Let’s be honest. When you’re thinking of the coolest ways to spend your time, “cross stitching” probably doesn’t make the list. Often associated with grandmas, or knitting groups, or arts & crafts classes, cross stitches are the exact kind of kitsch that Kids Today love to make fun of.
Or so you would THINK!
Cross stitches have been long overdue for an update, and that’s exactly what they’ve gotten. From R-rated sayings to pop culture characters to memes, cross stitch has changed. Your grandma might not go near some of these 20 “updated” cross stitches, but we’re willing to bet they’ll make her laugh.
1. Drinking Buddy
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2. Know Your Microbes
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3. I’mma Let You Finish
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4. Dolla Dolla Bill, Y’all
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5. Worthwhile Pursuits
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6. Aim For The Head!
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7. Dangerous Mind
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8. Let It Fly
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9. Ziggy Stardust
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10. She’s seen him in his underwear too many times.
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11. Well I’m not sitting on THAT couch.
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12. Y’all Ready For This?
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13. Heeeeere’s Johnny!
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14. A Cross Stitch About Nothing
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15. Another Cross Stitch About Nothing
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16. “Duder,” and “El Duderino” are also acceptable.
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17. Words Of Wisdom From Dr. Ellie Sattler
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18. It’s Party Time
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19. A Writer’s Revenge
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20. And finally, I have a birthday coming up. Hint, hint.
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h/t: Messy Nessy Chic