Flosstube Extra: Cross Stitch Drum Finishing Tutorial

In this video I'll show you two ways to measure and assemble a drum from your cross stitch.
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Supplies used:
Mat board
5 inch doll needle
cotton batting
Interfacing (I use Pellon 950F)
Circle template (I use the Wescott Jumbo Template from Amazon)
Double Sided Tape
Iron
Polyfill
Bodkin
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[@deborahdelisle35]

Excellent! Thank you so much Helen. I watched this entire demonstration & will watch again as I make my first drum. 👍 Well done!! 💕

[@lizziejohns]

Helen, you are just a marvel. You’ve explained and showed it so well that I think I can do it.

[@audreyfleming8036]

Brilliant 👍👌👏👏

[@janetlongislandsticher]

Wow that was so cool. Thank you I don't know if I'll be able to do a drum like yours but it's good to have a tutorial if I want to do one one day. 👏🎉😊

[@kathytansey2486]

After watching B&E stitchery with Stephanie from the New England stitcher I had to come watch this tutorial! They finished a drum and they were so darn cute I want one too ! Your tutorial was just so amazing I actually feel like I might be able to do one ! Thank you so much for your instructions and so many great tips ! If I do one I’ll bring it to Stitch New England retreat to show them ,they are all such enablers !😂🩷

[@Olena_J]

Thank you so so much! I just finished my first drum following step by step and it looks good! No, it looks great! ))
Your explanation was perfect 🌻

[@noraharnett1842]

Thank you for the FABULOUS tutorial! I have wanted to make a drum for a while and today I took the plunge! It was definitely the hardest finish I have ever done, BUT I did it and I will do it again… and hopefully it will turn out better than the 1st one 😊

[@lynnettekinney3355]

Thank you!! Wonderful tutorial!!! Wish you were my neighbor!!! 😂

[@CandyFosta]

Love your flosstube and tutorials. You explain everything so well.

[@jdshoul]

I just watched your drum tutorial and it was GREAT! You explain and show everything in such great detail. I think I could even do one. 😂 Thank you for sharing…… Debbie

[@stefaniestaniak4329]

Great tutorial. You give inspiration and confidence through your clear instructions. Thank you.

[@grmanat]

I admit I’m tired, ready for bed and having a cup of hot tea. Thought you were saying a 5” dull needle. Then you said “be careful they are sharp”. But you said a full needle. Oh! 🤦‍♀️ a doll needle! 😂 I really want to try a drum soon. Your tutorials are excellent.

[@judiejones1633]

Thanks so much for your video. You tutorials are very helpful. Don't stop making them. 👏👏👍

[@teresakearns6924]

Amazing Amazing Amazing tutorial. Thank You So Much.

[@mprude3815]

Thank you. Your tutorials are simple and well explained. Now to try making one myself. Miriam

[@alisoncaronflyingfree]

That was fantastic. I don't know if I would have the patience that would be required but I'm will give it a try anyway. Thanks so very much for taking the time to teach this. You explain perfectly.

[@phayegeiger7085]

Thank you for this tutorial. You are very good at explaining how to finish these drums. I really appreciate that no math was involved. And also that you showed two different types of drums. Thank you again.

[@jenniferbrooks9213]

You inspire and promote courage!! Now to find a drum to make!!! Thank you!

[@jenniferbrooks9213]

You inspire and promote courage!! Now to find a drum to make!!! Thank you!

[@sandyfischl9742]

That was a fantastic tutorial! So appreciate the time you spent explaining everything. I've been wanting to tackle a drum for quite a while. You gave me the inspiration and tools I need to start. Thank you so much!

[@carolynmiller0424]

Thank you for a great tutorial. Your instructions are very easy to understand and follow. This came at a perfect time. I'm in the process of making my first drum. I saved your video & will definitely watch it again as I'm completing my drum.❤

[@kima9181]

OMG! I think I can do this now!!!! You made it so easy to follow. THANK YOU!

[@shawnduray6297]

Thank you! I will definitely give some of your tips and tricks a try! I just so happen to have three drums that I'm just at the adding the top and bottom stages and I think your advice about adding the top trim before stuffing will be helpful!

