Make beautiful slow stitch projects just using these 5 easy stitches!

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  • Great for beginners, I take you through five easy stitches and some of their variations (giving you 11 stitches in total!) to use in your slow stitching projects. Make sure you keep watching to see some pieces I've made using these and to give you some inspiration of what you can easily do with these stitches.
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  • @MyDaisy66
    @MyDaisy66 Рік тому +84

    Well I never thought I’d ever be doing any thing like this….but here I am and loving it! I’m a Londoner who doesn’t like the dark winter evenings. So this is how I occupy my time in the later part of the day. I’m absolutely loving your videos with all these beautiful ideas. Thank you so much Sarah. 🌸

    • @sb9442
      @sb9442 Рік тому +7

      I agree 100 % with exactly every word you said….except I live in NEW HAMPSHIRE, USA 🇺🇸 😊

    • @grettalemabouchou6779
      @grettalemabouchou6779 Рік тому +4

      And I am in Midwest USA❤

    • @LoveHandcraftedAni
      @LoveHandcraftedAni Рік тому +4

      I too agree we have long winter here in Canada so doing stitching 🧵 is perfect

    • @geriewald5701
      @geriewald5701 9 місяців тому

      I am watching and loving what I am seeing. What do you do with the piece when done?

    • @shirleylawrence7326
      @shirleylawrence7326 6 місяців тому

      I think it would be perfect pieces to stitch together and create a lap quilt or a throw pillow cover! 🥰

  • @sherryzimmerman9220
    @sherryzimmerman9220 Рік тому +33

    Perfect for those of us that are VISUAL ……and need a talk through along side…..love the reminder to RELAX …….

  • @jmehobbins
    @jmehobbins Рік тому +19

    You have reintroduced me to my first love. With a,perfect twist to cancel out debilitating perfectionism!
    Wow!!!
    1968 meet 2024. Who knew???

  • @primrosealegre9260
    @primrosealegre9260 Рік тому +20

    Apart from your beautiful stitching I am admiring and being quite envious of your beautiful hands

    • @ELizbeth135
      @ELizbeth135 8 місяців тому

      Same!!

    • @donnadees1971
      @donnadees1971 5 місяців тому

      So glad you notice her hands. So lovely, and clean.

  • @barbaracabrera207
    @barbaracabrera207 Рік тому +15

    There's nothing with a needle and thread you can't do!!!
    Love it! You really add class to "slow stitching"!!! LOL! TFS
    Austin TX USA

  • @judithhope8970
    @judithhope8970 8 місяців тому +5

    There's something about a spiral that speaks to my prehistoric brain. This is all so attractive. I can't wait to have a go.

  • @Deliapiano
    @Deliapiano 3 місяці тому +3

    I never thought of samplers as slow stitching. But that is what they are , or can be. No stress, and its a great way of learning new stitches. If they don't come out perfect, so what? The embroidery police won't come after me! The whole point of the samplers is to learn! I appreciate the creativity that can go into slow stitching. It is a nice way of using leftover fabric, and bits and pieces of lace or ribbon. I also like the idea of creating a book with all the samplers which you show in a separate video.. I could date each 'page'...it would be a nice way to see how far I go and what I learn as time goes by. Thank you Sarah for such a nice idea!

  • @m.a.p.g.
    @m.a.p.g. 10 місяців тому +1

    Thank you, after weeks of pinning up pieces and moving them around and around, I’m ready to stitch. My piece is a wall hanging, a very large one.
    I discovered diluted bleach in a spray bottle on the sky and am thrilled with the results. Debating whether to sew over it or just along the edges and leaving it as is. Maybe stitch it so it doesn’t show?
    It’s a landscape, mountains, ocean and beach, with majority of the sewing on the bottom half.

  • @donnadees1971
    @donnadees1971 5 місяців тому +4

    I restate…good to see magnification of stitching, slowly. Thank you.

