Why is it so difficult to match colors? Can you believe photographic evidence when it comes to color?
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?
Are cross-stitch patterns based on fan-art a legitimate away to get legal patterns based on unlicensed creations or are they still violating copyright?
Want to convert your photos into cross-stitch patterns? Unsure which software or service to use? Find out some of the pros and cons for each option.
Review of DMCs Snap and Stitch photo to cross-stitch pattern conversion service and comparison to Thread-Bare pattern maker - which tool will suit you and why.
Free Christmas themed beginner level cross-stitch pattern for download
Pattern mockups are supposed to show what a finished piece will look like but some don't - significant if you spend hundreds of dollars and years to make it.
Have you ever looked back at your cross-stitch journey? It's only when you do that you realize how much your tastes and skills progress over time.
Some may not realize they can't just use any image they like in a cross-stitch chart, some know but do it anyway to make money. Learn what is and isn't allowed
Anti-Aliasing makes your cross-stitch charts look better and smoother. Learn how it works to cut out the jagged stepped stitching effect.
Want to convert photos into high quality cross-stitch charts and patterns? Do it instantly and get a Pdf or use our online viewer to track progress.
Free chart designed by Thread-Bare to mark Independence Day