Hi Sharon, love everthing you shared including your MFE finish...I have enjoyed all your techy information...I do hate page breaks too...your fabric is awesome...wishing you the best and happy stitching❤❤
Well, I'm just back from my cell phone store where I added an iPad to my account. Markup R-XP is hard to use on my phone. Thanks for telling us about their RUclips channel. I've had to learn on my own, and now will learn it's more advanced functions. Also thanks for the info on silk thread twist. I'm a spinner too, so that makes perfect sense!
Beautiful stitching! I've only done pattern with a page break. I don't do large projects, so it wasn't too bad. I just cut the page, and taped them together.
Hi Sharon. I am so glad to see you again. I myself am also a Page Break hater. It is so infuriating. Please continue to impart your knowledge of cross stitching. I love all your stories.
Thank you for sharing your projects. I have recently downloaded MarkupR-XP but don't have PDF patterns yet. I am so glad you mentioned that, with a little perseverance we can manipulate scanned patterns. I do not have a scanner at this time so will have to reach out to my UPS Store. Your Mary Morgan Sampler is gorgeous. I can understand how you loved every colorful stitch. Thank you for helping me better understand the different Silk Threads available. New subscriber !! 😄
I’m watching!!! And I am laughing because before you said that, I was thinking HOLY COW THAT LOOKS SO GOOD ON MURKY and thinking how it lends itself to bright colors like Mary and Thirza!!! Now I need to find all the bright samplers and try them on Murky 🤣
I downloaded Markup X P recently and haven't really become familiar with it yet. It seems great and has some features that Pattern Keeper doesn't have. But I do love pattern keeper and use it every day. It was a game changer. It does have some shortcomings and not every pdf pattern works in it which is why I downloaded markup XP. Great flosstube. Thank you!
HI HI! GREAT STUFF! I like to complete the border first. If you can bite the bullet and make peace with it, lol, it may change things for you. The repetition becomes medicinal. Making sure it meets is the reward too. I have a couple samplers I have done that had a different border on each side which cuts down on the repeat.
Depends on what Au Ver A Soie you are using. D'Alger is what I think you are talking about and yes it's loose. 100/3 & Gobelins and Surfine are spun differently ie more tightly and comes on spools. Much handier. Love Gobelins. Katie Strachan has a two part special video on Au Ver A Soie silks, the different types, when and how to use them. It's taught me so much. Think you'd love it.
OMG!!! Hi! When you held up the Hound and the Hare in your intro, I gasped out loud! I totally forgot how much I love it!!!!! The frame is so perfect with it ❤ I'm thrilled to have framed it for you!
I love the fabric choice for the Mary Morgan, absolutely fantastic! I just got done with a dragon piece on my own channel that I used 20 year old fabric for. I think I struggle with using special or nice fabric because it's "too good" to use, but I'm slowly getting over that and attempting to use my more nice fabric.
I'm a fairly new stitcher. I have learned that using the best materials that you can afford provides the most enjoyable experience. I will check out your channel! I stitched D&D themed dragons for my daughter, and I love how it came out.
So happy to see you! Your framed piece is amazing! Mary Morgan, I have no words, WOW. Those bright colors on that dark murky fabric look stunning. Can’t wait to see it finished. ❤
Thanks so much for talking about silks…..I am new to them and know I love NPI’s……but was not exactly sure why. Now I can better understand it and compare the ones I have used a little better! Great episode today! I have Mary Morgans also but have not started yet! So many things to do! How wonderful for all these decisions! ❤️🌞
Enjoyed hearing how you use the mark up app. I love stitching from pdf too. I just use the Apple file app where you can also mark off as you stitch, I use my finger to do this. Though it does use a lot of battery. Beautiful stitching and your floss tubes are always very interesting.
Hi Sharon. Just found you!! So inspiring. I have similar experience with Markup R-XP. not sure I describe myself as techy. Just determined!! And not afraid to push buttons to see what it does. I honestly don’t think I would be cross stitching if I had to use paper charts. My only pet peeve is designers that are scared of PDF’s. Looking forward to your next episode.
