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  • In this video I test and compare inexpensive hand embroidery stranded floss against branded cotton threads from Anchor & DMC. Is cheap embroidery thread worth buying? Including a giveaway for 3 viewers!
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  • @SarahHomfrayEmbroidery
    @SarahHomfrayEmbroidery  Před 2 lety +9

    The draw has taken place folks! Check your discussion tab on your home page to see if you have won!

  • @MsJWheels
    @MsJWheels Před 2 lety +34

    Free thread pack...this was a really informative presentation. My mother was highly skilled in embroidery, crocheting, sewing, etc. She won so many prizes at the county fair. She passed on her knowledge to us but we could never match her skill. Now that she has passed, I treasure the samples of her work I was able to keep. Watching and learning from videos like yours helps me improve my efforts and keeps her close. Thanks for sharing.

    • @SarahHomfrayEmbroidery
      @SarahHomfrayEmbroidery  Před 2 lety +3

      That's a wonderful story MsJWheels and what a beautiful collection to have. I really enjoying passing on my knowledge as much as I do stitching myself, it's so rewarding to see what everyone is acheiving all over the world!

  • @Kamereone
    @Kamereone Před rokem +13

    Certainly someone has mentioned it already, but if not, there's an easy way to determine if there is any synthetic material in your textile - the burn test! Organic threads don't melt when exposed to heat; char, crumble, yes, but only the synthetics will melt and either deform or drip and then reharden once cooled. The dripping factor obviously means you don't want to do this over your hand - a tall candlestick held at an angle or one of those long click lighters for your barbecue work nicely. And be prepared to drop it (as the song says, like it's hot!) because some synthetics will burn rapidly and you don't need your entire hand engulfed in flames - which will be the least of your problems because the molten lava you're holding will cause much more severe burns as well as permently adhere to your skin.
    For the same reasons, its important to always cut a single, small piece to test, as an entire bolt of fabric/skein of yarn/hank of thread going up in smoke will most definitely set off the fire alarms! The smoke from synthetics is pretty nasty as well, so prepared to extinguish quickly and have good ventilation. I usually test outdoors on the pavement and just drop the piece to let it burn itself out - resist stomping it out, molten synthetics are sticky and burn HOT and will be on your shoe forever! In the kitchen sink with a bit of water already in it and your stove exhaust hood turned on works in a pinch (or a torrential downpour) too.
    (Source: I work with hazmat explosives as a medic and volunteer for backcountry wildfires, and I'd rather treat someone who fell into flames naked or caught their cotton clothes on fire head to toe than someone in full turnout gear wearing synthetic underwear who was exposed to a brief spike in temperature. Molten plastics fused to skin, flesh, organs is a nightmare fueling superhero origin story gone wrong, and I'm a bit overcautious when it comes to trusting fiber content labels, and always test everything!)

  • @sjrnfel
    @sjrnfel Před 2 lety +22

    10:07 "Pull free construction" I learned something new today, wow! This whole time I've been opening up the two paper seals to take a length of floss and then taping them back up😅. Simply pulling on it makes a whole lot more sense; what a time saver.

  • @flowerlass
    @flowerlass Před 2 lety +6

    Best embroidery channel on CZcams!

  • @cathieh.7225
    @cathieh.7225 Před 2 lety +30

    "Free thread pack" I've always wondered about the more inexpensive threads I've seen them around a bit, great to practice with, so thanks for the review. I thought the Anchor/DMC side looked a tad more delicate. I love DMC thread even their crochet cotton. These threads would be good if you're on a limited budget and I am. Spotlight you can get DMC for $1.50, eBay $1.00 per skein. Perhaps I'm a bit of a purist at heart. Your tip about where to pull the end was brilliant I've always got myself in a real mess and now I know why!

    • @SarahHomfrayEmbroidery
      @SarahHomfrayEmbroidery  Před 2 lety +6

      The cheap threads have their place definitely Cathie! Perhaps not for an heirloom piece, but certainly for small projects and practicing

  • @hurricanefrid
    @hurricanefrid Před rokem +5

    I'm so glad I've found your channel! My nan was an excellent embroiderer and made her own decorative pillows and table cloths in various sizes, with her own embroidery designs on them. However he passed away 12 years ago, so she sadly never got to see that one of her grandkids (me) have inherited this particular interest from her. Fortunately, she handed over all her remaining floss, patterns, fabrics and tools to my mum before passing, and since my mum never grew and interest in embroidery herself, all of those materials have now been passed on to me. It feels really good that they're finally being put to use, like a part of her lives on.

