My cross stitch blog! Blog posts all about cross stitch! How to cross stitch tutorials for beginners as well as extra tutorials on how to finish your piece and how to make home decor items from your cross stitch work.
In this post, I’m going to explain what these 88 cross stitch terms and acronyms mean. I will also link to any tutorials I have that explain things in more detail and at the end, I will share where you can buy any of the supplies and tools that I mention! *Affiliate link, but I …
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In this post, I’m going to share my best tips for travelling with your cross stitch projects! I’ll answer questions such as “can I take my cross stitch on a plane?” and “what is the best travel bag for cross stitch?” Listen here: Have a listen to this post or scroll down to read the …
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In this post, I’m going to share how to cross stitch on clothes in 7 simple steps. This tutorial could also work for cross stitching on towels or blankets etc. I chose to stitch on my Friends t-shirt! *Affiliate link, but I only ever recommend a product I use myself. If you click on the …
In this post, I am going to share what evenweave is, how to cross stitch on evenweave and whether you should choose aida or evenweave for your cross stitch! *Affiliate link but I only recommend a product that I use myself! No time to read this post now? Scroll down and pin for later! DOWNLOAD …
In this post, I am going to share what you get in a cross stitch and how much they tend to cost. All brands and business’ will be different but this is just a general overview. 4 guaranteed things you will get in your cross stitch kit: Something to stitch onto A cross stitch pattern …
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Eeeek I’m so excited to share the details for my new Fantasy Fairytale Stitch-a-Long (SAL)! This one is going to be a little different to my others and it’s more like a 30-day stitching challenge. (If you don’t know how SALs usually work you can head over to this post to read all about them). …
In this tutorial, I am sharing how to mount cross stitch onto a canvas. Although this is a relatively easy thing to do, I break it down step by step and share the small mistakes I made so you don’t make them too! *Affiliate link, but I only recommend something I use myself. I may …
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In my brand new How to Cross Stitch Course for Beginners, I am stripping back the overwhelm and simplifying cross stitch to have you stitching in no time! Tired of scrolling Pinterest to find the relevant how to cross stitch posts? I’m here to take that away! The course is packed with instructions on how …
In this post, I’m sharing all the cross stitch tips and tricks (for beginners and beyond) that have been sent in by the Hannah Hand Makes community. If you would like to submit your own tip you can do so here and be sure to sign up to hear if your tip has been featured! …
In this post, I’m going to compare 2 of my favourite collections of thread; DMC Light Effects and Étoile. Light Effects is a metallic thread and Étoile is a glitter one. Is Light Effects or Étoile thread easier to stitch with? Which has the better range of colours? Is Light Effects or Étoile more sparkly? …
DMC Light Effects or Étoile Threads; Which Are Better? Read More »
