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Stitch project pouch with cross stitch s

How to cross stitch

This PDF guide covers;

- the basics about fabric, needles and threads

- how to read a chart pattern

- starting a project

- starting and finishing a thread

- how to make the cross stitch

- how to do backstitch

- hints and tips

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It also comes as a download with all my patterns

How many strands of thread to use for cross stitch

This PDF guide covers;

 

- why the number of strands of thread matters and factors to consider when choosing the number of strands to use

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- what stitching 'X' over 'Y' is

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- examples of what stitching with different numbers of strands on different counts of fabric looks like

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- general guidelines for the number of strands to use depending on the fabric count

skein and strand with scissors and cross stitching in background.JPG
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