Flosstube #60 - January WIP Update and first finish for 2023 🎉

[@Ginger-Pixie]

Hi Carolyn, it's wonderful to see your face again! Just found your last 3 videos and your stitching is still beautiful and your projects are gorgeous 😍. No need for humility; you've done all the hard, emotional work yourself over the past 6 years which is HUGE and flosstube missed you! Kudos strong lady ❤ Can't wait to see all your FO's and stitching from the past few years xxx

[@TheFlosstubeStitcher]

Thank you so much for those kind words! It’s so wonderful to be back and I’m looking forward to getting those things put on video also 😍

[@karenlane6826]

Truly excited to have just discovered you’re back! What did I do after watching the new posts but run and dig out my neglected cross-stitch pictures (grandchildren & other crafts happening) with renewed enthusiasm. Welcome back, happy for you and all of us 👏🥰

[@TheFlosstubeStitcher]

Thank you so much, it’s so great to be back! And I’m so happy to have inspired you to start things back up again - that’s one of the main reasons I do these videos. I hope you can now get some finishes under your belt too 😉

[@christinemay4756]

So happy that you're making floss tube videos again! The cross stitch community has missed your content tremendously. I learned the parking method from your tutorial and I always refer stitchy friends to it when they see me doing it and wonder how in the world do I keep track of all those threads. Lol Happy stitching 😊

[@TheFlosstubeStitcher]

Aww thank you Christine that’s so lovely to hear. And thank you also for spreading the word…. I’m so grateful, and I’m so glad you have found it useful.

[@sandramarshall7712]

OMG! You've made my day! So nice to see you back and all your beautiful stitching pieces. Just gorgeous! Can't to see your progress.

[@TheFlosstubeStitcher]

Aww thank you so much Sandra, that’s so lovely of you 😍

[@terrifallwell8484]

So glad your back. You were my first FlossTuber that I subscribed and watched. Always a joy!

[@TheFlosstubeStitcher]

Thank you so much Terri, that means a lot to me 😍

[@isweariamstitching]

I smile after ever video, so glad you're back. Having a ball catching up.

[@hookingandstitching4876]

I’m so pleased to see you again! I was at a retreat this weekend and we were talking about Flosstubers that we miss. I mentioned your channel and another lady told me you were back 🥹 I absolutely love your huge unicorn piece, I’ve not seen that one before and I’m feeling very enabled. Congratulations on the birth of your granddaughter and I can’t wait to follow your progress again xxx

[@TheFlosstubeStitcher]

Thank you so much! A retreat?… well now I’m jealous haha. I desperately want to go on one very soon (hopefully this year!). I couldn’t think of anything better than stitching all day whilst being surrounded by like minded stitchers… how fun! Where was your retreat?

[@FlightsofFancy2024]

Really enjoyed watching your video! I didn't realize that you had a channel, I just love watching the progress on the unicorn!! I look forward to watching more of your work come to life!

[@TheFlosstubeStitcher]

Thank you so much, I appreciate your support. Hopefully you continue to enjoy the videos I have planned for the future 😍

[@karinmonnich3310]

Love your finishes and your progress on your wips. Happy stitching!

[@TheFlosstubeStitcher]

Thank you so much Karin. Happy stitching to you too 😍

[@SMWBraden]

Thank you for your delightful video. I have been a long time watcher of your channel and some of the videos I liked the best were your "how-to" videos and your ""tips and tricks." But just seeing your amazing work is so inspiring. I am so glad you are back.

[@TheFlosstubeStitcher]

Thank you so much Scott for your very kind words. I do have a few more of those type of videos planned for this year, so hopefully I can get them done soon. Thank you so much for your continued support, it’s greatly appreciated.

[@helenemorgan6982]

Hi, have you tried Markup R-XP , I use it when things don’t work in pattern keeper - it’s not quiet as good but you can search , although it is sometime not 100% - still better than a paper pattern.. 😊

[@Gen1-Rev22]

I have found you through looking at Nurge lap stand and WIPS rotation years ago. But I saw that you have stopped making videos . A month or so ago I saw you are back making videos. I am glad, looking forward to see more from you!

