Just tack it on your fabric, stitch up the pattern, and rinse it with warm water to wash the temporary canvas away. Tapestry Needles: A cross-stitch needle is typically a long blunt point with a large eye that comes in a variety of sizes. The long needle with a blunt point makes it...
But make sure you have one before your child (or you) starts trying to cross stitch. Remove projects from the hoop when you aren't working on them to avoid leaving marks. The smaller piece goes on the wrong side of the project with the large piece overlapping on the right side....
little yarn, a feminine stitch, or a classic stitch. I chose to make a really classic cowl for MYSELF with this beautiful Wonderfluff Yarn by WeCrochet. (Again, the pattern is below)
This one is a lot of fun because it uses a color changing yarn, which means NO color changes. The striping pattern works out perfectly on it’s own, so if you want to make this easy on yourself, consider using a color changing yarn for this stitch pattern. Scroll down for the photo ...
The back post double crochet (BPDC) is similar but worked from the back to the front. Following the Pattern Accurately It's easy to lose track of where you are in a pattern, especially with multiple cables. Always keep your pattern close by and use stitch markers to help you remember ...
Learning to cross stitch can be one of the most rewarding and therapeutic hobbies. Once you’ve mastered the basics, you can take on any pattern you set your sights on! When you’ve got your threads on hand, your aida stretched over a hoop and your needle at the ready – you just ne...
The crochet cable stitch adds a wonderful texture to any piece. Crochet cables almost look like crochet braids. The step-by-step video will show you how!
Linen Stitch Dishcloth Knitting Pattern You will create an 8 x 8-inch square dishcloth with lots of texture (a woven appearance and a nice dense fabric) using the linen stitch pattern. This 2-row repeat stitch pattern is easy enough for new knitters, all you need to know is how to sli...
Cross-stitch is a wonderful medium for needlework art, but what if you want to use something other than a pre-made pattern or kit? Perhaps you have a picture of a pet or a unique drawing to adapt. There are programs available to do this; moreover, for those on a budget, there is...
Step 1 - Gather Supplies For A Fabric Panel Quilt Once you know how large your panel quilt should be, you'll need your main rectangular piece of fabric - your fabric panel. If you want to use just a portion of it, decide on what to keep and what to cut off. ...