I have been working with thread since I was in 5th grade and self-taught. I mostly cross-stitch but I also work in other forms of embroidery. I have dabbled in latch hook, punch needle, and crochet. I also design patterns for cross-stitching as long as I am provided artwork to work from.
I am also self-taught in beadwork. I am usually sewing beads to each other rather than to a piece of fabric or other material.