This stitchable journal cover DIY is fun to make with a purchased stitchable notebook to show your love of handmade wherever you go. Where to Get a Stitchable Journal Cover I’ve had this stitchable journal cover for years. It’s Dimensions brand and it came from my local Joann. As of this writing its showing unavailable […]
How to Fix a Hole in Jeans
After making the waistband bigger on an old pair of jeans, I needed to patch a few holes, so let’s learn how to fix a hole in jeans using a patch and simple sashhiko stitching. What is Sashiko? Sashiko is a Japanese mending/stitching method (that literally means “little stabs”) that uses running stitches to make […]
Darn a Sock: How to Mend a Hole in a Sock
I feel like all my socks got holes at the same time, so let’s look at a few easy ways to mend a hole in a sock. I have this set of fair isle style socks my husband bought me years ago, and it’s like the warranty just expired because it seems like every time […]
How to Blanket Stitch on Cross Stitch Fabric
Using blanket stitch on cross stitch fabric is a great way to finish the edges and help reduce fraying. I used this technique on my cross stitch napkin rings, but it’s a great way to finish bookmarks or anything else that won’t be framed or finished so that the raw edges aren’t exposed. Why is […]
Cross Stitch Napkin Rings
I like using cross stitch in unusual ways, and I decided a perfect little cross stitch project for spring (or any other time) would be some cross stitch napkin rings. The finishing is a little time consuming, but the cross stitch itself doesn’t take that long, and it’s a fun way to use different colors […]
Four Leaf Clover Cross Stitch Pattern
This four leaf clover cross stitch pattern is perfect to stitch up for St. Patrick’s Day or any time you could use a little luck. It’s a pretty easy pattern because it’s symmetrical, so once you’ve stitched one leaf (petal? I don’t know what you call them on a clover) you can use your already […]
Cross Stitch Magnets
These little cross stitch magnets are so cute and a fun beginner project when you’re learning to cross stitch. They’re also a great subtle way to add a little homemade something to your fridge or your magnet board at work. How the Cross Stitch Magnets Work These little designs are made with a scrap of […]