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The Cross Stitch Podcast

Hannah Braniff | Cross Stitcher and Creator at Hannah Hand Makeshannahhandmakes.com
Welcome to the podcast for cross stitchers and cake eaters. My name is Hannah; I am a UK cross stitcher, the creator of and at Hannah Hand Makes and your host! This show aims to build a cross stitch community and help teach you the lovely art of cross stitch. In the show you will find some tutorials and hints and tips around cross stitch and I will be chatting about the benefits of cross stitch, any Stitch Along's (SALs) I am running and sharing my favourite cross stitch pattern or kit of the week.
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Episodes

Setting the Stitching Mood This Summer | Episode 123

In this episode, I share how to set the mood with you're stitching this Summer, which adds an extra layer of relaxation to your hobby time. Read the show notes for this episode here: https://hannahhandmakes.com/blogs/podcast/setting-the-stitching-mood-this-summer/

Jun 18, 202519 minSeason 3Ep. 123

Quick Tip: Store Projects in Tote Bags | Episode 122

In this episode, I share a quick tip from Joyce: store projects in tote bags. You can read the show notes for this post here: https://hannahhandmakes.com/blogs/podcast/store-projects-in-tote-bags/ And join the Cross Stitch Club here: https://hannahhandmakes.lpages.co/the-cross-stitch-club

Jun 08, 202511 minSeason 3Ep. 122

Why Colour is Important When Cross Stitching

In this episode, I share why colour is important when cross stitching and how your mood/seasons/weather can affect what colours and designs you are drawn to. You can find the post for this episode here and it includes photos of some of the designs I share in today's episode: https://hannahhandmakes.com/blogs/podcast/why-colour-is-important-when-cross-stitching/

May 16, 202540 minSeason 3Ep. 121

5 Hobbies That Are Similar to Cross Stitch | Episode 119

Read more about the Secret Garden SAL here: https://hannahhandmakes.lpages.co/secret-garden-stitch-along Join the Cross Stitch Club here: https://hannahhandmakes.lpages.co/the-cross-stitch-club

Feb 07, 202521 minSeason 3Ep. 119

How to Decide What to Stitch Next | Episode 116

In this episode I share some questions you can ask yourself to help you decide what pattern to stitch next if you are overwhelmed by all there is to choose from. hannahhandmakes.com

Nov 08, 202427 minSeason 3Ep. 116

Books I've Been Reading Lately (October 2024) | Episode 114

In this episode, I share the books I've been reading and loving lately. You can find links to all of the books mentioned here: https://hannahhandmakes.com/blogs/podcast/books-ive-been-reading-lately-october-2024/

Oct 17, 202432 minSeason 3Ep. 114

Quick Tip: Flip the Switch | Episode 113

In this episode, I share a quick tip to help you cross stitch more by flipping the order you do things when it comes to cross stitch. Find the show notes here: https://hannahhandmakes.com/blogs/podcast/flip-the-switch/

Oct 10, 202416 minSeason 3Ep. 113

How to Make a Cross Stitch Routine | Episode 111

In this episode, I share some steps and ideas on how to make a cross stitch routine. Read the blog post for this episode and download your free PDF here: https://hannahhandmakes.com/blogs/podcast/how-to-make-a-cross-stitch-routine/

Sep 26, 202430 minSeason 3Ep. 11

My Current Cross Stitch Routine | Episode 110

In this episode, I share my current cross stitch routine. I'm not sharing when exactly I cross stitch but more about what projects I stitch and when. You can read the blog post for this episode here: https://hannahhandmakes.com/blogs/podcast/my-current-cross-stitch-routine/ And join The Cross Stitch Club here: https://hannahhandmakes.lpages.co/the-cross-stitch-club...

Sep 16, 202436 minSeason 3Ep. 110

A Quick Tip to Help You Cross Stitch More | S3E109

In this episode, I share a quick tip I have been trying to help me cross stitch more, particularly in the evening. You can find the show notes/blog post for this episode here: https://hannahhandmakes.com/blogs/podcast/quick-tip-to-cross-stitch-more/ And DM me on Instagram for any topics you want to see discussed on the podcast in September. Have an amazing Summer/Winter and I'll be back soon....

