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Italic textCross-stitch is a popular form of counted-thread embroidery in which X-shaped stitches are used to form a picture. Other stitches are also commonly used in cross-stitch, among them, 1/4, 1/2 and 3/4 stitches and backstitches. Cross-stitch is usually executed on easily countable evenweave fabric, or more rarely on non-countable fabric, on which a countable fabric is applied that is removed later, by drawing out every thread of it under the embroidery. This fabric is called waste canvas. 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 also done on designs printed on the canvas, showing every single cross (stamped cross-stitch).
Modern cross-stitch
Description of the technique
Cross-stitch embroiderers frequently use an even-weave fabric of linen or cotton and work from charts on graph paper. Cross-stitching can also be worked on purpose made cotton Aida cloth which is available in 11, 14, 16, 18, and 22 count sizes and many different colours. The sizes of Aida and Evenweave types denote the approximate number of threads woven per inch. Special vinyl weaves and perforated paper products are also available as well as waste canvas which is used to transfer the embroidery to other fabrics e.g. to decorate clothing. The size of a piece of embroidery can be changed by using a fabric with another count size. More on [ Cross-stitch ]
Vintage inspired leather bag. Patchwork design with cross stitch accents. http://bit.ly/7dAXfG #tweetshop
Inspirations_07 (Inspiration Station) Thu, 07 Jan 2010 04:44:30 -0000
Vintage inspired leather bag. Patchwork design with cross stitch accents. http://bit.ly/7dAXfG #tweetshop
Dh is reading grrl to sleep so I am working on evil genius cross stitch. Really hope it works out!
leftwingedmama (Heather Greig) Thu, 07 Jan 2010 04:41:48 -0000
Dh is reading grrl to sleep so I am working on evil genius cross stitch. Really hope it works out!
It's time for a nature hike. Not sure what will see. Maybe some cross stitch raccoon cubs. Let's take a look: http://bit.ly/5k7Mgf
abullrun (abullrun) Thu, 07 Jan 2010 03:36:48 -0000
It's time for a nature hike. Not sure what will see. Maybe some cross stitch raccoon cubs. Let's take a look: http://bit.ly/5k7Mgf
Knocked Up Diary: 25th Week: My List of Hobbies: Cross Stitch (would be about baby girl, name Sofia, religious, an... http://bit.ly/4w0ca1
icrossstitch (Cross Stitcher) Thu, 07 Jan 2010 03:16:56 -0000
Knocked Up Diary: 25th Week: My List of Hobbies: Cross Stitch (would be about baby girl, name Sofia, religious, an... http://bit.ly/4w0ca1
Since I finally bought a digital camera (well 2 after losing the 1st), here's pics of some 2009 cross stitch projects! http://bit.ly/630ygq
jenlrile (Jenn Riley) Thu, 07 Jan 2010 02:41:47 -0000
Since I finally bought a digital camera (well 2 after losing the 1st), here's pics of some 2009 cross stitch projects! http://bit.ly/630ygq
RT @MaMaMammoo: The Portable Crafter by Liz Turner Diehl (Cross-Stitch)http://bit.ly/6r6Y31
Cathey304 (Cathey Foley) Thu, 07 Jan 2010 02:41:16 -0000
RT @MaMaMammoo: The Portable Crafter by Liz Turner Diehl (Cross-Stitch)http://bit.ly/6r6Y31
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Exemplum Samplers - Information and history of antique English samplers, including the meaning of motifs.
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Karen's Kards - Handmade greeting cards.
Keep Me in Stitches - Handcrafted refrigerator magnets.
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Nice Stitch - Offers finished pictures and cards.
Stitched Expressions - Offering items such as pillows and wall hangings.
Xstitched - Finished pieces by LL, Mirabilia, Paula Vaughan, and Ellen Maurer Stroh.
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