The Cross Stitch Podcast

In this episode, I share 7 more things I wish I knew before I started cross stitching.

You can find all the links mentioned in today's episode here: https://hannahhandmakes.com/blogs/podcast/things-i-wish-i-knew-before-i-started-cross-stitching/

In this epsiode, I share some details about the brand new year-long Storybook Stitch Along.

You can find more details and join here: https://hannahhandmakes.lpages.co/storybook-stitch-along

In this episode, I share where to store your cross stitch supplies.

You can read the show notes and find the photos of my storage here: https://hannahhandmakes.com/blogs/podcast/where-to-store-your-cross-stitch-supplies/

In this episode, I share 5 spring rituals that you can apply to cross stitch and your other hobbies.

You can find all the links mentioned and the post for this episode here: https://hannahhandmakes.com/blogs/podcast/5-spring-rituals/

In this episode, I share some pros and cons of stitching small and large designs and when you might choose each.

You can find the show notes for today's episode here: https://hannahhandmakes.com/blogs/podcast/small-vs-large-cross-stitch-designs/

In this episode, I share 9 lessons I learnt when I set a 100-book goal in 2023.

You can get any links from today's episode and read the show notes here: https://hannahhandmakes.com/blogs/podcast/9-lessons-from-setting-a-100-book-goal/

In this episode I am sharing day 5 of the 10 minute cross stitch challenge: glimmers.

You can read the show notes/get links for today here: https://hannahhandmakes.com/blogs/podcast/10-minute-cross-stitch-challenge-day-5/

In this episode, I share day 4 of the 10 minute cross stitch challenge: organising your projects.

You can read the show notes for today's episode here: https://hannahhandmakes.com/blogs/podcast/10-minute-cross-stitch-challenge-day-4/

And join The Cross Stitch Club here: https://hannahhandmakes.lpages.co/the-cross-stitch-club

In this episode, I share day 3 of the 10 minute cross stitch challenge: routines vs going with the flow.

And join The Cross Stitch Club here: https://hannahhandmakes.lpages.co/the-cross-stitch-club

You can read the show notes for this episode here: https://hannahhandmakes.com/blogs/podcast/10-minute-cross-stitch-challenge-day-3/

In this episode, I share day 2 of the 10 minute cross stitch challenge; 1 project at a time vs many projects.

You can read the show notes and get any links for today's episode here: https://hannahhandmakes.com/blogs/podcast/cross-stitch-challenge-day-2/

And join the Cross Stitch Club here: https://hannahhandmakes.lpages.co/the-cross-stitch-club

In this episode, I am sharing day 1 of the 10 minute cross stitch challenge.; 10 minutes vs 5 stitches a day.

You can read the notes and grab any links from today's episode here: https://hannahhandmakes.com/blogs/podcast/cross-stitch-challenge-day-1/

If you like coming together for some timed stitching then you will love the cross stitch club as we do this many times a month. You can join here: https://hannahhandmakes.lpages.co/the-cross-stitch-club

In this episode, I am sharing books I have read and loved lately (September - December 2023).

You can find all the books I mentioned today here: https://hannahhandmakes.com/blogs/podcast/what-ive-been-reading-lately-december-2023/

In this episode, I am sharing hobbies I'm planning this Christmas season to help keep me calm and stress-free.

You can read the blog post for this episode here: https://hannahhandmakes.com/blogs/hobbies-im-planning-this-christmas-season/

You can shop the Black Friday Sale here: https://hannahhandmakes.lpages.co/black-friday-sale-2023

In this episode I am talking all things books with Gab and Louise from The Cross Stitch Club.

You can find a list of all the books we mentioned here: https://hannahhandmakes.com/blogs/book-chat-with-louise-and-gab/

In this episode, I am sharing 5 ways to stay stress free this season and make sure you are taking time for yourself and your hobbies.

You can read the blog post and get all the links mentioned below:

https://hannahhandmakes.com/blogs/stay-stress-free-this-season/

In this episode, I am sharing my tips on how to plan your Christmas projects to make sure no WIP gets left behind.

