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Feminist Cross-Stitch: 40 Bold & Fierce Patterns

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Make a statement—and smash the patriarchy, one stitch at a time—with these 40 feminist-themed cross-stitching patterns!
 
Crafty activists will love this snarky book with its 40 irreverent, vintage-inspired cross-stitch patterns. Whether you want to proudly announce to the world that you're a nasty woman or remind others that a woman's place is in  the revolution, you’ll find edgy slogans, sharp one-liners, and cheeky images that make fabulous wall art or wonderful handmade gifts. An illustrated basics section will get you started, with information on materials, tools, techniques, and framing your finished pieces.
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Editorial Reviews

Review

"'Nasty women' will find much to cross-stitch in Rohr's sharp-needled pattern book of designs for 'craftivist' feminists. After a childhood of traditional cross-stitching, Rohr began her 'subversive' cross-stitch career in 2010, moving it into higher gear after the 2016 presidential election. She declares that cross-stitch, once dismissed as mere 'women's work, ' is now being acknowledged both as an art form in its own right and as a way for crafters to 'express their opinions, show support for marginalized groups, and protest.' Rohr begins the book's instructional component by clearly covering the basics: Aida cloth, DMC floss, large-eyed tapestry needles, and hoops for tautness and/or framing. The 40 patterns fill chapters from 'Stitched Affirmations' ('Believe Women' and 'Smash the Patriarchy') to 'Sassy & Subversive' ('Don't Tell Me to Smile' resembles folk art); from 'Politically Active' (with quotes from Michelle Obama, Emmeline Pankhurst, and Maxine Waters, among others) to 'Feminist Iconography' with rainbow flags. Each pattern is marked with a cross-stitch icon denoting the project's difficulty level, ranging from one to six stitches, with the toughest project being, fittingly, a Rosie the Riveter pattern. Each design is clearly graphed, and Rohr encourages free adaptations. The patterns, 'bold and fierce' indeed, will speak to stitchers who share Rohr's spirit and convictions." --Publishers Weekly

"Like feminism, cross-stitch is for everyone, Rohr says in her first book of patterns. These creations follow the subversive cross-stitch theme first popularized by Julie Jackson (Subversive Cross Stitch, 2006): simple, traditional-looking patterns expressing surly sentiments. Standouts here include a folk-art inspired 'Don't Tell Me to Smile' and a sweet, floral pattern that proclaims 'A woman's place is in the Revolution' For crafters who appreciate Rohr's sense of humor, the rampant profanity (e.g., 'Feminist as Fuck') won't be a problem, and there are plenty of patterns that, like 'Reclaiming my time, ' are G-rated. The skill level required for each pattern is indicated, and the difficulty level progresses from those for beginning stitchers that use just a few colors to an impressive Rosie the Riveter for pros. Instructions and supply resources are well covered. Feminist Cross-Stitch is very much on-trend as a new generation discovers the joys of needlework, and libraries looking to freshen up their craft collections should start here." --Booklist

"Stephanie's book is a treasure--like having a best friend by your side teaching you the craft step by step. She truly understands the therapeutic value of reclaiming what was once traditional 'women's work' as a modern, empowering medium. Her designs are spot-on and well executed with clear, encouraging instructions. There are very few people who really 'get' subversive cross-stitch the way Stephanie does." --Julie Jackson, founder of Subversive Cross Stitch

About the Author


Stephanie Rohr—known in the craft world as stephXstitch—has been designing cross-stitch for over 10 years, and she started her business stephXstitch in 2010 (stephxstitch.com). Stephanie's designs have been featured on Cross-Stitcher magazine, Mr. X-Stitch, Huffington Post, BuzzFeed, Bust, and more. Stephanie lives in Chicago.

Reviews:

5.0 out of 5 stars Too much fun!

