Flosstube #69 - Baby, It's Cold Outside

[@paulinedean4419]

Chris great video. Love watching. Was happy when you started story time again, I really missed hear about your mom. I really teared up this time. I can’t imagine how hard it was for you to basically be abandoned by your mom and then have her come back and then leave again. I am so glad that you had a lot of emotional support to help you through this difficult situation. You made it through and became an amazing person with an amazing talent. Don’t like the cliffhanger but it keeps us looking forward to the next FlossTube. Love your neighbor Pauline❤

[@karinmonnich3310]

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

[@jimcandeeabraham9817]

“Like relatives”😂. I love the snow too. You are always a pleasure to visit with. Thank you.

[@nancyrickenbrode9981]

Dickens. Your story is so touching,, waiting to hear more. Beautiful stitching.

[@carrielgs]

Happy new year! Thank you for introducing me to Modern Folk Embroidery; WOW, what gorgeous patterns. And Darlene, if you see this comment, your memorial quilt is so wonderful. It makes my heart happy to see this type of project.

[@darlenel-k-dlklife]

Thanks so much

[@Stitchin45]

A Christmas Carol is my favorite Christmas movie. Every year I put out my Dickens houses.

[@sandyb_milkcanstitcher]

You have a wonderful way of making your flosstube our flosstube. Now go out and sled ride and have a Dickens of a time. ❤❤❤❤😊

[@pinkkitty5844]

God, I love watching your videos and hearing your life story. You are the best in FlossTube!

[@911stitcher]

Happy New Year friend!Just loved seeing your Christmas photos, decorations and village in your last videos. Great stitching plans too ❤🎉

[@helenb4877]

I just love your videos, Chris and always wait eagerly for your next one. You are my favorite floss tuber. Your stories and all the “extras” are fabulous and your stitching choices are always fun and interesting. I too am a Dickens fan and love seeing so many Dickens “stuff” over the holidays. Have a happy, snowy stitchy week. ❤

[@bfaye909]

Love the snow NOW THAT I AM RETIRED! ☃️☃️. Love your channel! Happy stitching !🧵

[@karenjones256]

Catching up on episodes I missed while on vacation! Story time did leave me hanging, but no worries, gives me more to look forward to next time! Enjoyed hearing your 2024 cross stitch plans and seeing your amazing 2023 finishes! The Dickens book would be a welcome addition to my collection!

[@CynthiaVeal-ut4ms]

Today's video was so good, I had a Dickens of a time concentrating on my project. Keep up the great work on your stitching!

[@kathy1896]

I adore your Fruit of Plenty version - so beautiful!

[@SuzanneCrossstitcher]

Thank you for your video. I enjoyed it very much with some stitching. I also enjoyed your show pictures. Have a nice stitchy time. Dickens

[@sharonchadwick9392]

Found you this past week. You are an amazing person! Love everything you do. Your stories of your grandmother warm my heart.I wish I could have met her. You are so blessed to have such a wonderful family! You make my day! I'm watching you from the beginning. I'm only on flosstube 21 and love you!

[@ChrisXrossStitch]

That makes me so happy to hear! Thank you so much, and welcome! xoxo Chris

[@carriehemsath]

Hi Chris! Thanks for another fun flosstube:-) I love to look at the snow, so I wish we were getting some big ones here. Dickens

[@geriwasnesky7214]

I’m a collector of the dickens village. Thanks Chris! ⛄️

[@SarahsStitchySpot]

Thank you for keeping me company today. I celebrate your grandmother! Let’s rock 2024!!

[@cindygunning7108]

I love Vicki Clayton silks! They are wonderful! I have used Gloriana, Dinky Dyes, Bella Soi. I like them all but I love Vicki’s the best! Your snow looks beautiful! That’s the only way I like snow is to see a picture of it. After being a nurse for 48 years and having to go to work no matter the amount of snow and having to stay at work for days due to snow-I hate it!

[@emilyrider4003]

I second this statement about vicki clayton!

[@sugarplumstitcher]

You made wonderful projects last year. I don't normally track what i make but last year was the first time. It suprised the Dickens out of me exactly how much I stitched for the whole year. Here's to wonderful new year of stitching!

[@kattavares1959]

Thank you Chris and Tina . The Dickens book looks lovely with all those vintage houses. That quilt is so pretty . Such a great tribute to remember her father. Looks like she used paper piecing it. Thank you for sharing. Pam and Steph sent me over to your place. I am glad they shared your Utube.

