Welcome back to our Learning How to Cross Stitch series! So far we've learned what supplies we need, and how to prepare our fabric. Now it's time for part 3 where you finally begin stitching.

In today’s tutorial you’ll learn how to complete a back stitch. A back stitch in cross stitch is a series of straight lines typically used as a way to outline a pattern. It is also a great method for stitching letters and numbers. It’s the perfect companion to the cross stitch and it’s a must-know...

Second in importance only to the cross stitch, the backstitch enhances and defines areas that have already been cross stitched. Learn how with these easy illustrations.

Learn how to easily create curves in your cross-stitch design with a few simple steps.

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After what seems like ages I have picked up some cross stitch and it feels so good to be stitching again! The trigger that got me started again was that my absolute favourite cross stitch designers…

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The backstitch is an easy stitch that you'll find in many cross stitch patterns. Learn how to backstitch with this beginner tutorial!