[@TheFlosstubeStitcher]

Thank you very much! I truly appreciate your support 😍

[@nancyhofmeister9420]

OMG!! You are back!! How absolutely wonderful. Finding your new videos brought tears to my eyes. I have thought of you often over the years you have been gone. Listened to your life update. Am thrilled that you are in a better place in your life. I absolutely do not know how to express my joy at your return. Welcome back and thank you for returning.

[@TheFlosstubeStitcher]

Awwww thank you so much Nancy, you are so lovely! Thank you for your support - it’s the wonderful stitchers like yourself that makes this community the amazing group that it is. Your comments have been a great start to my day, so thank you so much 😍

[@bonniekindler4885]

hi carolyn….i’m going to say again how happy i am to c u back….u got me back into stitching when u had ur flosstube years ago, and u haven’t lost ur magic! love listening to u!

[@TheFlosstubeStitcher]

Awwww thank you so much Bonnie - that is so lovely of you to say 😍

[@alyxcroft3294]

I am so excited to see you making videos again! You were my very first flosstube and my favorite one! Welcome back and love the stitching!!

[@TheFlosstubeStitcher]

Thank you so much Alyx, that is so lovely of you to say. I hope you continue to enjoy the videos I have planned for this year 😍

[@alyxcroft3294]

@@TheFlosstubeStitcher oh that is fabulous news! I’m very excited now!

[@lynettedavies3164]

I was so glad to hear on the Globetrotting Stitcher’s channel that you had returned! When I first found Flosstube years ago, yours was the first channel I came across and it was one of my favourites! I’m really happy to see your beautiful stitching again!

[@TheFlosstubeStitcher]

Awwww thank you so much Lynette, that is so lovely of you to say. I’m so glad you enjoy my channel - that means the world to me 😍

[@leannemcintyre7908]

Yaaa so good you are back. Always loved your videos. Looking forward to the next one.

[@TheFlosstubeStitcher]

Thank you so much Leanne that is so very nice of you to say 😍

[@farmboyslove980]

Glad you recovered from your illness. Love all your progress. Have a great week & stitch on 🤘🦩

[@TheFlosstubeStitcher]

Thank you so much for your kind words. Wishing you a great weekend also 😍

[@cookiepullen6533]

Covid caught up with me too. I'm at day 5 and feeling much better. Worked on my first stitch in over a week. Love that your back 🙂

[@TheFlosstubeStitcher]

I’m so sorry to hear that Cookie, but I’m glad that you’re feeling much better and back to stitching. Thank you, it’s so great to be back 😍

[@TessStitches]

💜💜💜

[@rachelallencamus]

So glad you're back, Carolyn! You look happy and excited in this vid 🥰 can't wait to see the fairy houses, it will be so satisfying to be able to stitch one little house at a time, all those mini finishes keep me motivated!

[@TheFlosstubeStitcher]

Thank you so much, it’s so great to be back! I’m so excited to start them , and like you it’s the little mini finishes I’m looking forward to. 😍

[@patriciacaughey5122]

Your projects are beautiful. You did alot of stitching in January. Thank you.

[@TheFlosstubeStitcher]

Thank you so much Patricia. Hopefully I can get even more done this month now that I’m over being sick. Happy stitching 😍

[@stephaniewingett2173]

Every time I see your unicorn I fall in love with him. He's gorgeous! I also love Shannon Christine designs. Those fairy houses are enchanting! I don't have any little ones to stitch them for, but there's no law saying I can't stitch them just for me, right? LOL! x

[@TheFlosstubeStitcher]

Thank you so much Stephanie. I’m glad you’re a fan of my Unicorn too. Oh there’s definitely no laws when it comes to stitching - of course you can stitch it just for yourself, in fact I encourage it 😍

[@gloriafagan712]

Carolyn, so happy (still! 😊) that you're back. Your stitching is amazing. I love how neatly you keep your projects and the stitching is beautiful. Your Christmas Stocking is calling me! I've just retired a HAED but you're making me think I CAN do it! I'm so glad you're doing well. Take good care xxx

[@TheFlosstubeStitcher]

Thank you so much Gloria. Of course you can do it - I hope I can give you the encouragement to get it back out and work on it. 😍

[@mquiggins]

Small request. At any time, will you please show how you do diagonal parking? Please?

