Cross Stitch Basics
Cross Stitch Basics gives the most basic information of all, including advice for stitchers using evenweave fabric for the first time. Fabrics for counted cross stitch fall into two categories: aida and evenweave (including evenweave linen).
Aida is woven in regular blocks, and evenweave is woven in single threads. Once learnt, the simple technique of working with evenweave gives scope for using many more interesting stitches, and for stitching with fabrics such as linen. A basic guide to threads and fabrics is included below.
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