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| vinyl aida cloth | 10/25/2009 |
Q: My elderly mother uses vinyl aida cloth for her small projects. She thinks it may have been a ...
A: Joanie, I have not seen vinyl aida in quite awhile. I can recommend a couple of places to look. ...
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| cross stitch fabric and color | 10/24/2009 |
Q: First I am looking for Lugana flesh-toned 25-ct cross stitch cloth for cross stitching faces on ...
A: Pat, I am not sure what other color to use - maybe Apricot. Have you tried using an online store to ...
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| aida cloth | 10/21/2009 |
Q: My pattern calls for using 30 ct linen, but I would like to convert it to aida, so what count aida ...
A: I will be happy to help you with your question. When you stitch on linen, you usually use a ...
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| Using Linen | 10/15/2009 |
Q: I am a first time Linen user and I am a bit confused. Firstly, I am using 28 count and 2 strands of ...
A: Jane, First let me say that the only stupid questions are unasked ones! Now for your totally ...
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| pattern of a teen age girl soccer player | 9/30/2009 |
Q: I can't find a pattern of a teenage girl soccer player. Can you help. Thank you.
A: Alice - I think I might be able to help. I think Stoney Creek Designs or Pegasus Designs might have ...
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| Cross stictch fabric | 9/26/2009 |
Q: What does 32 count mean (for irish linen fabric). I have a lot of different linen and aida fabric ...
A: Anna- Hi there! The different counts refer to how many squares per inch there are in the fabric. ...
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| cross stitch | 9/19/2009 |
Q: I love doing cross stitch. After I done it for awhile I start getting this pain in my shoulder. The ...
A: Debbie - I wish I could help! I too have neck and shoulder pain when I stitch. Or I did. I bought a ...
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| convet 28-count evenweave to 14 count aida | 9/13/2009 |
Q: I have found the perfect pattern for my mums birthday (in 2.5wk) The pattern is on 28count evenweave ...
A: Sarah, First let me apologize for taking so long to get back to you. We had an unexpected death in ...
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| 32 ct Laguana | 8/28/2009 |
Q: I am getting ready to stitch Crystal Symphony by Nora Corbet on 32 ct laguana. Would it look best to ...
A: Judy, What a beautiful piece! On 32 count I would use 2 strands over 2 if I was working on linen. ...
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| How to determine size of material to cut. | 8/26/2009 |
Q: I have a pattern that is 462 by 125. I won't to stitch it on 18 count. What size do I need to cut ...
A: Linda, I will be happy to help you with your question! To find fabric size you divide the stitch ...
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| First time Linen user | 8/22/2009 |
Q: The pattern I got for my next cross stitch says to do it on 25 count Dublin Linen/Evenweave over 1. ...
A: 25 count linen is wonderful! The difference in linen and evenweave is that linen is a natural fiber ...
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| overlap | 8/18/2009 |
Q: I'm doing the Last Supper picture in cross stitching and it says "shaded portion indicates overlap ...
A: Debbie, I will be happy to help you with this question! Because the pattern is so large it is ...
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| tweeding | 8/14/2009 |
Q: I am doing a cross stitch project which calls for tweeding. The instructions on the pattern are not ...
A: Jem - First let me apologize for taking so long to get back to you. It has a been very busy here. ...
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| Problem finding center of pattern | 7/27/2009 |
Q: I recently purchased a cross stitch pattern - that was supposed to be a kit, but was not - and it ...
A: Michelle, This piece sounds huge! Usually when a pattern has multiple pages the pattern actually ...
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| 14 Count Aida Black 16x22 | 7/26/2009 |
Q: Have Dimensions kit 72425 which indicates that a piece of 14 count fabric 16x22 in black is ...
A: Arla, There are several sources for black 14 count. Your best bet would be a needlework shop. If ...
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| Conversion | 7/25/2009 |
Q: The pattern is to be done on 27 ct and I want to convert to 14 ct. The design size for 27 ct is 12" ...
