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Expert: Angela - 8/24/2010


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I have a pattern for a design size 9" x 15" on 14 count AIDA, but I WANT to use 11 count AIDA. How big a piece of 11 ct AIDA cloth do I need please?

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Hello, Elaine

You'll need to cut the fabric no less than a minimum of 13"x19".  The 13"x19" is the size of the design, which is 9"x15" with an additional 4" margin on all sides.

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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