Caterpillar! Thanks for showing the boxes! Your glitter village is just beautiful and timeless. Your teacups are so realistic! Love the colors. Your case is a real treasure..love your fabrics. Have fun stitching for the top!
Thanks for the lovely comments and for watching Yvonne. I think you’ve tried using the magic word, but this is an older video. Catch my latest for an option to use two different magic words. 😉
Caterpillar Cross Stitch always makes great kits. Thank you for sharing everything about you and cross stitch. I really like your stitching mends with your color choices.
Sarah, your sewing box is absolutely stunning! I watched Colorado Cross Stitcher’s latest video yesterday and she talks of why making a fabric slip case for your sewing box might be a good idea to protect your beautiful handiwork! It’s worth seeing, if you haven’t already 😮. Sarah, your floss tubes are never boring!! Love seeing all your beautiful projects. Lovely happy mail. Happy stitching. Take care. 🙂
Great flosstube as always. Love all the caterpillar cross stitch goodies, especially the hot chocolate needle minder. Your sewing box looks amazing, love the Tilda fabric too! ❤
So happy for you to have a week off Sarah! You so deserve and need "you time!"❤ Can't wait to see your stitching mat. I love The Blue Flower Jeannine, and I adore you too❤Sarah❤ Oh Sarah, your jewelry kit turned out perfectly!
You are so kind Rebecca. Hubby and I shared parenting responsibilities on our week off tag team style, which meant we both hit a little free time to do what made us happy. My happy was all stitch related of course! 😁
Lovely to see all your stitching progress 😊 Caterpillar Cross Stitch have so many lovely designs and there needleminders are really good quality and lovely 😊❤
Hi Sarah, Stitching Mends the Soul is beautiful as is Blessed. Your WIPs are coming along beautifully. Your stitching case is so pretty. Happy stitching 😊
Thank you so much for mentioning me. I physically laughed out loud when you said I flashed my knickers 😂😂😂 you’re a lovely lady to watch and I feel really humbled 😍😍😍
Hi Sarah! I was so happy to see your video today. As usual, I loved our time together. We have a wooly caterpillar here in the US that supposedly tells us ahead of time if we're going to have a hard winter. If the caterpillar has lots of brown fuzziness, then we are to beware - lots of cold and snow is on the way!! ❤
Your sewing box is lovely! I hope the start of school goes as smoothly as possible - it's always such an exciting and stressful time for everyone, isn't it? 🤗
Enjoyed your video. Love the needle minders shown, and the kits from Catepillar. Oh, and Stitching mends the soul. Lovely, will definitely stitch that one. Happy Stitching ❤😊
Beautiful sewing box and I love your choice of fabrics. I've never stitched a caterpillar project but I'm sure I would enjoy it. Thank you for sharing!!!
They have some lovely designs to choose from, big ones and small ones. I have been enjoying their mystery SALs this year. Normally mystery SALs can be a bit of a risk but they do give you a sneaky blurred image to give you some kind of idea before it starts.
Hi Sarah lovely to share time with you again,love all that you have shown,your stitching box is gorgeous 👏 Today here in NZ is 1st of September,and I am joining a sal for the month called,30 for 30, so it’s stitching 30 minutes a day for 30 days,have a good week Thankyou for sharing 🇳🇿❤️🪡
Love the idea of finishing a design in a ceramic pie dish, it a fun design, I must look out for it, I like tiny modernist designs, loving the jewellery box idea, and the caterpillar design looks so cute,
Lots of lovely projects Sarah. The travelling Stitchy case is great, you've done a lovely job. Love the MFE I Am No Bird, I think I need to stitch this. Not even looking at new patterns as I simply must finish some projects I'm doing, but it's hard to resist. Hope Granny had a good birthday and happy stitching.
I thought I wouldn’t look at the new releases either, but I kind of avoided looking with one eye still open if you know what I mean 😉 My MIL really enjoyed her birthday. She just loves Charlotte’s excitement over birthday cake and singing happy birthday.
Your stitching case is beautiful! I love your Stitching Mends finish and with the colors you chose, it’s going to make a lovely stitching mat to match your case. 💙 I enjoyed learning more about the Caterpillar cross stitch kits, they have such cute patterns. So many great releases coming out at needlework marketplace, it’s hard to choose a favorite but I’m excited to receive my preorders! 😊
Hi Sarah, I have caught up with Sherrie, she was a natural. I also really like A Dutch Stitcher, Hanneke. She has some beautiful projects. Well done on the box, looks amazing. See you next time, Teri
Love the finish using the pottery bowl. Very cleaver! Fantastic job on your stitchy box! I just might have to try one! As always, your stitching is just lovely. Judy
Deal Sarah, now I‘ll join the next Caterpillar SAL too. Thank you 😊 ❤ I‘m on track with the ongoing SAL - I‘m so happy. My other SALs are more Start alongs 😉 glitter village is lovely. Happy Stitching.
Oh that’s lovely that you’re enjoying Positivity Lifts and keeping up too. It doesn’t really matter if the others are star5 alongs as long as you enjoy them, but there is a particular satisfaction in being up to date, isn’t there? Thanks for taking time to comment.
I would definitely make that caterpillar animal design! I'm going to look into the mystery project too! Love the finishes! Not boring at all... always fun to see your updates!
Love the caterpillar. Your tea cups piece is going to be beautiful and reminded me that I have a Luca S kit that I started about 5 months ago, the progress is pitiful 😂 but I should make more of an effort with it, but, Christmas stitches are calling me! Happy birthday to Granny, I hope you all had a lovely time. See you next time ❤
What a great video - well, 3 great videos. We have been away so just catching up on flosstube. Your finishes and projects are fabulous. I am thinking of doing 24 new starts in 2024 and probably have half of them kitted up already 🤪🤪. Happy stitching Sarah and thanks again.
Hi Sarah, I still newish to this cross stitching malarkey, my grandson got me into it, I'm loving the jewellery box idea, so much pretty stitching. Caterpillar.
