LIVE: Robin Pickens Forest Frolic Trunk Show & Stitching Progress! - FlossTube 207

[@FatQuarterShopFlossTube]

The winners from FlossTube #207 are Lesli Swearigen, Diane Mcclure and Pam Peterson.

[@gabyf001]

I love the new patterns by Robin! ❤ And it was so nice to see frames that aren't from Hobby lobby for those of us who don't want to shop there. Thank you for sharing!🙂

[@reader1869]

Congratulations to Jordon for a job well done on his stitching projects. I didn’t think I would like linen at first, but after working with it for a few projects, I love it!

[@stitcherwiththelaughingface]

Love Robin’s new designs! As someone who stitched for YEARS with a floor stand and roller bars, I didn’t know about stitching in hand until recently, but I love it! Thanks for sharing all the great items! My birthday is coming up, so I need to start a (long) list!

[@sharondavis768]

I love, love, love the tea dyed Monaco. I started using it about two years ago when I needed a good color to stich on for my Prairie Schooler yearly Santas and FQS had it in stock. I'm working on my 5th Santa and the more I stitch, the more I enjoy working on it. Great color, and very easy to stitch "in hand". So glad you like it too!

[@carrotcakestitcher]

Thanks for sharing all of your beautiful projects. I have never enjoyed using a hoop or q-snap but love the Nurge hoops so much! I have them in all sizes!!! I resisted buying a magnifier lamp for a long time but its the best thing I've ever bought & I love mine!!!! ❤

[@susancuriel5850]

Thanks for highlighting the new designer from Robin Pickens. Love the fall colors. One of the best tools that I didn’t think was needed is the Unstitcher. Always used a regular needle to pick out stitches but this tool is so effective and I like the handle on it. I now own 2 of them.

[@bradcarter4914]

Magnifiers that fit like glasses. I don't stitch without them now. Awesome video. I always look forward to watching you and miss you when you are there (but certainly understand your need for time to do other things). Will have to try this fabric - I love the color. Nancy

[@catg8063]

Thanks for a great video! I so enjoy watching you being you. Being honest about products and if you don't understand something, you say it. Thank you! I wasn't sure if the 'sweet snips' would cut smoothly but they are wonderful! Thanks again!

[@lanaro2206]

Really find needle minders great!! No more lost needles. Thanks for another fabulous video. Enjoyed seeing all the new charts.

[@Michelle_Myers]

I was always stitching on 14 count aida, but I have come to love stitching on higher count aida and even weaves. I also used to use DMC floss spool holders which I didn't really care for, so I tried the floss-bitties from FQs. I LOVE THEM!! I put the color numbers on them and hold them all together with binder rings. Thank you for the great showing of Robbin Pickens new patterns. I can't wait to try some of them. I also immediately ordered Erica Michael's A Bee C's as soon as I saw it was in stock!! Such an exciting Flosstube Live!!!💕💕💕💕💕

[@beachchell9449]

I learned to stitch in a hoop and did so for years, then I tried stitching in hand and haven’t looked back. I am also hooked on the loop method thanks to you.

[@Kathleen_Pepper]

Thank you Robin Pickens for designing some amazing Autumn cross stitch patterns that don’t rely on pumpkins and scarecrows! I usually steer clear of them but will be stitching at least three of these!

[@cherman3952]

I didn't think I would like 40 count linen (I usually use 28, 30 or 32) but I tried it recently and love it! I stitch with 1 floss thread over 2 linen threads, and I like the ease of having only one thread. I was surprised I could actually see the holes fine. So glad I gave it a try! Thank you for your videos and business!

[@meadowrobin7511]

I enjoyed your Floss Tube today! Robin Pickens designs are heading to my wish list. Bitty Boards have changed my life - in both my quilting and cross stitch projects. How did I ever get along without them, eh?! Lori Holts tutorial is excellent, and I have made made a ton of them!

