Jump Into Cross Stitch: For Beginners; 6 Happy Projects; From First Stitch to Finishing
By Sally Wilson
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Bright and cheery cross stitch designs for beginners
Cross another craft off your bucket list with this comprehensive guide to cross stitch! Learn everything you need to know to get started, then dive into 6 fun projects to practice your new skills. Popular cross stitch designer Sally Wilson will inspire you with creative motifs and handmade gifts you'll want to display everywhere around the house. Get tips and tricks, learn to hoop your fabric like a pro, and explore a variety of finishing options. With recommendations for the best in thread, needles, notions, and helpful tools, you'll quickly be on your way to cross stitch bliss!
- Relax and unwind with cross stitch—the perfect craft to express your creativity
- Learn the basic skills you'll need to get started in this no-fuss instructional guide
- Great for gifts and home decor! Practice your new skills with 6 modern projects
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Jump Into Cross Stitch - Sally Wilson
Publisher: Amy Barrett-Daffin
Creative Director: Gailen Runge
Acquisitions Editor: Roxane Cerda
Managing Editor: Liz Aneloski
Editor: Kathryn Patterson
Technical Editor: Debbie Rodgers
Cover/Book Designer: April Mostek
Production Coordinator: Tim Manibusan
Illustrators: Sally Wilson and Tim Manibusan
Photography Coordinator: Lauren Herberg
Photography Assistant: Gabriel Martinez
Cover and lifestyle photography by Stacy Grant; instructional photography by Lawrence Harrison
Published by C&T Publishing, Inc., P.O. Box 1456, Lafayette, CA 94549
Dedication
For my husband Tim for helping me launch and grow Caterpillar Cross Stitch in a million little ways and always encouraging me no matter the challenge. For my children Felicity and Hugo, may you grow up to find your own passion and have the confidence to share it with the world.
Acknowledgments
A huge thank you to Roxane and Liz at C&T Publishing for putting their faith in me and for the support and guidance from across the pond. Thanks to the talented wider team for the layouts, design, and editing. Thanks to the sample stitchers—Emily Lingard, Sasha Cole, Nicola