Hello! I purchased the Mark up XP as well. I wish you could draw a thin line through the completed stitches and not have to block out the entire stitch, ss I use those for “reference”. I went back to Good Notes. Have you tried that one? It’s free 👍
Hi- I just subscribed. Very interesting video to watch. Thank you, for all your skills.You do beautiful work. I have not been able to cross stitch, bc I have a hard time seeing the small squares on the linen. Can you tell me the kind of magnifying glasses that you wear to cross stitch with? Maybe, these will help me too. Thank you again, for all your tips and information. I subscribed to your other channel too. Many blessings! 🌺
Thanks and welcome! I use bifocals that I got from the optometrist. I brought my stitching, and we measured the focal lengths that I needed to see the linen. The bifocal strength that I have is a +6. I can see 40 count easily when I bring it close. (about 8 inches away). I like bifocals because then I can see my computer monitor or iPad when I want to watch content while stitching. Pricier than drugstore glasses, but SO worth it. I talk about this a bit more in episode 15. I can't use round magnifiers, they make me queasy.
I'm shopping for a new iPad. Do you have any recommendations? I'm going to use the app you talked about. Your work is beautiful. And the info about how the silk floss differs was very interesting. Thank you!
What is your budget? iPads can be very pricey. Here is a mid-tier one that is very fast and would be great with the Markup RXP app. It has the same power as mine, and it's the same size. Amazon usually offers them a bit cheaper than the Apple website and they are brand new. (don't get the cellular, you won't need it.) Here's a link: www.amazon.com/2022-Apple-iPad-10-9-inch-Wi-Fi/dp/B09V3HN1KC/ref=pd_ci_mcx_mh_mcx_views_0?pd_rd_w=t5VL7&content-id=amzn1.sym.0250fb24-4363-44d0-b635-ac15f859c3b5%3Aamzn1.symc.40e6a10e-cbc4-4fa5-81e3-4435ff64d03b&pf_rd_p=0250fb24-4363-44d0-b635-ac15f859c3b5&pf_rd_r=WKVTQ8JW8CFHKYS0KEQP&pd_rd_wg=CGL3w&pd_rd_r=4a49b5b8-4343-41b1-b3cb-8d07f8522f67&pd_rd_i=B09V3HN1KC
When you scan a chart with multiple pages how do you get them all together in mark up? I have Mark up but I am not sure how to get all the pages in one file. Ty in advance
When I do my scan I scan the pages into one document. I use a Mac and there's an app I use called "Image Capture". It will put pages into one document if you check that option. I you have single pages scanned, I think you would have to use a pdf manager that allows you to combine the pages into one document for import. I looked up to see if you can add pages to projects already in Markup RXP but I couldn't find any information how to do this. I'm linking the developer's RUclips channel. He also has a Facebook page and I'm sure he would answer your question. Good luck! www.youtube.com/@markuprxp
Hi Sharon. I have a fat quarter of Schooner if you're interested. I know she is or has moved and it will be a while before her linen dying business is up and running again. Let me know. Candace
I'm intrigued! Anything that makes cross stitch easier is a game-changer. Looking forward to your tips and tricks in Sampler Style 21. Happy stitching! 🧵😊We've sent you an email, please check it out.
The Hound and the Hare is great!!
Mary M😮😮😮 beautiful!!
Thank you, I really love how it came out!
Hi Sharon, love everthing you shared including your MFE finish...I have enjoyed all your techy information...I do hate page breaks too...your fabric is awesome...wishing you the best and happy stitching❤❤
Thank you! I just loaded Mary Ann Copp into Markup RXP, and I'm looking forward to starting her!
Mary Morgan is AMAZING!!!
Thank you, she is almost finished! 💜
Well, I'm just back from my cell phone store where I added an iPad to my account. Markup R-XP is hard to use on my phone. Thanks for telling us about their RUclips channel. I've had to learn on my own, and now will learn it's more advanced functions. Also thanks for the info on silk thread twist. I'm a spinner too, so that makes perfect sense!
Enjoy markup RXP! 😃
Beautiful stitching! I've only done pattern with a page break. I don't do large projects, so it wasn't too bad. I just cut the page, and taped them together.
Enjoyed your video. Thank you for the chart app information. I am just getting back into stitching and this looks like a great tool. Thanks so much.
I am so happy to find you! I think you would enjoy Katie Strachan Floss Tube. She has a silk thread tutorial that is wonderful! Love your style ! ox
Thank you so much! I haven't see Katie's episode on silk, I will definitely be checking that out. 😃
Miss your videos, hope you are doing well. I started Mary Morgan’s pattern on Murky and I love it.
