No floss drops? No subscription boxes? No book of days? They're gonna throw you out of the FlossTube club! Seriously, it is good to remember that the only essentials for this hobby are needles, thread, scissors and a pattern. Everything else is influencer drama.
I am eager to give a more minimalist approach a try this year. I remember when I started I had one project at a time and one of everything and it felt so special and joyful. I hope to recapture that a little. Thanks so much for watching!
Yep, you’re right! I have all these goodies as well and just don’t need more to enjoy this craft! It’s so easy to get caught up in the “haul” mode on UA-cam. Great video!
Great video! I’m making 2025 a low-buy year as well. My craft stashes are outta control. Lots of good ideas in your video. I like that you’ve allowed yourself to have purchases throughout the year and that you put conditions/ limitations on those purchases. Take care, Lis. Happy New Year!
Thank you so much! I will be cheering you on during your own low-buy year. I know we can do it together! I hope you have a great Stitchy new year! Thanks so much for watching!
I like the idea of taking stock of what you have and what you don't need any more of atm. As you stated, you have a lot of non-dmc floss, maybe you could try and use those in stead of DMC when it makes sense, that way you give yourself something nice for your project without buying anything. 😉 Happy stitching 🪡🧵🎄
Wow! You have inspired me to have a low buy year in 2025! I have so much and have overindulged also! I also plan to destash and share with my stitchy group. Thanks for the great idea! ❤
Yay! That’s great! I will be cheering you on! I love the idea of sharing with your Stitchy group! They will be so appreciative! Thanks so much for watching!
Why did you stop using needle minders while stitching? I do not use them either. Why are scissors and needles addictive? I struggle not to buy them. My favorite is size 26 needle and I have plenty. The upcoming year is a very low buy for me; items must be at a thrift store, yard sale, etc. I need nothing and refuse continual adding to stash in storage totes. You can do this. Keep us informed how the journey goes.
I stopped using needle minders because I found they were interfering with my stitching flow. It didn’t feel natural to have them on my fabric - I kept sticking my needle other places. When I started using pin cushions, it really worked for me. I hope you have a great year!! Thanks so much for watching!
My plan is to try to limit pattern purchases to exclusive patterns or time sensitive patterns. For example, I purchased Kathy Barracks winter sampler because I wanted to participate in a SAL with stitch friends. And I'll purchase patterns like the exclusives you can only get at Jingle Ball. I have a HUGE pattern stash that needs to slow down. lol.
That sounds like a great plan to slow down with purchasing patterns without being too restrictive. I find being super restrictive backfires on me. I’ll be cheering you on this year! Thanks so much for watching!
I must strive to be like Melissa. But Needlework Market is in three months. I must finish my two new year new starts and my historical sampler company Sal. And take inventory of the monster first. Of course, that means finding it all!
I am having 2025 being my strictly thrifting year. ..for kits, fabric ,patterns,, ect... Only floss will come new if needed. I have plenty of everything, however, cannot pass on a good thrifting deal:). Happy stitching.
Hi Stitching Lis, Success with this list in 2025 :) It will be fun to review this list mid year to see how the rule of 5 is working and how the thrift finds for FFO's :) are turning out ! Have fun stitching !
No floss drops? No subscription boxes? No book of days?
They're gonna throw you out of the FlossTube club!
Seriously, it is good to remember that the only essentials for this hobby are needles, thread, scissors and a pattern. Everything else is influencer drama.
I am eager to give a more minimalist approach a try this year. I remember when I started I had one project at a time and one of everything and it felt so special and joyful. I hope to recapture that a little. Thanks so much for watching!
Very refreshing perspective. Having so much “haul” is just too consumptive. Thank you.
Thank you so much! I agree with you! Thank you so much for watching!
Yep, you’re right! I have all these goodies as well and just don’t need more to enjoy this craft! It’s so easy to get caught up in the “haul” mode on UA-cam. Great video!
Thank you so much! I know what you mean about haul. Thank you so much for watching!
Great video! I’m making 2025 a low-buy year as well. My craft stashes are outta control. Lots of good ideas in your video. I like that you’ve allowed yourself to have purchases throughout the year and that you put conditions/ limitations on those purchases. Take care, Lis. Happy New Year!
