I learn so much from every video. You are a fabulous teacher. I could listen to you all day! I wish I didn't get seasick so easily because I love needlework and traveling. I would go on the cruise if I didn't.
Hi Jean! I like you so much! I have been stitching since the 80s. For some reason did not do any stitching for the past 9 years. Just picked up a sampler I started in 2011 and found those flosstube videos. Yours are a real treasure, I have learned so much watching you. I live near Montréal Qué. and did not find stores here to get all my supplies. I order from Traditional stitches, so I am so happy to have found this community on line. Thank you and I’ll keep watching while I stitch.
Jean - it is very nice to hear a long-standing professional such as yourself give us all "permission" to be our individual selves in how we approach our work. I have always stitched for my own pleasure and want it to look good, but I certainly have never obsessed about making my work perfect. Especially if I am stitching a gift, I have always found that it is the time, effort and thought put into the piece that are appreciated - NOT how perfect it is. Also - thanks for the info on the Victorian Cross - I will definitely try that. Your videos are very helpful. Subscribed from small town Colorado.
Thank you for the lesson. As a novice stitcher and someone who is enjoying cross stitch again now that I am retired it is so enjoyable to stitch beautiful samplers.
Hi Jane. I am a long time stitcher and enjoy the flosstube community very much. I'm thrilled that I've found your channel. I want to improve my needlework skills and love your approach and instruction. THANK YOU!!!! 💜
I loved hearing about Salem Academy. My mother went to another girl's academy and shared memories of it throughout her life. It started as the Pineland School for Girls in Salemburg, NC in 1874, later becoming Pineland Junior College and Edwards Military Institute, then Southwood College. It is the North Carolina Justice Academy. Finally, at the age of 68, this past summer I visited the location of her school so I could honor her memory of her years there.
Your floss tubes are among the best I’ve seen. I’m an experienced stitcher so I rarely learn new techniques from videos but yours are full of great info. I’m paying special attention to the back of my current project, heeding your advice. Thank you!
Thank you so much for your wonderful video, I found your channel because Shelia from Sunshine Stitchers, she has given you such praise on how you teach cross stitch techniques. I’m blown away by your knowledge and kindness. I’m new to stitching on linen, the first project I chose was Consider The Lilies. I know, I know what you’re thinking why such a big project for a beginner. When I ordered it I had no idea how big it really was, nonetheless I’m loving stitching on it. Thank you for your wisdom, the time you take to make these videos for people like me. What a blessing you are!
A first project is not a one-size-fits-all ... if you choose a design that you love (and it sounds like you did) then that's the right project for you!
Jean, oh my gosh how I love you! You stated so eloquently, without stepping on toes, that it is okay if we are different. I applaud you! I have seen beginners “fussed at” about the correct way to do things and could immediately see the light go out. Your video is very inspiring and extremely educational. And I love your idea of stitching a historic sampler two ways. Why not give the stitcher a choice. If they want the historic colors, well then, there they are. You are such a lovely person. I wish you lived next door! ❤️
I recently found your flosstube. I at first watched what RUclips recommended. I learned so much from you already. I decided to go back to the beginning to watch all of your episodes. I had about a 25 year break from cross stitching. I was overwhelmed by all the threads (I was only familiar with DMC) and the variety of fabrics. Eventually I took another break - only a couple of years this time. I’m picking it up again and your videos are very helpful. Thank you
Super informative video. You are an asset to the stitching world. Your professionalism, courteous manner and incredible knowledge of cross stitch make your video a success.
Just found your flosstube channel. So glad you’re here! I remember Spirit of Cross Stitch Festivals as I started stitching in the mid 1970’s. Took a break around 2010 when I started quilting and came back about 3 years ago. Can’t believe all the wonderful flosstube videos. I subscribed to your channel and will be catching up to watch them all and looking forward to visiting with you.
I only work from right to left and turn my fabric upside down! I thought I'm the only one 😃 I just discovered your channel, thank you! Greetings from Bulgaria!
I just found your channel and am so grateful for you and your wonderful way of teaching! This is the channel I have been searching for! Your expertise and knowledge and the way you share that is impressive. I’m going to go through and watch every single episode. Thank you!
Thank you so much for all you said about finding joy in our needlework and about not judging others. It is how I feel and so good to hear it from someone whom I have heard about for so many years.
I am enjoying the info in these videos .They are done so precisely and are easy to understand. I feel like i am in her classroom:) . Thank you for taking the time to do this.
Hi Jean! What a fabulous video! I have been stitching for well over 30 years and I was very happy to hear your take on all the subjects you covered in this video. I have not had the honor of having a class with you, but will certainly look forward to it sometime in the future. Thanks for the videos!
Love this! I’m starting from the oldest Flosstube videos you have made on up to the newest. I want to know and learn everything from you. Thank you so very much!! Gracie
I really enjoyed this video. I wanted to mention that another thing that one needs to keep in consideration when deciding on the size of fabric needed is whether they stitch in hand, use q-snaps, hoop, or a frame. Because I use quantum frames, I find I need more fabric vertically. Some people opt to stitch on an extra piece of fabric at the top and bottom but I just prefer to spend a little extra and buy a longer piece of fabric.
