double straight cross

Using crossed stitches to embellish your canvases, like this one from Pippin Designs, is a terrific way to add texture and perspective.

Using Crossed Stitches on Your Needlepoint Canvases

By Ellen Johnson / August 20, 2020

Last week, we explored some slanted stitches that you can use to embellish your needlepoint canvases. And guess what?! Now we’re gonna explore cross (or crossed) stitches. A crossed stitch is comprised of two – or more – straight stitches that cross over each other to form a new stitch. They come in lots of … Read more

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Jean Smith Designs floral needlepoint canvas

Stitching Flowers on the Double Straight Cross

By Ellen Johnson / May 28, 2019

Well, hello there! I’m so happy to have you here with me today. This whole month has been about different stitches you can use for the flowers on your needlepoint projects. And today, I’ll wrap it up with a bow by sharing another terrific stitch + some of my favorite floral canvases. (Oh – and … Read more

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