Carmen, I'm not sure you will see this comment since it is not posted to your current episode, but I just heard about you today on Brenda & the Serial Starter and thought I needed to check you out. Boy, am I glad I did! I am smitten with you and your passion for our craft. To see your enthusiasm for your first retreat was so special. It was one of those times that "the stars aligned" for you and I am so happy that you recognized it and was bathed in the joy of it all. Before you ever said the word, "musician" I felt that you were just so...your way of expressing yourself, the way you appreciate all the little things that then crescendo in the the glorious things of life was such a joy to watch. I've always had a great love of music, took piano lessons as a child, retried as an adult, then realized that I was created to appreciate & experience the gift, but not to be a creator. The expression of my creative gift came when I discovered interior design and then began to Cross Stitch! I cannot wait to continue my binge watching of your channel and getting to know you more! One final note: I have always loved the Cello and 20+ years ago, met a sweet young woman in our church orchestra who was a Cellist. My husband & I became her "college town contacts", provided her car service to & from her dorm to practices & performances at our church.When she needed a home cooked meal, she brought friends to our home and we spent many hours listening to them & laughing at their tales of college life. You remind me of her in so many ways. We lost touch over the years but I still think of her often . I wish you many more Retreats and decades of Happy Stitching!
What can I say that hasn’t been commented. Just found you. Best flosstube ever ever. Especially on samplers. I have always been interested in history of cloth,textiles, quilts, etc., being a long time quilter. I Collect antique quilts so I identify with collecting antique samplers. I am a new cross stitcher, so my pieces are on low count aida, but I do enjoy the craft. Can identify with the ancestry talk as my ancestors were poor farmers in Kentucky. They made quilts but to keep warm and very simple unlike the appliqué and intricate quilts of the wealthy in the Eastern U. S. Just love everything about this flosstube. I am thrilled to see your enthusiasm with handwork. Being an older person it is nice to see younger handwork stitchers enjoying the craft and appreciating all it has to offer as a hobby.
Quilts are so fascinating to me! There are no quilters in my family so I haven’t seen too many but I love the idea of taking all the scraps and making something useful out of them. Very make do and mend. It’s also interesting to see how for some it was/is a creative way of addressing a challenge (keeping warm or holding on to valuable materials) and for others it was more of a luxurious, decorative thing and how that varied depending on need and class. I’m no expert but I’d love to learn more about the history of quilting and its significance even today.
Thank you so much for doing this! I could only dream about going to Jacobpalooza. So I searched for it on YT and found you and subscribed immediately. Just adore your enthusiasm and detailed explanations. And very excited about your upcoming ideas because I am a real newcomer who's been bitten hard by the Jacob-bug haha!!!
Oh my gosh! What a great first video! Your enthusiasm for our craft is infectious. I live in Hawaii and don’t get to go to retreats because they are just too far, but with your video, I felt like I was there! I was just as excited as you and am so happy you got to experience such magic. Looking forward to watching more from you. My dad’s family is from Quebec; it’s neat to have a bit of connection, albeit a little one 😄I’ve only ever been once and that was at least three decades ago 😯 Happy stitching 🪡🤩
Fantastic first flosstube, Carmen. Your stitching is beautiful, your enthusiasm was infectious and it was fun to enjoy the retreat through your experience, please come back in the future and do more videos.
Carmen, welcome to the FlossTube community. I heard about your first video from Caroline, Kerri, and Sarah of SewMeSarah. You are an exquisite breath of fresh air. Thank you for allowing me to accompany you vicariously on this amazing retreat with Jacob. I hope to see many more videos.
Thank you so much for your lovely comment! It means a lot to me. I must admit that being called “exquisite” by Sarah of sarahsstitchyspot has made my month 😍😍😍
I so enjoyed watching this!! I attended weekend one, and you did such a great job of capturing the excitement and enthusiasm I felt during the retreat. Thank you for all of the detailed photos and descriptions. And as an aside, I feel the same way you do about Daniel - what an awesome human! 💙 I hope you make more videos!!
Thank you so much, Kerri! I’ll always be reminded of you and all the effort you put into making the conversion for red stag among roses for me when I look at it ❤
I loved your video. Everyone must love Jacob as you do. Your video was soooooo nice. I watched your video in a few sittings. On to number 2. Great job.❤
Thank you for an amazing first flosstube, Carmen! I was at Weekend I and had a similar magical experience at Jacob-Palooza. It was wonderful to meet so many kindred spirits who love MFE designs, antique samplers, beautiful linens and floss, and all the making. I appreciated all the photos and videos you took of the treasures Jacob brought with him from The Netherlands. I was so entranced trying to take it all in that I did not do a good job of documenting what I saw. I completely agree that there are so many incredible charts in the MFE catalog that are sleeping gems and we must stitch them! Charlotte Ramsay is definitely one for them for me. 😊
Wow Carmen, what a phenomenal first flosstube episode! I so enjoyed watching this and really felt the experience of Jacob Palooza through your excitement. Your passion and enthusiasm will make this channel a huge success, Carmen. I love Jacob’s designs too and totally agree with you that there are so many older patterns sleeping just waiting for their moment in the sun. Maybe, you could host your own JacobSleeper SAL to encourage the community to deep dive into his patterns and stitch up a storm of oldies but goodies😉. You’d be just the woman to lead this parade, just saying …. Huge congrats on a fabulous job!
Thank you so much, Sarah! #jacobsleepersal is such a good idea but I don’t know if I have the nerve to host a sal! 😅 I’d have to really pump myself up! Thanks again also for the shoutout on your flosstube. Such an honour!! ❤
No pressure sweet girl. I’m kidding, but not. You could do it, but when you’re ready and only if you want to. I’m just ‘keeping you going’ as we say here in Northern Ireland. Means pulling you leg or joking with you.
I enjoyed your flosstube and your contagious enthusiasm for Jacob and his designs! Side note - I visited Evertote last summer and met Daniel and Hannah. Daniel was as lovely as you said and Hannah was wonderful too. I have often thought how much fun it would be to work with them. 😊
Yes! I remember a while back Caroline was saying that she needed someone to work on shipping and I imagined how nice it would be to live in London and work there part time 😂 I’d be no help though because I’d just spend all day looking at the pretty floss and petting the dog, Luna
Thank you sooooooo much for sharing your experience and your enthusiasm; it's been a real treat to watch your first FlossTube. I will certainly look out for future videos. ❤❤❤
What a wonderful first flosstube! I love your stitches. Am going to watch #2 next! I stitch mostly on 40 count, but have stitched on 46 and really enjoyed it. I do have to use close up glasses! Ha ha, but I am 63. 😉
Truly enjoyed listening to your experiences at your first retreat - watched your video a few times ! Thank you for sharing your thoughts and needlework - so glad you are enjoying your time with needle and thread. I would have loved to have attended this retreat but due to life events could not at this time. Marion Scoular wrote a very nice little booklet on hem stitching and there are some excellent books on hem stitching, pulled and drawn thread. I hope that needlework techniques and the world of needlework will bring you all the joy that music brings to us in so many ways… and, we are most fortunate to be able to pursue this as a hobby. Thanks again and all the best Nupur
Loved this flosstube, Carmen. Just stumbled upon it today - 12/10 - and ready to que up #2. I've never been to any sort of 'stitch con', etc, don't have a flosstube. Just me stitching since i list my bestie 5 years ago; she was the only person i knew who stitched. Flosstubes let me know there are tons of other stitchers out there. Your video was special because it focused so well on heritage and preserving the past. Loved it. I myself stitch on 16 or 18 count Aida since my old eyes can't manage higher counts very well. Your work is impeccable, the samplers you choose are charming. Looking forward to more flosstubes ftom you.❤
I feel the same way about flosstube. I don’t have any stitchy friends in real life so flosstube has felt like a catch up with a friend over some tea and crafting for me over the past year. I’m sorry to hear about losing your friend ♥️ I hope all the flosstubers can continue to keep you company!
