Most of the subjects you addressed today are related to me, it was uncanny. I have been new to quilting for several years. My first attempts were laden with mistakes but through watching utube tutorials I have made great strides. The same applies to stitching, cross and embroidery. I am starting out with Aida as it has been years since I cross stitched, back then it was mostly kits that were printed. I learn with every floss tube video I watch and take notes. The “better version of me” does apply. I will make errors but my stitching is mostly for me so you can never have too much knowledge. I will follow your videos faithfully 🥰
Thank you for this lovely episode. I loved your comments on the back-of-the-work “debate” which shouldn’t be a debate at all but a choice or just skill. Take care.
Jean, thank you for another fantastic video. You are truly so gracious. And so very knowledgeable. The time you take to share with this community is appreciated.
Always look forward to your videos. The tips and tricks are invaluable even to us * old stitchers*. Your segment about Steve reminded me, back in the 19 70's Rosey Greer , former NFL Player ( 6'5 and 284 pounds) revealed one of his passions was doing needlepoint! The hobby was relaxing, and he did Beautiful stitching. No snickering about this man enjoying his hobby. Needlework is for all of us to enjoy. Thank you for that reminder. Happy Stitching!
I once flew from Norway back to Germany and had forgotten to remove my embroidery scissors (really special gift from my mom) from my project. Of course I was pulled aside at security. Sometimes people are just kind and the security officer allowed me to keep them and just reminded me to be more careful next time. About neat backs...I always wonder why anyone is concerned about other people's work. My motto is usually to mind my own business unless asked. ❤️
Thank you for your video. I always learn so much. How about opening by welcome "Stitching Friends" or "Stitchers". I will be paying more attention to how others open their videos. It is something I definitely usually don't pay attention to.
I have flown millions of miles and I always carry my stitching. I’ve never had any problems with my travel scissors, space or lighting. It’s a marvelous way to pass the time.
Wonderful informative floss tube once again Jean! I really learn so much from you! I enjoyed your Facebook live also! I am new to this as I did needlework 25 years ago and stopped. I am a quilter. Thank you so much!
Thanks for sharing your conversation with Steve, Jean. I think he will also see the women’s perspective as you articulated so graciously. We all should be more respective of one another. “What a wonderful world that would be.” 😊
Thank you for sharing both your expertise and your opinions. Your response to the back of stitching is so gracious. My grandma taught me that the back of any stitching or sewing should be neat for practical reasons, so the front/ outside looks good. It’s taken years to get good at it. As for stitching on planes, I love to do it but as my eyesight diminished and my girth expanded, it has become more difficult!😋
Happy to see you back Jean. You really are looking great! It's always nice to see a notification that you have a new video, I always make sure I watch it as soon as I can. Always great to listen to what you have to say as you always are instructive and inspirational. Stay safe Jean ❤
As president of a stitchers guild, I had the same problem. The way i have tried to solve this was to use the word “Stitchers” when talking to the group. Or “as a stitcher...”. It is hard to adjust but it seems to be working. I have 3 gentlemen in our guild. Hope to have more. Thanks for your thoughts.
Thank you so much for this video, especially your views on the back of the cross stitch project. May I say again that I’m very much a beginner at this craft & commenced it about a year ago. I soon lost my enthusiasm as not only trying to get the front of my work consistent, but then looking on the back, felt that it was far too difficult for me to achieve a neat back as well. So I put it all in timeout & continued with my other crafts that I had been doing for years, embroidery being one of them. Now after a long time & still having the great urge to cross stitch again, I pulled it from timeout & said to myself, this really appeals to me & it will take a good while to practice to get the front of my work even & acceptable to me. As this is my project & probably no one else will be looking at it until it is fully finished, I now give myself permission to completely ignore how the back of my work is & go forward enjoying myself & learning with every stitch. Now I simply do it every day & love it! Cheers 💕❤️😊😘😍🥰
Jean, I was able to watch the Live Facebook introduction to Jane Hattersley, two times. Glad I could see and hear the SAL review. Appreciated your comment about male stitchers. There are some excellent guy stitchers on Flosstube along with new designers. More interesting ideas to see.
