I live in Scotland and my channel is all about cross stitching. I work on small fabric counts and mainly prefer full coverage designs. I like to share my patterns and progress, plus offer useful tips.
My online community hub - The Stitchy Witch Discord Community discord.gg/7SWHkvmqxf - IDiscord is a free app. We have rooms for stitching updates, SALS, challenges and competitions plus many more.
Some of my favourite designers are Heaven and Earth Designs, Riolis, Dimensions, Artecy, Merejka. My most preferred count for larger full coverage pieces is 20/25 count Evenweave or 22 count Hardanger.
I have Mirabilia's The Christmas Fairy that I plan on stitching on 16 ct Aida, will be my Christmas in July only stitch. Hope I can complete in one month
I have a suggestion I am on the spectrum. My advice is let him try a head I love all crafts and maybe that could help calm the process make sure you do daily even if its half an hour! That way it's in the routine. But anything crafty would be good cause then you can be you but also have fun with your son just a suggestion for the summer time
Hey girl! Please do just come and chat!! Your voice is very gentle and calming. Doesn't really matter about your stitching. I enjoy listening, and you seem to have the ability (it's a gift!) to talk and keep talking about anything and everything and keep my interest. Seems like I know you really in real life and would love to sit and have tea/g&t chat and catch up with you one day!
Wow!!! I clicked on you video, I was so happy that I did ! You have a big heart, and all the things you mentioned you delivered very delightfully I can relate to many ♥️ stitching is stunning 😍
Hello I'm dealing with exactly the same at the moment it's very hard and draining.. my stitching has plummeted. Hope things get easier for you all.. congratulations on your kinkade finishes it's beautiful x
Have you tried having him set a timer for 25 minutes to do work then break for 5 minutes. Then do it again. I have done this while studying and it helped me. Makes it feel less overwhelming. I am not on the spectrum but I remember feeling overwhelmed by how much I needed to study at the end of the school year. That method of study helps make it feel easier to manage. Instead of having to try and concentrate for hours, you just start with 25 minutes. Once you start to see the work pile lower (metaphorically) it can give you confidence to keep going. Your finish is beautiful. Sending hugs and hope things get easier soon.
If you ever need someone to talk to I'm here 💕 no one really realises how exhausting it is being a mummy to additional needs children. I hope it gets better for you 💓
First , let me say thank you for your honesty in posting this video. Please feel free to do what you feel is right for you and your son. I am sorry he is having such a hard time. My prayers and support for your family through this difficult time. I hope the class you are attending will help, if not, I hope you are able to find a support group as I have found being with others in same or similar situations helps.Take care❤
Congratulations on your finish. Its beautiful. As far as the hard time you are having, I definitely understand. You do what you have to do to keep yourself going. However, if you dont have stitching to show and you want to just come on and talk then please do so. We will talk back to you and do our best to encourage you and help you if possible. This is a great community from what I have seen. Im praying things get better soon and that you get the support that you need for your son as well as yourself.
Hi Carla, Congrats on home the ownership! That's a real milestone! When I listen to you I feel a connection as you are like me. I too hate crowds. I think crowds are so noisy and not always as polite as they should be. I see you as introspective and one who thinks deeply. I love that. You can come on anytime you have time or when you feel low. I have two ears...no waiting. You're first in line.
Wow, I resonate with so much of what you're saying. Trying to put a brave and happy face on everything takes soooo much effort! We took my son out of school at 12 yo, he suffers from anxiety and OCD and school were no help at all. I never saw home schooling coming, it threw me into a pit of depression and despair, and I could see no way out. Everyone said I was so amazing doing that, but what choice did I have? He is now 18 and has no formal qualifications as he cannot face the trauma of sitting an exam. He is intelligent, practical and caring but without those pieces of paper I wonder what his future will bring. We live in rural Sussex and he does not drive, too traumatic also. How will he ever get a job and enough income to support a family, bus services are sparse. Schools assume one size fits all and it certainly does not. They do not have the resources anyway to cope. I am struggling with my own mental health too, it's so hard. Words of advice for you....? I've only just discovered your channel so I don't know your personal circumstances, do you have a partner or your son's father who can help relieve your burden? The course you're doing sounds a step in the right direction, are you going with someone or on your own? As far as stitching is concerned, it must be kept as your own downtime, your "me" time, forget RU-vid until you are ready. Know this though, we'll all be here when you return, waiting. I hope things improve for you and your son.