A: Ann, I need a little more information before I can answer. Usually when a pattern is worked on ...
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| african sunset | 7/18/2009 |
Q: How do I get just a copy of African Sunset? If you know this please let me know. Thanks,
A: Wanda, I believe that this chart only comes in kit form from Dimensions. I think you can order it ...
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| "stitch over 2 threads" | 7/8/2009 |
Q: what does this mean to stitch over 2 threads? I am going to cross stitch on a receiving blanket that ...
A: Theresa, I will be happy to help you with this! Stitching over 2 means that instead of your stitch ...
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| replacement instructions for kit | 7/5/2009 |
Q: I have a Sunset cross stitch kit that I have been working on for quite some time. The # on the kit ...
A: Boy did you put me to work! I found out that Dimensions actually either owns or produces the Sunset ...
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| french knot | 7/4/2009 |
Q: I have tried doing a french knot many times and it looks like a backstitch. I wrap the thread ...
A: Alison, French knots are not my favorite either. I learned to wrap the thread twice around the ...
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| african sunset | 7/3/2009 |
Q: i have a african sunset,18count white aida fabric.and i would like to change onto a natural linen.is ...
A: What a beautiful piece that is! Good news! There is 18 count linen that comes in a variety of ...
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| Vanity set | 6/29/2009 |
Q: Iam looking for a vanity set - brush, mirror to cross-stitch on the back of. Do you know where ...
A: Bobette, I have never seen anything like that around here, but I can recommmend an on-line store ...
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| Sealing edges of graph for cross stitching | 4/21/2009 |
Q: Which is better? Using fraying glue to glue edges or stitching edges by sewing machine?
A: I hope I am able to help you. I prefer to stitch the edges of a large piece. The fray chek is good ...
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| baby blanket | 4/20/2009 |
Q: What is the softest fabric to use for a baby afghan? I see all the prepackaged blankets in the ...
A: Lia, The prepackaged blankets are usually very soft. The most important thing to remember that you ...
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| aida bookmark sides | 4/17/2009 |
Q: I enjoy cross-stitching bookmarks on Aida scraps and always have trouble finishing off the edges so ...
A: Margaret, My best suggestion is a button hole stitch. Try www.about.com for a good explanation of ...
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| Aida Cloth Count | 4/17/2009 |
Q: Is Aida cloth, which has 8 squares per inch, better than that which has say 16 square per inch? If ...
A: Aida cloth comes in many different sizes. A design stitched on 8 count will be twice the size of ...
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| Lost chart | 4/9/2009 |
Q: Looking for designer: I just started counted cross stitching again and realize I have lost the ...
A: Becky, I am not sure I have ever seen this chart, but it sounds beautiful. I am sorry I can't help ...
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| counted cross stitch | 3/18/2009 |
Q: I am working on a wedding cross stitch and I have to do a trellis stitch. Can you eplain how to do ...
A: Shelia, First let me apologize for not getting back to you sooner. I have been very involved with a ...
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| floss | 2/21/2009 |
Q: how many pieces of floss do I use in cotton material? verses the cross stitch material? I am cross ...
A: I would try three strands. Try stitching and area with a block of the same color. This should let ...
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| linen | 2/15/2009 |
Q: i have a pattern done on 32 count linen. the design area is 14 3/4 x 17 1/4". 234 x 276 stitches. if ...
A: Jane - To figure finished design size, you divide the stitch count by the fabric count (or half ...
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| cross stitch | 2/12/2009 |
Q: I have the Dimensions pattern #3736 Native Heritage and it has two different fabrics that came with ...
A: Lori, You get to choose between the two fabrics. Stitching over two is a term that means instead of ...
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| fabric count | 2/9/2009 |
Q: If a pattern calls for 32 count fabric (2 X 2) and you use 28 count (2 X 2) will the finished ...
A: JJ - Your picture will not be distorted, just larger. To find out how much larger, simply divide ...