[@TheFlosstubeStitcher]

Oh yes that’s definitely going to happen. I’m currently searching for a video setup so I can do it the way I want and then I’ll be able to do it. Check back soon and hopefully you enjoy it 😍

[@lindabreeding3387]

It’s sad about the hydrangea piece but I agree that the wonderful designers need to get compensated for their beautiful designs. I do love the little fairy houses almost as much.

[@TheFlosstubeStitcher]

Absolutely Linda! We owe them so much for all the work they put into designing these amazing things for us to stitch. I’m so looking forward to starting those little houses 😍

[@annefreathy6480]

Check out Fox and Rabbit in Australia if you haven’t already. They should have the information on retreats etc in Australia so glad you are back.

[@TheFlosstubeStitcher]

Thank you so much Anne, I’ll have a look. It’s so great to be back! 😍

[@pattysmith9266]

Pretty good month even with covid. Love your unicorn fairy beautiful colours. Happy stitching Patty 💕

[@TheFlosstubeStitcher]

Thank you so much Patty. Yes it wasn’t too bad, just wish I’d had chance to stitch everything I wanted to. Never mind, there’s always this month 😉

[@sandrasstitches]

Welcome back, Carolyn. I’ve just found you again. I fell in love with Roses of Provence when you first showed her way back when and thought, “oh I could never stitch something so beautiful as a Mirabilia.” It took me about two years to build up the confidence and I’m pleased to say she’s hanging in my craft room. 🙂❤

[@TheFlosstubeStitcher]

Oh that’s wonderful to hear Sandra 😍. Which Mirabilia did you do? I hope you plan on doing more.

[@sandrasstitches]

@@TheFlosstubeStitcher I first Roses of Provence as I fell in love with her at first sight 🙂 and I’ve done several more since.

[@TheFlosstubeStitcher]

That’s fantastic!

[@gemstonestitches7632]

Thank you for the update Carolyn. I’m stitching Up on the Rooftop and the same stocking too!! I’m working on Santa right now 😀I feel your pain on the paper pattern vs. pattern keeper. I just uploaded a video sharing those projects. Happy stitching.

[@TheFlosstubeStitcher]

Oooh sounds like we’re stitching twins at the moment 😂. I’ll try and check out your video this weekend 😍

[@DeeStitcher]

Wow, that's funny about up on the roof top. I am currently working on Howling charted by Tilton Crafts. I started it back in 2014. It loaded up on pattern keeper. If it didn't, I would not have brought it back out.

[@TheFlosstubeStitcher]

Yes it’s frustrating. I’m trying to get Markup X to work but it needs help getting all the colour key on there. I’ll give it some time over the weekend and see if I can figure it out.

[@mirpaxvv]

I’ve enjoyed seeing you again 😊

[@TheFlosstubeStitcher]

Thank you so much, that is very kind of you 😍

[@collbn]

Hi, I don't know if someone already found the information, but the hydrangea pattern is from an Anchor Collection kit (Maia) "Moonlight Hydrangea". I could not find it anywhere here online in the US. You might want to try eBay in Australia or the UK. I think its at least as old as 2014. Maybe since it appears out of print, you could contact Anchor and ask if they will either sell you a pattern/kit or give permission to use the fake one. At least it would be above board and you could feel good stitching it. By the way, happy to see you back!

[@TheFlosstubeStitcher]

Thank you so much Bonnie for checking for me. I’ve added it to my eBay watch list so hopefully it shows up one day. I hadn’t thought about contacting Anchor - I must just give that a try. Thanks so much, it’s so great to be back 😍

[@thesimplestitch946]

Beautiful stitching.

