Basics
Learn about embroidery and cross-stitch supplies and basic techniques.
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Ribbon Embroidery Stitches
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The Basic Cross-Stitch
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Cross-Stitch Calculator
Embroidery & Cross-Stitch Projects
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 Add texture to these wool flower pincushions by hand-stitching with floss. |
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Backstitches
An outline stitch for cross-stitch and embroidery.
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Five Embroidery Stitches
Diagrams for five common embroidery stitches.
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French Knot
A commonly used finishing touch -- c'est bon!
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Needle Types
What the right needle for your project?
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Ribbon Embroidery How To
Learn how to create various ribbon embroidery stitches with our simple tutorial and diagrams.
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Secure Thread at the Beginning
Keep your thread from working loose.
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Secure Thread at the End
Keep your cross-stitches from unraveling.
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Threads for Stitching
All about fibers for cross-stitch.
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Whipstitch
A stitch for finishing edges or attaching two pieces of fabric.
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Quarter and Three-Quarter Stitches
Stitches for rounded edges.
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Cross-Stitch Calculator
Use this calculator to determine sizes of fabrics, patterns, and the finished project.
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Cross-Stitch Fabrics
Fabric possibilities to start off your cross-stitch adventure.
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Cross-Stitch with Beads
A simple technique for embellishing your cross-stitch project.
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Half Cross-Stitch
An easy stitch that makes a difference to your design's appearance.
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The Basic Cross-Stitch
The stitch that gives this needle art its name.
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Glossary of Cross-Stitch Terms
An alphabetical list of terminology for cross-stitch.
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