You can read the blog post here which also includes the link to download your free planning sheets: https://hannahhandmakes.com/blogs/plan-your-christmas-projects/

In this episode, I am chatting all about cross stitch software and when it might be time for you to invest in it (and when I don't recommend it).

You can read the full blog post for this episode here: https://hannahhandmakes.com/blogs/should-you-get-cross-stitch-software/

And get my PC Stitch Mini Course here: https://hannahhandmakes.lpages.co/pc-stitch-basics

Kawaii Cross Stitch Book* (affiliate link).

In this episode, I am sharing books I have read and loved lately (July-September 2023).

You can find all the books mentioned in this blog post: https://hannahhandmakes.com/blogs/podcast/reading-lately-october-2023/

In this episode, I am sharing how to plan Autumn hobbies and why you should.

You can read the blog post/notes for this episode here: https://hannahhandmakes.com/blogs/how-to-plan-autumn-hobbies/

In this episode, I am sharing 10 must-have craft supplies and tools for finishing your cross stitch projects off.

Read the blog post/see the photos here: https://hannahhandmakes.com/blogs/10-must-have-craft-supplies-tools-for-finishing/

You can join the House Flip SAL here: https://hannahhandmakes.lpages.co/house-flip-2023-stitch-along-small-page

In this post, I am sharing 10 reasons to use your local library. I speak about the library a lot on here, but I still don't think many people use their local library. I know a few people who read as much as I do, but they never think to go to the library. You might be missing out!

Read the full post here: https://hannahhandmakes.com/blogs/10-reasons-to-use-your-local-library/

You can peek at the design and join the SAL here: https://hannahhandmakes.lpages.co/woodland-wander-stitch-along-small-page

In this episode, I am sharing 10 finishing ideas for your cross stitch designs. I don't have tutorials for them all yet, but keep an eye on the blog for them coming soon. This is like my "to-do" list of things to try and make the rest of the year. 

You can view the photos and find links to anything I've spoken about today here: https://hannahhandmakes.com/blogs/podcast/10-finishing-ideas-for-cross-stitch-designs/

In this episode, I am sharing books I have read and loved lately (Spring/Summer 2023).

You can find links to all of the books here: https://hannahhandmakes.com/blogs/podcast/what-ive-been-reading-lately-july-2023/

In this episode, I am sharing reasons why you should stop feeling guilty for taking time for yourself and your hobbies and how you can make this happen.

You can find all the links for today's episode and the blog post here: https://hannahhandmakes.com/blogs/podcast/stop-feeling-guilty/

In this episode, I am sharing how to plan your Summer reading list and sharing some book lists with you at the end including my top 10 favourite Summer books (so far). 

You can find all the links and notes for today's episode here: https://hannahhandmakes.com/blogs/podcast/plan-you-summer-reading-list/

In this episode, I am sharing some tips on how to get/use accountability in cross stitch. 

Find the full post here: https://hannahhandmakes.com/blogs/podcast/accountability-in-cross-stitch/

In this episode, I am sharing some tips on how to organise your WIP projects.

You can find all the links and blog post for this episode here.

Join the Cross Stitch Club here.

Find all the links for the books I talk about here: https://hannahhandmakes.com/blogs/podcast/what-ive-been-reading-lately-may-2023/

Grab the links and your free PDF here: https://hannahhandmakes.com/blogs/100-days-of-cross-stitching-challenge/

In this episode, I am sharing some tips about what to do if you find yourself in a cross stitch rut. 

You can read the full blog post and get the links here: https://hannahhandmakes.com/blogs/podcast/cross-stitch-rut/

In this episode, I am sharing some ideas on planning a crafting retreat day that you could run this Spring with friends. 

You can read the full blog post here: https://hannahhandmakes.com/blogs/podcast/plan-a-crafting-retreat-day/

In this episode, I am sharing books I have read and loved lately.

Find all the books mentioned today here: https://hannahhandmakes.com/what-ive-been-reading-lately-january

In this podcast episode, I am sharing 3 random things that are helping me with my stitching right now, especially as we are in the Winter months. 

Listen to my new podcast Mind Your Soul today!

