Updated Articles and Resources

From Connie G. Barwick, Former About.com Guide since 2006

Judith Sandy Rooflines - Cross Stitch Designs Created: Wednesday, September 16, 2009 Updated: Wednesday, February 27, 2013
Judith Sandy's designs are architectural masterpieces. She has a passion for designs that feature buildings.
Robin Hartman's Toto By the Ear Project Created: Monday, November 30, 2009 Updated: Wednesday, February 27, 2013
Photos of Cross Stitch projects submitted by About.com Cross Stitch members show examples of all sorts ways to use Cross Stitch.
Cross Stitch Photo Album III Created: Wednesday, August 05, 2009 Updated: Wednesday, February 27, 2013
Photos of Cross Stitch projects submitted by About.com Cross Stitch members show examples of all sorts ways to use Cross Stitch.
Sandra's Mother Goose Birth Announcement Project Created: Saturday, June 21, 2008 Updated: Wednesday, February 27, 2013
Sandra Grauschopf, About.com Guide to Contests, submitted this photo of a Mother Goose Birth Announcement she stitched for her niece.
Cross Stitch Photo Album II Created: Friday, April 10, 2009 Updated: Wednesday, February 27, 2013
Photos of Cross Stitch projects submitted by About.com Cross Stitch members show examples of all sorts ways to use Cross Stitch.
Cross Stitch Photo - Noah's Ark Birth Record Created: Monday, March 24, 2008 Updated: Wednesday, February 27, 2013
Apryl submitted this photo of a birth record she stitched to commemorate the birth of her first child.
Dimensions Gold Design Wreath of Roses Design Created: Monday, July 23, 2007 Updated: Wednesday, February 27, 2013
Photo of and intricate floral design stitched and submitted by Sandra Grauschopf, About.com Guide to Contests.
Shirley's Happy Birthday Card Photo - Image of the Free Happy Birthday Cross Stitch Pattern Used in a Project Created: Sunday, August 30, 2009 Updated: Friday, June 01, 2012
Shirley sent in this photo of a card she made using the free Happy Birthday Cake Cross Stitch Pattern.
Free Fleur-di-lis Motif Pattern Model - Stitched and Submitted by Tanya Schroeder Created: Saturday, July 25, 2009 Updated: Friday, June 01, 2012
Tanya Schroeder stitched this example of the free Fleur-di-lis Motif Pattern.
Ruffled Diamond Cross Stitch Pattern - Stitched and Submitted by Irene Created: Saturday, July 18, 2009 Updated: Friday, June 01, 2012
Irene stitched this example of the free Ruffled Diamond pattern.
Bunnies Squared Cross Stitch Pattern Model - Stitched and Submitted by Tanya Schroeder Created: Saturday, July 18, 2009 Updated: Friday, June 01, 2012
Tanya Schroeder stitched this example of the free Bunnies Squared pattern.
Backstitch Motif Twenty-Two Pattern Model - Stitched and Submitted by Tanya Schroeder Created: Saturday, July 18, 2009 Updated: Friday, June 01, 2012
Tanya Schroeder stitched this example of the free Backstitch Motif Twenty-Two pattern.
Free Backstitch Motif Pattern Eighteen Model - Stitched and Submitted by Tanya Schroeder Created: Saturday, July 18, 2009 Updated: Friday, June 01, 2012
Tanya Schroeder stitched this example of the free Backstitch Motif Eighteen pattern.
Cross Stitch Photo Album I - Photos of Cross Stitch Projects Submitted by About.com Cross Stitch Members Created: Saturday, June 17, 2006 Updated: Friday, June 01, 2012
Photos of Cross Stitch projects submitted by About.com Cross Stitch members show examples of all sorts ways to use Cross Stitch.
Online Sources of Free Cross Stitch Patterns - Where to Find Free Cross Stitch Patterns Online Created: Monday, March 29, 2010 Updated: Friday, June 01, 2012
Learn more about finding free Cross Stitch Patterns online - various sources and tips for hunting are listed.
Alternate Uses for Embroidery Floss, Thread, and Other Fibers - Using Leftover Embroidery Floss, Thread, and Fibers Created: Tuesday, June 23, 2009 Updated: Friday, June 01, 2012
Chances are that we all have extra embroidery floss laying around. There are lots of ways to use up extra thread and fibers.
