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Cross stitch is a form of embroidery, but it uses x-shaped stitches to create designs and pictures onto woven fabric. The links below provide additional information on this beautiful and loved hobby.
Stitch a Single Cross Stitch- From Start to Finish
Photos and illustrations guide beginners to stitch a single cross stitch.
How to Put Cross Stitch Fabric in a Hoop
Detailed tutorial for beginners shows how to put fabric in a standard embroidery hoop.
How to Read a Cross Stitch Pattern
Knowing how to read a pattern is essential to Cross Stitch success.
Free Cross Stitch Patterns from A-Z
Free Cross Stitch Patterns, designed by Connie G. Thomas, About Cross Stitch Guide, organized in a handy alphabetical listing.
Convert a Cross Stitch Pattern to Needlepoint
From time to time, you might want to try to needlepoint a pattern that has been designed for cross stitch. Converting a pattern can be done a few different ways and is fairly simple and quick.

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