I’m so impressed your grandson has introduced you to cross stitch. Kudos to him! I hope you enjoy it and if ever there’s anything I can help with, please just ask. There’s a whole community out here willing to help and recruit more folks to our obsession! 😊
Thank you for sharing Caterpillar Cross Stitch designs and stitch boxes. I wasn't aware of them and their contents. Very beautiful and creative stitchy box. One pattern I am looking forward to is the Bluebirds by JBW. I love the wording and the birds, especially the blue tones.
I had to look bluebirds up to see what it was like. Oh it is really pretty and you’re right about the wording. I hope you enjoy stitching it eventually, Gwen.
So Sarah you need to picture the scene tonight.... in a rural pub in the West of Ireland. Lots of fishermen discussing the three day festival they have just fished, especially the 'one' that got away😂😂😂 A solitary woman sitting in the corner, crochet out, doing a square of the 'Any which way' throw, watching you on her phone with ear buds in. The presentation was supposed to be at 8pm but this being Ireland we'll be lucky if it starts by 10pm 😂😂😂Worst of all, my poor hubby didn't even win anything but he wanted to support the organisers as it's been a nightmare trying to organise anything in the dreadful weather we've had over the supposed 'summer'. It's been a pleasure to have your company here this evening. The teacups are beautiful, I really love those colours. Your case is lovely as well. Hope Charlotte gets on well with her new SNA back at school. Can't believe the kids are going back already. It was a very short summer of dreadful weather. Take care, hope you get lots of stitching time. Best wishes from 🇮🇪
You mean I was at the pub and nobody even bought me a drink 😂Oh well, at least no headache in the morning (it only takes one drink for that). Glad to have kept you company while listening to the fishermen regale their three days. At least the delay in the start meant you got more crocheting done 😉 Take care Anne Marie.
Although I have pre-ordered several patterns, Sampler & Primitives "Rose Band Sampler" spoke to me. Both my parents passed into the Lord's presence last year. I want to stitch a remembrance piece for each. My plan was to start their remembrances on their birthdays. Finding a project that reminded me of Mom has been the challenge! However, when I saw this chart, it brought back wonderful memories of my Mom's pink/rose china & special family celebrations. Happily, I will have everything I need to start this on her October 30th birthday.
Oh how special Julie. I am sorry for your loss but I’m glad you are finding ways to remember your parents that are meaningful to you. The Rose Band Sampler is beautiful.
Hi Sarah! Sorry I haven’t commented in a while! I’ve been a busy bee 🐝 loved all your goodies at the beginning and as usual thoroughly enjoyed your beautiful stitching 🧵💗
I forgot to tell you last time that I’m joining you with the Caterpillar Christmas Wonderland SAL. Looking forward to it. I’m not planning to buy anything from Needlework Marketplace this year. I still have to start the ones I bought from Nashville 2023. Have a nice birthday celebration with your family. Greetings, Clara from The Netherlands 👋🏻
Oh wonderful that you’re going to join the Christmas Wonderland SAL too, Clara. I think it’s going to be very sweet! Sensible approach to your purchases. You can always catch up on something you decide you love later on.
Hi Sarah I loved your sewing case. You did such a great job. I would love to try it myself, but trying to finish full coverage wips! The caterpillar crosstitch kit looks like a lot of fun. Looking forward to your next video. Stay well
Oh I admire that you have multiple full coverage WIPs! They are a huge commitment. The little boxes don’t really take very long once you’ve decide what fabrics etc you want to use.
I’m looking forward to seeing how long your daily stitch takes, should be interesting compared to the other one . I really loved Yas’s little fox, that one definitely jumped out at me! Caterpillar
At this point it feels like this one (I Am No Bird) is slower. The border is quite involved, not hard, just a lot of stitches, so maybe that’s why. We’ll see how it comes together, but right now I don’t seem to have come too far in a month. Yas’s fox is my favourite of the three, too. Thanks or taking time to comment Darlene.
Where have I been & why haven't I ever found your floss tube before??? Loved everything in this one & am off to watch your others. So pleased to find you & have subscribed!! Oh & have just remembered .......... caterpillar.
The caterpillar designs and needle minders are so eye catching. Looking forwards to seeing the finished 'Mend' made into a mat. Love the jewel box conversion. Daren't look at new releases as I ended up buying some charts I've wanted to get at the FOQ and frankly with other craft projects waiting in the wings I mustn't give in! I expect Charlotte will look forward to seeing her friends tomorrow - then be tired out by hometime as the younger ones usually are!
Thank you Jean. Yes, I expect tomorrow to be a day of mixed high emotions. They’re breaking back in gently with two half days so hopefully, that will help limit the overstimulation 😉
Another wonderful video! Your sewing box turned out so great…I think I may need to take on a project like that!! I also love the idea of a daily thread project, so tmr I’m going to look through mine and see what I can pick for that! The caterpillar patterns are so cute, the girls love the playful animal one.
I love my daily thread projects. Sometimes, like this one, I choose a pattern and start working a daily thread until it’s finished. Other times, I choose something from my WIPs that needs a wee boost for a month or that I could finish up by stitching as thread a day. It doesn’t feel like much progress each day, but over time the consistency really does add up. It’s also like the warm up act for whatever else I want to stitch in my day 😉 I hope you’ll treat yourself to a little fun with the jewellery box conversion.
Hi Sarah! I am waiting for Scarlett Berries by The Scarlett House and Farm Market Pinkeep by Stacy Nash. There could be many more but later is fine. Your Glitter Village is darling, I can see why you pushed through on the called for fabric. Happy Stitching 🪡🪡🪡
Thank you Kathy. The Season’s Greetings design by Emma Congdon is beautiful. Just a perfect pre-Christmas stitch. So glad you will be able to avail of the discount Caterpillar Cross Stitch have offered. Have fun!
