Starting cross stitch

An beginner's guide to cross stitch, from picking out materials to starting your your first project. Avoid common mistakes and learn a new craft!

Here I cover 7 different thread starts: Ways to make that first stitch so that your thread stays in place and keeps your back tidy!

In this video I will show you how to start cross stitching; how to find the centre of your aida, how to put it in the hoop, and how to secure your thread.

Learn how to cross stitch with this quick tutorial on how to stitch whole cross stitches and find where to start in a cross stitch pattern.

When first starting a new hobby, it can be easy to be discouraged by mistakes. If you follow these tips, you should be stitching like a pro in no time!

A reader shares her tip for reducing bulk in counted cross stitch. A great way to start cross stitch using even numbers of strands.

Although the basics of cross stitch are pretty easy to get the hang of, these hints and tips should help make it even easier and give your work a professional look.

This article is suitable for beginners who are learning cross stitch. Read more to find out how we make cross stitch step by step on our blog. #crossstitch #crossstitchforbeginners #crossstitchforbeginnerstutorials #crossstitchflowersimple #beginners

The loop start is the best cross stitch trick! It's so easy, too! Never struggle to start your cross stitch projects again - read the loop start tutorial!

In this blog post, we will teach you how to create your own cross stitch pattern from scratch. We will also provide tips on choosing the right photo/image for beginners.