Cross stitch hacks tips

Although the basics of cross stitch are pretty easy to get the hang of, these hints and tips should help make it even easier and give your work a professional look.

In this post, I am sharing 5 things to do when you lose your motivation to cross stitch. These range from doing nothing to setting timers.

Is your cross stitch project turning into a mess? Here are some quick, helpful tips and tricks on how to cross stitch neatly.

Here I cover 7 different thread starts: Ways to make that first stitch so that your thread stays in place and keeps your back tidy!

Here are 15 effective ways to stop your aida fraying and keep your cross stitch projects looking their best.

Learn how to keep your place in a cross stitch chart to minimize mistakes and make stitching faster and easier.

Cut your stitching time by up to one-third. Gridding is a way to make your fabric look more like your pattern chart by dividing the fabric into 10×10 sections – just like in your chart. With a grid on your fabric, it is much easier to do counted cross stitch without miscounting. For any counted cross stitch project, you can more quickly look up from your stitching and find your place in the pattern.

When you cross stitch, the natural oils from your fingers transfer to your fabric. These oils become yellow stains on your Aida cloth over time. Even if your cross-stitch piece looks clean, it’s st…

An beginner's guide to cross stitch, from picking out materials to starting your your first project. Avoid common mistakes and learn a new craft!

In this post, I am sharing 10 tools to make cross stitch easier and help you along your cross stitch journey.