Xstitchmd: Flosstube #53 - BEWITCHED PARK IS FRAMED, FULL COVERAGE STARTS, KNIT & CROCHET FINISHES

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[@kathyseeger]

Bewitched Park is gorgeous! Love the pieces you stitch

[@fionamacartney7012]

Oh my goodness … the Bewitched Park is amazing. I can’t believe you stitched that … and finished it!

[@leslierupp73]

Fabulous fully finished piece! Looks fantastic in your choice of frame.

[@renabritnell5497]

Your finished Bewitched Park is amazing! The burgundy mat, gold trim with the black frame is perfect for that piece. I laughed out loud when you said your husband thought a house full of full coverage pieces would be great. Sounds like it is time for him to start a full coverage piece too!

[@SmallTownStitches]

Look at you getting into all the full coverage! Bewitched park looks amazing! I keep my floss for my many full coverages either on floss rings or in bobbin boxes and I keep the floss in the project bag with the fabric.

[@charj57]

Your Park finish looks amazing. Congratulations

[@StitchinMommy]

Congrats on your finish! And I’m enjoying your progress on Delightful Waltz - looking forward to seeing more of your new one, too. Regarding floss for multiple full coverages: I stitch from a master set of bobbins, but I’ve seen a method a few other full coverage stitchers use that might work for you. They have their master set on floss drops (or a comparable storage system), then they kit up each project with floss cards (usually cardboard/cardstock cards, but I’ve seen some plastic ones). They pull one 6 strand length of each color from their master set and have that on their floss card. Then, if they start running low on a color, they grab another 6 strand length from the master set to replenish the project floss card. Hopefully that made sense. 😊

[@Xstitchmd]

That is super helpful!! Sounds like something that could work really well for me - thank you! 😊

[@katrinamacdonald348]

So the needle hub sells floss drops that are also bobbins and they work great! I've ended up migrating all my dmc to those. For full coverage or projects that call for lots of dmc, I just bring out my bobbin storage box (from michaels) and have that sit with me for my stitching. For smaller projects, I can pull the floss drops and throw them on a ring in a project bag.

[@Xstitchmd]

Oooooh I'll have to look into that!!

[@staceyrothchild3450]

You're finished piece is absolutely stunning. You must totally smile every time you walk by. I recently discovered 20 count as well and am really enjoying it. I'm currently using it for the pointed fifth long dog pattern. I find two strands gives me the best coverage with dark colors. FYI, the blue flower website has most of her patterns in PDF download. I recently discovered that after I switched to markup rxp after starting Forest Home. Can't wait to see your progress on all your full coverages!

[@Xstitchmd]

Oh gosh I didn’t know she sold PDFs - that’s amazing!

[@marjoleinmeyer5460]

Hi lovely, I have the pip & chip storage system for my dmc threads - it use it as my bank of threads & the decant onto floss drops for each project I am amazed at how much you get done Marjolein 😊

[@texonica_stitches]

Thank you for sharing all your amazing projects with us! Bewitched Park looks stunning framed up! I also appreciated hearing your comparison of Markup R-XP and Patternkeeper. I haven’t used Markup R-XP in a while and it’s good to know that it’s been upgraded so you don’t have to try to piece your pdf pages to get one big chart. Sam’s such a sweetie - thanks for sharing footage of him, too! ❤

[@angelasaunders9424]

I keep my non kitted floss in plastic photo boxes from Michaels. I put range by 50 in each box (there are 16 small boxes in each large box) . Then I keep the 3 large boxes in a 3 shelf cart on wheels.

[@Whimsicalstitcher]

Hi. Congratulations on a stunning FFO! 😍. I stitch a lot of full coverage and have a master DMC set on the Pip n Chip floss drops, a series 300s;400s etc) on a hook, that hooks onto a quilt rack next to floor stand. Hope that makes sense lol. I have a video about it… my number 7 so if you want to see it. Love your channel!!!! Happy Stitching 🧵 ❤

[@Xstitchmd]

Oh awesome I’ll definitely check it out!

