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Black Aida: 6 Tips for Cross Stitching on Dark Fabrics
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Black Aida: 6 Tips for Cross Stitching on Dark Fabrics

April 17, 2020October 16, 2023 Siri0Tagged Cross stitch, Tips

Hello! If you’ve stumbled across this post it’s likely you’ve tried cross stitching on black or otherwise dark colored fabrics. It’s also likely you’ve struggled with it. I’ve seen a lot of lovely designs that truly stand out best on black fabric. Vibrant colors just pop even more on dark backgrounds. You could do entire […]

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Worldwide Resources For Cross Stitch Materials
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Worldwide Resources For Cross Stitch Materials

March 27, 2020June 3, 2026 Siri0Tagged Cross stitch, Resource

Today I just wanted to spend some time putting together a resource of places you can purchase cross stitch materials. I’ll be continuously building onto this list, so feel free to send me suggestions.. Whether you’re just starting out and need the basics, or want to branch out and try new things. I will try […]

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Hoop, Q-snap, or Scroll Frame? Which should you use?
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Hoop, Q-snap, or Scroll Frame? Which should you use?

February 7, 2020October 16, 2023 Siri0Tagged Beginner, Cross stitch, Tutorial

Whether you’re a beginner or a long time stitcher you already have a preferred method for cross stitching. Whether you realize it or not. You make your Xs a specific way. It’s possible you have a favorite place to stitch in. You have a preferred fabric count. Perhaps you already use a Q-snap or a […]

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Cross Stitch Beginner’s Guide
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Cross Stitch Beginner’s Guide

December 27, 2019December 19, 2023 Siri0Tagged Beginner, Cross stitch, Tutorial

Have you decided to try your hand at cross stitch? Great! It’s a relaxing hobby that doesn’t take a lot of time to learn yet can be customized in so many different ways it can keep your interest for years to come. Things to Know Before we get started, let’s set some expectations. What to […]

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Siri is a nerdy cross stitch designer passionate about teaching others about this craft!

Learn to cross stitch with over 200 designs from Stardew Valley!

Only Available on Fangamer.com

If you'd prefer a text/photo based version of this video, I have one written up here:
⭐ https://sirithre.com/biscornu-embellishments-how-to-bedazzle-your-biscs/
There's also 100+ articles on my site about other finishing techniques, cross stitch basics, and advanced tips. 

Videos/Links mentioned in video:
⭐ Biscornu Tutorial - https://youtu.be/Bi_xbG64krM
⭐ Biscornu Fabric Bottoms - https://sirithre.com/biscornu-bottoms-use-up-those-fabric-scraps/
⭐ Craftigurumi Bee Biscornu - https://www.etsy.com/listing/1872319065/biscornu-stitch-patterns-2024-advent
⭐ Making custom cording - https://sirithre.com/custom-cording-from-embroidery-thread/
⭐ Daisy Granny Square - https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/dainty-daisy-granny-square-blanket
⭐ Sashiko Adventure - https://youtu.be/o5F47z46p0M
⭐ Mini Eeveelutions - https://ko-fi.com/s/7d6e6032d9

If you'd like to chat with the community in real time all about cross stitch and other crafts, join us on the Pixel Stitch Discord!
https://discord.gg/0exJsMDZjx8rK0XG

🌈Social Media 🌈
Ko-Fi (Free patterns!): https://ko-fi.com/sirithre/
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/sirithre/
Etsy: https://sirithre.etsy.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sirithre/
Website: http://sirithre.com/
Newsletter: https://sirithre.com/newsletter/
Discord: https://discord.gg/0exJsMDZjx8rK0XG

🌟Contents🌟
0:00 - Intro
1:25 - What's it for?
2:05 - No Buttons
2:50 - Ribbons
3:24 - Bottoms
4:55 - Novelty Buttons
6:26 - Accessories
8:18 - Different crafts
9:15 - Various sizes
10:00 - Outro
Biscornu Embellishment - How I decorate my biscornu! // Flosstube #7
If you'd like to join me on a Floss Adventure, check out https://flossadventure.com 

⭐ Sashiko Panels Used were by Sylvia Pippen Designs: https://sylvia-pippen.com
⭐ Business Card Pattern by A Spoonful of Sugar: https://aspoonfulofsugardesigns.com/business-card-wallet/

"How to Sashiko" tutorials I found useful:
https://createwhimsy.com/projects/step-by-step-guide-to-sashiko-stitching/
https://upcyclestitches.com/sashiko/
https://www.zenstitching.ca/freebies

🌟 Materials 🌟
Disclaimer - Amazon links are affiliate links
⭐ https://amzn.to/4uRJpk7 - Muslin Fabric
⭐https://amzn.to/4dUumQJ - Perle Cotton size 5
⭐https://amzn.to/4oaiTzQ - Perle Cotton size 8
⭐https://amzn.to/4fwJsxa - Sew on Snaps
Purple/Teal Fabric and Biscornu Buttons were purchased second hand.

