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The oldest surviving sampler. Jane Bostocke, England, 1598 (source: collections.vam.ac.uk)
Today, I want to talk about samplers, both in the general sense as well as cross stitch. I know your first thought might be "Its a sample, what's more to learn?" however samplers are a very interesting part of cross stitch history. One that whilst looking rather simple actually has complicated roots. Sampler [sam-pler,…
Giant Squid vs Great White Shark Cross Stitch Pattern by Richearts (Source: Etsy)
A few weeks back we talked about a killer tea cross stitch pattern that was featured on our how to make sure you buy a quality cross stitch pattern post. Today we show off the other pattern featured; squid. Giant Squid vs Great White Shark Cross Stitch Pattern by Richearts Giant squid might not be…
Clip-on magnifier by 123stitch
I recently won the best miniature cross stitch in the National Needlecraft Awards this year with my miniature traditional pirate samplers and as a result I won a fancy magnifying light. This was the first one I ever got, and whilst it gave me loads of ideas for miniature cross stitch, I didn't realize the…
Futurama Home Sweet Home Cross Stitch by Lord Libidan
Title: Home Sweet Home Futurama Cross Stitch Date Completed: October 2019 Design: Lord Libidan Count: 14 Canvas: White Colours: 3 Pop Culture: Futurama Before I started cross stitching back in 2001, I knew of cross stitch. This was before the big cross stitch revolution in England, and I didn't have anyone I knew cross…