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| fabric choosing/stitching over 2 threads | 1/30/2009 |
Q: I just downloaded a pattern called Isaiah 40:31 by Donna Giampa. I have cross stitched basic designs ...
A: Marie, Your questions are not silly. The 12.5 count fabric is the 25 count. When you stitch over ...
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| fabric count | 1/26/2009 |
Q: I am going to saramoon pattern and I am doing it on linen. I would like to do the pattern ...
A: Gail, First, let me apologize for not answering you sooner. I have been a little under the weather. ...
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| converting size of aida | 1/10/2009 |
Q: I bought a kit for a Christmas stocking. The finished size is a huge 13" wide by 20" tall. (My ...
A: Donna I will be happy to help you. I dont know the exact stitch count, but if the finished piece is ...
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| DMC Thread | 1/2/2009 |
Q: I working on a project that ask you to use DMC thread. When I go to the store to get the numbers I ...
A: Shanna, I think I understand what you are asking. Your local store does not have all the colors, ...
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| two colors for same stitch | 12/19/2008 |
Q: I'm new to cross stitching but I believe I started with a complex project for my skill level. My ...
A: Lola, It sounds like a quarter stitch. If you are working on Aida, then you will come up in the ...
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| Cleaning Floss | 12/3/2008 |
Q: Tea has accidently spilt on my floss. How do I clean the floss, so that I can proceed to complete ...
A: Deb If you are using regular DMC - you can wash it in the sink with a little ivory liquid and rinse ...
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| 25 ct fabric | 11/30/2008 |
Q: can i go to a bigger fabric without messing up the design i can't see the holes on the 25ct fabric
A: Kristen - You can change the size of the fabric without changing the design. It will change the ...
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| Confusion regarding color designation on pattern | 11/25/2008 |
Q: I am stitching a pattern that is about 15 years old and it has a designation for one of the symbols ...
A: I believe that color is referring to a Krenick metallic. It is available at most stitching stores. ...
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| Bleeding of Red Thread on Crosstitch Fabric | 11/11/2008 |
Q: How do I get the red dye that bled out of certain red thread in my crosstitch material. I thought I ...
A: Michelle, A dye magnet is a piece of cloth. It is usually around where the dyes are. It comes in a ...
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| Bleeding of Red Thread on Crosstitch Fabric | 11/11/2008 |
Q: How do I get the red dye that bled out of certain red thread in my crosstitch material. I thought I ...
A: Michelle, My best suggestion would be a Tide to Go pen or washing the piece again with a dye ...
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| cross stitch | 11/6/2008 |
Q: I am looking for someone to finish a project for me. Do you have any contacts for me?
A: Laurie, First, let me apologize for not getting to you sooner. I have been out of town. I don't ...
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| Linen to Aida | 10/20/2008 |
Q: I have a couple of patterns that call for the use of linen. I have never used linen and was ...
A: Olivia, When you work on linen, you use a technique called over 2. It means that instead of covering ...
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| cross-stitch | 9/20/2008 |
Q: i have recently bought a cross stitch is on linen. i am used to aida. the kit contents says 14 ...
A: Sally, Typically when you work on linen - you will work "over 2". That means that you will bring ...
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| 10 count | 9/13/2008 |
Q: My mother has asked me to search the web for 10 x 10 (per square inch). I guess that is 10 count? ...
A: Christine, There are several on-line stores that should be able to help you. I would suggest ...
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| 22 count Aida | 8/21/2008 |
Q: I have been cross stitching for the past few years. I am now working in a project that uses 22 count ...
A: Donna, Two strands is fine for 22 count over 1. It will give you very complete coverage. I did a ...
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| 22 count Aida | 8/19/2008 |
Q: I have been cross stitching for the past few years. I am now working in a project that uses 22 count ...
A: Donna, I usually stitch over 2 (each stitch covers 4 squares) like you do on evenweave. The best ...
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| Bucilla color question | 8/14/2008 |
Q: I'm just about ready to start on the Bucilla Foorprints counted cross stitch, but I have one ...
