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Cross Stitch

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Cross Stitch

Colorful threads and a simple stitch make cross stitch a favorite among stitchers. Free patterns, patterns for sale, finished goods for sale and everything you ever wanted to know about cross stitch projects.

All the website owners have also included their favorite cross stitch crafty tips.
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Great Cross Stitch Websites

Patterns Patch ... Your gateway to cross-stitch heaven!
Patterns Patch ... Your gateway to cross-stitch heaven!

Patterns Patch is a private, members only club for cross-stitch enthusiasts. Currently, there are almost 300 patterns for members (non-members can purchase at low prices), including a few crochet and knitting patterns; almost 200 articles; 18 detailed tutorials; archived XS tips & news from the monthly newsletter; glossary of XS terms; a XS calculator when making your own patterns; chat room, and 2 very active forums — all are searchable. You can even have a photo made into a pattern for free!

Cross Stitch Crafty Tip
Did you know that you can do counted cross stitch on regular fabric? You can put unique designs on clothing or anything else you'd like to stitch on. Use a nifty little product called "Waste Canvas", found at most craft stores. You cut a piece slightly larger than your stitching and baste onto your fabric. Using a normal sewing "sharp" needle, stitch your project - don't pull your stitches real tight. When done, thoroughly wet the waste canvas and stitching. Then, remove the waste canvas with tweezers. Let it dry, and you have a unique item.
 
 

Cross Stitch Tips & Tricks

Great tips about stitches, techniques, dealing with stitcher's ailments, finding charts, and the finishing, washing and blocking of pieces can all be found on her cross stitch site. Her site is a great resource for the professional stitcher looking to learn more about the business of stitching and includes tips for teaching needlework to others.

Cross Stitch Crafty Tip
Your cross stitch pieces will lay flatter if you thread your needle with the grain of the floss.

 
 
 
 
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