Cross stitch basics

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 quick tutorial on how to stitch whole cross stitches and find where to start in a cross stitch pattern.

Cross stitch is a fantastic, relaxing hobby! Learn how to cross stitch with this easy, beginner friendly tutorial from Purple Leaf Designs - try it today!

Taking up needle point? If so, one of the stitches you'll need to learn is the cross stitch. This ancient, cross-cultural embroidery technique is also known as counted cross-stitch. The pictures below will show the method as worked on a...

In this video I will show you how to start cross stitching; how to find the centre of your aida, how to put it in the hoop, and how to secure your thread.

In this post, I am sharing 10 tools to make cross stitch easier and help you along your cross stitch journey.

Want to learn how to cross stitch? Start here with our best cross stitch tips for beginners.

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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!

How to make a cross stitch cushion cover In this blog we explain how you can make a simple cushion cover using your completed cross stitch work. We'll make an easy closed cushion cover using our flower design. What materials do you need to make an embroidered cushion? How to sew a cross stitch