Essential Cross Stitch Supplies
Learn the Basics of Patterns, Fabric, Needles, Threads, and Hoops Cross stitch embroidery is fun, easy to learn, and portable. To get started with cross stitch, all you need is a few inexpensive...
View ArticleGuide to Counted Cross Stitch Fabrics
Learn When to Use Cotton, Linen, Paper, Plastic Canvas, Waste Canvas Cross-stitchers can choose from a wide variety of different fabrics, each with its own advantages and disadvantages. Here’s a...
View ArticleFinding a Cross Stitch Pattern
Tips for Finding and Selecting Stitching Designs Cross stitching is a popular hobby where much time is spent looking for patterns. Here are some tips for finding and selecting charts. Along with...
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How to Stitch Using Different Tools and Methods While some cross-stitchers prefer to use an embroidery stretcher frame or hoop, others use nothing. To find out what goes well for you, try different...
View ArticleLearn How to Dye Cross Stitch Fabrics
Tips for Coloring Embroidery Canvases You don’t need to buy specially colored fabric for your cross stitch and embroidery projects. Why not dye your own canvases? Unless you live near a needlework...
View ArticleSimple Cross Stitch Gifts to Stitch
Simple and Low-Cost Stitching Projects for Giving You don’t have to spend months stitching a gift for someone. Here are some suggestions for cross stitching a gift when you get an unexpected...
View ArticleDesign Your Own Cross Stitch
Create a Customized Needlework Pattern Here is a way to take your favorite verse and create a cross-stitch pattern of your very own. Designing Your Own Cross-Stitch Pattern Materials Needed: Tracing...
View ArticleCross Stitching for Crafty Rebels
Julie Jackson, author, cross stitcher and creator of the Subversive Cross Stitch website and book is an inspiration to many crafty introverted types. She began her business as a form of anger...
View ArticleCross Stitch Your Photos
Using your own pictures and a cross stitch program, make a keepsake, easily put together a unique cross stitch kit, or create a fun gift. You could even make a quilt or knitting pattern from your...
View ArticleDesigning Cross Stitch Patterns
Sometimes it’s hard to find just the right cross stitch pattern. That’s why many stitchers are learning to design their own charts. Many cross stitchers addicted to stitching can become just as...
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