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Cross Stitch Accessories
Bead Accessories & Storage
  Cross Stitch Gauges ~ Floss/Needlecraft Organizer
Stand ~ Frame ~ Fray Check ~ Graph Paper ~ Magnetic Board - Ruler
Magnifiers ~
Needles -Needleholder Accessories ~ Needle Threaders ~ Project Packs -Scissors ~ Support Gloves
Bead Accessories & Storage
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Bead Caddy - by Loran
Organize your seed beads in separate lidded compartments. both have sets of labels and a see through design to make identification a snap. Stackable for easy organizing.
6 unit caddy ~ $2.20
13 unit caddy ~ $3.30

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Bead-Nabber by LoRan
Retrieve seed beads easily with the tough of a finger.   Just slip the bead nabber on, lightly press into beads and presto ! A small number of beads are ready for use. Bead Nabber adjusts to any finger, holds beads for easy threading.  $1.70

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Organizer Bead Wheel by Dream Works
The organizer wheel with its dial-a-section feature allows easy access to beads.   Holds 12 colors 4 1/2" diameter.
$4.00      

Tacky Bob
Tacky Bob is a unique colorful beading accessory. Inside the acrylic box, both top and bottom areas are covered with an acid-free tacky surface. Just pour your beads on and never worry about spilling again. Since they're `stuck' on there... you just pick up each bead with your needle as you need it. Foam outer bottom keeps Tacky Bob from slipping around. A good place to pour and work with your beads. Complete with a magnet strip to hold your needle when re-threading. Perfect for travel or at home. Assorted colors. From Flying Needles. $8.00

Cross Stitch Gauge

Quick Chart

Easily find your place even on color charts! Bold lines are easy to see. Horizontal line will mark your row. Vertical lines are spaced 1" apart making it easy to keep your place and count stitches on your graph. Static helps hold it to your page. Small Quick Chart is business card size. Long Quick Chart is 7" long, 2" wide. From Yarn Tree.
Quick Chart-Small $2.50
Quick Chart-Long $2.76

Fabric Gauge

Quickly find the thread count of any fabric up to 40ct by using this gauge and counting over 10 threads. Durable clear vinyl. Business card size,easy to carry with you for quick reference. From Yarn Tree. $2.50

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Cross Stitch Gauge
by American Dream Products

With a complete cross-stitch gauge you can tell where to start stitching, count stitches, and find the stitched size of a design.
11 to 40 Count ~
$4.00

Floss/Needlecraft Organizer

DMC Stitch Bow Binder
From DMC a new Stitch Bow Organizing & Storage System that quickly organizes and stores floss. This holder maintains the shape of the floss when storing it. The binder is designed to hold the Binder plastic sleeve inserts. $8.00

DMC Stitch Bow Inserts
From DMC a new Stitch Bow Organizing & Storage System that quickly organizes and stores floss. This holder maintains the shape of the floss when storing it. The holders can be placed in these plastic sleeves in inserted into a binder sold separately. Each insert has room for 16 floss holders. $2.40

DMC Stitch Bow Floss Holder
From DMC a new Stitch Bow Organizing & Storage System that quickly organizes and stores floss. This holder maintains the shape of the floss when storing it. Just slip the ends of the floss over each end of the holder and the label over the area provided. Each holder holds a full skein of DMC embroidery floss without having to wind it. 10 holders per pkg. $1.55

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Stitch Bow Needlework Travel Bag
When you're ready to leave home, take the StitchBow Inserts and snap them into your Needlework Travel Bag. Your Travel Bag also holds unfinished projects and all the materials needed to stitch while traveling. $17.99

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Floss & Needlecraft Organizer by Darice
New improved design! Living hinge, 17 Deeper compartments. Stackable - Includes 100 sturdy bobbins ~ $5.50

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Floss Bobbins by Yarn Tree
25 Plastic floss holders
Plastic is the most durable, . Keys (holders) measure 1 5/8" tall by 1½" wide.  $2.50
25 Chipboard floss holders
10 ply chipboard with a coating on both sides.
$2.00

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Floss Holders - by Bestway
Plastic floss holders for you to wrap your floss around. Color number goes on a sticker on the holder 2 1/4 tall x 2 " wide
12 floss holders & ring ~ $2.60
50 floss holders with stickers ~ $8.20

