▶ Watch on YouTubeFlosstube #331: Pacific Northwest Stitch Summit 2026 Recap
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Carolyn Zook, host of CZookStitch, shares a detailed recap of the Pacific Northwest Stitch Summit 2026, a cross-stitch retreat she attended in Oregon. She begins with her August stitching stats, including two finishes and one new start, and shows progress on several projects such as Bling Tree Sampler, Summer Montage, Hearts and Flowers, and Pollinators Garden. She then describes the retreat experience, highlighting the camaraderie at her table, the gifts exchanged among tablemates, and the generous kits provided by three designers: Plum Street Samplers, The Blue Flower, and Lindy Stitches. Carolyn also showcases finished pieces, including Rock of Ages and Don't Drop the Potato, and discusses her plans for future projects.
- Carolyn recaps her August stitching stats: 61 WIPs, 2 finishes, 1 new start, and 95 hours stitched.
- She shows progress on several WIPs, including Bling Tree Sampler, Summer Montage, and Hearts and Flowers.
- Carolyn shares two finishes from the retreat: Rock of Ages and Don't Drop the Potato, bringing her Countdown to 50 total to 37.
- She describes the tablemate gifts, including handmade journals, scissor cases, and project bags.
- Carolyn unboxes the three designer kits from the retreat: Plum Street Samplers, The Blue Flower, and Lindy Stitches.
- She mentions receiving a variety of gifts from fellow stitchers, including a project bag, floss, and a plate for a future finish.