Hi Andrew😊 welcome. I'm a quilter as well, so I knew what the water soilibile was. Thank you for showing your sweatshirt.. I was rubbing my head on how to stitch on it. I make t-shirt quilts and use a stabilizer on the back. I have a Mira that is a witch, but I'm not there yet in my stitching. But I like Autumn Lane Forest... I'm stitching The fruit of Plenty as I watch you.
Hi Andrew - loved your 1st video and looking forward to more. The Earth Goddess's dress looks like that fabric you just bought. Do a floss toss on it with the floss when you get it and see if that would work. I have seen other flosstubers stitching that and it is really beautiful done up. Good luck. The Celtic ladies - you could do the first one in the season you decide to do them and then take the rest as you feel.
Welcome to Floss Tube! You had me at waste canvas and cross stitching on sweatshirts! That brought back memories! You should try a full coverage HAED (Heaven and Earth Design) project after Sailor Moon. 25 ct easy grid and Pattern Keeper makes full coverage much easier! Subscribed! Theresa Little Stitcher and Chris are 2 of my favorite people on Floss Tube!
Thank you so much! It is fun stitching those sweatshirts! I do have HAED's coming in the future (waiting on the kits to arrive), but not sure when I'll start them! Glad you enjoyed the video!
Welcome to flosstube! Great first video. I did a sweatshirt or two with waste canvas a long time ago. I might have to try the water soluble stuff. Looking forward to your next video.
Lavender in lace ladyes i just remember that stitchy mummy ( Sara) is stitching those together. I am doing my first Bella Filipina right now....the mad teaparty ❣️ how cool its to stitch in the sweater, never seen before , you are soo clever! The dimensions kitt Lady , Suki the brown eyes stitcher almost done with that. Looking forward to follow you! ( i have stitch some of the animal ,in year in the woods.....have all serie) greetings from Norway 🇳🇴Gurli
Hi Gurli! Someone else mentioned that Stitchin Mommy is doing them all together. I need to go find that video! I've watched her before, but didn't see her stitching those. I'm glad you enjoyed the sweatshirt! Good luck with your animals, I'd love to see your progress!
Thank you for sharing with us. UA-cam suggested your channel to me. I wanted to comment on your 12 count Sailor Moon piece. You mentioned using 3 strands for it was super tough because you vouldn't use loop start.....but you *can* use loop start, with 1 strand, 2 strand variegated, 3 strands, any number of strands. Do a youtube search for 1 strand loop start, and use the same method for 3 strands. It works well for any number of strands. Hope this helps. I am glad to follow another newtuber...welcome to Flosstuberverse.
Welcome to floss tube great video. Ive stitched the celtic ladies but not the xmas one, so would love to see you do that. We have similar tastes and done half the cottage garden sampling year in the woods. Had to go and find their new house release. Oh dear youve enabled me to sign up for them to be sent to me each month😊 looking forward to your next flosstube
Welcome to Flosstube!! Janet is seriously the best! She's exactly the same in person. Check out Megan, Georgia Girl Stitching for Lavender and Lace Celtic ladies. She is doing a conversion on one that is more teals than the original. I am a runner on a hiatus... I've never done the Disney Challenges, but I did participate in Runner's World Festival in Bethlehem, PA. It was a Trail Run, 5k, 10k, and Half marathon over 3 days.
Thank you so much! I have seen Georgia Girl Stitching's Lavender and Lace and it's going to be amazing. She's great as well! Congratulations on the Festival in Bethlehem. That's such an accomplishment!
I used to do cross stitch on waste canvas on sweatshirts for my kids, many years ago (late 80’s,90’s). I saved all the pieces and gave them to my kids when they started having kids and my DIL sent my a picture of my grandson earring one of my son’s sweatshirts. And it happened to be a Leisure Arts teddy bears one with them in a wagon
Oh that is so cool! That must have been such a nice moment to see your grandson wearing the sweatshirt again! I do wish we still had ours, but I think we wore those sweatshirts out because we wore them everywhere ha. Thank you for sharing :)
Loved your video! I am a retired runner, but had to give it up after 3 decades; my 70 year old knees just can’t do it anymore. I subscribed and am looking forward to your next video!
Thank you so much! Yes, I'm sure my knees will do the same eventually... bad knees run in the family. Congratulations on your 3 decade running career though! That is so impressive! Glad you enjoyed the video!
The owl is so cute. He’s there forever. But great job. Waste canvas is better. But mill hill is fun. Lots of kits to pick from. Only 3 strands of threads. I’ve done 2 at times, some times it ok. Just play.
Thank you! 😊. I'm glad you enjoyed the video! I've been playing with different number of strands to figure out what I like best. Mill Hills are so fun!
Andrew, your stitching is AHHMAZING! You don’t give yourself nearly enough credit! I love your enthusiasm for cross stitching and your bravery to challenge yourself! Good for you!
Welcome! Thanks for your video! W/R/T Beading, I can't remember any of my beading projects (including several Mirabilias) that ask for 2 threads to attach beads. One thread is PLENTY and will hold the bead on fine. Even on my ornaments that get handled a lot, I use only one thread, but when it is a pillow, ornament or anything that gets handled a lot, i go the extra mile and tie my thread when ending/tucking just to be sure nothing comes loose. One small knot with one thread will not show on the front. Some stitchers always iron on interfacing to lock everything in, but I am lazy, if I know my finish will be handled a lot, I knot as I go along with the beads. Everything you have done looks wonderful so far! Please keep sharing!
Thank you so much, I'm glad you enjoyed. Appreciate all the advice! I did think it was odd to do 2 strands for the beads on the ornament kit. Excited and nervous to get started on a larger beading project!
Thank you so much! I'm glad you enjoyed the sweatshirts :). I hope to do more clothing stitching in the future too. In one of my more recent episodes, I finally got around to starting Gaia so you'll see the fabric I chose! Hope you enjoy the channel!
If you want positivity, a calming voice and amazing stitching, you must watch Lost in Stitches without a doubt her cross stitch journey is one of a kind!
So glad to find you! My FT buddy told me to come and watch you because like you, I'm a cross stitcher and a runner! I'm an ultra runner here in Australia and I have yet to find another person who is as crazy about running and cross stitch as I am. I've found a kindred spirit! Looking forward to sharing your stitching journey with you.
