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Question
I would like to cross stitch a nice linen dishcloth. I already have the pattern picked out, the problem is the fabric. I am lost in the vast choices. I want to take into consideration, count and washability. Would you kindly point me in the right direction about what count of linen cross stitch fabric to buy, that can be used in my kitchen as a dish cloth?
Hello, Veronica :)
I'm not sure if linen would hold up as a dishcloth. I've heard of cotton dishcloths before, though. If you prefer to stitch on linen, the only thing I can think of is an evenweave fabric such as a 22, 24, or more count.
That's the only thing that I can think of. My apologies for not being more helpful. I've never stitched a dishcloth before.
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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