Great fun. Great projects to see. Really liked the gift of the scissors case. The mouse design with a cat charm! Wish I had a LNS. Have a needlepoint shop 70 minutes away with limited cross stitch but they have 10yd skeins of Gentle Arts floss. Keep stitching
Brenda, so sorry you lost your loyal and furry Scottie, Bailee. Being a Scottie I know she was a sweet girl and brought you lots of joy during her 13 years. You know that Scotties do leave paw prints on your heart and I pray that you will find comfort in all the good memories. Laura, I think we should have a Trick or Treat SAL. I love that pattern and have been meaning to start it for ages. Also, I agree 100% about buying DMC and all one can from your LNS. I am getting so excited about going to "The Attic" for Summer School. I'm sure I won't get a wink of sleep the night before, not that I am going to get much as my flight leaves at 5:40 AM!!! I will have to use toothpicks to prop my eyes open so I can stitch on the plane. LOL And yes, you both inspired me! Thank you!
I started watching then I stop, then I start watching. My daughters had to go back to their homes in Mich, and Georgia. I lost my husband the 16 of July this year suddenly, I’m lost, and I’m so lonely, I have tried to go into sewing room, I just can’t it seems, then I have gotten my cross stitch out in my chair in the living room, especially late at night, I just don’t what to do. But my hubby would sit in the living room hearing my you tubers and he would get so tickled at me because I laugh, so hard, so sitting here listening to you both, makes me smile, you are a blessing to watch. I enjoy so much, ty for being on here,
I am so, so sorry for the loss of your husband. I know this will mean nothing to you right at this moment but I PROMISE YOU, things (your feelings, your motivation for life, your memories) will get better with time- it has for me. Just please, please hang in there and know that the stitching community is rooting for you. Give yourself time, as much time as YOU need.
Oh, Paula, I'm so sorry. My husband passed away January 2, 2021 after a long bout with Parkinson's. I knew what was coming so it wasn't unexpected, but it is so difficult to have your life turned upside down. I knew what "we" liked to watch on TV or read or do, but I was clueless about what "I" liked to do. Please give yourself grace and do things when you feel like it. I found flosstube to be a real comfort--like having loving friends over whenever I wanted a chat. I would turn it on during meals so I didn't have to eat alone. I am a quilter but didn't work on a quilt for 12 months. I did do cross stitch, but found I had to work on smalls on easy to see fabric. I was so easily distracted. It's okay to have days when it doesn't seem you have accomplished anything--you need to give your soul time to heal. If something feels overwhelming, put it aside for now. I did try to keep to a schedule and went to church regularly. I wrote in a gratitude journal every day--at least one thing that I was grateful for. I focused on fixing healthy, balanced meals and tried to take a short walk almost every day. Sometimes that was all I could get done. Some of the hard things, I waited until a close family member was with me so I didn't do them alone. We are a loving, caring, stitching community. We are here for you. Wishing and hoping all the best as you begin a new chapter in your life. Hugs.
Ty everyone, I’m just having such hard time, I know he wouldn’t want me to stop enjoying my cross stitching or my sewing room, I just right now I just don’t have the wants I don’t want to do anything. I’m just so very sad, he was the love of my life, my soulmate. I feel my heart is ripped in half, I don’t feel whole, but I pray and I know the good Lord will help me, and all my crafty friends will too.
Dear Paula...you have our deepest sympathy on the loss of your husband. Such a loss that is hard to bear. We are hoping that in the days to come your stitching brings you comfort and peace. We are with you in spirit and carrying you in our hearts.
Oh it was so good to sit and hear your cheery voices. And I’m all inspired to pick up a needle again. It’s been a while and I had stopped watching all my flosstube and stitching for quite a while. Life man. It’s been hard. But something changed this week and I had a need to see and hear you and I tell you, it did my heart and soul good. And I now have two project bags out that I’m “reviewing” the contents. Thank you. I needed a little Brenda and Laura.
Hi ladies I so enjoyed your video this week and of course I must add my condolences Brenda, for your loss of Bailey -I am sure that Bailey is in happy heaven chasing all the squirrels and having a wonderful time -pets bring such wonderful joy to our lives. And as always, of course thanks for all the enabling and all the great ideas and encouragement -i so enjoy your flosstubes.. happy stitching Cheers !
oh my goodness, the joy i have from viewing your flosstube! you both are the "best". You cheer me, inspire me, and give me such delight. "freed the threads" is hysterical! sending you both my heartfelt thanks.
