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How To French Knot; Or What To Try Instead
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How To French Knot; Or What To Try Instead

January 10, 2026January 22, 2026 Siri0Tagged Cross stitch, Tutorial

Okay, so I technically already have a french knot tutorial as part of my Advanced and Specialty Stitches list. But I wanted to go a bit more in depth and offer multiple sources and tutorials, as well as additional ways to substitute them. So here we are, going a little more in-depth. With links to […]

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Algerian Eyelet: Cross Stitch Starburst
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Algerian Eyelet: Cross Stitch Starburst

August 12, 2021October 16, 2026 Siri0Tagged Cross stitch, Tutorial

This article is part of a series on Advanced and Specialty Stitches. Check the main article for a full list of stitches. This one is just about the algerian eyelet. What is an Algerian Eyelet This stitch looks very similar to a Smyrna cross, except it has a hole in the middle. This lends itself […]

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Diamond Eyelet: Specialty Stitches for your Cross Stitch Designs
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Diamond Eyelet: Specialty Stitches for your Cross Stitch Designs

August 12, 2021October 16, 2026 Siri0Tagged Cross stitch, Tutorial

This article is part of a series on Advanced and Specialty Stitches. Check the main article for a full list of stitches. This one is just about the diamond eyelet. What is a Diamond Eyelet? Similar to the algerian eyelet, it is a type of stitch that focuses on having a hole in the middle. […]

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Jessica Stitch: The Spirograph of Stitches
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Jessica Stitch: The Spirograph of Stitches

August 12, 2021October 16, 2026 Siri0Tagged Cross stitch, Tutorial

This article is part of a series on Advanced and Specialty Stitches. Check the main article for a full list of stitches. This one is just about the jessica stitch. What is a Jessica Stitch? This is a stitch you probably won’t encounter super often. I’ve only ever seen them used in Chatelaine designs. For […]

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Rhodes Stitch: Textured Shapes to Embellish Your Cross Stitch
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Rhodes Stitch: Textured Shapes to Embellish Your Cross Stitch

August 12, 2021October 16, 2026 Siri0Tagged Cross stitch, Tutorial

This article is part of a series on Advanced and Specialty Stitches. Check the main article for a full list of stitches. This one is just about the rhodes stitch. What is a Rhodes Stitch? The rhodes stitch is a geometric shape made 3D by overlapping strands in a radial pattern. It’s a nice textured […]

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Lazy Daisies: Simple Floral Stitches
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Lazy Daisies: Simple Floral Stitches

August 12, 2021October 16, 2026 Siri0Tagged Cross stitch, Tutorial

This article is part of a series on Advanced and Specialty Stitches. Check the main article for a full list of stitches. This one is just about lazy daisies. What are Lazy Daisies Lazy daisies are small loops made of thread. When you stitch several of them together, they resemble a simple flower. Hence the […]

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Smyrna Cross: The Double Cross Stitch
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Smyrna Cross: The Double Cross Stitch

August 12, 2021October 16, 2026 Siri0Tagged Cross stitch, Tutorial

This article is part of a series on Advanced and Specialty Stitches. Check the main article for a full list of stitches. This one is just about the smyrna cross. What is the smyrna cross The smyrna cross is more of a needlepoint stitch. You’re more likely to find it in designs made in yarn […]

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French Knot: Intentional Knots in Cross Stitch
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French Knot: Intentional Knots in Cross Stitch

August 12, 2021October 16, 2026 Siri0Tagged Cross stitch, Tutorial

This article is part of a series on Advanced and Specialty Stitches. Check the main article for a full list of stitches. This one is just about the french knot. French Knots in Patterns You’ll find french knots typically depicted in patterns by a small circle right at the intersection of 4 squares. A color […]

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

A selfie of Sirithre with green hair circa 2026

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

Only Available on Fangamer.com

Both Dimensions kits mentioned are out of print so your best bet would be Ebay or similar.
Both HAED patterns mentioned are retired and no longer available.
Other patterns Mentioned:
⭐ Freudian SAL - https://freudianstitch.com/shop/stitch-along
⭐ Midnight Whispers - https://www.theurbanstitches.co.uk/products/midnight-whispers-blackwork
And the squares I patterned for my Gamer blanket are mostly available on my Patreon
⭐ https://www.patreon.com/sirithre/