Jean...what a treasure you are to us! My girlfriend/stitchy sister stumbled upon you, texted me and said, "Oh my Gussie!"..and I'm so glad she did! You are such an eloquent teacher and a delight to watch! We live right over the border, 20 minutes south of Charlotte, in Rock Hill and my girlfriends and I have made several trips to Old Salem and just love it!...especially the Moravian cookies! Old Salem is truly an enchanting step back in time and the Moravian history is fascinating! . I do want to ask you about Jane Hattersley. You mentioned that you bought the sampler at auction to benefit Salem Academy. Was Jane actually a student at Salem Academy? Thanks again for wonderful videos and your willingness to share so much with us!
I don't know near enough about Jane. Once "things open up" and I can get back to MESDA, I plan to do some research. We should meet up at Stitch & Frame some time!
Jean Farish Needleworks I would love that, Jean! I actually worked at The Stitch and Frame Shop about 100 years ago before I started my career in education. (This is my 37th year) The wonderful ladies at The S&F are like family to me.❤️ I believe there was an exhibit of needlework at MESDA a couple of years ago and my girlfriends and I did a day trip to see it. I can’t wait until things open up again so we can go back. Take good care and thanks, again!
Well fellow North Carolinian, thank you for your opening comments regarding stitching. This is a delightful art of creating beauty which is always in the eye of the beholder! I am not competitive, my work, I can safely say will not make it to any judged event and I just love it. I do stitch the way I was taught to embroider and that is to "think" what I'm doing and where I'm going with the floss. I make mistakes, I have to rip out stitches, but I count it all pure enjoyment - when it fails to entertain me (hopefully never) it will be time to pause and go on to applique, embroidery or quilting..... Again Bravo and it is my hope that one day I will be able to take a class from you.
Absolutely superb information for beginners and advanced stitchers alike, Jean. I cannot wait to get notifications for all your future videos. Thank you for sharing your wealth of knowledge in such a professional, kind and refreshing manner!!
Hi Jean - I am very excited to learn about your flosstube! I am a fairly new cross stitchers and your directions for stitching is really helping me out. Thank you sew very much. Diane in IL
Jean I just love your podcast. This is not the standard floss tube format. You have filmed a class! I have learned so much already and I can hardly wait for more of your videos. We will all become better needleworkers from your shared knowledge. Thank you Jean!!
This is what I have been looking for, great instructions with excellent clear shots on what you are explaining. I struggle with twisted knotted threads all the time being new to CS, thanks for all your tips.
I have been stitching since the early 1980's and have always been afraid to measure my own fabric and have had to depend on needle shop personnel to do it for me. This has been an embarrassment, plus shops are often times busy and they have to stop and help me with fabric selection. You have cured me of this affliction! I now have the confidence to do it myself. Plus I can buy l larger pieces and cut my own. THANK YOU!! I truly enjoy your videos.
I learned so much from this. Thank you. As a new stitcher the idea of being criticized is scary. I’m alone in my stitching and I did start an instagram to connect but deleted it quickly as being less than a month in of picking up a needle, floss and aida , the thought of judgement was overwhelming. I can’t wait to see what you share next. I love this learning process and am grateful for all who share their knowledge.
Jean Farish Needleworks Thank you. Right now there is no specific question. I think for me it’s a matter of knowing it’s ok I’m using aida, not linen, that it’s ok that I’m not stitching stuff that takes months to complete, that it’s ok not to have a pile of wips, that is ok to have no clue how I’m finishing/displaying anything I’m stitching. On my 4th very small piece. I need to convince myself that it is ok to be a beginner lol
I have just subscribed to your channel. Thank you for for the hints, tips and for showing the back of your work. I like to learn how to be better. THANKS!
Thank you for sharing your stitch count/brand/color & that you stitch over one. It is nice to here with each piece this information. Can’t wait to have the chart become available for the reproduction sampler. Looks beautiful. ❤️❤️❤️
I so enjoy your videos Jean and I learn so much from you!! I am a 65 year old stitcher, stitching for almost 45 years so just goes to show you can always learn something in this community. I hope one day you will do a video about all the different types of fabrics. I see people on floss tube pick up a piece of fabric and right away they seem to know what it is and who produced it. Maybe I am a philistine in this area.lol Thanks for reminding stitchers that we we are all here to enjoy our stitching. Keep up the great content.
I have a lon-n-n-ng list of topics to cover and fabric types is on there! Truly ... there is so much to chat about! Please do keep the questions coming my way!
Hi Jean, I have just subscribed as I learnt so much from your video, even though I have been cross stitching, etc, for a long time. I felt like I was in a class of yours, which was great. You were very patient and articulate without upsetting anyone, especially regarding the criticism through Facebook. I was taught that if you couldn’t say anything nice then say nothing at all. I look forward to more of your videos in the near future. In the meantime, stay safe and well, with best wishes from Down Under 💕🇦🇺.
Another great video! I love that you are encouraging support of one another in whatever way we each want to execute our craft. Stitching brings such joy to so many and there isn't any need to devalue anyone's work. Good on you for reinforcing the positives!
Jean I'm so glad that I discovered your RUclips channel. Thankyou for taking the time to explain the basics. And thankyou also for presenting us with beautiful clear videography that enables us to see exactly what you're referring to.
I really like your channel. A load of info great and I cross stich because I like it and am trying to do better but found knowledge is not readily shared from flosstubers.keep it coming and tks again for great teaching 😄💞
Nancy I agree. I've been trying to find someone like Jean who actually takes the time to verbally explain as well as show us with super clear closeups. Three cheers for Jean's generosity.
