Tune in Wednesday, July 12 at 9AM CT for a LIVE tutorial on finishing the Stitch Cards Set P into small pillows!
STITCH CARDS SET P FINISHING
▸Bee in My Bonnet Stitch Cards Set P: https://bit.ly/3JSHiHu
▸Stitch Cards Set P Pillow Fabric and Trim Placement: https://bit.ly/46MzAIS
▸Stitch Cards: https://bit.ly/46O40dJ
▸Stitch Cards Pillow Fabric and Trim Kit: https://bit.ly/3Db4qNq
▸Lori Holt Bee in My Bonnet Stitch Cards Set P DMC Thread Pack & Floss Flower Thread Bobbins: https://bit.ly/3pN38VO
▸Pale Gray Gingham 14 Count Aida 18″ x 27″ Cross Stitch Cloth: https://bit.ly/3JT45mC
▸Juki TL-2010Q sewing machine: http://amzn.to/2onygue
▸Schmetz Universal Size 80/12 Machine Needles 5 count: https://bit.ly/3FitbXH
▸50wt Aurifil Dove 100% Cotton Mako Thread: https://bit.ly/3PTiIKr
▸Fat Quarter Shop Magnetic Pin Caddy – https://bit.ly/44HbtsT
▸Little House Glass Head Pins with Tin – https://bit.ly/3yLHFN4
▸Rowenta Perfect Steam Pro Steam Station Iron – https://bit.ly/3hu71dW
▸Clover Point 2 Point Turner: https://bit.ly/3O7mOxc
▸3oz Poly-Fil Premier Polyester Fiber Fill: https://bit.ly/3NUDIxQ
▸Finely Ground Walnut Filling Shells 12oz: https://bit.ly/3OcgjJC
▸Poly-Pellets Weighted Stuffing Beads: https://bit.ly/46GBKJV
▸50wt Aurifil Bright Pink 100% Cotton Mako Thread: https://bit.ly/44H1jJ8
▸50wt Wedgewood 100% Cotton Mako Thread: https://bit.ly/3ObaZWT
▸50wt Medium Red 100% Cotton Mako Thread: https://bit.ly/3PSZS62
▸Creative Grids 2.5″ Quilting Square Ruler: https://bit.ly/3PTxsbV
▸Creative Grids 3.5″ x 12.5″ Quilting Ruler: https://bit.ly/3D8haVh
▸Mary Ellen’s Best Press Funnel: https://bit.ly/3PTly20
▸Clover 10 Piece Regular Wonder Clips: https://bit.ly/43m6CMH
▸Ultimate Pressing Cloth: https://bit.ly/3JYQ4DJ
WHAT’S NEW
▸Poke-A-Dot Plastic Organizer: https://bit.ly/43m6GMo
▸New Pansy Patch Quilts & Stitchery Patterns: https://bit.ly/44GUoj8
▸New With Thy Needle and Thread Patterns: https://bit.ly/3OaXeaG
▸New Bent Creek Patterns: https://bit.ly/3pJCMnK
▸New Tiny Modernist Patterns: https://bit.ly/3pIGEW8
▸New Erin Elizabeth Design Pattern: https://bit.ly/3NMk2Mq
▸New from Pine Mountain Designs: https://bit.ly/3NOkfyB
▸New Erica Michaels : https://bit.ly/3PMONU5
▸Cross Stitch Christmas Cross Stitch Book: https://bit.ly/3rtFI8m
▸Star Sapphire 32 Count Linen 27″ x 36″ Cross Stitch Cloth: https://bit.ly/3D6ZetU
ADDITIONAL LINKS
▸How to Frame Cross Stitch | Snapshot Pattern | Fat Quarter Shop Flosstube: https://bit.ly/3ObrZvY
▸Omega 3.5 Magnifier: https://bit.ly/3pJ3D3g
▸Halo Go Rechargeable Table Magnifier – https://bit.ly/3eefbCi
▸Beach Boardwalk Cross Stitch Pattern Club: https://bit.ly/3PUo5Jc
CHAPTERS
0:00 Pre-Roll
2:07 Stitch Cards Set P Finishing
48:28 What’s New
1:00:01 Q&A
1:04:59 Giveaway
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I always interface my cross stitch before final finishing if I’m going to make a pillow. I also use the Polly pellets as I like a little more weight to them. Also shred the stuffing as it makes it easier to stuff and fluff.
I like to put interfacing behind my cross-stitch piece before I make it into a pillow. It keeps my threads from accidentally pulling out. It also makes it so the holes not stitched through aren't see through or have the chance of my filling coming out of the pillow. Thanks for some new tips to try!!
Measure twice and cut once
Most of the time I combine the staffing materials to give the pillow some body and stability. I definitely used light weight stabilizer to protect the stitches while staffing. I recently finished a mattress pillow. I used pieces (same size of the project)of batting and polyfil. Thank you for the video.
Great video Kim, thank you so much. I use Lori Holt’s method, make a snip behind the pillow and then cover it with felt, ribbon etc
I always leave the backing fabric bigger and then I sew it. Then trim to size. I also sew the pillows like Lori Holt videos. I like both ways of sewing my pillows!
Can you make those patterns into a needlebook could you stitch one to show us?
When I make cross stitch pillows I always carefully put interfacing on the back of the stitching to protect any threads that I might pull while stuffing the pillow.
I put interfacing on back of my cross stitch I think looks more finished. To fill I use polyfol get my corners shape and my edges then I add some poly needs go back forth it depends the size of pillow how many poly needs I use poly beeds help the pillow stand
I am getting ready to make my first pillows with crosstitch. I have quite a few stitch cards already stitched and waiting to be made into pillows. I think setting up an assembly line and making several pillows at a time helps to make them faster and easier.
