Rockome Gardens 2008 National Counted Cross-stitch Show

Rockome Gardens Arcola, Illinois

June 6th – 15th.

This year’s show theme is “Life Is a Stitch”

There’s a great lineup of classes for you to choose from. Taking classes in Rockome’s relaxed … Read More ...

10th April 2008 – 12th April 2008

Stitch & Creative Crafts Show – Kings Hall, Belfast

or

24th April 2008 – 27th April 2008
Stitch & Creative Crafts Show – Shepton Mallet, Somerset

These shows have everything covered from cross-stitch, … Read More ...

Ok I am not a tech junkie or even a computer enthusiast but this one gave me a slight little giggle.. you know a crack of a smile.

Yiotas XStitch is giving you a free pattern for,  yes, it is … Read More ...

Michaelpowellart was voted Designer of the year and Kit of the year at the international Craft Hobby and stitchers show.

Check out the website for all the latest offers, including FREE postage on all UK orders. $10 off all Triptychs.  … Read More ...

This  Gym Goddess pattern is a free chart from Cross-stitching is simply adorable and very appropriate for me after a very indulgent easter.

I am pretty sure stitching about exercise is the same as exercise isnt it ?… Read More ...

This is a medical issue facing all crafters not just needleworkers, In fact my mother had both her hands operated on for Carpel Tunnel Syndrome and she dabbled in all crafts.  Chris Adams over at about.com has written an informative … Read More ...

 The Stitches & Craft Show

Melbourne

Dates: 12th – 16th March 2008

The Stitches & Craft Show is Australia’s longest running craft event specialising in craft ideas, craft projects and craft supplies. With over 100 craft suppliers under the one … Read More ...

These website no longer exist, you can read more of our Smocking articles here. 

Smocked boys bunny suit

A few weeks ago we had a post about smocking and a few of our readers were left gob-smocked at the intricate … Read More ...

2008 Celebration of Needlework Event

Nashua, NH Celebration
April 30 – May 4, 2008

Celebration of Needlework will be moving back to the the Marriott – our former location – for 2008! We will be at the lovely Courtyard Nashua … Read More ...

Eweandeyeandfriends have a wonderful collection of needlepoint canvases that are a little different than the norm as these are hand painted designs. In fact there whole website is inspiring, I especially love the sheep logo. BAaaaaaa

I must say that … Read More ...

If you are like me and have a little problem following the directions on packets, kits and patterns then this step by step deviated (From the packet lol) tutorial might be the guide you need.

This free tutorial or guide … Read More ...