Tip of the day

for 28th of January
Colour match

If you are designing your own piece of cross stitch, try placing all...

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Win a Tatty Teddy Love You kit

We’re giving you the chance to win one of three Tatty Teddy Love You kits, worth over...

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FREE chart

This fabulous floral bookmark by Lesley Teare is a beautiful little project to stitch if you are looking forward to spring...

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Beautiful Borders - sadly missed
We miss this friendly store - great for craft magazines and even crafting in!
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Cross stitch artists

Ever wondered how paintings become cross stitch kits?...

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Forever Friends
Five ways to get cosy with cross stitch

Settle into the New Year by snuggling up with your...

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Top tips for beginners from Mr X Stitch!

If you've taken up cross stitching as a new hobby for...

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But who stitched the wedding sampler?

United by stitching, many familiar faces attended the...

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hello im just saying hello to everyone
Sarah123
Sat Jan 28, 2012 01:54 am
hello im just saying hello to everyone
Re: WHO ARE WE? Please keep TTT for our new members
tubbsy24
Sat Jan 28, 2012 12:18 am
WHO ARE WE? Please keep TTT for our new members
ON THIS DAY Jan 28 - please keep TTT
tubbsy24
Sat Jan 28, 2012 12:16 am
ON THIS DAY Jan 28 - please keep TTT

How to …

Have a browse through this selection of great tips and advice on making the most of your cross stitch, whatever your level of experience and expertise – you’ll be surprised by how much you can learn!

Poppy Benner, Editor

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Perforated paper
How do I cut out the design when I've stitched it?
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Perforated paper
Is there any specialist equipment needed to stitch on paper?
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