Cross Stitch Books and Leaflets

If you like Snowmen - er, Snowfolk, then you will want to add Ursula Michael's Snow Much Fun to your Cross Stitch pattern collection. Published by Leisure Arts, the leaflet contains thirteen projects suitable for ornaments, stockings, bibs, and more which are perfect for holiday and winter decorating.

Create cute characters from Leisure Art's So Girly world with cross stitch or use back stitch and Stitch 'N Paint techniques for even quicker results. Seven projects are presented in the So Girly: It's a Girl's World leaflet.

If you enjoy stamping and painting in addition to Cross Stitch, or you are looking for something a little different, Stamp 'n Stitch Nature from Leisure Arts has detailed, clear instructions for each technique used to complete six projects. These instructions may be applied to other Cross Stitch Projects, making this a versatile publication to add to your stitching collection.

Sue Cook's Christmas Cross Stitch Collection includes over one hundred colorful Cross Stitch designs created to enhance your holiday celebrations. The designs reflect traditional themes of the holiday, but Sue Cook's use of color gives the designs a unique look that moves them beyond the cookie-cutter Christmas motifs that are found in so many Christmas collections.

This is not a project for beginning stitchers, but for a stitcher with experience who wants to try out some larger projects, the designs in Teresa Wentzler's Brilliant Plumage would be a great place to start. Just take your time and use helpful techniques like gridding to assist you.

Compilation of designs from Donna Kooler and The American School of Needlework.

The Best of Barbara Baatz Hillman will be a welcome addition to any stitcher's library, especially those who enjoy large floral designs. The book, published by Leisure Arts, includes over twenty projects from Kooler Design Studios designer Barbara Baatz Hillman.

The Cross Stitch Motif Bible by Jan Eaton contains hundreds of motifs with information about how to create your own unique designs. Basic information about getting started with Cross Stitch including essential tools and supplies is outlined in the first chapter.

I dislike the way each pattern uses different colored X instead of varied symbols for the charts. For someone who has difficulty discerning subtle color differences, this may make stitching from this book frustrating.

Jane Greenhof, Author of The Cross Stitcher's Bible, presents a collection of fabulous flower charts, as well as a wealth of information about stitching and ideas for projects.

Shay Pendray's Needleworker's Companion is a small book packed with helpful information about various types of needlework, including Cross Stitch. The books will be especially helpful for stitchers who are looking to advance their stitching knowledge and skills.