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I’m back with another look at a cross stitch designer I’ve learned about from wandering around online. This one is The Elegant Thread, which features a fun collection of samplers and other historic inspired cross stitch designs.
And a couple … Read More...
Prepare to be captivated and mesmerized by a truly breathtaking video that will transport you into the enchanting world of embroidery. Created by the talented artist MIU Embroidery, this stunning embroidery landscape is a feast for the eyes and … Read More...
Who knew it could be as simple as a recycled piece of cardboard and a scrap of sheer curtain fabric to make a mini silk screening setup.
Well, it is. Pop on over to the blog Cloth Paper Scissors for … Read More...
I love a retro spin on just about anything, but retro and Christmas just seem to go together. Give me those giant old bubbling lights, blow mold Santas, fake tinsel … it all just seems so much more fun than … Read More...
The other day I came across a list of cross-stitch designers that I hadn’t seen before, and I decided I would start picking some of them at random to share their page and a pattern or two from them with … Read More...
Imagine the joy of receiving a handmade card adorned with intricate sewing and stitching details. As you explore the 11+ creative ideas presented by Heather Holbrook, you’ll uncover a treasure trove of inspiration to elevate your card-making skills. The added … Read More...
While there are a lot of cross stitch patterns out there with words on them, sometimes you can’t find just the right word or phrase that you want to include on your cross stitch project. Or maybe you like the … Read More...
This is one of those things in cross stitch that I know is so important and helpful but that I rarely do, or at least not well enough for it to be totally helpful.
Gridding your cross stitch fabric is … Read More...
Are you new to needlepoint? Learn the basic (and incredibly fun) craft of plastic canvas embroidery—and produce a cool keychain in the process. This simple guide will teach you how to accomplish a plastic canvas keychain with a step-by-step … Read More...
Introducing the Red Heart Crochet Bear Hat and Diaper Cover, a precious crochet set designed to fit babies aged 3 months. This set is the perfect way to dress up your baby for a party or family event, and it’s … Read More...
I love a good cross stitch border. They’re just the thing to make a simple project look a little more finished or to add a bit more color to a project.
You can add a border to just about any … Read More...
Flower designs are probably some of the most popular motifs in cross stitching, and Fabulous Florals brings together six projects from Herrschners using flower designs.
These projects extend beyond mere cross stitch charts. They exemplify how these designs can be … Read More...
Snarky cross stitch — whether sweary or not — has been a big trend in recent years, and if this is not your style, scroll on by. I’m not sure I can review Maybe Swearing Will Help: Relax and Curse … Read More...
It’s so fun to combine different kinds of stitching in the same project. Free Spirit Stitching: 8 Vibrant and Colorful Stitching Adventures by Debra Valencia allows you to do just that.
These projects include cross stitch and embroidery techniques together … Read More...
I am not so much of a cross stitcher that I have ever come across the problem of needing a particular color of cross stitch floss that wasn’t readily available.
But if you are working from older patterns, or a … Read More...
Not too long ago I shared a collection of bee cross stitch patterns, but I recently found another pretty one I wanted to share with you all.
Bees are great and worth celebrating and stitching all year long, so … Read More...
One of the basic issues a new cross stitcher (or even someone with more experience) might face is wondering how large to make their cross stitch fabric when they are stitching up a design.
While patterns usually tell you how … Read More...
Admittedly, I’m pretty basic when it comes to cross stitching. Most of the time I only use plain, single color, cotton thread. I have been known to use multicolored thread occasionally. It is really fun, as long at the parts … Read More...
These letters, cut from 7-count plastic canvas, may be connected to spell out welcome signs, nameplates for children’s rooms, cradle mobiles, gift baskets, party decorations, and a variety of other creative adornments.
Plastic canvas … Read More...
One of my favorite ways to introduce new crafters to cross stitch or embroidery is by having them make a bookmark. They’re useful even if they don’t turn out that pretty, and it’s a small enough project that it can … Read More...