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Learn how to cross stitch

The design is counted from a chart, not marked on the fabric in any way. Each square on the chart corresponds to a "woven square" on the fabric with a hole in each corner.

Each thread color is represented by a different symbol on the chart. For example black may be a solid black square symbol, where red may be an empty heart shape.

After working a number of stitches you may find the thread is getting twisted. Just let the needle and thread dangle from your work for a moment or two and it will untwist itself.

As I finish an area of color, or run out of; thread, I try to fasten off underneath the same color to avoid it showing through.

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Graph-This is the pattern or design you choose to stitch. There are thousands to choose form.
Evenweave fabric-The fabric for cross stitch is woven in an even manner so you know exactly where to place your needle.
Floss-Embroidery floss is a cotton thread used for stitching. Floss has 6 strands, but usually you will use only 2 strands at a time for stitching and 1 strand for backstitching.
Embroidery hoop-A plastic embroidery hoop is helpful to hold the fabric while you stitch. Remove the fabric from the hoop when you are not stitching to keep from getting "hoop marks."

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