Expert: Angela - 6/10/2007

Question
Hello again Angela.

Thank you very much for your prompt response.
I went out today to buy my supplies and the only decent fabric I found was a 17 count Aida (or 6 count in centimeters) It’s an odd count, but I’ve measured it several times. Since it’s smaller, I’ve decided to do a stitch over 2 threads, and in addition, double my stitches.
My question is, would I still use two strands for the cross stitch or would it be better to use more? Would I also increase the amount of threads for the back stitches?

Well, thank you very much again.
I’ll try to send you a picture of the finished design (hopefully sometime soon!)

Sincerely
Dani Marcano
Merida – Venezuela


Answer
Hello again, Dani :)

With regards to the amount of strands for this, you could experiment on a small piece of it, and stitch a few rows using 2 strands at first, then 3, then 4, and see how much coverage the floss does on the fabric.

For backstitching, you could again experiment... Try using 1 strand at first, and if that doesn't gives you the effect that you're looking for, try using 2 strands.  There are some patterns that require 2 strands of floss for backstitching.  The only limit to cross stitching and what you can do with it is your imagination. :)

Good luck, and happy stitching! :)

Sincerely,

Angela :)