Just a wonderful video. You are so passionate about your love for everything Jacob and cross stitch. My parents were born in Holland and came to Canada in the 50s. I have been there twice to visit with relatives. It is a wonderful country. Don’t be afraid to share your process on all your pieces.
Thank you so much 😊 I loved living in the Netherlands, it really is my second home. I’ll be making more floss tubes so more sharing of my progress is to come!
I am so glad I found this video. Thank you for chatting about my ornament and our music story. I am so glad I was not the only one who didn’t have the nerve to approach Jan Hicks. I am also glad I wasn’t the only one to just purchase what she wanted…I had decided to do that ahead of time and did not feel guilty. I love your retreat stories. Your stitching is amazing! I hope we meet again. So…Green and Bare It is an awesome colour…it was the colour of the tuxedos for my brother’s wedding but not of the pictures show the beautiful colour. So awesome in person. Final edit of many additions…I can picture you purchasing an original sampler that is over 100 years old and figuring out the pattern. I can’t wait to see where you go with this. I hope you will do another video.
Karen, it was so lovely to meet you! I still can’t believe how small the world is 😅 I had the same approach when I came to planning my shopping. I had an idea in mind of how much I would spend and only went over by about 50$ so I’m pretty pleased by that! It would be super cool to own an antique but for the moment all my disposable income is going towards stitching supplies 😂 maybe one day 🤞
I have stuck like glue to every word. Your video was at least 3 hours for me.I kept rewinding so not to miss any detail. This was so special to me. The only part I was sad about is the fact maybe Jacob will do it again in maybe 5 years. Maybe Caroline could convince him to come maybe in 2 years!!! Please decide to continue flosstube. Thank you!
Wow. What an amazing video. You remind me so much of a young friend of mine and when you said you were a cellist somehow it didn’t surprise me as she also is a cellist. So many amazing connections for you. So enjoyed everything you shared. I have watched Carolyn since her first flosstube and am also a flautist. Loved the occasional flute playing that popped up back then. She has built an amazing businesss. Please continue to make videos so we can see your progress. Thank you for taking the time to share as I am in Australia. I have stitched a couple of Jacob’s charts and a couple of wips. Now I need more!!! Continue to enjoy your stitching and music making.
Thank you for your thoughtful comment. I haven’t been watching Caroline long enough to have heard any of her flute playing, I’ll have to go back in the archives!
This flosstube episode was a complete delight. I heard Caroline And Carri mention it as the best recap of the event. It is also so nice to see another Canadian podcasting. Your enthusiasm is very contagious. I really hope that you do more episodes. Hugs from western Nova Scotia.
Thank you so much for such an in-depth recap. I too was at weekend 2 but sadly had to leave on Friday due to a family situation. I have lived vicariously through your eyes for the remainder of the retreat, so thank you!
What a delightful morning I had watching both your videos. Bravo for the information you shared and details about the retreat, Jacob, Caroline and Evertotes, the visits you had and your analysis of the works and patterns. It was inspiring!
Yes!!!!!! I love your flosstube! I'm completely self taught so I understand your excitement over project bags, needle minders, actually seeing linens and fancy floss in person! I've never known there was so much out there!!! Anyway, Well done! You do beautiful work!
Great recap! I was also there and had a great time - being a super fan as well. My background is also Dutch. Really enjoyed your background stories. Wish I knew more of my heritage but those family members are all gone now. I did manage a trip to the Netherlands several years ago and visited Rotterdam where my grandparents were from. Hope you make more videos and show your amazing stitching!!!
I really enjoyed your video, although I had to watch "snippits" here and there. I wasn't able to go, but loved experiencing it through your eyes and your enthusiasm. I hope you will do more in the future.
I stitched my Reaching Skyward on snickerdoodle 40 CT with redwood and 'with envy' with accents of green and bear it and sea salt (from the 2022 holiday countdown). It's a great color linen! I'm going to the October 2024 stich north and it's my 1st retreat and I'm going by myself. Your positive experience gives me hope 😊 thanks for the recap!
Oh that makes me so happy! I wish I could go to stitch North too but it’s not in the cards, sadly. You’re going to have a great time though! And your sal sounds amazing, those are such gorgeous colours
Carmen, you did a wonderful job with your first (and hopefully not the last) flosstube. Please continue with the flosstubes and keep us apprised of all your work/WIPs.
Great video. You are a natural. MFE's Clemence Regnier was one of the first things i stitched when i started stitching again in 2020. And several more since. They are wonderful. How about a Charlotte Ramsay SAL! Just bought Song of the Nightingale. Might make 2024 the year of the MFE everything. You've inspired me! And hey I'm a cellist too. Music and stitching go together so well!
@@cardamenpins I have most of the floss and a potential fabric. Just need to buy the pattern. I think I'll change the family initials and likely leave out a line of them. Will see what works once I can play with the chart.
What a great video and appreciate you sharing your stitching and retreat excitement. Can’t believe you have only been back to stitching for a year. Your projects are just beautifully amazing. You go girl!! Will definitely be watching more of your videos. Congrats on Flosstube #1🎉🎉🎉😘
I believe the Red Stag might look gorgeous on your yellow❤ I love yellow and plan on stitching the sun and moon on blue fabric. I found your family's story moving, and you are so right! It if weren't for their determination and fortitude to survive, we would not be here. It's good to be grateful. As a young child, I remember hearing a cello played for the first time in a school concert. It touched my soul! Beautiful instrument! They are works of art to look at and listen to❤ I grew up on classical and big band music. Five years of piano (which I didnt love because I detested recitals and being humiliated by making a mistake.) I was very young. Now I am very old. Liberace wasn't my favorite role model = Bruce Hornsby is ; ) but the love of music remains! Rhapsody in Blue is my alltime favorite and Delibes, the Flower Duet!
Wonderful first flosstube. You are a natural. Very informative & genuinely lovely to watch & listen to you chat away about your experience, about yourself & your stitching. Will be keeping an eye out & will watch future ones if you decide to make more ❤
7 minutes in and I had to stop to tell you how wonderful your enthusiasm and. love for cross stitch is. I hope you continue on your flosstube journey because I would surely be tuned in!
Fantastique. Very wonderful pieces, stitches and the retreat seems full of joy . I am living in Quebec city and stitch since 30 years. Different things but never a Dutch sampler. I stitched 2 wonderful Long Dog Sampler some years ago and began my 1rst Modern Folk Embroidery chart as a surprise for my daugther. Loved your flosstube.