  • @marlenejones6266
    @marlenejones6266 Рік тому +14

    Sarah this is exciting to watch. I'm so tired from chronic illness I haven't gotten much done but I shall after this. And your blouse is so beautiful. It looks lovely on you

  • @sonyataylor5919
    @sonyataylor5919 Рік тому +13

    I love your blouse. Can't go wrong with pink and gold. Beautiful

  • @kristallklar3687
    @kristallklar3687 Рік тому +6

    Marvellous! Great! I will teach this to old people who are in my group! Big stitches are better for them. Thank you for this inspiration!

  • @MsTemporaryMadness
    @MsTemporaryMadness 3 місяці тому +4

    I just started over the weekend. Thx for the inspiration ❤

  • @jacquelineshewring503
    @jacquelineshewring503 Рік тому +10

    Beautiful stitching. I learn by watching and I know I will be able to copy your stitches by watching. So thank you for sharing.

  • @lourdesvergara-costas7300
    @lourdesvergara-costas7300 Рік тому +7

    OMGOSH! I love doing those. They take my mind over everything negative!

  • @peggyrogers2562
    @peggyrogers2562 8 місяців тому +2

    I’ve never hard if slow stitching until today. Great tutorial!!!!

  • @janissharkey7174
    @janissharkey7174 11 місяців тому +2

    Thank you for posting your slow stitching projects. They are beautiful and adorable!

  • @kellystallard2371
    @kellystallard2371 Рік тому +4

    Fantastic - thank you - now all I need is a sick note for my boss to get more stitching done! x

  • @Cooky_5580
    @Cooky_5580 Рік тому +5

    I never heard of slow stitching and now I really want to try!

  • @katheleenjohnson990
    @katheleenjohnson990 9 місяців тому +4

    Thank you IAM a beginner quilter and have always been courteous about embroidery and like the idea of combining the the two. God bless and thanks again

  • @maryforrester3991
    @maryforrester3991 2 місяці тому

    Thank you so much Sarah. I love slow stitching and was so glad to learn these new stitches which will make all the difference to my pieces ❤😂

  • @CrystalParrotStudio
    @CrystalParrotStudio Рік тому +14

    I'm so happy to have found you!! Love this tutorial!!❤

  • @hisalone5941
    @hisalone5941 2 місяці тому

    Oh, my goodness!!!!!! I am a crafter of pretty much all things but have always adored the feeling of fabric in my hands...especially the soft vintage types. I've just started making my own fabric twine and am loving it. I want to thank you for sharing your wealth of knowledge with us, Sarah. You are amazing and cute as a bug. ❤ I'm finishing up knitted Christmas presents right now but I can definitely say that come January, I'll be joining every group, pattern you have and I'll be learning everything I can about slow stitching. I am especially interested in making a cover for one of my bibles. Can't thank you enough!

  • @donnadees1971
    @donnadees1971 5 місяців тому +2

    I’m 82. But I was taught to knit when I was 2 at the side of a favorite aunt. Omg. Such a treasure auntie. I knit but don’t follow directions, she didn’t teach me that.

    • @truthseeker6610
      @truthseeker6610 4 місяці тому

      You were smart!! I can't remember what I did at the age of two....

  • @jillizzard9291
    @jillizzard9291 Рік тому +13

    Just so pretty - calming and relaxing stitching :)

  • @queenslanddiva
    @queenslanddiva Рік тому +10

    Sarah, you are such a great teacher, thank you. You've given me back my enthusiasm for slow stitching. I'm now making a set of coasters using some of these lovely stitches. Cheers from Australia

  • @tchamp2ya
    @tchamp2ya Рік тому +12

    Just love how you explain things and really appreciate you showing us this slow stitch technique. I am going to be adventurous and try it!!!

