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October 18, 2025
My 2025 Fall Cross Stitch Recap from Fat Quarter Shop's Jolly Jabber

Fall may be a busy season, but I was able to carve out plenty of time to get stitchy. I’m thrilled to share all of my newest makes with you in this Fall cross stitch recap!

Below are all of my Fall cross stitch projects I’ve been working on. Between the patriotic Flea Market Flowers recolor, Stitching with the Housewives Good Old Days, and even more, I’ve been stitching up a storm!

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July 19, 2025
My 2025 Summer Cross Stitch Recap from Fat Quarter Shop's Jolly Jabber

Summer is always a busy season with travel and celebrations, and I’ve been keeping busy with my stitching too. I’m thrilled to share all of my newest makes with you in this summer cross stitch recap!

Below are all of my Summer cross stitch projects I’ve been working on. Between Red, White, & June, Stitching with the Housewives Good Old Days, and even more, I’ve been a busy bee!

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June 21, 2025
Our Top 5 Cross Stitch Finishing Tutorials from Fat Quarter Shop's Jolly Jabber

Stitch along with us as we revisit five of our favorite cross stitch finishing tutorials, all in one bingeable compilation video! So, grab a project and your favorite thing to fill your Limited Edition Fat Quarter Shop 40oz Quilty Mug with, and join us for nearly two hours of stitchy fun. Keep reading to find links to all of the original video tutorials and supply lists for each finishing.

Top 5 Cross Stitch Finishing Tutorials

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May 13, 2025
Red, White & June Stitch Along with Kimberly from Fat Quarter Shop's Jolly Jabber

Pour yourself a glass of iced tea, find a spot in the shade, and get ready to stitch your way into summer with our Red, White, & June Stitch Along! When the cicadas start to sing, we start thinking about all the patriotic designs we might make for the Fourth of July, and this year, Kimberly has two red, white, and blue projects at the top of her list. Plus, we’ve included a roundup of patriotic patterns to get you inspired to start stitching!

Kimberly’s Red, White & June Projects

Patriotic Flea Market Flowers

Lori Holt has recolored her Flea ...

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April 19, 2025
My 2025 Spring Cross Stitch Recap from Fat Quarter Shop's Jolly Jabber

These recent weeks have been full of inspiration with Spring rolling in. There’s a lot of stitched finishes because I’ve made stitching my priority, but I’m thrilled to share my newest makes with you!

Below are all of my Spring cross stitch projects I’ve been working on. Between Be Mine 2025, Stitching with the Housewives Blooming Roots, and even more I’ve been a busy bee!

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April 10, 2025
Two New Simply Stamps Patterns: Quilt Forever & Stitch Forever from Fat Quarter Shop's Jolly Jabber

Two new additions to the Simply Stamps Series are here, and they have us thinking about the fiber crafts we could do forever! The Quilt Forever and Stitch Forever Simply Stamps showcase tools that quilters and stitchers can’t live without, and we can’t wait for you to stitch these up and love them forever and always!

Whether your spare time is filled with quilting, stitching, or both, these Simply Stamp designs will remind friends and family that your idea of a good time looks a little something like this! The Stitch Forever pattern features fun floss drops, a ...

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March 19, 2025
Where should I purchase DMC Floss? Fat Quarter Shop of course! from Fat Quarter Shop's Jolly Jabber

With hundreds of floss colors in stock every day, Fat Quarter Shop is the place to go for DMC Floss! We always have a cross stitch project (or two, or three) on our needles, and DMC Floss finds its way into our project bags all the time. Whether you’re a cross-stitcher like us, an embroidery stitcher, or any other strand of thread-head, you can find the DMC Floss you need at the right price every time when you shop with us!

Check Out the Cross Stitch Thread Packs and ...

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January 30, 2025
My 2024 Winter Cross Stitch Recap from Fat Quarter Shop's Jolly Jabber

Winter was another busy season with quite a few new cross stitch projects to stitch up! With games, practice, the holidays, and travel filling up my calendar, I had time to tackle some great makes this season, and I’m excited to share all of my finished pieces with you!

The Cross Stitch Journal in aqua with pink and aqua thread, a pen, and a pink roll of washi tape styled around it.

Below are all of my Winter cross stitch projects I’ve been working on. Between Square Dance, Stitching with the Housewives Monthly Weigh Ins, and a host of Holiday stitches, I’ve been stitching up a storm!

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January 22, 2025
It’s time for the 2025 Be Mine Stitch Along! from Fat Quarter Shop's Jolly Jabber

Love is in the air with our 2025 Be Mine Stitch Along! Be Mine is our Valentine’s Day themed event for stitching your favorite love-themed patterns along with me in the month of February. I’ve collected what I’m stitching all month long and can’t wait to see what you’re all going to make. Everything starts in February for this heart-filled stitch along! Also, be sure to read to the end so you can get all the details about an exciting Valentine-themed deal I have to share with you!

Kimberly’s Be Mine Projects

Here’s ...

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October 19, 2024
My 2024 Fall Cross Stitch Recap from Fat Quarter Shop's Jolly Jabber

Fall seems to have finally decided to roll into Texas this week, so what better time is there to round up my Fall stitching? With games, practices, appointments, and travel filling up my calendar, I had time to tackle some great makes these past three months, and I’m excited to share all of my finished pieces with you!

The Cross Stitch Journal in aqua with pink and aqua thread, a pen, and a pink roll of washi tape styled around it.

Below are all of my Fall cross stitch projects I’ve been working on. Between Square Dance, Stitching with the Housewives Monthly Weigh Ins, and a host of Holiday stitches, I’ve been stitching up a storm!

