Maximize the fun of needlework and minimize the stress!Discover how relaxing and satisfying crafting can be! In Cross-Stitch to Calm you'll stitch away your stress with this simple, yet meditative craft. Only a bit of embroidery floss, a needle, and fabric are needed.40 unique, yet simple cross-stitch patterns are featured, along the themes of Creatures, Nature, Symbols, and Words. Plus, author Leah Lintz has included an introductory chapter that that explains the basics of cross-stitch, as well as easy techniques for finishing and displaying your project.Through beautiful imagery and easy-to-stitch shapes, Cross-Stitch to Calm will help you enjoy a new pastime while creating beautiful art for yourself and others.

Julie Jackson is back and more subversive than ever! This new anniversary edition of her classic Subversive Cross Stitch celebrates more than 10 years of delightfully snarky, in-your-face cross stitch with 50 full-color patterns and 17 brand-new designs, including "Don't Be Such A Baby" and "Cheer Up, Loser."Subversive Cross Stitch: 50 F*cking Clever Designs For Your Sassy Side invites stitchers of all levels to fully express their bad-ass crafty selves, whether they need to release their inner curmudgeon or let fly with a witty insult. With alphabet charts and easy-to-follow instructions for every design, Subversive Cross Stitch: 50 F*cking Clever Designs For Your Sassy Side includes everything you need to get your craft on from the original instigator of subversive stitching.

If you think you know what cross stitch is, look again! Jamie Chalmers, aka Mr X Stitch, shows you how to cross stitch using simple step-by-step instructions and also takes you to the frontiers of cross stitch design. The book is aimed at stitchers of all abilities, from absolute beginners looking to learn a new craft to embroiderers and cross stitchers who want to do something different in cross stitching. For many, cross stitch conjures up images of cute kittens and country cottages, but this book shows people that theres a different side to cross stitching that its an art in its own right, and will encourage them to be a little braver with their art. Jamies writing style is fun, entertaining and highly inspirational. The book aims to appeal to men as well as women, encouraging one and all to take up the ancient craft. It teaches the basics of cross stitching, including information on materials, tools, techniques and colour blending, but also puts Jamies own individual spin on it, with urban flavours and the introduction of different materials such as glow-in-the-dark threads and stitching on metal. As well as providing exciting designs to stitch, there is guidance on how to create cross stitch designs of your own, for example by using photographs and other images for reference. Jamie also showcases the work of other contemporary cross stitchers who are pushing the boundaries of their craft, and introduces more than 20 stunning cutting-edge projects to make, showing that beauty, innovation and 'craftivism' are alive and kicking in this inspirational book.

Bright and cheery cross stitch designs for beginnersCross another craft off your bucket list with this comprehensive guide to cross stitch! Learn everything you need to know to get started, then dive into 6 fun projects to practice your new skills. Popular cross stitch designer Sally Wilson will inspire you with creative motifs and handmade gifts you'll want to display everywhere around the house. Get tips and tricks, learn to hoop your fabric like a pro, and explore a variety of finishing options. With recommendations for the best in thread, needles, notions, and helpful tools, you'll quickly be on your way to cross stitch bliss! Relax and unwind with cross stitch―the perfect craft to express your creativity Learn the basic skills you'll need to get started in this no-fuss instructional guide Great for gifts and home decor! Practice your new skills with 6 modern projects

Cross stitch is one of the oldest forms of hand embroidery, popular all over the world, and it is little wonder that it remains so. Cross stitch is easy to learn, is usually the first embroidery stitch taught to children, and is quickly arranged into patterns, pictures and letters by following grid charts where each square represents a single stitch.In Cross Stitch, you'll learn the essentials of counted cross stitch with plenty of illustrations to guide you, and a basic range of of free-style embroidery stitches, as well as advice on how to read charts and create your own, including numerous motifs and alphabets for you to use. Written with the beginner in mind, Cross Stitch is also a refresher for those who first learned the craft years ago and would like to pick it up again. You'll soon find the pleasure in cross stitch is watching your design grow as different colors are added, whether you're making a bookmark or a wall hanging to be framed as a future family heirloom.

A collection of thirty cross-stich projects—created by Star Trek crafters—perfect for both die-hard Trekkies and enterprising crafters alike.Live Long and Cross-Stitch!Ever wondered what Spock would look like on a baby’s onesie? Well, now you can see, in this fun collection of thirty cross-stitch projects made with love by Star Trek fans. If you’re looking for ideas for putting your favorite character on a tote bag or pillow—or perhaps hanging a lovely framed “Qo’noS Sweet Qo’noS” in the entryway to let everyone know that a Klingon-speaker lives here—then look no farther. Whether you’re a lifelong Trekkie or just a Starfleet cadet, you can show your Star Trek pride by decorating your home, your clothes, and your children with cross-stitched Star Trek quotes and iconic images.

