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Expert: Angela - 8/25/2009


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I have a cross stitch pattern that I wish to put onto a Christmas stocking.  However, the design is facing to the right and I need it to face to the left.  How do I reverse the graph?

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Hello, Cindy

You can easily do this 2 ways, however, it'll take some time.

The first way is to manually input all of the colors into a cross stitching program called PCStitch, or Pattern Maker, and then as you're inputing, physically input the colors in the opposite direction.

The second way is to do the same, only while you're stitching the project.  It can be done, but you'll need to stitch a bit slower, and follow it carefully.

I hope that makes sense, and helps you.

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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