The Just BeeCuzz Buzz - FlossTube # 34 Stitchy Fun: Patriotic Stitching, Teresa Kogut Retreat, WIPs

[@cathylounsbury7707]

Hi Merritt! Oh, you have so many fabulous smalls finished and ready to FFO! You are going to have a lot of bowl fillers and displays to play with. That wonderful piece you received from your friend that is the BBD little drum you stitched is amazing! I’ve never seen one of those wine tasting thingies! Great finishing idea! Can’t wait to see your plans come to fruition, you have some fantastic designs in store to stitch. Love that little bee design on the card from Prairie Schooler, too. That was a great find. Happy stitching my friend until next time!! 🪡🧵🪡✂️✂️✂️🐝🌺🐝🌼🐝🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸💕💕💕

[@Merrcraw15]

Hi, Cathy, Thank you so much! I do have an overload of finishing to be working on and it will be fun to play with my patriotic displays. The finishing piece Terri used is called a Tastevin Wine Tasking Cup. I keep looking for one at estate sales, thrift shops; some have chains attached. Yes, I do love the little PS bee card. Hope you are having a wonderful summer. Happy Stitching and Creating!

[@sandyevenson-hagen370]

Lovely video! All of your finishes are beautiful and I think your patriotic stitches are wonderful!🇺🇸 Thanks for sharing your time and talents!

[@Merrcraw15]

Thank you so much! I'm really enjoying my patriotic stitching this year. Take care and happy stitching! 🧵

[@barbarafoster9030]

What a treat to see you again, Merritt! Thank you for sharing your beautiful stitching! Hope your back heals soon and that you have a lovely summer.

[@Merrcraw15]

Thank you, so much, Barbara. I appreciate your well wishes. Take care💕😊 and Happy Stitching!🪡🧵

[@levanaspencer9599]

Thank you Merritt for another beautiful video . I enjoyed it ❤

[@Merrcraw15]

Hi, Levana, Thanks so much for watching and commenting. I'm so happy you are joining in on the Paula Vaughan SAL. Take care and Happy Stitching! 🧵

[@bizybee65]

So many beautiful finishes Merritt! I sure missed being at the retreat with you. Congratulations to Katie on her graduation! Sounds like you had awesome travels together. Miss you my sweet friend; we’ll have to plan to get together soon. -Anne

[@Merrcraw15]

Thank you, Anne. Miss you, too. Would love to get together and stitch!

[@kim-thestay-at-homequilter877]

Hi Merritt! Your video was so full of eye candy! From the flowers in the beginning, to your backdrop with the darling little toy Singer behind you, to all your stitching. It’s hard not to be inspired. The one I’m itching to start now is America by BBD but I was also drooling over your Consider the Lilies. Enjoyed catching up with you! Have a great week!

[@Merrcraw15]

Hello, Kim, Thank you so much! It's always fun to snap some pictures of my flowers to add to my videos - I have really enjoyed them this year. The little Singer was a fun find last year on a trip to upstate MI. Yes, the American Eagle by BBD is one of my all time favorites I have ever stitched. So glad you like the Consider the Lilies, I do too. Take care and Happy Stitching! 🧵

[@karendavis-macon9658]

I have totally enjoyed #31, 32, 33, and 34!!! Your finishes are BEAUTIFUL! I do not know how to use a sewing machine or quilt, but my hand sewing is pretty good!! I am an Isarealite, and always enjoy you reading scripture.📖. I am eager to see the tutorial on Hem stitching!! HAPPY STITCHING TODAY AND EVERYDAY IN 2023!!

[@Merrcraw15]

Hi, Karen, Thank you so much for watching and commenting. I really appreciate your kind words. So happy you enjoyed the scripture reading. If I can finish Margaret Beattie c. 1866 by HATS, I plan to start the little sampler with the hem stitching - it is so dainty and sweet and include a tutorial. Hope you are doing well. Take care and Happy Stitching! 🧵

[@wandamaddox8775]

Hello Louise, I really enjoyed this video and seeing all your WIP’s and finishes. I hope your back is beginning to feel better and you are back to all your normal activities soon. I am looking forward to our very quick visit to see you and family soon. ❤

[@Merrcraw15]

Hi, Louise, Thank you for watching and commenting! I can't wait to see you and Mike and then see what we can get into in Ohio! My back is feeling better. Thank you, friend! Take care and Happy Stitching! 🧵

[@susangautreaux996]

So good to see You again!! Your finishes are so beautiful!! Youve been busy. So many pretty patriotic stitches! I've been stitching while watching the Tigers too!! The gold on Strawberry Fields looks off, I have to agree, but I sure do hate frogging and I'm sure you do too. Sounds like you had a fabulous trip, happy for you!

