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.
Clothing care tips for longer lasting fabrics
Keep your new clothes looking their best with these clothing care tips and discover sustainable repairs and upcycling techniques to keep worn-out items going for even longer!
The best animal cross stitch charts
Do you love to stitch on the wild size? Here's our pick of cross stitch charts featuring animals from our top designers – and some are even free cross stitch patterns, too!
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.
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!
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How to make a cross stitch sofa armrest organiser
20 Easter cross stitch patterns and kits
From cute bunnies to decorative eggs, find the loveliest Easter cross stitch patterns and kits just in time for spring.
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15 free floral embroidery patterns to brighten your life
Flowers are one of our favourite things to stitch! Fill your home with beautiful blooms using our free flower embroidery patterns.
How to embroider: A complete guide to embroidery for beginners
Discover the ultimate guide to embroidery. Find top tricks and tips on how to embroider with the experts.
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?
30+ winter cross stitch patterns to cosy up your craft time
Get creative with over 30 gorgeous winter cross stitch patterns. There's everything from hygge designs to animal cross stitch and more.
Spread the love with these 14 free valentine cross stitch patterns
Discover these lovely Valentine cross stitch patterns from a range of talented designers! All 14 are available to download for free.
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.
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.
23 embroidery stitches that will transform your projects and how to do them
Learning embroidery starts with learning the basic stitches. Learn 23 different types of embroidery stitches with our handy guide! Make sure you bookmark it for your reference!
How to do Sashiko embroidery
Learn all about the history of the ancient art of Sashiko embroidery plus how to do it. Then practise your new-found skills on two free patterns with Gathered!
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!