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What is the difference from 11 count and 14 count aida fabric for cross stitch?
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I have a cross stitch pattern for 28 count cloth what is the size cloth needed for a 14 count cloth?
Most cross stitch patterns for 28 count fabric are designed to be stitched "over two" - that is each stitch goes over two threads of the fabric. If this is the case for your pattern, then you can stitch "over one" on 14 count fabric and the pattern will be exactly the same size.
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.
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.
Can you reduce a cross stitch pattern to fit a certain area?
Cross stitch patterns are usually grids that show the placement and color of the stitch. If you make 5 stitches per nch, your work will be very large. If you use the same pattern, on 10 stitches per inch, it will be smaller. The more stitches per inch you use, the smaller your picture will be. most cross stitch is done on "aida cloth" - fabric with the little squares easy to see and use - it is rated according to how many little squares fit in one inch. (eg: 14 count aida cloth has 14 little squares in one inch, 10 count has ten squares per inch, etc) the count of the cloth you use will effect the size of the finished cross stitch. the SMALLER you want the finished picture, the LARGER the count needs to be.
What is the name of the hand embroidery?
Embroidery is the handicraft of decorating fabric or other materials with needle and thread or yarn. Chain stitch, buttonhole or blanket stitch, running stitch, satin stitch and cross stitch are some fundamental techniques of hand embroidery.
In counted cross stitching what is the stitch count?
When you see a counted cross stitch pattern you will see the stitch count in numbers. Many times it will say for example 140 h by 48 w. H is for Height and W for width. To figure out the what your size will be, you divide the number of the stitches into the size of your fabric. Cross stitch fabric comes in six, seven, eight, ten, eleven, fourteen (the most common), sixteen, eighteen, twenty and 22 count. This means there are that many blocks per inch. So if you are working on a piece of Aida 14 you take 140 by 14 and your design will be ten inches tall and 48 divided by 14 will make it 4 inches wide. (Make sure you leave at least two and a half inches on each side so five inches total to the design for finishing or framing). Now if the fabric is ten count (ten squares per inch) then this same design would be 14 inches by almost 5 inches.
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 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".
What is an Aida cloth?
An Aida cloth is a variety of open-weave, even-weave fabric with a natural mesh, used for cross-stitch embroidery.
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'
What are different types of stitches definition?
Chain stitch - hand or machine stitch for seams or decoration Lock stitch Straight stitch - Straight stitches pass through the fabric ground in a simple up and down motion, and for the most part moving in a single direction. ZigZag stitch Stretch stitch Cover stitch Running stitch - a hand stitch for seams and gathering Back stitch - a sturdy hand stitch for seams and decoration Satin stitch Outline stitch Cross stitch - usually used for decoration, but may also be used for seams
