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 ...

Win Zweigart Premium Packs – worth £200!

Win three Zweigart Premium Packs of stitching fabric, plus two Zweigart booklets

We’ve teamed up with Zweigart to give you the chance to receive three Zweigart Premium Packs containing 14-count aida in Vintage … Read More ...

Win Michael Powell Cottage Garden kits – worth £130!

Win a Cottage Garden kit designed by Michael Powell

The ever-popular Michael Powell is back with a beautiful new cross stitch design – ‘Cottage Garden 1’ (ref X60) – and we … Read More ...

Win Stitch and Creative Craft Show tickets – worth £140!

Win tickets to the Stitch and Creative Craft Show at the Royal Bath & West Showground, Shepton Mallet, Somerset, April 24-27

The Stitch and Creative Crafts Show continues its triumphant … 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 ...

Win sunny seaside charts – worth £100!

Win beech hut and lighthouse kits from April Fool Designs

Bring some cheer to grey days with these wonderful seaside charts. The first, Beach Huts (ref MSC055), is a colourful design stitched on … 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 ...

Magnolia Bridge is the latest cross-stitch design from Pegasusor.com

This serene design is inspired by family history and is of the garden at Magnolia plantation in Charleston.

For more of their latest designs check out the “Whats new” section of … 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 ...