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An interview with… Suzana Lima

We caught up with cross stitch author Suzana Lima to chat with her about stitching in Brazil, writing cross stitch books and the importance of tidy backs!

How popular is cross stitch in your home country of Brazil?

In my country, much as it is here, cross stitch is an extremely widespread and appreciated craft. But I realised when I arrived here in the UK, cross stitch embroidery is treated as a hobby here, while in Brazil it is regarded as a source of income for women from low-income families, enabling them to improve their budget while they are at home with their

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