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Free cross-stitch charts

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There’s something so satisfying about creating something beautiful with your own two hands. If you’re looking for a new crafting project to try, why not give cross-stitching a go? These patterns are perfect for making bookmarks – and they’re a … Read More...

Free patterns: Hand-embroidery

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This cross-stitch roundup is all about free patterns. We have created this quick list with links to each Cross stitch pattern. We have tried to choose free patterns to suit something for everyone.

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Gone again

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I’m out of town again — on vacation, this time. I’ll be away from e-mail March 25-31, but I’ve scheduled some posts to keep you stitching while I’m gone. See you next week!

Video tute: Essential embroidery

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C&T Publishing’s blog is sharing a video replay of a demonstration by Bari J. Ackerman. The blog says,

Bari shared a few of her favorite embroidery tools and some essential embroidery stitches, perfect for dressing up any sewing project!

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Tutorial: Satin-stitched dots

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I avoid embroidering dots. I’ve always thought they were just too hard. But afte reading Mary Corbet‘s tutorial, I’m willing to give them a try. I want a bit of this gorgeousness in my hoop! If you’d like to … Read More...