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Cross stitch has changed massively over the decades, and as new technologies come out, patterns in particular, change a great deal. But with recent inventions like AI, and the rise of pattern only stores like Etsy, cross stitch patterns are evolving more than ever. But what does the future hold? We go through the history…
With the recent closures of JoAnn's in America, cross stitch forums and social media have been awash with images of stripped shelves and thread hauls. However, there has been one constant in these images; DMC thread packs. I've personally mostly stayed away from these, but are they a good thing for a cross stitcher to buy,…
I regularly get contacted about how to age DMC threads, and I'm always willing to help as it normally opens up a whole interesting nest of information. This was exactly the case recently when someone managed to get their hands on some 1920s DMC threads that even DMC didn't have copies of (more on that…
Cross stitching is not only a creative outlet but also a labor of love. Many cross stitch enthusiasts find joy in creating beautiful and intricate designs with their own hands. As their projects come to life, the question often arises - should you give your cross stitch to friends and family? Let's delve into this…