Craft Explorations
Crafty Combinations: Quilting & Cross Stitch
A while ago I did an article regarding various ways to combine cross stitch and crochet. And I’ve been wanting to do a quilting version of it ever since! If you’re a quilter there are a ton of ways to use cross stitch or cross stitch patterns in your quilting. And if you’re just a […]
Learning Sashiko as a Cross Stitcher
What is Sashiko? Simply speaking, Sashiko is a Japanese embroidery technique originally used for mending and reinforcing textiles. Nowadays it has become a more decorative stitching style.It’s primarily known for using small running stitches to create intricate geometric designs. The most recognizable option being white thread on indigo fabric. Beyond that, I’m not qualified to […]
Crafty Combinations: Crochet & Cross Stitch
It’s no secret that I’m a cross stitch fiend — but I actually enjoy a lot of different crafts and am always looking to try new things! And yet I always try and tie it back into cross stitch somehow. Whether that be sewing Q-snap cozies, making beaded scissor fobs, or getting creative with how […]
Assisi Embroidery: Learn With Me! Plus Free Pattern
It’s time again to learn a new craft similar to my main craft, cross stitch! Last year (2024) in March I tried out Hardanger for the first time, and now I thought it’d be fun to try something new again. This time around I landed on Assisi Embroidery, something I only learned about while researching […]
Learning Hardanger as a Cross Stitcher
I’ve been meaning to try learning hardanger embroidery for a long time now. And there’s a high probability that if you’ve stumbled across this article you’re either looking to learn it as well, or you’ve never heard of it but are now curious. Either way, I must warn you: This is not a tutorial. I’ve […]