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The joy of shipping! XStitch 14 is done and while it is not dusted I'm really looking forward to you all seeing it!

The crowd are going absolutely nuts as Swiss wunderkind Henri Raclette looks set to take the world title away from the Icelandic warrior Sigmund Bjornsson! Could the big guy make a surprise dash to the finish! let's find out! #stickyfeettoys #dramaticfinale #ineedtogetoutmore

Can Icelandic Foot Flop legend Sigmund Bjornsson claw back the lead that Swiss upstart Henri Raclette has built up? This is the most tense finale in living memory! #stickyfeettoys #dramaticfinale

Who will take the title in this year's final? Will it be Icelandic legend Sigmund Bjornsson, or can the sensational Henri Raclette round off an amazing year with a victory? Let's find out! #stickyfeettoys #indoorsports #dramaticfinale #toyracing

Something like a teaser for the next Designer Discourse video, but with a festive twang that I can't explain.

A bit of a ramble while being on a bit of a ramble.

The next issue of XStitch is out soon and we are upping the game in terms of user friendliness for the stitcher! What do you think of this concept? #magazinedesign #interactivepdf #crossstitchmagazine

Maybe I'm setting myself up for a fall, but this year's home made advent calendar is Lego-tastic! #dadtube

Jamie "Mr X Stitch" Chalmers explains the back story that led to him starting XStitch Magazine. If you want to learn to cross stitch, there's only one book you need - The Mr X Stitch Guide to Cross Stitch! It's packed with tips, techniques, wit, wisdom and over 30 designs…

Just promise me you'll keep a spare key with a friendly neighbour! #lifelessons

You gotta love an impending deadline, right? Never is my office as tidy as when a project needs finishing! What's your relationship with procrastination?

A quick previous of who I'm interviewing in the future for my Designer Discourse series! Who do you think I should interview? #crossstitch #designconversation

What's your favourite cross stitch book and why? #crossstitch #bookideas

I won't lie, I'm not the most religious person in the world, but with two small kids in the house, it's important to ground all the Christmas craziness so they understand the true story. Welcome to our nativity scene. There may be some slight embellishments.

Reflecting on the recent designer discourse with Melarise and how she used Pinterest to bring in a lot of traffic! If you want to power your Pinterest game, give Tailwind a try via this link and you'll get a $15 credit to begin with - it's a game changer! https://www.tailwindapp.com/i/mrxstitch…

Welcome to another Designer Discourse where Jamie "Mr X Stitch" Chalmers interviews Spanish cross stitch designer Melarise to explore her creative process and her perspective on the world of cross stitch. You can see more of Melarise at her website: https://www.melarise.com We also mention: Plastic Little Covers - cross stitch…

A quick shout out to one of the best books on creativity that I've read in ages! Seth Godin's The Practice is a collection of short essays that will resonate with anyone who appreciates the creative process. Get your copy via Bookshop (and support indie bookshops) here: https://uk.bookshop.org/books/the-practice/9780241470046?aid=3966 Or via…

What's your strategy for buying gifts on behalf of your young children? Answers are much appreciated! #daddydaycare #Christmas #dailyvlog

Taking a moment to enjoy the sunset and tell you about the new Designer Discourse that's dropping on Saturday! Have a nice weekend folks!

Canals are clever bits of engineering and the way locks work to help people travel up and down hills is simple and brilliant. Here's a hasty explanation! #canal #canallocks #victorianengineering #dailyvlog

I was going for another moment of Zen and then the dog did a poo. No edits in these daily vlogs, yo!

The joy of completing a project and the accompanying relaxation. Who would have thought? How do you celebrate your successes? #xstitchmag #Kickstarter #entrepreneurship

Literally the only thing I've stitched this year for fun. Ah the joys of turning a hobby into your business! For more excellent tapestry designs check out hannahbass.com #tapestry #creativityfound #needlepoint #hannahbass #MrXStitch

Very pleased to be sending out the #Kickstarter supported calendars and needle minders! If you don't know what I'm taking about, you missed a brilliant Kickstarter campaign! But fear not, you can still get your hands on a limited edition calendar featuring thirteen exclusive designs from some of my favourite…