Hi Sharon. I am so glad to see you again. I myself am also a Page Break hater. It is so infuriating. Please continue to impart your knowledge of cross stitching. I love all your stories.
Thank you, I will! Happy stitching. 🪡
Beautiful pieces! I really think I need to do the Rosebush Sampler. ❤ Thanks for your review of the stitching app!
Thank you! I think it's going to work well on the Mayflower Mocha linen. I might start that today! Happy stitching.
Thank you for sharing your projects. I have recently downloaded MarkupR-XP but don't have PDF patterns yet. I am so glad you mentioned that, with a little perseverance we can manipulate scanned patterns. I do not have a scanner at this time so will have to reach out to my UPS Store. Your Mary Morgan Sampler is gorgeous. I can understand how you loved every colorful stitch. Thank you for helping me better understand the different Silk Threads available. New subscriber !! 😄
I’m watching!!! And I am laughing because before you said that, I was thinking HOLY COW THAT LOOKS SO GOOD ON MURKY and thinking how it lends itself to bright colors like Mary and Thirza!!! Now I need to find all the bright samplers and try them on Murky 🤣
For REAL. We should have a SAL! 💜❤️💛💚🧡
I downloaded Markup X P recently and haven't really become familiar with it yet. It seems great and has some features that Pattern Keeper doesn't have. But I do love pattern keeper and use it every day. It was a game changer. It does have some shortcomings and not every pdf pattern works in it which is why I downloaded markup XP.
Great flosstube. Thank you!
Enjoyed your video enormously
So glad! Happy stitching. 🪡
HI HI! GREAT STUFF! I like to complete the border first. If you can bite the bullet and make peace with it, lol, it may change things for you. The repetition becomes medicinal. Making sure it meets is the reward too. I have a couple samplers I have done that had a different border on each side which cuts down on the repeat.
I think I'm going to stitch the "bones" of the border for Mary Ann Copp. Thanks for the suggestion! 💕
Depends on what Au Ver A Soie you are using. D'Alger is what I think you are talking about and yes it's loose. 100/3 & Gobelins and Surfine are spun differently ie more tightly and comes on spools. Much handier. Love Gobelins. Katie Strachan has a two part special video on Au Ver A Soie silks, the different types, when and how to use them. It's taught me so much. Think you'd love it.
Yes it is Soie D'Alger. I started watching Katie's silk episodes and they are really good!
that piece you started on your birthday is stunning!
Thank you so much! I'm so close to a finish!
OMG!!! Hi! When you held up the Hound and the Hare in your intro, I gasped out loud! I totally forgot how much I love it!!!!! The frame is so perfect with it ❤ I'm thrilled to have framed it for you!
Thanks again Paige! I really love that piece. Mary Morgan's coming your way soon! 💜
I love the fabric choice for the Mary Morgan, absolutely fantastic! I just got done with a dragon piece on my own channel that I used 20 year old fabric for. I think I struggle with using special or nice fabric because it's "too good" to use, but I'm slowly getting over that and attempting to use my more nice fabric.
I'm a fairly new stitcher. I have learned that using the best materials that you can afford provides the most enjoyable experience. I will check out your channel! I stitched D&D themed dragons for my daughter, and I love how it came out.
So happy to see you! Your framed piece is amazing! Mary Morgan, I have no words, WOW. Those bright colors on that dark murky fabric look stunning. Can’t wait to see it finished. ❤
Thank you so much! Yes, I can't wait to see Mary Morgan's framed. ❤️💜💚💛
Thanks so much for talking about silks…..I am new to them and know I love NPI’s……but was not exactly sure why. Now I can better understand it and compare the ones I have used a little better! Great episode today! I have Mary Morgans also but have not started yet! So many things to do! How wonderful for all these decisions! ❤️🌞
You are so welcome! I'm glad it was helpful. One of these days I'll break out my spindles and explain more about twist in thread.
Enjoyed hearing how you use the mark up app. I love stitching from pdf too. I just use the Apple file app where you can also mark off as you stitch, I use my finger to do this. Though it does use a lot of battery. Beautiful stitching and your floss tubes are always very interesting.
Thank you! I also use "Good Notes" for PDF stitching.
Hi Sharon. My first time finding your channel today. Thank you for the info on the Markup app and silks. Your stitching is delightful.