[@TheFlosstubeStitcher]

Thank you so much 😍

[@NeedleBugg]

Hi Carolyn. So so glad you are back. Love all your videos. Have you tried Mark-up R-XP. I have been able to put chart in there much much easier than PK. Use Good Reader and put all your pages into one file and then import into Markup. Hope it works for you. Almost forgot. Markup has lots of videos on youtube to show you how to do things

[@TheFlosstubeStitcher]

Thank you so much Karen for your suggestion. I have uploaded it into Markup and all seemed well except it’s only located about half of the colour key. I’ve checked KZbin and found the tutorials (thank you!) and will give it a try over the weekend and hopefully I can get it to work.

[@melpatton4731]

Hi hun. Lovely to see you back. Love all yr stitching and projects but yr haed looks amazing. So lovely. Take care. Xx

[@TheFlosstubeStitcher]

Thank you so much Mel, that is very kind of you 😍

[@AlenaPersonaGrata]

Several years ago you wanted to show us your new room for stitching. We are waiting for it )).

[@TheFlosstubeStitcher]

Hi Alena, yes I’ll do a video of it one day… it’s still a bit messy at the moment and I’m trying to plan some shelving and picture hanging, so I’ll wait until that’s done before I’ll show it 😍

[@AlenaPersonaGrata]

@@TheFlosstubeStitcher ❤

[@flowerandlinen]

Oooh that fairy house one is so cute. I look forward to seeing the progress of that one.

[@TheFlosstubeStitcher]

Thank you so much - I’m so excited to start it… it’s going to be so cute 😍

[@KyleStitchingInSound]

Late to the party! I've had the video up in a tab so I wouldn't forget to watch it...just took a few days lol. Wonderful update Carolyn! That Fairy Whispers design is just incredible. I'm curious to know when you made the switch from doing normal parking in a 10x10 grid to the diagonal parking? Do you find diagonal parking easier, or is it just a matter of preventing page lines?

[@TheFlosstubeStitcher]

Haha that’s totally ok Kyle, we’re all very busy. I saw someone stitching diagonally on Instagram one day and i loved it. I loved the way it revealed different parts of the design at one time, which is great for keeping boredom away. I wouldn’t say it’s easier, it’s pretty much exactly the same for me - I do it the same way just in a different direction. I didn’t experience any page lines on my dragon when I stitched that vertically. In fact the only time I’ve experienced page lines was when I stitched my mermaid and I put that down to the fact I did it tent stitch. I learnt a lot about myself and my stitching style after doing that piece!!

[@Dobbyak]

I'm so in love with your Fairy Whispers. It grows beautifully!

[@TheFlosstubeStitcher]

Thank you so much 😍

[@domiesheart9366]

Beautiful work!

[@TheFlosstubeStitcher]

Thank you so much 😍

[@francummings3398]

Your stitching is so beautiful. I would love to see you do a “stitch-with-me”, if you ever have an inclination 😊

[@TheFlosstubeStitcher]

Thank you so much Fran that is so lovely of you to say 😍. Unfortunately I don’t think I’ll be doing one of those videos as I struggle to talk and stitch at the same time. I’ve tried it snd I make way too many mistakes! So I’ll leave that up to those who are good at it.

[@sewscrapmuse]

Hmm I would be contacting Etsy and asking them to sort out the seller.

[@TheFlosstubeStitcher]

According to the person I spoke to it’s up to the designer to contact Etsy to have their items removed. I guess that’s why there’s so many illegal copies on there 😕

[@christinesouthard2350]

Thank you for your video. Loved looking at your WIPS. I've been watching your progress on Instagram og the unicorn for a long time. I couldn't believe he's not about 80% dine! 🤔 I hope that you will find some way to work on the hydrangeas. Maybe someone will come up with some info for you. Take care and happy stitching!

