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Expert: Angela - 10/7/2009


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I'm beginning a project that is to be stitched on 32 ct. linen.  The pattern didn't specify if it should be 1 or 2 strands of DMC floss per stitch.  I started out using 2 strands of floss, but I'm finding that the stitches feel tight against each other and the stitches look 'crowded.'  I did  a few stitches using 1 strand of DMC floss, which I thought looked OK, but I'm not sure if this is correct.

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Hello, Dorothy :)

The normal amount of strands when stitching on 32 ct. linen is 2.  I'm also stitching a project on linen and I'm using 2 strands simply because it covers the material better.

However, you can use either 1 or 2 strands.  It would depend on the look that you're trying to achieve.

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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