DAY 7 || Jenny's Countdown To Christmas 2024 || MSQC Advent Quilt Box!

[@SewtheDistance]

Here's a link to the blog so you can follow along: www.sewthedistance.com/blog/countdown-to-christmas-2024 I update it the day after each video airs. ❤

[@lindashort4016]

I rarely comment, but I have to say your enthusiasm for opening is contagious, I love it. I also appreciate your adding the value of each day. Thanks for all you do!

[@SewtheDistance]

I’m so glad you’re enjoying it!

[@michelleswistak1389]

Your enthusiasm has made opening this box so much better. Lost my desire to even open the packages since my husband died. Thank you for just being you.

[@SewtheDistance]

Oh my goodness. I am so sorry for your loss. Hugs to you! The holidays must be especially hard. I am happy I can help some in comforting you. 🥰

[@janicek2860]

Kris is the only one I watch because she gets so excited.

[@lisaroper421]

I am so sorry for your loss. Here is an internet stranger praying for you.

[@jonifotheringham5436]

I am so sorry for your loss. I lost my husband at Christmas time 32 years ago. Such a painful time. Sending prayers and hugs your way. Grief is so personal. Give yourself grace while you navigate your way. Blessings to you ❤

[@michelleswistak1389]

@@lisaroper421 thank you, it means alot.

[@laurabuckles7961]

I love this fabric line. And this is going to sound weird I guess, but I kind of associate this box with my mom, as the first year they had it was when my mom passed away (2020), and I know she would've told me to get it to be from her. She was crazy about strawberries, I still have her strawberry kitchen containers and other things. So I kinda got a little weepy when I opened this one. It was like Mom saying "hi".

[@SewtheDistance]

Oh, my goodness! I am so very sorry for your loss. Hugs and love to you! I think it may just be a wink from her. How cool is that? 🥰

[@reaanneservia3866]

It’s unanimous Kris … you’re adorable and bring us all so much joy 😊 looking forward to day ten of Quiltmas 🎄

[@SewtheDistance]

Thank you for the kind words.

[@karenc6582]

I'm making a denim quilt and tried the clapper on those seams, and it works great. And I put two of my rulers that I use the most on it, and then laid my rotary cutter across it, and that works out really well on my cutting table. I'm loving this year's box so far and all your enthusiasm for it!

[@SewtheDistance]

I am so glad you are enjoying the box and the ruler holder/clapper! It is fun to use for different projects!

[@carolanngager1458]

I love your sweet little squeals!

[@l.huggins1678]

Kris, you are so much fun to watch! I get the biggest kick out of your very enthusiastic way of guessing and opening presents! This year’s box is awesome but you make it fun!👍🥳 Thanks for that.

[@SewtheDistance]

Oh thank you!

[@SallyChirio]

I think Clappers are usually made of maple or cherry 😊

[@donawadkins1906]

Every morning, I look forward to watching your video (that’s an understatement). It brings a smile to my face and joy into my heart. Thank you!

[@SewtheDistance]

You are so kind! I am glad you are enjoying the countdown with me!

[@kathleenrobinson1847]

Just found your channel because of a search for Jenny's Countdown to Christmas Box. You are providing more Holiday Joy! Thank you for this daily reveal. I can't wait to see what else is on your channel. Hope more sew people find your channel and that because of Jenny's box you can pick up more viewers. Thanks again and Merry Christmas!

[@SewtheDistance]

I am so glad you found my channel! Merry Christmas to you, too! 😊 Thanks for watching and the support.

[@dianefabec8157]

Other uses for the clapper etc.. item Is a pattern and phone stand. Thanks for the videos and evaluations. So much fun!!

[@SewtheDistance]

Thank you so much! I am so glad you are enjoying the videos. Ohhhh, that could be it! Great guess!

[@marionbarber984]

So Kris, you say you save the paper that the "gifts" come in. Does that mean you never have to buy wrapping paper to wrap presents for your family? 🤗😍. Pretty fabric. A Missouri Star Quilt podcast? Nifty! Marion

[@SewtheDistance]

🤔 LOL

[@9001012]

Great guess Kris ! 🎄

[@mariejohns1387]

I always watch you opening Jennys gifts every year because I love how excited you get!! Makes it fun!

[@SewtheDistance]

Awww. Thank you.

[@Pauline_Bees]

Love the charm pack- the prints are so cute! Can't wait to see what tomorrow brings. Watching your videos just makes the box all the more fun.

[@SewtheDistance]

So glad to have you watching.

[@teresafeltner8005]

My guess is a folding frame or easel. But I'm not very good at guessing...lol

[@SewtheDistance]

Oh, I think that’s a good guess!

