Needlework

Beautiful baby cross stitch patterns to make for new parents
Celebrate the arrival of a new bundle of joy with these beautiful baby cross stitch patterns. Make them into cards, keepsakes or frame them as a special gift!

Free teacup cross stitch patterns
Download this pretty teacup cross stitch pattern to create this fabulous teacup clock by Julia Rigby, or simply get started with a single teacup motif.

Upcycle old jars with our 6 free cross stitch patterns
Turn plain jars into customised storage solutions and create rainbows of colour with these beautiful cross stitch jar lids designed by Anne Macgregor.

Why we’re obsessed with the DMC vintage wooden chest for embroidery storage
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.

How to frame cross stitch
Save money on professional framing by learning how to frame cross stitch by using lacing or mounting on canvas with our handy beginners' guide.
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Easy Christmas cross stitch patterns to make this season!
Choose from a selection of delightfully easy cross stitch patterns to make Christmas cards, gift tags and more! Have a giggle with our fun pun cards by Durene Jones, or treat the kids with Rhona Norrie's sweet signposts.

Five free cactus cross stitch pattern
Create a plant that'll last forever with these five, prickly cactus cross stitch patterns. Stitch these fab on-trend succulents and make into pin cushions, cards, gift tags and more!

Frame your cross stitch beautifully with our tutorial
Want to try a new way in displaying your finished cross stitch? Discover how to mount your project using magnetic hangers in our handy how-to!

Enjoy cosy autumn stitching with our free fox cross stitch pattern
To celebrate The Durene Jones Cross Stitch Collections bookazine, Durene's sharing this cross stitch fox too!

10 beautiful wedding cross stitch kits which make the perfect gift
Impress the happy couple on their special day with a beautiful wedding cross stitch kit. Stitch up a wonderful gift to make them smile.
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?

Stitch a beautifully fluffy penguin cross stitch
Create an adorable penguin card with soft Lana wool for a truly cosy feeling.

Free sewing machine motif cross stitch chart
Spruce up your craft space with this snazzy hoop tidy featuring Susan Bates' sewing machine design!

Free chicken cross stitch patterns for adorable egg cosies
Get stitching for Easter with these chicken cross stitch patterns and learn how to turn them into cute egg cosies with our tutorial.
Embroidery

The Best Brother sewing machines to buy right now
Looking for the perfect sewing machine? We’ve compared 8 of Brother’s best for every task

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.

Get a 200 skein cotton thread set from LoveCrafts worth over £99 when you subscribe to Love Embroidery
Start your Love Embroidery magazine subscription and enjoy monthly inspiration direct to your door.
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!