  • @laracraft82
    @laracraft82 Рік тому +6

    Your shirt is very pretty by the way Sarah suits you. Lovely work thank you for sharing the stitches hugs ❤😊

  • @dixieerickson1906
    @dixieerickson1906 Рік тому +3

    Hello from Florida USA_-I am really amazed at your control of your cross stitch’s. If I wasn’t so very relaxed watching you I would be trying some Stitches. Thank you for your videos. U-tube is a bit weird in that watching you and other quilting shows it feels like we are just a couple of friends having a visit. Keep up our nice visits:)

  • @jennifercambridge6837
    @jennifercambridge6837 Рік тому +3

    This was the perfect slow stitch video, I shall be referring to it time and time again. May thanks 😊

  • @marybrown9207
    @marybrown9207 Місяць тому

    I am so enjoying your videos, learning lots. I’ve enjoyed slow stitching but now I have more ideas for useful ideas and I love the new stitches. Thank you

  • @KymBullock-b5c
    @KymBullock-b5c 5 місяців тому +1

    Great as usual you are a great teacher and make this craft irresistible KUDOS 😊

  • @enzasicuri8310
    @enzasicuri8310 Рік тому +4

    Thank you! I really enjoyed the video. I will try some stitches

  • @c0ldlight1
    @c0ldlight1 Рік тому +10

    I absolutely love slow stitching. Thank you for all the wonderful ideas for stitches! I have a little slow stitch book and it helps me wind down and relax at the end of the day.

    • @DawnMARKCUM-vn7gt
      @DawnMARKCUM-vn7gt 11 місяців тому +1

      What do you do with them once you're all done like making a pillow or a quilt

  • @dorothydayani3410
    @dorothydayani3410 Рік тому +3

    Thankyou Sarah I do enjoy doing these stitches on my quilts I do find it most relaxing thankyou againexplained nicely

  • @inforestsweheal
    @inforestsweheal 3 місяці тому

    Putting the knot in the end of the thread... that was magic. It took me a few times to watch because it seemed weird, but, it worked! Wow. Thank you!

  • @l.baughman1445
    @l.baughman1445 Рік тому +4

    I just love the blouse you’re wearing. It’s lovely and looks fabulous on you!! Your lighting tech upgrades is great too! 👍

  • @beverlybenson9981
    @beverlybenson9981 Рік тому +3

    Just came across your channel. Thank you for your video. ❤️

  • @janetobrien8630
    @janetobrien8630 Рік тому +4

    Very inspirational thank you. I am using slow stitching with the grandchildren. Wonderful one to one time 😊.

  • @judymarkel8029
    @judymarkel8029 Рік тому +4

    You are color coordinated. I love your pinks. You choose pretty colors. I dont usually choose pinks but I am thinking maybe I should. I love slow stitching. Thank you for sharing

  • @SandraAnaklinger
    @SandraAnaklinger Рік тому +4

    Love it, will try making. Thanks for sharing

  • @leisa1495
    @leisa1495 Рік тому +15

    This is just lovely! Thank you for showing these stitches in various ways of using them. ❤❤❤

  • @artfulyama9071
    @artfulyama9071 Рік тому +1

    Love this video! New subscriber here in Southern California ❤

  • @gloriamartinez1676
    @gloriamartinez1676 Рік тому +1

    Thsnk you so much. Very inspiring. I will definitely try these stitches! Regards from Chile!

  • @grettalemabouchou6779
    @grettalemabouchou6779 2 місяці тому

    I wish to make a bed quilt of this stitching.😊 Making squares and then embellish ❤

  • @antonellaesposito5095
    @antonellaesposito5095 Рік тому +5

    very interesting,thanks for what you teach us 😊👏

  • @kayrichardson6040
    @kayrichardson6040 Рік тому +6

    Inspiring as usual, Sarah. Although at the beginning I was distracted by how lovely you look in that blouse! It's just so pretty! I have begun a slow stitch bunting project and am enjoying it so much. I need to worry less about my stitches and lean on these simpler ones more often. Worry and slow stitching do not go together!

  • @vickidiane2261
    @vickidiane2261 11 місяців тому +1

    watching you and learning new stitches is so addictive and I will watch it a couple of more times then I will try them. I just love watching and learning from you.. These will be great for the slow stitch book in a year. Having so much fun Thank you for expanding my world

  • @beckygraham8233
    @beckygraham8233 10 місяців тому +1

    Your hands are absolutely beautiful. Your video will be so helpful to me. Thank you so much.

