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Hi there,
My pattern calls for 28 count linen fabric but I find it much easier to use Aida...can you tell me what size Aida I need to get? Is it 14? I'm having a hard time with the whole stitch calculator thing. Thanks so much!
Morgan
Hello, Morgan
You can use any size Aida that you wish to stitch on. All patterns have a design size. What you will need to do is take the design size (ie. 5"x7"), and add about 4" minimum to the size itself. In this case, if your project was 5"x7", you'll want to cut your fabric 9"x11" to ensure that the design will fit squarely onto your fabric. The extra 4" margin of fabric will also allow you to frame it properly.
I hope that helps. Good luck, and happy stitching! :)
Sincerely,
Angela :)
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Angela
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. :)
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