[@rockiey]

I began cross stitching last last December and struggled with knotting floss until I found the Unstitcher. This little tool is my favorite and was a game changer for me whenever I had a knot in the floss. I never had to cut it when all I have to do is gently pick at the floss and it would come out. Also, no more tears if I had made a mistake in a stitch because now I can unstitch it neatly and not ruin my fabric. I love this little tool and I have 2 of them. One in each of my notion tins in my project bags.

[@sandiarnold6707]

Lots of good stitching info Thank you Kimberly and staff The thing I was surprised thinking I would not like is your chalkboard black. It really is better and thank you for carrying in 14 count. The other this is samplers I didn't think I want to stitch, but the more I see, the more I want to stitch one. Hasn't happened yet

[@VeronicaB10]

Beautiful designs from Robin! The magnetic pattern holder, I thought it was an unnecessary tool but now I love it!

[@joyducker7585]

I just got back to stitching a couple of years ago after about a 15-year break. There are so many new products, designers, etc it was a little overwhelming...lol. I am loving using floss drops and project bags!!! Always used ziplock bags and bobbins before.

[@debbierice1363]

Actually the first time I tried cross stitch was after checking out your floss tube video on flea market flowers. ( I was I was an avid watcher of quilt you tube videos at the time. ). I never thought I would enjoy cross stitch even though use to do embroidery, but here I am a couple years later wanting to cross stitch as much as piece and quilt. So my answer is cross stitch..lol

[@barbolivieri-soshesewsquil4867]

One thing I really didn't think I would need/like are project bags, of all things! I make all of mine and am finding so many different textiles that I can use to reduce my stash!

[@colleenyork8588]

Loved Robin's designs! I didn't think I would like using a light with magnifier but I love being able to see without straining my eyes.

[@KimberlyL1958]

Great video, Kimberly! I never thought I would love the line keeper magnet as much as I do. I thought it would annoy me to slide down the magnet on my paper pattern but it’s actually quite easy.

[@sharonbeck-hl7cf]

Thank you Kimberly for spending time with us. The one tool I like best, in fact I bought a second one I’d Lori Holt’s Un-Stitcher, couldn’t live without it! That tray may well be something else I won’t be able to live without, I ordered one today.

[@susanhernandez7770]

I love the Pat Carson needles, I didn’t think I could ever change. But, a friend at a retreat gave me a ball tip needle, and I love it! I wish you carried them. I’m going to try the Monaco for sure.❤

[@theresewestover3290]

Two things I didn’t think were necessary were the cross stitch key & needle minders. The cross stitch key makes starting so much easier & now I keep a needle minder on the table & put my needle on it when changing threads. No more lost needles…..well almost. Lol 😊

[@Ashley34600]

Kimberly, your makeup is so flattering!! I think you should try Lori's tapestry needles!!!!!!!! SO easy to thread & I've never bent a single one!

[@jackielynch5970]

I didn’t think I would like stitching on chalk board fabric as I was afraid I wouldn’t be able to see. Love it. Works great.

[@CherylMcGregor]

Cohana scissors have lacquered resin handles. The snips are metal with a silk braid wrapped around them.

[@sandraswitzer9419]

I returned to cross stitching after about 25 years... I was strictly using Aida 14 count. But I joined the Stictching with the Housewives Quartely and received 28 count even weave in the kit and wow was I reticent to use it... Surprisingly I liked it...Some getting used to plus I found rather than stitching in hand I returned to a hoop for 28 count. Plus it was very soft so had some trial and error but conquered it ( of course with a Daylight)... Its fun to move away from a comfort zone and surprise yourself!

[@sueb1828]

I never thought I would like Lugana because it is not a natural fiber. I tried it it and love it! I have not tried Monaco yet. Love the new Robin Pickens designs. TFS.

[@deannawahlman1036]

The Cohana scissors are made with a special Japanese method of what we would call plastic with many layers and then layers of lacquer over that. So happy you will be carrying their products. I own several pairs of the small scissors and 2 of the larger dressmaker type ones. I do have a pair of those snips with the wrapped handles but don’t use around my cross stitch only snipping when quilt piecing. Best to you. Love your videos.

