Starting cross stitch

An beginner's guide to cross stitch, from picking out materials to starting your your first project. Avoid common mistakes and learn a new craft!

Here I cover 7 different thread starts: Ways to make that first stitch so that your thread stays in place and keeps your back tidy!

Though Loop Start can be used to secure thread at any time, it is especially useful when making confetti stitches, those isolated lone crosses that may dot your design.

Learn different ways to start and end your embroidery stitches without using knots. I show you various methods for different stitches!

Cross stitch is a fantastic, relaxing hobby! Learn how to cross stitch with this easy, beginner friendly tutorial from Purple Leaf Designs - try it today!

Two things beginners must learn in making cross stitch embroidery are starting and ending the embroidery. For more details,read in this post.

When first starting a new hobby, it can be easy to be discouraged by mistakes. If you follow these tips, you should be stitching like a pro in no time!

Although the basics of cross stitch are pretty easy to get the hang of, these hints and tips should help make it even easier and give your work a professional look.

How to work with Waste Canvas and stitch on any fabric you like Feel like cross stitching our patterns on cushion covers, t-shirts, blankets, or tea towels? Use waste canvas and you will soon stitch like a pro on any type of fabric. You can also use it for cross stitching on a quilt

In this post, I’m sharing how to prepare your cross stitch project before you even start stitching. Planning your cross stitch and preparing your fabric.