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Floss-Pak
The Floss Pak is the easy-to-use way to keep all types of needlework threads clean, organized and protected. 3 x 5" zip close bags have a write-on area for color number.
30 -  Reclosable Bags ~ $3.30

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Floss-Pak
The Floss Pak is the easy-to-use way to keep all types of needlework threads clean, organized and protected. 3 x 5" zip close bags have a write-on area for color number.
100 -  Reclosable Bags ~ $10.00

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Project Cards - by LoRan
3 Cards ~ Each holds 20 colors of floss
plus needles ~ $2.20

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Master Cards - by LoRan
3 Master Cards
~ $1.90

Stand

Oak Lap Frame - by American Dream
This versatile frame stand straddles your lap or sits on a tabletop.  Includes side supports, 12" extender bars with adjustments, 20" heavy duty scroll rods, and 10 knobs.  Rods are available with either web or the No baste system.
$65.00

Prop-It Needlework Chart Holder

Portable chart holder that will hold a variety of books and patterns.   Includes collapsible stand made of durable black plastic, a freestanding magnetic board and 4 magnetic strips. Elastic page holders keep pages open and secure; adjustable supports hold oversize charts upright. From SA Richards. $19.10

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Folding Stand - by LoRan
This compact, lightweight stand from LoRan folds flat for easy storage. Holds graphs, charts, and books in a convenient upright position. Also can be used with your LoRan Line Minder. $8.80

Frames
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American Dream Needlework Frames
Fine quality oak E-Z Stitch Needlework Frames from American Dream are a joy to use and own. Knobs and extender bars are made of solid oak. Available in two sets, either of which will make great gifts for your favorite stitcher. All available in no baste system
Starter Set
Makes six different frame sizes. Includes 6", 12", and 18" scroll rods; 6" and 8" extender bars; and one set of knobs.
$45.00
Stitcher's Delight

Makes fourteen different frame sizes. Includes 6", 8", 10", 12" 16", and 18" scroll rods; 6" and 8" extender bars; and one set of knobs. $65.00
Also available in individual sizes:
8" scroll frame 18.00
12" scroll frame 19.00
16" scroll frame 20.00

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Square Frame - by Q-Snap
6 x 6 square frame ~ $10.58
A unique method to hold fabric taut while stitching.  Four plastic C=shaped clamps hold the fabric onto the bars.  Tension is easy to adjust. You have a smooth stitching surface around entire frame without hoop wrinkles. The frame comes apart in sseconds to store or to carry in practically any tote.

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Square Frame - by Q Snap
8" x 8" Square Frame ~ $11.28
A unique method to hold fabric taut while stitching.   Four plastic C=shaped clamps hold the fabric onto the bars.  Tension is easy to adjust. You have a smooth stitching surface around entire frame without hoop wrinkles. The frame comes apart in sseconds to store or to carry in practically any tote.

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Square Frame - by Q Snap
11" x 11" Square Frame ~ $13.18
A unique method to hold fabric taut while stitching.   Four plastic C-shaped clamps hold the fabric onto the bars.  Tension is easy to adjust. You have a smooth stitching surface around entire frame without hoop wrinkles. The frame comes apart in seconds to store or to carry in practically any tote.

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Rectangular Frame - by Q Snap
11" x 17" Square Frame ~ $14.48
A unique method to hold fabric taut while stitching.   Four plastic C-shaped clamps hold the fabric onto the bars.  Tension is easy to adjust. You have a smooth stitching surface around entire frame without hoop wrinkles. The frame comes apart in seconds to store or to carry in practically any tote.

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Square Frame - by Q Snap
17" x 17" Square Frame ~ $15.70
A unique method to hold fabric taut while stitching.   Four plastic C-shaped clamps hold the fabric onto the bars.  Tension is easy to adjust. You have a smooth stitching surface around entire frame without hoop wrinkles. The frame comes apart in seconds to store or to carry in practically any tote.