M.D. · June 21, 2024

Very nice, good for beginners and experienced stitchers. I *love* Rosie the Riviter! I'm so happy to see her included. I highly recommend you print a physical copy at a slightly larger than life-size. On real paper. I know, what a dinosaur! But you can easily mix and match motifs from various patterns by using the original cut and paste method. For example, I did this with another great x-stitch book, "The Crosstitchers Bible." I I liked the frame of one design, plus I needed a couple extra lines on my sampler to fit the frame I wanted to use. So I went to the copy shop and messed with scissors and tape until I had a clean, usable copy to tuck into my stitchery tote. It cost me a couple of dollars, as I used free ɓcolor copies, but it was well worth it.I have a sign on my wall that says, "We are the daughters of the Witches you didn't burn." I think it will look nice with some blue flowers from this book. Maybe the sunflowers? Copy Shop, here I come!!!Nice to use yourself, give away as a gift, or to make gifts.Worth buying or borrowing. Highly recommend. Readable and well illustrated.9/10 Unicorns 🦄 🦄🦄🦄🦄🦄🦄🦄🦄

5.0 out of 5 stars GET THIS BOOK, QUEEN

G. · June 11, 2020

Every strong person NEEDS this book.Since I have been self-isolating and quarantining myself, I figured I should try something I have always wanted to try - cross stitching! I found a tutorial at Walmart: it was a baby fox with the words "BE BRAVE LITTLE ONE" on it. I think it was made for a nursery (it was either that or "God Bless this House" oof). While it turned out nice and cute, I wanted something more... me! And this book is definitely me. It's probably the best thing I've purchased all year, and I've bought a lot of things... (you're welcome daddy Bezos).I followed the To-Do List pretty much exactly how it is in the book. I didn't have her colors specifically, but made do with what I had and how I wanted it to look. I also used her design for the flower border in the second pic, but customized the inside as I wanted it to be a gift for my grandma. This was my first time free handing letters tho, so please don't judge!!ANYWAYS: buy the book! Its worth every penny. The directions are nice and thorough. I love that she recommends what, where, and whom to buy from, and all of the extra detail she put into this. It's great for beginners, intermediate, and probably advanced cross stitchers too!!

5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic cross stitch book

s. · March 4, 2021

I adore this novel. It’s full of pretty, simple cross stitch patterns. They are all updated for our time, and apropos to today’s societal issues. The how-to section is thorough and concise. The only people who don’t like this book are whiny snowflakes who cry whenever anything changes (for the better), in order to be more relevant to the times, or pearl clutchers who faint at the sight of the ‘f-word’. (There are maybe four swear words in this novel, to be stitched in these patterns. But since we are grown ups and can handle these ‘naughty’ words, that shouldn’t be a problem, should it...?). Me and my family love the patterns in this novel, as do all my stitchy friends!

5.0 out of 5 stars Highly Recommend

H. · July 27, 2023

I love this book and Stephanie’s work!This is the first book I bought when I started cross-stitching less than a year ago and it has been a perfect introduction to the craft. The patterns are clear and easy-to-read. I also really love the difficulty scale for each pattern that allows you to choose projects based on your skill level. The tips, tricks, and resources Rohr shares also help to navigate cross-stitch more effectively.My favorite part has been bringing these gorgeous and affirming designs to life, and gifting them. I’m slowly making my way through each pattern in the book and loving every minute!

5.0 out of 5 stars Love the projects!

A.C. · February 9, 2019

I haven't made any of the projects yet, but I love the choices and already have a list of what to make next! This is very much a liberal-craftivist book, but I think that's a great thing and some of the quotes are so inspiring. I particularly love the 'nevertheless she persisted' and 'strong women: may we know them, may we be them, may we raise them' designs. I'm making the latter for a friend of mine who just had a little girl as my very first pick from the book. While most of the projects are pretty standard and expected (feminist/political quote with a pretty floral border), there are several unexpected standouts that are more interesting, including my favorite - a really detailed portrait style Rosie the Riveter I plan to make once I get a little more experience in cross-stitching!