  • @janstetler9888
    @janstetler9888 Před 8 měsíci +5

    Sarah, I so appreciate you being so unbiased in reviewing this thread. I was surprised at how open minded you were. Kinda glad you were happy with this thread. I am a beginner at slow stitching, because of your videos. I was reluctant to even try the cheaper threads, but now I feel I can use it without regret! Especially cuz slow stitching is free style.

  • @Early100
    @Early100 Před 2 lety +23

    Excellent review, glad you weren’t snobby about trying the cheaper thread, I was actually quite surprised that you liked it, I thought you would’ve said it’s ok but you wouldn’t recommend unless you’re a very beginner just trying it out to see if you enjoy stitching. Very impressed with how it turned out. Thank you for the chance to win a “free thread pack” good luck everyone x

    • @Early100
      @Early100 Před 2 lety +8

      P.S forgot to mention - love how you left the faux pas with the scissors in 🤣 x

    • @SarahHomfrayEmbroidery
      @SarahHomfrayEmbroidery  Před 2 lety +5

      I didn't know he had! Jon (who edits the videos) is in trouble now....

    • @SarahHomfrayEmbroidery
      @SarahHomfrayEmbroidery  Před 2 lety +2

      I think you should always try things out for yourself!

    • @Early100
      @Early100 Před 2 lety +3

      @@SarahHomfrayEmbroidery oops, oh dear - sorry for blabbing on you John 😳🤣

  • @lindaholden9201
    @lindaholden9201 Před 2 lety +3

    Free thread pack.
    Great comparison of the floss brands.
    Love all your videos.
    Thanks
    Linda

  • @SuperWhyaduck
    @SuperWhyaduck Před 2 lety +15

    I always wondered if it was “safe” to use the less costly thread. Thanks for the review! I feel confident to go ahead now. I would love a free thread pack 😊

    • @SarahHomfrayEmbroidery
      @SarahHomfrayEmbroidery  Před 2 lety +1

      They are definitely worth trying Rose; some will like them some won't but everyone can make their own mind up!

  • @christinepreston2120
    @christinepreston2120 Před 2 lety +8

    Free thread pack….pleased you showed this Sarah….not everyone can afford expensive threads..I use DMC myself and have been sewing for over 50 years and still love it xxx

  • @barrywilkins5347
    @barrywilkins5347 Před 2 lety +2

    at last someone who does not look down their nose at cheaper threads. Also mixing the DMC and Anchor i found very interesting .i have been sewing for over 20 years and im still learning .

  • @UniversalCat
    @UniversalCat Před 2 lety +41

    Free Thread Pack - Glad the cheaper threads are actually reasonable, I'm on a tight budget and not that accomplished at embroidery so at least I'm not wasting my time practicing with the cheaper threads. Great channel (❁´◡`❁)

    • @SarahHomfrayEmbroidery
      @SarahHomfrayEmbroidery  Před 2 lety +5

      You definitely aren't wasting your time UniversalCat, at that price you can practice as much as you want!

  • @TheJanestarling
    @TheJanestarling Před 2 lety +8

    It's always really nice to have an expert try the cheaper threads, as you say great for someone who's trying embroidery for the first time. Thank you for the free design, it's beautiful. Oh and Free Thread Pack.

  • @laurelpedersen
    @laurelpedersen Před 2 lety +8

    I love that the cheap thread works so well and you showed us!

  • @JorunnHenriksen
    @JorunnHenriksen Před 2 lety +10

    "Free thread pack" So nice that you show that it is possible to embroider with cheap thread. I want to win this one :-)

  • @dorothyalexander889
    @dorothyalexander889 Před 2 lety +2

    Free thread. Have watched many of your videos, for a relative beginner they are easy to follow and intuitive. Many thanks for sharing your expertise.

  • @jeancarroll8805
    @jeancarroll8805 Před 2 lety +4

    Free threads pack. I have only been embroidering for a few months and didn't know how much I would love it. Your video was very informative and so clear to understand. I would love to try those cheaper floss.

  • @susanvanvleck3957
    @susanvanvleck3957 Před 2 lety +6

    When it's time to buy more threads I look around for craft store websites, online stitch companies, places like that. Stores tend to offer a single skein for around 60¢ each. I look for good sales, even on Amazon. I love all fibers and embroidery is my current obsession!!

