White, or Antique White? Aye, there’s the rub! All quotes aside, it’s the eternal question, isn’t it? It’s not always an easy decision to make because the best choice varies from pattern to pattern. But there are some universal truths about either colour. Let’s start with their DMC colour matches: White – DMC: BLANC Antique […]
Hello, stitchers! Serena here again with a blog series this time! I’m calling it My Magic Hour: A Product Tour (like an artist’s “best of” tour but I can still be in the privacy of my own home to bring it to you!) So, what is a “product tour”? It works thusly: I use a […]
Hello, Stitchers! We hope you are all staying safe and sound in the midst of the Covid-19 outbreak. We want to reassure our customers that Yes! We are open for business! But we are not open for visitors until further notice. You can still get your cross stitch supplies from us, and we want you […]
https://magichourcrossstitchsupplies.podbean.com/e/episode-6-working-with-variegated/ Yes! That’s right! We’re back and stitch-y-er than ever! In this episode we tackle working with variegated floss with tips on customizing your project with variegated floss, how to make the most of your variegation and when to use it. We also discuss some options to do with finishes and our own personal preferences […]
So, what I’d like talk about here is the new floss from DMC, which is called Etoile. Its catch phrase is “Stitch with the Stars” which is apt, as it sparkles like the night sky.
Tips on Gridding your Fabric Hello, stitchers! Donna here with a few tips, do’s and don’t on Gridding. Gridding is a subject that gets a lot of attention in cross stitching Facebook groups, workshops and anywhere else that stitchers gather. There are good reasons to grid. It certainly helps with keeping counts, especially for “cross […]
Waste Canvas gives you the structure needed for stitching on ordinary fabrics. Just baste your waste canvas in place, then stitch as you would on any 14 count Aida. When you are finished your stitching, simply wet the waste canvas thoroughly, and the threads can pull out and leave just your stitching on your garment, […]
There are many benefits to cross stitch, and when stitchers are asked, their responses usually fall into one of these categories: Focus: Stitching allows the mind to concentrate on one thing, instead of being distracted or scattered over everything else that is going on. It provides a distraction from worry, and the creative process is often associated […]
What’s the difference in the various sizes of holes and threads, or “counts” of aida cross stitching cloth? That’s a question that is often asked by beginners, and even more experienced stitchers are sometimes a little fuzzy on the definitions. The term “count” refers to the number of threads, holes or stitches (which will all […]
By Donna Murphy 1. Assemble your gear Pattern Fabric Floss Needle Scissors (these are the essentials) Pink and Yellow Highlighters Hoop or Qsnap Needleminder (these are helpful but not essential) 1 2. Find the center stitch on your pattern. Look for the little triangle arrows at the top and the left side. Whether the arrow is pointing to […]
