Finally a sewing stitch tutorial that’s easy to understand! And the video tips were useful too. I had no idea the playback speed could be slowed down! That’s useful on this video and will be on many others. Many people go too fast when demonstrating a technique and replaying it isn’t helpful at times. Even the tic-tac-toe imagery when stitching on linen is very helpful. I haven’t tried that yet, but baby steps…LOL

I just found you I’m coming back after a long hiatus. I always used the poke method. I’m going to try this . Thank you !

I have to agree with you about starting my rows at the bottom and working upwards in order to produce nicer stitches. I JUST discovered this and it`s because when I work up I am coming up for a new stitch in the upper right corner(which has no sitches yet in it) and then going down in the lower left, which is going “against” the stitch below that is already in that hole (as Jan Hicks referred to them as “clean” and dirty” holes). When I try to come UP in a hole that already has 2 legs of 2 different crosses in it (a dirty hole”) I risk coming up IN one of those existing threads, causing it to split and the stitch then looks bad. So to sum up, come up in holes where no stitches already exist and go down in holes where stitches already exist.

This is the only video I’ve found where I could actually see what you were doing. Most people go way too fast with the stitches. Thanks for making a video that is so helpful.

This is the best tutorial I have seen for the sewing method! Thank you.

Great video. I used to use the sewing method but after carpal tunnel and trigger finger surgery both hands are really weak. I now need a scroll frame and floor stand. I stitch slowly but tell myself it is ok because I am burning more calories by reaching up and down under my fabric for each stitch. There is always a positive. 😊

@KittenStitcher

6 жыл бұрын

That is a good attitude! I am sorry to hear you've had some medical troubles with your fingers and hands, but it sounds like you are a persistent stitcher and have found a good technique for you -- happy stitching! - T

Your demonstration was perfect! I have been stitching in hand since 1986 when I took a class with Darlene O’Steen and she showed us how to stitch in hand. I have tried frames, etc., but they are so uncomfortable to me and all the fussing around with turning them, re-tightening them and getting re-situated after you finish a thread frustrates me. I agree that good tension is key and stitchers will get better at their tension with practice. You are correct about when stitching over-one, the sewing method does not make the stitches lay correctly, but you can still stitch from the top of your work using the stab method. Thank you for sharing “our” method with the stitching community, Theresa-you did a great job explaining it.

@KittenStitcher

6 жыл бұрын

Aw, thanks Caroline! That is so kind of you! Lucky you for getting to take a class with Darleen O'Steen! I bet that was fun. I see the allure of frames and such, but it is a burden, sometimes, to have to lug all of that equipment around. Stitching in hand is so ... easy! Happy stitching!!! - T

That was excellent, Theresa. I was born a stab stitcher, and I'll probably die one, but I would definitely refer others to this video if they wanted to try it--clear, concise, demonstrated, fun.

@KittenStitcher

6 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much! Ya gotta stitch how ya gotta stitch! - T

Awesome tubtorial! I use this method with a hoop or frame and you are absolutely correct on loosening the fabric tension. Works like a charm! Thanks again for sharing with this fantastic community! Suzette x

@KittenStitcher

6 жыл бұрын

Hey Suzette! Jen and I were just talking about you today! (All good, of course!) Can't wait for your next video! - T

I learned to stitch in hand in the 70's but got caught up in the q-snap frenzy in the 90's and never enjoyed stitching as much after that. I didn't realize until I watched your video that the enjoyment I miss is stitching in hand using the sewing method. Thank you for a great tutorial which I have already watched 3 times. I watch you faithfully and look forward to your posts.

Thank you Theresa! I enjoy alternating some projects by using the sewing method to give my wrists a break. Always enjoy your videos. I just finished the "Let You Heart Be Light" project from Katrina Boyd's Retreat! Such a joy to stitch. Blessings to you....Renee

@KittenStitcher

6 жыл бұрын

Cool -- glad you enjoyed the project! I use the ol' poke and stab method for over-one and silk gauze embroidery (as well as specialty stitches.) Have a great rest of the weekend - T

Fantastic, thanks. Definitely starting when I have a new start. Life is a continual learning process, isn't it!!! You are a natural teacher!