😮 Je vis à St-Emile. Tu connais la Guilde des Dentellières et Brodeuses ? J'en fait partie depuis de nombreuses années et nous nous rencontrons les 1er samedi du mois de septembre à juin. Bonnes croix.
Wow! Thank you for this video recap Carmen. And let me say though I imagine you are a talented musician, you may have missed your calling as a public speaker. You should be lecturing in a university. Only one time did I have a professor who was as gifted at presenting a subject as you are in this video. Not one UM or hesitation - which would make up at least 3/4 of any presentation I made. Well, well done! I hope we continue to benefit from your talents by watching more videos!
Wow, thank you so much! I do a lot of public speaking as a musician so I have a bit of experience 😜 something I definitely noticed editing my first two videos is how often I say “anyways” and “obviously” and there are certainly more than a few “um”s and “like”s in there too 🙃
I so enjoyed listening to you and feeling your enthusiasm. I was also thrilled to hear that you prefer finishing projects rather than having several WIPs at the same time. I find it weird that stitchers have pieces unfinished for months or even years! I am going to try one over two having seen your work. Thank you
Yes, many projects at once is not my style but I think it’s cool that some people can work on something for 10+ years, it means there are so many memories stitched into the piece ❤
Unfortunately I did not get to attend Jacobpalooza because I had surgery. You have such a wonderful recounting of the weekend, I felt like I WAS there! Thank you! This was the most wonderful Flosstube, your pictures were perfect! Your stitching is amazing! Although I think you need more WIPS, needleminders, Floss, fabric...it's so great rabbit hole! Please make more Flosstubes! BTW, I have been playing the piano since I was 9 and I am a great grandmother! See you next time.
I Hope your surgery went well and I’m glad I was able to deliver a piece of the retreat experience to you. That is such a compliment 🥰 don’t worry, I will be sure to acquire more and more stash, I don’t need too much convincing 😝 it’s lovely to know another musician stitcher and a great-grandmother! Wow!
So enjoyed your video. Jacob was one of my first steady flosstube heroes and I love his reproductions. Your enthusiasm is contagious and I sure hope you will continue to make more videos.
Thank you so much. He’s also one of my flosstube favs. When I found him I went back and watched all his videos from the beginning. And yes, there will be more videos!
Thank you SO MUCH for your stories about the retreat! I was interested to hear about Drenthe, having read about it so much in books about Vincent Van Gogh--I devour every book I can find about him. Your stitching is spectacular. Looking forward to more of your Floss Tubes!
Hi Carmen! I’m the very lucky person who received your gift at the exchange on wknd 2 at Jacob-Palooza. I really treasure the pin cushion, I use it daily. Your video is fantastic, what an experience we all had!
Amazing flosstube video, Carmen! You expressed so well what I fell after attending the first weekend /) It was my first retreat and I am so happy it was Jacob Palooza with Evertote 😍❤️
Thank you for doing this video. It was a great recap and fun watching a few weeks after the retreat. I loved seeing your pieces in person. You’re stitching is beautiful.❤
Love your video. One of the few times where a long video did not bother me. I watch you while I was working and just love your passion and I'm a big fan of modern folk embroidery, so it was very fun to watch all the pictures and videos. I think you're great and I hope that you do more videos. Very lovely! Thanks!
Nice to meet you. Heard about you through Brenda and Laura’s flosstube today. You are a natural on here. I usually only have time to watch flosstubes on Sunday afternoons so I have your second one to look forward to next Sunday. Loved your review of the retreat. Glad you were able to go and then share with the rest of us.
Hi Carmen, Your video was amazing. You really hit it out of the park!!! Your stitching is absolutely exquisite and I would love to know the thread conversion for the holland sampler! You also touched my heart as you told your story of your ancestors and how beautifully you expressed your gratitude to them. I hope you continue to make lots of floss tubes and share all of your future treasures. Lots of wonderful wishes for you. Gisela
Hi Gisela, thank you so much for your thoughtful comment. I’m glad my video resonated with you! It would be easiest for me to send you the garden of holland conversion through instagram, are you on instagram? I split and repeated some of the colours in the conversion so it’s a bit hard to explain. I’ve been sending a picture of it to everyone who’s been asking for it. I have the same account name on instagram as here: cardamenpins If you send me a message or comment, I’ll send that off to you!
So very happy for you. I would also have to go to a retreat solo- I’ve never been, I don’t have stitchy friends, so it’s encouraging to hear how wonderful a time you had. Incidentally I have played quite a few instruments. I love the Netherlands, I lived there for four years and my daughter was born there.
Yes, everyone was so nice. I think any table with a free spot would be happy to take you. I hope you get the chance to go on a retreat, it was a great chance to meet likeminded people
Your going to be an awesome flosstuber! Hung on your everyword. I so hope your vision comes true to go to that stitchy shop. Looking forward to your next video. ❤
Carmen, you are amazing! Your stitching is beautiful, and I love your enthusiasm. Also thank you for "taking" us to the retreat. It sounds amazing. Did you know that Nicola Parkman is doing a workshop in May in the Cincinnati area? It might be within driving distance for you. Looking forward to your next video.
Thank you so much. I wish so much that I could go, I have so much admiration for Nicola. Unfortunately it’s not possible for me at this time but maybe one day!
This was just excellent and I thoroughly enjoyed it. In fact, this was the best recap of a retreat that I've ever seen. And that it was about Jacob and MFE, which made it so special. I am really hoping that you make more videos!
Best recap video? Oh my, what an honour! I watched a video by Pam and Steph where they recapped stitchcon 2022 and it was super thorough (and long 😅) I LOVED it and really appreciated being able to feel like I was there so that was definitely a big inspiration for this video. And yes! more videos to come ❤
Sarah recommended your Flosstube, so I had to watch. Great first video! Floral Motif Sampler by The Scarlett House, which I’m stitching right now, would look fabulous on Autumn Gold by xJuDesigns! Happy stitching! 🧵🪡
Seriously?!! You really need to keep us updated on the Vierlande Sampler! Really enjoyed your video, your enthusiasm and your skill! Don't stop with one...
Oh my word! Thankyou, Thankyou for your wonderful video. I have certainly lived vicariously through you; the retreat sounded amazing. I live in the UK so the cost was prohibitive for me, but you made me feel like I experienced too.
I’m so glad you could get a bit of the retreat experience through my video ❤ I’m pretty sure Jacob is going to be at a retreat in the UK next year. It’s called big stitch retreat, maybe interesting for you!
Hi! Great video! I wanted to tell you that I find A LOT of Fiber On A Whim has a REAL GREEN TINT -I learned about it while I was at a needlework store and they just got a pretty big or of this pretty linen - SO MANY had that tint. NOT SURE if that is true for all batches or not. I do LOVE FOAW though!😊💖
Yes, I’ve noticed this too. I find a lot of blackbird models seem to be stitched on a green ground so I’m holding on to my foaw for some of those charts. I love foaw too!