  • @christinafidance340
    @christinafidance340 Před rokem +2

    when I first began, I just purchased the biggest pack of cheap thread I could find (100 for $10.99 USD!) and soon realized that they tend to knot EXTREMELY easily, so I very quickly just broke down and found a good deal on 100 DMC skeins in a nice variety of colors for $72 on Amazon. (Of course, that was before I realized that I could buy them at Walmart or Hobby Lobby for under 0.60 each!) Then, I gave my 12 year old daughter the cheaper threads for making friendship bracelets. We live and learn. They are definitely useable and the colors were really nice as well, but as a beginner…. I just couldn’t deal with the near constant tangling. They were really difficult to separate as well.

  • @estherward2736
    @estherward2736 Před 2 lety +2

    Free thread pack. Really interesting video! It's so easy to assume that 'cheap' thread will be inferior.

  • @lindabrodney4958
    @lindabrodney4958 Před 2 lety +6

    I do a lot of embroidery on pillowcases so this was quite useful. I wash and dry them over and over and have never had a problem. I use only DMC thread tho and they have held up like the day I did them. I do have to work at the tension of the stitches tho as sometimes they look a little tight after drying.

  • @dmcjade495
    @dmcjade495 Před 2 lety +5

    Sarah🌺 i am new to embroidery and have learned quite a lot from you. I am using your starting knot and two stitches technique. I love your explanations and close up video. Winning the "free thread pack" would be great! Thank you for such a good teacher.

  • @rosahowell1276
    @rosahowell1276 Před 2 lety +2

    Free thread pack- Thank you for the demonstration. I have never tried embroidery. You made it looked simple and elegant. I would like to give it a try.

  • @mary-ruthflores4107
    @mary-ruthflores4107 Před 2 lety +4

    I have used that floss before, my only complaint is quality control. Some skeins show an uneven color, some skeins shred when using. But if it’s not going to be used in a heirloom piece I use it. Since I’m in USA, I’m not entering the drawing. You can burn the end and see how it burns. If it has acrylic in it there will be melting, cotton will char

  • @katydidiy
    @katydidiy Před 5 měsíci +1

    I only use DMC if i want a quality finished product. Ive used coats only for bright variegated use. The Anchor ive used only for kumihumo. Ive been embroidering for 60 yrs. Its great to learn more about DMC and other companies ❤

  • @bethstodieck18
    @bethstodieck18 Před 2 lety +3

    Free Thread Pack! I love the fluffy finish. Your videos are wonderful. Great photography and logical, easy to follow instructions and descriptions. Love them.

  • @tim1724
    @tim1724 Před 2 lety +10

    Free thread pack - I always enjoy trying new threads, even if they're of dubious provenance. 😃
    £1.20 per skein of DMC??? Wow, that's expensive! An 8m skein of DMC stranded cotton is usually around 60¢ (~£0.44) in the US and it's frequently on sale for even less. (I just checked and Michael's currently lists it at 62¢ and while JoAnn normally charges 60¢ it's currently on sale for 45¢ per skein.) Of course those US prices don't include sales tax (anywhere between 0 and 10% depending on where you are) but even after adding that in it's still less than half the UK price.

    • @VeretenoVids
      @VeretenoVids Před 2 lety +5

      I also choked when I heard that price! Even with my local sales tax, 7%, it's still much less expensive. What's startling to me is that DMC is considered an ordinary floss where I am--a solid choice, but nothing special. The Japanese COSMO threads are all the rage and those cost about $1.25, which is about £0.90. Then again, we pay through the nose for medical care... I think I'd rather have more expensive floss.

    • @janiswilliams2766
      @janiswilliams2766 Před 2 lety +1

      OMG… I need to get my way to JoAnns!!

    • @SarahHomfrayEmbroidery
      @SarahHomfrayEmbroidery  Před 2 lety +2

      JoAnns is great for this sort of thing!

    • @SarahHomfrayEmbroidery
      @SarahHomfrayEmbroidery  Před 2 lety +3

      Yes, we do get free health care!

    • @SarahHomfrayEmbroidery
      @SarahHomfrayEmbroidery  Před 2 lety +2

      Island living is always more expensive!

  • @patarcher1813
    @patarcher1813 Před 2 lety +5

    Free Thread Pack. I've been knitting for more years than I can count. I'm new to embroidery but I'm finding that floss and yarn are very similar in the way they are packaged and manufactured. I use mercerized cotton when I'm making a garment that needs to be a workhorse. Your videos are very instructive. I like the tidbit about how to pull the floss and not winding it.

