Cross Stitch and Needlework Know How

Glossary of Cross Stitch and Needlework Terms

Glossary of Cross Stitch and Needlework Terms

Glossary of Cross Stitch and Needlework Terms Aida – cotton fabric where groups of threads are woven evenly to form squares with easily visible holes where the threads cross. Backstitch...

Glossary of Cross Stitch and Needlework Terms

Glossary of Cross Stitch and Needlework Terms Aida – cotton fabric where groups of threads are woven evenly to form squares with easily visible holes where the threads cross. Backstitch...

Finishing and Framing Your Work

Finishing and Framing Your Work

Finishing and Framing your work 1. If it is absolutely necessary, it is possible to wash your work—use a mild detergent (not a biological washing powder) and warm water. Rinse...

Finishing and Framing Your Work

Finishing and Framing your work 1. If it is absolutely necessary, it is possible to wash your work—use a mild detergent (not a biological washing powder) and warm water. Rinse...

Why Use a Hoop or Frame

Why Use a Hoop or Frame

Why use a hoop or frame? Hoops and frames are necessary for all types of stitching where the fabric needs to be kept taut, they give better tension and help...

Why Use a Hoop or Frame

Why use a hoop or frame? Hoops and frames are necessary for all types of stitching where the fabric needs to be kept taut, they give better tension and help...

Types of Needle

Types of Needle

Types of Needle  There are many different kinds of needle available for all manner of sewing, here are some of the most popular. Tapestry Needles –the large eyes of the...

Types of Needle

Types of Needle  There are many different kinds of needle available for all manner of sewing, here are some of the most popular. Tapestry Needles –the large eyes of the...

Types of Cross Stitch Fabric

Types of Cross Stitch Fabric

Types of Cross Stitch Fabric There are two main types of fabric used for cross stitch, aida fabric and evenweave fabric. Aida fabric is 100% evenly woven cotton, groups of...

Types of Cross Stitch Fabric

Types of Cross Stitch Fabric There are two main types of fabric used for cross stitch, aida fabric and evenweave fabric. Aida fabric is 100% evenly woven cotton, groups of...

Types of Cross Stitch and Embroidery Thread

Types of Cross Stitch and Embroidery Thread

Thread Types Stranded cotton is the most popular thread for cross stitch and DMC have manufactured stranded cotton for over 100 years. DMC stranded cotton is made up of 6...

Types of Cross Stitch and Embroidery Thread

Thread Types Stranded cotton is the most popular thread for cross stitch and DMC have manufactured stranded cotton for over 100 years. DMC stranded cotton is made up of 6...