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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

10 Minute Cross Stitch Challenge Day 5 | S3E97

In this episode I am sharing day 5 of the 10 minute cross stitch challenge: glimmers. You can read the show notes/get links for today here: https://hannahhandmakes.com/blogs/podcast/10-minute-cross-stitch-challenge-day-5/

Feb 02, 202414 minSeason 3Ep. 97

10 Minute Cross Stitch Challenge Day 4 | S3E96

In this episode, I share day 4 of the 10 minute cross stitch challenge: organising your projects. You can read the show notes for today's episode here: https://hannahhandmakes.com/blogs/podcast/10-minute-cross-stitch-challenge-day-4/ And join The Cross Stitch Club here: https://hannahhandmakes.lpages.co/the-cross-stitch-club...

Feb 01, 202412 minSeason 3Ep. 96

10 Minute Cross Stitch Challenge Day 3 | S3E95

In this episode, I share day 3 of the 10 minute cross stitch challenge: routines vs going with the flow. And join The Cross Stitch Club here: https://hannahhandmakes.lpages.co/the-cross-stitch-club You can read the show notes for this episode here: https://hannahhandmakes.com/blogs/podcast/10-minute-cross-stitch-challenge-day-3/...

Jan 31, 202412 minSeason 3Ep. 95

10 Minute Cross Stitch Challenge Day 2 | S3E94

In this episode, I share day 2 of the 10 minute cross stitch challenge; 1 project at a time vs many projects. You can read the show notes and get any links for today's episode here: https://hannahhandmakes.com/blogs/podcast/cross-stitch-challenge-day-2/ And join the Cross Stitch Club here: https://hannahhandmakes.lpages.co/the-cross-stitch-club...

Jan 30, 202411 minSeason 3Ep. 94

10 Minute Cross Stitch Challenge Day 1 | S3E93

In this episode, I am sharing day 1 of the 10 minute cross stitch challenge.; 10 minutes vs 5 stitches a day. You can read the notes and grab any links from today's episode here: https://hannahhandmakes.com/blogs/podcast/cross-stitch-challenge-day-1/ If you like coming together for some timed stitching then you will love the cross stitch club as we do this many times a month. You can join here: https://hannahhandmakes.lpages.co/the-cross-stitch-club...

Jan 29, 202411 minSeason 3Ep. 93

What I've Been Reading Lately (December 2023) | S3E92

In this episode, I am sharing books I have read and loved lately (September - December 2023). You can find all the books I mentioned today here: https://hannahhandmakes.com/blogs/podcast/what-ive-been-reading-lately-december-2023/

Jan 17, 202446 minSeason 3Ep. 92

Hobbies I'm Planning This Christmas Season | S3E91

In this episode, I am sharing hobbies I'm planning this Christmas season to help keep me calm and stress-free. You can read the blog post for this episode here: https://hannahhandmakes.com/blogs/hobbies-im-planning-this-christmas-season/ You can shop the Black Friday Sale here: https://hannahhandmakes.lpages.co/black-friday-sale-2023...

Nov 29, 202322 minSeason 3Ep. 91

Book Chat With Louise and Gab | S3E90

In this episode I am talking all things books with Gab and Louise from The Cross Stitch Club. You can find a list of all the books we mentioned here: https://hannahhandmakes.com/blogs/book-chat-with-louise-and-gab/

Nov 21, 20231 hr 9 minSeason 3Ep. 90

5 Ways to Stay Stress Free This Season | S3E89

In this episode, I am sharing 5 ways to stay stress free this season and make sure you are taking time for yourself and your hobbies. You can read the blog post and get all the links mentioned below: https://hannahhandmakes.com/blogs/stay-stress-free-this-season/

Nov 08, 202341 minSeason 3Ep. 89

How to Plan Your Christmas Projects | S3E88

In this episode, I am sharing my tips on how to plan your Christmas projects to make sure no WIP gets left behind. You can read the blog post here which also includes the link to download your free planning sheets: https://hannahhandmakes.com/blogs/plan-your-christmas-projects/

Nov 03, 202326 minSeason 3Ep. 88

Should You Get Cross Stitch Software? | S3E87

In this episode, I am chatting all about cross stitch software and when it might be time for you to invest in it (and when I don't recommend it). You can read the full blog post for this episode here: https://hannahhandmakes.com/blogs/should-you-get-cross-stitch-software/ And get my PC Stitch Mini Course here: https://hannahhandmakes.lpages.co/pc-stitch-basics Kawaii Cross Stitch Book * (affiliate link)....

Oct 17, 202327 minSeason 3Ep. 87

What I've Been Reading Lately (October 2023) | S3E86

In this episode, I am sharing books I have read and loved lately (July-September 2023). You can find all the books mentioned in this blog post: https://hannahhandmakes.com/blogs/podcast/reading-lately-october-2023/

Oct 04, 202341 minSeason 3Ep. 86

How to Plan Autumn Hobbies | S3E85

In this episode, I am sharing how to plan Autumn hobbies and why you should. You can read the blog post/notes for this episode here: https://hannahhandmakes.com/blogs/how-to-plan-autumn-hobbies/

Sep 22, 202326 minSeason 3Ep. 85

10 Must-Have Craft Supplies/Tools for Finishing | S3E84

In this episode, I am sharing 10 must-have craft supplies and tools for finishing your cross stitch projects off. Read the blog post/see the photos here: https://hannahhandmakes.com/blogs/10-must-have-craft-supplies-tools-for-finishing/ You can join the House Flip SAL here: https://hannahhandmakes.lpages.co/house-flip-2023-stitch-along-small-page...