4.0 out of 5 stars Lovely Patterns

K.M. · July 6, 2020

I'm excited to try out some of the patterns, they look quick enough to get me back in the cross stitching habit. I also appreciate the information in the beginning about the different stitches.The only draw back in the information on one of the patterns. It's a quote from A Midsummer Night's Dream, "Though she be but little, she is fierce". Unfortunately they misrepresented this as being a description of Helena, when it is in fact Helena describing Hermia. Oh well, it's not the end of the world. This pattern was the reason I bought the book, and thought that was funny.Doesn't detract from the patterns, so don't let it stop you from buying!

5.0 out of 5 stars Great tutorials at the beginning as well as awesome patterns

Y.M. · March 16, 2021

Pearl clutchers, beware. There is swearing in these pages.That being said, the book itself is an awesome resource for the tutorial at the beginning alone. The patterns are easy to follow and make quick works of art.Bolo initially shipped it with another book, which ended up wedged inside the cross stitch book, causing the spine to separate. They immediately shipped out another and return of the damaged book was as easy as dropping off at the UPS store next door to someplace I was going anyway. So kudos to Bolo for that as well.

Toll

E. · October 16, 2019

Ich lieebe dieses Buch. Enthält bessere Anleitung zum sticken als Bücher die ich aus dem Bastelladen habe. Süße Motive mit jeweils Erklärungen dabei. Auch für Anfänger wie mich super geeignet

Really funny and easy projects

A.M. · March 15, 2023

Loved it

What an awesome concept!

O.B. · December 9, 2021

Buy it for all the crafty women you know!

Fun designs for the feminist in all of us!

J.S. · March 14, 2019

This cross stitch book is filled with attractive designs that appeal to all levels of stitchers. The beginner will have no problem diving into these and for those with more advanced experience, it's nice to take a break from pages of tiny squares to stitch something that works up quickly.There are a variety of designs to give a broad appeal and the bright colours and bold fonts are sure to attract attention. These make great gifts and can be hung in an office, at home, or anywhere!The book includes helpful instruction for the beginning stitcher and a list of resources at the back. Definitely a great addition to any snarky stitcher's library.

Geweldig boek en hele leuke patronen!

L.L. · June 2, 2024

Boek is goed opgedeeld in verschillende secties en bij elk patroon staat een uitleg bij. Heel goed!

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Description:


Make a statement—and smash the patriarchy, one stitch at a time—with these 40 feminist-themed cross-stitching patterns!
 
Crafty activists will love this snarky book with its 40 irreverent, vintage-inspired cross-stitch patterns. Whether you want to proudly announce to the world that you're a nasty woman or remind others that a woman's place is in  the revolution, you’ll find edgy slogans, sharp one-liners, and cheeky images that make fabulous wall art or wonderful handmade gifts. An illustrated basics section will get you started, with information on materials, tools, techniques, and framing your finished pieces.
Read more

Editorial Reviews

Review

"'Nasty women' will find much to cross-stitch in Rohr's sharp-needled pattern book of designs for 'craftivist' feminists. After a childhood of traditional cross-stitching, Rohr began her 'subversive' cross-stitch career in 2010, moving it into higher gear after the 2016 presidential election. She declares that cross-stitch, once dismissed as mere 'women's work, ' is now being acknowledged both as an art form in its own right and as a way for crafters to 'express their opinions, show support for marginalized groups, and protest.' Rohr begins the book's instructional component by clearly covering the basics: Aida cloth, DMC floss, large-eyed tapestry needles, and hoops for tautness and/or framing. The 40 patterns fill chapters from 'Stitched Affirmations' ('Believe Women' and 'Smash the Patriarchy') to 'Sassy & Subversive' ('Don't Tell Me to Smile' resembles folk art); from 'Politically Active' (with quotes from Michelle Obama, Emmeline Pankhurst, and Maxine Waters, among others) to 'Feminist Iconography' with rainbow flags. Each pattern is marked with a cross-stitch icon denoting the project's difficulty level, ranging from one to six stitches, with the toughest project being, fittingly, a Rosie the Riveter pattern. Each design is clearly graphed, and Rohr encourages free adaptations. The patterns, 'bold and fierce' indeed, will speak to stitchers who share Rohr's spirit and convictions." --Publishers Weekly