Oh my, so much wonderful information! I definitely need to take notes during your videos to help my old mind lol. I am an aida stitcher - 18 count. No booing lol lol. Some of the backs of my pieces look like a big bird nest!! After seeing your piece on the back and also you talking about long thread ends, I'm going to definitely start doing better! I really enjoyed your second video. Your explanations are easy to follow. Thank you!
Thanks for your candid comments. I am focusing on linen because all the basics that work on linen work easily on Aida but the opposite is not true. I'll try to comment on this next week so the Aida stitchers don't feel left out!
I try not to subscribe to too many flosstube sites, but I'm glad I found yours. I really like that you've chosen to make yours learning videos and that you are trying to limit the time. Great job on your first two!
What a rabbit hole I have fallen into! I have put away the quilting and knitting and picked up the cross stitching( from 25+years ago!). My how things have changed. I have subscribed. Looking forward to learning more. I would like to see a series on different fabrics and their applications. Can I buy linen by the yard and use it?
Welcome to my rabbit hole! When you ask about buying a "yard of linen" do you mean from a fabric store that sells it for dress making or home dec? If so, and it is 100% linen, it could be okay. But if you are learning, I would suggest the cautious route to start with and only buy linen from a needlework shop. I have a long list of topics to cover and "types of linen" is on it!
Hi, Jean. I am catching up with your earlier videos. Thank you for showing us how to calculate fabric sizing for our projects. Its so easy to reach for one of the cross-stitching calculator apps, but I feel more confident that I can easily calculate with pencil and paper. Thanks as well for introducing me to Salem Academy and College. I attended one of the last "sister colleges" in the Midwest, so I was eager to learn more about SA&C. In light of this year's racial / social injustice movement and conversations, I found a segment of SA&C's history very timely. Thanks again!
Both of my daughters got the best possible education at Salem Academy so it will always have a special place in my heart. Elizabeth is an active member of the Alumnae board so we keep up with the current situation. I'm pleased to know you are impressed, too!
I’m really enjoying watching - looking forward to learning more from you, remind me of things I’ve forgotten since my 15 year hiatus from stitching - a 4 month lockdown in the U.K. has rekindled my stitching obsession - which now includes embroidery too!!
JUST ABOUT TO BUY MY FIRST CROSS STITCH AND WAS LOOKING FOR HELP IN STARTING. ONE PERSON FROM FAT QUARTER SHOP RECOMMENDED YOUR CHANNEL, SO HERE I AM. YAY !!!
I just ordered America Land that I Love on line. It is so beautiful and cannot wait for it to arrive. I'm a beginning/intermediate cross stitcher and have already learned more from your first two FlossTubes. Please keep it up because I feel I will never become an "expert" without help. I am totally self taught except for this type of education. Thank you sooo much.
@@JeanFarishNeedleworks I ordered what I thought was from you, but I bought a Booklet from Auntsmellys on Etsy. Where do I go to purchase your download?
I just purchased a cross stitch pattern thinking I could learn how to but it was in danish sooo now I’m looking to learn. I was watching Anna and she mentioned that you teach so I’ve subscribed to your channel.
Enjoyed your 2nd video. Thank you. I am learning so much. I am a beginner and stitch on Aida atm but curious about linen. and evenweave. Maybe one day.
Wonderful! Thank you for everything that you share. It helps me even though I have been stitching for about 60 years! I adore your glasses, by the way...amazing.
Just started watching you and wish I knew of you a year ago when I started. Grant you I have only done the printed cross stitch patterns and beaded ones but I am so enjoying learning from you. TFS
Thanks for another great video! I enjoy learning about stitching and you share so much information that I love hearing about. I really enjoyed seeing the colors of thread and fabric you chose for your reproduction sampler :). I look forward to “seeing” you again.
Could you present a refresher course on starting the stitching and securing the thread to begin a project. It’s lovely to have you on Floss tube. Many years ago I took a class you were teaching, however I don’t remember what it was. It was in Kansas. Be well.
I LOVED your video, Jean! Very informative, very on target and factual in an encouraging manner! I especially loved watching your color choices and changes. Your filming was very clear, which is much appreciated. I look forward to more!! Thank you!!
A big thank you Jean!!! I love your videos and the way you present them. You bring joy and knowledge. Sorry for my English I'm not used to write or speak in English. But I want to let you know how i enjoyed your videos 🌺
You are welcome! I think that needlework is an international language :) You can ask a question in your native language and I will use Google translate so I can answer it. Maybe that will work.
I really enjoy your videos and have learned a lot! I live in Anchorage Alaska. I have been here 34 years and love Alaska! I ordered your chart about your trip to Alaska. Will be starting this chart after I finish the SAL I am working on with you now.
Hi ms Marcia. I hope you read this. I have a son r he at lived in Anchorage. Can you tell me if there is a great cross-stitch/ needle work shop there. If so, can you give the name? Appreciate any info. I too would love to go in Ms Jeans Alaskan 🚢 cruises
Thank you so much for the easy-to-understand instructions for figuring out fabric requirements. I don't want to rely on apps or websites either. I want to know how to figure it out myself. Can't wait to watch your next Floss Tube!
Hello I have picked up the needle again finishing a peice of work i started long time ago. Nearly finished. Thank you for your channel. I like learning different stitches. It is helping me i lost my mum at the begining of the year. Thank you again.
Be sure to ask questions and let me know what you need to hear about. I try to look at needlework from the eye of a beginner but I can lose sight of that from time to time. I depend on my newbies to let me know what I need to cover.
