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Two new additions to the Simply Stamps Series are here, and they have us thinking about the fiber crafts we could do forever! The Quilt Forever and Stitch Forever Simply Stamps showcase tools that quilters and stitchers can’t live without, and we can’t wait for you to stitch these up and love them forever and always!

Whether your spare time is filled with quilting, stitching, or both, these Simply Stamp designs will remind friends and family that your idea of a good time looks a little something like this! The Stitch Forever pattern features fun floss drops, a ...

With hundreds of floss colors in stock every day, Fat Quarter Shop is the place to go for DMC Floss! We always have a cross stitch project (or two, or three) on our needles, and DMC Floss finds its way into our project bags all the time. Whether you’re a cross-stitcher like us, an embroidery stitcher, or any other strand of thread-head, you can find the DMC Floss you need at the right price every time when you shop with us!

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Winter was another busy season with quite a few new cross stitch projects to stitch up! With games, practice, the holidays, and travel filling up my calendar, I had time to tackle some great makes this season, and I’m excited to share all of my finished pieces with you!

Below are all of my Winter cross stitch projects I’ve been working on. Between Square Dance, Stitching with the Housewives Monthly Weigh Ins, and a host of Holiday stitches, I’ve been stitching up a storm!

• Autumn Sayings of the Season by Stitching with the Housewives
• Called for Classic ...

Love is in the air with our 2025 Be Mine Stitch Along! Be Mine is our Valentine’s Day themed event for stitching your favorite love-themed patterns along with me in the month of February. I’ve collected what I’m stitching all month long and can’t wait to see what you’re all going to make. Everything starts in February for this heart-filled stitch along! Also, be sure to read to the end so you can get all the details about an exciting Valentine-themed deal I have to share with you!

Kimberly’s Be Mine Projects

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Fall seems to have finally decided to roll into Texas this week, so what better time is there to round up my Fall stitching? With games, practices, appointments, and travel filling up my calendar, I had time to tackle some great makes these past three months, and I’m excited to share all of my finished pieces with you!

Below are all of my Fall cross stitch projects I’ve been working on. Between Square Dance, Stitching with the Housewives Monthly Weigh Ins, and a host of Holiday stitches, I’ve been stitching up a storm!

• Believe in Magic Downloadable ...

Stitchy Staffers Denise and Cheryl are stitching all throughout September and sharing their spookiest stitches with you on Flosstube and social media. Keep reading for some spooky inspiration and to learn how to join in the fun!

In this Livestream, Kimberly walks you through all of the spooky inspiration you could ever need for Spooky September. Not only will you get to see all of the cross stitch goodies from Halloween Memories, but you can also get a peek at the finished pieces and works in progress from our Stitchy Staffers!

Spooky September Inspiration

Spooky Forever Simply Stamps

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Summer always feels like a busy season, and I’ve certainly been keeping my hands busy with a ton of cute stitching. During all of the games, appointments, and practices I’ve been at, I’ve made great progress on my stitching, and I’m excited to share all of my finished pieces with you!

Below are all of my Summer cross stitch projects I’ve been working on. Between Square Dance, Stitching with the Housewives Monthly Weigh Ins, and more, I’ve been stitching up a storm!

• Home Mini Simply Signs Downloadable PDF by It’s Sew Emma
• Called ...

The Fourth of July is here! It’s time for grilling out, fireworks, and a dash of star-spangled cross stitch designs. When it comes to cross stitch, there are so many fun patriotic designs to choose from, and most of them require just a few colors. Plus, if you stay to end we have a sale for you!

Do you have red, white and blue? Then you’re ready to go! We’ve gathered several patriotic patterns to stitch. Scroll on to see some of the patriotic designs!

1. American Spirit

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Congratulations, stitchers! You’ve threaded your way through our Learn to Cross Stitch Series, and now it’s time to put the finishing touches on your beautiful creations. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or a beginner looking to add that perfect final touch, we’ve got you covered. In this post, we’ll share several methods for finishing your cross stitch projects, from basic framing to creative embellishments. Let’s dive in and bring those masterpieces to life!

Today’s Cross Stitch Topics

Welcome back to our Learn to Cross Stitch series, where we’re sharing all you need to know to start cross stitching! In this chapter, we’re diving into the most asked questions from beginners and questions you’ve asked us throughout the series so far. Feel free to navigate our menu below for easy access to whichever questions you have!