A: Madalena, I am not sure how you could do that. Bucilla usually has a number in parenthesis behind ...
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| Miniature cross stitch | 7/28/2008 |
Q: After years of doing counted cross stitch, I discovered dollhouse miniatures and ever since my ...
A: MaryLynne, Are you using one strand of DMC? If not, try that first. Different DMC colors have ...
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| Cross Stitch Tree Skirt | 7/13/2008 |
Q: Where would I look for material(Aida) to cross stitch a Christmas tree skirt with my own characters? ...
A: I hope I can help you with this question. I know that Aida does come in a 45" and 60" width on ...
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| linen vs aida | 7/4/2008 |
Q: i have always worked with Aida. I just bought a wedding sample and i noticed it said Cream Belfast ...
A: Ronnie, Don't apologize. The only stupid questions are unasked questions! I will do my best to ...
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| linen vs aida | 7/4/2008 |
Q: i have always worked with Aida. I just bought a wedding sample and i noticed it said Cream Belfast ...
A: Ronnie, Sounds like a beautiful piece. 16 count aida is the same size as 32 count linen. On the ...
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| converting 18ct to 14 ct. | 6/21/2008 |
Q: I have a pattern using 18 count Aida, design size being 12x14, and fabric size being 16x18. I would ...
A: Lori, I will be happy to help you with this. Because the design size is 12 x 14, I am guessing that ...
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| material size | 5/10/2008 |
Q: I have picture stitch count 194 x 239. I want to make on size 16 aida but don't know what size to ...
A: Edna, I will be happy to help you with your question. If you are wanting to a figure material size, ...
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| How much aida to use | 5/8/2008 |
Q: I am cross stitching a sampler that calls for 25 count linen, however I plan to use 14 count aida. ...
A: Chris, I will be happy to help. Anytime you need to figure fabric size, simply divide the stich ...
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| Starting cross stitch in the middle | 4/15/2008 |
Q: The patterns for cross stitch always state to start stitching in the middle of the pattern. My ...
A: Barbara, I usually start in the middle and work towards the right and bottom. I tend to try to do ...
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| design my own pattern | 4/14/2008 |
Q: I want to design my own cross stitch pattern, but i have no artistic abilities, its just in my head. ...
A: Renee, I have designed a couple of pieces. There are software programs that can help. I would ...
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| cross stitch bread cloths | 3/5/2008 |
Q: I would like to know where i can buy bread covers to cross stitch the kind that can be used as bread ...
A: Donna, I know that Charles Craft is the maker of bread cloths and napkins. You can check out their ...
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| working over two threads of fabric | 3/5/2008 |
Q: I have a pattern that says to use four strand of floss over two threads of fabric. Can you give ...
A: Cindy, The directions sound correct. It would help if I knew what the kit was of. There are several ...
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| Cross Stitch Question | 2/29/2008 |
Q: I have a kit that has 18 count fabric in it. Can this be transfered onto 14 count aida fabric ...
A: Chris, It won't be a problem. The finished piece will be larger on 14 count versus 18 count. For ...
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| thread help | 2/4/2008 |
Q: Stony Creek, Wedding Blessings. This pattern calls for Anchor #8 Pearl cotton. I found DMC 12 ...
A: Kelli, What a beautiful piece. Anchor #8 is the same size as # 8 DMC perle cotton. #12 is thicker. ...
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| cleaning 14ct white aida | 1/22/2008 |
Q: How would I clean a completed intricate crosstitch design which was accidentally layed down on an ...
A: Laurie, I am not sure what to tell you. If the stain is at least an inch or more from the cross ...
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| Cross stitch | 1/13/2008 |
Q: project with 25ct fabric.Want to cross stitch over 1 thread (rather than over 2 threads) how many ...
A: Martha, Stitching over one on 25 count fabric is beautiful. You can probably use 1 strand, 2 at the ...
