November 27, 2025
Creating handmade Christmas ornaments is a cherished tradition for many UK families, and cross stitching on a plastic canvas offers a wonderful way to make decorations that will last for years. This guide will walk you through everything you need to know about stitching on a plastic canvas, from selecting the right materials to finishing your ornaments with felt backing and hanging loops.
November 13, 2025
Get started on your cross stitch journey with our beginners guide on how to start cross stitching. From the equipment you need, to creating your first stitch and improving your skills, our guide will support you with all you need to know.
September 24, 2025
Have you ever admired a cross stitch pattern featuring scattered stars across a night sky or delicate flowers dotting a meadow, only to feel intimidated by those single, isolated stitches? These lonely little crosses, known as confetti stitches, often put beginners off attempting otherwise lovely patterns. But with the right techniques, confetti stitches can become just another enjoyable part of your stitching journey.
September 16, 2025
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. Whether you're looking for more detailed patterns, advanced kits, or more, we've got you covered.
September 05, 2025
No matter the occasion, we have the perfect cross stitch project ideas to help you create beautiful designs - from seasonal home decor to thoughtful gifts, and more.
August 08, 2025
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 about buying your first cross stitch kit, what it should include, and how to get started with your first project.
July 22, 2025
June 30, 2025
Whether you've just picked up your first beginner cross stitch kit or you're a few projects in and still feeling confused by some of the terminology, this guide will help you understand the essential cross stitch terms and acronyms that crop up time and time again.
June 19, 2025
If you've been cross stitching for a while and are looking for ways to build on your skills, transforming your favourite photos into unique cross stitch designs is a brilliant way to challenge yourself whilst creating something truly meaningful.