Cross stitch stitches

A short discussion about orking with 1/4 and 3/4 quarter stitches, and deciding which technique to use in a given cross stitch pattern.

26 ways to display your finished cross stitch. Try covered buttons, lampshades, bookmarks, frames, bracelets, mason jars and more!

Here I cover 7 different thread starts: Ways to make that first stitch so that your thread stays in place and keeps your back tidy!

These cross stitch patterns are completely inappropriate (also known as subversive cross stitch.) They have bad words in them and some have mature themes. Please only click through if you are looking for inappropriate cross stitch patterns.

From abstract art to nature scenes, we’ve rounded up the best modern cross stitch patterns that you can buy right now.

Make Your Own Cross Stitch Charts Using Excel – Cross-Stitch

An beginner's guide to cross stitch, from picking out materials to starting your your first project. Avoid common mistakes and learn a new craft!

Learn how to cross stitch with this beginner's tutorial.

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

I’ve recently committed myself to a cross stitching project and there’s honestly no turning back now. The idea is to sit and stitch just one flower a day, using Carolyn Manning’s Stitch Along pattern. Despite…