    • @SarahHomfrayEmbroidery
      @SarahHomfrayEmbroidery  Před 2 lety +1

      It's interesting that your knitting knowledge is transferable to embroidery Pat, i hope you are enjoying your new hobby!

  • @katiedianne2440
    @katiedianne2440 Před 2 lety +5

    Free thread is always wonderful. I have been stitching for a few years now. These videos have been my main source of instruction. Thank you! You are amazing.

  • @carolsteve29
    @carolsteve29 Před 2 lety +5

    "Free thread pack" How nice! My son turn me on to your tutorials. So happy he did! Thank you for all the good information, demonstration and artistry.

    • @SarahHomfrayEmbroidery
      @SarahHomfrayEmbroidery  Před 2 lety +1

      Welcome aboard Carol!

    • @SarahHomfrayEmbroidery
      @SarahHomfrayEmbroidery  Před 2 lety +1

      One of our Free Thread Packs was unclaimed so we did the draw again and your name came out of the (virtual) hat; you have won some free threads! Please contact me at this email address with your address details so I can send your threads to you: sarahhomfray@blueyonder.co.uk

  • @cherylisaac346
    @cherylisaac346 Před 2 lety +2

    Free thread pack! That would be awesome! I am relearning. My mother taught me when I was young. 😊

  • @Junifer33
    @Junifer33 Před 2 lety +1

    Free Thread Pack thank you for sharing your thought on cheaper embroidery threads. I've used some in the past for making cross stitch greeting cards and small embroidery pieces, that won't be washed.

  • @krisindaboyce3417
    @krisindaboyce3417 Před 2 lety +3

    I am glad you did this video. My nephew bought me a no name brand large bulk pkg of embroidery thread. The threads are much softer than the DMC. I haven't tried them out yet. Good to know they work well.😊

  • @kateilling8812
    @kateilling8812 Před 2 lety +5

    Hi Sarah, I've been doing embroidery for years now, but it's only since I found you on utube, that I've started to make my work a lot neater and probably more professional looking. Thank you for this video, it's a big help to me, learning about these cheaper threads and I would love to get the 'Free thread pack' 🤗

  • @jaynegodfrey1117
    @jaynegodfrey1117 Před 4 měsíci

    Great to know cheaper threads are an option for us newbies, thanks for a very informative video. Loving all your content and find your tutorials very relaxing .thank you Sarah 😊

  • @smithydingbat
    @smithydingbat Před 2 lety +2

    It lovely to know that the cheaper thread is good as I am learning to embroider. I haven't seen the Free Thread Pack before but the colours lovely.

    • @SarahHomfrayEmbroidery
      @SarahHomfrayEmbroidery  Před 2 lety

      Brilliant for practicing if you are learning Suzanne, you don't need to worry about how much you use!

  • @katzwhite5962
    @katzwhite5962 Před 2 lety +1

    Thank you for telling us where to pull the tread. I always make a mess when trying to pull the tread.

  • @mrsmiggins6435
    @mrsmiggins6435 Před 2 lety +4

    Very interesting. I''ve always thought(incorrectly) that because of the price they woul not come up to much. Ideal for a small project, children or beginner by the look of it. Thank you for your time and honesty

  • @lauriebox9034
    @lauriebox9034 Před 2 lety +2

    Free thread pact. Very helpful but will continue with DMC.

  • @MAuroraCharvat
    @MAuroraCharvat Před 2 lety +3

    The right end to pull...thank you.

  • @inannashu689
    @inannashu689 Před rokem +2

    I use cheap floss all the time for things I make for my home,and I save my good thread for nice tapestries and gifts that I give to others.

  • @nolitawineman9073
    @nolitawineman9073 Před rokem +2

    I need to watch the video in its entirety but…I always got a friendship bracelet vibe from the cheap packs. Like they are more for children’s crafts and first needlepoint projects.
    People pick up and drop hobbies that use floss so frequently that I find the best deals are at the thrift stores.
    I recently got a nice organizer bag with everything but small gauge tapestry needles and fabric for $5 because somebody donated it. Even came with a really nice set of tools and some kreinik blending filament and threads including a spool of silk thread. Whoever had it before me sorted out all of the colors into gradients and put them into separate baggies per hue.
    I know you can’t rely on that much good luck on every visit but they almost always have tools and supplies at a fraction of what the craft stores charge.

