Cross-stitch is a very ancient type of needlework. It is known that in Greece canvases were found dating from several hundred years. They looked deplorable, but accurately reproduced the weaving of the thread in the form of a cross. Then materials were published in Russia confirming the equally old embroidery method available on the territory of Ancient Rus. Now there are several types of crosses that were common in all areas of our vast homeland. At the same time, each of them was its own way of performing embroidery. A lot of books on the topic "How to cross-stitch correctly." All methods and types of weaving threads have their own descriptions. Try each of them - and you will find your own unique style of performing crosses.
How to embroider a cross, and what materials are needed for thisTo fulfill the motives of the cross, you need four main components:
1. Canvas or other material on which you are going to do the drawing. Pick it up with the scheme. If you want to embroider a small motif, then choose a canvas with small squares. And if you want something large-scale, then buy a larger one. In modern stores you can find canvas for every taste and color, but mostly white is still used for embroidery.
2. The needle. The size of the eye should not exceed the size of the hole in the canvas. For embroidery use the smallest and thinnest needles. They can be selected from sets or you can buy special ones intended for this. The needle should be new and not have roughness on the surface. This will complicate the embroidery and will not bring the expected result.
3. Threads for embroidery. Mainly used for the proper execution of the cross floss. It is affordable and inexpensive, and also has all the colors. You can also use other types of yarn, and even thin yarn. The choice depends only on your capabilities and desires. Crosses made of satin or kapron thread do not look very beautiful . They have an uneven structure, and are also capable of dissolving or stretching individual elements.
4. The hoop. There are several types of them on the market made of plastic or wood. Their sizes vary from very small to very large. It is the medium-sized wooden hoop that is considered to be the most convenient and practical. They can suit any embroidery of any motive, even very large ones, such as making a pattern on a tablecloth or curtains.
How to cross stitch using canvas
Canvas is the most comfortable fabric for cross-stitching. It has clear squares on which it is very convenient to carry out counting elements. It is called Aida. There is also Canvard Hardanger. It differs in the absence of clear squares, which is also convenient for embroidery, because crosses of any size can be made on it. On any type of this material, crosses turn out equal, identical and clear, which is very appreciated by craftsmen of any age. There is a small secret that will allow you to fully answer the question "How to learn to embroider perfect patterns?" This is embroidery of crosses in one direction, i.e. the top stitch always lies in one direction. It will make your work simply irresistible.
How to cross stitch using a simple fabric
It is very difficult to carry out elements of such embroidery on plain fabric. And if there is no canvas, then what to do, and how to embroider a cross correctly? There is one piece of advice. You will have to be patient and count each transverse and longitudinal thread in the fabric. This is a very painstaking work, but it gives an excellent result if you need embroidery on a dress or sundress. This method allows you to make crosses on any fabric and absolutely on any clothing. The correct calculation is the key to your success.