Have you ever tried to cross stitch on anything other that Aida or Linen? I know a lot of us have used waste cloth to stitch on clothing and such but what about stitching on crochet. I was intrigued Read More ...
Inspiration: The Universe
Our solar system…space…billions and billions of stars…for centuries we have been looking at the planets, writing about them, painting them and now cross stitching them. Rebecca at Hugs are Fun stitched our solar system for a swap she was Read More ...
Freebie: Quiet Please! Cross stitch Pattern
Quiet Please! Cross Stitcher at Work! Oh what wonderful words…if only my dogs knew how to read. This adorable and very useful door sampler would be a great addition to a sewing or crafting room. Any time you need Read More ...
Cross Stitch Tip: Fabric Size
So many times I have started a project on a different size count fabric than what the pattern tells me to use. I am the queen of just “stitching.” One time an 8 inch pattern equaled almost 2 feet Read More ...
Release the…Quacken?
Some days you just need a little humor in your life. Thank goodness for Smeddly over at Craftster.org. This large rubber duck is just too cute to be scary! Inspired by Read More ...
Cross Sttich Freebie: Out of My Mind Be Back In 5 Minutes
When I first saw this pattern all I could think of was…”yeah, it’s gonna be longer than 5 minutes!” The above pattern by Mad Creek Design is so hysterical! It is perfect for those days you feel a little Read More ...
Spotlight: Emma Congdon
I first came across Emma Congdon’s beautiful cross stitch while looking through Cross Stitcher’s magazine. The bold bright colors and whimiscal design immediately drew me in. After cruising her Etsy shop, I was hooked! This professional graphic designer has some Read More ...
Cross Stitch Freebie: Happy Camper
Yahoo! It’s the weekend! I am one happy camper! Friday! Friday! Friday! Time to shed those working man blues and commune with nature. I just love this little teardrop camper cross stitch. It would be the perfect accessory for Read More ...
TBT: Simo’s Shopping Cross stitch Pattern
This pattern is an oldie but a goodie. I just love this little lady with her adorable dog. I like to think that she is buying cute sweaters for her little partner in crime. Although this pattern is Read More ...
Cross stitch Freebie: Home
Home…where little birds and cute kitties live in harmony. At least that’s what I would love my home to be like…full of cute little animals, fun colors and peace. Yeah, I’ve got four monster dogs that just love to Read More ...