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Turning your favourite photo into a cross-stitch chartA photograph holds thousands of tiny details, and turning one into a chart lets you stitch that memory one square at a time. Many stitchers in Australia keep a…
How To Read A Crochet Pattern With AbbreviationsA crochet pattern is a compact set of instructions rather than a paragraph of ordinary prose. Once you understand its abbreviation key, punctuation, stitch…
Embroidery thread storage ideas for small spacesA compact home does not need to limit embroidery, cross-stitch or needlepoint projects. With a few well-chosen containers and a consistent sorting method,…
How to crochet a granny square cushion cover step by stepA granny square cushion cover is one of those satisfying projects that turns a humble ball of yarn into a treasured household item. The technique has roots in…
Continental And Basketweave In Needlepoint ExplainedContinental and basketweave are two familiar tent stitches used to cover areas of needlepoint canvas. They look similar on the front, yet the direction of the…
Transferring Chart Patterns to Dark Fabric Without Losing DetailWorking a counted thread design on a navy, charcoal or deep forest ground opens up a striking range of needlework possibilities, but it also turns the humble…
Making a Geometric Needlepoint Eyeglass CaseA needlepoint eyeglass case is a useful small project for practising counted stitches, colour planning, and neat finishing. A geometric design suits the narrow…
Casino Play Now: A Practical Guide for Australian PlayersOnline casino entertainment has become easier to access from Australian cities such as Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, and Adelaide. Players can move…
Free pattern books every needlepoint enthusiast should downloadNeedlepoint has always thrived on shared patterns. Long before digital charts became standard, stitchers passed designs between friends, copied motifs from…
How To Knit A Simple Dishcloth For PracticeA knitted dishcloth is an excellent first project because it is small, useful and forgiving. You can practise casting on, working knit stitches, counting rows…