The Many Crafts of the Letter X

Traditional cross stitch is lovely. But have you ever wondered what else is out there, beyond the kits that you might see on your grandmother’s end table? Wondered if there were patterns that bring the art into the next generation and how else you can use the skill of perfecting the letter X?

If you have, then you’re in the right place!

I’ve loved cross stitch for years, and I’ve even taught my friends (or anyone else that would listen) to love the craft as well. But I didn’t see myself reflected in the mainstream patterns. I wasn’t a housewife that hated doing dishes and I didn’t need festive jar lids for every season. Where was all the slow fiber art for the people like me?

And so was born The Craft Xperimentalist. On this website, you can check out all of my new and wild ideas. After designing for over 5 years now, I like to think maybe I’ve stumbled upon my “thing”, if you will. Browse this shop, and you will see unapologetic celebrations of queer joy and community, with a sprinkle of plants and food and… just life. You’ll see the things that I love and the messages that I think are so important to spread. You’ll find classic sampler motifs combined in exciting, colorful, gay new ways. And hopefully you’ll discover some art that speaks to you.

I’d love for you to join me in my cross stitch xperiments. Follow along here on the website or one (or all!) of the social media accounts. Be sure to share your xperiments as well by tagging The Craft Xperimentalist or using #craftxperiment when you post. Let’s get xperimenting!