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You might think that creating a beautiful piece of art with our kits is a good enough reason but there's more...the process of cross stitch is also really good for you! It helps you wind down after a busy and stressful day, creates a relaxing atmosphere and focusses the mind.
Stitching requires you to be mentally present and concentrate fully on the task in hand, thus clearing the mind of any stress or worries (much like yoga or meditation). Hand-eye coordination is always great for our minds and keeping our hands and fingers flexible.
When our minds are responsive, we naturally feel more alert and being able to create something from scratch provides such a sense of achievement. There is something so wonderful about looking at a finished piece and proudly saying 'I did that.'
Other benefits include an improvement in cognitive, emotional and social wellbeing. Research carried out by the Royal United Hospital Bath concluded that cross stitch has a neurochemical effect on the brain by decreasing stress hormones and increasing feel-good serotonin and dopamine. Overall (in my biased opinion!) a wonderful craft for you to try today! Get your own kit HERE.
Happy stitching!
After the time and concentration it takes to carefully and lovingly create your cross stitch pattern, you’ll want to make sure that they’re perfectly presented and looking their best. We're here to walk you through the careful steps you need to take to wash your cross stitch patterns so that they stay in the best shape possible.
Adding a signature to your cross stitch projects is a great way to really take your work from a simple craft project to a personalised piece of art. In this post, we walk you through the exact steps you need to take in order to start signing your cross stitch patterns whether you’re a seasoned cross stitcher or a complete beginner.
Learning how to read a cross stitch pattern might seem daunting, but it's more simple than it appears when broken down into easy steps, and once you’ve done it a few times, you’ll quickly get the hang of things. We’ve put together this handy step-by-step guide to help those looking to learn how to read cross stitch patterns.
