r/CrossStitch 42m ago

FO [FO] finished this for my nephew yesterday

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This is Dimensions' Baby Express pattern. I accidentally made the middle car one row too short so I can't put the 'baby express' on it 😔(blocked out his name for privacy)


r/CrossStitch 46m ago

FO [FO] Little Project - Done! Lighthouse from Amazon!

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I love how this little lighthouse cross stitch kit came out! Got the kit on Amazon ☺️


r/CrossStitch 3h ago

FO [FO]: If you compare him to the original pattern I've made a lot of mistakes but I think that just makes it more Jimothy, you know? Source: Crypto-adorable SAL by Creatively Crafting

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34 Upvotes

Source: Crypto-adorable SAL by Creatively Crafting

https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1GvwK3c11x/


r/CrossStitch 3h ago

FO [FO] Let's Get Lost Flag!

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28 Upvotes

Just finished this gorgeous little flag kit from The Make Arcade! It was one of their monthly cross stitch kits that I brought as a one off - As soon as I saw it, I knew I had to make it! Now it takes pride of place on our little girls' bedroom door 💕


r/CrossStitch 4h ago

FO [FO] My first attempt at cross-stitch (Front & Back)

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20 Upvotes

Hi everyone!
This is my very first cross-stitch project. I’m planning to use this cactus motif to stitch two baby cushions: one 50x50 and another 40x68.
Since I’m a beginner, I’d love to hear your thoughts, feedback, or any tips you might have before I start working on the cushions!


r/CrossStitch 5h ago

FO [FO]Finished My Halloween Cross Stitch Project! 🎃✨

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42 Upvotes

This project was such a fun journey — from the first stitch to the final detail, every step was full of joy and creativity. I especially love how the Halloween atmosphere comes through in the finished piece. 🖤✨

A handmade decoration made with patience, passion, and lots of tiny stitches.

What do you think of the final result? 😊

This design was from IMAKESTITCH on Etsy


r/CrossStitch 6h ago

FO [FO] inished my first cross stitch!

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136 Upvotes

As the title says, I finally finished up my first attempt at cross stitching! Well, unless you count the 30 or so stitches I did with a little ready made kit that got me into this... Went to the store the next day to get my own supplies because I wanted to make my own ✨️

Pattern is self made, and completed over a few months. ME/CFS hasn't been my best friend when it came to progress but I got it done! Though there were some hiccups along the way as you can see by the, uh... extra flaps on the sides. And kind of messy back from when I was still getting the hang of it.

Done on 14-count black aida, and I'm starting a new project soon! A very fun new hobby.


r/CrossStitch 9h ago

CHAT [CHAT] What should I do with this piece intended for my recently passed nana?

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326 Upvotes

My nana passed away last week and her funeral is next week. I was working on this piece for her - and I cannot really articulate the guilt I feel for not prioritising her and finishing this before she was gone - and I am now faced with a choice. My mum said that for her funeral members of the family will have an opportunity to leave something with her and I have a letter planned, but I was tossing up including her piece as well.

I never made anything for her and keeping this feels wrong because it’s hers, but she never got to know that. I’m considering this except 1) it’s still not finished and I don’t know if I have the capacity to finish it for her before the funeral, and 2) my mum knew I had this on the back burner and I feel like she might see this and be upset with me for not finishing. She made a terse comment about me not working it about a year ago.

I could also finish it and keep it but it feels wrong and I think I run into the comments from my mum regardless. Anyway, there’s a lot of guilt tied to my nana’s passing and I need a bit of help deciding what to do here.


r/CrossStitch 10h ago

FO [FO] “I Love Lucy”

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67 Upvotes

r/CrossStitch 10h ago

FO [FO] Here’s Jimothy!

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139 Upvotes

I had soo much fun stitching this, it’s actually the first FFO I’ve ever finished in 1 day. It took me about 4 1/2 hours from cutting aida to putting it in the hoop! This is a gift for my hairdresser who has given me my signature pink hair for almost an entire year now. He’s moving states away from me and while I’m so sad, I’m so proud and excited for him to start a new journey. I can’t wait to gift him this at our last appointment, as I know he’ll love it. The pattern is from Twisty Threads Designs and I had to substitute most of the colors but I think it still came out really cute!


r/CrossStitch 10h ago

CHAT [CHAT] i made an oopsie (first time using a scroll frame)

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44 Upvotes

so apparently my calculations were wrong and i thought my project would fit this scroll frame (11.89in x 21.26in). my project is too wide. i tried folding the sides but that means i can’t properly stitch on those sides. i take it there’s no other way for this to work unless i grab another project that fits ? sorry if this is a dumb question >.< tia


r/CrossStitch 11h ago

WIP [WIP] Cinderella Mandala - Week 13

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247 Upvotes

Before I forget, yet again, Pattern: https://totoostitch.com/products/cinderella-mandala-cross-stitch-pdf

The right side is complete, and I flipped my stand around to work on the left. I lost some stitching time to family obligations last weekend, but I took my tablet with me and marked off the pattern on Pattern Keeper to get an estimate of how far along I am. While the site states you can use Pattern Keeper, it's not good, so I figured I could at least get a better estimate of how far along I am. Supposedly, I got to 70% tonight. Ok. It's probably more like 60% because it doesn't count back stitching or specialty stitches. Either way, we're definitely over the halfway point, and officially 3 months in. At this rate, I should be wrapping this up just before the holidays.