Wonderful stitching as usual Sarah - it is great to catch up and see where you are up to with your projects. I love the sewing case and it might need to be an aim to get one done for Stitch in London! I really hope Charlotte has enjoyed going back to school - Wednesday here so still a couple of days to go! Xxx
The sewing box took an afternoon and part of the evening. It’s quite quick once you’ve decide what you want to do. I look forward to seeing yours in London😉
Sweet finish in the pottery bowl! Love that💕 We all have "blank moments!" Zowie, those glitter bobbins are lovely! I don't bobinate but I love a floss drop❤ That washi tape is lovely!
What a pleasant visit. You are always a wealth of information. Caterpillar stitching is always such great quality. Playful pets is very sweet. Happy stitching and have a great week. I wish Charlotte a wonderful first day back a school.
That bowl finish gift you got is perfect! Nice to see your project on the red thread a day sampler! I decided to make that one of my Sampler September starts. I didn’t actually see any releases from Market now that I just had to have which is great because I have acquired a lot of stash this year.
Oh your wallet will be happy you haven’t fallen in love with anything this market release. I Am No Bird will make a lovely Sampler September piece. I get so much joy from stitching Jacob’s patterns.
Always so fun to find one of your new videos pop up! Love seeing your progress on Glitter Village and the teacups. The Autumn Bee is definitely one of my favorite new releases as is the 2023 Wee Santa by Heart in Hand. Those flowers remind me of quilt blocks. I'm also always a sucker for anything JBW Designs releases and this time it's Hannah's Bluebirds. I have too many WIPs at present so not planning on making purchases. So tempting though! Hope Charlotte has a great start to her school year. Happy stitching to you!!
Hi Sarah! Great to see you again today! I hope Charlotte's return to school goes smoothly, especially without Emma. The Playful Pets design by Caterpillar Cross Stitch is so cute. Love your conversion of Stitching Mends. Blessed is beautiful in it's simplicity. Nice to see another Glitter Village house completed, glad you have been able to adjust to stitching on the sparkle fabric. I have found there is a big difference in the iridescent fabrics. I am currently stitching on one from To Dye for Fabrics that I am not struggling with but others I really struggle with. I think part of the problem is if it is a looser weave. Wonderful progress on your teacups kit. That turquoise/aqua one is gorgeous! I am looking forward to seeing those ornaments stitched and how they look once they are folded and put together. Your jewelry box is fabulous, love your color scheme and the crocheted lace is the perfect touch. I really like the 6 patterns of black cats that Lindy Stitches released but probably won't spend the $3o for it as I have so many patterns and kits already, especially having just bought Aurora Cabin which I have admired for years. Happy stitching.
So interesting to hear what you think of stitching on iridescent fabrics. This is my first attempt/experience. I have been gifted some other beautiful iridescents and they feel completely different from this zweigart one, so I wonder if I’ll experience the same as you. I guess every piece of fabric has its own properties to contend with. It’s good you have found one that works well for you too. Aurora Cabin is a stunning kit. I really hope you enjoy working on it.
Sarah your finishes and stitching box are stunning. You made lots of progress on your wips. I did order a few of Yas charts but need to get the fall animal ones they are adorable then I got two from Brenda Gervais. I hope you take some time for yourself while on vacation. Happy stitching friend.
Thank you so much Ruth. I think I read somewhere that Yas will have her designs in her Etsy tomorrow so I’ll be hopping on there to see those autumn ones for sure 😉 Bye bye no new purchases 😂😂😂
So glad I caught your video right when it came out. It made for a wonderful Sunday afternoon. I love the caterpillar boxes but am waiting for another SAL that have hinted at that is book related. Cant wait to see that and stitch it. One of the things that really caught my eye in terms of new releases is from the Scarlett House “A sampler for all seasons”. I love the little verse and the houses and have already preordered it from my LNS. Another one is Oona Owl by the Artsy Housewife.
Nice choices, Yvonne. The Sampler for All Seasons verse is perfect and aren’t Oona Owl’s eyes fabulous? Hope you enjoy the book related SAL. I haven’t seen that one.
Hi Sarah! Would you mind sharing your color conversion for Stitching Mends the Soul? Your colors are exactly the kinds that I would choose and I’m terrible at color conversions. Your Glitter Village is gorgeous! I love your stitching case! It’s beautiful. I am working on a bee themed case right now. It’s so much fun! Have a great couple of weeks! I hope that Charlotte has a good transition to school. Happy Stitching! ❤
Oh a bee themed case sounds just perfect! Very happy to share the conversion of Stitching Mends. All DMC. Called for number listed first, then my alternative. Hope it makes sense. Blanc - blanc, 930 - 04, 932 - 932, 166 - 3819, 580 - 907, 3822 - 3713, 3820 - 3712, 351 - 807 and 353 - 3766. Have fun!
Nice progress Sarah and I really like your sewing box. I hope Charlotte is having a great first week back at school. I have actually started my small for Jacob Palooza. Still working on figuring out the rest of the colors though. So it may sit for a bit while I figure it out further. And I have no idea how I'm going to finish it yet. Take care.
Now that I’m faced with having an exchange small to stitch I’m being super indecisive. It’s not easy to choose, is it? Glad you’ve made a start on yours. I shall be wishing finishing inspiration your way 😉 Charlotte had a great first day back to school, thanks for your good wishes, Mary Ann
@@sewmesarah Glad she had a great first day back. Good luck choosing your small. My choice of what to stitch was at least limited by having to be from Modern Folk Embroidery.
Superb job with your wee stitchy box, it looks fab. I haven't actually seen that many releases from needlework expo this year, I've not had much time for social media the last few weeks. Do you know if there is somewhere online we can see all the releases in one place rather than the individual designers pages? I've just started my last caterpillar cross stitch season tree, hello deer, I'm hoping to get it done in time for this winter.
Oh well done you for getting to all four of the season trees! I’ve got all the patterns but have only stitched Hello Pumpkin so far. I don’t know of anywhere that shows all the market releases together but I followed IG hashtag needleworkmarketplace and saw some of them come through. IG is messing with hashtags though and they’re not as useful as they once were.
Your travel case is brilliant! The fabric was a perfect choice. I am really Tryon to stitch from my stash. Of course, I say that every month and I am then tempted to buy something else. I didn't pre-order anything from market but the sampler from The Scarlett House is wonderful. You mentioned the milk thread drops are not available to you. What types of things are hard to get Ireland versus here in the states?
