Skein or Spool - Anchor Floss Now Available in Big Box Stores

Big-box stores now offering Anchor floss as an alternative to DMC.

Rose Now Offering 01-35 colors to complete the non DMC paleltte

Rose now offer the the extended 01-35 threads released in 2017. See how they compare to DMC and how they compliment the CXC range

Gift Ideas for Cross Stitchers

Need an idea for what gift to buy someone who likes to cross-stitch? Checkout our gift ideas for every price range.

A Touch of Sparkle

Review and comparison of metallic threads including DMC's recent Diamant Grande range

You Just Can't Believe Your Own Eyes

Why is it so difficult to match colors? Can you believe photographic evidence when it comes to color?

Are There Problems With the 01-35 DMC Thread Colors?

Claims have been made that 01-35 DMC colors have dye-lot issues. Is this true or an excuse to distract from an issue with a vendors faulty patterns?

Stitching on Perforated Paper

Perforated Paper is an alternative to Aida that allows your cross-stitch to be used other than wall-mounted pictures, such as ornaments and bookmarks

Learning to Cross-Stitch

Cross-stitching can be a great hobby to pass time and produce something creative. Beginners basics are explored to get you started.

Review of BioLite Headlamp for Stitching

Review of the BioLite Headlamp designed for camping but absolutely perfect for cross stitching and other crafts.

How to frame your own Cross-Stitch using the Lacing Method

How to frame your own cross stitch pieces on a budget using the lacing method

Stitched Cross Stitch Ornament using a Bottle Cap

How to make an interesting stitched Christmas ornament with padded finish and using a bottle cap

Stitched Cross Stitch Ornament

How to make a delightful stitched Christmas ornament with padded finish and corded edging