FLOSSTUBE #92 Spring Folk Specialty Stitch Tutorial - design info & we look at specialty stitches

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[@debbieweigle8420]

Thank you for sharing and thinking of us Aida stitchers. Great video!!

[@HandsOnDesign]

Thanks for watching!

[@gypsireads]

Thank you so much for this and for considering Aida stitchers!

[@lindafriend3726]

Great tutorial. I've stitched on Aida exclusively, but after watching you stitch on linen, I'm confident about giving it a shot. Thank you for demonstrating the specialty stitches on this great sampler.

[@HandsOnDesign]

There are so many beautiful aidas out there now but go for it if you want to try linen - just take your time!

[@libbymartin3970]

Thank you for the interesting tutorial. You make the stitches look so easy. Have a great weekend!

[@HandsOnDesign]

You as well!

[@sb4685]

Great tutorial, thank you! ❤ You have a great way of teaching these so they don’t seem so scary!

[@HandsOnDesign]

Glad you like them!

[@AllisonNorris13]

Love your spring nails! 💛 Those bunnies are the cutest!

[@HandsOnDesign]

Thank you - a very pale yellow/green. Just replaced for palest pink

[@kathyhales5109]

Thank you! This was very helpful- and I’m grateful that you showed how to create the stitches on aida.

[@HandsOnDesign]

You are welcome!

[@kathyl4692]

Thank you so much. These look like so much fun. Can’t wait to get to that part.

[@HandsOnDesign]

#thefunpart !!

[@joanneseeger5271]

Thank you for sharing!

[@HandsOnDesign]

My pleasure!

[@MyraGalentine84]

This is a great tutorial and you did a fantastic job of explaining both types! Can’t wait to start mine now. Thank you!

[@HandsOnDesign]

Thank you!

[@sharonpatnode454]

Awesome thank you

[@HandsOnDesign]

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[@richardallen1391]

You made this look so easy, thanks a bunch! Janine

[@HandsOnDesign]

So glad!

[@kanikis6503]

Fantastic new design and series HOD!!! :) And awesome tutorial as always... You're just so good at video's and tutorials!!! Love it... xoxo

[@HandsOnDesign]

Thank you!

[@lindadonzello9392]

Thank you so much for showing these stitch’s from left to right. I stitch in hand using the Victoria stitch and left to right is usual for me 1 stitch at a time. The majority of written instructions are opposite of this. Thank you! I’ll buy the charts for those specialty stitch instructions!

[@HandsOnDesign]

I'm glad that works for you!

[@alfredpratt9373]

Thank you 😄

[@HandsOnDesign]

You're welcome 😊

[@barbarawoodard4731]

Your tutorial is amazing!!!! Now I’m ordering this pattern

[@HandsOnDesign]

Enjoy!

[@barbszczesniak8619]

Good job Sally. I'm met you at the Pep Rally. I'm your aunts friend.

[@WendeeNeilson]

OM Gosh Cathy, you are amazing. I’ve been stuck using Aida as I have not figured how to use Lugana even thought I’ve watch several videos but I start and get lost. UNTIL this video and maybe the angle you did this but I have finally, finally almost done with a small on 28 count Lugana. My comfort was 18 count Aida and now after your amazing tutorial on specialty stitches, I graduated. And my stitch had nothing to do with specialty stitches. Thank you.

[@HandsOnDesign]

You can do it!

[@AllisonNorris13]

My mom always uses pearl cotton #12 for lacing her pieces... so if you don't have upholstery thread... you could use your extra pearl cotton for lacing:-)

[@HandsOnDesign]

Yes, that works great too! I find it best for smaller pieces. I used to use it when lacing for framing. The cotton has a bit more 'give'. It's always good in a pinch tho!

[@chrisg.5986]

Great demo!

[@HandsOnDesign]

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[@sandrawaltemire6167]

Amazing tutorial. I had never heard of a waste knot! It is a game changer. Can't wait to start Spring Folk!!!

[@HandsOnDesign]

Wonderful!

[@wendyneal4900]

Hi Cathy!

[@HandsOnDesign]

Hey there!

[@valeriebarber5302]

Great job. I have done years of needlepoint and used many specialty stitches. Very similar to aida. I'm old and linen too difficult to see. Also similar to crewel. Maybe a brighter thread would be easier to see for the geezers. I liked that you were to the point. 10+

[@susancash18]

Have you done a basic video on how to crossstitch on linen? That would be very helpful too, for beginner stitchers like me. Thank you so much! You’re a great teacher.

[@debrakemp1840]

Yes, please! I would be very interested in this as well. You are a fantastic teacher on camera, the very BEST I’ve watched so far 👏. I absolutely love the idea of adding specialty stitches for texture and interest.

[@HandsOnDesign]

I will definitely think about it - I know there are a lot of the out there!! ❤️❤️

[@pattyso]

Nice tutorial

[@HandsOnDesign]

Thank you!

[@auraperez6156]

I got the fabric to do all three at the pep rally from Stephanie. Today I bought the DMC thread and can you believe that I cannot find way I stashed the rest of pearl cotton #12, I put it in solace that I could find it and who knows where it is. I am going to have to buy another spool. I am sure as soon as I get home with the new one, I will find the old one

[@HandsOnDesign]

Do what I do - stop looking for it & then it magically appears!