Fray Check

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Fray Check - by Dritz
A quick and easy way to keep your cross stitch projects neat around the edges, no more tangled threads! Many other craft uses. Withstands laundering and dry cleaning. Flammable. From Dritz. ¾ oz. bottle.
$3.20

Graph Paper

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Graph Paper - by Yarn Tree
Graph Paper makes it easy to make your cross stitch designs. School logos, special occasion mementos, your home, or special sayings are just a few ideas for charting your own! Use the tracing graph paper to make a graph from a photo or sketch. Just trace the different colors; then go back and put in the color codes! All of our graph paper is printed with black ink so you can easily make copies of your finished design. 8½"x11" pads.
Graph paper 12 sheets 10 Count/12 sheets 12 Count* ~ $3.00
Tracing graph paper 9 sheets 10 count & 9 sheets of 12 count * ~ $4.00
* also available in 14 and 18 count

Magnetic Board - Ruler
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Magnetic Board - by LoRan
Indispensable item for all needleworkers. The metal board and magnetic strips allow you to keep your place on even the most detailed chart or graph. Its also great for knit and crochet patterns! Soft ivory color board comes with several strip magnets in an attractive retail package. Magnets also available separately. 8" x 10"  ~ $6.00
also 12 x 18 - $11.98

Assorted Strip Magnets. Strip Magnets

Assorted Strip Magnets

Assorted Strip Magnets. Work great on magnet boards or any metallic surface. 3”, 4”, 6”, and 7”. From Yarn Tree. $2.00


Handy Magnets

These famous blue magnets will keep your needles and embroidery scissors secure on your canvas or fabric. Use the magnets as a pair, one on each side of your work, and they will hold all your tools in easy reach. Specially treated so they will always be smooth and safe to use on your finest needlework. Two pairs per package $7.00

Super Strength Magnets

Super Strength Magnets
Tiny, but powerful little magnets will hold anything metal, from needles on a scroll frame to refrigerator art. Works great as miniature 'chaser magnets' to hold your needle on small projects. Sold packaged with two sets of two magnets in each package. One set measures 1/4”x.10” thick and the other set measures 5/16”x.063” thick. From Yarn Tree.  $3.50

Magnifiers
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Line Magnifier - by LoRan
The perfect companion for the LoRan Line Minder boards. 7/8" wide magnifying lens with magnets to hold it to your Line Minder. Red center line helps you keep your place on even the most detailed graphs!
$6.60

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MagEyes - by Hands Free Magnifier
Reduce eye strain with these hands free, head mounted magnifier glasses. Works great with or without eyeglasses. Comfortable padded head cushion. One size fits all. Very lightweight, only 1¾ ounces. Has lenses for both 1.6X and 2.0X magnification. From MagEyes.
$34.10

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Flexilens on Base

Handy table magnifier with a weighted base makes this lens very sturdy and stable, as well as convenient. The 18” arm for longer reach combines with a 5” 3X lens. Use it on any flat working surface to rapidly give you the magnification you need, where you need it.  $37.00

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Magnifier - by Ramco Arts
From Ramco. One of our Best Sellers! Great for all types of needlework. Magnifies 2½" times. Has adjustable cord to hang magnifier around your neck. The lens is plastic so it is lighter to use. Packaged in ziplock bag for hanging display.
$9.00

Needles

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See below for various sizes available

Beading Needle by Peacemakers
4 Beading Needles Size 10 ~ $1.70
Short Beading Needles - by John James
6 needles - short beading - $2.15
Cross Stitch Needles - Gold ~
by Anchor
4 Cross Stitch needles Size 24 ~ $2.00
4 Cross Stitch needles Size 26 ~ $2.00
Curved Tapestry Needles ~ by John James
3 needles - assorted sizes - $2.16
2 needles - beading needles - $1.96
Double Eye Needles - Clover
size 15, 17, 20 double eye - $5.50
size 22, 24 double eye - $5.50
Easy Threading Needles by John James
4 needles - size 24 - $3.20
4 needles - size 26 - $3.20
4 needles - size 28 - $3.20
Petite Needles ~
by John James
6 petite tapestry needles - Size 24 - $2.20
6 petite tapestry needles - Size 26 - $2.20
6 petite tapestry needles - Size 28 - $2.20
Platinum Tapestry ~
by John James
2 Platinum Tapestry needle (For 11, 14 & 18 Count) - Size 24 ~ $3.96
2 Platinum Tapestry needle (For 18, 22 & 25 Count)- Size 26 ~ $3.96
2 Platinum Tapestry needle (For 22 Count & above) - Size 28 ~ $3.96
Tapestry Needles - by John James

