Here's a link to the blog so you can follow along: www.sewthedistance.com/blog/countdown-to-christmas-2024 I update it the day after each video airs. ❤
The mat scrubbers are so cute but I've never seen them before, so it will be interesting to see how they work. Thanks for all your tips regarding the embroidery and especially your thoughts on the frame! If I end up using it, I'll probably use the embroidery hoop screw as my hanger. I've done that in the past when using a hoop as a frame, so we'll see how that works. I love how yours turned out, so I'm eager to get started on mine.
Embroidery piece turned out really pretty. I don't know how you manage to squeeze in everything you do between the filming, editing & projects. Thanks for sharing!
Thank you! This one was pretty fast. It took about two hours total to make, and I could do it while watching TV, but other projects like the house quilt from Day 4 are a bit more challenging to do! Also, since Sew The Distance is my full-time job, it is part of the gig. ❤️
Great job on the embroidery. I too like the frame you found. Mat scrubber is awesome for dry cleaning your mat, taking threads off clothes or cleaning the lint off the brush you use to clean your sewing machine.
Love your embroidery! I have a mat scrubber from another box and it is in a drawer and I always forget to use it. I always use a scrub daddy then a microfiber cloth after. Habits are hard to change sometimes even with new fun items!
Many thanks for the tips for yesterday's gift. I liked the idea of stitching around the edges of the fabric and get a round glass to make a trivet instead of hanging the design. Plus, making a quilt out of embroidery square is also a great idea. Just a great day. Till tomorrow.
The way I finish my emb in a hoop is once it is finished, I place a piece of material the same size as the pattern on the back of the project and then hoop. Then I trim along the edge of the hoop so that it is flush with the hoop. So when you look at the back you don't see the back of your project.
I also do that. Sometimes I use a lightweight fusible interfacing on the back before the final hooping and trimming, especially if I think the fabric can use a little more body.
Kris… 2 comments, food you make your Santa hat,? It’s darling!! And, did you see your beads on the snowflake as you were making it or afterwards. I love that project, haven’t done mine yet tho
So I think if you’re going to use the frame sent with yesterday’s project you should cut the excess fabric away from the hoop and then put the hoop in the frame. Thanks for your videos and keep taking time to sew!!
That's a good idea, although the frame opening is the exact same size as the hoop, so you may want to leave a bit extra so the edges don't poke through. I hope that makes sense. You are so welcome! YES! Take some time to sew! 🥰
Wow! Well done for getting the snowflake done already and it is gorgeous!. I would possible trim and lightly lace the back to secure it but it looks amazing
I really enjoy your channel and I have looked forward to watching your advent box opening videos every day. Your enthusiasm and excitement on finding something special is so infectious that you make me dissolve with laughter.
I like to make the projects so I can offer opinions and advice on them. Also, Sew The Distance is my full-time job, so I do work 40+ hours a week at it. That makes a difference. This project was pretty easy overall. It only took me about 2 hours to make in all. It's a fun one! Quilt projects are a lot harder to get done, like Day 4's project. I did get the quilt top finished (shown in Day 5), but I still haven't quilted it yet.
The scrubbie things are interesting, though I'll probably lose them immediately, lol. I was excited for the frame but became a little disappointed when I found there were recessed ones. I think I'd use one of those stands you put plates on for this one.
Thank you for the embroidery tips-to use long stitches. I enjoy opening my box along side your videos. Your enthusiasm and my cup of coffee get me moving every morning in December. Merry Christmas Kris!
The snowflake is beautiful! I agree I’m not super excited about the frame but may mount it another way! I do use the Scrub Daddy to clean my mats. I have one mat specifically for batting and one for fabric. I’m excited to see how these work!❤
I'm so glad you liked the snowflake! I am really excited to try those scrubbies on my mats. What a great idea to have one mat for fabric and one for batting. Batting really does make a mess, doesn't it? Great tip!
