Cross-stitching is a pastime that many people find satisfying and beneficial for its calming and imaginative attributes, and the end result can noticeably improve any room’s aesthetic. Nevertheless, ...

Cross stitching is a craft that has stood the test of time and for good reason. It's a relaxing and rewarding hobby that allows you to create beautiful pieces of art with just a needle, thread, and ...

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Prairie Rose Needleworks in downtown Ames features a wall of embroidery floss that seems to contain every color of the rainbow. Owner Amanda Zagloba opened the bright, cheery shop in 2024, offering a ...

In 2003, Julie Jackson stopped by a craft store to buy a really ornate cross-stitch sampler — the kind with a guide to stitching the alphabet so it could be personalized as a wedding gift — as a kind ...

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Prairie Rose Needleworks, a craft supply store in Ames, offers various materials and classes for traditional and modern stitching techniques. Zagloba prioritizes sourcing from domestic and ...