I think I’m just about the luckiest girl in the world to have been able to meet him! It sounds like he’s open to doing more retreats, I’m pretty sure he’s going to big stitch retreat in the uk next year and maybe another one with Evertote in 5 years. I don’t know where in the world you are, but hopefully you have the chance to go one day too! Highly recommended 👍
Oh my Carmen, what a wonderful recap 👏, It felt like I was there with you, and I immediately pushed the subscribe button. I can hardly believe that this was your first FlossTube video, you’re so genuine and at ease. I know it’s a lot of work making and editing videos, but I do hope that you’ll be able to make more 🤞 Lovely to meet you, and meanwhile, accept my sincere greetings from Montréal 🍁🇨🇦 - Happy stitching 🧵🪡
Thank you so much! I definitely have some improvement to make in the editing department, all my photos showed up on screen about 20 seconds late 🤦♀️ haha, you live and you learn 😂 great to know that there are more stitchers in Quebec! There was one other woman I met at the retreat from Montreal as well. So far, you’re the only ones I know of!
Lovely video! I hope you decide to do more. I know you said SALs weren’t your favorite, but I am doing one with Soed Idee & it’s a freebie! I loved hearing all the details of your trip and seeing all of your beautiful work & the antiques!
Thank you for sharing your video diary of the retreat. Your stitching is so lovely. I would be interested in your floss conversion of the Garden in Holland project. I really liked your choices of the greens. I hope you will share your trip to the Netherlands we take with your mom.
Yes, I hope to go to some LnS in the Netherlands when I’m there and hopefully get some photo and video. I’ll just have to explain to my mom what flosstube is, she’ll be so confused 😂 for the garden of holland sampler, do you have instagram? It’s easiest for me to send it to you there, I’ve been sending a picture of my conversion to everyone who’s asked as I split and combine a few of the colours and it’s a bit hard to explain. My account on instagram is the same as on UA-cam: cardamenpins
Allo des Cantons de l'Est!!!! I'm so glad to have discovered your flosstube!! I'm a big fan of Jacob and the team at Evertote!!! I can't wait to start the holliday countdown. Will you participate? I was not able to go to the retreat as it was too close from a conference at work, but your video made me feel the experience!!! And you are so lively as a person!! I had an idea that you were from Québec by the way you prononce French words. Maybe, with other stitchers, we could make a local chapter? I can't wait for your next video.
Yes, I’m doing the holiday countdown but with my own conversion, I didn’t get the flosses. I’m in Quebec City but it’s good to know that there are more stitchers in Quebec! I met one stitcher from Montreal at the retreat.
This was delightful! I adore your excitement....but I still can't figure out how you stitch SO FAST! I have the exact same story for getting back into cross stitch after I was younger. Everything back then, that I knew about, was just not my style. Then recently I randomly came across MFE....and that was it! Right back into cross-stitch again. Thanks for posting this!!
Yeah I’m kind of annoyed with myself that I stopped all those years ago… think of how many more finishes we would have by now 😂 If we only knew how much more was out there…
Hello and Thank You so much for your lovely video. I do hope that you make more. Loved your enthusiasm and know how you feel about finding samplers that come from some place that is part of your heritage. I too was searching for samplers that come from my home town of Dresden Germany. I did find some and learned that they have an exhibit in one of the museums in Dresden that could look at should I ever visit. I also love the history of all of the samplers...all so very interesting. I have not been to a retreat yet but hope to go next Spring to the Evertote retreat. Maybe you will be there too. Thanks again💕
Thank you for your comment. I hope you have the chance to see (and maybe even stitch) some of these samplers from Dresden. The personal aspect is so powerful. I won’t be able to go to stitch North, unfortunately 😢 but hopefully you will! You will love the experience!
Carmen, I'm not sure you will see this comment since it is not posted to your current episode, but I just heard about you today on Brenda & the Serial Starter and thought I needed to check you out. Boy, am I glad I did! I am smitten with you and your passion for our craft. To see your enthusiasm for your first retreat was so special. It was one of those times that "the stars aligned" for you and I am so happy that you recognized it and was bathed in the joy of it all. Before you ever said the word, "musician" I felt that you were just so...your way of expressing yourself, the way you appreciate all the little things that then crescendo in the the glorious things of life was such a joy to watch. I've always had a great love of music, took piano lessons as a child, retried as an adult, then realized that I was created to appreciate & experience the gift, but not to be a creator. The expression of my creative gift came when I discovered interior design and then began to Cross Stitch! I cannot wait to continue my binge watching of your channel and getting to know you more! One final note: I have always loved the Cello and 20+ years ago, met a sweet young woman in our church orchestra who was a Cellist. My husband & I became her "college town contacts", provided her car service to & from her dorm to practices & performances at our church.When she needed a home cooked meal, she brought friends to our home and we spent many hours listening to them & laughing at their tales of college life. You remind me of her in so many ways. We lost touch over the years but I still think of her often . I wish you many more Retreats and decades of Happy Stitching!
What can I say that hasn’t been commented. Just found you. Best flosstube ever ever. Especially on samplers. I have always been interested in history of cloth,textiles, quilts, etc., being a long time quilter. I Collect antique quilts so I identify with collecting antique samplers. I am a new cross stitcher, so my pieces are on low count aida, but I do enjoy the craft. Can identify with the ancestry talk as my ancestors were poor farmers in Kentucky. They made quilts but to keep warm and very simple unlike the appliqué and intricate quilts of the wealthy in the Eastern U. S. Just love everything about this flosstube. I am thrilled to see your enthusiasm with handwork. Being an older person it is nice to see younger handwork stitchers enjoying the craft and appreciating all it has to offer as a hobby.
Quilts are so fascinating to me! There are no quilters in my family so I haven’t seen too many but I love the idea of taking all the scraps and making something useful out of them. Very make do and mend. It’s also interesting to see how for some it was/is a creative way of addressing a challenge (keeping warm or holding on to valuable materials) and for others it was more of a luxurious, decorative thing and how that varied depending on need and class. I’m no expert but I’d love to learn more about the history of quilting and its significance even today.
Thank you so much for doing this! I could only dream about going to Jacobpalooza. So I searched for it on YT and found you and subscribed immediately. Just adore your enthusiasm and detailed explanations. And very excited about your upcoming ideas because I am a real newcomer who's been bitten hard by the Jacob-bug haha!!!
Oh my gosh! What a great first video! Your enthusiasm for our craft is infectious. I live in Hawaii and don’t get to go to retreats because they are just too far, but with your video, I felt like I was there! I was just as excited as you and am so happy you got to experience such magic. Looking forward to watching more from you. My dad’s family is from Quebec; it’s neat to have a bit of connection, albeit a little one 😄I’ve only ever been once and that was at least three decades ago 😯 Happy stitching 🪡🤩
Hello fellow quebecer! Thanks for watching and I’m glad you got a slice of the experience through my video ❤
Fantastic first flosstube, Carmen. Your stitching is beautiful, your enthusiasm was infectious and it was fun to enjoy the retreat through your experience, please come back in the future and do more videos.
Thank you! Yes, more to come 😊
Fabulous! Keep up the wonderful work!😊
Thank you! 😊
🎉 Good Evening Cardamen ❤ so 😊 happy to meet you .
Happy to (virtually) meet you too!