Hello and nice to meet you! So happy to hear there are other runnerstitchers out there! I haven't done any ultras, but I am always impressed by people who do. Glad you enjoyed the video!
I'm new to cross stitching as of Jan 4th 2024, and I've really enjoyed it. I just found you and subbed right away. I adore your channel and am obsessed with the sweater. Great Job.
Welcome to the stitching community! You are going to love it and I'm glad you're enjoying it already. Thank you for the kind words! I had a lot of fun making the sweatshirts and I'm excited to see where my stitching journey takes me! I still feel like a newbie as well, but if you have any questions, don't hesitate to ask. Welcome and Happy stitching!
My goodness, you are a prolific stitcher! Lovely choices and beautiful work. Sarah's Stitchy Spot just recommended your channel and I like to start at the beginning of a stitcher's journey. I am looking forward to watching all of your videos.
Oh thank you so much! Welcome to the channel! I had a lovely time meeting Sarah and am so happy to call her my friend! I'm glad you enjoyed the projects. I definitely have a wide variety of things going on but I hope you enjoy going on the journey with me! Happy stitching!
Great video, welcome Andrew. A big saying is stitch what you love, so for your lavendar and lace, pick your favorite.. or pick your least favorite so you will want to do the others still. Ha ha, sorry, I'm no help. I bought the entire year in the woods series. I totally understand. I've never heard of water soluble canvas. I stopped your video and put it in my cart. You are well on your way to enabling us! Thanks for sharing.
Hello, Andrew, welcome to the cross stitch community. I just love your sweatshirt, what a great idea! I'm definitely going to stitch one! Just a polite request. Could you keep the camera on each of your projects a bit longer so I could enjoy looking at the details, colours, etc. It's like going to a gallery, standing in front of a beautiful painting and studying its details. I like your projects, very pretty.
Thank you so much! Definitely let me know if you start a sweatshirt for yourself. Thank you for the tip! I will try to remember to keep the projects up a bit longer :)
I'm a firm believer that when you want to, you're likely ready - it's only x's and time. If a Mirabilia is calling your name, go for it! My first knitted pair of socks had a different pattern for the front and a different pattern for the back of socks. It was what called to me and what made me enjoy what I was doing.
Also, many years ago, I did a color conversion for Celtic Winter - I didn't love that it was the only non-purple one of the four, so I made it purple. I started with Spring. :)
@@therunnerstitcher Thanks! It was a labor of love - it was the last pattern released and basically a dupe of Celtic Christmas, so I made a lot of changes. But it and the other seasons hang in my home office. :) (Plus Mirabilia's Royal Holiday)
Well done Andrew! Enjoyed your video and seeing all the beautiful stitching. I haven’t done waste canvas for years and love the ides old soluble fabric. I use something like that for embroidery projects. Looking forward to your next video. Happy stitching!
Hello! I sure enjoyed your first flosstube! You did a great job presenting all you cross stitched projects and patterns. I was so surprised to see someone stitching on garments. I did a lot of that back in the 80’s and 90’s. I think you are going to bring lots of memories back to us seniors, and some younger stitchers will give it a try. I am not a runner but I enjoy bike tours. I did run 2 halves which equals one marathon in my mind. Fargo has a great marathon in the spring and Duluth, MN has Grandma’s marathon in June. Good luck to you in both your running and your flosstube. Carmen from Fargo
Hi Carmen, thank you so much! I hope it does inspire people to stitch on clothing as I think it's a great way to finish cross stitch and a great gift! I guess I have my mom to thank for that since she is the one who taught me! 2 halves is a great accomplishment. I also enjoying biking :)
The sweatshirt is adorable and so is the tee! I recommend The Cross Stitching Runner, Kristen, who is an Australian. She converts her photographs to full coverage. They are gorgeous. And you are awesome stitching wonderful gifts for your family❤❤❤
I just found your first floss tube today, and it was so great! I’m hooked and can’t wait to watch them all, and your new ones. I used to run 10k, half and full marathons, and totally lost my fitness when Snowmageddon here in St. John’s , Newfoundland, Canada, and then Covid and just some tough times in life happened. Rediscovering cross stitch the past few months has been helping me so much, and now seeing someone who has a mix of both bringing them such happiness is giving me some real inspiration. And then when your first two FFOs were my two favourite things-a unicorn and an owl!? Thank you so much for sharing your time and beautiful projects and stories!
Aww thank you so much Angela!! Welcome to the channel and I'm so happy you found it and are enjoying the content! That's amazing that you used to run races as well! I totally get that and after Covid it was really tough to get back into things for me to. If you're feeling like you want to you can always just get out for 1 mile as a start :). I definitely enjoy running and then recovering with some stitchy time ha. hope you enjoy the rest of the videos if you get a chance to watch them! Happy stitching!
@@therunnerstitcher Thank you so much for the encouragement and advice! Even though I should know not to start off trying to do too much, it definitely helps to hear it from an advanced runner. I’m really enjoying everything about your videos, and watching them as I stitch. And you’ve put your finger exactly on the biggest thing I need to do to get back on track with the running-the running comes FIRST, THEN the stitching lol. Definitely need to work on the order of operations 👍 ☺️
haha! I definitely like to get out and get my workout first and then recover with stitching :). Helps to at least get some movement first haha. Happy stitching and hope you can get back into things soon!
I am so pleased to have found your channel! Like you, I am a stitcher and a runner. I absolutely love your owl on the sweatshirt - so freaking cute!! All your finished projects look great.
Hi from Melbourne Australia 🇦🇺 I enjoyed your video. You have done a lot of stitching since May. I signed up for the Cottage Garden Samplings Houses too. Look forward to your next video. Take care and happy stitching
Love your video - you are a natural! I enjoyed seeing your projects and I'm so impressed with the variety of things you do. I am also a runner so I'll be here for that as well! How sweet of you to make the sweatshirt for your mom. If you need a stitchy/running friend, I'm here for you!