Hi Jean, lovely to see your Flosstube videos. Just one comment about the backs of our work - while I am very careful about trailing threads in a piece that has motifs with spaces between, my personal exception is for full coverage pieces with a lot of “confetti”. I refuse to stop and start threads when there are a couple of stitches in one place and then a couple of stitches an inch or two away. These carried threads will be covered by other stitches and end up being less bulky than burying threads and starting over an inch away. Just my two cents and thanks again for your sharing your knowledge!
I'll clarify next week but two points: when a carried thread is tied down with stitches that come after, then it's not dangling and full coverage cross stitch is a whole 'nuther art. I appreciate your comments and hope that you will always feel welcome to offer a different perspective.
Enjoying your videos very much. Could you explain how to do confetti stitches without having threads show on the front? I can start a single stitch but challenged how to stop... and secure the stitch
Because I rarely design with confetti stitches, I rarely have occasion to stitch them. I'm not an expert on every aspect of needlework but I will endeavor to help when I figure out a workable solution. Thanks for your question ... it keeps me on my toes!
Thank you for sharing your knowledge with us...I stitched a lot 30 years ago and had a wonderful cross stitch shop and the owner always figured my fabric . Unfortunately, this shop closed many years ago... Having retired 2 years ago I have started stitching again in earnest! Oh, that rabbit hole! I will be looking forward to watching more of your informative videos..
Thanks for the words of encouragement!! Mine are not perfect- but I love them! And like you said- it’s ok!!! Enjoyed your floss tube - will be looking forward to more inspiration from you!!💕
Thank you so much for making your video all about neèdle work helpful hints. I learned something new or felt good about my work in both of your first two videos. Thank you
Thanks for a great video. Will keep your videos in mind for when I am teaching friends to stitch. The other thing that might be good to talk about is starting in the centre. So often I see people starting in the centre on a piece of fabric that is far too big and waste so much fabric. Can’t wait to see all your plans take shape. Happy stitching.
Absolutely loved this video. The actual measurement of the linen was so helpful for me plus how much to add on each side. I have a really good framer so if I have an idea of how I want it framed, I take the chart down and she can tell me what she needs on both sides. Again thank you for sharing your knowledge with us and giving us tips and tricks to help us find the JOY in our needlework. Jane is going to be beautiful and like how you took us through the process of changing the threads.
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I was glad to hear you talk about people that are so critical about other people. It was short but to the point. Love your videos. See you next time.
Thank you so much!
I learn so much from every video. You are a fabulous teacher. I could listen to you all day! I wish I didn't get seasick so easily because I love needlework and traveling. I would go on the cruise if I didn't.
Hi Jean! I like you so much! I have been stitching since the 80s. For some reason did not do any stitching for the past 9 years. Just picked up a sampler I started in 2011 and found those flosstube videos. Yours are a real treasure, I have learned so much watching you. I live near Montréal Qué. and did not find stores here to get all my supplies. I order from Traditional stitches, so I am so happy to have found this community on line. Thank you and I’ll keep watching while I stitch.
Wonderful! Thanks for watching.
Jean - it is very nice to hear a long-standing professional such as yourself give us all "permission" to be our individual selves in how we approach our work. I have always stitched for my own pleasure and want it to look good, but I certainly have never obsessed about making my work perfect. Especially if I am stitching a gift, I have always found that it is the time, effort and thought put into the piece that are appreciated - NOT how perfect it is. Also - thanks for the info on the Victorian Cross - I will definitely try that. Your videos are very helpful. Subscribed from small town Colorado.
Thanks for your kind words and thanks for watching!
Thank you for the lesson. As a novice stitcher and someone who is enjoying cross stitch again now that I am retired it is so enjoyable to stitch beautiful samplers.
Wonderful!
Hi Jane. I am a long time stitcher and enjoy the flosstube community very much.
I'm thrilled that I've found your channel. I want to improve my needlework skills and love your approach and instruction. THANK YOU!!!! 💜
Welcome!
I loved hearing about Salem Academy. My mother went to another girl's academy and shared memories of it throughout her life. It started as the Pineland School for Girls in Salemburg, NC in 1874, later becoming Pineland Junior College and Edwards Military Institute, then Southwood College. It is the North Carolina Justice Academy. Finally, at the age of 68, this past summer I visited the location of her school so I could honor her memory of her years there.
Your floss tubes are among the best I’ve seen. I’m an experienced stitcher so I rarely learn new techniques from videos but yours are full of great info. I’m paying special attention to the back of my current project, heeding your advice. Thank you!
You are so welcome!
Thank you so much for your wonderful video, I found your channel because Shelia from Sunshine Stitchers, she has given you such praise on how you teach cross stitch techniques. I’m blown away by your knowledge and kindness. I’m new to stitching on linen, the first project I chose was Consider The Lilies. I know, I know what you’re thinking why such a big project for a beginner. When I ordered it I had no idea how big it really was, nonetheless I’m loving stitching on it. Thank you for your wisdom, the time you take to make these videos for people like me. What a blessing you are!
A first project is not a one-size-fits-all ... if you choose a design that you love (and it sounds like you did) then that's the right project for you!
Jean, oh my gosh how I love you! You stated so eloquently, without stepping on toes, that it is okay if we are different. I applaud you! I have seen beginners “fussed at” about the correct way to do things and could immediately see the light go out. Your video is very inspiring and extremely educational. And I love your idea of stitching a historic sampler two ways. Why not give the stitcher a choice. If they want the historic colors, well then, there they are. You are such a lovely person. I wish you lived next door! ❤️
Thanks for your sweet, sweet comments!
