Cross Stitch Basics

I will never forget the day I discovered counted cross stitch, more than 30 years ago! I found looking at the blank fabric with no printing really scary! I had simply no idea that this absorbing craft existed and to say it changed my life is no exaggeration!

I have written these pages to offer advice and help to anyone interested in cross stitch but particularly if you are new to this absorbing and creative hobby.

Victorian Posies - Red Poppies

This pretty posy has been taken from a Berlin pattern and has been converted in to a cross stitch chart, ideal for you if you have not attempted counting from a chart before. To find this in our shop, just click through to my Starter Kits and find the Red Poppies and my Pink Roses and much more besides!

Happy Stitching!

• Stitch Basics
  • Stitching on Aida
  • Stitching on Evenweave
  • Stitching on Linen
  • Knotless Loop Start
  • Away Waste Knot Start
• Fabric Basics
• Cross Stitch charts and key basics
• Thread Basics
• Cross Stitch equipment
• Cross Stitch FAQs

You have been warned - it is addictive!