[@TheFlosstubeStitcher]

Thank you so much for your kind comments Christine. Yes that Unicorn is a massive piece and there’s still sooooo much to go 😂 I’ll be searching eBay for the hydrangeas and hope one day it shows up on there, or maybe I’ll contact Anchor and ask them about it.

[@karenstitchygirl]

I use Goodreader for pdfs that do not work in Pattern Keeper. For printed charts, I snap a picture or pictures (if its big) with my iphone. I then convert them to pdf, then upload them into Goodreader. I could not get Markup R-XP to work well with pdfs made from photos. I learned how to used Goodreader for crosstitch charts from videos on KZbin.

[@TheFlosstubeStitcher]

Unfortunately GoodReader isn’t available on Android so I’m trying Markup X instead. So far it’s worked but I have to manually add about half of the colour key. I’ll try over the weekend and see if I can figure it out.

[@claraarellano1867]

Hi, would you please do a video showing us all your other full coverage WIPs from way back when you were making videos. Even though you may not work on them at present, I would love to see them brought out again. Thanks and I loved seeing your progress in this current video.

[@TheFlosstubeStitcher]

Thank you for your kind comments Clara 😍. There was only 1 other full coverage piece that I did and has since been finished. I plan on doing a video showing all the stitching I’ve done since 2016 when I stopped. It may be a series of videos, depending how long each one takes.

[@claraarellano1867]

@@TheFlosstubeStitcher Oh boy, that will be fun to watch! I learned so much from you way back when I started cross stitching in 2018 and I always enjoyed seeing your WIPs. Thank you!

[@TheFlosstubeStitcher]

@@claraarellano1867 Thank you so much Clare, I’m so glad they’ve helped you 😍

[@janecroxford7314]

If you have an iPad iOS mark up R-XP might work for your paper pattern.

[@TheFlosstubeStitcher]

I only gave an Android, so I’ve downloaded Markup to my phone. Just trying to get the colour key sorted as it’s fine imported half of the colours. I’ll watch some tutorials on the weekend and see if I can figure it out. Thank you for your suggestion 😍

[@janecroxford7314]

@@TheFlosstubeStitcher mark up works with both apple and an android. Good luck.

[@morenaullucci431]

Love the fairy houses, they are so cute 🎀.. Cheery smiles to you 🎀

[@TheFlosstubeStitcher]

Thank you so much - I can’t wait to start them 😍

[@mumoff4]

Lovely to see you back, it's like meeting an old friend again that you haven't seen for a long time. Now that your parking diagonal, will you be doing a video showing how you start and finish the first diagonal ? also how long do you cut your thread when starting to stitch ( yours seem so long ) and how do you keep your parked threads so straight ?

[@TheFlosstubeStitcher]

Thank you so much Susan, it feels like coming home 😍. Yes that’s definitely a video I plan on doing. I’m currently searching for an appropriate setup to video from and then I can do it. Luckily Amazon have some good ones to choose from! Ok so my threads. They are the length of my fingertip to elbow. If I’m doing 2 threads I measure this twice, fold it in half and then do a loop start. I’m glad you think my parked threads look straight… I actually think they look messy 😂😂. I used to clip them together but now I find they just enjoy living together in groups and I just bundle them out the way while I stitch. Hope this helps.

[@mumoff4]

@@TheFlosstubeStitcher Thanks for your reply, I'll look forward to the video. I think my threads have kinks in them becaused I wrap them round the cardboard bobbins. I'd love for them to be straight.