Today’s Cross Stitch Topics

Explore stitching basics, where every thread weaves a tale of creativity! This chapter of our ongoing How to Cross Stitch Series will cover stitching basics. From the iconic cross stitch itself to a range of stitch types, this guide is your key to unlocking the world of cross stitching. Feel free to navigate our menu below for easy access to each section.

Basic Stitching for Beginners

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Cross stitch is more than cloth and floss! In this installment of our How to Cross Stitch series, we’re diving into the world of hoops. As always, you can use the menu below to jump to any section quickly.

Do You Need a Hoop?

For beginners, the question of whether they need a hoop often arises. Hoops, also known as embroidery hoops and needlework hoops, those circular frames made of wood or ...

These recent weeks have been full of inspiration with Spring rolling in. There’s a lot of stitched finishes because I’ve made stitching my priority, but I’m thrilled to share my newest makes with you!

Below are all of my Spring cross stitch projects I’ve been working on. Between Be Mine 2024, Stitching with the Housewives Monthly Weigh Ins, and even more I’ve been a busy bee!

• Temperature Cross Stitch Downloadable PDF by Fat Quarter Shop
• Temperature DMC Thread Pack
• Cloud 25 Count Lugana by Lori Holt for Zweigart
• Learn more in our Temperature Cross Stitch ...

Cross stitch cloth comes in a variety of colors, counts, and materials! In this next installment of our Learn to Cross Stitch Series we’re sharing how to choose the right cross stitch cloth. The cloth is for stitchers what a canvas is for painters. It’s the base of your masterpiece and you want to make sure you get the right one to set yourself up for success, so today we’re here to help!

Today we’re moving on from discussing floss to sharing everything you need to know about cross stitch fabric or cloth, and you can ...

We’re back with another guide for cross stitch beginners. If you don’t already know, we’re sharing a Learn to Cross Stitch Series with releases twice a month sharing everything from floss to finishing. We’re guiding you through the basics of this timeless and traditional art!

In the second installment of our Learn to Cross Stitch series, we’re continuing where we left off from the first post (which you can go back and read if you missed it) with a Beginners Guide to Cross Stitch Floss & Needles.

Have you tried cross stitch yet? If you haven’t but are wondering where to start, this post on how to cross stitch is designed just for you. We’re here to simplify the process and guide you through the basics of cross stitching with a new blog series!

We’re excited to bring this new Learn to Cross Stitch series to you over the next handful of months. We’ll be diving in and sharing detailed guides on all things cross stitching including answering common questions we see on our social media and comments from all of you! Today ...

Our new addition to the Simply Stamps series has us singing for spring! Spring Forever Simply Stamps is all about new beginnings and we can’t wait for you to begin stitching it!

Two birds are happily twittering while watching over a basket of eggs with a flower wrapped handle in this 4.5″ square design. We love how the soft pastels complete the promise of spring that this image creates. This pattern is low-priced and is only available as a downloadable PDF, so you can click, print, and stitch.

Simply Stamps Spring Forever

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It’s 2024 and we’re back in the barn with a new star! Stitch the Barn Sweet Barn 2024 design in different colors each month for a total of 12 stars, one for each month of the year. This year-long stitch along is perfect for a beginner cross stitcher.

Join Kimberly in 2024 as she stitches for the Barn Sweet Barn Stitch Along. Everyone can join, you just need the pattern! The stitch count of Barn Sweet Barn 2024 is 47w x 47h, and each month will use three DMC thread colors.

Supplies

• Barn Sweet Barn 2024 Downloadable PDF ...

Love is in the air with our 2024 Be Mine Stitch Along! Be Mine is our Valentine’s Day themed event for stitching your favorite love-themed patterns along with me in the month of February. I’ve collected what I’m stitching all month long and can’t wait to see what you’re all going to make. Everything starts in February for this heart-filled stitch along! Also, be sure to read to the end so you can get all the details about an exciting Valentine-themed deal I have to share with you!

My Be Mine Projects

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With the arrival of winter, came the perfect opportunity to settle by the warm fireplace and do some relaxing stitching. These past few months have been a flurry of creativity, and I am excited to share my latest projects with you!

Below are the cross stitch projects I worked on this Winter. Between Stackables, Barn Sweet Barn, and The Quilted Witch Stitch Along. I had so many fun and festive designs to stitch in the last few months of 2023!

• October Stackables by It’s Sew Emma
• Called for Classic Colorworks
• 14 Count Marbled Pine Board Aida by Fabric Flair ...