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Cross-Stitch Skill Guide

Thread the needle, frame your masterpiece, and earn Simoleons with every stitch!

📦 Required Pack: Cottage Living
🎨 Skill Type: Minor Skill (Max Level 5)


🎯 How to Start Cross-Stitching

To begin your Sim’s stitching journey:

  • 🧺 Buy a Cross-Stitch Kit from Build/Buy Mode or from the Finchwick Fair market stall.
  • 🪑 Place it in your Sim’s inventory or on a table.
  • 🧶 Click the kit and choose “Create Cross-Stitch” to get started!

You’ll gain experience by completing patterns. You can gift, display, or sell your creations — even at the Finchwick Fair for fame and fortune!


📈 Skill Level Progression

⭐ Level🧵 Unlocks
1️⃣Simple Patterns (Small, Medium, Large)
2️⃣Phrases & Mascots (Small, Medium, Large) – biggest unlock all at once!
3️⃣Nature Patterns (Small, Medium, Large)
4️⃣Food, Animals & Sims Patterns (All hoop sizes)
5️⃣Stitch from Reference – create custom designs based on in-game views

🧪 Cheats, Tips & Ideal Mood

📌 Category💬 Details
Cheatstats.set_skill_level Skill_CrossStitch 5
Best Mood🎨 Inspired – helps finish projects quicker and improves quality
Tips– Start with small patterns to gain skill faster
– Sell at the Finchwick Fair for extra profit and fame 🌟
– Some patterns are event-exclusive — visit festivals for surprises! 🎪

🎬 Videos & Gallery

📺 Coming soon!
🧵 Don’t forget to display or gift your favourite designs for wholesome moments and décor boosts.


🧠 Final Thoughts

The Cross-Stitch Skill brings peaceful, creative charm to your Sims’ lives. Whether you’re crafting a cosy cottage aesthetic or selling handmade art for Simoleons, cross-stitching is a sweet and satisfying side hustle.

🪡 From hoops to hearts, your Sim’s next masterpiece starts with a single stitch.

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