Needlework
How to embroider letters like a pro (even if you're a beginner!)
Always wanted to personalise your own embroidery? Learn how to embroider letters with our easy guide and get started today.
10 simple and small embroidery designs to stitch today
Looking for a quick and simple embroidery design to scratch your creative itch? These small embroidery designs will inspire you to start stitching.
The best embroidery kits and patterns to try: 18 unusual options for the weird and wonderful
Delight in the unique, uncommon and utterly weird with our top unusual embroidery kits.
DMC Vintage Wooden Chest thread storage review
Are you searching for a new thread storage solution or eager to organise your sewing room? This exquisite, collectable wooden chest from needlework experts DMC could be your answer.
13 magical Harry Potter cross stitch patterns and kits
Capture the magic of the wizarding world with these beautiful Harry Potter cross stitch patterns and kits.
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Embroidery pens: How to choose the right one for you
Explore a range of embroidery pens and find the right pen for your next project.
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The ultimate guide to thread painting
Do you want to stitch striking, detailed works of art? You can achieve this through thread painting!
Embroidery thread storage ideas to keep you organised!
Nobody wants knotted threads! Keep your craft space tidy with these practical and cute embroidery thread storage ideas.
Cross Stitch
Welcome to our collection of essential resources, patterns and how to guides for cross stitchers. Browse our latest posts to find free cross stitch charts, learn the basics or win stitchy prizes. Love cross stitching? Why not buy an issue of The World of Cross Stitching magazine or subscribe today?
10 cross stitch borders to frame your patterns perfectly
Choosing the right border will make your stitches shine! Explore our favourite cross stitch borders and pick the right one for you.
10 free and simple cross stitch patterns for beginners
Take your first steps into cross stitching with our free simple cross stitch patterns, which are all suitable for beginners.
Cross stitch vs embroidery: a beginner's guide
Are you thinking of picking up needle and thread to create a handstitched design but aren’t sure where to begin? This cross stitch vs embroidery guide will help you choose which is the craft for you.
Embroidery
10 best Brother embroidery machines to buy in 2025
Looking to find the best Brother embroidery machine for your needs? Discover the best Brother embroidery machines for everyone from hobbyists to business owners.
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The complete guide to crewel embroidery
Fancy trying your hand at crewel embroidery? Read Jessie's complete guide which includes all the crewel embroidery supplies, kits and information you could ever need and get stitching!
Needle Felting
How to make needle felted Easter eggs
Needle felt your own Easter eggs this year with expert felter Nicky Cairney's free tutorial!
18 of the best needle felting kits for beginners 2025
Want to start needle felting but not sure where to start? Needle felting kits are great for felting newbies so browse these kits and pick your favourite!
Guide to wet felting
Learn how to create mini-masterpieces with our guide to all things wet felting, from essential supplies to all the best project inspiration!