Hi Karen, I was stitching from stash as much as I could from the beginning of the year. It’s hard with so much temptation all around. I think my efforts are finally about to succumb to ALL the patterns now though. 😂. So, in Northern Ireland there are zero cross stitch shops and I don’t think there are any in Ireland as a whole either. I have asked other Flosstubers but no one seems to know of any. If we’re lucky we can find dmc (at high prices) in a yarn shop and maybe a package of white or ivory 16 count Aida. There’s also a bigger hobby store with even more expensive dmc, some basic Aida (not even zweigart) and a few kits with wolves and tigers on. No such thing as being able to see a collection of patterns, or a selection of hand dyed fabrics or threads or any of the beautiful accessories that we see from other parts of the world that have their cross stitch game together! Thank goodness for flosstube and online retail is all I can say.😉
Any idea where I can get the pattern with the tea cups and the little snowman? I looked online & on Etsy but no luck. - Found it! It’s in the 2022 Twin Peak Primitives ornament book. :)
Love all Caterpillar cross stitch does from charts to beautiful needle minders! Thanks so much Sarah❤
Your welcome Robin. It’s so nice to have such a great company working to keep our craft alive.
Caterpillar! Thanks for showing the boxes! Your glitter village is just beautiful and timeless. Your teacups are so realistic! Love the colors. Your case is a real treasure..love your fabrics. Have fun stitching for the top!
Thanks for the lovely comments and for watching Yvonne. I think you’ve tried using the magic word, but this is an older video. Catch my latest for an option to use two different magic words. 😉
Caterpillar Cross Stitch always makes great kits. Thank you for sharing everything about you and cross stitch. I really like your stitching mends with your color choices.
Thank you so much for the sweet comment Mary.
Caterpillar. I always love your videos and projects. I hope Miss Charlotte will have an easy transition back to school. 🪡🐛
Thank you so much. We’re all set for tomorrow morning and a new school year (I hope).
Sarah, your sewing box is absolutely stunning! I watched Colorado Cross Stitcher’s latest video yesterday and she talks of why making a fabric slip case for your sewing box might be a good idea to protect your beautiful handiwork! It’s worth seeing, if you haven’t already 😮. Sarah, your floss tubes are never boring!! Love seeing all your beautiful projects. Lovely happy mail. Happy stitching. Take care. 🙂
Thank you Jean. I haven’t seen Sherri’s latest video but that does sound like a good idea. I appreciate your kindness Jean.
I love your backdrop with your old sewing machine and your teacups! Love the village that will be so sweet when done.
Thank you so much Lorrine. I love my teacups too😊
Hi Sarah, Great spending some time with you today, I loved your British Isle stitch from Caterpillar, have a great week.
Thank you. I hope your week is a good one too.
Great flosstube as always. Love all the caterpillar cross stitch goodies, especially the hot chocolate needle minder. Your sewing box looks amazing, love the Tilda fabric too! ❤
Thank you Victoria. That needleminder couldn’t be any cuter!
Great to see you again glitter village is beautiful 😊 I love caterpillar cross stitch .
CCS are such a lovely company. I’m really enjoying seeing Glitter village grow pattern by pattern. Thanks for taking time to comment.
Interesting boxes by Caterpillar. Good job presenting all the goodies. Enjoy your videos and your stitching. Happy beginning of school.
Thank you so much Dianne.
So happy for you to have a week off Sarah! You so deserve and need "you time!"❤
Can't wait to see your stitching mat. I love The Blue Flower Jeannine, and I adore you too❤Sarah❤
Oh Sarah, your jewelry kit turned out perfectly!
You are so kind Rebecca. Hubby and I shared parenting responsibilities on our week off tag team style, which meant we both hit a little free time to do what made us happy. My happy was all stitch related of course! 😁
@@sewmesarah Thats great! Kudos to your hubby too❣
Loved seeing all your beautiful stitching. Those tea cups look 3 dimensional! Caterpillar
Thank you, I love working on them.
Lovely to see all your stitching progress 😊
Caterpillar Cross Stitch have so many lovely designs and there needleminders are really good quality and lovely 😊❤
Yes, the needleminders are so beautifully detailed and gorgeous quality. I have more of them than I’m willing for my husband to know 😉
@sewmesarah I understand completely. My husband has no idea of how much stitching stash iv got. Think it's probably best that way 😂 💕
Hi Sarah, Stitching Mends the Soul is beautiful as is Blessed. Your WIPs are coming along beautifully. Your stitching case is so pretty. Happy stitching 😊
Thank you Sally.
Caterpillar! Awesome video. Hope Charlotte has a wonderful school year. Your stitching is beautiful. Have a great time stitching!
Thank you so much Pat. Charlotte has enjoyed her first few days back.
Wow, Sarah! Glitter Village is gorgeous!!! Your travel case is fantastic!! Love all your details. Thank you for sharing with us!💚Michele
Thank you Michelle. I hope you are well.
Thank you so much for mentioning me. I physically laughed out loud when you said I flashed my knickers 😂😂😂 you’re a lovely lady to watch and I feel really humbled 😍😍😍
An absolute pleasure Sherrie!
After the caterpillar comes the butterfly. Love your flosstubes
Thank you Jenny.
Hi Sarah! I was so happy to see your video today. As usual, I loved our time together. We have a wooly caterpillar here in the US that supposedly tells us ahead of time if we're going to have a hard winter. If the caterpillar has lots of brown fuzziness, then we are to beware - lots of cold and snow is on the way!! ❤
Well, I kinda hope your caterpillar will be bald so you have a gentle winter then 😉 Thank you so much for watching Vicky.
Thank you for another great video. Always enjoy listening to you.
Thank you so much for stopping by for a little bit, Jeannie.
Your sewing box is lovely! I hope the start of school goes as smoothly as possible - it's always such an exciting and stressful time for everyone, isn't it? 🤗
So far, so good with school. Keeping my fingers crossed it will stay that way. Thank you Deborah.
