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Expert: Angela - 6/15/2007


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Hi. I am very comfortable stitching on Aida cloth, but this new kit I bought (as a gift for my boss) is on linen. I didn't realize that when I bought it. I still want to do this but am nervous about using linen. I can't tell what two threads are. Thanks.

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Hello, Beth :)

Stitching on linen is just as easy as stitching on Aida cloth, only you'll be stitching over 2 threads of the linen fabric.  Simply prepare your fabric as normal, find your center, and then stitch the desired pattern.  You WILL need to prepare the edges of the linen prior to stitching by using either Fray Check or Stop Fray as linen unravels very easily.

Also, you can use 2 threads of the floss while stitching, if you desire.

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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