Thanks for mentioned your exchange with Steve...We have to strive for a kinder, gentler world every where in what is now called our crafting...knitting, quilting and cross stitch etc...thanks for another awesome video...wishing you joy and happy stitching/designing ❣️
Watching on Sunday. Can’t get announcements and you got lost in the pile. I thought you were still ill. That was a relief. Glad you are well! Another informative video. You are so good at this.
Love your videos. You are so gracious, Jean! I just recently traveled and took my stitching for the first time, using many of the tips you suggested. I took a small magnifier/light with me. I had no trouble, but a TSA agent advised me to take the lamp out of my carry on bag the next time to make it easier for them.
Thank you Jean for your video and all your useful hints and tips. My mother always said to look at the back of someone's work is rude (unless asked or competition) but that it should be neat enough not to affect the front. It was a bit different doing embroidery on a tablecloth of course (then she had a different saying) it is so difficult these days to be mindful of language and not offending any section of the population. Like you I am striving to become a better version of me , I think I will use your line in my class, where to say welcome ladies and gentlemen is becoming unacceptable. You are looking so much better so I hope your recovery from dental surgery is complete. Stay safe and well.
You really are one great gal ! Jean, it is both a pleasure and privilege to have your virtual presence in our home . Thank you for todays visit. marcia
I have the ID holders that I used at work and often use them for my tools. They have the retractable attachment loop so you can “swipe” your ID badge. I have some from work and conferences but they are available at Staples. Some have clips intended to clip onto a collar or lapel. I have also seen some that have a ‘quick clip’ intended to attach to a purse, belt etc. Either one can be easily attached to a lanyard. I also use a ‘reading light’ that goes around my neck. It is flexible, is in a horseshoe shape, has 2 lights and has 3 ‘levels’ of light and is rechargeable! (It was originally an ‘As Seen on TV’ item.) As always you are a voice of ‘sanity’ in the needlework world. As for neat back I had a co-worker who kept ‘tabs’ on the back of my work in a friendly manner. When she was pregnant with her oldest she did a baby sampler (not counted cross stitch) and on the back her threads ran from one end to the other because that is where the same color thread was located. LOL! Thanks again for a great video.
Another great video, your knowledge is incredible. You have twisted my arm and I think I will have to do the ROXIE sampler. I have been wanting to learn how to do other stitches besides crosses and what better way to learn than through a sampler. Once again thank you for your videos.
Thank you Jean for another wonderful video. And thank you for sharing your story. Your words are always so thoughtful. And, can we talk about those gingham strawberries? They are everything and so fun to stitch. Have a great week.
Another great video! I'm working through all of your videos from the beginning but couldn't help but watch the most current one too. I'm thinking of making an index for videos to refer back to. (Are there badges for those of us who watch all 37 flosstube videos in order?!!! haha!) Your hair looks great and red is certainly a great color for you! Thanks again for the video!
I like the idea of badges! Going forward, I am making (and posting) an index each time and I am going back and creating them for the "old" episodes, too.
I just thought of a couple ways you could refer to us in a gender neutral ways. Y'all lol southern slang and you do live in NC. Students because you are a teacher this works especially when working on tutorials. Beside we should never stop learning, so always a student in life. Lastly we could be referred to as friends. Which is a warm and friendly name for all of us. Then of course to fuss at us calls us brats, kids, or children. Lol just kidding 😂 😅 Had to throw some humor in there. Also I know it doesn't show... but I am subscribed just so you know. I have started at the beginning and watching every video. I am learning some very interesting things I didn't know or had forgotten.