"Like feminism, cross-stitch is for everyone, Rohr says in her first book of patterns. These creations follow the subversive cross-stitch theme first popularized by Julie Jackson (Subversive Cross Stitch, 2006): simple, traditional-looking patterns expressing surly sentiments. Standouts here include a folk-art inspired 'Don't Tell Me to Smile' and a sweet, floral pattern that proclaims 'A woman's place is in the Revolution' For crafters who appreciate Rohr's sense of humor, the rampant profanity (e.g., 'Feminist as Fuck') won't be a problem, and there are plenty of patterns that, like 'Reclaiming my time, ' are G-rated. The skill level required for each pattern is indicated, and the difficulty level progresses from those for beginning stitchers that use just a few colors to an impressive Rosie the Riveter for pros. Instructions and supply resources are well covered. Feminist Cross-Stitch is very much on-trend as a new generation discovers the joys of needlework, and libraries looking to freshen up their craft collections should start here." --Booklist

"Stephanie's book is a treasure--like having a best friend by your side teaching you the craft step by step. She truly understands the therapeutic value of reclaiming what was once traditional 'women's work' as a modern, empowering medium. Her designs are spot-on and well executed with clear, encouraging instructions. There are very few people who really 'get' subversive cross-stitch the way Stephanie does." --Julie Jackson, founder of Subversive Cross Stitch

About the Author


Stephanie Rohr—known in the craft world as stephXstitch—has been designing cross-stitch for over 10 years, and she started her business stephXstitch in 2010 (stephxstitch.com). Stephanie's designs have been featured on Cross-Stitcher magazine, Mr. X-Stitch, Huffington Post, BuzzFeed, Bust, and more. Stephanie lives in Chicago.

Reviews:

5.0 out of 5 stars Too much fun!

M.D. · June 21, 2024

Very nice, good for beginners and experienced stitchers. I *love* Rosie the Riviter! I'm so happy to see her included. I highly recommend you print a physical copy at a slightly larger than life-size. On real paper. I know, what a dinosaur! But you can easily mix and match motifs from various patterns by using the original cut and paste method. For example, I did this with another great x-stitch book, "The Crosstitchers Bible." I I liked the frame of one design, plus I needed a couple extra lines on my sampler to fit the frame I wanted to use. So I went to the copy shop and messed with scissors and tape until I had a clean, usable copy to tuck into my stitchery tote. It cost me a couple of dollars, as I used free ɓcolor copies, but it was well worth it.I have a sign on my wall that says, "We are the daughters of the Witches you didn't burn." I think it will look nice with some blue flowers from this book. Maybe the sunflowers? Copy Shop, here I come!!!Nice to use yourself, give away as a gift, or to make gifts.Worth buying or borrowing. Highly recommend. Readable and well illustrated.9/10 Unicorns 🦄 🦄🦄🦄🦄🦄🦄🦄🦄

5.0 out of 5 stars GET THIS BOOK, QUEEN

G. · June 11, 2020

Every strong person NEEDS this book.Since I have been self-isolating and quarantining myself, I figured I should try something I have always wanted to try - cross stitching! I found a tutorial at Walmart: it was a baby fox with the words "BE BRAVE LITTLE ONE" on it. I think it was made for a nursery (it was either that or "God Bless this House" oof). While it turned out nice and cute, I wanted something more... me! And this book is definitely me. It's probably the best thing I've purchased all year, and I've bought a lot of things... (you're welcome daddy Bezos).I followed the To-Do List pretty much exactly how it is in the book. I didn't have her colors specifically, but made do with what I had and how I wanted it to look. I also used her design for the flower border in the second pic, but customized the inside as I wanted it to be a gift for my grandma. This was my first time free handing letters tho, so please don't judge!!ANYWAYS: buy the book! Its worth every penny. The directions are nice and thorough. I love that she recommends what, where, and whom to buy from, and all of the extra detail she put into this. It's great for beginners, intermediate, and probably advanced cross stitchers too!!