A cookie stamp ! LOL. But seriously I bet it would work for that. Very cool gadget ❤ Nice work on the snowflake it turned out very cute. I love snowflakes and snow people. I agree with you on the frame but it is still pretty. I am going to ask my husband to try to make the kind of frame you talked about after Christmas. It will give him a challenge with the router bits I got him. Lol Love opening gifts with you and your commentaries. Even when you aren’t in favor of the gift you do so in a positive way. Other channels aren’t as …….. diplomatic maybe is the word ? Anyway thank you for that. And sharing your talents, love your channel❤
🤣 The cookie stamp made me laugh! You could use it for that! 🤣 Thank you! I love the way this come out. I did ask my husband if he could use his router on the frame we got, but it is actually the same depth (width?) as the hoop! That's a no-go! Maybe he will make one. Hmmm. I will have to ask! Thank you! I understand going in that I am not going to love them all, but this box is meant for the masses. I just love the surprise! LOL! Thank you so much for your kind words and for watching my videos. I really appreciate it!
Never used these cute little scrubbies. I tested the suction cups on back but they don’t work when dry. Maybe they need to have some moisture on them (? ) I didn’t try that yet. How pretty your embroidery turned out! Love it! Worked on mine last night for a bit. Am thinking about trimming some of the fabric off the back afterwards because I don’t particularly like it all bunched up, even though it won’t be seen. And adding some felt to a circle made from some ridged stabilizer I have on hand for a finished look on the back. We’ll see! Very curious about tomorrow’s gift, feels like a box inside the bag, which “puzzles” me since so far the “box” has been the wrapper. haha
Thank you so much! That's a good idea. The hoop is the exact size of the hole in the frame, so I was a bit concerned about trimming it down. Just a thought. It is a weird mounting design. LOL! Love your hints! So funny! Could be!
Your embroidery turned out very nice. I agree on the frame, not the best design. I worry about the elastic loosing its elasticity. I’m with you, no clue for tomorrow. There should be an ornament on one of the days.
I'm really enjoying your count down videos, it's fun to feel like I'm opening my gift with a friend. I especially appreciate the cost breakdown - it's nice to feel like we are getting a bargain! Did you make your hat, that is adorable.
I am thrilled that you are doing this with me! YAY! That's always my goal--to make this a community event and to have some fun. I did make my hat! I got the pattern on Etsy. It is fun, isn't it?
Thank you! I didn't do a video on it. I got the pattern on Etsy. I would share the pattern, but it wasn't a great pattern. I may have to come up with a better pattern for next year!
Your snowflake turned out so cute. Yes, embroidery kits are a bit costly but thankfully most designers offer just the pattern also. Embroidery, beads, and snowflakes? 100% would purchase if It went into the shop but like you I don’t know about the frame itself. Love the color and width but It seems like it’s made to change out the hoop design throughout the year maybe?
If you have a self-healing mat, not scrubbing it to remove the lint, threads, fuzz, contributes to its breaking down & having to replace mat for accurate cutting. The mat can't heal itself if it's full of thready stuff so it stays open & breaks down. Also, not removing the stuff, then transfers it onto the next fabric, so you can get loose threads on it & into your piecing. Also dust & dirt accumulate on it, transferring to the next fabric. Are you weird? Nah! But spending money on equipment, tools, notions, & not regularly maintaining them, can be stressful when you need an item & it's not fully functional.
It is nice! Although they did have other quilt-related items on days 4, 5, 6, 7, 10, and 11. Not bad! I will break all of that down at the end. I love seeing how many consumables, branded items, etc. that we get.
Yep! We paid (myself included) $190.75 here in the United States. I show a running total with this amount in the video. You can see it starting here: ua-cam.com/video/_2FWJQb8Dmc/v-deo.htmlsi=7ZBSfT5lB5UreNwz&t=303 I also have it on my blog. Hope this helps!
@@SewtheDistance Sorry I was talking about what did MSQ say the actual value (better word) of the box was. I believe they said the box was worth whatever but we were paying 200 dollars. I usually try to see if I can get up to what they say the value of the box is. I hope that helps.