Love the stitching mends the soul design, and it sure does, caterpillar box sounds great.
Yes, stitching does mend the soul. Therapy at its best 😉
Such a lovely time with, as always, Sarah.
Thank you! 😊
Enjoyed your video. Love the needle minders shown, and the kits from Catepillar. Oh, and Stitching mends the soul. Lovely, will definitely stitch that one. Happy Stitching ❤😊
It’s a great one to stitch, I really enjoyed it.
Love the assortment of pets on the caterpillar cross stitch pattern. Hope going back to school goes well for Charlotte.
Thank you Amy, we’re all set for tomorrow morning and a new school year.
Beautiful sewing box and I love your choice of fabrics. I've never stitched a caterpillar project but I'm sure I would enjoy it. Thank you for sharing!!!
They have some lovely designs to choose from, big ones and small ones. I have been enjoying their mystery SALs this year. Normally mystery SALs can be a bit of a risk but they do give you a sneaky blurred image to give you some kind of idea before it starts.
Caterpillar crossstitch have so many pretty patterns
They do indeed!
Hi Sarah lovely to share time with you again,love all that you have shown,your stitching box is gorgeous 👏 Today here in NZ is 1st of September,and I am joining a sal for the month called,30 for 30, so it’s stitching 30 minutes a day for 30 days,have a good week Thankyou for sharing 🇳🇿❤️🪡
Oh that sounds like fun Donna. I hope you enjoy whatever you’ve chosen to work on and that you see the progress a little consistency brings.
Love the idea of finishing a design in a ceramic pie dish, it a fun design, I must look out for it, I like tiny modernist designs, loving the jewellery box idea, and the caterpillar design looks so cute,
I really like Tiny Modernist designs too. This one was a lot of fun and perfect for us stitchers. thanks for watching Val.
Lots of lovely projects Sarah. The travelling Stitchy case is great, you've done a lovely job. Love the MFE I Am No Bird, I think I need to stitch this. Not even looking at new patterns as I simply must finish some projects I'm doing, but it's hard to resist. Hope Granny had a good birthday and happy stitching.
I thought I wouldn’t look at the new releases either, but I kind of avoided looking with one eye still open if you know what I mean 😉 My MIL really enjoyed her birthday. She just loves Charlotte’s excitement over birthday cake and singing happy birthday.
I really like the caterpillar mystery stitchalongs. As always your stitching looks so neat, I really like the patterns you pick.
Thank you! I’ve been enjoying the mystery SALs too.
Hi Sarah, happy birthday to your grandma. I really like the zagouigoui delight pattern that your stitching. It’s very pretty. Caterpillar
Thanks Rose. Zigouigoui Delight is very delicate and pretty. It’s my MIL’s birthday that we celebrated. She enjoyed her afternoon on treats.
Your stitching case is beautiful! I love your Stitching Mends finish and with the colors you chose, it’s going to make a lovely stitching mat to match your case. 💙
I enjoyed learning more about the Caterpillar cross stitch kits, they have such cute patterns.
So many great releases coming out at needlework marketplace, it’s hard to choose a favorite but I’m excited to receive my preorders! 😊
Thank you. I look forward to seeing your marketplace purchases on your channel. Enjoy!
Hi Sarah, I have caught up with Sherrie, she was a natural. I also really like A Dutch Stitcher, Hanneke. She has some beautiful projects. Well done on the box, looks amazing. See you next time, Teri
Oh I loved Sherrie, she made me giggle! Thank you for recommending Hanneke. I hope to watch her this weekend.
Love the finish using the pottery bowl. Very cleaver! Fantastic job on your stitchy box! I just might have to try one! As always, your stitching is just lovely. Judy
Thank you Judy. I love the little stitch on the pottery pie dish. Kathleen did a beautiful job.
Oh, and I hope you do try one of the jewellery box finishes. It’s fun to do.
Deal Sarah, now I‘ll join the next Caterpillar SAL too. Thank you 😊 ❤ I‘m on track with the ongoing SAL - I‘m so happy. My other SALs are more Start alongs 😉 glitter village is lovely. Happy Stitching.
Oh that’s lovely that you’re enjoying Positivity Lifts and keeping up too. It doesn’t really matter if the others are star5 alongs as long as you enjoy them, but there is a particular satisfaction in being up to date, isn’t there? Thanks for taking time to comment.
Lovely podcast as always - love your stitching box. Caterpillar 😊
Thank you Siobhan
Caterpillar cross-stitch has really nice sals. Your finishes are so pretty.
They do! Thanks for watching today.
Caterpillar. Love your videos! Greetings from Canada.
Thank you for watching in Canada Julie.
I would definitely make that caterpillar animal design! I'm going to look into the mystery project too! Love the finishes! Not boring at all... always fun to see your updates!
Thank you Kathy, I appreciate your kind comment.
Hi Sarah. How nice to see you. I love your stitching box and your wips. Those teacups look so nice. Great job. ❤ Caterpillar 🐛
Do you think you might try making a box yourself Judith?
@@sewmesarah actually, I bought a small one at a charity shop but I haven't had a chance to work on it. I'll send you a picture once I do. 💕
Oh please do, I’d love to see it!
Love the caterpillar. Your tea cups piece is going to be beautiful and reminded me that I have a Luca S kit that I started about 5 months ago, the progress is pitiful 😂 but I should make more of an effort with it, but, Christmas stitches are calling me! Happy birthday to Granny, I hope you all had a lovely time. See you next time ❤
Oh go with what’s calling you. I love stitching Christmas too,Julie.
What a great video - well, 3 great videos. We have been away so just catching up on flosstube. Your finishes and projects are fabulous. I am thinking of doing 24 new starts in 2024 and probably have half of them kitted up already 🤪🤪. Happy stitching Sarah and thanks again.
I hope you had a lovely time away Sue. 24 starts sounds like fun. I hope you enjoyed choosing which ones you’ll do.
