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 usually use 14 count Aida but ordered a 28 count linen design by mistake. I know how to do it but it does not say in the instructions if its over 1 or 2 fabric threads. How do i tell? I dont want to start it and find out i have done the smallest picture in history or to do it over 2 fabric threads by mistake and run out of space. I am anxious to start....please help
Answer Hello, Angie :)
You stitch over 2 linen threads. Be sure to add an additional 6" to the design size. For instance, if your design is 6"x8", you'll need to cut your fabric 12"x14". This will add fabric for framing, and when you use a Q-Snap hoop or other hoop. Be sure to use Stop Fray on the edges of the fabric so that the fabric doesn't start fraying as you're stitching.
I hope that helps. :) Good luck, and happy stitching! :)
