Cross Stitch Patterns and Needlework Supplies

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The best way to buy counted cross stitch, needlework, and stitchery is to shop at your local needlework store. They love stitching as much as you do, and they are there to help you.

 All the products that you will find here are available to your favorite store from Yarn Tree. It is impossible for a store to stock everything, but if they do not have what you want in stock, most stores will be happy to special order it for you (make a note of our item number for easy ordering). If you do not have a needlework store in your area feel free to contact us directly at 1-800-247-3952 or e-mail us at info@yarntree.com  Be sure to check out our list of needlework stores. All prices shown are suggested retail in U.S. dollars; actual prices may vary by location. If you live outside the U.S. here is an easy to use currency converter.  For wholesale information call 1-800-247-3952.

International Customers. We want your business! All of the items on this web site are available to your store at wholesale prices. The weak US dollar makes importing more profitable. We are happy to help you estimate shipping costs.

 NEW  Zweigart Fabric Section. Choosing the perfect fabric can be intimidating-- there is just so much to choose from! We are starting a new section with more information on Zweigart fabrics.

 NEW  Sign up for our newsletter and receive a free cross stitch ebook.

 Popular  Try our cross stitch calculator. Tells stitched size, and suggests fabric size, needle, and number of strands of floss. Add to your site.

NEW Dohler Towels

Learn To Cross Stitch!

If you are not a cross stitcher yet, start here. Counted Cross Stitch is fun and easy. But watch out, cross stitch can be addictive! Learn to cross stitch yourself or teach a friend!

 Popular  Free Beginner Chart & Instructions.  Instructions are also available in .pdf format. The .pdf format page is great for classes!

 Popular  Learn To Cross Stitch In 5 Minutes (VIDEO)

 NEW  Mini Lessons. How to do quarter and half stitches.

 NEW  Send for a FREE Learn To Cross Stitch Kit. Send an addressed stamped envelope to Yarn Tree, PO Box 724, Ames, IA 50010. The kit contains the Beginner Chart & Instruction shown above, fabric, floss, and needle. Send one to a friend who might like to learn cross stitch! If you are sending to a friend, please include a short note in the addressed stamped envelope letting your friend will know that you requested the kit for them.

Feel free to use anything on this site on your web page, in your store, or for classes.

Cross Stitch Catalog

Online Catalog is a shopping cart style catalog. This has both cross stitch patterns as well as products. Stores may order online! It is fast and easy. Simply create a login and password to start your online account. Prices shown are suggested retail; your wholesale discount will be applied when we process your order. Previous payment terms will apply.

2007 Product Catalog is a .pdf version of our printed wholesale cross stitch supply catalog. The prices shown are suggested retail. See the New Products section below.

NEW Pattern Books August, September, October, November, December, January '08, February '08, March '08, April '08, May '08, June '08, July' 08, Aug '08

New Products. Items added since the 2007 Product Catalog shown in .pdf format.

• Page 1. Zweigart Fabrics (3 pages): Aida 14, Star Cluster Aida 14, Belfast Linen, Butterfly Afghan, Cashel Linen, Edinborough Linen, Jazlyn, Jubilee, Love Afghan, Lugana 28, Lugana 32, Mono 18ct Canvas, Opal Anne Cloth, and Pearl Linen 32.
• Page 2. Charles Craft Products (4 pages): Aberdeen Hand Towels, Aida 14, Aida 16, Aprons, Bible Slip Cover, Bibs, Bright Ideas Shoulder Bags and Bookmarks, Burp Towel and Bath Mitt Set, Carolina Linen, CelebriTee, Christmas Stockings, Evenweave Throw, Maxton Towels, NapTime Mat, Scrapbook Slipcover, Sweet-Heart Bloomers, Velour Baby Bibs, and Velour Guest Towels.
• Page 3. Embroidery Scissors for Cross Stitch and Needlework (3 pages): Bella Embroidery Scissors, Gingher Scissors, and many more.
• Page 4. Daylight Lamps and Magnifiers (5 pages). Floor lamps, Clip-On Lamps, Up Light, Compact Lamp, Flexilens, Table Top Lamp. The complete line.
• Page 5. Accessories and Notions for Counted Cross Stitch and Needlework Embroidery (4 pages). Stitcher's Lotion, Flexible Magnet Board, Travel Tumblers, Acid Free Tissue, Show Off Pen, View Stick, Running Stitch Organizer, Color Scope, Tape Measure, DMC Variations, Music CD sets, Olde Time Santa Kits, 6" Steel Ruler, Silk Gift Bags, Pom-Pom Maker.
• Page 6. More Accessories and Notions for Counted Cross Stitch and Needlework Embroidery (3 pages). Short Beading Needles, Pebbles, Twisted Wire Beading Needles, Mini Chaser Magnets, Scissor Tails, Needlework Cards, Highlighter Tape, Merchandise Bags
• Page 7. Dohler Towels, Hand Towels, Fingertip Towels, Kitchen Towels, Table Linens, Baby Bibs, and Hooded Baby Towels for Cross Stitch (3 pages).
• Page 8. Totes, Organizers, and Bags for Cross Stitch, Needlepoint, and Embroidery (4 pages). Quilted Totes, Leather Totes, Tapestry Totes, Nylon Totes.
• Page 9. More Totes, Organizers, and Bags for Cross Stitch, Needlepoint, and Embroidery (4 pages). Nylon Totes, Quilted Totes, Tapestry Totes.

