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Expert: Angela - 8/20/2008


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hi i have a kit which has 32 count linen but i do not like stitching on linen and was wondering if i could buy the
Aida instead but i do not know what count Aida to purchase

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Hello, Janine :)

You can use Aida for the design from you kit, no problem.  To determine the amount of Aida that you'll need, find the design size and add a minimum of 3" all around.  For instance... If your design size is 5"x7", you'll need to cut a piece of fabric 8"x10" in order to compensate for framing, and a little extra for your design.

I hope that helps.  Good luck, and happy stitching! :)

Sincerely,

Angela

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I have 22+ years of cross stitching experience, which includes stitching on Aida, evenweave linen, vinyl canvas, and have stitched a design on a cotton t-shirt using waste canvas. I have also worked with beads and blending filament in quite a few projects. I have made many projects which include cross stitched mugs, a keychain, pictures, magnets, and the cotton t-shirt. I can answer questions pertaining to preparing and cleaning fabric, preparing clothing for stitching, how many threads to be used on which Aida cloth, and will try to help you to the best of my ability with other questions you may have. I am prompt in my responses and usually answer within 24 hours from when you ask your question. I look forward to helping you. :)

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