[@jillipepper5353]

Glad you’re feeling better, I’m in the thick of it. Just getting over Bronchitis and daughter arrived home from a trip and brought Covid with her. The last thing I need but afraid I’ve got it, will test later but starting same symptoms as she had, sore throat, nasty headache, sore muscles. Lovely stitching, I agree you could just try and contact Anchor and ask them for help. Once something is out of print is there a problem with stitching it from your copy? There is a statute of limitations I think but I don’t know for sure…don’t listen to me I have some brain fog of some sort.🤣😂. I just hope you get to stitch it. Take care, be well, stitch to your hearts content. 🙋🏼‍♀️

[@TheFlosstubeStitcher]

Thank you so much for your reply and I’m so sorry you’re under the weather. I do hope you are feeling better soon. I felt much better after the first couple of days so hopefully you do too. I’ll keep an eye out on eBay for the original chart - I’m sure one day it will show up. Yes, according to the person I spoke to even once a chart is retired the designer still has the rights to it and can prosecute if they wish to. In the meantime… I have lots of other things to stitch. Get well soon ❤

[@michelel965]

Carolyn, There’s a very lovely lilac chart sold by Artecy which you may like. I hope to start it this year.

[@TheFlosstubeStitcher]

Thank you for your suggestion Michelle - I’ll head over there and check it out 😉

[@TheFlosstubeStitcher]

Sorry, Michele *

[@CraftyMax001]

Try Markup R-XP program I swear by it and you need to make your paper pattern into 1 single PDF import in to your files or Dropbox then import into Markup R -XP and that program will sort everything out for you just my advice hope that’s helpful love the video 😍😍👍👍

[@TheFlosstubeStitcher]

OMG You may have just literally saved my life!!!! Will update you soon with how it goes 🤞🏻🤞🏻🤞🏻

[@TheFlosstubeStitcher]

I managed to upload the file pretty easy but unfortunately it’s only added about half the colour key. This weekend I plan on watching some tutorials to see how to add the others manually (I tried doing it myself without any instructions and I think I messed it up 😂). Fingers crossed it works, but so far it’s looking good 😊

[@CraftyMax001]

@@TheFlosstubeStitcher I’m glad you got it working it is a good idea to watch all the videos it made it much easier for me then

[@cathieh.7225]

Where did you get your fabric from for the Biscornu Carnation pincushion and what is it called, I love that pattern!

[@TheFlosstubeStitcher]

Hi Cathie, the fabric has been in my stash for quite some time but I know I would have bought it from 123stitch.com in the USA. It’s called Dark Cobblestone Lugana and mine is in 28ct, but I think they usually have other counts to choose from if you prefer something else.

[@Stitchamajig]

Have you tried Markup R-XP ?? For digital mark off. I put my pattern on and it works 🙂

[@TheFlosstubeStitcher]

Thank you for your suggestion. Yes I’ve recently downloaded the pattern onto it but it’s only found half the colour key. This weekend I plan on watching some tutorials on how to add the rest and hopefully it works 🤞🏻🤞🏻

[@Stitchamajig]

@@TheFlosstubeStitcher I converted my paper pattern into a pdf and it sorted out colours and symbols. I use android so maybe that's the difference 😟

[@TheFlosstubeStitcher]

@@Stitchamajig Yes I did that too but it doesn’t want to work for me

[@tessboedeker2485]

Love the Fairy Whispers! Do you still use the same parking method that you demonstrated in your tutorial years ago?

[@TheFlosstubeStitcher]

Thank you so much Tess. Yes I do the same Nth I’d but I now do it diagonally . I’ll be doing a new video on it as soon as my new video setup is ordered and arrives 😍

[@tessboedeker2485]

@@TheFlosstubeStitcher I look forward to seeing the updated version. I just started a SSMC HAED and am learning to park.

[@mj48854]

So glad you are back...I have been using your parking method since I started stitching full coverage designs (just the last year). I have a couple of questions, if that's OK - is your Fairy Whispers Heaven and Earth Design a Max Color chart? I'm currently doing My Lady Unicorn Max Colors by Josephine Wall Heaven & Earth Design 447w x 598h finished size 17 7/8" x 23 7/8" wide, stitching on 25ct Lugana fabric. I'm a year in - 12% done!! I work on it 2-4 hours/day most days. How do you stitch so fast? I just got a floor frame to help me to be hands free. I use your parking method, and stitch two handed, start my threads on the front & park & tie off done threads for the day at one time to save time. But the confetti stitching areas (everywhere) are killing me!! This design has 236 colors. At this rate, I'll be done in 8 years... I have a few other projects going on but this is my focus. Any advice??? You must have some magic that I need to know about...thank you.