Greetings from Canada. Do not forget to have at peek at my favorite site in Canada in London On called Evertote. Beautiful shop They dye their fabrics and floss as well. The girls are a treat to watch. Good luck in your run and do not oret to show us the MEDAL Have a super day. Coco
excellent first recording. You might like stitching mommy. She has a wide variety of projects. She did a september wip parade. You might also like handworkmaniac she does stitching on clothing sometimes.
Thank you so much and welcome to the channel! I'm glad you enjoyed this introduction! I have been having so much fun exploring this hobby and am learning so much! You'll definitely get more of that in this channel. :)
Welcome and thank you !!!! I really enjoyed your floss tube and look forward to seeing more. So much inspiration and beautiful stitches. How awesome that you've made so many wonderful things already 😊 Thank you again for sharing with all of us😊
Welcome to the world of flosstube. Your first video! It was great. You did a wonderful job. Enjoyed seeing your projects, finishes, etc. your stitching is beautiful. When you have questions just ask. There are many knowledgeable people here who are always willing to help. I loved your philosophy of kindness and encouragement. I will leave you with one more thought. “Always remember the only rules in cross stitch are the ones YOU set for yourself”. Just do you!
Welcome to Flosstube! Wonderful job. I am going to stitch on a sweatshirt and because of your recommendation I’m going to use the water soluble canvas. Your sweatshirts are great, hope my stitching as good.
Great first video! I love your sweatshirts. You must be an expert runner to be able to do all that racing. I’m always in the beginning stages of running but have a goal of doing a marathon in a couple years. There’s nothing better than propping your feet up after a run to do some stitching. I look forward to your next video.
Thank you so much! I do really enjoy running. A marathon is a great goal to have. It's an amazing accomplishment to work towards and complete. Keep running (and recovery stitching ha)
I love the tiny dragons!! I am just getting back into running after many years away...trying to get in an active sport to balance my sedentary sport. 😆
Thank you! The Tiny Dragons have been a fun stitch. I usually have updates on that project on most of my videos :). Congrats for getting back into running! I agree, need something to get us moving so we can sit and stitch haha!
Welcome to Flosstube! I started stitching again in May after 32 yrs and I’m so happy I did. So much has changed after so long! Your brave to create your first Flosstube…I’m scared but loved yours!! Praying you have a 🥇 wonderful race in Orlando!! Your amazing!! Love all your FFO’s and finishes wow cross stitching on a sweatshirt !! I know your Mom will love it! Love the Sailor Moon my son loves Sailor Moon too!!Sensing big hugs and blessings! ❤ Tfs!! -christine
Thank you for your kind words Christine! Really appreciate that. I'm still scared about starting a Flosstube haha! But I figured I would give it a try to share what I'm enjoying. Glad you enjoyed it!
Loved your first video. I've been stitching for decades and hearing you talk about waste canvas really took me back in time. I can't even remember how many patterns i did on all types of shirts, towels, shoes, socks anything I could attach the waste canvas to. Almost everything I did back then was a gift and wish I had photos. I used to l love running too but now it's just a walk.😁
What an enjoyable flosstube, Andrew. I thoroughly enjoyed your projects and hearing about your plans. I’ve always wanted to stitch a sweatshirt, but waste canvas scared me. I may have to check out the water soluble fabric though…..Looking forward to your next video.
Welcome to flosstube . Love your video and all your finishes and wips . This is definitely the best community everyone is so kind loving . Can’t wait to see more videos.
Thank you very much! I agree it is such a lovely community. I've been so appreciative of everyone's response to my first video and I'm glad you enjoyed it!
Andrew you did a fabulous job! Your presence is so comfortable & what a beautiful smile. Can’t wait to see yr Mom’s reaction. Your boyfriend will certainly wonder when you found the time to complete that beauty too! Happy Stitching from Michigan 🤗
Thank you so much! I really appreciate the kind words! I can't wait to gift it to my mom. It was definitely tough keeping it a secret from my boyfriend all that time ha
Came here via Judy (An Aussie in a Kiwi World) she said you were lovely, and she was right! Although running? Mate if I’m running you should too cos something is coming LOL. I hadn’t heard about the houses for next year, as a certified resident of Middle Earth I will have to look it up as a hobbit house would be perfect for me! I’d love to see you do the Autumn lady, in the converted colours 😊 - take care, Nic in NZ
Hi Nic! I'm glad you enjoyed the video! Yes I think the hobbit house is coming in February or March (if I'm correct). Definitely excited for that one! A lot of votes for Autumn lady :)
I have been stitching for over 50 years. I prefer the mesh bags from Amazon to the fancy ones shown on flosstube. The money I save for one thing lets me buy better fabric for my projects. Also, you hit the nail on the head when you said you can see the project in them, and yet the paper does not stick to the mesh as opposed to vinyl front bags.
Welcome. Your owl sweatshirt is fabulous. Maybe one day you can do a tutorial on stitching on a sweatshirt. Lots of us 40+ year olds with the older eyes use magnifying lamps which make a world of difference in stitching on smaller count fabrics.
I also use reading glasses on the very end of my nose! LOL - I just found you today by watching Yoshi! Starting with this video and binging to the end! So glad to see you here and sharing your projects with us!
Welcome and thanks for keeping me company as I filled orders (I am the owner of 1884 Stitchery). I enjoyed seeing your projects which are different from what I usually stitch but that's what makes this hobby so great! I love you are making matching sweatshirts for yourself and your mom! Off to watch your second video :)
Thank you so much and nice to meet you! I hadn't heard of your shop but will definitely check it out now! I also love all of the variety in this art. Everyone can stitch what they enjoy and still appreciate the craft!
Great work! Wonderful video. I love the variety of your work. As others have said, there are no rules or cross stitch police - lol. My sister and her hubby did that Dopey Challenge. They will look for the races with the cool medals .
