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Central Limit Theorem cross stitch by Greg Snow (source: Google plus)

Why I always put cross stitch on my CV

As a marketer, I've always wanted to stand out from the droves of CVs an employer gets. Eventually, I tried outputting cross stitch on there. I never looked back. Since it went on my CV I've had 200% more interviews; it comes up in every interview, and frankly, I think I owe my job to…

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World War 2 sampler by imprisoned POW Major Alexis Casdagli (source: V and A website)

A Definative History of Cross Stitch

Cross-Stitch has been a staple of embroidery for nearly 2000 years, and in that time has gone through multiple dips and resurgences through the last two millennia. However, the story starts back in Egypt. You can view this post as an infographic by scrolling down! 500AD The first known embroidery In around 1860 a dig…

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Fine Cell Work - A prisoner cross stitching in his cell (source: mrxstitch.com)

So, What is Cross Stitch?

As every cross stitcher knows, that question is all too common amongst your friends, family, and colleagues, and I’ve never been able to answer in a simple, succinct way. I usually palm it off as a bit of a granny hobby (which is usually followed by a really weird look). I then try and palm…

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CrossStitcher Magazine Cover Issue 317 (source: crossstitchermag.co.uk)

I’m in the Cross Stitcher! Again!

I've once again been featured in The Cross Stitcher magazine! And once again it was my transforming piece. Time for an improved piece maybe?   I've now been published quite a few times. Check me out in: Fine Art Cross Stitch Kit Emoji Cross Stitch Kit Star Wars Cross Stitch Kit Star Trek Cross-Stitch: Explore…

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