Hi😊 I cannot imagine what you're going through, but it must be very overwhelming. Stay strong! I wish you all the best! And when you'll feel like, we'll be here waiting for your videos❤
Good video, and thanks for sharing - I love your Home for the Holidays finish - you do such beautiful work! My best observations - go with the joy - we all need it in our lives, we all deserve it and we all put it on the back burner - when you need it most, pull it out and work on it! Allow yourself and don't let your goals interfere, unless you find more joy in the finish! I know you have spoken of the Happy Village and that that is what it brings to you... thinking your way all day and wish you joy!
I’ve just found your channel I’m from Australia and love your content looking forward to seeing you at a later date. Wishing you all the best and hope that you will look after yourself especially your mental health. We will all be here when you feel able to return ❤
As a friend.. friends support each other in joyous times, and support in challenging times. If a break is needed, I for one support you, will think of you and pray for good will on your world and will look forward to your updates. Keep on stitching. It’s our therapy, it’s our time to slow our brains down and reassess. It’s meditation.
From one autism mum to another I send you a heartfelt hug and understanding. My boys are 12 yrs next month and 8 yrs. They both have autism and the youngest is also ADHD. The thing that gets me about trying to care and meet their needs is that you’re expected to have this extra time where you can research and fill out a million forms to get the extra help you need, and also study to get your unofficial degree in spectrum studies also- when your entire day is already chockablock with just trying to get everyone through it as safely and happy as possible, whilst trying to keep a roof over your head and food in people’s tummy’s. My heart really does go out to you as we’re approaching those teenage years and tbh I’m quite apprehensive on how those extra hormones are going to go! I hope you gain some peace soon, and best wishes for your son and his exams. Much love xx
It was such a brave and honest video. You are a very strong person to have spoken about this. We all have challenges and times when our hobbies have to take a back seat but we will find them waiting for us when we get back there. You need to look after you and your family who are incredibly lucky to have you! I’ve been going through a tough time lately and your videos have helped me create a calm space when I needed it. I’ve listened to lots of your old stitch with me. The calmness and serenity within them was just what I needed. It will be great to see you, however, whenever you can or want to. Take care of yourself xx
Congratulations on your finish. I think you are wise to change your focus. Less decisions on this as you have to make adjustments and decisions in your important family life. I will enjoy seeing your butterfly ornament.
I would watch your videos even if you don't have any stitching in them. Everybody is lonely in their own corner of this world, we all seek company of the ones we share values, hobbies, likes. I sincerely hope you can make time for yourself too, please remember to take care of yourself. Love your content❤
I sort of know what you mean with your son. Be encouraged. It WILL get better. I don't have a sone but I went through this myself. The solution is to keep doing what your doing now. Bc of my parents constant love and motivation, I overcame it. I learned to deal with distraction. Your son will also learn to deal with it.
I loved the demo your hubby presented. He said the name of the cat was Totto. I like Misty better. Really cute and beautiful cat. Bet she loves her mamma (mum in the UK).
I'm sorry to hear about your son's current struggles. I'm not sure if you are aware that every school in Edinburgh has an Educational Psychologist assigned to them to help guide and assist teachers and parents in these situations. Parents are invited to contact the Ed Psychs directly if they have concerns. Their phone number and email are on their website (RU-vid won't allow me to post those details). Good luck x PS your Home for the Holidays finish is gorgeous
Wow, thanks so much for your honesty and courage. I, also, have a son on the spectrum. An awful lot of what you described in this video struck a chord within me because they are the same thoughts and feelings that I had. My son is now 31, so I’m here to say that you will get through it. I think the important thing to remember is that you have to do what’s right for your son AND you. That’s all that matters. Undue pressure for either of you isn’t going to help anything. I would never have the nerve to tell everyone what you did and I applaud you for that! I also think that love is the key, and that is what will get you through. I wish I was closer (I’m in Canada) so I could give you a big hug. Please take care and I’m here anytime if you need to talk!!!