[@dianehuntley2493]

I love Kris in whatever she does😊

[@SewtheDistance]

Awww. You're so sweet.😊❤️

[@klange1]

I've been using day 6 as a ruler rack more than a clapper! Thanks for sharing it's been fun!!

[@SewtheDistance]

It can be used both ways. Whatever you need more.

[@luvpugz9659]

I love your detailed critique of the clapper. I really love it and intend to use it to hold my mini cutting mat and 6” paper piecing ruler when I’m paper-piecing ❤

[@SewtheDistance]

I'm so glad you are enjoying the clapper - It's such a great item!

[@veronicavega5178]

Thank you for your joyous attitude. I am loving this box.

[@SewtheDistance]

I’m glad you’re loving it too!

[@ChristineKrannich]

Wow, each year gets better! That is a cute charm pack!

[@SewtheDistance]

I love it, too!

[@linvallier2269]

Gorgeous fabrics!! Your ‘guessing game’ is so much fun!!

[@SewtheDistance]

Thanks! I can’t wait to see what everyone guesses!

[@hollydaniels7465]

Love this fabric, almost bought it a couple of times in the past. I'm thinking bag supplies and pattern for tomorrow (but that may be wishful thinking, I need to replace my handbag soon sow bags are on my mind 😁).

[@SewtheDistance]

That could be it! I love the fabric, too! So pretty! Great guess at tomorrow's item.

[@barbaraking9033]

I love to watch you guessing the next gift.

[@SewtheDistance]

I enjoy guessing too.

[@reneeriley6629]

Thanks for your enthusiasm! It’s nice to see. Be Well

[@SewtheDistance]

You're welcome! I'm so excited about this box!

[@livingweirdestherc6644]

I like the fabric

[@redskyebc]

So happy I share my sewing room with my dogs; the pegs for my clapper seemed too large, but I pounded them in just fine with one of my dogs’ left over marrow bones!

[@SewtheDistance]

Haha. Good use.

[@carmenmullins8901]

I didn't think that wood piece was a clapper. I thought it was a ruler holder and a thread spool holder.

[@SewtheDistance]

It's similar to some clappers and also not finished which is why I think it could be a clapper too. 🤷‍♀️ 😊

[@suzannedougan4923]

I also really comment, but this particular item with the slots, I have a ruler holders, so I would’ve liked to have had one of these with just smooth on both sides, or maybe branded with a small Missouri star logo. Because I think you’re right as far as using the one side that is branded heavily on the other side has the slots and so what is that really gonna pull out? Do you have to use steam when you use this clapper?

[@SewtheDistance]

True! As far as using a clapper, you can use steam with it, but you don't have to. Hope this helps!

[@lynnstoudenmire8979]

I could kick myself for not ordering a box this year. I ordered boxes the last several years and thought I would take a break. So wrong in my thinking. I'm enjoying watching you.

[@teresasaxe1964]

They had more boxes 3 days ago-had to call!

[@SewtheDistance]

Some folks have been able to order it. You could try.

[@karonwostenholme6533]

Hi, just loving your videos x excited each day to see what’s being opened next ❤❤❤

[@SuzanneStutzle]

I love that Strawberry Lemonade range. So far so good. I love watching each day.

[@SewtheDistance]

I am so glad you are enjoying it!

[@helenfields2318]

Strawberry Lemonade is such a beautiful fabric line. Can't wait to see the project pattern. Thanks for your enthusiasm. So fun to watch.

[@SewtheDistance]

Thank you.

[@luvmykids21000]

Love the fabric and Sherri and Chelsi. I will add the multi function clapper to my travel supplies. It will come in handy when I'm sewing with friends or at a retreat. Love this item!

[@SewtheDistance]

That's awesome! I love it, too!

[@musicmom614]

Another fun gift. I am enjoying watching you open the packages as I do with you. I do skip ahead so I don't see the guess. This has been a wonderful experience.

[@SewtheDistance]

That's okay. I know some people don't want to see the guess so I put in the warning.

[@laurag8641]

This fabric is so pretty! Yep, me neither - can’t wait to see what the project is - I am intrigued as well!!

[@SewtheDistance]

It really is gorgeous, isn't it?!

[@sewbeitquilts]

I love that fabric line! Great gift!!!

[@SewtheDistance]

It really is such a fun gift!

[@W3nd1CY]

Could the pegs be for a bow maker? 😀❤

[@SewtheDistance]

I like the way you think. That might work.

[@fransak2723]

I love your festive accessories each day. This charm pack/ fabric line is beautiful. There is someone in Australia doing the countdown too. Her videos come out a little earlier as she is in a different time zone so I’ve had a sneak peek 😊

[@SewtheDistance]

No peaking! LOL 😂

[@elaineyakatan2310]

Hi Chris. Your enthusiasm over the fabulous fabric made me go buy it!!