Cross Stitch Books & Patterns

Use the Online Catalog   More information, descriptions, and bigger photos! Updated weekly. Yarn Tree sells counted cross stitch and other needlework supplies wholesale to stores. Stores may order books and products from the Online Catalog. Simply log in and create a password for your online account. For non-book items, you may use the Online Catalog or see our 2007 Product Catalog.

This is the list of the complete list of books  in .pdf format. No photos on this list.

Retail Stores

Retail Stores.   The needlework stores listed in this section either have the products shown below, or can special order it for you from Yarn Tree. Before your next vacation, check out the list to find some great stores to visit on your trip!

Learn To Cross Stitch!

 Popular  Free Beginner Chart & Instructions. If you are not a cross stitcher yet, start here. Counted Cross Stitch is fun and easy. But watch out, cross stitch can be addictive! Learn to cross stitch yourself or teach a friend! Instructions are also available in .pdf format. The .pdf format page is great for classes! Feel free to make copies. Learn To Cross Stitch In 5 Minutes (VIDEO)

Fun Gift Items

Pewter Earrings  for the Needlework lover. 14 fun styles to show your love of needlework!!

Embroidery Scissor Point Protectors Fun pewter charms and glass beads. Ten charm sets on 7 pretty chain styles. Lots of choices to match your style!

Needlework Accessory Necklaces  Ready to wear.  As beautiful as they are useful. 14 styles!

Most Popular

Here are shortcuts to information of some of our most requested products. If you do not find it here, try our complete Product Catalog (for products) or  Yarn Tree Online Catalog (for books and products)

Free Message Board

 Popular  Stitcher's Message Board. Looking for a hard-to-find needlework item? Need help? Post a message here. Maybe someone can help.

Free Stuff

Check out our Free Stuff pages for, well, 'free stuff'! Feel free to use any information in our web pages for classes or to add to your own web page--we want people to learn how to cross stitch! (Please include our name and web address)

Free Beginner Chart & Instructions. If you are not a cross stitcher yet, start here. Counted Cross Stitch is fun and easy. But watch out, cross stitch can be addictive! Learn to cross stitch yourself or teach a friend! Instructions are also available in .pdf format. The .pdf format page is great for classes! Feel free to make copies.

 Popular  Try our cross stitch calculator. Tells stitched size, and suggests fabric size, needle, and number of strands of floss. Add to your site.

Stitches To Inches Chart. Use this table to determine the finished size of a design for various fabric counts. Also in .pdf format.

How To Wash Cross Stitch.  Also a reprint of excellent information from the Smithsonian Museum Conservation Institute on how to remove various types of stains from textiles.

Embroidery floss conversion charts. Anchor To DMC Floss Conversion Chart.  (also in .pdf format).  DMC To Anchor Floss Conversion Chart (aso in .pdf format).

Color pictures of the floss colors by color family. Great for finding that mystery color. DMC Floss    Anchor Floss

 NEW  FREE Cross Stitch Patterns. Backstitch Alphabet (2 stitches tall), Block Letter Alphabet (9 stitches tall). Other Free Alphabet Charts. Free Graph small Bear & Heart Cross Stitched On Perforated Paper.

Business To Business

 NEW  International Customers. Yarn Tree sells counted cross stitch and other needlework supplies wholesale to stores. We want your business! The weak US dollar makes importing more profitable. We are happy to help you estimate shipping costs.

 NEW  Marketing Ideas. A new section of theories and practical ideas for your business.

 NEW  Color Printing. Yarn Tree now offers offset color printing. 1,00 postcards for $124. 1,000 8.5"x11" flyers for $195. Prices include FREE SHIPPING to continental US.

Needlework Retailer The only trade magazine devoted entirely to needlework. Reprints of past Needlework Retailer articles. Mentor Program for new store owners. Wholesale Buyer's Guide and custom search our list of recommended suppliers.

Stitchers Photo Gallery. Photos of retail store displays featured in past "Display Ideas" articles in Needlework Retailer. Other photo albums include store pets, finished products by consumers, and interesting locations where you have done needlework or have seen needlework displayed.

2007 Product Catalog and Online Catalog Over 6,500 needlework items available wholesale to needlework stores. This is the list of the complete list of books (for book photos use the online catalog)

FREE Needlework Banner Exchange for needlework businesses. Over 750,000 banner displays.

If You Have A Retail Store and are interested in buying from Yarn Tree. Yarn Tree sells counted cross stitch and other needlework supplies wholesale to stores.  If You Have A Retail Store Outside Of The United States.  If You Are A Manufacturer Or Designer.

Selling Your Designs. Suggestions on getting started selling your designs.

Copyright Basics  Here is a quick overview of copyrights as it applies to cross stitch. Includes links to the U.S. Copyright Office.

Using information from this web site. Feel free to use anything in this web site to promote cross stitch. We can provide stores with a text file of Yarn Tree item numbers, product descriptions, and prices that can be used to create an in-store data base.  email for information