Using a needle and thread was considered a necessary skill for girls in the 1800's. Using a needle and thread was considered a necessary household skill for girls and women in the 1800s. Samplers were ...

Guest Maria King demonstrates the ins and outs of creating practical projects with a straight stitch All garments, no matter how difficult, start with a straight stitch. There are a few methods we can ...

“X” marks the spot, or so the saying goes. For Pat Athanas, of Hyde Park, the phrase could be a life motto. As a lifelong cross-stitcher, Athanas has been “marking the spot” for as long as she can ...

If hobbies have an image, embroidery has for many years been in the realm of tea cosies and crochet rugs. But young, stressed professionals are now taking up needlepoint as a way to relax and enjoy ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Cross-stitch is back, according to The Wall Street Journal. As 20- and 30-somethings look for ways to get ...

What does your business do? “We are a full-service needlepoint shop. We have thread, painted canvas, lots of experience to help you with your stitching needs, all sorts of stuff,” Krizek said. Deb ...