[@PSUGirl989]

I enjoy stitching on black evenweave. I thought it would be tough to do, but I really enjoy it. Got me out of my comfort zone of using Aida all the time. Congratulations to Jordan on a finish. It was adorable! Happy Stitching!

[@BA-ng9bx]

I absolutely adore Robbin Picken's fabrics!She is my all time favorite designer. Cool to see her doing cross stitch.❤

[@ellenfischer7699]

Thank you for showing all the new patterns and notions. I was surprised that I loved the Q-Snap. I usually stitch in hand but the Q-Snap is a great alternative.

[@kristineobrien3870]

I really like the Robin Pickens fabric collection as well as her new stitch patterns!!! I found that I really enjoy doing larger stitch pieces. I thought they would be boring after a while but I quite enjoy working on large items.

[@kristenvigne3590]

I didn’t think I’d like an led light but it’s a game changer for my aging eyes. I love and adore the light I chose.

[@suejameson1517]

Love Robin’s designs! And its 14 count with IKEA frames. Even better!

[@SmilingDaisy_]

Hi Kimberly and team!!! Thank you for such an informative episode. i love the Mod Bloom Box and Peaceful Posy Wreath by Robin Pickens, they are now on my wish list. One cross stitch product that I didn't think I would like but I love is the K's Creations baby z-frame. People either love it or hate it but I find it to be perfect for what I need, the counter-balance screw is what makes it work for both q-snaps and nurge frames. I also like how it folds flat so I can take it back and forth to work with me so i can work on it during my lunch break.

[@daniellehuggins6316]

I didn’t think I would like the unstitch tool that came in a stitch quarterly because I always use my needle to unstitch if I need to. I love that little thing. The length is great for getting those stitches out with ease. Great little tool.

[@trishcarpenter8934]

For me switching from Black Aida to Chalkboard Black was a happy surprise. No need to change out the thread colors that the designer listed as the colors pop just as nicely as if on black. My eyes recently changed to a point that even with my special lighting, I could not see the dang holes on the black Aida. So I keep stitching on! Thank you Kimberly and team for another great video!

[@vickiinkansas1399]

I thought the Clover dome needle holder was an odd notion, but being one that loves all the gadgets, I bought it. I love using it when I’m stitching on a monochromatic piece. It’s so nice to thread 10 needles at a time and be able to stitch for hours before needing to thread needles again.

[@lynnscroggins7104]

Thank you! Love Robin’s new patterns! Honestly, my surprise thing I like is doing cross stitch at all! I stitched over 30 years ago and got really bored with it. Now I love it! I love that there are all these new fabrics to stitch on. Haven’t tried Monaco so I would love to give it a try!

[@hollymartin2970]

Love Robin Pickens’ new fall designs! Thanks for another great video! I have to admit I didn’t think the Unstitcher tool would be a winner but I LOVE it!!! It’s so much easier to frog stitches with the unstitcher than it is a needle! Kudos to whomever came up with that idea! ❤

[@kathymerner6402]

I didn't think I'd like stitching on the chalkboard black aida. But, like many things in life, it has its place. Thanks for all your videos.

[@blendaorga1]

I end up loving the floss rings after using the bobbins for my floss for years and years. I love how quick and beautiful it looks also

[@sherylmurchison2715]

I have only stitched on Aida. I did try evenweave and didn’t care for it, so I have not yet branched out on anything new. I did not realize that Monaco was stiff, so I will need to give that a try. Thanks for all you do! I have learned so much!

[@pampeterson3092]

I have mostly been an Aida stitcher and I still struggle with linen. However, recently I have stitched on 28 count even weave with ease and enjoyment. Robin Pickens new autumn charts are so cute, I will be adding these to my stash.

[@FatQuarterShopFlossTube]

Congratulations Pam! You are one of the winners from FlossTube #207. You will be receiving Tea Dyed 28 Count Monaco 20" x 24" Cross Stitch Cloth. Please send your name and address to [e-mail] by Sunday, August 6th to claim your prize. Thank you!

