Stitch Graffiti is a fun, approachable introduction to the world of cross-stitch. There is a useful overview of threads, basic stitches, types of canvas and more.  The patterns are easy to follow and will definitely appeal to a younger audience, whether it’s a tween, 20 or 30-something.

The patterns are hip, colorful and great for anyone from a complete beginner to a more advance stitcher who wants to have fun with their cross-stitching!  I definitely recommend this book

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book review – Stitch Graffiti

Unfortunately, I can’t post the video here, but you can follow this link to Youtube and watch it there.   Basically, the video is a tutorial on creating your own gridded needlework patterns using your own photo and a transparency sheet.

It’s definitely worth checking out – especially if you want to try making your own patterns

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video of the day – making your own needlework patterns

As long as there aren’t a lot of half or quarter stitches (which you can’t do in needlepoint) you’re good to go!

Now there can be one little snag… most cross-stitch patterns call for DMC thread – but that won’t always work for needlepoint.

You’ve got two options at this point…  #1 at this point is what I used in the horse tapestry.  I used two strands of DMC floss – and it looks luscious, the floss is silky and gives the tapestry and deep glow.   #2 is to select the DMC colors and then match them to the wool or other yarn you would use otherwise.

So next time you find a pattern you love in a technique you don’t do, try it and see how it works – you could be surprised

image: C Findlay-Harder

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you can use cross-stitch patterns for needlepoint?