Needleworking Department
Have you ever wanted to learn different types of needlework?
This is the place to learn techniques for crafts such as blackwork, candlewicking, hardanger, redwork and ribbon embroidery, to name a few.
We provide free project ideas, free patterns and free samples on various needlework crafts. In addition, the department offers links to the top cross stitch sites on the Internet as well as cross stitch calculators and floss conversion charts.
Order supplies for your new craft through our online shopping center.
New Tutorials and Pages
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![ALPHABET PATTERNS]()
Explore the many free cross stitch alphabet patterns that will provide a wonderful way to personalize projects for monograms, names, or decorative text.
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![CHRISTMAS DESIGNS]()
Make beautiful Christmas cross stitch projects such as holiday ornaments, jar toppers, pictures, a pin cushion and more with the various patterns on this page.
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![COASTER AND MUG RUG PATTERN]()
Looking for plastic canvas coaster and mug rug patterns? This page is full of a variety of whimsical, beautiful, and themed patterns to make wonderful coasters and mug rugs!
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![DIY Penny Rug Heart Valentine Ornament with Woven Heart]()
Create a charming Valentine's Day penny rug ornament with this free penny rug pattern. Crafted with a unique woven heart that adds a nice touch to your decor.
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![DIY Plastic Canvas Gift Box Christmas Ornament]()
Create a charming gift box ornament with our easy plastic canvas tutorial! Perfect for holiday decor or gifts, with step-by-step guidance and a YouTube video.
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![Hand Embroidery Basics & Essentials]()
Explore all of the wonderful embroidery basics and essentials for beginners with great tips for all who love to embroider.
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![How to Finish a Plastic Canvas Mug Rug or Coaster with a Felt Back]()
Learn to finish a plastic canvas project with a felt backing. Follow our simple steps for a polished look and added durability.
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![How to Thread an Embroidery Needle (So EASY trick!)]()
This quick tip will have your tapestry needles threaded quickly and easily with a simple piece of paper!
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![Plastic Canvas Tips and Tricks]()
Plastic canvas for beginners to advanced stitchers. These plastic canvas tips and tricks are sure to be very helpful to all!
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![Scotch Stitch Mug Rug Tutorial and Free Pattern]()
Create a scotch stitch plastic canvas mug rug with this free pattern and tutorial. Perfect for holding beverages, snacks, and as a decorative touch!
Trending this Week
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![PLASTIC CANVAS CRAFTS]()
This is the place for free plastic canvas crafts and patterns! See everyday and seasonal free plastic tissue box patterns, free patterns for accessories, organization, jewelry and much more.
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![Thread Conversion Charts]()
Find embroidery thread conversion charts for floss, wool, used for needlework. Conversion charts for brands DMC, Anchor, Bucilla, Cosmo Seasons and more.
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![CROSS STITCH PATTERNS & PROJECTS]()
Free counted cross stitch patterns abound in this cross stitch directory. Included are over 300 cross stitch patterns and projects, including free cross stitch alphabet patterns.
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![Alphabet Patterns & Text Generators (FREE)]()
Click to find a list of cross-stitch alphabet patterns & text generators for use in needlework patterns. Perfect for personalizing gifts or stitching favorite quotes.
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![Cross-stitch & Needlework Pattern Generators]()
Click for 20+ of the best cross-stitch and needlework pattern maker applications. Create your own patterns for cross-stitch or needlework with these free and paid pattern generators.
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![How to Tie Off Embroidery Floss for Cross Stitch or Needlework]()
Here is a quick tip to neatly tie off embroidery floss at the back of a project without a knot.
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![How to do the Basic Blanket Stitch]()
Learn how to do the blanket stitch with this blanket stitch tutorial. It's used as an edging to attach applique designs, finish felt toys and ornaments.
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![How to End the Blanket Stitch]()
Learn how to end the blanket stitch three different ways depending on layers of fabric and ending location.
New Stuff
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Free charts for acorns, gillyflowers, roses, grapes and daffodils.
From
Elizabethan Blackwork
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Make your own text design for cross-stitch or backstitch with this online cross-stitch text generator tool. Enter your text, and this tool will chart the design.
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StitchPoint
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Over a dozen redwork block designs - free.
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Sentimental Stitches
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Two examples of filling patterns used in blackwork embroidery.
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Elizabethan Blackwork
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This site has nice photos and written directions for the fishbone Stitch, perfect for making leaves or feathers.
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Sarah's Hand Embroidery Tutorials
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Here find charts for a band of blossoms and rows of violets.
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Elizabethan Blackwork
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Click to find conversion charts for some hand-dyed silk brands like: Needlepoint, Inc. Silk to DMC Floss; Dinky Dyes Silk to Gentle Art Floss; Gentle Art Floss to DMC Floss; Soie d'Alger to Needlepoint, Inc. Silk; Needle Necessities to Threadworx; Silk 'N Colors to Gentle Art Floss
From
Drawn Thread
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A circle of seasons - patterns.
From
Elizabethan Blackwork
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Create cross-stitching patterns and print them! Free Download!
From
Pattern Maker for Cross Stitch
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Counted cross stitch patterns and kits featuring lighthouses and Maine-related designs.
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Sequin Designs