanerp1795]

Petit treasure braid is een metallic garen, van horen zeggen, waar wel makkelijk mee te werken is. Vergat ik te vermelden

[@adutchstitcher]

Thanks, heb het gelijk even opgezocht en ga daar iets van bestellen! Dank voor het meedenken :)

[@madgrandma]

Instead of Kreinik I use the Treasure Braids produced by Rainbow Gallery. The petite braid is much easier to manage

[@adutchstitcher]

Thanks for the tip. I have looked it up and it is in my online shopping basket :). Thanks!

[@caroldidier1949]

Hello, Hanneke! I know you have a die cutting machine, and I’m wondering if you might be able to use a small circular or heart shaped die to cut through your beautiful 3 layer stitched floss drops. I guess it will depend on the thickness of those three layers, and the strength of your dies. Thanks so much for the mini WIP parade. I now have two more favorite Etsy shops… Carol in Texas

[@adutchstitcher]

Thank you for thinking along. I have tried using my die cut machine. Unfortunately it doesnt come out nice as the pressure messes with the little motif in my paper. But i might try again with different paper. Stay tuned ;). Happy stitching!

[@suzetteyoungblood6887]

Hello Hanneke! Beautiful projects! I have a friend who loves the beach so I’m going to have a look at the Durene Jones pattern you showed. She will be 80 in September so I’d have to stitch quickly to get it finished in time lol What fabric are you stitching it on? Yours is just lovely! I have a mini HAED and am still trying to decide what fabric to use as well. I love the look of evenweave but I can sure stitch easier on Aida. A dilemma for sure! I hope you have a wonderful vacation and it’ll be fun to see what creative things you do. ❤Suzette

[@adutchstitcher]

The Durene Jones pattern is a lovely stitch, but bigger than I expected. I am stitching it on my trusty aida 16 ct. Good luck on your head project! Chosing fabric isn't easy. I am planning to go with the 22 ct handanger. Have ordered some... yay. Happy stitching!

[@rebeccajourney3183]

I dye my own Aida with Rit.

[@adutchstitcher]

I might have to add that to my summer break to do list... :)

[@rebeccajourney3183]

@@adutchstitcher It is always a nice surprise!

[@MoniMerel]

Hoi Hanneke, een tweede reactie van mij, ik zat nog te denken over je flossdrop met hartje.... Met een pons kom je inderdaad niet op de gewenste afstand van je rand. Ik zou het met snijmallen doen, die zijn er in verschillende maten, ook best kleintjes die vaak in een serie van meerdere maten komen. Bij de Action zijn zulke mallen vaak goedkoop, maar ook de Pipoos zou dat volgens mij wel moeten hebben. Met een snijmal kan je wel op de juiste plek komen. Ik zou het niet in 1x door alle 3 de lagen snijden, maar steeds even aftekenen waar je hem wilt hebben en dan daarna de lagen van de flossdrop op elkaar bevestigen. Ik hoop dat je hier wat aan hebt.... ik vond het zo zonde dat het hartje niet goed op z'n plek kwam....

[@adutchstitcher]

Dank je wel voor het meedenken. De snijmallen had ik als eerste geprobeerd en dat is een optie, maar wel heel bewerkelijk. Ik hoop nog steeds ergens een soort van tang te vinden die een rondje van een centimeter kan verwijderen. De aanhouder wint... denk ik ;).

[@MoniMerel]

Gezien de manier waarop je erover praatte, denk ik dat je met je nieuwe HAED moet gaan voor de maximale kleuren. Het is een groots project, waar je lang mee bezig zult zijn, dus doe vooral waar je heel blij van wordt! Qua stof, ik volg ook de flosstube van 14 ct aida girl. Zij borduurt ook full coverage, gewoon op 14 count aida, omdat ze dat de prettigste stof vindt. Dat is grover van structuur dan waar jij voor zou kiezen en als aida je het best bevalt, zou ik die gewoon kiezen! Ik vond het wel grappig dat je bij het regenboogproject zei dat je niet zo van blauw houdt, ik zag daarna namelijk een heleboel blauw in je WIP's. 😂 Ik wens je een fijne vakantie!