Hello Andrew! Nicely done on your very first FlossTube! I enjoyed seeing your earlier works- FFO's and WIP's - You stitch beautifully, and your finishing techniques are also well done. Thank you for the glowing endorsement for soluble waste canvas: I had been meaning to give it a try, but just never got around to it. (I know you did yours on the dreaded waste canvas, but I really love your owl piece: it is adorable!) The Disney sweatshirt for your Mom is quite impressive! I may just have to try soluble waste canvas on a t-shirt or two in the near future! ;-) I have to agree, 1000%, with your assessments of both @ChrisXrossStitch and @JanetJabber - they are both on my own top 5 FlossTuber's list! (I'll have to check out the other FlossTuber's you mentioned.) Again, welcome to FlossTube! I look forward to your next video, if ever or whenever you decide to present one. Happy Stitching!! Take care & God Bless. 💞🙏
Thank you so much! You'll have to keep me updated if you decide to try the water soluble canvas and let me know how it goes for you. I really love it! Glad you enjoyed the video
Great first video! I’ve been wondering about the water soluble Aida for stitching on clothing but didn’t know anyone who has tried it! Now I will have to get some for myself! Thank you so much!!!
What is the British word for stunned silent -- gobsmacked? Is that it? Well, I am so impressed with all of your projects. You finished more projects since May than I could do in a year. I love your sweatshirts. Great idea, and the one for your mom is outstanding. ALERT: double check your sweatshirt, I think I saw a couple of uncrossed stitches in the border at the top. I have subscribed and liked, and I congratulate you on your 1st flosstube. I am looking forward to lots more.
Thank you! It was fun to work on different projects and I'm happy to have some finishes under my belt. Oh my, I will check right now for any uncrossed stitches! Thank you for the heads up ha.
Thank you Andrew for taking your first step and sharing your stitching! I really like your first sweatshirt with the owl - it’s a shame the canvas wouldn’t release for you. I look forward to seeing you next time…
Hi hun. I love stitching and running too. Also crafting, knitting, diamond painting, etc. So your channel is great. I watch all of those flosstubers too. Great first video. Take care. Xx
Great first video! Suki the brown eyed stitcher is currently working on Woodland Enchantress if you would like to see it as a wip. I'm looking forward to watching all of your progress.
Well Hello there!! Welcome to Flosstube! You did a great job and I enjoyed everything you showed. Wait till you really get going with all the different fabric, fabric counts, etc. I’ve been stitching for almost 40 years and still enjoy it so much. It’s a much needed therapy at times - just so relaxing. Looking forward to seeing more from you! Happy Stitching - Kristy
Hi Kristy! Thank you so much. I am really enjoying it and can't wait to continue learning! I just love how every project is different and brings different skills and challenges. So looking forward to different fabrics and colors. Completely agree about it being therapeutic! Happy stitching to you too and thank you for watching!
Floss tube of yasmin made with love (also, she is a runner stitcher)
Hi Andrew😊 welcome. I'm a quilter as well, so I knew what the water soilibile was. Thank you for showing your sweatshirt.. I was rubbing my head on how to stitch on it. I make t-shirt quilts and use a stabilizer on the back.
I have a Mira that is a witch, but I'm not there yet in my stitching. But I like Autumn Lane Forest...
I'm stitching The fruit of Plenty as I watch you.
The fruits of plenty is a gorgeous piece! Happy Stitching and thank you for watching!
Welcome! Really enjoyed your video!! Your stitching is perfection!!
Andrew is my son’s name!! Love that too!!
Oh how cool! It's a good name :). I'm glad you enjoyed the video!
Hi Andrew - loved your 1st video and looking forward to more. The Earth Goddess's dress looks like that fabric you just bought. Do a floss toss on it with the floss when you get it and see if that would work. I have seen other flosstubers stitching that and it is really beautiful done up. Good luck. The Celtic ladies - you could do the first one in the season you decide to do them and then take the rest as you feel.
Thank you! I'm glad you enjoyed the video. Great idea with the fabric for the Earth Goddess!
Welcome to Floss Tube! You had me at waste canvas and cross stitching on sweatshirts! That brought back memories! You should try a full coverage HAED (Heaven and Earth Design) project after Sailor Moon. 25 ct easy grid and Pattern Keeper makes full coverage much easier! Subscribed! Theresa Little Stitcher and Chris are 2 of my favorite people on Floss Tube!
Thank you so much! It is fun stitching those sweatshirts! I do have HAED's coming in the future (waiting on the kits to arrive), but not sure when I'll start them! Glad you enjoyed the video!
Welcome to flosstube! Great first video. I did a sweatshirt or two with waste canvas a long time ago. I might have to try the water soluble stuff. Looking forward to your next video.
Thank you very much! I do enjoy the sweatshirt stitching :)
Lavender in lace ladyes i just remember that stitchy mummy ( Sara) is stitching those together.
I am doing my first Bella Filipina right now....the mad teaparty ❣️ how cool its to stitch in the sweater, never seen before , you are soo clever!
The dimensions kitt Lady , Suki the brown eyes stitcher almost done with that. Looking forward to follow you!
( i have stitch some of the animal ,in year in the woods.....have all serie) greetings from Norway 🇳🇴Gurli
Hi Gurli! Someone else mentioned that Stitchin Mommy is doing them all together. I need to go find that video! I've watched her before, but didn't see her stitching those. I'm glad you enjoyed the sweatshirt! Good luck with your animals, I'd love to see your progress!
Thank you for sharing with us. UA-cam suggested your channel to me. I wanted to comment on your 12 count Sailor Moon piece. You mentioned using 3 strands for it was super tough because you vouldn't use loop start.....but you *can* use loop start, with 1 strand, 2 strand variegated, 3 strands, any number of strands. Do a youtube search for 1 strand loop start, and use the same method for 3 strands. It works well for any number of strands. Hope this helps. I am glad to follow another newtuber...welcome to Flosstuberverse.
2 of my favorite loop start tutorials are by Milesy and The Needle Bugg.
Thank you so much for the recommendation! I will definitely check those out. That would help so much! Appreciate the advice.
Yo that disney sweatshirt is nostalgic AF. Welcome to flosstube!! :D
I did really like the nostalgia of the pattern. Thank you!
Welcome to floss tube great video. Ive stitched the celtic ladies but not the xmas one, so would love to see you do that. We have similar tastes and done half the cottage garden sampling year in the woods. Had to go and find their new house release. Oh dear youve enabled me to sign up for them to be sent to me each month😊 looking forward to your next flosstube
Thank you! I'm excited for the Celtic ladies journey :). Glad you liked the house too! They have such cute patterns!
Welcome to Flosstube!! Janet is seriously the best! She's exactly the same in person. Check out Megan, Georgia Girl Stitching for Lavender and Lace Celtic ladies. She is doing a conversion on one that is more teals than the original.
