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Most fabric comes with care instructions - follow those if available.
Otherwise, if the fabric has not been hand-dyed you can probably wash it as normal. Best to stick to 40 degrees celsius or below, and to a synthetic cycle or hand-wash if you are not sure about the composition of the fabric.
After stitching if you are not using hand dyed thread or hand dyed fabric, take the item and run it through cool water in a dish washing detergent like Dawn. I use a backing dish with a few drops of Dawn and water and put the design in the water and take it in and out, in and out to soak it and to get the dirt and elements off it. Rinse under water over and over. I say until you would drink the water going through the fabric. DO NOT WRING. let it air dry then iron with a piece of broadcloth between the back and the iron.
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Where could someone purchase a counted cross stitch kit?
There are many places where one can purchase a counted cross stitch kit. One can purchase a counted cross stitch kit at popular on the web sources such as Walmart and Etsy.
What is cross stitching?
Cross-stitch is a popular form of counted-thread embroidery in which X-shaped stitches are used to form a picture. Cross-stitch is usually executed on easily countable evenweave fabric. The stitcher counts the threads in each direction so that the stitches are of uniform size and appearance. This form of cross-stitch is also called counted cross-stitch in order to distinguish it from other forms of cross-stitch. Sometimes cross-stitch is done on designs printed on the fabric (stamped cross-stitch); the stitcher simply stitches over the printed pattern.
What is the meaning of a Christmas cross stitch?
A cross stitch is a form of embroidery using counted threads. The threads are used to create X shaped stitches in a pattern that is used to create a picture. A Christmas cross stitch is a cross stitch design that contains a picture that is associated with Christmas.
Where was cross stitch invented?
I make coasters and greeting cards using cross-stitch inserts. Cross stitch is commonly used to decorate baby clothing, such a bibs and quilts. It is also used extensively on women's clothing on collars, sleeves, and necklines. Cross stitching is often used to accentuate seams on slacks and vests. An over-all cross stitch pattern is used to decorate placemats, table cloths, and bedspreads, and cross stitch wall hangings. It is also very popular on Christmas stockings and to accent gift items. Counted cross stitch has been around for centuries and young girls in the early 1800's used linen and thread to create samplers of words and sayings. There are samplers from young girls as young as eight or ten that are surfacing at antique auctions and drawing big bucks. Cross Stitch can be either counted (where you use a paper pattern and count the stitches onto Aida or Linens) or stamped cross stitch meaning it is stamped on a fabric and you stitch over the inked area.
What has the author Jane Greenoff written?
Jane Greenoff has written: 'The Cross Stitcher's Bible' 'Cross stitching on linen' -- subject(s): Linen finishing, Patterns, Flowers in art, Cross-stitch 'Cross Stitch Castles and Cottages' -- subject(s): Patterns, Cross-stitch 'Cross Stitch Antique Style Samplers' 'Our world in cross stitch' -- subject(s): Patterns, Juvenile literature, Cross-stitch '100 cross stitch patterns to mix-and-match' -- subject(s): Patterns, Cross-stitch, Toy and movable books 'At home with cross stitch' -- subject(s): Patterns, Cross-stitch 'The Cross Stitcher's Bible Project Book' 'Celebration cross stitch' -- subject(s): Patterns, Holiday decorations, Cross-stitch '55 Country Cross Stitch Charts' 'Victorian cross stitch' -- subject(s): Cross-stitch, Needlework, Victorian, Patterns, Victorian Needlework
What is counted needlepoint?
Counted needlepoint, like counted cross stitch, is done using a chart that shows every stitch you will be making, and each stitch corresponds to a thread on the canvas. You count the number of threads across or down the canvas, and you place the stitches on the threads according to the chart. For instruction on how to do counted needlepoint, choose from one of these sites: http://www.needlepointers.com/ShowArticles.aspx?NavID=837
What are some of the best beginner to intermediate books for cross stitch patterns?
There are many books for cross stitch patterns level beginner to intermediate. Some interesting titles are "The ABC's of Cross Stitch", "Teach Me to Stitch" and "Cross Stitch for Beginners".
Where to purchase Kincaids design for counted cross stitch?
Try here <a href="http://www.thecranberrycupboard.com"> The Cranberry Cupboard</a> good luck
does this do cross stitch?
This model of Singer sewing machine does not offer a cross stitch function.
What has the author Jo Verso written?
Jo Verso has written: 'Cross stitch cards & keepsakes' -- subject(s): Patterns, Greeting cards, Cross-stitch 'World of Cross Stitch' 'Barnstable and Ilfracombe' 'Jo Verso's world of cross stitch' -- subject(s): Patterns, Cross-stitch 'JoVerso's complete cross stitch course' -- subject(s): Cross-stitch, Patterns 'Jo Verso 10 Copy C/Pack-Full' 'Yeovil and Frome'
Where can one find cross stitch charts?
Cross stitching is quite a popular form of embroidery and has quite the following. There are many sites that have cross stitch charts for sale such as cross-stitch-charts.
How many yards are in cross stitch skein?
how many yards are in a skein of cross stitch thread
