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Working with metallic threads can sometimes be a little frustrating as they can have a mind of their own. Below you will find some tips and hints to make the whole process trouble free.
Working with Metallic Threads and Blending Filaments
Metallic threads (or floss) and blending filaments can be…
If you decide to use an embroidery hoop for your cross stitch project, always use one that is big enough to hold the complete design comfortably. This will ensure that the hoop never needs to be placed over any stitching and will therefore avoid spoiling the completed work with pulled…
There are many exciting embellishments you can use to enhance cross stitch designs. You can use brilliant beads to add sparkle to your work, make buttons a focal point of designs and incorporate different stitches, such as bullion stitches and French knots, to produce interesting textures.
Embellishing cross stitch with…
One of the essential pieces of equipment that should be in a cross stitcher's tool kit is the correct needle. Tapestry needles are ideal for cross stitch.
Tapestry needles are excellent for cross stitching because they can be passed easily and smoothly through the holes in the cloth, without going…
Wonderful effects can be achieved if space-dyed or variegated threads are used carefully and sparingly. A simple design, for example, an alphabet or name, can be transformed by substituting this type of thread for a single colour. When using variegated thread, where the colour gradually changes from a very pale…
Choosing the cross stitch frame that suits your style of working is worth taking time over. It is important to find one that you are comfortable with as wrestling with an unsuitable frame could put you off embroidery all together. Do not be tempted to work without one as a…
The cross stitch fabric, Aida Plus, is a modern fabric which has many of the useful properties of perforated paper, but none of its weaknesses. You can cut it, trim it and shape it without any unravelling, fraying or splitting and, unlike perforated paper, it is hand washable and will…
When I first started cross stitching over 30 years ago, the choice of fabric was pretty simple - cream 14-count Aida or linen, bleached or unbleached. How things have changed! There is so much choice available now in embroidery fabric, both in thread count and colour, although the two main…
Fabrics for cross stitch include aida cloth, cotton evenweave, linen evenweave fabrics and plastic canvas. Note when cutting your fabric, you should add an extra two to three inches around the entire outside to allow for securing your edges as well as for framing.
Aida fabric or aida cloth is…
When organising the equipment you need for counted, as well as stamped, cross stitch, there are a number of essential items that are required. Buy the best quality you can afford, treat your investment with care and it should last for many years.
Tapestry Needles
Use a blunt tapestry needle…
Cross stitch designs are available where the pattern is printed directly on to the fabrics and the cross stitches are worked to cover the printing. These designs are known as stamped cross stitch. The resulting cross stitches tend to be uneven and rather hit and miss, so results can be…
An important part in the preparation stage of any cross stitch project is to calculate how much cross stitch fabric you need to buy.
Being able to calculate the eventual size of a cross stitch design means that you will be able to decide how much fabric you need to…
There are many useful, but not necessarily essential, pieces of cross stitch equipment that will make your life as a cross stitcher more enjoyable and simpler. Purchasing the best quality tools that you can afford, and treating these tools with great care and respect, means that they should last for…
The two types of cross stitch - stamped cross stitch and counted cross stitch - are worked differently. Counted cross stitch uses a design that is worked from a chart while the design is printed on the fabric with stamped cross stitch. The specific skill involved with reading the cross…
There is a large range of cross stitch threads available today. Choosing the right colour and type of thread can greatly enhance any cross stitch design.
Cross stitch thread or floss is made up of six strands altogether. Anchor and DMC are two of the most commonly available, popular and…
There are a variety of different and unusual materials that you can use for your cross stitch projects. These include plastic canvas, perforated paper, waste canvas and silk gauze.
Working with Plastic Canvas
Plastic canvas opens up the possibility of working three dimensional projects in cross stitch. A relatively recent…
Wholesale charms fall under craft and accessories group and are occasionally characterized in the major class of beading supplies by many online fashion sites that offer them to their regular clients. These sites have various selections of charms in bulk including the likes of wine glass and jewelry charms, necklace…
The wonders of Fall
Autumn is upon us. The leaves are changing, the air is becoming crisp and cool, and with this comes a renewed energy for creativity for me. I love doing crafts this time of year as the possibilities are endless. There are a wealth of things to…
In times past, beads are parts of the main jewelries depended on by humans; both male and female. Beads had been in use since inception and they have found new life in the fashion industry these days. Many top class individuals will do anything to have beads attached one way…
When it comes to art and craft, whether you're a novice, fairly competent, or Leonardo Da Vinci himself, having at least these ten things will make your next art and craft project a work of art:
1. An Idea Without one of these, you won't even get out of the…
Just don't know what to do with the kids this winter! Well I have an idea that might just make your day.
Let the kids and their friends make and create Art.Let them sit down to the hobby table and do leather craft you can buy at a reasonable price…
What is a Yarn Swift
You may be asking yourself, "what exactly is a yarn swift and why would you possibly need one?" If you have worked with any type of yarn crafts, you may have come across certain yarns that are not already wound into a workable ball or…
Trendy people are finding beads more attractive than before and therefore demanding more beads in their fashion items. Beads are components that are used in various wear and also used in the manufacture of jewelry for fashion lovers. While most of the beads are imported after being purchased, finding cheap…
If you want to jump on one of the latest trends right now, you'll want to learn about the easy duct tape crafts that everyone is raving about. You read that sentence right in that these craft project are actually made from duct tape.
You may think of duct tape…
Jewelry findings have been used since time immemorial as fashion components together with jewelry beads in the manufacture of jewelry. These findings are currently in high demand to make jewelry that is unmatched, due to the high numbers of consumers who have shifted to a keener consideration to fashion trends.…
All the fun little bits and pieces that put together the beads to make jewelry are called jewelry findings. When handcrafting your own jewelry creations, it is important to remember that the quality of your beautiful handmade jewelry depends on using quality findings. Findings include such things as jump rings…
If you are looking for a fun activity for your next kid’s birthday party, or to jazz up your next family reunion, then why not consider Snazaroo face paint kits. You can have lots of fun offering to paint everyone’s faces with designs and bright colors.
Face paints are also…
If you want to buy cheap loom bands in order to save money, then you have to be aware of where to get these cheap bands. Regardless of where you live, you can buy the bands online. The look bands started like any toy in the playground and now they…
Jewelry beads are unique form of beads that are used in the making of jewelry and other stylish wearable. The demand of these beads in today’s contemporary world has prompted the setting of numerous online stores experienced in jewelry and bead business. The beads are in most cases imported to…
The Christmas season seems to get longer every year, but no less busy. Fortunately there are a ton of great timesavers and life hacks you can take advantage of to get your holiday to do list in shape fast.
1. Going black Friday Shopping? Hit all of your turns easier.…
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