About Needlecrafts: Spotlight on Cross Stitch

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Needlecrafts From Sarah White, your About Needlecrafts Editor This week we're continuing our tour of needlecrafts with a closer look at cross stitching. I love to cross stitch when I do it, but it's rare I pick it up. Maybe this will get me motivated. Happy crafting! Stitch Your First Cross Stitch If you're completely new to cross stitching, this tutorial will take you through the basic supplies you need, how to form a stitch and more. Search Related Topics:  cross stitch basics  cross stitch supplies  cross stitch tutorials How to Stitch a Color Block Geometric patterns are always great in cross stitch, but it takes some thought to know how to go about filling the stitches efficiently. This series of beginner lessons will help. Search Related Topics:  cross stitch for beginners  cross stitch tutorials  whole cross stitch Tips for Using Metallic Thread There are so many great fibers to stitch with, and metallic thread adds a lot of pop without a lot of work. But it can be a little tricky to use, so here are some tips to help. Search Related Topics:  cross stitch tips  cross stitch flosses  specialty flosses Summer Cross Stitch Charts This collection of summery cross stitch charts includes watermelon, a starfish, a sailboat and more. Search Related Topics:  free cross stitch patterns  summer cross stitch patterns  cross stitch for beginners Related Searches Free Cross Stitch Crochet Patterns Free Quilt Patterns Sewing Patterns Embroidery Patterns Featured Articles Civil War Inspired Strippy Quilt Pattern Hat Sewing Patterns Shell Stitch Crochet Tutorial All About Steel Jewelry Alphabetical Embroidery Stitch List Easy Multicolored Gemstone Necklace   More from About.com Run Your First 5K Even couch potatoes can be ready for a 5K with just a couple months of training. Read more...> Help! I'm Too Busy Time and stress management tips to help you feel as though you have more time. Read more...>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About.com Needlecrafts newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About.com respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 1500 Broadway, 6th Floor New York, NY, 10036 © 2013 About.com   Advertisement