I think most crafters like to show off the fact that they are crafters, but that can be difficult with some crafts that don’t lend themselves to garment making. Cross-stitch, for example, isn’t usually used on a lot of things Read More ...
Do You Sign Your Stitches?
I came across this post the other day from Two Little Kits about signing your cross stitch projects. I know a lot of people do add their initials and the year to their makes, but it’s not something I have Read More ...
Darn Good Yarn Unicorn Scissors
Part of the fun of stitching is having some whimsical accessories in your work basket, so why not add a bit of fun with these unicorn scissors from Darn Good Yarn?
These heavy, premium-quality, 4-inch scissors are coated with a Read More ...
Princess and the Pea Cross Stitch Pattern
This is a cute little cross stitch project to use up all your little bits of thread, because you can make each of the mattresses a different color! Have them coordinate as shown or make them all the colors if Read More ...
Lovebirds Valentine’s Chart
This vintage-inspired chart of lovebirds can be used for cross-stitch, knitting or crochet, but I love the idea of doing it as cross-stitch on some cream-colored fabric.
The design is 52 by 61 stitches and as charted would use three Read More ...
A Bitch in Time Offers Salty Cross-Stitch Patterns
If you’re the sort of person to be turned off or offended by a cross-stitch book called A Bitch in Time
, you should probably move on from this review right now.
It’s a book full of 30 snarky cross-stitch Read More ...
Dairy Herd Pattern
An idyllic pasture complete with a grazing herd is depicted in this charming landscape design from Julia Lucas. Stitched atop hand-dyed Jobelan, which mimics a late summer sky, this quick-to-stitch project uses full and partial cross stitches along with backstitches. Read More ...
Pear Ornament Cross Stitch Pattern
Add another ornament to your “to stitch” list! Family and friends will ooh and aah over your festive holiday creation! Finished size: stitch count: 50H x 35W; design size: 3 5/8″ x 2 1/2″. Design originally published in Just CrossStitch Read More ...
Cello Ornament Cross Stitch Pattern
Add another ornament to your “to stitch” list! Family and friends will ooh and aah over your festive holiday creation! Finished size: stitch count: 97H x 58W; design size: 4 1/2″ x 2 2/3″. Design originally published in Just CrossStitch Read More ...
Christmas Fantasy Cross Stitch Pattern
Two colors of variegated floss and a sparkling metallic braid shimmer delightfully atop white fabric in this magical holiday design. This project will have you finessing your specialty stitches and creating an heirloom at the same time. Finished size: stitch Read More ...