[@cyndimartinez524]

Your big finish is beautiful. I always use 22 count hardanger one over one for all my full coverage. I like stitching with one strand of floss because I get very neat stitches.

[@tialrojoj]

Crafty Gaming Jamie made a stitch-with-me video recently where she showed her floss organization system. She does multiple full coverage pieces, so she has a master set of DMC and makes floss cards for each project with a partial skein taken from the master set. This also allows her to do new starts whenever, since she has all the DMC colors and can pull from that onto a new card at will.

[@Xstitchmd]

Oh awesome!! I will check that out! 😊

[@hannamansfield2894]

I too am using The Needle Hub floss drops and love them. I love that I can use the DMC tags on the floss drops...soo handy. And of course, he is Canadian which is a total bonus. Love all the projects....you are so brave maneuvering those huge stitches.

[@creativeraquelb]

Bewitched Park is amazing and truly looks like a painting or print on your wall. The stitches are so minute you can't even tell it's cross stitch and it's SPECTACULAR!

[@teacherlovesbeauty]

Bewitched Park is awesome!❤

[@amywf]

Hi, I use floss away bags for HAED. I put the main bobbin in each bag and number the bag. Leftover and unused cut strands go in the bag with the bobbin. I use a plastic shoe box or a disposable container and file the floss bags in numerical order. It has kept my floss tangle free and pretty fast to grab, stitch and put back.

[@Xstitchmd]

That’s a great idea! Easy way to use a bobbin, but also leftover threads!

[@desireepheister2633]

Hi Shiloh! You are a brave girl to take on those full coverage pieces! And it was so great to see Sam! He is a big boy now! Congratulations on being an Aunt again. So many lovely stitching and knitting things you have finished, good for you.

[@janineduclos9774]

Ohhhh congratulations on the big reveal of bewitched park! It looks absolutely amazing! The frame is perfect! What a great achievement!.x

[@DLNYTube]

Love your knitting and crocheting! The finish on your wall is amazing. You are not afraid of BAPs, that’s for sure. Thank you for showing all your work! Looking forward to more. Cheers.

[@robynt1673]

Girl, you are AMAZING! Look at all those stunning projects! Way to go. Just incredible. And I love how involved Spencer is with the cross stitch. But, variety is definitely the spice of life! I could never manage to just do one project at a time 🤣 Happy Stitching!

[@mrsxmw]

I love everything you’re knitting. Shawls are beautiful as are the blankets. I always stitched king size blankets for my late hubby. He was a big tall man. The patterns you have this time are gorgeous. Bewitched Park is beyond everything!!! Nice to see you.Crochet, I had to look too! 😊❤️☮️

[@annieann99]

Gorgeous finish! I use an apothecary cabinet for the full set of DMC. Each drawer is a number grouping. For full coverage pieces I kit each in a pretty photo box with floss bags and index cards- they stand up in the box. I don’t like the mess of floss drops unless it’s under ten colors.

[@Xstitchmd]

Floss drops definitely get messy when there’s a lot of them! 😂

[@connietatar7536]

A fantastic framed finish of your Bewitched Park! Congratulations! Nice to see Sam again. I see more great stitching and projects to come!

[@MrsDrBird]

Idaho! I’m near Boise. I hope you enjoy your visit, and are close enough to Emmett to pay a visit to Maggie’s on Main.

[@ninahobbysite]

Bewitched park is so beautiful. Perfect frame. Beautiful shawl. Happy stitching and knitting

[@sheilacasper2030]

Great video. You are so brave to do full coverage pieces. The full coverage framed piece is wonderful. So beautiful.

[@judyduelo7155]

I’m stitching Aimee Stewart’s ‘A Stitch in Time’ in the regular size, 87 colors, tent stitch with 2 strands over 1 on 20 count. It’s 725 wide x 518 H. I’d say some detail might be lost with regular size, but when you stand back a few feet from it, it looks amazing and much less pixelated. I’m 4 years into it and finishing up the final shelf. I use 3 strands for black to get better coverage on that color.

