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DMC Embroidery Floss Color Card (Source: stitchedmodern.com)
Not everyone has all the DMC colors, and whilst I would suggest everyone joins the journey to owning all threads, sometimes it just isn't viable. But how exactly would you go about replacing threads if you need to? Why Replace Colors? I guess we should start by discussing the possible reasons we might need replacement…
3D donut cross stitch by NickelAndGraceStudio (source: Etsy)
This post was originally in XStitch Magazine Issue 8: The Munchies, and has been adapted. I don’t know many people that don’t love food. You might be the type to crave a Thai, to devour a roast, or even to suck a boiled sweet. I have no doubt that reading this mag you’re already…
The Best Gifts For Cross Stitchers
Christmas is nearly upon us, and we all know how hard it is to buy gifts for hobbies we don't know much about. So here's an updated holiday gift guide on what to buy the cross stitcher in your life. They're arranged by price from lowest to highest. Cross Stitch Gifts Under $25/£20 Aida…
June Tailor Cushioned Quilters Square n Blocker with iron (Source: Amazon)
If you choose to wash your cross stitch there is a need to dry it. This drying gives you a chance to block out your cross stitch (or pinning as its sometimes called) and ensures no stretching, warping, or folds can be seen in your finished project. But it also sucks. You have to get…