To thread your needle, it’s easiest to use the DMC Needle Threader. Pulling out one thread at a time ensures your stitches are even and flat instead of twisted and rough. To recombine the two strands, hold them at one end and gently stroke to smooth them together. Continue to pull out the number of strands you need. To separate it into individual strands, pull one strand slowly out and up until it is free from the other strands. Slowly pull the end out from the skein to an 18” length of floss and cut it off. Refer to the chart for the number of strands.įind the end of the thread on your skein of DMC Floss. Many cross stitch designs on 14-count Aida fabric specify only two strands of floss, so you will need to separate them. For inspiration, look online, in printed stitching books and magazines, look at your favorite 8-bit designs and characters, or find more on our site here.ĭMC Embroidery Floss is composed of six strands that are twisted together, which are easy to divide. There are many designs and styles to choose from. Each square on the chart represents a stitch the stitch makes an “X” by pulling the thread diagonally through the holes at each corner, “crossing” the square. STEP ONE: CHOOSE YOUR DESIGN AND MATERIALSĬross stitch designs are created on charts with grids of equally sized squares, which match the even squares of Aida cross stitch fabric. You will also need a needle (or 2-3 in case you lose one!), small scissors, and an embroidery hoop. Cross stitch charts also lists the kind of fabric, colors of floss, and how many skeins of each you need. Each DMC thread color is represented by a symbol, so that you know when you see that symbol in the square of the chart, you know which thread color to use for that stitch. Cross stitch charts contain a key, that key shows you which DMC thread colors are used in the pattern. So, whether you're looking to elevate your game and take you stitching skills from "weekend warrior" to "DIY Diva" or simply looking to try a fun new craft, we have you covered! Check out this simple how-to and learn how more about this awesome skill.Ĭross Stitch patterns are typically called charts because designs are charted out by squares, each square represents a square on your Aida fabric and when the square is filled in, that means a stitch goes there. You can stitch everything from beautiful (even sassy) hoop art to deck out your home to one of a kind DIY gifts for your friends and family. It's rise in popularity comes as no surprise though, it's super fun, easy to learn and extremely versatile. Learn how to stitch cool cross stitches onto your clothing & accessoriesĬross stitch is back! Everywhere we go we keep seeing more and more people making wonderful handmade things with cross stitch.
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