@KittenStitcher

6 жыл бұрын

Aw, thanks, that is so sweet! Yes, we can continue learning every day if we just watch and listen. Take care my dear - T

Excellent tutorial! Thank you.

Wow! This is awesome thanks so much for the tutorial!

Thank you!!! You explained it perfectly!

I love your fur family!

Great Video!!! TY!!! I love seeing your BEAUTIFUL KITTIES!!! They are ADORABLE!!! 🐾💗🐾

Fantastic video!!!! Great demo!!!

No rules. Do what works for you...I agree. I also enjoy seeing how others go about their stitching. I find it interesting,. Thank for this tutorial. You did great job.

@KittenStitcher

6 жыл бұрын

Well thanks! It is fun to see -- and isn't it interesting that even though we're all "just making X's" -- we do it all in different ways? Stay out of trouble! - T

Really liked this tutorial, stitches and stitching easy to see.

Loved your video, you explained it very well. Thank you.

Thank you for sharing your technique 💕

Thank you for showing me this. I will try this when I get a chance.

Love the sewing method...the best tutorial for this method...thank you, Teresa!

Very helpful tutorial, thank you! 😊

Thank you for the tutorial, I have not stitched for years so appreciate the update.

Great tutorial! Love your sweet napping stitching buddy! Your tic tac toe board description of linen is perfect!

Thank you! Very helpful video!

Mind blown!! Thx for the tut! Connie

@KittenStitcher

5 жыл бұрын

You betcha -- hope it helps! :) - T

Thank you for this easy to see tutorial. I will be trying it!

Thanks for showing this method slowly. I’ve watched other tutorials and they were fast and I was all “what”! 💕

Excellent video! Thank you for taking the time to record this! Love your kitty too!

@KittenStitcher

6 жыл бұрын

Aw, thanks so much! Take care! - T

Thank you for this video! The sewing method makes more sense now. I am going to give it a try.

I am going to watch this over and over until I get this. I want to learn this cross stitch way so bad. TY for your time in making this video.

You have the gift of teaching. You made this so simple and clear. I think everyone should give other stitching methods a try, if you don't explore or test the waters, how do you know that something will or will not work for you, speed up your stitching. I sometimes us a hoop (small) and occasionally a Q-snap, I also stitch in hand. I love the feeling of being unencumbered when stitching in hand. I'm a life long learner at age 78, have enjoyed every step of the journey. Thanks for an excellent video. You're a natural in front of the camera.

@KittenStitcher

6 жыл бұрын

Aw, thanks, Joan, that is so kind of you! And I think you're right -- give new things a try! You never know when you'll find something fantastic!!! Hope you had the opportunity for lots of stitches this weekend. - T

This was so helpful! Thank you!

Thank you very much. This has been the most comprehensive hand stitching video I’ve seen and I’ve viewed many. I’m now hand stitching away….😃

Oh You have showed me the Best of the Best video of sewing method for cross stitch!!!!!!!!!

Loved your video, it was very helpful 😊

Thank you so much! Watching you I think I have figured this out. Now practice makes perfect.😊

Thank you! Thank you! This method finally makes sense. The angle you used, and the slowed down timing as you explained what you were doing was perfect. Now to put it into practice!

Great video! You did a great job showing how you sew in hand. Definitely want to give it a try.

I am new to cross stitch. I really enjoyed your tutorial. You are a great teacher!

I enjoyed this tutorial and I think I learned a little something. Thank you

Great video. Just learning the sewing method, thank you x

Thank you so much for the demonstration. I’ve been curious about this method and I will definitely try it. 😊

Great tube-torial!!! You did a great job showing how it is done and just how easy it is! More tutorials would be awesome! Thanks and happy stitching!

@KittenStitcher

6 жыл бұрын

Well thank you so much! I think the next tutorials are going to be about framing/stretching needlework. - T

This was great!! Best one I’ve seen on the subject. Thanks!!