[@ChrisXrossStitch]

Thank you and welcome! So happy that you enjoyed it! xoxo Chris

[@hardtde]

Dickens. Beautiful finished. Your story is very touching, and I’m waiting to hear the next part. 😊

[@barbaracarbone8101]

I’m glad you are enjoying your snowy weather. Here in SoCal, it’s cold, even for us. It rained all day yesterday, with a break today, and tomorrow Monday, rain all day. It’s a great excuse to sit here and stitch. I love The Modern Folk Embroidery pattern. I would love to stitch it but I don’t think I would ever finish it. Your Satsuma ornaments are gorgeous. I saw them in past videos and I love the bright colors. The Mill Hill sleds are so pretty and I really like the blue sleigh. When you ended your mother story I was right there with Christy yelling at you. Enjoy your weather and stitchy projects.

[@cheryldemea2509]

Wonderful, as always. Enjoy your snow!

[@debmorrison6846]

You're a wonderful stitcher, flosstuber, and storyteller. Thank You for sharing!

[@sandragrasdock6377]

Love your plans! Here is some advice don’t put pressure on yourself Sometimes it good to just do it for the process 😊 Love your story telling and the cliff hangers

[@lisawhittaker5680]

Your story left me sobbing today. The psyche does amazing things to protect us hence the difficulty recalling details of really tough times. Particularly for children. It's a defence that sometimes should be left in place. My heart weeps for you but look how far you have come. Wonderful partner, beautiful home and a stitching community that adores you. ❤

[@susansilver853]

What the Dickens! What a cliffhanger. Love your projects and your storytelling (in the style of Eudora Welty/Flannery O'Connor). Have a blessed and beautiful 2024.

[@kaykirn9552]

You are inspirational Chris! Sharing your personal story is very much appreciated. Dickens ❤

[@josieconner1965]

Happy New Year Chris! Loved your latest video and all of your beautiful stitching! For your new January start, if you don’t want variegation, NPI silks are great. You are a brave man to tackle these beautiful pieces! Can’t wait to see it come to life!

[@maryannjohnson5410]

Glad you are still enjoying the snow. It is pretty when I get to stay inside and not go anywhere. I don't like it as much when it gets so cold and they can't clear the roads very well, especially the back roads. Thanks for sharing your story Chris. That Dicken's book and village is very cool.

[@marilynferlitsch2003]

Fruits is gorgeous! My favorite color is blue, & I just love this. Great finishes & plans foe 2024. We' be had a lot if snow here in WI. Although I love the snow, I don't like the Linux temps we've had for a week now. I bet you have a whole new wardrobe for where you live now! Stay warm! Marilyn

[@kathrynlackey2611]

Beautiful snow, we only got ice in the south and have been at home for two days and probably for another 2-3 days! Stitching a lot Dickens would have loved the snow!

[@JustOnlyKristi]

Your Fruits of Plenty is absolutely gorgeous! I always enjoy my time spent watching your videos. Wishing you a wonderful 2024.

[@AlwaysBeYourself-6]

Awesome video as usual. Dickens. Happy stitching 🪡❤️

[@charj57]

I need to get some finishes sent to you. Stay warm and happy stitching.

[@Linda_James]

You are quite the Dickens 😊 It’s good to see you back ❤

[@gleehanson4775]

If parents could clearly see what injury they do to their kids. But, self-centeredness is awful. Bless you, Chris. Dickens

[@lindabostedt1224]

You will love working with the 100.3 beautiful coverage. I cant wait to see your c olor choices

[@lanelles242]

Lovely video Chris ..glad you are enjoying Winter, you have more snow than we but most of the country has kind of strange for MN especially up north where I live….we just had a snap of cold but all is good now 😊 beautiful ornaments you stitched in 2023! Wishing you much success with your plans in 2024, cheers..see you next time 🤗❄️❄️

[@gordonbethdaigle4360]

Another great flosstube and story. My mother left when I was 13 and I didn't see her for 43 yrs. I think some people should never be a mother. I love the Dickens houses. Have a great week.

[@lornabuffey8896]

Dickens. What a decorations kick you were on! Loved them all. I’m so glad you’re back with us again, every episode is always packed to the brim with interesting things. You may have guessed I’m a big fan lol. Xx

[@reneewilliams5107]

Dickens is wonderful as are you! I always enjoy your visits.

