My commissions were usually announcements, new baby, weddings etc. This worked quite well because it was just for me. When I started designing my own patterns, to stitch commissions, I would use graph paper and Microsoft Excel. That you can buy cross stitch pattern software This is because the stitches are more compact and closer together on higher counts so less aida shows through. It took me a while to figure out that if I just stitched it on a higher count aida (16 count was fine) it eliminated this problem. But I don’t think stitches look quite as neat when using more than 2 strands, so I didn’t really want to do this. You could see the white aida through the black stitches.Īt first, I considered using more than the usual 2 strands of thread to stitch it. This also happened when I stitched some animals in all black thread on white, 14 count aida. When I stitched this hoop, I used 14 count aida and you could see lots of the black aida through the white stitches. To stitch contrasting colours of aida and thread on 16 count or higher aidaįor example, I had a Halloween kit that was black aida and glow in the dark thread (which is basically white). If I wanted to make this finished piece smaller and therefore cheaper, I could have stitched it on 16 or 18 count aida. For example, one of my first designs was a rainbow in an 8 inch hoop. When I learned, I just learned for the kit I had I didn’t need to know what the different counts meant.īut, if you want the same design to fit in a smaller space, you can stitch it on a higher count of aida. (The most typical count is 14 and is what I worked with when I started designing my own patterns).Īgain, this not something I knew when I was younger. And on 16 count there are 16 holes and so 15 stitches per inch of the aida. Holes per inch is the count, so on 14 count aida there are 14 holes per inch of the aida which means 13 stitches per inch. That there are different counts of aida, and what this means The trick is to pull it just tight enough so the “X” sits flat on the aida. This is something I did when I was younger, but also when I found stitching again in later life. On some of my old projects, you can see the pre-made holes on the aida even more prominently because I have pulled my needle so hard when I have been stitching (like the photo below). Don’t pull so hard when making/stitching your “X” I love using my creative side to make new designs and in the process of opening up an Etsy shop to see if other people like them too!” 7 Things I Wish I Knew Before I Started Cross Stitching: 1. Ttrufflemoo via Instagram commented “I’m an accountant by day and a cross stitcher by night. *Affiliate link – I only recommend products I love myself! Listen to the Episode: This month’s comments from you: And if you’re short on time then scroll to the bottom and pin the image for later! You can listen to the episode or scroll down to read the show notes/blog post. Some of them might seem quite obvious but if you are a beginner they may be quite new to you and hopefully help you to avoid the mistakes I made. | Return Home | Gift Certificates | Shop Calendar & Events | Classes | NEW NASHVILLE RELEASES 2023 | What's New | On Sale Now! | Fabric & Floss Of The Month Clubs | Needlework Fabric | Needlepoint Canvas | Magazines | Prefinished Items | Floss & Perle Cotton Collection | Stitchband, Patchmates & Crochetmates Collection | Needlework Books & Booklets | Needlework Ads | Leaflets, Designs & Chart Packs | Quilting & Punch Needle Kits | Holiday & Home Decor Collections | Contact Us | View Cart | GRAB BAG PAGE | ND SAVER CLUB | NJ NEEDLEFEST | Designer Class Series | Christmas in Williamsburg | NeedleFest Summer Getaway | Finishing Services | Summer in Williamsburg | Exclusive Sampler Scarf |Ĭopyright © 2023, NEEDLEWORKER'S DELIGHT / SILKWEAVER FABRICS.In this episode of The Cross Stitch Podcast, I’m talking about the 7 things I wish I knew before I started cross stitching. To join call us at (800) 931-4545 or email SURE TO ALSO CLICK ON OUR DESIGNER CLASS SERIES TAB FOR MORE AMAZING CLASSES!ĭue To Regulations - no classes are currently offered - we hope to resume in Jan 2021. We are a full line source of Zweigart's cross stitch and needlepoint products.
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