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I will be cs my granddaughters photo 11 x 14   18 count. how may threads and what size and type of needle do I use? Thanks so much, Debbie

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Hi Debbie -

This sounds like a beautiful project! On 18 count fabric, I would use 2 threads and a 22 or a 24 tapestry needle. I prefer the platnium needles to the gold. I think they hold up better.

I hope this was helpful!

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Kris

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Kris

Expertise

I can answer questions about cross stitch, pulled threads and some hardanger including questions about fabric, fibers, techniques, and speciality stitches. I can also answer questions about pattern location and designer searches.

Experience

I have been stitching for over 35 years now. I have been judging the cross stitch at the State Fair for almost 10 years. I love to stitch!

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I was a member of Embrodier's Guild of America. I completed several classes in cross-stitch.

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