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Posted on July 28, 2021July 28, 2021 by Elizabeth Ellwood — 1 Comment

Using Metallic Threads

Using metallic thread may seem a bit daunting at first but there are a few tricks to making the threads easy to use, and they add such a beautiful finish to a stitched project, so they are well worth the effort. Start by using a slightly bigger needle. This helps by making the needle easier…

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Category: Cross Stitch tutorials
Tags: cross stitch, Metallic, needle, Threads
Posted on January 15, 2021January 20, 2021 by Elizabeth Ellwood — Leave a comment

Using Soluble Canvas

Soluble Canvas is a great product to use if you want to cross stitch a design onto a shirt, a bag, children’s clothing or any fabric that does not have an obvious open weave to the threads. It is 14 count so easy to stitch and very easy to use. First decide on your garment…

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Categories: Cross Stitch Accessories, Cross Stitch tutorials
Tags: cross stitch, soluble canvas
Posted on April 29, 2018October 23, 2019 by Elizabeth Ellwood — 1 Comment

Washing Completed Projects

Once you have completed stitching your project you may need to wash it. You do not always have to do this as it depends on the project. If it is just a quick stitch that you are making up to place on a card then you probably wouldn’t bother, but if you have been working…

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