  • @Alj19787
    @Alj19787 3 місяці тому

    Very nice work I learned a lot of embroidery methods Thank you very much for this excellent content❤

  • @lifeofjoy9404
    @lifeofjoy9404 Рік тому +3

    Oooh! So pretty!
    Sarah, I NEVER comment on folks' appearance, but you always look so lovely! Today you are so beautifully color coordinated with your clothes, nails, fabric and thread that I must say it again: Oooh! So pretty!
    I enjoy watching your relaxing and informative videos while resting my hands between projects. I was a total stitching novice when I began watching your videos early on during the COVID lockdowns, and am so happy & grateful to have found you! Thanks for all of your hard work.💪

  • @debbiemaddock9509
    @debbiemaddock9509 Рік тому +2

    Fantastic resource thank you 😊 🙏 x beautiful samples at the end, really beautiful ❤

  • @jeaninesarrge8159
    @jeaninesarrge8159 11 місяців тому +1

    What a great lesson!! Thank you!! I'm going to try this.... I'd love to do something like this on the back of my
    jean jacket!!

  • @elainet5870
    @elainet5870 Рік тому +5

    Fun video! I do a lot of slow stitching and so I enjoyed this video! I got a few new tips! I liked the spiral! Thank-you. 😃

  • @kristynstage8986
    @kristynstage8986 Рік тому +1

    I love all of these stitches and am so thankful for this lesson! I have a chicken project that I have thought needed something else to make it pop and some of these will do just that!

  • @wendyschmidt4339
    @wendyschmidt4339 Рік тому

    Hello I am new here. Most enjoyable tutorial iv seen in a very long time Thank you 💕🙏🏼🌷

  • @jacquelinebergman6431
    @jacquelinebergman6431 Рік тому +4

    You look beautiful in your bling today, Sarah... pretty blouse and those lovely long earrings! I am currently working on my first slow stitching project, which is challenging the perfectionist side of me. I resisted for a long time, thinking I wouldn't like it, but I have to admit that I am enjoying the tactile feel of it as I add more stitches through the layers of fabric. I have been thinking about adding some beads so it was nice to see how you incorporated them into your projects. Your potted lace flowers are adorable and I like the idea of using felt as your backing fabric. Thank you for another great and timely video!

    • @SarahHomfrayEmbroidery
      @SarahHomfrayEmbroidery  Рік тому +1

      I still love doing my 'normal' embroidery but I love the slow stitching too when I want to relax and don't want to think about it too much!

  • @user-gk5qw5wb5m
    @user-gk5qw5wb5m Рік тому +1

    Wonderful work made with
    Beautiful hands and nails,
    Real Artist you are.
    Love from Thailand.

  • @anitabarra810
    @anitabarra810 Рік тому +3

    As I read the comments I smile because I also just love the blouse you are wearing.
    Thank you for showing how a simple stitch can be adapted so many ways. I’ve started slow stitching projects and run out of ideas for stitches. But you’ve given me many adaptations to use. ❤

  • @renatelazar
    @renatelazar 7 місяців тому +1

    Buenos días ,Sarah!!! Estoy encantada de tus videos! Es la primera vez que lo veo, pero me ha gustado mucho! Eres muy buena profesora! Gracias! Ahora empiezo a ver un sentido en slow stiching. Entiendo bien ingles, pero no se escribir correctamente, así que dejo al traductor que haga su trabajo.☺. vivo en España y me alegro que tango la oportunidad expresarte mis agradecimientos🌼🌼🍀

    • @SarahHomfrayEmbroidery
      @SarahHomfrayEmbroidery  7 місяців тому

      Google Translation was good Renate! I'm glad you are enjoying the videos, thank you for your Membership support ❤️x