I am a runner on a hiatus... I've never done the Disney Challenges, but I did participate in Runner's World Festival in Bethlehem, PA. It was a Trail Run, 5k, 10k, and Half marathon over 3 days.
Thank you so much! I have seen Georgia Girl Stitching's Lavender and Lace and it's going to be amazing. She's great as well! Congratulations on the Festival in Bethlehem. That's such an accomplishment!
You are not a beginner! Great work. Lots of work! Very impressed!!
Thank you so much 😀. I definitely still feel like a beginner! ha
I used to do cross stitch on waste canvas on sweatshirts for my kids, many years ago (late 80’s,90’s). I saved all the pieces and gave them to my kids when they started having kids and my DIL sent my a picture of my grandson earring one of my son’s sweatshirts. And it happened to be a Leisure Arts teddy bears one with them in a wagon
Oh that is so cool! That must have been such a nice moment to see your grandson wearing the sweatshirt again! I do wish we still had ours, but I think we wore those sweatshirts out because we wore them everywhere ha. Thank you for sharing :)
Welcome!!!! 😍
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Loved your video! I am a retired runner, but had to give it up after 3 decades; my 70 year old knees just can’t do it anymore. I subscribed and am looking forward to your next video!
Thank you so much! Yes, I'm sure my knees will do the same eventually... bad knees run in the family. Congratulations on your 3 decade running career though! That is so impressive! Glad you enjoyed the video!
I love the idea of using water soluble fabric!
Let me know if you give it a try! I loved it :)
Will do!@@therunnerstitcher
The owl is so cute. He’s there forever. But great job.
Waste canvas is better. But mill hill is fun. Lots of kits to pick from. Only 3 strands of threads. I’ve done 2 at times, some times it ok. Just play.
Thank you! 😊. I'm glad you enjoyed the video! I've been playing with different number of strands to figure out what I like best. Mill Hills are so fun!
Andrew, your stitching is AHHMAZING! You don’t give yourself nearly enough credit! I love your enthusiasm for cross stitching and your bravery to challenge yourself! Good for you!
Thank you so much! I appreciate the kind words! Glad you enjoyed the video :)
Welcome! Thanks for your video! W/R/T Beading, I can't remember any of my beading projects (including several Mirabilias) that ask for 2 threads to attach beads. One thread is PLENTY and will hold the bead on fine. Even on my ornaments that get handled a lot, I use only one thread, but when it is a pillow, ornament or anything that gets handled a lot, i go the extra mile and tie my thread when ending/tucking just to be sure nothing comes loose. One small knot with one thread will not show on the front. Some stitchers always iron on interfacing to lock everything in, but I am lazy, if I know my finish will be handled a lot, I knot as I go along with the beads. Everything you have done looks wonderful so far! Please keep sharing!
Thank you so much, I'm glad you enjoyed. Appreciate all the advice! I did think it was odd to do 2 strands for the beads on the ornament kit. Excited and nervous to get started on a larger beading project!
Hi Andrew great video. I love all your stitching. We have similar taste in subject & projects! I look forward to watching 🤗
Sharon
Hi Sharon! Thank you so much! I'm glad you enjoyed the video and liked the projects! Happy stitching :)
Welcome to Flosstube! I love the sweatshirts for you and your mom! Gaia would look amazing on the fabric you showed right before her.
Thank you so much! I'm glad you enjoyed the sweatshirts :). I hope to do more clothing stitching in the future too. In one of my more recent episodes, I finally got around to starting Gaia so you'll see the fabric I chose! Hope you enjoy the channel!
Welcome, the sweatshirts are amazing 🇦🇺
Thank you very much!
If you want positivity, a calming voice and amazing stitching, you must watch Lost in Stitches without a doubt her cross stitch journey is one of a kind!
Thank you for the recommendation!
Stitch Spring of course...lol. Love the Mira.
Count me in as a subscriber! Lovely projects. Welcome to the FlossTube community.
Thank you so much! Glad you enjoyed the video!
Holy buckets you've stitched so much since may! Welcome to flosstube!
Thank you! 😊. It'll probably seem like less if I do videos more often ha
Your floss tube channel was recommended by The Floss Bossin Cousins and they were right, you are great! I had to subscribe. Great job, keep it up.
Thank you so much! I'm glad you enjoyed it :)
Really enjoyed your first video ... loved, loved, loved the sweatshirt projects !!
Thank you so much!
I haven’t thought of waste canvas in forever! Thanks for the reminder because I’m thinking gifts for the grands🤔
It's definitely a good option! And you can try the water soluble as an alternative!
Andrew, your first FlossTube is great. I love your owl sweatshirt! lol 😂 now back to watching.
Yay! Thank you! I'm glad you are enjoying it! The owl was so cute and fun to stitch!
So glad to find you! My FT buddy told me to come and watch you because like you, I'm a cross stitcher and a runner! I'm an ultra runner here in Australia and I have yet to find another person who is as crazy about running and cross stitch as I am. I've found a kindred spirit! Looking forward to sharing your stitching journey with you.
Hello and nice to meet you! So happy to hear there are other runnerstitchers out there! I haven't done any ultras, but I am always impressed by people who do. Glad you enjoyed the video!
great video, waiting 4 more ❤❤❤❤
Thank you!
I'm new to cross stitching as of Jan 4th 2024, and I've really enjoyed it. I just found you and subbed right away. I adore your channel and am obsessed with the sweater. Great Job.
Welcome to the stitching community! You are going to love it and I'm glad you're enjoying it already. Thank you for the kind words! I had a lot of fun making the sweatshirts and I'm excited to see where my stitching journey takes me! I still feel like a newbie as well, but if you have any questions, don't hesitate to ask. Welcome and Happy stitching!
My goodness, you are a prolific stitcher! Lovely choices and beautiful work. Sarah's Stitchy Spot just recommended your channel and I like to start at the beginning of a stitcher's journey. I am looking forward to watching all of your videos.
Oh thank you so much! Welcome to the channel! I had a lovely time meeting Sarah and am so happy to call her my friend! I'm glad you enjoyed the projects. I definitely have a wide variety of things going on but I hope you enjoy going on the journey with me! Happy stitching!
