Brilliant tutorial! I usually don't see Q-snaps used in videos, just a lot of hand held or round hoops. I have been using Q-snaps for over 20 years and can't imagine stitching any other way.
Hi Helen. Thanks for the tutorial! I just wanted to share you can do a front loop start with three strands. I stitch with 14ct a lot and love how 3 strands fills out the pattern. I naturally cross my X’s starting on bottom left and finishing on top right. So with that being said. The way I stitch with even and odd numbers of floss in any count of Aida, is in this manner. From the front of the fabric in the top left hole ; I go down into that hole and leave a small tail, I now from the back, go through the top right hole and back down into that same hole which creates the loop, I now bring my floss through the bottom left hole (being careful not to close the loop we just created)and bring my needle up into the loop that was created in the top right. This will create a small knot that closes when we go back through the top right hole & down through the bottom right hole. Once I come up through the bottom right hole, I clip the tail I initially created in the top left corner and proceed to finish my X off in the top left corner hole and continue to stitch. I hope this helps and I hope it makes sense. Happy Stitching!
Thanks for another great tutorial! I gotta admit, as soon as I rec’d my supplies I started it and he has been sitting on my finishing table waiting to be cut & a hanger put on. So much fun!!!!! Will be doing another one soon
Thank you Helen. This is my first time using the perforated paper. I have wanted to do a Mill Hill but was a bit intimidated. Can’t wait to get started on this. Again thank you for this tutorial.❤
If you're going to try sewing fabric on I would double check to make sure you have enough of a margin on the paper. I think Mill Hill cuts them fairly close.
Thank you very much for this tutorial on perforated paper and the preparation for stitching in a q snap frame. I have some kits from Mill Hill and will refer to this when I start a project in the future.
If you're going to try sewing fabric on I would double check to make sure you have enough of a margin on the paper. I think Mill Hill cuts them fairly close.
@@helend.flosstube Thank you for that heads up and I will check before stitching borders on my project. Love your tutorials as I’m a visual learner and you do an excellent job showing your process!😀
Sew helpful!! Would not have thought to use a QSnap or to sew on the paper. Have only done small items on perforated paper, so this really will be helpful. Thanks!
Great tutorial. A little tip - to avoid the snarly start, try doing a "Leader-Ender". There are many places that explain this. It really is slick for sewing without starting glitches.
Great idea. Personally, I love stitching on the perforated paper because it is so light, but the q snap would make it more comfortable for people who are afraid it might bend. The bat looks like a fun project.
Great tutorial, thanks! I have one of my big Mill Hill pieces (the ones that are usually mounted in a frame) tacked onto stretcher bars, it works out great. I use thumbnails to tack it down without harm to the paper or stretcher bars. Enjoyed seeing your process as always, I learn something new. 😊
Can't wait to stitch mine. I wanted a higher count paper, so I bought some 18ct in white. I took a security blackout stamper and inked it black. It seemed to coat it well with no warping. And now I can use the loop method to start. 😊
Hi Helen! Thank you for this tutorial! I have quite a few Mill Hill kits but haven’t attempted stitching them yet because I wasn’t sure how to start. Now I think I can try one. I hope you have a great week! 🐈⬛🐈⬛
If you're going to try sewing fabric on I would double check to make sure you have enough of a margin on the paper. I think Mill Hill cuts them fairly close.
Thank you for the great tutorial. I will see if I can remember how to use my sewing machine I bought in 2020 and never used. Maybe the Home Ec sewing class I took 56 years ago will come back to me. Do you know when Chantelle's display boards will be come available?
I don't know. I know she just held her retreat this weekend so she's been really busy. I"m going to reach out to her at the end of the week, but you could always message her on Instagram and ask.
On the perforated paper pattern, should you go up and down? Or left and right? Also, should you do one complete stitch at a time? Or do half going right or up and then the other half on the way back?
Helen question Why to you measure for the center? I always cut my perforated paper to the size I need plus a margin for error and then make an X from corner to corner and where the lines intersect is the center. This way has always workes for me, and I don't have to worry about messing up my measurements. Thanks for the info on sewing on the perforated pater I didn't know you could do that. Have fun with your bat.