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| cross stitch | 1/12/2008 |
Q: Should I dry clean my cross stitch?? My cross stitch has a soiled crease down the center from ...
A: Penny, Do not dry clean your work. The chemicals may react with the dyes in the fibers. You can use ...
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| finishing a project | 12/3/2007 |
Q: I have finished a cross stitch pattern on a pillowcase purchased as a kit, and I am giving it as a ...
A: Jennifer Congratulations on finishing your first project. Ironing an interfacing on would be a good ...
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| aida cloth | 11/28/2007 |
Q: i am working on a 14 count aida cloth. The finished sized is 9 x 5. I would like it to be smaller. ...
A: I will be happy to help you out. The best way to determine finished size is to divide the stitch ...
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| converting linen to aida | 10/26/2007 |
Q: I wrote you guys yesterday and I realize you are probably very busy,but I would really appreciate it ...
A: Lisa, If you asked me the question, I did not get it. There are several experts so maybe it was ...
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| cross stitching | 10/3/2007 |
Q: I am working on a piece for halloween using Davosa 18count and #5 pearl cotton. I plan on going ...
A: Laurie, Thanks for the question. On 18 count going over 2, I would try one strand to see what the ...
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| Pattern Size | 9/18/2007 |
Q: I have a cross stitch pattern that only tells me the number of stitches 116 w x 170 h. How do I ...
A: Sorry it took me so long to answer. But I can certainly answer your question. 11 count aida means ...
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| how many threads | 9/11/2007 |
Q: i am starting a pattern on 14 count cloth. how many threads do you recommend i use?
A: Anna, It is really a matter of preference. If you are using a light colored thread on a dark fabric ...
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| Cross stitch project | 8/18/2007 |
Q: I have completed the cross stitch part of a Southern Magnolias pattern. Now there is the ...
A: Jo Ella, I have a love/hate relationship with backstitching myself. So you are not alone. When you ...
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| Searching for a cross stitch | 8/14/2007 |
Q: I am searching for a cross stitch pattern or kit of a dodge dakota truck. Do you know if this exist ...
A: I have never seen a pattern for a Dodge truck. You might have to find a service that converts a ...
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| missing instructions | 8/9/2007 |
Q: I recently purchased one of the Bucilla lap quilts and when I bought it, some of the packaging was ...
A: Erin, I found a phone number for Plaid which is the parent company of Bucilla. It is ...
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| Waste canvas query.... | 6/6/2007 |
Q: .I've had some waste canvas in my cupboard for years, and am about to finally use some of it. I've ...
A: Suze, Most waste canvas is 10 count. I would use at least three strands, 4 may be better. Also make ...
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| how to judge how big a project will be | 5/18/2007 |
Q: I am just starting to design my own eices, but I am not sure how to judge how many stitches take up ...
A: Congrats on designing! I will be more than happy to help you. 14 count means that there are 14 ...
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| computer generated | 5/2/2007 |
Q: I'm writing about how to make computer generated cross stitch patterns. I'm very much in love with ...
A: David, I don't know of any free software for designing cross stitch. There was a program that I had ...
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| fabric direction | 1/19/2007 |
Q: I live in Mexico and just bought a meter of cross stitch fabric for new projects. I was getting ...
A: Candi - If the fabric is linen, then the irregularities are normal. If you were to count a larger ...
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| cross stitch & tapestery | 1/3/2007 |
Q: I would like to know can cross-stitch patterns be used for tapestry? (meaning using the same ...
A: Nida, Thanks so much for the question. It has been a very long time since I have done any tapestry ...
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| too stiff aida cloth | 11/2/2006 |
Q: I have some aida cloth that is so stiff it's hard to work with. How can I softenit? I've tried ...
A: Ruth, It sounds like there is a lot of sizing in the fabric. My only suggestion is to wet the ...
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| cross stitch | 8/23/2006 |
Q: I made my own design on graph paper. It is for 10 count cross stitch with a total of 80 stitches ...