Thank you so much for sharing your time with us. You bring joy to so many people and your friendship is beautiful to see. Have a great few weeks love and blessings xx
Wow, another inspiring video with lots of beautiful things!! I was going to name them but too many wonderful things to name!! You both are such a blessing to watch. It is fun to watch & be inspired or tempted 😘 to get & make all the things!! Thank you so much for sharing your stitching, whips, haul, & gifts with us! Thank you also for including the shops, Etsy sites, clubs, Instagrams, & FlossTubes with us! I learn something every video! Have a great two weeks!!❤️🥰😘
Well I had to go get a Vintage Cat pincushion !! so stinkin cute thank you for sharing that. Love everything you two are working on.. I get my DMC at my shop her prices are actually cheaper than the box stores.
Hello, I am not sure why RU-vid was hating on me but I didnt see your FlossTube until today. I enjoyed it greatly. I am always so inspired to see all the beautiful work behind you and just the vibes of your friendship. You both are blessed to have that.
Laura, I loved how you flung the fabric for "dramatic effect", that was awesome. Brenda, I have so many projects kitted that I need to go through and "free the thread." LOL!! Enjoyed the video, love you guys. Happy stitching!
Always so much inspiration and joy from you ladies! Brenda... your Ellen Barber finish is just glorious and Laura I just love seeing you flitting where the stitching spirit takes you!! Thanks for making my stitching time sparkle... lots of love!
You two are always the highlight of my Sunday afternoons. Love your stitching, your laughter, your enabling, and, most importantly, your shared friendship. Thank you for another stellar episode! Laura, I received four of those Tooth Fairy pillows this week for my four great granddaughters. They are adorable! And, dear Brenda, I am so sorry about your sweet Bailee. Pets are such important parts of our family and it is so hard to lose them. I know you both love going to retreats, but you are missed when you’re gone! Happy Stitching!
Sunday night used to be the worst day when working, now that I retired is the best night as get to watch you girls on YT… and lots of other favorites upload Sunday too… As much as I love the big houses…Would you talk to all your designer friends to make some samplers with one story houses , must be some out there…Fun enabling as always …have a good 2 weeks
I agree Brenda, I NEVER have to buy another thing the rest of my life. But those designers keep coming up with more beautiful charts to take me down another rabbit hole. 😂😳
Thank you for the video! Your stitching is amazing. Love all of the starts and Brenda’s finish. Laura your schooming is epic 😁…thank you for sharing all of your haul and gifts. Always a joy! Happy stitching
Brenda, I’m so sorry about the loss of your sweet Bailey. Our dogs bring such joy and richness to our lives. Thank you for sharing your wonderful stitching goodness.
I’ve been enabled thank you very much😁! You gals make me happy just seeing your smiling faces and all the beautiful stitching you do! Keep doing what you’re doing as we love you both❤️. I just joined a sampler FB group as I am getting interested in doing samplers in my future. The colors in some HATS patterns lately speak to the quilter in me too! Enjoy your week ahead!
I got to go to an LNS (The Stitching Bee in Green Bay) and I felt so inspired from weeks of watching your FlossTube that I bought about ten new projects. ❤️❤️❤️
Another wonderful video! I’ve been on vacation and off social media for the week but now catching up and you guys were my first video! Love everything you both show! #enablers 😂💛🪡
You ladies make my Sunday...You also enabled me to go buy a pincushion...:) So sorry about the loss of your dog...loss both of mine last year 1 week apart...a heartbreak as thought I still had a few months left with one. The loss never gets easier no matter how many dogs you have in a lifetime, they are each special. Enjoy the retreats!
Hi Ladies! You two are a hoot and a holler! I just love that little Home Sweet Home sampler, Brenda!! So sweet. And Laura, you have some beautiful colors in the samplers you are stitching on. You are inspiring and creating a state of H&H! Sally outdid herself on the stitching accoutrements she made for you!!!!! I can hopefully get my grubby little hands on a set when she makes some to sell! Stay cool and happy stitching til next time!! 🪡🧵🪡🌞🌼🌸🐝🍅🍓💕💕💕
Excellent video ladies. So sorry for your loss Brenda. Laura you crack me up with your terms like gauzing and 36ness. Laura, check out Erica Michaels Twinkle Berry chart, they are perfect for new baby gifts. Happy stitching lovely ladies!!