Good information! I'm doing the Mill Hill Nativity kits, and do you think there is enough margin to add the fabric? I think the cuts are pretty tight for those, but wondering what you think. I found I could not use the stretcher bars, and had a hard time trying to get the perforated paper off in one piece. Thanks so much.
Honestly I'm not sure, you'd have to do some math. Sewing the fabric on uses about a quarter of an inch on all four sides, so you would have to see how much of a margin they gave you.
I usually cut the piece first and then trace it onto the backing. You can even make a photocopy of your actual cut out stitching and use that instead of tracing too
Brilliant tutorial! I usually don't see Q-snaps used in videos, just a lot of hand held or round hoops. I have been using Q-snaps for over 20 years and can't imagine stitching any other way.
Great tutorial ... who knew you could sew on paper!
Thanks so much for this tutorial. I had no idea how to use perforated paper for cross stitch and cannot stitch in hand. This method is fantastic!
Hi Helen. Thanks for the tutorial! I just wanted to share you can do a front loop start with three strands. I stitch with 14ct a lot and love how 3 strands fills out the pattern. I naturally cross my X’s starting on bottom left and finishing on top right. So with that being said. The way I stitch with even and odd numbers of floss in any count of Aida, is in this manner. From the front of the fabric in the top left hole ; I go down into that hole and leave a small tail, I now from the back, go through the top right hole and back down into that same hole which creates the loop, I now bring my floss through the bottom left hole (being careful not to close the loop we just created)and bring my needle up into the loop that was created in the top right. This will create a small knot that closes when we go back through the top right hole & down through the bottom right hole. Once I come up through the bottom right hole, I clip the tail I initially created in the top left corner and proceed to finish my X off in the top left corner hole and continue to stitch. I hope this helps and I hope it makes sense. Happy Stitching!
Thank you! I'm going to have to give that a try!
Do you have a diagram of the steps to do this? Going to try it.
Oooh, that is so helpful for using larger pieces of perforated paper. Thank you!
Thank you, Helen♥️🌹
Thanks Helen D , just love your tutorials
Thank you for showing how to add fabric to paper.
Thanks for another great tutorial! I gotta admit, as soon as I rec’d my supplies I started it and he has been sitting on my finishing table waiting to be cut & a hanger put on. So much fun!!!!! Will be doing another one soon
I have a feeling it's going to be a very quick stitch! 😂
Thanks Helen ❤❤
Love your videos, lots of information pleasantly delivered. Thank you
Thank you, I wanted to try some perforated paper. Clear explanation with pictures. 😊
Excellent video on preparing perforated paper.
Thanks a million Helen
Good idea Helen...thanks
This was great Helen thank you!
Thank you Helen. This is my first time using the perforated paper. I have wanted to do a Mill Hill but was a bit intimidated. Can’t wait to get started on this. Again thank you for this tutorial.❤
If you're going to try sewing fabric on I would double check to make sure you have enough of a margin on the paper. I think Mill Hill cuts them fairly close.
Thank you very much for this tutorial on perforated paper and the preparation for stitching in a q snap frame. I have some kits from Mill Hill and will refer to this when I start a project in the future.
If you're going to try sewing fabric on I would double check to make sure you have enough of a margin on the paper. I think Mill Hill cuts them fairly close.
@@helend.flosstube Thank you for that heads up and I will check before stitching borders on my project. Love your tutorials as I’m a visual learner and you do an excellent job showing your process!😀
So very helpful Helen!! Thank you very much!! :)
Excellent instructions, thank you!
Sew helpful!! Would not have thought to use a QSnap or to sew on the paper. Have only done small items on perforated paper, so this really will be helpful. Thanks!
Hi Helen. Can't wait to do this SAL. Thanks for the tutorial. xx Michelle Cunningham
This is so helpful! I have several Satsuma kits and have not felt confident enough to stitch on the paper without affixing it to something. Thank you!
Just double check that you have enough of a margin on your paper before you sew the fabric on! 😊
@@helend.flosstube yep. Thanks!
Great tutorial. A little tip - to avoid the snarly start, try doing a "Leader-Ender". There are many places that explain this. It really is slick for sewing without starting glitches.