For temperature cross stitch I saw a tree they cross stitch a tree with empty branches start put leaves on branches from the bottom going up got all these pretty colors
I buy the cheapest bed pillow at WalMart and use its fibrefill stuffing. It’s the same as the bags of stuff and about 1/3 the price.
My tip is that you can get walnut shells at Harbor Freight for a great price!
Use SF101 interfacing on the back of your cross stitch, it does not affect your stitches
Thank you Kimberly for your tutorial! I’ve only sewed a couple pillows, what I like to use is both the Polly fill and crushed walnuts and I like how it’s more stable instead of just Polly fill!!!! 💚
What is the pressing mat you used
Do it, Jordan! Jump in headfirst! My second project was a 16×20, almost completely full-coverage piece.😂 or look for patterns relating to something you're into on etsy. I've made my husband Fallout and Borderlands pieces, and I'm going to do a Goosebumps piece for my niece for Christmas. Big pieces are just like small pieces; you still do them one x at a time. It just takes longer to fully finish. That's why you look for the mini-finishes; like, yay I finished this house, or this block is done!
Edit to add: frustration will happen when learning anything new. It helps to actually like what your working on and want the finished thing.
I made some a few years ago and it was kinda stressful. I pinned a lot, used clips and sewed verrry slowly. The pillows turned out well and I am extremely proud of them!
When stuffing the pillows I watched a tutorial from Helen D who suggests putting a few pieces of scrap yarn down in the corners. This will help to fill the corners full. Also use a chop stick to push down the fiber fill. Thank you for the great tutorial Kimberly!
I like adding a piece of muslin to the back of the cross stitch.. thin enough to not add bulk or stiffness but gives a little support!
I love to use a little liquid stabilizer on the seam allowance.
Loved this tutorial! I always use lightweight interfacing on my pillows, on the back of stitching, the vintage stitcher puts small pieces of batting in her corners before stuffing. That is a cute pillow you made . I’m glad you used the ric rac I wanted to see how you did it! Thank you ❤
Thank you for the video! My advice; don't give up if new at pillow making. It gets easier fast as you make more. Plus, the same techniques apply to big pillows too. So you can get pretty fabric and make your own custom couch pillows without the cross stitch.
Great video Kimberly! I have never made a cross-stitch pillow so I don't have any tips…looking forward to reading the comments and learning more.
When making a pillow, I use a stitch that is invisible that closes the hole. I think it is called the ladder stitch. I learned the stitch on Pinterest.
Thank you for the pillow tutorial. I’ve never made a pillow but feel more confident to try after watching you demonstrate it.
I have not made a pillow using my cross stitch. After watching this video, I am ready to give it a try. Thanks for a great tutorial.
Jordan could do a Hawk Run Hollow as separate pieces. Halloween would work really well. Jen Lee of quirks and stitches is doing that with year at hrh.
Thank you for this tutorial 💕
I’ve watch your video with using cross stitching in the pillow, I’m ready to try one. I love the the stitch cards.
Thank you so much for sharing. It was great for a non sewer like myself. You and your team are the BEST!
I am picky about my corners too, so I round them and really like how they turn out. Great basic tutorial! I also stitch around all 4 sides and use a slit in the back for stuffing. I love using wool and maybe a button to cover it. It looks so cute!
Great video! Thank you for helping us learn how to sew pillow. When closing the pillow, I use what I think is called the slip stitch (too many years since sewing class 😂). My stitches are under the fold of the fabric.
Thank you for the pillow tutorial. I’ve only tried the method Lori Holt does where you sew around the whole pillow, cut a slit in the back to stuff and then cover the whole with wool. I’m excited to try the method you demonstrated.
I have only done quilt pillows none with cross stitch yet!
No Tips but would love a set of stitch cards that had the peppers and other fruits
My tip for stuffing each pillow is to use BOTH poly-fil and poly-pellets. Maybe one can say it’s a personal preference but it keeps them weighted in place! Thanks for the tutorial!
I've never made a pillow from cross stitch, so I don't have any tips. I did really appreciate all that was shared in this video.
my tip would be the same as Kimberly's…use small amounts of stuffing at a time even though the temptation is to stuff a large wad into the pillow!
I've had several friends ask me to finish their cross stitch stockings. Talk about nerve-wracking! I measure and mark any sewing lines first with an erasable marker, very carefully. I baste first to stabilize, an extra half inch out. Sew slowly, making sure your stitches are right on your drawn line.
You can stuff pillows with fiber fill but add some Walnut shells or poly pellets before closing just to give it some weight so they stand up better. If using Walnut shells be sure to interface your cross stitch piece.
I always use a very light interfacing (Pellon SF101) for my pillows because I like to use both PolyFil and walnut shells. The weight of the shells make the pillow stand up better. I tack open seams with dot of glue for ease when hand sewing it closed. Thank you for your instructions – as always it was fun to watch. One more tip – I do have a post it note with rough note of steps for the pillow making. I too have been known to forget trim or a step in the process!
The winners from the Stitch Cards Set P Finishing are MsMcQuilty, Nancy Titel and Trudy Baker.
So far, I have done a few pillows and use poly fil, but I want to try the pellets. I always stitch them up like you do, but sometimes I wonder if the little slit in the back would be easier.
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Is there a video for Wednesday July 19?
Great stitching and I liked the colours of the fabrics used. Only difference I would have done was to use a slightly bigger 8mm border around the whole pillow so that no stitching could be broken and the pillow rupture with aging. I truly loved the finishing of the pillow Kimberly.💕💕😀😀🌺🌺
LOVE the Christmas book! So beautiful!!
Love watching these flosstube, fun and informative! Happy stitching!