Mr X Stitch - Back In Black

What should Cross Stitch look like on the Back?

Good news! It is nice if the back of your cross stitch looks tidy, but you don’t need to lose sleep if it’s a bit unruly. Let’s put your mind at ease on the topic! The backside of a cross stitch project—often overlooked but always a subject of intrigue. Is it the unsung hero of […]

Emily Peacock - It All Begins Here

What Is Cross Stitch?

Cross stitch is a popular needlecraft where you use needle and thread to make small X-shaped stitches and create pixelated handmade art.

Life In The Fast Lane - XSAL 004

What Is A Stitch Along?

A Stitch Along, or SAL, is a sequential stitch project in which an entire design is stitched in consecutive parts. Stitch alongs are cross stitch projects, completed within a certain timeframe where you receive a new part of the or stitch-a-long pattern to stitch along with other stitchers.

Coffee spill on wooden surface with a cross-stitch kit and mug, illustrating common cross-stitch mis.

Is Cross Stitch Difficult? [What Can Go Wrong & What To Do]

Cross Stitch is one of the easiest forms of needlework as it combines a simple, straight stitch with a fabric that has evenly spaced holes to pass the thread through. The charts for cross stitch are similar to painting by numbers and by counting carefully and stitching slowly, you will easily learn to cross stitch.

XStitch is your Cross Stitch Crazy alternative

Are You Still Cross Stitch Crazy?

If you miss Cross Stitch Crazy Magazine, XStitch is here to fill that creative gap. Enjoy cross stitch patterns you’ll be proud to display!