5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic cross stitch book

s. · March 4, 2021

I adore this novel. It’s full of pretty, simple cross stitch patterns. They are all updated for our time, and apropos to today’s societal issues. The how-to section is thorough and concise. The only people who don’t like this book are whiny snowflakes who cry whenever anything changes (for the better), in order to be more relevant to the times, or pearl clutchers who faint at the sight of the ‘f-word’. (There are maybe four swear words in this novel, to be stitched in these patterns. But since we are grown ups and can handle these ‘naughty’ words, that shouldn’t be a problem, should it...?). Me and my family love the patterns in this novel, as do all my stitchy friends!

5.0 out of 5 stars Highly Recommend

H. · July 27, 2023

I love this book and Stephanie’s work!This is the first book I bought when I started cross-stitching less than a year ago and it has been a perfect introduction to the craft. The patterns are clear and easy-to-read. I also really love the difficulty scale for each pattern that allows you to choose projects based on your skill level. The tips, tricks, and resources Rohr shares also help to navigate cross-stitch more effectively.My favorite part has been bringing these gorgeous and affirming designs to life, and gifting them. I’m slowly making my way through each pattern in the book and loving every minute!

5.0 out of 5 stars Love the projects!

A.C. · February 9, 2019

I haven't made any of the projects yet, but I love the choices and already have a list of what to make next! This is very much a liberal-craftivist book, but I think that's a great thing and some of the quotes are so inspiring. I particularly love the 'nevertheless she persisted' and 'strong women: may we know them, may we be them, may we raise them' designs. I'm making the latter for a friend of mine who just had a little girl as my very first pick from the book. While most of the projects are pretty standard and expected (feminist/political quote with a pretty floral border), there are several unexpected standouts that are more interesting, including my favorite - a really detailed portrait style Rosie the Riveter I plan to make once I get a little more experience in cross-stitching!

4.0 out of 5 stars Lovely Patterns

K.M. · July 6, 2020

I'm excited to try out some of the patterns, they look quick enough to get me back in the cross stitching habit. I also appreciate the information in the beginning about the different stitches.The only draw back in the information on one of the patterns. It's a quote from A Midsummer Night's Dream, "Though she be but little, she is fierce". Unfortunately they misrepresented this as being a description of Helena, when it is in fact Helena describing Hermia. Oh well, it's not the end of the world. This pattern was the reason I bought the book, and thought that was funny.Doesn't detract from the patterns, so don't let it stop you from buying!

5.0 out of 5 stars Great tutorials at the beginning as well as awesome patterns

Y.M. · March 16, 2021

Pearl clutchers, beware. There is swearing in these pages.That being said, the book itself is an awesome resource for the tutorial at the beginning alone. The patterns are easy to follow and make quick works of art.Bolo initially shipped it with another book, which ended up wedged inside the cross stitch book, causing the spine to separate. They immediately shipped out another and return of the damaged book was as easy as dropping off at the UPS store next door to someplace I was going anyway. So kudos to Bolo for that as well.

Toll

E. · October 16, 2019

Ich lieebe dieses Buch. Enthält bessere Anleitung zum sticken als Bücher die ich aus dem Bastelladen habe. Süße Motive mit jeweils Erklärungen dabei. Auch für Anfänger wie mich super geeignet

Really funny and easy projects

A.M. · March 15, 2023

Loved it

What an awesome concept!

O.B. · December 9, 2021

Buy it for all the crafty women you know!

Fun designs for the feminist in all of us!

J.S. · March 14, 2019

This cross stitch book is filled with attractive designs that appeal to all levels of stitchers. The beginner will have no problem diving into these and for those with more advanced experience, it's nice to take a break from pages of tiny squares to stitch something that works up quickly.There are a variety of designs to give a broad appeal and the bright colours and bold fonts are sure to attract attention. These make great gifts and can be hung in an office, at home, or anywhere!The book includes helpful instruction for the beginning stitcher and a list of resources at the back. Definitely a great addition to any snarky stitcher's library.

Geweldig boek en hele leuke patronen!

L.L. · June 2, 2024

Boek is goed opgedeeld in verschillende secties en bij elk patroon staat een uitleg bij. Heel goed!

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