Expert: Angela - 4/11/2010

Question
I'm sure this is a dumb question but newbies need help.  Is there a way to convert the usage of Aida cloth to plastic canvas?  I want to do a picture to be hung on the wall so plastic canvas sounds like a good option.  What size of plastic mesh can I use to get approximately the same size as 14 count Aida cloth.  I realize there may be some distortion of the picture and of the size but there is a really cute cross stitch picture I'm wanting to try.  Can you use crochet cotton in place of embroidery thread to work the picture with?  Please advise, thanks and God Bless.

Answer
Hello, Jeannette

I think there is 14 count plastic canvas, which may give you the same size as the Aida.  I've never used plastic canvas in lieu of Aida cloth before to create a picture, so I am not 100% sure.

I would think that you can use crochet cotton in place of the embroidery cotton to stitch with.  You can try it on a few squares and see how it looks to you.

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

Sincerely,

Angela :)