@@marionsworld24Except we love to hear you talk. It is a tue sentiment. If you wait until you have all the colours and every size needle you might never get around to the fun part.
I love they way you make embroidery accessible to anyone who wants to try it without making them feel like they need to put out a crazy amount of money to have every thread, fabric, needle and tool available. These are things you collect over time based on what is relevant to your own personal embroidery journey and what you can afford. The main thing is to play with what you have to learn new things and just enjoy being creative. I think it is absolutely brilliant when you show us how to work with the threads you have on hand to get the effects you want, especially when you don't have the perfect colour, weight or texture of thread. I also admire the way you make beautiful, artistic embroideries by couching down the little bits of thread ends that are too small to stitch with. Thank you for taking the fear out of creativity by always reminding us that it is not that difficult, your first try doesn't have to be perfect and there are always some options when selecting materials for a project.
Thank you Marion for encouraging people to buy from thrift shops. While there is nothing wrong with purchasing new from speciality shops it is good to buy what is already available especially when starting out.❤ Australia
I'm 78 and haven't embroidered since I was 10. I wasn't very interested in it at 10 since I would rather be climbing an apple tree. I'm no longer able to climb apple trees and I have been recalling those sweet memories of a very straight-laced grandmother trying to teach me to crochet and embroider and be a perfect young lady. We didn't succeed. So, I am gathering my supplies, especially a pair of stork scissors. Thanks for the great video that rekindled my memory.
I have embroidered since I was a small child. I remember my grandmother showing me how to make a French knot. I have put it aside for years and come back now and then. This was so encouraging and has inspired me to take it up again. I have never used a stand. Maybe if I get serious about it I might get one,
Hi Marion. This video is very helpful. I never quite understood the differences in the threads, but I do now! Thank you for putting this together for us. By the way, love the hair up style...looks lovely on you! Have a great day! ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
What an eye-opener about needles. I too, have always just taken whatever needle is at hand but now I see why I have problems. Also learned so much about threads. It's a whole world of clever craftspeople in the past who thought these things through. Thank you so much for all of this, Marion. I now feel sooo smart!
Thank you Marion for a very informative video. Just yesterday I called into my local little church op-shop (charity shop) and there hiding at the back of the top shelf was a very large jar of vintage Beehive crewel wool...62 different colours and many were full skeins. I was so excited and I am sure the lady had trouble understanding my degree of excitement over some old wool. They ended up being 40 cents each which is around 20 pence so an awesome treasure to find and I am looking forward to using them in my stitching. I just need to find an old cutlery canteen now to convert to a storage container 😊 Lorrie
Excellent video, thank you! Your explanations are super clear also👍. Your stash of embroidery threads and wools are to envy 😉, like a kid in a candy store 👏. I was happy to learn more about the Appleton crewel wools and found multiple places on line that sell it as I don’t find it anywhere in shops. My mother started me and my twin sister embroidering long ago when we were just very young, I still remember first working on cotton kitchen towels embroidering the days of the week and the chores of that day! 😉. I grew into crewel kits in the early 1970’s. Today I enjoy all aspects of hand embroidery, especially slow stitching similar to the super creative projects you shared with us! I am forever on the hunt for thrifted and vintage threads, buttons, beads and anything sewing related. It is always a great day when you post a new video, but I also very much enjoy looking back on the many videos you have already made! You are a wonderful teacher! Thank you so much🌹💕
I mostly work in a hoop or frame where possible because of arthritis but I do like stitching small things in my hand. I also use a variety of threads etc and although I do not have any vintage wool I have found in my collection some DMC Medici wool which is a smooth wool and finer than Appletons and have used them both for carpets etc for the dolls house that I have. Anyone starting out would certainly find this video useful. Thank you.
That's really useful info. Liked the stress on matching your needle's eye to the thread, and the point to the fabric. Also the emphasis on making do and upcycling.
Thank you for the lovely video , I’ve learnt so much about needles and fabric. I go to a sewing group and have some new members, I shall be recommending that they watch your video as you broke everything down to encourage us, rather than discourage, sew a big thank you 😊
THANK you so much Marion. Even though I have been stitching for a long time, I sure learned a lot. Fantastic tutorial. I will send to my granddaughters who are just starting their stitching journey. ❤🇨🇦
Thank you so much, Marion. You are such a good teacher, and your advice is perfect for beginner and seasoned stitchers alike. What makes me enjoy your channel so much is that you always say to just use what you have. Sometimes, people have all these requirements that creativity gets lost along the way. I went through the holidays with you last year, it was so much fun and I had lots of lovely projects during the holiday season. I'm making those cheese crackers again😁😊😉
Wonderfully informative video, as usual. Thank you, Marion ❤ I found a wooden floor stand for my embroidery hoop. Makes a world of difference... I can have it angled in so many directions without repositioning the hoop, and have it high enough so I'm not bent over while stitching. Blessings for your day ❤❤❤
This was a very good video.😊 I have so much to do just now, so it's very nice to have a week without a new tutorial. This evening I just finished the last one 👍 Thank's again and take care!🌻🍁❤️
I use chenille needles size 26 and 22 from John James needle online. Buying online means you can get exactly what you want for embroidery, rather than buying a pack with some you may not use. Chenille needles are really sharp. Love this video, especially the taking the needle with you when you shop. Brilliant.