It's beautiful but I can't believe they gave no backing for it. To finish it up so sloppy...that's not even finished. If this is something you showed to someone and they turned it over...I'd be so embarrassed. I'm not talking about how you did it...I mean what they gave you to work with. (The frame, fabric etc is fine but overall it's not MSQC quality IMO. Maybe tomorrow are the coasters. With Chuck's pic on them.
I know what you mean! I want to have something to cover the back. It is an interesting one. I do love how it looks from the front. 😀 Great guess about tomorrow!
Right on MSQC and other sites. 🤷🏻♀️ Here's a few: cleverpoppy.com/products/floral-rainbow-sampler-embroidery-kit?variant=42956161122498&country=US¤cy=USD&tw_source=google&tw_adid=700747675408&tw_campaign=21336292765&gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQiA0--6BhCBARIsADYqyL_E7la1b3WgEQ00LWS1zR2tiGvUlNr_ApIqsncmqIBvZTHhYu_Lx1IaArvMEALw_wcB shop.stitchedstories.com/products/beginner-childs-embroidery-kit www.etsy.com/listing/1779241703/midnight-forest-embroidery-kit-7-hoop?ga_order=most_relevant&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_search_query=embroidery+kits&ref=sr_gallery-1-4&pop=1&sts=1&content_source=a9a37ab483eec18d6937a857af0eedfd9b7c62a9%253A1779241703&organic_search_click=1 Hope this helps!
Here's a link to the blog so you can follow along: www.sewthedistance.com/blog/countdown-to-christmas-2024
I update it the day after each video airs. ❤
@@SewtheDistance thanks!
The mat scrubbers are so cute but I've never seen them before, so it will be interesting to see how they work. Thanks for all your tips regarding the embroidery and especially your thoughts on the frame! If I end up using it, I'll probably use the embroidery hoop screw as my hanger. I've done that in the past when using a hoop as a frame, so we'll see how that works. I love how yours turned out, so I'm eager to get started on mine.
It is lovely 🎉
Love the patchwork santa hat!
That design is nice!
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Embroidery piece turned out really pretty. I don't know how you manage to squeeze in everything you do between the filming, editing & projects. Thanks for sharing!
Would like a demo of the stitching and adding the beads
Thank you! This one was pretty fast. It took about two hours total to make, and I could do it while watching TV, but other projects like the house quilt from Day 4 are a bit more challenging to do! Also, since Sew The Distance is my full-time job, it is part of the gig. ❤️
MSQC have a bunch of tutorial on that. Here's a link to a playlist: ua-cam.com/video/lS7A-BtxDZQ/v-deo.html
I hope that helps!
That is a lovely project!
I use a scrapper on both my cutting mat and wool ironing mat.
Oh, that's a good idea! I didn't think of it for the wool mat. Thanks!
I really enjoy watch your videos and have recommended them to my friends who bought Jenny’s box. Keep up the good work!
Great job on the embroidery. I too like the frame you found. Mat scrubber is awesome for dry cleaning your mat, taking threads off clothes or cleaning the lint off the brush you use to clean your sewing machine.
Thank you!
I agree! Those little mat scrubbers are so handy and can do so much!
Love your embroidery! I have a mat scrubber from another box and it is in a drawer and I always forget to use it. I always use a scrub daddy then a microfiber cloth after. Habits are hard to change sometimes even with new fun items!
Do you wet the scrub daddy?
YES! That's me, too! I love using a microfiber cloth. I forgot to mention that. They are okay. Not something I need or really want.
Many thanks for the tips for yesterday's gift. I liked the idea of stitching around the edges of the fabric and get a round glass to make a trivet instead of hanging the design. Plus, making a quilt out of embroidery square is also a great idea. Just a great day. Till tomorrow.
So glad this is helpful! See you tomorrow!
That embroidery kit turned out beautiful! Day 14 is either an iron or a clapper set.
