Saltbox Stitcher [Episode 81] "Amana Retreat & Lots More !"

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Wow ! Check out "The Woolen Needle" in Williamsburg, Iowa
A Note from Annette…
"Stitching takes me to my happy place! And I think about all the friends I have made over the past number of years. I look at these friendships as pieces of my Life Quilt. The goal at The Woolen Needle is to continue to inspire and share creativity with everyone who visits the website or walks through our door. I would love to have you join us!"
Website: thewoolenneedl...
Farm Girl Dry Goods Shop
Located in South Central Minnesota
Website: farmgirldrygoo...
Check out Michelle Ruedy unique online shoppe and her favorite "Chloe" !
Michelle was the organizer of the "Fall Gathering-2022" in Amana Iowa and the upcoming "2023 Farm Girl Gathering Spring Retreat featuring Paulette Stewart of Plum Street Samplers"
"La D Da" Designs:
You have to visit Loris' website ! She is dedicated to keeping the "old school girl samplers" alive... Lori's back story for her dedication is inspiring ! Check out her vast design collection
Website: la-d-da.net/in...
From Lori:
"I truly love the old school girl samplers and am inspired by them. They symbolize literacy in a day when most girls were not in a regular classroom. They also taught young girls a skill that could get them ahead of the rest. But they unleashed the creativity of a child - huge flowers, crazy houses, the world through the eyes of a child, most tucked away for many years, but recorded none the less for us to enjoy.
So join me on my journey to create lovely pictures that we can preserve through cross-stitch to remind others many years from now how simple life really is.
Happy stitching always,
Lori
Wonderful Bed & Breakfast where I stayed ! Great food and gracious hospitality...
Website: www.dieheimat.com
Die Heimat Country Inn
4434 V St
Homestead, IA 52236
(319) 622-3937
As you step inside, you'll see a hallway of photos from the past - real people, real events right here in a little utopian village. Die Heimat Country Inn is a simple, but beautiful structure built in 1856, perfectly restored to give you a taste of days gone by while you experience the calm, comfort, conveniences and tranquility of the present.

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@maryellenmcinnis7693 Год назад

Thanks for sharing! Enjoyed it. Yes, let’s vote, this is how we get our chance of democracy in this constitutional republic! Democracy in action, vote, let your voice be heard!

@susanradford9503 Год назад

Fabulous video, as always Carol. I love seeing all your projects and hearing all the chat. Your hubby is just gorgeous - love his comments.

@marynelson6951 Год назад

Well, my dear Carol, you have done it again!!! Now I am on the hunt for Black Bird Abecedarian Series, wow!! Thank you for all of your wonderful suggestions, I will never run out of things I desire to stitch! You and your husband are the best, I absolutely love your interactions, love always shows! Have a wonderful 2 weeks, enjoy your granddaughter's visit. Sending you warm hugs from sunny Arizona.

@rebeccabrigham5557 Год назад

Carol you look absolutely gorgeous! I swear, you have no wrinkles at all! I’m glad you had such a good time at the retreat.

@emilywilliams3237 Год назад

I always look forward to your videos, and I laugh at you, yes, I confess it. You are very funny, witty, and sometimes hilarious. Thanks so much.

@jnbowman481 Год назад

Oh Carol, You two crack me up. He loves You so much.

@juliamansour2072 Год назад

I do believe your hubby .... so sweet ... "I remember everything about you" . He's a keeper. Glad you made your flight. Sounds like you had a great trip and time at the retreat

@InfinityStitcher Год назад

I was giggling, tomato/tomatoe....beautiful stiching and fantastic Flosstube. Loved every second ✨

@beckym6490 Год назад

Thank you for another wonderful video. I love watching them all.

@lindamelz242 Год назад

Love the magic number exchange- very sweet. Great FT. And inspiration.

@recoveringmonogamousstitch1947 Год назад

As always, another wonderful video. I love seeing whatever you love. Thanks for sharing. Best, K

@patwiggers7872 Год назад

Carol, I love it when you talk to yourself and even answer your questions to yourself. I thought I was the only one that did that type of thing. Love to sit and stitch while watching you. Don't stop how you do your floss tubes. You make my day!