A lovely video confirming my belief that you can do needlework on pretty much anything. I love the fact that you, like me, have no idea what size a needle is😊, I didn’t even realise that they had numbers although obviously I knew there were different types like crewel, sharp etc. Like you my mum or granny would pick any needle out of their needle tin or pincushion. Thank you so much Marion x
That's the way it always used to be. Sometimes it makes you feel as if you know nothing because you haven't got this knowledge. But in the end it hasn't stopped me from creating things...
Thank you. That has been very helpful. Been getting a bit muddled over the threads and needles - you've taken the complexity out of it for me. Thank you x
Thank you so much! You just appeared in my thread. I really appreciate all your tips. I inherited so many needlework items from my granny and this helps me know how to make best use of them. I love to sew, knit , crochet and embroidery.
Thank you Marion for some really good tips, I’ve never thought about trying the needle through the fabric first! Now if you have a remedy for arthritic fingers that hurt next day after hand sewing I’ll be forever grateful. Every day a school day and I definitely have learned from you.
marion you are a wonderful teacher enjoyed every moment of your video. Had to laugh when you mentioned the stork scissors as mine went missing and I thought my husband had used them. Two days ago he found them on the floor under my sewing cabinet, must of missed them when i hoovered. Thanks for the story of the origin of the scissors. x
Lots of very handy tips there - some things like the splitting out of threads had bothered me. Now I know why! Whoa...change of hairstyle mid video! I am so engaged by you talking to us you have my full attention...took me by surprise, a "new" Marion suddenly talking to us! 😊😊😊 Grateful thanks for taking the time to explain all!
Love your stash! 🪡 This is a super helpful video. I wish for the floor stand and lamp set up. I like the way you encourage everyone and especially enjoyed learning about the wool threads. And the origin of the stork scissors.
THANK YOU !! Very informative, especially the thread, talking about artificial silks, rayon and polyester, those had been really confusing me. Learning that its mostly what you have, can afford, to get the effect wanted is so freeing and informative. Im going to check out the thrift shops prior to ordering anything online...Great video!
What a wonderful video of explanations and examples! I’m in the USA and we call stranded cotton “embroidery floss”. It is the same 6 ply cotton thread, usually DMC brand. Thank you so very much for your excellent advice. 🌸
what would we do without you !!! Another brilliant tutorial and as a beginner i can't thank you enough for your thoughtful videos that impart your knowledge and skills. Marion you're the best ♥
Thank you Marion for your video and great explanations of the essentials and extras. I agree with you about the needles. I was gifted with packets of different needles from some students when I retired. I really only use 3 types depending on the thread . I love my lowery stand ,had it now for about 6 years it works so well for my larger scroll frames ,none of which are fancy brands. You can enjoy the craft on a budget.
I did cross stitch as a child. I watch your videos while I knit (embroidery channel videos don’t involve counting, which throws me off when I knit). They’ve inspired me to try my hand at embroidery.
I was brought up at my Nan's knee, so hand sewing and machine sewing was familiar to me all through my childhood. I did some needlework at junior school and we were taught a variety of stitches and made some items to decorate. I took to knitting and knitted all through my teens into my twenties. In secondary school I did an O'level in dress and design so that encompassed a wide range of hand crafts. As a new Mum my babies wouldn't wear knitted clothes so I started with cross stitch. I cross stitched for a decade along with some knittting . It wasn't till the arrival of the internet that I picked up crochet again .I have always sewn by hand to hem and shorten garments but I havent been creative with sewing since my cross stitch. I still have my cotton threads mostley Anchor, some hooks and some frames. I have two kits still waiting to be completed, one day lol. I also did some long stitch embroidery that was what I had the frames for. A very informative video thank you.
Even though I've been embroidering for over 50 years I'd like to say this is an excellent video. It will certainly inspire and be helpful to beginners. Thank you!