Sep 12, 202327 minSeason 3Ep. 84

10 Reasons to Use Your Local Library | S3E83

In this post, I am sharing 10 reasons to use your local library. I speak about the library a lot on here, but I still don't think many people use their local library. I know a few people who read as much as I do, but they never think to go to the library. You might be missing out! Read the full post here: https://hannahhandmakes.com/blogs/10-reasons-to-use-your-local-library/

Aug 01, 202333 minSeason 3Ep. 83

Woodland Wander SAL | Mini Episode

You can peek at the design and join the SAL here: https://hannahhandmakes.lpages.co/woodland-wander-stitch-along-small-page

Jul 20, 202312 min

10 Finishing Ideas for Cross Stitch Designs | S3E82

In this episode, I am sharing 10 finishing ideas for your cross stitch designs. I don't have tutorials for them all yet, but keep an eye on the blog for them coming soon. This is like my "to-do" list of things to try and make the rest of the year. You can view the photos and find links to anything I've spoken about today here: https://hannahhandmakes.com/blogs/podcast/10-finishing-ideas-for-cross-stitch-designs/...

Jul 20, 202332 minSeason 3Ep. 82

What I've Been Reading Lately (July 2023) | S3E81

In this episode, I am sharing books I have read and loved lately (Spring/Summer 2023). You can find links to all of the books here: https://hannahhandmakes.com/blogs/podcast/what-ive-been-reading-lately-july-2023/

Jul 12, 20231 hr 3 minSeason 3Ep. 81

How to Stop Feeling Guilty | S3E80

In this episode, I am sharing reasons why you should stop feeling guilty for taking time for yourself and your hobbies and how you can make this happen. You can find all the links for today's episode and the blog post here: https://hannahhandmakes.com/blogs/podcast/stop-feeling-guilty/

Jul 04, 20231 hr 3 minSeason 3Ep. 80

How to Plan Your Summer Reading List | S3E79

In this episode, I am sharing how to plan your Summer reading list and sharing some book lists with you at the end including my top 10 favourite Summer books (so far). You can find all the links and notes for today's episode here: https://hannahhandmakes.com/blogs/podcast/plan-you-summer-reading-list/

Jun 21, 20231 hr 22 minSeason 3Ep. 79

Accountability in Cross Stitch | S3E78

In this episode, I am sharing some tips on how to get/use accountability in cross stitch. Find the full post here: https://hannahhandmakes.com/blogs/podcast/accountability-in-cross-stitch/

Jun 08, 202324 minSeason 3Ep. 78

How to Organise Your WIP Projects | S3E77

In this episode, I am sharing some tips on how to organise your WIP projects. You can find all the links and blog post for this episode here . Join the Cross Stitch Club here .

May 11, 202347 minSeason 3Ep. 77

What I've Been Reading Lately | S3E76

Find all the links for the books I talk about here: https://hannahhandmakes.com/blogs/podcast/what-ive-been-reading-lately-may-2023/

May 05, 20231 hr 6 minSeason 3Ep. 76

Cross Stitch Rut - How to Get Out and Stay Out | S3E74

In this episode, I am sharing some tips about what to do if you find yourself in a cross stitch rut. You can read the full blog post and get the links here: https://hannahhandmakes.com/blogs/podcast/cross-stitch-rut/

Mar 21, 202353 minSeason 3Ep. 74

How to Plan a Crafting Retreat Day

In this episode, I am sharing some ideas on planning a crafting retreat day that you could run this Spring with friends. You can read the full blog post here: https://hannahhandmakes.com/blogs/podcast/plan-a-crafting-retreat-day/

Feb 27, 202346 minSeason 3Ep. 73

What I've Been Reading Lately | S3E72

In this episode, I am sharing books I have read and loved lately. Find all the books mentioned today here: https://hannahhandmakes.com/what-ive-been-reading-lately-january

Feb 06, 202337 minSeason 3Ep. 72

3 Random Things Helping Me Right Now | S3E71

In this podcast episode, I am sharing 3 random things that are helping me with my stitching right now, especially as we are in the Winter months. Listen to my new podcast Mind Your Soul today!

Jan 13, 202315 minSeason 3Ep. 71

Why I Wrote a Cross Stitch Book | S3E70

In this episode, I share why I wrote my brand new book Cross Stitch One Oh One: 101 things every stitcher needs to know about cross stitch. You can buy my book here .

Dec 06, 202218 minSeason 3Ep. 70

Needlepoint for beginners with Emma Homent | S3E69

In this episode, I interview Emma from The Makers Marks and we talk all things needlepoint! You can check out Emma's website here and book here* . (Affiliate link, I may earn a small commission if you purchase through this link).

Nov 30, 202246 minSeason 3Ep. 69
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