I feel like I have shared a lot of British designer Durene J Cross Stitch’s patterns before, so it seemed like high time to share their Etsy shop as a designer spotlight.
When I think of Durene’s designs, I think Read More ...
Portal Cross Stitch Patterns
The other day I came across this collection of cross stitch patterns inspired by the video game Portal from sonovastitch and I just had to share them. They all include the companion cube from the game and different phrases like Read More ...
Designer Spotlight: Tourmaline Pattern
The Ukrainian Etsy shop Tourmaline Pattern is the place for you if you like animal patterns with a lot of whimsy and a touch of snark.
You know it’s going to be good when the categories include things like ghosts, Read More ...
Converting Photos to Cross Stitch
One of the questions I commonly hear from crafters, whether it’s related to cross stitch, knitting or crochet, is wondering how best to convert a photo or other image (like a logo) into a pattern that they can stitch.
Tea Cross Stitch Patterns
It wasn’t intentional that I shared a coffee-related pattern in my latest designer spotlight and then had a collection of tea cross stitch patterns for my next post. But I imagine we could all use all the caffeine we can Read More ...
Designer Spotlight: StudioHMP
Classic old world cross stitch designs and finished pieces are what you will find at Ukraine-based Etsy shop StudioHMP.
This designer has about 60 cross stitch designs as I write this, with an emphasis on classic samplers, florals, birds and Read More ...
How and Why to Cross Stitch on Plastic Canvas
When I teach hand stitching to kids I always start them on plastic canvas because it’s stable and sturdy, there’s no question where your needle should go because the holes are big and obvious, and you don’t need a hoop Read More ...
Inside Out Cross Stitch Patterns
With the new Inside Out movie recently being released, I thought it would be a good time to stitch up some Inside Out cross stitch patterns. These characters are colorful and fun to stitch, and a great way to get Read More ...
Designer Spotlight: Sam X Stitch
I usually pick my designer spotlights because something will catch my eye while I’m looking for cross stitch patterns to share with you, and I don’t always remember what when I get back to them.
In the case of Sam Read More ...
How to Cross Stitch on Clothing
Many, many years ago when I was in 4-H, I remember making a quilt for our leader who was having a baby that included different green and white fabric and we cross stitched the 4-H clover onto some of the Read More ...