Omg that Caramel Brownie fabric would be perfect for Jacob’s The Namárië Tapestry. Thank you!
Carmen, welcome to the FlossTube community. I heard about your first video from Caroline, Kerri, and Sarah of SewMeSarah. You are an exquisite breath of fresh air. Thank you for allowing me to accompany you vicariously on this amazing retreat with Jacob. I hope to see many more videos.
Thank you so much for your lovely comment! It means a lot to me. I must admit that being called “exquisite” by Sarah of sarahsstitchyspot has made my month 😍😍😍
I so enjoyed watching this!! I attended weekend one, and you did such a great job of capturing the excitement and enthusiasm I felt during the retreat. Thank you for all of the detailed photos and descriptions. And as an aside, I feel the same way you do about Daniel - what an awesome human! 💙 I hope you make more videos!!
Oh my goodness, thank you so much for your kind comment!! 🤩 Daniel was delightful, yes! And more flosstubes to come 👍
An amazing video! It was lovely meeting you and am looking forward to seeing your progress on all your Jacob stitch plans ❤
Thank you so much, Kerri! I’ll always be reminded of you and all the effort you put into making the conversion for red stag among roses for me when I look at it ❤
I loved your video. Everyone must love Jacob as you do. Your video was soooooo nice. I watched your video in a few sittings. On to number 2. Great job.❤
Thank you for an amazing first flosstube, Carmen! I was at Weekend I and had a similar magical experience at Jacob-Palooza. It was wonderful to meet so many kindred spirits who love MFE designs, antique samplers, beautiful linens and floss, and all the making. I appreciated all the photos and videos you took of the treasures Jacob brought with him from The Netherlands. I was so entranced trying to take it all in that I did not do a good job of documenting what I saw. I completely agree that there are so many incredible charts in the MFE catalog that are sleeping gems and we must stitch them! Charlotte Ramsay is definitely one for them for me. 😊
Thank you for your comment! I have to go through his entire catalogue and find all the hidden gems! I hope to do Charlotte Ramsey in the new year 🤞
Wow Carmen, what a phenomenal first flosstube episode! I so enjoyed watching this and really felt the experience of Jacob Palooza through your excitement. Your passion and enthusiasm will make this channel a huge success, Carmen. I love Jacob’s designs too and totally agree with you that there are so many older patterns sleeping just waiting for their moment in the sun. Maybe, you could host your own JacobSleeper SAL to encourage the community to deep dive into his patterns and stitch up a storm of oldies but goodies😉. You’d be just the woman to lead this parade, just saying ….
Huge congrats on a fabulous job!
Thank you so much, Sarah! #jacobsleepersal is such a good idea but I don’t know if I have the nerve to host a sal! 😅 I’d have to really pump myself up!
Thanks again also for the shoutout on your flosstube. Such an honour!! ❤
Oh you so could! I believe in you, so get pumping!🤣🤣🤣
😆 well okay then! I’ll start planning!
No pressure sweet girl. I’m kidding, but not. You could do it, but when you’re ready and only if you want to. I’m just ‘keeping you going’ as we say here in Northern Ireland. Means pulling you leg or joking with you.
Well… you’re lovely! Thank you for starting a flosstube. I look forward to seeing more from you❤
I enjoyed your flosstube and your contagious enthusiasm for Jacob and his designs! Side note - I visited Evertote last summer and met Daniel and Hannah. Daniel was as lovely as you said and Hannah was wonderful too. I have often thought how much fun it would be to work with them. 😊
Yes! I remember a while back Caroline was saying that she needed someone to work on shipping and I imagined how nice it would be to live in London and work there part time 😂 I’d be no help though because I’d just spend all day looking at the pretty floss and petting the dog, Luna
Thank you sooooooo much for sharing your experience and your enthusiasm; it's been a real treat to watch your first FlossTube. I will certainly look out for future videos. ❤❤❤
Thank you so much!
Thank you for a delightful video of your Retreat experience❣️ I am moving on to #2. 😻🤗
What a wonderful first flosstube! I love your stitches. Am going to watch #2 next! I stitch mostly on 40 count, but have stitched on 46 and really enjoyed it. I do have to use close up glasses! Ha ha, but I am 63. 😉
Yes 40 and 46 is definitely my favourite! I love the tighter weave.
I overdyed some yellow linen with tea and it came out lovely.
What a beautiful flosstube! One of the best. I’m from Belgie. Up to nr 2.
I enjoyed your video.
Truly enjoyed listening to your experiences at your first retreat - watched your video a few times ! Thank you for sharing your thoughts and needlework - so glad you are enjoying your time with needle and thread. I would have loved to have attended this retreat but due to life events could not at this time.
Marion Scoular wrote a very nice little booklet on hem stitching and there are some excellent books on hem stitching, pulled and drawn thread.
I hope that needlework techniques and the world of needlework will bring you all the joy that music brings to us in so many ways… and, we are most fortunate to be able to pursue this as a hobby.
Thanks again and all the best
Nupur
Thank you, Nupur for your kind comment! I will have to check out this book. I’m hoping to learn more about pulled threadwork in the future
Loved this flosstube, Carmen. Just stumbled upon it today - 12/10 - and ready to que up #2. I've never been to any sort of 'stitch con', etc, don't have a flosstube. Just me stitching since i list my bestie 5 years ago; she was the only person i knew who stitched. Flosstubes let me know there are tons of other stitchers out there.
Your video was special because it focused so well on heritage and preserving the past. Loved it.
I myself stitch on 16 or 18 count Aida since my old eyes can't manage higher counts very well.
Your work is impeccable, the samplers you choose are charming.
Looking forward to more flosstubes ftom you.❤
I feel the same way about flosstube. I don’t have any stitchy friends in real life so flosstube has felt like a catch up with a friend over some tea and crafting for me over the past year. I’m sorry to hear about losing your friend ♥️ I hope all the flosstubers can continue to keep you company!
Really enjoyed this! 🎉
Glad you enjoyed it!
Just a wonderful video. You are so passionate about your love for everything Jacob and cross stitch. My parents were born in Holland and came to Canada in the 50s. I have been there twice to visit with relatives. It is a wonderful country.
Don’t be afraid to share your process on all your pieces.
Thank you so much 😊 I loved living in the Netherlands, it really is my second home. I’ll be making more floss tubes so more sharing of my progress is to come!
I am so glad I found this video. Thank you for chatting about my ornament and our music story. I am so glad I was not the only one who didn’t have the nerve to approach Jan Hicks. I am also glad I wasn’t the only one to just purchase what she wanted…I had decided to do that ahead of time and did not feel guilty. I love your retreat stories. Your stitching is amazing! I hope we meet again. So…Green and Bare It is an awesome colour…it was the colour of the tuxedos for my brother’s wedding but not of the pictures show the beautiful colour. So awesome in person. Final edit of many additions…I can picture you purchasing an original sampler that is over 100 years old and figuring out the pattern. I can’t wait to see where you go with this. I hope you will do another video.
Karen, it was so lovely to meet you! I still can’t believe how small the world is 😅 I had the same approach when I came to planning my shopping. I had an idea in mind of how much I would spend and only went over by about 50$ so I’m pretty pleased by that!