My pet is a dog not a caterpillar. Your sewing kit has such beautiful colors…so cheerful and your words were fine.
I suspect a dog is a more loyal companion than a wriggly caterpillar😂 Thank you for watching.
Hi Sarah, I still newish to this cross stitching malarkey, my grandson got me into it, I'm loving the jewellery box idea, so much pretty stitching. Caterpillar.
I’m so impressed your grandson has introduced you to cross stitch. Kudos to him! I hope you enjoy it and if ever there’s anything I can help with, please just ask. There’s a whole community out here willing to help and recruit more folks to our obsession! 😊
Your teacup piece is beautiful. Caterpillar
Thank you so much.
I love the new crow pattern by The Proper Stitcher. Caterpillar looks great
Annie’s crow patterns are wonderful. Very good choice! Thanks for watching.
Thank you for sharing Caterpillar Cross Stitch designs and stitch boxes. I wasn't aware of them and their contents. Very beautiful and creative stitchy box. One pattern I am looking forward to is the Bluebirds by JBW. I love the wording and the birds, especially the blue tones.
I had to look bluebirds up to see what it was like. Oh it is really pretty and you’re right about the wording. I hope you enjoy stitching it eventually, Gwen.
So Sarah you need to picture the scene tonight.... in a rural pub in the West of Ireland. Lots of fishermen discussing the three day festival they have just fished, especially the 'one' that got away😂😂😂 A solitary woman sitting in the corner, crochet out, doing a square of the 'Any which way' throw, watching you on her phone with ear buds in. The presentation was supposed to be at 8pm but this being Ireland we'll be lucky if it starts by 10pm 😂😂😂Worst of all, my poor hubby didn't even win anything but he wanted to support the organisers as it's been a nightmare trying to organise anything in the dreadful weather we've had over the supposed 'summer'.
It's been a pleasure to have your company here this evening. The teacups are beautiful, I really love those colours. Your case is lovely as well.
Hope Charlotte gets on well with her new SNA back at school. Can't believe the kids are going back already. It was a very short summer of dreadful weather.
Take care, hope you get lots of stitching time.
Best wishes from 🇮🇪
You mean I was at the pub and nobody even bought me a drink 😂Oh well, at least no headache in the morning (it only takes one drink for that). Glad to have kept you company while listening to the fishermen regale their three days. At least the delay in the start meant you got more crocheting done 😉 Take care Anne Marie.
I might have to subscribe to caterpillar crossstitch boxes. Enjoy seeing your stitching. I have many pets around my farm.
I’m sure the farm and the pets keep you busy Ethel!
Although I have pre-ordered several patterns, Sampler & Primitives "Rose Band Sampler" spoke to me. Both my parents passed into the Lord's presence last year. I want to stitch a remembrance piece for each. My plan was to start their remembrances on their birthdays. Finding a project that reminded me of Mom has been the challenge! However, when I saw this chart, it brought back wonderful memories of my Mom's pink/rose china & special family celebrations. Happily, I will have everything I need to start this on her October 30th birthday.
Oh how special Julie. I am sorry for your loss but I’m glad you are finding ways to remember your parents that are meaningful to you. The Rose Band Sampler is beautiful.
Hi Sarah! Sorry I haven’t commented in a while! I’ve been a busy bee 🐝 loved all your goodies at the beginning and as usual thoroughly enjoyed your beautiful stitching 🧵💗
Thank you Lauren! It’s so hard to fit everything in and I don’t always get a chance to comment either, but I always watch!
I forgot to tell you last time that I’m joining you with the Caterpillar Christmas Wonderland SAL. Looking forward to it.
I’m not planning to buy anything from Needlework Marketplace this year. I still have to start the ones I bought from Nashville 2023.
Have a nice birthday celebration with your family.
Greetings, Clara from The Netherlands 👋🏻
Oh wonderful that you’re going to join the Christmas Wonderland SAL too, Clara. I think it’s going to be very sweet! Sensible approach to your purchases. You can always catch up on something you decide you love later on.
Hi Sarah I loved your sewing case. You did such a great job. I would love to try it myself, but trying to finish full coverage wips! The caterpillar crosstitch kit looks like a lot of fun. Looking forward to your next video. Stay well
Oh I admire that you have multiple full coverage WIPs! They are a huge commitment. The little boxes don’t really take very long once you’ve decide what fabrics etc you want to use.
I’m looking forward to seeing how long your daily stitch takes, should be interesting compared to the other one . I really loved Yas’s little fox, that one definitely jumped out at me! Caterpillar
At this point it feels like this one (I Am No Bird) is slower. The border is quite involved, not hard, just a lot of stitches, so maybe that’s why. We’ll see how it comes together, but right now I don’t seem to have come too far in a month. Yas’s fox is my favourite of the three, too. Thanks or taking time to comment Darlene.
Where have I been & why haven't I ever found your floss tube before??? Loved everything in this one & am off to watch your others. So pleased to find you & have subscribed!! Oh & have just remembered .......... caterpillar.
Well, hello and welcome Juliet! It’s lovely to have you join us here at Sew Me Sarah. Thank you for subscribing and taking time to leave a comment.😊
Your case turned out great! Caterpillar.
Thank you Kim!
Just found your channel, love your set up and calm style. Caterpillar.
Thank you so much Mary. It’s lovely to have you join us here at Sew Me Sarah. I hope you’ll visit again.
YAY!!! So happy to see your video pop up❤
Thanks for watching my lovely friend!
Glitter village is really nice! Love it 😊
Thank you!
The caterpillar designs and needle minders are so eye catching. Looking forwards to seeing the finished 'Mend' made into a mat. Love the jewel box conversion. Daren't look at new releases as I ended up buying some charts I've wanted to get at the FOQ and frankly with other craft projects waiting in the wings I mustn't give in! I expect Charlotte will look forward to seeing her friends tomorrow - then be tired out by hometime as the younger ones usually are!
Thank you Jean. Yes, I expect tomorrow to be a day of mixed high emotions. They’re breaking back in gently with two half days so hopefully, that will help limit the overstimulation 😉
Thanks for your update. I’ve got my first stitch along. It’s your fault! You made me buy it. Thanks. Happy stitching 😂
Oops! I hope you have fun with it Dian.
