There are a few techniques out there for getting started in cross stitching. While you can try out several different stitches, all of the above patterns use a basic "X" shaped stitch. While some ...

In those days, she says, cross-stitching seemed to be all about teddy bears and fairies. But cruising the shops on Etsy, she found patterns for Harry Potter designs and sarcastic quotes to stitch.

giant squid-coloured embroidery thread (we used DMC thread and the colours you need are on the pattern, but you can also choose your own colours) cross-stitch fabric (we used Aida 14 count fabric) an ...

To cross-stitch your nudibranch, you need to make a small cross of embroidery thread to match every coloured square on the pattern. Choose a square roughly in the middle of the nudibranch pattern and ...

Another important factor is the design of the kit. Cross stitch kits come in a wide variety of designs, from traditional floral patterns to modern pop culture references. Choosing a design that ...

CROSS-STITCH, by Jazmina Barrera. Translated by Christina MacSweeney. Needlework is often depicted as a peaceful activity: feminine, unthreatening, decorative. Yet in Jazmina Barrera’s ...

Basically, I'm looking for any excuse to stitch Hylda Baker. Cards, prints, and cross stitch patterns are available at etsy.com Head to 8bitnorthxstitch.com to see the full range of designs and to ...