I call my female friends guys all the time. Like you said, if he was in the room, you'd change your verbage or say y'all or something. We choose to be offended sometimes. I'm sure the vast majority of people you work with are women. I worked in a quilt shop on a farm. I guess we assume he's there to talk to the farmer, not buy fabric. Most males would clarify that they are shoppers, even if they were with their wives. We need to give a little grace on both sides. Your response was well put. Perception is what it is. We all make assumptions about people until they do something to change it. Live and learn.
I have heard that the word ort was an actual French word that meant a small bit. I’m sorry I don’t remember who said that. I enjoyed the discussion about addressing male stitchers. I liked the part about males entering a woman’s world, but did agree with you to take the kinder view, which you naturally would if you could see your audience. This was very interesting. Thank you.
It was hard to do but after some self examination I realized that I was guilty of wanting to make someone else feel what I felt in the past even though I sure didn't want to be treated like that myself. Thanks for understanding. I'd be interested in the source for "ort" as a French word. From my research, the word is not currently in use in the French language.
I’m doing the Jane Hattersley stitch along, but I do not do Facebook for various reasons, is there any other way to have access to the videos? Thank you so much for sharing your wealth of information!!!
I haven't produced any videos about Jane. I did intend to save the Facebook Live gatherings last week but was not able to. I plan to offer a Zoom session in a couple of weeks and will be happy to repeat what I covered on the April 9th gatherings. I'll announce the Zoom gatherings on a FlossTube episode.
Lovely video. Thank you for the explanation of Orts. I try to think of the framer when sewing, especially back of work.Sometimes I make a better job than others but I love x-stitch and your attitude to good practice. The story of Steve again was lovely. As we grew older life becomes more precious and we have more time to think of what is decent and good. Thank you and keep well.
Great video! In recent years, I've tried my best to stay away from gendered phrases and pronouns, unless I know for sure that is how that person identifies. There are so many people out there that are transgendered or non-binary and sometimes these phrases can be hurtful. Even in the classroom, I never say "boys and girls" - I say "friends" or "my little nuggets" just because I don't know what they prefer.
Most of the subjects you addressed today are related to me, it was uncanny. I have been new to quilting for several years. My first attempts were laden with mistakes but through watching utube tutorials I have made great strides. The same applies to stitching, cross and embroidery. I am starting out with Aida as it has been years since I cross stitched, back then it was mostly kits that were printed. I learn with every floss tube video I watch and take notes. The “better version of me” does apply. I will make errors but my stitching is mostly for me so you can never have too much knowledge. I will follow your videos faithfully 🥰
Thanks for watching and being a part of the stitching community!
Your comments are well said! You are a lovely lady and your stitch alongs are beautiful! Thank you for all that you share.
You are so welcome!
"When we know better, we do better!"
That's right!
Crossword puzzle devotees are quite familiar with “ort” - a morsel of food! And “y’all” is a lovely way to address more than one stitcher! ❤️
So true!
Thank you for this lovely episode. I loved your comments on the back-of-the-work “debate” which shouldn’t be a debate at all but a choice or just skill. Take care.
Thanks!
Jean, thank you for another fantastic video. You are truly so gracious. And so very knowledgeable. The time you take to share with this community is appreciated.
Thank you so much!
Always look forward to your videos. The tips and tricks are invaluable even to us * old stitchers*. Your segment about Steve reminded me, back in the 19 70's Rosey Greer , former NFL Player ( 6'5 and 284 pounds) revealed one of his passions was doing needlepoint! The hobby was relaxing, and he did Beautiful stitching. No snickering about this man enjoying his hobby. Needlework is for all of us to enjoy. Thank you for that reminder. Happy Stitching!
Thanks for sharing!
As always, a good lesson. I always learn so much from you Jean, thank you!
Thank you!
I once flew from Norway back to Germany and had forgotten to remove my embroidery scissors (really special gift from my mom) from my project. Of course I was pulled aside at security. Sometimes people are just kind and the security officer allowed me to keep them and just reminded me to be more careful next time. About neat backs...I always wonder why anyone is concerned about other people's work. My motto is usually to mind my own business unless asked. ❤️
I'm glad to know you had a good experience with airport security!