[@raylenemiller9625]

I didn’t think that I would like or use needle minders because I’m good about keeping track of my needles. But they came in my stitch quarterly and I love the cuteness so much that I’ve converted.

[@noraverheyen5506]

I didn't think that I would like any other fabric but Aida. I am working on a 25 count fabric and I love it.

[@donnaboyd5108]

I didn't think I would enjoy the Nurge embroidery hoop. Anytime I am stitching on a softer fabric or linen I use it and have enjoyed it so much. While I like to stitch in hand, I find that my stitches are not as consistent on the softer or flimsier fabrics so the smaller size Nurge hoop is my go to. So happy that I tried this product.

[@aprilspolnicki1699]

I didn't think I'd like stitching on black, but found out I love how the colors pop on it and it's not as hard to stitch on as I thought. And I was looking for a way to keep my paper patterns from getting destroyed and found the Knitters Pride Pattern Holders are magnetic and I love that I can travel with the large or the small one and my patterns stay clean and wrinkle free. I wasn't sure it would work or if I'd like it and I absolutely love it!

[@nancy-katharynmcgraw2669]

I have recently tried Fabric Flair (overdyed) with stitching in hand technique, for the first time & absolutely love the drape! Thanks Kimberly & FQS TEAMS for another fun & interesting LiveStream!

[@joyceclowser3371]

Great video!! I love everything!! LOL I did not think I would like magnification (Halo Go) as I have motion sickness. I LOVE IT!! I even use on 14 count! I can’t stitch without it! Happy stitching!!!❤

[@LynnT42]

Actually didn’t think I’d like stitching in hand but the clips make it easier to hold the extra fabric and I’ve loved using them. Thank you for another informative show Kimberly and Team! FQS is awesome! My go to to store! ❤

[@elizabethheer2757]

I am getting so inspired for fall stitching! My most brilliant find is the Daylight portable mag light. It's made a huge difference for me. I'm thinking I would like to try the Monaco. I've been struggling with finding/skipping holes in linen.

[@bethtruex3613]

Love the new designer, especially her fall designs. I never thought I would use a magnifier or light, now I cannot stitch without either!

[@juliemiller6920]

Thank you for all of the wonderful information. So glad to see a new designer and am excited to stich some of her designs. The line keeper is a stitchy life-saver for me. Love it!

[@jnlfamily2]

I am an Aida stitcher. I can’t see very well even with magnification. I ordered 25 Ct by Lori holt and I love stitching on it. It’s stiff enough and I can see the holes with magnification. I’m ordering Robin Picken’s patterns, as I’m a fan of all her quilt designs. Also, love that we can now select all the floss when we order patterns with just one click!!!!

[@juliannaburgess9177]

I bought a Lori Holts seed pack/ pumpkin kit. I was SURPRISED for the fabric quality, exceeding any fabric that I have ever used. Soft, glides under the zipper foot when sewing. TRULY a pleasure to sew. GOOD JOB Jordan! You're NOT OCD... it's taking pride in what you do.

[@rebeccaallcorn5758]

Current tool favorites....Lori Holt's Un-picker and Nurge hoops. The hoops hold the fabric tight and secure for projects that are too large to stitch in hand. Great for 32 and 36 count fabrics.

[@kerensapink6865]

One pattern I was working on called for Belle Soie thread so I went for it, and absolutely loved it! I won’t use it for everything because I have more DMC that I know what to do with, but it was a great discovery! I have tried new fabric too thanks to floss tube ❤ and now I love using Monaco and Lugana (but my new favorite is Jobelan)!

[@lizg9022]

I love hand dyed aida and I love floss drops - I didn’t think I’d like them. I love your channel!!

