Julie's Cross Stitch Blog http://juliesxstitch.com/blog Julie/ Wed, 18 Nov 2009 16:26:21 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.7.1 en hourly 1 Make your own Cross Stitch patterns http://juliesxstitch.com/blog/?p=512 http://juliesxstitch.com/blog/?p=512#comments Wed, 18 Nov 2009 16:26:21 +0000 Julie http://juliesxstitch.com/blog/?p=512 Make Your Own Cross Stitch Design

If you like to draw then you can create your very own cross stitch designs. All you need is some graph paper, pencils, colored pencils, DMC color card, Kreinik Color Chart, and a Mill Hill Bead color chart.  For an even easier way to may your own patterns, try out a Transgraph Cross Stitch Kit.

Transgraph-X is the design-your-own counted needle art kit for creative customers who “just can’t find the right pattern.” The sturdy, clear plastic grid overlays help convert photos, drawings, or designs into counted needleart charts. Kit includes six graphs plotted 5, 11, 14, 18, 22, & 25 squares/inch; instructions. You will need a DMC color card to go with the Transgraph. Item number PRCOLCARD.

Draw your picture on your graph paper with pencil so you can easily erase mistakes.  The larger the picture you draw, the more detailed it will be and the more colors you can use.  You can stitch the picture on any count fabric that you want.  The larger the fabric count, the smaller the picture will be once stitched.

Color your picture in carefully with your colored pencils.  Consider which side of your picture the sun is on, and shade your picture accordingly.  When blending colors together, it is important to use tweeding.  That is the blending of two or more colors of floss.

Finally, you need to decide which floss colors you will use for your design.  This is where the DMC color card and Kreinik color chart come in handy.   They have samples of all of the different colors that Kreinik and DMC have available.   Use the Kreiniks for things like wings on fairies and angles, or edging on dresses.  Beads are great for things like flowers and berries on your picture or buttons.

Chose different symbols for the different colors of floss and beads to put on your graph to finish your chart.  Don’t forget to use outlining for different areas of your design, like to accent the facial features of your design.  Now you are ready to stitch your own design and see how it comes out.  Click here for some basic cross stitch instructions.

There are also computer programs that you can buy to create your own patterns.

Happy Stitching!!!

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Picture this Plus 14 count Aidas

]]> http://juliesxstitch.com/blog/?feed=rss2&p=510 Salem Cloth for cross stitch http://juliesxstitch.com/blog/?p=508 http://juliesxstitch.com/blog/?p=508#comments Sun, 08 Nov 2009 21:32:43 +0000 Julie http://juliesxstitch.com/blog/?p=508 Salem Cloth is made from a special blend of polyester and rayon yards.  Perfect for projects requiring soft, machine washable, soil and wrinkle resistant fabric.  It is a good alternative to Aida fabric.  Comes in a few neutral colors.


]]> http://juliesxstitch.com/blog/?feed=rss2&p=508 DMC Color Infusions Thread http://juliesxstitch.com/blog/?p=505 http://juliesxstitch.com/blog/?p=505#comments Thu, 05 Nov 2009 18:38:42 +0000 Julie http://juliesxstitch.com/blog/?p=505 DMC Color Infusions-DMC’s new Color Infusions line has 42 different threads that give your project vibrant color and texture, and dimensions to your cross stitch project.  There are 4 types of thread in the Color Infusions line.  Sparklers are blended metallic threads that give your project sparkle.  There are also silky threads which are a high luster rayon thread.  Cotton Cord is a fine-twisted over-dyed cotton thread with blended shades.  Memory thread is a soft fiber-wrapped copper wire that is easily shaped and tacked down to your needlework project with a single strand of matching thread.  Color Infusions are acid-free, fade resistant, and colorfast.  It is hand-wrapped on clear recyclable bobbins.