  • @dagwoodspott2199
    @dagwoodspott2199 Před 2 lety +2

    Free Thread Pack ;) Awesome ;) I have some acrylic thread that looks like wool in different colours and it is very fluffy ;) Thanks so much for sharing this with us ;D

  • @Tillys_Travels
    @Tillys_Travels Před 2 lety +2

    I have used these to make an Emergency Embroidery on holiday, and my daughter made Friendship Bracelets. We bought from The Range in England. We had the 50 pack and there were 50 different colours - subtle differences distinguished under daylight embroidery bulb.
    DMC & Anchor are like shopping at Waitrose & M&S, these are like filling your basket at Tesco. Perfectly good quality, just no bells and whistles.
    Daughter was very happy as none of her woven bracelets ran in the shower.

    • @SarahHomfrayEmbroidery
      @SarahHomfrayEmbroidery  Před 2 lety +1

      Yes that's where these came from Claire. I love you are doing 'emergency embroidery'...I can't imagine what that might be!!

  • @edwinareed3490
    @edwinareed3490 Před 2 lety +4

    Free thread pack, finding a thread that is cheap and fairly good as I have just started learning to embroider I do cross stitch but would love to do more free work and needle painting and include stump work ,I am finding your tutorials so helpful as well and I adore Ginger cat he is so beautiful x

  • @hemajai03
    @hemajai03 Před 2 lety +1

    Free thread pack - Your designs are lovely. your videos are very satisfying to watch. ❤️❤️

  • @starkravenwild791
    @starkravenwild791 Před 2 lety +1

    Good to know all these tips because I do applique quilts and use embroidery to accent the work and always wondered if it would hold up to wash and wear. Thanks for the info.

  • @juliacummings979
    @juliacummings979 Před 2 lety +2

    "free thread pack" this is the first video I have seen from you. Love that you are comparing cheaper priced threads to the Anchor and DMC. I have used both, but do have lot of the DMC myself as that is the most available. Thanks for these videos.

    • @SarahHomfrayEmbroidery
      @SarahHomfrayEmbroidery  Před 2 lety

      Welcome aboard Julia! Hopefully you will find some more videos to enjoy! I use alot of Anchor because that's easier to get where I am but I was pleasantly suprised by these threads!

  • @davinaplanello4946
    @davinaplanello4946 Před 2 lety +1

    Free thread pack is great value for your money,good selection of colours in pack too..

  • @CindyWare
    @CindyWare Před 2 lety +1

    Thank you very much for all the learning videos. I have learned so much from you. It was great learning about the different fabrics. Thank you so much. For all the classes I have taken such as quilting, sewing, embroidery etc I haven't learned much at all about basics.

  • @margie6534
    @margie6534 Před 2 lety +1

    Free thread pack. I'm a bit tired of looking high and low for over dyed floss called for in a pattern Nice to know there are good alternatives. Thank you for the comparison!

  • @mariek.474
    @mariek.474 Před 2 lety +5

    Great video !
    I have found some DMC threads in thrift stores sometimes (one time a bag of 40 threads for only 75cents CAD); sometimes looking for supplies secondhand is a very good compromise between price and quality, too. ❤
    ( free thread pack )

  • @conniefirestone752
    @conniefirestone752 Před 2 lety +1

    Free thread pack. Nice to know my megar pennies can help to make beautiful thread work. You have been a big inspiration for my embroidery work. I also work hand stiches in my quilt art. Especially my landscape designs.

  • @lornacookson
    @lornacookson Před 2 lety +1

    Thank you for this little experiment. I’m fairly new at embroidery but I’ve used DMC, Anchor and 3 types of cheaper floss. I haven’t noticed a significant difference. Love your videos, btw!

  • @edgarbenarth170
    @edgarbenarth170 Před 2 lety +1

    I am new to embroidery. Nice to know that I can at least start off and not have to spend a lot to get started. Thanks so much.

  • @taylordavispomerleau
    @taylordavispomerleau Před 2 lety +2

    Free Thread Pack.
    I just started hand embroidery and picked up a pack of cheap thread from the local general store. Got home, excited to show my friend my find! She said she didn’t know if it would work well or just be a waste of money. Needless to say, I was very disappointed. I’m unemployed, trying to get on disability so I don’t have a lot of money to spend on this hobby but I’ve fallen in love with it! I still plan on using the thread, especially after watching this video! Hopefully this weekend I can see if there’s any scrap fabric on clearance at Michaels.
    Thank you for your video 🙏 It seriously couldn’t have come at a better time!

