# The World of Cross Stitching — Fun Cross-Stitch Patterns

> Cross-stitch patterns, advice, and community for all skill levels. (iPhone/iPad app by Our Media Limited.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-world-of-cross-stitching/id485739328 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Our Media Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1702229453)
- Category: Lifestyle, Magazines & Newspapers
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.60/5 from 129 App Store ratings · 124 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 16.0 · 54 MB
- Languages: American English, German (Germany)
- Released: 2012-10-09
- Data updated: 2026-08-27
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-world-of-cross-stitching/id485739328/reviews.md

## What is The World of Cross Stitching?

The World of Cross Stitching brings together craft experts and a community of stitchers to help you create fabulous cross stitch patterns, from traditional and stylish to cute and pretty. Whether you’re an expert stitcher or just beginning, The World of Cross Stitching is with you every stitch of the way. 

Inside every issue: 

• At least 70 superb designs
• Your favourite designers
• Essential cross stitch advice
• Inspirational reader stories

Subscriptions and Single Issues

Customers can buy single issues and subscriptions using In App Purchase
 
Subscriptions are available on monthly or annual terms.
 
• Your subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current subscription period 
• You will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period, for the same duration and at the current subscription rate for that product 
• You can manage your subscriptions and turn off auto-renewal by going to your Account Settings after purchase 
• No cancellation of the current subscription is allowed during active subscription period. This does not affect your statutory rights
• Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when you purchase a subscription
• The app may offer a free trial. At the end of the free trial period, the full price of the subscription will be charged thereafter. Cancellations must occur 24 hours before the end of the subscription period to avoid being charged. Visit http://support.apple.com/kb/ht4098 for more information.

The subscription will include the current issue if you do not already own it and subsequently published future issues. Payment will be charged to your iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. 

If you would like more information or support please visit our App support page https://www.ourmediaapps.co.uk/apps-faqs/

Our Media Ltd Privacy Policy and Terms of Use:
https://policies.ourmedia.co.uk/privacy-policy/
https://policies.ourmedia.co.uk/website-terms-and-conditions/

* please note: this digital edition does not include the covermount gifts or supplements you would find with printed copies*

## Key features

- 70+ superb cross-stitch designs per issue
- Designs from favorite stitch artists
- Essential cross-stitch advice
- Inspirational reader stories
- Monthly and annual subscription options
- Single issue purchases available

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1-Month Subscription | $4.99 | per month |
| The World of Cross Stitching | $4.99 | per month |
| 12-Month Subscription Bundle | $49.99 | per year |
| 12-Month Subscription | $50.99 | per year |
| 3-Month Subscription | $15.99 | per 3 months |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| November 2012 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Christmas 2013 | $4.99 | one-time |
| July 2015 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Free Issue | Free | one-time |
| February 2016 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Complete Your Collection | $59.99 | one-time |
| Complete Your Collection | $59.99 | one-time |
| March 2024 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Issue 346 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Issue 347 | $5.99 | one-time |
| May 2025 | $5.99 | one-time |
| April 2025 | $5.99 | one-time |
| March 2025 | $6.99 | one-time |
| February 2025 | $5.99 | one-time |
| January 2025 | $5.99 | one-time |
| December 2024 | $5.99 | one-time |
| October 2024 | $5.99 | one-time |
| Issue 296 - August 2020 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Issue 349 - September 2024 | $5.99 | one-time |
| December 2019 | $4.99 | one-time |


## What do users think of The World of Cross Stitching?

Overall sentiment: negative

**Pros**

- 🌟 Great magazine with creative patterns
- 📱 Convenient digital format
- 🔍 Ability to zoom in on patterns
- 🖨️ Printing patterns for offline use

**Cons**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and stability issues
- 🔒 Difficulty accessing purchased content
- 💸 Expensive subscription fees
- 🕰️ Slow loading times
- 🤔 Confusing user interface
- 📤 Lack of printing/exporting options

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Unable to access purchased issues
- App crashes on launch or when loading content
- Inconsistent behavior after updates

**Most requested features**

- Add bookmark/favorites feature
- Improve search and browsing functionality
- Provide better customer support channels
- Offer more affordable subscription options

## Recent user reviews (10 of 124)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-world-of-cross-stitching/id485739328/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Zero customer service

*2024-10-10, version 8.3*

Annual subscriber having just paid $50.99 subscription fee yet an locked out of new issues posting since my renewal.  Multiple requests to correct issue have gone unresolved.  DO NOT DO BUSINESS WITH THIS ENTITY.  Unless you’ve got money to throw away into the ether.  What a disappointment.

### 1/5 — So annoying

*2023-04-24*

I have this apps for a long time now, living in Canada was so hard to get the magazine or getting it like 2-3 month after everyone so i went digital.  I also had the crazy and gold, which stopped to be supported and now are under the same apps, which keep bugging. It is so frustrating to open the app, see the first page of magazine and trying to scroll down to see older magazine and apps keep load and doing nothing.  Really don’t say it is new and under development when this has been here for more then 3 years…..  trying to save tree and space some time isnt fun at all, and not usefull specially when you buy all the stuff and now you can’t even open the magazine…

**Developer response:** Thank you for getting in touch. Apologies you're having trouble using your App, if you would please get in touch via this form https://www.immediateapps.co.uk/digital-contact-form/ we can help you with this issue. Many thanks

### 1/5 — Unhelpful Developer

*2023-03-13*

In app purchases don't unlock content, spent over 100$ and nothing unlocked. Followed in app directions and tried restoring purchases and contacting support.