Great video, welcome Andrew. A big saying is stitch what you love, so for your lavendar and lace, pick your favorite.. or pick your least favorite so you will want to do the others still. Ha ha, sorry, I'm no help. I bought the entire year in the woods series. I totally understand. I've never heard of water soluble canvas. I stopped your video and put it in my cart. You are well on your way to enabling us! Thanks for sharing.
Thank you very much! Those are great ideas for picking a Celtic lady!
Hello, Andrew, welcome to the cross stitch community. I just love your sweatshirt, what a great idea! I'm definitely going to stitch one!
Just a polite request. Could you keep the camera on each of your projects a bit longer so I could enjoy looking at the details, colours, etc. It's like going to a gallery, standing in front of a beautiful painting and studying its details.
I like your projects, very pretty.
Thank you so much! Definitely let me know if you start a sweatshirt for yourself. Thank you for the tip! I will try to remember to keep the projects up a bit longer :)
I'm a firm believer that when you want to, you're likely ready - it's only x's and time. If a Mirabilia is calling your name, go for it! My first knitted pair of socks had a different pattern for the front and a different pattern for the back of socks. It was what called to me and what made me enjoy what I was doing.
Also, many years ago, I did a color conversion for Celtic Winter - I didn't love that it was the only non-purple one of the four, so I made it purple. I started with Spring. :)
Oh that's awesome! I would love to see your conversion of Celtic Winter, I bet that looks beautiful!
@@therunnerstitcher Thanks! It was a labor of love - it was the last pattern released and basically a dupe of Celtic Christmas, so I made a lot of changes. But it and the other seasons hang in my home office. :) (Plus Mirabilia's Royal Holiday)
That sounds amazing!
Well done Andrew! Enjoyed your video and seeing all the beautiful stitching. I haven’t done waste canvas for years and love the ides old soluble fabric. I use something like that for embroidery projects. Looking forward to your next video. Happy stitching!
Thanks so much!
Your sweat shirt for your mom❤ my daughter loves Disney now I think I might need to try that 😂😂great flosstube.
Thank you so much! I enjoyed making that one for her and I bet your daughter would love a similar one!
Hello! I sure enjoyed your first flosstube! You did a great job presenting all you cross stitched projects and patterns. I was so surprised to see someone stitching on garments. I did a lot of that back in the 80’s and 90’s. I think you are going to bring lots of memories back to us seniors, and some younger stitchers will give it a try.
I am not a runner but I enjoy bike tours. I did run 2 halves which equals one marathon in my mind. Fargo has a great marathon in the spring and Duluth, MN has Grandma’s marathon in June. Good luck to you in both your running and your flosstube.
Carmen from Fargo
Hi Carmen, thank you so much! I hope it does inspire people to stitch on clothing as I think it's a great way to finish cross stitch and a great gift! I guess I have my mom to thank for that since she is the one who taught me! 2 halves is a great accomplishment. I also enjoying biking :)
The sweatshirt is adorable and so is the tee! I recommend The Cross Stitching Runner, Kristen, who is an Australian. She converts her photographs to full coverage. They are gorgeous. And you are awesome stitching wonderful gifts for your family❤❤❤
Thank you! I will have to find The Running Stitcher, that sounds awesome.
@@therunnerstitcher I wrote incorrectly Kristen is The Cross Stitching Runner!
I just found your first floss tube today, and it was so great! I’m hooked and can’t wait to watch them all, and your new ones. I used to run 10k, half and full marathons, and totally lost my fitness when Snowmageddon here in St. John’s , Newfoundland, Canada, and then Covid and just some tough times in life happened. Rediscovering cross stitch the past few months has been helping me so much, and now seeing someone who has a mix of both bringing them such happiness is giving me some real inspiration. And then when your first two FFOs were my two favourite things-a unicorn and an owl!? Thank you so much for sharing your time and beautiful projects and stories!
Aww thank you so much Angela!! Welcome to the channel and I'm so happy you found it and are enjoying the content! That's amazing that you used to run races as well! I totally get that and after Covid it was really tough to get back into things for me to. If you're feeling like you want to you can always just get out for 1 mile as a start :). I definitely enjoy running and then recovering with some stitchy time ha. hope you enjoy the rest of the videos if you get a chance to watch them! Happy stitching!
@@therunnerstitcher Thank you so much for the encouragement and advice! Even though I should know not to start off trying to do too much, it definitely helps to hear it from an advanced runner. I’m really enjoying everything about your videos, and watching them as I stitch. And you’ve put your finger exactly on the biggest thing I need to do to get back on track with the running-the running comes FIRST, THEN the stitching lol. Definitely need to work on the order of operations 👍 ☺️
haha! I definitely like to get out and get my workout first and then recover with stitching :). Helps to at least get some movement first haha. Happy stitching and hope you can get back into things soon!
Wow the owl is amazing
He was too cute to pass up! :)
I am so pleased to have found your channel! Like you, I am a stitcher and a runner. I absolutely love your owl on the sweatshirt - so freaking cute!! All your finished projects look great.
Thank you so much and welcome to my channel! I'm glad you enjoyed it. Always happy to meet other stitchers who run! Happy stitching :)
Thank you so much for sharing! I also started stitching again in May. I can’t wait to see more videos from you!
Thank you so much! And welcome back to cross stitch too!
Hi from Melbourne Australia 🇦🇺 I enjoyed your video. You have done a lot of stitching since May. I signed up for the Cottage Garden Samplings Houses too. Look forward to your next video. Take care and happy stitching
Thank you! I think those houses will be so cute!
Love your video - you are a natural! I enjoyed seeing your projects and I'm so impressed with the variety of things you do. I am also a runner so I'll be here for that as well! How sweet of you to make the sweatshirt for your mom. If you need a stitchy/running friend, I'm here for you!
Thank you very much! I'm always happy to connect with another RunnerStitcher! Didn't realize there were many others out there ha
Greetings from Canada. Do not forget to have at peek at my favorite site in Canada in London On called Evertote. Beautiful shop They dye their fabrics and floss as well. The girls are a treat to watch. Good luck in your run and do not oret to show us the MEDAL Have a super day. Coco
Thank you for the recommendation! I will check out their floss and fabric!
