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Harry Potter Crest Pillows Cross Stitch by Carlydx-x (source: Instructables.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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Read more about the article Why Are Cross Stitch Alphabet Patterns So Hard to Come By?
Selection of massive cross stitch pattern adverts (Source: Etsy)

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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The New Cross Stitchers Bible Cover and Inside Pages (Source: JaneGreenoff.com)

Is “The New Cross Stitcher’s Bible” Actually Any Good?”

It doesn't matter who is rounding up cross stitch books; there is one book that always appears: Jane Greenoff's New Cross Stitcher's Bible. Even our own list of best cross stitch books does. But in every review you see for the book, there is always a negative, always something holding it back from that big…

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