I've been watching this is bits and pieces and finally finished! I like to savor the good ones LOL. Fantastic projects and serious enabling once again ladies! You rock! Love you both!! Hugs from NE Ohio.
Free the floss and right on time cuckoo - Great and fun FT. Brenda your stitching and hemstitch finish is Beautiful and Laura your starts are too. Always inspiring - Thank you
Another wonderful flosstube! Adding some charts to my ever growing list! So great that you share info on other flosstubes and designers - such a fabulous community. And the card Laura received from a young fan - so sweet!
Always a pleasure to watch you ladies. Laura, Katie Strachan has a floss tube tutorial on all the different silk threads with comparisons on how to use them. It's very informative.
Dear Brenda I am so very sorry for the loss of your sweet Bailey. Thank you and Laura for another fun and inspiring episode. I never miss watching! Ginny
Wow...what a fun packed video! I have added so many charts to my Wish List and now have new Etsy Shops to check out and new Flosstubers to watch. You girls are the best and share so much with us! Thank you for taking time to inform & entertain us who are fellow cross stitch lovers. I know it takes a lot of time to prepare & organize for these videos. Your work is much appreciated...but I wish I could watch one every week (maybe a retirement plan??) Have a great week and see you in two!
Broken record here…sooo entertaining AGAIN! Y’all spoil me cause I have a blast watching, then i have to wait weeks, months, years before the next one. Hugs to you both, Jeannette
Holy moly you two! I’m watching today while walking on the treadmill and I’m not getting much of a workout because I have to keep stopping so I can make notes on my iPad! Awesome enabling this video! Love Brenda’s finish - such pretty colors! And from where I’m watching, the hem stitching looks fine 😉. Laura - you really were “shooming” a lot these past few weeks! Have a wonderful couple of weeks!
Laura, Thanks for showing the Tooth Fairy pillows. We just found out this week that my niece is expecting her first baby in early January. Have a good couple of weeks both of you.
So sorry to hear about Bailey, Brenda. I know that is a huge hole in your home and your heart. You guys never fail to inspire and entertain - thanks for this great video!
Love you guys, you’re so fun to watch. I’m a big Katie Strachan fan too and I’m 2-2 on her kits, it’s fun to try a totally different spin on the patterns she kits up. Her surface embroidery is amazing. Laura, I paused and bought the thread pack for Live on Little, lol……enable on ❤️
Love the new 1080 camera ladies. I can see everything so vividly! Brenda I’m so sorry you’re going through your loss at this time. It’s so hard losing the ones we love. My heart goes out to you and I hope you find comfort in knowing we all care so much for you and Laura. Great episode with all the loveliness.
Thank you for adding some fun and brightness to my day. As usual, lots of pretty things you're working on or plan to. Laura, Katie has two video recent tutorials on her channel that talks all about the different kinds of silks and how and where you use them. The silks you got look luscious, such pretty colours. Have a happy and healthy next couple of weeks to both of you :)
Brenda, your cuckoo clock has the best timing 😄! Laura, I have been unsettled on my projects too so I understand just what you meant about yours. Thanks for sharing your time and stitching!
What would our worlds be like without friends on both the sublime days and the devastating days... always love to see your friendship and creative love 💕
I also stopped and started watching about a dozen times today. So many things to check out before I forget as I forgot to have pencil and paper beside me. Brenda, so sorry to hear about Bailey. I do like the new glasses-pink is a good color for you. I found so much inspiration in todays samplers. I really, really like the bright ones and the ones done in red. Have fun at Summer School and bring all of us back some eye candy.
Hi! Started the video, stopped the video, schoomed, came back to the video…. And I sure hope I can make it through the rest of video without schooming!! Love all the projects and plans and haul and just everything. Thanks for the video and inspiration! Happy Stitching!!!
What a video of deliciousness and joy!!! Laura, I immediately ordered The Flight by Notforgotten Farm. I loved its dedication to you. Brenda, everything you stitch inspires me. So exciting about Barrie’s FlossTube. It was great. Love you both to pieces.