Well! That was so interesting and informative. I’m much clearer now on the differences between threads, wools etc. I’ve inherited oodles of needles and threads and now I know how to use them. Needle size particularly was a revelation! Thank you. Also it’s great to hear your encouragement for thriftiness and buying second hand. I’ve added to my threads by getting job lots on EBay for not too much and people passing them on at craft group.
Great information Marion. Your threads look amazing in a colourful rainbow. Needles are always confusing with so many different types. I tend to just use a favourite one.👏♥️🇦🇺
One thing I like to do when quilting is thread up a number of needles so I can continue sewing without having to stop and rethread the same needle over and over.
For some reason it had never occurred to me that embroidery thread for end consumer crafting use would come in anything but cotton. It's so cool that you also hand dye your own!
Thank you, Marion! I learn something new every time I spend time with you. I didn't know to separate threads individually, or when it's necessary to use a hoop. Your thread collection is lovely. 💕
A great video Marion, I have done cross stitch over the years but I am about to start my journey into Embroidery and so found your video really helpful.
Lots of nuggets of information from a lifetime of experience, thank you Marion, I always learn something new while watching and listening to your videos.
I really enjoyed your video. I've been doing needle crafts for 60 plus. I learnt a lot from your video. Loved the history of the stork scissors. Look forward to your next video.
Thank you Marion. Very informative with clearly given information. You have so much knowledge gained from many years of sewing. Lots of very helpful tips for someone thinking of trying embroidery. ❤😊
My mother taught me to embroider at 10 and I’m so glad she did. I’ve been embroidering ever since. I’m the same with needles. I don’t know the sizes; I just choose the one that I feel is appropriate for what I’m stitching. I also have a floor stand with a light and love it! TFS 😊
HI Marion! I am always looking at our local thrift stores for my supplies and I am very happy when I hit the "jack pot".😊 I have a nice stash of fabric, thread and needles. I did learn a lot watching your video. Your explanations made a lot of sence. And I always wondered about these little stork scissors.😂 Thank you very much! Greetings from USA! Jutta❤💐🙋♀️
Thankyou Marion, you help me and encourage me to do the things I have always wanted to do but either didn't know exactly how to do it or had no courage or confidence. But I learn by seeing others, and watching you delights my heart ❤️
I’m a new subscriber. Finding your channel is the nicest thing the algorithm has ever done for me. ❤ As I glance through your many lovely videos I feel like I’ve been shown a treasure of great value. I’m looking forward to following you for years to come. I was looking for instructions to make aprons from old denim jeans and there you were! Thank you for your easy to follow directions.
Thank you Marion for all this information. You are a wealth of knowledge. I've always been at a loss trying to figure out what I should use. I will be referring to this video often.
Thank you so much for this informative video, Marion! I have been building up my supply of threads and I just ordered some hoops. I agree that looking in thrift stores for supplies is a great idea. You are so kind to share your knowledge with us. You are a peach!
Great video your tutorials are a great inspiration to keep going and give anything ago. I started to give embroidery ago 2yrs in October. I am teaching myself and I was daunted by some of the videos and couldn’t believe there was so much to it. Along came you and you make it so much easier to understand and more enjoyable. I just love your tutorials and you make such beautiful pictures out of anything. You are interesting to watch whatever you make. You are so talented. Thanks a million for being there to help us along.
Such an interesting video Marion to watch, although I am a stitcher of many years. I think we can all learn something new all the time, which I did. Thank you for all the ideas and information. xx
This is a great resource Marion. ThanksI You explained everything in a simple and easy to understand. Specially the needles. All the numbers, shapes, etc. can be overwhelming but the way you explained “The eye matches the thread and the point matches the fabric” I will never forget!
Yet another really clear and useful video, reminding me that all I need are the basics to just enjoy stitching. It frees my mind up to be more creative with stitches, threads and fabric instead of getting hung up on buying ‘the proper materials’. Such an enjoyable tutorial Marion, thank you so much. ❤
I agree with you on the needles. I grab whichever one works best and couldn't tell you what it is. I do like a clamp stand, especially when working with beads. A tip, which you may already know, when doing bead embroidery, I place my fabric so it sits on the bottom of the hoop, right side facing up, so the hoop can provide a lip to contain your beads while you embroider.
A HUGE army of folk armed with needles........over 21s....decend on charity shops.WOT ER LARF. So you do wind all those threads on card bobbins.OH MY.Perle cotton,YEAH. What a treat.....your videos.....just the sight of all that creative possibilty is very enabling.Bit sunny.....might get some flowers drawn.Want to draw bees,how to embroider their pollen encrusted thoraxs ,is as yet a puzzle.Any thawts?
