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Have you ever managed to eke out those last few cross stitches with a piece of thread...but then have no idea how to finish off the tiny end of thread that is left? Good news...there is a really easy trick to run that little bit of floss under some stitches to secure it. Watch the video to see how simple it is!
Neat and petite! The smallest floss drop in my range of thread organisers. Are you looking for the perfect way to store your floss, be it for cross stitch, needlepoint or embroidery projects? These lovely lil' Pipsqueaks might be just what you are looking for. Available in sets of 20 with the added option of including a binder ring. Small but mighty! Pipsqueaks take the best features from my OG heart floss drops and deluxe thread organisers. Each drop has a super cute heart hole which...
The best instructions EVER for the most feared and equally adored embroidery stitch. Never been able to work a French knot before? I guarantee you will be able to now!
I posted the above picture on Instagram. It's my Summer Solstice pattern with a skein of DMC stranded cotton, shade 90. As you can see, it perfectly matches the shades I have chosen for the pattern and I think it will make a great alternative if you want to give your version a completely different look. I received a comment from Elizabeth Braun of the Sew In Love blog who correctly pointed out that variegated threads can give "a random, unpredictable" result and may not always work out the...
After what seems like ages I have picked up some cross stitch and it feels so good to be stitching again! The trigger that got me started again was that my absolute favourite cross stitch designers…
I love to make bookmarks – because I love to read so much, I can never have to many and I also enjoy giving them as gifts. Tucked into the perfect book, they add just the right touch. One thi…
There are a number of ways to start your thread when doing cross stitch or hand embroidery, but my all-time favorite is the knotless loop start method. Not only is it quick and easy, but it helps keep the back of your work neat and tidy.
Stitched Modern | cross stitch, hand embroidery & sashiko
