Blog Posts for Stitching Magazine
Focus on… traditional kantha
Learn about the history and technique behind traditional kantha embroidery in our interview with…
10 July 2020
Cross stitch birdhouse pattern: free chart!
Download a free cross stitch birdhouse pattern – beautiful as part of our garden stitch-a-long (SAL)…
03 July 2020
Cross stitch garden patterns: six-part SAL with free charts!
Love all things nature? Enjoy this wonderful six-part garden stitch-a-long (SAL) by Durene Jones…
03 July 2020
How to start and finish embroidery stitches
Learn how to start and finish your embroidery stitches with ease with the waste knot method, the…
26 June 2020
From art and design to cross stitch: an interview with Durene Jones
We talk to Durene Jones, owner of Durene Jones Cross Stitch about all things stitching – from how…
19 June 2020
Inspired by nature: an interview with Jessica Long Embroidery
Meet silk shading specialist, Jessica Long and admire her beautiful hand embroidery work inspired by…
12 June 2020
Focus on… silk shading
Learn about silk shading embroidery, a stunning stitching style that truly brings your embroidery to…
05 June 2020
Hand embroidery for beginners: a guide to getting started
Just beginning your embroidery journey? Our hand embroidery beginners' guide talks you through the…
29 May 2020
Focus on… mixed media
Learn about the fascinating and beautiful world of mixed media as we talk two mixed media…
22 May 2020