[@leannlepage467]

My favorite Dickens story is my Christmas Carol

[@tammyvickery6748]

The fruit of plenty is so beautiful. I think all the blue work is perfect for January. Love to listen to your family stories. Love all the plans can’t wait to see your progress. See ya soon.

[@gemmamacdonald992]

Loved watching again today (I’m slowly catching up with your older videos too) beautiful finishes. I was curled up watching with a hot chocolate, a blanket and 2x pugs (Sandwich and Dolly Pickles) instead of a cat. Happy stitching ❤️

[@cynthiajfuller]

I love Charles Dickens. A Christmas Carol is my favorite Christmas movie

[@tartansandthreads]

oh chris!!! that cliffhanger! my goodness!! what the Dickens! I’m loving all your ornaments and have my celtic santa sitting there waiting to be stitched and you’ve just given me the push :)

[@funkarella5]

I love, love, love 100.3! I would think it would provide good coverage on 20-count since you will be stitching one over one which is the equivalent of 40-count. 100.3 is great on 40-count! It will be beautiful no matter what you choose as your stitching is gorgeous!

[@julietesi3037]

Great video...really enjoying your story. I have North Pole Village and Dickens Village...just 4 from each set...that I love displaying for the holidays.

[@sharontillman5101]

Thank you for another great video! Love the fruits of plenty ! Enjoy the snow , we rarely get snow in south Georgia. It is colder than usual here this week. I’ve never stitched on perforated paper ! Your ornaments have inspired me to try it! You should make a snowman and show us a picture!☃️

[@maryannsheets-zr6ex]

Always enjoy your videos. Love your storytelling & also how you invite us into your cross stitching & home. Great Dickens book to stitch.

[@clarabyrne4183]

Well, you are getting the snow that we received last night into this morning except we got about 2 1/2 inches in NJ. I don't miss all the snow we used to get in Maine. Glad you're enjoying it though. What a surprise to see the Dickens book. Made me search for one on the New England Village. I collected Dept.56 N. E. Village for at least 15 to 20 years although I do have a couple Dickens pieces. So pretty. Another special flosstube. Thanks and happy stitching!!!

[@debbieboudreau331]

I'm so proud of you for being brave and telling one of your mom stories. It is really good to share with others. I had a difficult childhood as well, a mom with mental illness and older brothers who left to go to Vietnam and came back completely different people. I was very alone back then. But I'm a survivor and an adventurous person now and have my stitching to bring me joy. And most importantly, we have our stitchy friends, and I count you as a special one!

[@kristyrohm1500]

Hi Chris...you were the Gold on Pam and Stefs Silaver and Gold series and now I see why. What a great flosstuber and of course storyteller. Ive subscribed and will be going back and binge watching!! That fruits of plenty piece is gorgeous! As is the 2024 sal.

[@ChrisXrossStitch]

I'm so happy to hear that you enjoy the channel, and welcome! So glad to have you here! xoxo Chris

[@janturner1475]

Happy New Year! What the Dickens; it's 2024. May this year bring you lots of blessings and stitching.

[@emilyrider4003]

I highly recommend Vicki Clayton silks if youre still looking! You have definitely inspired me to start a cross stitch christmas tree.

[@phapy2451]

We are out of the deep freeze after a few days of frigid weather. Happy New Year! I like to stitch seasonal, so I will stitch a couple of smalls for Valentines. I don’t have any experience with silks, but you may want to reach out to Stacy the 911 stitcher, I know on her flosstubes she has talked about silks. I love the storytelling…riveting.

[@vivscrafts4006]

Like you, I've been stitching Christmas ornaments but on fabric instead of perforated paper. I've been on the ornies kick for a while now and am about to embark on a quaker flag sal too. Loving the continuing saga about your mother too. Love the cliffhanger. Dickens Stay safe Chris 💕

[@karenbarnes627]

So great to see you this week Chris! Hope you are rested well and ready to tackle the year ahead. Your stitching is so beautiful! I have but not started the fruits of plenty and I want to use your colors. Thanks for such a great video ! See you in 2 weeks! 😀 dickens

[@cathyrosemeyer4069]

I love stories by Charles Dickens. I even have the Department 56 Dickens Village! I so look forward to your flosstube whenever you decide to upload one I keep my eyes open for it. Happy New Year!

[@ccockrum59]

Happy New Year! Chris! I loved your finishes and your wips. Stay warm and enjoy your stitching. Dickens

[@SherryGary100]

Thank you for another great cross stitch video. I was going to keep my fingers crossed that you would accomplish your 2024 goals, but then, I couldn't figure out how to stitch with crossed fingers!🤣 My reading goal for this year is to read all of Dickens books. So far, I've finish Great Expectations and A Christmas Carol. Now on to Bleak House.