[@Xstitchmd]

That is soooo helpful!! Thank you!

[@judyduelo7155]

To be honest, if I had it to do over again I’d stitch it 1 over 1 full cross on 25 count. I saw a finished Aimee Stewart done this way and the detail was amazing.

[@jessicap1836]

Have a look at the floss chip/drop storage system by Pip and Chip. These wouldn't fit your drops but maybe you can diy a similar system to store your floss.

[@stitchinginthemuseum]

So much great stitching! Your framed piece is gorgeous. What a lovely conversation starter for your house 😊 Have a great week!

[@laurenlaney9031]

Congratulations on Bewitched Park it looks amazing! I am currently stitching Aimee Stewart's Fantastic Voyage bookshelf in the regular size and yes, I am losing a lot of the details. I feel like you would be much happier with the Super sized even though it's a longer commitment. 🙂

[@Xstitchmd]

That is super helpful info!! Thank you!

[@jackiedamico8455]

Bewitched park is amazing… just beautiful .. Love all your stitching

[@emilywells869]

Thanks for sharing your stitching again. Bewitched Park looks amazing! Happy stitching!

[@elriffle]

Oh my, you have been busy! It was lovely to see all of your projects and Sam! He's so handsome! Bewitched Park looks amazing! Congratulations!

[@patriciadouglass7141]

Your projects are always so interesting and beautiful! Your shawls are so gorgeous! I started out crocheting and picked up knitting a few years ago! I love the C2C stitch and yes I do have to look at my crocheting and my knitting too! Sometimes I can look up and still crochet but I get so nervous about making mistakes! I am working on Pollinators and it is such a fun stitch! Love all that you show us and I look forward to watching all your progress on all the things! Happy Crafting!

[@janafouladpour5908]

I don’t know what part of Idaho you are going to be traveling to, but I live in Pocatello, which is in South East Idaho. I hope you enjoy your trip. Idaho is a beautiful state.

[@karinmonnich3310]

Love all of your finishes and your progress on your wips. Love your bewitched park, it is gorgeous. Happy stitching!

[@annclinton9259]

Recently, Chantelle 141 designs did a vlog on floss storage. She showed Annie's keeper floss storage has floss drops the hook to slides that fit in a file cabinet. She has them at her website. Maybe something to check out.

[@Xstitchmd]

I will definitely check that out! Thanks so much!

[@kathleenarves323]

Bewitched park is stunning! You are so brave taking on all those full coverage pieces. Love your videos and thanks for sharing Sam with us too.

[@valeriesievenpiper908]

I haven't finished your whole video, but I need to stop and congratulations on your Bewitched Park. It is awesome. Bravo!

[@cindyreid4495]

You can start your shawl gift basket with your next shawl 😉 love all your projects! Your framed Bewitched Park is absolutely stunning. You couldn’t have picked a more complimentary frame/trim/mat. It highlights the stitched piece perfectly. I never wanted to do a full coverage but off I go to search for some HAED’s - thanks Shiloh 🤗❤

[@RaineyDayReads]

I have been using floss cards for my full coverages, but it does get slightly unruly. I put about three lengths of floss on and just refill as I run out.

[@Nancyw823]

Such a wonderful visit with you. Sam is such a handsome fellow. Thank you for sharing your handiwork s.

[@theresapetrik1995]

I'm in awe of Bewitched Park, it's gorgeous! Hugs for Sam, please.

[@BeckStitchesEverything]

I am blown away by your finished full coverage piece! I’ve also been wanting to knit the Satellite Shawl for a long time - might be time to buy a kit. 😊

[@cardamenpins]

Hey Shiloh, congratulations on all your beautiful projects! That melt shawl is just 😍 🤤 and bewitched park framed 👌 100/10!

[@jeanettepaulson4525]

DMC is pretty inexpensive so just go ahead and buy what you need for each project. You can put rings on a clothing hanger and put. An old pillow case over it to keep it clean. Store in closet near where you stitch to keep them handy. When works take years to stitch it makes sense not to think thrifty but just admitting that it is worthwhile to invest in those threads!