[@auraperez6156]

@@HandsOnDesign yeap but just in case I ordered

[@joymg9143]

Loved the tutorial. I love the waste knot idea. Now I want to try specialty stitches. After stitching for thirty years but never having anyone teach me I’m learning how to clean up my backside of my stitching the last few years and learning new stuff. You’re one of my favorite designers and I watch your flosstubes all the time but just discovered you have a bunch of tutorial. Say what? Well guess how I’m spending my weekend. Haha.

[@HandsOnDesign]

It's always fun to learn new things!

[@marciaacker-missall3632]

Compliment and a QUESTION- Much appreciated tutorial on several specialty stitches for your new cross stitch series "FOLK" inspired. Your step by step on camera examples with ongoing commentary are priceless and I learned so much. Thank you! PS...I am self taught cross stitcher with no in person needlework shop to get to. I stitch only on 36ct. to 46ct linen. How is Even Weave different from linen?

[@HandsOnDesign]

Linen, or what we commonly refer to as linen is a natural fiber - made from Flax. The woven threads have the natural tendencies of the fiber ie. thick & thin spots in the threads as well as the occasional 'slub' (which we have to incorporate into our stitches). Evenweave fabrics are usually a blend of natural & manmade or even 100% manmade, The woven threads are even...giving it the reference of evenweave. The natural fibers in linen can be creased easily with finger pressing or an iron - this is often helpful when you are doing certain types of finishes. Evenweave fabrics don't respond to finger pressing in the same manner. Both are lovely to stitch on - I tend more toward linen out of a personal preference (but that doesn't mean I won't us an evenweave!)

[@vanessabryce]

I love these stitches…it’s like embroidery with cross stitch but having a definite place to start! I love texture too and these look so great with your piece!❤

[@HandsOnDesign]

Yes - the texture is key!

[@rhondazamora8136]

I am so thankful that you have included instructions for us Aida stitchers. Thanks so much for the extra work making the adaptations. You make the specialty stitches look easy and I would love to join in on all the fun. This chart is adorable. I need them all!

[@HandsOnDesign]

You are so welcome!

[@evacostigan7697]

Thank you! I love the texture that the specialty stitches add to the project. Thank you for showing us how to do them. It’s great video for visual learners. Can’t wait to do this chart.

[@HandsOnDesign]

You are so welcome!

[@kerrihunter6865]

Wow, you made this look doable, just love it. Thank you for explaining those specialty stitches.

[@HandsOnDesign]

You are so welcome!

[@stoneroadstitching]

great job sharing the directions to make the speciality stitches. Thanks so much!😊😊

[@HandsOnDesign]

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[@betsywise4948]

Love u r showing how to do speciality stitches. Thxs

[@HandsOnDesign]

You are welcome 😊

[@DeeAZstitcher]

I saw the 4 finishes as a sneak peek during Nashville Market, so pretty & love the 141 Design board AND specialty stitches!!! They are easy to follow and I do waste knots too, yet scare some folks. I did a Rhodes heart years ago, it came out Great. Hope no one is afraid, if I can do them, You all can do them. Great piece!!! Thanks for the tutorial.

[@HandsOnDesign]

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[@mariannecowley]

Such a great tutorial! I love learning new things in stitching! Your explanations were so helpful and I had never heard of the waste knot. Thanks for sharing! ❤

[@HandsOnDesign]

Glad it was helpful!

[@lindaholland683]

Thank you for the demonstration.. greatly appreciated.

[@HandsOnDesign]

You are welcome!

[@MaxineUtter-sf5yh]

Thank you for this tutorial. You are the best!

[@HandsOnDesign]

You're very welcome!

[@trudybaker861]

I haven’t done specialty stitches before, but you made it look so easy. I am still waiting for my chart to arrive so I can get started with this! Thanks

[@HandsOnDesign]

You can do it!

[@RescuedStitches]

Great video! And love your sense of humor on IG! Thank you for sharing 😉

[@HandsOnDesign]

You are so welcome!

[@sueb1828]

Will the other 3 seasons be using the same fabric color & count? If yes, I would buy all the linen at one time.

[@HandsOnDesign]

Yes, all 4 will be on the same linen!

[@betsywise4948]

Do u mind pls on telling us the brand of scissors?

[@HandsOnDesign]

I will very soon!!! I'm testing them out for a company! ;)

[@susanspratling]

Thank you so much for the tutorial. I had one question what size needle did you use with the pearl cotton?

[@kathytansey2486]

Yes same here ? Also if using Aida do I still use the same thread, the 12 weight I believe you said? Thanks for this great video!

[@HandsOnDesign]

Yes, the same thread weight - that's what I used in the video & really liked the coverage!

[@HandsOnDesign]

I was using a sz 26 - that's what I pretty much use all of the time

[@susanspratling]

@@HandsOnDesign thank you so much!!

[@chriswashburn9039]

Are all four samplers going to be stitched on the driftwood fabric?

[@HandsOnDesign]

They are!

[@beckyacosta2090]

Will we want a 2 inch or 3 inch margin when ordering Driftwood?

[@HandsOnDesign]

A 2 " will work just fine

[@PositivelyJane]

So cute - can you share the fabric name and source?

[@HandsOnDesign]

Hmm... I will have to go look - it is listed on the back of the pattern!!

[@PositivelyJane]

@@HandsOnDesign thanks - I can look when I get the pattern

[@theresachucle5362]

😊🧵🪡🤗🤩

[@HandsOnDesign]

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