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National Needlecraft Awards 2019 won by Lord Libidan

Cross Stitch Recognition

Recognition in cross stitch is a hard topic to talk about. For many, recognition is something that rarely comes, for others, it seems like they're drowning in compliments and for others, it's still seen as a little bit taboo. When I first started my cross stitch journey, cross stitch for men simply wasn't a thing,…

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Read more about the article Glass or No Glass; Whats Best When Framing Cross Stitch?
Parts of a artwork frame (Source: agora-gallery.com)

Glass or No Glass; Whats Best When Framing Cross Stitch?

When it comes to finishing your cross stitch, there aren't many things that go through your head other than "I need to show this to everyone!", however, many people feel unsure or confused about framing. However, that really doesn't need to be the case. We've got a detailed guide on how to frame cross stitch…

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Read more about the article How to identify cross stitch threads if you don’t know the brand
thread plastic rings (source: DMC)

How to identify cross stitch threads if you don’t know the brand

If you've ever inherited a stash of cross stitch supplies you'll know that you're both super lucky, and super confused. You see, most people cast off those little thread top labels, meaning you no longer know if the threads you have are generic, or specialist. Being able to identify these threads, or a too-good-to-be-true online…

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