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Read more about the article DMC Thread Bundles: Are They Worth the Investment for Serious Cross Stitchers?
Selection of DMC Thread Packs (Source: DMC.com)

DMC Thread Bundles: Are They Worth the Investment for Serious Cross Stitchers?

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,…

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Read more about the article How To Age DMC Threads?
DMC Labels through history by tyrsa (Source: reddit)

How To Age DMC Threads?

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…

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Read more about the article Gifting Cross Stitch to Friends and Family?
Ethan Jones first cross stitch for his friend Alex, proving that guys cross stitch too.

Gifting Cross Stitch to Friends and Family?

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…

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Read more about the article Whats the difference between BLANC and B5200?
DMC Color Card focusing on B5200 BLANC and 762 (Source: littlelionstitchery.com)

Whats the difference between BLANC and B5200?

When it comes to cross-stitching, the choices of thread colors can seem endless, yet there's one debate that has puzzled stitchers for years; BLANC or B5200. Both are white DMC threads and while they may appear identical at first glance, there are subtle differences that can impact your projects. So we look to ask the…

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