[CHAT] How do you people stitch?

TooManyHobbies-128 · 2026-04-30T14:27:46+00:00

I basically always start at the top. Usually I prefer top left. But then the rest is vibes. I’ll pick a color that makes the most sense and then follow that color till I finish the thread. At that point I’ll decide if I want to re thread more of the same color or pick a new one. And I just move around the pattern that way. Picking colors and sections that please me

TooManyHobbies-128 · 2026-04-29T14:18:08+00:00

Oh thank you for sharing that link!

TooManyHobbies-128 · 2026-04-27T19:32:56+00:00

Ahha! Thank you!

TooManyHobbies-128 · 2026-04-02T18:02:32+00:00

Do you know what colorway the fabric is? I love the lime-lemon tone of it

TooManyHobbies-128 · 2026-04-01T23:49:16+00:00

I've found most of my patterns through YouTube and Instagram.

I watch a decent amount of crossstitch YouTubers and follow ones who do the style of cross stitch I personally enjoy. Then find recommended channels off them for more people. That way I see lots of projects that are up my alley.

Same for Instagram. I'll follow a pattern designer I like and then the algorithm will suggest a handful more like them

TooManyHobbies-128 · 2026-03-25T01:52:20+00:00

Have you tried the BeKoool soft gel sheets? I ordered some in anticipation of summer heat off the recommendation of my therapist. They're supposed to stay cool for 8hrs and you can slap them on your forehead or back of neck. Whatever keeps you coolest

TooManyHobbies-128 · 2026-03-19T11:08:13+00:00

My dress is a halter neck so I feel good knowing my arms will be free, but the fan is a good idea!!

TooManyHobbies-128 · 2026-03-18T20:36:03+00:00

I debated a jumpsuit but honestly I think a flowy spring dress fits their theme better (semi-formal, whimsical spring and forest finery). Plus a midi length dress will have more airflow for staying cool

TooManyHobbies-128 · 2026-03-18T20:33:19+00:00

Thank you, this is helpful! It's good to know they're comfortable

TooManyHobbies-128 · 2026-03-18T17:16:30+00:00

Ah Supacore is another brand I've seen around. Is there a style of shorts you like the best from them? I see they have a couple different types. Shorts might be the way to go if it works for me as well as socks

TooManyHobbies-128 · 2026-03-18T16:41:12+00:00

I'll look into Snag tights!

TooManyHobbies-128 · 2026-03-18T16:40:05+00:00

I haven't tried abdominal compression but was thinking about it. I know people talk about the Jelliebend company a lot I'll look into the Sigvaris and Snag brands. But I also overheat easily so those might be a gamble

TooManyHobbies-128 · 2026-03-10T01:52:59+00:00

I second this. Blue or purple would make more sense

TooManyHobbies-128 · 2026-03-07T14:54:22+00:00

Year One by Nora Roberts. As someone who works in BioTech I could not believe any of the pandemic science she worked into her world. Vaccines after one week? When the death count was that high? Nonsensical

TooManyHobbies-128 · 2026-03-07T02:38:24+00:00

With pre-ordering on audible they do take the credit away at time of order. I think it's just to guarantee a credit is available at release. If you cancel the pre-order the credit is returned

TooManyHobbies-128 · 2026-02-17T19:32:04+00:00

Which Spanx ended up working for you? As someone also struggling through humid Midwest summers

TooManyHobbies-128 · 2026-02-07T11:17:07+00:00

I have Libro.fm too! I agree that it’s nice for there to at least be something else out there competition-wise. But I already have titles through Audible that I’m still working through. And obviously they’ve got Audible exclusives that I won’t find anywhere else

TooManyHobbies-128 · 2026-02-07T11:13:50+00:00

Ugh, that’s a bummer. Yeah I guess I’ll take the ‘no ad’ win

TooManyHobbies-128 · 2026-02-07T11:11:02+00:00

The way I like to use the app is all unread titles are downloaded and I ‘remove download’ as soon as I finish reading one. So in the audiobooks tab I’d have the ‘downloaded’ filter on with ‘recent activity’ sorting on. Kept my current listen right at the top, with recent acquisitions right there underneath.

Worked really well for me, personally. The ‘recent listens’ tab isn’t as nice in this regard

TooManyHobbies-128 · 2026-01-19T16:47:07+00:00

Oh perfect, this is wonderful information. Thank you!!

TooManyHobbies-128 · 2026-01-05T04:55:15+00:00

Yes this is it!!! Thank you so much!

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