[@TheFlosstubeStitcher]

Hi Mary, thank you for your comment. I’m so happy to hear you found the parking method tutorial helpful. I plan on doing a new one this year to show how I do it diagonally, which is now my preferred method. Yes my Fair Whispers is max colours. I was thinking about also doing a video on my tips and tricks to stitch faster. There’s a few things I can tell you that help me. Stitching two handed, using a floor stand to hold the frame, definitely speeds things up (so you’re on the right path there!). Next I suggest putting all distractions aside (iphone etc). It’s way too easy to quickly check an email and before you know it you’re browsing Facebook etc and wasted an hour not stitching (trust me… I’ve done it 😕). Stitching time is obviously important. I stitch about 4-5 hours a night, obviously that varies depending on other things I need to do but that’s an average. Also another thing that might help, especially in high confetti areas, is instead of working a 10x10 grid, try doing a 10x20 grid. So you avoid parking and rethreading so many times. You do have to be extremely careful if you it this way though as there’s more chance of placing the stitch in the wrong spot and then having to unpick it later (and that is not fun on a full coverage piece!) Hopefully some of that info helps you Mary. Happy stitching 😍

[@mj48854]

@@TheFlosstubeStitcher Thanks for replying so quickly! 💕 I am doing it diagonally, so that's good & I just recently changed to doing the 10x20 grid!! It is helping a bunch. You are right about being so careful - it sends me over the top to go backwards & it's almost impossible- I haven't had too much frogging to do but I have had trouble with the chart symbols at times - i.e., two "z" symbols that look identical representing two different colors. I'm using Good Reader so I don't seem to have a search function (can't use Pattern Maker re I have apple products), but I have brought up the chart in Adobe on my main computer & was able to at least work out the similar symbols using the search function. How frustrating!! Your right about the phone - I'd like to just throw it away, but I do have children (older) so can't miss their calls & texts...everybody & everything else can just wait. I think you doing a video on your tips & tricks to stitch faster would be great!! 💗Please put that on your list & in your schedule!! Your videos are so great - a cut above the rest for sure. It'd be good to see how you tie off the threads in the back - I'm accumulating them on the side in the front & then working them back thru a bit in the back all at one time - then I'm only turning my work once/night. Thanks again - nice to be able to touch base "in person" with someone who gets it - everyone around me thinks I'm just crazy to do all of this but I love it & couldn't not do it!! Such great therapy & meditation!!

[@TheFlosstubeStitcher]

I’m glad the 10x20 is helping - I find it so much better in the heavy confetti areas. You may want to give Markup R-XP a go. It’s available on Apple and it allows you to search for the symbols. Not that I’ve used that function I’m finding it so slow without it 😂. I’m new to the program so can’t give much advice but they have a lot of tutorials on KZbin on how to use it which I found very helpful. With all the alphabet, numbers and symbols, it still baffles me why they use similar symbols on charts 🙁 As far as tying off the threads at the back, I just run them through a few of the finished stitches. I know exactly what you mean. I could rave about cross stitch for hours to anyone willing to listen, trouble is no one in my family/friends wants to hear it 😂😂

[@mj48854]

@@TheFlosstubeStitcher Thanks - I'll look into Markup R-XP - on the surface it looks great - just wondering if it would be worth the work to change from Good Reader...I'll let you know what I learn. So glad to have this connection - fun to have the same obsession - & for us to know it's really not that crazy!! lol 💖

[@TheFlosstubeStitcher]

Yes I can completely understand, it will be quite a bit of work to catch up on a new app! Haha I totally agree with you there 😍

[@francummings3398]

Looking for your Instagram channel but can’t find it.

[@TheFlosstubeStitcher]

It’s the same name but without any spaces “theflosstubestitcher”

[@jflsdknf]

What's your name on instagram? Love that unicorn so much