If you're a cross stitcher; there's 100+ articles on my site about other finishing techniques, cross stitch basics, and advanced cross stitch tips. 
https://sirithre.com/

If you'd like to chat with the community in real time all about cross stitch and other crafts, join us on the Pixel Stitch Discord!
https://discord.gg/0exJsMDZjx8rK0XG

🌈Social Media 🌈
Ko-Fi (Free patterns!): https://ko-fi.com/sirithre/
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/sirithre/
Etsy: https://sirithre.etsy.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sirithre/
Website: http://sirithre.com/
Newsletter: https://sirithre.com/newsletter/
Discord: https://discord.gg/0exJsMDZjx8rK0XG

🌟Contents🌟
0:00 - Intro
3:01 - First Project
4:06 - Biscornu Prep
7:18 - Stitching
13:32 - Biscornu Finishing
20:12 - Second Project
21:25 - Pouch Prep
24:33 - Final Results
Sashiko First Impressions // A Choose Your Floss Adventure
FREE Pride Butterfly Patterns on my Ko-Fi: https://ko-fi.com/sirithre/shop

If you'd prefer a text/photo based tutorial, I have one written up here:
https://sirithre.com/3d-plastic-canvas-poseable-cross-stitch-butterfly-tutorial/

As well as that Plastic Canvas article I mentioned:
https://sirithre.com/plastic-canvas-and-cross-stitch-12-things-you-can-make-with-it/

There's also 100+ articles on my site about other finishing techniques, cross stitch basics, and advanced tips. 

Here's some more links if you'd like to join the Pixel Stitch Discord:
https://discord.gg/0exJsMDZjx8rK0XG

🌟 Materials 🌟
Disclaimer - Amazon links are affiliate links
Plastic Canvas -  https://amzn.to/4c3jJJ5
Craft Wire - https://amzn.to/4c94MFq
Pin Back - https://amzn.to/4sRuEN8
Hair Barrette - https://amzn.to/3PUPBby
Wire Cutter/Pliers - https://amzn.to/4vdVT6b
Desk Light - https://amzn.to/41MZLgX


🌈Social Media 🌈
Discord: https://discord.gg/0exJsMDZjx8rK0XG
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/sirithre/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sirithre/
Website: http://sirithre.com/
Newsletter: https://sirithre.com/newsletter/
Etsy: https://sirithre.etsy.com/
Ko-Fi (Free patterns!): https://ko-fi.com/sirithre/

🌟Contents🌟
0:00 - Intro
3:17 - Materials
10:02 - Bending Wire
14:04 - Stitching Together
36:05 - Attaching Pin/Barrette
45:26 - Final Result
3D Cross Stitch Plastic Canvas Butterfly Tutorial // And Free Pride Pattern!
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sirithre

Cleveland based IT nerd and #CrossStitch designer.
🖼️ Patterns available on Etsy, Patreon, and Ko-Fi
🧵 Tutorials & Resources in link!
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Not much longer now before TWO new fruit biscornu Not much longer now before TWO new fruit biscornu designs drop on my Patreon!
Last week I shared a WIP of one of them, so here's the other. 😉

This one's a bit further along, and I think you can see where I'm going with it!
What fruit combo are you most excited to see as a biscornu in this style?
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#CrossStitch #CrossStitchProgress #CrossStitchWIP #CrossStitchProject
I recently reminded you that hoops can be decorate I recently reminded you that hoops can be decorated; but don't forget you can also decorate the BACK of your hoop. 

From a simple piece of cardboard covered in fabric like pictured here, or some amazing spirograph style backings.

Find the hoop backing tutorials on my website along with a ton of different cross stitch finishing tutorials!
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#CrossStitch #CrossStitchMagic #FullyFinishedObject
#CrossStitchFinish #Embroidery
This leafy autumn design is now up in my shop! Get This leafy autumn design is now up in my shop! Get started now so you can hang it up as soon as the leaves start turning. :) 

I think it turned out pretty cute, personally. Though you could swap the colors on any of them if you wanted less green or more orange, or what have you. Make it your own!

🎨 Pattern - Now on Patreon or Etsy
🧵 Threads - Stitched with DMC, Cosmo conversions
included in Pattern!
🎀 Fabric - 16 count Wichelt 'Brandywine'
✂️ Finish - Not finished yet. what should I do with it?
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#CrossStitch #CrossStitchFinish #CrossStitchPattern
Swipe for some closeups of my faves! -> For the cu Swipe for some closeups of my faves! ->
For the curious, here's how this year's Artfight went! I made 36 whole attacks! Meant to post this earlier in the week, but here it is.

23 pixel art, 3 cross stitch, 10 keycaps!

I will say, drawing on a small keycap with a chonky Posca pen is trickier than it seems. 🤣 I had a lot of fun though and excited to do some more next year!

Am most proud of my pixel art portraits though. I feel like I finally had a chance to really play with my silly swirly style of pixel art.  I mostly just use it for artfight, but I only managed 7 last year. And 1 the year before that! So besides my own character's references I didn't have a whole lot of practice. It was nice to really try it out on a variety of characters and creatures. Maybe next year will finally be the year I start incorporating it into my cross stitch style. ;)

Hope you had as much fun as I did if you also participated in Artfight this year! See you again next year <3

#Artfight #Artfight2026 #PixelArt #ArtFightPixelArt #Esk
Nothing says summer for me than fruit themed cross Nothing says summer for me than fruit themed cross stitch patterns. So naturally I'm revisiting my fruity biscornu series!  Here's a look at one of the ones coming  up on my Patreon next week.

Yep, I'll be releasing two at once!  Got any guesses which fruit will be making an appearance this time around? Swipe for a WIP sneak peek of one of them 👀

What fruit combo are you most excited to see as a biscornu in this style?

🎨 Pattern - Available on my Etsy
🧵 Threads - Stitched with DMC, Cosmo conversions
included in Pattern!
🎀 Fabric - 14 count Loops & Threads Teal aida
✂️ Finish - Biscornu tutorial on my site or YT!
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#CrossStitch #FullyFinishedObject #Biscornu #ビスコーニュ
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