[@amyabraham2056]

Another just SUPERB tutorial! I followed your strawberry finish too. Great showing and explanation. The only one I haven’t managed yet is where we spoke of the block finish on foam block and Halloween a few years ago. Thank you once again!!!

[@maureenlopez9266]

Thanks for another great tutorial! You explain things so well! What an adorable couple of finishes!

[@sbrown33t]

Thanks Helen for another interesting tutorial. I have not done a drum before, but will now give it a go following your instructions. Happy stitching 🧵

[@kathy1896]

Thank you Helen! That was so interesting to watch how you construct a drum. ..thanks for sharing your tips!

[@theresachucle5362]

Great tutorial thank you for sharing have a wonderful week and happy stitching 😊🧵🪡🤗🤩

[@DeeAZstitcher]

THANKS!!! Much Appreciated - - and now I feel confident to do one.

[@greggsbeckymoore349]

What a wonderful job of explaining and showing how to make a drum! Thank you so much🙂

[@sandyevenson-hagen370]

Great tutorial, it’s always good to see the process. Thanks! 🌻 Both little drums are perfect!

[@sandraware4097]

Fantastic tutorial! I actually think I might could make one with a lot of practice. Thank you!

[@towmater1231]

Wow Helen! Thank you so much for sharing your way of putting together a drum! I may actually wanna do one now! 😅

[@kerierbe3699]

I just think it would be so much easier if you would just go into the finishing business!!😂😂😂

[@jonniemiller5349]

Thank you so much for taking your time to do this tutorial!!! You took the mystery out of making a drum. Thanks again. Be well!

[@twotallstitchers]

Great tutorial Helen, thanks for sharing your process and tips!

[@juliematheson182]

Awesome tutorial! You've inspired me to finish a drum!

[@frontofficed.burnell-power6288]

thank you Helen for sharing your finishes. You give me courage and I so appreciate it.

[@MaryAnnArnold]

This was a great tutorial! You took away my fear of stitching and finishing a drum. Thanks for taking the time to explain all of the steps in a clear manner. 🥰

[@kimoconnor8182]

Helen thank you so much for this tutorial. I learned a lot. Now I will have to start stitching some smalls to make some drums.

[@kimoconnor8182]

Hellen thank you so much for this tutorial. I learned a lot. Now I will have to start stitching some smalls to make some drums.

[@tammyrupp4175]

Thank you for sharing your techniques with us. Great video!

[@josieashmore8827]

Thanks so much Helen. Great tutorial. I will pluck up the courage and have a go❤

[@rebeccaana8309]

Thanks so much for your tutorials! They are so easy to understand and I always learn something new.

[@dorissanders1950]

Thanks...I am going to do this! You did it logically. Exciting!

[@catherinelaurent5219]

Helen thank-you for the great tutorial on finishing, you are wonderful.

[@judysigsworth8119]

Thank you for the great tutorial. You covered all the bases. Now I just have to sit down and give it a try!

[@lindab8078]

Thank you for such an excellent tutorial Helen.❤ You make it look doable😊

[@macollins1234]

Going to make my first Halloween drum with this tutorial - thank you!

[@jilllazzeri7861]

what a great video Helen thank you. Love how you measure - I bet your mathlete could do the math for that measurement :)

[@theinlandseastitcher]

Thank you Helen - very helpful - made me want to stitch a drum 🙂

[@sandrafromsydney8192]

Helen thanks for another great tutorial. Love the way you showed the two different types of drum to do.

[@theresalaboda3569]

Thank you Helen for such an easy to understand tutorial! Love all your tutorials!

[@Imthebeachgirl]

Thanks for sharing! They turned out great. Luv um….❤

[@debbiek4559]

This was fantastic, Helen! I was so nervous to ever try a drum finish but totally feel like I could do it now. Thank you so much!!

[@donnabennett5106]

You have just enabled me Helen Thankyou 👍🇳🇿❤️🪡

[@jackiebrown8694]

Great tutorial! Thanks for taking the time to show us how to create the drums.

