Flosstube Extra: Tips & Tricks part 2

[@stitch2659]

For floss drops, I've also seen people use pretty dollar store folders like what kids use in school. If you want more permanent labels on these, you can use a label maker; for less permanent ones, you can use removal price sticker-type ones, like you might use when pricing yard sale items. The telescoping magnet pick-up tools can also be found in most automotive tools sections in places like Walmart, Advance Auto, Auto Zone, etc. You'd be surprised what toys the boys have kept secret from us over the years! Walmart has them for about $2, but they also sell a set with the magnet tool, a magnetic bowl and a flexible mini claw pick-up tool. You might kind of browse through places like Lowe's, Home Depot, Auto Zone, etc., because you can find a LOT of tools & gadgets that can be used for stitching & they don't always have to cost a fortune. Dollar Tree is another good place to look around. They have fabric steering wheel covers there for about $1.25 that can be repurposed as grime guards. For the manicure scissors you get in your kits, instead of tossing them when they get dull, Hobby Lobby sells small scissors sharpeners for around $6. They fit perfectly in my bobbin box with my scissors, seam ripper, a manicure stick (for turning points in small sewing projects), etc. I don't know if these tips may be a help, but I thought I'd share. God Bless & Happy Stitching! 😄

[@CrossMyStitches]

Lots of great tips and ideas. Thank you for sharing them!! ❤️

[@ChristineValle-i5k]

I have nicknamed you the Einstein of cross stitchers. I learn something practical from every session I watch.

[@CrossMyStitches]

🤣🤣🤣 I love it!! Makes my heart happy to know you are enjoying the videos. Jacque

[@dragonflycait7184]

Me too!

[@dragonflycait7184]

Love your voice. You make everything so sensible.

[@CrossMyStitches]

Thank you for your kind comments!

[@janniestanley]

I’m dumbfounded! You provided so many unique tips here! Now I have to find Part 1! Most of the tips in this video I’ve never heard before. And how you came up with some of them… well you’re a genius! Thx so much! Keep them coming!

[@CrossMyStitches]

Thank you for all your kind words! I am thrilled to help other stitchers enjoy this wonderful hobby. 🪡🪡🪡

[@MamaEuny]

I just found you, and I am so happy! I love how practical you are! So many of my stitching friends have all the "fancy" accessories. I'd much rather spend my money on more charts, fabrics, and overdyed flosses. Thank you for all your tips!

[@CrossMyStitches]

So glad you are hear and found the video informative. It is all the about the stitching and now so much about the next greatest tool or gadget. 🪡🪡🪡

[@MEAScrap]

I love your Tips & Tricks! Although I have been stitching for many years, I always learn something from your videos. I so appreciate you doing them and look forward to every one. I have to get the supplies for the beading ring and the clamps for my scroll rod - both are genius!

[@CrossMyStitches]

Wonderful! Thank you for your kind words. ❤️

[@diamondsandthings]

You can put washi tape on the containers, then put your label on top, they will come off. Artdot has bead containers too, I think they maybe less than what you bought. This was a great video for me. Thanks for sharing.

[@CrossMyStitches]

Thank you for sharing that info and I will look into it. Happy stitching! Jacque

[@judiswank82]

I loved the hoop tip. I tried and am enjoying stitching that way. Thank you.

[@josephinemelendez8221]

Like your scissors holder

[@CrossMyStitches]

thank you

[@sueb1828]

Another great Flosstube on Tips & Tricks! My favorite tips were the acrylic lipstick holder & Morgan hoops. I purchased the mini seam ripper from your Tips & Tricks part 2 and the little rub end is great! TFS.

[@CrossMyStitches]

So glad you find the informative Sue. 😁

[@loriirons9503]

What an excellent video full of more tips that you so graciously shared with us, thank you!!

[@CrossMyStitches]

So glad it was helpful! Thanks for watching. 😀

[@s23lock94]

Such great tips, thank you! My favourite is the beading ring 😊

[@CrossMyStitches]

You are so welcome! Glad you found the video informative. 🪡🪡🪡

[@TheCraftyCataloger]

As always, you are full of great ideas and tips! Thanks for sharing!!