The way I finish my emb in a hoop is once it is finished, I place a piece of material the same size as the pattern on the back of the project and then hoop. Then I trim along the edge of the hoop so that it is flush with the hoop. So when you look at the back you don't see the back of your project.
I also do that. Sometimes I use a lightweight fusible interfacing on the back before the final hooping and trimming, especially if I think the fabric can use a little more body.
Neat! Mat Scrubbers ! Two of them! Cute ones, too! They work great. Use them as is.
They are great! I can't wait to use them!
Kris… 2 comments, food you make your Santa hat,? It’s darling!! And, did you see your beads on the snowflake as you were making it or afterwards. I love that project, haven’t done mine yet tho
So I think if you’re going to use the frame sent with yesterday’s project you should cut the excess fabric away from the hoop and then put the hoop in the frame. Thanks for your videos and keep taking time to sew!!
That's a good idea, although the frame opening is the exact same size as the hoop, so you may want to leave a bit extra so the edges don't poke through. I hope that makes sense.
You are so welcome! YES! Take some time to sew! 🥰
I really like the frame you showed better!! I'm going to be working on mine this weekend!! Thank you so much for sharing!!
You are so welcome! Have fun! This project is great!
the mat scrubbers are really cute. I’ve no thoughts on what tomorrow’s gift could be - other than some form of storage.
Good job on the embroidery. The mat scrubbers are cute. They don't need to be wet, dry is good. Thanks for sharing!❤
Thank you! Great tip, too!
I'm glad you are enjoying the countdown!
Wow! Well done for getting the snowflake done already and it is gorgeous!. I would possible trim and lightly lace the back to secure it but it looks amazing
Thank you so much!
Ohhhh, I love that idea! Good thinking!
I really enjoy your channel and I have looked forward to watching your advent box opening videos every day. Your enthusiasm and excitement on finding something special is so infectious that you make me dissolve with laughter.
Thank you! I'm so glad my excitement is contagious! It makes this even more fun for me. 😀
It's a wooden block to set your embroidery on! Ha, or a pretend fireplace
You finished it already. Wow 😮. It would be in my ufos. 😂 it is a beautiful design.
I like to make the projects so I can offer opinions and advice on them. Also, Sew The Distance is my full-time job, so I do work 40+ hours a week at it. That makes a difference. This project was pretty easy overall. It only took me about 2 hours to make in all. It's a fun one! Quilt projects are a lot harder to get done, like Day 4's project. I did get the quilt top finished (shown in Day 5), but I still haven't quilted it yet.
I paid $6.99 for a mat scrubber. They are a great tool to have and use😊
That's interesting! I am going to research it, so this helps! Thank you!
Love it that you wear something different Christmas everyday.
Oh, I'm trying to! I love celebrating the season! ❤️
I loved the project but not as much the frame. I will probably sew this into a small bag of some kind.
I have seen those frames. It fans out looking so professionally framed. Beautiful!
They are! I am going to get one, for sure!
The scrubbie things are interesting, though I'll probably lose them immediately, lol. I was excited for the frame but became a little disappointed when I found there were recessed ones. I think I'd use one of those stands you put plates on for this one.
That's a great idea! I love that!
I was thinking of a plate stand too!
Thank you for the embroidery tips-to use long stitches. I enjoy opening my box along side your videos. Your enthusiasm and my cup of coffee get me moving every morning in December. Merry Christmas Kris!
YAYYY! You are so welcome! I love that you are enjoying your morning coffee with me! Thank you so much!
Merry Christmas to you, too!
The snowflake is beautiful! I agree I’m not super excited about the frame but may mount it another way! I do use the Scrub Daddy to clean my mats. I have one mat specifically for batting and one for fabric. I’m excited to see how these work!❤
I'm so glad you liked the snowflake! I am really excited to try those scrubbies on my mats.
What a great idea to have one mat for fabric and one for batting. Batting really does make a mess, doesn't it? Great tip!
