Needlework
The World of Cross Stitching magazine - out now!
Take a look behind the cover of the latest issue, order your copy and catch up on issues you might have missed.
Love Embroidery Magazine - out now!
Take a look behind the cover of the latest issue, order your copy and catch up on issues you might have missed.
How to do Lazy Daisy Stitch
Lazy Daisy stitch is ideal for making flowers and leaves – see how to do Lazy Daisy stitch with our guide!
The G3 Resin Curing Machine from Resiners lets you create resin masterpieces in a matter of minutes!
I tested this Resiners curing machine and was amazed at how much of a difference it made to my crafting time.
Stitch our autumnal deer embroidery pattern
Get stitching and appliquéing Kirsty Neale’s folksy, autumnal deer embroidery pattern.
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How to backstitch
Discover how to sew the full range of hand embroidery stitches with our series of beginners' guides. This month, we’re looking at how to sew backstitch.
Free bicycle embroidery pattern
Stitch some summer memories with Sara Shoemaker’s retro-inspired bicycle embroidery pattern.
Free motion embroidery with machine embroidery designs
We've got two brilliant free motion embroidery tutorials to help you create gorgeous designs inspired by the natural world
Bring autumn indoors with this free wildflower embroidery pattern
Fall in love with autumn with this gorgeous wildflower embroidery pattern by Liz Stiglets, hang it on your wall and make your home feel cosy.
How to do Satin Stitch
Find out how to Satin Stitch with our step-by-step guide and 3 free embroidery patterns
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?
Best embroidery hoops and tapestry frames
Using the right embroidery hoop or tapestry frame can really improve your needlework and make it more comfortable and enjoyable for you too.
35 of the best needle minders
If you keep losing your needles and they often end up on the floor ready to be stepped on, we've got you - you're in need of a needle minder!
Free Christmas gnome cross stitch bookmark pattern
These adorable gnomes will steal your heart! The gnome cross stitch has been designed by Rhona Norrie, and is perfect for the festive season.
Embroidery
Delightfully easy DIY fabric Christmas crackers
Delight dinner guests with these sustainable party favours stitched in your favourite festive fabrics and trims.
Discover ribbon embroidery with this step-by-step guide
Embroidery expert Jessie Doughty will teach you everything you need to know about silk ribbon embroidery!
Feel festive with these 20 Christmas embroidery kits
Get that festive feeling with these beautiful Christmas embroidery kits perfect for beginners and to give as gifts.
Needle Felting
12 of the best needle felting books to master the craft
Master the art of needle felting with these fun, fab and very cute needle felting books. They're beginner-friendly and will have you falling in love with needle felting in no time.
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!
