Hannah Braniff | Cross Stitcher and Creator at Hannah Hand Makes

The Cross Stitch Podcast

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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.

Author

Hannah Braniff | Cross Stitcher and Creator at Hannah Hand Makes

Category

Leisure

Podcast website

hannahhandmakes.com

Latest episode

Jun 26, 2026

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Episodes

10 Minute Cross Stitch Challenge Day 5 | S3E97 02.02.2024

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/

10 Minute Cross Stitch Challenge Day 4 | S3E96 01.02.2024

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

10 Minute Cross Stitch Challenge Day 3 | S3E95 31.01.2024

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/

10 Minute Cross Stitch Challenge Day 2 | S3E94 30.01.2024

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

10 Minute Cross Stitch Challenge Day 1 | S3E93 29.01.2024

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: ht...

What I've Been Reading Lately (December 2023) | S3E92 17.01.2024

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/

Hobbies I'm Planning This Christmas Season | S3E91 29.11.2023

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

Book Chat With Louise and Gab | S3E90 21.11.2023

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/

5 Ways to Stay Stress Free This Season | S3E89 08.11.2023

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/

How to Plan Your Christmas Projects | S3E88 03.11.2023

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/    

Should You Get Cross Stitch Software? | S3E87 17.10.2023

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...

What I've Been Reading Lately (October 2023) | S3E86 04.10.2023

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/

How to Plan Autumn Hobbies | S3E85 22.09.2023

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/

10 Must-Have Craft Supplies/Tools for Finishing | S3E84 12.09.2023

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

10 Reasons to Use Your Local Library | S3E83 01.08.2023

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/

Woodland Wander SAL | Mini Episode 20.07.2023

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

10 Finishing Ideas for Cross Stitch Designs | S3E82 20.07.2023

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...

What I've Been Reading Lately (July 2023) | S3E81 12.07.2023

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/

How to Stop Feeling Guilty | S3E80 04.07.2023

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/

How to Plan Your Summer Reading List | S3E79 21.06.2023

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/

Accountability in Cross Stitch | S3E78 08.06.2023

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/

How to Organise Your WIP Projects | S3E77 11.05.2023

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 .

What I've Been Reading Lately | S3E76 05.05.2023

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

100 Days of Cross Stitching Challenge | S3E75 31.03.2023

Grab the links and your free PDF here: https://hannahhandmakes.com/blogs/100-days-of-cross-stitching-challenge/

Cross Stitch Rut - How to Get Out and Stay Out | S3E74 21.03.2023

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/

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