[@adutchstitcher]

Ik denk dat je gelijk hebt wat betreft de kleuren! En ik zal doen waar ik blij van wordt. Je hebt trouwens helemaal gelijk wat betreft blauw (en rood zei ik ook iets over en vervolgens laat ik twee kerstprojecten zien met voornamelijk rood, lekker slim ;)). Ik heb vooral een aversie tegen 939 dmc, super donker blauw. En rood past vooral bij kerst. Dank voor het kijken van de flosstube! Hopelijk tot de volgende :)

[@MoniMerel]

@@adutchstitcher Grappig he? Soms zeg je iets en meen je het toch een beetje anders. 😄

[@Stix00001]

I love all your beautiful projects. Could you sit a little closer to the camera because it's a real shame that I can not see the detail in your work because you hold them far from the camera. If it's not possible, maybe consider a close-up picture of each project. Thank you again.

[@adutchstitcher]

Thank you for watching! I will try to show my projects closer to the camera or I might use your idea of putting in pictures! Thanks for the feedback, hope you will enjoy the next one :)

[@jessica_stitches]

Mooie progress heb je gemaakt. Leuk om je projecten weer te zien. Heb je al geprobeerd om je papieren patroon in patternkeeper te zetten? Je kerstproject vind ik zooo mooi! Die gaat op mijn lijstje 🙈 Ik zou kiezen voor de rode stof. Erg mooi! Prachtige haed heb je gekozen, ik zou die ook als regular kiezen. Ik heb nog nooit op 22ct geborduurd, maar wel een haed op 20ct aida (butterfly effect) en vond dat erg fijn werken en is in grote stukken te krijgen. Geniet van je vrije dagen en happy stitching ❤

[@adutchstitcher]

Hi Jessica, dank je wel! Ik denk dat ik weet wat ik ga doen met de HAED. Ben benieuwd hoe het me gaat bevallen :). Succes met al jouw projecten!

[@Yentl1989]

Wat heb je weer veel moois gemaakt, leuk om te zien! Ik weet niet of je een Ipad of Iphone hebt? Maar de patronen van Historische Stickmuster staan dacht ik in de app 'Silk' Dat had ik bij een andere flosstuber gezien. Daar heb je niet zoveel aan voor het patroon van Magic Needle. Maar als je graag digitaal werkt is dit heel handig denk ik, helaas alleen voor IOS. Zelf heb ik geen Android en dus geen pattern keeper, maar er is dus nog een app. Fijne zomervakantie!

[@adutchstitcher]

Dank je wel. Helaas heb ik geen IOS, alleen Android. Toch jammer dat ze het niet gewoon voor beide systemen maken :(. Vroeger konden ze het ook gewoon van papier doen, dus ik blijf mijn best maar doen ;). Happy stitching!

[@donnaramsey9122]

My advice as a sewer - don’t buy lowest beginner machine - or most expensive - nothing ruins joy of sewing more than bad equipment - frustrating- stealing your joy. ❤

[@susanwestfall5519]

Also don’t buy the most complicated expensive machine or you will be overwhelmed. When we bought our daughter her machine for her 16th birthday ( twenty years ago) we got her the middle of the road Pfaff craft machine. It was perfect. I don’t think they make the craft line now. She has since graduated to a higher end Pfaff machine and loves it.

[@adutchstitcher]

Thank you for your input! All the options do create a bit of a maze, but I will find one that suits my needs. I don't think I will ever be able to claim being a sewer! I applaud you! A great talent to have. Happy sewing

[@adutchstitcher]

Sounds like a sensible idea! I think all the higher end machines will just overwhelm me. I'm sure I will find one that suits me and will help me to make a few pillows :). Happy stitching!