Design & lettering guides
Practical design & lettering articles with worked examples and links to tools you can use in your project.
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Design & lettering · 8 MIN READ
How to Make Your Own Cross Stitch Chart
Designing on a grid makes every choice concrete. Begin with a simple silhouette and a small palette, then check the chart one stitch at a time.…
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Design & lettering · 8 MIN READ
How to Stitch Letters and Names
Lettering succeeds when the whole word is readable. Spacing, baseline and surrounding space often matter as much as the design of each individual lett…
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Design & lettering · 8 MIN READ
Cross Stitch Alphabet Patterns for Names and Gifts
Personalized lettering starts with the recipient’s name as they write it. Confirm spelling, accents and layout before turning the text into stitches.…
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