I recently found your flosstube. I at first watched what RUclips recommended. I learned so much from you already. I decided to go back to the beginning to watch all of your episodes. I had about a 25 year break from cross stitching. I was overwhelmed by all the threads (I was only familiar with DMC) and the variety of fabrics. Eventually I took another break - only a couple of years this time. I’m picking it up again and your videos are very helpful. Thank you
Welcome back to this wonderful hobby!
Super informative video. You are an asset to the stitching world. Your professionalism, courteous manner and incredible knowledge of cross stitch make your video a success.
Thank you so much!
Just found your flosstube channel. So glad you’re here! I remember Spirit of Cross Stitch Festivals as I started stitching in the mid 1970’s. Took a break around 2010 when I started quilting and came back about 3 years ago. Can’t believe all the wonderful flosstube videos. I subscribed to your channel and will be catching up to watch them all and looking forward to visiting with you.
It's great to re-connect!
I only work from right to left and turn my fabric upside down! I thought I'm the only one 😃 I just discovered your channel, thank you! Greetings from Bulgaria!
I just found your channel and am so grateful for you and your wonderful way of teaching! This is the channel I have been searching for! Your expertise and knowledge and the way you share that is impressive. I’m going to go through and watch every single episode. Thank you!
Thank you so much for all you said about finding joy in our needlework and about not judging others. It is how I feel and so good to hear it from someone whom I have heard about for so many years.
You are so welcome!
I am enjoying the info in these videos .They are done so precisely and are easy to understand. I feel like i am in her classroom:) . Thank you for taking the time to do this.
Glad you like them!
Where have you been all of my life?! You have helped me to elevate my stitching in one video! Thank you! I have subscribed! 💝
Wow! I'm thrilled that we found each other!
I agree!
I LOVE your channel! I'm finding I am taking more care with each stitch as I listen to this your second video. So glad you showed up on flosstube.
I'm happy to be here and happy to know you are watching!
Anna from Stitch Roadies sent me to check out your videos and I’m so very glad she did.
Me, too! I do so appreciate her shout-out.
Hi Jean! What a fabulous video! I have been stitching for well over 30 years and I was very happy to hear your take on all the subjects you covered in this video. I have not had the honor of having a class with you, but will certainly look forward to it sometime in the future. Thanks for the videos!
Thanks for your kind words!
Love this! I’m starting from the oldest Flosstube videos you have made on up to the newest. I want to know and learn everything from you. Thank you so very much!! Gracie
I really enjoyed this video. I wanted to mention that another thing that one needs to keep in consideration when deciding on the size of fabric needed is whether they stitch in hand, use q-snaps, hoop, or a frame. Because I use quantum frames, I find I need more fabric vertically. Some people opt to stitch on an extra piece of fabric at the top and bottom but I just prefer to spend a little extra and buy a longer piece of fabric.
Your videos are the BEST! Thank you.
You're very welcome!
I enjoyed this video and appreciate all of the information you shared. Happy stitching..........
Thank you so much!
So enjoy your videos......looking forward to your next session. And.....hello from Clemmons, NC!!!
Hello there! You're so close!
Jean...what a treasure you are to us! My girlfriend/stitchy sister stumbled upon you, texted me and said, "Oh my Gussie!"..and I'm so glad she did! You are such an eloquent teacher and a delight to watch! We live right over the border, 20 minutes south of Charlotte, in Rock Hill and my girlfriends and I have made several trips to Old Salem and just love it!...especially the Moravian cookies! Old Salem is truly an enchanting step back in time and the Moravian history is fascinating! . I do want to ask you about Jane Hattersley. You mentioned that you bought the sampler at auction to benefit Salem Academy. Was Jane actually a student at Salem Academy? Thanks again for wonderful videos and your willingness to share so much with us!
I don't know near enough about Jane. Once "things open up" and I can get back to MESDA, I plan to do some research. We should meet up at Stitch & Frame some time!
Jean Farish Needleworks I would love that, Jean! I actually worked at The Stitch and Frame Shop about 100 years ago before I started my career in education. (This is my 37th year) The wonderful ladies at The S&F are like family to me.❤️ I believe there was an exhibit of needlework at MESDA a couple of years ago and my girlfriends and I did a day trip to see it. I can’t wait until things open up again so we can go back. Take good care and thanks, again!
I love all of your real explanations, they are very helpful, thank you.
Well fellow North Carolinian, thank you for your opening comments regarding stitching. This is a delightful art of creating beauty which is always in the eye of the beholder! I am not competitive, my work, I can safely say will not make it to any judged event and I just love it. I do stitch the way I was taught to embroider and that is to "think" what I'm doing and where I'm going with the floss. I make mistakes, I have to rip out stitches, but I count it all pure enjoyment - when it fails to entertain me (hopefully never) it will be time to pause and go on to applique, embroidery or quilting..... Again Bravo and it is my hope that one day I will be able to take a class from you.
Thank you so much! I love your outlook!
Absolutely superb information for beginners and advanced stitchers alike, Jean. I cannot wait to get notifications for all your future videos. Thank you for sharing your wealth of knowledge in such a professional, kind and refreshing manner!!
Thank you so much!
