How To Beautifully Display your Cross Stitch On Canvas
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How To Beautifully Display your Cross Stitch On Canvas

Learn how to beautifully mount your finished cross stitch onto a stretched canvas with a Liberty of London fabric backing. A stunning and straightforward way to display your work at home.

How to Backstitch with Ease
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How to Backstitch with Ease

Learn how to backstitch step by step. From securing your thread and reading the pattern, to forming each stitch and finishing off neatly. A brilliant technique for adding outlines and details to your cross stitch.

How To Decorate Your Hoop With Washi Tape
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How To Decorate Your Hoop With Washi Tape

Give your finished cross stitch a beautiful frame by decorating your wooden embroidery hoop with washi tape. Quick, easy, and no scissors needed and here's how to do it step by step.

How To Assemble A Biscornu
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How To Assemble A Biscornu

Learn how to assemble a biscornu from start to finish, from stitching your two pieces together and stuffing, to adding the finishing button. A perfect ornament or pin cushion for any stitcher!

The Best Way To Use Your Cross Stitch Threads
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The Best Way To Use Your Cross Stitch Threads

Discover the best ways to separate your cross stitch threads, thread your needle with ease, and start stitching without a knot. Expert tips from the Historical Sampler Company.

How To Put Your Aida Fabric Into An Embroidery Hoop
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How To Put Your Aida Fabric Into An Embroidery Hoop

Whether you're picking up a needle for the very first time or you just want a quick refresher, getting your fabric sitting beautifully taut in your hoop really does make all the difference to your finished stitching. Follow our simple steps below and you'll be ready to stitch in no time!

How to start a Cross Stitch
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How to start a Cross Stitch

Not sure where to begin on your cross stitch chart? Learn how to find the centre point of both your Aida cloth and your pattern so you can start stitching with confidence.

How to cross stitch for beginners
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How To Cross Stitch For Beginners

Just getting started with cross stitch? In this article, we’ll run through a simple step by step guide to working on your first cross stitch design.

How To Use And Organise Your Threads For Cross Stitch
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How To Use And Organise Your Threads For Cross Stitch

Learn how to separate, secure and store your cross stitch threads like a pro. Our step-by-step guide shares top tips from experienced stitchers to keep your threads tangle-free and ready to use.