Cross stitch is a form of embroidery that’s been around for thousands of years It involves making hundreds of tiny cross shape stitches – hence the name cross stitch – on special fabric...

In the past people handcrafted embroidery by using a needle and thread, some will substitute yarn to handcraft and decorate fabric, this is called the art of embroidery...

There is an early '90s revival on the horizon and it's beginning to emerge this Spring – the dungaree...

Loops are extremely pervasive in stitching, knitting and crocheting They can be used to stitch small details onto garments, or as ornamental details in themselves, attached to the edge of fabric for a stylish touch...

Redwork embroidery was a prevalent form of needlework in the early 19th century The trend started in Europe and from there was brought to America where it was immediately embraced by women everywhere...

Embroidery, all around the globe is considered as a piece of heritage This heritage has been with us for many centuries...

Fun with Celtic cross stitch never ends And there would be enough proof for this from the creations of your granny...

One of the most confusing features of learning the needlepoint is decoding many stitches, which are accessible...

We all have interests in life, from music to painting – there’s an artist in all of us Out of that a large chunk are to busy or inhibited to find time for such activities while a small group are able to fulfill their passion...

When we mention art we have to mention Celtic art in the same verse Creativity, embroidery, patterns, designs and poetry and myths are some attributes synonymous with Celts...

Celtic Cross Stitch is a simple yet elegant way of doing embroidery This type of embroidery art is very old and is one of the most common and the most appreciated form of the cross stitch...

Most people are familiar with stitches that are used in embroidery The embroidery craft stitches are the easiest and the more common stitches...

The Web Stitch is a member of the Cross Stitch family All stitches in the cross stitch family will, at some point, cross within the stitch...

Counted cross stitch is very easy to learn You only need to follow the design from a printed graph or pattern onto evenweave fabric (usually Aida)...

The following paragraphs summarize the work of crochet experts who are completely familiar with all the aspects of crochet...

Coils are easy to crochet and can be used to make many different accessories and toys Remember those cute toy dolls with arms and legs like springs...

Some people have a passion for cross stitch and devote their attentions to their handicraft and create marvelous items for family and friends...

The fashion today is so very pretty and what adds to making it so very pretty is the use of ruffles They do take a little time to sew but once the garment is finished are well worth the effort...

When I first learned to embroider, I used a needle and embroidery floss I learned to do counted cross stitch and to follow the pattern printed on a piece of fabric...

Today, there are many sources for interesting and exciting cross stitch designs People all over are looking for interesting and constructive activities, and the arrival of the internet has made information sharing common...

Scoobies are pieces of scoubidou string that are shaped into different forms and objects Scoubidou string is basically a piece of thin plastic tube that can be easily manipulated...

When you just start out making scoobies, it can seem quite difficult Actually, it is very easy...

What is Embroidery Embroidery is decorative needlework used on clothing and other textiles...

Homemade afghans and baby booties are still the types of family heirlooms that evoke memories of home and family...

Cross stitch is a form of needlework that has remained popular for centuries By using tiny stitches that from an “x” complete images can be created on cloth, that unless you get up very close look very much like they have been silk screened or painted...

When you decide to purchase a down comforter you are selecting the warmest, most luxurious and comfortable way to sleep...

In the Middle Ages, the term Needlepoint encompassed a wide range of needlework It is not unlike the work done today, but had a broader spectrum of techniques...

Embroidery is an ancient variety of decorative needlework in which designs and pictures are created by stitching strands of some material on to a layer of another material...

There's very little in this world that's more rewarding than dressing your baby in a special sweater, bunting - or even booties - that you've crocheted yourself...

Well first of all I was always a cat owner, till my husband bought our first Chihuahua (Stitch) in 2002, Stitch was about 6 weeks old and was generally purchased for our children and it stood that was till he was about 5 months or so...