    • @SarahHomfrayEmbroidery
      @SarahHomfrayEmbroidery  Před 2 lety +2

      You make your own decision Taylor, what suits one person won't suit another so try it for yourself and if you like it then all steam ahead! Materials manufacturing is so good these days even the 'cheap' ones are still good so find yourself some fabric (do you have an old pillow case?) and get stitching and then show your friend what beautiful things you can make. x

  • @paulineowens4937
    @paulineowens4937 Před 2 lety +3

    This was so informative for me as I’m a newbie. I couldn’t believe your video popped up this morning as I just bought one of those multi packs yesterday and was wondering if I should have spent more while I am still learning. I will be binge watching all your videos. This is definitely my new favorite hobby thanks to people like you.

    • @SarahHomfrayEmbroidery
      @SarahHomfrayEmbroidery  Před 2 lety

      They are brilliant for learning with Pauline, try a couple of the more expensive skeins when you feel more confident to see what the differences are

  • @cuthbertdrakes6278
    @cuthbertdrakes6278 Před 2 lety +1

    Free Thread Pack. Cheaper are not always inferior. Thanks for the review.

  • @amyjones3602
    @amyjones3602 Před 2 lety +3

    ‘Free thread pack’
    Thank you for all of your videos Sarah (and ginger cat!). I’m a cross stitcher mostly but you have inspired me to try lots of other embroidery techniques! I’m looking forward to trying out some Christmassy designs soon! X

  • @stevecorn7289
    @stevecorn7289 Před 2 lety +2

    Free thread pack. Interesting to see that the cheaper threads are viable and It's useful to know that they behave in a similar way to the dearer ones. Also a good way for a beginner to decide if they like/dislike embroidery with only a modest outlay. Thanks for the interesting videos!

  • @sharronyeates6568
    @sharronyeates6568 Před 2 lety +2

    I always learn so much watching you. Free thread pack would be great. New Zealand 🇳🇿

  • @belindasmith8790
    @belindasmith8790 Před 2 lety +1

    Free thread pack. I love the way you explain the why and there fores in your instructions. It is so much easier than trying to follow a video done with just music. Keep on sewing please. And thank you.

  • @caralinehowden2951
    @caralinehowden2951 Před 2 lety +2

    Free Thread Pack - Thanks Sarah for showing the difference between the normal thread and cheaper ones. Often we just never know what is good and what is not so, and cheaper often doesn't measure up. Being retired anything we can get a bit cheaper is a bonus.

    • @SarahHomfrayEmbroidery
      @SarahHomfrayEmbroidery  Před 2 lety +1

      I'm confident they are cheaper because they aren't cotton not because they are bad quality Caraline. great for practicing at the very least!

  • @danisehetland3378
    @danisehetland3378 Před 2 lety +2

    What a great video! Such helpful, practical information. Thank you, Sarah

  • @homeschoolmom441
    @homeschoolmom441 Před 2 lety +1

    Free thread pack! Your videos have helped me feel more co rodent about my new pandemic hobby of hand embroidery. It’s always nice to have lots of colors for a project, and I’m glad to know that using cheap threads in your different projects and tutorials is not a huge problem for me.

  • @keepingourhome7271
    @keepingourhome7271 Před 2 lety +3

    “Free thread pack”???? That would be lovely! Recently found your channel and appreciate you sharing your expertise! When I was a young teenager, (I’m 65 now!), I used embroidery to embellish my home-sewn pants and jackets, revamped and upcycled clothing when money was dear. Now I do it for fun, am embellishing a piece of home decor fabric, of elephants and palm trees, for a wall hanging, with embroidery in cotton, metallic threads, beads, etc embellishments, even dangles from old earrings😁. Retired, now, lots of time. Thanks again, look forward to you videos. Cheers from Canada 🇨🇦

  • @krmdhn
    @krmdhn Před 2 lety +1

    You have the most complete and clear videos about embroidery. Thank you for the insights! (Thank God I understand English)

  • @karencrittenden414
    @karencrittenden414 Před 2 lety +1

    I used anchor and Sullivan’s (us brand similar to anchor) and dmc to ‘slow’ stitch repair my Levi’s….get washed a bit and in the dryer in winter hung out for warmer weather. All held up really for the stitching and long term wear….washing etc has not degraded the fibers!