]]> http://juliesxstitch.com/blog/?feed=rss2&p=505 New January 2010 Issue of Cross Stitch & Needlwork Magazine http://juliesxstitch.com/blog/?p=502 http://juliesxstitch.com/blog/?p=502#comments Wed, 04 Nov 2009 23:51:32 +0000 Julie http://juliesxstitch.com/blog/?p=502 January 2010-Cross Stitch and Needlework Mag

EXPLORE THE NEW CROSS-STITCH & NEEDLEWORK MAGAZINE! From traditional designs to the newest in needlework, there’s something for every stitcher. Discover large full-color charts, great finishing ideas and complete instructions for cross-stitch, needlepoint, embroidery, Hardanger, and more. Learn from world-renowned teachers such as Jane Greenoff and be inspired by the designer profile in each issue. Happy Stitching!

]]> http://juliesxstitch.com/blog/?feed=rss2&p=502 New Christmas Tree 2009 (Mirabilia) http://juliesxstitch.com/blog/?p=500 http://juliesxstitch.com/blog/?p=500#comments Mon, 02 Nov 2009 19:23:29 +0000 Julie http://juliesxstitch.com/blog/?p=500 Mirabilia has just released their news Christmas Tree in her line of yearly Christmas Tree kits.  This one  is adorable.  I just love the colors.

MIR-KIT10-Christmas Tree 2009

The kit includes  Crescent Colours threads, Mill Hill Beads, Kreinik Braid, and graph.

Fabric suggestion is 32 count White Belfast Linen.

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COTTONCANDY,

4mm Assortment: 1 skein each of 10 colors, including: RV138, RV152, RV230, RV298, RV299, RV300, RV301, RV303, RV306, RV1541.

Fireball

4mm Assortment: 1 skein each of 10 colors, including: RV98, RV101, RV134, RV135, RV136, RV257, RV279, RV281, RV297, RV306.

Neon

4mm Assortment: 1 skein each of 10 solid colors, including: RV12, RV24, RV30, RV36, RV156, RV221, RV241, RV245, RV261, RV561.

]]> http://juliesxstitch.com/blog/?feed=rss2&p=498 New Cross Stitch pattern from Mystic Stitch http://juliesxstitch.com/blog/?p=496 http://juliesxstitch.com/blog/?p=496#comments Tue, 27 Oct 2009 20:18:07 +0000 Julie http://juliesxstitch.com/blog/?p=496 There are several new counted cross stitch patterns by Mystic Stitch.   Mystic Stitch patterns can be done on any count of white, antique white or black Aida.  The larger the count the better if you want to preserve the detail in the cross stitch pattern.

Hex of the Wicked Witch

Syoubu, Oriental

]]> http://juliesxstitch.com/blog/?feed=rss2&p=496 “Night Nymph” MD105 by Nora Corbett http://juliesxstitch.com/blog/?p=494 http://juliesxstitch.com/blog/?p=494#comments Sat, 24 Oct 2009 01:19:38 +0000 Julie http://juliesxstitch.com/blog/?p=494 “Night Nymph” MD105
by Nora Corbett

Release Date: October 15, 2009 Reminiscent of luxurious Art Nouveau jewelry, a woman emerges with butterfly wings from a chrysallis with a twinkling crystal star and enameled wings. Stitched on 32 count Star Sapphire Linen by Wichelt Imports. Stitched area is 9.06″ by 8.63″ with a stitch count of 145 x 138

Night Nymph Embellishment Pack

]]> http://juliesxstitch.com/blog/?feed=rss2&p=494 New Cross Stitch Pattern from Mirabilia http://juliesxstitch.com/blog/?p=492 http://juliesxstitch.com/blog/?p=492#comments Tue, 20 Oct 2009 16:17:33 +0000 Julie http://juliesxstitch.com/blog/?p=492 Day Nymph (MD104)

This is a gorgeous new counted cross stitch pattern from Nora Corbett.  There is also an embellishment pack that comes with all the beads, treasures and floss by Valdini.

Release Date: October 15, 2009 This piece combines the mesmerizing artistry of jewelry with the symbolism of a woman emerging, strong and resilient. She is floating with painted wings and a faceted crystal heart. Stitched on 32 count Star Sapphire Linen by Wichelt Imports.

Stitched area is 9.38″ by 8.81″ with a stitch count of 150 x 141.

Day Nymph Embellishment Pack

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