You made me laugh there! 🤣 As to the bees... depending on how large you're making them ...single strand French knots.. if they still seem too big...try sewing machine cotton. I use machine cotton quite regularly if the colour is right..
Aah, thanks Marion, that was all so interesting, and you explained it all so well. I loved your boxes with all the different threads and how it was colour coded. I have a mini version myself and always think how it looks like a paint box : ) Have a great week !
Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge. This was exactly what I needed to untangle the confusion in my head over what needle to use, which thread to choose. I loved to learn about the stork scissors, too. 😊
My goodness Marion! You are always so positive and so encouraging no matter the topic of your video! I come from the time of “make do with what you have” so it’s always a treat to listen to you and watch you tell & show us just how much can be done for so little. Plus I enjoy going “thrifting” so that helps. I have stitched for decades but I still learned from this wonderful video & it’s nice to have my style validated. You are a gem to listen to and learn from! I’m in the mood for another tour of your craft room. Also I was wondering if you used a pattern for the pillow you showed & just exactly how you did that. Take care Marion!
Yes I worked a couple of patterns from an old book by Elizabeth Bradley called Decorative Victorian Needlework. I would think you could get it second hand..
Sometimes I think I already “know it all” concerning sewing and embroidery. Thankfully there is always more to learn. You are a delight! Like you, I also buy thrifted textiles to repurpose them. I see the possibilities and hate to see a quality fabric go to waste. Thank you for this excellent video. 💖
Oh I've been stitching, knitting and lots of other crafting for 60 years and I'm still learning things... Sometimes I think to myself.." Why didn't I know that already?!" 😂
Marvellous video, thank you so much Marion. I’m a relatively new embroiderer since I retired and I am loving doing it and learning all the techniques and styles that you demonstrate so well. You are a wonderful inspiration to me and many others. Heartfelt thanks to you for your kind sharing and all the effort you take to create these videos ❤
The best advise I got is “start where you are with what you have.” Thanks Marion. Love your channel!😊
I could have condensed my video to just that sentence!.. Thanks for that :)
@@marionsworld24Except we love to hear you talk. It is a tue sentiment. If you wait until you have all the colours and every size needle you might never get around to the fun part.
I think floss is an American term. I don’t use it. 😂😂😂
That is what I love also. She leaves so much room for creativity in every project.
I love they way you make embroidery accessible to anyone who wants to try it without making them feel like they need to put out a crazy amount of money to have every thread, fabric, needle and tool available. These are things you collect over time based on what is relevant to your own personal embroidery journey and what you can afford. The main thing is to play with what you have to learn new things and just enjoy being creative. I think it is absolutely brilliant when you show us how to work with the threads you have on hand to get the effects you want, especially when you don't have the perfect colour, weight or texture of thread. I also admire the way you make beautiful, artistic embroideries by couching down the little bits of thread ends that are too small to stitch with. Thank you for taking the fear out of creativity by always reminding us that it is not that difficult, your first try doesn't have to be perfect and there are always some options when selecting materials for a project.
Thanks Jacqueline. I appreciate this message so much 💐
Thank you Marion for encouraging people to buy from thrift shops. While there is nothing wrong with purchasing new from speciality shops it is good to buy what is already available especially when starting out.❤ Australia
That's exactly it! There are such beautiful things to buy..but you don't have to be spending a lot to start out.😊🧵🪡
I'm 78 and haven't embroidered since I was 10. I wasn't very interested in it at 10 since I would rather be climbing an apple tree.
I'm no longer able to climb apple trees and I have been recalling those sweet memories of a very straight-laced grandmother trying to teach me to crochet and embroider and be a perfect young lady. We didn't succeed.
So, I am gathering my supplies, especially a pair of stork scissors.
Thanks for the great video that rekindled my memory.
You just never know what might bring those memories back... 🍎
Oh Marion thank you so much for these information, you’re such a beautiful lady inside and out. Always waiting for your next video.