Thank you so much! I will be cheering you on during your own low-buy year. I know we can do it together! I hope you have a great Stitchy new year! Thanks so much for watching!
I like the idea of taking stock of what you have and what you don't need any more of atm. As you stated, you have a lot of non-dmc floss, maybe you could try and use those in stead of DMC when it makes sense, that way you give yourself something nice for your project without buying anything. 😉
Happy stitching 🪡🧵🎄
Thank you for sharing this idea! It’s very helpful! Wishing much Stitchy happiness for the holidays!! Thank you so much for watching!
I absolutely love this idea! I’m going to have to sit down and work on a low buy.
Me too!
Yay! I’m so glad. I will be cheering you on! Thank you so much for watching!
I’ve been thinking to stop buying more than I could possibly stitch. Your video is very inspiring . Now I making my list of no buys
I’m so glad! I will be cheering you on with your list! Thank you so much for watching!
Wow! You have inspired me to have a low buy year in 2025! I have so much and have overindulged also! I also plan to destash and share with my stitchy group. Thanks for the great idea! ❤
Yay! That’s great! I will be cheering you on! I love the idea of sharing with your Stitchy group! They will be so appreciative! Thanks so much for watching!
Why did you stop using needle minders while stitching? I do not use them either. Why are scissors and needles addictive? I struggle not to buy them. My favorite is size 26 needle and I have plenty. The upcoming year is a very low buy for me; items must be at a thrift store, yard sale, etc. I need nothing and refuse continual adding to stash in storage totes.
You can do this. Keep us informed how the journey goes.
I stopped using needle minders because I found they were interfering with my stitching flow. It didn’t feel natural to have them on my fabric - I kept sticking my needle other places. When I started using pin cushions, it really worked for me. I hope you have a great year!! Thanks so much for watching!
Love this! I’m doing a low buy 2025 too. I just have so much stuff 😩 I’m hoping to get back into stitching next year. 😊
My plan is to try to limit pattern purchases to exclusive patterns or time sensitive patterns. For example, I purchased Kathy Barracks winter sampler because I wanted to participate in a SAL with stitch friends. And I'll purchase patterns like the exclusives you can only get at Jingle Ball. I have a HUGE pattern stash that needs to slow down. lol.
That sounds like a great plan to slow down with purchasing patterns without being too restrictive. I find being super restrictive backfires on me. I’ll be cheering you on this year! Thanks so much for watching!
Great plan!
Thank you so much! I hope I stick to it! I’ll keep you updated! Thanks so much for watching!!
I must strive to be like Melissa. But Needlework Market is in three months. I must finish my two new year new starts and my historical sampler company Sal. And take inventory of the monster first. Of course, that means finding it all!
You’re going to have a great Stitchy year! Your stash isn’t a monster, it’s a unicorn filled with magical things! Thanks so much for watching!
I am having 2025 being my strictly thrifting year. ..for kits, fabric ,patterns,, ect... Only floss will come new if needed. I have plenty of everything, however, cannot pass on a good thrifting deal:). Happy stitching.
That’s such a great plan! I love thrifting too! I am cheering you on! Thanks so much for watching!
GREAT IDEAS to be intentional about not buying stuff just because.... I'm making myself a list of 2025 No Buys too!!!
Thank you! I will be cheering you on with your list of no buys! Happy Stitching in 2025! Thanks so much for watching!
Hi Stitching Lis, Success with this list in 2025 :) It will be fun to review this list mid year to see how the rule of 5 is working and how the thrift finds for FFO's :) are turning out ! Have fun stitching !
Thank you so much! I will definitely update you on my progress during the year! I hope I can stick to my goals! Thanks so much for your support!
I am planning a 2025 low buy year as well. For everything.
That’s great! I hope it goes well for you! I’ll be cheering you on and right along side you! Thank you for watching!
Love this! I’m doing a low buy 2025 too. I just have so much stuff 😩 I’m hoping to get back into stitching next year. 😊
Yay! I will be cheering you on! I hope you get to do some fun stitching next year! I always loved seeing your projects! Thanks so much for watching!