[@Xstitchmd]

Haha I mean, you aren’t wrong!!! DMC is so cheap compared to the hours of work being put in! Appreciate your tips!

[@hazelnut7131]

I always love to see that you have a new video up!! And I love SAM!! 😍♥️ I grew up with that breed. 🐕🐕

[@stitchingwithtiffany]

Love the framing on Bewitched Park! All your full coverage stitching is making me want to start one 😅😂

[@310Stitcher]

Congrats on your finish! It looks fantastic. I have a master set on floss drops and also kit up my full coverages with floss cards - you can see these hanging on hooks behind me in my videos if you're curious. Fantastic yarny projects too; I'm also on a mission to get through my wips :). I knit without looking but also have to look while crocheting...you remind me I have to get back to my son's corner to corner blanket too

[@leswilliams4022]

Bewitched park is stunning! Thank you for sharing.

[@shadedstitchery]

Adding to the 'bewitched park is amazinggggg' chorus! And I vote not filling in the tea pots / letting the fabric show! 😍

[@kathy1896]

What a fabulous and inspiring finish! You found the perfect frame!

[@jackiescott2676]

For organizing I use Annie’s keepers, I do a lot of full coverage as well and I put my floss drops on bars which go into a file box, best way to keep the separate from other projects. When I’m done with a project I keep them in a file cabinet. Look them up, they are great.

[@Xstitchmd]

You're the second person to mention them!! I looked them up & they seem exactly what I'm looking for - thanks so much!!

[@maryfleming9408]

Handworkmaniac is working on the Stitch in Time by Aimee Stewart

[@christinechan3519]

I have one HAED project which I am working on 22 count hardanger as well. You are right. It does slip so I need to be careful when I pull on my stitches ie careful with the tension. But i really enjoy stitching it 1 over 1 on 22 count. Your finished Bewitched Park looks amazing....

[@kima9181]

Thanks for including Sam, he is so handsome. Bewitched looks incredible and perhaps Spencer would like to learn to XS tee hee. Off to check out Cosy Posy.

[@mrsbobbinlacer]

Thank you for the video. I love the beautiful finish. I used to paint, and some of my kids have pictures that way. I did one bobbin lace picture for my youngest. I always watch when i crochet and have done it for 50 odd years knitting i also watch the stitches if it is complex. I use floss away bags and put them on key chain twost cord from Amazon i can put all of floss from one to a thousand on one set of key two connected key chains and the higher numbers on another. It works for me and keeps the floss clean, and i leave each bag slightly open where i hook on the set of key chains. You could use the key chains with 2 hooked together and get a lot more floss drops on them. I just do what works for me. Love your work. With bobbin lace you either watch or you end up unlacing very much.

[@Xstitchmd]

That's a great idea!! Thank you!

[@Helen_Amt]

I have been crocheting for like 35 years or more (I learned to crochet before learning how to read or write :)) but I don't think I could do it without looking. So I am the same as you - knitting during movie times, at least I can do it without mostly looking :)

[@theresachucle5362]

Love ❤️ your ffo it looks amazing 🤩 and the blanket came out beautiful 🤩 have a wonderful day and happy stitching 😊🧵🪡🤗🤩

[@clarew5861]

I use bobbins but I put then in a divided box from amazon, for all my full coverage pieces. I use a thread bed thing for those stray threads.

[@marzipanstitcher8571]

Bewitched park looks like a photograph on your wall. New full coverages will be great too Hope Spencer will be putting in a few token stitches. I am doing ssmc amazing animal kingdom. Mock up looked better than the regular size but yet to complete an animal fully yet but I'm hoping it will be fine.

[@hannamansfield2894]

Thank you for your comment on the 123 Stitch store. I too love to buy from there and as you say the shipping is amazing. I never thought about the charts coming to Canada from the Us....da a. a....lol. So of course they would be more.