[@christydonnay6179]

This Christy is on the edge of my seat for the next installment too! Dickens

[@deeoahustitcher6497]

Another wonderful video and love the snow pictures! Dickens

[@elizabethcoleman5437]

I love the snow too! Probably because I don't live in an area that has snow. We use to go to Tahoe for a week every winter to ski (cross-country not downhill) and just enjoy the snow but it has been a few years since we last did that and I really miss it. I try every year to read Dickens A Christmas Carol & watch Scrooge (with Albert Finney) during the Christmas season.

[@allthestitcheswithcolleen4402]

It’s always a good day when I get to visit with Chris X-Stitch! Thank you for entrusting us with the story of your mother. Sending a big New Hampshire hug! All your stitching looks fabulous!

[@Anouk_from_the_Netherlands]

Wow, 24 in 24 ..... that is a challenge. Love the gorgeous idea of Darlene her quilt. Lost my father just over a year ago and this quilt for rememberence is so beautiful. Also beautiful is the book for Dickens

[@darlenel-k-dlklife]

Thank you so much. These quilts are coming along slowly and love the memories they bring back.

[@noraverheyen5506]

I love that Dickens book. It is amazing.

[@gilliangamble8287]

Happy New Year Chris 🎉 loved all your FFOs , And again you left us all hanging on the Mum saga you little minx 😅😅😅 as for the silks I used Ver A Soie ( Soie d'Alger) on my Sophia Doggett by hands across the sea designs , I stitched on 32 ct linen 2x2 threads and got an amazing coverages... Not sure what the coverage would be on 25ct with 1 strand though but if you buy one skein of the silk and do a little test square on the edge of your fabric just to see what works best before you commit, I must say Chris the Soie d'Alger are stunningly beautiful and beautiful to stitch with they glide through the fabric like butter , you don't get as many strand with them like DMC. Have a great rest of your week 💕 Happy stitching 😊

[@julienanetti5400]

What the Dickens, Chris?! That cliffhanger was too much for me. Lol. Stay warm and looking forward to seeing your next video. 🥶

[@susanthomas8939]

I broke up with Fruits of Plenty in 2021 after stitching, frogging, and restitching much of February three times. I'm going to attempt it again this year! It's a "Dickins" of a project! Yours is beautiful! I can't wait to watch your progress!

[@SuperMacmom]

Stay warm and surly you will enjoy the snow. Different for us this year in northwest Wisconsin. We usually get lots of snow from November sometimes October, through April and May. But this year it has been warm into the 40’s, no snow for Christmas then it got cold the second week in January, as in last week and this week, windy- 35 below windchill and still we only have 2-3 inches of snow on the ground. So we are short about 3 feet of snow. Very very different. Certainly not a Dickens atmosphere. Take care and thinking of you and your misadventures with mama.

[@karenennis7890]

Hi Chris! I'm glad you love the snow. My arthritis does not.. I'm in Houston, and we had a 19 degree yesterday with snow Flurries... in Houston!😂 I'm stitching The Fruit of Plenty right now... I just got down to the left side and have plenty of room.. you know I stressed on that one. Mine is on Adia 14 with dmc 597 and 3808. I'm really happy with it... Your mother story is killing me. I can just imagine being a 15 yr old and mom disappears once again. I want to send you a hug.

[@beckyclay6363]

So glad to see you again! Dickens

[@dk5755]

Happy 2024 neighbour! I look forward to your 24 in 2024. I envy those that make plans and take on so many projects. It’s been very cold for the past week where I live in Canada. Just the other day it was -36°C (-51°C with windchill) so today when it warmed up to -26°C (-37°C with windchill) it felt nice. Perfect weather for staying indoors and stitching though.

[@marilynmckenzie2111]

Hi Chris! I once again enjoyed your video and the continued story of your mother ( and grandmother). It always stirs up emotions remembering stories like this from our own family. My father and uncle’s mother ( a war bride nurse from England married and brought to Canada) died at 26 yrs old of blood poisoning. Their father had shell shock ( PTSD) and sent his sons at age 2&3 to Ontario from Saskatchewan to live with his two maiden sisters ( also both nurses) and their father. I always feel sad when I think of how they felt when other kids asked them where their mother and father was? And how sad they would have to reply😢. So your story saddens the Dickens out of me 🥰🧑🏻‍🦰🇨🇦

[@angelahoward5352]

Lots of satsuma fun🎉 nicely done.