Hi Andrew, great video. Really enjoyed you, have subscribed, looking forward to more from you. Good luck with your journey.
Thank you! I'm glad you enjoyed the video!
welcome to the flosstube world. Great show, I'm watching all today to catch up.❤
Yay! Thank you!
excellent first recording. You might like stitching mommy. She has a wide variety of projects. She did a september wip parade. You might also like handworkmaniac she does stitching on clothing sometimes.
Thank you very much! I will check them out :)
So glad I heard about you, great first video! Love how you are so willing to try new things and explore the world of stitching 💕🧵🪡
Thank you so much and welcome to the channel! I'm glad you enjoyed this introduction! I have been having so much fun exploring this hobby and am learning so much! You'll definitely get more of that in this channel. :)
Welcome and thank you !!!! I really enjoyed your floss tube and look forward to seeing more. So much inspiration and beautiful stitches. How awesome that you've made so many wonderful things already 😊 Thank you again for sharing with all of us😊
Thank you so much for the kind words! I really appreciate that :). I'm glad you enjoyed the video!
Welcome to the world of flosstube. Your first video! It was great. You did a wonderful job. Enjoyed seeing your projects, finishes, etc. your stitching is beautiful. When you have questions just ask. There are many knowledgeable people here who are always willing to help. I loved your philosophy of kindness and encouragement. I will leave you with one more thought. “Always remember the only rules in cross stitch are the ones YOU set for yourself”. Just do you!
Thank you very much. That is a great rule! Always need reminding that you don't have to compare to everyone else, just enjoy the art you are making!
Enjoyed your first floss tube. Janet Jabber sent me over! Great Disney stitching
Thank you very much! I love watching Janet too :)
Welcome Andrew to the flosstube community.
I really liked your first video. By the middle I was a subscriber. Looking forward to your future stitching posts.
Thank you so much!
Welcome to Flosstube! Wonderful job. I am going to stitch on a sweatshirt and because of your recommendation I’m going to use the water soluble canvas. Your sweatshirts are great, hope my stitching as good.
Thank you! That's great. You'll have to let me know how it goes for you!
Great first video! I love your sweatshirts. You must be an expert runner to be able to do all that racing. I’m always in the beginning stages of running but have a goal of doing a marathon in a couple years. There’s nothing better than propping your feet up after a run to do some stitching. I look forward to your next video.
Thank you so much! I do really enjoy running. A marathon is a great goal to have. It's an amazing accomplishment to work towards and complete. Keep running (and recovery stitching ha)
I love the tiny dragons!! I am just getting back into running after many years away...trying to get in an active sport to balance my sedentary sport. 😆
Thank you! The Tiny Dragons have been a fun stitch. I usually have updates on that project on most of my videos :). Congrats for getting back into running! I agree, need something to get us moving so we can sit and stitch haha!
Welcome to Flosstube! I started stitching again in May after 32 yrs and I’m so happy I did. So much has changed after so long! Your brave to create your first Flosstube…I’m scared but loved yours!! Praying you have a 🥇 wonderful race in Orlando!! Your amazing!! Love all your FFO’s and finishes wow cross stitching on a sweatshirt !! I know your Mom will love it! Love the Sailor Moon my son loves Sailor Moon too!!Sensing big hugs and blessings! ❤ Tfs!! -christine
Thank you for your kind words Christine! Really appreciate that. I'm still scared about starting a Flosstube haha! But I figured I would give it a try to share what I'm enjoying. Glad you enjoyed it!
Loved your first video. I've been stitching for decades and hearing you talk about waste canvas really took me back in time. I can't even remember how many patterns i did on all types of shirts, towels, shoes, socks anything I could attach the waste canvas to. Almost everything I did back then was a gift and wish I had photos. I used to l love running too but now it's just a walk.😁
Thank you very much! That's awesome you did so many projects on clothing! You must have had better luck with waste canvas than me :)
Andrew - great video and projects! Bravo! Looking forward to Flosstube #2.
Thank you so much!
That shirt for your mom is gorgeous!
Thank you!
Wonderful video. Loved watching.
Thank you!
What an enjoyable flosstube, Andrew. I thoroughly enjoyed your projects and hearing about your plans. I’ve always wanted to stitch a sweatshirt, but waste canvas scared me. I may have to check out the water soluble fabric though…..Looking forward to your next video.
Thank you very much, I appreciate that! You'll have to let me know how you like the water soluble canvas if you try it!
Welcome to flosstube . Love your video and all your finishes and wips . This is definitely the best community everyone is so kind loving . Can’t wait to see more videos.
Thank you very much! I agree it is such a lovely community. I've been so appreciative of everyone's response to my first video and I'm glad you enjoyed it!
I love your sailor moon finish! ❤
Thank you so much! I don't have a desire to stitch on 11 or 12 count again, but I am so happy with how she turned out!
Your mom will love the shirt❤TFS🤗
Loved the owl sweat shirt. I love to watch Janet Jabber also. She loves life.
Thank you!
Teresa and Chris and Janet are fantastic. You picked three winners! Welcome to the neighborhood!❤
I couldn't agree more! Thank you!
Andrew you did a fabulous job! Your presence is so comfortable & what a beautiful smile. Can’t wait to see yr Mom’s reaction. Your boyfriend will certainly wonder when you found the time to complete that beauty too! Happy Stitching from Michigan 🤗
Thank you so much! I really appreciate the kind words! I can't wait to gift it to my mom. It was definitely tough keeping it a secret from my boyfriend all that time ha
Came here via Judy (An Aussie in a Kiwi World) she said you were lovely, and she was right! Although running? Mate if I’m running you should too cos something is coming LOL. I hadn’t heard about the houses for next year, as a certified resident of Middle Earth I will have to look it up as a hobbit house would be perfect for me! I’d love to see you do the Autumn lady, in the converted colours 😊 - take care, Nic in NZ
Hi Nic! I'm glad you enjoyed the video! Yes I think the hobbit house is coming in February or March (if I'm correct). Definitely excited for that one! A lot of votes for Autumn lady :)
I have been stitching for over 50 years. I prefer the mesh bags from Amazon to the fancy ones shown on flosstube. The money I save for one thing lets me buy better fabric for my projects. Also, you hit the nail on the head when you said you can see the project in them, and yet the paper does not stick to the mesh as opposed to vinyl front bags.
