Needlework
15 free floral embroidery patterns to brighten your life
Flowers are one of our favourite things to stitch! Fill your home with beautiful blooms using our free flower embroidery patterns.
Denim jacket embroidery ideas: fun flower embroidery!
Upcycle your wardrobe with our colourful denim jacket embroidery ideas! We show you how to stitch Rachael Dobbins's free flower embroidery pattern.
How to cross stitch letters: Everything you need to know
Ever wanted to personalise your stitched projects with names or letter initials? Learn all about alphabets in our complete guide to cross stitch letters.
DMC Vintage Wooden Chest thread storage review
Are you searching for a new thread storage solution or eager to organise your sewing room? This exquisite, collectable wooden chest from needlework experts DMC could be your answer.
How to cross stitch on clothes and tote bags
Fancy upping your style to the next level with cross stitch on clothes? It’s a great way to show off your cross stitch skills for everyone to see!
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How to embroider: A complete guide to embroidery for beginners
Discover the ultimate guide to embroidery. Find top tricks and tips on how to embroider with the experts.
The World of Cross Stitching magazine - out now!
Take a look behind the cover of the latest issue, order your copy and catch up on issues you might have missed.
How to cross stitch for beginners: your complete guide
Want to try counted cross stitch for the first time? Great idea! Here is our complete guide to cross stitching for beginners.
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5 experts review cross stitch charting software
Discover the best pro-level cross stitch design software, tried and tested by our team of professionals.
Cross Stitch
Welcome to our collection of essential resources, patterns and how to guides for cross stitchers. Browse our latest posts to find free cross stitch charts, learn the basics or win stitchy prizes. Love cross stitching? Why not buy an issue of The World of Cross Stitching magazine or subscribe today?
19 cute cat cross stitch patterns to stitch (and they're totally free)
Choose your favourite cat cross stitch from our adorable selection and get stitching today with our free patterns!
Learn the art of cross stitch beading
Master the cross stitch beading technique to take your projects to the next level!
3 cross stitch bookmark patterns to mark your pages!
Mark your pages with these lovely bookmark cross stitch projects. We've got three unique patterns for you to choose from.
Embroidery
How to remove embroidery from clothing
Learn how to easily remove embroidery from your clothing without damaging it.
Love Embroidery Magazine - out now!
Take a look behind the cover of the latest issue, order your copy and catch up on issues you might have missed.
Embroidered converse
Express your style by adding beautiful florals to your shoes for signature embroidered Converse in this brilliant design by Louise Newton.
Needle Felting
How to make needle felted Easter eggs
Needle felt your own Easter eggs this year with expert felter Nicky Cairney's free tutorial!
18 of the best needle felting kits for beginners 2025
Want to start needle felting but not sure where to start? Needle felting kits are great for felting newbies so browse these kits and pick your favourite!
Guide to wet felting
Learn how to create mini-masterpieces with our guide to all things wet felting, from essential supplies to all the best project inspiration!