6 Tapestry needles Size 24 ~ $1.70
6 Tapestry needles Size 26 ~ $1.70
5 Tapestry needles Size 28 - $1.70
Twin Pointed Quick Stitch Needles ~
by John James
3 twin pointed needles size 22 - $3.00
3 twin pointed needles size 24 - $3.00
3 twin pointed needles size 26 ~ $3.00
3 twin pointed needles size 28 ~ $3.00
3 twin pointed needles (1 each 22,24,26) - $3.00

Needleholder Accessories
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Needleworker's Accessory Kit by Loran
Contains popular accessory items for all stitchers. A needle threader, flat magnetic needle case and a needle minder to hold your needles ~ $4.36

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Needleholder Card by LoRan
Holds your 12 pre-threaded needles for easy use. Ideal for projects with frequent color changes.  Three magnets included to attach to back of card when used with LoRan line minders. $2.80

Thread Heaven. Thread Heaven Blister Pack

Thread Heaven
Stop tangling and fraying with this new synthetic thread conditioner. Beeswax creates a sticky coating while this makes a slick coating that works more like ball bearings. Works especially well on metallics, silks, and rayon threads to make them more pliable and easier to use. Thread Heaven is chemically inert and will not react with the fibers. Blister packed. $3.10

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Needle Safe
Plastic case with magnetic strips inside to hold your needles. Small, flat embroidery scissors will fit, too.  Fits perfectly into a purse or carrying case so you can always keep track of your needles !
Needle Safe - $7.00
Large Needle Safe - $8.00

Needle Threaders

Needle Threader & Cutter
Unique square-shaped wire for easy threading of floss, ribbon, pearl cotton, decorative threads, yarn, etc. Works great with tapestry and chenille needles, even fits through a size 28 tapestry.
A recessed thread cutting blade is  included. From Prym-Dritz. $1.80

Thread Cutter Pendant
This charming pendant is designed with a sharp circular blade inside so threads can be cut using any of the grooves. Approx 1¼" diameter. From Clover Needlecraft. Available in antique gold and antique silver. $6.80

LoRan Needle Threader
Popular needle threader available carded. Threads even thick threads or yarns in long eye needles. $1.70

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Needle Threaders by W.H. Collins
An easy to use wire style needle threader for all types of needles.3 Handy Threaders for hand & machine needles $1.10

Project Packs
Tapestry Totes. 16" English Garden Tapestry Tote

Tapestry Totes 16" 

English Garden & Rose 16" Tapestry Tote. Attractive zippered 16” wide totes are just the thing for taking your needlework projects from place to place. Great for shopping, too! One velcro side pocket and one zippered side pocket, plus a small inside zippered pocket. Long 12” tapestry fabric handles to easily carry over the shoulder. Measures 13” high, 16” wide, 4½” deep. Detachable holder perfect for embroidery scissors or cell phone.
English Garden print.  $20.00
Rose Tapestry print  $20.00

Tapestry Totes. 16" Rose Tapestry Tote
 

 

Quilted Totes. Dark Beige Project Bag

Quilted Totes. Dark Beige
Project Bag

Dark beige or navy Project Bag. Neatly folding project bag to organize your stitching supplies. Works great for smaller charts and gadgets. Folded size 14”x9”x1”. Opens to 25½” with one 7½” zippered pocket, one 7½” clear pocket, and two 4½”x6” pockets. Quilted fabric. Velcro tab closure   $23.50

LoRan Project Pouches
Great organizing tool for stitchers on the go! Sturdy vinyl pouches hold a variety of materials and handy carrying handle makes them easy to tote. Contains 1 small (11.5" x 8") and 1 large (13" x 10") Pouch. From Prym-Dritz. pk 2 $5.00

Punchneedle
Punch Needle. Embroidery Stitching Tool

Punch Needle
Embroidery Stitching Tool

Embroidery Stitching Tool. Punch needle tool from Clover Mfg. allows you to do loop stitches, backstitches, and satin stitches as you punch. Nice easy to grip handle. Long needle threader is included, as well as detailed instructions and a 3 ply needle  $10.96

Igolochkoy Punchneedle Set (3 sizes) Includes 5 threaders, extra gauges and color illustrated instruction booklet.
By:
Birdhouse Enterprises

$45.00
Scissors
If you don't see the specific scissors you are looking for, just e-mail me....perhaps we have them or can get them for you.