@jackietrembley9827 Год назад

Great episode Carol! I enjoyed seeing the wool purchases, your WIPS and your Thanksgiving and Blackbird plans! Have a wonderful couple of weeks.

@zoetaylor4849 Год назад

Snap ... my hubby always does the lights on our tree each year. It was nice to see some of Mr Saltbox 😀 this week.

@lindawhitley1772 Год назад

What fun!!! Thank you so much for sharing.

@vickinoel7493 Год назад

I stitched Thomas many years ago. I stitched him with the DMCs on Aida. Recently I antiqued him so he looks prim! I LOVE him so much,

@judyd7206 Год назад

Besides cross stitch and quilting, I love wool projects !!! OMG the Woolen Needle sounds fabulous, thanks for sharing, I’m off to look them up right now 🌸

@marilynferlitsch2003 Год назад

Great video. Thanks for the Amana review & all of the projects. What great Black bird stash you have! Marilyn

@gleehanson4775 Год назад

Sooooo many pretty 😍 things!

@missdebbie6303 Год назад

Love your husband how playful and sweet yall are together. Yes Laughing I'm from New Orleans.

@robinpollard6085 Год назад

Carol, I enjoyed this so much. I love seeing the beautiful patterns , wips and all the thing you've collected over the years. I probably said this before. Showing seasonal stitching and patterns rock. Tx, Robin

@debbielattuca2439 Год назад

I just discovered your videos and find them very entertaining. I keep a pen and paper near by so I won't miss anything

@karinmonnich3310 Год назад

Love your progress on your wips. Happy stitching!

@lorettahenderson8979 Год назад

Hello to the Saltbox Stitcher’s duo’s, another awesome podcast…so happy you enjoyed Amana retreat…loved the pictures and the beautiful pattern pieces…thanks for the delightful banter…blessings to you both…loved everything you shared ❤❤

@ozarkmtnstitcher Год назад

Things only stitchers say, "I like my turkeys variegated. " Thanks for sharing. It looks like a great retreat with many familiar faces. Beautiful projects as always.

@tinmouse1083 Год назад

Thank you for the info about stitching a thread from the cut or not cut end. I had no idea that was a thing. Stitching while listening to you, tried it, and what a difference! Amazing! 👏👏👏

@FrankieKins112 Год назад

Carol, I always enjoy your videos.

@justinerogers1353 Год назад

Am glad you mentioned your hair, otherwise I would have missed #80, I'd skipped one.

@clarec6659 Год назад

Carol,lovely to visit with you. A little while ago a friend gave me ‘Bluebird of Happiness’ of the Abecedarian series, so want to stitch this. I’d love to stitch them all. Thanks for showing what you received from the retreat. Some wonderful stitching for you. Blessings and happy stitching.

@karenveilleux7176 Год назад

“I remember everything about you”…. How sweet! Thanks for another great video!

@cindyhobson7715 Год назад

You are so blessed, & he is too.

@carlarigel252 Год назад

Thanks for sharing I so love your work.

@kathleenegan4777 Год назад

Thanks for another great video of lovely finishes and 'what's next' projects. Someday I would love to get a retreat such as the one in Amana. Your sense of humor always make me giggle. You and your hubby are too cute.

@clarekalantar Год назад

OMG, you had me laughing out loud when you said you’d give your right hand, and then quickly took that comment back!

@cheriwalker887 Год назад

Happy Thanksgiving and Happy Stitching Carol!

@grmanat Год назад

A few minutes in and so many laughs. ! 🤣 Your husband is so sweet! Can tell he admires you!!! I remember putting buttonholes in winter coat I made in school. There were a few nights of No Doze getting that done! Was at Amana in September for my birthday and now I want to go back!!!

@lisamunchausen7158 Год назад

We need to live for a very long g time to stitch all the things. Very enabling.