Hundreds of small, super-easy shapes and motifs for the cross stitcher!This simply fabulous collection from Japanese cross-stitch sensation Makoto Oozu is packed with 900 tiny motifs to use on everything from badges and hankies to T-shirts and bags. Arranged by theme, the designs include the alphabet; toys (Teddy Bears, computer games); trendy accessories, like sunglasses and jewelry; chic shoes and boots; sports gear; cars; animals; food, and much more. Follow the step-by-step cross-stitch instructions for beginners, and you’ll soon be stitching these super-awesome motifs onto everything!

Give the best gift ever--a personalized, handmade cross-stitch family portrait for your family and friends, that you designed yourself!Do-It-Yourself Stitch People (2nd Edition), self-published by Elizabeth Dabczynski-Bean (creator of Stitch People), helps you create the perfect characters for your personalized cross-stitch portraits. Mix and match the different hairstyles, clothing combinations, and accessories to delight friends and family with a totally personalized, handmade gift.Building on the success of the 1st Edition (originally released in 2014), Elizabeth has taken four years' worth of feedback to create a new edition that's over 80% bigger than the original, with 87 additional pages of patterns, instruction, and tips and tricks. Stitch People is the definitive source for patterns on creating cross-stitch portraits.What's included: 192 pages of patterns, instructions, and tips & tricks Spiral-bound for easy and consistent use Specific tutorials for curly hair, real-looking hair, lace techniques, patterned clothing, tattoos, and more Family pets! Over 40 breeds of dogs, 16 cat breeds, and instructions to modify existing patterns to fit your furry friend Accessories like purses, sports items, flower bouquets, wheelchairs, and more Sixteen unique alphabet styles DMC floss color recommendations for skin tones, hair colors, denim, etc. Materials checklist for easy shopping Photos of over 90 unique, stitched custom portraits for inspiration Instructions on framing your project in the hoop or a frame

Inspired by her love of wildflowers, Kazuko Aoki has created a collection of more than 20 projects and over 100 individual cross-stitch motifs. Designs are included for all your floral favorites, such as viola, pansies, poppies and roses. These motifs are used to create traditional samplers, as well as bags, pincushions, pillows, coasters, aprons and tea towels. Instructions are presented in counted cross-stitch charts, plus step-by-step diagrams for constructing projects.

Welcome to Storyland, where all it takes to create magic are a needle and thread! Part storybook, part cross-stitch guide, this enchanting volume features marvelous projects for everyone from beginners to the brave and determined. Make Miniature Motifs, Secret Key Bookmarks, Golden Goose Lavender Sachets, Cameo Frames, and the Read Me a Book Cover. Theres even a bound-in envelope with a small square of evenweave, a needle, and thread—so you can start sewing a unicorn, frog prince, or jackalope right away!

Cross-stitch interpretations of Parisian moments captured in a photograph.Embroider an unforgettable travel memoir of Paris, with charming designs that feature familiar sights and unexpected moments. Each page is an invitation for the traveler or lover of Paris to share the author's journey, evoking memories of one of the world's most romantic cities. Snapshots, short poetic descriptions, and charming illustrations of the inspiration behind the designs are accompanied by photographs of the finished projects and counted charts. As well as pictures and pillows, projects include other items like a baguette tote, a metro sign ticket holder, and a door knocker pincushion. Each design can be adapted to stitch onto a variety of items and advice is given on these variations. Intrepid cross stitchers can step off the grid and use the illustrations as a guide to embroider on to linen, while those who prefer to work counted designs on Aida cloth will find chart templates in the book.

We've now released the 2nd edition of this book, which has everything in this 1st edition and more! The 2nd edition is available as a separate listing here on Amazon.Now you can make your own cross-stitch family portraits! Do-It Yourself Stitch People will not only introduce beginning embroiderers to the world of cross stitch, but also will provide hours of enjoyment to cross stitch experts. Do-It-Yourself- Stitch People contains hundreds of Stitch People designs, making thousands of design combinations available.Perfect for personal projects and thoughtful gifts, Stitch People portraits are fully customizable, down to every last detail. The text contains patterns for men, women, children, cats, dogs, and and much more, as well as information to help you compile your pattern, and frame your finished work. Using clear, easy-to-understand diagrams, pictures, and instructions, you'll see how easy it is to design and complete a professional-looking Stitch People portrait.Whether you're creating a portrait for yourself, or as a gift for a loved one, Do-It-Yourself Stitch People will have you ready to design and stitch your personal Stitch People portraits in no time! With Do-It-Yourself Stitch People you will be up and going in no time creating your own personalized Stitch People portraits!