What's the first thing I do when I find a new cross stitch project to begin? I wind my floss onto bobbins. If I don't I feel dread when I'm working on the project because I know I will have to stop to wind my bobbins. As a ritual to stave off the dread, I… Continue reading Cross Stitch Starter: Reel 1
Author: Mellissa Black
I'm a mom of 2, PhD in 18th Century Literature, and a crocheter of over 30 years.
Free Pattern for Cross Stitch Beginners
Get a free pattern to help you learn how to cross stitch. This is a part of the Mell Makes Cross Stitch Starter tutorial series for beginners.
Cross Stitch Starter ProTip 1
Here's a protip for cross stitch. To protect your edges from fraying as you work, bind the edges of your aida with masking tape. It will give you extra stability and keep your project pristine!
Cross Stitch Starter 2
This is the second lesson in the learn to cross stitch series. Last time, we learned about all the materials that you need to gather to begin. Today, we will learn how to find the center of your aida fabric and get it on your hoop. If you haven't, wash your hands. This is the… Continue reading Cross Stitch Starter 2
Cross Stitch Basics 1
After I posted the RunBTS Ep. 33 cross stitch pattern, I had many asking for help to learn to cross stitch. Cross stitch is a great craft because it is relatively cheap and easy to learn. You just have to have patience to stab something hundreds if not thousands of times. This series of posts… Continue reading Cross Stitch Basics 1
Been Awhile…
I had to take a break from the blog and from crafting for a bit. Trust me, it was for a good reason. I had to finish my dissertation. I finished in December and graduated with my PhD in 18th Century Brit Lit! Hooray. I spent a lot of days and nights working and reading… Continue reading Been Awhile…
Art Face Doll Step 2
The Art Face Doll Step 2 Tutorial is now up on YouTube. Please head on over there, subscribe to the channel and like the video. I will keep posting new things to that channel each week. Hopefully, I will keep getting faster and better at it! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YLX0F2UNATE
New YouTube Series
I've started the YouTube Mell Makes Crochet Easy Series. The first video is up! Beginners will love these short videos that guide you through the basics of crochet. If you liked my Instagram learn series, you will love these more! Make sure you subscribe and hit the bell for notifications! https://youtu.be/SKyPRVxuzm0
Learn to Crochet an Amigurumi Whale: Lesson 6
Wow! How are we already on Lesson 6? This series has gone by really quickly. Today, we will add the finishing touches to our whale! Remember that bow you crocheted at the beginning? You will now attach it to your whale's head. This is the step where you can customize the base whale and really… Continue reading Learn to Crochet an Amigurumi Whale: Lesson 6
Art Face Doll Tutorial 1
Welcome to Step 1 of the Art Face Doll tutorial! I will go over a list of materials and notes for this Step. Then, we will begin crocheting in Step 2! List of Materials Schedule This is a guide to all the steps. Video and blog steps will drop every 1 to 2 weeks. Some… Continue reading Art Face Doll Tutorial 1
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