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Lift N Snip Scissors by Dream Works
3 1/2 inch specialty scissors that lifts and snips unwanted thread ~ $8.50

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Stork Scissors by Yarn Tree
Nice quality at an excellent low price. Stork scissors, 3½" long. Sharp points. Stainless steel, gold-plated. Imported. From Yarn Tree.  $8.50

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Slant N Snip Scissors by Dream Works
4 1/2 inch slanted blade for precision cutting for hardanger, cross stitch or applique ~ $9.50

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Embroidery Scissors by Yarn Tree
Even at this low price, you can still get a good quality pair of embroidery scissors. Clean, simple lines. Sharp points.Chrome plated. Imported by Yarn Tree. 3 1/2 inch scissors ~ $6.00

Bella Embroidery Scissors

Exquisitely crafted Italian embroidery scissors that are top-of-the-line for quality and workmanship.  Finely polished and individually tested by the manufacturer.   Needle points. Extra ease when cutting due to the finely ground blades. 
Bella Embroidery Scissors. Bella Ornate Scissor Bella Ornate Embroidery Scissor, 3 3/4".
Slim and beautiful, with fine, sharp points and sharp blades from the Bella Professional Series. Polished nickel embroidery scissors come with an imprinted scissors sheath.   $16.20
Bella Embroidery Scissors. Bella Embroidery Scissor Bella Embroidery Scissor, 3 1/2". Intricately patterned gold handles highlight this delightful pair of embroidery scissors from the Bella Professional Series. Sharp points with a fine cutting edge enable you to do the finest needlework. Comes packaged with an imprinted scissors sheath  $23.50
Bella Embroidery Scissors. Bella Lion's Tail Scissor Bella Lion's Tail Embroidery Scissor, 3 1/2". The soft imprint of the Lion's Tail pattern decorates the gold handles of this Bella Professional Series embroidery scissors. Sharp points with a fine cutting edge for working the finest needlework. Comes packaged with an imprinted scissors sheath.  $17.00
Bella Embroidery Scissors. Bella Stork Scissors Bella Stork Embroidery Scissors, 3 1/2". Traditional Stork Scissor, this professional series embroidery scissors with gold handles is a delight to hold and use. Extremely sharp needle points for the finest needlework. Comes packaged with an imprinted scissors sheath $21.00
Bella Embroidery Scissors. Bella Large Finger Hole Scissor Bella Embroidery Scissors with Large Finger Holes, 4"
Larger finger holes make this pair of polished nickel embroidery scissors easy to use for most stitchers. From the Bella Professional Series with very sharp points and a fine cutting edge to enable you to do the finest needlework. Comes with an imprinted scissors sheath.
$18.90
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Never lose your scissors again! This retractable scissor minder stretches out 30", retracting back when done. Handy alligator clip to attach to your tote. Scissors included. From Yarn Tree. $16.00
GS-4 Lightweight 4" Embroidery
Lightweight forged black handle embroidery scissors from Gingher offer sharp and exact cutting to the points the stainless steel blades. May be used either right or left handed. $14.00
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Gingher Scissors
4 inch embroidery scissors with leather sheath. Scissors for thread cutting. The handle bows are fitted for a comfortable feel to the thumb and finger, both blades have sharp points, hot drop forged, fully chrome plated. $24.96

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3 1/2" embroidery scissors with fitted leather sheath. Scissors for thread cutting.  Pewter finish,
stainless steel, gift boxed.
  $48.96
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3 1/2 " embroidery scissors, nickel plated blades, gold plated handles, with fitted leather sheath, gift boxed. Scissors for thread cutting. $42.96
Support Gloves

Handeze Craft Gloves
Recommended by doctors, these therapeutic gloves are the ideal way to get relief from hand cramping. Two way stretch massages hands for comfort. Beige or blue color.
Thrifty single glove package:
Size 2 beige, size 3 blue, size 4 beige, size 4 blue, size 5 beige  $10.98
Pairs (2 gloves) package:
size 2 beige pair, size 3 beige pair, size 3 blue pair, size 4 beige pair, size 4 blue pair $20.00

 

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