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Welcome!! Glad you enjoyed my show and thank you for subscribing. 😃
Hi Sharon. Just found you!! So inspiring. I have similar experience with Markup R-XP. not sure I describe myself as techy. Just determined!! And not afraid to push buttons to see what it does. I honestly don’t think I would be cross stitching if I had to use paper charts. My only pet peeve is designers that are scared of PDF’s. Looking forward to your next episode.
Oh yes, determination is half the battle with Tech. Agreed with paperless! I'm paperless with all things, not just cross stitch. ♥️
Hello! I purchased the Mark up XP as well. I wish you could draw a thin line through the completed stitches and not have to block out the entire stitch, ss I use those for “reference”. I went back to Good Notes. Have you tried that one? It’s free 👍
Hi- I just subscribed. Very interesting video to watch. Thank you, for all your skills.You do beautiful work. I have not been able to cross stitch, bc I have a hard time seeing the small squares on the linen. Can you tell me the kind of magnifying glasses that you wear to cross stitch with? Maybe, these will help me too. Thank you again, for all your tips and information. I subscribed to your other channel too. Many blessings! 🌺
Thanks and welcome! I use bifocals that I got from the optometrist. I brought my stitching, and we measured the focal lengths that I needed to see the linen. The bifocal strength that I have is a +6. I can see 40 count easily when I bring it close. (about 8 inches away). I like bifocals because then I can see my computer monitor or iPad when I want to watch content while stitching. Pricier than drugstore glasses, but SO worth it. I talk about this a bit more in episode 15. I can't use round magnifiers, they make me queasy.
Wow- you are so clever. I never even thought to do that! Thanks again
@@MYTRUE-2CENTS It's a game changer. Good luck!
@@samplerstyle 💜
P.S., it is 36 count
I'm shopping for a new iPad. Do you have any recommendations? I'm going to use the app you talked about. Your work is beautiful. And the info about how the silk floss differs was very interesting. Thank you!
What is your budget? iPads can be very pricey. Here is a mid-tier one that is very fast and would be great with the Markup RXP app. It has the same power as mine, and it's the same size. Amazon usually offers them a bit cheaper than the Apple website and they are brand new. (don't get the cellular, you won't need it.) Here's a link: www.amazon.com/2022-Apple-iPad-10-9-inch-Wi-Fi/dp/B09V3HN1KC/ref=pd_ci_mcx_mh_mcx_views_0?pd_rd_w=t5VL7&content-id=amzn1.sym.0250fb24-4363-44d0-b635-ac15f859c3b5%3Aamzn1.symc.40e6a10e-cbc4-4fa5-81e3-4435ff64d03b&pf_rd_p=0250fb24-4363-44d0-b635-ac15f859c3b5&pf_rd_r=WKVTQ8JW8CFHKYS0KEQP&pd_rd_wg=CGL3w&pd_rd_r=4a49b5b8-4343-41b1-b3cb-8d07f8522f67&pd_rd_i=B09V3HN1KC
Thank you so much! Oohhh, look at the pretty blue color 😂
When you scan a chart with multiple pages how do you get them all together in mark up? I have Mark up but I am not sure how to get all the pages in one file. Ty in advance
When I do my scan I scan the pages into one document. I use a Mac and there's an app I use called "Image Capture". It will put pages into one document if you check that option. I you have single pages scanned, I think you would have to use a pdf manager that allows you to combine the pages into one document for import. I looked up to see if you can add pages to projects already in Markup RXP but I couldn't find any information how to do this. I'm linking the developer's RUclips channel. He also has a Facebook page and I'm sure he would answer your question. Good luck! www.youtube.com/@markuprxp
Thank you very much this is helpful
Hi Sharon. I have a fat quarter of Schooner if you're interested. I know she is or has moved and it will be a while before her linen dying business is up and running again. Let me know. Candace
Hi Candace! Rachel had some 40 count left on her website and I ordered it. It actually came very fast! thank you for your sweet offer though! 😘
@@samplerstyle I'm do glad you found the 40 ct., Sharon! I know it's your preferred stitch (mine as well).
@@SquashHouseQuiltsandStitches 💕
I'm intrigued! Anything that makes cross stitch easier is a game-changer. Looking forward to your tips and tricks in Sampler Style 21. Happy stitching! 🧵😊We've sent you an email, please check it out.