A: Joyce, Congrats on creating your own design. That's quite an accomplishment. Your design size is 80 ...
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| Cross Stitch Pattern | 6/22/2006 |
Q: I am trying to find a cross stitch pattern that is maybe of an engagement ring or wedding rings, but ...
A: Sue Hillis Designs has a nice wedding piece. Also Leisure Arts has several wedding pieces. Another ...
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| cross stitch | 3/24/2006 |
Q: kris: i'm going to be doing "the wedding" by lavender and lace. they do not indicate how many ...
A: Pam, If doing the piece on 32, I would use 2 threads. If you are doing it on a dark color fabric, ...
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| the pattern the wedding | 12/6/2005 |
Q: i'm doing the pattern the wedding (lavender and lace) at the moment.Please explain what they mean by ...
A: Judith, What a beautiful piece. 2 over 2 has to do with what count fabric you are working on. If ...
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| Cross stitch | 3/1/2005 |
Q: On my pattern there are some squares that are divided in two with a different symbol in each half. ...
A: Libby, Your pattern is calling for two quarter stitches. Come up at one corner and go down in ...
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| Correcting mistakes | 2/10/2005 |
Q: What is the easiest way to correct or remove cross stitches. I am new to cross stitching and have ...
A: First let me apologize for not answering your question sooner. The system did not notify that I had ...
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| cross stitch | 7/31/2004 |
Q: I have some patterns for quilt blocks or patchworks blocks that I would like to cross stitch, My ...
A: Georgia, My suggestion would be to work the patterns on the 11 count or maybe a 14 count but work ...
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| rock band x-stitch patterns | 7/5/2004 |
Q: my daughter is looking for a pattern of the grateful dead logo. any ideas?
A: Unfortunately I do not know of any place she can get the Grateful Dead Logo. One suggestion would be ...
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| HELP! | 3/18/2004 |
Q: I have never done a lick a cross stitch before but really want to. I just bought a kit and was ...
A: Lori - If you read the directions it should tell you the number of strands you should be using - ...
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| Glissengloss | 11/12/2003 |
Q: I'm currently doing a cross stitch that requires a small amount of a certain color of Glissengloss ...
A: Mandy, I am sorry, but I can't answer that question. May I suggest that you check the Stitches 'N ...
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| Special Stitch | 7/2/2003 |
Q: I have heard about a way to make a stitch that lays very flat. Also, it is supposed to be used by ...
A: Karen, The technique you are describing is railroading! It only works when you are using multiple ...
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| What fabric size will I need???? | 6/18/2002 |
Q: I bought a kit that came with 14 count cotton aida, and I would like to stitch the pattern on a 28 ...
A: Vanessa, If you are planning to stitch the design on 28 count over 2 then you would use the same ...
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| pattern book | 10/18/2001 |
Q: I'm looking for cross stitch book of Disney characters I have one am looking for a newer one, with ...
A: Barbara, Disney is very funny about cross-stitch patterns. Right now there is a couple of books out ...
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| Afghan Stitching and Teramo Fabric | 9/5/2001 |
Q: Kris, I plan to stitch 3 afghans before Christmas (already have them). Having never x-stitched one, ...
A: Barb, I hope I can help you. Three afghans by Christmas, I am impressed. I have done one afghan ...
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| Big Project | 8/14/2001 |
Q: There is a kitty pattern I want to do however it is very large. It is 30 x 34 cm and consists of 30 ...
A: Adria, My only advice to you is to do what you are comfortable with. If starting on a big project, ...
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| French Knots | 6/22/2001 |
Q: I usually stay away from patterns that contain French Knots ... until the one I am currently working ...
A: Michelle I have two suggestions for you. First, go to www.classicstitches.com and check the ...
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| about blending colors | 6/20/2001 |
Q: ..I'm currently trying to start a cross stitch called the Oriental Kimono by Bucilla...and it talks ...
A: Blending colors means that you use one strand of one color and one strand of the other and thread ...
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