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Hi, Stitchers!
We’re so happy to introduce this month’s featured designer, Oksana from nathnolu! Oksana is a cross stitch designer from Cyprus, and she specializes in beautiful, colorful animals and seasonal designs. It may feel a little too early to be thinking about Christmas, but I promise it’ll be here before you know it. Besides, it’s still Halloween-esque if it’s a little ghost, right? And if you want to make him a holiday matched set, his little Halloween friend would be perfect for the occasion.
Just for our subreddit, Oksana is offering 25% off all digital patterns on her Etsy, thru October 31, using code: REDDIT25.
Q&A
Who are you?
Hi! I am Oksana: cross stitch designer and creator of nathnolu.
How did you get started cross stitching?
Years ago, I needed to find a way to rest from my job as a lead engineer. My first embroidery piece was a Mill Hill kit. Beads, stitches of all kinds, and punched paper - the “perfect” beginner’s kit.
When and how did you start designing?
About 5 years ago or more. I was already thoroughly into cross stitch and I became interested in creating something of my own. My first pattern was a rainbow beetle. A surprising choice - because at the time I was terribly afraid of insects.
Where do you find your inspiration?
I am inspired by the world around me, the people, the artwork, the music.
Describe your designs using only adjectives.
Cute, creepy, cosy, mystical, unusual
What cross stitch project did you have the most fun designing and why?
My favourite at the moment is my latest work Ghostly Friendship. I used new colour combinations and am incredibly excited about this piece.
What is your favorite DMC floss color?
I like everyone - seriously! And I have to try them all in my patterns.
Where can we find you on the internet?
Oksana is one of our very own users, so please tag u/nathnolu in your replies so she sees them!
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