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AI can now produce some really good images of cross stitch (Image Of A Completed Cross Stitch by Google Gemini's Nano Banana)

Why Cross Stitch Pattern Quality Is Tanking (And AI Slop Is Making It Worse)

I do not doubt that historic cross stitch patterns are being deleted from the internet, but at the same time, the quality is tanking too. Ironically, one of the main reasons for this is the abundance of portals that cross stitch designers can use to sell patterns. This should, therefore, suggest that curated patterns are…

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Epic Pokemon Cross Stitch by Eponases (source: eponases.com)

The Deleted Cross Stitch Pattern Phenomenon

About a month ago we spoke about why cross stitch alphabets are so hard to come by, and it got me thinking; that it really isn't only alphabet patterns that are harder to come by now. Back when I started cross stitch, there were literally hundreds of cross stitch websites offering thousands of free cross…

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Selection Of DMC Variation Embroidery Threads From 1954

The 25 Things Every Cross Stitcher Eventually Buys

I often get asked what cross stitch accessories a new stitcher should buy, and whilst I often supply them with a list, I also often give them a list of what not to get. Items that every cross stitcher eventually gains in their collection, but never really needs. Sure, some are useful. Others are a…

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Cross Stitch Sampler Featuring Alphabet With Missing J Q W X Y Z (Source: Modern Folk Embroidery)

Why Are Cross Stitch Alphabet Patterns So Hard to Come By?

We've all been there. We need a quick cross stitch alphabet to add to our pattern, or sign our work, or add a monogram. But when we go looking, we can only find heavily ornate designs or massive letter patterns. Etsy and Pinterest are great, but when you need to scroll for an hour to…

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