[@SewtheDistance]

Thank you so much! That fabric is amazing! I am sure you will love it!

[@karenbrunette6314]

❤

[@lisass3565]

Love your enthusiasm as you open the daily gifts. Do you have any suggestions for a quilt or a small project (other than a table runner) for just one charm pack. I’m really struggling to find any ideas. Thanks.

[@SewtheDistance]

Hmmm. I don't have any ideas other than a table topper or table runner. Unfortunately, there wouldn't be enjoy fabric for anything bigger than that. I wish I could help!

[@jeane.2722]

thx

[@KimN1256]

I can't imagine what Day 8 is, but I can't wait to find out! Love the charm pack. I haven't seen any Strawberry Lemonade material in person, but I really like it now.

[@SewtheDistance]

Me too! I am loving it so much! 🥰

[@judyhebert8928]

Pattern for a bag of some kind. The other things may be the other bag supplies

[@SewtheDistance]

That's an interesting idea! Hmmm. Could be!

[@jeanielipskey1272]

Good Morning Kris! Love the charm pack, I did have one of the greens had been cut with just a 1inch piece where the 5inch square should be. Hopefully our project won't need all 42 squares. (They usually don't) I think your about spot on with the clapper storage block. I have 2 from sew yeah now, so like you will use it by my machine. Over all am loving the the box so far, I think they do an awesome job!

[@SewtheDistance]

I’m so glad you’re loving the box and my videos! Thank you so much for watching and sharing your thoughts on the storage block!

[@jylromain6439]

I wonder if tomorrow is some sort of specialty shapes, perhaps for applique. Lori Holt maybe? But it doesn't look like Christmas fabric.

[@SewtheDistance]

That's a good guess.

[@deborahpowell4373]

Hi, thrilled that it was a charm pack and that it is the strawberry lemonade. When looking on line I saw that they had a tote made out of this charm pack. So maybe that strange L shape is some kind of frame for handles? Now I want to open day 8. 🤪 But it has to be a project of some sort! So excited about what we are to do with this lovely fabric. Thanks for your joy each day. I had thought around $20 for the rack/clapper myself. So I don’t think your estimate is to high, since it is branded. Deborah Powell

[@SewtheDistance]

I love the Strawberry Lemonade line too. Isn't it great!?

[@heavensmountains323]

Very pretty!

[@Thepumpkinvinecreek]

$25 seems fair. I was excited to get the charm pack. Love their podcast and didn’t have any thing from the strawberry lemonade line.

[@SewtheDistance]

I love the line, too! It's a great one to add to my stash.

[@karenwebster533]

Could you show your finished house quilt…

[@SewtheDistance]

I show the finished quilt top in the Day 5 video. I haven't quilted it yet, however. Here's a link to Day 5's video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/aHybfpxpgc9_m9Esi=NRVb8ozSwhwD2f2_

[@maryseaman312]

You are a good package detective!

[@SewtheDistance]

Thanks! It's kind of fun trying to figure out what's in the box each day. My family hates this super power! 😄

[@maryseaman312]

@@SewtheDistance I remember from last year!

[@peggersf9709]

Handles for a bag 🤔🤷🏼 to go with that fabric

[@SewtheDistance]

It could be.

[@r.m.1284]

Helloooo! Just reminding the pegs of yesterday gift are detachable, right? ❤️🙏🙏

[@SewtheDistance]

Yes! True! I guess my thought is that I can't use both at the same time then. Just my observation. I do still love it.

[@PollyStokes42]

I bet it's a hanger

[@SewMagic-FabricMagician]

$25 was my guess for the template, bobbin, clapper holder

[@SewtheDistance]

Oh, good! I was curious about other opinions. Thank you!

[@sharonw667]

Another gift. I would like to guess great tomorrow's gift? A pattern and possibly a template? I did not peek honest. Again, thanks.

[@SewtheDistance]

You might be right! That sounds like a good guess!

[@debrafemia7255]

I think it could be a ruler

[@SewtheDistance]

Several people guessed that too.

[@cecilybailey5720]

for some reason I don't get your calculations above?

[@SewtheDistance]

I may have had a mistake. I know I corrected one day. Take a look and let me know.

[@annolsen8276]

You are pretty right on the $25 for the clapped item. The gifts seem to get better every year.

[@SewtheDistance]

Yes, I think it's awesome, too!

[@deetorres424]

$15.00

[@elaineyakatan2310]

The fabric was $48.49 on Amazon

[@SewtheDistance]

Really? For a charm pack? Fat Quarter Shop has it for $12 today. Here's a link: www.fatquartershop.com/strawberry-lemonade-charm-pack

[@marlahanks7278]

That's for a layer cake. I found a charm pack for $10.79 & one for $11.99 on Etsy.