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Blackwork Basics

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Blackwork is one of my favorite styles of embroidery – of course, I usually just use backstitch when I am doing it because with cross-stitch, it’s all the same, right? Well, not really, and I read a post recently that … Read More...

Cross Stitch Moustache Ring

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I know it’s silly, but I love that Geico commercial where the three guys do goofy things with their cell phones. The bro-stache line gets me every time.

So, when I saw Sarah Fordham’s MaMagasin shop on etsy, I was … Read More...

Let Me Introduce Myself

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Hi! I am Connie Barwick and I will be taking over as the Cross Stitch editor here at Craft Gossip. I am really excited to be a “Gossip Girl” now – sorry for the lame joke, but that’s what I … Read More...

Linux Girl Geeks Unite!

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Hi! I do not use Linux. I have in the past but just would rather stick to my Mac until I need to get another computer job.

If you ARE a Linux geek than you probably use GIMP, which is … Read More...

Mill Hill Beads

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Did you know that Mill Hill Beads has a HUGE online store? Well they do!!! You CAN purchase directly from the site, which is wonderful, because you have access to all their inventory. Not to mention their other products! Hurry … Read More...

The Stitching Scientist

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Todays blog is a great blog by exactly what she named herself, a stitching scientist! Heather from NC is a new mom, avid stitcher and a professor of biology! Her blog is great fun with candid looks at her life, … Read More...

Floss and Yarn

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This great little blog is excellent eye candy!!! The author provides an informational commentary on her own progress as well as wonderful tutorials! Very nice!!

Lizzie Kate

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How can you not love the infectious Love from the Lizzie Kate Designs. Every single one makes you smile, and I mean EVERY one!!!

Her site is a wealth of information. She has a wonderful full color catalog with all … Read More...

Heaven and Earth Designs

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I’m not sure how to describe the charts here, other than to say, you REALLY have to see them to believe them. I will say that once you stitch a HAED pattern you will probably never stitch anything else … Read More...

Chewed Away

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Great blog!!! Gill from Australia,provides an amusing and literate veiw into her stitching world. I only wish I stitched as fast as this girl!!! And her work is exquisite,I mean heart stopping. Go check her out and don’t forget her … Read More...

Friends to Seniors

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 More charity opportunities. 

Friends to Seniors site matches stitchers to needs from the elderly in their area. According to the literature they are branching out to other areas. There are several different ways to help. Check them out!!!