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Cross Stitch Fabrics Explained

Posted on March 23, 2011 by admin

Cross stitch fabric is durable and strong to withstand tight cotton fibers pulling it at. The four main types of cross stitch fabric are Jobelan, Lugana, linen, and Aida. Of all the fabrics, the most popular one is probably Aida. … Continue reading →

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Embroidery Machines Compared: Simplicity, Brother, Singer

Posted on March 8, 2011 by admin

Embroidery machines are able to quickly create designs using only thread, a needle, and a pattern. Some of the best sewing brands include Simplicity, Brother, and Singer. These are well-known companies that have been around for decades, so their quality … Continue reading →

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Getting Started with Cross Stitch: Tools of the Trade

Posted on February 22, 2011 by admin

If you are just starting out with cross stitch as a hobby, you are first going to need certain items. Every hobby requires the right tools, and cross stitch is no different. The items listed here are pretty much essential … Continue reading →

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Cross Stitch Kits for Kids

Posted on February 7, 2011 by admin

Children as young as five are capable of learning how to cross stitch by hand. Everything is bigger with children’s cross stitch kits: The fabric holes are larger, the plastic needle is big and blunt, and the patterns are simple. … Continue reading →

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Accessories for an Embroidery Machine

Posted on January 21, 2011 by admin

Back in the day, women and young girls spent painstaking hours hunched over scraps of fabric illuminated by dim candles. That was the only way to create intricate patterns on clothes and blankets. Technology has now made it possible to … Continue reading →

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