Art, patterns and techniques
In embroidery, “slip” is a term for a type of applique. Megan McConnell’s blog post explains not only the history of slips but also modern applications. For some great ideas about how to use these recyclable needleworks, see Megan’s article… Read More ...
For this weekend only, Threadart is honoring both May and June specials. Hurry over and check them out.… Read More ...
FREE Thread heaven Giveaway from Wimblebees and The World of Cross Stitching
10 chances to win!
Check out the Great Value Grab Bags section of www.wimblebees.
com, where packs of assorted Pearl Cottons, fabric, beads & charms and Caron threads … Read More ...
FREE Mini stitch motifs Giveaway from Cinnamon Cat and The World of Cross Stitching
Worth £20 each!
For great, quick-stitch designs, look no further than Cinnamon Cat’s cute new range, aptly named Kittens. These five sweet designs are brand new … Read More ...
Win a champagne weekend craft break from Oxfordshire Hotels Ltd and The World of Cross Stitching!
Prizes worth £1190!
Enter our fantastic competition this month and you could experience a relaxing break in a beautiful hotel the perfect opportunity to … Read More ...
WIN John James Pebbles from John James and Cross Stitch Crazy – worth £155!
70 chances to win a John James Pebble case with tapestry needles!
These Pebbles from John James are designed to hold your needles safely. There are … Read More ...
Jamie from Twisted Textiles shows off her cross stitched skulls in this blog post about how she used this
skull pattern freebie to create her own skull inspired projects.… Read More ...
Daisy Head Maisy brought this designer FayeMaloneDesigns to my attention in her recent post on her blog.
I was going to post a picture of one of her handmade bags that are in the style of a handmade crazy quilting, … Read More ...
WIN pillow kits from Mellow Needlecrafts and Cross Stitch Crazy – worth £160!
5 chances to win a scented sleep pillow kit!
Mellow Needlecrafts is a new website specialising in classic cross stitch and tapestry kits. We have five of … Read More ...
Kate Knight is a young contemporary designer from Scotland, her designs feature on a large quantity of products from stationary, posters to (our topic today) Cross stitch kits. Superstitcher.com has her latest releases on sale.
Kate’s design … Read More ...
Vote for this blog in the top 100 cross stitch and Needlework sites.… Read More ...
Brisbane
Dates: 30th April – 4th May 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 … Read More ...
 Are you stuck at home while your partner goes out riding? can’t seem to share his passion for bikes? or he can’t share your passion for cross-stiching then this is the perfect compromise.
How About You Stitch Bike patterns…..… Read More ...
Do you have a needlwork website or store? Would you like me to review your website and blog about it ? or do you know
of a store or product that we should review and want to tell me about … Read More ...
SNAPSHOTS IN TIME: 150 YEARS OF EXCELLENCE
A joint exhibition between the Royal School of Needlework and the Royal Opera House.
Royal Opera House, Covent Garden – 10th March to 4th August 2008.
A new exhibition celebrating 150 years … Read More ...