Thank you! I'm going to have to look that up!
Great video, very helpful!
Thank you Helen
Super tutorial, Helen! My first try using perf-paper! Thank you!
Thank you for sharing.
Thanks for the tutorial! I wish I would have seen this before I finished Cabin Fever by Mill Hill. My perforated paper got pretty banged up!
Mine is always in danger of getting attacked by cats, so I thought I would give this a try.
Really useful tutorial, thank you. Happy stitching 🧵
Thank you, that was great
Love your long, skinny cutting mat! I've never seen one with those dimensions!
I'm not doing this SAL, but knowledge is knowledge! Thanks for the tip!
I've had that for decades!! It's so convenient to use in a small space.
Great idea. Personally, I love stitching on the perforated paper because it is so light, but the q snap would make it more comfortable for people who are afraid it might bend. The bat looks like a fun project.
Thank you!
Great tutorial, thanks! I have one of my big Mill Hill pieces (the ones that are usually mounted in a frame) tacked onto stretcher bars, it works out great. I use thumbnails to tack it down without harm to the paper or stretcher bars. Enjoyed seeing your process as always, I learn something new. 😊
I've heard that those bars work great!
Excellent tips!! Thank you for the tutorial! ❤🦇🎃
Thank you for showing this tutorial! I am ready to go now ! I love the floss! Have a wonderful weekend!
I appreciate this. I had serious concerns that sewing would further perforate the paper and basically cut it. This is a relief!
Honestly this is my first time trying it, but it feels secure!
this is so helpful. thank you.
Can't wait to stitch mine. I wanted a higher count paper, so I bought some 18ct in white. I took a security blackout stamper and inked it black. It seemed to coat it well with no warping. And now I can use the loop method to start. 😊
Perfect!
Hi Helen! Thank you for this tutorial! I have quite a few Mill Hill kits but haven’t attempted stitching them yet because I wasn’t sure how to start. Now I think I can try one. I hope you have a great week! 🐈⬛🐈⬛
If you're going to try sewing fabric on I would double check to make sure you have enough of a margin on the paper. I think Mill Hill cuts them fairly close.
@@helend.flosstube thank you, Helen!
Great tutorial as usually!! I'm not doing the SAL, but it gave me an idea to use a small piece of stitching fabric!
Very helpful thankyou ❤
Thank you for sharing your tutorial have a wonderful weekend 😊🧵🪡🤗🤩
Thank you for the great tutorial. I will see if I can remember how to use my sewing machine I bought in 2020 and never used. Maybe the Home Ec sewing class I took 56 years ago will come back to me. Do you know when Chantelle's display boards will be come available?
I don't know. I know she just held her retreat this weekend so she's been really busy. I"m going to reach out to her at the end of the week, but you could always message her on Instagram and ask.
On the perforated paper pattern, should you go up and down? Or left and right? Also, should you do one complete stitch at a time? Or do half going right or up and then the other half on the way back?
Helen question Why to you measure for the center? I always cut my perforated paper to the size I need plus a margin for error and then make an X from corner to corner and where the lines intersect is the center. This way has always workes for me, and I don't have to worry about messing up my measurements. Thanks for the info on sewing on the perforated pater I didn't know you could do that. Have fun with your bat.
I've seen it done that way too. I guess this is just how I was originally shown.
Good information! I'm doing the Mill Hill Nativity kits, and do you think there is enough margin to add the fabric? I think the cuts are pretty tight for those, but wondering what you think. I found I could not use the stretcher bars, and had a hard time trying to get the perforated paper off in one piece. Thanks so much.
Honestly I'm not sure, you'd have to do some math. Sewing the fabric on uses about a quarter of an inch on all four sides, so you would have to see how much of a margin they gave you.
When do you cut the backing? Do you trace and then cut or cut with the stitched pieee?
I usually cut the piece first and then trace it onto the backing. You can even make a photocopy of your actual cut out stitching and use that instead of tracing too
What size Q Snaps do you get to make it into 9 x 4?
My small side is a 6 inch q snap and the long side is an 8 inch with an extra 3 inch extension piece on each side.
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Thank you!