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Cross Stitch Kits
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Dimensions Crafts Gold Collection Bookmarks Counted Cross Stitch Kit 9" Long Set Of Two 6783, 1 Item(s)/OrderReviewsThis is actually quite a beautiful bookmark/kit, but it's not so straight forward as you would think. All of the instructions come in the sample. The first thing that throws you off is that the thread is not coded in any obvious manner. Instead, you have to first separate out all of the colors and carefully make sure you put each clump of thread together with it's identical color clumps of thread. Provided you are not color blind, you should be able to figure this out after a little while. I suggest that you should not be a complete beginner because this particular pattern does include regular/half and French knots as well as Turkey work and Satin Stitches. There are also some fairly intense instructions on how to finish this bookmark off with respect to borders and sewing off the loose parts. I should be ok in theory, but I'd be lying if I was intimidated. I haven't quite finished the first bookmark yet, but will repost once I get it done. Overall, it appears to be beautiful and Aida is a smaller count, will actually take more time than you would think for such a little project. I'm an average speeds stitcher (I think??) and have been working on this one for over 10 hours and am not done. I suspect it will be around a 30 hour project (for the blue bookmark, possibly less for the other) provided I don't run into any problems. Average Rating:  |
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DIMENSIONS-The Gold Collection Petite: Counted Cross Stitch Kit. Gorgeous images; phenomenal detail and the highest quality of materials available go into every Gold Collection kit by Dimensions. Each of these counted cross stitch kits feature easy to follow charts that include the use of half stitches to elicit finer details and more realistic shadows... |
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Eeyore with Butterflies Cross-Stitch Baby Quilt Kit |
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JANLYNN-Baby: Disney Stamped Cross Stitch. Janlynn brings you adorable kits just for the little ones in your life; brighten their rooms with cheerful and fun images. This kit contains a pre-printed; quilted and pre-finished poly/cotton quilt; six-strand carded cotton floss; needle; graph; multi-lingual instructions and a gift card with envelope... |
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Bucilla 45328 Baby Ensemble- Princess Birth Record |
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BUCILLA-Baby: Counted Cross Stitch: Birth Record. The sweet sentiments; soft colors and delicate designs of Bucilla's baby collection are sure to delight both the stitcher and the recipient! This package contains 14-count white Aida fabric; cotton floss; floss separator; needle; tri-lingual instructions and chart... |
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Janlynn Dogs Eyeglass Case Counted Cross Stitch Kit 3 1/2"X6 1/2" 14 Count 23-0541, 1 Item(s)/Order |
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Kit contains: Prefinished eyeglass case with inset of 14 count Aida and zipper 6-strand cotton floss needle graph and instructions. |
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Monkey Fun Eyeglass Case Counted Cross Stitch Kit-3-1/2"x6-1/2" 14 Count |
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Favorite Shades Eyeglass Case Counted Cross Stitch Kit |
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WOW 'EM WITH EYES FOR STYLE! A delightful prefinished eyeglass/cell phone case. A must for those who enjoy glitz and glamor. This Counted Cross Stitch Eyeglass/ CellPhone case is by ©Linda Gillum for Kooler Design Studio... |
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Learn-A-Craft for Kids - Cute Kitty Counted Cross Stitch KitReviewsThis is not an item I would recommend for the beginner, unless they have already had a lot of experience with the preprinted plastic needlepoint kits. This canvas is cloth and not preprinted. I purchased it as a first craft for my seven year old, thinking it was preprinted. She found it very frustrating as a first-time project and I had to help her quite a bit. It's a lovely little keepsake once completed, but not something I would recommend if you're trying to build confidence in your crafter. Average Rating: |
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DIMENSIONS-Learn-A-Craft: Counted Cross Stitch. Learn a classic art! This collection of needle art kits is perfect for beginners with their simple yet fun designs. This kit contains 11 count white Aida; 3in embroidery hoop for stitching and finishing; cotton thread; needle and easy to follow instructions designed for a beginner... |
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Learn-A-Craft for Kids - Dolphin Delight GND Stamped Cross Stitch Kit |
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DIMENSIONS-Learn-A-Craft: Stamped Cross Stitch. Learn a classic art! This collection of needle art kits is perfect for beginners with their simple yet fun designs. This kit contains design pre-printed in glow-in-the-dark ink on white sailcloth; 3in embroidery hoop for stitching and finishing; cotton thread; needle and easy to follow instructions designed for a beginner... |
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Learn-A-Craft for Kids - Friendly Frog GND Stamped Cross Stitch KitReviewsI got two of these cross stitch kits for my 9 year-old daughter, and she really loved them. The instructions were easy to follow, and there was plenty of thread for the project. She finished both in a couple of days with no frustration at all. Average Rating: |
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DIMENSIONS-Learn-A-Craft: Stamped Cross Stitch. Learn a classic art! This collection of needle art kits is perfect for beginners with their simple yet fun designs. This kit contains design pre-printed in glow-in-the-dark ink on white sailcloth; 3in embroidery hoop for stitching and finishing; cotton thread; needle and easy to follow instructions designed for a beginner... |
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Bucilla 45306 Baby Ensemble- Lullaby Friends Bib Pair |
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BUCILLA-Baby: Stamped Cross Stitch: Pre-Finished Quilted Bibs 2/pkg. The sweet sentiments; soft colors and delicate designs of Bucilla's baby collection are sure to delight both the stitcher and the recipient! This kit contains two white poly/cotton pre-finished bibs pre-stamped in wash-away ink; cotton floss; needle and easy to follow instructions... |
The Dutch called it Haken and the Spanish called it Labor de Ganchillo, but call it Crochet and it looks just as delicate and. Today the word, with its roots in medieval French Croc or croche meaning Hook, has come to signify one of the most popular fabric crafts for men and women across the globe. Yes, I did say men…because an increasing number of men are now turning to this highly structured and organized craft for finding creative satisfaction.
Crochet is basically a series of interlocking loops of thread into a chain to create brightly colored patterns. These patterned patches can then be given various forms like table covers, tote bags, hats and baby dresses. A single chain of loops is created, with each new loop catching the thread and pulling it through the previous loop. Once the chain is completed, the thread is turned starting a second chain. Some popular stitches are: Chain, Single, Half Double, Double, Popcorn, and Cluster.
Some of the most popular theories suggest the craft originated in France. Significant evidence points to its earliest usage in the 1700s Europe where it was developed as an affordable alternative to the more expensive forms of lace. It needed inexpensive equipment and raw material to create low-cost fabric and the art picked up enough to achieve the status of a flourishing cottage industry by mid 1800s.
Branded as ‘the commoners’ lace’, this art got a fillip when it received a patron in Queen Victoria of England. Though this art has had its ups and downs over the centuries, its inherent simplicity and beauty has ensured its longevity and currency as a fashionable fabric in every century. Easy, affordable and fun, this art has many takers and a resounding Internet presence. Check out DIY guides and patterns on the web and get hooking for hours of fun.
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