[@eveburge2415]

Loved the new patterns and needleminders - especially the flamingo. I like stitching on Aida but started using 16ct but the colors were limited. One of the ladies at The Attic (sorry but I live in Phoenix) suggested 32ct Lugana and I loved it. I love the weight and feel. Since I've used many other fabrics but only if I can't get what I want in Aida or Lugana

[@cupcakegranny]

I never thought I would ever use linen, let alone 40 count linen. I love evenweave and was very content using that. But then I wanted to challenge myself and the project would be huge if I use an evenweave, so I took the plunge and bought the 40 count linen and I am loving it. I am loving stitching with 1 strand and I never thought I would.

[@joanmorris7135]

I never thought that I'd like smaller hoops for stitching. I don't like having to move my hoop, and I like seeing the full canvas so to speak. But I just had a corner left on a big project and fitting it into stitching range in a larger hoop was difficult. Fortunately, on a whim (or maybe it was OCD), I had purchased all the sizes of the wooden Nurge hoops, which I absolutely love. Turns out, I love a smaller hoop after all. Nice to know there's a place for all sizes. My other thing isn't really a device, but one day I was stitching with a friend and I finished one section and needed to restart elsewhere with a short piece of floss. I said I hate having to start when I'll only be able to do a few stitches. She said, "You don't have to." Lightbulb moment. Changed my life. It might be a little wasteful, but come on, how much was I really saving?

[@5lsmith]

I do a lot of crafts that I need scissors for so I didn’t think of one over another until I tried the sweet snip scissors. Now I have like a dozen of them and can’t/won’t use any others to cut my threads whether I’m quilting, cross stitching or hand sewing, sweet snips are my go to!

[@tamrapearce237]

Thanks for sharing Robin’s pattern,love them. My magnifying lamp makes my stitching so much easier. Happy stitching.

[@maureenlopez9266]

I have 2 products I was on the fence about using but they turned out great for me. One is 25ct lugana. I thought the stitches would be too big, but they're not, and I love that I can stitch on it easily enough without magnification. I like it for projects with dense stitching. The other tool is the Unstitcher by Lori Holt. I wasn't sure if I'd be wasting money on it when my needle was doing an ok job of frogging for me, but this little tool is awesome. It does a much more efficient job of frogging and provides a weight that the needle doesn't have to prevent it from flying out of my hand when a stitch gets snagged while being unpicked. Best little tool ever!

[@debbiejames4360]

I love the patterns by Robin Pickens, especially the Acorns.

[@Sewmena918]

Wow, I love all of the Robin Pickens patterns. So modern❤ I also love the stiff fabric for stitching.

[@Dyanwil2]

Thank you Kimberly and FQS team. I learn so much from your videos …. Every single one of them! All thanks to Diane at Silver Creek Samplers, my recent purchase of a Vivilux clip on magnifier has surprised me. I definitely need to get a combo magnifier and light but until then, this magnifier has significantly improved my stitching and the size fabric I’m able to stitch on.

[@janetbeyea]

I didn’t think I would like MagEyes which my aunt used to see her needlepoint. I tried them and they are just perfect for me. They are light weight to wear and I can easily look over the top to watch TV. They look dorky but work! I love 28 count Monaco because it is nice and stiff. I stitch all my Prairie Schooler Santas on tea dyed 28 count.

[@DeeAZstitcher]

I recently purchased by Dritz, the Snag Nab-It tool. I weave my thread tails, and once in a while I get a bit of a thread fuzzy pop through to the front, and this tool sends it right back to the Back side. I also like using a magnetic board to hold my chart.

[@reneereinhardt9669]

I really like the un-picker that came in a stitch quarterly bag. Never would have purchased that item, but found it to be very useful.

[@amydornbush8992]

Love the new patterns. The un-stitcher is a huge help.

[@phapy2451]

I would say the tools that improved and impressed me was buying a good light, wow I could stitch at night, and buying a good quality needles, switching from DMC to Bohin made a difference! Happy stitching!!!

[@happystitcher1895]

The best tool I have, is the Unstitcher!!! Thank you for all you share with us. You encourage us to step out of our comfort zones and try new things.