It would be super cool to own an antique but for the moment all my disposable income is going towards stitching supplies 😂 maybe one day 🤞
@@cardamenpins it will happen when it is meant to Carmen. I hope we meet again.
A terrific recap on weekend 2, Jacob Palooza! Congratulations on your first flosstube, I look forward to more.
Thank you so much, more to come!
I have stuck like glue to every word. Your video was at least 3 hours for me.I kept rewinding so not to miss any detail. This was so special to me. The only part I was sad about is the fact maybe Jacob will do it again in maybe 5 years. Maybe Caroline could convince him to come maybe in 2 years!!! Please decide to continue flosstube. Thank you!
I had the same reaction to 5 years! I can’t wait that long 😂 and yes, there are more videos coming
Wow. What an amazing video. You remind me so much of a young friend of mine and when you said you were a cellist somehow it didn’t surprise me as she also is a cellist. So many amazing connections for you. So enjoyed everything you shared. I have watched Carolyn since her first flosstube and am also a flautist. Loved the occasional flute playing that popped up back then. She has built an amazing businesss. Please continue to make videos so we can see your progress. Thank you for taking the time to share as I am in Australia. I have stitched a couple of Jacob’s charts and a couple of wips. Now I need more!!! Continue to enjoy your stitching and music making.
Thank you for your thoughtful comment. I haven’t been watching Caroline long enough to have heard any of her flute playing, I’ll have to go back in the archives!
This flosstube episode was a complete delight. I heard Caroline And Carri mention it as the best recap of the event. It is also so nice to see another Canadian podcasting. Your enthusiasm is very contagious. I really hope that you do more episodes. Hugs from western Nova Scotia.
Thank you so much for your comment, hello fellow Canadian! And yes, I’m currently planning my next flosstube 😃
Thank you so much for such an in-depth recap. I too was at weekend 2 but sadly had to leave on Friday due to a family situation. I have lived vicariously through your eyes for the remainder of the retreat, so thank you!
Oh no, I’m sorry to hear that! I hope everything is ok now and that you enjoyed the time you were able to be there ❤
You presented a wonderful video!!!! I will certainly be watching for your next flosstube. Amazing!!!
Thank you so much, more to come 🎉
What a delightful morning I had watching both your videos. Bravo for the information you shared and details about the retreat, Jacob, Caroline and Evertotes, the visits you had and your analysis of the works and patterns. It was inspiring!
Thank you so much. And both videos in one morning? They aren’t short so you’re a real trouper!
Yes!!!!!! I love your flosstube! I'm completely self taught so I understand your excitement over project bags, needle minders, actually seeing linens and fancy floss in person! I've never known there was so much out there!!! Anyway, Well done! You do beautiful work!
So true! It’s a deep rabbit hole. Thank you ❤
Hello Carmen... Great video! Thank you for making the retreat come alive for us folks who couldn't attend. Happy stitching 😊
My pleasure ♥️
Great recap! I was also there and had a great time - being a super fan as well. My background is also Dutch. Really enjoyed your background stories. Wish I knew more of my heritage but those family members are all gone now. I did manage a trip to the Netherlands several years ago and visited Rotterdam where my grandparents were from. Hope you make more videos and show your amazing stitching!!!
That’s so cool! I’m pretty sure Jacob lives in Rotterdam. I used to go there every so often to have cello lessons at the conservatory.
I really enjoyed your video, although I had to watch "snippits" here and there. I wasn't able to go, but loved experiencing it through your eyes and your enthusiasm. I hope you will do more in the future.
Glad you enjoyed it! Yes, there will be more ❤
I stitched my Reaching Skyward on snickerdoodle 40 CT with redwood and 'with envy' with accents of green and bear it and sea salt (from the 2022 holiday countdown). It's a great color linen! I'm going to the October 2024 stich north and it's my 1st retreat and I'm going by myself. Your positive experience gives me hope 😊 thanks for the recap!
Oh that makes me so happy! I wish I could go to stitch North too but it’s not in the cards, sadly. You’re going to have a great time though! And your sal sounds amazing, those are such gorgeous colours
Carmen, you did a wonderful job with your first (and hopefully not the last) flosstube. Please continue with the flosstubes and keep us apprised of all your work/WIPs.
Thank you so much! This is not the last video, more to come!
Great video. You are a natural.
MFE's Clemence Regnier was one of the first things i stitched when i started stitching again in 2020. And several more since. They are wonderful. How about a Charlotte Ramsay SAL!
Just bought Song of the Nightingale. Might make 2024 the year of the MFE everything. You've inspired me!
And hey I'm a cellist too. Music and stitching go together so well!
Thank you! Yes, so many musician stitchers ❤ I’m very likely stitching charlotte Ramsey in the new year, maybe a Sal in the works?
@@cardamenpins I have most of the floss and a potential fabric. Just need to buy the pattern.
I think I'll change the family initials and likely leave out a line of them. Will see what works once I can play with the chart.
You are a natural, girl!! Loved this video. Please continue making them!
Thank you! More to come ❤
Carmen that was a “wonderful” flosstube ! Gorgeous stitching, can’t wait till the next flosstube ! Happy Stitching 🧵✂️🪡❌
Thank you so much!
Thank you for sharing, Carmen! Lovely to get to know you and yes experience JacobPalooza vicariously! Great content!
Glad I could help 😛
A wonderful video, thanks so much for sharing your retreat experience!
Glad you enjoyed it!
this was amazing! cant wait for more videos
More to come!
What a great video and appreciate you sharing your stitching and retreat excitement. Can’t believe you have only been back to stitching for a year. Your projects are just beautifully amazing. You go girl!! Will definitely be watching more of your videos. Congrats on Flosstube #1🎉🎉🎉😘
Thank you so much! ❤
Love your passion! Your stitched pieces are exquisite
Thank you so much!!
I believe the Red Stag might look gorgeous on your yellow❤ I love yellow and plan on stitching the sun and moon on blue fabric.
I found your family's story moving, and you are so right! It if weren't for their determination and fortitude to survive, we would not be here. It's good to be grateful.
As a young child, I remember hearing a cello played for the first time in a school concert. It touched my soul! Beautiful instrument! They are works of art to look at and listen to❤ I grew up on classical and big band music. Five years of piano (which I didnt love because I detested recitals and being humiliated by making a mistake.) I was very young. Now I am very old. Liberace wasn't my favorite role model = Bruce Hornsby is ; ) but the love of music remains! Rhapsody in Blue is my alltime favorite and Delibes, the Flower Duet!
This was so interesting!
Spectacular flosstube! You’re an amazing stitcher and speaker and oh so motivating!!
Wonderful first flosstube. You are a natural. Very informative & genuinely lovely to watch & listen to you chat away about your experience, about yourself & your stitching. Will be keeping an eye out & will watch future ones if you decide to make more ❤
Thank you so much!
7 minutes in and I had to stop to tell you how wonderful your enthusiasm and. love for cross stitch is. I hope you continue on your flosstube journey because I would surely be tuned in!