  • @sharonparks8144
    @sharonparks8144 11 місяців тому +1

    Great teaching - thank you❤️

  • @Siures
    @Siures 5 місяців тому

    I know I am late to this video but I found you and your videos a few days ago and have to say: THANK YOU! As a Young Woman who never learned stitching, sewing or knitting as a child or young girl your videos are so helpful! I use these stitches for visible mending because with two little kids idle work is a bit out of reach. But your doing so much for younger generations by sharing your knowledge on UA-cam. Greetings from Germany ❤

  • @irenecasalino7406
    @irenecasalino7406 Рік тому +4

    Wonderful lesson and beautiful projects❣️

  • @allisonferber5474
    @allisonferber5474 9 місяців тому +1

    Very inspiring. Thank you.

  • @joyceabbott4584
    @joyceabbott4584 Рік тому +2

    Thanks!

  • @margawijker8050
    @margawijker8050 9 місяців тому

    Heel erg bedankt,vandaag m'n eerste projectje😂heerlijk!heb wat kanten kleedjes en Schotse wollen ruit van oude kilts,op vinden heb ik een enorme collectie borduurzijde gekocht dus........heerlijk! Kan niet wachten! Groet uit utrecht ,marga

  • @tinadoro9218
    @tinadoro9218 Рік тому +1

    What a fantasy and what taste!!🌹

  • @sb9442
    @sb9442 Рік тому

    I am so glad I found your channel…. You are a wonderful instructor as I have watched others with certain techniques & I just couldn’t get it….. but yours…well I shook my head & said… 😮 I couldn’t get that🤷‍♀️it was bcuz it was presented as difficult….in a confusing manner which made me frustrated & annoyed but determined to find someone somewhere that made sense….that’s YOU…YOU ARE A DREAM 😴again TY & I agree …we just need to ENJOY IT…. WE ARE THE CREATORS…. SO no need to get frustrated…. Just relax & enjoy yourself…😊

  • @lindaspencer6547
    @lindaspencer6547 Рік тому +2

    This was a lovely video and a huge help! Thank you for giving us easy ways to get started.

  • @carolgraham9649
    @carolgraham9649 Рік тому +1

    Thanks from Australia 👏👏

  • @ShatteredRippleBooks
    @ShatteredRippleBooks Рік тому +2

    This is so helpful as I wondered how to stop my first blanket stitch looking weird and I didn't know how to turn corners either.

  • @robiinsparrow
    @robiinsparrow 4 місяці тому +1

    This was very helpful

  • @jalk1959
    @jalk1959 Рік тому +1

    Inspiring and motivating as always

  • @madratrubber2935
    @madratrubber2935 8 місяців тому

    What a wonderful video. Really appreciated it. Getting back into embroidery. Used to love doing pillow cases ❤❤❤❤

  • @RR-ep6uc
    @RR-ep6uc Рік тому +1

    Wow what a great video, thank you so much

  • @KC-ku9dq
    @KC-ku9dq Рік тому +1

    I love watching your videos and stitching along with you! It's extra cozy and relaxing. Your work is wonderful, thank you for sharing. As an aside - I hope this isn't weird - your eyes are such a beautiful, vibrant blue.😊

  • @sdeforest3390
    @sdeforest3390 11 місяців тому

    I have been seeing so much about slow stitching recently. I didn't really know what it is. Your video is very helpful and I believe it is something I would enjoy. I used to like to embroidery and silk ribbon embroidery. I definitely want to try it. Like several others, I was admiring your beautiful hands and nails as I was watching the video! They are just gorgeous, and I also love your blouse. Watching from Texas.

  • @svetlanabarshtein1783
    @svetlanabarshtein1783 6 місяців тому +1

    Very inspiering ang relaxing ! Wide space for creativity and color combination !
    Thank you for beautiful tutorial !