[@angelasawyer6714]

For multiple full coverage pieces, you might as well kit each one up with all the colors on floss drops and keep each project individually. As for a master set, I have DMC separated by the series, 100, 200, 300 etc and all the rings are on metal hangers I got from Amazon. I do have 2 separate hangers to make it easier to access threads, but they do tilt to one side when you take a ring off and I just shake the hanger to get them to hang straight again 😊

[@Xstitchmd]

Oh that is a great idea for hanging the master set!!

[@angelasawyer6714]

@@Xstitchmd I have been collecting thread for 30 years now and have many types collected LOL

[@deborahgoethe362]

I can crochet without looking but I also have been crocheting for over 40 years !

[@jackiturner9228]

Hi, my husband loves to watch your channel with me and when you mentioned want Spencer said about 1 project at a time he laughed so hard and said “ her husband doesn’t get it yet does he” 😂 so cute. I have all my colors in bags in numerical order and I keep a bobbin in each bag with a portion of the color 6 strands about 18” long in the hole of the bobbin. No tangles no dust but I do only have DMC. All the colors. I also have them hooked on 2 rings in the whole on the floss bags. About 100 through 300 then 400 through 600 and so on. Each group of rings are keep in a basket next to me. I label each bag and bobbin with the number.

[@Xstitchmd]

Haha I love it!! I need to get Spencer to watch some Flosstube with me & then he will start to understand ;)

[@ajborthwick7239]

Loved seeing all of your stitching and knitting! I was just thinking the other day about your very first video of a WIP parade- how many of those projects do you think you still have left?? My mom and I were saying cross stitch and knitting are the hobbies that can keep you entertained for years lol

[@Xstitchmd]

Haha oh gosh I'm sure I still have at least half of them as WIPs! Thank goodness stash doesn't go bad ;)

[@susanreznik5822]

I knit and crochet. As time goes on, you will be able to crochet without looking too. It's just a process you will get used too.

[@pmillermac]

Beautiful stitching ❤

[@Catmumcraftseverything]

I learned to crochet before I learned to knit, so for me it's a case of I can pretty much just go absent mindedly as long as it's not a complex pattern, but knitting even wit garter or stockinette, I sometimes have to stop and take stock of what I'm doing

[@OneCatCrafting]

Hello! I have all my dmc on bobbins but if I’m going to have a project that will require its own skein I just buy an extra dmc and put it on a floss drop. So if you’re doing a full coverage that needs its own skein maybe just use an extra drop and tape the dmc label to the drop so you don’t have two drops for the same colour permanently

[@Xstitchmd]

That’s a great idea!!

[@angelasawyer6714]

Regarding the Grand Library and the Dogs Library, Lynn of Those Missing Stitches Floss Tube and Etsy is doing a library and the dogs, so she might be able to answer your questions 😊

[@Xstitchmd]

Oh awesome!! I will check her out!

[@megastitches]

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[@maryannjohnson5410]

Bewitched Park looks awesome! I'll be interested to hear how others handle their floss for full coverage and in general. Right now I have it in floss away bags on rings for each of my projects. I've been thinking about doing a master set but how do you handle that if you go to a retreat? I'm not good about putting things away when I'm done with a project, and have a bag of partially used skeins. Take care!

[@Xstitchmd]

lol same here!! A bunch of half used skeins all balled up in a drawer - there has to be a better way!

[@maryannjohnson5410]

@@Xstitchmd I do usually go through those when kitting up a new project, but still have a lot.

[@OneCatCrafting]

Also do we need to have a zoom with Spencer? At least he’s open to holes in the wall now 😂

[@Xstitchmd]

Haha honestly though!! I need to teach him to stitch!

[@teresaboyer284]

You absolutely do. Tell him that husbands are traditionally limited to choosing 2 pieces- then they learn to stitch. You don’t make the rules.

[@nicolec2523]

Hello Shiloh - where did you get the "peopley" needle minder - it is so funny.

[@Xstitchmd]

I got it from The Needle Nanny on Etsy! I love it 😂 www.etsy.com/ca/listing/1117808979/