I completely agree! I love using those bags :)
That owl is so freaking cute!
Thank you!
I loved this video! Beautiful projects. I'm gonna check the most recent videos 🥰
Aww thank you so much!!
Queen
Welcome. Your owl sweatshirt is fabulous. Maybe one day you can do a tutorial on stitching on a sweatshirt. Lots of us 40+ year olds with the older eyes use magnifying lamps which make a world of difference in stitching on smaller count fabrics.
Thank you! I had a lot of fun stitching the owl. I will have to think about doing a tutorial in the future. That's a great idea!
I also use reading glasses on the very end of my nose! LOL - I just found you today by watching Yoshi! Starting with this video and binging to the end! So glad to see you here and sharing your projects with us!
Glad I'm not alone with the reading glasses ha :). Happy you're enjoying the channel and welcome! Happy stitching!
You have to soak the waste canvas in order to remove the threads!
Loved this! Amazing for your first video. I'd like to see you start the Kiss. Steph
Thank you! The Kiss will definitely be a start in early 2024 for me! Stay tuned!
Mill hill is the only beads I use. Love them my favorite.
They are great!
Great first flosstube! I look forward to your next video!❤
Thank you! 😊
welcome to the flosstube community what a cute owl, lovely finishes and wips,
Thank you! 😊
Hello you should watch Modern Folk embroidery beautiful cross stitch charts. I look forward to your next video. Happy stitching
Thank you for the recommendation!
Welcome and thanks for keeping me company as I filled orders (I am the owner of 1884 Stitchery). I enjoyed seeing your projects which are different from what I usually stitch but that's what makes this hobby so great! I love you are making matching sweatshirts for yourself and your mom! Off to watch your second video :)
Thank you so much and nice to meet you! I hadn't heard of your shop but will definitely check it out now! I also love all of the variety in this art. Everyone can stitch what they enjoy and still appreciate the craft!
Holy moley that Sailor Moon is amazing! 🤩 Well done 👏🏻
Thank you so much!!
Great work! Wonderful video. I love the variety of your work. As others have said, there are no rules or cross stitch police - lol. My sister and her hubby did that Dopey Challenge. They will look for the races with the cool medals .
Thank you so much! That is a great accomplishment for them! And I have to admit, the medals are a big reason why I am doing it haha
Hello Andrew! Nicely done on your very first FlossTube! I enjoyed seeing your earlier works- FFO's and WIP's - You stitch beautifully, and your finishing techniques are also well done. Thank you for the glowing endorsement for soluble waste canvas: I had been meaning to give it a try, but just never got around to it. (I know you did yours on the dreaded waste canvas, but I really love your owl piece: it is adorable!) The Disney sweatshirt for your Mom is quite impressive! I may just have to try soluble waste canvas on a t-shirt or two in the near future! ;-)
I have to agree, 1000%, with your assessments of both @ChrisXrossStitch and @JanetJabber - they are both on my own top 5 FlossTuber's list! (I'll have to check out the other FlossTuber's you mentioned.)
Again, welcome to FlossTube! I look forward to your next video, if ever or whenever you decide to present one. Happy Stitching!! Take care & God Bless. 💞🙏
Thank you so much! You'll have to keep me updated if you decide to try the water soluble canvas and let me know how it goes for you. I really love it! Glad you enjoyed the video
Great first video! I’ve been wondering about the water soluble Aida for stitching on clothing but didn’t know anyone who has tried it! Now I will have to get some for myself! Thank you so much!!!
Thank you! Let me know how you like it if you try the water soluble canvas. I've really been enjoying it!
Welcome to flosstube. Great first video.
Thank you! 😊
Aloha , Andrew!
Aloha!
Hello from spain. Welcome to the World os floss tube.🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉
Really nice Disney sudadera...and Olw (so cute)
Perfect stitches..and backstitches.
Ciao
Thanks so much! 😊
Hey Andrew!! ❤
Hello! I'm so glad you saw my channel and are enjoying it :)
What is the British word for stunned silent -- gobsmacked? Is that it? Well, I am so impressed with all of your projects. You finished more projects since May than I could do in a year. I love your sweatshirts. Great idea, and the one for your mom is outstanding. ALERT: double check your sweatshirt, I think I saw a couple of uncrossed stitches in the border at the top. I have subscribed and liked, and I congratulate you on your 1st flosstube. I am looking forward to lots more.
Thank you! It was fun to work on different projects and I'm happy to have some finishes under my belt. Oh my, I will check right now for any uncrossed stitches! Thank you for the heads up ha.
Thank you Andrew for taking your first step and sharing your stitching! I really like your first sweatshirt with the owl - it’s a shame the canvas wouldn’t release for you. I look forward to seeing you next time…
Thank you so much! Yes the waste canvas was tough for me, but I'm so happy with the owl and will definitely still wear it! Glad you enjoyed the video!
Hi hun. I love stitching and running too. Also crafting, knitting, diamond painting, etc. So your channel is great. I watch all of those flosstubers too. Great first video. Take care. Xx
Thank you so much! Happy to connect with other crafters and runners!
I feel for you with the 28 count. I got my firsat full cover piece and it is 28 count. I got myself magnifying glasses just for that.
Agreed! I do love how it looks but quite small! Happy stitching!
Great first video! Suki the brown eyed stitcher is currently working on Woodland Enchantress if you would like to see it as a wip. I'm looking forward to watching all of your progress.
Thank you so much! Suki is how I got the inspiration to pick up Woodland Enchantress. She does such amazing work!
Well Hello there!! Welcome to Flosstube! You did a great job and I enjoyed everything you showed. Wait till you really get going with all the different fabric, fabric counts, etc. I’ve been stitching for almost 40 years and still enjoy it so much. It’s a much needed therapy at times - just so relaxing. Looking forward to seeing more from you! Happy Stitching - Kristy
Hi Kristy! Thank you so much. I am really enjoying it and can't wait to continue learning! I just love how every project is different and brings different skills and challenges. So looking forward to different fabrics and colors. Completely agree about it being therapeutic! Happy stitching to you too and thank you for watching!