In this episode, I share why I wrote my brand new book Cross Stitch One Oh One: 101 things every stitcher needs to know about cross stitch.

You can buy my book here.

In this episode, I interview Emma from The Makers Marks and we talk all things needlepoint! 

You can check out Emma's website here and book here*. (Affiliate link, I may earn a small commission if you purchase through this link).

In this episode, I interview Louise from inside the Cross Stitch Club (which is currently open for new members to join!) and we talk all things cross stitch from starting stitching in lockdown 2020, how to fit stitching in and the guilt you can feel as a mum sometimes.

Follow Louise on Instagram @louiserebecca13

In this episode, I interview Laura from Cotton and Clay and we talk all things cross stitch from needleminders to finishing projects and the importance of having a hobby.

You can check out Laura's Etsy store here. 

In this episode, I am sharing books I have read and loved lately. 

You can find all the books I mentioned in today's episode here: https://hannahhandmakes.com/blogs/podcast/what-ive-been-reading-lately-s3e66/

In this episode, I am talking about how you might judge yourself when you sit down with your cross stitch and I want you to ask yourself if you're really relaxing when stitching?

You can read the full notes/blog post for this episode here.

In this episode, I am sharing some solutions to your biggest cross stitch struggles right now such as confidence, backstitching and stitching on black aida.

You can find the show notes and links mentioned in today's episode here: https://hannahhandmakes.com/blogs/podcast/your-biggest-cross-stitch-struggles-part-3/

You can join the Cross Stitch Club here.

You can read the show notes for this episode here.

You can sign up for the 10 minute cross stitch challenge here.

In this episode, I am sharing some solutions to your biggest cross stitch struggles right now. These struggles come from a recent Instagram post I did so if you ever want your question or struggle answered make sure you're following me over there. @hannahhandmakes 

Or you can just send it to hannah@hannahhandmakes.com with the subject line as "podcast question".

You can join the Bloom 22 SAL here.

And listen to the theme day's episode here.

Find the full blog post for today's episode here.

In this episode, I am answering some of your recent questions about cross stitch such as how to store supplies and tips on converting a photo to a pattern.

You can read the full blog post here: https://hannahhandmakes.com/blogs/podcast/cross-stitch-questions-feb22/

You can join the challenge here: https://hannahhandmakes.lpages.co/self-care-challenge-sign-up

You can see the colours, read more about the SAL and join all right here: https://hannahhandmakes.lpages.co/mind-and-soul

In this episode, I am sharing something I do every year; take a Christmas Self Care Day.

You can read the blog post here.

I also chat about my brand new programme - Moon Cycle Self Care which closes its doors tomorrow!

In this episode, I am sharing how I plan my week so that I can fit lots of hobbies in my week as well as all the other things that need to get done.

You can get the full show notes and links mentioned here.

In this episode, I am sharing 7 non-fiction audiobooks you can listen to when stitching.

You can read the blog post here.

In this episode, I am sharing 3 tips for stitching with DMC neon and glow in the dark thread.

You can read the blog post and get the links mentioned in the episode here.

In this episode, I am sharing 3 reasons it's important to have a hobby.

You can read the full show notes/blog post here.

In this episode, I am sharing 10 favourites of the year so far. These things range from cross stitch supplies (of course) to TV shows.

Read the show notes and grab the links I talk about today here: https://hannahhandmakes.com/blogs/podcast/favourites-of-2021-so-far/

You can read more about the SAL and join here.

In this episode, I share my opinions on the differences between hobbies, interests, exercise and work and why it's important to separate the 4 out.

Read the show notes/blog post here.

• Manifestation Babe Academy (16 week programme)
• Kathrin Zenkina's podcast episode on purpose

In this episode, I am chatting with Clare Albans from Hello Hooray blog about everything from book deals to picking colours for your project!

The Happy Stitch Project

DMC Colour Palette Guide

In this episode, I am sharing some tips on what to do with excess aida when stitching a large design and you have a lot of excess aida/evenweave hanging down around you.

You can read the full show notes here.

In this episode, I am explaining all of the different DMC threads for cross sitch that you can get and use.

