Posts in category Instructions

How to Set Up Your Needlework Place

April 17, 2024 Written by Carmen

Having a good place to work on your needlework projects can be the difference between enjoying yourself and being totally frustrated. To get started, pick a spot for yourself where you can comfortably work on your projects without any frustrations. It should be a place where you can relax and enjoy rather than being frustrated because you don [...]

Choosing the Best Cross Stitch Fabric

January 20, 2015 Written by Carmen

In this article we will help you understand the different evenweave fabrics available to make your cross stitch project exactly what you want it to be after you have invested your time and money in your project. There is quite an assortment of evenweave fabrics available for cross stitch, and they come in assorted colors and thread count. Eve [...]

Tips for a Beautiful Cross-Stitch Pro...

November 20, 2014 Written by Carmen

The cloth is your canvas . . . the floss is your paint. As you prepare to begin your new and exciting cross stitch project, there are several things you must keep in mind. You will want to choose a design that is appropriate for your skill level. It is not difficult to reach the level of “experienced” when doing cross stitch. It i [...]

Cross Stitch Projects and the Fun Thi...

October 19, 2014 Written by Carmen

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There actually are many, many, many ways to do and use cross stitch projects. Here are some ideas for you. 1. Simple and small This could be for the beginner or for the very experienced needleworker. At the moment I’m thinking about making 4-inch-square coasters from a small design I fell in love with (only two or three colors). I’ [...]

Glossary of Cross Stitch Items

July 14, 2014 Written by Carmen

If you are new to cross stitch you may have a bit of a learning curve when it comes to specific terms and equipment. We gathered up the most common ones and put them all in one place! Beads Used to enhance cross stitch designs. Mill Hill Glass Beads are a good choice since there is a large choice of several types of beads and colors. This is [...]