Thank you so much! Yes, there will be more videos ❤
Fantastique. Very wonderful pieces, stitches and the retreat seems full of joy . I am living in Quebec city and stitch since 30 years. Different things but never a Dutch sampler. I stitched 2 wonderful Long Dog Sampler some years ago and began my 1rst Modern Folk Embroidery chart as a surprise for my daugther. Loved your flosstube.
On est peut-être voisins! Je suis aussi à Québec.
😮 Je vis à St-Emile. Tu connais la Guilde des Dentellières et Brodeuses ? J'en fait partie depuis de nombreuses années et nous nous rencontrons les 1er samedi du mois de septembre à juin. Bonnes croix.
Love your excitement. The Red Stag Sampler you just bought would look amazing on your yellow fabric.
Wow! Thank you for this video recap Carmen. And let me say though I imagine you are a talented musician, you may have missed your calling as a public speaker. You should be lecturing in a university. Only one time did I have a professor who was as gifted at presenting a subject as you are in this video. Not one UM or hesitation - which would make up at least 3/4 of any presentation I made. Well, well done! I hope we continue to benefit from your talents by watching more videos!
Wow, thank you so much! I do a lot of public speaking as a musician so I have a bit of experience 😜 something I definitely noticed editing my first two videos is how often I say “anyways” and “obviously” and there are certainly more than a few “um”s and “like”s in there too 🙃
What a beautiful first Flosstube. I do hope there will be more. Your love of Dutch samplers is contagious!
Thank you so much! And yes! there will be more ❤
I so enjoyed listening to you and feeling your enthusiasm. I was also thrilled to hear that you prefer finishing projects rather than having several WIPs at the same time. I find it weird that stitchers have pieces unfinished for months or even years! I am going to try one over two having seen your work. Thank you
Yes, many projects at once is not my style but I think it’s cool that some people can work on something for 10+ years, it means there are so many memories stitched into the piece ❤
what a great floss tube, I stayed up way too late watching it. so interesting & lots of history too. PLEASE MORE VIDOES
Thanks so much for watching and I’m sorry I cut into your sleep! 😂
Unfortunately I did not get to attend Jacobpalooza because I had surgery. You have such a wonderful recounting of the weekend, I felt like I WAS there! Thank you! This was the most wonderful Flosstube, your pictures were perfect! Your stitching is amazing! Although I think you need more WIPS, needleminders, Floss, fabric...it's so great rabbit hole! Please make more Flosstubes! BTW, I have been playing the piano since I was 9 and I am a great grandmother! See you next time.
I Hope your surgery went well and I’m glad I was able to deliver a piece of the retreat experience to you. That is such a compliment 🥰 don’t worry, I will be sure to acquire more and more stash, I don’t need too much convincing 😝 it’s lovely to know another musician stitcher and a great-grandmother! Wow!
This was the best flosstube! Thank you for sharing your experience. New subscriber here 😊
Thank you! ❤
So enjoyed your video. Jacob was one of my first steady flosstube heroes and I love his reproductions. Your enthusiasm is contagious and I sure hope you will continue to make more videos.
Thank you so much. He’s also one of my flosstube favs. When I found him I went back and watched all his videos from the beginning. And yes, there will be more videos!
Thank you SO MUCH for your stories about the retreat! I was interested to hear about Drenthe, having read about it so much in books about Vincent Van Gogh--I devour every book I can find about him. Your stitching is spectacular. Looking forward to more of your Floss Tubes!
Thank so much. I’m not aware of van Gogh’s connection to Drenthe, I will have to do my research 🤓
Such a good video! I wanted to go to this retreat too but hope to go to a similar one in the future! I love your enthusiasm for stitching!
You should! Highly recommended 👍
What a wonderful video!!! Loved every minute. Your stitching is amazing. Keep up the good work.
Thank you so much!
Hi Carmen! I’m the very lucky person who received your gift at the exchange on wknd 2 at Jacob-Palooza. I really treasure the pin cushion, I use it daily. Your video is fantastic, what an experience we all had!
Of course! I’m glad my pincushion went to a good home 😊
Amazing flosstube video, Carmen! You expressed so well what I fell after attending the first weekend /) It was my first retreat and I am so happy it was Jacob Palooza with Evertote 😍❤️
What a great first retreat, right? I definitely want to go to more now….
Thank you for doing this video. It was a great recap and fun watching a few weeks after the retreat. I loved seeing your pieces in person. You’re stitching is beautiful.❤
Thanks so much ❤
Love your video. One of the few times where a long video did not bother me. I watch you while I was working and just love your passion and I'm a big fan of modern folk embroidery, so it was very fun to watch all the pictures and videos. I think you're great and I hope that you do more videos. Very lovely! Thanks!
Thank you so much! Yes, there will be more videos and I’m glad I didn’t put you to sleep with this super long video 😅
Nice to meet you. Heard about you through Brenda and Laura’s flosstube today. You are a natural on here. I usually only have time to watch flosstubes on Sunday afternoons so I have your second one to look forward to next Sunday. Loved your review of the retreat. Glad you were able to go and then share with the rest of us.
Thank you so much for spending your Sunday with me and I’ll see you again next Sunday 😛
Hi Carmen,
Your video was amazing. You really hit it out of the park!!! Your stitching is absolutely exquisite and I would love to know the thread conversion for the holland sampler!
You also touched my heart as you told your story of your ancestors and how beautifully you expressed your gratitude to them. I hope you continue to make lots of floss tubes and share all of your future treasures. Lots of wonderful wishes for you. Gisela
Hi Gisela, thank you so much for your thoughtful comment. I’m glad my video resonated with you! It would be easiest for me to send you the garden of holland conversion through instagram, are you on instagram? I split and repeated some of the colours in the conversion so it’s a bit hard to explain. I’ve been sending a picture of it to everyone who’s been asking for it. I have the same account name on instagram as here: cardamenpins
If you send me a message or comment, I’ll send that off to you!
Thank you for taking the time to make this video about the retreat. Enjoyed it so much, look forward to watching it again.
Glad you enjoyed it ❤
So very happy for you. I would also have to go to a retreat solo- I’ve never been, I don’t have stitchy friends, so it’s encouraging to hear how wonderful a time you had. Incidentally I have played quite a few instruments.
I love the Netherlands, I lived there for four years and my daughter was born there.
Yes, everyone was so nice. I think any table with a free spot would be happy to take you. I hope you get the chance to go on a retreat, it was a great chance to meet likeminded people
I can't wait for Cardypalooza
Lol I wouldn’t hold my breath 😂
Amazing first video! Your enthusiasm is so contagious! Love all your work...so beautiful. Please continue making videos!
Thank you so much! 🥰
Your going to be an awesome flosstuber! Hung on your everyword. I so hope your vision comes true to go to that stitchy shop. Looking forward to your next video. ❤
Thank you so much. I’m sure I can make my visit to the handwerkboetiek happen 🤞
Wonderful video. So appreciate your photos and stories. Your work is amazing. So happy you had such an inspiring weekend.
Thank you so much ❤
Enjoying your 1st Flosstube. For your yellow linen take a look a Mary Morgan by Fox and Rabbit
A good option!
Sarah (Sarah' Stitchy Spot) recommended your Flosstube and I'm so glad she did. You've done some amazing stitching!