@jacquelineboyd1269 Год назад

Great video. Love all the blackbird charts. So glad you showed them. I'm gonna be on a search

@lorrainebergstrom9391 Год назад

Thank you for sharing your great retreat recap, Carol. I loved seeing all the Blackbird Designs Abecedarian series, those are so gorgeous and from my favorite designer. I always enjoy all your videos and you and your husband are absolutely delightful.

@heidrunpineda7950 Год назад

He is so sweet but so are you.

@jeannegiebe2718 Год назад

I always wondered what the difference was between a button hole and a blanket stitch. Thank you!

@barbarahouser Год назад

Great video, Carol! I Love your hubby's comments. It is so nice to have a husband who appreciates our love of stitching...I have a husband who knows what I am stitching and proclaims everything as "Beautiful!" He celebrates my progress & finishes and even makes runs to my LNS to pick up supplies so I can stay home and stitch ( maybe because he doesn't want me to look at new charts LOL) I, too am a Brighton gal and have a treasured collection that I enjoy wearing. It makes me happy when someone recognizes the brand and comments on its unique designs. I have the BBD Abecdarian series and would love to stitch along with you and Lisa starting in January. But I need to get on the stick & start ordering linens! I know you had a wonderful time in Amana and so wish I could travel to retreats. I love watching recaps on youtube so I feel like I I was there! Have a wonderful November and see you again in 2 weeks!🥰

@patriciatoves8181 Год назад

You look so beautiful in Blue

@cleocat8415 Год назад

You two are so cute!

@beverleyfick6143 Год назад

I enjoy your TMI’s!! Enjoyed your video!

@silvergirl7810 Год назад

My husband doesn’t remember what happened yesterday! Lol love ya ❤

@gerryfix1009 Год назад

Love this video!!! Sounds like a great retreat. So many beautiful things you bought. Love those Blackbird designs you showed! You do fantastic work. Interesting to hear about buttonhole and blanket stitch. Keep stitching-love seeing your work. 🍁🍁🍁🌲🌲

@red_river_stitcher Год назад

Perfect afternoon for me! New project and a new Saltbox Stitcher floss tube! Thank you Carol and Mr. Saltbox! Ok. Your hair looked just fine! I didn’t know what you were talking about so I had to go look! Seriously. Your hair looked great! I was also thinking about pulling out Ann Grimshaw. Not sure I can finish her this year but I definitely need to put in some hours. Happy you had fun at your retreat! Sounds like a very fun time!

@kathysmith9129 Год назад

I am sorry I didn’t attend the retreat in Amana this time. Love seeing people that you don’t see except there.

@AllisonNorris13 Год назад

☮️💜

@jonnweiland5802 Год назад

All of the Abecedarian series are easy to find except Rosy Morning takes some hunting. It’s a beautiful series. Looking for seeing your cabinet decorated for fall. Motivational video. Thank you.

@pattydenton8373 Год назад

Another great flosstube! I always love what you have to show. Wow glad you made your plane ok. I have family in Jacksonville N.C. and also in Jacksonville FL. It looks like you got some cute things from your retreat. I wanted to let you know the little glass container is called a salt cellar. I run across them every once in awhile at antique stores. Have a great week and happy stitching!

@genealogylinda9858 Год назад

Love all the Blackbirds!!! I stitched Wild Berries years ago. Another great video.🎉

@saltboxstitcher Год назад

Thank you! 😊

@pattyaltier7234 Год назад

TMI? Never too much TMI from you! Ann Grimshaw is so much bigger than it looks in the picture! It is going to be stunning when it is done. The retreat sounded like it was a lot of fun. Never been to one, but one of these days ....

@lynnblanchard Год назад

Clearly your husband adores you. You are a fortunate woman. I, too, was so loved by my dear Sam.