  • @roxanamonilall3560
    @roxanamonilall3560 9 місяців тому +1

    Wow, amazing thank you 💖🤗

  • @marie-catherineblanc5572
    @marie-catherineblanc5572 9 місяців тому

    Votre vidéo est très instructive. ❤❤ from France

  • @juliagardner9750
    @juliagardner9750 Рік тому +1

    Thank you Sarah,you have explained various stitches very well and inspirational.I love hand stitched items.❤

  • @theagraceful
    @theagraceful Рік тому +5

    Always so inspiring 😊

  • @HannahHann1984
    @HannahHann1984 11 місяців тому +2

    Great tutorial thanks so much!

  • @lakhistg7559
    @lakhistg7559 Рік тому

    Marvellous looks pretty.All the stitches.....and the final look of the piece of cloth is truly beautiful.

  • @SusanMJB45
    @SusanMJB45 Рік тому +3

    These are wonderful. Thank you Sarah...... as always.... such fun and excellent teaching !!! I am so excited to learn about the "open satin stitch". It is exactly the stitch that has been missing from my slow stitching repertoire. I had some linen that was fraying in my last slow stitch experiment and I used the blanket stitch to control it. And that was fine. But I love the look of the open satin stitch. I will give that a try on my next piece. And... I must say.... I love slow stitching. Thank you for introducing me to it with your "what is slow stitching" video. I am addicted.

  • @emiliabarbosa8835
    @emiliabarbosa8835 Рік тому +2

    Absolutely loved this video, thank you ❤

  • @Эльзара-к9м
    @Эльзара-к9м Рік тому +3

    Спасибо вам большое за ваши кропотливые работы 🎉🎉🎉 Все красиво и интересно 👏👏👏👍👍👍🌹🌹💐💐💐

  • @caroltambourine405
    @caroltambourine405 Рік тому

    Thank you for the inspiration. Never thought I would try this.

  • @sherrieray3360
    @sherrieray3360 9 місяців тому

    Thank you, so lovely and informative. Was a pleasure watching your video.

  • @anncantlin9710
    @anncantlin9710 10 місяців тому

    So nice to see these beautiful skillls have not gone away. I did these things many years ago as a child my mom taught me how too knit , embroidery and crochet a treasure I have never forgot so you channel is a beautiful joy

  • @lindasalmon6074
    @lindasalmon6074 Рік тому +4

    Thank you for such an inspirational video - I've just come across slow stitching but have only been doing running stitch and cross stitch. Your pieces are so pretty and creative. You've inspired me to expand my repertoire of stitches!

  • @thepenclw
    @thepenclw 11 місяців тому

    Thank you for showing these stitches and how to use them.

  • @annrubino6252
    @annrubino6252 11 місяців тому

    Thank you Sarah - this is a lovely tutorial and I appreciate your encouragement to leave perfectionism out in the cold!

  • @prympammi
    @prympammi Рік тому +2

    1st time here and I’m in love💗💗 this was so relaxing watching you do this! I also just subscribed and I will go back and check on the other videos 💗 thank you for sharing 💗💗💗

  • @isildacunha9854
    @isildacunha9854 9 місяців тому

    Thank you dear Sarah for sharing this lovely video😉😘

  • @karenmoody7011
    @karenmoody7011 Рік тому

    Lovely video, I also love your top and nails coordinates with your beautiful fabrics

  • @RebeccaStokes-g6t
    @RebeccaStokes-g6t 8 місяців тому

    Very helpful! Just started a "slow stitch" project so this video is will be most useful! Thank you for being such an excellent teacher!🥰. Have a blessed and wonderful day!

  • @vickiwallace4453
    @vickiwallace4453 11 місяців тому

    Thank you so much Sarah! Love your videos with perfect explanations and encouragements!

  • @violette4841
    @violette4841 Рік тому

    Liked this video a lot. I learned these stitches when young. We had to wait to use the few sewing machines in class, so we had to do a lot of hand stitching - even do some buttonholes by hand. This gives me an idea to do some of the stitches in embroidery pieces.

  • @I-Love-Handmade
    @I-Love-Handmade Рік тому +3

    Thank you for your tutorial! 🌷🌷🌷