Jul 18, 202417 minSeason 3Ep. 109

Books I've Been Reading Lately (July 2024) | S3E108

In this episode, I share books I have read and loved lately (April - July 2024). You can find all the books mentioned here: https://hannahhandmakes.com/blogs/podcast/books-ive-been-reading-lately-july-2024/

Jul 15, 202443 minSeason 3Ep. 108

Passive vs Active Cross Stitching | S3E107

In this episode, I am sharing thoughts on something Sarah (a Cross Stitch Club member) mentioned in one of her comments about being a passive vs an active stitcher. I share what my take on these two are and when you might need to be one over the other. You can read the blog post/show notes for this episode here: https://hannahhandmakes.com/blogs/podcast/passive-vs-active-cross-stitching/...

Jun 19, 202424 minSeason 3Ep. 107

5 Summer Rituals | S3E106

In this episode, I share 5 summer rituals to help you seamlessly transition to a new season. Find the full show notes here: https://hannahhandmakes.com/blogs/podcast/5-summer-rituals/

Jun 05, 202434 minSeason 3Ep. 106

10 Fiction Audiobooks to Listen to When Cross Stitching | S3E105

In this episode, I am sharing 10 fiction audiobooks I have listened to and loved over the year and are perfect to listen to when cross stitching. You can get all of the links/find the books from this episode here: https://hannahhandmakes.com/blogs/podcast/10-fiction-audiobooks/

May 21, 202432 minSeason 3Ep. 105

5 Tips for When You’re Overwhelmed by Your Hobby | S3E104

In this episode, I share 5 tips for when you're overwhelmed by your hobby and I share some of your thoughts and tips too. You can read the show notes and get all of the links here: https://hannahhandmakes.com/blogs/podcast/5-tips-for-when-youre-overwhelmed-by-your-hobby/

May 08, 202435 minSeason 3Ep. 104

What I've Been Reading Lately (March 2024) | S3E103

In this episode, I am sharing books I have read and loved lately (January - March 2024). You can find links to all the books here: https://hannahhandmakes.com/blogs/podcast/what-ive-been-reading-lately-march-2024/

Apr 18, 20241 hrSeason 3Ep. 103

7 More Things I Wish I Knew Before I Started Cross Stitching | S3E102

In this episode, I share 7 more things I wish I knew before I started cross stitching. You can find all the links mentioned in today's episode here: https://hannahhandmakes.com/blogs/podcast/things-i-wish-i-knew-before-i-started-cross-stitching/

Mar 28, 202433 minSeason 3Ep. 102

The Storybook Stitch Along

In this epsiode, I share some details about the brand new year-long Storybook Stitch Along. You can find more details and join here: https://hannahhandmakes.lpages.co/storybook-stitch-along

Mar 26, 202412 min

Where to Store Your Cross Stitch Supplies | S3E101

In this episode, I share where to store your cross stitch supplies. You can read the show notes and find the photos of my storage here: https://hannahhandmakes.com/blogs/podcast/where-to-store-your-cross-stitch-supplies/

Mar 20, 202446 minSeason 3Ep. 101

5 Spring Rituals | S3E100

In this episode, I share 5 spring rituals that you can apply to cross stitch and your other hobbies. You can find all the links mentioned and the post for this episode here: https://hannahhandmakes.com/blogs/podcast/5-spring-rituals/

Mar 13, 202429 min

Small vs Large Cross Stitch Designs | S3E99

In this episode, I share some pros and cons of stitching small and large designs and when you might choose each. You can find the show notes for today's episode here: https://hannahhandmakes.com/blogs/podcast/small-vs-large-cross-stitch-designs/

Feb 22, 202424 minSeason 3Ep. 99

9 Lessons from Setting a 100 Book Goal | S3E98

In this episode, I share 9 lessons I learnt when I set a 100-book goal in 2023. You can get any links from today's episode and read the show notes here: https://hannahhandmakes.com/blogs/podcast/9-lessons-from-setting-a-100-book-goal/

Feb 08, 202448 minSeason 3Ep. 98
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