(Available as part of Kindle Unlimited if you’re a subscriber, but also available in the usual other formats as well) I love time travel stories and this one was fun with the layers and ripples. I’m looking forward to reading the next one in the series when it comes out in October. Things get a […]
Stitchqueries: How Many Strands?
This question from Amy made me so happy, because I love it when stitchers try new things! This is my first time stitching a project that isn’t from a kit, it’s also my first time using an evenweave fabric (28 count). The sampler pattern I’m using doesn’t specify how many strands of floss to use […]
The Giver Quartet by Lois Lowry (The Giver, Gathering Blue, Messenger, Son)
When I first picked up The Giver to read I didn’t realize there was an entire series of four books. The way The Giver is talked about I always assumed it was a standalone story. If you haven’t read this book or series yet, I want to warn you in advance that it’s not really […]
Star-Spangled Happiness
Pattern Size: 70w X 117h ~ I did include a legend for the colors in the chart, but as always you can pull threads from your stash and get creative ~ I look forward to see everyone’s finished stitches. You can send me an email, post a reply here, or share your pictures on the […]
Maya Angelou Quote “Be a Rainbow” Free Cross Stitch Pattern
My kids and I love this quote from Maya Angelou. It’s such a beautiful way to remind ourselves to be kind to each other because you never know what storm someone else is weathering in their life. Giving a smile to someone may be the small thing they need to help lift them up again. […]
Just Cross Stitch Collection 2001 – 2010
I was poking around the web looking for an issue of the Just Cross Stitch Ornament Issue that I was missing and I ran into this, I had no idea such awesomeness existed – all of the JCS issues for 2001 – 2010 on CD, including 10 years of the famous annual ornament issue. ==> […]
Cross Stitch Kit in a Jar; Brilliant Idea!
I came across this adorable idea while browsing some cross stitcher blogs this week. So adorable and fun, such a great gift idea. The example uses the cute Wendy’s Owl freebie from Ship’s Manor, but you could use any little pattern. Hop over to Terrie’s blog and check it out ==> http://eclecticdarlings.com/mothers-day-gift-tutorial-cross-stitch-kit-in-a-jar/ She created it […]
Need Some Graph Paper to Rechart or Chart a Cross Stitch Pattern?
Sometimes you just need to rechart the date on something, or maybe you want to use a different color or add small detail like your name to a piece, or maybe you want to chart a small motif for a custom piece – you need a sheet of graph paper or some type of grid […]
The Cirque des Cercles Finish You Simply Must See!
(photos and finished piece belong to Sheila C., she was kind enough to let me share them here) I’ve probably said it a million times, every time I see a Cirque des Cercles finish it looks stunning and unique from every other time I’ve seen it finished. The design from Ink Circles has this amazing […]
Loretta’s Annual Report of Stitching for 2013
I think I did more stash shopping than I did stitching this year… oops. I had very little in the finished category this year… I finished my January Snowflake and I finished my Paisley Pumpkin I made some progress on My Token of Love and on Pirate Treasure,
