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Expert: Angela - 1/16/2010


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Hi Angela,

I have just purchased a chart which is on 14 count aida and I prefer to sew on linen, please can you tell me if I need to work on 28 or 32 count linen??

The design area 240 x 320 stiches (approx 17.14'w x 22.86'h), when stitched on 14 count aida.

I am never sure how to convert aida to linen.

Thank you for your help.

Kind Regards
Lesleyanne  

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Hello, Lesleyanne

I'm guessing the equivalent to 14 count Aida would be 28 count linen, or evenweave fabric.  I'm thinking that the 32 count linen or evenweave would give you the equivalency of 16 count Aida.  Be sure to have a minimum margin of 4" all around the design so that you'll have enough for framing, etc.  For example, if your design size if 5"x7", you'll need to cut the fabric 9"x11".  I normally use a 6" margin when stitching.

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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