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Vernie


 
 
Cross stitching
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on Jun 20, 2010 (Read 2065 times | Comments: 17)
Could somebody teach a Lady to begin, from scratch how to cross stitch? I really want to learn, can you help me out, please? Thank you in advance!
SheSpeaksTeam
SheSpeaksTeam
on Jun 22, 2010 Quote  »     Reply  »

SheSpeakers! Who knows how to sew and can help Vernie out?
rainstorms
rainstorms
on Oct 15, 2010 Quote  »     Reply  »

OOOOH I CAN I CAN.... I love to cross-stitch and also tatting. But cross stitching is very easy to learn. I would start with a small project like a flower or something. They sell little kits at the craft stores. Then its all about reading and following the pattern. If your still want to learn let me know I will give you great online sites to go to and any advice you need. (sorry so late about this I just saw this post we need to have an others category...)
Lisa746
Lisa746
on Oct 15, 2010 Quote  »     Reply  »

you might check if you can get a book about it at your library. it is very easy to learn. always read all directions first. i learned the hard way. lol
nanapam
nanapam
on Nov 10, 2010 Quote  »     Reply  »

Vernice have u learnt how yet to cross stitch?
patriciaanugent
patriciaanugent
on Dec 28, 2010 Quote  »     Reply  »

The other good thing to note whether you buy counted cross stitch kits or you get one where you just match the color, if the pattern is already on the canvas it may be easier for a beginner, stick to a relatively plain pattern to begin with, minimal colors....have fun!
rainstorms
rainstorms
on Feb 17, 2011 Quote  »     Reply  »

they even had small kits just for beginners they are very little and help to show you how to do it.
sneepy
sneepy
on Feb 17, 2011 Quote  »     Reply  »

you can usually find the small kits at dollar tree. It includes needle, thread, fabric & pattern. Sometimes dollar store has them. Walmart may still carry them altho walmart seems to be getting rid of craft depts. Michaels or Hobby Lobby will have cheap ones in the clearance dept. The ones with the pattern stamped on the fabric (those will be more than $1) are easiest so you don't have to worry about messing up your picture by miscounting. It's just exactly like sewing on a button with 4 holes, you just make small x's.
RowanMoon
RowanMoon
on Oct 08, 2011 Quote  »     Reply  »

I've been a dedicated cross-stitcher for many years (my mother first put needle & thread in my hands when I was 4 years old!). All of the above suggestions are excellent. Another one I have is to go to a local independent needlework shop and talk to the owner. Many local shops also teach classes on cross-stitch, embroidery, etc, and they're from beginner to advanced. Happy stitching!
vanillajla
vanillajla
on Oct 16, 2011 Quote  »     Reply  »

Has anyone made their own cross-stitch pattern? If so, I'm interested in learning how to do it. Thanks!
Susan11
Susan11
on Oct 29, 2011 Quote  »     Reply  »

I have done many cross stitch projects that deal with many many different colors. I agree with rainstorms, get a beginner kit and start with one that is only has a few colors. Good luck Vernie!
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