Thanks for stopping by 😊
Fabulous video!! I can’t wait see more from you! You’re adorable!!
Aww shucks 🥰 thanks so much, more videos to come!
Great video! I really enjoyed seeing your excitement about attending the retreat. I am happy for you. I wish I could attend.
Yes, I was very excited about it ☺️ hopefully you’ll be able to go to the next one!
Thank you so much for doing this, and please do more floss tubes ❤
I Will ❤
Carmen, you are amazing! Your stitching is beautiful, and I love your enthusiasm. Also thank you for "taking" us to the retreat. It sounds amazing.
Did you know that Nicola Parkman is doing a workshop in May in the Cincinnati area? It might be within driving distance for you.
Looking forward to your next video.
Thank you so much. I wish so much that I could go, I have so much admiration for Nicola. Unfortunately it’s not possible for me at this time but maybe one day!
I was at weekend 1 and totally want all the boats. 🤣
This was just excellent and I thoroughly enjoyed it. In fact, this was the best recap of a retreat that I've ever seen. And that it was about Jacob and MFE, which made it so special. I am really hoping that you make more videos!
Best recap video? Oh my, what an honour! I watched a video by Pam and Steph where they recapped stitchcon 2022 and it was super thorough (and long 😅) I LOVED it and really appreciated being able to feel like I was there so that was definitely a big inspiration for this video. And yes! more videos to come ❤
🦉Loved all your shares! Welcome to the floss tube community!
Thank you so much 😊
Sarah recommended your Flosstube, so I had to watch. Great first video! Floral Motif Sampler by The Scarlett House, which I’m stitching right now, would look fabulous on Autumn Gold by xJuDesigns! Happy stitching! 🧵🪡
I love that sampler! I hadn’t thought of it on a yellow. Thanks for the suggestion
Seriously?!! You really need to keep us updated on the Vierlande Sampler! Really enjoyed your video, your enthusiasm and your skill! Don't stop with one...
Don’t worry, I’m planning on making more 😊
Oh my word! Thankyou, Thankyou for your wonderful video. I have certainly lived vicariously through you; the retreat sounded amazing. I live in the UK so the cost was prohibitive for me, but you made me feel like I experienced too.
I’m so glad you could get a bit of the retreat experience through my video ❤ I’m pretty sure Jacob is going to be at a retreat in the UK next year. It’s called big stitch retreat, maybe interesting for you!
Hi! Great video! I wanted to tell you that I find A LOT of Fiber On A Whim has a REAL GREEN TINT -I learned about it while I was at a needlework store and they just got a pretty big or of this pretty linen - SO MANY had that tint. NOT SURE if that is true for all batches or not. I do LOVE FOAW though!😊💖
Yes, I’ve noticed this too. I find a lot of blackbird models seem to be stitched on a green ground so I’m holding on to my foaw for some of those charts. I love foaw too!
Welcome to Flosstube! So jealous that you were able to go on a retreat with Jacob!!
I think I’m just about the luckiest girl in the world to have been able to meet him! It sounds like he’s open to doing more retreats, I’m pretty sure he’s going to big stitch retreat in the uk next year and maybe another one with Evertote in 5 years. I don’t know where in the world you are, but hopefully you have the chance to go one day too! Highly recommended 👍
Oh my Carmen, what a wonderful recap 👏, It felt like I was there with you, and I immediately pushed the subscribe button.
I can hardly believe that this was your first FlossTube video, you’re so genuine and at ease.
I know it’s a lot of work making and editing videos, but I do hope that you’ll be able to make more 🤞
Lovely to meet you, and meanwhile, accept my sincere greetings from Montréal 🍁🇨🇦 - Happy stitching 🧵🪡
Thank you so much! I definitely have some improvement to make in the editing department, all my photos showed up on screen about 20 seconds late 🤦♀️ haha, you live and you learn 😂 great to know that there are more stitchers in Quebec! There was one other woman I met at the retreat from Montreal as well. So far, you’re the only ones I know of!
Lovely video! I hope you decide to do more. I know you said SALs weren’t your favorite, but I am doing one with Soed Idee & it’s a freebie! I loved hearing all the details of your trip and seeing all of your beautiful work & the antiques!
Yes, I’ve seen their freebies here and there. I will take a better look, thanks!
Thank you for sharing your video diary of the retreat. Your stitching is so lovely. I would be interested in your floss conversion of the Garden in Holland project. I really liked your choices of the greens. I hope you will share your trip to the Netherlands we take with your mom.
Yes, I hope to go to some LnS in the Netherlands when I’m there and hopefully get some photo and video. I’ll just have to explain to my mom what flosstube is, she’ll be so confused 😂 for the garden of holland sampler, do you have instagram? It’s easiest for me to send it to you there, I’ve been sending a picture of my conversion to everyone who’s asked as I split and combine a few of the colours and it’s a bit hard to explain. My account on instagram is the same as on UA-cam: cardamenpins
Allo des Cantons de l'Est!!!! I'm so glad to have discovered your flosstube!! I'm a big fan of Jacob and the team at Evertote!!! I can't wait to start the holliday countdown. Will you participate? I was not able to go to the retreat as it was too close from a conference at work, but your video made me feel the experience!!! And you are so lively as a person!! I had an idea that you were from Québec by the way you prononce French words. Maybe, with other stitchers, we could make a local chapter? I can't wait for your next video.
Yes, I’m doing the holiday countdown but with my own conversion, I didn’t get the flosses. I’m in Quebec City but it’s good to know that there are more stitchers in Quebec! I met one stitcher from Montreal at the retreat.
This was delightful! I adore your excitement....but I still can't figure out how you stitch SO FAST! I have the exact same story for getting back into cross stitch after I was younger. Everything back then, that I knew about, was just not my style. Then recently I randomly came across MFE....and that was it! Right back into cross-stitch again. Thanks for posting this!!
Yeah I’m kind of annoyed with myself that I stopped all those years ago… think of how many more finishes we would have by now 😂 If we only knew how much more was out there…
@@cardamenpins I know, right?!
You're my Daniel!
Those are some big shoes to fill!
@@cardamenpins you got it ♡
Your number one pick was also mine of his antiques!
Yes, it was definitely a fan favourite 😍😍😍
Carmen, Sarah of SewmeSarah highly recommended you and we are rushing over to meet you❤ Hello and welcome to flosstube❣ What joy you impart!!!
Thank you so much! It was so kind of Sarah to give me that shoutout ❤
Hello and Thank You so much for your lovely video. I do hope that you make more. Loved your enthusiasm and know how you feel about finding samplers that come from some place that is part of your heritage. I too was searching for samplers that come from my home town of Dresden Germany. I did find some and learned that they have an exhibit in one of the museums in Dresden that could look at should I ever visit. I also love the history of all of the samplers...all so very interesting. I have not been to a retreat yet but hope to go next Spring to the Evertote retreat. Maybe you will be there too. Thanks again💕
Thank you for your comment. I hope you have the chance to see (and maybe even stitch) some of these samplers from Dresden. The personal aspect is so powerful. I won’t be able to go to stitch North, unfortunately 😢 but hopefully you will! You will love the experience!