Make Time for Stitching - Time Saving Tips for Stitchers - Helpful Hints and Ideas on Saving Time to Make More Time for Cross Stitch In Your Life Created: Friday, January 04, 2008 Updated: Friday, June 01, 2012
Make more time for Cross Stitch in your life by following these time-saving tips and hints.
Cross Stitch Rules - Helpful Hints for Cross Stitch Success - Tips on How to Improve Your Cross Stitch Experience Created: Tuesday, September 11, 2007 Updated: Friday, June 01, 2012
General rules to follow when starting to Cross Stitch to help improve your stitching experience.
Tips on Stitching From Cross Stitch Kits - Tips on Getting Started with Cross Stitch Kits Created: Sunday, August 29, 2010 Updated: Friday, June 01, 2012
Offer your ideas and options for getting started with Cross Stitch Kits.
Share Your Favorite Sources for Free Cross Stitch Patterns - Tips and Sources for Finding Free Patterns Created: Monday, March 29, 2010 Updated: Friday, June 01, 2012
Share a tip for finding a free pattern or a favorite source of free patterns with other stitchers.
What's Your Experience with Ratchet Needlework Frames - Feedback on Ratchet Needlework Frames Created: Thursday, September 24, 2009 Updated: Friday, June 01, 2012
Have you tried the ratchet needlework frames? Give us your opinion on them.
What are Your Cross Stitch Rules - Share Helpful Hints for Cross Stitch Success - Your Tips on How to Improve the Cross Stitch Experience Created: Tuesday, June 23, 2009 Updated: Friday, June 01, 2012
Share your general rules to follow when starting to Cross Stitch to help improve your stitching experience.
Advice on Choosing Cross Stitch Needles - Selecting a Cross Stitch Needle - How to Choose a Tapestry Needle for Cross Stitch Created: Sunday, July 18, 2010 Updated: Friday, June 01, 2012
When choosing a tapestry needle for a Cross Stitch project your decision should be based on the fabric count, but there may be other factors involve too. Stitchers share their advice on how to sel...
Alternate Uses for Embroidery Thread Created: Tuesday, June 23, 2009 Updated: Friday, June 01, 2012
Chances are that we all have extra embroidery floss laying around that we don't plan to use in a stitching project. What are your ideas for other uses for it?
Cross Stitch Magazines - Let Us Know What Your Favorites Are And Why Created: Sunday, June 07, 2009 Updated: Friday, June 01, 2012
A subscription to a Cross Stitch magazine helps expand your pattern collection, allows you to learn new stitches and skills, and assists you in keeping up with the latest trends.
Sources For Cross Stitch Supplies - Recommended by Cross Stitchers, For Cross Stitchers Created: Sunday, June 07, 2009 Updated: Friday, June 01, 2012
Where do you buy your stitching supplies? Let us know about your favorite sources.
Share Your Tips for Left-Handed Cross Stitchers and Tips For Teaching Left-Handed Stitchers to Cross Stitch Created: Friday, May 22, 2009 Updated: Friday, June 01, 2012
Share your tips for teaching left-handed people to Cross Stitch. What tricks help you as a left-handed stitcher.
Share Your Stitching Resolutions - Cross Stitcher's New Year's Resolutions Created: Friday, May 22, 2009 Updated: Friday, June 01, 2012
Stitchers share their Cross Stitch resolutions.
Tips on Stitching With Variegated and Over-Dyed Flosses - Variegated and Over-Dyed Flosses Tips and Tricks Created: Friday, May 22, 2009 Updated: Friday, June 01, 2012
Share your tips and methods for using variegated flosses in Cross Stitch Projects.
Cross Stitch Waste Canvas Tips Created: Saturday, May 09, 2009 Updated: Friday, June 01, 2012
Share your tips for using waste canvas to add Cross Stitch designs to non-evenweave fabrics.
Share How You Make Time for Stitching - Offer Time Saving Tips for Stitchers - Tell How to Make More Time for Cross Stitch In Your Life Created: Tuesday, December 01, 2009 Updated: Friday, June 01, 2012
Add your own time-saving tips and hints for making more time in your life for Cross Stitch.
Cross Stitch Tips for Stitching on Dark Fabric - Stitching on Black Cross Stitch Fabric Tips - Stitching on Navy Cross Stitch Fabric Tips Created: Thursday, May 07, 2009 Updated: Friday, June 01, 2012
Share your tips on stitching on dark fabrics such as black and dark blue Aida and linen fabric.