[@emeraldstitcheswf]

I have really missed you! I've been slacking in watching podcasts, and catching up had been so much fun!

[@sarahlcc8365]

So glad you had a wonderful holiday break. It's good to recharge once in a while. Your fruits of plenty is gorgeous! I'd like to stitch the new one, but it won't be this year.

[@sallyknotwell1605]

As usual, a delightful video, Chris. I am riveted by the story of your life and all the characters therein. What a lovely (albeit sometimes sad) life....I can't wait for the next installment! Your ornament plans are cool! I love that blue sleigh...immediately put it on my wish list for the next time I order from 123Stitch! Be safe, be warm, be creative!

[@francinehelton1975]

Just discovered your flosstube as you were the Gold cross stitcher on Just Keep Stitching. Absolutely loved your video and will now be binge watching all your previous episodes. I loved seeing your Dickens display in your last video.

[@ChrisXrossStitch]

Thank you so much, and welcome! I hope you continue to enjoy the channel! xoxo Chris

[@daniellebcraftingcorner]

Lovely to see you again 💕

[@debbieweigle8420]

So happy to see you again. Love your work Chris. Enjoy the snow because here in Indiana we are freezing cold. So glad to hear your continuing life saga. Eventhough it is heartbreaking you seem so strong now. God Bless You and until next time. BYE BYE

[@sharonhumphrey3205]

Welcome back from your well deserved break. Happy New Year🎉. Yay Dickens.

[@patmcintire454]

Thankyou for a great video. I loved hearing your story. I missed the others. I might have to go back and watch them. You survived your childhood. You are strong. And therapy helps a lot. Happy new year

[@dianamyery8402]

Love the ornament. I have to do a couple this year. I am currently working on a group of Mini Mouse charts to make a quilt for my granddaughter. They are medium sized. And only have 4 to go. Dickens

[@marybergman6545]

Happy New Year and great to see you back. The fruits of plenty is so beautiful. I have some modern folk embroideries to stitch also. It’s cold as the Dickens here in the Poconos and we are getting a lot of snow. It is really beautiful.

[@HollyPaxton-j3z]

I have the original Dickens village as well as North Pole. There is noise from Indiana as well on the cliff hanger, Chris.

[@lwmillsap]

Loving a project and not wanting to face it is EXACTLY what happened with my WIPGO this month, too! I have This Happy Morning by Plum Street at about 40% (who am I fooling-all that grass to go!), but I definitely love it. And dread it. 🤣😆🤣

[@dodiefields7374]

Chris, reach out to Carol, Salt box stitcher, regarding the best silk to use. She does so much stitching with silks. Good luck!

[@sherryrudder6035]

Happy New Year. Thanks for sharing.

[@ruthiedurbin1395]

❄️ is for the birds! Your story brought me to tears but I pray your therapy has you at peace with decisions that were out of your control. Love your videos and glad you took a break for yourself after the holidays. ❤

[@sheazray]

I just want you to know I've been very good about not buying patterns.....until you showed Modern Folk Embroidery's 2024 SAL.....it's being shipped to my house today with the fabric......Thanks a LOT 😂.

[@nolamcneely7857]

Hello from Tennessee! Wahoooooo! You've called my name for the 3 in 1 gift stitch kit. 💙🩵💙🩵💙🩵💙 Thank you so so much Mr. Chris!!!

[@nicolec2523]

Hi Chris - I just love your hair the way it is - it looks really good on you and you look so debonair 😀 Wow, I got one of those fabulous Lavender & Lace angels. I do love houses and especially the type depicted in the Dickens book. Maybe I can find it on line. I can so identify with your Mom story - I also had a difficult childhood and adolescence and yes - my friends and some teachers helped me.

[@rosamoulton9775]

Happy new year…great to see you again .Dickens is a favourite of mine 😊love seeing the snow pics I live in Cornwall Uk very rarely see snow here .

[@stephaniegalart130]

I love reading anything Dickens

[@owlandgatorstitcher]

Happy New Year! Quite a change from Southern California. Dickens

[@judemack8604]

Your story about your mother hits home with me and to see you still so full of kindness and compassion is so encouraging. Floss Boss Cousins ARE going to let you have it for the cliff hanger. Love all your stitching. Watching you is such a joy. And then to top it off you are giving me an angel pattern to stitch. What more could anyone ask of a friend.