Thank you for your video. I always learn so much. How about opening by welcome "Stitching Friends" or "Stitchers". I will be paying more attention to how others open their videos. It is something I definitely usually don't pay attention to.
Good idea!
I have flown millions of miles and I always carry my stitching. I’ve never had any problems with my travel scissors, space or lighting. It’s a marvelous way to pass the time.
That's great!
I love your retelling if your exchange with Steve. It’s one of the reasons I love your floss tubes.
Thanks!
Thank you for sharing your exchange with Steve and your sentiments that came from it ❤️
It was a good experience and I was happy that Steve was willing for me to share it.
Wonderful informative floss tube once again Jean! I really learn so much from you! I enjoyed your Facebook live also! I am new to this as I did needlework 25 years ago and stopped. I am a quilter. Thank you so much!
Welcome! Thanks for joining in!
Thanks for sharing your conversation with Steve, Jean. I think he will also see the women’s perspective as you articulated so graciously. We all should be more respective of one another. “What a wonderful world that would be.” 😊
I hope so too!
Thank you for sharing both your expertise and your opinions. Your response to the back of stitching is so gracious. My grandma taught me that the back of any stitching or sewing should be neat for practical reasons, so the front/ outside looks good. It’s taken years to get good at it.
As for stitching on planes, I love to do it but as my eyesight diminished and my girth expanded, it has become more difficult!😋
Thank you so much!
What a thought provoking video. Thank you.
Thinkin' and stitchin' :)
Happy to see you back Jean. You really are looking great! It's always nice to see a notification that you have a new video, I always make sure I watch it as soon as I can. Always great to listen to what you have to say as you always are instructive and inspirational. Stay safe Jean ❤
Thank you! You too!
Jean, thank you for your willingness to be so open and willing to grow. You are a warm and gentle teacher and I appreciate you.
Thank you so much!
As president of a stitchers guild, I had the same problem. The way i have tried to solve this was to use the word “Stitchers” when talking to the group. Or “as a stitcher...”. It is hard to adjust but it seems to be working. I have 3 gentlemen in our guild. Hope to have more. Thanks for your thoughts.
Good idea!
Thank you so much for this video, especially your views on the back of the cross stitch project. May I say again that I’m very much a beginner at this craft & commenced it about a year ago. I soon lost my enthusiasm as not only trying to get the front of my work consistent, but then looking on the back, felt that it was far too difficult for me to achieve a neat back as well. So I put it all in timeout & continued with my other crafts that I had been doing for years, embroidery being one of them. Now after a long time & still having the great urge to cross stitch again, I pulled it from timeout & said to myself, this really appeals to me & it will take a good while to practice to get the front of my work even & acceptable to me. As this is my project & probably no one else will be looking at it until it is fully finished, I now give myself permission to completely ignore how the back of my work is & go forward enjoying myself & learning with every stitch. Now I simply do it every day & love it! Cheers 💕❤️😊😘😍🥰
I love how you worked out the best way for yourself.
Thanks so much for sharing !
You are so welcome!
Jean, I was able to watch the Live Facebook introduction to Jane Hattersley, two times. Glad I could see and hear the SAL review. Appreciated your comment about male stitchers. There are some excellent guy stitchers on Flosstube along with new designers. More interesting ideas to see.
Glad you enjoyed it!
Thanks for mentioned your exchange with Steve...We have to strive for a kinder, gentler world every where in what is now called our crafting...knitting, quilting and cross stitch etc...thanks for another awesome video...wishing you joy and happy stitching/designing ❣️
Absolutely! Working towards being better and better every day!
Watching on Sunday. Can’t get announcements and you got lost in the pile. I thought you were still ill. That was a relief. Glad you are well! Another informative video. You are so good at this.
Thanks!