A cookie stamp ! LOL. But seriously I bet it would work for that. Very cool gadget ❤ Nice work on the snowflake it turned out very cute. I love snowflakes and snow people. I agree with you on the frame but it is still pretty. I am going to ask my husband to try to make the kind of frame you talked about after Christmas. It will give him a challenge with the router bits I got him. Lol Love opening gifts with you and your commentaries. Even when you aren’t in favor of the gift you do so in a positive way. Other channels aren’t as …….. diplomatic maybe is the word ? Anyway thank you for that. And sharing your talents, love your channel❤
🤣 The cookie stamp made me laugh! You could use it for that! 🤣
Thank you! I love the way this come out. I did ask my husband if he could use his router on the frame we got, but it is actually the same depth (width?) as the hoop! That's a no-go! Maybe he will make one. Hmmm. I will have to ask!
Thank you! I understand going in that I am not going to love them all, but this box is meant for the masses. I just love the surprise! LOL!
Thank you so much for your kind words and for watching my videos. I really appreciate it!
The embroidery snowflake turned out beautiful no clue what tomorrow could be
Thank you! I love it, too! Can't wait for tomorrow!
Wonderful gift today! Love them! ❤
They are great! Can't wait to try them.
I use a pink eraser to "scrub" my mat...wonder if these are better???? For day 14, I guess a travel iron.
Ohhh! I will have to try that! Great tips! Thank you!
Love that guess! That would be great!
Hi Kris, these scrubbers are very nice. will get used.
I like them, too! Great items!
I LOVE the embroidery Snowflake! So pretty! And, mat scrubbers are adorable & oh so useful!🫶🎄🫶
P.S.
Happy FriYAY the 13th❤️
Thank you!
Oh, it is, isn't it! ❤️
I have a guess for tomorrow's gift! (I rarely have a clue, but I can guarantee it is NOT chocolates!)
Can't wait to find out!
Never used these cute little scrubbies. I tested the suction cups on back but they don’t work when dry. Maybe they need to have some moisture on them (? ) I didn’t try that yet. How pretty your embroidery turned out! Love it! Worked on mine last night for a bit. Am thinking about trimming some of the fabric off the back afterwards because I don’t particularly like it all bunched up, even though it won’t be seen. And adding some felt to a circle made from some ridged stabilizer I have on hand for a finished look on the back. We’ll see! Very curious about tomorrow’s gift, feels like a box inside the bag, which “puzzles” me since so far the “box” has been the wrapper. haha
Thank you so much!
That's a good idea. The hoop is the exact size of the hole in the frame, so I was a bit concerned about trimming it down. Just a thought. It is a weird mounting design.
LOL! Love your hints! So funny! Could be!
Thx.
You're welcome!
Never used the mat cleaner but it is practical.
Very practical. Like socks in your stocking. 😀
Your embroidery turned out very nice. I agree on the frame, not the best design. I worry about the elastic loosing its elasticity. I’m with you, no clue for tomorrow. There should be an ornament on one of the days.
Yes, I think the frame will be a bit tricky to use for a long time. That's a great guess for tomorrow!
Good morning. ❤
Good morning to you, too!
I'm really enjoying your count down videos, it's fun to feel like I'm opening my gift with a friend. I especially appreciate the cost breakdown - it's nice to feel like we are getting a bargain! Did you make your hat, that is adorable.
I am thrilled that you are doing this with me! YAY! That's always my goal--to make this a community event and to have some fun.
I did make my hat! I got the pattern on Etsy. It is fun, isn't it?
I love your hat today! Did you do a video? Or share , it’s adorable
Thank you! I didn't do a video on it. I got the pattern on Etsy. I would share the pattern, but it wasn't a great pattern. I may have to come up with a better pattern for next year!
Your snowflake turned out so cute. Yes, embroidery kits are a bit costly but thankfully most designers offer just the pattern also. Embroidery, beads, and snowflakes? 100% would purchase if It went into the shop but like you I don’t know about the frame itself. Love the color and width but It seems like it’s made to change out the hoop design throughout the year maybe?