[@Merrcraw15]

Thank you! I really enjoy patriotic! Geaux Tigers! So excited for them! Yes, I'm going to take the gold vine out of Strawberry Fields...it just doesn't look right. Take care and Happy Stitching! 🧵

[@kathyharris7158]

I enjoyed seeing your beautiful stitching but especially the patriotic ones. I’m stitching them now too and having lots of fun.

[@Merrcraw15]

Hi, Kathy, Thank you so much for watching and commenting. Yes, patriotic stitching is one of my favorite themes! Take Care and Happy Stitching! 🧵

[@nevadastitcher]

So much eye candy! 🧵🪡✂️ I hope your back heals quickly. I know what back pain feels like so you have my sympathies. 😢

[@Merrcraw15]

Thank you, Barbara. I appreciate your kind comments. My back is better; so sorry you know the feeling. Take care and Happy Stitching! 🧵

[@rachelqstitches]

Yay. You finished America! I need to FFO mine 😮. Geaux Tigers. Paula is beautiful and very detailed.

[@Merrcraw15]

Thank you!! Yes, now needs to be FFOd. So excited for those Tigers!🐅💜💛💜 I’m enjoying my Paula piece!

[@elizabethconley9956]

Hi Merritt, I'm stitching Lady Liberty too. I really like your BBD America finish. Have a great week. Oh, I should have the binding done on my Poinsettia Plaza quilt soon. I'll email you a picture when I get it finished.

[@Merrcraw15]

Hi, Elizabeth, isn’t she so pretty! I finished the top while watching the CWS tonight and started the band. Thank you for your kind comments on the BBD America piece. It is definitely one of my favorites! Oooo…I would love to see your Poinsettia Plaza quilt! Take care and happy stitching 🧵 💕😊

[@ContentedNeedleworkerKim]

Hello, friend! Lovely visit, as always! 💕

[@Merrcraw15]

Hello, Thank you so much for watching! Take care and Happy Stitching! 🧵

[@charj57]

Good to catch up with you again. -I’ll be sending an email soon. Thank you. The chocolate bunny is cute! I also have Calicos American chart

[@Merrcraw15]

Great to hear from you, Charlotte. Hope you are doing well. Thank you for watching and commenting! Happy Stitching! 🧵

[@lifeatlake]

Thanks enjoyed the video. Ann

[@Merrcraw15]

Thanks for watching!💕😊

[@carolfawcett1297]

Hi Merritt! Your flowers were stunning! The finishes are amazing, I need to stitch some small patriotic pieces! You also have lots of beautiful new starts and WIP’s! I’m so sorry that you hurt your back, and hope it is improving daily! Wasn’t Keepsakes fabulous?

[@Merrcraw15]

Hello, Carol, Thank you for watching and commenting. I have thoroughly enjoyed my flowers this year. Patriotic stitching has really caught my attention this summer. My back is better, thank you. I really enjoyed Keepsakes, so much to take in. Take care and Happy Stitching! 🧵

[@mischievousstitches]

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[@Merrcraw15]

Hi, Lorrie, Thank you so much for the love! That means a lot to me, knowing there are so many FlossTube channels you can be watching. I hope you have a great week. Happy Stitching! 🧵

[@janandoster2560]

Your patriotic stitches are so nice. Love the America, the font is beautiful! You have been so busy with travel, family, and yet still get so much stitching done! I enjoyed watching the video. I have a question, when you create the thread drops cards, are you using card stock or something to make them sturdy? They are so nice.

[@Merrcraw15]

Hi, Janan, Thank you so much for your kind comments. Regarding the thread drops, many of mine are recycled - greeting cards and Lang calendars I cut with a Cricut or with a paper cutter and hole punches. I did back the calendar ones with a layer of cardstock to make them sturdier. The ones with the chicken are from a friend, which she made from a business card template. Hope that helps. Take care and Happy Stitching! 🧵

[@janandoster2560]

Thank you, I will try this for sure.