@julieharden158 Год назад

Carol your floss tube is brilliant. I absolutely loved how you worked out what number floss tube you are doing. I wonder if your hubby is thinking about the next one ! I wonder if your children watch them, I think they would be surprised on their Dads contribution. The retreat looked amazing and how nice is it to visit other shops outside of your area. Great acquisitions. Thank you so much for sharing your time with us. Love and blessings xx

@saltboxstitcher Год назад

No my children (adults) do NOT watch. Maybe when I’m gone!!! Lol

@heartlandstitcher9825 Год назад

Enjoyed your video. Your hubby cracks me up when he gives the clues for the video number! So many beautiful things stitched and to be stitched and to be bought--hoping to stitch! The woolen needle is on my list of places to go. Thanks for your time.

@saltboxstitcher Год назад

You will love that shop!!!

@mariaendermann5056 Год назад

I love Brighton, too!

@prairiestitcher515 Год назад

So … I’m on my second watching… I always watch twice and I wish you could see us as we watch you… apparently for me it’s a full participation activity … you said “ well unless you have the memory of a gnat” and I blurt out “well… maybe I do!!!!” And then you say “ because I do so much finishing (rik rak)” I was drinking my tea and literally snorted! ( because I buy the lady dots pretty things and rarely do my own finishing 🤣🤣🤣) anyway my husband just shook his head at me from across the room. I am certain I’m not the only one who actually answers you !! ❤️

@theresamccormick8647 Год назад

Always an inspiration! Thank you for being you and sharing your stitching with us. I thought of a red, green and white plaid wool for your 3rd tree. Take good care.

@saltboxstitcher Год назад

Great idea! Thanks!!

@marciaclifford7107 Год назад

E Jay & Deb on Sunshine Stitchers this morning were using the term 'investments' instead of 'haul', and I must say, I prefer it. Don't know how that word choice has not come up before. Thanks for the video, Carol.

@wandamccoll3739 Год назад

Carol, your husband just cracks me up!!! I am so impressed that he knew and remembered the date you made that quilt!! Amana sounds like it was another fabulous retreat! Another fabulous video full of stitchy goodness and inspiration! Thanks as always and happy stitching!

@debramcclanahan5674 Год назад

Always a pleasure to watch your videos. I stitch with Pam at a monthly group. So sweet how you and your husband interact; no doubt, you two are on the same wave. I have 11 of the AbeCedarian charts so maybe I will pull them out and stitch along with you. Give me a reason to sort linen.

@zsuzsannaletonai5592 Год назад

Your husband's comments are so kind and touching...it's a rare treasure for a married couple to be in such harmony. Take care of each other! 💕💕

@stitch_u_ation Год назад

Carol - I have seen many people ask about the significance of the date on "Thomas". The date is the very first pardoned turkey from thanksgiving. It was started by Lincoln's cabinet.

@saltboxstitcher Год назад

Interesting!!!

@katherinem7835 Год назад

It is so sweet how you and your husband interact. It's easy to see you are great together ❤️

@cathylounsbury7707 Год назад

Hi Carol! Great video. I would love to do the BBD series, but I don’t have any of those. Maybe Alma will reprint them one day. The kits you got at the Woolen Needle are very fun. That will keep you busy for awhile. I sure enjoyed visiting with you in Amana. Happy stitching til next time! 🪡🧵🪡🍂🍁🍂🍁🎃🦃💛🤎🧡

@saltboxstitcher Год назад

Happy stitching to you too!! You’re my favorite story teller. 😍

@lynnbencic3089 Год назад

Great retreat thank you for sharing. Your husband is a sweetheart!! Wonderful retreat projects and thank you for showing all,those incredible BBD. Happy stitching, Lynn

@LouisaSharp Год назад

Evening Carol, It is very windy with pouring rain, in this part o Scotland U.K. as my son said it was chucking it doon when he came oot from the centre after having his jabs. The quilt has been well loved as we would say here.. I still have the crochet pram cover my mum made for the Silver Cross pram for oor first son he is forty four my goodness how the years fly and we still have the pram... Beautiful gifts to receive at the retreat... I will need to get back to stitching oan Louisa too... I am stitching oan a S.A.L. from Tempting Tangles Designs. Palampore. Tree of Life. I want to finish Jacob's SPIRITS OF THE DEAD by MODERN FOLK EMBROIDERY. for black sampler November this month... Enjoy your weekend with family.. Happiness is stitching / crafting...