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August 29, 2024
Will You Be Joining Us For Spooky September?! from Fat Quarter Shop's Jolly Jabber

Stitchy Staffers Denise and Cheryl are stitching all throughout September and sharing their spookiest stitches with you on Flosstube and social media. Keep reading for some spooky inspiration and to learn how to join in the fun!

In this Livestream, Kimberly walks you through all of the spooky inspiration you could ever need for Spooky September. Not only will you get to see all of the cross stitch goodies from Halloween Memories, but you can also get a peek at the finished pieces and works in progress from our Stitchy Staffers!

Spooky September Inspiration

Spooky Forever Simply Stamps

Our Spooky ...

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August 17, 2024
My 2024 Summer Cross Stitch Recap from Fat Quarter Shop's Jolly Jabber

Summer always feels like a busy season, and I’ve certainly been keeping my hands busy with a ton of cute stitching. During all of the games, appointments, and practices I’ve been at, I’ve made great progress on my stitching, and I’m excited to share all of my finished pieces with you!

The Cross Stitch Journal in aqua with pink and aqua thread, a pen, and a pink roll of washi tape styled around it.
Graphic for Kimberly's Quarterly Cross Stitch Recap, Summer 2024 in shades of red and grey

Below are all of my Summer cross stitch projects I’ve been working on. Between Square Dance, Stitching with the Housewives Monthly Weigh Ins, and more, I’ve been stitching up a storm!

"April" visual divider

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July 4, 2024
Patriotic Cross Stitch Patterns from Fat Quarter Shop's Jolly Jabber

The Fourth of July is here! It’s time for grilling out, fireworks, and a dash of star-spangled cross stitch designs. When it comes to cross stitch, there are so many fun patriotic designs to choose from, and most of them require just a few colors. Plus, if you stay to end we have a sale for you!

Do you have red, white and blue? Then you’re ready to go! We’ve gathered several patriotic patterns to stitch. Scroll on to see some of the patriotic designs!

1. American Spirit

Does your heart ring true for the red, white ...

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June 20, 2024
Learn to Cross Stitch: How to Finish Cross Stitch from Fat Quarter Shop's Jolly Jabber

Congratulations, stitchers! You’ve threaded your way through our Learn to Cross Stitch Series, and now it’s time to put the finishing touches on your beautiful creations. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or a beginner looking to add that perfect final touch, we’ve got you covered. In this post, we’ll share several methods for finishing your cross stitch projects, from basic framing to creative embellishments. Let’s dive in and bring those masterpieces to life!

Today’s Cross Stitch Topics

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June 4, 2024
Learn to Cross Stitch: Your Frequently Asked Questions from Fat Quarter Shop's Jolly Jabber

Welcome back to our Learn to Cross Stitch series, where we’re sharing all you need to know to start cross stitching! In this chapter, we’re diving into the most asked questions from beginners and questions you’ve asked us throughout the series so far. Feel free to navigate our menu below for easy access to whichever questions you have!

Today’s Cross Stitch Topics

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May 16, 2024
Learn to Cross Stitch: Start Stitching from Fat Quarter Shop's Jolly Jabber

Explore stitching basics, where every thread weaves a tale of creativity! This chapter of our ongoing How to Cross Stitch Series will cover stitching basics. From the iconic cross stitch itself to a range of stitch types, this guide is your key to unlocking the world of cross stitching. Feel free to navigate our menu below for easy access to each section.

Basic Stitching for Beginners

At the heart of ...

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May 7, 2024
Learn to Cross Stitch: All About Hoops from Fat Quarter Shop's Jolly Jabber

Cross stitch is more than cloth and floss! In this installment of our How to Cross Stitch series, we’re diving into the world of hoops. As always, you can use the menu below to jump to any section quickly.

Do You Need a Hoop?

For beginners, the question of whether they need a hoop often arises. Hoops, also known as embroidery hoops and needlework hoops, those circular frames made of wood or ...

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April 27, 2024
My 2024 Spring Cross Stitch Recap from Fat Quarter Shop's Jolly Jabber

These recent weeks have been full of inspiration with Spring rolling in. There’s a lot of stitched finishes because I’ve made stitching my priority, but I’m thrilled to share my newest makes with you!

Below are all of my Spring cross stitch projects I’ve been working on. Between Be Mine 2024, Stitching with the Housewives Monthly Weigh Ins, and even more I’ve been a busy bee!

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April 18, 2024
Learn to Cross Stitch: How to Choose the Right Cross Stitch Cloth from Fat Quarter Shop's Jolly Jabber

Cross stitch cloth comes in a variety of colors, counts, and materials! In this next installment of our Learn to Cross Stitch Series we’re sharing how to choose the right cross stitch cloth. The cloth is for stitchers what a canvas is for painters. It’s the base of your masterpiece and you want to make sure you get the right one to set yourself up for success, so today we’re here to help!

Today we’re moving on from discussing floss to sharing everything you need to know about cross stitch fabric or cloth, and you can ...

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April 2, 2024
Learn to Cross Stitch: Beginners Guide to Cross Stitch Floss & Needles from Fat Quarter Shop's Jolly Jabber

We’re back with another guide for cross stitch beginners. If you don’t already know, we’re sharing a Learn to Cross Stitch Series with releases twice a month sharing everything from floss to finishing. We’re guiding you through the basics of this timeless and traditional art!

In the second installment of our Learn to Cross Stitch series, we’re continuing where we left off from the first post (which you can go back and read if you missed it) with a Beginners Guide to Cross Stitch Floss & Needles.

Today’s Cross Stitch Topics

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