@KittenStitcher

6 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much -- that's so kind! :) - T

Just getting back to cross stitching and very interested in the sewing by hand method. Your video has been very informative. Thanks.

Thanks for the tips! I am a returning cross stitcher! I will definitely be using your tips!

I was watching Priscilla and Chelsea on FlossTube, they suggested watching how you stitch-in-hand. Your tutorial was great, I’m going to give it a try. So many beautiful patterns to stitch and not enough time. Have a nice day.🐝

@KittenStitcher

6 жыл бұрын

Great! I hope you can get the hang of sewing in hand -- you can whiz through more beautiful designs! :) - T

Thank you for this video. New to cross stitch and not very many flosstubers talk about this they just show their work (which I love) but being new I appreciate the tips. Love all your videos please keep making new videos. You said this is your first tutorial I am going to look for more just started watching you. Thanks again

Thank you for sharing this technique. I’m going to give it a try on some 28 linen.

Thank you for this tutorial. I will try it.

Thank you for info about starting with the vertical strand on the fabric😃. I love the sewing method, changed during this year. I'd always used a frame around twenty years! Sew glad I found flosstube. Take care and happy stitching

Great teaching

Thank you so much. I love the way you teach and explain everything.

@KittenStitcher

5 жыл бұрын

You are so welcome -- I hope it was helpful! - T

This is the best tutorial on stitching in hand that I have seen so far. Thank you so much!

Love your videos! Thanks for sharing.

@KittenStitcher

6 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Have a great rest of the weekend. - T

Thank for taking the time to show us....have a great week..

@KittenStitcher

5 жыл бұрын

You bet -- have a great weekend! - T

Great demonstration! Thanks for sharing 🤗

@KittenStitcher

5 жыл бұрын

You betcha! - T

This changes everything. No wonder my piece has been taking me ages to complete. Than you so much!

This is the clearest and most helpful video I have seen that demonstrates the sewing method! Thank you! I'm going to try it on a smaller project tomorrow morning! :-)

Thank you for the tutorial. I've always wondered how to do this. Going to give it a try tonight. 🤞

Thank you this was a very nice tutorial! I hear you about the cat hair!

Thank you so much for this excellent tutorial!

@KittenStitcher

6 жыл бұрын

You're welcome -- have fun stitching! - T

Thank you for this! Just finding out about this…wow! What a difference it makes 😀

Gonna try this on my next project! Can’t wait. Your video was so clear and understandable, thank you. Think I will increase my speed considerably!

great tutorial. love your positive, inclusive approach. thanks for taking the time to make this video.

@KittenStitcher

5 жыл бұрын

I'm glad you liked it! :) Have a great week. - T

This is excellent tutorial ! It really helped me more than others I’ve watched , was able to really see everything . Thanks for your time !!!

Thank you so much for this tube-torial!!!! Very detailed technique. I am looking forward to trying this method. Great first tutorial!!

@KittenStitcher

5 жыл бұрын

You're welcome -- glad it was helpful to you. :)

love this, thank u so much for sharing, your kitties are so sweet. love cats!!

@KittenStitcher

6 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much -- I'm glad you stopped by! :)

Thank you. Great explaining and visual of this method of cross stitch.

@KittenStitcher

5 жыл бұрын

You betcha! Glad it might be helpful for you. - T

Great video! Thank you!

thank you - very helpful..... Going to give it a try. Getting back into cross stitch.

Amazing. I watched 2 other videos showing this method and I was lost. You’re video is outstanding. I’ll be trying this tomorrow. Thank you

Lol. That's how I was taught over 30 years ago. I thought it was going to be a fantastic video with a different way to how I normally do it!

Oh! Oh! Slapping the table...Thank you! I finally get it. Much much much thanks!

@KittenStitcher

6 жыл бұрын

Hooray! I hope it helps you!!! :) - T

Thanks for taking the time to post this tutorial. I stitch in hand using the sewing method. I do prefer to stitch on fabric that isn't quite so soft as I have found I have issues with my tension so I like stitching on fabric that has a little more "structure." I totally agree with you - stitch the way you like and are comfortable with - what makes you happy!

