When it comes to cross stitching, there are just two types you will come across: stamped cross stitch and counted cross stitch. The two have similar outputs, but the process will differ in some ways. It can be difficult to know which option to choose, so use this helpful guide to help decide which is best for you!
Self-care is in this year and what better way to look after yourself than learning (or making more time for!) a fun, creative hobby that benefits the mind?
Get ready for the excitement of Christmas at your fingertips! After the success of last years Advent box, we are super excited to announce that we are opening pre-order for the 2023 Advent calendar this Friday, the 27th of January at 7pm!
As 2022 draws to a close, I wanted to take the opportunity to reflect on the past exciting year and to acknowledge each step on our journey and thank so many of you who have made such a difference this year as Caterpillar Cross Stitch turned 7 years old! Keep reading to catch up on everything we did during 2022 and what you can expect from us as we enter 2023!
Want to learn how to give your cross stitch a truly special finish? In this weeks blog post, we will talk you through how to make your cross stitch unique by adding embellishments. There are so many different ways to really personalise your cross stitch out there, let's get into the most popular techniques!
If you’re someone who is naturally creative and fairly new to the world of needlework, you might be wondering whether to start with embroidery or cross stitch?This week, we’re going to talk you through the key differences between both crafts to help you decide and get started!
This July of 2022 we planned, organised and hosted the first ever Cross Stitch Picnic at St Nicholas Park, Warwick. It turned out to be one of the hottest days of the year so we were there early to find plenty of shade under the huge trees.
Travelling by plane can sometimes be a stressful and tiring experience, so why not take your cross stitch with you? As you can imagine, there are some very specific guidelines on what you can and can’t bring on a plane with you. Let’s get started with our recommendations for what you should pack, as well as some great top tips!
Feeling inspired to make an extra special Christmas card this festive season? In this weeks blog post, we’re going to talk you through the steps of how to create a cross stitch Christmas card! It’s super simple and you can make as many cards as you like to send to your loved one for a truly personal touch.
