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When it comes to cross stitch, most of us sit in our safe place. We might use white fabric, only use aida, or might stitch patterns from one preferred designer. But does it have to be that way? I propose that you should try something different, try to expand your skillset, and make something truly…
We're big fans of organization, and in the past we've covered everything from organizing fabric to needles, but this post will be slightly different. You see, whilst most of us only stitch one project at a time, that doesn't mean we only have one project started. Today, we look at how to cope with multiple…
I get asked how many stands of thread you should use in cross stitch a lot. Whilst most patterns do have a guide, depending on the fabric you use, if you stitch over 1 or 2, the overall look you want, and the amount of strands you use can vary. Fabric Strands (Light Fabric)…
As one of the main tools in cross stitch, it's no surprise that we've spoken about hoops before, at length. We even suggest them as one of the best cross stitch frame types, but there is a fairly constant discussion in the cross stitch world; if you use hoops, are wood, plastic, or spring hoops…