AboutAngela Expertise 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. :)
Question I was wondering if a photograph could be enlarged and then transferred to aida cloth to be cross-stitched. Is this a reasonable idea and if so, how could it be done? I am trying to make a personalized gift for my dad who loves being "Grandpa" to my kids. Thanks in advance. Julie
Answer Hello, Julie
I would suggest using a computer program called PC Stitch. You can easily import any photo or picture that you'd like to have made into a cross stitch pattern, and then stitch it as you normally would. You can find the program here:
You can either purchase the newest version of PCStitch Pro 9, or get the standard version, which I have. After looking it over, I'd like to acquire the Pro Version myself. :)
I hope that helps. Good luck, and happy stitching! :)
