http://crossstitch.about.com/ Cross-Stitch http://crossstitch.about.com/b/2009/07/05/new-threads.htm Recently, I read on the DMC website that they have more new threads coming soon. I am more excited about these than the scented floss. This time, the... http://crossstitch.about.com/b/2009/07/05/new-threads.htm 2009-07-05T06:00:48Z http://crossstitch.about.com/b/2009/07/04/crafty-bloggers-update-16.htm One of the many blogs I read this week was Reflections in the Pond. Silverlotus wrote a post entitled, "Cross Stitcher's Public Awareness League". Her post is well... http://crossstitch.about.com/b/2009/07/04/crafty-bloggers-update-16.htm 2009-07-04T06:00:05Z http://crossstitch.about.com/b/2009/07/03/free-sailboat-cross-stitch-motif-pattern.htm The heat is really getting to me at my house - it's dry and no rain in sight. If it is going to be this hot, I wish I... http://crossstitch.about.com/b/2009/07/03/free-sailboat-cross-stitch-motif-pattern.htm 2009-07-03T06:00:04Z http://crossstitch.about.com/b/2009/07/02/free-bodice-ripper-bookmark-pattern.htm I don't remember when I started reading romance novels. I do know that I hid what I was reading from my dad. He didn't approve of such stuff.... http://crossstitch.about.com/b/2009/07/02/free-bodice-ripper-bookmark-pattern.htm 2009-07-02T06:00:34Z http://crossstitch.about.com/b/2009/07/01/why-no-knots-in-cross-stitch.htm One thing beginning stitchers are sure to hear when they ask advice from an experience stitcher is "No knots!" When securing floss in Cross Stitch, different methods are used.... http://crossstitch.about.com/b/2009/07/01/why-no-knots-in-cross-stitch.htm 2009-07-01T06:00:59Z http://crossstitch.about.com/b/2009/06/30/mini-cross-stitch-christmas-ornaments.htm Mini Cross-Stitch Ornaments is one of the latest publications produced by Kooler Design Studio and Leisure Arts. As you know, it is never too early to start on your... http://crossstitch.about.com/b/2009/06/30/mini-cross-stitch-christmas-ornaments.htm 2009-06-30T06:00:34Z http://crossstitch.about.com/b/2009/06/29/do-you-prefer-charts-or-kits.htm I have stitched a lot of Cross Stitch projects in my life-time. Personally, for small projects like ornaments or gift tags, I do not mind using a kit, but... http://crossstitch.about.com/b/2009/06/29/do-you-prefer-charts-or-kits.htm 2009-06-29T06:00:26Z http://crossstitch.about.com/b/2009/06/28/finding-candlewicking-thread.htm I recently found a source for candlewicking thread. I prefer to use the "real thing" for my projects even though cotton embroidery floss and perle cotton thread work too.... http://crossstitch.about.com/b/2009/06/28/finding-candlewicking-thread.htm 2009-06-28T06:00:37Z http://crossstitch.about.com/b/2009/06/27/crafty-bloggers-update-15.htm Here's what some of my favorite crafty bloggers have been up to this week: About.com Family CraftsWhat are your cleaning tips for crafting with kids? Please take a moment to share... http://crossstitch.about.com/b/2009/06/27/crafty-bloggers-update-15.htm 2009-06-27T06:00:31Z http://crossstitch.about.com/b/2009/06/26/how-do-you-protect-your-fabric.htm 100Karen posted this question in the Forum: I am working on a very large cross stitch project and using a tilted hoop. How do I avoid making the stitched I... http://crossstitch.about.com/b/2009/06/26/how-do-you-protect-your-fabric.htm 2009-06-26T06:00:09Z