Thank you Marion for sharing your knowledge and experience. ❤
I have embroidered since I was a small child. I remember my grandmother showing me how to make a French knot. I have put it aside for years and come back now and then. This was so encouraging and has inspired me to take it up again. I have never used a stand. Maybe if I get serious about it I might get one,
Hi Marion. This video is very helpful. I never quite understood the differences in the threads, but I do now! Thank you for putting this together for us. By the way, love the hair up style...looks lovely on you! Have a great day! ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
What an eye-opener about needles. I too, have always just taken whatever needle is at hand but now I see why I have problems. Also learned so much about threads. It's a whole world of clever craftspeople in the past who thought these things through. Thank you so much for all of this, Marion. I now feel sooo smart!
like you, I've been stitching for many years. still so lovely to get your thoughts and opinions
Thank you Marion for a very informative video. Just yesterday I called into my local little church op-shop (charity shop) and there hiding at the back of the top shelf was a very large jar of vintage Beehive crewel wool...62 different colours and many were full skeins. I was so excited and I am sure the lady had trouble understanding my degree of excitement over some old wool. They ended up being 40 cents each which is around 20 pence so an awesome treasure to find and I am looking forward to using them in my stitching. I just need to find an old cutlery canteen now to convert to a storage container 😊 Lorrie
I'd have been excited too Lorrie! How wonderful! 😊
You did a GREAT job of explaining each section; easy to understand by anyone. Thank you
Excellent tips and hints! I've embroidered for almost 60 years, but I have learned so much today! Thank you, Marion!
Absolutely fabulous video. I learned so much. Thanks
Excellent video, thank you! Your explanations are super clear also👍. Your stash of embroidery threads and wools are to envy 😉, like a kid in a candy store 👏. I was happy to learn more about the Appleton crewel wools and found multiple places on line that sell it as I don’t find it anywhere in shops. My mother started me and my twin sister embroidering long ago when we were just very young, I still remember first working on cotton kitchen towels embroidering the days of the week and the chores of that day! 😉. I grew into crewel kits in the early 1970’s. Today I enjoy all aspects of hand embroidery, especially slow stitching similar to the super creative projects you shared with us! I am forever on the hunt for thrifted and vintage threads, buttons, beads and anything sewing related. It is always a great day when you post a new video, but I also very much enjoy looking back on the many videos you have already made! You are a wonderful teacher! Thank you so much🌹💕
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Thank you, Marion! This was music to my creative, but thrifty nature! Well done.
I mostly work in a hoop or frame where possible because of arthritis but I do like stitching small things in my hand. I also use a variety of threads etc and although I do not have any vintage wool I have found in my collection some DMC Medici wool which is a smooth wool and finer than Appletons and have used them both for carpets etc for the dolls house that I have. Anyone starting out would certainly find this video useful. Thank you.
Thank you Linda.. I appreciate your comment.
Thankyou. You are fabulous. I always learn something new ❤❤❤
Although I have been sewing for years that was really lovely and I have never heard that about the stork scissors before. Thank you Marian. X ❤
Thank you Marion.
The next thing I am looking for is a hoop stand. 😊 Now I know what it could look like.
Take care.
That's really useful info. Liked the stress on matching your needle's eye to the thread, and the point to the fabric. Also the emphasis on making do and upcycling.
Thanks Ruby
Me too. Great info.
Thank you for the lovely video , I’ve learnt so much about needles and fabric. I go to a sewing group and have some new members, I shall be recommending that they watch your video as you broke everything down to encourage us, rather than discourage, sew a big thank you 😊
Thank you. I appreciate that..🪡🧵
THANK you so much Marion. Even though I have been stitching for a long time, I sure learned a lot. Fantastic tutorial. I will send to my granddaughters who are just starting their stitching journey. ❤🇨🇦
Thank you..😊
Thank you for the guidance.
Thank you so much, Marion. You are such a good teacher, and your advice is perfect for beginner and seasoned stitchers alike. What makes me enjoy your channel so much is that you always say to just use what you have. Sometimes, people have all these requirements that creativity gets lost along the way. I went through the holidays with you last year, it was so much fun and I had lots of lovely projects during the holiday season. I'm making those cheese crackers again😁😊😉
Scrumptious!😊
Wonderfully informative video, as usual. Thank you, Marion ❤
I found a wooden floor stand for my embroidery hoop. Makes a world of difference... I can have it angled in so many directions without repositioning the hoop, and have it high enough so I'm not bent over while stitching.
Blessings for your day ❤❤❤
They're definitely really helpful. It's lovely to be able to get your hoop in exactly the right place 👍
Lovely video Marion, so useful on many different levels. Thanks for sharing your expertise :-)
This was a very good video.😊 I have so much to do just now, so it's very nice to have a week without a new tutorial. This evening I just finished the last one 👍 Thank's again and take care!🌻🍁❤️
I thought maybe people would catch up... I've been working out the schedule for the rest of year. Crikey..there's not that many weeks left at all...
Thanks Marion - I now know what threads to use and on what type of fabric - your explanation is really helpful
I use chenille needles size 26 and 22 from John James needle online. Buying online means you can get exactly what you want for embroidery, rather than buying a pack with some you may not use. Chenille needles are really sharp. Love this video, especially the taking the needle with you when you shop. Brilliant.
