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FINALLY, a How-To about one of my favorite tools, Stitchery Tape! This is what makes your finished work lie perfectly flat forever. This transparent double coated adhesive tape is specifically designed for mounting stretched needlework to art boards, foam core, etc. (we sell 5x7" foam core boards if you need some.) Clear adhesive will not bleed through or damage fabrics. Acid free, archival quality. Safe for delicate fabrics. Roll is 1½" wide. Available in two lengths: 60 feet and 180 feet. Now, some HOT TIPS*: * Store your Stitchery Tape in a plastic bag when not in use. I dug...

Style Yourself Vintage did a really fantastic blog post about what's in our kits and how to tackle your first time cross stitching. It's so thorough with lots of photos -- better than I could do! I've added it to our How-To page so you can always access or share it if you forget where it is. It's just the best explanation I've ever seen. Thanks, Harrie!! (photo from Style Yourself Vintage)

Someday I'm going to make a video about how to use Stitchery Tape, but until then here's a handy graphic!

I'm slowly beefing up the free font section on the How-To page -- here's a new one for you!