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French knots have a reputation. But here's the thing: they aren't actually hard to do. In this guide, we'll walk through how to do a French knot step by step.

You've got your fabric. You've got your thread. But does it actually matter which needle you use?

Here's the thing: cross stitching on clothes is genuinely easier than it looks. You just need to know about one clever product, and the rest follows naturally.

Aida, evenweave, linen, different counts; what does it all mean, and how do you know which one to choose?

If you've ever looked at a cross stitch pattern and felt your heart sink at the sight of all those backstitch lines, you're not alone.

You've been cross stitching for a while, then you pick up a pattern and notice something odd on the chart. Suddenly, that beautiful design feels a bit less approachable.

Have you ever admired a pattern featuring scattered stars across a night sky or delicate flowers dotting a meadow, only to feel intimidated by those single, isolated stitches? 

If you're ready for more challenging cross stitch projects, then this post will give you some advanced techniques, tools, and useful tips to help improve your cross stitch skills.

There are just two types of cross stitching you will come across. It can be difficult to know which option to choose, so use this guide to help decide!

Are you a complete beginner to cross stitch and unsure what kits are the best ones to buy? This blog post walks you through everything you need to know.

This guide shows you the steps to take in order to start signing your cross stitch patterns, taking your work from a simple project to a personalised piece of art.

You love to cross stitch and most of the time you know what other stitchers are talking about in those Facebook groups or in Flosstube videos. But there are still...