Cross-Stitch Basics

To learn how to cross-stitch, you'll need to master the basics. We'll help you with stitches, supplies and techniques to prepare you for your first project.
A close-up of a floral cross stitch project
How to Cross Stitch
Cross stitch decor
5 Tools to Organize Your Cross-Stitch Supplies
Close up stitching red heart shape on white fabric on white background. With colorful yarn on background.
Cross-Stitch Blogs You Should Be Following
A stitch design
Cleaning and Preserving Vintage Needlework and Cross Stitch
cross stitch pattern
Learn the Basics of Counted Cross Stitch
cross-stitch pattern of forest flora and fauna
What Is Cross-Stitch?
cross stitch in hoop of a little girl with dog
How to Finish a Cross Stitch Project
Illustration of feather embroidery
35 Free Cross-Stitch Patterns for All Levels
cross stitch with magnifying glass
Free Cross Stitch Patterns and Samplers
needles of various sizes
Find the Perfect Needle for Your Project
Illustration of stitched letters
25 Free Alphabet Cross-Stitch Patterns
How to Back Stitch in Cross Stitch
How to Back Stitch
Cross-stitch pattern being sowed with purple, blue and pink thread
5 Basic Stitches in Cross Stitch
Woman with glasses cross stitching embroidering fabric
How to Increase or Decrease Your Cross Stitch Pattern and Cloth Size
Cross-stitch skeleton heads
Discover 7 Modern Cross-Stitch Designers