Oh, that's an interesting idea! A pattern/kit a year would be fun! I hope that's what they are doing!
Love Chuck the Duck! I don't scrub my mat; am I weird?
If you have a self-healing mat, not scrubbing it to remove the lint, threads, fuzz, contributes to its breaking down & having to replace mat for accurate cutting. The mat can't heal itself if it's full of thready stuff so it stays open & breaks down. Also, not removing the stuff, then transfers it onto the next fabric, so you can get loose threads on it & into your piecing. Also dust & dirt accumulate on it, transferring to the next fabric.
Are you weird? Nah! But spending money on equipment, tools, notions, & not regularly maintaining them, can be stressful when you need an item & it's not fully functional.
@@marinaabad4995 Thank you! I will develop a new habit!
I don't think you are weird at all! It does help extend the life of your mat, but in no means do you have to do it. 🥰
@@marinaabad4995thank you for the information!! I never realized everything that can happen to your mat.
FINALLY something quilt-related!
It is nice! Although they did have other quilt-related items on days 4, 5, 6, 7, 10, and 11. Not bad! I will break all of that down at the end. I love seeing how many consumables, branded items, etc. that we get.
Supposed to take outer frame off
Nope. It’s supposed to say on according to the directions. 🤷🏻♀️
They suction right to your mat
Interesting! I would think that would get in the way, but I will try it. Thanks for the tip!
Do you have any idea how many of these Advent boxes she sold? I would die if I was hired to wrap each package. Lol
Do you remember what the actual price of box as MQS said was? We should be aiming for that price?
Yep! We paid (myself included) $190.75 here in the United States. I show a running total with this amount in the video. You can see it starting here: ua-cam.com/video/_2FWJQb8Dmc/v-deo.htmlsi=7ZBSfT5lB5UreNwz&t=303
I also have it on my blog. Hope this helps!
@@SewtheDistance Sorry I was talking about what did MSQ say the actual value (better word) of the box was. I believe they said the box was worth whatever but we were paying 200 dollars. I usually try to see if I can get up to what they say the value of the box is. I hope that helps.
Very pretty I agree not a fan of the make ship frame .
Yep. That bugs me some, but I do love the project.
It's beautiful but I can't believe they gave no backing for it. To finish it up so sloppy...that's not even finished. If this is something you showed to someone and they turned it over...I'd be so embarrassed. I'm not talking about how you did it...I mean what they gave you to work with. (The frame, fabric etc is fine but overall it's not MSQC quality IMO. Maybe tomorrow are the coasters. With Chuck's pic on them.
I know what you mean! I want to have something to cover the back. It is an interesting one. I do love how it looks from the front. 😀
Great guess about tomorrow!
I don't know where you searched for embroidery kits but that was too high even with the frame sorry
Right on MSQC and other sites. 🤷🏻♀️ Here's a few:
cleverpoppy.com/products/floral-rainbow-sampler-embroidery-kit?variant=42956161122498&country=US¤cy=USD&tw_source=google&tw_adid=700747675408&tw_campaign=21336292765&gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQiA0--6BhCBARIsADYqyL_E7la1b3WgEQ00LWS1zR2tiGvUlNr_ApIqsncmqIBvZTHhYu_Lx1IaArvMEALw_wcB
shop.stitchedstories.com/products/beginner-childs-embroidery-kit
www.etsy.com/listing/1779241703/midnight-forest-embroidery-kit-7-hoop?ga_order=most_relevant&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_search_query=embroidery+kits&ref=sr_gallery-1-4&pop=1&sts=1&content_source=a9a37ab483eec18d6937a857af0eedfd9b7c62a9%253A1779241703&organic_search_click=1
Hope this helps!
I really enjoy watch your videos and have recommended them to my friends who bought Jenny’s box. Keep up the good work!
Thank you so much! I really appreciate that!