[@CrossMyStitches]

You are so welcome!

[@MsRealYankee]

Love all your tips! I have the circle template in my graphic art supplies. You are a wealth of info and thank you so much for sharing. 😊

[@CrossMyStitches]

Thank you. Glad you find the videos helpful. 😁

[@elysbethcarson4113]

Great tip about the Morgan hoop alignment.🎉

[@CrossMyStitches]

Glad it was helpful!

[@annettemcateer1599]

Oh my gosh You should have heard me when you showed “stitching in the well” I have the exact some problems that you described This is a game changer for me. Thank you for this video and for your first Tips and Tricks video which I also gleaned tricks from😊

[@CrossMyStitches]

You are so welcome! Thank you for watching. 🪡🪡🪡

[@wm2789]

Hi Jacque, just watched your video. I have been watching them for about 3 months. Glad I found you. Thanks for your tips. Yaya ❤

[@CrossMyStitches]

So pleased you are enjoying the videos. Thanks for watching! 🪡🧵🪡

[@leslieprice9224]

This video was fantastic, jam packed w great tips! Huge thank you!

[@CrossMyStitches]

You are so welcome! Thank you for watching. 😁🪡🧵

[@kathynewhart6738]

Hi Jackie :-)) thx so much for taking the time to do this video!!! Your tricks and tips are fantastic!!!

[@CrossMyStitches]

Thanks so much! 😊

[@andrealoconto-du8ic]

Thank you so very much for all these great tips.Very helpful Video.

[@CrossMyStitches]

Awesome!

[@SusanBautch]

I found the magnet at the dollar tree for 1.25

[@andrea_can_2]

Love all these tips. Thank you for doing this! When you showed the Morgan hoop fit trick I stopped the video and looked at my Morgan. I noticed that there are 4 places on both the inner and outer hoop that have small circle marks. When I lined those up, super tight fit. But I can’t seem to find the tightening tool you showed. Do you remember where you got it?

[@CrossMyStitches]

www.quilterswarehouse.com/twist-ease-tool thanks for watching!!

[@andrea_can_2]

@@CrossMyStitches Thank you!

[@danafollowwell2159]

Thank you for a great video. Lots of good tips and information. Can you please tell me where you bought your scissor fob? I love it.

[@CrossMyStitches]

It was a gift from a friend. Thanks for watching!

[@SchoolBusStitcher]

I purchased the clip on clamps. How do you flip to the back to bury threads? I like that the clamps hold firmly except when the table is very thick. Any advice on using them would be greatly appreciated! Great tips on your video!!

[@CrossMyStitches]

Flipping back can be a pain! I will release one side and flip over. I also will start and stop on the front with the pin stitch. I really isn't noticeable when you complete your stitches. Jacque

[@SchoolBusStitcher]

@@CrossMyStitches thank you

[@CrossMyStitches]

I have an idea of buying a 1x2 piece of wood at Lowes and making 2 L shaped pieces to go in each clamp. Hopefully I will show what I am talking about in my next video. Stay tuned..

[@SchoolBusStitcher]

@@CrossMyStitches I will be anxious to see if that helps. I will stay tuned!

[@jacquelineleibfried4691]

Thanks for sharing

[@lynnmitch]

How do you know what's the top of the fabric? Is selvage always the side?

[@CrossMyStitches]

Since these fabrics are the same all the way around, there is not a top. You can turn your fabric any way you wish and call it the top. That is unless the is a design on the fabric dictating where the top is. 🪡🧵🪡

[@kathypatterson481]

Can you tell me the name of the sampler at the introduction of this video? Thanks

[@CrossMyStitches]

The one at the very top is Autumn Bouquet by Blackbird Designs. It is out of print. I hope that is the one you are asking about. Thanks for watching! 🪡🪡🪡

[@mary-louw2946]

THANK YOU!