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

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

🌈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
0:30 - Mighty Samurai
1:35 - Angelic Melody
3:04 - Rainforest Fairy
5:08 - Motherhood
7:52 - Freudian SAL
8:54 - Gamer Afghan
12:13 - Midnight Whispers
My Unfinished Projects -- UFO Parade~! // Flosstube #8
If you'd like a whole list of ways you can combine cross stitch and quilting, I have one written up here:
⭐ https://sirithre.com/crafty-combinations-quilting-cross-stitch/
There's also 100+ articles on my site about other finishing techniques, cross stitch basics, and advanced tips. 

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
1:17 - EPP Basics
3:47 - Border Demo
10:25 - Extra Hexagons
14:25 - Time Spent
15:29 - Fabric Prep
17:12 - Cat Interlude
18:30 - Pouch Sewing
23:49 - Outro
English Paper Piecing and Cross Stitch - Making a Pouch!
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
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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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Speaking of cool finishes. Here's a throwback to l Speaking of cool finishes. Here's a throwback to last year when I took a paperback copy of Alice in Wonderland with a torn cover and rebound it into a one of a kind hardback copy with a cross stitch cover! How coooool is this?

What public-domain book should I try and cross stitch next. 🤔I'd love a whole series of these!

Btw, there's a video on the YT of how I put this together if you're curious!

#CrossStitch  #CrossStitchPattern #AliceInWonderland #Wonderland
#Bookstagram
I am definitely up to something this month. 👀 I've I am definitely up to something this month. 👀 I've got another interesting cross stitch finish I'm working on that you're just gonna love.  Patrons will get to see it first this saturday!

Any guesses just from this? 🤫
If you're making Halloween decor or getting a head If you're making Halloween decor or getting a head start on Christmas ornaments, don't forget I have a tutorial up on my website on how to make these flat ornaments! They're pretty simple to make. 

And if you absolutely hate hand sewing, the same technique could be done with glue 🤔Up to you!

🎨 Pattern - Available on Etsy
🧵 Threads - Stitched with DMC
🎀 Fabric - 16 count @BeStitchMe "It's a Mystery"
✂️ Finish - Flat ornament tutorial on my site!
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#CrossStitch #FullyFinishedObject #Cauldron #FlatOrnament
This silly design is now available at the big E. A This silly design is now available at the big E. And yes, I do plan to open a Fybe store eventually. I know a few of you have asked. I'm just waiting for paypal implementation.

And I also really need to get around to setting up my website for sales, but that's a whole 'nother project that will take months.

In the meantime, don't forget about small designers like me who still rely on Etsy! It may not be the ideal storefront, but it's what I have set up for now. <3

🎨 Pattern - Now on my Etsy
🧵 Threads - Stitched with DMC, Cosmo conversions included in Pattern!
🎀 Fabric - 14 count Oatmeal Aida
✂️ Finish - A pre-stretched canvas square. But there's tutorials on my website on how to stretch your own!
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#CrossStitch #FullyFinishedObject #Sims4 #Sims4FanArt #Sims4CrossStitch
Need a quick halloween pattern to decorate your ho Need a quick halloween pattern to decorate your home with? how about this FREEBIE I designed a few years  back. It's great for using up some of that variegated thread you've been hoarding not knowing what to do with it. 🤣 But it'd also do well as metallic, or just a solid bright color. Make that potion whatever you want it to be!

Could also be useful as an ORT pattern. Where you fill in the potion with the leftover bits of thread that are just long enough to get a few stitches out of, but aren't worth putting back on your bobbin. 🤔

I ended up wrapping mine on a styrofoam cube. I've got a tutorial for that finish on my website and YT if you need it 👀

And of course the pattern is free over on ☕. 

🎨 Pattern - Available on Ko-Fi or Patreon
🧵 Threads - Cross Stitched with DMC Threads
🎀 Fabric - 14 Count Fiddler's Cloth
✂️ Finish - Block Finish tutorial on my website or YT!
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#CrossStitch #CrossStitchFinish #Halloween #FullyFinishedObject #VariegatedThread
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