[@loribowen5160]

Thanks for all your information!!! Floss drops. Always used the plastic or paper mini bobbins for DMC.

[@kathygallagher7283]

Thx so much! My most recent favorite tool is the unstitcher. I’ve come to rely on it whenever I have an issue stitching.

[@crossstitcher2236]

I never thought that I would like hoops. But now I can’t live without them! Thanks for another great video!

[@carolsiegle3254]

Sure like the Halloween cross stitch. Enjoy watching you, can doing a little of everything, thanks. Love all the information , tips you show us. Carolann says Hello from Minnesota ❤😊

[@sharonrobinson9958]

I have two things that I have fell in love with; the Un-Stitcher- it is amazing & the sweet snips scissors are fantastic. I use both everyday & they both are quality products for a great price!!! ❤️💫✨🌟

[@lesleebarrow7317]

I love the little tool for poking out the corners when you’re making pillows. And love Robin Pickens patterns.

[@makinitwithmichelle]

I love the Robin Pickens patterns!! I can’t wait to stitch them. I actually enjoyed stitching on the chalkboard black Aida - I was nervous about stitching on dark fabric and it was awesome.

[@Kathleen_Pepper]

I actually didn’t think I’d like Aida. Back when I started (the first time) Aida wasn’t all that great and pretty much it had to be linen. But now that my eyes aren’t 23 any more, I looove all the gorgeous Aida we can get.

[@vallang4832]

Me too.

[@dedelambert]

I received a needle minder from Fat Quarter Shop as a gift. Now, I can't do without it. I have lost so many needles in the past but no more!

[@stitchatmidnight]

I always thought needle minders were a waste of money, but I received one as a gift and now I love needle minders!

[@jillmisenhimer419]

I tried using evenweave after I got back into stitching after a 20 year break. I just couldn’t do it. But after watching Priscilla and Chelsea I tried Monaco. I think 🤔 finally got the hang of it, but I can’t stitch on it in the car or plane. I still like using Aida. I found some white Monaco at Michaels, so I coffee tea dyed my own. Thanks for a great show Kimberly!! Love ❤️ your stitches

[@CLynne]

Stitching on Lugana is a new love for me. I use a small Morgan hoop to stitch with, and I am able to keep the fabric really taut in that hoop. I love the new cross stitch patterns from Robin Pickens.

[@judywing9897]

I’m stitching Robin’s fall designs and love the patterns and colors. I like Fiddler’s cloth and have used it for years.

[@lornahoward6491]

Sticky board is my favorite "tool" since returning to cross stitch- also charts in color are a great improvement! I love the fresh modern feel of Robin's cross stitch patterns and especially the colors!

[@StitchingonthePlains]

I with you Kimberly. I bought the tea dyed Monaco for SWTH Weight in stitch along. I had never used it and was not certain, but I love it. Where has it been all my life.

[@amyhudelson4662]

I stitch in hand for basically everything. I was working on a bell pull and the fabric was skinny and long so I pulled out a small scroll frame that I found at a garage sale and used that to keep the fabric out of my way. It worked great!

[@sheilasmith3977]

Enjoyed your show. I was very worried about the iridescent cloth but it was just fine when I stitched with it.

[@starfairycyp]

The item that I didn't think I would like were floss drops....I have put my floss on bobbins since the late 80's. But really like that they keep the floss straighter,,,,kink free. Love the new patterns from Robin

[@MeganRhoades1515]

Thank you for the shoutout Sweet T!💗 We miss you and can't wait to see you in October🎃🧙‍♀️

[@jerananelms1760]

I have tried so many things that I love. Ort container, thread catcher, small scissors, project bag, portfolio, rings for floss. Thanks Kimberly.

[@LillieElizabeth]

My I tried it and loved it was my Nurge hoop! I saw it on your video a while back and thought I would try but I didn’t expect to love it like I do! So happy you were back this week 💖

[@tammycoyle8512]

My favorite notion is probably thread magic. It helps my thread stay knot-free. Thanks.