Tutorials

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How to Do a Basic Cross Stitch (And Keep the Ba...

This guide will walk you through how to create a basic cross stitch, step by step, while keeping the back of your work tidy.

How to Do a Basic Cross Stitch (And Keep the Ba...

This guide will walk you through how to create a basic cross stitch, step by step, while keeping the back of your work tidy.

An image showing a needle and thread going through aida fabric to start stitching

How to Start & End Your Threads Neatly in Cross...

In this tutorial, we’ll cover three ways to start your thread plus how to securely end your thread.

How to Start & End Your Threads Neatly in Cross...

In this tutorial, we’ll cover three ways to start your thread plus how to securely end your thread.

Multiple colors of threads on top of aida fabric.

How to Prepare Your Fabric & Thread

In this tutorial, we’ll go over how to find the center of your fabric, cut your thread to the right length, and separate strands for stitching.

How to Prepare Your Fabric & Thread

In this tutorial, we’ll go over how to find the center of your fabric, cut your thread to the right length, and separate strands for stitching.

A cross stitch pattern featuring a grid layout with a floral design, showing symbols and color codes for stitching guidance.

How to Read a Cross Stitch Pattern

If you’re new to counted cross stitch, reading a cross stitch pattern might seem confusing at first. But don’t worry! Once you understand the basics, it’s easy to follow along...

How to Read a Cross Stitch Pattern

If you’re new to counted cross stitch, reading a cross stitch pattern might seem confusing at first. But don’t worry! Once you understand the basics, it’s easy to follow along...