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Oct. 28, 2020

Daily Vlog 016

Back with an old phone and some cows. What more could you want from the Kingpin of Contemporary Embroidery? #shorts #mrxstitch #dailyvlog #cows

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Oct. 26, 2020

Daily Vlog 015

The temporary demise of my phone will not stop me from sharing my thoughts with you! Even if it feels like it's the Universe advising me on communication strategy. :D Have you ever had that broken phone FOMO? #shorts #MrXStitch #dailyvlog

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Oct. 25, 2020

Daily Vlog 014

Introducing Herb, the thunder dog! #shorts #MrXStitch #lurcher #dogsofyoutube

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Oct. 24, 2020

Daily Vlog 013

Final thoughts on the state of our favourite big stitchy businesses and the joys of investment! Somewhat clinical insight from your ever lovin' Kingpin of Contemporary Embroidery in under a minute! #shorts #MrXStitch #dailyvlog

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Oct. 23, 2020

Daily Vlog 012

In which I consider the impact of investment capital on the longstanding brand of DMC Threads. #shorts #MrXStitch #dailyvlog

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Oct. 22, 2020

Daily Vlog 011

Continuing my conversation about the bigger companies in the world of cross stitch and my concerns about the potential fragility of the Knitting and Stitching Show! What do you think? #shorts #MrXStitch #dailyvlog

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Oct. 21, 2020

Daily Vlog 010

Thanks to Michelle Bendy Stitchy for prompting a conversation about small businesses and the seeming fragility of the mainstream cross stitch market! #shorts #MrXStitch #crossstitch #bendystitchy

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Oct. 20, 2020

Daily Vlog 009

Let me know what you think of this daily vlog business! What would you like me to talk about? #shorts #MrXStitch #vlogging

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Oct. 19, 2020

Daily Vlog 008

Following on from yesterday's video, here are some quick thoughts about the UK thread scene. #shorts #MrXStitch #crossstitch

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Oct. 18, 2020

Daily Vlog 007

Thanks to Jo Ann for asking me a question about the types of embroidery floss! if you've got a question, leave a comment and I'll answer it sometime soon! #shorts #MrXStitch #crossstitch #embroidery #floss

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Oct. 16, 2020

Daily Vlog 005

The latest #XStitchAlong is launching now! it's called CanCan and it's a nine parter. Sign up and get the floss list straight away at xstitchmag.com/shop/cancan Can you CanCan? #shorts #MrXStitch #crossstitch #stitchalong

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Oct. 16, 2020

Daily Vlog 006

An autumnal moment of Zen from a calming canal. #shorts #MrXStitch #canallife #autumn

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Oct. 15, 2020

Daily Vlog 004

Sharing a couple more thoughts about the price increase for XStitch Magazine and being grateful for the opportunity to make something this enjoyable. Visit xstitchmag.com/are-you-ready-to-xstitch to find out more! #shorts #MrXStitch #xstitchmag #crossstitch

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Oct. 14, 2020

Daily Vlog 003

The simple pleasures of hanging out with Annie XStitch and a lesson in not over complicating things. #shorts #dadlife #MrXStitch #dadsofyoutube

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Oct. 13, 2020

Daily Vlog 002

Just talking a moment to reflect on a price change for XStitch Magazine that was inspired by reading Dotcom Secrets by Russell Brunson. #shorts #MrXStitch #russellbrunson

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Oct. 12, 2020

Daily Vlog 001

I thought I'd start an experiment in documenting what goes on in the life of the Kingpin of Contemporary Embroidery. Come with me! 😃 #shorts #MrXStitch

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Sept. 25, 2020

Music To Stitch To Vol. 1 | a lo-fi playlist #lofi #studymix #craftmusic

Join Jamie "Mr X Stitch" Chalmers as he gets his cross stitch on while listening to some lo-fi beats. It's a great soundtrack for your stitching, so why not get your WIP on and chill out for an hour. If you like this soundtrack, please give the video a like!…

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Sept. 4, 2020

Is Cross Stitch Expensive? | Mr X Stitch

Jamie "Mr X Stitch" Chalmers answers the budget burning question for all potential cross stitchers? How much does it cost to get going with this craft? The good news is it is relatively inexpensive. The only challenge is how much self control you have! If you're looking for cross stitch…

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Aug. 31, 2020

Are You Still Cross Stitch Crazy?

If you're mourning the loss of Cross Stitch Crazy and Cross Stitch Gold magazines, take comfort in knowing that XStitch Magazine is here to give you the regular dose of modern cross stitch that you love. Find out more at xstitchmag.com and check out our amazing Flash Sale where you…

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July 23, 2020

What Can You Do With A Finished Cross Stitch? | Mr X Stitch

You've spent hours making a cross stitch - now what do you do with it? Jamie "Mr X Stitch" Chalmers is on hand with lots of great suggestions for you: - Frame it - Hoop it - Put it on clothes - Make Art from it - Leave it for…

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July 12, 2020

BossTube 014 - A Windy Update

Join Jamie “Mr X Stitch” Chalmers on a walk with his daughter and his dog as he recaps all the current products and projects he’s working on. 2020 Visions, a curated collection of contemporary cross stitch designs, is available to buy from the XStitch store. Get it for the early…

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June 4, 2020

BossTube 013 - Noir and moire!

Jamie "Mr X Stitch" Chalmers gives an update on all the things he's been up to lately! Get the twelfth issue of XStitch Magazine - Noir - here: https://xstitchmag.com/shop/issue-12 Join the first XStitchalong - Cagliostro - here: https://xstitchmag.com/shop/xstitchalong-001 And sign up for the 12 Days of Xmas XStitchalong here: https://xstitchmag.com/shop/12-days-of-xmas…

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March 30, 2020

Introducing XStitchAlong 001 - Cagliostro

Welcome to the first ever XStitchAlong, a story in five parts entitled Cagliostro! Buy it here: https://xstitchmag.com/shop/xstitchalong-001 It’s a Mystery StitchAlong in five monthly parts, but because it’s a mystery, there’s not a lot we can say about it. Here’s what we can tell you! The dimensions of the design…

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Feb. 28, 2020

BossTube 012 - #GirlDad

A brief update from your ever lovin' Kingpin of Contemporary Embroidery about what's been going on since his last proper update! Also featuring Annie XStitch! Things mentioned in the video: XStitch Magazine Issue 11 - Namaste - is on sale now! https://xstitchmag.com/shop/issue-11 XStitch Magazime Issue 10 - Mixtape Vol. 2…

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