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What is a Stitching Social? Everything You Need to Know!
If you're looking for an easy way to meet like-minded people and make new friends, our Stitching Social events are for you! WHAT IS A STITCHING SOCIAL? Our biggest achievement is the wonderful cross...
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How to Get Your Cross Stitch Threads Organised Like a Pro
Are your cross stitch threads a bit of a mess? Are they kept in a box that you have to rummage through endlessly to find what you need for your next project? Look no further! Here are a few clever ways...
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Summer Cross Stitch Camp for Children!
Keep your children busy this summer with our free, online Cross Stitch Summer Camp! FREE SUMMER ONLINE CRAFTS FOR KIDS Cross stitch is more than just heaps of fun, it also has so many wonderful health...
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Jump Into Cross Stitch Book - 6 New Patterns!
Jump into cross stitch with Sally Wilson's book for beginners! Cross another craft off your bucket list and indulge with Sally's book, which guides you through 6 beginner-friendly designs, tips,...
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Autumn and Halloween - Top Craft Activities and Ideas
AUTUMN IS HERE It's officially the season of pumpkins, crunchy leaves and cosy jumpers! I absolutely adore this time of year - the darker evenings and gloomier weather are the perfect excuse to stay...
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2024 All-Star Stitchers Membership!
The 2024 All-Star Stitchers membership is the ultimate treat for any cross stitch lover! Be a part of an elite cross stitch club, save time and money, and gain access to lots of exciting members-only...
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Cross Stitching into 2024 Round Up┃Thank You!
GRATITUDE TO THE CATERPILLAR COMMUNITY! As we bid farewell to 2023, I want to take a moment to pause, reflect, and express my thanks for the incredible journey we've shared throughout this busy year....
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Introducing the 2024 Advent Calendar Box!
We're kicking off the Christmas magic early! The ultimate cross stitch Advent calendar is available to pre-order now. It might seem to soon to be ordering an Advent calendar, but heaps of thought,...
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Meet our Stitching Social Hosts!
If you're looking for an easy way to meet like-minded people and learn some new stitching tricks, our Stitching Social events are for you! Our wonderful hosts create a fun and friendly environment for...
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How to Improve Well-Being with Crafts | Love it Stitch it
Designing, crafting and being creative has proven successful for positive mental health. Famous artist, Louise Bourgeois, explains how the impact from her art and design has improved her mental health...
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Craft for Cats - Caterpillar Cross Stitch x Cats Protection!
Get crafty and help raise money for stray or unwanted cats and kittens! ABOUT CATS PROTECTION Cats Protection is the UK's largest cat charity. They rescue an estimated 157,000 stray and unwanted cats...
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Holly Jolly Kitchen Stitch-a-Long 2024 - the Details!
Cook up a storm with our brand NEW Holly Jolly Kitchen Christmas stitch-a-long! Aprons at the ready, it’s time to get baking with our 6-part stitch-a-long, revealing a beautiful design full of tasty...
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Caterpillar Club Box 22 - Home and Heart
Caterpillar Club Box 22 is here! Created by the talented Kenzie Elston (Snippets of Whimsy), this typography-themed cross stitch is sure to fill your heart with joy and provide a beautiful decoration...
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The Positive Effects of Cross Stitching for Those With ADHD
The positive effects crafting can have on mental well-being is undeniable. This also holds true for neurodivergence, specifically ADHD. For neurodiverse people, crafts can offer amazing benefits, from...
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How to Organise Your Cross Stitch Threads Like a Pro
Are your cross stitch threads spread out everywhere and a little bit messy? Are they kept in a box that you have to rummage through endlessly to find what you need for your next project? If so, then...
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4 Creative Uses for Leftover Threads
So, you’ve come to the end of your cross stitch project and you’re now left with all the small snippets of thread after tucking in the ends… surely we can get creative with these? Here are some...
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8 Crafty Stocking Filler Ideas
The days are getting shorter and Christmas is getting nearer, that means it’s time to start thinking of gift ideas! We have a huge range of incredible products that would be a great stocking filler for...
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Pros and Cons of Cross Stitching in Hand, with a Hoop or Frame!
You might be thinking whether it’s best to cross stitch using a hoop or frame, or maybe there’s an even quicker way out there? This week we’re going to talk you through the differences between each...
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How to Create a Cross Stitched Christmas Card in 7 Easy Steps!
Feeling inspired to make an extra special Christmas card this festive season? In this week's blog post, we’re going to share how you can create a cross stitched Christmas card! It’s super simple and...
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How to Travel with Cross Stitch
It’s a year filled with exciting opportunities and adventures, you might even have a holiday planned! Travelling by plane can sometimes be a stressful and tiring experience, so why not take your cross...
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The 2022 Cross Stitch Picnic Party!
We always wanted to host a large scale 'real-life' event and had planned the NEC or other large hotel or convention centre but we thought we'd start off with a manageable size! So, this July of 2022 we...
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Embroidery vs Cross Stitch - What are the Differences?
If you’re someone who is naturally creative and fairly new to the world of needlework, you might be wondering whether to start with embroidery or cross stitch? Or you may already enjoy embroidery and...
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How to Make your Cross Stitch Extra Special with Embellishments!
Want to learn how to give your cross stitch a truly special finish? In this week's blog post, you'll discover how to make your cross stitch unique by adding embellishments. There are so many wonderful...
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Cross Stitching into 2023 Round Up | Thank You!
As 2022 draws to a close, I wanted to take the opportunity to reflect on the past exciting year and to acknowledge each step on our journey and thank so many of you who have made such a difference this...
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Introducing the 2023 Cross Stitch Advent Calendar Box!
Get ready for the excitement of Christmas at your fingertips! After the success of last year's Advent box, we are super excited to announce that we are opening pre-order for the 2023 Advent calendar on...
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New Year, New Hobby: Discover the Joy of Cross Stitching
Self-care is in this year! And what better way to look after yourself than learning (or making more time for!) a fun, creative hobby that benefits the mind? WHAT'S THE POINT OF CROSS STITCH? The...
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Stamped Cross Stitch vs Counted Cross Stitch: The Complete Guide
When it comes to cross stitch, there are just two types you will come across: stamped cross stitch and counted cross stitch. The two have similar outputs, but the process will differ in some ways. It...
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The Incredible History of Cross Stitch
Being crafters, we're constantly searching for the next project to satisfy our creative needs. But have you ever stopped and wondered when and how the craft we all love so much began? WHO INVENTED...
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The Coronation of King Charles - Top Craft Activities and Ideas
WHEN IS KING CHARLES III CORONATION? King Charles ascended to the throne on 8th September 2022, the day of the Queen's death, and was proclaimed King two days later on September 10th, making him the...
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Easy DIY Halloween Decorations & Crafts!
It’s that time of year again... the evenings are getting longer, the air is crisp, and it’s officially sweater season. As we start spending more time indoors, there’s no better way to embrace the...
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