This is one of the most informative and fun videos I've seen on Flosstube!
Wow, thank you!
Hi Jean - I am very excited to learn about your flosstube! I am a fairly new cross stitchers and your directions for stitching is really helping me out. Thank you sew very much. Diane in IL
Thanks!
Jean I just love your podcast. This is not the standard floss tube format. You have filmed a class! I have learned so much already and I can hardly wait for more of your videos. We will all become better needleworkers from your shared knowledge. Thank you Jean!!
Thank you for your kind words!
This is what I have been looking for, great instructions with excellent clear shots on what you are explaining. I struggle with twisted knotted threads all the time being new to CS, thanks for all your tips.
Glad it was helpful! Thanks for watching.
I have been stitching since the early 1980's and have always been afraid to measure my own fabric and have had to depend on needle shop personnel to do it for me. This has been an embarrassment, plus shops are often times busy and they have to stop and help me with fabric selection. You have cured me of this affliction! I now have the confidence to do it myself. Plus I can buy l larger pieces and cut my own. THANK YOU!! I truly enjoy your videos.
Oh, you are so welcome! Let me know if you have any questions or topics you would like to see included in future videos.
I learned so much from this. Thank you. As a new stitcher the idea of being criticized is scary. I’m alone in my stitching and I did start an instagram to connect but deleted it quickly as being less than a month in of picking up a needle, floss and aida , the thought of judgement was overwhelming. I can’t wait to see what you share next. I love this learning process and am grateful for all who share their knowledge.
You are so welcome! Please let me know if there is any topic I need to cover or if you have a question I may be able to help with.
Jean Farish Needleworks Thank you. Right now there is no specific question. I think for me it’s a matter of knowing it’s ok I’m using aida, not linen, that it’s ok that I’m not stitching stuff that takes months to complete, that it’s ok not to have a pile of wips, that is ok to have no clue how I’m finishing/displaying anything I’m stitching. On my 4th very small piece. I need to convince myself that it is ok to be a beginner lol
I have just subscribed to your channel. Thank you for for the hints, tips and for showing the back of your work. I like to learn how to be better. THANKS!
Quilt Roadies turned me on to your flosstube. Love her and you.
I just watched her and I was floored! She's a hoot!
Thank you for sharing your stitch count/brand/color & that you stitch over one. It is nice to here with each piece this information. Can’t wait to have the chart become available for the reproduction sampler. Looks beautiful. ❤️❤️❤️
Thank you so much!
Another great video. Thank you for for sharing your knowledge of cross stitch . Looking forward to many more videos.
Thank you so much!
Went back to this vlog to learn the calculate the stitches and it is so interesting. I learned so much and it is so helpful.
I'm so glad!
I came back to learn the measurements. Thanks again
I so enjoy your videos Jean and I learn so much from you!! I am a 65 year old stitcher, stitching for almost 45 years so just goes to show you can always learn something in this community. I hope one day you will do a video about all the different types of fabrics. I see people on floss tube pick up a piece of fabric and right away they seem to know what it is and who produced it. Maybe I am a philistine in this area.lol Thanks for reminding stitchers that we we are all here to enjoy our stitching. Keep up the great content.
I have a lon-n-n-ng list of topics to cover and fabric types is on there! Truly ... there is so much to chat about! Please do keep the questions coming my way!
Thank you for all the information...very special❣️
Thanks for watching!
Hi Jean, I have just subscribed as I learnt so much from your video, even though I have been cross stitching, etc, for a long time. I felt like I was in a class of yours, which was great. You were very patient and articulate without upsetting anyone, especially regarding the criticism through Facebook. I was taught that if you couldn’t say anything nice then say nothing at all. I look forward to more of your videos in the near future. In the meantime, stay safe and well, with best wishes from Down Under 💕🇦🇺.
Thanks for your kind words! One of these days, I am coming your way!
I hope so. It would be lovely to meet you. Take care, 💕🇦🇺
The back of your work is lovely, I aspire to have mine look like that one day
Another great video! I love that you are encouraging support of one another in whatever way we each want to execute our craft. Stitching brings such joy to so many and there isn't any need to devalue anyone's work. Good on you for reinforcing the positives!
Thank you so much!
Thank ,thank,thank so very much for the information on how to figure out what your stitch count is and how to figure out what size to cut your fabric.
Glad it was helpful!
A star is born! Another great video. Looking forward to more of your very informative videos
You're so sweet! Thanks for the encouragement!!
I loved how you adapted your colours. I prefer the lighter brighter colours. Thank you.
You’re welcome 😊
Jean I'm so glad that I discovered your RUclips channel. Thankyou for taking the time to explain the basics. And thankyou also for presenting us with beautiful clear videography that enables us to see exactly what you're referring to.
You are so welcome!
I really like your channel. A load of info great and I cross stich because I like it and am trying to do better but found knowledge is not readily shared from flosstubers.keep it coming and tks again for great teaching 😄💞
Thank you for your kind remarks ... I appreciate them!
Nancy I agree. I've been trying to find someone like Jean who actually takes the time to verbally explain as well as show us with super clear closeups. Three cheers for Jean's generosity.
Oh my, so much wonderful information! I definitely need to take notes during your videos to help my old mind lol. I am an aida stitcher - 18 count. No booing lol lol. Some of the backs of my pieces look like a big bird nest!! After seeing your piece on the back and also you talking about long thread ends, I'm going to definitely start doing better! I really enjoyed your second video. Your explanations are easy to follow. Thank you!
