Cross Stitch Bookmark
Create your own beautiful cross stitch bookmark with this complete visual project guide. Includes sizing, stitching instructions, finishing ideas, backing options and several simple designs to try.
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Create your own beautiful cross stitch bookmark with this complete visual project guide. Includes sizing, stitching instructions, finishing ideas, backing options and several simple designs to try.
PDF · 1 pageA handy cross stitch alphabet chart containing letters, numbers and punctuation for personalising your own projects. Perfect for names, initials, labels, cards and handmade gifts.
PDF · 1 pageA detailed guide to starting and securing cross stitch neatly without bulky knots. Includes several starting and finishing techniques to help create tidy, secure projects.
PDF · 1 pageA complete beginner's introduction to cross stitch, covering the basic technique, materials, fabric counts and how to create neat rows of stitches. Perfect for starting your first cross stitch project.
PDF · 1 pageLearn how to understand cross stitch grids, symbols, colour keys and stitch counts, along with how to find the centre of your design and follow a chart with confidence.
PDF · 1 pageLearn how to give completed embroidery a neat, secure and lasting finish. Covers securing threads, trimming fabric, pressing your work and different ways to display or use your finished piece.
PDF · 1 pageA practical guide to transferring your chosen design onto embroidery fabric using several different methods, including tracing paper, transfer pens, water soluble pens and carbon paper.
PDF · 1 pageLearn how to create tiny textured French knots for flower centres, berries, eyes and decorative accents. Includes visual instructions and useful tips for getting neat, even knots.
PDF · 1 pageLearn how to fill shapes with smooth, closely worked stitches to create a beautiful satin finish. Ideal for flowers, leaves, lettering, hearts and other decorative shapes.
PDF · 1 pageLearn the pretty lazy daisy stitch and create simple looped petals, leaves and decorative details. Includes clear visual instructions and ideas for using the stitch in your own designs.
PDF · 1 pageA visual step by step guide to chain stitch, a beautiful looped embroidery stitch that can be used for outlines, borders, flowers, lettering and decorative details.
PDF · 1 pageLearn how to create a smooth, slightly raised line using stem stitch. This versatile stitch is lovely for flower stems, curves, outlines, lettering and decorative details.
PDF · 1 pageA beginner friendly guide to creating a strong, neat backstitch. Perfect for outlines, lettering, stems, borders and adding clear definition to embroidery designs.
PDF · 1 pageLearn one of the simplest embroidery stitches with an easy visual guide. Running stitch is perfect for beginners and can be used for outlines, borders, details and decorative stitching.
PDF · 1 pageLearn how to separate, prepare and thread embroidery floss for smoother, neater stitching. Includes guidance on choosing the right number of strands and keeping your floss tangle free.
PDF · 1 pageA simple visual guide to preparing an embroidery hoop correctly, from positioning your fabric and centring your design to getting the right tension ready for stitching. Printable Notes:
PDF · 1 pageA friendly introduction to hand embroidery covering the essential tools, materials and first steps, along with five simple starter stitches. A lovely place to begin for anyone completely new to embroidery.
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