A lovely video confirming my belief that you can do needlework on pretty much anything. I love the fact that you, like me, have no idea what size a needle is😊, I didn’t even realise that they had numbers although obviously I knew there were different types like crewel, sharp etc. Like you my mum or granny would pick any needle out of their needle tin or pincushion. Thank you so much Marion x
That's the way it always used to be. Sometimes it makes you feel as if you know nothing because you haven't got this knowledge. But in the end it hasn't stopped me from creating things...
What a great video, so helpful. I am lusting after a metal hoop stand now :-)
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Thank you. That has been very helpful. Been getting a bit muddled over the threads and needles - you've taken the complexity out of it for me. Thank you x
I've never used a hoop stand, but having watched you since the beginning (yes! I was there!) I decided to get one and I'm happy I did.
That's good... They're so lovely to use..💐
Thank you so much! You just appeared in my thread. I really appreciate all your tips. I inherited so many needlework items from my granny and this helps me know how to make best use of them. I love to sew, knit , crochet and embroidery.
That's wonderful Elizabeth. Welcome to my channel. I hope you enjoy all the content I've been creating over the past year..
Thank you Marion for some really good tips, I’ve never thought about trying the needle through the fabric first! Now if you have a remedy for arthritic fingers that hurt next day after hand sewing I’ll be forever grateful. Every day a school day and I definitely have learned from you.
Oh I wish I did! My sister has the same bother...😏
marion you are a wonderful teacher enjoyed every moment of your video. Had to laugh when you mentioned the stork scissors as mine went missing and I thought my husband had used them. Two days ago he found them on the floor under my sewing cabinet, must of missed them when i hoovered.
Thanks for the story of the origin of the scissors. x
Glad you found them..
Lots of very handy tips there - some things like the splitting out of threads had bothered me. Now I know why!
Whoa...change of hairstyle mid video! I am so engaged by you talking to us you have my full attention...took me by surprise, a "new" Marion suddenly talking to us! 😊😊😊
Grateful thanks for taking the time to explain all!
2 different days of filming! Ha ha..
Outstanding tutorial. Thank you for sharing.
Love your stash! 🪡 This is a super helpful video. I wish for the floor stand and lamp set up. I like the way you encourage everyone and especially enjoyed learning about the wool threads. And the origin of the stork scissors.
THANK YOU !! Very informative, especially the thread, talking about artificial silks, rayon and polyester, those had been really confusing me. Learning that its mostly what you have, can afford, to get the effect wanted is so freeing and informative. Im going to check out the thrift shops prior to ordering anything online...Great video!
Thanks Shari. Glad it was helpful
Great practical advice. Thank you for sharing.
Thankyou Marion for sharing your knowledge , even though ive been sewing for years but i still get confused on certain things
That’s great Marion. Excellent advise. Thank you. Mx
What a wonderful video of explanations and examples! I’m in the USA and we call stranded cotton “embroidery floss”. It is the same 6 ply cotton thread, usually DMC brand.
Thank you so very much for your excellent advice. 🌸
Thanks for another lovely and helpful video, as always you are a pleasure to listen to ❤️
what would we do without you !!! Another brilliant tutorial and as a beginner i can't thank you enough for your thoughtful videos that impart your knowledge and skills. Marion you're the best ♥
Glad you found it helpful Clare
Thank you Marion, this was a great informative video, so nice hearing your opinion on all the various equipment out there. 😊
Thank you Marion for your video and great explanations of the essentials and extras. I agree with you about the needles. I was gifted with packets of different needles from some students when I retired. I really only use 3 types depending on the thread . I love my lowery stand ,had it now for about 6 years it works so well for my larger scroll frames ,none of which are fancy brands. You can enjoy the craft on a budget.
You absolutely can...☺️
I did cross stitch as a child. I watch your videos while I knit (embroidery channel videos don’t involve counting, which throws me off when I knit). They’ve inspired me to try my hand at embroidery.
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I was brought up at my Nan's knee, so hand sewing and machine sewing was familiar to me all through my childhood. I did some needlework at junior school and we were taught a variety of stitches and made some items to decorate. I took to knitting and knitted all through my teens into my twenties. In secondary school I did an O'level in dress and design so that encompassed a wide range of hand crafts. As a new Mum my babies wouldn't wear knitted clothes so I started with cross stitch. I cross stitched for a decade along with some knittting . It wasn't till the arrival of the internet that I picked up crochet again .I have always sewn by hand to hem and shorten garments but I havent been creative with sewing since my cross stitch. I still have my cotton threads mostley Anchor, some hooks and some frames. I have two kits still waiting to be completed, one day lol. I also did some long stitch embroidery that was what I had the frames for. A very informative video thank you.