  • @stephaniepack2003
    @stephaniepack2003 Před 2 lety +1

    Wonderful video! I did not knows about which thread to pull to start the skein ! Always pulled the obvious one 🤷‍♀️ .. and had tangles. I appreciate your offer of the Free Thread Pack. ❣️

  • @conniemccollum7136
    @conniemccollum7136 Před 2 lety +1

    I JUST FOUND YOU AND I ENJOY YOUR TEACHING. I HAVE BEEN EMBRIDING FOR A VERY LONG TIME. MY GRANDMA TAUGHT ME. I USE ALL KIND OF THREADS IT IS GOOD TO USE CHEEPER ONES WHEN YOU ARE LEARNING. MY PROBLEM I LIKE A LOT OF CRAFTS SO I HAVEN'T DONE MUCH HAND EMBROIDERY IN A LONG TIME. IVE DONE LOTS OF FREE HAND INBROIDERY BY MACHINE.AND I AM LEARNING ALOT FROM YOU.THANKS.

  • @nickytriggs1231
    @nickytriggs1231 Před 2 lety +2

    Free thread pack. I really enjoyed this video. I now see why my skeins get in a muddle! Thank you for inspiring beginners to have a go.

  • @randilalonde9895
    @randilalonde9895 Před 2 lety +1

    Thank you for the very helpful videos, always enjoy them. Wonderful of you to give away a ‘free thread pack’!

  • @clippedwings1545
    @clippedwings1545 Před 2 lety +1

    Free thread pack🤗Thank you for the cool tips all the instructions and tutorial I've been watching before you were misleading so thank you so much.

  • @donnadwyer4955
    @donnadwyer4955 Před 2 lety +1

    Free thread pack is a great thing for us beginners, I am 76 years old and have just started embroidery.I searched for videos to learn from and your videos are the best on CZcams. Thanks you and keep the videos coming.

  • @ppalmer1952
    @ppalmer1952 Před rokem +2

    I just bought a more affordable thread pack. They work just fine. My only complaint is that they aren't labeled with color number. I have ordered a dmc color chart so I can match them to a color number. I keep mine in a floss organizer labeled with color number.

  • @nupur5586
    @nupur5586 Před 2 lety +2

    what an interesting video - loved the comparison and being able to watch the difference; a free thread pack would be fun to use for quick little projects.

  • @loist0607
    @loist0607 Před 2 lety +1

    'Free thread pack'. I've always wondered how less expensive threads compared. Nice video and explanation.

  • @joyceelms8597
    @joyceelms8597 Před 2 lety +1

    Free thread pack. I found your video very interesting, especially how to pull out thread to avoid tangling. I'm coming back to embroidery in my later years. Not done it since I was a teen. I inherited some threads from an Aunt, and I have managed to find a few in charity shops. Great to have someone trial a new brand, without the personal expense. Thank you xxx

  • @UncleverCarapace
    @UncleverCarapace Před rokem +1

    I'm only to the price reveal of the Anchor and DMC and I'm STUNNED, because after conversion you paid more than double what I do for DMC. My floss costs USD $0.62 per skein, plus $0.06 tax.

  • @laracraft82
    @laracraft82 Před 2 lety +2

    I use cheaper threads as a beginner I thought at least making mistakes be cheaper in the long run but I also find mine is soft, the downside I find is that it can be a bit hard to handle if your not careful haven't got much sturdiness as the better quality ones like Anchor DMC feel much better so when more experienced will be investing as them.

  • @totallyunfettered
    @totallyunfettered Před rokem +1

    Wow. I have been streaming alot of your older vids as I'm just getting into slow stitching. We have not been able to buy anchor threads for about 20 years in New Zealand. So I have a mixture to both and I brought some of the cheaper threads to make up beginner kits. It's years since I have done stitching and am enjoying experimenting with different stitching. Thanks for all your vids they are easy to watch and follow

  • @faewells3221
    @faewells3221 Před 2 lety +1

    Free thread pack. I love your videos Sarah, I've learnt so much... Thank you.

