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BattleWIP - Introduction for a New Stitchy Game

HeroBorn StitchesUnited States
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Jess, the host of Hero Born Stitches, introduces BattleWIP, a new interactive stitchy game she has designed to bring cross-stitchers together while helping them make progress on their works-in-progress. Inspired by the classic Battleship game and other flosstube games, BattleWIP pairs stitchers to play strategically against each other, using their WIPs as 'ships' (or 'whips') on a grid. The game aims to connect stitchers and provide a low-pressure, randomised way to tackle projects, with no strict timeframes unless partners agree otherwise.

  • Jess explains the inspiration behind BattleWIP, including the round-robin organised by Jason Xstitches and the Sleepy Stitcher's games.
  • The game involves placing WIPs on a grid, with each 'whip' having a set number of goals (e.g., 5 for the 'floss boss', down to 1 for smaller projects).
  • Players take turns calling out coordinates; a hit is called a 'stitch' and a miss a 'knot', with a 'stitch the knot' variation requiring extra stitching on a frog project.
  • Sign-ups for the trial run close on September 5, 2026, with gameplay running from September 7 to November 23, 2026.
  • Prizes include a $50 gift card to a cross-stitch shop, with a random draw from feedback forms.
  • Jess plans to gather feedback after the trial run and considers running the game for a full year in the future.
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Description from YouTube
Do you love cross-stitch and want a fun, interactive way to crush your WIPs? 🧵✨

Welcome to BattleWIP—a brand-new interactive stitchy game designed to bring the cross-stitch community together while conquering our works-in-progress! 🚢

📋 HOW TO JOIN & PLAY:

📝 Sign-Up Form: https://forms.gle/shDXKsKokgGab7mG8

📄 Game Rules & Worksheets: https://docs.google.com/document/d/14INVC5qX382R0b19PheJ5sHbBeFgLhrU3SvG1l257Ec/edit?usp=sharing

⏰ IMPORTANT DATES:

• Sign-up Deadline (Trial Run): Saturday, September 5, 2026

• Gameplay Period: Monday, September 7, 2026 – Monday, November 23, 2026

⏱️ TIME STAMPS:

00:00 – Introduction & Inspiration

06:33 – How to Play

16:27 – Game Variations

19:11 – Setting Your Stitch Goals

21:35 – "Stitch the Knot" Variation

22:47 – How to Sign Up

26:00 – Prizes & Giveaways

27:49 – Key Dates & Deadlines

30:20 – What’s Next?

💖 Inspiration & Shoutouts:

Special thanks to these amazing FlossTubers for the inspiration:

@siskestitches | @JasonXStitches | @JessieMarieDoesStuff | @the_sleepystitcher

📬 CONNECT WITH ME:

• Email: HeroBornStitches@gmail.com

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/herobornstitches

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