@KittenStitcher

6 жыл бұрын

Yeah, I can see that, totally. And you're right -- just do what works for you! :) Happy stitching!!! - T

Thank you so much ❤️ I have courage to follow your example. You did great!!

Excellent! After watching a number of vidios, yours is the best. I got to see where the needle goes! Thank you. I think I’ll give it a try.

This was so very helpful!

I can't thank you enough for all that you share. I always feel ready to tackle a new project or to get my stitch bug going again. I look forward to all that you have to say. Thanks, Suzy

@KittenStitcher

6 жыл бұрын

That's so nice, thanks Suzy! :) Happy stitching!!! - T

This is such a great video! Thank you for sharing! I can’t wait to try.

@KittenStitcher

6 жыл бұрын

Aw, thanks -- I hope that it helps you find the best way for you to stitch. - T

Thanks for the tutorial. I’m going to give this a go!

@KittenStitcher

6 жыл бұрын

Great! Good luck! - T

That was a great tutorial! I've wondered how the sewing method works and I'm anxious to try it now. Thank you so much, you've explained it very well!

Thanks really helpful ,I’m just starting crossstitch

this was a great video and really helped me, thank you!

Thank you so much, I never thought to use this method . It will help with my RA

Thank you for this video. I am loving your sewing method. I am not 100% there, but will not give up trying!

Thank you. It was certainly encouraging. I will try it again.

@KittenStitcher

5 жыл бұрын

Good luck! :) - T

Thank you for doing this tutorial! I usually use a Q snaps but the piece I'm working on is really close to the corner. So I pulled it off the frame and started stitching and found myself doing the sewing method. I love it! Inspired by Flosstube

@KittenStitcher

6 жыл бұрын

Well that's great! And I agree with you -- it's fun to see what stitchers around the world are doing and what they can teach us. Take care, dearie - T

Great tutorial THANKS!

I can't wait to practice this on a small project first. Thank you! This is so helpful!

@KittenStitcher

6 жыл бұрын

Thanks! I hope it works well for you! - T

You're the best! Thanks for sharing! I love stitching in hand. I will try the sewing method for sure!

@KittenStitcher

6 жыл бұрын

Aw, thanks dearie! Glad to hear you like to stitch in-hand. It's so easy! :) Try out the sewing method -- you might find it really helps you pick up speed! :) - T

Thank you! I actually understood what you are doing! You are a very good teacher.

@KittenStitcher

5 жыл бұрын

Awesome! I hope it helped you. - T

I have watched many stitching in hand videos and your is the best one ever!!! Thank you so much and God bless you❤️

Thank you so much for this tutorial! I’m going to try it tonight!

@KittenStitcher

6 жыл бұрын

Good luck! And happy stitching! - T

Great Video.Thank you so much for your time and interest in our desire to learn more. I appreciate your KZread lesson as well as your Cross Stitch tutorial. As a left handed stitcher, I face many challenges and frustrations when trying to move around the fabric from row to row, top to bottom, bottom to top, center to wherever!! I am currently stitching using a QSquare on Aida. I am comfortable going from right left bottom hole to top right hole as most stitchers do. With that said, your video helped me understand how I can easily incorporate stitching in hand, and the sewing method into my left handed stitching. A friend who is a right handed stitcher reintroduced cross stitching back into my hobby life the summer of 2020 (yes COVID pandemic year)! She is very supportive. I would love to see you do future tutorials for other stitches and fabric suggestions. I want to be able to practice stitching in hand with scraps of 20 count linen and other fabric and floss, but no longer have a LNS in GA that sells cross stitch fabric and supplies other than JoAnns and Hobby Lobby. Do you or any of your followers know of a source to obtain sample bundles of various types and counts of fabric scraps for cross stitch practice?

Thank you so much for taking the time to make this tutorial. I am going to practice. 😊

@KittenStitcher

6 жыл бұрын

Great! I hope my technique can help you in some way ... or that you think it's at least interesting to just try another way to stitch. Have fun! - T