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Making patterns is pretty simple, however making a good one is an art. We've gone over a few ways to make sure the pattern you make has elements that put on the finishing touches, however, I'm going to delve into one of those in more detail. The Story. This is where comic books come in.…
I've already written a few blog posts in the past on how to make a cross stitch pattern perfect however it was written from the point of view of improving a pattern you've already made. But what about starting from a blank piece of paper? Story Every post I've written about cross stitch patterns starts…
Yes, you can cross stitch on a flight and all your tools can be taken in your carry-on bag. The TSA advises; You may place your knitting needles and needlepoint tools in carry-on or checked baggage. However, it should be noted that you are only allowed to take scissors as long as the blades do…
Frankly, there are hundreds of cross stitch books out there. This isn't a buying guide, it's my personal top 10, the modern and contemporary books that changed how I think about the craft. If you want a structured recommendation by skill level instead, head over to our full best cross stitch books guide. Here we…