Love your videos. You are so gracious, Jean! I just recently traveled and took my stitching for the first time, using many of the tips you suggested. I took a small magnifier/light with me. I had no trouble, but a TSA agent advised me to take the lamp out of my carry on bag the next time to make it easier for them.
I'm happy to know you had a good experience.
Your Roxie WIP is beautiful thus far Jean!
Thank you so much!
Thank you Jean for your video and all your useful hints and tips. My mother always said to look at the back of someone's work is rude (unless asked or competition) but that it should be neat enough not to affect the front. It was a bit different doing embroidery on a tablecloth of course (then she had a different saying) it is so difficult these days to be mindful of language and not offending any section of the population. Like you I am striving to become a better version of me , I think I will use your line in my class, where to say welcome ladies and gentlemen is becoming unacceptable. You are looking so much better so I hope your recovery from dental surgery is complete. Stay safe and well.
Thank you ... I am almost back to normal!
Steve, welcome to our world! JF is much more gracious then I ever would have been.
You need to give yourself more credit! :)
So glad to see you back and looking marvellous!
Thank you so much!
You really are one great gal ! Jean, it is both a pleasure and privilege to have your virtual presence in our home . Thank you for todays visit. marcia
Thank you so much!
I love your attitude about backs - I’m not a particularly neat stitcher - I will never win a ribbon but I do enjoy stitching so much 🥰
You get to decide how you want to stitch!
I have the ID holders that I used at work and often use them for my tools. They have the retractable attachment loop so you can “swipe” your ID badge. I have some from work and conferences but they are available at Staples. Some have clips intended to clip onto a collar or lapel. I have also seen some that have a ‘quick clip’ intended to attach to a purse, belt etc. Either one can be easily attached to a lanyard. I also use a ‘reading light’ that goes around my neck. It is flexible, is in a horseshoe shape, has 2 lights and has 3 ‘levels’ of light and is rechargeable! (It was originally an ‘As Seen on TV’ item.) As always you are a voice of ‘sanity’ in the needlework world. As for neat back I had a co-worker who kept ‘tabs’ on the back of my work in a friendly manner. When she was pregnant with her oldest she did a baby sampler (not counted cross stitch) and on the back her threads ran from one end to the other because that is where the same color thread was located. LOL! Thanks again for a great video.
Clever ideas!
Another great video, your knowledge is incredible. You have twisted my arm and I think I will have to do the ROXIE sampler. I have been wanting to learn how to do other stitches besides crosses and what better way to learn than through a sampler. Once again thank you for your videos.
I highly recommend the Roxie sampler! You will not regret it and I hope you join in
Wonderful! It will be a pleasure to welcome you to the Roxie SAL!
Thank you Jean for another wonderful video. And thank you for sharing your story. Your words are always so thoughtful. And, can we talk about those gingham strawberries? They are everything and so fun to stitch. Have a great week.
Thank you so much! And yes, they are simply sweet and sweetly simple!
Good video!❤️☮️🇨🇦
Thank you!
Jean, you are such a lovely person and wonderful Teacher. 💝
Oh thank you!
I find that I make mistakes on an airplane, so unless it’s a really long flight I just bring a book! I don’t enjoy frogging 🥺
I usually bring both!
“Amuse me and distress me.” My response to the debate as well!
I tend to laugh until I see inexperienced stitchers being influenced by ill-advised advice.
Another great video! I'm working through all of your videos from the beginning but couldn't help but watch the most current one too. I'm thinking of making an index for videos to refer back to. (Are there badges for those of us who watch all 37 flosstube videos in order?!!! haha!) Your hair looks great and red is certainly a great color for you! Thanks again for the video!
I like the idea of badges! Going forward, I am making (and posting) an index each time and I am going back and creating them for the "old" episodes, too.
🤗 Thank you Jean! Take care.
You too!
Thank you
You're welcome!
I just thought of a couple ways you could refer to us in a gender neutral ways.
Y'all lol southern slang and you do live in NC.