Another wonderful video! Your sewing box turned out so great…I think I may need to take on a project like that!! I also love the idea of a daily thread project, so tmr I’m going to look through mine and see what I can pick for that! The caterpillar patterns are so cute, the girls love the playful animal one.
I love my daily thread projects. Sometimes, like this one, I choose a pattern and start working a daily thread until it’s finished. Other times, I choose something from my WIPs that needs a wee boost for a month or that I could finish up by stitching as thread a day. It doesn’t feel like much progress each day, but over time the consistency really does add up. It’s also like the warm up act for whatever else I want to stitch in my day 😉 I hope you’ll treat yourself to a little fun with the jewellery box conversion.
Hi Sarah! I am waiting for Scarlett Berries by The Scarlett House and Farm Market Pinkeep by Stacy Nash. There could be many more but later is fine. Your Glitter Village is darling, I can see why you pushed through on the called for fabric. Happy Stitching 🪡🪡🪡
Nice choices for your market release purchases. I hope you have much pleasure stitching them.
Love the caterpillar box. Going to sign up. Thank you for sharing love the Christmas houses and the pastel colors. Stitchy box looks great.
Thank you Kathy. The Season’s Greetings design by Emma Congdon is beautiful. Just a perfect pre-Christmas stitch. So glad you will be able to avail of the discount Caterpillar Cross Stitch have offered. Have fun!
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Thanks for watching.
I have stitched a few patterns from Caterpillar. And love the corgi needleminder I got from them to use with my Coronation stitch!!
Their needleminders are superb quality and always such beautiful designs. I might have an obsession with them 😉
Beautiful sewing box and love your fabric choices. Great opportunity from caterpillar cross stitch a bit like a try before you buy hx
Exactly Helen. Thank you.
I loved your sewing box! So cute!
Thank you, it was a lot of fun to do.
Wonderful stitching as usual Sarah - it is great to catch up and see where you are up to with your projects. I love the sewing case and it might need to be an aim to get one done for Stitch in London! I really hope Charlotte has enjoyed going back to school - Wednesday here so still a couple of days to go! Xxx
The sewing box took an afternoon and part of the evening. It’s quite quick once you’ve decide what you want to do. I look forward to seeing yours in London😉
@@sewmesarah it's the indecision on fabric to use that will no doubt take the time for me 🤣
Your glitter village is looking amazing Sarah.
I might have to think about a jewellery box make myself 😊
Oh do try it, it’s a lot of fun! Thanks for watching!
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I did join the caterpillar sal. Thanks so much for 15% off. Can’t wait to get it.
Oh that’s great! I’m glad you were able to avail of the generous discount offer by Caterpillar Cross Stitch.
Would love to try caterpillar cross stitch it is too cute 🥰
Their products are such lovely quality and a lot of fun.
I'm always happy to see a new Sew me Sarah video on my subscription list! Thank you for sharing your time and talents! Caterpillar ~ Amy
That’s very sweet of you Amy. Thank you so much for watching and taking time to comment.
Love the caterpillar needle minders, I have never stitched one of their kits yet so will go to the website and have a look.
Their needleminders have been my favourite for such a long time. Always great quality and so much detail in the design.
Sweet finish in the pottery bowl! Love that💕 We all have "blank moments!" Zowie, those glitter bobbins are lovely! I don't bobinate but I love a floss drop❤ That washi tape is lovely!
The washi tape is so cute! The glitter bobbins are super glittery and fun. My “blank moments” seem to be increasing 😉
The teacups are looking so good
Thank you!
What a pleasant visit. You are always a wealth of information. Caterpillar stitching is always such great quality. Playful pets is very sweet. Happy stitching and have a great week. I wish Charlotte a wonderful first day back a school.
Thank you Jean! Charlotte will be so excited to see her friends after the long school break.
Love the caterpillar kits! I ordered a couple of the new JBW patterns as well as a sampler from Rebel Stitcher!
How exciting. You’ll be watching the mail for those coming in now. JBW had some beauties.
That bowl finish gift you got is perfect! Nice to see your project on the red thread a day sampler! I decided to make that one of my Sampler September starts. I didn’t actually see any releases from Market now that I just had to have which is great because I have acquired a lot of stash this year.
Oh your wallet will be happy you haven’t fallen in love with anything this market release. I Am No Bird will make a lovely Sampler September piece. I get so much joy from stitching Jacob’s patterns.
Always so fun to find one of your new videos pop up! Love seeing your progress on Glitter Village and the teacups. The Autumn Bee is definitely one of my favorite new releases as is the 2023 Wee Santa by Heart in Hand. Those flowers remind me of quilt blocks. I'm also always a sucker for anything JBW Designs releases and this time it's Hannah's Bluebirds. I have too many WIPs at present so not planning on making purchases. So tempting though! Hope Charlotte has a great start to her school year. Happy stitching to you!!
Lovely choices Lori. No rush on the patterns, you can work your way through some WIPs and reward yourself with purchases in a few months😉
Hi Sarah! Great to see you again today! I hope Charlotte's return to school goes smoothly, especially without Emma. The Playful Pets design by Caterpillar Cross Stitch is so cute. Love your conversion of Stitching Mends. Blessed is beautiful in it's simplicity. Nice to see another Glitter Village house completed, glad you have been able to adjust to stitching on the sparkle fabric. I have found there is a big difference in the iridescent fabrics. I am currently stitching on one from To Dye for Fabrics that I am not struggling with but others I really struggle with. I think part of the problem is if it is a looser weave. Wonderful progress on your teacups kit. That turquoise/aqua one is gorgeous! I am looking forward to seeing those ornaments stitched and how they look once they are folded and put together. Your jewelry box is fabulous, love your color scheme and the crocheted lace is the perfect touch. I really like the 6 patterns of black cats that Lindy Stitches released but probably won't spend the $3o for it as I have so many patterns and kits already, especially having just bought Aurora Cabin which I have admired for years. Happy stitching.
