Cross stitch originates from the most ancient times. A man sought to decorate clothes using various needlework techniques. In Russia, embroidery was also given ritual, sacred meaning. The cross has always been a ritual sign, a kind of amulet. Items embroidered in one day were very much appreciated: they were considered clean, protecting from evil forces. Of course, the motives and patterns were different.
We bring to your attention cross stitch patterns of lavender. A delicate, beautiful flower can decorate clothes, and will also serve as a theme for a separate work.
Cross-stitch has not lost popularity among modern needlewomen
On the network you can find many different schemes and master classes. Below in the photo is a cross-stitch pattern of lavender.
As you can see, the whole scheme is divided into cells. Each cell corresponds to one cross stitch. To the right of the photo are the thread color numbers. For embroidery floss is used.
Experienced needlewomen already have stocks of thread, needles and other attributes. Embroiderers will easily master a pattern of any complexity. What should beginners do with this technique?
The easiest and easiest way - buy a ready-made kit
There are shops for needlework in any cities, and there are a great many on the Web. Choose to your taste. The sets have everything you need for embroidery, namely:
- Canvas. This is the fabric most suitable for embroidery. If the edges of the canvas are not finished in the set, glue them with clerical glue. Let it dry. Then the edges of the fabric will not crumble.
- Scheme. For the first time, embroidery size 25 * 25 is suitable. Do not take up difficult work right away. Then the chance that the embroidery will not be thrown halfway will increase. The scheme needs to be understood, embroidery begins in the middle.
- Hoop. A canvas is pulled on them so that the fabric does not wrinkle, and the stitches are neat, lay down better.
- Threads. A mouline thread set, numbered and matching the color scheme. Choose a thicker thread - it will be easier to embroider.
Needle. There is usually one needle in the kit, so stock up a few more pieces of different sizes.
Here's a beautiful cross-stitch pattern of lavender cross from a German magazine.
If you do not want to buy a ready-made kit, you can purchase all the materials yourself
To all of the above, you can add sharp scissors and a special marker for marking the picture. Now that everything is ready, it’s worth learning the basic rules. As you can see from the video below, cross stitch has its own nuances. As, however, in any kind of needlework.
Now another useful lesson on the types of crosses.
Recently, programs for creating cross-stitch patterns have appeared in the lists of useful phone applications . It is very comfortable! It is enough to download the application and install it on the gadget. Further, in the program, you can download any picture you like and get a scheme for embroidery. However, this method is not suitable for beginners.
In conclusion, I want to note that cross-stitch is not only one of the most beautiful types of needlework. This hobby is a favorite pastime for millions of people in the world.