Home for the holidays is beautiful! Take good care of yourself and your family. They are most important. As you said: stitching is a hobby and you do you the way it suits you best at any time. I really enjoy your videos and one of the most important parts for me, next to your projects, is you being you. If it gives you breathing space leave the video's for what they are (might be a Dutch expression, I'm not sure) and spend your time with your loved ones, especially the ones that need you most, and some stitching if you have the energy and time. We'll see you again when you are ready to be back. ❤ and take care!
Congrats on your finish.🎉 it's gorgeous 😍.I find just being around for your kids as you say is helpful even if you dont even realise it. As an Autistic myself I wish mine checked on me more at 16 as i struggled so bad with depression at the time and got severe burnout that took me years to recover from, i was also undiagnosed at the time and was doing mainstream as everyone else. I tried to get support when I went to college but was clueless on what was going g to help. Thankfully fir uni, i was diagnosed during this and disclosed it and the helped me fond the help I needed. I have people telling me ti get my memory checkesd as I xan forget but its actually a concentration issue not a memory( i used have fab recall as a child and nearly photographic memory unfortunately my burnout caused a huge lack in many areas). I need work more on my HAED SAL.
I’m new to full coverage and have a question for you. The pattern I have does not show any half stitches and yet I’m watching you do all half stitches. Is this called for in your pattern? I’ve watched numerous videos and most of the full coverage stitchers do the same. Is there a reason for this or is there something I’m missing? Any help you can give me will be appreciated.
Hi there, in most full coverage patterns, half stitch is an optional choice unless specified. It's a little quicker for huge charts generally. Best thing to do is gather some samples of different count fabric and try it out with 1strand (on very small holes) two strands on 14/16/18 count etc and just see what suits you. You might just prefer a full cross after all, which is totally fine. Hope that helps.
Beautiful finish ❤It will look amazing framed! My son finished highschool last year and it became a bit of a struggle for him. But we ended up deciding that as long as he tried his best with or without studying - his choices, it was ok. There are many different ways to get to where they want to go in life after school and as long as we have a goal and a plan its all ok. This lifted the stress from him and us. They are just kids and the pressure to do well right now because apparently it will dictate the rest of their life - is a huge pressure. Not to mention the other pressures of being a teenager. Most people have no idea what they want to do in life at this age and many young adults I have spoken to have said that they hated the pressure and sleepless nights they had back then and it got them nowhere because they burnt themselves out with stress. A lot of these kids ended up just getting a job for a while until they figured out what to try next. You are not alone x you are being an amazing Mum for helping and supporting him. I hope you guys can navigate through this phase together minus the stress.
Family is first. And we are all your Stitchy FRIENDS! You come and talk and share whenever you want. Maybe a couple Stitch with Me video where you can stitch and talk, and we can send love and support and stitch along with you. Congratulations on your finish!!! That is awesome! I just started my second Full Coverage project. Need to finish the first one. Take care and look forward to seeing you again. We will be here.
Your finish looks beautiful. I agree that being there for your son is important at this stage in his life. I love your videos and your beautiful WIPs. I understand wanting to take a break. You need to take care of your son. I hope one day to seeing you come back.
The Kincaid is beautiful! Congratulations on a finish. Now you have me considering stitching one! I’ve started Happy Village after seeing yours 😂. Teenagers are not easy under the best of times. Just being there and continuing to learn all you can about what he is going through is good. Schools and teachers do not always have the time and understanding needed for student needs and attention individually. It can be so frustrating as a parent.