Sounds like you have plenty of crafts to be doing. Try doing some stitching without using the kits. You never know what you might achieve!
Thank you Marion so informative and answered so many of my questions that I would liked to have answered enjoy the rest of your week 🇬🇧
Even though I've been embroidering for over 50 years I'd like to say this is an excellent video. It will certainly inspire and be helpful to beginners. Thank you!
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Thank you, Marion, for the excellent video. I always learn so much from your clear and uncomplicated style of instruction. Have a lovely day.
Well! That was so interesting and informative. I’m much clearer now on the differences between threads, wools etc. I’ve inherited oodles of needles and threads and now I know how to use them. Needle size particularly was a revelation! Thank you.
Also it’s great to hear your encouragement for thriftiness and buying second hand. I’ve added to my threads by getting job lots on EBay for not too much and people passing them on at craft group.
That's definitely the way to do it. So much just gets thrown out!
Great information Marion. Your threads look amazing in a colourful rainbow. Needles are always confusing with so many different types. I tend to just use a favourite one.👏♥️🇦🇺
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I love the fact that you-thrift, reuse and build up your stash in so many ways . Enjoy every thing you do,thanks for sharing your talents ❤
So interesting Marion. Thank you for the very useful explanation!
One thing I like to do when quilting is thread up a number of needles so I can continue sewing without having to stop and rethread the same needle over and over.
Good idea it will help not to stop to rethread.
You've given me an idea for something there... 😊
For some reason it had never occurred to me that embroidery thread for end consumer crafting use would come in anything but cotton. It's so cool that you also hand dye your own!
Thank you, Marion! I learn something new every time I spend time with you. I didn't know to separate threads individually, or when it's necessary to use a hoop. Your thread collection is lovely. 💕
This is lovely for beginners, but there's plenty for experienced stitchers to remember. Thank you.
A great video Marion, I have done cross stitch over the years but I am about to start my journey into Embroidery and so found your video really helpful.
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Very informative video! Especially size of needles eye to type of thread. Your work is beautiful.
Lots of nuggets of information from a lifetime of experience, thank you Marion, I always learn something new while watching and listening to your videos.
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I really enjoyed your video. I've been doing needle crafts for 60 plus. I learnt a lot from your video. Loved the history of the stork scissors. Look forward to your next video.
Thank you Marion. Very informative with clearly given information. You have so much knowledge gained from many years of sewing. Lots of very helpful tips for someone thinking of trying embroidery. ❤😊
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Thanks Marion. Such an informative video.🎉 love your channel. ❤❤
My mother taught me to embroider at 10 and I’m so glad she did. I’ve been embroidering ever since. I’m the same with needles. I don’t know the sizes; I just choose the one that I feel is appropriate for what I’m stitching. I also have a floor stand with a light and love it! TFS 😊
If you stitch it lot floor stands are marvelous 😊
@@marionsworld24 Yes, they are! I stitch every night 😊
Marion, you are like a living embroidery encyclopedia. Love everything you do:).
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HI Marion! I am always looking at our local thrift stores for my supplies and I am very happy when I hit the "jack pot".😊 I have a nice stash of fabric, thread and needles. I did learn a lot watching your video. Your explanations made a lot of sence. And I always wondered about these little stork scissors.😂
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Greetings from USA! Jutta❤💐🙋♀️
Thank you so much. this program, is just what i needed.
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Love your approach to embroidery and sewing..all born out of experience......the value of this is beyond words. Thanks.
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Such helpful information! Thank you so much Marion!! I love your set up with the iron holder and magnifying lamp! Putting that on my wish list!!❤
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Thankyou Marion, you help me and encourage me to do the things I have always wanted to do but either didn't know exactly how to do it or had no courage or confidence. But I learn by seeing others, and watching you delights my heart ❤️
I’m a new subscriber. Finding your channel is the nicest thing the algorithm has ever done for me. ❤ As I glance through your many lovely videos I feel like I’ve been shown a treasure of great value. I’m looking forward to following you for years to come. I was looking for instructions to make aprons from old denim jeans and there you were! Thank you for your easy to follow directions.
I'm glad you found me Mavis. Welcome to my channel 💐
Interesting video. Learned a bunch and I’m self taught. Really enjoyed the stork scissors story. Thanks
Fabulous video Marion, an absolute must watch ❤❤❤
I weaving in my crochetends and cut the treades with a pair of golden storkescissors and watching this video! Fun storkehistory!!