@Roberta.SABLEStitchers Год назад

Great retreat recap! I'm hoping to work on the wooly tree today and if I enjoy the process will look into getting the larger kit. I like your idea of using them as a centerpiece. Stay well and happy stitching!

@mountaincraftsstudio Год назад

“I don’t mind if you’re in the room but cover up your face.” 😅😅😅😅😅😅😅😅😅😅😅

@happyhomemaker6422 Год назад

"How bout them apples?" ~ love that saying because it reminds me of my beloved Aunt Helen who said that often. She was a wonderful lady who admired my stitching many years ago. Thank you for taking the time to share with us. Have a great time with your granddaughter. :)

@kathrynbosler Год назад

Thank you for another great video…. And let Mr. Saltbox know that he really adds to my enjoyment of your introductions.

@anneshaheen3188 Год назад

I hand pieced,quilted & bound all by hand a full size quilt for each of my 3 children. It was important to me to do a quilt the old fashioned way. Some day my grandkids and great grandkids can touch the stitches that I put in one by one by hand.

@Longfellowstitcher Год назад

I love your humor!!! Your husband is so supportive as well!

@sarabrunsvold2461 Год назад

Everything is just gorgeous!!! What a collection!!! Glad you had such fun at Amana!!!!

@faeriepabich6414 Год назад

What I love most about your videos is the absolute feeling that I’m sitting across from you with a glass of tea and we’re just sharing friend time! You are my inspiration, Miss Carol. Amana sounds fabulous. Thanks again for everything!❤

@susiekepley2536 Год назад

Hello Miss Carol!! Glad to see you got to the airport escorted by the lovely Christine and Roberta!! I think everyone at our table probably went home and ordered that bag pattern. Sorry I didn't get to say goodbye but we needed to get home. Kaye's mother passed away on Monday, so sad. ❤️

@saltboxstitcher Год назад

I know!! I’m praying for her as the next few days are going to be rough!! Hope you’re doing ok!!!😘I was hoping it wasn’t something I said. Hahaha!!!🤪

@stitchybecky7510 Год назад

I’m only a few minutes in, but I have to tell you, although Calliope is usually pronounced kuh-lai-uh-pee, the musical instrument as it was used in the circus was pronounced cal-ee-ope by circus folks back in the day!There’s your interesting trivia for the day;)

@saltboxstitcher Год назад

Haha!!! Thank you!

@loisdorrell2208 Год назад

Me! Raising my hand not wanting the wool! I’m allergic…just the word "wool" makes me itch! But what you have chosen will be lovely! Sounds like a great retreat!

@asia1469 Год назад

What a delightful retreat - thanks for sharing. I was delighted to see (I believe) Suzette from Primitive Stitcher video fame. Did you get a chance to discuss her future flosstubing. I always enjoyed her sessions and even now go back and watch them. Hopefully she'll return one day soon. Terry in So. California

@janeseevers2274 Год назад

Always love your flosstube and of course, you are #1 for inspiration!!! I didn’t love all the commercial interruptions!

@grandmastraw Год назад

Awwwww…..your husband is so sweet. Thanks for sharing the Amana retreat with us. It was very fun to see the pictures and your purchases. Blessings and take care.

@sararichards518 Год назад

You are the best enabler! But you are also an inspiration. I had stopped stitching because I’ve been I’ll, watching you has brought me back again. Thank you for all the inspiration Carol. 💕💐

@texstylust Год назад

I have the entire Abecedarian series except for Rosy Morning No. 09. I could never locate a copy of it. I suppose that really shouldn’t stop me from stitching the rest and maybe I can borrow it from the BBD Library. Sooo many good stitches in that series! I did well at The Woolen Needle and even at Primitive Gatherings; but dropped a bundle at Country Sampler with three quilt kits and some extra kitted goodies. I was sweating the weight of my suitcase, but it came out to exactly 50lbs. 😂

@saltboxstitcher Год назад

Yay you!!! Can’t wait to see your CS haul!!!