  • @kathysmith5411
    @kathysmith5411 Před 2 lety +1

    Free Thread Pack Thank you so much for the advice and scrutiny tests. Love DMC , Anchor and Madeira for special cross stitch/embroidery but will now certainly not be afraid of buying cheaper threads for say those card making projects etc like you say everyone should be able to craft regardless of their budget. Thank you so much 🔎😎

  • @UnderGroundWizard61
    @UnderGroundWizard61 Před 2 lety +4

    I've recently started my embroidery journey and its been a blast. Your videos have been super helpful in showing me how to do different stitches and i always go to you if I have any questions. I would love to have the free thread pack to use and to expand my small collection!

  • @scepellos
    @scepellos Před 2 lety +1

    Hardly need the thread pack, so I won't throw my name in that hat.
    But wanted to tell you I watch in Oakland, California, in the USA.
    New to embroidery, so have been watching variety of vids. You and yours are really lovely, very thorough, and easy to follow. You make it seem so effortless ! And your work is beautiful.
    Thank you very much! Hi to the kitty too !

    • @SarahHomfrayEmbroidery
      @SarahHomfrayEmbroidery  Před 2 lety +1

      Thank you for watching scepellos and supporting my channel from over the pond! Ginger cat will get an extra pat on the head :)

  • @bevm1938
    @bevm1938 Před 2 lety +1

    Thank you so much for the tip about pulling the thread, spent ages trying to untangle but hopefully no more!

    • @SarahHomfrayEmbroidery
      @SarahHomfrayEmbroidery  Před 2 lety

      You can rewrap them easily Beverley; just wrap them in a figure of 8 around your fingers put the label back on and Voila!

  • @marcellawalsh5295
    @marcellawalsh5295 Před 2 lety +1

    Free Thread pack. Great video, really enjoying your channel, it's been so helpful with improving my embroidery! Thanks Sarah!

  • @sheilagarrett5022
    @sheilagarrett5022 Před 2 lety +1

    Free thread pack. Thank you for explaining about the differences. It would be interesting to try these threads.

  • @suefiebiger2290
    @suefiebiger2290 Před 2 lety +1

    Excellent review. Thank you for doing such an in depth comparison.

  • @Invizagoth521
    @Invizagoth521 Před 2 lety +1

    Awesome video as usual, love cross stitch and helps so much when Im in hospital. Thank you so much for doing this xx Free stitch pack 🐸

  • @articri
    @articri Před 2 lety +1

    Free thread pack - Thanks Sarah for all your wonderful videos, you are very generous with all the knowledge you are sharing with us.

  • @xlikewhoahx
    @xlikewhoahx Před 2 lety

    Free thread pack - thanks for showing us a thorough review and for sharing a lovely free design. I really appreciate your channel. I’ve learned so much from you. Thank you!

  • @jobrown2957
    @jobrown2957 Před 2 lety +1

    Free thread pack - this was very helpful and interesting. I’m new at embroidery so basic information (threads, needles, etc) is wonderful to have. Love your work!

    • @SarahHomfrayEmbroidery
      @SarahHomfrayEmbroidery  Před 2 lety

      Check out our beginner's embroidery page on the website Jo for lots of useful information!

  • @kamilak5497
    @kamilak5497 Před 2 lety +1

    Free thread pack, thank you for this video. I come back to embriodery after years of break and I am so happy that a lot of informations are on CZcams. I have learned so much from your videos. I thought that I already know many things about embriodery, but I still learn new things thanks to your guides. I find your CZcams chanel very useful and informative. Thank you ☺️🧵🧶👍

  • @lindamcdermott3102
    @lindamcdermott3102 Před 2 lety +10

    Your thoughts that the free thread pack feels very nice is quite unexpected. The colors are bright and cheerful. We can see the thickness is different from DMC. Thanks Sarah!

  • @LoveMusic-pd5iz
    @LoveMusic-pd5iz Před rokem +1

    Absolutely love that you left your 'blooper' in the video! Like visiting a friend...these things happen in life.
    Have to say, I've gotten inexpensive thread - in kits - that was worthless. I arrived at incorrect conclusion that all inexpensive thread was worthless. I'd buy a $1 kit at my local dollar store and throw the thread away, substituting my DMC. The hoop and printed cotton was certainly worth $1.

  • @carolbrown4378
    @carolbrown4378 Před 2 lety +1

    This free thread pack. Great video. Very clear. Glad you aren't wearing wild nail polish. Makes watching so much easier

  • @kathyhiatt9346
    @kathyhiatt9346 Před 2 lety +1

    Free Thread pack - I always enjoy watching your videos Sarah. I am new to embroidery and have learned many useful things from you. I look forward to your next video.