You can read the full show notes and grab all the links mentioned here. 

In this episode, I am sharing some of the reasons I stopped selling cross stitch kits and what I'm doing instead - I'm so excited to share this with you!

You can view the planned stitch alongs of the year here: https://hannahhandmakes.lpages.co/stitchalong

The Cosy Cross Stitch Corner 2021 Mystery Cross Stitch Along (SAL) is coming and this time you are making a clock to hang up in your favourite place to stitch!

You can join this new SAL here.

In this episode, I am sharing 10 ideas for finished cross stitch pieces that you can sell. I am sharing unique and simple things you can make and sell, not just the standard hoop or sampler.

You can read the full show notes here: S3E44

In this episode, I am sharing 7 things I wish I knew before I started a business so that my journey could have been a little smoother and easier.

You can get the links for this episode here: https://hannahhandmakes.com/blogs/podcast/things-i-wish-i-knew-before-i-started-a-business/ 

In this episode, I am sharing 7 ways you can make money from cross stitch and you can apply this to any other craft hobbies you may have as well.

You can find the links mentioned in this episode here: https://hannahhandmakes.com/blogs/podcast/ways-to-make-money-from-cross-stitch/ 

In this episode, I am talking all about how I started a business (this one - Hannah Hand Makes) and why I wanted to start one in the first place.

You can read the full show notes here: https://hannahhandmakes.com/blogs/podcast/how-i-started-a-business/

In this episode, I am talking all about how to design cross stitch patterns with my guest Nicola from the Mindful Stitching Company.

You can read the show notes here: https://hannahhandmakes.com/blogs/podcast/how-to-design-cross-stitch-patterns/ 

In this episode, I am sharing some tips and opinions about copyright and cross stitch. This is big, but important topic and I only scratch the surface here, but hopefully, it helps and informs you.

You can get the links and transcript here: https://hannahhandmakes.com/blogs/podcast/copyright-and-cross-stitch/ 

As it is the week of Valentine's Day I am sharing 14 of the reasons that I love cross stitch!

You can read the full show notes here: https://hannahhandmakes.com/blogs/14-reasons-why-i-love-cross-stitch/ 

In this episode, I am sharing 12 tips for your daily well-being that you can incorporate into your everyday life.

You can find the links mentioned in the episode here: https://hannahhandmakes.com/blogs/podcast/tips-for-daily-well-being/ 

In this episode, I am sharing 2 lessons my kids taught me in 2020 about having a hobby for ourselves.

You can read the full blog post here: https://hannahhandmakes.com/blogs/podcast/lessons-about-having-a-hobby/

In this episode, I am sharing my updated cross stitch and reading routine and how I choose whether to cross stitch or read and fit them both into my days.

You can read the full blog post here which includes all the links to what I talk about today.

Today I am sharing the details all about my next stitch-a-long which starts in February but you can get early bird pricing this week only!

You can join the SAL here: https://hannahhandmakes.lpages.co/heart-of-the-home-sal

In this episode, I am sharing some tips on how you can find ways to make cross stitch a habit during your busy day. I am not telling you to stitch at X time for X amount of minutes every day. We all lead such different lives and so hopefully this episode just helps you find ways you can build a cross stitch habit into your unique life situation.

In this episode, I am asking the question when do you cross stitch? And sharing some answers that people shared in my Facebook group.

You can read the full post with the links mentioned here: https://hannahhandmakes.com/?p=4589

You can join the challenge here: https://hannahhandmakes.lpages.co/5-day-jumpstart 

In this episode, I am chatting with my sister all about our favourites of 2020; everything from our favourite beauty product to our favourite way to stay well throughout lockdown.

In this episode, I am sharing 5 finishing ideas for your Christmas cross stitch designs.

You can read the full blog post here: https://hannahhandmakes.com/blogs/podcast/finishing-ideas-for-christmas-cross-stitch/ 

In this post, I am going to share 10 fun and festive supplies for Christmas cross stitching. I love crafting over Christmas and of course, cross stitch is my favourite! These are the supplies that I always have out over Christmas.

You can read the full blog post/show notes here.