[@robinselby1]

Love all of the tips and smart decisions in this finish! Thank you Helen❤

[@cathiepaski8085]

Great tutorial Helen. I really want to try this so I hope mine will come out as well as yoursdid.

[@paulagolden4731]

Thank you for another great tutorial. You take the scary out of finishing!!

[@ShirlHubbs]

Thanks so much for the great tutorial! Loved it!

[@margaretbramlett1645]

Thank you. I learned a lot. Going to try drum soon. 👏👏👏

[@carlenehall2979]

Helen that was an excellent tutorial! Thank you so much!

[@patquiltb77]

Helen! The drums are totally awesome💥💫✨You are so crafty and talented!
Thank you for all your hard work to bring us this wonderful tutorial♥️🌹

[@cathycosier7870]

You are awesome! Not sure I could do that! A great tutorial!!

[@janehouston6822]

TA DA!!! Awesome as usual, Helen, Thank You !!

[@cathymadrid6044]

Thank you. Awesome tutorial as always.

[@janisjagielkymiller6869]

Thanks for a great video! I been wanting to make a drum!

[@fayrelightjordan2470]

Good clear instructions. Thanks!

[@jeantruckey1502]

Clear tutorial as usual. Thank you!!!🪡🪡🪡

[@sheilalovesgreg3489]

Beautiful Helen! You are a great teacher, very detailed!

[@angelawest5125]

Thank you so much for sharing all your tips and tricks

[@elizabethconley9956]

Thank you so much for sharing. This is a great tutorial.

[@presbymom]

You made that look easy! Thank you for making this tutorial!

[@christinecrane4864]

One day I will give this a try! Thank you!!

[@larainecroall7541]

You make it look so easy but I can see where I can do it. Beautiful work

[@kckoehler1766]

So fabulous! Thank you very much.

[@lisablatt7287]

Wonderful thanks for sharing ❤

[@lydiasammut3780]

tnx for this tutorial finish love your chanel

[@dianeruno4942]

Thanks so much Helen for the tutorial

[@CarolRogers50]

Wonderful clear directions 🍁👍🪡🧵

[@BettyJo442]

Thank you so much for the great tutorial! ❤

[@sharonpetterson478]

Excellent tutorial. Your a great teacher.

[@KimberlyL1958]

Beautiful Helen. So helpful! 🌺🌷❤️💕

[@abuelitap65]

Great Tutorial TYFS (Pauline S)

[@robinbunis6792]

Thank you so much Helen... you have demystified sewing drums. Great tutorial. Question...what sewing machine do you have...it looks so portable?

[@helend.flosstube]

I have a Brother XM2701. It's very basic and can easily be lifted and moved around.

[@noretteherzog2493]

Thank you! You're a great teacher!

[@tlovesstitching]

Thanks for the great tutorial!!

[@marika.stitches]

Thank you for sharing this! Not as afraid of a drum finish now!

[@judiemarshall7812]

Thank you, great job.

[@sandramoore4200]

Beautiful, thank you!

[@lynettesmith6539]

Wonderful tutorial!!!!!!!

[@janadachingwa9234]

Wonderful tutorial.

[@betsywise4948]

Love your tutorials

[@martharobbins5189]

An excellent tutorial!

[@stitchywitch42]

I love your unscientific ways, mostly because that's what I do 😊
💙🖖

[@helend.flosstube]

I'm a big fan of just winging it!

[@karenbeigh8789]

Excellent tutorial.

[@stitchingontherock]

Yay!!!!!!!! (Is that too many exclamation marks) Queuing it up for the first watching, I'm sure it will repeated many times.

[@helend.flosstube]

There's never too many exclamation marks! 😂

[@lisaboban]

Brilliant presentation!
For those who have a hard time seeing, TH-cam lets you zoom in by pinching the video. I was able to see Helen's joining process perfectly by zooming in.

[@helend.flosstube]

Thanks for the tip!

[@patemmack7205]

Thanks for the tutorial. I’ve never tried a drum, but this makes it possible. I will go with Pi x diameter = circumference for the measurements.
Patti the math nerd

[@helend.flosstube]

That's too much for my brain! 😂