Students because you are a teacher this works especially when working on tutorials. Beside we should never stop learning, so always a student in life.
Lastly we could be referred to as friends. Which is a warm and friendly name for all of us.
Then of course to fuss at us calls us brats, kids, or children. Lol just kidding 😂 😅 Had to throw some humor in there.
Also I know it doesn't show... but I am subscribed just so you know.
I have started at the beginning and watching every video. I am learning some very interesting things I didn't know or had forgotten.
Yes, and we have been called "guys" for years. LOL. Enjoy your video as always. Thank you!
Thanks for watching!
This is why I’m not on Facebook. People say the most ridiculous things all in the name of “I’m right and you’re wrong.”
It can get crazy!
Very eloquently said.
Thank you!
I call my female friends guys all the time. Like you said, if he was in the room, you'd change your verbage or say y'all or something. We choose to be offended sometimes. I'm sure the vast majority of people you work with are women. I worked in a quilt shop on a farm. I guess we assume he's there to talk to the farmer, not buy fabric. Most males would clarify that they are shoppers, even if they were with their wives. We need to give a little grace on both sides. Your response was well put. Perception is what it is. We all make assumptions about people until they do something to change it. Live and learn.
Thanks for sharing!
I call my girlfriends You Guys all the time also
We have general purpose phrase "ya' all" or how about you guys! Lol
A southerner by birth and current residence, I was raised with y'all as the common identifier!
I have heard that the word ort was an actual French word that meant a small bit. I’m sorry I don’t remember who said that.
I enjoyed the discussion about addressing male stitchers. I liked the part about males entering a woman’s world, but did agree with you to take the kinder view, which you naturally would if you could see your audience. This was very interesting. Thank you.
It was hard to do but after some self examination I realized that I was guilty of wanting to make someone else feel what I felt in the past even though I sure didn't want to be treated like that myself. Thanks for understanding.
I'd be interested in the source for "ort" as a French word. From my research, the word is not currently in use in the French language.
I’m doing the Jane Hattersley stitch along, but I do not do Facebook for various reasons, is there any other way to have access to the videos? Thank you so much for sharing your wealth of information!!!
I haven't produced any videos about Jane. I did intend to save the Facebook Live gatherings last week but was not able to. I plan to offer a Zoom session in a couple of weeks and will be happy to repeat what I covered on the April 9th gatherings. I'll announce the Zoom gatherings on a FlossTube episode.
Jean will there be a # or special FB group for the Jane Hattersley SAL?
I have an "all purpose" SAL group simply called JFN SAL. I can't keep up with any more groups than I have already. :)
Lovely video. Thank you for the explanation of Orts. I try to think of the framer when sewing, especially back of work.Sometimes I make a better job than others but I love x-stitch and your attitude to good practice. The story of Steve again was lovely. As we grew older life becomes more precious and we have more time to think of what is decent and good. Thank you and keep well.
Thanks for your kind words!
Thank you for your kind, gentle way of addressing a tender subject. Gender issues. You are lovely.
Thanks!
Your story about Steve reminds me of my exercise group at the Y. Larry is the only guy in the class and our leader tries not to call us all ladies.
:)
😊💕
What is your favorite linen Jean?
I couldn't name just one!
❤️❤️❤️
💜
best gender neutral all inclusive pronoun is "ya'll" - maybe that can work?
Why don't you address your audience as "Stitchers" and eliminate ladies or gentlemen?
That's the plan!
ORT = Old Raggedy Thread, lol and Y'all is gender neutral, so is friends, stitchers. needleworkers... just sayin' I so enjoy your videos. 🧵✂💜
Great video! In recent years, I've tried my best to stay away from gendered phrases and pronouns, unless I know for sure that is how that person identifies. There are so many people out there that are transgendered or non-binary and sometimes these phrases can be hurtful. Even in the classroom, I never say "boys and girls" - I say "friends" or "my little nuggets" just because I don't know what they prefer.
Thanks for sharing!