Glow in the dark Embroidery thread
is a fun way to add interest to all kinds of cross stitch and embroidery patterns. Activated by natural or artificial light, the thread glows when the lights are out. It’s perfect for everything Read More ...
Do You Use a Needle Minder?
After talking about waxing embroidery floss the other day, I got to thinking about other accessories or things that are optional but could potentially save you a lot of trouble when you’re doing cross stitch.
Another thing that falls into Read More ...
What is Thread Waxing and Why Would You Want to Do it?
I recently came across this post on Tiny Modernist about floss waxing, which is not something I have given much thought to lately.
I know that floss waxing is a thing — and as it sounds it is Read More ...
Make HERstory with Badass Cross Stitch
Have you ever seen embroidery samplers or quilts in museums, or even your own family heirlooms, and wondered what life was like for the women who made those pieces?
When Shannon from Badass Cross Stitch was gifted a couple of Read More ...
Stitch Some Fun with Cross Stitch Quickies
Little cross stitch projects are perfect for beginners who like the instant gratification of finishing a project in a day or two, but they’re fun for everyone who wants a little diversion in the summertime or a tiny project to Read More ...
A Great Way to Manage Thread on a Big Cross Stitch Project
I’ll admit that most of the cross-stitching I have done and most of what I share here are pretty small, easy projects that don’t require a lot of time, colors or effort to complete. That’s just what works for my Read More ...
How to Frame Cross Stitch Using Sticky Board
looking for a quick and easy way to mount your cross stitch or embroidery so you can frame it? Sticky board
, a press-on adhesive mounting board, is a great option.
The board can be cut to just the Read More ...
Trailing Blue Flowers Cross Stitch Border
Sometimes the Pinterest algorithm gets it right. This pattern, for a trailing vine of blue flowers from LaMariacha, was in one of those “you might enjoy these Pins” emails. You know the ones that are usually really unrelated stuff and Read More ...
Stitch a Lovely Bug with Cross Stitch and Embrodiery
It had been a while before I checked out the freebie patterns at the DMC website, but I happened past there the other day and checked out some of their free patterns.
This one of a lacewing is really striking, Read More ...
Harry Potter Dementor Cross Stitch Pattern
I don’t think Harry Potter stuff will ever get old, so I was happy to see this free cross stitch dementor pattern from Albion Gould.
It’s worked on cool printed fabric, but of course it would be great on regular Read More ...