Lacing cross stitch

How to frame your own cross stitch pieces on a budget using the lacing method

How to make a Lonely Cross Stitch or Confetti Stitch Sometimes you find a single cross stitch in the middle or the edge of your cross stitch pattern. A lonely cross stitch surrounded by a lot of blank cross stitch fabric. This is called a confetti cross stitch, such a cheerful name for a

How to frame your own cross stitch pieces on a budget using the lacing method

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Add a touch of elegance to your decor with this unique floral bunting decorated with pretty cross stitch designs.

By cleaning and framing your finished needlework projects yourself, you ensure they are properly framed and cared for, and save a lot of money on professional framing!

Tired of miscounting? Try gridding your project in advance to make it easier to count your stitches! Learn the different options for gridding

Answers to questions like: Will it Hurt My Cross Stitch if I Don’t Prepare My Fabric First? When Would You Need to Prepare Your Fabric for Cross Stitch? Do You Wash Your Fabric Before Cross Stitching? Should you Iron Aida Before Cross Stitching?

Have you ever wondered how to keep your cross stitching really neat? You might just find one (or more!) answers in this list of hints and tips for neat stitching. Whether you want to get neater cross stitches, a neater back to your cross stitch or some general helpful advice on keeping projects neat I got you covered!