@bettyross4807 Год назад

I loved hearing about your Amana trip! You had such great variety to talk and show us about. Thank you!

@gailblain5282 Год назад

Carol - Lori also influenced me to purchase that kit and I’ve never worked with wool 😂. Hoping to get to a Farmgirl retreat one of these days since I’m only 1 state over in Nebraska - on the waitlist for spring! Blessings!

@stitchinginhighheels9529 Год назад

I had to laugh when you said that you have no business buying new charts.. every time I look in my stash I think the same thing.. but somehow when I see a new chart, those thoughts are nowhere to be found! lol

@alicepark2051 Год назад

I loved the black bird design - forget me not! So, I went to eBay to hunt for it. Yes, I can buy it, but they are asking $ 175.00 for just the pattern! Wow!

@saltboxstitcher Год назад

Oh my!!!

@jeanakimball5691 Год назад

Another great video Carol. You are very modest but your influence is worldwide. I hear you mentioned everywhere on floss tube. In fact you are so well known that they don't even bother to mention your last name. I say all of this to encourage you to use your influence on Blackbirds Designs for a reprint of the Abecedarian series. I am new this year to cross stitch. I noticed this series right away and started trying to collect the individual patterns. I have only found five of them in a year's time. They are impossible to find, especially the first one (still have not found it!) Just a suggestion.... I know your voice carries "weight" and influence! Love you either way!!! The notification of a new video from you brightens my day every time!! Hugs!

@saltboxstitcher Год назад

My understanding is that when the original Loose Feathers began, it was designated a club and was exclusive to the shops that participated in the club. In other you couldn’t purchase those charts unless you were in the club. So I don’t know if it was a legal thing or not. Many of us have asked Alma if any of the Loose Feathers series would be rereleased and Alma simply says maybe. Since Barb passed a year and half ago, I’m sure Blackbird Designs will not be the same. 😫

@debrastiefel6285 Год назад

Just wanted to say that I love your floss tube! Love your sense of humor and have binged all your videos. I also sew, love the woolen kits and have made quite a few. I will be retiring in a year and look forward to stitching more. It is because of you and other floss tubers that I have found my love of cross stitching again so Thank You!

@carolfunicelli5016 Год назад

Thanks for another great video! I too got the Abcedarian series back in '14-'15. I completed 4 of the 12 but there are several more I'd like to get back to. Not using the called for fabrics as I'm not fond on the 30 ct but I LOVE the samplers. Thanks for the inspiration to go get them back out. I'm thinking Summer Harvest needs to see the light of day very soon.

@JaniceGDavis Год назад

It’s a great Friday when I wake up to find another video from you! I have a full day with my eight year old grandson but I know the minute I get home this afternoon I have something to look forward too!!

@joyh8373 Год назад

I'd say you were a "dedicated" stitcher!

@deborahbrown6061 Год назад

I love the interaction between you and your husband! The salt saver reminded me of my grandmother's Christmas table because she had one at each place setting! Thank you for the memory jog!!

@heidrunpineda7950 Год назад

Oh well, s..t happens😎

@idettechinlund3547 Год назад

hi Carol- you are a really beautiful couple 😊 ‘ humor is the spice of life’

@michelegibbs9261 Год назад

I just enjoy you and your husband interacting! He needs to make a full appearance in one of your videos. Thank you for sharing your projects and plans, you truly are inspiring.

@kimkincaid5257 Год назад

BBD Rosy Morning and Summer Harvest are OOP and can only be found on the secondary market, but they are pricey. One of them recently went for over $65. The rest can still be found in various shops online.

@debradawson3051 Год назад

Carol, I enjoyed your Flosstube so much, all the interesting wool projects, samplers, Amanda review and your wonderful sense of humor. I noticed a few comments about the ads and I did not have the same experience; lately I have had so many ads on other Flosstubes that it really interferes with the flow of information and enjoyment. RU-vid offers ad free for a price but I’m not sure what the cost is. Thank you and your sweet hubby for all the effort and time it takes to prepare, record and clean up after these informative, entertaining and enabling videos.