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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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’ [...]
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 [...]