"Discusses the fundamentals of cross-stitch embroidery and supplies patterns for cross-stitching a variety of Christmas decorations and tree ornaments."--Amazon.com.

Combines History With Step-By-Step Instruction For Every Type Of Traditional American Needlework.

Presents a variety of craft projects for holidays such as Valentine's, Halloween, Thanksgiving, and Christmas. Includes patterns.

Let the magic of Christmas inspire your stitching with these 20 cross stitch patterns, blending the traditional style of France with a charming contemporary simplicity. Many of the designs include multiple scenes and motifs, offering you hundreds of components to use in a myriad of ways. The elements of a cross-stitched Christmas are all here: wintry scenes, Father Christmas, toys, sparkling decorations, and children enjoying the anticipation! Along with the patterns, enjoy instructions for projects to show off your stitchwork, like a Christmas stocking, a gorgeous Advent calendar, gift cards, and a holiday ABC sampler. Scattered throughout are spirit-inspiring activities and holiday lore, like what the real Santa Claus Village in Finland is like, how the department store window display tradition began, and a recipe for German Christmas cookies.