Immediate media support not helpful.

**Developer response:** Thank you for getting in touch. Apologies you're having trouble using your App, if you would get in touch via this form https://www.immediateapps.co.uk/digital-contact-form/ we can help you with this issue. Many thanks

### 5/5 — Updated Review

*2022-11-04*

I have been trying to both download the free issue (no. 325) and purchase an issue but I keep getting an error message as follows: Error Purchase failed. No issue was purchased and no transaction initiated. Please try again I have enough storage space and a strong internet connection. Help!

November 4/22

I am not sure what has changed but I am now able to download issues. Thanks for responding so quickly.

**Developer response:** Thank you for getting in touch. Apologies you're having trouble using your App, if you would get in touch via this form https://www.immediateapps.co.uk/digital-contact-form/ we can troubleshoot this issue. Many thanks

### 2/5 — Login?!

*2021-09-19*

What reason to make register system just to see back issues?

### 1/5 — Poor service lost all purchases made in App

*2021-09-07*

Don’t buy or use..  lost all previously purchased magazines.  Customer service unresponsive.  If you make an in App purchase, you are wasting your money

### 3/5 — App update

*2021-08-13*

Update:  I’ll give it one more star because there is now a printer icon.  However, there is no ability to use the full AirPrint function and print to a PDF so worthless to me.  I could do that before the update even though it was 1 page at a time.  I’m back to screen shots to GoodNotes so I can zoom in and mark off.  

I was excited about the update because of the printing. I could print but just 1 page at a time so figured I would be able to print the entire pattern. App updated and now there is NO printing function. There is also no Read Mode that was described in the email and the App Guide - just a table of contents. Magazine is still great. Severely disappointed in app.

**Developer response:** Thanks for letting us know about your experience - we have now fixed this issue & printing is visible to all users inside the new app version (7.0.1). 

You can also access Read Mode by double tapping on the 
page when inside an issue. Please update and let us know what you think!

### 1/5 — Never a response

*2021-08-12*

Never get a decent response - I cannot access the back issues of this magazine that I have paid for. I email and the response doesn’t help.  The people don’t want to help and I cannot get my subscriber number. Fed up

### 1/5 — Disappointed

*2021-08-07*

I thought I’d download a digital magazine instead of buying a paper one, where a lot of the content may go unused. I wish I’d never bothered and I feel I’ve wasted my money. I can’t open the magazine on a Kindle Fire. And since the recent upgrade there’s now no option to print from the magazine (i.e can’t print patterns) and the links have gone so you have to scroll through each page until you get to the one you want. I’m really disappointed. This could be so much better.

### 3/5 — Great app, beware of updating

*2021-08-06*

My only gripe is my experience with updating the app.
I love the magazine and have the full catalogue of issues, and had recently downloaded them all to ensure I could read them whenever I like. I had quite a few bookmarks too for the patterns I’d like to do in the future. Upon updating, the app has deleted all of my downloads and all of my bookmarks so I have lost everything. Very frustrating!
All that being said, for those considering getting the app and digital issues, the magazine is great and the app is very readable, with nice features such as being able to tap in key areas to flip to pages of interest. With the new update there is also now a search feature which is very helpful. 

I recommend the app, old users should just be wary of updating if they don’t want to lose bookmarks and downloads.

## Frequently asked questions about The World of Cross Stitching

### What is The World of Cross Stitching app?

This app provides a digital platform for cross-stitch enthusiasts, offering a wide array of patterns, advice from experts, and inspirational content. It aims to support both novice and experienced stitchers in their creative journey.

### What kind of content can I find in the app?

Each issue features at least 70 superb cross-stitch designs from favorite designers, along with essential cross-stitch advice and inspirational reader stories. The content is curated to cater to various tastes, from traditional to modern styles.

### How can I purchase content or subscriptions?

You can purchase single issues or subscribe using In App Purchase. Subscriptions are available on monthly or annual terms. The app may also offer a free trial period before charging for a subscription.

### Can I cancel my subscription?

Yes, you can manage your subscriptions and turn off auto-renewal by going to your Account Settings after purchase. Cancellations must occur at least 24 hours before the end of the current subscription period to avoid being charged for the next term.

### Is this app compatible with my device?

The app is designed for mobile devices and can be downloaded through app stores. For specific compatibility details, it's recommended to check the app's listing on your device's app store or visit the provided support page for more information.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 8.4 — 2025-08-29

This update includes bugfixes and necessary compatibility improvements. Please download to ensure your app remains fully functional.

### 8.3 — 2023-08-01

We are always making improvements to our app, so keep updating to make sure you're on the latest version. This new update includes general bug fixes and performance improvements.

### 8.2 — 2022-12-22

Our latest update contains a log in bug fix to make your app experience as smooth and enjoyable as possible. We are always making improvements to our app, so keep updating to make sure you're on the latest version.

### 8.0.0 — 2022-11-22

Thanks for using our app! In our latest update you'll find some general bug fixes to make your reading experience more reliable.

### 7.0.1 — 2021-08-11

Thanks for using the The World of Cross Stitching Magazine app! Here are the latest enhancements you’ll find in our update:

*Printing: AirPrint is now available so you can print out patterns at home

We’re constantly looking for ways to improve our app and make it more reliable for you. We’d love to hear your questions, suggestions or feedback. Email us at: appsfaq@buysubscriptions.com

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