White Threads Floss Tube 87 – revisiting thread twist

I have talked about thread twist before in previous videos. However, today I revisit it. In this video, I bust a few needlework myths, but primarily focus on thread twist and how it stays the same, regardless of what you do with the thread. Many people have had needlework myths passed on to them, usually because they were told to them by someone they respected. It’s important to know how to find out the correct information for yourself, usually by experimentation and trying something for yourself.

Episode notes:

[lorettahenderson]

Hello Yvette, Jean Farish spoke about you and your demonstration on thread twist…thank you for this information…looking forward to browsing on your past videos…wishing you joy and happy stitching ❣️

[andibailey]

There is so much misinformation on the Web. Your thoughts are spot on!

[janinebell]

I was watching Jean Farish and she said to watch you. I really enjoyed watching you.

[lenorerhodes]

Great discussion. Jean Farish alerted her followers to your channel and as a fellow Aussie and a follower of Jean here I am. Now subscribed and ready to binge watch your YouTube. ❤️🌺

[marilynmckenzie]

Hi. Tks for your demo on thread twisting. Another lesson learned. Jean Farish advised us to watch. Greetings 🇨🇦😀

[kitsala]

Thanks for the info on threads, Jean Farish mentioned you, so I hopped over. I think I will subscribe to continue on.

[emarten]

i found your channel today after watching Jean Farish discuss floss twists and referring to you. Great demonstration and I subscribed to your channel today. Thanks!

[julianjefferson]

Loved the rant and here’s me thinking that Sydney should be written

[jeanmarrale]

Hi, Yvette! I am here thanks to Jean Farish. Thank you for an illuminating video. I have subscribed and look forward to following you as well as Jean.

[janicepardy]

Fantastic topic. I used to man a help desk for questions and anyone who asks me a question knows I’ll find out because then l just have to know for myself. Research is the answer and for embroidery physical research (ie trying it) is such a great idea. As usual your floss tubes srimulate the mind and provide joy. 😀

[gailsgoldenneedle]

Wow 😯 thank you so much for sharing and teaching this!! Jean Farish mentioned your video and I’m so glad I watched! Looking forward to seeing more of your videos take care 💜

[handwerkcafewaddinxveen]

What a great idea to use the cord to show the twist. Makes it super clear. Thank you Yvette.

[michelleinScotland]

Couldn't agree more; try it for yourself; then if you still don't understand ask someone you respect to help. It's far too easy to take everything on 'the net' as gospel - and there is some duff information out there.

[marionanthony]

I remembered what you said about hardanger from a previous floss tube. So many things are forgotten, only to be associated with
what some guy came up with in a office to increase sales.Thank you, your love of your craft shines thru.

[maryh]

I appreciate the way you think and work out problems. I think your work is beautiful. Please keep making videos.

[alanawegner]

Thank you for the demonstration. Two colours certainly help. Great advice regarding"working it through" before asking. Research and investigation can be so illuminating, rewarding and fun, even if you do end up down a "rabbit hole" sometimes.

[MrPacetediaz]

absolutely true and good to hear it from you tanks a lot.

[sallykunkel]

This was very interesting! I look forward to watching more of your videos.

[NannyOggins]

Thanks for this, I have heard and seen written several comments about thread twist that you have just debunked. I’d really like to know if there is any way to stop your thread from twisting, and therefore knotting? Are some types of thread more likely to knot? Is cotton or silk worse for knotting? I always have to let my needle hang every inch or so of stitching to allow it to unwind, it’s irritating but I have no other solution.