Thanks for your candid comments. I am focusing on linen because all the basics that work on linen work easily on Aida but the opposite is not true. I'll try to comment on this next week so the Aida stitchers don't feel left out!
A very informative class. I will be watching you every week. Thank you for sharing. Mary
Thank you so much!
I try not to subscribe to too many flosstube sites, but I'm glad I found yours. I really like that you've chosen to make yours learning videos and that you are trying to limit the time. Great job on your first two!
Keeping them short is going to be my challenge. I'll find my sweet spot soon, I hope! Maybe 30 minutes?
The Alaskan cruise sounds amazing!!! Maybe one day when my kids are grown. They are currently, 10, 7, and 4.
Enjoy these years with your young'uns ... there will be time for cruises later!
I love to learn lots about cross stitch, so thank you so much.
You are so welcome!
Thank you Jean, I'm so happy that you are sharing your knowledge with us. Looking forward to your next video.😊
You are so welcome!
I enjoyed the video very much, thank you.
Glad you enjoyed it
What a rabbit hole I have fallen into! I have put away the quilting and knitting and picked up the cross stitching( from 25+years ago!). My how things have changed. I have subscribed. Looking forward to learning more. I would like to see a series on different fabrics and their applications. Can I buy linen by the yard and use it?
Welcome to my rabbit hole!
When you ask about buying a "yard of linen" do you mean from a fabric store that sells it for dress making or home dec? If so, and it is 100% linen, it could be okay. But if you are learning, I would suggest the cautious route to start with and only buy linen from a needlework shop. I have a long list of topics to cover and "types of linen" is on it!
One of my favorite floss tubes. So much great information in improving one’s skill.
Thanks so much!
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Hi, Jean. I am catching up with your earlier videos. Thank you for showing us how to calculate fabric sizing for our projects. Its so easy to reach for one of the cross-stitching calculator apps, but I feel more confident that I can easily calculate with pencil and paper. Thanks as well for introducing me to Salem Academy and College. I attended one of the last "sister colleges" in the Midwest, so I was eager to learn more about SA&C. In light of this year's racial / social injustice movement and conversations, I found a segment of SA&C's history very timely. Thanks again!
Both of my daughters got the best possible education at Salem Academy so it will always have a special place in my heart. Elizabeth is an active member of the Alumnae board so we keep up with the current situation. I'm pleased to know you are impressed, too!
I’m really enjoying watching - looking forward to learning more from you, remind me of things I’ve forgotten since my 15 year hiatus from stitching - a 4 month lockdown in the U.K. has rekindled my stitching obsession - which now includes embroidery too!!
Thanks for watching!
Wonderful video...thank you so much for the info.
Glad it was helpful!
Thank you so much, I loved your video. Cheers 😍🥰❤️😘😊
You are so welcome!
I cannot wait to stitch your sampler reproduction!! Thank you for taking the time to share your knowledge and beautiful stitching with us! ❤️
You are so welcome!
JUST ABOUT TO BUY MY FIRST CROSS STITCH AND WAS LOOKING FOR HELP IN STARTING. ONE PERSON FROM FAT QUARTER SHOP RECOMMENDED YOUR CHANNEL, SO HERE I AM. YAY !!!
I'm so glad that you found me!
Thank you for a most interesting video. So much information making sewing a joy and said in a kind way.
Glad you enjoyed it!
You are fantastic! I have already learned so much and you are so enjoyable to each. See you on #3.
Thank you so much!
I just ordered America Land that I Love on line. It is so beautiful and cannot wait for it to arrive. I'm a beginning/intermediate cross stitcher and have already learned more from your first two FlossTubes. Please keep it up because I feel I will never become an "expert"
without help. I am totally self taught except for this type of education. Thank you sooo much.
Did you order it from me? You shouldn't have to wait for the pdf download. LMK if you need help.
@@JeanFarishNeedleworks I ordered what I thought was from you, but I bought a Booklet from Auntsmellys on Etsy. Where do I go to purchase your download?
I just purchased a cross stitch pattern thinking I could learn how to but it was in danish sooo now I’m looking to learn. I was watching Anna and she mentioned that you teach so I’ve subscribed to your channel.
Wonderful!
Your work is stunning. You also have such a relaxed, easy going approach to work that is very admirable.
Thank you very much!
Thank you for your videos! You are a true treasure trove of information and tips for improving my stitching! ❤
I'm so glad!
Enjoyed your 2nd video. Thank you. I am learning so much. I am a beginner and stitch on Aida atm but curious about linen. and evenweave. Maybe one day.
Wonderful! Thank you for everything that you share. It helps me even though I have been stitching for about 60 years! I adore your glasses, by the way...amazing.
Thanks for watching!
Just started watching you and wish I knew of you a year ago when I started. Grant you I have only done the printed cross stitch patterns and beaded ones but I am so enjoying learning from you. TFS
Thanks for another great video! I enjoy learning about stitching and you share so much information that I love hearing about. I really enjoyed seeing the colors of thread and fabric you chose for your reproduction sampler :). I look forward to “seeing” you again.
Thank you so much!
Thank you so much for the tutorial on measuring. You made it so simple. I thought it was much more complex. Great video!!!
Glad it was helpful!
Toni"s piece is exquisite and your trip to Alaska sounds really exciting and fun
It promises to be a fun cruise!
