Badass Cross Stitch has a lot of great activist cross-stitch patterns, but I really love her new activist alphabet.
Each letter is formed with a little raised fist inside and each letter stands for a principle of social justice Read More ...
The Motherload of Mini Cat Cross-Stitch Patterns
When I first came across the mini cat cross-stitch pattern page at Happiness is Cross Stitching, I wanted to point you in particular to the summer and patriotic cat designs, but really they’re alls o cute you need to take Read More ...
Wish You Were Here Cross Stitch Chart
I love this Wish You Were Here cross stitch chart, designed by Ursula Michael for her book Cross Stitch by the Sea.
It’s like a stitched postcard from the beach, complete with colorful beach chairs and umbrella, the line of Read More ...
Stitch a Summer Scene Because You Know You’re Ready
We are so. close. to the end of the school year here. Literally counting down the days. We’re especially excited this year because we’re heading to the beach for our vacation within days of the end of school.
If you’re Read More ...
Mexican Flag Cross Stitch Ideas
I wanted to share a little something for Cinco de Mayo, but not of the culturally stereotypical type stuff you normally see this time of year.
I thought a Mexican flag cross stitch pattern would be great, but strangely enough Read More ...
Add Purr-fect Lettering to Your Next Cross-Stitch Project
This is more of an inspiration than an actual pattern, but I saw this cat alphabet on Pinterest the other day and I just had to share it.
The original picture was posted on Flickr, and it was taken from Read More ...
Show Your Love for Your State with this Easy Project
I’ve been wanting to do a state-shaped cross stitch pattern for a while now, but I haven’t gotten to it yet.
This idea from Modern on Monticello is even easier than what I had in mind, because the only part Read More ...
Check Out This Cute Easter Egg Towel
Sometimes it’s fun to stitch up little home decor projects to go with the seasons, and sometimes you want to make something that’s actually useful.
This Easter Egg Cross Stitch Towel falls into the cute but useful category, and it’s Read More ...
Dr. Seuss Cross Stitch Patterns
Dr. Seuss’ birthday is celebrated each year on March 2, and to honor his legacy of encouraging reading and silliness I thought I would share some Dr. Seuss cross stitch patterns.
Unfortunately, I wasn’t able to find any free ones, Read More ...
Mardi Gras Cross Stitch Patterns
Mardi Gras is a holiday that I really love for some reason. I was raised Catholic but we never really celebrated it. I guess I just like the idea of having a party in anticipation of the days of solemnity Read More ...