No-one usually thinks about why they're shaped like storks...😅
Thank you Marion for all this information. You are a wealth of knowledge. I've always been at a loss trying to figure out what I should use. I will be referring to this video often.
What a wonderful video, Marian!! So much useful information, so practical too. Thank you so much.
Thank you so much for this informative video, Marion! I have been building up my supply of threads and I just ordered some hoops. I agree that looking in thrift stores for supplies is a great idea. You are so kind to share your knowledge with us. You are a peach!
Thank you Marion. Most informative for me. I’ve just got so interested in embroidery after watching your videos. Xx
Great video your tutorials are a great inspiration to keep going and give anything ago. I started to give embroidery ago 2yrs in October. I am teaching myself and I was daunted by some of the videos and couldn’t believe there was so much to it. Along came you and you make it so much easier to understand and more enjoyable. I just love your tutorials and you make such beautiful pictures out of anything. You are interesting to watch whatever you make. You are so talented. Thanks a million for being there to help us along.
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Such an interesting video Marion to watch, although I am a stitcher of many years. I think we can all learn something new all the time, which I did. Thank you for all the ideas and information. xx
Thank you so much for reviewing the supplies to get started with embroidery. It was so helpful.
This is a great resource Marion. ThanksI You explained everything in a simple and easy to understand. Specially the needles. All the numbers, shapes, etc. can be overwhelming but the way you explained “The eye matches the thread and the point matches the fabric” I will never forget!
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Yet another really clear and useful video, reminding me that all I need are the basics to just enjoy stitching. It frees my mind up to be more creative with stitches, threads and fabric instead of getting hung up on buying ‘the proper materials’. Such an enjoyable tutorial Marion, thank you so much. ❤
You're welcome Eleanor 😊
Love your honesty and candidness. It makes everything feel doable.
I agree with you on the needles. I grab whichever one works best and couldn't tell you what it is. I do like a clamp stand, especially when working with beads. A tip, which you may already know, when doing bead embroidery, I place my fabric so it sits on the bottom of the hoop, right side facing up, so the hoop can provide a lip to contain your beads while you embroider.
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A HUGE army of folk armed with needles........over 21s....decend on charity shops.WOT ER LARF. So you do wind all those threads on card bobbins.OH MY.Perle cotton,YEAH. What a treat.....your videos.....just the sight of all that creative possibilty is very enabling.Bit sunny.....might get some flowers drawn.Want to draw bees,how to embroider their pollen encrusted thoraxs ,is as yet a puzzle.Any thawts?
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As to the bees... depending on how large you're making them ...single strand French knots.. if they still seem too big...try sewing machine cotton. I use machine cotton quite regularly if the colour is right..
Very helpful and useful information that I've never been taught. Thankyou Marion
Aah, thanks Marion, that was all so interesting, and you explained it all so well. I loved your boxes with all the different threads and how it was colour coded. I have a mini version myself and always think how it looks like a paint box : ) Have a great week !
Lots of lovely colours, paints and all..
Thank you so much, the information you gave was what I needed.
Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge. This was exactly what I needed to untangle the confusion in my head over what needle to use, which thread to choose. I loved to learn about the stork scissors, too. 😊
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Wonderful. I passed this on to a friend who wants to get started in embroidery. Solid information.
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My goodness Marion! You are always so positive and so encouraging no matter the topic of your video! I come from the time of “make do with what you have” so it’s always a treat to listen to you and watch you tell & show us just how much can be done for so little. Plus I enjoy going “thrifting” so that helps. I have stitched for decades but I still learned from this wonderful video & it’s nice to have my style validated. You are a gem to listen to and learn from! I’m in the mood for another tour of your craft room. Also I was wondering if you used a pattern for the pillow you showed & just exactly how you did that. Take care Marion!
Yes I worked a couple of patterns from an old book by Elizabeth Bradley called Decorative Victorian Needlework. I would think you could get it second hand..
Sometimes I think I already “know it all” concerning sewing and embroidery. Thankfully there is always more to learn. You are a delight! Like you, I also buy thrifted textiles to repurpose them. I see the possibilities and hate to see a quality fabric go to waste. Thank you for this excellent video. 💖
Oh I've been stitching, knitting and lots of other crafting for 60 years and I'm still learning things... Sometimes I think to myself.." Why didn't I know that already?!" 😂
Marvellous video, thank you so much Marion. I’m a relatively new embroiderer since I retired and I am loving doing it and learning all the techniques and styles that you demonstrate so well. You are a wonderful inspiration to me and many others. Heartfelt thanks to you for your kind sharing and all the effort you take to create these videos ❤
That's so lovely thank you. Happy future stitching 🪡🧵😊