If you get near Fairbanks on your cruise. The University of Alaska has a wonderful museum with a lot of artwork needlework it is absolutely gorgeous
We won't get there this time but it's on my personal bucket list!
Could you present a refresher course on starting the stitching and securing the thread to begin a project. It’s lovely to have you on Floss tube. Many years ago I took a class you were teaching, however I don’t remember what it was. It was in Kansas. Be well.
The various ways to start is on my very long list of topics to cover. Maybe I need to do it in video #4!
I LOVED your video, Jean! Very informative, very on target and factual in an encouraging manner! I especially loved watching your color choices and changes. Your filming was very clear, which is much appreciated. I look forward to more!! Thank you!!
Thank you so much!
A big thank you Jean!!! I love your videos and the way you present them. You bring joy and knowledge. Sorry for my English I'm not used to write or speak in English. But I want to let you know how i enjoyed your videos 🌺
You are welcome! I think that needlework is an international language :) You can ask a question in your native language and I will use Google translate so I can answer it. Maybe that will work.
I really enjoy your videos and have learned a lot! I live in Anchorage Alaska. I have been here 34 years and love Alaska! I ordered your chart about your trip to Alaska. Will be starting this chart after I finish the SAL I am working on with you now.
That is awesome! I loved my first visit to Alaska and can't wait to go again!
Hi ms Marcia. I hope you read this. I have a son r he at lived in Anchorage. Can you tell me if there is a great cross-stitch/ needle work shop there. If so, can you give the name? Appreciate any info. I too would love to go in Ms Jeans Alaskan 🚢 cruises
Thank you so much for the easy-to-understand instructions for figuring out fabric requirements. I don't want to rely on apps or websites either. I want to know how to figure it out myself. Can't wait to watch your next Floss Tube!
Glad it was helpful! Thanks for watching.
Hello I have picked up the needle again finishing a peice of work i started long time ago. Nearly finished. Thank you for your channel. I like learning different stitches. It is helping me i lost my mum at the begining of the year. Thank you again.
Needlework can be relaxing, a stress reliever, and a comfort, as you have found.
Thank you so much for this video. I’m relatively new to cross stitch, and this was so helpful.
Be sure to ask questions and let me know what you need to hear about. I try to look at needlework from the eye of a beginner but I can lose sight of that from time to time. I depend on my newbies to let me know what I need to cover.
Oh boy I can't wait to stitch Jane Hattersley! I feel like a broken record but you've done another great video!
She's a fun stitch!
Hi Jean, lovely to see your Flosstube videos. Just one comment about the backs of our work - while I am very careful about trailing threads in a piece that has motifs with spaces between, my personal exception is for full coverage pieces with a lot of “confetti”. I refuse to stop and start threads when there are a couple of stitches in one place and then a couple of stitches an inch or two away. These carried threads will be covered by other stitches and end up being less bulky than burying threads and starting over an inch away. Just my two cents and thanks again for your sharing your knowledge!
I'll clarify next week but two points: when a carried thread is tied down with stitches that come after, then it's not dangling and full coverage cross stitch is a whole 'nuther art. I appreciate your comments and hope that you will always feel welcome to offer a different perspective.
Great information and video. Really love America Land that we Love.
Thank you!
:heart: I've only seen two of your floss tubes, but I'm in love with you already!
Welcome! Thanks for joining us!
Enjoying your videos very much. Could you explain how to do confetti stitches without having threads show on the front? I can start a single stitch but challenged how to stop... and secure the stitch
Because I rarely design with confetti stitches, I rarely have occasion to stitch them. I'm not an expert on every aspect of needlework but I will endeavor to help when I figure out a workable solution. Thanks for your question ... it keeps me on my toes!
Thank you for sharing your knowledge with us...I stitched a lot 30 years ago and had a wonderful cross stitch shop and the owner always figured my fabric . Unfortunately, this shop closed many years ago... Having retired 2 years ago I have started stitching again in earnest! Oh, that rabbit hole! I will be looking forward to watching more of your informative videos..
You are so welcome!
Thank you for sharing.I have learned a lot on the craft.💙 Your stitching is Beautiful!!!
Thank you so much!
Thanks for the words of encouragement!! Mine are not perfect- but I love them! And like you said- it’s ok!!! Enjoyed your floss tube - will be looking forward to more inspiration from you!!💕
You are so welcome!
So much information. Thank you!
Glad it was helpful!
Thank you so much for making your video all about neèdle work helpful hints. I learned something new or felt good about my work in both of your first two videos. Thank you
Glad it was helpful!
Thanks for a great video. Will keep your videos in mind for when I am teaching friends to stitch. The other thing that might be good to talk about is starting in the centre. So often I see people starting in the centre on a piece of fabric that is far too big and waste so much fabric. Can’t wait to see all your plans take shape. Happy stitching.
I chat a little about starting in the middle in video #3. Let me know if you have more questions or suggestions. Thanks for watching!
NO apologies necessary... wow... you are so generous! Can't wait to see it in person. Thank you! Love your blanket!
Absolutely loved this video. The actual measurement of the linen was so helpful for me plus how much to add on each side. I have a really good framer so if I have an idea of how I want it framed, I take the chart down and she can tell me what she needs on both sides. Again thank you for sharing your knowledge with us and giving us tips and tricks to help us find the JOY in our needlework. Jane is going to be beautiful and like how you took us through the process of changing the threads.
Renee, I love that tip about asking your framer's advice so you get the correct size fabric ... I may include that tip next week!