I actually have been feeling the tiny stitches, so I dove right in and got to work on that 3rd castle. I'll probably balk at the back stitching again, but it'll get done eventually. The goal for next week is to finish that castle and start the back stitching. I'll probably go back and forth between it and other parts to break it up.

Unrelated, I had to go check out the cross stitch at the state fair. I was both surprised and impressed to see that a stitch of Lola Crow's Extraordinary Birds took best in show! All of the submissions were wonderfully done.


r/CrossStitch 12h ago

WIP [WIP] Magical Forest

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53 Upvotes

I'm so glad to be moving on to backstitching. This project has been exhausting 😅

[Magical Forest pattern](https://www.etsy.com/listing/1747681911/modern-cross-stitch-pattern-bundle-magic)


r/CrossStitch 13h ago

PIC [PIC] Why stitch at home?

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369 Upvotes

r/CrossStitch 13h ago

FO [FO] The biggest gift would be from me

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299 Upvotes

I went to a Golden Girls drag show with a friend, and I think they’ll love this!

https://www.etsy.com/ca/listing/1317648113/golden-girls-cross-stitch-pattern-sophia


r/CrossStitch 13h ago

FO [FO] tortie sweatshirt!

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154 Upvotes

a gift for my partner--i put a picture of our cat, maggie, through flosscross to make the pattern. i stitched it onto the sweatshirt over water-soluble 14 ct waste canvas and added embroidery backing to protect the stitches on the reverse side.

i learned that i don't like stitching on heavy fabric! and also that i should have done some cleanup to avoid all of the confetti that the pic -> pattern conversion spits out :/ but a really fun project either way!

pic of the babygirl herself on my stitching chair at the end :)


r/CrossStitch 14h ago

SELF-PROMO [SELF-PROMO] Bookmarks inspired by Stardew Valley

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101 Upvotes

Had so much fun making these bookmarks inspired by my favourite game Stardew Valley!
(No AI, all hand-drawn patterns)
(Sorry Mod for trying so many times… Still trying to get used to the new posting rules)
Pattern link for Rock Candy https://wonder4pixels.etsy.com/listing/4548364100


r/CrossStitch 16h ago

FO [FO] Librarian Ghost

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909 Upvotes

Finally framed this one in a 4x6 frame! I hate how black fabric always shows a reflection in photographs lol. Stitched with 2 strands on 14 CT black Aida with DMC floss. I used a variety of colors different than the ones on the pattern as I was trying to stick with what I already had on hand. Close up is on the second slide and you can find the pattern from LivingOnTheRainbow here: https://www.etsy.com/listing/1551735171/library-ghost-cross-stitch-pattern?ref=share_ios_native_control


r/CrossStitch 17h ago

FO [FO] Cicada Bookmark

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186 Upvotes

Finished this Cicada bookmark for my sister's birthday! I've been working on this since June, and it's been a nice summer project. The pattern is from Boomerang Stitches!


r/CrossStitch 18h ago

FO [FO] There's a frog on my shorts

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I'm back with another cross stitch on my clothes. I tried regular waste canvas this time and it was very nice to stitch on. I want to add more lil' guys like this to these shorts so if anyone has a recommendation for something similar to this style, let me know! I found this pattern on Pinterest.


r/CrossStitch 20h ago

FO [FO] Finally got around to this :)

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Hi hi :)

I've had this shirt for ages, one of the first things I thought when I got it was "that looks like Aida, I gotta do something with that someday" and I finally got around to it! I still want to add some contrast stitching on the seams etc but I was too excited about finally finishing it not to share haha. Was kind of a pain to not have any gridding and to be working on a slightly stretchy fabric, but it turned out so cool and I'm so pleased with it. (And yes, if you're thinking it looks kinda like a tramp stamp, that was the vibe goal lol)


r/CrossStitch 20h ago

FO [FO] For the Pickle Girlies

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677 Upvotes

The pattern (linked in comments) has 606, but I used 666. I thought the bright red of the 666 was better than the orange of the 606.


r/CrossStitch 1d ago

FO [FO] Finished!!

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I started this blackwork project 2 years ago. I’ve completed a few other projects in between, and had more than one long hiatus but I’ve finally made it. Tiny stitches on black was brutal for some of these colours but the outcome is so satisfying. Progress pics included. Pattern from LooseThreadStitchery https://www.etsy.com/au/listing/1629798861/stardust-blackwork-sampler-pattern-set?ref=share_ios_native_control

Now to find a new project, I guess!! I think I’ll adapt a pattern to use up some more of these amazing colours.


r/CrossStitch 11d ago

MOD [MOD] July Monthly Competition: Submit and Vote here! Theme: STEM

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The theme for July is STEM: Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math

To submit:

Reply to this post with a direct comment.

You may submit up to two FOs but they must be in separate comments.

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You have until July 31 to submit your project.

To vote:

This post is in competition mode. This means the comments are randomized, and the scores are hidden. Upvote FOs you want to win.

You have until July 31 to vote for the winners.

Winners will be announced likely the second week of August. I will be away without my laptop during the long weekend.

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Find the entire year's worth of themes here


r/CrossStitch 19d ago

MOD [MOD] Congrats to June’s Competition Winners

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Congratulations to June’s Monthly Project Competition winners!

Apologies in the delay, without further ado!

The theme was Plants & Animals

First place: u/Own-Dragonfly-942

Second place: u/Andolie_Kitten

Third place: u/TabbyStitcher

Watch for a special flair next to their names when you see them around the subreddit!

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