So interesting to hear what you think of stitching on iridescent fabrics. This is my first attempt/experience. I have been gifted some other beautiful iridescents and they feel completely different from this zweigart one, so I wonder if I’ll experience the same as you. I guess every piece of fabric has its own properties to contend with. It’s good you have found one that works well for you too. Aurora Cabin is a stunning kit. I really hope you enjoy working on it.
I saw that there was a guinea pig on the pattern in the box of caterpillar! I love guinea pigs, I have two.
Yes! There is a Guinea pig. It’s very sweet!
Sarah your finishes and stitching box are stunning. You made lots of progress on your wips. I did order a few of Yas charts but need to get the fall animal ones they are adorable then I got two from Brenda Gervais. I hope you take some time for yourself while on vacation. Happy stitching friend.
Thank you so much Ruth. I think I read somewhere that Yas will have her designs in her Etsy tomorrow so I’ll be hopping on there to see those autumn ones for sure 😉 Bye bye no new purchases 😂😂😂
@@sewmesarah They are in her Etsy shop now. I just ordered mine that makes 5 charts from the market. No more shopping 😞.
Uh oh. I may have ordered mine too😉
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Lovely podcast as usual…
I must go a caterpillar has been eating my plants😂
Thankfully my caterpillar isn’t so pesky! Thanks for watching.
So glad I caught your video right when it came out. It made for a wonderful Sunday afternoon. I love the caterpillar boxes but am waiting for another SAL that have hinted at that is book related. Cant wait to see that and stitch it. One of the things that really caught my eye in terms of new releases is from the Scarlett House “A sampler for all seasons”. I love the little verse and the houses and have already preordered it from my LNS. Another one is Oona Owl by the Artsy Housewife.
Nice choices, Yvonne. The Sampler for All Seasons verse is perfect and aren’t Oona Owl’s eyes fabulous? Hope you enjoy the book related SAL. I haven’t seen that one.
I didn't get my Woman In A Field Of Flowers started at all. Life got in the way, but I hope to get a start before the end of the month.
Life does that. Here’s to your September start on it. I hope you enjoy!
Love all the Caterpillar products, and definitely getting that hot chocolate Needleminder to add to my collection ❤
The hot chocolate needleminder is fabulous. I’d say it’s a must have in any Caterpillar Cross Stitch needleminder collection.😉
Hi Sarah! Would you mind sharing your color conversion for Stitching Mends the Soul? Your colors are exactly the kinds that I would choose and I’m terrible at color conversions. Your Glitter Village is gorgeous! I love your stitching case! It’s beautiful. I am working on a bee themed case right now. It’s so much fun! Have a great couple of weeks! I hope that Charlotte has a good transition to school. Happy Stitching! ❤
Oh a bee themed case sounds just perfect! Very happy to share the conversion of Stitching Mends. All DMC. Called for number listed first, then my alternative. Hope it makes sense. Blanc - blanc, 930 - 04, 932 - 932, 166 - 3819, 580 - 907, 3822 - 3713, 3820 - 3712, 351 - 807 and 353 - 3766. Have fun!
@@sewmesarah Thank you so much, Sarah!!
I've just received the chrstmas sal by caterpillar 😊
Great! I’m looking forward to see all the reveals for what’s included in the design! Hope you have fun with it Helen.
Nice progress Sarah and I really like your sewing box. I hope Charlotte is having a great first week back at school. I have actually started my small for Jacob Palooza. Still working on figuring out the rest of the colors though. So it may sit for a bit while I figure it out further. And I have no idea how I'm going to finish it yet. Take care.
Now that I’m faced with having an exchange small to stitch I’m being super indecisive. It’s not easy to choose, is it? Glad you’ve made a start on yours. I shall be wishing finishing inspiration your way 😉 Charlotte had a great first day back to school, thanks for your good wishes, Mary Ann
@@sewmesarah Glad she had a great first day back. Good luck choosing your small. My choice of what to stitch was at least limited by having to be from Modern Folk Embroidery.
Superb job with your wee stitchy box, it looks fab. I haven't actually seen that many releases from needlework expo this year, I've not had much time for social media the last few weeks. Do you know if there is somewhere online we can see all the releases in one place rather than the individual designers pages? I've just started my last caterpillar cross stitch season tree, hello deer, I'm hoping to get it done in time for this winter.
Oh well done you for getting to all four of the season trees! I’ve got all the patterns but have only stitched Hello Pumpkin so far. I don’t know of anywhere that shows all the market releases together but I followed IG hashtag needleworkmarketplace and saw some of them come through. IG is messing with hashtags though and they’re not as useful as they once were.
Your travel case is brilliant! The fabric was a perfect choice. I am really Tryon to stitch from my stash. Of course, I say that every month and I am then tempted to buy something else. I didn't pre-order anything from market but the sampler from The Scarlett House is wonderful. You mentioned the milk thread drops are not available to you. What types of things are hard to get Ireland versus here in the states?
Hi Karen, I was stitching from stash as much as I could from the beginning of the year. It’s hard with so much temptation all around. I think my efforts are finally about to succumb to ALL the patterns now though. 😂. So, in Northern Ireland there are zero cross stitch shops and I don’t think there are any in Ireland as a whole either. I have asked other Flosstubers but no one seems to know of any. If we’re lucky we can find dmc (at high prices) in a yarn shop and maybe a package of white or ivory 16 count Aida. There’s also a bigger hobby store with even more expensive dmc, some basic Aida (not even zweigart) and a few kits with wolves and tigers on. No such thing as being able to see a collection of patterns, or a selection of hand dyed fabrics or threads or any of the beautiful accessories that we see from other parts of the world that have their cross stitch game together! Thank goodness for flosstube and online retail is all I can say.😉
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Thanks Christine.
Any idea where I can get the pattern with the tea cups and the little snowman? I looked online & on Etsy but no luck. - Found it! It’s in the 2022 Twin Peak Primitives ornament book. :)
Oh I’m so glad you found it!
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