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Cross-Stitch News: January 2026
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New Cross-Stitch SALs for 2026 (Mystery Stitch-Alongs + More)
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What Is a Cross-Stitch Stitch-Along (SAL)? How It Works + How to Join
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In Memoriam: Sage of Night Spirit Studio
With sorrow and gratitude we remember Sage Spirit of Night Spirit Studio, who passed on October 22 after a valiant battle with breast cancer. For more than two decades Sage filled the cross-stitch world with gothic beauty—Victorian mourning samplers, occult motifs, skeletons, frogs in mourning—each pattern a whisper of myth, history and craft. Her designs…
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Introducing: Your First Stitch — A Beginner’s Guide to Cross-Stitch
Here at Frogging News, I put together a beginner-friendly series called Your First Stitch to help new stitchers get started with confidence. What Your First Stitch Is All About Cross-stitch is a beautiful, relaxing craft — but it can also feel a little overwhelming when you’re first getting started. What kind of fabric do you…
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Welcome to the World of Cross-Stitch: Your Next Steps as a Stitcher
Congratulations, Stitcher — you did it! If you’ve been following along with our Your First Stitches series here on Frogging News, you’ve learned the essentials: how to choose your first pattern, pick your tools, read a chart, fix common mistakes, and even finish your very first piece. That’s a huge accomplishment — one that officially…
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Recap: Your First Cross-Stitch Project Start to Finish
You’ve learned the basics — chosen your pattern, gathered your tools, and figured out how to read a chart. Now comes the exciting part: actually stitching your first project! Whether it’s a tiny floral design or a cute quote for your wall, this guide will take you step by step through starting (and finishing!) your…
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How to Read a Cross-Stitch Pattern Without Getting Lost
If you’ve ever opened a cross-stitch chart and thought, “Wait… what is all this?”, you’re not alone! Cross-stitch patterns can look like a maze of symbols, numbers, and mysterious color codes — but once you know what you’re looking at, they make perfect sense. Whether your first chart comes from Etsy, a magazine, or a…
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Common Cross-Stitch Problems (and How to Fix Them Before You Frog)
Every stitcher — beginner or seasoned — has been there: you’re cruising along, feeling proud of your progress, when suddenly… something looks off. Maybe a row doesn’t line up, or your floss frays into fuzzy chaos. Cue the groan and the unpicking (aka “frogging”). But don’t worry — mistakes are part of the process, and…
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Cross-Stitch Tools & Accessories You’ll Actually Use (and What You Can Skip)
If you’ve ever wandered down the cross-stitch aisle (or scrolled through Etsy or Amazon), you know how overwhelming the tools and gadgets can be. There’s a hoop for every hand, scissors shaped like storks, fancy lights, and more needle minders than anyone could ever actually need. But here’s the truth: you don’t need a giant…
