I taught both of my daughters counted cross stitch by first starting them off on stitching simple motifs.  They are fun, colorful and are something you can finish very … read more

Cross Stitch Project Mistakes and Blended Color Nightmares   The First of Many Mistakes I had a long drawn-out cross stitch project on my frame (I am ashamed to say) for … read more

Some of the best and most beautiful cross stitch patterns are found at sites by designers who specialize in creating “realistic looking” patterns. Sunrays Creations Needl … read more

There are major differences between cross stitch and needlepoint, and either one can be simple or can become complex. There are striking differences between the two. For instance, … read more

There are projects that require blended colors, and there are some that do not and simply use solid colors.  Blended colors consist of separating one strand of floss fro … read more