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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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Cross Stitch - Linen/Aida

Expert: Angela - 10/28/2009

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Hi Angela

I haven't done cross stitch for years and have recently seen some beautiful pieces that have inspired me to pick it up again.

I have found a pattern I would like to do - but it is being done on linen (32 count, stitched 2 over 2#

I have never worked on linen - and am assuming it is more difficult. And I have not done 2 over 2 before #your previous posts have helped me understand 2 over 2 - the cross covers 2 squares each way - yes?).

Am I able to do the piece on aida instead? Would I follow the same pattern and do it on a 16 count, 1 over 1? How do I work that out?

Thanks for your help!

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Hello, Alia :)

You can do the pattern on Aida, if you'd like. :) The linen is what the original project was stitched on to give you an idea of what it looks like.

If you prefer to stitch it on linen, it's very simple. Here is an example of what to do:

http://www.needlework-tips-and-techniques.com/counted-cross-stitch.html

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

Sincerely,

Angela :)

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